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"Paranormal Activity 3" is the second sequel in the Paranormal Activity franchise. So by now, I presume you all know what the deal is. Two sisters have been plagued since childhood by a malevolent spirit… when the ghostly phenomena begin to manifest themselves, someone close to them sets up cameras in order to capture the occurrences on film. We're treated to the views from these cameras during the night (or day at times in this one), and a round of "What's going to move?" ensues.
This third chapter goes back to the girl's childhoods in order to explore the root causes of their curse, and the addition of the children, plus the mythology the film crafts around the source of the events give this film enough variation so that it doesn't feel like the total retread that the second one did. It can safely be called a "Return to Form".
Katie and Kristi are the two daughters of Julie, a single mother who has allowed her boyfriend to move in with them. The boyfriend is a wedding photographer and videographer by trade, so he has a wide array of video equipment, including VHS cameras (the movie is set in the late 80s) and editing equipment. So when young Kristi starts talking to an imaginary friend, and a ghostly shape appears at the end of another video, they're well prepared to blanket the house with perpetual surveillance.
Including the two young girls was a clever idea for this film. Aside from giving you someone to care about and be afraid for, it also interjects a clever new angle of seeing the events from a child's perspective. The "Imaginary Friend" is a creepy horror trope (though "Tobe" can't hold a candle to Captain Howdy!). So is the "Closet with the small door," and this movie has one of those as well. If this movie had incorporated the "Talking Doll" it could have hit the trifecta!
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The crowd certainly didn't seem phased though. Having the day off yesterday, I initially thought I would go to an early showing of the movie during the afternoon, and be home and have my review written and ready to go for this morning, all before supper. But at some point the realization dawned on me that this is the type of movie you WANT to see in a crowded theatre… to GET that audience reaction. And sure enough, all that was missing was a couple of night vision cameras, and my audience could have been a commercial for the movie. There were no empty seats, and the crowd whimpered, screamed and laughed nervously as if the movie were a ballpark organist calling up sound effects on cue.
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May 13, 2010 at 9:22 pm #1258913
Ty WagnerMember
@ty27wagnerLocale: Wisconsin
What is the length of rope issued by Philmont for the bear bag rope. The 2010 guide lists 100'on page 18. I've seen both 150' and 100' listed in various places and was wondering what they actually issue. We have already purchased 300' of the blue amsteel rope so we are set in either case.May 14, 2010 at 4:31 pm #1609881
Jim ColtenBPL Member
@jcoltenLocale: MN
You can get by with 100 feet if you stay on Philmont property and don't use an OOPs bag. I'm told that some of the campsites in the Valle Vidal don't have bear cables and need more rope … will find out this July.May 17, 2010 at 4:57 pm #1610732
Scott BentzBPL Member
@scottbentzLocale: Southern California
We took 2 lengths of Blue Amsteel 150' each. It was too much rope. I think 100; would be fine if you haven't already cut it down in half. Also, the rope is hard to work with when new. It's best to get out and get it dirty, wet, etc. as it becomes a little more pliable. You can also wrap the rope around a stick to help haul it up.May 18, 2010 at 8:28 pm #1611100
Glenn SmithBPL Member
@gosmithpaLocale: Southern Arizona
We took two 150' lengths last year which was actually too much. Two 100' lengths on a non Valle Vidale trek should work fine. I agree with the comments about the rope being difficult to use when new. Our crew had a tough time keeping it untangled. This can become quite frustrating and time consuming. I would definitely practice or devise an alternate solution. We plan to do something different for our trek in 2011.
Make sure you have the specifications with you for the rope because you may need to convince your ranger it is acceptable. Each one is different. The rope when untangled is terrific.May 19, 2010 at 6:11 pm #1611481
+1 on frustration with tangles
Just stuffing it in a stuff sack rather than rolling it up reduced the problem with tangles. This is because tangles are caused by "loops" pulling through each other and rolling the rope elbow to wrist as the boys like to do creates lots of loops for the next use.
On our next Philmont trek, I plan to wrap the rope around a flat 4"x12" rectangular plastic sheet with V notches cut in the 4" sides.May 27, 2010 at 5:36 pm #1614647
david richardsonBPL Member
@drichiLocale: midwest
Al, what kind of plastic sheet did you have in mind? I am looking for something as well to try and put our ropes on. daveMay 27, 2010 at 9:12 pm #1614713
Hi David,
I was thinking of using something light and rigid such as foam poster board. Here is a quick sketch of the idea to keep from tangling the 150' of Amsteel bear rope.
If you give it a try, let me know how it works.
AlMay 27, 2010 at 9:15 pm #1614714
Travis LeannaBPL Member
@t-lLocale: Wisconsin
I did that same thing with paint stirrers–those pieces of wood that are about a foot long, an inch wide, and 1/8 inch thick. I cut it down to about 6 inches, put notches in the end, and it holds about 75 feet of Kelty triptease. Weighs almost nothing. However, plastic might be more durable, since the wood these stirrers are made out of is slightly better grade than balsa wood!May 31, 2010 at 5:42 pm #1615517
david richardsonBPL Member
@drichiLocale: midwest
Al, I made a holder out of 3/16" foam poster board today from your sketch. It holds 150' of Amsteel rope very well. I will let you know how the boys do with it. May have to come up with some kind of dirt bag or something to get the rope over the bear cable. thanks for the idea, daveMay 31, 2010 at 6:18 pm #1615521
Brian BarnesBPL Member
@brianjbarnesLocale: Midwest
My 0.45 ounce solution (from an old Camel Back dryer). I ended up clipping the ends a bit closer to reach the 0.45 oz mark.Jun 14, 2010 at 10:02 pm #1620147
Bob SummersMember
@sm498Locale: San Francisco Bay Area
For our two crews in 2009 we got 300 feet of 7/64 Amsteel Blue from Redden Marine. We cut 2 – 100 foot pieces for the main ropes. I don't remember for sure but I think we had 2 – 50 foot sections for the oops bag. We also spliced in a small loop at the center of the main lines. We used the loop to clip in a carabiner and a climbing pulley to make raising the oops bag easier.
We didn't have a problem with tangles; I've got my guys trained to put up ropes in a monkeybraid/daisy chain.
One thing to remember is to not let that rope hang free. When it's over the bear line make sure to tie the ends together with a loose knot so that it forms a loop over the bear lines. We didn't do that once and with a little wind we got a tangle 25 feet above the ground. It took some fussing to get our rope back.Jun 23, 2010 at 10:57 am #1622711
Our crew liked Al's block and tackle system. The boys managed to set one up at just under 16oz. One of Al's articles suggested Philmont was "evaluating" the technique but had not yet approved. I called today and talked to the Chief Ranger (Adam H) who appeared to only have a vague recollection of the idea and does not recall that anyone actually evaluated anything in the off season. We are going to bring Al's setup and demonstrate it again to any of the four Assistant Chief Rangers Adam named (Christine S, Alex K, Kirsten A, and/or Matt P). Sounds like we need to be prepared to fall back on the Philmont way – at least with our ligher ropes. We will see if we can get a formal ruling out of Philmont this year. Other crews should consider doing the same.Jun 23, 2010 at 11:21 am #1622719
Joshua GrayBPL Member
Michael, just wanted to let you know you are going to have to be VERY persistent with Philmont to adopt something new! Even when rangers suggested things to the administration in the past, it took a couple of seasons. That being said, all of upper leadership in place in the ranger dept now are great (we were all rangers together back in 05&06). If you can get any of the ACRs excited about it, you will be more likely to succeed. Also, make sure if they do like your proposal, that you sit down with Adam and Mark Anderson (the head of philmont and who will actually be the one to make a decision about changes in the backcountry).Jun 23, 2010 at 11:32 am #1622724
Joshua GrayBPL Member
Oh and just for info everyone, the offical bear rope length is 100'. Just measured mine that I took from the ranch back in '06. Don't think anything has changed since then.
