A Daybook for serious Care Nurses deals daily thought with charges, principles, and scientific guidance. Journaling house allows recording day-by-day meditations and reflections. You ll additionally locate per month essays and medical pearls on subject matters together with Compassion ethical misery management Gratitude beginner nurses What it skill to be a serious care nurse Compiled at the side of the yank organization of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), those entries will inspire and renew, drawing from the deep good of expertise won from existence within the serious care group.
The scientific administration of sufferers with acute mind and spinal wire damage has developed considerably with the arrival of latest diagnostic and healing modalities. Editors Bhardwaj, Ellegala, and Kirsch current Acute mind and Spinal twine harm , a brand new stand-alone connection with support today's neurologists and neurosurgeons preserve abreast of all of the contemporary developments in mind and spinal wire harm.
Small Animal serious Care medication is a complete, concise advisor to severe care, encompassing not just triage and stabilization, but additionally the complete process care throughout the acute scientific drawback and high-risk interval. This clinically orientated guide assists practitioners in delivering the top general of take care of ICU sufferers.
This moment version spans 4 volumes, with significant sections devoted to particular organ platforms. every one significant part includes separate chapters devoted to reviewing the explicit affliction approaches affecting each one organ method. every one bankruptcy concludes with a entire checklist of references, with short, concise comments denoting references of 'special curiosity' and 'of interest'.
This booklet combines transparent explanatory textual content with a wealth of pictures of ECG recordings which will offer an obtainable, up to date resource of knowledge and consultant to interpretation for all pros trying to bring up their services in electrocardiography. ECG effects are offered and mentioned for a variety of stipulations, together with all sorts of arrhythmia, Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome, package department blocks, ischemic cardiomyopathy, atrial and ventricular expansion, pericardial and myocardial illnesses, ailments of the pulmonary flow, and submit pacemaker implantation.
2009). Assessment of Endotracheal Cuff Pressure by Continuous Monitoring: A Pilot Study. American Journal of Critical Care, 18(2), 133-143. February 29 (for leap or intercalary years) "I will never forget the critical care nurses who 'raised' me in the specialty. I can still picture them more than 30 years later. " –Melissa A. Fitzpatrick, RN, MSN 30 Building Better Collaborative Partners True collaboration is how we become full partners. And, to be full partners we must be willing to know what others do.
We also knew that the rewards would be rich and meaningful. In fact, that's what attracted many of us. " –Dorrie Fontaine, RN, DNSc, FAAN February 27 "Like any journey, ours has an origin and a destination. As we forge our path, we will become open to new ideas, to new strategies for care, to seeing ourselves in new ways. " –Michael L. Williams, RN, MSN, CCRN 29 February 28 Clinical Pearl Endotracheal tube cuff pressure is often estimated by palpating the pilot balloon, but studies show this technique is inaccurate, with less than one-third of the pressures within therapeutic range.
Dorrie Fontaine, RN, DNSc, FAAN February 27 "Like any journey, ours has an origin and a destination. As we forge our path, we will become open to new ideas, to new strategies for care, to seeing ourselves in new ways. " –Michael L. Williams, RN, MSN, CCRN 29 February 28 Clinical Pearl Endotracheal tube cuff pressure is often estimated by palpating the pilot balloon, but studies show this technique is inaccurate, with less than one-third of the pressures within therapeutic range. , et al. (2009).


Following the quantum surge, Rhinox emerged in the form of a massive mechanized rhinoceros. He soon discovered that his new beast structure gave him an added conversion: a heavy treaded all-terrain vehicle. To a big, powerful and slow Maximal like Rhinox, the enhanced mobility is like a dream come true. He perfected new battle moves like pulling wheelies and devastating Predacons at high speed. Also, a new animalized robot mode improves his fluidity and skill on the battlefield.
This figure was available in 2000.
Please note, depending on which continuity you follow, Tankor (2000-2014) is sometimes considered a new incarnation of Rhinox. Please see the page for Tankor for all iterations of that character.


This book-length manuscript is a collection of poems. They and it examine ecology as a state of being in and outside the body (or how, if at all, there is a secure distinction), species-based boundaries of the body, obsessions with immunity and chronic illness in biopolitical and gendered societal and perhaps inevitably thus linguistic structures, and what it means to participate in close reading while writing to contribute to the question of ecology as poetry. The central questions are in fact questions: what is the relationship between a deconstructive approach to identity creation and erasure through participation in poetry as a medium, a set of forms, and the site of the body's dilemma?
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What is a "FLASH MOB" you ask? A flash mob is a group of people who secretly organize events or activities in public places. Typically, the do some pre-rehearsed dance or play. These people might not know how many people will show and most of them have no idea who is involved. You might have seen some tv commercials with a guy who gets a message that the flash mob has moved times… only after he has gone through some of his routine.


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Лесли Хоуп (; род. 6 мая 1965, Галифакс, Канада) — канадская актриса, режиссёр, сценарист и продюсер, наиболее известная по ролям на телевидении.

Ранняя жизнь
Лесли Энн Хоуп родилась в Галифаксе, Новая Шотландия. Её дебют на экране состоялся в 1981 году в канадском фильме «Взлёты и падения», а год спустя она окончила St. Michaels University School в Виктории, Британская Колумбия

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Хоуп за свою карьеру снялась почти в ста фильмах и телесериалах. Она, пожалуй, наиболее известна по роли Тери Бауэр, жены главного героя Джека Бауэра (Кифер Сазерленд) в телесериале «24 часа» (2001—2002), а также по роли Тесс Коул в сериале «Река» (2012).

Хоуп в разные годы появилась в таких телесериалах как «Тихая пристань», «Завтра наступит сегодня», «Звёздный путь: Глубокий космос 9», «За гранью возможного», «Справедливая Эми», «Доктор Хаус», «Женщина-президент», «Любовь вдовца», «C.S.I.: Место преступления Майами», «Закон и порядок: Преступное намерение», «Частная практика», «Менталист» и многих других. Кроме этого она снялась в нескольких фильмах, таких как «Мужчины за работой», «Доппельгангер», «Зодчий теней», «Вышибала», «Стрекоза» и «Никогда не сдавайся».

