text:
About the Author: Lyla Andrews Bashan serves as a Conflict Prevention Officer in the Office of the Coordinator for Reconstruction and Stabilization at the U.S. Department of State.
As our United Nations flight from Kinshasa landed in Goma, in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), we were greeted by Mount Nyiragongo, the volcano that hovers over the town. The most recent eruption, in 2002, left almost 50 people dead and 120,000 homeless. The remnants of this eruption can be seen in the many walls around town built with the same jagged volcanic rock that continues to blanket much of the ground. One is quickly reminded that this devastation is the least of Congolese worries: on the wall of the small United Nations airport is a color-coded sign titled, "Threat Assessment Level Goma." The day we landed was a good day – the arrow is only pointing at the red level 4 rather than the maximum black level 5. We later learn that one of the front lines of the conflict between the Government of the DRC and the main rebel group at the time, the National Congress for the Defense of the People (CNDP), is in the foothills of the volcano, just 12 miles north of Goma.
Many parts of eastern DRC remain unstable, especially in the province of North Kivu. The conflict, once a full-blown war involving seven national armies, has spanned 15 years and resulted in over 5 million deaths. This most recent stage of the conflict in the east involves the DRC Government, the CNDP, and another armed group, the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (more commonly known by its French acronym "FDLR"). The CNDP's purported goal is to protect the Tutsi people and other ethnic minorities, while the FDLR is led by a small number of génocidaires, the ethnic Hutu perpetrators of the 1994 Rwandan genocide. Natural resources, ethnicity, and lack of state authority all work together to make this conflict highly complex, with no easy solutions.
Sadly, the violence and instability in the DRC is not an aberration in today's world. Failing and post-conflict states pose one of the greatest national and international security challenges of our day. The U.S. Government has learned from past experiences that we need to be able to prevent conflict and, if necessary, help stabilize and reconstruct countries emerging from conflict. The State Department's Office of the Coordinator for Reconstruction and Stabilization (S/CRS) was created in 2004 to strengthen the U.S. Government response to conflict. As it has done in more than 20 countries, S/CRS has employed several of its stabilization and reconstruction tools to the situation in eastern DRC in support of the U.S. effort to improve stability in this conflict-stricken region.
One such effort is an $11.9 million program focused on border policing, civilian and military judicial reform, and local governance. The Office of the Coordinator's conflict prevention programs are funded through section 1207 of the National Defense Authorization Act, which authorizes the Secretary of Defense to transfer up to $100 million per year to the Department of State for programs that support security, reconstruction or stabilization around the world.
Following this precept, in June 2008, S/CRS and USAID's Office of Conflict Management and Mitigation facilitated a three-day interagency conflict assessment in Washington that helped identify the main drivers and mitigators of conflict in the DRC. This assessment tool, known as the Interagency Conflict Assessment Framework, is designed to guide a shared interagency analysis of conflict dynamics and identify potential entry points for U.S. Government efforts. More than thirty interagency partners participated in this assessment and the findings fed into the DRC's Country Assistance Strategy, a five-year U.S. Government foreign assistance strategy.
In the fall of 2008, S/CRS sent a team to DRC to explore how we could provide additional assistance to the U.S. Government efforts to promote security, stability and reconstruction in eastern DRC. This scoping team was comprised of the DRC analyst from the State Department's Humanitarian Information Unit and three S/CRS staff: a Conflict Prevention Officer, a Planning Officer, and a Diplomatic Security Agent detailed to the Civilian Response Corps (CRC). Civilian Response Corps members, drawn from the interagency community and coordinated by S/CRS, are U.S. Government employees with conflict expertise who are available to reinforce reconstruction and stabilization efforts in Washington and our Embassies abroad.
The first member of our scoping team arrived in country shortly after a rebel offensive in October 2008. S/CRS took the opportunity to reexamine the situation and support the embassy during this crisis. Once the situation had stabilized somewhat, the rest of the team followed, spending a few days undertaking consultations in the capital, Kinshasa.
We spent the next week in Goma consulting with U.S. and United Nations staff, international donors, and NGOs. In addition to our many consultations – over 30 in 2 weeks – we visited several camps for internally displaced persons (IDPs). The fighting that began in August 2008 has resulted in an estimated 250,000 IDPs, many of whom have been displaced several times. These are in addition to the nearly one million pre-existing IDPs. Visiting the camps allowed us to see first hand the condition of the victims of the conflict. This moving experience helped breathe life into all we were learning from our consultations with officials and donors.
The United States, along with the broader international community, has worked hard to create a level of stability in the DRC. Although the situation in North Kivu remains tense, other parts of the east have significantly improved in recent years. In coordination with the Embassy, USAID and other offices within the State Department, our scoping trip developed several potential avenues for enhancing stability in eastern DRC. As the Office of the Coordinator for Reconstruction and Stabilization continues to collaborate with our interagency colleagues and the U.S. Embassy in Kinshasa, we hope to see good ideas become a reality on the ground and contribute to a positive outcome in eastern DRC.
In order to learn more about S/CRS, please visit our website.
Jason Lewis-Berry contributed to this piece. He serves as a Planning Officer in the Office of the Coordinator for Reconstruction and Stabilization.
Eric in New Mexico writes:
Hi Lyla, I was reading the other day that Colombia is facing a similar volcanic dillema with one about to re-erupt. Evacuation has begun and the government is actually asking these indiginous folks where they would like to be relocated to, at government expense.
Nice to see a government take care of its people for a change when so many seem not to give a darn.
Folks say that war cannot be won by military means alone, yet war was never strictly a military force on force proposition to begin with, as that is the culmination of resentment and ill will , misunderstanding and abused diplomacy. Ultimately the parties must undergo group therapy.
That may be one reason the U.S. does not have permanent enemies, come to think of it.
It seems to me one of the greatest tasks over the next 5-10 years is going to be arriving at a global cooperative understanding on how to ethicly cope with mass migrations of peoples due to variable environmental circumstance, be it natural or man-made.
In such cases, it it sometimes more efficiant to bring the people to the aid than to face failure trying to deliver aid into hostile environments, with nations closing their borders to refugees, and politics trumping human existance.
I'd ask you (or anyone); How many lives might have been saved over the years in many crisis, had nations risked losing their UN membership for not having been good samaritans?
And as a followup, whether the UN would still have a credible number of nations left to call itself the United Nations (plural).
In my opinion, the Stature of Liberty still stands for something, and folks keep coming to America because she does to them as well.
Now you have your Millenium challenge, so I think I'll be so bold as to suggest a challenge of a different type.
Nations seem to love a good contest as evidenced by the Olympics, and it would certainly be an Olypmic feat for any nation to absorb through immigration, 1 million refugees, fed, clothed, housed, given work and a life back..
So that's the challenge I propose. I leave it up to the Dept of State and our President to come up with an appropriate incentive for the grand prize if they so choose.
Maybe we can do this on an annual basis till the world runs out of refugees?
Joe in Tennessee writes:
The very history line of the Congo tells most of the tale in simplest form: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1072684.stm.
There is not that much to research in reality: INSTABILITY.
Instability which has led to this: A January 2008 IRC survey found that 5,400,000 people have died from war-related causes in Congo since 1998 -- the world's deadliest documented conflict since WW II. The vast majority died from non-violent causes such as malaria, diarrhea, pneumonia and malnutrition?easily preventable and treatable conditions when people have access to health care and nutritious food.
The real factor to eliminate their problem lies in limiting weapons sales outside the military and legal venue. From the first real problems in the 60s where Russia provided them arms to this day, external political interest or profit continue to be the largest determent to stability in all of Africa.
To Eric: And I do not want to continue a lengthy conversation which is out of context to the subject matter:
QUOTE: That may be one reason the U.S. does not have permanent enemies, come to think of it. END QUOTE.
You are so wrong it is a sin. We DO have enemies, clear and present dangers from the past to this very day. That misnomer is why we are in this situation...ignorance is bliss; but, we have been in blissful ignorance for over 20 years now -- and I can time frame it for you: when the subject comes up. Just keep thinking you can shake hands and pump out money so people will be your friends...
Joe in Tennessee writes:
Oddly, I went back to visit CDI and found this supporting article from Jan 15.
Mumbai Attacks Demonstrate Terrorist Reliance on Small Arms (Analysis)
On Nov. 28, 2008, gunmen attacked the city of Mumbai, an attack which paralyzed India and horrified the world. Using only small arms, the attackers killed nearly 200, and wounded another 350 more. CDI Senior Analyst Rachel Stohl and CDI Research Assistant Doug Tuttle examine terrorist use of small arms in the attacks, and the potential consequence of allowing small arms proliferation to continue unchecked in the region.
We need to find a way to infiltrate the small arms trade and use the information in timely manners for interception rather than the hold and react after the fact of the past SOP format.
Eric in New Mexico writes:
Uh Joe, pardon me. But what about the group therapy of the Marshall plan after WW2 that lead to the EU, a unified Germany and a free and stable economic base in Europe did you not understand?
If you don't invest in the future Joe, it is the past which will haunt you.
Besides, "the U.S. does not have permanent enemies" is official U.S. policy...the ones that wish to remain permanent generally get buried. Que no?
Methinks you grossly misunderstood the statement. (chuckle). Patience is different from ignorent bliss.
I agree with you on the halting of light weapons proliferation, the international community has left loopholes in related UN resolutions that you could pilot a freighter through, literally.
Donald in Virginia writes:
29 January 09
I think we all have to start bracing for one of the biggest rollercoaster rides in the world. The economy on the brink and with situation in the Middle East. I believe what happened in India was a test. We all know that India failed the test. Just like we failed the test of September 11th, 2001. We have had years to put in place better and smarter measures to prevent terrorist attacks in the United States. We can only hope and pray they will be enough to prevent any future attacks. Learning the signs is key because on that very day "Crescent moon and star" was present, how ironic it's the same sign on the Pakistan flag. It was also present during the Subway attacks in London.
I think to put a finer point on the matter we should be more concerned about National Security then about the temperature of the earth. God created the earth and he will no doubt have more of a say about what happens to Mother Earth and no Man or Woman on earth will ever have his powers. If you believe your smarter than God or can out smart the creator I say Good luck!
Scientist have been trying for years to outsmart God and yet they cannot keep up with God. Hurricanes, lightning Storms, Earthquakes, Mudslides, Natural Disasters Just don't happen without a little help.
Taking a look into my crystal ball, we all better be prepared. Taking nothing for granted and ensuring you have plenty of emergency supplies onhand. This is a good time to stock up on canned goods, candles, batteries, flashlights, shovels, radios, blankets, clothes, you can never have too much supplies for the storms or events ahead. Have water in bottles. Check out the dates on the goods to ensure they have plenty of time. Have a medical kit and draw up emergency fire exits in your homes. Learn how to egress out of your homes safely without your eyes. Which means using the buddy system. Place a blindfold over your eyes, have someone escort you out safely. "Plan for the worst and hope for the best" safety note: Always use the back of your hands when leaving a flooded or burning building" when it's dark and you can't see what your touching, you might grab on an electrical cable which would cause two things to happen. One you get zapped and second your fingers would clinch and stick to the power line. Using the back of your hands, you move away quick which might just save your life. If your in a bucket of water, this method wouldn't work. I was a Fire Fighter in Iraq and a Damage Control Team Trainer onboard a Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier. This is good safety sense, also stay low in a fire because smoke can be just as deadly as flames. I have personally been in Floods, Fires, saved lives and counting my blessings of surviving over 12 times near death experiences. The techniques taught to me work. I even wrote a book "Smart Survival Secrets" to help people survive Natural Disasters. I was once even trapped in a log under water in a creek.
God bless
Baruch writes:
Fantastic article. Clearly written, provides a good overview of the situation.
Clearly this one's a winner; keep your eyes on her.
Himanshu in Texas writes:
"As Obama is an African himself, he will help to develop Africa for those of us here," says Abraham Wekabira of Bukhalu, Uganda. Yet four conflicts persist: in Sudan's Darfur region; in Somalia; in northern Uganda; and in eastern Congo. These three conflicts raging in the region impose enormous costs: in loss of life, economic growth and diminished confidence in the ability of African leaders and institutions to solve their own problems.
Joe in Tennessee writes:
Uh Joe, pardon me. But what about the group therapy of the Marshall plan after WW2 that lead to the EU, a unified Germany and a free and stable economic base in Europe did you not understand?
...why differentiate time and place to make points? It is not the same in any manner but:
You actually view the major problem herein with that statement as to why that does not apply: Culture.
Africa, for the most part has no modern identity or structured systems of government...You cannot compare African problems to those of WW2,in Europe or Asia, which was a success by the by, in any way...so you can't use this tangential association. It holds no water.
From culture, such as over 116 variants of just one African nation's langue to outside political interest, there is a vast departure from your premise.
Eric in New Mexico writes:
@ Joe in Tennessee -- Since the Marshall plan was the basis of inspiration (by precedent) for the nation building efforts in Afghanistan, Iraq, and aid to developing countries, disease mitigation efforts and a host of foreign assistance programs that included Africa, Asia, MENA, South America, culture really does not preclude the success of programs, as peoples have common desires to improve their lot in life.
All that assistance came with the stipulation that nations would be involved in good governance, accountability, and work as partners to develop programs that met nation's individual needs, and thus culture, language barriers etc. were not predisposed to illicit failure as you suggest.
It's like you are saying in a backhanded sort of way that people of developing nations are not capable of grabing the brass ring of prosperity and peace.
Aye well Joe, you are well known for your soft bigotry of low expectations, and your hard bigotry in calling the people of Asia "Godless people".
Would you like me to pull that post of your's out of the archives?
I have no wish to embarass you more than you've already embarrased yourself at the expense of any credibility you may think you have.
Eric in New Mexico writes:
@ Dipnote staff:
After reading this, I can understand why Sec. Clinton thanked the "Appropriators".
This citizen thanks them as well, knowing what the stakes are.
FY2009 International affairs Congressional budget justificaton:
Judging by the following Citizen's Report, State gets an A+ for effort. While I'm firmly convinced that there is no policy created by man or government that cannot be improved upon to better serve the people, you'all have more than met the expectations set out for you in policy objectives overall.
I only have one general recomendation for Sec. Clinton as the policy review of the new admin. goes forward.
"Don't try to fix what isn't broke."
Tweek programs for better perfomance perhaps, but that has been ongoing for some time anyway, and is a natural process of program review and maintenance.
FY2008 Citizen's report:


