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DariTech, Inc. announced that earlier this year it won a competitively bid contract with the Port of Tillamook Bay (POTB) to design, build and start-up a fully bonded, turnkey $5.6 million manure anaerobic digester and 1.2 megawatt (MW) electricity generator at the POTB facility in Tillamook, Oregon. DariTech is supplying all technology, equipment, services and management to rapidly design, permit and build the Plant.
The Plant will process the manure from the equivalent of 5,000 milking Holsteins from the Tillamook community dairies by producing biogas used as fuel to generate electricity through a state-of-the-art 1.2 MW combined heat and power unit. With no additional off farm substrate, 100% of the energy produced will come from the cows. At full operation, planned for 2013, the Plant will generate nearly 10 million kilowatt hours of electricity per year- true cow power! The Plant will serve several nearby dairies whose manure will be
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Featuring aboveground glass-fused-to-steel insulated tanks, the Plant meets the POTB need for a small footprint at its historically sensitive site. DariTech's Plant fits well within the boundaries of the foundations of what was a World War II blimp hangar. The three digestion tanks, 84 feet diameter by 28 feet tall, will be covered with DariTech's own flexible membrane roof. Slurry storage and processing will take place in two smaller tanks, 36 feet in diameter by 28 feet tall. A 4,400 square foot building will house solids dewatering and fiber processing via DariTech's BeddingMaster in- vessel drum. With DariTech's custom in-house PLC control system, programming is simple, fast and effective.
The Plant operates by taking in liquid manure from dairies delivered in tanker trucks, which return digested and separated manure to the dairies for agronomic land application. A touch screen at the load/unload station communicates directly with the system PLC, allowing tracking of all incoming and outgoing manure. The incoming manure is preheated to about 100 degrees Fahrenheit, the operating temperature of the mesophyllic digester. The prepared manure is pumped into the digester tanks, where it stays for up to 25 days. Periodic mixing ensures a low parasitic load for the system operation, with no moving parts inside the tanks. Anaerobic bacteria feed on the organic matter and produce methane rich biogas which bubbles to the top of the tank. The Biogas is removed, cleaned and injected into the engine which turns the generator which is connected to the electrical grid. Liquid from the digester is dewatered with the resulting fiber further processed. Treated liquid nutrients are hauled back to the dairies for application to their cropland.
All of the Plant products are put to good use. Electricity from the Plant will be supplied to Tillamook PUD. The POTB will sell the fiber to a variety of nurseries and horticultural users across the Pacific Northwest and northern California. Liquid nutrients are applied to cropland in the Tillamook community. The POTB will obtain carbon offset value for destroying methane which would be otherwise released to the atmosphere (methane if released into the atmosphere is 21 times more potent than carbon dioxide as a greenhouse gas). The creation of this Plant supports the long-term sustainability of dairy farmers in the Tillamook community.
About DariTech (www.daritech.com)
DariTech is a premier dairy service and supply company, with a complete manufacturing facility at its Lynden, WA headquarters. DariTech has for 22-years supported dairy farmers from the barn to the milking parlor to cropland through efficient and cost-effective systems and equipment. DariTech provides round-the-clock high quality service for all of its products.


text: A new direction for Team of Destiny program By Norman Chad September 2, 2012 Story Share THE TEAM OF Destiny program - the most revered prognostication system in NFL history - is broken. The last few seasons, I've stunk up the joint more than I've wowed the masses; frankly, if I told you the sun set in the West, you should bet your government-subsidized farm on it setting in the East, or maybe not setting at all.Ah, but how quickly things can change, like a Rex Grossman pass en route to being picked.Usually, I find a doormat franchise and pronounce it improbably Super Bowl-bound. But this year is different. Instead, I have found not just one, but two traditional winning teams which - hidden in plain sight, as it were - are destined to meet in Super Bowl 47.Yes, these are solid teams, but no one expects either to make it to the February finale. I know otherwise - for I am Couch Slouch, a post-modern Newtonian/Euclidean/Keynesian NFL savant with a beanbag-infused brilliance not seen since Theo van Gogh shepherded brother Vincent through the political minefield of Western European art dealers.Ladies and gentlemen - and Rex Ryan, if you're reading - I give you the Denver Broncos vs. the New Orleans Saints.Mock me if you will - heck, I wake up most mornings and hear the mocking before I have one foot out of the Murphy bed - but I'll take my chances on Peyton Manning and Drew Brees against the field.You don't think Peyton is motivated this season?He got dumped by the franchise he lifted out of the doldrums in favor of a better-educated, better-looking young stud. He's been written off because of a serious neck injury that would reduce most mortals to throwing popcorn in the stands rather than taking hits on the field. And he's been eclipsed by younger brother Eli, who now has twice as many Super Bowl rings.I have nothing against Eli Manning - he's crafted a really nice career and grown into a clutch performer under the bright lights amidst the swampy marshes of New Jersey - but I am tired of hearing this notion that he's a superior signal-caller to his big brother. If Super Bowl rings are our only measuring stick, then Trent Dilfer was a better quarterback than Dan Fouts.Has Peyton been mediocre in the postseason? Absolutely. But Eli's Giants also have had greater defenses than Peyton's Colts, and Peyton's never had a run-of-a-mill receiver make a once-in-a-lifetime catch off the top of his helmet while falling to the turf.Plus watch all the games, people: Peyton operates with the precision of a heart surgeon; Eli is more of a traffic cop wandering around looking for expired meters.Peyton and his Broncos are Super Bowl-bound this season.Down in New Orleans, Bountygate has gutted the scorned Saints, leaving the team coach-less, general manager-less, linebacker-less and, supposedly, soulless. Ah, but when everyone hates you - the gift Gregg Williams left the Crescent City - this bands you together closer. Every Saint will walk out onto the field with a scarlet letter on his jersey; this shame will translate into a determination unmatched since Tom Arnold tried to win back Roseanne's heart in the summer of '94. Sure, the team is head-coach-challenged at the moment: Sean Payton, suspended for the season, was replaced by Joe Vitt, who was suspended for the first six games and replaced by some guy who doesn't even have a headset.Still - though I have no inside information - I firmly believe Payton will be coaching the Saints every weekend and most weekdays.What, you think he's going to be at Ikea Sundays shopping for rattan chairs?If you believe Payton is going to have zero contact with his team, I've got some luxury condos in Mexico backed by Donald Trump I'd like to show you. Osama bin Laden ran al-Qaeda for years out of a mountain cave in Afghanistan with two cans and a string, a fax machine and a basic cable package; with today's technology, Payton could be calling plays from the Curiosity rover on Mars.So trust me, we're looking at the first-ever Teams of Destiny Super Bowl between the Broncos and the Saints. I'll have an EXACT FINAL SCORE for you a week before the game.Ask The Slouch Q. Are the Washington Nationals' Zimmerman boys - Ryan and Jordan - the first successful brother teammates since Frank and Brooks Robinson? (Mitchell Shapiro; Rockville, Md.)A. Neither Ryan Zimmerman and Jordan Zimmermann nor Frank and Brooks Robinson are brothers. But your errant inquiry reminded me of baseball's foremost sibling teammates, the Alou boys - Felipe, Matty, Jesus and Boog.Q. Why are today's superior conditioned athletes immediately put on the disabled list for six to eight weeks every time they fall down? (Ed Shade; Hurricane)A. And every time they do take a tumble, they land on their wallets, which should break the fall.Q. If the Mayan calendar were another two feet in diameter, do you think it would say anything about the Houston Astros winning the World Series? (Ray Bohannon; Katy, Tex.)A. Pay the man, Shirley.You, too, can enter the $1.25 Ask The Slouch Cash Giveaway. Just e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com and, if your question is used, you win $1.25 in cash! Story Share Story Share Trending Now 1 Deer in 8 WV counties found dead from EHD 2 New company planning $73M synthetic fuel plant in Greenbrier County 3 WVU law professor announces run for Congress 4 St. Albans rallies to beat Riverside, 21-17 5 Charleston man pleads guilty to Dec. shooting Roundup: WVU women's soccer plays to scoreless draw with Miami, Fla. Previous Story Poor tackling, lack of aggressiveness hurt Herd Next Story

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My fascination with machines and industry has influenced me to createmechanical devices through the use of clay. These sculptures arecreated using a combination of ready-made objects, molded objects,wheel thrown parts, and slab constructed supports. The main goal is togive the viewer hands on interaction and participation, which I feelhas been absent in past ceramic sculpture.
