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|September 1, 2010
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Jan's Corner, by guest author Harriette Hartigan
What Is Vulvodynia?
Imagine having pain, tenderness, irritation, rawness and burning on the vulva.
Vulvodynia (vul-vo-DIN-ee-uh), which means chronic vulvar pain, is a difficult reality for women who experience this condition. It can affect their lives in a variety of ways. Sitting, having intercourse, wearing tight clothes, exercising, using tampons and bike riding all may pose challenges for a woman experiencing vulvodynia.
Frequently, this condition is undiagnosed and unacknowledged. With vulvodynia, usually the vulva looks healthy with no indication during an exam of physical symptoms. Often women suffering from this condition don't talk about what they're experiencing. It is estimated that between 8–15% of women experience vulvodynia. As women caring for women, awareness of vulvodynia provides us with information and understanding that may be of value to the women we attend.
Although there is no known cause or cure for vulvodynia, research is ongoing and there are treatments.
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— Harriette Hartigan Research Assistant/Vulvodynia Research Study
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Special Educational Needs Linked to Early Term Birth
A retrospective study of more than 400,000 Scottish schoolchildren has found that children born too early—even one week too early—are more likely to have an increased need for special education.
Researchers noted that early term births (those between 37–39 weeks) are becoming more common as more mothers request (and practitioners agree) to deliver a baby early for nonmedical reasons.
"These findings, which are likely to be accurate because of the large size of the study and its design, have important implications for the timing of elective delivery," researchers concluded.
"They suggest that deliveries should ideally wait until 40 weeks of gestation because even a baby born at 39 weeks—the normal timing for elective deliveries these days—has an increased risk of special educational needs compared with a baby born a week later."
— MacKay, D.F., G.C.S. Smith, R. Dobbie and J.P. Pell. 2010. Gestational Age at Delivery and Special Educational Need: Retrospective Cohort Study of 407,503 Schoolchildren PLoS Med 7(6): e1000289. doi:10.1371/journal.pmed.1000289.
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The Art of the Sitz Bath
Sore, swollen perinea, "skid marks," tears, episiotomies and hemorrhoids all heal beautifully when aided by herbal remedies. Options for application include poultices, compresses, peri-washes and vaginal steams. Another convenient method of administering herbs is the sitz bath. In this case, the mother makes a strong herbal tea and then she sitz in it!
Soaking in the bath confers many benefits upon a postpartum woman, including: bringing warmth and circulation to her pelvis, healing sore tissues, relieving pain, decreasing the risk of infection and teaching a mother the important balance of making time for self-care while attending to her newborn. When an herbal bath is shared by mother and baby, this aids umbilical cord healing, as well.
Plastic sitz baths may be found at most pharmacies and are carried by some mail-order midwifery suppliers. However, mom may also use a large, shallow basin or her bathtub. Clean out the basin or tub and rinse well prior to each bath. Due to inclusion of antimicrobial herbs, it is not necessary to use bleach, povidone solution or other antiseptic agents when tub scrubbing.
Here is the basic recipe for one sitz bath: Combine two large handfuls of herbs [see original article for a list of appropriate herbs], which is approximately 2 oz, with 2 quarts (just under 2 liters) of water in a pot. Non-reactive glass or enamel pots are the best choices for making herbal preparations, but stainless steel will do fine. Cover and bring to a gentle boil. Decoct at a low simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, then pour through a mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth or muslin. Be sure to strain all particulate matter well because mom's sensitive, open tissues are going to be a-sitzing in this tea. Now stir in 2 tablespoons sea salt, dissolving well. Allow to cool slightly, and then pour into the basin. The fluid should be on the hotter side, but not scalding or uncomfortable.
Mom should sitz for at least 15 minutes, so if she happens to be alone at home, recommend she keep her baby close by. Ideally baby will have just fed and dozed off, so mom can really relax. If she is blessed enough to have a helper on hand, she can ask that person to prepare the herbs and watch the baby while she soaks.
To use a larger basin or a bathtub, first add about 8 inches (20 cm) of pleasantly warm tap water, or enough to cover the hips. If baby is joining mom in the tub, fill it as you would for a regular bath, but add half a cup of salt and keep the water temperature no higher than 100 F (37.8 C). Next, pour in the strained herbal tea and swoosh with your arm to mix. Provide ample support as mom lowers herself into the bath, and again upon rising.
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Shepard Fairey Sentenced on Criminal Charge in 'Hope" Poster Case
Posted by David Walker on Friday September 7, 2012 | Copyright/Legal, Photo Manipulation, Photos In The News
Posted by David Walker on Friday September 7, 2012 | Copyright/Legal, Photo Manipulation, Photos In The News
Artist Shepard Fairey was sentenced to 300 hours of community service and fined $25,000 today in a federal courtroom in Manhattan today for destroying documents, falsifying evidence "and other misconduct" in his civil litigation two years ago against the Associated Press (AP). He had faced a maximum of six months in jail.
Fairey pled guilty to the criminal charge last February. The US District Attorney in Manhattan announced Fairey's plea shortly after he settled his civil case with the AP over his unauthorized use of an AP image to create the "Hope" poster that became an icon of Barack Obama's 2008 campaign for President.
"Shepard Fairey went to extreme lengths to obtain an unfair and illegal advantagein his civil litigation [against AP], creating fake documents and destroying others in an effort to subvert the civil discovery process," US Attorney Preet Bharara said in announcing Fairey's guilty plea.
AP claimed copyright infringement against Fairy in 2009 for unauthorized use of the image of Obama to create the Hope poster.
Fairey tried to pre-empt the claim by asking a federal court judge to declare that the Hope poster amounted to a fair use of the AP photograph. In seeking that declaration, Fairey gave "factually untrue" information about the image he had used, the US District Attorney said. Specifically, Fairey claimed that he had used part of one AP image to make the poster, when in fact had used a substantial portion of a different AP image.
Fairey admitted the discrepancy in 2010, saying he had made a mistake about which image he had used. He said he then tried to cover up the mistake. (His fair use defense was arguably stronger with the image he originally claimed to have used.)
The US Attorney began a criminal investigation after Fairey's admission, and concluded that he had created "multiple false and fraudulent documents" which he presented to AP during the discover process in the civil litigation.
The US Attorney also said Fairey tried to get one of his employees to mislead investigators.
Prior to pleading guilty to the criminal charges, Fairey had settled his civil litigation with AP on mostly undisclosed terms (the two sides did agree to share proceeds from licensing of the Hope poster image, however).
Posted by Conor Risch on Friday August 11, 2017 | Business, Copyright/Legal
The co-founder and CEO of Unsplash, the photo-sharing platform that asks contributing photographers to grant free licenses to their images, attempted to justify the company's terms of use in a blog post written last week. The post follows outrage by professional photographers, who blasted the company on social media. Unsplash's terms are terrible for photographers,... More ›
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Bill Frakes, the award-winning Sports Illustrated photographer, will not return to his position as adjunct professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism and Mass Communications, after university administrators concluded he violated its policy prohibiting sexual harassment and "created a hostile environment" for a female student. University spokesperson Steve Smith told PDN last week,... More ›
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People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) and photographer David Slater have told a federal court in San Francisco that they are on the verge of settling PETA's copyright infringement claim over the infamous monkey selfie. The two parties, along with Blurb, Inc., a co-defendant with Slater, have asked the US Court of Appeals... More ›


