by Frank Holmes, reporter
Dozens of men who earned the military’s highest distinction are demanding that heads roll after President Joe Biden chose to pull the U.S. military out of Afghanistan in defeat and left hundreds of Americans stranded in Taliban-controlled territory.
No less than 90 generals and admirals from across the branches of the U.S. military have called on the main leaders and architects of America’s withdrawal to resign.
“A fundamental principle in the military is holding those in charge responsible and accountable for their actions or inaction,” the distinguished military servicemen wrote in an open letter to the administration. “There must be accountability at all levels for this tragic and avoidable debacle.”
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“The consequences of this disaster are enormous and will reverberate for decades beginning with the safety of Americans and Afghans who are unable to move safely to evacuation points; therefore, being de facto hostages of the Taliban at this time,” says the letter from Flag Officers 4 Freedom. “The death and torture of Afghans has already begun and will result in a human tragedy of major proportions.”
The generals point out the human cost of Biden’s bungling: He left 40,000 American citizens or Afghan allies “stranded in dangerous areas controlled by a brutal enemy,” the letter says. That includes an estimated 15,000 Americans and 25,000 Afghans who helped U.S. forces during the two-decade-long war.
And they’re not just lobbing a blanket condemnation. They’re not just saying “mistakes were made.” They’re naming names—and insisting that they tender their resignations.
The generals are informing Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Mark Milley that their time is up, and they should give President Biden their resignation letters—just like they gave him terrible advice by signing off on his evacuation debacle.
The generals’ letter says that these Biden administration advisers “should have recommended against this dangerous withdrawal in the strongest possible terms.”
The military brass say these political appointees should step down regardless of what they did.
“If they did not do everything within their authority to stop the hasty withdrawal, they should resign,” the letter says. “If they did do everything within their ability to persuade (President Biden) to not hastily exit the country without ensuring the safety of our citizens and Afghans loyal to America, then they should have resigned in protest as a matter of conscience and public statement” at the time.
Either way, they should be gone.
“The retired Flag Officers signing this letter are calling for the resignation and retirement of the Secretary of Defense (SECDEF) and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS) based on negligence in performing their duties primarily involving events surrounding the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan,” they write.
The military men who co-signed this letter know what it’s like to be national leaders—a few of them are even nationally known figures. One of them is a top aide to former President Ronald Reagan: his National Security Advisor, Vice Admiral John Poindexter.
Another is Rep. Ronny Jackson, R-Tex., the former White House physician who cared for Barack Obama and President Donald Trump who called on medical authorities to administer the cognitive test on Joe Biden.
There’s no way Biden could pass a cognitive skills battery that tests whether someone has dementia, Jackson has said.
He’s not the only person in the House calling for Biden to be removed from office. Multiple Republican congressmen have demanded that Joe Biden resign the presidency over his inept planning and flawed execution of the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan.
The list includes U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee, Josh Hawley of Missouri, and Roger Marshall of Kansas; as well as U.S. Congressmen Chip Roy of Texas, Byron Donalds of Florida, Vicky Hartzler of Missouri, Andy Biggs of Arizona, Jody Hice of Georgia, Claudia Tenney of New York, Warren Davidson of Ohio, Kevin Hern of Oklahoma, Kat Cammack of Florida, Ralph Norman of South Carolina, Lee Zeldin of New York, Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia, Brian Babin of Texas, Jackie Walorski of Indiana, Andy Harris of Maryland—and even more.
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Everyone demanding accountability for killing soldiers and stranding U.S. citizens is a Republican, of course.
The Democrats—who jumped to impeach President Trump over a phone call—have had nothing to say about the debacle, or the blood that’s on their party leader’s hands.
By signing this letter demanding that Biden’s advisers resign immediately, these 90 generals continue to serve their country.
Frank Holmes is a veteran journalist and an outspoken conservative that talks about the news that was in his weekly article, “On The Holmes Front.”


