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If your baby is crying inconsolably for long periods of time and it gets worse from week to week, it is reasonable to ask whether something must be wrong. It is counterintuitive to say that everything is all right.
This is where scientific studies of infant crying come in. A single parent with their single child cannot possibly know whether there are other infants out there who are crying like theirs is—and especially whether those other infants are all right. But there have been years of studies on early increased crying in infants, and they have confirmed some important things about this crying.
In the Features of Crying section we go through each of the six features of crying and talk about the studies that together show that this crying is a part of being a normal baby in the first few months of life. For those who wish to read a little more in depth, one place is in a review article from the on-line Encyclopedia of the Center of Excellence for Early Child Development that is easily available and downloadable here.
"Everybody said I was too young to be a good mother.
I am certainly not going to tell anyone that every night, night after night, my baby cries.
Even when the doctor asked me how the baby was doing I said, just fine."
Here, we will describe some of the general reasons that are supported by those studies, as a way of thinking about the normality of these crying features.
One reason is that the peak pattern of increased crying has now been described in just about every study that is well enough designed to adequately describe early infant crying. Of course, there are variations from one study to another. In Britain, for example, babies tend to cry more in the first few weeks than in other countries, so the increase going into the second month is not as steep. That may be because more mothers in Britain let their babies "cry it out" rather than picking them up. But across a very wide range of care giving styles, crying tends to increase and decrease over the first few months.
A second reason is that the peak pattern is also present even in cultures in which parents do virtually everything that we know that is soothing. Perhaps the most detailed description of this is from the people known as the !Kung San hunter-gatherers of Botswana (in case you are interested, the ! in front of Kung represents a click sound in their language). The !Kung San carry their infants all the time, sleep side-by-side with them at night, feed them four times an hour on average, and respond to every fret and whimper within 10 seconds 90 percent of the time. Nevertheless, they have the same increase and decrease in crying pattern that has been described elsewhere in the world.
"The !Kung San carry their infants all the time, sleep side-by-side with them at night, feed them four times an hour on average, and respond to every fret and whimper within 10 seconds 90 per cent of the time. Nevertheless, they have the same increase and decrease in crying pattern that has
been described elsewhere in the world."
A third reason is that there is now increasingly strong evidence that it is not only humans, but other species of animals (at least, breast-feeding animals) that also have a crying curve (usually called a distress curve). And, in addition, human infants who are otherwise well, but are born prematurely (before they are expected) have a crying curve that happens at the age they would have been if they had been born at the usual time. This suggests that this increased crying is an inborn characteristic, not something that is due to care giving differences after a baby is born.
Another important reason supporting the normality of early increased crying is that there is no increased risk of having an illness or a disease later in infants who have increased crying in the first three months. There is one exception to this general rule; namely, that if the crying is so frustrating that a care giver shakes or abuses the infant, then the infant will be compromised later. Learn more at the National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome website.
"This suggests that this increased crying is an inborn characteristic,
not something that is due to care giving differences after a baby is born.
All of these observations together contribute to our understanding that this increased crying and its associated features are not due to diseases, poor parenting, or something wrong with the baby. As frustrating as the crying can be, this is good news for parents! To put it another way, babies who increase and decrease their crying, have prolonged crying times, and sometimes inconsolable crying times are acting like they should, or were designed, to act!


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THE MAN WHO THOUGHT HE COULD FLY
12 TALES FROM THE EDGE OF IMAGINATION
The Man Who Thought He Could Fly is a wildly entertaining and deeply thought-provoking collection of short stories filled with drama, intrigue, suspense, and allegory, all cleverly delivered in the familiar Twilight Zone-style of storytelling that J.L. Pattison's fans have come to expect.
The Dragon Keeper
Majority Rules
The Weight of Chains
They Came Upon a Midnight Clear
The Great Divorce
The Dreams of Evil Men
Revolution in the Park
Hall of Rooms
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BECAUSE SOME CONSPIRACIES ARE TOO BIG TO FAIL
Agent Sherard Parker never expected to get caught.
His first reconnaissance mission with the DEA was supposed to be simple: infiltrate a small South Pacific island and gather intelligence about its involvement in the international drug trade.
But when Parker stumbles upon a hidden airliner reportedly shot down weeks earlier—an act of terrorism that sparked a war—he realizes the island is more than just home to a major drug operation, it's also part of a conspiracy so evil it could lead to World War III.
After being captured, Parker is forced to abandon his original mission for a far more important one: escape from the island and return to his family.
Can Parker lead an eclectic band of prisoners in a daring life-or-death escape from their tropical prison, or will those in charge of protecting the island prevail, keeping its dark secrets forever?
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". . . a fascinating and suspenseful journey . . . "
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SAVING KENNEDY
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"A 21st Century Rod Serling."
"It reminded me of the old Twilight Zone stories with the twists and turns."
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"Two great short stories, both with great twists at the end."
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A stranger in a cornfield, a letter detailing horrific future events, and a chance to change the fate of a nation slipping into turmoil.
Theodore Garfield never believed the old farmer's story about the day the stranger appeared in his cornfield. And Theodore was even more skeptical about the letter the visitor left behind detailing the gradual downfall of America beginning with the assassination of a future president named John F. Kennedy.
Years later the farmer's story is all but forgotten until a young senator named John F. Kennedy is elected president. With the farmer and the letter now long gone, will Theodore be able to prevent one of the most tragic days in American history?