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As a group, housing-related stocks rallied back from a big hit Wednesday as the major indices rebounded on a fresh round of "fiscal cliff" optimism. In addition, new data from the Federal Housing Finance Agency, released Wednesday, showed that new-home sales declined slightly last month. The agency also revised September's sales figures lower.
The SPDR S&P Homebuilders ETF (XHB) rose 0.2%, closing at $26.27, after the fund battled back from an intraday loss of 2.1%. But, if we look under the hood of the XHB, there may be less than meets the eye. Of the top 10 holdings in the ETF, only one -- Ryland Homes (RYL) -- is an actual homebuilder.
Here are the stocks that round out the rest of the top holdings: Whirlpool (WHR), Lowe's (LOW), USG (USG), Lennox (LII), A.O. Smith (AOS), Home Depot (HD), Leggett & Platt (LEG), Mohawk (MHK) and Masco (MAS). Sure, I can see how most of these relate to the homebuilding sector, but it's still pretty tenuous.
In general, I've narrowed my focus to the more liquid stocks and ETFs on the market -- and, when it comes to the homebuilders, the publicly traded names are all small- and mid-caps. The largest is Lennar (LEN), with market capitalization of $7.33 billion. The stock has excellent liquidity, however: It moves more than 5.6 million shares per day, on average.
Although Lennar is within striking distance of its Nov. 7 multiyear high of $39.33, it's stuck between being a growth stock and being a dividend stock.
Here's what I mean: Right now, despite the recent hoopla over a recovery, some headwinds potentially face housing. There's also fiscal-cliff-related chatter about eliminating or slashing the mortgage interest deduction, among other taxes that could make home ownership less attractive.
Given the continued economic weakness and political risk, it's hard to say how long stocks like Lennar will be able to maintain their upward trajectories. Lennar is up 95% year to date, so it would not be shocking to see a correction soon. Earnings are seen coming in at $2.99 per share in 2012, a bit of an improvement over 2011's $0.28. However, that level of growth is rarely sustainable. That's even the case for a company such as Lennar, which has cleaned up its balance sheet, streamlined purchasing and slashed overhead, among other improvements.
In 2013 the company is seen earning $1.57 per share, which would represent a year-over-year decline of 47%. Further, its dividend yield, at 0.4%, is not nearly enough to attract money from investors seeking a fixed-income alternative.
The second-largest publicly traded homebuilder is Pulte (PHM), with a market cap just shy of $6.6 billion. Here, the fundamental outlook is somewhat brighter. Analysts are eyeing earnings of $0.67 per share, up a whopping 738% from 2011. In 2013, the year-over-year growth rate is forecast at 70%, with earnings expected to come in at $1.14 per share.
Here, too, is a stock almost begging for a correction. Pulte has gained 169% for the year. The stock sliced its 50-day line a couple weeks ago, along with the broader-market pullback, but it quickly rebounded. The shares closed Wednesday at $17, 0.5% above the 50-day average.
While some traders might view the 50-day pullback and rebound as all the correction Pulte needs, I'd prefer to see something steeper. The stock has not tagged its 200-day average since it rose above that line in late December. Even in a June pullback, Pulte remained 11% above its 200-day.
Are there still potential trading gains in Pulte and Lennar? Perhaps there are. But, with earnings performance expected to slow in 2013, and with the potential for the fiscal cliff and other economic woes to hit the stocks, use some extra caution if you are intending these as longer-term holdings.


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The following were compiled from reports prepared by the Ukiah Police Department. To anonymously report crime information, call 463-6205.
DRUNK IN PUBLIC -- An officer responded to the railroad tracks near East Gobbi Street at 2:05 p.m. Saturday and arrested a 49-year-old man for being drunk in public.
DRUG POSSESSION -- An officer spoke with a suspicious person at the corner of Feedlot Lane and North Bush Street at 2:30 p.m. Saturday and arrested Tara L. Woodworth, 37, on suspicion of possessing a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia.
CAMPERS NEAR DENNY'S -- Caller in the 100 block of Pomeroy Avenue reported at 2:39 p.m. Saturday that two people were camping along the fence near Denny's restaurant.
FAKE FACEBOOK PAGE -- Caller on Waugh Lane reported at 3:24 p.m. Saturday that someone had made a fake Facebook page in her teen-aged daughter's name and was posting inappropriate pictures there. An officer took a report.
DRUG POSSESSION -- An officer stopped a vehicle in the 200 block of Magnolia Street at 3:41 p.m. Saturday and arrested Juan Duran, 25, of Ukiah, on suspicion of possessing a controlled substance for sale and Abel Madueno, 20, of Redwood Valley, on suspicion of possessing a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia.
KIDS SMOKING POT -- Caller in the 200 block of East Gobbi Street reported at 6:38 p.m. Saturday that three kids, approximately 12-year-old, were wearing hooded-sweatshirts and smoking marijuana next to trash cans. An officer responded but did not locate them.
RECKLESS VEHICLES -- Caller in the 300 block of Scott Street reported at 7:01 p.m. Saturday that there were reckless drivers in the area "all throughout the day and night" and requested extra patrols.
DEAD CAT-- Caller in the 300 block of North Orchard Avenue reported at 11:54 p.m. Saturday that a dead cat was in the southbound lane. An officer responded and took the animal to the shelter.
GRAFFITI -- Caller in the 600 block of Live Oak Avenue reported at 8:23 a.m. Sunday finding graffiti in the men's restroom.
WATER PIPES BROKEN -- Caller at Yokayo Elementary School on South Dora Street reported at 1:57 p.m. Sunday that a drinking fountain water pipe had broken. At 2:20 p.m., a caller at Oak Manor Elementary School on Oak Manor Drive reported a broken pipe at a water fountain near the cafeteria.
MAN IN WHITE FUR COAT SLEEPING -- Caller in the 200 block of East Perkins Street reported at 9 p.m. Sunday that a man wearing a gold Boa and white fur coast was sleeping at a business' table and the caller was concerned for the safety of the employees. The elderly man was asked to leave and refused. An officer responded and the man left.
CAR SHOT AT -- Caller at the Ukiah Valley Medical Center reported at 10:39 a.m. Sunday that someone shot at his car in the parking lot with either a BB gun or pellet gun. An officer responded and determined the incident was not as reported.
Those arrested by law enforcement officers are innocent until proven guilty. People reported as having been arrested may contact the Daily Journal once their case has been concluded so the results can be reported. Those who feel the information is in error should contact the appropriate agency. In the case of those arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of an intoxicant: all DUI cases reported by law enforcement agencies are reported by the newspaper. The Daily Journal makes no exceptions.
The following were compiled from reports prepared by the Hopland Fire Department.
VEHICLE ROLLOVER -- On Jan. 7 at 7:30 a.m., crews responded to a report of a vehicle rollover on Highway 101 near mileage marker 17 and found a woman with minor injuries. She was transported to Ukiah Valley Medical Center.
DOG STUCK IN WELL -- On Jan. 8 at 11:54 a.m., crews responded to assist with a dog reported to be stuck in a well near the Rock Shop on Highway 101. The dog was freed, uninjured.
STRUCTURE FIRE -- On Jan. 10 at 2:12 a.m., crews responded to a report of a structure fire in the McNab Ranch area and observed an active fire, which they quickly contained. The fire is suspected to have originated from a wood-burning stove and its damage was limited to mostly in the attic area.
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Enter a land of remote villages, ancient customs and beautiful scenery on this Romanian adventure. We visit painted monasteries in the Bukovina hills, take a historic steam train journey through the remote Vaser Valley and walk in the forested Carpathian Mountains. We also unravel the myths of Dracula's legendary Transylvania and cruise along the backwaters of the Danube Delta - a bird watcher's paradise.
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- Bucharest - Explore the city including the Village Museum
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- Danube Delta - 2-night cruise in this famous birdwatchers' paradise - explore the wildlife sanctuary by boat and on foot
1Join trip in Bucharest
2City tour of Bucharest before travelling to Moieciu
3Visit to famous Bran Castle and Brasov before arriving in Bistrita
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5Train through the Vaser Valley and scenic alpine hike to Moisei
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The number of global users of telematics smartphone applications will explode from 3.2 million in 2011 to 129 million in 2016, with North America as the dominant region, according to the latest ABI Research (New York) forecasts.
The number of global users of telematics smartphone applications will explode from 3.2 million in 2011 to 129 million in 2016, with North America as the dominant region, according to the latest ABI Research (New York) forecasts.
Practice director Dominique Bonte comments: "The integration of smartphones and smartphone applications into vehicles represents nothing less than a renaissance of the interest in both consumer and commercial telematics markets. Car OEMs, automotive Tier Ones, telematics service providers and independent system and software developers are rushing to launch smartphone applications, with new solutions being announced almost on a daily basis. The dynamics of the smartphone and application store revolution are now spilling over into the automotive industry."
Telematics smartphone applications appear across many categories including infotainment (music streaming), remote control (door unlock), remote diagnostics (battery status), virtual dashboards, driver behavior monitoring, advanced navigation, and even social media applications (Facebook and Twitter updates). They take the form of both standalone apps connected to the vehicle OBD-II bus, and apps operating in conjunction with embedded telematics and infotainment systems.
However, issues remain. The most important one is safety: the in-car use of smartphone apps increases drivers' distraction. While Apple's iPod Out and Nokia's Terminal Mode allow users to control and display phone apps using in-car controls and displays, the end-to-end control over HMI design is relinquished by car OEMs to third party developers. Some OEMs are considering launching their own application stores and/or certification processes.
Finally, telematics smartphone applications constitute something of a double-edged sword for car OEMs, allowing them to bring cheap connectivity and innovative features to the market quickly but at the same time forcing them to hand over lucrative business opportunities to the mobile industry, as well as compromising on quality and safety.
ABI Research's new "Telematics Smartphone Applications" study covers the different types of telematics smartphone application (standalone, hybrid, embedded), drivers and barriers, main players and solutions, as well as user interface and safety issues. It includes detailed subscriber and revenue forecasts.


