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Collingwood are expected to discover the worst possible news about midfielder Brent Macaffer tomorrow, lengthening the AFL club's already long list of injured and unavailable players.
Macaffer left the field during the Magpies' NAB Cup opener against the Western Bulldogs in Blacktown last night with a suspected torn anterior cruciate ligament.
He will undergo scans on his knee, and if the injury is confirmed, the 22-year-old will be out for the season with a reconstruction looming.
Last year's grand finalists already have Alan Didak (groin), Ben Johnson (hamstring), Ben Reid (shoulder) and Harry O'Brien (hand) on the injury list, though all are expected to be short-term absentees.
Small forward Andrew Krakouer is on four weeks' leave for personal reasons, and doubts remain over when he will return to the Magpies' set-up.
New Magpies coach Nathan Buckley admitted Macaffer's season looked finished before it starts.
"Unfortunately Brent Macaffer has more than likely done his ACL, which is a poor result for us," Buckley said on Saturday night.
"He has had a fantastic pre-season. He has put himself in decent nick as every AFL footballer needs to to give themselves a chance.
"We hope for the best but we expect the worst."
But Collingwood put aside their problems to win both their matches against the Dogs and a surprisingly competitive GWS.
The Giants, who lost to the Magpies by three points, also pushed the Bulldogs before losing by five.
In Friday night's three-sided contest, Hawthorn, Richmond and North Melbourne had a win each.
But Tigers youngster Reece Conca may find himself the first player in 2012 tribunal trouble today, after an off-the-ball incident which left North's Leigh Adams heavily dazed.


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Last week, the Congressional Budget Office released a new report showing that the gross cost of President Obama's health care law has risen from $940 billion when the bill was passed, to $1.76 trillion today. This did not sell with Obamacare's leftist apologists.
New York Magazine's Jonathan Chait, The New Republic's Jonathan Cohn, and The Washington Post's Ezra Klein all wrote posts denying that Obamacare's costs have doubled since it became law. Below are the gross cost tables from both: 1) the March 18, 2010 CBO Obamacare cost estimate; and 2) the March 2012 Obamacare cost estimate.
$1.76 trillion is not double $940 billion, but it's close. Throw in one more year of full implementation ($265 billion in 2022) and the real ten year gross cost of Obamacare is north of $2 trillion.
Ezra makes a big deal about the fact the 2012 CBO report shows that the "net" costs of Obamacare actually went down $50 billion. But that "net cost" reduction comes almost entirely from increases in the mandate fines paid by individuals and employers. So in 2010, the CBO estimated that Americans would only pay $17 billion in individual mandate fines. The 2012 estimate has that number up to $54 billion. In 2010, the CBO estimated that American employers would pay only $52 billion in mandate fines. In 2012, that number is up to $113 billion.
And that is not the end of the bad news for Obamacare supporters. The CBO also reports:
CBO and JCT's projections of health insurance coverage have also changed since last March. Fewer people are now expected to obtain health insurance coverage from their employer or in insurance exchanges; more are now expected to obtain coverage from Medicaid or CHIP or from nongroup or other sources. More are expected to be uninsured. The extent of the changes varies from year to year, but in 2016, for example, the ACA is now estimated to reduce the number of people receiving health insurance coverage through an employer by an additional 4 million enrollees relative to the March 2011 projections. In that year, CBO and JCT now estimate that there will be 2 million fewer enrollees in insurance exchanges. In the other direction, CBO and JCT now estimate that, in 2016, the ACA will increase enrollment in Medicaid and CHIP slightly more than previously estimated (but considerably more in 2014 and 2015), and it will reduce the number of people with nongroup or other coverage by 3 million less and the number of uninsured people by 2 million less than previously estimated.
To recap, the CBO now predicts that Obamacare: 1) will force millions more Americans out of their current employer coverage than originally advertised; 2) will force millions more Americans onto Medicaid than originally advertised; 3) will force millions more Americans to pay fines for not obtaining health care; 4) will force businesses to pay billions more in mandate fines; and 5) will leave millions more Americans without insurance than originally advertised.
UPDATE: Some are complaining tha the 2010 CBO report uses a 10-year window while the 2012 CBO reports uses a 11-year window. This is now adressed here.


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In order to make room on the 90-man roster for yesterday's acquisitions of linebacker Kyle Bosworth and tight end Chase Clement, the New York Giants have waived safety John Stevenson and tight end Morgan Newton. The Giants' roster is currently full, as the team has 90-players signed to compete for one of 53 available roster spots when training camp opens in July.
Stevenson played outside linebacker at Georgia Southern and graduated had 109 tackles in 14 games last season. He's listed at just 5'11" and 197 pounds, which is likely the reason that he is transitioning to safety in the NFL. The Giants already have a combination of Antrel Rolle, Stevie Brown, Will Hill, Ryan Mundy and Tyler Sash on the depth chart at safety, so Stevenson was in no way expected to make on impact for the team this season.
Newton signed with the Giants just 13 days ago on May 17. Although he is attempting to play tight end in the NFL, Newtwon was actually a quarterback at Kentucky and garnered SEC All-Freshman Team honors in 2009. Newtown has good size for his position at 6'4" and 240 pounds, but the transition from quarterback to tight end is drastic. Any team that attempts to sign him will have to give him several years to develop into a productive player.
It's still early in the offseason, and it's in no way uncommon for the Giants to be tweaking the bottom of the roster to best suit to team's needs as OTA's wear on and training camp approaches. More than likely, we will see several more low profile moves made by general manager Jerry Reese before training camp opens, but it's more just to make sure that there are enough bodies at the right positions. Barring any near miracles, the Giants will, at some point this offseason, will waive the vast majority of their undrafted free-agents.
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Reds error leads to Reds demise
A critical error committed by Reds third baseman Scott Rolen may forever haunt the 2012 team. After winning the first two games of the series on the road in San Francisco, the Reds traveled home to Cincinnati to clinch the series, but Rolen's error in extra innings may have triggered a series unfortunate events. Game three was a battle of the arms, with both sides only allowing one run through the course of nine innings. Reds starter Homer Bailey recorded ten strikeouts with one walk and one hit during his seven effective innings.
But the tide turned for the Reds in the top of the tenth inning. After a passed ball by Ryan Hanigan put runners in scoring position, Rolen bobbled a chopper-two-hopper that allowed Buster Posey to score the eventual game-winning run.
Twelve hours later, Reds announced starting pitcher Johnny Cueto had been removed from the play-off roster and Mike Leake would start game four.
Leake began game four giving up a gopher ball to Giants outfielder Angel Pagan on the second pitch of the game; and then offered up another to Gregor Blanco in the second inning. Nine hits later, the Giants pummeled the Reds 8-3, tying the series 2-2.
In Leake's 4.1 innings on the mound, he gave up five runs, six hits, and struck-out only one opposing hitter.
Game five began with a strong performance by hero Mat Latos allowing no runs through the first four innings. Disaster struck in the fifth when Giants Brandon Crawford tripled to bring in Gregor Blanco for the first run. A fielding error by Reds shortstop Zack Cozart brought Crawford in for their second tally. With the bases loaded, Buster Posey blasted a grand slam to seal the Reds doomed fate. A worthy comeback attempt came from Brandon Phillips and Ryan Ludwick who both drove in two runs to narrow the Giants lead to 6-4.