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Fresh off a big campaign to label products containing genetically modified organisms (GMOs), another of Vermont's controversial 2014 legislative initiatives has come to fruition – allowing for pickup of raw milk at farmers' markets.
It should be clear that the law does not allow the sale of raw milk at farmers' markets, but buyers may indeed pickup milk they've previously purchased. But, the fact that raw milk will be available at the farmers' markets could increase sales as visibility grows.
Vermont does divide its raw milk producers into sizes based on production. Tier 1 producers may sell up to 12.5 gallons per day, while Tier 2 producer may sell up to 40 gallons per day. Tier 1 and 2 producers also have weekly limits of 87.5. New customers must have the opportunity to visit the farm where the milk is produced under the new law. Only Tier 2 producers will able to deliver milk to farmers' markets.
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Happy Thanksgiving everyone. I have a mountain to be thankful for. I'm healthy, working and making music often. It's only 1:30 but so far I demoed some software synthesizers I had my eye for a while. I tried the Madrona Labs Aalto, UH-E ACE and the XILS-3. They were all interesting and if your a soft synth person I could recommend them all. I did the the XILS-3 the best though. That said, they don't compare to my new AS Telemark so I zapped them from my hard drive. I uploaded an "old" demo to Soundcloud as an apple pie was being created in my kitchen. I'm off to my mother's house soon for the big eating. I really do appreciate everyone who visits Wire to the Ear so that's one more thing I am thankful for in 2011.
"I celebrate Thanksgiving in an old-fashioned way. I invited everyone in my neighborhood to my house, we had an enormous feast, and then I killed them and took their land." – John Stewart
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Jason's Thoughts: TLC 2012
by, 12-16-2012 at 11:50 PM (6131 Views)
Preshow: Santa's Helper Diva's Battle Royal
This was a pretty good divas battle royal than the usual crappy 2 minute ones i was impressed with Naomi winning but it felt random.
Rating: 3/5
Cara/Rey vs RhodeScholars Table
This was a pretty good opener,alot of nice action.
Rating: 3/5
Cesaro vs Truth (US Title)
What a boring match,with a lot of headlocks and i am just not interested in the feud in general,so why should i even be invested.
Rating: 2.9/5
Miz TV w/3MB
This was a pretty funny segment with a really suprising face/tweener turn by Del Rio setting up 3MB vs Del Rio,Miz and a mystery guy which really got me curious and think about who it might be. Swagger? Fandango? Ryder?
Rating: 4/5 stars it was funny and had a impact on the WWE.
Kofi vs Wade (IC)
This was a pretty good match,with Kofi really going over. Wade really looked good and i see a good 2013 for both guys.
Rating: 3/5
TLC-Shield vs Team Hello No/Ryback
What was the point of making this a TLC? Why not just make it No DQ or atleast put something like a bat in the air, its just misleading and ruins the point of having ladders. But still they put on a amazing match, it stole the show and that spot at the end was amazing, Shield really prove themselves tonight,in my opinion.
Rating: 5/5
Chairs Match Sheamus vs Big Show
This was a great match,tons of great counters and near falls and that big chair was freaking awesome, i love Sheamus/Show matches.
Rating: 4.5/5
3MB vs Del Rio/Miz/Brooklyn Brawler
Wow. Swagger. Ryder. Henry. All of the guys WWE could have picked and they got Brooklyn Brawler, heck if they wanted a guy from New York they could have gotten Foley,Dreamer or Ryder. But still 3MB,Miz and Del Rio gave a decent showing,but Brawler, he just didn't even try.
Rating: 2/5 Rio,Miz and 3MB deserve credit.
Dolph vs Cena MITB Ladder Match
This was a fantastic match,tons of great spots and we got to see Cena do things we have not seen him do before,it completely blew away my expectations. But i did have a problem. AJ Lee. Her appearence was predictable and the same exact crap we saw months ago im tired of WWE and TNA doing the same scandals and love stories (gone bad) hopefully the writers get more creative soon. But still this match was....
Rating: 4.5/5
Overall: 9/10 amazing ppv,tons of great matches, all the wrestlers got to shine and some unforgettable moments like Del Rio turning face.
I hope you enjoyed this review, next week will be the final time i do 2 blogs until the rumble. I will be reviewing Impact/NXT and talking about many of WWE's failed projects.


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Eve Brandstein's Poetry in Motion: Claiming Ginsberg
Eve Brandstein
Saturday, April 6, 2013 from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM (PDT)
Who's Going
San Francisco, California
London, United Kingdom
Florence, Italy
Event Details
If you have not purchased your ticket, please join us at Beyond Baroque located at 681 Venice Blvd., Venice, CA 90291 at before 8 pm. Tickets are $20 at the door. This show may sell out...
Eve Brandstein's Poetry in Motion, in concert with Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center will present "Claiming Ginsberg" - an evening of poetry, music and media celebrating Allen Ginsberg. Poets read works by and about Ginsberg. Performers share stories, perform original work and read Allen's works.
Scheduled to Appear:
- Ronee Blakley
- Rick Overton
- S.A.Griffin
- Marc Olmsted
- Richard Modiano
- Bob Branaman
- Anne Beatts
- David Zasloff
- Eric Trules
- Rex Weiner
- Lisa Thayer
- Doug Knott
- Elkanah Burns
- Kimberly King Burns
- and Special Guest Judd Nelson
Eve Brandstein's Poetry in Motion has a 30-year history of bringing leading actors, writers and poets together to create exceptional spoken word events. April 13, 2013 8pm at Beyond Baroque, Eve will present "Claiming Ginsberg: An Evening with Allen Ginsberg and Friends".
Refreshments will be available after the event and attendees will have an opportunity to meet the artists and buy books in the Beyond Baroque bookstore which is filled with thousands of rare volumes written by leading local writers.
Tickets are $15 online or $20 at the door. Purchasing a ticket before the event guarantees you get one of the best seats in the house at an event, which is likely to be standing room only.
When & Where
Beyond Baroque, Venice
681 Venice Blvd
Los Angeles,
Saturday, April 6, 2013 from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM (PDT)
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Eve Brandstein
In addition to being a poet, Eve Brandstein has been a major studio and network executive, a producer, a film and theater director, writer/creator, and casting director. She is also an artist, psychotherapist, teacher and workshop facilitator, who has led writing and performance groups. As an accomplished fine artist her work is shown at TAG Gallery at Bergamot Station. She is a publisher of The Hollywood Review an anthology of L.A. poets and also the author of "The Actor – A Practical Guide to a Professional Career" and has published several collections and anthologies of poetry chapbooks. Her next poetry collection will be published and distributed by Zeitgeist Press.
She is also the producer of the celebrated reading series – Poetry In Motion, launched in 1988. Poetry in Motion is presently a bi-coastal monthly series at Beyond Baroque in Venice and various venues in New York City.


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Cedarville University
Cedarville University Graduate Assistant Openings
University Graduate Assistant (UGA) functions both as students and as professionals, enhancing their education by playing an important dual role. While studying to meet academic requirements for advance degrees, UGA's also complement their formal studies through research, teaching, administrative, and/or service work under the supervision or tutelage of faculty or staff. UGA refers generally to all graduate students enrolled at the University who are employed by the University to assist a faculty or staff member in the areas of administration, research, or to serve in some instructional capacity. A department may award an assistantship to a student with regular or conditional admission to the Graduate School.
The following university expectations are required of all UGAs:
- Granted admission, either as a regular or conditional acceptance, into one of Cedarville University's Graduate School programs;
- Clear evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a consistent Christian lifestyle;
- Affirmation of and willingness to abide by the Cedarville Covenant;
- Agreement with the eleven doctrinal position statements we use as our definition of substantial agreement.
