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SEC Open Meeting, June 15, 2011
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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) public meeting focused on the issuance of proposed rules under the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act concerning:
- broker-dealer financial reporting;
- strengthening audits of broker-dealers; and
- the SEC's regulation of broker-dealer method for handling customers' securities and cash.[1]
Archived webcast:
Meeting Summary
Topics of Discussion
- "First, the proposed amendments would require a broker-dealer that maintains custody of customer securities and cash or clears transactions to allow Commission and self-regulatory organization (SRO) examiners to:
- Access the work papers of the registered public accounting firm that audits the broker-dealer; and
- Discuss any findings with the personnel of the registered public accounting firm.
- Second, the proposed amendments would require a broker-dealer to file a report ona quarterly basis that contains information about whether and, if so, how it maintains custody of its customers' securities and cash."
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Chairman Mary L. Schapiro; whose statements include:
- An introduction of the proposal that adds to rules adopted two years ago in an effort to protect investors who turn over the management of their assets to investment advisers.
- An explanation of the proposed strengthened annual audit system for broker-dealers.
- An explanation of review and reporting rules for broker-dealer custody practices.
Commissioner Luis A. Aguilar, whose statements include:
- Support for the proposal.
- A request for comments regarding broker-dealer custodial practices in particular.
Commissioner Troy A. Paredes, whose statements include:
- Support for the proposal.
- Requests for comment in accordance with four outlined concerns.
- ↑ SEC Proposes Ways to Strengthen Audits and Reporting of Broker-Dealers to Protect Customer Assets. SEC. Retrieved on June 15, 2011.


