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Nautica Vista
About Nautica Vista
Nautica Vista is situated in the affluent suburb of Clifton, overlooking the spectacular Atlantic Ocean.
The two-storey apartment, which has three bedrooms, features an open-plan fully equipped kitchen with a breakfast bar, an eight-seater dining table, a comfortable lounge with DStv, and a furnished outside area with braai facilities and outstanding views. The abode also offers guests Wi-Fi Internet access and parking on the premises.
Guests can revel in an abundance of great attractions in and around the area, such as the superb beaches, the famous Lion's Head, and the numerous charming eateries along the shoreline.
- Response Rate: 100%
- Enquiry Response Time: 24 hours
- Type: Self-catering
- Sleeps: 6
- Check-in: 14:00 Check-out: 10:00
- Laundry Facilities*
- Braai/Barbecue
- Beach
- Satellite TV*
- Wi-Fi
- Parking on Premises
Languages Spoken
- English
- Afrikaans
Important Information
These Booking Conditions set out the Terms of Contract with us so please study them carefully. Your contract is with a South African citizen trading as 11 Nautica. In order to make a booking, we require 50% of the total property rental cost. No contract exists between us until we have received this amount plus your signed and completed Booking... These Booking Conditions set out the Terms of Contract with us so please study them carefully. Your contract is with a South African citizen trading as 11 Nautica. In order to make a booking, we require 50% of the total property rental cost. No contract exists between us until we have received this amount plus your signed and completed Booking Contract. There is a minimum stay policy of three (3) nights during the year and seven (7) nights in the December-January peak period. The remaining balance must be paid by the due date, which is usually at least one month before your arrival. If the balance has not been paid by the required date, we shall be entitled to cancel your booking and retain the full deposit. If your booking is only made within four (4) weeks of your arrival, you will generally be required to pay the full rental payment at the time of the booking unless otherwise agreed and indicated by us. We require a 10% (not less than R6 000) security or breakage deposit. The security deposit will be held against the cost of any damage to the property or its contents, and any breakages or loss of keys and remote controls for any damages you might incur during your say. This deposit will be refunded to you via the same channel you paid it 3 days after departure (less the cost for any repairs). Cleaning is included in the rental rate and available from Monday to Saturday (except public holidays) with two (2) days of obligatory service. Any cleaning requests in addition to these two (2) days would require at least 24-hour notice to arrange. Sunday and public holidays are by prior arrangement only and at an additional charge.The cleaning service does not extend to personal laundry and cooking. Should this be required, this is at your own risk, and please arrange directly with the housekeeper at an agreed rate. The rental cost includes electricity, water, council rates and levies, satellite TV, uncapped wireless internet, pool cleaning and garden service. Linen, bath towels and beach towels, hairdryers and liquid bathsoaps are provided. Check in time is at 2pm on the day of arrival and check out time is at 10am on the day of departure. We will try to accommodate any reasonable request for an early check-in or late departure but this cannot be guaranteed should previous guests be leaving the day you arrive, or new guests arriving the day you depart. Management may ask you for an additional fee payment to secure your early arrival or late departure that might entail having to bring in extra staff to prepare the house. If this is important to you, please request this prior to booking.There will be an extra late arrival and early departure fee should your arrival be after 7pm and your departure before 7am - this payable, in cash, to the person who will be checking you into the property. If you wish to cancel the booking, the person who signed the Booking Contract must do so by notifying us in writing via email or fax. Your notice of cancellation will only be effective from the date of its receipt by us.Our cancellation policy is as follows:(a)three or more months before arrival date: 85% of deposit is refundable;(b)one to two and a half months before arrival date: 50% of deposit is refundable; and(c)six (6) weeks before arrival date: no refund on any monies received.Please note that no refunds will be given for failure to comply with the South African visa regulations and having your trip cancelled due to that. It is very unlikely that we will have to make any changes to arrangements once these have been confirmed. If this does happen we will let you know as soon as possible. If, for any reason we are unable to provide you with the property you have booked, we will cancel the booking, refund the full amount paid to us for the property and we will work diligently, and at no cost to you, to assist in finding a reasonably similar property as substitute. Regardless of whether or not a substitution property is found, we will not be liable for cancellation charges for travel arrangements or any further claims by you or anyone else in your party.For the avoidance of doubt, in no event whatsoever and regardless of cause, shall the Agent or the Owner(s) of 11 Nautica, or any other party associated with this rental transaction, have any liability for any cause whatsoever in excess of the amount that has been paid by renter under this booking agreement except as otherwise specifically required by Law. Guests staying with children do so at their own risk and are urged to take all due care and attention during their stay. We do not accept any responsibility for any injuries on this property. The wireless internet facility is uncapped and free. It is at the fastest fibre-optic speed we currently have available in South Africa and would seem slow to you coming from a more first world country.There is no telephone facility at the house and we recommend you use VOIP applications for this. Please note that this is a double storey apartment with open stairs leading from one level to the next. The living areas are on the lower level and the three (3) bedrooms on the upper level. There is a downward, gradual stairway leading from the street entrance and the covered parking area to the apartment. Only those persons named on the Booking Contract may use the property and under no circumstance may the total number of people sleeping on the property exceed the maximum number stipulated. We are entitled to request you and your party to vacate the property if this rule is not complied with. The person who signs the Booking Contract is responsible for the behaviour of everyone using the rental property during the rental period. If anyone in your party or any guest or invitee behaves in an unacceptable manner by any civilised standard, the entire party may be required by us to vacate the property without further notice. It is not considered acceptable behaviour to make excessive noise including playing music loudly especially between 11pm at night and 7am in the morning, and such behaviour will not be tolerated as this property is in a quiet residential area. You will be asked to sign a Noise Control Agreement prior to check in at the apartment. No access will be given to the property unless the agreement has been signed. The purpose of this agreement is to ensure you are aware of, and will adhere to, the noise restrictions at the property between the hours of 11pm and 7am during the week and between midnight and 7am on weekends. This is a non-smoking property and you are kindly requested to refrain from smoking inside the rented premises. Ashtrays are provided for outside use so please do not litter the garden with cigarette butts.Should you decide to smoke inside, your breakage deposit will cover all charges for the air/furniture cleansing company. Should we not have had enough time to clean this before the next arrival, you will also be charged for any refunds we have to give the next guests to ease their discomfort. It is your responsibility, and that of each of the persons named on the Booking Contract:(a) to pay for any losses or damages to the property or premises, however caused (reasonable wear and tear excluded) (b) to take good care of the property and leave it in a clean and tidy condition at the end of the rental period (c) to permit the property manager reasonable access to the property (d) not to part with any possession of the property, or share it, anyone other than with members named on the Booking Contract and (e) not to cause an annoyance or become a nuisance to occupant of adjoining premises. NB: It is the responsibility