With the tying runs on base, Rolen had a chance of redemption with the last at-bat of the game, but Giants closer Sergio Romo proved to be too much and struck out Rolen to close the book on the Reds 2012 campaign.
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But It's Your Baby Too - Poem by Adrienne Clark Strachn
When we were makin love
nights of deep passion
takin time off work, you too,
leavin our friends behind
just to be with you, you with me,
when we were loving one another
holding hands,
giving deep passionate kisses
days turned into nights, and nights
turned into days,
passionate kisses,
holding hands,
our love making
turned into a baby
your baby, that i am carrying
yes, Our baby
Now you scared
remember, i am the same person
remember me
same woman
carrying your baby,
now you a different person,
you should be a man,
but you ask me
'Are you sure you pregnant,
'Are you sure it is my baby'
'are you sure we should keep it? '
What happened to our closeness,
our closeness
is our baby,
...our baby too
...our baby two
....our baby to
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August 31, 1975 Cardinals 5, Reds 3 (90-45)
The Reds tried to come back from a 4-0 deficit but fell just short against the Cardinals. Jack Billingham was hit hard as he gave up three runs on six hits in only four innings of work. Clay Carroll had a hard time as well after relieving Billingham and the run he gave up ended up being the difference.
Ken Griffey went three for five with a run and Joe Morgan was two for five with a run. George Foster had the Reds only extra base hit when he doubled off of rookie starter Eric Rasmussen.
Despite ending the month on a losing note, the Reds went 21-8 through the month of August. It was the third straight month that they'd won 20 or more games.
August 30, 1975 Reds 3, Cardinals 2 (90-44)
The Reds won their sixth straight game and the 90th of the season in extra frames. Fred Norman went 8 1/3 and gave up only two runs on five hits while striking out five. Unfortunately he gave up the game tying run in the ninth that sent the game into extra frames.
In the tenth, Ken Griffey singled with one out. Then in an odd play, he was actually picked off of first base, but ended up being safe on a throwing error by Cards reliever Mike Garman and advanced all the way to third base. Joe Morgan and Tony Perez were walked intentionally to load up the bases but it was for naught because Johnny Bench drove home Griffey on a ground out.
With the month nearly over, the Reds had built up an insurmountable 19 1/2 lead over the Dodgers in the NL West. It was only a matter of when they'd clinch the division.
August 29, 1975 Reds 6, Cardinals 2 (89-44)
Gary Nolan improved to 12-8 as he helped the Red win their fifth straight game. He went 6 1/3 innings and gave up nine hits and two runs. Will McEnaney pitched the final 2 2/3 to earn his thirteenth save of the season.
Cesar Geronimo hit a big three run blast in the fourth inning to break a 1-1 tie. Joe Morgan went one for three, stole two bases, had two walks and scored twice.
August 28, 1975 Reds 4, Cardinals 0 (88-44)
Don Gullett got back on track as the Red won their fourth game in a row. He went the distance and gave up only five hits and three walks while striking out four.
The Reds scored three of their four runs in the bottom of the seventh. Darrel Chaney struck out and Don Gullett flew out to center. Pete Rose singled and was driven in on a Ken Griffey triple. Griffey then scored on Al Hrabosky's wild pitch. Still unable to find his command, the Mad Hungarian walked Joe Morgan and Tony Perez before Johnny Bench singled home Morgan for another insurance run.
Don't look now, but the Reds are in fourth place. It doesn't mean much, but it puts an exclamation point on how well they've played in this second half (and also how bad they played in the first).
Ken Griffey had a monster series. He hit two homers on Friday and then added his 33rd today. This afternoon's homer was his 534th career homer, allowing him to tie up Jimmie Foxx for 13th all time. Congrats once again Grif.
Also key to the Reds sweep was some quality pitching. In all, the Reds only gave up five runs over the weekend. Aaron Harang improved to 9-11 on Friday with seven quality innings. On Saturday, the Reds needed extra frames to win, but their pitching kept them in the game. Eric Milton had one of his best starts of the season as he went eight and gave up only six hits. This afternoon it was Luke Hudson and four reliever who combined to give up only eight hits and two runs. Hudson evened out his record to 6-6.
The Reds are now six games below .500, a mark I thought was completely out of reach at the All Star break. We get to play spoiler this week as we head to Houston. Hopefully we won't have to face Roy Oswalt (he owns us, I'm willing to admit it). He threw on Saturday, so we might just miss him.
Please, let's miss him.
August 27, 1975 Reds 6, Cubs 5 (87-44)
The Reds pulled out a close 6-5 win over the Cubs despite stranding fourteen men. They had fifteen hits (all singles) and six walks, yet they scored just six runs, which turned out to be just enough to pull of the win.
Ken Griffey was four for six with two RBIs and a run and Pete Rose was one for three with three walks and three runs. Starter Pat Darcy only made it through three innings before Sparky had to resort to the pen. Pedro Borbon effectively got a spot start as he pitched five innings and gave up only four hits and one run to improve to 8-4. Rawly Eastwick earned his seventeenth save by getting the final batter out in the ninth.
August 26, 1975 Reds 6, Cubs 5 (86-44)
The Reds came back from 4-0 and 5-2 deficits to pull out a nice come from behind win. Johnny Bench's two run homer in the sixth shaved the Cubs lead to a single run. In the ninth inning, the Reds had nobody on and two outs before Terry Crowley singled and stole second base. Pete Rose walked and Ken Griffey singled to load up the bases. Then Joe Morgan singled to drive in two runs to put the Reds up 6-5.
Jack Billingham was shelled early, but the pen did a nice job to allow the Reds to stage their comeback. Rawly Eastwick struck out three in two perfect innings to improve to 3-2 and Will McEnaney shut the Cubs down in the ninth to earn his twelth save of the season.
Boy, the Nationals have really fallen off of their pedestal. They're now in last place, and to add insult to injury, the struggling Reds rolled into RFK and took two of three against the Nats.
On Tuesday, Luke Hudson got the job done. Seven innings of four hit ball, and the kid struck out five guys. EE hit his fifth homer of the season and six different Reds scored their six runs.
Wednesday was the downer day. Ramon Ortiz actually threw a good game, but the pen let him down. Jason Standridge gave up three runs in his inning of work. Felipe Lopez had three hits, but he was caught stealing twice. Javier Valentin drove in two of the Reds three runs with his eleventh homerun.
This afternoon's game was highlighted by Ken Griffey's 30th homer of the season. Brandon Claussen threw a nice game and improved to 9-8 (yes, that's a winning record, for those Reds fans who haven't seen one in a while) and Austin Kearns drove in two runs.
The win today puts us nine games below .500 and with only four more wins, we guarantee we won't lose 100 games (which at one point seemed to be a foregone conclusion). We're only two back of the Cubs for fourth place in the NL Central. We'd be in second place if we played in the West.
Pittsburgh is on deck this weekend and they've been playing some rough baseball. I think two of three is a solid prediction. Reds rock. At least this half they do.
