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Fair Trade Means Better Lives, But Can It Also Mean Better Coffee?
At its core Fair Trade is about sustainability, in every sense of the word. Social sustainability. Environmental sustainability. Economic sustainability. As such, the Fair Trade Certified label has become an international symbol of responsible farming practices, as well as a reflection of brand and consumer values. It is this distinction, of Fair Trade as a mission-driven certification, which has led some to question whether it can be anything else. They wonder--can a cup of coffee that does good also taste good?
The answer is: absolutely. Exceptional coffee and sustainability can (and must) go hand-in-hand.
Though Fair Trade is not a certification of quality, it has become an important vehicle for improving quality and enabling farmers to produce some of the best beans on the market. In fact, nearly all Fair Trade Certified coffee today qualifies as specialty grade, further proving that good taste and good practices are not mutually exclusive-- they're integrally linked.
Better Income, Better Coffee:
According to the United Nations, there are over two billion people living on less than two dollars a day, 65% of whom work in agriculture. The reality is that coffee farmers are poor and getting poorer. In late 2013, for example, coffee prices plummeted to some of the lowest levels in a decade. With prices hovering around $1 per pound, the majority of small-scale coffee farmers who supply our morning joe were making less than half of what they made just a few years ago.
Can we really demand investment in quality when people cannot keep food on the table or send their kids to school?
Through Fair Trade, the only certification with a guaranteed minimum price to protect against low markets, farmers are able to meet their immediate needs and find the stability required to make important investments in quality.
- The Fair Trade Minimum Price: This is a promise between producers and buyers that a minimum amount will always be paid for their beans—creating stability for farmers, and a strong reliable supply for businesses. Remember this is a floor, not a ceiling, and Fair Trade farmers can, and do, negotiate higher prices based on quality. This price also serves as collateral to anchor lending to cooperatives, helping them access much-needed pre-harvest and long-term financing.
- Community Development Premiums: In Fair Trade growers also earn a premium of $0.20/lb for community investment, and an additional $0.30 if the coffee is also organic. Of this additional income, 25% is designated for investment in quality and productivity, though many producers vote to spend significantly more in this area.
Take the case of Jose Isidro Lara, a Fair Trade farmer in Honduras. With the help of Fair Trade prices and premiums, Jose was able to build his own personal wet mill, and a solar drying area to achieve greater consistency in his coffee. He's been working hard to improve quality over time, and now earns double, sometimes triple, the market price for his exceptional beans.
Farmers and Buyers Working Together:
Farmers today understand that investing in quality is critical to their long-term survival in the business. Similarly, coffee buyers know that working closely with producers through Fair Trade is a great way to develop the quality of the coffee they serve to the world.
While Fair Trade does not certify for cup quality, many buyers have known for years that Fair Trade cooperatives in various origins can in fact produce excellent coffee. As part of our continued efforts at Atlas to identify and source high-grade offerings, we have forged strong relationships with multiple Fair Trade cooperatives – including CODECH in Guatemala, COCAFCAL in Honduras, and Bukonzo Joint Cooperative in Uganda – who are committed to quality as well as increased traceability through micro-lots. These groups have a strong awareness of current trends in the specialty market and understand that investments in quality control are critical in securing their long-term viability. Yet if their members did not have access to the specialty market through their respective Fair Trade co-ops, they likely would have be faced with having to sell their coffee at lower prices to commercial buyers.-- Al Liu, Trader & Certified Coffee Specialist, Atlas Coffee Importers
Sustainable Coffee Wins Awards:
When it comes to producing outstanding coffee, Fair Trade leaders continue to make their mark on the world. Just a few noteworthy mentions:
- CECOVASA, a Fair Trade coffee co-op in Peru, won the National Quality Coffee Competition six times in the last nine years. They also won the People's Choice Award at SCAA's Coffees of the Year competition in 2010.
- Six out of the top 10 coffees in the Peruvian cupping competition were from Fair Trade co-ops.
- Four roasters that source Fair Trade Certified coffee were nominated for the 2013 Good Food Awards.
- Coda Coffee was named 2014 Macro Roaster of the Year, an award that "recognizes companies that roast coffees of superior quality, exemplify a dedication to sustainable practices and employee education, and demonstrate a commitment to the coffee industry." They are the most recent of many Fair Trade buyers to win this award.
Not only are Fair Trade coffees winning awards, certification is also regularly used as a qualifying factor for other prominent programs:
" In order for us to consider a product for our Whole Trade program, it has to be certified and it has to be high-quality. The good news is that there are so many outstanding, quality-forward Fair Trade coffees out there, and we've been able to develop close relationships with growers to further develop that quality over time.-- Darrin Daniel, Director of Sourcing & Quality Control, Allegro Coffee Company"
Securing the Future of Quality Coffee
As it turns out, you don't have to choose between good taste and good practices. Fair Trade has come a long way in the last 50+ years, and with it, a growing number of farmers, traders, roasters, retailers and consumers who understand that investing in people is critical way to secure the future of quality coffee. It really is something you can feel good about.
"If you want quality, delivery on time, a sustainable product, it has to be Fair Trade. Relationships with farmers and buyers must be strengthened. We're not a production machine but a living participant. First, Fair Trade matters because we are poor and we are small farmers. Second, Fair Trade matters because it enables quality. Of all the certifications, Fair Trade is the one that matters most."—Miguel Paz, CECOVASA, Peru


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Convenience to airport. Pleasant surroundings. Nothing.
That's what we call spent money for nothing it's a horrible night seems a 1900 building very old and dirty
The veiw How I asked for early check in told it was a $20 fee .. Check in is at 3pm I asked for 9 am and was ok'd by front desk in advanced .. Got down at 730 am (it's a 5 hour drive) so ya we were beat .. Front desk told us they wouldn't have anything for a couple hours .. Fine .. They allowed us to enjoy breakfast and 1030 I again asked for early check in as we wanted to nap before our day we had planned .. Still no room so we found something to do in the area .. At 1230 we went back and asked for a room still nothing .. Luckily we are pretty laid back people so with out a fuss we went and got ready and brushed out teeth in the truck .. Not ideal being as tired as we were coming from mass . But we made the most of it and enjoyed the Philadelphia zoo .. And finally at 430 we got a room several hours past was told we could check in .. Customer service was extremely poor you could tell know one really cared at all seeing how every time (3-4) I went to the front desk they took my number and said they would call me when the room was ready .. Needless to say I never even got a call so rude. And room service people were everywhere and said 11am was check out ..ridiculous I wouldn't stay again
Room was clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Due to renovations being made, it was a little confusing finding the hotel office. Worth the trouble, though.
