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02 Jan California Dumps More Workers’ Compensation Physicians
If you’ve been injured at work, it’s important that you are treated fairly and comprehensively by your employer, health care providers, and your legal team. In an example from the state of California, we look at how inconsistent treatment opened the door to a much bigger workers’ compensation issue that isn’t limited to California.
In late 2017, the California Division of Workers’ Compensation announced that they’re suspending 21 more workers’ compensation providers in the state. That totals 115 suspended doctors in 2017 alone. These doctors are no longer allowed to treat claimants in accordance with the newly introduced Assembly Bill 1244. The bill became effective January 1, 2017 and demands that any physician or medical provider be suspended if there’s an “inability to perform duties safely” or criminal activity.
In the latest suspension sweep, five physicians had been part of illegal kickback schemes with Medicare, according to the regulator. The scheme involved prescribing medical equipment to patients who didn’t need it. All five of the physicians had been convicted in 2013, but were legally able to still be workers’ compensation physicians until the new bill was introduced.
There was also a scheme to charge Medicare for home-based services that were no longer happening. The bill was designed to especially target Medicare and Medi-Cal crimes, which is one of the most common type of crime stemming from false charges and bills. According to DWC Administrative Director George Parisotto, some of the newly suspended doctors had been involved in “multiple” Medicare billing schemes.
Some of the physicians are still serving multi-month sentences, while others completed their time served since their 2013 convictions. From conspiracy to commit health care fraud to being considered unfit to practice safely due to visual impairment, disabling hearing loss, and “probably dementia” (all in the same physician), California is committed to ensuring workers’ compensation physicians are fit and ethical.
These physicians were convicted for prescribing medications to numerous patients without an examination, having mental and physical illnesses themselves, and in some cases “gross negligence” paired with repeated negligent acts when treating patients. Throughout 2017, physicians had their medical licenses revoked for prescribing controlled substances such as opioids to patients with a history of addiction and abuse, performing surgery without proper medical indications, and even money laundering. Some were convicted of practicing medicine when it posed a “clear and immediate danger to public health and safety.”
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Ensuring quality workers’ compensation doctors are the only physicians serving claimants is part of a quality workers’ compensation system. If you’re a claimant and have questions, contact Bloom Law Office online today to schedule a complimentary workers’ compensation consultation.


To improve the operational properties of cutting tools made of tool steels after heat treatment, finishing and grinding operations are subjected to further processing, bearing the General name of «operation improvement of surface layers» or «ennoblement», which are chemical-thermal, chemical mechanical, chemical, electrical, electrochemical, electroerosion, electrolytic and other methods.
as a result of these operations, you can correct defects such as decarburization, inadequate and uneven hardness and structure of surface layers of the working part of the tool.
Chemical — termicheskii method
Chemical — termicheskii method is a kind of processing, where there is a change in the chemical composition and properties of surface layers of tools made of tool steel. These changes are most often achieved by diffusion of different elements from the external environment to the steel.
the Most widespread of thermochemical methods is cyanide leaching, i.e. the saturation of the surface layer of the tool both carbon and nitrogen. Instrumental in the production of wide application is the so-called low-temperature cyanide leaching liquid, which is usually carried out for tools from high speed steels at a temperature of 550-570° C in cyanide salt baths of the following composition:
1) 50% potassium cyanide KCN and 50% of sodium cyanide NaCN with a melting point of a mixture of about 490° C;
2) 96-98% NaCN cyanide of sodium and 4-2% soda Na2C03 with a melting point of a mixture of about 550°C;
3) 60% sodium cyanide NaCN and 40% soda Na2C03 with a melting point of a mixture of about 440° C. the Latter mixture is the most liquid and does not provide significant adhesion of salts to the treated instrument, and therefore more often used.
the cyanide leaching Process is performed after heat treating and final sharpening. The tool is immersed into the crucible with molten salts PA special hooks or wire and aged depending on the size, shape and pas values from 4 to 30 minutes. This gives tsionirovanie surface layer with thickness 0,02—0,07 mm, the upper part of which thickness is up to 2-3 MK includes, but excessive carbides in high speed steels, the cementite and iron nitride. The hardness of this brittle standing does not exceed HRC = 62-64, so it wears out quickly when cutting and does not affect tool life. The main influence on the cutting properties of the tool having the second part of the layer, consisting of martensite, carbides and turbidometric phase and having a hardness of HRC up to 70-72, and improved heat resistance and wear resistance. On the planned surface less frequently observed sticking of the processed material and therefore decreases the coefficient of friction descending chip. Due to these reasons the resistance cieniowane tools increased 1.5—2 times. However, the efficiency of the cyanidation process depends on the nature of wear and method of regrinding the tool. The greatest efficiency of the cyanidation process is observed for such tools, thread and worm milling cutter, dolben, shaped cutters and taps, regrinding which is only on the front side. Significant effect has also leaching from tools such as drills and core drills, keeping after the regrinding of tsia-nitrovinyl layer on the front surface and the auxiliary cutting blades. A lesser effect is cyanidation for cylindrical and end mills offer the regrinding cieniowane layer only on the front surfaces. Same spline milling cutters and cutting tools, which cieniowane layer is completely removed after regrinding should be re-cyanidation.
However, repeated leaching increases the fragility of the teeth of the tool. Besides these tools, the wear as the rear, and the hole on the front surface, cieniowane layer remains only in the initial period, and then destroyed cieniowane layer acts as an abrasive, accelerating the formation of the holes and thereby lowering durability. In this regard, re-leaching of such tools should not be performed.
Sulfatirovnie as cyanidation, is performed after the heat treatment and sharpening tools. It usually is dependent on the size and shape of the tool delayed from 45 minutes to 3 hours in a crucible bath at a temperature of 550-560° C. the composition of the bath comprises heating (39% of calcium chloride, 25% of barium chloride and 17% sodium chloride) and active (13.2% of iron sulfide powder and 3.4% of crystalline sodium sulfate), and accelerator — 3.4% of ferrocyanide.
After sulfatirovnie surface of the tool is gray. The surface layer thickness up to 0.1—0.12 mm mainly in the grain boundaries stand out sulfur compounds FeS, which are in the process of dry friction samosatenus ability, thereby reducing the frictional force chip on the cutting tool and increased 1.5-2 times the wear resistance of the tool.
Processing in the atmosphere of dry and superheated
Processing in the atmosphere of dry and superheated steam is applied to the tools t high-speed steels. Tools after grinding, grinding and degreasing is placed in a hermetically closed oven and at 300— 350°C start high-pressure steam (9,81—29,43) 103 N/m2 for 20-30 minutes to remove air from the furnace. Then raise the temperature up to 550-570° C and held for 30-60 minutes, and then cooled in an atmosphere of steam to 300-350° C.
