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Congrats to our 2nd Place Winner!
This week we are spotlighting the winners of the 2nd Annual Poetry Contest! Today, you'll get to meet the poets and read their poems. Let's dive right in with our 2nd Place winner.
Introducing Nailah Shami
Nailah Shami is the author of two non-fiction books: Taking the High Road: How to Cope Your Ex Husband, Maintain Your Sanity, and Raise Your Child in Peace and Do Not Talk To, Touch, Marry, or Otherwise Fiddle with Frogs: How to Find Prince Charming by Finding Yourself. Continuing to fulfill a personal mission to inspire, encourage and entertain others, she blogs on Better for That, a weekly platform of uplifting micro-essays, vignettes, self-care streams and poetry. She is also working on a series of contemporary women's fiction novels and a volume of poetry. Nailah lives in Washington state in the shadow of Mt Rainier and loves travel, festivals, music, comedy, cooking, pampering…
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Field House Medical GroupFreshney Green Primary Care CentreSorrel RoadGrimsbyNorth East Lincolnshire, DN34 4GBTel: 01472 254600
The practice will be closed from 13:00 on Thursday 24th September for staff training.
This year it is highly recommended that all patients who fall within the influenza at risk groups attend for their vaccination.
Patients at risk of flu are:
The government has also recommended patients aged 50 - 64 may need a vaccination this year. These vaccinations will not take place until all at risk patients have received the option of attending for their vaccination - further details will be available for this group of patients towards the end of November/December.
This year we will be running joint Saturday clinics with the other practices within the building. To help keep you COVID safe these clinics will be for specific groups, at the moment the following 2 clinics are available for booking:
Saturday 19th September - aged 65 and over only
Saturday 26th September - aged 65 and over only
Saturday 3rd October - aged 65 and over only
Saturday 10th October - aged between 18 - 64 years at risk only
Saturday 24th October - aged 65 and over only
Further clinics will be available for booking throughout October and November.
There will be appointments available within the working week and all children's vaccines will be booked during the week. If you are attending the practice for your health check then please ask if you can have your flu vaccination while attending the practice - we will try and accommodate you as much as possible.
When attending clinics please follow these simple instructions to ensure you, other patients and our practice team stay COVID safe:
The Government guidance suggests there is no requirement for evidence for exemption. It should be sufficient for you to declare that you are eligible for an exemption direct with the shop keeper or bus driver.
Practices are not required to provide letters of support for those who fall under the list of exemptions, or to those who do not fall under the list of exemptions.
Some bus companies are already providing their own evidence of exemption for example this link takes you to the exemption information for First Bus https://www.firstgroup.com/help-and-support/coronavirus-information/face-coverings
If you are concerned check with the local bus company or shop about their exemption process.
What makes a person exempt from wearing a face covering:
We understand you may be concerned about attending during the COVID-19 pandemic especially if you have been asked to shield but it is important you continue to attend so we can monitor your other medical conditions. To help protect our patients and employees we have put some precautions in place:
As a response to the current outbreak, the practice is changing the way we operate. To protect both our patients and our staff, who are critical in the management of this situation, we are moving to a Total Triage System, so that traffic in and out of the building is reduced significantly.
Therefore we will not be offering standard face to face appointments for the foreseeable future, all appointments will be initially done via telephone. Whilst HCAs and nurses are still seeing patients, those appointments will be booked in advance and patients will be screened by reception to ensure they are fit enough to attend. If you are asked to come into the practice, before visiting the reception desk or entering a consulting room please wash your hands at the public facilities.
GPs appointments – all appointments will now be by telephone, if the GP then feels you need an examination or tests they will arrange for you to come into practice.
Nurses and HCA appointments – As we cannot be sure of our staffing levels on a daily basis and as all patients need to be screened for COVID-19 before seeing a clinician, our nurses and HCAs appointments will be done by booking on the day.
It is important patients continue to attend for:
Paracetamol – paracetamol will not be prescribed. Pharmacies are allowed to sell their back of house stock to ensure people do not go without.
Inhalers – Extra inhalers will not be prescribed, if children do have an inhaler at school please ask for this back during the school closures.
Repeat medications – you can order your repeat medication by phone or online, we are not issuing medications early (more than 10 days in advance - this has been increased due to delays at the pharmacy) or providing extra as this will cause shortages of medications at pharmacies. You may be moved to an alternative drug if shortages do start to occur.
Online ordering is best; if you are not already registered you can register by using the free NHS App available from iTunes App Store or Google Play.
You can continue to order your medication by phone or use our dedicated e-mail address firstname.lastname@example.com . If you choose to use the e-mail in order to process your request we do need clear medication names and two individual identifiers on the e-mail – name, DOB, address, patient ID or NHS number – for cyber security it is safer to use the online services if you can.
Collecting your prescription – when you order your medication, ask us to nominate a pharmacy close to you and your prescription will be sent to them electronically, this will mean you do not need to attend the building to collect your prescription. It is still 48 working hours for us to process your prescription and your pharmacy may also need added time. If you do need to come to the practice to collect your prescription, you will now find these on the ground floor.
Collecting your medication – talk to your pharmacy of choice about whether or not they can deliver to your door.
GPs cannot issue fit notes for patients who are advised to self-isolate either because of symptoms or because they live with someone with symptoms. If your employer requires a fit note for self-isolation you can get a note from the NHS website https://111.nhs.uk/isolation-note/
GPs cannot issue fit notes for patients on the at risk group who have been advised to take social distancing measures. If you are in this group, you need to contact your employer and discuss any mitigating measures to ensure you reduce your social contact.
Health and wellbeing – if you have any health or wellbeing concerns during this time please call the practice and we will help you in any way we can or signpost you to a service who can.
Remember the best way to prevent infection is to wash your hands regularly for 20 seconds and catch coughs and sneezes in tissues.
Conversation, taking regular exercise and fresh air are all important for our mental health, social distancing is about staying away from large crowds especially in enclosed places. If you are socialising keep your group small, sit at least 2 meters apart and take sensible precautions such as washing hands, do not share food from the same plate, do not shake hands or other forms of affectionate greeting.
If you have any symptoms of COVID-19 or a member of your household has symptoms it is very important you self-isolate for the recommended time. If you need medication or general supplies during this time ask someone to drop these at your door – do not go to the pharmacy or out in pubic yourself.
NHS 111 coronavirus symptom check & isolation-note - https://111.nhs.uk/covid-19
Government coronavirus response and advice - https://www.gov.uk/government/topical-events/coronavirus-covid-19-uk-government-response
North East Lincolnshire Council coronavirus advice - https://www.nelincs.gov.uk/covid-19-advice-and-guidance/
Government guidance on shielding - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-on-shielding-and-protecting-extremely-vulnerable-persons-from-covid-19/guidance-on-shielding-and-protecting-extremely-vulnerable-persons-from-covid-19
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From 1st April 2020 pharmacies will no longer be able to order your medication for you. Patients can order their medication from the practice in the following ways:
If none of these options are suitable please talk to the receptionists about an alternative - REMEMBER we need 48 working hours to process your request.
We will still be able to send your prescription electronically to your nominated pharmacy - this is not changing.
The links below will take you to the latest information published by Public Health England and the Government.
Advice for those returning from Northern Italy
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Following these simple steps can help prevent the spread of colds, flu and other respiratory infections:
DO NOT touch your eyes, nose or mouth if your hands are not clean
Our seasonal flu vaccinations are now in stock. We will be running Saturday clinics by appointment on:
Further clinic times are available by calling reception on 01472 254600 or booking on-line.
If you are unsure if your are eligible for a flu vaccined please contact reception for details.
There are three different vaccines this year, children up to 18 years of age will be offered the nasal vaccine (we have not received a delivery date for these vaccines yet, so all parents will be contact with details of child vaccine clinics at a later date). A vacine for those aged 18 - 64 years (QIV) and a vaccine for those age 65 and over on 31st March 2020 (aTIV)
From 1st August 2019 your GP will not generally give you a prescription for certain medicines that are available to buy in a pharmacy or supermarket.
Why does the NHS need to reduce prescriptions for over the counter medicines?
The NHS has been spending around £136 million a year on prescriptions for medicines that can be bought from a pharmacy or supermarket, such as paractamol. By reducing the amount the NHS spends on over the counter medicines, we can give priority to treatments for people with more serious conditions, such as cancer, diabetes and mental health problems.
See the 'Prescriptions' heading on our website for further information.
In May and June 2019 the practice is taking part in a joint Medicine Optimisation exercise along with North Lincolnshire and Goole Hospital, North East Lincolnshire CCG and North Of England Commissioning Support (NECS) to review all patients who are prescribed Stoma products.
The first part of the review is data collection but following this review identified patients will be called in for a prescribing review by the stoma nurses.