Convenience to airport. Pleasant surroundings. Nothing.
Clean room No elevator room on third floor donuts were Continental breakfast
Cleanliness of rooms and facility
That's what we call spent money for nothing it's a horrible night seems a 1900 building very old and dirty
I was woken up by loud yelling multiple times every night...
Excellent value. Friendly staff. Most of facility is closed for renovations. Used by airline personnel for overnight stays. Regular shuttle bus to nearby airport and easy access from airport to downtown Philadelphia. No food outlets within walking distance, although snacks from on-site vending machines are available during renovation. Renovation will not be completed until well into 2011.
Don't know< I never made it to the room. Even though I reserved the room online with a credit card, when I got there they told me they couldn't process my reservation due to their credit card machine being out of order and I could only pay cash. So I walked out the door and stayed at Red Roof Inn next door, I suggest you do the same.
Location Check in was 3 hrs late, the guy at the desk was beyond rude and had no idea what he was doing. Our first room was filthy and the heater didnt work, it was an ice box. When we called the front desk he said it would take 20 minutes to warm up and refusedto give us another rooom. When an hour went by my hhusband went to the front desk bc after calling them again and the guy hung up on him we were furious. He ended up giving us another room. It was smaller and just as unclean. I will never go back norrrecommend it.pay the extra 10bucks and stay at the bbeautiful red roof inn next door. Totally worth it!!!
the staff was good the room seemed not to be ready for occupation. the towels were dirty and the comforter was stained.
The room I booked was not clean. The cleaning person was cleaning it while I was checking in. She didn't change the bed sheet, she was not even clean the bed since I found a lot of hair on the bed and on the pillow sheet. One of the body towel was dirty, it has few black spots on it so I just threw it on the floor to let them know in the morning to wash that towel.
Everything. There were drug paraphernalia in the room, including a pot pipe.
Location Room was not exactly clean and bed covers were disgustingly dirty. Asked for new ones and they were also unclean/stained. Asked for more towels as they were also dirty/stained and we were told if they had any left they would bring them. Needless to say they did not bring any! No water pressure in shower.
Absolutely nothing!!! Smelled terrible. (so bad you can't sleep) Loud noises at night. Hot water took 15 minutes to heat up. Had to check in behind a bullet proof window for the security of the "concierge" Hair in the sink (not mine).
My room door would not lock in the morning, I was in a hurry to get to a funeral. I complained to the manager and he made me pack up and move out of the room. He said he would have a room for me when I got back from the funeral, I went to the funeral and when I got back I was given another room. However, the room had not been cleaned from the previous customers. Dirty sheets, towels etc., I had to wait till someone could come clean before I could unpack. Totally terrible and I can't believe that they charged me full price and not offered anything for all this trouble.
Location to wedding venue. Being update. Micro and fridge in room. They didn't have rooms, but then found them.2 rooms were suspose to be on first floor, loud parties in other rooms till morning .
The staff of the hotel were so helpful. They were courteous and very accommodating. Some of the nicest people I have met. I would return to the hotel just for them. Super friendly and made sure I was comfortable. Awesome people.

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I'd pimp this piece even if it hadn't been designed by one of my favorite artists. But it was, so even better. Aidan Olive is the stage name for the fabulously talented collective of Aric Mayer and Marni Saling -- two recent refugees from Brooklyn who have returned to their early home in the Pacific NW. Now settled into Bellingham, WA, outside of Seattle, they've introduced the Zen Bench as the first item in a line of promised pieces. Modern lines. Designed to survive the ages. (So want this one.)


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I need a cheat place to nueter my male rabbit so i can get him a gf and so i can litter train him.
do u guys know any cheap place to nueter a rabbit in CA??? Please help
My sister doesnt want to paid any thing over 200 she will be paiding for nuertering.
like in the central valley modest merced fresno sacmento like it has to be under 2 hour drive
Here is a link to the Sacramento House Rabbit Society - I would contact them and ask:
Here's a rescue in Stockton, CA as well:
I would email them and ask if they know of a resaonably priced vet to get your rabbit neutered at.
thank u for helping me out!!
okay thansk but then my rabbit lives outside
Ooooo. okay can i put him in my shed or in my garge??
if not i could just put him in my house
The page I put a link to in my other post is from The House Rabbit Society but those clinics are for anyone with a rabbit. Inside or not. Is that why you were worried?
So the Sacremento SPCA offers $35 for a neuter, $60 for a spay which is fantastic! http://www.sspca.org/page.php?sid=114
You can definitely work on bringing your rabbit indoors. : ) Getting him neutered and litter trained will make it all the more easier so it's great you are planning to do this.
hey ik thats for the web site!! and i would love to put my rabbit inside but it's just that my mom and dad doesn't like animal tat much!! I wish they did though


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'Fear takes us to so many different places,'' Naomi Watts says. ''You can't really judge. One person's suffering is going to manifest itself differently than another's.''
The Australian actress is mulling how different people react in the face of catastrophe. Some summon up untapped courage, generosity, selflessness. And then there's the guy in The Impossible, the film Watts stars in with Ewan McGregor - based on the real-life ordeal of a family that is literally swept away in the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami - who won't lend out his mobile phone. So what if McGregor's character, lost and in shock, needs to let his parents know he is alive?
Set in Thailand, and inspired by the experiences of the Alvarez Belons, a family of five on Christmas vacation at a coastal resort when the tidal waves came crashing in, The Impossible screened at the Toronto International Film Festival in September.
Watts has received best-actress nominations from the Screen Actors Guild and the Golden Globes for her portrayal of Maria, who is separated from her husband and two youngest boys, and caught in a raging current of water and debris with her oldest son (a remarkable Tom Holland).
The first half of J.A. Bayona's masterful disaster movie follows Maria, who is resolved to find her family, to survive, no matter what. In Thailand, the tsunami resulted in more than 5000 deaths, with an additional 2800 missing and unaccounted for.
''If there is any good coming out of these kinds of disasters … it is that it strips away everything else,'' says Watts, speaking in Toronto. ''People come together. It's not about class and it's not about race. It's about: How are we going to get through this? And that's when the space for humanity comes back into it.''
Except for that guy with the mobile phone, maybe.
''Well,'' Watts adds with a smile, ''not always, but maybe the next moment.''
The star of David Lynch's Mulholland Drive, of David Cronenberg's Eastern Promises, of Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu's 21 Grams, Watts says that making The Impossible - while nothing compared to what her real-life counterpart experienced - was physically harrowing work.
