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A Study to Determine How and Why HIV-Infected Subjects on Anti-viral Treatment Develop Lipodystrophy
This study has been completed.
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
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First received: August 25, 2000
Last updated: March 1, 2010
Last verified: March 2010
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HIV infection is a major global health problem. Survival and quality of life for HIV subjects has tremendously improved with the advent of a class of antivirals called protease inhibitors and the utilization of highly active combination therapy. However, such therapy has been associated with a syndrome called lipodystrophy. This lipodystrophy syndrome causes body shape changes; typically thinning and loss of fat from the arms, legs and face, with increased fat appearing in the abdomen and neck. There are also metabolic changes which occur, and subjects can develop increased triglycerides, increased cholesterol and an increased risk for diabetes as indicated by increasing insulin resistance. This study will take HIV positive subjects who have not yet started antiviral medications (treatment naive)and randomly assign them to one of two treatment arms. These treatment arms will be: Sustiva/Zerit/Epivir vs. Viracept/Zerit/Epivir The subjects will be treated and followed for two years and have extensive metabolic testing, skinfold thickness measurements, MRI scans and other measures to determine if and how they are experiencing changes in metabolism or body shape and to discover the mechanism of why this occurs. Understanding the mechanism should allow researchers to design interventions for subjects who have lipodystrophy and strategies to prevent lipodystrophy from occurring to subjects treated with antivirals in the future.
|HIV Infections Lipodystrophy
|Drug: Nelfinavir mesylate Drug: Stavudine Drug: Lamivudine Drug: Efavirenz
|Phase 4
|Study Type:
|Study Design:
|Masking: Double
Primary Purpose: Diagnostic
|Official Title:
|The Study of Mechanisms of Lipodystrophy in HIV-Infected Patients
Resource links provided by NLM:
MedlinePlus related topics: HIV/AIDSU.S. FDA Resources
Further study details as provided by National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK):
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years to 70 Years (Adult, Senior)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- CD4 count > 200 cells/mm
- HIV RNA (viral load) <= 100,000 copies/ml
- No previous antiviral therapy
Exclusion Criteria:
- AIDS or opportunistic infections
- Active intravenous drug users
- Use of: corticosteroids, androgens, lipid-lowering drugs, anti-fungal medications, oxandrolone, megace, dehydroepiandrosterone.
- Subjects with diabetes mellitus
- Subjects who consume > 2 alcoholic drinks per day
- Pregnant women, premenopausal women unless adequate birth control is in use.
- Acute or chronic liver diseases, liver enzymes elevations > 2.5 times the upper limit of normal.
- Anemia, an Hct < 35% for men, or < 32% for women.
- Abnormal thyroid function tests.
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Choosing to participate in a study is an important personal decision. Talk with your doctor and family members or friends about deciding to join a study. To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the Contacts provided below. For general information, see Learn About Clinical Studies.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT00006190
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT00006190
|United States, Texas
|UT Southwestern Medical Center
|Dallas, Texas, United States, 75390-9103
Sponsors and Collaborators
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
|Principal Investigator:
|Dr. Abhimanyu Garg
|UT Southwestern Medical Center
|Dr. Dolores Peterson
|UT Southwestern Medical Center
|Dr. Ruth Berggren
|UT Southwestern Medical Center
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Keywords provided by National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK):
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
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Hengel RL, Watts NB, Lennox JL. Benign symmetric lipomatosis associated with protease inhibitors. Lancet. 1997 Nov 29;350(9091):1596.
Carr A, Samaras K, Burton S, Law M, Freund J, Chisholm DJ, Cooper DA. A syndrome of peripheral lipodystrophy, hyperlipidaemia and insulin resistance in patients receiving HIV protease inhibitors. AIDS. 1998 May 7;12(7):F51-8.
Shaw AJ, McLean KA, Evans BA. Disorders of fat distribution in HIV infection. Int J STD AIDS. 1998 Oct;9(10):595-9.
Kotler DP, Rosenbaum K, Wang J, Pierson RN. Studies of body composition and fat distribution in HIV-infected and control subjects. J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr Hum Retrovirol. 1999 Mar 1;20(3):228-37.
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT00006190 History of Changes
|Other Study ID Numbers:
lipod (completed)
R01DK056583-01 ( U.S. NIH Grant/Contract )
|Study First Received:
|August 25, 2000
|Last Updated:
|March 1, 2010
Keywords provided by National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK):
Insulin resistance
Adipose tissue
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
HIV Infections
Lentivirus Infections
Retroviridae Infections
RNA Virus Infections
Virus Diseases
Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Viral
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Immunologic Deficiency Syndromes
Immune System Diseases
Skin Diseases, Metabolic
Skin Diseases
Lipid Metabolism Disorders
Metabolic Diseases
Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors
Nucleic Acid Synthesis Inhibitors
Enzyme Inhibitors
Molecular Mechanisms of Pharmacological Action
Anti-Retroviral Agents
Antiviral Agents
Anti-Infective Agents
Anti-HIV Agents
Cytochrome P-450 CYP2C9 Inhibitors
Cytochrome P-450 Enzyme Inhibitors
Cytochrome P-450 CYP2C19 Inhibitors
Cytochrome P-450 CYP2B6 Inducers
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Sennheiser PXC 450 noise cancelling headphones
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TWIN brothers are set to take part in a 10k run after their father was diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer.
John and Anthony Hacking, 16, decided to sign up for the Manchester event, with their friend Danny Cunliffe, to try and raise the spirits of 65-year-old John Hacking after he was given the devastating news.
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Low Level Laser (LED) Use to Increase Dental Implant Stability and Post Operative Analgesia
Recruitment status was: Not yet recruiting
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Study hypothesis: Low level laser (LED) will reduce initial bone resorption and improve primary stability of dental implant. It will also reduces post operative pain compared to patient without treatment
Implant osseointegration depends on many factors including biocompatibility of implant materials, design, surface, surgical access, patient conditions, biomechanical status, and lack of primary stability.
Several in vivo and in vitro studies showed the healing effect of low level laser therapy (LLLT) on bone by decreasing the initial bone resorption postoperatively and increasing the primary stability of the implant. It has also shown to have an analgesic effect intraorally when used post intraoral surgical procedures. The exact mechanism is unclear despite the fact that many hypothesis has been proposed.
