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1017's review of MAC Kohl eyeliner - Powersurge
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Skin: Sensitive, Fair-Medium, Neutral
Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Fine
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UPDATE 8/30/07 - As subtle as this is, it really does make my eyes look so big and bright. I don't really know how such a subtle kohl makes the difference, but it really, really does. I always get comments on how pretty my eyes look when I wear this. This is one of my top two favorite kohls now (Teddy being the other). FYI-I am NW20, almost black hair, very dark brown eyes. ORIGINAL POST: Powersurge is a beautiful kohl to always have on hand. It is the only color I have tried that I can use on my lower lash line that doesn't draw attention to my dark circles. Everyone has described the color well (bronzy, antiqued gold). I can't really see a huge difference between wearing this or just putting something like Naked Lunch eyeshadow on my lid, so the color is subtle...almost too subtle - this would be the only drawback. As for the PROS: 1) It can be used on the lower lash line without worries of making your under eye area look too dark. 2) It does add subtle definition and gives you a more defined eye. 3) I will use a highlighter pencil on my lower lash line sometimes to help take away some of my darkness in that area. This does the same thing! You could actually line your whole eye - a major taboo in many cases...but it works with this color. 4)This color would look AMAZING on those with darker skin tones. I am a bit pale (NW20), so it really blends into my skin...but someone who has a darker skin tone...this would look gorgeous! FYI - A MAC artist suggested this as a nice, natural, day look way to define my brown eyes (I have almost black hair and dark lashes and brows). 5) And finally, I have full on brown eyes...no green or gray...brown. Powersurge seems to bring out gold "reflection"s in my brown eyes...brings a bit of light to them. Powersurge has the same shimmer as Rosemary & Thyme (R&T is more olive green and is great for hazel or green eyes). While I think R&T is a beautiful color, it isn't anywhere near as practical as Powersurge for my brown eyes. I reach for Powersurge on a daily basis.
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When drafting and signing agreements regarding licensing or claims against intellectual property, there are a number of elements that must be considered to ensure the right measures are being taken. A recent Supply Management report explores best practice tips to protecting your intellectual property when licensing. Here is a breakdown of the top seven guidelines.
Be specific. Trademark licenses can be complicated since they include the ability to grant limited rights to the appropriate parties. Therefore, the language used in trademark agreements needs to be very precise and detail who and what those rights entail. Enlisting in the help of your legal team will ensure that you are not leaving any important details out and are always protected against future claims.
Site examples. By including specific examples of the businesses that the license is intended for and equally importantly, unintended for, you can eliminate the chance of confusion down the road. The more information you can provide the better, to mitigate risks and legal issues down the road with companies who may have misunderstood your licensing agreement.
Chose the right wording. As with any legal agreement, its important to eliminate any commonly used phrases that can appear vague or unclear in your trademark policy. This is particularly important in regards to verbiage in relation to time. Avoid any wording that can be interpreted as too general such as "from time to time" or referring to times of the year without being specific to the exact month or date.
Determine what licenses are necessary. It is important that your licensing agreement is straight and to the point, free of any ambiguity. For example, Supply Management notes that if the licensee seeks an "exclusive" license, question whether granting an "exclusive" license excluding all parties is actually necessary.
Weigh anti-competitive risks. Confirming whether or not your license is anti-competitive is imperative to solidifying your agreement. By weighing your competitive risks early on, you eliminate the possibility of dealing with trademark litigation down the line. Keep in mind that the greater the degree of license exclusivity, the greater the risk that the license may be anti-competitive.
Evaluate the business strategy. Any legal and binding contract should be closely evaluated at the strategic level depending on the goals and objectives of a business before any paperwork is signed, but you'd be surprised how many organizations forgo that step in the preliminary stages. Use what you have learned in the past about your business to plan for now, but more importantly, plan for the future, by considering and including any other groups or companies that may be on the horizon for trademarks and licensing down the line.
Control IP development. Possibly one of the most important tips on this list revolves around maintaining control of the actual development of your intellectual property before licensing the agreement even begins; this can be done by adopting an IP policy to control how the IP is integrated across an entire organization. By implementing this policy, companies can take an organized approach to their intellectual property rights with minimized risks. IP policies lock down standard terms, royalty rates and greater consistency for third parties.
For related news on Intellectual Property and Licensing, read these recent reports on Inside Counsel:
Technology's disruptive effect on copyright law
Patent trolls invade the cloud
Privacy, data and different jurisdictions: Examining differing requirements across the U.S.
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The term "free float handguards" is something you see a lot on "precision" AR-15 builds — guns designed to pluck the wings off a fly from 500 yards. But what exactly do they do? One reader asked about them as a fix for barrels becoming too hot (see Friday's Ask Foghorn), but that's not really their intended purpose. Are they useful, or like full length guide rods on a 1911 are they just a way to gouge you for more cash? Let me explain…
One of the first things everyone does when they get a new gun or swap the optics on an existing one is "zero" the gun. The idea is to make the aiming devices mounted to the firearm line up with where the barrel is actually pointing, which enables the shooter to then fire with confidence secure in the knowledge that their rounds will impact exactly where they are aiming. This is also described by some as "aligning the point of aim with the point of impact."
The issue with firing accurately at distance is that even the slightest changes in the alignment of the barrel can throw the round way off target. Even though barrels are typically made of hardened steel and other tough stuff the fact that they're rather long allows even minute forces to act on them like a lever.
Using a barrel that hasn't been free floated means that every time you change the forces working on the barrel, whether that comes from resting the forward handguards on a stand or simply gripping the handguards differently the barrel will bend and the bullets won't necessarily go where you wanted them to go.
As the barrel heats up the stock will continue to press on the barrel and throw the rounds off even farther, meaning even if you never change how the gun rests or how you hold it the rounds are still going to spread out worse than they should.
Free floating the barrel is the solution to this issue. On a traditional rifle (such as a bolt action Weatherby Vanguard) a sufficiently rigid stock must be selected and material must be removed from the stock forend (around the barrel) until the barrel no longer touches the stock. The standard test for if a barrel is free floated is the ability to run a dollar bill between the stock and the barrel all the way to the receiver.
On an AR-15, the handguards need to be designed in such a way that they mount to the receiver instead of the barrel (as traditional handguards use a device near the gas block to hold the far ends of the handguards). Once this has been done the barrel "freely floats" fully independent of outside forces pressing on it.
Naturally this puts more stress on the receiver (as it now needs to support the weight of the entire rifle) which leads to things like "aluminum bedding" or "(fiber)glass bedding" for the receiver which provides a more solid way to marry the metal and wood portions of the firearm.