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Last Updated Jun 18, 2010 · Written by Craig Gibson
If you've got a beautiful heritage home, the last thing you want is to spoil the charm by installing an ugly old garden shed in the corner of your backyard. Extend the charm to even the humble shed by choosing one of the new picturesque heritage sheds that are now available. Here is some more information.
A heritage shed is a shed that has been designed to exude traditional appeal. This could be through using things such as corrugated walls, gable roofs, and decorative ornamentations such as finials and spires. Heritage sheds are available in different sizes and colours so that you can find the shed that has the space that you need as well as matches perfectly with the colour of your home. Heritage sheds can match Federation, Edwardian, and Colonial homes as well as other styles of homes.
Heritage sheds are available in both readymade and custom designs. You can have the shed installed for you or you can buy a prefabricated shed which is ready to assemble – simply screw the panels together and anchor the shed to the ground! Heritage sheds cost a little more than regular sheds but they will add value onto your home. Not to mention, heritage sheds hugely add to visual appeal.
While even the most basic of heritage sheds is picturesque, there are several options that you can choose from to further enhance its charm and practicality. These include such things as louvered windows, guttering and downpipes (ideal for larger sheds especially), gable spires, finials, key locking doors, skylights in the roof, anchors to attach the shed to concrete, and masonry anchors.
Because you have a range of options with your heritage shed, this allows you to even more closely match your shed to your home. A perfect example of this would be using the same finials on the shed that you have used on your home. You can choose as many or as few optional extras as you like.
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Revlon Colorsilk in Medium Auburn
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on 6/18/2015 11:24:00 AM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium, Not Sure
Hair: Brown, Wavy, Fine
Eyes: Hazel
I used this once, was really disappointed, forgot about it, and used it again a year later and was really disappointed again. The color on the box is just about my ideal coppery auburn, but my results came out nothing like it. It looked very desaturated, with dull yellowish/orangeish brassy tones, nothing like the rich copper/auburn brown it advertises. Like others have mentioned, it did leave my hair feeling very dry and brittle initially, but I'm CG and have some pretty heavy-hitting conditioners, so it wasn't a very lasting issue.
Beware of the included gloves as well, they're very cheaply made and both times I took them off to discover they leaked.
The one positive thing I can say for this dye is it did lift my med/dark brown hair, so I was able to use a semi-permanent to deposit about the color I was looking for after - but the color itself was a big letdown.
on 6/8/2015 11:54:00 PM
Age: 18 & Under
Skin: Acne-prone, Fair, Warm
Hair: Brown, Wavy, Medium
Eyes: Green
I've been dying my hair red for the past 2 years, everything from burgundy to ginger. I was using L'Oreal Excellence, then Preference, then Feria a few times, then Garnier. I couldn't find my usual Garnier shade at Walgreens so picked this up. I'm surprisingly impressed with this dye, especially for the price. Since it's ammonia free, the smell of the dye isn't too offensive. Not too impressed with the conditioner, but for the price I can overlook that. It turned out almost exactly like on the box on my naturally light brown hair. It's a true medium warm auburn which complements my skin tone really nicely. I've had bad experiences with cooler toned reds that washed me out. If I don't feel like experimenting with another color, I'll definitely repurchase.
on 4/28/2015 2:45:00 PM
Age: 25-29
Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Cool
Hair: Brown, Kinky, Medium
Eyes: Black
Well, first off, I really didn't expect a lot from this product, as it was cheap but had quite a lot of good reviews, and I am low on funds. What I didn't expect was the nasty shock I was in for. This dye comes out in a gel form when you mix it in the applicator bottle, and it goes on quite nicely on my hair. The colour came out quite well, a brown-ish red, which is exactly what I have been looking for. The omen of my now ensuing nightmare began when I was washing out the dye for the first time. The cone-free lovers would get this, it felt like the first time you washed your hair with cone-free shampoo, except in my case my hair felt so dry I can't even comb my fingers through the tangles that has formed in my hair in fear of breakage. I felt relieved when I applied the conditioner it came with, )the gardinia scent is quite nice too) my hair felt soft again, and my usual styling went well afterwards. Except the feeling of extreme dryness came back at the next shampoo, if I had no stock of hair dye conditioners I would be very tempted to pull them out. it's such a tangled mess without them. I have no idea what I have to do after a run out of the stock of the conditioners. My hair has never felt this dry, even with the Liese bubble dyes that at least makes your hair feel nice WITHOUT having to put in the conditioners it came with. So, the only pros of this product is the ease of applying evenly, the result colour, and the false hope of manageable hair. Now I will probably have to hire some large guns to combat the condition my hair has gotten in, and waste more money on it. Lesson learned, you get what you pay for! Will call out to Asian girls out there who is considering this dye, DON'T DO IT!
I'll come back with an update of how I fixed it, if I find a way out of this mess without cutting it all off!
Update 2/6/15
Went back to silicone conditioners for two weeks, my hair got incredibly dry and brittle at the ends because of my constant straightening and actual dehydration from all the silicone products. Switched back to heavyduty LUSH shampoo and condtioner (Rehab/Retread) on top of HWH pre-wash treatment at every shampoo, the condition of my hair has gotten a lot better. The colour has faded to chocolate brown in the 6 weeks since. Definitely won't repurchase.
on 5/6/2014 8:11:00 PM
Age: 36-43
Skin: Sensitive, Fair, Cool
Hair: Brown, Straight, Medium
Eyes: Green
This $3.00 dollar box of hair color makes my naturally light brown hair the perfect medium red shade. I'd gone completely natural for a while and was worried about coloring it myself, but it came out perfect. It's a real shade of red: not too bright or with any purple undertones. It didn't leave my hair dry or damaged either. And everyone thinks it's my natural color! I'll definately be sticking with this product.
on 3/13/2014 2:24:00 PM
Age: 25-29
Skin: Oily, Fair-Medium, Not Sure
Hair: Brunette, Other, Other
Eyes: Hazel
i absolutely love this hair color, it has exactly the red tone and radiance i was looking for and looks very natural, i've been using it for two years and has no damaged my hair. The only con is that fades so fast, i need to shampoo daily because i have oily hair and live in a hot weather city in summer (around 104 F) after two weeks it looks a blending od brown-red-blonde and it's Ok but it's not what i want so i have to re-coloring.
on 8/23/2012 6:18:00 AM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Sensitive, Fair, Cool
Hair: Brown, Straight, Fine
Eyes: Hazel
Firstly, I don't think the colour on the box picture is very natural. BUT the colour your hair will turn DOES look natural! And it is a beautiful, glossy medium red, exactly like it says.
I've been dying my hair blonde and so when I went red it was more of a strawberry blonde. But this makes my hair a definite red-red. Not orange, not purple. But still natural. I also have a cool, very pale skin tone and yet this red doesn't make me look sallow at all - rather it highlights my pale skin which makes me happy!
It's great. The conditioner did make my hair feel quite thick, but after the first wash the feeling was gone. I didn't wash my hair for 3 days after dying, get some dry shampoo and spray-on leave-in conditioner and the dye will settle.
on 7/4/2012 2:28:00 PM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Normal, Fair, Not Sure
Hair: Red, Other, Other
Eyes: Green
I dyed my hair this color coming from an already natural auburn that was just a bit lighter because I just wanted a minor change. It has come out looking really fake though and now I really miss my natural hair color. Maybe this color works great for other people with a different hair color, but in my case it was a total fail. Guess that was a mistake :(
on 12/18/2011 9:57:00 PM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Warm
Hair: Brunette, Straight, Fine
Eyes: Green
I spent many hundreds of dollars to keep my hair red.... after trying this out I am hooked. My hair doesn't like to stay red so I color once a month. Its $3.00 so its not a big deal. This is my HG hair color. I just bought tressa watercolors color depositing shampoo in crimson splash so hopefully that can make this last. Either way I will always come back to this dye. The conditioner it comes with is amazing it makes my hair feel wonderful.
on 10/2/2011 6:59:00 AM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Dry, Tan, Not Sure
Hair: Brown, Other, Other
Eyes: Brown
Love. Love. Looooove this color. I'm a brunette and have been wanting to go lighter for a long time, so I bought the Revlon Dark Auburn for a little change and then I found a coupon for more Revlon so I decided to do the Medium Auburn. This is the exact color that I wanted and looks really good with my skin. I'm African American and light-skinned and was afraid it would wash me out, but it looks great. And for 3 bucks, I'm stocking up on this color and more.
on 9/22/2011 2:12:00 PM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Combination, Fair, Cool
Hair: Red, Straight, Medium
Eyes: Green
Revlon Colorsilk was my fourth try at box-dyed red. Red is the only color I've ever dyed my hair; I'm naturally a dirty blonde with reddish undertones. I must say I was more than a little scared to try a hair dye that costs less than $3--I bought two boxes for my mid-back-length hair, which I normally have to do--but I was pleasantly surprised.
This color is just about perfect.
I can't tell you how many people were in disbelief when I told them this wasn't my natural hair color. I was asked, "Which one of your parents was a redhead?" and even told, "You must be Irish." Not kidding. It's a perfectly balanced, natural-looking shade of red. Believe it or not, I dyed it over two months ago and it is STILL going strong, if a bit faded (although my hair seems to love red dye and clings to it easily). As long as you don't wash your hair often (I personally opt for twice a week) and use a color-safe shampoo, this will LAST like you won't believe.I'm dyeing it again tonight to cover the roots, although I've chosen a different brand simply because I want a darker auburn for Fall. I know I'll be coming back to Colorsilk for the Spring. This shade is a winner: beautiful, natural, and an unbelievably good deal.
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Policy cafe@ Cardiff University: 'A night to discuss the Welsh Baccalaureate'
Policy Cafe@ Cardiff University
Tuesday, March 26, 2013 from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM (GMT)
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Chair: Professor Gareth Rees, Wiserd Director, Cardiff University
'Findings from the review of the Welsh Baccalaureate': Huw Evans: WBQ Chair of the 14-19 qualifications review
Hugh will focus on the outcomes of the Review of Qualifications and its potential impact on the Welsh Baccalaureate. More specifically Hugh will consider a) its role within an increasingly devolved approach within the context of a Welsh educational system, and b) the pivotal role of Qualifications Wales and its future role in shaping and steering our direction of education in Wales.
'The impact of the Welsh Baccalaureate Qualification on Higher Education participation and progress': Professor Chris Taylor, Cardiff University (http://www.wiserd.ac.uk/about-us/staff/academic-staff/prof-chris-taylor/)
Chris will be presenting findings from a recent project to examine the relationships between the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma (WBQ) and Higher Education (HE). In particular, this Welsh Government-funded project set out to explore what impact, if any, having the WBQ had on students' participation in to HE and their progress and outcomes once they were in university. The mixed methods study involved analysis of longitudinal data from the National Pupil Database and the Higher Education Statistics Agency alongside interviews and focus groups with students and staff from school sixth forms and universities from across Wales.
Whether you're coming to find out (more) about the Welsh Baccalaureate, or to engage in debate about it, we'd love to see you there.
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Bring Your Wallet: Carnival Elation Cruise Review by patti370
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Destination: Southern Caribbean
Embarkation: New Orleans
We selected the ship for the value. The boat itself is lovely and in excellent condition. The ports of call were Cozumel (yeh) and Progresso (boo). They would be better to spend 2 days in Cozumel than go to Progresso as it is an awful beach in a very poor community with LOTS of vendors bothering you on the beach.
My grandchildren were too young to walk any great distances or go on excursions so we excitedly held back to enjoy the boat and the main swimming pool on deck. Little did we know that Carnival closed both the pool and jacuzzi's (which there were 3 cold ones and one warm one). We tried the camp carnival (day care) of which they both tried and decided never to go back.
When asking why the pool was closed, we had 3 different answers each time we asked (which was often). Expect to hear PH More levels; Chlorine too high; or pool maintenance. I wish they would simply tell the truth. I believe they shut them down while in port to force you off the boat and maybe...to their expensive excursions (but that's my thought). Being stuck on board with 2 kids who were begging to swim in a closed pool and did not like day camps made us feel like hostages on the ship. We were ready to get off sooner rather than later.
We found the food very good as well as the service and friendliness of the staff. Our room was on the top deck and we loved it as the deck has fewer state rooms than other decks. The dining room was a lovely evening event where we all gathered for a meal. Our servers were amazing. This was the highlight of our trip.
If you go, be prepared to pay for LOTS of incidentals like pop and liquor. Excursions are expensive and we elected to go with local tours who offered similar excursions for 1/2 the price. Just google tour guides in each port and select from there.
We were inundated with the number of ways to spend your money. If you think going to a beach in Mexico has too many locals going up and down the beach with their wares, be prepared for jewelry sales, spas, gambling at the casino, photographs, liquor, tips, excursions, etc.
The entertainment on board was ok...not bad...not great.
The pluses were the food, the ship itself is beautiful, and friendliness of the crew.
The best age group for that ship I would say are college, newlyweds and older folks who love to eat and drink.
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The Chinese Autumn Moon Festival (Zhong Qui Jie in Chinese) on Sunday is a "celebrated holiday in China, much like America's Thanksgiving, and second only to Chinese New Year," says Betty Xie, editor in chief of Chinese Restaurant News, a trade publication that will announce the USA's Top 100 Chinese restaurants Oct. 9 at the All Asia Food Expo in Los Angeles. "The Moon Festival, celebrating the full moon and sharing the spirits of reunion, gratitude and abundance of food, is a perfect time to dine out at some of the country's 40,889 Chinese restaurants." Xie shares with USA TODAY's Shawn Sell some tasty spots to sample Chinese cuisine, munch on moon cakes and gaze, of course, at that bright light in the night sky.
Bo Ling's
Richard and Theresa Ng serve traditional Chinese cuisine, classic Cantonese and Sichuan here, "a local favorite known for its popular, high-quality dim sum," Xie says. Try Sichuan dumplings in a chili-garlic soy dipping sauce; entrees include salmon teriyaki style and su fone chicken, a mildly spicy stir-fry served with scallions, ginger, garlic and chile peppers. 816-753-1718; www.bolings.com
Bob Chinn's Crab House
"The busiest and best seafood restaurant in the Chicago area flies in its seafood weekly from Hawaii," Xie says. She adds that "40% of the menu is Chinese, much of it fusion Chinese," including king crab meat in a Cantonese sauce and crunchy coconut shrimp. 847-520-3633; bobchinns.com
"Considered the best Chinese restaurant in town and the area," Xie says of this beautiful upscale restaurant boasting a traditionally decorated dining room, a Chinese garden off the banquet room and a menu featuring tropical Thai chicken, Szechwan catfish and Malaysian fried rice and Singapore noodles. 801-298-2406; mandarinutah.com
Tony Chan's Water Club
View chefs at work in an open kitchen with floor-to-ceiling windows or "just enjoy a beautiful waterfront view, the Miami scene and great, upscale food," Xie says. Menu offerings include tako su (octopus and cucumber with sweet vinegar sauce), braised duck with pineapple, and sweet and sour sea bass. 305-374-8888; tonychans.com
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Stop in for the renowned dim sum or try Cantonese delicacies such as dishes made with ginseng, stewed shark fin and braised fish maw with spike sea cucumber. "This is a historic location," Xie says; the restaurant formerly known as Ponchito was once frequented by Ronald Reagan, among others. 626-588-1666; mission261.com
Peking Gourmet
Opened in 1978 in a Washington, D.C., suburb, "this full-service upscale establishment specializes in authentic Northern Chinese cuisine," Xie says. Peking duck is the house specialty, but diners — President and Mrs. Bush have eaten here — also will enjoy gourmet wontons, moo goo gai pan, and shrimp with fresh, hot peppers. 703-671-8088; pekinggourmet.com
"Specialty dining, with an emphasis on fusion Chinese," creates a menu that offers such unique tastes as Saigon rolls (soft Vietnamese rice crêpes wrapped with mango, mint leaf and carrot), baby calamari with basil-sautéed scallops, Japanese teriyaki with chicken or beef and Thai curry. 201-313-3889; baumgartscafe.com
Panda Restaurant
"Voted the city's best, this is where locals go for a taste of China," Xie says, including such traditional dishes as Happy Family, a combination of king crab, shrimp and scallops, plus kung pao chicken, a spicy mix of chicken, peanuts and vegetables. 907-272-3308
Variety reigns at this "upscale, Chinese fusion restaurant," Xie says. Separate kitchens, one for American food and the other for Chinese, Thai and Szechwan dishes, keep the crab cakes and steak away from the sea bass in rice paper with wasabi and tempura-battered ahi tuna. 610-527-3200
Chef Lee's Peking
All entrees, vegetables and sauces here are made in Peking style, which means cooked to order in woks. "Diners can view the outdoor classic Chinese garden from each of the four dining rooms," Xie says, along with the three koi ponds, one of which is inside the restaurant, under a glass floor. 706-653-8888.