text:
Vietnam veterans helps others via Cambodia Corps
They were fierce fighters and loyal allies to the Americans fighting the war in Vietnam. They were the Montagnards, an indigenous people living in the highlands of northeast Cambodia.
What's happened to them in the 35 plus years since the war ended? Thousands have been relocated to the United States but the 100,000 who remain on their tribal lands have been subjugated by their government and are looked down upon by Khmer society.
They are the poorest, least educated, least healthy people in Southeast Asia and their homelands are being seized by outsiders. The tropical forests that sustained their lifestyle have succumbed to land grabs by lowlanders who are serving the mining and agricultural interests of China, Vietnam and the western world.
But, they have not been forgotten. At least, not by Alpena native Max Lund. In 2007 he visited Cambodia and witnessed the work being done by an organization called Cambodia Corps Inc. (CCi) whose mission is to educate the poorest of the poor in the northeast section of that country and return them to their home provinces to serve their people.
In 2008 Lund became one of three directors of CCi. He spoke recently to a group of Association of Lifelong Learners about the desperate needs of the Montagnards and the way his organization is addressing those issues.
Education is the key. The local government provides elementary schooling in the small mountain villages but secondary schools are located in the cities which are 30 to 60 miles away. There is also the expense of books, clothing and food.
CCi chooses orphans and children of single parents, giving them a secondary education and a safe place to live. One of the organization's first projects in the provincial capital of Sen Monourum was to put locks on the dormitory doors of the secondary school which was also housing the province's orphans. CCi went on to install toilets, drill a well for safe drinking water, plant a garden, build a reservoir for doing laundry, and buy a tuc-tuc for transportation.
Students who complete a secondary education are fluent in Kmer and English in addition to their village dialect. After passing an exit exam, they are offered the chance of a college education if they commit to two years of service in their communities for each year of college.
To date, 30 students have earned college degrees in civil engineering, veterinary medicine, rural development and agriculture, English, mathematics, banking and finance, economics, medicine, business management, animal health production, law, public administration, electrical engineering, IT networking, community development and teachers education. Two are currently in medical school.
The students are enthusiastic about the CCi program, seeing it as a ticket to a good life and a chance to help preserve their native culture. They are unified by pressures from the outside that seek to destroy them. They've seen how the Communists have treated the Montagnards in Vietnam, stealing their land and driving them out.
Cambodia Corps is a non-profit organization of Vietnam veterans which uses 95 cents of every donated dollar for its students. Its officers and directors are not compensated and the Cambodian manager receives a salary of $475 a month.
It takes an average of $1,600 a year to put a student through college in the city of Phnom Penh. Anyone interested in joining the effort to educate these young Cambodians who seek to protect their rights and preserve their lands can send a donation to founding member Thomas M. Daniels III – president/chairman, Cambodia Corps, Inc., 915 Goebel Ave., Savannah, GA 31404. He may also be contacted via email at firstname.lastname@example.com. You can choose to sponsor a student, contribute a stated amount on a monthly basis or make a one-time donation.
CCi's web site is www.cambodiacorps.org <www.cambodiacorps.org. To obtain more information locally, contact Lund at 356-4043 or firstname.lastname@example.com.

subset: commoncrawl


text: Music LaxTrack: 5 & A Dime – Breaking Spring Thomas-Deane / April 6, 2012 Can 5 & A Dime do any wrong when it comes to making music? It seems that everything that they put out is just monstrous. Their newest single, Breaking Single is just another example of what we have come Continue Reading Share


text:
To be honest, not being an American I don't understand the politics going on with far left and far right.
All I can say is that Michael Jackson was a very talented guy, a perfectionist who made some great music but somewhere along the line he's lost the plot. Dangling his baby from a window, carving up his face , a suspect paedophile, it just all went downhill for him. I too believe he has some sort of mental illness and he shouldn't be allowed near underaged boys.


text:
Reducing deforestation in Indonesia will require taking on vested interests and tackling corruption.Forest Peoples' Program, an indigenous rights' group. "Supporters call it 'low-hanging fruit.' We could save a lot of carbon by just stopping deforestation, but what that really means is confronting these vested interests that do very well by deforestation. So REDD ends up being very high fruit. Governments are very reluctant to take the underlying policy reforms to actually reduce deforestation."
Experts warn that REDD money may be used to subsidize an expansion of processing capacity for palm oil and wood pulp.policy analyst at the Center for International Forestry Research and now an independent consultant, says the ministry's record of handling large sums of money should set off alarm bells for countries contributing REDD funds to Indonesia. Barr says the problems have continued well beyond the Suharto era, with several hundred million dollars from the reforestation fund being transferred to a highly opaque financial intermediary administered by the Ministry of Forestry, which was supposed to oversee development of timber plantations on previously logged land.
For REDD to work, transparency is critical in the verification of which areas are, and are not, being logged.Forest Trends are working with local partners on financial tracking mechanisms for REDD money. And since Norway will pay Indonesia based on its success in reducing CO2 emissions, the two countries will create by 2014 an independent international verification body to monitor deforestation. This will likely rely heavily on satellite and remote sensing technologies similar to those used for tracking deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon.
MORE FROM YALE e360
Sustainable Palm Oil:
Rainforest Savior or Fig Leaf?


