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Obviously I haven't really been keeping up with my blog. I had hoped that it would be a great outlet for me during my loss-of-baby-mourning stages. But how many creative ways are there to say "I'm still sad" or "I'm still crying"? Not too many, I'm sure. And this blog, which had once been a little bright spot in my day, in my week, quickly turned dim, as all I could do when I sat to write was either weep silently or scream my head off.
Today as I glanced at the calendar towards the week ahead, I saw "28″ written on tomorrow's date. 28 weeks. If I hadn't lost the baby, I'd be 28 weeks along, coming into the home stretch, welcoming that third trimester with excitement. I'd be in high prep-mode: writing a birth plan, getting in contact with my doula, washing those itty-bitty newborn cloth diapers I bought when I first found out I was pregnant, taking lots of baths, devouring books on natural birth/birthing choices (Ina May's Guide to Childbirth, Ina May Gaskin; The Thinking Woman's Guide to Childbirth, Henci Goer; Pushed: the Painful Truth about Childbirth and Modern Maternity Care, Jennifer Block, just to name a few!), and prepping myself emotionally, pyschologically and spiritually to give my child the most gentle and meaningful birth I possibly could. It's so hard to believe that so much time has passed when I still feel like it was yesterday when we found out there was something wrong. I do know that one reason why it's still so painful is because that baby was supposed to be our last — number five — the last little one to complete our family and now the little void can no longer be filled by that child.
Some of us have been able to move on more than others — my oldest daughter and son don't talk about it much anymore, but when my 3 year old daughter plays with her dolls, the Mama always loses a baby. My husband sees the pain in my eyes when someone else we know shares their news of a pregnancy (Yes, it's exciting for you! But sad for all of those who have lost babies! I wish I had been more aware of this when announcing my own previous pregnancies.) – he sees the pain when we're at the grocery store and there's a mama rubbing her swollen belly. I know our news didn't effect a lot of people, mainly our families. There were a lot of people we hoped would be there for us that simply weren't, for reasons we may never know — it's past now and the last thing I want to hear now is "Sorry I didn't let you know then…" or "I didn't know what to say then…" – but there were also a lot of people who did carry us through. God blessed us in the smiles of strangers, whose best wishes to us gave the most strength.
I think as I move forward in my emotional recovery, one of the best things I can remember is that the Lord gives and the Lord also takes away…blessed be the name of the Lord. I do keep thinking of that a lot and it has helped tremendously. The Lord deserves as much praise now in this time as He did when I first realized I was pregnant…the loss of my child doesn't diminish the fact that He is good. He is as much in the sadness when pregnancy ends as He is in the joy when it begins and I truly do believe that.
I don't know what's in store for us in the future. Another baby? I don't know. Maybe. It's hard to even think about that because in my mind I still should be pregnant, y'know? I would love to say I know that God will again bless us – with that fifth baby — but I don't know. I'm trying to be okay with that, but mostly I just want to fully heal…to get past that little ache in my heart and the desire to punch the face of every pregnant woman I see.
…obviously I'm doing better if I can crack a joke like that! :o)
Also, I'm going to try to promise that this is my last post on the subject…at least for now.


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Paul Brickman (April 23, 1949) is an American screenwriter and film director, born in Chicago, Illinois. He is best known for the film Risky Business where he served as director and screenwriter.
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Participants will be "running for the world" starting at 8 a.m. Feb. 25 at the church. This will mark the 21st year the church will host the "Run for the World" 5K race. The Rev. Jack Kale explained that the "initial spirit is the same spirit we have today."
The purpose of the run is to raise awareness and money for the various missions the church supports.
"Our church tries to think globally and act locally, and we love being in ministry with the community," he said. "We're raising money for missions through a fun, healthy way."
Supporting and participating in missions has always been part "of our heritage as a church," Kale said. He said the race has been well received by the community and it brings together the "running world" and the congregation. At the present time, there are about 500 runners/walkers registered for the race. All of the proceeds will go toward international and national missions.
