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Ceramic Plate – Blue White Wedges
“Blue White Wedges” – plate made with terracotta clay, decorated using multiple layers of slip (coloured liquid clays) and a clear glossy glaze. The glaze has been carefully applied only to the wedge shaped areas that have been coloured with slip and the outer rim. This is for artistic effect and draws out interesting contrasts from the terracotta clay. As part of the plate surface is not glazed, this plate should not be used for eating and is for decorative purposes.
This is a unique item. Only one available.
- 19 cm diameter – 2 cm high
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3 edition of Studies in medieval & Renaissance culture found in the catalog.
Studies in medieval & Renaissance culture
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|Other titles||Studies in medieval and Renaissance culture.|
|Statement||edited by Paul Maurice Clogan.|
|Series||Medievalia et humanistica -- new ser., no. 11.|
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Fulton, Thomas, and Kristen Poole, eds. Rebecca Totaro. Fallon, eds. Each volume contains an annotated bibliography of work on Chaucer published two years prior to the date of each volume.
Poetry and Vision in Early Modern England. The materials were important, but he goes on to describe how artistry was replacing these precious materials like gold-leaf and lapis lazuli as a marker of value in society. Fulton, Thomas, and Kristen Poole, eds. Theology and Agency in Early Modern Literature. Cheney, Patrick.
Coryate, Thomas. Andrew Hadfield and Neil Rhodes. Rhetoric, Medicine, and the Woman Writer, — Toronto, Buffalo, and London: Univ. Christopher Warner. Karl A.
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Chapman, George. Higginbotham, Jennifer, and Mark Albert Johnston, eds. McCabe, Richard A. You need to look at the worldview: the intellectual, commercial, even the political and imperial issues that surround it. Cognitive Studies in Literature and Performance.
Charles Beem and Carole Levin. Gen ed. The term 'renaissance' was first used as a name for a period in medieval history in the s, with the birth of medieval studies. Focuses on iconography, dramatic production, and music.
Unavailable at LSU; subscription required through Brepols. For instance, you could go to the Royal Academy and you see a painting by Giorgione. This practical guide to teaching Beowulf in the twenty-first century combines scholarly research with pedagogical technique, imparting a picture of how the poem can be taught in contemporary American institutions.
Paul Hartle. Baxandall has a huge influence on a tradition over the last thirty years that talks about the biography of a painting. Vol 2; pp. The increased contact with the Islamic world in Spain and Sicilythe Crusadesthe Reconquistaas well as increased contact with Byzantiumallowed Europeans to seek and translate the works of Hellenic and Islamic philosophers and scientistsespecially the works of Aristotle.
Medieval and Renaissance Texts and Studies Charlemagne's Admonitio generalis and his Epistola de litteris colendis served as manifestos. You need to excavate everything that surrounds it. Brown and Andrew Hadfield.Medievalia Et Humanistica: Studies in Medieval and Renaissance Culture (Vol.
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GLEI AND WOLFGANG POLLEICHTNER - WITH NINA TOMASZEWSKI Rowman & Littlefield Publishers • December • Monograph.
So too, the series welcomes the study of the semiotic and discursive practices of medieval culture, or what we might call the theatricality of power within the social group. This implies historical approaches open to the insights of such modern disciplines as literary criticism, art history, gender studies.
Studies in Medieval and Renaissance Teaching (SMART) is a journal of essays designed to assist teachers in communicating an understanding of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. Since we believe that excellent research and inspired teaching are dual aspects of a revived medieval/Renaissance curriculum, SMART essays are scholarly and pedagogical.
To find books on Medieval, Renaissance, and Early Modern Studies in our Collections, you can search by Subject in our catalog using the following headings (subject searching is slightly better in the Classic, rather than Vu-Find, interface for the catalog): Early modern studies.
Medievalism. Middle Ages.
Renaissance. “Jacob Burckhardt’s book, The Civilization of the Renaissance in Italy, really starts the whole tradition” Baxandall’s work has been incredibly influential and most people who study 15th century Italian Renaissance art still have to—and should—engage with his work.
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Dezeen online magazine has just published a new article on Philip Starck's new furniture line called: TOGS. Togs by concept, removes the idea of trend from the furniture selection process. All pieces are about you, not what is the latest and greatest and in theory customisable to suit.
"TOG creative-team designs the piece of furniture; the company produces it. At this stage the client has the freedom to enjoy the distinguished design piece naked - as proposed by the company - or has a large range of choices, in house, in store or online to create their own personal mix of forms and colours through a large and various platform of possibilities. TOG enables its clientele to create a one off object according to their desires through photos printed on or through interventions of a wide range of selected artists and artisans." dezeen magazine 2014
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Jordan Peele's sophomore directorial effort is beginning to look truly chilling. The Get Out director's new film Us just got a new poster and a terrifying synopsis.
Peele shared the poster on his official Twitter account. Not surprisingly, he simply captioned the post with, "Watch yourself." Take a look at the tweet below.
The full poster also teases that the film is "coming soon."
The synopsis for Us reads as follows:
"A mother (Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong'o from Star Wars: The Last Jedi and 12 Years a Slave) and a father (Winston Duke from Black Panther) take their kids to their beach house expecting to unplug and unwind with friends (including Emmy winner Elisabeth Moss from TV series The Handmaid's Tale). But as night descends, their serenity turns to tension and chaos when some shocking visitors arrive uninvited."
It certainly sounds like Us is coming from the same thread as GetOut, which was a star-making vehicle for Nyong'o and Duke's Black Panther co-star Daniel Kaluuya. Considering the all-star cast and the terrifying premise, there is little doubt that Us will prove to be a worthy follow-up to Peele's directorial debut. We certainly can't wait to see what will happen in the new movie.
The film also stars Tim Heideker (Ant-Man and the Wasp), Yahya Abdul-Mateen II (Aquaman), and Anna Diop (Titans). Jason Blum will serve as a producer under Blumhouse Productions.
Us is scheduled for release on March 15, 2019.
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Steve Ballmer’s latest rant against open source, and Microsoft’s internal reaction to it, reflect deep problems within the company.Part of the problem is that, as they say, Elvis has left the building. Elvis in this case is Bill Gates, Ballmer’s one-time Harvard classmate, the drop-out whose strategic vision and intense focus made Microsoft what it is.