Free floated barrels do in fact lead to smaller groups.
As a perfect example, I was shooting my Weatherby Vanguard yesterday with its brand new free-floated stock and my groups were at least 1/2 the size they used to be with the non-free floated factory stock. One simple change (that cost less than $100) made the difference between 1.5 and 0.5 MoA groups at 100 yards.
Some firearms are more expensive to free float than others, but thankfully there are free float options available for the AR-15 system for less than $50, and "good" ones are available for less than $100.
If you're a serious shooter then your rifles should probably have free floating handguards, and especially with the low associated cost I can't think of a reason not to. Even so, I like to keep at least one cheap "standard" AR-15 16″ upper laying around to try out new stuff and let the newer shooters use. At the end of the day it all boils down to whether the expense is worth that extra accuracy, and for me it mostly makes sense.
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18 Responses to Ask Foghorn: What Does a "Free Float" Barrel Do?
I think this is the first article on free-floating that I have read that hasn't mentioned barrel harmonics. The largest and greatest advantage of free-floating a barrel is that you allow the barrel to vibrate and move unrestricted. Older firearms like the MkIV Enfield are hampered because the barrel is secured to the stock and therefore it is not allowed to vibrate freely but instead the vibrational force is directed towards the mussel causing the very end of the barrel to move in a greater circular motion; which is why you will never have a .303 Enfield with a 1/2 MOA, the same with AK pattern rifles as well. The more points of pressure and the further up the barrel the greater the vibrational arc will be when the rifle fires. Free-floating allows the entire to barrel to move and vibrate as one. The heavier the barrel and the less points of contact it makes with the stock means that the mussel arc will be smaller and groups will be tighter.
"The more points of pressure and the further up the barrel the greater the vibrational arc will be when the rifle fires."
I always thought it would it increase the frequency of the vibration, not the amplitude. Am I mistaken? And if you dont want a point of pressure near the muzzle, than can you explain the barrel tuning accessories which apply pressure near the muzzle?
Mussels are what you eat. The muzzle is where the boolits come out. ;>)
I think the "Free Float" craze in AR style rifles is a little over blown.
Yes they do increase accuracy. As such, they are a great addition to a 20″-24″ heavy barrel varmint AR with a high power (4-12, 4.5-14) optic intented for long distance, accurate shooting.
However, on a 16″ (or shorter if you have an SBR) carbine with a light weight or, god forbid, AP4 contour barrel and only a red dot mounted on it. A free float handguard will do nothing but cost you money. What is the point in cutting a 2″ at 100 yds group to a 1.5″ at 100 yds group when the dot in your optic is 4 MOA?
It can have a much greater effect than that, on a 18″ RFB, loading a bipod can change the POI by 4-5 inches at 100 yards when compared to the POI from a lead sled. On a non-bullpup rifle, where the barrel acts a really long lever, I could see it having a greater impact on POI.
Big J you are wrong. Free floating a hand-guard on a modern AR-15/M-16 platform rifle makes sense as it does indeed make a difference. I can illustrate this point by using cover and supporting the rifle hand-guard on the cover ( say a barricade as an example) the pressure exerted on the hand-guard does transfer to the barrel and can move the POI. I have seen this demonstrated during training. You might get away with this at 25-50 yds, but your POI can shift dramatically at distance.
I have an AR carbine with 16 inch barrel free floated. I realize at that length free floating may be redundant but I like how it looks and feels, everything else on the gun is set up like a full length rifle though.
I do agree that it is a bit of a fad for most people though. Like Big J said if you are going for a light barrels and low power optics save a few bucks and get a regular handguard.
I bought a used ar a3 with a free float grip and a bulled barrel and its very accurate but theres alot of vibration in the floating grip when I fire. Is ther any grips that eliminate this?
All of the above is good information, however the free float can make a remarkable difference when shooting for competition, it will make little to no difference to the average shooter! I was in the USMC and with a simple GI M4 carbine with a non floated barrel I could hit a 10in target 10 out of 10 times from 300yrds and at 500 yards the silhouette of a man 10 out of 10 times in a wind storm on a rainy day!! So if you are shooting for competition and the smaller group may decide the outcome of the match then by all means free float your barrel! Other wise save yourself some money and get traditional hand guards that will suit just fine for home protection or backyard target practice!
All of the above is good information, however the free float can make a remarkable difference when shooting for competition, it will make little to no difference to the average shooter! I was in the Marine corps and with a simple GI M4 carbine with a non floated barrel I could hit a 10in target 10 out of 10 times from 300yrds and at 500 yards the silhouette of a man 10 out of 10 times in a wind storm on a rainy day!! So if you are shooting for competition and the smaller group may decide the outcome of the match then by all means free float your barrel! Other wise save yourself some money and get traditional hand guards that will suit just fine for home protection or backyard target practice!
good point. hoorah!
i have a 303 bsa no1 mk 111. when i bought it it alreddy sporterized with shortened stock. i free floated the barrel from the chamber to the front. will it still be able to shoot good groupings because everybody is telling me that the 303 bsa is a very accurate gun and exelant for hunting. i will wait for your reply. thanx
This is a great article! very well written. I have a quick follow up question… I have an ar15 with a 14.5 inch, GI profile, free-floated barrel. there is very minimal space between the gas block and free floating handguards, but it is free all the way around. 1.) Is this sufficient? If I understand your article correctly, the accuracy of a barrel with touching handguards is affected before the trigger is pulled, due to the forces the user places on them by resting it or gripping it. so, though my handguards afford me minimal space between the gas block and guard itself, as long as they do not contact one another, the barrel is unaffected until I pull the trigger… am I seeing this right? 2.) that being said, once the round is fired, and harmonics do their thing and move the barrel, do I need to be worried about the gas block striking the inside of the handguard? will this do any damage to the barrel or receiver at the contact point of the barrel? will this be sufficient enough to knock my sights out of alignment?
I come from a military background and have pretty extensive experience with m16s and m4s. from the 60 or so rounds I've fired from my ar in this configuration, all seems to be in good order. but I really wanted to get your take on this. thanks for your time and assistance!
Nick Leghorn, you mention that "there are free float options available for the AR-15 system for less than $50, and "good" ones are available for less than $100." Can you elaborate?
I have a frankengun built by a friend fortunately from quality components. At 100 yards, I saw groups not better than about 2 MOA.
Then I installed the Daniel Defense two-piece, drop-in, free-float handguard and my POI for three shot groups at 50 yards all touch one another…ON IRONS AND NOT ON MAGNIFIED OPTICS.
I haven't fired at 100 yards due to range crowding. But it's coming.
The free-float handguard also dramatically improved my offhand shooting to the point that all my rounds from a 10 round grouw at 50 yards are now in the 9 ring.
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[…] When a handguard touches the barrel it will affect the accuracy of the gun. As you place tension on the handguard by gripping the weapon, you're putting put pressure on the barrel. Even a little pressure on a barrel will affect accuracy at greater distances. Even though the barrel is made of hardened steel, it is still being moved due to its length and elasticity. A barrel that's too rigid would also be too brittle and would crack quickly. You can learn more here. […]


