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Cleft lip and cleft palate are birth abnormalities of the mouth and lip. These abnormalities affect about one in every 700 births and are more common among Asians and certain groups of American Indians than among Caucasians. They occur less frequently among African-Americans. Cleft lip and cleft palate occur early in pregnancy when the sides of the lip and the roof of the mouth do not fuse together as they should. A child can have cleft lip, cleft palate or both. Cleft lip and cleft palate together are more common in boys. It is also important to know that most babies born with a cleft are otherwise healthy with no other birth abnormalities.
There are different names given to the cleft lip according to its location and how much of the lip is involved. A cleft on one side of the lip that does not extend into the nose is called unilateral incomplete. A cleft on one side of the lip that extends into the nose is called unilateral complete. A cleft that involves both sides of the lip and extends into and involves the nose is called bilateral complete.
Cleft lip and cleft palate may occur together in an infant, or separately. The degree of the abnormality of both cleft lip and cleft palate can vary greatly. The most common early problem associated with these abnormalities is feeding your baby. What causes cleft lip and cleft palate?
The exact cause of cleft lip and cleft palate is not completely understood. Cleft lip and/or cleft palate are caused by multiple genes inherited from both parents, as well as environmental factors that scientists do not yet fully understand. When a combination of genes and environmental factors cause a condition, the inheritance is called "multifactorial" (many factors contribute to the cause). Because genes are involved, the chance for a cleft lip and/or cleft palate to happen again in a family is increased, depending on how many people in the family have a cleft lip and/or cleft palate. If parents without clefts have a baby with a cleft, the chance for them to have another baby with a cleft ranges from 2 to 8 percent. If a parent has a cleft, but no children have a cleft, the chance to have a baby with a cleft is 4 to 6 percent. If a parent and a child have a cleft, the chance is even greater for a future child to be born with a cleft. Genetic consultation is suggested.
The symptoms of these abnormalities are visible during the first examination by your infant's physician. Although the degree of the abnormality can vary, upon inspection of the mouth and lips, the abnormality can be noted, as there is an incomplete closure of either the lip, roof of the mouth, or both.
Beyond the cosmetic abnormality, there are other possible complications that may be associated with cleft lip and cleft palate, including the following:
The most immediate concern for a baby with cleft palate is good nutrition. Sucking for children with a cleft palate is difficult because of the poorly formed roof of the mouth. Children with just a cleft lip (without a cleft palate) do not routinely have feeding difficulties. The following are suggestions to help aid in the feeding of your infant:
There may be many people involved in management of a cleft abnormality for your child, because the skills of many different areas are needed to help with the problems that can occur with cleft abnormalities. The following are some of the members of the team:
Treatment for these abnormalities includes surgery and a complete team approach to help with the multiple complications that can occur. Specific treatment will be determined by your child's physician based on:
For most infants with cleft lip alone, the abnormality can be repaired within the first several months of life (usually when the baby is 10 to 12 pounds). This will be decided by your child's surgeon. The goal of this surgery is to fix the separation of the lip. Sometimes, a second operation is needed.
Cleft palate repairs are usually done between the ages of 9 to 18 months, but before the age of 2. This is a more complicated surgery and is done when the baby is bigger and better able to tolerate the surgery. The exact timing of the surgery will be decided by your child's physician. The goal of this surgery is to fix the roof of the mouth so that your child can eat and learn to talk normally. Sometimes, a second operation is needed.
At your first visit with the plastic surgeon, he/she will discuss with you the details of the surgery, risks, complications, costs, recovery time, and outcome. At this time, your child's surgeon will answer any questions you may have.
Your child may be irritable following surgery. Your child's physician may prescribe medications to help with this. Your child may also have to wear padded restraints on his/her elbows to prevent him/her from rubbing at the stitches and surgery site.
Stitches will either dissolve on their own or will be removed in approximately five to seven days. Specific instructions will be given to you regarding how to feed your child after the surgery. The scar will gradually fade, but it will never completely disappear.
During the surgery, and for a short time after surgery, your child will have an intravenous catheter (IV) to provide fluids until he/she is able to drink by mouth. For a day or two, your child will feel mild pain, which can be relieved with a non-aspirin pain medication. A prescription medication may also be given for use at home.
Your child's upper lip and nose will have stitches where the cleft lip was repaired. It is normal to have swelling, bruising, and blood around these stitches.
This surgery is usually more involved and can cause more discomfort and pain for the child than cleft lip surgery. Your child's physician may order pain medicine to help with this. As a result of the pain and the location of the surgery, your child may not eat and drink as usual. An intravenous (IV) catheter will be used to help give your child fluids until he/she can drink adequately.
Your child's physician may allow breastfeeding, bottle-feedings, or cup feedings after surgery. Your child should be placed on a soft diet for seven to 10 days after surgery. For older infants and children, age-appropriate soft foods may include strained baby foods, popsicles, yogurt, mashed potatoes, and gelatin. Note: your child should not use a straw or pacifier, as both could damage the surgical repair.
Your child can walk or play calmly after surgery. He/she should not run or engage in rough play (i.e., wrestling, climbing) or play with "mouth toys" for one to two weeks after surgery. Your child's physician will advise you when your child can safely return to regular play.
Follow-up with your child's surgeon and the cleft team is very important. This will be discussed with you. Your child's physician will also be an important part of the child's overall health management after the surgery.


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1. When a person angrily writes off a sports team (after they've gone down by a seemingly insurmountable score or have given up some late points), only to have said team come back and win the game in an amazing fashion.
2. A type of superstitious reverse curse.
2. A type of superstitious reverse curse.
Holy shit dude, after the Braves went down 4-0 to the Giants in game 2 of the NLDS, I posted on Facebook that they were finished! But then they came from behind and won it in extra innings! I totally rally jinxed them!
by Scot Daftest October 08, 2010
The vengeful act of crapping on a lover's chest while they sleep.Buy the plush

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Seneca has introduced the xVault xNVR100 OnSSI video surveillance solution, which combines the Seneca xVault xNVR100 (Network Video Recorder) and OnSSI's flagship Ocularis PS VMS software.
This platform was designed for single site surveillance or distribution across multiple remote sites. Available in IP and hybrid configurations, it provides video recording, client viewing and mobile viewing in a single solution to reduce complexity and total cost of ownership.
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This product features the ability to manage video received from cameras connected to multiple recording servers with central management servers; scalable hardware and software to reduce costs and tailor to the specific project; flexible archiving with multiple archiving instances per day to local storage devices; and an optimized hardware solution designed for OnSSI Ocularis PS software platform.


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By Vince Vawter
Genre: Realistic fiction
Number of pages: 240
What's the basic story line?
Living with a stutter can be very hard, especially when you have so much to say.
Little Man takes on his best friend's paper route for the summer, but has no idea that it will change his outlook forever. His unexpected adventure leads him to newfound friends, problems, and worries. The paper route even puts his life in danger. The reader follows Little Man as he navigates these events.
Are the characters believable?
The author subtly reveals the different perspectives of the characters in the story. The characters are relatable, and I found myself rooting for them the whole way through.
On a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being best), how would you rate this book?
I would rate this book a 6. It tells an interesting story, providing insight into the life of someone in a unique situation.