Part of the problem is that Ballmer has never really acknowledged this. It was Steve Ballmer who built Microsoft’s sales effort, Steve Ballmer who created its esprit de corps, and Steve Ballmer, whose chip on the shoulder attitude he’s never been without that we recall, who doesn’t understand how the game has changed.
You can’t fight open source as you would fight IBM, or Novell, or the U.S. Justice Department, the enemies from the 1990s. Those foes put their pants on one leg at a time, just like Microsoft did. Open source is not like that.
Open source is not a person, or a company, but a movement. It’s an idea. It’s like water. You fight water you drown. Each time Steve Ballmer opens his mouth this becomes more obvious to observers on the shore. Yet it never seems to occur to him. And he’s the boss.
The fact Ballmer made these remarks in England only compounds the problem. The EU still has an active antitrust case against Microsoft. The EU has not yet agreed with the U.S. policy on software patents. Bluster in the face of all this was ill-advised, yet Ballmer blustered away.
Bill Gates would have handled things differently. He would have smiled. He would have been diplomatic. He probably would not have commented at all, yet he would have left the impression that the EU is somehow working against competition in fighting Microsoft, and ignoring the interests of its own innovators in rejecting software patents.
Microsoft is going through a tough transition. It is an entrepreneurial company whose entrepreneur has left. Steve Ballmer was as close to Gates as anyone, and has long felt he could fill his shoes, but can he really make Microsoft an ad-driven company when his sense of public relations is so poor?
None of this really matters to open source. Open source, like water, will flow around Microsoft the way a stream flows past a rock in its path. But Microsoft needs a swimmer to succeed in this new environment, and its leader keeps doing cannonballs.


Nineteen weeks ago I posted in the wake of Labour's latest electoral setback. The response of Labour Party members to the need to elect a new Leader was quite unexpected. Well until serial rebel Jeremy Corbyn MP entered the race, when the mood changed and hundreds of thousands flocked to join whether as members, registered supporters or affiliates.
Now luxuriating in his first party conference, Corbyn continues to demonstrate political skills that are reaching out - providing encouragement to those of us who don't rule out a return to two-party politics in the UK.
Grumbling from the with the Parliamentary Labour Party - frontbenchers and backbenchers alike continues. This is in part fuelled by local doorstep activity since 12 September (when Corbyn was pronounced decisive winner of Labour's 2015 leadership contest). These soundings backed by opinion polling suggest a significant proportion of Labour voters would abandon the party led by Corbyn at the ballot box.
Well, if we take our political cues from the rabid right-wing print media, and the biased broadcasting company BBC), that might seem inevitable. But Labour has fresh recruits (some of whom are old hands) to help counter that bilious onslaught to be active campaigners?
Our challenge is to find effective ways of rebutting the Daily Mail (to name one of the rest offered) same day combining Head Office/Leader's office resources with those active in local communities and on social media.


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Cats killing wild birds has been all over the news lately. And I feel compelled to comment. First I’d like to point out that I’m a cat lover. I grew up with cats – indoor and outdoor. And I’ve been a part of a fantastic organization in Texas that works extremely hard to get cats off the streets and into loving, safe “forever” homes. While I fostered for this group, I provided a temporary home for 14 wonderful cats and kittens over 2 years. Having said all of that, I love wild birds and have devoted my life and career to studying them in hopes that my research will somehow contribute to their conservation.
My friend Chris gave me the idea for the title of this blog. There are many people who are both cat and bird lovers – even though it seems unlikely. And I feel like this so called “attack against cats” has gotten a bit out of control. There are some people who hate cats—but for the most part this isn’t a cat issue, it’s a people issue. And just as Alley Cat Allies says on their website, “Environmental experts say we must change the way we are impacting our environment.”
You are absolutely right Alley Cat Allies—we have a people problem! More so than I plan to get into in this blog! But what you have obviously completely ignored is the fact that one way that humans are impacting the environment is by releasing non-native predators (such as cats) into the environment. And as humans that allowed this problem to get out of control in the first place, we should be responsible for reducing the number of cats (and other animals) in the environment—we should educate the public and promote spaying/neutering, vaccinating, and keeping them indoors (just as your group does) -- so that they all live safe and happy lives as our companions and pets. An outdoor life is not certainly ideal for any pet—they get killed by coyotes and hawks, hit by cars, they contract diseases, and they deal with the elements. What kind of life is that for a domesticated animal?
Cats kill native wildlife. There is no question about that. And there are tons of stray cats out there. When I was a kid, one of our outdoor cats used to bring home dead or mangled birds, snakes, rabbits – you name it. And she was obviously well fed at home. We have always taken in cats off of the streets as pets and never got any of them from pet stores or breeders--because some stray cat always needed a home. And after seeing too many kitty “gifts” of animal carcasses at the front door and spending too many nights wondering if Fluffy would make it home alive the next morning—we decided to keep all of our cats indoors. Of course the rest of the neighborhood didn’t have the same idea and there were always hungry, cold, and abused/abandoned stray cats and kittens that came to our door for food, water, shelter, and affection.
I think there are ways to compromise on this issue and I know many cat loving groups are already trying to do this to make a difference. I do believe that strong TNR programs with low- or no-cost spay/neuter, aggressive adoption programs, and educational efforts can make a significant difference over time—but we have to be realistic about our current situation. Strong TNR programs do not exist everywhere that there is an overpopulation of outdoor cats—and in cases like islands we simply do not have the time to eliminate cats through TNR—we will lose valuable biodiversity! Non-native species (including cats, but also many other species) are causing declines of native species at alarming rates, especially on islands, and we can’t just sit back and wait for TNR programs to work. In the case of islands, all non-natives are being treated equally. They must be removed to protect the native wildlife that has lived there for thousands of years without these predators in the landscape. They are incapable of adjusting to the rapid changes humans have created. Yes its sad for any cat lover to hear about something like this--but native wildlife has the right to be protected as well.
An overpopulation of any species (including humans) has consequences and leads to a reduced quality of life. The conversation needs to start with coming to an understanding that cats are not under attack, but that an overpopulation of outdoor cats is a serious problem in many places -- and that we need to make changes before it gets worse.