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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/4G: Was this telephoto zoom lens worth the wait?
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by Roger Slavens
posted Tuesday, October 23, 2012 at 11:01 PM EST
Nikon DSLR owners have been longing for an affordable, pro-quality, lightweight 70-200mm telephoto zoom lens -- although affordable is, of course, a relative term. The FX-format AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/4G ED VR telephoto zoom lens, priced at US$1,400, sells for US$1,000 less than the much-beloved AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II. But it's not just the price that's attractive about this new lens.
Smaller and lighter than its older sibling, the AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/4G VR measures 7-inches long (1.1 inch shorter than the f/2.8G) and weighs in at a sprightly 29.3 ounces (more than 1.5 pounds lighter). Equally compelling, Nikon has integrated into the lens a new (third) generation of its Vibration Reduction technology, which the company says provides up to a whopping five stops of image stabilization. So while its constant fixed aperture isn't as large and bright as the f/2.8G, the AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/4G ostensibly makes up for some of the gap by reducing camera shake and blur.
As an FX-format lens, the AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/4G was built to take full advantage of Nikon's full-frame professional and enthusiast DLSRs such as the D4, D800 and new D600. And when mounted on any of these full-frame models, the lens can be used with a Nikon teleconverter to increase focal length to 400mm (via the cameras' cross-type focus points at f/8 and below) without sacrificing AF and VR capabilities, the company claims. The AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm is also completely compatible with Nikon's DX-format (APS-C) consumer and enthusiast DSLRs such as the D7000, D5100 and D3200; the cropped formats, of course, alter the effective zoom range of the lens accordingly.
Constructed from 20 optical elements in 14 groups, the lens includes a Nano Crystal Coat designed to reduce ghosting and flare and improve clarity and contrast. The optics include three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements to minimize chromatic aberration and one HRI (High Refractive Index) element, and the lens features a nine-bladed diaphragm. The AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/4G employs Silent Wave Motor technology that, according to Nikon, delivers quiet and responsive autofocus operation. The lens operates in two focus modes at the toggle of a switch -- A/M (autofocus with manual override) and M (manual focus) -- and also utilizes internal focus, which allows you to focus on subjects without changing the length of the lens.
Nikon expects the AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/4G ED VR to ship in late November at the MSRP of US$1,400. A Tripod Collar -- the RT-1, not included with the lens -- will be available at a yet-to-be-determined date for an MSRP of US$224.
Finally, it appears, Nikon owners no longer have to be jealous of their Canon counterparts who have enjoyed a similar lens -- the Canon 70-200mm f/4L IS USM -- for more than six years. Suffice it to say, we can't wait to get the AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/4G ED VR into the SLRgear lab!
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ADA Lawsuits a Potential Problem for New York City Restaurants
More Than 50 of Manhattan's Most Popular Restaurants Are First on the Investigation List – Will Other Cities/States Follow New York's Example?
Lynn E. Calkins | Rafe Petersen
Having already targeted apartment developers and hotels, this week, the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Preet Bharara, announced a new initiative whereby his office will investigate more than 50 of Manhattan's most popular restaurants to determine whether they are being operated in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Survey Is the First Step; On-site Inspections to Follow
Mr. Bharara's broad investigation is not based on specific complaints against restaurants but will target the most popular restaurants as listed in the 2011 Zagat Guide and will start with a survey to be completed by restaurant owners and operators. The surveys will address a wide number of issues related to whether the restaurant is accessible to persons with disabilities – going beyond what is commonly thought to be the most basic requirements of the ADA. Upon receiving the survey results, investigators will then conduct on-site inspections to confirm survey responses and to evaluate each restaurant's compliance with the ADA. As a result of these investigations, restaurant owners and operators may face further inquiry or civil lawsuits brought by the U.S. Attorney's Office or Department of Justice.
The anticipated lawsuits, like those brought by aggressive plaintiffs' groups, are expected to include demands for compliance agreements which would mandate alterations that exceed the legal requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. For example, lawsuits brought by private plaintiffs' groups have failed to take into consideration whether a building has a historical or landmark status even though the ADA allows consideration of whether an alteration sought could threaten or destroy the significance of historical buildings in violation of state and local law.
Although Mr. Bharara's investigation will target restaurants in New York City, restaurant owners and operators across the country should be on heightened alert for similar investigations and lawsuits.
Holland & Knight lawyers have extensive experience in defending and settling these types of suits as well as providing comprehensive guidance in all Americans with Disabilities Act matters. That experience includes representing restaurants in Manhattan and defending alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the New York City Human Rights law for accessibility design and construction violations in an altered historic building.
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December 6, 2019 By sarah shelters
Archie and Elaine Winton and the 4-H Dairy Program
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Archie and Elaine Winton knew everything about the dairy industry and they enjoyed sharing that knowledge with others throughout their community.
The couple, who married in 1955, both came from a long line of dairy farmers and, together, owned and operated the multi-generational Arlaine Farms in Sinclairville.
In addition to working on the farm and raising a family, Archie and Elaine volunteered with several community organizations. Both were members of the Chautauqua County Farm Bureau and the South Stockton Wayside Chapel, while Archie served on the Agricultural Advisory Board for Cassadaga Valley Central School's Future Farmers of America.
And like many farming families they, and their children, became involved in the local 4-H program. For many years, Elaine even served as leader of the Towerville Tornadoes 4-H Club.
Anna Carlberg presents her calf at the Chautauqua County Fair and earned a ribbon.
"Mom was a fixture at the Chautauqua County Fair and for more than three generations, she could be seen ringside at various dairy and livestock competitions cheering on the young people and keeping track of show results," their son, Jeff Winton, said.
Although Archie passed away in 2000, it wasn't until Elaine's passing in 2018 that her family wanted to do something special to honor their passion for the dairy industry and for educating youth.
The Archie and Elaine Winton Memorial 4-H Dairy Program Fund will provide annual support to the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County 4-H Dairy Program.
"The Dairy Program offers members the opportunity to participate in programs that develop their confidence, critical thinking skills and the value of teamwork," said Kate Ewer, 4-H community educator.
With approximately 65 members in 2019, the Dairy Program offers activities for youth of all ages to learn first-hand about the dairy industry. Dairy Bowl encourages youth to research facts about the industry and near the end of the program, allows them to compete against other 4-H youth in a quiz bowl-type setting while Dairy Judging teaches youth how to evaluate cattle for their best traits.
"Thanks to the dedicated and knowledgeable volunteers, Chautauqua County youth excel in dairy judging," Ewer said. "Many have gone on to compete at the state and national levels."
A new initiative within the Dairy Program is the Dairybuds program where 4-H members ages 5-8 years old are paired with an older 4-H member to learn about dairy cattle, fitting, showmanship and more.
"These relationships encourage our older 4-H youth to volunteer their time as mentors," Ewer said. "It is rewarding to see our members come together to share their knowledge."
According to Jeff, there was no question about the type of organization he and his family wanted to support in his parents' memory.
"In my mom's final days, her wishes were to benefit the local 4-H Dairy Program, a program that benefitted her four sons, several grandchildren and today, her great-grandchildren," he said.
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Cremation is an alternative to the burial process and it is chosen by many people because of religious beliefs or at the request of the person who died. Cremation is generally a less expensive option in comparison to a burial. The remains are placed in a container that is combustible and placed in a special furnace called a cremation chamber or a retort where through intense heat the body is reduced to bone fragments that are then processed to resemble course sand. The cremated remains of an average adult body will weigh about 7-8 pounds. Cremation is not an alternative to a funeral, but rather an alternative to burial or other forms of disposition.
Cremated remains can be scattered or buried, or they may be kept with the family in a decorative urn. There are many new and different ways to dispose of ashes today, cremated remains can be placed in an artificial coral reef in the ocean, they can be launched into space or turned into jewelry.
No, a casket is not required, most crematories require an alternative container constructed of wood or cardboard.
Yes they can; some crematories will allow family members to be present when the body is placed in the cremation chamber. Some religious groups even include this as part of their funeral custom.
While laws vary state by state, for the most part remains can be buried in a cemetery lot or a cremation garden, interred in a columbarium or niche, kept at home or scattered.
All reputable cremation providers have developed rigorous sets of operating policies and procedures in order to maximize the level of service and minimize the potential for human error. Selover Funeral Home endeavors to witness the start of every cremation and make sure the decedent has been issued an individual identification tag that follows the remains through the entire process.
Do I need a Cremation Urn?
A Cremation Urn is not required by law. However, an urn may be desired if there is to be a memorial service or if the remains are to be interred in a cemetery. If an urn is not purchased or provided by the family, the cremated remains will be returned in a temporary plastic container.


