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Model estimates risks and benefits of bariatric surgery for severely obese
A computerized model suggests that most morbidly obese individuals would likely live longer if they had gastric bypass surgery, according to a report in the January issue of Archives of Surgery, one of the JAMA/Archives journals. However, the best decision for individual patients varies based on factors such as age, increasing body mass index and the effectiveness of surgery.
An estimated 5.1 percent of the U.S. population is morbidly obese, often defined as having a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher, according to background information in the article. Available evidence suggests that dietary, behavioral and pharmacologic treatments frequently do not result in meaningful weight loss for individuals in this group. Bariatric surgery appears to be the only effective therapy for promoting clinically significant weight loss and improving obesity-related health conditions for the morbidly obese. However, the procedure is not without risk, including in-hospital death.
Daniel P. Schauer, M.D., M.Sc., of the University of Cincinnati Academic Health Center, and colleagues used two nationally representative surveys and a recent large observational trial to construct a model estimating the benefits and risks of gastric bypass surgery for individuals with morbid obesity. The model included data from almost 400,000 individuals nationwide to estimate the risk of death from obesity and its complications; data from 23,281 patients undergoing bariatric surgery to calculate in-hospital death rates following the procedures; and outcomes from participants in a seven-year study to determine the effects of surgery on survival and to calibrate and validate the model.
According to the resulting model, an average 42-year-old woman with a BMI of 45 would gain an estimated additional three years of life expectancy as a result of undergoing bariatric surgery; a 44-year-old man with the same BMI would gain an estimated 2.6 additional years.
Additional analyses revealed that younger women with higher BMIs are projected to gain the most life expectancy from surgery. Younger men with higher BMIs might also gain more life expectancy after surgery, but the gain would be less for men than for women in each subgroup. "Younger patients have lower surgical risk and more time over which to realize the benefits of surgery," the authors write. "For older patients, the gain is smaller, and for some, gastric bypass surgery will decrease life expectancy."
"The decision analysis presented here is a step forward in understanding optimal patient selection but also highlights some of the areas for which better data are needed," they continue. For instance, the risk-benefit balance changes based on how effective bariatric surgery is likely to be. More information is needed about how individual patient characteristics—for example, having diabetes—affect the efficacy of the procedure.
"In conclusion, while not all patients are guaranteed a good outcome, our model indicates that gastric bypass increases life expectancy for most patient subgroups; however, for those at high surgical risk or in whom efficacy of surgery is likely to be low, benefit will be minimal," the authors write. "We believe results of this analysis can be used to better inform both patients' and physicians' decisions regarding gastric bypass surgery."
(Arch Surg. 2010;145[1]:57-62. Available pre-embargo to the media at http://www.jamamedia.org.)
Editor's Note: This study was funded by a grant from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Please see the article for additional information, including other authors, author contributions and affiliations, financial disclosures, funding and support, etc.
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Up until I found out I was pregnant with Joseph, I lead a very unhealthy lifestyle. Why wouldn't I though, I was in my mid 20's, drinking out, eating out and having fun – no shame in that. The thing that I have learned the most since becoming a Mum is that everything should be in moderation. I'm not overly strict but for every bit of chocolate I may eat, I tend to eat twice as much fruit & veg. I found that if you really deny yourself everything, you are more likely to binge even more when you allow yourself to.
Listen to me when I say my weight has fluctulated over the years. I can match the heavier pictures up to exact unhappy or stressful times in my life. I know many people say that and I can't believe I am about to share this.. but you only have to look at this picture below to see how much I have changed from then to now. I was at a bit of a lose end in my life and I was just eating absoloute crap! I was bloated from drinking.. hadn't exercised in so long.. was just very unhappy and it showed through my looks and weight.
During pregnancy I didn't deny myself anything. I fully embraced it and made the most out of it. Although having said that, finding out I was pregnant was enough for me to introduce fruit and veg into my diet more – and that I did! At the time I didn't think I put that much weight on in Pregnancy but looking back at pictures you can definatley see it in my hamster face!
I am now nearing my 1year Anniversary of joining the Gym and I haven't looked back since. What started as a way to lose my baby weight has slotted in to a way of life. I have slacked the past couple of months but as of yesterday I am baaaaaaaaaaaack. Joining the Gym was also a way to get a bit of time to myself. If I had been in most of the day, I couldn't wait to get there once Ad was home from work – it was my little getaway. Since returning to work I find it more of a struggle to find the motivation to go once home, so I also joined on to the Gym near my work so that I can go on my lunch. I tend to get to the Gym 3/4 times a week. I only get about 40minutes workout time on my lunch but you'll be suprised how much you can get done!
All in all, I am lighter and fitter than I have been in years and I am currently 2 and a half stone down. I'll admit, not binge drinking so much probably does play a part in this but I do still participate in alcoholic activities from time to time 😉 When I look through pictures, I can match up my heavier photos to the harder or unhappier times in my life.
As a Mum you tend to get more exercise than before from the constant lifting and pushing of the buggy. You don't even have to join a Gym to get fit. If I haven't been to the Gym, or simply don't have time, I try to get a quick workout in with an exercise vid on Youtube via my Smart TV. I opt for the 'Results with Lucy' videos – and someone usually joins me..
Five Months Pregnant
Nine months after Joseph
My Diet
It really started with making some simple changes to my diet. I swapped my Bread, Pasta and Pitta Bread for wholemeal, dropped my tea with 2 sugars to 1 (still working on dropping that last) cleared my kitchen out of all junk and swapped for healthy snacks so that I would have no temptations – trust me, willpower is not my thing! My diet was pretty boring than most but I was on a mission so I really didn't mind. As a guide my mealtimes would usually be based around the following;
Breakfast ( after my morning Tea – can't start my day without it )
Scrambled eggs cooked in Coconut Oil, Wholemeal toast, Avocado
Scrambled eggs cooked in Coconut Oil, Wholemeal toast and chopped chives
Omelette cooked in Coconut Oil with Spinach and a sprinkle of cheese
Porridge with Cinnamon & Honey
Special K
Any of the above Scrambled Egg or Omelette dishes.
Weight Watchers Soup ( The tomato is lovely )
Cous Cous Salad http://jaxandjoseph.co.uk/food/josephs-cous-cous-salad/
Tuna Pasta with Sweetcorn (made with low fat mayo)
Feta Salad
Wholemeal Pitta Bread, Reduced fat houmous, Cucumber
I relied alot on 'Weight Watcher' meals for my dinner. I wouldn't recommend them as a permanent fixture in your diet but definatley helped to give me a headstart. If you have time, oven cook rather than microwave and have it with lots of veg. I would always fill my plate out with lots of peas.
I always keep a stash now in the freezer to have after a weekend of pigging out or if I am feeling sluggish.
I do alot of home cooking so I always try to implement veg into my dishes when I can. Even with a Spag Bol you can add in veggies; celery, carrots, peppers, onions, courgettes, tomatoes. I always keep tins of chopped toms in my cupboard. I know it may seem easier just to buy pre made pasta sauces, but it is super easy just to make your own, and honestly even tastier. Another dish that I LOVE is Spag Bol with 'Courgetti' you can buy it fresh at your local supermarket! It really is yummy. Simple little changes to your dishes like that, really do make a difference and help to keep your weight off/consistent.
Ryvita with low fat cream cheese
Wholemeal Pitta with reduced fat houmous
Carott sticks & cucumber with houmous
Low fat yogurt with passion fruit
Fruit Salad
Rice Cakes
Jelly Pots (10calories each)
Nakd Bars – Dates are a natural sweetener which are in most of the Nakd Bars so they are perfect if you need an afternoon pick me up! The 'Banana Bread' one is amazing.
Bounce Balls – They may seem a bit pricey for what they are but they are suprisngly filling for size. Ideal for an after Gym snack. The Coconut ones are my fave.
Drinks – Cut out the fizzy, cut back on the caffeine
Homemade smoothies – My personal favourite: Coconut Water, Frozen Spinach, Frozen Berries
Peppermint Tea – My favourite is 'Pukka Three Mint Tea'
Smoothie Wise, we use our Nutri Bullet and really experiment with it. At first I was buying fresh fruit but wasting so much money as it wouldn't always get used but now we use Frozen. Frozen Spinach is the way forward aswel. I think one bag of frozen is the equivalent to like, 7 fresh – as demonstrated by Mr Jamie Oliver! If you add Spinach in to any of your fruit smooties, guarenteed you wont even taste it as the fruit is so overpowering. If you want a bit more of a sweet kick to them, add a bit of honey.
Water – the obvious choice
The key is to not beat yourself up if you slack from time to time. I have since Pre Christmas, but as soon as you get your first Gym session done, it gives you the motivation to get back on track. I find that going to the Gym motivates me to eat healthier because it just feels like a waste of my time otherwise!
I am aware that everyone is built in all different shapes and sizes but take it from me, with the right mindset and dedication it really is achievable. If I can balance work, home a baby and keeping fit then so can you. My only regret is that I wasn't smart enough to want to look after myself before Joseph!
YOU are a good enough reason to do it for YOURSELF. Everyone deserves to be happy & confident


