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Keeping your date happy on special occasions like Valentine's Day while sticking to your budget could be like walking on a tightrope – one wrong move and everything could go awry.
You may want to wine and dine your loved one at a five-star establishment, but your bank balance may make you think twice and lead instead to a cosy night in with pizzas and a moderately priced bottle of red. But keeping the spending down may not be so easy, particularly if this is a new relationship and your partner enjoys the good life.
City Press has a few suggestions to keep the amount you spend on a date in check, without your new love suspecting your not-so-spendthrift ways:
1. Order wisely
It could be blatantly obvious that you are watching your pennies if you ask your waiter about the specials of the night, but there are also subtle ways to keep the bill from escalating.
Katherine Jacobs, online editor of Eat Out, says: "Order the vegetarian option. Most fine dining restaurants have a vegetarian tasting menu, which is often just as delicious and usually cheaper."
2. It's all about timing
"Go on a date at lunchtime, particularly when it comes to fine-dining restaurants.
There is often a shorter, more affordable tasting menu at lunch time. Or go out for brunch – there's cheaper food and you're less likely to consume alcohol. Also, go out in winter.
Many high-end bistros and fine-dining restaurants offer specials in winter," says Jacobs.
If you're keen to go somewhere where you can have some alcohol, why not bring your own?
"Ask about corkage and, if it's affordable, take your own wine," adds Jacobs.
3. Make use of voucher or deal sites
It doesn't help that Valentine's Day falls in the middle of the month at a time when we could potentially already be going broke.
But thanks to group buying websites such as Hyperli and The Entertainer, we could take our date out for a fraction of the usual cost.
You could also be doing some good by buying a coupon.
"I think using vouchers is becoming more acceptable. I see lots of struggling restaurants offering vouchers and specials that are loss leading so that they can get noticed.
You may be helping out some poor business owners," says Jacobs.
If you think that whipping out a coupon would embarrass your date, rather tell the waitron about your voucher on the side or find out about specials in more subtle ways.
"On our website, we update restaurant specials weekly, and we see from the numbers that there is a huge appetite for them," says Jacobs.
4. Make a romantic dinner at home
If you can cook like Jenny Morris, then suggest a romantic candlelit dinner at home. It could save you money as you can control the menu and raid your drinks cabinet.
However, if your cooking skills are questionable, you could always order in.
A spokesperson for Uber says: "UberEats could be an idea for reducing costs on a date, and you get many choices at the tap of a button. If you don't want your date to know you ordered in, you can still say you cooked it.
"Use a friend's code, which you can get off their app, and you get R90 off on your first meal and they get R90 off their next order. So it's a win-win for both."
5. Put it on your credit card
While we don't support getting into debt over a meal or experience, if you are worried your thrifty ways will be too much of a turn-off for your partner, put the expense on your credit card.
With most credit cards, you have between 55 and 57 days to pay back the money in full before you get charged interest.
Unless expensive dinners and experiences are something your date will demand regularly, this strategy is a way to help you while you wait for payday.
Honesty is best
While these strategies are short-term solutions to impressing your date in the early days of courtship, if money is an issue, it will have to come out eventually.
Amanda Fortes, a psychotherapist, explains that the problem with money and relationships is that money is quantifiable – people can work out how much you have spent on something.
People then often equate how much you've spent on them with how much you love them.
Those who don't have the money to put on a grand display have no option but to hide their thrifty tactics.
Fortes says it's understandable that people may not want to reveal all in the beginning, because it may ruin the mystery and romance.
"But at the same time, you should communicate your values and money habits," she advises, pointing out that the number one reason most couples head for divorce is because of financial problems.
She suggests revealing your conservative views about money through a compromise.
"You can, for example, say: 'I wouldn't normally spend money on this type of holiday as it's too commercial, but because you are special to me, I am taking you out for a nice dinner.'"


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Internally the ministry is debating how to close this loophole. The official said one way could be to close it when framing rules under the new Companies Act. He, however, did not specify how the amended wording could be. The Act was passed by the Lok Sabha in December but has to be cleared by the Rajya Sabha.
Meanwhile, Sahara is fighting a public battle to keep its chief out of jail. At one point of time (in 2010) in the clash Sahara had claimed that the Corporate Affairs Ministry had sided with it saying that it had exclusive jurisdiction to investigate the company on this issue. The winds changed in Sebi's favour when the minister changed. Now the courts are also behind the regulator.
In full page advertisements taken out in leading dailies on Sunday and Monday, controversial chief managing worker of Sahara India Pariwar, Subrata Roy Sahara has openly challenged the Sebi chairman or any of the regulator's senior officials to face-off with him on live national television. The latest campaign began after Sebi asked the Supreme Court to order the arrest of Roy and a few directors in his company.
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When Sahara was first questioned by Sebi in 2010, it had argued that it does not have jurisdiction over the debenture sale because it was a private placement. The regulator had then cited Section 67 of the Act to establish jurisdiction.
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Thursday, March 27, 2014
Review: The Red-Hot Chili Cook-Off by Carolyn Brown
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Sunday, March 23, 2014
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Saturday, March 22, 2014
Review: The Widow's Guide to Sex and Dating: A Novel by Carole Radziwill
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Friday, March 21, 2014
Toddler Tales: London with the 3 year old
I am very excited and a little scared.
We are going to London for two weeks and taking the little girl.
We are going to London for two weeks and taking the little girl.
First, the flights. There and back are non-stop flights! How many hours is that, exactly? She has been great flying cross country and also to Hawaii, but those were only about five hours. Hoping she will be excited enough to be on her best behaviour, or at least sleep through most.
Then there will be the jet lag to deal with. Ugh.
I am excited about the time we will have in London. The hubby will be working during the week so the little girl and I will be exploring on our own. I think it will be fun. I do need some ideas for kid friendly activities. Do you all have any kid friendly suggestions for London?
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Monday, March 17, 2014
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The Lady's Slipper
Publication Date: June 3, 2011
Pan MacMillan
Formats: Ebook, Paperback
England, 1660.
The King is back, but memories of the English Civil War still rankle. In rural Westmorland, artist Alice Ibbetson has become captivated by the rare Lady's Slipper orchid. She is determined to capture itís unique beauty for posterity, even if it means stealing the flower from the land of the recently converted Quaker, Richard Wheeler. Fired by his newfound faith, the former soldier Wheeler feels bound to track down the missing orchid. Meanwhile, others are eager to lay hands on the flower, and have their own powerful motives.
Margaret Poulter, a local medicine woman, is seduced by the orchid's mysterious herbal powers, while Geoffrey Fisk, Alice's patron and former comrade-in-arms of Wheeler, sees the valuable plant as a way to repair his ailing fortunes and cure his own agonizing illness. Fearing that Wheeler and his friends are planning revolution, Fisk sends his son Stephen to spy on the Quakers, only for the young man to find his loyalties divided as he befriends the group he has been sent to investigate.