In our study, our goal is to present, in a randomized standardized clinical trial, the effect of LLLT on post operative implant stability assessed by resonance frequency analysis (RFA). We will assess the subjective measures of postoperative pain using visual analog scale (VAS).
|Implant Analgesia
|Device: OsseoPulse device (Light emitting diode technology)
|Study Type:
|Study Design:
|Allocation: Randomized
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: None (Open Label)
Primary Purpose: Treatment
|Official Title:
|Role of Light Emitting Diode on Implant Stability, Bone Resorption and Analgesia Post Dental Implant Placement
- Implant stability [ Time Frame: Immediately post-op, 1, 2, 4, and 8 weeks ]Implant stability and bone quality will be assessed via RFA technology using Ostelle device (Resonance Frequency Analysis technology)
- Post-op analgesics [ Time Frame: Every 3 hours the day of the surgery post-op, then every morning, and at bed time for the following 7 days ]Analgesia will be assessed using a combination of VAS and categorical scale. Patient will fill a pre-printed form with the modified VAS every 3 hours at the day of surgery, and every morning and at night for 7 days. Pt. will also reports the time and the dose of analgesics they are taking post operatively to control pain in that form. Patients will submit all the data to the surgeons at the 1-week follow-up appointment
|Estimated Enrollment:
|Study Start Date:
|April 2010
|Estimated Study Completion Date:
|October 2010
|Estimated Primary Completion Date:
|August 2010 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
|Assigned Interventions
Active Comparator: LED application
Patients in this group will be given the LED device and will be instructed on how and when to use it. They will receive LED treatment to the surgical site preoperatively by the surgeon for 20 minutes. Then, patients in this group will apply LED at home to the surgical site postoperatively at the day of surgery and for the following 9 postoperative days.
Device: OsseoPulse device (Light emitting diode technology)
Patients in this group will be given the LED device and will be instructed on how and when to use it. They will receive LED treatment to the surgical site preoperatively by the surgeon for 20 minutes. Then, patients in this group will apply LED at home to the surgical site postoperatively at the day of surgery and for the following 9 postoperative days.
Other Name: Device by Biolux Lic# 77929 (Approved by Health Canada)
No Intervention: No LED application
These patients will receive conventional dental implant treatment without the application of the LED therapy.
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|Child, Adult, Senior
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- 1) English speaking
Exclusion Criteria:
- 1) Systemic factors: Diabetes, systemic immune disease, smoking (non-smoking is not absolute, but preferable.)
- 2) Local factors: No immediate implants, No grafting to the site, No other implants at separate location in the mouth around the same treatment period.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01097499
|Contact: Mahdi Ghuloom, DDS
|Canada, Ontario
|Mount Sinai Hospital
|Not yet recruiting
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|Principal Investigator: Cameron Clokie, DDS, FRCS
|Sub-Investigator: Mahdi Ghuloom, DDS
|Study Director:
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|University of Toronto/Mount Sinai Hospital
|Responsible Party:
|Dr. Mahdi Ghuloom, University of Toronto
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT01097499 History of Changes
|Other Study ID Numbers:
|Study First Received:
|March 31, 2010
|Last Updated:
|March 31, 2010
Keywords provided by Mount Sinai Hospital, Canada:
Dental implant initial stability
Initial bone resorption post implant placement
Analgesia effect of LED intervention
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Bone Resorption
Perceptual Disorders
Neurobehavioral Manifestations
Neurologic Manifestations
Nervous System Diseases
Signs and Symptoms
Bone Diseases
Musculoskeletal Diseases
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While taking refuge in a secluded park on Wednesday to re-energize and refocus, I watched two really fat pigs meander by. After freaking a little bit, I realized that there were no actual fat pigs. Apparently, they were figments of my healthy imagination, a true sign that the moments alone were a wise decision.
Then it dawned on me to respect the imaginary fat pigs, for they were sending a message on the more cautious tone I had struck on the market on Tuesday. In all honesty, the only reason I did not suggest locking in recent gains is that there was a feeling that the political circus on display at the White House on Wednesday would reawaken stocks, which had begun the week on a sour note. Hey, what fun is selling into weakness if it's not completely necessary yet?
Ah, but wait, there is a catch. There is no need to be a #FATPIG (use this on Twitter, thanks), which is what happens when you hang on to a winning hand too long amid mounting evidence that profit-taking would be the better course of action. After some intense soul-searching, I suggest cashing in the winnings that have begun to accumulate from the holiday-infused week. Here is why:
For now, the market is in this zone where it responds favorably to any encouraging news on the fiscal cliff. The market has not been forced to call politicians' bluff, since there is an entire month wide open to get a deal done. What I am growing concerned about is the inevitable point where the market votes that it lacks faith in the political process. That would leave stocks susceptible to two significant headline risks: commentary that fiscal cliff progress is being ignored (stocks go lower), and no progress is delivered (stocks also go lower).
I have been reading a ton of fun stats on the market's historical seasonality for December. Here is a simple one, compliments of Bespoke: Since 1928, in the month of December, he S&P 500 has averaged a gain of 1.46%, with an increase roughly a single point higher in years when the market is up year to date going into the month. My sixth sense is that the daily digestion of these types of stats is keeping investors hanging on to stocks, hoping and praying for a seasonality effect into a month that is anything but historically normal.
My longtime friend and veteran Washington policy analyst for KBW, Brian Gardner, has noted, "According to IRS data, there was a 50% increase in the number of tax returns claiming income between $200k-$500k from 2000-2009." This implies a direct, immediate hit to an integral part of the economy that, in my view, many in the market have absolutely failed to factor into their fancy models (bring up that discount rate, baby!) and the general public neglects to understand this until the day of reckoning arrives. Was this factored into stock valuations prior to the Turkey Day rally? I reckon no, but it should circle back into focus as the market picks apart commentary to a stronger degree in early December.
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- The Federal Reserve's beige book was initially embraced by the market, since it demonstrated that "growth improved despite fiscal cliff nervousness." Nervousness in November is vastly different from fear in December, and tepid growth could certainly turn to stalled growth before we enter the final stages of fiscal cliff details (and then who knows upon implementation of policy...).
- I'm not a fan of how homebuilders (DR Horton (DRI), Hovnanian (HOV)), derivatives of the housing recovery (Sherwin-Williams (SHW)) and financials (JPMorgan (JPM), Wells Fargo (WFC)) are trading. It's almost as if these key names, levered to the fortunes of a sector that has returned to being a GDP contributor, are playing with our emotions, when in truth, they want to move down.


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SAUGERTIES, N.Y. - Police drilled Wednesday at L.M. Cahill Elementary School in a simulation of an "active shooter" scenario.
Cops cordoned off the main entrance and took turns storming the front doors with assault rifles, while inside approximately 50 volunteers portrayed innocent bystanders.
Schools are closed this week for the holidays.