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North Carolina State Highway 50 is a state highway that runs from Topsail Beach to Creedmoor. Despite being signed as a north-south highway, NC 50's route east of Raleigh is roughly east-west, spending much of its time running parallel to I-40.
NC 50 enters Wake County from the south following two-lane Benson Road through an unincorporated section of Wake County near the town of Garner. Much of the development along this segment of NC 50 is predominantly residential, with occasional retail. Benson Road travels north to an interchange with US 70, with NC 50 traveling west along US 70 towards US 401. The three highways merge onto South Wilmington Street, carrying them out of Garner and into Raleigh. Less than a mile north, Wilmington Street splits to the northwest as US 70/401/NC 50 continue into Downtown Raleigh via South Saunders Street. The highways follow southbound Dawson and northbound McDowell Streets through Downtown Raleigh, after which they leave Downtown via Capital Boulevard. US 70/NC 50 then follow Wade Avenue to Glenwood Avenue and continue north to Crabtree Valley Mall. NC 50 splits from US 70 at four-lane Creedmoor Road, which serves a mixture of retail and residential development. At I-540, Creedmoor Road's landscape changes from commercial to residential, and the roadway transitions to a two-lane farm-to-market road north of the interchange. At an interchange with NC 98 in unincorporated Wake County, NC 50 passes by the Falls Lake State Recreational Area, with the Creedmoor Road designation terminating at Old Weaver Trail. NC 50 crosses into Granville County, ending at NC 56 in the town of Creedmoor.
NC 50 Corridor Study
A joint venture between the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization, the North Carolina Department of Transportation, Wake and Granville Counties, and the cities of Raleigh and Creedmoor. The study focuses on the stretch of roadway between I-540 in Raleigh and NC 56 in Creedmoor. The ultimate plan will have most of NC 50 north of 540 widened to a four-lane median-divided road, with pedestrian and bicycle facilities available.
The first segment of the widening project, slated to begin property aquisition in 2021 and construction in 2024, covers the segment between I-540 and NC 98. Improvements being considered in addition to the four-lane widening include converting the I-540 interchange into a diverging diamond interchange and constructing superstreet intersections. The project will cost an estimated $92.3 million.
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'Fringe' Science: The Science of Sound In Mind & Body
In an episode of 'Fringe', the team discovered a box that acted as an acoustic weapon. It's not impossible, but it is certainly impractical.
Megan Logan
In the second episode of Fringe's third season, Walter, Peter and Fauxlivia are called to investigate a crime scene that, on the surface, appears to be a robbery, save for a few minor details: the burglars are still in the house, they're frozen in a kind of trance, and whatever they were trying to steal is gone.
The team discovers the stolen object is a box that emits a sound, puts anyone within earshot into a trace, and then, eventually, kills them. The man who stole it was deaf, which explains why he wasn't affected. By shooting a gun near Peter's ears, Walter temporarily deafens him, which allows him to find the box and disable it.
There aren't any real-world killer music boxes that have the ability to put us in a catatonic state before killing us (at least, as far as we know), but sound does have profound effects on our brains and our bodies.
Though it's a long way from a sonic killing machine, one of the most interesting (and somewhat mysterious) examples of the effect of sound on the brain is music.
In his book This Is Your Brain on Music, Daniel J. Levitin explains our interpretation of sound in simple terms, saying, "Sound is transmitted through the air by molecules vibrating at certain frequencies. These molecules bombard the eardrum, causing it to wiggle in and out depending on how hard they hit it (related to the volume or amplitude of the sound) and on how fast they're vibrating (related to what we call pitch)."
He goes on to explain how our brains decipher auditory information to determine where sounds come from and what they mean, and how and why car horns might make us alert while long, slow notes can be calming.
We've broken down our brains and music further, noting that the structure of songs is a big part of what affects our brains so profoundly that it creates a physical response. The secret? Stress.
Song structure and the meaning we put behind certain songs can elicit powerful responses as those molecules bombard our eardrums, giving us goosebumps, sweaty palms and even a dopamine rush.
Levitin expands upon the idea of structure, saying:
"Perhaps the ultimate illusion in music is the illusion of structure and form. There is nothing in a sequence of notes themselves that creates the rich emotional associations we have with music, nothing about a scale a chord, or a chord sequence that intrinsically causes us to expect a resolution. Our ability to make sense of music depends on experience, and on neural structures that can learn and modify themselves within each new song we hear, and with each new listening to an old song."
Though sound has the power to affect our brains so deeply that it can elicit a physical response, the effect that sound can have on our bodies is another matter entirely. Here we're talking not about a neurological response that becomes physical, but the degree to which frequency and volume can affect us on a physiological level.
In an excerpt from his book The Universal Sense: How Hearing Shapes The Mind that appeared on Popular Science, Seth S. Horowitz discusses the physiological effects that sound can have on our bodies. More specifically, he tackles infrasound, or the question of whether or not acoustic weapons are theoretically sound.
Infrasound is low-frequency sound that's below 20Hz, meaning it falls outside of the range of human hearing. Horowitz points out that this sound — like any other kind of sound is going to have some powerful effects once it into high decibel ranges (140 dB and beyond). Though he debunks the existence of some seriously sinister sound studies from a French researcher named Vladimir Gavreau, he explains that infrasound has characteristics that don't totally rule it out as a weapon.
"The low frequency of infrasonic sound and its corresponding long wavelength makes it much more capable of bending around or penetrating your body, creating an oscillating pressure system," says Horowitz. "Depending on the frequency, different parts of your body will resonate, which can have very unusual non-auditory effects."
He uses the example of your eyeballs, which resonate 19Hz. If you were to sit in front of a subwoofer playing a tone at 19Hz and crank it up to 110 dB, you might start seeing some truly bizarre stuff — colored lights and maybe shadowy figures. Even at relatively normal volumes, your eyeballs will begin to twitch at that frequency.
It's not just our eyes, though. Our clumsy flesh containers have all kinds of resonant frequencies. Our skulls (minus the flesh and brains), for example, have acoustic resonances at 9 and 12kHz, 14 and 17kHz, and 32 and 38kHz. For the most part, those frequencies don't require highly specialized equipment to emit. So could they be used as a weapon to make someone's head explode?
Theoretically, maybe, but not at all practically. For a skull that's brains and all, things change.
"In fact, when a living human head was substituted for a dry skull in the same study," says Horowitz, "the 12kHz resonance peak was 70 dB lower, with the strongest resonance now at about 200Hz, and even that was 30 dB lower than the highest resonance of the dry skull. You would probably have to use something on the order of a 240 dB source to get the head to resonate destructively, and at that point it would be much faster to just hit the person over the head with the emitter and be done with it."
Just to illustrate, the highly specialized acoustic test chamber at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center is capable of producing sounds up to 150 dB for severe sound tests like the one administered to the James Webb Space Telescope. So 240 dB? That's crazy high. Not exactly something we might be able to fit into a killer sound box.
Even so, it's abundantly clear that sound can have incredible effects on our bodies, even if said sounds sound silent.