"I was blown away. It was amazing and scary at the same time. The Visitor left me breathless."
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"Possibly the best short story I have [ever] read.
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"My heart is still racing after just reading this story."
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"A time travel story that was distressingly realistic."
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TWO SHORT STORIES.
TWO TIME TRAVELERS.
TWO CHANCES TO CHANGE HISTORY.
J.L. Pattison's first paperback release, Saving Kennedy contains his first two short fiction eBook releases, The Visitor and Alibi Interrupted, both exploring the subjects of the JFK assassination, time travel gone wrong, and the consequences of the decisions we make.
ALIBI INTERRUPTED
TIME TRAVEL ALWAYS HAS ITS CONSEQUENCES
When Stewart Hudson travels back in time to stop the assassination of President Kennedy, he not only becomes the accused assassin's alibi, but he also finds himself stuck in 1963.
To ensure Stewart gets it right this time, the wife of his future grandson confronts him before he leaves for 1963, and she quickly learns that meddling in the affairs of the past always has its consequences.
"[Alibi Interrupted] gave me chills.
So many twists and turns . . . . It was perfect."
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"Returning to Pattison's writing is like returning to an old friend. It makes me want to read more [short stories] like this. Pattison's books are the kind that really remind you why you love reading."
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"J.L. Pattison has a good command of language, plot, characters, and dialogue.
His writing is on par with some long-established authors . . . . He writes with a flair reminiscent of Rod Serling."
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"This story is a true page-turner. I was hooked right from the very beginning. It moves at a steady, purposeful clip that kept me totally locked in. . . . [A]nd the ending was very much straight out of a Twilight Zone episode."
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Kojo Oppong Nkrumah lauds Akufo-Addo for re-appointing him
k e Send an email January 22, 2021
Minister-designate for Information, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has thanked President Nana Akufo-Addo for appointing him to serve again in the Information Ministry.
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah is among the 19 ministers who have been retained by the President to serve in his second term.
President Akufo-Addo announced the list of ministerial nominations on Thursday, January 21, 2021.
The list saw some former Ministers ditched while a few others were retained.
Mr. Oppong Nkrumah who is also the Member of Parliament (MP) for Ofoase-Ayirebi in reaction to the list tweeted "thanks for the confidence reposed in me Nana Akufo-Addo".
Thanks for the confidence reposed in me @NAkufoAddo.
— Kojo Oppong Nkrumah (@konkrumah) January 21, 2021
Other returning Ministers in Akufo-Addo's second term are Albert Kan Dapaah with the National Security Ministry, Ken Ofori-Atta for Finance, and Alan Kyerematen for Trade and Industry.
The rest are:
Dominic Nitiwul – Defence
Ambrose Dery – Interior
Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey – Foreign Affairs & Regional Integration
Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu – Parliamentary Affairs
Ursula Owusu-Ekuful – Communications and Digitalisation
Dr. Owusu Afriyie Akoto – Food and Agriculture
Kwaku Agyemang Manu – Health
Kwasi Amoako-Atta – Roads and Highways
Kwaku Ofori Asiamah – Transport
Cecilia Abena Dapaah – Sanitation and Water Resources
Ignatius Baffuor Awuah – Employment and Labour Relations
Four Regional Ministers also retained their portfolios.
In all, President Akufo-Addo has appointed 30 Ministers, and 16 Regional Ministers, bringing the total number of ministers to 46.
He has assured not to appoint more than 85 ministers in his second term in office.
Meanwhile, President Akufo-Addo has submitted the list of nominees to Parliament for consideration and approval as ministers of state.
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin has since referred the request for ministerial nomination approval to Parliament's Appointments Committee for consideration and report.
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo
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RVA Rapid Transit: Public Comment for Metro-wide Transit!
Below are the respective dates for upcoming Richmond City Council meetings, Henrico Board of Supervisors meetings, and Chesterfield Board of Supervisor meetings. Once you sign up, we will contact you with more info. During public comment period you have up to 3 minutes to share your support, and we have print outs of key points you can use if you would like on why metro-wide transit is a key way to open up access, economic development, and higher quality of life for everyone!
Richmond City Council meets 6 PM on set Monday nights at City Hall, 900 E Broad St, in Council Chambers on the second floor. The public comment period at which you would speak usually occurs between 6:00-7:30 PM. At a normal meeting, you would be finished by 7:00/30 PM if not before.
Henrico Board of Supervisors meets 7 PM on set Tuesday nights at the Government Center, 4301 East Parham Road, in the Board Room of the Administration Building. The public comment period at which you would speak usually occurs around 7:30 PM. At a normal meeting, you would be finished by 8:00 PM if not before.
Chesterfield Board of Supervisors meets 6:30 PM on set Wednesday nights at 10001 Iron Bridge Road, in the Chesterfield County Public Meeting Room. The public comment period at which you would speak usually occurs around 6:50 PM. At a normal meeting, you would be finished by 7:30 PM if not before.


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There are 4 blog entries for April 2011.
Thursday, April 21st, 2011 at 4:58pm.
Just added a new Address Search feature that I hope you find helpful. Simply click the Address Search Tab at the top of the page and input the street name. A drop down box will appear where you simply select the address you are looking for and you go straight to that listing.
You have many sites to choose from when conducing your Greenville South Carolina real estate search and I am pleased you are using my site. My hope is that you will allow me the opportunity of working with you to find your new home here.