We would like to notify patients who have a stoma that their prescribing records will be reviewed and shared with the stoma nurses and the data collection will be completed by a Medicine Optimisation Technician from NECS. If you have any concerns about this review please contact us on 01472 254600.
The next PPG meeting will be on Wednesday 27th March at 18:30 - the link below will allow you to view a copy of the agenda, if you would like to attend then please come along.
Agenda for PPG on 27th March 2019
From 1st October 2018 everyone in England will benefit from access to general practice appointments in the evenings and weekends at a time that is most convenient to them. This is part of a national drive to help improve access to general practice and get the best possible outcomes for patients. Further information is available at https://www.england.nhs.uk/gp/gpfv/redesign/improving-access/.
Patients who are registered at this practice can now book an appointment to see a range of clinicians including GPs and nurses on weekday evenings (after 6.30pm) or at the weekend (on Saturday and Sunday). Appointments will take place at a range of NHS settings across North East Lincolnshire. Talk to the practice receptionist to discuss an appointment.
Our seasonal flu vaccinations have now arrived. We will be running Saturday drop-in clinics on:
These clinics are for patients age 18 years and over only.
There are three different vaccines this year, children up to 18 years of age will be offered the nasal vaccine (we have not received delivery of these vaccines yet, so all parents will be contact with details of child vaccine clinic at a later date). A vacine for those aged 18 - 64 years (QIV) and a vaccine for those age 65 and over on 31st March 2019 (aTIV)
The practice is currently closed for the registration of new patients, this will remain so until the end of October 2018.
Please note that the practice will be closed for the area wide Protected Learning session on Thursday 25th of Ocotber from 13:00 to 18:30. During that time, emergency service will be provided by the Out of Hours Team on 01472 256256.
The next meeting of the group is Wednesday 31st October 2018 at 17:30 here at Freshney Green Primary Care Centre.
All patients/ carers are welcome
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Strobe tests: Inon Z330, Retra Flash and Symbiosis SS2
Symbiosis SS2
The specifications for this strobe are as follows:
GN 32 (108W/s)
Beam Angle: 90° (100° with diffuser)
Color Temperature: 5700°K
TTL: No TTL - Automatic mode with 2 settings
Triggering: Optical only
Battery life: 550 flashes
Recycle time: 2s
Diffuser: 1 stop.
Underwater weight: -50g
i-Divesite announced the Symbiosis SS2 at the DEMA show in 2015. Uniquely, it features a strobe and an interchangeable lumen video light combined into a single unit.
It is a substantial unit constructed of polycarbonate resin that weighs just over 1 kg (2 lbs 2oz). Physically, it is a little too big to position alongside macro or small dome ports.
Controls are simple and well laid out.
On the left is a five position mode dial, with 15 step power control for the strobe in manual mode or 10 step for the video light on the right. In between the two are the ready/mode light and two push buttons.
The left hand button offers a test function, along with access to the strobe's learning mode, while the right activates the light and cycles through its intensity and color modes.
Neither dial has a "click" function and they do tend to move when bumped. Conversely, the raised surface of the dials can be used with gloves.
The SS2 has an LCD screen that offers information at a glance, This includes the current mode, battery status and output power setting in both numerical and icon displays. The screen makes checking the strobe's status very easy. The screen is also backlit, so it visible at night.
It is powered by a proprietary 3400 mAh Li-ion battery with a specific (supplied) charger. A full recharge of the battery takes around 2.5 hours
The Symbiosis SS2 has a single straight flash tube
It ships with both YS and 1" ball mounts.
The video light head can be swapped and there are 1000, 2000 and 4000 lumen versions available. The test unit was fitted with a 2000 lumen light head.
The SS2 is supplied with a somewhat basic diffuser that attaches with two thumbscrews. It loses around 1 stop.
The units for the review were kindly supplied by Ocean Leisure Cameras and when they were sent, Wetpixel was advised that they should use quality fiber optic cables and ensure that the SS2's learning mode process was correctly used to ensure reliable triggering.
For all the tests, Wetpixel used 613 fiber cables from Nauticam and Inon. In the case of the Symbiosis, the cables are attached using the Inon type L connectors, which use a rubber O ring to friction fit and retain the connector and fiber. The moldings on the strobes seemed quite shallow and the Type L connectors (from Inon) were quite loose.
On a few occasions, they actually fell out, and it was important to ensure that the they were fully inserted in order to get the strobes to fire reliably. When the L type connectors were fully inserted, firing was consistent.
The Symbiosis SS2 has two positions for Automatic exposure control, one aimed at wide angle and the other macro. This is described thus in the user manual:
"When the flash is under Auto mode it will adjust the output automatically in 8 steps (from 1 to 1/16) by calculation of the bounce back light received by the front sensor."
To use this, a reference photo needs to be taken and used to calibrate the functions via the strobe output dial. Once this is set, the idea is that the there will be little need to adjust the exposure, providing the camera settings remain unchanged.
I found it impossible to get the mode to work well. However, I should stress that I tend to move my strobes around a lot, and adjust my camera settings in order to allow for varying lighting conditions. This is consistant with all the strobes reviewed. I would concede that a more static test may allow for more consistent results.
Strobe recycle time is around 2 seconds as listed. At full power, this drops off quite rapidly after around 15 shots. Battery life is at least 500 flashes per battery.
Unlike the other strobes tested, the Symbiosis SS2 offers the option of continuous lighting. The supplied units were fitted with 2000 lumen lights that provide a pleasing soft light:
When shooting video with lights, the idea is that the lights are subtle and not obvious. I think the lights on the Symbiosis SS2 achieve this.
- Introduction.
- Strobe Fundamentals.
- Inon Z330.
- Retra Flash.
- Symbiosis SS2.
- Test results and conclusion.


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Five male-savvy Houston stores to shop now
From bespoke suiting to masculine furniture inspired by Savile Row, stores designed for the discernible man are popping up in Houston - with more on the way. Vintage-inspired T-shirt brand Marine Layer is opening an outpost at the Heights Mercantile, and North Carolina-born Social Status will take over a 2,000-square-foot space in CityCentre to stock high-end streetwear from brands like Comme Des Garcons, with an emphasis on premium sneakers. Here are five places to shop now.
Established Bespoke
Custom suit maker Established Bespoke opens this month in the lobby of The Jones on Main building downtown. The 644-square-foot space, once part of Sakowitz department store, features floating shelves showing off the 10-year-old brand's first-ever ready-to-wear pieces. Manufacturing of custom suits, neckwear, shirting, tuxedos and overcoats has moved to Italy, and new bespoke fabrics are available (Zegna, Thomas Mason, Canclini). Also on site: alterations, a stocked bar. 712 Main, 832-287-1207
Holland & Sherry Interiors
A relative of famed Savile Row-born Holland & Sherry, this 880-square-foot design atelier in the Decorative Center provides wool and other traditional apparel fabrics for home furnishings. The company reps lines like Michael S. Smith, the designer who decorated the Obamas' private White House quarters. There's also a bar hidden behind a wall of carpet samples; try the Holland & Cherry (cherry vodka mixed with lime sparkling water). 5120 Woodway, 713-961-7886
Paris Texas Apparel Co.
The local line of Lone Star-proud silk neckties has grown into a new brick-and-mortar men's lifestyle store in Memorial. The warehouse-inspired space is outfitted with taxidermy, neon beer signage and rustic wood tables for display of the brand's full line of neckties, bow ties and Texas-centric tees, plus guayaberas, barware, leather accessories and grooming products from brands such as Fulton & Roark. 1022 Wirt, 800-941-1410
Four Seasons Hotel Houston has unveiled its first men's retail store, Buttonhook, created by Maris Collective. Sharing space with the hotel's boutique, the small shop is outfitted with a foosball table and stocks ready-to-wear items from New Zealand label Rodd & Gunn; leather accessories by Parisian-born designer Anne Sisteron; and natural stone lapel pins and cuff links by Kimberly McDonald. Nearby, the hotel's new Topgolf Swing Suite has two golf simulators where visitors can perfect their long drive. 1300 Lamar, 713-650-1300
Sid Mashburn
The upscale River Oaks men's retailer has introduced its first eponymous line of jeans. Available in two washes - nonselvedge rinse and selvedge rigid - the made-in-America denim has oxford cloth pockets and chain-stitched hems. There also are new colors available in the store's collection of garment-dyed Levi's 501s. No two pairs are dyed exactly the same - custom colors include pale pink, pewter, British khaki and sea green. For an additional fee, in-house tailors will custom-fit jeans. 2515 River Oaks, 713-936-9502
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Make the Day Extra Special with these Memorable Birthday Wishes
Sometimes sending out generic birthday messages don't work. There are many cards out there which already contain birthday wishes but they're not enough. If you really want to make that celebrator feel loved, you have to send him or her the most appropriate birthday wish. Whether you'll write it in a card or send via an email, text message, or private message, your wish can make a big difference.