Apr 13, 2011, 10:06 PM EDT
In last year’s playoffs, the Phoenix Coyotes used home ice advantage and physicality to give the Detroit Red Wings a tough fight in their first round series. Ultimately, the Red Wings’ star power prevailed, especially in a dominant seventh game.
The Red Wings played Game 1 at home this time around, and despite a slow start, Detroit’s high-end talent proved too much for Phoenix once again. The Red Wings won 4-2 to take a 1-0 series lead.
Detroit 4, Phoenix 2; Red Wings lead series 1-0
Kyle Turris gave the Coyotes a surprising 1-0 lead just 2:16 into the game and the stingy Phoenix defense managed to hold the lead through the first period. Things fell apart for Dave Tippett’s team in the second period, though, as Detroit’s stars scored three goals. The Red Wings notched four unanswered goals overall before the Coyotes scored to make it 4-2.
Pavel Datsyuk was his typically dazzling self, scoring Detroit’s first goal and frequently showing off his elite dangling abilities. Johan Franzen had a goal and assist in the game, continuing his role as one of those players who elevates his play when the postseason begins. (Unless it’s just a coincidence, as stats bloggers might argue.) Brian Rafalski capped that three-goal second period on the power play while Jiri Hudler made a heads up play on a nice Drew Miller pass to make it 4-1 in the third. Radim Vrbata scored Phoenix’s second and final tally.
Even without Henrik Zetterberg (the leading scorer for Detroit this season), the Red Wings clearly tower over the Coyotes in terms of marquee talent. Phoenix will need even more from their impending free agent goalie Bryzgalov and much tighter defense if they hope to make this another epic series.
If not, they might have nothing to think about but their ownership issues by early next week.
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- What does Gen Z do for fun?
- What is the most powerful generation?
- How long will Gen Z live?
- What is the greatest challenge Generation Z faces?
- What does Gen Z value?
- What brands do Gen Z like?
- When did Gen Z end?
- Is Gen Z the most educated generation?
- What are some traits of Gen Z?
- What does the Z in Gen Z stand for?
- Is Gen Z smart?
- What colors do Gen Z like?
- Which generation is the smartest?
- What causes do Gen Z care about?
- Why is Gen Z the most powerful generation?
- How do you attract Gen Z?
- What do Gen Z shoppers really want?
What does Gen Z do for fun?
And it looks like Gen Z is indeed shaping up to be a homebody generation as well: Looking at their favorite activities by age, 13-18-year-olds are the most likely to say they “go out with friends” for fun in an average night, but playing video or mobile tops their list, followed by watching TV or movies..
What is the most powerful generation?
Gen ZGen Z is the most powerful generation for influencing the economy.
How long will Gen Z live?
around 120 yearsAccording to this, the average lifespan would increase up to a certain age and then stop increasing. This age would be around 90-95, or even a bit higher, but not higher than the currently maximum possible lifespan of around 120 years.
What is the greatest challenge Generation Z faces?
Both Gen Z & Millennials Believe This Is The Biggest Problem Their Generations Face NowClimate change.Debt.Social media.Drugs.Economy.Technology addiction.Racism / Discrimination.Wage inequality.More items…•
What does Gen Z value?
Freedom of Expression Is Essential to Gen Z Gen Z cares about the collective good and well-being. But they also care about everyone having the chance to be who they are in their lives. In other words, freedom of expression is vital to Gen Z. They want to support people and groups that are real (i.e. authentic).
What brands do Gen Z like?
PlayStation. 247.6.Walmart. 247.5.Target. 245.6.Doritos. 245.3.Nintendo. 243.5.
When did Gen Z end?
Which Generation are You?Generation NameBirths StartBirths EndXennials19751985Millennials Generation Y, Gen Next19801994iGen / Gen Z19952012Gen Alpha201320256 more rows
Is Gen Z the most educated generation?
The Economist has described Generation Z as a more educated, well-behaved, stressed and depressed generation in comparison to previous ones.
What are some traits of Gen Z?
An ethical, morally serious generation, Gen Z are mobile, wily, thrifty, and up for the challenge. They demand their brands to speak to them with the level of seriousness and honesty they bring to their interactions with the world, digital or otherwise. These qualities are important ones for marketers to understand.
What does the Z in Gen Z stand for?
While one would believe that the “Z” in “Generation Z” likely stands for something specific (ideally something that can be applied as a defining factor for the generation), the “Z” doesn’t actually stand for anything specific. … The term “Gen Z” actually stems from Generation X, the defined generation before Millennials.
Is Gen Z smart?
They’re smart. Generation Z are the essential digital natives. … McKinsey finds that “65% of Gen Zers said they particularly value knowing what is going on around them and being in control. They’re more comfortable absorbing knowledge online than in traditional institutions of learning.”
What colors do Gen Z like?
Gen Z Colors If you’re looking to attract the younger of the Gen Z generation, studies show that bright and contrasting colors are excellent for children. The older end of Gen Z tends to closely follow millennial trends. This includes the muted colors and pastels like “spearmint” green and blush pink.
Which generation is the smartest?
MillennialsMillennials are the smartest, richest generation — but they have it worse than their parents. Millennials are the smartest, richest, and potentially longest living generation of all time.
What causes do Gen Z care about?
According to research from Cone Communications, almost 30 percent of Gen Z are very concerned about the impact of poverty and hunger and prioritize it over the issue of economic development. Other top causes include the environment, human rights, and equality.
Why is Gen Z the most powerful generation?
Unlike the Millennials – who came of age during the Great Recession – this new generation was in line to inherit a strong economy with record-low unemployment. … Members of Gen Z are more racially and ethnically diverse than any previous generation, and they are on track to be the most well-educated generation yet.
How do you attract Gen Z?
With these characteristics in mind, here are five key actions you can take to attract Gen Z talent:Appeal to their digital preferences. … Highlight entrepreneurial experiences. … Convey a strong sense of community. … Showcase the diversity of your organization. … Leverage the power of brand ambassadors.
What do Gen Z shoppers really want?
Gen Z consumers are full of surprises. On the one hand, they want what their parents want— seamless delivery of retail essentials, such as value, choice, quality, convenience, and availability. On the other hand, as digital natives, they have their own expectations for how they want those essentials delivered.

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Eagles add QB Kyle Lauletta, 8 others to practice squad
Wide receivers Greg Ward and Marcus Green, tight ends Alex Ellis and Josh Perkins, defensive tackle Bruce Hector, guard Sua Opeta, running back Boston Scott, and linebacker Alex Singleton also were added to the 10-man squad Sunday, leaving one spot available.
Lauletta was drafted in the fourth round out of Richmond in 2018. He threw only five passes as a rookie, including one interception. Lauletta played well in the preseason, tossing four touchdowns, no picks and posting a 103.8 passer rating. He'll learn behind Carson Wentz, Josh McCown and Nate Sudfeld.
Green was a sixth-round pick by Atlanta this year and was among final cuts.
The other six players were waived by Philadelphia on Saturday.


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By Sheena Barnett
TUPELO – From “Fortunate Son” to “Proud Mary,” to “Who’ll Stop the Rain” to “Born on the Bayou,” fans will get a heavy dose of John Fogerty’s long list of hits at his upcoming performance in Tupelo.
The legendary singer-songwriter, who for years fronted Creedence Clearwater Revival, is performing in its entirety one of two Creedence albums, either “Bayou Country” or “Cosmo’s Factory,” at each of his live shows.
“I think it was an idea my wife had,” Fogerty said in a phone interview with the Daily Journal from his tour bus. “She just thought it would be a neat idea to create the atmosphere that a whole album creates.”
He’ll play a slew of hits in addition to those albums, too.
Fogerty said he loves playing live.
“I think it’s the ultimate part of making music. How you start when you’re young is, you’re probably just sitting in a room with a couple of friends playing guitar and singing songs you know from the radio. I remember sitting and playing ‘Blue Moon of Kentucky’ and thinking about Elvis Presley when I was very young,” he said.
“(Playing live) is a way of sharing. It’s a very social thing. You take the idea of making music with your friends, pretty soon that audience gets a little bigger and a little bigger. Hopefully, it’s still the same emotion, multiplied by 10 or 100 or 1,000.
“One thing I really love in concerts is looking out and seeing all those happy faces singing along. It’s such a cool thing to be a part of.”
Fans can take home that experience, too. Fogerty is offering downloads of all of his gigs on this tour. There’s a link on his website to all of the shows and their files.
“I played a concert with Widespread Panic and in doing that I learned that they make their shows available for downloading. Because of that genre (of music) I remembered way back when Grateful Dead not only allowed people to tape shows, they encouraged it. All those Deadhead people would be sharing their reel-to-reel tapes,” he said. “That just struck me, that’s exactly what we should be doing, so that’s the way it’s going to be from now on.”
Fogerty released his latest album, “Wrote a Song for Everyone,” this past spring. On it, he re-recorded his hits and fan favorites with artists such as Miranda Lambert and the Foo Fighters.
Fogerty is currently writing his memoirs.
“That’ll be interesting,” he said. “Hopefully, one of the things for me is I won’t have to keep telling this or that same story over and over. I can just hand them the book.”
And, as always, he’s working on new music.
“I love creating new songs and new music. When I have enough of something together I’ll release another record,” he said. “I love doing this. I was born to do this. As Tom Petty said, it’s the only thing I know how to do, so I’d better keep doing it.”

