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Elkhart's Cockopalooza a 'party with purpose'
When people hear the name, they often don’t know what to think, event coordinator and committee member Meggan Fink says. But behind the “funny name,” as Fink puts it, Cockopalooza boasts a proactive community coming together to raise money for families battling juvenile cancer, beginning with the main event on Saturday in downtown Elkhart and a golf scramble Sept. 17 at Christiana Creek Country Club.
The event is named after Corey Cox, known to many as “Cocko,” Fink says. Cox was diagnosed with leukemia while in college at Indiana University. The event began in 2004, with a friendly gathering to raise money and spirits for Cox and his family. The same thing happened in 2005, and then the event opened its scope, picking new families each year to benefit. Saturday’s shindig marks the 13th annual Cockopalooza. The tagline for the event is “Party With a Purpose.”
September is a fitting month for the event, as it’s Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Last year, it raised more than $12,000, partnering with United Cancer Services of Elkhart County to establish a pot of money for juvenile patients.
“We just want people to come out and celebrate life,” Fink says. “The topic of cancer is something that touches everyone. We raise not only money, but also morale.”
Now, 12 years later, Cox is healthy and happy with his wife and baby daughter, Evie, born in April. He teaches at Trinity Lutheran. He jokes that his nickname is so pervasive, there are people he met in college that know him only as Cocko. This is the first year he’s stepped away from the planning part of it, but he’s happy the event continues to grow.
“It’s exciting to see what it is now,” he says. “How much it’s grown. Having gone through it, I know how I felt, and I can imagine how scary and difficult it is. My parents were with me when I was going through it the whole time, and I could see how it impacted them, too. I sort of know what it’s like from both sides, the parents and kids.”
The event centers on a freedomball tournament, a game invented in 2004 by Cox’s friends. It’s a mix of wiffle ball, kickball and dodge ball, a “laid-back game” that his friends invented, something he could do while undergoing treatment, Cox says. If you feel adventurous and want to learn the game ahead of the tournament, visit the website cockopalooza.com for an instructional video.
Teams of all ages come out to play, Fink says. Some teams get sponsors to cover the $75 entry fee.
“I’ve never played, but it’s hilarious to watch,” she says.
In addition to the tournament, they have food vendors, televised college football games and a beer garden for the 21-and-older crowd. The event is very family friendly, Fink adds, with bounce houses, a splash pad and an obstacle course for children. Live music from local musician Paul Erdman will also entertain the crowds, all held in Central Park in downtown Elkhart.
General admission tickets are $10 and include entrance into the event and a commemorative T-shirt.
Three years ago, organizers of the event partnered with Pillars of Elkhart, a local group that focuses on bringing back youthful activity to downtown Elkhart. Cox calls it a natural fit. Fink agrees.
“Oftentimes, we hear there’s nothing to do in Elkhart,” she says. “Come downtown, and for a small donation, have a good time.”
Cox says he’s never seen anyone leave the event unhappy.
“A lot of people first hear about it, and they hear the name and think it’s strange,” he says. “But once people get out here, and see the freedomball tournament and get the kids out there to have fun, they enjoy it. We also try to get the families that we are helping out here, so people can see who they are donating to. People leave being more enthusiastic and cheerful then when they got there.”
• Where: Central Park, Waterfall Drive and High Street, Elkhart
• When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday
• Cost: $10 general admission, which includes a T-shirt. Team registration for the freedomball tournament is $75.
• More information: Visit cockopalooza.com or search “Cockopalooza” on facebook.com.
• Where: Christiana Creek Country Club, 116 W. Bristol St., Elkhart
• When: 7 a.m. to noon Sept. 17
• Cost: $300 per team of four; includes breakfast, T-shirt, round of golf and cart


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Microsoft has announced prices for the upcoming Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S in India. The announcement was made over on the Xbox India Facebook page. The Xbox Series X will be priced at Rs. 49,990, while the lower-powered Series S will cost Rs. 34,990.

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Dorico Notation Software Now Available For iPad As A Free Download
Steinberg has introduced Dorico for iPad, a music notation app that lets you write music, using traditional notation, and play it back using a built-in library of sounds.
Dorico for iPad comes with a new Key Editor that they say makes it possible to work seamlessly both on conventional music notation and detailed MIDI editing tools. An on-screen multi-touch piano keyboard makes inputting and editing music easy. You can also connect a USB or Bluetooth MIDI keyboard and input music both in step time and in real time. You can also add clefs, key signatures, time signatures, dynamics, tempos and other notation.
- Automatic engraving
- Easy note input using on-screen keyboard, MIDI keyboard, or external keyboard
- Intelligently adjusts notation as you write
- Any number of movements or pieces in a single project
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- Supports Audio Unit virtual instruments and effects processors
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- Sophisticated chord symbols, unpitched percussion and drum set notation
- Unbarred music, tuplets across barlines, etc. all handled correctly — no workarounds
- Transfer to and from other apps via MusicXML, MIDI, PDF, etc.
Pricing and Availability:
Dorico for iPad is available now as a free download. The free download version is limited to writing for two players. You can write for ensembles up to four players if you register for a free Steinberg account.
An option subscription unlocks the ability to score for up to 12 players, and adds Engrave mode, which lets you tweak the graphical appearance of every marking in the score.


