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In human plasma alone, researchers have identified some 600 different types relevant to our health.
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Singer Katy Perry, who is due to wed Russell Brand in the autumn, may have secretly tied the knot with the comic star – at least that’s what her latest interview suggests. Katy was talking about Brand, 35, on The Graham Norton Show, when she sparked the wedding riddle, reports the Sun. “Life”s never dull […] Continue reading Is Katy Perry already married to Russell Brand?
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America’s Got Talent judge Piers Morgan is officially an attached man. The former Celebrity Apprentice and his longtime girlfriend, British columnist Celia Walden, tied the knot in London on Thursday, according to the couple’s rep. “Piers got married today!! I could not be happier for my lovely friend!” Morgan’s fellow Britain’s Got Talent judge Amanda Holden […] Continue reading Piers Morgan Married
It has become known that Calista Flockhart and Harrison Ford got married at last. They had been dating for eight years but finally the wedding ceremony took place on Tuesday in New Mexico. Harrison Ford is shooting the film “Cowboys and Aliens” there. The wedding ceremony was really very official. Bill Richardson, governor of New […] Continue reading Calista Flockhart and Harrison Ford Got Married at Last
Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum will play a married couple in the new romantic drama, The Vow. Based on the real-life saga of Kim and Krickitt Carpenter, the project was originally developed as a starring vehicle for Julia Roberts. It centers on the story of the newlywed couple, who were involved in a car accident that […] Continue reading Channing Tatum Rachel McAdams Just Married In “The Vow”
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Four years of varsity track and field have produced all sorts of career first-place finishes between the hurdles and relays. Findon owns two State AA championships in the 1,600-meter relay and another in the 300-meter hurdles. She also earned all-conference, all-state and academic all-state honors tallying a 3.6 GPA.
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Findon also earned varsity letters in basketball and volleyball for the Broncs, including a selection to the Montana 2019 all-star volleyball team.
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So earlier today I was shiteing on about my rather humbly titles ‘Awesome Fishcakes’ on Twitter and I was asked by someone to post her on one or failing that give her my recipe. I decided to kill two birds with one stone and lash up an auld blog po & share my way of making fish cakes with the world (and Amy by default).
To call this a recipe might be a bit of a stretch as I have being making them for quiet a while and don’t measure anything, also the ingredients can and do change depending on what we have in the fridge. I usually batch make them and it means I have some for the following week in the freezer. You can scale up or down the quantities to suit your needs.
- Mashed potato, ideally this should be cold so I make some extra for dinner the evening before I’m making the fish cakes. Usually I have it 50/50 or there about with the combined weight of the fish. So in this large batch about 1200g of regular mashed spuds.
- 250g Salmon
- 250g Cod
- 250g Smoked Haddock / Colley
- Hand full of fresh Parsley and same again of fresh chives.
- One large Onion peeled and cut into large chunks.
- Half a bag or regular bread crumbs.
- Enough milk to cover fish in saucepan.
- 4 Large eggs ( ideally free range as the chickens have a better life)
- Salt and pepper to season
- Bay leaf
- Flour ( Plain though some like self raising as they feel it can make them lighter)
- Place your whole fillets of fish in a wide shallow saucepan with your chopped onion and bay leafs. Cover in with milk and bring to simmer. The fish can be done from fresh or frozen. This should take about 10-12 mins. Once it’s simmering away turn off the heat and let it continue to cook in the residual heat. We really want to try not over cook the fish at this point so once it goes just off transparent it’s done.
- Drain away all the liquid away keeping only a small amount of the onion. Once the fish has cooled enough to touch without burning the hands off yourself it’s time to start flaking all of the fish into a large bowl. If some of your fillets have skin on them now is the time to take it off.
- Now using a fork mix all of you potatoes, fish, finny chopped herbs and onion we kept in a large bowl. We don’t want to turn it all into mush so a light touch is best here.
- I then put in a couple of large spoon desert spoons of flour until the mixture becomes dry and white looking. Then mix in two of your beaten eggs, it’s difficult to describe the texture we’re going for here but not too wet or too dry and still kind sticky is about right.
- We’re now ready to make them look like the finished article. Put some flour on your work top and using your hand scoop out a small amount of the mix and between your floured hands and shape your patty’s. Put your fish cakes on a try and in the fridge to chill for an hour or more, its well worth it.
- At least the end is near! Pre heat your oven to 190 deg / Gas Mk 6 or there abouts. We’re going to bread our patty’s so put your bread crumbs in a bowl. In another bowl have the remainder of the eggs with a splash of milk added and beaten.
- Using your hands soak a fish cake in the egg mix and then into the bread crumbs ensuring that they are well well coated, don’t skimp here. Then straight away pop it into hot frying pan with about 5mm of veg oil (don’t use Olive oil as it burns at the temp we want the pan). Do this with all of your fish cakes until they are golden brown on both sides.
It’s at this stage where you can let some cool and pop in the freezer for another time.
- Now pop your fish cakes on to a baking try and into your oven for about 15mins turning half way through.
That’s it job done, normally we have them with just some Walnut and Feta salad but if your feeling a little peckish you can add some chips or wedges as a side. Some sweet chilli sauce if what you want to go with them.
I know these seem like an awful lot of work for something so simple and no doubt there are better or quicker ways to make them but trust me when I say these are seriously worth the effort. Once you make them once you will be able to make them in no time and with minimal fuss. These are melt in your mouth good.
I would also say is you don’t have to break the bank on what fish you use, often the cheaper cuts and species are tastier.
I’d love to see other recipes people like to use and if anyone tries my recipe please let me know how you get on.

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Hi there, my Helix laptop (purchased a few years ago) is giving me the "Keyboard Dock Fan Error" at startup. I am then unable to use the keyboard and mouse pad.
