This post was originally published on December 12, 2015.
The French designer Edgar Brandt spurred a revival of interest in interior furnishings made of iron in the 1920s. His participation in the 1925 Paris Exposition won him great praise. Brandt’s ironwork was admired throughout the fair; he designed the gates of the front entrance, his work featured in Ruhlmann’s pavilion, and he staged an ambitious showroom of his own. These contributions established his international reputation and following the fair, Brandt opened his own gallery in Paris, as well as a showroom in New York, called Ferrobrandt, which was in business from 1925 to the fall of 1927. The Brandt workshops made decorative radiator covers, jardinières, floor, wall and table lamps, firescreens, console tables, as well as mirror frames.
Brandt distinguished himself from other craftsmen at the time and greatly advanced the progress of his business by embracing the simultaneous use of both hand and machine operations. Brandt harnessed the power of the machine to create a batch of decorative elements, including stylized floral petals such as those seen on this mirror, which could be repeatedly used on multiple items. The cog wheel form of the flower petals and one flower’s interior spiral even evoke the movement and mechanical nature of the machine that made them. As his business expanded and demand increased, Brandt opened his own factory outside of Paris in 1933. Edgar Brandt was an admirer of Henry Ford whose Ford Motor Works the designer visited on a trip to the United States in 1939. While an enthusiast of the machine, Brandt was also committed to hand finishing in order to lend his pieces an individuality. For instance, the incised lines along the mirror’s top edge, likely showing the handiwork of a craftsman, lend a texture as well as an irregularity to otherwise very precise decoration. Mirrors such as this example might have been sold along with a matching console table that together would have shown off a fashionable and romantic neoclassicism.
Emily Orr is Assistant Curator of Modern and Contemporary American Design at Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum.


Our human cells, including our skin work around and autonomous clock and the genes that regulate their functioning. At night the primary function of the skin is repairing any damage (particularly DNA impairment) incurred during the day prevails. These repairing and replenishing activities on our skin are driven through circadian rhythms using clock genes that exist in all cutaneous cells.
Important cutaneous functions such as blood fl ow, transepidermal water loss, and capacitance are a ected by circadian rhythms. The level of hydration and infl ammation are also among the several functions pertaining to epidermal homeostasis a ected by circadian rhythms and our quality of sleep. A lack of sleep can result into skin that is a ected by having a weaker quality of collagen fi bers and skin tones, leaving the skin with fi ne lines and enlarged pores and having higher infl ammatory levels.
Since optimal repair processes require optimal rest, there’s a direct tie between abbreviated sleep schedules and accelerated skin aging. “All conducted research worldwide has led to understanding that only when our body experiences a good night sleep, its collagen levels and growth hormones are activated and, wound healing, cellular repair takes place and only when being optimal supported by the right formulas with the right concentration “ says Jessica Hoyer.


Building upon yesterday’s lesson that focused on us, today we turned that lens around to create characters and monologues using a unique method: examining receipts!
We first explored things we notice about people when we first meet them and what we might infer about their personalities or interests. We transferred that same focus to various receipts that were passed out to the tables. We had to decide a lot about our characters from what they bought at the store. For example, what can you infer about a person who buys a $7 bottle of wine, crème brûlée, glade candles, and dog food? We wrote monologues (a piece written from a character’s personal perspective) based on the items on the receipts. It seemed everyone was whipping up all sorts of personalities, and almost everyone wanted to read from the author’s chair today.
In the afternoon, we flipped the perspective and wrote from another character’s point of view. The cashier’s monologue in the one story now became the customer’s monologue. Everyone’s inner humor and voice emerged from monologuing. We wrapped up the day by revising and began typing up some of our favorite pieces for our anthology.
Lesson Learned: “Monologues are putting yourself in someone else’s shoes, making your voice show.”
Quote of the Day: “My bland yellow shirt and beige pants screamed middle age.”


Eyes on the Arctic
“I told you about the Howard Pass station, didn’t I?” Ken Hill asks. When Hill talks about weather his eyes shine. “The wind gauge keeps getting blown off. It’s one of the lowest passes in the Brooks Range and the frigid air from the North Slope gets sucked into the Kobuk Valley through that pass.” He pauses to smile. “That’s why we put the station there.”
In mid-June of 2019 I accompanied National Park Service scientists Pam Sousanes and Ken Hill while they did annual maintenance on two of the weather stations in Gates of the Arctic National Park: at Chimney Rock and Pamichtuk Lake.
The western Brooks Range is roughly the size of Pennsylvania, but doesn’t contain a single road. It does, however, contain 17 weather stations maintained by the National Park Service.
The Arctic is warming faster than anywhere on the planet, but its remoteness makes weather monitoring complicated. The 17 stations span Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve, Noatak National Preserve, Kobuk Valley National Park, Cape Krusenstern National Monument, and Bering Land Bridge National Preserve. The east-to-west span is over 400 miles. There are four weather stations in Gates of the Arctic, approximately one station for every two million acres.
In addition to monitoring climate trends, the weather data collected by Sousanes and Hill are incorporated into weather models used for forecasting by the National Weather Service. Real-time weather observations are publicly available. Try it yourself: go to https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. Inside the viewer, search for Howard Pass, then go to the “overlays” dialog box, click the “observations” tab and make sure the “surface observations” box is checked. Then in the “display” drop down choose “Wind Gust” to see how hard the wind is blowing there right now! Explore around to see weather observations across the state in real time!
These photos were taken in cooperation with the National Park Service.


A Baluch Beggar, "Dato Obolum Belisario"
This photograph of an elderly Baluch (Baluchistan is a region in present-day southwest Pakistan and southeast Iran) is from an album of rare historical photographs depicting people and places associated with the Second Anglo-Afghan War. Despite the title, it is unclear whether the man is truly a beggar or, perhaps more likely, a Sufi fakir or dervish who would have been regarded as a holy man and relied solely on alms for his livelihood. He wears a pair of worn-out boots, a long quilted coat, and a woolen shawl and has prayer beads around his neck. In his lap is a kashkul, a bowl or pot for receiving food donations, symbolizing the emptying of the Sufi’s ego through the renunciation of worldly goods and aspirations. The Latin quotation in the caption, “Dato Obolum Belisario,” refers to the legend of Belisarius, a Roman soldier reduced to begging for alms after Emperor Justinian ordered his eyes to be put out. The story became popular in the Middle Ages and later became the subject of a novel, sculpture, and paintings, including a 1781 work by Jacques-Louis David. The Second Anglo-Afghan War began in November 1878 when Great Britain, fearful of what it saw as growing Russian influence in Afghanistan, invaded the country from British India. The first phase of the war ended in May 1879 with the Treaty of Gandamak, which permitted the Afghans to maintain internal sovereignty but forced them to cede control over their foreign policy to the British. Fighting resumed in September 1879, after an anti-British uprising in Kabul, and finally concluded in September 1880 with the decisive Battle of Kandahar. The album includes portraits of British and Afghan leaders and military personnel, portraits of ordinary Afghan people, and depictions of British military camps and activities, structures, landscapes, and cities and towns. The sites shown are all located within the borders of present-day Afghanistan or Pakistan (a part of British India at the time)...
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Loss of tooth structure due to mechanical action of a foreign element, such as a hard bristle toothbrush or a lip piercing.
This can occur anywhere that the foreign object rubs on the teeth.
Loss of tooth structure due to chemicals.
Chemicals involved in dental erosion are usually acidic, such as carbonated beverages, citrus fruits, tart candy, or stomach acid (bulimia; gastric reflux).
Erosion lesions are sharply defined, wedge-shaped depressions, usually in the facial and cervical areas.
Loss of tooth structure by mechanical forces from opposing teeth.
Limited to the contacting surfaces of the teeth.
Bruxism can cause attrition of the occlusal/incisal surfaces.
Loss of tooth structure caused by occlusal forces such as bruxing.
This structural loss occurs on the sides of the teeth, usually at the gumline level; not on the occlusal surfaces.
Causes notches in the tooth along the gumline.
Think of holding a bunch of uncooked spaghetti in your two hands. If you flex the spaghetti back and forth, some of them will start to crack. This is what happens to the tooth. The top is held together by the hard enamel crown. The bottom is held together by the bone. The part by the gumline is the part that starts to break away.
Nhan Tam Dental Clinic


Speaking Writing Articles
These prepositions are often carelessly interchanged. Between...
Homer, Dante, Cervantes, Shakespeare and Goethe.
Pitfalls To Avoid
Requirements Of Speech
It is very easy to learn how to speak and write correct...
A pronoun is a word used in place of a noun; as, "John gave h...
The paragraph may be defined as a group of sentences that are...
Syllables And Words
A syllable is a distinct sound produced by a single effort of...
These verbs are very often confounded. Rise is to move or pas...
Common Stumbling Blocks - Peculiar Constructions - Misused Forms.
Errors in ellipsis occur chiefly with prepositions.
His objection and condoning of the boy's course, seemed to say the least,
(The preposition to should come after objection.)
Many men of brilliant parts are crushed by force of circumstances and
their genius forever lost to the world.
(Some maintain that the missing verb after genius is are, but such
is ungrammatical. In such cases the right verb should be always
expressed: as--their genius is forever lost to the world.)
Next: THE SPLIT INFINITIVE