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AIR FORCE VETERAN TURNED COUNTRY MUSIC ARTIST, JOHN EASON,
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NOVEMBER 17, 2020- Houston, TX- Musician, Veteran, and Aspiring Entrepreneur John Eason, joins the roster of Houston, TX-based Diana Darr Media for national representation.
John has spent the better part of 2020 touring across the U.S. promoting his music and the growth of his barbeque sauce line, Renegade BBQ, which has expanded to 4 flavors; Renegade BBQ, Renegade Hot BBQ, Carolina BBQ, and Diablo BBQ. He also recently released a few pieces from his upcoming jewelry collection, which will officially launch in 2021. John hopes to use his ever-growing platform to raise awareness for PTSD, a cause that is close to his heart and stems from his time in the Air Force as a result of his five overseas tours.
Diana Darr Media, founded by Houston-based publicist and entrepreneur Diana Darr, brings years of experience in the entertainment world, representing numerous up-and-coming country music artists and service-based businesses across the U.S. since its inception in 2016. Diana has also served on the planning committee for several country music festivals and serves as an integral part of representing other musicians in partnerships with their management firms.
"After meeting John and getting to know his story, It was a natural fit for us to work together. We're both entrepreneurial-minded and focused on the bigger picture. I am very excited to represent him and introduce his musical talents and other business endeavors to the rest of the world. We're in this for the long-haul!"
- Diana Darr, President/Owner-Diana Darr Media
"When I'm looking for new folks to work with and new team members for this journey, I look for people that I feel are gonna be family. From the moment I spoke with Diana Darr Media, that's how I felt, and I can't wait to start working together!"
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John is currently splitting his time between touring and recording his debut album, and his next single is set to be released in the spring.
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About John Eason
John is a small town Father, Veteran, and Gypsy brought up on gospel and country music. He was born in the small town of Minden, Louisiana, and grew up in Cotton Valley, raised on good manners, good food, and good music. Before venturing into the music industry, he pursued another passion of his as a chef. He attended culinary school and worked in the food industry, which led him to create his own BBQ sauce, Renegade BBQ, and opening his own bakery.
After losing the bakery in hurricane Katrina, John spent 8 years in the Air Force, where he did 5 overseas deployments. As a result, he has PTSD, which he draws inspiration from in his original music. One of his first releases, "Gun From My Hands," is about the invisible scars he carries from it. He hopes to use his platform to raise awareness for PTSD and help others who suffer from it.
When he decided it was time to move to Nashville and pursue his music career, he sold everything he owned and packed what was left in a $750 pickup truck and hasn't looked back since. He pours out music from his soul in hopes it connects with the people who need it. Some folks call his music Country, some call it Outlaw Country, and some call it Southern Rock. He calls it real, and that's the kind of music he wants to make!
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The energy of youth with the experience of age is a lethal combination. - Murad S. Shah
There are three principal means of acquiring knowledge. . . observation of nature, reflection, and experimentation. Observation collects facts; reflection combines them; experimentation verifies the result of that combination. - Denis Diderot
There is only one way in which a person acquires a new idea; by combination or association of two or more ideas he already has into a new juxtaposition in such a manner as to discover a relationship among them of which he was not previously aware.
Since no individual acting separately can lawfully use force to destroy the rights of others, does it not logically follow that the same principle also applies to the common force that is nothing more than the organized combination of the individual forces? - Frédéric Bastiat
Littlewood, on Hardy's own estimate, is the finest mathematician he has ever known. He was the man most likely to storm and smash a really deep and formidable problem; there was no one else who could command such a combination of insight, technique and power. - Henry Hallett Dale
Henry Kissinger may have wished I had presented him as a combination of Charles DeGaulle and Disraeli, but I didn't....out of respect for DeGaulle and Disraeli. I described him as a cowboy because that is how he describes himself. If I were a cowboy I would be offended.
God made man stronger but not necessarily more intelligent. He gave women intuition and femininity. And, used properly, that combination easily jumbles the brain of any man I've ever met. - Farrah Fawcett
Creativity is a combination of discipline and childlike spirit. - Robert Greene
As our own species is in the process of proving, one cannot have superior science and inferior morals. The combination is unstable and self-destroying. - Arthur C. Clarke
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Work and Pray always been a good combination. - Amen Muffler
Marriage was not the combination of two entities into one; it was instead the creation of a third entity whose sole purpose was to sooth and inspire the two individuals. - Christian Cantrell
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There's no such word as genius, it is just the combination of hard work and determination. - Lyza Matociños
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Practical efficiency is common, and lofty idealism not uncommon; it is the combination which is necessary, and the combination is rare - Theodore Roosevelt
Are you so unobservant that you do not yet realize that sanity and hapiness are an impossible combination? - Mark Twain
The doorway to success cannot be opened with a key, but rather a combination
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Fiction is a great combination between experience and imagination. - Desi Puspitasari
Patience, persistence and perspiration make an unbeatable combination for success. - Napoleon Hill
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Mistakes are a combination of your choices and has nothing to do with your capacity. - Bidemi Mark-Mordi
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Concentration comes out of a combination of confidence and hunger. - Arnold Palmer
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He knows that if his father had been a different man, or his mother another women, he would have been the same. He would have lived all his years the same way. They played no part. Any combination would have produced the same result. The same man. - R.A.Lucas
Words only reveal half of your heart. Service defines the other half. Character is the combination of the two. - Shannon L. Alder
William James described success as a combination of two things. An inner ideal which is followed persistently with courage and Outer achievement related to that ideal. - Jim Rohn
Sanity and happiness are an impossible combination. - Mark Twain
The foolishness of youth with the cynicism of age is a dangerous combination. - Murad S. Shah


