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Amsterdam, February 21, 2014 - From 1971-1982 Air Force reservists, who flew in about 34 dioxin-contaminated aircraft used to spray Agent Orange and returned to the US following discontinuation of the herbicide spraying operations in the Vietnam War, were exposed greater levels of dioxin than previously acknowledged, according to a study published today in Environmental Research.
"These findings are important because they describe a previously unrecognized source of exposure to dioxin that has health significance to those who engaged in the transport work using these aircraft," says lead investigator Peter A. Lurker, PhD, PE, CIH, an environmental engineer with many years of experience evaluating environmental exposures in the Air Force.
During the Vietnam War, in an operation known as "Operation Ranch Hand," approximately 20 million gallons of herbicides, including around 10.5 million gallons of dioxin-contaminated Agent Orange, were sprayed by about 34 C-123 aircraft. These aircraft were subsequently returned to the US and were used by Air Force reserve units between 1971 and 1982 for transport operations. After many years without monitoring, tests revealed the presence of dioxin (also known as TCDD). All but three of the aircraft were smelted down in 2009.
The Air Force and Department of Veterans Affairs have previously denied benefits to these crew members. Current policies stipulate that "non-biologically available dried residues" of chemical herbicides and dioxin would not have led to meaningful exposures to flight crew and maintenance personnel, who are therefore ineligible for Agent Orange-related benefits or medical examinations and treatment.
Researchers estimated dioxin body burden using modeling algorithms developed by the US Army and data derived from surface wipe samples collected from aircraft used in Operation Ranch Hand. They compared estimates with available guidelines and standards and discuss the implications with respect to current Air Force and VA policies.
These models suggest that the potential for dioxin exposure to personnel working in the aircraft post-Vietnam is greater than previously believed and that inhalation, ingestion, and skin absorption were likely to have occurred during post-Vietnam use of the aircraft by aircrew and maintenance staff. The estimated dermal and oral exposure exceeded US standards. The estimated airborne contamination exceeded the only available (German) standard.
"Our findings, the results of three different modelling approaches, contrast with Air Force and VA conclusions and policies," concludes senior author Jeanne Mager Stellman, PhD, Professor Emerita of Health Policy and Management at the Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University, New York. "The VA concept of a 'dried residue' that is biologically unavailable is not consistent with widely accepted theories of the behavior of surface residues. Aircraft occupants would have been exposed to airborne dioxin-contaminated dust as well as come into direct skin contact, and our models show that the level of exposure is likely to have exceeded several available exposure guidelines."
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"Post Vietnam Military Herbicide Exposures in UC-123 Agent Orange Spray Aircraft," by Peter A. Lurker, Fred Berman, Richard W. Clapp, Jeanne Mager Stellman. Environmental Research, published online on February 21 (Volume 130, 2014), DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2014.02.004.
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ULU TIRAM: Johor will start an online registration system for its affordable housing scheme to ensure that the houses are build based on the demand from eligible buyers.
Mentri Besar Datuk Mohamad Khaled Nordin said that the online registration system is currently being developed and it would be implemented in the middle of next year.
He said with the system in place the state government's agencies and private developers tasked to build the affordable houses would be able to better plan the construction of the houses.
"The online registration system will ensure only genuine and eligible buyers will benefit and not those who already owned houses and speculators," Mohamed Khaled said.
He assured that the 28,000 units of affordable houses to be built statewide including 20,000 in Iskandar Malaysia within the next five years would be allocated to the right people.
Mohamed Khaled said this in a press conference at the handing over of 154 units of low-cost houses costing RM80,000 each unit in Kampung Oren here developed by Johor Corporation's (JCorp) entity Johor Land Bhd.
He said the online system would also give a clearer picture on the needs of affordable houses in Johor including which areas where the affordable housing scheme should take place.
"We want to avoid building the affordable houses only at certain areas; hence leaving the other areas less developed or without development for the people,'' Mohamed Khaled added.
He said the state government also planned to extend the online registration to cover non-affordable residential properties to see the demand and supply in the property market.
Mohamed Khaled said this would assist developers to plan their projects carefully and only build houses based on the real demand from prospective buyers to avoid property overhang.
In a separate matter, he said the contract of JCorp president and chief executive officer Datuk Kamaruzzaman Abu has been extended for another three years beginning January 1, 2014.

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If Gov. Christie faced Hillary Clinton in an election today, New Jersey voters would support Clinton by double-digits. A new Rutgers-Eagleton Poll shows in a hypothetical 2016 race, 49 percent of registered voters say they would support Clinton and 39 percent would support Clinton. That gap has remained at about 10 points for some time. Clinton has a more positive image too, with a 56 percent favorability rating to Christie's 44 percent.
"It probably makes sense that there is little movement in a hypothetical matchup two years before the actual election," said David Redlawsk, director of the Eagleton Center for Public Interest Polling and professor of political science at Rutgers University. "Still, Christie starts down double-digits in his home state if both he and Clinton are the nominees."
The poll found "55 percent say the governor's choices in signing or vetoing bills have been more about a potential presidential run, rather than what's good for the state. In addition, 41 percent think Christie's travel schedule outside of the state for fundraising and campaigning has hurt his ability to govern. But 52 percent say his travels have made no difference to his ability to govern."


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With May just around the corner, I thought sharing some pages from May a few years ago would be fun.
I've told you before that I usually make a calendar page for each month in our albums. For me, they are a fun way to keep up with the little details of life for which we don't have pictures. When my girls were little they were also a great way to keep up with all those developmental milestones.
You can click on either of these pages to view them larger.
Both of these pages, I created on my own…a rare feat for me. It usually takes me so much longer that I start with some kind of template in order to complete pages rather than get stuck.
The bottom page I tried out a few new techniques I was learning at the time. You can read a little about those techniques in the what I used section below.
What I used:
ü Simply Beautiful Digital Power Palette for PC
ü Simply Beautiful Spring Digital Addition for PC
ü Simply Beautiful Summer Digital Addition for PC
Page 1
The calendar was a freebie back in 2010 that I could not find a link for you to download.
Another way you could make a calendar is by using the calendar feature in SBC 4.0. It is found under the insert tab. You simply drag the size of the calendar you want to create it. Then right click on the calendar and click on format calendar in order to customize the look of your calendar.
o Simply Beautiful Paper 11 (background)
o Simply Beautiful Mat 7 behind the calendar(Mat for calendar)from spring kit
o Butterfly Leaf Vine from spring kit
o Strawberry 1 from summer kit
Font Used:
Page 2
o Simply Beautiful Paper 12 (background)
o Artwork for Race for Cure shirt – I just found it online and added it in(middle paper).
o I added 2 strips of paper top and bottom of the Race for the Cure artwork. I filled them with pink sampled from the medals we are wearing in the pictures.
o I applied the same technique to add the rectangle I used as the background for my journaling. For this paper, I added a block surface with the magnification and contrast making it appear like glitter. It also gives it a slightly different color than the pink ribbon.
o The 2 round 'stickers' were made cutting a circle out of paper then adding a 3D filter to it to give it the illusion of being puffy like a sticker. Finally, I added either the ribbon or the 'Go Pink' on top of the 'sticker.'
o The One More Mile and the pink label behind the words Race for the Cure were freebies I found way back when, that I couldn't find for you now.
Font Used:
Girls are Weird (Journaling)
Holiday Home (Race for the Cure on the pink label)
If you want to purchase any of the Creative Memories products, please see your own consultant. If you don't have a consultant, click on the links above. That will take you to my consultants' site. If you order, let her know you were referred by my blog.
Click over to my blog to continue reading this post.
© 2011-2013 The Real Thing with the Coake Family. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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Colton Formation (Eocene: Fluviatile) and Associated Lacustrine Beds, Gunnison Plateau, Central Utah
Creators:Marcantel, Emily L.
Weiss, Malcolm P.