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With the festive season rapidly approaching, the food team have produced some poultry advice, which will help to protect your family and friends this Christmas from food poisoning.
If your turkey is frozen make sure it is thoroughly defrosted before you cook it. If your turkey has not thawed properly the centre of the turkey will not reach a temperature high enough to kill the food poisoning bacteria inside of it.
Before you start cooking make sure there are no ice crystals in the cavity. You could also test the thicker parts of the turkey with a folk, to tell whether the meat feels frozen.
It is very important to work out the defrosting time in advance, so you know how much time to allow. Remember large turkeys can take a couple of days to defrost.
When you start defrosting, take the turkey out of it's packaging, put it on a large dish and cover. Remove the giblets and the neck as soon as possible, because this speeds up thawing.
Put the dish in a cool, clean place (ideally the fridge) where the turkey won't touch other foods. Ensure the turkey is placed at the bottom of the fridge to prevent cross contamination.
If it isn't possible to defrost your turkey in the fridge, you could use a cool room, or a garage. Keep the turkey covered and make sure that pets and young children are kept away. Remember that the temperature of the place where the turkey is kept will affect thawing times.
To work out the defrosting time for your turkey, you should check the packaging [manufacturers instructions].
If there are no instructions on your turkey we would recommend you use the Food standards agency defrosting guide which is available on the Food Standards Agency website. You can use this guide to give you a rough estimate of how long it will take to defrost your turkey.
When your turkey is fully defrosted, put it in the fridge until you are ready to cook it. If this isn't possible make sure you cook it immediately
Wash your hands with hot water and soap before and after handling the turkey or any other raw meat to avoid cross contamination.
There is no need to wash your turkey washing your turkey or any other poultry can splash harmful bacteria around your kitchen leading to cross- contamination of other foods.
Always clean worktops, chopping boards, dishes and utensils thoroughly after they have touched raw poultry preferably with an antibacterial spray.
Never use the same chopping board for raw poultry and ready to eat ready to eat food without washing it thoroughly in warm soapy water. (If possible use separate chopping boards for raw and ready to eat food).
These cooking times are based on an unstuffed bird. It's better to cook your stuffing in a separate roasting tin, rather than inside the bird, so it will cook more easily and cooking guidelines will be more accurate. (If you cook your bird with the stuffing inside, you will need to allow extra time for the amount of stuffing and allow for the fact that it cooks more slowly.)
Remember some ovens, such as fan-assisted ovens, might cook the bird more quickly – check the manufacturer's handbook for your oven if you can. Always check that the meat is cooked thoroughly before serving.
As a general guide, in an oven preheated to 180ºC (350ºF, Gas Mark 4):
Tip: Cover your turkey with foil during cooking and uncover for the last 30 minutes to brown the skin. To stop the meat drying out, baste it every hour during cooking.
Other birds, such as goose and duck, need different cooking times and temperatures. The Food Standards Agency website have produced a handy guide to help you cook your poultry.
It's very important to keep cooked meat and poultry in the fridge. If they are left out at room temperature, food poisoning bacteria can grow and multiply. So, after you have carved your turkey (or other bird), cool any leftovers as quickly as possible (within one to two hours), cover them and put them in the fridge. If you are re heating leftover turkey, or other food, always make sure it is steaming hot all the way through before you eat it. Don't re-heat more than once. Ideally try and use any leftovers within 48 hours.


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6:30 p.m. — 1300 block of 60th Street E. Criminal Mischief. Unknown suspect(s) kicked the side garage door, and, in doing so, cracked the left doorframe around the door. The suspect(s) then fled in an unknown direction by unknown means.
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3:10 p.m. — 6400 block of 67th Street Circle E. Found Property. While cleaning one of the hotel rooms, hotel staff found a small baggie of marijuana. The hotel staff turned the baggie into the front desk clerk, who contacted the sheriff's office. The responding deputy obtained the baggie and placed it into property and evidence to be destroyed.
