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Flax (Linum usitatissimum) production has a long history. Flax remnants were found in Stone Age dwellings in Switzerland, and ancient Egyptians made fine linens from flax fiber. Flax production moved west across the northern U.S. and Canada during the 1800s. As settlers moved west, flax was one of the crops produced. North Dakota farmers have grown flax since prairie sod was broken.
Producers grow two types of flax: seed flax for the oil in its seed and nutritional value, and fiber flax for the fiber in its stem.
Today producers in the upper Midwest and the Prairie Provinces of Canada grow seed flax. North Dakota is the leading producer of flax for oil and food use in the U.S.
Interest in healthful diets for humans and animals is increasing the demand for flax seed. Flax seed is crushed to produce linseed oil and linseed meal. Linseed oil has many industrial uses; linseed meal is used for livestock feed (see NDSU Extension publication AS1283, "Using Flax in Livestock Diets").
Flax seed and meal also are fed to pets, swine, chickens and horses. In addition, the fiber in seed flax stems is used to make fine paper and as tow, or padding, in upholstered furniture. Cigarette paper is a major flax paper product.
Human consumption of flax seed is increasing rapidly for its high dietary fiber, omega-3 oils and anti-carcinogenic lignans. Some consumers use flax seed oil as a vegetable oil. Whole, (preferably) ground flax seed is consumed mostly in bakery products. Hens fed flax seed produce "omega eggs," which are sold in the U.S. and Canada for their high omega-3 oil content. Research is being conducted to determine the health benefits of human consumption of flax seed products.
Fiber flax is grown in Europe and Asia. Its fiber is used to make fine linen cloth. Fiber flax varieties are very tall, with few branches and low seed production. Seed flax is short, multiple branched and selected for high seed production.
Growth and Development
Flax is an annual plant that has one main stem. At low plant populations, branching is seen at the base similar to tillers in a cereal grain. The stems terminate in a multibranched inflorescence that bears blue to white flowers. Flax grows to a height of 24 to 36 inches.
The plant has a tap root that may penetrate to 40 inches if growing conditions are favorable. It requires a 50-day vegetative period, 25-day flowering period and about 35 days to mature. In years when moisture is available, the maturation period may extend until a hard frost kills the crop. In a wet fall, new flowers often are observed until frost.
Flax is a self-pollinating crop. Seed is produced in a boll or capsule. A complete boll can have 10 seeds, but most bolls will have fewer, averaging around six seeds. Seeds can be brown, golden or yellow.
The seed is covered with a mucilaginous coating. This coating becomes sticky when wet. During a wet harvest, this coating may discolor, giving the seed a weathered appearance and a reduced test weight.
Growing Flax
Flax usually is sown on the same type of soil that grows wheat and barley. Poorly drained soils, soils subject to drought and erosion, and soils high in soluble salts should be avoided. Flax fits in a rotation with many small-grain crops. For optimum yields and disease control, do not plant flax more often than one in three years in any rotation. Also, try to avoid planting flax after potatoes, canola and sugarbeets.
Select a variety adapted to your area. Variety descriptions and recent yield performance can be obtained in NDSU Extension publication A1105, "North Dakota Alternative Crop Variety Trial Results and Selection Guide," available at your county Extension office or on the NDSU Extension website.
Consider planting certified seed. It is tested to ensure minimal weed content, high genetic purity and good seed viability. Certified seed consistently yields more than bin-run seed. All recent varieties have an adequate oil yield and oil quality (iodine number) to meet industry specifications.
Treating flax seed with a recommended fungicide is necessary. Seed treatment reduces seed decay and seedling blights and can increase stand significantly. A thicker and more uniform stand produces higher yields.
Yellow-seeded varieties are more susceptible to seed decay than brown varieties. Treated seed stored for long periods needs to be retested for germination before use.
Fertilizing Flax
Flax can be grown under fertility levels similar to small grains. Use soil testing as a guide for applying fertilizer whenever possible. Recommendations for fertilizer use in flax are presented in NDSU Extension publication SF717, "Fertilizing Flax."
Zinc deficiency has been reported on flax in North Dakota, so information on zinc levels should be requested when soil testing. If soil zinc levels (DTPA extract) are less than 1 part per million (ppm), application of zinc is recommended.
The phosphorus application recommendation for flax production was removed recently. Research data suggested flax had no yield response to added phosphorous fertilizer. Phosphorus can be applied, but no yield increase should be expected regardless of the soil test level.
Seeding Flax
Flax should be sown into firm, moist soil. A well-prepared, firm seedbed will ensure sowing at the proper depth. This, in turn, will result in uniform germination and rapid, even emergence. We recommend a planting depth of 0.75 to 1.5 inches.
Press drill packer wheels do a satisfactory job of firming the soil after planting. If other types of planters are used, producers need to use special efforts, such as a soil packer behind the drill or harrowing, prior to planting to firm the seedbed. Avoid deep seeding because delayed emergence weakens seedlings, and weak seedlings are more likely to die.
When using preplant-incorporated herbicides, shallow planting is a must to reduce stress on emerging flax seedlings. Flax seedlings are less able to force their way through a soil crust than wheat seedlings.
A stand of 70 plants per square foot is desired. However, if uniform, stands of 30 to 40 plants per square foot may provide a satisfactory yield. As stands drop below 30 plants per square foot, weed infestation and delayed maturity are added problems.
Seeding rates of 25 to 45 pounds per acre are common. In general, use lower rates (25 to 35 pounds) in western North Dakota and higher rates (35 to 45 pounds) in the east. Seed size varies among varieties, which also should be considered. Yellow-seeded varieties may require higher seeding rates because of lower seedling vigor. If untreated seed is used, then higher seeding rates are necessary.
Table 1. Flax nutrient recommendations based on soil tests (N and K).
Early seeded flax generally produces the highest yields. Early seeding normally occurs in late April for all of the state except the northeast, where early May seeding is possible. Frost seldom kills flax seedlings. Seedling plants just emerging (breaking ground) are the most susceptible to injury but can withstand temperatures down to 28 F for a few hours. After the seedlings have a second leaf, they can withstand temperatures into the low 20 F range.
Delayed sowing may aid in weed control and reduce labor or equipment use, but it almost always results in lower yields. A lack of uniform maturity and ripening is a problem in late-seeded fields, so additional management at harvest often is needed. Flax varieties vary in response to the date of planting. Full-season varieties should be planted early.
Pest Control
Weed control
Flax is less competitive with weeds than small grains and should be grown on relatively weed-free fields. Control weeds following the harvest of the preceding crop. Postharvest tillage of small-grain stubble will prevent weed seed production, suppress perennial weeds and encourage annual weed seed germination prior to freeze-up.
Flax should be seeded directly or with shallow spring tillage in fields. Deep tillage on such fields could bring dormant seeds to the surface and increase weed problems.
For weedy fields, deep till the soil to bury the weed seeds, reducing the weed infestation the following crop season. Deep tillage can reduce infestations of small-seeded weeds, such as foxtails and kochia, which have short seed survival. Delayed seeding of flax with tillage prior to seeding will control wild oats and reduce infestations of other early germinating weeds. However, delayed seeding generally reduces flax yields. Early maturing flax varieties should be used with late seeding.
