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Methods for preserving hormones in male pets
Health impacts of neutering
In 2007 a respected veterinarian published a review of the pros and cons of spaying and neutering at different ages (Determining the optimal age for gonadectomy of dogs and cats, Margaret Root Kustritz.) This has generated substantial discussion and some further research, and thought leaders are beginning to accept that spay and neuter have both positive and negative health consequences that vary by age, gender, and breed, and that we're only beginning to understand the situation.
In particular, mounting evidence indicates that in at least large dogs, the health benefits of keeping the hormones may outweigh the health risks. A recent publication from U.C. Davis (de la Riva, Hart et al, 2013) looked at two joint disorders and three cancers– hip dysplasia, cranial cruciate ligament tear, lymphosarcoma, hemangiosarcoma and mast cell tumor– and showed that, for all five diseases analyzed, the disease rates were significantly higher in both males and females that were neutered either early or late compared with intact (non-neutered) dogs. For males, the health pro and cons tip even more strongly in favor of keeping the hormones than in females, since the only health conditions prevented by neuter are benign prostatic hyperplasia in older dogs (which is treatable by neuter or PEMF), and testicular cancer (which is also a disease of old age and treated by castration, which is usually curative).
For an overview of health issues related to removal of the testes and ovaries and review of contraceptive options, see this article in the Innovative Veterinary Care journal written by Drs. Linda Brent and Michelle Kutzler.
Hormone-sparing sterilization
Surgical neuter (or the nonsurgical alternative, calcium chloride) will always have a place in spay/neuter, because it reduces the hormone-driven behaviors (roaming, mounting, fighting, marking) that make it hard to keep intact male dogs in homes. However, as a result of the health data, a set of highly-motivated and informed potential adopters is beginning to question or resist the mandatory neuters required to adopt from a shelter. In particular, those thinking of adopting breeds known to have greater risk of certain problems after neuter may be in this category (for example, Rottweilers and giant breeds are prone to bone cancers). But this is a highly distressing development to shelters, which fear going backwards on the progress on euthanasia rates and overpopulation that has been made thanks to widespread spay/neuter.
In these situations, veterinarians should be prepared to give adopters and owners a choice. As long as sterilization is achieved, clients should be free to request either a hormone-sparing sterilization procedure, or a behavior-changing neuter procedure such as surgical neuter.
Shelters offering hormone-preserving options will have an answer for potential adoptees who would otherwise be turned off from shelter adoption because of mandatory traditional neuter; and veterinarians offering vasectomy and other hormone-preserving options are likely to be in great demand.
More information
We maintain a list of veterinarians open to performing vasectomy or other hormone-sparing sterilization options for male dogs. Please contact us if you are a veterinarian who wishes to be included on this list. If you're a dog owner/guardian and have a veterinarian who might like to offer vasectomy or another hormone-sparing technique, please consider passing the information along. And please let us know if you have any experience to share, whether especially positive or negative, with contacting one of these vets!
– More about hormones and health: Pukka's Promise by Ted Kerasote, author of Merle's Door
– More links to the science on hormones and health: Parsemus Foundation Ovary-sparing spay page for female dogs
Specific methods
Although it is not widely performed, vasectomy is an accepted way to sterilize dogs without impacting hormones. A number of veterinarians are willing to offer vasectomy (for example, for clients who want to sterilize their dogs right away to prevent accidental litters, but wait for neuter until after the dogs' growth plates close). We are gathering a list of veterinarians who offer vasectomy. If you choose vasectomy for your dog, be sure to ask the vet to look into current recommendations for human vasectomy techniques, as some techniques have been shown to be more effective than others (such as cautery with fascial interposition) and are now considered best practice.
Resources: American Urological Association Vasectomy Guidelines (published 2012; amended 2015).
Please note that as of early 2016, Zeuterin is no longer available
Zeuterin is an "in between" sterilization method: in between testosterone-preserving vasectomy and testosterone-eliminating castration. It is thought to reduce testosterone on average 41-52%, and not to change behavior much. Conveniently, it is an injection rather than surgery. In addition, it is FDA-approved, produced by Ark Sciences, and should be easier to find than a vet offering vasectomy. Conceptually, it is an interesting option for those seeking a "middle path" (who are okay with partial hormone reduction). However, there are many anecdotal reports in circulation of post-injection pain or abscess, and subsequent histology that reveals some remaining spermatogenesis.
Vanderstichel et al. (2015) Recent publication reporting variable testosterone levels in dogs chemically castrated with Esterilsol (Zeuterin). Abstract
Epididymal injection of calcium chloride
Calcium chloride in alcohol testicular injection is becoming better known as a faster, lower-cost, less traumatic alternative to neuter surgery. It is usually used as a one-time intratesticular injection that results in significant decreases in testosterone and permanent sterilization (see our calcium chloride page for more info). But based on studies in other species and in studies of other sterilants in dogs, we think when injected into the epididymis, the sperm storage area, instead of the testicles, it could have potential as a hormone-preserving option and a nonsurgical alternative to vasectomy in both humans and animals.
Immature sperm leave the testes and travel to the epididymis where they mature and are stored till needed. Injection of calcium chloride into the epididymis can stop sperm from being produced but not affect the production of testosterone, which is made in the Leydig cells of the testes. Epididymal injection of calcium chloride has been tried in bulls, and epididymal injection of another substance (chlorhexidine) has been studied in dogs (see below). A recent study using calcium chloride in alcohol in dogs has confirmed that sterility can be achieved while preserving testosterone.
With informed consent, a veterinarian could offer epididymal injection of calcium chloride to an owner seeking hormone-preserving sterilization but not wanting to subject the dog to vasectomy surgery (calcium chloride in alcohol rather than chlorhexidine is likely a more cautious place to start from a safety standpoint). A sperm sample would determine whether the injection had been successful or not. If you are a veterinarian who, after careful research, provides calcium chloride epididymal injection to a well-informed owner specifically requesting it, you can further science for the benefit of all dogs by sharing your experience with us at firstname.lastname@example.com
2012 overview of epididymal injection approach and references
Blockage of Sperm Transport Using Intraepididymal Calcium Chloride Injections in Rams: Bowman et al., 1978. Free full text.
Epididymal injection papers using chlorhexidine injection by MH Pineda: 1977 dogs (Am J Vet Res); 1978 dogs (Canine Pract);1981 dogs (Theriogenology), and 1984 cats (Am J Vet Res)
Epididymal injection of chlorhexidine in dogs: Aiudi, Silvestre, Leoci et al, ACC&D 4th International Symposium, 2010, abstract and poster
Effects of intratesticular vs intraepididymal calcium chloride sterilant on testicular morphology and fertility in dogs. Leoci et al. 2019. Theriogenology. Free full text.
Epididymal injection of sotradecol
Sotradecol is an inexpensive drug commonly used as a sclerosant to collapse spider veins in humans. (Polidocanol, a newer and more expensive drug used for the same purpose, is reported by some doctors to not work as well or smoothly.) Sotradecol can be injected into varicose veins in liquid or foaming form. Although it has not been tried, foaming sotradecol might be an optimal epididymal injection, sclerosing the epididymis and staying in place more than a liquid sterilant (not running as much into the testicles or vas deferens). Safety is likely, given the extensive use in humans for spider veins over many years. Like with other epididymal injections, a sperm sample would determine whether the injection had been successful or not.
Please contact us if you are a veterinarian or researcher who accumulates data on this approach that you wish to share. A small publication prize is available for publication of IACUC-approved research in a peer-reviewed open-access journal.
Overview of epididymal sotradecol injection approach
Epididymal ligation
This is an interesting, extremely simple, low-cost technique that has been published in rams. It might not work in dogs because of anatomical differences in epididymal size and position, but could be tried.
Tamadon A. 2010. Epididymis ligation: a minimally invasive technique for preparation of teaser rams. Free full text. Also, earlier conference presentation: Tamadon et al. 2009. Pinhole epididymis ligation: A novel technique for teaser rams preparation. Free download.
Gur et al. 2011. The effects of prepubertal epididymal ligation upon androgen receptor distribution in the rat caput epididymis. Free full text.
Ultrasound is a non-invasive treatment using equipment already common in physical therapists' offices. It has proven difficult to get it to work in animals with larger testes to confirm reports of efficacy in humans and primates in the 1970's, but it has been effective in recent publications in rats and mid-size dogs. Researcher Raffaella Leoci is the primary investigator publishing on the use in dogs in modern times; her team's 2009 publication can be found online, and the 2015 publication details the exact methods necessary for effectiveness in mid-size dogs (permanent sterilization is not achieved if the settings are not right).