Tuesday, April 19th, 2011 at 10:12am.
Lot Description-Here you can specify things such as fenced yard, cul-de-sac etc.
Amenities Include-Neighborhood pool, tennis courts, club house etc.
Foundation-Specify crawl space, slab etc.
By using the tools on my site you should be able to focus your search and pinpoint your new home. My hope is that you will see the value of this site and allow me the opportunity of working with you to find your new home. I want you to be a client and not just a user of the site. Please let me know how I can assist with your Greenville SC home search.
Saturday, April 2nd, 2011 at 5:51pm.
Just listed a great home in Pelham Falls. Home is located at 8 Woodway Court and is in a cul-de-sac. Hardwoods throughout first floor with the exception of the Great Room. Fresh paint, new door hardware, two 45 gallon water heaters and move-in ready.
Click here to view details about this home.
Saturday, April 2nd, 2011 at 12:28pm.
Interest rates remain low and homes for sale inventory in the Greenville SC real estate market remains steady. Year to date home sales numbers for our area are similar to 2010 figures and signs are positive heading into the Spring which is typically our busiest time of the year.
Below is a recap of activity based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Greenville, South Carolina, Inc. for single family residential home sales for March 2011.
There are currently 5686 single family homes for sale in the Greenville MLS. 713 of these are To Be Built or New Never Lived in homes.
In March 476 homes sold for an average price of $167,830. These homes sold for an average of 5.2% off list and in an average of 123 days on market.


The Ducks were the first NHL team to finish up the regular season, so Jones will continue honing his craft with the Gulls. Anaheim's first-round (24th overall) pick from the 2016 draft produced two goals and three assists through 30 games as a rookie this season. He should be a dynasty stash in a variety of formats, and even owners in redraft leagues should view him as a late-round sleeper for 2019-20.
Jones collected a pair of assists and four shots in Friday's 5-2 win over the Kings.
The assists give Jones five points in 30 contests this season, and he added 58 shots on goal. The American winger, a first-round pick from 2016, will try to build on this effort next year after featuring mostly as a fourth-liner in this campaign.
Jones potted a goal on five shots in Wednesday's 3-1 win over the Flames.
It's Jones' second career tally, and his first game-winning goal. Jones has three points in 29 games this season, averaging 13:12 per contest coming into the night. He also has 54 shots on goal.


HortiBot is an autonomous plant care robot project coordinated by Aarhus University, Institute of Agricultural Engineering, Research Centre Bygholm. HortiBot provides precision weeding, agriculture robotics and machinery management.
The HortiBot can autonomously pass over visible rows in several set areas; it uses Eco-Dan commercial row-detection software with GPS.
HortiBot can recognize 25 different kinds of weeds, eliminating it with its attachments. It is hoped that herbicide use can be reduced by as much as 75 percent, making HortiBot an eco-friendly robot as well.
Somewhat ominously, it numbers among its weed-fighting attachments a small flamethrower and taser for burning and shocking weeds.
What if a HortiBot goes out of control? I'm thinking you'll want to call Tom Selleck and the rest of the runaway robot squad from Runaway, the excellent 1984 movie written and directed by Michael Crichton.
Just listen to this futuristic dialog, which could be happening any day now once HortiBot gets into using those extra attachments.
Read more about the agricultural robot pest controller robot from Runaway, watch this instructive HortiBot video, check out the HortiBot website. Via Roland.


Allison Funk is the author of five books of poems: Wonder Rooms (Parlor Press, 2015); The Tumbling Box (C&R Press, 2009); The Knot Garden (Sheep Meadow Press, 2002); Living at the Epicenter (Northeastern University Press, 1995), selected by Sonia Sanchez as the winner of the 1994 Samuel French Morse Poetry Prize; and Forms of Conversion (Alice James Books, 1986).
And hills, I want to say to her.
my favorite state of undress.
Copyright © 2018 Allison Funk. This poem originally appeared in The Cincinnati Review, Summer 2018. Used with permission of the author.


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Officers on patrol will be keeping an eye out for impaired drivers, traffic speed violations and occupant protection violations. There will also be a zero tolerance policy put in place for alcohol-related offenses and seat belt/child safety restraint violations also in effect.
Lt. Charles Kohlberg said with Halloween being a community-wide celebration, it's likely there could be more violations during the holiday weekend.
"With Halloween, generally people tend to have Halloween parties, costume parties and such. So I mean there is a potential that there could be more impaired drivers on the road around that time period," Kohlberg said.
The EPD has conducted several traffic enforcement periods this year, and Kohlberg said he hopes it continues to make a significant impact on public safety.
"We certainly hope that we're making a difference. Anytime that we have a DUI arrest, we're taking a person off the roadway that could potentially could be involved in a traffic crash involving a sub-party. So we believe it has an impact," he said.
Kohlberg said these enforcement periods are important in the sense of maintaining the safety of the public and reducing the instances of traffic violations and collisions.
"They're important because we're able to bring officers in on overtime details where that specifically is what they're doing for that time period is looking for impaired drivers," he said.
With Halloween weekend coming up, Kohlberg said the EPD advises anyone who knows they will be consuming alcohol should take extra caution and make a plan.