Weed control is needed by flax emergence to reduce yield losses because flax is a poor competitor with weeds. Soil-applied herbicides reduce weed emergence and minimize early weed competition to maximize flax yields. POST herbicides applied to small weeds and flax soon after weed emergence usually give better control and allow more time for the flax to recover from possible herbicide injury than they do if the weeds and flax are larger.
Post-applied Grass Herbicides
Assure II, Targa, Poast, Clethodim and Select Max or 2EC are all grass-controlling herbicides that are labeled for controlling grasses in flax. See individual labels for mixing guidelines when using broadleaf herbicides, such as bromoxynil and MCPA ester formulations.
For more information on all herbicides labeled for weed control use in flax, refer to the "North Dakota Weed Control Guide," NDSU publication W253 (current year). Always read and follow the label in the use of all pesticides.
Insect problems and yield loss may occur any year. Follow a program of timely field monitoring. Know the economic threshold levels for the various insects and apply control measures promptly. The following insects can be problematic in flax:
- Grasshoppers – They are a problem, especially near or at harvest. Flying adults invade from neighboring fields. Damage is caused by grasshoppers chewing through the succulent portion of the small stems below the bolls, with bolls dropping to the ground. Seedling feeding may be a problem in late-seeded fields.
- Cutworms and armyworms – Larvae of one or more cutworm species are known to cut and consume seedlings at the soil level. Damage often is severe by the time the infestation is identified. Armyworm larvae feed on foliage in midseason.
- Aster leafhopper – Leafhoppers feed on the plant juices. This insect infects the plant with the aster yellow mycoplasma when feeding. The aster yellow disease also is observed on canola, sunflower and several broadleaf weeds.
- Aphids – Aphid populations can increase rapidly and have been observed on flax. Their numbers most years are not high enough to cause economic loss.
- Wireworm – This insect, while mostly a pest of cereal grains, occasionally can cause reduced stands in flax.
For information on insect control, contact your local county Extension office for information on approved control practices, available labeled insecticides and economic thresholds for the major insects, or consult NDSU publication E1143, "Field Crop Insect Management Guide."
Losses from diseases largely are responsible for the perception that flax is a risky crop and is "hard on the land." In recent years, due to the widespread use of disease-resistant varieties, disease losses have been smaller in flax than in most other annual crops. To guard against flax diseases, grow resistant varieties, use seed treatments, plant early, use sound disease-free seed and avoid planting flax after flax in the rotation.
Contact your county Extension office for recommended disease-control measures or consult NDSU Extension publication PP622, "North Dakota Field Crop Plant Disease Management Guide."
The diseases most often associated with flax production are:
Heat canker is a physiological reaction of the young seedling to high temperature at the soil surface. Thin stands on dark soils are most susceptible. If plants are injured when small, the plants fall over and die. When plants are larger, the outer stem tissue responds by producing additional cork tissue at the damage site. This wound tissue often is brittle and plants may break over at the soil line from strong wind. Early planting and surface residues help reduce heat canker incidence most years.
Harvesting and Storage
Flax maturity can be judged by the color of the bolls. Flax should be harvested when 90 percent of the bolls turn brown. The stems may remain green after the bolls are ready to harvest.
Flax with green stems is the most difficult of all grains to cut. Sharp, well-adjusted cutter bars are essential. Flax can be straight-combined if maturity is uniform and green weeds are not a problem. If flax is swathed and pickup combined later, a tall stubble is desired. Using swath rollers can help settle the swaths into the stubble to reduce wind damage and aid pickup combining.
Follow manufacturers' recommendations to reduce seed damage during combining. Some combines have special rollers ahead of the cylinder to fracture the flax boll. The flax seed coat is damaged or broken easily, so proper adjustments are necessary. Yellow-seeded varieties are more susceptible to seed damage because of their thinner seed coat.
Flax seed is safe to store at 10 percent moisture short term and at 8 percent long term. Higher moisture will result in heating and mold formation. Flax seed often comes from the combine with large amounts of green weed seed dockage. A good management practice is to remove green weed seed before storage.
We recommend systematic monitoring because flax is more difficult to manage in storage than cereal grains. Flax seed has a low angle of repose. Producers also must have tight storage bins. Even small holes and cracks will result in bin leakage.
Enter flax bins with caution. Flax seed in storage flows easily and supports limited weight. Lives have been lost by people falling into seed flax bins and becoming engulfed and dying from suffocation.
Stored grain insects are not a general problem in short-time storage. If flax seed is stored for a year or more, then we advise monitoring for the hard-bodied grain weevils.
Seed Flax Straw
Combines should be equipped with straw choppers and spreaders to redistribute the straw evenly. Burning flax residue once was a common practice. This no longer is recommended. If industrial markets develop for seed flax straw, other methods of collecting straw and transporting it from the field will need to be identified.
Green flax straw may pose a prussic acid problem if used as livestock feed. Use caution in feeding flax straw or grazing, especially immediately after a frost.
Table 2. Flax Variety Descriptions.
This publication was authored by Duane R. Berglund, professor emeritus and former Extension agronomist,and Richard K. Zollinger Extension weed specialist, NDSU, 2007.


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Tuesday, April 22, 2014
The Gorgeous Gaspe'
The beauty of Quebec's maritime region, the Gaspe' Peninsula, which wraps around the shore of the St. Lawrence River, is quite famous. You hear people rave about it every time the region is mentioned but I still wasn't prepared. Canada is a beautiful, sprawling country in general so I figured the experience would be similar to the other Canadian provinces that I visited. It's not. Gaspe' which means "lands end" in the Mic Mac language, is literally another land, a whole world apart from the other. I was constantly catching my breath at the sheer wonder of the landscape, to the point that I think I stopped breathing many times.
Traveling around Gaspe's five provinces was like meeting individual members of a stunning family. Each one more gorgeous than the other. But it wasn't just the beauty, the purity and tranquility of the land seeps through the sea breezes.
The people of Gaspe' have lived in the area for generations and the respect and care that they offer to their environment is reflected in the spotless, raw landscape.
Such was the perfection of the landscape that yoga master Corrine Trang plopped down and meditated on the beach in the middle of our tour. It's that kind of place.
It's hard not to connect with nature at some point in the Gaspe', whether it's hiking through the mountains,sitting in the middle of a field or actually hugging a tree.
The spirit of the Gaspe' really touched me and I'll always remember the sensation of roaming through this extraordinary destination. Have you traveled to a place that touched you in an unexpected way?
Posted by Fly Girl at 12:17 PM
Labels: Canada, Gaspe' Peninsula, nature, Quebec, Quebec Travel
10 comments:
- Indrani said...
Very calm and beautiful! Perfect for holidaying. :)
- April 22, 2014 at 11:25 PM
- Fly Girl said...
Indrani, the Gaspe' is an easy place to relax!
- April 23, 2014 at 5:47 AM
- Renuka said...
Wow! Such amazing scenery! Who would miss those views...
- April 26, 2014 at 12:26 AM
- Fly Girl said...
Renuka, The landscape was indeed breathtaking. Thanks so much for stopping by!
- April 27, 2014 at 7:30 AM
- A Cuban In London said...
You're quite right abotu Canada being a sprawling country. Your photos are an excellent testimony of this. Thanks.
Greetings from London.