Saugerties Police Chief Joseph Sinagra coordinated the drill.
"The information that we're gathering today is going to help us in the future with our response to these types of incidents," Sinagra said. "We'll be able to find out shortcomings through this exercise, and we'll be able to address those."
Each of the 36 local officers participated in the event. They were equipped with military-grade mock weapons, rigged with electronic monitoring sensors to track everyone's movements and activities inside the building. A local business provided the gear.
Three of the scenarios practiced were single gunman, multiple gunman, and gunman murder-suicide.
"The officers have to be mentally prepared, and be trained well enough, so that when they encounter the shooter, they react responsibly and they act correctly," Sinagra said.
"This is where we want to make mistakes, in a controlled training environment," Sinagra noted. "Later on, when something really does happen, that we appropriately respond to it."
No federal funding was spent for Wednesday's exercise, Sinagra said. "We're limited with our training budget, as to how much training we can do in this area, but I can assure the people of Saugerties that we spend our dollars wisely and we put it towards this type of training," he said. "It's extremely important that we protect our children and protect our community."


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The feature-length documentary film ADDICTION is the centerpiece of the Addiction project. Bringing together the nation's leading experts with award- winning filmmakers, it consists of nine separate segments, including: "Saturday Night in a Dallas ER," by Jon Alpert; "A Mother's Desperation," by Susan Froemke and Albert Maysles; "The Science of Relapse," by Eugene Jarecki and Susan Froemke; "The Adolescent Addict," by Kate Davis and David Heilbroner; "Brain Imaging," by Liz Garbus and Rory Kennedy; "Opiate Addiction: A New Medication," by D.A. Pennebaker and Chris Hegedus; "Topiramate: A Clinical Trial for Alcoholism," by Alan and Susan Raymond; "Steamfitters Local Union 638," by Barbara Kopple; and "Insurance Woes," by Susan Froemke. ADDICTION is produced by John Hoffman and Susan Froemke; executive produced by Sheila Nevins.
Directed by Jon Alpert
At Parkland Memorial Hospital, there are over 30,000 injury-related visits to the emergency room every year - nearly half of which involve drugs or alcohol.
Directed by Susan Froemke and Albert Maysles
In Pittsburgh, a middle-age woman turns to police as a last resort to save her 23-year-old daughter Aubrey.
Directed by Eugene Jarecki and Susan Froemke
Researchers enlist addicts to participate in a study investigating the brain's response to drug cues.
Directed by Kate Davis and David Heilbroner
At 10, Dylan's biological father left his family. Now 15, Dylan has a drug problem.
Directed by Liz Garbus and Produced by Rory Kennedy
The ability to look inside the brain through electronic imaging has yielded many advances in the study of addiction.
Directed by Chris Hegedus and D.A. Pennebaker
In the '60s, methadone was found to be successful in treating addiction to opiates like heroin. More recently, buprenorphine has taken the treatment one step further.
Directed by Alan Raymond and Produced by Susan Raymond
An estimated 17 million Americans suffer from alcohol- use disorders, but only 13% are being treated with medication proven to be effective.
Directed by Barbara Kopple
For years, Don Perks had a reputation as one of the steamfitter union's hardest workers - and one of its biggest drinkers. After a series of close calls, Don finally turned his life around, and decided to help other union members with drinking problems.
Among the most troubling issues facing addicts and their families today is that of insurance: many insurance policies for individuals and companies simply don't cover long-term treatment of drug addiction.
Directed by Liz Garbus
In an informal therapy group, Dr. Nora D. Volkow, Director of NIDA, discusses addiction as a brain disease with addicts and family members.
What leads to relapse? Why is drug addiction a chronic, relapsing disease? Experts explain that relapse is not the failure of treatment but part of the disorder.
Addiction can be difficult for both the addict and their family members. What can be even more difficult is finding the right treatment for an individual. What is treatment? How do you know how to choose the right program?
Directed by Kate Davis and David Heilbroner
The adolescent brain is not fully developed, making a young person extremely vulnerable to drug and alcohol addiction. Co-occurring disorders such as anxiety or depression are typically present with adolescent addicts.
Dr. Nora Volkow addresses a wide range of issues in this program such as: addiction as a brain disease; the stigma associated with addiction; the adolescent addict; relapse; and the effectiveness of combining behavioral therapies with medication.
Dr. Mark L. Willenbring discusses the different factors that can lead to alcoholism, including genetics and psychiatric disorders.
Dr. Michael L. Dennis is an expert on the treatment of adolescents with drug and alcohol problems. In this program, he discusses the vulnerability of an adolescent's brain and the prevalence of co- occurring disorders in teen addiction.
Dr. Kathleen T. Brady discusses how underlying disorders like anxiety, depression or trauma can lead to addiction or relapse.
Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT) is a gentle and effective method for helping families guide addicted loved ones into treatment.
No medical treatment currently exists for stimulant addiction, which include methamphetamine and cocaine. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is considered the most effective treatment for stimulant addiction.
Directed by Chris Hegedus and D.A Pennebaker
Scott Farnum, Administrator, Acadia Hospital in Bangor, Maine, discusses the different types of opioids and their effects on the brain.
Directed by Joe Berlinger
Drug Courts are an alternative to incarcerating repeat, non-violent drug felons. In lieu of jail, addicts are mandated to receive comprehensive treatment, which often reduces relapses and re-arrests
The story of one mother's attempt to rescue her daughter from her heroin addiction -a more complete telling of the story introduced in the centerpiece show, Addiction.
Directed by Michael Cain and Matt Radecki
A striking video diary of Rick Kirkham, a successful 48-year old television journalist who gets introduced to drugs and later becomes addicted to crack cocaine.
Directed and Produced by Paul Perrier
Opens a disturbing window on the life of Lisa, a 37-year-old crack-cocaine addict and estranged mother of one who prostitutes herself to fuel her costly drug habit.
Directed by Eames Yates
Paints a broad, harrowing picture of the meth problem in Montana, which ranks second in the nation for teenage and adult abuse of the drug.
Directed by Marilyn Braverman and Produced by Chuck Braverman
Chronicles 33-year-old Tommy Lennon's decade long struggle with the dual challenge of drug addiction and mental illness, conditions possibly triggered by a head injury he suffered while surfing at age 17.
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Read about the subjects featured in the film, and how they're doing today.
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I was just wondering if anyone knows anything about, or has had any experience with Oasis of Hope in Mexico? My Mom is interested in alternative therapies. I have read several books that reccomend them for alternative treatments, but don't know anyone with first hand experience.