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3:30 p.m. — 2800 block of University Parkway. Petit Theft. The female defendant concealed items in a bag and left the store without paying. Loss prevention detained the defendant until law enforcement arrived. Upon the deputy's arrival, affidavits were obtained, and the stolen property, valued at $31.37, was obtained. The defendant was arrested and transported to jail.
Indecent proposal
5:15 p.m. — 8494 Lockwood Ridge Road (McDonald's). Indecent Exposure in Public. While driving through a fast-food restaurant parking lot, the victim saw the defendant exposing himself. Law enforcement found the defendant behind a dumpster on the property. The manager requested the defendant be trespassed from the property. The defendant was advised if he returned he would be arrested for trespassing.
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Late for work
2:45 a.m. — 4900 block of Creekside Trail. Unarmed Burglary to an Unoccupied Conveyance. Unknown person(s) entered the vehicle and stole various items valued at $207. The victim heard a door slam at about 2:45 a.m., and when he walked outside to investigate, he noticed his vehicle had been burglarized. He didn't call law enforcement right away because he had to go to work. He did contact his credit-card companies and canceled the two cards that were stolen. Due to the texture of the interior, latent prints were unable to be obtained.
Mother's fear
8:13 p.m. — 6200 block of 99th Street E. Aggravated Stalking. The defendant sent numerous text and telephone messages to his mother directly and through his aunt, threatening to do his mother harm and kill her on the night of the report. The defendant said he had means to carry out the threat when and if he comes in physical contact with his mother, who feared for her safety.
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I have finally got pictures taken of my winter cape. Last year, I created a spring cape that I could wear in warmer weather. I loved it and wanted to make a second. The winter in Oregon is usually warm enough to wear a cape, but really rainy. I wanted a hood on the cape to keep out the rain. I had some black fabric that I got for free and some soft velvety flower printed fabric that I got for really cheap. I drafted a hood from a jacket that I wear during the winter. I added a few extra inches so that it would fall out in a more dramatic way. I decided to make the belt with a belt look instead of a tie because the fabric looked like a bathrobe tie once tied. I had found the sparkly belt buckle at a flea market in Maine for a dollar. I then found some gloves at a shop for $4. In these photos I am wearing Versace pants and an angora sweater that I got during a clothing swap party.
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Dec 21, 2011, 07.32 AMby lmb
How cute. I like the pink and black together on this.
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Thanks. I really liked the soft pink fabric, but I thought that it may be a little too loud as a cape. The black tames it a bit and makes the pink the accent color.
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Really cute! :D
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For the past couple of days, the Portland Oregonian has been recalling last year's deadly attack at the Clackamas Town Center , an event that preceded Sandy Hook by three days, but has provided a launch pad for local gun control efforts and allowed the newspaper to re-live the events, even with a story today.
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On her MSNBC 1pm ET hour show on Wednesday, host Andrea Mitchell lamented the "astounding lack of accomplishment" in Congress throughout 2013, especially on "any kind of new gun laws, despite what happened in Newtown."
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Former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords is closing her congressional campaign account and transferring the nearly $300,000 to a newly-created PAC, with its first donations going to senators of both parties who supported a federal gun control measure earlier this year, POLITICO has learned.
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American gun sales have been climbing for nearly a decade, but they have surged under President Barack Obama -- particularly after the Newtown, Conn., school shooting in December 2012.
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Anti-Gun Wyoming Mayor Resigns
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Worst Cubs starts ever
by Chris JaffeMay 26, 2012
Well, the Cubs did it again—they lost another game today, their 11th straight. It's just the 10th time in franchise history they've had a losing streak that long. If there's a bright side, it's that one of those 11-game losing streaks happened to the 1970 Cubs club, which actually ended the year with a winning record. Then again, that club had a lot more talent on it than this sad sack 2012 squad does.
The Cubs' record now stands at 15-31, safely the worst in either league. Okay, but how does that rank in the history of this championship-deprived franchise? Well, let's look it up.