- April 27, 2014 at 12:00 PM
- Fly Girl said...
Cubano, I think people forget how huge the country is.
- April 27, 2014 at 12:45 PM
- TexWisGirl said...
that looks magnificent. your smile says it all. :)
- April 27, 2014 at 2:34 PM
- Fly Girl said...
Tex, I spent a very happy time in the Gaspe'!
- April 27, 2014 at 3:03 PM
- Andrew said...
Breathtaking views here, Rosalind. I'm particularly drawn to the second photo, and would just love to walk right into the scene, and down onto the beach!
- April 27, 2014 at 5:36 PM
- Fly Girl said...
Andrew, that beach was one of my favorites as well!
- April 27, 2014 at 6:16 PM


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Isabelle & Alexis's Blossom Photo Series
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When we are in the middle of an empty space, we have the feeling that time is suspended. This lack of landmarks is a fertile space for creativity, letting the mind run free, giving a sense of pure evasion. Empty spaces carry this particular invitation to free movement.
What is the significance behind your use of colour?
We do love to play with colours, so there is an aesthetic aspect but also the choice is related to the story we want to tell. If we use a colour that will be monochromatic with the place, or on the opposite creating a strong contrast, the story will be different. When we are in abandoned places we usually try not to use colours that will make the place more dramatic, we prefer to create a visual contrast using for example a soft colour to make the picture into something poetic.
What do you hope your images stir in people?
Everyone is free to interpret our images differently. It comes from this dreamy feeling that we carry with us from our childhood – looking at the sky, at the clouds and imagining things. It's exactly those imaginary forms that we want people to look at in the smoke and find their own meanings, their own emotions. We also tend to raise awareness on the interventions of mankind in territory. If men are absent from these photographs, their imprint is suggested among these wild natural or abandoned landscapes, like construction sites, mines, power plants, quarries, and agricultural holdings.
What are you working on at the moment?
In Paris, the first museum of perfume will open in December and we are creating all their visuals of communication. Isabelle is also going to China for six exhibitions of her personal work, running from September to November, while Alexis is working on a new personal series about forests at night and light interaction.


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As it was this did not happen and I did the decent thing. I said I was very sorry, my fault, took picture of offending 4 inch scratch and minor indentation and gave all my details. Why I gave the name of my car insurers I don't know - the car was the innocent party in this sorry saga.
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With current heated discourse over Common Core Standards, America has taken a closer look at the way we approach teaching and what the long-term effects are for students and our country. Are the SAT's, ELA's and MRE's really a plausible way to determine the intelligence and aptitude of a person? Our education system's main focus on testing and scores doesn't provide room for real world application and isn't designed to identify creative thinkers. We are essentially training our youth to become good at regurgitating information instead of pushing for innovation.
Under the status quo, education is a commodity. The consumerization of education pushes kids to view the process of learning as little more than a ticket to an affluent life; a degree in biology should be about a passion for knowledge rather than job in biotech. The current system teaches kids that if you follow an approved path, you will make a lot of money, which in turn, is what will make you happy. This shortsightedness ignores the fundamental reason for education: to satisfy the human needs to be curious and to explore. When kids are not allowed to embrace curiosity and follow their passions in a learning style that is uniquely their own, education resembles an assembly line of toys- all crafted in the same exact way.
In the videos below, MIT Professor Emeritus and FIRST Robotics Mentor, Woodie Flowers tackles America's need to break from our antiquated, industrial age education system and outlines ways to bring education into the present technological age. He makes the point that in our current flawed system, "600,000 college freshman take calculus every year, 250,000 fail." 250,000 equals a failure rate of 42%, an absurdly high figure. Each failure is worth approximately 2,000 dollars—making it a half a billion-dollar loss every year. But each student's loss is the current system's gain as it cashes in on its own flaws and dated standards. Education institutions keep class sizes larger and kids enrolled longer through these failures. Standardized testing keeps the competition simplistically fierce and universities capitalize on this very steady flow of income.
Better education opportunities should not be reserved for only the wealthiest segment of the population who can afford to throw away $2,000 on memorizing equations. Woodie Flowers himself best illustrates this point. Having grown up in a small Louisiana town in a family he describes as "literally dirt poor," college without a scholarship wasn't an option. A determined self-starter, Woodie found a way to use his "crooked left arm" to obtain a rehabilitation scholarship. However, for children in underserved communities, higher education opportunities are few and far between.
Flowers provides an answer to this educational epidemic by utilizing the booming technological era we're in today. He explains that now is the time for us to work towards producing high-quality, well-produced, modular, feedback-equipped, digital learning systems. So that each day the product will get better based off of data collected. For example, through these digital learning systems, textbooks could potentially grow in quality in a compound way that improve based off of user experience. For the first time in human history, we would have continuous growth in the quality of that stock. Big data can be applied to pedagogy and education can focus on utilizing human-to-human interaction as well as quality of coaching and expertise.
If our education system focused on creative problem solving, our youth's outlook on life would more resemble Woodie's, who sees every dilemma as an opportunity. During his teen years, he came across the age-old issue of not having a car to use for dates. While many teenagers would complain about all the unfairness in the world— Woodie came up with a solution that would set the tone for the rest of his life and today influences how he teaches his students. He took a beat up old sedan and made a hot rod roadster out of it. He described the vehicle as a dating machine; it was the fastest and most dangerous car in town.
Woodie points out, through his story, that America's education system is forgetting the power of sheer grit, a defining quality for success and a key factor in attaining the "American Dream." Rising up from the bottom to the top, takes much more than scoring well on a test- it takes resilience and the ability to think outside the box. America is hailed for promoting diversity and offering a home for the world's dreamers, yet our current educational system begs the question, if we embrace diversity so much as a nation, why do we expect students to learn in a single minded way?
Dr. Woodie Flowers: What is the Future of Education?
Liberal education for the 21st century: Woodie Flowers at TEDxPiscataquaRiver
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What are shielded systems and how are the different from UTP systems?
I am hearing a lot about shielded systems, what are they and how are they different than UTP systems. What is the difference between Class E and Class F?
Claude E. Shannon, author of "The Mathematical Theory of Communication" defined Shannon capacity, also known as Shannon's Law, which demonstrates the limits of the capacity of a link in relation to the signal to noise ratio of the link (expressed in bits per second). In other words, a finite amount of information can travel any link, which decreases as the amount of noise in the channel increases. Any and all electronics have and produce noise. External interferences can also produce noise. Category 5e came to market and offered better performance, more margin and headroom due greatly to its signal to noise ratio.
In early networks, most connections were shielded. As the telecommunications carriers entered the cabling and network markets, networks were adapted with baluns (Balance to Unbalanced adapters) to allow the balance signal to run over unshielded systems. Electronics were then developed that would utilize unshielded cabling systems eliminating the need for baluns. Shielding is gaining popularity on high bandwidth and noisy environments such as radiology centers and manufacturing facilities. The ability to block out the noise coming from equipment creates a heartier environment for data transmission.
Shielded systems have changed significantly from the earlier iterations. The cable is much smaller, easier to handle, and connectors provide the ability to self terminate the shield. Outside of the US, particularly in France and Germany, most systems are shielded.