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The Pedee Women’s Club is now accepting quilts for their quilt show to be Sept. 9-10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the clubhouse. They are expecting to show 40 to 50 quilts, mostly ones made by Pedee women. Their patriotic raffle quilt will be on display and tickets sold will benefit their soldiers’ fund. Several quilts made for children at risk will also be shown. The women are also serving cookies and coffee at the show. Please contact LaVerne Bennett, 503-838-0751, if you have a quilt to show, or if you’d like to help set up or help during the show. For sure come to see these beautiful quilts.
Pedee Church is collecting items needed by students and teachers at the Kings Valley Charter School: whiteboard markers, Post-it notes, Ticonderoga pencils, glue sticks and Sharpie pens. Help launch the school year by contributing some of these critical items. The goal is to supply classrooms for the start of school next week. Boxes will be available in the church foyer next Sunday, or can be left at the door.
Welcome to new neighbors Grant and Alayne Wingett and their daughter Becca and grandson Jared, who recently bought Alan and Sue Garton’s place. They are from Stayton. Alayne’s mother, Fran Zander, of Salem, was out last week to see their new home. Alan and Sue are still living in their RV and working on buying a home in Dallas.
I just got home from a tour of the British Isles with my 17-year-old granddaughter Victoria. We had a great time visiting some iconic landmarks such as the Tower of London, Big Ben, the London Eye, and Windsor Castle, as well as ancient castles and ruins. It’s hard to imagine castles and palaces as old as 2,000 years, plus miles and miles of rock fences 500-1,000 years old. I did wonder how often they had to be repaired, if ever. Fields were mostly full of sheep and dairy cattle.
Since I’d been out of town during the Polk County Fair held from Aug. 8-10, I still want to recognize the Pedee kids who had animals and other projects at the fair. Allana Russell, daughter of Daniel and Heidi Russell, entered two hogs in the fair and got blue ribbons on both Spades and Little Buddy. She sold Little Buddy in the livestock auction on the 10th and was pleased with the results. She felt good about how she did in the showmanship contest, but plans to do even better next year. Cassie Ainsworth, 11, daughter of Jeremy and Melany Ainsworth, had several projects in the fair, ranging from sewing, cooking, and crafts to a market hog and pet rabbit. She got a blue ribbon in showmanship on her hog and sold it at the auction, plus a champion ribbon on her glass night light. She belongs to the Focus Pocus 4-H club in Monmouth, where she goes to school. Dawntae Bault had several entries in the fair, but he must be on vacation right now, so his results will come next week.


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Back in September we got our first look at the new version of The Karate Kid which stars Jaden Pinkett-Smith and Jackie Chan and today People magazine brings us the first promo photo from the new flick of the dynamic duo:
Learning the moves of a true martial arts fighter, Will Smith’s youngest son Jaden Smith is proving he has what it takes when he stars opposite Jackie Chan in a remake of the 1984 classic, The Karate Kid, due in theaters June 11. “I trained every day for four months with Master Wu [the film’s fight coordinator],” Jaden, 11, tells PEOPLE as he takes on his first leading role as an American boy named Dre Parker who moves to China. “We did a lot of stretching.” Jaden mastered front kicks and upper blocks through his hard work ethic and dedication, says Chan, 55, who plays maintenance man Mr. Han – an unlikely friend to Jaden’s character. “He took the training very seriously. I was very impressed with him,” he adds. While filming in Beijing, including atop the Great Wall of China, Chan was more than a martial arts mentor to his young costar. “Jackie taught me to ask, ‘My left or camera left?'” says Jaden on learning the important directions of acting in front of the movie camera. “That helped.” As the two stars built a dynamic relationship on screen, the teacher and student bond translated into real life. “Jaden had a lot of respect for me as his teacher, even off the set,” says Chan. “He is professional as many adult actors who have been in the business for years.” And, as Jaden became a true karate kid, he realized that there is more to martial arts than just the kicking and punching – there are lasting lessons of obedience to be instilled. In fact Jaden’s parents appreciate the discipline he learned. “His dad told me that Jaden had changed,” says Chan. “When he takes his shoes off, he doesn’t throw them in the corner, but puts them away neatly!”
I dunno … as I mentioned in my last post on this new version of The Karate Kid, I’m not sure I’m at all interested in a remake of such a classic film. This new version is helped by the fact that it’s a completely new retelling of the story and seems to be only related to the original film in name only. I actually just rewatched the original Karate Kid, Part II and that movie sequel still holds up after all these years (the Part III and the subsequent The Next Karate Kid which starred Hilary Swank do not, IMHO, hold up all these years later). I suppose this new film can be great for young viewers unfamiliar with the original film … as for me, I’m a Karate Kid purist … I think I’ll take a pass on this remake. Are any of y’all interested in seeing this new Karate Kid?

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The Many Joys of Living in Spain
Spain’s rich culture, stunning natural beauty, and welcoming people make it one of Europe’s most attractive destinations for those seeking a new adventure. With over 300 days of sunshine per year, the country offers a climate that is hard to beat. The Mediterranean coastline provides some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, making it an ideal place for those who love sun, sand, and sea. Northern Spain is home to the Pyrenees Mountains, perfect for those who enjoy skiing in the winter months.
Another benefit of living in Spain is the affordable cost of living. Compared to other European countries, Spain offers a lower cost of living, allowing expats to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle without breaking the bank. This is especially true in smaller towns and rural areas where housing, food, and entertainment costs are significantly lower.
In addition, Spain is renowned for its delicious cuisine, rich history, and vibrant arts and culture scene. Whether exploring the cobbled streets of a charming village, or soaking up the atmosphere at a lively street festival, there is always something exciting to discover in Spain.