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New Computer question
So I've decided I want a new computer having had 5 laptops in 6 years running windows it's time for me to try a Mac
Not interested in a Mac vs PC argument.
I'm looking at the Mac minis
I'm going to get a wireless keyboard/mouse and use my tv as a monitor
Basically I surf forums, download music and maybe 1 movie a month
No games or anything
I will be buying a go pro when biking season starts back up but will also purchase an external HD
Basically since I know nothing about computer specs is the extra $200 for the bigger HD and quad core worth it or would the $599 one be good?
wow i expected atleast 7200 rpm for the HDD.
FOr what you are going to use it for
you can stick with the 599 one.
The $599 one should be fine, but for an extra $200, you get the i7 which will help with editing your go pro videos.
The i7 will help, and you could add a fusion drive to have SSD and SATA in the machine... Just a thought.
Max out the ram after you get it to 16GB and order it with a remote. You can use front row and browse your music/movies/etc and control it with the remote. It's $20 so why not.
2.3GHz Quad-Core Intel Core i7
16GB 1600MHz DDR3 SDRAM - 2x8GB
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If you got this route, the machine will be 4 to 5 year future proof, in the sense that as long as nothing breaks, you can upgrade the OS and what not for the next 5 years, and it'll still run great. Get ram from Crucial or the other ram companies out there. Upgraded processor and fusion drive and it will be snappy and quick.
Hmmm that was all French to me....
Sounds like the $599 will work the $799 one won't be dated so quickly??
Essentially, if you go with the $599 one, you may have issues doing video editing, rendering, etc which you will have if you edit video from your go pro.
More ram will "help" but I'll give you an idea what things look like in the video world.
Right now, I am exporting a video I made for my youtube channel. Nothing really crazy, just compression and formatting. I am running a Mac Pro with 8 processors, 16GB of ram and 3.4 TB of hard drive space. As the project is being rendered... I have 10.14GB of ram that is not in use and I am running at 75% processor load.
So in reality, the slower processor with more ram might handle some things, if not all, the quad core i7 will handle more, faster. Add more ram and things get snappier.
Also, my mac pro is the highest rated pro of the year it was made (2008) and it can still run the latest OS, accept all upgrades I can throw at it, and runs like the day it was new.
I understand you are not well versed in computer tech, but think of it this way...
A little more invested in parts you cannot change (processor) while upgrading what you can later (ram/Hard drive) would be more beneficial in the long run. If you just want to try a mac out, with minimal investment the $599 will do everything you need. If you think you might upgrade to something like an iMac in a year if you like it, get the $599 one. If you are set on not buying another for 3 to 5 years, spend a little more and get the i7 and upgrade it further to the highest spec i7.
5 laptops in 6 years means one of two things: you either beat the hell out of your computer and you will do the same to a Mac, or you are completely clueless on the running of a computer.
These are literally the only two options. Obviously, do what you want, but I can guarantee that the computer (nor Windows) is the problem.
Hate to say it, but I actually think that OSX will fix his problem, especially if he gets a little randy on his searches, or downloads... And especially if he does not do any maintenance.
Just FYI the "basic" 599 will do video editing and stuff via go pro perfectly fine. It will encode and export those with no problems.
You can even do large scale batch processing via Adobe with no problems either.
It will just be a few seconds slower to a few minutes depending on how large of a scale projects are if you do need to do them at all
For example . A quad will encode a Dvd video via dvdflick in like twenty five minutes. A core duo at that clock speed will do the same in thirty five Real world difference when using it for what you will be using ... nil as the slow spinning hdd will probably be your bottleneck on both machines.
For the money Apple is never real value but the 599 will work great for you out of the box if you're sure set on mac.
I would even say that you can build a shuttle pc that's faster and better with quad core and solid state for that price but it would not be an Apple.
I can agree to that, however...
If you get the higher end one, end up hating it and want it to die in a fire, you could pretty much sell it for the price you paid months later... Just a thought.
I could agree I'm "hard" on computers but they were all laptops and they were moved around alot 1 screen 1 keyboard 2 hard drives and 1 just totally died hence why I'm looking at a desktop Mac now
Thanks for the input everyone I'm gonna grab the quad core
Id stick with the basic if you want to enter the mac world on the cheap. You can upgrade later if/when needed.
I never threw my laptops around or anything just moving from room to room in my house going on holidays with me to put pics on so I could clear cards ect. Gonna take some getting used to not having a portable computer but something I'm willing to give up to not replace them yearly
Just grab the stock quad, and do what you want to it later. Best compromise.:thumbsup:
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If former Rep. Eric Massa hoped he'd get a post-resignation PR boost from his guest spot on Glenn Beck's Fox News show Tuesday, he made some bad choices in his quest for support. Those included his selection of venue and his whimsical approach to clearing up the sexual harassment issue that played a key part in his strange, memorable exit from office. Turns out it took more than a mutual dislike for Rahm Emanuel to make things click between Beck and Massa, to say the least. —KA
The Washington Post:
But Beck was unimpressed. He didn't understand why Massa, if he had truly been wronged by the White House and Democratic leaders, would resign rather than stay and fight. "Bullcrap, sir," Beck said of Massa's explanation.
It deteriorated from there. Massa suggested that Beck "stop calling fellow Americans names . . . socialist, communist, whatever the case may be." He also told the conservative audience: "You can't show up at a 'tea party' rally and claim that the entire budget deficit happened this year."
And Massa had nothing to support his hints that Democratic leaders had made corrupt bargains and used thuggish tactics. "Name names," Beck pleaded. "Show us where to throw the dirt."
But no matter how many times he was asked—Anything new? Actionable stuff? "Anything specific?—Massa came up empty. "I don't know how to be specific," he said.
Watch clips from Massa's foray onto Fox News below:


text: Islamabad- Capital Development Authority (CDA) has cancelled allotments of governmental houses of its employees after the verdict of Supreme Court. These allotments were made after the retirement of government employees. Hundreds of allotments will be disturbed due to this decision. Allotments will now be carried out on the basis of merit and waiting lists. SC's 2011 verdict has been referred in the notification in which Supreme Court had given the judgment against out of turn allotments.


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President Barack Obama is expected to include a change to the way the cost of living is calculated for Social Security when he introduces a new budget proposal this week.
The proposal has brought defenders of Social Security out in droves. A survey released by AARP says that 84 percent of voters age 50 and older oppose reducing Social Security benefits in any way to reduce the deficit.
Social Security cost-of-living allowances are pegged to a consumer price index called the CPI-W (the "W" is for workers and was designed to mirror changes in their cost of living). Checks are adjusted regularly to reflect increases in that index.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics also calculates two other inflation indexes: the CPI-U, to which the tax code is linked, and the chained CPI, which many consider a more accurate measure of inflation because it reflects shopping behavior. For instance, when the price of oranges rises, people eat more apples.
Obama is apparently about to propose adopting the chained CPI for broader use -- as a measure to drive the tax code as well as increases in military and federal pension benefits.
The Center for Economic and Policy Research calculates that switching to the chained CPI would reduce cost-of-living adjustments -- an important retirement planning factor -- by about 0.3 percentage points a year through 2085 and reduce the program's 75-year deficit by about one-quarter. For someone receiving Social Security or other government retirement benefits for 20 years, using the chained CPI would result in an average cut in benefits of about 6 percent over that time period, according to the center.
If the chained CPI also were used to adjust federal income tax brackets, it would raise the bracket amounts more slowly, so taxpayers with pay increases would move into higher brackets more quickly -- paying higher taxes sooner. This would affect not only working people but also more affluent people living in retirement.
AARP's survey suggests that opposition to this change is widespread:
- Some 66 percent of voters 50 and older say they would view their congressional delegates less favorably if they voted for a chained CPI.
- About 87 percent of voters 50 and older oppose reducing benefits for today's recipients of Social Security.
- Most voters 50 and older -- 85 percent of Democrats, 83 percent of Republicans and 82 percent of Independents -- believe that the future of Social Security should be considered separately from the budget deficit talks.
The sentiment that Social Security should be considered separately from the rest of the budget deficit is understandable, but it doesn't reflect the reality that it's going to take more money to pay Social Security's commitments than the government is likely to get from payroll taxes. Burdening our children with increased debt to support the boomer generation is clearly wrong.
The chained CPI may not be the answer, but it is a way that shares the pain more evenly -- and that makes it worth considering.