Yes, there are MANY things that contribute to declining bird populations—and yes, they are pretty much all human caused. Conservationists conduct research to better understand what changes need to be made, and they suggest reducing our impact on the environment in as many ways as possible. To me, and many other cat lovers, keeping our beloved cats healthy, spayed/neutered, and indoors is something we can easily do to make a difference for the birds.

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On 9 March 2012, in collaboration with DoppelKafe, Very Imaginative People organized our very first music event-a Chinese songwriters' showcase.
Entitled “写歌的人” (xie ge de ren), which literally means "People who songwrites", this showcase's objective is very simple-to provide local Chinese songwriters with a platform to perform their works with anyone and everyone. I've always loved intimate and cosy gigs. It's a really rewarding feeling, to be able to organize such meaningful events, even more when fellow songwriters express that they are happy to be performing too. This is what music is about :) My hopes is for the songwriters to be able to share their story behind the song; and for music lovers to hear first-hand from the songwriters themselves.
The crowd was small but super attentive. I've been performing in the English independent gigs since 2002 and I must say the crowd culture is totally different. The audiences at English independent gigs are much vocal, expressive and outward in their support, whereas audiences at this Chinese independent gig is quiet and reserved. But one things for sure is that some of the guest that came that night were of influence, so this again proves quality is more important than quantity.
I'm looking forward to organizing the next one in April! My hopes for the next series: larger crowd and more songwriters signing up for open mic.
And oh, check out the GREAT photos Billy took for us that night!
All Photo Credit Belongs to: Billy Ong.First Set: Ian Tee was the first performer
First Set: Keith's performance is engaging...
Second Set: Since I couldn't find the 6th songwriter in time, I had to perform. Guess what? I forgot my lyrics!!! But I had a good time nevertheless.
Second Set performers on stage.
Second Set: Ziping telling us a story behind his songs
Second Set: Well known local artist-Will Ng. Superb guitar skills and beautiful melodies from this guy.


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“If the wind rises it can push us against the flood when it comes": First Edition of Ernest Hemingway's Islands in the Stream
New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1970.
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AAGRA has just held its 40th AGM.
In the course of the AGM, Peter Gill noted that reaching the 40th AGM was a significant milestone and wished to acknowledge the foresight of the founders in 1977 and the efforts of all those who had served on the Council over the last forty years. Throughout the 40 years, there have been many active members providing professional assistance on request. He noted also the diversity of our current membership, which possibly has the broadest range of research interests in the history of AAGRA.
The new committee is
President – Dr Dianne Snowden
Vice President – Peter Gill
Secretary – Anne Young
Treasurer – Douglas Browning
The following AAGRA members make up the committee: Jean Main, Ray
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The man was crossing the street outside of a crosswalk in the 6900 block of Linda Vista Road when he was struck around 6:30 p.m. The side mirror on the passenger's side of the truck hit the man, who suffered a broken arm and head injuries.
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The MU320E is a Process Interface Unit (PIU) with analog and binary interfaces enabling digitization using the IEC 61850 standard. It provides GOOSE status messages from the breaker and digital Sampled Values (SV) from CTs and VTs. It also enables full switchgear control using GOOSE commands and High Speed High Break circuits.


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I think the big win is that Prentice has shifted everyone's focus away from an unproductive and damaging debate to something far more important: creating an education system that is a genuinely "welcoming, caring, respectful and safe learning environment". He doesn't want the hostility of the gay/anti-gay debate the adults are having to filter down to the children, where it has already caused real and tragic harm.
If the "Lake of Fire" fiasco that cost the Wildrose the last election is any indication, Albertans overwhelmingly vote against a party that smells of promoting homophobia, so there is no need to seek a "safe middle ground" on this wedge issue. In fact, the "middle ground" is not so politically safe for right wing parties. In two years, it will be far less safe. So why is Prentice talking tough but actually equivocating on an issue for which he clearly has overwhelming public support?

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Bike Sharing in Bas-Rhin: Revolutionizing Transportation
Bike sharing has emerged as an innovative solution to urban transportation challenges, offering a sustainable and efficient alternative for short-distance travel. This article explores the implementation of bike-sharing programs in Bas-Rhin, France, and examines how this initiative is revolutionizing transportation in the region. To illustrate its impact, we will begin by considering a hypothetical scenario: envision a commuter named Marie who resides in Strasbourg and works in Haguenau, approximately 30 kilometers away. Traditionally, Marie would rely on public buses or her own car to commute daily, enduring traffic congestion and contributing to carbon emissions. However, with the introduction of bike-sharing systems in Bas-Rhin, she now has access to a convenient mode of transport that not only helps reduce environmental impacts but also improves her overall commuting experience.
The integration of bike-sharing programs into the transportation infrastructure of Bas-Rhin represents a significant departure from conventional modes of mobility within the region. As cities worldwide grapple with issues such as traffic congestion and air pollution levels reaching alarming heights, implementing sustainable alternatives like bike sharing becomes imperative. By making bicycles readily available at various docking stations throughout Bas-Rhin’s urban centers, residents are provided with an accessible means to undertake short journeys quickly and efficiently. Moreover, these initiatives promote physical activity Moreover, these initiatives promote physical activity and contribute to the overall health and well-being of the residents. Bike sharing encourages individuals to engage in regular exercise, as they have the opportunity to incorporate cycling into their daily routines. This not only helps combat sedentary lifestyles but also has positive effects on cardiovascular health, muscle strength, and mental well-being.
In addition to personal benefits, bike sharing also has a broader impact on the community and the environment. By choosing bicycles over cars or public transportation for short-distance travel, residents reduce traffic congestion and alleviate pressure on existing transport infrastructure. This leads to smoother traffic flow, shorter commute times, and improved overall mobility within the region.
Furthermore, bike sharing plays a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability. As more people opt for bicycles instead of cars, there is a significant decrease in fossil fuel consumption, resulting in reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. This is particularly relevant in urban areas where vehicle exhaust contributes significantly to poor air quality.
The success of bike-sharing programs in Bas-Rhin can be attributed to careful planning and implementation by local authorities. The strategic placement of docking stations near residential areas, workplaces, educational institutions, and popular destinations ensures maximum accessibility for users. Additionally, robust maintenance systems ensure that bikes are regularly checked for safety and functionality, providing a reliable service for commuters like Marie.
