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Empathy: The Window into the Spiritual Self
Perhaps you have wondered as I have, why there seems to be a loss of sensitivity and concern for others in our society, a loss of empathy. Our children are killing one another in the streets and in our schools. As seen more recently, adults too, are acting out their anger more and more at home, in the marketplace, at work, and, even in our churches. Health care is defined more in terms of efficiency and profit than in terms of quality and individual needs. Many of our most cherished institutions have failed to uphold many of our social values because individual leaders have breached our trust. It seems that we are becoming less and less aware of the impact of our choices upon one another, oblivious of our capacity to hurt one another. Where does this social apathy come from?
There seems to be erosion of an essential function of our spirituality in our society. We are quickly losing empathy. Empathy is perhaps, a barometer of our spiritual awareness and human connection. It allows us to experience the universality of what it means to be human and at the same time, calls forth our transcendent capacity to love. Our capacity for empathy is an emotional window into our spiritual self, those important moments when we are able to reach in and identify with someone else's pain and then reach out with compassion, forgiveness and assistance. Have we begun the new millennium armed with the newest electronic communication gadgets; pagers, cell phones, iPods, and computers and yet unable to connect and communicate with one another at this most fundamental human level?
Gadgets do indeed occupy more and more of our lives. We have been led to believe that somehow they will increase our pleasure and reduce our pain. We almost seem to worship our technology, spending more and more time on video games, computers, and the internet, yet having less and less time to really connect with one another. Empathy is built upon human connection and time is a requirement for making the connection.
If there is any one thing that has changed in our society over the last thirty years it is the amount of time families spend together. The age of technology seemed to hold promise that we would have more leisure time. Instead, those same technologies have stolen even more time. Studies have shown that we are working more than ever. Children are adversely affected by these social changes and families have been caught in an earn and spend cycle that evolves from a technological pedagogy with empty promises to make our lives more complete, but often resulting only in a deadening of our deepest emotional and spiritual needs.
Children require time. Anyone who has worked with troubled children will tell you that the one thing that they report as contributing to their anger is the lack of time that they have with significant adults, "nobody cares." When we teach parenting classes, rules and consequences are a central theme, but there is one other thing that is far more difficult to teach, and that is how to have a relationship with your child. Not just a series of questions about homework and grades, but time to play together and be together long enough to establish an emotional connection and cultivate empathy.
Empathetic connections require time. Often, the only emotional connection for today's family is anger. Parents are frustrated by time constraints, the earning and spending cycle, and increased isolation and then act out with anger when their children misbehave, their plans are interrupted or unfulfilled, or they are just overwhelmed with the daily tasks of problem solving that is required to keep a family functioning. We seem to have become numb and are unable to express other emotional responses such as hurt, sadness, disappointment, or worry and hence substitute these feelings with anger. Prolonged anger invites more numbness, distance, and eventually isolation. It also interrupts the process of forgiveness. Is there any wonder that our children and many adults are no longer in touch with the effects of their behavior on others? Empathy requires a full range of emotional feedback that requires time and a relationship.
The media too, adds to this destructive process. The steady diet of violence and thrill seeking that is at the forefront of most media productions today adds to the numbing process. At the center of this issue we hear of arguments that deny the effects on children or want to convince us that art reflects real life. The problem, however, is that most of what is coming into media vogue is not art but a reflection of the greed for media profits. Our common sense tells us that while violence in the media does not cause violence in our children, it does influence our children.
At the core of most religious teachings is the fundamental belief that we are loved by a power outside ourselves and at the same time, within us. We are taught that we are also made to love and that our spirit thrives on love, compassion and forgiveness. What could be more fundamental to our spirituality than the building of empathy in our children? When we undertake this task, we must consider the impact of our own behavior on them. We must consider how our choices can be harmful. With the many choices that make up our daily lifestyles…we must practice exactly what we keep preaching to them. Consider slowing down your lifestyle, pay attention to excessive media exposure, spend down time together, play together and teach them to live in the present moment.
Bill Elwood, L.P.C.C-S, MAC, CCMHC, SAP is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree in psychology from Ursuline college, and Masters Degree in counseling from John Carroll University and is a Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor. He has extensive experience with adolescent behavior problems as well as marriage and family related issues. He is Certified Master Addictions Counselor and is a Substance Abuse Professional. He also has specialized training in co-dependency treatment approaches. Mr. Elwood has an interest in the function of faith and spirituality in the healing process. He is an Ordained Permanent Deacon for the Cleveland Catholic Diocese and Adjunct Faculty member at St. Mary Seminary and Graduate School of Theology.
Raspberry-Chocolate Meringues
A sweet treat for the holidays without the guilt. Add a little color to your holiday baking!
- 2 large egg whites, at room temperature
- 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
- Pinch of salt
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon raspberry extract
- 3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- Preheat oven to 200ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat egg whites, cream of tartar and salt until soft peaks form, about 2 minutes. Gradually beat in sugar until mixture is glossy with stiff peaks, about 3 minutes. Fold in extract.
- Spoon meringue into a pastry bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe into 1 1/2-inch stars on sheet, 1/2 inch apart.
- Bake until firm and crisp but not browned, 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes. Slide parchment, with meringues, off sheet onto a wire rack. Let cool completely before removing meringues from parchment.
- Set a small bowl over a pan of simmering water. Place two-thirds of chocolate in bowl and melt, stirring occasionally. Remove bowl; stir in remaining chocolate until melted.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment. Dip bottom of one meringue in chocolate, wipe off excess against side of bowl and transfer to sheet. Let stand until set. Repeat.
Recipe courtesy of health.com.
The Back Shus – Reach Out and Heal Someone!
As an acupuncturist, I more often than not discover emotional links to physical pain. Several years ago, I treated a twenty-seven year old man for upper back pain. During his intake, we went through the usual litany of questions about his physical and emotional health. He admitted to feeling out of sorts about a recent breakup. Most men are fairly reticent about their emotional issues, but he was very open and willing to discuss how the breakup was affecting him. He had been depressed and apathetic since the relationship ended, and he couldn't seem to relax. Sleeping and enjoying the other aspects of his life had become difficult. The onset of back pain added fuel to the fire, depressing him even more.
All of his back pain was around the scapular area, which I found interesting, since we often treat that area when there are emotional disturbances. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, there are five major organ systems: Kidney, Lung, Heart, Spleen, and Liver. Each system has a point located on the back which builds its energy-these points are called back shus. The back shus are located approximately 1 1/2 inches away from the midline of the back. If you locate these points and then move outward a bit further, you will find acupuncture points that work on the emotional aspects of the organs-these are the outer back shus. For example, the Kidney back shu is often used to build the energetics of the Kidney and work on issues such as low back pain, knee pain, or frequent urination. The outer back shu of the Kidney can be used for strengthening the willpower, or for a person suffering unnecessary fears.
The outer back shus of the Heart ease emotional suffering, and the outer Lung back shu can help clear unresolved grief. In general, the points that are located around the inner border of the scapula soothe the spirit, and are beneficial for sadness, anxiety, and depression. This was the area I focused on with this patient.
After his first treatment, he returned to say that his back pain was nearly gone. Not only that, but the black cloud of depression that had been around him since the breakup had lifted. He actually felt happy for the first time in weeks, and was also sleeping again. He didn't see the connection between my treatment for his back pain and his sudden lifted spirits, but he liked the way he felt after acupuncture, so he wanted to continue. He became a regular patient, and by the time the clinic sessions ended, it was clear that he had recovered both physically and emotionally – he actually looked like a new person.