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The latest in the "the Brewers have no long-term plan" theme, they missed out on re-signing Corey Hart today. Hart would have been a nice option for first base this year, but oh well. So, now what?
Really, only two things should be options for the Brewers.
The first is to make a big play for a true difference maker at first base. Considering they really have no trade chips left at the big league level (that they're willing to move, anyway), and that their farm system is bad, this isn't a viable option. No point in dwelling, then.
The only other option should be to make due with what they have. They could platoon Sean Halton and Juan Francisco. They could give Mat Gamel a shot, which would be very cheap. While doing this, they could wait and see if Hunter Morris turns into anything (I have just about no hope for Morris, but that's another story).
My preference would actually be to move a current starter to first base. Either Aramis Ramirez or Ryan Braun would benefit from a move to first base, as it would help them stay healthy. Between Caleb Gindl, Logan Schafer, Kentrail Davis, or other cheaply acquired corner outfielders, they could fill right field.
Either make a huge move for a true difference-making first baseman, or make due with what you have. Those are the only two viable options.
So why, then, does it feel like they're about to do neither?
I am bracing myself for the Brewers to do something foolish, like giving James Loney a multi-year contract, or trading young pitching for Ike Davis. Neither one would make sense given the talent level of the team, but both fit perfectly with the M.O. of the Mark Attanasio regime.
Trading for Ike Davis wouldn't be a bad move if the Brewers were one more hitter away from true contention. But, much like with the acquisition of Kyle Lohse last year, that isn't the case. Giving up someone like Tyler Thornburg for Davis would be a dumb move.
Similarly, signing James Loney to a two-year, or God forbid three-year contract would be just as dumb. First of all, the Brewers have no business giving a merely decent veteran who plays the easiest position on the field a multi-year deal.
Secondly, it is far from a given that Loney would even be an upgrade over a Francisco/Halton platoon. Loney's career OPS is .761, which is nothing special at all for a first baseman.
There is no good reason to trade for or give a multi-year contract to an average first baseman. But there was also no good reason to forfeit a draft pick to sign Kyle Lohse or give an injury-prone, aging Aramis Ramirez a three-year deal.
"No good reason" hasn't saved the Brewers from themselves in the recent past, and it just feels like it won't this time, either.


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A couple of them went to see Patrick practice this summer, all prepared for his much talked about "rape eyes", and got completely starstruck instead. It was hilarious.
A couple of them went to see Patrick practice this summer, all prepared for his much talked about "rape eyes", and got completely starstruck instead. It was hilarious.
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Patrick Chan is undeniably the current communal punching bag of ontd_skating. But I think using the word hatred is a bit much--after all, they may post gifs and macros of Patrick falling and laugh over them, but they also eagerly pose for pictures with Patrick in competitions and get his autograph.
Luckily for Patrick--if the dynamics of ONTD are anything to go by--he won't be the communal punching bag forever. There will always be new targets...
What I love about this collision video is how much they seem to respect / care for one another. After the collision, Taka seems super worried, which prompts Daisuke to come up to him and tell him, "I'm completely fine; don't worry about it", and both mention the other when asked if they're OK during the interview. Love these two gentlemen, and I hope they both medal!
evangeline, I don't think the ontd_skating bunch are hateful people. I keep saying they are sweet and funny. The "pile-on hatred" is what I mean by peer conformity, or what you call communal punching bag. People just go with the majority and build on whatever sentiment that has been started. But it's not pretty. If practiced against a member of the community, such cyber bullying could have severe consequences. However, these days, public figures are considered OK to be targeted.


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The 10th Annual Microsoft Imagine Cup starts on July 6th in Sydney, Australia. GeekDad is profiling Imagine Cup alumni leading up to the world-wide finals. For more information, be sure to follow Daniel Donahoo's coverage of the event.
A car collects a lot of data about itself. Sensors can tell us how well our engine is performing, detect problems and adjust to help keep us on the road and in control. But what if we could put that data to use in order to make us better and more active drivers, both in terms of immediate feedback and reporting about our habits? What if we could use this system to get lower car insurance premiums or to work with our kids on being better drivers when they first hit the roads? Those were some of the questions that Ireland-based Team Hermes asked themselves as they competed in the 2011 Imagine Cup in New York City. And success at the cup has led to the launch of their startup, CleverMiles.
Like so many Imagine Cup participants, competing in the event itself took precedence over starting a company. But the competition's format, which stresses marketability as well as technical functionality, lends itself to thinking past the Cup itself. I asked James McNamara, now CEO of CleverMiles, about whether his team had entered the Cup thinking they'd start a company. He said, "Definitely not. We simply wanted to get to work on a fun project together that could actually solve a global problem. As we research the project and got closer to the global finals in New York we started to realize that the project may have some commercial potential, especially as we worked on the business model as part of our presentation. Winning the competition, in my mind, sealed the deal; we were committed to commercializing it."
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"Reclaiming Democracy: How Communities are Saying 'NO' to Corporate Rights and Recognizing the Rights of Nature" film featuring a presentation by Shannon Biggs and ThomasLinzey (CELDF)
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ln October 2013, on Ohlone Indigenous land, Global Exchange and partners held a 3-day summit at the Stillheart Institute in Woodside, California. Nestled in the California Redwood forest a counsel of 32 global social movement leaders including Indigenous leaders, deep ecologists, grassroots justice advocates, economists, climate experts, localization activists, globalization thinkers, writers and researchers were convened to examine the emerging legal framework known as Rights of Nature, or Rights of Mother Earth. This declaration emerged and is affirmed by the undersigned participants.
Rights of Nature and the Economics of the Biosphere: The Stillheart Declaration
Global Exchange hosted a 50 person Rights of Nature & Economics of the Biosphere Summit (October 20-24, 2013) and produced this Summit Reader with new content and updates to previous works.
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In 2011, Global Exchange released a new book, Rights of Nature: Making a Case for the Universal Declaration of the Rights of Mother Earth. Co-developed by the Council of Canadians and Fundacion Pachamama, the book gathers the wisdom of indigenous cultures, scientists, activists, lawyers, and small farmers to make a case for how and why humans must work to change our current structures of law to recognize that nature has inherent rights.
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The Native American heritage is strong in the formation of this monument and the names of all 3 bridges have references to the American Hopi Tribe. Sipapu Bridge is named after the Hopi word for a gateway to which souls may enter the spirit world. Kachina Bridge is named after the Kachina dancers that are central to Hopi religious tradition, and Owachomo Bridge is named after a rock mound
As getting to the park involves a slight detour from the main highways visitor numbers are quite low year round. It is really a shame that this is the case as the bridges are quite spectacular formations shaped by water erosion. You are no longer allowed to climb onto the bridges but the views from below are sufficiently grand, especially if you're using a wide angle lens!
Photography though can be a bit tricky, especially since most of the photos you will take will be upwards towards the bridges, and depending on where you are, parts of the bridge will probably be in full shadow and present some difficulties for contrast.
I did the 3 hikes separately, as I calculated that that would involve less distance to be covered. The weather again was just perfect and the solitude for most of the day was a godsend. This is one place one shouldn't miss out, even if it involves a detour.
As evening approached, I made my way towards Monument Valley, a place made famous by numerous American Westerns like Bonanza.


