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About Last Week's Controversies, And About TV's Massive Fail In General
Last week I talked about the show 'Girls', the backlash surrounding it, and why I thought calling racism on just this show was actually misogyny wrapped in self-righteous blogging. Truth is, all of us, including me, missed an opportunity to talk about the real issue here: all of television, not just this show. We missed a chance to examine how much TV has lost the diversity it worked towards for decades, and the fact that that in itself is a conversation that needs an opportune moment, when people of color are constantly discussing it in non-mainstream forums, is upsetting.
I want to apologize not only for missing that chance myself, but to everyone who misunderstood my meaning. I did not intend in any way to dismiss the relevance of show's lack of diversity, nor imply that the feminist element of this issue in any way took precedence over the racial aspect. A friend asked me what I thought the difference was between not dismissing the show entirely and asking everyone to give it a chance: dismissing the entire show means also dismissing the aspects of it that involve an amount of female empowerment that doesn't exist anywhere else in television right now, and makes it easier for women (and by proxy, other groups) to be marginalized. Giving it a chance implies that the issue of homogeneity isn't all that serious and people should just lighten up, which I did not mean to convey in the least and frankly, anyone who doesn't like or connect with the show has their reason to, as with anything. Homogeneity is an issue in the show's casting; sexism is an issue in the blogosphere's reaction to it. The two are not mutually exclusive, are not competing for attention, and reflect valid issues that all of us need to discuss, educate ourselves on, and resolve.
I have been thinking about so many things this past week, because this issue is layered, complex, and saturated with emotion and history. It's not that I'm ok with the show being about white privilege, I just didn't expect anything different after seeing Dunham's film Tiny Furniture. I think the bigger problem is that HBO commissioned a(nother) show about white privilege. The bigger problem is everyone working in television programming who chooses to reflect only a fraction of their viewing audience in the shows they choose to develop, and even worse, limit the development of more "diverse" programming because they underestimate our intelligence and interests as viewers.
When a show like 'Awkward Black Girl', that has an enormous YouTube following and is about universally relatable experiences, is told in a network meeting that it would only be developed with more "mainstream" actors, the point is clearly missed. Hollywood still has a problem telling universal stories through non-white characters, and the excuse of needing more recognizable faces in television is a weak one. Television has historically thrived on new talent – most successful shows ('Freaks and Geeks', 'Friends', 'Will & Grace', 'Modern Family', 'The Office', 'Ugly Betty', 'Seinfeld', shall I continue?) started with a cast of previously unknown actors and launched their careers. So for a show like 'Awkward Black Girl', which is just one example, to be told that it wouldn't bring in viewers when its YouTube numbers and wildfire-like spread across the internet clearly shows that audiences are interested, we have to seriously wonder where network executives are getting their ideas from.
I'm not going to speak for anyone else, and for the sake of this conversation I will put aside my self-identified marginalized heritage as an Eastern European Jewish woman (generation zero, grew up behind the Iron Curtain). Because while I may have grown up under very different circumstances with a pretty intense family history that had its fair share of violent oppression, for the purpose of this conversation I'm a white woman between the ages of 18-35 living in the United States and watching television. Do you hear that, networks? I'm your target demographic, and you're missing a huge opportunity by assuming you know what I want to see instead of listening to me. Maybe it's because you don't understand this newfangled technology of tubes called the interwebs. You probably feel threatened by it, because more and more of us are watching TV on it, increasingly shows made by regular folks who raised the funds for it themselves, ie. stuff you can't profit off. That must be really hard for you. You probably don't care, but I've had a pilot script for years and I'm waiting to develop it myself because I just don't trust you with it, and I'm probably not the only one.
As a member of your target advertising audience, I want you to know that you're missing a huge opportunity every time you deny a person of color to tell any story, especially when its one I can relate to myself. I loved 'Queer as Folk' and 'The L word', but if someone comes to you with a less raunchy high school drama about LGBTQ kids, please remember that high school is always relatable, whoever's lens you see it through, and you don't need to saturate shows about non-straight/white people with sex just to get viewers. And with all this bullying in the news, these are probably stories a lot of people would relate to. I loved 'The Bernie Mac Show' because it was a hilarious sitcom, not because it was about a black family – if the talent is there, the demographics will follow, if you're willing to support it. My favorite character on 'My So-Called Life' was Ricky, the gay Hispanic boy, but you cancelled that after the first season they way you did so many other iconic shows. I hope you don't think you've done your part for the Hispanic community with 4 seasons of 'Ugly Betty' and the 'George Lopez' reruns on Nick at Nite, because there's no quota to meet – the sky's the limit! Ps – every time you develop a show like 'Outsourced', ie filled with slurs about brown people overseas who have to answer to a white man, you lose me as a viewer because I'm already on YouTube finding a show that's worth my time and intellect.
I'm a white girl in my 20s and you know what? I don't want to see myself on TV. There's enough of me on there already, and I spend all day hanging out with me. I want to know what other people are doing, what their lives are like. I want to know how someone with a different experience views the same problems I deal with myself, but you won't let me do that when I come home at the end of the day and just want to watch something interesting. I want to see more films like 'Sin Nombre' and 'Pariah', which speak to the experiences of thousands of people who I pass on the street, share buses and trains with, stand next to at the supermarket, go to concerts with and – surprise! – am friends with. That's right TV – all of us out here interact with each other! Gasp!
I apologize that as a blogger on a widely read site, I missed the chance last week to talk about race and marginalization on TV as a whole. I apologize that I contributed to keeping the conversation focused on a female writer/director/actor instead of shifting it to the programmers who intentionally sought out another story about white women, perhaps thinking that the "women" part was "groundbreaking" enough. I apologize that even with my focus on this one show, I missed a chance to talk about the unconventional choices it made with regards to portraying female bodies on television, and the myriad of men who denounced that as "ugly" and "fat." Most of all, I apologize to all the people of color who misinterpreted my intentions and meaning to be disrespectful of their voice and experience, and I can only hope that the conversations they have been having all over Tumblr and the rest of the internet way before this show came along will be heard and voiced so we can all learn from each other and share our stories in wider-reaching mediums. It's time to get with the program, TV.
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400M Indians Endangered By Ozone Depletion
Indian and U.S. scientists have reported that a dangerously declining ozone layer over northern India threatens the lives of 400 million people.
A joint study by scientists of the Indian Institute of Technology at Kanpur and George Mason University in Virginia assessed the trend of ozone depletion over the Indian subcontinent using satellite and limited ground observations, the Press Trust of India reported Tuesday.
The rate of ozone decline was found to be higher in recent years in the valley of the Ganges River than in other parts of India, said Ramesh Singh, one of the authors of the study.
"This declining trend is a serious threat, especially to 400 million people who live in the basin," the authors reported in a paper soon to appear in the international Journal of Remote Sensing. Further investigation is needed to determine the reasons for the depletion, th e report states.
Ozone is an important atmospheric trace gas that blocks harmful ultraviolet radiation from the sun. Manmade chemicals like chlorine destroy it. Decreased ozone has been linked to increases in skin cancer rates.
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The Bears game in Detroit proved to be the kind that we all expected: really boring battle against a really bad team. The Lions aren't bad. They are baaaad. I don't care if the announcers and experts around the NFL say otherwise. They are wrong. If I were a Lions' fan, I would be calling for this coach's head. Just because last year they won two games and this year they may win three? What does that say about the squad? Are Detroit fans just happy to have three wins?
Bears v. Lions: ObservationsDec. 6, 2010
The Bears game in Detroit proved to be the kind that we all expected: really boring battle against a really bad team. The Lions aren't bad. They are baaaad. I don't care if the announcers and experts around the NFL say otherwise. They are wrong. If I were a Lions' fan, I would be calling for this coach's head. Just because last year they won two games and this year they may win three? What does that say about the squad? Are Detroit fans just happy to have three wins?
Sound bite of the day: Berny Stone botches opening statementDec. 3, 2010
50th ward Alderman Berny Stone took part in a WBEZ forum featuring 50th ward candidates vying for the seat in 2011. It is expected to be an intense, hard-fought election in the West Rogers Park area of the city.
The big question earlier this year was whether or not Alderman Stone was going to run for re-election. The 83 year-old alderman decided to run again, citing that it would be cheaper for residents for him to continue, rather than paying for a new alderman AND Stone's pension.
So the sound bite is Stone's opening statement at the forum. It's not pretty. In fact, it's a little sad. The first line is something that comedy writers would use for a skit about an old politician who doesn't have it all together. And if I were casting that skit, I would definitely cast Berny Stone.