EDIT: I do think if you are bringing your own rope, 150' is definitely a better length as there are a few lines that are way up there and doing your own hanging in the valle, it will be easier with the longer length.Jun 27, 2010 at 5:34 pm #1623884
tkkn cBPL Member
@tkkncLocale: Desert Rat in the Southwest
Just got back from Philmont. The amsteel worked well, except for tangling and untangling the rope. It frustrated a few Scouts in our crew. I would suggest having the scouts practice untangling the rope. Some of our Scouts could not get the concept of shaking the rope to remove the tangles. Instead the wanted to pull the rope through, which just made more knots.Jun 28, 2010 at 5:18 pm #1624269
The response from Philmont below. I'll let you know how it goes when I get back in early August. Many thanks to Al for the great ideas.
From: Adam Herrenbruck
Sent: Friday, June 25, 2010 3:41 PM
To: Philmont Camping
Subject: Re: FW: [Philmont 2010] alternate bear bag procedure
To all it may concern:
I spoke with one crew advisor on the phone about the bear bag system as
proposed by Al Geist.
I explained to him that it would be best to demonstrate it to the Ranger
who can then determine if it will work.
I also requested that he stop by the Ranger office and Ranger Leadership
can look at the system and give a ruling on what we think based on our
Philmont experience. The system is not, as far as I can tell, in
violation of our policies. I do however have some concerns and seeing
the system set up would be helpful.
The system can be stored in a crew locker if it is determined inadequate
for the trail.
Adam Herrenbruck
Chief Ranger
Philmont Scout RanchJul 8, 2010 at 8:05 am #1627225
Sarah KuhnBPL Member
@sckuhnLocale: Mountainous Ohio
Don't count on using ANY alternative Bear rope method this summer at Philmont. There have been multiple incidents with bears this year and any deviation from 'standard' procedure is greatly frowned upon. None of our 4 crews were allowed to use our Amsteel blue on our treks in late June… prior to most of the bear incidents…. Some ounces aren't worth the hastle – enjoy the hike!Jul 8, 2010 at 3:15 pm #1627335
Perry ClarkMember
Just returned from 2010 trek. Saw only one bear, not a threat. No incidents with our crew/gear.
Rangers and staff at PSR are very strict regarding bear precautions. Whilst the provided ropes are not perhaps the best, they work more than adequately using the prescribed procedures. Lighter ropes may save a few ounces, but unless you're carrying much stuff that's not needed, the rope weights won't be a significant issue.
We did hear of several bear incidents, but I cannot report with confidence on the credibility of the reports. Widely variant reports on same incidents cropped up repeatedly.
My recommendation is to follow PSR procedures for hanging smellables, and use their gear. Effective, and the staff are comfortable with their procedures. Small gains in using non-prescribed methods/gear don't outweigh cost and time involved in arguing with staff.Jul 9, 2010 at 11:41 am #1627573
Phil BartonBPL Member
@flyfastLocale: Oklahoma
The ONLY Philmont provided gear that our crews have used in the last few years have been the bear ropes & bags.
The weight impact across a crew is a few ounces per hiker.
There are many worse problems to have.
Have a GREAT time at Philmont!Jul 9, 2010 at 8:34 pm #1627727
Nate WardBPL Member
@tdawardLocale: The woods of the South
I just returned from PSR on Tuesday….we used our 1000lb kevlar rope without any questions, got it approved at the issue point. There are no cables in the Vidal, that's where the extra lengths come in play…We ended up finding a Philmont issued rope and used it with three loops tied in it about 2' apart, hooked beaners up to those and looped our Kevlar trough them. Hoist that rope up and then we pulled our bags up through the beaners. That made it easy….As far as the issued bear bags…why carry an extra bag to put your stuff sack in? Tie a loop in the rope and clip your bag on the rope…Jul 9, 2010 at 10:02 pm #1627744
Bruce TolleyBPL Member
@btolleyLocale: San Francisco Bay Area
Does anyone know if Philmont has ever considered building bear boxes like you find at some back country sites in the Sierras or adopting the use of hard sided bear cannisters?
During my 2007 Trek I was a bit shocked at the damage to trees and soil caused at the bear bag hanging sites, the latter of which is evident in the photo by the original poster. I asked our ranger and one or two other staffers the same question and they did not know what bear boxes or bear cannisters were.Jul 10, 2010 at 11:06 am #1627818
Nate WardBPL Member
@tdawardLocale: The woods of the South
I put on my suggestion questionar that they should put posts in the ground at the cables to avoid the damage to the trees. They try to keep the damage to a minimum and in a consolidated area. It is a well kept place for having 21,000 people a year go through it….Jul 13, 2010 at 6:38 pm #1628725
> To all it may concern:
> I spoke with one crew advisor on the phone about the bear bag system as proposed by Al Geist.
Hi Mike.
I just heard back from Philmont Crew 627-B-13 who used my bear bag pulley system for their entire trek. Here is their report:
Just returned from Philmont this past weekend, and used your
Bear Bag Rope system, or a variation of it, during the whole trek.
A few comments:
On the whole, yours is a great system. We replaced the inexpensive
"Harbor Freight" pulleys with smaller and higher-quality sailboat tackle,
but used your hook design and am-steel rope exactly as shown.
Like your crew, we found the mechanical advantage of the four pulleys
allowed us do away with the "Oops Bag" entirely, as the largest loads
(even on food pick-up days) could be easily hoisted by two youth crew members
We did have minor problems in two areas:
- Low Bear Bag Cables: Several Philmont bear bag cables are too low
to allow for the required drop when using the string spool toggle as the
jam mechanism. On cables minimally only 15'-16' above the ground,
the bottoms of our lowest bear bags would hang 12'-13' above the ground
when fully raised, but then drop to an unacceptable 8'-9' as the toggle
rose and the bags descended (at a 4:1 ratio).
Solution: In these instances, we merely placed our release spool and
twine into our rope bag, and tied off the rope and bag to a single tree
using the standard Philmont wrap method. This kept our bottom pulley
and the bear bags fully against the low bear bag cable.
- Hook Release Twine Issues:
Occasionally, other crews would entangle
our hook release string, rendering it unusable.
In these situations, we found that the hook could still be easily
and reliably released as long as there was any other bear bag still
hanging on the cable. All that was required was to drop our bags, and
while holding our bottom pulley at ground level, walk the hook and
upper pulley along the bear bag cable until it contacted another crew's
tie-off line. At that point, the hook would readily rotate off the cable
and onto that line, and slide down the other crew's line to the level where
it was tied off.
Occasionally, tugging on the release twine failed to release the hook.
In these cases, simply throwing the twine spool back over the bear cable
(in the reverse of the direction from which it originally came)
allowed dropping the hook with a simple tug.
All-in-all, it is a great system. The trade-off in weight, and
particularly in ease of raising heavy loads, was well worth the effort.
I would definitely use the system again!
Bob (Crew 627-B-13)Aug 3, 2010 at 12:58 pm #1634591
Well we got back from out trek. I did get a chance to demonstrate Al's technique to Adam and a good part of his staff before we went out on the trail. Had a little trouble engaging the hook but it came off beautifully. (We have since modified Al's technique to just tie the lead line to the end of the hook. It goes on easier and releases by throwing the lead line back over the cable.)