Then, when Alice Ibbetson is implicated in a brutal murder, she is imprisoned along with the suspected anti-royalist Wheeler. As Fisk's sanity grows ever more precarious, and Wheeler and Alice plot their escape, a storm begins to brew, from which no party will escape unscathed. Vivid, gripping and intensely atmospheric, The Lady's Slipper is a novel about beauty, faith and loyalty.
Praise for The Lady's Slipper
"The novel grips from the opening lines and carries the interest throughout. The several plot-lines are seamlessly blended and come together in a wholly satisfying conclusion. Her characters are so real that they linger in the mind long after the book is back on the shelf. Highly recommended." - Historical Novels Review Magazine
"Recommended for fans of Philippa Gregory and Rose Tremain, as well as students of the English Civil War." - Library Journal
"The intertwined stories of the orchidís fate, the mounting problems between the Quakers and the Kingís men, and Aliceís murder trial and its aftermath make for a riveting narrative." - For the Love of Books Blog
The Gilded Lily
Publication Date: September 13, 2012
Pan MacMillan
Formats: Ebook, Paperback
Westmorland, 1660.
Sadie Appleby has lived all her life in her small village. One night she is rudely awoken by her older and bolder sister, Ella, who has robbed her employer and is on the run. The girls flee their rural home of Westmorland to head for London, hoping to lose themselves in the teeming city. But the dead manís relatives are in hot pursuit, and soon a game of cat and mouse begins.
Ella becomes obsessed with the glitter and glamour of city life and sets her sights on the flamboyant man-about-town, Jay Whitgift. But nothing is what it seems, even Jay Whitgift.
Can Sadie survive a fugitive's life in the big city? But even more pressing, can she survive life with her older sister Ella?
Set in London's atmospheric coffee houses, the rich mansions of Whitehall, and the pawnshops, slums and rookeries hidden from rich menís view, The Gilded Lily is about beauty and desire, about the stories we tell ourselves, and about how sisterhood can be both a burden and a saving grace.
Praise for The Gilded Lily
"There is no greater compliment than -'Give me more!' A delight." - Susanna Gregory
"The Gilded Lily is impeccably written historical fiction. The detail is superb and life in London is so vividly depicted that the city seems to take on its own persona and become a lurking character in the story." - Let Them Read Books
"A heart-rending story of two sisters on the run, searching for a better life. Beautifully written and meticulously researched, the novel drew me straight into the teeming streets of Restoration London. An addictive, page-turning read." - Mary Sharratt
"Superb dialogue, steeped in contemporary language, adds credibility and atmosphere to this compelling tale which examines the ties that bind together siblings, the consequences of greed and ambition, the fickleness of fate and womenís constant battle to survive in a manís world. The Gilded Lily is also a fast-paced adventure peopled with ruthless villains and feisty heroines whose exploits grab the imagination and add suspense and excitement to a historical gem." - Lancashire Evening Post
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A Divided Inheritance
UK Publication Date: October 24, 2013
Pan MacMillan
Formats: Ebook, Paperback
London, 1609.
Elspet Leviston's greatest ambition is to continue the success of her father Nathanielís lace business. But her simple dreams are thrown into turmoil with the arrival of her mysterious cousin Zachary Deane, who has his own designs on Levistonís Lace. Zachary is a dedicated swordsman with a secret past that seems to invite trouble. So Nathaniel sends him on a Grand Tour, away from the distractions of Jacobean London. Elspet believes herself to be free of her hot-headed relation but when Nathaniel dies her fortunes change dramatically. She is forced to leave her beloved home and go in search of Zachary, determined to claim the inheritance that is rightfully hers.
In the searing heat of Seville, Elspet and Zachary become locked in a battle of wills. But these are dangerous times and they are soon embroiled in the roar and sweep of something far more threatening, sending them both on an unexpected journey of discovery and finally unlocking the true meaning of family.
Praise for A Divided Inheritance
"a true gem. It has a pacy storyline, the characters are complex, intriguing and often unexpected, and it is packed with fascinating historical fact" - Gabrielle Kimm, author of His Last Duchess
"Elegantly written, A Divided Inheritance brings the uncertainty of the seventeenth century gloriously to life in an engaging tale of determination, tenacity and family loyalty." - Flashlight Commentary Blog
"a multifaceted tale about the consequences of religious intolerance, the expiation of guilt, the importance of family, and the appearance of unexpected love. And swordplay! The action sequences are as sharp and dazzling as Zacharyís hand-forged blade." - Sarah Johnson, Reading the Past
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Deborah Swift used to work in the theatre and at the BBC as a set and costume designer, before studying for an MA in Creative Writing in 2007. She lives in a beautiful area of Lancashire near the Lake District National Park. She is the author of The Ladyís Slipper and is a member of the Historical Writers Association, the Historical Novel Society, and the Romantic Novelists Association.
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Thursday, March 13, 2014
Review: Divergent by Veronica Roth
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Thursday, March 6, 2014
Cover Reveal: Craving Him by Kendall Ryan
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Tradepaper on sale June 17, 2014 | Atria Books | 352 pages | ISBN 9781476756547 | ISBN: 9781476764627
About the book:
In Working It, New York Times bestselling author Kendall Ryan delivered a sexy and addictive contemporary romance about Emmy Clarke, a sweet southern girl out of her depth in New York City's cutthroat fashion industry, and Ben Shaw, the hot male model who introduced her to a world of pleasure. But their story is far from complete…
Emmy Clarke is no quitter. Toughened by her experience working for fashion heavyweight Fiona Stone, Emmy has come a long way from her country girl roots, embracing her fast-paced and unpredictable life in New York City.
Though that life comes with more than a few complications.
First there's the mystery of Fiona's pregnancy, which may or may not involve Emmy's boyfriend, superstar male model Ben Shaw. Emmy has always known that Ben comes with more baggage than she can handle—and not the Louis Vuitton kind. Yet Ben is the only man who has ever loved Emmy for who she is, and she wants nothing more than to do the same for him, even if it means forgiving his past and overlooking their wildly different lifestyles.
But when a shocking secret from Ben's past comes to light, unraveling all of their progress, Emmy must decide if their relationship is worth the fight, or if it's time to ignore her passion for him and let go.
Emmy Clarke is no quitter. Toughened by her experience working for fashion heavyweight Fiona Stone, Emmy has come a long way from her country girl roots, embracing her fast-paced and unpredictable life in New York City.
Though that life comes with more than a few complications.
First there's the mystery of Fiona's pregnancy, which may or may not involve Emmy's boyfriend, superstar male model Ben Shaw. Emmy has always known that Ben comes with more baggage than she can handle—and not the Louis Vuitton kind. Yet Ben is the only man who has ever loved Emmy for who she is, and she wants nothing more than to do the same for him, even if it means forgiving his past and overlooking their wildly different lifestyles.
But when a shocking secret from Ben's past comes to light, unraveling all of their progress, Emmy must decide if their relationship is worth the fight, or if it's time to ignore her passion for him and let go.