After this stop the flow of steam and finished cooling with tool pecio or air followed by washing it in hot tea oil. As a result of such processing on the surface of the tool forms a dark blue film of magnetic iron oxide FesOi thickness of 2-5 microns. This oxide film protects the tool from corrosion and retains lubricant, reduces friction and dramatically increases the temperature of the welding of working surfaces of the tool with shavings when cutting, thus contributing to increased tool life PA 50-75%. In addition, steam treatment eliminates the undersupply, which may occur after quenching, shlifovanie also relieves stress, contributes to the further transformation of austenite in the secondary martensite in the ground surface layer and improves the marketability of the instrument. Steaming is a simple, cheap and safe operation.
It is appropriate for those instruments that cannot be subjected to cyanidation and cyanidation of the past.
Chemical — mechanical methods
Chemical — mechanical methods of refining are used to remove burn marks, released troostite or sorbitol and other defects of the surface layer of the working part of the tool.
Defective layer can be removed by mechanical lapping, using a paste GOI and abrasive paste and a polishing in electrolyte solutions. In the first case, lapping is done with cast-iron laps, overact pasta, sostojashie of 65-75%) of an abrasive (boron carbide, diamond, Borzoi, etc.) and 35-25% paraffin. For debugging high-speed tool widely used fine-grained, Borrazopolis, carbide and diamond laps. In addition, bring a hard alloy can be performed in solutions of electrolytes, resulting in exempt grain carbides of tungsten and titanium, which are then removed with emery powder.
Chemical and electrochemical machining
Chemical and electrochemical machining is performed by etching of the defect layer by acids or salts.
In the first case, after a preliminary degreasing the tool was placed in an aqueous solution containing sulfuric and nitric acid, and copper sulfate, and produce conventional chemical etching. A more suitable method is electrochemical strawlike when the tool is suspended in the bath and n is the cathode, and with the two sides suspended lead anodes. The process is conducted at a voltage of 2-6 and a current density of 10-15 A. For 5-10 minutes, removed the defective surface layers with a thickness of 0.01 to 0.02 mm, which provides improved tool life.
Electrolytic coating of the working surfaces of the tool with chromium is widely used in the processing of tools made of various tool steels. It runs at low temperatures of 50-70°. Moreover, this coating has a high hardness (HRC=65-67) and wear resistance n is carried out in baths of the composition: 250 g of chromic anhydride СгЬ3; 2.5 g sulfuric acid, H2SO4; 1 liter of water. The tool serves as a cathode, and the anode — lead or stainless steel. The current density in this case is from 14 to 22 A/dm2.
the essence of the process in chrome plating is the deposition of chromium to chromic acid in the presence of ions. For the deposition of chromium in the grooves in the holes of the anodes attached to the corresponding form. The dwell time in the bath depends on the desired thickness (0,01—0,04 mm) of the coating. In order to avoid exfoliation of the chromium surface of the tool is subjected to coating, carefully polished and polished, and then degreasing.
In the manufacture of cutting tools of high speed and alloy steels chrome plating is a means to further increase their wear resistance after cyanidation. This is due to the following positive properties of the chrome-plated layer:
1) there is a high hardness when heated to 400-500°;
2) a reduced coefficient of friction compared to conventional hardened steel;
3) high chemical resistance against acids, moisture, etc.;
4) high thermal conductivity (up to 10-12 times compared with high speed steel) improves heat dissipation during operation of the tools;
5) nalipaet less of the processed material, the surface PA of the instrument.
In this regard, the resistance of the cutting tools (broaches, reamers, etc.) is increased 1.5—2 times. But despite the high properties, electrolytic plating is less common cyanidation and other techniques of treatment. This is due to difficulties with quality and uniform chrome plating of tools of complex shape.


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The Manitowoc County Sheriff’s Department Was Never A Fan Of ‘Making A Murderer’
Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department was all anyone was talking about after the first season of Netflix's Making a Murderer dropped in late 2015. The small town in Wisconsin became the center of attention after the docuseries premiered, shedding light on a case many in the country had never heard of: the disappearance and murder of Teresa Halbach in 2005. The show dropped with a ton of success as many tuned-in to see the investigation, the trial, and the subsequent legal consequences that stemmed from Steven Avery and Brendan Dassey's convictions in relation to Teresa Halbach's death. The Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department played a huge part in Making a Murderer Part 1, so what does the small town's law enforcement think about the second part of the series?
In a statement to Bustle, Sheriff Robert Hermann declined to offer any insight to his current feelings on the project, or on Avery's case as a whole. "At this time I am not discussing or making any further comments related to this case," Hermann said ahead of Part 2's premiere. But based on what he's told in the past, it's probably safe to say he's not the biggest fan of the production.
According to a Herald Times Reporter article from December 2015, Hermann said that Making a Murderer's first part was more of a movie than a real documentary. "I won’t call it a documentary, because a documentary puts things in chronological order and tells the story as it is. ... I’ve heard things are skewed," said Hermann, who hadn't yet seen the doc at the time of these particular comments, per the outlet. "They’ve taken things out of context and taken them out of the order in which they occurred, which can lead people to a different opinion or conclusion."
He said in the same interview that he was frustrated by the documentary, and the criticism that had followed. "It is frustrating. Not sure what we can do about it other than asking people to keep an open mind about what they see in the movies, because that’s what this is, a movie, (which) doesn’t always present all the facts in the appropriate light," Hermann told the newspaper. "We had a lot of good officers out there and obviously other agencies involved."
About a month after those initial comments, Hermann spoke to The Wrap. He said that he'd now watched the series, and he still stood by his original criticism. "Because of all the media stuff we’ve been getting, I actually did watch with it my inspector and I still stand by that statement," Hermann told the site. "In several areas throughout the film, you can see where they cut the tape and manipulated things."
In early 2016, shortly after the show's premiere in late 2015, filmmakers Laura Ricciardi and Moira Demos (along with Dean Strang, one of Avery's lawyers) said in response to prosecutor Ken Kratz's criticism that viewers were presented with "misinformation," according to the New York Times, that they couldn't have included every detail in the show.
“Our opinion is that we included the state’s most compelling evidence,” Ricciardi said.
Demos and Ricciardi told Deadline in August 2016 that they knew the documentary was getting criticism, but that they didn't leave anything out that was crucial to the story. "The series was not about taking sides, essentially, in terms of how that case would play out. It wasn’t about arguing the evidence. We were trying to show that each side had their own theories and each side was trying to demonstrate that they had evidence," Ricciardi told the site. "It was about let’s take the state’s best evidence and the defense’s best arguments and include those. But we certainly couldn’t include everything, and we certainly didn’t leave out anything of real significance."