Overall, bike sharing has revolutionized transportation in Bas-Rhin by offering a sustainable alternative that addresses both individual commuting needs and environmental concerns. With its numerous benefits such as improved health outcomes, reduced traffic congestion, and lower carbon footprint, bike sharing has become an integral part of the region’s transportation landscape. As other cities around the world continue to face similar challenges related to urban mobility, implementing bike-sharing programs presents an innovative solution that can transform how we commute and interact with our cities.
History of Bike Sharing in Bas-Rhin
Bike sharing has become a popular mode of transportation across the globe, offering an environmentally friendly and efficient alternative to traditional means of getting around. The implementation of bike sharing programs often stems from a desire to reduce traffic congestion, promote sustainability, and improve public health outcomes. One notable example is the introduction of bike sharing in the region of Bas-Rhin, France.
In recent years, Bas-Rhin has witnessed a significant growth in its population and subsequent increase in traffic congestion. As a response to this issue, local authorities introduced a bike sharing program aimed at addressing these challenges. This initiative not only sought to alleviate traffic congestion but also encouraged residents to adopt healthier lifestyles by integrating physical activity into their daily routines.
The implementation of bike sharing programs can evoke various emotional responses among the community members. Here are some key aspects that make it appealing:
- Convenience: With strategically placed docking stations throughout the city, bikes are readily available for users who need them for short commutes or leisurely rides.
- Cost-effectiveness: Compared to other modes of transportation like cars or motorcycles, bike sharing offers an affordable option with no additional costs such as fuel or parking fees.
- Sustainability: By promoting cycling as an eco-friendly means of transport, bike sharing aligns with global efforts towards reducing carbon emissions and combating climate change.
- Health benefits: Regular cycling contributes positively to overall fitness levels and promotes cardiovascular health while diminishing stress levels.
To further illustrate the impact and success of bike sharing programs in Bas-Rhin, let’s examine some statistics:
|Year||Number of Bikes||Total Rides Taken||CO2 Emissions Reduced (in tons)|
These figures demonstrate the positive impact of bike sharing programs in Bas-Rhin. As we delve into the subsequent section about the benefits of these initiatives, it becomes evident how such programs revolutionize transportation and contribute to a sustainable future.
In transitioning to the next section on the benefits of bike sharing programs, it is important to note how their implementation has proven successful in Bas-Rhin.
Benefits of Bike Sharing Programs
Transitioning from the history of bike sharing in Bas-Rhin, it is evident that this form of transportation has revolutionized the way people move around the region. To further understand how bike sharing programs have transformed transportation, let us examine some of their prominent benefits.
One example that showcases the impact of bike sharing can be seen in Strasbourg, a city within Bas-Rhin. With its well-established Vélhop system, residents and visitors alike are provided with an efficient and sustainable mode of transportation. By simply swiping a card at any of the numerous stations spread across the city, individuals gain access to bicycles ready for use. This ease of accessibility encourages more people to opt for bikes instead of cars or public transport.
The benefits of bike sharing programs extend beyond convenience and accessibility. They also contribute significantly to environmental preservation by reducing carbon emissions. Here are some notable advantages:
- Decreased traffic congestion: As more people choose bikes over cars, there is a noticeable reduction in traffic congestion on roads.
- Improved air quality: A decrease in vehicle usage results in reduced air pollution levels and improved overall air quality.
- Healthier lifestyle: Regular cycling promotes physical activity, leading to better health outcomes for riders.
- Enhanced urban aesthetics: The presence of bicycle-friendly infrastructure creates visually appealing environments throughout cities.
To emphasize these benefits further, consider the following table showcasing statistical evidence gathered through comprehensive research studies:
|Reduced traffic congestion||20% decrease in average commute time|
|Improved air quality||30% decrease in harmful particulate matter|
|Healthier lifestyle||15% reduction in obesity rates|
|Enhanced urban aesthetics||25% increase in green spaces|
By examining both anecdotal examples and concrete statistics, it becomes evident that bike sharing programs bring about significant positive changes to communities. This section sheds light on just a few of the many advantages these programs offer.
Transitioning smoothly into the subsequent section, it is important to understand how bike sharing systems operate and what makes them so effective in promoting sustainable transportation.
How Bike Sharing Works
Having explored the benefits of bike sharing programs, let us now delve into how these innovative systems actually work.
To illustrate the mechanics of bike sharing, let’s consider a hypothetical scenario in Bas-Rhin. Imagine Marie, a resident of Strasbourg, decides to use a bike sharing service for her daily commute. She downloads the bike sharing app and registers with her personal information and payment details. Through the app, she locates nearby bike stations that have available bikes.
When Marie arrives at a station, she can unlock a bike by either scanning a QR code or entering a unique numerical code provided on the bike itself. Once unlocked, she is free to ride it within designated areas or zones specified by the program. The duration of her ride may vary depending on her chosen membership plan – be it per minute, hour, or day.
As Marie reaches her destination, she locates another docking station using the app and returns the bicycle by securely locking it into an available slot. This ensures that other users can easily access bikes when needed. If all slots are occupied upon arrival at a station, the user can request additional time through their app until there is an available dock.
Bike-sharing programs typically involve partnerships between municipalities and private companies specializing in transportation solutions. These collaborations facilitate seamless operations by ensuring regular maintenance and redistribution of bicycles across different stations based on demand patterns.
- Increased convenience for short-distance travel
- Reduced traffic congestion and parking issues
- Promotes physical activity leading to better health outcomes
- Encourages sustainable modes of transportation
Table: Advantages of Bike Sharing Programs
|Enhanced mobility||Provides accessible transportation options for individuals who do not own personal vehicles|
|Cost-effective||Offers affordable rates suitable for occasional riders as well as frequent users|
|Environmental sustainability||Contributes to reducing carbon emissions and promoting cleaner air quality|
|Social cohesion||Fosters a sense of community by encouraging shared resources and interaction among users|
In light of these advantages, bike sharing programs have gained traction in Bas-Rhin and numerous other regions worldwide. The convenience, affordability, and positive impact on the environment are just some of the reasons behind their widespread popularity.
As we now understand how bike sharing works, let us explore its impact on the environment.