Class E (or category 6) systems can be either UTP or ScTP (screened twisted pair which is shielded). Category 7/Class F is a shielded system that includes not only the overall shields, but also each pair is wrapped in foil called a PiMF cable (Pairs in Metal Foil). There is also a new non-RJ45 interface (TERA) that was approved as part of the standard which has shielded quadrants within the interface so that the pairs can either all be used or split out for separate applications within the same footprint as an RJ45. There is also an RJ45 type connector called the GG45.


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Subsea 7 reducing workforce in Norway
Subsea 7, an international provider of subsea installation services to the oil and gas industry, will reduce its headcount in Norway.
According to the Stavanger Aftenblad, 70 offshore workers in Norway will have to go due to a decline in offshore activity.
The affected employees will be offered severance packages, a company's spokesperson told Aftenblad.
Offshore Energy Today has reached out to Subsea 7 for more details. We will update the article should we get a response.
To remind, citing a declining workload, Subsea 7 in May this year said it would lay off 2,500 workers by early 2016, and reduce its vessel fleet by up to 11 vessels.
The company had 13.000 workers at the end of 2014.
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Below is a sample letter termination of the lease. Letter of termination of lease is initiated by the landlord. Please note that the letter should be prepared in accordance with the lease agreement and not to violate its terms.
Dear [Tenant Name],
This is to notify you to quit and deliver up possession of [ADDRESS], which you presently occupy as our tenant, by [DATE]. This notice is given pursuant to paragraph [INSERT PARAGRAPH NUMBER OF LEASE AGREEMENT WHICH PROVIDES FOR TERMINATION ON 7 DAYS NOTICE] of your lease agreement.
Before starting of direct negotiations on lease, many landlords and potential tenants will execute a letter of intent setting forth wishes and expectations. These negotiations can be an enlightening process on both sides. Some basic definitions and understandings should be included for clarity in letters of intent - LOI. Consider it a way to avoid nasty surprises later. Create a paragraph for each section below, and include a signature line for all parties at the end.
Lease is a agreement by which an owner (the Landlord) of a specific asset (such as a parcel of land, building, equipment, or machinery) grants a second party (the Tenant) the right to its exclusive possession and use for a specific period and under specified conditions, in return for specified periodic rental or lease payments.
Landlord (Lessor) - An owner of property who rents it to another party, called a tenant.
Tenant (Lessee) - An individual or business which has possession of and pays rent for real estate owned by another party, called the landlord.
Commercial lease agreement is required if you want to rent commercial real estate, such as an office, store, warehouse etc., to others, it is necessary to have the lease agreement in writing. It is important to remember that a business lease is not like a dwelling rental. You need the right form that helps you answer all of the important questions, such as: who is responsible for repairs, what the landlord can charge, and what happens when the rent is late.
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If you have sleep apnea, you may be wondering whether you should get a fixed CPAP machine, or an automatic one. A fixed CPAP machine works on one pressure setting, determined by your doctor. An automatic CPAP or BiPAP machine automatically adjusts throughout the night to your changing needs. We might need a variety of different air pressures from our CPAP/BiPAP machines throughout the night, or our needs can change over time.
Whether you get a fixed or an automatic machine is completely up to you, and what your doctor think about what is best for you. To help you decide, we've collected some feedback from some of our past customers, who will tell you all about their own experiences with our automatic CPAP and BiPAP machines.
Respironics REMstar CPAP Pro Auto IQ with Humidification
"It was worth it for me to get this automatic CPAP machine, because my old fixed one just wasn't cutting it for me! Even with a ramp setting and my doctor monitoring my breathing patterns, the one rush of air was too much sometimes. The medications I take mess with my sleeping patterns, as well as my allergies and how dramatically my breathing patterns change throughout the night as I go between sleep cycles. I know the fixed machines work for some people, but not for me. I nearly gave up on my CPAP treatment all together right before getting the REMstar. My doctor suggested that I get this model of auto CPAP, because of the price and all the great features that it has. Thanks for this great machine, it really does do the trick!" - Michelle D.
Devilbiss IntelliPAP AutoAdjust CPAP with Heated Humidifier
"I gained some weight over the past few months, which ended up changing my pressure setting needs, according to the SmartCode feature. For this reason, I'm glad I went ahead and got the AutoAdjust CPAP, especially at the great price you guys offer it for. The heated humidier was also a great investment, since I probably would have eventually broke down and got one anyway. I'm really happy with this little machine." - Toby J.
"The heated humidifier and SmartFlex feature make me so comfortable while I sleep. Who can deal with a CPAP machine that doesn't conform to their individual sleeping patterns, and keep them awake at night? It defeats the purpose! I'm sleeping so much better these days." - Troy F.
ResMed S9 AutoSet APAP with H5i and ClimateLine Tubing
"This seems like the only CPAP machine that anyone could ever need, no matter if they gave obstructive sleep apnea or central sleep apnea. One of my friends has central sleep apnea and he was surprised to find out that I can use the same machine with my obstructive sleep apnea. I'm impressed with how smart this machine is, and the ClimateLine tubing. I've never seen a tube that heats up itself, I thought that was just something the humidifier did. It makes using a CPAP machine so much more comfortable!" - Allen W.


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Now that spring weather has finally arrived in Chicago, it's time to put away those bulk coats (you know...the one's that make you look like the Michelin Man) and turn towards lighter, chicer options. My absolute go-to light jacket right now is this adorable blush pink moto style jacket. And the best part? It's only $17!! CLICK READ MORE TO KEEP READING.
I was heading out to run errands, so I wanted to keep the look casual and chic. I layered the pink moto jacket over my favorite striped boatneck tee. If you don't have a simple striped tee in your closet, go get one. They are so easy to pair with pretty much everything and can really help to extend your wardrobe!
And of course, I had to end the look with some lace up ballet flats. Seriously, I can't get enough of them. If someone would please like to by them for me in every color and pattern...we could so be besties! Lace up ballet flats just make every look seem more elevated. They are comfortable and you can easily dress them up or down. I paired these same ones with a little spring dress the other day, and it was just adorable. I recommend investing in a solid pair (maybe black or blush). I don't think this trend is going away anytime soon.
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REO - Wonderful, private setting located in North Crestview. Roll your sleeves up and get your new house back to pristine! This home has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. A large Family room and an attractive dining room. The home is attached to an unfinished breeze way that leads to the garage. A workshop is attached to the garage and is accessible from garage or outside entry. This home sits on a full acre on a semi private road with a private well system so you can be off the grid to enjoy the quietness of country living. This great home is the perfect candidate for a Renovation mortgage loan. Ask your Realtor about this home today! All measurements and areas important to buyer to be verified by buyer.
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By: Dana Luzon, Au.D., CCC-A, FAAA
Board Certified in Audiology
According to the Better Hearing Institute, hearing loss is now the third most common health problem in the country today, behind only arthritis and heart disease with more than 50 million Americans suffering from its effects. There are some common questions I get from patients in regards to their hearing, hearing loss and hearing aids so I would like to answer a few of the most common:
1. How does hearing work?
Sounds start as moving waves and enter the ear canal, and then the sound will vibrate your eardrum and send the signal through your middle ear bones, to your permanent hearing organs or your cochleas. The cochleas then transmit the sound to the brain to be processed into speech and other sound information. The brain takes the sound coming from both ears to be able to tell where sound is coming from.
