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June 26, 2013 —
Forty-four years ago this week, I woke up, went downstairs and overheard my parents discussing the news. My folks subscribed to two papers, The Sun Bulletin and The Evening Press, both published in my home town of Binghamton, NY. Keeping abreast of local and national news was important in our household. My sister and I were well read, and education was considered not only important, but also mandatory. I was 15 in 1969 and had already witnessed desegregation in schools and my mother reading Betty Friedan's "The Feminine Mystique," had heard the grown-ups discuss the pros and cons of the march on Washington, women's lib, the Vietnam War and the endless arguments that ensued over the length of my hair. Many times, my parents were divided over these and other issues, but that day, June 28, 1969, the debate raged on, this time about the civil rights of a different community.
The Stonewall riots were a "series of spontaneous, violent demonstrations by members of the gay community against a police raid that took place in the early morning hours of June 28, 1969 at the Stonewall Inn in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of New York City. They are widely considered to constitute the single most important event leading to the gay liberation movement and the modern fight for gay and lesbian rights in the United States" (www.wikipedia.com.) I had been to the Village, had observed members of the gay community and was harboring the secret knowledge that I was "one of them," but attempted to not let on, understanding that this was something to keep hidden and never discussed or admitted to anyone. I was ashamed, fearful and scared. The turbulent '60s had ushered in a new age, and everything was changing so quickly that it was difficult to know what was acceptable in polite society. Although emboldened by the news of Stonewall, I held my tongue.
All that changed, of course, and before the mid-'70s, I was out. While I might have had a ways to go before achieving proud, there was no mistaking that my declaration to the world was loud. My father was angry, my mother wept, but the world was evolving and for me, there was no going back. Little did we know how much perceptions would change, and I'm still amazed by the headlines today as one by one, citizens stand up to be counted and make their voices heard. Are there still prejudices to be overcome in the world? Yes, but the times, they are a changin'... even here, in the Upper Delaware Valley.

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Throughout the month of July, brands that had increased their social media engagement in June with contests or brand-specific anniversaries maintained consistent growth in those metrics, as measured by the NRN Social 200. Yet several restaurant chains showed a noticeable pop in interactivity with fans, particularly on Facebook, which resulted in double-digit weekly gains in their Social 200 scores.
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Often, the spike in engagement resulted from a single post or image that connected with a restaurant's fans because it reflected a brand's authenticity, was a unique image or was just a very compelling offer.
The NRN Social 200 is an index that monitors and measures the social-media success of the Top 200 largest restaurant brands, based on Nation's Restaurant News' annual census of brand U.S. sales. NRN has partnered with social-media tracking and analysis firm TrackingSocial to create the index, which explores the engagement level and relationship between the largest restaurant brands and their social media audiences on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
Fans find authentic content compelling
As photography capabilities have improved for Facebook and Twitter and the photo-sharing platform Instagram has gained traction, restaurants have grown more adept at building social-media content around striking images, usually food shots. But in July, several brands bolstered engagement with photos that were not necessarily of menu items but that customers found no less compelling.
A piece of fan art — actually, several hundred pieces — helped White Castle earn more than 14,000 likes, nearly 4,000 shares and 500 comments in one posting. The picture was of a White Castle replica constructed entirely from LEGO pieces, taken by fan Rob Bender and uploaded to Flickr. The brand's index score rose 13.2 percent to 22.67 the third week of July.
Krystal, a similarly sized quick-service chain based in Chattanooga, Tenn., and spread throughout the Southeast, drove a 13.9-percent weekly improvement in its Social 200index score the second week of July. Like White Castle, Krystal benefited from a Facebook photo of a restaurant, but its image was a simple exterior of a location. Its caption read, "Krystal: It's a Southern thing," which drove engagement for brand fans, more than 1,500 of whom liked the post.
Another regional chain, Cincinnati-based LaRosa's Pizzeria, leveraged its reputation as a staple of the local scene with ongoing programs tied to the Cincinnati Reds pro-baseball team. A no-hitter thrown by Reds pitcher Homer Bailey put LaRosa's engagement over the top. Bailer threw his no-hitter July 2, and two separate posts of the same photo of the pitcher garnered more than 6,200 combined likes and 1,150 combined shares, increasing LaRosa's weekly Social 200 index score by 36.7 percent.
Firehouse Subs also exemplified the power of a single piece of content to drive meaningful increases in engagement, yet its most engaging post of the month, which drove a 20.8-percent increase in its Social 200 score the first week of July to 21.06, was all text. Late on the night of June 30, Firehouse shared heartfelt condolences for the 19 firefighters who perished fighting a wildfire in Yarnell Hill, Ariz. The brand's message for the "terrible loss" of first responders, including a signoff of "Rest easy, brothers," carried genuine authenticity because firefighters Chris and Robin Sorenson founded Firehouse Subs and remain heavily involved in the chain.
Offers they can't refuse
With Social 200 scores consistently in the low 30s, 7-Eleven has been a steady performer in engagement on Facebook and Twitter this year. However, July was an especially good month for the C-store chain, which took advantage of its "7/11" date to drive awareness for a chainwide Slurpee giveaway on July 11. On that day, 7-Eleven's promotional photo went viral to the tune of more than 19,000 Facebook likes and 18,000 shares, as well as several thousand retweets. The brand followed that giveaway up a week later with an "#AEWSUMMER" promotion of a medium iced coffee for $1. The Facebook post for that deal garnered outsize Facebook engagement with 7,000 likes.
Similarly, Boston Market has performed well all summer on the Social 200, placing among the top five weekly gainers several times. Yet its most-shared Facebook post of the month was a $1-off coupon for its popular ribs entrée.
Buca di Beppo's 13.2-percent increase in Social 200 index score to 21.88 the third week of July sprang from a Facebook post that was much more of an outlier in terms of the chain's overall engagement. On July 12, Buca advertised a $20 gift certificate that could be downloaded from a promotional Facebook post, which earned more than 80,000 likes and more than 7,000 shares. Typically, Buca's Facebook posts fetch likes in the low triple digits and shares in the single digits.
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The 2008 Outstanding Major in Physics wants to help treat cancer patients and she's on her way to achieving her dream. Eugenia Rakhno was selected as one of ten students in the country to enter the master's degree program in medical physics at Vanderbilt University.
"This is a goal I set," says Eugenia. "I've always wanted to pursue a career that mixes the sciences."
Eugenia came to the United States from Belarus in eastern Europe at age 14 and needed to work on her English skills. She came to North Central College with her sights set on entering a nuclear medicine program and designed her curriculum accordingly. In addition to rigorous academics, she enjoyed two Habitat for Humanity trips and studied abroad in China and Japan.
By the end of her second year of graduate school, she'll be immersed in a clinical practicum, designing treatment plans for different types of cancers. "Vanderbilt's program is known for giving you clinical experience," she adds.


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Out of 21,000 'infected' sheep that arrived in Pakistan from Australia on September 5, roughly 5,400 have already been slaughtered since last Sunday, according to employees of the company. The farm, which is located roughly 10 kilometres from Quaidabad on the outskirts of Karachi, is heavily guarded by policemen and officials of municipal authorities.
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Yes, the Bobcats are 3-14.