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- 20X Phosphate Buffered Saline (PBS): (#9808) To prepare 1 L 1X PBS: add 50 ml 20X PBS to 950 ml dH2O, mix.
- 16% Formaldehyde (methanol free).
- 100% methanol.
- Incubation Buffer: Dissolve 0.5 g Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA) (#9998) in 100 ml 1X PBS. Store at 4°C.
B. Fixation
- Collect cells by centrifugation and aspirate supernatant.
- Resuspend cells in 0.5–1 ml 1X PBS. Add formaldehyde to obtain a final concentration of 4%.
- Fix for 10 min at 37°C.
- Chill tubes on ice for 1 min.
- For extracellular staining with antibodies that do not require permeabilization, proceed to immunostaining (Section D) or store cells in PBS with 0.1% sodium azide at 4°C; for intracellular staining, proceed to permeabilization (Section C).
C. Permeabilization
NOTE: This step is critical for many CST antibodies.
- Permeabilize cells by adding ice-cold 100% methanol slowly to pre-chilled cells, while gently vortexing, to a final concentration of 90% methanol. Alternatively, remove fix prior to permeabilization by centrifugation and resuspend in 90% methanol as described above.
- Incubate 30 min on ice.
- Proceed with immunostaining (Section D) or store cells at -20°C in 90% methanol.
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NOTE: Account for isotype matched controls for monoclonal antibodies or species matched IgG for polyclonal antibodies. Count cells using a hemocytometer or alternative method.
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- Incubate for 1 hr at room temperature.
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- 16% Formaldehyde (methanol free).
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- Add 65 μl of 10% formaldehyde to each tube.
- Vortex briefly and let stand for 15 min at room temperature.
- Add 1 ml of 0.1% Triton™ X-100 to each tube.
- Vortex and let stand for 30 min at room temperature.
- Add 1 ml incubation buffer.
- Pellet cells by centrifugation and aspirate supernatant.
- Repeat steps 7 and 8.
- Resuspend cells in ice-cold 50% methanol in PBS (store methanol solution at -20°C until use).
- Incubate at least 10 min on ice.
- Proceed with staining or store cells at -20°C in 50% methanol.
C. Staining Using Conjugated Primary Antibodies
NOTE: Account for isotype-matched controls for monoclonal antibodies or species matched IgG for polyclonal antibodies.
- Add 2–3 ml incubation buffer to each tube and rinse by centrifugation. Repeat.
- Add primary antibodies diluted as recommended on datasheet or product webpage in incubation buffer.
- Incubate for 1 hr at room temperature.
- Wash by centrifugation in 2–3 ml incubation buffer.
- Resuspend cells in 0.5 ml PBS and analyze on flow cytometer.
Reference: Chow S, Hedley D, Grom P, Magari R, Jacobberger JW, Shankey TV (2005) Whole blood fixation and permeabilization protocol with red blood cell lysis for flow cytometry of intracellular phosphorylated epitopes in leukocyte subpopulations. Cytometry A 67(1), 4–17.
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revised September 2013
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p53 (1C12) Mouse mAb (Alexa Fluor® 488 Conjugate) detects endogenous levels of total p53 protein.Species Reactivity: Human, Mouse, Rat, Hamster, Monkey
Monoclonal antibody is produced by immunizing animals with a synthetic peptide corresponding to residues surrounding Ser20 of human p53. The antibody was conjugated to Alexa Fluor® 488 under optimal conditions with an F/P ratio of 2-6.
This Cell Signaling Technology antibody is conjugated to Alexa Fluor® 488 fluorescent dye and tested in-house for direct flow cytometry and immunofluorescent analysis in human and mouse cells. The antibody is expected to exhibit the same species cross-reactivity as the unconjugated p53 (1C12) Mouse mAb #2524.
The p53 tumor suppressor protein plays a major role in cellular response to DNA damage and other genomic aberrations. Activation of p53 can lead to either cell cycle arrest and DNA repair or apoptosis (1). p53 is phosphorylated at multiple sites in vivo and by several different protein kinases in vitro (2,3). DNA damage induces phosphorylation of p53 at Ser15 and Ser20 and leads to a reduced interaction between p53 and its negative regulator, the oncoprotein MDM2 (4). MDM2 inhibits p53 accumulation by targeting it for ubiquitination and proteasomal degradation (5,6). p53 can be phosphorylated by ATM, ATR, and DNA-PK at Ser15 and Ser37. Phosphorylation impairs the ability of MDM2 to bind p53, promoting both the accumulation and activation of p53 in response to DNA damage (4,7). Chk2 and Chk1 can phosphorylate p53 at Ser20, enhancing its tetramerization, stability, and activity (8,9). p53 is phosphorylated at Ser392 in vivo (10,11) and by CAK in vitro (11). Phosphorylation of p53 at Ser392 is increased in human tumors (12) and has been reported to influence the growth suppressor function, DNA binding, and transcriptional activation of p53 (10,13,14). p53 is phosphorylated at Ser6 and Ser9 by CK1δ and CK1ε both in vitro and in vivo (13,15). Phosphorylation of p53 at Ser46 regulates the ability of p53 to induce apoptosis (16). Acetylation of p53 is mediated by p300 and CBP acetyltransferases. Inhibition of deacetylation suppressing MDM2 from recruiting HDAC1 complex by p19 (ARF) stabilizes p53. Acetylation appears to play a positive role in the accumulation of p53 protein in stress response (17). Following DNA damage, human p53 becomes acetylated at Lys382 (Lys379 in mouse) in vivo to enhance p53-DNA binding (18). Deacetylation of p53 occurs through interaction with the SIRT1 protein, a deacetylase that may be involved in cellular aging and the DNA damage response (19).
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2. Meek, D.W. (1994) Semin Cancer Biol 5, 203-10.
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8. Shieh, S.Y. et al. (1999) EMBO J 18, 1815-23.
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10. Hao, M. et al. (1996) J Biol Chem 271, 29380-5.
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15. Knippschild, U. et al. (1997) Oncogene 15, 1727-36.
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19. Solomon, J.M. et al. (2006) Mol Cell Biol 26, 28-38.
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Originally Posted by ELI_HOF_NYG
at the end of the day these contracts are not worth the paper they are written on. not gauranteed like MLB or the NBA,,sure some of the money is gauranteed but the majority is not.
this does not help the discussion
Originally Posted by moosedrool
I know that. The point is contract length when signed. Did the contracts really have to be 5 and 6 years in length? Why not 3 or 4 years?
Players are also looking to have a decently long contract because at the root, they are just like us when it comes to families and not wanting to move them,
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Fabulous Apartment with WiFi
Massimo di ospiti2
Camere da letto1
Dimensioni30 m²
piano3(con ascensore)
- Internet Wi-Fi
- Ascensore
- Lavatrice
- Biancheria da bagno
- Cucina
Dettagli dell'alloggio
|Przemyska, 31-036 Kraków, Polonia
|Tipologia di alloggio
|Codice dell'annuncio
|Tasso di accettazione
|Tempo di risposta
|poche ore
|Calendario aggiornato
|2 giorni fa
In the apartment is equipped kitchen, breakfast and full lunch or dinner is possible to prepare.
Very near shop opened 6-24 is located, shopping is possible in slippers. In the apartment washing/drying machine and free Wi-Fi is available.
Regole dell'Abitazione
|Prezzo per ogni ospite oltre 2
|8 € ogni ospite in più (a notte)
|Check-in dopo le
|Su accordo
|Check-in prima delle
|Su accordo
|Check-out prima delle
|Su accordo
|Politica di Cancellazione
Le recensioni dell'alloggio
A really good apartment, not far away from the city centre and next to the jewish district. I would recommend it.
very nice Apartment, clean, big, near city centre...15 - 20 minutes walk
litle noise from tram station, but great place for cuples or friends, who want see this lovely city.
Positive feedback:
Host is very organized and kind. The conditions of the apartment were corresponding to the description. The rooms was clean and comfortable, near the old town (10 min in by walk, 3 min by tram).
The location is good for nighlife; the apartment is close to kazimirez where you can find a lot of bar, restaurant and pubs.
Opportunity for improvement:
I don't like sofa bed, I prefer normal bed.
Good apartment close to the old city and next to the former jewish quater. We enjoyed the stay, but the bed was not very comfortable. Also the toilet is not bolted to the floor which can be a bit enoying.
The location was very good and Beata spoke English quite well. It was clean and there is an overnite parking area nearby at ~6€ for 24 hours.
The biggest problem I had was misunderstanding the "one bedroom" listing; the bedroom is locked and private, guests have only the one room studio for use and the bed is the foldout couch. (which I was unable to fold out). The picture showing a bed is really the sofa bed, not as I thought, a bedroom. My niece slept on the floor, as even if I had managed to unfold the sofa, it would have been a bit narrow for two people who are not "really good friends".
For the price and a short stay, it was okay.
The apartment is a very nice place to stay. Beata wrote me a good description how to get into the apartment, since she couldn`t come herself! Everything was there as described, presenting the apartment!
Just a little remark concerning the"aesthetics": one or the other picture on the walls would give the place a more personal touch!
I definitly recommend the apartment in the the Kazinirz "district"!
Thank you, Beata!
The apartment is nice and comfortable and in a very cool neighborhood and very well communicated.Beata gives you a very quick answer to all of your doubts. Makes you things easy.
We've a very nice time in Krakow.Highly recommended
Our experience in krakow has been perfect in Beata's apartment. We didn't need to take tram or bus because the centre is really close to the house, about 15 min by walk.
The apartment is clean, beautiful and furnished with everything.
Beata helped us in everything, she is really flexible with checkin and check out time.
We suggest her apartment of course.
Nice studio, perfect situated next to tram and the famous Lody ;-) of Krakow.
Yes, you can hear the tram, so better close the windows at night if you are sensitiv
Contact with Beata via email and SMS very easy.
- Qualità degli alloggi garantita
- I proprietari sono contattati e verificati telefonicamente
- Un sistema di pagamento efficace e sicuro


text: The Solo is a really nice looking pistol. The only thing about them that I did not like was the fact that you have to replace the recoil springs after, don't quote me on this, a thousand rounds or so. The price that has to be paid for such a small package in 9mm I guess.


