text:
Collard Wraps
Serves 2
Minerals in dark, leafy greens: iron, calcium, potassium, and magnesium Vitamins in dark, leafy greens: vitamins K, C, E, and many of the B vitamins. They are also full of phytonutrients, including Omega-3 fats, that help our cells and our eyes with aging problems.
Using 1 large collard leaf, cut in half, so as to carefully cut away the stem. Mix your choice of veggies, including sprouts, with a little hummus, salsa, or guacamole. Fill each half and roll.
Serves 2
|Blend 1/2 cup of peeled and diced cucumber, 2 drops peppermint, few
ice cubes, 1 1/2 cups thick low-fat, vanilla, almond yogurt, and water to thin.
Serves 2
Easy guacamole: mash a large, ripe avocado (peeled & seeded), then add squeezed lemon juice and salt and pepper.
Best guacamole: 1/8 green pepper, minced; 1/8 red pepper, minced; 1-2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/8 sweet onion, minced; 2 t. chili powder; salt & pepper to taste. Add all of this to 2 mashed (seeded & peeled) av0cadoes.
Sweet Lettuce Wrap
Serves 4
2 large apples, cored and chunked
a bunch of red grapes, quartered
1/2 cup celery
1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup guacamole (or Vegennaise: soy mayonnaise)
8-16 lettuce large leaves
Serves 4
1 cucumber, diced
1 stalk celery, chopped
1/2 green pepper, diced
1 small yellow onion, minced
1 clove garlic, crushed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon raw agave
1 teaspoon tarragon
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
pinch of ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste
Serves 4
Taco Shell
4 yellow bell peppers
cups corn, fresh or frozen 1
cup flax seed, ground 2
carrots, shredded (fresh, organic) 1/4
cup yellow onion, chopped 2
tablespoons lime juice 1/2
teaspoon salt water
2 cups corn, fresh or frozen
1 cup flax seed, ground
2 carrots, shredded (fresh, organic)
1/4 cup yellow onion, chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
ingredients in a food processor with an S blade. Add water if needed to
mixture. Mixture should be loose like a tomato sauce. Spread thin over a
dehydrator sheet, shaped into circles (about 1/3 cup of mix per circle),
making 4 large circles. Heat at 110 degrees for 4 hours. Circles should
peel off. Flip
and place them over a bowl (to shape) on dehydrator screens for an
additional 1-2 hours.
1/2 cup sunflower seeds, hulled
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
2 tomatoes, chopped
4 cups lettuce, shredded
1 small yellow onion, chopped
cilantro leaves
Process walnuts, seeds, lemon juice, and garlic salt. Place in the base of your taco shells. Add remaining ingredients.
Lettuce Roll-Ups
This is a quick and great way to have a sandwich without the carbs, calories and Omega-6's of bread. Omega-3 can be found in wild, leafy greens. Too many grain products throws our omega's out of balance.
2 c. vegetables of choice, chopped (like celery, pepper, onion, radish, cucumber, broccoli, carrot)
4 large lettuce leaves
2 T. hummus, guacamole, or salad dressing of choice
Mix vegetables (except lettuce leaves) in salad dressing; spread onto lettuce leaves. Roll. Serves 2
No Bread
Creamy Green Salad Dressing
Green Goddess Dressing
1 avocado, peeled and seeded
1/2 lemon, juiced (2 tablespoons)
1 teaspoon tamari
1 tablespoon raw agave
2-6 tablespoons almond milk
all ingredients in a blender or food processor to reach desired
consistency. Add more liquid, if needed. Increase or decrease
sweetness according to taste. Use as a spread or salad dressing. Makes about 1 1/2
1 cup almonds, ground
1 1/2 cups walnuts, ground
1 1/2 cups flax seed, ground
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons virgin olive oil, cold pressed
Mix dry ingredients and place in food processor with an S blade. While processing, pour in water and oil until it forms a dough. Remove and place between two sheets of waxed paper to flatten. Shape into a round and place on a dehydrator sheet.
1/2 cup almonds, ground
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
Serves 4-6
2 medium tomatoes, seeded, chopped
1 tablespoon green olives, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon raw agave
1/4 teaspoon dry oregano, basil, and salt, each
dash of pepper
Choose your favorite toppings, such as mushrooms, onions, spinach, peppers, tomatoes, black olives, pineapple, artichoke, or cabbage. Place over cheeze. Put the pizza onto a dehydrator sheet and heat at 110 degrees for 3 hours. Remove and top with sprouts.
The video shows a different version of the raw pizza.
Serves 4
1 cup cucumber, chopped
1/2 cup raw cashews
1/2 large avocado
2 tablespoons onions, chopped
3 cups almond milk
salt & pepper to taste
Blend all ingredients until creamy.
Seeds and Greens
Serves 2
Simple Salad Dressing
Serves 2
2 tablespoons organic, cold-pressed, extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
a few drops tamari
4 Roma tomatoes
2 cups corn, fresh or frozen
1 cup golden flax seed, ground
2 carrots, shredded (fresh, organic)
1/4 cup yellow onion, chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
Serves 4
Blend: 1 cup pine nuts, soaked 2 hours
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
Spread cheese over dehydrated tortillas. Top with lettuce and chopped vegetables of your choice. Roll and slice into pinwheels.
Caesar Salad
(Use Romaine lettuce.)
Recipe makes 3/4 cup. Serving size is 2 tablespoons. Serves 6
Caesar Dressing
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
1/4 cup Better than Sour Cream (Tofutti)
1/4 cup parmesan flavored vegetable grated topping
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1 small garlic clove, minced
In a blender, combine lemon juice, Better than Sour Cream, grated topping, onion salt, and garlic. Blend until very smooth. Refrigerate extra in a tightly sealed container.
1 medium apple, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup walnuts, broken
dash of cinnamon
2/3 cup Green Goddess Dressing (raw)
Mix all ingredients. Serve in a desert bowl or on a leaf of lettuce on a plate. Serves 2.
Use the raw hummus recipe in the video for the hummus spread.
4 Roma tomatoes
2 cups corn, fresh or frozen
1 cup golden flax seed, ground
2 carrots, shredded (fresh, organic)
1/4 cup yellow onion, chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 pound of green beans
8-oz. button mushrooms, sliced
4 leaves of Romaine lettuce
8 raw tortillas
raw hummus
Tortilla: Combine all ingredients in a food processor with an S blade. Add water if needed to loosen mixture. Mixture should be loose like a tomato sauce. Spread over a dehydrator sheet, shaped into circles. Heat at 110 degrees for 4 hours. Circles should peel off. Flip and place on dehydrator screens for an additional 1-2 hours.
Filling: Marinate mushrooms for 30 minutes in your favorite Italian dressing (or, 3 parts oil to 1 part vinegar) plus tamari. Spread hummus over dehydrated tortillas. Top with lettuce, mushrooms and beans and roll.
Carrot Slaw
Serves 8
1 cup pineapple, finely chopped
2/3 cup raisins
1/2-2/3 cup mayo* (Vegennaise--not raw)
Mix all ingredients. Chill for 2 hours before serving.
*Raw mayo: 1 avocado, mashed; 2 t. lemon juice; 1 T. raw agave; 1 t. vinegar; 1 t. tamari. Mix.
Greek Salad
Serves 2
The dressing can be as simple as 3 parts extra virgin, cold pressed, organic olive oil to 1 part apple cider vinegar, and salt & pepper. For a sweeter dressing, see the video below.
tomatoes, lettuce, spinach, artichoke, olives, cucumbers, hulled sunflower seeds, onions, garlic, radishes, broccoli, cauliflower, chick peas, zucchini, peppers, or any other vegetable you might like to include.
Cucumber Wrap
Serves 2
1 cucumber
4 radishes
Peel cucumbers and slice in half, lengthwise. Scrape out center seeds. Chop radishes and the whites of the onions and fill cucumbers. Garnish by drizzling your favorite dressing over radishes or by topping with guacamole.
Easy Guacamole: Peel and mash ripe avocado with a fork. Add squeezed lemon juice and salt to taste.
Simple Salad Dressing: Mix 3 parts olive oil to 1
part cider vinegar. Add salt and pepper to taste.
1 tomato per person
Stuffing can be anything you choose: corn, beans, torn spinach, rice, sprouts, onions, peppers, celery, avocado, mushrooms, lentils, carrots, squash.
Cut off the top of each tomato and scoop out the center. Fill the tomato.
To keep it raw: choose chopped raw veggies and mix with guacamole and stuff.
1/2 cup tamari (wheat-free soy sauce)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, cold pressed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3/4 cup walnuts, ground
3/4 cup flaxseed (golden), ground
1 tablespoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Separate onion rings and soak in a mixture of the tamari, olive oil, and lemon juice for 15 minutes. Mix dry ingredients, except salt. Remove onion rings from soaking and coat by dragging them through the dry ingredients. Place on a dehydrator sheet. Sprinkle with salt. Dry at 110 degrees for 8 hours or until crispy.
Ranch Dressing
Makes 3/4 cup. Serving Size 2 tables. Servings 6
1/3 cup vanilla soy yogurt (not raw)
1/3 cup better than sour cream
(Tofutti) (not raw)
1 Tablespoon almond "milk"
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
dash of Mrs. Dash seasoning
In a medium bowl, whisk together yogurt, better than sour cream, almond "milk", and vinegar. Stir in remaining ingredients. Test taste for sweetness and saltiness. Refrigerate extra in a tightly sealed container.
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons tamari
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons Vegenaise (vegan mayonnaise)
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons raw honey or raw agave
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/8 teaspoon dry basil
dash of pepper
Whisk together all ingredients until well blended. Refrigerate extra in a tightly sealed container.
Honey Mustard
Servings 2
Basic Vegetable Marinade
(mushrooms, cauliflower, black olives, & cherry tomatoes)
for 3 cups of vegetables:
1 cup olive oil
1 cup cider vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon raw agave
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon pepper
The day before serving: Mix all ingredients. Pierce the tomatoes with a toothpick. Place vegetables to be marinated in separate bowls, then add marinade, mixing to cover all of the vegetables. Refrigerate. The next day, drain and serve.
Contact me at email@example.com
Copyright © 2013 The Perfect Diet Cookbook, LLC. All rights reserved.


