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The history of Hermitage is very old and according to a number of books it goes back to the Romans (500 years before Christ). The local legend relates the story of an 18th century knight who, returning from a crusade, built a chapel at the top of a hill and lived there like a hermit, hence the name Ermitage. Returning from a trip to Ermitage in 1787, Thomas Jefferson, the American Ambassador in France, declared his admiration for this white wine the best wine in the world, with no equal. His comments on the red wines were just as praising Full-bodied, dark purple with exquisite flavours.
The terroirs for the whites are quite different. Generally Marsanne and Roussanne are planted on the high plateau on the localities of Maison Blanche and Roucoules. The soils are composed of Loess and limestone which are ideal for white varieties. The balance between the 2 varieties gives the wine a good acidity with great structure.
The vintage
In 2018, we were lucky to have another very good vintage in the Northern Rhône Valley. A generous and qualitative crop despite major climatic hazards that required the greatest attention.
There was an early start to the vegetative cycle with a particularly rainy spring, especially in May and June, causing suspicions of mildew, which, fortunately did not take place. Then the summer was scorching hot with drought and risks hailstorms. These tense and extreme conditions required increased monitoring, responsiveness and constant vigilance in the vineyard.
The harvest then began under bright sunshine on August 31st with our first harvest on the Brézèyme appellation and ended on September 25th with the red St Joseph. For each area, the sessions were quite short, with a very strict selection of the bunches, in order to harvest at optimum maturity while maintaining freshness and liveliness. We have worked daily, tasting the berries, differentiating the age of the vines, the grape varieties, the terroirs to personalise each snip of secateurs and only select the best.
Thus, the 2018 wines are ample, voluptuous and generous, with great liveliness and freshness.
The prestigious hill overlooking the village of Tain lHermitage and the Rhne river. Located on the left bank of the river, this vineyard is south facing and is sheltered from the cold northern wind.
Vinified in barrels. Ageing in barrels for 12 months.
Marsanne : 50%
Roussane : 50%
Tasting notes
Pretty golden colour with shiny reflections. The nose shows delicacy with a nice minerality with aromas of peach, white flowers and a hint of exotic fruit. Its fresh and velvety mouth offers notes of white flowers, lemons evolving towards notes of brioche and toast. Nice length, very straight, a wine with finesse.
Drink now with poultry. Decant an hour before and serve at a temperature of 12-13°C. You can also keep this wine a few years and drink it when aromas of dried fruit have developed.


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How To Do Videos On The Cheap!
I love working with people and getting them to consider different things for their social media programs. Often times when clients are creating their own content – we will help them come up with ways to maximize their best communication skills online. Example of this … some people are better speakers than writers and vice versa … some people are better writers than speakers. I myself fall into the last category … writing is my comfort zone – video is not my comfort zone. Both ways can work for online content.
For those of you who want to dabble and start to do your own YouTube videos for your business I've put together my list of "needs" for that.
Your Smartphone: Yep … you read that right – just your smartphone. Most phones have great video functions. I own a Samsung Galaxy 5s which does a great job … but I have to admit – the iPhone does a GREAT job on video and would be my preference if I had a choice.
Tripod: Get a Tripod! Not an expensive investment, but one you'll need especially if you are using your phone. I recommend an adjustable height type tripod in case you are filming in different locations and at different levels. You may want to consider a flexible tripod if you are in odd places and filming at different angles.
Tripod Adapter: Since your smartphone does not have a way to attach itself to a tripod, you'll need an adapter. These are not expense and this one comes in at $6.95 at the time of this post. I highly suggest a 2 position adapter so you can use your smartphone and your tripod to film both horizontally or vertically. If you are wondering what's best for filming (Vertical or Horizontal) than I suggest you read up on this post here: Film vertically or horizontally
Video Editing Software: This can be the most expensive piece of your video creation venture – video editing software. If you are creating projects that don't require a lot of editing – you may want to consider using the free version that typically comes on your laptop. iMovie for Apple lovers and Movie Maker for the PC fans are the typical free versions you can find already on your laptop / desktop. If you want to get to the middle range, I've used Sony products and Sony Movie Studio Suite 13 works well. If you want top of the line – I would suggest taking a look at Final Cut Pro. You can even do video editing right on YouTube by using Video Editor.