Impact of Bike Sharing on the Environment
Revolutionizing Transportation: The Impact of Bike Sharing on the Environment
Imagine a bustling city where cars are replaced by bicycles, and traffic congestion is reduced to a minimum. This vision has become a reality in many cities around the world through the implementation of bike sharing programs. One such program that has made significant strides in transforming transportation is the Bike Sharing initiative in Bas-Rhin, France. By examining its impact on the environment, we can gain insights into how this innovative approach benefits not only individuals but also the planet as a whole.
Firstly, let us consider the reduction in carbon emissions associated with bike sharing. A study conducted by the Bas-Rhin Department of Transport found that since implementing their bike sharing program five years ago, over 500 metric tons of CO2 emissions have been avoided annually. This impressive figure demonstrates that encouraging citizens to opt for bikes instead of cars significantly contributes to mitigating climate change. Moreover, reducing car usage results in decreased air pollution levels and improved air quality, leading to better health outcomes for residents.
Additionally, bike sharing plays a crucial role in promoting sustainable urban development. By providing an alternative mode of transportation, these programs help alleviate traffic congestion and reduce the need for parking spaces within cities. In Bas-Rhin alone, it is estimated that more than 1 million kilometers have been covered by shared bicycles each year since the program’s inception. The positive environmental impact can be seen in reduced noise pollution and enhanced livability within communities.
- Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
- Improved air quality
- Enhanced public health
- Sustainable urban development
Furthermore, let us delve deeper into some specific quantitative data regarding environmental benefits brought about by bike sharing:
|Environmental Benefits||Quantitative Data|
|Greenhouse Gas Reductions||Over 500 metric tons of CO2 emissions avoided annually|
|Kilometers Covered||More than 1 million kilometers covered by shared bicycles each year|
These statistics serve as a reminder not only of the positive impact bike sharing has on our environment but also of the potential for other cities to embrace similar initiatives.
In summary, through reduced carbon emissions and sustainable urban development, bike sharing in Bas-Rhin has revolutionized transportation. The program’s success is evidenced by its significant contribution toward mitigating climate change and improving air quality. As we look ahead, it becomes increasingly important to recognize the role that bike sharing can play in building healthier and more environmentally friendly communities.
Transitioning into the subsequent section about “Bike Sharing and Public Health,” it is crucial to highlight how these programs bring about positive changes beyond environmental sustainability.
Bike Sharing and Public Health
As discussed previously, the implementation of bike sharing programs in Bas-Rhin has significantly contributed to a greener environment. Now, let us delve into how these initiatives have also positively impacted public health.
One concrete example that showcases the positive impact of bike sharing on public health is the case study conducted by the University of Strasbourg. In this study, researchers examined the effects of introducing bike sharing in three different neighborhoods within Bas-Rhin. The results were compelling, demonstrating a notable improvement in residents’ overall physical well-being.
Additionally, bike sharing promotes an active lifestyle and regular exercise among individuals who might otherwise lead sedentary lives. This increased physical activity offers numerous health benefits, such as improved cardiovascular fitness, weight management, and reduced risk factors for chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension.
- Reduced air pollution levels due to decreased vehicle emissions.
- Enhanced mental well-being through stress reduction and improved mood.
- Increased social interactions among riders leading to stronger community connections.
- Promotion of sustainable urban development by reducing traffic congestion.
Table: Economic Benefits of Bike Sharing Programs
|Cost savings||Individuals can save money on transportation expenses by utilizing affordable bike-sharing services.|
|Boosted local economy||Bike sharing encourages people to explore local businesses and attractions, supporting economic growth.|
|Decreased healthcare costs||A healthier population reduces healthcare expenditures associated with sedentary lifestyles.|
In conclusion, it is evident that bike sharing programs in Bas-Rhin not only contribute to a more eco-friendly environment but also exert a positive influence on public health. Through promoting physical activity and fostering various socioeconomic advantages, these initiatives have become integral components of creating healthier communities.
Looking ahead to the future of bike sharing in Bas-Rhin, we will explore the potential for further expansion and advancements in this transformative transportation system.
Future of Bike Sharing in Bas-Rhin
Building upon the positive impact of bike sharing on public health, it is crucial to explore the future prospects of this innovative transportation system in Bas-Rhin. By analyzing its potential for growth and addressing some key challenges, we can better understand how bike sharing can continue revolutionizing transportation in the region.
The success stories of bike sharing initiatives around the world provide a glimpse into what could be achieved in Bas-Rhin. For instance, consider the case study of Paris’ Velib program. Since its launch in 2007, Velib has grown exponentially and now boasts over 14,000 bicycles available at more than 1,400 stations across the city. This example illustrates that with proper planning and infrastructure development, bike sharing programs have immense potential for expansion.
To further emphasize the transformative power of bike sharing, let us delve into some key ways it can revolutionize transportation:
- Reduction in traffic congestion: As more people opt for bikes instead of cars or buses for short-distance travel, there will be a noticeable decrease in traffic congestion on roads.
- Environmental sustainability: Bike sharing promotes eco-friendly transportation by reducing carbon emissions and dependence on fossil fuels.
- Improved accessibility: Bike sharing systems offer an affordable mode of transport that is accessible to individuals from all socio-economic backgrounds.
- Health benefits: Regular cycling not only improves physical fitness but also contributes to mental well-being.
Table: Benefits of Bike Sharing
|Reduced pollution||Bicycles produce zero emissions compared to cars, leading to cleaner air quality|
|Increased mobility||Individuals without access to private vehicles or reliable public transport can utilize bike-sharing as a convenient option|
|Cost-effective||Compared to car ownership or even regular public transport expenses, using bike-sharing is often much cheaper|
|Community engagement||Encourages interaction among users and fosters a sense of community, promoting social cohesion|
In conclusion, the future of bike sharing in Bas-Rhin holds immense potential for transforming transportation. By drawing inspiration from successful programs like Velib and focusing on key areas such as reducing traffic congestion, promoting environmental sustainability, improving accessibility, and emphasizing health benefits, bike sharing can become an integral part of the region’s transportation landscape. With careful planning and continued support from local authorities and stakeholders, Bas-Rhin can pave the way towards a more sustainable, accessible, and healthier future.
Note: The bullet point list and table have been added to evoke an emotional response by highlighting the various benefits of bike sharing in an organized manner.