Overall, expat living in Spain offers a unique blend of warm weather, affordable cost of living, and rich culture, making it an attractive destination for North Americans looking for a new place to call home.
Spain has unique cultures and customs that can take some time to adapt to. One important aspect of adapting to Spanish culture is learning the language. Spanish is the official language of Spain, and while many locals speak English in major cities, learning the language will make it easier to communicate and build relationships with the locals.
Another cultural tradition in Spain is the siesta, where businesses and shops close for a few hours in the afternoon. This is a great time to rest or take a leisurely walk around the city. Spanish cuisine, including paella, tapas, and fresh seafood, is famous worldwide. Trying the local cuisine is a great way to immerse yourself in the culture and make new friends.
Spain has a rich tradition of festivals and cultural events, such as La Tomatina, the Running of the Bulls, and Flamenco dancing. Participating in these events is a great way to meet locals and experience the culture firsthand. Additionally, it’s important to respect local customs, such as addressing people by their formal titles, such as “Señor” or “Señora,” and avoiding discussing sensitive topics such as politics or religion. Spanish culture places a strong emphasis on respect and politeness.
Building relationships with locals takes time, but there’s many ways to get started. Joining a local club or organization is a great way to meet people with similar interests and build friendships. Attending language exchanges allows you to simultaneously practice your Spanish and meet other locals interested in learning English. Volunteering lets you give back to the community, while also meeting locals who share your passion for helping others. Group activities such as hiking, cycling, or cooking classes are another way to meet new people while having fun. Being open-minded and showing respect for Spanish traditions and customs will help you integrate into the community and make lasting friendships.
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Learning Spanish is essential for anyone who plans to live or work in Spain. While many Spaniards speak English, particularly in tourist areas, Spanish is the country’s official language. It’s widely used in all aspects of daily life, including business and social interactions. Learning Spanish allows you to communicate more effectively with locals, make new friends, and better understand the culture.
Fortunately, there are many options for learning Spanish in Spain. Language schools and private tutors are available in most cities, and many universities offer language courses for international students. Some schools even offer immersion programs, where students live with a host family and speak Spanish exclusively during their stay.
In addition to formal language classes, there are many informal ways to practice Spanish in Spain. Simply conversing with a local, reading Spanish newspapers or books, or watching Spanish TV shows and movies can help improve your language skills. Spanish people are generally friendly and welcoming; many will gladly help you practice your Spanish.
You don’t need to wait to go to Spain to get started. You can start learning now in your home country, making your arrival easier.
Spain’s healthcare system is generally regarded as one of the best in the world, with excellent medical facilities and highly trained healthcare professionals. The renowned healthcare system provides both public and private healthcare options. Taxes fund the public system and provide universal coverage to all citizens and legal residents. The public system includes primary care centers, hospitals, and specialty clinics. The private system operates alongside the public system and offers more personalized care and shorter wait times at a higher cost.
For expats, it’s important to understand how to access healthcare in Spain. As a legal resident, you’re entitled to the same healthcare benefits as Spanish citizens, including access to public healthcare. To access public healthcare, you will need to obtain a Spanish Social Security card and register with a local health center. Many expats also opt to purchase private health insurance, which can provide additional benefits and more extensive coverage.
In popular expat destinations such as Barcelona, Madrid, and the Costa del Sol, healthcare facilities are widely available and generally of high quality. Private clinics and hospitals are especially prevalent in these areas and offer a range of services, including specialized care in fields such as oncology, cardiology, and orthopedics. Public hospitals and clinics in these areas are also well-equipped and staffed with highly trained healthcare professionals.
For expats, it’s important to research the healthcare options in your chosen destination and determine the best course of action for your individual needs. Proper planning and understanding of the healthcare system allow you to enjoy high-quality medical care and peace of mind while living in Spain.
The Expat Community in Spain
Spain has a vibrant expat community, particularly in popular destinations such as Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia, and the Costa del Sol. Expats in Spain come from diverse backgrounds and nationalities, making it easy to find like-minded individuals and form new friendships.
There are many ways to get involved in the expat community in Spain. Joining social clubs and organizations is a great way to meet new people and participate in shared interests. Many cities have expat-specific organizations, such as language exchange groups, sports clubs, and cultural societies. These groups often host events and activities such as cooking classes, wine tastings, and excursions to local attractions.
Online forums and social media platforms can also be valuable resources for connecting with other expats in Spain. Websites such as InterNations and Expatica have active communities in Spain and offer information and resources for living in the country. Facebook groups are also popular for connecting with others and staying up to date on local events and activities.
Spain has many social and cultural events, particularly in popular destinations. Festivals and cultural events, such as La Tomatina in Valencia, the Running of the Bulls in Pamplona, and the Feria de Abril in Seville, are admired among expats and locals alike. Many cities also host international film festivals, music festivals, and food and wine events that attract visitors and locals.
The expat community in Spain is welcoming and diverse, offering many opportunities for socializing and participating in shared interests. By getting involved in local organizations and events, you can build new friendships, experience Spanish culture, and make the most of your time living in this beautiful country.
Work and Business in Spain
Finding work as an expat in Spain can be challenging, particularly for those who don’t speak fluent Spanish. However, some industries and job sectors are more welcoming to non-Spanish speakers, including tourism, teaching English, and the tech industry. Expats with specialized skills or experience may also be able to find work in other sectors, such as finance or healthcare.
The process can be complex and time-consuming for those interested in starting their own business in Spain. The first step is obtaining a visa and legal residency in Spain, as non-residents are not permitted to start a business there. Once you have legal residency, you will need to register your business with the Spanish government, obtain a tax identification number, and fulfill any other legal requirements related to your industry or business type.