No, Antoni will find a way to mess this up too.
Can someone paste a live stream link to this game? I cant seem to find it.
Damn. Kemba is killing us.He is so quick..nobody can guard him..
charlotte stadium looks empty... nobody wants to see the knicks
Coach put Jeffries on Kemba..smart move..
TC is a beast.
The Bobcats are awful! Knicks are NOT losing this game.
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Even supporting characters are more useful than her!
Who are you? Kishi?
Take your problems to kishimoto.
I agree.
Kishi failed with her
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Leave HIM alone..
Sakura is more useful than you think son.
She isn't that bad. Geez why is almost every thread about this crap?
even as a side character she would fail
sigh.....here we go with Sakura again
she actually does and is more useful than what you and most of this base make her out to be
i agree + rep bro
She is a good medical Ninja we can give her that.
here we a gay n
She'll have her time to shine eventually.
Unless Kishi completely forgets about her, and butchers her character even more.
Sakura is pretty cool in my opinion I mean I'm not crazy about her but she deserves to be a main character.
Great you made Rikudou Sennin and Juubi laugh.
Anyway, give us some reasons why she should NOT be a Main character.
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Take your problems to kishimoto.
I already did but he isn't answering LOL
Derp.....not again
Originally Posted by Obitorulez
Even supporting characters are more useful than her!
She is useful in her own way. Sakura has healed many people during the war and thats why the zestu's were targeting her.
Well think about that...If it wasn't for Sakura we wouldn't have anyone to hate and despise with such passion.So she is usefull in her own unique way.
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Dave,You mean like this one? (This is the basic style, yours may vary a bit...)That's an aftermarket item. Popular in the 60's and 70's, although the seller in the ebay auction states 50's as well. Not sure about that. I had one on a 64 Rambler American I owned while in college during the late 70's. The idea was that the spring would keep people from breaking the mast off.Ed


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Who's Who at Oriole Park (and in this blog)
So I figure instead of each time I write a blog entry having
to explain who each individual person is, I would create an overall guide to
the characters of Oriole Park. Now yes,
there are very often others who join in the fun and will not be on this list,
so they will be referenced separately in the entries, but unless otherwise
noted per entry, the names can be found and explained here.
I will update this list whenever necessary, adding the faces
to names after they appear in multiple entries and I'm most likely annoyed with
having to explain who they are each and every time.
So here goes.
First picture here tells a lot:
1. Zevi – He's mentioned a lot. He follows me around as I rule the baseball
world. He enjoys stirrups and Hawk
Harrelson, and I think those are the two things that we have in common.
2. Brittany – Zevi and I met her a few
years back (I think) by the bullpen, where she has season tickets along the
wall there. She likes horses, the
Beatles, now hockey, and a bunch of other stuff. Nobody really ever knows what she's talking
3. Ronnie – That's Ronnie Deck. He's the Oriole bullpen catcher. Beast.
4. Donna – Otherwise known to Oriole Park
as "stretching lady." If a player has a
good stretch, it's a happy day for her.
5. Amanda – Another bullpen lover. Keeps lists of… well… everything.
6. I have no
idea. Just some random Oriole in the
background. Can't tell who, though.
Here's another one of the group with Adam Jones:
In that picture, see the guy peeking his head out in the
That's Matt.
Matt is a resident Orioles fans now for a bajillion
years. Besides roaming all Baltimore
thrift stores finding the best deals ever (including a $75 wheelchair), Matt
also is really, really good at the "guess the year" thing between innings on
the jumbotron.
Then we have Romeo:
Romeo is the definition of a superfan. If you ever spot his awesome helmet, you probably also saw some really well made posters and banners and apparel to go with it. Romeo gets the crowd into the game, has a ton of fun with it, and is what you would call a true fan.
This is Tim and Ben.
Tim on the left, Ben on the right.
Zevi and I met them last year as they have joined the scene at Camden
Yards as resident ballhawks. Ben mocks
Tim constantly. Tim enjoys writing like
me, as he also contributes to Orioles-Nation. They do some crazy stuff.
Okay, that's the basics.
I'll add more later. There are a
whole lot more, so if you're not on here just yet… well, you will be. I pwomise.
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Hold the phone, Avi. No love for Miss Kelly? http://cookandsonbats.mlblogs.com/27%20-%20acting%20with%20ms%20kelly.JPG
For shame, sir. For shame.
Hah! I was for sure going to include her, but then I had second thoughts about if it was the best idea to start talking about employees and such.
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Along with the winter holiday season comes a time for birdwatchers to take to the field and survey the species and numbers of birds they see. Any bird gets counted; if it has feathers and not in a cage, it gets tallied. This is the time for the Christmas Bird Count (CBC).
The CBC was started in 1900 by Frank Chapman, an ornithologist with the newly formed Audubon Society. Since that time, the CBC has grown to thousands of participating agencies, bird clubs and individuals. As of 2 p.m. on December 21, there have been 2,125 counts from various groups nationwide reporting to the Audubon Society, with over 61 million birds counted, providing ornithologists and other scientists a snapshot of how individual species and birds in general are faring in various regions.
Most bird clubs in the area are participating, and many are taking a day to count and see which group in the club counts the most birds. The Sussex County (NJ) Bird Club had a count day on December 18, and counted 86 different species among all the members participating. The count period runs until January 5, so there is still time to get in on the fun. For more information, visit www.audubon.org [2].


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MVP chants...wow.
cant wait to see Stat and Lin play more together .... Jeffies has miss aleast 4 buckets with Lin`s pick and roll
MVP chants...wow.
haha i want to see Jordan considering how much foul trouble our bigs are in
Lin needs a break, 33 minutes already if Dante plays him the whole 4th this kid will be a dead man walking after this game...
Please Tyson, no more fouls. You can save this.
wooooow lin !!!
You don't want to hear this, but Lin's TOs are piling up. He needs another 2 minute rest so he can come close things up in the end.


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Pain in the low back (waistline or below) is a very common problem and affects 80 percent of Americans at some time in their lives. Back pain is one of the most frequent reasons people seek medical care.
It is important to remember that back pain is a symptom. Common cause of back pain include nerve and muscular problems, degenerative disc disease, and arthritis [8]. However, pain arising from other organs may be felt in the back. Other medical conditions, such as appendicitis, kidney diseases, pelvic infections, and ovarian disorders, among others, can cause low back pain.
Most of the time, back pain is relatively minor, and 80 percent of episodes of acute low back pain will resolve within six weeks, regardless of whether you seek treatment or not. However, the following symptoms and warning signs may suggest a more serious condition and should be evaluated by a professional.
Seek medical attention if the pain:
The most important aspect of back pain is how it impacts your ability to function in your daily life. So although it's important to reduce pain, the emphasis of the treatment isn't only on eliminating the pain, but on improving your ability to function as much as possible in your usual activities.
Treatment options include a variety of conservative approaches, such as medications, exercise [9] and physical therapy, and counseling, or they include more aggressive approaches, such as surgery.
1. Medications: The choice of medication depends on whether the pain is muscle and bone pain, nerve pain, or a mixture of both.