Issue Date:1968-01
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Citation:The Ohio Journal of Science. v68 n1 (January, 1968), 40-49
The Colton Formation consists mostly of fluvial (floodplain and channel) deposits that are less resistant and more highly colored than the adjacent lacustrine beds of the Flagstaff and Green River Formations. The contrast between the fluviatile and lacustrine strata is indicated by several lithic and faunal characteristics that occur in a short stratigraphic interval, and that permit precise and regionally persistent recognition of the limits of the Colton Formation. The Colton is distinguished by: 1) red, yellow, or brown, fine- to medium-grained, micaceous, feldspathic subangular sandstones that are crossbedded, thick-bedded, laterally non-persistent, and typically lens-shaped in cross-section; 2) red, green, or purple, somewhat silty or sandy mudrocks and shales that are poorly fossiliferous and poorly bedded; 3) limestone beds, locally of pastel colors, that are generally less than 1 foot thick, non-persistent, tough, platy and poorly fossiliferous; 4) far fewer fossil snails and clams than the regionally continuous carbonate units of the middle and upper Flagstaff Formation. In contrast, lacustrine beds that bound the Colton Formation are characterized by the following features; 1) pale grey, fine-grained, subrounded sandstones, without crossbedding, that are rather thin and widespread (Flagstaff only); 2) yellow-brown or gray, thin-bedded, tough and platy limy shales that are fossiliferous and interbedded with limestone and dolomite units; 3) limestones and dolomites of several petrographic types that are two feet thick or more, and laterally persistent. When distinguished by the sum of these characteristics, the Colton consists in the central Gunnison Plateau of a northward-thinning wedge. From a thickness of 800 feet at South Maple Canyon, it thins to less that 550 feet at Wales Canyon, north of which it has been removed by erosion. The formation becomes much more clastic toward the north in the area studied.
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Where are you based?
I live in Montreal, Canada but I'm originally from the UK. I shoot all over the world but most regularly in Canada and the UK.
How much do you charge for travel for UK weddings?
Zero pounds. I'm back in the UK all the time anyway, plus I get to see my mom, hang with my mates, go to a decent pub and stock up on M&S tea.
Can we drop a few hours from our package to save some cash?
I prefer to stay for the whole day and photograph the wedding in full so that all your images really tell the story of the day. And I hate missing the bad dancing and general messiness of the evening party. I don't charge by the hour so cutting hours won't save you any money anyway.
What about if we pay cash?
I'm still gonna pay my taxes like a good boy so paying cash is fine but won't save you any money I'm afraid.
Do we need a second photographer?
You probably don't NEED one but there are certain advantages if you do have two photographers. I can't be in two places at once (I'm working on that) so if you want photos of the boys and the girls getting ready in two locations, a second photographer is a definite bonus. With 2 photographers you'll get two viewpoints on things like the ceremony & speeches and you'll have more photos of your guests when you're busy doing other stuff like family photos and the couple portraits. And, of course, you'll end up with a lot more photos after the wedding.
A second photographer may be extra useful for weddings with a large number of guests too.
Do you take any family group photos?
Of course. I think these are important pictures but I suggest limiting group shots to maybe 5 or 6 groups so that we can do these quickly and not interrupt the day for more than 15 minutes or so. I almost always do one group shot of the couple with all the wedding guests together.
How long do you stay on the wedding day?
As long as you let me! In other words, from the getting ready stage to the drunk-on-the-dancefloor stage. After midnight, extra charges will apply.
Where will you travel to shoot a wedding?
Anywhere… Except for North Korea and Beirut. Actually, Beirut's fine too.
I've been lucky enough to photograph weddings in Iceland, the US, Thailand, Italy, Ireland, Croatia, Mexico, the UK and Canada.
For destination weddings (excluding the UK) I just ask that travel expenses and accommodation are covered. For UK weddings I may ask that 2 nights accommodation is covered.
When can we see our pictures?
Your wedding photos are usually ready to view 6-8 weeks after the wedding. A slideshow of the best images will be set to music and available to watch online. I will then put your online gallery up with all the finished images where you can download the files and order high-quality prints to frame around the house.
Will we get every photo you take on the wedding day?
In a word, no. I will take a large number of photos which will be edited down to the final selection I deliver to you. Repetition, missed focus and unflattering facial expressions are amongst the reasons photos may miss the cut. The important thing is that anything worth delivering, you will get and photos are never held back for the sake of numbers.
Can we make prints from the hi-res files?
Absolutely! All the photos you receive are hi-res, edited and ready to print. I can give you a list of places I recommend for quality printing.
Who owns the copyright to our wedding photos?
I own the copyright but you have permission to print and share all your photos. This means I can use the images for my website, marketing, etc but you are free to print, email and upload to Facebook at your leisure.
What kind of albums do you offer?
Our albums are hand-made to order Vision Art. We love their beautiful, modern albums and you will too.
You choose the images you'd like for the album and then I'll send you a proof of the layout before we order a gorgeous album for you. More info RIGHT HERE.
How many pictures can we have in the album?
As many as you like! The most we've had in one album is 171 images!
Where can we go for our engagement shoot?
Almost anywhere. I like to shoot somewhere different and a place that means something to you but I can also suggest places if you're happy to go with my ideas. For certain locations, I may ask for travel expenses to be covered.
What do we do with the images from our engagement shoot?
Many people have a bespoke book made for guests to sign on the wedding day, or perhaps have a print framed for signing. Others have used a framed print as gifts for parents or had a canvas for their own home. Some just like having better Facebook profile photos than their friends!
Do you have a web gallery for friends and family to purchase prints after the day?
Yep. All the images will be put into your personal online gallery where your friends and relatives can view them and order prints or download their favourite photos. We're more than happy to send prints anywhere in the world.
How long do you keep the files?
We are legally responsible for your images for 12 months from the wedding date. Although we have never deleted a wedding yet.
What cameras do you use?
Big black heavy expensive ones with lots of lovely round glass attached.
Can you recommend a great videographer/band/florist…?
Yep. Contact us with anything you're struggling to find.
How far in advance of the wedding do we need to book you?
Certain dates are more popular than others and it's always best to secure your photographer as early as you can. Bookings can be taken up to 3 years before the wedding date but it's not out of the question for me to accept a booking with just a few days' notice.
Do you require a deposit for bookings?
Yep. For weddings, a 50% retainer is requested to secure that all-important date, with the balance of the fee payable 2 months before the wedding.
Do you just shoot weddings?
I actually started out as a music photographer and still photograph bands on an almost weekly basis. I also shoot a lot of family portraits, the occasional proposal and editorial portraits. I like photographing people.
Are you fully insured?
Absolutely. I have public liability and professional indemnity insurances. I can provide copies of these certificates if required.
What's the best way to get in touch?
Send me an email and I'll get right back to you.
Can we see what some of your previous clients have said?
Go on then…
"Steve, I honestly am lost for words. Those pictures are perfect. You are king of the world! I am beyond happy. We absolutely bloody love them!"
"We know a few professional photographers who were initially upset that we didn't ask them to capture our day. They were only upset until they saw the images Steve captured, then even they admitted that the guy is on a completely different level to the vast majority of photographers and they aspire to one day be that good.Can't thank you enough, we're overwhelmed honestly, awesome."
"After the wedding and all the fun is over, you're left with your memories and your photos. My husband and I still say that Steve was by far the best money we spent on our wedding. He captured the best photos in such a great way. We really enjoyed having him at our wedding – top marks for a top man!"
"As a wedding photographer myself, Steve was always who I wanted to photograph our wedding. His friendly, approachable demeanour, coupled with a complete command of a truly unique array of photographic technique, we're the perfect match for us. In a word, awesome."
"Steve made us feel so relaxed and at ease. He listened to us and captured the style that we were after. The photos are a work of art and completely different to the usual posed wedding photographs you normally get. I loved the mix of urban style."