Why not rename Balbo Drive to 'Santo' Street?Dec. 3, 2010
The passing of Ron Santo has Chicagoans thinking of fond memories the popular personality gave them. So why not honor his life by renaming a street? Not honorary, but a full-fledged rename? This is not my idea. It's the idea of Chicago Tribune Columnist Eric Zorn, who in 2008 wrote about how there were more deserving Italian-American Chicagoans than Italo Balbo. He was suggesting a more suitable replacement for the Italian general, whose name replaced 7th Street 77 years ago. Zorn did a poll and Ron Santo was the readers' choice. We remembered that movement and I G-chatted up Mr. Zorn today to ask if he still thought Ron Santo would be a good name for that street:
Justin: So in 2008 you did a poll about renaming Balbo street. Why?
Eric: It's a major street in Chicago curiously named for a leader of the fascist thugs who brought Benito Mussolini to power.
Describing Ron SantoDec. 3, 2010
The old Cub has passed. Ron Santo died today at the age of 70. When I shouted the news to my wife this morning, she said "Oh no!". And she's not even a baseball fan. Santo is known throughout Chicago as one of the city's great characters - one of these larger than life personalities that transcend their day jobs and hold a special place in Chicago's heart. Julie never watched him play. She never listened to him broadcast a game. But she knew him.
WBEZ's Tony Arnold is working on an obit for the air today. We were discussing the word you would use to describe Santo's broadcast style. It's hard to sum up. His visceral fist-pumping and emotional display would often say more about the game than the actual play. Santo's broadcast style reminded me of two guys (Hughes & Santo) sitting on lawn chairs in the driveway with the garage door up. On the radio (dial broken), WGN 720.
So what word would you use? Folksy? Here are some others we threw out:
Colorful? For sure. But that sums up his character, I'm not sure his broadcast qualities.
Steve Gadlin has to draw 1,000 catsDec. 2, 2010
Full disclosure: Steve Gadlin and I are pretty good friends. We've worked together on several comedy projects and both worked at WBEZ on an earlier version of this here web site. Steve and I can also be found drinking a quick tallboy at the train station bar between commutes (he works at WCIU, I live in West Loop).
I've always loved Steve's work. He is the force behind the long-running game show (not running anymore) called Don't Spit the Water. He also is the brainchild behind the live talent show Impress These Apes. You can also catch him on CAN TV with Talkin' Funny, where his alter-ego Sasha and his silent partner the Noob take phone calls. Yes, that's it. For a half an hour. And finally, Gadlin also is the man behind The Nairobi Project, which is the production of a play written by a Kenyan playwright through a spam email.
Now that the background is out of the way, let's talk about Steve Gadlin's new project - www.iwanttodrawacatforyou.com. It's a site where you can order Steve to draw a cat. You tell him what you want the cat to do, he'll draw and send it to you.
Five minutes with the Vocalo bloggers: Jim DeRogatisDec. 2, 2010
I have a new segment. It's called 'Five minutes with the Vocalo bloggers." The idea is to talk with some of the Vocalo blog stars about topics in their respective areas of interest. Last week, I talked to Steve Dolinsky about the Michelin stars. This week: Jim DeRogatis. Jim talks the Grammys, Kanye West and John Lennon, and I ask Jim about his awesome habit of getting into public fights with musicians.
caught up with Jim after his taping of Sound Opinions. He was gracious enough to sit down and shoot the shit...for five minutes.
Ricky 'Hollywood' Hendon (on civil unions): "It's just fairness, y'all, that's all"Dec. 1, 2010
State Senator Ricky 'Hollywood' Hendon had something to say during the civil union floor debate today in Springfield. And I believe he now rivals Mayor Daley for most 'Sound bite of the day' entries.
He references Rome, Baptism, fairness and of course, hell. I wonder if those in support of civil unions will use this speech as their battle cry? (audio above)
Roll call! How your lawmaker voted on civil unionsDec. 1, 2010
"The Illinois Senate has approved civil unions, putting Illinois on the verge of granting official recognition to gay and lesbian couples." - Associated Press
So how did your representative vote? And better yet, how did our lawmakers who want higher office vote?
For instance:
- State Senator James Meeks voted "no" on civil unions. He was one of five Senate Democrats who voted "no" (one voted present)
- The only Republican to vote "yes" in the Senate: Your new state treasurer, Dan Rutherford.
- Senator Bill Brady voted "no".
Check out the complete roll calls below under Extras.
Thanks to Illinois Public Radio and WBEZ's Sam Hudzik.


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Protesters Seize Several East Libyan Cities
Reports Say Libyan Govt Relying on Mercenaries from Chad in Fight
Libya's national congress has announced that it will suspend itself indefinitely as unrest looks to be overwhelming the Libyan government and President-for-life Moammar Gadhafi's ability to cope.
Protesters say that they've actually taken control of a number of cities in eastern Libya, and that they have in some cases been joined by local security forces. Protesters have also seized jails and released detainees.
Faced with the growing inability to crush the protesters with their own troops, the military is said to have withdrawn from al-Bayda, and the opposition reports that the government has been bringing in mercenaries from neighboring Chad to fight the protests.
With some 40 years in office, President Gadhafi had made a lot of enemies, and like many of the dictators in the region appears to be rapidly losing control of the situation. The death toll is said to be spiraling as well in the east, and the confirmed "24 dead" from earlier today will likely be replaced shortly with scores reported slain in Benghazi and elsewhere.
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It's a good feeling hearing about these; wavers between worry about the people in revolt, and cheering inside. In '02 I heard a 19yr old's rationale for the Iraq occupation (nearly word for word): "We've heard it's the Iraqi people that will suffer. But they refuse to get rid of Saddam –" SadDAM is a fun word to say, so she really pounced on the absurd finale: "so they lost their right to freedom." I later caught the same free-er-than-thou nonsense on the radio (Mark Levine, I believe), confirming that it was some kind of 'zeitgeist.' 'refuse to get rid of' your consumer hate object, eh? Lost their 'rights' for that indolence, eh? Well, now 'they' are doing things it would be hard to fault them for. How will 'we' be selling their repression, now? If it's not free-er-than-thou anymore, what's the new war rationale? How long before the new gov'ts are coopted? I Don't know! Just asking!
That's certainly some development.
some may have no choice except to step it ,up with mercs involved,"hell,they may have to take it downtown,what would Hercules du`
There really is no reason we should want to keep Libyia Iraq or Iran or any of the Islamic countries as whole in tack countries . Why not let the countries fragment into small fiefdoms where the tribes and families can jocky amoungst each other for supremecy . With no one having a big enough tax base or population to really threaten very much damage to anyone . NATO was only too happy to bustup Yugoslavia and bring freedom and democracy to several minorities leaving the Serbian majority with less than half of thier once powerfull country . Now the Balkans are back to where they used to be with no federal Yugoslavia to prevent the continues war that always has been in the Balkans . The only thing stopping the war right now is the E.U.and NATO troops permately stationed there . Dealing with one goverenment was a advantage in the colonial days when we only had to pay or bribe one family to get all the raw materials from the whole country . Now that we a supposed to be buying the natural resources for a fair price we could just as well buy from the tribal areas . In Iraq the Kurds could just as well be a seperate county from the Shiits or Sunnis .


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Started eating...
(the title of this blog is related to the one of my previous post...)
Geertjan and Ken have started blogging about Nasa World Wind, so it was pretty easy for me to embed it in blueMarine. I actually redesigned my Map module into a Geo module, that can display maps with JXMapViewer as well as 3D sceneries such as NASA's.
I think that Geertjan and Ken will keep on blogging on World WInd and as soon as I'll figure out how to render geotagged point you will see blueMarine pinning thumbnails on the Earth. ;-)
For the other thing that got me excited, I've just requested a login for the Sun Grid Compute Facility. Now I have just to wait a few days until somebody verifies that I'm not going to play with nuclear stuff...
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With the draft quickly approaching, and the internet being full of mock drafts, I'm offering my take. Be it just a first round to those few crazy sites that do full draft mock ups, me, I'm taking the easy way out – I'm just doing one team. That one team is of course the Columbus Blue Jackets(duh prospect boy).
As of this writing the Blue Jackets own eight picks, possibly nine. And, important to note, in my proposed draft, I can only pick from who has been ranked by the scouting services since I can't find a list of unsigned prospects that reentered the draft or players that were passed over in previous drafts (quick note last three drafts we've selected a player that's been passed over). So here we go.
The CBJ's Picks (round-pick)
2-31,45(OTT via PHX)
4-95(NYI via VAN), 117(via VAN)
Nail Yakupov(CSS Rank NA 1)
Ok, I'm not saying how, but somehow, someway, the Jackets will flip picks with Edmonton and take Nail Yakupov. Yakupov will give us a skilled, but undersized, goal scorer to hopefully help fill the void left by the Rick Nash trade. Plus, we can only hope for post game interviews like this. Of note, after breaking Steven Stamkos' rookie scoring records, Yakupov had a rough season due to injuries also having to sit a few games after skipping the Top Prospect game(how dare he rehab an injury- he's a monster).