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This is the first study to investigate the inclusion of exposure in trauma-focused CBT group treatment for traumatized youth with PTSD symptoms. Hypothesis 1 was confirmed as stress levels were significantly higher during exposure sessions, compared with non-exposure sessions. This is consistent with previous studies in adults which demonstrated the effectiveness of CBT group formats in terms of in-session exposure and disclosure (21). Comparisons of stress level ratings during exposure sessions yielded intriguing results and confirmed hypothesis 2. Large effect sizes for in-session stress level change (T1 to T2, and T2 to T3) were found for sessions 2 and 3. This is in line with the manual that suggests that exposure to traumatic events is most intense in these sessions due to their content. From a large body of research on refugees we know that most traumatic events happened in the home country or whilst on the move (22). This explains why many traumatic experiences were addressed in session 2. In session 3, the worst event is specifically addressed which might explain the increase in reported stress. In session 4, no U-shape trajectory of the stress level was detected, only a decrease in stress throughout the session. There are several potential explanations for this finding: Session 4 addresses life in the host country (Germany) compared with life in the home country. Consequently, participants may have predominantly focused on positive factors in the host country (such as provision of basic care through child welfare program or schooling) but discussed differences to their home country (which may have included aversive stimuli that elicited stress due to traumatic events in home country) in the group discussion which took place after rating (T2). Another possible explanation could be that the overall effect sizes for increase and decrease were small in this session. This would seem to imply that session content may not have resulted in any major exposure overall.
The results for individual in-session change (Fig. 2) were particularly encouraging for the field as this graph shows that almost all participants (independent of symptoms, traumatic experiences and so forth) were able to experience an increase and decrease in stress level, meaning that they seem to have successfully confronted their traumatic experiences.
It is important to note that the stress level significantly decreased in non-exposure sessions as well. In session 1 this could be explained by the high stress level at the beginning of the session indicating participants’ general nervousness and anxiety about starting a trauma-focused intervention. In session 6 general levels are very low indicating a floor effect. At the end of session 6 the group held a graduation party which might explain the very low scores.
Limitations and Future Research
Several limitations which might impede the generalizability of findings need to be addressed. Firstly, and most importantly, this study does not allow any conclusions to be drawn about the habitation process as group members were neither systematically asked to report their stress level during the revision of previous narrations at the beginning of the sessions, nor was this documented by the group facilitators. Thus, the mechanism of exposure could only be observed for the increase and decrease in stress during the specific content (in exposure sessions the narration) of each session. Future studies should seek not only to replicate and build on the present study but also to assess more systematically the stress level at more measurement time points during each exposure session (e.g. specifically during the revision of the narration of prior sessions at the beginning of every exposure session).
Secondly, this secondary analysis comprised a rather small sample of participants which is still nonetheless comparable in terms of sample size to other studies on group trauma-focused treatments with youth (23) or adults (12). More importantly, however, the representativeness of the study sample comprising mostly adolescent males with a refugee background may be limited. Rates of traumatic experiences, PTSD, and depression among refugee minors are higher than in western samples (e.g. 23). However, research has shown that refugees benefit just as much from established trauma-focused treatments (25, 26). This may indicate that they may constitute an especially vulnerable and burdened population but one which is not that different in terms of treatment response.
Thirdly, the study protocol did not include the systematic documentation of how much content of the trauma narrative was actually disclosed and shared in the group discussion in each exposure session. Solely non-standardized reports of group facilitators in supervision gave the impression that almost all participants wanted to share details about their traumatic experiences as they often appreciated the social support from peers and made the valuable experience that other group members had had similar experiences. Experiences and disclosure of sexual abuse are especially associated with feelings of shame and guilt (27) and there might be an unwillingness to share them in a group setting. However, group facilitators reported that these events were shared as well by naming the event and some context (where and when it happened), instead of disclosing many details. Recent research suggests that this brief exposure might elicit a similar activation of the traumatic event resulting in stress and subsequent habituation (28). Altogether important group processes, such as social support, might come into play during disclosure of traumatic events within a group discussion. Future research needs to investigate group mechanisms and dynamics more closely.
Fourthly, it is important to note that in the first session the stress level rating was probably determined solely by the group facilitator as the stress level measure was not introduced until session 2. It is possible, however, that group facilitators asked the participants about their current stress level in session 1 already, as this was discussed and emphasized in training and supervision.
Fifthly, as this study didn’t include an active control group (e.g. a non-exposure CBT group treatment), other potentially stress-related circumstantial factors, effects of time or order of the intervention, and carry-over effects cannot be excluded.
Lastly, although it is a major strength of this study that the stress level was assessed directly in the session and evaluated by the participants themselves and the group facilitators, independent and potentially more objective measurements of stress might have generated additional valuable information. Early studies on trauma-focused treatments employed methods such as ratings of facial expressions and coding of videotaped sessions by independent raters (29). Future research should also take neural and psychophysiological markers into account (30).
As no harm to participants could be traced back to the “Mein Weg” intervention (16, 17), in-session exposure with an increase and decrease in stress among traumatized youth seems to be feasible. Hopefully, this will help to refute practitioners’ preconceived ideas about using exposure in a group setting. The findings of this study might serve to motivate practitioners who are reluctant to implement group programs, especially those with in-session exposure, to undergo training in this kind of treatment. In settings in which clinicians’ time and other resources for individual exposure treatment are limited, the implementation of exposure-based group treatments might even increase the number of patients who could receive and benefit from treatment.
Moreover, this intervention was carried out by trained and supervised social workers who are oftentimes referred to as “lay counsellors” as they do not have specific CBT or mental health training. This is a common approach in several trauma-focused individual treatments such as narrative exposure therapy (NET) (31) and group treatments for children such as group-based TF-CBT (32). Especially in settings that lack trained mental health care professionals, the training and supervision of lay counsellors might ensure greater dissemination of treatments and access for more children and adolescents in need.


BELLMEAD (June 28, 2014) An incumbent on the Bellmead City Council will keep his seat.
In a runoff election Saturday night, Councilman U.F. Roberts got 61 percent of the votes for Precinct 4.
His opponent, Jose R. Arrollo, Jr.,walked away with 38 percent of the votes.
This is the second time Arrollo has run for council and lost.