of the person named on the Booking Contract to insure that the alarm is set and all exteriors doors and windows are closed every time the property is left unoccupied or when retiring for the night. Should there be a burglary and the alarm is not set, you will be held responsible for all replacement and repair costs. Due to high velocity winds and unexpected rain, it is imperative that the glass doors and windows are secured properly when retiring or when leaving the premises as well as any outdoor cushions that have to be stored inside. They tend to fly away in the wind and you will be held responsible if they are blown away. The property descriptions used on our web site or otherwise provided to you are made in good faith and are believed to be accurate. If you have any complaints and problems during your stay, please let the management company know as soon as possible so that they can be remedied. However, we are not responsible for issues out of our control such as failure of the water supply, electricity, telephone and internet services or any of the appliances. We will do our best to resolve any problems as soon as possible once notified of them. We must stress the importance of bringing complaints or problems to our attention as soon as possible during your stay as we cannot be expected to help if you only notify us following your departure. In the event that you vacate the property without our notification during the rental period, you will lose any rights you might otherwise have had to compensation.If any one of these conditions is breached by any of the persons named on the Booking Contract or any of the guests or invitees, we reserve the right to enter the property and terminate the rental agreement with immediate effect. We do not accept liability for any act, neglect or default for any accident, damage, loss, injury, expense or inconvenience, whether to person or property, which any of the persons named on the Booking Contract or any of their guests or invitees may suffer or incur arising out of, or in any way connected with, the property rental. Guests are strongly advised to arrange comprehensive insurance against travel and other related risks as any loss or damage including theft of personal items cannot be claimed against the property insurance. It is the responsibility of the persons named on the Booking Contract and those accompanying them to fully insure their personal items and also to keep the property secured by setting any alarm and securing all doors, windows and gates when going out. The person who completes the Booking Contract certifies that (a) he or she is authorised to agree to these conditions on behalf of all persons named on the Booking Contract, including those submitted at a later date (b) the signatory is over eighteen years of age and a member of the party intending to occupy the property and (c) he or she takes full responsibility for any persons occupying the property during the booking period. South African law shall govern the validity, construction and performance of these conditions. It is agreed between us, and the person named on the Booking Contract, that any dispute shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the South African Courts. see more
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We're one of those families who don't like to clutter our weekends with back-to-back enrichment classes for the kids because we reckon with our full-time working arrangement and having the kids at school during the weekdays, the weekends should be reserved for family fun!
So 2 weekends ago, when we found ourselves in an ironic situation of not knowing where to go or what to do – we basically had no plans – I proposed checking out the National Gallery Singapore on a whim!
"The National…WHAT?", the husband broke out of his monotone and exclaimed. No, he wasn't excited, he thought it was a joke! And before I could clarify myself, he stressed "You're suggesting taking the boys to some museum thing and you think it will be fun? Where is this place anyway?"
Ahh-hah! And there, you just witness my husband making an ass of himself by ASSUMING.
"It'll be fun!!! It's one of our clients, and I've been told that it's interesting!" I promised, and off we went.
But first, a photo outside these gorgeous steps of the Former Supreme Court! As you can tell, the boys weren't interested in my priorities to give me that one proper shot. I'd have to content with this one…
I've always marveled at the rich history & architecture of City Hall and Former Supreme Court Buildings, so you can imagine my excitement when I finally went behind its doors for the first time.
"Welcome to National Gallery Singapore", a middle-aged lady greeted us with a warm smile.
"Is this your first time here?" she went on.
"Yes it is. I understand there's a huge play area for kids.", I enquired while the husband took quick glances around the building, still wearing his skeptical expression (that it wasn't going to be suitable for the kids).
"You must be referring to the Keppel Centre for Art, just go straight this way, behind that door.", she pointed
"I understand that it's FREE admission right?", I confirmed, with raised eyebrows. I mean, that was also partly why I didn't mind coming by with the troop…
"Yes it is, you can register and get your admission tickets at the Keppel Centre for Art as well", she replied, before sending us on our way.
Little did I expect so much thought to go into Art, Fun and Imaginative play for the little ones that it started from the corridor? We took barely 20 steps after saying bye to the middle-aged lady and there we were, greeted by a large scale, colourful puzzle board out of nowhere. The boys were so curious to find out what it did that they DID NOT even bother asking (us) if they could stop and play, and just headed straight for it.
Meant to develop curiousity, imagination and tactile sensitibilities, the boys were intrigued by the colourful chips moving within the colourful maze. I absolutely mean it when I say, they could stay there to play with the puzzle board for a very long time. We were stuck at the Art Corrridor for a good 45 minutes before I finally decided to grab the littlest and go, because there was so much more that I wanted to explore before closing time!
Not leaving the Art Corridor without a group shot of course!
Using the National Museum of Singapore's standard as a benchmark when it comes to dressing up PLAY areas for the kids, so lo & behold, I did not expect to be blown away by NGS with the visual explosion of colours at the Art Playscape.
Again, the boys paid no heed to my repeated instructions to "wait in line with mummy to get tickets!" and decided to run in and explore on their own!
Filled with whimsical visuals of an Enchanted Tree House, Magical forests and the most adorable creatures, I felt like I was in storyland. I couldn't resist kissing bears, trying to get my kids down for a make-believe picnic (to which I failed miserably because they just wanted to hang in the treehouse all day) and skipping around to feast my eyes to much delight. If only I could throw a birthday party in here, I definitely would!
It was Fathers' Day weekend when we visited, and so in one of the many interesting project rooms was an activity for the kids to make their very own Father's Day card through ink transfer. I absolutely adored how the kids learnt how ink could be transferred on through their hands-on experience of making the card!
And then it was off to lots of fun and colourful building using cardboxes, Magna Tiles and Magnets! We must have spent another hour here building all sorts of configurations with the boys. Ollie got so excited at one point <he must have had an Eureka moment> that he went about gathering empty baskets and stacking them before climbing in to play with 'em Magnets. Talk about immersive learning!
I very much wanted to check out the various exhibits but some of them were too dark and quiet that Ollie started screaming to get out (I was also grateful to the staff for checking in on us to see if we needed anything instead of throwing us judgemental stares). So instead, we went to the highest floor and starting making our way down via steps and glass slopes – which excited the kids till no end – as I continued admiring the building's architecture from various heights and angles. Win-win.
And then I came across one of my favourite cafes, Plain Vanilla Bakery on the ground floor! Since there were a few of us, I had to take the opportunity to indulge the boys and mum in some desserts which was such a hit that all of us "fought" to quickly take more bites before it was gone!
Definitely one of the better days spent together checking out something new together. We'll definitely be back at National Gallery Singapore, me at least, to go for a few guided tours and exhibits that I didn't get to complete during our first visit, and of course have more cake! 🙂