It turns out this is the sixth time in the Cubs' 137 seasons that they've dropped at least 31 of their first 46 contests.
Their worst record at this point in the season came back in 1981, when the Cubs were an inept 10-36 through 46 games. Yeah, that almost makes the 2012 team look good. (Well, no, not really, but let's just say that anyway.) That '81 bunch might've lost 100 games, but that year lost a third of its contests due to a players' strike. The strike came in the right season for the Cubs.
The North Siders' next worst start came in 1966, when they began 13-33. That club went on to lose over 100 games, one of two times in franchise history it's done that.
Twice the Cubs have begun the year 14-32—in 1953 and 1957. The 1955 squad sorta recovered, playing nearly .500 the rest of the way to end the 154-game season with fewer than 90 losses. Let's call that a moral victory. The 1957 team did a little worse, ending the year 62-92.
The Cubs began the year 15-31 in 1962, the other time the team lost 100 games on the season. Until this year, that's the only time the Cubs began the the season with a record of 15-31 through 46 contests.
The Cubs have three 16-30 starts as well: 1943, 1948 and 1894. (The 1943 team ended the year at nearly .500, a fluke possibly caused by all the real players getting drafted for World War II as the season wore on.)
Tallying it up, in the six previous times the Cubs dropped at least 30 of their first 46 games they ended the year with an average winning percentage of .407. That's like a team going 66-96. Yeah, that sounds about right for the Cubs so far.
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Jon Schmidt is a rare commodity in today's music world — he is an artist that will simply not play into a single musical genre. Often labeled a "New Age" artist, Jon takes the essence of New Age and turns it on its head. Adding elements of Rock 'n' Roll and Classical music, Jon takes New Age music to a place it has never been before.
With seven albums to his credit, Jon takes listeners on an exhilarating yet heart-felt musical journey. Jon's compositions rise above the "paint-by-numbers" songs of today. He has been able rescue the noble parts of New Age from the clutch's of "over extended synthesizers" to bring the listener exceptional, solid music that is fun and still poignant. From the Classical Piano stylings of the wildly popular "Waterfall" (which Jon wrote as a teenager) to the Rock 'n' Roll hybrid "Pachelbel meets U2," Jon has been able to find a pure sound that is distinctly his own without ever succumbing to the trappings of the music genre. With his eclectic blend of sounds, Jon has produced a loyal following that is just as diverse as his musical interests. Jon's music has crossed the great divide finding an audience across the globe. While Jon sees himself as an American artist in the West, his music has touched people the world over, as anyone can see from the response to his music online. As Reuben Evans, a UK fan states, "[Jon is] Awesome! Simply Brilliant, the sort of music that stops you dead and demands that you listen." Jon's music has not simply crossed cultural divides but generations as well. From pre-teens to post Baby Boomer, the diversity of Jon's audience is a unique as the music itself. As M. Durrell from Kansas states, "[Because] my husband AND my grandchildren enjoy Jon's music — it states volumes of the reach to all ages..." Because of Jon's strong musical appeal, his sheet music continues to touch the new crop of fresh pianists. As thousands will attest, the "kid tested, parent/teacher approved" outcome illustrates why Jon's 6 volumes of musical scores fly off the store shelves. He has inspired teenagers to stick with their piano lessons and children to try it for themselves. Who would think that a New Age artist would have the teenyboppers of today raving about the "awesome" music? Jon himself was raised on the masters. Born to German immigrants, classical music was a part of everyday life. Jon was playing Mozart Sonatas and composing his own music at the ripe old age of 11. Worried about what kind of future a musician father could provide a family, Jon majored in English with plans to continue on for an MBA. However, while performing occasional benefit shows during those college years his music began to take off. As Jon realized that people would give him a chance, he took a leap of faith and rented out the largest concert hall in Salt Lake City and presented his own concert. There was no turning back from his music. Jon is now both a happily married father of 5 and a successful musician. Jon's live performance is everything you would expect from hearing his music. From the tender stories of the inspiration behind his music to the show stopping, acrobatic, pyrotechnic finale, Jon Schmidt puts on a show that cannot be duplicated. His laid back, fun-loving personality shines through, while he avoids the melodrama of "New Age" concerts. The spirit of his shows is not lost on audiences. Jon has won the hearts of crowds internationally. He performs to sell out crowds and his annual Christmas Concert has become a staple of the Wasatch Front holiday season. In a time where music is becoming more and about a brand to sell, Jon Schmidt is a breath of fresh air. Jon Schmidt is creating pure music that does not bow down to genre and image but rather rises above them to bring the listener an innovative music experience. For music downloads, free sheet music, and more information be sure to check out Jon's website at www.jonschmidt.com. Check out the artist's website: http://www.jonschmidt.com Track List: 1. Good Times 2. Waterfall 3. Passages 4. Winter Wind 5. Walk in the Woods 6. Hymn of Spring 7. Bells of Freedom 8. Good Day 9. Tribute 10. Cherished Moments Other Genres:


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Catching Elephant is a theme by Andy Taylor
Every morning for the past one year Aurora does her morning pages. Before she speaks she writes three pages, an outlet she learned from Julia Cameron.