Those scenes of Watts swirling in the waves, with tree limbs and car parts shooting past her - that is not computer-generated imagery. ''I didn't know it was going to be so difficult,'' she says. ''They had it all very well prepared - we had allegedly the second largest water tank in the world, and they had these giant cups that we were anchored into … so you were just above water level, you could use your head, and you could use your arms so you looked like you were swimming … and you're on this track, and then a giant wave was coming towards you … and then side pumps were shooting more water, and all the garbage and debris …
''So, it got increasingly difficult, and then we noticed that we couldn't actually act, or speak. We were lucky if we could get one word out, and that word would be 'LU-CAS (Holland's character, Maria's son.)!'''
''It was tough, and then the underwater stuff was even more difficult. That was very scary,'' she says. ''But it was all marginal compared to what Maria and her family went through.''
Watts met with Maria Belon before shooting began.
''I didn't want to pry too much,'' she says. ''I didn't want to seem too actor-y. But she had so much to say, so it was perfect,'' Watts recalls. ''And something that I didn't quite understand at the time was that she said she felt completely sure of her instinct. That nothing got in the way of it. And she'd never had that feeling before. Which made her incredibly heroic, because every decision she makes seemed to be the right one.
''And I think that instinct is in us all, but it's so easy to second-guess, isn't it?
''Not that I want a disaster like this to happen for me to get to that place; it just overcame her, and she never doubted herself. And that's just an admirable strength in anyone, and it got her to that place of purity.''
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This seems to be the week of the big media guys beating up the little guys and the little guys fighting back. On Monday, the Motion Picture Association of America sued the new DVD streaming service Zediva. On Tuesday, Sony said its PlayStation Network had suffered outages as a result of attacks by the Anonymous group of hackers. On Wednesday, Google said it had removed an app for the Grooveshark music streaming service from the Android Market. Read more
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JUST one fish separated the top five anglers in Sunday's Wilts Angling Open match at Todber Manor, writes COLIN SCULL.
Top honours went to Roland Lucas, from Frome, with 40 lb of carp, ahead of Mark Harper, of Preston Innovation Thatchers, with 34 lb of carp. Stuart White, from Chippenham, was third with 33 lb 14 oz of carp.
Other placings: 4. Mick Martin Trowbridge 33 lb 0 oz; 5. Pete Neate Holt 32 lb 8 oz; 6. Liam Braddell Chippenham 24 lb 0 oz.
THE inter club match between Lavington and Airsprung was fished in strong winds, rain, sleet and hail at Merritts Lake on Sunday, where Joe Sheppard from Frome carried off 124 lb 8 oz of carp for a runaway win.
Kevin Grant, from Trowbridge, was next with 33 lb 3 oz of carp, with Mark Easey, from West Lavington, third with 12 lb 4 oz of carp and small roach.
Other placings: 4. Jim Butcher Bradford 9 lb 12 oz; 5. Terry Fell Devizes 9 lb; 6. Tony Weekes Market Lavington 8 lb 4 oz.
THE inter club event between Avon and Pucklechurch was switched from the flooded River Avon to the Kings Arms stretch of the Kennet & Avon canal.
Avon took team honours with 16 lb 6 oz to Pucklechurch's 10 lb 15 oz, while Gary Etheridge, from Devizes, fishing for Avon , was top individual with 5 lb 0 oz taken of skimmers.
John Carty, of Avon, was runner up with 4 lb 2 oz of skimmers and Bob Wiltshire, of Pucklechurch, was third with 3 lb 4 oz of perch, roach and skimmers.
Other placings: Rob Kepner Avon 2 lb 12 oz; 5. Mark Sheppard Pucklechurch and Dave Humphries Pucklechurch 2 lb 10 oz 8 dm each..
ANDY Power, of Preston Innovation Thatchers, took top spot in Viaduct Fishery's Thursday Open with a carp catch weighing 133 lb.
Dave Bancroft, from Trowbridge, of Wilts Angling, took runner up spot with 55 lb 13 oz of carp and skimmers, while his silvers catch of 16 lb 1 oz took that prize. Craig Davies, of Westerleigh, was third with 46 lb of carp.
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I've been in a chicken kind of mood lately.
Mostly just been using various rubs or sauces.
I made some more cornell chicken. instead of the usual half or quarters, i just did pieces.
Still tasty stuff.
The side was just a frozen rice and veggie bag. So no pic of that.
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School is wrapping up (have you picked up your teacher appreciation gift yet?), Summer is unofficially starting, and the time for cool Popsicles is near! Whether you're set to stock your freezer with store-bought pops or want to make your own — check back soon for our awesome and easy kid-friendly recipes — you can prep for Popsicle season with the following nine printables, party extras, and kid-friendly goods, all featuring Summer's favorite frozen treat!
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Vincent Price and Diana Rigg in Theatre of Blood. What's for dinner?
The Silence of the Lambs (1991), Hannibal (2001) and Red Dragon (2002)
There have been scores of on-screen cannibals over the years, from the jungles of Borneo to the badlands of Texas. But no character better embodies the twin evils of food snobbery and flesh eating as well as Hannibal Lecter, most famously portrayed by Anthony Hopkins in this trio of films.
How Scary Is It? Pretty scary. These are more psychological thrillers than outright gore-fests — with the exception of that scene late in the second film where Hopkins helps Ray Liotta's character develop a taste for offal.
Parents (1989)
In this dark comedy, a young boy questions the source of the thick slabs of meat his parents (Randy Quaid and Mary Beth Hurt) grill up each night. The film features gorgeous close-ups of meat that would be mouthwatering were it not for the lingering suspicion that they might be Grade-A Prime human.
How Scary Is It? More funny than scary, the PG-13-rated Parents captures the creepy "who are these people" alienation every child occasionally feels about their parental units.
Bitter Feast (2010)
Kitchen Confidential meets Saw as a struggling TV chef (James LeGros) turns the tables — as well as sharp-edged kitchen implements — upon the food blogger (Joshua Leonard) who has been his most outspoken critic. In interviews, the filmmaker said he found inspiration in a New York Times takedown of Gordon Ramsay. Keep an eye out for celebrity chef Mario Batali in a small role.
How Scary Is It? Moderately scary, with elements of torture that may upset more sensitive viewers. Still, I can't recall another movie with an edge-of-your-seat scene that hinges on the ability of a character to properly cook an egg.
Theatre of Blood (1973)
Like Bitter Feast, this underrated Vincent Price chiller features an artist — here a Shakespearean actor — seeking revenge on the critics who panned him. It makes our list on the merits of one memorable scene in which a gourmand, played by Robert Morley, is tricked into thinking he's on a food TV show, only to be a fed a dish of, well, watch the film and see for yourself.
How Scary Is It? It is rated R, but that's a 1973 R. While there's quite a bit of blood and a few decapitations, Theatre of Blood offers nothing as extreme as, say, Clive Barker's Hellraiser or Eli Roth's Hostel.