Malcolm Subban(CSS Rank NA G 1)
This pick is totally to help fill the massive crater that is the CBJ's goalie depth. Now don't read that as I think Subban will be in Columbus next year, I'm more than ready for him to take a few seasons to develop. Subban's only been playing goal since he was 12, but he is very athletic and has quick reflexes. Only problem is his rebound control. Malcolm is compared to Montreal's Carey Price. Subban was among the OHL's top goalies including being 4th in GAA with a 2.50 with three shutouts. Subban has a slight connection with the Jackets as Columbus prospect Dalton Smith demolished Subban earning him a 10 game suspension.
Tim Bozon(CSS Rank NA 42)
I've liked Tim Bozon since reading about him in The Hockey News Draft Guide when it commented on not only his skill but also his toughness. Now at 6'1, 180some lbs, Bozon is no bruiser, but he's a speedy scorer and, at least in juniors (Swiss and WHL) a point per game player. The mention of his toughness is when he took a monster hit but Bozon waved the trainer off, another example of this led to a great quote from a scout is when he got into a fight(<-I think this was it) in the playoffs noting Bozon got the tar beaten out of him "I didn't get to see his skill set" also adding "but I did leave there thinking he was either stupid or he had a lot of balls". Bozon's best attribute is his skating and speed leading to 36 goals which was second on the Blazers. Tim's father Philippe was the first French trained player to play in the NHL suiting up for 144 games with St Louis in the early 90s.
Anthony Stolarz(CSS Rank NA G 4)
You're probably going to call me crazy for taking a goalie in back to back rounds, but Stolarz has been climbing teams' lists. Stolarz is a monster(pauses and thinks of Wesslau and Gustavsson nevermind) at 6'5 200 lbs having the biggest wingspan at the recent NHL combine with a wingspan of 81″(his wingspan is wider than he is tall). Now Stolarz would be a project as he's committed to Nebraska-Omaha, but Omaha returns two Sophomores who won nine of the team's 14 games last season. Stolarz ended up in the lower NAHL after being cut from two EJHL team's camps and, with some help from his coaches, where once he was expected to be a backup he ended up playing 50 games for the IceRays.
Esa Lindell(CSS Rank Euro 12)
Not gonna lie this is totally a stat based one. The 6'3″ Fin scored 21 goals(#18 in the video)for the Jokerit Jr team and according to one draft guide it's because of "a high scoring environment and big ice time". Lindell is a smart player when making plays and patient with the puck but he's only average with it but still coordinated enough to make plays. Conflicting scouting reports exist about his physical play, but most sites reports list him as 6'2-6'3 and in the 190 some pound range. Lindell sounds like he'd be a bit of a project pick.
Brendan Leipsic(CSS Rank 114)
Leipsic sounds a little like Derek Dorsett mixed with Cam Atkinson and possibly a little TJ Tynan, one guide I have called him a energizer bunny. Leipsic despite being listed at 5'9 165 loves to finish checks and has no problem going to the dirty areas. Now he lacks an extra gear but makes up for it by being "sneaky fast", but he's hard to control around the boards and when driving to the net. Leipsic has great hands, an accurate shot and is very creative offensively. The only problem with him seems to be he's 5'9 and his style of play could lead to injuries.
Justin Hache(CSS Rank 152)
Now picking him at the number he's ranked is just coincidence. Where Lindell was offensive, Hache has 33 career points in 97 games. Hache was seeing important minutes with the Cataractes until the team loaded up for the Memorial Cup acquiring three of the QMJHL's top defensemen. Hache is a steady reliable defenseman, but not a great skater, and, someone who likes to be physical along the boards. As with most prospects, he will need to get stronger. Next year, Justin will be playing on a new team as he was traded to Cape Breton to complete one of the trades earlier in the season to acquire one of the top defenseman.
Ludvig Nilsson(CSS Rank Euro 57)
Nilsson is a 6'1 center/left wing that played for Timra's junior team scoring 32 points in 47 games. Nilsson has a shoot first mentality that shows he wants to be a difference maker. While he doesn't punish you with his size, he uses it in his goal scoring. Nilsson is a net presence on the power play where he earns most of his points.
There you have it folks, my picks on who the CBJ should draft. If I get any of these right, I may retire from blogging(stop cheering!)! I'll be at the draft for both days with a little help from ebay and a friend of my dad's so ill be live tweeting and commenting all the way. Be sure to follow me here at the Union Blue and via Twitter at @cbjprospects.


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Herbalife Total Control is a herbal supplement that claims to boost metabolism, give you energy and increase weight loss. Its all-herbal, low-intensity formula is supposed to give you benefits of a fat burning diet pill, without the nervousness and restlessness that some other supplements can give you. Herbalife was involved in the scandal over ephedrine, a supplement that was found to have caused heart problems in some dieters. However, Herbalife adopted a new Ephedra-free formulation in 2004, after the FDA banned the use of ephedrine. It doesn't hurt that they have had a regime change.
How Does Herbalife Total Control Work?
Herbalife contains twelve herbal supplements that are supposed to aid weight loss. however, while some of them have been connected to weight loss, most of them are completely out in left field. Most of the ingredients in Herbalife Total Control have no relation to weight loss at all! They are more likely to cause side effects than anything else, and we would definitely recommend using something else.
Caffeine-It has been shown to produce a powerful thermogenic effect in the body if used in the right amounts. However, it also comes with the classic side effects of caffeine.
Calcium-an essential nutrient, it is good for bones, teeth, etc. But it does not actually promote weight loss despite what the milk commercials may tell you.
Green Tea Extract-a thermogenic form of caffeine, it is also rich in antioxidants like EGCG. However, one should keep in mind that it requires at least 400mg of 50% caffeine considering the fact that caffeine is the actual fat burning component
Ginger Extract-generally used to calm stomach upset, it does not necessarily directly control or promote weight loss.
Yerba Mate-used as a natural Brazilian energy supplement, it is not effective in promoting weight loss without both guarana and damiana.
Astragalus Root-taken to improve immune function and reduce risk of heart disease, this is not actually related to weight loss.
Celery Seeds-rich in essential vitamins and fibers, this does not actually promote any weight loss results.
Fennel Seeds-helps to promote a healthier GI tract and regularity as a natural fiber
Hawthorne Berries-known to be good for the heart, it is rich in phytochemicals that promote greater circulation
Herbalife Total Control Side Effects
Herbalife Total Control side effects include headaches, jitteriness, nervousness, irritability, insomnia, and an elevated heartbeat.


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And SO true that if you have a WS who was spending money all the time you will actually SAVE money once you drop their selfish a**.
Because a BS is generally the doer and fixer and manager of the household you will actually do GREAT on your own! You just don't realize that you HAVE been doing it all alone for a long time.
Reality: I was managing the household before and am doing it now just fine.
Fear: Noone would ever be interested in me and I would never date.
Reality: Lots of looks, dates, etc.
Fear:I would never be able to marry again.
Reality: I have seen from SI that if I want to, I could remarry and be happy
Fear: I wouldn't be strong enough to move out and leave him.
Reality: I have been out of the house almost 2 years now.
Fear: How will I be able to afford living in this big house by myself?
Reality: Silly me, I realized I had already been doing this since November, when he stopped contributing ANY money to the household. And since I'm not longer paying for his car pymt, gas, and personal (private!) credit cards, I have more money than I ever did before.
Fear: How will I handle repairs and projects around here without his help?
Reality: I've surprised and impressed myself with the things I've been able to handle on my own. Some of the things I perceived as difficult, like maintaining the hot tub, have turned out to be super easy. Why could he never seem to manage it??
Fear: My life will be so empty and lonely. How will I fill up my days?
Reality: The sad truth is I spent the last 9 mos or so of our marriage sitting at home alone waiting for him to come home, and pleading with him to spend time with me. Now that he's gone, I'm very busy! Out with friends, taking dance classes, seeing movies. Life is full to the brim and the days are flying by.
Fear: I have no family nearby. What if my car breaks down or I'm stranded somewhere? Who am I going to call??
Reality: For about $10 per year I added 24hour roadside assistance to my auto insurance policy.
Fear: As mentioned above, I have no family nearby. The holidays will be here before you know it, and I'll be all alone!!
Reality: My step-daughter has already invited me to both Thanksgiving and Christmas at her house. She does not want to deal with OW, so she and XWH are not being invited. Now, granted the holidays are months away... XWH may crash her plans or guilt her into changing them. But for now, it feels really good to be thought of and included.
Fear: I'm so isolated here! I don't know any of my neighbors. They have always excluded us from their frequent gatherings.
Reality: The very day XWH moved out, my next door neighbor came over to see if I was okay. This is a woman I've lived next to for 8 years and exchanged maybe half a dozen sentences. She said, "I know what you're going through is hard. I wish I could say I'm sorry, but you're too nice for him." I was FLOORED. All the neighbors hated him! Now they've adopted me... helping with projects, lending tools etc, including me in BBQ's and get-togethers. This was totally unexpected and has completely changed how I feel about living here.