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Kendall Ryan is the New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of the contemporary romance novels Unravel Me, Make Me Yours, Hard to Love, Resisting Her, The Impact of You, and Working It. She's a sassy yet polite Midwestern gal with a deep love of books and a slight addiction to lip gloss.
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Wednesday, March 5, 2014
Review: Cinders and Sapphires by Leila Rasheed
Cinders and Sapphires by Leila Rasheed
416 pages, paperback
Disney-Hyperion, December 2013
Source: Sneak Peek from NetGalley
One house, two worlds...
I grabbed this 13 Chapter Sneak Peak from NetGalley awhile ago but had not read it until now. Why did I wait? It is quite the fun read. I read this in a couple hours and promptly purchased the whole book to keep reading. It is addictive and a bit of a guilty pleasure read filled with scandal and gossip, secrets and lies, all within the walls of Somerton, an English Estate, during the beginning of the 20th Century.
This is Downton Abby meets Gossip Girl and it makes for a perfect escape/vacation read. Just wish I was on vacation while reading. It's also good for some late night reading while sitting with my sick little girl.
We get to follow both the people upstairs and those downstairs, discover their secret affairs and malicious intents. This is a YA book, perfect for those ages 12-18, so the romance and scandal are not as mature as you would find in adult books, but I liked that. The innocence of the characters and their actions seem appropriate for the time period and their ages.
We get to follow both the people upstairs and those downstairs, discover their secret affairs and malicious intents. This is a YA book, perfect for those ages 12-18, so the romance and scandal are not as mature as you would find in adult books, but I liked that. The innocence of the characters and their actions seem appropriate for the time period and their ages.
Cinders and Sapphires is the first book in the Somerton series. Book 2, Diamonds and Deceit, was published in January.
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Tuesday, March 4, 2014
February 2014 Wrap-Up
1. Third Lies the Charm by Laura and Lisa Roecker *
2. Bellman and Black by Diane Setterfield *
3. 11/22/63 by Stephen King =
4. The Book Thief by Markus Zukas
5. The Fault in Our Stars by John Green
6. This Girl by Colleen Hoover +
7. The Collector of Dying Breaths by M.J. Rose *
8. Eleanor and Park by Rainbow Rowell
9. Divergent by Veronica Roth
10. The Memory Garden by Mary Rickert *
11. Tyringham Park by Rosemary McLoughlin *
12. The Diviners by Libba Bray
13. The Red-Hot Chili Cook-Off by Carolyn Brown*
Woot, Woot! Seven books in February! That hasn't happened in years. I am getting a good mix of books for review and TBR books this year. It seems to be working.
Here is what you can look forward to in March on MariReads:
Book/Author Spotlights:
Across Great Divides by Monique Roy
Deborah Swift
Cover Reveals:
Craving Him by Kendall Ryan
Divergent by Veronica Roth
The Widow's Guide to Sex and Dating: A novel by Carole Radziwell
The Red-Hot Chili Cook-Off by Carolyn Brown
At home posts:
Knitting: A couple of FO's and some new works in progress to share
Toddler Tales: What do you tell them when they ask about death?
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Monday, March 3, 2014
Book Spotlight: Across Great Divides by Monique Roy
About the Book:
Across Great Divides is a timeless story of the upheavals of war, the power of family, and the resiliency of human spirit. When Hitler came to power in 1933, one Jewish family refused to be destroyed and defied the Nazis only to come up against another struggle—apartheid in South Africa.
Sixteen-year-old twins, Eva and Inge, witness their lives in Berlin change before their eyes. Their best friend, Trudy, betrays them when she becomes a member of the Hitler Youth. A valuable family heirloom, a beautiful emerald and diamond necklace, is confiscated by the Nazis as they harass Jewish families and businesses.
Their younger brother, Max, a member of the underground resistance, sees great danger ahead. Their father, Oskar, a successful diamond merchant, refuses to leave his beloved Germany and believes Hitler will fail. Their mother, Helene, holds her family together under dire circumstances.
After the devastation of Kristallnacht in 1938, the family flees Germany with the help of the underground resistance after hiding many diamonds. They seek refuge in Antwerp, but war follows them as Belgium is occupied by the Germans.
A German man, a nun, a countess, and a winegrower help the family escape Europe. They hike over the Pyrenees Mountains while eluding German patrols and Spanish informers. Then, they spend agonizing days on a ship bound for Rio de Janeiro that is targeted by a German U-boat. As Rio's diamond business is corrupt, they decide to go to South Africa, another diamond market.
In Cape Town, Eva encounters an impoverished colored woman, Zoe, who is in need of work. The family hires Zoe as their maid. They shield her and her daughter from the dangers they face in the slums of District Six and from the horrors of apartheid, which are all too reminiscent of Nazi Germany.
But, when Max gets into trouble with the South African police over his participation in an anti-apartheid march, will he be subject to imprisonment?
In a thrilling conclusion, the family comes to terms with the evils of society, both in their memories and current situation in South Africa.
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About the Author:
Monique Roy loves writing that twitches her smiling muscles or transports her to another time or place. Her passion for writing began as a young girl while penning stories in a journal. Now she looks forward to deepening her passion by creating many unique stories that do nothing less than intrigue her readers.
Monique holds a degree in journalism from Southern Methodist University in Dallas and is the author of a middle-grade book Once Upon a Time in Venice. Monique loves to travel, play tennis, pursue her passion for writing, and read historical fiction. In 2008, she was chosen by the American Jewish Committee's ACCESS program to travel to Berlin, Germany, on the 70th anniversary of Kristallnacht, to explore German and Israeli relations along with 20 other Jewish professionals from across the U.S.
Monique was born in Cape Town, South Africa, and her grandparents were European Jews who fled their home as Hitler rose to power. It's their story that inspired her to write Across Great Divides, her newest novel.
What attracts Monique to historical fiction is taking the factual record as a structure and letting imagination run wild to fill it all in. Historical fiction lets you escape to another time and place; and Monique likes to explore the past so that we can potentially better understand the future.
Her latest book is the historical fiction, Across Great Divides.
Visit her website at www.monique-roy.com.
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Sneak Peek:
Chapter One
Berlin, Germany 1932
Eva first saw him on a mild summer night at the Berliner Philharmonic concert hall, minutes before a symphony. She watched from the balcony as the hall slowly filled up with people—women in glittering dresses, impeccably dressed gentlemen, and children scrubbed clean and in their finest clothes. Tuxedoed ushers greeted streams of guests as they floated into the great hall, soon to be riveted by sweeping, romantic music.
Eva concentrated on the stage setup—the position of the strings and basses in relation to the flutes and clarinets, as well as the talented musicians who readied themselves onstage, eager to deliver a truly spectacular performance. In fact, Eva always observed the way the instruments were positioned as it revealed a great deal about the performance to come.