Unfortunately Adam and his staff were entirely closed minded about any deviations from the Philmont way. The lawyers have them so spooked they were not even rational claiming the technique to hang the bags would somehow increase the incidence of bear attacks. They even rejected the use of our Amsteel rope claiming it was too thin, not as strong, and could not be held by scouts despite my explanations and demonstrations to the contrary. Adam suggested we would have to appeal directly to the PSR professionals not the rangers.
I was most disappointed that neither Adam or any of his senior staff had any idea about the AT or PCT bear bagging methods. They seem to have an attitude that there are only two ways to do things – the PSR way and the wrong way. I was at least hoping they were on top of all the techniques and had some good reason for rejecting these other approaches. Alas not.
I might recommend that the individuals rangers (not the chief ranger or his senior staff) were much more rational and receptive to new ideas. For example we checked out the mandatory frisbee and spatula and promptly deposited them in our locker. We went out on the trail with two paint strainer bags and our ranger thought they were just great. It might suggest you also check out the PSR bear ropes and chuck them into the locker also and take the Amsteel/pully system on the trail. The trees could sure use a break from the LNT-unfriendly PSR method.
We did have a good time despite the bear bagging method disappointments and the heavy rains. The PSR bear ropes get really heavy with all the waterlogging – another reason to switch to the Amsteel. Regardless, we had 8 in the crew with fully loaded weights between 24 and 30 pounds and the remaining three all at 35 pounds. From what we observed that was about half the weight of the next lightest crew in our 721 group. No blisters or sprains unlike our sister crew that had three pulled off the trail for those reasons.Jan 11, 2012 at 4:48 pm #1823500
Dan StellutoMember
@dstellutoLocale: NE Ohio
August 2012 will be our first trip to Philmont. We need to get our bear bag equipment lined up now – for our conditioning campouts. Although I embrace everything about Al's PCT method, I will stick to the heavy 150' 1/4" rope that Philmont recommends (just to be safe). First time out – I don't want any surprises from staff, so I'd better get my boys ready for Philmont's method.
That being said, I'll also avoid the lighter Amsteel Blue option too. What rope would you recommend? Everything REI has is metric (no 1/4 inch). Also, should we get accustomed to packing an extra 1/4" length of rope for the oops bag?
Thanks in advance,
- Low Bear Bag Cables: Several Philmont bear bag cables are too low
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"We are common people. The world is too big for us. We have no choice but to trust in it."
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"We are common people. The world is too big for us. We have no choice but to trust in it."
Multiple National Award winning director Jahnu Barua is known for making subtle statements against the shallowness and the inaptness of human life and its limitations. His latest offering 'Baandhon (waves of Silence)' is another fine tuned expression on the common man's life and how it gets affected by the developments in his surrounding.
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Blend all of the ingredients for pumpkin pie filling (everything except for wonton wrappers) in a blender until smooth. Press 1 wonton wrapper into each prepared muffin tin.
Pour pumpkin pie filling into each wonton wrapper, distributing evenly between the 12 muffin tins.
Bake in pre-heated oven 12-15 minutes, or until pumpkin filling is set, and wonton wrappers become slightly golden brown. When completely cooled, place whipped topping in a large ziplock bag, and snip off one of the corners. Pipe whipped topping onto each pumpkin pie just before serving.
Sprinkle a dash of cinnamon over the top if desired. Enjoy!
Note: Store these mini pumpkin pies in the fridge until ready to serve.
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Film festivals giveth, but they also taketh away. When The Right Kind of Wrong had its world premiere last month at the Toronto International Film Festival, its status as an evening gala burdened this pleasantly comical diversion with expectations it was never intended to support. Now, no longer shoehorned into a beefy lineup of the season's Most Important Films, its mild sitcom charms can breathe easier.
True Blood's Ryan Kwanten plays Leo Palamino, a failed author-cum-dishwasher whose ex-wife becomes rich and famous chronicling his faults in a popular blog and bestselling book. But he shrugs off the insult, for not only does Leo have unusually thick skin, he has a new object of his affection: the comely, spirited Colette (Sara Canning).
So what if he first spots her on the day she is marrying the handsome lawyer-philanthropist-Olympian-with-perfect-teeth Danny Hart (Ryan McPartlin). "Everyone has baggage," Leo says, propositioning her during the reception. And so he sets out to win Colette's heart in all manner of socially inappropriate ways: sending her flowers on her honeymoon, stalking her at work, following her out to the mobile home she keeps as her secret haven from her new life of luxury. In the process, Leo gets beaten up by a gang of teens, evicted from his house and shot in the testicles while hang-gliding. Indeed testicular humour abounds.
Director Jeremiah Chechik, who has been working in TV since his last feature (The Avengers) 15 years ago, imposes a stiff pace on the proceedings, toggling between broad physical comedy that aches for a laugh track and oddball moments of genuine whimsy.
Canning is feisty and fun and Kwanten is besotted and bug-eyed, but keeping them apart leaves too little opportunity for fizzy cheer. Mind you, some performers can conjure droll eccentricity all on their own. Catherine O'Hara pops up every now and then as Colette's free-spirited mom, and hits the sweet spot everyone else is aiming for. "If I were 20 years younger," she tells Leo in a drawl, "and not in a committed polyamorous relationship with a bunch of people in Anchorage, I'd [have sex with] you." More, please.Report Typo/Error
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The Hudson Valley Community College men's bowling team won their first conference match of the season and the women finished second at Herkimer this afternoon.
The men edged Schenectady by nine pins led by the Pelton brothers. James Pelton (LaSalle Institute/Troy) rolled a game-high 298 for a 734 series, and his brother Andrew Pelton (LaSalle Institute/Troy) added a 714 series.
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It Looks Brushed not Chrome?
Is It Chorme or Brushed?
i wanted the chrome one?
The one in the picture is chrome, it's just a bad scan. I got the chrome one as well, although they do offer both polished and brushed models.
I got a chorme one for sale for the older escalade 99-00.
I am asking $45.00 for it and it comes with the mounting hardware.
will it fit a 03 EXT?
They're pretty universal.
I was shopping around and I think fueldoors.com is actually the best quality. I think they're pretty much the originators of that, and they have so many models that are all very high quality. They can also do all sorts of color matching combos, like if you want the outer ring to be colored, or if you want the screws colored.
Some of the custom ones on there are over $1000!
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How To Replace an Old Garage door Lock system
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I inherited a very obsolete garage door locking system with my house.
There were cables attached to the lock, when I turned the handle a metal cord that wraps around a plate would pull two pins out from under two stops and allow the door to be opened.
The springs in the pins wore out and they wouldn't engage when I let go of the handle.. garage door stayed open.
I was unable to find any parts anywhere because the thing was so old
1) Removed old cable
2) Measured out space between center of handle and the middle of the pins
3) Got piece of metal stock 1x1/4
4) Lined up stock with existing holes in the pins marked holes on metal stock
5) Lined up stock with handle plate marked holes for both
6) Drilled holes in the metal stock
7) Drilled holes in handle plate.
8) Attached bolts into 4 holes Pin to stock, stock to handle plate, handle plate to stock and stock to pin
9) Door works like new
1 free piece of metal -Craigslist ,
45 minutes of work
4 bolts and 4 nuts I had laying around
There are a few of these doors where I live I am sure they were pretty common in the 60's Hope this helps some one out.
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But how did you get the locking spring action to work again when you simply let go of the handle?
Are you saying you replaced the cable with a metal flat stock? How did you keep the rod from falling down? I would assume there is no spring action to close/lock the door again?
Post a picture so we can see your finished work.
edit; not trying to nit pick, I am just not clear on how you did this.
Hey Guys,
The door doesn't spring back any more, its a manual turn to open and close.
There are two pins at either ends that stop the door from opening. They are part of the door, the cable used to be attached to both. I just swapped cable for metal stock. Working on the picture will post.