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Forty years ago, the Clean Water Act was established to protect our nation's surface waters and wetlands from pollution and destruction. But, two confusing Supreme Court rulings led to a rollback of those protections and made it difficult for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) to fully safeguard our nation's waters. Oil spills, mine waste, sewage, animal waste from factory farms, and runoff filled with sediment, nutrients, and bacteria are fouling waters around the country that we depend on for drinking water, healthy food, and outdoor recreation. This toxic mix, and the outright destruction of wetlands and streams, is also harming essential wildlife habitat.
The EPA and the Corps are taking an important and necessary step to restore the Clean Water Act by providing new guidance grounded in law, science, and public health. This move will begin the process of restoring vital environmental safeguards for rivers, lakes, streams, and estuaries that are essential for sustaining healthy communities for people and wildlife.
"A strong Clean Water Act protects the lifeblood of our nation," said Larry Schweiger, president and CEO of the National Wildlife Federation. "To fulfill a fundamental value to safeguard America's clean water, this guidance is a very encouraging first step."
In issuing their new Clean Water Act guidance, the EPA and the Corps are seeking public comment for 60 days. The National Wildlife Federation encourages you to add your voice to protect clean water. The final and most crucial step in the guidance process is a solid and binding rulemaking by the agencies clearly defining the waters protected under the Clean Water Act.
This is not just some bureaucratic piece of paper," said Jan Goldman-Carter, wetlands and water resources counsel for the National Wildlife Federation. "The guidance is a down payment to fulfill our government's fundamental responsibility to ensure abundant, clean water for all Americans – the lifeblood of our nation's wildlife and recreation."
Click here to find out more about what is at stake from the loss of Clean Water Act protections and what is needed to restore them.
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LA Times: President Obama seeks to extend Clean Water Act protections
New York Times (Greenwire): Oil Industry Threatens Obama Admin Over Clean Water Act Guidance
The Outdoor Wire: National Hunting, Angling Groups Applaud Release of Clean Water Guidance
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Gary Engberg Outdoors Blog: National Hunting Groups Applaud Release of Clean Water Guidance


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Beginning Jan. 18, Chinese sand pears can be imported into the U.S.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture said in a December final rule that Chinese sand pears grown may be imported if harvested and packed with safeguards to prevent infestations of pests.
The USDA said China expects to export 24,000 metric tons of sand pears annually to the U.S. That accounts for less than 5% of the average annual production of all varieties of pears produced in the U.S., according to the USDA.
A number of trade issues remain for both countries, with U.S. pear exporters looking for access for U.S. pears in China and Chinese apple exporters vying for approval of Chinese apples in the U.S. market, said Mark Powers, vice president of the Northwest Horticultural Council, Yakima, Wash. Powers said that bilateral meetings in California with Chinese and U.S. officials in September explored those issues and others. A pest risk assessment on Chinese apple imports could be issued by the USDA next year, Powers said.
Meanwhile, Powers said there are hopes at U.S. pears may be eligible for export to China by the 2013 harvest season.


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My husband Dave was diagnosed with bile duct adenocarcinoma with extensive liver involvement at the end of March. he had never been sick a day in his life. He is 64. He didn't even have a doctor and had never been on any medication. He was feeling fatigued and no appetite and he got a doctor and his calcium level was very high so he was hospitalized where they took CT scan that showed liver tumor. They couldn't tell where the primary site was as they didn't get enough tissue. We went to Mayo clinic as I had researched on line and found out about their transplant program but his cancer was too advanced for a transplant. They said chemo was the only appropriate treatment to prolong his life but that prognosis was poor. He has had the most trouble with the hypercalcemia and has been hospitalized a few times for that as it is very dangerous. I am a nurse and so they put in a port-a-cath so he can have IV hydration 5 days a week at home to keep the calcium down. They also gave him calcitonin. We are so shocked with all of this as we were just getting ready to retire and enjoy traveling together etc. We just can't believe he could live as little as 6 months. We are trying to remain optomistic and just believe the docs are wrong and that he can beat this. The worst part is we have only been together a few years even though we have know each other for 30 years. My first husband died of lung cancer. talk about bad karma. Hope to find some of you hear to chat sometime in the future. Sorry about the long email but I wanted to tell our story.