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Hey guys! One of my favorite animals to teach about to kids is definitely penguins. They are so fascinating and definitely break out of the mold of what kids envision when they think of "birds."
Before I jump into some more "meaty" stuff, here is a flashback to SIX YEARS ago when I was teaching in Kentucky! I made this really fun hallway display for the whole first grade. We used it to show off a reading challenge that our kids did to get us through the LONG month of January. I know the picture quality was horrible but I am loved this display too much not to show y'all. I won't even tell you how long those penguins took me to make!
Here's a close up of my sweet penguin!
I also spent HOURS one evening making little black rocks look like penguins with a paint pen. Goodness, what I would do for that kind of energy again :)
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Amy and I finished up a new Special Edition of Rooted in Reading called Penguin Palooza! I just LOVE the two books that we used, Penguin Problems and Flight School. They are so funny and have amazing illustrations!
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Mental Health Awareness is vital year-round
This July is Mental Illness Awareness Month. As the theme suggests, the month is about creating awareness around mental wellness to help save lives and break the stigma around mental illness.
There are many types of mental illnesses, such as:
- Anxiety disorders
- Depression and bipolar mood disorder
- Eating disorders
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia
Some symptoms of mental illness
Because there is a variety of mental illnesses, symptoms may differ depending on the condition and circumstances.
Here are a few examples of symptoms:
- Dramatic sleep and appetite changes
- Decline in personal care
- Rapid or dramatic shifts in emotions
- Withdrawal from social activities that the person previously enjoyed
- A change in performance at school, work or social activities that is out of the ordinary
- Problems with concentration, memory or logical thought and speech that are hard to explain
- Heightened sensitivity to sights, sounds, smells or touch
- Loss of initiative or desire to participate in any activity
- A vague feeling of being disconnected from oneself or one's surroundings; a sense of unreality
- Unusual or exaggerated beliefs about personal powers to understand meanings or influence events; illogical or "magical" thinking typical of childhood in an adult
- Fear or suspiciousness of others
- Uncharacteristic behaviour * Suicidal thoughts
What causes mental illness?
Although there are several factors that can contribute to mental illness, there is no single cause for it. These might include:
- Your genes and family history
- Your life experiences, such as stress or a history of abuse, especially if they happen in childhood
- Biological factors such as chemical imbalances in the brain
- A traumatic brain injury
- A mother's exposure to viruses or toxic chemicals while pregnant
- Use of alcohol or recreational drugs
- Having a serious medical condition like cancer
- Having few friends, and feeling lonely or isolated
When to see a doctor or support a loved one
It is best to seek professional help if you notice any symptoms of mental illness or have suicidal thoughts. You can, for example, see your GP and if needed, they can then refer you to a specialist for further treatment. Usually, mental illness may get worse if it is left untreated, so taking action is of the essence.
If you notice symptoms of a mental illness in a loved one, it's best to have an open discussion with them about your concern. Although you might not be able to force them to see, professional care, you can still offer them support and encouragement. You can also help them to find a qualified mental health professional and make an appointment. You can even offer to go along with them to the appointment.
Take your loved one to a hospital or call for help if they have harmed themselves or are considering doing so.
Although there's no way to prevent mental illness, it's possible to take steps to control your symptoms if you have been diagnosed with a mental illness. These include controlling stress, increasing resilience and boosting low self-esteem.
Keep an eye out for warning signs, learn what your triggers are and make sure you know what to do if symptoms present themselves. It's always best to ask your doctor and therapist for guidance and advice in this aspect. Make sure that you get help when symptoms appear since it could be harder to treat if you wait until the symptoms are bad.
And remember to take good care of yourself: get enough sleep, eat healthily and get exercise. If you have any problems with any of these or have questions, see a professional to get the help you need to take control of your health.
Teen mental healthcare
Mental illness starts quite young, with 50% of mental health conditions starting by age 14, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Despite this, it largely goes undetected and untreated.
According to the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) 9% of all teen deaths are caused by suicide. SADAG points to a major link between depression and suicide, particularly where the signs of depression are not recognised and treated.
World Health Organization data further shows that:
- Depression is the fourth leading cause of illness and disability among adolescents aged 15 to 19 while anxiety is the ninth leading cause. Suicide is the third leading cause of death in this age group
- 90% of adolescent suicides take place in the world's low- or middle-income countries.
"This year, our focus needs to be on mitigating any damage to adolescents' mental health because of the pandemic and broader stressors. Achieving that starts with acknowledging the challenge at hand," says Dr Nematswerani. "Promoting psychological wellbeing and supporting adolescent mental health will positively impact their potential to thrive during adolescence and into adulthood. The fact is that there is no physical health without good mental health. Both are fundamental to children and adolescents developing the resilience they need to cope with life and develop as well-rounded, healthy adults."
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Urban Greenhouses Aim to Help Cities Combat Climate Change
By Jess Smee
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With its massive glass dome, the Plantagon Greenhouse wouldn’t look out of place in a sci-fi movie. And if all goes smoothly, one may soon crop up in a city near you. In these days of global warming, its creators argue, it’s not a question of if it will become reality but, rather, when.
Nestled among the skyscrapers is a gigantic glass sphere housing a mysterious spiral pathway. At first glance, the structure may look like an alien spaceship or a modernist architectural fantasy. But, in fact, it is an unusual response to climate change and the challenges of urbanization.
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This Note traces the government’s effort to balance the need for investments with the need for regulating the economy. Regulations of the financial industry, largely in response to economic crises such as the Great Depression and the 2008 recession, have focused on limiting investments deemed too risky for the general public to “sophisticated” investors. Struggling to define “sophisticated,” Congress and the SEC opted for criteria based on the investor’s net worth with narrow exceptions for highly knowledgeable but lower-net-worth individuals. Recent legislation and interpretation of that legislation have expanded these narrow exceptions, suggesting the trend is moving towards investor eligibility criteria based on sophistication measures beyond net-worth. This change is a positive one for investors, businesses, and the economy as a whole. However, the benefits of the current efforts to expand the definition of “sophisticated” cannot be realized because legislative incentives for investment managers continue to limit investment opportunities to only the very rich without regard for knowledge or expertise. This Note proposes that Congress should expand the Qualified Purchaser standard under the Investment Company Act of 1940 to allow sophisticated but lower-net-worth individuals to invest in hedge funds.