August 25, 1975 Reds 11, Cubs 4 (85-44)
Darrel Chaney drove in four runs and hit his first homer of the season as the Reds put eleven runs and 19 hits on the board. Eight different Reds had multihit games and George Foster had three hits and three runs.
Fred Norman had a respectable outing as he improved to 9-4. He went 5 1/3 and gave up four runs on seven hits and he struck out five. Clay Carroll finished the game and earned his seventh save of the season.
August 24, 1975 Pirates 5, Reds 1 (84-44)
The Reds outhit the Pirates nine to five but they stranded seven men in their loss to the Pirates. Jerry Reuss held the Reds to eight singles and a double as he walked away with the win. Starter Gary Nolan got hit hard early in the game and by the end of the three innings, the Reds were down 4-1.
Pete Rose, Joe Morgan, Tony Perez and Merv Rettenmund all had two hits in the game, but none of them scored. The Pirates in the meantime improved their lead over the Phillies to three games in the NL East.


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DETROIT – Officials with the My Brother's Keeper Initiative will spend Monday in Detroit, where they will meet with civic leaders, listen to the public and youth discuss how young men of color are faring in the city, and explore solutions to improve outcomes.
Broderick Johnson, head of the My Brother's Keeper Task Force, will join Skillman Foundation President & CEO Tonya Allen, United Way for Southeastern Michigan President & CEO Mike Brennan and Michigan Representative Thomas Stallworth for a morning meeting to discuss outcomes for Detroit's young men of color. The meeting will focus on solutions to the preparation gap, ending out of school suspensions and closing the school to prison pipeline.
On Monday evening, the public is invited to attend a community listening session hosted by Allen, Detroit MayorMike Duggan, W.K. Kellogg Foundation President & CEO La June Montgomery Tabron, and Detroit Free Press Pulitzer-Prize winning columnist Stephen Henderson at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. Johnson and his team will attend the forum. The forum will run from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. with a strolling dinner hosted by the Museum to follow. The event will feature a presentation from Johnson and a panel discussion with youth leaders from the city.
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15 mins
5 m
Easy track
(0km) Int of Pistol Club Rd AND Coastal Cemetery Trail → Coast Hospital Cemetery
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2 mins
Easy track
Coast Hospital Cemetery
Maps for the The Coastal Hospital Cemetery Walk walkYou can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
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Cross sectional view of the The Coastal Hospital Cemetery Walk bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the The Coastal Hospital Cemetery Walk
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
|296 m
|15 mins
Grade 2/6
Easy track
|Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6)
|Quality of track
|Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
|Clearly signposted (1/6)
|Experience Required
|No experience required (1/6)
|Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
|Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6)
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
This whole walk, 150m has gentle hills with occasional steps.
Quality of track
This whole walk, 150m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
This whole walk, 150m is clearly signposted.
Experience Required
This whole walk, 150m requires no previous bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 150m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
This whole walk, 150m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
Similar walks
This walk combines fine coastal views with two points of historical interest. From the start of this walk, the sidetrip to the coastal cemetery is short and gives a glimpse into lives of past generations. The World War II bunker is worth having a look around as you pass directly by it. Spend some time exploring the exposed headland that is Cape Banks. Look for old historical structures and the shipwreck of the SS Minmi on the western side of Cape Banks. If you're lucky, you could even see migrating whales on this classic Sydney coastal walk.
Total climbing: 45m
2.6 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
This Cape Banks Circuit has a lot to offer and is thoroughly recommended. The walking travels over beaches, through coastal forest and across exposed headlands. Historically, this walk shows glimpses into the fortifications required during both World Wars. The optional side trip to the coast hospital cemetery, with over 2000 graves, is worthwhile. The Cape Banks Circuit makes for a fascinating walk, both scenically and historically, and is recommended.
Total climbing: 190m
7.3 km Circuit
3 hrs
Hard track
This walk has a lovely mix of natural and war history combined within the scenic Botany Bay National Park. The track follows beaches and cliff tops as it visits World War One and Two gun and lookout stations. The side trip to the coastal cemetery is worthwhile, giving a glimpse into lives from the past. The Jennifer Street section of this circuit allows access through a section of endangered native Banksia scrub that once occupied a much larger part of the Sydney region. A varied and interesting day out in the Botany Bay National Park.
Total climbing: 182m
7.4 km Circuit
3 hrs
Hard track
CLOSED This walk is closed at the northern end as there is no safe access to Malabar Head, updates to come in time. Exploring the cliff line of northern Botany Bay, this walk has great views, both down at the water (Bare Island and Browns Rock) and up on the cliffs (the golf course). Make sure you allow time to walk around Bare Island and see the sites. Although in disrepair, the Coast Cemetery is also worth a little extra time.
Total climbing: 397m
13 km One way
5 hrs
Hard track
CLOSED This walk is closed at the northern end as there is no safe access to Malabar Head, updates to come in time.Following the coastline of Botany Bay's north side, this walk traverses the cliff line with spectacular views across the South Pacific Ocean. The walk will take you through bushland, past beaches and around two golf courses. With good side trips out to Bare Island and down to Brown's Rock, this walk explores all the environments that the north side of Botany Bay has to offer.
Total climbing: 406m
13.4 km One way
5 hrs
Hard track
Other Nearby walks
This short walk on raised boardwalk, through rare Banksia scrub, offers a look at this protected native vegetation in an environmentally sensitive way. The sheltered information sign at the start of the walk offers information about the Banksia scrub and a location map. The wide raised boardwalk is well maintained and could be accessed in a wheelchair, although the boardwalk is steep at one stage. This walk is recommended if you would like to look at a type of vegetation that once covered a much larger area of Sydney.
Total climbing: 6m
738 m Return
30 mins
Easy track
A worthwhile walk, traversing beach and headland to explore the WWII battlements of Henry Head. Both the Little Congwong Beach and Brown's Rock sidetrips are recommended on this walk, as they are short detours and break the journey. Henry Head is good spot to stop for something to eat, grab a torch and explore the concrete structures or just watch the boats passing in and out of Botany Bay. A recommended and pleasant walk.
Total climbing: 113m
4.2 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
A relaxing beach walk, ending at a sheltered sandy beach that has been described as one of the most beautiful beaches in Sydney. In the past, this walk has been used as a nudist beach, but this practice is being discouraged. The beach is very popular in the summer, but beware of the limited shade on a hot afternoon.
Total climbing: 34m
1.1 km Return
30 mins
Moderate track
This walk to Bare Island is thoroughly recommended. Bare Island is a small island, which is accessed via a timber bridge. The island was originally fortified to prevent foreign invasion, however it has also been a retirement home and is now a museum and tourist attraction (managed by NSW Parks and Wildlife Service). A visit to the nearby La Perouse Museum is a great addition to this walk and a good place organise a tour of Bare Island (available on Sunday afternoons).
Total climbing: 18m
854 m Return
30 mins
Easy track
This walk, primarily across open lawns, offers views across Botany Bay while visiting historically significant landmarks. The side trip to the Bare Island Fortifications is well worth it, with tours available on Sunday afternoons. However, a walk across to the locked gate on Bare Island is still well worth the time – also, there are steps at the far side of the bridge down onto attractive unfenced rock platforms. Both the historic tombstone and monument by the museum are worth a visit, to contemplate our early explorers. Food, beach and a children's playground are available close to the end of this walk. A magnificent location with so much history.