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Community Organizing
Why important
Planning and Acting
Getting Noticed
Getting People
Keeping People
Meeting and Deciding
Group Structure
Listening Projects
Gandhi's Methods
Strategic Thinking
Community Building Activities
Child Minding Co-ops
The Roots of Empathy
Community Gardens
Community Kitchens
Block Watch and Block Parents
Community Crime Prevention
Block Parties
Block Cleanups
Festivals and Parades
Guerrilla Gardening
Community Image Making
Intergenerational Activities
Environmental Activities
Street Reclaiming
Good Neighbour Awards
Organizing around Hot Issues
Block by Block Organizing
Study Circles
Visioning Exercises
Information Sharing
Citizens Juries
Rating Candidates for Public Office
Other Activities
New Ways of Governing
Developing a Civic Culture
/ Ralph Nader
Bowling Alone
/ Robert Putnam
Serving Customers or Engaging Citizens
The First Step in Community Action
Study on participation
/ League of Women
Neighbourhood Participation Models
Broken Windows
/ Wilson and Kelling
Popular Governance
Confronting NIMBYism series
Public Participation Toolbox
Participation Method Comparison
Best practices in governance
Large Scale Action
The First Step in Community Action
What works for Social Movements
IAF Organizing
Creating Community-wide Study Circles
Cyber Organizing
Framing Issues in the Media
Framing Interconnectedness
Post-Alinsky Organizing
/ John Kretzmann
New Strategies for People Power
Direct Action with Hammers
(news item)
Ten Commandments for Changing the World
Improving Mass Action Protests
Boycott Organizer's Guide
Youth Action Guide on Climate Change
Using Voting Records to Win Civic Elections
Grassroots Problems and Solutions
Bowling Alone
/ Robert Putnam
How community groups destroy themselves
Study on participation
/ League of Women
What works for Social Movement
s (pdf)
IAF Organizing
We need to spend less time at work
Post-Alinsky Organizing
/ John Kretzmann
Popular Governance
Foundation Funding of Grassroots Orgs
Survey of Giving and Volunteering in Canada
What Works for Community Development
New Strategies for People Power
The Citizen's Library
Books on building local democracy
Books on action organizing
Books on media advocacy
Books on working with others
Links to the best stuff
Community Toolbox
~ a vast resource
~ social entrepreneurs
Green Media Toolshed
~ great media training
The Control Game
~ spot fake involvement
~ community dev articles
~ articles on social change
National Civic League
~ citizen involvement
Civic Practices Network
~ lots of material
Community Development Discussion Listserve
Citizen Toolbox
~ 60 tools from Australia
Benton Foundation
~ media action
Rural Community Toolbox
Links for Building Democracy & Community
Creating Web Action Alerts
Training for Change
Vancouver Information
City of Vancouver Community Pages
City of Vancouver Public Involvement Guide
Public Participation Review 1999
Vancouver Courier newspaper archive
Intergenerational Activities
Activities that bring young and old together revive a social arrangement that was taken for granted in the past and is still important in many traditional cultures. Bringing old and young together promotes mutual care, transmits cultural values, and enriches the lives of everyone involved.
Some projects bring seniors and children together to focus on a community problem. In one project, high school students and seniors shared their experience of alcohol and substance abuse.
In some cities a Volunteer Grandparents Society matches children aged 3 to 12 who have no grandparent with volunteer grandparents, creating extended families that see each other regularly and participate in group events and outings.
An oral history project is another way of bringing seniors and young people together. Typically, young people locate, record, and edit stories and reminiscences of the elderly. They deposit the edited recordings in the public library, where they become an archive of local history.
More information on
intergenerational programs
The Citizen"s Handbook
Table of Contents
Community Building Activities / Part 2-11
The Citizen's Handbook / Charles Dobson / www.vcn.bc.ca/citizens-handbook


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Ohio senator Sherrod Brown called on NFL commissioner Roger Goodell to revisit the league's policy on TV blackouts on Thursday.
Brown called the specter of blackouts this season "deeply troubling" and said the NFL should consider relaxing its TV rules as the country continues to battle through a recession.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday announced the league's first TV blackout for their home opener against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday. NFL rules require games that fail to sell out within 72 hours of kickoff be blacked out within 75 miles of the home market.
Goodell defended the blackout policy this week as good for the league as USA TODAY reported that as many as 11 teams -- including the Cincinnati Bengals -- could face them this season.
"During these difficult times, working families are struggling to make ends meet," Brown said. "Although appealing, attending a football game is simply cost prohibitive for too many Ohioans. The average price for an NFL game ticket is $77 – nearly ten times the hourly minimum wage. The problem will only become worse, as 18 teams have increased ticket prices for the upcoming 2010 season."
There were 22 blackouts last season, a five-year high that was up from nine the previous season.
-- Sean Leahy
Nate Davis is a reporter, blogger and editor who's been at USA TODAY since 2000. He has covered the NFL since 2005. No, he did not play quarterback for Ball State. Davis' succession of our esteemed colleague Sean Leahy at The Huddle is considered a Brady-for-Bledsoe swap by most "insiders."More about Nate


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Accra Vacation Packages
Around 2,000,000 people call Accra in Ghana home.
It's about 1250 miles (2012 kilometers) from Banjul - Gambia, Gambia and about 1800 miles (2897 kilometers) from Agadir, Morocco.
For some retail therapy while you are in Accra, explore some of the busy department stores and boutique shops. Go window shopping or people watching in Accra Mall, Makola Market or A&C Mall.
Two of the most interesting museums here are the W.E.B. DuBois Center and the National Museum of Ghana, two exhibit spaces where culture vultures can enjoy a morning of inspiration. Follow a local guide or take a self-guided tour, study the collections or just savor the contemplative stillness.
The Accra area boasts some generous civic spaces; Independence Square is a firm favourite with residents and visitors alike. It's the sort of place that visitors often return to time and time again.
Labadi Beach, is an ideal spot to spend the day and see locals relaxing by the sea. Breathe in the fresh air, notice the changing seasons and enjoy being outdoors. Take off your shoes and wander the coast or just enjoy being near the water.
The Holy Trinity Cathedral is a well-preserved religious building that has stood the test of time. Visit this special place to learn about its history and then take your time to admire the architecture.
Accra features botanical gardens where you can slow down and relax among many plant species. Make the time to investigate the wide range of plant species in the garden.
If you've still got time to spare after checking out all the major sights the Accra area, be sure to pop over to the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial.