text:
The raymond vertical Grinding Mill is used to grind barite, calcite, potash feldspar, talcum,marble, limestone, cream and slag below scale 7 of Moths hardness and 280-odd sorts of non-inflammable and non-explosive stuff in the traded of mining, building material, chemical engineering and metallurgy forpower generation and processing. Thefinal product size of raymond vertical grinding mill is adjustable onrequired in the range of 100-325 meshes.
Working principle
Materials first enter the Crusher to be crushed to smaller size. Then they are lift to storage room by elevator. Vibrating feeder will feed materials into raymond vertical grinding mill chamber evenly and gradually. After being grinded, the powder will be blowed to cyclone by blower. Then the material will be transferred to storage room through pipes, and then will be discharged as final products. The whole processof raymond vertical grinding mill works in a negative pressure environment. First, through pipes, the air from the blower enters the cyclone collector above the storage room along with powder, and then returns to the blower through return pipe. In the way, air can be recycled. There is a powder locking equipment under the cyclone in raymond vertical grinding mill , which isolates the outside positive air pressure and the negative air pressure inside cyclone. And this ensures high productivity. In addition, the residual air and dust under the main unit will be transferred to dust catcher equipment through pipes and be cleaned there. The clean air will be discharged so that environment will be protected.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Your Temple Board of Directors is pleased to announce that all High Holy Day tickets are free of charge. Guests of member congregants as well as non-members within the community are welcomed and invited, free of charge, to join us in prayer. To receive complimentary tickets, guests must complete our High Holy Day Ticket Request found HERE.
Schedule of Services
Please see the Temple High Holy Days Schedule for a list of dates, times, and locations of services. Join us at 5779 Celebration Continues for information about Sukkot, Simchat Torah and Shemini Atzeret.
Rosh Hashanah
The beginning of a new year is filled with mixed emotions. In looking back on the previous year we focus on our failures, missed opportunities and the precious moments that slipped by. At the same time, the High Holy days provide us with a new year full of hope and renewal.
The rituals and symbols of Rosh Hashanah wonderfully capture and express these mixed feelings. The shofars' blasts cry out for the year gone by. The shofar urges us to wake up, look inside ourselves and to recognize our habitual shortcomings. By beginning the process of introspection in the month of Elul we can recite the prayers of the High Holy Days with a sense of seriousness and urgency.
But Rosh Hashanah is more than just somber prayers in a minor key. Gathered as families around the dining room table, we dip challah and apples into honey. The sweet honey reminds us of the many pleasures we experienced in the course of the previous year. By reciting special blessings we ask God to grant us a new year of health and happiness.
Yom Kippur
Yom Kippur lacks the shofar and the festival meal of Rosh Hashanah, but its rituals are no less powerful, its symbols no less evocative.
During the course of the day's extended prayers, one symbol is repeated over and over again. As we recite the vidui (confessional), it is customary to stand slightly bowed and to lightly beat our hearts with our fisted right hand. Bent over under the weight of burdens and pain, we express our humility. Admitting that our hearts turned astray, we beat our chest to express the pain we caused ourselves and others. When done for the first time, the customs of beating our chests may feel awkward and embarrassing. But it helps us better enter the words of our prayers and the mood of the day.


text:
IIM Calcutta Students Placed In 3 Days
Friday, March 3, 2017, 10:12 AM
Students of Post Graduate Diploma in Management of IIM Calcutta, were placed in a record three days with highest international package amounting to 90,000 euros (Rs 63 lakh per annum). The 100% placement was completed for the batch in a record three days. The highest domestic package was Rs 70 lakh per annum. The maximum number of offers was made by the finance sector.Read More


text:
2006 Mid-Year Architecture Podcast Award
The Metrozoe award for best series of architecture and design podcasts goes to Ted Wells Living Simple. Architecture critic Ted Wells has put together intelligent and well thought essays on a range of subjects from what makes someone a client of modern architects to how Fallingwater has become the top rated house of all time. Another bonus is that these podcasts are short - usually ending before 10 minutes are up. That makes them perfect to listen to on your ride in to the city on BART or SEPTA.


text:
Overview – The Saba Real Estate Market
Ever since a group of shipwrecked Englishmen landed on the shores of Saba, the tiny island has had an association with sailors. Subsequently settled by the Dutch, the red roofed cottages with white gingerbread trim and green shutters that are traditional to Saba have been home to pirates and ship's captains. Today there are under 2,000 residents who enjoy a laid back, quiet lifestyle surrounded by the magical natural beauty of the "Unspoiled Queen of the Caribbean." Traditional Saban cottages are built into the island's hills, offering magnificent views of the 887m peak of Mount Scenery, the island's woodland, dramatic cliffs and the deep blue sea. A home on Saba is also the ideal base for exploring the reefs that lie off the coast. Home to about 150 species of fish, healthy coral, turtles and lobster, Saba is an exceptional diving destination.
Besides its fascinating history and colourful landscape, Saba offers much more to those considering investing in real estate. Saba benefits from the stabilty that comes with being a special municipality of the Netherlands. Like fellow Dutch Caribbean islands Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao and St Maarten Dutch is the official language, but English is the main language. A bonus for North American buyers, the US Dollar is the official currency. With a population of under 2,000, Saba is also safe and friendly with no crime.
Property for sale in Saba ranges from parcel of land for sale with stunning sea views to cottages with private pools tucked away in the hills in areas such as Windwardside, Zion's Hill and Hell's Gate.
Search Saba Real Estate Listings
As specialists in luxury Caribbean property, we can introduce you to a wide selection of the finest residential property in Saba including homes for sale and condos for sale, land for sale to build your dream home, as well as commercial real estate such as hotels for sale in Saba .
Discover the most sought after real estate investment opportunities and benefit from unrivaled insight into the market.
To find your perfect property in Saba, search Saba real estate listings.
Windwardside & Hell's Gate
The quaint village of Windwardside (together with the suburb of Booby Hill) and Hell's Gate are the most popular locations for investing in Saba real estate. There are a number of red roofed cottages for sale built in a traditional Saban style from native volcanic rock. With a selection of restaurants, bars and shops real estate for sale in Windwardside and Hell's Gate offers privacy and seclusion as well as access to conveniences when needed.
Buying Property in Saba
There are no restrictions on foreign buyers purchasing real estate on Saba and, unlike other Caribbean islands, an Alien Landholding License is not required.
The closing process can take up to 8 weeks. All legal formalities are issued and finalised by the Civil Law Notary office.
Buyers are required to pay closing costs / Transfer Tax amounting to approximately 6%.
There is no real estate tax on your primary residence and no profit tax on real estate sales on Saba.
If you wish to live in Saba permanently, you can apply for a residence permit.
Mortgages in Saba
Looking for financing to fund the purchase of property in the Caribbean?
Contrary to popular misconception, it is possible for foreign nationals looking to invest in Saba real estate to apply for a mortgage.
Our partner – a very well respected international financial organization – offers mortgages for qualifying non-residents buying, building or improving a second home in Saba.
For more information, see our page on: Caribbean mortgages.
Saba – Land for Sale
Purchasing a lot of land provides you with a blank canvas and the opportunity to build your dream home in Saba.
Whether you are looking for beachfront land or a centrally located lot, we're here to help you find the perfect lot of land for sale in Saba.
For larger parcels of land for commercial development, please see commercial real estate listings.
Saving on Your Purchase
You could save money when investing in Saba real estate by using a foreign exchange expert to get the best rate for your property purchase. We have partnered with Halo Financial, a specialist in foreign exchange, to help you get the best exchange rates when making one-off or regular international payments for a property purchase in Saba. To see how you could save money, read more: Foreign Exchange.
Getting There
Saba's Juancho E. Yrausquin Airport is reputed to be home to the shortest commercial runway in the world.
From Europe or North America, fly to St Maarten and then take a connecting flight with Winair on to beautiful Saba.
St Maarten to Saba: 0 hours 12 mins