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3x3 International Illustration Show No. 17 now is over!
The 3x3 International Illustration Awards Show 2020 has recently opened the call for entries for its 17th illustration competition with the mission to spotlight the best contemporary international artists they can find and encourage a new focus on the use of illustration by the global editorial, advertising and design communities.
The 3x3 International Illustration Awards Show 2020 is calling for entries!
The 3x3 Magazine of Contemporary Illustration every year judging the world’s best contemporary illustration inviting all illustrators, art directors, graphic designers, educators, students, recent graduates, editors, publishers to submit they best work for its 3x3 International Illustration Awards Show.
There are two main categories in which you can participate:
• Professional Show - includes animation, advvertising, books including picture books, comics, corporate communication, covers, seven categories of editorial illustration, ephemera, fashion, gallery, packaging, posters, sci-fi, self-promotion, textiles, three-dimensional and unpublished.
• Student Show - include animation, books, picture books, illustration and sci-fi.
Images must be 1024 pixels on the longest side, 72 dpi, RGB, jpg. Organiser will request hires files from all winners for reproduction.
Animation entries must be entered in QuickTime format (.mov) and no larger than 25MB. Animated gifs are also accepted.
For books, comics or graphic novels enter the front cover with title and three to four representative spreads digitally.
• Single Entry: $35
• Series Entry (3–5 images with same theme): $60
Student Show Fees
• Single Entry: $15
• Series Entry (3–5 images with same theme): $35
Extended deadline is April 3rd 2020 and entries submitted after that day will be considered late and will incur an additional $10 late fee.
This illustration competition is open to all illustrators, art directors, graphic designers, educators, students, recent graduates, editors, publishers in all countries for commissioned and non-commissioned work produced and/or published prior to the show deadline.

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Gabriela Tucker Dog Houses, 2018-02-18 14:09:28. So firstly you need to measure you dog and then go out for purchasing the insulated dog houses. Other than this, you also get the igloo dog houses which are specially meant for the cold countries. Other than the size you also need to choose the design of the dog igloo. Make sure the dog fits into it otherwise the dog would not be able to use the house for a longer period of time and this means there will be wastage of money as well as time. The best thing about the insulated dog house is that it will help you keep your dog in a good condition even in the extreme summer as well as winter.
Deanna Walters Dog Toys, 2018-02-20 15:44:23. Whats not fun is watching your dog destroy it in 30 seconds. There are lots of toys that claim to be indestructible but are there really indestructible dog toys? It depends. First of all, its just a fact that some dogs are tougher on toys than others. Some dogs will love and cherish their toys, carry them around and even sleep with them. They would never dream of ripping the head off their favorite toy. On the other hand, there are some dogs who love nothing more than seeing how fast they can remove the face from any stuffed animal you offer them.
Mavis Shaw Dog Toys, 2018-02-20 15:48:28. Dont forget to choose some outdoor toys too. I make the distinction of outdoor and indoor toys at my house because we live on a farm/ranch and the dogs like to play with tennis balls, golf balls and other flying projectiles that I dont necessarily allow in the house. LOL. I do allow tennis balls in but only clean ones. Truthfully, its not necessarily the dogs that I worry about breaking stuff as it is as much their dad. As I said, the golf balls stay outside...
Socorro Dawson Dog Toys, 2018-02-20 15:38:38. The effort will pay off in a big way by allowing you to reinvent your playtime together and enjoying every moment you spend together. This can be an experience you both reap the benefits from. Since dogs are wild animals at heart, it shouldnt surprise anyone that dogs like to chew and, for some dogs, theyre only satisfied when they outright destroy. For these types of tough chewers, chew toys can become quite the expensive habit. But, dont worry, there are toys that are designed to keep both your dog and your wallet happy.
Deanna Walters Dog Toys, 2018-02-20 15:41:02. They had no idea of its background or if have ever had any dog toys. This is the MUST HAVE dog toy list for that medium size dog. Every dog should have a Busy Buddy Twist n Treat. This space ship shaped dog treat dispenser twists to make the treat openings larger or smaller. Therefore, you can use a variety of spreadable and dry treats in this dispenser. This interactive dog toy is easy to wash and keep clean because it twists apart. If you find out your dog does not care for treats this makes a fun bouncing spinning dog toy.
Socorro Dawson Dog Toys, 2018-02-20 16:02:15. Another soft dog toy manufacturer is My Good Dog. They make their softyetstrong chew toys out of the same two durable fabrics found in highend sneakers. Some of their toys even have a Vibram natural rubber chewing nub added for dogs who occasionally like something hard to chew on too. It has been said that a tired dog is a happy one. That may be true. However, it is certainly true that a tired dog has a happy owner. Dog toys and play serve a valuable function for you and your petbesides wearing him out and keeping him out of trouble, toys can stimulate his mind.
Mavis Shaw Dog Toys, 2018-02-20 15:53:55. The problem actually lays with us humans. Initially dogs were born and survived in the wild where they were naturally active and kept busy hunting for food and protecting themselves. Unfortunately, when we domesticated them, their lifestyles gradually became sedentary as they were brought into our homes and fed out of bowls instead of hunting for their food. To compensate for their lack of natural activities, it is necessary to provide plenty of dog toys and chew toys to keep them entertained and properly stimulated.
Deanna Walters Dog Toys, 2018-02-20 16:07:56. Choosing a toy that will suit your dog can sometimes be decided on their breed and size, buying a huge ball for a very small dog will be pointless. You should also only ever give your dog proper dog toys as these are safe for animals. Dog toys will not splinter and they are non toxic, if you think that any element of your new toy is unsafe then cut off string or tags to ensure your dog is safe. You and your dog will benefit from you purchasing dog toys; it will mean that you get up and active while playing with your dog.
Fleurette Dog Toys, 2018-02-20 15:50:34. Giggle Stick dog toys make sounds that many dogs love. Betsy advises the Giggling Flamingo; however, we suggest The Chuckle by Busy Buddy. Rubber surrounds this giggle stick, and so it is an extra durable dog toy. Because we do not know this dogs destruction style, it is best to find toys that are likely to last. Grunters are great deep noisemakers. Your dog is sure to love Kyjen Pet Products Furry Marmot. This super furry toy has a protected grunter in its body and a long tail. If your dog loves to shake its toys, it will love that long tail.
Fleurette Dog Toys, 2018-02-20 15:47:06. Always make sure that you buy bigger toys rather than smaller ones. Toys will last longer if your dog cant get the entire toy in his mouth. Just because your dog destroys stuffies and toys with squeakers doesnt mean he doesnt like them. On the contrary. He probably really loves them a lot. Unfortunately, you probably dont enjoy buying them so your dog can rip them apart in a few seconds. Do consider sewing them back up for your dog. He wont mind. You can also buy second hand stuffed animals at your local Goodwill for less than a dollar.
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One of our favorite photographs from our stint in the Nepal Himalaya in this spring’s Patagonia catalog. Shot last fall while on a traverse of the Khumbu Himal, home of heavy hitters such as Makalu, Cho Oyu and Everest. We were making our way up to a pass and stuck behind a long line of porters. Agnes started leap-frogging her way up the trail, even though there was no ‘passing lane’. The porters got a real kick out of this with several cheering her on as she jockeyed for pull position. Patagonia is using the picture to highlight it’s line of packs and travel bags in it’s corporate catalog this spring.
Best wishes on your travels.
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We are thrilled to have performed at this fabulous concert at Bingley Arts Centre in aid of ‘Children In Need’. We were one of several groups involved in this fundraiser. The other performers were Hot Aire Concert Band, Bradford and Airedale Youth Choir, Hall Royd Band, Fresh Aire, and Ilkley Stage Singers. Together we managed to raise an amazing £5,020.82! All of the music was fun, uplifting and aimed specifically at children and families. There was a real ‘feel good’ atmosphere and the audiences were full of appreciation and applause. What a wonderful event. Thank you to everyone involved!
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Brian Bennett’s 1978 space disco opus Voyage is the stuff of digger legend, and as such, has been the subject of some pretty bad bootlegs in recent years. Thankfully Australia’s Isle Of Jura label has come to the rescue with a proper and official reissue of this funky gem (complete with lovingly reproduced cover art featuring that bad-ass space ship). Bennett built a name for himself as drummer for the Shadows and was known for his music library work around this time. The stars aligned on Voyage however, as it contains a pontent mix of driving synth disco joints (“Voyage” and “Pendulum Force”) as well as cosmic chillers (“Solstice” and “Ocean Glide”). Solid work through and through.