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La Casa de Syl I (Almagro)
Size30 m²
Floor No.1(with elevator)
- Internet/WiFi
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Disabled access
- Elevator in building
- Lockable room
- Balcony/terrace
Accommodation summary
|valentin gomez, 1147 buenos aires, Argentina
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Relax in our private studio with its own outside space, Take breakfast on the patio in the morning or a glass of wine in the evening. The studio contains a separate kitchen with plenty of storage and all you need for your stay in the Tango district.
The studio is located on the first floor of a quiet building in a side street off Corrientes Avenue, with easy access to buses and subway. It comprises a main room with double bed, double wardrobe and built in drawers for storage and a safety deposit box for your valuables. There is a TV and wireless internet access and air conditioning with both cooling and heating. There is a fully equipped kitchen with fridge/freezer, cooker, microwave, coffee machine and toaster. Outside the patio has table and chairs if you wish to eat outside or enjoy a late night drink under the stars.
Guests have the whole studio to themselves with their own front door key to the main apartment block door. There is also a lift.
We will be available any time for assistance, problems and questions, and live only 5 blocks away.with a local knowledge of all the best places to eat and drink.
Our studio is set in the cultural heart of the Tango District of BA with plenty of typically Argentine bars, cafes, restaurants and theaters within a few blocks which are open late into the night and always full of local people. There are numerous supermarkets and bakeries close by.
We can arrange transport to and from the airports if required for a local charge. The studio is located within a block of Carlos Gardel Subway station and numerous buses that can take you down Corrientes Avenue to the city center for a few pesos.
Car Parking
On street parking is available on a first come first served basis, but this carries the usual risk associated with the city and we take no responsibility for any vehicles parked there. However there is a parking garage 20 metres from the apartment which offers secure parking at local rates. Please contact us when you make your booking for information on rates and reservations.
For those staying for a week or more, towels and sheets will be changed and the room cleaned midweek.
For those with young children who don't mind sleeping in the same room there are two sofa beds which can be used though there will be a surcharge for this to cover linen, cleaning and towels. this charge will be US$10 per child per night. Also we will ask for a security deposit of US$200 to cover any accidental damage by the children.
House rulesNo Smoking
No Pets
No Parties
No loud music after a reasonable hour
A security deposit is payable locally in local currency and will be returned in full on departure if there are no breakages, damage or missing items.
This will be US$100.
|Weekly rate for up to 2 guests
|238 €
|Monthly rate for up to 2 guests
|823 €
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|On arrangement
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Reviews of this property
Thank you we had a very pleasant stay in Buenos Aires. The apartment is very nice decorated and with everything you need. Sylvia and Barrie are very attentive and friendly hosts. Thank you for the invitation on the last day, it was a very nice evening.
Yvonne and Dani
Vielen dank wir hatten einen sehr angenehmen Aufenthalt in Buenos Aires. Die Wohnung ist sehr hübsch und mit allem eingerichtet was man so braucht. Sylvia und Barrie sind sehr aufmerksame und freundliche Gastgeber. Vielen Dank für die Einladung am letzten Tag, es war ein sehr schönen Abend.
Yvonne und Dani
It's a lovely and cozy appartmet with a beautiful small patio where you can enjoy sitting and relaxing at any time of day. Two blocks away from Abasto shopping and Corrientes avenue it's connected with everything you need to do in BA. Underground station just 200m from there! :) And most important: Barrie is a very caring host. You won't feel like a stranger! :) Thanks!!!!
Es un hermoso y cálido departamento con un patiecito para disfrutar en cualquier momento del día. Cerca del Abasto, a dos cuadras de AV Corrientes y del Subte B Carlos Gardel está conectado con todo BA. Y lo más importante: Barrie es un anfitrión dedicado y atento. Gracias!!!
Our hosts were friendly and always willing to work together to make our stay as comfortable as possible. The apartment is ideal for a single couple to enjoy their privacy and that beautiful patio surrounded by plants. Orientation is North, so you always get light. We will return and recommend!
Nuestros anfitriones fueron amables y siempre dispuestos a colaborar para que nuestra estadía fuera lo más cómoda posible. El apartamento es ideal para una pareja sola, para disfrutar de su intimidad y de ese hermoso patio rodeado de plantas. La orientación es Norte, por lo que siempre recibe luz. Volveremos y recomendamos!!!
Diese angenehme, gut ausgestattete Wohnung in der Nähe des Abasto Einkaufzentrum ist eine kleine Oase mit einer Privaten Terrasse in einen Innenhof. Für grosstädtische Verhältnisse ist die Wohnung sehr ruhig und trotzdem ist man mit dem Bus oder der Metro rasch in der Stadt. Barrie und Silvia sind extrem hilfsbereit und gastfreundlich. Sie zeigen viel Interesse für Ihre Gäste und sind gerne bereit auch mal gemeinsam auszugehen. Beide sprechen sehr gut englisch.
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text: So…how hard are you really working? Understanding how to measure intensity is a key concept in effective programming for your clients. But before we can gauge how hard our clients are working, we have to know how to measure their effort. If our clients are whining about working too hard, we have to understand what they should be working at and why. If you are following along at home, pg. 375 in the ACE Personal Trainer manual 4th edition is where we start. There are several ways to measure intensity, some of which are better than others. Below are the ones we will talk about today: Heart Rate – either percentage of max heart rate or percentage of heart rate reserve (aka Karvonen) Rate of perceived exertion – aka RPE Vo2 – aka Aerobic Capacity and METS – aka metabolic equivalent Ventilatory Threshold – VT1 and VT2, as determined by the talk test So which one of those is best for you? Keep reading! Heart Rate First, we'll look at heart rate. We are all familiar with using heart rate as a method of determining intensity. There are formulas for both heart rate max and heart rate reserve. HR max: (220 – age) = Max Heart Rate is the familiar and traditional method of measurement. However, researchers have found that it isn't as predictive as originally thought. One solution was to introduce another max heart rate formula which could be considered more accurate. This equation was the Tanaka formula of 208 – (0.7 x age) = Max Heart Rate When programming for intensity, a trainer takes the max heart rate value and multiplies it by the intended exercise intensity to determine the exercise heart rate goals. But one of the challenges with using Max Heart Rate is that it doesn't take into account an individual's fitness level. Enter the Karvonen/Heart Rate Reserve formula. HRR is one of the more popular methods utilized to calculate workload intensity. Karvonen includes an individual's resting heart rate into the equation, which can allow for a more accurate prediction. The HRR formula is as follows: HR reserve = [(220-age)-resting heart rate)] x intended percent intensity, then add back in resting heart rate. Examples? How about we use a 30 year old man, with a 65 bpm resting heart rate, and exercise him at 70 % intensity. The examples below will show you how the different equations produce varied results for the same guy. MHR 220 – 30 = 190 bpm x .7 = 133bpm MHR Tanaka 208 – (0.7 x 30) = 187bpm x .7 = 131 bpm Karvonen (220 – 30) – 65 = 125 bpm x .7 = 87.5bpm + 65 bpm = 153 bpm Rate of Perceived Exertion Following heart rate on the list is Rate of Perceived Exertion. RPE is a subjective measure of how the client feels, taking into account psychological factors, musculoskeletal factors, and environmental factors. There are two RPE scales; the BORG scale and the revised BORG (pg. 378, Table 11-4). Explaining how the RPE works is vital when using this tool, so clients can accurately express their workload. If used correctly, the RPE response correlates well with cardiorespiratory and metabolic factors such as heart rate and oxygen consumption. VO2 and METS Of the ways presented to measure intensity, personal trainers are less likely to use VO2 and METs. VO2 is a measure of aerobic capacity, and is discussed initially in the Essentials Manual. The formula for VO2 Is below. VO2 = cardiac output x oxygen extraction (aka VO2 = Q x A-V O2 diff) The posts here and here talk a little more about aerobic capacity. Although we discuss VO2 in the manual, we don't use it much in the day to day operations of a personal trainer because to be accurate, VO2 depends on a maximal or submaximal test. A MET is a multiple of someone's resting oxygen consumption. Technically speaking 1 MET = 3.5 ml/kg/min, and for many people METS are easier to understand/relate to exercise than VO2. If you check some aerobic exercise equipment you can find a listing for METS on the display. However, this is not a commonly used measurement in the general fitness field. Page 378 – 381 in your Personal Trainer Manual 4th edition is where you can find more details on VO2 and METS. Ventilatory Threshold – VT1 and VT2 Finally on our list we have ventilatory threshold, a new topic with the release of the 4th edition. We use the traditional 'talk test', a subjective measure of intensity, to determine exercise workload via the determination of VT1 and VT2. I'm not going to go in depth here because I just did a big post on Understanding VT1 and VT2 that covers all the basics. Although ventilatory threshold can be a bit 'fuzzy' and subjective with regards to setting training intensities, you may find that it is actually the most accurate for the greatest number of clients. Like Karvonen, the VT takes into account the individual you are working with. Like RPE, the VT/Talk Test allows for subject input on how hard they feel they are doing. But like RPE, the Talk Test requires careful instruction and monitoring to make sure it is an accurate representation of intensity. The methods of measuring aerobic intensity, as listed above, are related to each other but not directly equal. It's an apples to oranges comparison. Apples and oranges are both fruit. HR and RPE are both intensity measurements. But an apple is not exactly the same as an orange. And HR (measured objectively in bpm) is not exactly the same as RPE (measured subjectively with the BORG scale). Which method of measuring intensity you choose to use will depend on your preference as well as your client's experience and goals. If you've got questions, just contact an Education Consultant at 1-888-825-3636 x782