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Maize, known in many English-speaking countries as corn, is a grain domesticated by indigenous peoples in Mesoamerica in prehistoric times. The Aztecs and Mayans cultivated it in numerous varieties throughout central and southern Mexico, to cook or grind in a process called nixtamalization. Later, the crop spread through much of the Americas. Between 1700 and 1250 BCE, the crop spread to all corners of the region. Any significant or dense populations in the region developed a great trade network based on surplus and varieties of maize crops. After European contact with the Americas in the late 15th and early 16th centuries, explorers and traders carried maize back to Europe and introduced it to other countries through trade. Maize spread to the rest of the world due to its popularity and ability to grow in diverse climates.
Maize is the most widely grown crop in the Americas with 332 million metric tons grown annually in the United States alone (although 40% of the crop - 130 million tons - is used for corn ethanol. Transgenic maize made up 85% of the maize planted in the United States in 2009. While some maize varieties grow to 12 metres (39 ft) tall, most commercially grown maize has been bred for a standardized height of 2.5 metres (8.2 ft). Sweet corn is usually shorter than field-corn varieties.
Naming conventions
The term 'maize' derives from the Spanish form of the indigenous Taino word maiz for the plant. This was the term used in the United Kingdom and Ireland, where it is now usually called "sweet corn", the most common form of the plant known to people there. Sweet corn is harvested earlier and eaten as a vegetable rather than a grain.
Outside the British Isles, another common term for maize is "corn". This was originally the English term for any cereal crop. In North America, its meaning has been restricted since the 19th century to maize, as it was shortened from "Indian corn." The term Indian corn now refers specifically to multi-colored "field corn" (flint corn) cultivars.
In scientific and formal usage, "maize" is normally used in a global context. Equally, in bulk-trading contexts, "corn" is used most frequently. In the UK, Australia and other English-speaking countries, the word "corn" is often used in culinary contexts, particularly in naming products such as popcorn and corn flakes. "Maize" is used in agricultural and scientific references.
In Southern Africa, maize is commonly referred to as mielie or mealie, from the Portuguese milho. Mielie-meal is the ground form.
The kernel of maize has a pericarp of the fruit fused with the seed coat, typical of the grasses, and the entire kernel is often referred to as the seed. The cob is close to a multiple fruit in structure, except that the individual fruits (the kernels) never fuse into a single mass. The grains are about the size of peas, and adhere in regular rows round a white pithy substance, which forms the ear. An ear contains from 200 to 400 kernels, and is from 10–25 cm (4–10 in) in length. They are of various colors: blackish, bluish-gray, purple, green, red, white and yellow. When ground into flour, maize yields more flour, with much less bran, than wheat does. However, it lacks the protein gluten of wheat and, therefore, makes baked goods with poor rising capability.
A genetic variant that accumulates more sugar and less starch in the ear is consumed as a vegetable and is called sweet corn.
Immature maize shoots accumulate a powerful antibiotic substance, DIMBOA (2,4-dihydroxy-7-methoxy-1,4-benzoxazin-3-one). DIMBOA is a member of a group of hydroxamic acids (also known as benzoxazinoids) that serve as a natural defense against a wide range of pests including insects, pathogenic fungi and bacteria. DIMBOA is also found in related grasses, particularly wheat. A maize mutant (bx) lacking DIMBOA is highly susceptible to be attacked by aphids and fungi. DIMBOA is also responsible for the relative resistance of immature maize to the European corn borer (family Crambidae). As maize matures, DIMBOA levels and resistance to the corn borer decline.
Because of its shallow roots, maize is susceptible to droughts, intolerant of nutrient-deficient soils, and prone to be uprooted by severe winds.
Because it is cold-intolerant, in the temperate zones maize must be planted in the spring. Its root system is generally shallow, so the plant is dependent on soil moisture. As a C4 plant (a plant that uses C4 carbon fixation), maize is a considerably more water-efficient crop than C3 plants (plants that use C3 carbon fixation) like the small grains, alfalfa and soybeans. Maize is most sensitive to drought at the time of silk emergence, when the flowers are ready for pollination. In the United States, a good harvest was traditionally predicted if the maize was "knee-high by the Fourth of July," although modern hybrids generally exceed this growth rate. Maize used for silage is harvested while the plant is green and the fruit immature. Sweet corn is harvested in the "milk stage," after pollination but before starch has formed, between late summer and early to mid-autumn. Field maize is left in the field very late in the autumn in order to thoroughly dry the grain, and may, in fact, sometimes not be harvested until winter or even early spring. The importance of sufficient soil moisture is shown in many parts of Africa, where periodic drought regularly causes famine by causing maize crop failure.
Many of the maize varieties grown in the United States and Canada are hybrids. Often the varieties have been genetically modified to tolerate glyphosate or to provide protection against natural pests. Glyphosate (trade name Roundup) is an herbicide which kills all plants except those with genetic tolerance. This genetic tolerance is very rarely found in nature.
Maize is widely cultivated throughout the world, and a greater weight of maize is produced each year than any other grain. The United States produces 40% of the world's harvest; other top producing countries include China, Brazil, Mexico, Indonesia, India, France and Argentina. Worldwide production was 817 million tonnes in 2009—more than rice (678 million tonnes) or wheat (682 million tonnes).[24] In 2009, over 159 million hectares of maize were planted worldwide, with a yield of over 5 tonnes/hectare. Production can be significantly higher in certain regions of the world; 2009 forecasts for production in Iowa were 11614 kg/ha. "There is conflicting evidence to support the hypothesis that maize yield potential has increased" over the past few decades.
- Corn earworm (Helicoverpa zea)
- Fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda)
- Common armyworm (Pseudaletia unipuncta)
- Stalk borer (Papaipema nebris)
- Corn leaf aphid (Rhopalosiphum maidis)
- European corn borer (Ostrinia nubilalis) (ECB)
- Corn silkfly (Euxesta stigmatis)
- Lesser cornstalk borer (Elasmopalpus lignosellus)
- Corn delphacid (Peregrinus maidis)
- Western corn rootworm (Diabrotica virgifera virgifera LeConte)
- Southwestern corn borer (Diatraea grandiosella)
- Maize weevil (Sitophilus zeamais)
- Corn smut or common smut (Ustilago maydis): a fungal disease, known in Mexico as huitlacoche, which is prized by some as a gourmet delicacy in itself.
- Northern leaf blight
- Southern lead blight
- Maize dwarf mosaic virus
- Maize streak virus
- Stewart's Wilt (Pantoea stewartii)
- Common Rust (Puccinia sorghi)
- Goss's Wilt (Clavibacter michiganese)
- Grey Leaf Spot
- Mal de Río Cuarto Virus (MRCV)
- Stalk Rot
- Ear Rot
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For sponsors of sports people and events, the key determinant has always been success.
Take the halo effect for Barclays of sponsoring the Premier League, which for eight years has given the pin-stripe brand mass-market appeal.
Now under siege by authorities and consumers, the embattled bank has predictably postponed its brand activity. But it will persevere in renewing its sponsorship of the world's top football league, pining its hopes on that association's redemptive qualities.
Meanwhile Adidas, a tier 1 London 2012 Olympics sponsor, coyly admits that 'a gold medal certainly helps' when it comes to justifying the brand's huge financial stake in this summer of sport (see this week's Marketing Interview, p29).
So it is not too much of a leap to imagine marketers at the German kit supplier, in amongst the ranks of people praying for Andy Murray's success on Centre Court last Sunday, petitioning heaven hard on behalf of its brand ambassador.
That Murray didn't win should not cause Adidas' marketers any sleepless nights – this is one cloud that has a silver lining.
Awkward, taciturn Murray, so steadfast in refusing to play the media game, stunned the Centre Court crowd when he cried bitter tears of disappointment on losing to Nike-sponsored Roger Federer.
The Scotsman is yet to lift a grand slam trophy. But with that outpouring of passion, Murray delivered a more valuable form of gold to his sponsor: authenticity.