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Recently I've been seeing quite a few chocolate cake recipes using mayonnaise. I'm curious . . . and I wondered what all the hype was about. Of course I had to check out the recipes.
Dairy Free Mayonnaise Chocolate Cake From Scratch Recipe
I'm always intrigued with a recipe when it's a vintage. I never heard of a mayonnaise chocolate cake recipe until recently. My mom did very little baking, but my aunt was a fantastic baker. She always baked from scratch but always baked pies. So how would I know about this mayonnaise cake!?
Life is short so why not check out how to make a vintage recipe using mayonnaise. I'm excited because I recently made a homemade dairy free mayonnaise recipe that everyone in my family enjoyed. Well, since they did not know the mayonnaise was dairy free, no one questioned eating the delicious cabbage cole slaw I made all summer. They really enjoyed it.
So my next mission was to try the mayonnaise chocolate cake using this easy to make dairy free homemade mayonnaise recipe.
Excellent! I'm ready to jump right in.Print
Dairy Free Mayonnaise Chocolate Cake From Scratch Recipe
This is a Dairy Free Mayonnaise Chocolate Cake Recipe made from scratch rather than a cake mix. Inspiration for this recipe is from Hellman's Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake recipe. A very easy recipe you can make in less than 45 minutes and have a family dessert ready for after dinner. This recipe can also be made refined sugar free.
- Prep Time: 10-12 min.
- Cook Time: 30 min.
- Total Time: 35-40 min
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (I use granulated Monk Fruit)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa
- 3/4 tsp. baking soda
- 3/4 tsp. baking powder
- 1 cup coconut sugar (OR use granulated Monk Fruit)
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 3/4 cup of dairy free homemade mayonnaise (https://wineladycooks.com/2018/08/dairy-free-homemade-creamy-mayonnaise-no-egg-recipe/
- 3/4 cup warm water
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees – spray a 8 x 11 pan with non-stick cooking spray – set aside.
- Combine dry ingredients in a medium size bowl
- Add the water, vanilla and 3/4 cup dairy free homemade mayonnaise and stir until well blended.
- Add batter to a 8 x 11 pan sprayed with non-stick cooking spray
- Bake at 350 degrees from 35-45 minutes. — Set time for 25 minutes and check. Continue to cook until done. Continue to cook at a few minute intervals based on testing with a toothpick, and tap the center. If the cake springs back it's done.
- Cook on wire rack.
- Serve with whipped cream topping or vanilla ice cream.
Keywords: Vintage Mayonnaise Chocolate Cake recipe, from scratch, easy recipe, dessert, chocolate cake, dairy free dessert
I found several recipes when I was browsing but they did not look like they would be quick and easy to prepare. I'm quick and easy here and everyone wants a sweet treat 'now'. So I searched until I found a vintage recipe that was extremely quick and easy to prepare and baked in 30 minutes.


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SUP Updates
Connor Baxter dominates at Camp David World Cup
Surfersvillage Global Surf News, 22 July, 2014 - Connor Baxter (Starboard) put on an impressive performance today to take the win in the long distance race for the final day of action here at the Camp David World Cup of SUP, Stop 3 of the 2014 Stand Up World Series.
This combined with his second place in the World Series Sprints, also secured him the overall win for this all important stop of the World Series, as we now reach the year midpoint.
With howling winds justing up to 25knts, the course was adapted to make the best of the conditions, offering the athletes an incredible downwind run, mixed with a finishing triangle course to complete the distance that also had an intense upwind section.
The downwind run was world class, while the upwind leg was nothing short of grueling, offering a very complete challenge for the assembled athletes, making them dig deep to come out on top.
Connor did just this, as he bided his time on the downwind leg, taking the lead towards the tail end, then going into overdrive on the upwind leg, extending his lead and keeping it through the two lap triangle course to take a convincing win here on the final day of action.
This win, coupled with his second place in the sprints yesterday was enough for him to take the overall win for the event, his second out of three so far this season, meaning that he remains the man to beat in the yellow jersey as we look ahead to Huntington Beach in October for Stop 4 of the World Series.
1. Connor Baxter (Starboard): Hawaii
2. Kai Lenny (Naish): Hawaii
3. Jake Jensen (Fanatic): Australia
4. Zane Schweitzer (Starboard); Hawaii]
5. Casper Steinfath (Naish): Denmark