There you have it … a complete little system for starting to create your own YouTube videos on the cheap!
Smartphone: (Free – we assume you already have one)
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Video Edit: (Free – unless you buy software)
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There you have it … all the equipment you need to start creating your own videos! Have you done your first video yet? Would love to see a link to your first video in the comments below!
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Tudor House Plans
The old world look of medieval times are often found in Tudor house plans. Tudor style architecture includes Elizabethan, Jacobean, Old English, and Cotswold. Steeply pitch gable roofs and bays of casement windows are just two of the characteristics shared among Tudor homes. In addition to that, other shared features include clustered chimney stacks with detail brick or stone work. Brick, stone, half-timber, and stucco are the most common exterior features. Our Tudor designs embodies all of these attributes.
English Tudor style house plans
Tudor style homes are versatile. As a result, Tudor can be ideal for many home design situations. Moreover, Tudor homes are rustic and stately in appearance. The look of rustic styling cast a feeling of luxury and grandeur. Tudor designs are usually two story house plans, but they can also be one story cottages. Tudor house plans are well suited to blend in with urban and rural surroundings. We invite you to browse our selection of Tudor designs to find one that fit the needs of your family.
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The Death of Redevelopment
12:30 p.m. | Wednesday, February 29, 2012
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On December 20, the California Supreme Court upheld the legislature's elimination of redevelopment. Redevelopment has had a complicated history in the State of California. While redevelopment has enabled the construction of affordable housing, infrastructure and public amenities it has also been used to fund less worthy projects. What does the death of redevelopment mean for urban development in the Bay Area? How will major projects such as the Hunter's Point Shipyard, the Transit Center District and Mission Bay fare as redevelopment is dismantled? Come and hear a lively discussion with leaders from San Francisco and Oakland. Our speakers include Fred Blackwell, the Assistant City Administrator for the City of Oakland and Tiffany Bohee, the Executive Director of the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency.
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Dunaskin Mill offers student accommodation in Glasgow with a lot to boast about. Make this your home to be proud of.
If you're looking for highly-stylish en-suites or studios, in a great location for the city and study destinations then Dunaskin Mill is the place for you! Get in touch to arrange a tour with our team or book a virtual viewing.
Make your home in one our en-suite rooms in our shared student apartments or in our one or two bed apartments , with high quality fixtures and strong styling. You'll have a work space, small double bed, bags of storage and an en-suite shower room with shared living in the kitchen and lounging space. If you opt for a studio, you'll get more space and your very own well-equipped kitchen area, and if you come as a couple, you don't have to pay any extras!
Sitting pretty on the banks of the River Kelvin, Dunaskin Mill is proud of its scenic views and perfect-for-chilling outdoor courtyard. With social spaces both inside and out, you'll have to decide between the gym and the pool table. Oh, and don't forget the huge TV, table tennis, or the table football!
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Brown University's Department of Computer Science (Brown CS) has just announced that it will recognize twelve graduating seniors for their achievements at Commencement in May. Dilip Arumugam, Luke Camery, Athyuttam Eleti, Sara Hartse, Emma Herold, Alexandria Karim, Surbhi Madan, Oluwanifemi Madarikan, Kei Nakagawa, Marley Rafson, Zoe Stoll, and Daniel Ziring will each receive the ...
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Monica McNutt playing in McDonough Gymnasium against La Salle on Nov. 19, 2010 Georgetown scored a victory last Thursday when the DC Zoning Commission unanimously approved the University's revised plans for a new athletic training center to be… Read More
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Financial Reporting Team Leader
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- Northern Trust
- Location
- Ireland, Munster, Limerick
- Salary
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- 09 Jul 2019
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- Financial accountant, Financial analyst
- Contract type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
This is an opportunity for an individual who is proficient in accounting to work on and manage large and/or complex projects meeting the financial reporting needs of our clients as part of a team. The successful candidate will be technically competent, and will demonstrate a broad and in-depth knowledge in the field, plus strong knowledge in related areas.