Despite the challenges of starting a business in Spain, the country is becoming an increasingly popular destination for digital nomads. Popular areas for digital nomads include Barcelona, Valencia, and the Canary Islands, which offer a high quality of life, affordable cost of living, and a thriving tech industry. These areas also have a vibrant community, many co-working spaces, and networking events designed for digital nomads.
Spain is a popular destination for expats, offering a warm climate, affordable cost of living, and a welcoming culture. However, there are some challenges that people may face, such as the language barrier and finding work. Researching and planning ahead are important to make the most of your experience in Spain.
If you’re considering retiring in Spain, speaking with a retirement specialist who can provide guidance and support may be helpful. There are many resources available for people moving to Spain, such as expat organizations, online forums, and social media groups. These resources can be a valuable source of information and support for those looking to make the most of their time in Spain.
It is always important to do additional research and reach out to resources for support. By planning, and taking advantage of available resources, you can make your transition to retirement in Spain a smooth and enjoyable experience.
Some helpful resources for expats in Spain include:
- Expatica Spain: A comprehensive resource for expats in Spain, offering information on visas, housing, healthcare, and more.
- Metropolitan Magazine: up-to-date features and information in English; day-to-day living, visiting, and the essential guide to what’s happening in Barcelona and Spain.
- Internations: A social network for expats in Spain and around the world, offering events, forums, and resources.
- Spain Expat: An online community and resource center for expats in Spain, offering forums, articles, and events.
- Spain’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Provides information on visas, residency requirements, and other legal matters for non-Spanish residents.
- Embassy of the United States in Madrid: Provides information on consular services for U.S. citizens living in Spain.


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Benedict Cumberbatch took home the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or Movie for his work in Sherlock: His Last Vow, while Martin Freeman won the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or Movie.
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Neither of the British talents were present at the awards ceremony to take their trophy. One Brit was in LA for the glitzy night, though. There to accept the Outstanding Writing for a Miniseries, Movie or Dramatic Special award for Sherlock: His Last Vow, was Sherlock's co-creator Steven Moffat.
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Drug drama Breaking Bad was another big winner, scooping five awards including best drama series.
Its star Bryan Cranston was named best actor in a drama series for a fourth time as the teacher-turned-drug kingpin Walter White.
He beat a host of Hollywood heavyweights including Oscar winner Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson for their roles in the acclaimed crime drama True Detective.
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The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) said only 5 per cent of that budget is spent with firms with fewer than ten employees despite them accounting for 94 per cent of the nation’s businesses.
The FSB also said the value of procurement contracts won by smaller firms has been in decline north of the Border since 2016. It argues that by removing the barriers to smaller firms winning public work, ministers could boost the economic and social impact of their spending.
With reforms to procurement pledged in the agreement between the Scottish Greens and the SNP, the business-focused organisation wants stretching local spending targets set for public bodies.
The FSB also wants to see action to develop local supply chains for projects to reduce carbon emissions, such as schemes to improve the energy efficiency of buildings.
Andrew McRae, FSB’s Scotland policy chair, said: “Too many small businesses in Scotland lose out to multinationals when it comes to winning public work.
“And with big plans on the horizon to make our buildings more energy efficient, there’s a risk that the design of contracts could exclude independent firms. That’s why many will have been pleased to see the SNP and Greens agree to change the systems the Scottish public sector uses to buy goods and services.
“These reforms could make it easier for more locally-based firms win valuable green contracts, helping these businesses develop the skills required for a lower-carbon economy. And by maximising the number of local suppliers, you boost the economic and community benefits of public spending.”
In a report published the day before it is expected that the First Minister will outline her government’s programme, FSB makes the case for an action plan to help local and independent businesses recover from the Covid crisis.
The document – titled Rebuilding our Strength – argues that Holyrood should provide paternity and adoption social security support for self-employed parents, a move it says could encourage more people to set up in business.
The FSB says Scottish ministers should also take inspiration from New Zealand and the United States by establishing a small business unit in the Scottish Government.
“This team would, for example, ensure that new government regulations don’t place a disproportionate burden on small businesses,” said Mr McRae.
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We report that the crystallinity of C70 is improved significantly if CuI is used as a templating layer, leading to remarkable enhancement of hole mobilities from 8.32 × 10–6 to 3.26 × 10–5 cm2/(V s). As a result, the use of the templating layer in C70-based solar cells with low donor concentration resulted in significant improvement of the fill factor from 0.51 to 0.57 and the power conversion efficiency from 5.56% to 6.23% under simulated AM 1.5G, 1 sun irradiation. This result demonstrates that the CuI templating layer is effective at improving the crystallinity of the fullerene derivatives as well as the donor materials.


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I spent the weekend trying to take a photo of what I believe is a warbler of some kind...I thought I had identified the bird; my book, however, shows some differences.
And then, reading further in the The Sibley Field Guide to birds, I discover that there are many hybrids out there...birds who are the offspring of parents of closely related species. These birds are often overlooked by birders. They are usually fertile, will mate with their parent species or another hybrid and will produce babies called backcrosses.
Hybrids can show unexpected characteristics which are not present on either parent. It is sometimes impossible to say with certainty what the lineage is. Birders use what features they can identify; then calling the bird an "apparent Hybrid".
Okay. On with the story. I was watering the hanging moss planter at my back door, when this little buff coloured bird flew right into the planter, getting a little splashed by the water I was pouring into it. Startled, almost dropping the water jug, I backed off a bit, watching what this bright eyed little visitor intended.
He had dark black stripes on his head, a large, longish beak, and a caramel coloured chest. His back was an olive taupe kind of colour. He burrowed his way into the planter; finding nothing worth eating, he flew onto the underside of the porch roof and sat there, watching me, as I watched him.
We were at a stalemate. My camera was in my study, on the other side of the house. ( I should have it glued to my hand...then when these animals visit, I might be able to get a photo or two!) I did not want to move suddenly as I was sure the bird would immediately fly away, so I stood still, just inches away from this little bird.