text:
-Weekend-Whaddup-Volleyball, Magic, Music, Rockets, Kinetic Theory – Don't be bored out there!
Where did Summer go (if your kid goes to an LAUSD school) it ended last week!
But don't let that ruin your fun. I plan to keep mine going until the days are no longer in the triple digits and rain begins to fall. It may be awhile.
Go do something Summery. For instance, the AVP Beach Volleyball event happening down in Manhattan Beach. A great place to put your toes in the sand even if there wasn't a supercool volleyball competition/festival happening. And since there is, well…
The Manhattan Beach Open
the Whaddup:
The 55th Manhattan Beach Open marks the longest running, continuous tournament in the sport of beach volleyball. The AVP returns to the mecca of beach volleyball as the most talented men and women in the sport battle it out to have their names enshrined on the well regarded Manhattan Beach Pier. The event will feature the Manhattan Beach Open Walk of Fame Pier Ceremony, 12+ ancillary courts, the Manhattan Beach Open Legends match, interactive games, athlete signings and more.
Please click here for a complete guide to the 2014 Manhattan Beach Open
Getty Garden Concerts: Alastair Moock
when: Aug 16 – Aug 17 at 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
where: The Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Dr., Los Angeles, Ca
cost: Free
ages: 2-8
the Whaddup:
Alastair Moock has been called "Tom Waits for your tot" by his hometown Boston Globe, and that's one reason we think you'll love hearing songs from Moock's newest album, Singing Our Way Through: Songs for the World's Bravest Kids.
This free outdoor music series for kids and their families takes place in the Getty Center's Central Garden and features some of the best children's musical artists from across the nation!
more info:
Catch Rocket Fever
when: Aug 16 at 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
where: Columbia Memorial Space Center, 12400 Columbia Way, Downey, Ca
cost: $5
ages: All Ages
the Whaddup:
Rocket Fever is spreading at the Columbia Memorial Space Center and you whole family can get in on the action. A day full of rockets where you can learn how they work, what they're used for, how to make your own, and even get a chance to launch one. There will be activities for all ages for kids, and adults, too. There will be an additional fee for the rocket building class.
more info:
AbraKIDabra Magic
when: Aug 16 at 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
where: Westside, Hotel Casa del Mar, 1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, Ca
cost: $40 for 1 child & 1 adult
ages: 5-9
the Whaddup:
Spend time with a modern prestidigitator, Derek Hughes, for a magical kid-centric matinée. It starts with illusions that will impress the young and young at heart. Then kids get magic trick instruction to ignite their own careers in sorcery. And every kiddo will take a magic trick home with them along with the power to amaze their friends and family. After the show, refreshments of lemonade, strawberry smoothies, cookies, and fruit will be provided as guests can meet and greet with the magician.
*Note: Your wee ones (kids) must be accompanied by an adult
more info: visit website
Robots by Sea?
when: Aug 16 at 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
where: Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Dr., San Pedro, Ca
cost: Free
ages: All Ages
the Whaddup:
Robots take over the Aquarium at the annual Robotics Day! Watch demonstrations from local high school robotics clubs and learn about land and underwater ROVs (Remotely Operated Vehicles). Kids even get the chance to drive an underwater ROV through an obstacle course and discover how scientists use ROVs to explore the ocean.
more info:
Get Squishy With It: Mud Mania
when: Aug 17 at 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
where: Rancho Los Cerritos Historic Site, 4600 Virginia Rd., Long Beach, Ca
cost: $5-$7
ages: All Ages
the Whaddup:
What does every child love? Making a mess! And this is the place to do it with impunity. Kids (and grownups) can squish a little history between their toes at this delightfully muddy festival where you're not supposed to stay clean. Mud-tastic activities include adobe brick-making, mud relay races, clay sculpting, archaeology adventures and more. De-mudding station available; bring old shoes (required), a change of clothes and a towel.
Kids 3 and under are free.
more info:
The Family Amphitheater Performances
"Kinetic Theory" @ Skirball
Saturday, August 16
Where: Skirball Cultural Center
Make the Skirball your family's go-to destination all summer long! The Family Amphitheater Performances 2014 season features weekend fun for the whole family. Sing along with performers, dance to music from around the world, watch circus arts and acrobatics, meet exotic animals, and much more. Saturdays and Sundays, June 21–August 31,
12:00 and 2:00 p.m.
Cost: Included with Museum admission:; $10 General; $7 Seniors, Full-Time Students, and Children over 12; $5 Children 2–12; FREE to Skirball Members and Children under 2


text:
'Closure'; a much abused and overused word in these days of celebrity mag confessionals and all-too-public grief. Even so, if the cap fits, I guess even an old curmudgeon like me has to wear it and closure was what my Dad's funeral was supposed to bring me yesterday. I'm not sure when this was supposed to happen or whether I was supposed to hear a thunderous cosmic slam as the portals of my Dad's life closed for a final time, but whatever the case it didn't happen.
I'm able to believe that for those more peripherally involved, yesterday was a perfect opportunity to say goodbye to an old friend and I'm happy for that to be the case. For myself, though, I am still faced with a house full of memories and photos and junk that will have to be cleared once Christmas and New Year are over and done with. Whether or not I am able to put it all behind me once that is done remains to be seen. Maybe my closure will come when I have cleared the house and walk away from it for the last time. Or not, as the case may be.
Saying goodbye to my Dad is proving to be an elastic process. In most respects, I was saying goodbye when I last visited him in hospital on December 1st, just an hour or so before he died, and although the subsequent shenanigans with the Coroner's Office, the post-mortem and the ensuing tests on tissue samples were irritating, they caused me stress mainly because I was starting to think that I wouldn't be able to get my Dad buried before Christmas rather than due to any squeamishness about them carving lumps from his internal organs to try to ascertain what actually killed him in the end.
I wrote here last time about him dying of old age; his body just giving up on him after 87 years of reasonably faithful service. Unsurprisingly, the post-mortem tests revealed a plethora of ailments that could have or did kill him – hypertensive heart disease, ischaemic colitis and so on, but by sheer chance, when I returned to the hospital where Dad died to collect his belongings, I ran into the very Doctor who had refused to sign off on cause of death, triggering the whole post-mortem farrago. He had the good grace to shake my hand and express his sympathies, so I quickly reconsidered my initial instinct which was to offer him a sarcastic 'thank you' for all the ludicrous delays I was now contending with. I asked him if he knew of the post-mortem test results and he didn't, so I told him.
When I mentioned the colitis, he nodded his head rapidly and expressed the view that this was what had probably killed Dad. Ischaemic colitis is a condition that arises when the heart is not getting enough blood to the bowel and the whole colon essentially starts to disintegrate. This, he said, would also explain the chronic diarrhoea that plagued my Dad for the last 4 months of his life.
Well, gee Doc, glad that your curiosity has been satisfied and don't worry about holding the whole process up for a week. Oh well….
In the end, because of all the delays, there was something of an unseemly scramble to get my Dad buried before everyone disappeared into a blizzard of tinsel & turkey. After problems with the medics and the bureaucrats, it was time for problems with the parish priest. This elderly gentleman is almost a stereotype of the old-school, high church, aloof and slightly batty Church of England vicar. Local rumours of 'problems with the Diocese' seem to indicate that he has been banished to this remote corner of Northamptonshire just to keep him out of the way. Whether that's the case or not, he presides over churches in two adjacent villages and nothing happens in those churches without his say-so. In any case, my Dad had been on the Church Committee with Father W. (he's very 'high church' and likes to be called 'Father') and wouldn't have wanted anyone else to conduct his funeral.
I have a bit of 'previous' with Father W. He conducted my Mother's funeral some 7 years ago and outraged me (though not my Dad) by treating it as an opportunity to deliver an extended commercial for the Church of England. That day, his opening remark was 'We are gathered here today to celebrate the life of Jesus Christ' – guaranteed to raise my hackles – and it sort of meandered downhill from there. I was torn between grief and anger and though I had 'kept things together' up until that point, I just broke down in floods of angry tears in the churchyard as my Mum's coffin was lowered into the ground. Of course, I understood even through my anger that Father W's problem was that he didn't know my Mother at all. My parents had been commuters who worked in a neighbouring town and only spent weekends in the village. What's more, they were off caravanning as soon as holiday time came around – and even more so once they retired. More significantly still, they were not churchgoers, so Father W. was always going to struggle to say anything of consequence about my Mum or her life. Even so, all the dreary cant and endless invocations of various parts of the Holy Trinity just left me suffused with a cold rage and the whole thing just felt impersonal in the extreme.
Anyway, once my Mum died, Dad became much more involved with village life and especially with the Church. His time serving on the Committee meant that he'd got to know Father W. pretty well, so I was more optimistic that we might get some personal reflections in amongst the usual ecclesiastical waffle.