Even if you have never set foot in an acupuncturist's office, you have probably experienced some of what these outer back shus can do. Don't you feel better after someone touches your upper back? A deep, vigorous massage of that area puts everyone into a better frame of mind, but even a light touch feels wonderful. I often wonder if stimulation of that area is an instinctual urge. Think about it-when a friend tells you about something unfortunate that has happened to him or her, what is the first thing you do? Most people automatically touch that area of the back. If there is an established comfort level, there might be a hug involved, which usually includes a quick rub over the area. But even a near stranger usually feels comfortable giving a quick pat or two in that spot to buck someone up after hard news. Or, think of how you would soothe a crying child, by rubbing the upper back area. It's just a natural urge, nothing that you ever really think about. So the next time you are feeling stressed or unhappy, have someone press into the sides of the scapula, and put those acupoints to work!
Marisa Fanelli is the owner of Healing Point Therapeutics in Wayland, MA. She is a licensed acupuncturist and certified hypnotherapist and she uses a combination of these two modalities to create hybrid treatments refered to as "hypnoacupuncture." Marisa is a graduate of the New England School of Acupuncture, the oldest acupuncture school in the U.S.
Acupuncture for the Holidays
The Holiday Season can be an emotional rollercoaster. On one hand it's a time to celebrate the joy of giving, of family and friends. On the other hand, we have to contend with travel, big family reunions or party plans and gift-buying frenzies. The holidays can be a stressful time and many people feel the effects of anxiety or depression in December and into the New Year. Acupuncture is a gentle treatment that is effective and useful during these high-stress times. We often seek treatment in response to pain or acute symptoms, but it's much easier to gently bring yourself to balance and healing before symptoms appear.
Acupuncture helps you manage stress and anxiety. A little stress can be beneficial, but too much stress or poor handling of stress can have a big impact on your physical and emotional wellbeing. Acupuncture is extremely relaxing and most people fall asleep after the needles are inserted. Patients often report feeling a sense of calm and quiet energy after their treatments which translates into less anxiety, less worry and a more positive outlook.
Acupuncture helps you balance meals, drinks and desserts! Though certainly not a magic pill, acupuncture helps to control cravings, regulate your metabolism, balance hormones tied to weight gain, and maintain motivation to exercise. Regular treatments help to reduce addictive behaviors, whether its alcohol, smoking or sugar. Acupuncture is used in many detox centers for its ability to reduce cravings, manage anxiety and promote a sense of calm.
Acupuncture relieves pain. Yes, the stress and busy-ness of the holidays have a real impact on your physical wellbeing. Many people report increased pain and discomfort in the upper back, neck, low back or other joints during this time of year. Studies show that acupuncture helps to relieve osteoarthritis, sciatica, neck, back and shoulder pain, migraines and headaches.
Acupuncture helps you stay healthy. This time of year coincides with cold and flu season. Take preventative measures to bolster and regulate your immune system. Treatments can also help you shorten the duration or decrease the severity of the cold or flu. Specific acupuncture points are used to help clear nasal congestion, decrease coughing and reduce fevers and body aches.
Acupuncture will help you help others. Remember the adage, "to truly love another, first you have to love yourself;" the same goes for helping. In order to help others, you need to know how to take care of yourself. Giving of ourselves – our time, our money, our resources – is at the heart of what it means to be a good person. However, giving of ourselves can also be depleting. We need to be sure we replenish our energy so that we always have more to give. Acupuncture can help nourish, replenish and bring you into balance, so that we can continue to share and give with joy.
Amara Huckabone, Lic. Ac., MAOM, Dipl. OM is a practitioner and founder of On Point Acupuncture, located in lovely Old Saybrook, CT. The practitioners at On Point Acupuncture are dedicated to offering clients a well-rounded and holistic approach to treat the whole person, not just the disease. They strive to empower their patients through education to promote long lasting health and well-being in body, mind and spirit.
Amara received her Master's Degree from the New England School Acupuncture, the oldest and one of the most prestigious acupuncture schools in the USA. She is nationally certified in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal medicine and is licensed to practice in the state of Connecticut. Amara incorporates Chinese Herbal Medicine as well as Chinese and Japanese styles of Acupuncture into her practice. Visit her website at www.ctonpoint.com.
Roasted Squash, Pomegranate and Arugula Salad
A vibrant salad featuring delicata squash, pomegranate, arugula, pepitas and feta tossed in a maple balsamic vinaigrette. If you are preparing this salad in advance, reserve the dressing on the side until you are ready to serve.
- 2 medium delicata squash, around 1 and 1/4 pounds total
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fine grain sea salt
- 4 heaping cups arugula (or mixed baby greens)
- 2/3 cup pomegranate arils (or a generous handful of dried cherries or cranberries)
- 1/3 cup raw pepitas (or pecans)
- 3 to 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
Maple-balsamic vinaigrette
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon real maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- freshly ground black pepper
1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Wash the squash and scrape off any tough bits of skin with a knife. Slice the squash into 1/2-inch wide rounds. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds from each round. Drizzle the squash with a generous tablespoon of olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt. Use your fingers to lightly coat all surfaces of the squash with olive oil. Bake for about 30 minutes or until the squash is tender and golden, flipping halfway.
2. In a medium skillet over medium-low heat, toast the pepitas (or pecans), stirring frequently, until they are fragrant and lightly golden on the edges. Remove from heat.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup and Dijon mustard with a pinch of salt and pepper.
4. Once the squash has had a few minutes to cool, combine the arugula, pomegranate (or dried fruit), pepitas (or pecans), crumbled feta and squash in a serving bowl. Toss with enough dressing to lightly coat the leaves. Serve immediately.
Adapted from cookieandkate.com.
Oh My Aching Neck and Shoulders!
Perhaps the number one reason people seek massage therapy is to help relieve pain in their neck and shoulders. There are several muscles that comprise this region: scalenes, splenii, trapezius, and many more. Today we are going to look at the mighty levator scapula, so called because it elevates our scapulae, or shoulder blades. It also is responsible for neck rotation to the left and right (checking traffic during a lane change), as well as craning our ear to our shoulder (aka, lateral flexion, as in holding the telephone while still typing on the keyboard – you've never done that, have you?).
Levator scapula is a mighty beast, and literally, a pain in the neck. It's because we're upright and forward-facing individuals – this causes chronic tightness in the neck and shoulder area, particularly when we are sitting still for most of the day. So, it's safe to say that this muscle is supposed to be tight. In fact, the only time I've felt one completely lax is on an individual who was in a really bad car accident.
That said, the muscles surrounding levator scapula generally should not be chronically tight, and since the upper back/shoulder area is poorly vascularized (has a proportionately low blood supply in relation to other body parts), when something does tighten up, we notice it rather quickly. Since we use our neck quite a bit to turn our heads, or talk on the phone, check the blind spot in traffic, look down and see if we can find our toes, etc., these muscles get used a lot, and occasionally, some will "stick" or adhere together in small parts. Think of these adhesions as traffic jams – blood supply slows down, oxygen can't get in, and CO2 can't get out, among other things.