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*Engram is an historical, hypothetical concept coined by memory researcher Richard Semon, as a way to explain the way in which memory traces are stored as biophysical or biochemical changes in the brain.
Each of the images in this series suggests a fleeting moment captured in time. They are iconic fragments of common life experiences intended to remind us of how our identities are constructed from memory and bodily existence.
The Engram Series is part of a multi-faceted body of work that includes robotic installations such as Carnevale (2002) and Portal (2012). This work investigates the cultural, social, and technological contexts that give rise to consciousness, thought and memory.
Image Size: "28 x 21"
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What is abas ERP?
Industry Specialties: Manufacturing, Distribution
Benefits and Insights
Key differentiators & advantages of abas ERP
- Upgrade Capabilities: One of the system's benefits is its unrestricted ability to upgrade. It combines continuous development with uncomplicated release changes to provide the latest technological advances, even for users running highly customized systems. All changes, adjustments and expansions are automatically integrated into the system.
- Standardization and Customization: Abas ERP combines the apparent contradictions between standardization customization. It uses tried-and-tested, industry-standard workflows as a guideline for process modeling. At the same time, it adapts to the client's unique requirements for every workflow.
- Mobility: The software makes the whole business mobile. Using a browser-based web client, teams can access the ERP installation anywhere, anytime. A broad range of mobile apps provides additional functions tailored to the needs of individual departments. for example, for use in production and warehousing or for sales and service representatives.
- ERP Experience: Abas ERP offers the combination of broad SME experience in worldwide projects, an agile ERP system, and a best practice strategy developed to ensure proper implementation of the ERP system as per the client's requirements.
- Data-Driven Decisions: BI and analytics allow users to make well informed, data-driven decisions. Dashboards provide visual reports of your company's scheduling, cost planning, procurement, lead times and financial figures. The purchasing feature helps purchasers make decisions by providing access to the information they need to evaluate suppliers accurately.
Industry ExpertiseThe software is designed for manufacturers and distributors with 50-2,000 employees. Specific, tailored solutions are made available for several industries, such as automotive and supply, custom manufacturing, electronics, industrial machinery, component production (particularly metals processing and plastics), and make-to-order and small series production.
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- Production Planning: The system automates production planning for schedulers. It combines your relevant planning data, including sales orders with minimum stock replenishment orders, machine utilization with lead times and delivery dates with procurement deadlines. It generates work order suggestions and machine allocations, and it takes deadlines and capacities into account as it carries that task out. Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) shows the user their production capacities, potential or actual bottlenecks and streamlines sequences.
- Liquidity Planning: The liquidity planning feature manages cash forecasting and planning. The system starts with your current liquidity level, your outstanding items from purchasing and sales as well as delivery and invoice commitments. The system then adds or deducts these items over across a definable time axis. Individual configuration options are available for all other planned payments and receipts.
- Webshop: The solution allows the creation of a B2B webshop or customer portal. The webshop allows customers to find products with their individual prices and discounts, check product availability and place orders. Users can browse products and view and place orders or quotes within the customer portal. Users only need to create price and catalog structures once in the ERP system; they are transferred from there to the customer portal or webshop in real-time.
- abas Connect: The integration platform abas Connect equips companies to be "IoT ready" — this means that your systems are connected and can efficiently collect and exchange data. The middleware enables communication between any number of applications and allows for adaptability and system integration, including third-party systems.
- KPIs: The solution provides an overview of all the KPIs of an organization based on real-time data. These KPIs include revenue & contribution margin development, production of key figures, opportunities, accounts receivable, liabilities, or liquidity. The KPIs are presented in the form of manageable dashboards that highlight critical processes.
- Business Process Management: Abas BPM models and optimizes business processes across systems and companies. Tasks are structurally processed in a workflow either automatically in abas ERP and other systems, or by persons and groups within an organization. Individual tasks can have deadlines attached to them as well as notifications for reminders. The user is able to view processing times for individual steps and evaluate bottlenecks within that process. They are also able to simulate "what if" scenarios.
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Abas seemed more modern, a newer offering with better UI, more modern developments and enhancements. They are continuously updating the software, as opposed to other vendors which aren't, and investing in technologies like cloud, mobile and IoT.
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A note from abas ERP
Abas ERP customers are small and mid-sized manufacturers who appreciate a software partner that develops a deep understanding of their operations, challenges and goals. Abas ERP offers on-premise and cloud solutions for manufacturing and manufacturing/distribution companies with these specialties: Tool and die, auto after-market, stamping, mold making and casting, fabrication and assembly, machining, and more. Solutions for production, warehousing, purchasing, management, finance and service.


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Evidence insufficient to recommend routine antibiotics for joint replacement patients
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), and the American Dental Association (ADA) found that there is insufficient evidence to recommend the routine use of antibiotics for patients with orthopaedic implants to prevent infections prior to having dental procedures because there is no direct evidence that routine dental procedures cause prosthetic joint infections.
The AAOS and ADA's recommendations are based on a collaborative evidence-based clinical practice guideline that focuses on the possible linkage between orthopaedic implant infection and patients undergoing dental procedures.
"As clinicians, we want what is in the best interest of our patients, so this clinical practice guideline is not meant to be a stand-alone document. Instead it should be used as an educational tool to guide clinicians through treatment decisions with their patients in an effort to improve quality and effectiveness of care," said David Jevsevar, MD, MBA, chair of the AAOS Evidence Based Practice Committee which oversees the development of clinical practice guidelines.
"It has been long debated that patients with orthopaedic implants, primarily hip and knee replacements, are prone to implant infections from routine dental procedures," added Dr. Jevsevar who also is an orthopaedic surgeon in St. George, Utah. "What we found in this analysis is that there is no conclusive evidence that demonstrates a need to routinely administer antibiotics to patients with an orthopaedic implant, who undergo dental procedures.
- In 2010, there were more than 302,000 hip replacement and 658,000 knee replacement procedures performed in the United States.[1]
- Infections can occur when foreign organisms enter the wound during or at any point following joint replacement, and can lead to additional surgery and prolonged antibiotic treatment.[2]
- For studies of hip and knee included in this guideline, the mean rate of infection was 2 percent.[3]
"This guideline was based primarily on clinical research which examined a large group of patients, all having a prosthetic hip or knee and half with an infected prosthetic joint," said Dr. Abt, a general dentist in Skokie, Ill., and a member of the ADA Council on Scientific Affairs. "The research showed that invasive dental procedures, with or without antibiotics, did not increase the odds of developing a prosthetic joint infection."
This clinical practice guideline, with three recommendations, is based on a systematic review of the correlation between dental procedures and prosthetic joint infection (PJI).
- Recommendation one, which is based on limited evidence, supports that practitioners consider changing their longstanding practice of prescribing prophylactic antibiotics for patients who undergo dental procedures. Limited evidence shows that dental procedures are unrelated to PJI.
- Recommendation two addresses the use of oral topical antimicrobials (topical antibiotic administered by a dentist) in the prevention of PJI in patients undergoing dental procedures. There is no direct evidence that the use of oral topical antimicrobials before dental procedures will prevent PJI.
- Recommendation three is the only consensus recommendation in the guideline, and it supports the maintenance of good oral hygiene.
Explore further
1. HCUPnet. Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project (HCUP). 1993-2010. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, Rockville, MD. hcupnet.ahrq.gov/Accessed November 29, 2012.
2. Della Valle CJ, Zuckerman JD, Di Cesare PE. Periprosthetic Sepsis. Clin Orthop 2004;(420):26-31.
3. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Dental Association Prevention of Orthopaedic Implant Infection in Patients Undergoing Dental Procedures Guideline. Rosemont (IL): AAOS: 2012.


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SPORT TOP "black-navy"
The SPORT TOP is a true all-rounder. The well formed back gives you support & safety and the half-deep V neck is very flattering for many kind of different breast shapes. The crossed straps give you extra support and make this top a combination of cool sportiness & summer vibes.
82% ECONYL® regenerated nylon fiber (PA), 18%EL
ECONYL® fibers are 100% regenerated from fishing nets and other nylon waste.
High quality swimwear with the beloved
Chlorine & saltwater resistant
Designed in Germany // Sourced and made in Europe with respect for people.


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If you will not be at home and you prefer to change the collection date, contact us and we will confirm you if the change is possible (depending on the service, the status of the collection, etc).
Normally collections must be requested 24 hours before the date selected, please keep it in mind before choose another collection date.
Please notice that we don't offer collections or deliveries on weekend.


text: Captain Rockhopper is a pirate-penguin that comes aroudn to Club Penguin every 1–3 weeks/months. Every time his ship comes into bay, you can enter and buy stuff (there will be at least one free item.) If you are lucky, you can catch him on certain servers when he's around and if you click on teh smiley face button, he gives you a free background. He has a puffle named Yarr, and originally introduced red puffles to Club Penguin from Rockhopper Island.