Leoci et al. 2009. Ultrasound as a mechanical method of male dog contraception. Abstract
Leoci et al. 2015. Therapeutic Ultrasound as a Potential Male Dog Contraceptive: Determination of the Most Effective Application Protocol. Free full text.
Vasalgel is a contraceptive that is currently being developed for humans (see our Vasalgel page), but the concept is applicable to dogs and other species. Vasalgel works by injecting a polymer gel into the vas deferens – the tubes that carry the sperm – which blocks the sperm but allows fluids to pass through. The procedure does not affect hormones and is reversible. Further research is planned on the applicability of Vasalgel for dogs and cats.


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Firstly - thank you so much to all of you who came out to watch me paint in person at the "Jasmine Paints LIVE" Pop Gallery event the other day at Downtown Disney! I had a wonderful time showing my technique and discussing art with you guys. We definitely plan on doing more of these live painting events in the future, so stay tuned. Did you miss the event? There is a short video of me painting at the event & talking about what I'm working on up at YouTube - click HERE to see the video.
Also - very cool - the Pop Gallery Facebook has posted dozens of photos from the event HERE Lots of photos of me, the painting, etc.
Secondly - we quickly ran out of the FaerieCon giveaway tickets, I am sorry about that! Response was overwhelming and we ran out in less than an hour. Luckily though, FaerieCon tickets aren't too expensive and you can still actually purchase them online at their website here: FaerieCon.Com
. FaerieCon is in Hunt Valley (Baltimore), Maryland and will be my only show in the Northeast area this year, so if you live nearby- this is your chance to come out & meet me & see tons of my artwork! I will be there in person all day every day from Novmber 9th - November 11th. To RSVP or for further details, directions, etc. visit my FaerieCon Event Page HERE.
Thirdly - I have a brand new original painting up for a penny auction on eBay! The latest installment in my Faces of Faery series - this is #202 in the series - Click HERE to see the new original Faces of Faery painting!
And finally, I'll be posting a lot of new works-in-progress for both FaerieCon and my Fairytale Fabulous shows very soon up at my Facebook - for both shows also I will be posting pre-order/reservation information on the work-in-progress posts for anybody who wants to "claim" an original before the shows start!
Video & Photos from Jasmine Paint LIVE!
I had so much fun at the "Jasmine Paints LIVE" Pop Gallery event the other day at Downtown Disney! My husband Matt took a short video with his iPhone and it is now up at YouTube = click HERE to see the video. Enjoy watching videos of me painting? You can expect more in the future! In fact, (this is in the very early stages) I might even be re-instating the long-forgotten live "paintcam" I had throughout the late 90's-early 2000's. Now with improved technology, a live webcam feed of me painting is in the works, possibly coming this winter. For now though, you might want to follow my YouTube channel for future videos.
And yes - Pop Gallery Facebook has posted dozens of photos from the event HERE. We are hoping to do more "Jasmine Paints LIVE" events in the future - keep an eye on Pop Gallery's Facebook HERE to stay tuned!
Curious about the painting I'm working on in the video & photos? It is a brand new piece called "Cinderella at Midnight" - a large 24"x18" original acrylic painting on panel - it will be debuting at my Fairytale Fabulous event at Pop Gallery on December 15-16th, and yes - they are already taking pre-reservations for the Limited Edition Hand Embellished Canvases (these are the massive full sized gallery wrap exclusive canvases, and are $695 each) as well as the original painting itself (priced at $5000 - and yes they will ship worldwide). You can reserver either of these (as well as my new "Red Riding Hood's Picnic" shown in the Fairytale Fabulous flyer) by emailing email@example.com or calling (407)827-8200.
New Original Painting - Faces of Faery 202
Yay! A new original painting is up for auction on eBay, starting at just one penny to bid! This piece is my the 202nd installment in my original series "Faces of Faery". Like all of the Faces of Faery, she is 6"x6" square - an acrylic painting on 2" deep cradled masonite, ready-to-hang! Exploring the diverse world of faery, this installment in the series features a gothic angel with sparkling green fairy dust - she is so lovely!
This original painting auction runs for 10 days ending the evening of October 31st (Halloween Night!) at about 5:55pm central time. You can see the original painting here:
"Faces of Faery 202" ORIGINAL Painting
Prefer a print? I have prints of the same size, signed by me on the back, on sale this week only for $9.99 up in our Magical_Figurines eBay store:
Click HERE for Prints of Faces of Faery 202
Want hand embellished, Limited Edition canvas prints of my entire Faces of Faery series? Each is ready to hang, signed & dated by me! Those are all here:
Jasmine's Faces of Faery Canvas Collection

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Uterine fibroids are benign (not cancer) growths in the uterus. They are the most common type of growth found in a woman's pelvis. In some women, fibroids remain small and do not cause symptoms or problems. However, in some women, fibroids can cause problems because of their size, number, and location.
Types of Fibroids
Uterine fibroids are growths that develop from the muscle tissue of the uterus. They also are called leiomyomas or myomas.
The size, shape, and location of fibroids can vary greatly. They may be present inside the uterus, on its outer surface or within its wall, or attached to it by a stem-like structure.
Fibroids can range in size from small, pea-sized growths to large, round ones that may be more than 5–6 inches wide. As they grow, they can distort the inside as well as the outside of the uterus. Sometimes fibroids grow large enough to completely fill the pelvis or abdomen.
A woman may have only one fibroid or many of varying sizes. Whether fibroids will occur singly or in groups is hard to predict. They may remain very small for a long time, suddenly grow rapidly, or grow slowly over a number of years.
Fibroids are most common in women aged 30–40 years, but they can occur at any age. Fibroids occur more often in African American women than in white women. They also seem to occur at a younger age and grow more quickly in African American women.
It is not clear what causes fibroids. Some research suggests that they develop from misplaced cells present in the body before birth. The female hormones estrogen and progesterone appear to be involved in their growth. Levels of these hormones can increase or decrease throughout a woman's life. For instance, menopause causes a decrease in estrogen. Fibroids often shrink when a woman enters menopause. Hormonal drugs that contain estrogen, such as birth control pills, may cause fibroids to grow.
Fibroids may cause the following symptoms: changes in menstruation (longer, more frequent, or heavy menstrual periods, menstrual pain, vaginal bleeding at times other than menstruation, anemia); pain in the abdomen or lower back (often dull, heavy and aching, but may be sharp) or during sex; pressure (difficulty urinating or frequent urination); constipation, rectal pain, or difficult bowel movements; abdominal cramps; enlarged uterus and abdomen; miscarriages; infertility.
These symptoms also may be signs of other problems. Therefore, you should see your doctor if you have any of these symptoms.
Fibroids also may cause no symptoms at all. Fibroids may be found during a routine pelvic exam or during tests for other problems.
Although most fibroids do not cause problems, there can be complications. Fibroids that are attached to the uterus by a stem may twist and can cause pain, nausea, or fever. Fibroids that grow rapidly, or those that start breaking down, also may cause pain. Rarely, they can be associated with cancer.
A very large fibroid may cause swelling of the abdomen. This swelling can make it hard to do a thorough pelvic exam.
Fibroids also may cause infertility, although other causes are more common. Other factors should be explored before fibroids are considered the cause of a couple's infertility. When fibroids are thought to be a cause, many women are able to become pregnant after they are treated.
The first signs of fibroids may be detected during a routine pelvic exam. A number of tests may show more information about fibroids:
Ultrasonography uses sound waves to create a picture of the uterus and other pelvic organs.
Hysteroscopy uses a slender device (the hysteroscope) to see the inside of the uterus. It is inserted through the vagina and cervix (opening of the uterus). This permits the doctor to see fibroids inside the uterine cavity.
Hysterosalpingography is a special X-ray test. It may detect abnormal changes in the size and shape of the uterus and fallopian tubes.
Sonohysterography is a test in which fluid is put into the uterus through the cervix. Ultrasonography is then used to show the inside of the uterus. The fluid provides a clear picture of the uterine lining.
Laparoscopy uses a slender device (the laparoscope) to help the doctor see the inside of the abdomen. It is inserted through a small cut just below or through the navel. The doctor can see fibroids on the outside of the uterus with the laparoscope.
Imaging tests, such as magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography scans, may be used but are rarely needed. Some of these tests may be used to track the growth of fibroids over time.
Fibroids that do not cause symptoms, are small, or occur in a woman who is nearing menopause often do not require treatment.