Listen to your mother to keep your neck and shoulder pain to a minimum! Good posture is a priceless and very affordable way to keep pain at bay. Those of us who sit at a computer all day are prone to having chronically rolled shoulders and a bit of a hunch back – be conscious about sitting up straight! A good way to do this without remembering is to replace your chair with a stability ball – it forces you to keep moving and is excellent for building and keeping a strong core (weak cores can contribute to most back pain). And remember, massage therapy helps loosen up adhesions and helps muscle fibers align properly, and more importantly, it helps you feel your best!
Trina G. Jennings, LMP graduated from Ashmead College in 2004 with honors and received national certification. Since then, she has been working in the field in both a chiropractic and massage clinic setting. She loves blending her energy work training into her massage sessions (primarily Polarity Therapy and The Emotion Code), providing a deep sense of relief and uniqueness to every experience. Trina is the owner of A Better View Massage at Snap Fitness Redmond. For more information visit www.trinajennings.com.
5 Reasons to Add Massage to Your Self Care Routine
As a massage therapist I often ask new clients about their prior massage history. The response I get most often from clients is, "I love getting massages, but I don't get them as often as I'd like." We have become conditioned to scheduling regular physical checkups, dental visits, and time for physical activity and exercise. However, many people still have difficulty finding time in their schedules for regular massage sessions. I'm not pointing fingers at anyone, because I'd be the first to admit that I, too, wish I made more time to receive massages as well. In case you're considering deepening the role massage plays in your self care routine or if you're on the fence about scheduling that first appointment, here are five of the many reasons why massage should be a positive, healthy habit.
1. An Ounce of Prevention Is Worth A Pound of Cure
Surely you've heard this old adage before (perhaps even from a family doctor) when discussed in relation to healthy diet and exercise being a major factor in prevention of heart disease. But did you know that massage can be a very powerful asset for preventive care too? By seeing a massage therapist regularly you can prevent minor skeletomuscular injuries from becoming major problems that could lead to loss of mobility or flexibility later in life. Massage therapy specifically works to lengthen muscles that are stuck in a pattern of chronic shortening. If you're worried about the cost of regular massage sessions consider how costly prescription drugs, doctor visits and surgeries would be once that nagging muscle ache becomes a real structural problem. In this case an ounce of prevention through massage is worth more (and may cost less!) than a pound of cure.
2. Enhance Your Yoga (or other Fitness) Practice
If you are serious about deepening your yoga practice and find yourself attending regular workshops and classes to try to target a specific trouble spot (backbending, hamstring stretches, hip opening, etc.) massage just may be the complementary modality to help enhance your efforts. A skilled massage therapist is able to isolate and create length or opening in muscle groups and joints by applying techniques to the soft tissue. Try this: Book a massage prior to your next regular yoga practice. Ask the therapist to focus on a specific area of the body where restrictions in the muscles have caused difficulties in your practice in the past. Once you've worked with a massage therapist to lenghten these muscles, try a yoga practice that challenges that muscle group. By using massage as a way to assist with chronic shortened muscles, you may find that parts of your practice that had seemed challenging, unpleasant, or downright impossible are more within reach.
3 . Keep Your Cool
Many people use meditation and breathing techniques to relax the mind and create a deeper connection to the inner self. For some people meditation can be a real challenge because it requires a self-created stillness that can be at opposition to the challenges of modern life. Regular massages can be extremely beneficial for those who find relaxation to be difficult. By incorporating techniques that act upon the muscular, nervous, and circulatory systems, massage therapy can help slow down the heart rate, decrease activity in an overstimulated nervous system, and allow clients to deepen their breath. As a result, a relaxing massage can have many similar effects to practicing mindful meditation. By keeping your body, mind and spirit in a relaxed state for longer periods of time you can avoid the harmful side effects of stress such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and tension headaches.
4. Elevate Your Mood
If you are looking for a way to beat the blues or simply put a little pep in your step, massage can turn your mood around. In addition to the general lift you'll feel once chronic pain is lessened or eliminated, a massage treatment can cause a mood boost by the release of endorphins into the bloodstream. These amino acids can act as the body's natural painkiller and cause a general feeling of well-being. Several studies have also shown that massage and other forms of therapeutic touch are effective remedies for lessening depression and anxiety.
5. It Feels Good AND Is Good For You
There are not many indulgences in life that can't also count as vices as well. In our culture we are trained to turn to fast food, fatty desserts, alcohol, cigarettes, or other external sources for gratification and pleasure when it's time to treat ourselves. Receiving therapeutic massage is one of the few truly healthy ways that you can treat yourself to a physically pleasurable experience that is also beneficial to your health. Rather than celebrating that next anniversary or birthday with a heavy meal at a restaurant, why not consider a couples massage instead? Taking care of your body and enjoying the relaxation and health benefits of massage is a great way to celebrate special occassions, treat yourself for a job well done, or unwind on that unexpected day off. It's also a great way to ensure that you'll have plenty more happy, healthy birthdays to celebrate in your future!
Brian Critchley is the Owner/Director of OM Central Jersey Massage & Yoga and is a Licensed Massage Therapist & Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher. He is a graduate both of the Somerset School of Massage Therapy (now Cortiva Institute) in Piscataway, NJ and Princeton University. A yoga practitioner since 1998, he has maintained a private healing arts practice in Central New Jersey since 2004. Brian has also shared his love for the healing arts through writing projects as Co-Publisher/Editor-in-Chief of New Jersey Namaste News and as Yoga Editor for AllThingsHealing.com.
Green Veggie Pancakes
Whenever you have leftover vegetables, the addition of an egg, flour and some herbs can turn a mistake into one of the most delicious and happiest of accidents. Case in point are these Green Veggie Patties. They work great as a side dish or even on their own for lunch or a snack. Add any one of a variety of dips or sauces and things get even more fun. They are easy to make, fun to eat and perfect for the whole family….whether you intend to make them or not!
- 1 cup zucchini, broccoli, and/or cauliflower
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- canola or vegetable oil
- Place the vegetables in a food processor and pulse to chop fine.
- Add the chopped vegetables into a bowl along with the flour, salt, egg, basil and garlic powder. Mix to combine.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and place 1 tbsp of the batter into the pan for each pancake.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side.
- Serve with marinara sauce or dip of your choice.
Recipe compliments of weelicious.com.
Manage Your Stress, Stamina & Recovery with Adaptogens
Life is rich, dynamic and, often, stressful. Stress can be negative (easier to recognize) or positive (such as celebrating the holidays with family, getting married, changing jobs, etc.). We know that stress is a co-factor, and often pre-cursor, to over 90% of all diseases.
As an Acupuncturist, Herbalist and nutrition expert working with acute and chronic disease, I am in awe of the cornucopia of botanical compounds which help us overcome illness and stress, including a particular class of plants known as Adaptogens. Adaptogens contain a unique profile to help us stay balanced AND recover from life's stressors. The term Adaptogen comes from the Russian scientists who first identified this group of herbs for their effects on stress response. They worked with elite athletes including Russian Olympians, cosmonauts, shift workers, post-Chernobyl radiation-exposed populations and more. They studied how these compounds improved stamina, endurance and recovery – physiologically and mentally. The Chinese also used these plants with athletes – breaking world records in distance running, for example.