Once the newest batch of episode drops, there will likely be more questions, more answers, and more opinions than ever before. Viewers and those who follow the case will just have to wait and see what the consensus turns out to be.

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We all know that nutritionists recommend eating seeds, nuts and drupes, so why not almonds too? They are rich in protein, monounsaturated fats, fibers, and 37% Vitamin E RDA.
Plus, they are incredibly tasty with milk or pancakes. However, like any other food, it is important to know how much is enough.
According to research, almonds can help with HDL cholesterol, lower triglycerides, and reduce VDL and LDL cholesterol, but if we eat too much, we risk gaining weight.
In that research, the people who participated ate 10 grams of almonds per day, and researchers claim that they saw improvements. The participants had lowered atherogenic indexes, like vascular diseases and chronic inflammation.
Benefits of Eating Almonds Daily
1. Beneficial for Diabetics
The most important thing about consuming almonds is knowing that they contain magnesium which is ideal for people with diabetes. Furthermore, almonds have a huge amount of fiber, a good kind of fat, protein, and a few carbohydrates.
In addition, they are important for more than 300 processes in the system, one of which is the regulation of blood sugar levels.
2. Necessary Antioxidants
Almonds contain the necessary amount of antioxidants that the body needs. These antioxidants are important because they remove the free radicals in the body. These radicals are the ones that can cause cancer, aging, oxidative stress, and other conditions.
3. Beneficial for People with Hypertension
Because of the magnesium that these almonds contain, they can help lower blood pressure. Therefore, they are important for preventing heart attacks, strokes, and kidney failure.
4. Protects the Cell Membranes from Damage
Almonds also contain vitamin E, and as we already know, this vitamin is a great antioxidant. So, this is how it works, the oxidative stress stacks in the cell membranes, but the antioxidant has the power to protect the cells from damage.
Moreover, it is useful for protecting against cancer, Alzheimer’s, and heart disease.
Lastly, it is important to consume 15 almonds per day, but be careful not to eat too much because you may gain weight. So, if we want to get the necessary nutrients and benefits mentioned above, one ounce of almonds is more than enough.

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|Year : 2012 | Volume
| Issue : 3 | Page : 166-168
Sanket K Mahajan, Swati C Aundhakar, Makarand B Mane
Department of Medicine, Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences University, Karad, Maharashtra, India
|Date of Web Publication||15-Jan-2013|
Swati C Aundhakar
Prof. Aundhakar C. Swati, Saurabh Hospital 140, Budhwar Peth, Karad, Satara, Maharashtra
Source of Support: None, Conflict of Interest: None
Panniculitis and polyarthritis may rarely complicate a pancreatic disease; this association is defined as PPP-syndrome and is characterized by significant morbidity and mortality. Panniculitis is related to subcutaneous (liquefactive) fat necrosis with secondary skin changes due to the local activity of pancreatic enzymes released during different pancreatic diseases (inflammatory, acute and chronic, and neoplastic). The reported incidence of association of panniculitis and pancreatitis is 2-3% of all pancreatic diseases, while the complete PPP-syndrome is reported in very few cases. Here, we report a 49-year-old man with acute on chronic pancreatitis who presented to us with abdominal pain, arthritis, and multiple subcutaneous swellings which were present all over the body (generalized) unlike the commonly reported below-knee distribution, and this is what makes our case different. Biopsy from the subcutaneous swellings revealed fat necrosis and USG abdomen showed features of pancreatitis.
Keywords: Generalized panniculitis, PPP-syndrome, rare
|How to cite this article:|
Mahajan SK, Aundhakar SC, Mane MB. Panniculitis-polyarthritis-pancreatitis syndrome. Saudi J Health Sci 2012;1:166-8
| Introduction|| |
Panniculitis and polyarthritis may rarely complicate pancreatic disease; this association is defined as PPP-syndrome and is characterized by significant morbidity and mortality. The reported incidence of association of panniculitis and pancreatitis is 2-3% of all pancreatic diseases, while the complete PPP-syndrome is reported in very few cases. Less than 30 such cases have been reported in the literature.  Polyarthritis is preferentially symmetric with more frequent involvement of legs than arms and negativity of serum rheumatoid factor. Due to the absence of abdominal symptoms in most cases, delay in diagnosis is not unusual.
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A 49-year-old male patient came with the complaints of pain in abdomen, mainly in epigastric region, radiating to back with abdominal distension and markedly reduced appetite since 5 days before admission. Pain was relieved after three episodes of vomiting which was greenish in color, non-projectile, containing food particles. Patient also complained of swelling over both lower limbs, which was tender with multiple joint pain involving almost all joints of the body. Patient also had multiple hyperpigmented nodules all over abdomen [Figure 1] and back and both the lower limbs, waxing and waning since 3 years. Patient was a diagnosed case of pancreatitis since 5 years. There was no history of fever or loose motions. Patient was a binge alcoholic for 15 years (country liquor, around 180 ml daily) and tobacco chewer for 10 years. On admission, the patient was pale and had a pulse rate of 110/min with BP 90/50 mmHg. He had bipedal pitting edema with gross signs of inflammation. On examination, he had ascites with guarding all over the abdomen with absent peristalsis. On detailed investigations, his reports showed the following:
Hb, 11.9 gm%; total leukocyte count (TLC), 51,000/cmm; P 90%, L 10%; platelets, 165,000/cmm; Prothrombin Time (International Normalised Ratio)), 1.0 Blood sugar level, 101 mg/dl; urea, 80 mg/dL; creatinine, 1.4 mg/dL; Na + , 120 mEq/L; K + , 3.2 mEq/L; serum amylase, more than 1500 IU; serum calcium, 6.5 mg/dL; urinary amylase, more than 2000; total bilirubin, 0.6 mg/dL; serum glutamate oxaloacetate transaminase (SGOT), 42 IU; serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase (SGPT), 14 IU; alkaline phosphatase, 116mg/dL; total proteins, 4.0 mg/dL; serum albumin, 2.5 mg/dL; erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), 80 mm/h; C-reactive protein (CRP), positive with titer 0.4 mg/L; serum uric acid, 3.0 mg/dL (Hepatits B Antigen, Hepatitis C Antigen, VDRL, Rhematoid Factor: Negative).
Ultrasonography of abdomen and pelvis: Pancreas appeared bulky with peripancreatic fat collection with irregularity of surface and altered echogenicity (hypoechoic) suggestive of pancreatitis, gross ascites, and splenomegaly.