She is taking several supplements and following the diet in Patrick Quillians "Beating Cancer With Nutrition". After 3 mo. of chemo and supplements she has had a 1.5cm reduction in tumor size, but she is begining to have a hard time tolerating the chemo. (terrible mouth sores and Hand-foot syndrome)
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What Chapter 9 Bankruptcy Means for Detroit
Detroit's Services Could Be Reduced, Its Union Contracts and Pensions Altered
Detroit filed for bankruptcy protection on Thursday under Chapter 9 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. Here is an explanation of what that means.
Q: What is Chapter 9?
A: Chapter 9 is a bankruptcy-protection filing specifically for municipalities so they can develop and negotiate a plan to adjust their debts, according to the U.S. Courts website. A municipality can't file for Chapter 9 relief unless the state permits the filing. Detroit's emergency manager, Kevyn Orr, recommended bankruptcy, and Michigan Gov. Richard Snyder authorized the filing.
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John Kerry, Joe Biden and Barack Hussein Obama attacked Mitt Romney and defended the Russians at the DNC Convention in Charlotte. Now you all understand how Obama is winning the war on terror? He is making deals with our enemies and they allow him to make gains in terrorism that George Bush was not allowed. General Patton must be rolling over in his grave from these Communist bastards that would rather side with the enemy than a Republican.
The Democrats did the same to George Bush by attacking him while defending Al Qaeda terrorists. The Democrats gave Constitutional rights to non-American terrorists from foreign lands that are plotting to kill Americans. Democrat treason knows no boundaries when it comes to undermining wars, US Troops or Republicans.
Several months ago, Mitt Romney said Russia is the greatest Geo-political threat to the USA. Not Iran, not, Al Qaeda, not North Korea and not China. Why did he say this? Romney said this, because he knows that Russia is still at war with the USA via their proxies Iran, North Korea and Al Qaeda.
I give Romney credit for speaking the truth about Russia considering that not many politicians would go there. People seem to forget that this entire conflict between Israel and Iran is because of the nuclear plant that the Russians built for Iran.
Russia and China's actions in the UN are also emboldening mortal enemies of the USA. Russia is the big brother protecting the little loud mouth brother called IRAN.
Oh, did everyone ever notice that all of the Muslim terrorists seem to have RUSSIAN made weapons? Gee, that is a coincidence.
George Bush wanted to add Georgia and the Ukraine to NATO, but the 9/11 attacks seemed to change that strategy really fast. Eleven years later and still Georgia and the Ukraine have not been added to NATO, because the Russians have said it was a National Security issue (hinting that it would mean war).
Last night, Obama said that he is ending the wars. How do you just end wars? Obama obviously made deals with our enemies to end the wars. There are over one billion Muslims, Al Qaeda has not been defeated just because their 'figurehead' Bin Laden was killed. The USA's surrender to Socialism is what has ended the wars.
If George Bush killed Bin Laden, the American Leftists would have demanded that he be arrested for war crimes, but not Obama. If George Bush killed terrorists with drones like Obama does the American Leftists would have dragged Bush outside of the White House and hung him on a tree. Nobody dares to speak about and expose this hypocrisy, but me.


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PALM BEACH COUNTY - Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control is in need of donations of hay and shavings for the 13 horses rescued last month.
The horses are currently consuming 30 bales of hay every four days.
The shelter is asking for bales of TNA hay (Timothy and alfalfa mix) and any brand of shavings.
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Blue Jays to rely more on Cecil, Delabar in bullpen
TORONTO -- With Darren Oliver on the 15-day DL, the roles in the Blue Jays bullpen have changed for some of its younger hurlers.
Both Brett Cecil and Steve Delabar have seen a good share of work in the middle-to-late innings this season, but they will be relied on in more pressure situations with the veteran left-hander out with a sore shoulder.
"Darren was basically our eighth inning guy for the most part, so those guys will have to just slide up and fill that role," manager John Gibbons said.
It was a natural decision for Gibbons, who's been impressed with what he's seen from the duo thus far in the season, and he will likely use them based on the situation at hand.
"We'll see how it all stacks up," Gibbons said. "Delabar is good against righties and lefties. Cecil is a specialist, but he can get both.
"I think [Cecil] just found his niche. He really likes it in the bullpen ... . He's just doing a great job."
Even with Delabar and Cecil seemingly up to task -- both have logged a lot of innings and lead the team in ERA out of the bullpen (1.80 and 2.25, respectively) -- Oliver's loss is substantial.
"One less valuable guy down there," Gibbons said. "He's a good pitcher for us. Hopefully it's not too long."
Evan Peaslee is an associate reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Jeremy Tobey, 29, of North Platte was convicted Thursday of two counts of domestic assault and sentenced to a year and a half of probation.
Lincoln County Judge Michael Piccolo noted that the two crimes were committed with a short time frame, and involved two different women.
Piccolo sentenced Tobey to 18 months probation and ordered him to enter the Domestic Violence Intervention Program -- a series of therapy, counseling and anger management sessions.
Piccolo told Tobey that he cannot just attend the CVIP sessions, but he must actively participate.
Tobey's first assault charge came when his intimate partner reported they had argued and he grabbed her by the neck and threw her down.
The latest charge came after another intimate partner said they had argued and Tobey kicked her legs. Both women had visible injuries when officers contacted them, prosecutors said.
Defense Attorney Pat Hays told Piccolo that at the times of the assaults Tobey was having a problem with alcohol and other substances.
Hearing that, Piccolo added conditions to Tobey's probation -- no alcohol and not allowed to enter any business that sells alcohol as its main business product.
Also, Bernadette Jones, 31, of Lexington was convicted of a reduced charge of attempted possession of marijuana.
Jones was arrested May 11 on I-80 just east of the Hershey interchange by a state trooper during a traffic stop for speeding and no license plates. Jones consented to a search of her vehicle and the trooper found 0.8 pounds of marijuana in separate small bags.
She was originally charged with possession with intent to distribute. She paid 10% of a $10,000 bond and was released May 13.
In court Thursday, Jones asked for leniency. She said she was recently hired at Tyson Foods in Lexington and if she went to jail she would lose her job.
Defense attorney P. Stephen Potter asked for time before sentencing so Jones could arrange for work release if she is jailed.
Piccolo ordered a pre-sentence investigation to allow the court to consider some options. Piccolo warned Jones that even though her charge was reduced from a felony to a misdemeanor, he had to consider the original charge in sentencing and he must treat her like anyone else.
Piccolo told Jones to return July 18 for sentencing.
Jones served two days in jail and will get credit for them in her sentencing.