Birthday Wishes for Childhood Friends
One of the perks of sending a birthday message to childhood friends is that you already have an idea on what to say to them. After all, you've spend several years growing up together. You have been playmates or even neighbors before you go your separate ways. Here are some thoughtful birthday wishes for your childhood buddy.
- You're growing old real fast but you'll always be that cute little kid I played hide and seek with. Wishing you all the best for your birthday.
- No time or distance can ever keep me from sending my birthday wish to you, my childhood pal.
- May your days be always filled with fun and excitement!
- Do you know why you're getting older every year? Because you're a fine wine and you grow better as the years go by.
- Don't worry about being old. We will all get there eventually. You just have to be first in line.
- Keep counting those falling stars and rainbows and make those wishes come true.
Birthday Wishes for Your Special Someone
How do you wish someone who mean the whole world to you a happy birthday? Your partner has been there for you and you want nothing but the best for him or her during this memorable day. Make sure to show your love through some of these cute and romantic birthday wishes.
- Happy birthday, Love. You look better than you were last year now that you're older.
- My love for you continues to grow every year just like your age. Happy birthday.
- No amount of fine lines and wrinkles can ruin your most special day. Happy birthday, Sweetheart!
- Today is your birthday. Your wish is my wish because I want all the best for you.
- Your skin may sag, wrinkles may show, and gray hair may grow. But one thing will never change and that's how much I love you. Happy birthday, Darling.
Birthday Wishes for Your Siblings
Your memories of growing up together with your siblings are some of the experiences you'll forever treasure in your heart. You have been there for each other through thick and thin and today, all you want to do is express your gratitude and love for the person who's a silent witness of your journey through life. Here are some birthday wishes you should definitely give to your brother or sister.
- Growing up with you is the best time of my life. As you celebrate your birthday, go back to those good old times and reminisce our unforgettable memories. You're a big part of me and I'm forever thankful for having you. Happy birthday!
- You never fail to give me the best and worst day of my life when we were kids. But nonetheless, I will love you until my last breath. Happy birthday!
- Fun times, sad times, we have all kinds of those. Through it all, you never left my side and I promise to do the same for you. Happy birthday to the world's best brother/sister!
- Blow those candles fast before I sneak up on you and steal your birthday wishes. Nah, just kidding. We're not little kids anymore (though I wish we still are). Happy birthday!
- You are the most amazing person I know. Keep your star shining no matter how dark or bright the night is. I love you. Happy birthday!
Birthday wishes are very touching and they're thoughtful expressions too. They're one of the best ways to show how much the celebrator means to you. Most importantly, they come straight from your heart.
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I took this from veterinarian I admire , the articles she writes are full of information.. that most people do not understand why there foals are sick.
A sick neonatal foal that requires intensive care and hospitalization can often survive and be a sound, healthy adult. But, such care is pricey. Average costs for a week of hospitalization can be $2,000 or more. Some of the many reasons that a foal may need hospitalization include; birth in a dirty environment (such as outside during a storm by the manure pile), dystocia (malpositioning at birth and subsequent delayed delivery), "red bag" or premature placental separation, placentitis (infection of the placenta and fetus in the uterus), neonatal maladjustment syndrome ("dummy foals" or "barker foals"), and/or septicemia of the foal secondary to failure of passive transfer (foal did not get colostrum shortly after birth).
Discussion of each of these syndromes can be articles in and of themselves but, in general, these problems lead to 2 things that often occur together. First, the foal lacks immunity and/or has been exposed to large amounts of bacteria from the environment and second the foal's brain has suffered from lack of oxygen.
Together the onset of systemic bacterial infections and the effects of lack of oxygen in the brain lead to a weak foal that cannot function normally.
Colostrum and milk are essential for a foal to thrive. A healthy foal should stand and nurse within 1-3 hours after birth. Thereafter a healthy foal will nurse once or more each hour, have a bit of a romp around and then will nap in between nursing bouts. ANY behavior that is different from this is abnormal. Similarly, a mare should pass her placenta within 3 hours after foaling. ANYTHING more than that is abnormal.
The first milk from a mare is the colostrum. Colostrum is rich in sugar and antibodies. Foals acquire the majority of their antibodies, which the body uses to fight off infection, passively through ingestion of colostrum. Unlike humans, antibodies do not cross into the neonate's blood stream by crossing the placenta. Nursing shortly after birth also protects a foal from disease.
A foal's intestinal tract is "open" at birth, this means that it readily absorbs large molecules from the gut into the blood stream. This is the mechanism that allows foals to absorb the large protein molecules that are antibodies. Once a foal nurses and the gut is exposed to colostrum or milk it rapidly closes and will no longer absorb any large molecules. Foals that do not drink anything for many hours after birth but are exposed to manure, dirt, mud and other unclean environments may ingest bacteria into the mouth and therefore their gut.
Once in the gut the bacteria may be absorbed into the blood stream. This predisposes the foal to systemic infections (septicemia) that can be life threatening. A mare will only produce colostrum for the first 6-12 hours after birth after that she will produce milk. Mare's having their first foal or that have leaked milk extensively prior to delivery will often have poor quality colostrum.
Educated owners that monitor their foal's birth and activity can identify a problem sooner. The earlier problems induced by lack of colostrum and lack of oxygen are identified and treated the less likely the foal will need long term intensive care.
It is often heart breaking for horse owners and veterinarians to lose foals to septicemia secondary to lack of colostrum ingestion when the problem may have been completely preventable. Every veterinarian has their own preferred method of handling mares around the time of foaling. What I have outlined here is my version of the "Gold Standard".
Please talk and consult with your veterinarian about what the best way they recommend to manage your growing horse family.
Know when you mare is going to foal. Average gestation for a mare is 332-340 days. Sit down with a calendar and know when your mare's due date is based on her breeding and ovulation dates
If you can't watch your mare 24 hours a day around the time she is due to foal consider sending her to a barn that foals out mares as a business. They should have experienced help and round-the-clock foaling watchers. This can be money well spent when you consider the cost of the death of your foal and/or mare due to a dystocia (difficult birth), a slow starting foal or a retained placenta.
Foals born before 332 days or after 340 days should be considered "high risk" there may be a medical reason for the foal to be born earlier or later than average.
Before Birth: If your mare is dripping milk and/or has vaginal discharge during the days prior to delivery, have a veterinarian examine her immediately. These can be signs of placentitis, a bacterial infection of the uterus and placenta. If caught early this may be treated and premature delivery of the foal and or a still birth may be averted. Foals born alive to such mares may appear normal immediately after birth but will then weaken quickly unless treated.
Time = 0: Have your mare and foal examined by a veterinarian immediately after the foal is born. At this time any congenital abnormalities of the foal may be identified. Your veterinarian will have a better feel for the vigor of your foal than you may have. The placenta should be kept for the veterinarian to examine (do not let the mare or your dogs eat it). Your veterinarian wants to be sure that the placenta is whole. If pieces of it are left in your mare she may develop a severe infection. Never pull the placenta out yourself. Some practitioners like to give the mare mineral oil at this time because post-delivery colic is not uncommon.
Time = 1-3 hours: During this time your foal should be alert and making early attempts to stand. By three hours the mare should have passed her placenta and the foal should have had its first nursing's of colostrum.
Time = 3-10 hours: During this time your foal should be nursing once or more each hour and having a romp around the stall. Between nursing's the foal will nap soundly but will wake up, get up and nurse readily. The mare should be resting comfortably and have a good appetite. If the foal is not passing manure and is straining, an enema can be given. The foal should urinate often and urine should not drip from the umbilicus.
Time = 10-12 hours: Have your veterinarian examine the foal again at 10-12 hours of age, no matter how vigorous your foal may seem. At this time your veterinarian should do a Foal IgG (antibody) test. Several types are on the market many of which can be run "stall side". This will tell your veterinarian whether your foal received enough colostrum or not. Many owners and veterinarians will skip the IgG test or delay running it until 24 hours of age in foals that appear vigorous.
The problem with this practice is that if the foal failed to ingest adequate quantities of colostrum it will not be known until 24 hours of age or until the foal starts to weaken. Identification of a high risk foal as determined by a low IgG now will allow therapy to be initiated 12 hours or more earlier than it would otherwise which can make all the difference. Some veterinarians prefer to do a complete blood count and blood chemistry at this time as well.
Time = 12+ hours: Your foal should continue to nurse vigorously. Signs of a weakening foal include: failure to nurse hourly, extended periods of sleep, failure to respond to the environment, rolling up onto the back, grinding teeth. If you have any doubts as to the health of your foal seek veterinary care immediately.