Certain signs and symptoms may signal the need for treatment:
– Heavy or painful menstrual periods that cause anemia or that disrupt a woman's normal activities
– Bleeding between periods
– Uncertainty whether the growth is a fibroid or another type of tumor, such as an ovarian tumor
– Rapid increase in growth of the fibroid
– Infertility
– Pelvic pain
There are many treatment options for fibroids. The choice of treatment depends on factors such as your own wishes and your doctor's medical advice about the size and location of the fibroids.
Drug therapy is an option for some women with fibroids. Medications may reduce the heavy bleeding and painful periods that fibroids sometimes cause. But, they may not prevent the growth of fibroids. Surgery often is needed later. Drug treatment for fibroids includes the following options:
– Birth control pills and other types of hormonal birth control methods. These drugs often are used to control heavy bleeding and painful periods. A drawback is that this treatment may cause the fibroids to increase slightly in size. For some women, the benefits of hormonal contraception outweigh the risk of this side effect.
– Gonadotropin–releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists. These drugs stop the menstrual cycle and can shrink fibroids. They sometimes are used before surgery to reduce the risk of bleeding. GnRH agonists have many side effects, including bone loss, osteoporosis, vaginal dryness, and night sweats. For these reasons, they are used only for short periods (less than 6 months). After a woman stops taking a GnRH agonist, her fibroids usually return to their previous size.
– Progestin–releasing intrauterine device. This option is for women with fibroids that do not distort the inside of the uterus. It reduces heavy and painful bleeding but does not treat the fibroids themselves.
– In addition to these drugs, many others are being studied for the treatment of fibroids.
Myomectomy is the surgical removal of fibroids while leaving the uterus in place. Because a woman keeps her uterus, she may still be able to have children. If a woman does become pregnant after a myomectomy, the baby may need to be delivered by cesarean birth. Sometimes, though, a myomectomy causes internal scarring that can lead to infertility.
Fibroids do not regrow after surgery, but new fibroids may develop. If they do, more surgery may be needed.
Myomectomy may be done in a number of ways: laparotomy, laparoscopy or hysteroscopy.
The method used depends on the location and size of the fibroids. In laparotomy, an incision (cut) is made in the abdomen. The fibroids are removed through the incision. In laparoscopy, a laparoscope is used to view the inside of the pelvis. Other tools are inserted through another small incision to remove the fibroids.
Hysteroscopy can be used to remove fibroids that protrude into the cavity of the uterus. A resectoscope is inserted through the hysteroscope. The resectoscope destroys fibroids with electricity or a laser beam. Although it cannot remove fibroids deep in the walls of the uterus, it often can control the bleeding these fibroids cause. In most cases, an overnight stay in the hospital is not necessary.
Myomectomy has risks, including bleeding and infection. Hysteroscopy may cause other problems related to the use of fluid during the procedure. Your doctor can explain all of the risks to you.
Endometrial Ablation
Endometrial ablation destroys the lining of the uterus. It is used to treat women who have heavy menstrual periods. This treatment also is used to treat women with small (less than 3 centimeters) fibroids.
There are several ways to perform endometrial ablation. Most of them use some form of energy, such as heat, to destroy the uterine lining. Not all of the methods are used to treat fibroids. Two commonly used methods are the heated balloon and a method using microwave energy.
Risks of endometrial ablation include bleeding and infection. The device used to destroy the lining of the uterus may pass through the uterine wall or bowel, although this rarely happens. Most women are not able to get pregnant after they have this procedure.
Uterine Artery Embolization
Another way to treat fibroids is called uterine artery embolization (UAE). In this procedure, the blood vessels to the uterus are blocked, stopping the blood flow that allows fibroids to grow.
This procedure usually is performed by a specially trained radiologist. In some cases, it is done as an outpatient procedure. In other cases, you may need to spend a night in the hospital.
A small incision (cut) is made in your groin area. A tube called a catheter is passed through the large artery there until it reaches the small arteries that supply the uterus with blood. Tiny particles (about the size of grains of sand) are injected through the catheter into these arteries. The particles cut off the blood flow to the fibroid and cause it to shrink. The procedure works even if you have more than one fibroid.
Many women have cramping for a few hours after the procedure. Some women have nausea or fever. Medicine often can help treat these symptoms.
Complications are not common and include infection and uterine injury. Most women will resume regular menstrual periods shortly after the procedure. In about 40% of women older than 50 years who have UAE, menstrual periods do not return.
The effect of UAE on future pregnancies is not clear. Women who have had UAE may be at greater risk for placenta problems during pregnancy. Women who want to have children may want to consider other forms of treatment.
Hysterectomy is the removal of the uterus. The ovaries may or may not be removed. For this procedure, the uterus may be removed through an incision (cut) in the abdomen or through the vagina. The method used depends on the size of the fibroids. For pain relief, you may be given general anesthesia, which puts you to sleep, or regional anesthesia, which blocks out feeling in the lower part of your body. You may need to stay in the hospital for a few days after this procedure.
Hysterectomy may be needed if: pain or abnormal bleeding persists, fibroids are very large or other treatments are not possible.
If your doctor thinks you need a hysterectomy, he or she will first rule out other problems with the uterus, such as diseases of the uterine lining. A woman is no longer able to have children after having a hysterectomy.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging–Guided Ultrasound Surgery
In this new approach, ultrasound waves are used to destroy fibroids. The waves are directed at the fibroids through the skin with the help of magnetic resonance imaging. Studies show that women have improved symptoms up to 1 year after having the procedure. Whether this approach provides long-term relief is currently being studied.
Uterine fibroids are benign growths that occur quite often in women. Fibroids may cause no symptoms and require no treatment. Sometimes, however, they need to be treated.
If you have uterine fibroids or have had them in the past, you should be checked by your doctor on a regular basis. Getting regular checkups and being alert to warning signs will help you be aware of changes that may require treatment


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text: Concertmaster of the San Diego Symphony Orchestra since 1986, Igor Gruppman works closely with Music Director Yoav Talmi and is a frequent soloist with the orchestra. He also has an active concert career as a soloist and member, with his wife Vesna Stefanovich-Gruppman, of the Gruppman Duo. He has appeared in performance in twenty-two countries on four continents. Gruppman was born in Kiev, Ukraine, where he began his violin studies at the age of seven. At the age of eleven he made his recital debut in Kiev Philharmonic Hall performing the Vieuxtemps Violin Concerto No.4, and at thirteen he won first prize in the National Youth Competition in Ukraine. Two years later Gruppman was awarded a scholarship for study at the Central Special Music School for Outstanding Young Musicians in Moscow, and at nineteen he went to the Moscow Conservatory to study with the great violinist Leonid Kogan, with David Oistrakh and Mstislav Rostropovich. He graduated from the Conservatory with distinction and with a Gold Medal in performance and in 1979, shortly after arriving in the United States, won the Jascha Heifetz Scholarship, which enabled him to study with the great master.


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Ingenious spatula for those late night grilling sessions
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This was a great gift for a friend who grills almost daily. He loved it!
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Guiding Light
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Grillight incorporates high power LED lighting into a restaurant grade stainless steel frame spatula designed to point light exactly where you need—directly on your food. And, unlike other grill lights that cast a bluish hue, the LEDs used in this innovative utensil have been precisely tuned to replicate daylight so you can see the true color of the food you're cooking. Grillight is even dishwasher-safe (just be sure to remove the LED first).
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Length: 4:23 Minutes – Main album version
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Writers: Stefan Gordy, Skyler Gordy, Jamahl Listenbee, Peter Schroeder
Producer: Redfoo, GoonRock
Party Rock Anthem is a song which has been number one on the lists of Australia, Iceland, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, New Zealand, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States. The song was such a huge hit that it reached the top five in Sweden, Poland, Finland, Norway and Italy.
The success of the song crossed the borders and reached to height of success worldwide. It was the third best selling digital single of 2011 with sales of 9.7 million copies and also the third best selling digital song in US history. Party Rock Anthem presently is ranked billboard's fifth most successful song of all time.
Party Rock Anthem is a song performed by the American dance pop recording duo, LMFAO, which featured British singer Lauren Bennett and American producer Goonrock. It was released in 2011 as the first single from their second album Sorry for Party Rocking. It interpolates lyrics from Rick Ross's song "Hustlin".
The Song is a mostly electronic composition and it was featured in the 2012 film 21 Jump Street, it won the MTV Movie Award for the Best Music. The song also won the Award of Favorite Song at the 2012 Kids' Choice Awards.