The following are the benefits UGAs receive:
- Wage for services performed
- Graduate School Tuition Grants
The award of an assistantship of 0.50 FTE (1040 hours per year) or greater entitles the graduate assistant to 100% of graduate level tuition remission for all graduate level courses taken and successfully completed during the term of the assistantship. The award of an assistant of less than 0.50 FTE (less than 1040 hours per year) entitles the graduate assistant to 50% of graduate level tuition remission for the all graduate level courses taken and successfully completed during the term of the assistantship.
- Meal Plan Subsidy
The award of an assistantship entitles the UGA to a meal plan subsidy for meals taken in the university cafeteria based on specific guidelines for such established within the appointing department.
- Cedarville University Graduate Student Health Insurance
When a tuition grant is awarded, the assistantship also entitles the UGA single participation in the CU Graduate student health insurance plan. The premium for health insurance coverage will be paid by the University.
In order to apply for any UGA position, please complete the following steps:
- Download the University Graduate Assistant application, complete, and return to the hiring department specified in the position announcement.
- Along with the completed application, submit a written statement showing clear evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a consistent Christian lifestyle.
- Along with the completed application, submit a resume.
- All UGAs are required to successfully complete a pre-appointment background check. If you are being considered for a UGA position, you will be contacted by University Human Resources with additional instructions.
There are no graduate assistant openings at this time.


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Papa John's and the politics of pizza
This is commentary from political blogger and cartoonist Rob Tornoe.
Sometimes, political cartooning is an exercise in venting my frustrations.
Take the reaction to President Obama's reelection by "the Papa," Papa John's CEO John Schnatter. A fervent Mitt Romney supporter, the Papa injected politics into the sauce of his pizza back in August when he complained that due to Obamacare, he would be forced to raise the prices of his pizzas.
Now that Obama has been re-elected, and Mitt Romney is depressingly taking rides up and down on his car elevator, the Papa has doubled down on his threat, warning that his chain may cut his minimum-wage employee's hours to avoid paying for their healthcare.
It doesn't anger me that someone like the Papa, who resides in a 40,000 square-foot mansion with its own private golf course and a 22-car garage, would be looking to fill his own pockets before doing right by his employees.
That's the American Dream. As Mitt Romney said while attending a fundraiser at the Papa's mansion, "Who would've imagined pizza could build this. This is really something. Don't you love this country? What a home this is, what grounds these are, the pool, the golf course... Republicans come here and say everyone should live like this." No, what angers me most are people that can't even criticize this sort-of behavior because of the ideological told-hold the right has on their common sense. The Papa's big beef, according to a conference call he made to shareholders, was that because his wildly profitable company doesn't provide health care to its employees, Obamacare would force them to do so, increasing the cost of one of their pizzas by as much as... gasp... 20 cents.
So the rising costs of the old health care system prevented him from giving all his employees health care, and now 20 cents a pizza will do it? The Papa should't be arguing against Obamacare, he should be making ads for it! After all, 20 cents extra a pizza is nothing compared to the cost of adding an extra topping, and more than half the price of an extra garlic sauce. As Amy Bingham from ABC News noted, if you want that piping hot pie delivered, the $2 delivery fee will cost you 10 times more than it would cost the Papa to provide his employees with health care.
Instead of raising the cost of his pizza by the amount most people can find in their sofa, the Papa has chosen instead to punish the same employees that are the backbone of his wealth, simply to make a political statement. The Papa is also taking a chance with the business of many Papa John's franchise owners across the country.
By going so political so publicly, he risks a blow back of angry customers in a market even more saturated than the fat in its products. Think of a state like New Jersey, where 58 percent of voters cast their ballot for Obama. Do you really want to risk making their pizza choices partisan? "It felt like sabotage from our own CEO," said James Applebaum, who worked as a driver at a Papa John's franchise in Ramsey when the Papa began to speak out against President Obama. "If the company were in financial danger, then I would understand some of what [the Papa] wishes to implement.
The fact that they merely seem to stem from one man's political views is an outrage. " So way to go Papa. I'm sure it won't be hard for New Jerseyans to find another pizza joint to support. After all, there are great Mom and Pop shops on nearly every corner of the state, owned and run by people who live in the community. Their kids probably play with your kids. Sure, they may not have Peyton Manning hawking their pizzas, but at least they're probably made with fresh dough and handmade sauce.
Better pizza. Better ingredients. Buy local.
Rob Tornoe is a political cartoonist and a WHYY contributor. See more of his work at RobTornoe.com, and follow him on twitter @RobTornoe.
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Boy, did I have an adventure this morning! The day began like any other. I checked the forecast before heading to the office and read "25 F, sustained winds of 26 mph." Hmmm. Wind is not something I like to play with, but I really wanted to ride my bike. I clicked for more details: "wind direction north-northeast." Great! I was heading south to downtown, so the wind would push me merrily along. What about the return trip? Below it said "wind down to 10 mph by late afternoon." Decision made! Oma and I set off happily…
…and made it about 2 miles. As you can see, the wind was mean and a bit more northeast than north. And there was another factor I failed to take into account: ice. Yesterday we had a small, wet snow – no big deal. On the lakefront, however, the wet snow froze, joined by crashing waves which froze.
My studded tires kept me upright, but after the trail began to resemble an ice-rink and I felt a tiny slip in my front tire, I dismounted. I'm not a fan of falling. Assessing my situation, I realized that every tiny thing was covered with ice and decided to turn around, garage Oma and take the L train. At this point, I met a very interesting person and we chatted for a bit. I'll have to make that its own post.
I'm glad I tried to bike to work. I had lots of fun and started out my day with an adventure. Although sometimes I have to admit cycling is not practical, I'll always try before giving up :)


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Ramblings of a Horseman: 3/23/13
by, 03-23-2013 at 06:39 PM (3093 Views)
WOOO!!! Welcome to my new blog. Sorry, I've been off the grid for a while . Making moves and other fun stuff. There's not going to be missing points I can talk about every week so I decided to have another blog where I can just speak my mind on any number of topics I chose. So let's begin.
We are officially on the road to Wrestlemania and WHOA!! It is not a good start. I could begin with the split between fans on whether The Rock should be WWE Champion, but I'll touch on that in a bit. I wanna start with this past week's episode of Raw which is a prime example of what's wrong with everything. Now let me set the record straight. I'm not like one of these other guys who look for every opportunity to bash the WWE. I LOVE THE WWE! I'm a life long fan. Always have and always will. I more often than others look for ways to praise the company instead of bashing it for not being what it used to be. But this is Wrestlemania season. This is easily my favorite time of the year besides the beginning of Summer. More than Christmas, and more than football season. It's 3 months of top notch sports entertainment on a weekly basis building to the mega event of the year. Well this year it feels nothing like that. This week on Raw they opened up with John Cena. The guy who will be headlining this year's show and is your franchise player. What do you do with him 2 weeks before the PPV? You give him a weak promo with a tag team that's been jobbing for months. Then put him in a match which the majority of it happens during the commercial. And that's it! For as many agentss and writers who work for this company, this was all you can come up with? I don't believe they deserve the title of "creative" any more. I know what people are going to say. "Well it would be a lot better if the Rock would show up." And I agree. I believe the Rock being champion and being off TV for 2 weeks does hurt the build up for this match. But you can't tell me as much as we know now, the creative team or head honchos couldn't have better prepared for his departure and gave us something better to sink our teeth into so that we can get excited for this match. Hell, The Rock's schedule was leaked online way back in December and you couldn't have had something prepared back then. This match is a sequel for all intents and purposes. It's supposed to be bigger and better than before and so far it's just disappointing.
Speaking of disappointing, besides the 2 championships, this time of year is all about one thing..The Streak. And as much as I am a HUGE C.M. Punk fan, I'm not that into this match. For starters, the whole 4 way match to determine an opponent for Taker wasn't bad, but highly unnecessary. Especially when your guy lyour building the match towards is C.M. Punk. Two weeks before hand he talked John Cena into putting his title shot he earned at the Royal Rumble on the line. You're telling me he couldn't talk Taker into having a match with him at WM29? Then you have the unfortunate passing of Paul Bearer. Somehow they were able to take this tragedy and work it into the story where it gave Punk some heat, and Taker a reason to want to not only face him, but hurt him really bad.It was actually starting to get interesting. But then they continued to ride Paul's death the following week into a promo that left me more dissatisfied than excited. Punk does some juggling of Paul Bearer's urn that upset a few folks but not me. He's been disrespecting folks for weeks and crossing lines that you wouldn't expect. Punk cemented his spot as the top heel weeks ago so I'm not surprised about anything he does anymore. My shock came from The Undertaker. After 2 weeks of CM Punk disrespecting the memory of Paul Bearer, he just stands there and does nothing. Because of his history and who he is, I would have expected some lightning, fireball, or anything supernatural. Nothing. Because of the 2 feuds with HBK and Triple H, I would have expected for Taker to verbally cut Punk apart. I mean he pulled both those guys "punk cards". But when it came to a legit Punk, he gave us nothing. It just faded to black and we went to commercial. I was shocked to say the least.