2. What causes hearing loss?
Hearing loss can be caused by a variety of factors. There are a few major factors that can additively affect hearing:
Genetics- Hearing loss can have a familial link.
Natural Aging Process- the slow deterioration of hearing over time can get more
progressive the higher up in age we go.
Toxicity/Trauma- Head trauma or a fall can sometimes affect the physical parts of the ear which transmit sound. Some medications are toxic to the ears (ototoxic). See this pdf for more information on ototoxic medications: www.chchearing.org/sites/default/files/Ototoxic_Brochure.pdf
Noise Exposure- Two types of sound exposure can cause noise-induced hearing loss: prolonged noise exposure or a sudden, loud, single burst of sound like a bang from a firecracker. Always wear hearing protection if you are in a high noise environment to prevent any hearing loss.
3. Will my hearing get worse?
There are no predictions when it comes to hearing loss changes. I recommend baseline hearing evaluations if you feel you are having difficulty. Then as years go on, if you feel your hearing has changed or after exposure to dangerously loud noises, your hearing can be re-tested and compared to previous results.
4. Why do I need two hearing aids?
Hearing happens at the level of the brain. If you are diagnosed with hearing loss in both ears, it will always be medically recommended to correct the loss in both ears because the brain needs sound coming through both of your ears equally and evenly to process the best signal possible. Using just one hearing aid when a hearing test result indicates that you need two, reduces your brain's hearing and understanding by 50%.
5. What hearing aids are right for me?
You don't just purchase hearing aids, you see a certified and qualified audiologist to listen to your individual hearing concerns and make the best recommendation for your specific listening needs. There are hundreds if not thousands of different hearing aids on the market today, and choosing a trusted Audiologist is the first step to finding the hearing aids that are best for you. Then, you and your audiologist create a plan together to meet all of your expectations for better hearing. As an Audigy Certified professional, I believe in providing the highest level of patient care. Please visit my website at www.hearingcarefl.com for more information or call today to schedule an evaluation and let us be your home for hearing healthcare.
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Remove PUP.Optional.Yontoo (Removal Guide)
How damaging can PUP.Optional.Yontoo virus be?
If the advertisements keep popping in front of your computer screen, it might be a sign that PUP.Optional.Yontoo virus has infected your computer. The latter program falls into the category of adware. Thus, its primary mission is to drive you mad with various pop-ups covering online content. This potentially malicious program might also wreck your browser settings which results in redirecting you to suspicious domains. If you do not want to get infected with a virus or two, then you should consider PUP.Optional.Yontoo removal. If you are looking for a reliable and effective malware removal tool, Reimage Reimage Cleaner Intego is the right choice.
Questions about PUP.Optional.Yontoo
IT experts have detected that this adware is related with Yontoo Layers Client and Yontoo Pagerage, so remain vigilant since these adware-type programs might target your PC as well. Speaking of the current PUP, it has quite a disgusting feature to muddle your browser settings. This results in PUP.Optional.Yontoo redirect issue. Thus, you may start seeing Yontoo ads, or you can get mislead to its associated search engine. You may also find yourself in various advertising web pages, or sometimes in highly disturbing pornographic websites. It is often the case that trojans or similar malware hide there. Trojans have an ability to pass themselves as legitimate files. Moreover, they often contain menaces – ransomware – within themselves. Once the files get into a computer, they enwrap their content. Then, the consequences of such infiltration are highly severe. That is why you should be extremely careful not to click on any suspicious hyperlinks in those websites.
Furthermore, if you spot an excessive amount of various banners and commercials, restrain from clicking on them. PUP.Optional.Yontoo ads are completely useless. Moreover, they do not bear any relevant information. These pay-per-clicks advertisements are only designed to attract as many views as possible. Depending on the number of views and clicks, the developers of this adware collect quite a decent income. Such activity is highly profitable while users only get irritation and annoyance. Additionally, it is likely that the adware might generate offers suggesting you to install new applications. Do not fall into this trap and avoid installing any software while PUP.Optional.Yontoo resides on your computer. Such programs might be completely useless or "enhanced" with malignant elements. All in all, stay alert and try to remove PUP.Optional.Yontoo as soon as possible.
When did the adware slip into my computer?
Scammers developed an effective strategy to spread unwanted applications. The essence of this technique lies in pining down the PUPs to frequently downloadable programs. After you download one of them, you might often overlook that "bonus" applications come along. Thus, when the installation process is finished, the add-ons which were automatically pre-marked get installed as well. Alternatively, we offer another way of installing a new program without adware or another unwanted software. Select "Advanced" installation mode rather than "Recommended". Afterward, uncheck the pre-marked software. If you follow these steps, you will be able to prevent PUP.Optional.Yontoo hijack in the future.
How can I remove PUP.Optional.Yontoo?
It is not difficult to get rid of this potentially unwanted program. The easiest and fastest way to delete PUP.Optional.Yontoo virus is to install an anti-spyware program. It quickly detects the PUP and removes it in a blink of an eye. Remember to update it regularly so that it could protect your operating system from unwanted "guests." There is also a manual PUP.Optional.Yontoo removal option. We recommend you to carefully complete each step of the guidelines. Eliminating all associated files is of high importance.
You may remove virus damage with a help of Reimage Reimage Cleaner Intego. SpyHunter 5Combo Cleaner and Malwarebytes are recommended to detect potentially unwanted programs and viruses with all their files and registry entries that are related to them.
To remove PUP.Optional.Yontoo, follow these steps:
Remove PUP.Optional.Yontoo from Windows systems
- Click Start → Control Panel → Programs and Features (if you are Windows XP user, click on Add/Remove Programs).
- If you are Windows 10 / Windows 8 user, then right-click in the lower left corner of the screen. Once Quick Access Menu shows up, select Control Panel and Uninstall a Program.
Uninstall PUP.Optional.Yontoo and related programs
Here, look for PUP.Optional.Yontoo or any other recently installed suspicious programs.
- Uninstall them and click OK to save these changes.
Uninstall PUP.Optional.Yontoo from Mac OS X system
- If you are using OS X, click Go button at the top left of the screen and select Applications.
- Wait until you see Applications folder and look for PUP.Optional.Yontoo or any other suspicious programs on it. Now right click on every of such entries and select Move to Trash.
Eliminate PUP.Optional.Yontoo from Internet Explorer (IE)
Remove dangerous add-ons
Open Internet Explorer, click on the Gear icon (IE menu) on the top right corner of the browser and choose Manage Add-ons.
- You will see a Manage Add-ons window. Here, look for PUP.Optional.Yontoo and other suspicious plugins. Disable these entries by clicking Disable:
Change your homepage if it was altered by virus:
Click on the gear icon (menu) on the top right corner of the browser and select Internet Options. Stay in General tab.
- Here, remove malicious URL and enter preferable domain name. Click Apply to save changes.
Reset Internet Explorer
Click on the gear icon (menu) again and select Internet options. Go to Advanced tab.
- Here, select Reset.
- When in the new window, check Delete personal settings and select Reset again to complete PUP.Optional.Yontoo removal.
Delete PUP.Optional.Yontoo from Microsoft Edge
Reset Microsoft Edge settings (Method 1):
- Launch Microsoft Edge app and click More (three dots at the top right corner of the screen).