Total climbing: 9m
792 m Circuit
30 mins
Easy track
This great return walk starts from the Discovery centre in Kurnell, and follows a series of bush tracks and service trails, that wind south through wooded forest, to the Cape Bailey walking track. At about half way, the track breaks into heath, winding in between hanging swamps and along the cliff tops to the Cape Bailey lighthouse. The lighthouse is a great spot for lunch before the return journey.
Total climbing: 175m
8.9 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
This walk starts from Kurnell's Botany Bay Visitors Centre and heads south through the national park. The track winds through dry gum forest until it breaks out into heath, joining onto the Cape Bailey walking track. As it continues south, through small sand dunes and in between hanging swamps, the track winds in and out of the cliff top coastline to the end of the Sir Joseph Banks drive. The side trip up to the Cape Bailey lighthouse is well worth the small climb.
Total climbing: 123m
5.7 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
This walk explores the heath and the great views between the Visitor Center and Cape Baily Lighthouse. The walk follows a mixture of service trails, bush tracks, rock platforms and sand dunes, as it makes it's way through the park. You will discover expansive views of the park and out to sea. There are even the occasional glimpses of the city.
Total climbing: 149m
8.7 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
A short and fairly easy walk in the area surrounding the Botany Bay Discovery Centre. The trail passes through a nice eucalyptus forest, passing large ferns, along a well maintained track. If you're thinking about going to the Discovery Centre at Botany Bay, then this walk is well worth doing.
Total climbing: 11m
903 m Circuit
20 mins
Easy track
Following the service trails, this track covers many of the major walking tracks on Botany Bay's south side. Thick eucalypts and ferns surround the trail and there are great views from the Yena Picnic Area – a good place to break, (although it lacks shade). This walk is a nice way to explore a fair bit of the park.
Total climbing: 51m
2.8 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
This great return walk follows the Cape Bailey walking track as it winds along the coast, through thick heath and small sand dunes, to the Cape Bailey lighthouse, with great ocean views all the way. Also of interest is the wide variety of flora and fauna that can be found on this walk, from a number of different types of reptiles and amphibians to the hanging swamps and wild flowers (in spring). There is even some good whale watching opportunities in June, July, Sept and Oct.
Total climbing: 135m
7.4 km Return
2 hrs 30 mins
Moderate track
This great coastal walk follows the coastline from the cliff tops near Kurnell, south to the Boat Harbour Aquatic Reserve, and around the coast to Cronulla station. Other great features of this walk are the many rock formations around the coast, the small sand dunes along the track, the hanging swamps and the Cape Bailey lighthouse. For a more relaxing finish you could stop off at the ocean pools in Cronulla before heading to the train station.
Total climbing: 192m
12.7 km One way
4 hrs 15 mins
Hard track
Plan your trip to and from the walk hereThe The Coastal Hospital Cemetery Walk walk starts and ends at the Int of Pistol Club Rd AND Coastal Cemetery Trail (gps: -33.990814, 151.24856)
Your main transport option to Int of Pistol Club Rd AND Coastal Cemetery Trail is by;
Car. There is free parking available.
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Fire DangerEach park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather ForestThis walk starts in the Metropolitan weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Short URL = http://wild.tl/tchcw
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
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Date: April 27, 2013 9:35:57 AM EDT
Subject: Q: Kent's Character
We really are down a hole with no bottom in the "Businessman" thread. As far as I'm concerned, it has become a thread on the forbidden topic . . . which I'd prefer to be forbidden (though I always appreciate it when Peter Holland calls silliness by its name).
So we need a new topic, and let that be Kent in King Lear. In my latest reading of the play, Kent has dropped in my estimation. Some of his treatment of Oswald seems appropriate, in 1.4, but what about in 2.2? I've generally treated Kent as one of the moral cores of the play, but I'm concluding now that Kent, too, has some things to learn. What has been some good scholarship/criticism examining his character?
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This is meant as a clarification, not a criticism. Erma Bombeck, a great American comedienne who died at too early an age from cancer, was referring, not to a discussion book club, but to something like Book-of-the-Month club, which you needed an act of Congress to get out of. Many people (don't ask how I know) rued the day they signed up. I enjoy your reviews very much and order the books from my local library. Thank you.
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I have an attorney however I can clearly see he is not working aggressively on my case based on the settlement offer that was very low, I am still feeling a lot of pain and need to get a second opinion QME stated 100% of my problem was due to my work injury and recommended future medical care and a probable surgery in the future, his rating was low and also an ammended report stated I had reached P&S 1 year before my treating MD released me, however my attorney did not requested my MD a rebuttle report to contest the IQME . He is not helping me at all and I am desperate I did not take offer and requested to go to trial, but I fear that I will not get good results due to poor representation, please advise, I take pain medication every single day and struggle with pain daily. Help!!
I cannot answer the legal questions that you posed in your inquiry above because you are already represented by counsel and I am not licensed to practice in California. However, you mention issues that you are having with your current. Anytime a represented person comes to me regarding issues with their attorney I always encourage them to meet with their attorney to discuss any issues/concerns that they have with their representation. Many times, I've found that many perceived issues are due to miscommunication between the parties. I would suggest that you schedule an appointment for a face-to-face meeting with your attorney. If you are unable to resolve the issues with that meeting, you may want to consider seeking other counsel.Ask a similar question
You always have the right to change attorneys. The fee awarded will be the same, and if there are multiple attorneys they will have to split the fee. However, at this stage in the game it may be difficult to find another attorney. But you have that right.Ask a similar question
Schedule a in-person meeting with your lawyer. Write out a list of questions and concerns to ask during the meeting.
Ask the attorney to explain the values of your claim, and the pros and cons of settlement versus proceeding to hearing.
If you are still not satisfied, consult a different lawyer for a second opinion.
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Your summary of the case is a little unclear probably due to your anxiety and pain.
I believe you have stated that you had a primary treating physician and then a 2nd opionion PQME, and you disagree with the findings of the PQME. You should know that the determinations of the PQME are not always accepted as more credible or carry more weight than a primary treating physician's opinion. A judge will look to see how complete the report is (accurate history, complete review of records, and the reasoning behind an opinion). Furthermore, a judge will look a little more favorably towards a primary treating physician as that doctor has seen you many times and is usually in a better position to accurately assess your condition. A rebuttal medical report only helps if the there is a well reasoned opinion, not just a doctor stating a review of the PQME's report but disagreement.
Your treating physician should be asked to provide an Almaraz-Guzman analysis. If the primary treating physician does not include that in the report, your attorney should request the doctor to provide that analysis in the report. This analysis can only increase the permanent disability by stating the reasons for a more accurate impairment can be established through the AMA Guides, 5th Edition.