Poultrygeist: Night of the Chicken Dead (2006) and Dead Sushi (2012)
Four entries along and we have yet to hit upon a bona fide monster. Fear not, as we wrap things up with two horror comedies in which food is the monster. Poultrygeist is a satire of the fast food industry in which the spirits of factory-raised chickens rise up and seek gory revenge. In Dead Sushi, a vengeance-seeking scientist invents a serum that turns ordinary nigiri into animated, man-eating sushi.
How Scary Is It? Scary, no. Gross, heck yeah. Poultrygeist is from the director who brought us the schlocktastic The Toxic Avenger. If you've seen that, you know what you're in for. Believe it or not, Dead Sushi is even weirder, in the way that only the strangest Japanese films can be.
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) -- About 175 current and former West Virginia coal miners are among those picketing in St. Louis on Tuesday as the United Mine Workers of America tries to save pension and health care benefits for retirees and widows from Patriot Coal Corp's bankruptcy.
Miners from Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky and Ohio also planned to join the protest at the federal building where a hearing will be held, and near the headquarters of another company the union blames for Patriot's problems, Peabody Energy.
UMWA spokesman Phil Smith said Patriot's bankruptcy affects more than 10,000 retirees and 10,000 dependents, mostly in those states.
The company calls its pension and health care programs "unsustainable" legacies.
A judge moved Patriot's case from New York City to St. Louis in November. An $802 million financing package is allowing Patriot to continue operating while it restructures.
The Charleston Daily Mail (http://bit.ly/WqEYZQ) says the UMWA posted billboard and TV ads in St. Louis to build support ahead of Tuesday's hearing.
The union is suing Peabody and Arch Coal in southern West Virginia, claiming they set Patriot up to fail so it would have to shed the pension and health-care benefits. Peabody spun off Patriot in November 2007, and Patriot later acquired mines that Arch spun off into Magnum Coal.
The lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Charleston argues they are still responsible for those benefits under the federal Employee Retirement and Income Securities Act. Union President Cecil Roberts contends Peabody and Arch knew that the cyclical nature of the industry would inevitably lead to Patriot's inability to pay for those liabilities.
All three coal companies are based in St. Louis.
UMWA: http://fairnessatpatriotnow.blogspot.com/
Patriot: http://www.patriotcoal.com/
Information from: Charleston Daily Mail, http://www.dailymail.com


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KISSIMMEE, Fla. – The Saint Leo softball team (11-9) dropped the final two games of the 2012 Diamond Nine Classic, Sunday afternoon from the ESPN Wide World of Sports. Game one featured the second-ranked North Georgia College Saints coming from behind to steal a 2-1 victory, while the third-ranked Texas A&M Buffs shutout the Lions to wrap up the classic.
In total, the Lions secured a 3-3 mark for the Classic, posting wins over two ranked teams.
A trio of Lions recorded multiple-hit afternoons as Rachelle Gremo, Ali Lamb, and Ashlee Sismilich secured two hits. In addition, Lamb drove in the Lions' lone run. In the circle, Saint Leo pitching allowed just five runs across 14 innings of work.
Game one saw another back and forth contest with the nation's second ranked team. The Lions broke the scoreless affair in the third inning when Lamb sent a two-out, opposite field single into right field to plate Alex Garris.
Unfortunately for the Lions' brass, a pesky Saints' bunch tied the game in the fourth on a solo home run. Later in the inning, an RBI double gave North Georgia the lead for good as they went up 2-1. Saint Leo managed to put the tying run on base in the fifth and sixth innings but left the runners stranded each time.
Megan Still (4-5) tossed another exceptional game, striking out four batters in 3.2 innings. Ashley Ehlers was also excellent in relief as she threw 2.1 innings of two-hit ball.
Game two saw the Buffs post one run in each of the first three innings. That was all Buffs' hurler Marci Womack needed as she struck out nine batters en route to her seventh win of the season. The Lions best chance at scoring came in the top of the fifth when runners were stranded at first and second with.
Kristen Kelly (4-3) was tagged with the loss, while Still registered 3.0 innings of three-hit relief.
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The gardens enforce a 'carry in, carry out' policy, which bans any form of litter in the reserve.
Just 30km west of the Johannesburg city centre you will find the Walter Sisulu Botanical Garden, formerly known as the Witwatersrand National Botanical Garden.
This 300ha botanical garden offers a great escape from the inner city, with lush green lawns and the opportunity to spot rare bird species. Although the garden was only founded in 1982, the site itself has been a popular destination for many decades.
Visit the gardens' Witpoortjie Waterfall and try spot the nesting pair of Verreaux's (black) eagles that call the cliffs near the waterfall home. This is the only known pair of Verreaux's eagles in Johannesburg.
Of the 600 plant species growing naturally in the garden, look out for the vast collection of lithops, small succulents that look like small stones, which are indigenous to southern Africa. The Cycad Garden and the Succulent Rockery are also worth exploring for their diverse stocks of rare plants, some endangered.
To appreciate the nature reserve and the area's rich geology, take a walk along the Roodekrans Ridge where many species of reptiles, antelope and the odd jackal can be seen. For a detailed list of all the species of plants and animals found in the gardens, refer to the Visitor Information Centre.
There are many walks and trails meandering through the gardens. Or spend some peaceful time near the Sasol Dam. Here you can visit the bird hide for an opportunity to spot some of the 226 bird species that have been recorded in the area, and even at their busiest, you'll always be able to find a tucked-away picnic spot somewhere in the Gardens.
If you'd like some special insights, then take a guided daytime walk, and in spring and summer, you can go on guided evening walks (book in advance). Regular concerts are also held here.
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The Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens are located in Malcolm Road, Roodepoort, 30km from the Johannesburg city centre.
Best time to visit
Best time to visit is spring and summer, when the flowering shrubs are in bloom.
Around the area
Worth visiting is the nearby Roodepoort Country Club, home of one of South Africa's biggest golf courses, as well as the Roodepoort Museum.
Tours to do
Guided tours of the gardens can be arranged but booking is essential.
Get around
The natural and landscaped areas are best experienced on foot. Take the 1km trail to the top of the waterfall if you want to catch a view of the eagles' nest.
What will it cost
Entrance is R30 for adults, R25 for pensioners and students (with valid student card), and R12 for scholars. Entrance is free for children under 6.
What to eat
Enjoy breakfast, a light lunch or tea at the Eagles Fare Restaurant, situated under a huge white stinkwood tree.
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Our first barbecue stop in KC was last Friday afternoon at the Gates at 32nd and Main.
It's not a huge building but can still accomodate around 90 customers.