text: Paul Scarlata - November 02, 2011 Review: Kahr CM9 Kahr's CM9 is an economy version of the firm's PM9. Some parts are MIM'd instead of machined, it has conventional rifling and it ships with just one mag. The most recent addition to Kahr's line is the CM9. It's intended as entry level or "economy" model, and for this reason it differs from the firm's standard polymer frame pistols in several respects. To hold down manufacturing costs, the exterior of the slide has fewer machining operations—resulting in a rather slab sided appearance—while the plastic front sight is pinned in place rather than using a dovetail cut. There are also fewer markings, and these are engraved rather than rollmarked.The CM9's slide stop is metal-injection molded, not machined, and the three-inch barrel has conventional rifling rather than polygonal used on higher-end Kahr pistols. Last, the CM9 is shipped with a single six-round magazine.And while none of these changes could be considered radical, they reduce the suggested retail price to only $565. So you save lot of money that can be spent on holsters, extra magazines and—most important of all—practice ammo.I have to admit was not overly enthusiastic about the CM9 when I got my test sample, but then again, while the CM9 is admittedly less glamorous than its higher priced relations, its plainness does present a simplicity I find desirable. There is nothing here that was not necessary for its intended purpose as a close range, defensive handgun.After chronographing the various loads I set up a pair of combat targets, belted on a Galco Yaqui Belt Slide holster and ran the CM9 through the following a number of drills, including weak-hand shooting, combat reloads, double-taps and slow aimed fire.Being I have a great deal of experience with my Kahr PM9, there was little about its less expensive cousin that I found surprising. The DAO trigger pull was smooth and stage-free, ergonomics were very good, and while recoil was "snappy" the aggressively checkered grip frame helped control significantly. I am a big fan of the white dot/bar sighting arrangement and feel it allows much faster sight alignment than the more common three-dot system. There were a few failures to feed with the Winchester 147-grain load, which I believe was due to it having the greatest OAL of the five types of test ammo. This shows that you should always extensively test a defensive handgun with various loads to find those that function 100 percent of the time.The only complaint we could voice about the CM9 was that the grip was a bit on the short side, which prevented us from taking a full three-finger grip. While this does enhance concealability, it was mildly problematic as regards recoil control. So as to make a comparison we also fired the CM9 with the extended seven round magazine that came with my PM9 and found it provided a marked improvement especially when it came to rapid fire follow up shots. If you have beefier paws you might want to consider purchasing a seven round magazine from Kahr.As is my usual practice I carried the CM9 daily for the next two weeks in a Galco IWB holster and I found it easy to conceal under a loose T-shirt. Thanks to its light weight and flat cross section I was hardly even aware I was carrying, but it was there if I had needed it. And that is one of the primary characteristics of any defensive handgun—one that Kahr's CM9 performs in a most admirable manner.Fast Specs Type: striker-fired, locked-breech semiauto centerfire Caliber: 9mm Luger Capacity: 6 Weight: 15.9 oz. Barrel: 3 in., 1:10 twist OAL/Height/Width: 5.42/4.0/0.9 in. Construction: stainless steel slide, textured polymer frame Trigger: DAO, 6.25 lb. pull Sights: blade front rear w/white dot; square-notch rear w/white bar Price: $565 Manufacturer: Kahr Arms, kahr.com Accuracy Results Smallest avg. group: 105-gr. Federal Guard Dog—2.5 in. Largest avg. group: 147 gr. Winchester PDX1—3.25 in. Avg. of all ammo tested (5 types)—2.9 Accuracy results are the averages of five five-shot groups fired from a Caldwell Matrix rest at 15 yards. GET THE NEWSLETTER Join the List and Never Miss a Thing. Sign Me Up


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I want to share a folder on a server and allow to a group of users to read, modify, change the contents of the file ... but only 2 allowed to delete it
how can i do this .... i tried to give all modify permision and deny the delete but in this case they can't save the file they have to save as the file>>>> what can i do
Since you wanted to give modify permission for all and when you do deny the delete it becomes more priority for the deny that's why the users cant save the docs there .I think this is not possible .May some other user comment as well.
Create two groups, initially give both groups the "simple" modify permission. On one of the groups, the one that you don't want to allow to delete, go into the advanced permissions and remove the delete permission.
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With the large-scale flow out of the northwest, one can see persistent and strong radar returns over the Tooele Valley to the northwest of the Oquirrh Mountains, upstream of the northern Wasatch, especially the Bountiful Bench Area, and upstream of the central Wasatch. Note the lack of echoes ("rain" shadowing) downstream of the Oquirrhs over the southwest Salt Lake Valley, and downstream of both the northern and central Wasatch (note: there is some blockage of the radar beam in these areas too, but there are also clear "rain" shadow effects).
Looking at a single image can sometimes help. If you look carefully at the central Wasatch, you can see enhancement on the high ridges surrounding the Cottonwood Canyons, including Lone Peak, Twin Peaks, and the Mt. Olympus areas. It is probably snowing harder in those areas than the upper Cottonwoods when that scan was taken.
I suspect that this morning we have a case of an "upside down" storm in which snowfall rates (in terms of water equivalent) are higher along the base of the mountains than on the summits. Snowfall rates might also be higher in the lower canyons than the upper canyons. That wasn't the case for the entire storm, as the mountains certainly got the goods yesterday and overnight, but it appears to be the case this morning.
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I recently brought Canon EOS 500D mid-range DSLR cameras with good promotional discounts. My photography interests date back to my school days but I did not take photography seriously until recently. Now, I'm researching for quality open source photo-software which may be available to photographers. This blog post gives a quick and dirty view of the different photo applications available for Linux operating systems:
Photography on the free software desktop has come a long way in recent years. All of the major desktop environments support camera import and provide image management and editing applications, including the all-important raw file conversion. But the desktop defaults are really geared towards casual users, optimized for point-and-shoot cameras and sharing photos online. Don't be fooled by that, though; open source can and does offer the tools to support professional photographers and high-end enthusiasts.
Rather than drop in a long, bulleted list of applications, though, let's take a look at what the open source alternatives are, task-by-task, to get a better feel for how the pieces fit together into a normal photographic workflow.
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It seems to me particularly fitting for a panel about story telling in video games to be moderated by someone who is not only knowledgeable in the topic but genuinely interested in the aspects of the industry that they do not know as much about. Who fits this description better than Felicia Day?
I know nothing about the type of video games they were discussing on this panel. They sound interesting but I just can't find enough hours in the day. Despite knowing nothing on the topic I still found the discussion to be very interesting because I could tie observations they made to writing in general. So whether you are a gamer who plays as much for the story as for the action, or a fiction writer in any stage of your development, I highly recommend you check out this panel.