text:
New York, NYUSA
August 9, 2012
No introduction yet
Help support your Meetup
Twice recognized by the New York Times, SALSA NEW YORK dance company brings spice to NYC by offering classes and social mixers to New Yorkers .Our 55-minute Group Classes give students a chance to learn Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Chacha, Shines, body movement and West Coast Swing
We work on a rotation basis which means it's never necessary to have a partner to learn any of the dances because we frequently rotate partners during each class.
Follow us on Meetup or on Salsanewyork.net to find out about our classes !
New York based spa and skin care sanctuary.
Dance is Life! Order your tee-shirt online at lifeisnow.nyc.
A free app to meet New Yorkers based on friendly interests.
Learn Spanish with salsa music!
10,068 Cooks & Foodies
8,165 Adventurers
7,964 The Bway Geniuses
4,926 Manhattan professionals
12,776 Friends
6,159 1001ers
Or sign up with email
Already a member? Log in.
Meetup members, Log in
By clicking "Sign up" or "Sign up using Facebook", you confirm that you accept our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy


text:
USAV CAP Offers Modules at World League Sites
Bill Kauffman
Manager, Media Relations and Publications
Phone: 719-228-6800
E-Mail: email@example.com
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (June 10, 2010) – The USA Volleyball Coaching Accreditation Program (CAP) will offer CAP modules at the two upcoming FIVB World League sites at Concord, N.C., and the Chicago suburb of Hoffman Estates, Ill.
There will be two CAP modules offered each of the three days at each site for a total of six modules. Cost is $100 for each day (two modules), $160 for two of the three days (four modules) or $210 for all six modules over the three-day clinic. To register for the Concord clinic, click here. To register for the Hoffman Estates clinic, click here.
"USA Volleyball's Education Department is committed to presenting coaching education opportunities at a variety of sites and events where coaches may be gathering," said USA Volleyball Director of Coaching Education Diana Cole. "The 2010 FIVB World League Tournament sites provide such opportunities for attending coaches to increase their knowledge of teaching and coaching the game, while learning more specifically about the game as it is played and coached on an international level. Attending coaches will receive information presented directly from the USA Men's National Team Staff as well as our experienced CAP cadre members instructing at each site. These CAP Module Clinics are unique opportunities for coaches in these areas to learn more about and get to know the USA Men's National Team and Staff that may not be available again. We encourage coaches to sign up for the Modules Clinic days and stay on for the matches!"
The U.S. Men's National Team will play Egypt June 18 and June 19 at Concord, while the Americans host Finland June 25 and June 26 at Hoffman Estates. All four matches will be played at 7 p.m. local time. For more information on the World League schedule and to buy tickets, click here. Match tickets are not included in the price of the CAP modules at the World League sites.
Cadre and clinicians for the Concord clinic will be Bill Neville (USA Volleyball National Coaching Education Commissioner and assistant coach on the 1984 U.S. Men's Olympic Team that won the gold medal), Alan Knipe (current U.S. Men's National Team head coach), Gary Sato (current U.S. Men's National Team assistant coach, assistant on 1984 Olympic Games gold-medal team and assistant on 1992 Olympic Games bronze medal team) and Aaron Brock (current USA Volleyball Director of Sports Medicine and athletic trainer for the 2008 U.S. Men's Olympic Team that won gold).
On June 17, check-in is at 3:30 p.m. as the first session is from 4-5 p.m. with a second session from 5-7 p.m. Check-in on June 18 is at 9 a.m. with the first session from 9:30-11:00 a.m. and the second session from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Check-in on June 19 is at 3:30 p.m. with sessions from 4-5 p.m. and 5-6:30 p.m.
For a detailed schedule for the Concord CAP modules, click here.
Cadre and clinician for the Hoffman Estates clinic will be Tom Tait (former Penn State men's volleyball head coach), Knipe, Sato and Brock.
On June 24, check-in is at 3:30 p.m. as the first session is from 4-5 p.m. with a second session from 5-7 p.m. Check-in on June 25 is at 9 a.m. with the first session from 9:30-11:00 a.m. and the second session from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Check-in on June 26 is at 3:30 p.m. with sessions from 4-5 p.m. and 5-6:30 p.m.
For a detailed schedule for the Hoffman Estates CAP modules, click here.
Both module clinics are open to all coaches. Non-USA Volleyball members can attend the clinic by signing up for a $25 'One-Event Membership' option during the online registration.
Each session is worth one CAP Module credit toward a new or re-certification. Credit toward a new certification must be applied to a CAP Course within 12 months of the clinic date or the credit will expire.


text:
Skip to comments.Shell extract helps rebuild pearly whites
Posted on 04/12/2013 8:25:59 PM PDT by neverdem
Researchers in China have shown that the organic component of mother of pearl can help repair damaged teeth, by acting as a template for the mineralisation of tooth enamel.
Tooth enamel is made up of rod-like crystals of hydroxyapatite, a calcium phosphate mineral. It is the hardest tissue in the body, but is susceptible to erosion by food and bacterial acids. Once gone, it never naturally reforms, and cavities must be fixed using manmade materials. Methods of artificially rebuilding enamel often involve extreme temperature, pressure or pH conditions that make them impractical for clinical use.
Researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Fujian Medical University, both in Fuzhou, are working towards a more feasible solution using the natural composite, nacre (mother of pearl), from the inside of mollusc shells.
Nacre is composed of layers of aragonite, a form of calcium carbonate, separated by an organic matrix of proteins and biopolymers called the Water Soluble Matrix (WSM). The WSM acts as a template for aragonite crystal growth during nacre formation, so the researchers thought it might also be able to influence the structure of hydroxyapatite crystals in enamel. They tested this using extracted human molars that had been deliberately damaged with a strong acid.
The teeth were immersed in a solution containing the isolated nacre WSM from mussel shells, along with calcium and phosphate ions, for three days. Scanning electron microscope images revealed that hydroxyapatite crystals with the correct shape and orientation formed on the surface of the tooth. The new enamel was also similar to the real thing in terms of smoothness and hardness. Without the WSM, the crystals that formed were randomly orientated.
Our study demonstrates that WSM is an effective template for hydroxyapatite remineralisation, says Zanyong Zhuang, one of the researchers involved. It is much cheaper and easier to extract than other protein templates, and is a natural agent that would be physiologically safe in clinical restoration.
Zhuang admits, however, that there are many other things to consider when dealing with teeth in situ. Paul Anderson from the Institute of Dentistry at Queen Mary University of London, UK, agreed that further experimentation is needed. This work is intriguing, he says, but the mechanism of enamel growth has been well studied, and the [template] mechanism proposed here seems to contradict that. Clinical enamel repair is still a very long way off.
X Li et al, CrystEngComm, 2013, DOI: 10.1039/c3ce26947g
"Once gone, it never naturally reforms,"
Hope someone can commercialize a process to rebuild enamel. It would be a great advancement.
The United Kingdom could use this badly. Too bad a Labour Government many decades ago outlawed dentistry.
I wonder if it will help this guy...........
Why do you say this is a myth. I realize you may be right. I had decay in a canine tooth. Finally I got a bad toothache and went to the dentist. He had to do a root canal, but there was a lot of calcified material in the root space. I wonder what would have happened if I had been unable to get a root canal, would this calcification have eventually filled the root space? I was taking calcium and other mineral supplements on a regular basis. Have they found recalcified teeth in primitive skeletons?
My guess is that the "process" will be to add it to toothpaste. Seems like the perfect vehicle to me...the mother of pearl component, plus carriers for calcium and phosphate (maybe just calcium phosphate itself). You don't get a huge exposure time for any one brushing, but over a lifetime.........
After all, today you have things like "Prevident" to HARDEN the surfaces of teeth...why not a toothpaste that can actually rebuild them.
if I had been unable to get a root canal, would this calcification have eventually filled the root space?
peak enamel theory
Your body is capable of continual recalcification of teeth. Why doesn't it happen?
Two reasons:
1) most toothpastes contain glycerine that coats teeth and prevents calcification that is naturally applied to the outside of a tooth.
2) it requires a diet or supplementation that produces enamel.
If you have further interest, here is a link to a product sold on Amazon as a supplement. You must also switch to brushing with either non-glycerine soap as a substitute for toothpaste, or try very, very hard to find a toothpaste without glycerine.
Good enamel to you!
Monosodium Phosphate for building enamel at Swanson's Vitamins
After this, your homework is to determine why root canals are bad for you...
In a pinch, I have brushed with baking soda.
Do you have an opinion on using baking soda and a supplement?
Aren't you using that latter one on the wrong end of the body ?
What the hell are you talking about?
Did I ask you a question?
During experimental periods of my life, I have brushed with Baking soda and peroxide, or with myrrh and some other herb, I think it was goldenseal. Would those combinations avoid the glycerine problem? Also is the link you provided the only answer to 2), or can you recommend other diet or supplementation to produce enamel?
I do not believe there is glycerine in any of the items you mentioned.
You will require sodium monophosphate. There are a number of companies who manufacture it. I believe the Swanson price is the cheapest. You need about a gram a day in some water. I do not know of another source, but perhaps there is one.
For $8, you don't have much to lose.
Not funny.
Thanks, I'll try it and maybe go back to baking powder.
When the shark bites...
Thanks neverdem.
I wonder about the nacre (mother of pearl) component. I was told how fragile nacre was (on cultured and natural pearls): never expose it to acid, it will damage the surface. Can you eat a salad with vinaigrette dressing and expect to keep teeth mended with this new process?
Do you have an opinion on using baking soda? - by gleeaikin
Beware - do research... Yes, it makes your teeth & mouth feel real clean & fresh.
However, one forum comment I read said that it is wearing down the enamel on your teeth, and to only use it once a week.
Ixquick the world's most private search engine - fwiw...
Baking soda teeth => There appears to be many positive responses, but I see this one:
Brushing Teeth with Baking Soda - Buzzle **
http://www.buzzle.com/articles/brushing-teeth-with-baking-soda.html - Proxy - Highlight
Brushing teeth with baking soda is touted to be the safest and the cheapest method of teeth whitening. However, chronic use of baking soda is also known to ...
"conduce wearing of teeth enamel. Benefits / Steps and Guidelines vs. Is Brushing Teeth with Baking Soda Bad? ... "
Click the Link! = ... and Vinegar / Strawberry / Hydrogen Peroxide / "baking soda doesn't kill bacteria " / more...
gleeaikin - Please see post 22, for TribalPrincess2U and gleeaikin, and all.
Thank you
Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.