"We loved Steve from day one, his style was exactly what we were looking for. Both my wife and I got on with him immediately and new we would be perfectly relaxed around him which was important for me as I am not used to having my photo taken. The engagement photo shoot prior to the wedding, genius!"
"Steve & Evelyne have become friends!! They are amazing & from the minute we met, we knew that they 'got' us!! They were very understanding when we had to postpone due to falling pregnant. On the day Steve just felt like a friend at our wedding & captured everything perfectly!! x"
"Can't fault the service we received, from booking right through to seeing our photos. Steve was always very approachable and lead us through the process. The final photos look like they're straight from a wedding brochure – we really can't say enough how great they look and how happy we are!"
"Steve is really fun & easy to work with, he'll make any photo shoot feel relaxed & just like you're hanging out with a mate. He's really clear on what he wants & communicates this well but is also really flexible & spontaneous which adds to the fun & make the finished photos all the better."
"When my mother became terminally ill and all other suppliers were telling us if we had to cancel or move the date we would lose our deposit, Steve was the ONLY one who understood the circumstance and said it wouldn't be a problem and he would be there to photograph our wedding on any date. Great guy"
"Steve is amazing! He really gets to know you and finds the perfect spots to get the photos YOU really want. His team are very approachable and were so helpful. We had so many lovely comments from guests about Steve on and after our day. He really spent time taking amazing shots for everyone!"
"Our photos exceeded all (high!) expectations & we're utterly blown away every time we look at them – they're innovative, imaginative, creative, technically perfect, full of energy & radiate emotion. Steve is discreet, cool, great with people & ON IT. No one else could possibly have fitted in better."
"Steve was brilliant from start to finish, made us feel at totally comfortable. Photos were just as we wanted, he managed to capture the day beautifully."
"Steve was brilliant and the photos were everything we could have hoped for. He worked so hard and captured everything. He is super friendly and chilled and is a true gent who put me at ease. I hate photos of myself but he made me look good – I love our photos and can't stop looking at them."
"Steve captured the mood and feel of our wedding with ease and humour. We all felt relaxed and under no pressure throughout the entire day yet we ended up with amazingly beautiful and intricate pictures. Steve captured everything (even things I missed) He was amazing."
"Wed met photographers prior to Steve and felt that their work was staged and not personal. We fell in love not only with his unique and individual style but he himself! His ability to become part of the wedding was second to none and all our guests raved about how wonderful he was. He needs no word"
"The pictures exceeded our expectations! Steve didn't miss a thing, and it was so much fun having him around, we are still getting so many compliments from our guests and 8 people have already asked for his details for their various functions!"
"Wedding photographs are very same-same. Steve puts so much passion and artistry into his photographs that most photographers don't understand. He brings out the theme of the weddings in his photos, all the while staying true to the emotion and wishes of the clients."
"Steve is a very competent photographer, but he manages to put the most nervous person at ease whilst he takes their photos. He works efficiently but quickly, to capture the moments perhaps others would miss. His eye for an unusual shot is unerring and the finished photos are quite simply stunning!"
"Steve was ace!!"
"Steve was courteous, patient and caring in our meetings leading up to the wedding and was comprehensive , creative and lively in the coverage of both our pre-wedding engagement photo-shoot and the wedding day. All our family and friends really enjoyed his photos and the album he designed and produced"
"Steve was an absolute pleasure to deal with from start to finish. We were certainly not the easiest of clients for him but he was the consummate professional who blended into the fabric of the wedding to produce some stunning shots. We really couldn't ask for much more #weddingtestino"
"Steve was everything we dreamt of and much more not to mention a pleasure to work with and now a good friend. We will always keep in touch with Steve and his family because he got us straight away."
"Steve was so wonderful on our wedding day, he felt like a guest, completely unobtrusive and we still got THE most amazing photos. Everybody has said what great photos he took. I never thought I could feel so at ease with having my photo taken."
"Steve's portfolio was fab and we loved the variety of different shots he got, as well as the stunning quality of his photos. He knew our venue and how to get the best out of not only the location but two photo shy subjects! Fantastic second shooters and engagement shoot too."
"Steve is truly professional in his work but also friendly and relaxed. Going to see our photos after the wedding was like going to catch up with a friend! And what a set of photos, they are all that we hoped for. He is a talented and highly skilled photographer and I would recommend him to anybody!"
"Steve not only made magic with his camera, he also performed magic throughout the day, making several guests disappear for over an hour, turned all the water into champagne and made the groom's grandma hover in mid-air during the family photos"
Are all those quotes made up?
Only one of them 😉
"We cannot recommend Steve highly enough! He captured fantastic pictures that perfectly represent our personalities and style. His relaxed nature put both us and our guests at ease on the day, without any of the stuffiness or formality that I normally associate with 'wedding photography'."
"Steve was excellent, very relaxed, helped put us at ease on the day, full of ideas, managed to get creative pictures without really being noticed amongst guests which was great. Felt like we'd made a friend!"
"Steve & Evelyn were so grounded, professional, friendly and open when we first met them. They put no pressure on us to use them and their relaxed demeanour means you feel relaxed from beginning to end, from the engagement shoot to the big day. We liked Steve's "outside the box" attitude to his pics."
"Steve was AMAZING. Best photographer ever. EVER"
"I cannot speak highly enough about Steve, from day 1 of meeting him we have been looked after exceptionally well. Steve has gone above and beyond our expectations and I would recommend him to anyone in a heartbeat."
"Absolutely fantastic photos, Steve melted into the background and was hardly noticed during the day but some great moments were captured"
"Organised , calm , creative team couldn't fault they captured the whole day beautifully"
"We checked out all award winning photographers in cheshire and the North West , we wanted something different and quirky but to our astonishment all the award winning photographers seemed to be old hat and traditional. this was our personal view , we wasn't looking for the norm!Then we found Steve;)"
"My husband and I had an elopement-style wedding with just our mothers in attendance as witnesses. Steve was fantastic at covering our day even though there weren't the traditional elements for him to necessarily capture. We were thrilled with the results and everyone loves the pics!"
"Every thing about working with Steve was amazing. His easy relaxed manner, funky style and eye for detail made us confident that he would compliment our day, capture our precious moments and leave us with an album which would wow our friends and family and stand the test of time. Perfect"
"Steve was very fun to work with, we are very happy to have chosen him as our photographer, he listened to what we wanted and even when the weather didnt allow for the exterior images we asked, he adpated to what he had and made great interior shots capturing the escence of our wedding."
"Steve is an expert photographer who doesn't just 'shoot' Weddings. His photography is much more creative & having met with other photographers, his approach, creativity & professionalism sets him apart. On the day you didn't even realise he was there & he captured everything perfectly!"
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Icahn Enterprises to Buy Dynegy for $665 million
In November, Dynegy was in talks with the Blackstone Group (BX), which raised an initial offer of $4.50 per share to $5 per share following pressure from shareholders Carl Icahn and hedge fund Seneca Capital. But the raised offer was rejected.
Icahn Enterprises's $5.50 bid represents a 10% premium to Dynegy's average closing stock price over the last 30 trading days. Dynegy closed at $5.45 Tuesday.
The tender offer for all of the outstanding shares of Dynegy that IEP does not already own will commence no later than Dec. 22. IEP and its affiliates own approximately 9.9% of Dynegy's outstanding shares and have previously acquired options to purchase approximately 5% of Dynegy's outstanding shares.
Dynegy can still solicit superior proposals until Jan. 24, which IEP has agreed under certain circumstances to either support or beat. DYN shares traded 3.3% higher at $5.63 in Wednesday premarket action, indicating investors are indeed optimistic about a better offer.
Carl Icahn added that "All stockholders should benefit from the auction process which has now begun at a price which is 10% higher than the last bid."
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After 17 weeks without a paycheque, it's the little things missing from her kids' lives that eat away at Laura Borland.
"A lot of sacrifices were made this summer," said Borland, a single mom who has been walking the Essex County Library picket line for 116 days. "We have just gone without."