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Leucine is famous for its muscle-building properties and is a core component of BCAA supplements and bodybuilding diets. As leucine is not synthesized in the human body, it must be obtained from a diet of protein-rich foods.
Leucine is best known in bodybuilding circles as an essential amino acid, which is needed to stimulate muscle growth. This is because leucine provides muscles with nutrients and activates the pathways required to promote muscle protein synthesis.
10 Major Sources of Leucine
- Navy Beans
- Ricotta Cheese
- Squash and Pumpkin Seeds
Leucine is found in animal protein, egg whites, and plant protein sources such as soy. Leucine’s ability to stimulate muscle protein synthesis is ten times more powerful than any other branch chain amino acid (BCAA).
Leucine and Muscle Growth
The health and growth of skeletal muscles are essential to everyone, and adding leucine to your diet can help your muscles grow and thrive. A study by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign found that the addition of leucine in the diets of people who eat foods that are low in protein helped to increase skeletal muscle growth.
Leucine does this by activating a muscle-building pathway called mTOR (Mechanistic Target of Rapamycin) to stimulate muscle growth. When there is not enough leucine in the body, mTOR is disabled. This is why it’s important to reach the proper leucine threshold to ensure your muscles grow and develop.
The Leucine Threshold
For your body to utilize the muscle-building capabilities of leucine, you must first consume enough leucine. Remarkably, the human body absorbs a full 100% of the leucine that it consumes. However, only a small percentage of leucine goes towards building muscle.
Other organs and muscles in the human body also require amino acid support. When a person eats protein, amino acids are distributed throughout the digestive tract to the liver, kidneys, cardiac and smooth muscles, and even tissues like the skin.
To reach the leucine threshold where amino acids are used to build and support muscles instead of being delegated to the rest of the body, you need to make sure you consume enough protein with a high leucine content.
One study, reported in the Nutrition Journal, discovered that older people needed to consume higher amounts of leucine to receive leucine’s benefits. In younger populations, the mTOR pathway is more sensitive, and lower amounts of leucine are required to promote muscle protein synthesis compared to older adults.
Furthermore, once a person reaches the leucine threshold, there is a “refractory period” where the body must use the amino acids it has before it can begin to utilize additional amino acids that enter the body.
For a person to achieve this threshold and ensure they are getting the most out of their diet’s nutrients, it’s best to eat a large amount of protein in one meal and then take additional protein after four to five hours instead of eating small amounts of protein throughout the day.
According to the website Nutrition Data, the amount of leucine in a protein meal needed to achieve the leucine threshold is between 26% and 41% leucine (or 3.2 grams to 4.4 grams). As a point of reference, a 4.7 oz steak would provide a person with this amount of leucine, as would five large eggs.
Getting the right amount of nutrients and amino acids can be difficult. However, it’s important to choose a healthy diet with ample fruits, vegetables, and protein to reach the necessary leucine threshold and maintain a healthy body.
Safety and Side Effects
Leucine is an amino acid found in protein-rich foods. As a result, leucine is safe to consume and an essential part of a healthy diet.
Research published in the Journal of Nutrition states that the tolerable upper limit for leucine consumption is 500 mg per kg of bodyweight per day.
Exceeding this upper limit of 500 mg can lead to an increase in blood ammonia concentrations.
Where single doses have been studied, consumption of as little as 2.5 grams of leucine is enough to stimulate muscle protein synthesis. In long-term studies, 8 grams (or more) leucine per day is recommended in divided doses, so that at least 2.5 grams of leucine are consumed during each meal.
The best food sources of leucine include proteins contain all the essential amino acids. The protein supplement source with the highest leucine content is whey protein, which contains about 10% leucine (or 10 grams per 100 grams of protein).
If a person drinks a whey protein shake with about 25 grams of protein, they would be consuming approximately 2.5 grams of leucine. Other protein supplements like casein and soy contain less leucine (at about 8%).
Leucine can also be taken as a single amino acid or as a BCAA combination formula. Since most BCAA formulas contain about 40%–50% leucine, a dose of 5–6 grams of BCAAs provides about 2.5 grams of leucine.
Effectiveness of Leucine
Supplementing with leucine alone will not result in optimal effects if your diet is low in protein. This is because other BCAAs (like isoleucine and valine) are given priority when oxidized, which leads to a BCAA imbalance that compromises anabolism.
Therefore, if your diet’s total protein intake is low, it’s best to supplement with all three BCAAs. That being said, leucine is a critical amino acid when it comes to building muscle and strength.
However, it’s best to get your daily leucine intake from protein-rich foods (such as chicken, beef, pork, eggs, tofu, milk, ricotta cheese, and tuna) because the amino acid profile is much richer and more complete in whole foods as opposed to individual supplements.


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Yesterday saw us at Cardiff Bay with a session that turned out no only to be productive but also well timed; we packed up with plenty of time to spare before the rain came.
We ended the day with the details of twenty birds safely in the note book, including several white throats. Bird of the day went to this little chap:
Yes, we catch a lot of sedge warblers but not many with a French ringing scheme ring! Our first international control of 2011! Speculation is already rife within the group as to where the bird was ringed – outside money is for a reed bed in Senegal.
If the SEDWA took first place then second has to go to a female mute swan, which while being fed the remnant of sandwiches proudly displayed her pale green DARVIC ring at us. The last time we encountered a mute swan with a pale green DARVIC was at Cosmeston lakes and was on a bird released by the RSPCA – so bets are that it is a similar situation here.
The lady with the darvic is on the left
We’ll keep you posted on the details of these birds and remember you heard them here first. Well possibly from someone else in the case of the swan if someone has already reported it…