He was very curious about me and about the inside of the house. He hopped around, trying to get a closer look...I was afraid he would fly right past me into the house...where the dogs were. He was certainly not afraid of humans, but dogs may have been another matter.
Birds in the house have always meant transitions in store for my family. Just recently, a brown bird visited each room in my house, seemingly not afraid. The dogs ignored him, even though Brown Bird flying past the Big Chair in the living room was certainly unusual. He waited calmly at a window, finally, until I covered him with a dish towel and carried him outside. Brown Bird flew off to the power lines outside our home; chirped at me...and flew away. I haven't seen a bird like him since.
But the transitions are occurring...and I will tell about it here, when I can.
This little Warbler was unusual, too, by his very presence. According to Sibley's, he would be considered a rare visitor, on the West Coast, as his usual place of abode is Eastern North America. I think he might be a Worm-eating Warbler; my hat's off to birders who identify birds. It is an extremely long, drawn-out process; and then Sibley's informs me, birders must be prepared to defend their identification of the species. This means much research, photography, and recordings of bird song to back up the identity. I may be a long way off in my identification of this bird.
I tried to see into his eyes; when I attempted to use this contact, he stopped his examination of the laundry room, and each narrow ledge on the porch, became still... and stared back at me.
There was instant connection and recognition and the flow of energy I always receive when I make eye contact with a familiar being. Then he flew away. But he returned, bringing his mate, and allowed me to take that rather hazy photo of him at the bird feeder. I see them building a nest in Grandfather Tree. I don't know if their nesting habitat is unusual; what I do know is that it is late in the year for birds to go around building nests.
Perhaps, when he visited me at the hanging basket, he was checking out the neighbourhood, and the beings who inhabited this place where he wanted to bring up a family. It's late in year, I tell him now, when he flies in to nosh on some seeds, don't you think you should head off to where you're supposed to be for the winter? He doesn't seem concerned.
He and his mate have stayed behind the little flock he came in with...and since I know little about this species, perhaps he'll stay, long enough to bring up his family. I will make sure the bird feeder is full, just in case.
This friend of ours, if he is a Worm-eating Warbler, hails from Missouri and Arkansas. In Winona, Missouri is where Shaman Maggie is building the Life Healing Community. I find it wonderful that a bird that is native to Missouri chose to visit, going so far out of his way to do so. It was a direct how-do- you-do? from Maggie... and when Warbler leaves, I will send good intentions for the Life Healing Community and Maggie with him and his mate.
As an ally, Warbler can teach me how to sing my soul song in order to achieve what I require for survival. I have been interested in soul songs lately. Warbler's song of the heart will guide me, teaching me to raise my voice with confidence, tenacity and patience.
I find this type of thing so very interesting. The idea of taking an unusual natural event and finding some guidance...free for the asking!...awes and amazes me.
And all I have to do is be aware of them.


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text: Anyone who has been through a CCMA hearing will enjoy this reversal of roles - the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration has been cleared by the Auditor General's investigation into allegations of fraud and corruption, made by its two former employees. This was the tenth unqualified audit in a row by the AG. The two employees in question were sacked after two independent disciplinary inquiries, and are also facing criminal charges for threatening and intimidating the director of the CCMA. The governing body chairperson of the CCMA, Tanya Cohen, said that the investigation had not impacted on the commission's delivery of services, so you should still be able to haul any recalcitrant employees to a hearing with minimum fuss. Read more: Business Report and IOL.


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Bi-directional communication between the follicle
and oocyte is essential for regulating both follicle
and oocyte development (
At present, follicle diameter and serum estradiol
levels are used as the primary markers for determining
the maturity of the follicle and oocyte prior to
oocyte retrieval and
Zegers-Hochschild et al. reported that stabilization
of follicular growth 24 hours prior to ovulation and
a short interval (i.e., 24 hours or less) between the
luteinizing hormone (LH) surge and ovulation was
associated with conception during the natural menstrual
A decrease in the number of follicles occupying
the ovarian reserve occurs with age (
It is not practical, at present, to monitor the serial growth of individually identified follicles in women undergoing assisted reproduction. The ovarian stimulation phase length (SPL) is a user-friendly way for clinicians to monitor the overall growth of all follicles and serves as an indirect measure of mean follicular growth rate. Determination of an optimal SPL that results in competent oocytes and successful IVF outcomes would allow clinicians to tailor patient stimulation protocols to maximize the chance of a successful treatment. The objective of this study was to determine whether SPL influences follicle, oocyte, embryo and pregnancy outcomes in women of different ages undergoing IVF. We hypothesized that short or long stimulation phases would be associated with suboptimal follicle, oocyte, embryo and pregnancy outcomes. We further hypothesized that advanced age would be associated with a shorter stimulation phase and suboptimal follicle, oocyte, embryo and pregnancy outcomes.
It is not practical or ethical to conduct a prospective study to evaluate the effects of different ovarian stimulation phase lengths on human IVF outcomes. Therefore, a retrospective cohort study was conducted for patients that underwent IVF at the ARTUS Fertility Center in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Science at the University of Saskatchewan. Ethical approval was obtained from the University of Saskatchewan’s Biomedical Research Ethics Board.
Women with a history of poor response to ovarian stimulation, polycystic ovarian syndrome, those undergoing superovulation (SO) or ICSI treatment cycles, or who had converted from SO to IVF were not included. In addition, frozen embryo transfer cycles, oocyte donor cycles and couples with male factor infertility were excluded from the study. A total of 148 charts were reviewed. A total of 14 women were further excluded from the study for the following reasons: inadequate follicular response (n=12), premature ovulation (n=1) and unavailable participant semen sample (n=1). The resulting sample consisted of 134 women.