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Tag Archives: European Intervention Crete
On 14th February 1897, some 1500 men of the Greek army, supported by artillery, landed in the Kolymbari/Platania area of Crete. The incursion of the Greek army into what was then legally Ottoman territory, was a culmination of an increasing amount informal support being given by Greece to Cretan Christian insurgents on the island. Upon the Greek troops' landing, their commander, Colonel Timoleon Vassos, a former Military Attaché to King George I of Greece, read a proclamation declaring that the Island of Crete was henceforth annexed to Greece. The Ottoman response was, for once, measured, and rather than use the landing as an immediate casus belli, the Porte relied instead on the pressure put upon Greece it expected, and received, from the European Powers.
Monument to the arrival of Greek troops. Kolymbari.
Colonel Vassos and his son, Crete 1897.
For several weeks after their landing the Greek troops in Crete appeared to be in a position the threaten to take over either Canea or Candia, the two major towns on the island. However, the arrival in early February of Concert naval forces, which enforced a strict blockade of Crete thus denying Vassos food, supplies and reinforcements, followed in March by significant numbers of Concert ground troops, put an end to any such ambitions. In late March attempts by the insurgents to take the Ottoman held fortress at Kastelli-Kissamos, to the west of Canea, by mining the walls were thwarted by gunfire from H.M.S. Rodney and by the landing of 200 British and 130 Austrian sailors and marines who re-provisioned the garrison and pulled down houses near the fortress in order to prevent further mining attempts.
Meanwhile, Vassos' attempts to move out from his base at Alikianos and on Canea were similarly blocked by the European guns and men occupying Fort Subachi to the west of the town, a force which included a field gun landed from H.M.S. Anson. Simultaneously, the effectiveness of the naval blockade on the Greeks in Crete by denying them food and supplies was illustrated when, during a visit to Vassos' camp by Mrs Laura Ormistan-Chant, the leader of six English nurses who had gone to Greece intent on providing nursing services to the Greek army, food was so scarce that Mrs Chant offered to return to Canea and return with a cargo of flour, an offer declined by Vassos. 'Finding the wounded in Colonel Vassos' camp either well, dead or on the high road to recovery, Mrs Chant determined to return to Athens'. (Ironically, the well-being of the Greek soldiers was in part attributable to the Powers allowing the landing of Doctors and medical supplies under the flag of the Red Cross. )
Colonel Vassos receiving despatches at Alikianos. Illustrated London News 24 April 1897.
Colonel Vassos' Head Quaters, Alikianos. Illustrated London News, 24 April 1897.
The threat from Greek troops to the European forces in Crete finally came to an end following the catastrophic Greek defeat in the 'Thirty Days War' which broke out on April 18th, when, following large-scale Greek incursions into Ottoman Macedonia, the Ottoman Empire declared war on Greece. The Ottoman army roundly defeated the Greek army and were in a position to march on Athens more or less unopposed before an armistice was imposed by pressure from the Concert. However, having won the war, the Ottoman Empire decisively lost the peace, it was not permitted to retain the land it had occupied; the Concert, still seeking to maintain stability in the region, dictated that Greece, though the initiator of hostilities, should not forfeit any significant territory and should pay a relatively modest indemnity. The terms of the armistice and eventual peace settlement did however, included the Greek renunciation of the annexation of Crete and the immediate withdrawal of all Greek troops and guns from the island.
Vassos and four of his officers left the island on 9th May, Greek forces finally being evacuated, with the assistance of the European navies who ferried Greek troops to waiting Greek merchant vessels, by the end of May. Over time, the presence on the island of the Greek troops, coupled with their impotence, had made them an embarrassment to many of the Greek population; on Vassos' return to Greece 'although received with respect and a mellow admiration for his romantic adventures in Crete, he was not … the popular hero he would have been a few weeks before.'
The evacuation appeared to have gone without too much difficulty. On 14th May Captain Sir Richard Poore R.N,, H.M.S Hawke, reported that the British embarked from Platania 445 men under the command of Colonel Zavellos, on board the Greek Transport steam-ship Era:
1 regiment of infantry (officers and men)………..120
1 regiment of engineers (officers and men)………250
1 detachment of Greek volunteers……………………. 75
(Also two horses and men's accoutrements)
On the same date the Greek war-ship Paralos, under escort by the Russian war-ship Grosiastchy embarked a company of engineers, 74 men, from Atki. The Greek merchant ship Lauiron, which had to be filled with coal from H.M.S. Hawke, was sent under escort by the Austro-Hungarian Torpedo Cruiser S.M.S. Tiger, to Sphakia to collect a store of ammunition said to be there, it being deemed unwise to leave it in the hands of the local population. 20 engineers from Atki were sent to carry out this task.
The Commander of the Greek forces in Platania, Staikos (rank unknown), initially declined to embark further men without authority from the Greek government. However, apparently after being shown a copy of the Greek translation renouncing the annexation, a document kept secret until the troops had embarked, he eventually agreed to do so.
On 18 May, the Laurion returned from Sphakia with one officer, 9 infantrymen, 800 cases of rifle ammunition, 14 cases of field gun ammunition and 42 bags of 'boots and medical stores'. The following day boats from the Concert ships Hawke, Chazny, Re Umberto, Groziastchy and Tiger embarked more men to the Greek steamer Thespes. These numbered:
Artillerymen……………………………. 91
Infantry……………………………………441
Greek volunteers……………………..150
Plus Six guns, 12 horses, 53 mules, 82 cases of field gun ammunition and 62 packages of pack saddles and harnesses.
Captain Poore indicated that some 400 Greek soldiers remained at Alikanos awaiting evacuation, and later the commander of the Greek forces had give his word to Poore that when the final evacuation took place, all artillery, including that supposedly owned by the Cretan Christian insurgents, would be removed from the island. However, the British archives are silent on exactly when the final men and guns departed.
French sailors evacuating Greek troops Platania. L'Illustration, 5 June 1897.
French troops evacuating Greek soldiers. L'Illustration, 5 June 1897.
Russian sailors evacuating Greek mules Platania. L'Illustration, 5 June 1897.
During the process of embarkation, the British commander, Captain Poore, became aware that the Greeks had some 40 or so Ottoman prisoners under guard, presumably those Ottoman soldiers captured at Malaxa and during other incidents, whom they wished to take with them to Greece. The demand to take them to Greece was refused and after a brief sojurn on the Thespes, the prisoners were released and transferred to European vessels.
Wounded Ottomans troops at Alikianos. Illustrated London News, 24 April 1897.
Ottoman prisoners from Malaxa at Alikianos. Illustrated London News, 24 April 1897.
In the end, the landing of the Greek troops on Crete did little to assist the cause of enosis. The Greek government had somewhat misguidedly sent sufficient men to nearly start a war with the Ottoman forces on Crete, but far too few to have any conceivable prospect of winning such a conflict. When the Powers had made their position of tentative support for the maintenance of some form of Ottoman presence on the island clear, the fate of Vassos' expedition was sealed. Their only allies were Cretan Christian insurrectionists who, whoever good they may have deemed themselves to be in guerrilla warfare, were no match for trained European troops backed by overwhelming naval gunpower. With no prospect of reinforcement, outnumbered by superior Concert forces, let alone Ottoman forces, and suffering from the effects of the Concert embargo, the Greeks were in effect prisoners on the island and could play no significant part in the unfolding diplomatic efforts to find a resolution to the Cretan problem.
This entry was posted in Cretan Rebels and tagged Colonel Vassos, Crete 1897, European Intervention Crete, Greek army Crete 1897, Greek Evacuation Crete 1897, H.M.S. Anson, HMS Hawke on May 9, 2019 by Mick McT.
On 17th July 1899, a number of British newspapers carried similar, if not identical, reports from Reuters:
'European Affray in Crete
Two Soldiers Killed.
Canea July 15 [1899]
An affray occurred last evening between parties of French and Italian soldiers, in which two men were seriously wounded on each side. In the course of the night one of the Frenchmen died and one of the Italians. Two other less serious collisions occurred in which a third Italian soldier was injured. Owing to the cordial co-operation of the officers and the Consuls-General of the two nationalities order was promptly restored, and the Italian and French troops are now confined to their respective quarters.
The funeral of the French soldier killed in the affray on Friday last, took place last evening, and that of the Italian this morning. The Consuls and commanding officers of both countries were present. There was an exchange of wreaths and of sympathetic and regretful expressions. The wounded men are doing well.'[1]
The incident of July 1899 wasn't the last time French and Italian troops came to blows on Crete. on 14th May 1903 the London Evening Standard reported under the headline Military Riot in Crete:
'Canea May 6 [1903].
The brawl which took place in a café between French and Italian soldiers, and resulted in several men being wounded, has had no further consequences. At a Review of the International troops on Prince George's fete-day, Colonel Destolle, the commander, formed the French and Italian contingents in a square, and addressed them as follows:-
"Two days ago I addressed you as your chief. Today I wish to speak to you as your father, for I really represent the absent fathers of all of you. The incidents which have occurred have caused me deep grief. I have nod doubt that you have all repented of a moment of misconduct, and that like good soldiers you will make a point of following and perpetuating the sentiments which have always formed a link between French and Italian soldiers. In the presence of your flags, which have often floated side by side on the field of honour, I appeal to you to promise me to live together henceforth on the terms of brotherly friendship which have always united you."
The bugles then sounded and the French and Italian flags were crossed, and the men were dismissed shouting "Long Live France!" "Long Live Italy!"'[2]
Funeral of an Italian soldier killed in a fight (brawl) in Canea. Date unknown.
The illustration shows the funeral of an Italian soldier in Canea. While there is no date on the illustration, the flag of the Κριτικη Πολιτεια flying alongside the Italian flag indicates that the funeral took place after late December 1898. The caption states that the soldier being buried was killed in either a brawl or a fight, depending on the translation service used, in Canea. There's nothing in the caption to indicate that he was killed as a result of any Cretan activity. All in all, this would suggest the illustration is of the funeral of the soldier killed in the brawl in 1899.
(A trawl through British archives suggests that only one Italian soldier was killed 'in action' on Crete; that incident occurring in Kampanos in January 1906 during mayoral elections.[3] This resulted in the Italians, having failed to receive an indemnity from the Cretan Government, seizing the Customs houses in Paleochora, Kastelli Kissamos and Kolymbari.[4])
[1] Morning Post Monday 17 July 1899, p.5.
[2] London Standard Thursday 14 May 1903, p.5.
[3] London Standard Thursday 18 January 1906, p.9.
[4] Morning Post. Monday 29 January 1906, p.9.
This entry was posted in European Intervention Crete and tagged Crete 1899, Crete 1903, Crete 1906, European Intervention Crete, French troops Crete, Italian troops Crete 1899, Italian troops Crete 1906 on January 30, 2019 by Mick McT.
While the European Intervention in Crete was carried out for serious political purposes, the seriousness of the situation did not preclude the Powers throwing the occasional party.
The British celebrated Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee on 22nd June 1897 with a military parade in Candia, the principle British base, and a reception there in the evening. At the reception it was reported by Sir Alfred Biliotti, the British Consul, to Sir Philip Currie, his superior in Constantinople, that the Seaforth Highlanders 'executed national dances' to the apparent satisfaction of the audience.[1] Quite how satisfied the audience actually were at the sight of kilted Highlanders dancing is not recorded. Nor is it recorded that the British troops were given any souvenirs of the event.
Seaforth Highlanders 'execut[ing] national dances.' Undated photograph.
The Austro-Hungarian and German forces on the other hand did appear to produce mementoes of the celebrations held in honour of their Monarchs. On 18th August 1897, a birthday party was held in Canea to celebrate the birthday of Kaiser and King Franz Josef I, his 67th, and on 27th January the following year a party held to celebrate the birthday of Kaiser Wilhelm II, his 39th. Souvenir cards were produced for both events, presumably to be given to those who participated. Unfortunately, it's not known apparent whether or not the Austro-Hungarian and German troops were amongst the recipients.
K & K Franz Josef birthday party souvenir
As well as an image of the Monarch and an overview of Canea harbour, the Austro-Hungarian souvenir features photographs of the Austro-Hungarian Consulate at Halepa, barracks at Canea and Suda and the Armoured Cruiser S.M.S. Kaiserin und Königin Maria Theresia.
Kaiser Wilhelm birthday party souvenir.
In contrast to the Austro-Hungarian card which was clearly produced for the occasion and features images specific to the Austro-Hungarian presence on Crete, the German card has nothing specifically 'German' about it. It is apparently a generic commercial souvenir postcard, overprinted with the souvenir declaration. The only images which could be said to relate to the German presence on the island are of groups of International troops. The definition on the image of the troops is insufficient to allow identification of German troops, although Italian, Montenegrin and Scottish troops can be made out, albeit with difficulty.
Original version of Kaiser Wilhelm birthday party souvenir.
One hope the German Consulate, or whoever decided on the card, were congratulated on their thrift.
[1] National Archive, Foreign Office FO 195/1983, From Crete. Sir Alfred Biliotti to Currie 24 June 1897.
This entry was posted in European Intervention Crete and tagged Austro Hungarian troops in Crete 1898, Crete 1897, Crete 1898, Emperor Franz Josef's birthday 1897, European Intervention Crete, German troops in Crete 1898, Kaiser Wilhelm's birthday 1898, Seaforth Highlanders on January 27, 2019 by Mick McT.
Rear Admiral Hincke and Djavad Pasha.
Admiral Hinke, shown in the photograph above, was the Rear Admiral in command of the Austro-Hungarian force which landed on Crete in February 1897. The force initially consisted of the battleship Kronprinzessin Stephanie, the armoured cruiser Maria Theresia, the torpedo cruisers Tiger, Leopard, and Sebenico, along with three destroyers and eight torpedo boats.[1]
The Austro-Hungarian contribution to the Intervention forces was withdrawn in March 1898.
Djevad Pasha (Ahmed Cevad Pasha).
'Djevad Pacha', also known as Ahmed Cevad Pasha, was the Ottoman Military commander of Crete from July 1897 to October 1898, so the photograph must have been taken between his arrival there and the Austro-Hungarian departure in March 1898.
SMS Kronprinzessin Erzherzogin Stephanie
SMS Tiger
SMS Kaiserin und Königin Maria Theresia
SMS Sebenico
[1] The Naval Policy of Austria-Hungary 1867 – 1918. Navalism, Industrial Development, and the Politics of Dualism. Lawrence Sonhaus, Purdue University Press, 1994.
This entry was posted in European Intervention Crete and tagged Austro-Hungarian Navy Crete 1897, Crete 1897, Crete 1898, Djevad Pasha, European Intervention Crete, Rear Admiral Hinke, SMS Kronprinzessin Stephanie, SMS Maria Theresia, SMS Sebenico, SMS Tiger on January 9, 2019 by Mick McT.
The truth of Knossos revealed…… it's all a fake!
In June 1909 British troops were preparing to leave Crete. In the midst of their preparations for departure at least one of them, quite possibly a member of 2/Devonshires, found the time to visit Knossos. Unfortunately for the future Cretan tourist industry, he was less tham impressed – as this postcard he sent to his father shows.
Knossos. Behaeddin photograph 201.
Knossos. Postcard 1909.
The ruins of Knossos are about 4 ½ miles from here. I have been over them but don't think them very remarkable, but perhaps I am not a judge of such things. To me the greater part of it looked as though it had been faked up a lot. Hope you are all A1 at home. How are the Gardens now?
This entry was posted in British Army in Crete and tagged 2/Devonshire Crete 1909, British troops in Crete 1909, Crete 1909, European Intervention Crete on September 14, 2018 by Mick McT.