The music video of the song was released on March 8th, 2011. Produced by the two members of LMFAO, Redfoo and Sky Blu, with the assistance of Shinzu Ai the video was a huge hit too. It was choreographed by, and features, Quest Crew members Hokuto Konishi, Victor Kim, Ryan Conferido, Steve Terada, Aris Paracuelles, Brian Hirano and Ryan Feng. The video is a parody of the 2002 horror film 28 Days Later. Lauren Bennett, featured in the song, also appeared in the music video.
Director Mickey Finnegan talking about the concept: ""There's been an epidemic, the world has gone crazy, as soon as the song came out, everyone got possessed and all they want to do is to shuffle, everyone is a shuffler."
The video features the dancers performing the Melbourne Shuffle, which quickly gained popularity in the United States.


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Insurance Claims for your Roof
Floridians are no strangers to hurricanes. Recently, Hurricane Irma passed through the Sunshine State causing great damage to hundreds of peoples' roofs. Wind and rain from the storm can damage your roof, causing leaks that can ruin your home's interior.
Damage to your roof can be both expensive and time consuming to fix. For those that have home insurance, the process of filing a claim is very tricky.
At Aastro Roofing, we can be your local roofer. Here are a few tips you should know about filing an insurance claim for your roof.
Be familiar with your insurance policy
Familiarizing yourself with your insurance policy is important. You should have a general idea of what your policy covers. Insurance coverages vary greatly depending on a number of factors including the age of your roof and the area that you live in.
The age of your roof is a big determinant of whether your insurance company will pay for your roof's repair. For most insurance companies, if your roof is over 10 years old, you may only be reimbursed for the depreciated value of your roof.
However, if you have not been giving the proper maintenance to your roof with the help of a professional roofer, your insurance company may determine that the damage is from aging or poor condition and you may not be covered at all. If there is something you do not understand about your policy or if you have any questions regarding what your insurance can and cannot cover, contact your insurance agent.
Photograph damage
Before a storm hits, it is important to take "before pictures" to minimize the risk of having your insurance question your claim. After the storm has passed, you should also take pictures to document the damage as proof of the destruction the storm has caused to your property.
Do not try to fix the damage yourself and avoid throwing out damaged items without talking to your insurance agent first and explaining your situation. You should also provide your insurance companies with any roof invoices, bills, or documents you may have so that it can speed up the process of your claim.
File a claim immediately
Call your insurance agent immediately after the storm has passed to file a claim. Many people will be in your same situation and the majority of insurance companies take cases on a first-come, first-serve basis, so waiting will delay your claim.
Make sure you explain in detail the extent of the damages caused to your property and ask any questions you may have. Take note of the subsequent steps you need to take to proceed with your claim.
Hire a professional roofer
Hiring a professional and experienced roofing company that you can trust is essential. The roofer will carefully inspect your damaged roof and identify the areas that need immediate repair. Your trusted roofer will also come up with an estimate of the damages caused to your roof so that you can provide this document to your insurance company.
At Aastro Roofing, we want to help those homeowners still affected by Hurricane Irma navigate through the process of filing their insurance claims. If your roof has been damaged as a result of a hurricane, contact us immediately.
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Plonk: an Australian wine story
From cottage industry to being the fourth largest exporter in the world, Australian wine has grown from strength to strength. But in 2010 the industry faces a myriad of problems. Will Australian wine flourish or will we once again be a nation of plonk swillers?
From cottage industry to being the fourth largest exporter in the world, Australian wine has grown from strength to strength. But in 2010 the industry faces a myriad of problems. Will Australian wine flourish or will we once again be a nation of plonk swillers?
The average Australian consumes 22.5 litres of wine per year with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade stating that "wine is very much a part of Australian life, closely associated with both business and leisure. Wine consumption is often linked to the country's outdoor-oriented lifestyle as well as to the cosmopolitan, urban way of life of the bulk of the Australian population".
In recent years, the explosive growth of the Australian wine industry has led to a massive oversupply of 22 per cent in 2010. Small growers are now facing the prospect of earning less than half of their production costs per tonne.
The over production of grapes has also led to the increase in sales of cleanskin wines, meaning cheap wines for consumers but a reduction in brand recognition for producers. The brandless wines are also of mixed quality, detracting further from the Australian wine brand.
The advent of grocery giants Coles and Woolworths onto the wine scene has also severely affected wine competition and Choice predicts that by 2015 the liquor industry may be "totally absorbed by the supermarkets".
Spokesperson for Choice Christopher Zinn said that "smaller local bottle shops are subject to incredible price competition by the big guns such as Woolworths and Coles". The introduction of the the corporation's private label wines has hurt small producers who are now in competition with their customers.
As the fourth largest exporter of wine, Australia's fastest growing market is China with exports growing by 46 per cent over the last 12 months. The emergence of China as a wine consumer however, has led to notable Australian brands including Penfold's being imitated as "Benfolds". The copies are threatening the burgeoning reputation of Australian wines overseas.
However, the real winners in the Australian wine industry are the consumers. Prices are at an all time low whilst quality is reaching heights not yet seen and ordinary Australians are more educated about wine than ever.
Wine industry nurses hangover
Tough times are being experienced by the Australian wine industry.
There is growing concern that Australia's two main supermarket groups, Woolworths and Coles Myer, have established a duopoly in liquor retail.
Government restrictions on the number of liquor sales licences issued mean that both groups can only significantly expand by taking over existing liquor chain licences.
As a result, Woolworths now owns over 500 liquor stores, including the Dan Murphy's chains. Coles Myer owns a similar number, including First Choice. Together, they control approximately 45 per cent of the retail liquor market.
Leanne Wells, president of the South Burnett Wine Industry Association, said both groups often significantly undercut their wine prices, which has made it difficult for independent retailers to compete.
"It's almost a gut feeling that we know we are losing some market share to those cheap wines, which is disappointing.
"If they perceive bargains, humans are likely to go for it."
Another key area of concern for the industry is an oversupply of wine.
According to the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Australia has a wine surplus of more than 1.8 billion litres.
It is predicted that this surplus will continue at approximately 1.2 billion litres for at least the next five years. This oversupply has had an adverse affect on the wine industry.
Ellen Rodgers, national brand manager for Yalumba Wines, said the large surplus of wine has caused financial hardship for many growers and has devalued the Australian brand.
"There is a big oversupply which means you will see a lot of cleanskins, and a lot of growers are growing bankrupt because their brands aren't being sold to the wineries.
"When you have a supply not meeting demand, prices will drop and so will the brands."
Ms Rodgers warned that growers must review their vineyard operations in order to address the oversupply.
"Growers need to start focusing on quality, not quantity, to keep the industry respected and to make sure that the wine is not discounted."
Wine drinkers the big winners
Ordinary drinkers are the biggest winners in the Australian wine glut with premium wines available for more than half the price experts say.
"We're spoilt for choice," says Belle Reid, chief sommelier at Brisbane's Bar Barossa. "People think that in order to get a great wine they need to spend more money than they have to, which is not true."
Industry estimates have indicated that there is a 20 to 25 per cent oversupply of grapes on the market. The price of grapes dropped by 30 per cent in 2009 and estimates suggest by about the same amount this year.
"It's hard for us to see our suppliers struggle," said Ms Reid. "The glut is really hurting the industry."
Recent reports state that growers are being paid as little as $200 a tonne, less than half the cost of production. In addition to the 20 per cent surplus of fruit bearing vines, a further 95 million cases of wine sit unsold.
"The wine industry has certainly stopped planting and there has been a consolidation process of existing vines over the last five years," said Paula Tewksbury, a wine promoter and educator from Brisbane. "Eventually that will have an effect and our production will meet what our market is."
However, Ms Reid believes that the glut will increase wine education in the long term.
"There's almost an overload of information to consumers. There are so many Australian wine makers making amazing wine for $10 a bottle."
Ms Reid added that the discounting of wines by grocery giants Coles and Woolworths was a plus for consumers. "The idea is to get more people drinking more wine. The only people that have won from this are the consumers.
"Ultimately in the long-term, customers know the truth about this and it will mean prices will go up, but right now drinkers are enjoying really smart business," said Ms Reid.
Queensland Wines uncork the export market
The growth of the Queensland wine industry has seen regional wineries stake out a share in the Australian export market reportedly ranked as the nations fourth largest export commodity.
According to the Australian Wine and Brandy Corporation (AWBC) in the year ended September 2010, the quantity of wine exports increased by two per cent to 772 million litres valued at $2.10 billion as international demands for Australian wines continue to soar.
AWBC recognises that the Australian wine export industry is growing from strength to strength as over 2.5 million bottles of Australian wine head overseas everyday.