- Click Settings to open more options.
- Once Settings window shows up, click Choose what to clear button under Clear browsing data option.
- Here, select all what you want to remove and click Clear.
- Now you should right-click on the Start button (Windows logo). Here, select Task Manager.
- When in Processes tab, search for Microsoft Edge.
- Right-click on it and choose Go to details option. If can't see Go to details option, click More details and repeat previous steps.
- When Details tab shows up, find every entry with Microsoft Edge name in it. Right click on each of them and select End Task to end these entries.
Resetting Microsoft Edge browser (Method 2):
If Method 1 failed to help you, you need to use an advanced Edge reset method.
- Note: you need to backup your data before using this method.
- Find this folder on your computer:
- Select every entry which is saved on it and right click with your mouse. Then Delete option.
- Click the Start button (Windows logo) and type in window power in Search my stuff line.
- Right-click the Windows PowerShell entry and choose Run as administrator.
- Once Administrator: Windows PowerShell window shows up, paste this command line after PS C:\WINDOWS\system32> and press Enter:
Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers -Name Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml -Verbose}
Once these steps are finished, PUP.Optional.Yontoo should be removed from your Microsoft Edge browser.
Get rid of PUP.Optional.Yontoo from Mozilla Firefox (FF)
Remove dangerous extensions
Open Mozilla Firefox, click on the menu icon (top right corner) and select Add-ons → Extensions.
- Here, select PUP.Optional.Yontoo and other questionable plugins. Click Remove to delete these entries.
Reset Mozilla Firefox
Click on the Firefox menu on the top left and click on the question mark. Here, choose Troubleshooting Information.
- Now you will see Reset Firefox to its default state message with Reset Firefox button. Click this button for several times and complete PUP.Optional.Yontoo removal.
Erase PUP.Optional.Yontoo from Google Chrome
Delete malicious plugins
Open Google Chrome, click on the menu icon (top right corner) and select Tools → Extensions.
- Here, select PUP.Optional.Yontoo and other malicious plugins and select trash icon to delete these entries.
- Click on menu icon again and choose Settings → Manage Search engines under the Search section.
- When in Search Engines..., remove malicious search sites. You should leave only Google or your preferred domain name.
Reset Google Chrome
Click on menu icon on the top right of your Google Chrome and select Settings.
- Scroll down to the end of the page and click on Reset browser settings.
- Click Reset to confirm this action and complete PUP.Optional.Yontoo removal.
Remove PUP.Optional.Yontoo from Safari
Remove dangerous extensions
Open Safari web browser and click on Safari in menu at the top left of the screen. Once you do this, select Preferences.
- Here, select Extensions and look for PUP.Optional.Yontoo or other suspicious entries. Click on the Uninstall button to get rid each of them.
Reset Safari
Open Safari browser and click on Safari in menu section at the top left of the screen. Here, select Reset Safari....
- Now you will see a detailed dialog window filled with reset options. All of those options are usually checked, but you can specify which of them you want to reset. Click the Reset button to complete PUP.Optional.Yontoo removal process.
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April 26th, 2016 at 3:22 am
Thanks for the tutorial! This one is a pesky one.
April 26th, 2016 at 3:24 am
You never know how many of PUPs youll collect while you are surfing in legitimate websites…what a drag…
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Courts have long recognized the legitimacy of non-traditional and unique family situations. When a child is born out of wedlock, courts have extended the rights and privileges of a child-parent relationship in spite of the lack of a formal marriage. In In the Matter of the Estate of Castellano, the court decided whether a child born out of wedlock could be considered a child of the man his mother was married to at the time of his birth to exclude him from inheriting from his biological father. This somewhat unorthodox case offers a variation on a common issue.
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Parenthood can be a roll of the dice. No one knows what the outcome will be at the end of 18 years, when a child becomes an adult - the most parents can do is try to raise him or her to the best of their ability. This is the same for both biological and adoptive parents, but the situation can become extremely awkward when adoptive parents no longer want to, or no longer are able to, care for the child they took on.


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Manage the development, integration and experimentation of all technology aspects of the Joint Army, USMC, Military Operations in Urban Terrain ACTD and Pathfinder ACTD.
- Ensure that the Science & Technology Program addresses the soldiers' needs, and supports the Army's S&T vision, strategy, and Transformation Objectives.
- Advance and transition modular and reconfigurable soldier system technologies that will benefit and serve the next generation warfighter's operational capabilities.
- Serve as a focal point among emergency response professionals, military personnel and civilians in high-risk occupations for exchange of information regarding protective clothing and individual equipment materials, systems and testing.
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The US Army NSRDEC seeks to commercialize through patent licensing, US Patent No. 7,347,768, Issued: March 25, 2008; Apparatus and Method to Test Abrasion Resistance of Material Using Airborne Particulate.
In one embodiment, the apparatus comprises a conduit network, a primary air stream generating device to generate a primary air stream in the conduit network, a secondary air stream generating device to produce a secondary air stream in the conduit network, and a particulate handling device to deposit particulate into the conduit network so that the particulate enters the secondary air stream. The conduit network merges the secondary air stream into the primary air stream to allow the particulate to enter the primary air stream, and allow the primary air stream to blow the particulate at a test sample positioned within the conduit network.
The US Army NSRDEC seeks to commercialize through patent licensing a body cooling garment which utilizes fluid-carrying tubes and provides both air and vapor permeability to make a flexible, comfortable garment. This garment is breathable and launderable, and will maintain comfortable core body temperature in hot conditions, whether indoors or outside. The vest can be connected to a faucet or cooling unit and unhooked briefly for mobility, or be more permanently tethered.
The technology comprises both the cooling garments and the method for adhering tubing to the fabric substrate. The preferred method employs adhesive dots to fasten the tubing to the fabric, forming a single component. This component is fused to a second layer of fabric, creating a tricomponent construction, with the tubing "sandwiched" in the center of two breathable layers. This method eliminates the need for stitching to hold the tubing in place. Sewn tubing has the problem of potential pinhole puncturing of the tubing, skin irritation from the threads themselves, lengthy manufacturing time, and needleholes that allow unwanted chemicals to penetrate the fabric. This technology is also superior to brushed or rolled on adhesives which destroys porosity. Variations can be made for a chemical suit. Foot cooling is covered in a patent application. Five US patents have issued and a sixth patent application has been filed. US patent numbers are: 6,901,608, 6,813,783, 6,565,699, 5,538,583, and 5,320,164. The benefits of this product are: - A breathable, flexible, comfortable cooling garment - Lower manufacturing costs — eliminates stitching - Low pressure drop and up to 180 Watts of cooling power
The US Army Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center (NSRDEC) seeks a partner to license and commercialize a patent-pending method for the controlled generation of aqueous chlorine dioxide without the use of power. This chemical solution can be dispensed from a handheld sprayer bottle for disinfection of contaminated surfaces, equipment and fresh produce.