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Making Up Stereotypes
Sarah Jenson, Staff Writer
Anyone who's agonized over first day of school outfits understands the intense struggle of people judging you based on your exterior. You instinctively know which outfit will get people to think you're a rebel, which will make people think you're a nerd, and which will make you seem unapproachable. You know how much makeup to put on so people will still talk to you, but they know they have to win over your affection. There are endless, illogical conclusions drawn from people's outward appearance. Apparently your choice of clothing and makeup say more about your personality than anything else.
We see girls wearing no makeup and immediately assume they're socially awkward and spend the afternoon with their twenty cats. We see girls with a full face of makeup, contour and eyebrows-on-fleek, and assume they are deeply insecure and desperately want a boy. Not once does it cross our mind that maybe, just maybe, she wears makeup because she genuinely likes makeup, or she doesn't put on mascara every morning because makeup doesn't appeal to her.
Sometimes it feels like females only have two options: boy-hungry girl with insecurity issues or nerdy girl with no social skills. This debacle begs the question: Why does it matter? What is it about makeup and clothing that reveals more about a person than just their fashion choices?
Yes, first impressions are important, and normally hold some truth. It's virtually impossible to meet someone new for the first time and not make some judgments based on their appearance. But, just because it's natural to determine a person's personality by their outward appearance, doesn't mean it's right.
We've all heard the adage to not judge a book based on its cover. Apparently, though, makeup is exempt from the no-judging rule. Girls are constantly told to love themselves and that they don't need makeup to be beautiful. They're told that guys don't like girls who wear a lot of makeup (as if that's even true), and there's not a person that hasn't heard the sadistic line, "Take a girl out swimming on the first date to see her face melt off."
Of course, no one thinks that teenage girls don't actually wear makeup for boys at all. Crazy idea here, but maybe not everything girls do is in response or done to get a response from their male counterparts. Girls can wear makeup because they like makeup, and girls can choose not to wear makeup because they don't like makeup.
It shouldn't be an issue if a high school girl never wears makeup. It doesn't mean she's not a flirt, it doesn't mean she doesn't like talking to people, and it certainly isn't anything to base her characteristics off of.
Francois Nars, founder of a French cosmetic company, said about makeup, "…truly modern makeup is the freedom to be yourself, to express who you are." Marilyn Monroe, on the other hand said, "A smile is the best makeup any girl can wear." Obviously, there's not a good answer to whether wearing makeup is good or not. Some people use makeup as an outlet of expression, but it surely isn't the only way a girl can express herself.
All in all, if wearing a full face of makeup and owning sixty different shades of eyeshadow makes someone happy, be a decent person, and don't tell them they don't need makeup. If wearing absolutely no makeup and not knowing what to do with an eye lash curler makes someone happy, be a decent person, and don't tell them that they really should think about wearing some makeup. Let people do what makes them happy without fear of others first-class snobbery. It's that simple.
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This is a biography of John P. Holland, whose technological innovations led to the launching of the first modern submarine in May 1897. The work draws on diaries and papers to trace the inventor's eventful life, including frustration with the US Navy and the eventual loss of his company.


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Stepping Back in Time to Teach Medicine
From left: Yvonne Spreckels, Director, Community Relations, SBUMC; Theodore Gabig, Acting Director, SBU Cancer Center; Rose Cardin, Associate Director of Nursing and Service Line Administrator for Cancer Services; Kara Hahn, President, Civic Association of the Setaukets and Stony Brook; Gloria Rocchio, WMHO President; Anna Kerekes, WMHO Trustee; Olga Belleau, V.P., State Bank of Long Island; and Michael Hayman, Associate Director for Research, SBU Cancer Center.
Stony Brook medical students are stepping out of their 21st-century medical training into the garb and ways of the 18th century to teach elementary school students about the history of American medicine from the late 1700's to today. They will teach through the lens of the life of Dr. Samuel Thompson, a self-educated 18th-century physician, at his home, the Ward Melville Heritage Organization's (WMHO) 300-year-old Thompson House.
Developed by WMHO and Stony Brook University Medical Center, the on-site interactive program is designed to spark students' interest in the fields of science, research, and medicine. Called "Medicine: Past, Present, and Future," the program combines the historical expertise of the WMHO staff with the knowledge of 21st-century medicine via the medical students. While geared toward fourth to seventh grade students, the program can be adapted for adults as well and is available for groups by appointment year-round.
SB medical students teach the 1.5-hour program in the first person as Dr. Thompson's apprentice. Children are first brought back to 1789, when Dr. Thompson used a mortar and pestle in his kitchen to grind an assortment of herbs as medicines. The other rooms of the Thompson House (c. 1709) are used to bring students through the centuries to learn about how medical practices changed.
Students also become part of the program as "patients" of the apprentice while learning about illnesses of the past, such as yellow fever and consumption. Dr. Thompson's apprentice demonstrates how a broken leg was set on one of the "patients" in 1789 and how the techniques change through the centuries, culminating in the current methods by way of a demonstration on Smart Board Technology in the 21st century room.
"This program is going to be a fun way give back to the Long Island community, while at the same time learn about the history of medicine and how we as a society have evolved to practice the way we do today," said Pyranka Relan, a second-year medical student and one of approximately 10 SB med students who will serve as program educators.
Enhancing the educational program is information about the life of Dr. Thompson, who was an American patriot, lived in the house in the 1700s, practiced as a physician and may have even treated some member of George Washington's Spy Ring. Dr. Thompson was also a farmer and prestigious leader of the Setauket community.
Coinciding with the 300th anniversary celebration of the Thompson House and program launch was a check presentation by the WMHO to SBUMC for $50,000—proceeds from the 2009 Walk for Beauty, Walk for Life. Co-sponsored by the WMHO and SBUMC, the Walk for Beauty raises funds for breast and prostate cancer research.
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Are you searching for your next home by elementary school options? Here is a quick run down of the homes currently available within the Flynn Park Elementary School boundary in University City. Currently there are 20 homes available priced between $209,900-$750,000. Here is the list as of January 6, 2013.