Appealing export figures has fuelled the Queensland wine industry growth, which has dramatically escalated in the last decade now covering an estimated 1500 hectares.
Queensland's tropical fruits are being used by many wineries in the region to make distinctive tasting wines spawning new varieties that are receiving widespread international acclaim.
Boutique Bottle Shop owner, Michael Martin said, "we are seeing more and more quality wines coming from Queensland wineries, however this regions wines only make up a small percentage of the overall Australian export wine industry, however at the current rate of growth we may soon see Queensland wines assuming a more dominant position on the international stage".
Below are two videos discussing the state of the Queensland wine industry from an independent winery perspective and a Boutique Bottle shop viewpoint.
Watch the Video of the interview with Sirromet Winery Tour Manager.
Wine tourism: Queensland's economic safety net
Queensland wineries are reaping the fruits of its investment in Wine Tourism in order to offset the downpour caused by the wine glut.
Independent Queensland wineries are honing in on this niche market seeing tourism dollars as an alternative source of income which is expected to be an industry worth $1.1 billion annually by 2025 according to the Australian Wine Foundation.
The Queensland Government 2009 to 2011 Wine Action Plan is working closely with independent wineries to maximize tourism development opportunities.
Wine Industry development officer, Ross Bearkley said, "Queensland is famously renowned both domestically and internationally for its tourist image of beach culture and theme park attractions, however under the action plan the government is making a concerted effort to broaden this image to include wine tourism."
According to the Winemakers Federation of Australia, wine tourism has the potential to increase awareness of and desire for Queensland wines among both domestic and international travellers.
"Wine tourism does not only benefit the wineries but has the potential to provide positive flow-on advantages for wine regions and the state in general as all businesses that are involved in the wine, tourism and associated industries will experience economic gains from this industry," said Mr Bearkley.
The Granite Belt, Queensland's premier wine tourism destination has harnessed this market which has not only benefited the wineries but has promoted their region's distinct and unique culture through offering wine tour holiday packages that support local businesses and employment.
Tourism Queensland research department reports that wine tourism has provided a new means for independent wineries to gain recognition and brand awareness that has helped them survive the wine glut.
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Industry Media Announces Digital Media Partnership with the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce
KITCHENER, ON, Jan. 27, 2012 /CNW/ - Interactive publishers Industry Media announced an official media partnership with the The Manitoba Chambers of Commerce (MCC). Through Industry Media's publication, Canadian Industry Online, the Chamber and its associated members will benefit from comprehensive coverage and the ability to promote business in Manitoba to the rest of Canada. - Read full article here
Industry Media launches digital business magazines Canadian Industry Online and Global Renewables Online
KITCHENER, ON, Dec. 2, 2011 /CNW/ - Interactive digital publishers Industry Media today announced the official launch of new business magazines Canadian Industry Online and Global Renewables Online. Industry Media will produce and distribute Canadian Industry Online and Global Renewables Online every month, promoting a mandate to share Canadian business innovation successes as well as the most important advances in renewable energy and sustainable business development. Industry Media, along with official partners the Atlantic Provinces Chambers of Commerce, the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association, the Canadian Geothermal Association, and key partners internationally such as the African Wind and Energy Association, works to advance knowledge sharing among business leaders around the world, and contribute to dialogues about economic progress. - Read full article here
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The Atlantic Provinces Chambers of Commerce is now partnering with digital media group Industry Media (IM) and its publications Canadian Industry Online (CIO), and Global Renewables Online (GRO)!
Through this partnership between APCC and IM, APCC will promote IM via our website, and in return the POST will be linked to the IM publications and to 20,000 more businesses across our country. APCC joins IM in helping businesses in Canada stay competitive in a changing corporate landscape through knowledge sharing and advocacy.
CIO and GRO are distributed to 20,000 senior business executives every month in Canada and, through the Industry Media network,are seen by thousands more decision-makers.The magazine connects Canadians through its business network, and its multi-platform strategy keeps readers informed about critical business issues facing Canada, as well as promoting national corporations and organizations at home and abroad. For more on our new partner, visit www.industrymedia.ca
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Impressions XII
'Impressions XII', is a acrylic and gold paper on canvas by Egyptian artist Ahmed El Kutt. He participated in more than 15 local and international exhibitions. Despite his young age, El Kutt has been awarded many prestigious awards including: The Salon Prize in Drawing at the 22nd Salon of Youth, the Martyr Ziad Bakir Prize in Painting the following year.
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In my battle with melasma, I learned that our skin reflects our overall health – revealing much more about our wellness than what's visible on the surface.
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Five years ago, seemingly out of nowhere, I started to notice dark blotches on my cheeks, jawline and forehead. After years of dealing with adult acne, which appeared when I turned 30 and eventually led me to try power drug Accutane, I was facing something new and equally heartbreaking: melasma.
At the time, it was my worst nightmare. What caused it? Why me? And how would I restore my beautiful skin after finally kicking the acne? I started to avoid leaving the house, only going out with layers of heavy makeup in an effort to conceal the growing dark areas that covered most of my face. I felt alone in my tortured state — without answers.
The effort to find a cure began. I saw doctor after doctor and spent a small fortune on chemical peels, microdermabrasion, LED facials, OTC (over the counter) remedies, prescription drugs and more.
Meanwhile, my health waned. I was depressed, had adrenal fatigue, hormonal imbalance, digestion disorders, liver congestion, heavy metal toxicity and more. I didn't realize that my overall health issues were related to my persistent skin problems. The doctors I saw would only focus on one particular issue, not the big picture, prescribing drugs to fix one thing and then another.
When I began my initial treatments for the dark skin blotches, my condition was referred to as hyperpigmentation — not melasma. I eventually learned they are two very separate conditions. The spots on my forehead, although as prominent as those on my cheeks and jawline, would vanish in months with mild treatment. The dark spots on my cheeks remained until I learned about the source of my condition.
What is melasma?
Melasma is often called "pregnancy mask" because it's associated with hormonal imbalances (specifically estrogen dominance) during pregnancy, contraception use and HRT (hormone replacement therapy) although some dermatologists also include sun exposure. Since I couldn't look to any of these as the reasons for my problem, I continued to be mystified as to how I ended up with this condition.
Finally turning to holistic medicine, I discovered that the effects of various prescriptions (Accutane, anti-malaria pills, anti-depressants) had triggered my problem. I began to read voraciously about skincare and alternative health. It would be through books, websites and relentless inquiries that I would educate myself and finally meet a talented esthetician and later a naturopath who would both change not only my skin but my life.
I'm convinced now that it was anti-malaria pills (that I took before a trip to the Dominican Republic) and particularly the Accutane that was responsible for the change in my skin pigment — years after I'd discontinued using it. Even though there is no "scientific proof" that it causes melasma, dermatologists agree that Accutane increases photosensitivity. For years I'd been taking prescription after prescription, and the more drugs I took, the more my health deteriorated. That finally began to change when I sought natural treatments with a holistic approach.
"Less is more" skin care approach
One of the key players in my return to healthy skin is Annalee Stone. Stone operates Stone Skin Care in Los Angeles. Her skincare education exceeds the level required for an esthetician license and includes an associate of science degree and bachelor's degree equivalent in molecular/cellular biology. She has had 50 clients who've suffered from melasma and hyperpigmentation and says that 85 percent who continued treatment saw significant improvement and lightening in their skin. She attributes her success to organic products and a "less is more" approach.
Stone says she discovered that scientific methods do not always hold up for skincare. "I assumed formulas created in the lab would be more effective but I found the exact opposite to be true," she said. "The chemical formulas are degenerative and too harsh on delicate facial skin. Organic products are more regenerative."
Stone understood my concerns immediately. Her treatment for melasma is a simple facial that includes a peel and manual microdermabrasion (using a handheld tool that gives her more control without suction or abrasion). She said it doesn't make sense to use a microdermabrasion machine because it can weaken collagen and elastin in the skin as well as break capillaries.
Her suggestions for my home routine started with a few changes that included less but more effective products and gentle care. Most recently, I added an experimental 100 percent plant-based serum (Organic Skin Face Serum by Self Health Revolution) that would be the next big step to eliminating nearly all of my melasma plus other benefits such as clarity, smoothness and anti-aging.
Stone prides herself on constantly keeping up with skincare education and giving her clients only the best treatment and honest advice. Her view on medical approach to skincare by typical dermatologists is equally zealous: "Doctors are not in the business of curing any skin issues," she said. "It's more profitable to give patients prescription medicine long term."
I could totally relate to that!
Treating the underlying cause
I still had my internal health problems to conquer. Simultaneously suffering from fatigue, poor digestion and a variety of other symptoms led me to seek out holistic and alternative medicine.