However in order for any kind of service to take place, the funeral directors had to get hold of Father W. and this was easier said than done. This is a man who is renowned for not answering his phone unless he's so inclined, doesn't have an answerphone and doesn't use a mobile. It took the funeral directors nearly 36 hours to track him down, but I have to say that when I finally did get to discuss the details of the service with him, he was sweetness and light personified. Couldn't have been more helpful and clearly had a warm regard for my Dad, so I approached the day of the funeral with a little less trepidation than had originally been the case.
My Dad organised my Mum's funeral, so I've never been so intimately involved in the process before. I spent the night beforehand alone at my Dad's bungalow, partly to get a head start on any urgent administrative issues that I would need to deal with before Christmas and partly to be on hand in case anyone rang about the funeral. During Dad's final illness, I spent quite a lot of time on my own in the house and I have to say I found it a very spooky experience. Not spooky as in ghosts, just uncomfortable and too solitary for the way I was feeling. It's never been a house for which I had any particular fondness – I didn't grow up there and was living in Copenhagen when my parents moved to the village in 1976. The house is an anodyne 1970's bungalow with small rooms, thin walls and woeful decor that my folks somehow never got around to changing. This was a sign of their use of it more or less as a 'pied-à-terre' – somewhere they could just dump the accumulated detritus of their lives whilst they got on with work or with holidaying, and it really remained that way until my Mum died in 2004.
By that point, Dad was too old to make any major changes, though as part of his 'moving on' process, he did at least have the hopelessly dilapidated kitchen replaced with one of the usual identikit modern versions. However, for him, the kitchen was the room in which he felt least comfortable. That had been my Mother's domain and until she died, I would doubt if he cooked more than a handful of meals for himself in nearly 40 years – no wonder he came to rely so completely on microwaveable 'ready meals' from the supermarket.
The part of the house in which my Dad felt most comfortable after Mum died wasn't actually in the house at all, but was the garden. Except in the dead of winter, Dad would spend hours out there every day and he loved it dearly. I arrived in fading daylight and looked out on to a bleak and chilly landscape in which some of his gardening tools still lay out on the patio where he had left them. The bird table and its associated feeders looked empty and forlorn – the garden itself seemed to be in mourning. A pot on the patio had been blown over by the wind and a random impulse sent me out into the fading winter light to set it upright again. As I did so, the phone began ringing in the house and before I could get to it, the answerphone kicked in. I stood, transfixed, as my Dad's familiar baritone voice echoed along the empty hallway; a proverbial 'shivers up the spine' moment for me. One of my first tasks that evening was to re-record the outgoing message – I just didn't want to hear that (literally) disembodied voice again.
Overnight storms matched my mood as winds buffeted the house throughout the night. However, the morning of the funeral dawned cloudless and calm with a watery sun struggling to offer some warmth in the December chill.
The Partner & the Princess were travelling down from Birmingham and other friends were coming from even further afield. Two of my closest friends flew down to Luton from Glasgow and were the first to arrive. Soon the house began to fill up with friends and I was kept busy making cups of tea and coffee and climbing into a suit and tie – never my attire of choice, but there was never any other option here.
Soon enough it was time to take the short stroll down to the village church. It's a stocky building with a square tower, built from the honey-coloured local stone and can be seen from pretty much anywhere in the village. Various people were milling about outside including – extraordinarily – my half-Danish ex-girlfriend with whom I'd been living in Copenhagen when Mum and Dad first moved into their bungalow. I hadn't seen her for well over ten years and although she had mailed me to say that she was coming, it was still slightly astonishing to see her chatting to the Princess as though they'd known one another for years.
There was a surprisingly large 'walk-up' attendance from the village – people who my Dad had known from Church and other social events. I predicted an attendance of about 30 and it was instead nearly 50. Father W. was dressed for the weather in a voluminous black cape and biretta. We shook hands as we waited outside for the coffin to be brought into the church, then followed it in.
As the first hymn ended, I was wondering what kind of show we were going to get from Father W. and to begin with the portents were not good. In the most reasonable and mellifluous of sing-song tones, he worked his way through what seemed like a series of interconnected prayers and homilies that appeared to make some sense to him, though I soon tuned out and waited patiently for him to finish.
In the end, I decided that his approach was akin to the improvisations of a jazz musician; someone like John Coltrane would carry round in his head a repertoire of stock riffs and phrases that he would mix up and weave together into apparently seamless solos and it occurred to me that Father W. was essentially doing the same thing. Here he was with his soft, gentle voice and his cut-glass accent, spinning together random sections of comforting doggerel into what he obviously hoped would be a message of faith and hope and salvation via Mother Church.
Eventually, he finished and gave an offhand introduction to ' a member of the family.' The Partner got up to read the Eulogy that I had written to deliver myself until I was persuaded otherwise by a number of people. They were right because I'm fairly sure that I would have been unable to get through it without breaking down. The Partner did a magnificent job, telling the story of a few select episodes from my Dad's life; there was a little sadness, a little humour and a lot of pride for a life well lived.
The Partner sat down – no applause; it's too traditional a church for that – and we waited. Father W. had retreated to a seat near the choir-stalls and though we couldn't see his face, there was the unmistakable feeling around the church that the old bugger had dropped off. The Princess wasn't about to wait, so she got up and launched into a Victor Hugo poem, which is essentially an extended metaphor about watching a ship recede from the shoreline towards the horizon, before finally making the point that on another shoreline, someone else is watching it arrive. Simple, but effective and she read it very clearly in a strong enough voice to guarantee that Father W. would be woken from his nap.
As indeed he was. Thankfully, at this point, he launched into some warm and seemingly heartfelt comments about my Dad that seemed to reflect the person we had all known. After that, it was more holy-rolling extemporisation from him, a New Testament reading that passed me by completely and a second hymn, then the organist struck up 'Nimrod' from Elgar's 'Enigma Variations', which was the music to which my parents left the church at their wedding back in 1948 and to which my Dad left it now.
Quite a few of the village folks left at this point, but there were still about 30 at the graveside for the interment. This is the point at which I lost it at my Mum's funeral and pretty much the same thing happened here. What I realised is that I am fine until I see someone else breaking up and then I can't hold back the tears. This time it didn't happen until the coffin was in the grave and people were scattering dried rose petals on top of the coffin. My friend Jenifer came walking towards me and I could see her face crumpling into tears as she got to me. Before we knew it, we were hanging on to each other for dear life and the tears were flowing.
Holcot Church – journey's end for both of my parents.
Afterwards, everyone convened at 'The George', an old coaching inn in the nearby village of Brixworth – well, I say 'everyone', but Father W. never showed and there were hardly any of the villagers there either. They'd been at the church for my Dad but really had no interest in the incoming mob from 'furren parts' , so didn't show up at the pub, which is actually fair enough as far as I'm concerned. The rest of us – Birmingham friends, Glasgow friends, the partner's relatives, my old school friend John who now lives in Shropshire and my ex-flame from Copenhagen – made the best of things on a freezing day and as is often the case, the mood was cheery – and the home-made Leek & Potato Soup was terrific.
As for closure….we went back to the house after the 'reception' and Jenifer remarked on how full of memories and photos and a lifetime of accumulated 'stuff' the house is. My Dad's presence fairly screams from the walls.
So, no closure yet and not for a good while I suspect. For now, because I face an immense task in sorting and clearing the house and dealing with Dad's affairs, I decided that in order to have any kind of Christmas at all, the best thing to do was simply to shut everything non-essential down and lock up the house until the New Year. As I've said here previously, my feeling is that there will be precious little of the accumulated stuff of my parents' lives that I will take away with me, but who knows what I will find once I start delving? I plan to clear the house over an extended period – for one thing I haven't yet decided whether to sell or rent it – and I want to do it in a considered fashion, rather than treat it as an exercise in clearance on an industrial scale.
When I finally walk away, that will be all that I take into the future for the benefit of any grandchildren I may yet have and for their descendants. At that point, there just might be some closure, but I suspect that there will be none until then.