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Rarely has the picture of a Bills team ever been less clear after 11 games.
Phillips played his best ball of the season in the Bills’ 31-6 victory against the Saints.
The Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen overwhelmed the New Orleans Saints with better play selection, balance and exceptional efficiency on offense for a Thanksgiving Night victory, writes Jim Kubiak.
The third-year defensive tackle had a season-high six pressures on the quarterback and broke his sackless streak by sharing a sack with defensive end Efe Obada.
The Buffalo Bills released the news fans were dreading: cornerback Tre’Davious White suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his knee Thursday night and is out for the season.
Check out our full coverage of the Buffalo Bills' Thanksgiving rout of the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome.
Allen’s perfect interception avoidance record in the red zone came to an end late in the first half.
Here's how Twitter reacted to the Bills' Thanksgiving victory in New Orleans.
White was hurt with 6:21 remaining in the first half on a play that ended in an incomplete pass for the Saints.
Buffalo Bills fans packed Caesars Superdome in New Orleans to watch the Thanksgiving matchup with the Saints.
The Buffalo Bills face the New Orleans Saints on Thanksgiving at the Caesars Superdome at 8:20 p.m. in a game nationally broadcast on NBC. Che…
"The Bills have not lost back-to-back games this season, but three losses in the last five games obviously raises concern," writes Katherine Fitzgerald.
The Saints have the talent at cornerback to play man coverage and take away quick throws.
Provided New Orleans shakes the injury bug, look for the Saints to improve to 4-0 straight up and 3-1 against the spread on Thanksgiving.
Vacanti was saved by America early on Tuesday, which was 24 hours after his live performance Monday of the Queen song, “The Show Must Go On,” drew raves from three coaches.
"This is a game in which the Bills need the defense to lead the way, because the defense clearly has the easier task on Thursday," Mark Gaughan writes.
Bills linebacker Tremaine Edmunds practiced in full Tuesday, coach Sean McDermott told reporters.
In a news release Wednesday, the Saints announced that former quarterback Drew Brees will be making his first appearance at the Superdome for the game on Thanksgiving.
Stadium and arena goers must be fully vaccinated to attend games and events by the end of October. The only exception is for children younger than 12, who must wear a mask inside the stadium.
Crist, who played pro football for seven seasons in the 1970s, was 69 when he died from a rare blood disorder in October. But he also had the most advanced form of the degenerative brain disease CTE, or chronic traumatic encephalopathy, his family learned in June.
"Just like the days when the Bills had Jim Kelly, the single most important question in assessing the schedule is: How many games do the Bills have the advantage at quarterback?," writes Mark Gaughan.
Sanders also announced that he will wear No. 10 for the Buffalo Bills.
If the Bills are still shopping for an edge rusher, some notable names remain available.
As long as he doesn’t hit an “age wall,” Emmanuel Sanders should be a slight upgrade on John Brown at wide receiver for the Buffalo Bills.


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You can accuse Floyd Mayweather of being many things, but predictable isn’t one of them. The undefeated boxing legend has shocked the fighting world by announcing that his next opponent will be Japanese kickboxing sensation Tenshin Nasukawa at Rizin 14 in Saitama on New Year’s Eve.
The announcement catapulted the relatively unknown 20-year-old onto the international stage, but just who is Nasukawa and how much of a threat does he pose to Mayweather?
The Independent takes a closer look at the latest man hoping to strike the first blemish on Mayweather’s undefeated professional record:
He's a fighting prodigy with knockout power
Nasukawa may be young enough to be Mayweather’s son, but he’s been fighting for a very long time. His father enrolled him in a karate class at the age of five to instil discipline into him. He then took up kickboxing while still in elementary school and was a veteran of more than 100 bouts by the time he turned professional at the age of 18, amassing a formidable amateur record of 99-5.
In addition to his karate skills, Nasukawa also possesses a deep understanding of Muay Thai as a result of training and fighting in Thailand from a young age. His mastery and blend of the disciplines has forged him into a very complete and dangerous fighter, capable of defending himself against most forms of attack and countering with devastating power and precision.
Spectacular knockout victories over former IBF world boxing champion Amnat Ruenroeng and Lumpinee Stadium Muay Thai champion Wanchalong while still a teenager brought him to the attention of the wider fighting public, and he has since become the face of the ‘Rizin Fighting Federation’ thanks to his skill, charisma in the ring and aggressive style.
His pro kickboxing record currently stands at 27-0, with 23 knockouts. He is 4-0 in MMA. All of his professional fights have been staged in Japan, and he primarily fights out of Tokyo.
He's quite a bit smaller than Mayweather...
Standing almost three inches shorter than Mayweather at just 5ft 4in, Nasukawa - who fights in a southpaw stance - is classed in kickboxing circles as a bantamweight (he is ranked No.8 in the world by combatpress.com).
Mayweather’s most recent fights have come at welterweight and he has never fought lower than super featherweight, meaning that as things stand Nasukawa will be giving up around 11kg to his more experienced opponent.
He believes that aliens exist
Nasukawa is an interesting character. Asked in an interview with mixedmartialarts.com’s ‘The Underground’ last year if he believes there is life on other planets, he replied: “There is definitely life outside of Earth for sure. I believe they were here before us.”
He also picked a cockroach as the animal he would most like to be because “their ability to survive is extremely high” and, when asked to reveal something about him that people would never guess, he didn’t disappoint: “I am frightened easily.”
He's fully prepared to box Mayweather
The precise rules of the fight on New Year’s Eve are yet to be disclosed and will, of course, be crucial to determining the winner. But if Nasukawa is limited to throwing punches rather than kicks against Mayweather, he is confident of succeeding where so many elite boxers have failed before him and puncturing the American’s seemingly impenetrable guard with damaging blows.
“It was a surprise offer but I accepted without hesitation,” he said at a press conference to announce the fight. “It's the biggest moment in my life and I want to be the man who changes history. I'll do that with these fists, with one punch – just watch.”
His younger sister is a kickboxer too... and she's good
Tenshin Nakusawa might not even be the meanest fighter in his family. His younger sister, 16-year-old Riri, is also a highly-rated young kickboxer who won her first professional bout against an 18-year-old opponent in June, having gone 30-3 in her amateur career. She fights next at Rise 129 on 11 November.
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I have been watching the series 'The Tudors'. Although it is greatly 'dramatised' for television and thus some what innacurate, however it has been an entertaining series and the props and costumes alone are amazing.
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The night discharged of all care,
Where wine the wit may not oppress;
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Such sleeps as may beguile the night:
Content thyself with thine estate,
Neither wish death, nor fear his might.