Borland supports herself and her two teenagers at home on a part-time library worker salary and normally picks up extra hours doing supply work during the vacation-heavy summer months.
"By doing that regularly, I'm able to earn quite a decent living and support my kids," she said.
But the strike, which began June 25, took that all away.
"It's been extremely difficult," Borland said.
Borland and 57 co-workers have been on strike to fight demands for a change to current sick-leave provisions. All 14 library branches have been closed during the strike.
The family has had to cancel trips and find other ways to entertainment themselves because they normally rely on the library for books and DVDs.
Borland said she can't afford to rent movies and her daughter, an avid reader, is "desperately missing" the five to six books Borland would bring home each week.
But she's grateful she can put food on her table thanks to the CUPE food bank and community donations.
"The donations … have been a godsend because I don't have to worry about feeding my kids," she said. "The generosity of strangers has been overwhelming and very humbling."
Borland said she also has come to depend on her "second" family — her co-workers.
"If you come to the picket line and you're just feeling desperately sad because you're not exactly sure how you're going to pay the hydro bill … all the girls here are here to pick you up," she said.
"We're frustrated and we're angry … It seems like such an easy solution to fix it."
The striking library workers are hoping a strong show of public support at Wednesday night's council meeting will help convince county councillors to resolve the dispute.
Lori Wightman, CUPE Local 2974 unit chairwoman, who is scheduled to speak at the meeting, said she will be presenting another 1,000 signatures on a petition asking council to "reverse the directive to the library board on the sick-time policy and to get our libraries open."
Those signatures will be added to several thousand already given to council.
A lawn sign initiative, launched last Friday, has seen 1,000 signs that read Open Our Library and We Love Library Workers scattered across the county.
"I think the signs may send the message to our politicians," Wightman said.
County council meets at 7 p.m. at the Essex Civic Centre. The library workers plan to hold a story time and sing-a-long for children at 6:15 p.m. at the centre.


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Quirine Ketterings1, Karl Czymmek1,2, Tulsi Kharel1, and Sheryl Swink1
Cornell University Nutrient Management Spear Program1, PRODAIRY2
Corn silage and grain yields have steadily increased since World War II (Figure 1) with a slightly greater increase per year for corn grain than for corn silage, possibly reflecting an emphasis on corn grain improvement by plant breeders in the past decades.
With an increase in yield comes the question: has the ability of improved crop varieties to explore the soil for nutrients kept up with higher yield or do we need to supply more N fertilizer to meet N needs? Further, we need to look at what differences in field traits (within and between) affect yield beyond the hybrid selected and the N fertilizer or manure that was applied. Nationwide evaluation of N use shows that overall, farmers are using the same average fertilizer N rates even while yields have been increasing. Does that hold true for New York? With increasing focus on the water and air quality impacts of nutrient losses from agriculture, combined with higher risk of loss when nutrient applications are in excess of plant need, these questions are more important than ever for the future of agriculture in New York.
Before we can answer these questions, we need to know the actual yield levels for corn grown for grain and also for corn grown and harvested for silage. We also need to know how stable yields are from year to year as fields that deliver stable yield results will likely require different management from fields that yield low one year and high the next, depending on the growing season.
With a growing number of choppers joining the fleet of combines with yield monitors we now have the opportunity to summarize large yield datasets to help update several important issues: these include the ability to generate an updated general yield potential database, the opportunity for farms to develop and maintain their own yield potential database, and the ability to more quickly test if higher yielding fields, zones within fields, or specific varieties need higher N applications to meet or exceed potentials.
The first requirement when working with yield monitors, is to make sure they are calibrated regularly. However, even with well-calibrated equipment, yield data from monitors need to be combed for obvious errors through a cleaning process, especially for silage yield monitors (Figure 2). To ensure we use the best possible data, cleaning protocols were developed recently for both grain and silage that now allow for fairly quick checking and cleaning of data for all corn grain and silage yield data in a particular harvest year. A manual that will help producers or consulting companies do this will be released in early 2018.
With this new data cleaning process, the Nutrient Management Spear Program in partnership with farmers and consulting firms, is now analyzing data from test farms located in Northern New York through a grant supported by the Northern New York Agriculture Development Program. The hope is to expand this beyond the farmers currently involved and thus create a statewide database for corn grain yield and for corn silage yields per soil type in the coming years. Once data are cleaned, we can create yield frequency histograms (Figure 3).
These types of histograms show the range of yields and how many fields with this soil type provided a certain yield. For example, in the case of 43 fields with the Hogansburg soil shown in Figure 3, the average yield was 19.9 tons/acre while 5 fields out of 43 yielded more than 25 tons/acre and one field averaged 27.5 tons/acre (maximum reported for the example shown in Figure 3). These histograms allow for determination of means, medians, ranges in yields, etc. and they can help us (1) quickly update the yield potential database for corn grain that is the foundation for the basic N guidelines; and (2) develop an independent database for yield potentials for corn grown for silage.
Stay tuned for further updates! A call for participating will be shared with farmers and farm advisors as funding to proceed at a larger scale is granted. The protocols for data sharing are available through the NMSP website (http://nmsp.cals.cornell.edu/NYOnFarmResearchPartnership/YieldDatabase.html). The data-processing protocol will be added to this page once completed.
We thank the farmers and farm consultants that have participated in the yield potential evaluation project to date. For questions about these results contact Quirine M. Ketterings at 607-255-3061 or firstname.lastname@example.com, and/or visit the Cornell Nutrient Management Spear Program website at: http://nmsp.cals.cornell.edu/.


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Hologic CEO Steve MacMillan to Ring Nasdaq Opening Bell on October 2 to Kick Off Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Trailblazing Company Behind the Genius™ 3D Mammography™ Exam Celebrates Year of Innovations in Breast Health
Sep 29, 2017, 08:07 ET
MARLBOROUGH, Mass., Sept. 29, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Hologic, Inc. (Nasdaq: HOLX) announced today that Steve MacMillan, the Company's Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, will join selected employees to ring the Nasdaq Opening Bell on October 2 in conjunction with the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Hologic is ringing the bell for the 12th consecutive year to celebrate the Company's recent advances in breast cancer screening and intervention, and to underscore an ongoing commitment to innovation in breast health.
Hologic is primarily focused on improving women's health and well-being through early detection and treatment, and is an established leader in breast cancer diagnosis. The Company strives to develop solutions that better meet the needs of clinicians and their patients. In today's healthcare landscape, these solutions must deliver improved patient satisfaction, better clinician workflow, and facility cost savings.
"Each year, we look forward to Breast Cancer Awareness Month as an opportunity to highlight our dedication to developing products that improve breast cancer detection and address the unmet needs of patients and providers in breast health," said MacMillan. "For example, since we rang the Nasdaq bell a year ago, we have expanded the clinical superiority claims of our market-leading Genius exam, and introduced a number of groundbreaking new screening and interventional products."
Earlier this year, the Genius™ 3D Mammography™ exam was approved by the FDA as superior to standard 2D mammography for routine breast cancer screening for women with dense breasts.[1],[2],[3],[4] This updated labeling was based on clinical studies proving that the exam improves invasive breast cancer detection while reducing unnecessary recalls among women of all breast densities, including those with dense breasts. The expanded labeling also provides clarity for physicians who previously were unsure how to screen patients with dense breasts.