- Deliver and drive a high quality service to clients through accurate, timely completion of all assigned tasks (which may be parts of larger processes) and requests for information. Be responsive to clients and anticipate their needs.
- Preparation of interim and annual financial statements for Investment Funds under NTI's administration.
- Preparation of any group, board or ad hoc reporting required by your clients.
- Liaise with external auditors and deal with audit queries. Manage the audit process from end to end for your clients.
- Preparation of regulatory returns where applicable.
- Ensuring agreed client service levels and regulatory filing deadlines are consistently met.
- Ensuring other Tax compliance deadlines are met for the funds on your team.
- Preparing and/or reviewing tax computations as required.
- Seek to learn quickly and continually improve service offered.
- Assist other colleagues. Act as effective team member within the unit and with other units by imparting knowledge as appropriate. Liaise with other units – Liaise with other units – Transfer Agency, Custody/Trustee, Fund Accounting, Client Services, Legal, and Client Expenses.
- Train other colleagues in your areas of expertise. Review the work of other colleagues and provide timely feedback on any review points.
- Manage any assigned members of your team as required. Ensure performance review process is completed for your direct reports in a timely manner. Assist in managing the team in your manager's absence.
- Take part in transition and improvement projects as required.
- Liaise with colleagues in support locations, assist in planning outsourced work and provide colleagues in support locations with timely feedback on work provided. Review all work received from support locations
- Accounting experience within the Investment Industry would be a distinct advantage, as would financial reporting experience.
- The successful candidate will likely be a qualified accountant or part qualified accountant and interested in completing their qualification, however a good history of accounting experience will suffice in the absence of qualification.
- Demonstrates initiative in undertaking all processes, recognising and following through on opportunities to deliver improved efficiency and client satisfaction.
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For more than a century, Northern Trust has worked hard building our legacy of outstanding service, expertise and integrity. From a Chicago-based bank founded in 1889, we now have more than 20 international locations and 18,500 employees globally. We serve the world's most-sophisticated clients – from sovereign wealth funds and the wealthiest individuals and families, to the most-successful hedge funds and corporate brands.
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Wisconsin is About to Raise the Barriers to Recounts
Reading Time: 2 minutes Wisconsin was one of a handful of states to shock the nation when it bucked expert predictions and selected Donald Trump in the 2016 presidential election. A partial recount, which, as WhoWhatWhy documented, was plagued by problems, followed the nailbiter. For all the hoops that had to be jumped through to get that recount off Read More


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Follow the 'Semple Trail' for a level off road route from the railway station, to the village, the Visitor Centre and along to Parkhill Wood past Castle Semple Collegiate Church and the Temple on Kenmure Hill to the village of Howwood.
Download the leaflet here: Semple Trail Leaflet Download the Semple Trail history and information Brochure here
The whole Semple Trail is 12 km (8.5 miles) and takes approximately 3 – 4 hours. You will encounter a variety of surfaces from lochside and woodland paths to farmland and quiet country roads.
Please note that there may be grazing cattle or sheep on the farmland at any time of year. Care should always be taken around farm animals as they can be unpredictable. Please keep your dog under control and take all litter home.
You don't need to do it all in one day. Why not follow parts of the Semple Trail to visit the 500 year old Collegiate Church or find your way through the maze to enjoy views from Courtshaw Hill or try to catch a glimpse of a deer in Parkhill Wood.
Use the Semple Trail map or leaflet to plan your route (pick up at the Centre or see the walks & cycles section of the Download page).