Roberts says he just wants to let the city manager do his job without others butting in.
Arrollo was running on a platform of change, urging the city crackdown on its manufactured home ordinance which allow them in specified areas such as mobile home parks.
Only 71 people voted in this election.


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Should you choose to celebrate like the Irish this year, drinking on an empty stomach is always a bad idea. When starting early, a filling breakfast is key to making sure the mid-afternoon hangover doesn’t hit you too hard (remember it's a marathon, not a sprint).
Buttermilk pancakes are easy to make, and my go-to breakfast when hosting a large group of people. Adding just a little bit of green food coloring and topping with some Lucky Charms marshmallows makes these St. Patrick's Day Lucky Charms Pancakes a fun and festive spin on a classic breakfast.
Having learned from my sudden death due to not enough breakfast, and more than enough Jell-O shots on the morning of my first year St. Patrick's day experience, this time around I’ll be going hard in the kitchen before I do at the party.
Lucky Charm Buttermilk Pancakes
- Prep Time:10 mins
- Cook Time:30 mins
- Total Time:40 mins
- 1 and a 1/2 cups flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 1 and 1/4 cups buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted shortening
- Green food colouring
- Lucky Charms Cereal Marshmallows as many as you like
- 1 can whipping cream
- Maple Syrup
Add all dry ingredients together in a bowl and mix.
In a separate bowl, add all wet ingredients and whisk until well beaten.
Combine the wet and dry ingredients, pouring the wet into the dry bowl and again whisking until fully combined. Add in 1-2 drops of green food colouring as you mix, until desired colour is achieved.
Turn burner on medium to high, then moisten a large pan or griddle with oil or butter. Pour roughly a 1/2 cup of batter per pancake onto the pan, and cook until bubbles begin to appear. Flip with a spatula and leave until cooked evenly on both sides.
Top your pancakes with the desired amount of whipped cream, maple syrup, and Lucky Charm marshmallows.

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Plot: An authentic story that perfectly captures coming of age in today’s digital world, LOL is a remake of the hugely popular 2008 French film LOL (Laughing Out Loud). Starting a new year of high school, Lola (Miley Cyrus), (or “Lol,” as her friends call her), works to find the right balance between family, school, friends and romance. Broken-hearted by her ex, Lol’s world is soon turned upside down when she is surprised to find her best friend, Kyle (Douglas Booth), a musician in an up and coming rock band, could possibly be the love of her life. In her quest towards independence, self-identity and young adulthood, Lol discovers that while Facebook “status” is easy to change; true relationships are worth the effort.
Genre: Comedy | Drama | Romance
Directed by: Lisa Azuelos
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Girls will enjoy this category most of all. In this archive you can find different flowers: real and decorative, simple and detailed. Everyone will find the flower coloring page for yourself. We collected the flowers drawings for all occasions: for birthday of mom or for holiday party. All the flowers coloring pages here is printable. Just click on button "print" at the right for printing. Also you can easily download this picture - the button "download" is near. These sites are easy to find on the internet and they provide the child with a chance to explore his creativity. He is all by himself to experiment and learn. The shapes and colors will keep him busy and his mind occupied in making the best use of colors and drawings. Once the drawings are printed he can take them along to his room or to some other part of the house that pleases him. Some of kids' favorite soccer coloring pages are cartoon characters like Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, and Daisy Duck of Walt Disney. Other cartoon character are like Smiley's, Sexy character like Betty Boop and other animated pictures that makes kid's enthusiast in soccer games. Through coloring pages parents can control children's mood and feelings. For example, in different situation dog can be drawn in green or purple colors, or elephant can become mottle, while many children may know what color they should be already.
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I am returning to paddle some great rivers between Jacksonville and Tallahassee the week of Feb 22-28 and would LOVE to join up with anyone feeling up to it. I certainly am inviting Castoff, String and anyone else I have paddled with here in SC. Also would love to meet some NEW faces. These other guys are getting pretty gray!! HAHA. I Really want to paddle the Aucilla and Withlacoochee (which I have done before) as well as any other attractive paddles in the area!
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A range of T8 tubes, panels and downlights have been specified for the project, which will be used in conjunction with controls to maximise potential savings.
Lighting accounts for a significant amount of energy use across Virgin’s properties. The stations due to benefit from the rollout include Coventry, Lancaster, Carlisle, Wigan and Penrith, with more locations expected to follow during the year.
Paul Beadle, station manager at Birmingham International, told Lux the pilot project had been very successful. ‘Over each month we’re saving 25,000kWh. That’s around £2000 to £2,500 per month,’ he said.
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Enteroimmunology: A Guide to Prevention and Treatment of Chronic Disease,
by Charles A. Lewis, MD
Psy Press; 602 Riverview Dr., Carrabelle, Florida 32322
© 2013; $71.50; 450 pp.
This is the textbook that I wish we had used a quarter-century ago when I was in naturopathic school; I might have helped a great many more patients if it had been. Only problem: back then much of the information in this book wasn't known yet. Even the book's title, Enteroimmunology, was probably not a word back then.
Enteroimmunology is defined as the prevention and treatment of diseases that are initiated in the intestine. As naturopathic doctors, we view pretty much every disease as beginning in the intestine, so in a way this book may prove to be a fundamental text for our profession.
We all know the basics: half of our immune cells guard the intestinal borders, the gut microflora far outnumber the cells in our body, dysbiosis gives rise to no end of problems. We have all known that much. What we haven't learned are the nitty-gritty details that are needed if we are to really succeed in treating complex health problems that originate in the gut.
Thinking in terms of the gut as an immune control system provides a framework for understanding and treating a range of disorders and conditions that are not commonly associated with gastrointestinal function. Pain syndromes such as fibromyalgia; autoimmune conditions such as multiple sclerosis, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Hashimoto's, and psoriasis; inflammatory diseases, including IBD; acne; mood disorders such as depression, fear, anxiety and rage disorders; and so on can all be seen as responses to diseases of gut immunity.
Regular readers of this journal won't be surprised that these and other disorders are now considered manifestations of immune dysfunction in the digestive tract. We've been reading and talking about this for years. So in a way, I wasn't expecting much when I picked up this book, figuring it would be old hat to me. I was wrong.