text: Searching for a unique and colorful ornament to add to your holiday decor? Check out these beautiful metal ornaments. Add a colorful touch to your tree or around the house during the holidays or anytime of the year. Also makes a great gift! These ornaments come with a ribbon attached for hanging, and come in multiple shapes. They are available in dozens of cool designs, featuring psychedelic animals, colorful expressive dog portraits, vibrant rainbow mandalas, and fantasy creatures such as dragons and phoenix birds.


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|Publication number||US4230119 A|
|Application number||US 05/965,623|
|Publication date||Oct 28, 1980|
|Filing date||Dec 1, 1978|
|Priority date||Dec 1, 1978|
|Publication number||05965623, 965623, US 4230119 A, US 4230119A, US-A-4230119, US4230119 A, US4230119A|
|Inventors||Alvin S. Blum|
|Original Assignee||Medical Engineering Corp.|
|Export Citation||BiBTeX, EndNote, RefMan|
|Patent Citations (9), Non-Patent Citations (1), Referenced by (188), Classifications (17)|
|External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, Espacenet|
The present invention relates generally to the field of surgical equipment and more particularly, to a micro-hemostat for use in vascular surgery.
The micro-hemostat of the present invention is particularly useful in anastomosis which is a surgical technique for forming a passage between two normally distinct tubes or vessels of the body.
A common operation in which anastomosis is employed is a coronary artery by-pass operation in which blood is routed about a blocked portion of a coronary artery to restore and insure adequate blood supply to the heart muscle. In the normal by-pass operation, a short segment of a vein taken from another part of the patient's body is used. One end of this vein is connected to the aorta and the other end is connected to the blocked coronary artery below the blockage. The anastomosis connection between the aorta and the artery serves as the by-pass around the blockage.
The standard operative technique for making a coronary artery by-pass comprises first clamping off the aorta to occlude blood flow to all the coronary arteries. The by-pass connection is then made by suturing the veins in place. Many times multiple by-passes are required, and as a result, it may be necessary for the aorta to be clamped off for an extended period of time during which there is no blood supply to the muscle tissue of the heart or the myocardium. The prolonged suspension of blood supply to the heart can result in life threatening infarcts.
Recently a relatively simple technique for the local occlusion of a coronary artery without aortic cross-clamping during anastomosis was described in the literature. Mullen et al, Anals. of Thoracic Surgery, Vol. 23, No. 1 (July, 1977). In the described technique, the flow of blood through the artery is stopped with an occluding device made of silicone rubber and shaped like a T-tube with bulb tips. The occluder is inserted into the artery through an incision and the bulbs occlude the artery bi-directionally during the anastomosis. The occluders are soft and malleable and available in several sizes to fit different sized arteries. The occluder is removed from the artery just prior to placing the final stitches joining the vein and artery.
The occluder and technique described in the Mullen et al article are a significant improvement over the aorta cross-clamping technique previously used. However, there are surgeons who would prefer a technique in which the incision required for insertion and withdrawal of the occluding device would not have to be so large, in which the operating time consumed in selecting the correct size occluder could be reduced and in which the tissue supplied by the artery would not be without circulation while sizing and using the occluder.
It is an object of the present invention to disclose a micro-hemostat which requires a relatively small incision for insertion and withdrawal, which eliminates the time consumed in selecting the correct size device for an artery and which continues to supply blood to the tissue serviced by the artery during the time required to perform the anastomosis.
It is a further object to disclose a novel method of preparing the micro-hemostat.
The micro-hemostat of the present invention includes a T-shaped member having a highly flexible, double walled tubular bar. The stem of the T-shaped member is connected at one end to the outer wall of the bar and it communicates with an annular space between the walls of the bar. The other end of the stem is connected and communicates with a pressure bulb containing a pressurizing fluid to form a completely closed fluid system. The outer wall of the bar includes cuff portions of highly elastic material adjacent each end of the bar and the inner wall of the bar is a tube of relatively inelastic material. In use, the highly flexible, unpressurized bar is introduced into a blood vessel through an incision using the stem and the pressure bulb as a handle. The bar is then pressurized by squeezing the pressure bulb to inflate the cuff portions to form seals with the inner wall of the blood vessel and to rigidize the normally highly flexible portion of the bar between the cuff portions. As a result blood can flow through the blood vessel only by passing through the lumen of the bar. The stem can be closed to prevent fluid from returning to the pressure bulb and to retain the bar in a pressurized condition until the surgery is completed.
Because of the extremely small size of the micro-hemostat, a novel method of preparing the hemostat had to be developed as conventional assembly techniques proved to be impractical.
In the preferred method of preparation of the micro-hemostat, a T-shaped tube having a bar portion of highly elastic material is first formed and then a flexible, relatively inelastic tube inserted within the lumen of the bar portion of the T-tube. The elastic wall of the bar of the T-shaped tube serves as the outer wall of the double walled bar of the hemostat and the relatively inelastic tube forms the inner wall. The outer and inner walls are sealed at the ends of the bar to form a fluid tight annular chamber. The elastic outer wall of the hemostat bar is then either sealed to the inner wall or coated with a less elastic material to prevent if from expanding or inflating except in the cuff areas adjacent each end of the tube. The stem of the T-shaped tube which communicates with the chamber between the walls, is then connected to a pressure bulb for pressurizing fluid to form a completely closed fluid system. The pressurizing fluid either can be present in the bulb at the time of attachment to the stem of the T-tube or the bulb can be filled with the fluid through a resealable valve after it has been connected to the stem.
The micro-hemostat of the present invention, because of its highly flexible bar with non-preformed bulb ends can be easily folded and bent, thus it requires a smaller incision for insertion and withdrawal than do conventional occluders. Furthermore, since the micro-hemostat is inflatable once in place, a single size hemostat can be used with any of the blood vessels normally encountered in coronary surgery. As a result, the time lost in selecting the proper size occluder is saved. Finally, when the micro-hemostat of the present invention is used, tissue normally supplied by the blood vessel is not without circulation.
In one embodiment, the non-cuff areas of the outer wall are spot sealed with adhesive or welds to the outside of the tube forming the inner wall.
In another embodiment, the outer wall is prevented from inflating or expanding except in the cuff areas by adhesively sealing the inside of the non-cuff portions of the outer wall to ribs on the outside of the tube that forms the inner wall of the bar.
In still another embodiment, the non-cuff areas of the outer wall are coated sufficiently with elastomer to render them relatively inelastic although still highly flexible.
The micro-hemostat and its method of use will be further described in connection with the drawings in the specification which follows.
FIGS. 1 through 3 are perspective views showing an embodiment of the micro-hemostat of the present invention and its use in a surgical procedure;
FIG. 4 is a cross sectional view of the cuff portion of the bar of the micro-hemostat shown in FIG. 1;
FIG. 5 is a cross sectional view of the bar portion of the micro-hemostat of FIG. 1 taken along lines 5--5 in FIG. 4;
FIG. 6 is a perspective view partly in section of a second embodiment of the micro-hemostat of the present invention;
FIG. 7 is a sectional view of the bar of the micro-hemostat of FIG. 6; and
FIG. 8 is a cross sectional view taken along lines 8--8 of FIG. 7.
In the drawings, the views have been enlarged to facilitate an understanding of the invention.
In the drawings, the micro-hemostat of the present invention is generally referred to as 10, and it is seen to include a generally T-shaped member having a tubular bar 11 and a tubular stem 12 which joins the bar to a pressure bulb 13 containing a pressurizing fluid 14 which is preferably sterile saline. The bar 11 includes an outer wall 15 and an inner wall 16 which are joined in a fluid-tight system at each end of the bar so that the space between the two walls forms an annular chamber 17 for receiving the pressurizing fluid 14. The tubular stem 12 of the hemostat is connected at its inner end to the outer wall 15 of the bar so that the lumen of the stem 12 communicates with the chamber 17. The other end of the stem 12 is connected and communicates with the pressure bulb 13 to form a completely closed fluid system for the pressurizing fluid 14.
In the embodiment of the invention shown in FIGS. 1 through 5, the outer wall 15 is highly elastic, the inner wall 16 is relatively inelastic and the normally annular chamber 17 is deformed by a plurality of spaced seals 18 (seen only in FIGS. 4 and 5). The seals 18 which may be formed with spot welds or adhesives attach the inner wall 16 to the outer wall 15 and are arranged so that all areas of the chamber 17 are interconnected. Thus, when the pressure bulb 13 is squeezed the pressurizing fluid 14 can flow freely to fill the entire chamber 17. The seals 18 are further arranged so that the normally, highly elastic outer wall 15 is prevented from expanding or inflating except for the cuffs 19 adjacent each end of the bar 11 where the inner wall 16 to the outer wall 15 are not attached by seals 18.