Trail Developement and Funding The Semple Trail began in 2003 as the vision of the South Renfrewshire Access Network Initiative (SRANI). Since then, the route has developed in stages and various documents such as the Feasibility Study 2003, Interpretive Masterplan (2006) and a Conservation Statement and Management Proposals (2008) have been commissioned. Funding invested in the Semple Trail to April 2012 exceeded £1.25m.
The current development by SRANI is the Semple Trail Heritage Project (STHP), a heritage and access project to be delivered over 3 years from summer 2012.
Local communities and visitors will be kept informed of progress through regular updates online and at Castle Semple Visitor Centre. There are opportunities get involved through STHP volunteering and activity programmes.
SRANI partners value your opinion on developments so far and future plans so please contact us and let us know what you think!
South Renfrewshire Access Network Initiative
The South Renfrewshire Access Network Initiative (SRANI) came together in 2002 with the aim of establishing a network of paths linking routes, facilities and attractions around Castle Semple Loch. SRANI envisaged enhancement of this path network with seating, information, interpretation and play equipment as well as conservation and enrichment of heritage.
SRANI is a partnership of Clyde Muirshiel Park Authority, Renfrewshire Council, RSPB, Scottish Natural Heritage, Sustrans, Howwood Wildlife and Woodlands Group, Lochwinnoch Millennium Events Group and Lochwinnoch and Howwood Community Councils.
Funding Funding for the path network to April 2012 has been received from Clyde Muirshiel Park Authority, Forward Scotland, Heritage Lottery Fund, Lochwinnoch Millennium Events Group, Renfrewshire Council, Renfrewshire LEADER, Renfrewshire Local Area Committees, RSPB, Scottish Enterprise Renfrewshire, Scottish Natural Heritage, Sustrans, Waste Recycling Environmental Ltd and Westrans.
Semple Trail Heritage Project The Semple Trail Heritage Project will offer a mix of elements relating to access, biodiversity, conservation, discovery and events: · Access – new and improved paths to increase access to heritage around Castle Semple Loch · Biodiversity – enhanced wetland habitats and improved wildlife viewing via camera systems · Conservation – an ice house, artificial cave, cascades and a section of the former estate wall will be conserved to safeguard the heritage for the future and enhance the appeal of this historic environment.
· Discovery – interpretation will be use to increase interest and understanding. SRANI partners believe that good interpretation will transform the Semple Trail path network and stimulate repeat visits throughout the year. · Events and activities – a variety of activities will be offered to provide opportunities for the public to access and learn about the former Castle Semple Estate and the works to be undertaken as part of the project.
To date (June 2012) applications to Heritage Lottery Fund, Scottish Rural Development Programme Challenge Funds and Renfrewshire LEADER have been approved. Together with partner funding, almost £700,000 has so far been committed towards implementation of the STHP. Decisions on further applications are anticipated later in summer 2012.
The STHP is now at a very exciting stage and project partners will soon begin implementation of the elements of the STHP for which funding has been secured. Further information on the STHP is available in the update leaflet
Let us know what you think SRANI will continue to identify and progress opportunities for enhancement of the Semple Trail and related path networks. The partners are committed to consultation at every stage of project development. Local communities have been consulted in relation to draft designs for the sections of path completed to date as well as in the preparation of reports.
We welcome suggestions for development of the project and invite residents and visitors to the area to contact us with their priorities for improvements in relation to new or existing routes and facilities – or even if you feel enough already exist!


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Editor's note: Following is a series of letters sent by a Lovefraud reader, whom we'll call "Grace18." Other names are also changed. Read Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 and Part 4.
As a woman, having been involved on the sidelines with women of many age groups for decades, who were victims of abuse, I found that the one group, constantly being forgotten was the "older" generation. So many of these women, were the mothers….the grandmothers….the aunts, who carried the work load and the child-rearing in dignity, while holding onto their secrets.
Because I had such a variety of friends covering ages above me and coming up behind me, the stories existed with that silence.
There were no terms of general use, to describe the actions of partners from those groups of women, with the gray hair and the faded blue, brown and green eyes.