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Escape Dead Island is an adventure survival horror video game developed by Swedish developer Fatshark and published by German studio Deep Silver. This is the second Dead island spin-off. On August 27, 2014, Deep Silver revealed that access to a beta version of Dead Island 2, the third main entries of the series, will be available for those who pre-order Escape Dead Island on any of the platforms.
The game is a survival mystery that follows the story of Cliff Calo, who sets sail to document the unexplained events rumored to have happened on Banoi. Arriving on the island of Narapela, part of the Banoi archipelago, he finds that not everything is as it seems. Haunted by deja-vus, Cliff will have to make sense of it all. This story-driven adventure lets players delve into the Dead Island universe and unravel the origins of the zombie outbreak.
Escape Dead Island Gameplay
Escape Dead Island is a third-person action-adventure video game with an emphasis on stealth and melee combat, with some gunplay. Players can crouch to sneak up on enemies and execute them from behind, or engage enemies in melee by swinging a melee weapon at them. Melee utilizes light attacks, heavy attacks, and a dodge move. Specific enemies can be locked onto to focus the camera and the player's attacks on them. A silenced pistol and a shotgun are available and can be aimed and fired from an over-the-shoulder third-person perspective, but ammo is limited. The game lacks the RPG-like elements of the main Dead Island games; there are no player levels, and weapon selection is non-customizable, with weapons being collected at fixed points in the game's story. As a journalist, the player character carries a camera that can be used to take pictures of significant objects in the game environment, causing the character to comment on them. The player character's deteriorating mental state plays a significant role in gameplay, with many unreal events occurring such as buildings falling from the sky, or the player abruptly transporting from one location to another when attempting to cross a room. The game uses a cel shaded graphics style.
The game initially opens 2 days prior to the Banoi Island zombie outbreak, with the player controlling "Kilo Two", a covert operative working with Dead Island protagonist Xian Mei (who provides support over the radio) to infiltrate a Geopharm facility on the island of Narapela and assassinate a mole. Despite unexpectedly finding the facility overrun by zombies, Kilo Two succeeds in killing the mole and obtaining a copy of the Geopharm data the mole was attempting to steal. However, he is prevented from leaving due to the zombie outbreak escaping the facility and spilling out onto the island, so he instead hides the USB flash drive containing the data before being attacked off-screen by a massive creature.
Meanwhile, it is revealed that Geopharm is responsible for creating the zombie virus, and are part of a global conspiracy known as the Palm Garden Order. The mole was working together with the terrorist hacker Charon, who has also infiltrated the Palm Garden Order. The mole wanted to release the data to the public and expose the Palm Garden Order, but Charon (who blames the PGO for the death of his father) instead wants to destroy the PGO with their own zombie virus.
The plot moves ahead 6 months, with the island of Banoi still cut off from the outside world by the world's governments, who have suppressed news about the zombie outbreak. Aspiring journalist Cliff Calo, the son of an influential broadcasting executive, and his two friends Linda Waterson and Devan Mavropani, arrive on Narapela hoping to uncover the truth behind the events on Banoi. Cliff is resentful due to his father passing him up for promotion in favor of his sister, and has decided to start his own independent journalism outlet with Devan and Linda. The three of them find the island apparently deserted, and after some investigation they locate a mass grave. The dead bodies abruptly begin to re-animate, and Linda is attacked and bitten by a zombie. Soon afterwards, the three of them witness a small single-engine airplane crash lands on the island. Devan carries the injured Linda to a mobile camp on top of the island's central mountain in hopes of finding safety, while Cliff goes to investigate the plane crash. Cliff soon begins to receive radio messages from Linda, reassuring him that everything is OK and encouraging him on his progress.
Cliff reaches an airfield where the plane crashed and meets up with its pilot, Xian Mei, who seems to have survived the cliffhanger ending of Dead Island: Riptide and has come to the island searching for Kilo Two and the Geopharm data. She informs Cliff that there is a secret lab on the island, which may have a cure for the zombie outbreak. Speaking to Cliff over the radio, Xian Mei guides him to collecting 3 keycards needed to access the lab. While exploring the island, Cliff begins to experience hallucinations which increase in frequency and intensity as the game progresses.
After passing out from one such hallucination, Cliff wakes up at the mobile camp just in time to witness Linda being carried away by the same massive mutant who attacked Kilo Two in the prologue. Devan appears and insists the two of them attempt to escape, stating that Linda was barely alive and will not survive, and criticizing Cliff for abandoning her while she was injured. When Cliff insists he was in communication with her over the radio, Devan reveals that he and Linda never had a radio. After an intense argument, Devan goes off to find a boat to escape the island, while Cliff attempts to pursue Linda and find the cure.
Following the giant mutant, Cliff is lead to the secret lab, where he locates the data drive hidden there by Kilo Two. He discovers the mutant is Dr. Aaron Welles, a Geopharm scientist who was infected by the virus but has undergone a unique mutation and retained his intelligence, albeit at some cost to his sanity (a concept explored in the Dead Island: Epidemic multiplayer game). Aaron and another Geopharm scientist, Faith Kimball, attempt to test a cure on Linda, but the cure is unsuccessful, implying that Linda has died. Enraged, Cliff foolishly attacks Aaron and is forced to flee from the massive mutant.
Cliff's hallucinations increase, and it becomes clear the voice of Linda he's been hearing over the radio is another hallucination. This voice begins to taunt and mock him for his mistakes and failures. Xian Mei contacts Cliff and warns him that she has planted explosives all around the island, and will soon detonate them to stop the outbreak. She tells him to leave the island, but Cliff insists on staying to find and rescue Devan. Cliff is unable to locate Devan, but is contacted over the radio by his father, who is arriving by helicopter searching for him. Cliff refuses to leave the island with his father, still hoping to find and save Devan, so Cliff's father instead asks him to give him the data drive so he can broadcast the truth to the world. However, Cliff is resentful of his father, feeling that he wants to take the credit for the discovery for himself, and refuses.
Cliff is contacted by Dr. Kimball, who tells him that Devan is with her, and to meet with them at the office of Geopharm's founder, Emery Crown. Evading Aaron, Cliff reaches the office, where Dr. Kimball explains that she has the cure for the virus and has no choice but to test it on Cliff. She then releases Devan, already a zombie, who bites Cliff before collapsing. Kimball tells Cliff he has no choice but to take the cure serum, but Cliff passes out and experiences a complete psychotic break from reality. Navigating through a surreal, heavily distorted version of the game's events, Cliff kills zombie versions of Linda and himself, defeats a hallucinatory Aaron, and locates a mental representation of the serum. Kneeling next to a convulsing Devan, Cliff apologizes before injecting one of them with the serum (the camera pans away before showing which one).
The game ends with Cliff on the beach of Narapela, releasing a floatation case into the ocean containing the data drive and his own narrated account of events. He is called back to the island by the voice of Linda. The floatation case drifts out into the ocean, and after the credits roll the plot loops back to the beginning of the game, with the floatation case passing by the boat Cliff and his friends are using to reach Narapela island. This time loop and many other strange events throughout the game imply the entire game is some sort of hallucination on Cliff's part.
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The AirBoss Moulded Glove (AMG) provides more than 24 hours protection against chemical and biological warfare agents. The AMG's special compound facilitates proper decontamination and the glove's design provides excellent tactility and dexterity.
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Here is a commonly available, seemingly harmless bottle used to store water. I have noticed its popularity in my friends and family circle. It has a dispenser made of thin plastic which can become quite brittle over time. This is one point I failed to notice when I bought it.
Yesterday was one such day when I learnt this the hard way. It was around 2 pm. Post-lunch, I reached out for my water bottle and drank some water out of it (directly) and LO! The next thing I know, I have a sharp plastic piece wedged in my throat. For a second, I didnt know how far down it had gone. I tried to bring it out but in vain.
Soon the piercing pain increased, I knew I was in trouble. I quickly got my husband on the phone and managed to tell him what was happening. I heard him yelling "Get out of the house and try to get some help immediately". I was too busy trying to vomit by tickling my throat but without much luck. Both my girls panicked. The older one ran and got me a glass of water which I was unable to drink.
Finally, some relief came my way when the plastic piece went down. I wiped my tears that were produced as a result of anxiety. What do I see next? Both my girls are sitting in front of the pooja room and praying for me. They are such dolls 🙂
I tried to vomit once again by drinking plenty of salt water but that attempt failed too. I decided to forget about the piece. I was feeling much better anyway except for the rash that the piece created in my throat on its way down.
I remembered later, that the night before, my 3-year-old had accidentally knocked the water bottle off the dressing table. I walked in, kept the bottle back on the dressing table and wiped the floor clean. This is around the time when the plastic bit would have chipped off and settled at the bottom of the bottle.
I dread to think about what might have happened to my daughter who has been taking a similar bottle to school for 2 months now. Kids drop their water bottles all the time and I dont think I can always keep guard. As a result, my bottles (even the un-chipped ones) have found their way to the dry waste can. To think of it, while buying bottles I only used to check if they were leak-proof !


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The Vintage 8 day 1885 Railway 27'' cuckoo clock by Schneider is certified by the Black Forest Clock Association as an authentic German cuckoo clock made in the Black Forest. This clock ships with a certificate of authenticity and is identified by item number 4V8-8tmt-540-9-g2. Hand carved and built by skilled craftsmen this clock stands at 26.8 inches tall not including the weights and pendulum. As with all mechanical clocks sold by Bavarian Clockworks the 1885 Railway cuckoo clock by Schneider comes with a two-year manufacturer's warranty and FREE SHIPPING.
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CUCKOO CLOCK ELEMENTS: - Fine 1885 Railroad house replica - Couples swirl to the music - Walnut finish - Ornate hand carvings - Music plays on the hour - Cuckoo calls hourly & once per half hour - 8 day cycle - pull weights once per week - Night-time shut-off - Clock body height 26.8 inches - 20.9 pounds including weights - Item #4V8-8tmt-540-9-g2
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Runamuk's Farmstay AirBnB & Surprise Giveaway!
It comes with it's own set of unique challenges, yet I'm rather enjoying Runamuk's Farmstay BnB. The people are always interesting characters, I get to serve as ambassador to the Bigelow Mountain Region that I love so much, and I'm exposing people to the realities of farm-life. While they're here, I'm feeding guests real food that I have either grown… Read more »


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Green rice, flavored with cilantro, spinach, aji amarillo paste (yellow chili peppers), and cooked with a mix of vegetables, is one of my favorite Peruvian dishes. I love the fact that it can be transformed into several variations; even a vegetarian one like this chicken-less arroz con pollo that I used to make for my vegetarian daughter for many years. Sometimes I added soy protein or tofu to the dish, and she loved it. This version -with no chicken or duck in it- makes a colorful and scrumptious side dish that goes perfectly well with beef, seafood, or fish.
In Peru, the traditional green rice is made with duck or chicken, but some cooks make it with mussels, scallops, or fried fish on top. These combinations work particularly well in the summer, when you can find an abundance of delicious fish in the market. Any type of fish will do, so use the one you like the most, or better yet, the catch of the day.
Serve with Salsa Criolla on top, seasoned with fresh lime juice and some chili pepper, and/or Salsa Huancaína on the side. This dish is perfect for a light lunch or for dinner. It reheats very well so don't through the leftovers.
- 4 fish fillets
- Salt and pepper
- ⅓ cup all/purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Green Rice
- Salsa Criolla
- Season the fish with salt and pepper, dredge with the flour, and shake the fillets to get rid of any excess flour.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the fish fillets and fry for a few minutes (about 6-7) on each side, turning once.
- The fillets must remain juicy on the inside, but nicely browned on the surface.
- Serve on top of some Green Rice (from our arroz con pollo recipe), and add a spoonful of Salsa Criolla on top.