For muscle and bone pain, the general categories of medications used include:
For nerve pain, some medications that are not normally labeled as pain relievers (but because of their properties, they may help the body fight pain) might be helpful. These medications, which help the body re-program the messages involved in relaying the pain signals, include:
Steroid medications, such as Prednisone and Medrol, can be useful in easing pain and acute flare-ups in inflammation. However, they must be used with extreme caution, especially if they are used for longer a week.
2. Cold or heat therapy: Using cold and heat therapy may relieve pain and muscle tension in the initial days after back pain begins. Cold or ice applied to your back can reduce inflammation and swelling by constricting blood vessels. The cold also acts to slow nerve impulses and make it less likely that your muscles will contract, in this way reducing pain. Some studies show that heat is an effective approach for acute nonspecific back pain.
3. Electrical stimulation: Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) can decrease pain by delivering a tiny electrical current to key points on a nerve pathway. The current, delivered through electrodes taped to your skin, isn't painful or harmful.
4. Cognitive behavior therapy: This type of talk therapy combines attempts to identify unhealthy, negative beliefs and behaviors and replace them with healthy, positive ones. It's based on the idea that your own thoughts determine how you behave. This therapy may have a role in the case of chronic low back pain for which no specific physical cause is evident.
5. Multidisciplinary treatment programs: A multidisciplinary approach to treating low back pain may include a combination of exercise [9], physical therapy, education, cognitive behavior therapy, vocational counseling, and other strategies.
6. Injections: Anesthetics, steroids, or narcotics into soft tissues, joints, and other areas can be injected in and around your spine. The purpose of such injections is to block nerve conduction, relieving pain.
7. Surgery: There are several different types of back surgery, depending on the underlying problem causing the back pain:
Consider all your options, and consider getting a second opinion from a qualified spine specialist before you agree to back surgery.
Physical activity plays a strong role in recovering from back pain and particularly in helping to prevent future pain and loss of function. An exercise program can include any or all of the following components: flexing, stretching, endurance training, strength building, [10] and aerobic activity [11]. There is no one-size-fits-all approach. Exercise programs are individualized because people have different levels of pain and differing injuries that caused the pain initially.
Improving the strength, endurance, and function of your back helps minimize the chance of recurrence of back pain. One study showed that people who exercised after an initial episode of acute low back pain were less likely to experience a recurrence of that pain than people who did not exercise after the initial pain.
Any mild discomfort that you may feel as you begin an exercise program should gradually ease as your muscles become stronger. The key is to start an exercise program at a low level to ensure your comfort and proper technique, and then progress slowly as your symptoms allow. Exercises for specific muscles that stabilize the spine may help reduce the low back pain.
Obesity is a leading cause of back pain. Reducing your weight by only 10 percent can make a big difference in decreasing back pain. Extra abdominal fat and weight on the pelvis pulls the body forward and puts strain on your lower back muscles. Although obesity may not be the cause of the pain, it takes the pain to a whole new level. Extra weight throws off your posture and makes it difficult to properly align your body for a good sleep. It requires your back muscles to pick up the slack. Eat a healthy diet [12]to maintain an ideal weight.
Low back pain most often results from a combination of physical, mental, and emotional factors.
Many people suffering from low back pain have started using integrative therapies: in a 2003 NIH survey, 54 percent of individuals with back or neck pain report using these therapies annually. (The survey referred to them as alternative medicine.) An integrative approach works well with low back pain, not only to relieve or eliminate immediate pain, but to reduce long-term recurrence and minimize physical limitations.
Back pain is the most common reason that people seek chiropractic care. Studies have shown that after six months, chiropractic manipulation [14] reduces pain and disability to the same level as conventional medical care, but with higher levels of patient satisfaction and no side effects from medications. Manipulation of the lumbar area has very low risks.
Osteopathic manipulation [15] is distinctly different from chiropractic manipulation. Some studies have found no difference in outcomes between osteopathic manipulative therapy and approaches such as physical therapy, ultrasound, and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), although those getting osteopathic therapy used less medication then those using the other approaches. Another study has shown that of a group of conventionally "untreatable" patients, 75 percent were returned to full prior functional status with osteopathic manipulative therapy.
Practitioners recommend that you try at least three to four treatments of either chiropractic or osteopathic manipulation before determining whether they are effective for you.
Cochrane reviews explore the evidence for and against the effectiveness of treatments in specific circumstances, based on the best available published information. A Cochrane review found thirteen randomized trials on back pain and massage therapy [3].
This review found that massage was more likely to work when combined with exercises (usually stretching) and education. Massage produced more benefit in pain reduction and return of function than joint mobilization, relaxation, physical therapy, self-care education, or acupuncture [16] alone. Acupressure or pressure point massage techniques appeared to provide more pain relief than classic (Swedish) massage.
Like any chronic pain problem, low back pain has a strong association with psychiatric issues, like depression [17], substance abuse, stress [18], and anxiety [19]. An individual's coping skills, attitudes, and other illness behaviors all impact the extent of continuing pain. A systematic review of research on mind-body therapies [20] in low back pain found strong evidence of positive effects of cognitive therapies, progressive muscle relaxation, and other such techniques.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a program of meditation [21] and gentle yoga [4] that has been scientifically validated. It is currently used in more than 200 hospitals and medical centers to complement the medical management of chronic pain and stress-related disorders. Research has studied individuals with many different kinds of pain (not just low back pain) and shown dramatic reductions in pain levels and an enhanced ability of individuals to cope with pain that may not go away.
Yoga [22] is a holistic discipline that includes mental, physical, and breathwork [23] practices. One National Institutes of Medicine study of more than 100 people with low back pain compared a 12-week program of yoga to conventional therapeutic exercise or a self-care book for patients with chronic low back pain. The yoga proved more effective in improving function, decreasing the "bothersomeness" of pain and days of restricted activity, improving general health status, and reducing the amount of medication, and the benefits persisted for at least several months.
One long established mental/emotional program for chronic back pain is from John Sarno, MD, a rehabilitation medicine physician at NYU School of Medicine. He has diagnosed what he terms tension myositis syndrome, or TMS. This is a psychosomatic illness that causes chronic back, neck, and limb pain that is not relieved by standard medical treatments.
His treatment programs have patients complete mind/body processes to learn about the relationship between emotions [24] and physical symptoms, as well as the power of self-awareness. They then resume their physical activities, but avoid manipulation, exercise [9], acupuncture [16], and massage [3]. He reports treating more than 10,000 patients and has published four books about back pain throughout the past 25 years. Research studies have not yet been done to validate his work.
People often use non-steroidal drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen, for short-term relief of back pain. For those who wish to avoid, or cannot tolerate, anti-inflammatory pharmaceuticals (ibuprofen, diclofenac, indomethacin, ketoprofen, piroxicam), some naturally occurring substances have anti-inflammatory effects, with much less risk of gastrointestinal distress. As with any medications, these should ideally be used for limited periods of healing, not for indefinite, long-term use.
Typical doses for each botanical [25] are indicated below. However, you should talk with your healthcare provider [26] before adding botanicals to your health regimen and ask about the right dosage for you.
Many people who suffer from back pain experience either chronic, persistent pain, or chronic pain with occasional episodes of acute pain. Because long term use of oral medications (e.g. NSAIDS, muscle relaxants, pain-killers, or tranquilizers) is not optimally effective and has risks of side-effects and dependence, you should consider alternative strategies.