"Like we always suggest, if you think that you're going to be at an event and you're going to be consuming alcohol to the point where you're going to be impaired, too impaired to drive, you should make arrangements ahead of time. Have a designated driver, use public transportation, stay in place; there's several different options that you can take a look at when you know that you're going to be drinking to the point of impairment before you drive," he said.
This traffic enforcement period will conclude on Wednesday, Nov. 2. The next traffic enforcement period will take place near Thanksgiving on Monday, Nov. 14 until Monday, Nov. 28.


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CEO calls for investment in ESG-linked catastrophe bonds
by Micah Guiao 09 Nov 2021
CEO calls for investment in ESG-linked catastrophe bonds | Insurance Business America
Chief executive officer David Howden has urged senior leaders in the global investment, humanitarian and philanthropic communities to close the climate protection gap through catastrophe bonds.
He said this as part of his keynote speech at the World Climate Summit at COP26, claiming that if only 3% of global pension fund assets under management were redirected to insurance-based ESG investments, it would already create $1.5 trillion of capital for social good.
"We can't keep relying on government and charities to find more money – there is far more private capital available than public – and there is huge appetite from this capital to invest in ESG, but it needs a market," Howden said. "So, I'm here today to ask for your help in creating that market."
According to a new report by Howden Group, the humanitarian funding gap has risen from less than $1 billion two decades ago, to $4 billion a decade ago, to over $20 billion at present.
"The shortfall isn't just a funding gap – it is lives and livelihoods," Howden explained to the panel. "It is the difference between the 235 million people who need humanitarian support and the 160 million people that humanitarian organizations can currently afford to reach."
To close the protection gap, Howden turned to the success of catastrophe bonds as a way to pool private capital for scaling up insurance solutions in humanitarian projects.
He cited the world's first catastrophe bond for volcanic eruptions – a partnership between Howden Group and the Danish Red Cross – as a strong model for other kinds of disaster relief projects. The volcano bond has a multiplier effect that would compensate up to 20 times the premium.
Part of its funding came from the Howden Group foundation that now holds £100 million worth of financial relief for global projects.
"The real power of insurance lies not only in its underwriting and risk modeling capabilities, but its ability to attract and mobilize capital," Howden said.
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3 : every other : every second He works on alternate days.
: to change from one to another repeatedly Rain alternated with sun.
2 : one that substitutes for or alternates with another They chose twelve jurors and two alternates.
Alternate shades of wood formed a pattern around the window. We took an alternate route because of the traffic. Due to an emergency, the plane landed at an alternate airport.
The poem alternates fear and hope. The light and dark woods alternate to form an elegant pattern around the window.
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—used to describe something that happens one time, does not happen the next time, happens again, etc.
3 : every other : every second We meet on alternate days.
: to take place or cause to take place by turns She alternated between running and lifting weights.
: a person named to take the place of another whenever necessary They were chosen as alternates to attend the convention.
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Specification errors: high load bushings, unrealistic tolerances, not compensating for thermal expansion.
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Specification errors: Impact parts, marine applications (without accounting for swell), using nylon bushings in high RPM applications.
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Specification errors: Using black (copolymer) acetal in food processing applications. It is not food-safe, unlike the blue and white.
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Weaknesses: High cost, elevated temperatures.
Specification errors: Typically in applications that generate high internal heat, such as a hammer cushion for pile drivers. Tuffkast is also softer than nylon, which can lead to increased wear in certain applications.
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Specification errors: As glass/sight part without upgrading to a anti-scratch version of the plastic.
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Weaknesses: Difficult to fabricate, prone to cracking.
Specification errors: Using in "Do-it-yourself" projects without proper knowledge of fabrication procedures.
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Weaknesses: Water saturation degrades the plastic (especially softer grades), vibration degrades the plastic's composition.
Specification errors: Vibration or moisture applications.
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Weaknesses: Polyurethane is superior in many applications, grades must be selected carefully.
Specification errors: Choosing an ineffective grade of rubber for an application to save on cost, assuming the lower grade will still function.
For more information about which plastic is best for your application, please contact us.
Creep: The slow changing in dimensional stability of a plastic. Especially relevant with polyethylene.
Cross-linking: When valence bonds are formed between polymer chain molecules. In effect, making the material stronger.
Commodity plastic: lower priced, lower performance plastics used for common consumer needs such as point of purchase displays, toys, household containers.
Engineering plastics: higher priced, higher performance plastics used to solve problems for industry. For example, bushings, bearings, wear guides, diverter arms, hopper liners, etc.
FRP: Fiberglass reinforced plastic. Corrosion-resistant materials used as railings, grating, stairways, etc replacing traditional materials such as steel, aluminum or wood.
Polyurethane: An elastomer with unique physical properties. Can be made anywhere from a soft deadplate to absorb impact, to hard lubrication-impregnated bearing grades.
Thermoplastic: A plastic that can be softened by heat and hardened by cooling in a reversible process.
Thermoset: A Plastic that cannot be reformed after setting.
UHMW-PE: Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene. Perhaps the most popular and widely used engineering plastic.
At times in the plastic industry it seems like certain engineering plastics such as UHMW-PE and PTFE get all the attention as far as properties and applications. While those polymers certainly are worthy of attention, other plastics have outstanding characteristics, which should not be overlooked.
Redco™ Polyurethane is one of the most versatile and remarkable plastics available and can be used in a wide array of applications that perhaps no other material can compete with. The following is a primer on the unique characteristics, grades and possible applications for Redco™ polyurethane.