Two recent product launches, the Brevera™ breast biopsy system with CorLumina™ imaging technology and the SmartCurve™ breast stabilization system, are additional examples of the milestones reached by Hologic in the past year. The Brevera system is the world's first and only breast biopsy solution to combine tissue acquisition, real-time imaging, sample verification and advanced post-biopsy handling in one, integrated system. The innovative system allows physicians to perform fast and efficient procedures that save costs, improve the patient experience, and enhance workflow in the biopsy suite.[5]
Hologic's new SmartCurve system, when used with the Genius exam, is the first and only 3D mammography system that is clinically proven to deliver a more comfortable and more accurate mammogram, compared to 2D mammography alone.[6] For years, women have reported avoiding annual mammograms due in large part to the fear of discomfort associated with breast compression. With this in mind, Hologic's research and development team set out to reduce breast pain without compromising image quality, workflow or dose.[6] In a recent clinical study comparing the SmartCurve breast stabilization system to traditional flat paddle compression, the SmartCurve system improved comfort in 93 percent of women who reported moderate to severe discomfort with standard compression.[5]
The Genius™ 3D Mammography™ exam (also known as the Genius™ exam) is only available on a Hologic® 3D Mammography™ system. It consists of a 2D and 3D™ image set, where the 2D image can be either an acquired 2D image or a 2D image generated from the 3D™ image set. There are more than 4,000 Hologic 3D Mammography™ systems in use in the U.S. alone, so women have convenient access to the Genius exam. To learn more about the Genius exam, visit http://www.Genius3DNearMe.com.
Webcast Information
Hologic's participation in the Nasdaq opening bell ceremony will be aired live at https://new.livestream.com/NASDAQ/live and with closed captioning on the Nasdaq MarketSite tower in Times Square. A video of the ceremony will be archived for one year on the Nasdaq site.
About Hologic, Inc.
Hologic, Inc. is an innovative medical technology company primarily focused on improving women's health and well-being through early detection and treatment. For more information on Hologic, visit www.hologic.com.
Hologic, 3D, 3D Mammography, Brevera, CorLumina, Genius, SmartCurve and The Science of Sure are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Hologic, Inc., and/or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries.
Forward-Looking Statements
This news release may contain forward-looking information that involves risks and uncertainties, including statements about the use of Hologic products. There can be no assurance these products will achieve the benefits described herein or that such benefits will be replicated in any particular manner with respect to an individual patient, as the actual effect of the use of the products can only be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition, there can be no assurance that these products will be commercially successful or achieve any expected level of sales. Hologic expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any such statements presented herein to reflect any change in expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such data or statements are based.
This information is not intended as a product solicitation or promotion where such activities are prohibited. For specific information on what products are available for sale in a particular country, please contact a local Hologic sales representative or write to [email protected].
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[1] Friedewald SM, Rafferty EA, Rose SL, et al. Breast cancer screening using tomosynthesis in combination with digital mammography. JAMA. 2014 Jun 25;311(24):2499-507.
[2] Bernardi D, Macaskill P, Pellegrini M, et. al. Breast cancer screening with tomosynthesis (3D mammography) with acquired or synthetic 2D mammography compared with 2D mammography alone (STORM-2): a population-based prospective study. Lancet Oncol. 2016 Aug;17(8):1105-13.
[3] Results from Friedewald, SM, et al. "Breast cancer screening using tomosynthesis in combination with digital mammography." JAMA 311.24 (2014): 2499-2507; a multi-site (13), non-randomized, historical control study of 454,000 screening mammograms investigating the initial impact the introduction of the Hologic Selenia® Dimensions ® on screening outcomes. Individual results may vary. The study found an average 41% (95% CI: 20-65%) increase and that 1.2 (95% CI: 0.8-1.6) additional invasive breast cancers per 1000 screening exams were found in women receiving combined 2D FFDM and 3D™ mammograms acquired with the Hologic 3D Mammography™ System versus women receiving 2D FFDM mammograms only.
[4] U.S. Food & Drug Administration Premarket Approval (PMA). FDA.gov https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpma/pma.cfm?id=P080003S005 accessed June 5, 2017.
[5] 3D biopsy only when used with the Affirm breast biopsy system.
[6] Smith, A. Improving Patient Comfort in Mammography. Hologic WP 00119 Rev 001 (2017).
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Here's why you should invest in engagement marketing ASAP.
Experiential marketing has been gaining traction in the past years, with 87% of C-Suite executives believing that live events are crucial to the success of their companies.
In fact, an overwhelming majority of 91% among over-performing brands aim to focus more on this marketing platform and even intend to increase their budget by more than $4,500 to take advantage of its benefits. Meanwhile, 77% of marketers are already integrating experiential marketing into their company's advertising and marketing strategies.
How Can Experiential Marketing Help Your Brand?
In this day and age, marketing strategies are veering more towards the digital arena. However, experiential marketing has been continuously proving itself as one of the most effective marketing strategies out there today.
This article aims to provide you with more in-depth insights on the ways your brand can benefit from the revolutionary strategy of experiential marketing.
1. Experiential marketing can generate sales and leads
Lead generation and sales become less elusive when brands implement experiential marketing, with 79% of surveyed companies revealing that this marketing strategy dramatically boosted their sales rates. Impressively, 65% of the attendees actually availed of and purchased the products or services offered and promoted. More importantly, up to 70% of participants in an event turn into loyal customers of the brands.
To boost your chances of attracting customers at any event, seek the guidance of branding agencies like Zodiac Event Displays. These kinds of companies offer comprehensive services ranging from pop-up tents and hanging banners to custom inflatables.
For instance, you can use hanging sign displays to boost the visual effects in your trade shows. With a variety of options available, including tapered circle hanging banners, curved triangle hanging banners, football hanging banner, and pinwheel hanging banner, these products can provide cost-effective options that will put your brand in the spotlight. Meanwhile, you can opt to avail of the entire trade show booth to ensure that your displays are customized and fabricated specifically based on your required footprint.
Investing in a partnership with these agencies could ensure that you deliver high-quality events that will leave a positive mark on your potential customers.
2. Experiential marketing can effectively personalize your buyer's journey
Buyers nowadays can no longer content themselves with information they gather online. This is one of the reasons experiential marketing has gained traction. Potential customers now demand to experience the products or services firsthand as a crucial part of their buyer's journey.
Keep in mind that 74% of consumers gain a more positive understanding and appreciation of a brand after an event. This is why you should carefully consider the agencies you'll work with.
Zero in on market leaders in the industry if you intend to make use of dye sublimated fabric displays and promotional signage for your events. That way, you are guaranteed that details like flag banners, trade show materials, banner stands, and market umbrellas will be the center of attention in any of the events.
For example, a unique way of advertising your products is by using 360 Wondasigns which features your branding in 3D. This is an innovative improvement from the traditional retractable banner designs. To maximize the 3D effect of this display, you can also opt for Wonda Wall to create an incredibly stunning backdrop that will undoubtedly have customers gravitating towards your booth.
Another way of amplifying the exposure of your booth is by using podium counters as accent pieces. Meanwhile, you can utilize event bins for a more functional display as these can serve as both accents and storage.
Experiential marketing gives your customers an opportunity to establish a closer and more immersive understanding of the services offered. Hence, this strategy allows brands to forge a more personal relationship – one that deeply resonates with your consumers, and the type that digital marketing can never achieve.
3. Experiential marketing can leverage social media to boost your brand's popularity
Social media has transformed into a behemoth marketing tool, with 82% of marketers using this platform to promote their events. It would be utterly remiss of experiential marketing strategists to fail to take advantage of it.
Since experiential marketing capitalizes on "shareable" moments, there's no better partner in spreading the word than social media, especially since 63% of millennials use this platform to keep up with the events of their favorite brands.
Remember, 55% of businesses already utilize social media to share photos of their events. For this reason, the next logical step to take is to stage a share-worthy event that will boost the popularity of your brand. Given the right promotion and execution, social media could serve as a free grassroots advertising and marketing strategy for any brand.
Final Thoughts
Needless to say, experiential marketing offers more significant payoffs compared to traditional platforms. Aside from forging strong brand loyalty among your target audience and inducing positive emotions to your consumers, this type of customized marketing strategy can provide huge return of investment for brands – with 79% of marketers able to generate sales through this platform.
However, you should remember that these rewards will only be achieved if you partner with the right agency to pull off an effective experiential marketing strategy. You must invest in the right people to represent your brand.