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Complications of Androgen Deprivation Therapy: Prevention and Treatment
Complications of Androgen Deprivation Therapy: Prevention and Treatment
Androgen deprivation as a form
of treatment for prostate cancer
was first discovered by
Huggins and Hodges in 1941; in 1966,
this important discovery earned
Huggins the Nobel Prize in medicine.[
1] Androgen deprivation was
initially achieved via orchiectomy,
then later by using estrogen. However,
patient acceptance of orchiectomy was
poor, and problems with thromboembolic
and cardiovascular events were
associated with the early use of estrogen.
Fortunately, in the mid-1980s the
approval of lutenizing hormone-releasing
hormone (LHRH) agonists by
the US Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) provided many prostate cancer
patients with an alternative method for
achieving androgen deprivation. In
addition, researchers developed antiandrogen
medications that block the
androgen receptor. These medications
have given rise to a multimillion dollar
industry for the pharmaceutical
companies; according to conservative
estimates, approximately $230 million
per year is spent on LHRH agonists.[2]
Initially, the role of androgen deprivation
was relegated to patients who
had disease that was not curable by local measures such as radical prostatectomy
or radiation, and to those
who were not candidates for definitive
local therapy due to other health
problems. More recently, however,
emerging data have suggested a progression
and survival benefit with early
hormone therapy in patients with
metastatic prostate cancer.[3] Other
data have shown an improvement in
outcome after radiotherapy for higherstage
tumors in patients who received
concomitant hormone therapy.[4]
Studies are now being conducted to
determine whether the early use of
hormone therapy for biochemical recurrence
alone is advantageous.
With these expanding indications,
androgen deprivation therapy (ADT)
is being used more commonly in men
with prostate cancer. Indeed, a recent
report by Cooperberg et al documented
the dramatic rise in the use of ADT
from 1989 to 2001.[5] Most dramatic
was its increased use in combination
with external-beam radiotherapy, with
rates rising from 9.8% to 74.6% of
such patients.[5]
One common misconception about
hormone therapy was that because it
was not "chemotherapy" in the traditional
sense, it did not produce as
many side effects as other chemotherapeutic
agents. Recent reports have begun to describe the comprehensive
list of side effects associated
with ADT. In this review, we describe
the various side effects of ADT as
well as some of the treatments for
those side effects.
Osteoporosis after menopause has
long been recognized as a serious
health problem in women, and the
controversy about hormone replacement
therapy after menopause continues
to be debated. However,
osteoporosis in men has not received
similar attention. At present, 33% of
all hip fractures occur in men, and
interestingly, men are more likely to
die from complications due to hip fracture
than women.[6] Recently, the
attention given to "andropause" (the decline in testosterone seen in many
aging males) has heightened the
awareness of many physicians to the
possibility of osteoporosis and its complications
in men. This has led to an
increased concern about the osteoporosis
seen in men on ADT among
physicians who treat men with prostate
Despite the fact that androgen deprivation
has been used to treat prostate
cancer since the 1940s, it was not
until 1989 that Stepan et al first reported
the association between androgen
deprivation and osteoporosis.[7]
This study demonstrated that there
was progressive loss of bone mineral
content in the lumbar spine of men
who had undergone orchiectomy as
compared to eugonadal men. Osteoporosis
as a complication of androgen
deprivation is now well
recognized, and a recent report demonstrated
a 2.5 times increased risk
of bone fracture in men who had undergone
orchiectomy as compared to
community fracture rates.[8] Strikingly,
the cumulative incidence of
fractures in patients followed for up
to 10 years was 65%.
Bone Mineral Content/Density
Evidence shows that LHRH agonist
therapy results in significant
changes in both bone mineral density
and bone mineral content.[9] Stoch et
al evaluated 60 men with prostate cancer.
Of this group, 19 received LHRH
agonist therapy, and 41 did not. Bone
mineral density was measured by dualenergy
x-ray absorptiometry, and bone
mineral content, by markers of bone
turnover such as urinary N-telopeptide,
bone-specific alkaline phosphatase,
and osteocalcin. The results
revealed a statistically significant decrease
in bone mineral density among
patients on LHRH agonists compared
to those who did not receive hormonal
therapy. In addition, bone turnover
was significantly increased in the
LHRH agonist therapy group. These
results confirm that the osteoporosis
seen in these patients is due to the
androgen deprivation itself rather than
the prostate cancer, and that LHRH
agonist therapy results in changes in
bone similar to those associated with
Etiology Theories
The etiology of osteoporosis due
to ADT is currently not well understood.
It appears that the condition is
caused by the absence of circulating
testosterone. Support for this theory
comes from data showing that patients
on nonsteroidal antiandrogen monotherapy
had lower levels of urinary
N-telopeptide and serum osteocalcin
than men treated with LHRH agonists.[
10] Androgens have been shown
to mediate osteoblast proliferation and
differentiation and increase bone matrix
production and osteocalcin secretion.[
11] In addition, testosterone has
been shown to stimulate growth factors
such as transforming growth factor-
beta and insulin-like growth
factor-1, which may be important in
osteoblast proliferation.[11]
Data suggest, however, that what
is truly important is the peripheral
conversion of testosterone to estrogen
and the positive effects of estrogen
on bones. This theory is supported
by a case report from Smith et al, who
described a male patient with significant
osteoporosis despite normal testosterone
levels but a mutation in the
estrogen-receptor gene.[12]
Estradiol levels have been shown
to be significantly reduced in men
receiving LHRH agonist therapy,
lending further support to the importance
of estrogen in preventing osteoporosis.[
13] Scherr et al further
confirmed the significant role of estrogen
in preventing osteoporosis by
demonstrating that men on LHRH agonists
who also received 1 mg/d of
diethylstilbestrol (Stilphostrol) had
decreased bone turnover, as measured
by urinary N-telopeptide levels.[14]
Prevention of Osteoporosis
Intermittent androgen therapy has
been evaluated as a possible means of
preventing osteoporosis. In a study
by Higano et al, the effects of intermittent
androgen ablation on bone
mineral density, as measured by dualenergy
x-ray absorptiometry, were
examined.[15] Patients were treated
for 9 months with LHRH agonist therapy
and then followed off therapy.
Androgen deprivation was reinitiated
when prostate-specific antigen (PSA)
levels began to rise. Bone mineral density was measured at the end of each
treatment cycle and was found to be
significantly decreased, suggesting
that measurable changes in bone density
occur after as little as 9 months of
androgen deprivation. At 1 year, the
loss of bone mineral density is approximately
3% to 5%, with less bone
loss over subsequent years.[16]
Because osteoporosis is a well-recognized
adverse effect of ADT, measures
to prevent its development
should be discussed with the patient
at the initiation of ADT. Many of these
preventive measures are the same as
those recommended to postmenopausal
women, including smoking
cessation, moderation of alcohol and
caffeine consumption, vitamin D and
calcium supplementation, and regular
weight-bearing or resistance exercise.
Seeman et al demonstrated that
smoking and excessive alcohol consumption
were independent risk factors
for osteoporosis in men, thus
underscoring the need for these modifications
in lifestyle.[17] Interestingly,
obesity had a protective effect,
presumably due to the increased peripheral
conversion of testosterone to
estrogen. Some reports have shown a
significant deficiency in vitamin D
and calcium among men with prostate
cancer.[18,19] Therefore, current
recommendations are to maintain calcium
intake at 1,200 to 1,500 mg/d
and to supplement vitamin D with
400 IU/d.[18,19]
- Bisphosphonates-More effective
medical options for the prevention
and treatment of osteoporosis are
now available, and bisphosphonates
constitute one such option. These
agents inhibit osteoclasts, thereby
decreasing the resorption of bone.
Currently, alendronate (Fosamax), pamidronate
(Aredia), and zoledronic
acid (Zometa) are the three bisphosphonates
used in clinical practice.
Alendronate recently became the first
agent to be approved by the FDA for
the treatment of male osteoporosis
and offers the advantage of oral
One of the first studies to address
the use of bisphosphonates for the
prevention of osteoporosis in prostate
cancer patients was conducted by Orwoll et al.[20] In this study, a mean
increase in the bone mineral density
of the lumbar spine and femoral neck
was observed among those receiving
alendronate.[20] However, none of the
study participants was receiving ADT,
and thus the efficacy of this drug in
preventing or improving osteoporosis
in men on ADT is unknown. Patients
who are to be started on alendronate
should be informed that the medication
must be taken on an empty stomach
with the patient sitting in an
upright position for at least 30 minutes.
Moreover, there is a risk of gastrointestinal
side effects such as
epigastric pain, severe esophagitis, and
gastroesophageal ulceration.[21]
Pamidronate and zoledronic acid
are currently only available in an intravenous
formulation. In a study by
Smith et al, 47 men with prostate cancer
and no evidence of bone metastases
were randomized to receive either
LHRH agonist therapy alone or LHRH
agonist therapy plus pamidronate.[18]
Patients who received 60 mg of IV
pamidronate every 12 weeks did not
show a loss in bone mineral density,
in contrast to those who did not receive
Zoledronic acid is the most potent
of the three bisphosphonates, demonstrating
up to 850 times the potency
of pamidronate in animal studies.
At a dose of 4 mg IV every 3 weeks,
it has been shown to decrease skeletal-
related events (including fractures)
in men with hormone-refractory prostate
cancer and bone metastases.[22]
It has also demonstrated efficacy in
decreasing pain due to bone metastases
and their complications.[22] A
recently reported prospective randomized
controlled trial of zoledronic acid
at 4 mg IV was shown to prevent
bone loss in men on LHRH agonists
for nonmetastatic prostate cancer.[23]
Therefore, in those men with evidence
of osteoporosis on dual-energy x-ray
absorptiometry scan, zoledronic acid
may improve bone mineral density.
Side effects of bisphosphonates include
fever, anemia, constipation, hypophosphatemia,
and reactions at the
injection site.[24,25] Decreased renal
function manifested by elevated creatinine
levels was observed in initial
trials of zoledronic acid.[25] This effect appears to be associated only with
the 8-mg dose, shorter infusion times,
and smaller infusion volumes, although
most physicians continue to
monitor creatinine levels in patients
receiving zoledronic acid on any
Screening Considerations
No standardized recommendations
for osteoporosis screening in men exist.
In addition, no clear definition of
osteoporosis in men has been described,
as men have higher peak bone
mass and larger bones than women.[
26] Risk factors such as activity
level, patient age, tobacco use, alcohol
consumption, and the presence of
hypogonadism should be considered
when deciding when to screen men
for osteoporosis. Given the data from
Higano et al, which suggest that bone
mineral density can be decreased after
as few as 9 months of therapy, a
dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry scan
within the first year is probably
Although no trials have addressed
the benefit of screening for osteoporosis
in men on ADT, Ross et al
recommended a dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry
scan at the initiation of
ADT and at 1 year posttherapy.[16]
Further screening is based on the results
of previous scans, with more frequent
evaluation recommended for
those nearing osteoporosis.
Hot Flashes
When counseling a man about
ADT, we may look to the patient's
female partner to confirm the side
effects of the therapy. In particular,
postmenopausal women can often accurately
portray one of the more common
side effects-hot flashes. Up to
80% of patients on LHRH agonists
will experience hot flashes.[27,28]
The degree to which these hot flashes
disrupt their lives varies, but up to
27% of those surveyed in one study
found this side effect to be the most
bothersome of all.[28-30]
Hot flashes are typically described
as an intense sensation of warmth in
the face and upper portion of the body.
They may be associated with nausea
and sweating and may even occur during
sleep. They vary in duration from
several seconds to up to 1 hour but
most commonly occur for less than
5 minutes. Triggers for hot flashes
include heat, stress, changes in body
position, or ingestion of hot liquids,
although many patients cannot identify
any inciting factors.[31] Hot
flashes may spontaneously resolve,
but many patients continue to experience
them as long as they are receiving
Hot flashes are thought to result
from an alteration in the feedback
mechanism to the hypothalamus due
to the lack of testosterone. An increase
in catecholamine secretion in
response to decreased endogenous
peptide secretion stimulates the nearby
thermoregulatory center of the
hypothalamus, resulting in the perception
of increased heat.[31,32]
Many of the treatments employed
for hot flashes in men on ADT are
similar to those used to treat postmenopausal
women. They include
progestins, estrogen, phenobarbital,
megestrol acetate, antidepressants,
clonidine, acupuncture, soy, and
vitamin E.[33-40]
- Diethylstilbestrol-An estrogen,
diethylstilbestrol has been used successfully
to treat hot flashes in men
on ADT.[31,33] Doses as low as
0.3 mg have been shown to be effective
and have not been associated with
the cardiovascular complications seen
with the higher doses of diethylstilbestrol
used in the past.[33] The advantages
of this therapy are its low
cost and the prevention of osteoporosis;
drawbacks are the potential side
effect of tender gynecomastia and difficulty
in obtaining the medication.
Currently, only approximately 15
pharmacies in the United States carry
diethylstilbestrol. However, most
pharmacies that do compounding can
produce it at little cost.
- Megestrol Acetate-This progestin
is a commonly used medication
that has been shown to reduce hot
flashes by up to 85%.[41] The side
effects of megestrol can include chills,
weight gain, and carpal tunnel-type
pain, although most patients tolerate
the medication with few such problems.[
41] One concern associated with
its use for hot flashes in men on ADT
came from a case report by Sartor et
al, which showed an increase in PSA
level among patients on megestrol.[
40] However, to our knowledge,
this is the only published report of
such an occurrence.
- Cyproterone Acetate-This synthetic
derivative of hydroxyprogesterone
is a steroidal antiandrogen that
has been used in Europe (it is not an
approved medication in the United
States) as monotherapy for prostate
cancer.[42] It has been shown to produce
fewer side effects in terms of hot
flashes, but its efficacy as monotherapy
is dubious. Furthermore, it does
not appear to decrease the incidence
of osteoporosis and is associated with adverse effects on lipid profiles and
increased cardiovascular risk.[42]
Cervenakov et al reported the use
of cyproterone to relieve hot flashes
in men on complete androgen blockade.[
43] In this study, 50 mg of cyproterone
twice daily or a 300-mg
intramuscular depot injection given
every 2 weeks was effective in decreasing
hot flashes in approximately
80.6% of the patients studied.
- Medroxyprogesterone Acetate-
Another progestin, medroxyprogesterone
acetate (Depo-Provera), has
been reported to be effective in relieving
the hot flashes associated with
ADT. Ellsworth et al demonstrated
an 82% complete response rate and a
12% partial response rate, with only
6% of patients reporting no response.[
35] Patients were treated with
a 400-mg intramuscular depot injection
at the time ADT therapy was initiated.
Interestingly, several patients
who stopped therapy due to the resolution
of hot flashes had no recurrence
of symptoms. The medication
was well tolerated, with side effects
mainly limited to sexual dysfunction.
- Other Agents-Clonidine was
initially thought to have some efficacy
in the treatment of hot flashes.
However, more rigorous placebocontrolled
studies have failed to
demonstrate the efficacy of this
Other centrally acting agents such
as the antidepressants have been reported
to decrease the incidence of
hot flashes.[45,46] In particular, the
serotonin-reuptake inhibitor venlafaxine
hydrochloride (Effexor) has demonstrated
efficacy in treating hot
flashes associated with ADT. In placebo-
controlled studies, this drug was
shown to decrease the incidence of
hot flashes by up to 50%. Breast cancer
patients received doses of 75 mg;
however, lower doses of 12.5 mg have
been reported to be effective in
men.[45-47] Side effects include dry
mouth and constipation, but overall,
the medication is well tolerated. In
addition, venlafaxine offers the added
benefit of treating depression,
which is commonly present in cancer
Complementary and
Alternative Treatments
The fastest growing segment of the
health-care market in recent years has
been complementary and alternative
medicine. Prostate cancer management
is certainly affected by such
treatments, and some of these methods
have been used to treat the side
effects associated with ADT. Acupuncture
is one such therapy, and its
efficacy was examined by Hammar et
al.[36] In this study of seven men,
acupuncture was performed twice
weekly for 2 weeks, then once a week
for 10 weeks. All patients reported a
decrease in hot flashes, with an average
decrease of 70% after 10 weeks.
- Soy Products-The use of soy
products for the treatment of hot flashes
in both men and women has grown
in popularity, even achieving commercial
success among postmenopausal
women. The basis for this
success is hypothesized to be soy's
phytoestrogenic properties. Two components
of soy-genistein and diadzein-
are believed to be particularly
responsible for decreasing hot flashes,[
38] but the substance may also
provide benefits such as reducing cholesterol
and modestly reducing PSA
levels. The source from which soy is
obtained is important when recommending
this form of treatment to patients.
Foodstuffs such as soy milk,
and some soy powders do not result
in large amounts of bioavailable soy,
and soy sauce has essentially no bioavailable
soy. Soybeans are typically
the best source of soy and can often
be found in the frozen food section of
most grocery stores.
- Vitamin E-Vitamin E has also
been shown to be effective in reducing
hot flashes. Barton et al conducted
a placebo-controlled study of
vitamin E in women with breast cancer
who were suffering from hot flashes
and found that their symptoms
decreased by 30%.[39] However, up
to 22% of patients in the placebo group
also experienced a decrease in
Given recent attention to the beneficial
effects of vitamin E and soy in
prostate cancer patients, there is probably little downside to using these
therapies with or without other treatments
for hot flashes. Many of these
therapies tend to be initiated by the
patient, but when initiated by the physician,
patient acceptance is typically
very good.
Fatigue is a common complaint of
patients on ADT. Often, no objective
cause for the fatigue can be determined,
but anemia is one side effect
that may contribute to the problem.
The anemia seen in patients on ADT
is usually normocytic and normochromic.
The condition is thought to be
due to the lack of testosterone and
5-beta-dihydrotestosterone stimulation
of erythroid precursors as
well as a decrease in erythropoietin
Strum et al examined the incidence
and severity of anemia in patients on
complete androgen blockade.[48] In
this study, the investigators found that
up to 90% of patients experienced at
least a 10% decline in hemoglobin
levels, and in 13%, hemoglobin declined
by 25% or more. Importantly,
a decrease in hemoglobin was noted
as quickly as 1 month after the initiation
of ADT, but the nadir hemoglobin
level was not reached until after
5.6 months of therapy.
Symptoms directly related to anemia
occurred in 13% of patients. Anemia
was worse in patients on complete
androgen blockade than in those on
LHRH agonist therapy alone, and
when an antiandrogen was added to
the regimen of a patient on LHRH
agonist therapy, a further drop in hemoglobin
was seen. No statistically
significant difference was seen in
terms of percent decrease based on
patient age; however, because older
patients tended to have lower baseline
hemoglobin levels, the change in
hemoglobin may be more significant
in these patients.
The authors found that typically
the anemia was easily corrected with
the subcutaneous administration of
recombinant human erythropoietin.
Previous reports suggested that the
anemia seen with ADT reversed fairly
rapidly with the discontinuation of therapy. In this study, however, resolution
of anemia in patients receiving
long-term ADT often took more than
1 year. Antiandrogen monotherapy
also appears to be associated with anemia,
although the mechanism of this
effect is not clear. Strum et al recommended
following hemoglobin levels
every 2 to 3 months in patients on
ADT, and more closely in those who
complain of anemia-related symptoms
such as chest pain, shortness of breath
with exertion, or syncope.[48]
Changes in Body Mass
and Lipid Profiles
Patients often complain of weight
gain during ADT. The etiology of this
effect may be related to several factors,
such as an increase in sedentary
activity secondary to fatigue, a change
in appetite, or the decrease in serum
testosterone levels. Serum testosterone
concentrations have been shown
to correlate positively with increased
muscle mass and negatively with increased
body fat.[49]
Higano et al examined the effect
of combined androgen blockade on
weight, and found a median increase
of 6 kg (~13 lb).[50] In a study by
Smith et al, weight and body mass
index were increased by 2.4% after
only 48 weeks of therapy.[51] Strikingly,
this increase in weight appeared
to be due to an 11% increase in fat
body mass, whereas lean body mass
decreased by 2.4%. Because this study
was performed in patients with no
evidence of metastatic prostate
cancer, the changes in body composition
are attributed to the effects
of ADT. Also documented in this
study was a 9% increase in total cholesterol
and a 26.5 % increase in serum
triglycerides. Although no link
has been documented between an increase
in cardiovascular complications
and ADT (other than with high
doses of diethylstilbestrol), the change
in body composition and lipid profiles
is worrisome and deserves further