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Circulation Links
Outstanding Carriers
The Carrier of the Year Achievement Awards Program was established in 1952 to honor youth newspaper carriers throughout Ohio. Over the years, a number of changes have been made to enhance the program that is now known as the Ohio Newspaper Carrier of the Year Award. The program and annual awards banquet were originally named for the founder, Glenn L. Cox, former Circulation Manager of the Dayton Daily News.
About the Awards
Winners receive a cash award of $1000 and a plaque of recognition. Runners-ups receive a $500 cash award and a plaque. Newspapers with a winner or runner-up in this competition will also receive a plaque from ONA recognizing their carrier's accomplishments.
The selection process is based on a point system, which includes:
- Route management: including CPM, increase of customer base, level of service
- Personal, scholastic and community service
- Supporting documents: such as letters of recommendation, photo, DM letter, other documents
2017 Winners
The 2017 Carrier of the Year Awards were presented at the 2018 ONMA Convention, which was held February 7 & 8 at the Columbus Hilton/Polaris.
Riley Borgerding
Marysville Journal-Tribune
Marysville, OH
2017 Youth Carrier of the Year
In the short time that Riley Bordgerding has been delivering the Journal-Tribune, she has made a large impression with her customers. Each and every day Riley delivers she goes above and beyond to make sure her 93 customers are well taken care of.
'Reece'-ently, Riley stuffed the Thanksgiving edition with a 2 pack of Reece's cups to show her appreciation for her customers. Not only did the subscribers appreciate the extra mile that Riley went, so did the Journal-Tribune with a front page story.
Cheryl Welty, Riley's manager, says "Riley takes the extra effort to correspond with each customer" and "all of her efforts have been rewarded by the customers with a large amounts of tips".
Julie Held
The Blade
Toledo, OH
2017 Adult Carrier of the Year
Our adult Carrier of the Year winner, Julie Held, has found that "a clean and dry newspaper delivered at a predictable time and place, is the key to keeping the subscribers happy." With an attitude like Julie's it goes to show that the doing little things and going the extra mile can make a lasting impact. As her DM, Bob Borer, has the honor and privilege to work with her during her 19 years delivering The Blade.
As a carrier, Julie finds it "ridiculous" to be able to get paid and do what she loves, driving the NW Ohio roads at night and listing to talk radio. Julie's 230+ subscribers appreciate what she loves to do and the service that she provides them.
Freda Edwards
Wilmington News-Journal
Wilmington, OH
2017 Senior Carrier of the Year
One word can be used to describe the Senior Carrier of the Year award winner Freda Edwards, DEDICATED. For the past 40 years, Freda has been delivering newspapers for the News-Journal. In Wilmington. During her carrier, Freda has never missed a delivery day which includes working through illness' and the dark days when her husband passed away. Freda explains her willingness to work, "you have a job to do and no one is going to do it for you, so you keep on going". This mentality makes her a favorite amongst her fellow carriers and the staff of the News-Journal.
When Freda is not delivering to her 180+ subscribers, she spends her time baking cookies and other baked goods for her friends and the patients at the local nursing home she visits frequently. Freda's manager, Dawn Gunkel says, "Freda is one of the kindest people that I know, and I believe if we had more people like her, the world would be a much better place".
2016 Winners
The 2016 Carrier of the Year Awards were presented at the fall circulation conference, which was held October 2 and 3, 2016 at the Nationwide Conference Center in Columbus.
2016 Youth Winner (up to 18 years of age)
Jacob McNulty, Sentinel-Tribune, Bowling Green, Ohio
Jacob started with just 21 papers in the small village of Lucky, Ohio. Luckily for the customers he added two additional routes for a total of 64 customers. He states, "I like being a carrier because you get to meet people in the community that you normally never meet".
In his three years of service, Jacob has only had one complaint. Hilda Reed, Carrier Supervisor states "during that time he has demonstrated his aptitude for "hands-on" customer service". One of his customers expressed "Jacob is not just a carrier to me. He is a neighbor and a friend".
A Senior at Eastwood High School, Jacob excels academically, has won awards as Outstanding Freshman, Sophomore, and Junior for his participation in the choir. He was awarded the Linette Butler Quiz Bowl Award. He enjoys golf, is a member of the varsity baseball team, student council and National Honor Society. Jacob also assisted teaching Fourth Grade Church class, was a cabin leader for Eastwood's Sixth Grade camp and was chosen to participate in Buckeye Boy's State.
Runner Up: Will Kring, The Courier, Findlay, Ohio
2016 Adult winner (age 19-54)
Levi Rausch, The Courier, Findlay, Ohio
To offset the cost of preschool for his children, Levi began delivering The Courier in Arlington, Ohio. Working full time at the Equestrian Center at the University of Findlay, the early hours required of a newspaper carrier helped assure the needed extra income for his family, but more importantly preserved his time to meditate and spend time with his sons.
Delivering for close to four years Levi has an impressive .22 CPT's while delivering his 138 customers. "Even being hear impaired has not diminished his ability to go above and beyond" is how his District Manager, Earl August describes Levi. Levi makes it very clear that his success in managing his routes is due to the partnership of his wife Carrie. She helps every day in preparing the papers for delivery and manages any customer service concerns.
When not delivering his route, Levi enjoys the outdoors by hunting, running and playing coed softball. You will also find him playing baseball with his sons or swimming with his daughter. Levi is an assistant track coach at Arlington High School and volunteers at his church by providing Bible Study in sign language.
Runner Up: Mark Kunstmann, Sentinel-Tribune, Bowling Green, Ohio
2016 Senior Winner (age 56-over)
Homer McIntyre, Sentinel-Tribune, Bowling Green, Ohio
Our Senior Carrier of the Year award winner represents the Sentinel-Tribune from Bowling Green. Homer McIntyre not only represents an outstanding carrier, he represents and outstanding citizen. Homer says," I became a carrier for the exercise and opportunity to meet a lot of nice people". In his case the opposite is true - he became a carrier so that a lot of nice people could meet him. One of his customer states, "He is prompt and very conscientious of all weather conditions. He far exceeds some of my previous carriers." This 83-year young senior carrier has done much to inspire all of us. Delivering for the past seven years to his nearly 40 customers speaks to his dedication. Having a zero CPT speaks to his service.
Randy Machan, Circulation Director describes Homer as follows, 'If Homer would not be a Sentinel-Tribune carrier, he would still be an inspiration'. Homer has served our country in two wars - Korea and Vietnam. He obtained the rank of Sergeant Major, the highest enlisted rank in the US Army. He has been recognized for Meritorious Service and received the Army Commendation (Third Oak Leaf Cluster), The Bronze Star and the Purple Heart.
When he has time Homer like watching sports and playing golf. He is a member of the Am-Vets, Disabled American Veterans, Korean War Veterans Association, American Legion, Elks Lodge, and Eagle Lodge in Bowling Green. He is also a life member of the VFW and Military order of the Purple Hearts.
Runner Up: Paula Planck, Marysville Journal Tribune, Marysville, Ohio
2015 Winners
The 2015 Carrier of the Year Awards were presented at the fall circulation conference, which was held September 27 and 28, 2015 at the DoubleTree Hotel in Columbus.
2015 Carrier of the Year Award winners from left to right: Cody Mason, The Findlay Courier (Youth Winner); Malysa Bell, The Toledo Blade (Adult Winner); and Rosemary "Tobi" Cowles, The Toledo Blade (Senior Winner)
About the Winners
2015 Youth Winner (up to 18 years of age): Cody Mason, The Courier, Findlay
Taking over for his older brother, Cody has been delivering The Findlay Courier for a little over a year and a half. As a 15 year old, Cody is learning to become a responsible person and "making sure things get done on my own."
Cody's personality is "other-centered," and it shows as he currently has a 0.0 cpm. Part of why Cody delivers newspapers is that it gives him time to "get to know" the customers on his route.
When Cody is not delivering The Courier, he spends his free time volunteering in his community and is a three-sport athlete at Riverdale High School.
2015 Adult Winner (age 19-54): Malysa Bell, The Blade, Toledo
For the better part of seven years, Malysa has been able to provide a service to her Toledo Blade customers before they start their day. One of the benefits of delivering that Malysa enjoys is handing a small business and being independent. Customer service is very important to Malysa. She states, "Making sure that my customers are happy is what helps maintain, as well as increase, customers on my route."
Part in what makes Malysa stand out is her involvement in the community. As the co-owner of the animal rescue program, Ford's Angel Paws Foundation, she is front and center in her community. This organization is very important to both Malysa and her fellow neighbors.
With the animal rescue, newspaper routes and seven children and three stepchildren, Malysa does not have a hard time staying busy.
2015 Senior Winner (age 55 and over): Rosemary "Tobi" Cowles, The Blade, Toledo
"Having fun since 1981." That is the motto that Rosemary - or to her friends and family, "Tobi" - has been living by. Starting her first route in 1981, Tobi has been the cornerstone for The Toledo Blade circulation department. With 250+ customers, several things are key to her longevity. "Gas and oil for my car, a good night's sleep and lots of coffee."
Part of what Tobi loves about delivering newspapers is the flexibility of delivery and "wearing clothes you want."
Besides being a dedicated carrier, Tobi enjoys spending time with her children and grandchildren. Tobi is currently working on a children's book.
Past Carrier of the Year Award Winners
- 2014 Winners: Trey Newell, The Courier, Findlay (Youth Winner); Levi Rausch, The Courier, Findlay (Adult Winner); Wanda Phillips, The Courier, Findlay (Senior Winner)
- 2013 Winners: Chance Sonnenberg, The Courier, Findlay (Youth Winner); Ed Rouston, The Courier, Findlay (Adult Winner); Otis Maynard, The Telegram News (Senior Winner)
- 2012 Winners
- 2011 Winners
- 2010 Winners
- 2009 Winners
- 2008 Winners
- 2007 Winners