text: LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE CURRICULAR GUIDE Building Maintenance Associate in Applied Science Degree Curriculum Code: 0211 (Effective Fall 1999 - Summer 2004) Building maintenance workers are required to maintain the aesthetic and structural integrity of buildings. These include houses, apartments and commercial, industrial and institutional buildings. They may be responsible for maintenance and upkeep of all mechanical, plumbing and electrical equipment, as well as grounds-keeping. They should also be versatile enough to do routine painting, drywall, plastering, woodworking, pool and lawn maintenance, as well as some custodial work. Building maintenance workers can either be self-employed or work for apartment complexes, hospitals, office complexes, hotels, schools, commercial buildings or restaurants. PREREQUISITES Students should see the "Course Descriptions" section of this catalog or the Course Schedule for course prerequisite information. Basic skills assessment and advising information may be found on page 8 of this catalog. GENERAL EDUCATION General education is an important part of this program and includes a mathematics competency requirement. To fulfill the mathematics competency requirement, students may need to complete specific coursework in mathematics. For information on how to fulfill all general education requirements, see page 22. INFORMATION Contact the Technology Careers Department, Gannon Vocational-Technical Center, Room 136, telephone number (517) 483-1336. REQUIREMENTS TOTAL: 59 CREDITS CODE TITLE CREDIT HOURS BLDR 101 Basic Woodworking 2 BLDR 132 General Home Maintenance 2 BLDT 121 Residential Framing 4 BLDT 126 Interior Carpentry 4 ELTE 100 Electrical Safety Practices 1 ELTE 112 Basic Wiring Installation 2 HORT 105 Pest/Problem Ornamental Plants 2 HVAC 100 Fundamentals of HVAC 3 HVAC 105 Sheet Metal Fabrication/Instal 2 HVAC 110 Applied Electricity I 2 HVAC 111 Applied Electricity II 2 HVAC 120 Heating I 4 HVAC 130 Air Conditioning I 4 HVAC 211 Schematics 3 HVAC 220 Heating II 4 HVAC 221 Introduction to Hydronics 3 HVAC 230 Air Conditioning II 4 HVAC 240 Refrigeration I 4 HVAC 241 Refrigeration II 4 LAND 133 Home Landscape Maintenance 3 LIMITED CHOICE REQUIREMENTS TOTAL: 12 CREDITS Complete the indicated number of credits from each CHOICE listed below. CHOICE 1: General Education Core Areas 12 Credits (See the "GENERAL EDUCATION" section above) Writing Core Area 3 Speech Communication Core Area 3 Science/Technology Core Area 3 Global Perspectives and Diversity Core Area 3 Mathematics Competency (See page 22 for information on how to fulfill this requirement) MINIMUM TOTAL 71 SUGGESTED COURSE SEQUENCE Students should see course descriptions to find out when departments plan to offer courses. Students who for any reason are unable to follow the course sequence suggested below (for example, those who are part-time, have transferred in courses from another school, or have prerequisites to fulfill) should contact an academic advisor or counselor for help with adjustments. I II III IV BLDR 101 ELTE 112 BLDR 132 BLDT 126 ELTE 100 HVAC 111 BLDT 121 HVAC 221 HVAC 100 HVAC 120 HORT 105 HVAC 230 HVAC 105 HVAC 130 HVAC 220 HVAC 240 HVAC 110 HVAC 211 Lim.Ch. LAND 133 Lim.Ch. Lim.Ch. Lim.Ch. V HVAC 241


text:
SCSU Now
Campus construction aids economy
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Construction at St. Cloud State is delivering a much-needed boost to the Central Minnesota economy.
A $6.5 million residence hall renovation completed in August, a $44.8 million science and engineering building set to break ground this fall, and a planned $31.1 million hockey center renovation create an economic multiplier effect that is boosting investment, consumer spending and employment, according to university officials.
The St. Cloud area is in a fragile recovery from the recession that began locally in the fall of 2008, according to the authors of the St. Cloud Area Quarterly Business Report, professors Rich MacDonald and King Banaian.
The construction sector in Stearns and Benton counties remains depressed. St. Cloud State economists Banaian and MacDonald report a 7 percent decline in construction employment between April 2010 and April 2011.
The largest of the campus construction projects, the $44.8 million Integrated Science and Engineering Laboratory Facility (ISELF), which could break ground as early as October. Construction will create 325 on-site jobs and a total of 961 off-site, direct and indirect jobs, according to Dan McKay of McGough, the St. Paul-based construction manager at-risk.
The smallest project, the recently completed $6.5 million renovation of the north wing of the Shoemaker residence hall, employed a Rogers general contractor and a dozen subcontractors from the St. Cloud area, according to Dan Pedersen, director of residential life. Read a story about the renovations.
An expanded and renovated National Hockey and Event Center (NHEC) is the south anchor of Fifth Avenue Live, a mixed-use development which promises to revitalize the eponymous boulevard that bisects St. Cloud's oldest areas.
The $31.1 million NHEC project will convert the two-decade-old hockey arena into a regional entertainment venue that can host hockey games, concerts, shows and other athletic events. Construction of the $14 million first phase could start in 2011, according to university officials.
<< Previous | Archive | Next >>


text:
Thursday, January 6, 2005, 1:00 p.m. and
Thursday, January 6, 2005, 1:00 p.m
Friday, January 7, 2005, 8:00 a.m.
The Commission meeting will begin at 8:00 AM , and proceed chronologically through the agenda. If you wish to receive written materials prepared for any of the agenda items, please contact the Director's Office in Salem at 503.947.6044 to request a packet for those items which interest you or see the agency's website at /agency/commission/minutes/schedule.htm.
A recess will be taken at 12:00 Noon , when the Commission will have lunch and may discuss matters of general interest. The public is welcome to attend, and an announcement will be made of the location of the lunch. At 1:00 PM , members of the public may bring unscheduled items before the Commission. The Commission will take this testimony for approximately 30 minutes. A time period of five (5) minutes will be allowed for each individual. Please notify the Director's Office at 503.947.6044. Early notification is requested but not required, the Commission will take testimony on a first come first serve basis.
If you wish to give testimony on any item scheduled on this agenda, please sign up on the sheets provided the day of the meeting. You will be called to testify by the Commission Chair. The Commission places great value on information received from the public, and wants to avoid arbitrary limits on the time or attention allocated to each witness. Therefore, persons desiring to testify or otherwise present information to the Commission are encouraged to:
(1) Provide written summaries of information to the Commission twenty (20 sets);
(2) Limit testimony to five (5) minutes, recognizing that substance, not length, determines the value of testimony or written information;
(3) Endorse rather than repeat testimony of other witnesses; and
(4) Groups or organizations wishing to testify should designate one spokesperson whenever possible.
Thank you for taking the time to present your views.
Materials delivered to the Director's Office sufficiently in advance of the meeting can be copied and distributed to the Commission. If you bring written materials to the hearing, please provide twenty (20) copies. If you have questions regarding this Agenda, please contact the Director's Office, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, 3406 Cherry Avenue, NE , Salem , OR 97303 , 503.947.6044.
Parking is available to anyone who attends the Commission meeting.
Reasonable accommodation, such as assistive hearing devices, sign language interpreters, and materials in large print or audiotape, will be provided as needed. In order to ensure availability, please contact the Director's Office at 503.947.6044 (voice) or 503.947.6339 (Salem TTY) at least 72 hours prior to the meeting to make your request.
|Updated August 13, 2012


text: Right now The Polar Express DVD is on sale for $6.98. Shipping is free for Prime members or with a purchase of $25 or more. This is the widescreen version of the film. Looking for the book The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg? It's also on sale right now for $9.98 in hardcover. That's almost 50% off and would make a great gift. (Thanks, Motherhood on a Dime!)


text:
The White Rabbit Experience
June 7, 2011
Challenge: Drive viewership for Alice, Syfy's reimagining of the classic Alice in Wonderland. Research showed the white rabbit was the most recalled icon from the classic, so Syfy's updated character became the focus of our multimedia adventure — The White Rabbit Experience. Alice exceeded expectations, becoming the highest-rated Sunday show night on Syfy since 2007.
Members Only Content
This content is available to ANA Members only. Please login below or create an account.
You may already be a member. Find out if your company is already an ANA member.


text:
We make our bike packing bags, duffles and bouldering mats at Alpkit HQ on the edge of the Peak District
We are committed to developing honest, great value, well thought through outdoor equipment. By selling high quality equipment at affordable costs and backing it up with a quality service we aim to combine the best attributes of both a retailer and specialist outdoor brand. We are not control freaks by any means but our pioneering approach does make us somewhat unique in this industry
Easy Returns
Free Returns
Easy Postage
Free Shipping
Made To Last
AK Alpine Bond
Tom is 11 and just loves riding his bikes with his dad, no matter what the terrain, no matter what the weather. Having completed 2 Strathpuffer 24hr races he has racked up the miles over the last few years. Driven to just enjoy being out, he has big plans as he looks to drag his dad along the 2,700+ miles of the Great Divide route later in the year
The Big Shakeout is a weekend of Adventure and Entertainment.There's an action packed programme of School of Adventure courses ready to introduce people to new sports or coach those who just want to brush up on their skills from wild swimming, fell-running and walking to caving, climbing, biking and bushcraft activitiesIn the evening there's great food, great music and talks, films and campfires.A not-for-profit event brought to you by Alpkit, Alpkit Foundation and Thornbridge Outdoors
23-25 September 2016A weekend of adventure and entertainment
Every month Alpkit donates 1% of its sales, a minimum of 10% of its annual profit, plus the proceeds from events such as the Big Shakeout to the Alpkit Foundation. The Alpkit Foundation is an independent charity registered with the Charities Commision (Reg No 1162585). Every pound donated to the Foundation will directly support outdoor activity.


text:
German Potato Salad
- 3 pounds new potatoes
- 1 yellow onion, quartered
- 1/2 pound bacon, diced
- 1 large red onion, diced
- 3/4 cup cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup canola oil or olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- 8 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
DirectionsWatch how to make this recipe.
Preheat the grill to high. Place potatoes in a large pot with the yellow onion and cover with cold water. Cook, on the grates of the grill, or on a burner, until tender. Drain, discard the onion, and cut the potatoes into cubes when cool enough to handle. Place the potatoes in a large bowl and cover to keep warm.
Place a large saute pan on the grates of the grill. Add the bacon and cook until crisp. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Add the red onion to the rendered bacon fat and cook until soft, about 3 to 4 minutes. Carefully add the vinegar and mustard and cook for 2 more minutes. Whisk in the oil and season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Add the hot dressing to the potatoes and toss gently to coat. Fold in the green onions and parsley. Season again with salt and pepper, to taste.
From Food Network Kitchen: This recipe has been updated and may differ from what was originally published or broadcasted.
Recipe courtesy of Bobby Flay
Cooking Tips
Pairs Well With
Rich, buttery white wine
- Find easy pairings for your favorite recipes, Bobby's perfect picks and party ideas.
More Recipes and Ideas
German Potato Salad
Recipe courtesy of Nancy Fuller
Oma's German Potato Salad
Recipe courtesy of Food Network Kitchen
German Potato Salad
Recipe courtesy of Anne Burrell


text:
Gardens & Flower BedsSee all
Composters & Rain BarrelsSee all
Wheelbarrows, Wagons & CartsSee all
More Categories in Gardening
Transform Your Home with Gardening
Gardens and plants are a great way to enhance the look and feel of your home. Whether you are planting a lush shade garden or a bright sun garden, you can get the gardening supplies and accessories you need with us. Browse our extensive gardening listings. Our range of great value gardening supplies will transform your home.