text:
The Conroe Independent School District is promoting a culture of reading by calling to action all adults within the Conroe ISD community to devote at least 30 minutes a day to reading aloud to children. (photo gallery)
Category: Softball
BUFFALO – Oak Ridge was all business Friday night.
Scoring runs in six of seven innings, the Lady War Eagles steadily dismantled the Mesquite Horn Lady Jaguars 11-0 to complete the two-game sweep in the Region II-6A bi-district playoff series. click here for complete story and photos
Show off your skills and see how many "bombs" you can hit under the lights at Highlander Field
When: Monday, November 28th
Time: Registration begins at 5:30 Contest – 6:00 – 8:00
Cost: $10 or an unwrapped toy
What: Home Run Derby – Show off your skills and see how many "bombs" you can hit under the lights at Highlander Field
Signup for the Woodlands HS softball team home run derby competition called "Bomb Fest". All of the proceeds go towards buying presents for the CASA Jingle Bell Christmas party that the Highlander softball players volunteer at every year. CASA stands for 'Court Appointed Special Advocates'. This group helps children who are involved with CPS and foster care in Montgomery County.
Round 1:
- 12 "swings" per turn. 10 contestants with the most "bombs" in their turn advance.
- Can purchase unlimited turns until 7:00 (may purchase 1 additional turn after 7:00)
Round 2:
- 3 contestants with the most "bombs" after 12 swings (1 turn) advance
Round 3:
- Contestants will have 6 "outs" to hit as many "bombs" as possible.
- Person with the most "bombs" is the winner
*There will be different distance divisions for men/women
For more information contact: Coach Borths : email@example.com
Things simply didn't go Oak Ridge's way Friday night in the UIL Region II-6A area round. After picking up two quick outs in the bottom of the second inning, Austin Bowie scored 10 runs, all but ending the game in one half-inning. click here for complete story
The John Cooper School softball team finished sixth last week at the Southwest Preparatory Conference tournament. The Dragons beat Fort Worth All Saints 13-8 in their opener, then fell 4-0 to St. John's and 10-9 to Trinity Valley in the fifth-place game. click here for complete story


text:
It's o.k. to be sad, even very, very sad. Sadness, like anger, is a very fine emotion. But, like anger, not all of us are comfortable feeling it or being in the immediate vicinity of someone expressing it. Sadness can be a tough emotion to feel and to express, and it can be even tougher for us to be around when someone else is in its depths. We often aren't comfortable with our own sadness, and we can find the sadness of others even more challenging. We don't know what to do with it. We don't have the skills. So, we want to make it stop. We don't like seeing people hurt, and we don't like feeling like we don't know what to do. We are a culture of doing and fixing. We don't want to just be with an emotion that makes us uncomfortable.
Sadness is the energetic expression of our internal experience of loss, hurt, or disappointment Our job is to allow an honest and complete expression of that emotion in others and ourselves. Because, emotions are our friends and fostering their full expression supports satisfying and fulfilling relationships.
Allow yourself to feel whatever emotions come up with sadness and stick with them until the feelings pass. Don't try to stifle it or cut it short. As with any message, if we don't allow the communication to be fully expressed, the message ends up getting sent in unproductive and unhealthy ways. It's a good idea to respect our experience and not try and force ourselves to do "fun" things to cheer ourselves up prematurely. (However, it is a good idea to try to support yourself by doing comforting things to ease your experience.)
Don't expect a predictable, constant trajectory of the expression of sadness. Your level of emotional intensity will ebb and flow. Don't impose a timeline upon yourself, or others, to get through the experience. "That was ages ago" or, "Aren't you over that?" are not appropriate or constructive responses. Withhold judgment: there isn't a right way. Don't dictate parameters, instead seek a complete and authentic expression.
Own your experience and respect the unique experience of others. You don't have to understand or agree to be supportive. Don't use your sadness as a weapon, or a threat. Don't shame others into "shaping up" or try to cheer them up to ease your own discomfort with their expression of sadness.We feel and express our emotions in different ways, and that's o.k., so do your best not to impose your expectations on another when it comes to their experience of being sad..