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KALAMAZOO, MI – The
26th annual D&R Sports Center Spring Fishing & Boat show will begin on
Friday, April 18 and run through Saturday night, April 19.
Kevin VanDam and Jonathon VanDam, in addition to numerous
other professional anglers and guides, will present fishing seminars throughout the
weekend at the store on 8178 West Main in Kalamazoo.
Randy VanDam, owner of D&R Sports Center, says that the show this year will be unique based on the amount of experience that professional anglers will be able to share with visitors.
"This is D&R Sports Center's 26th annual Spring Fishing & Boat Show," he said in a press release. "It's one of the best lineups we've had over the 26 years and is highlighted by the impressive lineup of top-ranked pros here to interact with the public. Each of these seasoned pros will provide free fishing seminars to share their tournament-proven techniques and know-how."
The event is free and begins at 9 a.m. on Friday and end at 8 p.m. Events on Saturday begin at 9 a.m. and end at 5 p.m.
Along with Kevin and Jonathon Van Dam, pro anglers Brandon Palaniuk, Gerald Swindle, Ish Monroe, Chriss Noffsinger, Gerry Gostenik and Kyle Kempers, along with outdoor TV host Mark Zona, will give seminars during the event, the release said.
Berkley's 60-foot Experience Trailer will be on hand, VanDam said in the release.
"The 60-foot trailer is full of fun activities and brings fishing education to anglers of all skill levels," he said in the release.
Representatives from the nation's top fishing tackle manufacturers such as Rapala, Shimano, Daiwa, Loomis and Storm will be in attendance.
Admission and parking is free. For more information, visit D&R Sport Center's website.

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The DOE Thermal Comfort Portal is a research tool developed for State of Hawai‘i Department of Education (HIDOE) to implement their heat abatement program: (http://hnei.hidoe-thermal-comfort.4dapt.com). The Thermal Comfort Portal as a research resource for microclimatic data across Hawai‘i as well as specific building performance of the public schools. In addition to providing data for current users, the intent is to broaden the program participants to include the sustainable design community, who can contribute to solutions but who are currently outside of the specific scope of HIDOE heat abatement program. Under this project, the Hawai‘i Natural Energy Institute (HNEI) is provide the HIDOE with the technical resources and expertise to support the delivery of energy and weather data that enables researchers, the community and design professionals to make data-driven decisions for designs and resource allocation.
This work and the portal allows HIDOE to 1) provide access to local weather data to help schools with short-term decisions related to weather, 2) provide community members access to data on local micro-climates at school campuses allowing for further study, 3) identify areas that have consistent heat issues for targeted thermal comfort improvements by providing relevant outdoor and indoor temperature readings, and 4) provide detailed information from classrooms that help architects and planners design heat abatement solutions to address the specific issues for particular buildings.
› HNEI Project Page: https://www.hnei.hawaii.edu/projects/hidoe-thermal-comfort-portal
› Thermal Comfort Portal Website: http://hnei.hidoe-thermal-comfort.4dapt.com/
› UH News Press Release: https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2018/02/05/hnei-hidoe-classroom-thermal-comfort/
› HIDOE Press Release: http://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/2018-Thermal-comfort-website.aspx


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It can be mapped or unmapped. The routines XMapWindow, XUnmapWindow, XMapSubwindows, and XUnmapSubwindows apply.
An overlay window can possess its own cursor or use its parent's cursor. In other words, XDefineCursor and XUndefineCursor apply to overlay windows.
An overlay window appears in the output of XQueryTree.
The event_mask and do_not_propagate_mask window attributes function normally. An overlay window can express interest in any type of event.
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save_under applies as for standard X windows.
override_redirect applies as for standard X windows.
A transparent overlay window also has some characteristics that make it unique as a window. The following sections describe these characteristics.
As defined in the X specification, windows can have a background. The main purpose of window background is to display something in the exposed areas of a window in case the client is slow to repaint these areas. This background is rendered whenever the window receives an Expose event. The background is rendered before the Expose event is sent to the client. The background is also rendered when the client makes an XClearArea or XClearWindow request.
Like standard X InputOutput windows, transparent overlay windows can also have a background. The background of a transparent overlay window is rendered just like a non-overlay window in response to Expose events, XClearArea requests, or XClearWindow requests. In addition to the standard types of background (None, pixmap, pixel, or parent relative), transparent overlay windows can also be assigned a new type of background: transparent. A new routine, XSolarisOvlSetWindowTransparent, is available to set the background type to transparent.
The background of a transparent overlay window is transparent by default. However, the application can still specify one of the usual X types of background: None, a pixmap XID, a pixel value, or ParentRelative, as shown in the following table.
Table 6-1 Background Values for a Transparent Overlay Window
Attempts to set the background of a non-overlay window with XSolarisOvlSetTransparent generates a BadMatch error. If an underlay window has a ParentRelative background and the parent window is an overlay with a transparent background, the underlay child is treated as if it has a background of None.
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Backing store is disabled for overlay windows.
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Overlay colormap installation follows the X rules. If your application uses pixel-sharing overlay/underlay pairs, create a single colormap for both windows. Refer to Choosing Visuals for Overlay/Underlay Windows and Designing an Application for Portability for more on the subject of pixel-sharing pairs.
Note - To improve the portability of applications and to minimize color flashing, use colormaps with the same colors in both the overlay and underlay window colormaps. If this is not possible, use one of the visual inquiry routines to determine whether different colormaps can be assigned without producing flashing.
Overlay windows can express interest in events just like a standard X window. An overlay window receives any event that occurs within its visible shape; the paint type of the pixel at which the event occurs doesn't matter. For example, if the window expresses interest in window enter events, when the pointer enters the window's visible shape, the window receives a window enter event, regardless of whether the pixel is opaque or transparent.
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For example, let's say the application expresses interest in events on the underlay window. When the application receives an event at coordinate (x, y), it should first determine if there is a graphical figure at that coordinate in the overlay. If so, the search is over. If not, the application should next see if there is a graphical figure at that coordinate in the underlay.
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Hrdlicka almost out the door at a2 Milk
Outgoing chief executive Jayne Hrdlicka is poised to leave The a2 Milk Company by Friday.
She shocked the market on Monday by stepping aside from the $10.6 billion infant formula and milk producer amid simmering tensions with the board over her heavy investment in brand building and a personal family issue which meant she needed to cut back on a punishing travel schedule.
Ms Hrdlicka has since been locked away with a2 Milk's interim chief executive, Geoff Babidge, in handover mode in Sydney.
"Geoff and I are working hard to make it possible for me [to finish] by Friday to turn my focus to personal priorities," she told The Australian Financial Review.
"I will, however, support Geoff and the team as I can for whatever they need until June 30."
An a2 Milk spokesman said Ms Hrdlicka would provide assistance to Mr Babidge as required during a transition period.
Ms Hrdlicka has no plans to step down from her role as chairman and president of Tennis Australia, for which she was recently re-elected for a second term. It is believed TA is providing Ms Hrdlicka with flexibility when the Australian Open takes place in Melbourne in January.
Mr Babidge was instrumental in establishing and leading a2 Milk from
2007 and was group CEO for eight years until Ms Hrdlicka joined in July 2018. He will remain CEO until a full-time replacement is found.
A2 Milk said it hoped to appoint a permanent CEO before the end of fiscal 2020.
One analyst speculated it could be another 12 months before the company found a CEO.
"If a2 hires a high-calibre CEO that already has a job, he/she will have to take gardening leave too, so it might be another year before a new CEO is in place," the analyst said.
On Monday, a2 Milk chairman David Hearn said the board fully endorsed the current growth strategy. The company also reaffirmed that the full-year profit margin would be stronger than anticipated, while first-half revenue would be in the range of $780 million to $800 million.
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A dark and gritty view of the future
I had doubts about this film when it was released but despite all the negative feedback that it has received, I really liked it.
John Connor, for once, is portrayed as a strong albeit reluctant hero and leader instead of a whiny kid afraid of his future and Christian Bale portrays him very well, capturing the desperation and tortured emotions of a man who has to fulfil a destiny that he is starting to doubt. However, the main focus of this film is given to Marcus Wright, a mystery man portrayed by Sam Worthington who awakens in a post apocalyptic future and tries to figure out how he ended up there. The emotions that the character goes through as he discovers startling revelations about himself are all shown convincingly by Worthington, who brings a tough but also remorseful and vulnerable appeal to Marcus's plight.
The third important character in the movie is Kyle Reese, the paradoxical father of John Connor who at this point is only a teenager and portrayed by Anton Yelchin, who played Chekov in the recent Star Trek movie. Reese is shown to be a hero worshipper of the resistance, especially Connor and is compelled to join him, showing traits that would be associated with the character when played by Michael Biehn back in 1984.
The story of the film mostly revolves around Connor trying to find Reese but also about Marcus figuring out how he arrived in the wartorn future, and the story works pretty well. The camera style is mostly hand held, which adds a more natural and first hand look to the film and makes it feel more like the audience is in a warzone. Instead of the shiny Terminators from James Cameron's movies, the machines in Salvation are dark, sinister and have a more industrial look to them and there aren't any laser rifles, the only energy weapons in existence are employed by the huge Skynet machines so generally, bullets and missiles are still the favoured artillery of the resistance.
Salvation does have its flaws, but for the first Terminator movie to be set entirely in the future, it does a good job of continuing the franchise and making it distinct from the Schwarzenegger-dominated past. While 'Ar-Nulhd' made this franchise a household name, it is refreshing to see new blood taking it in a different direction and the one thing I didn't like about the earlier films was how there was always an epic fight at the beginning of the film before they turned into a long and drawn out chase before another fight at the end. Salvation isn't a chase movie, it's a war movie and it's not ashamed to be different from its predecessors.
It could have been better but it is still a good movie, ideal for sci-fi and action fans and on a personal note, it's also fun to guess which scene Christian Bale was doing when he exploded in the now infamous rant against the lighting technician.