To help reduce acute aggravations and avoid additional pain, it is important to have a maintenance/prevention plan. This should include a regular exercise [9] program with stretching, strength training [10], and endurance and aerobic [11]activities. Yoga [4] is a good base activity for many people.
It can also be beneficial to have an on-going relationship with a manual therapist, be it a chiropractor [14], osteopath, [15] or massage [3] therapist, as regular bodywork can help prevent additional pain.
A regular meditation [21] or relaxation practice [27] can help you cope with pain, as can a self-reflection practice that honestly addresses emotional awareness [24] and health.
Maintaining a healthy weight is an important practice for preventing and maintaining back pain since it decreases the stress on your muscles.
With these behaviors and relationships as a foundation, you should be well positioned to respond to an aggravation or acute flare, should that occur.
[1] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/sites/default/files/images/thumbnails/Back%20painv2.jpg
[2] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/explore-healing-practices/osteopathic-medicine
[3] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/explore-healing-practices/massage-therapy
[4] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/explore-healing-practices/yoga
[5] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/explore-healing-practices/what-are-mind-body-therapies
[6] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/explore-healing-practices/dermal-friction
[7] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/explore-healing-practices/cupping
[8] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/conditions/arthritis
[9] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/wellbeing/health/physical-activity-fitness
[10] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/enhance-your-wellbeing/health/physical-activity-fitness/include-strength-building-exercises
[11] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/enhance-your-wellbeing/health/physical-activity-fitness/include-aerobic-activities
[12] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/enhance-your-wellbeing/health/diet-nutrition/what-experts-recommend-healthy-eating
[13] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/glossary/3#term46
[14] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/explore-healing-practices/chiropractic
[15] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/explore-healing-practices/osteopathy
[16] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/explore-healing-practices/acupuncture
[17] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/conditions/anxiety
[18] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/wellbeing/health/stress-mastery
[19] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/conditions/anxiety-depression
[20] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/glossary/3#term25
[21] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/explore-healing-practices/meditation
[22] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/node/590
[23] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/explore-healing-practices/breathwork
[24] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/wellbeing/health/thoughts-emotions
[25] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/explore-healing-practices/botanical-medicine
[26] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/navigate-healthcare-system/how-can-i-communicate-effectively
[27] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/enhance-your-wellbeing/health/stress-mastery/learn-relaxation-techniques
[28] http://www.amazon.com/Healing-Back-Pain-Naturally-Mind-Body/dp/0743424646/ref=pd_bbs_sr_5?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236366113&sr=8-5
[29] http://www.amazon.com/Healing-Back-Pain-Mind-Body-Connection/dp/0446392308/ref=pd_bbs_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236366113&sr=8-1
[30] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/search-handle-url/ref=ntt_athr_dp_sr_1?%5Fencoding=UTF8&search-type=ss&index=books&field-author=James%20N.%20Dillard
[31] http://www.amazon.com/Complementary-Integrative-Medicine-Pain-Management/dp/0826128742/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236366235&sr=8-2
[32] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/our-experts/karen-lawson-md
[33] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/our-experts/archelle-georgiou-md
[34] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/activities/woman-gets-spine-adjustment-high-bandwidth
[35] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/activities/acupuncture-video-high-bandwidth
[36] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/activities/mindfulness-and-chronic-pain
[37] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/activities/gua-sha-dermal-friction-high-bandwidth
[38] http://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/activities/cupping-video-high-bandwidth


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I am still in a dilemma about the risk of anemia for older almost exclusively bf babies. I read that artificial iron in the iron fortified cereals actually interferes with bm iron absorption. Yet, my pediatrician insists i give my ds cereal. I read somewhere that non artificial iron is better- so what i do now is give my baby some oats with some molasses and flaxseed meal for omega threes and fiber. Apparently molasses is high in iron. This is basically my breakfast minus cows milk.
Does this sound ok? Isnt oats an allergen too? Argh!!
Then onto the vitamin c issue (because it aids in the absorption of iron) Well, i eat grapefruit,but apparently that is another allergen...what am i supposed to give him then? And why is orange juice ok, but not oranges?
In any case, i am still bfing 10-12 times a day. The whole solids issue seems very complicated, almost every food seems to be an allergen.
I am not sure exactly what it is about solids that make them necessary in the first place. Is it the carbohydrates? I thought that bm had everything babies needed, and if not, what does it lack, and from what age is it insufficient? Most advice about solids talks about 'when the baby is ready', but doesnt specify why bm is no longer enough. Any thoughts?


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Infectious diseases influence all areas of human endeavour. They are responsible
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The USS Guardian arrives at White Beach Naval Facility in Japan earlier this month.
A U.S. Navy ship with a wood-and-fiberglass hull that ran aground on a reef off the Philippines was still stuck nearly 22 hours later, Navy officials said Thursday.
The USS Guardian, an Avenger-class minesweeper, hit the Tubbataha Reef in the Sula Sea at 2:25 a.m. local time Thursday (1:25 p.m. Wednesday ET), the Navy said in a statement.
The statement said no one was hurt as a result of the collision, about 80 miles east-southeast of Palawan Island.
"The crew is currently working to determine the best method of safely extracting the ship," the statement said. "The cause of the grounding is under investigation."
Guardian, which is deployed to Sasebo, Japan, was commissioned Dec. 16, 1989, and has a crew of about 80, it added.
A U.S. Navy spokeswoman said at about 11:20 a.m. that the ship was still stuck on the reef.
According to a U.S. Navy factfile, the Guardian has a "fiberglass sheathed, wooden hull."
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My All-Time White Sox Memories
Since my ceremonial first pitch debut on Monday is still top of mind and the White Sox had their only off-day of the spring yesterday, I thought I would fill this space with my 10 all-time Sox memories. While I listed my favorite first (how could I not?) it was too difficult to rank the entire list.
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Hi Art, I would love to hear more about your stay at the White Sox boys Camp. I purchased the property in Brothertown a few years ago , and have been curious about what it was like in the Sox days. I have some recent pictures on http://www.lakenut.com . Thank you, Warren
I spent 6 wonderful summers at the camp. I went from the second year ( missed being 10 years old by a month) otherwise I would have been at the first. I wish I could remember all of the wonderful counselors who were there and took the time to teach us. Sal was the cook and Hub was her husband who did the mowing etc. Horseback rides after dinner. Parents Day, camping out at high cliff state park, Fishing in ponds. All wonderful memories.


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Yesterday the California Legislature approved SB 400, a bill authored by State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) to provide employment protections to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking. SB 400 now heads to Governor Brown, who has until October 13, 2013 to act on the measure. Please take action today to show your support for this esssential piece of legislation.
SB 400 makes it unlawful for an employer to terminate or otherwise discriminate against an employee based on his or her known status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking. The bill also entitles victims to reasonable safety accommodations at the workplace.
Domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking have a harmful effect on the ability of victims to maintain employment, jeopardizing a victim's safety and stable source of income. According to a recent study conducted by Legal Aid Society – Employment Law Center's Project SURVIVE, nearly 40% of survivors were fired or feared termination due to domestic violence.