It's true you never really know how strong you are until you have no other choice but to BE strong.
[This message edited by gypsybird87 at 1:03 PM, July 9th (Tuesday)]
Follow your heart, but take your brain with you. ~ Alfred Adler
Letting go of the outcome is about the most empowering thing you can do for yourself. ~ LosferWords
because it's a damn good read.
I sincerely hope my reality will be nothing like my fears too. At least I know and believe by now it's not good to stay with stbxwh but yet I feel stuck between a rock and a hard place because I know I can't stay (and dont want to) but I am so scared of what is to come and whether I'd be able to cope. I'm scared of failing my son, I really am!
So thanks. Thanks so much for this!!
[This message edited by BrokenDaisy at 3:29 PM, July 15th (Monday)]
Married: 11 years, no kids
Character is destiny
You guys are all going to be OK!!!
Reality continues to get better and better. If you'd told me two years ago what my life would be like, I never would have believed you.
Hang in there, guys. Don't let fear stop you from making the right decision for your happiness and self-respect!!!
Fear: The AP is wonderful. She's better than I am in every way, and she's going to move into my town, turn everyone against me, and make my life miserable.
Reality: The only power she has over me is what I give her permission to have. Since I refuse to let her have any power over me, I can see her for what she is: a sad, mousy, pathetic little thing who is trying so hard to be the perfect wife and mumsie, and she has no idea what kind of man she's shackled herself to. Don't let the AP have any power over you, and don't ever waste any of your precious time worrying that she's someone better than you (or he, for the guys). The APs are involved with the disordered people that we left behind, and I think that just about says everything we need to know about them.
Fear: The kids will love the AP, want to spend more time with her, will hate returning to me, etc.
Reality: Here's an example that shows how wrong I was about this. My kids had their first weekday overnight at XWH's house during the school year this week. They went to his house on the afternoon bus, and I didn't see them again until the next day. When the afternoon bus pulled up to the bus stop in my neighborhood, my kids SCREAMED with excitement over seeing me there. They practically knocked me over with hugs and all started babbling frantically at once about whatever news they had to share. DD also said that was very sad at school before she returned to me because she missed me so much, and her kindergarten teacher was kind enough to let her hold her stuffed animal in class (they're usually only allowed to at rest time) to comfort her. My kids LOVE me. The AP is someone they think is nice, but she's not even in the picture when it comes to their REAL mom. The APs will NEVER replace us as parents.
[This message edited by tryingagain74 at 9:04 PM, September 12th (Thursday)]
it's not about being afraid of change. humans are adaptable. that's how our species survives. it's learning to appreciate new things and getting used to change. we're good at that, on the whole, so just be patient. life gets better.
I've thought of another fear/reality.
Fear -- XWH was the only person I'd had sex with. How could I do that with anyone else? It would be so weird!
Reality -- Selfish people (cheaters) make selfish lovers. Had I stayed with XWH, I never would have known good sex!
Sex can be fun and enjoyable - just not with X. It was one of my fears after sooooo many years.
"Ive learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel". Maya Angelou
Reality - It took some time to bulid back my self esteem, but once I did I realized I was hurting myself by pretending that things would be fine again. That my life was what I wanted. Now I am alone and happy as all get out. I was able to keep my home, I have my DS 98% of the time and I am not lonely at all. I have met a great man who treats me like a queen.
It gets better. Sometimes fear can be paralysing but when you are able to move past that, wonderful things can happen.
[This message edited by ninebark at 9:27 AM, October 7th (Monday)]
Boy, that felt good!


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Trisha Krishnan, who is one of the most sought after actresses in India, has already endorsed several apparel brands. She ventured into modelling and appeared in several print and television commercials. Now, she has landed another deal to become brand ambassador for a new commercial. She has turned a face of an ice cream company and she is soon going to make an official announcement about it.
On her Twitter account, Trisha herself confirmed the news that she has signed to be the brand ambassador of an ice cream company. The actress tweeted, "Happy 2 announce Ill b d brand ambassador fr my most fav ice cream brand.Soon 2 b launched in India..Will kip u posted.til ten Ssshhhhhhh ;)" Reports suggest that this commercial ad will enter the Indian market later this year.
However, Trisha has earlier endorsed brands like Scooty Pep, Colgate, Fanta, Fairever, Vivel and a few other apparel brands. Now, she is all excited with her new commercial. Although she has revealed the brand name, the buzz in T-Town is that this brand will be Ben & Jerry's, an American Ice-cream company. An official announcement is expected to be made soon.
We bring you the pictures of Trisha's old commercial ads. Continue to see them in the slide show.
Trisha is now busy shooting for MS Raju's upcoming women centric road film RUM (Rambha Urvashi Menaka), which also stars Nikesha Patel, Isha Chawla and Charmi.
Trisha replaced Rani Mukherjee as the brand ambassador of Fanta India.
In 2011, Trisha replaced Asin in Fairever fairness cream commercial.
Trisha is the brand ambassador of Scooty Pep+, for which she has replaced Preity Zinta.
Trisha is also the brand ambassador for Vivel Di Wills, a product by ITC Limited.
Trisha in Colgate ad.
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Speed still kills -- so why aren't we doing more?
You might think that teens are too busy texting to bother with speeding anymore.
But even as teen fatality rates have decreased over the past decade, a new report from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) finds speed as a factor in deadly accidents has risen from 30 percent in 2000 to 33 percent in 2011.
Over that period, 19,447 fatal teen accidents were speeding related, GHSA said.
Report author Dr. Susan Ferguson says the odds grow even worse when there are teen passengers in the car. "When three or more teen passengers are in a vehicle driven by a 16-year-old male," Dr. Ferguson notes, "almost half of their fatal crashes are speeding-related."
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Yet speeding gets little attention compared with drinking or distracted driving. Drivers of all ages seem to feel that speeding is an acceptable behavior, and surveys have found that the majority of drivers admit to speeding on all types of roads. (See "Why don't we care about speeding?")
The fact that most states have increased speed limits in recent years is almost certainly adding to the problem. Texas opened a road that has a speed limit of 85 mph.
In the report, Dr. Ferguson acknowledges the problem. "Unless speeding is recognized as a dangerous behavior, much the same as drunk driving, addressing it will be difficult."
How to keep teens from speeding
The report, funded by insurer State Farm, discusses a number of solutions to the speeding problem.
Graduated Driving Licensing (GDL) programs have dramatically reduced teen deaths over the last 15 years, cutting them almost in half. However, early statistics show that teen deaths caused by car crashes inched up in 2012.
Ferguson says strong, properly enforced GDL laws have the potential to reduce the number of speeding-related crashes because they typically limit nighttime driving and the number of passengers.
Unfortunately, GDL laws are only as strong as their enforcement. Curfews and passenger restrictions can be difficult to enforce for both parents and law enforcement. The use of license plate decals identifying beginner drivers has shown some promise, but they are unpopular and compliance is only partial.
The study notes that some countries go much further with their GDL laws. Canada does not allow novice drivers on its highest-speed freeways. Australia prohibits young drivers from getting behind the wheel of high-powered cars.
Parental involvement is key, according to the report. Modeling the correct behavior -- which means following the speed limits yourself -- can have a big influence on the way your teen drives.
But parents can set strict limits as well. Parents should maintain control of the car keys and require their teens to request access when they want to drive," says GHSA spokesperson Kara Macek. "This helps parents monitor when - and with whom - their teens are driving."
The authors suggest parents set rules, investigate ways to monitor how well teens adhere to those rules and establish consequences for breaking them.
Limited access to a vehicle. Teens who have their own vehicles are more likely to speed, the report says. Do not allow a teen primary access to a vehicle for at least the first year of licensure. If the young driver does get a vehicle, safety must be the priority. (See "The Best Cars for Teens.")
Telematics - Usage-based insurance devices as well as third-party monitoring solutions can provide parents with feedback concerning speed, acceleration and hard braking as well as miles driven. (See "7 ways to spy on your teen driver.")
Intelligent speed assist hasn't made it to the U.S., yet but Australian and European drivers are embracing technology that warns of speeding and reduces fuel flow if necessary to slow the car. Ford's Adjustable Speed Limiter is one example.
Automated speed cameras are more popular in other countries than in the U.S., but the report says support for the cameras in communities where they are placed runs over 70 percent.
-- Freelance writer Mark Vallet is a regular contributor to CarInsurance.com.


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Christmas Delivery cut offs.
Standard Delivery: Order by Thursday 18th December to receive in time for Christmas.
Express Delivery: Order by Monday 22nd December to receive in time for Christmas.
Frequently Asked Questions
At House of Fraser eBay, we're committed to making your shopping experience easy, quick and convenient. That's why we have put together the answers to the most frequently asked questions our customers have, so that you can shop with confidence.Please note: Unfortunately, online and in store customer services at House of Fraser are unable to help with eBay purchase enquiries.