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European finance ministers have been warned confidentially of the danger of a renewed credit crunch, as a "systemic" crisis in eurozone sovereign debt spills over to banks.
In a report prepared for ministers meeting in Poland on Friday and Saturday, obtained by press agency Reuters yesterday (14 September), senior EU officials said the 17-nation currency area faced a "risk of a vicious circle between sovereign debt, bank funding and negative growth".
"While tensions in sovereign debt markets have intensified and bank funding risks have increased over the summer, contagion has spread across markets and countries and the crisis has become systemic," the influential Economic and Financial Committee said.
"A further reinforcement of bank resources is advisable," ministers were told in language that echoed an International Monetary Fund call for urgent action to recapitalise European banks.
The report highlighted European policymakers' challenge to restore confidence as the leaders of Germany, France and Greece held a crucial conference call on efforts to avert a Greek default that could cause a global financial shock.
Moody's Investors Service downgraded two of France's top banks, Societé Générale and Credit Agricole, saying its concerns about their funding and liquidity profiles had increased in the light of worsening refinancing conditions.
The ratings agency left France's largest bank, BNP Paribas, on review, saying its profitability and capital base gave it an adequate cushion to support its Greek, Portuguese and Irish exposure.
The euro and European stocks were earlier boosted by an announcement by the head of the European Commission that the EU executive would soon present options for issuing a common eurozone bond, despite fierce resistance in Germany.
Many investors see joint debt issuance as the best way out since it would reassure markets that Europe's strongest economies were taking responsibility for weaker states.
But there is strong political opposition in northern Europe to underwriting the debts of what are seen as profligate southern states, making euro bonds a distant prospect.
European Commission President José Manuel Barroso told the European Parliament that closer union, particularly in the euro area, was the only way to reverse the negative cycle in financial markets.
"Today I want to confirm that the Commission will soon present options for the introduction of Eurobonds. Some of these could be implemented within the terms of the current treaty, and others would require treaty change," he said.
But he warned that such bonds were no silver bullet to end the crisis, and could only be part of a comprehensive plan.
China added its voice to US concerns over Europe's apparent inability to stop debt contagion spreading, while Indian and Brazilian officials said major emerging economies were discussing increasing their euro sovereign holdings.
US Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner urged European leaders to act more forcefully to solve the escalating crisis, saying they have the economic and financial capacity to do so.
With senior EU and IMF inspectors due in Athens on Monday to check Greece's faltering compliance with its bailout plan, German Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Nicolas Sarkozy urged Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou to implement austerity measures to meet fiscal targets, a French statement said.
"Despite recent rumours, all parties stressed Greece will remain in the euro zone," Greek government spokesman Ilias Mossialos said after the 25-minute telephone call.
A Greek official said after the call that Athens now expected the EU/IMF "troika" to report that Greece was on track to meet its 2011-12 targets after the latest additional austerity measures announced last weekend.
EU Economic Affairs Commissioner Olli Rehn said issuing common eurozone bonds would require much more intrusive surveillance of member states' fiscal and economic policies, which would have to be fully debated in each country.
A German Finance Ministry spokesman reaffirmed Berlin's opposition to the idea but said it was awaiting the proposals.
Merkel, Sarkozy reject calls for orderly Greek default
Merkel and Sarkozy have reaffirmed their support for Greece remaining in the euro zone and rejected calls for an "orderly insolvency" of the debt-laden nation.
The leaders, who held a telephone conference with Greek Prime Minister Georges Papandreou yesterday evening, reportedly said they were convinced that Greece's future lay in the euro zone.
They also underlined that it was "more [essential] than ever before" to fully implement decisions taken by eurozone leaders on 21 July to ensure the stability of the euro zone.
Stop crisis from spreading
China and the United States both voiced concern that eurozone governments may be losing control of the debt crisis.
Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao said Beijing was willing to help its biggest trading partner, but added that Europe must stop the crisis – which now threatens Italy – from growing.
"What we have to take note of now is to prevent the sovereign debt crises from spreading and expanding further," Wen said on Wednesday in an apparent response to pleas to buy more eurozone government bonds.
Credit markets are factoring in a 90% chance that Greece will default on its debts and they demanded the highest risk premium on Italian five-year bonds at auction on Tuesday since the country joined the euro.
Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi's government won a parliamentary confidence vote on a 54-billion-euro austerity package, which lawmakers were to finalise later in the day. The moves have done little so far to stem doubts about whether the euro area's third-biggest economy can manage its debts.
Greece, Ireland and Portugal have all received EU/IMF rescue packages, but many see Italy as too big to bail out.
EURACTIV with Reuters
Since the euro zone's debt crisis erupted last year, the region's governments have aimed to limit it to Greece, Ireland and Portugal, which have so far signed up to bailouts totalling almost €400 billion.
Spain and Italy had managed to keep their access to market funding under control through fiscal reforms.
But in recent weeks the situation has worsened. Due to the large size of the Spanish and Italian economies, pressure on the euro zone would increase dramatically if either country were to need financial assistance.
EU officials have avoided any talk of budget offenders like Greece being kicked out of the euro zone but the Netherlands put the unwanted question firmly back on the table on 8 September, with proposals to appoint a new "commissioner for budgetary discipline".
Further Reading
Press articles
- Wall Street Journal:Any Exit Strategies Go Right Out The Door for Euro-Zone Members
- Daily Mail:Britain draws up survival plans for life after the euro to avoid plunging into another recession
- Reuters:Euro wobbles as relief over Greece faces
- Bloomberg:Asian Stocks Rise as Germany, France Say Greece's Future is in Euro Area