The US Army has primary responsibility for food safety for the US military. As such, it seeks to protect the Warfighter from bio-warfare agents and the spread of food-borne illnesses. This is achieved mainly through preventive techniques aimed at improving the sanitation of food, food-processing equipment, and food preparation surfaces. The present invention generates an aqueous solution of chlorine dioxide for the decontamination of microorganisms on surfaces. Chlorine dioxide controls common food pathogens as well as spores, while minimizing hazards to the user, and without altering the quality of the food. In addition to food service applications, it can be used to disinfect bathrooms, clean rooms, and medical surfaces. This aqueous solution can be applied with a mixer-sprayer or as part of a continuous flow system. The product requires daily mixing. The benefits of this product are: - Controlled generation of aqueous solution - Rapid chemical production method - Surface treatment by spraying, pouring or immersion - No unpleasant odor - Safe for human use and does not alter food - Reusable dispenser
The US Army NSRDEC seeks to commercialize through patent licensing a patent pending, Long Range Patrol Water Container.
5-gallon portable plastic water container with reduced cube storage volume while maintaining the overall quality of the water being stored. Specifically, the new design has a cover cap-sealing feature that prevents dirt from contaminating the water and makes the container easier to sanitize. The container is more physically robust to prevent damage during quick airdrop techniques from short heights at low speeds known as the speedball method. In addition, to prevent water from being wasted, a new nozzle feature has been incorporated as part of the container to improve the pouring and filling, as well as having modified handles that will be adapted to support a cargo strap for transportation. The LRPWC will enhance logistical capabilities of transporting water without limiting the resources required to fully support long-range missions and allow for more efficient resupply during airdrops since it will be able to withstand airdrops from heights as high as 100ft. It will also make it easier and more efficient to pack out mission-essential materiel thereby reducing logistical support for resupply. - Provides fresh tasting water after several hours in extreme environments - Prevents contaminants from reaching the water - Easy to store and easily fits in a HMMWV - Can change its volume as a function of water consumed - Resists degradation when left outside or in damp places - Withstands speedball drops and free-fall drops from high heights - Provides controlled pouring which prevents over spillage - Easy to clean/sanitize - High denier (1050) polyester substrate with silicone coat on one side and polyurethane on the other - Silicone has non-toxic, odorless and tasteless qualities - Silicone coating has a high chemical resistance, which is impervious to mild alkalies, non-oxidizing acids, most salts, mineral and lubricating oils, air, moisture and sunlight - Operating temperature range is from -100°F to +500°F - Urethane has high abrasion and chemical resistance and low friction - Urethane is Radio Frequency Weldable
The US Army NSRDEC seeks to commercialize through patent licensing, US Patent No. 7,380,548, Issued: June 3, 2008; Mobile Field Griddle.
The Mobile Field Griddle (MFG) is a completely modular design featuring a closed heating system consisting of oil fired (JP8) interoperatable burner base, lightweight frame, thermostatic control and griddle plate. The system specifications of the MFG griddle surface are: - Surface uniformity, variance 20-25° F corner to corner - High ramp rate, 21-22° F/minute - Fast rise time, 14-15 minutes - Fast setting time, 25-32 minutes - Overshoot, 35-65° F - Modulates about set point, 15° F - Skin Temperature, average 200° F - Vent Temperature, maximum +500° F - Cooks 45 frozen hamburgers in 15 minutes or 180 per hour - Easy to clean The MFG represents the first of its class by being a closed heating system where off gas is directly vented out of the griddle heating cavity via ducting. In addition, the closed system reduces combustion by products from the oil-fired burner being rejected into the operator's environment. The MFG frame is lined with furnace insulation to minimize heat generation in the cooking area. The system is thermostatically controlled allowing the user to adjust the surface temperature from an external analog control, but more importantly modulates the burner on/off to provide a more fuel-efficient system. The most unique feature of the MFG is the waffle plate which acts as an air flow diffuser providing uniform heat distribution to the griddle plate.
The US Army NSRDEC seeks to commercialize through patent licensing a Portable Chemical Sterilizer (PCS). The PCS is a revolutionary sterilization technology designed to be portable, electricity-free, function on-site, and is 100% effective in killing infectious pathogens on used surgical instruments.
The Portable Chemical Sterilizer (PCS) prototype comprises a lightweight (< 20 lbs) and hand-carryable plastic suitcase with sufficient capacity to hold a surgical instrument tray. The PCS was engineered to control a novel chemical system (~ 300 grams of dry reagents and water) that controllably generates chlorine dioxide and sterilizes contaminated instruments in 30 minutes. After the sterilization process, excess chlorine dioxide is deactivated to preserve the environment, and the rugged plastic case is available for multiple re-uses.
Commercial and collaborative opportunities available. Not available as a standard license.
The UGR-E is a one-time use, modular, compact, self-contained unit that automatically heats group-sized meals independent of field kitchens, cooks, fuel and power. The UGR-E provides an alternative to an individual pre-packaged meal by affording Warfighters a cook-prepared meal without the cost or logistical burden of a field kitchen. It allows for heat-on-the-move and provides a group field feeding alternative. Recent accomplishments in the UGR-E development program have resulted in a 20 percent reduction in the cube of the packaged module, thus enabling 50% more UGR-Es per pallet.


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Once upon a time, very close to where you are now, an English Consultant and a Librarian had a conversation about picture books and the Greenaway Award, specifically about The Wolves in the Walls by Neil Gaiman, illustrated by Dave McKean. And so my love affair with picture books began. From then on we walked hand-in-hand through lesson after lesson, and into the sunset together, me and the picture books.
Don't get me wrong, I have always liked picture books, had fond memories of them, loved them even, but I didn't perhaps appreciate their depth, their fine art quality as much as I should, which is strange since art is one of my deep loves.
The Wolves in the Walls is an edgy graphic novel in picture book form, with illustrations from McKean that, simply put, blew me away the first time I read it. The narrative is simple. The illustration deep, a Picassoesque family and wolves so grotesquely violent they would scare the sturdiest of Year 6s even if you turned the pages very, very fast. There are pages that need no words, the illustrations do the talking. McKean and Gaiman have a long standing professional partnership in the grown up graphic novel world and this comes across in this beautifully crafted book.
It is perfect for using in the classroom (most suited I think to KS2). Children love it! It is dark, and based on the deep seated fears we all have. (Is it just me that hears a sound and gives it a back story? No, thought not!). Children like dark. It's a picture book that challenges. Not everyone likes it, but I don't think the Wolves care. It leads you into writing a sequel like a dream – how could you leave the story of the Elephants in the Walls untold? Less happy ever after, more horror all over again…
So I shall stop waxing lyrical. Here are a few ideas for how you might use it:
- As McKean would cite Picasso as an influence, this book is perfect for looking at his cubist period in particular, and looking at the construction of these images to support the children in creating their own version of the book.
- The book uses some collage techniques. This could be explored as part of an art unit looking at new illustration styles, and could be compared with Lauren Child who also uses collage but in a different way.
- The text is perfect for looking at onomatopoeia, the hissing, creaking, squeaking, bustling noises…what sorts of noises might other animals make? This could be turned into poetry.
- Explore the everyday, the familiar, Dad playing the tuba, Mum making jam, what might be happening in your house? What more unusual actvities could your family be doing?
- Use circle time to explore the family sitting around the fire coming up with plans. What plans can the children come up with for getting the wolves out of the walls? Record these so they can be used to support writing their own version
- Box the story up so the children know the structure inside out
- Talk with the children about the noises their house makes. What do they imagine those noises are at night? Can they describe the noises?