ORDERINGWhat email communications will I receive after placing my order?
Once you have completed your order you will receive the following communications:
- Order Confirmation email - to confirm that your order has been received.
- Payment Received - to confirm that your payment has been processed by PayPal.
- Despatched email - to confirm that your order has been despatched.
- Feedback email - to remind you to feedback your comments.
Important note: Some email accounts will send any emails that are sent from addresses that are not recognised straight into your junk mail, so make sure you add firstname.lastname@example.com to your contacts list so that we can get in touch with you.
How many items can I place in one order?
Multiple items can be placed on one order, with one delivery charge.
Please Note: The eBay app does not support the consolidation of delivery charges. This means that a delivery charge will be applied for each item order.
Do you have the item in a different size/colour?
No, we offer a limited range of products on eBay. However, we do add items regularly, so you might find the item you are looking for appear on eBay.
Can I make a bid for an item?
No, all items are 'Buy it Now' priced.
Can I change my order?
No, once you have submitted your order we are unable to amend it.
Can I change my delivery address?
No, you can only change your delivery address at the time you are placing your order. Once you have submitted your order we are unable to amend the address.
Can I cancel my order?
Since orders are dispatched promptly, we are unable to cancel orders after you have received your order confirmation email.
If your order has already been sent out, you may still cancel your order under the Consumer Contracts Regulations, and to do so, simply return your order within 14 calendar days marking the returns code on your dispatch note as "c", Cancelled.
Provided you have notified us on the dispatch note that you wish to cancel your order under the Consumer Contracts Regulations, and the return also meets the terms of our returns and refund policy, you will be entitled to a full refund including delivery charges if applicable.
We are unable to provide a refund of the delivery charges where only part of your order is being cancelled.
You may cancel your contract in respect of the following items provided that it is in its original condition (including the packaging where it forms part of the goods, for example, boxed garments and gift items) and for hygiene or safety reasons have not been worn, opened, assembled or used and any seals on the product remain unbroken: cosmetics, duvets, hats, hosiery, lingerie, mattress protectors, mattresses, men's underwear, perfumery, personal grooming products, pillows and swimwear. Where an item has a returns swing ticket attached, it must be attached and undamaged upon return.
You cannot cancel your contract in respect of pierced earrings, made to measure/order goods or perishable goods (e.g. foods) unless they are faulty, damaged upon delivery or incorrect.
If you wish to return your order outside of the cancellation time period specified above, please refer to our refund policy.
Where you have failed to take reasonable care of the goods, we reserve the right to refund you in full less any amounts due by way of compensation to either repair the goods or to cover any loss.
How do I pay?
We only accept payment via PayPal, which is the quickest, easiest and most secure way to pay. We are sorry but we are unable to accept the House of Fraser MasterCard, House of Fraser Account Card, Recognition FraserCard, MasterCard, Visa, Maestro, AMEX, Diners Card or Solo. If you are unsure how to use PayPal or are having problems with your account, please contact PayPal's Customer Support Line on 0870 123 456
When will I be charged?
Payment is charged to your PayPal account immediately.
Will I receive confirmation of my order?
Yes, you will receive an email confirming your purchase, which will provide full details of your order. You will also receive a confirmation that we have received your payment from PayPal.
DELIVERY (Excluding Furniture)
How much does delivery cost?
Our standard delivery charge is £3 per order. Express UK delivery £5 per order. Multiple items can be placed on one order, with one
delivery charge as long as your order is being delivered to the same address.
Standard UK delivery is currently FREE on all orders delivered within the mainland UK when you spend £50 or more.
To receive FREE delivery, the total specified amount to trigger free delivery must be payable after any promotional discounts have been applied to your order. Exclusions apply.
Where do you deliver?
We deliver to any address in the United Kingdom as well as internationally to these countries: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United States
Delivery rates and delivery times vary by country. You can check the delivery rates and times for your country under the postage & packaging tab on any product page.
Are there any UK addresses where delivery might take longer?
Yes, there are certain locations including, the Highlands, the Channel Islands and remote areas where it may take longer to deliver your order.
Do you deliver to BFPO addresses (British Forces Postal Office)?
Yes, we offer a delivery service to all BFPO addresses, by Royal Mail only. If you experience any issues with ordering, please contact customer services.
For weight limitations and mail prohibitions please visit the BFPO website.
How long will my order take to be delivered?
The estimated delivery time for Standard UK delivery is 3-5 working days after your payment has been received.
The estimated delivery time for Express UK delivery is 2 working days after your payment has been received, although if you order before 2pm on a working day, you may receive your order as early as the next working day.
Standard UK deliveries are made Monday to Saturday 8am to 6pm excluding public holidays.
Express delivery are made Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm, excluding public holidays.
Please note:
- Deliveries to UK highland and Islands may take longer than stated.
- Working days are defined as Monday to Friday excluding public holidays
- Whilst we make every effort to deliver goods in the time specified, we cannot guarantee delivery in that time period or accept liability for deliveries made outside of this time-scale. We cannot accept liability for out of pocket expenses or other costs incurred due to failed or delayed deliveries.
Can I track my order?
Yes, when your order is dispatched an email is sent to you, which will contain the tracking information.
Do you deliver to PO Box Addresses?"
Yes, we offer a delivery service to all PO Box addresses, by Royal Mail only. If you experience any issues with ordering, please contact customer services.
What will happen if I am out when you deliver?
If you are not available to accept delivery, the courier will leave a card to advise that delivery has been attempted. To re-arrange delivery, please follow the instructions on the card.
The product I ordered has arrived faulty / damaged, what should I do?
We apologise for the inconvenience if we have delivered a faulty or damaged item. If the product you have ordered has arrived faulty or damaged, please contact us for information on using our freepost Royal Mail service, and your PayPal account will be refunded in full upon arrival back to us.
I have been delivered the wrong product, what should I do?
We apologise for the inconvenience if we have delivered an incorrect item. If you have received the wrong item, please return the item to us and your PayPal account will be refunded in full, including return postage cost, upon arrival back to us.
Severe Weather
Should there be any severe weather conditions, each day will be assessed as it comes and you will be emailed advising of what actions have been put in place and when you should expect to receive your order. Please be assured that in these circumstances, House of Fraser will do everything possible to fulfil your order within the limitations that the weather brings.
RETURNS & REFUNDS (Excluding Furniture)
What is your refund policy?
We want you to be happy with your purchase. However, if it is not suitable for any reason, we are happy to refund your purchase providing it is:
• Returned within 14 days of receiving your order
• It is in original undamaged packaging with all tags intact
• The product is in the same condition as how you received it
• Is NOT on our non-returnable product list (see Non-Returnable Product section)
You have a statutory duty to take reasonable care of our goods whilst they are in your possession and during transit. We cannot accept liability for goods that get lost or damaged when they are returned, and request that you ask the Post Office to stamp the Proof of Posting label when returning products by post.
If the item you receive is faulty, damaged or the wrong item has been sent, please contact us for returns instructions and we shall refund you in full.
With the exception of faulty or damaged goods, if you return your purchase after 14 days of receiving your order, we reserve the right to not offer you a refund. We will instead return your original purchase to you and prior to sending it out, you will be charged the delivery fee that is applicable to the postage for the item(s).
You CANNOT return a House of Fraser eBay Store purchase to any House of Fraser store, including our ecommerce site, houseoffraser.co.uk.
How do I return an item?
To make a return, please follow the instructions and use the returns form and label provided in your order.
Please Note: We do not offer free returns, please make sure you have paid the correct postage before returning the items to us. We advise you to use recorded delivery, or a delivery service that can be tracked and traced when returning items. Parcels that do not arrive back to us cannot be refunded regardless of the reason for return.
All returns must be posted to this address:
House of Fraser eBay Returns
PO Box 514
Non-Returnable Products
Note that some items brought from the House of Fraser eBay Store CANNOT BE RETURNED if the packaging has been opened. This includes:
Lingerie e.g. Womens pants, bras
Mens Underwear
Duvets, Pillows, Mattresses, Mattress Protectors
Personal Grooming products
Body/beauty products & cosmetics
For health and Safety/hygiene reasons we are unable to give refunds or exchanges on the following products:
on pierced earrings
Hampers, food and Beverages
Where promotional discounts are applied to orders, the discount will be applied to each item in the basket. In the event of a return, you will be refunded the discounted price paid.
When will I receive my refund?
We aim to process refunds to your Paypal account within 1-2 working days of the goods being received back into the warehouse. Please allow up to 14 days to receive your refund.
What happens if the item I have ordered is out of stock??
At the time of the listings all items are in stock and available. Unfortunately in rare instances, we may not be able to fulfil an order. This may occur at busy periods when a lot of people are purchasing the same items. In these instances we will contact you as soon as possible to make you aware of the issue and we will then offer you a full refund with our sincerest apologies.