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What is the "A" and "D" scale?
Urethanes are classified to a hardness scale called the "Durometer" rating. This is an often confusing scale to those unaware of polyurethane classification. For example, Redco™ produces polyurethanes in grades of 70A and 75D – don't be fooled – those are vastly different materials. A classification of "A" denotes a soft urethane (on same scale as rubber) and a Redco™ 70A polyurethane would be commonly used as shock pads. A Redco™ 75D polyurethane ,on the other hand, is bearing-grade material with high impact strength designed to replace metals in applications. "D" refers to the plastic scale, which in this case denotes a hard urethane.
To illustrate the wide variety of Redco™ polyurethane available we've provided a few examples below.
Redco™ Deadplate was designed for maximum energy absorption. It is commonly used in sawmills as a bumper for incoming logs that impact a part of the machinery. Deadplate has a rating of 52A and would feel like a "tough" rubber pad to your touch.
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Lenzing introduces carbon-zero TENCEL™ branded fibers
Following wider corporate commitments made by the Lenzing Group in 2019 to drive sustainability and combat climate change, TENCEL™, Lenzing's flagship brand for textiles, is introducing its very first carbon-zero TENCEL™ branded lyocell and modal fibers to the market.
Following the strict guidelines of The CarbonNeutral Protocol, the leading global framework for carbon neutrality, carbon-zero TENCEL™ branded fibers are certified CarbonNeutral® products for the textile industry. This means that the emissions associated with the fibers' production, manufacturing and distribution have been calculated and offset.
Under the guidance of the TENCEL™ 'true carbon zero' campaign, the TENCEL™ brand is contributing to Lenzing's commitment to the Science Based Targets (SBT) initiative and its continuous support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals to limit global warming.
To date, the Lenzing Group is the first wood-based fiber manufacturer with approved Science Based Targets in the industry. Lenzing's goal is to reduce its specific greenhouse gas emissions by 50 percent by 2030.
Available from September, the newly launched carbon-zero TENCEL™ Modal and Lyocell fibers are contributing to this target through reduced production emissions and its industry engagement to lower energy consumption across the supply chain. In addition to offering new sustainable options to the textile and fashion industry, the new carbon neutral fibers show a clear commitment to Lenzing's earlier announcement of investing more than EUR 100 million in reducing carbon emissions in its operational boundaries and supply chain.
All-new fiber journey towards achieving carbon zero
Biodegradable and derived from botanic origin, fabrics produced using carbon-zero TENCEL™ fibers will have a third party verified label, offering a new level of sustainable transparency to Lenzing's customers, brands and consumers. In addition to having a higher environmental value, the fibers will also feature the functional benefits of standard TENCEL™ branded fibers including gentleness on the skin, long-lasting softness, silky smoothness, enhanced breathability and color retention.
The introduction of the new carbon-zero TENCEL™ fibers is a key milestone in promoting the transparency of raw materials used in textile products. According to Lenzing's Global Consumer Perception Survey on Sustainable Raw Materials in Fashion and Home Textiles conducted in early 2020, respondents indicated that they actively educate themselves on sustainability through research around the production process of products before purchase. Most respondents also considered brands that are transparent with their ingredients and the origin of their raw materials as trustworthy. These findings demonstrate the significance of raw materials, echoing Lenzing's ongoing efforts to engage with its partners for new sustainable developments and educate brands and consumers on sustainability in textiles.
Committed to 'Reduce', 'Engage' and 'Offset' to support net carbon-zero by 2050
In late 2019, Lenzing pledged to reduce specific carbon emissions by 50 percent by 2030 and become net carbon-zero by 2050. Picking up on these commitments, Lenzing's TENCEL™ brand is taking action via the pillars 'Reduce', 'Engage' and 'Offset', which actively reduces the product's carbon footprint, engages industry partners and offsets unavoidable carbon emissions.
With the priority of achieving continuous reduction of carbon emissions through more efficient production methods across the entire supply chain, using renewable energy sources and embracing new technologies, Lenzing is also working with the leading experts on carbon neutrality and climate finance, Natural Capital Partners, to achieve CarbonNeutral® product certification for TENCELTM Lyocell and Modal fibers. Natural Capital Partners requires an independent third-party assessment of the products' carbon footprint and works with the highest quality carbon finance projects which produce verifiable, additional and permanent emission reductions that meet International Carbon Reduction and Offset Alliance (ICROA) approved standards. Furthermore, carbon-zero TENCEL™ fibers are produced using renewable energy, whilst also monitoring and engaging with suppliers.
Tom Popple, Senior Manager, Climate Change and Sustainability at Natural Capital Partners, commented: "By achieving CarbonNeutral® product certification for two TENCELTM fibers, Lenzing has taken an important step in its long-term journey to reduce its company and product emissions. Not only that, but due to the position of Lenzing in the supply chain of many fashion retailers, this certification sends a message of commitment to climate action for the textile industry. We are delighted to be working with Lenzing and look forward to supporting the company to achieve its future climate commitments."
In parallel, the TENCEL™ brand is engaging industry partners and raw material suppliers to collaborate and empower brands to take part in the carbon neutral movement. To this end, Lenzing is the first cellulosic fiber producer to commit to the Science Based Targets initiative, as we engage and steer our industry to normalize supply chain transparency, source materials with low carbon footprint and thereby reduce overall carbon emissions.