What is Barrett’s Esophagus?
It is a precursor form of esophageal cancer. The reflux of acidic stomach contents causes a change in the lining of the esophagus, called intestinal metaplasia.
The disease can later evolve to dysplasia and finally cancer.
What are the symptoms?
Most patients have heartburn and regurgitation for years, from the reflux of acidic stomach contents. In other cases the disease does not produce symptoms.
When advanced esophageal cancer develops over Barrett’s esophagus, patients have difficulty swallowing or dysphagia, chest pain, fatigue, or loss of appetite and weight.
How is it diagnosed?
It is essential to perform a quality upper gastrointestinal endoscopy (gastroscopy) to detect Barrett’s and study whether there is associated dysplasia or early cancer.
There are advanced imaging techniques that allow the use of contrast and magnification to visualize the esophagus in maximum detail.
It is essential to make an early diagnosis in order to treat the disease when it has not yet spread.
If you are looking for a second opinion about your endoscopic treatment or have been offered a surgical solution, contact us.
How is it treated?
Traditional management consists of gastric acid suppression with medication. In cases of Barrett’s esophagus without dysplasia, periodic endoscopic follow-up is carried out, with biopsies being taken.
When dysplasia has occurred, it is necessary to remove the affected tissue, to prevent degeneration to cancer, using endoscopic ablation techniques (radiofrequency ablation or HALO).
In cases of early esophageal cancer, complete removal of the tumor by endoscopic submucosal dissection is the technique of choice.
If the cancer is at a more advanced stage, complete removal of the esophagus (esophagectomy) and sometimes chemotherapy and radiation therapy are required.
In selected cases, Endos Advanced provides a novel approach consisting of mucosal removal with Barrett’s esophagus before dysplasia appears.


Northern Macedonia (until 2019 Macedonia). In June, Macedonia changed the parts of its constitution which Greece considered indicated that the Skopje authorities could have territorial claims in the northern Greek province of the same name. As a result, Greece lifted its trade blockade against the former Yugoslav Republic.
Macedonia had previously changed its flag and removed the vega star, which Greece considers to be a Greek symbol.
However, the name conflict between the two countries remained, with Greece refusing to recognize the name of Macedonia. That dispute led to Macedonia jumping off a Balkan meeting in the Bulgarian capital Sofia in July, when Greece demanded that Macedonia be allowed to participate only under its UN name FYROM. The purpose of the meeting was to strengthen stability, security and cooperation in the economy among the Balkan states.
In April, Macedonia established diplomatic relations with Yugoslavia, which today consists of Serbia and Montenegro. However, Macedonian Foreign Minister Ljubomir Frčkovski emphasized that this did not mean that Macedonia had taken a position on which of the new Balkan countries should be the successor of former Yugoslavia under international law. Macedonia had previously established relations with the other former Yugoslav republics of Slovenia, Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- ABBREVIATIONFINDER.ORG: What does SP stand for? In the field of geography, this two letter acronym means Macedonia. Check this to see its other meanings in English and other 35 languages.
Macedonia signed an agreement with the United States that American soldiers remain in the republic even after UN troops have surrendered. The agreement sets out rules for US and other foreign troops to participate in military exercises in Macedonia in accordance with NATO’s Partnership for Peace. In addition, the agreement opens the way for Macedonian officers to receive training in the United States.
At the November and December local elections, Prime Minister Crvenkovski’s Social Democratic Alliance, Sociajal Demokratiski Sojuz Na Makedonija (SDSM) received the most votes.
According to Countryaah, the population of Macedonia in 1996 was 1,983,141, ranking number 143 in the world. The population growth rate was -0.130% yearly, and the population density was 78.6381 people per km2.


The benefits of being physically active are hard to ignore, but the evidence is still out regarding how much is enough activity in relation to brain health. In a recent study, researchers investigated how frequently and how intensely older adults should exercise to maintain a healthy brain.
Researchers recruited an ethnically diverse, urban-dwelling group of 1,443 adults age 65 and better (average 77 years) to undergo an MRI assessment. The sample was split approximately evenly across non-Hispanic white, Hispanic, and African American older adults. In this assessment, total brain volume, gray matter volume, white matter volume, and hippocampal volume were measured. Participants were also asked how often they engaged in light, moderate, and vigorous activity over the past two weeks.
Compared to no physical activity, engaging in low, middle, or high amounts of any type of physical activity was associated with greater total brain, white matter, gray matter, and hippocampal volume. This finding remained even after controlling for head size, age, gender, race, and education. Generally, each measure of brain volume increased with increasing levels of physical activity.
Physical activity guidelines recommend engaging in 150 minutes per week of moderate to vigorous physical activity, or 250 minutes of light physical activity. In this study, meeting recommended levels of moderate to vigorous activity was associated with greater total brain volume, while engaging in 250 minutes per week of light physical activity had a similar outcome, regardless of the amount of moderate or vigorous activity.
This study presented more evidence that physical activity is beneficial for brain health and that meeting recommended guidelines is essential. The difference in brain volumes for the most physically active compared to non-active older adults was the equivalent of about four years of aging. Neurodegeneration can have a significant impact on older adults’ cognition, and the findings here show that getting some physical activity is better than none, and even light physical activity is effective in reducing neurodegeneration. Additionally, this finding held across ethnic groups, underscoring the importance of physical activity for all older adults.
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Gu Y, Beato JM, Amarante E, et al. Assessment of leisure time physical activity and brain health in a multiethnic cohort of older adults. JAMA Network Open. 2020; 3(11). e2026506.


Agricultural irrigation units are systems designed to provide water to crops for their growth and development. These units are used in areas where rainfall is insufficient to meet the water requirements of crops. The primary purpose of agricultural irrigation units is to ensure that crops receive enough water to achieve optimal growth and yield. There are several types of agricultural irrigation units, including surface irrigation, sprinkler irrigation, and drip irrigation. Surface irrigation involves flooding the field with water, while sprinkler irrigation involves spraying water over the crops. Drip irrigation, on the other hand, involves delivering water directly to the roots of the plants, minimizing water loss due to evaporation. Agricultural irrigation units are essential for crop production, as they help to increase crop yields and improve crop quality. They also play a critical role in water resource management, as they help to conserve water by delivering it directly to the crops and minimizing water loss due to evaporation and runoff. Despite their many benefits, agricultural irrigation units can also have negative impacts on the environment. Excessive use of irrigation water can lead to soil salinization and waterlogging, which can reduce crop yields and damage the environment. Therefore, it is essential to use agricultural irrigation units judiciously and to implement sustainable irrigation practices.
crops, water requirements, surface irrigation, sprinkler irrigation, drip irrigation, crop yields, crop quality, water resource management, soil salinization, waterlogging, sustainable irrigation practices
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We are back from our holiday break! We flew back in to camp and settled in. The next morning we rose early to meet today’s animal! We hope you think it is a cool as we do!
Spectacled Caiman Fun Facts:
- Spectacled caimans are members of the crocodile family.
- Females are smaller than males. Males can get up to 6ft long and females generally up to 4 ft long.
- They get their name from the ridge on their head that makes them look like they are wearing glasses or spectacles.
- They are carnivores.
- Their scales have ostoderms; bony deposits in their skin that give them an armor.
- Like other crocodilians, they are built to live in water.
- They are listed as Least Concern by the IUCN.
We think these caiman are super cool! They are not nearly as big as the American Alligator or the Nile Crocodile. Never less, we like to watch them from afar.
“They get their name from the ridge on their head that makes them look like they are wearing glasses or spectacles.” I did not know this. Very interesting.