Where multiple items have been ordered, we will still fulfil the rest of your order.
Can I return my order to my local House of Fraser store?
No, orders purchased at the House of Fraser eBay site cannot be returned to any House of Fraser store.
If you have a question about House of Fraser eBay, or a query about an order, you may find an answer to your questions within our FAQs. However, if you still need to contact us, please email firstname.lastname@example.com or call Customer Services on 0344 2646427 Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm.
Please note:House of Fraser online and in store customer services are unable to help with eBay purchase enquiries.
How much does furniture delivery cost?
Delivery is £30 for each order to one delivery address within the UK. Delivery is only available to the UK. This does not include delivery to the Channel Islands, Isle of Man, the Scilly Isles, the Scottish Highlands, the Scottish Islands and Ireland.
What are the delivery options and conditions?
We deliver furniture and large mirrors from Monday to Friday, between 7am and 4pm and an offer of delivery will be made within seven days of you placing your order. The initial offer of delivery will be for a specific day, dependent on the delivery address. If the delivery date is unsuitable, then you can agree an alternative day with our delivery company. If you require your delivery to be made on a specific day or time slot or on a Saturday, please contact our Customer Services or speak to the agent when the offer of delivery is made to see whether this option is available. An additional charge may apply.
The delivery company will contact you via text or call day before the delivery with a two hour delivery window.
All products are delivered to the room of your choice and will be assembled by us (if appliable) unless you choose otherwise. You are required to ensure that the product will fit your property and can be easily transported. Our delivery company will need to have enough space for access to bring in the furniture or large mirror through your front door. We include product weights and dimensions on our website and if you are unsure about anything, you must call us before placing your order. Please read our home delivery checklist to ensure that we can successfully deliver to your home. If the furniture or large mirror does not fit, and therefore cannot be delivered, it will be classed as a failed order and unfortunately a charge of £45 will be levied. You can either cancel your order or ask for a re-delivery at this point in time.
Upon delivery the crew will ask you to inspect the packaging for any sign of damage. Please take time to ensure that everything is in order. Once the product has been assembled (if applicable), you will be asked to inspect the item for any sign of damage and then sign a customer satisfaction note. Please take the time to fill in as much detail as possible. All wrapping will be removed after your final inspection. Should you prefer to not have the goods unpacked and assembled (if applicable), the delivery team will still unwrap the goods for inspection and then re-cover the product using the original packaging.
If you are unable to accommodate the delivery, you must inform us at least 48 hours in advance of the delivery date to arrange another date at no extra charge. If you cannot accommodate delivery of your furniture or large mirror within 14 working days of the notified date of delivery, our delivery company will store the goods. However, this will incur a storage charge payable directly to the delivery company. They will advise you of the charge which will vary dependent on the number of days and type and size of the furniture being stored.Storage costs approximately £20 per week.
If there is no-one available to accept the delivery on the day agreed with the delivery company, a £45 charge will be payable directly to the delivery company in order that a redelivery may be attempted and they will contact you to arrange an alternative date.
Our furniture and large mirrors are manufactured to the highest standards and you should look after your furniture or large mirror according to the care instructions. In the unlikely event that you have any issues with your furniture or large mirror after delivery, please contact our Customer Services.
Our refund policy does not apply to furniture orders made on our website and you may only return furniture if you wish to cancel your contract with us, please see Cancellations for further details. This does not affect your statutory rights in respect of faulty or damaged furniture.A collection charge of £100 will be made if you wish to return the furniture unless it is faulty, damaged upon delivery or incorrect.
Please note that your contract for mattresses cannot be cancelled if, for hygiene or safety reasons, they have been opened and/or used. We reserve the right to apply a usage fee to all furniture which has been in use for over 1 year prior to the report of any fault.
In the event of a dispute that we are unable to resolve, we recommend that you contact the Furniture Ombudsman as they offer an independent dispute resolution service. The Furniture Ombudsman is a an independent organisation that has been create to promote and protect good working practices within the furniture industries of the UK, and House of Fraser is a founder member.
Leather products are made from quality natural leather and therefore each product will have its own unique characteristics. Anilines, in particular, will bear traces of the animal's life such as scars, growth lines and will vary in share and colour across the hide. These are not faults and simply add to the individuality of the furniture. There are many different types of leather.
All wooden furniture, whether solid or veneered can naturally vary in grain and colour. Solid wood, in particular, will bear the hallmarks of tree growth and may display knots, unevenness across the timbers on distressed finishes and minor surface irregularities. These are natural inherent characteristics and should not be a cause for concern.
All quality beds need time to settle in and the mattress may require turning periodically. Some settlement can be expected and this is normal and no reason for concern. Pocket sprung mattress can appear slightly shorter in size when new, however, after a few weeks of use they will spread to their full size.
Please ensure that you choose the correct type of upholstery fabric and/or filling for your lifestyle and check that the performance rating matches its intended use and location. Many upholstery fillings require daily maintenance in order to keep your furniture looking at its best. Please check if this applies to your intended purchase before ordering.
Proper care and maintenance will prolong the life of your furniture.
If you have any enquiries about any of the above details, please contact our Customer Services before placing your order.
We endeavour to present the most recent, most accurate, and most reliable information at all times.
However, there may be occasions when some of the information featured may contain incomplete data, typographical errors, or inaccuracies. Any errors are wholly unintentional and we apologise if erroneous information is reflected in merchandise price or item availability. We try to ensure that all pricing on the website is accurate, but occasionally an error may occur and goods may be incorrectly priced.
If we discover that a pricing error has been made, we reserve the right to suspend your order and contact you to ask whether you wish continue with the order at the correct price. We will not be obliged to supply goods at the incorrect price. We present our content 'as is' and make no claims to its accuracy, either expressed or implied.
We reserve the right to amend errors or to update product information at any time without prior notice.


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Tuesday, October 25, 2011
© Copyright 2015 Gwinnett Daily Post
LAWRENCEVILLE -- A number of local law enforcement agencies are participating in the DEA's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day this weekend.
Held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, the event is intended to help curb prescription drug abuse across the country by providing a venue for residents to dispose of unwanted and unused drugs. In two previous events, about 4,000 state and local law enforcement agencies collected more than 309 tons of pills.
As of Tuesday afternoon, four local agencies were listed on the DEA's website as participants in Saturday's events: Gwinnett County Sheriff's Department, 2900 University Parkway, Lawrenceville; Lawrenceville Police Department, 300 Jackson Street, Lawrenceville; Norcross Police Department, 65 Lawrenceville Street, Norcross; and Suwanee Police Department, 373 Buford Highway, Suwanee.
According to a 2009 survey by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration, more than seven million Americans abuse prescription drugs. The Partnership for a Drug Free America estimates that 2,500 teens use prescription drugs to get high each day.
It's believed that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from friends and family.
Four days after last September's take back day, Congress passed legislation amending the Controlled Substances Act to allow the DEA to develop a process for people to safely dispose of their prescription drugs. The DEA immediately began developing this process after President Barack Obama signed the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010.
The agency plans to hold take back events every six months until that process is complete, officials said.
For more information, visit www.justice.gov/dea. More participating agencies could be added before Saturday's event.
More like this story
- DEA collects almost 4,000 pounds of unwanted prescription drugs in Georgia ( November 4, 2011 )
- PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE: Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day ( October 25, 2011 )
- Prescription take-back day at several local sites ( September 28, 2012 )
- Lilburn police to take back pills next week ( November 11, 2011 )
- Police departments calling for expired drugs ( September 14, 2010 )


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Isaac Chotiner
Clinton To Exit?
June 02, 2008
Ambinder looks for hints--and notices a few. --Isaac Chotiner
More On Bill
June 01, 2008
Maybe Mike is right, and we shouldn't be blogging rumors about Bill Clinton's sex life. But, as long as his wife decides to continue her quest for the Democratic nomination, we should do her the honor of taking her at her word--and thus act as if she has some chance to actually win. And if we do so, Bill Clinton's personal life and the media's treatment of that personal life, are worthy of discussion (and, if you are a Democrat, concern).
Mondale And Clinton (not That Mondale And That Clinton!)
June 01, 2008
Tood Purdum's Vanity Fair profile of Bill Clinton has all sorts of good stuff, but this anecdote is particularly enjoyable: Less amusingly, in the run-up to the 1996 re-election campaign, when Clinton took one of his many fund-raising trips to California, I teasingly asked his press secretary, Mike McCurry, whether the president intended to go jogging with Eleanor Mondale, the daughter of the former vice president—as he had on a previous trip—after he was spotted with her (and Barbra Streisand) in the wee hours of the morning.