The National Association of Home Builders recently released their 2019 report on home trends and buyer preferences. Somewhat unsurprisingly it revealed that buyers could live without elevators, wine cellars, plant-covered rooftops and pet washing stations in their new homes. But what did the 4000 people surveyed say was the most important feature they were looking for? A good laundry room. Behind that in popularity were energy efficient windows and appliances, outdoor patios and ceiling fans.
The report also looked at other statistics. When asked about desired location, 64% of shoppers said they want to live in the suburbs. That preference, according to Robert Dietz, NAHB’s chief economist, is because they “offer a better possibility of getting a larger home—necessary for growing families.” Next in popularity is rural areas, 24%, while only 11% wish to live in cities.
As for type of dwelling, the single-family home is preferred by 77% of buyers, with 13% opting for townhouses and 4% each for condos/ apartments and manufactured homes. Though no matter where they live, they want to be close to restaurants and shopping options.
More buyers are wanting an area dedicated to addressing their soiled clothes, but other areas of the home are important too. Remodeling their kitchen is at the top of the list for many homeowners. “Kitchens will continue to be the hub of the home” and owners are spending a lot of money to make them a “showpiece,” says Nino Sitchinava, chief economist at Houzz.
According to research, the transitional-style kitchen is the hottest right now. Which blends traditional concepts with more modern components. Other popular styles are contemporary, which Sitchinava says integrates "a pop of slightly more industrial features,” and the farmhouse style made popular in part by shows on HGTV. Remodelers have also been opening kitchens to the outdoors more frequently using large windows and glass doors.
Many homeowners are opting for ceramic and porcelain tile floors, but hardwood, engineered wood, vinyl and laminate are all chosen frequently. Stone countertops are still very popular but engineered quartz has surpassed granite as number one because of its durability, despite the price tag. White cabinets are “in”, but homeowners are more often selecting creamy, off-white shades. Though more traditional wood cabinets are still highly desired.
Another hot trend is redoing the master bathroom to create a more luxurious private retreat. Contemporary style bathrooms are still number one, but farmhouse and traditional looks are not far behind. According to Houzz research more people are updating cabinets, fixtures and colors in ways that complement the bedroom. Some are even removing the doors and opening the space to create one continuous room. Though Sitchinava did add that there is usually still a small toilet room for some measure of privacy.


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The 2018 American Music Awards will return later this fall to honor artists of all genres while featuring performances from today's biggest stars. Bebe Rexha, Ella Mai, Kane Brown, and Normani will come together on September 12 to announce this year's nominees via YouTube.
According to Billboard, the announcement will also "include a panel discussion with the announcers." The nominations for the AMAs are chosen based on radio airplay, album and digital song sales, touring, among other things the magazine reported.
Produced by Dick Clark Productions, the 2018 #AMAs will air live on ABC Tuesday, October 9 from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles at 8 p.m. ET.