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Back in the day, in the mid 70's that is, we had a very cool pedal on the product roster with three main purposes: Volume, Wah and Rotating effects. Please meet – or rediscover – the RWV!
What made this pedal unique both visually and soundwise was the rotating sound effect that was designed to emulate a Leslie cabinet that was meant to be used with organs, but had also become popular among guitarists. Since the Leslie is a very big piece of gear, this was mostly possible to use in the studio so there was a demand for a more stage and rehearsal space-friendly alternative.
As mentioned, the Rotating Wah Volume featured classic Morley Volume and Wah functionality, but in order to nail the Leslie sound, this pedal actually had a small rotating device, which could be controlled using an INTENSITY knob located on the side of the pedal and a Variation Lever on top of the box would control the Depth of Rotation, creating a cool Doppler effect.
Did you know that a play on name 'Leslie' actually lent itself to the Morley name? Well it did: The less / more, more / less phrase eventually turned into: Mor(ley) / (Les)lie! 🙂
In conclusion, we have been around for many decades and we're proud of our past creations, just like we pride ourselves with the fact that we have continued to follow the overall path of making great-sounding pedals, but always improve them without sacrificing tone or quality. For example, we have developed optical circuits and switchless designs, but never messe with the classic Morley sound!
Check out this cool video demo of the original RWV created by John Aselin. Thanks for a great demo of this classic piece of gear.
And if you like that kind of sound in a pedal, you should definitely check out our Stereo Chorus Volume that also gives you Volume and Wah, plus a modulation effect. In this case, it's a delicious, swirly chorus effect, but it can be set to enter the rotating territory. Obviously in its own unique way, but nonetheless worth checking out if you are looking for a single pedal to cater for your Volume, Wah and Sweet-Modulating needs.


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March 13: First Sunday of Lent Year A
Readings: Gen 2:7-9, 3:1-7; Rom 5:12-19; Matt 4:1-11
Faithfulness, temptation and choice are the key words that help us to focus on the message of this Sunday. The Lenten Season that began on Ash Wednesday leads us immediately to imitate Jesus who spent 40 days in the wilderness. In the first reading from the Book of Genesis, we listen to the familiar story of creation and fall of Adam and Eve our first parents. God had created them for happiness. They were supposed to be together always, but the man was no where to be found just when the woman needed him most. We are told that when the woman was confronted by the devil and deceived, she chose to eat the fruit God had forbidden. After eating the fruit and finding it was good to eat, she brought it to her husband who also ate it. The Tempter succeeded in deceiving them that by eating the forbidden fruit, they would immediately get far superior knowledge. They were under the illusion that such knowledge would enable them to do things by themselves isolated from God. They thought they would be their own masters. Instead, they alienated themselves from God and became strangers and fearful of God. The tragedy of the human fall from grace had taken place. They had a choice to say yes to their Creator, but they said no, thus breaking their relationship with their Creator. Both were liable. Their action plunged the entire human race into the original sin. From our first parents, we therefore carry the seeds of unfaithfulness, disobedience and of selfishness, thus rebelling against God. Yet, because God is compassionate, our human condition of weakness is not hopeless. God does not abandon us, but seeks to reconcile us with Himself.
That is why Paul in the Second Reading speaks about Christ reversing the situation of human disobedience. Just as in Adam all have sinned through disobedience, so in Christ all are justified through Christ's obedience and faithfulness to the Father. In Christ, the old Adam has lost his power of rebellion that leads to death. In his death and resurrection, Christ becomes the new Adam, and destroys the isolation of humanity from God. Christ puts humanity back into a proper relationship of grace with God. The Gospel reading helps us to reflect on the faithfulness of Jesus that enabled him to overcome the devil's temptations. Three times Jesus is tempted by the devil in the desert, and three times he resists, because he not only knows the Scriptures, but he also remains faithful to it: "Be off Satan! For Scripture says: You must worship the Lord your God, and serve him alone". It is not enough for us to know God's Word or his Commandments. The temptations of Jesus have all the trimmings of bodily desires, illusions of power, shortcut to success or any other seductions and addictions that haunt the human mind today. The human mind however is also capable of rationalizing human weakness and that leads to hypocrisy. The central message of this Sunday may be summed up in three points. 1) There is a striking contrast between Jesus in today's Gospel and our first parents in the first reading. While our parents were deceived by the devil, Jesus was able to overcome the temptations of the devil. 2) Just as Jesus overcame the devil's temptations by being faithful to the Father, we too are challenged to remain faithful to the Father in order to overcome the devil's temptations. We pray for God's grace, that during this Lent we may make an effort to remain faithful, as we prepare for the celebration of Easter. 3) We must never rationalize our human weakness when we give into temptation. Lent is the time to turn around (conversion); to make a u-turn and walk with Christ.
©2011 John S. Mbinda
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Watch: Tall Paul [No Questions]
Minneapolis MC Tall Paul has never shied away from speaking his mind.
Born Paul Wenell Jr., his music has addressed everything from Martin Luther King's imperfections (All Kingz) to the Dakota Access Pipeline (#BadDAPL).
In his latest video for No Questions, directed by Mercies May, the subject is police brutality. And as usual, he doesn't hold back.
Off of his latest album, No Good Good Guy, the song tells the stories of George Stinney, a 14-year-old African-American boy who was executed in 1944 by electric chair for a crime he was wrongfully convicted of, and Tamir Rice, a 12-year-old African-American boy who was murdered in 2014 by police in Cleveland, Ohio, while he was playing with a BB gun.
"The cases of George Stinney and Tamir Rice spoke to me because their wrongful deaths at the hands of police and the American criminal justice system are two separate incidents that illustrate the irrelevance of age and time when it comes to the indiscriminate and unjustified use of lethal force by police," Wenell explains. "It didn't matter that George Stinney was only 14 years old or that there were absolutely no legitimate witnesses and no incriminating evidence to show that he supposedly murdered two young girls in South Carolina in 1944. He was accused simply because he was seen speaking to those girls that day, and because he was black. At his trial, the court found him guilty in a matter of minutes, based solely on the non-factual testimony of police officers claiming he came to them and admitted to the crime. He was then sentenced to death and died by electric chair.
"Both of these cases go to show that not even youth are safe from police brutality in America, and that America's criminal justice system and policing have not changed at all."
To learn more about Tall Paul, check out our 20 Questions blog post.