Enter Jennifer Abercrombie, board certified Naturopathic Doctor at Naturopathic Wellness Center. She treats health concerns internally with a holistic approach. I came to her with my various physical symptoms and the suspicion that my melasma was somehow connected.
Dr. Jenny, as she likes her patients to call her, explained that our goal would be to discover and treat the underlying factors. She addressed my hormonal imbalance by treating chronic stress, adrenal dysfunction, thyroid disorder, congested liver and gut inflammation — all symptoms related to the melasma.
Her treatment started with an anti-inflammatory diet with the goal of improving the gut function and hormone metabolism. Next, she focused on supporting liver function by adding foods to my diet containing turmeric, ginger and cilantro. Then she wanted me to reduce stress with herbs such as avena, crataegus, and valerian root. Finally, we needed to support my adrenals with proper amounts of sleep and balanced nutrition. Supplements such as vitamin C, the B vitamins, rhodiola, ashwaganda, and holy basil were introduced.
"Results can take months depending on the patient," Dr. Jenny said. "Holistic methods take time and are not an overnight miracle. But in the end, they do work, without the side effects typically associated with perscription medication, if you adhere to the treatment."
Traditional methods to treat melasma
In contrast, traditional medical professionals address melasma from a very different approach. I asked Dr. Ella Fedonenko, a board-certified internist with vast experience in dermatology, about her skincare practices regarding melasma. She said her approach is based on approved medical techniques with proven results. When asked about a natural approach, she stated "There's no scientific evidence that any of the holistic skincare treatments work for melasma."
Instead, Dr. Fedonenko prescribes topicals like hydroquinone, steroid creams, isotretinoin and triple-combination creams to lighten dark spots. And for more sensitive skin, she uses a non-hydroquionone product, Vivite Vibrance — a prescription grade therapy that evens out overall skin tone.
For faster results, she says that IPL photofacial (intense pulsed light) gets an 80-90 percent success rate among her patients. The treatment requires an average of 3-4 sessions in 4 week intervals to achieve visible results. Typically a single session costs $300. Whether you treat by laser or prescription topical creams, she always recommends strong sunscreens to protect the face from sun damage.
Ultimately, the holistic protocol paired with my skincare routine was the solution for me, because it treated my symptoms from the inside while correcting my melasma. Once my hormones started to balance out my numerous health issues stabilized and I noticed that my skin was visibly returning to its normal pigmentation. Now in my final stages of restoring my skin (and overall health), I can say that the journey made me a proponent of natural health care.
Where it all started
I believe my melasma developed from the use of prescription medication. Desperate to eliminate my chronic acne and turning to Accutane, I inadvertently started a domino effect that would lead to problems with my hormones and liver. The problems only escalated with each drug. Eventually the source of my poor health was buried under years of misdiagnosed and mistreated conditions until I took my health into my own hands.
Changing the way we think, live and treat our bodies is a necessity to overcoming the challenges of melasma and the underlying health issues that cause it. If you're a woman plagued by melasma, know that you are not alone and there is hope.
Copyright © Nadia Dulyn/2016 Singular Communications, LLC.
SingularCity member Nadia Dulyn, born in the Big Apple, brings an authentic New York point of view to her writing along with her passion for understanding people and the misconceptions of a single lifestyle. She launched her first career as an Art Director in New York City and continues to freelance bicoastal. As a self-proclaimed oenophile and foodie, she is always looking for new places to tempt her palette both locally and globally.


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These buddhist prayer mala bead bracelets can be used for recitation of a short sutra or mantra. Nowadays more and more people wear a mala as jewelry.
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The buddhist prayer mala is use for counting sacred mantra (prayers), similar to rosary beads in the Catholic tradition. Nowadays more and more people wear a mala as jewelry.
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So the NXT horde has a new name, huh? Not bad. I like it. I'm not sure if they're supposed to be The Nexus or just "Nexus." And by "I'm not sure" I mean "Michael Cole's not sure" because he didn't really know how to use their name. Hell, I still say the WWE when it's supposed to be just "WWE." I did like the official podium that's now being used for the mysterious cyber-GM. I don't think it's ornate enough though. I would totally love it if they started using one of those mannequin butlers and the laptop was on the tray.
By the way, I don't know which is more unsettling: the butler of the evil dolls sitting behind him, waiting for some sort of Appalachian tent revival. The email chime isn't quite working the way they'd like it to and they often have to make it "ding" more than once in order to illicit a reaction from the crowd. I suppose that the noise is supposed to be the equivalent of Vickie Guerrero's "excuse me!" but it's not working. As it stands, Michael Cole is now receiving ALL the heat for the GM's emails since he's the mouthpiece. It's fitting though. The crowd wants to hate him more than they do that cheap Dell Inspiron 15.
I'll dive into RAW a little further into the Wrap Up, but I'll just tell you that I marked out hard when (the) Nexus swarmed the ring and attacked Arn Anderson, Ricky Steamboat, Michael Hayes, Dean Malenko, Mike Rotunda and Jerry Lawler. It was amazing. The NXT gang was like a killer squid or something, sucking them out of the ring one at a time. It was like a video game. I think the Nexus should all start wearing uniforms. First, let's give them all a Tarver face-kerchif! Then, maybe jaunty bowler hats, to represent Wade's Britishness. Each one of them should contribute a piece of costuming from their character or heritage. They could all carry "N" branding irons. They could all "Guile" their hair upwards like Darren Young. And then they could all…turn into…District 9 aliens. I dunno. You know. Something South African. Oh, I know. Whenever they attack someone they could all scream "Diplomatic Immunity!"
I thought NXT was a bit of a curious train wreck during its first season. Well, not a full wreck, but maybe a minor derailment. It didn't know what it wanted to be and it curiously blurred a lot of lines between fact and fiction that, most of the time, made my stupid smarky insides hurt. Season 2 though (considering the elevated platform the Season 1 rookies have right now), is totally drab and awful. If I have to hear someone talk about what an honor and a privilege it is to be in the WWE one more time I'm going auto-erotic asphyxiate myself. We get it. Nothing else matters in the entire universe more than being in the WWE and having your own action figure. Message received. Also, the pro-panel is rotten. And they actually announce the pros each week, as they come out on stage! John Morrison ("yaaaay") MVP ("yaaaaay"). Each week. How are we supposed to care about any of these new guys when the focus remains on the pros?
And Kaval lost again. Of course. To probably the worst worker of the rookies. Makes sense. And Cole is right there to say things like "for those of you keeping score, Kaval is now 2 and 0." Because that's something that wrestling fans do. Keep score. Anyway, I have no idea how the fans are supposed to vote on these guys next week. Whatever. I have no idea who exactly votes in a WWE.com online poll anyhow. Porn-bots? I'd really hate to think that this upcoming poll, based on three weeks of worthless matches and pro- panel bickering, will somehow affect the lives, in any way, of any of these rookies. I didn't hear a Daniel Bryan chant on RAW this week, but there definitely was one on NXT. Man, none of these guys stand a chance. It's a miracle that the WWE found a way to get the Season 1 guys over with the crowd. Now the Season 2 guys have to try and battle their way out of the horrid pro-panel and the ghost of Bryan Danielson.
Joe Hennig claims that he's using the name McGillicutty because it's his mom's maiden name. Now that would probably be the only acceptable time to use that name, except that it's just not true. It's not his mom's name. Unless his mom is Lucy Ricardo. And why rename Husky Harris when his real name already has a fat-pun in it. ROTUNDa! And whoever that chick was at the beginning of the show – whatsherbutt - who introduced the show with that shrill, shrew voice needs to get punched in the neck. I don't know how someone who emits sounds like that, from out of her mouth, gets a high profile job as an announcer. It was ear-rape.
Everyone's attacking Striker these days too. Is this all leading up to an in-ring return for Striker on NXT? We shall see. As always, the ultimate challenge will be whether I care or not.
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Hi! I am running Firefox 3.5, on Linux with KDE.
When I drag the favicon from the location bar to the KDE desktop a text file is created. I want a url link.
I'm also running XP and FF 3.5. If I drag the favicon from the location bar to the Windows desktop, it is created correctly. I've done a great amount of googling but have not found a solution. Drag-n-Drop seems to work for some people, and doesn't for others. I'm not sure, it might be working for Gnome desktops.
I've used an addon in the past to circumvent this problem and get a solution. It provided a right-click to the context menu. That fine, but it would be nice to figure it out and not use another addon if I don't have to. Do I need to add a mimetype in firefox (Menu > Edit > Preferences > Applications? If so, what would it be? Or, do I need to set something in the KDE environment?