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Our luxury villas in Krabi, This property with this special enlarged Thai roof is the characteristic of the
THA LANE BAY VILLAS Boutique Hotel.
A 35-minute drive from Krabi Town and airport or Ao Nang with a great view on arrival on the PANG NGA Bay
Choose between CHABA 2 bedroom or BUA 3-bedroom villas, which feature large living areas with Bar and
open fully equipped kitchen full length sliding doors overviewing the private overflow pool.
Each villa has an ocean front Sala (open pavilion). A satellite TV and DVD player is available as well as full Wi-Fi connection in all the air-conditioned rooms. The uniqueness of each villa and space allow you to enjoy a soothing massage or simply take a walk on the lavish Trees and lawns around the property or relax on the pool.
From our "Delights "restaurant above the reception with Thai and Western cuisine offers also in-villa dining services. Thai cooking demonstration for guests can be arranged. Through our reception the most famous daily journeys in the Islands and kayak experience etc.. will arranged.
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|Villa Chaba 2 Bedrooms
|Villa Bua 2 Bedrooms
|Villa Bua 3 Bedrooms
|The Villa 4 Bedrooms
|We provide you, on request, professional catering. We offer you a menu will enable you to taste the most famous Thai dishes as well as the basic ones of the Italian cuisine, imported meat, ice cream cocktails. The Chef will cook lovingly the meals you choose in is professional kitchen and staff will serve you in your villa. It will prepare you a barbecue Sea Food with the suitable Thai sauces. It will also prepare you, on request, your picnics when you go to the islands. If you prefer to do your shopping at the market and cook yourself, the fully equipped kitchen in the villa will enable you to cook your favorite dishes.


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So, you're one of the lucky ones to be successfully offered an Internship at one of the top company's in London. Congratulations! It's your chance to get some great experience in your field and prove your skills to the people that really matter. If you do well enough, maybe you'll even get a job at the end of it?
When I was offered a two week placement at one of the top publishing company's in London, I was ecstatic! But when it came to planning my travel and accommodation, I hit a snag! I really didn't think about the general costs of living in London – not that I would have thought twice about this amazing opportunity. But, for those who are hoping to get some experience in London, it is definitely something to think about when you apply.
I am lucky to have a sibling living and working in the area and so, was kindly offered his sofa for two weeks – not the luxurious image I pictured when I thought of an exciting internship in London. And, the lack of sleep really starts to take its toll by day 3.
If you're like me, and from a small town in the North, London is a pretty huge and scary place. Exciting – don't get me wrong, but scary all the same. So, be prepared to be squashed into a humid and sweltering tube from time to time, be pushed over to get through a ticket barrier almost every day and be told off for standing on the left hand side of an escalator.
However, even though it might not be exactly what I envisaged, and once I realised The Devil Wears Prada is not as realistic as I first thought, it is turning out to be an amazing opportunity to gain some experience and insight into my chosen career.
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I've been involved in a few discussions this week about whether it's a good idea for young kids to have access to expensive electronic equipment like iPads. I don;t think it'll come as a surprise to anyone to learn that I am very much in favour of kids having access to iPads, having seen first hand with both kids how beneficial and educational they are. With perfect timing the geekson has discovered a new app this week, and it really is showing its educational benefits already…
I have mentioned TallyTots™ – Spinlight Studio (£1.49 – iPad only) before, in a previous app round up post, but at the time it was just the geekdaughter who was showing an interest in it. In the last couple of weeks the geekson has discovered this app in a big way, and it's definitely his current favourite. Designed to introduce the concepts of numbers and counting, this app allows the child to choose a number, then it counts up to that number, and then the child gets a little mini-game to play involving the number in some way. My personal favourite is when you have to get the squirrel to stuff his mouth full of 19 nuts! Over the last few days we've noticed that the geekson has started trying to count along with the app, and I managed to catch this on film:
If you can't see the video above, here is a direct link to watch it on YouTube.
So yes, I genuinely think the iPad is a wonderfully educational and beneficial device, and I am constantly amazed by what both my kids can do with it.
Whilst I'm on the subject, I have to also mention Maths, age 3-5 – EuroTalk (Free, with additional in-app purchases – iOS Universal). I downloaded this app for the geekdaughter, and she's been getting on with it really well. She got up early the morning after I downloaded it, found it on the iPad, and before I was even awake she'd found the new app, managed to navigate typing her name in all on her own (first time ever), and started working through the puzzles! This is a nice quality app, and is designed to support foundation stage maths for primary school. There are 10 modules, but only the first one, sorting and matching, is free – the others cost £1.99 each, or you can buy all 9 for £9.99. Although there's a lot of content in the first module which I hope means the others are equally good, these prices seem high to me, and I haven't yet bought the extra modules.
I find out about apps in the strangest of places. In this month's Families Cheshire magazine that we get sent home from nursery I read an article about a local mum who had developed her own app for pre-schoolers. I'm always keen to support local business so I had to check it out. Pre-School Classroom – The Pre School Apps Academy (£1.49 – Universal – with a Lite version available free) is a collection of mini games all aimed at pre-school children, and includes such things as I-spy, phonics, line tracing and counting. It's a well through out app with some great content, but it moves a little slowly for my liking (if it were me I'd have less clapping after the child completes each mini game), but the geekdaughter seemed to like it, although she hasn't gone back to it very often.
STOP PRESS! I just found out that Baby Learns Colors – Bebebe Co. (iPad only) is FREE for today only – usual price £1.99. This is an appealing, brightly coloured app which introduces different colours to your toddler. The default narration is with a US accent but the app description says you can record your own voice too. Worth grabbing while it's free 🙂 If you are reading this later than March 30th there is a Lite version you can grab to try out before buying the full version – Baby Learns Colors Lite – Bebebe Co.
To make sure you always get alerts of free or reduced apps why not join the new Apps for Parents Facebook group? It's already a great community sharing app recommendations, reviews, and announcements of free apps to download. Please come on over and join in!
That's it for this week. Check back next week for more app reviews.
Disclosure: An asterisk (*) denotes an app I for which I received a promo code and thus did not purchase myself. The links above incorporate my iTunes affiliate ID. If you make a purchase after clicking on a link it doesn't cost you any more money, but you contribute a few pennies towards the upkeep of this site. All prices were correct at the time of writing.


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(Photo of Professor Cornel West, courtesy of the College of Charleston)
I recently reread my favorite chapter from Cornel West's newest book, Democracy Matters: Winning the Fight Against Imperialism. I love it when a writer uses the word imperialism. When I was in college I had this bumper sticker on my satchel that read "I'd Rather Be Smashing Imperialism!". Those were the days. Anyway, the chapter I read is called The Crisis of Christian Identity In America. As a fellow believer in Christ, I do a lot of reading of Christian writers, especially African American philosophers and theologians. There are frequent references to 'prophetic Christianity' and its importance in addressing the need for social justice in America and around the globe. West makes this comment on page 158, regarding the African American expression of 'prophetic Christianity':
"Black prophetic Christians-from Frederick Douglass to Martin Luther King Jr.-have eloquently reminded us of the radical fissure between prophetic and Constantinian Christianity, and King's stirring Christian conviction and prophetic rhetoric fueled the democratizing movement that at last confronted the insidious intransigence of the color line. In fact, much of prophetic Christianity in America stems from the prophetic black church tradition. The Socratic questioning of the dogma of white supremacy, the prophetic witness of love and justice, and the hard-earned hope that sustains long term commitment to the freedom struggle are the rich legacy of the prophetic black church."
The Baha'i Writings explain that, "The Cause of Bahá'u'lláh is the same as the Cause of Christ. It is the same Temple and the same Foundation". Not surprisingly, an investigation of the Baha'i Writings reveals that the Baha'i Faith is also 'prophetic' in its orientation. Commenting on the exalted station of a true believer, Baha'u'llah states that:
The station which he who hath truly recognized this Revelation will attain is the same as the one ordained for such prophets of the house of Israel as are not regarded as Manifestations 'endowed with constancy.' (Quoted in, The World Order of Baha'u'llah, p. 111)
This verse is referring in Baha'i terminology to prophets such as Isaiah, Micah, or Elijah, who did not have the same station theologically as Abraham, Moses, or Jesus. What West and others, such as Jim Wallis, describe as 'prophetic Christians' is captured in Baha'i terminology by the description of a "true Baha'i":
Let your actions cry aloud to the world that you are indeed Bahá'ís, for it is actions that speak to the world and are the cause of the progress of humanity...Therefore strive that your actions day by day may be beautiful prayers. Turn towards God, and seek always to do that which is right and noble. Enrich the poor, raise the fallen, comfort the sorrowful, bring healing to the sick, reassure the fearful, rescue the oppressed, bring hope to the hopeless, shelter the destitute! This is the work of a true Bahá'í, and this is what is expected of him. If we strive to do all this, then are we true Bahá'ís, but if we neglect it, we are not followers of the Light, and we have no right to the name. (Abdu'l-Baha, Paris Talks, p. 80)
Thus, just as the Baha'i Faith is 'Holy Spirit Religion', it would be accurate say that it is an expression of 'prophetic religion'.