The dermatologist was consulted for the hyperpigmented skin lesions, which was diagnosed to be multiple extensively tender, deep-seated hyperpigmented resolving nodules with erythematous base suggestive of enzymatic panninculitis, and biopsies were taken for confirmation of diagnosis which showed pancreatic enzyme panniculitis.
The patient was treated with injectable Meropenem (1 g IV q 8 hourly) along with IV albumin, injectable octreotide, and parenteral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) along with parenteral nutrition. Patient's symptoms started reducing gradually and patient was gradually allowed oral feeds and eventually on put on oral pancreatic enzymes and oral NSAIDs along with other supportive care, and eventually he was discharged in a hemodynamically stable condition. On further follow-ups for the next 1 month, he was totally symptom-free.
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Many cases of pancreatitis have been reported. Although there are some patients with panniculitis and elevated serum lipase levels without pancreatic disease,  most patients with pancreatitis have acute or chronic pancreatitis  and some have pancreatic tumors or ischemic disease. , The patient discussed here had a history of chronic pancreatitis with many acute flare-ups over a 5-year period. The typical patient with PPP-syndrome is a middle-aged male with heavy alcohol use. Panniculitis and polyarthritis may rarely complicate a pancreatic disease; this association is known as PPP-syndrome and is characterized by relevant morbidity and mortality.
Some common causes of panniculitis are trauma to skin, lymphoma, pancreatitis, cold temperature, infection, alpha-1 deficiency, etc., Pancreatic panniculitis occurs in less than 3% of patients with pancreatic disease.  Narvaez et al. attributed the arthritis to the effect of lipolytic pancreatic enzymes binding to adipose cell membranes. This initiates hydrolysis of triglycerides into free fatty acids, the release of which leads to acute arthritis.  Elevated levels of pancreatic enzymes can induce fat necrosis in the joint and adjacent periarticular tissues and leads to arthritis.  Polyarthritis is preferentially symmetric with more frequent involvement of ankles, but can also involve the small joints of the hands, wrist, and feet, with the negativity of serum rheumatoid factor.
The exact mechanism of fat necrosis associated with pancreatic disease is still debatable and many mechanisms have been suggested. The most popular theory consists of the involvement of the pancreatic enzymes lipase, phosphorylase, trypsin, and amylase. Trypsin may increase the permeability of the microcirculation, allowing lipase and amylase to enter the fat lobules and hydrolyze the neutral fat to form glycerol and free fatty acids. This leads to the associated fat necrosis and inflammation. ,, Another theory postulates that panniculitis is related to subcutaneous (liquefactive) fat necrosis with secondary skin changes due to the local activity of pancreatic enzymes released during different pancreatic diseases (inflammatory, acute and chronic, and neoplastic). Clinically, lesions present as tender or non-tender, edematous, erythematous, or red-brown nodules that may spontaneously ulcerate and drain an oily brown, sterile, and viscous substance. Discharge from the lesions is a common feature of pancreatic panniculitis. ,, This is a result of liquefactive necrosis of adipocytes and, with the exception of alpha 1-antitrypsin deficiency, is unique to pancreatic panniculitis. Lesions are usually present in distal parts of lower extremities and are commonly misdiagnosed as erythema nodosum (EN). , A distinguishing feature is that the lesions of pancreatic panniculitis may migrate proximally over the arms and trunk. , The occurrence of lesions of panniculitis over the abdomen is very rare, which is unique in our case, making it the first case in the medical literature.
Thus, we hereby conclude that a very high index of suspicion is required to diagnose PPP-syndrome in a patient getting admitted for suspected acute pancreatitis with an incidental finding of skin lesions in the form of panniculitis (the treatment of which is mainly supportive along with the treatment of the underlying pancreatic disease) associated with polyarthritis so that the treatment can be appropriate for good outcome of the patient in terms of morbidity and mortality.
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|2.||Forstrom TL, Winkelmann RK. Acute, generalized panniculitis with amylase and lipase in skin. Arch Dermatol 1975;111:497-502. |
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10 Excellent Natural Treatments for the Epstein Barr Virus
The Epstein Barr Virus is extremely common. Most adults have had the virus at some point with few, if any, noticeable symptoms. In teens the Epstein Barr Virus is a common cause of mononucleosis. Natural remedies for the Epstein Barr Virus include coconut oil, herbs, and supplements.
After the initial infection, the Epstein Barr Virus remains dormant in the white blood cells. Sometimes the virus will become active again, and can cause significant and chronic symptoms. The Epstein Barr Virus is one of the herpesviruses, which are lipid coated viruses. These “lipid coats” are membranes around the viruses that protect the virus. Remedies that break down these membranes are especially useful.
Symptoms of the Epstein Barr Virus
- Sore throat
- Enlarged spleen
- Enlarged liver
- Swollen Lymph Nodes
Additionally, in chronic active Epstein Barr Virus the following symptoms may present as well:
List of Remedies for Epstein Barr Virus

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text: Hey there, fellow gamers! In this write-up, we'll dive into the exciting world of in-game ads and how they're changing our digital playtime. You'll get a feel for how ads are being weaved seamlessly into gameplay, making the advertising less in-your-face and more part of the whole gaming narrative. Besides, we'll explore the impacts these ads are having on the industry itself. So get geared up for a journey through this transformative stage in gaming history!

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The Harbor Bay collection includes a variety of mission style tables to give your living area style and function. Hardwood solids with cherry veneers are finished in a warm toffee color, which is complemented beautifully by antique brass hardware. The pieces have plenty of storage, and have functional features like casters for easy mobility, and lift tops on the cocktail tables. This pieces in this collection will become staples in your stylish home.
Please Note: Crowley Furniture & Mattress operates stores in the Kansas City Area: Liberty and Lee's Summit, MO & Overland Park, KS area. Please contact us for delivery and price information.

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What are the pros? They are super sweet!
What are the cons? hard to transplant
Excellent flavor. They can be a challenge to germinate, and you should start them early just in case you get no germination and need to start over. I would suggest germinating them in a peat pot inside the house, or greenhouse, and then planting the entire pot in the ground when time. The roots are VERY sensitive and do not like to be bothered. I have had great success growing aunt mollys and ground cherries. I grown them and treat them with nutrients just like I grown my tomatoes. They are SUPER sweet once they fall off the branch and hit the ground. They do like lots of water once the heat is in full swing. I would mulch the plant to retain a moist ground once they are transplanted outside.
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Gliding Through Winter: Cross-Country Skiing Adventures in the World’s Most Iconic Locations
With the snow-covered wilderness as your canvas and skis as your brush, cross-country skiing is a serene yet invigorating way to embrace winter’s allure. Here, we take you on a journey through some of the world’s most iconic locales for guided, multi-day adventure travel dedicated to this remarkable winter sport.