"The most common reason that victims choose to stay in, or return to, violent relationships is economic insecurity," said Kathy Moore, Interim Executive Director for the California Partnership to End Domestic Violence. "It's imperative that survivors have job security, so they can get themselves out of danger without fear that they'll be penalized if they reveal their status as domestic violence victims. SB 400 is a crucial safeguard for these vulnerable workers."
While California law allows survivors to take job-protected time off work to obtain court relief or other assistance related to abuse, it does not expressly bar employers from firing employees just for being victims. Nor does it specifically require employers to provide safety accommodations to those experiencing abuse.
LAS-ELC hears from many survivors who are struggling to maintain their employment while keeping themselves and their families safe. A recent caller was fired from her job of 14 years after disclosing to her boss that she was a victim of domestic violence. Another caller's manager fired her because she had explained that she was legally changing her name as part of her effort to escape her abuser.
LAS-ELC Staff Attorney Rachael Langston said, "Without the means to support themselves and their children, survivors often feel they have no choice but to remain in a violent relationship."
Langston added, "We are thrilled that SB 400 is one step closer to becoming law, and are heartened by the Legislature's recognition of how vital this bill is to the safety and economic security of survivors."
"I strongly believe that an unknown threat to a workplace is much more dangerous than a known threat," Senator Jackson said. "With information, employees and employers can work together to make a victim safer, their co-workers safer, and the entire workplace safer."
Six states – Illinois, New York, Connecticut, Hawaii, Oregon, and Rhode Island, as well as Puerto Rico – already have laws that protect victims from discrimination and several of these laws also provide for safety-related accommodations.
SB 400 is cosponsored by Legal Aid Society-Employment Law Center, the California Partnership to End Domestic Violence, and the California Coalition Against Sexual Assault, and is supported by a broad coalition of organizations, including women's, labor and civil rights groups, law enforcement, and employers such as Williams-Sonoma, Inc. The bill has no opposition.


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Sept. 24-Oct. 14 of this year I get a vacation. I teach at a year round school so I get these nice three week breaks. I would like to take about a 4 day trip to fly fish the salt. Any suggestions as to were to go and what would I be fishing for? I might not be able to afford a guide the whole time so some beach/wade time would be nice to have. Thanks for any suggestions.
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"The gods do not deduct from man's allotted span the hours spent in fishing." Babylonian Proverb
Not to sound like the Louisiana tourism board, but that time is a great time to come down here and get some nice reds...IF there's nothing going on in the gulf, storm-wise. The bull reds school up at that time and spawn, at all the major passes heading from the interior bays to the open gulf. The speckled trout action can be a bit flaky; they stop their summer-long orgy of spawning and feeding, and tend to scatter across the larger bays and lakes. The bulls make up for that, though - the water can literally turn bronze in some places. We're talking fish from 20-60lbs.
Thanks for the suggestion. It does not seem like many other people have a suggestion. That tells me one of two things. LA is the best option or people are keeping whole coasts a secret. I've never been to LA and would love to come down.
How far is the drive from Maryville. What are the major towns that I would look at staying at and do you have any suggestions as far as guides you know.
"The gods do not deduct from man's allotted span the hours spent in fishing." Babylonian Proverb
Well, it's a 9 hour drive for me to get up to Townsend from here, so you're looking at about that...about an hour further into New Orleans - it really isn't bad, and you gain an hour when you cross into Alabama. As far as where to stay - plenty of choices there. If you want to explore New Orleans, it's open again. If you want to stay a little closer to the fishing action, many of the guides have (or had) lodges right on the water; now, a lot of that was wiped out by Katrina, but I know some have rebuilt.
I have only gone out with one guide, and that was as part of a group from my church. Captain Charlie Thomason is his name, and he definitely can put you on fish. Now, our church trips haven't been fly trips, but I just checked his web site and he apparently does take fly anglers out for the reds...here's his web site:
He operates out of Hopedale, in St Bernard Parish, which is due east of the city. His lodge was wiped out by the 30-ft storm surge of Katrina, but I know he was rebuilding; in fact, he might have his new place open.
I know there are other guides out there who are starting to specialize in fly fishing for reds. You might want to check out this web site:
Again, I really can't make much of a recommendation, since I've only been on one guided trip. One thing is for sure - you will catch fish. Louisiana is home to 40% of our country's wetlands, and the vast marshes are fish factories. We produce fish in far greater numbers than our neighboring gulf coast states, because of the superior habitat.
The rodnreel site is great. It should provide enough information for me. Thanks, I'll let you know how it goes if I come down.
Flying Trout
"The gods do not deduct from man's allotted span the hours spent in fishing." Babylonian Proverb
Glad you got some info. Hope you have a good time down here.
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The secret is that all nature is "a circle of moods". Winter turns to summer, birds arrive and depart for warmer climates, and flowers bloom and wilt away.
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The apartment is ideal for families.
1. In this building families with children living
2. Avoid nuisance to neighbors
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6. Violating the rules is cause for immediate dismissal without payment of your stay or bail.
7. 300 euros deposit
At the exit must return all sets of keys that you were given.
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We do not accept stag groups celebrating or groups visiting the city to attend football matches European Championships.
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Mooi appartement in fijne buurt. Veel restaurantjes om de hoek , enkele kleine supermarktjes en natuurlijk de Passeig de Gracia om de hoek om heerlijk te shoppen. Naast het appartement is een redelijke pizzaria. Tip : Wij hebben heerlijk en goedkoop gegeten bij " La Rita " wat 2 blokken verder ligt. Sagrada Familia op loopafstand, evenals de Ramblas. Check-in en check-out ging soepel en alle afspraken werden nagekomen. 2 Grote slaapkamers met aangrenzende badkamer en een kleine slaapkamer met 2 een persoons bedden. In de woonkamer een slaapbank, die je wel gemakkelijk in-en uitklapt, maar die ik niet voor 2 personen zou aanraden. Fijne eetkamer, wel wat warm met de zon erop in de ochtend. 2 metrostations in de buurt : Diagonal en Passeig de Gracia ( tevens treinstation) . Enige minpuntje was de sleutel in het slot van de authentieke voordeur: die liep niet altijd even soepel. Wij zouden graag terug komen in dit appartement.
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Very nice apartment near the beach . Lovely and clean swimming pool. the balcony door is not closed and the coffee pot was missing. we got the very next day assistance to them. Many thanks!!
Location was really good, metro and Sagrada Familia were very near. There were grocery stores on the other side of the street. The flat was clean and modern. There were eight of us staying and there was enough room for everyone.
The first floor apartment is small but practical, well situated with shops close by and easily connected by 2 different metros. Basic equipment on IKEA standard, which is fine for breakfast but does not invite for proper cooking. Dishwasher and washing machine come handy and make it perfect for a family with children, but not suitable for 6 adults (very small for 8) as two bedrooms are very small and don't have natural light with windows leading to a dark and moldy shaft and second bathroom is tiny. AC and electric fans help circulating the air and keeping the apartment cool. Balcony leads to a busy road.