Early intervention in sick neonatal foals can be life-saving and money-saving. Breeding and foaling out horses is not an inexpensive enterprise and putting some time, energy and funds into your peri-natal care can save you big in the long run.
Jennifer MacLeay DVM, PhD


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Kodibag Beach – Karnataka
Situated at the confluence of the Kali River and the Arabian Sea in Karwar in Karnataka is an extremely scenic beach called Kodibag Beach or Koodi Bagh Beach. This beautiful beach is considered to be a major tourist hotspot in the city of Karwar located in the Uttara Kannada district. Apart from its pristine and tranquil atmosphere, this beach is also renowned for providing magnificent views of the setting sun. Additionally, this beach also provides for water sporting activities.
Read More: THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT SURFING ON SOUTH INDIAN BEACHES
How to Reach Kodibag Beach?
- By train:
The nearest railway station is located in Karwar itself. The Karwar Railway Station is well connected via the Konkan Railway to major cities in the country such as Delhi, Mumbai, Cochin, and Ahmedabad etc.
- By road:
If you intend to drive to this beach the ideal starting points are Margao, Panjim, Vasco Da Gama, Hubli, and Mangalore.
- Via Margao:
There is one route from Margao to this beach and it is via NH-66.
2. Via Panjim:
There are two routes from Panjim to this beach and they are via NH-66 and via Curchorem-Ponda and NH-66.
3. Via Vasco Da Gama:
There are two routes from Vasco Da Gama to this beach, and they are via NH-66 and via Curchorem-Ponda Road and NH-66.
4. Via Hubli:
There are three routes from Hubli to this beach, and they are via NH-52, via SH-46 and SH-34, and via Sirsi-Hubli-Belgaum Road and NH-66.
5. Via Mangalore:
There is one route from Mangalore to this beach and that is via NH-66.
- By air:
The closest airport is located in Dabolim in Goa at a distance of 97 km. The Dabolim airport is well connected to major cities in the country as well as the international destination.
Climate and the best time to visit Kodibag Beach
The climate at this beach during the summer season which begins in March and ends in June is hot and humid with the temperature ranging from a maximum of 36 degree Celsius to a minimum of 30 degree Celsius. The rainfall received during the monsoon from July to October is "moderate". The winter season on the other hand which begins in November and ends in February is extremely pleasant with the temperature ranging from a maximum of 29 degree Celsius to a minimum of 17 degree Celsius. So the ideal time to visit this beautiful beach is from November to February.
Things/activities to do
This pristine beach is ideal for adventure sports lovers since it provides of various water sports activities such as canoeing, kayaking, paddling, banana boat rides etc. In addition, this beach also provides for magnificent views of the setting sun thereby making an ideal spot for photography enthusiasts.
Also Read: 10 Popular Beaches in South India


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A court filing Tuesday by lawyers for Bartolo Hernandez and Julio Estrada contends there were seven crucial errors in their trial, including an improper introduction of evidence and several mistakes in how witnesses were permitted to testify.
Prosecutors did not immediately file a response.
Hernandez and Estrada were convicted by a jury March 15th after a six-week trial. Prosecutors said Hernandez faces up to 15 years in prison and Estrada, convicted of more smuggling counts, faces a maximum of 35 years behind bars.
Trial evidence showed the pair ran an operation to smuggle Cuban players in return for a cut of their lucrative baseball contracts.
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I'm getting a late start today in sharing such an excellent story, but better late than never, right? 😉
Kingdom of Ash and Soot from C.S. Johnson was fantastic! (Definitely one of my favorite reads of this year.)
It was packed full of political intrigue, but not so much where it went over my head or was hard to remember. The Cinderella twist honestly made it even cooler and will forever look at her story differently, imaging if she became a secret, undercover spy.
Her story is inspiring and full of depth, love, and overcoming. It's a fight for freedom in not only an "obvious" way of trying to get out of a horrible situation that literally only brings her down, but also one of a personal fight for freedom.
Granted, when secret after secret keeps being revealed about your past just how hard is it to find that freedom?
Hard as Elenora's life shows, but she refuses to let those secrets stop her. I'll let this quote below perfectly wrap up her struggle.
Never stop fighting, friends. <3


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Fresh off winning gold in Rio, Elena Vesnina starts strong at Connecticut Open
NEW HAVEN >> Russian Elena Vesnina, coming off a gold medal performance with a doubles title at the Rio Summer Olympics, admits she is playing the best tennis of her life.
Her elevated play was certainly showcased in her first round match at the Connecticut Open against lucky loser Camila Giorgi of Italy on Monday. Despite a little hiccup in the second set, Vesnina went on to beat Giorgi 6-1, 6-4 and advanced to the second round where she will face Anett Kontaveit on Tuesday.
"It's always a strong tournament in New Haven and it's not easy to play here," Vesnina said. "But I like New Haven. The courts are always good here and I always feel good in New Haven. I feel good physically and mentally and I'm having the best season of my life."
In her match with Giorgi, she won the first set 6-1 and led 4-2 in the second set with the serve. The seventh game of the second set went to deuce five times, but Vesnina held serve to go ahead 5-2 and held off a late rally by Giorgi to seal the match with a 6-4 win in the second set.
"It was important for me to hold serve in that game," Vesnina said. "She was getting closer and caught up to my game and caught up to playing the windy conditions. The wind was tricky and it was difficult to hold serve.
"She played good on those games in the second set. Camila plays hard and with Camila you never know. I'm happy I won it."
For Vesnina, due to her success she has been playing more doubles games with her partner Ekaterina Makarova. They won a doubles title at the Rogers Cup and went on to defeat Martina Hingis and Timea Bacsinszky 6-4, 6-4 for the gold medal at Rio.
"That was the best moment in our life, winning the Olympics," Vesnina said. "We always dreamed just to be there. The Grand Slams are important. But when it comes to the Olympics, you just can't compare it. You are so proud to be there representing your country."
Vesnina, who got married last fall to Pavel Tabuntsov, credits her maturity for much of her 2016 success.
"I've been working hard my whole life," Vesnina said. "But my wedding was an important step in my life. It gave me strength, I feel happy and I'm in love. I got more mature and grew up coming into this season. I've been working on my mental game a lot and when I started winning more it gave me more confidence."


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Hello everyone,
As you all know I have been into cozy comfy pants, I about died and gone to heaven when I slipped into these little beauties. They are so comfy, I literally wore them three days in a row, don't judge all my stuff is packed, home renovation, regardless they are fabulous! This outfit is one of my absolute favs, I love a chill outfit that is still classy. The stilettos and clutch obviously give it that glam chic look but I think this outfit would still be classy with flats. By the way these photos were taken on the back side of pizza restaurant and those black things on the wall are brick ovens and oh my do they smell sensational. I didn't want to leave the shoot because it smelt so good haha Anyways hope your week is starting off great and maybe get some pizza for lunch I know I am! Tatahhh!
Xo, Jenessa
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Hip Sockit / Resident DJ
Brando AKA "Hip Sockit" offers his heart opening soulful soundscapes that seamlessly weave music styles & cultures. A globally blended tapestry of beats, bumps, & baselines that penetrate to the marrow of your bones, spiraling around your undulating spine and unearthing your body.
Hip Sockit crafts his sets from a wide range of music focusing on top quality tracks that make hips shake and bodies move. His skillful transitions between sounds, styles, and textures, makes it easy to sweat the dance floor all night long. Starting his career on vinyl records in 1995, Hip Sockit has played Clubs, Ecstatic Dances, and Weddings all over the world, including spots in Montréal, Greece, Israel, and the famed Ibiza. One of the original creators of Northampton's premier dance event, POLLINATE, Brando has been featured as an emerging artist on fmainstream.com and a featured guest on the Valley Advocates video podcast series.