Now with Wrestlemania being two weeks away, it was due time that we started seeing the rest of the card start to take shape on Raw, which it did. But for the most part...still not excited. I know we've got some decent matches set up like Ryback vs. Mark Henry. Most fans are hating this but I'm super excited. Ryback to me hasn't had any real competition as far as his size and character goes, and Mark Henry is out to prove he's still the dominate force he once was. It would be a perfect storm if Ryback hadn't lost his last 3 PPV matches. But nonetheless, It's the one match I'm really looking forward to. Triple H vs. Brock has me a little excited but that's because when he wants to, no one can sell a story better than Triple H. Despite the disappointment of the stipulation announcement, I love the promo he pulled to get Brock to fight him. It was classic stuff about 2 men who just wanted and needed to beat the hell out of each other. It's what this business used to be about. It was "Hey! You disrespected my legacy, my friends, and my family. I have no choice but to hurt you and leave you a bloody mess." Remember when that was the basis of all good feuds? I know things need to be PG, but does everything have to start with a joke? That's why I was happy to see Jack Swagger break Ricardo's ankle. Not because I dislike Ricardo, but because I needed more to get me behind this match. The rants of a racist old man and his lapdog blindly following his lead just isn't doing it for me. And when did Big E. Langston and Dolph Ziggler become a tag team? The best worker in the company, who also holds the MITB briefcase and he's in a tag match? And why is no one paying attention to the fact that Chris Jericho gets a louder pop than anyone on the roster. I know he's all about putting the young guys over, but we couldn't do anything better with him than a match with an unproven superstar like Fandango? By the way I don't care if this gimmick works out or not, they need to keep his dancer. GORGEOUS!!! Basically what I'm getting at is the mid card isn't looking good. My concern level for the quality of this year's Wrestlemania is at an all time high. And they're actually going to charge people $70 in some markets. It better be worth it.
Ok I've rambled on long enough. Check back soon for my Wrestlemania edition of The Missing Points. Follow me on Twitter @MTStewart4. And as always, Keep Stylin & Profilin.


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Photo Gallery: Designer Cottages
Escape with us!
A beachy and relaxed cottage in Quebec.
This remote house situated near the St. Lawrence River needs no window coverings; in the dining room, the view acts as a large scale living mural. Owners Richard Ouellette and Maxime Vandal chose trellis-back chairs to elevate a humble barn-board table. An oversized raw-wood chandelier strikes a rustic note in an otherwise formal setting.
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A quaint room with a spectacular view.
Pale blue tiles set in a diamond pattern add texture to this kitchen's crisp white cabinetry. "I know the rug looks like something you'd find in your grandmother's home," says homeowner Richard Ouellette. "But I think it's fun — it doesn't take itself too seriously."
In a cottage without curtains, it's all about nature.
Drue, a terrier mix, curls up in the living room, where an antique hand-carved fireplace mantel from Lyon, France, and a painting by René Richard take pride of place.
A humble space, kept simple and cottage-like.
This home's only bedroom illustrates Ouellette and Vandal's approach to decor: nothing matches yet it melds together effortlessly. Bird-print wallpaper acts as a neutral backdrop for modern ikat pillows and weathered-wood pieces.
A gracious seaside retreat.
An expansive loggia, accessed by French doors from every room, and a widow's walk overlook the pool in Matthew Sapera's New England weekend house.
A two-tone hand railing creates a graphic statement.
This sculptural yet charming living room staircase allows access to a widow's walk. The room is filled with details typical of Nantucket interiors, from the vintage campaign chest with brass pulls to the bobbin chairs to the sisal rug.
Dark wood caned chairs are a decorative nod to plantation style.
A crisp navy blue and white colour scheme makes the main-floor family room feel relaxed, as do its layered bookshelves and nautical striped rug.
Clean lines contrast with rough, natural granite.
Jutting out of the rocky shoreline, the Glass Boat House, designed by Toronto's Gh3, cuts a dramatic figure. The design allows for sweeping 360-degree views of the surroundings. For privacy, translucent blinds roll down from the ceiling at the touch of a button.
For more design & decorating ideas, browse our Designer Cottages photo gallery.
Use black granite flooring to ground a light, ephemeral space.
The low-rise furniture keeps the focus on the view, and the polished black granite floor echoes the rocky terrain surrounding the house.
Huge windows flood this modern space with light.
These sleek white kitchen countertops and integrated sinks are made from Corian, chosen for its soft feel and the fact that scratches can be sanded out. For a streamlined look, sliding pocket doors conceal three ovens while panelling disguises the fridge. The black polished granite floor extends to the outside patio and plays off the natural granite seen through the floor-to-ceiling windows.
See more Modern & Contemporary Kitchens in our photo gallery.
Barely visible guard panels are made of low-iron Starphire glass.
A Corian bathtub was installed in the cottage's open-concept principal bedroom to take advantage of the lake views. For more privacy, a flick of a switch encloses the tub with sliding ceramic frit panels.
Bleached-pine floorboards brighten up this small space.
To complement the region's northern light, owner Monique Waqué decided to decorate with pale colours evocative of Danish style. Check fabrics in a mix of colours and scales are used as the home's primary pattern. Monique furnished rooms minimally, buying many items at auctions in Denmark or Germany. Much of it is Scandinavian or French, and small in scale to suit the cosy dimensions.
See more great cottage and country rooms in our Cottages & Country Houses gallery, Traditional Cottages gallery, plus see more cottage photos.
Gingham shades add a playful twist to a traditional chandelier.
Light floods into the open-concept living and dining room through five sunny, south-facing windows. French toile throw pillows and a chair recovered in a linen pineapple print punch up the pale grey and white space.
Chicken-wire cabinets keep this look casual.
Pretty canisters and open shelving keep everyday items neatly on display. Waqué is fond of rag rugs — a traditional Swedish element — and uses them here to highlight the green and white colour scheme.
Use river rocks to create a European, cobblestone-style look.
Waqué enjoys using her kitchen-side patio all summer for meals and drinks. Beyond the garden, open wheat fields seem to roll on forever.
Used rugs and tapestries add texture, pattern and warmth.
Cottage owners Juli Daoust and John Baker hired a contractor to paint the ceilings white, creating a uniform look with the walls and floor. Sliding glass doors, high ceiling and tailored furniture make the room feel light and airy. The unusual daybed sofa is a Shaker-inspired piece that's carried at their store, Mjölk — a Japanese and Scandinavian lifestyle boutique in Toronto.
See more modern cottages in our photo gallery.
This dining table, by Dutch designer Marcel Wanders, offers a modern take on antique style.
The chairs, all mid-century Danish Shaker designs by Folke Palsson and Jorgen Baekmark for FDB Mobler Denmark, were bought online for about $100 each. Cottage owners Juli Daoust and John Baker found the black candelabra while rummaging through the boathouse, while the snowshoes belonged to Juli's dad.
See more modern cottages in our photo gallery.
A gutsy reno adds European sensibility to a family cottage.
Before she updated her family's 70-year-old cottage, designer Colette van den Thillart's mother advised her to tear the building down. But Colette was determined to maintain the original structure: "I'm not terribly sentimental, but Canadians understand how deep into your system family cottages get." The result is a cottage that is a scrapbook of her family's history. At times dark and moody, then airy and Scandinavian, the home is fresh, calm and welcoming.
See more photos in our Traditional Cottages gallery, Cottages & Country Houses, plus more cottage photos.
A Swedish grey-blue shade is the perfect colour to complement warm wood tones.