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Lag Jaa Gale, Woh Kaun ThiIt's heartbreakingly beautiful and Lataji's most haunting melody. It pierces the soul. Maybe my favourite song ever.
Ye Jeevan Hai, Piya Ka GharI'm a big Kishoreda fan, and this song encapsulates my philosophy of life.
Bavra Mann, Hazaaron Khwaahishen AisiI find this song by Swanand Kirkire very inspiring. It's such a feel good song and makes you believe in your dreams.
Come Away With Me, Norah JonesI find this song very romantic. Norah Jones' soulful voice calms my nerves.
Teen Gawah, MirzyaThis song from Mirzya that just released a few days ago is one of the most liberating and romantic tracks of recent times. Beautifully penned by Gulzar saab, it brings a smile on my face every time I hear it.
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Does your implants HURT!?.. mine hurt, all the time. Sometimes I feel like I have hot pokers in there stirring things up, other times they get so cold I can't hardly stand it! I have knifes stabbing me under my arm with the same pain shooting down to my elbow.
Now.. I had my recon almost 3 years ago, and it is just getting worst..
Anybody else out there have this trouble?


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This guide is written by Christopher C. Horner. He is a senior fellow at the Competitive Enterprise Institute, an acknowledged expert on global warming legislation and regulation, and has spoken before Senate committees and the European Parliament. He seems fairly well qualified to write on the topic (especially when we consider that the main proponent of global warming is a politician whose college level science grades continue to be a source of embarrassment to him). Horner's thesis is evident from the book's opening lines. "Al Gore and his friends–social, corporate, and media elites, Europeans, and UN aficionados–declare 'global warming' an unprecedented global crisis. Hyped as an environmental nightmare, global warming hysteria is truly the environmentalist's dream come true. It is the perfect storm of demons and perils, and the ideal scare campaign for those who would establish 'global governance' (Jacques Chirac's words in praise of the Kyoto Protocol) with strict control over corporate actions and individual behavior."
In the author's opinion, global warming provides the perfect means of establishing global controls and global governance. It is inherently anti-capitalist and its pedigree is more red than green. "Environmental causes always include–and often are primarily–campaigns to gain more government control over the economy and individual activity. They are never fights for less control or greater liberty." He goes on to attempt to prove this thesis through the first three chapters. From there he dedicates four chapters to refuting what he terms "the convenient lies"–the pillars of those who believe in global warming. He shows that climate is always changing so that the earth is always either getting warmer or colder, disputes the belief that humans are responsible for anything more than a fraction of the world's carbon dioxide production, proves that there is anything but consensus among scientists about whether or not global warming is an imminent threat, shows that global warming is not an earth-wide phenomenon and how men like Al Gore have deliberately tampered with evidence showing this, and proves that humans have not caused the natural disasters that have recently stunned the world (with Hurricane Katrina being the one most fresh in people's minds). From here he dedicates three chapters to "The False Prophets (and Real Profits) of Global Warming" and includes a full chapter to discussing Al Gore's book and film. The final two chapters show the cost America would face if it bought into the alarmist agenda, and especially if it ratified the Kyoto Protocol. In short, he provides evidence that global warming is not the terrifying spectacle many people would have us believe and that we should be awfully careful before we buy into the hype.
Despite the complexity of the topic, I found that the author did quite a good job of making it understandable. There were a few spots where my eyes began to glaze over, but on the whole I enjoyed reading the book. The series' trademark humor and "For Dummies" style helped get me through the tedious parts. Still, I had two complaints about the book. First, while it is obvious that the author is not "against" environmentalism as something less than a wide-ranging political ideology, it would have been nice to see him expend greater effort in affirming the necessity of caring for this world even if we do not buy into the hype. And second, the book could have used a bit more effort from the editorial crew. At times I almost felt that the book had bee rushed out the door in order to put it on store shelves while there is still a market for it. After all, if global warming follows the pattern of previous environmental hype, it will not be long before this book is relegated to the bargain bins. In fact, I hope this proves to be the case!
One thing this book helped me realize is just how complex a subject global warming is and how few people are truly qualified, trained and equipped to make the long-term predictions that are the source of so much hysteria. The book also reaffirmed what I already knew–that this issue simply cannot be separated from politics. There is clearly a great deal of ideology and politics underlying the hysteria. If we seek to know who is behind the hysteria, it seems to me that we need only follow the money trail. If the hysteria continues and nations like Canada and the United States buy into it, countless billions of dollars will leave North America and make their way to Europe, China and other countries that, despite being dependent on America, despise her. Someone is set to benefit from all of this hype. While I do not necessarily know who this person will be, I do know that it is not going to be the average North American consumer. You and I have a lot to lose and we ought to be sure we at least investigate the claims of those who are currently marketing the hype. The proposed "cures" for global warming are unbelievably expensive and will yield results that are absolutely pathetic (to the tune of trillions of dollars being spent to potentially reduce the earth's temperature by an almost imperceptible .08 degrees over fifty years). The message of this book is simply that there is more to this issue that simply protecting the environment,
I love this world God has given to us and entrusted to us. I know that we have not always been faithful stewards of it and have done a great deal of damage to it. And yet I also know that there is a whole lot at stake in the discussion about human-caused global warming. This discussion goes far deeper than its proponents would have us believe. Books like this one, while far from perfect, can at least begin to equip us to see that there is another side to the argument and to provide some balance to the hysteria we hear all around us. I am grateful that this book is available and am grateful also to see others like it slowly beginning to hit store shelves. I hope they can stem the tide.
I believe that human-caused global warming is largely nonsense and is largely driven by unbiblical, anti-God ideology. With this book review I am going on record with that belief. If I am proved wrong, feel free to laugh at me in ten or twenty years when the earth's water levels have risen, when the air is unbreathable, when energy costs have increased exponentially and when the earth is reduced to utter ruin. Just laugh at me. I can take it. But I've got a feeling that twenty years from now we will have moved on to the next big problem and will have forgotten all about global warming, just like we've forgotten all about global cooling. And we will just keep repeating history.Buy from Amazon


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The bad news: I started smoking again. The good news: I quit again already. Smoking is one of those things that nothing good can come of, and yet I really do love it. If it weren't so disgusting and dangerous I'd never quit. I gave up smoking in 2010 and to this day I count quitting among my greatest accomplishments. Once or twice a year since I've shared a cigarette with a friend, but it was overpowering and made me wonder why I'd ever loved it.
Then a few people in my life started using electronic cigarettes and I thought they were the best thing ever! They were less powerful than tobacco cigarettes, but almost as fun. I picked up a disposable e-cigarette (equivalent to a pack or two) once every couple weeks when I was feeling feisty or planning to spend my evening at home with a glass of wine. Then we went on vacation and I wanted an e-cig but couldn't find an inexpensive disposable at the beachside gas station. So I bought a pack of Camels, figuring it was okay to cut loose a little on vacay. Over the next few weeks I started craving cigarettes more and more and before I knew it I was up to half a pack a day.
Smoking is frowned upon no matter what, but I felt especially ashamed to be smoking now that I was a mother. I knew I had to quit. I waited until a week when I was scheduled to work every day, since I've never smoked at this job before. Being in a different environment really helped, but I couldn't have done it without nicotine gum. I used the gum to quit back in 2010 and it was a lifesaver. Because while smoking is a habit, it's also a chemical addiction. You know how sometimes when you're thirsty, it's not necessarily because your throat is dry or any other specifically identifiable issue, but you just want something to drink? Your brain is just telling you, hey, give me some water. That's what craving a cigarette feels like. I want one like a thirsty person wants water, even if I don't want the stink, chest congestion, and carcinogens that come with it. A piece of nicotine gum can help me satisfy that craving and then it's easy for me to slowly back off the gum. I haven't smoked in a week but just writing about it is triggering a craving-good thing I've got a few pieces of gum left!
So why did I start smoking again? The nicotine got me hooked, of course, but why did I start in the first place? I'm not sure. I smoked through most of college and grad school and a lot of people I loved smoked when I was growing up. Despite knowing all the risks I have a lot of positive memories associated with smoking. Maybe at 29, with my career well established and an ever-more-independent toddler at home, I'm a little restless. I'm craving some adventure. This weekend I'm heading to Atlanta to visit my best friend from high school. It'll be the first time I've traveled on my own since Jack was born and I think it'll be good for me. I need some quality time to myself and despite my distaste for driving long distances I think all those hours alone on the open road will give me plenty of time to think.
Even though Nick is a very involved father this will be the first time he's had Jack all to himself for this long. He keeps calling it "Guys' Weekend" and talking about all the fun they're going to have. Hopefully I won't miss them too much! Fingers crossed that I come back feeling more relaxed.
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MACON, Ga.-- Bibb Music Center on Cotton Avenue celebrates 50 years.
They'll celebate with a "Fender Day' on March 30.
MACON, GA.-- Folks lined up along Cotton Avenue for a free cupcake at Amanda's Cakery Monday.
The doors opened promptly at 11 a.m. and remain open until noon.
Patrons have the option of a free vanilla or almond cupcake.
Additional cupcakes are available for purchase.
MACON, GA.--Mercer Village celebrates St. Patrick's Day with an outdoor festival Saturday.
The fun starts at 10 a.m. with local craft and business vendors, inflatables and music by Good Country People.
The party continues in the Village at 7 p.m. with bingo, bagpipes, and music by the Shane Bridges Band and Dirty Sound Professors.
There will also be inflatables fit for kids and adults.
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Jose Fonte has backed Southampton's Pirates of the Caribbean lookalike Dani Osvaldo to sink Sunderland today.
Osvaldo has been nicknamed Johnny Depp by his new team-mates because of the resemblance to Captain Jack Sparrow from the hit movies.
And Italian Osvaldo will look to put the Black Cats to the sword to prove Saints were right to pay Roma £15million for his signature.
Fonte said: "When Dani arrived at the club we told him we had signed Johnny Depp. The lads in the dressing room have been having a bit of fun with him about that and I am sure he is aware of how much he looks like him.
"Hopefully he will bring a bit of Hollywood to us."
The centre-back added: "I saw Dani play a few times and I know he is a top class striker.
"He is quick, strong, skilful and finishes well."
Osvaldo takes Saints' spending to £36m and Fonte said: "Credit to the chairman and manager for bringing these quality players in. They are top players."