Ferraro Channels O'reilly
May 30, 2008
Mike has an excerpt from Geraldine Ferraro's op-ed in The Boston Globe. Here is the part I found interesting: As for Reagan Democrats, how Clinton was treated is not their issue. They are more concerned with how they have been treated. Since March, when I was accused of being racist for a statement I made about the influence of blacks on Obama's historic campaign, people have been stopping me to express a common sentiment: If you're white you can't open your mouth without being accused of being racist.
Only In Britain
May 28, 2008
Why don't things like this happen at book festivals in America? Where's the excitement in our literary lives? --Isaac Chotiner
Dangerous Liaison
May 27, 2008
Two weeks ago, on the night of Barack Obama's big win and narrow loss in the North Carolina and Indiana primaries, respectively, I turned my television set to MSNBC, as I normally do on election nights. It was early in the evening, and Chris Matthews and Keith Olbermann were discussing the first exit polls that were trickling in. Considering that the exit polls in these contests have been--to say the least--a bit unreliable, I assumed that they weren't going to put much stock in the numbers.
Sydney Pollack, Rip
May 26, 2008
The first-rate film director passed away earlier today from cancer. The NYT obit is here. He'll certainly be best remembered for the movies he directed in the 70s and early 80s, principally Tootsie, Three Days of the Condor, and The Way We Were. As is so often the case in Hollywood, he won his Oscars for what was his most bloated and over-rated movie, Out of Africa (which, it must be said, is one of the worst films ever to win Best Picture). Still, Pollack was a skilled storyteller and technician, and almost all of his movies are crisply made and well executed.
Bill Unleashed
May 26, 2008
Bill Clinton is now accusing unnamed (and presumably evil) forces of a "cover-up": "I can't believe it. It is just frantic the way they are trying to push and pressure and bully all these superdelegates to come out," Clinton said at a South Dakota campaign stop Sunday, in remarks first reported by ABC News. Clinton also suggested some were trying to "cover up" Sen. Clinton's chances of winning in key states that Democrats will have to win in the general election. " 'Oh, this is so terrible: The people they want her.
Are There Superdelegates In Obama's Pocket...
May 23, 2008
...or is this just a weirdly worded sentence (from deep within today's NYT front pager on Hillary as VP)? Mr. Obama, who this week crossed the threshold of winning a majority of pledged delegates, intends to wait until next month before declaring victory in the Democratic nominating fight. --Isaac Chotiner
The Gawker Files
May 22, 2008
I'll try and muster the will to write more later about Emily Gould's New York Times Magazine cover story (!) on her life before, during, and after working for Gawker, but suffice it to say that not since Russell Crowe went on 'The Late Show to "apologize" for his phone-throwing incident, has a public apology for past behavior seemed so insincere (not to mention solipsistic). As a side note, always beware of people setting out on "new beginnings" not because of a realization that they have caused other people pain, but rather because they themselves started to feel inconvenienced. --Isaac Choti


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In late October 2012, Troy Harley returned to his homeland of Russia to unveil his new (self-titled) band. These were Troy's first performances since he enjoyed chart-topping, award-winning fame with his previous group. The singer supported Nickelback for three shows including Oct. 25 at the Olympic Stadium in Moscow, Oct. 28 at St. Petersburg's SKK Arena and Minsk Arena in Belarus on Oct. 31.
Before the first performance in Moscow, Troy Harley and his band hung out backstage with Nickelback's Chad and Mike Kroger. Pictured (left to right): Mike Kroeger (Nickelback), Sasha Afanasov (guitar, Troy Harley), Mike Avenaim (drums, Troy Harley), Troy Harley, Chad Kroeger (Nickelback), Eric Scullin (guitar/keyboards, Troy Harley) and Derek Frank (bass, Troy Harley).
On November 6, Troy's first official single "Someone Like Me" was made available at online retailers including iTunes. The track was recorded at Henson Studios with Grammy-winner Randy Jackson producing (Harley is signed to Jackson's Friendship Collective label). "Someone Like Me" was co-written by Rune Goldberg (Adam Lambert, Daughtry, Kris Allen) and Zac Maloy (Carrie Underwood, Our Lady Peace, Hanson, Chris Daughtry). Radio impact date is Nov. 20.


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Gulf Coast Cowboy: November 6
Welcome back to another episode of the Gulf Coast Cowboy! This episode is all about sailing (no, not the Christopher Cross song), I'm talking about being out on the water without a care in the world.
We're also happy to hear that Sunny Jim has been voted the Troprock Music Association's "Entertainer of the Year" and "Male Vocalist" 2013! Sunny Jim is an 8-time Trop Rock Music Association award winner. He has been recognized as Male Vocalist of the Year each year from 2008 – 2013. In 2010 and 2012 he was honored as Musician of the Year, and his CD KISS was selected as Troprock CD of the year in 2011. Congrats, Sunny Jim!
On to the music!
1. Soul of a Sailor - Kenny Chesney
2. So He Sails - Eric Stone
3. Beer Drinkers & Sail Raisers - Hanna's Reef
4. Sail Away - David Gray
5. Float Away - Billy Mitchell
6. Son of a Son of a Sailor - Jimmy Buffett
7. Sailing Away From the Madness - Kelly Mcguire
8. Sailing To Road Town - Steve Tolliver
9. Sail Away - Sister Hazel
10. Tropic of Texas - Dennis Davis
11. Sandbar Serenade - Sunny Jim White
12. Texas Island Style - Gary James Moeller
There's nothing like getting out on the water and letting the wind take you wherever it is you're going. You've really gotta try it, if you haven't. This week, sailing has been on my mind a lot. It's getting colder here, and there's really nothing I'd rather be doing than enjoying the sun right about now. Oh well, soon I will be! On to the music! Up first is "Soul of a Sailor" by Kenny Chesney. I feel him when he sings "I was born a son of the sea". Preach it, Kenny. Up next is "So He Sails" by Eric Stone and then "Beer Drinkers & Sail Raisers" by Hanna's Reef. That last one reminds me of myself a little bit. David Gray is up next with "Sail Away", then Billy Mitchell with "Float Away". With all this talk of sailing away and floating away, I think I might just book my trip to Key West a little earlier this year. The one and only, Jimmy Buffett is up next with "Son of a Son of a Sailor" followed by Kelly McGuire with "Sailing Away From the Madness". Away from the madness sounds pretty good right about now. Anyone have a sailboat I could borrow for a few? "Sailing to Road Town" by Steve Tolliver is up next, followed by the Gainesville, FL-based Sister Hazel with "Sail Away". Award nominated Texas singer/songwriter Dennis Davis is up next with his fantastic song "Tropic of Texas". Up next is "Sandbar Serenade" from the Troprock Music Association's "Entertainer of the Year", Sunny Jim! Bringing this episode to a close is another Texas trop rocker, Gary James Moeller, with "Texas Island Style".
This years Trop Rock Music Association Awards have been announced, go have a look! Do you feel that KBEC's Gulf Coast Cowboy should be recognized? We do too. Let's get KBEC nominated next year for the awards!
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What can you do when your outgo exceeds your income? If the situation is temporary, you borrow. But if it isn't, borrowing is just going to make the situation worse.
Here's this week's question:
I am on Social Security and my husband is on disability. We are paying out more than we take in. Our house payment is over $700 and we have over $25,000 in credit card debt plus a car payment and utility bills, groceries and gas. I have been thinking of filing bankruptcy. I cannot pay any more on my credit cards than I already pay. Do you think this would be the best way for me to go? I am 67 and my husband is 64. — Hariette
While Hariette's plight may be depressing, based on the number of similar questions I've received, it's certainly not unique.
I'm going to give you some specific steps to take should you ever find yourself in a similar situation, but first, check out the following video.
Now, here's a simple list to deal with debt.
Step 1: Make a list of everything coming in and everything going out
If you go to the emergency room, the first thing the nurse or doctor will do is assess your situation. Only after doing this will they be able to isolate the problem and decide the best course of action.
If you're in a cash flow emergency, same drill. Assess your situation by listing every monthly expense you have, then comparing that total with your monthly income. Do this honestly and you're going to see — very likely for the first time — the magnitude of the problem, as well as potential solutions.
When adding up your expenses, don't guess. Use bank and credit card statements to see exactly where your money has been going. If you use cash for a lot of your expenses, account for that as well.
Step 2: Do what you can yourself
When you go to an emergency room, you've already admitted you have a problem you can't solve. While the same may be true of a cash crunch, it's worth taking a look yourself to see if you can stem the bleeding.
There are only three ways to address negative cash flow: Reduce your expenses, increase your income, or both.
Depending on what you're spending on, there are countless ways to spend less. This website alone has published thousands of ideas, from "30 Ways to Save on Food" to "19 Tips to Save on Entertainment."
There are fewer ways to find more income, but there are still plenty. See stories like "8 Weird Ways to Make Extra Money" and "Is There Legitimate Work From Home?"