Walls are covered in beadboard panelling for a classic rural look. The original spruce floor is stained ebony and finished in glossy lacquer to create contrast.
The armoire, tables and bench are antiques found in England.
The sitting room sofas are the only soft furnishings in the cottage that aren't slipcovered, but, Colette says, they're forgiving — there's nowhere in the cottage that's too "precious."
Bleached panelling imbues a classic cottage.
Large- and small-scale florals and stripes give this room a cohesive look. Decorating on a budget? A covered night table, painted bench and mismatched lamp bases demonstrate the charm of thrift store finds. A bench at the foot of the bed provides a space to store books.
Tour this cottage designed by Colette van den Thillart in this online video. Plus, see more photos in our Storybook Cottages gallery.
See more great cottage and country rooms in our Cottages & Country Houses gallery, Traditional Cottages gallery, plus see more cottage photos.
Create a charming, casual feel with a mix of floral prints.
Painted beadboard combined with pine and bare wood is very country. The chandelier is painted out the same shade as the walls, along with ornate cornice above the doors. Punchy red crewelwork on the chairs injects pattern. An antique beetle cartouche draws eyes up to the vaulted ceiling.
Tour this cottage designed by Colette van den Thillart in this online video. Plus, see more photos in our Storybook Cottages gallery.
See more great cottage and country rooms in our Cottages & Country Houses gallery, Traditional Cottages gallery, plus see more cottage photos.
Large windows brighten up a sunroom.
Interior designer Melody Duron wanted this room to have an organic, outdoor feel, so she brought in a teak dining table and casual indoor-outdoor wicker chairs. She also painted the window seats a soft grey to complement the granite surrounding the Georgian Bay home.
For more inspiration, see our Traditional Cottages photo gallery, Beautiful Sunrooms photo gallery, Cottages & Country Houses photo gallery, plus more Melody Duron Interiors.
White walls and high beams enlarge this interior.
Rustic beams draw the eye upward, making the ceiling in this great room look even higher. A peaked roof keeps the room light and airy, and ceiling fans cool the house on hot summer days.
A neutral colour scheme keeps this room bright.
Painting interiors a crisp white or soft neutral enhances the amount of light coming in from large windows. Here, views of Georgian Bay can be taken in from a comfortable window seat. Pale bedding and open side tables also keep the room fresh and airy.
For more inspiration, see our Traditional Cottages photo gallery, Cottages & Country Houses photo gallery, more Melody Duron Interiors, and Bedside Table Styling Tricks.
Panelling, high ceilings and a collection of antiques inject a sense of history into this space.
The painted wood table and chairs enhance the lightness of this dining room, while classic gingham seat upholstery lends a casual note. The table expands to seat up to 20 guests, creating the perfect space for grand dinner parties.
For more beautiful French country interiors, see our photo gallery.
Rich fabrics, dark woods and mirrored surfaces make for a cosy yet sophisticated space.
The subtle sheen, and blue and brown tones of these throw pillows reference the painting above by Magog artist Johanne Martel. Ornate sconces, chairs and accents layer formality into the room.
Glass-fronted cabinets and a pale green colour palette create a bright and airy atmosphere.
In this farmhouse-style kitchen, ceilings are a soaring 16 feet high. A large table in the center of the room can seat up to six, or be used as an island for additional workspace. Painted floors and painted wood furniture lend a light, fresh feeling.
For more beautiful French country interiors, see our photo gallery.
A crisp palette and dramatic accents give this airy room an exotic feel.
Cane furniture, dramatic blue and white fabrics and pottery set a British Colonial tone, while the original granite fireplace, sisal rug and exposed studs maintain cottagey charm.
Painting the walls and ceiling white brightened an old wood cottage.
This great room — designed by Anne Hepfer — has two sitting areas, an ideal setup for weekends spent entertaining. The huge mirror (custom-made in Bali with tiny seashells) balances the fireplace at the other end of the room. The ottoman is made of antique mats from Borneo. Keeping the backdrop and major pieces neutral means the owner can add bold colour and pattern in easy-to-update accessories.
For more chic interiors by Anne Hepfer, see our photo gallery.
See more cottage photos in our White Cottages gallery, Traditional Cottages gallery, Cottages & Country Houses, plus more cottage photos.
A bright dining area.
Work your style and floor plan around the structure of your space, not the other way around. Part of the appeal of this sunny cottage breakfast room is the uneven beadboard and knotty wood floors. Designer Anne Hepfer kept these elements intact and simply transformed the look with white paint, casual decor and a fresh blue and white palette.
How To
Study a room before you buy or move around furniture. Don't automatically arrange seating the same way you had it in your last place. Consider the light, surfaces and the room's function and let those elements direct your choices.
For more inspiration, see our Seaside-Inspired Interiors photo gallery, Traditional Cottages photo gallery, Cottages & Country Houses photo gallery, and Beautiful Sunrooms photo gallery.
This Georgian Bay gem redefines waterfront style.
An emphasis on clean lines and natural materials keeps the focus of this cottage on the wind, water, rocks and sky outside. In fact, the cedar-clad, rectilinear structure appears to grow out of its rocky site. Architects Meg Graham and Andre D'Elia of superkül designed the remote island retreat.
Get more cottage design and decorating ideas in our Modern Cottages photo gallery.
A natural cedar ceiling and silvery-grey oak flooring are rustic counterpoints to the sleek kitchen cabinetry.
Forgoing upper cabinets and conventional appliances (even the fridge is a commercial, below-counter model) means that nothing obstructs the view to the outside.
Save space and add interest in a small space with bunk beds.
In a narrow kids' room, an intentionally high upper bunk creates an airy atmosphere. Colourful fabrics, crisp metal details and traditional pine boards epitomize the modern cottage.


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Last year saw hundreds of newborn Californians named Jacob and Sophia, and a few named Erasmo.
The more entertaining end of the Social Security Administration's annual list of most popular names is the bottom. For privacy reasons, the agency doesn't list names with less than five instances — but, as it turns out, five people can agree on some pretty unusual names.
Among the names pinned to five California babies in 2012:
Boys: Bastian, Blade, Calix, Captain, Coda, Erasmo, Froylan, Jessejames, Jeter, Karo, Ledger, Modesto, Platon, Rowdy, Soul, Xzander, Zadok.
Girls: Braylyn, Brilyn, Chassidy, Chole, Darling, Galileah, Gentry, Kindle, Lincoln, Mahogany, Mane, Nada, Rogue, Rut, Tigerlily.
One suspects "Chole" was a typographic error, but you never know.
Siri, which has cracked the five-name threshold several times since 1960, was picked for 15 California girls last year, and 108 nationwide.
In creativity, California held its own against Utah, noted bastion (bastian?) of unusual names. Utah's 2012 babies included five each of Gauge, Riggin, Steel, Chevelle, Phoenix and Temperance.
The top end of California's list, released Thursday, stuck close to the national trends released last week.
Jacob and Sophia remained the favorite names in California, as they are in the United States.
For boys, Anthony dropped out of the state's top five, and Ethan took its place. Among girls, there was some minor shuffling in third through fifth place, now Emma, Emily and Mia.
California didn't jump aboard the Liam bandwagon. That name leaped to No. 6 nationally, but in California it was No. 24 last year. Californians weren't going with Liam-short-for-William, either: William was No. 31.


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Most men aren't very easy to shop for. Either they are so uncomplicated it's impossible to come up with ideas, or else they are interested in such 'guy' stuff it's hard to get the right thing. And as someone who loves bath and body products, it's far more enjoyable to shop in my 'comfort zone' area for the men in my life – much more fun than trying to figure out ice fishing equipment or car parts.
Thank goodness Mensgroom is out there. Mensgroom's slogan is "simple products for simple creatures…men." Their manly grooming products are excellent and very affordable. I had my husband test these out for several weeks, and he certainly milked every second of my 'inspections'. The final conclusion? These are fantastic stocking stuffers for the guys in your life.
Daily Wash Out Shampoo ($6.99) is a great 2 in 1 shampoo and conditioner.