It can be about dreams, illusions, what she wants from today, what she received from yesterday, or just allow her pen to do the talking. The best part though has to be her silence and anxiety while in search of a pen.
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SYNOPSIS: Deep in a jungle in India a boy, Mowgli, is raised by wolves, befriended by Bagheera (a panther) and Baloo (a great bear) and threatened by Shere Kahn (the evil tiger). Included also is the intriguing story of a young Rudyard Kipling who is sent away from his home in Bombay to a British boarding school. Here he encounters his own adventures of a different type, highlighting the worth of friendship and loyalty through excitement and humor.
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I've been wanting to say something to my boss.
My feelings, though, of disgruntlement have waxed and waned. One day I came into work, so fired up by my thoughts of injustice on the commute in, I furiously scribbled a list of Things I Do as ammunition.
I need more protected time.
But, things were busy that day and the list got pushed under a million other things, and by the time I remembered, the fire had smoldered and I thought, it's not that bad.
Another thing was holding me back.
Among my colleagues, I am the only one with children.
I've always feared that saying something about wanting a decreased workload or other dispensation would automatically trigger the - oh, that's the (weak) mother talking. At times, I feel like I need to prove myself as extra-productive to counteract such thoughts. Look! I can do all of this despite having kids!
Yet, the last couple of days were so overwhelmingly hectic that I again felt that need to have The Talk with The Boss. I talked it over with my husband and he agreed: I was doing too much, especially now while I was still nursing my son. But, do you think I should even mention family issues? I really didn't want to. Yes, it is part of the equation but it's not a part I'm willing to admit to my work (male) superior.
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I wish sticking up for myself was easier, and that I didn't feel such hesitance due to my mothering identity. Maybe I would feel the same way, even if I didn't have children...women tend to be not as good negotiators when it comes to our jobs.The extra protected time, though, is a serious boon. I'm glad I said something.


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Guaraná Antarctica is made from the natural fruit extracts of the guaraná plant, which is native to Brazil. This not only offers exceptional energy boosting properties, but a unique fruity flavour.
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Pacific Southwest, Region 9
Serving: Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Pacific Islands, Tribal Nations
Air Actions, Gila River Indian Community
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Final Actions
EPA Finalizes Approval of Air Quality Regulations for the Gila River Indian Community
January 19, 2011: Final approval of the Gila River Indian Community Tribal Implementation Plan.
On January 19, 2011, at a ceremony in Sacaton, Arizona, the EPA Regional Administrator signed the final rule approving the Gila River Indian Community's Tribal Implementation Plan (TIP) under the Clean Air Act. The effect of our final action is to make the TIP federally enforceable.
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August 3, 2010: Proposed approval of the Gila River Indian Community Tribal Implementation Plan.