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|Barony of Endewearde
Gyronny of sixteen sable and Or, a tower argent charged with a laurel wreath vert, all within an orle argent
The Barony of Endewearde is located geographically in the center of the East Kingdom. In terms of land, it is the largest branch within the East Kingdom, covering about two thirds of the State of Maine. It is bordered by Malagentia, Smithwick, Lyndhaven, Stonemarche, and the Atlantic Ocean.
Meaning: "End of the Ward." When Endewearde was established, the shire was on the north eastern boundary of the East Kingdom. Today, Endewearde is the geographic center of the East Kingdom. It is often lovingly referenced as the "End of the World" by its residents.
Established: After several years as an "incipient" shire, Endewearde was formally established as a shire in November 1987. In January 2012, Endewearde was declared a barony by approval of the BOD. The founding Baron and Baroness are Ane' and Sylvia du Vey.
Blazon: Gyronny of sixteen sable and Or, a tower argent charged with a laurel wreath vert, all within an orle argent
Heraldic officer's title: Endewearde Pursuivant
Newsletter: The Northern Watch
Fencing Unit(s): North Guard, Jehan's Fencibles
Archery Company: North Tower Archery Company
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Cassadee Pope Reveals 'Frame by Frame' Track Listing
With a hot new single out and a forthcoming album, Cassadee Pope is on fire — and she's not slowing down. The Season 3 winner of 'The Voice' just revealed her 'Frame by Frame' track listing, and if you can judge an album by the song titles and collaborators, Pope is set up for success.
Standout names on the songstress' debut include Max Martin, Shellback, Hillary Lindsey and Nathan Chapman. Among many other accolades, Martin and Shellback penned 'I Knew You Were Trouble' with superstar Taylor Swift, while Lindsey co-wrote numerous tracks on Carrie Underwood's most recent album, 'Blown Away, including 'Two Black Cadillacs' and her former hit, 'Jesus Take the Wheel.' As many country music fans know, Chapman is the person to go to if you want a quality record produced, having worked with artists such as Swift, Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban, the Band Perry and others.
Pope is deeply excited about her forthcoming 11-track album, saying, "I'm so grateful to the fans and country radio for the amazing reaction to 'Wasting All These Tears. So, to countdown the release of my new album, I want to give my fans another exclusive track to check out called 'You Hear A Song.' I can't wait to hear their thoughts."
Pope co-wrote a few of the songs on the album, including 'Everybody Sings,' 'You Hear a Song,' 'This Car,' '11' and 'Proved You Wrong.'
As the singer indicated, she will offer an advance preview of new tracks, beginning Tuesday (Aug. 13) with the inspiring 'You Hear a Song,' available here. Pope is ever interactive with fans, letting them pick the cover art for her album and sharing with them directly which song they'll get a taste of next on iTunes through her Instagram.
So far, Pope has seen an overwhelming response to her new material. 'Wasting All These Tears' has already sold over 230,000 downloads, catapulting into the No. 1 spot on the iTunes Top Country Songs chart.
She certainly learned a lot under the tutelage of Shelton on 'The Voice,' and Pope's talent, powerhouse vocals and tenacious work ethic will give way to an exciting, highly-anticipated record that has soaring melodies, edgy lyrics, and tremendous talent behind it.
Cassadee Pope, 'Frame by Frame' Track Listing:
1. 'Good Times'
2. 'Champagne'
3. 'Wasting All These Tears'
4. 'I Wish I Could Break Your Heart'
5. 'Everybody Sings'
6. 'You Hear a Song'
7. 'This Car'
8. 'One Song Away'
9. 'Easier to Lie'
10. '11'
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A 4-star Hotel set in an 18th-century building opposite the Roman Forum, Hotel Forum is located between the Coliseum and Piazza Venezia. The Roof Garden Restaurant serves Roman and international specialities, and its terrace offers unique views of the Eternal City. Rooms at Hotel Forum have an elegant design with luxurious fabrics, parquet floors, and comfortable beds.
All air-conditioned, they also feature a satellite TV, a minibar and a private bathroom with hairdryer. The stylish lobby features Persian rugs and wainscot panelling. The bar serves international cocktails. The Forum Hotel is next to the Church of Santi Quirico e Giulitta, and 500 metres from Colosseo Metro Station on line B. The surrounding neighbourhood, Monti, is full of lively wine bars, cafés and restaurants. We inform our guests that the rooms of our hotel have been recently renovated with precious furniture. We have also modified the breakfast that will be a rich and complete American buffet breakfast, served on the most suggestive terrace of Rome, with the view from the Colosseum to the Imperial Forum and from the Palatine to the Capitol.
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Poth going to state volleyball tournament for 13th time
Veteran Pirettes sweep Marion in Region IV-2A final.
Updated 8:59 pm, Saturday, November 12, 2011
Marion defenders raced far out of bounds twice to save a return, the spirited hustle generating momentum and wild cheers. The euphoria ended with a swift smash by Poth senior Jordan Kotara for yet another kill in the Region IV-2A volleyball final.
The Pirettes had an answer for everything the Bulldogs threw at them Saturday afternoon, roaring to a 25-15, 25-11, 25-17 victory at Littleton Gym.
Advancing to its 13th state tournament appearance proved to be just another day for Poth.
"They are a pretty experienced group," Pirettes coach Patti Zenner said. "They've been playing together for a long time, and we've played a lot of teams that have challenged us over the years. It's another day for them to step in and take care of things."
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Poth did that quickly, bringing wave after wave of strong play at the net.
Kotara led the Pirettes with 14 kills, two blocks and three aces. Avery Acker added nine kills and led the team with 15 assists. Jessica Dziuk led Poth with 15 assists.
The Bulldogs were also formidable at the net, but the Pirettes used a series of tips and well-placed hits to avoid Marion's defenders.
"We knew that they were going to have big blocks," said Kotara, who signed with UTSA. "We just had to use what holes there were and play smart offensively — and it ended up working well."
Poth dominated the second game, keeping Marion from scoring its 10th point until the Pirettes were a point away from victory.
The Bulldogs held a long and animated starters-only huddle on the court prior to the third game, which renewed the team's spirits.
After falling behind 8-1, Marion rallied to score five straight points and pull within two at 14-12 and eventually within 17-16. Zenner called time during the run and had a "few" words for her team.
"We kind of got into a little lull there," Zenner said. "We had to step back and remind ourselves that we had to take care of things. They weren't just going to lie down and fall over for us. We needed to take it and earn it."
Poth did so, closing with an 8-1 run to complete a three-game sweep and improve to 160-4 against Class 2A teams since 2002.