text:
Power Authority's Installation Of Buoys At Hinckley Reservoir Clears The Way For Opening Of Boat-Launch Ramp
Michael Saltzman
May 27, 2011
UTICA—The New York Power Authority (NYPA) announced Friday that reduced water levels at the Hinckley Dam and Reservoir made it possible to complete the installation of directional and warning buoys by the power dam spillway. This clears the way for the opening by NYPA of the nearby recreational boat-launching ramp for the Memorial Day weekend.
High reservoir levels had previously made it unsafe to undertake the seasonal installation of the buoys in the vicinity of NYPA's Gregory B. Jarvis Plant, a 9,000-kilowatt hydroelectric facility that straddles Oneida and Herkimer counties. But less than expected overnight rainfall and other factors, permitted a NYPA work crew to install the buoys this morning, though the reservoir levels still remain high.
The boat-launching ramp, to be opened to the public by Saturday, is located along the north side of the reservoir on Route 365. The Power Authority built it in 1985 as a recreational measure in connection with its construction of the Jarvis plant.
The launch consists of concrete planks extending 200 feet into the reservoir to permit easy access for boaters. Parking spaces are available for cars and boat trailers.
The Jarvis plant, which features two turbine-generators, began operating in 1986 and is named in honor of an astronaut from the Mohawk Valley who was killed that year aboard the space shuttle Challenger.
About NYPA:
■ The New York Power Authority uses no tax money or state credit. It finances its operations through the sale of bonds and revenues earned in large part through sales of electricity. ■ NYPA is a leader in promoting energy efficiency, new energy technologies and electric transportation initiatives. ■ It is the nation's largest state public power organization, with 17 generating facilities in various parts of New York State and more than 1,400 circuit-miles of transmission lines. ■ Approximately 80 percent of the electricity it produces is clean renewable hydropower. Its lower-cost power production and electricity purchases support hundreds of thousands of jobs throughout the state. ■For more information, www.nypa.gov.


text:
AMNH offers Museum-based courses through education and policy partnerships with several colleges and universities. These courses are developed in collaboration with the higher education partners and taught by teams of museum scientists and educators or by university and museum faculty.
Past Offerings
Explorations of Nature (SCIE 510)
May 28, 2015 - June 23, 2015
Graduate Course with Bank Street College of Education - an introduction to the scientific exploration of the natural world.
The Museum as a Resource For Teaching Science
February 7, 2015 - May 16, 2015
Graduate course with Lehman College - middle and high school teachers develop theoretical and practical perspectives on the use of museum exhibitions and resources for teaching science.
Informal Science Education - Teachers College (MSTC 4852 / CRN 51020)
January 24, 2015 - February 15, 2015
Graduate course with Teachers College - participants study the theory and practice of teaching natural and physical sciences (K-12) using informal, science-rich settings.
Science in the City Professional Development Seminar (EDUC BC 3050x)
September 5, 2013 - December 5, 2013
Undergraduate course with Barnard College - For students interested in urban education, science teaching, and science careers.
Visual Science Workshop - School of Visual Arts (HSD-3507)
September 5, 2013 - December 18, 2013
Undergraduate course with the School of Visual Arts - This course will explore the science of the tools that visual artists use.


text:
Your Cat, Your Life
The Scoop
Cat News, Politics
Meow-Out-Loud Humor
Cat Chic
Gear and Glam
Cat Breeds
Foods & Treats
Health & Care
Behavior & Training
Cat of the Day
Other pets in your family: Beckham | Daisy | Augie -- Our Angel | Little Emma | Perla -- My sweet angel | Fiona | Gabby | Hudson
Copyright © I-5 Publishing, LLC. All rights reserved.
Visit Dogster


text:
Perhaps we could draw more attention to it by moving the second round to a brand new thread. Brains? Your call - threads do tend to go off-topic after a couple of pages. Should we start a new thread for each rank?
The difference between genius and insanity is merely the difference between success and failure.


text:
Call to talk to one of our Parts Specialists
Up to 35% Off All Suspension Parts Plus an Additional 10% Off Duralo Shocks and Struts with Coupon Code DURALO
Home> 2014 Isuzu
2014 Isuzu N-Series Truck Parts
View As:
TIP-Type one keyword at a time.
No Results. Please clear the input box to view all cateogires.


text:
Potlock Menu Planning
From i3Detroit
- There will be two mealtimes: "lunch" at ~1pm and "dinner" at ~7pm, or whenever somebody starts cooking!
- Snacks of various kinds will be available throughout.
- Beverages will be BYOB since we've already got a supply of pop in the kitchen. This is a great opportunity to restock your favorites if they're running low!
- There is a grill at the space, right?
- If you have a crockpot, please consider using it! We don't have proper kitchen at the space, so crockpots and such will be helpful for supplying us all with hot food.
- Please avoid common allergens (or put them on the side) if they're optional in your recipe: nuts, dairy, wheat, etc.
Lunch Entrees
|Food Item
|Bringer of Food
|Tasty snack-ums yummies
|i3 detroit member #2342
|Vegetable platter with dips
|Dustin White
|Veggie Entree (?)
|<this could be you!>
Dinner Entrees
|Food Item
|Bringer of Food
|Chicken enchilada soup
mac and cheese, baked, 1 with onion/bacon, 1 without. both my 6 cheese special, half catering pan each. from steve h.
Snacks, Salads, & Sides
|Food Item
|Bringer of Food
|When? (lunch, dinner, or either/both)
|Avocado Dip
|Nate W
|Fruit Plate
|<this could be you?>
|Food Item
|Bringer of Food


text:
Place Your Order
About This Rod
Newly designed and updated, the Shimano Crucial Casting Rods offer the ideal actions, power and tapers for a range of bass worming and jigging applications. Now equipped with premium IM-10 graphite blanks, they are even lighter and more sensitive than ever before, and still provide the great Crucial feel that anglers have loved for years. Fuji Alconite Guides at Fuji Concept Spacing also offer increased line control and casting distance, and Alconite ceramic provides 80% greater compression strength, while remaining 20% lighter than other ceramic. Custom Shimano Reel Seats provide direct access to the rod blank, and combined with split grip handles and EVA grips help reduce weight even further. Offering top quality components at a reasonable price, the Shimano Crucial Casting Rods deliver tournament caliber performance.
Additional Features:
- Multi-Purpose Hook Keeper
- Etched Technique Badge Butt Cap
- Limited Lifetime Over-the-Counter Replacement Warranty
Customer Feedback
Comments: had a crucial 6'10" and snapped in half so no more, now I have a cumara and love it, save your money and buy a cumara and don't spend your money on these lower models
From: L@ke Murray lurker: CA
Comments: If you read one review on this rod let it be this one... This is by far the best rod for under 200 or even under 250 but that might be pushing it... For these reasons.. Great blank extremely sensitive. Next extremely dialed in for the application the drop shot rod is a dream. Spinning.. Next warranty lifetime what else could you want?? Outperforms the savvy duckett and whatever else under 225
From: Peter: MN
Comments: I' be had my crucial for over a year now for my drop shot rod and a crucial 7'11" for swimbaits and all can say is wow if anyone has an issue with this rod...you did something to break it. I've caught my personal best a 10 pounder on my drop shot rod. I throw heavy swim baits and umbrella rigs all day on my swimbait rod and never have any issues. My buddy has had his crucial for 3 years now and it's been through hell and back. So I don't know why people have issues with these rods they're light they're sensitive and they're consistent. And not too mention backed by shimanos warranty. And for the price of the crucial it's a no brainer. I have my shimano drop shot rod with a Stradic and my swimbait rod paired with a daiwa zillionaire. I love my set ups. Reliable reliable reliable.
From: Jay: San Diego CA
Comments: Not gonna lie these rods are not as light as my Powell Endurance rods and a little tip heavy but other than that these crucials are where it's at! They are ultra sensitive and the actions are so freaking dialed it's as spot on as a rod can be, which can't be said for the Endurance rods which are at least half a step down from what they're labeled as. Crazily comfortable to fish with all day and setting the hook with these things feels, weird to say, natural...plus they look really good on a core and the new chronarchs, which is always a plus despite what anybody might say!
From: Chris: Emory, TX
Comments: shimano's line up of dialed-in rods stops with the Crucial series, in my opinion. I prefer cork over EVA but these EVA grips do have their advantages. they never get dirty(in the grand scheme of things), when wet that don't feel slippery or slimey from sweat or anything, and they look nice and sleek depending on the rest of the blank. I am very pleased with these blanks and can't wait to get another.
From: Kurt: Emory, TX
Comments: Sick! This rod is freakin' awesome man! I've got two now, one crankbait and one JWR and they are so perfectly freaking dialed in it is unreal. I have yet to lose a fish using the recommended techniques within the recommended lure weights and pound test. Everything about these rods are top notch, yeah the longer and stiffer action rods are a bit tip heavy but the short ones are perfectly balanced(on a nice reel) and real light plus the most important...INCREDIBLY sensitive!!
Comments: I got a 7'6" crucial crankin rod a while back and got burnt out on it and ended up hating shimano rods and just sticking to their sick reels. Now all this time later, I really really really want another crucial, specifically the 7'2" MH/EF. Will be ordering shortly.
Comments: Broke mine while landing a 1 pounder on dropshot sticking with g.loomis and phenix rods
From: San Diego, CA
Comments: 7'2 MH XF just unboxed it, i got this rod for a steal during the 25% off bassmaster classic sale ($119.99), this rods looks very nice, all guides straight, no over epoxy or anthing like that. i threw on a lews speed spoolwith 30LB braid to 14LB Fluoro(the $99.99 one) and it balances out PERFECT. i love the way the reel seat is. its very clean and leave a huge space on the blank for literally all you fingers to touch. the EVA is nice & comfortable. just by pulling on the line with my hand this rod is nice tip to very strong backbone. cant wait to fish it. will submit another review on once i get out and use it.
From: David: WA
Comments: Words cannot explain how great these new rods are. I have the 7' 2" jig/worm in MH/Xf and it is amazing! Risiculously light and strong as a beast! For the price it is easily and by far the best rod i have ever used for plastic baits in cover.
From: Luis: Hardee County, FL
Comments: Broke my 2nd 7'2" MH F Crucial today snapped in half on a hookset... these rods have been letting me down.
From: Brad: Ottawa, Canada
Comments: I have the 7'2H, 7,7MH and am very disappionted with these new crucial rods. New handle concept is a good idea but all the ones I own are very tip heavy! Guides are HUGE compared to the Cumara's. I've been a die hard Shimano fan for a long time but I will steer clear of these new crucials. Hope in near future to see a new line of Cumara rods. I fish with nothing but Cumara rods for past two years now. Shimano says Crucial has same blank as Cumara now, but it's just not close to Cumara rods. Looking forward to a new generation of Cumara rods!
From: Big Bass Dude
Comments: I own 3 of the Jig rods. I was skeptical at first when Shimano introduced the new design. These rods are very high quality. Spend the money over the Compre and get Crucial. The 7'2 mh fast rod is the best utility rod in the line up. You can spend $80 more for a Dobyns Champion (great rods) but you wont get $80 more of a rod. Great buy.
From: Kevin: Redding, CA
Comments: I have the Crucial Casting Rod 7'2" Medium and its twice the road as my Cumara Cast Rod 7'2" Med Hvy . the Cumara has such a bad line drag in the top eye , its junk shimano needs to junk them out for they are no good. The Crucial is to me one of the best rods I own . I use this one for shakey head fishing and it is awesome .
From: Kevin: Johnson, KY
Comments: I have the 7'2 heavy model and the rod is great. Very light, sensitive, and balanced. I throw heavy football jigs and use rod for my big worms in deep water. This rod also makes a great all day pitching rod for heavy cover.
From: Toledo Bend, LA
Comments: Got the 6.9 MH X Fast to use as an all around bottom rod, I tossed 1 oz swimbaits most of the day, dead sticking and hopping. I also tossed jigs/swim jigs from 1 oz to 1/4 an oz, everything loaded great and I was able to get some great distance at every weight even with weightless senkos. The rod also had Great sensitivity to, I was using 12 lb test trilene big game line and could feel everything. It paired great and balanced perfect with my 50th anniversary zillion. Also this reel seat is vary comfortable I would compare it to the zion seats on the zillion rods witch also do not have exposed threads. Its worth every penny you will not be let down.
From: Chris: So Cal
Comments: Absolutely love my new crucial rod. I have the 7'2" Med Hvy X Fast. This is such a comfortable rod and very sensitive. I was very impressed with the new reel seat. Do not let the price trick you. This is a high end rod. Every bit as sensitive as the G-loomis IMX.
From: Duke: Winston-Salem, NC
Comments: Just picked up the 7' M. Phenominal rod...super light, balanced, and very sensitive. Action is perfect for small and medium sized topwater, cranks, and rip baits. The new reel seat design is great. I actually held off getting this rod for over a month because I didn't think it was going to be that great. It exceeded expectation. I hope the other models are as good!
From: Captain: Florida, USA
Comments: I have not had a chance to try this rod on the water yet, I love the new reel set and the shorter handles for pitching are great!!
From: Brian: Pittsburgh, PA
Comments: I'm a long time Shimano customer, and I have to admit, my first impression handling the new crucial was that it felt like a cheaper rod than the old ones. However, after fishing with it, I'm very satisfied. It's a very good rod for the price, and you wont find a better warranty. I got a 7'2" Heavy for jig fishing.
From: Andrew: East Texas
Comments: Im a long time shimano fan, i have had over 15 crucials, i was so excited about these rods, but i recently used a couple and sadly, they feel heavier and more plastic than the older ones. to me they feel like the skeet reese rods....kinda sad to say i'll go with powell rods for now
From: Clovis, CA