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The Weeks Music Library presents a selection of materials from its collections that highlight the profound, multifaceted cultural influence of the artist—perhaps best reflected in the assortment of nicknames including "Chairman of the Board," "The Voice," "Ol' Blue Eyes," and others by which he is still remembered. This exhibition spans his many memorable musical hits as well as his acting achievements, including his involvement in the Rat Pack, and other influential endeavors throughout his life.
Born December 12, 1915, Francis Albert Sinatra began his career performing as a big band crooner before finding fame as a popular singer and actor, culminating in his 1953 Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for From Here to Eternity.
Though his popularity dwindled somewhat in later years, he stepped back into the spotlight with his 1980 cover of "(Theme from) New York, New York." After a brief "retirement" in 1971, Sinatra continued performing and touring until his death in 1998.
Infamous for his membership in the "Rat Pack," his alleged Mafia connections, and his ties to such political notables as John F. Kennedy and Ronald Reagan, Sinatra remains a beloved and fascinating figure of American popular music and culture.


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I had fat grafting on my cheeks three months ago. Is it all right to have Juvederm injected over this area? I would like a little more volume. My surgeon said it can take a year for the fat to completley take.
Is It Ok To Get Juvederm over Fat Grafting To Add Additional Volume?
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Juvederm over fat grafting
Ideally, the fat that is injected will give a permanent result within about 2 months. I would recommend adding extra fat. It is not dangerous to add Juvederm, you will just have a temporary result.
Fat Grafting Juvederm
Yes. In thin patients, who may not have as much fat to harvest, additional volumizing can help. The fat transfer has most likely laid down a nice foundation and you typically do not need as much filler as you would have without it. For the cheek areas, I personally like Radiesse or Perlane but that is not to say that Juvederm would not work. I lay the product deep against the bone in the cheek area. Make sure you are addressing all areas of the face to keep it in overall harmony. Good luck! vargasfaceandskin
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OK to add Juvederm over fat grafting for more volume?
I'd have to see pictures to make specific comments but in general fillers like Perlane an Radiesse are better at adding volume to the face and could be added after a fat transfer.
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Fillers after fat injections
FiIlers like Juvederm can certainly be placed over fat injections once the fat injections have "taken." If it is recently after surgery, I would a few months until things have settled.
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Gel fillers can safely enhance lips after fat grafting
I think that gel fillers such as Restylane and Juvederm can add finishing touches to the shape of the lips after fat grafting. Fat is, by its nature, globular and can sometimes become irregular if injected too close to the red skin of the lips. After the swelling and healing from the fat grafting are complete, the gel fillers add gloss, and subtle volume correction, which enhances the overall contour of the lips.
Can I receive Juvederm in an area previously treated with fat transfer?
This is a good question- one that has never been studied to examine whether there are any detremental effects. Therefore judgement must prevail, and so you are bound to receive many different answers if you ask different physicians. Hopefully you have maintained a good relationship with the physician who performed the fat transfer procedure for you, and that is the doctor you should listen to the most. He/she knows you, and has seen how you have responded to the fat transfer procedure, and knows where you are in the healing cascade.
Personally I would want to be sure the treated area had no signs of active healing such as swelling, redness, or unnatural firmness, and, at a minimum at least three months had pasted from the fat transfer procedure. I have done this for several patients, and even years later I did not see any detrimental effects. Of course you could also have a second fat transfer procedure in the future, which I have also done on multiple occasions with nice results.
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Restylane can be used following fat transfer
Restylane can be used following fat transfer. However, in the ideal situation you would not need any additional volume. However, Restylane will allow any irregularities to be covered up or smoothed out while you heal. Since you're three months beyond surgery, I would not expect your fat transfer results to become any more pronounced in the future. It is more likely that you will see a small amount of fat resorption which might slightly reduce the volume that's currently there.
Stephen Weber MD, FACS
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Bradford takeaway owners are being urged to sign up for masterclass cooking lessons to help improve the district's health.
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Principal dietitian at Bradford Teaching Hospitals, Clare Gelder, said: "While many of us enjoy good takeaway food it's important that we help local businesses to do more to promote healthy eating choices.
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BETHLEHEM, PA--(Marketwire - April 7, 2010) - After receiving a three-year renewal of its slot operator license and approval of its table games application, Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem, a subsidiary of global resort developer Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS), provided more good news today by announcing that construction on the property's 300-room hotel tower will restart immediately and should be completed by May 2011.
"The company's board of directors has approved the plan for completing the hotel and we fully expect to see construction workers on the site within a matter of weeks," said Michael Leven, president of Las Vegas Sands Corp. "The results at the Sands in recent months are more in line with our expectations of the property and with the addition of table games this summer, and 300 hotel rooms next spring, the property will be well-positioned for greater success moving forward."
On Wednesday, at the completion of a hearing with the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, the property was awarded a three-year renewal of its slot operator license and gained approval of its table games operation certificate. With the table games approval now in hand, company officials said they are targeting July as the month the property should be able to offer live table games to its guests.
As for the hotel, Mr. Leven said construction will take approximately 12 months and it should be ready to open by May 2011. He said that as far back as early February the company began working on updated design drawings and as part of that effort, the hotel will now feature 4,000 square feet of meeting space as well as an indoor swimming pool and fitness center.
"As we approach the property's one-year anniversary, it is exciting to think about what the future has in store for Sands Bethlehem. Restarting work on the hotel is a huge momentum builder for the property and adding live table games to an environment which already features great dining and nightlife activities will certainly make the Sands one of the region's top entertainment destinations," said Sands Bethlehem President Robert DeSalvio.
Mr. DeSalvio said Sands Bethlehem will offer a total of 89 tables, including such games as blackjack, craps, roulette, poker, and baccarat. He said dealer training for the table games is already underway and the property will be ready for action, pending a final go-ahead from the Gaming Control Board, when it's time to deal the first card.
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Greetings fellas. Posted one picture a while back. Would love to hear some feedback on our LIGHTEN UP project. We're sending these postcards out to bloggers, supporters, shops and the like. If you want one, go ahead and e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com with your mailing address and we'll get one out to you. Clothing will soon follow, of course. We have logo tees and SOS hats being distributed on the low if any of you are interested. It won't be on the low for much longer. [Image] If you dig the direction, give us a follow on Twitter and Instagram at @LIGHTENUP67.2 Weeks ago in Fashion
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Greetings fellas. Used to lurk these parts a few years back. These forums are like a hub for who's got now and next. Glad to see they're still thriving. After months and months of months of nonsense, a buddy and I are putting the finishing touches on our debut line for our 'brand' called Lighten Up. We don't really know what we're doing, but the process is half the fun right? [URL] Marcus2 Weeks ago in Fashion
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Boat shoes with jeans
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Drake doing a mil first week is good for hip hop, and good for a music industry that's on the decline. I'll support him and hope it inspires him to be better rather than become complacent.2 Weeks ago in Music Discussion
The Role of "Blogging" In Society
Blogs have become an inescapable fixture of the internet, rivaling porn and Nigerian e-mail scams. More than likely you know one or two or several people with blogs that capture daily bits and pieces of their lives. Celebrities have them. Politicians use them to seem hip. And regular people, just like you and I, are fascinated enough to maintain our own online diaries and bookmark others'. The explosion of blogging seemed to coincide with social networking sites such as Xanga, Friendster, and Myspace; and have continued to grow in popularity with the emergence of Facebook and Twitter. Our "streetwear" culture that we ALL belong too (Whether you like to acknowledge it or not) is reliant on blogging to spread messages to consumers everywhere. Over the course of the last year, in preparation for the launch of my own lifestyle project, I have examined what makes a blog successful, and whether or not there's better alternatives than "blogging." Because a blog is just a place for the OPINIONS of that respective person, it seems hard to imagine that they will decrease in popularity anytime soon. My question is for everyone: Is blogging a trend that will soon die out, along with all-over prints and neon sneakers? Or is it something more than that. Have blogs become such an integral aspect of our daily lives that they will never disappear? Thoughts?2 Weeks ago in Off Topic
The official Lauryn Hill Appreciation thread
Lauryn Hill is easily my favorite artist of all time. Every single song you can hear the emotion behind it. Music needs someone like her. Music needs her. I couldn't believe when I heard that she came out at Raggamuffins in New Zealand! That's absurd. I'm hoping she has it in her to return to the game and drop one more gem.2 Weeks ago in Music Discussion
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SEC to donate $500,000 to assist University of Alabama in tornado recovery efforts
The SEC announced today that it will donate $500,000 to the University of Alabama to support its efforts in assisting students, faculty and staff that were adversely impacted by the tornados of April 27. The money will supplement other individual institutional contributions and fundraising efforts.
"The tornados that went through Tuscaloosa have severely impacted the lives of students, faculty and staff of the University of Alabama, and will continue to do so for months to come," said SEC Commissioner Mike Slive. "We express our sympathies and prayers to everyone who has been impacted by this storm and we are pleased to be able to assist in the recovery efforts."
SEC fans are encouraged to donate to the University of Alabama's "UA Acts of Kindness Fund", which has been established to support an emergency-assistance program for university faculty, staff and students. A link to donate to the fund can be accessed on the University's website, www.ua.edu.


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Hello, my name is Vincent Ernest Grossi and I am the youngest of three brothers. I was born in Branson Missouri in 1993 and lived there for the first three years of my life while my parents, Joseph and Michelle Grossi were directors of a women's Teen Challenge program. When I was six, we moved to Tucson, Arizona to assist my uncle's church ministry. Only a few years passed before my uncle resigned his church to tend to his parents health in Florida. My father took an opportunity to pastor his own small church in the inner city area of downtown Tucson. My family then grew roots in Tucson, raising us three boys in Christian schools and I had several opportunities for mission trips to Mexico and Native American reservations. One of the most impactful experiences of my childhood and early teenage years was assisting in our church's local food distribution ministry. I see it as God's foreshadowing of what my life's passion would soon turn into…. serving the poor and marginalized people in America.
Just before I was set to graduate high school, our family hit a very tough road when our church district suddenly decided to close our church to use the property for another ministry. This was a rough trial in my life and it truly broke the heart of my family. I found myself searching for perfect Truth amongst the imperfect church. But I found answers in Christ's love, which was demonstrated through the beauty and awe I began seeing in natural life all around me. I have learned to compare this experience as that of a struggling crowd member standing by for the sermon on the mountain, forever changed by the power of Jesus' words, "Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth."
With my new passion in food systems and ecology, God has now taken me from Arizona to India, to Connecticut, and back to Arizona working alongside many different types of farms, gardens and the communities surrounding them. I have grown to see the dining table as a very powerful place that is being neglected in the US today. My belief is that when there is true investment, food can be a great medium for social change around us. My desire is to assist in strengthening local food systems through simply making opportunities for people to connect with real food in fruits and vegetables. I am excited for the future, and desire to take every opportunity to love and serve others as God has chosen to love me.