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High-Speed, Low-Side PWM Controller
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Mick Mullholland
The wiser heads in that diminished party, Fianna Fail, are getting a fit of the jitters.
Reports of some former Ministers, who lost their seats in 2011, wanting to make a comeback is causing no small level of concern among the Soldiers of Destiny.
There have been reports for some time from deepest Kerry that John O'Donoghue, who resigned as Ceann Comhairle over an expenses scandal, is actively working towards a nomination.
Indeed, it is believed he received a standing ovation at a Fianna Fail gathering in the Kingdom some time back.
At the weekend, former Tanaiste Mary Coughlan, who lost her seat in Donegal, said she has not closed the door completely on running in 2016 but that there is a need for new blood.
Fianna Fail in Mount Street will carefully analyse Ms Coughlan's remark and the fact that she has chosen to give an interview to Radio na Gaeltalchta at this time.
It was assumed that Ms Coughlan had called it a day, but leaving the door open to a comeback sounds suspiciously like testing the waters.
After all, parties will be looking to general elections conventions in the aftermath of next summer's local elections, particularly so in Fianna Fail's case.
The party will have to move promptly to begin the selection of candidates in those constituencies where they have no sitting TD.
That would give the candidate time to get a good profile locally, whether he or she was an elected councillor or otherwise.
It will particularly apply in the new five-seaters of Donegal and Kerry where the party has no sitting TD.
What if no putative candidate emerges for the party in those two constituencies for Fianna Fail from the local elections?
Could it clear the way for Ms Coughlan in Donegal and Mr O'Donoghue in Kerry, if they manage to secure sufficient rank and file support?
The possibility must be sending shivers down the spine of party leader Micheal Martin.
A former Minister or, in Mr O'Donoghue's case, a former Ceann Comhairle, would revive memories of the bad old days for Fianna Fail and the economic destruction of this country.
Fine Gael and Labour and, indeed, the other parties, would rub their hands with glee.
Fianna Fail needs new and young candidates, with no baggage, to fight the next general election.
But the word is that the search is not proving that easy. Some of the sitting councillors, even those without Dail ambitions, are reportedly not enthusiastic about moving aside for new blood in a reduced local election base.
Time will tell. But new men and women on the block will be critical to Fianna Fail's recovery. There is, unfortunately, no indication in the interview that Ms Coughlan is in the mood for apologising to the Irish people for the sorry mess, as Mr Martin has done. Contrition does not appear to come easily to some of those who participated in the economic destruction of the country.
Incredibly, Ms Coughlan is more interested in shooting the messenger than dealing with the message.
She remarks on how difficult it was for her family when the media covered the huge waste of money in the job training agency, Fas, and the handsome 1.1 million euro retirement package for chief executive Roddy Molloy.
"Crowds of journalists would follow me, running down the road after me…they took most of what I said out of context,'' she said.
She made no reference to the waste of public money and how the unfortunate taxpayer was picking up the bill.
She even went so far as to say it was possible the media had an agenda.
A media agenda, when it was compellingly obvious that public money had been wasted!
Even Mr Cowen, who showed a lamentable inability in the Dail to call a spade and spade on the issue, did not remotely go that far.
Two years time, when she is 50, Ms Coughlan will collect a Dail and ministerial pension worth 140,000 euro.
That will be on top of the 353,000 she received as a farewell package when she lost her seat. Contrast that financial cushion with the lot of many Irish people, not least the unfortunate young who are daily making what are in many cases tear-stained forced exits from a country that has utterly failed them.
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When Do Babies Start Teething?
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Teething is a milestone in your babies life that every parent dreads. It is a slow and arduous process that causes sleepless nights for both you and your child. It is never pleasant to see your baby in pain. When you combine your babies anguish with sleep deprivation, the result can be one of the most challenging times of your life.
Did you know that babies actually develop tiny tooth buds while in the womb? These tiny little teeth will slowly protrude through your babies gums starting at about 6 months. They can also come as early as 4 months or as late as a year depending on the development of your child.
What is teething?
Teething is the process of your baby developing their first teeth. These baby teeth are known as primary teeth. Another common name for your babies first nashers is milk teeth.
As you know, all babies are not created equal. I have twins and our babies could not react more different when it comes to teething. My daughter Mathilda is super chilled and sleeps through every night despite teething. My son Max, on the other hand, wakes up almost every night screaming in agony from the pain of teething.
When do babies start teething?
These tiny little teeth will slowly protrude through your babies gums starting at about six months.Your babies teeth can also come as early as four months or as late as one year depending on the development of your child.
When do babies start teething?
This is the question that parents really should be asking. When will my baby stop teething? When am I going to sleep again? Will I get my old sleeping pattern back? I cannot answer all of these questions. I can reassure you however that teething will not last forever. There are always exceptions but most babies will have completed the teething process by the age of three.
When do babies start teething? 3 Top Tips from Dr Paul S. Casamassimo, Paediatric dentist and chief policy analyst for the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
I would like to thank Dr Paul S. Casamassimo, Paediatric dentist and chief policy analyst for the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. He gave me some very useful information that will help all parents with children that are teething.
Tip 1. When should I start brushing my babies teeth? How should they do it?
Start brushing your child's teeth as soon as they come in, at least twice a day with a toothbrush designed for small children. After breakfast and before bed are the best times. Parents should use a tiny smear of fluoride toothpaste on the brush. The brushing has limited benefit, especially in young children who are largely immune to gum disease. Plaque removal is a hygiene function of brushing, but only with fluoride toothpaste does brushing have an anti-cavity benefit.
Tip 2. Why should they start brushing their teeth?
Because babies can get cavities. For example, when a child is given a bottle with sugar-containing drinks such as milk, formula or fruit juice, the teeth are under attack by bacterial acid for extended periods. This can cause cavities in babies called "early childhood caries," formerly known as "baby bottle tooth decay. If you put your baby to sleep with a bottle, use nothing but water.
Tip 3. What can happen if you do not brush your babies' teeth with fluoride toothpaste?
They are at risk for teeth decay. Here are some facts about the importance of good oral health for babies:
•Early childhood caries compromises the health, development and quality of life of young children.
•Most parents don't know that dental caries makes a child more vulnerable to problems in other parts of the body, affects eating, and can cause chronic pain that affects development.
•Dental disease has a negative impact on a child's capacity to learn, speak clearly, receive adequate nutrition, or even get a good night's sleep.
•A child with a healthy mouth has an easier time eating, speaking, sleeping, playing, going to school and paying attention in class.
What cannot be emphasized enough is the importance of a dental home for a baby. We encourage parents to take their baby to see a pediatric dentist by the first birthday or six months after the first tooth comes in. This will ensure that they are armed with the right information to help prepare their child for a healthy smile for a lifetime.
For more on "When do babies start teething? " parents should visit mychildrensteeth.org to learn more about the importance of early oral care for kids.
When do babies start teething? A Time Frame
Your child's teeth will usually, but not always, come in the following order:
The Upper Teeth – When do babies start teething?
- 8-12 Months – The Central Incisors
- 9-13 Months – Lateral Incisor
- 16-22 months – Canine
- 13-99 months – The first molars
- 25- 33 months – The second molars
The Lower Teeth – When do babies start teething?
- 6-10 months – Incisors
- 10-16 months – Incisors
- 17-23 months – Canine
- 14-18 months – Molar
- 23 – 32 months – Molar
When do babies start teething? The 12 Signs & Symptoms of Baby Teething
1.Biting more than usual
As Your baby starts to develop their first set of tiny teeth they will feel pressure on their gums. This comes from the teeth slowly trying to find their way through. The pressure from the teeth can be relieved by counter pressure. This can come in the form of biting or chewing. You will notice that your baby begins to teeth on just about everything they can get their mouth on. Edges of beds, tables, toys and even fingers. Do not be alarmed by this behaviour it is completely normal. There are many baby teething toys that will help to ease your baby's pain.
2.Swollen and inflamed gums
When your baby is teething you may notice that he or she has puffy or swollen gums. The pressure of the teeth pushing through can cause the gum to become inflamed and look bruised or raw. If you can manage to get your baby to hold his or her mouth open for longer than a millisecond you see the tooth bulging through the gum.
My children both suffered from a mild fever when teething. Albeit only slight their body temperatures were a higher than normal while teething. Although some doctors disagree with that a temperature can coincide with teething many parents beg to differ
When your little one's teeth are breaking through the gums it is uncomfortable on many levels. The pressure and the pain in gums cause your baby to drool. This excess drool can cause chafing. Your baby may also break out in a facial rash.
Quite often when your baby is teething they can suffer from Diahorrea. If there is an absence of fever, he/she is sleeping well and has not tried any new foods then the diarrhoea is more than likely from teething.
Teething is very irritating for your baby and it may be the reason for the unexplained tear. Contrary to common belief your babies "milk teeth" do not cut through his/her gums. Instead of cutting through the gums, hormones are released that cause cells in the gums to die to allow the teeth to come through. While this process is irritating it is not actually painful. The pain comes from the irritation that goes hand in hand with teething.
7.Teeth protruding through the Gums
This is the most blatantly obvious of all the symptoms of your baby teething. From the fourth month on you may see a little tiny rice grain shaped white mark on your babies gum. Initially, this may be hard to attribute to teeth but in time this rice grain will grow into a fully fledged baby tooth.
8.Coughing and or gagging
Coughing and or gagging are sure signs that your little one may be teething. The coughing and gagging are not as a direct result of the teeth but rather the excess saliva that collects in their mouth and flows into their throat.
9.Drooling like crazy
After birth, your baby will drool and slobber like a hungry dog. As they learn to control their swallowing ability they drool dissipates. Thee drool stops until about 4 months late when they start teething. Your babies body will create saliva to lubricate their tender gums.
10.Interrupted Sleeping patterns
You once had a baby that slept through the night. You told your friends how easy it is to be a parent and how you are sleeping well. Then suddenly you were made to eat your words. Your baby started teething and boom, you're surviving on only 4 hours of broken sleep per night. It is not your babies fault the discomfort of teething causes discomfort which means interrupted sleep. This can come in three forms. Sleeping later, waking up in the middle of the night or waking up earlier. Hopefully, not all three.
11.Decreased appetite
It is very common for teething babies to flat out refuse food. Their mouth is irritated and in pain and feeding just causes further discomfort. It may be difficult but you have to make sure that your baby is eating enough no matter how irritated they are.
12.Pulling of ears and rubbing of chin and cheeks
When your baby is teething they will feel a lot of pressure on their jaw and face. To counteract the feeling of pressure they will pull their ears, rub their jaw and press their chin. My son tends to punch himself in the face like a boxer preparing for a fight. Tips and tricks to alleviate the pain.
Natural Teething Remedies( that really help your Baby)
1.Lower inflammation
When your baby is teething their gums can often become inflamed. You want to do everything in your power to reduce the pain. A natural way to reduce the discomfort is by reducing the inflammation. This can be done in a number of ways.
Firstly, there are foods that you want to avoid and foods that you want to increase. Foods that can increase inflammation include dairy, processed foods, processed sugars, pasta and rice. Foods that will decrease inflammation are lean protein, fresh fruit & veg, Omega-3 fatty acids, whole grains, dark leafy greens like kale, ginger, turmeric and garlic.
Secondly, you need to do your best to decrease stress levels. In addition to eating well and breastfeeding you need to make sure that your baby is getting both enough exercise and rest. Decreased stress will help to reduce the inflammation that your baby has to cope with.
2.Boost the immune system
When your baby is teething they may also suffer from a fever. When your baby has a fever their immune system will be weaker than normal. It is important for you to try and boost your babies immune system to ensure that they do are not dealing with teething and cold. There are many ways of naturally boosting your babies immune system. These include breastfeeding, giving your baby organic baby Vitamin D supplements and baby probiotics
3. Teething Toys
You will notice that when your baby is teething they will try to munch on just about anything. This is a natural reaction to try and relieve the discomfort of teething. Luckily, their bed or the table is not the only thing that they have to chew on. There is an array of options for your baby to chew on that will help a lot. There are many different types of wooden teething rings and non-toxic silicone teething toys to help you both cope with the pain.
4. Cold
Using cold to help your baby when he or she is teething is not just an old wives tale. It is a very effective way of soothing the pain that goes hand in hand with teething. Not only is natural but is one of the most cost-effective ways of helping to ease the pain of your babies sore gums. There are many frozen teething toys that will certainly help you and your baby out. You will be happy to know that you do not have to break the bank to use cold as a relief. Simply freezing a wet cloth, spoon or pretty much any (non-dangerous) household item to help reduce the swelling. Another great option is cold apple(or any fruit) puree.
Applying something cold to help numb the gums is very effective and soothing for teething pain. There are several easy and virtually free ways to do this with things you probably already have in your home.
5.Homeopathic and Herbal Remedies
I am not a believer in giving babies drugs or any other painkillers to soothe a babies pain. There are numerous homoeopathic and herbal remedies that are safer and healthier for your child. Chamomile is very relaxing for your baby and it can be consumed in many ways. It can be sipped in Chamomile tea or taken as an essential oil. Essential oils can be added to your babies drink. There are also homoeopathic teething tablets that will help provide great relief for your baby's sore gums
Thanks for taking the time to read this guide. I hope it helped you out. I would love to hear from you about other remedies that you have used to help teething babies.