When I drag-n-drop the favicon on the desktop, a dialog comes up with the title KDesktop. How do I tell KDesktop it's a url and not a text file?
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RGB LIGHT EXPERIENCE Call for light artist per una residenza artistica | 8>21 May705
I progetti proposti devono appartenere alla light art in tutte le sue sfumature. Le opere prodotte saranno incluse nell'evento finale al termine dell'esperienza, che ha come obiettivo la creazione di un museo temporaneo di light art 19 > 21 maggio 2017
Potete inviare i vostri progetti a firstname.lastname@example.com completi di sinossi ed eventuale materiale video fotografico, scheda tencnica entro il 30 aprile 2017.
Brillate e pensate!
Opera visuale in copertina di Teun Hocks
RGB Light Experience – Rome Glocal Brightness is looking for two artists to share the artistic residence with their team during #Contrabbando, curated by "Nuovo Cinema Palazzo".
The residence "LIGHT MOTIV" will be held from May 8 > 21, 2017, Mon-Fri from 10 AM to 4 PM, concluded by The Temporary Museum of Light from May 19 > 21.
Proposed projects must involve, interpret or explore light as a medium. Selected proposals will be developed and produced during the residency. The final outcome will be exhibited at The Temporary Museum of Light at the end of the experience.
All submissions are to be made via email and sent to firstname.lastname@example.com. The proposals should include photo and video materials as well as other documents which might be helpful for the selection panel.
Deadline April 30, 2017
Shine and think!
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DALLAS, Oct. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- NEWH, Inc.—The Hospitality Industry Network is bringing its bi-annual Regional Tradeshow back to Dallas, Thursday, October 18th, 2012, from Noon-6:00 p.m. at the Anatole Hilton Hotel.
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The tradeshow—free to attend for architects, designers, specifiers, purchasing agents, hotel owners and managers, design students, and educational professionals—will boast 150 exhibitors showcasing the latest in hospitality products on the sold-out show floor.
"The NEWH Regional Tradeshow offers both exhibitors and attendees the face-to-face contact which is so important. In addition, since the booths are six-by-six, the shows are small and intimate and attendees are able to see numerous amount of product and samples in one day," says Jena Seibel, tradeshow/marketing manager, NEWH, Inc.
Kicking off the tradeshow is the Hospitality Design (HD)/NEWH Owners' Roundtable, from 10:30-11:55 a.m., which is designed to connect designers, architects, and purchasers with influential executives in hospitality. In HD's version of speed dating, table "hosts" from various hotel, management, and equity companies—from Accor and Omni to Remington and FelCor—will discuss the industry, new projects, and answer attendee questions, on a rotating basis. Confirmed participants include Bruce Burkhalter, Benchmark Hospitality International; Monty Bennett, Ashford Hospitality Trust-Remington Hotel Corporation; Robert Carl, FelCor Lodging; Rod Stewart, Marriott; Laura McKoy, Omni Hotels; Juan Morales, Magnolia Hotels; Don Hansen, Accor North America; and Jerry Luker, Accor Hotels. (Tickets for the roundtable are open to area architects, interior designers, and purchasers on a pre-registered basis, until sold out.)
Says Bill Langmade, president of Purchasing Management International, who is organizing the roundtable: "The valuable addition of the HD/NEWH Owners' Roundtable to the Regional Tradeshow allows NEWH members access to major hospitality decision makers in our region to learn about new design trends, market trends, and where these companies are taking design in their hotels."
To further entice attendees to attend the tradeshow, there are two $500 door prizes, a complimentary lunch from Noon-1:00 p.m., and a cocktail party with hors d'oeuvres and cash bar from 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Surrounding the tradeshow, the chapter is planning what they are dubbing "Three Days of Hospitality." Wednesday, October 17th, is the NEXT & NOW student/mentor event, where some 60 students will meet with local hospitality design leaders and business owners for a panel discussion, portfolio reviews, and mock interviews. The three days conclude on Friday, October 19th, with Life of Design, a scholarship fundraising event and chair design competition.
To register for the Dallas Tradeshow, please visit www.newh.org/Dallas2012. For more information on the NEWH Regional Tradeshows, log on to www.newh.org.
About NEWH
NEWH, Inc.—The Hospitality Industry Network is the premier networking resource for the hospitality industry, providing scholarships, education, leadership development, recognition of excellence, and business development opportunities. Members of NEWH, Inc. are professionals actively engaged in development, management/operations, architecture, communications, design, distribution, education, manufacturing, production, purchasing, and sales of the hospitality, foodservice, senior living, and related industries.
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This chapter presents the theory of series-parallel mixtures. This is a formulation for the simulation of the mechanical behavior of composite materials, which allows to obtain the non-linear behavior of the same from the behavior that show their component materials. This formulation can be applied to both compounds Laminates of carbon fibers as to more traditional composite materials such as reinforced concrete. The validity of the submitted formulation will be tested with the reproduction of a delamination test of a laminated composite. The advantage of the series-parallel mixing theory versus other existing formulations for the calculation of composite materials is that this is, today, the only one capable of taking into account the non-linear behavior of the compounds with a computational cost that makes possible the resolution of real structures.
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The United States Mint offered the 50 State Quarters & Euro Coin Collection to capture the moment in history when the twelve original members of the European Union replaced their former national currencies with the Euro.
The Euro had been introduced in non-physical form at midnight on January 1, 1999. The physical Euro notes and coins were introduced on January 1, 2002. This included coins with values of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, and 50 cents and 1 and 2 euros, as well as notes with values of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, and 500 euros.
In the announcement of the release of the special United States Mint product, former United States Mint Director Henrietta Holsman Fore said, "2002 will long be remembered as the year the euros replaced twelve sovereign European nation's national currencies. Unfortunately, many here in the United States have never seen these beautiful new euro coins –until now. Through The 50 State Quarters & Euro Coin Collection, Americans will be able to see and learn about the latest additions to the world's numismatic family in one educational and comprehensive set."
Each set included 12 one-euro coins from the original members of the European Union: Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal, and Spain. The coins were in uncirculated quality with various dates. Also included were the five State Quarters issued in 2002 featuring Tennessee, Ohio, Louisiana, Indiana, and Mississippi. Each of these coins were in uncirculated condition and included the Denver mint mark.
All of the coins were held in protective, rotatable blisters, which allow both sides of the coin to be viewed. The folder contained information on the origin of both the dollar and the euro. A separate insert included information on the designs for each of the 17 coins included.
Sales of the special collection officially began on June 12, 2002. Pricing was set at $49.95 with production limited to 100,000 sets. Initially, a household ordering limit of 20 sets was imposed, but the limit was removed a few months into the offering.
The set continued to be available for purchase at the US Mint for the next several years and were eventually sold concurrently with the Legacies of Freedom Set, which included a coin from the Royal British Mint. These two products were promoted together in advertising material sent to some US Mint customers.
Currently, the 50 State Quarters & Euro Coin Collection is widely available on the secondary market. The collection can sometimes be acquired for around the legal tender value of the coins included. Based on today's rates, 12 euros has a value of $15.78, plus the additional $1.25 in quarters.


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Summertime is coming, which means it's time to shake up your movie routine! We will be updating this page as more showtimes and movies become available for 2020.
Whether you are looking for an outdoor family flick, a date night on the town, or to keep the kiddos busy during the week – We have you covered with the schedules, locations, and highlights to fill your summer with some budget-friendly fun for all ages!
Dates: May – September 2020
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Yesterday, IPC joined a dozen other trade associations in urging the U.S. Department of Energy to act expeditiously on loan guarantee applications from U.S. companies seeking to develop or reopen rare earth facilities in the US. Rare earth elements (REE) are composed of the lanthanide and actinide series.
Rare earth oxides, metals, and alloys are used in many advanced materials, technologies, and products, including high strength permanent magnets, catalysts, electronics, lasers, fiber optics, hydrogen storage, ceramics, optical glass, lighting, water treatment, coatings, fertilizers as well as numerous other applications.
The United States receives nearly 97 percent of all the rare earth resources it uses from China (Government Accountability Office Report, April 2010). Because of internal demand, China is moving to drastically reduce exports. In addition, In fact, independent analysts forecast that rest-of-world REE demand will likely exceed Chinese exports by 2011.
Widespread adoption of new energy-efficient fluorescent lamps using REEs for institutional lighting applications could potentially achieve significant reductions in U.S. carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions equivalent to removing one-third of the automobiles currently on the road. Large-scale application of magnetic-refrigeration technology, which also requires REEs, could significantly reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions. Neodymium, praseodymium, terbium and dysprosium are used in computer hard drives, mobile phones and cameras.