- "We should go and live in the arctic circle," said Lucy's father, "we must go and live in the Sahara desert" said her mother. "I think we should go and live in outer space" said her brother.
Discuss with the class what they think it would be like to live in any of the three places Lucy's family mentioned above. After discussion, split the class into three groups and tell each group which one of the three places they are off to live in. Each group should come up with a list of 10 things they think they should take with them.
- Look at the fonts, size and style in the book. Isolate the text from the pictures if you can. How does the font style, shape and size make you read the words? Take the phrase "She heard clawing and gnawing, nibbling and squabbling." Can the children choose a font/size to give the words a sinister meaning? e.g. chiller, or adjusting the size of the onomatopoeia words to be larger.
These are just a few of my ideas, others can be found here:
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The big advantage of a magnet calendar is that it adds visibility for your company all year long in the offices of your customers. The calendar should include pertinent business details prominently on the top, such as address, contact numbers, operating hours, and company website. You can even include a concise description of your company's specialties and expertise.
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Faye, good post. I especially like your point about the criminal believing that their wishes are all-important.ReplyDelete
Not all antagonists are criminals, however, or even truly bad guys -- sometimes they simply have opposing believes (as in political candidates) --
but if I were writing it, I'd probably write one of them as less than completely ethical, just for some plot complications ...
Thanks, Margaret, for you comment. Good point! But, of course, I was talking about the criminal. Some stories can have more than one antagonist and not all of them are criminals. As a general rule, though, most antagonist in a suspense or mystery (especially a murder mystery) are criminals. And I do so love to write about murder! :)ReplyDelete
Great post, Faye. These tips and questions to ask will certainly help writers who have criminals as antagonists.ReplyDelete
And, even for us writers who don't necessarily add criminals, we do add some unsavory characteristics to our antagonists for more conflict.
The term crime does not, in modern criminal law, have any simple and universally .... A normative definition views crime as deviant behavior that violates. florida criminal public recordsReplyDelete
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Description: A full guide to add Facebook Open Graph Protocol Meta Tags to your Blogger Blogs Using Large Blogger Thumbnail Images.
This post will guide you to add Facebook open graph Meta tags to your Blogger with easy and simple method. You may integrate your Web pages into the social graph via open graph protocol tags. Once you add the open graph meta tags on your webpage, your page would likely to equivalent as a Facebook page. When a user clicks on a Like button on your blog's homepage, and if you already have installed Facebook's JavaScript SDK to your Blogger, a connection is made between the user and your blog. It will be appeared in the 'Likes' section of the user's timeline profile. If a user clicks on Like button on your post pages, it will also display on their Facebook timeline and their friend's newsfeed. After adding Facebook open graph meta tags to your Blogger, Facebook will sync your blog information such as post title, description, author and post large thumbnail easily, and will be display on Facebook.
You have successfully added open graph protocol Meta tags to your Blogger blog. You may check these open graph Meta tags installation by Facebook debugger tool.
Conclusion: Facebook open graph meta tags help to sync our blog post data for Facebook. You can notify to Facebook that which image is your featured thumbnail, who is the author of the article etc. Your Facebook shares can be more engaging by using proper open graph meta tags.
"The data you provided via Facebook Open graph Meta tags define how your page will be represented on Facebook."
How to Add Open Graph Meta Tags to BloggerI would like to recommend you before adding Facebook open graph meta tags, create & Install a unique Facebook app and app ID for your Blogger. Now, follow the steps.
- Go to Blogger Dashboard --> Select your Blog --> Template --> Edit HTML, find the HTML attribution that will be placed on the starting as shown below,
<html ... ... ... xmlns:expr='http://www.google.com/2005/gml/expr'>
- Add the following open graph namespace to the above code (Add it only when your template doesn't have.),
xmlns:fb='http://ogp.me/ns/fb#' xmlns:og='http://ogp.me/ns#'
It will look like,
<html ... ... ... xmlns:expr='http://www.google.com/2005/gml/expr' xmlns:fb='http://ogp.me/ns/fb#' xmlns:og='http://ogp.me/ns#'>
- Now, find <head> and below it, paste the following code.
<b:if cond='data:blog.pageType != "item"'>
<b:if cond='data:blog.pageType == "static_page"'>
<meta expr:content='data:blog.pageName' property='og:title'/>
<meta content='article' property='og:type'/>
<meta expr:content='data:blog.pageTitle' property='og:title'/>
<meta content='blog' property='og:type'/>
<meta expr:content='data:blog.pageName' property='og:title'/>
<meta content='article' property='og:type'/>
<meta expr:content='data:blog.canonicalUrl' property='og:url'/>
<meta expr:content='data:blog.title' property='og:site_name'/>
<b:if cond='data:blog.postImageThumbnailUrl'>
<meta expr:content='data:blog.postImageUrl' property='og:image'/>
<meta content='http://www.your-default-thumbnail.jpg' property='og:image'/>
<b:if cond='data:blog.metaDescription != ""'>
<meta expr:content='data:blog.metaDescription' name='og:description'/>
<meta content='App-ID' property='fb:app_id'/>
<meta content='Facebook-Profile-ID' property='fb:admins'/>
Replace http://www.your-default-thumbnail.jpg with your custom image, it will be show up if your post doesn't have any image. The post host image to Blogger may help you to get direct image link. Change App-ID with your Facebook App ID that you have created as I mentioned a link above to this post. Now, change Facebook-Profile-ID with your Facebook profile ID [To know your profile ID, go to http://findmyfbid.com/ site, and type your profile URL link into the desire field, and hit 'find numeric ID ->'. For example my profile URL link is http://www.facebook.com/shadab.mohammad, if you put it and hit enter. You will see my profile ID, 1606375657.
- Inside your Blogger source code, search for "<b:includable id='post' var='post'>", and paste the following code just below to it.
<meta expr:content='data:post.author' name='author'/>
- Finally, click on Save template.
You have successfully added open graph protocol Meta tags to your Blogger blog. You may check these open graph Meta tags installation by Facebook debugger tool.
Best Practices for Facebook Open Graph Meta Tags
- Blog Post Title: You should write your blog post title with not more than 70 characters. By default, Blogger post titles are not SEO friendly since post titles contain blog title that is not good for characters limit as well as SEO. Here is complete guide to make your Blogger post title SEO friendly.
- Blog Post Description: Here, characters limit is upto 160. You should write informative & subjective description to each Blogger post.
- Blog Post Featured Image: The first image you are using in your Blogger post is currently a featured image. The image size is also important when you want to display large image on social media sites. You should try to avoid images less than 200px X 200px as a featured image. The best practic to use a better featured image is to use an aspect ratio of 1.91:1. I recommend you to use featured image of width 640px or 600px, and respectively height 640/1.91= 335px or 600/1.91=315px.
Conclusion: Facebook open graph meta tags help to sync our blog post data for Facebook. You can notify to Facebook that which image is your featured thumbnail, who is the author of the article etc. Your Facebook shares can be more engaging by using proper open graph meta tags.


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For those of you who wonder why we drive to Toowoomba for the David Hack Classic display, here is the reason.
Where else would you find WW2 aircraft on display, take a flight in one if you so choose, and see hundreds of classic and exotic cars and even an aeroplane turned into a car.
It's a visual and aural feast. Here's the Youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PxY0h3lbNcs


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