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It is the 25th of May 2005. The venue is the Ataturk Stadium in Istanbul, Turkey. The game is AC Milan vs Liverpool. At stake is the honour of being crowned Champions of Europe.
The players are headed to the tunnel at half time. For the Milan players there is a spring in their step, a gleam in their eye, they lead 3-0 on the night thanks to a Hernan Crespo double and a Paolo Maldini strike.
For the Liverpool players the world has seemingly caved in; Out thought, out played and out muscled by their opponents they look like a team shorn of ideas, ready to capitulate as they walk back to the dressing room dejected, the mood somber, their heads hung low.
Then one of, if not the greatest comeback in football history happens.
A resurgent Liverpool comes roaring back. Led by their indefatigable captain Steven Gerrard the Reds take command of the second half.
In what is now known as 'the six minutes of madness' goals by the Captain Gerrard, Xabi Alonso and Vladmir Smicer tie the game in normal time.
Liverpool 'keeper Jerzey Dudek plays a huge part in keeping Liverpool in the tie with an astounding double save against Andriy Shevchenko with three minutes of extra time left to play.
Liverpool won the ensuing penalty shootout 3-2 to lift the Champions League trophy for the 5th time guaranteeing them the honour of retaining the trophy for life.
It was one of those defining moments that comes but once in a lifetime. A moment that demonstrates true character, fortitude, determination and resilience.
Just like that night in Istanbul Liverpool Football Club is now on the precipice of greatness and needs to demonstrate such character attributes if it is to once more make a mark in history and dine at the table of Champions. Liverpool are battling a final but this time round the odds are higher against them because it is not just one final but five finals starting with the game against Manchester City on the 13th of April 2014.
Win all 5 remaining games against City, Norwich, Chelsea, Crystal Palace and Newcastle and Liverpool will be crowned Champions of the Premier League once again for the 19th time. Anything short of that may not be enough.
Mathematically Liverpool can drop points against the teams termed as their main rivals namely Manchester City and Chelsea and still conceivably win the title but they do not want to leave it to chance. Destiny is in their hands. Any slip up may be fatal.
Liverpool have been a revelation this season. Decimating teams almost at will especially at Anfield they have, under Brendan Rodgers' superintendence, evolved into an exciting, results orientated team whose emphasis is on playing purist and scintillating football.
Crushing wins against Arsenal, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspurs have chalked up Liverpool's title credentials. The Reds are without doubt a challenger for the ultimate diadem. The statistics lay credence to this assertion: Liverpool lead the league in goals scored with 90, they also enjoy the best pass completion in the league and in Suarez and Sturridge boast of the most lethal strikers in Europe with a combined 49 goals between them.
Liverpool are also the only unbeaten club in 2014 and are on a red hot streak where they have gone 9 games unbeaten since the turn of the year.
The cavalry charge has been boosted by goals from the most unlikely of sources with Martin Skrtel netting an impressive 6 league goals and other defenders Flanagan, Agger and Mamadou Sakho also chipping in.
It seems many light years since Liverpool last won the League Title. In fact the Anfield side have not won the title in the modern era. In this time they have been second best to their bitter rivals Manchester United, fast fading Arsenal, Chelsea and more recently have played second fiddle to the riches of Manchester City.
This season things are different however. One senses that the wheel has come full circle for Liverpool. After groping in the darkness and going through several managers they have found in Rodgers a young manager with great acumen and a footballing brain who is poised to lead the club to greatness.
One looks at the playing unit that Rodgers has crafted and the thrilling football they play and comparisons are already been drawn between the current Liverpool manager to club legends Bill Shankly and Bob Paisley who at separate times in the club's rich history led Liverpool to greatness. What is more amazing is that Rodgers has brought the team thus far on a limited, almost shoestring, budget.
It is still too early for Rodgers to be termed a legend in the ilk of Paisley and Shankly but the parallels are self evident.
A measure of how far Liverpool have come under Rodgers is their points tally. Liverpool lead the league with 74 points. At this same stage Liverpool were 7th with 50 points last season, 8th in the 2011/2012 season with 46 points and 6th in 2010/2011 season with 49 points. The improvement is clearly evident.
The interesting thing about this whole scenario is that even if they do not clinch the ultimate prize this season Liverpool have played well enough and shown so much promise that the future can only be looked at with positive anticipation.
Their long journey has been reminiscent of the words in their anthem: Liverpool have walked through the storm with their heads held high. At the end of the storm there is without doubt a golden sky. It is now or never, the die must be cast, a whole generation awaits with bated breath. One can only wait to see whether Liverpool FC will hold its nerve.
Five finals stand between Liverpool and the Premier League Title.
Five finals to glory.