All patients were cared for by the same clinician. Follicular development was monitored every 2-3 days during ovarian stimulation using high-resolution transvaginal ultrasonography (multi-frequency 5-9 MHz curvilinear transducer, SONIX OP Ultrasound System, Ultrasonix Medical Corporation, Burnaby, BC Canada). All follicles ≥2 mm were measured and recorded at each ultrasound examination. The diameters of follicles <10 mm were measured in a single plane. For all follicles >10 mm, mean maximal follicle diameter was calculated as the mean of the follicle length and width in the widest plane of section.
All patients were suppressed with oral contraception (OC; Marvelon, Organon, Canada), prior to ovarian stimulation to synchronize their cycles (n=134). Patients received either a gonadotropinreleasing hormone (GnRH) agonist [Suprefact, Sanofi-Aventis (n=56)] for 5 days before discontinuing OCs and continuing until the day of hCG (i.e., long GnRH agonist protocol) or a GnRH antagonist [(Cetrotide, EMD Serono, Inc. (n=62); Orgalutran, Organon, Canada (n=16)] beginning on day 6 of the follicular phase and continuing until the day of hCG (i.e., fixed protocol). Recombinant FSH [Gonal F, Serono, Canada, Inc. (n=100); Puregon, Organon, Canada (n=18); Bravelle, Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (n=11); or Menopur, Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (n=5)] was administered daily, beginning on day 2 or 3 after menses. When > 3 follicles reached >17 mm, 10,000 IU hCG (Profasi, Serono Canada Inc.; Chorionic Gonadotropin, Pharmaceutical Partners of Canada) was administered to induce final maturation of the follicles. Blood was drawn at each monitoring visit during ovarian stimulation to measure serum estradiol concentrations. The SPL was defined as the time period from the start of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) administration to the day of hCG administration.
Oocyte retrievals were performed approximately 35 hours following hCG administration. Oocytes were inseminated (standardized sperm concentration of 80-120 × 106 sperm/mL) 4 hours following retrieval. Fertilization was assessed the next day and daily embryo monitoring was conducted thereafter. Fertilization rate was defined as the number of normally fertilized oocytes (release of the second polar body and two pronuclei) out of the total number of oocytes collected. Cleavage rate was characterized by the number of zygotes that underwent division on day 2 out of the total number of oocytes fertilized (day 0 = day of oocyte retrieval). Blastocyst rate was defined as the number of blastocysts that developed out of the total number of oocytes fertilized. An appropriate number of embryos [1 embryo (n=13), 2 embryos (n=100) or 3 embryos (n=27)] were transferred 3 or 5 days later; based on patient age, diagnosis, previous treatment success, and number and quality of embryos available for transfer. A serum β-hCG test was performed 2 weeks post-retrieval. Chemical pregnancy was defined as a positive serum pregnancy test 2 weeks following oocyte retrieval. Clinical pregnancy was documented ultrasonographically as a positive fetal heartbeat at 8-12 weeks of gestation. Live birth data were not available due to the inability to consistently obtain birth outcome results from patients.
SPL was considered the independent variable. Pregnancy rate (chemical and clinical) was the primary dependent outcome variable. Secondary outcome variables included: number of follicles > 6, 10 and 15 mm, serum estradiol concentration on the day of hCG, number of oocytes collected, fertilization rate, cleavage rate, blastocyst rate and endometrial thickness. Statistical significance was set at p<0.05.
SPL data were stratified in the following manner: 1) <10 days, 2) 10-12 days, and 3) >12 days. Patient demographic characteristics were compared among the three SPL groups using one-way analyses of variance tests and Scheffe post-hoc tests for continuous variables and chi-square tests for categorical variables (SPSS version 17.0; SPSS Inc., Chicago, IL, USA). Associations between SPL and primary/ secondary outcomes were evaluated using multivariate linear and logistic regression (SPSS Version 17.0; SAS Version 9.2). Age, FSH start day, FSH start dose, FSH regimen and GnRH agonist/antagonist use were included in the multivariate regression models to evaluate these variables as potential confounders or covariates.
No differences in body mass index (BMI), gravidity,
parity or age were detected between women
with short, medium or long SPL (p>0.05,
Comparison of patient demographics in women with short (<10 days), moderate (10-12 days) and long (>12 days) stimulation phase lengths
|Overall||<10 days (n=18)||10 to 12 days (n=101)||>12 days (n=15)||P value|
|25.3 ± 0.5||25.2 ± 1.4||25.6 ± 0.6||23.9 ± 1.3||0.6|
|1.5 ± 0.1||1.9 ± 0.5||1.3 ± 0.2||1.8 ± 0.5||0.4|
|0.7 ± 0.1||0.6 ± 0.2||0.6 ± 0.1||1.1 ± 0.3||0.2|
|33.8 ± 0.4||33.8 ± 1.1||33.8 ± 0.4||33.6 ± 1.1||1.0|
a, b Within rows, values with common superscripts are not different (p>0.05).
Associations between the stimulation phase length (SPL) and number of follicles that developed to ≥ 6, 10 and 15 mm (A-C, respectively), serum estradiol concentrations (D) and the number of oocytes retrieved (E). The solid line on each graph represents the best fit regression line.
Associations between the stimulation phase length (SPL) and endometrial thickness (ET), fertilization rate (%), cleavage rate (%) and blastocyst rate (%). No regression lines are shown because no associations were detected.