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Weighing Words: Balancing Spellwork for the Spring Equinox
We've arrived at the Spring Equinox again, which means its time to strike a balance. Use your Book of Shadows to develop and track this magical work.
Weigh Your Words. Four months have passed since Samhain, the new year, where you probably planned all sorts of wonderful changes for yourself. Draw a scale on a clean page in your Book of Shadows. One one side, write or draw all the things you've managed to accomplish since Samhain. On the other side, write or draw those things that are still in progress or waiting to happen. Look at both sides of the scale. Which side is heavier? Of the things you still have to do, are there any that you found difficult? What did you do when you were faced with that challenge? Did you put it off, or try and succeed? Or fail? How did you feel about that? Maybe you're in the midst of a task right now--how is that coming along? What about your accomplishments? Even if that side of the scale has less on it, perhaps those things took a great deal of work. Think about it and write down your feelings.
Cup of Wonder. Creating a touchstone--or in this case, touchstones--will help you regain balance as the seasons change. Wash a chalice or cup and three small crystals with salt water to purify them. Crystals can be purchased, but if you can't do that, then find three white stones that remind you of the full moon. Fill the cup with water and place it outside where it will catch the light (and the energy) of the moon. Leave it out until at least noon the next day so that it will also capture the sun's light and energy. Remove the stones and rinse them with plain water and pat them dry. Your touchstones now have the power of equal day and equal night. Carry them for balance, enlightenment and growing strength--but first, it's time to get even!
A Balancing Act. Add some action to your spell by turning yourself into a scale: Hold your stones in your left hand and close your eyes. Slowly extend your arms out from your sides and open your palms being careful not to drop your stones. Picture your empty hand filled with the things you need to get done. In your mind, weigh your tasks against your touchstone, adding energy to the touchstone until you feel that both hands are carrying the same weight. Move your arms up and down as the weight is added to help you visualize. When both sides are even, your touchstone and energy will be in balance with what you want to accomplish.
Time Weights for No One. As the warm days of Spring dance merrily towards Summer, keep track of those tasks that have yet to be done. Do you still find yourself bumping a particular job to the back of the list? Why do you think that is? Do you feel that your moon-stones are helping you in any way? Why or why not? If you feel your touchstone could use a little boost, wait until the next full moon and work the magic again--then return to your Book of Shadows to keep tabs on your progress.
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Three huge wins last week -- including a thrilling come from behind victory by one goal over Chatham in OT. Then the Maroons got by No. 2 Mendham.
Scored 10 or more goals in 3 of first 4 games. This team shouldn't feel too bad about falling to No. 1 Ridgewood on Monday, either.
Hilltoppers have opened season with three impressive wins against IHA, Glen Ridge, and Mountain Lakes.
The Ridgers crushed West Morris last week, but came up two goals shy vs. Summit.
The Royals tallied 16 goals in each win last week over Morris Knolls and IHA.
This is the best 2-2 team in the tri-state area. It suffered two tough losses last week, in OT to No. 1 Ridgewood and to Long Island power St. Anthony.
Don't be fooled by the record. The Lakers' three losses to Oak Knoll, Mendham and Summit are by a combined five goals.
The Red Devils have emerged as Somerset's team to beat with three big wins last week, including a 10-goal blowout over Bridgewater-Raritan.
Impressive start for the Raiders, but big tests loom this week vs. Pingry and Bridgewater.
Knights have scored 26 goals in first two games.
The Indians' 18-goal outburst against Bergen Tech has North Jersey opponents taking notice.
Strong start for the Big Blue Warriors. Huge test upcoming this week vs. legendary state power Moorestown.
The Patriots are fresh off a big three-goal win over Jackson Memorial. They now look to a big upcoming game next Monday vs. Shore.
The Casey's 3-0 start includes a one-goal victory over Shore Regional.
The Wolfpack's 3-1 record will be tested this week with IHA, Ridgewood and Mountain Lakes all on the slate.


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Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Heavy bleeding
Iam 47 years old, height 155 cm, weight 55 kg.
My problem is : After more than 5 weeks my periods did not stop. The beginning of 3 weeks were very light. I nanged the pampers 1/day. The last 2 weeks were heavier, I changed the pampers 2 times a day, also headache. So I took the PRIMOLUT N 5 MG tablets, 3 times a day. after taken 2 days the blood was stopped till 3 days. And the 4th days the blood is started again,till now. This is the second problem I have.
The first problem was in June 2005 with the same case, so the doctor checked me, but he didnt find anything was strange, it was imbalance hormone as premenopause he said. So he gave me the PRIMOLUT N 5 MG (I still have the left over that I took.), 3 times a day, during 10 days with the note, if the blood did not stop in 10 days, I had to come back to him. After taken 3 days the blood was stopped, so the doctor told, stop drank the tablets.
Is it possible for me to take the PRIMOLUT N 5 MG again, to stop the blood?
It should be okay for you to take the medication again, but it your cycles continue to be irregular, check with your physician to see if something else should be done.
Margery Gass, MD
Formely, Professor, Clinical Obstetrics & Gynecology
College of Medicine
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Alcoa's (AA) star may have faded, but it still is the first DJIA component to kick off the earnings season.
From the technical side, the current price of the stock along with the current available option strikes have me less excited about trading Alcoa this time around, which disappoints me since it is one of those stocks I've been able to consistently hit for a profit during earnings. This has never been a home run name for me, but I like consistent singles as well as home runs....342 more words left in this article. To read them, just click below and try Real Money FREE for 14 days.
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COLUMBUS, Ohio — Big Lots EVP and CMO John C. Martin has announced his plans to retire. He will remain with the company until his successor is appointed, and has committed to provide guidance to his successor and the company through May 2014.
Big Lots has retained SpencerStuart to conduct a search of external potential candidates.
"On behalf of the board of directors and our nearly 40,000 associates across the country, I would like to thank John for his dedication and unwavering support of Big Lots throughout the last 10 years," said Philip E. Mallott, chairman of the board. "He has been a highly valued member of our executive team in a number of different roles including merchandising, marketing, store operations and human resources. The knowledge transfer of his deep understanding of our business and the closeout industry has proven to be very valuable to David Campisi, our new CEO, and John's role in on-boarding a new chief merchant should also provide for the best possible leadership transition during this critical time in our company's evolution."
"John has been incredibly helpful and valuable to me throughout my first two months with the company," added Campisi. "He's the consummate retail professional and I appreciate his insights on merchandising strategy and execution. Additionally, he and I together are working toward new marketing direction while looking for new leadership in this key area of our business. When John ultimately leaves the business next year, he will be deeply missed, but we are all excited for John and his family and wish him many years of good health and happiness ahead."
"In the near term, I am focused on helping the team execute our fall and holiday strategies to make the most of 2013 while also offering my support to my replacement once he or she is identified," said Martin. "Big Lots is a great company with great people, and I am excited about what the future holds for our business. I want to thank David, the board and our associates for their partnership and support throughout the last 10 years here at Big Lots. There have been so many accomplishments, new friendships, and good times which I will always value. After nearly 40 years in the retail business with long hours and extensive travel, I look forward to slowing down and spending more quality time with family and friends."
The broadline closeout retailer operates 1,510 Big Lots stores in the 48 contiguous United States, 3 Big Lots store in Canada and 76 Liquidation World and LW stores in Canada. Wholesale operations are conducted through Big Lots Wholesale, Consolidated International and Wisconsin Toy, and with online sales at its dedicated e-commerce site.