text:
During the International CES from 6th to 9th January 2011 which was held in Las Vegas, Panasonic revealed its smart and fresh technology with a prototype of the VEIRA tablet.
Said Osamu Waki, President of Panasonic Mobile Communications:
A new generation is started with this launch. VIERA tablet is signified, as the first member of a family where variety of cloud based services is available.
"…with the rapid shift to Android, we want to catch up quickly".
Promising Features of Panasonic VIERA at a glance:
- IPTV service: this feature allows user a connection between the VIERA tablet and VIERA TV and also content can be shared between them.
- It can also be used for controlling TV, Home Theater, etc
- It can be used as Universal Remote Control.
- View from different angles can be possible.
- Wi-Fi wireless Internet access is possible.
- Social networking is possible while watching TV.
- Variety of cloud services like e-commerce, e-book and video streaming etc present in it.
In the last few months there were some other big launches like Apple's IPOD, Dell's laptops, Toshiba's laptop etc, but the fresh new features of Panasonic's Tablet helps it for capturing the attention of the mass. This tablet is developed on Android 2.2 Froyo.
VIERA tablet has a small touch-screen LCD display. This tablet is available in different models and different screen size starting from 4 to 10 inches. VIERA tablet provides a good optimum graphical user interface (GUI) with an operability and visibility, which is suitable for different services.
VIERA tablet also has got some good reviews from many of the gadget geeks like Engadget.com, Electronista.com, LetsGoDigital etc.
Check this awesome gadget in action with its cloud capability:
Seeing the crowd of competitors, Panasonic will have to further carry on its research on its cloud services. Panasonic nevertheless deserves a thumbs up for bringing this new idea!
- 10 Best Online Photo Sharing Websites
- Best Video Players for Android devices in 2019
- Best Loan apps for Android
- Best Photo Editing Apps for Android
- Best Video Editor Apps for iPhone
- Best Video Editing Apps for Android
- Best Android Launchers
- Best Android Apps To Draw On Pictures
- Best Android Keyboards with Clipboard Features
- Best Poster Maker Apps for Android


text:
Tribeca = first class living in the heart of the city. Brand new, never lived in, large one bedroom condo with stunning views overlooking Ottawa. Hardwood floors, floor to ceiling windows, and private balcony. Be the first to live in this brand new condo. Million dollar view! Amenities - 4,500sqft recreation (indoor pool, kids splash pool, gym, private lounge), 7,000sqft terrace, 2 guest suites, boardroom, 4 meeting rooms, 24hr security, theater, and Sobeys on ground floor.
Listed on the MLS for $369,900 including parking.
For more information or to request a viewing, contact Matt Richling (salesperson from RE/MAX Metro City Realty Ltd.) using the form below, or by email email@example.com.


text:
From ear wax to hearing loss. Click below to find information about a wide range of hearing-related topics.
To understand earaches you must first know about the Eustachian tube, a narrow channel connecting the inside of the ear to the back of the throat, just above the soft palate. The tube allows drainage -- preventing fluid in the middle ear from building up and bursting the thin ear drum. In a healthy ear, the fluid drains down the tube, assisted by tiny hair cells, and is swallowed.
The tube maintains middle ear pressure equal to the air outside the ear, enabling free eardrum movement. Normally, the tube is collapsed most of the time in order to protect the middle ear from the many germs residing in the nose and mouth. Infection occurs when the Eustachian tube fails to do its job. When the tube becomes partially blocked, fluid accumulates in the middle ear, trapping bacteria already present, which then multiply. Additionally, as the air in the middle ear space escapes into the bloodstream, a partial vacuum is formed that absorbs more bacteria from the nose and mouth into the ear.
Why do children have more ear infections than adults?
Children have Eustachian tubes that are shorter, more horizontal, and straighter than those of adults. These factors make the journey for the bacteria quick and relatively easy. A child's tube is also floppier, with a smaller opening that easily clogs.
Inflammation of the middle ear is known as "otitis media." When infection occurs, the condition is called "acute otitis media." Acute otitis media occurs when a cold, allergy or upper respiratory infection, and the presence of bacteria or viruses lead to the accumulation of pus and mucus behind the eardrum, blocking the Eustachian tube.
When fluid forms in the middle ear, the condition is known as "otitis media with effusion," which can occur with or without infection. This fluid can remain in the ear for weeks to many months. When infected fluid persists or repeatedly returns, this is sometimes called "chronic middle ear infection." If not treated, chronic ear infections have potentially serious consequences such as temporary or permanent hearing loss.
How are recurrent acute otitis media and otitis media with effusion treated?
Some child care advocates suggest doing nothing or administering antibiotics to treat the infection. More than 30 million prescriptions are written each year for ear infections, accounting for 25 percent of all antibiotics prescribed in the United States. However, antibiotics are not effective against viral ear infections (30 to 50 percent of such disorders), may cause uncomfortable side effects such as upset stomach, and can contribute to antibiotic resistance. Medical researchers believe that 25 percent of all pneumococcus strains, the most common bacterial cause of ear infections, are resistant to penicillin, and ten to 20 percent are resistant to amoxicillin.
Is surgery effective against recurrent otitis media and otitis media with effusion?
In some cases, surgery may be the only effective treatment for chronic ear infections. Some physicians recommend the use of laser myringotomy, using a laser to create a tiny hole in the eardrum. The treatment is done in the doctor's office using topical anesthesia (ear drops). Laser myringotomy works by providing several weeks of ventilation for the middle ear. Proponents suggest this can reduce the many courses of antibiotic treatment for severe ear infections and eliminates the need for surgical insertion of tubes with general anesthesia.
Before the procedure:
Prior to the procedure, the otolaryngologist will examine the patient for a description of the tympanic membrane (eardrum) and the middle ear space. An audiometry may be performed to assess patient hearing. A tympanometry will be performed that tests compliance of the tympanic membrane at various levels of air pressure. This test provides a measurement of the extent of middle ear effusion, Eustachian tube function, and otitis media.
The procedure: During the procedure, a small incision is made in the ear drum, the fluid is suctioned out, and a tube is placed. In young children, this is usually done under a light, general anesthesia; older patients may have the procedure performed under local anesthesia. There are over 50 different tube designs, all in different shapes, color, and composition. In general, smaller tubes stay in for a shorter duration, while large inner flanges hold the tube in place for a longer time. Some recent tubes have special surface coatings or treatments that may reduce the likelihood of infection.
After the procedure: Immediately after the procedure, the surgeon will examine the patient for persistent or profuse bleeding or discharge. After one month, the tube placement will be reviewed, and the patient's hearing may be tested. Later, the physician will assess the tube's effectiveness in alleviating the ear infection.
What is the most common surgical treatment for ear infections?
The most common surgical procedure administered to children under general anesthesia is myringotomy with insertion of tympanostomy tubes (TT). A tube is inserted in the middle ear to allow continuous drainage of fluid. The procedure is recommended for treatment of: chronic otitis media with effusion (lasting longer than three months), recurrent acute otitis media (more than three episodes in six months or more than four episodes in 12 months), severe acute otitis media, otitis media with effusion and a hearing loss greater than 30 dB, non-responsiveness to antibiotics, and impending mastoiditis or intra-cranial complication due to otitis media.
If the patient is age six or younger, it is recommended that tubes remain in place for up to two years. Most tubes will fall out without assistance. Otherwise, the specialist will determine when the tubes should be removed.
Your ENT physician will recommend the most effective treatment for your child's ear infection.
What is otitis media?
Otitis media refers to inflammation of the middle ear. When infection occurs, the condition is called "acute otitis media." Acute otitis media occurs when a cold, allergy, or upper respiratory infection, and the presence of bacteria or viruses lead to the accumulation of pus and mucus behind the eardrum, blocking the Eustachian tube. This causes earache and swelling.
When fluid forms in the middle ear, the condition is known as "otitis media with effusion." This occurs in a recovering ear infection or when one is about to occur. Fluid can remain in the ear for weeks to many months. When a discharge from the ear persists or repeatedly returns, this is sometimes called chronic middle ear infection. Fluid can remain in the ear up to three weeks following the infection. If not treated, chronic ear infections have potentially serious consequences such as temporary or permanent hearing loss.
How does otitis media affect a child's hearing?
All children with middle ear infection or fluid have some degree of hearing loss. The average hearing loss in ears with fluid is 24 decibels...equivalent to wearing ear plugs. (Twenty-four decibels is about the level of the very softest of whispers.) Thicker fluid can cause much more loss, up to 45 decibels (the range of conversational speech).
Your child may have hearing loss if he or she is unable to understand certain words and speaks louder than normal. Essentially, a child experiencing hearing loss from middle ear infections will hear muffled sounds and misunderstand speech rather than incur a complete hearing loss. Even so, the consequences can be significant – the young patient could permanently lose the ability to consistently understand speech in a noisy environment (such as a classroom) leading to a delay in learning important speech and language skills.
Types of hearing loss
Conductive hearing loss is a form of hearing impairment due to a lesion in the external auditory canal or middle ear. This form of hearing loss is usually temporary and found in those ages 40 or younger. Untreated chronic ear infections can lead to conductive hearing loss; draining the infected middle ear drum will usually return hearing to normal.
The other form of hearing loss is sensorineural hearing loss, hearing loss due to a lesion of the auditory division of the 8th cranial nerve or the inner ear. Historically, this condition is most prevalent in middle age and older patients; however, extended exposure to loud music can lead to sensorineural hearing loss in adolescents.
When should a hearing test be performed?
A hearing test should be performed for children who have frequent ear infections, hearing loss that lasts more than six weeks, or fluid in the middle ear for more than three months. There are a wide range of medical devices now available to test a child's hearing, Eustachian tube function, and reliability of the ear drum. They include the otoscopy, tympanometer, and audiometer.
Do children lose their hearing for reasons other than chronic otitis media?
Children can incur temporary hearing loss for other reasons than chronic middle ear infection and Eustachian tube dysfunction. They include:
- Cerumen impaction (compressed earwax)
- Otitis externa: Inflammation of the external auditory canal, also called "swimmer's ear."
- Cholesteatoma: A mass of horn shaped squamous cell epithelium and cholesterol in the middle ear, usually resulting from chronic otitis media.
- Otosclerosis: This is a disease of the otic capsule (bony labyrinth) in the ear, which is more prevalent in adults and characterized by formation of soft, vascular bone leading to progressive conductive hearing loss. It occurs due to fixation of the stapes (bones in the ear). Sensorineural hearing loss may result because of involvement of the cochlear duct.
- Trauma: A trauma to the ear or head may cause temporary or permanent hearing loss.
Insight into causes and treatment options
Who needs ear tubes and why?
What to expect after surgery
and more...
Painful ear infections are a rite of passage for children—by the age of five, nearly every child has experienced at least one episode. Most ear infections either resolve on their own (viral) or are effectively treated by antibiotics (bacterial). But sometimes, ear infections and/or fluid in the middle ear may become a chronic problem leading to other issues such as hearing loss, behavior and speech problems. In these cases, insertion of an ear tube by an otolaryngologist (ear, nose and throat specialist) may be considered.
What are ear tubes?
Ear tubes are tiny cylinders placed through the ear drum (tympanic membrane) to allow air into the middle ear. They also may be called tympanostomy tubes, myringotomy tubes, ventilation tubes, or PE (pressure equalization) tubes.
These tubes can be made out of plastic, metal or Teflon and may have a coating intended to reduce the possibility of infection. There are two basic types of ear tubes: short-term and long-term. Short- term tubes are smaller and typically stay in place for six months to a year before falling out on their own. Long-term tubes are larger and have flanges that secure them in place for a longer period of time. Long-term tubes may fall out on their own, but removal by an otolaryngologist is often necessary.
Who needs ear tubes and why?
Ear tubes are often recommended when a person experiences repeated middle ear infection (acute otitis media) or has hearing loss caused by the persistent presence of middle ear fluid (otitis media with effusion). These conditions most commonly occur in children, but can also be present in teens and adults and can lead to speech and balance problems, hearing loss, or changes in the structure of the ear drum. Other less common conditions that may warrant the placement of ear tubes are malformation of the ear drum or eustachian tube, Down Syndrome, cleft palate and barotrauma (injury to the middle ear caused by a reduction of air pressure, usually seen with altitude changes such as flying and scuba diving).
Each year, more than half a million ear tube surgeries are performed on children, making it the most common childhood surgery performed with anesthesia. The average age for ear tube insertion is one to three years old. Inserting ear tubes may:
Reduce the risk of future ear infection;
Restore hearing loss caused by middle ear fluid;
Improve speech problems and balance problems; and
Improve behavior and sleep problems caused by chronic ear infections.
How are ear tubes inserted in the ear?
Ear tubes are inserted through an outpatient surgical procedure called a myringotomy. A myringotomy refers to an incision (a hole) in the ear drum or tympanic membrane. This is most often done under a surgical microscope with a small scalpel (tiny knife), but it can also be accomplished with a laser. If an ear tube is not inserted, the hole would heal and close within a few days. To prevent this, an ear tube is placed in the hole to keep it open and allow air to reach the middle ear space (ventilation).
What happens during surgery?
A light general anesthetic (laughing gas) is administered for young children. Some older children and adults may be able to tolerate the procedure without anesthetic. A myringotomy is performed and the fluid behind the ear drum (in the middle ear space) is suctioned out. The ear tube is then placed in the hole. Ear drops may be administered after the ear tube is placed and may be necessary for a few days. The procedure usually lasts less than 15 minutes and patients awaken quickly.
Sometimes the otolaryngologist will recommend removal of the adenoid tissue (lymph tissue located in the upper airway behind the nose) when ear tubes are placed. This is often considered when a repeat tube insertion is necessary. Current research indicates that removing adenoid tissue concurrent with placement of ear tubes can reduce the risk of recurrent ear infection and the need for repeat surgery.
What happens after surgery?
After surgery, the patient is monitored in the recovery room and will usually go home within an hour if no complications occur. Patients usually experience little or no postoperative pain but grogginess, irritability, and/or nausea from the anesthesia can occur temporarily.
Hearing loss caused by the presence of middle ear fluid is immediately resolved by surgery. Sometimes children can hear so much better that they complain that normal sounds seem too loud.
The otolaryngologist will provide specific postoperative instructions, including when to seek immediate attention and to set follow-up appointments. He or she may also prescribe antibiotic ear drops for a few days.
To avoid the possibility of bacteria entering the middle ear through the ventilation tube, physicians may recommend keeping ears dry by using ear plugs or other water-tight devices during bathing, swimming and water activities. However, recent research suggests that protecting the ear may not be necessary, except when diving or engaging in water activities in unclean water such as lakes and rivers. Parents should consult with the treating physician about ear protection after surgery.
Consultation with an otolaryngologist (ear, nose and throat specialist) may be warranted if you or your child has experienced repeated or severe ear infections, ear infections that are not resolved with antibiotics, hearing loss due to fluid in the middle ear, barotrauma, or have an anatomic abnormality that inhibits drainage of the middle ear.
Possible complications
Myringotomy with insertion of ear tubes is an extremely common and safe procedure with minimal complications. When complications do occur, they may include:
Perforation—This can happen when a tube comes out or a long-term tube is removed and the hole in the tympanic membrane (ear drum) does not close. The hole can be patched through a minor surgical procedure called a tympanoplasty or myringoplasty.
Scarring—Any irritation of the ear drum (recurrent ear infections), including repeated insertion of ear tubes, can cause scarring called tympanosclerosis or myringosclerosis. In most cases, this causes no problem with hearing.
Infection—Ear infections can still occur in the middle ear or around the ear tube. However, these infections are usually less frequent, result in less hearing loss and are easier to treat—often only with ear drops. Sometimes an oral antibiotic is still needed.
Ear tubes come out too early or stay in too long—If an ear tube expels from the ear drum too soon (which is unpredictable), fluid may return and repeat surgery may be needed. Ear tubes that remain too long may result in perforation or may require removal by an otolaryngologist.
Any information provided on our website should not be considered medical advice or a substitute for a consultation with a provider at the Oklahoma City Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic. If you have a medical problem, contact us for appointment at 405.272.6027.