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Jerk ChickenPublished: May 2012
Some like it hot. And those that do will absolutely love this jerk chicken recipe, which calls for heaps of Scotch bonnet (or habanero) peppers.
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- 1 4-pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces
- 1 medium red onion, chopped
- 12 garlic cloves
- 10 Scotch bonnet or 15 small habanero chiles, stemmed, seeded
- 8 scallions (white and pale-green parts only), chopped
- 1 3-inch piece peeled ginger, sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
- 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 tablespoons whole allspice
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon powdered adobo seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon Maggi Liquid Seasoning
Pierce chicken all over with tip of a small knife; transfer to a large bowl. Purée remaining ingredients and 1/4 cup water in a blender until smooth. Reserve 1 cup for dipping sauce, if desired. Pour remaining marinade over chicken; massage into chicken. (To protect your hands from the chiles' heat, wear latex gloves.) Cover; chill for at least 1 day and up to 2 days.
Let chicken sit at room temperature for 1 hour before cooking. Build a medium-low fire in a charcoal grill, or heat a gas grill to medium. Place chicken on grill, skin side up. Cook covered, turning often, until skin is crisp and lightly charred and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest parts of chicken registers 160° (breasts) or 165° (thighs), 30–45 minutes. Transfer to a platter and tent loosely with foil; let stand for 10 minutes. Serve with reserved dipping sauce, if desired.
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As part of his continuing exploration of avenues of creativity beyond music, Kanye West gave a talk at Harvard Graduate School of Design today alongside Virgil Abloh, the director of West's art and creative agency DONDA. This year DONDA has been behind the album art for G.O.O.D. music artists Pusha T, 2 Chainz, and Big Sean, as well as Lil Wayne's I Am Not a Human Being 2.
Details of the subject matter of West's talk are currently unclear, with Abloh calling it part of the "#DONDA design lecture series," but looking at the number of people with phones out in the picture above, there's sure to be some video that will surface soon.
Update: Read a transcript of the brief speech below, and watch a video of it here, both via Archinect.
So after walking through here I decided that I wanted to make sure for anyone that didn't have tickets tonight that you all could have tickets to the show. So anybody who wants to come tonight, you can have tickets for the entire office! [CHEERS, MAD LAUGHTER]
But I just wanted to tell you guys: I really do believe that the world can be saved through design, and everything needs to actually be "architected." And this is the reason why even some of the first DONDA employees were architects that started designing t-shirts instead of buildings. But just to see the work actually be actualized.
If I sit down and talk to Oprah for 2 hours, the conversation is about realization, self realization, and actually seeing your creativity happen in front of you. So the reason why I turn up so much in interviews is because I've tasted what it means to create and be able to impact, and affect in a positive way.
And I know that there's more creativity to happen. And I know that there's traditionalists that hold back the good thoughts and there's people in offices that stop the creative people, and [who] are intimidated by actual good ideas.
I believe that utopia is actually possible–but we're led by the least noble, the least dignified, the least tasteful, the dumbest, and the most political. So in no way am I a politician–I'm usually at my best politically incorrect [LAUGHTER] and very direct. I really appreciate you guys' willingness to learn and hone your craft, and not be lazy about creation.
I'm very inspired to be in this space. Tonight, this show, if you come see it–um, I'm a bit self conscious because I'm showing it to architects. [LAUGHTER] So the stage does have flaws in it. [LAUGHTER] It's an expression of emotion so give me a pass on that. And that's basically all I have to say so thank you very much.


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Watch this moving video of a 3-year-old girl explaining why she's decided to donate her hair to children who have cancer.
3-year-old Emily James felt so bad for other children who lost their hair through cancer treatment that she decided to donate her long hair to be used as a wig.
Emily says: 'Sometimes kids get sick and then their hair falls out… Its really really sad.'
3-year-old Emily sets a charitable example
We are then show her Uncle Matthew's hair salon where Emily and her doll get their hair cut.
'I don't want any kids to be sad that they have no hair… I'm going to give the my hair,' says the inspiring little girl.
Emily says she always puts on her best behaviour when she visits the salon.
'I try to stay nice and still when Matthew cuts my hair.'
Emily sitting very still as she gets her hair cut
We are then shown Emily's stylish new bob, and the generous little girl says, brightly: 'I can't wait to look just like my dolly… Me and my dolly look so pretty.'
We are then show Emily posting their hair into an envelope, decorated with colourful hearts.
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Reza Ghoochannejhad has finally completed his sought after summer move away from The Valley.
The Iranian World Cup striker has joined Kuwaiti outfit Sporting Club on a one-year loan after scoring just one goal in 17 appearances for the Addicks since his January switch from Standard Liege.
Today's news shouldn't come as any real shock to Addicks fans after it was revealed a fortnight ago Ghoochannejhad had almost joined an unnamed Middle Eastern side, only for the move to fall through at the last minute.
News Shopper understands it was always the plan to let the player move on this summer because he only agreed to come to England in the first place in order to boost his profile ahead of the World Cup.
However, head coach Bob Peeters this afternoon suggested it was entirely down to the forward to move on now.
"It was Reza's decision to leave," the Valley chief told cafc.co.uk
"He told us that, after the World Cup, he wanted to go to another country and that was Kuwait.
"If a player wants to leave then it makes it difficult because their mind is already weak from wanting a transfer.
"That is why we made the decision to allow Reza to leave.
"Because Reza has left we may now look to see if we can bring in a replacement and see who is available, but at this moment we are working with the squad we have and I am happy with them."
Meanwhile, speculation continues to grow Charlton are closing in on a deal to sign 22-year-old French striker Andy Delort.
The Addicks are strong favourites to complete the transfer, the only question now seemingly whether it will be finalised before Saturday's trip to Brentford.
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Rare Beatles Demo Sells For $10K
The Beatles' are still such a big deal that a rare 45 demo of their first single. "Love Me Do," recently sold on eBay for $10,000. The 45 was one of only 250 made for radio airplay in 1962. The demo was from a personal collection and predates the Parlophone imprints of the single. When the song was released the group were unknowns and the writing credits instead of listing Lennon-McCartney read 'McArtney.'
The song only climbed to Number 17 in the United Kingdom but it paved the way for the group to release "Please Please Me," which launched their careers.
According to Rollingstone.com, another copy of the demo sold for $17,000 in an auction in 2011.


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Updated September 11, 2015
By Tony Rice
A semi-circle rises out of a field in Duke Forest of Cornwallis Road. What looks like a bit like a small Stonehenge from the air is actually an observatory. The term "observatory" might bring to mind a rotating dome atop a building with a long, protruding telescope, but this one was designed with a different purpose in mind.
Duke University's Teaching Observatory was created on this site in 2002 by the physics department to provide hands-on experience for students in astronomy classes. Faculty also use the site as a platform for astronomy outreach to Durham and Wake County public schools and members of the general public.
"The easiest way to get people excited about science is to show them stars," says physics professor Ronen Plesser.
The observatory consists of nine piers equipped with outlets to power electronics as well as the heaters that keep telescope optics free from the dew that develops as temperatures change through the evening. Each pier was cast in a concrete cylinder extending underground to provide a steady base to mount the university's five research-grade Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes. This equipment helps fulfill the primary mission of the site by enabling multiple students to observe at once.
The Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope design combines the benefits of refracting (gathering light by passing it through lenses) and reflecting (gathering light by reflecting it with mirrors) telescopes into a compact package. Like refracting telescopes, light enters through a lens (Duke's telescopes have a generous 10" wide aperture). Like reflecting telescopes, light is then gathered by mirrors and reflected to an eyepiece. Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes are popular with researchers and astrophotographers because they fold that light path inside the tube, reducing the length of the tube and making the telescopes more portable.
Amateur astronomers visiting the Duke Observatory are also encouraged to bring their own equipment. Extra piers, with their own power outlets, are available. Even seasoned amateur astronomers are surprised at the improved performance of their telescopes when placed on a very stable, properly aligned mount.
The Duke Observatory hosts open house events every other Friday throughout the fall, weather permitting, from Sept. 11 through early December. Clouds are expected to decrease starting early Friday morning leading to partly cloudy skies and a slight chance of showers for the first open house of the season at 9 p.m.
Print out the directions on the website before going, the observatory can be a challenge to find. Also try entering the latitude and longitude of 36.015, -79.003 into your GPS.
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Vera, the Duke Teaching Observatory page on the physics department's website (http://www.phy.duke.edu/duke-teaching-observatory) includes directions. I've had challenges finding the location as well though. Try putting the coordinates mentioned in the article into your GPS.
I REALLY want to go to this.....I have tried at least 5 times to find it on Cornwallis....never successful....are there some landmarks that would help???