If you feel unsatisfied or have concerns about your representation, call your attorney for an office meeting to further discuss those concerns. If that is unsuccessful, then please feel free to contact me with any further questions you may have.Ask a similar question
I can understand your concern. I do not practice in CA and I am only familiar with PA law on workers compensation but it appears that there are some things that are common in both PA and CA law. First, you say that you attorney is not acting aggressively for you. You are always able to get a second opinion. Call another attorney and ask if s/he will talk to you about your case. That might put your mind at ease. Did you ask your attorney about the settlement value and what value your attorney thinks is fair? Why have you not had the surgery yet? Surgery in most cases is either necessary or it is not necessary. If it is "possible in the future" then it might not have any true bearing on your case right now. If you need surgery then get it now..why wait? How much money will it cost to get a report from your doctor? Did you offer to pay for it or do you expect your attorney to put the money up for a report. Sometimes the reports costs up to $1,000.00. Are you willing to pay that money to help your case? Does your lawyer know that? The bottom line is you should be asking your lawyer lots of questions and demand straight forward answers. If your lawyer will not talk to you then you might have to consider getting another lawyer perhaps.Ask a similar question
Although I am licensed in Georgia and our procedures are different than in California, I always encourage people who call me complaining about their attorney to try to talk to the current attorney first. Often the situation is resolved if there is better communication.
If you still want to change attorneys, you can. In Georgia, the attorneys on your case would have to split the fee so it will not cost you any more money to change attorneys.
A report from a Panel QME in and of ityself is more persuasive than any other, so I agree that perhaps your attorney should be seeking a rebuttal report or perhaps deposing the doctors. One would need more information and a review the rpeorts to effectively make those recommendations.
You can change counsel anytime you want and you would liekly get a new trial date based on chaing attorneys but the problem will be fidning an attorney whow ants to get involved at this late in the case. If you are going to shop around the case then you will need the Panel QME report and your treating physician's reports so some analysis can be made by any new potential lawyer.Ask a similar question
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Trumpets: Jerry Hey and Gary Grant
How The Song Came About:
Actually, I don't know how this one came about. I just sat and built it.
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The album liner notes:
Additional story info: This track was supposed to be sung by a woman and the character was Eve but at the last minute I decided to change the words and sing it myself.
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The intro vocals represent 17 overdubs. The percussive track is stacked vocals too. When I was going to Berklee in Boston I enjoyed writing big band horn charts. This song gave me an opportunity to brush off those chops. I wrote the chart for 12 horns and hired 6 guys and overdubbed them.
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Actually we are too afraid to decide, or let's say future is too unpredictable that we cannot say confidently in front of everybody that 'one day I will become (assume whatever u like)'.Actually I always dreamt of retiring at 45, then writing a novel, playing tennis (would be too old for soccer lol!) and living a cool stress-free life. Oh and earning a lot of money through novels too. But you cannot just reach the peak without putting efforts, u always need tools and equipments but more than that, you need the confidence. Confidence that you will never look down lol! Anyway, enough of dreams and coming straight to the point, I want to convey that:
Looking at the sky, one cannot stop wondering
It's the beauty of the World in which we are living
So many things to distract our mind
Forcing us to leave the dreams behind
But we all are endowed with some unique skill
So stop being afraid and enjoy the thrill
Because we never know what life has to propose!
It can turn into a Cactus or a beautiful red rose
This FF couldn't have been written without the help of Hinata020, I thank her and all the readers of my FF. And of course to Mr. Bill gates and MS corp.
THE STORY UNTOLD - Chapter ~ 3
Time passes on, from dusk to dawn
Preparations are done, plans have been drawn
New seeds begin to sprout
To carry on the legacy, no doubt
But to shoulder the responsibilities
One needs unique abilities
But still we should have hope and trust in them
To convert the pebble in to a shining gem.
Three people were walking towards the Konoha School. A man with black hair and broad-frame glasses having a frown look on his face; a woman of same age, black hairs adjusted in a twin-bun and a man in his early twenties with a nervous look on his face.
Koharu Utatane: Well let's see what they are capable of (with a smirk on his face)
Tadashi Gekko: I m sure they will do their best Koharu-sama. (he said with a nervous laugh)
Homura Mitokado: Is he one of them too?
Koharu: Yes, he is.
As they entered the Konoha School, they hear a commotion inside the classroom. Strength of nearly 45 students can be seen in the playground. As they entered, the noise and random actions ceased, everybody stayed still.
Tadashi: Today, we are conducting the final exams and all those who pass will get the Konoha forehead protector. I'm sure you all are aware of that. But before that, let me introduce to the Inspectors who will analyze your skills and give the results. Everyone, this is Koharu-sama and Homura-sama.
As the day went on, the introduction and exams were taken. Only 12 young ninjas were selected to be given the Konoha head protector and as cutomary protocol, they were also assigned to a team of four under a particular jounin who will also be their Sensei.
Evening [THIRD TRAINING GROUND]
Three young ninja and a tall man with black hair and red eyes were standing face to face. The tall man, now their sensei, returned from a mission in the evening and he summoned all three of his students to the third training ground, a location where shinobis hone their skills.
Sensei: Greetings, everyone. I was instructed that I will have to lead a team of three genin who graduated from the academy this year. I must point out that it's one of the few tasks I would never want to do. However, being th lord Hokage's request, I accepted you all as my students. I want you all to introduce yourself and tell me your graduation ranks, starting from the left.
Genin 1: I m Takeshi Oshiro! I secured 12th rank in the academy graduation exam!! (Even though he had only secured the last position among the genin, he replied with oozing enthusiasm)
Genin 2: I m Katsumi Hamasaki. I secured 1st rank in the class (The girl said confidently)
Sensei: Amazing! So we have a first ranked and a last ranked genin. (He looks at the third)
Genin 3: My name is Dan Sarutobi. I secured 6th position in the exam. (The boy said in a calm voice, looking at the beautiful sunset)
Sensei: Well I m not surprised! Let's start off with the training.
Katsumi: won't you tell us about yourself sensei?
Sensei: My name is Kagami Uchiha. That's all u need to know. (a serious look on his face)
Katsumi: What was your academy graduation rank sensei? Was u the topper of your batch?
Kagami: No, I was actually one of the few who never understood the logic behind the graduation tests. (All three of them listened to him with a confused expression). Alright let me make this clear for you. Academy graduation tests evaluate the following abilities of an academy student:
· The ability to perform ninjutsu.
· The knowledge of chakra, ninja tools and basic techniques.
· The shinobi rules like what to do or not to do in an adverse situation.
However, they are many things that AGE doesn't evaluate like the team work, courage, cleverness and most of all the ability to never give up.
*AGE – Academy Graduation Exam
Takeshi: Then why did you ask our AGE ranks? (irritated)
Sensei: Because I wanted to know about your ability to pay attention and the ability to follow instructions. Now I want to fight you all so that I can grasp your level. So come and fight with all your might!! (takes a cool stance)
Scene changes: Hokage Office!
Hokage: I have already talked to him about it. That's why I want you all to go to him. Search each and every possible location; I want full information about it. (there was solemnity in the face of the Hokage)
Jiraiya: Alrighty!!... Was waiting for some action. What took you so long to consider us for this, Sensei? We are more than ready.