Thanks was a big help, iam getting ready to tackle mine.
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I've never had headaches in my life -- until 2 weeks after Botox. How long will it last?
I got Botox 3 weeks ago in my forehead, crows' feet, and masseters. About 1 week ago, I got a splitting headache that wouldn't go away. I had one or two days of relief, but today it came back again. It's in the center and back of my head, and only gets worse if I move my head back or side to side. I have never had headaches in my entire life so I can only assume it's related to the Botox, even though it's 2 weeks later. How long should I expect this to last? Is there anything I can do to get relief?
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala.—Dr. Thayer Scudder, author and professor emeritus of anthropology at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) will lecture at Birmingham-Southern College on Thursday, March 28, at 11 a.m. in the Norton Campus Center Theatre.
Scudder will speak on "Global Threats, Global Futures: Learning to Live with Declining Living Standards" as part of Phi Beta Kappa Visiting Scholars Program. He will discuss the interplay of an increasing number of global threats of which he says the world currently has neither the leadership nor institutional capacity to deal with at national and international levels.
As a development anthropologist, Scudder has done research and consulting over a 55-year period in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and North America working on socioeconomic issues dealing with poverty, large-scale development projects (dams and irrigation, in particular), and forced community relocation. His most recent book, Global Threats, Global Futures, focuses on the inability of national and international institutions to deal with declining living standards.
Founded in 1956, the Visiting Scholars Program makes possible the exchange of ideas between some of the nation's most distinguished scholars and resident faculty and students. Founded in 1776, Phi Beta Kappa is the nation's oldest academic honor society. BSC's Phi Beta Kappa chapter, Beta of Alabama, has been in place at the College since 1937.
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Will my BELOTERO under eye results get better after 1 week? (photo)
This is 1 week after BELOTERO under my eyes and Juvederm in my cheeks. I am still seeing some dark under my eyes and they are very un even I am afraid I look way better before. Will this result be it or I still have to wait for product to get smoother. I also still feel some pain in my cheeks. I hate how I look with make up looks worst and when i exercise I get puffier under my eyes. I am very frustrated , and afraid to get anything else put into face :(.
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Expectations One Week Post Belotero
It is not unusual to still see swelling one week after filler injections in lower eyelid area, given the high propensity of swelling with any manipulation of this fragile area. Allow another 2 weeks or so for swelling to resolve. I typically see my post-op filler patients at 2 weeks after procedure. That is a good time for your clinician to intervene.
Swelling after Belotero
All injectables can result in swelling. The skin around the eye is very thin and therefore will show the swelling and bruising more prominently than thicker skin of the cheeks and around the mouth. Be patient. If it does not resolve after several weeks, return to your physician for hyaluronidase injections to dissolve the filler.
Swelling after Belotero
It is not uncommon to have swelling under the eyes after belotero. This can take sometimes 2-3 weeks to completely resolve. I would suggest waiting and then going back to your provider so he/she can further evaluate you. Good Luck.
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Hello and thanks for your question. Swelling after Belotero injections under the eyes can last anywhere from 2-4 weeks. I would give it some time to see if it gets better. Either way, you should definitely follow up with the person that did your injections so he/she can evaluate you. Worse comes to worse, if you are not happy with your results you can have the Belotero dissolved using Hyaluronidase. Good luck to you!
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Thank you for posting the pictures.
It is not clear if both products were injected at the same time.
I agree that the before pictures are much better and that you had better features before product placement.
Wait 3 weeks before you consider dissolution with Vitrase.
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It is not clear if both products were injected at the same time.
I agree that the before pictures are much better and that you had better features before product placement.
Wait 3 weeks before you consider dissolution with Vitrase.
Dr. Karamanoukian
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Stryker Corp. is a multi-billion dollar company. Its subsidiary, Stryker Orthopaedics, controls nearly one-quarter of the U.S. hip and knee implant market. A massive hip implant recall and lawsuits plague the company.
Stryker Corp. began with one inventor's idea for a new kind of hospital bed. From that inspiration eventually came a line of innovative products, from cast cutters to hip implants, that helped make Stryker a global competitor in the medical technology industry. What started out as a small business now employs more than 20,000 people and brought in $9.6 billion in 2014.
Through acquisitions – beginning with the Osteonics Corporation of New Jersey and culminating with the giant Howmedica – Stryker grew into a major player in orthopaedics and is now the second-largest seller of orthopaedic devices. A subsidiary of the parent company, Stryker Orthopaedics was created in 1998, and by 2011 it was listed as one of the top 15 most profitable orthopaedic and spine device companies in the world. Its hip, knee, shoulder and bone products continue to multiply and are used by millions.
Stryker Orthopaedics was forced to recall the Rejuvenate and the ABG II modular-neck hip stems in July 2012 after reports of pain, infection and complex revision surgeries. In 2013, it recalled a similar model of implants, its Accolade modular system. Accolade's design similarities extend to the complications, and Stryker faced mounting lawsuits over the implants. In 2014, the company settled thousands of lawsuits for $1.4 billion.
History of Stryker
Dr. Homer Stryker began selling inventions in 1941 and incorporated the Orthopaedic Frame Company in Kalamazoo, Michigan, in 1946. His first significant invention was a mobile hospital bed later known as Circ-O-Lectric. One of his next major inventions was an oscillating saw used to cut cast material.
|Fast facts about Stryker
|Established: 1941
|Headquarters: Kalamazoo, Mich.
|Founder: Homer Stryker
|Size: More than 20,000 employees worldwide
|2014 Revenue: $9.6 billion
In 1964, the company changed its name to the Stryker Corporation. Dr. Stryker retired, leaving his son, Lee Stryker, as general manager of the company. Ten years later, in 1979, Stryker joined the orthopaedic implant market by purchasing the Osteonics Corporation of New Jersey. The next year, Stryker Corp. divided into three segments: surgical, medical and osteonics.
The osteonics division had its own sales force, specializing in orthopaedic implants. Another of this division's early products was the first high-performance cordless power tool for orthopaedics. Stryker received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1991 to market the first implants that didn't require bone cement.
Today, three grandchildren of Homer Stryker are among the world's billionaires: Ronda Stryker ($2.8 billion), Pat Stryker ($1.6 billion) and Jon Stryker ($1.3 billion).
Establishing Stryker Orthopaedics
Stryker in 1998 bought Howmedica, an orthopaedic division of Pfizer, for $1.65 billion. With that, Stryker Orthopaedics was established, and the acquisition immediately made Stryker a significant competitor in the joint implant market. The same year, IndustryWeek listed Stryker's osteonics plant in New Jersey as one of the 10 best U.S. manufacturers.
Stryker entered the global orthopaedic market in 2001 with the Stryker Knee 1.0. Continuing its international expansion, the CentPillar hip stem was manufactured for the Japanese market in 2003. The company's expansion efforts were rewarded: Medical Product Outsourcing listed Stryker as one of the top 10 global medical device companies in 2003.
|Stryker stayed on the list with a string of new acquisitions. Among them:
|Spine Core, Inc. (2004)
|Ascent Healthcare Solutions, Inc. (2009)
|OtisMed Corp. (2009)
|Sonopet (2009)
|Orthovita (2011)
Stryker Orthopaedics grew to the point that it held nearly 25 percent of the U.S. artificial hip and knee markets and 16 percent of the worldwide orthopaedic market by 2010. Its major products were hip stems and unicondylar systems.