My dear friend passed away two years ago, leaving me with the conversations stored in my mental trap, of how she struggled under the hard heart and hand of a husband, going into his old age with his demands and opinions. She spoke out when she could, but her tears, that she allowed me to hear, were only the lid on the boiling pot. She died a painful death of cancer, leaving me the choice of "confrontation" against her compliant children, carrying on that threatening abuse. Attacking her husband in his 80's, as now he will be the victim 100% of his own children, whom he taught that hate to….would be useless now.
But, please do not ignore the group of women that as they face their demise, still in so situations deal with those men, who played the games with control…..threat…..and lies.
As a side-point, my brother, (67) grew up using me as his punching bag. There was "no one" to cover me, nor protect me. My distance from him is now decades long, to the point that I forgot he existed, for years. As he went through relationships, his abuse became a noted issue w/the police where he resides.
One wife, happy to disappear….second wife, "took" her share, only to make him angrier…..third wife, became a victim, emotionally and financially, while her sons became physically abused by the monster. I became involved w/o his ever being aware in giving information to the third wife for her use.
The fourth wife (?), I found out about thru court records, tying the two counties that cover where my brother does his "business" of lies and cheating. I saw where the woman was facing prison for using a knife in an altercation with my brother. He had been previously charged with aggravated assault with a weapon against her.
I called the arresting officer, explaining who I was and my own history with my brother as a young person and some events as an adult with him. I explained that this woman was more likely trying to protect herself against the charmer, with a dark inner storm, being my brother……(your perfect description of him in print). The officer took my info and had the female DA call me.
She agreed with me and told me she would speak with the "perpetrator-victim" and DISMISS the charges against her. I would have "loved" to have been a crawling bug in that court room that day!!!! :=) !!
My brother will smooth talk the dollars out of the pockets of men and women, while promoting his charity…..but, turn like a lightning strike on any being that dares to cross him. Was it my Mother, who created the monster….was it my hard working Father, who failed to KNOW how to raise children…..was it women, who gave into the good looking guy…..what ever created the monster of hate and control whether it be DNA or environmental contribution, the existence of controlling, dangerous men (and women) exists with all ages in the range of existence.


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My son was spending the night at a friend's house. Unbeknownst to me my son and his friend were taken to another home where there was an unsupervised party.
The cousin of the friend that they were visiting was house sitting and decided to have an impromptu party and said he could invite friends as well.
There were approximately 15 kids at this party.
There was apparently a collection of swords and BB guns at this home and they were being played with and my son was playing with one of the BB guns.
Not being a gun owning family, my son doesn't know a vast deal about guns, but has been taught NOT to point guns at people and how dangerous they are. But he did not use good judgment and pulled the trigger, not knowing that a BB gun could actually hurt someone or that the gun was loaded. It hit a girl in the leg.
He says he was approximately 10 feet from the girl but that it went pretty deep under the skin and she had to have it surgically removed.
My son is a straight A student, plays on the football team, and has never missed a day of school. He does have one curfew ticket that has been issued in the last 6 months as he was walking home from a friend's house too late instead of calling for a ride.
How would be the best course of action here? Can I be held liable for medical bills for the girl my son accidentally shot with the BB gun? Any information or perspective would be appreciated. Thank you.
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It appears your son was a minor at the time of the shooting. Under Title 78-Section 6-1113 of the Utah Code, you will very likely be responsible for the young girl's medical bills and related costs. However, the State of Utah caps the amount of parental liability at $2,000.
Section 78(A)-6-1113 of the Utah Code reads in part:
"Liability imposed on parents if child intentionally damages or steals property, if child recklessly or willfully shoots an object at a vehicle, airplane, boat or train, or if child intentionally or unlawfully tampers with property of another and recklessly endangers human life or recklessly causes substantial interruption or impairment of a public utility service…."
The right thing to do is to contact the girl's parents and offer to pay the medical bills. You can choose to pay the entire amount of the girl's medical bills, or take the position you are only legally required to pay up to $2,000. It is entirely up to you.