The inflated shape of the cuffs 19 is shown by broken lines in FIGS. 1, 3 and 4 and by solid lines in FIG. 2. The pressurizing fluid 14 when introduced into the bar 11 under pressure not only inflates the cuffs 19, but its presence in the intermediate portions of the bar 11 between the cuffs 19 causes the normally flexible bar 11 to become more rigid. As seen in FIGS. 2 and 3, the tubular stem 12 can be closed with an external clamp 20 to retain the pressurizing fluid 14 in the bar so that the cuffs 19 remain inflated and the bar 11 rigid.
In FIG. 6, an embodiment of the micro-hemostat 10 is shown in which there is a one-way valve 21 in the stem 12. The one-way valve 21 prevents the return of the pressurizing fluid 14 to the pressure bulb 13 and eliminates the need to use the external clamp 20 for that purpose. If desired, the valve 21 may be of the type which can be manually opened to permit the return of the fluid 14 to the bulb 13. Suitable valves are disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 4,009,711 and U.S. Pat. No. 4,060,080.
As seen in FIG. 6, the second embodiment has a safety bulb 22. The safety bulb 22 provides additional assurance that the cuffs 19 will be fully inflated, but not over inflated with pressurizing fluid 14. The wall of the safety tube 22 preferably is made of slightly less elastic material than the elastic wall of the cuffs 19. Thus, when the pressure bulb 13 is squeezed and the pressurizing fluid 14 is forced into the chamber 17 of the bar 11, the cuffs 19 will first expand to form a seal with the blood vessel wall and then when further expansion of the cuffs 19 is restricted, but, before the cuffs 19 can cause damage to the walls of the blood vessel, the safety bulb 22 will expand. Therefore, the user of the second embodiment can visually determine by observing the expanded safety bulb 22 that the cuffs 19 have been sufficiently inflated to form the desired seals with the blood vessel wall. The safety bulb 22 also provides a visual signal when the closed fluid system of the micro-hemostat 10 has been inadvertently opened, e.g., by nicking with a sharp instrument.
In FIGS. 7 and 8, an embodiment of the hemostat 10 is shown in which the tube which serves as inner wall 16 of the bar 11 is provided with longitudinal ribs 23. The ribs 23 cooperate with the walls 15 and 16 to provide channels 24 which permit the pressurizing fluid 14 to flow from the stem 12 through the intermediate arm portions of the bar 11 to the cuffs 19. The presence of the fluid 14 under pressure in the channels 24 renders the flexible bar 11 more rigid. In order to facilitate the flow of pressurizing fluid 14, portions 23a of the ribs 23 are removed in the cuff area and where the stem 12 joins the bar 11.
When a ribbed inner tube is employed as the inner wall 16, it is possible, if desired, to eliminate the use of adhesive or spot welding to prevent the elastic outer wall 15 from expanding. This can be done by coating the non-cuff portions of the outer wall 15 with a material that renders them inelastic. Obviously, the elastic material making up the cuffs 19 must be either protected during the coating process or formed after the coating process is completed.
A preferred method of making the embodiment of the micro-hemostat employing the ribbed tube is to first dip coat a T-shaped mandrel which takes apart for stripping in a silicone elastomer. The mandrel is dipped to form a substantial thickness over the stem 12 and intermediate arm portions of the bar 11 and the silicone material on the mandrel is trimmed off at the two distal ends where the cuffs 19 will start. The mandrel is then dipped again to form an additional layer of cuff thickness and cured. The tips are then trimmed and the material which is to form the cuffs is rolled up back upon itself. The mandrel is removed and a relatively inelastic inner tube with longitudinal ribs 23 is inserted into the lumen of the tubular bar 11 of the thus formed T-tube. The tube preferably has been previously modified by grinding or cutting off segments 23a of the ribs 23 all around the circumference at the center and at the end of each arm in the cuff area to provide the channels 24 for the flow of the pressurizing fluid. If desired, the tops of the ribs on the tube can then be coated with adhesive before the tube is positioned inside the bar of the T-tube. Using an inflatable mandrel the adhesive coated ribs 23 of the inner tube can be forced against the inner wall of the bar of the T-tube. A tapered mandrel can also be used for the same purpose. When the adhesive is cured, the cuffs can be unrolled and the ends of the outer wall 15 and inner wall 16 sealed by dip coating or cementing. Finally, the pressure bulb 13 can be attached to the stem 12 with adhesive to form the complete micro-hemostat 10.
The pressure bulb is preferably provided with a resealable valve so that it can be filled after it has been thus assembled. A suitable resealable valve which is also comprised of silicone material is disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 3,919,724.
Although in the preferred embodiments of the invention which have been described, the entire micro-hemostat has been described as being made of medical grade silicone, other suitable materials such as polyurethane also can be used.
In the embodiments of the invention shown in the drawings, the pressurized bar of the micro-hemostat can be depressurized by either unclamping the stem, opening the one-way valve or cutting the stem. Since the prepared pressurizing fluid is sterile saline there is no disadvantage in cutting the stem and cutting the stem does have its advantage that the hemostat will not be reused.
A method of using the micro-hemostat 10 will now be described in connection with FIGS. 1, 2 and 3. Prior to using the micro-hemostat 10 a section of artery A to be anastomosed is located and a longitudinal incision B is made. The unpressurized, highly flexible bar 11 of the micro-hemostat is then easily inserted into the artery A through the incision B using the bulb 13 and stem 12 as the handle. The bar 11 is positioned in the blood vessel A so that the ends of the bar 11 extend in opposite directions from stem 12 past the edges of the incision B. Since the hemostat 10 is inserted downstream of the blockage in the artery A, the insertion is normally accomplished without any great loss of blood. The pressure bulb 13 is squeezed to force the pressurizing fluid 14 into the chamber 17 to inflate the cuffs 19 and rigidize the intermediate arm portions of the bar 11. When the cuffs 19 have been adequately inflated, the blood flowing through the artery passes through the lumen 11a of the tubular bar 11. When the hemostat 10 is properly in place and pressurized the stem 12 is then closed with either a one-way valve 21 or an external clamp 20 as seen in FIG. 3 to keep the bar 11 pressurized and the cuffs 19 inflated.
The blood vessel C to be connected to artery A is then placed over the incision B as seen in FIG. 3. Artery A is then lifted from inside by using the stem 12 and bulb 13 as a handle to stabilize the artery and facilitate the suturing of the blood vessel C to the artery about the incision B. Sutures are prepared about the incision through which the stem 12 extends, but are not drawn tight. The clamp 20 is then removed to permit the pressurizing fluid to leave the cuffs and the intermediate portion of the bar 11 and to return to the pressure bulb 13 so that the micro-hemostat 10 can be readily removed from the artery A. Once again, the stem 12 and the pressure bulb 13 are used as a handle for this purpose. The suturing of the blood vessel C to the artery A is then quickly completed with a minimum of blood loss. Because of the flexibility and softness of silicone rubber the use of the preferred micro-hemostat results in a minimum of trauma to the site of the anastomosis.
It will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, that a number of modifications and changes can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. For example, in some instances it may be desirable to replace the pressure bulb of the described micro-hemostat with a resealable cap on the stem. The pressurizing fluid to rigidize the highly flexible bar and inflate the cuff is then introduced under pressure from a separate bulb or syringe through a cannula extending through the resealable cap; the opening in the cap formed by the cannula closes upon the withdrawal of the cannula. Other conventional means of closing the stem may also be employed. Therefore, it is intended that the invention not be limited except by the claims which follow.
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North Central Santa Fe has a rich cultural history and used to be considered the capital for the Spanish "Kingdom of New Mexico". These days, visitors can enjoy the many museums, galleries and dining options available in this beautiful and historic city.
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January 24 – Hollywood Reporter
By Jonathan Handel
The changes in entrance rules and initiation fees will be of great interest to current and prospective members of both unions and close off a key route to a SAG card.
AFTRA’s open door policy – which allows anyone to join the union online by paying the initiation fee – will end if SAG and AFTRA merge, The Hollywood Reporter has learned. In its place will be new SAG-AFTRA rules that primarily mirror SAG’s existing ones – a set of requirements that have made a meme out of “How do I get my SAG card?”
In addition, the price is changing: at $3,000, the new initiation fee is higher than SAG’s $2,277 or AFTRA’s $1,600, but less than the two combined.
That translates to a 23% savings for actors who would otherwise join both unions – as many do, since the overwhelming majority of new scripted television series have gone AFTRA since 2009, while movies remain a SAG-only business.
To read the entire article, click here.