Agencies like Zodiac Events Display, which has decades of marketing and advertising experience, should be on the forefront of your list. Equipped with years of working with industry leaders and up-and-coming companies, these experts are more than capable of giving you and your brand the boost necessary to reach the top. Choose a trusted and well-established marketing company – one that can caters not only to your company's needs, but also to your target customers' demands.
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- https://factory360.com/top-10-benefits-of-experiential-marketing/
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- https://www.slideshare.net/BEcauseExperientialMarketing/technology-key-experiential-marketing-stats-for-2016
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In Kenya, Bloggers Say New Media Bill Makes Them Vulnerable to Prosecution
BY Neelam Verjee | Tuesday, January 21 2014
Kenyan bloggers have sounded a warning that "draconian" media legislation introduced late last year among a storm of controversy could stifle the country's vibrant online community.
Bloggers and writers have expressed concerns about what they called "ambiguous" definitions of the term "journalist" and "journalism" in the Media Council of Kenya Bill 2013, saying that it marked the latest in a string of attempts to crack down on the country's outspoken virtual community.
Kenya, which has a reputation on the continent as a technology innovation leader, is the second most active country in Africa on Twitter, the social networking site. In terms of global rankings on access and usage of the web, the country ranks fourth in Africa, and comes in ahead of Nigeria. To underscore its status as an ICT hub, Kenya, which has 19.1 million Internet users, recently saw both IBM and Microsoft set up offices in the capital.
"People assume that this media bill only applies to journalists, but this is an inter-connected world, and it will affect a lot more people," warned Nanjira Sambuli, a self-described "micro-blogger" who runs the online hate speech project Umati at the iHub, the Nairobi-based incubator. "The bill defines journalist very loosely."
The repressive legislation, which hands a government-appointed tribunal powers to fine media houses to the tune of KSH 2 million (US$23,310) and journalists up to KSH 500,000 (US$5,827) has been variously described in the Kenyan press as "one of the harshest in the region," as well as "unprecedented," and "punitive," in addition to "unlawful," and "draconian." It is also argued that it is unconstitutional, and is contrary to Article 34(2) of the Constitution which provides for media freedom and freedom of expression.
The legislation has attracted comparisons in Kenya's Daily Nation newspaper to media repression in "Zimbabwe, Cuba, Ethiopia, and Kuwait," has spurred nationwide protests, and has drawn criticism from bodies such as the Committee to Protect Journalists, which says the legislation will "effectively silence critical reporting" and that it can be considered the most repressive in Kenya's 50-year history. The Kenya Information and Communication (Amendment) Bill, 2013 and the Media Council of Kenya Bill, 2013 were signed into law at the end of last year by President Kenyatta and though it establishes a self-regulatory mechanism for the media, it puts the government-control tribunal on top of it.
While the legislation is ostensibly targeted at print and broadcast media houses and the journalists they employ, citizen journalists, bloggers, and micro-bloggers, or those who are active on Twitter, fear the loosely defined terminology masks an attempt to bring the unregulated online space into prosecutable reach.
In the last year, bloggers have shrugged off multiple attempts to bring them under the influence of the Media Council, including requiring them to undertake diploma and degree courses in mass communications, and gain accreditation. Currently, they occupy a legal "grey area" which makes it difficult for the government to prosecute bloggers, and the move to formally declare them "journalists" would change that.
Patrick Gathara, a columnist, cartoonist, and blogger, said that the lack of clarity around the definition of journalist does give cause for concern, and that it would have the effect of making writers and bloggers "think twice" about writing something that could define them as a journalist.
"The ambiguity around the definition is an issue," said Mr. Gathara. "If it is the case that the mode of dissemination is judged, then Facebook, email, Twitter will all make you a target and the aim is therefore to get people to tone down criticism of the government and stifle opposition. It will have a dampening effect."
Increasingly, he predicted, social media will be targeted by the government in the same way that mainstream media in Kenya has historically been, as it wields increasing influence on public discourse. "I don't see [the government] leaving [social media] alone. When you have the Media Council saying that bloggers should have qualifications, it is essentially so that they can be prosecuted," added Mr. Gathara.
However, concerns surrounding the ambiguity of the definition were dismissed by a senior member of the Media Council of Kenya, who declined to be named as he was not officially authorized to speak on the record. He insisted that the legislation was "limited to journalists working for media houses, that supported online and traditional platforms." He added that bloggers, who wrote their own blogs, "would not fall under the remit" of the Media Council of Kenya. He continued: "It is difficult to regulate bloggers because if they have not subscribed to the code of ethics then they are not a journalist. This is the case anywhere in the world." The chief executive of the Media Council of Kenya was not available for comment.
Social media users, bloggers, and Kenyans on Twitter, played an active role in stirring up debate during key events through 2013, including the general elections in March. Where the mainstream media chose silence in place of investigating and asking critical questions, a loose coalition of online bloggers, citizen journalists, and micro-bloggers stepped into the breach in a sometimes chaotic, but vocal examination of the official version of events. Among Kenya's blogging community, the coverage of the Westgate terror attacks by bloggers and Kenyans on Twitter is seen as a turning point for social media in the war over control of information. Traditional media houses also incurred the wrath of the authorities following the attacks, after a channel broadcast footage of security troops who had been sent in to end the siege, purportedly looting the mall.
Irungu Houghton, a blogger and activist who recently worked to beat back a piece of legislation that would have restricted funding to NGOs from foreign donors, said that in the absence of the state capacity to inform its citizens, people had turned to Twitter for answers and the coverage there showed potential for social media to improve the standards of media as a whole in Kenya.
"In mature democracies people recognize if someone is lying, and there is no need to legislate against lies," said Mr. Houghton. "There is a growing attempt to switch from self to direct regulation by the state, and this government does not see self-regulation is desirable or effective."
He added: "The fines and penalties are completely excessive and punitive. As people are pushed into corners, they will find ways to get around it. That is the history of Kenya."
The definition of "journalist" in the Media Council of Kenya Bill of 2013 is "any person who engages in the practice of journalism," while that of "journalism" is "the collecting, writing, editing and presenting of news or news articles in newspapers and magazines, radio and television broadcasts, in the internet or any other manner as may be prescribed." Finally, the definition of "publication" is "the dissemination to the public of any written, audio or video material, and includes materials disseminated through the internet."
It marks a steep change from the Media Act of 2007 definition, where "journalist" was any person "who holds a diploma or a degree in mass communication from a recognized institution of higher learning and is recognized as such by the Council, or any other person who was practicing as a journalist immediately before the commencement by the Council, and earns a living from the practice of journalism, or any person who habitually engages in the practice of journalism and is recognized as such by the Council."
A senior member of Kenya's journalistic corps, who declined to be named, said he believed that the ambiguity was aimed at the blogging and online community, which unlike traditional media, lacked a structure and "address" where its members can be reached. He said that it was likely that the online community would be made an example of, and this in turn would set the stage for a confrontation between the government, and the media and online communities.
Mr. Gathara, who has called out Kenyan media in the past for brushing sensitive issues under the carpet, gives warning that if there is no resistance and the media legislation is accepted unquestioningly, there is a danger that it will erode freedoms, and that the laws will then acquire their own legitimacy.
"We need to ask questions but no one does and as these stories are repeated they become truth and established fact. We saw this with the demonization of civil society which started a few years ago, and that was allowed to take root. If the media asked the hard questions, then the government would find it harder to move," said Mr. Gathara.
Neelam Verjee is a Nairobi-based writer. She has worked as a journalist in Mumbai and London.
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Rachel Rollins, district attorney for Suffolk County, Mass., is prepared to launch an investigation into the sexual assault allegation recently brought against Virginia lieutenant governor Justin Fairfax provided his accuser, Vanessa Tyson, is willing to file a complaint, the Boston Globe reported Wednesday.