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I just took possession of my new 2016 Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van that I use for film production. I immediately installed Dynamat Extreme and Dynaliner throughout the entire interior. I created templates for every single cut in advance. The templates helped to dramatically speed up the installation process and reduce waste to virtually nil. Because the van is painted black, I also opted to use 1/2" Dynaliner on the roof to reduce thermal heat transfer. I used 1/4" Dynaliner on all the metal body panels and body cavities (over Dynamat) and used 1/8" Dynaliner (over Dynamat) on the front driver and passenger doors behind the door panels. While I primarily used the Dynaliner to make the interior a little bit cooler during the summer months, I was impressed at how much it assisted in aiding additional sound deadening, a noticeable difference over just Dynamat alone. I also installed Dynamat and 1/8" Dynaliner on the back side of the metal bulkhead to stop an annoying vibration noise. I taped every seam and edge with Dyna Tape to prevent butyl seepage on my film gear and cases. The only two pieces of equipment that made the job easier was a tennis ball (for medium curved radiuses) and a hard plastic curved fruit peeler (for small tight radiuses). Bargain hunters beware: Dynamat only warranties their products when purchased through authorized dealers. They don't sell their products on Amazon. Don't get taken by knock off products on the gray market.
Pros: This is the best system to reduce road and engine noise in your vehicle. It is a seamless system that makes installation a breeze. If you can afford it, go with both Dynamat Extreme covered by Dynaliner. Together, they offer great sound deadening and they provide the added benefit of reducing thermal transfer of heat in the summer months.
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- 1 1/2 pounds skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 fresh long red chile, thinly sliced on the bias
- 4 scallions, cut into 1-inch lengths
- 1 tablespoon dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons water
- 3 tablespoons chopped basil
- Steamed rice and lime or lemon wedges, for serving
In a large bowl, toss the salmon cubes with the oyster sauce and season them lightly with salt and pepper.
In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil. Add the salmon and cook over moderately high heat, turning once, until browned but barely cooked through, about 6 minutes. Reduce the heat to moderate; add the chile and scallions. Cook until the scallions soften, about 2 minutes. Stir in the wine and water and simmer until the salmon is just cooked through, 1 minute. Stir in the basil. Transfer the salmon to plates and serve with rice and lime wedges.