Since December 1, 2020, it has been mandatory to wear a face mask in public places in the Netherlands. This has already been compulsory in public transport for some time. It can be quite difficult for employees to keep an eye on whether everyone abides by this rule. Which is why ML6 developed an AI application that can tell when people are not wearing a face mask.
Companies can use the AI application to do a better job of checking whether employees and visitors are complying with the face mask requirement. An audible alert sounds when someone is not wearing a face mask, or is not wearing the face mask properly.
Face Recognition Model
A computer and a camera are required to use the application. The app connects to the camera and displays this image on a computer while the app monitors people inside a building using a facial recognition model. In addition to the recognition model, the app also uses a model that allows the app to see if someone’s mouth is visible, which invariably shows if someone is wearing a face mask.
The company says it is a time-consuming task for staff to check if everyone is actually wearing a proper form of face covering. The app can automatically check if the rule is being followed.
ML6 has released the code and instructions for use free of charge, and the program can be used in all places where masks are mandatory. The company contends that it is contributing to the fight against the coronavirus with this application.
Greater accuracy in the analysis of medical imaging data thanks to AI
AI makes driving a car safer, but steering it yourself still feels better


Four key elements of the American Rescue Plan Act would reduce the projected poverty rate for 2021 by more than one-third. In an earlier analysis, we projected that without this legislation, the 2021 annual poverty rate would be 13.7 percent. We project that key elements of the American Rescue Plan would reduce that annual poverty rate to 8.7 percent. The policies would reduce poverty by more than half for children and for people in households experiencing job loss. Poverty would fall about 42 percent for Black, non-Hispanic people, 39 percent for Hispanic people, and 34 percent for white, non-Hispanic people, reducing the disparities in poverty rates for Black, non-Hispanic people and Hispanic people relative to white, non-Hispanic people.
Our estimates include the effects of the American Rescue Plan Act’s (1) extension of pandemic-related unemployment insurance benefits, (2) extension of higher Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, (3) $1,400 recovery rebate payments, and (4) advance portion of the increased child tax credit. Our projections, developed using the Urban Institute’s Analysis of Transfers, Taxes, and Income Security (ATTIS) model, assess the impacts of these provisions on families’ economic well-being using the Supplemental Poverty Measure.
For the baseline 2021 poverty projections—without the new legislation—see https://www.urban.org/research/publication/2021-poverty-projections.


The month of January is home to many holidays, but we want to focus on National Puzzle Day. This holiday is celebrated on January 29th, which falls on a Friday. We’ve all heard that puzzles are good for your brain, but what makes this holiday so special? Let’s find out.
Puzzles are defined as a game, toy, or problem designed to test ingenuity or knowledge. The most popular puzzles are jigsaw puzzles. They were first invented in 1760 by John Spilsbury a British cartographer. Creating a puzzle allowed John to better teach his students about maps and world geography. This became a common practice and effective teaching style in the 1780s-1820s.
In 2002, Jodi Jill created National Puzzle Day which is celebrated in the United States and other foreign countries. Jodi is a professional puzzle and quiz maker for magazines and entertainment. Her love for puzzles helped develop strategic classroom lessons that became popular nationwide.
How do we celebrate?
Back in the pre-covid days, we might have celebrated with a puzzle party consisting of great company, good food, and one too many margaritas. Today, celebrating virtually is the safest thing to do.
We recommend hosting a virtual puzzle party where everyone has the same number of pieces. To make the game more interesting add a reward to whoever wins. Virtually gather your fellow puzzle lovers, grab your favorite food, and get ready to celebrate National Puzzle Day!
Why Celebrate Puzzles?
Hey, we all get it. Puzzles can be a pain especially the 5,000+ piece puzzles. But there are still so many great things to celebrate about puzzles!
First, puzzles are extremely great for your mental health. If more people participate in national puzzle day, more people are bettering their mental health. Second, puzzles are great for all ages. It’s an activity that brings people of all ages together. Third, puzzles help exercise the brain. In today’s age, we are consumed by technology. Sitting down to complete a puzzle helps exercise the brain, improve cognitive function, and memory retainment.
What are you waiting for? Celebrate National Puzzle Day by completing your favorite puzzle and ordering Odd Moe’s Pizza! https://oddmoes.com/order-online/


IELTS Writing Task 2 with sample answer.
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Write at least 250 words.
These days consumers are faced with an increasing amount of advertising from various companies
To what extent do you think consumers are influenced by advertising?
What measures should be taken to protect them?
Nowadays consumers are bombarded with a plethora of advertising from a variety of companies. While some are of the opinion that advertising has little influence on consumers, I believe that it plays a significant role in their decisions and that there should be measures in place to protect them.
It is undeniable that advertising can influence consumer behaviour. This is particularly evident in the case of promotional offers or limited-time discounts, which often trigger a sense of urgency in the consumer, resulting in a purchase. Moreover, advertising can be used to create a positive image of a product or brand, and this can help to persuade the consumer to buy it. To take the example of a well-known brand of jeans, a targeted advertising campaign portraying attractive models wearing the jeans may make the product more attractive to the consumer, leading to an increased demand.
However, it is not only the consumer who is affected by advertising. Companies are also able to use it to manipulate market forces, such as the price of a product, and this can have a detrimental effect on consumers. For instance, if a company decides to use heavy advertising to promote a product, it can cause the price of the product to increase due to the increased demand, leaving the consumer with fewer options.
In order to protect consumers from the potentially harmful effects of advertising, governments should take measures to regulate the industry. Firstly, they should introduce clear guidelines on the types of advertising that are permissible, such as banning the use of false claims or deceptive marketing techniques. Additionally, they should introduce restrictions on the amount of advertising that can be done in a certain sector or market. This would help to ensure that companies are not able to take advantage of the consumer through heavy advertising campaigns.
Ultimately, while advertising can be used to persuade consumers to buy certain products or services, it is important that measures are taken to protect them from its potentially harmful effects. Governments should introduce clear guidelines on what type of advertising is permissible, as well as restrictions on the amount of advertising that can be done in a certain sector or market. This would help to ensure that consumers are not unduly influenced by aggressive marketing tactics.


What do you mean by rheumatic disease or conditions?
Throughout the questionnaire you may see the phrase, “arthritis or rheumatic disease.” The term “rheumatic disease” encompasses a number of different conditions, many of which affect the joints and are commonly referred to as “arthritis”. The official definition is: “Rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs) are a diverse group of diseases that commonly affect the joints but can also affect the muscles, other tissues, and internal organs. There are more than 200 different RMDs, affecting both children and adults. They are usually caused by problems of the immune system, inflammation, infections or gradual deterioration of joints, muscle, and bones. Many of these diseases are long term and worsen over time. They are typically painful and Iimit function. In severe cases, RMDs can result in significant disability, having a major impact on both quality of life and life expectancy.”*
You can read much more about this topic in the Summer 2020 issue of our magazine:ForwardMagazine_Su2020
* Definition provided by the European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR). Visit EULAR.org to learn more.


“Ting-Ting-Ting” – We are all familiar with that sound of school bell which rang before morning assembly, lunch break and at the end of the day. These bells are often operated manually. There are some electronic bells available out there in the market but their setup is quite expensive. So, let’s make a low-cost prototype of a modern automatic bell.
Bill Of Materials
Make sure to install the following library types required for coding in Arduino
To do so, go to Sketch in the main menu ? Include Library ? Manage Library. Enter the above library types in the search bar and download them. (See Fig.1)
Initialize the required libraries and variables with the required time duration of the bell. (See Fig.2)
Then create a setup function for debugging serial port baud rate. Also, setup the OLED and RTC module for I2C communication. (See Fig. 3)
Next, we create a loop function for viewing date, time and day on the OLED display. (See Fig. 4)
Now, create an ’if’ condition to check the date and time for the bell to ring. (See Fig. 5)
|Arduino PIN||Components PIN|
|GND||OLed and RTC GND|
|5V||VCC of OLED and RTC|
Ensure to cross check each connection. Any mistake will fry your costly board. After confirming that everything’s correct, power the Arduino Uno board with either USB or by using 5-12V battery. The OLED will start displaying time and other information. The buzzer will then automatically ring as per the time set for the bell.
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In ELA: students reviewed informational text structures, in preparation of our reading unit on biographies starting this Tuesday. We also studied the roots “audi” and “phon” as students completed week 2 in their Greek & Latin Roots packet.
In Social studies: students continued their studies of Ancient Mesopotamia by displaying their understanding of food and resources utilized throughout the Fertile Crescent. Next week, students will begin their city-state level task and a city layout design contest.
In Science: We wrapped up our Science choice projects and introduced our new Science Unit- Structure of Life! We started learning about Cell Theory and will be moving into topics like Characteristics of Organisms, Plant and Animal Cells, Genetics, and more.
In Math: In Math A, we continue to make progress and connections when dealing with integers (positive and negative whole numbers as well as zero). Math B is working through Expression properties.
Today, Friday, Jan 15: Last day to qualify for Scripps Spelling Bee
Monday, Jan 18: No School, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
-Ms. Turner & the Sixth Grade Team