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The Haverhill Historical Commission is seeking the public's help on its project telling the stories of the city's shoe factory workers.
The commission is asking residents for stories and memories of shoe workers from the 1890s to the 1950s. It is also asking residents to contact the commission if they can identify shoe workers in photos that will appear regularly in the Gazette.
The public can share stories of shoe workers and identify workers in the photos by emailing commission Chairwoman Carol Crowell at firstname.lastname@example.org.
Current commission members include Crowell, Vice Chairwoman Celeste Hynick, Secretary Daniel Spurling, and researchers Edgar Movsepian, Kathy Kimball and Marilyn Sandberg.
The commission plans to build a memorial to shoe workers in front of the new downtown parking garage. The garage is central to the area where the history happened, as the shoe workers both worked and lived within minutes of where the garage now stands now.
The small area in front of the garage will be named Shoe Workers Memorial Plaza. The commission also plans to display pictures and stories of the workers in the first floor of the parking garage.
— Alex Lippa


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Costa Rica Steadiness of Commerce
Costa Rica recorded a commerce deficit of 280.60 USD Million in February of 2019. Steadiness of Commerce in Costa Rica averaged -278.31 USD Million from 1995 till 2019, reaching an all time excessive of 139.60 USD Million in April of 1999 and a file low of -661.40 USD Million in October of 2012. Costa Rica’s lack of mineral sources makes the nation reliant on imports of fuels (11 p.c of complete imports). In consequence, the nation has been registering commerce deficits since 1995. Costa Rica´s primary exports are: digital elements and medical gear. Costa Rica´s primary buying and selling associate is america (37 p.c of complete exports and 52 p.c of imports). Others embody: Panama, Guatemala, China and Mexico. This web page supplies the newest reported worth for – Costa Rica Steadiness of Commerce – plus earlier releases, historic excessive and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, financial calendar, survey consensus and information.