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King's Cross
Beautiful hand made bicycles and accessories at the heart of Islington. A fusion of style, retro charm and high quality components.
Beautiful hand made bicycles and accessories at the heart of Islington. A fusion of style, retro charm and high quality components.
An urban bicycle manufacturer, creating bikes for you to enjoy the adventure, freedom and beauty of cycling the city streets.
A cycling insurance, just not as you know it.
Share the risks, share the fun.
Specialist instructor's providing solo, group, and school cycling courses for children in and around London
A friendly local bicycle shop and cafe, staffed by a team passionate for all things cycling and attending to the cycling needs to East Londoners and beyond.
Emu is more than just an electric bike — it's a new sense of freedom and fun. Check out this fresh new brand, designed for everyday living.
Delivering tasty curries in zero-plastic tiffin boxes every Friday night in Hackney, by bike
Artisan baker who locally produces hand made organic breads, sourdough, patisserie and delivers them by bicycle.
A monthly membership-based children's bike service provider that you can swap for a bigger size as your kids grow.
A fun, fast and convenient cargo bike taxi service in London available via an app. Welcome to the future of urban transport!
Artist with a penchant for bicycles, Naomi Davies is narrating the story of everyday life through the art of pen and watercolour.
All inclusive and dedicated next day express courier service for bicycles in transit.
Enjoy the fantastic scenery Yorkshire has to offer from the handlebars. Bicycle rides and tours led by experienced local riders.
Next day collection & delivery bicycle service offering shipping within the UK and abroad
Offering a range of bike parts and accessories far away from the one-size-fits-all ethos. Isambard's has everything you need to keep your ride in top condition or a range of bikes for an upgrade.
Lifestyle cycling brand born out of a passion for art, music, fashion and all things bike.
The team at Dry Patch creates functional and fashionable gear for commuters on two wheels. Their innovative designs will keep you dry from the bottom up.
The People's Poncho offer a solution to bulky and uncomfortable jackets whilst cycling. Their ponchos offer a way to enjoy cycling while staying stylish and without decreasing movement.
A small workshop packed with expertise and experience. Find them in Brick Lane sharing premises with Temple Cycles.
Servicing your bike when you're at work or at home so it's ready when you are
Unique little bike vases to take with you and add a touch of colour, wherever you are.
High-quality cycling clothes and accessories for those who love cycling.
A social enterprise enabling young offenders to successfully reintegrate into society through speciality coffee roasting skills and barista training.
Stylish waterproof outerwear specifically for women - from boardroom to mountain peak or cycle commute!
Beautifully crafted jeans, designed to last. Comfortable to wear whilst cycling as well at your destination.
Bringing you practical and beautiful cycling accessories. Designer of the award-winning multi tool system, the MODUAL.
Indulge in an Italian inspired menu at this cafe restaurant in Folkestone Gardens. Taste their locally sourced fresh produce, from breakfast to dinner. Ideal location for families with or without bicycle.
Cycle clothing created from a passion for cycling and designed with an accent on quality and performance
Blubel is the smart bicycle bell that shows you the way and guides you along safe, cycle-friendly routes anywhere in the world.
A new custom built smart tote bag that snugly and securely fits bikes available through bicycle hire schemes
Innovative safety cycling products including bicycle direction indicators, the Winglights.
These guys are on a mission to get people back on bicycles. They believe the bicycle is one of human's greatest ever inventions – so simple yet so effective.
Practical in design, playful and friendly, Goodordering offer a range of bags that fuse function with retro fashion - perfect for trips out on your bike!
Bikes Direct has everything you need under one roof with a wide range of make and model for all the family, They deliver all over the UK.
Hard wearing bicycle cover with all the practicalities and useful features expected by modern bicycle users.
Established in 2015, the designers behind Hopkinson England always aimed to build a luxury label specialising in high-end handmade British cycling accessories.
Elegant and practical handmade cycling bags. From saddle bags to backpacks, put some style back into your ride.
The solution for keeping all your sports gear in one place, dried and ready to be put away in the wardrobe.
Cycle from bike to boardroom in high performance womenswear. For the modern woman on the go.
The London Bike Kitchen's purpose is to support people in learning how to fix their own bikes. Knowledge is empowering and you can gain it here.
A new, intuitive navigation device that puts the fun back into getting around by bike.
Coffee bars in East London with a passion for coffee roasting. Deliver to your door too.
Mobile mechanics offering door-to-door service and repairs. These guys will collect and deliver within one hour window from your office or home.
Recycling and servicing good quality adult and children bicycles, giving them a new lease of life.
A lovely café offering nutritious food for hungry riders looking for a healthy breakfast, brunch or lunch and a coffee.
From the South Pacific to South London. Independent Antipodean-style café with a range of seasonal, fresh and locally sourced food. Dine-in or take away.
Lovingly restoring old classic bicycles with a personal touch and a bout of magic.
Urban commuters clothes for everyday's situation, from bike to boardroom.
Real bicycle shop with real people in Crystal Palace. Wide range of bicycles and accessories, including their own brand, Talbot Frameworks.
Practical and smart clothing for looking good on and off the bicycle. Designed and Manufactured in London.
Organic food and drink cycling tours taking you at a leisurely pace around Kent and East Sussex countryside.
Russ Jones started Hackney GT cycle clothing in 2011. What was originally a one-off jersey for his music production company Hackney Globe Trotter has now turned into a standalone brand.
Bringing to you their mobile bicycle shop along with the highest level of support. Bike Clinique are all about attention to detail, engagement, courtesy and expedient service.
There is no need to compromise on style and comfort with this range of padded cycle lingerie from Bike Nicks. Designed to help female cyclist feel confident, stylish and at ease in the saddle.
This shop is the go-to place for cargo bikes in London; it was created with a love and passion for cargo bikes and cycling as a means of transport
Quite possibly the largest local independent bike shop in London. Wide range of bikes, clothing and accessories. Bike fitting service available from their workshop.
Based in North London, Cycle Store has served the Barnet community for over 15 years. wide range of cycles from children's bikes to Brompton.
Practical solutions for hanging your bike on the wall in style. Inside or outside.
Bike maintenance courses for all levels from beginner to professional inspiring more people to cycle.
Start your own story today with this beautifully crafted cycling travel journal.
The Attendant are on a mission to make having a coffee one of the most enjoyable experience as well as bringing ethical values to the café scene in the UK.
Practical stylish accessories, clothing and gifts for the modern urban cyclist.
Principled independent cafe, serving delicious food with pride in a plastic-free kitchen in Hampton Court.
Mobile bicycle repair shop in London whatever the weather.
Independent bicycle shop with full service and repair centre. Selling new and used bikes, spares and accessories.
Kick Scooters are a fun way to get some exercise, go places and feel like a kid!
An independent Italian Café in East Dulwich with vegetarian and vegan options always on the menu.
RW Works is the label name of West London leathersmith Richard Williamson. Many years of experience and a love of crafting with leather has led to the unique designs he produces.
A cafe in Brick Lane that will sustain your thirst, hunger and creativity thanks to homemade vegan food, coffee and community space.
A taste of the countryside in London thanks to this cafe located in Mudchute Park and Farm.
For sleek designs, practical accessories and all round cycling style, the online shop The Cycling Store is the place to visit.
A retro and vintage bicycle shop in Hackney Wick. Friendly and female owned.
A small independent hand screen-printed clothing company from South East London with a big statement.
Innovative cycling lights and technology to accompany you as you discover and connect with the city.
We all hope the worst won't happen, but cycling theft and accidents do happen. Ascent Insurance by Worry and Peace give you the security of knowing all is not lost.
Local independent shop in Redhill selling a wide range of bikes and accessories for all customers from commuters to racers.
A modern take on the classic Shopper, adorned with a luxurious bespoke front carrier.
SureLight is a bright, innovative rear bicycle light that alerts other road users of sudden movements.
Brake bikes are three designed single speed bikes, in specific three-colour combinations. Limited to less than 100 in each colour combination, they are also numbered and exclusive to each buyer.
Brighton Bike Sheds constructs and installs bike storage for cyclists in Brighton and London. There are various shapes and designs available to suit all spaces.
Beautifully light reflective knitwear. Hand crocheted by vulnerable women in London. Feel good, do good.
Carry Me Bikes is a social enterprise based in East London helping families and businesses to access cargo bikes.
The best ideas don't come to us sat in stuffy offices. Get outside, meet new people, or build on existing relationships and watch the ideas flow.
From their workshop in Peckham, South London they create a unique range of cycle saddles, using their experienced leather moulding techniques and design, they are all handcrafted using 6oz leather. Make your saddle your own.
Equipping refugees in London with bicycles. This free & personal form of transport helps people in the most difficult of circumstances start to build a new life.
Athlete Lab London is the first European offering of its kind and is the only place to offer studio training on real bikes in a safe and effective training environment.
Pedal It is a cycle shop based in South-East London. This is an independent bike shop close to Lewisham and Blackheath, supplying everything the discerning cyclist needs to look and feel the part.
Create a heart shaped cycle route, get some friends together and then feel the positive energy as you ride along.
With 2 shop locations and a variety of rides run from their locations, Maison du Velo are serious about bikes. They stock all the best known brands and have the expertise to help you get what you need without fuss.
Seasonal flowers chosen from the flower market on Monday morning. All bouquets are £28 and include delivery by bicycle between midday and 5pm from Monday to Friday.
AW Cycles has been part of the cycling community in Reading since 1994, serving the riders with all the parts and accessories they need. As an independent bike shop, they will work hard to offer you everything you need.
A bike shop specifically designed for women in Battersea, aiming to make cycling an accessible hobby and mode of transport. Whether beginner or enthusiast, they can help.
The guys at Flag Bikes firmly believe that cycling is 50% coffee - and they have built a bike shop and cafe to prove it. Based in Battersea Park Road, they perfectly combine the best of both worlds.
Situated in Southfields London, Cycleworx have built a reputation based on the quality of their work and customer service. Parts, merchandise and repairs all available in store.
Bespoke Cycling, based in Central London, is a bike shop offering fitting and workshop services to all types of cyclists. Focussing on the client to ensure everyone they serve is at the centre of the shopping experience.
Bon Velo is a bicycle shop in Herne Hill, designed to be bright, fun and shopper friendly. The team want to help everyone to get on their bike, no matter their age or ability.
Cycle Junxion provide London's cycling community with a space filled with experienced staff. They offer knowledge and passion and help with all your cycling questions.
Cycle PS aims to offer a fresh take on the well-known bike shops of London. Not only having a workshop, servicing and bikes to offer, you can also settle down to a well-deserved brew in their cafe and bar.
Soho Bikes combines beautiful coffee roasts and the joy of cycling. Whether you see it as a coffee shop with a bike shop or the other way around, there is no denying you can buy a new ride and keep the caffeine levels up all under one roof.
Cyclab, offering a range of services and parts, is based in the heart of Shoreditch. Coffee, juicebar, servicing, accessories and components. Everything you could need.
Chelsea Pedlars welcomes everyone to play bike polo irrespective of age, gender or ability. This sport offers fun and exercise and all you need is the will to give it a go!
Founded in 2006, Bicycle Richmond aimed to support the cycling community in the area. 10 years on and still going strong, the shop continues to help the locals get on their bikes.
Cycletastic is a community project making cycling accessible to everyone by offering low cost parts and lots of advice as well as training.
Cyclopolis is an independent bike shop and workshop based in Balham. Offering a range of services, parts and repairs to all cyclists alike.
A long established independent bike shop in Beckenham, Deen's Garage has a huge range of bikes and parts in store. Catering to the whole family, the team can help you find the right thing no matter what you are looking for.
Designed specifically for parents who want to teach their own children to cycle. Led by a national standard qualified cycling instructor, we'll show you the inside tips and techniques to get your children riding safely and confidently in quick time.
Finsbury Cycles is an independent bicycle shop in Finsbury Park. Established over 10 years ago, they are a member of the Association of Cycle Traders and focus customer service, price and products to all their customers.
Experience the city of London on an awesome bicycle tour, or hire a bike and explore on your own. The London Bicycle Tour Company have been in this business for decades, you're in safe hands.
Hill & Ellis is a British company producing beautifully crafted bike bags for the style conscious cyclist.
Fully charged specialise in electric bikes. They have a cool showroom on Bermondsey Street where they showcase a whole range of e-bike brands, where you can find an e-bike that's right for you.
Great bicycles, styled practical clothing, fantastic workshop & awesome coffee. What more do you want from a bike shop?
Chelsea Bikes is an independent bike shop selling high quality and stylish bikes to the experienced and beginner cyclist. They deal in new and used bikes to cater to all budgets and style preferences.
I Bike London are on a mission to promote and celebrate cycling in London. They organise free and fun rides and bike parties every month, and they'd love for you to join them!
A cycling festival like no other, expect the usual and unusual with art installations, bike film premieres, craft beer, coffee & street food all with live music and DJ's.
A bike shop that focuses on performance cycles, across two locations. Pearsons Cycles offers everything for the cycling enthusiast.
A & S Cycles has been trading for nearly 30 years, supplying a wide range of high quality bikes and accessories as well as carrying out bike repairs.
London Velo is a welcoming bike shop café bar in Deptford, South East London. They offer you quality coffee, bike servicing, food and accessories.
Flying Dutchman are specialists in Dutch cycling - all of their Dutch bikes are handmade in Europe and can be customised to suit your needs.
Offering everything you could possibly need from three locations, On Your Bike is the one stop shop for any cyclist.
Bike chain bling. Bespoke jewellery made from used bike chains, designed for cyclists and recyclists of all ages.
Aiming to help as many people ride bikes as possible, the guys behind The Hackney Peddler work to save old bikes from the scrap heap.
The Stolen Ride service is Twitter based. Simply, riders with bikes stolen in London tweet the account @StolenRide and the community share the bike details by retweeting and actively looking out around London and online.
Cloud 9 Cycles was founded in 2009 with one simple aim: To build top-end bikes using the highest quality, best value and most attractive components available.
FullCity Cycles, is a unique bike shop in central London, offering a wide range of bicycle repair and servicing options, to cover anything from replacing an inner tube to a full service and replacement of parts.
A bicycle workshop in Kentish Town offering a full range of servicing, repairs and refurbishments
A registered charity that provides free access to cycling equipment and facilities via inclusive, friendly and rewarding family oriented events.
Fun, guided bike tours offering a unique way to see the best London has to offer. With bicycles hand made in England, and a bit of tweed thrown in, what better way to experience the great British city.
Three Wheels Coffee combines two passions of many people - cycling and coffee. Offering a range of blends from their Espresso bar in London Bridge plus a coffee cart to hire for any event.
Providers of unique Bike Tours around London focussing on the fascinating women that have made an impact on the capital. Take in the sights and learn about the women that shaped the city.
The team at Moore's Cycles have made it their mission to always be a great independent bike shop for choice, value and sound advice. With three stores they can always offer whatever you are looking for.
The Tweed Run is an annual bicycle ride with a bit of style. Join in your well-pressed best, and cycle through London's most iconic landmarks
London to Europe bike tours that provide the excitement, wonder and experience of international travel without the need for the carbon emissions of flights. Aiming to provide an authentic and rewarding experience on the safest, prettiest routes possible.
8Ball bicycles are designers and builders of completely hand made bicycles. From the off-the-peg models to the fully bespoke custom builds.
Home of Plico, the new lightweight, foldable and stylish urban cycling helmet for commuters who want an easy fit in their active life.
Offering fitting of spare and full repairs to all makes and models of bike. Located in E8 and comprosing of a shop and bike-friendly cafe
Bikeworks is a not-for-profit organisation offering courses, workshops, bike repair clubs and community projects aiming to use cycling to benefit everyone.
Litelok is an award winning bike lock offering flexibility and security while being lightweight. Available to buy online.
A high quality bicycle training and servicing enterprise which operates completely off-grid, via a gift economy, and is moving towards zero waste.
Situated in the heart of Brixton and operating as a co-op, these guys are passionate about bikes, selling accessories and making repairs.
The Bamboo Bicycle Club is a London based workshop. They're passionate about helping people to build and ride their own unique bicycle.