Suddenly, her concentration was broken when the hall went silent and the audience's attention was directed to a man who appeared in the second floor's golden balcony. He was a recognizable and popular figure. He was not alone. A beautiful, young blonde woman clung to his side. Before he took his seat, he turned to the audience and outstretched his right arm in a rigid, formal salute. Many in the audience raised their right hands in response. Without a sound or any movement, he acknowledged the guests with his hypnotic, pale blue eyes and spellbinding manner. He possessed a strange and powerful magnetism. Gentle murmurs emerged from the audience and quickly hushed as darkness enveloped them.
Eva leaned over the balcony's rail and stared across the hall at the man. She knew who he was. Everyone did.
"Is that –" her sister, Inge, softly whispered.
"Adolf Hitler," Eva cut her off, maintaining her stare. "The leader of the National Socialist Party. Many say he is a man of great power and may be Germany's last hope."
Inge's eyes, identical to her sister's, grew wide with curiosity.
"He seems rigid and terrifying," Inge said, leaning forward in her chair. "But still, it's hard to believe that little man will be anything. I think he is somewhat comical…don't you?"
"Beyond his physical appearance, Inge, I've heard he is a captivating speaker who has enraptured the hearts of many Germans," Eva said, observing the audience as they waited to be dazzled by the symphony.
Eva noticed the finely dressed audience. Germans had a pride of appearance and a regard for cleanliness, which filled her with admiration. On the surface, there seemed to be prosperity in Germany. But, the extravagant dresses and spotless white collars only obscured the poverty and hardship that lay beyond the building's sturdy walls.
Eva felt fortunate to be at the symphony, considering that Germany suffered greatly as the Great Depression left millions unemployed and the country in shambles. From elected leaders, the people of Germany received nothing but indecision and chaos. The Germans lacked confidence in their befuddled, degenerate government, the Weimar Republic.
Eva recalled a recent conversation with her father who told her that the depression in Germany was merely a gift—a grand opportunity for Hitler to make promises to the people of Germany—vows that would in turn build trust and support. Hitler emphasized rebuilding the broken German state and promised a glorified future as he set out to consolidate power, and force old President Paul von Hindenburg to make him chancellor.
But it would be several months until Hitler ruled Germany. And on that night, like other nights, Hitler wanted to make his presence known. Eva continued to watch him as he finally took his seat and turned his gaze toward the stage. She then forced her eyes back to the orchestra.
A silence permeated the air as the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra awaited its cue. Conductor Wilhelm Furtwänglerstood awkwardly on the podium and bowed to the audience. He then turned to the musicians and lifted his baton. The meandering of his baton in melodic shapes summoned the first note of Beethoven's Symphony # 9 ("Choral"). His right hand and baton roughly kept the beat; his left hand weaved round in flowing patterns, while his head and torso constantly jerked.
Rhythmic sounds full of sweeping grandeur wafted through the air. Eva felt pulsating vibrations to the core of her stomach. The ebb and flow of sounds were like a pulse, a heartbeat.
Eva closed her eyes for a brief moment. Even with her eyes closed, she could see the movement of the instruments in front of her. From the thundering dances of the bass and cello, the sound dropped back to a soft dance of full pizzicato strings. This faded ever so slightly and then became an extraordinary progression of beats. The violins slowly initiated a towering climax and then an explosion of full orchestra, giving way to a quieter current of sounds.
She remembered coming to the symphony as a little girl, when she would sit in awe between her parents, Oskar and Helene, her eyes glued to the symphony's sudden quick movements followed by slow and melodic ones. The music always inspired her, infused her with hope, and uplifted her spirits.
As she observed the audience, she sensed the intense emotion of the people around her—how suddenly as the joyful melody enraptured them, they emerged from their dark worlds and their eyes shined like lights.
Distant, locked away memories vividly spilled back into her mind now. Eva stood in glittering shoes on her father's feet as he waltzed her around the parlor of their home. As they weaved around heavy antiques, Eva held onto her father's strong arms as they danced together to the sound of music from an old music box. Inge sat shyly in the background, enjoying the spectacle before her, smiling at the graceful, light movements of her sister's feet as she awaited her turn to dance with her father.
A glint in the distance caught Eva's attention. She peered through the mother of pearl opera glasses across the audience. Her searching blue eyes scanned the audience and stopped at the sight of a beautiful woman wearing the most striking emerald pendant necklace set in harmony with a starry radiance of brilliant cut diamonds. She had never seen anything like it before. Fearing the woman might glance in her direction, Eva directed the looking glasses back to the stage. A few minutes later, she would steal another glimpse at the unique piece of jewelry that filled her with envy. Her eyes shifted to Inge, but her attention could not be broken.
The mid-afternoon sun cast a soft, golden glow on the autumn foliage along the path to the auction house. The air was crisp and silent, the only sound being the rustle of dried leaves underfoot. Oskar reached the steps to the opulent auction house and paused briefly. Dressed in a fine black suit and gabardine overcoat, he reached for his gold pocket watch.
"Almost time," he said to himself.
For luck, he kissed the inscription on the back of the watch that read: "Oskar, my love always, Helene."
He climbed the stone steps to the entrance. The entryway was marked by arched windows and glass doors that lead to a large foyer, the Great Hall, adorned with high golden ceilings, sparkling chandeliers and marble floors. This was where elegant society with a cultivated taste in artmingled and where time could stand still for a lingering moment.
Oskar entered the rosewood parlor to peruse the dazzling display of estate jewelry, including diamond rings, strands of pearls, gold, platinum and silver rings, necklaces, brooches, and bracelets. Roaming the room, he slowly inspected the jewelry, impressed by the splendor around him. He walked towards a piece a few feet away. The jewel glimmered back at him. When he was only inches from the jewelry, he stopped.
The familiarity of the gem startled him. He went closer and examined the emerald and diamond necklace. A replica or a piece he had cut with his very hands? He recalled the brilliantly green emerald glowing like a ball of green fire. It was one of a kind, a finely cut pendant necklace, fit for a queen. Looking at its beauty, Oskar recognized the stunning emerald set with a gleaming radiance of many brilliant cut diamonds.
Everything from the diamonds to the emerald to every intricate detail would always be etched in his mind. Oskar had inherited the gemstones when his father died in 1925, a time when Berlin culture was considered decadent and sophisticated, amid unprecedented social and artistic freedom. When Oskar took over his father's prosperous diamond business, the city had become an intellectual center where artists, musicians, and writers thrived. It was a special time, even for jewelers like Oskar.
He then remembered the woman who bought the necklace from him five years prior. She was a younger woman with soft eyes, an alluring face, and a lovely, long shapely neck. Her name did not come to mind. He recalled she came alone. She bought the necklace nonchalantly, as if she was buying a loaf of bread, and he never heard from her again. Why was the pendant necklace here? He clenched his jaw in thought and scratched his head.
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5×6 Twine tied round bales weighing approximately 1700 pounds each. Total of 1700 tons available with 34-36 bales per load. This hay is offered for sale by the ton with a minimum of one(1) truck load.