Cross-country skier with sled (pulka) on a frozen river in Sarek National Park, Lapland, Sweden. Sander van der Werf/Getty Images
Cross-country skiing, a timeless practice dating back over 5,000 years to the snow-covered landscapes of Scandinavia, offers an immersive adventure travel experience that invites both physical endurance and mental resilience. As one of the earliest forms of transportation, it’s deeply woven into the tapestry of cultures that endure harsh winters. Today, the sport has evolved into a beloved winter pastime that pays homage to its historical roots while introducing adventurers to the vast beauty of wintry wildernesses.
Unlike their alpine counterparts, who carve down mountains at breakneck speeds, cross-country skiers find their bliss in the journey, rather than the destination. The rhythmic swish and glide through snow-blanketed forests, over frozen lakes, and across icy tundras is a meditative experience. Each stride, each breath, brings with it a deeper connection to the land, a silent conversation between the skier and the snow. It’s a celebration of winter’s pristine beauty, of quiet moments punctuated only by the crisp crunch of skis and the hushed whispers of the wilderness.
The thrill of cross-country skiing lies not just in the physical activity, but in the stillness it brings, the tranquility of remote trails far removed from the clamor of bustling ski resorts. It’s in the first light of dawn glistening on untouched snow, the ghostly dance of the Northern Lights across a star-studded sky, the delicate snowflakes spiraling gently onto frosted pines. It’s the sense of being a small, yet integral part of the winter landscape, a silent observer to nature’s grand spectacle.
For those enticed by the prospect of trading groomed slopes for the freedom of the backcountry, the thrill of forging their own path through winter’s domain, cross-country skiing is a ticket to adventure. From the wild expanses of the Canadian Rockies to the remote corners of Scandinavia’s winter wonderlands, this guide highlights some of the world’s most breathtaking regions for guided, multi-day cross-country skiing adventures. These are journeys not just across landscapes, but into the very soul of winter itself. Welcome to the world of cross-country skiing, an adventure that begins where the groomed trail ends.
Yellowstone National Park, USA
Cross-country skiing in Yellowstone National Park is more than just a winter sport — it’s a voyage into a world transformed by snow, a journey through a pristine, crystalline landscape where Mother Nature paints her most stunning winter portraits. A far cry from the summer crowds, the park in winter is a serene paradise, its famous landmarks adorned with sparkling snow and its tranquil silence broken only by the whisper of skis slicing through fresh powder.
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There’s a certain magic that descends upon Yellowstone with the winter snow. It’s in the quiet hush that blankets the land, the way the stars seem to shine a little brighter against the inky night sky, and the thrill of carving your path through untouched snow. Yellowstone in winter is not just a destination; it’s an experience that embodies the spirit of cross-country skiing, offering a perfect blend of adventure, tranquility, and unspoiled natural beauty.
Quebec, a winter wonderland, is renowned for its wide-open spaces and a cultural heritage that boasts a charming blend of French and North American influences. With snowy months extending from November well into April, the region is a cross-country skier’s paradise, offering trails that traverse the spectrum from gentle, rolling terrain to challenging high-altitude routes.
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Skiing in Quebec is about more than just the sport itself. It’s a journey through enchanting winter landscapes, an opportunity to immerse oneself in the region’s rich culture and history, and a chance to engage with a landscape that remains magical, regardless of the season.
Tucked within the Arctic Circle, Swedish Lapland is a realm of pristine wilderness and unique cultural experiences, making it a compelling destination for cross-country skiing enthusiasts. Characterized by its remote landscapes, the region is a true embodiment of winter – boasting vast expanses of snow-laden forests, expansive frozen lakes, and the uninterrupted silence that accompanies the Arctic’s deep freeze.
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But the appeal of Swedish Lapland extends beyond its natural beauty. An integral part of the skiing experience here is the opportunity to engage with the rich Sami culture. Sami villages dot the trail routes, offering a glimpse into a way of life deeply intertwined with the land and its reindeer. As part of the tour, visitors often have the chance to overnight in a traditional Sami tent, or ‘Lavvu’. These tents, with their characteristic cone shape and a hole at the top to let out smoke, offer a cozy retreat from the Arctic cold.
Spending a night in a Lavvu is an adventure in itself. As the fire crackles and the warm glow of the flames dances on the tent walls, stories of Sami legends and folklore come alive. The experience is made even more special if your night coincides with the mesmerizing dance of the Aurora Borealis. This natural light show, with its waves of green, blue, and violet, illuminates the night sky, casting an ethereal glow over the stark white landscape.
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Straddling the boundaries of Russia, China, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia, the Altai Mountains offer a cross-country skiing adventure unlike any other. This remote region, famed for its rugged beauty, deep cultural heritage, and a sense of untamed wilderness, presents a unique setting for those seeking a skiing adventure that extends beyond the conventional.
Embarking on a guided multi-day tour in this region is not just about gliding through snow-blanketed landscapes, but also about experiencing an intriguing blend of physical adventure, cultural immersion, and historical exploration. The cross-country trails in the Altai Mountains encompass vast steppes, high mountain passes, and serene forests. The raw, untamed beauty of these landscapes, combined with the area’s relative isolation, lends a sense of tranquility that is as profound as it is invigorating.
The skiing terrain in the Altai Mountains caters to a range of skill levels. While some trails wind gently through valleys, others offer challenging ascents and thrilling descents. The experienced guides, with their extensive knowledge of the region’s topography and weather conditions, ensure that the journey is both enjoyable and safe.
However, what truly sets this experience apart is the cultural immersion it offers. Nomadic culture is still deeply ingrained in Mongolia, and visitors will often find themselves skiing past herds of yaks and goats, watched over by eagle-eyed herders on horseback. There’s an almost timeless feel to these scenes, a glimpse into a way of life that has changed little over the centuries.
Accommodation on these tours often includes staying in traditional Mongolian yurts, known as ‘gers’. These round, felt-lined tents, warmed by a central stove, offer a cozy haven from the cold. Staying in a ger is not just about having a place to rest your head, but also about gaining an authentic insight into nomadic lifestyles. Here, under the vast Mongolian sky, you can listen to traditional Mongolian music, taste hearty local cuisine, and hear stories that have been passed down through generations.
Overall, a cross-country skiing tour in the Altai Mountains is an off-the-beaten-track adventure that marries thrilling outdoor activity with deep cultural immersion. This is a place where you can truly escape the modern world, engaging not only with the stark beauty of the land but also with the nomadic cultures that call these mountains home.