There is no way my husband is going to use conditioner, but it really helps give his hair some softness. At the same time, I was a little leery of the Daily Wash Out Shampoo because many 2 in 1 shampoos can be heavy and weigh hair down (something someone with slightly thinning hair does not want – don't tell my husband I said that. He still insists it's 'just a colick'.) But this is an excellent 2 in 1, it has Barley Protein, Vitamin B5 and Zinc PCA to cleanse, strengthen, and condition the hair. It has a light, clean scent that is manly but far from overpowering.
Daily Shower Power ($8.99) is Mensgroom's shower gel.
My hubby is a die-hard soap fan, so I didn't think he was going to like this. I was pretty amazed – he loves it. It's more gentle on the skin than regular soap, and it foams up just as nicely. It smells like the outdoors, but again, the scent is light. The only problem with this is my husband keeps stealing my shower pouf. I need to find him a manly one so he will leave my pink pouf alone!
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The island is large but doesn't look bulky, thanks to the elongated proportions and graceful detailing. It's topped with a thick slab of Calacatta Gold marble. The back counter, in contrast, is topped with Pietra Cardosa, a dark, slatelike stone. White tile on backsplash by Waterworks. Polished nickel hardware from Mick de Giulio. Barstools from Mig & Tig.
The wide-plank heart pine floor, stained a dark chocolate brown, conveys a feeling of age and keeps an all-white kitchen from floating away. Viking's 60-inch dual-fuel range in stainless steel is the only visible appliance.
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When it comes to outdoor power equipment, I'm a gas engine guy. The reason is torque. I like it. Torque helps me get my work done quickly, and gas engine tools produce far more of it than corded or cordless equipment.
So when I went to work testing Stihl's new line of cordless 36-volt outdoor power tools, it was a moment of reckoning. The 36-volt tool is nothing short of remarkable. It's the first cordless outdoor power equipment I've found that radically closes the gap between gas engine and cordless (or electric).
My own conversion started last year, when Stihl's HSA 65 cordless hedge trimmer threw my bias back in my face. We were so impressed we gave it a Breakthrough Award. I had the same sort of breakthrough moment when I went to work with these new tools, all being introduced this fall: the MSA 160 C-BQ chain saw, the FSA 85 straight-shaft trimmer and the BGA 85 blower.
Starting up the chain saw was an odd sensation, since it dispensed with the ritual that I've become so familiar with over the last 30 years or so. There was no fuel to mix or add, no choke fiddling, no pull-and-start sequence. There was no revving the saw to get it warmed up. I simply grabbed the saw, walked into the woods and turned it on.
My test project was cutting up a 5-inch-diameter maple that had been bent like a piece of rubber by a rotted tree that fell on it. These bent trees (called "spring poles") are extremely dangerous because they can violently snap back when being cut. Then again, a lot of the work you do with a chain saw is inherently difficult and dangerous, and I wasn't about to give the Stihl a free pass just because it's cordless. It's a chain saw, not a toy. You don't want to have to think, wait a minute, maybe I better get my real saw, when a tough project comes along.
I'm glad to report the little saw was up to the challenge. It was light, sharp and a pleasure to use. After I polished off the 22-foot-long spring pole, the Stihl still had plenty of power to make other cuts. I made 90 in all before it ran out of charge. And that's when I realized I wasn't even using the best battery: I had installed the AP 80, a 2.2-amp hour 2.6-lb lithium-ion battery, and I should have used the AP 160, a 3.8-pound 4.5-amp-hour battery, which would have given the saw even more staying power.
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It's time to take Winter into Spring with stylish and seriously chic stripes. And these styles from Target are right on trend. Stripes look great all year round, but bold pops of this staple pattern are perfect for Spring. Not sure how to rock the striped trend? Here are a few easy suggestions:
Casual classy: Simply pair a sweet striped tee with a pair of skinny jeans for a fresh spring look. Add a few bright sparkling accent accessories, and you're ready to hit the town.
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Anal Dysplasia Study of Men Who Have Sex With Men Living With HIV
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Men who have sex with men (MSM) are at increased risk for HPV-related anal neoplasia and anal squamous cell carcinoma; concomitant HIV infection roughly doubles that risk.
- To compare the efficacy of ablative therapy to topical imiquimod therapy in the management of anal dysplasia in HIV-infected men.
- To describe relationship between cytologic grade of anal dysplasia (as reported on screening anal Pap test) and pathologic grade reported on anal mucosa histopathologic examination.
- To describe demographic, sexual practices, HPV-specific, and HIV-specific correlates of anal dysplasia.
- To describe adverse effects associated with ablative therapy and topical imiquimod therapy.
Prospective, randomized controlled clinical trial. This will be a pilot study. All subjects will undergo baseline anal Pap, HRA with biopsies as indicated, and anal HPV testing. If AIN 2 or 3 is discovered on histopathologic examination, subject will be offered observation only or treatment. If he chooses treatment, he will be randomized to: 1) imiquimod anal suppositories three times weekly for 3 months, or 2) appropriate ablative therapy as determined by colorectal surgeon. During imiquimod treatment (not applicable to ablative group as their treatment will be completed in one visit) subjects will be followed for 2 weeks, 4 weeks, 8 weeks, and 12 weeks with anal Pap, HRA with biopsies as indicated, and anal HPV testing. After therapy completed in each treatment group, subjects will be followed for 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, and 12 months post-therapy with anal Pap, HRA with biopsies as indicated, and anal HPV testing. Observation only subjects will be evaluated every 3 months with anal Pap, HRA with biopsies as indicated, and anal HPV testing for 12 months. We have chosen a goal of 30 subjects in each treatment group and 10 subjects in the observation only group based on the likelihood of enrolling a study of this type in a reasonable amount of time.
Main Outcome Measures:
- Anal Pap cytologic grade, including regression and recurrence during course of study
- HPV type in anal canal, including regression and recurrence during course of study
- Anal histology, including regression and recurrence during course of study
- Adverse effects experienced during treatment, recorded in symptom log
|Anal Dysplasia Human Papilloma Virus HIV
|Drug: imiquimod Procedure: ablative
|Phase 4
|Study Type:
|Study Design:
|Allocation: Randomized
Intervention Model: Single Group Assignment
Masking: None (Open Label)
Primary Purpose: Treatment
|Official Title:
|Anal Dysplasia Study of Men Who Have Sex With Men Living With HIV
- cytologic grade [ Time Frame: 3 months ]Anal Pap cytologic grade, including regression and recurrence during course of study
- HPV [ Time Frame: 3 months ]HPV type in anal canal, including regression and recurrence during course of study
- histologic grade [ Time Frame: 3 months ]Anal histology, including regression and recurrence during course of study
|Study Start Date:
|May 2015
|Estimated Study Completion Date:
|May 2016
|Estimated Primary Completion Date:
|December 2015 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
|Assigned Interventions
Active Comparator: imiquimod
i. Each subject will use an imiquimod anal suppository three times weekly (overnight on Monday, Wednesday, Friday) for 12 weeks.
ii. Each subject will be asked to abstain from receptive anal sex during therapy period (12 weeks).
iii. If local imiquimod adverse effects are severe, a 7-day period off of treatment will be permitted.
iv. During 12 week therapy period, each subject will be evaluated 2, 4, 8, and 12 weeks after starting therapy. At each visit, subject will complete a therapy questionnaire and undergo anal Pap, HRA with biopsies as indicated, and anal HPV testing.
v. After therapy completed (12 weeks), subject will enter 12 month observation period.
Drug: imiquimod
Other Name: Aldara
Active Comparator: ablative
i. Subject will be referred to colorectal surgeon, will complete a therapy questionnaire, and will be treated in accordance with treatment algorithm which is already in use.
ii. Subject will be asked to abstain from receptive anal sex for 12 weeks after ablative therapy.
iii. After therapy, subject will enter 12 month observation period.
|Procedure: ablative
No Intervention: Observation
i. Given lack of accepted guidelines and outcome data on dysplasia management, the study PI will thoroughly discuss risks and benefits of observation/monitoring and treatment of dysplasia.
ii. If treatment is chosen, subject will be randomized to 1) ablative group, or 2) imiquimod group and begin therapy. Observation subjects will continue observation visits (observation questionnaire, anal Pap, HRA with biopsies as indicated, and anal HPV testing) every 3 months for 12 months (4 additional study visits).