text:
Share your style: #myonepieceAdd Photo
Lewis Toggle GFCI Switchplate Item # C1784
Hot-Forged Solid Brass
$14.99 $25.00
This toggle and outlet configuration is common in newer bathrooms, and in the bathrooms of old houses following electric upgrades. You'll find that the addition of this handsome period-authentic piece upgrades your home's style, too.
- Hot-forged brass is especially rugged and long lasting
Replacing an old wall fixture that has a built-in outlet in its canopy? Expect to add a new GFCI outlet, too. If your bathroom is small, housing the switch and outlet in the same box will keep the sheetrock or plaster work to a minimum.
The Lewis family includes 20 configurations in all.
Product Specifications
Need to know all about the details of this product? Get the full set of specs right here.
Want to chat?
We'd love to help you pick the right product or answer any questions you may have. Try our or call us at 888-401-1900.
You May Also Like
Customer Service
Call us at 1-888-401-1900
More Information
Need assistance with handcrafted solutions? Call us at 888-401-1900, useor email customer service.
Lewis Toggle GFCI Switchplate
Hot-Forged Solid Brass


text:
Used Aixam cars for sale in Amersham
We currently have 0 used Aixam cars available in Amersham. With the widest range of private and trade Aixam cars available in Amersham, you have access to the biggest choice and the best prices.
Feel free to browse our selected vehicles, further refine your search, and find your perfect car.
Latest second hand Aixam cars for sale in Amersham
Sorry, it looks like we have no used Aixam cars available in Amersham
However we currently have: 2 Used Aixam cars available nationwide
Selection of the latest second hand Aixam cars for sale nationwide
|Showing 1 - 2 results
Aixam Crossline 0.5 GTR Super Luxe CVT 3dr
2010 (60 reg) Hatchback
Black Part leather interior, Alloy wheels, CD Player, Electric windows, Central locking, Folding rear seats, Radio, Parking aid. Metallic BLUE, If you have any questions please …
Aixam Crossline 0.5 D GT Super Luxe CVT 3dr
2011 (11 reg) Hatchback
**DISCOUNT AUTOTRADER OFFER PRICE £500 OFF NORMAL PRICE no lower Offers***Alloys*2 Keys*Parking Sensors**Diesel**20 BHP** 50mph max speed, Black Part leather interior, Alarm, …


text: Betina Lindsey is a shaman healer among us. Betina is here to pass on the old earth wisdom of intuitive healing transmitted to her by Andean, Mayan and Native American shamans, who have continued the ancient earth teachings. For the shaman, true healing is nothing less than an awakening to a vision of our healed nature. Betina has been facilitating individuals and groups for twenty years. Betina is the published author of Sacred Earth, Silent Angel: The Healing Energies of Zion Canyon. Betina is also founder of the Zion Canyon Native Flute School , and a Level VI Training in Power Graduate.


text:
Social Media: How We Got Here and Where We're Going Next
August 17, 2011
Boris Bauer and Angela Cason, TEMPO, discuss a framework for evaluating new social media applications and choosing the ones that best fit your business objectives.
Members Only Content
This content is available to ANA Members only. Please login below or create an account.
You may already be a member. Find out if your company is already an ANA member.


text:
Local family lives with defect, uncertainty
SHERBURN – Two-year-old Leo Heller has reached a milestone, and his parents are celebrating.
But it isn't one most of us would ask for.
Leo's milestone isn't that he is speaking in short sentences, or learning to sort shapes, common markers in a 2 year old's development.
His milestone is that he only has to have his heart checked once per year now.
"That is a big deal in the heart world," said his mom, Megan Heller.
Leo has a bicuspid aortic valve, a congenital heart defect.
Inside the heart are valves that regulate blood flow from the heart into the aorta, the major blood vessel that brings blood into the body.
Most people have three leaflets covering the valves to regulate the flow. Leo only has two. It is one of 40 congenital heart defects affecting children.
Nearly 1 in 100 babies are born with one, according to Lasting Imprint, a non-profit based in Mankato dedicated to creating a support system for families affected by congenital heart defects.
Congenital heart defects are the No. 1 birth defect, causing more infant deaths than all childhood cancers combined.
For the Hellers, their journey into the world of CHD began shortly after Leo was born during a routine heart check, one that revealed a heart murmur.
Five days later, the young family began a year of tests that held good and bad news. It confirmed that Leo had CHD, but also showed it wasn't getting worse as he grew.
"The rate of development in the first year is so rapid they have to keep checking it," Megan said.
The defect is currently not affecting his heart function, although there is always a chance his blood flow will become restricted and his heart valve could narrow.
Megan talks matter of factly about his chances of heart catheterization or valve replacement, but it wasn't something she expected during her pregnancy.
She said she knew about adults with heart problems, but she had no idea how prevalent it was in children.
"In the past 10 days I have met four families with children with heart defects locally," she said, this in addition to the several she already knows.
Megan is hoping to help others become aware of the problem and let them know there is a push to get more research into its cause.
Congenital Heart Defects Awareness Week, which began Thursday and runs through Valentine's Day, is an opportune time.
The city of Fairmont has made an official proclamation for the week, as has Gov. Mark Dayton's office.
Heller, along with several other local "heart families" are planning to take part in an "Our Community has Heart!" 5K, blood drive, and outreach event, on May 18 at Spring Lake Park in North Mankato to raise support and funds for CHD research.
For more information about CHD or Lasting Imprint, visit www.lastingimprint.org.


text:
Has anyone ever heard of a callback as it is related to the IBM i? I was
asked to explain a callback during an interview and I'd never even heard of
it. Can any of you explain to me what a callback is and how it is used?
I tried google but didn't get a good explanation.
Warmest Regards,
Richard Reeve
This is the Midrange Systems Technical Discussion (MIDRANGE-L) mailing list
To post a message email: MIDRANGE-L@xxxxxxxxxxxx
To subscribe, unsubscribe, or change list options,
visit: http://lists.midrange.com/mailman/listinfo/midrange-l
or email: MIDRANGE-L-request@xxxxxxxxxxxx
Before posting, please take a moment to review the archives
at http://archive.midrange.com/midrange-l.