text:
Raw output. Timecode sync. Genlock.
ProRes 422 compression right out of the camera.
The Sony FS7 Extension unit adds convenience and functionality to a camera that's already quite a powerhouse.
The added V-Mount lets you use high capacity batteries so you can keep rolling all day long.
Pair the Red Scarlet M-X with our Zeiss CP.2 primes for a sharp professional look. Or attach the EF-Mount for all of your favorite Canon glass.
Wintech has a wide range of Canon lenses
at your disposal.


text:
Proactive notification, also known as proactive multi-channel communication or proactive engagement, helps raise awareness for customers and companies by providing useful information or alerting individuals to some upcoming activity or action. You can utilize this software to alert customers of upcoming deadlines or payments, product updates, and noteworthy promotions, in addition to suspicious activity on their accounts. This software can also alert your company of customer events and other information to help optimize your customer service and increase sales. The platform you use may integrate any combination of SMS (text), voice, email, or fax notifications, and can often allow for two-way chat.
Proactive Notification reviews by real, verified users. Find unbiased ratings on user satisfaction, features, and price based on the most reviews available anywhere.
Amazon Simple Queue Service (SQS) is a message queuing service that decouple the components of a cloud application, it transmit any volume of data, at any level of throughput, without losing messages or requiring other services to be always available.
Send mass text alerts. Provide customer service. Create automated campaigns. SimpleTexting's powerful text marketing features let you do it all. There's a reason that Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, nonprofits, healthcare providers, churches, and other organizations use SimpleTexting to reach their audiences—it really works. Our pricing plans are flexible and our intuitive features are designed to help you grow. Whether you need to message thousands at once or have 1-on-1 conversations, SimpleTexting makes it, well, simple. And with our mobile app, you can even manage your efforts from anywhere.
Call-Em-All is a mass messaging service for users in the United States and Canada. Users can deliver important reminders, notifications, and alerts as both text messages and automated phone calls. Message broadcasts can be sent to any size group instantly. The interface allows users to access the service online and includes features like scheduling, personalization, templates, surveys, and reporting. The service allows users to work with many CRM/ATS software solutions.
iZooto is a retargeting and engagement solution that leverages web push notifications for e-tailers and publishers drive traffic and conversions. iZooto is a catalyst that helps marketers convert users faster and better with personalized push notifications. iZooto is best suited for mid-size retailers and publishers. iZooto also helps publishers with monetization using native content ads.
OneSignal is a complete push notification solution for mobile apps.
Outbound makes it easy to send email and mobile messages based on user actions.
For the past 10 years DialMyCalls is a leading mass notification system that lets you easily send a text message or phone call to a list of phone numbers in seconds. Our platform is used by thousands of organizations around the US & Canada for everything from every day staffing notifications to emergency messages sent out in times of crisis. Our platform is entirely web based meaning you don't need any hardware, you simply login from any computer or mobile device to create and broadcast out your voice and text messages. Try us out completely free today with 25 free phone calls and SMS messages to see how easy it is to use!
Nuance is a leading provider of speech, imaging and customer interaction solutions for businesses and consumers around the world. Its technologies, applications and services make the user experience more compelling by transforming the way people interact with information and how they create, share and use documents. Every day, millions of users and thousands of businesses experience Nuance۪s proven applications and professional services.
The second product from the makers of VWO, PushCrew is the most popular web push notifications platform in the world. With features like audience segmentation, smart campaigns, multi-website support, custom images, cart abandonment, and so on, PushCrew has everything a business needs to reach out to its customers, real time. With more than 4,500 customers, PushCrew's customers include Lenovo, Vistaprint, Ashley Furniture, Dominos, Ubisoft, Claire's Stores, and College Humor.
PushEngage is a web push notifications platform, designed to help websites by sending notifications and increase returning visitors.
One Call Now's message notification service delivers automated phone calls, SMS text messages and emails within moments to any group, large or small
Salesforce LiveMessage empowers companies to engage with customers through the messaging apps they love, such as Facebook Messenger and SMS/MMS.
Voice and Text messaging to connect with your supporters. Automatically gather people's name and email via SMS. Get thousands of volunteers all over the country talk to your supporters using phone banking. Remind your supporters about election dates and to go out to vote using voice broadcasting. Sophisticated software for the biggest political parties, yet simple enough for a cause! The only solution that smoothly integrates with your CRM. Reach right people at the right time with the right message.
SchoolMessenger School Notification allows you to reach parents in the way they want to receive messages by sending school notifications via voice, text, email, social media, web, and push notifications.
Send Word Now is the leading provider of on-demand alerting and response services for both emergency and routine communication. Send Word Now۪s easy-to-use, web-based services are used by government agencies, universities, non-profit organizations and businesses, including many Fortune 500 companies, to ensure fast, effective, two-way communication in real-time - anywhere, anytime, regardless of location, device or connection. Send Word Now۪s Alert Tracer provides a full audit trail of messages sent and received for after action reporting and follow-up. Send Word Now۪s messaging platform is capable of transmitting hundreds of thousands of voice and text messages in minutes, receiving responses and monitoring and reporting on the results. The SWN Alert Service is designed to reach anyone, anywhere, anytime, with any device over any type of connection. The company is headquartered in New York City.
With Altocloud Journey Analytics, you can see what visitors are doing while they are live on your site, in your app or a conversation with your team, giving you a clear perspective into their customer journey. Identify your customers' pain points quickly and convert a negative experience into a positive one.
MIR3 is the premiere provider of Intelligent Notification and response software for business operations, including crisis management, IT service management, corporate communications, customer relations, supply chain management, event management, or any area that needs reliable two-way notification for groups from one to many thousands.
Mobile Text Alerts is a service that allows administrators to send out mass SMS text messages to groups, it is useful way to keep group members informed about quick announcements.
Free real time cross-platform push notification service.
Signal Vine is an effective text messaging platform that uses Blended Messaging® to reach students where they operate most while incorporating the benefits of AI to save staff time. By nudging students, alumni, and staff with personal messages on key deadlines, appointments, and offers of support, administrators can improve engagement and in turn enrollment and persistence.
CDYNE has been a premier provider of Data Quality and Communications Web Services since 1999. Our services employ API technology to ensure cross-platform capability and easy integration. Our APIs can be used to help prevent fraud in real-time, scrub and enhance data, or allow fast and easy contact in any situation. CDYNE Web Services, backed by geographically distributed servers, ensure safety and privacy for you and your client's data. Full ownership of hardware gives us the flexibility to ensure always up to date system and latest in security standards. Our Company's transaction-based billing model also saves money – clients pay for only what is used, with no contracts or hidden fees and are guaranteed 99.9% uptime in accordance with our SLA. CDYNE serves numerous industries, including emergency notification systems, e-commerce/retail, sales/marketing, insurance, government, healthcare, and finance/collections.
Accengage is a SaaS solution, designed to enable CRM and marketing managers to accelerate the engagement of their app users and website visitors by empowering them with the necessary features to send targeted, personalized and automated ush Notifications to their customers on desktops, mobiles, tablets and smartwatches.
Mercury SMS enables Salesforce.com users to communicate with their clients via SMS.
Aspect helps enterprises break down the walls between people, processes, systems and data sources, empowering organisations to unite around the customer journey. Our customer engagement centre offers native interaction management, workforce optimisation and self-service capabilities that drive dynamic, conversational interactions and create a truly frictionless omni-channel customer experience. Leveraging all the benefits of the cloud and over 40 years of industry ingenuity, Aspect conveniently and easily connects questions to answers while helping enterprises keep service levels high and operational costs contained.
Azure Notification Hubs is a massively scalable mobile push notification engine for quickly sending millions of notifications to iOS, Android, Windows, or Kindle devices, working with APNs (Apple Push Notification service), GCM (Google Cloud Messaging), WNS (Windows Push Notification Service), MPNS (Microsoft Push Notification Service), and more.
It is a universal platform for the transmission of A2P and P2P traffic with transactional and bulk SMS worldwide.
Burst SMS is an online SMS text messaging service, offering SMS marketing campaigns, SMS appointment reminders, SMS integrations and an SMS API.
DeskAlerts is the very popular Enterprise Alerting Software. Companies like Hilton, American Express, KRKA, Magura Asia Ltd. use DeskAlerts to deliver pop-up alerts to more than 10,000 users' screens and to block an employee's work until he or she reads the message to the end. It's guaranteed that alerts will be received and seen by 100% of employees. DeskAlerts is a multi-channel alerting software with a lot of communication features including desktop alerts, scrolling tickers, surveys, wallpapers, screensavers and more. Additionally, messages can be sent to different locations in the form of mobile alerts, e-mails, and SMS texting while all messages can be designed and delivered to specific targeted audiences.
Push Notifications service provides a unified push capability to send personalized and segmented real-time notifications to mobile and web applications
Lynx is a facility-wide, network-based, duress and emergency notification system.
NetSupport Notify is a messaging and alerting tool that enables an administrator to communicate instantly with desktop users across any size or type of organization.
PushAlert is a user engagement and retention platform which uses web push to target users with real-time notifications for higher engagement and lead conversions.
West Alerts and Notifications delivers convenient, efficient enterprise features, such as right party connect, CTI, intelligent call-based routing and flexible integration. At the same time, we provide a customized solution that meets the needs and notifications volume of any client. Spanning the customer lifecycle, our automated notifications process allows you to connect with your customers wherever they are, whenever you need to reach them.
Pushed is a mobile push notification software solution.
As SAP's Co-Innovation partner, Fingent developed an innovative messaging system: Aware Mobility. This system is devised with a configurable rules engine to help accelerate your business performance. Aware Mobility helps to keep track of vital information that you do not want to miss out on. Plug AWARE Mobility into any part of your SAP ecosystem to receive alerts on parameters important to your workflow. It works with the latest Android and iOS devices with no additional requirements. Allows administrators to create their own messages or use pre-configured notification for any business alerts.
Sends out important alert notifications to customers regarding any transaction and payment due. Promotes products and services to create a brand awareness in the competitive market.
Direct SMS is an SMS API & SMS Software provider specializing in SMS services in Australia.
Envoy Deliveries revolutionizes delivery management with easy package scanning and automatic notifications.
Frizbit is the smart and fast solution for sending push notifications.
Whether you need to send messages to your IT department, first responders, a large mobile sales team, dispatch field technicians, integrate with and provide data access to critical business applications, or generate emergency alerts and mass notification, HipLink is the proven wireless messaging solution.
JungleBell extends SharePoint alerts and comes with a powerful and intuitive conditions analyzer. You can easily set up conditions and receive alerts whenever the issue status becomes "Active" or the task status changes from "Planned" to "In Progress". JungleBell will email you, or anyone you choose, about any past or future event, so overdue tasks, client calls, contracts, licences or policy expiration will never be forgotten. Available for SharePoint 2010, 2013 and 2016.
Communication brings power to a brands customer services, either via an autonomous interface for communication, or by integrating its wide-ranging functionality with existing systems.
Messageflare helps small businesses reach their customers through text messages.
A message broadcast SaaS that allows users to self-manage and target message multiple contact groups via voice, text, and e-mail.


text:
VIEW THE ALBUM HERE >>> http://www.gauperphoto.com/GauperWedding
I married Ryan 4 years ago. In the past 4 years we have spent most of our time creating beautiful images and designing albums full of amazing memories for other people. Somehow, our wedding got lost along the way. A week after we got back from our honeymoon, we were slammed with work. Thus, our wedding just seemed to lose all importance. Life moved so quickly and our memories disappeared.
I have a lot of regrets concerning how I have treated the photos from my wedding. Everyone wants the high resolution disc of images these days and I was one of them. I romanticized all the things I would do with those images. The reality is that life moves quickly and it moved quite swiftly away from my wedding.
Marriage is tough. Some people have it easier than others and thats wonderful for them but for the others, it's harder and it's easy to lose sight of what it's really all about. This is where the true value of a wedding album comes in. For those couples who seem to have it all together or for the rest of us who feel like a mess all the time, a great wedding album serves as a very tangible reminder of the day we vowed to spend our life together.
It's not just flipping through images on my computer. I've done that and it's not the same feeling at all. The album the best images of the day properly designed to tell the story of the wedding as you go through the book. It's not just images anymore, it's our story and that hold more value.
Through many tough times in my marriage, I wish I would have had this album to look back on. In any full set of wedding photos there will be many that are not favorites. I've learned that those cloud the beauty in the good ones when they are all just mixed in together. I really regret not being able to have this book all this time to see my wedding at it's best. There are many times I wish I could have sat down on my couch and just flipped through the album to remember what that day felt like.
I really love designing wedding albums but didn't truly realize the value of a well designed album until I designed my own. Doing this 4 years later also made it have a lot of impact for me. I had forgotten so much. Everything feels so different now because life has changed so much. Looking at the book helps me remember the wedding in the best light and I love that. It helps me remember Ryan in the best light as well.
I have a certain set of skills I've been cultivating over the past 10 years and I believe designing albums is where it's at for me. I love design and I love photography and this is where they perfectly meet together. Working on my own book has dramatically changed how I approach work for my clients as well. I'm able to feel more connected because I now truly realize how important a wedding album is on a personal level.
Ryan and I wrote our own vows and I made sure to include them in the album because thats a big part of the story. 4 years of marriage later and through a lot of struggle, having access to those right in our wedding album is the icing on the cake. It's a great reminder of when life was simple and uncomplicated.
Those vows are the foundation of our marriage and the rest of our life together. No matter how much we may fail through the years, going back to those vows will keep us on track. Going back to those photos, our story, that will keep us going back to those younger versions of ourselves who were deeply in love. That is priceless.
Our wedding album will be printed at the highest quality. I'm still searching for the right cover and will spend whatever necessary for it to be perfect. This album must last for generations. This album is important. It's important for my family to see how it started, to read our vows, to see how much love there was that day. A cheap book with cheap printing that will fade and fall apart before I'm 60 isn't showing respect for those photos and our story. Technology changes so much, files get lost or corrupted. Only having photos on a computer is an absolute shame and I know I would be devastated if I lost those images.
I think it's great to have the full set of high res photos to archive and just to have. However, If I'm being honest…if I HAD to choose between them I would choose a quality printed, thoughtfully designed album any day. As a former bride and as a wife, I realize now that the only images that truly matter to me are the ones in my album.
VIEW THE ALBUM HERE >>> http://www.gauperphoto.com/GauperWedding
// Thanks to Amy Malone for shooting our engagement images and to Jen Kroll Photography for our wedding images.//
**Just for the sake of saying it…. it was 4 years ago and we got married in battle creek and thought the graffiti was a good spot for photos. I would choose another location now of course but whats done is done. Don't judge. :)**