The Pirettes will try to rebound from their loss in last year's state final to White Oak. Poth won the state title in 2009.
The semifinals of the Class 2A tournament start Thursday afternoon at Texas State University's Strahan Coliseum in San Marcos.


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Conducting calls with the FRITZ!Box over another router
The FRITZ!Box can also be used to conduct calls if another router (for example an IAD) in the network establishes the Internet connection. With the FRITZ!Box you can
- use any Internet telephony provider from which you received login data for Internet telephone numbers. The Internet telephone numbers can either be from your provider or from a different Internet telephony provider.
- use the router's sockets for telephony devices, if your provider enabled them.
- conduct calls over an analog landline.
Important:Some of the settings described here are only displayed if the advanced view is enabled in the user interface. The configuration procedure and notes on functions given in this guide refer to the latest FRITZ!OS.
1 Configuring Internet telephone numbers
- Configure your Internet telephone numbers in the FRITZ!Box.
2 Entering a STUN server
- Click "Telephony" in the FRITZ!Box user interface.
- Click "Telephone Numbers" in the "Telephony" menu.
- Click the button (Edit) for the respective Internet telephone number.
- Check whether the field "STUN server" is shown under the fields for entering your account information.
- If the field is shown and empty, enter the address of your Internet telephony provider's STUN server and click "OK".
- If the field is not shown:
- Select "Other provider" from the drop-down list, even if you are using a pre-configured Internet telephony provider.
- Check whether the "STUN server" field is now shown.
- If the field is shown, enter the address of your Internet telephony provider's STUN server and click "OK".
- If the field is not shown, click "Cancel". The STUN server is preconfigured.
- If the field is not shown:
3 Setting up port forwarding for Internet telephony
Setting up automatic port forwarding
If you enable port forwarding in the FRITZ!Box, then the FRITZ!Box sends IP packets on a regular basis and the router's port forwarding automatically remains enabled:
- Click "Telephony" in the FRITZ!Box user interface.
- Click "Telephone Numbers" in the "Telephony" menu.
- Click on the "Line Settings" tab.
- Click on "Change connection settings" in the "Telephony connection" section.
- Enable the option "Keep port forwarding of the Internet router enabled for telephony".
- Select a suitable time interval. Select "30 seconds" if you do not know how long the router the FRITZ!Box is connected to maintains temporary port forwarding rules.
- Click "Apply" to save the settings.
Setting up static port forwarding
If the router does not support automatic port forwarding via the FRITZ!Box, set up static port forwarding for Internet telephony in the router:
Note:You can find information on configuring the router in its manual, or consult its manufacturer directly.
- From any UDP ports >= 1024 (for example 6078-6097) to ports 7078-7109 on the FRITZ!Box
- From UDP port 5060 to port 5060 on the FRITZ!Box
4 Configuring the FRITZ!Box for landline telephony
If the router is equipped with a socket for connecting telephony devices that has been enabled by your provider, connect the FRITZ!Box to the router as follows:
Note:You can also connect the FRITZ!Box to a landline, if one is available. You can find information on connecting it in the FRITZ!Box's manual.
Connecting the FRITZ!Box
- Plug the longer end of the DSL/telephone cable ("Y cable") included with delivery into the socket on the back of the FRITZ!Box labeled "DSL/TEL".
- Plug the black plug on the split end of the cable into a socket for analog devices. If the plug does not fit into the socket, refer to your provider for a suitable adapter.
Configuring a landline number
- Configure your landline number in the FRITZ!Box.
Now you can assign numbers to the telephony devices connected to the FRITZ!Box and use them for making and receiving calls.


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This recipe from Spar for the Spurtle finalist, Lanie Smith, was a big hit at our cook-off on August 10th. While Lanie did not win with this dish, everyone who tasted it was thoroughly impressed. Lanie resides in Topeka, Kansas and writes the blog The Vintage Cook, where she puts modern twists on dishes that your grandmother made. Lanie will be guest blogging for us later in October, but for now, we wanted to share her wonderful recipe for Paradise Porridge Potstickers. I love this dish because it's a little exotic and familiar at the same time. Plus, because the contest required that the dish be completed in under 30 minutes, this takes no time at all to whip up. (Watch Lanie's entry video here.) Make these potstickers for a decadent breakfast or a fun appetizer. Enjoy!
Paradise Porridge Potstickers
- 1/2 cup Bob's Red Mill Steel Cut Oats
- 2-1/2 cups filtered Water, divided
- 1/8 tsp Salt
- 1/4 cup natural Dry-Roasted Macadamia Nuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup Bob's Red Mill Evaporated Cane Juice Sugar
- 1/4 tsp Nutmeg, freshly grated
- 1/2 cup fresh ripe Mango, peeled, seeded, fine diced
- 1 small ripe Banana, no brown spots, fine diced
- Gyoza Wrappers
- 3 Tbsp Canola Oil
- 1/2 cup local Honey
- 6 ounces fresh Raspberries, sliced in half lengthwise
- 1 cup frozen Coconut Milk Ice Cream, Coconut Gelato, or Vanilla Ice Cream
1. Soak 1/2 cup of Bob's Steel Cut Oats in 1 cup filtered water (covered) overnight in the refrigerator.
2. In a heavy 3-quart pot, bring 1-1/2 cups filtered water to a rapid boil on high heat. Add salt.
3. Drain oats in cheesecloth-line colander over bowl. Reserve the oat-water. Stir oats into boiling water. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. In last two minutes, remove lid, increase heat to stir out moisture and oats become very thick. Remove from heat, pour into a large bowl and cool for two minutes.
4. Stir in nuts, Bob's Red Mill Evaporated Cane Juice Sugar, nutmeg, mango, and banana.
5. Dampen the inner edges of wrappers with oat water. Place a tbs. of oat mixture on center of each wrapper, fold and pinch closed along the moistened edge with fingertips to make a moon shape. Dip in oat-water and shake excess.
6. Heat oil in a non-stick 12-inch fry pan to medium-low. Add the dumplings and cook until the bottoms are just light golden. Turn dumplings over and replace lid, cook another two minutes. Remove with slotted spatula onto serving plate.
7. Drizzle on the honey. Garnish with raspberries and one small scoop of frozen dessert.
Makes about 20 dumplings


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It's getting harder to hide it. I try, but despite my best efforts, I leave a trail of evidence wherever I go. I know it will be a matter of time before my son Ian finds out the truth.