Tsunade: Shut the crap you fool (she said while she looked at Jiriaya with contempt) let us hear the details. (she had already clenched her fists)
Orochimaru: You never learn do you? (Jiraiya truly annoyed and irritated Orochimaru)
Hokage: It's alright so here is what Hiroshi asked for, It's a…… (The conversation continues….)
Scene Changes - Place Unknown
Setsuna Uchiha: We have the collected the vessel to harness its power; we just need the power source.
Takumi Uchiha: But we have no information about him.
Setsuna Uchiha: That Bastard Hyuuga. He hid him somewhere. We need to find that hyuuga first (with contempt in his voice)
Uruchi Uchiha: But what about our Hokage and Kagami. Kagami has got suspicious about our actions Setsuna San! (Yoshiro said with concern)
Setsuna Uchiha: We just need to be careful from now on. In any case, I need the information about the Rinnegan that Sage has left us. I need to know something. ( said while rubbing his index finger on his chin deviously)
Yoshiro Uchiha: But we can't bring the tablet here can we?
Takumi Uchiha: No! Idiot! …we will just jot down the information we get by decrypting the message using Mangekyou Sharingan.
(and then he sighed with frustration)
Scene Changes: - THIRD TRAINING GROUND – Night nearly 10 pm
Kagami Uchiha: That's all for today. We will begin with our missions tomorrow, so I want all of you to meet me at Hokage's office in the morning at 6:00 am.
Takeshi Oshiro: Why so early sensei?
Kagami Uchiha: Stop acting like a child, will u? I want everyone there sharp at 6 am (Kagami was low in patience by nature. There was seriousness in his voice when he spoke, it was hard to imagine that he could smile)
All Three: Hai!
Saying this everybody headed towards their home except Kagami. He stayed there for a while to make sure everybody had left.
Kagami Uchiha: Got anything new?
Hiruzen Sarutobi: Yeah
Kagami Uchiha: What?
Hiruzen Sarutobi: Almost every sinful action ever committed can be traced back to a selfish motive. It is a trait we hate in other people but justify in ourselves. (he said this while smoking a tobacco)
Kagami Uchiha: True. Everyone seems to have a clear idea of how other people should lead their lives, but none about his or her own.
Hiruzen Sarutobi: I have sent my team to meet him. I think he has figured out something.
Kagami Uchiha: *sigh* It's been years since I have seen him.
Hiruzen Sarutobi: Umm Kagami… How's Dan doing? (He asked with curiusity)
Kagami Uchiha: Oh please, It was his first day! You worry about him too much. He will be okay, but I think we should tell him the secret.
Hiruzen Sarutobi: He is just a kid Kagami. And I think …
Kagami Uchiha: He is worthy of it. After all he is Ryuu's son. (he said with such pride in his voice)
Scene Changes - Konoha Streets
Dan: alright Takeshi! , Katsumi! Goodnight…will meet you both tomorrow at 6.
Katsumi: sure!
Takeshi: yeah…yeah whatever
They all parted to their respective homes excited for the following day.
Thank you for reading .....
here's the link of chapter 1st and 2nd
1 - http://www.narutobase.net/forums/sho...d.php?t=191063
2 - http://www.narutobase.net/forums/sho...d.php?t=199612


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Freeze Damage in Woody Plants
by Andy Walsh
The Three Stages of Freezing
I've heard people state that their trees are frozen in the winter and survive. It's clear to me that there are some misunderstandings about what it means when someone says a plant is frozen. If a plant truly freezes it dies. The formation of ice within the cells of a plant is invariably fatal. What I think many people see in winter is the soil of their trees frozen and they equate this with the plant being frozen. This is not the case. From my readings, there are basically three stages of freezing that can be observed with, and have significance to, a bonsai:
1. The freezing of the water in the bonsai's soil.
2. The freezing of "extra"-cellular water (water outside cells) in the plant's tissues.
3. The freezing of "intra"-cellular water (water inside cells) in the plant's tissues.
Freezing of Water in the Soil
The freezing of the water in the soil occurs at the highest temperature of the three. Water in nature rarely freezes at its physical constant of 0ºC (32ºF) as there is always something dissolved in it that lowers the freezing point. However, since soil is primarily comprised of particles and (usually) not a lot of solute, water freezes at just a little below 0ºC. When ice forms in soil it actually comes out of the soil solution leaving particles and solutes behind (Ref. 2). Those of you in the colder areas who experience frost heaves will note that the ground has ice crystals on the soil surface. In many instances it is not the soil itself that is frozen; it is muddy underneath. However, this only occurs where there is room for the ice crystals to grow--namely the surface. In the ground, and in the soil of a bonsai, the water has nowhere to go and freezes in place. I have seen the water in the soil of my bonsai frozen like this for over 20 winters.
It has also been said that this freezing puts serious and damaging pressure on the roots due to the expansion from the ice. However, plant cells have rigid cell walls and are capable of withstanding several atmospheres of pressure on a regular basis due to their own normal internal turgor pressure. Actually, ordinary land plants have been shown to survive hydrostatic pressures of over 1000 atmospheres. The resistance to pressure stress varies seasonally and, believe it or not, has been shown to increase with cold hardening (Alexandrov 1964, in Ref. 2).
What is important to understand at this point is that the water in the soil is frozen and NOT the roots or the shoots of the bonsai. Water freezing in the soil of a bonsai is not a problem for the tree (except as mentioned later). At the freezing temperature of water in the soil, the tree has few worries, but as the temperature falls further, the roots and shoots of the tree are placed in greater risk. As the temperature gets lower, the plant itself is in danger of freezing, which is invariably fatal to the plant. Plants have several mechanisms by which they avoid freezing which are not completely understood yet.
One mechanism is the storage of solutes (sugars, sugar alcohols, proteins, etc.) within the cell protoplasm. The presence of solutes lowers the freezing point of water and keeps the plant from freezing if the temperature falls below 0ºC. In some cases this mechanism provides great protection. Japanese researchers (Ichiki and Yamaya in Ref. 2) found that apples (Malus sp.) increase the level of sorbitol to over 30 times its pre-winter levels and correlated the degree of winter hardiness to the level of sorbitol in the tracheal sap. At peak sorbitol levels, hardiness was experimentally measured to as low as -25ºC. Interestingly, sorbitol levels varied throughout the season depending on the external temperature; that is, as the temperature fell, the sorbitol levels increased and vice versa. This is true of many other species as well--but not all. (By the way, hardiness is not something that can be built into such trees ahead of time by special fertilizing routines. A quick cold snap following a warm spell can kill such a tree at temperatures well above that plant's lowest known hardiness level).
Freezing of Extra-Cellular Water
Another mechanism that plants use is the expulsion of water from the cell protoplasm into the extra-cellular spaces. Changes in cell membrane permeability allow water to leave the cell and enter the spaces between the cells; the water then freezes there instead of within the cell. This is the second stage of freezing that I mentioned above that can be observed by a bonsai grower on his/her trees. In some trees, when the temperature falls low enough (quite low), this phenomenon occurs and in the case of pines can be seen by the grower. The needles of a pine can seem like they are frozen as they are stiff and will crackle when bent. The cells of the pine needle have allowed water to "escape" into the extra-cellular spaces and it freezes there, giving the needles the appearance that they are frozen. Again, this is an appearance and the plant itself (living tissue) has not frozen. This mechanism also allows the "intra"-cellular water to avoid being frozen.