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The apartment was superb, could not imagine a better location. A lovely veranda for very pleasant breakfasts and lunches under the sun. Although we were 8, there was sufficient space for everybody, maybe the only point of improvement would be to make sure everything is in order for the number of people booking the place (for example there were not enough blankets, but the guys immediately provided them the day after our arrival, or there were only 7 chairs).
The appartement ist perfect for a stay in Barcelona. It is very near the Rambla and the Metro-station. The appartement was clean and comfortable. The service from the company was good. I will spend my next stay in Barcelona in this appartement sure.
Generally I'd like to confirm what people before me already have mentioned - nice flat with a lot of space but a few shortcomings (like everywhere), really short way to the beach, pool, supermarket round the corner, good connection to Barcelona, super nice host :) quite noisy because of the trains right behind the building but after some time you get used to it. Ventilators have now been available :) 3 sleeping rooms, so especially recommendable for families.
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During my time at college, I found myself unhappy and unfulfilled. I despised my major and I wasn't a fan of my campus. This being my second college, I figured it must be that college itself wasn't for me, so I decided to drop out. I took a few months to experiment with careers that didn't require college degrees but my choice to leave school kept haunting me.
In the midst of my time away from higher education, I came across a Chicago Tribune article which detailed common misconceptions students have about college....and I realized right away that I was one of those students! Here are just a few points the Trib covered:
After realizing the true importance of a college education, I knew what I had to do. Recognizing that it was the location of my school and the major I had chosen that were bothering me, I spent my time off figuring out a major I want to immerse myself in and finding a university in a location I can't wait to live. I'll be returning to school in the fall!
Carly Gerber is majoring in journalism at Columbia College Chicago. She loves fashion and hopes to cover the topic for a Chicago-area magazine. In her free time, she focuses on her blog, loves making jewelry and spending time on Pinterest and Pose. She hopes to use this blog to guide and relate to its followers: college students like herself!
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Omar L on 3/27/2013 5:06:35 PM commented:
Realizing the real truth about a college education:
It doesn't matter if you get a college education, find out what makes you happy first. You are capable of anything. If you want to be a doctor, sure go to college. There are many cool jobs out there where you don't need a college education.
I too dropped out of college because I felt unfulfilled and unsatisfied with how everything was going. Then I took the initiative to try something new: farming. After working on a farm, I realized this was something I wanted to do for the rest of my life. When I finally made the decision that I was going to own a farm one day, I also made the decision to go back to college for sustainable agriculture. Not because I needed to, but because I wanted to. Because I know everyday I go to class will be a fun and exciting adventure of learning more about the career I chose. Because I know the connections I make at the college will be more valuable than the actual degree.
I disagree with your first statement that a college degree has value, it's what you do with your time and effort and your experiences that hold value. But I do agree with your second statement that location is important. Find a school that has many like minded people and a campus life that attracts you, and you will find it to be a very enjoyable experience!
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As photographers we all like to work as fast and efficiently as possible. Nobody enjoys anything that slows down us down, whether it's at the shooting stage or when we're transferring images. There are ever-increasing amount of cameras offering some form of alternative connectivity to make uploading and viewing faster and more intuitive, with Wi-fi cameras fast becoming a popular way of getting our images online and available to see by the world in an instant.
There's also NFC (Near Field Communication), which is starting to be rolled out across more cameras and works on the basis of touching devices together to transfer images. With connectivity constantly evolving, it's an exciting time in camera development. Lets take a look at the options in closer detail and unearth more about the direction connectivity seems to be heading.
What is Wi-Fi?
The term 'Wi-fi' refers to a wireless technology that uses radio waves to exchange data via a computer network, or high-speed Internet connection. Best known for wirelessly connecting computers, smart phones and tablets to the Internet, Wi-fi is a popular alternative to using unwieldy Ethernet cables and has the benefit of allowing multiple devices to be connected to the same network or internet connection simultaneously.
Benefits of Wi-Fi
One of the key advantages of having a Wi-fi camera is being able to connect to a Wi-fi hotspot, which gives you direct upload access to social media channels such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Though this modern way of sharing images won't appeal to everyone, it's particularly useful when you're travelling and provides a way of keeping your family or friends updated with your whereabouts, while allowing you to shoot and share your images with the camera that you enjoy using most. With these two reasons in mind, it's perhaps no surprise that the types of camera we're used to seeing with Wi-fi are those designed with travel in mind, such as pocket compacts with powerful optical zooms or compact system cameras.
So, if you already own a smart phone that has the power of taking photos and connecting via Wi-fi, what's the appeal of a Wi-fi camera? The simple answer to this is that even cheap point-and-shoot compacts offer more advanced control and features than those you'll find on a smart phone. The benefits of having a longer optical zoom, larger sensor, higher resolution and improved handling all add up to make it a better tool, capable of delivering better image quality.
The Canon EOS 6D is the first DSLR to feature built-in Wi-fi
Aside from uploading, Wi-fi cameras have other benefits. With manufacturers having free rein over the way their Wi-fi cameras are controlled, we've seen more and more companies start to produce iOS and Andoid apps to give their users extra wireless control. These apps not only allow you to see a live feed of what the Wi-fi camera sees, they enable you to trigger the shutter remotely, or setup a self-timer. There are numerous applications for this type of functionality, such as wildlife photography, where photographers like to monitor composition, shoot discreetly and work at distance from their subjects all at the same time. Of course, we shouldn't forget Wi-fi cameras can also be used to download and save pictures to your computer wirelessly, and if you have a Wi-fi enabled printer it gives you the option to instantly transmit the shots you wish to print without the need of USB cables or a card reader.
Disadvantages of Wi-fi cameras
Although there are many manufacturers producing Wi-fi enabled cameras, it was Samsung that were one of the first to tip their toe into Wi-Fi waters, applying their knowledge of wireless connectivity from their smart phones and Galaxy tablets to their NX-series of Compact System Cameras. Since then we've seen Canon, Nikon, Panasonic, Polaroid and Sony all produce cameras that support Wi-fi, however there's been no sense of urgency from manufacturers to feature Wi-Fi within DSLRs. To date, there's only the Canon EOS 6D that features built-in Wi-Fi. This full-frame model is supported by a free EOS remote app that offers excellent wireless control. The EOS remote app (compatible with iOS and Android devices) allows you to adjust all the different exposure values remotely, including ISO. Adding to this, there's the option of taking control of AF point positioning, firing the shutter and saving images taken on your DSLR straight to your mobile device for sharing or attaching to an email. The only omission is that Raw files can't be transferred by Wi-fi and instead the camera automatically has to convert Raw files to JPEG prior to transmission.
Nikon's philosophy of wireless transmission from DSLRs to mobile devices is slightly different. It requires the use of a Nikon WU-1a mobile adapter (£49), which is designed for the D3200, D5200 and D7100. Rather like the EOS Remote app, images can be captured wirelessly from iOS or Android devices before being shared, but you're required to download the Wireless Adapter Utility app from iTunes or Google Play first. Unfortunately, the app doesn't allow you to take the same control of exposure values as the EOS remote app and the drawback of having to plug in a small adaptor at the side of the camera is that it's more prone to getting lost or being damaged than if it were built-in. Compacts such as the Nikon S800c already feature built-in Wi-Fi, so we predict it's only a matter of time before this technology transfers across to DSLRs to make the process of wireless image transfer even easier for Nikon's consumers.