The government of Kenya is majorly divided into 3 branches
- The Legislature
- The Judiciary
- The Executive
It is the arm of government which deals with the execution or implementation of laws made by the legislature; it consists of president, vice president, cabinet and civil servant.
Roles of Executive
The handle the general administration of the country including internal and external affair.
Roles of president
Head of state
Head of government
Chairing cabinet meeting
Commander in chief
Presiding over national holiday
Is one of the three organs of government; it consists of the judge, magistrate and other officers of superior and sub ordinates courts.
Functions of the Judiciary
- Settles legal disputes among individuals or between individuals and the state.
- It guarantees the rules of law (which stipulates that all Kenyan are governed by the same land) by exercising justice.
- Help in the development of laws.
- It administers justice.
- It is guardian of our constitution.
- The legal system arrange for the administration of the estate of deceased person by appointing guardians or trustees of estates.
This is also referred to as parliament and is the law making organ in Kenya.
It comprises in National Assembly and the president.
Functions of Legislature
- Legislative functions Control of revenue and expenditure
- Terminative roles
- Check on executive and judiciary
- Control of revenue and expenditure
- Bridge between people and the judiciary
- Creation of statutory bodies
- Shaping political leadership
- Promotion of good governance
- Election of the speaker


HOME PRACTICE - DOMESTIC HOMEOPATHY
Homeopathy is a science which deals mainly with symptoms. Generally people believe that homeopathic can be practiced by reading books which is not completely correct. To practice homeopathy, a thorough understanding of the medicines and the symptoms which they can work on are required. For chronic long standing problems or severe acute problems, it is always advisable to contact a qualified homeopath.
However for minor problems like cough,cold and fever, the symptoms outlined in the table can be referred to and the medicine which it matches can be given. Please note that three to four symptoms are given against each medicine. It is not necessary that the patient should be suffering from all the symptoms, the more symptoms which match the more effective the medicine is likely to be.
Taking the medicine
Homeopathic medicines must always be taken on an empty stomach and dry on the tongue. Strong tea, coffee, garlic must be avoided at the time of taking the medicines. The medicines can be taken in the 6c potency. (eg : aconite 6c), higher potencies can include 30c and 200c. Generally medicines are taken four pills at a time every one - two hours. In severe ailments, like high fever or repeated sneezing, it may be taken every 15 minutes.
If there is no improvement after ten doses, either change the remedy or consult a qualified homeopath.
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21 Mar What is Sustainable Landscape Management?
Today, many homes and businesses are interested in improving their sustainability. Sustainable landscape management utilizes practices that minimize or reuse valuable resources to reduce the negative environmental impact of landscaping and maintenance. Santa Rita Landscaping proudly uses sustainable landscape management practices in all of our commercial landscaping services.
Sustainable Landscape Management Practices
Sustainable landscape management practices make use of reusable or renewable resources in the field of landscape maintenance. One of the most popular sustainable landscape management practices is the use of “gray water” systems, which recycle non-potable water from sinks, tubs, showers, dishwashers and washing machines into landscaping irrigation systems. Recycled products, such as glass, rubber, wood, and tiles, can be used to create mulch, paving stones, and decorative elements for landscaping purposes. The use of compost-derived fertilizers, solar-powered landscape lighting, and integrated pest management techniques are further examples of sustainable landscape management practices.
Importance of Sustainable Landscape Management
Over time, non-sustainable landscape practices have a significant negative effect on the environment. Soil erosion and chemical runoff can contaminate local water sources, destroying their delicate ecosystems and threatening human residents as well. Harsh chemical pesticides can kill beneficial wildlife as well as the pests they are meant to target. Overuse of water and electricity results in water shortages and unnecessary pollution, while failure to utilize recyclable materials increases the volume of items in local landfills. Sustainable landscape management can minimize or completely solve many of these problems, benefitting commercial clients as well as their surrounding environment. Less water and electricity usage means lower utility bills and less overall pollution, while the use of safer pest control methods protects the local ecosystem. Sustainable landscape management practices show not only a dedication to protecting your local community but the global environment as well.
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What is hydrogen?
Hydrogen, or H1 as the scientists amongst us refer to it, is a gas – in fact it is the lightest element in the periodic table. In nature, hydrogen atoms tend to bond with other atoms. For example, when two hydrogen atoms bond, they form molecular hydrogen, or H2. When H2 bonds with a single oxygen atom, this becomes water – commonly known as H2O.
So, what exactly is hydrogen water?
Well, obviously hydrogen is present in all water, but HtoEau® contains pure molecular hydrogen. It is infused into the water under pressure and infiltrates the water molecules.
What is Deuterium?
Deuterium is one of three forms (or isotopes) of hydrogen – the others being protium and tritium.
The nucleus (core) of a deuterium atom has one proton and one neutron which doubles the mass of the hydrogen atom, making it twice as heavy. For every 1,000,000 atoms of hydrogen, there are 150 atoms of deuterium bound to oxygen, to form water.
When we drink 1 litre of everyday drinking water, we ingest around 150 ppm, or about 33 milligrams, of pure deuterium. And because deuterium fits anywhere hydrogen can, it is present in everything we eat or drink, and in our bodies.
So, what exactly is Deuterium-Depleted water (DDW)?
It is well documented that deuterium is harmful for biological processes and life. Higher deuterium levels can increase the likelihood of obesity, cancer and cardiovascular disease. The level of deuterium present in most natural waters on Earth is in the range of 150 ppm (parts per million). HtoEau® DDW contains just 50ppm per litre, meaning that we have reduced the deuterium content significantly by a multi-stage filtration process. This ‘light water’ (as it is sometimes referred to), can offer multiple health benefits, by reducing deuterium levels within our cells overall.


The General Foods Corporation is a well-known name in America due to the amount of cereal that is consumed for breakfast each year. This was not the case in the late 1800’s, but by the turn of the century, cereal was becoming a morning staple.
Marjorie Merriweather Post was the only child of C.W. Post and her mother, Ella Letitia Merriweather. Her Father, C.W. was an entrepreneur and his work revolutionized eating breakfast in America.
At age 27, C.W. Post passed, and Marjorie inherited Postum Cereal Company (Post Cereals). Marjorie Merriweather Post became the wealthiest woman in the United States by inheriting $20M (equivalent to $526M in 2020).
Smart, educated and wealthy, Marjorie gave the other cereal makers a run for their money. While on her yacht in the Caribbean with her first husband, Marjorie found out that the turkey they served for dinner was frozen. Understanding this concept, Marjorie (majority owner of the now, General Foods Corporation) decided to find Clarence Birdseye and purchase his patents and company in 1929. With Birdseye and many other companies under the umbrella of General Foods Corporation, Marjorie began the process of manufacturing foods. This process changed the world.
To learn more about the businesswoman, philanthropist, and innovator, click here.
Fun Fact: Marjorie built Mar-A-Lago as her home from 1924 – 1927 in Palm Beach, Florida.


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This paper explores censorship in regard to young adult (YA) literature, examining the reasons why YA is often censored and how such censored content relates to the mental capabilities and emotional needs of YA’s readership. The author reviews the arguments of both supporters and opponents of censored YA: supporters cite intellectual freedom and adolescent need, claiming the First Amendment protects adolescents’ right to read and that YA books are too valuable to teens’ development to be confiscated. Critics state that YA has become toxic, full of explicit evil, and is therefore unsuitable for adolescent consumption. The author concludes that complete censorship of YA is unacceptable because adolescents need literature that speaks to their experiences and engages their questions. However, with so many delicate topics being handled, neither can we allow a careless, haphazard approach to the genre. YA supporters and critics must find a way to listen and to compromise, ensuring all sides of the teenage experience are represented and that both the books and the teens receive the necessary care to thrive. The author ends with a few solutions to help the two sides find middle ground and to make YA even more beneficial for all parties involved.
Mintah, A. K. (2018). Young Adult Literature: Ethics, Evils, and the Ever-Present Question of Censorship. Exigence, 2 (1). Retrieved from https://commons.vccs.edu/exigence/vol2/iss1/9
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A person is only as effective as his communication.Understanding the first principle of public speaking is key to becoming a good public speaker. What is this magic principle? It's fairly simple:
"A person is only as effective as his communication."
Have you ever been in a conversation with someone you know is a genius because you didn't understand a word they said? I know I have. The problem is, your ideas don't actually matter unless you can communicate them. That communication may be in the form of words, actions, or a demonstration, but you must communicate nonetheless. In fact, many of the great discoveries of our time are credited not to their sole inventors, but rather to the person who presented them the best. Take the telephone, for example. Alexander Graham Bell is commonly credited as the inventor of the telephone, but a man by the name of Elisha Gray also designed a very similar device at the same time. Bell won the ensuing court battle, however, and so gets the credit.
How effective are we in getting others to understand our words? Do we ever speak with artistic complexity rather than plain simplicity? The measure of our communication skill is neither the size of our words nor the eloquence of our speech, but rather it is the effect of our language upon our audience.
If we want to be as Alexander Graham Bell rather than Elisha Gray, we must take to heart the first principle of public speaking: "A person is only as effective as his communication."


Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world, and for good reason. Not only does it provide a boost of energy and improve mental clarity, but it also offers a variety of health benefits. In this blog post, we’ll explore the health benefits of coffee beans and how they can improve your overall wellbeing.
Coffee beans are a rich source of antioxidants, which are compounds that protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals can lead to inflammation, oxidative stress, and chronic diseases. Studies have shown that the antioxidants in coffee can reduce the risk of several diseases, including diabetes, liver disease, and certain types of cancer.
- Brain Function
Coffee beans contain caffeine, a natural stimulant that can improve brain function and boost mental performance. Caffeine can improve reaction time, alertness, and concentration, making it an ideal drink for studying, working, or any task that requires mental focus. Additionally, caffeine can increase the production of neurotransmitters in the brain, such as dopamine and norepinephrine, which are associated with improved mood and cognitive function.
- Physical Performance
In addition to improving mental performance, caffeine in coffee beans can also improve physical performance. Caffeine can increase adrenaline levels in the body, which can help improve physical endurance and performance during exercise. Studies have shown that caffeine can also reduce muscle pain and fatigue during and after exercise, allowing for longer and more intense workouts.
Coffee beans contain a variety of nutrients, including vitamins B2, B3, and B5, manganese, and potassium. These nutrients are important for overall health and wellbeing, and can help support the immune system, nervous system, and cardiovascular system.
In conclusion, coffee beans offer a variety of health benefits, including antioxidants, improved brain function, physical performance, and essential nutrients. However, it’s important to consume coffee in moderation, as excessive caffeine consumption can lead to negative side effects. Enjoy your daily cup of coffee and reap the benefits, but remember to balance it with a healthy lifestyle and diet.


The largest geothermal system in New York City will provide heating and cooling to a two-tower residential complex in Coney Island.
Article Source: Think Geoenergy
Article Link: https://www.thinkgeoenergy.com/residential-complex-being-built-atop-the-largest-geothermal-project-in-nyc/
Photo Credit: Ben Sutherland / Flickr, Creative Commons
Developer LCOR is currently constructing a two-tower residential complex in Coney Island that will have its heating and cooling supplied by what will become the largest geothermal system in New York City. A total of 153 geothermal wells, each drilled to a depth of 500 feet, have been integrated into the building’s design.
Although not part of the original plans for the residential complex, the developers chose geothermal as the best technology to make the project sustainable for the long haul.
“We spent the better part of a year and a half investigating the constraints and challenges,” said LCOR Vice President Anthony Tortora. “That this site was so large and was close to the ocean presented itself as a unique candidate for geothermal.” Construction of the complex is expected to be completed through the rest of 2023.
The use of geothermal in the new building will allow for compliance with the city’s new Local Law 97 carbon emission caps on buildings that are larger than 25,000 square feet by 2024. As Tortora mentioned, there are now real financial consequences to designing buildings that will run off natural gas or other carbon-emitting fuels. Although project costs increase through the integration of geothermal systems, it will result in a reduction of more than 60% of the project’s carbon footprint. “We thought it was worth the investment up front,” Tortora shared.
The site will also serve as a showcase for large-scale applications of geothermal heating and cooling. This is a priority area of the Mayor’s Office of Climate and Environmental Justice.
“To advance this work, the city is undertaking a feasibility study to select a potential demonstration project site or set of sites that could benefit from a district geothermal system, connecting multiple buildings with shared infrastructure to maximize the environmental benefit,” a spokesperson of the Mayor shared.
Source: ENR New York


Environmental change is triggering an identity switch in grasslands
Since the first Homo sapiens emerged in Africa 300,000 years ago, grasslands have sustained humans and thousands of other species. Today, those grasslands are shifting. Global change -- including climate change, pollution and other widespread environmental alterations -- is transforming plant species in grasslands, and not always in the way scientists expected, a new study reveals.
Grasslands make up more than 40% of the world's ice-free land and can hold up to 30% of the world's carbon, making them critical allies in the fight against climate change. However, changes in grassland plants could put those benefits at risk.
Researchers affiliated with the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center and other institutions published the results in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The report offers the most comprehensive evidence to date on how human activities are changing grassland plants.
The team looked at 105 grassland experiments around the world. Each experiment tested at least one global change factor, and some looked at three or more types of changes.
The ecologists discovered that grasslands can be surprisingly tough. In general, grasslands resisted the effects of global change for the first decade of exposure. But after 10 years, their species began to shift. Half the experiments lasting 10 years or more found a change in the total number of plant species, and nearly three-fourths found changes in the types of species. By contrast, one-fifth of the experiments that lasted under 10 years picked up species changes.
"This study points to the importance of long-term research, especially long-term experiments to understand the complex changes that are happening to Earth's living systems," said Elizabeth Blood, a program director for NSF's Division of Biological Infrastructure, which funded the research.


ANALISIS DAN KAJIAN KRIMINOLOGI HUKUM DALAM KASUS MINUMAN BERAKHOL PADA ANAK DIBAWAH UMUR DI DESA MULYASARI
Alcohol has a certain effect that encourages children to become criminals. Alcoholic beverages greatly affect brain function, but if they are absorbed into the blood or gradually inhibit the activity of the nervous system, alcoholic beverages greatly affect human thinking ability, which can cause children to be guilty. The effect of alcohol on crime is that alcohol abuse has a negative impact on minors. Alcoholic drinks are widely circulated and consumed by minors because there are many illegal liquor sellers who do not have official permission to sell alcoholic beverages because they are consuming alcoholic beverages. Article 300 paragraph 1 reads: (1) a maximum imprisonment of one year or a maximum fine of four thousand five hundred rupiahs; first. Any person who deliberately sells or gives intoxicating drinks to a person who appears to be drunk; Trafficking in women and trafficking of minors is punishable by imprisonment of up to six years. (2). Anyone who knowingly intoxicates a child under the age of sixteen; 3. Any person who by coercion or threat of violence forces someone to drink an intoxicating drink. Meanwhile, according to Erikson (in Alwisol, 2009), adolescence or youth is one of the stages of human development, especially at the age of 12-20 years. Any person who deliberately sells or allows an intoxicated person to drink, deliberately intoxicates a person under the age of 16 and forces him to drink, shall be punished by a maximum imprisonment of six years.
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We are bombarded by media sights and sounds daily. We are subjected to music, news, and advertising sitting at our office desks, standing in elevators, and jogging or driving to and from school or work. Advertisements crop up at virtually every site we encounter-from usual ads on billboards and subways, to those on uncontrollable computer pop-ups, shopping carts, channel guides, online search screens, and video games. They shout out the newest, best, most modern, most dazzling, and most efficient products and services necessary for daily existence. Film and niche television allow for every conceivable programming taste. With the advent of extraordinary, but now convenient technology, we can choose our entertainment specialties in any location. As documented in Chapter 3, gender socialization occurs via multiple agents. Parents provide the earliest source, but television becomes another potent socializer when children are as young as 3. We rely more and more on the mass media, especially television, to filter the enormous amount of information we receive. This filtering process has a major impact on our ideas about gender. Indeed, one of the most documented, consistent findings is that for both males and females and in all age and racial categories, heavy use of entertainment media, especially heavy televisionviewing, is strongly associated with adherence to traditional and stereotyped views about gender.


The north of Germany, where the majority of wind turbines are located, and the south, where the majority of solar panels are located, are becoming increasingly divided. The stability of the network can suffer consequences.
The traffic light coalition agreement states that by 2030, 80% of electricity should come from renewable sources. The rise in solar energy in the south and wind energy in the north is increasingly alarming decision-makers in Berlin because of Germany’s infamously delayed grid expansion.
Germany needs to catch up in terms of growth goals, despite a new grid expansion law going into effect in 2023. The crucial north-south power connection is exceptionally constrained.
In light of this, the findings of the annual report of the working group for collaboration between the federal government and the federal states are relatively concerning.
The Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection announced on Friday that the growth of wind and solar cells continued to follow a consistent north-south gradient (October 28).
The non-city states of Lower Saxony, Brandenburg, North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), and Schleswig-Holstein accounted for almost 75%, or 1.25 gigawatts (GW), of the production-related expansion of onshore wind energy (SH).
CDU-Green alliances lead governments in NRW and SH. In Lower Saxony, the SPD collaborates with the Greens, whereas the CDU and SPD are the ruling parties in Brandenburg. Nearly half of the new photovoltaic expansion (2.8 GW) was constructed in North Rhine-Westphalia, Baden-Württemberg, and Bavaria.
Nearly a quarter of the photovoltaic expansion, or 2,784 megawatts (MW), was noticed in Bavaria, Baden-Württemberg, and North Rhine-Westphalia. While the Greens and CDU jointly lead Baden-Württemberg, the conservative CSU controls Bavaria.
Germany currently has 63 GW of photovoltaics, 57 GW of onshore wind, and 8 GW of offshore wind power. 30 GW offshore. The country must produce roughly 600 terawatt hours (TWh) of power from renewable sources to satisfy its 2030 renewable energy targets.