Today, Stryker, DePuy and Biomet dominate a device industry worth about $6.7 billion annually, accounting for some 70 percent of sales of hip and knee implants to U.S. hospitals.
|Stryker Orthopaedics manufactures a variety of products, including:
|Knee replacement systems
|Shoulder and elbow systems
|Total hip replacement systems
|Bone substitutes
|Bone cement
Defective Hip Implants
One of Stryker's innovative hip implant designs – stems with modular necks – allows surgeons to select neck and stem components to customize the devices for individual patients. The Rejuvenate (introduced in 2008) and the ABG II (2009) were supposed to offer increased stability and flexibility, and were implanted in 20,000 U.S. patients.
But the implants proved to be harmful to patients, as the metal necks and metal stems rubbed against each other, releasing metal ions into surrounding tissues, bones and the bloodstream. The innovative design came to a screeching halt with a July 2012 recall, which warned of "fretting and corrosion."
Claimants with defective hip implants filed lawsuits against the company. With thousands of lawsuit pending, Stryker settled thousands of cases for $1.43 billion in 2014. Each plaintiff was expected to receive about $300,000 in compensation, but people who did not participate in the settlement are still eligible to file a lawsuit.
Defective Knee Implants
In 2007, the FDA warned Stryker about procedural problems at two of its joint manufacturing facilities in Ireland and New Jersey. The warning letters let Stryker know that two knee components, the Duracon and Scorpio, and other components were not conforming to manufacturing standards.
In 2012, Stryker recalled 26,000 of its EIUS Unicompartmental Knee Systems over high revision rates. Lawsuits over the EIUS have followed. Some of Stryker's other knee products — the Total Knee, Scorpio CR and PS components — have been partially or totally recalled.
In addition to recalling certain knee products, Stryker had to submit to federal supervision for 18 months because of allegations that it was paying surgeons to use its devices.
Only a few months later, in May 2012, Stryker responded to scrutiny concerning another knee device. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) originally subpoenaed Stryker in 2012 for sales and marketing practices associated with the OtisKnee device. Following negotiations with the DOJ, Stryker reached a settlement of $33 million. While the devices are not associated with the complications the ABG and Rejuvenate are known for, Stryker's policies regarding knee implants leave room for improvement.
Elbow Implant Recalls
Stryker also faces problems stemming from its elbow implants. On August 20, 2015, the FDA issued a class II recall for Styker's rHead Lateral Stem. The implant is used to replace the proximal end of the radius, a bone in the forearm. The recall affects about 17,000 devices sold worldwide.
The components included in the recall are: rHead, uHead, Sigmoid Notch, Remotion and Radio Capitellum. According to Stryker, the packaging of the KIT may be compromised during transportation and this could damage the sterile barrier. The company sent letters to its branches and agencies on June 24, 2015.
"There have been no reported adverse events related to this lot-specific voluntary recall," Stryker Orthopedics' senior public relations manager, Jeanine Guilfoyle, told Medscape Medical News.
The Future of Stryker
Stryker will likely face more lawsuits related to its hip implants, which could cost the company hundreds of millions of dollars to resolve.
Lawsuits from faulty implants are not the only legal troubles Stryker faces. In October 2013, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission fined the company $13.2 million, alleging the joint manufacturer masked over $2 million in bribes as consulting services, charitable donations, commissions and travel expenses. Stryker Corp. neither denied nor admitted to the charges.
Internal documents showed that among the bribes was a six-night New York hotel stay and Broadway tickets given to a hospital director and his wife by Stryker's Polish unit. According to the documents, the visit was to "strengthen [the doctor's] conviction that Stryker products are the best solution for her hospital."
Stryker plans to continue its focus on sales outside the U.S. In January 2013, Stryker purchased Trauson, China's leading manufacturer of products used in trauma surgery. The acquisition gave Stryker access to a rapidly growing Chinese market.
Stryker Orthopaedics CEO Kevin Lobo, who took over in late 2012, said the company plans to shift its focus from products to systems, like examining the value of a product for patients, surgeons and manufacturing companies. He plans to put time into branding and other marketing strategies.
The demand for orthopaedic products is growing steadily, especially as the obesity rates rise and as there are more people seeking an active lifestyle in spite of injuries. Stryker executives have said the company plans to stay afloat in the competitive orthopaedic industry by creating implants with greater longevity, continued investment in research and enhanced customization.


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Burglaries Persist Throughout Peninsula
Even though many Rockaway residents have returned home and the street lights have gone on throughout the peninsula, incidents of burglary continue throughout the peninsula.
In the 100 Precinct in Rockaway Park, statistics for early December show that burglaries for the week in relation to the same period last year rose to 11 from 6, a rise of 83.3 percent, not as precipitous a raise as in past weeks, but a raise nevertheless.
The 28-day measure shows that burglaries during that period rose to 53 from 10, a 430 percent raise.
In the 101 Precinct in Far Rockaway, burglary incidents climbed for the week of December 3 through December 9 to eight from one the previous year, a rise of 700 percent. For the 28 day period ending on December 9, the incidence of burglary grew to 28 from 12, a rise of 133.3 percent.
Police sources say that the burglary rate is directly tied to Superstorm Sandy and the fact that so many homes have been abandoned over the past five weeks. They expect the burglary pattern to end as more people come home.


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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. --- Freshmen Jacy Leon and Kayla Harris hit back-to-back home runs in game two of a doubleheader Saturday against Memphis to help UAB sweep the Tigers in the Conference USA season opener at George Ward Park. The Blazers won a pitchers dual in game one, 2-1 and exploded on offense to take game two, 8-3. UAB improves to 13-6 on the season, while Memphis drops to 8-9.
"It's great to have 20 hits in just two games against a very tough Memphis team," said UAB head coach Marla Townsend. "Memphis is a phenomenal team and really pushed us today. We were very productive from the plate. In game two, we scored in three consecutive innings and that's exactly what we need to do. Our defense was strong and we showed confidence at the plate. We look forward to the final game of the series tomorrow."
It took just over two hours and eight innings to complete game one of a doubleheader between UAB and Memphis.
The game remained scoreless until the Tigers jumped out to a 1-0 lead in the top of the fifth inning. Bridgette McNulty led of the inning with a double down the left field line and was sacrificed to third by Kimberly Hayden. Memphis plated their only run on a fielder's choice to Krzan at short that allowed McNulty to score from third.
UAB Sophomore Holly Krzan tied the game in the bottom of the sixth inning with her fourth home run of the year. Krzan's shot over cleared the left center field fence and pushed the game even at 1-1.
Both teams went down in order in the seventh frame to go to extra innings. Memphis led off the eighth with a double down the left field line by Lindsay Pridgen. Nelson came up big for the Blazers leaving Pridgen stranded at third with the game tied.
Krzan led of the home half of the eighth with a single up the middle. Freshman Andrea Rogers followed with a fielder's choice that forced Krzan out at second. Junior Nicole Whitlock came through with a double to left field to put runners at second and third with one out. Sophomore Leigh Walker had the game-winning single to over the right fielders head to score Rogers for the win.
Nelson gets the win for the Blazers and improves to 5-0 after throwing eight complete innings. She only allowed one run on four hits, while striking out seven.
At the plate, Whitlock went 3-for-4 and Walker was 2-for-4 with an RBI. Krzan had another big game going 2-for-4 with a run scored and a RBI. UAB out-hit the Tigers, 10-4 in game one.
Nicki Johnson took the loss for Memphis and falls to 4-4 on the season.
UAB took control of game two from the very beginning. Junior Lindsay Stanley gave the Blazers an early lead after scoring on a Krzan single to left field. In the first innings, UAB plated one run on two hits.
The Blazers offense came alive again in the second and third innings scoring a run in each frame. In the second inning, Walker led off with a single to center field. She eventually came around to score after one illegal and two wild pitches. With a 2-0 lead, Rogers hit her fourth home run of the season in the third inning.