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The current generation of Nissan’s legendary SUV looks like it’s been around for ages, which isn’t far from the truth. The Y62 was introduced back in 2010 and after a couple of updates, it is still around. Moreover, it looks like the Japanese manufacturer isn’t rushing with the updates. The latest reports suggest that the 2023 Nissan Patrol will continue in the same way, without more important changes and it looks like there are a few more years to pass before we see a full redesign. Still, that doesn’t mean that there will be no novelties.
It looks like the Australian version could come with some interesting novelties. Namely, we can hear rumors about the Warrior version, while others speculate about the NISMO variant, which has already been sold in other markers. While that is still to be confirmed, we have no doubt that standard versions will continue in the same way.
2023 Nissan Patrol Design
As we already mentioned, the Y62 has been around for a very long time. It arrived back in 2010 and there we a few updates meanwhile. The most recent one was just a year ago when the company introduced a major facelift. That update brought a completely new design, with a lot of modern and even some futuristic design solutions. Practically, most of the styling is shared with the Patrol’s corporal twin, Nissan Armada.
On the other hand, the mechanical aspect of the vehicle remained largely the same through all these years. Still, the ride quality is still pretty good. The Patrol is comfortable and rides smoothly, while even the handling seems reasonably good for a vehicle of this type and size.
Of course, the 2023 Nissan Patrol will continue to offer strong off-road performances, thanks to a well-designed suspension and several pieces of off-road hardware, such as a two-speed transfer case, locking differential etc.
When it comes to the interior design, the recent update has brought some changes, but only for certain markets. On the other hand, the Australian version carried on in a familiar way. So, it’s no wonder that we can hear rumors about the Australian version getting the same treatment in the next year. Such a scenario doesn’t sound very likely to us.
In any case, the cabin of this SUV is already pretty impressive, so the 2023 Nissan Patrol will remain appealing in any way. The materials are fine, as well as the overall build quality. We also like the front seats, which are pretty massive and very comfortable. The driving position is great, as well as the outward visibility. The second row is also very spacious and comfortable, while the third row is slightly tighter but still pretty useful.
2023 Nissan Patrol Engine
Under the hood, the 2023 Nissan Patrol will continue in familiar variants. Of course, most markets will get a version with the good-old 5.6-liter V8, which puts out around 400 horsepower and 550Nm of torque. In some rare markets, you can still find a version with the old 4.0-V6.
The engine comes in pair with a 7-speed automatic transmission, which does a very good job. As we already mentioned, some sources speculate about the NISMO version, which would come with certain upgrades, including the engine upgrade, which would feature a max output of 428 horsepower. Besides the engine upgrade, this version would also come with upgraded Bilstein suspension, as well as unique 22-inch wheels. Such a version is already available in the Middle East.
The good-old V8 is an extremely capable machine, but it is also pretty thirsty. Even in the most basic variant, you may expect around 15L/100km, which makes the Patrol one of the thirstiest models in the class, especially after Toyota introduced the new Land Cruiser that features a twin-turbo V6.
2023 Nissan Patrol Release Date and Price
We expect the 2023 Nissan Patrol to arrive sometime in the last quarter of the year. In Australia, base models should go around A$90.000.


text: S/Y Jennifer has been in Nöteborg fortress at the entrance of Lake Ladoga in Russia. This fortress was in both Swedish and Russian hands throughout history. It was of great strategic importance as it guarded Ladoga and access to St Petersburg. During peacetimes it served as a prison, both by the Tsars and the communists. During WW II Nöteborg saved Leningrad (St Petersburg) as provisions could be brought in via Ladoga and also as escape route for women & children. The Germans never managed to take the fortress. All in all – we are passing through former Swedish “colonies”. Yes, Sweden did have colonies; in The Baltic, Africa, America (Delaware) and Caribbean (St Barth). Now we are sailing wing-on-wing on Lake Ladoga, 3 times larger than the Swedish lake Vänern, on our way to Vallamo monastery 85 NM away, a World Heritage Site.

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Great location and amazing facilities!!!
This hostel is almost perfect. The walk is do able but it would have been nice to have been picked up at the Greyhound dropoff, instead of having to walk in a for me unknown city, with 33 degrees Celsius and a big backpack. Showers are spacious and courtyard ables you to socialize. Movie night was good!
The check-in procedure was very welcoming. I stayed in this hostel prior to joining their tour to Fraser Island. It is a small hostel but has loads of separate units with kitchens and sitting area. The WiFi wasn't free and once you bought it, it was only available at reception. The rest was great! Hammocks in the patio were great to chill out in. The tour was amazing, especially Tony, the tour guide.
It was a nice hostel because of the location and the different units, all with seperate kitchen and tv room. Nice outside area to socialize in.
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A few months ago, I came across these beautiful pieces of old barn wood and they instantly caught my eye. Right away, I knew they would make a perfect shelf for R's room. Since then the barn wood has been sitting in her closet waiting to be put to use. Part of the problem was that I could not figure out how I wanted to hang it.....I was leaning towards leather straps, but could not decide on a color that looked just right. Then, this weekend, we were on an errand at Home Depot and I saw this rope and I knew it was right. Something so simple...... but for me, usually the brainstorming process is the longest part of a DIY. Anyways, here is my little DIY barn wood shelf:
The two pieces of barn wood fit together perfectly, so this made the job a little easier. We added some wood glue though, just in case. Then, as you can see we screwed on the metal brackets to secure the two pieces of wood.
Then we simply drilled holes on either side and added our rope. SO simple.
*For anyone wondering- the bookends are from Target about six months ago.....and I don't think they were meant to be bookends, because they were super cheap (and we all know bookends are never cheap). The R pillow is new...my mom helped me sew that for R's first birthday, and one of my dear friends made the long pillow for R. All other sources you can find on the nursery post here.