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years and older (Adult, Senior)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- Male gender, ≥18 years of age
- HIV-infected and taking ARVs with suppressed HIV VL (<48 copies/mL) on 2 consecutive measurements within the previous 6 months
- Any CD4 count will be considered appropriate for study
- Plasma INR < 1.5
- Plasma partial thromboplastin time (PTT) < 35s
- Blood WBC > 2.0x103/mm3 and absolute neutrophils count > 500
- Blood hemoglobin > 10.0 g/dL
- Blood platelet count > 50x103/mm3
- Serum total bilirubin < 6.0 mg/dL (subjects taking atazanavir-based ARV regimens may have elevated total bilirubin but are generally < 6)
- Blood aspartate aminotransferase (AST) < 100 U/L (<2 ULN)
- Blood alanine aminotransferase (ALT) < 130 U/L (<2 ULN)
- Serum creatinine < 1.5 mg/dL
- ECOG performance status < 3
- Tricare beneficiary
Exclusion Criteria:
- History of AIN
- Anal canal condyloma requiring surgical treatment
- Anal cancer (current or history of)
- History of prior anal surgery, including hyfrecation, excision, cryotherapy, photocoagulation
- Use of anticoagulants (warfarin, heparin, Pradaxa)
- Inability to attend study visits
- Participation in any other drug study
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01663558
|United States, California
|San Diego, California, United States, 92134
|Principal Investigator:
|John D Malone, MD
|United States Naval Medical Center, San Diego
|Responsible Party:
|United States Naval Medical Center, San Diego
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT01663558 History of Changes
|Other Study ID Numbers:
|Study First Received:
|August 9, 2012
|Last Updated:
|August 18, 2016
|Individual Participant Data (IPD) Sharing Statement:
|Plan to Share IPD:
Keywords provided by United States Naval Medical Center, San Diego:
anal dysplasia
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Pathologic Processes
Neoplasms, Squamous Cell
Neoplasms, Glandular and Epithelial
Neoplasms by Histologic Type
Adjuvants, Immunologic
Immunologic Factors
Physiological Effects of Drugs
Antineoplastic Agents
Interferon Inducers
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You can bring your team to the museum for an INSET day and the Learning Team will design a seminar to fit your needs. Activities include a tour of the museum galleries, object-handling and the importance of objects as springboards to discussion and the chance to ask your questions about Judaism, what it means to be Jewish today, and teaching about immigration and Holocaust.
We can guide you on creative ways of delivering your syllabus and methods on how to use museum workshops and resources to achieve quality learning.
Costs of an Inset session: £150 plus VAT per 2 hour session. Maximum group size 25.
Please complete the enquiry form above.
1) Complete the above enquiry form.
2) The Learning Team Administrator will contact you about your enquiry form and will send you you a Booking Request Form to complete. (Please note that if your preferred dates or workshops are not available we will offer you the next free date we have).
3) Send the completed Booking Request Form back to the Learning Administrator.
4) A confirmation email with your confirmed booking details will be sent to you along with a document detailing important information for your visit. Until you receive confirmation of your booking by e-mail your visit has not been confirmed. Once you have received a booking confirmation email our cancellation policy will apply.
It is advisable that all bookings are made at least one month in advance to ensure your preferred dates are available.
Please send us the above completed enquiry form and we will endeavor to match your dates with availability. Please note that we work on a first come, first served basis and that the enquiry form is an expression of interest and that we are unable to reserve dates until a completed booking form is received.
We have limited available space and we will try our best to match your needs to our resources.
Whilst we do not have a dedicated lunch space in the museum, bookings for a full day of workshops will have the use of the workshops space for students to use in their lunch break. Alternatively Regent's Park is a 10 minute walk away.
The Jewish Museum offers a wide range of workshops encouraging students to enjoy a positive and rewarding learning experience. Workshops are arranged in four strands, Discovering Judaism, Exploring History, Investigating the Holocaust and Revealing Arts.
For more in depth information please visit www.jewishmuseum.org.uk/schools
3 minute walk from Camden Town tube station
10 minute walk from Camden Road railway station
Buses: 24, 27, 29, 31, 46, 88, 134, 168, 214, 253, 274, C2
Coach: Booked school visits arriving by coach can be set down and picked up opposite the museum in Albert Street. Information about coach parking is available from the Learning Administrator.
Students are welcome to bring a vegetarian packed lunch to the museum, provided this is arranged in advance. If you do arrange to eat lunch with us, we ask that teachers ensure that rooms are left clean and tidy after use.
The museum has a Kosher café which can provide lunch if booked in advance. When booking your visit you can arrange for your students to bring their own vegetarian packed lunch and we will endeavor to provide a lunch space for them. Please discuss this with the Administrator when you make your booking. Limitations depend on dates and which workshops you are interested in.
Morning workshops run 10am - 12pm
Afternoon workshops run 12.30 - 2.30pm
Please speak to the Learning Administrator to discuss the possibility of flexible start and end times of workshops.
You should allow two hours for a half-day workshop, although it is possible to vary this depending on your requirements.
If you need any other items, we will advise you before your visit.
Yes - you can take photographs around the museum, but please no flash photography in the museum galleries.
Yes. Please be aware that we are unable to seat a large group as the café is used by the public.
Yes. There is a range of pocket money priced items and we suggest that it is best to send small groups of students to the shop during lunchtime or after the workshop. Please note that the museum shop will close early on Fridays for Shabbat.
Please read the policy document below.
For further information on all learning activities at the Jewish Museum please call +44 (0)20 7284 7384
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"When one door of happiness closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one which has opened for us."
— Helen Keller
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A Pap smear and screening for sexually transmitted infections may be the most important health care practice for a sexually active woman. Chlamydia and gonorrhea are totally curable, can occur without symptoms and can cause long-term problems, including infertility, if untreated. Cervical cancer is also, essentially, totally curable if caught early and is the most common form of cancer in young women. I recently read that the Pap smear, by detecting potentially cancerous changes in their early stages, saves 20,000 lives a year in the US. We are currently instituting new national guidelines for Pap smear screening that are based on long-term research. We recommend annual Pap smears starting three years after the onset of sexual activity, or by the age of 21.
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A drug widely used to treat genital herpes has been shown to prevent its spread as well. The drug may offer a new way of curbing the infection. A study released in September found that people who have herpes simplex virus type 2, cut in half the risk of passing the infection to others by taking a once-daily Valtrex pill. It is not yet known if the pill is more effective than using condoms to halt communication of the disease.
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The primary (first) outbreak of herpes simplex virus II (HSV II) is usually the most painful and widespread. It is also the primary outbreak that can most damage the nervous system of the fetus/newborn. For this reason, the woman who has had HSV II for some time before her pregnancy began is in a better position to have a healthy child than the woman who contracts the virus during the pregnancy. Fifty percent of women who have a primary outbreak in the first trimester miscarry.
Only about 1 in 5,500 babies gets neonatal herpes, even though the virus is widespread in the adult population. Neonatal herpes is not a reportable disease in most countries, so there are no hard statistics on the exact number of newborns affected. However, most researchers estimate there are between 1,000 and 3,000 cases a year in the US out of a total of four million births. To put this in greater perspective, an estimated 20 to 25 percent of pregnant women have genital herpes, while less than 0.1 percent of babies contract an infection. Although remarkably rare in newborns, herpes outbreaks can cause severe damage to those who are infected with the virus.
Transmission rates to the baby are lowest for women who acquire herpes before pregnancy. One study (Randolph, JAMA, 1993) places the risk at about 0.04 percent for such women, who then have no signs or symptoms of an outbreak at delivery. The chances of transmission are highest when a woman acquires genital herpes late in pregnancy. With monogamous partners, this is a very rare occurrence.
Medical practitioners are concerned about release of the membranes for longer than four hours when a woman has a herpes outbreak. Great care must be taken not to release the membranes. The speculum exam should be the only pelvic exam. Internal scalp monitors must not be inserted, as this can infect the child through the scalp puncture.
Dangers to the baby who develops herpes include death (60 percent mortality rate), herpes encephalitis or aseptic meningitis (inflammation of the brain or spinal cord), which, in turn, leads to neurological damage. The first symptom of disease in the newborn may be a sore on the skin, which can be tested with a fluorescent stain to diagnose it as a herpes lesion. If left to develop into full-blown herpes, it can cause the baby's death, brain damage or blindness. Early treatment is imperative if there is a suspicion that a baby might have a herpes skin eruption. Premature or otherwise compromised babies are at greater risk when a woman has a recurrent outbreak of HSV II.