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Monroe Crossing to participate in 'History of Bluegrass' workshop, concert in Pequot Lakes
The Greater Lakes Area Performing Arts will bring two back-to-back musical opportunities to Pequot Lakes on Saturday, Feb. 9.
Monroe Crossing will lead a one-hour workshop on "The History of Bluegrass" from 4-5 p.m. in the Pequot Lakes High School choir room. Then at 7:30 p.m. a concert will be held in the Pequot Lakes High School auditorium.
Attend both programs for the price on the concert ticket. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors (age 60 and older) and $8 for youth.
Tickets for this family-style entertainment are on sale now through the Pequot Lakes Community Education office. Call 218-568-9200 to reserve a ticket for both activities.
For more information, go to www.glapa.info.
Known as the Midwest's premier bluegrass and gospel quintet, Monroe Crossing routinely performs to sellout audiences. The group is known both for its dynamic stage show and for the warmth it shares on and off stage, interacting with the audience and honoring requests after the intermission.
Named in honor of Bill Monroe, "the Father of Bluegrass," Monroe Crossing also recently released a tribute CD, Monroe Crossing "Plays the Songs of Bill Monroe." The CD features 15 classic bluegrass songs made famous by the "Big Mon" himself.
More information is available at www.monroecrossing.com.
This activity is funded, in part, by the Minnesota State Arts Board through the arts and cultural heritage fund.


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If you're like us, you really enjoyed the Superprestigio Dirt Track event from the beginning of this year. A clash between some of the best road racing and flat trackers in the world, the final showdown race between MotoGP's Marc Marquez and AMA's Brad Baker proved to be full of excitement, and the promoters, DTX Barcelona, made the race easy to follow for those outside of Spain – win/win.
Building upon the event's rich history from three decades ago, the Superprestigio is under a revival. Set for another year of competition, DTX Barcelona has announced the next running of the Superprestigio, which will take place December 13, 2014 at the Palau Sant Jordi in Barcelona.


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The anniversary of Pink Friday is 11.22 , which is in two days *ItsPinkFridayHoe* :)
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Welcome to my site for Arithmophobia. In hopes of trying to provide some helpful information, I have searched the Internet looking for information on Arithmophobia (number fear, numbers fear, number phobia, numbers phobia, fear of numbers, fear of a number, phobia of numbers, phobia of a number, Triskaidekaphobia). Please note I am not a doctor and only provide this site for informational purposes. I hope you will find some benefit in the site. Best wishes! ~Edd~
What is Arithmophobia?
Arithmophobia is the fear of numbers. Some people may just fear certain numbers, such as the number thirteen. The origin of the word arithmo is Greek (meaning number) and phobia is Greek (meaning fear). Arithmophobia is considered to be a specific phobia, which is discussed on the home page. Arithmophobia is also related to Triskaidekaphobia (fear of the number 13).
What are the causes?
It is generally accepted that phobias arise from a combination of external events (i.e. traumatic events) and internal predispositions (i.e. heredity or genetics). Many specific phobias can be traced back to a specific triggering event, usually a traumatic experience at an early age. Social phobias and agoraphobia have more complex causes that are not entirely known at this time. It is believed that heredity, genetics, and brain chemistry combine with life-experiences to play a major role in the development of phobias. (Wikipedia - phobia).
What are the symptoms?
As with any phobia, the symptoms vary by person depending on their level of fear. The symptoms typically include extreme anxiety, dread and anything associated with panic such as shortness of breath, rapid breathing, irregular heartbeat, sweating, excessive sweating, nausea, dry mouth, nausea, inability to articulate words or sentences, dry mouth and shaking. .
Can I take medicine?
Medicine can be prescribed, but please note that these medications can have side effects and/or withdrawal systems that can be severe. It is also important to note that medicines do not cure phobias, at best they only temporarily suppress the systems. However, there are treatments for phobias, which include counseling, hypnotherapy, psychotherapy, and Neuro-Linguistic programming. Please click on the link at the top of the page called "Treatment Information" to find out more information on these types of treatments.
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The extraterrestrial is performed by deliberately (in some cases, nondeliberately) taking a shit on a toilet seat. This may be performed either as an act of revenge or a practical joke.
That asshole definitely stole my Kindergarden Cop dvd so I'm totally gonna perform the extraterrestrial in his bathroom.
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FFA asking for $2.24 million
Idaho - The Idaho Future Farmers of America Association, along with Alumni Association and the FFA Foundation are asking the Idaho Legislature for $2.24 million in funding.
It has been 15 years since the state increased funding for secondary agricultural education.
At Shelley High School, more than half of the student body is enrolled in some kind of agricultural class.
One of the students' advisers, Vincent Wray, says this funding is important for developing programs and giving kids more opportunities.
"Farming is becoming extremely high tech. In fact, you won't hardly find any farmers who don't have a major college degree and know exactly what they are doing and how to do it in the best possible way. The only way to give those opportunities to our upcoming students is to spend money," said Wray.


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I realize that this reaches much too broad an audience, but thought that I would throw it out anyway.
A new chapter of the Maine State Beekeepers Association is being formed. We will be meeting at 6:30 on the second Wednesday of each month at the town office/community center in Searsmont, Maine.


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Sustainability Information
Deakin promises to 'strengthen our communities, enable our partners and enhance our enterprise' and is committed to progressing a sustainable and competitive enterprise by embedding sustainability in to all university activities.
Deakin strives to provide a vibrant campus life by conserving and continually improving existing biodiversity values that make each campus experience unique. We will enhance native vegetation in accordance with the Catchment and Land Protection Act 1994, while creating a delightful environment for teaching, learning and recreation.
Education for Sustainability
In line with Deakin's promise to 'empower learners for the jobs and skills of the future', sustainability is a core commitment of the curricula. We are continually improving in this area and recognise there is work to be done to truly embed sustainability across all disciplines.
Under the graduate attribute 'Global Citizenship" education for sustainability (EfS) is considered and a number of activities have occurred.
Energy and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Deakin University is required to annually report energy and greenhouse gas emissions under the National Greenhouse Gas and Energy Act 2007. In the 2012-2013 reporting period Deakin emitted just under 59,000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent emissions. This equates to 1414 kilowatts per EFTSL & FTE.
The university's goal is to reduce the amount of energy consumed and emissions caused from daily operations including electricity, gas, vehicles and facilities to minimise our impact on climate change under the Climate Change Act 2010.
Sustainable Built Environment
The Green Building Council of Australia's (GBCA) green star rating system has been developed in accordance with all planning and building requirements and the Planning and Environment Act 1987 that Deakin is to comply with.
To meet legislative requirements and offer a sustainable built environment Deakin will strive to be a 'Green Star Education' enterprise. We are committed to designing all new and refurbishment works aligned to the GBCAs rating system at the 5 star level or an equivalent standard.
This commitment ensures ecological sustainable design (ESD) principles are considered at all stages of any development works and can be implemented where practicable.
Sustainable Transport
Deakin offers a comprehensive sustainable transport model to staff and students that contributes positively to the reduction of pollution and greenhouse gas emissions produced as a bi-product of the university's operations. This includes university fleet vehicles, transfers between campuses, getting to and from campus and air travel.
Deakin aims to reduce unnecessary work-study related travel and to increase alternative and sustainable modes of transport for work-study related purposes.
Waste and Recycling
Deakin aims to continuously improve our waste management practices by following the waste management hierarchy of control as legislated under the Environmental Protection Act 1970. Where possible we will avoid waste in the first instance followed by reduce, reuse, and recycle through to the least preferred option – disposal to landfill.
Water and Stormwater
The Water Act 1989 and the Water Industry Act 1994 outline Deakin's responsibilities to ensure water resources (surface water, groundwater and waterways) are managed in an efficient and sustainable way.
To achieve this Deakin aims to reduce potable water consumption by continually measuring, monitoring and managing water use to identify areas of improvement. We also aim to achieve best practice stormwater management for the prevention of pollution in our waterways such as Gardiners Creek Burwood, Waurn Ponds Creek and the Hopkins River in Warrnambool.
Contact us
Please direct Sustainability enquiries to:
Organisational Sustainability,
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Hello Misty, welcome from Oklahoma!
Welcome to the Quilting Board!
Hello Misty, welcome from Oklahoma!
Hi from Ohio!
Hi Misty and Welcome from Laconia, New Hampshire and Shipshewana, Indiana!
You can choose to live your live as though nothing is a miracle; or as though everything is a miracle!
Hi Misty!
Welcome from Minnesota!
Glad you've joined us!
Hello Misty, and Welcome to the QB from North Carolina. Great to have you join us...you're gonna LOVE it here.
Happiness is a form of travel...not a destination.
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I noticed a tiny nick/scratch along the slide rail of my p226 when field stripped it last night.
Is that normal? It still shoots beautifully, but it still concerns me.
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I noticed a tiny nick/scratch along the slide rail of my p226 when field stripped it last night.
Is that normal? It still shoots beautifully, but it still concerns me.
I have 3 sons and after teaching them to shoot years ago I dont think I had a single firearm that DIDNT have a scratch or ding,
If it still functions properly I wouldnt sweat it.
I guess you'll need to decide if your a shooter or a gun collector.
Shooter: dings and scratches mean your doing your part. (and they adds a little personality)
Collector: You should be extremely concerned, your investment is devaluing.
Don't let him take advantage of you; I'll go $125.00.:)
I used to be that guy - complained about scratches.
Now, tons of guns later, and many years since I bought my 1st one in 1993.... I know that guns get scratched thru use, no matter how careful U are... And, I'm not even talking about a gun that gets carried in a holster.
I can sympathize, as I previously had friends tease me about my "museum pieces" - haha.
I do have some gun I carry, and others that never get holstered. No point in beating them all to hell. But, I still shoot them all, and nothing stays perfect unless you just lock it away and don't shoot it at all.
Look at it as a car. It sure sucks as you get rock damage (on the front end) and spots ya can't get off over time. But, it happens. 4 years after owning a new car - even if ya wash it 2x a week - you are still gonna have some visible wear. Same with a gun.
the scratch is only noteworthy if you got it by pistol whipping someone who is now lucky they aint shot
I called Germany, and told them your problem, and they started singing Auch du leiber Demonio......