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The visitor center at the Lehigh Gap Nature Center, The Osprey House, has won the 2013 Sustainability award from the Delaware Valley Green Building Council, Lehigh Valley Branch for best public project. The Nature Center, which recently celebrated its 10th year, has restored the Kittatinny Ridge in Lehigh Gap as its major push for a wildlife refuge in an area where there was no life in the soil.
The United States Green Building Council presents a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design award each year.
Though the Osprey House met many of its standards, Nature Center Director Dan Kunkle said he never applied for the LEED award because the application cost $20,000, and he could use the money better elsewhere. The building council admits that not many nonprofits can afford to pay the application fee.
Scott Ziegenfus, who hikes at the center in Slatington, was aware of the many green features in the building. He contacted Kunkle and said he wanted to nominate the building for the award in the public projects group. The fee was waived for the center.
Kunkle sent him a list of the green features: Superinsulated walls and ceiling, geothermal HVAC, high-efficiency lighting, state-of-the-art sewage system, green construction materials, reuse of existing building, storm water management and CollidEscape on windows to prevent bird strikes.
It was one of five entries in the category, and was chosen to receive the award, which was presented at a council dinner held at Muhlenberg College.


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I mentioned in passing last week that Cambridge Classics students had been honing their language skills by translating Milan Kundera and Barack Obama into Latin and Greek
It didn't create quite the surge of interest that the Cambridge English practical critical question has -- asking students to comparing Walter Ralegh and Amy Winehouse. Bob Dylan and Billie Holiday were in the question too, but no-one got so steamed up about them. Perhaps the "Dylan is the greatest poet since Shakespeare" campaign, by the eminent Christopher Ricks has made him fair game for an exam.
But it is all part of the same phenomenon – which pace the Daily Mail is nothing to do with dumbing down.
When you teach a load of very bright students at Cambridge, one thing you want them to do is to be able to make connections, to think – cliché coming up, folks –' out of the box'. That can sometimes mean encouraging them to use the critical rigour they have learned reading Tacitus, Shakespeare or whatever, in thinking about analogous, but unexpected phenomena of the here and now.
One of the most successful courses I ever ran was over fifteen years ago now. It was for third year classicists and historians in Cambridge, and was called "The Roman emperor: construction and deconstruction of an image". This was about the time of the protracted break up of the marriage of Charles and Diana, enlivened for the world by the Squidgy- and Camilla-gate-tapes. Remember?
The students read the tabloids, and the transcripts of the tapes, and the various biographies as they emerged. In at least one of the exams (the course ran for 3 years), a section of the paper was a gobbet test on part of the Camilla-gate tapes (all very carefully labelled "An extract from the alleged conversation between HRH The Prince of Wales and Mrs Andrew Parker-Bowles…")
No-one from the Daily Mail complained (or noticed, I imagine). But some of the more staid members of the History Faculty were a bit dubious about getting their brightest and best to read Andrew Morton's biography of Di, let alone having a pirated phone conversation reprinted in the exam paper.. The staid Classicists were more broad-minded I should say.
But the result was explosive. . .and enlightening.


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Dr. Martens Fall/Winter 2009 Manson Desert Boots
Some nice new desert boots are releasing as part of the Dr. Martens Fall/Winter 2009 Collection. The Manson Desert Boot comes in three suede colorways with nice color accents, giving this classic style an interesting updated look. Our personal favorite is the grey colorway with royal blue accents
Black 'Cindy' suede boots with jewelled eyelets. A zip fastening sits on the inside of each boot. High heel. Platform sole.Added 8 Years Ago from Brownsfashion
So adorable! These would look so fab with a pair of leggings on a cute dress and some opaque tights!
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She's Back for Round 2: Beyonce's Super Bowl Setlist Revealed
Though she was recently scolded for using a backing track when she sang "The Star Spangled Banner" at the presidential inauguration, the "Single Ladies" crooner is ready to bring her A-game to this year's Super Bowl, performing a four-song set.
Beyonce, 31, will start off belting out her hit "Crazy in Love", before performing a trio of tunes, including "Bills, Bills, Bills," "Survivor" and new track "Nuclear" with Destiny's Child bandmates Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams, according to Us Weekly.
A source close to Bey told the publication that Mrs. Jay-Z can't wait to "knock them dead" in the wake of news that she lip-synched the National Anthem in Washington, D.C. on Monday.
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Despite the backlash from fans, many fellow songstress jumped to defend Beyonce and her singing integrity, including previous inauguration performer Aretha Franklin.
Likewise, Howard Bragman, the Vice Chairman of Reputation.com, told Celebuzz that Beyonce didn't lose any credibility after her performance.
"It doesn't effect anything," he told us. "This was a historical moment that she wanted to be her best and it was an amazing performance."
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Cavernous sinus thrombosis
Cavernous sinus thrombosis is a blood clot in an area at the base of the brainthat contains a vein, which carries blood from the brain to the heart.This area is called the cavernous sinus.
Cavernous sinus thrombosis is usually caused bya bacterial infection that has spread from the sinuses, teeth, ears, eyes, nose, or skin of the face.
You are more likely to get this condition if you have an increased risk of blood clots.
- Bulging eyeball, usually on one side of face
- Cannot move the eye in a particular direction
- Drooping eyelids
- Headaches
- Vision loss
Exams and Tests
Tests that may be ordered include:
- CT scan of the head
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the brain
- Magnetic resonance venogram
- Sinus x-ray
Cavernous sinus thrombosis is treated with high-doseantibiotics given through a vein (IV).
Sometimes surgery is needed to drain the infection.
Outlook (Prognosis)
Cavernous sinus thrombosis can be deadly if left untreated.
When to Contact a Medical Professional
Call your doctor right away if you have:
- Bulging of your eyes
- Drooping eyelids
- Eye pain
- Inability to move your eye in any particular direction
- Vision loss
Nath A, Berger J. Brain abscess and parameningeal infection.In: Goldman L, Schafer AI, eds. Cecil Medicine. 24th ed. Philadelphia, PA:Saunders Elsevier; 2011:chap 421.
Review Date: 3/14/2012
Reviewed By: David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine; Yi-Bin Chen, MD, Leukemia/Bone Marrow Transplant Program, Massachusetts General Hospital. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M. Health Solutions, Ebix, Inc.


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How to Do the "Extended Thumbaround" pen spinning trick
Interested in pen spinning? Want to pick up a few moves? Pen spinning is the skilled movement of a writing instrument or pen with one's hands. It is used as a source of self entertainment (often for students), but there is a great deal of pen spinning culture (competitions, websites, etc.). Watch this pen spinning tutorial video and learn how to perform the "Extended Thumbaround" move.