Until carbon emission levels can be completely eradicated, the TENCEL™ brand will take actions to offset emissions by supporting verified global carbon reduction projects in areas that are linked to the textile industry, such as India, Bangladesh or Thailand. "We as a company and brand have taken steps to reduce our footprint, but not all emissions are avoidable. This motivates us to act on a global level and we found possibilities to help and support the avoidance of CO2 emissions around the world. The concept of carbon compensation through offsetting helps to contribute to carbon reduction through verified climate finance projects," said Florian Heubrandner, Vice President of Global Business Management Textiles at Lenzing.
"In the midst of such a climate crisis, Lenzing believes that every company must take action against global warming within its sphere of influence. We are extremely excited to embark on this new initiative featuring CarbonNeutral® product offerings under the TENCEL™ brand. This is a new step forward for Lenzing's overall corporate goal, enabling us to assist supply chain partners and motivate textile brands in reassessing carbon emissions in their production lines. Looking forward, we will continue to diversify our product portfolio following stringent internal guidelines that help to avoid greenwashing and involves consumers in the carbon neutral discussion," said Florian Heubrandner.
Making a fundamental change in operations to reduce carbon emissions
Guided by Science Based Targets to facilitate the seamless transition of Lenzing's carbon-zero journey, Lenzing will deploy four key levers that cover energy efficiency, reduction of fossil fuel use, integration of pulp and fiber production facilities and ongoing investment in new technologies to reduce carbon emissions.
"The launch of our carbon-zero TENCEL™ fibers is just the start of an ongoing battle against climate change. As we continue to innovate our production processes and fiber offerings, we will look beyond being complacent about the inherent climate advantage of the wood-based fiber business model. Our ultimate goal is to offer the carbon neutral benefit across our entire selection of TENCEL™ fibers and the textile supply chain," says Robert van de Kerkhof, Chief Commercial Officer at Lenzing Group. "In parallel, we will continue to work with different partners, from brands and designers to NGOs, to build a more effective ecosystem that strives to achieve the common goal of carbon neutrality. While we continue to support our partners in their journey towards carbon neutral, we encourage everyone to join our 'true carbon zero' movement. With the clock already ticking, let us come together against climate change!"
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Protests held across LatAm denouncing Amazon fires
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Dateline: Buenos Aires/Bogota/Lima - 23 August 2019
Date: 08/23/2019 10:38 PM
Buenos Aires - 23 August 2019
1. Environmental NGOs gathering in front of Brazilian embassy in Buenos Aires during a demonstration against the Amazon rainforest fires
2. A woman holding a drawing depicting the Amazon rainforest, animals and a fire
3. Tilt from banner reading (Spanish): "Stop destroying the Amazon" to woman taking photos
4. Camila Romero, protest organizer speaking on loudspeaker UPSOUND (Spanish): "The loss of one seventh of the Amazon rainforest. Is not enough for you to react? We are talking about two hundred fires a day."
5. Close of Romero speaking on loudspeaker UPSOUND (Spanish): "The Amazon is under fire non-stop since nineteen days. Thirty percent of the planet's species live there, more than 350 aboriginal communities and more than one million people."
6. Wide of Brazilian embassy, policemen and protest
7. Policemen
8. Activists holding banners reading (Spanish): "The Amazon is on fire" and "Act now"
9. SOUNDBITE (Spanish) Felipe Cortines, environmental engineer and member of the environment group Extinction Rebellion:
"It's been said fifty years, that in 2050 we should take measures, then thirty years, then ten years, eighteen months but now with the burning of the last lung of our earth that produces almost 20 percent of the world's oxygen, time is running out faster towards an inhuman (uninhabitable) extent."
10. Media
11. Tilt down of woman with green scarf partly covering her face to banner reading (Spanish): "Out Bolsonaro! SOS the Amazon"
Bogota - 23 August 2019
12. Wide of hundreds of young people protesting against Amazon fires
13. Protesters chanting and holding up signs
14. Protester holding sign in (Spanish) reading: "Climate is changing why aren't we?"
15. Protesters chanting UPSOUND (Spanish) "Reforestation"
16. Close of Brazilian flag with words "SOS" around it
17. Wide of protest
18. Close of dog with sign around his neck in (Spanish) reading: "For the tribes and animals of the Amazon"
19. SOUNDBITE (Spanish) Beverly Cooper, environmental activist:
"Bolsonaro's policies are categorically threatening the Amazon rain forest so we have to go out to the streets to show that we are not going to accept this and that we cannot stand still in front of what is essentially a crime against humanity in addition to the environmental policies of Bolsonaro."
20. Large sign reading "SOS Amazon"
21. Young protesters holding sign in (Spanish) reading: "There will be no jungle standing if we remain seated"
22. Various of indigenous people taking part in protest
Lima - 23 August 2019
23. Various of dozens of people protesting against forest fires outside of the Brazilian mission in Lima
24. Close of cardboard banner reading (Spanish): "Without the Amazon there is no future"
25. Daniela Gomez carrying her dog
26. SOUNDBITE (Spanish) Daniela Gomez, protester:
"We are here really to demonstrate our rejection over what is happening. I think that at the moment it (fires) are in the territory of Brazil or Bolivia, but eventually it will arrive in Peru. This is a global crisis, the Amazon as many posters (banners) here say, are the lungs of the planet and we all have to be demonstrating our rejection and try to find some kind of change so we can make (improve our planet)."