Rollins claims she emailed Tyson's attorneys last week asking if they would like to file a criminal complaint related to their client's allegation that Fairfax sexually assaulted her in a Boston hotel room in 2004, but have not yet received a response.
"We will help in any way we can if she chooses to come forward," Rollins told the Globe in an interview. "We would offer any number of services starting from getting them in touch with counselors all the way, if they were so inclined, to seek prosecution."
Fairfax, who previously admitted to having a consensual sexual encounter with Tyson, once again denied the assault and floated the possibility of filing a criminal complaint against her in a statement provided to CNN Wednesday.
"The Lt. Gov. has stated repeatedly that he has never sexually assaulted anyone ever.He has called publicly for a fair, impartial investigation," the statement reads in part. "He has nothing to hide. He would cooperate fully with an investigation by Suffolk County District if a criminal complaint is filed. In that event the Lt. Gov. will explore all options with regard to filing his own criminal complaint in response to the filing of a false criminal complaint against him."
In a graphic statement released last week by her attorneys, Tyson accused Fairfax of forcing her to perform oral sex on him while the pair were in Boston for the 2004 Democratic National Convention.
Fairfax was also accused last week by a second woman who claims he raped her while the pair were undergraduates at Duke University in 2000. He has also denied that claim.


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I recorded in my daughter's journal around age two that she had begun to pick out her own clothes.
I am so glad I thought to write it down. Six years later, I wouldn't have believed it without the proof. I mean, come on, two years old? I remember one Sunday morning she picked out a yellow dress and put her white and pink Cardinals jersey over it. I let her wear it to church, and she was a hit among the Cards' fans.
I decided pretty early on that of the many battles of parenting I would have to choose, what my daughter wore would not be one of them. As long as she was appropriately covered and had a jacket in case of cooler weather, I was going to let her match or unmatch to her heart's content. Her clothing choices, I decided, would not be a reflection of me. But me letting her feel a sense of control and a sense of self-expression would be a reflection of my parenting style.
One day in kindergarten, she said, "Mom look, I'm matching." Cadence showed me her two floral prints. I paused and asked her to explain in what way she matched. "They're both flowers. So they match." I couldn't argue with this logic.
In the past year I have noticed that she really has an eye for style, aesthetic, and what looks good. I began letting her choose my jewelry in the mornings before work. I watched her careful consideration. Her wheels were turning. She was contemplating what would look best. Almost without exception, her choices were better than mine. It was a joy to interact with her in these quick moments of our busy mornings, and it was satisfying to see her confidence grow as I encouraged her stylings.
From jewelry selections I moved on to asking for her help in picking out my wardrobe. Again, she dazzled me with her eye and her choices.
As I drafted my 4040 list, I worked to find activities that she and I could do together. I decided to add #27 "Create a Look Book of Cadence's styles." I was already capturing morning's wardrobes when she selected them, why not make a book of these photos as she created them throughout the 4040 celebration?
Enter my friend, Christa. She's a gifted photographer who wants to expand her portfolio, so she asked me if she could photograph Cadence and I doing some activity together for a "Slice-of-Life" photo shoot. I asked if she would photograph Cadence coming up with outfits for me to try on, and she agreed.
One Sunday afternoon a few hours before Cadence's long-anticipated Girl Scout Daddy-Daughter Dance, Christa came over. I laid out my closet's contents on the bed and the sofa.
Our instructions for Cadence were simple: Pretend you're a fashion designer and create outfits for me to try on.
I was not prepared for what followed. Cadence studied my body like an artist. She clasped her hands together making a steeple of her index fingers and pressed them to her lips in contemplation. "Do you want to know the theme?" she asked. I told her I wanted to be surprised. She began gathering clothes from the bed. At one point she looked perplexed. I said, "What are you looking for?"
"I need a hat. For a cowgirl. The theme is cowgirl," she answered.
I offered her a straw hat. "Try it on," she commanded.
"No, that's not the look I'm going for." Seriously. My almost eight-year-old said those exact words.
I brainstormed with her and she agreed to the black hat with a bill.
The next 75 minutes went like this. Sometimes she'd whisper her theme to Christa, so that she could bounce off ideas to someone. I was always surprised.
In addition to a cowgirl (complete with a pink bandana because you know, "Cowgirls have to wipe their dirty hands on something..."), Cadence transformed me into a teacher and told me how to pose.
A "zoo person"
A bridesmaid (in the dress my paternal grandmother wore to my parents' wedding)
A mechanic (like my novel's character, Astrid)
And president (inspired by a top hat akin to what President Lincoln might have worn.)
She also made a sign that read "Vote for her." And an arrow pointing to me. I might start calling her Chelsea Clinton!
I was most surprised by her confidence and how comfortable she was in this starring role. She was creative and thoughtful about all of her choices including when she dressed me as "someone at school who you go to if you have a problem and don't know how to solve it." Score a point for the school counselor!
I have no idea if this fashion thing will stick or not. Honestly, I don't care. What I do care about is that I am able to create an environment where exploration of who she wants to become and what career path she wants to pursue is a fun, creative, and safe experience.
I like knowing that I am working hard to be a safe person she can bounce off ideas with, to think things out loud with, and that she knows that I trust her to know and trust herself.
These are a few other favorite moments that Christa captured beautifully. I created a tangible look book from Walgreen's using a mother's day sales code and some rewards money. I can't wait to display it in my living room.
Monday, May 11, 2015
27. Make a Look Book of Cadence's Fashions for Me - CHECK
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This blog entry made me tear up a bit. Such a beautiful display of your relationship with Cadence. I think it is wonderful that you provide her with an environment in which she feels comfortable being completely herself. Thank you for sharing this experience and pictures; the photographer did a wonderful job!ReplyDelete
Thank you for sharing this and giving us a glimpse of your sweet relationship with Cadence. I love how you are encouraging her to do what she enjoys. You are a wonderful role model and mama.:)ReplyDelete
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The Hygiene Centre's specialist area of research is domestic and personal hygiene. Researchers at the Hygiene Centre have been developing evidence of the effectiveness of hand washing with soap against diarrhoeal diseases since 1995. More recently the centre has explored the intergration of hand washing into exisitng sanitation or nutritional programs through multiple behavior change trials.
Poor food hygiene is likely to be a significant contributor to the morbidity of diarrhoeal disease. Yet there have been surprisingly few efforts to quantify how the microbiological contamination of food may contribute to the diarrhoeal disease burden and then how we might go about changing food hygiene behavior in order to address this. Presently the SHARE Consortium is funding a clinical trial in Nepal to measure the effectiveness of a behavior change intervention designed to change five key food hygiene behaviors.
Menstrual hygiene management is a neglected topic which has far-reaching implications for health, education and gender. SHARE have been pioneers in this area of research and have sought to position menstrual hgyiene as a critical issue on national and international health agendas.
A selection of our publications relating to hygiene:
- Freeman, MC, Stocks, ME, Cumming, O, Jeandron, A, Higgins, JPT, Wolf, J, Prüss-Ustün, A, Bonjour, S, Hunter, PR, Fewtrell, L and Curtis, V (2014), Hygiene and health: systematic review of handwashing practices worldwide and update of health effects. Trop Med Int Health. 2014 Aug;19(8):906-16. doi: 10.1111/tmi.12339.
- Jiménez A, Cavill S, Cairncross S. 2014. The neglect of hygiene promotion in developing countries, as shown by the Global Analysis and Assessment of Sanitation and Drinking-Water survey. Journal of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene for Development. 4(2):24
- Biran, A., Curtis, V., Gautam, OP., Greenland, K., Islam, S., Schmidt, WP., Sijbesma, C., Sumpter, C., Torondel, B. Background paper on measuring WASH and hygiene practices – Definition of goals to be tackled post 2015 by the Joint Monitoring Program, 2012.