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Hi all
Interesting experience the other day. My wife was away for the week and I was foraging through the clutter on her desk to look for something. When I saw all her work-related documents, busy schedule etc I was hit by a sudden rush of respect and admiration for her, love etc. And I wondered, in light of how busy she is and in the light of how eccentric I am, if she were happy. So I picked up a book that was lying nearby, called the "Book of Answer" or "Book of Questions", I forget which. It's a book where you think of a question then flip through the pages randomly and the page you land on provides the answer. (For example, let me try one now - "Will the Buddha's teaching thrive in the 21st century?" (flip, flip) and I land on "You must act now." Oh, that's a good one too!)
Anyways, that day the answer to my question "Is she happy?"/"Will she be happy?" the answer was "consider it an opportunity."
And the more I thought about it, the more I realized how true that is, for two general reasons.
First of all, human rebirth in a time where the Buddha's teaching exists is, as we know, extremely fortuitous. I think there is a sutta in which the Buddha says it is human birth that provides the best opportunity for developing understanding. This is a great opportunity, and we have earned it.
Second, the idea of happiness. We know of the eight worldly vicissitudes, the worldly conditions of gain/loss, praise/blame, fame/disrepute, pleasure/pain that are constantly buffeting us. I was thinking that while there are of course sad and happy moods implied in there, there is an opportunity to find a deeper and more lasting happiness to the extent that wisdom and patience and other wholesome characteristics develop in order to receive the worldly conditions in a way that doesn't just add to suffering. I don't think I'm referring to nibanna, and of course short of nibanna, there is nothing that isn't subjected to conditions, so technically speaking the idea of a deep and lasting happiness subject to conditions is a bit odd, but....
...it does feel to me that there is a happiness that develops in line with a wise processing of worldly conditions (which involve clinging to many things that most uninstructed worldlings take to be "happiness"), and that comes to somehow overcome or override these worldly conditions to an increasingly consistent degree, and that this is "happiness" in a Dhamma sense, and it is an opportunity for us all.( I think there is a sutta passage somehting along the line of "what the world takes to be happiness is suffering, and what we understand to be happiness would be considered miserable by the world, or something along those lines.)
Mind you, at other times I suspect that what I take to be a Dhamma-rooted happiness is just a subtler form of clinging to pleasure through the sense doors, and that it is therefore just adding to suffering in a subtle, pervasive way...
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So how did he do copying the bassline from Verschwende Deine Jugend? Proper EBM basslines are tough to do without a real analog sequencer.
"ust a small attempt to create a sequence in the style of D.A.F (Deutsch-Amerikanische Freundschaft) recorded with the camera microphone. Gear used: Korg MS20 and MS50 with Sherman filterbank to add some distortion. Korg SQ10. Doepfer quantizer. Korg MS02 to go from the SQ to the Quantizer and back to the MS synths." – MentallyUnfit
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Your horse was designed to spend his days roaming and grazing, thriving on the nutrients found in fresh grass. The benefits of constant grazing are plentiful, but acres of fresh pasture can be hard to come by, especially in the winter. Luckily, there are ways that you can help your horse get the benefits of grazing even when your fields are barren.
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Your horse's digestive system evolved to rely on a slow, steady intake of complex carbohydrates, like grasses. If he isn't constantly grazing, his risk for ulcers and colic increases (learn more at SmartPak.com/UlcerRisk). If your horse can't have access to fresh pasture due to geographic limitations or health conditions, at least make sure you're providing plenty of quality hay throughout the day (free choice is ideal, but be sure to check with your veterinarian). We recommend a "slow feed" hay bag or net like the SmartPak Small Hole Hay Net
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The constant mobility that comes with grazing is beneficial for both your horse's joint health and his hoof circulation (learn more at SmartPak.com/HoofCirculation). If you can't provide acres of turnout in the winter due to inclement weather, try to make sure your horse is getting as much exercise as possible, whether it's handwalking, turnout in the indoor, or a few extra hacks a week from a friend.
Fresh pasture and hay are both forages, but they're not created equal. Grass contains key nutrients like omega 3 fatty acids and vitamins A and E, but those nutrients are reduced when it is cut, dried, and stored as hay. Omega 3 fatty acids are essential to your horse's well-being because they help support cellular health and a normal response to inflammation. If your horse doesn't graze on fresh pasture year-round, consider supplementing with SmartOmega 3 Ultra. This formula provides omega 3 fatty acids from flax seed, fish oil, and chia seed, as well as vitamins A and E.
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We have one KL member who hasn't played with the scoring system we're going to this year and there may be some from the ABA so I wanted to post some hints on the scoring system.
First, and the reason most of us like this system so much, is it uses a head-to-head matchup system for games and those matchups directly correlate to the NBA's 82-game season.
Unlike the system we used last year, players' scores from different games are not added for a weekly result. In this system there will be 56 regular-season and 26 playoff games.
The way this works is each players fantasy scores will be added to league games in a direct correlation with their NBA team's games. That means that Eddy Curry's Fantasy Game 1 score will come from the Knicks' first regular season game. His Fantasy Game 10 score will come from the Knicks' 10th regular season game, and so on.
To utilize the scoring you really need to have a handle on two things - lineup deadline and setting lineups. The deadline for setting the lineup for each fantasy game is the first NBA game that correlates to that fantasy game.
To illustrate: If the first NBA game is next Tuesday night at 7 p.m., then that's the deadline for your lineup to be set for game 1. It doesn't matter that you may have a player whose team doesn't play its first game until Thursday - the entire lineup needs to be set by Tuesday. Any change in lineups after that date will be credited to Game 2. Later in the season you can have players with as much as a 10-day gap between when you set lineups and when they may actually play - that's the way this game is set up and if Sacramento's playing Game 30 on January 10 and Boston plays it on January 20, you'll have 10 days to find out how much Kevin Garnett's Game 30 score will count.
Next is lineups.
The important thing about lineups is you want to figure out what's the best 240 minutes your team can put out there. Anything after that is irrelevent. Games are scored by taking 48 center minutes, 96 forward minutes and 96 guard minutes. OT adds on another 25 minutes but I won't bring that up here.
If you have a 2-position player, the position he's listed at FIRST in your lineup is where his fantasy points are scored first. Frex, I have Carlos Boozer, a C/F. If I list him in the lineup as a C/F his points will first be scored at center - any leftover points as forward. However if I list him as F/C the reverse is true.
I'll use my lineup to(hopefully) show how this works:
I will probably look to set my lineup something like this:
C - Okur - 40 minutes played - all 40 will go at center
C/F - Boozer - 38 minutes played - 8 will go to center, 30 to forward
F - James - 42 minutes - all 42 at forward
F - Smith - 32 minutes - 24 points will count, the other 8 won't count
G - Bibby - 38 minutes - all go to guard
F/G - Johnson - 42 minutes - since all forward minutes are full, 42 go to guard
F - McDyess - 30 minutes played - don't count
F - Nocioni - 30 minutes played - don't count
C/F - Abdur Rahim - 26 minutes played - don't count
G - Robinson - 24 minutes played - 16 go to guard, the rest don't count
G/F Garcia - 18 minutes played - don't count
Now in reality, I'm stronger and deeper at forward than guard so I'd probably list Joe Johnson at G/F rather than F/G - I have other high-producing forwards. McDyess was nearly a 1 fantasy point per minute player last year while Nate Robinson was both lower and very erratic. I want JJ's minutes at guard. Also, if Boozer got hurt there's no reason I need a C/F 2nd in the lineup. If SAR is scoring, say, .80 while Dice and Nocioni are both higher, by leaving him where he is I'd still get the 8 center minutes but not have the lower production at forward.
The best way, for me anyway, to figure out what's the best lineup is just to switch things around and run the math. Multiply the players' minutes played by FPPM and look at different lineups for the best point total. This game can reward the team with a bunch of backups who give you decent production in small minutes. Players like Bobby Jackson and Alonzo Mourning have been great players under this system in the past. They may only play 20 minutes but if they score 25 in those 20 they may help you more than a starter who averages 40 mpg and scores 30.
This reads confusing and probably is - it always takes a little while to figure it out. There's also a description of how the scoring works on the sports.ws site. Hopefully some other vets can fill in any blanks I've left - or help clear up any confusion.