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What happens in Florida… shocks the rest of the nation. There have been some high-profile news reports to come out of Florida in the past few months, but nothing as bizarre as this: someone literally had the flesh eaten off of their face by another human being. If you've ever wondered whether or not cannibals existed, here you go. In Miami, an individual by the name of Rudy Eugene was witnessed eating the flesh of Ronald Poppo, a local homeless fellow. There has been an article circulating, claiming that Eugene was infected with a certain virus that caused him to crave human flesh.
Now, before you go rent a copy of Nightmare on Elm Street to help jumpstart your preparation for the coming "Zombie Apocalypse," know that the real reason for this strange episode was Eugene being under the influence of bath salts. Only a slight sigh of relief can be breathed, however. Even though the Zombie Apocalypse hasn't dawned upon us yet, it is still concerning to see the type of crime that took place. It's already stressing to have to worry about getting robbed in a 7-Eleven, or murdered by stray bullets, but to worry about having your face eaten off? I must admit that I am ill-equipped for that situation, and am at a certain level of risk of my face ending up like Freddy Krueger's.
No matter what street you live on, this is the kind of story that will give you nightmares. It's disturbing and borderline evil. However, when stories like this come out, make sure to do some behind the scenes research before you hit the panic button and your bookshelf rotates to reveal an underground entrance. No need to worry others with fake information, either. Keep in mind that some are easily swayed without confirming facts; this also saves your intellectual image. It is always good to be prepared for an imminent zombie apocalypse, but there is no need at the moment. I don't discourage it, however; it never hurts to get a leg up, but always hurts to get it eaten off.


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Hampshire bed and breakfast hotel accommodation.
We found these bed and breakfast hotels in these Hampshire towns.
|Accommodation Name and Address
Millers House
8 New Brighton Road, Emsworth Hampshire PO10 7PS England
"The Millers House is a newly build country barn type house offering B&B guest accommodation with its own landscaped private drive and own access to beautiful country walks. House is ideally set in 5 min walking distance to Emsworth town center (Link Back Member)
The Old Dairy Farm
Long Copse Lane, Emsworth Hampshire PO10 7UL England
"Quality Bed and Breakfast accommodation in Emsworth (Link Back Member)
Briar-Glen b&b
Briar-Glen, 110 Fareham Road, Gosport Hampshire PO13 0AQ England
"Good value b&b close to Gosport and Fareham (Link Back Member)
The Poacher Inn
Alton Road, South Warnborough Hampshire RG29 1RP England
"Captures the true essence & spirit of a traditional English country pub.
Marwell Hotel
Thompsons Lane, Colden Common Hampshire SO21 1JY England
"Marwell Hotel looks different to any hotel you've visited in the UK. And that difference is reflected in the service, the atmosphere and the surroundings - all of them out of the ordinary.
Mrs LTB at the Coach House, Winchester
The Coach House, Northbrook Avenue, Winchester Hampshire SO230JW England
"Bed and Breakfast close to City Centre, Wincheser
Eastside Coach House
Frog Lane, , Mapledurwell, Hook Hampshire RG25 2LP England
"Family run country residence yet only 4 miles equidistant Hook and Basingstoke
Country View
Hazelwood, Stubbington, Fareham Hampshire PO143QJ England
"Semi Rural, Close to Titchfield Haven and Solent Coastline
Daisybank Cottage Boutique Bed and Breakfast
Sway Road, Brockenhurst Hampshire SO42 7SG England
"Nestled in the heart of the beautiful New Forest, Daisybank Cottage Boutique Bed and Breakfast offers a truly special experience a touch of real luxury in a place of outstanding beauty.
The Wellington Arms
Baughurst Road, Baughurst Hampshire RG26 5LP England
"If you would like to take a break, we offer two beautifully appointed ensuite rooms in our recently converted oak barn. Perhaps that's why we have been voted No.2 in The Times 'Best Places to Eat in the Countryside', and Jason the 'Best Pub Chef' by the G
The Kingsley
Reading Road, Eversley Centre Hampshire RG27 0NB England
"Comfortable and efficient accommodation in the Three Counties (Hants, Berks & Surrey) area
Netley Guest House
54 Netley Street, Farnborough Hampshire GU14 6AT England
"Guest House
Tudorwood Guest House
164 Farnborough Road, Farnborough Hampshire GU14 7JJ England
"Luxury Guest House
Ashbee Guest House
102 Farnborough Road, Farnborough Hampshire GU14 6T England
"Bed & Breakfast Accomodation Located In Farnborough, Hampshire
Greenleaves UK
1, Avenue Road, Farnborough Hampshire GU14 7BW England
"Greenleavees is a beutifully modern renovated, family run guest house located in Hampshire.
The Swan Inn
The Swan Inn, 91 Farnborough Road, Farnborough Hampshire GU14 6TL England
"Luxury en-suite rooms with Bed and Breakfast in a supreme location overlooking Farnborough airfield
Wessex Guest House b&b
120 Winchester rd , Basingstoke, Basingstoke Hampshire RG218YW England
Hodds Farm Bed & Breakfast
Ashmoor Lane, Old Basing, Basingstoke Hampshire RG24 7AJ England
"Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Old Basing
Sylven Lea B & B
Green Lane, Ellisfield, Basingstoke Hampshire RG25 2QW England
"Comfortable accommodation in a village close to Basingstoke.
Eastside Coach House
Frog Lane, Mapledurwell, Hook, Basingstoke Hampshire RG252LP England
"Bed & Breakfast
Millfield House
1a Little Basing, Bartons Lane, Old Basing, Basingstoke Hampshire RG24 8AX England
"Millfield House is a family run, 4 star, Bed & Breakfast Guest House located in picturesque surrounds, in a charming part of the historic village of Old Basing, near Basingstoke in Hampshire.
The Derby Inn
Bartley Heath, North Warnborough, Hook Hampshire RG29 1HD England
"Country Inn serving real ales complete with alcarte restaurant
Deanlands Farm
Deanlands farm, Newnham lane, Hook Hampshire RG27 9AQ England
"Stunning barn conversion, set within private countryside estate
Rose Cottage - Bed and Breakfast
rosecottage, newfound, basingstoke Hampshire RG237HF England
"A victorian cottage extensively refurbished on the edge of the village newfound makes an excellent base for exploring hampshire
The White Lion Inn
Winchester Road, Wherwell, Andover Hampshire SP11 7JF England
"17th Century former coaching Inn located in the Test Valley
Church Mews Guesthouse
2 Chantry Street, Andover Hampshire SP10 1DE England
"16th century guesthouse
The Cricketers Arms Bed and Breakfast
The Cricketers Arms, Tangley, Andover Hampshire SP11 0SH England
"16th Century Freehouse with a friendly warm atmosphere
Hatherden Farm
Hatherden Farm , Hatherden , Andover Hampshire SP11 0HT England
"Bed and Breakfast accommodation located in the idyllic countryside of Hampshire.
Manor Cottages Bed and Breakfast
Manor Cottages, 24a Hatherden, Andover Hampshire SP11 0HL England
"Small friendly B&B just minutes outside Andover
Binley House Farm
Binley House Farm, Binley, Andover Hampshire SP11 6HA England
"Bed and Breakfast Accommodation en suite. Located in the hamlet of Binley near St Mary Bourne
Cleaver Cottage
1 Cleaver Cottage, Appleshaw, Andover Hampshire SP11 9AD England
"Small family run B&B business in rural location
garden cottage
garden cottage, newbury lane, penton mewsey, andover Hampshire SP11 0RN England
"bed and breakfast
York Lodge
Five Bells Lane, Nether Wallop, Andover, Stockbridge Hampshire SO20 8HE England
"Self-contained wing of charming house in peaceful garden on edge of picturesque village
Colindale Cottage B & B
Heathman Street, Nether Wallop, Stockbridge Hampshire SO20 8EW England
"Bed and Breakfast accommodation in the Test Valley Village of Nether Wallop
Gunville House B&B
gunville house, grateley, andover Hampshire SP11 8JQ England
"Charming, thatched, beamed family house, in a rural situation out side the village of Grateley, near Andover
Lane House Bed & Breakfast
Lane House, Penton Grafton, Andover Hampshire SP11 0RR England
"Lane House is a comfortable, well-used, home with attractive d�cor and a friendly feel. It has one double bedroom with en-suite shower room, and one twin and one single room with shared bathroom. WiFi is available.
Wisteria House
14 Mays Lane, Fareham Hampshire PO14 2EP England
"A tasteful bed and breakfast near Fareham by the south coast.
Trevarner Guest House
56 Hill Head Road, Hill Head, Fareham Hampshire PO14 3JL England
"Bed and Breakfast Accommodation on the South Coast midway between Portsmouth and Southampton.
The Willows Bed & Breakfast
The Willows, Fareham Road, Wickham Hampshire PO175BY England
"Friendly accommodation close to airports, harbours & golf courses.Fareham, Winchester, Portsmouth & Southampton within easy reach.
Abbey House B&B
Abbey House, Mill Lane, Titchfield Hampshire PO15 5RB England
"Characterful bed and breakfast on the edge of the historic village of Titchfield
The Barn, Barford Farm House
Common Hill,, Medstead, Alton Hampshire GU34 5LZ England
"B & B in rural village of Medstead near Winchester Hampshire, England
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Two Tone Tam by Marjolein Thunnissen
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For blustery cold days there is nothing better than a hat with a double layer. Stranded knitting provides double layers and this is probably a good project to learn stranded knitting with. The pattern is easy to memorize and no floats are longer than 3 sts wide. The yarn is soft and warm too, but any fingering yarn will work.
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