Freezing of Intra-Cellular Water
The third freezing stage is when the intra-cellular water freezes. This causes the death of the cells that do freeze and is shown to the bonsai grower through the loss of branches or the tree itself come springtime. One freezing avoidance mechanism that is not clearly understood is what is called "supercooling". By some means, the cellular "sap" remains liquid at temperatures well below the known freezing point for that "sap" (down to -70ºC). There is some physical relationship to the diameter of the vessels that this "sap" is in, since in larger vessels the "sap" does freeze at higher temperatures.
I have also heard discussion of "round" vs. "sharp" ice crystals forming when there are sugars in solution; I don't know that any such thing occurs. But it really is a moot point since intra-cellular ice formation, whether from "round" or "sharp" ice crystals, will be fatal to the cell. The shape of the crystals doesn't matter. I will add though, that it is specifically ice (crystal) formation and not freezing that is believed to do the damage, as animal and plant cells can be quickly frozen in liquid nitrogen and have recoveries of greater than 90% on thawing. This rapid freezing causes the intra-cellular water to freeze in place without the formation of ice within the cells. This is successful only if the freezing process is taking place quickly (at a rate greater than 1ºC/minute). However, plant cells were the least (by far) affected by the rate of the freezing process, possibly due to their rigid cell walls. (I was involved with the validation of several liquid nitrogen cell bank freezers a few years back, so I have some personal experience with this one).
Temperature Ranges of the Three Stages
Each one of these three freezing events takes place in a specific temperature range. Soil freezes first, "extra"-cellular water next, and "intra"-cellular water last. In the case of plant shoots (remember I said shoots--very important word) these temperature ranges could be something like:
1. 0 to -5ºC (32 to 23ºF) for soil water.
2. -5 to -10ºC (23 to 14ºF) for "extra"-cellular water.
3. -20 to -40ºC (-4 to -40ºF) for "intra"-cellular water.
These are arbitrary ranges for the sake of example and not specific to any particular species. However, such ranges would probably apply to many species in many temperate zones. Many of you will note that the winter temperatures for your area would not meet the "criteria" for "intra"-cellular freezing and hence your trees should be pretty safe in your area. That is indeed the case. What gives then with all this talk of winter protection for bonsai?
What gives is that the hardiness values for various species apply ONLY to the above ground tissues. The root systems of plants do not undergo the same degree of hardening by any stretch of the imagination. This is where trees as bonsai and trees in nature part company. In nature, a tree's roots are below ground and are not subjected to anywhere near the widely varying and deeply cold temperatures that the above ground shoots are. They do cold harden somewhat, but not to a great degree. (By the way, if the trunk of a tree is buried under soil prior to the onset of the fall temperature drop, the tissues of the trunk under the soil will not cold harden like the rest of the above ground parts and will be easily damaged if exposed). When a tree is removed from the ground and placed in a pot, its life can be placed in jeopardy since its roots can now see temperatures they never saw in nature. This is the very reason why winter protection of bonsai is necessary. (Indeed, if bonsai were hardy to -40 etc. why would most of us even bother with winter storage?) Nothing in particular needs to be done to help the above ground parts make it through the winter; it is the below ground parts that need the help. I know of no special tricks other than avoidance of low temperatures to prevent freezing damage to roots.
Killing Temperatures for Roots Vary by Species
The temperatures at which roots are killed show wide variability from species to species. For example, the "killing temperature" of mature roots for Magnolia stellata is -5ºC (23ºF) whereas for Juniperus conferta it is -23ºC (-9.4ºF) (Ref. 5). In my experience, trident maples are very susceptible to moderately low temperatures while many other species--azaleas, for instance--are not. I have wintered cuttings of azaleas outdoors on the ground with no mulching for many years and they have survived with no problems. Some growers, like Reiner Goebel of Toronto, do not provide their collected eastern white cedars (Thuja occidentalis) with any winter protection at all. They do just fine kept right on their benches. Both azaleas and eastern white cedars have dense, fibrous, shallow roots systems and it is possible that their roots are normally exposed to colder temperatures and have greater resistance. I don't know whether their greater resistance is due to the roots surviving at lower temperatures or their greater ability to regrow in the spring.
Methods of Protection
Protection is typically accomplished by keeping the bonsai in a temperature controlled greenhouse, by keeping the bonsai in a cold frame, by placing the tree back in the ground, or by mulching around the pot (in order of decreasing effectiveness). All these actions can help prevent the root systems from reaching their "killing temperatures" and prevent root damage or death. When bonsai people go to any of these various lengths in winter they are really protecting the roots of their trees from reaching their "killing temperatures." But many growers don't seem to know or appreciate that.
Stem Tissue Dehydration
At this point it's important to return to one other winter issue related to the freezing of soil water. I mentioned earlier that the freezing of soil water is not a problem for the tree. It isn't, except under certain circumstances. If the temperature of above-ground tissues rises substantially and the soil water remains frozen (as can occur in many greenhouses), transpiration of water can occur from the shoots. If the roots cannot obtain any water from the soil, they cannot replace any that is lost from the shoots and the shoots can desiccate. This situation can be greatly aggravated by any wind, which will help to drive transpiration losses. This can result in the "winter dieback" of shoots and branches.
Obviously, this situation is undesirable. For bonsai growers, it is best avoided through some form of windbreak. Greenhouses and cold frames (or porches and garages) naturally supply this, but trees planted in the ground or mulched may need (depending on the area) some form of windbreak placed around them for the greatest protection from this potential threat.
In Summary
Now, let me try to pull all this "stuff" together into some useful summary that anyone, anywhere, can refer to and have the necessary information in hand to make informed and confident decisions on what they need to do for their bonsai in winter.
1. Bonsai from temperate plants will enter a period of dormancy in fall which is triggered by shortening days and/or falling temperatures. Exposure to short days, low temperatures, and (very importantly) frost induces the plant to begin "cold hardening" to sustain it from the coming winter temperatures.
2. The above ground parts (shoots, leaves, buds) of bonsai from most temperate plants (after "cold hardening") can withstand very low temperatures (some as low as -70ºC).
3. The roots of bonsai from most temperate plants do not "cold harden"like the above ground parts and are much more sensitive to low temperatures and can be more easily damaged.
4. Freezing of the soil in a bonsai pot is not necessarily a threat to the plant unless it is accompanied by prolonged periods where the shoots are at higher temperatures and/or exposed to drying winds and desiccation of the shoots becomes an issue.
From these four points I believe it can probably be seen that the optimum winter handling of bonsai from temperate plants is:
1. Allow the plant to properly enter dormancy and "cold harden." Reduction of water and exposure to the first frosts of the fall are particularly important.
2. Store the plant (optimally) well watered in an enclosed, temperature-controlled area where the temperature is held at 1 to 10ºC (34 to 50ºF) throughout the winter. This will allow the appropriate temperature and time for dormancy to be broken, keep the temperature from falling too low and damaging the roots, and prevent the soil from freezing, which protects the shoots from desiccation.