Jotunheimen National Park, Norway
Situated in the heart of Norway, Jotunheimen National Park — named after the mythological “home of the giants” in Norse sagas — is a winter wonderland of epic proportions. A mecca for outdoor enthusiasts, this national park is as captivating as it is challenging, transforming into a prime cross-country skiing terrain in the winter months.
Blanketed in snow, Jotunheimen showcases an arctic landscape of deep valleys, dramatic cliffs, frozen lakes, and a collection of Norway’s highest peaks. As part of guided multi-day tours, adventurers traverse this spellbinding terrain, skiing across expansive plateaus, and passing beneath the silent watch of towering peaks. The park’s highest summit, Galdhøpiggen, reaches an impressive 2,469 meters, often shimmering in the winter sun against a backdrop of a clear, Nordic sky.
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The guided tours provide more than just skiing. They often involve overnight stays in rustic mountain lodges known as ‘hytter.’ These cozy retreats, often located far from urban distractions, offer a taste of traditional Norwegian hospitality. Here, under the flicker of candlelight, you can savor hearty Norwegian cuisine, share tales with fellow adventurers, and simply soak in the silence of the Scandinavian winter.
Additionally, Jotunheimen’s abundant wildlife is a constant companion on these tours. Keep an eye out for tracks in the snow indicating the passage of reindeer, wolverines, and arctic foxes. The sight of a white ptarmigan taking flight or the soft hoot of an owl in the dusk adds a layer of magic to this already enchanting landscape.
In the heart of a Norwegian winter, the Jotunheimen cross-country skiing tour offers an immersive and unforgettable Nordic experience. The blend of breathtaking scenery, thrilling physical challenge, and the warm camaraderie that comes from shared adventure creates an experience that resonates long after the skis have been put away. Whether you are a beginner skier or a seasoned adventurer, Jotunheimen welcomes you into a realm where winter is not just endured but celebrated.
Methow Valley, USA
Nestled in the rugged beauty of Washington State, the Methow Valley is a cross-country skiing gem. With over 120 miles of meticulously groomed trails, it boasts the second-longest cross-country ski trail system in the United States, making it an essential destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
The valley, known for its stunning landscapes and diverse terrain, offers an array of trails to suit every skill level. Beginners can glide along gentle paths that meander through serene, snow-laden forests, where the hush is broken only by the whisper of skis on the track and the occasional chatter of a winter bird. Intermediate skiers can step up their game on undulating trails, their rhythmic strides mirrored by the Methow River that winds alongside. For the experienced and the adventurous, challenging ascents await, leading towards panoramic vistas that stretch out over the snow-capped North Cascades.
Guided multi-day tours in the Methow Valley provide an immersive experience into this winter wonderland. Skiers, led by experienced guides, can push their limits during the day, traversing the serene wilderness, breathing in the crisp, pine-scented air, and feeling the satisfying burn of a full-body workout.
When it’s time to rest, accommodations often take the form of rustic cabins or lodges, their warm lights glowing invitingly against the winter twilight. These cozy dwellings offer a charming respite from the cold, where guests can unwind by the fire, share tales of the day’s exploits, and savor the hearty, local cuisine.
Moreover, Methow Valley is rich in natural beauty and wildlife, adding an extra dimension to the cross-country skiing experience. Keep an eye out for mule deer delicately picking their way through the snow, or catch the flash of a red fox as it darts into the underbrush. Birdwatchers will delight in spotting varied species, from the bold blue Stellar’s Jay to the diminutive Black-capped Chickadee.
Exploring Methow Valley on skis also provides the chance to soak in the region’s laid-back charm. The small, friendly communities, such as Winthrop and Mazama, that dot the valley provide warm welcomes and necessary provisions. Winthrop, especially, with its Old West-style boardwalks and buildings, adds a touch of historical intrigue to the visit.
A journey to Methow Valley is not just about the adrenaline rush of cross-country skiing; it’s about immersing oneself in the tranquillity of nature, experiencing the simple joy of movement, and cherishing the restorative quiet of the winter season. It’s no wonder that those who ski the Methow Valley trails once often find themselves returning, drawn back by the valley’s magnetic pull.
The Dolomites in Italy, a dramatic panorama of jagged peaks and serene alpine meadows, is a paradise for cross-country skiers. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is celebrated for its distinctive limestone formations that blaze with hues of pink and gold at sunrise and sunset, a spectacle known as ‘Enrosadira’. It’s here, in the shadows of these towering peaks, that skiers embark on journeys across some of Europe’s most stunning winter landscapes.
A cornerstone of the Dolomites’ cross-country skiing scene is the renowned Marcialonga. This 70-kilometer trail, which doubles as a famous annual race, winds its way through some of the region’s most picturesque valleys. Following the course of the Marcialonga, skiers glide through the heart of the Fassa and Fiemme Valleys, carving their path through snow-covered forests, past traditional Tyrolean villages, and along the banks of icy rivers. It’s an enduring test of stamina, but one rewarded with unparalleled alpine vistas.
Guided multi-day tours in the Dolomites provide a comprehensive exploration of the region’s rich tapestry of natural beauty and cultural heritage. These expeditions are led by experienced guides who ensure safety while imparting local knowledge and folklore. Whether traversing the expansive Fanes-Sennes-Prags Nature Park or the Puster Valley, skiers will have the opportunity to experience the thrill of downhill descents and the tranquility of remote woodland paths, all framed by the spectacular backdrop of the Dolomites’ spires.
Accommodations in the Dolomites maintain a captivating blend of authenticity and comfort. Skiers can experience the warmth and camaraderie of overnight stays in traditional mountain huts, or ‘rifugios’. These welcoming havens, often family-run, provide hearty meals and cozy lodging, their wood-fired stoves casting a comforting glow against the alpine chill. Here, under the star-studded Italian sky, skiers can share stories of the day’s adventures over a hot cup of mulled wine or a plate of ‘canederli’, the local dumplings.
Moreover, the Dolomites is not just a haven for nature lovers, but a cradle of rich cultural heritage. This region, where Italian and German influences converge, offers a unique opportunity to learn about its multifaceted history, local customs, and distinctive architecture. A visit to the nearby medieval towns, like Brunico with its 13th-century castle, can be a fascinating addition to the skiing adventure.
Cross-country skiing in the Dolomites is more than an activity; it’s an immersion into a captivating blend of natural grandeur and cultural richness. The dramatic mountainscape, diverse trails, and the region’s unique charm come together to create a cross-country skiing experience that will captivate the heart of every winter adventurer.