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Fascinating view of the waterfront and harbor in New York City, showing ship building, commerce and an idealized image of Manhattan at the outset of the American Revolution.
The text below the view loosely translates to: "New York, a city in North America on the Island named Manhattan at the mouth of the Hudson River, which was first settled by the Dutch in 1615 and called New Amsterdam. In 1666 it was taken over by the British and named New York." The view presents a fanciful look at New York Harbor. As noted in the catalog entry for the John Carter Brown copy of this view:
This perspective view, or "vue d'optique," was a special type of popular print published in Europe during the 18th century. These prints were viewed through a device called an "optical machine" or an "optique." This view is not of New York, but is one half of William Woollett's engraving of the Royal Dock Yard at Deptford, England. The other half of that engraving was transformed by Leizelt into a view of Philadelphia.
The present example of the view is a rare variant edition, with no text at the top.


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Whether you call it Fat Coffee, paleo coffee, Bulletproof Coffee, keto coffee, coconut oil coffee, or another name… Or if you make it using tea instead, this drink, in one form or another, has been around for centuries, maybe even thousands of years, and this fatCoffee review is taking a look at one company in particular who has made a very interesting product to make the whole process a lot more simple for us.
Around the world, people would mix ghee with coffee for long-tasting energy, and this drink has had a surge in popularity recently, mainly to do a handful of bloggers and entrepreneurs.
We want to take a look at another brand who are taking the idea of butter coffee, and rather than trying to cash in on the idea by slapping a fancy name onto regular ‘ol coffee beans and bottles of MCT oil, they decided to innovate and actually find a solution for one of the most annoying aspects of making and drinking paleo-style coffee everyday.
One of the annoying things about making butter coffee is that it’s kind of a whole to-do… From measuring out the ingredients, to blending them together, to having to clean everything afterwards, it’s just not the most fun first thing in the morning when you need that first cup.
The folks at Ninja Goat Nutritional have created something new called fatCoffee, which is a little packet that has a mixture of healthy fats pre-measured so you’re good to go.
Here’s a look at the ingredients in fatCoffee (“keto coffee”) by Ninja Goat:
- Organic ghee,
- Organic coconut oil,
- MCT oil,
- Whole powdered goats’ milk,
- Organic cocoa butter,
- Some will also have vanilla, mint, and other natural flavors added,
- You’ve got to try the Pumpkin Spice.
I recently had a chance to try a few packets of fatCoffee after they offered to send some our way. This is not a paid review, and the only compensation that I received was 4 packets of fatCoffee valued at $10. If you decide to check out their trial pack or place an order, we’ll receive a small commission as well, so thanks for helping to support Tea Perspective while enjoying amazing coffee! We hope you find this fatCoffee review to be helpful and insightful, and we’re looking forward to featuring other brands offering different methods in the near future, as well, so you’re in the right place for all your keto coffee needs.
Where the fatCoffee packets really shine is the fact that they make it simple to put this drink together (It only takes a couple of moments), and they mix more easily so you don’t need a blender. Everything you need to make your oil coffee is in the packet, save for the coffee itself.
The easiest way to put butter in coffee
So, all you’ve got to do is brew a cup of coffee however you normally would, add the packet, and mix it together. You can use a handheld milk frother, you can use a shaker bottle, you can even use a whisk and a bit of moxie.
Alternatively, you can use a blender as well, but one of the nice points about these packets is that you don’t need a blender if you don’t want to fuss around with cleaning it. Because of how easy they make it to create this popular drink, they’re also excellent for travel or taking with you to the office.
If you like to pick up a cup of coffee from a drive-thru in the morning, you can even mix one of these packets into it on the go, presumably. You’ll need to put in some work with that stir stick, but it can be done. Granted, I haven’t used these packets outside of my home because that’s where I drink my coffee.
Also, note this is an on-going review, since I’ve still got one packet left, and I’m going to mix it with tea soon and I’ll report back with the results.
If you’re interested in trying this stuff for yourself, just visit the Ninja Goat Dojo and pick up a trial pack of their fatCoffee for $10.
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This page will be updated shortly with a video, some photos, and some more information about my experience drinking this tasty Bulletproof coffee alternative.

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This article in today's LA Times is enough to give me nightmares. Warning against election day potential problems are huge, ranging from the 30,000 voters who were purged from the Colorado lists to the problems of long lines that will cause people to leave for work rather than vote. The Colorado voters will be allowed to vote provisionally, but the Republicans have adopted a very aggressive policy to challenge voters.
The reason? Obama supporters registered 2-to-1 over McCain supporters in battleground states like Ohio, Colorado, Nevada, Florida. Republican dirty tricks want to disenfranchise these new voters any way they can. They treat this responsibility as a game, and will do what they can to deny people their voice.
Vote. Vote. Vote. If you have a job to go to, either vote early or take the day off. You cannot be docked pay for voting. Don't give up, don't cave in, don't be afraid. Do not be complacent. Vote.


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Psychoneuroimmunology is the study of the relationship between the mind or psyche, the nervous system and the immune system. Another way to state this is the relationship between stress the immune system and our health. When we are “stressed” the body produces “stress-induced” chemicals like cortisol and epinephrine – which are part of our survival mechanism and absolutely necessary. These chemicals rise in the blood in order to protect us from immediate harm. The problem arises when these chemicals are chronically elevated due to ongoing stress triggers i.e., modern life.
How can we turn down this stress response, you say? By increasing its opposite, the
relaxation response. It is no mistake that women, in particular, are flocking to the yoga studio. A review of the literature studying the benefits of yoga found that, compared to no exercise, yoga was linked to a lower rate of obesity, reduced high blood pressure and even tended to reduce high cholesterol. The Cochrane Collaboration found that yoga can reduce diastolic blood pressure and triglycerides in the blood and increase the HDL (good) cholesterol.
Another easy way to induce the relaxation response is to practice “deep breathing” techniques – which have long been part of meditation. The researchers at Harvard Medical School found that practicing deep breathing 20 minutes a day for eight weeks increased the expression of genes involved in energy release and increased the protein NF-B – which is part of the body’s response to inflammation, stress and trauma. The end result is that deep breathing helps to reduce the symptoms of anxiety, lowers heart rate and blood pressure, and improves oxygenation of tissues.
The practice of meditation continues to attract the attention of scientists for its potential stress-relieving effects on the mind and body. Thailand researchers studied the effects of transcendental meditation (which creates a state of profound relaxation while remaining awake). Over the course of 18 weeks, study participants felt less anxiety, felt better in social situations at work as well as with their private relationships with family and friends.
Break your stress pattern and take the time to breathe deeply and “smell the roses” – preferably daily.
Take the time to still your mind and body. Your health depends on it.
Until next time….