Disadvantages of Wi-fi cameras
The disadvantage of choosing a Wi-fi camera is that its convenience comes at a price. Wi-fi cameras cost more than those with comparable specifications that don't support it. As more cameras are rolled out with Wi-fi, we can expect the saturation in the market to slowly bring down the cost. One other point to note is that not all apps support sharing of high-resolution images and HD video, so you should be prepared for your images to be automatically resized to an optimal size for the device you wish to view or share it on.
NFC cameras
Near Field Communication, better known as NFC, is an alternative type of wireless connectivity that enables a short-range communication between mobile devices. To initiate a NFC connection, two NFC enabled products are required to be placed within 4cm of each other, after which data or images can be transferred via a Wi-Fi connection. Rather than relying on radio waves, NFC uses electromagnetic radio fields to form its communication. NFC remains in its early stages of development and you only need look at the handful of NFC cameras on the market today to realize this. Samsung's latest flagship compact system camera, the NX300, has recently been launched with NFC technology and allows its users to instantly transfer images between the camera and an NFC mobile device by simply bringing the products within touching distance. Panasonic also features NFC on its TZ40 and FT5 compacts, which could be a sign that the company is looking at introducing it across more of its products in the near future.
NFC technology enables you to transfer images by simply touching devices
At present, NFC is only supported by smart phones and tablets that run on the Android system. Rumor websites have suggested that Apple could be next to roll out NFC technology across iPhones and iPads, which could potentially spur on other camera manufacturers to embrace the world of NFC and adopt it within their latest products so they're be left behind in the connectivity race.


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At the National Institutes of Health, when you want to know about the science behind breakthrough DNA sequencing technologies, you call Dr. Jeffery Schloss.
As program director for technology development coordination, Dr. Schloss served as a resource on technology development for the extramural research program at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) and manages a portfolio of grants across a range of nucleic acids-related technologies - in particular the $1,000 genome sequencing technology development program. He also works with the Human Microbiome Program [commonfund.nih.gov], coordinates the Centers of Excellence in Genomic Science program and co-chairs the Common Fund Nanomedicine Initiative [commonfund.nih.gov].
Dr. Schloss was selected, in 2012 when NHGRI reorganized its structure, as the director of the Division of Genome Sciences within the extramural research program based on his expansive knowledge and experience with various technology and genomic science programs.
"It's both a great honor and challenge to move into this new role," said Dr. Schloss. "This new structure will maintain cohesion among a diverse group of highly accomplished scientists who have made our extramural research program so successful, while accommodating administrative needs of a growing institute."
Three research domains within the new strategic plan for genomics will be the focus of the Division of Genome Sciences: understanding the structure of genomes; understanding the biology of genomes; and understanding the biology of disease.
"These domains have been at the core of NHGRI extramural activities for several years and they will certainly continue to be an essential and substantial portion of our portfolio moving forward to implement the strategic plan," said Dr. Schloss.
Dr. Schloss joined NHGRI in 1992 as a program director for centers that were building genetic and physical maps of human and model organism genomes, and then helped NHGRI initiate its large scale sequencing pilot projects. He then transitioned to the technology development program where he has run programs to accelerate the availability of genomics technologies, and coordinated interdisciplinary programs in bioengineering and nanotechnology research across the NIH and U.S. federal science agencies.
Dr. Schloss received the NIH Director's Award in 1997, twice in 1998, 2004, 2006 and 2008. He earned his undergraduate degree in biology from Case Western Reserve University in 1973, and a Ph.D. in cell biology from Carnegie Mellon University in 1979. He received the HHS Career Achievement Award for his work in genome sequencing technology.
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A trendy bar in Australia didn't take too kindly to one patron's flowing mullet.
David Hoogland was recently booted from Print Hall, one of Perth's newest rooftop bars, after the owners decided they didn't care for his "business in the front, party in the back" look, The Huffington Post reported.
"I'm not in a gang, I don't have tattoos all over me, I'm just an everyday person," he told the West Australian.
Wearing jeans, a T-shirt and dress shoes, Hoogland was asked to take his hairdo elsewhere after just 20 minutes in the new nightspot, according to the Herald Sun.
"I agree if you're being rowdy, out of control, drunk or abusive then you should be kicked out but if you're just sitting down having a chat and a quiet social drink, I think that's pretty rude," he told the West Australian.
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Humans have one duty: to glorify God. Because He is holy, He calls His people to be holy. We are to be set apart, that He might be glorified. If we honor the Lord, He will bless us. He will feed and nourish our bodies that our souls may be prepared for the kingdom of heaven.
As God's people, we are not to hold faith in any particular creed, religion, observance, or any act of benevolence, charity, humiliation, or repentance as a substitute for holiness. We are to be partakers of His Divine nature, saved from sin and the corruption of this world, our souls transformed into holiness, and our outward acts righteous, or we will never see God. Jesus Christ was sent for this very purpose – that He might purify us through faith in His blood blotting out our sin and restoring our souls to His image.
In Scripture, the "heart" is the seat of life and strength. It means the mind, soul, and spirit – our entire emotional nature and understanding. When people refuse to let God be their God, their hearts are darkened, and they cannot see. Isaiah 24 tells us there is an impending judgment on the earth and its people. Verse 11 reads, "and all joy is darkened".
Heathens do not respect God or place value in Him. They are not thankful to God. They continually dishonor His authority. God's Word says these people are without excuse. In other words, all their diversions and maneuvers of deception to evade the truth and not give honor to the Lord are vain, or useless.
In Luke 14:16-24, Jesus told a parable about a great banquet. The people who were invited all made excuses for not coming. The master told his servant, "…not one of those men who were invited will get a taste of my banquet."
Jesus has invited every one of us to that great day when we will sit down at a banquet with Him. Have you accepted His invitation? Does your life bring glory to Him? If not, what is your excuse?
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I don't know about you, but I was really bored about inserting my password again and again when pulling hg based projects.
Since I'm using Gnome, I decided to check if it was possible to integrate Mercurial with the Gnome Keyring.