Luminous / Resident DJ
Marek A.K.A. DJ Luminous encountered the dancing community and discovered contact improvisation form of dance. This opened new ways for him to work with bodily energy and to explore how dancing improvisation can contribute to healing stuck emotional energy. From there it was only a step away to become a dance facilitator and DJ in 2012 and to start working with energy of music and its impact on the body, connection to one self and to others. Since then his journey as a DJ and workshop facilitator led him to creating healing workshops and dance events across the US as well as internationally. Some of his beloved places that he likes to visit and create events is Vancouver BC, island Ometepe Nicaragua, Portland OR, and of course his homeland - Prague. Currently he co-creates regular ecstatic dance events with his team in Northampton ( Pollinate Dance ) and
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New York Wheel developers abandon plans for Staten Island attraction
A giant observation wheel planned for Staten Island will no longer get a chance to spin, since its developers pulled the project after failing to garner support from the city. More
A giant observation wheel planned for Staten Island will no longer get a chance to spin, since its developers pulled the project after failing to garner support from the city. More
This coffee shop is squeezed into an ultra-narrow space in Curitiba, Brazil, with a simple counter inside for serving takeaway beverages and snacks. More
Dezeen spoke to designer Adam Nathaniel Furman, interior designer Sue Timney and Royal Academy curator Gonzalo Herrero Delicado about the use of pattern in architecture and interiors in this talk. More
Sustainable materials and long product lifespans were the primary focus of emerging designers in this year's Inédito exhibition, held at Museo Tamayo during Design Week Mexico this month. We've picked out five eco-friendly works, including cardboard lamps and a toothbrush to last a lifetime. More
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Offices furnished with rows of desks and swivel chairs are now a thing of the past, according to designers and brands exhibiting at this year's Orgatec furniture fair. Here are 10 new designs for today's more flexible workspaces. More
American studio David Baker Architects took cues from West African culture while conceiving this affordable housing complex for people aged 62 or older. More
Dezeen interviews the biggest names in architecture and design. Kengo Kuma, Olafur Eliasson and Margaret Howell are just some of the leading figures that have appeared on the site in recent weeks. More
Marble artworks, ornaments and furniture appear throughout this Milanese apartment, designed by Elissa Ossino Studio for the head of Italian stone brand Salvatori. More
Design Academy Eindhoven graduate Aurore Brard has created tableware featuring coloured accents, designed to help visually impaired people dish up the correct amount of food and drink. More
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Topsy (4-Paw Topsy, Crooked-tail Topsy) an Asian elephant (Elephas maximus) at Luna Park
|☨ Topsy (4-Paw Topsy, Crooked-tail Topsy)
|ID nr:
|Asian elephant (Elephas maximus)
|Sex and age:
|Female ♀ 28 years old
|Dead date:
|† 1903-01-04
|Death reason:
|euthanised: electrocution with 6,600 volts by Thomas Edison
|People killed:
|Luna Park
|Luna Park 1902-00-00
from Forepaugh-Sells Show
|* 1875 wild
|Document updated
|2013-07-01: book
Topsy (born circa 1875, died January 4, 1903), was a domesticated elephant with the Forepaugh Circus at Coney Island's Luna Park. Due to her having killed three men in as many years, Topsy was deemed a threat to people by her owners and put down via electrocution on January 4, 1903. Inventor Thomas Edison captured the event on film. He would release it later that year under the title, Electrocuting an Elephant.
An initial means of execution discussed was hanging. However, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals protested and other ways were considered. Edison then suggested electrocution, in order to discredit the use of AC electricity that was cutting into the market for his DC electricity. Edison then convinced the ASPCA that this would be more humane.
To augment the execution, Topsy was fed carrots laced with 460 grams of potassium cyanide before 6,600 volts of electricity were sent coursing through her body. She was dead in well under a minute. The event was witnessed by an estimated 1,500 people and Edison's film of the event was seen by audiences throughout the United States.
Luna Park burned down in a spectacular fire in 1944.
On July 20, 2003, a memorial for Topsy was erected at the Coney Island Museum.
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Videofilm: Electrocuting an Elephant, Thomas Edison
Reference listKoehl, D., (2020). Topsy (4-Paw Topsy, Crooked-tail Topsy), an Asian elephant (Elephas maximus) at Luna Park in United States. Elephant Encyclopedia, available online retrieved 23 October 2020 at https://www.elephant.se/database2.php?elephant_id=2434. (archived at the Wayback machine)
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Deal: Free LEGO CITY Poster from the LEGO Shop...Written by James Zahn
The official LEGO Shop just sent details on a new promotion for February. They're offering a FREE LEGO CiTY Poster with any LEGO Shop purchase of $35 or more! Valid 2.1.12 - 2.29.12. You can hit this link to get the deal.
Gardening Project: Grandparents' Antique Washtubs become Fall PlantersWritten by James Zahn
For the past two years I've been telling people that my first job is that of being a a father - The Rock Father - to my little daughter. Everything else I do is secondary, whether it be my normal gig in being a jerk on the music side of this website, directing videos, or whatever other adventures happen to come my way. During the daytime (when weather allows), the little one and I can usually be found outside, spending time in our ever-expanding garden. From vegetables to flowers, annuals to perennials, we spend time together while learning and sharing in a variety of plant-based adventures and projects. With Fall fast-approaching, we've already begun turning our spring and summer flowerbeds, planters, and hanging baskets into arrangements best-suited for what happens to me my personal favorite of all the seasons. For this particular project, there's a little family history involved for us, but it's something that any of you can do as well.
Real Men use Reel Mowers: The FISKARS MOMENTUM Rocks.Written by James Zahn
When my wife and I were preparing to move into our first single-family home in the spring of 2010, there were a lot of things that needed to be considered and purchased - a big one involving the type of tools that I'd be using to maintain our lawn and planned garden.With the intent of leading by example and raising our daughter to respect and care for the environment, the idea of 'green' gardening became the foundation of everything that would follow. None of my tools would be powered by gas - they would only be powered by electricity or man.


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A while ago I wrote an article titled How to Save, Part 1: Budgets Suck. In it, I explained all of the issues I have with the way that most people are taught to budget. I believe those issues are the reasons why so many people fail at budgeting, and thus fail to save as much money as they should.
But as the old saying goes, "don't complain about something if you don't have a solution." So in this article I'll walk through the method I personally use to budget and save money. I don't expect my method to work for everybody, but maybe there are a few tips and tricks that you can implement.
Let's get to it.
Backward Budgeting
Before I get into the details, I think it will help to explain my overall philosophy when it comes to budgeting.
I believe the only reason people budget is to help them increase their savings rate (which you can learn how to calculate right here). So unlike most people, instead of starting with my spending, I start with my savings. I call this "backward budgeting."
I start by calculating how much money I need to save each month in order to reach my financial goals. Exactly how to do that is a topic for another article, but for now, let's assume that I need to save $1,000/month to reach my goals. Let's also assume that my after-tax income is $5,000/month. That means that I can spend $4,000/month on everything else and still reach my monthly savings target.
Each month I track my spending to make sure I don't exceed that $4,000 mark. If I do, that means I won't be able to save my target $1,000 month and I'll be off track for the month.
Simple Doesn't Mean Easy
It's that simple. I think your savings strategy should be simple. Now, of course, just because something is simple in theory doesn't mean it's easy to actually implement in real life.
For example, we all know how to get in shape. Eat healthy, workout everyday, and get plenty of sleep. Simple, right? It's extremely simple, but that doesn't mean it's easy. If it were, we would all be fitness models. Getting physically fit is very similar to getting financially fit in the sense that they are conceptually simple, but in reality very difficult.
That's why having a simple budgeting theory is just the beginning. You also need to make implementing this theory as easy as possible. If it's too difficult, you likely won't stick with it for very long. So now let's look at the 4 tips I personally use when backward budgeting.
1. Reduce Your Effort (Use Technology)
I have news for you. That complicated spreadsheet you made. The one you spent hours on and has all the fancy graphs and formulas. It sucks. It's too complicated and takes too much effort.
Let technology be your friend. There are so many great apps out there that track your spending automatically. I use a free app called Mint, but You Need A Budget (YNAB) and EveryDollar are 2 other apps I've heard have great reviews.
Make sure you sync all your bank accounts, debit cards, and credit cards so all of your transactions come through automatically. If you're like me, you have a ton of credit cards, so having them all synced in 1 place makes budgeting way easier.
Reducing the effort required should help you stick with your budget long-term.
2. Reduce the Transactions You Need to Track (Ignore Fixed Expenses)
I also choose to ignore my fixed expenses when budgeting. Let's walk through how and why I do this.
Sticking with the same example, let's assume I can spend $4,000/month. That's my total spending. First I add up all my fixed expenses like rent, student loan payments, internet, cell phone, etc. Let's say those add up $2,500/month. I just subtract that from my $4,000 in total spending and I'm left with $1,500 that I can spend on whatever I want during the month.The benefit of doing this is that I now have fewer transactions I need to worry about. Mint helps me ignore these fixed expenses by allowing me to set up "rules" for transactions. Below is a screenshot of my monthly internet bill. I set up a rule that automatically hides this expense from my transaction history, so that it doesn't clutter my monthly budget.
I do this with all of my recurring bills. The only time I need to revisit this is if one of my fixed expenses changes. For example, if my rent increased by $200/month, my other spending would have to decrease by that same amount.
Reducing the number of transactions you care about should save you time.
3. Reduce Complexity (Forget about Categories)
I also don't bother with categorizing my monthly expenses.
Most budgets have you break out targets for transportation, food, entertainment, etc. But for me, I don't care how much I spend on each of those subcategories, as long as my total spending for the month doesn't exceed my limit (remember I already hide my fixed expenses, so this is technically my "total other spending number"). This helps me enjoy the money I do spend because I'm not worried about how it will be classified or if I went over on my restaurants category.