Good rye hay that was put up dry with no rain. A little discolored from extra dry time, but excellent feed supplement. May have a weed or two, but nothing major.


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Fox News Poll: Cruz holds 4 point edge over Trump in GOP Iowa race
Ted Cruz continues to hold an edge over Donald Trump in the GOP nomination race in Iowa, according to the latest Fox News poll of likely Republican caucus-goers.
The new poll, released Friday, finds Cruz receives 27 percent support and Trump 23 percent. Marco Rubio follows in third place at 15 percent.
That's little changed from a month ago when Cruz had 28 percent, Trump had 26 percent, and Rubio had 13 percent (December 7-10).
Ben Carson is at nine percent (-1), Jeb Bush seven percent (+2), and Rand Paul five percent (no change).
Cruz's advantage widens among caucus-goers who identify as "very" conservative. He garners 40 percent among this group -- nearly double Trump's 22 percent.
White evangelical Christians also prefer Cruz over Trump (33 vs. 19 percent).
Cruz bests Trump among caucus-goers who have a college degree (25 vs. 18 percent) and those under age 45 (27 vs. 17 percent).
Trump has a one-point edge among those without a degree (30 vs. 29 percent).
The two are also about even among those over age 45 (Cruz 26 vs. Trump 25 percent).
Nearly 3 in 10 who say they will attend a Republican caucus this year have never done so before (27 percent). These first-timers are about equally likely to back Trump (27 percent) as Cruz (26 percent). Another 14 percent go for Rubio.
It will be tough for Trump to expand his support in Iowa, as nearly a third of likely caucus-goers say they could "never" back him (31 percent). That's more than four times as many as say the same about Cruz (7 percent). One in four couldn't support Bush (25 percent).
By a 57-39 percent margin, GOP caucus-goers feel "betrayed" by politicians in their party. That widens to 66-31 percent among Cruz supporters -- and to 70-27 percent among "very" conservatives in the Hawkeye State.
More say national security (36 percent) will be most important in deciding who they'll support than say economic issues (32 percent), immigration (12 percent) or social issues (8 percent).
They also put being honest and trustworthy (25 percent) and being a strong leader (22 percent) at the top of the list of traits they want in a nominee. Those outrank having true conservative values (18 percent), beating the Democrat (13 percent), and shaking things up in Washington (13 percent).
In the end, caucus-goers are more likely to think Trump (37 percent) will be the GOP nominee than say the same of Cruz (26 percent).
The Fox News Poll is conducted under the joint direction of Anderson Robbins Research (D) and Shaw & Company Research (R). The poll was conducted January 4-7, 2016, by telephone (landline and cellphone) with live interviewers among a random sample of 504 Iowa Republican caucus-goers selected from a statewide voter file. Results among the full sample have a margin of sampling error of plus or minus four percentage points.


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A Concise Introduction to Logic
Cengage Learning, Dec 23, 2008 - Philosophy - 720 pages
Tens of thousands of students have learned to be more discerning at constructing and evaluating arguments with the help of Patrick J. Hurley. Hurley's lucid, friendly, yet thorough presentation has made A CONCISE INTRODUCTION TO LOGIC the most widely used logic text in North America. In addition, the book's accompanying technological resources, such as CengageNOW and Learning Logic, include interactive exercises as well as video and audio clips to reinforce what you read in the book and hear in class. In short, you'll have all the assistance you need to become a more logical thinker and communicator.
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It seems like Kelis landed in the UK today and had a memorable, and quite racist immigration experience with her son with rapper Nas, Knight. Of course she took it to Twitter. We all know that Kelis is never one to hold her tongue but just, wow. Read her whole rant below (taken from her feed):
"We just landed and I had the midget with me. We get in the passport control line and apparently pissed this one man off cause he thought I cut the line. Which wouldn't be far fetched of me but this time I actually didn't (not entirely anyway) well the point is from 0 to 60 this fat red faced sweaty "man" (I use the word man loosely here) started calling me a slave and told me to call him sir and how I was probably a disgusting nigerian. He called me kunta kinte and ranted and raved some more. The man behind the passport desk laughed, shook his head in agreement I guess, and said "kunta kinte". All the while the entire line full of people I just sat on a plane with for almost 3hours, over 50 people said nothing. I mean literally nothing. Didn't flinch. We all no I'm no saint, so I retaliated. Not the way I wanted to or how that pig deserved. But #1 my gorgeous baby boy was literally sitting on my hip and #2 I'm a believer. And we are better. Sposed to be anyway, it made me think. This person was aprox a 50 year old english man. I didn't say anything at the time of the riots in London for a lot of reasons. But I am in london all the time and today I'm gonna say that the racial issues in the uk are disgusting. Its racially decades behind progression because everything is swept under the rug. People don't talk about it. People don't fight about it. Not mentioning a problem doesn't make it go away. I bring it up now because as an american it is abundantly clear that my country has a smorgas board (spelling?) Of disgusting racial problems. We are the poster child for racial inequality even still with a black president. But its NO SECRET! And that I can fight against. I can try to prepare and teach my son. Because its out there. But you can't fight for or against something no one is willing to talk about or even admit exist. Everyone wants to be politically correct. But who really cares? And what does that help. I could go on and on. I won't. But maybe someone will start to talk about it from here."
Thoughts ladies?
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The Sacramento Kings' 2009-10 Report CardApril 15, 2010
Coming off of a league worst 17 wins in 2008-09, the Sacramento King's expectation level couldn't have been lower. The roster was revamped, Paul Westphal was introduced as the new head coach, and a handful of promising rookies were added. Sacramento would finish with a 25-57 mark in 2009-10, and the following is a player by player report card based on the past season.