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Peter has held various honorary positions on the executive committees of Brisbane Junior Chamber of Commerce Inc.(Vice President, 2002), Leads Club, Collabrio, Blue Nursing Service, Southside Chamber of Commerce, Anglican Church Grammar School Old Boys' Committee, GPS Past Students Association Ball Committee, Viking Masonic Lodge and various branches of the Liberal Party of Australia and the LNP.
Peter was educated at Church of England Grammar School, Brisbane (Churchie) and graduated with a Bachelor of Laws from Queensland Institute of Technology (now Q.U.T.) in 1985.
Peter has twenty-five years continuous experience as a lawyer in the Brisbane city, suburban and semi-rural (Cleveland/Redlands) environments as a general practitioner with particular emphasis in the areas of family law, business contracts, commercial leases, deceased estate administration and civil and commercial litigation.
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Happy Thursday!
We have a couple patches of wild blackberries up on the mountain and they are starting to grow! I'm pretty thrilled about this because I love them so much, especially tart ones. I've already started eating them even though they still have a ways to grow, haha. Hopefully I can keep my hands off them long enough so I can freeze a batch to make some blackberry cobbler for the wedding.
What's your favorite berry?
Happy Thursday!
Happy Thursday!
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- AnonymousJune 14, 2012 at 10:48 AM
Bon apetit :)ReplyDelete
I can't believe you have berries already, even if they're not ripe. Here in the NW, we don't even have flowers on the vines yet. Crazypants.ReplyDelete
yum! I do love some good blackberries, but raspberries truly hold my heart.ReplyDelete
Gotta love raspberries for home made jam!ReplyDelete
Sweet :) Our raspberry plants are growing but we are moving so were going to have to replant them, I'm excited to eat them when they are ready!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJune 14, 2012 at 1:21 PM
Mmm! Blackberry cobbler!! I have never had but that sounds lovely! I have got to say i am a massive strawberry fan, win win every time xxxxReplyDelete
They look so good!ReplyDelete
I love blueberries! and strawberries :)
Blackberries are pretty much God's gift to this world. LOVE THEM!!!!!ReplyDelete
I love blackberries too, definitely my favorite!ReplyDelete
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John Oliver Advises World Leaders: Stars, Movie Quotes are Keys to Acceptance
On Sunday's Last Week Tonight, John Oliver took on the U.N. General Assembly and Indian prime minister Narendra Modi's scene-stealing performance in New York.
Oliver began by joking that the U.N. confab is "the annual event where delegates come from all over the world to f— up this city's traffic," a sentiment anyone trying to navigate around Manhattan last week knew to be very true.
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He then focused his attention on Modi, saying that he made the biggest impact in his time in the city, including appearing at Saturday night's Global Citizen Festival and hosting a sold-out speech Sunday morning at Madison Square Garden.
At the former, Modi ended his remarks to the crowd, standing in front of Hugh Jackman, by saying "May the force be with you!"
"That is a power move right there: Standing next to Wolverine and throwing out Star Wars quotes," Oliver said.
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"Let me say this to all other world leaders: This is the new bar! Do not turn up to this city again unless you are with an A-list movie star and throwing out quotes from films that they were definitely not in," he added.
Watch Oliver's full segment about Modi taking Manhattan, including his suggestions for other movie quote-star pairings for world leaders.
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Wall Street sinks to 1-month low on US-China trade jitters amid recession fears
The sell-off wrapped up a tumultuous week, which saw the U.S. Federal Reserve cut interest rates for the first time since 2008 and a renewal of trade war fears following a tweet by U.S. President Donald Trump announcing plans to impose additional tariffs on $300 billion of Chinese imports on Sept 1.
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Wall Street extended its sell-off on Friday as renewed U.S.-China trade jitters and a slowdown in job growth put all three major US stock indexes on pace for their worst week since December, when markets hit their trough amid recession fears. The S&P 500 and the blue-chip Dow looked set to post their fifth consecutive day of losses, marking the S&P 500`s first five-day losing streak since mid-March. The Nasdaq was on track for its fourth down day in a row.
The sell-off wrapped up a tumultuous week, which saw the U.S. Federal Reserve cut interest rates for the first time since 2008 and a renewal of trade war fears following a tweet by U.S. President Donald Trump announcing plans to impose additional tariffs on $300 billion of Chinese imports on Sept 1.
A report from Labour Department on Friday showed that nonfarm payrolls increased by 164,000 jobs last month, in line with expectations.
"The 164,000 gain in non-farm payrolls in July illustrates that, for all the concern over weak global growth and trade policy, the domestic economy is still holding up reasonably well," said Andrew Hunter, senior U.S. economist at Capital Economics in London.
"President Donald Trump`s move to re-escalate tensions with China has clearly increased the pressure on the Fed to deliver further policy loosening," Hunter added. "But the relative resilience of employment growth suggests that trade tensions alone won`t necessarily be enough to convince officials to cut rates again."
The CBOE Volatility index, a gauge of investor anxiety, was on a path to close at its highest level in two months.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 155.36 points, or 0.58%, to 26,428.06, the S&P 500 lost 24.58 points, or 0.83%, to 2,928.98 and the Nasdaq Composite dropped 118.91 points, or 1.47%, to 7,992.21.
Of the 11 major sectors in the S&P 500, eight were trading lower. Technology companies, which get a sizeable portion of their revenue from China, were the hardest hit, down 1.75%. This sector was weighed by iPhone maker Apple Inc and chipmakers.
The tech-heavy Nasdaq was set for its biggest one day percentage drop in two and a half months.
The Philadelphia Semiconductor index slipped 1.7%, while shares of Apple fell 2.2%. Second quarter earnings season has passed its halfway mark, with 380 of the companies in the S&P 500 having reported. Of those, 73.9% have beaten analyst expectations.
New tariff threats dragged oil prices lower for the week, as Exxon Mobil and Chevron reported quarterly results. Exxon topped analyst expectations but fell year-on-year, while Chevron`s earnings rose 26% in line with forecasts. Exxon Mobil`s and Chevron`s shares were down 1.5%, and 0.1%, respectively.
Sprint Corp shares dropped 6.2% even after reporting fewer-than-expected phone subscriber losses in the quarter.
Restaurant Brands International jumped 6.3%, after quarterly profits topped expectations.
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The National Cadet Corps is the Indian military cadet corps with its Headquarters at New Delhi. It is open to school and college students on voluntary basis. National Cadet Corps is a Tri-Services Organization, comprising the Army, Navy and Air Force, engaged in grooming the youth of the country into disciplined and patriotic citizens. The National Cadet Corps in India is a voluntary organization which recruits cadets from high schools, colleges and Universities all over India. The Cadets are given basic military training in small arms and parades. The officers and cadets have no liability for active military service once they complete their course but are given preference over normal candidates during selections based on the achievements in the corps.
NCC Flag Contains NCC Crest in gold in the middle, with the letters "NCC" encircled by a wreath of seventeen Lotus with a background in Red, Blue and Light blue. Red depicts the Army, Deep Blue depicts the Navy and Light Blue depicts the Air Force. The seventeen Lotuses represent the 17 State Directorates. "UNITY AND DISCIPLINE" (EKTA AUR ANUSHASAN) is written at the bottom of the NCC Flag.
The National Cadet Corps (NCC) has its genesis in the University Corps, which was created under the Defense Act, 1917 with the object to make up the shortage of the Army. In 1920, when the Indian Territorial Act was passed, the University Corps was replaced by the University Training Corps (UTC) in 1942, the UTC was renamed as the University Officers Training Corps (UOTC). The need to create a youth organization at National level to train the young boys and girls to be better citizens and future leaders of our great country in all walks of life, including Defence forces, was rightly realized by our leaders. A Committee under Pandit H.N. Kunzru was set up in 1946 at the behest of our first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. The NCC came into existence on 16th July, 1948 under the NCC Act XXXVI of 1948 under the Ministry of Defence (MOD).
The Motto of the NCC is 'UNITY AND DISCIPLINE' which was adopted on 23 Dec 1957.
In 1954 the existing tricolor flag was introduced. The three colors in the flag depict the three Services of the Corps, Red for the Army, Deep Blue for the Navy and Light Blue for the Air Force. The letters NCC and the NCC crest in gold in the middle of the flag encircled by a wreath of lotus, give the flag a colorful look and a distinct identity. Each lotus represents one NCC Directorate(Dte).
The aims of NCC as approved by MOD in Mar 2001 are as under:
"I do hereby solemnly promise that I will serve my motherland most truly and loyally and that, I will abide by the rules and regulations of the National Cadet Corps. Further under the command and control of my commanding officer I will participate in every camp most sincerely and wholeheartedly. We the cadet of the National Cadet Corps, do solemnly pledge that we shall always uphold the unity of India. We resolve to be disciplined and responsible citizen of our nation. We shall undertake positive community service in the spirit of selflessness and concern for our fellow beings"
Senior Division and Senior Wing:
A unit has been started from Aug 2011, by 60 cadets and sanctioned by 39 KAR BN NCC, Later its transferred to 7KAR BN NCC, in the year of 2013 Aug, strength of 108. The NCC unit of Seshadripuram First Grade College, Yelahanka New Town, Bengaluru-64 is granted by 7 KAR BN NCC Bengaluru-01 Coming under "Bengaluru 'B' GROUP" in the Karnataka & Goa Directorate, Bengaluru. Every year 108 Cadets are on enrolling in this unit with Asst. Prof. Sri. Ramesh. M as the Associate NCC Officer.
Regular activities like Drill, Rifile Drill, Map Reading, Weapon Training, Field Craft and Battle Craft etc, are being imparted to the cadets as per the syllabus framed by NCC Directorate, Bengaluru.
Anti Drug Rally, Swachcha Bharath Abhiyan, Yoga, Independence Day, Republic Day, Kargil Vijaya Diwas, Road Safety Rally, Blood Donation, Army Awareness, NCC Inter collegiate competition and NCC Day celebration are the other programs conducted by SFGC, NCC 7KAR BN, Bengaluru, in which our cadets will take an activities role.
A unit is running successfully various NCC activities and programmes. CSUO. Seshadri.S had completed TSC-IDS in the year 2015-16 and Cdt. Prasanna. M had completed Republic Day parade in Rajpath in the year 2016-17 and also he is been awarded as Chief Minister award in Singh 2017-2018. Suo Vishal Singh have completed the Republic Day parade in 2017-2018 and awarded as DDG(Deputy Director General) award. Our cadets participated various camps like All India Trekking Camp, Special National Intigration Camp and National Intigration Camp, Inter Group Camp, Pre-RDC camp, etc., in the last five years.
Our NCC wing is an infantry unit under 7 Karnataka Battalion NCC. Through NCC, we aim to Groom our students into models of discipline and patriotism. Develop in them character, commandership, leadership, secular outlook, spirit of adventure and selfless service. Transform them into trained and motivated human resource who will lead the nation in all walks of life.
Motivate them to join the armed forces and serve the nation. We provide equal opportunity to boys and girls to join NCC, take part in all its activities, which include, besides regular parades and camps, community development and social service programmes, training for assisting civil defense authorities in rescue work in war zones and natural calamities and traffic control. Our students are encouraged to join the NCC and thereby enhance their career potential and take advantage of preferential consideration in defence as well as civil recruitment.
NCC Student Prasanna participated in Republic Day Parade 2017 and the photograph with Rashtrapathi and other Dignitaries