The Latin term "homeostasis" means to recover balance. When we are in Go Mode! we've turned on our "sympathetic overdrive." Most of us recognize that thrill of adrenaline, which plays a part in this excitement stage. Prolonged behaviors such as checking email + text messages, video gaming, working long hours, skipping meals, eating too much sugar, not getting enough sleep – are all examples of this overdrive. Sound familiar? We can't live in Go Mode … and our physiology isn't meant to either. Our innate intelligence seeks homeostasis, by bringing back the calmer, parasympathetic balance. If we are deficient or under-functioning, Adaptogens help restore the vitality we need to return to that healthy, vital baseline. The majority of adaptogenic herbs grow in harsh climates at high altitudes where they must endure great challenges to thrive and survive. They produce exceptional chemical compounds to do that. Lucky for us – they share this innate wisdom, so we too can survive and thrive!
Adaptogens also:
- support our immune system
- improve mental focus and restful states of mind
- modulate inflammation
- have an anti-fatigue effect
Adaptogens are, by definition:
- safe, unique, whole plant extracts that work at the cellular level to help the body overcome the harmful side effects of stress
- able to increase the health and vitality of our cells, thus increasing the health and vitality of the entire organism (you)
Some Adaptogens include:
- Eleuthero root + leaf
- Asian Ginseng root
- American Ginseng root
- Holy Basil leaf + seed
- Ashwaganda root
- Reishi mushroom
- Cordyceps mushroom
- Schizandra seed + fruit
Adaptogens Must:
- Have solid scientific research validating their use as adaptogens.
- Enhance 'general resistance' of the entire body.
- Act in a non-specific way having a 'normalizing effect' against all forms of stress.
- Have an ability to maintain or restore homeostasis.
- Be safe and have no side effects, or negative interactions with other substances, or even with prolonged consumption.
If you are interested in incorporating Adaptogens into your health regimen and have questions about which to use or where to purchase them, just ask me or a qualified herbalist in your area. These also come in blends for deeper adrenal exhaustion + recovery, or nourishing balance in all of us who are motivated to maintain our wellness!
Debra Sue Kelvin, L. Ac., Dipl. Ac., MS TCM, is the founder/director of Healthy Chi Chinese & Integrative Medicine in West Berkeley. She is Board certified by the California Acupuncture Board and the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. An inspiring health integrationist, educator + lecturer, Debra Sue guides her patients to participate in their healing with passion + grace, along with excellent nutrition, botanical medicine, acupuncture, culinary + lifestyle skill resources and mindful awareness to promote wellness, lower incidence of disease and build real, lasting, thriving health – so YOU feel your best!
Debra Sue specializes in adrenal fatigue, thyroid imbalances, auto-immunity, cancer and women's health. She leads a seasonal Longevity Cleanse Tele-Class to help you move the dial. Join the New Year's Longevity Cleanse Challenge starting January 8th. For more information, visit: www.healthychi.com.
Don't Be the Turkey: Stay Fit This Thanksgiving
Afraid you are going to end up more stuffed than the turkey this Thanksgiving? Here are a few simple tips to have a happier, healthier, holiday. The following tips are from Libby Parker, Registered Dietitian, NASM certified personal trainer, and owner of "Libby's Fit Nutrition," where she does nutritional counseling and personal training at her client's home or office, in and around San Luis Obispo, CA.
- Check out if your city has a "turkey-trot," typically a 5K run on Thanksgiving for a little pre-meal workout. Don't worry if you are not a runner, you can always power walk it.
- If you are making the meal, choose healthier options such as less butter in the foods, raw crudités with dip, fresh cranberries instead of canned, and fruit or salad sides.
- If you are not making the whole meal, offer to bring a healthy side. How about a vegetable tray, homemade stuffing (you know what you put in it – make it healthier), corn without gobs of butter, lightened-up pumpkin pie…be creative!
- Get your family out moving with you. Go for a walk after the big meal to get it digesting, play football or catch together, play charades, take the dog for a walk, or anything else active that you all like to do.
- When getting food buffet-style: only have 3 things on your plate at a time. You can always go back again, but if it's not on your plate, you might re-think needing to eat it.
- Drink water. Enough said.
- Know that it was one day, one huge meal (averaging 3,000 calories!), and do better tomorrow.
- Keep up activity through the whole holiday season. You can always take a few minutes to do body-weight resistance exercises (plank, push-ups, etc.) and pack your walking shoes when traveling.
- Spend time being thankful for all that you have, and toast your health and wellbeing.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Libby Parker, RD, CPT


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Chase is located on the shores of Little Shuswap Lake, between Kamloops and Salmon Arm, along the Trans Canada Highway (#1). Chase provides an excellent base to experience the Shuswap region - explore nature's bounty, events and attraction. Our many lakes, parks and hiking trails are easy access for light day excursions. Scenic highlights not to be missed are the shores and camping areas of Neskonlith Lake and a visit to Roderick Haig-Brown Provincial Park where salmon return to spawn each fall is a must. Brilliant red colors the waters of Adams River as the sockeye complete their 405 km journey from the ocean. The Shuswap experience extends from rich valley lakes to mountain peaks where the more adventurous discover new vistas via snowmobile at Crowfoot Mountain. There is something for everyone in the Shuswap all year! The Village of Chase itself sits on the shores of Little Shuswap Lake and the South Thompson River valley. The downtown core is lined with seasonal blooms and is easy walking to a variety of specialty stores, art, culture and restaurants. Stop by one of our coffee shops, bakeries or grocery outlets and enjoy a cappuccino or a refreshing fruit smoothie with your lunch or pick up your favourite fresh deli supplies baked bread and treats for a picnic on a downtown bench or lakeside park. Venture down to the red pier and beach at Memorial Park or set out on a day excursion to some of the most spectacular nature areas in the interior of British Columbia. Chase Creek Falls offers a beautiful location to have a picnic lunch. Free RV parking is available and conveniently located in the Chase Plaza. The plaza offers a myriad of amenities and services and is next door to the Art Holding Memorial Arena home to the Chase Heat hockey team. Local produce including world famous corn, strawberries and pumpkins can be enjoyed in season from Pete Murray's Corn Farm and Golden Ears Co-Op. The Chase Cornstock Festival combines our world famous corn and local musicians, in a fun family atmosphere at the Chase Memorial Park. Fall time at the Pumpkin Patch is another great family affair to enjoy during the late summer and rich fall seasons. From May to September the local Farmer's Market offers a variety of organic produce, arts and crafts as well as live music. During the summer one can experience Canada's unique Aboriginal cultures at the Squilax Pow Wow celebration held every year in July. It is a celebration of First Nations people with traditional demonstrations and ceremonies. Summer would not be complete without a round of golf and enjoy a relaxed lunch at the Sunshore Golf Course in the heart of Chase or at our neighbouring Talking Rock Resort and Quaaout Lodge, both with stunning lake and mountain views. Check out the shopping at the Chase Plaza, Conveniently located in the heart of Chase. Safety Mart houses 15,000sq feet of quality fresh produce, meats, bakery, deli & grocery items. Operating for over 30 years to offer a wide selection of products for all of your needs. Family owned and operated with strong community involvement. Lottery Terminal, ATM Machine, spacious parking (RV friendly), or stop at Chase Plaza Dollar & Gift Store which houses a full line of party, scrapbooking/crafts, house wares, gifts, pets and toys with a full assortment of seasonal items makes us unique. We are the only dollar & gift store in Chase. Although they are small in size they are large in assortments filling your everyday needs.. If you are hungry make sure you stop into Subway Restaurant for an always fresh Sub, Soup or Salad. There is also the Silver Fox Pub which has a full restaurant serving Lunch and Dinner. And if you are feeling thirsty you can make sure to grab some refreshments at the Silver Fox Cold Beer and Wine Store. Also located in the Plaza is a coin Laundry Mat and H&R Block. The Chase Plaza is your one stop shop. Check out what other travelers say about Chase |
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TRUKFIT Juniors Available At Select Dillard's & Jimmy Jazz Stores Across The Nation Starting September 25th
NEW YORK, Sept. 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Grammy Award winning, multi-platinum selling recording artist and label owner, Lil Wayne, is proud to announce that his full lifestyle apparel brand TRUKFIT is moving into a new apparel category with the launch of their first-fever TRUKFIT Juniors line. Young Money Entertainment recording artist and actress, Chanel West Coast, will serve as the model for the line-appearing in the brand's marketing materials and look book. Fans will be able to purchase TRUKFIT Juniors starting on September 25th at select Dillard's and Jimmy Jazz stores across the nation.