We'd just finished lunch at Stroud's about an hour before and weren't very hungry, so I picked the "short end" ribs from the menu.
Even though the ribs were sauced there were still a couple of bare spaces where I was able to taste the rub, and I liked it just fine. I'd never had Gates sauce before and didn't know what to expect; I've always read and heard that KC sauces tend to be sweeter but I didn't think Gates' version was too sweet at all. Plus it had a little bit of a kick and I liked it well enough to bring back some 8 oz. bottles to give out.
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Awhile back I'd bought a package of Burger's "bacon for seasoning" so over the weekend I decided to use it for some burgers. I can't find the actual product on the website but this might be pretty close.
I took a few pieces and diced and browned them.
I grated up a pile (I went by sight and didn't actually measure) of parmesan cheese, mixed it and the bacon into a pound of ground beef, and formed the result into 3 patties.
I chose to grill the patties over a medium direct fire and just before they were done I put a piece of provolone cheese on each. There were only 3 pieces of provolone in the package, which is how I decided to make 3 burgers.
The salt from the bacon and parmesan were more that enough to season the meat, and the cheese added a subtle flavor that was a little tangy/sharp. The nice thing about a grated hard cheese is that it's less likely to melt out during the cooking process.
The next morning I decided to cook up the rest of the bacon for breakfast and I learned why it was packaged as "bacon for seasoning": it was significantly more salty than regular bacon! In fact, it was salty to the point where I could only eat a little bit, but in the burgers the salt dissipated nicely.


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Topic: Getting Avastin
Many of you are trying to get Avastin added to your chemo regimen. Some seem to be able to do this without much incident. Others have had to move mountains.
I want to post a helpful email that came to me from a Dr. that has been extremely helpful to us, it was meant specifically for this purpose. If anyone else is having good experiences getting their insurance to cover medications, please share so that we know all know the correct strategies to get this done. This is one stress that no one should have to deal with during this kind of a battle.
I am very sorry to hear that your insurance company has denied your physician's request to incorporate Avastin into your treatment regimen. I would advise that you take the following steps;
1. Contact other patients and ask them if their Oncologists can provide you with letters detailing their objective findings with respect to adding avastin in their treatment of advanced intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma. You need to obtain documentation from them detailing a positive response (i.e., stabilization and/or further shrinkage of the tumor once avastin was added to the treatment regimen).
2. Search NIH.gov for current clinical trials with avastin against biliary and gallbladder cancers. Obtain from this search the names of physicians conducting such trials and ask them if they can provide you with a letter supporting your request.
3. Determine from your physician if a pathology specimen of your tumor was assessed by immunohistochemistry for VEGF expression. If the Pathologist associated with your case can provide documentation that your tumor is positive for VEGF, you can better justify the need to add avastin to your treatment regimen.
Also determine in advance if your insurance company will accept such data as justification for covering the cost of avastin treatments..
4. Make the insurance company aware that avastin has been demonstrated to produce positive results when combined with conventional chemotherapy in the treatment of human metastatic colorectal and pancreatic ductal adenocarcinomas. Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma shares a number of pathological and molecular alterations that are also found in cholangiocarcinoma. In addition, they should be made aware of the fact that VEGF expression has been demonstrated in human cholangiocarcinomas, and most importantly, based on current experiences, that clinical trials with avastin have now been expanded to include such cancers as breast, prostate, lung, renal, esophageal-gastric, and hepatocellular carcinoma. Thus, it is very reasonable for your physician to want to include this targeted drug therapy as part of your treatment.
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ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. - Hundreds flocked to the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Augustine on Monday to witness an official relic, which holds the blood of Pope John Paul II.
Monday was a time for music, prayer and worship. When the moment came to view the relic containing the blood of the pope, some kissed it. Others let their personal items touch it. All felt they were being blessed by something holy.
"I'm glad that when I got to the altar, they let me put my medal on the relic, which was a wonderful feeling. You just feel energized," said Rosaria Dziergowski.
"It's a slice of heaven to be able to come here to St. Johns County, to St. Augustine, to be able to see the saint, our Pope John Paul II, who will become a saint very soon," said Roberta Wente. "It was just a blessing for our family."
The blood inside the relic was drawn from the late pope in the days leading up to his death in April 2005. It was saved and later placed in vials for devoted Catholics to see. For many, it was a very emotional experience.
"He is everything, everything I can possibly imagine," Dziergowski said. "He is God on Earth for me."
One of the most moving moments came when one of the priests told a story about meeting the pope several years ago and asking him for a special prayer for his father, who was suffering from Parkinson's disease.
"Father Morgan, in one of their meetings, simply asked the pope if he would pray for his father, who also had Parkinson's," said Father Tom Willis, of Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine. "At a subsequent meeting, the pope went up to Father Morgan and asked him how his father was doing. It brought the house down. They were very, very touched by that story in the church today."
The late pope will be canonized as a saint in April. For these worshippers, there's no better choice.
"You have to be special. You have to be honest and pure and good. And he is, he was," Dziergowski said.
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Began by precipitating 40 hr samples by non-PEG method. 50 minutes, 20.0 xG. A visible precipitate formed in the 6 and 12 hb. The supernatant was removed and was prepared to go to Sullivan lab for plate reading. The Daunorubicin/Agrose gel mixture was tested on the PCR to get comparable readings. All supernatant samples were numbered as below.
At the Sullivan lab the samples were prepared in the plate with A3-H3 and A4 being the unknowns and A5-F5 the Dauno/gel mixture and A6-F6 the Dauno/gel/PEG mixture. G5 and G6 were set up with water for the bottom end. The Standards were used to measure each of the unknowns. Every amount was diluted from 20 uL to 100 uL for proper reading in the plate reader. Results will be inserted and analyzed via Excel.
A3 - 1-5 -----6 hb Trial 3
B2 – 6-8 -----12 hb Trial 3
C3 – 9-14 ----- BL Trial 3
D4 – 15-21 ------BL PEG trial 3 (Might be throw out worthy)
E5 – 22-24, 30-33 -----BL Trial 2
F5 – 50-54 ----- BL PEG Trial 2
G5 – 28-29, (44-47)(PEG) -----18 hb Trial 2
H5- 25-27, (48-49)(PEG) ----- F18 hb Trial 2
A4 – Sample 48 = Structure in 300 uL PBS
34-35, 37-38,40-43 ----- BL 1st trial
36,39 ------Hinge 1st trial
Ran gel of 8 Benet Linkage to purify the DNA
Cut the gel and mixed with Daunorubicin (2mM)
Made a 2mM solution of DR from other 10 mM, 117µL stock solution
Also mixed other Benet Linkages, 18 Helix bundles, and flat 18 helix bundles
Made 184.4 µL of 10mM DR stock solution
Performed half of Trial with PEG to increase visibility of precipitate and other under same procedure as before
Suspended structures in 50µL of PBS.