27. Gomez holding her dog during the protest
28. Various of protest and people chanting "Bolsonaro out!"
29. Police in riot gear standing guard
30. Various of protest
31. Close of black sign in (Spanish) reading: "Bolsonaro Assassin"
32. Protesters chanting and waving signs outside of Brazilian embassy
Hundreds of young people across Latin America called for the containment of fires sweeping parts of the Amazon, amid increasing international pressure on Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro to do more to combat deforestation.
Bolsonaro on Friday authorized use of the military to battle the massive blazes.
Meanwhile the protesters demonstrated outside of the Brazilian diplomatic mission in Argentina's capital, Buenos Aires, urging Brazil to do more to fight the fires.
Similar protests took place in Colombia's capital Bogota and in Lima, Peru.
Bolsonaro has previously described rainforest protections as an obstacle to economic development, sparring with critics who note that the Amazon produces vast amounts of oxygen and is considered crucial in efforts to contain global warming.
An Associated Press journalist who travelled to the Amazon region on Friday saw many already deforested areas that had been burned.
Charred trees and fallen branches were seen around Porto Velho, the capital of Rondonia state, which borders Bolivia.
In some instances, the burned fields were adjacent to intact livestock ranches and other farms, suggesting the fires had been managed as part of a land-clearing policy.
Neighbouring Bolivia and Paraguay have also struggled to contain fires that swept through woods and fields and, in many cases, were set to clear land for farming.
Fires are common in Brazil in the annual dry season, but they are much more widespread this year.
Brazilian state experts reported nearly 77,000 wildfires across the country so far this year, up 85% over the same period in 2018.
Just over half of those fires have occurred in the Amazon region.
Brazil contains about 60% of the Amazon rainforest.
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Church secretary Donna Marouski met with Channel 3's Kim Lucey this morning for an interview and film in the church. Lucey was very enthusiastic and Donna said she and the cameraman were very impressed with the story. The piece will be on air tomorrow morning (June 19, 2015) sometime between 5:30 and 6:00 a.m. (In fact, she told Donna she would be live in front of the church tomorrow a.m. to intro the news item), and again at the evening news. I think Donna said between 5:30 and 6:00 p.m. Stay tuned!


I am in the planning stages of redoing my office and craft spaces and I thought I might share with you some of the inspirations that I have found. I don't have a room for either space so will be using tables and cabinets to makeover the areas. Please visit the individual links and/or pictures for each inspiration below to pin the original pictures.
This table from Funky Junk Interiors was actually one of my first inspirations. I love the rustic feel and how long it is. When I am working on a project, it is so helpful to have the space to spread out, especially if I end up working on more than one project at a time. Pegboards in a creative space are invaluable for items that need to be within reach often but pegboard itself is not exactly pretty to me. These framed pegboards from Tatertots and Jello caught my eye because they look like artwork. The frames take away from the utilitarian feel of pegboard and make it pretty!!
This piece literally made me gasp when I saw it on Funky Junk Interiors! What a perfect piece for craft supplies!! Unfortunately for me and Donna, the piece was sold already..for $90!!!! Unbelievable price! But it gives me hope that such pieces exist and maybe I will find something similar for my space (yes, I am dreaming, but just let me have my dream!).
These chalkboards doors from Lolly Jane are just beautiful. What I love about them is that they are actually done with regular paint and then a chalkboard coating is added! This leaves the choice of colors for the side of my desk/cabinet wide open. The cabinet will be in my living room, so I can now use the chalkboard as a burst of color for the room.
We have a local junk dealer where I am hoping to find a fabulous chair for my desk. I love how Cynthia at Simply Chic Treasures redid these chairs. They have given me some cool ideas to work with! The burlap seat is fun but I will have to see if it will work with my living room.
A waste basket will be a must for both spaces, and even though I already have them, this one just might make me buy some chicken wire! You can visit Calli at Make It Do to see how she made this unique piece.
Of course, this space would be the ultimate! To have a little house to call a studio….aahhh…that is the best dream of all! I hope some of these ideas inspire you if you are redoing your craft or office space. Feel free to check out my Pinterest boards for more inspirations and let me know below what you are currently working on! What would be your ultimate work space? What is your must have craft or office accessory?
Wow, what great inspiration 😉 Love all of it!
Thanks for visiting, Jamie! I can't wait to get started on my spaces!
That space is just the best! A separate studio from my house is the ultimate dream for me!
Thanks for visiting, Nan. I will check out your blog.
Thanks for the inspiration pics. i am in the process of trying to reduce my stash to fit into a guest/computer room. I need all the help I can get. Those locker baskets at $90!?! SWOON!
Glad the pictures helped! Weren't those wire baskets not amazing??!!! I am going to be on the lookout for something similar.
Love these pictures…. like playing with your play room ha ha. May I invite you to come link it up at our party at http://www.finecraftguild.com/party-63/ ?! ' would love to see your creative musing there!
Rose, thanks for the invite. I will definitely check out the link party!
My favorite is definitely the Pegboard Organizational Wall. Now, if I can only find the time to try this. It would be so neat for that room that is not being used downstairs. Saw you on the Sharefest.
Glad that you at least have a room to work with…I am working with a corner of a room! But I am grateful to have that!
So… maybe we can work together? We'll tackle your Craft Room and then we'll tackle mine! Sounds good? I would like mine inside a Airstream Camper Trailer.. I did an inspiration post on Friday full of wonderful trailers!