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If you are already on the HCG diet, then you know how difficult eating out can be. In fact, it can be frustrating in case you don't know what you are doing and what you are supposed to do. Of course, you can always avoid eating out when you are on a diet, but this is not always possible and there is no reason why you should torture yourself this way. If you are careful, you can easily eat out without cheating and messing up your diet plan even if you are on a very strict diet plan such the HCG diet.
When on the HCG diet, there are only a couple of things that you need to remember if you want to eat out. First of all, it is important for you to have a plan. Choose a restaurant that has something that might work for you and choose your meal before you actually get to the restaurant because this way, you can avoid thinking about it too much and ordering something that may not be beneficial.
Since there aren't that many choices for you on the menu, carry an apple with you or some other type of fruit that you can eat in case you still feel hungry after your meal. By having something to rely on in case you are still hungry, you will avoid ordering something else on the menu that will make you exceed the number of calories you are allowed to consume.
The best course of action is to choose a salad or grilled chicken or the combination of the two. We can all agree that salads are boring and that no one is enthusiastic about them, but they are a safe choice and they will help you achieve your goal. When ordering a salad, make sure that you avoid croutons and any kind of dressing because these are not allowed according to the HCG diet because they have too many calories.
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Exclusive: 'Walking Dead' Gets 'Hounded'
First Look!
The Walking Dead continues this breathless third season this Sunday, with an all-new episode titled Hounded, and ETonline has your exclusive first look at the outing!
VIDEO - On The Walking Dead Set
Following his complete emotional breakdown -- and unexpected phonecall -- last week, Rick briefly returns to the group in Sunday's episode and finds them running low on ammunition. So Maggie continues to step outside the prison walls and takes Glenn on her next potentially deadly run in search of food and firepower.
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text: The Gallery People and Parties Vera Wang Vogue Dinner 03 March 2010 Julia Neel Last night, ahead of Sunday's Oscars ceremony, American Vogue hosted a dinner to celebrate the opening of Vera Wang's new store on Melrose. Reese Witherspoon and Renée Zellweger both chose grape-toned dresses by Vera Wang for the occasion. They were joined by Rachel Zoe (fresh from her tour of the Milan catwalks), Amber Valetta and the designer herself - all dressed in Vera Wang. Could this mean that we are set to see some of Vera's show-stopping gowns on the red carpet at the Kodak Theatre on Sunday? We can't say for sure but be sure to click back on Monday to see who wore what at the Oscars. SEE ALL THE PHOTOS Related Gallery Iconic Oscars Fashion


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As part of Providence Orthopedic Institute's commitment to providing excellent patient care, Providence has joined the American Joint Replacement Registry (AJRR). It is an independent, not-for-profit database designed to store comprehensive data about joint replacement procedures. More than a million hip and knee replacements are performed each year in the U.S., a number that is expected to increase as more and more men and women remain active as they get older. The lion's share of replacement surgeries are successful, offering patients years of trouble-free use and helping patients resume their regular activities of daily living. But a few patients – about 7.5% nationwide, according to 2006 figures – experience problems following surgery that require the artificial joint to be replaced. "Joining the AJRR will help ensure that we can continue to provide patients with the best care possible," said Karen Foley, executive director, Providence Orthopedic Institute. "By participating with other hospitals in sharing information about artificial joint performance and physician and patient experiences, we can help joint replacement procedures become safer nationwide, while optimizing our own patients' experiences here at Providence." By offering a single source of data, doctors and other healthcare professionals who use the registry can easily access data from medical centers around the country and use that information to help them make more informed recommendations to their patients, ultimately improving patient care and reduce healthcare costs associated with replacement procedures. All data collected by the AJRR remains confidential to protect patient privacy. The American Joint Replacement Registry was founded in 2009 by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and other orthopedic industry leaders, and began collecting data in 2011. The mission of the registry is to enhance patient safety, improve quality of care and reduce the cost of care. For more information about the registry, visit www.ajrr.net.
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A favourite of celebrities and the well-to-do downtown set, this upscale American style steakhouse is one of the see and be seen places in the city.
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