The truth is what I spend my money on varies from month to month. Sometimes I go on vacation, so my travel spending is higher than usual. During the holidays, my spending on gifts is more than normal. That is 100% fine with how I budget, as long as I compensate by spending less in other categories throughout the month.
So the only number I care about is my total other spending number. I watch that number go up throughout the month, and make sure it doesn't go over my target amount.
Reducing the need to categorize each expense should make budgeting significantly easier.
4. Reduce Errors (Mint Tips)
Mint also has some very cool tricks that I wasn't aware of for a long time. These tricks can help you handle some of the most annoying parts of tracking your spending.
Here's one example. You go out to dinner with 3 friends and the bill is $100. Instead of making the waitress split the bill 4 ways, you put the bill on your card and just have your friends pay you for their portions later. Well when Mint sucks in the credit card transaction, it thinks you spent the whole $100 instead of just $25. Luckily Mint lets you "split" a transaction. So you can tell mint to count $25 towards your spending and to hide the other $75. Problem solved.
Another common problem is when you pay for something in cash. That means it's not on your credit card so Mint can't automatically suck it through. Again Mint has a solution. You can manually add transactions.
Reducing the errors in your budget should help you be confident in your numbers and stop your OCD from driving you crazy over that one wrong transaction.
The main purpose of budgeting is to help you save money. That's why I prefer to start by finding my monthly savings target, and then backward budget to see how much I can spend.
Then, I try to make everything as simple as possible. That way I have a better chance of sticking with my plan long-term. So I use Mint, I remove my fixed expenses, I don't bother with categorizing my expenses, and I use Mint's little-known tricks to be as precise as possible.
This method of budgeting is extremely simple. That doesn't mean it's easy to stick to, but at least now I can spend all of my time and effort on saving, instead of keeping track of my spending. Hopefully these tips help you increase your savings rate also.


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Upload Heat by Heat Results from HyTek
Before uploading heat by heat results, make sure you have completed the following tasks:
Upload results after a heat has been completed
Once a heat has finished and you have gotten times from your F.A.T. system or entered them into HyTek, upload that heat's results to AthleticLIVE via these steps.
- Go to the Run Menu.
- Click on an event.
- Click on a Heat number.
- Press F11 on your keyboard. The blue shaded bar above the heat results show the status of your upload in red text. It will flicker from "Creating Report for Heat..." to "Sending Heat Result to the Web...". Once it changes back to black text, the upload is complete. The result should be viewable on AthleticLIVE within a few seconds.
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Sterling Silver Seraphinite Necklace
These rocks rock. There's an undeniable artistry in this gemstone pendant, which showcases a stunning piece of rough cut larimar. The intentionally rough-cut gemstone creates a modern feel, which can be played up with a funky chain or toned down with a simpler silhouette.
- Metal: Sterling Silver
- Gemstone: Seraphinite
- Dimensions: 18 inches long; Pendant measure 1.5" L x 1.25" W
- Closure: Spring clasp
- Care: Spot-Cleaning only. Store in a separate box. Keep away from fragrance and water.


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San Antonio DUI Lawyers
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) of alcohol by a minor is a very serious offense. All Texas drivers under the age of 21 are subject to a Zero Tolerance policy when it comes to alcohol. A minor in violation of this policy can be cited or arrested. They will face criminal charges, administrative penalties, and life-long consequences.
DUI and DWI are often used interchangeably in Texas, but they are actually very different. In Texas, a person of any age can be convicted of DWI for operating a motor vehicle, while DUI is only applicable to minor drivers' under the age of 21.
What is a DUI in Texas?
DUI is a Class C Misdemeanor. A minor commits the offense of DUI, if they are found to be operating a motor vehicle in a public place while having any detectable amount of alcohol in their system.
Unlike with DWI, there is no threshold number for BAC. It doesn't matter how much alcohol a minor has in their system. Any detectable amount is enough. An officer doesn't even have to administer a breath or blood test (and they often don't).
You read that right. It's super easy to be charged with DUI if you're under 21. Because an officer often doesn't collect any evidence, it makes it very difficult to dispute. It sounds crazy, but a person under 21 can be arrested for DUI in Texas on nothing more than a police officer's opinion.
What are the Penalties for DUI in Texas?
DUI, like all other offenses in Texas, has serious consequences — even for first-time offenders.
The consequences for DUI first offense include:
- Court costs and a fine of up to $500
- Life-long criminal conviction
- 60-day Driver License suspension
- Court-ordered community service
- State-approved Alcohol / Drug Awareness course(s)
- State-approved Driving Safety courses
DUI 3rd Penalties
A minor in Texas with two DUI convictions, facing a third DUI charge, is subject to serious consequences, including:
- Up to a $2000 fine
- Life-ling criminal conviction
- Up to a 180 day Driver License suspension
- Court-ordered community service
- State-approved Alcohol / Drug Awareness course(s)
- State-approved Driving Safety courses
- Court-ordered Alcohol Monitoring device
DWI by a Minor (17-21 Years Old)
DWI by a Minor between the ages of 17 and 21 is a Class B misdemeanor, punishable by:
- Court costs and a fine of up to $500
- Life-ling criminal conviction
- 60-day Driver License suspension
- Court-ordered community service
- State-approved Alcohol / Drug Awareness course(s)
- State-approved Driving Safety courses
- Court-ordered Alcohol Monitoring device
A second offense is a Class A misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $4,000, 30 days to 1 year in jail, and license suspension for up to 18 months. A third offense is a third-degree felony, punishable by a fine of up to $10,000, 2 to 10 years in prison, and license suspension for up to 2 years.
DUI Frequently Asked Questions
DUI is only for minors. While a minor can be charged with DUI or DWI, an adult over 21 can only be charged with DWI.
DUI is a Class C misdemeanor that only applies to minors under the age of 21. If you are under 21 years old, you are not allowed to operate a motor vehicle with any amount of alcohol in your body. DUI carries with it a driver's license suspension, a fine of up to $500 and a possible lifelong criminal conviction.
DWI applies to adults over 21 years old. A person can be charged with DWI if their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is .08 or higher, or if a police officer believes they have lost the normal use of their physical or mental faculties.
Obviously, the second part of that definition is incredibly subjective. Law enforcement officers are trained to use a series of Standardized Field Sobriety Tests to determine if someone has lost the normal use of their faculties. The tests are garbage, often administered incorrectly, and are not scored for passing, only failing.
Can you be charged with drunk driving if you are not actually driving?
In Texas, you don't need to be found driving your vehicle to be charged with DUI (or DWI).
The State must prove every element of Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) as defined in Texas Penal Code Title 10 Chapter 49: Sec. 49.04. DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED. (a) A person commits an offense if the person is intoxicated while operating a motor vehicle in a public place.
- Intoxicated: The law defines "intoxicated" as having lost the normal use of your mental or physical faculties due to the introduction of any substance including alcohol or a drug or a combination of the two or having a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or greater.
- Operating a Motor Vehicle: It is important to note, the word "driving" does not appear in the definition and operation is somewhat broadly interpreted. If the keys are in the ignition, and the vehicle is on, that can be enough.
- Public Place: A "Public place" is defined in Section 1.07 of the Texas Penal Code as any place where the public or a significant portion of the public has access. This includes neighborhoods and the parking lot at Whataburger
How much does a DUI in Texas cost?
First-time offenders face a fine of up to $500, as well as the cost of court and court-ordered classes. Additionally, if a license suspension occurs (which it almost always does), there will be costs associated with reinstatement and obtaining an Occupational License during the pendency of the suspension.
The biggest cost, however, is impossible to quantify. A conviction for DUI means a life-long criminal conviction. A DUI conviction cannot be expunged or sealed. It will be there for every college application, job interview, background check, security clearance, forever.
Spending money to fight for a dismissal today, could save you hundreds of thousands in lost opportunities down the road.
How long does DUI stay on your record in Texas?
In most cases, a DUI conviction will remain on your record forever. That is why it is critical to fight for a dismissal. Once a DUI has been dismissed it can be expunged (permanently deleted) from the record.
However, in 2017, the Texas Legislature passed a law allowing for certain individuals to seal their DUI conviction if certain qualifications are met.
Find out if you qualify for that here.
Is a DUI in Texas a misdemeanor or felony?
A first DUI offense is a class C misdemeanor. Though repeat offenders face enhanced penalties, a DUI can never be upgraded to a Felony.
Will a DUI affect a background check?
Yes. A conviction for DUI means a life-long criminal conviction. A DUI conviction cannot be expunged or sealed. It will be there for every college application, job interview, security clearance, forever.