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Ugh, Isolation Hate Socializing
I tend to isolate. I stay inside. I avoid people in 3D. Feel no one wants me. I am sooo akward. Why would someone want to socialize with me? No one does. Have family who comes when they need something and thats it. Have online friends but that feels safer they don't really know me. Scared, someone will look at me and run.
get outside once in a while. fresh air is good for you and you might fall in love.
thank you for sharing your story but i can relate to you in someways and if you need someone to talk to you then im here for you
hi,just wanted to say i know exactly how you feel.i dread meeting new people because i get so nervous and i always end up saying something that makes me look so stupid.i even feel awkward trying to talk to someone on t'internet.how sad is that?!
This is my first post, and I am aware that my handle will raise some eye brows, but this is an important topic.

I believe that everyone, no matter how successful they are, has something about themselves that makes them feel awkward, and if they don't, they are either being disingenuous or are in denial. I know I do. Here's the duality of my nature: In my line of work, I see people all day, some of whom are strangers, some I know from previous visits. Because of the nature of my job, I go into a room with a purpose in mind, a goal, and I can talk with them and joke around, but that is my professional life.

The other aspect of my personality is painfully shy. I've become very good at avoiding social situations. I was married for a few years. Even then, I felt less than desirable to my wife. I thought it would get better as I got older, but it hasn't. I work on it a little every day, so there is hope. I was told years ago that it's all about the process. I think so. When you keep your focus on the process, the answer takes care of itself.

It's not easy, and, at times, very very hard, but anything you have to really work for reaps its reward in the end.

Anyway, you have a new friend. Take that as you will.

I feel the same. Deep inside of me I feel lonely... But I have felt that way and Im feeling comfortable with it.
Oh, all you poor souls! I am one with all of you! Just reading all of your stories helped me so much! The more I searched, the more I found sooo many people were like me! Just imagine, if we were out on the street together you'd be afraid of me, and I'd be afraid of you! Lol! Just the thought of that made me feel like, if I knew it was you, I'd feel better. I really think socializing is hard for almost everyone. I really do. As old, educated, worldly, intelligent as an individual is, we are all just silly kids in ways. Next time you dare to go out, don't be afraid...smile at someone, they might be me.
Well as much as its a problem for me too, I think I'm better off alone then having a bad friend. My point is you'll meet someone who will be your friend they wont run or dislike you... and well if they do run, or they think your awkward then you don't need them. I have a better time talking online with others but I can hardly think of two words when around others, I've lost a lot of friends because they thought I didn't like them because of my social anxiety it really sucks. But I know a true friend will stick with you, accept you and understand you... so keep looking keep trying and maybe these online friends if they really are your friend with meet you someday.
i am the same . I was out going life and soul of the party .ages 18+ I went night clubbing mostly every weekend .. BANG!!! like a slap in the face I'm 23yrs old I don't go out I can't look at people in the face I can't talk to people I have bipolar I have my down days where i can't answer the phone but even on better I still don't go out I have lost most of my friends I don't go to birthday parties I don't know my own birthday party I am always tired I always nap I don't know where this came about ... WHY! at young age I was going off to the coast in a tent a few days going to night clubs will chat up any girl I went flyer club I went kickboxing and here I am now to scared to pick up the phone or talk at someone in the eyes or even go out anymore ... just wanna spend most of my days in bed watching films or reading books .... just wanna curl up in bed and stay here don't know why though
I agree with Dottiedsl. I love my job but my coworkers do not really seem to want to socialize with me. I am sure I say stupid things. I go home at night and just want to hybernate. I am poor company for my husband. I resent people who call.
This is very hard for me i never talk to people about my anxiety or depression my husband really don't get it i had anxiety all through life i remember as a child bean scared just to be around other children my age it was really bad i never wanted to go to school because i would get so scared and freaked out at that time i didn't know what was wrong with me i would get so scared i vomit in front of my class it was and is so bad i didn't even go to high school no prom no cheer leading nothing i fought to learn to deal with it but it is still with me now at age 27 i still get the anxiety attack panic attacks i call them as well with the anxiety depression came along to I PRAY WITH THE LORDS HELP I CAN GET FREED FROM THIS GOD BLESS TAKE CARE.
I'm 16, I have one friend. I never leave home, I haven't been out to a friends house for a few months and even then I couldn't stand it.

Had a fairly hard life... Mum passed away the day before my birthday, I'm a recovering weed addict. Been smoking for a couple of years gave it up because I don't earn money. Used to cut untill my arms were fully covered and couldn't be cut any more.

(Don't wan't to tell everyone ALL my problems so I'll stfu about them)

Tried counselling, psychologists & medication. Nothings worked. I can't even find the courage to go to the doctors and see what's wrong...

I really don't know what to do any more, I can't stop thinking of the easy way out.

But it's good to know I'm not the only one suffering... Maybe one day things will get better... Maybe one day.
So if youare really wanting change i will recommend 2 books that have helped me more than i can explain with similar issue to yours. Both by Alan Watts, "The Way of Zen" and "The Wisdom of Insecurities" It much like hyroglyphics to the western mind but read the way of Zen first (until you get a basicj understaning of it, then the real kicker is the other book. Please be advised that this is not intended to produce a nialistic perspective on life, rather to show you that you matter because you are here and that you are already free from depression and axiety, it is theses wants of all the western world that creates this disruption of harmony between the mind and body. It is worth trying, trust me i speak from experience. You are a beautiful worthy person, treat yourself that way with out the superficial, narcissistic ideologies of our western socialization. Best.
I hope you get over this
I am so scared of people and socializing and I hate small talk. I am very shy and I never know what to do or who to talk to because I am only 12 years old. I have no specific friends......Whenever I feel uncomfortable I try so hard to hold back tears. And my parents are forcing me to stay on my running team. I do love running, I just hate how social the sport is.
Me too. I'm so loney. My husband never spends anytime with me because I never want to leave the house. Or, it's not necessarily that I don't want to, I'd love to, I just am too scared to be around people. He is out with his friend right now. (of course i stayed home)
i'm sure you're not nearly as awkward as you think you are and that people would love to be around you if you gave them the opportunity :)
I can totally identify with what you just said. Eventhough, I'm always making an effort on trying to be a bit more friendly, trying to open up to new people, but is soooooo hard, specially when being this way, is kind of like your second nature. What can you do?, at times I can't even avoid it, is just part me and I've learn not be ashamed of it... Just try to live with it and make the best out of any situation.
so true, its easier online, not the constant pressure to keep the conversation going, you get to rethink what you wrote and delete it if you change your mind before you send it, no going back in real time, one on one, hope you find some solace
Couldn't agree more.
I cry everynight I go to sleep....school is so lonely.....I'm so lonely :(
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Yes, I can relate to everyone here. I got my realtor's license because I LOVE real estate but it's such a public job & fear that I won't be able to do it. I feel like I've given up before I've started. And it was such a struggle to get this far. But I've had alot of bad experiences with people. Even in the real estate course, there was this one guy, that was belittling me the whole time that I had to change groups with him, and even the teachers could tell that he was a jerk to me.....that part still bothers me that someone could just get to me like that.....my anxiety is so bad that it reves me up so much I can't sleep etc.....Anyways, I can relate to everyone here.....
When I was a kid I talked to anybody and everybody and as a grew up I would go out in public all the time.... but as the years went on... I have come to the point where I dont like social interaction. I usually only leave the house to go to my counselor, or go to my doctors. I dont like interacting with any people in public. the counselor and workers at the mental health center, I am ok with most, but not all. and I am ok with my doctors. but not always ok with the workers in the offices. some of them, I cant get along with. I have schizoaffective disorder and lots of sub disorders. Lots of anxiety seems to come from nowhere most of the time. You are not alone! I love being by myself. it keeps me from facing something referred to as reality because it bites
I too. I admit to others already I feel uncomfortable
i feel like iam at home here...now imagine my situation i ahve a twin brother who is like 2 time more popular than me.hes got loads of friends.even nw hes out enjoying and ima home wondering how will i ever talk normally to people.i cant even make proper eye contact withoutacting like a shithead.
When i was a child I couldnt talk to anyone, i wanted to real bad but i just didnt know how. Now i can talk to people regularly but i have to convince myself that they arent going to hate me or think that what I have to say is stupid or that im disgusting. So instead of the pep talk I prefer to stay at home alone, but, i know its better for me to go out and talk to people.
When i was a child I couldnt talk to anyone, i wanted to real bad but i just didnt know how. Now i can talk to people regularly but i have to convince myself that they arent going to hate me or think that what I have to say is stupid or that im disgusting. So instead of the pep talk I prefer to stay at home alone, but, i know its better for me to go out and talk to people.
I go to work and come home. I spend the majority of my time alone in my room. My husband sleeps in a different part of the house...I rarely see him. My daughter lives with me with her boyfriend and three kids....I love the kids..its my only joy. I have no friends to socialize with...I feel ugly and boring so I do my best to avoid people.
At least you have a job, I have an associate's degree, working on my bachelor's.. but I'm too scared to go out and interview for any jobs.. In fact, just the thought of having my first job interview terrorizes me.. and the thought of having to work with or be around other people all day.... I feel as if my education is worthless, and I'm just wasting my time and money going to school.. And to top it off I'm also terrified of driving because I get lost everywhere I go and start having panic attacks... My husband is like my personal chauffer.. I feel so useless sometimes...
thats like me having no friends at school always alone all me life i hate it :|
I am not sure I have "social anxiety". I know I have anxiety being social.