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TRUKFIT Juniors features an array of apparel including t-shirts and fashion tops, active knits, outerwear and accessories. The first collection is knit and cotton driven, with edgy floral prints, stripes, and fun, bold pops of color on black-ground. Consisting of the flavor and look of junior trends, all garments are infused with the traditional, unapologetic TRUKFIT style. Although it has its own identity, TRUKFIT Juniors has many pieces directly influenced by TRUKFIT Mens. The line was creative directed and designed by Lil Wayne and his longtime stylist Marisa Flores.
"When I created TRUKFIT, I wanted it to have something for everyone. Now my female fans can get their TRUK on too," says Lil Wayne. "I'm psyched to have my artist, Chanel West Coast, involved as she personifies what TRUKFIT Juniors and this life is all about."
Chanel West Coast, a recording artist signed to Lil Wayne's Young Money Entertainment label who recently released her star-studded mix-tape Now You Know, and star of MTV's phenomenally popular television shows Ridiculousness and Fantasy Factory, enthuses, "I'm so happy to have joined the TRUKFIT team. Fashion, hip-hop, and skating culture are a big part of my life so coming to be a part of the TRUKFIT family felt just right for me. The girls line is super sick and I'm hyped to be reppin' it! Looking forward to the future with my TRUKFIT family."
Similar to TRUKFIT's men's line, TRUKFIT Juniors is affordably priced. The price point ranges from $29.95 USD for t-shirts; $35.00-$88.00 USD for fashion tops; $29.00-$55.00 USD for active knits (leggings and sweats); $20.00-$32.00 USD for caps and $120 & up for outerwear.
Encompassing every apparel category including fashion mix, active-wear, denim, basics, knits, accessories and outerwear, TRUKFIT is available at Dillard's, Macys, Zumiez, Tillys and Dr.Jay's stores across the nation, as well as online at Karmaloop.com and Trukfit.com, their official website.
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Successfully launched at Agenda Long Beach in 2012, TRUKFIT is an apparel brand from Lil Wayne for those who want to stand out and whole-heartedly embrace self-expression in today's culture. The brand derives its name and motivational spirit from an acronym, The Reason You Kill For It. TRUKFIT is the epitome of bold fashion with vivid colors, unpredictable patterns, strong and often playful graphics. TRUKFIT always focuses on comfort, durability, quality, the perfect fit and affordability.
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I have been to many restaurants, etc. This place has the BEST service of any place around!! I will be back. Very friendly staff! Love it!!:)
The look of a sports bar but the menu was quite different from normal bar food. Need to add more affordable wines and how about a drink special. 5 dollar draft too high.
Stopped here for breakfast. Connected to the Wit hotel. Solid meal. Very pleasant and attentive service.
I very much enjoyed all the dishes we ordered..I went to State and Lake to meet a friend and catch up. We ordered the open-faced Meatball - amazing! The Oysters were great and so were the deviled eggs! GREAT place but quiet...
Had tickets to the Goodman and wanted a place that was close but not too pricey. This was a pleasant surprise. Although the name might lead you to belive that this has a typical sport's bar menu - it is an upscale twist on bar food. I went with three friends and we were all pleased. We started with 3 spreads for the table served with baguette slices. Then we shared housemade soft pretzels with a SPICY cheese dip and mustard. Then we each ordered soup, salad, and one friend had a burger. Add a glass of wine for each of us and the bill inc tip was about $45/person. I will definitely come back here next time I have tickets in the Loop.
My family really enjoyed the atmosphere, the children's menu and the service was great, our server in particular, but everyone was very accommodating. My wife LOVED the salmon. We highly recommend State and Lake Chicago Tavern.
We were in Chicago for the night, and visited State and Lake Chicago Tavern, and we're glad we did! The menu was the most unique restaurant menu we have ever encountered. After reviewing the menu, we opted to not have a full meal, but to enjoy many of the small tapas type offerings, so that we could try many different items, and all were GREAT! We enjoyed three jar offerings, the fig and pepper bacon jam, sweet and sour beet and the crushed chickpea, and all were delicious! We also tried the local cheese board, deviled eggs, and the beef cheek meatball, and it was hard to determine which we liked the best! We ended the meal wtih the neapolitan ice cream taco, and what a treat that was! Overall, this was an outstanding dining experience!
Outstanding food...literally the best Mussels I have ever had! Also, the Flat Iron steak was amazind. It was cooked perfectly and served with arugula, asparagus, pickled raddish and a mushroom/horseraddish sauce! Well priced, great food, great drink! Highly recommend...
We ate at S& L several times during a stay at The Wit. Breakfast was a notch above the usual fare. Enjoyed the charcuterie and cheese tray with grilled polenta bread after a day of museums. Inventive selection and presentation. Great service.
Don't go on Wednesday unless you want to be bombarded by the audio trivia game. The food is outstanding. The wines were so overpriced we would never consider going there for a drink after work.
This restaurant is one I will return to often. I have the most wonderful whitefish sandwich. It was perfectly prepared and, was a very generous portion that was accompanied by fresh cut fries that were not greasy or too salty. My friends both had burgers and were very pleased with the preparation and portion size. Service was wonderful. We dined outside and George was a wonderful server, attentive, friendly and quick without making us feel rushed. Great experience. Will definitely dine here again.
The food was delish and the service was excellent. My guest and I were really impressed by the attention we received...and it wasn't overbearing. Kudos to the crew on hand on 9/4/13!!
3 of us had lunch there on 9/10/13 we all loved what we got and the waiterus was great!
If anyone has tickets for the Goodman, location is perfect and the food was especially tasty. Highly recommend.
We enjoyed our meal and will return. This is a good neighborhood place to come when we want a quick meal and head back home.
First visit - service & food excellent - heading to the Oriental afterwards and all worked out well. I'll be back.
This was the perfect spot! We were seeing a Broadway show and the staff kept us on track. We were loving everything that we lost track of time. Food, atmosphere and staff made for a wonderful evening! We'll be back soon.
Loved the "Jar" appetizers. Very attentive wait staff.