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I love Keepers of the Faith because it is for boys and girls so my kids can work on things together as well as what interests them. I love that it is all biblically based, encompasses all ages, and fits in easily with our homeschool schedule. We have met dear friends through meetings at our home, memories that will last a lifetime. I know when I order a KOF book it has already been made sure it is a wholesome read. I wish I had KOF when I was a girl, I know my life would have been different if I had.


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The gold trade seems to be breaking all of the "rules." Despite discounts in the dollar, the yellow metal has failed to make headway -- and, in the midst of political chaos on Washington, it has barely budged. However, it is hard to count out the gold bugs in an environment that has us continuing to face potential inflation pressures at the hand of monetary policy, and where uncertainty is running rampant.
Seasonal tendencies are also in favor of gold prices finding a bottom in the coming sessions. Although data compiled over the previous 25 years can be considered merely overall neutral to supportive, the previous six years have seen notable rallies in the precious metal in mid-to-late December -- which often extends well into January. That said, an early-December dip appears to be relatively common. These statistics put us on notice for a possible buying opportunity at better levels.
From seasonals and broad-based fundamentals, we turn to the chart for guidance. The chart of the February gold contract has formed a large wedge pattern. This most certainly won't last, but it does offer some guidance for those looking to get into the metals market at discounted prices. After all, timing is everything!
The price is currently hovering near the $1,690-per-ounce area, an internal trendline support level. Nonetheless, our models suggest that probabilities call for a break of support as traders' sell stops are enacted in these thinly-traded holiday markets. Specifically, we are looking for a fall-out into the $1,670 area (see chart below). At such levels, we feel the bulls might be interested in looking for higher prices. However, please note that illiquid December trade can sometimes see exaggerated moves. If such an event occurs, a quick run to $1,625 cannot be ruled out -- but if seen, it would likely be a rather high-probability entry for the bulls.
eep in mind that gold futures are a "big boy" contract. These prices move quickly, and profits and losses can mount in a matter of minutes. However, smaller-capitalized or risk-averse traders can look to the mini and micro versions of the futures contract for more comfortable speculation.
In all, there is substantial risk of loss in trading futures and options. This is not suitable for everyone.


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MINNEAPOLIS — Store closures and a shift in this year's Super Bowl affected Best Buy's results for the 13-week period ended May 4.
The company reported a net loss of almost 10% for first quarter fiscal 2014, seeing its revenue drop from roughly $10.34 billion the prior year to $9.38 billion. Increased price competition and the closure of 49 large-format stores contributed to the electronics retailer's decline in revenue. A shift in the Super Bowl, which typically drives TV sales, to the prior quarter and reduced non-core sales also impacted revenue.
Best Buy CEO Hubert Joly said that the retailer is already seeing benefits from its "Renew Blue" restructuring program, which eliminated $175 million during the most recent quarter in annualized costs through efficiency improvements and removal of management layers. Renew Blue has reduced annualized costs by a total of $350 million since its implementation last year, and Joly expects the savings to continue.
"Looking ahead, we remain focused on making progress on our Renew Blue priorities announced last November and reiterated in March," said Joly. "During the second quarter, we will, in particular, complete the deployment of the Samsung Experience Shops and make significant progress in our efforts to optimize the allocation of our retail floor space to more attractive product categories, so as to increase revenue and operating profit per square foot."
The company fared better online. It reported domestic online revenue of $498 million, a 7% increase from last year. Excluding the additional week last year, comparable online sales increased 16.3% due to increased traffic and higher conversion across multiple online platforms.


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As the countdown to the Valentine's Day begins, retail markets all over the world start filling up with gifts and presents. Among the myriad of 2010 Valentine's gifts, some stand out with unique charm as the best for expressing one's truly feelings to their beloved.
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Well, they didn't win. The couple had hopes of winning the $100,000 Ultimate Wedding Contest.
Gregory and Jonathan represented the gay contingent big time but finished just a few votes behind the winning couple.
Not too shabby.
Gregory posted the following note on C&B's Facebook this morning:
Thank you so much for awarding us as your second place couple in the Ultimate Wedding Contest! It has been an amazing experience, and thank you Crate and Barrel for being so supportive of the LGBTQ Community. The link below is to the first slide show we made for the contest! Thank you again!
The couple didn't walk away empty-handed, though. They won a $7,500 gift card to the store, which probably makes them the envy of all their friends.