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Joe Nicholson's verdict: Signs of progress under Jonathan Woodgate yet surprising statistics highlight spluttering start
It was certainly more reassuring – not the finished article by any means yet Boro’s 1-1 draw with Preston North End marked an admirable response following Saturday’s horror show.
Jonathan Woodgate can’t have enjoyed his side’s 4-1 home defeat to Sheffield Wednesday and some will have argued cracks were starting to appear.
But, while Tuesday’s result made it just two wins in ten league games for the Teessiders this season, there was at least some cause for optimism after this display.
It may not seem that way to some supporters, and there was some cynicism when the club’s official Twitter account posted: ‘A step in the right direction’ after the match.
After years of competing for promotion in the Championship, it may take a while for expectations to align.
Boro have taken a different direction under Woodgate, who, despite admitting he may have to tweak things, has always insisted he will stick to his beliefs.
In terms of stats, though, Boro’s attacking numbers aren’t too dissimilar compared to when Tony Pulis was in charge last season.
In their ten league games under Woodgate, Boro have averaged a total of 10.7 shots per game, compared to 11.4 under his predecessor.
The Teessiders’ expected goals total has also deteriorated from 1.31 goals per game under Pulis to 0.8 per game under Woodgate.
Stats don’t always tell the whole story, though, and one thing which does seem more apparent this season is that players are being allowed to express themselves.
That has been evident with Paddy McNair, who has been Boro’s standout performer this season and impressed with his forward runs from midfield.
Woodgate also resisted the temptation to revert to a back three against Preston, after his side’s defence was well and truly breached at the weekend.
Instead, wingers Marcus Tavernier and Marcus Browne took their opportunities to impress and justified their selections in a 4-3-3 set-up.
The pair were a threat throughout and, while Preston saw more of the ball, Boro created the better chances on the break.
That may not completely convince some supporters who want their side to dominate games. Even so, as Woodgate pointed out, this was a step in the right direction.


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An exciting new experience available to 10,000 U.S. Naval Sea Cadets throughout the United States.
This unique program began as Thunder Bay Odyssey. Sponsored jointly by the Noble Odyssey Foundation, the Naval Sea Cadet Corps, and the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Underwater Preserve, located at Alpena, Michigan on mighty Lake Huron, each group of young Cadet seafarers will experience 10 action-packed days of nautical training, diving and scientific research at the nation’s largest shipwreck preserve and the only National Marine Sanctuary in the Great Lakes.
The Great Lakes Odyssey program provides a unique "hands-on" educational experience in marine and maritime sciences and diver training. Voyages range throughout the Great Lakes.
Science teachers from schools throughout the U. S. learn about the technologies and methods used by scientists to study the Great Lakes environment. Much of the course is conducted aboard training and research vessels on Thunder Bay, Lake Huron.


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When it comes to plastic surgery, it's necessary that you know most things about it in the first place.
Reconstructing certain features of your body is the principle that goes with plastic surgery. When it comes to the reasons why plastic surgery is needed, you should know that there are several to be mentioned. Aside from cosmetic purposes, you should also know that plastic surgery is something that's done for the health of the patient. The need for a reliable plastic surgeon is also necessary for this kind of operation procedure. This is because plastic surgery is something that's considered to be a delicate process and you'll only want the best surgeon for that.
When it comes to hiring botox thousand oaks surgeon for your personal reconstruction procedure, there are certain things that you have to keep in mind. Checking for credentials is a necessary thing to do if you want to make sure that you'll be able to find the right plastic surgeon. Hiring the right plastic surgeon means choosing the one that already has years of successful experience in the field of reconstruction surgery. Hiring the best one that you can find is necessary since plastic surgery is not something that you should take for granted.
Enhancing your body's features are the primary goal of breast reduction surgery and that's quite the main attraction about it. Also, the main target of plastic surgery are those who are having trouble with their body's features. Although plastic surgery is something that can be done to almost any part of the body, it's a known fact that facial features are prioritized for this procedure. Plastic surgery is something that's mainly availed by those who feel that their facial features could do a bit of reconstruction to look better. As a matter of face, successful facial reconstruction is something that's given a lot of people their newly found confidence. Other than facial features, you should also know that plastic surgery is known for enhancing the features of one's chest area. Plastic surgery is also something that can enhance one's look if they need to lose weight. As for the facial reconstruction surgeries, you should know that there are different types that you can choose from. The Botox injection is one of the most used methods when it comes to this matter.
New technology for body features reconstruction have also proven to be beneficial in the recent exploits in plastic surgery. This is also the public assurance that plastic surgery is something that's meant to help different kinds of people. Plastic surgery methods have also grown to become convenient to use in most situations. Patients also get to avail more practical reconstruction options thanks to the existence of new laser reconstruction technology. Also, you have to keep in mind that operating this kind of equipment means that the plastic surgeon must already have years of practice to operate it in addition to their surgery knowledge. Discover more information about plastic surgeon, go to http://www.ehow.com/facts_4827233_pros-cons-plastic-surgery.html.


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The town of Huehuetlán is located in the Municipality of Huehuetlán (in the State of San Luis Potosí). There are 13 inhabitants. In the list of the most populated towns of the whole municipality, it is the number #41 of the ranking. Huehuetlán is at 366 meters of altitude.
Do you want to locate the town of Huehuetlán? You can find it at 0.3 kilometers, in direction Southwest, from the town of Huichihuayán, which has the largest population within the municipality. And with respect to Huehuetlán, which is the capital of the municipality, it is located at South, at 7.4 kilometers. To enjoy the Huehuetlán location through satellite images, at the bottom of our webpage you have an interactive map.
Where is Huehuetlán? How to get there? Map
Map to know how to get to Huehuetlán (San Luis Potosí) by road and with geographical references of the surrounding towns. With the controls you can zoom in and out to the position of Huehuetlán, which has the following symbol
Want to view a satellite photo of Huehuetlán? In this link you can see a satellite image of the area, completely updated, to locate your house, for example..
The population of Huehuetlán (San Luis Potosí) is 13 inhabitants
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Satellite photo of Huehuetlán
Amazing satellite GPS maps of Huehuetlán, to see from space this beautiful village, as well as the surroundings of the municipality of Huehuetlán. You can search free satellite map (2023) of Huehuetlán.
Population pyramid of Huehuetlán (San Luis Potosí)
We have compiled data on number of inhabitants of Huehuetlán by age and sex, to show you the following population pyramid of the town, from the year 2005. You can check how the percentages of children and adults are distributed, in addition to women and men. With this data you can analyze the demographic structure, and know if in Huehuetlán there is a generational replacement.
Photos of Huehuetlán
In order for you to enjoy nature around Huehuetlán, we have compiled a collection of sightseeing and monument photographs of the town and its surroundings. Access a completely free online image gallery of Huehuetlán, so you can even use it as a wallpaper to always remember this beautiful town.
The Postal Code of Huehuetlán (San Luis Potosí) is 79880
Are you going to send a letter to Huehuetlán? Do you have a friend in Huehuetlán and want to send them a gift through the postal service? The Postal Code of Huehuetlán consists of the following 5 digits: 79880. If you want to know more about how Post Codes are determined in Mexico, the first two postal digits of Huehuetlán ("79") correspond to the state code of San Luis Potosí, and the last three correspond to the people themselves. In Mexico, the same ZIP code can be assigned to several towns.
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