Tyreke Evans, PG, SG - When the Kings didn't win the #1 overall pick in last May's draft lottery, it was widely considered a catastrophe. Turns out, it was a blessing in disguise. Evans started from opening day and was remarkably consistent throughout. The prized phenom became only the 4th rookie in NBA history to average 20 ppg, five rpg, and five apg. Tyreke is a potential All-Star caliber player. By all accounts, Evans rookie season was spectacular. He is the front runner for Rookie of the Year. Grade: A
Beno Udrih, PG - Udrih's 2008-09 was nearly as disastrous as the Kings was. The Slovenian guard responded with shooting percentages up across the board. Beno was bounced in and out of the starting lineup with the influx of Tyreke Evans and Kevin Martin injuries, then regained his starting spot permanently with the trade of Martin to Houston. Udrih was a very steady performer in 2009-10. Grade: B+
Donté Greene, SF - After a head scratching rookie season marked by immaturity, Donté countered with a productive 2009-10 campaign. Greene showed impressive defensive effort and a gorgeous three point stroke (.377%), but battled unpredictable playing time. Donté was mired with inconsistency, yet showed Kings fans flashes of why he was a 1st round pick two years ago. Grade: C
Jason Thompson, PF, C - Thompson finished with solid statistical averages of 12.5 ppg and 8.5 rpg. Jason's midrange jumpshot continues to show development, and his penchant for foul trouble improved as the year evolved. He provided sound low post defense and is unquestionably the best rebounder on the team. JT appears poised to be the starting center of the future. Grade: B-
Spencer Hawes, C - Hawes is one of few Kings whose productivity fell from a year ago. The only thing consistent about Spencer's season was his residence in coach Westphal's doghouse. Hawes occasionally shows a majestic offensive skillset, but his low post defense continually serves as his kryptonite. Grade: D
Carl Landry, PF - Carl Landry was traded from Houston to Sacramento in February and hit the ground running. Landry is a gifted offensive force, but his modest rebounding totals (6.6 rpg) leave room for improvement. Carl gives the Kings something that is a special commodity in the NBA, a low post presence. He has firmly positioned himself as the starting PF of the present and future. Grade: B+
Omri Casspi, SF - Omri was a pleasant surprise in 2009-10. The rookie accounted for 10.3 ppg and was very productive from 3 point range (.369%). Casspi served as an occasional starter, but couldn't keep the small forward job permanently. Omri unquestionably hit the rookie wall in late January or February, but is a bright spot for the Kings going forward. Grade: B-
Jon Brockman, PF - As far as grit and toughness go, you'll be hard pressed to find anyone with more than Jon Brockman. His playing time was limited, but Brockman showed a penchant for offensive rebounding and taking charges defensively. He suffered through a bruised left hip and a sprained MCL in his right knee, which limited his production. Despite being undersized and raw offensively, Jon endeared himself as a fan favorite through hustle and hardwork. Grade: C-
Andres Nocioni, SF - By any standards, 2009-10 was a down year for Andres Nocioni. He too played his way in and out of the starting lineup. To his credit, Nocioni never complained about his minutes or role. From time to time his shot selection left a lot to be desired, however his three point percentage was up from a year ago. Incredibly, the Argentine is the highest paid player on the team; leading me to believe that the Kings will attempt to move him this offseason. Grade: D+
Francisco Garcia, SG, SF - If Garcia's season could be summed up in one word, it would be injured. Garcia sustained a broken forearm in October which kept him out until February 16. El Flaco, as he is affectionately called by his teammates, played well in limited opportunity. His shooting percentages were first-rate. Unfortunately he is caught in a logjam at small forward, competing with Nocioni, Greene and Casspi. Garcia is now looked at as the veteran leader of the team. Grade: C
Ime Udoka, SG - Signed in early November, Udoka was the recipient of very limited playing time. Ime was arguably the premiere on ball defender on the roster. His shooting percentages were brutal across the board. Udoka is a free agent and likely will not be back. Grade: D+
Dominic McGuire, SF - The Kings acquired McGuire in an under the radar trade in February. He struggled finding his way onto the court in Sacramento, and when he finally did, he got hurt two minutes in to the game at Cleveland in March. McGuire is a free agent and is doubtful to return as King. Grade: Incomplete
Sean May, PF, C - May began the season as the team's starting center, but lost the job by the fifth game of the season. Sean went long stretches without seeing any action on the court, but when called upon, played reasonably well. The former Tar Heel was also working on a one year deal, his return is unlikely. Grade: D+
Paul Westphal, Coach - Playing with limited talent and one of the youngest rosters in the league, Westphal did a reasonable job in 2009-10. His rotating starting lineups caused a lot of frustration amongst the players. The Kings defense showed improvement under his direction, and the coach was wise enough to insert Tyreke Evans from day one as a starter. All in all, not much more could be expected from Paul Westphal. Grade: B-


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Edward P. Klein
When you enter the third floor of Rockwell Hall, take note of the lobby that leads into the Louis P. Ciminelli Recital Hall. Artfully constructed and lovely, the lobby resonates with the excitement of performances to come and also of a pure love for music held by Buffalo State alumna Lois Rowland Klein.
The space that opens into the state-of-the-art recital hall was named the Rowland Lobby in honor of the 1945 elementary education graduate who passed away in 2011. Lois Rowland Klein's husband, Edward P. Klein (pictured), made a generous gift to the Buffalo State Music Department in honor of his wife's legacy.
Lois Rowland Klein taught second grade at Drake Elementary School in North Tonawanda for 16 years before moving to Ohio and Florida with her husband. During her years at Drake, she always had a piano in her classroom and played for the enjoyment of the children. Her mother, Edna Rosner Rowland, was a fine pianist who taught Lois and her sister Doris to play, as well as providing lessons to many area children.
This wasn't the first gift by the Klein family. Since 2007, they have sponsored the Lois Rowland Klein Piano Recital Series, which brings accomplished pianists to campus annually to both perform and provide master classes for students. Also, Lois Rowland Klein's sister, Doris Rowland Peterson, honored her sister and mother by making a contribution to the Music Department. Buffalo State named the music studio adjacent to the recital hall the Edna Rosner Rowland Teaching Studio.
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DARYN KAGAN, CNN ANCHOR: We have more pictures and information for you on the wildfire burning out of control now in Southern California, east of San Diego. These pictures coming to us from our affiliate KGTV, this is along Interstate 8, the highway that goes east and west out of San Diego county. As we understand it, the flames are on both sides of the freeway, the freeway has been closed, and we've already seen one house engulfed in flames.
For more information, let's bring in Jeff Fehlberg. He is with Heartland Fire Communications in San Diego County.
Jeff, thanks for joining us.
JEFF FEHLBERG, HEARTLAND FIRE COMMUNICATIONS: You are welcome.
KAGAN: What can you tell us about the situation right now? We understand it is closest to Alpine, California.
FEHLBERG: That's right. It is really affecting the east end of the Alpine community. Also, the Vihas (ph) Indian Reservation has a significant number of structures that are threatened right now. We have lost some homes in both the Alpine and Vihas communities. We have a large number of engines that serving as structure protection right now. The Forest Service and the California Department of Forestry are directly attacking the fire as well. So, basically, several hundred acres right now, it is not even close to containment, it is being fed by a fast-moving Santa Ana winds. And there's been some evacuation of the communities of Viejas and the Rancho-Palace Verdes estates area of Alpine.
KAGAN: When you say Rancho Palace Verdes, I know there's another Rancho Palace Verdes to the north, near Los Angeles, but we are talking about a different Rancho Palace Verdes.
FEHLBERG: Right, this is a small community of 50 to 100 homes in the community of Alpine that is described as Palace Verdes Estates, and they are specifically targeting that area for evacuation. They have set up an evacuation center at an elementary school in Alpine. So people are advised to check in at that location, where they can get the best information as far as the status of the fire.
KAGAN: Jeff, do you know how many houses have been lost so far? FEHLBERG: No, we haven't gotten a direct number reported from the fields by watching the local media here. It looks like we've seen at least a half a dozen to a dozen buildings that have burned. I'm not certain how many of those are residences, at least several of them appear to be some larger residences that are burned.