If your classroom was to become (or currently is) a picture for a social media post, how many likes would it get? How many retweets?
In truth, to how many of you would that even matter? What if your principal or superintendent suddenly broadcasts a message saying, “Everyone, stop what you’re doing and take a picture of your learning environment right now!” Would you be eager to share or completely mortified? I can admit, at various moments throughout my career, I have been on both ends of that continuum…and everyplace in between! Read more
We, more often than not, define the term “standard” as “something someone needs to know or be able to do.” We use this definition to develop curriculum, create assessments, plan instruction, and provide feedback to students and parents. No one can be sure when we started subscribing to this definition; however, we do know it is in direct opposition to the dictionary’s definition. The Oxford English Dictionary defines a standard as ”something set up as a rule for the measure of quality.” So, which is it?
In this brief article, I argue that the dictionary has it right. Further, I assert that it is our responsibility as educators to align our pedagogical practices to the dictionary meaning to ensure that our standards are, in fact, standards. Read more


Assemble computers: This VR app teaches you how
What are the most important components of a PC and how do they belong together? A free VR app provides orientation.
The VR course developed at the University of Burgos teaches you the basics of PC assembly. What is a motherboard? Where do you put a CPU, RAM, and graphics card? And in what order?
PC Virtual Lab answers these questions in an interactive and immersive way: You see the components in front of you, can take them in your hand, examine them up close and assemble them by hand. The individual components are explained on a text panel. Unlike in real life, you don't run the risk of breaking anything and can repeat the task as often as you like.
Developed for PC laymen
After the first successful assembly, in a second advanced course, you'll be able to assemble a PC with specific hardware characteristics, choosing the right components. At the end, you'll get results that evaluate performance parameters such as placement and cooling.
The VR app is intended for absolute beginners and does not simulate all the steps and intricacies of PC assembly, such as applying thermal paste or screwing on a cooler. It is also not possible to select from a large number of components and check whether and how they fit together. Something like this would also be interesting for advanced PC builders.
Virtual Reality is the fastest way to learn
PC Virtual Lab is available for VR headsets and in a 2D version for conventional monitors.
The app was developed for research purposes. The team responsible wanted to compare the effectiveness of different forms of learning (VR learning, learning with a 2D program, classic learning with a manual). They came to the following conclusions:
- Interactive learning (VR and 2D version) is more satisfying than learning via manual and leads to better recognition of PC components by the test takers.
- Virtual PC assembly is much easier and more natural in virtual reality than with a monitor, mouse, and keyboard.
- The VR test group performed the task faster and with fewer errors than those who used the 2D version.
You can download the app for free on Steam. More information is available on the official website.
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RajuMemberOctober 5, 2021 at 11:04 PM
Most of the reputed educational institutions teaches (teach) their students how to sustain and survive financially in the current fast trending world and focus on many financial equations instead providing the quality education and values. I strongly disagree with the context, this essay gives (will give) an idea of “what is” the quality education, social behavior and how it benefits the children grow to overcome the financial crisis.
Children’s education is very crucial in present circumstance, it helps them to grow in their life in a better manner. some parents think that the quality of education comes with a reputed schools or colleges and their teaching methodologies. In fact, educational institutions should provide good quality of education by introducing the real-world issues in their curriculum, especially developing cognitive skills, problem solving and communications. If children develop those skills undoubtfully they can sustain in any circumstance even they face financial struggles they can be able to overcome with the skills, they developed or learned.
In addition, social behavior is a major aspect of the young children particularly high school or college graduates. Due to availably of all the resource in the globe, most of the children (are) dragged towards the bad habits and behaviors. schools should teach the children rights, who to mingle in the society, patience, obedience towards the elderlies, kindness/helping nature for the needy. These behavioral skills (are) useful for them to people management, money management and adjustable behavior in any situation. For an instance, if children do not have well behavior or proper education on traffic rules, they may get huge fines and leads to financial crisis.
To summarize, educational institutions should teach the children to learn better to improve of their education and other required skills for the bright career instead of financial survival. With the great skills that they acquire in the high school or college and with the well social behavior children can overcome any kind of financial struggles and grow in their life to achieve great milestone.


Disease Profile: Snow Mold
As the snow begins to melt, you may find your lawn full of circles or patches of dead-looking grass. While severe Winter conditions or late fall damage is often to blame, it is far more likely your turf is suffering from Snow Mold.
Understanding Snow Mold
Pink and Gray snow mold can occur under certain Winter conditions:
What It Looks Like – There are two main types of snow mold; Pink and Gray. Both diseases appear in circular dead patches ranging from 3”-12” wide, however, if it is severe, these patches can form together and cover most of the lawn. If you look closer, you may see fuzzy webbing along the edges or even masses on the blades of grass (sclerotia). When the lawn is still wet the webbing may appear pink or salmon in color, to distinguish between the two types. It is not uncommon for a lawn to be affected with both Pink and Gray molds at one time.
What Causes Snow Mold – Snow mold is caused when there is a snow cover that is not completely frozen for an extended period of time. Ideal conditions are when temperatures range between 30-40 degrees. The disease grows in long grasses under snow or wet leaves when not taken care of prior to the Winter season. Some turfgrasses are more susceptible to snow mold, but all types can get it
Prevention – It is very important to remember to “Put the Lawn to Bed.” A properly mowed, watered, and fertilized lawn is the best defense against snow molds.
- Mow the lawn until it stops growing
- Clean up your leaves and debris
- Manage thatch with aeration
- Use a Winterizing fertilizer
Treatment – As the weather warms and snow melts, chances are that the disease will go away on its own. Once the areas have fully dried with the temperature increase, the grass will begin to repair itself and the disease will grow out as you mow. To help speed this process, lightly rake the affected areas and fertilize the lawn to encourage drying and grass growth. If there are remaining dead spots, a reseeding may be required. Fungicides are not recommended for this disease as the damage is temporary and the lawn will heal on its own.
Lawn Disease Guide
Learn the hallmark characteristics of diseases that are common to mid-Atlantic turfs.


What is an explosive?
In general terms a substance or article is an explosive if it is classified as a Class 1 dangerous good or is listed in either of the following publications.
The Australian Code for the Transport of Explosives by Road and Rail, Third Edition (AEC), available from Safe Work Australia.
The Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG Code) - current edition is available from the National Transport Commission.
The formal definition is given in regulation 8 of the Dangerous Goods Safety (Explosives) Regulations 2007 and is summarised as follows:
A substance or article is an explosive for the purposes of the Dangerous Goods Safety (Explosives) Regulations 2007 if:
- it satisfies the UNTC Test 1
- it does not satisfy the UNTC Test 2
- it is declared to be an explosive by the department’s Chief Officer, or in the AEC Appendix 2:
- it is named in an entry in column (2) of the AEC Appendix 2; and
- it is classified as Class 1 in column (3); and
- it satisfies an special provisions applied to it by column (6); and
- it satisfies any criteria applied in column (12), or
- it satisfies the UNTC tests for Class 1 dangerous goods; or
- it satisfies UNTC Test 1 and
- is named or described in the ADG Code Appendix A; or
- satisfies the UNTC tests for substances or articles too dangerous to transport.
Refer to the Dangerous Goods Safety Act 2004 and the Dangerous Goods Safety (Explosives) Regulations 2007.


(1500?–1542?). Spanish Franciscan missionary Juan de Padilla was the first Christian missionary martyred within the territory of the present United States.
Padilla was born about 1500 in Andalusia, Spain. After serving as a soldier, he joined the Franciscans in Andalusia. He went to Spanish Mexico about 1528, where he subsequently undertook a number of missionary ventures. From 1529 until at least 1530 he served as a military chaplain on Spanish explorer Nuño de Guzmán’s expedition to Nueva Galicia and Culiacán. Padilla also founded several Franciscan friaries in Spanish Mexico and was abbot of the friary at Tulancingo until 1540.
In 1540–41 Padilla accompanied Spanish explorer Francisco Coronado in his fruitless quest for a legendary kingdom of riches called Quivira, probably in modern Kansas. Disappointed at finding nothing more than the grass-hut villages of the Wichita Indians, Coronado returned to Mexico with his company, but Padilla decided to go back to the Wichita territory with some companions. There he established the first mission in the area and worked among the Wichita for months, but after he set out to perform missionary work among other tribes, Padilla was killed, probably in the vicinity of modern Herington, Kansas, about 1542. He is commemorated on November 30 in the Roman Catholic church.