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A few weeks ago I talked about My Summer Wish list (check it out here), everything on the list was fashion related so I thought I'd make another wish list today full of some beauty products I am desperate to try. All the products mentioned are from Asos which is fab because I'm pretty sure they ship worldwide, so all of you reading this should be able to get your hands on any products you also want to try.
This Nyx eyeshadow palette is to die for!! The colours are gorgeous and very versatile but there's also a few brighter more fun colours. I'm obsessed with eyeshadows ever since getting my Too Faced Chocolate Bar and I just want more and more palettes. I want to try more Nyx makeup as its been really popular all over YouTube. I love their liquid lipsticks and hopefully their eyeshadow live up to the hype. Next there's the Pixi Glow Tonic, I remember Zoella talking about this product a while ago and she loved it, ever since then I've wanted to try it out. I love getting new skin care products as it motivates me to take better care of my skin (something I need to start putting more effort into).
I have never tried a Tangle Teezer and I feel like I'm missing out on something huge. Whenever I go shopping I never think to add a hair brush to my cart but I do really want to try a tangle teezer so I'll have to remember next time to get one, but for now it stays on my wish list. Lime Crime is a somewhat controversial brand but I would still love to try their Velvetines Liquid Lipsticks. I love liquid lipsticks and the colours lime crime offers are so pretty plus I've heard the formula is great.
This brow kit from Pixi looks amazing. A lot of other brow kits only have 1-2 shades but this one has 6 different shades!! This is perfect because if I ever wanted to do a friends makeup I'd have an eyebrow shade to suit them in this handy compact. I'm currently using an eyeshadow from my Too Faced palette for my brows which works great but I'd love to have something dedicated for my brows haha. Don't kill me but I don't own a primer, I know its bad but I've never been willing to spend haps of money on something that you don't even see. I've been noticing that my makeup doesn't go on very smoothly and it isn't lasting all too well so I am definitely interested in getting a primer. This primer water from Barry M is only $10 and it claims to be lightweight and rehydrating which sounds perfect for my dry but often oily skin (my skin is a nightmare haha).
As I was scrolling through Asos I found the cutest Dumbo makeup bag. It's too adorable not to add to my wish list. It also looks like a very good size, not too big but big enough to fit all my makeup and skin care products I'd need if I were staying at a friends or something like that. Contouring is something I've always been a little cautious of. I get scared of putting on too much or it looking too orange so I've always shied away from it, but when all I see on instagram is everyone's perfectly carved cheekbones I felt left out. I feel like this contour palette from Nude by Nature would be really nice to start out with because the colours are quite subtle and there's two options so I can see what one would work better for my skin tone (there's also a highlight, yes please!!).
All these products look amazing and I'd love to try them one day but until I get a job and get some money in the bank they'll have to stay in my wish list :(. At least now I have 8 more things I want to buy, I'll add them to the mile long list haha. I hope you enjoyed reading and I'll talk again soon with you all very soon. Let me know in the comments what's on your beauty wish list, I've always got room to add more to mine.


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Although I still dont know if I will need a CS Im thinking positive and trying to get a bit of a birth plan soughted out for if I get a VB.
Due to circumstances DH may not be able to be at the birth and at first I automaticly thought, "OK so who else is there?"
But today a friend and I were discussing our previous births and while I was explaining to her that I was so 'in the zone' in labour last time I really didnt care or pay any attention to who else was there. It hit me 'maybe I should do it alone' (midwives and drs though- love my medical care )
I feel a bit selfish even considering it as I do have people who would happy be there but I think back to my last labour and I had 2 people there with me and (not in a bad way) but they were no real help - there was nothing for them to do but sit there and watch. I guess they're there more for moral support but I found if anything being constantly asked 'are you ok/need anything?' was a bit distracting.
So Im wondering anyone who has given birth alone (by choice or otherwise) do you wish you hadnt been alone? Was it a positive experience?
I may be slightly deluded about the whole idea (im sure reality is different) but I can only imagine the sense of pride doing it alone. And I think I will have an easier time not having to worry about the people around me. Am I mad??