A DUI that has been expunged will not appear on a background check. This is why it is critical to fight for a dismissal.
Is it worth fighting a DUI charge?
Yes, no matter how bad you think it is, your situation is not hopeless.
Choosing to hire an experienced DUI attorney can be the difference between a temporary inconvenience and a life-long conviction.
Can you go to jail for a DUI?
Yes, but only if you have prior convictions for DUI.
Award-Winning DUI Defense
in 2019 Trey Porter was selected by Three Best Rated as best DUI lawyer in San Antonio. Additionally, Mr. Porter has been selected in the National Trial Lawyers' Top 40 Under 40 for Criminal Defense, received Avvo's Client's Choice Award, and has been recognized by San Antonio Scene Magazine as one of the Best Lawyers in San Antonio every year since 2015. You can read more about Trey Porter here.
DUI Testimonials
We hired Trey Porter to assist us last year. From the initial consultation up to and including the court hearing, Trey had a straight forward approach to the situation at hand. He explained everything along the way and was available at any time to discuss/answer any questions we had either by phone/text/email. With his experience and professionalism, we obtained the best outcome possible. We would highly recommend Trey Porter with no hesitation whatsoever. Five stars is definitely not enough!
-R Valdez
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-Violet Gonzales
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Trey is the man! I hired him because I had overheard a county court judge mentioning how awesome of an attorney he is, so if an endorsement from a judge won't convince you then I'm not sure what will. I sure do hope I never find myself in a pickle ever again but if I do, I would hire Trey in a heartbeat. He's honest, transparent, doesn't beat around the bush, and will work tirelessly so that your clean record stays clean and unblemished. 5 stars, highly recommend!
–Joey Psykosis
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Orange Line Transformation Program
2015 – 2021
As part of our $8 billion, 5-year capital investment program that began July 1, 2018, we're rebuilding the Orange Line.
This work, including new signal infrastructure, upgrades to our test track, an expanded and upgraded maintenance facility, and an upgraded yard, will result in faster, more comfortable trips on the Orange Line, as well as less crowding on platforms and in stations.
It will also support the all-new, expanded Orange Line fleet of 152 modern, spacious vehicles, ensuring that an additional 30,000 riders per day can take the Orange Line.
Contracts have been awarded for the following projects as part of this initiative:
- Orange Line signal upgrades: Design started in 2019
- New Orange Line vehicles: First set of new cars in service August 14, 2019; more in testing
- Wellington Yard and Maintenance Facility updates: Work started in summer 2017 for the maintenance facility, and spring 2018 for Wellington Yard
The following projects are now complete:
- Rehabilitation of Orange Line test track: Completed summer 2018
- Storage track expansions at Wellington Yard: Completed spring 2019
Building a Better T 2020
Some of our Orange Line Transformation projects are being accelerated in 2020 to deliver results to riders sooner.
Orange Line Signal Upgrades
The analog signal system on the Orange Line will be fully replaced with new, digital infrastructure.
- Contract awarded: November 2018
- Projected completion: May 2022
- Budget: $217 million (total value for Orange Line and Red Line signal upgrades)
- Status: Preliminary design has been completed. Intermediate system design is ongoing and expected to be completed by the end of January 2020.
Our signal system is made up of equipment and cables that run along the track, collecting and sending data about train locations to our operations teams.
Digital signals require less manual labor than the current analog system, reducing the time and money required for maintenance. In turn, this will result in:
- Improved service reliability
- A renewed lifespan for the entire system
- More efficient communications about system diagnostics
New Orange Line Vehicles
The Orange Line fleet will be entirely replaced with modern, more efficient, more spacious vehicles by 2023.
- Contract awarded: 2014
- Projected completion: 2023
- Budget: $1 billion (total value for Orange Line and Red Line new vehicles)
- Status: Three new train sets accepted for passenger service; up to 14 new trains in service during peak commuting times; more cars in testing
The 152 new Orange Line vehicles (including 32 more cars added to the fleet) will feature:
- More spacious interiors, wider doors, more handrails, and LED lighting systems for your comfort
- 2 more accessibility areas on each vehicle
- Modern visual and audio communications systems, including new audio and visual door open and close warnings
- Onboard diagnostics for operators and maintenance staff
Recent Updates
Wellington Yard and Maintenance Facility Updates
Wellington Yard, the facility where we store and care for Orange Line vehicles each day, will be updated for safer, more efficient maintenance.
Wellington Yard Rebuild
- Contract awarded: 2018
- Projected completion: Spring 2021
- Budget: $102 million
- Status: 25% complete as of November 2019
Wellington Maintenance Facility
- Contract awarded: 2017
- Projected completion: Spring 2021
- Budget: $76 million
- Status: 71% complete as of November 2019
The upgraded and expanded Wellington Yard will make it easier for crews to move vehicles around the facility, decreasing the time needed for maintenance. It will feature:
- All new tracks, power systems, and signals
- Expanded vehicle storage space
- More space for vehicle maintenance
- New diagnostics equipment
- An efficient, environmentally friendly car wash
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Contact Information
For all queries and comments related to Orange Line Improvement Program, please contact email@example.com.
Related Projects
Building a Better T 2020
Some of our Orange Line Transformation projects are being accelerated in 2020 to deliver results to riders sooner.


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MediaInfo is a convenient unified display of the most relevant technical and tag data for video and audio files.
Created by MediaArea.net
Nice, simple program used to view detailed codec, bitrate, and other useful information about audio and video files. The Linux version works great in Mint and Lubuntu.
It is clean and works fine.
Same here. detected malware by AVG.
:-( "MediaInfo" app has adWare in the installer ! (v0.7.76)
It installed "Active Discount" and the ridiculous sounding
"open Photoshop" in the Add/Remove programs and Chrome extensions
IF you install the software from the developers homepage.
use this site instead and download the portableApp version
I cleaned my system with AdwCleaner and herdprotect
[Edited by justanotheruser, August 12]
No issue with the portable version: http://portableapps.com/apps/music_video/mediainfo-portable
Years have passed, and the windows variant are still communicating with malicious entities. which is unfortunate :(
scan from virustotal at 2013-09-15 04:33:09 UTC
MediaInfo 0.7.64
SHA256: fbc685cdfe89d63c30279f70905260a7537db4f461d037633da082b67390bea3
SHA1: dada7dbce6fcd7abcdf10f6d10be5d1373f8e624
MD5: c7379ab2a44990f80cc73f0a523b9623
File size: 4.3 MB ( 4499008 bytes )
File name: MediaInfo_GUI_0.7.64_Windows.exe
File type: Win32 EXE
Detection ratio: 2 / 46
Which is recognized to be OpenCandy. thus making you a definite target for ads. And potentially more dangerous types of malware.
link to scan of the latest MediaInfo at virustotal
while i checked Neutral at my opinion I do like this Program a lot. unfortunately I'll be sticking with the version 0.7.60 until i find an alternative.
[Edited by EchoSeven, May 29]
See http://mediaarea.net/pt/MediaInfo/Bundled for details.


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Yup, StrangeMaps is awesome.
StrangeMaps – your blog for – you guessed it – Strange Maps
I finally had a chance to check out the StrangeMaps blog, which has only been around since last September and was mentioned on The Map Room and Cartography blogs last fall. If you haven't seen and you like checking out maps that are a bit out of the ordinary, or made up, or just plain odd, then give StrangeMaps a look. My favorite so far is the Map of Tatooine from the Star Wars Technical Journal.


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Glendale City Council joined Surprise on Jan. 9 as another city to pass the Distracted Driver Ordinance. The ordinance will take effect Feb. 7.
All hand-held devices must be used in a hands-free mode. Drivers should keep in mind they can be pulled over for having a device in their hand regardless of being in motion or stopped (Similar to California law).
Upon crossing the red line outside the gate, Airmen fall into Glendale City Law jurisdiction. The Glendale Police Department will work to educate officers and the public about the new rules as the ordinance takes effect, therefore a 30-day grace period will be in effect. The fine for the first offense is $250.
For more information, go to azbigmedia.com/glendale-approves-distracted-driving-ordinance.
Courtesy of 56th Fighter Wing Public Affairs


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I've spoken very highly of the Facedown Records family this year (Facedown, Strike First, and Dreamt Music). With minor exceptions, every album they've released this year has been awesome. But at what point do I grow tired of christian metal? Well it's not today and it's not with the Burial's Strike First records debut, The Winepress.
The Winepress is less death metal than I was expecting. Which is good because I wasn't ready to hear another deathcore record. My ears just couldn't take it. But The Winepress is a very solid metal album. Not as technical as some of their peers (As Hell Retreats) but it doesn't need to be. The Burial have concentrated on writing good songs and have delivered a strong debut.