Paper Money History – Libya:
2009 banknote 1 Dinar:
“Muammar Gadaffi note”
Libyan paper money history includes one of the most controversial leaders in modern history. The 2009 Libya 1 Dinar banknote features the infamous dictator Muammar Gadaffi on the front. On the back is an image of the great Mosque in Tripoli. Printed on high quality paper, this colorful note has several anti counterfeiting features as well. The note was a re-design of the 2004 issue that also featured Gadaffi. The 2009 Libyan 1 Dinar was used until 2013 when a new Gaddaffi-less 1 Dinar was printed following the Libyan Civil War in 2011. The Libyan Dinar has been the currency Libya since replacing the pound in 1971.
Muammar Gaddafi ruled Libya for more than 40 years before his death during the Libyan Civil War in 2011. Gaddafi was known as a ruthless dictator and also somewhat of an eccentric. Gaddafi was born in a tent and often preferred to sleep in a luxury tent outside of hotels rather than a room. Gaddafi’s personal security force consisted of all female bodyguards in high-heels and fatigues . Gaddafi was also known to wear flamboyant outfits. From his rise to power via a coup in 1969 to his ultimate capture and death in 2011, Muammar Gaddafi was an important piece in modern history.
The now obsolete 2009 Libyan 1 Dinar banknote is a lasting memory of Libyan history. In our current age of digital money a small fraction of banknotes are actually printed. Many countries are considering going with completely paperless currency in the near future. The inevitable paper money extinction should make paper money collectibles more desired in the future. One of my personal favorites the 2009 Libya 1 Dinar is a must for any collection.
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This sonnet is based on Matthew 2:16-18. There have been many Herods who have stood in opposition to the King of kings, and these tyrants use many weapons. However, the vulnerable are the ones who always pay, and the most vulnerable are the children.
This is the world where every king chances
To control and do what they can to win,
Where choice vindicates all circumstances,
Where the cost of that choice pays with children.
Oppressors force marriage to dominate,
Defile with sex, make the victim a villain,
Use rape to terrorize, humiliate,
And the price that is paid? Paid by children.
A voice heard in Ramah, she loudly cries:
Rachel lamenting for all her children
As a king’s arm kills till ev’ry child dies,
Ev’ry parent’s arm emptied, ev’ry grave filled in.
Rachel, unconsoled shall weep for her lost
Until they return, and the king’s arms crossed.
© Randall Edwards 2018
This poem is for Christ’s church. If it is helpful, please feel free to copy or reprint in church bulletins, read aloud, or repost. I only ask that an attribution be cited to myself (Randall Edwards) and this blog (backwardmutters.com). Thanks.
artwork: Pieter Brueghel the Elder [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
Amen and well said!
‘Say it again Sam”


Kremer, RJ; Means, NE
European Journal of Agronomy. 2009 October. 31(3):153–161
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eja.2009.06.004 ISSN: 1161-0301
Current crop production relies heavily on transgenic, glyphosate-resistant (GR) cultivars. Widespread cultivation of transgenic crops has received considerable attention. Impacts of glyphosate on rhizosphere microorganisms and activities are reviewed based on published and new data from long-term field projects documenting effects of glyphosate applied to GR soybean and maize. Field studies conducted in Missouri, U.S.A. during 1997–2007 assessed effects of glyphosate applied to GR soybean and maize on root colonization and soil populations of Fusarium and selected rhizosphere bacteria. Frequency of root-colonizing Fusarium increased significantly after glyphosate application during growing seasons in each year at all sites. Roots of GR soybean and maize treated with glyphosate were heavily colonized by Fusarium compared to non-GR or GR cultivars not treated with glyphosate. Microbial groups and functions affected by glyphosate included Mn transformation and plant availability; phytopathogen–antagonistic bacterial interactions; and reduction in nodulation. Root-exuded glyphosate may serve as a nutrient source for fungi and stimulate propagule germination. The specific microbial indicator groups and processes were sensitive to impacts of GR crops and are part of an evolving framework in developing polyphasic microbial analyses for complete assessment of GR technology that is more reliable than single techniques or general microbial assays.
Kremer, RJ, NE Means. "Glyphosate and glyphosate-resistant crop interactions with rhizosphere microorganisms." European Journal of Agronomy 31.3 (2009): 153–161. Web. 30 May. 2023.
Kremer, RJ., & Means, NE. (2009). Glyphosate and glyphosate-resistant crop interactions with rhizosphere microorganisms. European Journal of Agronomy, 31(3), 153–161. doi:10.1016/j.eja.2009.06.004
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An overview of medical image processing methods
Keywords: Virtual animation, surgical interference, 3D models, image processing
AbstractSince human life is worthier than all things, efforts on virtual animation and visualization of human body’s viscera, without surgical interference to diagnose a disease is very important. Recently, modern medical instruments are able to produce views which can be used for better diagnoses and accurate treatment. Various standards were formed regarding these instruments and end products that are being used more frequently everyday. Personal computers (PCs) have reached a significant level in image processing, carried analysis and visualization processes which could be done with expensive hardware on doctors’ desktops. The next step is to try to find out proper solutions by software developers and
engineers that help doctors to make decision by combining opportunities in these two scientific areas. The objective of the present study is to construct 3D models and present it to users on screen in personal computers by using data acquired from tomography and magnetic resonance instruments. In order to realize this objective, developing software is aimed. In the second and third sections, the data
structures and processing of 3D volumetric data in digital format, 3D visualization techniques and theoretical subjects about methods and algorithms used are explained. In the forth section, explanations on developing a software package for the realization of the objective of the study, its usage and information about software development tools used are given. In the last section, the determinations made at the end of trials in this study, difficulties met and recommendations obtained in the light of the trial results are presented.
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European Classical Riding -Part I
The original European riding was meant to have the horse trained as a working equitation horse for narrow combat with other riders or animals. An image on a 4BC sarcophage for example, shows Alexander the Great on his horse, Bucephalos, in the lion hunt. Although the horse looks afraid, it is collected under the rider with one ear pointed towards the lion, and the other towards his rider. A well-trained combat horse, must be collected so that it is easy manouvereable for attack and for flight. It must be obedient and trustworthy, one with its rider so that it can be trusted into battle. If a horse was not trained to senstive aids and the seat of the rider, it could be dangerous to take into battle, and in the past, many a war was lost because of horses that were not under control. Thus, the best horses and riders were naturally selected, since they were the ones to survive!
In these days, riding was only for nobility, and lots of time was put into the training of both young men and horses. The basic training of a working equitation horse would easily take 6-8 years, the training of a rider would take even longer. In the 15-16th century AD, a rider would first have his seat trained on a well-trained school horse between 2 pilars and on the volte around one pilar, before getting a rein in his hands. These riders had the perfect feeling and perfect seat in their systems before they started to communicate with their horses through hand and leg aids. (...)
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Jesus knew their thoughts and said to them, “Every kingdom divided against itself will be ruined, and every city or household divided against itself will not stand. Matthew 12:25
Abraham Lincoln gave the famous “House Divided” speech in 1858 in his hometown of Springfield, Illinois. This concept and actual language came from Matthew 12:25 where Jesus was refuting those who claimed that his miracles of casting out demons was through the power of Satan himself. Jesus gave a brilliant and logical refutation. Indeed, he argued, if he used the power of Satan to cast out demons, that would be self-defeating. A house divided against itself cannot stand for long.
Lincoln, in his vision and leadership, much of which was informed from a good knowledge of the Bible, used this wisdom over and over in his Presidency. In his second inaugural address in March, 1865, just weeks before his untimely death, he was eloquent in using Biblical references to try to rally a nation nearing the end of the cataclysmic Civil War. He said things like “but let us judge not, that we be not judged,” from Matthew 7:1. He quotes several other Bible passages, and concludes with the magnificent prose “With malice toward none, with charity for all, with firmness in the right as God gives us to see the right, let us strive on to finish the work we are in, to bind up the nation’s wounds, to care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow and his orphan, to do all which may achieve and cherish a just and lasting peace among ourselves and with all nations.” This is a re-work of Psalm 147:3 where he is trying to use these words to literally and figuratively heal a broken and bleeding nation.
Lincoln had the wisdom to use the wisdom of the ages, the Bible, to try to heal a nation that could not be healed with simply political and military solutions. I believe that Abraham Lincoln was the greatest President ever to grace our nation.
I think that Lincoln knew where his strength came from, and that knowledge, that humility, was a gift to our country.
Prayer: As we reflect back on our history, we see that leaders following your truth can lead us in difficult times. Thank you for the words that can heal, Amen.


Quezon and Lapulapu
Posted on 01 August 2021
By National Quincentennial Committee Secretariat
While in his sick bed in the U.S., Manuel Quezon broadcasted a message to the Filipino people, enduring the Japanese invasion, on 15 November 1943. It was in celebration of the 8th anniversary of the Commonwealth of the Philippines and his inauguration as President of the Philippines, which was extended by a resolution of the U.S. Congress. He exclaimed the name of Lapulapu and reminded the Filipinos that “we showed the world once more our heritage of heroism.” He continued:
“We Filipinos are not a people accustomed to crooking the knee to any power that may purpose to invade our country and to hold us in thrall. We have been overcome by superior forces, but we have never been outfought; our country has been conquered, but we have never been vanquished. Every power that has ever dared to overrun our country has known the avenging anger of Filipino arms.
“I think of this as I lie on my bed today and recall every incident of our epic resistance from Vigan through Lingayen to Bataan. It showed that the defiant blood of Lapu-Lapu still courses in our veins…”
Today, the grateful Filipino people remember the 77th death anniversary of Quezon. A memorial erected in his honor in Quezon City enshrines his mortal remains. Enveloping the triangular landmark are the select episodes in Philippine history and his presidency–and that includes the Victory at Mactan, 500 years ago.