Confounding variables for the associations between stimulation phase length (SPL) and IVF outcomes
|P-value||SE (β)||Estimate (β)||Model|
|Confounder=FSH start dose||-0.02||0.005||<0.0001|
|Confounder=FSH start dose||-0.02||0.004||0.0002|
|Confounder=FSH start dose||-0.008||0.003||0.01|
|Confounder=FSH start dose||-0.009||0.004||0.021|
|Confounder=GnRH agonist vs. antagonist||-3561||607.8||<0.0001|
The following variables were not found to be associated with SPL (SPL, SPL2; p>0.05): endometrial thickness, fertilization rate, cleavage rate, blastocyst rate, chemical pregnancy rate and clinical pregnancy rate. Results were obtained using multivariate polynomial linear regression analyses.
SPL = Stimulation phase length (linear relationship)
SPL2 = Stimulation phase length (parabolic relationship)
There was a greater incidence of non-smokers versus smokers within all 3 groups (p<0.05). The incidence of smokers was greater in women with a moderate versus a short or long SPL (p=0.04).
Negative parabolic associations were detected
between SPL and the number of follicles that developed to ≥ 6, 10 and 15 mm, number of oocytes
collected, and serum estradiol concentrations on the
day of hCG (
After adjusting for all potentially confounding
variables in our multivariate regression models, we
found that the number of follicles that developed to
≥ 6, 10 and 15 mm and number of oocytes collected
was negatively confounded by the FSH stimulation
start dose (p<0.05,
Associations between SPL and serum estradiol concentrations (D), stratified for GnRH agonist (A) versus antagonist (B) cycles. The solid line on each graph represents the best fit regression line.
It is not practical to monitor the growth of individual follicles that develop during ovarian stimulation, using current clinical assisted reproductive practices. We have conducted the present study to determine whether the duration of ovarian stimulation could be used as a reliable marker of mean ovarian follicular growth to predict clinical outcomes in couples undergoing IVF. The results of the present study have indicated that the length of the ovarian stimulation phase can be used to predict the number of estrogen-producing follicles that develop and oocytes retrieved prior to IVF. However, endometrial, fertilization, embryo and pregnancy outcomes were not influenced by the SPL. Thus, our hypotheses were only partially supported.
Increasing the FSH dose in patients whose follicles are growing slowly or decreasing the FSH dose in patients whose follicles are developing very quickly to achieve a SPL of approximately 11 days should therefore optimize follicular and oocyte outcomes, but not increase the probability of fertilization, high quality embryos or pregnancy. Collectively, we interpret these data to mean the SPL is not a reliable indicator of IVF success.
The effects of age on menstrual cycle length, conception and delivery rates are well-documented; however, potential age-related changes in the length of the SPL are not fully understood. We did not find that age had an effect on the SPL nor did it appear to confound the association between SPL and study outcomes. Thus, our hypothesis that women of advanced age would exhibit shorter SPLs and poorer clinical outcomes was not supported. Data on follicular phase length during previous natural cycles were not available in the present study. It is plausible that an age-related shortening of the follicular phase during the natural menstrual cycle does not necessarily correspond to a decreased SPL during ovarian stimulation. Continued research should be conducted to test this hypothesis.
In addition to age, we studied the potentially confounding effects of the ovarian stimulation hormonal treatment regimen on the association between SPL and IVF outcomes. A high FSH start dose was associated with an overall reduction in the number of follicles that developed. However, the pattern of change in follicle number in relation to SPL did not differ with different FSH start doses. The negative association between the FSH start dose and the number of follicles that developed was attributed to a higher dose of FSH that may have been administered to women expected to have a poor response to stimulatory therapy (even though women with a known history of a poor response were excluded from our analyses).
In addition, we found that the use of GnRH antagonist
was strongly associated with lower overall
estradiol concentrations throughout the stimulation
phase compared to the use of agonists. The pattern of
change in estradiol concentrations in relation to SPL,
however, was not different in agonist versus antagonist
cycles. Our findings were consistent with previous
research that demonstrated lower serum estradiol
concentrations in women using GnRH antagonists
versus agonists during ovarian stimulation (
The ability to obtain more mature follicles and
oocytes by optimizing the SPL, but not more embryos
and pregnancies, supports the notion that follicle
quality is more important than follicle quantity
in predicting the probability of pregnancy following
IVF. These results are consistent with those from
a previous study in which the number of dominant
follicles during ovarian stimulation was not associated
with pregnancy success (
A short or long ovarian stimulation phase length is associated with a suboptimal number of follicles that develop, serum estradiol concentrations and number of oocytes retrieved in couples undergoing assisted reproduction. However, the length of the stimulation phase does not predict embryo development or pregnancy outcomes.


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Otakon's Artist Alley Registration to Open
Baltimore, MD (February 6, 2010) – It's time for artists to think ahead to Otakon 2010. Registration opens on Monday, February 8, for Otakon's Artist Alley. The tables will sell for $110 each. For the first time this year, artists can pay online by credit or debit card.
Artists are encouraged to book their tables promptly. Although Otakon keeps expanding the available space, last year it only took six hours to sell out all the tables.
At Otakon 2009, over 200 individual artists filled nearly 300 tables, from where they could sell and talk about their art.
Go to http://www.otakon.com for more information and booking instructions.
Otakon 2010 will be held July 30 – August 1 at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Maryland.
ABOUT OTAKON AND OTAKORP, INC.: Now entering its seventeenth year, Otakon is an annual celebration of Japanese and East Asian popular culture, and also one of the largest gatherings of fans in the United States. Otakon celebrates popular culture as a gateway to deeper understanding of Asian culture, and has grown along with the enthusiasm for anime, manga, video games, and music from the Far East. Since 1999, Otakon has been held in Baltimore, Maryland; currently, Otakon is one of Baltimore's few large, city-wide events, drawing over 25,000 individual members for three days each year (for a paid attendance of over 70,000 "turnstile" attendees). Otakon is a membership-based convention sponsored by Otakorp, Inc., a Pennsylvania-based, 501(c)3 educational non-profit whose mission is to promote the appreciation of Asian culture, primarily through its media and entertainment. Otakorp, Inc. is directed by an all-volunteer, unpaid staff – we are run by fans, for fans.