I have obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Don't get me wrong. I'm not embarrassed or ashamed of my OCD, and I'm certainly not the same 15 year-old-girl who spent hours at her local library, searching for answers as to why her life was coming undone — the same girl who finally came across the book that would change her life forever in the self-help section and felt a sense of relief and panic as she realized she finally had a name for what was slowly consuming her.
But I am a mom, indestructible and omnipotent in the eyes of my children, who have yet to learn just how flawed and vulnerable I truly am.
So when do I break the spell? Burst the bubble? When do I fill them in on the fact that my life is dictated by a series of numbers and patterns and non-stop efforts at righting the wrongs of the world by making sure my couch pillows are always facing the right way?
When do I alert them that the only reason the wrath of hell hasn't been thrust upon us yet is because I make sure the anchors on that ocean-themed comforter they love to cuddle under so much never point upwards but rather downward, as the good Lord intended?
My weekly therapy sessions are doing wonders at lessening some of the more disruptive compulsions, but I've got a long way to go before I can declare myself free from the chains that bind me.
"Do you think he notices that something's awry when it takes me a solid three tries to get through my bedroom doorway?" I ask my doctor, who watches patiently and in that non-judgmental way of hers while I show her my little toe tapping number that makes it virtually impossible to ever sneak up on someone.
"Um, yeah, I'm betting he's noticed that before. Has he asked you about it?"
"Not yet."
"He will."
I know it will be different with my son Andrew; he's my oldest and has special needs and will likely never comprehend the many idiosyncracies that make up his mommy.
But Ian is a different story altogether.
He'll have questions.
And after I've done my best to answer them, he'll have reactions to those answers and I just pray I don't overwhelm him or plant a seed of anxiety in a heart that shouldn't worry about things like odd and even numbers, the importance of checking the locks 17 times before bed, and why the jewelry boxes on my dresser can never ever touch each other.
My therapist says she'll help me sort things out between now and the day that I finally decide to come clean (no pun intended) to Ian. In that case, we've got a lot of work to do.
In the meantime, I do my best to make it through the doorway on the first try and leave the pillows alone as they teeter recklessley on the edge of the couch. I fight the urge to turn the sink off and on and manage, for the most part and under great duress, to walk past the haphazard collection of books, papers and DVD cases that gather in the family room on a daily basis, even though my blood pressure soars every time I am near it.
Until of course, my boys are tucked neatly into their beds, sound asleep.
That's when all bets are off — and I show those couch pillows who's really boss.
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Jo Ashline is a freelance writer, former kindergarten teacher, and mother of two. She writes regularly for OC Moms, the Orange County Register's parenting section.


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DETROIT - Each year brings a list of products that are hugely successful, like the iPhone 5, and movies that break records at the box office such as "The Avengers."
There are also products that don't do as well as hoped.
The website 24/7 Wall Street has compiled a list of the worst flops of last year.
Apple Map App
Apple has a reputation for success, but the company's map app was one idea that went awry. Apple decided to replace Google maps during a system upgrade. It's own app was met with confusion and complaints, prompting a public apology from Apple's CEO. Google Maps later returned to the App Store, and quickly became the hottest download.
Chrysler's Dodge Dart
Chrysler hoped the Dart would be a strong competitor for the Honda Civic and Toyota Camry, but it didn't work out that way. Dart sales have been slow, and 24/7 calls it the second biggest flop of the year.
Movie: "John Carter"
The sci-fi fantasy cost $350 million to make and to market, but only made 30 million.
Sony Tablet P
Sony was attempting to make the tablet an even more portable experience. However, the P received some horrible reviews. Poor sales pushed the prices down, and the company is no longer selling the tablet on its American website.
Nokia Lumia 900
The phone debuted at just $100 with a two year contract, but sales never really took off. A common criticism was that the screen's resolution was weaker than other phones, and there was a shortage of apps. Nokia has struggled to grab a share of the smartphone market. One research group put Nokia's share at just 4.3%
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this keyword in Java is a special keyword which can be used to represent current object or instance of any class in Java. "this" keyword can also call constructor of same class in Java and used to call overloaded constructor. In this Java tutorial we will see how to use this keyword in Java and
different examples of this in Java. this sometime also associate with super keyword which is used to denote instance of super class in Java and can be used to call overloaded constructor in Java.
this keyword in Java
Important points about this keyword in Java
here are few important points related to using this keyword in Java.
1) this keyword represent current instance of class.
2) You can synchronize on this in synchronized block in Java
//this synchronized block will be locked on current instance
3) this keyword can be used to call overloaded constructor in java. if used than it must be first statement in constructor this() will call no argument constructor and this(parameter) will call one argument constructor with appropriate parameter. here is an example of using this() for constructor chaining:
Example of this keyword to call constructor in Java
class Loan{
private double interest;
private String type;
public Loan(){
this("personal loan");
public Loan(String type){
this.type = type;
this.interest = 0.0;
4) If member variable and local variable name conflict than this can be used to refer member variable.
here is an example of this with member variable:
public Loan(String type, double interest){
this.type = type;
this.interest = interest;
Here local variable interest and member variable interest conflict which is easily resolve by referring member variable as this.interest
5) this is a final variable in Java and you can not assign value to this. this will result in compilation
this = new Loan(); //cannot assign value to final variable : this
6) you can call methods of class by using this keyword as shown in below example.
public String getName(){
return this.toString();
7) this can be used to return object. this is a valid return value. here is an example of using as return value.
public Loan getLoan(){
return this;
8) this can be used to refer static members in Java as well but its discouraged and as per best practices
this should be used on non static reference.
9) "this" keyword can not be used in static context i.e. inside static methods or static initializer block.
if use this inside static context you will get compilation error as shown in below example:
public static void main(String args){
this.toString{}; //compilation error: non static variable this can not be used in static context
10) this can also be passed as method parameters since it represent current object of class.
That's all on this keyword in Java. You should know about this and super keyword and get yourself familiar with different usage of this keyword in java.
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Los Altos recreation coordinator Tamara Oskoui instructed a large crowd gathered for the New Year's Day 5K Fun Run to begin 2013 with a safe race and to have fun.
Sporting new Christmas running gear and spiffy athletic shoes, local residents rang in the new year by participating in the Los Altos Recreation Department's annual event.
For serious runners, the pain and soreness is hard earned but hopefully short lived. For first-timers, the event offers a noncompetitive atmosphere in familiar territory, supported by a chorus of friends yelling encouragement to finish.
"Runners on the right, walkers on the left, and dogs and strollers start last," Oskoui instructed participants.
With stellar weather, the turnout of runners and bystanders awaited Los Altos Mayor Jarrett Fishpaw's countdown from 10 to signal the start.