Memphis rallied in the fourth inning to pull within one run of the Blazers. McNulty hit a double to right center field with one out to start the rally. Hayden followed with a ground out to second base to bring Melissa Nance to the plate. Nance cleared the bases with her second home run this season.
UAB extended its lead in the sixth inning after Leon and Harris hit back-to-back home runs. Leon's shot was a two-run blast down the left field line and her first in her collegiate career. Harris followed on the very next pitch and belted a solo home run to left center field. In the inning, UAB had five consecutive hits accounting for five runs.
The Tigers made an attempt at a comeback in the seventh but only managed one run in the final inning.
Sophomore Amanda Antonovich improves to 3-1 in the circle for UAB. She pitched 4.1 innings, allowing two runs on four hits. Harris gets the save after pitching 2.2 innings of solid relief.
Jenna Kubesch takes the loss for the Tigers and falls to 3-3. Cara Stiles led the way at the plate going 2-for-3 with a run scored.
UAB had eight of its nine batters get at least one hit in the game. Stanley went 2-for-4 with two runs scored, while Krzan was 2-for-3 with two RBI.
In the two games against Memphis, UAB collected a total of 20 hits and scored 10 runs.
The Blazers will conclude the series with the Tigers Sunday at George Ward Park starting at 1 p.m. For complete coverage of UAB athletics visit www.uabsports.com.


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Guitar Sensation Jacob Johnson Performs LIVE at the Classic Wineseller Thanksgiving Weekend
|Arts & Entertainment
|The Classic Wineseller
|20 Church Street
|Kay S. Miller
|Nov 30, 2013
Waynesville, NC - The Classic Wineseller, 20 Church Street in Waynesville presents singer-songwriter, guitarist Jacob Johnson on Saturday, November 30 at 7pm. Beginning at 5:30pm the Wineseller's kitchen prepares fresh tapas and small plate fare. There is a $10 per person minimum which includes food, drink, and retail purchases. Reservations are accepted between 6 and 7pm by calling 828-452-6000 or emailing firstname.lastname@example.com.
Guitar sensation, Jacob Johnson is a young, energetic performer who has shared the stage with songwriting masters from Edwin McCain to David Wilcox, and who hangs out with guitar heroes like Tommy Emmanuel and Tim Reynolds (right-hand man to Dave Matthews).
While it is his flashy guitar pyrotechnics that might grab your attention, his songwriting, personality, and performance style are what set him apart from the rest of the young guitar-slinging pack. In short, to quote Tommy Emmanuel, "Jacob rocks!"
His debut CD offering, Est. 1986, ranges from Dylan-esque folk tunes to quirky ballads, such as the love song to his guitar, "Treat Her Right." Johnson shows that great music doesn't always have to be serious. Johnson likes to call his style of playing "Neo-acoustic folk/funk".
In live performances, his off-the-cuff sense of humor and tongue-in-cheek sensibility disarm the audience and leave them unprepared for his multilayered guitar mastery. Johnson thumps, taps and slaps his guitar into submission, weaving a musical tapestry that usually climbs to sonic frenzy while never losing its balance or control. He delivers thoughtful and realistic lyrics with a wry sort of charisma. He has been compared to John Mayer, James Taylor, Jack Johnson and Keller Williams.
The Classic Wineseller, Waynesville's premier retail wine and craft beer shop, small plate restaurant, and intimate live music venue, presents local, regional, or national talent each Friday and Saturday night at 7pm. For more information visit www.classicwineseller.com or call 828-452-6000.


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Several years ago I threw and bisque fired a very large pot. During a momentary lapse of reason, I painted it with acrylics. I now wish to make amends and remove the paint. I want to fire the pot again to remove the paint, but don't know what would happen if I did. Another potter said it would explode in the kiln. Any comments?
Firing An Acrylic Painted Pot
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Posted 05 December 2013 - 08:52 AM
why would it explode? sometimes people do not ask enough questions when they hear something. contact a paint company technician and ask what happens to acrylic paint in a house fire.
Posted 05 December 2013 - 02:20 PM
the paint will simply burn off. i've done it several times in a gas kiln, also done epoxy too. I dunno if I would do this in an electric kiln due to the burnoff settling on the soft brick and elements. it will likely leave a scum afterward that will need to get scrubbed off. your other option is to sandblast it off, but that can eat away at the clay.
why not just make a new pot?
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Broncos look to local star in playoffs
DENVER - Von Miller is set to have surgery to repair his torn right ACL in Florida on Thursday, and that means former Wallace-Rose Hill and NC State star Nate Irving will fill his spot on the defensive side of the ball when the Broncos host the Chargers.
Nate Irving has filled in at strongside linebacker in the base defense and defensive end Robert Ayers has subbed for Miller on passing downs. Irving has 41 tackles and one sack this season.
Miller's right knee buckled when he was blocked cleanly by Texans tight end Ryan Griffin in Denver's 37-13 win at Houston on Dec. 22. Miller's rehab is expected to take six to nine months, meaning he could miss the start of the Denver Broncos' training camp next summer.
That ended a rough season for the 2011 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year, one that began with him serving a six-game drug suspension. He finished with five sacks in nine games.


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Take, for example, small business owner Adam Lee, chairman of Lee Auto Malls. His family sells vehicles in Maine and has been doing so since 1936. Lee says higher fuel efficiency standards will bring in loads of business, noting that "people want the best gas mileage they can get because it saves money – stronger fuel economy requirements will help me give them that mileage and they'll in turn give me more business."
The poll in question was released this week by Small Business Majority and found that 87 percent of small business owners support federal action to increase fuel efficiency and 80 percent would stand behind a CAFE standard of 60-plus mpg by 2025.
Higher CAFE standards require more (or at least changed) regulation. But there is a strong anti-regulation push among political conservatives in the U.S., who often claim that regulation "kills jobs." Is this accurate? Not according to small business owners. A mere 13 percent of owners surveyed in the poll claim their business suffers most from regulatory restrictions, so most entrepreneurs believe the burden of our current economic situation could be lessened if dynamic policies, not only in regards to fuel efficiency, are implemented.
Now, then, who produced this poll? Small Business Majority calls itself "an advocacy group founded and run by small business owners to focus on solving the biggest problems facing small businesses today" but, back in 2009, the New York Times claimed Small Business Majority had "all the hallmarks of shadowy interest group." You can read all about the group here.
Washington, D.C. – Small business owners support strong national standards to increase energy innovation, according to a new national opinion poll of 1,200 small business owners released today by Small Business Majority. The poll, conducted by Greenberg Quinlan Rosner Research, found that 87 percent of small business owners agree that "improving innovation and energy efficiency are good ways to increase prosperity for small businesses." It also found strong support for higher mileage standards for passenger vehicles and the Environmental Protection Agency's regulation of greenhouse gas emissions from power plants, refineries and other major emitters.
"Small businesses understand that to survive in this tough economy they need to innovate, and that strong energy efficiency standards will assist them in doing so by helping them save money in their own business and creating new market opportunities," said John Arensmeyer, founder and CEO of Small Business Majority. "Right now, helping small businesses grow and put Americans back to work should be the number one priority."
When asked about the biggest challenges facing their small businesses, only 13 percent identified "government regulations" as their top concern. Instead, 43 percent of business owners said the rising costs of doing business-including the cost of fuel, electricity, heating and cooling costs-was a top concern and 46 percent cited uncertainty about the economy.
"Small businesses owners get that stronger standards translates into more jobs and a boost to our struggling economy: a win-win for everyone. As the former chairman of the small business committee, I know that small businesses are the drivers of our economy, and we'd be wise to listen to our primary job creators," said Senator John Kerry.