HTM is the largest property manager in Niseko, through its Niseko Central portfolio and ski-in ski-out hotels under management including Ki Niseko and Skye Niseko. HTM manages over 1500 pillows in over 750 bedrooms; 350 units throughout more than 40 buildings. In addition, HTM also manages GoSnow ski school, SkyExpress and Sprint Taxi transport services, as well as local news and information source, Experience Niseko magazine and its digital portal.


The Friends of Lead Church was formed in 1980 by a group of individuals who were all interested in saving St Mary's Church Lead from deriliction. At the time the Church was in need of repair and the Friends group, led by Lady Jessie Clegg, campaigned for Lead Church to be taken under the control of The Redundant Churches Fund (now The Churches Conservation Trust). Lady Clegg was the chair of The Friends of Lead Church from 1990 until her death in 2010.
The Friends of Lead Church organise events throughout the year, to raise funds for The Churches Conservation Trust. The Annual Service, which is open to everyone, is held in May, and there is also a Carol Singing event held in December.
Lady Clegg was one of the founder members of the Friends of Lead Church, and in the 1980's she and other members of the group campaigned to have St Mary's Church, Lead, brought into the care of The Redundant Churches Fund, now The Churches Conservation Trust. Lady Clegge continued to be the driving force behind the friends group until her death in January 2010. In May 2011 the Friends of Lead Church planted a Hawthorn Tree in the Church Garden in celebration of Lady Clegg.
The Friends of Lead Church are supported by Towton Battlefield Society and their re-enactment group, The Frei Compagnie. Towton Battlefield Society have events on Palm Sunday and throughout the year, at The Crooked Billet Pub, across the road from St Mary's Church Lead.


Every second, the Sun converts 657 million tons of hydrogen into helium.
That powerhouse makes wind and weather on Earth, shapes our landscapes and lets life live on it.
It took the light 8 minutes to travel the 150 million kilometres (93 206 000 miles) to our 1000mm lens.
Giant red sun rises behind silhouette of gum tree.
Among our landscapes and photos of nature you will find some animal photography.
We hope, over time, to cover much more.
Uluru – Kata Tjuta National Park.
Inscribed on the World Heritage List since 1987 for its unique natural and cultural values.
The park represents a cross section of central Australia's arid ecosystem. It is inhabited by one of the few hunting and gathering cultures remaining in the world.
Uluru's famous red glo is helped by the countless tiny quartz particles in the rock. They hold a mirror to the sun.
A little haze helps. It filters out the short wave of the spectrum, the blues, so the rock can bathe in, and reflect, mainly red.


The proportion of households cancelling traditional TV services in favour of exclusive SVoD use is on the rise, according to the latest Ampere Analysis research.
Ampere's report shows that the US is the largest market, with 10.4 per cent of the country using SVoD services exclusively.
Denmark is a close second with ten per cent, whilst Germany currently has the fastest-growing market.
The UK, perhaps surprisingly, has a low count of SVoD-only homes.
"SVoD-only homes are a growing and significant market segment across all markets, but perhaps more interesting is the growth in the bundling of multiple SVOD services by consumers," said Guy Bisson, research director at Ampere Analysis.


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Les Pujols (okzitanisch Les Pujòls) ist eine französische Gemeinde mit  Einwohnern (Stand: ) im Département Ariège in der Region Okzitanien liegt. Die Gemeinde gehört zum Arrondissement Pamiers und zum Kanton Pamiers-2. Die Einwohner werden Pujolais genannt.

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Les Pujols liegt etwa neun Kilometer ostsüdöstlich von Pamiers. An seiner östlichen Gemeindegrenze mündet der Douctouyre in den Grand Hers. Les Pujols wird umgeben von den Nachbargemeinden Saint-Amadou im Norden, Saint-Félix-de-Tournegat im Nordosten, Vals im Osten, Rieucros im Osten und Südosten, Les Issards im Südosten, Arvigna im Südosten und Süden, Coussa im Süden und Südwesten, Verniolle im Südwesten und Westen sowie La Tour-du-Crieu im Westen und Nordwesten.

Im Gemeindegebiet liegt der Flugplatz Les Pujols.

Bevölkerungsentwicklung

Sehenswürdigkeiten
 (Wehr-)Kirche Saint-Blaise, Ende des 13., Anfang des 14. Jahrhunderts wohl umgebaut, Glockenmauer bereits 1333
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CSUN Art Galleries, Northridge, California
Review by David S. Rubin
Mark Steven Greenfield, "Mississippi Cookout," 2018, gold leaf and acrylic on wood panel, 24 x 18". Courtesy of CSUN Art Galleries
Continuing through March 14, 2020
Although Mark Steven Greenfield and Mark Dean Veca are best known as figurative artists, curator Betty Ann Brown observes that both are also abstract mark makers. To illustrate her point, Brown assembled this first rate collection of works by the two artists from the past decade, allowing us to compare and contrast their approaches to mark making as a vehicle for reinterpreting historical or media imagery. Additionally, each artist created a new site-specific wall drawing.
As an extension of his ongoing meditation practice, Greenfield incorporates automatic drawings of calligraphic patterns into his compositions with the goal of diffusing his sensitive subject matter, racial stereotyping. Calling the allover patterns "mental maps," he views them as representing the subconscious, with white energy bursts within them considered quiet mantras, states of solitude that tone down his jarring imagery. Such references to cosmic space are subtle reminders that present day challenges may seem less threatening when viewed within the context of the expansiveness of the space-time continuum.
The latter concept is particularly evident in Greenfield's portraits of historic African American entertainers who were forced to wear blackface so as to conform to a black stereotype favored by the white audience. With their faces made entirely of black calligraphic marks, the white of the paper within and around them can be interpreted as the collective unconscious, the matrix of interconnectivity. In a series of small paintings that invert the historical roles of whites and blacks, mark making plays a supporting yet no less significant role. Centered in each work is a depiction of an Old Master Madonna and Child tondo where the principals are black rather than Caucasian. Historical reversal also occurs in scenes behind the figures, among them a Confederate house set aflame and a Klansman burning at the stake. To counter the depicted violence in each work, Greenfield painted sumptuous gold leaf backgrounds with centered vertical arrangements of his characteristic mantra emblems.
Veca's mark making takes the form of a personal calligraphy that blends elements of two graphic styles, cartoonish curves and hatching common to traditional printmaking. Using this idiosyncratic hybrid language to render images of advertising mascots, cartoon characters, and historical textile motifs, Veca recontextualizes familiar pop imagery, forcing a reevaluation of our preconceptions of each subject.
In large-scale paintings of advertising icons Tony the Tiger and Charlie Tuna, Veca employs symbolic color and details. Tony appears against a background painted in an acerbic yellow that symbolizes the overabundance of sugar and corn syrup consumed by the kids who regularly eat Kellogg's Frosted Flakes. The background for Charlie is a hot vermillion, representing the high mercury levels in tuna. In both works, Veca depicts the mascot's innards as made up of wormlike creatures, suggesting that the Tony and Charlie animated characters have themselves suffered the health detriments of the products they champion. A separate series can be enjoyed for pure optical pleasure. Three paintings of R. Crumb's "Mr. Natural" set in motion like spinning discs are trippy depictions that wonderfully personify the spirit of Zap Comix.
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Posted by Beth in Book List, Top Ten.
Making a list of my favorite titles of 2014 really brings to light one thing about me; I love to laugh. I'm a firm believer that laughter is the best medicine, and throughout a very busy, sometimes overwhelming year, I've been desperate to get in all the laughs I can. Most of these titles are comical, one serious, and one is a little dark.
The Rosie Project was a hilarious story about a hyper intelligent professor and his search for a significant other.
This book was very entertaining when read aloud. I ended up buying it as a gift for my nieces and nephews, and for my friend's first grade classroom.
Amy Poehler is my hero. Not only do I think she is very funny, but she is also incredibly inspiring. She's the type of woman who doesn't accept failure as a failure, but as an opportunity to learn and grow. I appreciate that Poehler was able to share her story while respecting the intimate privacy of her family.
My husband and I listened to this audiobook on our way home from a cross-country trip. Not only was Jim Gaffigan full of his usual comedic wit, but it also offered insight into his daily life, living in a two bedroom apartment in New York City with his wife and their many children.
This book was inspiring and motivating. I found Sandberg's advice on being willing to take risks, and not be afraid to ask for what you want or need in a professional environment.
I'd like to be Tina Fey when I grow up, or at least meet her.
This novel was a reminder that even the coldest hearts can be thawed with a little compassion.
Klosterman visited the locations where rock stars died. It was an entertaining read about pop culture, past loves, and his experience in life.
This was a hilarious collection of short stories, though not for the easily offended.
I'm a big fan of the TV series Dexter, so after the show ended I had no choice but to find another route to get my Dexter fix. The Dexter book series is similar to the television show, though the plot lines blur and different characters die.