text: On Feb 9, 2010, at 9:36 PM, Ulf Wiger wrote: > Richard O'Keefe wrote: >> On Feb 8, 2010, at 10:33 PM, Ulf Wiger wrote: >>> Kostis has alreay mentioned that data races are possible in Erlang. >> I am dusting off my old 'pid_name' proposal from the 90s and turning >> it into an EEP. I'd like to avoid races in the core language. > > Some of the issues in the EEP were also dealt with in my gproc > paper (http://portal.acm.org/citation.cfm?id=1292522, also > http://svn.ulf.wiger.net/gproc/trunk/gproc/doc/erlang07-wiger.pdf). I'm familiar with that paper. gproc and my EEP solve opposite problems. gproc answers the question "given a large number of processes that WANT to be found, how do you do that?" (and a bunch of other questions). My EEP answers the question "given a module with one or more private processes that need to be findable by and only by the interface functions of the module, how do you do _that_?" > I solved the race problem on registration by only allowing a > process to register itself. There is still a race in the sense > that two processes may contend for the same name, or that a > registered process may die before a "registered send" is delivered, > but this is, I think, an unavoidable part of the semantics of > referring to processes by name, combined with dynamic typing > and asynchronous message passing. Let's stick with the old interface for a second or two. start() -> case whereis(server) of undefined -> register(server, spawn(fun () -> loop([]) end)) ; Pid when is_pid(Pid) -> ok end. Now let's move the register/1 call inside the new process. start() -> case whereis(server) of undefined -> spawn(fun () -> register(server, self()), loop([]) end) ; Pid when is_pid(Pid) -> Pid end. In the first version, the caller of start/1 knows that there is a time between the entry to that function and the exit from it when there was a process registered as 'server'. In the second version, the caller does not know that. We fix _that_ by doing start() -> case whereis(server) of undefined -> Client = self(), Secret = make_ref(), Pid = spawn(fun () -> register(server, self()), Client ! Secret, loop([]) end), receive Secret -> Pid end ; Pid when is_pid(Pid) -> Pid end. Now, of course, if two processes both call start/1, one of the new server processes will crash, and its client will be left waiting forever. So now we have to allow for that. start() -> case whereis(server) of undefined -> Client = self(), Secret = make_ref(), spawn(fun() -> case catch register(server, self()) of true -> Client ! {Secret,Pid} loop([]) ; {'EXIT',_} -> Client ! {Secret,undefined} end end), receive {Secret,undefined} -> sleep(500), start() ; {Secret,Pid} when is_pid(Pid) -> Pid end ; Pid when is_pid(Pid) -> Pid end. What am I missing? How does only allowing a process to register itself eliminate the race? The race is a race for access to the registry entry. The thing about pid_name_spawn{,_link}/2 is that (encapsulated) registration done that way doesn't even begin a second process is another registration is under way. There _is_ locking going on in the implementation of the registry already, it's just the classic Java "synchronized doesn't span _two_ operations" bug. We can deal with some of the other issues, like the possibility of a registered process dying inconveniently by programming it so that it WON'T die; anything risky being shoved off onto a new support process (and that way lies supervision, though you need not press it _quite_ that far). But it is far easier to make the registered process stay alive if it can't get forged messages. Which means not using the registry. > On the topic of the process registry, there is also some recent > QuickCheck work that might be of interest. > > Claessen, K., Palka, M., Smallbone, N., Hughes, J., Svensson, H., > Arts, T., and Wiger, U. 2009. Finding race conditions in Erlang with > QuickCheck and PULSE. SIGPLAN Not. 44, 9 (Aug. 2009), 149-160. DOI= http://doi.acm.org/10.1145/1631687.1596574 Note the key sentence: "Our approach is based on property-based testing using QuickCheck ..., in a commercial version for Erlang developed by Quviq AB ..." ^^^^^^^^^^ This is not a whine by an academic about not being able to get stuff free. I do have some research funding, and the department has some "equipment" money. But there is one thing I absolutely totally expect to find at a commercial web site, and that is PRICES. I spent about $200 of billable time searching the http://www.quviq.com/ web site in vain for any hint of their prices. I can only conclude that while QuickCheck for Erlang is commercial and proprietary, it is no longer for sale, otherwise they would be making some kind of effort to sell it. Either that, or the prices are so high that they are worried about scaring customers off. (Yes, I saw the free 30-day trial, but the link is dead.)


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| 7.8°C Belfast
Romelu Lukaku is set to become a Chelsea player this week after the Anderlecht striker underwent a medical with the club.
The Belgian has caught the eye of a number of Europe's top clubs after his free-scoring efforts for Anderlecht, but he has made it clear he is determined to move to Stamford Bridge.
That move came one step closer on Monday morning when the 18-year-old took part in a medical at the Blues' training ground in Cobham after the two clubs agreed a fee, thought to be between £15million and £20million.
Lukaku would only say he thought Andre Villas-Boas was a "very good manager" when bombarded with questions by the waiting media as he stepped off his Eurostar train at London St Pancras station.
He was expected to return to Belgium to report for international duty before coming back to London on Thursday to finalise the deal following his country's home friendly against Slovenia.
Lukaku's power, pace and eye for goal have seen him compared with current Chelsea striker Didier Drogba.
His record in Belgian football is impressive. He made his first-team debut at Anderlecht when he was 16 and has averaged almost a goal every two games in the Jupiler League.
His goals helped Anderlecht win the Belgian title in 2010 and he scored three times in the Champions League qualifying round last season, although the team went out before the group stage.
Lukaku, whose father Roger played for Zaire in the 1990s, has won 10 caps for Belgium, scoring two goals.
If the deal is completed as expected, Lukaku could figure in Villas-Boas' plans for Sunday's Barclays Premier League opener against Stoke.


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Jesse Straight and his wife Liz did not grow up on a farm. Jesse grew up in a typical suburban neighborhood and had zero interest in farming. In fact, his father kept a vegetable patch at their home and he admits that he never worked on it once. After studying pre-med at the University of Virginia, he struggled to find a career path that satisfied him. He took up a job working for Habitat for Humanity and learned two very important lessons about himself: first, that he wanted to work outdoors, and second, that he enjoyed working with his hands over a typical office job.
He finally realized that farming was the right fit for him when a friend gave the couple the book A World Lost by Wendell Berry. The ideas in the book radically changed the way they viewed "the good life". In pursuit of a more integrated life that blossoms out of the home, they started Whiffletree Farm. The Straights have had many adventures as new farmers do and made many of the mistakes that new farmers make, but they stuck with it through the hard parts and the outcome has been a great success. They are now attempting to offer back to the farming community by teaching hopeful farmers the same lessons they learned as "Greenhorns" through apprenticeships that help young farmers to learn the ropes.
Jesse believes that at its best farming should emulate nature and he ensures that the animals on Whiffletree Farm are living as close to the way they would normally live in the wild as possible. He also states the daunting truth that "if you don't pay attention to the way nature works then you're going to run into problems and nature will always have the last word". As a farmer, the thing that would give him the most pride is seeing the land he is cultivating become more fertile than when he started. Whiffletree Farm takes great pride in their land improvement and animal welfare practices and of course in the high quality of their products that result.
Agricultural Practices:
- Animals are moved frequently (as much as twice a day) to fresh pasture
- Their chickens, turkeys, laying hens, and pigs are fed a natural diet of grass, bugs, and non-GMO feed
- Beef cattle are 100% grass-fed
- All products are free from MSG, chemical preservatives, nitrates, and phosphates, etc.
- The entire farm is a chemical-free environment
The Whiffletree Farm Store is open Fridays 9-11AM and Saturdays 3-5PM. However, the farm has an open door policy so feel free to make an appointment to visit anytime on Monday through Saturday. Bring the Family along and Jesse will be happy to show you around the farm and introduce you to the animals.
For a full list of products offered by Whiffletree Farm check out their Product List.
Whiffletree Farm has a number of different pick-up locations to chose from, you can view the full list on their website.
You can also check out this AWESOME video to see what everyday life on the farm is like for this first-generation farm family.