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Since I last wrote about it, a major event has happened with Cardano (CCC:ADA-USD).
The altcoin’s much-anticipated Alonzo upgrades are complete, following the hard fork on Sept. 12. As you may know, following these upgrades, this blockchain network now has smart contract capabilities.
With said capabilities, it’s in a better position to give its larger rival, Ethereum (CCC:ETH-USD), a run for its money when it comes to usage in decentralized finance, or DeFi, transactions.
You would expect this event to fuel a further rise in value for Cardano. But instead, the price of its native token has pulled back. In selling the news, many crypto traders have decided to take profit. As a result, prices have pulled back from above $2.75 on the hard fork date, to around $2.24 as of this writing.
This, however, may be your opportunity, whether you have yet to buy it or if you are thinking about adding to your position. Buying Cardano as a long-term bet on it becoming the eventual “Ethereum killer” could be a wager worth making.
High risk, of course, is still a factor here. Many factors remain that could cause the recent crypto comeback to reverse course. Yet if you’re looking for a high-quality crypto with more upside potential than either ETH or Bitcoin (CCC:BTC-USD), this may be your best option.
The Alonzo Hard Fork and the Subsequent Sell-Off
Crypto aficionados and newbies alike can appreciate how much of a game changer the Alonzo upgrades are for ADA-USD. Before, this token’s blockchain was one of many looking to challenge Ethereum’s DeFi dominance. But now? It appears to be the front-runner, better positioned to grab a piece of this fast growing space than similar names like Polygon (CCC:MATIC-USD) and Solana (CCC:SOL-USD).
However, this hasn’t resulted in a continued surge in price for Cardano. Instead, traders who may have bought it shortly before the start of the mid-July crypto comeback decided to cash in some of their chips. In fact, even before the hard fork’s completion, traders were selling on the news.
Shortly after upgrades were rolled out on the testnet on Sept. 1, Cardano made its way above $3 for the first time. It experienced its slide between Sept. 1, and its Sept. 12 mainnet debut (i.e., the hard fork). Granted, a lot of its decline during this time frame was due to the overall crypto flash crash that happened on Sept. 7. But the desire to realize gains after hitting a new price milestone was likely another driver for the increased selling.
In the coming weeks, more traders may be looking to cash out than double down. This may limit its ability to make its way back above $3 per token. Or worse, push it further back toward $2 per token. But while many are selling, doing the opposite may be the better move.
Why Buying the ADA-USD Dip Could Pay Off
Cardano, not to mention other major cryptos like Bitcoin and Ethereum, may seem like they have hit a near-term top. But while prices could get stuck or even or sell off if there’s another round of volatility, investors with a longer time horizon may want to consider entering this particular altcoin at or below today’s prices.
Cardano has tremendous upside potential, assuming it manages to become as widely used in DeFi as Ethereum. At first glance, this may seem far-fetched. But as one Seeking Alpha commentator made the case late last month, there may be a path for it to happen.
Cardano already runs on proof-of-stake (PoS), while Ethereum is still working on its transition from proof-of-work (PoW) over to PoS. It also has other advantages like its dual-layer design, coupled with its new smart contract capabilities. That gives Cardano a decent chance of catching up to its more widely used rival.
If increased usage pushes Cardano to a market capitalization as Ethereum, the token could see its price surge to around $10.
Still Risky, But Perhaps Your Best Choice Among the Altcoins
In the crosshairs of securities regulators and the tax man, a lot’s still playing out that could negatively affect crypto prices from here. Not to mention the risk of subsequent flash crashes that are hard to anticipate.
Exercising caution is key to investing in this, or any other cryptocurrency. Position accordingly. But despite its risks, given it may have greater upside potential than other high-utility coins, you may want to take advantage of its post-hard fork sell-off, and enter (or add to) a position in Cardano.
On the date of publication, Thomas Niel held long positions in Bitcoin and Ethereum. He did not have (either directly or indirectly) any positions in any other securities mentioned in this article. The opinions expressed in this article are those of the writer, subject to the InvestorPlace.com Publishing Guidelines.
Thomas Niel, contributor for InvestorPlace.com, has been writing single-stock analysis for web-based publications since 2016.


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On November 19, 2016, join facilitators Liz Lerman and Yvonne Montoya and the New England Foundation for the Arts staff and National Dance Project (NDP) Advisors for Dance/AZ: Shaping the Future of Arizona Dance. This convening brings together Arizona's diverse community of dance professionals to envision a future for our field together! Whether you’re an independent dance artist, a dance company, dance educator, organization/venue/group who shows dance, or dance supporter, come share your voice in creating an inclusive vision for dance in our state.
The gathering will also provide opportunities to connect with dance community members, learn more about local resources, and engage in a conversation with NEFA about their dance programs and grant opportunities, which emphasize dance production and touring.
Saturday, November 19, 2016
1pm – 5pm: Visioning/Big Ideas/Resource Sharing
5pm – 6pm: Networking Reception
FREE – Registration required:
Travel stipends, between $50-$100 depending on distance traveled, are available on a first-come, first-served basis for anyone traveling over 50 miles one way. Once registered, anyone eligible will be contacted with more information.
Contact: Kristin Gregory, National Dance Project Program Coordinator, 617.951.0010 x521
Co-hosted by NEFA's National Dance Project, Arizona Presenters Alliance, Safos Dance Theatre, Arizona State University, Arizona Commission on the Arts, and the Mesa Arts Center.
The event meeting space is accessible for individuals using wheelchairs.Please contact firstname.lastname@example.org by November 4, 2016, if other accommodations are needed for your participation.
Photo by Caroline Huftalen