Guess what:
Just download the extension and install it, by adding the following line under [extensions] in your .hgrc file:
hggnome-keyring = [PATH_TO_EXTENSION]/hggnome-keyring.py
When pulling from a hg repo, the system will prompt you for the password just for the first time🙂


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An International ViewKotzab, Herbert; Teller, Christoph; Grant, David B. (Frederiksberg, 2011)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Resume: This paper discusses factors affecting the execution of supply chain management and presents a conceptual model and six hypotheses based on such factors identified in the literature. The model was tested in two European country-specific cases using structural equation modelling. Findings in both cases confirm the hypothesized hierarchical order of three proposed antecedents: 'internal SCM conditions' affect 'joint SCM conditions' which in turn influences collaborative 'SCM-related processes'. Managerial implications are that firms in both countries should adopt these hierarchical steps to ensure a rigorous and appropriate approach to achieving full and integrative SCM. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/8330
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Assessing network structures within container shipping industryProckl, Günter; Kotzab, Herbert; Kinra, Aseem (frederiksberg, 2013)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Resume: Purpose - Container shipping, due to its boundary crossing nature, is generally seen as an international business. A first look into the physical networks of the industry has shown that container-shipping companies operate however rather differently, with different motives for internationalization, and infact show different patterns to their international development. However, there are other important transactional and market-oriented considerations, and overall dynamics that need to be examined before concluding on the internationalization levels of container shipping companies, and the industry. The purpose of this paper is to further investigate the patterns of internationalisation by the examination of the more demand-oriented considerations. Design/methodology/approach - In order to answer the research question, the paper focusses on the examination of the front-end activities and structures like sales office networks and the overall extent of market presence. For this the fundamental sales networks of the companies were considered as a key indicator, and the port networks of the 20 largest container-shipping companies in the world (by TEU capacity) were analyzed. Findings - The resulting data set allows an examination on each company's overall network at various geographic levels, and a direct comparison of the networks of the companies. It shows that not all shipping companies are highly international. It also shows that market share and total capacity are not necessarily a good indicator for the worldwide presence of a company. Research limitations/implications (if applicable) - The paper adds yet another piece to the interesting puzzle on internationalization patterns of container shipping companies. However, for a complete picture on the internationalization process further work will be required that is based e.g. on the development pattern of single companies and that may also take more the dynamic aspects and comparisons into account. Practical implications - Preceeding work provides insights that are directed towards the port networks and thus toward the more back office oriented resource architecture and the more geographical aspect of physical coverage. By reorganising the focus on the sales network of the single container shipping companies, this paper presents findings that are also applicable to the front end, towards the customer, The comparison of both views is promising interesting insights such as ownership structures and entry modes along with the specific location commitment as a basis for strategic considerations. Originality/value – In the academic literature there is not much to find on the internationalization process and the dominating internationalisation patterns related to container shipping. The paper makes an important contribution in this regard by considering the different aspects of the international shipping networks and by bringing these closer to extant frameworks on internationalization. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/8812
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Algren, Casper; Kotzab, Herbert (Frederiksberg, 2011)[Flere oplysninger][Færre oplysninger]
Resume: Purpose: We have examined which dimensions are used by the largest Danish manufacturing companies to measure SCPM at operational, tactical and strategic level, how can these dimensions be classified, and how do these empirical results have implications for practice and selected SCPM-theories. Design/methodology/approach: A deductive structure based on a theoretical framework was used to design an empirical investigation of 54 Danish manufacturing companies, which all have revenue of more than DKK 500 million. Furthermore, qualitative investigation was done by analyzing four casecompanies in order to get a more in-depth picture of how SCPM is used in practice. Findings: The four most used SCPM metrics have downstream focus. Companies that use SCPM have a more deliberated split between metrics with focus on operational, tactical and strategic level. While the quantitative data indicates that non-financial measurements are most frequently used, the qualitative data implies that the companies use financial measures as basis for performance measurement and that results from non-financial measures have second priority. Research limitations/implications (if applicable): The model is limited to large Danish industrial companies and we propose to widen the model to upstream and downstream supply chain partners. Practical implications (if applicable): The paper shows the most important and most frequently used supply chain relevant key performance indicators as well as a process model of how to implement supply chain performance measurement in a company. Original/value: This paper closes the gap between theory and practice within the area of performance measurement and management within the context of supply chain management. The proposed SCPM model has been theoretically developed and empirically validated. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/8331
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Valentine's Day is not for the faint of heart. For those of us bravely facing the world alone, the onslaught of romance, hearts and flowers can be a bit much at this time of year, and since my cup doesn't exactly "runneth" over today, I've decided to accentuate the positive. Being single does have certain advantages. I don't love washing the dishes, and with no one around, I can eat my dinner right out of the frying pan and drink my milk straight from the carton without the slightest twinge of remorse. Jealous? Instead of asking my mate if I look presentable, I saunter out of the house in mismatched socks and yesterday's sweatpants with a swagger that only a "confirmed bachelor" can pull off.
While standing in line at the grocery store, I ignore the wagging tongues and toss my donuts and Hungry Man dinners onto the conveyor belt with panache, convinced that a balanced meal is for those less fortunate than myself, and I throw in a bottle of vodka for good measure. "I don't need to live forever," I reason. "There's no one to dance on my grave when I'm gone." Speaking of dancing, I decided to check out the Dirty Dozen Brass Band at the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts' Events Gallery (www.bethelwoodscenter.org [2]) last week and placed a few calls in search of a date. "Oh, I love them," cried one prospective escort, "but I'm still doing my taxes. Sorry." Scratching another name off the list, I dialed again. "They are the epitome of New Orleans-style jazz," I explained "and they mix it up with bebop, funk and pop. Wanna come?"
"Sounds great," came the response. "Can I bring a date?" Slamming the receiver, I looked at the dog and sighed. Leaving her home (for a change), I was hoping that I might have better odds without her getting all of the attention. "Let the good times roll," I wheezed while entering the Event Gallery and glanced around the room. I'm not sure what I was thinking, for while the band was phenomenal, the place was packed with couples. The Dirty Dozen's unique blend of musical styles, coupled with a traditional Mardi Gras sound, has been described (I checked online) as "a new standard by which all others are measured," and I had to agree. The crowd went wild, dancing in the aisles, as the band entertained with horns blaring, encouraging the audience to be a part of the show.
I took pictures, shook hands and made myself look busy, a smile glued to my face all the while, ignoring the looks of pity, insisting that I was alone by choice. "Who has time?" I replied, when asked if I was by myself. "Between gigs, there's the dog to walk, stories to write and shoveling, of course." I left vodka out of the equation. Some things are better left unsaid. The concert left me feeling giddy, since they played with great joy and left the lovers wanting more, after belting out hits like "Git up," "We gon' roll," and "E Flat Blues." Before signing autographs and CD's in the lobby, "St. James Infirmary" filled the night air and I took off, still tapping my toes as I drove home, one eye on the sky.
The storm was about to hit and I was happy to have had the foresight to stock up on the essentials. Puppy love greeted me and I patted and petted, listening to the ice hit the glass. "Aren't we lucky?" I cooed at the wonder dog, "with no one to tell us what to do? The world is our oyster, let's play fetch!" A few vodkas later, I woke up in a pool of drool and slumped into bed, as Dharma fought for the covers and licked me. "Could be worse," I thought, while going over the schedule for the rest of the week. "Serenade: Your Business Valentine's Mixer" (www.marketmarketcafe.com [3]) in Rosendale, NY, sounded like a stretch while "Valentine's Day—How do you show your love?" (www.aromathymebistro.com [4]), in Ellenville, NY was just plain (Mr. Bitter? Party of one?) out of the question.
My invite for the Musicians Gathering at the Catskill Distilling Company in Bethel, NY on Valentine's Day (www.dancingcatsaloon.com [5]) stared back at me. "What better way to serenade your loved one for the holiday," it screamed, "than a night of steady love songs? We're all looking forward to it." Uh-huh. Flipping channels, I was momentarily grateful not to have anyone fighting for the remote and I drifted off again. As cupid invaded my dreams, I drew back my bow and took aim. Standing over his adorable lifeless body, I admired my handiwork and I awoke refreshed, prepared to face another day of whine and roses.
Love may be grand, but in my house, it's just (IMHO) another four letter word.