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Pneumonia is an inflammatory condition of the lung. It is often characterized as inflammation of the the alveoli and abnormal alveolar filling with fluid. The alveoli are microscopic air filled sacs in the lungs responsible for exchanging carbon dioxide for oxygen.
You can get community-associated pneumonia in your daily life, such as at school or work. Healthcare-associated pneumonia is contracted when you are in a hospital or nursing home. This type of pneumonia may be more severe because you already are ill.
Germs called bacteria or viruses usually cause pneumonia. Pneumonia usually starts when you breathe the germs into your lungs. You may be more likely to get the disease after having a cold or the flu. These illnesses make it hard for your lungs to fight infection, so it is easier to get pneumonia. Other risk factors include:
Symptoms of pneumonia caused by bacteria usually come on quickly. They may include:
When you have mild symptoms, your doctor may call this "walking pneumonia."
Older adults may have different, fewer, or milder symptoms. They may not have a fever, or they may have a cough but not bring up mucus. The main sign of pneumonia in older adults may be a change in how well they think. Confusion or delirium is common. Or, if they already have a lung disease, that disease may get worse.
Symptoms caused by viruses are the same as those caused by bacteria. But they may come on slowly and often are not as obvious or as bad.
If you are older than 65, you smoke, or you have a heart or lung problem, you may want to get a pneumococcal vaccine. It may not keep you from getting pneumonia. But if you do get pneumonia, you probably will not be as sick.
You can also lower your chances of getting pneumonia by staying away from people who have the flu, colds, measles, or chicken pox. You may get pneumonia after you have one of these illnesses. Wash your hands often. This helps prevent the spread of viruses and bacteria that may cause pneumonia.
For most people, pneumonia can be treated at home. It often clears up in 2 to 3 weeks. But older adults, babies, and people with other diseases can become very ill and they may need to be in the hospital.
Antibiotics are used to treat pneumonia is caused by bacteria. Pneumonia caused by a virus is treated only with home care, including:


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No. 1 UCLA Tops Oregon 6-3
April 22, 2001
EUGENE - For the second straight day, the University of Oregon softball team fell behind early to the No. 1 ranked UCLA Bruins, staged a comeback and eventually lost. The Bruins improved to 44-4, 7-4 Pac-10 with a 6-3 victory over Oregon (25-29, 1-10) in front of 238 fans at Howe Field Sunday.
'We played well and competed hard, but we had too many costly errors,' Oregon head coach Rick Gamez said. 'When you play the top teams, you can't afford to commit that many errors.'
Oregon kept pace with the Bruins, scoring three runs on eight hits, but committed four errors to UCLA's one. The Bruins scored six runs on nine hits.
The brunt of UCLA's scoring came in the top of the second inning when it scored four runs on four hits. Center fielder Stephanie Ramos hit a two-RBI single to center field that scored Crissy Buck and shortstop Natasha Watley. With Ramos on second base, Tairia Mims hit a home run to give UCLA the early 4-0 lead.
The Ducks' comeback was confined to the third inning as they scored all three of their runs on five hits in the inning. Freshman Kate Peterson walked and Amber Hutchison followed with a single to left field. Both runners advanced on a passed ball and third baseman Lynsey Haij drove in Peterson with a single to left field. Sophomore Alyssa Laux continued the rally with a single to center field that scored Hutchison. Sophomore pitcher Andrea Vidlund (9-7), who picked up the loss for Oregon, loaded the bases with a single to center field and junior Missy Coe scored Haij with a hit to right field. UCLA ended the rally with a double play off senior Triawn Custer's hit back to the pitcher in Oregon's next at bat.
The Bruins extended their lead, scoring a run in the fourth and fifth innings. Freshman Keira Goerl got the win for the Bruins.
Offensively, Oregon was led by Laux, who went 2-for-4 with one RBI.
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I like to make holiday worksheets for writing note names and I realized I have never posted one with Easter Egg notes. You can also use this with beginners to write L and S for line and space.
I made one copy on card stock and laminated it. It sits on the table with some dry erase markers and students can do it while they wait for lessons or for parents to pick them up. If a student is just learning the notes (and for younger children), I sit and do it with them because they need some help in saying the alphabet up and down the staff.
If students do enough of these throughout the year, they really do learn note names! Learning note names is a long process and it takes a lot of reinforcement.
If you want some Easter composing ideas for young students, check out the composing section where there are two levels of Easter composing activities.