Local dignitaries ran the 4.5 laps around city streets to complete the 5K. City Manager Marcia Somers said it was a privilege to run with local residents, young and old, in the beautiful air.
With no formal registration required, experienced runners and those just out for the enjoyment intermingled at the starting line. Jeff Clark of Los Altos finished first in 17 minutes, 30 seconds. Lauren Spears of Santa Clara University was the first woman to cross the finish line with a time of 20 minutes, 28 seconds.
As runners rounded the Community Plaza at State and Main streets, some maintained their pace but others slowed for a quick orange slice or a banana supplied by Whole Foods Market of Los Altos.
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When Dr. Stephen G. Timme, adjunct professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology and president of Atlanta-based FinListics Solutions, asked Supply Chain Summit attendees if their companies used Gross Margin Return on Investment (GMROI) to measure effectiveness and efficiency, everyone in the room said yes.
Identifying common metrics, such as GMROI, and a mutually understandable language, is a critical first step in moving logistics discussions and decisions from the back room to the boardroom. Timme was joined by Jose Li, principal, retail and e-commerce, at FedEx Services, in leading the Supply Chain Summit session dedicated to the creation of a "chief logistics officer" mentality.
Although finance and logistics executives may not understand or appreciate the linguistics inherent to the other's department, all business leaders understand cash flow and the concept of cost relative to operating profits.
To initiate dialogue between finance and logistics, Timme advised retailers to "prioritize decisions by putting a dollar value on the decision." Retailers can do this only when they understand the real costs and the real benefits of supply chain efficiencies.
In a white paper co-authored by Timme and Li, they delve deeply into financial and logistics metrics, highlighting how chief logistics officers can impact shareholder value, how logistics, speed and inventory interrelate, and how to establish a top-down approach to creating a financial-logistics connection. During the Supply Chain Summit, Timme and Li shared their research, including three retail case studies that illustrated the value of a real cost/real benefits analysis.
Improving gross margins: The first study featured a 1,000-store retailer that wanted to reduce its time to market on product sourced from Asia and increase its sales of holiday merchandise.
"The retailer had 15 different parties to deal with on imports," explained Li. "They engaged FedEx's Ocean to Ground Distribution service, which allowed them to bypass the DC and ship direct to stores."
After switching to the FedEx service, the retailer gained increased visibility to its import shipments, reduced days in inventory and improved gross margins by 5.5%. The following holiday season, the retailer sold more holiday merchandise in one week than it had sold in an entire month the preceding year.
Inbound savings of $1 million: Like most retailers that manage inbound freight under a Freight-Free Paid (FFP) model, meaning the logistics provider maintains responsibility for the inventory in transit, the retailer in the second case study was paying a 20% to 40% markup on its freight costs.
FedEx converted the retailer's vendors to Freight-Free Collect, eliminating the wasteful markup charges, and established time-definite deliveries from the DC to the retailer's 230 store locations so all inbound shipments could be received within a two-hour window. As a result of the freight savings and labor efficiencies, the retailer realized a savings of $1 million.
Prioritizing supply chain initiatives: In the third example, Li reported, "A 100-store, multichannel retailer wanted to understand supply chain best practices in the industry, involve all of the stakeholders in the value chain and prioritize key initiatives."
FedEx conducted workshops for all of the cross-functional decision makers within the retail organization so the processes and solutions would be "owned" throughout the supply chain. As a result, executives within the organization had a better understanding of how their individual role fit within the total effort as well as a greater appreciation for their colleagues' responsibilities.


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Why Arkansas?
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Being from California, people always asked me, "Why Arkansas?" At the beginning of my experience at JBU, I didn't have an answer, since I didn't know myself. Six years later, after earning a BSE in math education and being currently enrolled as a Graduate Counseling student at JBU, I can honestly say that it has been in God's plan all along. Although I did not understand at the time, I can see why my mentor would constantly remind me of Jeremiah 29:11 – "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." As I continue this journey at JBU, I have been able to see God's hand at work in my life as He molds me and guides me to become the person He has planned me to be. Now, I'm a step closer from becoming a school guidance counselor working with kids on their academic, personal, and social development.
JBU has been a home away from home. Not only has it been a place to grow academically, but most importantly, it has been a place to build long-lasting relationships. I believe that "home" means being surrounded by those who love you, and the people here at JBU have become a part of my family. At no other university can someone say that they regularly bump into their professor at Walmart, are welcomed into their home to have some sweet fellowship with other grad students or, as my friend Cody would tell you, meet individually with a professor to discuss post-grad work at a Cabellas. Nowhere… just JBU!
What captured me the most about JBU's Grad Counseling program was their extensive training. I am a visual/hands-on/observer/show-me-how-you-do-it type of learner and the professors at JBU definitely take the time and effort to make learning easy and enjoyable. One thing that makes JBU unique from other universities is their head, heart, and hand model. JBU not only focuses on the academic (head) and ministry (heart), but most importantly, the Graduate Counseling program emphasizes practical, hands-on service and application.
Not only do we learn various theories and techniques, we get to practice, practice, practice with real clients who are dealing with real problems. Interning at the CARE Clinic has been an excellent learning environment since there is an on-site licensed counselor who provides great feedback and suggestions. At first, I was very hesitant about working with adults – especially couples; I only wanted to work with children and adolescents. Fortunately, after some words of wisdom and A LOT of encouragement from our site-licensed counselor, Kristen, I got the courage to see adults and couples, which I now love working with. Kristen said, "Before you say you don't want to work with this particular population, give them a shot. Take advantage of this opportunity to gain experience with a different group, Willito!" This journey continues to teach me new things and I can't wait to see where God leads me next!
If I had the opportunity to go back and do it all over again…I would still choose JBU! Now, when someone asks me, "Why Arkansas?" I can honestly say, "Well, why not?!"
Will Rivas
JBU School Counseling student/CARE Clinic intern
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They have added the 5 & 10 minute options to our draft clock.
Here is the plan.......
1. I'll set up the draft very early on the morning of the 22nd, using a 12 hour draft clock. Whatever picks we make between the start & 10:00 AM will be nothing more than a nice head start.
2. Following the keeper league draft, at 10:00 AM the draft clock will be changed to 10 minutes.
3. Following the end of round 4 the draft clock will be changed to 5 minutes for the remainder of the draft.
From the start to 10:00 AM - Our bonus "head start".
From 10:00 AM until the end of round 4 - 10 minutes per pick.
From the start of round 5 until we are done - 5 minutes per pick.
Questions or complaints are welcome.