3. Remove the plants from this protected area when the temperature conditions for growth return.
Many people cannot attain step 2 easily. But approximating that should be the goal. There are a number of winter storage procedures that will bring growers closer to this ideal. Cold frames, garages, porches, mulching (with a windbreak), burying the pot (with a windbreak), are all makeshift ways of providing near-ideal winter protection.
With the above ideal model in mind (and the reasons why) and knowledge of the typical winter conditions in your area, you will be able to confidently pick an effective winter storage scheme.
1) Levitt, J. (1980) "Responses of Plants to Environmental Stresses".
2) Li, P.H. and A. Sakai (1978) "Plant Cold Hardiness and Freezing Stress".
3) Long, S.P. and F.I. Woodward (1987) "Plants and Temperature".
4) Moore, T.C. (1979) "Biochemistry and Physiology of Plant Hormones".
5) Whitcomb, C. (1984) "Plant Production in Containers".


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Jokes aside, this has been suggested and in my opinion it would be a great idea to reward returning customers. But for now I haven't heard of anything…
Oh, and as a customer, I always rate my purchases. My profile can be checked for any that have not been rated… Bet you won't find any..
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"great idea to reward returning customers" – this is very good idea Thnaks people like Mcollins this community is alive, so some loyalty program will be nice.
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by Staff Writers
Leeds, UK (SPX) May 23, 2014
Three years of observations show that the Antarctic ice sheet is now losing 159 billion tonnes of ice each year - twice as much as when it was last surveyed. A team of scientists from the UK Centre for Polar Observation and Modelling, led by researchers at the University of Leeds, have produced the first complete assessment of Antarctic ice sheet elevation change.
They used measurements collected by the European Space Agency's CryoSat-2 satellite mission, which carries an altimeter specially designed for this task.
In sharp contrast to past altimeter missions, CryoSat-2 surveys virtually all the Antarctic continent, reaching to within 215 kilometres of the South Pole and leading to a fivefold increase in the sampling of coastal regions where today's ice losses are concentrated.
Overall, the pattern of imbalance continues to be dominated by glaciers thinning in the Amundsen Sea sector of West Antarctica.
However, thanks to the improved capabilities of CryoSat-2, problem areas such as the rugged terrain of the Antarctic Peninsula can now also be surveyed.
On average West Antarctica lost 134 gigatonnes of ice, East Antarctica three gigatonnes, and the Antarctic Peninsula 23 gigatonnes in each year between 2010 and 2013 - a total loss of 159 gigatonnes each year.
The polar ice sheets are a major contributor to global sea level rise and, when combined, the Antarctic losses detected by CryoSat-2 are enough to raise global sea levels by 0.45 millimetres each year alone.
In West Antarctica, ice thinning has been detected in areas that were poorly surveyed by past satellite altimeter missions.
These newly-mapped areas contribute additional losses that bring altimeter observations closer to estimates based on other approaches.
But the average rate of ice thinning in West Antarctica has also increased, and this sector is now losing almost one third (31%) as much ice each year than it did during the five year period (2005-2010) prior to CryoSat-2's launch.
Lead author Dr Malcolm McMillan from the University of Leeds said: "We find that ice losses continue to be most pronounced along the fast-flowing ice streams of the Amundsen Sea sector, with thinning rates of between 4 and 8 metres per year near to the grounding lines of the Pine Island, Thwaites and Smith Glaciers."
This sector of Antarctica has long been identified as the most vulnerable to changes in climate and, according to recent assessments, its glaciers may have passed a point of irreversible retreat.
Launched in 2010, CryoSat carries a radar altimeter that can 'see' through clouds and in the dark, providing continuous measurements over areas like Antarctica that are prone to bad weather and long periods of darkness.
The radar can measure the surface height variation of ice in fine detail, allowing scientists to record changes in its volume with unprecedented accuracy.
Professor Andrew Shepherd, also of the University of Leeds, who led the study, said: "Thanks to its novel instrument design and to its near-polar orbit, CryoSat allows us to survey coastal and high-latitude regions of Antarctica that were beyond the capability of past altimeter missions, and it seems that these regions are crucial for determining the overall imbalance."
"Although we are fortunate to now have, in CryoSat-2, a routine capability to monitor the polar ice sheets, the increased thinning we have detected in West Antarctica is a worrying development. It adds concrete evidence that dramatic changes are underway in this part of our planet, which has enough ice to raise global sea levels by more than a metre. The challenge is to use this evidence to test and improve the predictive skill of climate models."
Professor David Vaughan of the British Antarctic Survey said: "The increasing contribution of Antarctica to sea-level rise is a global issue, and we need to use every technique available to understand where and how much ice is being lost. Through some very clever technical improvements, McMillan and his colleagues have produced the best maps of Antarctic ice-loss we have ever had. Prediction of the rate of future global sea-level rise must be begin with a thorough understanding of current changes in the ice sheets - this study puts us exactly where we need to be."
Dr Ian Joughin at the University of Washington, author of a recent study simulating future Antarctic ice sheet losses added: "This study does a nice job of revealing the strong thinning along the Amundsen Coast, which is consistent with theory and models indicating this region is in the early stages of collapse."
The findings from a team of UK researchers at the NERC Centre for Polar Observation and Modelling, are published in the journal Geophysical Research Letters. Professor Vaughan and Dr Joughin were not involved in the study. The full paper: Malcolm McMillan, Andrew Shepherd et al. 'Increased ice losses from Antarctica detected by CryoSat-2', Geophysical Research Letters (2014), is online (DOI 10.1002/2014GL060111;).
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If you've ever experienced the passionate highs of a new (or consistently exciting) relationship, you might not find the results of this small study surprising.
A "longtime researcher of the science of love" at SUNY Stony Brook (which, by the way, totally sounds like a line) and a scientist at Stanford recently hooked up (platonically) to study the effects of love and romance, particularly the new and overwhelming kind, on the way the body handles pain. The study controlled for hotness, using images of both an attractive acquaintance and the subject's object of affection to measure how feelings associated with love affect the perception of physical discomfort.
15 total subjects were tested, and each brought with them six photos- three of their "beloved," and three of a hottie friend. Then the researchers inflicted moderate to high degrees of pain on the subjects by applying heat to their palms while the subjects gazed at either a picture of their friend, or of the acquaintance. In addition to the images of the friend and the lover, distracting tasks were employed to also provide a pain reducing result.
Dr. Sean Mackey at Stanford describes the effects of the three on subjects' pain levels:
In comparing the way the brain reacted to the heat while it process each of the three tasks, Mackey found that looking at a loved one allowed the subjects to withstand greater pain than looking at a friend or completing the mental skill test. Even more intriguing, he says was that love activated different parts of the brain than the normal analgesic pathways.
"Love was engaging our very deep, old and primitive reptilian system that involves basic needs, wants and cravings," he says, as compared to the mental task, which recruited more higher thinking pathways and diverted the brain's perception of pain by occupying it with more intellectual pursuits. "We found a nice link between the reward system and the pain modulating system, suggesting that love does really work in reducing pain."
Dr. Mackey suggested that while applying the findings directly might be challenging, existing "loving relationships" could prove useful in those managing pain.