Began centrifuging – ran for 50 minutes at 20˚C at 20 g's. The solutions that were used were OBL18 and CBL22 which were incubated at around 39 hours.
And then was run through the PCR "trial-1-39hrs" folder in Desktop->Biomod->Results. The results show the concentration of DR in the supernatant compared with a only DR solution. The results show that the supernatant of the DNA origami and DR mixture to have lower concentrations of DR compared with only DR.
Began to centrifuge the incubated solutions containing DNA origami and DR (45-46 hours of incubation) at 20 g's for 50 minutes with the temperature at 20˚C We saw a color of reddish pink mixture after centrifuging. We separated 20µL of the supernatant out of the origami and DR mixture. OBL 18 and CBL 22 were used. The precipitate will be used to receive the absorbance numbers. In small wells 20 µL of each supernatant solution is placed separately along with 20µL of DR. Take absorbance readings put the supernatant in another tube. In the other tube with the DNA origami add 200 µL of PBS to buffer the solution and store for future use.
The decision was made to check some of the samples at an earlier time at 1:00 PM today one hinged; one CBL and one OBL were centrifuged. There was definitely a visual change in the color becoming a pink hue. Centrifuged for 10 minutes at 10 k RPM was insufficient for precipitation it was run at 20,000 RPM for 30 minutes, some had a visual precipitation. Ran 20 trials through PCR (20 μL each sample) with the control subastance 20 μL of Danuorubicin 2 mM. Results are under the folder BioMOD on PCR computer.
The 24 hours samples were centrifuged for 45 minutes at 20 °C at 20 g's. The supernatant was removed and run through the PCR again 20 μL.
A1 – Hinged
C1 – CBL v D1 – Dauno 2mM
Closed benet linkages = CLB
Open benet linkages = OBL
Hinges = Hin
Today we are trying to purify the DNA using the gel electrophoresis method. We followed the lab protocol. In the first gel we have:
In the second gel we have:
Incubation started at 7:16
48 hours: 1CBL 1 OBL
36-40 hours: 1CBL 1 OBL
24 hours: 2CBL 2 OBL
We made 585 μ of 2mM Daunorubicin out of the 10 mM supply leaving 117 μL left of the 10 mM. I've then mixed together 20 μL of Daunorubicin with approximately 20 μL of the nanostructures, which are approximately 5.0 nM. They are being incubated at 4°C for various times which are listed above.
The gels were each cut individually and labeled, then centrifuged for 10 minutes at 4° C at 10000 RPMS. The samples in gel # 2 are not reliable and will not be used at this time.


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Members of the Jackson Memorial Jaguar Marching Band will be bleary eyed but back in class today a day after performing in President Obama's inaugural parade in Washington D.C.
Band Director Bud McCormick said it was an "exciting" day for the band and everything went "really well" for the band that left Jackson on Monday morning around 2AM to arrive in Washington at 7:30AM, in uniform, ready for the first of four security checks.
A Perfect Day For A Parade
The students got to see President Obama and his family applaud their performance of "God Bless America" as they passed the reviewing stand on the mile-and-a-half route on what McCormick describes as a "perfect" day for a parade. "We were sweating by the end of the parade," said McCormick, who remembered a freezing cold day in 2005 when the band played in the inaugural parade of George W. Bush. "It was really cold" remembers McCormick, recalling a temperature of 20 with a wind chill of 5.
Hurry Up And Wait
After their early arrival in Washington D.C. it was a case of "hurry up and wait." The band spent most of the morning in one of several large white tents at the Pentagon where the band ate lunch and watched the inaugural ceremonies on one of several television sets set up, albeit on a delay. McCormick they would hear crowd reaction in the distance and then hear it loud and clear on the television sets.
McCormick was impressed by how well the event was run, saying it was well-organized and "military style" in its precision. But event the most efficient event planner cannot keep politicians from their lunch.
As the start of the parade was delayed by the traditional Congressional lunch that ran late, the band drum line played with the Kamehameha Schools Warrior Marching Band from Honolulu, Hawaii. McCormick met the band's Assistant Band Director, Charlie Iwanaga,during their performance at the Tournament of Roses Parade. An impressed Iwanaga presented McCormick with a "lei" of Hawaiian Kukui Nuts, a sign of respect. McCormick returned the favor with Jersey Shore glasses from Lucky Leo's in Seaside Heights which.


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NEW YORK (TheStreet) -- December is a great time of year to dream of a white Christmas, but odds are you'll end up walking in a winter wonderland if you haven't prepped your car for the cold weather and the vehicle breaks down.
"It's much more pleasant to check out your car when it's inside your garage than when you're stuck on the roadside in a blizzard," AAA auto-repair expert Mike Calkins says.
Fortunately, readying your car for the winter doesn't involve much time or money these days, Calkins says.
Whereas drivers once had to outfit cars with special antifreeze and winter-weight oil, Calkins says today's vehicles need little cold-weather preparation.
"One of the big changes that's occurred with vehicles in the last few years is that if you're doing the recommended maintenance, there's really not a whole lot you need to do to prepare for winter," he says. "You're mostly just doing visual inspections."
Below are some things Calkins recommends all car owners who live in cold climates do now to prepare their vehicles for the coming bad weather:
Inspect the car battery
Dead batteries represent the No. 1 cause of AAA roadside calls during the winter, so Calkins recommends cold-weather drivers check any car batteries that are three years old or more.
Make sure the battery's wiring is on tight, and remove any crusty corrosion that's built up over the device's terminals.
Even better, spring for a mechanic to clean and test the battery professionally (estimated cost: $25 to $50, although some garages and auto-parts stores will do this for free).
Calkins says professionals not only have special equipment to gauge battery strength, but will also hook your car to a temporary power source before disconnecting the battery for cleaning. That eliminates the risk of the vehicle's onboard computers dying (and requiring costly reprogramming) due to a temporary power loss.
Check tire pressure
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All sporting fixtures on Bradford Council owned pitches for this coming weekend (January 11 and 12) are cancelled.
This also includes games on school pitches and at Rawdon Meadows.
Due to recent rain, many of the pitches are waterlogged and would suffer substantial damage if sporting events were played on them.


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I'd like to welcome you to Ask a Midwife. If you have any questions for me post them on this forum. I will try and answer them as quickly as possible. I am looking forward to hearing from you.