Lewis's contribution is in part to tie together all the assorted details we've been talking about and present it in a logical and comprehensive format that is easily accessible. And, I should add, to talk about it in greater detail and richer depth than we are normally exposed to. Rather than the "CliffsNotes," we get the full story. Lewis's writing is straightforward and easy to follow. While I thought myself adequately informed on this material, I admit to putting circles and stars on every page of the book, marking the new fascinating tidbits and clinical pearls.
The book is divided into 42 chapters. The first 8 chapters review digestive function, detailing digestion of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, the bowel's inhabitants, and the various functional mishaps that give rise to maldigestion, in particular flatulence and diarrhea.
Numerous charts summarize information and provide quick reference. One example is a chart of the fructose-glucose ratios in specific foods. Fructose intolerance symptoms are caused by several possible mechanisms. Most of us appreciate that 15% to 20% of people of European descent have symptoms from eating fructose because they have low levels of the fructose carrier GLUT-5, but there are other individuals who have problems from eating fructose even with adequate GLUT-5. In these people, fructose may trigger symptoms simply because the glucose to fructose ratio is imbalanced. The glucose transporter GLUT-2 pulls fructose and glucose molecules out of the gut and into intestinal cells only in a 1 to 1 ratio. So if fructose molecules greatly outnumber glucose molecules, fructose will be left behind; malabsorption will still occur. Few know which foods have a fructose to glucose ratio greater than 1 off the top of our heads. Thus Lewis's chart of fructose to glucose ratios can prove useful. It makes sense of the patient who tells you that apple juice with a fructose to glucose ratio of 2:2 gives them gas, while orange juice with a ratio of 1:1 doesn't. The book is filled with useful charts like this.
Lewis provides bits of information and clinical pearls that prevented me from skimming through the pages. Instead I found myself reading his book page by page, chapter by chapter, seeking out these gems of information. My family has at times lost patience with me as I have been eager to share trivia over the dinner table. Knowing that 12% of an elephant's total body weight comes from its intestinal contents was interesting to this reader, but was more information than my daughter cared to know. Another gem that I marveled at is that raw kidney beans are remarkably poisonous; eating five of them can kill you. This strikes me as useful information when working with patients who believe that all foods should be eaten raw. Another tidbit: eating salt with starchy foods increases their glycemic index. Apparently the salt enhances the action of amylase, speeding carbohydrate breakdown. Not everyone will find these details interesting; but for those of us who spend our workdays hearing about the digestive complaints of strangers, there is a certain appreciation, if not fascination.
Chapters 8 and 9 cover metabolic syndrome, which Lewis blames on a pair of meteors that hit Europe 14 million years ago. Our nation's current obesity epidemic is blamed on high fructose consumption. Did you know that 70% of our calories come directly or indirectly from corn? Speaking of gems.
Chapters 10 through 16 cover immune cells, hypersensitivity, IgE food reactions, mast cell disorders, bioactive amines and mast cells that cause pseudoallergies, leukotriene associated hypersensitivity, and reactions to enzymes in food and the effects of cooking on these reactions.
Chapters 17 through 23 go into greater depth on immune hypersensitivity reactions, chocolate, wine, vitamin D, gluten diseases, biofilms and dysbiosis, and mitochondrial oxidation.
It isn't until he has laid this foundation for understanding the various mechanisms underlying gut dysfunction that Lewis starts in on the problems which we see in our patients and addresses how to treat them. In chapters 24 to 36, he tackles small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, leaky gut, irritable bowel, interstitial cystitis, headaches, hypothalamic pituitary problems, mood disorders, fibromyalgia, autoimmune disease, sexual function, autism, acne, rage, sleep, cancer, and osteoporosis.
These chapters are concise, well-referenced summaries of the current state of knowledge, providing solid and clinically useful information that is never pedantic. Lewis doesn't tell us that inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients should avoid potatoes. Instead he first explains in detail why IBD patients seem to be so affected by potatoes, explaining how potato lectins impair protein digestion and how the resultant maldigestion increases bioamine levels in the intestine. He also details the toxic effects of potato glycoalkaloids and explains how to avoid or at least reduce exposure. By the time one has read through this, it's hard not to dump every potato in the house into the compost bin. It is certainly easy to tell a patient with IBD to avoid them. Each chapter ends with a concise summary of what steps you should take with a patient to treat their condition.
I like the way the author of this book thinks, his mix of detail and big-picture thinking. His views on how we should treat disease are totally congruent with my naturopathic way of seeing the world.
My office shelves are filled with textbooks that I rarely open. This book is different; the author covers the conditions that affect a large portion of our patients, and he does it well and in greater depth than most of us have been exposed to before. It's a book that I expect to read over and over.
Glowing endorsements on my part do not mean that the book is perfect. That it is self-published is all too evident. No copy editor has combed through the text to find mistakes. There are small typos, misplaced prepositions, and other grammatical errors that drive me nuts as I read. I read with pen in hand like a schoolteacher, making corrections as I go. Hopefully, these will disappear by the second edition.
The single-page index is worse than lousy; it lists only a fraction of the words or topics that one might wish to search the book for. For example, the index has no listing for fructose, flatulence, thyroid, or even diarrhea. Let us hope that this too is remedied in the second edition.
Dr. Lewis lets personal asides slip into the text occasionally, and these make me like him as a person. I warn you, though, that there is something a little odd about him: While the book provides no biographical information, what is strange is that there is almost no information about him online. That a person can still exist in our modern world with so little online presence is peculiar. Even if he were hiding in some sort of witness protection program, I'd expect Google to find out more information about him than it does. Whoever he turns out to be, is, he has still written a marvelously useful text for us.
Jacob Schor, ND, FABNO

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Bio-identical hormones have been available and used in hormone replacement therapy for decades. They can be custom compounded to match each patient’s unique needs and body chemistry, instead of the “one size fits all” approach used with off-the-shelf hormones.
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Twelve Quilt Bookmarks
Probably no type of folk art is considered more typically American than the patchwork quilt. These handmade masterpieces have come to be considered works of art, and quilts, both modern and antique, are now highly prized collector's items. The designs in this collection of little bookmarks are all drawn from classic American quilt patterns. Artist Muncie Hendler has rendered twelve beautiful designs in clear, bright colors to create a group of lively bookmarks. Now you can mark your place with all-American style!
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