You can also look at big expenses. For example, Hariette says her mortgage payment is more than $700, and she has a car payment. Maybe it's time for her to dump her car for something cheaper, or downsize her house. Granted, these strategies may not work, but the point is, when you're in trouble, everything's on the table.
Whether you can solve the problem on your own or not, however, it still doesn't hurt to get some outside advice.
Step 3: Get professional help
Hariette's question to me was: "I have been thinking of filing bankruptcy. I cannot pay any more on my credit cards than I already pay. Do you think this would be the best way for me to go?"
That's like sending an email to a neurologist saying, "I have a headache. Do you think it's a brain tumor?"
While it's likely bankruptcy may be a viable option for Hariette, I can't answer her question without asking many more. Is she paying just the minimum on her debts? How high are the interest rates? Does she have savings? Has she already cut her expenses to the bone? Is there any potential to increase her income?
Choosing the correct prescription requires looking at lots of stuff and asking lots of questions. That's why practically everyone in Hariette's situation should seek the services of a professional, providing — and this is a biggie — the pro is trained, experienced and willing to holistically examine their situation and explore all options.
Visit an emergency room, and the doctor you meet may have graduated at the top of her class at Harvard, or barely scraped by at a state school. But while one may be smarter, both are probably competent.
Unfortunately, that's not the case when dealing with debt professionals. There's no standardized licensing, and the field is teeming with the self-serving, idiots and crooks.
In a post called "Where Can I Go for Help With Debt?" I explain in detail what to look for in a credit counseling agency. There's too much to repeat here, but if I had to give a one-line answer, I'd say look for an agency that's accredited by the Council on Accreditation and affiliated with the National Foundation for Credit Counseling. You can find one in seconds by visiting this page of the NFCC website.
If you want to learn more about bankruptcy, check out "Ask Stacy: When Should You File Bankruptcy?"
There's no law against talking to both a credit counseling agency and bankruptcy lawyer. In fact, talk to two or three of each. You won't pay for initial consultations, and within hours you're going to feel a whole lot better.
Do it now
Ever been sick, but unwilling to go to the doctor? Maybe you're hoping the problem goes away by itself; maybe you're afraid you're dying and don't want it confirmed. But after you finally go and discover the problem can be easily fixed, you feel like an idiot because you stressed yourself out for nothing.
Same with money issues. You stare at the ceiling at night, hide it from friends and family. You're afraid. You feel like a loser. You're depressed, anxious, maybe even suicidal.
Well, in the time it's taken to read this article, you could have started to turn things around. Right now, at the other end of a phone line is someone who understands you and your situation. They won't judge you or charge you.
If you end up filing bankruptcy, every credit card payment you're now struggling to make will have been wasted, because you may not finish paying those bills anyway. And no matter what you end up doing, if it's ultimately going to involve outside help, every stress-filled minute you delay asking for it is like hitting yourself on the head with a hammer.
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Explore the limitations when operating a battery at adverse temperatures and learn how to minimize the effects.
Like humans, batteries function best at room temperature, and any deviation from the comfort zone changes performance and/or longevity. While operating a battery at elevated temperatures momentarily improves performance by lowering the internal resistance and speeding up the chemical metabolism, such a condition shortens service life. Some manufacturers of lead acid batteries make use of improved performance at warmer temperatures and specify the batteries at a toasty 27°C (80°F).
Cold temperature increases the internal resistance and lowers the capacity. Batteries that would provide 100 percent capacity at 27°C (80°F) will typically deliver only 50 percent at –18°C (0°F). The capacity decrease is momentary and the level of decline is related to the battery chemistry.
Li-ion also performs better when warm. Heat lowers the internal resistance but this stresses the battery. Warming a dying flashlight or cellular phone battery in your jeans might provide additional runtime due to better energy delivery. As all drivers in cold countries know, a warm battery cranks the car engine easier than a cold one.
The dry solid-polymer battery requires a temperature of 60–100°C (140– 212°F) to promote ion flow and get conductive. This type of battery has found a niche market for stationary power applications in hot climates where heat serves as a catalyst rather than a disadvantage. Built-in heating elements keep the battery operational at all times. High battery cost and safety concerns have limited the application of this system. The more common lithium-polymer uses moist electrolyte to enhance conductivity.
All batteries achieve optimum service life if used at 20°C (68°F) or slightly below. If, for example, a battery operates at 30°C (86°F) instead of a more moderate room temperature, the cycle life is reduced by 20 percent. At 40°C (104°F), the loss jumps to a whopping 40 percent, and if charged and discharged at 45°C (113°F), the cycle life is only half of what can be expected if used at 20°C (68°F). (See also BU-808: How to Prolong Lithium-based Batteries.)
The performance of all battery chemistries drops drastically at low temperatures. At –20°C (–4°F) most nickel-, lead- and lithium-based batteries stop functioning. Although NiCd can go down to –40°C (-40°F), the permissible discharge is only 0.2C (5-hour rate). Specialty Li- ion can operate to a temperature of –40°C, but only at a reduced discharge; charging at this temperature is out of question. With lead acid there is the danger of the electrolyte freezing, which can crack the enclosure. Lead acid freezes more easily with a low charge when the specific gravity of the electrolyte is more like water than when fully charged.
Cell matching by using cells of similar capacity plays an important role when discharging at low temperature under heavy load. Since the cells in a battery pack can never be perfectly matched, a negative voltage potential can occur across a weaker cell on a multi-cell pack if the discharge is allowed to continue beyond a safe cut-off point. Known as cell reversal, the weak cell will get damaged to the point of developing a permanent electrical short. The larger the cell-count, the greater the likelihood of cell-reversal is under load. Over-discharge at a heavy load at a low temperature is also a large contributor to battery failure of cordless power tools, especially nickel-based packs. (See BU-803: Can Batteries be Restored? Go to Cell Mismatch, Balancing.)
Users of electric vehicles must understand that the driving distance between charges is calculated under normal temperature; frigid cold temperatures will reduce the available mileage. Using battery electricity to heat the cabin is not the only reason for reduced driving distance; the battery does not perform well when cold but it will recuperate when warm.
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good article
Looking for engine starting batteries to be used in Dubai area where ambiant temp can get to 52 degrees C and the engine room can get to 60 degree C. Right now we have 4 - 8D batteries per engine X 6 engines (series and parallel for 24VDC) and we are having to change every year or so..
Any suggestions?
Gell cells?
New Technology??
Is 18650 li-ion battery can use at -40C? Thanks for informations.
What is the maximum temperature before a lipo pouch cell is permanently damaged?
I want to choose battery for my bicycle lights. I ride my bike also in winter (let's say up to -12 degrees celsius). Which battery type can be used? I don't need full capacity at that temperature, because in winter I only ride my bike for commuting and not for longer trips, but I would not like to damage the battery in that temperature.
I have found articles that Li-Pol can be damaged by low temperatures. How about LiFePo or others? I would prefer not to carry lead-acid accumulator on my bike
Great article
Easy way to solve a bike light in cold weather is to keep it on your person or in your pocket until you need it. The cell(s) will be much higher than ambient and you won't have any trouble on a short ride. High output lights will generate enough internal heat to compensate some thereafter, depending on the power consumption, efficiency, airflow, etc…
I believe that damage can occur if you discharge too fast at low temperatures, or attempt a charge at low temperatures with any Lithium variant.
I use LSD NiMH and more recently LiFePO4 for my bike lights, though I'm never riding at -12C. I've been relatively pleased with NiMH low temp performance so far. Especially with the newest cells when on a low cycle count.
could any body use this as a science project?
Can a new lithium-ion battery be discharged (ruined) if shipped via air with low temperature in cargo bay?
well, at 27°C the li-ion battery has a maximum performance?
what is the max.working temperature for li-ion cell 18650
50 C ? / 80 C or any ?
What is better? Case 1 or Case 2
Case 1. Batteries shall be rated for the minimum ambient temperature of five Deg. C for discharge duty.
Case 2. Batteries shall be rated for the minimum ambient temperature of twenty-five Deg. C for discharge duty.
Thanks you in advance.
i need a chemical name
in which chemical react with copper its defuse the tungsten filament or leak the alkaline batterys.
what's the relation between battery temperature and voltage ? I mean the equation .
i want to know the name of the chemical which can be coated on copper and the coated chemical which reduce the life of battery or it may discharges the volt. can anyone help me to know about the product
I want to know the name of the chemical which can be coated on copper and the coated chemical which reduce the life of battery or it may discharges the volt….pals answer.
in which chemical react with copper its defuse the tungsten filamen
Regarless the range, what could be the minimum operation temperature for a lithium-ion EV. Freezing point of the battery.
why Lithium-Ion batteries have significant voltage drop when started discharging at low temperature? E.g. NCR18650B has it, also some batteries from Saft which I am testing
I have bought sealed acid batteries with internal resistance 0.300 ohm (measured in 15 degree centigrade). Is it well made?