The start of this New Year has me reflecting and thinking about my goals for 2017. And no, these goals are not any kind of resolutions or empty "new year, new me" promises that are bound to fail from the start. However, they are goals that I have purposefully and mindfully set in order to realize my true potential and become my best self. They are milestones that I have set for myself to achieve, grow with, and learn from, and I can't wait to start going down the list and checking them off! They include, but are not limited to: competing in my first coffee competition, traveling to Guatemala on my first coffee origin trip, taking the dogs for more walks, and visiting at least three state parks with Mike that we've never been to before.
All in all, I anticipate that this year will be a year of exploration—and I'm ready for the adventure! Along with this adventure, this year, my goal is to share at least one recipe (or food/beverage-related blog post) each week. Although I've been notoriously bad about keeping up with my blogging in the past, I'd like 2017 to be the year that that changes.
To kick it off, I'm sharing one of my favorite go-to recipes. It's good on its own or topped with goodies, and it's sure to stick to your ribs—perfect for a Wisconsin winter or a hot summer—it's Creamy Mashed Potatoes! These versatile mashed potatoes are quick and simple, and you'll be wondering why they weren't in your repertoire sooner. So grab a few spuds and put some hot water on for mashed potatoes to remember.
And cheers to your best year yet!
To start, thoroughly wash the potatoes, ensuring that all of the dirt is removed from their skin. Set two potatoes aside. Peel the remaining two potatoes and discard of their excess skin. Rinse the peeled potatoes once more. Cut all four potatoes into cubes no larger than 2 inches.
Bring 2-3qts of water (or enough water to cover the potatoes) to boil in a 4qt pan. Add a dash of salt. Place cubed potatoes in boiling water. Reduce heat to medium-high. Cook about 15 minutes, or until potato falls off of fork when you poke it. Turn off the heat on the burner. Drain the water from the potatoes and return pan with potatoes to the warm burner. Add the butter, cream cheese, and milk. Smash with mashed potato smasher or spoon until mixed. For chunkier potatoes, make sure to not over-smash. Add salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix with spoon until blended. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to one week. Enjoy!


Betty A. Brandt, 95, of Waukon died Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at Good Samaritan Center in Waukon. Funeral services were held Tuesday, February 5 at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Waukon with Fr. Mark Osterhaus officiating. Burial was at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Waukon.
Elizabeth "Betty" Byrnes Brandt was born February 21, 1923 in Jefferson Township, Allamakee County, the daughter of John Francis and Eleanor Link Byrnes. She grew up on the family farm and was baptized and confirmed at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Waukon. In 1940, she graduated from Waukon High School and April 22, 1946, Betty married Kenneth "Cod" Brandt at the St. Patrick rectory.
For the next 30 years, she and Cod raised five children and ran the DX Stations in Waukon. After Cod's retirement, Betty and Cod managed the St. Vincent de Paul store in Waukon for 25 years. An accomplished baker and cook, she made great bread, pies and cookies. Betty and her family also worked with Rich Schulte to establish the annual Thanksgiving Day community meal at the Vet's Club. Betty was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and a lifelong Chicago Cubs fan; she also enjoyed working in her vegetable garden.
Betty is survived by her five children: Julie Brandt of Cary, NC, Thomas (Linda) Brandt of Minneapolis, MN, Paul (Karen) Brandt of Kalona, Mark (Jennie) Brandt of Minneapolis, MN and Matt (Mary Kay) Brandt of Cedar Rapids; her grandchildren: Dana Lorelle, Tara and Luke Wind, Tova Brandt, Kirsten Hensley, and Tony, Adam, Nate, Hannah, Peter, Stephen, Joe and Rachel Brandt; 13 great-grandchildren; a sister, Loretta Tressel of Richfield, MN; and a brother, James Byrnes of Waukon. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cod, in 2011; two sisters, Edna Barrell and Lorna Wilson; and a brother, Leo Byrnes.
Casketbearers were her grandchildren. Online condolences may be left at www.martinfunerals.com.


An adjustable shelving system can really transform the way a room looks, making it look quite open and modern with the flexible positioning of the shelves. Today's featured workspace has a Mondrian-like arrangement to the shelves and looks like a bright and colorful place to get things done.
The office was designed by Jeremy Levine. The stacks of books, the light-colored wood, the long horizontal lines of the shelves, and the bold colors of the key accessories really tie the room together. Plus, there's so much awesome natural light.


Researchers at the University of California at San Diego (UCSD) surveyed more than 300 HIV-positive people about their overall health, behaviours and activity, including exercise habits. Additionally, participants underwent complex assessments of their brain health. The researchers found that participants who reported that they exercised had about 50% less neurocognitive impairment than participants who reported not exercising. Future clinical trials with supervised exercise are needed to help doctors determine the amount of exercise needed to prevent or reverse the decline of the brain among HIV-positive people.
Researchers recruited 335 HIV-positive adults for this study.
Participants also underwent neurocognitive assessments.
Researchers assessed participants' health and their use of substances and checked for the presence of mood disorders. In some cases, researchers also accessed medical records to check lab test results and for the presence of other conditions.
"Significantly more formal education, [were less likely to have been diagnosed with AIDS], higher current CD4+ counts, [were less likely to be depressed] and [had better overall physical health]."
Overall, more participants who did not exercise in the past three days were significantly likely to have neurocognitive impairment (31%) compared to people who did exercise (16%).
It seems obvious that some of the study's findings could have been affected by factors that were not measured or that were not adjusted for in the researchers' comparisons and calculations. For instance, it is possible that people who have more years of education could be expected to exercise more regularly and this could have inadvertently biased researchers' interpretations of their findings.
Furthermore, in the subgroup analysis, a lack of exercise remained a significant predictor for reduced neurocognitive functioning even when researchers took into account several potential confounding factors.
The UCSD study is cross-sectional in design, which means it is akin to a snapshot in time. Such studies are good at finding associations but can never prove cause and effect. That is, such studies cannot prove that not engaging in regular vigorous exercise will lead to a greater risk of neurocognitive decline. Such conclusions can only be drawn from well-designed and expensive prospective studies that monitor participants over time and compare different interventions (exercise vs. no exercise).
However, the present study's findings do support clinical trials of exercise to assess its impact on brain health among HIV-positive people.
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Fazeli PL, Woods SP, Heaton RK, et al. An active lifestyle is associated with better neurocognitive functioning in adults living with HIV infection. Journal of Neurovirology. 2014 Jun;20(3):233-42.
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