KAGAN: Sorry, Jeff, we lost our pictures there for a second, but if we still have you with us. Once again, for folks not familiar with this area, tell us, give us a better description of where this is.
FEHLBERG: It is roughly 20 miles east of San Diego, this is the really the very end of the urban parts of San Diego County as it moves into a rural setting. It is a bedroom community, and the area is just dotted with a large number of homes, very rugged.
KAGAN: Our earlier reports said it was sparsely populated, but you would say that's not a good description.
FEHLBERG: Well, it is a typical rural community in that there's homes that are on large acre lots, but they are all surrounding three sides of this fire up on Hillsides View Homes, and basically all right on the edge of very thick vegetation, and hilly terrain in this area here. So it is a significant threat to these residences.
KAGAN: Thick but dry?
FEHLBERG: Pardon me?
KAGAN: It is thick vegetation, but I imagine very dry.
FEHLBERG: Yes, we just finished our driest month of December that we've had in 70 years, we had no precipitation at all. We typically had very low humidity and temperatures in the 80s, 70s and 80s throughout the month of December. It has been beautiful here except last night picking up heavy winds, and we have a wind advisory through at least this afternoon, that's what the problem with this blaze has been, the large amount of homes that are on the periphery of this fire, and it is still fed by fairly rapid moving winds right now.
KAGAN: Jeff, stay with us. We want to just let our viewers know we are going from live pictures to earlier taped pictures fed in by our affiliate KGTV, we have a number of affiliates in the San Diego area and are able to make use of all of them. So this latest picture is coming to us from KGTV.
Jeff, tell us a little bit more about the wind and how strong it is blowing.
FEHLBERG: My understanding is that it is 25 to 35-mile-an-hour winds with some gusts of maybe a little bit faster than that. It's blowing apparently to the west and south, which is typical of Santa Ana wind conditions in this area. So it is an unusual wind condition that happens in Southern California, where the winds are reversed from the normal direction, of coming out of the west. And they are typically very fast-moving, very dry winds. We are having problems right now with the fires actually spotting, picking up embers and then blowing over the firefighters, creating additional fires, as a result of this. So it's a quickly moving fire right now.
KAGAN: In terms of that movement, what struck me about this was how quickly it did move. By our information, it broke out about 4:20 a.m. Pacific time, which is than three hours ago, and yet several hundred acres, has already hit homes, has already crossed the freeway, this is a quick moving fire.
FEHLBERG: You are right.
KAGAN: Do you have enough resources to fight the fire?
FEHLBERG: Well, that is like asking a general if he has got enough soldiers to fight a battle here, no, we don't have enough resources, we are depending on our extensive mutual aid agreements, using the Department of Forestry and Forest Service to coordinate bringing in additional resources from both within the county and, if necessary, from out of county and out of state. The immediacy of the fire is protecting the homes that are under an immediate threat. That's the focus of the 30 to 40 local engines that we have dispatched to the fire.
We are essentially trying to make sure that lives and property are kept as safe as possible, and trying to reduce the number of structures that are lost at this point. But it is a hit and miss once the structure becomes heavily involved in it.
KAGAN: Jeff, we wish you well with those efforts, we know this is going to be a really busy day for you. We are going to let you go. We will probably check back with you more to get more information, once again, that is Jeff Fehlberg from the Heartland Fire Communication in San Diego County. This fire currently burning out of control in the Alpine area, about 30 miles east of San Diego along Interstate 8.
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Dear Mister Condo,
We have three towers in our development with three separate HOA's. However, there are some common items shared such as parking and entry gates. Have you ever determined what causes most parking problems? Number of condos/owners? Number of bedrooms? Square footage? Our development does not allow rental for less than a year. Therefore, we have no short-term rental parking issues. However, with 66 total units, we only have 96 parking spaces/garages. The garages are deeded owned units, the other parking has been on a "first come first served" basis. Two of the towers have 25 units and our building only has 16 units. All our units have deeded garages, the other two buildings have unit owners without a garage. We are trying to establish the best manner to distribute the cost of adding additional parking for the three-unit complex. Should we assign cost based on number of units, number of bedrooms, square footage, or is there any reference you can provide for other distributions of cost of similar problems.
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R.W., the only thing consistent about parking woes at condos and HOAs across the country are too many cars per unit. It is not uncommon for there to be only one parking space per unit. Combined with a garage or a reasonable amount of Guest Parking, that usually does the trick. But, wait, Unit 17's son and his wife have just moved in with the owner of Unit 17 and now there are three cars instead of one assigned to that unit. And then another unit is rented to a family with three cars, and so on it goes until the parking lot is at capacity and residents have nowhere to park. This scenario plays out time and time again at condos and HOAs. The only real solution is to have a strong and enforceable parking program. As for the cost of any additional parking, the formula is typically to follow the percentage of unit ownership formula for all units. If the three-unit complex is its own HOA, then the cost is born by the unit owners according to the formula. However, if the parking lot is owned by the Master Association (you mentioned shared parking), then the cost may be split out using the Master Association formula. It really depends on how your governance documents read. If you haven't already done so, this is a great time to get the opinion of the association attorney on the matter. All the best!


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Radiocarbon Dating of Holocene Calcareous Tufa in Southern PolandCalcareous tufa from five sites in southern Poland, representing several most typical conditions of tufa sedimentation, were chosen for 14C, 13C, and 18O measurements. These tufas were deposited in a high-energy turbulent stream (the Raerawka site), in streams with moderate but variable flow (Rzerzusnia and Trzebienice), and in semilimnic conditions (Sieradowice site). Sediments of the Gliczarow site represent spring travertines. In all but the latter site, direct comparison of 14C dates of carbonate and organic fractions was possible, leading to an estimate of initial apparent age of carbonate sediments. Clear correlation was found between the value of initial apparent age of tufas and the hydrodynamic conditions of sedimentation. Corresponding values range from ca 3900 yr (Raetawka) to 910 yr for semilimnic sediments (Sieradowice). Intermediate, almost identical values, equal to 2460 +/- 200 yr and 2100 +/- 160 yr, were obtained for tufas from Rzerzusnia and Trzebienice, respectively. Detailed sedimentologic classification of tufaceous deposits is presented and some primary and secondary factors affecting the accuracy of radiocarbon dates of various types of tufas are also discussed.


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Orthopedic Physical Therapy Baton Rouge
What is Orthopedic Physical Therapy?
Physical therapy is a form of rehabilitative health that is used to help patients regain physical function and strength following injury or illness. Orthopedic physical therapy is just one of it's many branches and focuses specifically on the musculoskeletal system, often following athletic injury.
Injuries Treated with Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Many injuries affecting the bones, muscles, joints, ligaments or tendons can benefit from the use of orthopedic physical therapy. Among the most commonly treated conditions are:
Fractures - Treatment of fractures often requires extended periods of time in which the area of the broken bone is immobilized and weight-bearing limited. Once the bone has healed, the affected area may be weak, less flexible, have a smaller range of motion, and have overall reduced mobility and function. Orthopedic physical therapy can be used to address all of these issues.