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I recently had my 22week obgyn exzam and baby is doin great,so am i!We wanted to keep the baby gender for the end so we didn,t ask,but we got a photo of babys femur mesures and i think it shows gender...are we right?How do we know this?Now me and my hubby belive it is.........but are not sure and can,t wait 4 weeks till another dr comfirms what we think...hahahah silly i know as we didn,t want to know in the first place...but now it,s in our face...can you help out maybe?How do we tell the difrence and how reliable are these pics....?
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Hi Rozna - Welcome to the forum. Unfortunately it is quite difficult to tell a baby's sex from an ultrasound. A trained ultrasound technician has to look at the live scan to see if they can see the labia and clitoris for a girl or scrotum and penis for a boy. Even then they sometimes get the sex wrong. The length of a baby's femur will not tell you if it is a boy or girl.
Hi there I am just wondering what do sore nipples mean I am not due to get my periods until the 17th and I am just abit unsure as I have a 5 year old daughter already and I didnt have many symptons with her except morning sickness and that is it
Typically early pregnancy symptoms such as tender breasts, sensitive nipples, nausea and tiredness don't start until around the time that your period is due. Was your last period normal? If it was light or short there is a possibility that you are already pregnant.
You can have sore nipples and not be pregnant. Hormonal changes can cause sensitivity.
hi, im 19yrs old and 19weeks in my first pregnancy... i was just wondering is severe pain in the lower groin area and left hip normal??(especially when i use the toilet). i have to wait 2 more weeks before the next doctors appointment, but im just kinda worried that it might be a serious thing to wait that long to get it checked out... it gets so bad sometimes that i cant sleep or it makes me cry, and im told taking panadol is bad for the baby at this time... if you could ease my mind, that would be great... :-)
Can you please see a doctor immediately - you need to get checked out to make sure the pain you are experiencing is nothing serious. If you can't get an appointment today please go to the emergency department of a hospital so you can be seen. Possibilities for severe pain in pregnancy include infection and ectopic pregnancy. I hope everything is okay.
Hi Aussie Midwife,
I have just confirmed my pregnancy so approx 5 weeks into my first pregnancy. I recently found out I have the opportunity to start working for a new company. Do I need to tell them I'm pregnant before I start work? When should you tell your employer your pregnant? Any insight into this topic would be great.
Hi Mimi78,
I thought I'd give you my comments on this as I have just seen your post. I am not a midwife but I enjoy writing on this forum and I follow a gentle parenting style with my son. I have also worked supporting pregnant mums and checking the health of newborn babies in the health sector.
Are you based in Australia? I believe the law here says that you need to give your employer 10 weeks notice before you go on maternity leave but there are no other requirements. Some women wait until they are 12 weeks pregnant (when they are likely to have had their dating scan) before announcing their pregnancy (particularly to an employer). However, the advantage of telling an employer soon is that they can carry out a health and safety check to make sure you are safe in all aspects of your work when pregnant. I ended up having to tell my employer really early due to morning sickness but they were very supportive. Pregnant women are protected against discrimination at work - as I'm sure the midwife will confirm.
Congratulations on your pregnancy and your new role.
Hello! I'm beginning to worry because my last menstrual period (LMP) was last 24 September 2010 and according to my tracker, it's been 500 days as of March 8. I'm sure I'm not pregnant because I've already taken a home pregnancy test. Is this normal or should I call the attention of my OB-GYN?
hi good day,
I just want to ask something is too much sleeping is bad for me and the baby?
Because here at home when I feel sleepy during day time my parents wont allow me to sleep they said the baby will get big and if the baby gets too big it will be hard for me to have a normal labour and because of that it might be caesarean and having that is too much expensive rather than having a normal labour and we don't have that kind of money for caesarean.
Hi Mimi78 - I am so sorry I missed your post. LJMarsden has given you some great advise. There is no legal requirement let your employer know about your pregnancy early if you choose not to. However if you are experiencing marked morning sickness you may need their support. Also you would need to let them know if your job could in anyway be harmful for your pregnancy (there are not too many jobs in this category though). Congratulations.
Hi Kaydethbride - not getting your period back after having a baby is not unusual particularly when you are breastfeeding. Some women do not start to get their period back until they have almost stopped breastfeeding while others get theirs back much earlier. Everyone is individual. However if you think you may be pregnant - the easiest way to find out is by doing a home pregnancy test. If concerned though you can see your midwife or doctor.
Hi Raish - It is really common in early pregnancy to feel very tired in early pregnancy and late pregnancy. Have a nap during the day is a very healthy thing to do. Having a healthy diet that is not high in carbohydrates is the best thing to do to avoid having a baby that is too large. Lots of sugar in your diet should be avoided.


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Twinkies had a last hurrah recently when its manufacturer, Hostess, declared bankruptcy. Along with stories of store shelves being emptied, were articles exploring the laundry list of highly processed ingredients including trans fats, processed sweeteners, preservatives and artificial colors. You know what we say to that —- avoid all the junk and make your own!
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For the filling, combine the marshmallow and spread in a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Whisk until well combined and transfer to a piping bag fitted with a medium tip. Gently puncture the bottom of each cake and inject a small amount of filling*. Repeat 2 more times for each cake. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Calories: 226
Total Fat: 9 grams
Saturated Fat: 5 grams
Total Carbohydrate: 33 grams
Sugars: 21 grams
Protein: 3 grams
Sodium: 293 milligrams
Cholesterol: 46 milligrams
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3: By 2006, organisers of the ninth Urchfont festival sold 1,800 trail maps as about 6,000 people visited to take part - including a coachload from Hereford!
4: This year's festival in Urchfont easily exceeded the record set in 2013 of 15,000 visitors.
5: Lacock's scarecrow festival is now in its 12th year and has raised thousands of pounds for the village school. This year's trail is on the Bank Holiday weekend, May 24 to 26, and there is a £300 gift voucher for the winner. In 2005 one family was heartbroken when their Angelina Ballerina scarecrow was snatched from their front garden.
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7: Scarecrow-making workshops take place in Kington Langley each year before the village's annual scarecrow festival in July.
8: Hilmarton has staged two scarecrow trails in the last two years - this year's attracted more than 400 people and raised £1,800 for the village pre-school, primary school, church and a fund to help three-year-old Ollie Baker, of Lyneham, to walk.
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For many Canadians and Americans alike, one of the traditional folk songs during this festive season is the Twelve Days of Christmas.
Believe it or not, this song has English/French origins and was first published in 1780. It's known as a cumulative song, which means each verse builds on another. The song describes a gift to be given by "my true love" on each of the 12 days during the Christmas season.
The song is so catchy, once you hear the tune, it continues to ring in your ears and it's hard to stamp out.