This was one of many visits to State & Lake that I have enjoyed. Each time I have dined here the menu has always been updated to reflect the eating habits/likes for the current dining population. The pretzel rolls appetizer was to die for, loved them. The new trend of fresh cheeses and meats was great. Combined, it was a meal in itself. We shared a burger and it was plenty and cooked perfectly. The ice cream sandwiches were fun for dessert. Looking forward to my next visit to State & Lake to see what the Chef is up to next!
Just popped in for a quick lunch and was astonished about the short menu. When the food came it was outstanding. Good value for the money. Attentive service, nothing to complain. Will be back soon. Thanks!
Great place for a before the theatre dinner/appetizer/drink. Love the menu, good variety for all. The poutines with curds & gravy are to die for. Very pleasant staff.
Picked this place for pre-theatre dinner and drinks with the ladies. It was a nice meal, with great choices - from the box of jars, to the soups and salads and a delicious burger. Our server was friendly and very helpful. Wish there was a little more diversity in wine by the glass-- types / prices. It seemed like most were in the $14-16 range. However, the location was perfect and we will go back again.
The burgers were great ...the service super...the wine...too expensive.... this location is so convenient to Goodman Theatre and shopping.
Sunday brunch at State and Lake was out of this world! The bread pudding French toast with citrus mascarpone sauce was one of many highlights on the menu. The manager stopped by the table and was a font of information about the area as well. I would have eaten every meal there.
Very pleasantly surprised. Farm to table menu was unique and delicious.
The food and service were excellent! Defintely one of my favorite neighborhood restaurants.
I found this place when looking for a pre-theatre spot. Food was good and service was excellent. The signature cocktails were great and very tasty but pricey for the small volume served in a champagne flute. More like a $9 drink instead of $14 - so this is where the hotel pricing comes in. Had the maple chicken and it was very good - could have had a bit more side served with it as that was amazing. I'll go back - a few things on the menu I still want to try. Go.
Our first time at State & Lake Chicago Tavern. Starters.....Sweet Potato Poutine, absolutely delicious. Wood Grilled Chicken Wings, a must. Onto.....Butternut Squash Soup, creamy with lots of 'body', delicious. Entree.....Pan Seared Lake Superior Whitefish. cooked to a tee, with a side order of Autumn Vegetables, superb. Will definitely return.
Delicious food, slow service. Beautiful restaurant.
State and Lake was great. I had a reservation for 2pm, but my Dad finished the Chicago Marathon early, and they were very accomodating. Food and service was excellent. I think it would also be a great late night bar.
Went here for the first time before a concert at the Chicago Theatre. I'm upset that I've never gone before. I had the poutine and grits, and both were absolutely divine. I tried the deviled eggs and wasn't crazy about them, but everything else was outstanding. Also had the Love and Thyme and gimlet specialty cocktails, which were strong but expertly crafted. The drinks were a little pricey but pretty standard for downtown Chicago. I'll be back!
We can always count on good food at State & LAke and some of the best service around. It does have an "interesting" menu of things you don't find everywhere like spinach dumplngs as an entree. It's a good place to be adventurous and their dishes are always good. Great burgers, too, although the one with burger, brisket and bacon is a heart attack on a plate! We go with just the juicy burger.
The food was average, but the services provided was great!
My wife and I went there after seeing the menu on Open Table and were very please with the unique dishes taht were offered . We started with " tasting jars" which were three different spreads ..all very unique and very tasty . You get the jars and toasted bread slices . After that we had a dish taht was called ( spelling??) "potiene" which was a sweet potato dish that was sooo good and filling that we shared it along with another app of chicken breast in a very good sauce . The beer selection was quite large and the service was not overbaring but there when you needed them to be ...just the way it should be .
had enough time to order drink at bar before being seated. service was impeccable and very friendly. great food. will make this a regular Chicago stop.
Looking for a casual spot to enjoy lunch, drinks, or dinner in the Theater District? Tired of Italian? Try State & Lake in the Wit Hotel! Its creative "foodie" menu and "upscale sports bar" feel make it an unusual and nice option.
We enjoyed everything that we ate. Stuck with mostly appetizers, and the jars were a real highlight. It was all pretty rich, but definitely worth it. Even though the place was slammed, service was good. We will definitely go back
Very comfortable surroundings, great food, excellent and very attentive service.
Celebrated birthday here. Server Nick was great. Very knowledgeable about the menu, both food and drink. Made perfect suggestions. Sweet Potato Poutine was delicious and very filling. Would serve three as an appetizer. I had it for main course and couldn't finish it.
The "Lunch Box" special is a great idea, well executed and the food is top notch. Perhaps the hotel linkage boosts the price point but for a business expense casual lunch or breakfast in the Loop its hard to beat. Fun Chicago Movie Trivia Videos run at the bar when local sports are not on and many TV screens make it a good game day destination too.
This was a great restaurant. I had an amazing burger with melted cheese curds as well as a great cocktail, and the little details, like the table settings, were adorable. It was only moderately busy but we were there late-ish on a Thursday night so that might explain it. I would definitely go back because our fantastic waitress mentioned that they had run out of the homemade pretzels which sounded divine. Most of the fun, unique things seemed to be made in-house which I really enjoyed.
I am so glad I opted to try State And Lake Tavern. The highlights were as follows: boar chili, CRAZY good, autumn veggie side, ditto. The kale salad was also sublime and we added a grilled salmon to it. Really terrific. Portions are just right for sharing. The only choice I was a bit "eh" about were the fries. Not worth the effort. Not bad, just okay. I am an absolute pain in the petard about my food and wine, but the waiter was so delightful. He allowed me to taste a few of the reds, which I was pleasantly surprised by. The wine bottle prices are about what you'd expect for the area but I think the food prices are awfully reasonable, given the quality and the creativity of the kitchen. I will be back, I am addicted to that chili.
I went to State and Lake prior to seeing Wicked at the Oriental Theatre. It is a great spot with excellent food and drinks. I ordered a salad and was surprised by how large the portions were.
We've been to State and Lake so many times that our server, George, knows us by name. The food is always top notch, the service is wonderful and we've never had to wait - even for a large group. Whenever our friends come into town, we bring them here for brunch. We've also brought a wedding party we were a part of here the morning after the wedding (they were staying at the Wit hotel adjoining the restaurant). We love this place and hate waiting an hour for breakfast like every restaurant nearby on weekends. This is truly a hidden gem.
Beer selections and excellent service. Salad was huge, crisp, colorful and delicious. Wild boar chili tasty and filling. Schnitzel over cooked/dry; the potato salad was superb.
Went on Thanksgiving and it was great. Delious brunch selection and great service! Very affordable, great service
What a wonderful restaurant/bar for our Thanksgiving dinner! Bar selection (wine & beer) was excellent and the food was perfect. Waitstaff friendly and efficient. Who could ask for more?
I made a reservation at S&L for dinner before a show at the Goodman (Petterino's was full). I had earlier heard bad reviews of the place, so my experience exceeded expectations. The cocktails were excellent and the beer and wine lists are both extensive and well executed. My favorite dish was the bacon and fig jam appetizer. I had the Amish chicken with panzanella (the panzanella amounted to arugula with a few croutons), and it was just so-so. If S&L can get their food game up to par with their bar scene, this place will be a real neighborhood gem.