(this is just my thinking out loud, I havent discussed it with OB/middie yet- dont even know if its allowed)
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22-01-2009 20:52 #1
Desperate to hear from anyone who has given birth without a support person.
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It isnt necessary to have a birth partner there is woman who dont have the choice of support whatsoever so dnt think it isnt allowed
How come DH cant be there, maybe discuss that with the middies and if u did feel u need a support person maybe they can arrange a student middie to be that person for you, or you can get a doula/student doula.
Cant say I know anyone that has done it alone and I know what your saying about the :in the zone: i was the same with DD1 but i slipped in and out of that zone and would have freaked if i was alone.
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I don't know about doing it on your own, and if you don't want anyone there then I can't see that being an issue - perhaps though you could arrange to have someone who "could" be there and will be able to help you out afterwards, running back to your house if you need something, helping you with anything that you might want help with prior to your DH getting back. I think it's always a good idea to have someone who can drop and run to you if need be. Good luck with it
22-01-2009 21:19 #4
Nomadic - good idea. IF I do choose to go it alone I will make sure I have someone on standby so they can come in right after or if I need them.
22-01-2009 22:45 #5
IMO the less spectators to a birth, the better. And this includes family and friends. No matter how well I might know or like someone I think a certain amount of performance anxiety kicks in and makes it a little harder to get in the zone, especially if those well-meaning people feel the need to keep tabs on how you're doing.
This time I will still have people there, but my midwife is under orders to keep in the background and only step in if need be, DP will be doing whatever errands will keep him busy until I need him (or possibly working since he works from home) and I'll be mainly relying on my doula for practical support with positions/focus etc.
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22-01-2009 22:58 #6
I have had a bub alone! Not by choice as such but because bub come to quick for anyone to get there in time.
I was in hospi due to be induced in the morning, but woke having the instinctive feeling of needing to push, I called the nurse and yelled at her to ring my mum as the baby is coming, she kinda said 'no you dont' (not those exact words) and i said 'ring my mum bub is coming' she then had a little look and said 'yes baby is on its way' lol then told me to sit in a wheelchair to got to delivery sweet.....ummmm i walked! could not sit due to the pushing feeling. In between all this somehow someone called my mum and hubby who got there about 10 minutes after i had given birth! In all honesty i did not even notice that no one was there! until after bub was born, she wasn't breathing and i was in a mad panic and really wanted my mum! Finally when mum turned up, bubby took her first breath on her own!
Long story but if you are happy to go it alone, i think you will be OK but as PP said have someone on standby as you never know if you might decide you need a bit of extra support or encouragement.
BTW- the nurses where of great support to me and very reassuring, much more than my mum or hubby could be anyway. They calmed me down and talked me through the whole quick labour thing! If you let them know that you are going it alone, i think they will step up and be the support that you do need anyway.
23-01-2009 05:19 #7
I had my 1st without a support person... and to be honest I don't think it made any difference
Some people need to be emotionally supported and I understand that, although some don't, and having a support person there because it's the done thing isn't necessarily always for the best.
I agree that a "performance anxiety" mentality absolutely existed with me, I was soooo much more comfortable and relaxed being there on my own
Now that I am about to have baby no.3, I am still undecided if I will be taking DH in with me.. he wants to be there for moral support, but is really more about me than him, so I will have to decide if I want him there or not!
Poor hubby! Only want to help
23-01-2009 05:27 #8
Oh and I don't believe the term "support person" actually existed until the mid 1980's because ladies just went in alone, had their babies and went home
No one seemed to really need a support person until then..... I wonder why that is
Sorry I went a bit off track!
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So yeah, that particular work project just keeps getting better. Today I got this in my email from the manufacturer of a critical component, reaffirming my personal "If it's not in-stock on Digikey, I do not specify it in my design" policy.