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Epicurism in the Mountains of Idyllwild
Strawberry Creek Bunkhouse • Idllwild, CA
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- $25 Credit Toward Bicycle Rentals at Hub Cyclery
- Two Glasses of House Wine at Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe Bistro
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The Destination
The Cahuilla Indians were onto something special. Long before Idyllwild was included in the Great Towns of Southern California guidebook, this low-key high-alpine resort for in-the-know Angelenos was the vacation home for bands of Cahuilla Indians, who sought the higher elevation to escape the heat of the desert floor. Think of Idyllwild—also known as the Yosemite of the South—as California's original getaway town.
The Digs
About two hours southeast of Los Angeles, the 18-room Strawberry Creek Bunkhouse boasts a boutique, mountainous vibe while catering to modern sensibilities. Each forest-view room is equipped with a kitchenette, Wi-Fi, cable TV, Barista Bath & Body bath amenities, and a private balcony overlooking the towering pines of the San Jacinto Mountains. Kick off each morning with a breakfast basket delivered to your door, chock-full of fresh-baked scones and homemade lemon curd, fresh fruit, gourmet oatmeal packets, and 100-percent fruit juice.
The Diversions
• Explore an under-the-radar wine region with two glasses of house wine at Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe Bistro
• Start your meal at La Bella Montagna Pasta House with a complimentary bruschetta appetizer
• Bike the 17-mile Ramona Trail by using your included $25 bicycle-rental credit at Hub Cyclery
• Fish the pristine waters of Lake Fulmor
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-One 5-frame medium nuc of 1-1/2" styrofoam walls and cover, with a #8 mesh insert in the center bottom.
-All five frames from one parent colony.
-Introduced cultured queen cell.
-At a later inspection, located dark colored, marked queen, accidentally introduced from parent colony.
- Queen cell appears unharmed, so I am leaving the dark queen in there to see if the new queen might replace her if she emerges.
- About one week ago, after the queen cell was already very late hatching, I removed it and discovered that, even though it appeared complete, it was entirely empty :confused:.
- Today I was checking on this nuc and discovered that there were two queens, both laying, they were side-by-side, literally. The old dark queen was working on the same comb as my new cultured, Cordovan queen. (These two queens are entirely unrelated). This nuc was of calm disposition and the bees were not running on the combs. While I watched with fascination, I saw the two queens walk into each other, face-to-face. To be anthropomorphic, it was like when they bumped into each other, seeing them each say, "pardon me", whereupon they each promptly did a 180 degree turn and continued on their merry ways.


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Life lessons from big cats
Beverly + Dereck Joubert live in the bush, filming and photographing lions and leopards in their natural habitat. With stunning footage (some never before seen), they discuss their personal relationships with these majestic animals — and their quest to save the big cats from human threats.
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Having been gender re-assigned at birth this curious beast is often found surveying the local alternative lifestyle clubs. He is often confused and unresponsive to stimulus from the opposite sex. He is a lonely pathetic creature, and she be dealt with extreme caution. Be wary of his listening abilities you may have to repeat yourself 1000 times, as he is almost always pre-occupied with sending emails which have absolutely no purpose.
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UTSA employees and students endorse early voting.
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You Decide 2009: UTSA hosts early-voting site
By Omar Hernandez
Public Affairs Specialist
(April 24, 2009)--Registered voters in Bexar County can early-vote at UTSA. Early voting for the 2009 San Antonio mayoral and city council election will run April 27-May 5 at the Main Building ground floor lobby on the UTSA Main Campus. Faculty, staff and students are encouraged to take advantage of the convenient location, along with other San Antonio voters. UTSA guests can park in designated spaces in lot 4, to the left when entering campus on John Peace Boulevard.
Today's headlines
- La Prensa Foundation is newest member of UTSA Lone Star Society
- UTSA alumna Jordan Kaufmann wins $50K for new stent-graft start-up
- UTSA begins new way-finding sign installation this summer at Main Campus
- USA Today: UTSA long jumper Tyler Williamson rescues three-year-old boy
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The UTSA Student Government Association (SGA) has consistently advocated for a UTSA early-voting site because of student requests. SGA leaders say that an on-campus site encourages students to vote and get involved in the political process. Last November, more than 8,400 Bexar County voters utilized UTSA's early-voting site, which ranked 18th of 41 poll locations.
"The benefit of voting early is that anyone who is registered to vote in Bexar County can vote at UTSA," said Albert Carrisalez, UTSA director of external affairs. "When you vote on election day, you are required to vote at your precinct, so early voting can be much more convenient."
When it is not possible for an employee to vote before or after working hours, supervisors may grant employees a reasonable period of time off for voting during business hours. Employees must be registered voters to qualify for the time off.
Time off for voting must be requested in advance and approved by a supervisor. No reduction in vacation allowance or salary will be made for the time taken to vote, as long as supervisory approval is obtained.
>> Download a list of all San Antonio early-voting sites for the May election (PDF document).
>> Download a Bexar County sample ballot (PDF document).
Early voting at UTSA and all Bexar County sites
Monday, April 27-Friday, May 1, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday, May 2, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday, May 3, noon-6 p.m.
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Playboy.com's Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Week Six
After a big week five from Ahmad Bradshaw, Reggie Wayne and Andrew Luck, should we start 'em, sit 'em, or just let them be?
Always active and interested in the lives of you, our fine and flawless readers, this week Playboy.com premieres the newest addition to our sporting family, our "Start 'Em, Sit 'Em" Fantasy Football guide. Each week, we'll sort through the rubble of waiver wires and underappreciated players to find sneaky good players to start (or in some cases sit) to help you win your fantasy week. Please keep in mind that we're not going after the big fish here; you should start Aaron Rodgers, Tom Brady and Arian Foster all the times. These are the guys you might be on the fence about or find rotting on the wire. You can thank us later.
Start 'Em
Matt Schaub: As he is wont to do, Drew Brees shredded the Packers for 400-plus yards two weeks ago, but the big surprise was Andrew Luck raining down majors and yards on the Green Bay secondary. Schaub isn't always the most appealing fantasy signal caller (as Houston's game is squarely grounded on the ground), but if a rookie can rip them 362 yards and two scores, you gotta believe Schaub can, too.
Rashard Mendenhall: Pittsburgh was without a bona fide back through the first four games, and if you're wondering whether they missed Rashard Mendenhall, just check out his 15-point week five fantasy performance. He only saw 22 snaps, but that was enough for 68 yards and a score through the air. With another week to heal up he should see more snaps as the Steelers match up against the 28th-ranked run defense in Tennessee.
Andre Roberts: The Bills' supposedly improved defense has been anything but; they've allowed ten touchdowns and the fourth most fantasy points to wide receivers through the first five games. In an effort to avoid another scorching, they'll likely focus their attention on Larry Fitzgerald, leaving Roberts, who's already got four TDs, in man coverage down the other sideline.
Owen Daniels: Daniels is oddly still a free agent in some shallower leagues, but the veteran tight end has had a touchdown in three straight games and sits third in fantasy points at the position. Given the Packers' "outscore the opposing offense" style of play, Daniels should again see plenty of open passes.
Pittsburgh Steelers: The Steelers are well known for their D, but it's been shaky at best in 2012 with injuries to key playmakers Troy Polamalu and James Harrison. Whether they play or not this week, the Steelers D looks like a safe bet against a Tennessee team that has struggled to get anything going on either side of the ball.
Check out who we've got on the bench on Page Two…
Sit 'Em
Matthew Stafford: Talk surrounding the Eagles has centered around offensive turnovers but has ignored what they're capable of on the other side of the ball. They've held opposing quarterbacks to just 11 fantasy points a game, and Stafford has struggled to get a once 5,000-plus yard arm going. Sit him if you can.
Ahmad Bradshaw: Fantasy owners will struggle to sit Bradshaw after he lit up the Browns for 200 rushing yards and a score in week five. But with a different week comes a different beast, and the San Francisco 49ers lead the league in rushing yards surrendered. Take our advice: fight the urge, bench Bradshaw.
Brandon Lloyd: Despite a sizeable number of looks in his direction from a premier play-caller, Brandon Lloyd has yet to really reward fantasy owners who drafted him in the early rounds. Compounding matters this week is the return of one of Brady's favorite targets, Aaron Hernandez, whom Lloyd will have to fight for fantasy relevancy, all the while fending off Seattle's NBA forward-esque cornerbacks.
Scott Chandler: Chandler's week four explosion against the Pats had a lot of fantasy owners salivating over his red zone potential, but here's the real deal: Scott Chandler gets four catches a game. Now maybe they'll be red zone targets, maybe they won't, but there will be four of them. Against the Cards, there is little YAC potential, and Arizona hasn't made a habit of surrendering scores to tight ends.
Seattle Seahawks: Seattle has become something of a set-and-forget defense; they've posted double-digit points in four of their five games and have yet to give up more than 20 points a game. But when is the last time you felt safe leaving a defense in against the Patriots?