Small business owners also overwhelmingly support EPA regulation of carbon emissions. By a 3:1 margin, small business owners across the nation support the EPA regulating carbon emissions that cause climate change.
Support is also high in states with large manufacturing sectors like Michigan with 73 percent and Ohio with 75 percent of small business owner's supportive of the EPA regulating carbon emissions. The supportive trend continued in other oversampled states of California, 71 percent and Minnesota, 73 percent.
"EPA regulation of carbon emissions would directly affect my business by encouraging investments in renewable energy," said Stefanie Penn Spear, president of Expedite Renewable Energy in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. "In addition, the economic uncertainty small business owners experience today would decline, since regulation of carbon emissions would stabilize the market place, and entrepreneurs would have concrete goals for the future and begin to innovate accordingly."
On the issue of passenger vehicle fuel efficiency, Small Business Majority finds that 87 percent of small business owners overwhelmingly support adopting strong standards now, and 80 percent support requiring the auto industry to increase mileage to 60 mpg by 2025.
In July, President Obama announced an agreement with automakers to adopt a federal 54.5 mpg standards by the year 2025.
"Higher fuel standards would allow me to expand my business immediately and they would boost my employees' spending power as consumers," said Jonathan Tobias, owner of Michigan Green Cabs in Ann Arbor, Michigan. "In my industry, employees pay fuel prices for the vehicles I supply. If I could give drivers 60 mpg cars, they'd be lining up to work for me since they'd net more pay than they would elsewhere."
Small business owners say stronger gas mileage standards will help American automakers innovate, improve efficiency and compete in the global economy; 73 percent of poll respondents believe the federal government should do more to make American car companies innovate and 71 percent believe American car companies do not innovate enough.
Other findings from the poll include:
Small business owners recognize the value of energy efficiency, clean energy and cutting waste.
68 percent of small business owners have installed energy-saving measures such as energy efficient light bulbs, appliances, windows and insulation.
78 percent recycle.
12 percent have bought hybrid, electric, or alternative fuel vehicles.
For more information visit: http://www.smallbusinessmajority.org/energy/index_national.php
Poll results in this statement represent findings from an Internet survey of 1,257 small business owners nationwide conducted by Greenberg Quinlan Rosner Research for Small Business Majority, +/- 2.76% margin of error.
Small Business Majority is a national nonpartisan small business advocacy organization focused on solving the biggest problems facing America's 28 million small businesses. We conduct extensive opinion and economic research and work with small business owners, policy experts and elected officials nationwide to bring small business voices to the public policy table.


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Emphysema Stages
Progressive Disease
Progressive Disease
Smoking is the most common cause of a serious and sometimes deadly lung condition called emphysema. Emphysema is among several diseases that are known together as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The condition doesn't appear suddenly, but develops slowly and in stages, usually due to years of smoking cigarettes or other types of tobacco.
Click through the slideshow to learn more about the stages of emphysema.
Early Warning Signs
Early Warning Signs
One of the first symptoms of emphysema is difficulty breathing. The Cleveland Clinic notes that most people don't notice these early signs of the condition until at least half of their lung tissue has been damaged or destroyed. After that happens, you may experience shortness of breath or the feeling that you can't inhale enough air. In the early stages of the disease, these breathing problems may only be apparent when you're physically active.
Later Symptoms
Later Symptoms
As emphysema progresses, you may have difficulty breathing and struggle to take in air while sitting still or lying down. Additionally, other symptoms may arise, including:
- a constant cough and wheezing
- overproduction of phlegm
- fatigue
Breathing during eating becomes more difficult, so you may also experience a poor appetite and weight loss.
Reasons to Seek Help
Reasons to Seek Help
Eventually, after several months of experiencing shortness of breath, you may start to suffer from serious medical problems that interfere with your daily activities. The Mayo Clinic recommends seeking medical attention if you experience:
- difficulty talking because you are so short of breath
- a bluish or grayish tinge to your lips or fingernails
- lack of mental alertness
- a fast heartbeat
Related Problems
Related Problems
If your emphysema reaches the later stages, you may also be at risk for several other dangerous complications, such as a heart condition known as cor pumonale. Emphysema often increases pressure in the arteries connecting your lungs to your heart. This can cause an area of your heart to expand and then weaken. Nearly any chronic lung condition that causes low blood oxygen levels for a prolonged period of time can lead to this condition.
Other Complications
Other Complications
Besides heart problems, the later stages of emphysema can lead to additional complications of the lungs:
Holes in lungs. Some emphysema patients develop large holes in their lungs, called giant bullae. These holes can reach the size of half of your lung, which makes it difficult for your lung to expand. Giant bullae can also get infected and may lead to a collapsed lung.
Collapsed lung. If you have severe emphysema, your lung function is very compromised. A collapsed lung at this stage can be fatal.
Why It Happens
Why It Happens
Emphysema causes the air sac walls (called alveoli) in your lungs to become inflamed and over-expand. When this happens, the air sacs lose their ability to expand and contract normally. Air can get trapped in these sacs, causing some to rupture. That leads to formation of one larger air space instead of many smaller ones. Since trapped air can't be fully released, your breathing becomes more labored.
Avoiding the Stages
Avoiding the Stages
Smoking accounts for around 80 percent of all cases of emphysema, according to Cedars-Sinai. Smoke from cigarettes, pipes, and cigars all damage the tiny hairs in your lungs (called cilia) that keep irritating germs and substances out of your airways. Without cilia to clean out your air passages, they become inflamed and the elastic fibers in your lungs break down, causing emphysema. The best strategy against emphysema is prevention.
Practice Prevention
Practice Prevention
The Cleveland Clinic notes that nearly two million people in the United States have emphysema. Once you've developed the condition, you can't reverse it. In fact, it will continue to progressively worsen. There's one sure way to avoid developing emphysema: don't smoke. You should also avoid breathing in secondhand smoke from others, and if you work with dust or chemical fumes, wear a mask on the job. Practice healthy habits to avoid this condition.
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About FDA
Effective Date: 01/10/2003
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|3. Policy
|4. Applicability
|5. Responsibility
|6. Procedures
|7. Record Keeping
|8. Effective Date
This Guide implements PHS regulations concerning the use of express mail and the reporting of costs of such mailings.
This service offers guaranteed next day delivery of items up to 70 lbs. to over 400 cities in the U.S. It also provides a faster than air mail service for items with various weight limits to the United Kingdom, Australia, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, and Japan destinations. Anything that is mailable may be included in the same pouch. A piece of express mail may not weigh more than 70 pounds or measure more than 108 inches in length and girth combined. Returned receipt service is available to furnish the mailer with evidence of delivery. There are three different service options:
1. Custom-Designed Service. The United States Postal Service (USPS) will custom design a program by combining different levels of services to transmit regularly scheduled shipments.
2. Next-Day Service.
a. Post Office to Post Office. Shipments taken to an express mail post office by 5:00 p.m. may be picked up by the addressee at the receiving post office as early as 10:00 a.m. the next business day.
b. Post Office to Addressee. Shipments taken to an express mail post office by 5:00 p.m. will be delivered within the city delivery area to the addressee by 3:00 p.m. the next day.
c. Same-Day Airport.Shipments taken to an airport mail facility may be picked up the same day by the addressee at the destination airport mail facility.
Since express mail is the most expensive service offered by the USPS, it is the policy of the Food and Drug Administration to discourage its use. However, express mail may be used when speed of delivery is critical. Offices are also encouraged to make cost comparisons between express mail service and private carriers in order that they may select the most economical method of shipping each individual package.
This Guide applies to all Headquarters and field organizations.