Cross-country skiing is more than just an outdoor activity; it’s a transcendent journey into the heart of winter. Like a timeless dance between the skier and the snow, each stride paints a story of exploration and endurance on nature’s vast white canvas. The rhythmic cadence of skis gliding across the snow, the crunch of fresh powder underfoot, the embrace of the crisp, clean air — all create a meditative soundtrack against the backdrop of nature’s quiet.
Cross-country skiing cultivates an extraordinary connection with the natural world. It’s an exercise in mindfulness, wherein each moment is savored and each movement is intentional. The quietude of winter forests, the crunch of crystalline snow, the whispered conversations of wildlife — these details become part of a symphony of serene winter beauty that surrounds and immerses the skier.
The destinations we’ve explored in this article — from the ethereal landscapes of Finnish Lapland, the geothermal wonders of Yellowstone, the snow-covered meadows of Quebec, the cultural richness of the Altai Mountains, to the dramatic peaks of Norway’s Jotunheimen — are but a handful of the globe’s vast array of cross-country skiing terrains. Each of these iconic locations offers a distinct and transformative exploration of winter’s majesty, whether it’s under the ethereal glow of the Northern Lights in Swedish Lapland, amidst the tranquility of the forested trails of Methow Valley, or beneath the awe-inspiring spires of Italy’s Dolomites.
No matter your level of experience, cross-country skiing welcomes all. Whether you’re a seasoned skier seeking to test your endurance against the formidable Marcialonga, a winter enthusiast looking to explore the wilderness through a new perspective, or a curious adventurer drawn to the distinctive cultural experiences that come with skiing in places like Mongolia or Quebec, embarking on a multi-day cross-country skiing expedition is an adventure like no other.
In conclusion, cross-country skiing is an invitation to see winter through a unique and captivating lens. It offers a fresh perspective on travel and adventure, transforming what is often seen as the dormant season into a world of discovery and beauty. It’s a celebration of winter’s wonder, a passport to unseen landscapes, and a testament to our enduring fascination with the extraordinary magic of the natural world.
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The FAA views this international approach as a basis for suborbital point-to-point transport, while the ICAO for space proposal it rejects would see a new commercial spaceflight department for the aviation regulatory body, according to Flight International.
Suborbital point-to-point spaceflight has a growing constituency (including the Virginia Legislature) within the United States and around the world.


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By: Lucille Lang Day
82Poems / 99 Pages /$12.95
Scarlett Tanager Books
PO Box 20906
Oakland, CA 94620
Review By: Karen Schwartz
When opening the pages of Wild One, the third compilation of poetry by Lucille Lang Day, I prepared myself to be taken on an uncivilized journey of adventures where personal emotions rule reason and impulsivity defies comprehension, all in the name of unbridled self-gratification as the title would suggest.
At first glance, the poet fails to quash my theory as identified in her first poem entitled, 1954, where she reveals herself as a playful, mischief-maker,
“I pulled myself up/into the scaly branches, as Uncle Dick,/hands on hips, approached the creek./“That child’s a wild one,” he said,/ shaking his head. I bit my lip/ to hold back laughter,…” but it is soon disclosed through solemn accounts of family dysfunction, the ill affects of addiction and an eating disorder, that the poet is not as unruly as one may first perceive.
As Lucille invites her readers to delve deeper into her laborious world through heartfelt, picturesque poetic accounts, we come to understand that it is life itself that has become her wilderness and the troubling adversities she is forced to endure.
From her poem, Snapshot, we discover that she is the product of her environment,
“I suppose he was ruthless in the card room,/ but he didn’t drink hard or molest me/…I ran with the rough kids,/ drank beer in the hills…/ driven by something—angel or demon—I had to create.”
But the poet is anything but victim or hero, we learn throughout her trials and tribulations, her achievements and accomplishments that she’s a champion; an extraordinary woman who draws on inner strength from her struggles, realizations, rewards and mistakes made, riding the waves to success as innocence blossoms into maturity. We bear witness to her intoxicating evolution page after page, as motherhood affirms her genuine capacity for self love and for loving another as she eloquently prepares her daughter in Patterns,
“Did I ever tell you/ that a woman is born twice,/ that the first/ person she gives birth to/
while further analysis reveals Lucille is gifted with scientific genius. We understand through her insightful poet’s eye, the dynamics of how the human body subsists, as she so aptly describes in Biology Student,
“the way,/ the four-chambered heart pumps blood/ for a lifetime. The motion isn’t a simple/ squeeze, release, but a contortion. It’s like/ wringing out a towel with every beat.”
Poetically, Ms. Day manages to take the very core of our existence that which keeps us alive, allows us to love, feel a gamut of emotion, achieve a sense of belonging as we reach for our dreams, all the while explaining it to us in a language we can visualize as clearly as if we were scientists ourselves.
Lucille successfully masters the artistry of the spoken word, reminding her audience that there is so much more naturalistic beauty to the circumstances placed in front of us and that all it takes is an open imagination, a virtual microscopic analysis to uncover that which is blind to the naked eye and a willingness to open our hearts to the human condition in order to teach us something new. Poems to Give to a Lover emphasizes this for us,
“The air, alive/ with pollen grains looking for mates,/ insects that glitter like kings,/ and germs that bounce/ with every breath we take,/ moves incessantly/ like the tangle of kelp in its water bed/ at the end of the pier."
As I read Lucille Lang Day’s works, poem by poem, I marvel at her intelligence, her intuitiveness and her ingenuity, but most of all at her willingness to unveil aspects of her experiences that others might rather hide. She stands before us, vulnerable and exposed, a real woman willing to admit an imperfect life mixed with an abundance of joy and achievements that leaves her audience begging for more. Wild One is a must read for anyone who dares to believe in possibilities and in the beauty that surrounds us.

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Kenyan animator, scriptwriter and filmmaker Mark Njoroge Kinuthia came in second at the Cartoon Network Creative Lab competition that has been running for three months now.
The competition, which was searching for Africa’s next animation talent, was started in June 2018 as a pan-African call for pitch competition. The aim was to find African talents and bring to life local stories through animation as well as unearth talent from a range of backgrounds.
Kinuthia submitted an animation called ‘Majuto’ but lost to Nigeria’s Ridwan Moshood from his creation ‘Garbage Boy and Trash Can’ project.
The animation is about a self-proclaimed superhero who believes he has real superpowers, along with his sidekick, Trash Can, on their mission to fight for justice.
Kunuthia was glad his work was also recognized.
“My journey as an animator started off as a graphic novel artist, where I did comic books for various NGOs. But over time, I felt the need to bring my characters to life,” Kinuthia, who studied Journalism and Media Studies at the University of Nairobi, said.