Nilfisk and Blue Ocean Robotics announce strategic partnership to develop portfolio of cleaning robots
Today Nilfisk and Blue Ocean Robotics announce that the two companies enter a strategic partnership to develop intelligent cleaning machines and robots for both the Danish and global markets. The partnership complements Nilfisk's existing robotics activities - an area that is expected to comprise up to 10 percent of the company's turnover within 5-7 years.
The objective of IUVO is to create wearable, intelligent and active tools for a better quality of life. The first concrete examples are robotic exoskeletons capable of aiding and improving the quality of life for workers in industrial and service fields and for patients in need of improved mobility.
Six-Legged Robots Inspire Students to Study STEM
Production is expected to start in the latter part of the 2017 fourth quarter and be at full production levels within the first quarter of 2018.
The investment will be used to scale up the existing prototype to carry heavier loads, and implement machine learning for improved control and autonomy.
With the acquisition, iRobot will further extend its overseas control of market activities, including consistent global messaging, that will help drive greater adoption of robotic vacuum cleaners and affirm iRobot's segment leadership.
More than 160 registrations and 25 exhibitors already confirmed at the conference
Shaping Robotics Policy for the 21st Century analyzes recommended policies and best practices to foster benefits of emerging technology
At the event, top industry experts, leading technology companies, policymakers and scientists will gather to learn about the future of robotics and see exciting robotics technology in action through on-site demonstrations.
24/7 web app monitors robot cell and provides data to increase productivity
Universal Logic has entered a Memorandum of Understanding with Agricultural Robotics to provide one hundred Neocortex® artificial intelligence systems for automation in agriculture.
Advanced, high-voltage Gold Drum servo drives, tuned with Elmo's Application Studio motion design software, enable Mega Trax state-of-the-art robotic camera dolly to capture extreme live-action footage
Matthew Doude, associate director of the Center for Advanced Vehicular Systems at Mississippi State University, will speak about how autonomous electric vehicles are changing the face of transportation at CWIEME Chicago 2017.
Zion Market Research published new report on "Commercial Drone Market: Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecasts 2016-2024" in its database.
As automation and robotisation drive significant productivity improvements across the global economy, the Britbots CROWD platform gives private investors the opportunity to build up a personal share-portfolio comprising of some of the most exciting companies at the leading-edge of this important contemporary investment theme.
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TX2 robots: redefining performance by offering collaborative safety and high performance in a single machine. These pioneering robots can be used in all areas, including sensitive and restrictive environments, thanks to their unique features. Safety functions are easy and inexpensive to implement. They allow a higher level of interactions between robots and human operators, while still guaranteeing protection of your people, production and investment.


text: Every woman would always like to be beautiful, aromatic, and love to wear beautiful clothes.. But she would rather not,she choose not to. Even be her inheritance.Even though, she's very rich. She preferred to be simple than to fill her face with makeup. She preferred to be a nobody than to be popular. So many differences between her,her sister and brother but she didn't even think to be like them..to be a MODEL. But can she still stand on her beliefs not to be one,if there is someone who pushed her to be like that?can she still be a NERD if there is someone who push her not to be one anymore?can she?or she will pursue to be a nobody? "Love me not because I'm beautiful,Love me because I am me!"- ELIJAH MAXINE PARK SHIN Well then..Proceed to the chapter (S) if you wanted to know what will happen.. ------ A/ Whenever happened here in the story were based on my imagination,if there is some story that are same as this..its just a COINCIDENCE..


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Mother's health matters in abortion bill
I am an obstetrician-gynecologist who has practiced in Rhode Island for over 30 years. I am also an abortion provider. Throughout my career, performing abortions has been an important part of my practice, because I feel strongly that the availability of safe (and therefore, legal) abortions is critically important to my calling as a provider of health care for women.
I recently testified before the Rhode Island Senate Judiciary Committee in favor of the Reproductive Privacy Act. From the questions I was asked by senators, as well as other testimony and comments, it was evident to me that one of the concerns that some people may have about the bill is the provision that states: “termination of an individual’s pregnancy after fetal viability is expressly prohibited except when necessary, in the medical judgment of the physician, to preserve the life or health of that individual.”
I believe that these concerns relate, at least in part, to the fear that a woman would have an abortion later in pregnancy, based on this provision, with a definition of “health” that some people would not feel is valid for ending a pregnancy. I would like to explain why I feel this provision in the bill is a critically important part of the legislation.
First, in my many years of practice in the specialty of obstetrics and gynecology, I have never encountered, or known of, post-viability abortion for anything other than newly diagnosed fetal abnormalities incompatible with life. Therefore, the likelihood that a “soft” definition of “health" (one not universally agreed to as valid) would be used to justify an abortion is exceedingly low, if not zero, in my opinion.
The second and more important reason I feel the provision for protection of the life and health of the woman is necessary is illustrated by the following hypothetical scenario:
I am caring for a pregnant patient, who has severe heart disease. She has reached the period of her pregnancy just after the point of viability (the exact gestational age for this point is debatable, but let us assume she is between 23 and 24 weeks pregnant).
Unfortunately, her cardiac condition worsens severely and suddenly, and she will very likely die (this is agreed unanimously by the entire team of obstetricians and consultants) if her pregnancy is not ended as soon as possible. Her fetus is, and has been, developing normally. In the discussions in which she is involved, she expresses fear that she might be criminally prosecuted for the decision to have a C-section or induction of labor, because of the peri-viable stage of her pregnancy.
One of the consultants, on reflection, agrees that her concerns might be an issue for him, as well, and he equivocates on his recommendation for ending her pregnancy. The discussion then extends to the hospital's ethics committee and legal team, which takes valuable time that my patient doesn't really have, as her condition continues to worsen.
I believe the most important reason for this provision, to allow post-viability termination of pregnancy to protect the life and health of a pregnant woman, is to relieve patients' and health-care providers' concerns that could complicate and delay critically important decision making in a case such as that described above. Without this provision in the bill, my patient might very likely have died or suffered permanent harm.
Scott Walker, M.D., has practiced in the specialty of OB-GYN in Rhode Island since 1988.


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Where to stay for a honeymoon in Belize?
Cave Tubing! Little hike through the jungle before you get to the cave which was really fun too :) I went in 2015 so things could be different now but there were several different companies to choose from that tubed through the same cave. We were fortunate to book with a company, (I'd have to research to see if this was the right one), where we did not have to carry our tubes through the jungle whereas other ones did--not the end of the world but can be cumbersome and tiring. All to say, highly recommend! https://cave-tubing.com/
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