Ligament Sprains and Tears - Tears and sprains to ligaments, particularly those in the knee, are exceptionally common among athletes. The degree of sprain / tear will determine the exact level of physical therapy needed. A therapist may use specific exercises and stretching techniques, massage, whirlpools or electrical stimulation with the goal or restoring strength, flexibility, and coordination.
Muscle Strains - Immediately following a muscle strain, the RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevation) method is typically recommended. Once physical therapy can begin, exercises to stretch and strengthen the affected and surrounding muscles will be used. Therapists may also use heat or ice and soft tissue mobilization to prevent the development of scar tissue.
Post-Operative Rehabilitation - Patients who require surgery to repair torn ligaments, broken bones, and other orthopedic injuries will typically need physical therapy as part of their post-operative recovery. Similarly, there are cases where musculoskeletal complications occur as a result of surgery, and physical therapy may be useful in these instances as well.
Work-Related Injuries - According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, musculoskeletal disorders such as sprains, strains, and tears account for 31 percent of all workplace injuries. Depending on the location, type, and severity of the injury, physical therapy may be used to help strengthen and stabilize the affected area, with the ultimate goal of the employee being able to safely return to work.
Spinal Disorders - There are many spinal conditions which can cause pain and stiffness in the back and / or neck. Among the most common are degenerative disc disease, herniated disc, arthritis, and spinal stenosis. In some cases, physical therapy can help ease the symptoms of these conditions and may even help prevent the need for more invasive treatment methods. In others, physical therapy can be an important component in recovery from a surgical procedure to correct the issue.
Orthopedic Physical Therapy Techniques
The techniques available to orthopedic physical therapists to treat their patients effectively are many. Depending on the patient and the type and severity of their injury, a therapist may choose to use any combination of these in order to achieve the best results:
- Manual Therapy - Manual therapy includes various techniques of hands-on therapy to manually manipulate areas that are painful or stiff. This can include soft tissue or joint mobilization, as well as the following:
- Dry Needling - A thin, filiform needle is used to penetrate the skin, stimulate underlying muscle and connective tissue and target certain trigger points (taut areas of muscle). Dry needling should not be confused with acupuncture.
- Instrumental Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) - IASTM is performed with ergonomically designed tools that allow therapists to more easily locate and treat restrictions within the soft tissue while also applying an ideal amount of pressure. Conditions treatable with IASTM include chronic inflammation and soft tissue fibrosis.
- Therapeutic Exercise - Therapeutic exercises are those specifically targeted to restore function and range of motion within the affected area of the musculoskeletal system. Various aids and types of exercise equipment may be used, including treadmills, stationary bikes, exercise balls, and resistance bands.
- Aquatic Physical Therapy - Aquatic PT is typically performed in special pools that are smaller in size and equipped with adaptations such as handrails for patient comfort and safety. Exercises performed in these pools can help with muscle strength, balance, and coordination. Aquatic PT is a good choice for patients who have weight-bearing restrictions, cannot tolerate higher levels of impact, or who are experiencing low back pain.
- Certified Hand Therapy - Certified hand therapy uses therapeutic techniques to treat conditions specific to the hand and upper extremity, including the arm, elbow and shoulder. Certified hand therapists are occupational or physical therapists who have practiced for at least 5 years, have over 4,000 hours of experience, and who have passed a certification exam.
- Modalities - Modalities are the various tools used to enhance physical therapy and help patients regain strength and function. Among the most common modalities used by orthopedic physical therapists are:
- Ultrasound
- Electrical Stimulation
- Phonophoresis
- Hot and cold therapies
- Kinesio Taping - Kinesio taping is a specific modality that has become incredibly useful in the practice of physical therapy. Kinesio tape is strong, flexible cloth tape that can be applied therapeutically to provide stability, support muscle function, improve circulation, and reduce pain. However, these benefits can only be achieved when the tape is properly applied by a trained therapist.
Orthopedic Physical Therapists in Baton Rouge
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|1352.0 ccm (82.50 cubic inches)
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|136.0 Nm (13.9 kgf-m or 100.3 ft.lbs) @ 6200 RPM
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|84.0 x 61.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches)
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|Wet multi-disc, manual
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|Monocoque, pressed-aluminium
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|112 mm (4.4 inches)
|Front suspension
|43mm inverted, telescopic fork with adjustable rebound damping and spring preload / 4.4 in.
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|Tetra-Lever with stepless rebound damping adjustment and remote spring preload adjuster / 5.4 in.
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|Double disc. ABS
|310 mm (12.2 inches)
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|270 mm (10.6 inches)
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|2271 mm (89.4 inches)
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|1520 mm (59.8 inches)
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Located at 175 Fifth Avenue in New York City, the Flatiron building was – and still is – considered to be a groundbreaking skyscraper.
Completed in 1902, it was one of the tallest buildings in New York City at 22 floors. The original design didn't include the "cowcatcher" retail space at the front of the building (now home to the Flatiron Prow Artspace). The space, at the time, was added to better use the building's triangular lot and produce income to help defray construction costs.
The Flatiron building has become synonymous with New York City and is one of the most photographed buildings in the United States. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979 and designated a National Historic Landmark in 1989.
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Hook, Line & Sinker
By Ev Bishop
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Is "true love" a fairy tale?
Brian Archer, lawyer and infamous playboy, returns to Greenridge after a long holiday to find his life in ashes. Literally. His condo has burned to the ground, and with it, his delusion that he's a footloose, fancy-free guy who doesn't secretly crave a home and a place to belong.
Staying with his lovebird brother and sister-in-law at River's Sigh B & B proves unbearable, only rubbing in his deep loneliness. As does getting to know one of the other guests, a damsel determined to get herself out of distress, without any help from him. What is it about sweet, troubled Katelyn that makes Brian want to go all knight-in-shining-armor? And why is he suddenly longing for things he doesn't even believe in, like true love, marriage . . . ?
Single mom and wannabe entrepreneur Katelyn Kellerman needs to escape from Greenridge. Her safety, and that of her children, relies on it. Plus, she knows the hazards of trusting someone all too well. So why, after meeting Brian Archer, does she wish she could just stay put and build a home? With him.
No matter how they fight their feelings, Brian and Katelyn fall for each other hook, line and sinker—but life isn't a fairy tale. Brian can't live in limbo forever, Katelyn's ex is increasingly threatening, and she needs to secure a future for her and her kids. Can they beat the odds, salvage the ashes of their pasts, and risk everything for love, or are they just fishing for trouble?
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According to the Pew Research Center, nearly 78 percent of the world's population is unable to worship their God in whatever way they see fit.
Today, on Religious Freedom Day (Jan. 16, 2019), local faith and civic leaders gathered at the North American Division (NAD) headquarters in Columbia, Maryland, for the NAD's first Religious Freedom Prayer Breakfast. They celebrated the freedoms enjoyed in the United States and prayed for guidance in further fostering and sharing it with others.
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