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Marc Jacobs Spring 2012
A giant curtain wall of gold lamé opened to reveal Marc Jacobs's collection in its entirety: 46 girls frozen in Bob Fosse attitudes on an arc of bentwood chairs—like the bar hawks in the Big Spender scene in Sweet Charity, or the flappers proffering an invitation to the Cabaret.
A fading antebellum dance hall in the Deep South was evoked by the wooden runway with the posts and beams of its central structure garlanded with yellow light bulbs (and in the many scaled gingham prints and the Amy Winehouse-ian do-rags), but although that Cabaret-era dressing informed the general silhouette of the show—the drop-waist chemise dress of indefinite shape—this was not another playful twist on period dressing (the Jerry Hall seventies or the comic-strip fifties of recent seasons for instance).
Instead, it provided a master class in classic Jacobs tailoring and enchanting dressmaking, ignited by some futuristic adventures in fabrication along the way.
The gleam of that curtain was echoed in the shimmering effect of sequins and tinsel and reflective fabrics galore—from thick, shining taffetas to something that looked like the colored translucent plastic in which florists wrap their blooms. Tiers of cellophane organza were shredded like raffia for the shimmy flounces of skirts (a device echoed in the trim of paper-thin leather coats and cardigan jackets with a Coco Chanel flavor) and leafy sequins were embroidered so thickly they resembled windswept fur. Even the shoes (in textile mixes that often included clear plastic)—pumps with a classically elegant heel, and no-nonsense two-tone loafers—and the boxy bags (in mid-century diner colors—like ice blue, maroon, lemon, and Nile green) were pragmatic in their streamlined utility.
After the Bettie Page heroines who trotted the Jacobs runway last season with their hourglass jackets and hobbling pencil skirts, this collection represented a return to Jacobs's softer side—a thrilling way to end the New York Fashion Week.
For a full profile and more information on Marc Jacobs, go to Voguepedia.com.


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Armed with a master's degree and a doctorate from CU-Boulder, Subini Annamma will head to Indiana University at Indianapolis after graduation. There she will teach and continue her research on increasing access to equitable education for marginalized students and urban communities, particularly for children with disabilities.
Annamma received a dual master's degree in 2008 in special education and linguistically diverse learners. This May, she is graduating with a PhD in special education from the School of Education, Department of Educational Equity and Cultural Diversity. The School of Education is presenting her with its Outstanding Doctoral Graduate Student award.
Annamma had been a special education teacher for six years and directly involved in juvenile justice when she came to CU-Boulder. While getting her master's degree, she continued teaching full time at Aurora Central High School in Aurora, Colorado, working with culturally and linguistically diverse students with emotional, behavioral, and learning disabilities.
After she completed the master's program, one of her professors, Dr. Janette Klingner, encouraged her to apply to the doctoral program.
"Dr. Klingner recognized my concern for my students," said Annamma. "She saw my potential capability as a researcher before I knew it existed in myself."
The focus of Annamma's doctoral dissertation was centered on the trajectories of young women of color with disabilities who were at the end of the School to Prison Pipeline. The phrase refers to a pattern of pushing disadvantaged students out of school and into the criminal justice system, a disturbing trend in this country, Annamma said.
As a special education teacher, Annamma worked with students in the juvenile justice system. She found them to be bright and thoughtful, which was in direct contrast to the general population's perception of young criminals as stupid, thoughtless and lazy.
"I learned about the large numbers of children labeled with disabilities," she said, "particularly children of color, who had been relegated to juvenile incarceration. But I found these children to be empathetic and hard working."
It was while working with these students that she developed a passion for social justice teaching, which then led her to CU-Boulder's School of Education.
As an assistant professor at Indiana University, Annamma is looking forward to working in a large city that will afford her more opportunities to advocate for access and equity for diverse student populations in urban schools and juvenile justice.
While at CU, Annamma helped establish Racial Initiative for Students and Educators (RISE) to foster discussion on race and inequity in research and pedagogy. She received a number of awards and fellowships, including the School of Education Fellowship and the American Educational Research Association's Dissertation Minority Fellowship in Education Research Award.
In addition to faculty who are committed to equity and social justice—topics she is keenly interested in—Annamma also credits CU's doctoral program for preparing her with intensive qualitative and quantitative research training, policy analysis and development of a conceptual framework that focuses on educational equity.
"The School of Education at CU-Boulder is a national leader in special education and English Language Learner preparation," she said. "It's a challenge to get a PhD, but I was lucky to connect with a nurturing group of faculty members and students who were amazing role models and community."


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text: At this point even Thomas Sowell thinks that blacks rioting if Obama loses, is a real possibility. Obama, Louis Fararrakan, Jesse Jackson, Al Sharpton and company have been pushing the racial and economic divide so hard the last 4 years that these people truly believe that White America is out to get them, and I don't doubt one bit that there will be riots in the big cities if Obama loses. The real issue is whether there will be a Middle class American uprising if Obama wins. IMHO, the hard working middle class can't bear the brunt of supporting the entitlement crowd any longer. I think that they are going to snap at some point, and there is liable to be a 50 million person march on D.C. by the middle class.