Out of more than 200 entries, a winner and two runners-up were revealed at last year’s DISCOP TV and film market for the Middle East and Africa in Johannesburg, South Africa.
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The headquarters of Latah County Grain Growers Inc, a grain and field beans company, are located at Viola, ID. It has an annual revenue of $10.8 million and employs five people. Well-known in the marketplace, Latah County Grain Growers Inc has a niche quality that has certainly gained popularity. The company's leadership is headed by a CEO.
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Miklos got us some pre-sale tickets to the Joel Plaskett show at Hamilton Place Theatre on October 19! I don’t get excited for much, but I always look forward to a Plaskett show with my gentleman’s accompaniment.
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Belfast, Giant’s Causeway, and the Titanic!
A few weeks ago, IFSA took us on a trip to Northern Ireland! Not only did we see absolutely gorgeous scenery, but we also learned a lot about the troublesome history of Belfast, a city split between Catholics and Protestants. We stayed in the center of Belfast, which is the capital of Northern Ireland, part of the U.K. The first day of the trip, we took a tour of the Northern coast and Giant’s Causeway. The drive along the coast offered some of the most spectacular views I have ever seen! Not only were the views of Ireland’s coast amazing, but we were also able to see over to Scotland! The first stop on the drive was the Carrick-a-rede rope bridge, a world-famous rope bridge that is about 30 meters above the rocks and water below. It was actually very exhilarating walking across the bridge, even though I was focused on the gorgeous scenery surrounding it!
After the rope bridge, we headed to lunch at The Old Bushmills Distillery, the original distillery of Bushmills. The lunch was absolutely delicious, not to mention the Irish coffee after! After lunch, we went to Giant’s Causeway, which was a place along the coast that is absolutely breathtaking. The rocks around the area formed circular patterns, which can be accounted for in two ways. The first is the scientific explanation, that a volcano erupted millions of years ago and the overflowing lava caused the rock to form a circular shape. But the much more interesting explanation is one of the numerous legends surround it, my favorite being the one about the Irish vs. the Scots. According to legend there was a giant from Ireland and a giant from Scotland who decided to fight, so the Irish giant built the causeway and ended up winning the fight! The causeway was absolutely breathtaking, and in my opinion, it rivaled the Cliffs of Moher. It is even deemed one of the natural wonders of the U.K., and for those who have visited, it is no surprise as to why. The sea comes right up to the columns on the causeway, with the waves of the Atlantic crashing over them, soaking them in saltwater and sea foam. Pictures cannot do justice to the scenery, nor can words.
Even though we spent about two hours at the causeway, I easily could have spent an entire day. But next we went to an old castle that was absolutely massive, and built right along the coast. Looking out the window-holes, you could see the sea crashing against the rocks. Even though the castle was built hundreds of years ago, you had the feeling that people actually lived there, and used it as a fortress from enemies.
The next day, we took a Black Taxi tour of Belfast. The Black Taxi tours are famous for showing tourists the conflict between the Protestants and Catholics, conflict that continues today. It was incredible to hear stories of how the Catholics and Protestants fought each other, and even killed each other. What was truly amazing was when our taxi driver told us that even today if you were a Catholic, you would not be welcome in Protestant neighborhoods. Luckily, a lot of the conflict has been resolved, but there is still a lot more that needs to be done. One 0f the stops on the tour was the Peace Wall, a wall that many people have signed in hopes of helping the people of Belfast live together in unity.
After the Black Taxi tour, we went to the Titanic Museum! Ever since I was little, I loved learning about the Titanic (and watching Leo and Kate in the movie)! Since the Titanic was built in Belfast, we were able to go to the museum that was dedicated to telling the story of both the ship and the people on it. Not only was the museum very informative and interactive, but it was actually very emotionally provocative. The stories that were shared were heartbreaking. It was humbling to read diaries of people who were on the ship, and actually understand the atrocities of class distinction. Even though James Cameron’s movie may be fiction, I’m sure there were people on the ship who had stories similar to Rose and Jack’s, and I am so happy I was able to experience them.
After a long day, my friends and I finished the night right, with three pizzas delivered to our hotel! The next morning, after a two hour bus ride, we were back in Dublin. The whole weekend was absolutely fabulous, and I am so grateful to have seen and experienced all that Northern Ireland had to offer. The scenery was spectacular, and the history of the city and its people was incredible!
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Jasun Martz is hard to pin down as an artist. His career stretches back to the psychedelic rock era, includes work with both Frank Zappa and Michael Jackson as well as experimental electronic and orchestral pieces. He's also a well-known visual artist. Much of his musical output has previously been somewhat difficult to get hold of, but that's changing.
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The first major item of note is Non Finito, a sampler of 12 tracks in the categories of Orchestral, Keyboard, Symphonic, Live, and Noise. Here's the album trailer for a little taste.
And then we have Solo Exhibition, an eight-CD set with 85 tracks (over 10 hours) of music featuring contributions from 200 musicians. It includes his work with We the People, American Zoo, The Pillory, The Battle, Non Finito, and much more. Check out the trailer:
And swing by his website linked below for more info.
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Legendary Co-Founder of The 13th Floor Elevators Passes Away at Age 71 – Sadly, Roky Erickson passed away on May 31, 2019. Known as the father of psychedelic music and co-founder of the ground breaking 13th Floor Elevators, Roky had a profound influence on music from the 60s to today. Plagued by his own personal demons, Roky had a difficult life and is now free of these burdens. » Read more
Help MoonJune Bring Great Music to Life – Like many music lovers around the world, we’ve been thrilled and amazed to hear the recordings that have been released by MoonJune from sessions at La Casa Murada in Spain. Such label stalwarts as Mark Wingfield, Markus Reuter, Asaf Sirkis, Tony Levin, Dusan Jevtovic, Vasil Hadzimanov, and many more have gathered in various combinations at the studio to produce some of the most creative music in recent years. Now, label head Leonardo Pavkovic is offering a compilation, La Casa Murada - MoonJune Sessions, Volume One, as a fundraiser for upcoming sessions. » Read more
The Pineapple Thief to Tour North America – November and December of 2019 will see The Pineapple Thief bringing their music to Canada, Mexico, and the US, and famed drummer Gavin Harrison will be on board. The band has been touring extensively in Europe, but North America will be new territory for them. » Read more
Scott Walker RIP – Noel Scott Engel, better known as Scott Walker, was one of the most intriguing and enigmatic musical figures in the second half of the 20th Century. His strange career started with The Walker Brothers, an American pop group that featured no one named Walker and no brothers. After moving to England in 1965, they had a series of hit singles. Scott's solo work started with Scott in 1967. Starting in the 80s, his work took an increasingly avant-garde turn. » Read more