For instance, I'll bet you can hum along with me as I quote, "12 drummers drumming, 11 pipers piping, 10 lords-a-leaping and nine ladies dancing." The song continues until the last verse and ends with "a partridge in a pear tree."
It doesn't matter what significance these traditional gifts had in years gone by because I've created my own interpretation I believe creates some meaning for today's world.
In my view, the traditional chant creates a wonderful sense of activity, of celebration and excitement that suggests the comfort and value of having people around you during this festive season.
On the other hand, the last verse, which includes the phrase, "a partridge in a pear tree" suggests, in my mind, each of us as individuals should consider ourselves as a "gift"; a gift to family, friends and colleagues. I'm not suggesting this means we indulge ourselves in exaggerated self-importance but instead, we need to recognize and accept the value we bring to the relationships around us. We are important. On the other hand, it suggests to me people need to look at life as a gift that has been given to ourselves.
So what does this mean overall? What does it mean for a festive season such as Christmas? To me, it means enjoying the activities around you is very important, but it is also very important that you engage in self-care in order to protect the life we live.
In other words, each individual needs to take personal responsibility to look after themselves; to find some quiet time among the noise and confusion created by the many activities around you. What can you do during this Christmas season to reach this goal? The following tips will help to create some ideas and alternatives that will enable you to find and benefit from some personal time.
Shut out the workplace -- It's very hard to do, but first and foremost, it's important you tune out and separate from your workplace as much as you can during the holiday season. Start by leaving your phone/email devices somewhere safe but in a place you won't be checking every five minutes. Set a specific time when you do check and return calls/emails but don't let it invade your personal time.
Visit memory lane -- Take out that old photo album and review your family pictures. Pay attention to the holiday events and focus on the smiling faces. Search the album for restful and peaceful places where you relaxed and enjoyed yourself. Go deep into memory lane and visit with your grandparents and other distant relatives. Think about how life today is so much easier than earlier times.
Delve into an old book -- Everyone has an old favourite book that is begging to be reread. Rereading gives you a new perspective, brings memories back and takes you into a fantasy world that removes you from today's hassles. It's relaxing, yet informative.
Read a new book -- There are plenty of titles and so the choice is yours. With Nelson Mandela's passing, perhaps pick up a biography. Surely you can learn from his sense of forgiveness and gratitude for life. Choose a sports hero or business leader whom you admire and/or find a book that is pure fantasy.
Watch a movie -- With movies available via technology these days, you don't have to stand in line and/or beg family members to accompany you. All you need is a quiet personal space to view it yourself. There are plenty of excellent and meaningful movies at this time of year -- find one that suits you and keeps you in a positive mood.
Visit a friend -- While you may have plenty of family around you and need some personal space, keep in mind there are many others, especially seniors, whose family and loved ones are no longer available to them. They would welcome your company and conversation. Reaching out and helping others is good for the soul and beneficial to everyone.
Reach out to those who are hurting -- If you think about it, you'll be able to identify someone who has suffered a personal tragedy at some point in the year. This might be death, accident or illness. These individuals are very self-absorbed right now and hesitate to get involved in festive activities; let's face it, they don't feel like it, but a personal visit is always welcome and comforting.
Get active -- Yes, it is very cold out, but there is still value in quiet personal time outdoors even if it means going for a short walk. If you are more ambitious, rent some skis, skates or snowshoes and find a nearby trail. Watch the world around you, appreciate the birds and animals. Identify all the different tracks in the snow. Walk during sunlight and enjoy the wonder of our winter.
Spoil yourself -- Pamper yourself, spoil yourself. Who says you have to get dressed immediately at the beginning of the day? Who says you can't sleep in or take an afternoon nap? Play your favourite music, especially the selections that help you to relax. Arrange a date with your loved one, just the two of you, and then go to a spa.
Look for relaxing activities -- Purchase yourself a puzzle, something that can attract your attention for a few hours per day and you can do independently. This can create a break from all the confusion, and at the same time, create a great sense of accomplishment when you are finished. A puzzle is something you can share or do alone, but either way, it is fun and relaxing.
The Twelve Days of Christmas chant is over 230 years old, which demonstrates traditions are long-lasting, and as we see, they are still being carried on today. So it's time to make a change and add personal self-care to be an important part of our holiday tradition. Merry Christmas!
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My mother-in-law has COPD. She is not on supplemental oxygen and takes 3-4 breathing tx per day using her home nebulizer. She does not exhibit labored wob in her daily activities. Her physician does not require her to check her O2 sats with a pulse ox at home. When I asked her what her O2 Sat was when she went to the dr, she said it was 80. Wouldn`t she be on oxygen if her O2 sats were consistantly at 80%?
She also says that she has a back condition that could be repaired with surgery but has told her sons and myself that she cannot have any surgeries under any circumstances because of the severity of her COPD. I find this hard to believe since her lung function does not require the use of addtional oxygen nor exhibiting labored wob while walking or doing chores around her home.
How bad would a COPD sufferer`s lungs have to be in order for them to be catagorized as one who could never undergo any type of surgery which would require the use of general anesthia due to the serverity of the COPD? I do not believe that she is being truthful with us about her O2 Sats being at 80% because I am fairly certain that her physician would prescribe supplemental oxygen with with sats in this range. Am I correct regarding the use of supplemental O2 with 80% sats?
Thank you for answering my questions and giving your professional opinion regarding this situation.
Thanks for your interesting question. An oxygen saturation ("Sp02") of 80% is very low indeed and would be a sign of very severe lung disease. A person with an Sp02 of 80% would be unable to walk much or do normal household chores. The mucosal membranes (tongue, lips) and nail beds would be cyanosed (blue-tinged) and the legs might be swollen. Supplemental oxygen would be prescribed to relieve symptoms, increase effort tolerance and prevent progression of heart failure which results from chronic low oxygen levels.
There are no hard and fast rules about the severity of lung disease and prohibition of surgery. To make a reasonable decision we have to take into account the benefit of the surgery (life-saving vs improving the quality of life), the type of surgery (a procedure on a limb, or the spine, is less risky than abdominal or chest surgery), and the severity of the lung disease. Almost all patients can survive the surgical procedure itself, regardless of the severity of the lung disease. Problems generally occur during the recovery from surgery and anesthesia, because lung function invariably declines to some degree, and it may be impossible to "wean" the patient from mechanical ventilation.
This difficult situation is seen with open upper abdominal and chest surgery but is unlikely with other forms of surgical procedure. The odds of a good recovery can be improved by careful preparation before surgery - treating any infection, providing physical therapy, nutrition, and appropriate exercise, and bronchodilator therapy, as needed.
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Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology
School of Medicine
Case Western Reserve University


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