— Gloria Lemay
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Q: I'm looking for information on giving birth again with an existing rectocele. I want to have more children and have read that it's pointless to have surgery on a rectocele if you're planning to have more children. Are you aware of any articles, books or information from midwives who have had clients give birth with this condition? I'd really like to hear from other women who have continued on with childbearing in spite of this condition. Or maybe some midwives who've had some clients with many children who are continuing to have more children.
I've had eight children. My first was born in the hospital and I had a terrible tear (all the way through to the rectum). I'm thinking that's when the damage was done. I've had one more in the hospital and six at home, all vaginal deliveries. Now I have a rectocele.
— Jennifer
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Q: I wonder if anyone knows of a scientific study, research or has anecdotal information or theories on the physiology behind women who live in close quarters or are close to one another menstruating together. We all know of times we have had our menses arrive early or late, to find that it was influenced by another woman's cycle. A friend asked me if two women were sleeping on either side of a wall (e.g. in an apartment complex) and didn't know each other, would their menstrual cycles synchronize? So, part of the question is, is it entirely hormonal or do the women need to have a close bond, personally on an emotional, social or spiritual level? I look forward to hearing some input.
— Molly
A: According to "Mother Nature: A History of Mothers, Infants, and Natural Selection" by anthropologist and primatologist Sara Blaffer Hrdy, the exposure to the scent of another woman's underarms causes women's cycles to be similar. Therefore women who live in close quarters tend to have cycles that are very much the same but women who sleep on separate sides of the same wall may not. Of course, women who are taking birth control that alters the natural hormonal release find that exposure to another woman's underarms would in most cases not cause their cycles to regulate.
— Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE
A: This is known as the "McClintock Effect." Here is a link to a PDF of the study done in 1971: http://www.nature.com/nature/journal/v229/n5282/abs/229244a0.html
I think some people have tried to discredit it, but any woman who has lived in a dorm or commune or with a bunch of other women for any reason will tell you it's true.
— Willa Grant
Q: When my daughter's pregnancy was first confirmed she was happy, eating well and putting on a pound a week. She was given prenatal vitamin supplements and a week after she started taking them she began to get violently ill. She couldn't tolerate even the smell of toast, had vomiting and diarrhea and was living on baby food, as that was all she could keep down.
She had to be taken to emergency as she was so weak and dehydrated, even though she had tried very hard to drink plenty of water. She had to be put on a drip for fluids and couldn't even walk as she was so malnourished. She initially had put on 10 pounds, which she lost in a couple of weeks. Because she is a very petite girl she couldn't afford to lose much more. I really thought she was going to die. She lives in US, so I could talk to her through Skype and I felt useless to help her.
They told her that she had a condition—hyperemesis gravidarum (HG)—that affects some pregnant women and causes this type of thing. I suggested maybe she shouldn't take the supplements, as I had heard that certain things like iron that aren't slow release can make you sick. At first she was worried about stopping them, as she thought that her baby was going to suffer. She was so desperate she thought she would try it, and within a few days she was back to her old self again. Even though she was very small she had always been a good healthy eater.
When she finally got an appointment with a doctor, she was given three other samples to try and each time she took one she was very sick. I've spoken to many doctors and they think it is a coincidence. I think not! She has stopped taking them all together and has regained her weight and is fine. I have researched about supplements and they all can cause problems and all the professionals say that you don't need these if you eat a healthy diet which she always has done.
Have other women out there been sensitive to these supplements? I hope that this information may help someone out there who encounters a similar problem.
— Teresa
A: Even when I am not pregnant, regular chemical-based daily vitamins make me sick! There are companies that make really good, food-based vitamins, prenatal and regular daily. The daily dose for the prenatals I take is six a day. They are loaded [with] good things, all real food-based so they can be absorbed easily. The ones I take have ginger in them, which stopped my morning sickness in its tracks. On a side note, I can't eat foods that are heavily fortified either; they also make me sick to my stomach. (Like diet drinks, and heavily fortified bag cereal.) Talk to someone who works in the supplement section of your local health food store; they [may offer] a wealth of information.
— Tamara
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Neonatal herpes is when a baby develops symptoms of herpes infection before birth or within the first six weeks of life. It may occur when the baby is still in the womb (intrauterine infection) (less than 5%), during delivery (85%) or after delivery (less than 15%). The estimated rate of neonatal herpes is one case in 2000–5000 deliveries a year, resulting in approximately 1500 to 2200 infants with the disease each year in the US.
Forty percent of neonatal herpes is confined to the skin, eye and mouth (SEM). The brain is involved (encephalitis) in 35% of cases, with or without skin lesions. The poorest outcome is for the 25% of neonates who present with widespread (disseminated) disease, involving the lungs, liver, adrenal glands, skin, eye and mouth. Sixty percent to 75% of these infants also have encephalitis and more than 20% do not have skin lesions.
— http://www.herpesguide.ca/facts/neonatal_herpes.html
My name is Zach Marion and I work at Video Arts Studios in Fargo, North Dakota. We produced the series House of Babies for the Discovery Health Network. Under the guidance of master midwife, Sheri Daniels, at the Miami Maternity Center, the show follows couples during their pregnancy and ends with the delivery of their baby. It was very instrumental in raising awareness about non-clinical birthing practices on a national level.
Recently we have been approached to create a one-hour special on unique birthing practices worldwide. We are looking for families who would like to share their story on camera from pregnancy to delivery. Ideal candidates are expecting mothers due in or around early January who are planning to give birth outside of a clinic or birth center. This includes homebirths and beyond. The point of the show is to raise awareness about alternative birthing options with the help of a midwife in the US. Hopefully, the special will create a healthy dialogue among midwives, doctors, parents-to-be and the general public. Stories that are of particular interest are those that include interesting traditions during pregnancy and unique backdrops during delivery. For example, a Hindu family who want to deliver outside, or a family of hippies who are pursuing a homebirth in a tent.
As you can imagine, access is usually the greatest struggle. Families should be aware that our presence at the birth goes nearly unnoticed. We learned to be unobtrusive through experience gained while producing 26 episodes of House of Babies.
Do any clients spring to mind who might want to be a part of this project? I would greatly appreciate any and all contact leads. Feel free to contact me by phone with inquiries or information. I am available during weekdays between 8:00 and 5:00 CST. Thank you for your time.
— Zach Marion
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I've enclosed some information that hopefully may spark an interest in doing a follow-up article.
Thank you again for your work.
— Luigi DiRubba, DC, FICA
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SKIPPER Michael Klinger ended his wait for a first century of the season in spectacular style by leading Gloucestershire to a superb nine-wicket victory over Leicestershire in the County Championship yesterday.
The Australian has struggled to replicate last season's sparkling form having only scored over 50 once previously, but he was presented with the kind of situation he relishes when Leicestershire captain Ramnaresh Sarwan made a risky declaration, setting the visitors 251 to win from 39 overs at Grace Road.
He led the way in typical fashion, scoring 129 not out off 124 balls and sharing an unbroken second wicket partnership of 148 with Benny Howell, who hit an unbeaten 78 from 59 deliveries and smashed a six to win the game with eight balls to spare off Jagir Naik.
Klinger also put on 107 with Alex Gidman (37), who was promoted to the top of the order due to injuries to Chris Dent and Will Tavare as Gloucestershire leaped up to third in the Division Two table.
Leicestershire resumed their second innings on 12-0 after no play was possible on the third day due to rain and Angus Robson hit 96 in their 241-5.
Over the first two days Will Gidman, who continues to be overlooked by England selectors despite his outstanding form, took 5-46 and scored an unbeaten 52, while Geraint Jones smashed 93 off 75 balls as Gloucestershire finished nine runs short of Leicestershire's 269 in the first innings.
Gloucestershire face a double header in the NatWest T20 Blast this weekend as they play Sussex at Hove on Friday before taking on Glamorgan at Bristol on Sunday (2.30pm).
The busy schedule continues with a home four-day game against Surrey starting on Monday.