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Mrs. Stephanie BrickerSecondary Mathematics TeacherEmail: firstname.lastname@example.com: (610) 889-1900, ext. 22081
Welcome to my web page! My teaching schedule for the 2019-2020 school year is as follows:HomeroomPeriod 1: Honors PrecalculusPeriod 2: Math Help Center Duty (Room 81)Period 3: Honors PrecalculusPeriod 4: Algebra 1Period 5: Co-Taught Algebra 1 with Mr. BarrPeriod 6: Preparation PeriodPeriod 7: Co-Taught Algebra 1 with Mr. BarrDaily assignments will be listed in Canvas for Honors Pre-Calculus and Algebra 1. Note: When students are absent, they should first check Canvas to find out what they missed.Algebra 1: Our Algebra 1 curriculum this year is from the Illustrative Math Program. If you would like more information, please follow the links provided below:Family Materials: im.kendallhunt.com/HS/families/1/index.htmlStudent Materials: im.kendallhunt.com/HS/students/1/index.htmlAlgebra 1 "Discussion" question:There are 4 hay bales on one hill and 5 hay bales on another hill. If you combine them on a third hill, how many hay bales are there? (Turn in your answer with justification tomorrow).Honors PreCalculus: Every student will sign out a hard copy textbook.Announcements:After school help: I meet with students in my classroom (#81) on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 2:30pm - 3:00pm (unless I have a meeting during that time). I am ALSO available before school/during homeroom starting at 7:30 am.Recommended Free App that can help you learn/study:1. Khan Academy: Offers the following math topics: Arithmetic, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Calculus- need Wi-Fi to download the app


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NYX Mini Nail Polish In Pistachio
Hey Everyone,
I am here with a nail polish from a limited edition set from NYX Cosmetics namely, Love Is In The Air. I got this nail paint set few months ago and really loving these cute bottles of so many different shades.
The shade that I will be showing you all today is a very pretty light shade of teal blue. There are so many shades of teal or aqua blue in the set and each one is entirely different from each other. The shade is named Pistachio.
Lets know what the brand says about the nail paint.
About NYX Mini Nail Polish In Pistachio
The high-quality formula comes in our best shades of the season. Hopeless romantics can thank us for the long-lasting formula later. We love you too!
Key Features-
- Coats nails with high sheen color in just a few strokes.
- We love options and this set gives us so many to choose from.
Price– These come in a limited edition set of 18 nail polish which is priced at $20 for 18 nail paints
Directions To Use-Twist and wipe excess product on the opening of the bottle. Swipe polish down the center of nail from cuticle to tip and repeat on both sides until saturated with color. Wait a few seconds to dry and repeat as necessary.
Packaging– This mini nail polish comes in a round transparent glass bottle with a black cap which has the applicator brush to apply the nail paint. It perfectly fans out over the nails in a single swipe and gives an opaque stroke of color. The nail paint bears the name of the brand.
Shade– The shade that I will be showing you all is a pretty light teal blue shade or light aqua green as you may imply. The shade is undoubtedly very pretty and if you are fan of coral green shades then you will definitely like this shade to the core.
Texture– The nail paint has a decent consistency and is neither very thick or runny. The super dry formulation and texture is surely commendable. You don't need many coats of this nail paint as it gives a perfect pop of color in a single swipe itself.
My Experience with NYX Mini Nail Polish In Pistachio
Well, I am really fond of these cute little nail paint bottles and I am loving this shade on my nails these days. Along with the shade the stack rings have also made me fall for the shade because together these look really pretty and make my hands look very attractive.
I like such muted shades when it is not too dark not too bright and just a pretty shade. The shade is opaque in a single swipe but 2 coats of it will surely do no harm and make the nail color look even.
The matte finish with a glossy shine makes the color look really pretty.
The nail paint is chip resistant for about 4-5 days with a top coat. The shade is quite symbolic of freshness and the gloomy weather makes it really adorable as it makes one remember the beautiful aqua green shade of the seas!
The nail paint will last only few uses and after 5-6 times they will be exhausted. But the price in which I got the whole set, it is something totally justified. 🙂
What I like about NYX Mini Nail Polish In Pistachio:
- Very beautiful pista green/ light teal blue shade
- Decent consistency
- Quick dry formulation
- Very handy mini bottles
- A single coat gives an opaque color
- Glossy Matte finish
What I don't like about NYX Mini Nail Polish In Pistachio:
- It will not last longer
- May not look flattering on deep skin tones
Will I recommend?– Well, as for the whole set I think it is a great set to have and in such an affordable price tag!
Have you tried NYX Mini Nail Polish In Pistachio?
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Concurring with an Uttar Pradesh court's observation underlining the need for a statutory forum for the electronic media, Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy has said "it's quite natural" to have such a mechanism when TV channels often compromise on the veracity of the news to improve their ratings. Kerala is home to a dozen Malayalam TV channels that air news and other programmes.
Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy told IANS that even though TV channels here have no permanent friends and enemies, they are under tremendous pressure to improve their ratings. "In this run for better ratings, they at times compromise on the veracity of the news.
Yes, when the print media has a statutory forum, it's quite natural that the electronic media too should have one," said Chandy. Of the dozen TV channels in the state, six are 24-hour news channels. There is fierce competition in the state which has high literacy and TV proliferation.
Rajmohan Unnithan, Congress spokesperson and a film actor, said that in the West, the 'idiot box' has been thrown out of the drawing rooms and in Kerala, that scenario is just round the corner. "The credibility of news channels here has taken a severe drubbing because it's a free for all and already many have told me that they rarely watch news as truth on many occasions is compromised.
"Hence if there's a way out, then some sort of forum should be in place if someone has to air their grievances," said Unnithan who a few years back faced the music when news-hungry TV channels went to town after he was found in the company of a female co-party worker at night. Though he was cleared by a court of having done no wrong, the controversy still haunts him.
The Lucknow bench — of Allahabad High Court — of Justices Devi Prasad Singh and Ashok Pal Singh while hearing a petition filed by social activist Nutan Thakur said Friday that since no such mechanism existed for the electronic media, the union government needs to provide one.
Retired Supreme Court justice K.T. Thomas, who in the past refused to head the Press Council of India for lack of adequate powers, welcomed the court's observation. "Yes, no doubt, there should be a statutory forum in place.
I wish the Centre will look into the directive and also rise to the occasion," Thomas told IANS. Roy Mathew, chief editor of Surya TV of Sun Network, welcomed the observation of the Lucknow bench but cautioned that the forum should not be a toothless tiger. "What happens today in most cases is irresponsible TV journalism and the victims in most cases are politicians…
Many of these news reports do not have a life beyond a few hours, but the damage caused by them is irreversible and hence some sort of a quasi-judicial body is required," said Mathew.
(Source: IANS)
(Source: IANS)


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After one of our poorest performances in a long old time, Wenger has a job on his hands to steer this team into the calm waters of the close season having claimed fourth place.
Out of all cup competitions and nowhere near challenging for an automatic Champions League spot, let alone the title, perhaps this kind of uncommitted, laissez-faire performance was just a matter of time in coming. And perhaps it's what the team needs to wake it from its dozy comfort zone.
Playing like that, there's a banana skin waiting to be slipped up on in every game between now and the end of the season. West Ham on Saturday? With two straight wins behind them and having seen us waving the white flag yesterday, I bet they fancy their chances.
The defence was "horrendous", the midfield out-thought and out-fought, and 50% of the attack was wearing concrete boots.
As we all know, this team is capable of so much more. Sadly, the team has not managed to shake off the hammer blows of being knocked out of all three cup competitions in ten days. Mentally, it's struggling to get excited by the season's run-in.
Couple that with the undeniably painful loss of Henry and van Persie, and we have looked horribly ordinary. Yesterday, as soon as we conceded the first goal the game felt over. As a fan, that's an uncomfortable fact to face.
In fact, winding down for the close season is a common occurrence and afflicts all teams with nothing to play for. The trouble is, we do have something to play for – a Champions League place – and to throw that away now would not only be unforgivable, but disastrous too.
Clearly, the team needs some surgery in the summer, but that's a discussion to have in the summer. For now, we can only work with what we have got, and Wenger must use all his skills to pick the team up off the skids.
One-off? Let's hope so. I don't think the fans expect to win every game, especially against teams like Liverpool, and nor do I think we are so blind we cannot appreciate a good hat-trick when we see one, but I do think it's fair to take commitment and desire for granted.


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SOU by Tomoya Tabuchi.
Umbrella stand composed by three painted steel panels thought-out for either big or small umbrellas. Two versions are available: standing or on the wall. The base and the middle panel can be painted in a second colour.
Exterior panels
Inner panel and foot
How it works