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Two Halo legends. One legendary sculpture...
The Master Chief and Arbiter statue is available NOW through Weta's website priced at $225 and limited to 1000 pieces. However, Figures.com readers are in luck: Enter the promo code FIGURESDOTCOM50 upon check out to get the Master Chief and Arbiter statue for only $175 - a full $50 off! Act now, this amazing offer ends July 11.
Halo-mania is back. Not that it ever went away, but with the Fall release of Bungie's HALO: REACH mere months away, fan excitement has returned at an all-time high. I'm as thrilled as the next guy, but part of me longs for simplier times. Master Chief times. You see "Reach" isn't Master Chief's story - it's Noble Team's tale, a new squad of Spartan supersoldiers. And while I bet we'll see an MC cameo, I'm sure going to miss playing our big green hero.
Thankfully, there is a solution to those like myself suffering from Master Chief withdrawl... and I'm not talking about playing Halo 3 for the 100th time. There are collectibles worthy of the legendary Spartan himself; sculpted monuments that will forever remind you of John-117's honorable place in Halo lore. I'm talking about Weta Workshop's stunning range of Halo statues, most notably, MASTER CHIEF AND ARBITER. Just released, this dynamic 10.2" H x 12.6" W x 7.9" D sculpture stars the mighty MC and his most unlikely of allies and friends, the Covenant Arbiter. The epic piece retails for $225, but for a limited time our readers can save 20%. Check out our amazing offer above.
PACKAGING: As one would expect with a statue of this size, the entire piece ships in a very big box. Images of the actual statue are wisely used on all sides of the package while other collectibles in Weta's diverse Halo collection - replica helmets, statues and fine jewelry - make an appearance on the back. In addition to the visual checklist (love that Cortana statue), the back of the box also enlightens the collector with a brief history lesson on the MC and Arbiter's relationship, the statue's diminsions and edition size, as well as the team responsible for bringing this stunning sculpture to life. I realize any collectible released is a undertaking, but I was honestly surprised by the number of people involved on this project. A team effort, indeed.
A fully licensed collectible, the Master Chief and Arbiter statue prominently features the franchise's all-encompassing title - "HALO" - on all sides of the package. For those that can't wait to see what number they got, the statue's edition size is conveniently stamped on the bottom of the box. For the record, mine is 239 out 1000 made.
Flipping open the top flap reveals the Master Chief and Arbiter safely sealed between two large Styrofoam clamshells. What's truly incredible is that the statue - aside from the Arbiter's sword-clutching hand - is entirely one piece. Usually a sculpture of this size ships in two pieces, requiring you to attach the characters to the base. The Master Chief and Arbiter, however, is one solid unit, needing only the simple step of placing the Arbiter's hand on via powerful rare earth magnets. In fact, if it wasn't for the sword's very fragile nature, I am sure that even this basic assembly would have been omitted. But the translucent sword IS very delicate, despite being cast of what appears to be a semi-flexible resin. Take care pulling the part free. In fact, take extra precaution removing the entire statue. Because it is one piece, it can be quite stubborn coming out of its deep Styrofoam mold.
SCULPT: When planning to purchase a high-end pop culture statue, two things are crucial to my decision: Subject matter and composition. Especially composition. Anyone can make a statue, slap a hot license on it, and watch it sell, but without dynamic composition, it's just another boring, licensed statue. Weta's Master Chief and Arbiter statue easily fits both my criteria by showcasing two very cool Halo charaters in a manner that looks amazing from ALL angles.
The Master Chief and Arbiter statue is anchored by a large circular base sculpted with ancient Forerunner architecture and "Halo 3" etched on the "front". Heavy and broad, the base not only provides a solid platform for the statue to rest on, but its round shape is key to the sculpture's flowing composition. You can display your statue with the Master Chief front and center, or rotate the sculpture around so the Arbiter is the star. However you turn the statue, it looks great. I plan on purchasing a revolving stand to perpetually spin my statue on display.
To one side stands the Master Chief, trusty Assault Rifle at the ready and a powerful Magnum Pistol holstered for quick backup. The MC is captured confidently stepping forward, with chest thrust out and head held high; his faceless visor focused on something in the distance.
Looming tall behind the Spartan is the Arbiter, pulsating Plasma Sword charged and lethal. The Arbiter's legs are dug in a defensive position, braced for battle, while the stern look on his face further conveys the message that war is on.
The sculpt on both characters is phenomenal. Weta delivers Halo's iconic sci-fi armor designs in remarkable detail. The Master Chief's MJOLNIR MK VI battle suit is an intricate maze of sharp panel lines and angular armor plates, the sculpt faithfully replicating that seen in Halo 3. In eye-pleasing contrast, the Arbiter's more medieval, curved armor shines bright with otherworldly charm. The ocean of ornate decorations that cover the Arbiter's armor are particularly breathtaking, each swirling pattern lovingly sculpted with dedicated precision. Also of note is the Arbiter's unique energy weapon. Cast of translucent resin, the thin, tapering duel-bladed sword springs to life with realistic swirling patterns inside. It's quite beautiful.
PAINT: Pulling this statue together is an exceptional paint job. Hardcore Halo fans will immediately note the more muted color palette used on this piece, something I find very refreshing on a Halo collectible. Instead of glaring green and brilliant bronze for the armor, Weta has subdued the two warrior's appearance to look more rough and weathered.
The matte colors ground the statue in realism and allow the few reflective accents - the MC's gold visor, Arbiter's sword and eyes - to literally shine through. Additionally, the toned down colors really help bring out all the sculpted armor detail, something you have to see up close and in person to truly appreciate.
COST: Fine art comes at a price and the Master Chief and Arbiter statue is no exception. Priced at $225, the Master Chief and Arbiter statue is an investment that passionate Halo fans will feel good about. I own a few high-end resin collectibles and given the statue's limited production run (1000 pieces), large size, quality paint and detailed sculpt, the Master Chief and Arbiter is justified at $225. However, Weta has teamed with Figures.com to offer something even better for our readers. Enter the promo code FIGURESDOTCOM50 upon check out at Weta's website to get the Master Chief and Arbiter statue for only $175 - a full $50 off! Act now, this amazing offer ends July 11.
OVERALL IMPRESSION: Bungie's Halo universe is extremely engaging sci-fi material; a fictional world that has expanded way beyond polygons and pixels into a full-blown pop culture phenomenon. Quailty collectibles like the Master Chief and Arbiter statue honor Halo as art. Pieces like this weren't just created for Halo fans, they were lovingly created BY Halo fans... and Weta is about as big a Halo fan as you get (Heck, they made their very own fully functional Warthog). If you are looking for a fitting tribute to two Halo legends, look no further then the Master Chief and Arbiter statue.
Review and Photos by Jeff Saylor
Review Sample Courtesy of Weta Workshop


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A message from Sean Brown
On February 4th, Joan Dancy & PALS will hold its 11th Annual Valentine Plunge to raise funds to care for people in our communities living with ALS.
Jumping in 32 degree water in the middle of the winter has to be the stupidest idea ever. The icy plunge goes against all of your natural instincts but most of us are going out for the eleventh year in a row as an act of solidarity with our local PALS because they are conquering immensely greater fears every minute of every day. The spirit of the day is incredibly uplifting. To see hundreds of people come together to help their neighbors in need is just beautiful.
The "plunge" we're asking you to make doesn't involve freezing cold water -- but it will make a big splash in the lives of our PALS. Simply click the "Donate" button above to make a secure online donation today.
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Unis: The Origin of the Unicorn
Charles Allis Art Museum, 1801 N. Prospect Ave, is pleased to announce Unis:
The Origin of the Unicorn opening
Friday, August 1 through September 28, 2014. Timothy Westbrook Studio creates a fictional
narrative of an expedition funded by Charles Allis to discover the origin of the
unicorn. Using natural history, costume, sculpture, personal ephemera and an
expedition team, Westbrook along with nationally recognized artists create
original work that takes us on a mythical journey throughout the Charles Allis
Art Museum, with treasures around every corner. The opening reception on Friday August 1, features a fashion show by
Timothy Westbrook Studio in collaboration with Get Dolled Up Beauty Salon,
Fashion Designer Bree Rose, and Maggie Sovelson of Brown Cow Vintage. Join us
on this expedition and discover the origins of one of the most beloved mythical
General Information Museum Hours: Wednesday - Sunday, 1-5 p.m. General Admission: $7/adult, $5/student & senior (62+), Free for museum members, children 12 & under, and active military. Group tours available. More information at (414) 278-8295 or www.charlesallis.org


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MORGANTOWN — Tony Gibson and the West Virginia defense have more than just the challenge of preparing to face Alabama in a couple of months.
They also have to figure out just what it is that the 'Bama offense will look like.
Of course, that's usually not an issue. Nick Saban leans toward a pro-style offense without a whole lot of frills. The Tide just lines up with some of the best personnel in the country — be it at running back, wide receiver, the offensive line or quarterback — and dares opponents to stop them.
What makes it a bit more of a challenge for West Virginia, however, is that now Alabama has a new offensive coordinator and will have a new quarterback. Chances are the Tide will still look essentially the same, but who really knows?
"We've looked at some tape, sure,'' said Gibson, the first-year defensive coordinator. "But it's all just guess work.''
In preparing for Alabama, Gibson and the defensive coaches have watched Alabama tape, but have also taken a peek at some from Tennessee and Southern California. That's because the new offensive coordinator is Lane Kiffin, whose last two jobs were as the head coach at those schools.
"I suppose you can get a feel for what he might do, but you never know,'' Gibson said.
Really, though, the remainder of the summer and then most of fall camp won't be about Alabama. Coaches are allowed to monitor summer workouts now and spend a couple of hours a week with players breaking down tape, but most of that work will focus on the Mountaineers, not their Aug. 30 opening-game opponent.
"What we're more worried about is what we're doing,'' Gibson said. "Any staff I've ever been on, we've always thought that we'd better worry about us first and get this team going in the right direction and make sure we're doing all the right things.''
Having the Tide first up on the schedule naturally injects a sense of urgency to the summer work and Gibson has seen that.
"There's no doubt they understand what Alabama's all about,'' Gibson said. "We've talked about it in depth through the spring and into the summer, talking about what Alabama is and what they have. Our kids are well aware of it. They see that every time College Football Live or SportsCenter comes on [ESPN], they're talking about Alabama football.''
Gibson said he likes where the Mountaineers seem to be right now, both mentally and physically. The coaches can't actually run a full-fledged practice, but they have enough access to players and workouts that they can see the progress being made.
"They know what a great opportunity this is, to go to Atlanta and play Alabama in a game like that,'' Gibson said. "We've probably talked more about that, about the opportunity they have, than about the particulars about the team they're playing.''
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One player who isn't taking part in the organized workouts and film sessions with the coaches is Shaquille Riddick.
The defensive end, who will play at West Virginia as a graduate transfer this fall, is in Morgantown and he's working out. But he hasn't graduated yet and until he does he can't officially join the team.
Riddick was on track to graduate from Gardner-Webb in the fall, but learned that he could finish early and transfer to an FBS school. He's taking the courses he needs on line, but it will take most of the summer to complete them. He should be finished around the time August camp begins.
Until then, Riddick is allowed to use WVU's weight room facilities and he is. But until he graduates and then can enroll at West Virginia, the coaches can't work with him. The strength and conditioning staff, too, is pretty much hands off except for monitoring his workouts in their facility.
Reach Dave Hickman at 304-348-1734 or email@example.com or follow him at Twitter.com/dphickman1.