text:
The Brennan House is the last remaining Victorian mansion along what was once a residential street in downtown Louisville. Located at 631 S. 5th, the house dates to 1868 and features original interior finishes, lighting and furnishings from the Brennan family's extensive personal collection. This authentic historical home harkens to a time when horse-drawn carriages clip-clopped through downtown and 5th Street was lined with similarly appointed residences that reflected the grace and style of wealthy urban families in the late 19th century.
The Brennan House was built by tobacco wholesaler Francis Slaughter Jones Ronald and purchased in 1884 by Thomas Brennan, a native of Ireland and prominent inventor. He and his wife, Anna, had eight children who occupied the home through 1969. Today it houses the nonprofit advocacy organization Preservation Louisville Inc., whose mission is to protect and promote the cultural, architectural and environmental heritage of our community. Its stewardship of the Brennan House exemplifies this mission.
The three-story townhouse is constructed in the Italianate style withsix bedrooms, 16-foot ceilings, stained-glass windows, expansive veranda, hand-carved marble and slate mantels, crystal chandeliers and walls lined family portraits. Rooms are filled with an entirely original family collection including massive, hand-carved dining room and bedroom furniture, an ornate silver service, steamer trunks with memorabilia from world travels, and a library lined with richly-bound volumes. One son - Dr. J.A.O. Brennan - added an office, waiting room and exam room to the north wing of the house in 1912 which remains intact, including exam table, equipment and medical volumes dating to the early 20th century.
Today The Brennan House Historical Home and Gardens remains virtually untouched since Victorian times, an oasis amid a bustling21st century backdrop. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the Brennan House and Gardens is available to rent for weddings, private Event Space and Event Venues, corporate events or meetings in louisville.
ToursThe Brennan House Historic Home is not open for daily public tours. The mansion is available for group tours by appointment, with a requested minimum of at least 10 per party. Our staff is happy to schedule a group tour at anytime, please call 502.540.5145 or email firstname.lastname@example.com to schedule a tour. Please see Education for more information about our educational tours for children and school groups.
RentalsWith its grand staircase, Tiffany desk lamp and polished antiques,the Brennan House Historic Home and Gardens is a magical venue for intimate gatherings and an impressive private event space for corporate functions and events. Both the house and grounds may be utilized for up to 200 people. A gazebo and cast iron fountain will make a garden ceremony the wedding of your dreams. Please see Rental Info for more information.
EventsPlan your own special event at The Brennan House or attend one of the regularly scheduled events sponsored by Preservation Louisville Inc. including training programs offered through the Hands-On History series, Tax Credit Workshops for state and federal historic rehabilitation tax credits, and Victorian Holiday tours.
Become a member now or visit Preservation Louisville's website for more information.
The Brennan House is available for group tours by appointment!


text:
0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic.
Let's hear the sauce recipes. I'm especially interested in the no cook red sauce. My sauces are always hit & miss, so that's the one area where I could use some advice.Steve
Same-day doughs are quite common among pizza operators, but with all due respect, it is doubtful that one can achieve the same crust flavor profile as one based on a dough that has been cold fermented for 24 hours or more, and particularly beyond 24 hours.
I already make a really good "white" pizza. It's my version of a Pesto Primo pizza from Paggliacci's Pizza in Seattle.


text:
Share your Food
Share your Food
Fatima Nayani September 21, 2014 No Comments
About The Author
Blogger, Youtuber, Foodie, Moody, Internet addict, Yep that's me. To know more about me, connect with me on social media. And to know why I created this blog, head towards the about page (http://www.healthbeautyandfood.com/about/)


text:
Club Notes (Nov. 27)
November 26, 2005
El Portal
THE NSDAR El Portal Chapter met at 10 a.m. on Nov. 12 at 104 E. 17th in Portales. The hostess was Carolyn Thompson. The program subject was Washington, D.C. Regent Wanda Dunn presided over the meeting. Members present were Cori Snobble, Carol Nash, Vicky Stratton, Wanda Dunn, Bess Jones, E. C. Shaeffer, Claudia Prince, Linda Essary, Neva Steele, Jessie Starauch, Linda Baldock and Carolyn Thompson.
A memorial service was held for Annie Sarabeth Steele, who passed away Oct. 20, 2005.
Opening rituals followed. Minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. The treasurers report was given.
Wanda and Carol Nash are working on getting our meeting announcements and highlights printed in both Portales and Clovis newspapers.
Judges will be needed for the American history essays.
The vote to accept Millie Roach as a member was unanimous. Treva Steele Kline's name was presented for membership. Next year, 2006, will mark El Portal Chapter's 75th anniversary.
Wanda Dunn presented information about the 2006 Junior Membership Doll, and about the State Regent's cookbook project. Recipes need to be sent to Wanda Dunn by Dec. 5.
Carolyn Thompson served refreshments and presented an interesting slide show about the White House.
The next meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 10 at The Territorial Restaurant in Portales. The program will be the Christmas dinner. The dinner will require formal dress.


text:
New Markdowns
view full screen
Short Inseam Narrow Leg Pant
Style: 570092552
Out of Stock
Buttons and belts are for another day. Slim-leg pants with a soft drape let you relish the day in unrestricted comfort. They're slim under tunics for casual Fridays—relaxed with tees and tanks after hours.
- Jersey knit is cool and lightweight, with a lush softness unlike any other knit.
- 2" elasticized contour waistband. Narrow, straight leg.
- 28" inseam.
- Regular 30.5 " inseam available, style 570084643.
- 95% rayon, 5% spandex. Machine wash. Imported.
- Live. Lounge. Wear. Our collection of luxuriously soft separates you'll love spending the day in.
Read more… Read less…


text:
Issue Brief #3785 on United Nations
November 28, 2012
November 28, 2012 | Issue Brief on United Nations
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), a United Nations specialized agency, will host the World Conference on International Telecommunications (WCIT) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, December 3–14. The purpose of this conference is to reach consensus among the 193 ITU member states on updating the 1988 International Telecommunications Regulations (ITRs) governing international telecommunications.
Some countries have proposed granting the ITU more authority over the Internet and making other changes purportedly for such goals as enhancing cybersecurity, reducing costs for developing-country consumers, and increasing investment by telecommunications providers. However, many of these seemingly benign proposals could undermine the Internet freedoms that are essential to spurring economic development and protecting human rights. The U.S. should oppose these efforts.
The ITU, founded in 1865 as the International Telegraph Union, has long served as the main multilateral coordination body for telecommunications regulators around the world. Until recently, the ITU's work was relatively noncontroversial, focused primarily on setting technical standards and administering the framework for international allocations of revenues in a world dominated by monopoly telephone carriers, often government owned.
In the past 25 years, however, the communications world has been turned upside down. The Internet and wireless technologies have vastly expanded access to information and markets, undercutting the power of domestic phone companies—and often the governments behind them—through increased private competition and rapid innovation. The ITU has struggled to define its role in this new environment.
Based on unofficial leaked reports, the proposals being considered for discussion at the WCIT are a hodge-podge of technocratic-sounding changes in the current ITRs. While many are ambiguous, there is good reason for concern. Among them:
This is only a small sample of the recommendations that will be considered in Dubai. As of September, 124 documents containing some 450 separate recommendations had been submitted to the ITU for consideration at the WCIT.[3] Due to the opaque nature of the ITU's planning process, the content of many of these proposals is not publicly known. Much of what is known, in fact, comes from leaked documents posted at a site called Wcitleaks.org.
Individually, many of these proposals are troubling. Together, they point to a more fundamental problem. The ITU, led by a vocal cadre of member states, is trying to expand its ambit from facilitating relationships, cooperation, and smooth interoperability among domestic telephone companies to global Internet rule maker. At a time when competition should be making it less relevant, it is expanding its turf. At best, this is unnecessary, as the Internet is doing quite well under the current framework. At worst, the expansion will allow the U.N.—parent organization of the ITU—to stifle the Web.
Concern over the ITU has inspired strong bipartisan opposition in the U.S. In August, the House of Representatives unanimously passed (414–0) H. Con. Res. 127, introduced by Representative Mary Bono Mack (R–CA), which endorsed the current multi-stakeholder governance model and urged the Administration to "clearly articulate…the consistent and unequivocal policy of the United States to promote a global Internet free from government control."
Senator Marco Rubio (R–FL) introduced a similar version of this resolution (S. Con. Res. 50) that passed the Senate by unanimous consent on September 22.
The Obama Administration has also made strong statements in defense of the current multi-stakeholder system and opposition to the more worrisome proposals on the agenda:
[T]he United States will not support proposals that would increase the exercise of control over Internet governance or content. The United States will oppose efforts to broaden the scope of the ITRs to empower any censorship of content or impede the free flow of information and ideas.[4]
The U.S. priority at the WCIT should be to maintain the broad, light regulatory regime that has facilitated Internet and mobile technology innovation and proliferation. Although the stated goal of the WCIT is to arrive at a consensus agreement that all ITU member states can support, the ITU itself anticipates that this might not be possible and, in a leaked document, outlined several possible outcomes in which consensus is not reached.
Retaining the current ITRs is preferable to balkanization. The U.S. should insist that a consensus be required in Dubai and, if that proves impossible, suggest that further negotiation is preferable to a fractured agreement. After all, the Internet has demonstrably prospered under the current system, and the proposals for older communications technologies are mostly cosmetic.
Having established this framework, the U.S. should then be careful not to let the momentum of negotiation lead it to accept undue interference with Internet freedom. The U.S. should articulate clear red lines and, if they are crossed, be willing to walk away. It should state unequivocally that it will not sign or ratify any new agreement that:
No system of Internet governance is perfect, including the current system, which many countries resent because of a perceived dominance by the U.S. However, the strong growth of the Internet in recent decades and the economic growth resulting from that development show that the laissez-faire arrangement of the current system should be defended. The U.S. must articulate clear red lines and, if they are crossed, be willing to walk away. Protecting the vitality and viability of the Internet is preferable to signing on to a compromise agreement that violates key principles and undercuts the framework that has contributed to its success.
—Brett D. Schaefer is Jay Kingham Fellow in International Regulatory Affairs in the Margaret Thatcher Center for Freedom, a division of the Kathryn and Shelby Cullom Davis Institute for International Studies, and James L. Gattuso is Senior Research Fellow in Regulatory Policy in the Thomas A. Roe Institute for Economic Policy Studies at The Heritage Foundation.
Show references in this report
[1]Center for Democracy and Technology, "Security Proposals to the ITU Could Create More Problems, Not Solutions," September 6, 2012, https://www.cdt.org/files/pdfs/Cybersecurity_ITU_WCIT_Proposals.pdf (accessed November 27, 2012).
[2]International Telecommunication Union, "Revision of the International Telecommunications Regulations—Proposals for High Level Principles to Be Introduced in the ITRs," June 6, 2012, http://files.wcitleaks.org/public/ETNO%20C109.pdf (accessed November 27, 2012).
[3]ITU, "World Conference on International Telecommunications," slideshow, http://www.slideshare.net/ITU/myth-busting-presentation#btnPrevious (accessed November 27, 2012).
[4]U.S. Department of State, "U.S. Contributions to the World Conference on International Telecommunications (WCIT-12)," August 3, 2012, http://www.state.gov/e/eb/rls/othr/telecom/196031.htm (accessed November 27, 2012).