We stopped in for dinner and drinks before a Christmas Carol and were not disappinted! The food was excellebt ( you must get the jam pots) and the drinks were creative and delicious. Our server was very sweet and the manager attentive and helpful. Overall a fantastic start to our evening
State & Lake is our "go to" place for a casual meal (or drinks) when near the Theater District. The menu features regional foods and is very creative...not just the same old items found elsewhere. Restaurant offers a great beer/wine list and yummy desserts, in addition to small plates and main meals, and a few TV screens let you keep up with your favorite sports teams while enjoying really delicious food.


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Oldest hominin DNA sequence; visualizing dyslexia; testing CRISPR; cancer and autoimmunity
Oldest hominin DNA sequence; visualizing dyslexia; testing CRISPR; cancer and autoimmunity
Scientists discover that cancer can drive the autoimmune disorder scleroderma.
Researchers scramble to put mouse cancer models on solid footing.
Tigers Forever, High Moon Over the Amazon, Earth from Space, and Medicine's Michelangelo
December 2013's Scientist to Watch is also an accomplished painter.
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The Howard Hughes Medical Institute this week released three short films to teach students about evolution and speciation.
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Germ-free or antibiotic-treated mice fare worse than those with rich gut microbiomes during cancer treatment, two studies show.
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Authorities: 1 young person charged amid investigation into threats at Michigan school
Student was 1 of 2 held by authorities in Tuscola County after unspecified recent threats were investigated in Millington
Authorities say a young person faces a threat of terrorism charge amid an investigation into threats made against fellow students at a Michigan high school.
WSGW-AM and MLive.com report the felony charge against the juvenile was announced Wednesday.
The student was one of two held by authorities in Tuscola County after unspecified recent threats were investigated in Millington. Prosecutors say the second is charged with assault from an earlier incident at school and is a person of interest in the threats investigation.
The threats involved Millington High School, located about 65 miles northwest of Detroit. The students are being held at a juvenile detention facility.
Area schools were closed for Wednesday, Thursday and Friday as a precaution. They're scheduled to reopen after a break for the holidays.
Dozens of Michigan schools close amid threats, rumors
The Connecticut school massacre and doomsday scenarios based on the Mayan calendar have prompted the closing of dozens of Michigan schools for the rest of the year.
Many schools in Michigan were scheduled to have their last day of classes before the holiday break on Friday. But districts in Genesee and Lapeer counties posted announcements Wednesday evening canceling classes for Thursday and Friday.
Lapeer Community Schools says there have been numerous rumors circulating in the district and in nearby communities about potential threats.
Friday is supposedly when ancient Mayans prophesized the end of the world. Stepped-up police patrols are planned at some Detroit-area schools.
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Banglalion War of Gamers 2012
Game: Counter Strike Source - Orange Box.
Type: Team Game.
Players Required: 5 Players VS 5 Players.
Maps: Selected 3 Maps.
- De_Dust
- De_Nuke
- De_Train
Winning Conditions: Defusing or Planted Bomb successfully destroyed or eliminating each other teams all the players.
Game: FIFA 12.
Type: Solo.
Players Required: 1 Player VS 1 Player.
Details: 1 Player has to choose Home And Other Away Ground. Player chooses their team.
Winning Conditions: Defeating each other by the number of goals.
Prize Details:
- Counter Strike Source - LED Gaming Monitor.
- FIFA 12 - Mobile Handset.
Local Registration point: Brac University Campus
Online Registration: www.akhoni.com
Registration fee: 200 Tk.
Registration Opening & Closing Date:
- Opening Date: 19-06-2012
- Closing Date: 21-06-2012
Venue & Date: 22-23 June at BRAC University.
Any type of usage by few customers which negatively influence overall bandwidth availability for the rest of customer will be considered as breach of Fair Usage Policy. Some of the major conditions, but not limited to, are as follows:
- Excessive or frequent use of file sharing software, download of large size file or streaming videos which throttle network capacity (see table below)
- Consistent pattern of abusive data volume consumption for Unlimited/King package (see table below)
- Data consumed is far more than (i.e. five times) the average downloads per subscribers on the network for similar package
- Use of consumer/residential package for commercial usage (i.e. further reselling of broadband service). As per law our service is for end user and thereby reselling of this consumer/residential service is not allowed.
- Use the broadband for such service which are prohibited by regulatory authority or by the law of the land(i.e. VOIP)
What will happen if I EXCEED FAIR USAGE?
BCL may reduce the transmission speed of broadband connection according to the following table for subscribers who abuse the use of BCL services. In the event a subscriber's usage exceeds the regular acceptable levels during peak hours* (generally 10:00 pm to 04:00 am), the broadband connection will NOT be cut off. However, BCL may adjust the broadband connection data transfer rates in order to ensure the quality of services for all regular customers.
During peak hours* (generally 10:00 pm to 04:00 am) if a subscriber's usage exceeds the limit mentioned in the table below, Fair Usage Policy will be applied in the following manner:
- Bandwidth will be throttled down to half of the respective package.
- Bandwidth will be restored to regular bandwidth again on the following morning at 6:00 am.
The usage limit mentioned in the following table ensures maximum usage according to corresponding bandwidth allocated for each plan.
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512kbps |
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512 kbps |
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1 Mbps |
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*Peak hour duration may change with the change of network traffic pattern.
For users suspected of VoIP or any other illegal online activity according to the laws of the land, BCL might be forced to suspend the service of those users and/ or possibly close those accounts.
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Company Information
Banglalion Communications Limited is the largest 4G Wireless Broadband service provider of Bangladesh in terms of coverage, subscriber number and revenue.
- Banglalion was incorporated on September 05, 2008 as a private limited company.
- Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) awarded the Broadband Wireless Access (BWA) operator license to Banglalion on November 18, 2008.
- Banglalion became a public limited company on May 07, 2011.
- Banglalion is planning to be listed with Dhaka & Chittagong Stock Exchange by mid of 2012.
- The Authorized capital of Banglalion is BDT 5 (Five) billion, as of June 2011.
- As of June 2011, the total investment in Banglalion is more than BDT 4.5 billion.
As of September 2011, Banglalion has a total workforce of more than 600 employees.
Banglalion Corporate Headquarter is located at Gulshan, Dhaka.
Major Shareholdings of Banglalion is as follows:
Shareholders | Number of Shares | Number of Shareholders | % of Total |
Sponsors (Company/Institutions)
38,550,000 | 4 | 97.72% |
Other Shareholders(In person) | 900,000 | 6 | 2.28 |
Total Shares | 39,450,000 | 10 | 100% |
Board of Directors: | |||
Major (Retd.) Abdul Mannan | Chairman | ||
Brig Gen (Retd.) Khaled A Karim | Director | ||
Umme Kulsum Mannan | Director | ||
Mahmood Malik | Director |
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Banglalion operates a wireless 4G mobile data network based on IEEE 802.16e standard of ITU which is popularly known as WiMAX technology under a BWA license awarded by Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC).
Banglalion launched it service initially in key areas of Dhaka in January 2010 to provide high-speed wireless broadband internet service to the home and business users of those areas. At present Banglalion network is spread across 7 divisional headquarters and more than 30 major districts of the country. Banglalion management projects that by the end of 2012 the network will expand to Upozila level to cover the rural population of the country. At present Banglalion network includes more than 600 base stations.
In addition to basic high-speed internet connectivity, Banglalion is planning to gradually launch new, innovative and useful Value Added Services like IP Telephony, IP PBX, IP Surveillance, E-Health, E-Entertainment etc.