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JR wrote:fireball42 wrote:bents wrote:
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thanks for the articles bent. should be something that improves my game.JR wrote:At that point in the career it is better to gain skills than more discs. You should be able to learn to throw each of your current discs left, center and straight and out to different distances. Once that is consistent you have a better idea of possible overlapping and gaps in the bag for all conceivable situations.
well i can throw these throws well with my panther and my stingray. being left handed i had to learn to anhy quickly because the courses are generally a little more rhbh friendly. i can also get a decent s-curve with my ray.
i do need to work on these with my teebird, which is newer and i mainly focus on placement and distance.
That is not gaining you any skills throwing discs that tend to go in any direction. Throwing them straight or in the other direction they naturally go out to different distances teaches you skills and just exactly what those discs are capable of. And how hard it is to bend their flight to your needs. If you find you cannot make a disc do something and nothing else in your bag does the same each time you've found a hole that needs to be filled. It might be a skill or equipment issue. Maybe both but i'm leaning toward skills since you have different good discs. Out of those objectives the one that will lower your scores most is acquiring skills and making you consistent with your new found skills. It is harder to achieve than you might think and surely harder than throwing money at a problem buying everything.
i see your point JR. you are correct that i have a lot to work on and I do not expect a new disc to turn me into an overnight pro. in fact most of the time using a new discs makes my game worse because I don't know how to throw it perfectly.
i don't see buying new discs as throwing money away though. part of the fun of this sport for me is experimenting with discs and seeing what works well for me. I like the discs I have but i could easily find another disc that I prefer over them. for instance, I like my panther (it was my first disc), but i feel that I already prefer the stingray for most shots and i trust it more, and i have had it for a few weeks. spending 15 dollars a month to pick up two d-plastic discs is okay to me because it may be the disc that stays in the bag and replaces one that was a go-to, or just as easily it may go on the shelf, or my GF may love it and have it replace her discs.
trying and buying new discs is part of the joy of the game to me.


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Parents 'skipping meals to feed their children'
11:52am Saturday 1st December 2012
By Morwenna Blake
11:52am Saturday 1st December 2012
By Morwenna Blake
ALMOST one in ten people in the south west have skipped a meal, gone without food to feed their children or relied on family and friends for food in the last year, according to research just published.
The figures have been released by Tesco, which has also confirmed it will be the first supermarket to partner with the foodbanks run across the country by Salisbury charity the Trussell Trust.
Salisbury foodbank sees the reality of food poverty on the ground every day.
More and more people are finding themselves in need of help to feed their families, and nationally the foodbanks fed almost 110,000 people in the last six months, compared to 128,697 people in the whole of last year. Chris Mould, executive chairman of Trussell Trust said: "Across the UK Trussell Trust foodbanks are seeing thousands more people in crisis turn to us for help.
"Every day we meet parents who are skipping meals to feed their children, or people who are forced to choose between eating and heating.
"This winter is looking particularly bleak as food and energy prices rise while incomes remain static."
The research found that in total, around 10 per cent of people in the South West have suffered from some form of food poverty in the last 12 months, with 5 per cent of people skipping meals and 4 per cent relying on friends or family to provide food.
Significant numbers of parents had also gone without food to feed their children.
The research also found that in the last year, 20 per cent of people in the region had changed their eating habits, buying less expensive food or reducing the amount they eat.
The Trussell Trust is anticipating an even big demand for emergency food nationwide this Christmas.
Tesco is launching the partnership by holding a nationwide food collection at 800 stores on December 1 and 2. The UK's biggest supermarket is taking the lead in helping foodbanks to feed people going hungry in the UK. Food surplus charity Fareshare is also getting involved, helping the trust to distribute some of the food received.
Mr Mould said: "We are delighted that Tesco is working with The Trussell Trust's network of over 280 UK foodbanks and FareShare to help stop people going hungry this Christmas. We'd like to encourage everyone to give a can or two to help make this Christmas a happier one for people in crisis. Thank you."
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DAVIS (AP) ? The family of a Northern California man who was lost in the wilderness for more than a week says he survived on runoff and pine nuts.
The Davis Enterprise reports (http://bit.ly/Zjj90B) that 25-year-old Daniel Thompson of Davis turned up around a campground in Lake County on Sunday.
His father, Brian Thompson, says he had been missing since April 13 after leaving on a camping trip.
He lost control of his car and went off a road in a rural area northwest of Clear Lake. With no cellphone reception, he wandered the wilderness searching for help, surviving on pine nuts and runoff.
Brian Thompson says his son grew up learning about edible plants, and pine nuts were among his favorite.


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tushamajig13 wrote:The Natural wrote:The real world sucks man. Congrats on graduating. I suggest taking a ride to marshall st. and picking out a bunch of backups for the stuff you have if you are set on that bag.
congrats on graduating, man. im supposed to graduate this year but i went to northeastern with their sweet 5 year co-op program so class of 2009 for me.
i would also say just to get backups of what you already have if it is working well for you
Nice man. You get a masters with that?


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Every student faces challenges during college, but not everyone knows where they can get help. For CU-Boulder senior Emmie Matsuno, this was a challenge to construct a resource that fit the needs of students searching for some advice.
The "How to Help a Friend" page on the Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) website is the result of Matsuno's mission to help. The site boasts a number of topics, including, alcohol and other drugs, Suicide, Body Image, Relationships, and Stress.
"I think that what maybe really sparked the idea was that I had friends I was worried about," explained Matsuno. "I didn't know how to help them exactly so I thought that having a resource where people could go that were worried about their friends would be really awesome."
From this mentality the website's three main goals were born: to provide general information for relevant areas of interest, to offer a device for concerned friends to seek advice and tips, and to list recourses for helpful groups and contacts.
Matsuno explains that the most important aspect of the project is accessibility for students. "People are more likely to go in and get the support that they need if they hear it from a friend [or peer]," she said. "I feel like it is a way to reach to campus from within."
In January 2012 Matsuno started as a volunteer for CAPS, before her work on the "How to Help a Friend" project began. She has since interned with the program for three semesters as a peer educator, where she has participated in the promotion of CAPS programs across campus as well as the facilitation of small group workshops and peer education.
The Wyoming native will graduate May 10 with a duel degree in psychology and music after four years at CU.
After graduation Matsuno plans to attend University of California, Santa Barbara, where she has been accepted to to their PhD program in Psychology. She hopes to pursue a career in teaching thereafter, and is extremely interested in engaging in a research-oriented position at a university someday.
To check out the other resources CAPS offers visit the website.