The first track, Intercessor, has a nice hardcore feel to it, really old school. It kicks into Demons Never Sleep, a nice trash track. The WInepress overall has a real old school metalcore feel to it. Think along the lines of Symphony in Peril. There are breakdowns a plenty but they aren't overbearing and don't draw attention to themselves. The Winepress does fall into certain (bad) metal trends. The very middle of the record is your, standard, low key instrumental track. It draws you out of the flow of the record and Valley of Decision isn't an interesting song. It drags and is just a lull in the record that doesn't need to be there.
But the record ends strong. Delegation of the Seven Plagues is another really good song that has a nice old school hardcore/modern death metal feel (its odd, I know). Monolith and Death, Conquered are probably the best tracks on the record, giving it a great ending. I don't really like how Death, Conquered just fades to a close, making the impact less strong but it doesn't hurt the track.
Just more solid metal from Strike First records.


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Gunditjmara - SEAGAS Port Campbell VIC to Torrens Island SA Pipeline Indigenous Land Use Agreement (ILUA)
|25 August 2015
|Sub Category:
|Indigenous Land Use Agreement (ILUA) (Native Title Act)
|Located in the South West region of Victoria
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|Victoria, Australia
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|The Agreement Area includes lands and waters located about 1371 sq km in the south western corner of Victoria between Port Campbell and Torrens Island.
|Legal Status:
|Registered with the National Native Title Tribunal on the Register of Indigenous Land Use Agreements on 25 August 2015. This is a Body Corporate Agreement under the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth).
|Legal Reference:
|National Native Title Tribunal File No.:VI2015/002
|Subject Matter:
|Housing, Construction and Infrastructure | Native Title | Oil and Gas
|Summary Information:
|The Gunditjmara - SEAGAS Port Campbell VIC to Torrens Island SA Pipeline Indigenous Land Use Agreement (ILUA) is a Body Corporate Agreement between:
- Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation;
- Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation; and
- South East Australia Gas Pty Ltd.
The Agreement provides consent for a gas transmission pipeline to be constructed and operated in the Agreement Area.
|Detailed Information:
| Commencement
The Agreement was registered with the Register of Indigenous Land Use Agreements on 25 August 2015.
The Extract does not specify a start or end date for the Agreement.
The Extract does, however, state that the Agreement commences when the last party to the agreement executes and dates the Agreement.
The Agreement will terminate 20 years after the Agreement is registered on 25 August 2015, unless it is otherwise terminated in writing by the parties.
Native Title Provisions
Future Acts
The parties consent to the doing and validation of Future Acts. Further, the parties agree not to challenge the validity of such acts in the future.
The parties agree that any Future Acts that have already taken place prior to registration on 25 August 2015 are validated.
"Future Acts" is defined as those acts necessary or expedient to give effect to the Project, and any act necessary to enable the Project to proceed. Such acts include approvals, the grant and exercise of tenure and any supplementary or ancillary acts necessary for such acts to have full force and effect, or to maintain or develop structures and works comprising the Project.
The Project
South East Australia GaS Pty Ltd proposes to construct, install, operate, maintain, repair, realce and further develop a gas transmission pipeline from Port Campbell in Victoria to Torrens Island in South Australia.
The Project connects existing gas transmission infrastructure in Victoria and South Australia owned and operated by other parties.
The Project includes the arrangement for new tenure that require formalisation prior to the Project proceeding. It is anticipated that these will comprise the grant on behalf of the State of Victoria of a lease, easement, licence or other authority necessary or expedient to enable South East Australia Gas Pty Ltd to undertake the Project under the Pipelines Act 1967.
Native Title in the ILUA Area
The Native Title Holders are defined as the Wik & Wik Way Peoples, being the people determined by the Federal Court of Australia to be the common law holders of native title in certain lands and waters under the Wik Determinations.
Those determinations include the following Approved Determinations of Native Title made by the Federal Court of Australia on:
- 3 October 2000 (Federal Court proceeding QUD6001/98);
- 13 October 2004 (Federal Court proceeding QUD6001/98);
- 29 July 2009 (Federal Court proceeding QUD6029/01); and
- 11 October 2012 (Federal Court proceedings QUD6001/98).
The Native Title Holders are the Gunditjmara People. Two decisions of the Federal Court of Australia recognise their native title rights and interests over areas in the south west of Victoria.
Gunditjmara (Part A) Native Title Determination
On 30 March 2007 the Federal Court of Australia delivered a Consent Determination over almost 140,000 hectares across the southwest of Victoria in favour of the Gunditjmara People.
This area is bounded by the Glenelg River, and to the north by the Wannon River. It covers national parks including the Lower Glenelg National Park, Mt Richmond National Park and Mt Eccles National Park as well as Lake Condah and State Forests including Cobboboonee State Forest, Dunmore State Forest and Hotspur State Forest.
Gunditjmara (Part B) Native Title Determination
On 27 July 2011, the Federal Court of Australia determined that both the Traditional Owners represented by Gunditj Mirring and the Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation are the native title holders for the land between the Shaw and Eumeralla Rivers from Deen Maar (including Yambuk) to Lake Linlithgow. Deen Maar (Lady Julia Percy Island) holds deep and significant cultural association for Traditional Owners.
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Acne Inflammatory Vulgaris: 7 Methods To Clear Up Your Skin - Articles Surfing
Modern treatment methods for inflammatory acne vulgaris take into consideration the trigger factors involved in an individual and the severity of a particular condition. Treatments can range from topical creams, oral tablets and laser therapies. Treatments tend to be continuous, lasting for several weeks before significant improvement is noticed.
The goal of treatments for acne vulgaris include: (a) reducing the redness and inflammation of the skin, (b) killing the bacteria that causes the inflammation and (c) regulating hormones if these are determined to be the cause.
Following are some of the methods for treating inflammatory acne vulgaris.
Antibacterial Soaps
Soaps and facial washes that contain antibacterial ingredients also help fight acne vulgaris but they are often used to supplement other treatments such as topical creams and gels. Antibacterial soaps can vary in strength - some may contain only 2% of the active ingredient while others can contain up to 10%. These soaps are keratolytic, meaning that they have the ability to dissolve the keratin that clogs the pores. They are also antibacterial, effectively killing P.acnes and preventing new lesions from developing.
For mild to moderate acne, exfoliation is sometimes used to help shed dead skin cells to clear up hair follicle openings and prevent the build up of sebum. This helps prevent inflammation and prevents bacteria from accumulating.
Exfoliation is a process that involves shedding the uppermost layer of the skin by using either a mechanical or chemical method. The mechanical method usually utilizes a scrub or cloth that is mildly abrasive. This helps unblock clogged pores and prevent sebum from accumulating. The chemical method usually involves a liquid agent containing either or both glycolic acid and salicylic acid. Of these, dermatologists usually prescribe the chemical method of exfoliation as a treatment for acne vulgaris because rubbing the skin often leads to further irritation.
Benzoyl Peroxide
Benzoyl peroxide is also the active ingredient in topical creams and gels and is probably the most common treatment for inflammatory acne vulgaris. It is a reliable treatment because it is not only a keratolytic, it also acts as an oxidizer so it's similar to mild bleach. These characteristics of benzoyl peroxide make it one of the most popular treatments for acne vulgaris because bacteria do not develop resistance against it.
Cortisone Injections
If an acne vulgaris case involves large pimples or does not respond to treatments, cortisone injections may be used. Cortisone is used directly into the pimples, effectively reducing the redness and swelling within a short period of time. This is often the treatment of choice for patients who do not want the possible scarring that often results from surgery.
Antibiotics like tetracycline, erythromycin and clindamycin may also be prescribed either as topical ointments or as oral medications. They are equally effective, although some patients report some side effects when taking oral antibiotics, such as stomach upset or possible reactions against other medications.
For small areas, such as the face and neck, topical antibiotics may be used. If inflammatory acne vulgaris appears in a much wider area, it may be impractical to use topical antibiotics, so oral antibiotics are prescribed instead. Topical treatments are often used twice daily after washing while oral treatments are taken once or twice daily, depending on the recommendation of the doctor.
Laser Treatment
Laser treatment is often used to minimize the scarring caused by inflammatory acne vulgaris. It can effectively kill bacteria, burn the sebaceous glands to reduce the production of oil and prevent future inflammation by destroying the hair follicle sac. Laser treatments, if used properly by licensed doctors can produce excellent results. Sometimes, it can even show significant improvement in only 1 to 4 treatments. The only drawback is that it causes skin thermal damage, has the risk of producing hyper-pigmentation and is also rather expensive.
Hormonal Regimens
Hormonal treatments in the form of birth control pills with an estrogen/progestogen combination may be effective for some female patients. Other pills containing a combination of estrogen and cyproterone have also been successful in some cases.
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