text:
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Sakura, window shopping, Pinterest
36 comments
You are so cute Kristine, . I read your blog ever since you made a comment to my blog a while ago but sorry for hardly comment again. I got ask to give kreativ blogger award out and it has to be you! Please check it out on: http://mybunnyhop.blogspot.com/2011/04/i-was-awarded-for-kreativ-blogger-award.htmlReplyDelete
with love ♥
Oh gosh. So many things I love about this outfit. And I can't wait to see some cherry blossom pictures! I'm from right outside D.C. and I loved the cherry blossom festival, so I can't imagine how much better it is in Japan!ReplyDelete
Wow that's super exciting! You should try just getting one article of clothing you find there and try as many combinations as possible. That way you learn all about your one piece :) I'm really excited for you and the fashion adventures you'll have in japan. :) And ahhh, the cherry blossoms must look super gorgeous!ReplyDelete
- Caroline (keepcalmandstyleon.blogspot.com)
- carlottaFebruary 3, 2012 at 1:37 PM
honestly? i've never been that interested in japan, but reading about your adventures makes me want to visit. seriously. and yes, you must post the pictures of the cherry blossoms along the river! i'm dying to see them ;)ReplyDelete
I love your adventures in Japan, keep the pictures coming! (I'm living vicariously through them) lol :)ReplyDelete
Such an adventure! I'm excited to see you try out some new pieces! I know you'll be able to mix and match any piece and make it your own. =)ReplyDelete
-Erin (keepcalmandstyleon.blogspot.com)
- VikkibabbeyFebruary 3, 2012 at 1:37 PM
cute outfit(= love your shoes!ReplyDelete
- WhitneyFebruary 3, 2012 at 1:37 PM
I used to live in Japan so I totally understand your dilemmas! I always ended up buying a lot of cute clothing that I never wore but sure sis look cute in my closet :) And YES the dollar stores are impossibly wonderful!ReplyDelete
My my, I can't imagine how many little $1 things you can walk out with. Possibly even 100 USD? :)ReplyDelete
Just Better Together
I love hearing about your new adventures in Japan. Please don't ever stop sharing. :]ReplyDelete
Man. But just imagine how awesome your wardrobe is gonna be when you figure it out! I say experiment a little. See what feels right to you. It all looks great! But when you put it on and wear it, you'll probably be able to tell pretty quickly if it's not for you.ReplyDelete
You should get one of those clocks & put it on your sidebar, so we know what time it is in Japan, haha.ReplyDelete
I'm in love with the dollar store down the street from my house, but I can't even imagine how fun the ones over there must be!ReplyDelete
- Chloe_rushworthFebruary 3, 2012 at 1:37 PM
This is my complete fave outfit of yours ever ever ever! Love the headband.ReplyDelete
C x
Fitting in well fashion-wise! I've been living in Kobe/Osaka for the last couple of years and have really noticed that while the shops have lots of things in lovely colours, people rarely wear them. It also looks like the sakura are just starting up in Toyama (http://sakura.yahoo.co.jp/spot/list/16.html) so make sure you enjoy it because after that it's the hydrangeas and rain, rain, sticky rain until summer.ReplyDelete
Yeah, I live in Higashi-Toyama. I think you live near us. :)ReplyDelete
- moniquearielleFebruary 3, 2012 at 1:38 PM
I am SO excited to see how your style evolves from the Japanese influence. Looking forward to being inspired. :)ReplyDelete
It will be interesting to see what Japanese fashion you incorporate into your wardrobe! I used to be really into Japanese street fashion when I was in high school and I can definitely see you rocking it!ReplyDelete
I love your head scarf/headband! The little bow on the top is cute!
- LifeincurlFebruary 3, 2012 at 1:38 PM
I love scarfs tied on the head!ReplyDelete
I think you could like this outfit: http://lifeincurl.blogspot.com/2011/02/its-rainy-day-and-i-make-e-shopping.html
- JennhobbsFebruary 3, 2012 at 1:38 PM
i absolutely adore this outfit. so cute.ReplyDelete
Hiii!! It´s my first time here and I´m loving the looks!! I´m following you now and I hope you can make me a visit.XOXOReplyDelete
just came across your blog. LOVE this outfit. the scarf in your hair just pulls it all together.ReplyDelete
I know right! It's kinda strange during my first months here but I got used to it. I love to be here even though there are so many challenges especially learning Japanese. がんばってね! :)ReplyDelete
I love that coat! And, I think I keep telling you this, but I'm so excited to see how your style evolves. Maybe the rest of us bloggers will catch on and we'll change the world! :)ReplyDelete
Love the outfit! Btw, does your husband teach English in Hokubu Junior High? My sister studies there and she said she'd seen him in school. :)ReplyDelete
Darling, as per usual.ReplyDelete
I frequently see your outfits on Pinterest!
Freckles in April | a modest fashion and lifestyle blog
i bet the dollar stores in japan are amazing! i already love the few I've been to here in the U.S. Let me just say, I'm loving reading along about your adventure in Japan. My husband and I were going to teach abroad in the JET program in Japan next year, but things aren't following through as expected. So for now I'm living vicariously through your lovely posts. Thank you for that! :)ReplyDelete
- Katherine BecksteadApril 23, 2013 at 7:14 PM
so excited to see more of your adventures in japan! :)ReplyDelete
I am loving all these Japanese tidbits! So fun to learn about other cultures. I bet you will fit great in all the clothes there- you're so itty bitty!ReplyDelete
umm bandana sisters? yeah? excellentReplyDelete
Favorite outfit ever!ReplyDelete
I love everything about your outfit today, especially your headscarf! Other cultures give me shopping envy.ReplyDelete
- yajairaApril 23, 2013 at 7:14 PM
love the sandalsReplyDelete
I love this outfit! Lots of basics but your bow is adorable! Enjoy having lots of new fashion choices!ReplyDelete
I love your blog! Please check out mine and follow if you'd like :)ReplyDelete
I have some SUPER similar shoes. I only wear heels if I have to though. they make me so huge:(ReplyDelete


text:
Clare Kines is a retired Mountie and a failed businessman, which apparently qualifies him to be the Economic Development Officer for Arctic Bay Nunavut. Raised in Manitoba, Clare has lived in three provinces and two territories, managing to get kicked out of all them except this last one. So far. He has had a lifelong love of nature, never growing out a child's curiosity. Given a Peterson's guide by his grandfather, he made birds a big part of that love. He's led tours to the high Arctic and Cuba, and writes probably the most northerly blog in the world, The House and other Arctic musings. He considers himself the luckiest man alive, having found great love twice in his life. His first wife, Janice, passed away in 1996. After moving north he met and fell for Leah. They have two fantastic children. He lives in an incredibly beautiful, magical part of the world - a place few people get to know.
Welcome to 10,000 Birds! Learn more about our site, Mike, Corey, or our awesome team of Beat Writers.
Be sure to browse our extensive galleries, species accounts, and book and product reviews. Feel free to contact us and don't forget to subscribe!
© 2013 10,000 Birds. All words, images, and opinions are the property of their respective authors unless stated otherwise.


text:
|This is the design that she came up with to embroider on my sons pillow case.
These are very handy to grab and go as you run out the door to Nana's house knowing that your child has everything on hand without having to pack a bag. Also this brings comfort to the child as they have the familiarity of something from home. Great also for school camps as they are hard to loose with their name on it.
The pouch also provides a secret hideaway for spending money.


text:
We'd love to speak with you! Call us 8AM to 5PM [Pacific Time] Monday-Friday and 9AM to 5PM Saturday.
Email us 24/7. We usually reply the same day to all inquiries. We respond to email messages in the order that they are received, and will respond to your email as quickly as possible.
I heart the Los Angeles Lakers pendant is made of polished 14kt yellow gold. Item height: 3/4in. Officially licensed NBA merchandise. Made in USA by silled artisans. Fits up to a 3mm wide chain. We use expensive metal molds and injected plastic patterns to give us repeatable and highly detailed castings. Then, each piece is hand filed and polished to give it a handsome finish.


text:
I joined our GFX+Layout teams for a workweek in Vancouver. Since profiling is most effective on slow machines, I brought along my trusty Acer Aspire 722(slow 1.3ghz CPU+ fast GPU) as my primary laptop. This hardware is great because the combination of a weak CPU + decent GPU means that if we accelerate things right the browser can perform quite well and if we don't, things get really slow. (analogous situation exists when fast CPUs are matched with slow GPUs).
In the beginning of the week I quickly demoed menu lag, slow gmail tab switching(811472). Later in the week we looked at problematic Facebook tab switch times (811474), Australis(see Matt's post) performance. By the end of the week tab switching improved by over 2x for both facebook and gmail. I don't have exact figures because while we can measure general tab switch trends via telemetry, there isn't a convenient way to do it on individual browsers yet. Help wanted: would be great if someone could do up a barebone addon to monitor tab switching in bug 812381, we'll fill in the rest.
Jeff Muizelaar started out by speeding up checkbox drawing in bug 809603. Matt Woodrow sped up gmail by tweaking how we use layers in bugs 811927, 811570.
Matt made sure that we no longer draw layers with opacity of 0 in bug 811831. Turns rendering lots of invisible text can be expensive.
Workweeks are a more about communication than getting code landed, so it is impressive that Jeff, Matt and their reviewers managed to diagnose, fix, review, land such significant optimizations in a couple of days. My laptop of pain feels much faster already.
In the coming weeks expect to see smoother tab switching, smoother animations, lower profiling overhead as we work through issues discussed during the workweek.


text:
Aura is very clean and minimal one page portfolio website for creatives.
- Desktop, Tablet & Mobile versions.
- Layered PSD file is included.
- Super Minimal Design.
Please don't forget to rate my design after purchase.
Feel Free to contact me if you have any questions regarding my Themes/Templates. I'd be glad to Help.