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I have to agree with that. Been missing me some Mario knife pics/work!
Great to see you posting new work Mario, That looks awesome, I love the snakewood
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Mario, that gyuto is super clean, very nice work!
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So sexy.... Still want well. This exact knife really. Beautiful work. Is it up for grabs? If it is I want dibs.
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I been missing your pictures, but your knife has been keeping me company on line, thats a great looker with some killer snake wood, not sure how I feel about the slanted ferrule though. I think I like it, but I'm not sure.


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The letter in the Nov. 21 Citizen alerted me to the fact that, while the Bethel Dog Park Committee has met with the leaders of the Snow Twisters and Greenstock Snowmobile Clubs and solicited design suggestions from them, there are many club members and other residents and visitors who wonder what plans are in the works. Thank you for this opportunity to explain just what the proposed dog park is all about.
After discussions at two annual forums held by the Bethel Area Nonprofits Collaborative at which the idea of a dog park came up, and at the prodding of local dog owners, a group came together early last spring to discuss the possibility of creating such a park in Bethel. A committee of interested citizens approached the Bethel Selectboard and received permission to do a feasibility study of locations on town property where such a park might be located. The committee settled on an acre of land on the Bethel Pathway property with the approval of the town manager and selectmen. The understanding was that any proposal would follow the model of Davis Park and the Skate Park in that permissions would need to be given by the Bethel Planning Board and Central Maine Power, which owns an easement on the proposed site, and that it would need to be constructed with no cost to Bethel taxpayers.
To date, the committee has received permission from CMP to place 5 foot fencing across its right of way with the understanding that 12 foot wide gates must be provided to allow company vehicles to access the lines and poles in the area. The committee has met with the snowmobile club leaders who have expressed the need for an alteration to the trail leading across the CMP land to assure that trail users can access the businesses on Route 2 in that area as well as the trails leading south and west. They also impressed upon the committee that any alteration must provide room to easily turn the clubs' grooming vehicle, which is 40 feet long with its attachments, around the fenced park. They were given assurances that this accommodation would be made and that the altered trail would be filled and graded to insure that it would be safe and dry. As the committee has progressed in its work it has provided survey and design plans to club representatives.
The committee is now preparing an application to the Bethel Planning Board to allow the proposed park as an a mendment to the Bethel Pathway Plan. The date and time of the planning board meeting will be announced by the town planner and the public will be invited to attend.
When the plan is finally accepted the selectmen will form a town committee to oversee construction and operation of the park. That committee will be responsible for the enforcement of the rules required by the planning board calling upon all dog owners to properly dispose of waste in containers provided, to insure that all dogs brought to the park are properly licensed and vaccinated, and to insure that any dog displaying aggressiveness is immediately leashed and removed from the park.
Many for whom the idea of dog parks is a new concept have asked why, with all the private forestland in the Bethel area, a park is needed at all. Of course, any private land used for recreation is available strictly through the generosity of the landowner. More than that, however, is the opportunity for socialization of dogs and dog owners that is possible in a safe facility where dogs are able to be free to play together and their owners have the opportunity to gather with others who enjoy celebrating that freedom as much as they do. The committee welcomes the opportunity to discuss any concerns that anyone has as we continue to work to make the Bethel Dog Park a reality.
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DeviantART: http://hellknight10.deviantart.com/ Hello everybody, I don't really post much on here but I figured I would share a few pictures with you guys since Pokemon is awesome c: WARNING: I really like Jirachi >.> - Christmas Jirachi Wallpaper - Jirachi and Friends - Olivine's Guardians and here is some random Yukkuri Jirachi that I made to mess with my friend on Skype with: --- well that's all for now, I will post more as I make them but I am currently going through a hiatus due to my old monitor exploding on me... lol right now I am using a replacement monitor and the colors are a bit iffy anyways enjoy PS@mods - if the thread title is considered inappropriate I will surely change it, just let me know
Hey, welcome to Smeargle's Studio! Your art is really lovely, and it's great to see that you can do both a bold style and a more painterly, shaded style. I love the way you've made Jirachi look really metallic in the first two pictures, it really fits. The steelix pic is beautiful, the posing is really nice and the shading is great, and I love the contrast between massive steelix and petite jasmine. The only thing I can see about that is that there seems to be two light sources in the steelix pic, from the left and from the right. Love the work, hope you stick around and I can't wait to see more work from you!
About the Steelix, I went a little bit crazy with the reflective light. I mean with the ocean, the shiny sand and the fact that steel is shiny I couldn't help myself. so it looks like it has many light sources but really it's just the reflective lighting lol anyways thank you very much for your kind words c:
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Forget the parlor game about which person President Barack Obama will pick as his Interior secretary or other posts that have dramatic impacts on Idaho, such as the Department of Energy.
The person picked, while important, is not as critical as the president's agenda for the region beyond the 100th Meridian. During his first term, Obama was largely conciliatory with leaders in the West.
His Interior secretary, Ken Salazar, did not shove any major initiatives down the throats of Western states.
Western Republicans, including Idaho Gov. Butch Otter, protested loudly over Salazar's "wild lands" policy, which was aimed at managing roadless areas controlled by the Bureau of Land Management. But Obama didn't fight back when Congress put a hold on it; he wasn't looking for a fight.
Salazar aggressively pushed the delisting of wolves from Day One and did not oppose the bill that delisted them, backed by Democratic Sen. Jon Tester of Montana. Without that bill, Tester most likely would have lost to Republican Rep. Denny Rehberg. Tester's election was more important politically to Obama than pleasing wildlife advocates.
That won't change in the second term. For the first time, Democrats appear to have a chance to make major gains across the West.
"They're not going to do something to make a Jon Tester or a Harry Reid go crazy," said Idaho Conservation League Executive Director Rick Johnson, who is in Washington for Obama's inauguration.
Climate change will remain the major environmental issue on Obama's plate. That means he will continue to push for renewable energy and efficiency programs while his Environmental Protection Agency places more pressure on utilities to replace dirty coal plants with natural gas or green power.
There is clearly some partisan divide over the issue of combating global warming. But adapting to the warming, which few people deny is happening, is and should be bipartisan, said Trout Unlimited CEO Chris Wood.
"There is no constituency for erosion," Wood said.
This won't mean appropriating new money, but simply reprogramming the conservation money that is already being spent, Wood said. It should mean high-paying jobs in rural communities cutting and thinning forests, closing abandoned roads and working on similar projects in deserts, plains and other federal lands.
"It's almost irresponsible as a country we haven't realized our communities need us to define ways to make them more resilient to the fires and the floods that threaten them," Wood said.
The harder issue ahead for farmers, hunters and other westerners is private lands. Since 1985, farm bills have included billions of dollars for conservation programs — such as the conservation reserve program that paid farmers to rest their land in grass instead of grow crops.
Up to 42 million acres of private land has been turned into habitat for ducks, upland birds and many other species of wildlife, but that could be coming to an end because of major changes in government and the farm economy.
"This perfect storm of collapsing budgets and extraordinary commodity prices is destroying 30 years of conservation programs," said Tom France, National Wildlife Federation regional director in Missoula, Mont.
It will take creative thinking to keep much of southern Idaho's lush dryland farm country from turning into dirt, France said.
There will still be issues such as sage grouse listing, power lines, salmon and grizzly bears.
These aren't War on the West issues.
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