text:
About Periodontal Exams
Gum (periodontal) disease affects a large part of the population, often with many people not noticing the symptoms. Since many symptoms start off mildly, it's crucial to get a regular periodontal examination at Houston's Cosmetic Dental Associates. Your dentist will carefully check the oral cavity to look for signs of gingivitis (the mildest form) and more advanced cases. The dentist will look at the gum color, gum pocket depth measurements, and check for the presence of bleeding gums to determine if a patient has gum disease. If disease is apparent, there are a number of options available, which the medical team will customize for the patient's condition.
"Five stars for every aspect of this practice. Dr. Riley and Dr. Davis truly care about their patients, take time to do procedures correctly and carefully with the latest technology. The office staff is always friendly and will work with your schedule to get you in when needed. I recommend CDA to all of my friends and family. This IS the place for dentistry."- A.C. / Yelp / Aug 02, 2016
"20 year client . Always gentle pain free common sense dentistry. Great kind people who genuinely care for you. Impeccable talented dentists, office staff and hygienists. New dentists to practice are awesome."- L.H. / Yelp / Apr 25, 2019
"Everyone here is exceptional in many ways! I've come to respect both Dr. Davis and Dr. Guerre personally and for the professionals they are. I highly recommend CDA!"- L. / Google / Nov 02, 2018
"Have been a patient of Dr. Spiker's for years now, and have always been impressed with the professionalism and courtesy of the entire staff. This is a smooth-running operation in a congenial, pleasant atmosphere, and the dental professionals are highly knowledgeable. In short, I recommend Cosmetic Dental Associates without reservation."- V. / Google / Jul 13, 2018
"Best care, personable staff, relaxing offices, caring dentists--what more can you want? Great place. Thanks, guys!"- G.C. / Google / Jul 03, 2018
What to Expect
Periodontal disease affects 75% of adults and can range from mild to severe. Dentists offer a wide array of treatment options to help ensure that each patient receives the proper care. One of the more common forms of treatment used is a non-surgical procedure known as scaling and root planning. Scaling removes tarter and plaque from the area below the gum line while root planning creates a smoother root and gum surface. Antibiotics may also be used to help alleviate pain and inflammation. Surgical procedures for more severe forms of periodontal disease include: gum graft surgery, laser gum surgery, regenerative procedures, and pocket reduction procedures.
Treatment Aftercare
It is important to maintain healthy dental care practices to help prevent periodontal disease. This means creating or continuing a good oral hygiene routine as well as implementing suggestions given by the dentist. The dentist may suggest scheduling routine, annual check-ups and examinations as well as bi-annual cleanings. Patients should also implement common oral care practices into their routines such as flossing, brushing twice a day, and using mouthwash.
Anticipated Costs
The cost of the periodontal examination is included in the cost of the patient's annual dental exam. The cost for treating gum disease will vary based on the severity of the disease and the treatment used. Patients can discuss treatment options during their consultation to receive information on costs.
Plan Your Procedure
- Procedure Recovery Location
- In Office
Catch Gum Disease Early
If you have been diagnosed with or think you may have symptoms as a result of periodontal disease, contact our office today to schedule a consultation. With our experienced team, we will find a treatment that is suitable for your condition and restore your mouth back to optimal health.


text:
After Rohde broke the story of the massacre of Bosnian Muslims at Srebenica, he sneaked back in country. The Serbs thought Rohde was a spy when they saw him taking pictures of other graves, reports CBS News correspondent Tony Guida.
"Well, for five days, we didn't know if he was alive or dead," said Clayton Jones, Rohde's former editor at the Christian Science Monitor. "And then when he came out later, we discovered that the Serbs had been driving all over Yugoslavia trying to find a place to develop the slides."
Rohde won a Pulitzer Prize for his reporting of Srebenica. He won a second Pulitzer a month ago for his part in the New York Times' coverage of Afghanistan and Pakistan. Rohde was researching a book on the U.S. involvement there, when the Taliban offered him an interview. Instead they kidnapped him and his translator. Rohde was abducted outside Kabul and held for seven months in the mountainous Pakistani region of Waziristan.
"The kidnappers would let him call to sort of demonstrate that he was still alive," said Bill Keller, the executive editor of the New York Times. "And from that we know they were mostly in the mountains, that they moved frequently."
Yesterday, Rohde somehow managed to climb over a wall. He hailed a Pakistani scout, who took him to an army base. From there, Rohde was airlifted to the U.S. airbase at Bagram, Afghanistan.
"That's at this moment where he is," Keller said. "I hope catching up on some sleep, getting a physical, chatting with his wife on the phone."
Rohde was lucky. Since Sept. 11, 32 journalists have been killed in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
"This is probably the most dangerous period in history for journalists," said Joel Simon, the director of the Committee to Protect Journalists. "In Iraq alone, we've counted 139 journalists who've been killed."
Rohde's family says they prayed for him every day and they're enormously relieved that he is safe. None more than his wife Kristen, who said they have been married for nine months, and he's been captivity for seven of them.


text:
You have no items in your shopping cart.
(091) 525 224
From only €5.
Click here for Electrical.
You are currently on this store.
RONDA - a beautiful range of drum shade pendants in smooth faux silk in a classic palette of colours, porcelain white, slate grey and ecru. Suspended from a 3 light suspension and finished with a soft white acrylic diffuser with chrome disc detail this range of fabric pendants in 2 sizes 40cm and 60cm diameter add an elegant simplicity with a great light output and are ideal for use with opal LED lamps to take advantage of low running costs. (lamps not supplied)


text:
Shopping Cart:
0 items
My Account
This professionally written, very informative, 36-page magazine template features your portrait photography and professionally written articles to inform clients on what to expect during the process, product features and information, example wedding timeline and much more. Use this template to create a professional online publication for your clients or a full-size printed magazine.
This item is back-ordered. We will ship it separately in 10 to 15 days.
Copyright © 2019 Hazy Skies Designs, LLC Photoshop Templates for Photographers, Photography Templates, Senior Templates, Album Templates & more!


text:
Open Adult Program - Fall 2018 - starting August 13, 2018
The Goleta School of Ballet offers open programs for adults interested in studying ballet. The Intermediate/Advanced Adult Ballet class is for students age 17+ with a comprehensive knowledge of ballet steps, but accommodates a variety of levels.
Intermediate / Advanced Adult Ballet
Monday 9:30am - 11:00am
Wednesday 9:30am - 11:00am
Friday 9:30am - 11:00am
$15/class drop in
$10/student/pro rate (UCSB & SBCC dance majors, GSB Alumni)
The program is on a open drop in basis and no registration is required.
Dress Code: There is no dress code for the adult ballet classes. Ballet shoes are required.


text:
The SMART Board 7000 Pro series with iQ allows collaboration, connecting remote
teams on all sorts of devices. Looping in more minds for brainstorming sessions and presentations
generates better plans and smarter ideas. The SMART Board 7000 Pro allows you to switch between writing notes to the Internet Browser with just a tap.
The 7000 Pro series boards are available only in a 75 inch. The 86 inch will be available early next year.
Key Features
Exclusive HyPr Touch™ technology: Lets you write and touch with unparalleled precision and responsiveness, while automatically detecting the different pen tray tools.
Pen ID™: Enables writing in different colors with 4 pens, simultaneously.
16 simultaneous touch, writing and eraser points on Windows® and Mac®.
Access SMART software, content and applications from the on-screen menu.
Preview and switch HDMI 1 and 2, DisplayPort and VGA sources from the screen.
Dual proximity sensors automatically turn on the SMART Board when you walk in the room.
Easily accessible Convenience Panel for power, volume, freeze frame, USB and HDMI inputs.


text:
Mail Boxes Etc Bocas Del Toro strives to help you get the things you need in Bocas Del Toro! We are oriented strongly towards receiving items bought online via Amazon, Ebay, and other vendors. We also offer an outgoing service to send Documents using Fedex International Air Express.
Our primary function is to provide a small package delivery service for the residents and vistors to Bocas Del Toro. Whether it's for ebay or internet shopping, or to get a renewal or replacement for your lost or expired credit card, to get your yearly ship's document, or that hard to find boat part, or for a host of other reasons, people need to get things from the USA or other countries to Bocas Del Toro securely and quickly. We believe that our eBox Logistics delivery service is simply the best answer for getting your things to Bocas Del Toro on time!


text:
CRICKET: Rain robs Belton Park of win
South Lincs & Border League
Division One
Skegness 2nd 133-8
Belton Park 106-3
In a game reduced to 35 overs per side, rain had the final say as Belton Park seemed poised for victory.
Skegness were inserted on a soft wicket and were soon three wickets down due to some good fielding. The innings gained momentum through their overseas acquisition, Lachlan King, dominating proceedings with a well compiled 59 before he became a victim of Callum Durham (2-30), the pick of the bowlers.
Belton were once again frustrated by the lower order as Skegness managed to muster a competitive score.
Early contributions from Richard Cocks (11), Simon Martin (17) and Dave Richardson (12) enabled Belton to establish a solid platform to their innings.
However, the impetus of a classy, powerful knock of 53 not out from captain Dan Reynolds, supported by Mike Paige (8no), appeared to be taking the team home, when the heavens opened with six overs remaining.
Register or log in via Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+ or your Iliffe Media account to post comments.
Iliffe Media does not moderate comments. Please click here for our house rules.
People who post abusive comments about other users or those featured in articles will be banned.
Thank you. Your comment has been received and will appear on the site shortly.
Terms of Comments
We do not actively moderate, monitor or edit contributions to the reader comments but we may intervene and take such action as we think necessary, please click here for our house rules.
If you have any concerns over the contents on our site, please either register those concerns using the report abuse button, contact us here.