[…] The <display> is on
hold. There are no technical reasons but it has been decided that it will be turned
on again if we receive a commitment from a customer. Makes it a bit harder to sell
without a product but that is the path that <vendor> has chosen to take. At 10K the
display would be $### each. Once turned back on, samples would take 10 to 12 weeks.
So, this display turns out to be a rather special type of display, which we've gone to considerable expense in researching, testing, and designing a product around. We'd been working with this vendor for the better part of a year and they're already aware of and (until around today, apparently) cool with our expected volumes (5kU-10kU, contingent on, among other things, their product actually existing), so this is kind of a giant kick in the nuts. Basically, we're too small-fish and they'll maybe consider manufacturing the (already-designed) display product if a larger customer wants some. The specific reason we were working with <vendor> to begin with was that they were the only vendor of this type of display that didn't give us the old "fuck off, come back and speak to us when you have that PO for 50kU in hand *click*" that seems to be the industry standard. Soooo… project is back to square one, $$$ of development money thrown into the trashcan. Not even from e.g. a big government contract, where it's pretty much unnoticed and understood if some of the development time we've spent vaporizes for reasons beyond our control, but the hard-earned cash of a couple entrepeneurs, who are not going to be the least bit happy that their almost-product just went up in vaporware.


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23 Stand Tall
I was filled with doubts and worries until my grandfather told me to stand tall.
It was no wonder I wasn't looking forward to entering ninth grade. High school is well known for being a battleground, where everyone seems to be going through awkward physical changes, emotional mood swings, and low self-esteem. For me, height was my trouble.
I had always felt insecure and out of place as one of the taller members of my class in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, standing a head above the other girls and stooping at the back of the line to avoid sticking out .
I especially hated being around large groups of people, like during the social hour after services at my synagogue . Once the prayers were finished, I would leave as quickly as possible so I could avoid another well-meaning congregant squealing,"Ruthie!Look how tall you're getting!"Ugh.
My grandfather would watch me grow increasingly uncomfortable, but he didn't laugh at my self-consciousness or try to console me. Instead, he would admonish me.
Stand straight and tall, he'd say, as I unsuccessfully tried to shrink myself.
And each time, I would sheepishly comply . Even at age 15, I understood that his advice was about more than just feet and inches.
My grandfather grew up in war-torn Europe. When German soldiers occupied his hometown, the beautiful and thriving city of Tarnow, Poland,he defied them and eventually wound up joining the Soviet army to fight for his country's freedom. "Stand straight, stand tall," meant something else back then.
I trusted my grandfather more than anyone else in my childhood. And whenever I was afraid of something, he would tell me stories of his life.
After the war, he boarded a boat for America, and on January 27,1947, he stepped onto the dock of Pier 86 in Manhattan. He was hungry and suffering from sickness. All alone in a new country, he was frightened about his future.
Still, he marched head-on into the hustle and bustle of the streets of New York. Soon he met other European immigrants, each of them trying to find his or her own way.
If they could do it, why couldn't he? "Stand straight, stand tall," he would remind himself.
Thanks to the help of a loyal and trusting friend, my grandfather acquired a jewelry booth on Canal Street, at that time the heart of the busy diamond district in New York City. He once told me how nervous he was on that first day of work. He was not only trying to learn this tough new business, but also a new language.
To his surprise, the men in the neighboring booths—who could have taken advantage of him—offered their help and advice. Within months, my grandfather was commanding his spot behind the counter, selling diamonds and all kinds of cultured pearls as if he'd been doing it his whole life.
Stand straight. Stand tall.
In later years, my grandfather would escort both my mother and her sister down the aisle at their weddings. As he stood with each of them beneath the chuppah , he thought about their new beginnings, and of the adventures and challenges they would experience together. He also thought about the children who would one day carry on his family name.
I am so proud to be one of those children. Listening to my grandfather's remarkable experiences has changed the way I view my own life.
His advice to me has become much more than a challenge to improve my posture. It tells me to be proud of who I am.
Stand straight, stand tall, my grandfather told me.
And I do.
(By Ruthie Just Braffman)