Rare earth elements are essential for a diverse and expanding array of high-technology applications, which constitute an important part of the industrial economy of the United States.


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Hey friends! It's Odie here today, hopefully by the time you read this Saturday I am in New York. As I write this on Wednesday morning and we are still sitting in Dodds church parking lot. I am sitting in the Green Machine waiting on my parents so we can get "On the Road Again! I was trying to take a nap while I was waiting on them. Is it crazy 57 degrees outside so it's too cold to take a nap. LOL I cannot believe this weather for the end of July! Since a nap was not coming easy I decided to go ahead and work on todays blog post.
Tuesday we met our new friends Nick and Terry and Greg and Jan.
We gladly introduced them to Acapulco. I think they enjoyed our pick of restaurant. I knew Greg and I were going to be fast friends when he pulled out his phone to get a picture of his food. LOL. I enjoyed hearing about all of their RV travels! We had a real nice visit.
As Dad already mentioned we went to hear the Isaacs Sunday night.
They were awesome.
Mark Capps and Odie
Revival at Beechfork Holiness Church near Wartburg, Tennessee ended on Sunday morning. As soon as possible we headed the Green Machine toward Athens, Tennessee for the evening. It just so happened that one of the Isaacs bus stops for the weekend was in Athens that night. By now you all should know I was very very happy! We had a wonderful time getting to visit with them before the concert!
A little before 6:00 we slipped into the church. I am so glad that our seats were reserved because the place was completely packed! Our front row seats quickly became second row, when they added a row of folding chairs in front of us. There were folding chairs every where. People were sitting on the floor and standing along the wall. I would say the Isaacs have a few fans in the area! There were several new fans made that night as well.
A young bluegrass group named Forgiven did a wonderful job starting the evening off with a song. Their bass player was unable to make the concert but Ben did a marvelous job filling in for them on the bass.
Then it was the time we all have been waiting for! The Isaacs took the stage and opened up with "Walk On".
For the next hour and a half it was beautiful singing, lots of laughter and a few tears that made for an amazing night. They sang many songs, and I cannot remember all the list. Each song was performed with superb talent that completely blows me away! The Isaacs will forever be my favorite group and my favorite people.
It was an inside concert, but it was hotter then a lot of tent revival services. At one point in the concert the thermostat on the platform was registering 85°. We were all quite sweaty by the end of the night. The Isaacs did not let the heat stop them from giving an outstanding performance!
A special highlight of the night was when they sang "I Wanna Be There". It is always special for me to be in the crowd when they sing this song they wrote about me and Gordon Mote. It always brings me to tears!! When my alarm goes off daily on my phone it is set to my favorite lines of the song.
She's always dreamed of walking, folding up that wheelchair and being free.
She loves to hear the story of how Jesus healed the lame man.
I know one day she's gonna walk just like he can.
I am looking forward to that day! I hope it happens today but I am determined to trust God. As Dad says often, "We are going to believe God to do our miracles today and live for Him just like He already has!"
All too quickly the last note of He Ain't Never Done Me Nothing But Good was complete. It was time for them to start loading equipment into their bus so they could be on the road. The time came for us to say goodbye.
I told you several weeks ago that my aunt Lily Isaacs now has her autobiography available.
You Don't Cry Out Loud is a wonderful read that I highly recommend. You buy the actual book or buy it as a download it in Kindle. It's available for order in print or on CD at http://www.lilyisaacs.com/p/place-order.html. Also it is available for download on iTunes. Even though i have read it, I plan to listen to it during our travels on this current trip.
In other exciting Isaacs news. Sonya Isaacs Yeary and her husband Jimmy will make Ayden a big brother early next year! I am so excited about their new addition.
I am finishing this up on Saturday and we are now in the NYC area. The 9/11 Museum was amazing yesterday. Dad will be posting pictures shortly.
Thank you for coming along for the ride! Who knows where where we will end up? Have a great weekend!


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The history of the Radlinger coat of arms
Dear guests and historically interested!
I am very glad that you have found your way here. In the next few lines I would like to bring you closer to how three emperors, a skilful move, thorough genealogy, many generations of Radlinger and an excerpt from the Austrian State Archives leads to the fact that even today the Radlinger carries a coat of arms of the Radlinger.
The origin of the coat of arms of the family Radlinger can be dated pretty much on the 20.09.1564. On this day Emperor Maximilian II awarded by crest letter the original coat of arms to Simon Radlinger.
This symbol, which was once only given to those who served your lord well and faithfully, was decorated with a golden griffin, which sat on a black mountain and held a white wheel in its front paws. Above the shield was a helmet with black and yellow helmet covers to one side and red and white to the other side. A helmet bulge of these four colors finally emerged again the yellow griffin with the white wheel. However, until the coat of arms resembles that, as it still graces the Hotel Radlinger today, it will still need another generation of Radlinger.
But who was Simon Radlinger and what did he do to achieve this honor? Unfortunately, little was known about him from excerpts from the Austrian State Archives. But what one strongly suspects is that in addition to many deeds he has done with certainty, it was ultimately the procreation of his son Michael, which made him the ancestor of the Radlinger coat of arms.
In the coat of arms letter the faithful and diligent work of Michael Radlinger is mentioned as Hofkaplan emperor Ferdinands I. The actual merit of the coat of arms is therefore due to the zealous chaplain, who received the coat of arms as a farewell gift after finishing his court service by Ferdinand's successor Maximilian II.
But how did Simon Radlinger achieve the honor of the coat of arms, you may now ask yourself. The answer is simpler and more present than you might think. One simply did not want to be "the new one", the upstart, the rookie. Therefore, the wise heads of bygone days often had their own father, if he still lived, all honor. Thus, one was not the Arrivierte, but the one to whom the coat of arms was already inherited and which it was basically from birth. However, a by-product of this misguidance was that, of course, all other children of Simon Radlinger also received this honor. In the case of Michael, however, this had particular weight because he himself, as a Catholic clergyman, could have no legitimate offspring.
It would take almost another 30 years before the history of the coat of arms took the next turn.
A good story from the past of Central Europe should, as everyone knows, contain at least three emperors. The third in our history is, in order to go far, Rudolf II Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire, King of Bohemia and King of Hungary and Archduke of Austria. It was he who exhibited the nobility letter to the brothers Mathias and Adam Rädlinger on 09.10.1593. What the gentlemen deserve this honor might not be beyond our scope but certainly the maximum number of characters allowed in this text box.
I'm sure one or the other, so those who have not skipped it anyway, will suspect a spelling mistake behind Rädlinger now. If so, he certainly did not spring from my pen, but rather a legacy of the arbitrary name tachograph of that time. No matter if with a or ä, the two brothers could in any case call Simon Radlinger, the ancestor of the Radlinger coat of arms, as their ancestor. Thus you were nephews or grandnephews of the former imperial chaplain. With the Adelung it finally came to the present appearance of the Radlinger coat of arms. The bourgeois spiked helmet was replaced by a noble tournament helmet and the shield was split vertically. This now shows next to the griffin also a red post on a white field.
And even today, more than 4 centuries later, a version of this coat of arms decorates the Hotel Radlinger.


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Cape Town's iconic Table Mountain has been a little more accessible to locals in the past week, as the cable car celebrated their 85th birthday by reducing the cost of a return ticket from R225 to R85, via a coupon in the local community newspapers.
We attempted to go last week but underestimated the popularity of the special and weren't prepared to wait in the long queue. So this past Saturday we made the effort to get there before the first car left at 8am. It still took about 90 minutes to get through the queue and up the mountain, but the kids coped well so all was good.
The views were were amazing as always, but what really struck me was how nice it was to share the mountain top with local Capetonians and not just tourists. Since only a small percentage of us have the stamina/drive to climb the mountain, for most of us the mountain is something we look at, and not often something we look down from.
The 3 year old had a blast at the top, climbing on the very kid-friendly rocks, checking out the "buffies" – surely the best mispronunciation of dassie ever – and claiming her free cookie at the restaurant.
A really fun family day out!
I also learnt that you can get an annual pass for the cable car, which allows you one return trip a day. At less than the cost of 2 1/2 return tickets, it seems quite worthwhile if you live close-ish to the mountain and want to explore the table-top on a more regular basis. I think once the girls are a little bigger we may well look into trying this for a year.
So while the cable car ride up Table Mountain is always a top attraction for visiting tourists, I also think it's a fantastic day out for locals.


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