A. All Center/Office executive officers, or their designees, are responsible for reviewing and approving or disapproving requests by offices in their organizations for use of express mail, for maintaining records of all express mail shipments approved, and for sending original copies of receipts to the FDA Mail Manager (HFA-2l5). Headquarters personnel utilizing the express mail service provided by the Parklawn Program Support Center (PSC) or the College Park (CPK1) Mailroom are exempt from providing the FDA Mail Manager with copies of receipts.
B. All Regional Food and Drug Directors, District and Headquarters Field Activities Directors, or their designees, are responsible for reviewing and approving or disapproving all requests for use of express mail by offices in their respective jurisdictions, for maintaining records of all express mail shipments approved, and for sending original copies of receipts to the FDA Mail Manager.
C. The FDA Mail Manager, Office of Real Property Services (ORPS), Division of Facilities Operations, is responsible for reporting the actual costs of such mailings made by both Headquarters and field activities to the Office of Financial Management.
A. Offices wishing to utilize express mail service must obtain prior approval from the appropriate approving officer (see paragraph 5).
B. After receiving approval, offices should consult with the FDA Mail Manager to select the service option (described in paragraph 2) which would best suit their needs and make necessary arrangements. Please note that custom-design services require prior approval by the FDA Mail Manager.
C. The Agency has been assigned a control number, which must be used each time a shipment is made. The control number identifies the agency to be billed for the shipment. All FDA activities must show Federal Control No. 27515-000 as the required customer number. In addition, a envelope or label is to be utilized for each package. A return address must appear in the upper left corner of the envelope or label. This identifies all FDA express mail pieces as U.S. Government mail.
D. A receipt for the article, completed by USPS, and showing the cost of the shipment, must be obtained by the sender for each shipment made. The receipt should be sent to the approving officer, who will make a copy of the receipt and send the original to the FDA Mail Manager within five working days after the shipment is made. The only exceptions to this are shipments made through the Parklawn Program Support Center (PSC) and the CPK 1 Mailroom at Headquarters locations. Receipts for express mail shipments being made through the Parklawn PSC will be returned to the FDA Mail Manager by the PSC after completion by USPS. Receipts for express mail shipments being made at CPK 1, should be forwarded to the CPK 1 Mailroom (HFA-218), after completion by USPS.
Approving officers must keep a copy of the receipt plus a written statement of justification for use of express mail for each shipment approved by them.
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Crowne Plaza Denver Airport Convention Ctr places you within a 10-minute drive of The Children's Hospital and University of Colorado Hospital. This 255-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. It's near the airport and also close to Anschutz Medical Campus.
Sit down for a leisurely bite to eat at the onsite diner, or enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Satisfy your hunger from the comfort of your room with 24-hour room service. For your convenience, a cooked-to-order breakfast is served each morning for a fee.
All of Crowne Plaza Denver Airport Convention Ctr's 255 rooms are air-conditioned and have an array of amenities, including coffee makers, free weekday newspapers, and ironing boards. TVs come with pay movies and video-game consoles, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Desks are also standard.
Guests of Crowne Plaza Denver Airport Convention Ctr have access to an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a spa tub. There's free parking, as well as a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, 18 meeting rooms, and a conference center.
Property features
- Free WiFi in rooms and public areas
- Free parking
- Onsite dining
- Free airport shuttle
Crowne Plaza Denver Airport Convention Ctr
Hotel Amenities
Hotel Amenities
In addition to an indoor pool, Crowne Plaza Denver Airport Convention Ctr provides a spa tub and a 24-hour fitness center. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.
This 3.5-star property offers access to a business center and meeting rooms. Event facilities measuring 84,000 square feet (8 square meters) include a conference center. This business-friendly hotel also offers multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. A roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are complimentary for guests. Onsite self parking is complimentary.
- 24-hour fitness facilities
- Free WiFi
- Conference space
- Conference space size (feet) - 84,000
- Conference space size (meters) - 8
- Number of meeting rooms - 19
- Meeting rooms 18
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- Free newspapers in lobby
- 24-hour front desk
- Porter/bellhop
- Total number of rooms - 255
- ATM/banking
- Indoor pool
- Free airport transportation
- Number of floors - 6
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- Coffee/tea in common areas
- Business center
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Multilingual staff
- Elevator/lift
- Grocery/convenience store
- Long-term parking (surcharge)
- Conference center
- Free self parking
- Free area shuttle
- Spa tub
- Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
Family Friendly Amenities
- Family Hotel
- Indoor pool
- Free Wi-Fi
- Area shuttle (complimentary)
- Grocery/convenience store
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Long-term parking (surcharge), Free self parking
Room Amenities
Crowne Plaza Denver Airport Convention Ctr offers 255 air-conditioned accommodations with video-game consoles and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with pay movies.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Premium TV channels
- Video-game console
- Pay movies
- Premium bedding
- Room service (24 hours)
- Air conditioning
- Free weekday newspaper
- Coffee/tea maker
- Daily housekeeping
- Free toiletries
- Iron/ironing board
- Television
- Desk
- Free WiFi
- Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
- Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Where to Eat
Terrace Restaurant - This diner specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning.
24-hour room service is available.
Nearby Things to Do
An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them at check-out when you book your room.
- Accessible bathroom
- Roll-in shower
- In-room accessibility
Hotel Policies
Check-in time ends at 2 AM
Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Special check-in instructions:
Check-out time is 11 AM
Payment types
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per night.
- Cribs (infant beds) are available.
- Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per stay
- Dogs only
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
Service animals exempt from fees/restrictions
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- Crowne Plaza
- Crowne Plaza Denver International Airport
- Crowne Plaza Hotel Denver International Airport
- Crowne Plaza Denver International Airport Hotel Denver
- Crowne Plaza Convention Ctr Hotel
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The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.


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|by George Vega
|Date Added: Friday 26 July, 2013
I had never used this product before in my terrariums but it sure seems to be working well. I'm glad I came across it.
|by Anthony M. Bownes "Engineer"
|Date Added: Thursday 11 July, 2013
In case you were looking for hydroponic equipment, look no further. This bag is enough for about 30 Solo Cup Planters, maybe more. It's the cheapest price around, and has very little chipping. Make sure you wash your balls. They come pretty dusty.
|by Candace K. Mowrey "KandaceHayes"
|Date Added: Saturday 01 June, 2013
Why has it taken me so long to buy these is beyond me, but paired with my fountain, mesh, coconut husk bark.my terrarium is now complete.
|by JWheat
|Date Added: Sunday 05 May, 2013
Contrary to what I read about these, the balls were in great shape with only one or two broken balls per bag. You can't expect better! I actually got these for my hydroponic garden and they are perfect!
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|Date Added: Thursday 25 April, 2013
Its hydroton as it says. Nice even small balls that fit well in small or large systems. The dust is equal or less than most brands I have used.
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|Date Added: Sunday 14 April, 2013
Filled three 6'' net pots just fine. I could have used just a bit more but I was kind of eyeballing it. Not as broken up/crumbled as many other reviews suggested. Seems fine to me, I would get again if I only needed a small quantity.


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Some mercades do use a M62 charger the same as the DASC kit but there is a much more common one that is just a m45 charger like the mini but in a different casting, so make sure you get the correct one.
Here is a link to my Eaton set up but as its on the zone you will have to sign up if not already a member
E30 Zone - You are trying to access a restricted area.
Thanks Matt


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2013-03-15 / Community
A Splash of Color: Cornell Exhibits at Salmagundi
Noted artist Arlene Cornell has two of her recent Rockaway watercolors on exhibit at the Salmagundi Art Club located at 47 Fifth Avenue, NYC. The works will be on view from March 10th to March 28th as part of the Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Art Club Annual Members Exhibition.
Cornell's paintings can also be seen at her studio and gallery at 1 Beach 105th Street in Rockaway Park.