I just hate it. I would rather not go out at all. I function well in public and I am not fearful of what others think of me. But I just rather stay in than go out. Very Very much so.

And the only reason it is such a problem is because so many of the people around me (in 3D and on the net) are not like this. Which makes me think I am not normal .. and need "help". But really, I am Happy to be this way. If only more of the others were like me, I would not feel so abnormal.
I am not sure I have "social anxiety". I know I have anxiety being social.

I just hate it. I would rather not go out at all. I function well in public and I am not fearful of what others think of me. But I just rather stay in than go out. Very Very much so.

And the only reason it is such a problem is because so many of the people around me (in 3D and on the net) are not like this. Which makes me think I am not normal .. and need "help". But really, I am Happy to be this way. If only more of the others were like me, I would not feel so abnormal.
Hey this is just how i feel. I have friends or i know people from school or work but i wanna talk to
Them and i just cant. So they go away from me and ignore me. I try to be friendly but looks like is disgusting for them. I try to create topics to talk but they just follow abit and then leave. I feel like they dont wanna talk to me. They talk to everybody but me. Its sad
i know how you feel. Sometimes people start talking to me and I find myself not knowing what to say and they eventually stop talking to me and avoid me. Its very painful and lonely. Maybe they can see how much effort it is to talk or something.
I also struggle with social anxiety. With counselling and medication I have gotten a lot better. I am on the highest dose of Paxil (used for social anxiety) there is and I still freak out. My mom has told me that I have been this way even as a baby and a young child. I would be that brat screaming at the top of her lungs in the shopping cart, and then calms down when we are outside in the car and away from all the people. I used to worry about people judging me, and making fun of me, and still do. Public transportation was next to impossible. I forced myself to go out even if it was just for counselling. A change of environment is good too. Maybe go to another neighborhood or just take a walk. I know that may seem hard. Maybe even have a conversation with the mail man, or try to meet up with a good friend in a nice soothing neutral area like a bookstore or something. It will get better, don't stress out too much about it. :)
Me too, I get this way sometimes, you feel like a freak and everyones out to judge you or get you, but you must open your eyes and see all the other people around you, we are all different in our own way. There will always be someone younger, more successful or prettier than you, but there is also many, many, many worse off. Sometimes when I am feeling this way, I look around me and laugh at all the idiots out there functioning in society, if they can do it, so can I? then I think...Why can't they make a better pill for this? haha

Hang in there, it comes and goes in phases, you will find your motivation again, and hopfully some new friends who appriciate you and understand your true feelings.
god if only we all new eachother...we called leave the house huddled together and wed all be friends for life all 1000 of us...but we are too busy hiding to find eachother
Rachel..your post has been viewed 1000x's. so many people struggle with this, including me.
this is exactly my issue. I once didnt leave the house for 3mths..I am now in counselling and taking some medication. I have to talk myself into leaving the house if even for a walk alone. I am really determined to fight this. I hope that you get through this step by step.
Hey sunny, just wanted to know what medication did the doc put you on? Was it lorazepam? Because there's something which i've been doing which is causing me more trouble than before! I've been taking lorazepam secretly, while it takes care of the anxiety, i find myself with low energy levels and dont want to be reliant on this med, the after effects of withdrawal causes MORE anxiety. I know its a stupid decision to take this kind of medication without seeing a doctor. Lol But when the anxiety is so high.. what else are you supposed to do?
always hard to find sm1 who truly understands u.trust me i knw


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Cal State San Bernardino 1, Cal State Dominguez Hills 0 — Katie Gagner scored a goal in the 50th minute to give the Coyotes a 1-0 victory over California Collegiate Athletic Association conference foe Cal State Dominguez Hills.
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Video: NBA warns Warriors' Marreese Speights for flop vs. Rockets' Dwight Howard
The NBA announced Monday that Warriors forward/center Marreese Speights has been issued a warning for flopping.
Speights' flop occurred with a little less than three minutes remaining in the fourth quarter of Golden State's 105-83 road loss to Houston on Dec. 6. Chandler Parsons threw an entry pass to Dwight Howard on the right block. Speights was alone playing one-on-one defense and he absorbed light contact to the chest as Howard turned towards the center of the paint. Speights launched his upper body and head backwards after the contact, falling to the court as Howard swept in for a left-handed lay-up.
Replays showed that Speights' reaction was inconsistent with the minor contact from Howard, who was called for an offensive foul on the play. Video of the sequence can be seen above or on NBA.com.
This type of flop was specifically called out in the NBA's official video introducing its flopping policy. In the video, Clippers guard Chris Paul was called out for trying to sell a charge in a similar manner.
"As the highlighted defensive player, No. 3 in the red uniform, defends the driving offensive player, he feels slight contact and then launches himself back to the floor," the video's narrator explained. "This reaction by the defensive player is an over-embellishment of marginal contact and is intended to draw an unearned offensive foul on his opponent."
RELATED: The 10 most ridiculous flops of the 2012-13 season
Speights becomes the 13th player warned by the league for flopping this season, joining Wizards guard John Wall, Timberwolves forwards Kevin Love and Corey Brewer, Spurs guard Patty Mills, Bucks center Zaza Pachulia, Rockets guard James Harden, Knicks guard Iman Shumpert, Clippers guard Chris Paul, Cavaliers center Anderson Varejao, Celtics forward Jared Sullinger, Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki and Bobcats guard Gerald Henderson. No warnings were handed out during the preseason. Harden and Brewer have both been fined $5,000 for incurring second violations.
Instituted before the 2012-13 season, the NBA's anti-flopping system provides one free warning to players before they are subjected to a scaling set of monetary fines.
- Violation 1: Warning
- Violation 2: $5,000 fine
- Violation 3: $10,000 fine
- Violation 4: $15,000 fine
- Violation 5: $30,000 fine
- Violation 6: Subject to discipline reasonable under the circumstances, including an increased fine and/or suspension
The NBA assigned 24 flopping violations to 19 different players on 13 different teams during the 2012-13 regular season. Five players received two infractions each, earning fines totaling $25,000, with zero players getting dinged three or more times.
During the 2013 playoffs, the NBA removed the free warning and began assessing fines. Although commissioner David Stern said that the league's current policy "isn't enough" to curb the practice, the league did not adopt any changes to the policy during the offseason.
The NBA defines flopping as "any physical act that, following review, reasonably appears to be intended to cause the game officials to call a foul on another player" with the "primary factor" in determining a flop being whether "a player's physical reaction to contact with another player is inconsistent with what would reasonably be expected given the force or direction of the contact."


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