I loved the trailer post!!! So jealous of people that have them just hanging out in their backyards as an escape!! I would love to help with your room…lol!!
Well, mine is not cute and super tiny! Hopefully I will get to change the cute part soon!
The piece from Funky Junk Interiors is wonderful. I have always dreamed of having a little house in the yard to play in.
It is not the best!? Here's hoping you find your little house in the yard! Lol!


Stornoway Ferry Pier | Rooflights and Glazed Structures by BBS Structural Glazing Ltd.
BBS manufactured and installed a 96.0m long structural glazed walkway on Stornoway ferry pier on the Isle Of Lewis in 1997. The walkway was specially designed utilising steel and aluminium to withstand some of the harshest and severe weather conditions experienced anywhere in the UK.
Since the walkway was installed Stornoway has experienced hurricane force winds with speeds in excess of 120 mph, the fact that the walkway was able to withstand these conditions is a credit to it's designers. The walkway is alao fitted with high level louvre vents to keep it cool in the summer months.
View from inside the main walkway and looking down from the terminal building doors. This view shows the main steel frames with intermediate curtain walling glazing section and also shows the high level louvre vents.
BBS returned to Stornoway in 2006 to install a 90 degree angled link, the new link being fully connected and sealed to both the bottom of the ferry gangway ramp and one of the side exit doors in the existing walkway ensures the passengers are fully weather protected from the ferry to the terminal building.
View of the connection bettween the existing walkway and the new link.
View showing the made to measure flashing connection to the bottom of the gangway ramp, all dimensions were site measured and all parts were made to suit at the BBS manufacturing facility in Newcastle Upon Tyne.
Further walkways of similar design were installed by BBS at Craignure pier on the Isle Of Mull and Stromness ferry pier on Orkney.
Main Contractor: John Fyfe. Stornoway.
Client: Highlands & Islands Council.


It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lorraine Tyson on January 31, 2019 at the Crowsnest Pass Health Care Centre, Blairmore, AB. She was 79 years of age.
Lorraine, husband Stephen & children Carol & Murray moved to the Crowsnest Pass in 1967 and left the area in 1971. Lorraine and Stephen returned to the Pass in 1995. Lorraine remained in the area for several years after her husband's death in 1999; she then relocated to B.C in 2003. She returned to the Crowsnest Pass in 2009 to be closer to her long time friends and her son Murray. Lorraine resided at York Creek Lodge (YCL) and always spoke fondly of the staff. Lorraine enjoyed participating in the daily Lodge activities, especially playing bingo, going on an outing, or simply visiting with friends, Lorraine treasured and appreciated every moment. The family wishes to express a special thank you to Carman, YCL Recreation Director, for her kindness to our mother.
Left to mourn her passing and celebrate her life are, sister Karen, son, Murray Tyson of Coleman, daughter, Carol (Dave Clare) Tyson of Comox, BC, grandson Tevis Tovo of Vancouver, BC, cherished friend Beryl Or, as well as her extended family and many friends.
She was predeceased by her husband, Stephen, brother, Jackie and sister, Kathy.
With respect for Lorraine's wishes, no funeral service will be held. Memorial donations will be gratefully accepted by the York Creek Lodge Residents' Association (PO Box 1050, Blairmore, AB T0K 0E0). Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.


Disclosure: I received free samples of California Avocado mentioned in the post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by California Avocado and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.
It also has 20% of the daily value for vitamin B-6, and 24% of vitamin C! Can you say SuperFood?!
In addition to their health benefits, avocados are so versatile. A few slices make a nice addition to an omelet for brunch, and of course, they're great as a snack or appetizer with chips and salsa. I think avocados look so pretty when served as part of a salad, and just cut in half. They make a beautiful addition to any summer cookout table, and that's perfect because they're in season from spring until the end of summer.
When I saw that the California Avocado Commission was sponsoring a Recipe Redux recipe contest, I jumped at the chance to share one of my favorite summer salads. I love this grilled avocado salad because it's a show stopper – so colorful and beautiful. Most of the ingredients are grilled ahead of time, so it's also easy, and everyone gets their own individual portion – kinda fancy :)!
Vegetables can be grilled and salad assembled several hours before serving. If holding grilled avocados, brush with a little extra lime juice, and put halves together to prevent browning. Stuff avocados just before serving.
Spray tortilla with cooking spray, or lightly brush with olive oil. Sprinkle lightly with salt.
Squeeze lime juice from 1/2 lime (about 2 Tbs) over avocado halves. Brush avocado, onion slices, and corn with half of the olive oil. Lightly salt avocado halves.
Grill vegetables and tortilla until slightly charred and softened. Avocado halves should be grilled flesh side down, and will only need 1-2 minutes until charred.
Remove vegetables and tortilla from grill and let cool.
When cool enough to handle, cut kernels from corn and place in a mixing bowl.
Cut onion into diced size pieces and add to bowl.
Add diced tomato, black beans, cilantro and jalapeño (if desired).
In a separate bowl or measuring cup, mix remaining 2 Tbs lime juice, 2 Tbs olive oil, cumin and salt to taste. Mix well, and pour dressing over salad and toss again.
To serve, put 1-2 spoonfuls of salad mixture in and around each avocado half. Garnish with a tortilla chip.
I've seen grilled avocado, but never w grilled corn and tortillas. What a perfect pairing!