Rising Sea Level Drowns Five Pacific Islands
Atlantis Parts II, III, IV, V, and VI
Major cities like New York, Miami, and Boston are preparing for sea level rise, but in some places, it’s too late for action.
In a paper published in Environmental Research Letters, researchers looked at satellite photos of the Solomon Islands taken between 1947 and 2015. Specifically, they tracked the size and shape of 33 islands.
They found that during that time, 5 of those islands vanished beneath the rising seas. These weren’t just tiny sandbars, they were vegetated islands ranging in size from 2.5 to 12.4 acres.
Not only that, but six other islands have shorelines that are receding dramatically, and two villages, founded before 1935, were destroyed by rising seas. In one village, Nuatambu, half of the houses have been lost to the seas. Many residents have fled and rebuilt on higher ground, while others are trying to stay and maintain their lives near the coast. In another village, Mararo, residents voted to preemptively relocate the entire village to a position 65 feet above sea level. In the paper, the authors write “Interestingly in this case the community [Mararo] had historically lived in a high elevation site prior to being encouraged by missionaries down to the coast in the early 20th century.”
In the past, research into receding shorelines has focused on storms eating away at beaches and shorelines. This is the first assessment of sea level rise on the Solomon Islands. The researchers hope that this assessment and others like it could help the 622,469 people living in the Solomon Islands prepare for the rising seas, something that is happening sooner rather than later. Already, the paper anticipates that Taro, the provisional capital of the Solomon Islands’ Choiseul Province will be the first capital to relocate because of rising sea levels.


Is journaling the secret to productivity? Does our quiet time along with recording our thoughts on paper or computer really generate success?
The answer is a resounding yes if you believe all the blog articles online today. It seems that all one must do is prepare one’s mind and write it down for success and productivity to come knocking on your door. The statements are bold and predictive. It is the secret sauce.
Along with a few moments of mindfulness, journaling is one of the hottest topics on the Internet today. Don’t believe me? Google journaling and see over 42 million returns from articles and videos. Mindfulness returns more than 181 million.
These two topics seem intertwined. Apparently one requires the other to be complete.
Let’s Define the Words
What exactly is mindfulness? Here is the definition.
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- 1.the quality or state of being conscious or aware of something.“their mindfulness of the wider cinematic tradition”
- 2.a mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one’s feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations, used as a therapeutic technique.
Okay, what about journaling. What defines it from other writing?
Definition of journal, journaled, journaling: to keep a personal journal : to enter or record daily thoughts, experiences, etc., in a journal.As a kid, I journaled about everything from boys to bad haircuts.— RedbookThe principal at the school says since students began journaling last year, poor behavior reports have dropped 40 percent.— Stephanie StahlThe students engaged in several process discussions to reflect on their service-learning projects, and they journaled their reactions.— Roeper Review


The passing of the Slave Trade Act in London in March 1807 did little to ease the burden of slaves already held in the British Caribbean. They had to wait until the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 which began the slow move towards emancipation. The bicentenary of the 1807 Act was accompanied by new publications, exhibitions, and an urging of urban communities to engage in a commemoration of Abolition 200. English Heritage invited people to follow in the footsteps of the abolitionists and recall the lives of those slaves who were to end their lives here in Britain, far from their ancestor's African homelands. Visits to the graves of Africans were encouraged; one such grave was of Scipio Africanus. Colin Godman uncovers the life of Africanus through the information that is available about his master, the Earl of Gloucestershire.
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In this article, Brian Edwards follow the heritage timeline of Avebury, as well as incorporate the efforts of the heritage authorities to cash in and further popularise the history of Stonehenge and the surrounding area. The timeline stems from John Aubrey introducing Charles II to Avebury in 1663, to the impact that the Five Mile Act had on the surrounding environment.


In the wrong circumstances, sometimes even a simple argument or misunderstanding can escalate into a physical confrontation and become a violent crime. Those involved might find themselves facing assault and battery charges.
Differences between assault and battery
Assault and battery are not the same violent crime, but they often wind up paired together. Assault refers to threats of great bodily harm and does not have to involve actual physical contact. So long as the threat is credible and a reasonable person or a jury would agree, then an assault charge will likely stick.
Battery occurs when there is intentional, unwanted contact. Someone who touches another without their consent could be guilty of battery. A battery charge typically occurs when one party becomes angry and initiates violent physical contact against one or more people.
Criminal penalties vary
Despite the differences in action, assault and battery charges can lead to serious charges, including violent felonies, even if no touching occurred. A minor charge could result in up to a year in jail, while felony charges could lead to years in prison. When facing an assault or a battery charge, the penalties rise quickly if the alleged violent crime rises to aggravated assault or aggravated battery.
No matter the level of your charge, it is wise to seek legal help quickly to ensure that you fully understand the potential consequences, as well as your rights.


A Brief History of Cricket –
When was Cricket First Played?
- Cricket had started as a child’s game! This game’s origins can be traced to the 16th century. Cricket was first played in the sheep grazing lands of South East England.
A stick and a ball of sheep’s wool were the first play equipment in cricket.
- In 1611, two men had played cricket instead of attending church on Sunday morning and were impeached for that!
- The word cricket came from the Old English word “cryce” meaning crutch, and Middle Dutch work “rick” meaning stick.
- In 1788, the first official laws of cricket were written, and terms like middle stump and lbw were coined. The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) was the first cricket team, and they played on the Lord’s field in England. In 1793, the first recorded game of cricket was played at the Lord’s ground.
- International games, or professional cricket matches, played by one country against another country; have been happening since 1844. Cricket was introduced to North America by the English colonies. The British India Company’s invasion over India had brought cricket to India and its neighboring countries.
- In 1853, the cricket bat was made using a cane handle covered with layers of rubber, and the main bat was made of willow wood. The bat was bent like a hockey stick initially, but was made straight later, to adapt to the way the ball is pitched.
Cricket World Cup
- In 1909, the International Cricket Association (ICC) was formed, with its members being South Africa, England and Australia. Later India, West Indies and other countries were added. The first World Cup was played in 1975.
- In 1971, the first limited overs or one day cricket match was played in Melbourne, Australia.
- A cricket match can end in a draw even after being played for 5 straight days! There is no fixed shape of a cricket ground but the pitch is always 22 yards.
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Changing the way in which we teach could be challenging, nonetheless there are several details that we may do to make certain our students get the best education possible. A few of the things that you can do incorporate incorporating new-technology into your classroom, improving the quality of your training, and creating new ways to fix problems.
Innovative developments in education are usually aimed at making it more cost effective or flexible. However , presently there https://pittcon-2017.org/2019/12/11/pittcon-a-leading-annual-conference is also types of innovation. For instance , using technology to enhance student engagement, offering more tailored learning experiences, and producing certain all college students are positively engaged in learning.
One of the most important enhancements in the last many years has been finding new business models pertaining to colleges. This could involve creating enrichment chances that are incorporated into existing training, or creating new for-credit classes.
An alternative example of advancement in education is the make use of data analytics. This type of technology could help promote horizontal management and comprehensive management.
A second form of educational innovation is actually a digital learning platform that teaches language to refugee kids in Lebanon. This system can become used to give language teaching to marginalized children in Greece.
Advancement is about fixing real complications, and that involves regular collaboration with colleagues. To achieve this, teachers must focus on supporting the emotional and psychological well-being of college students and keeping them definitely engaged in learning.
If an originality is integrated in a school or a school, it needs being scalable. This ensures that it needs for being able to be maintained a large community of instructors, and it ought to be dispersed around institutions.


Workplace Violence Prevention
This course prepares learners to feel safe at work despite the risks of workplace violence, knowing that their employer has policies to prevent it and what to do if they witness or experience violence.
The course consists of eight online modules, including six core non-supervisory modules, one supervisory module, and the other the deployable active shooter module. Modules define workplace violence, inform learners how to recognize it, teach principles to prevent it, advise how to respond to it (including an active shooter situation), and outline relevant leadership responsibilities.
Content in each module follows a scaffolded approach, where critical introductory concepts are followed by more advanced information and practice. Instruction and assessment are provided just in time, encouraging learners to explore and experiment to complete the activity or move to the next section of content.
Though the course doesn’t intend to replace employers’ need to create comprehensive safety programs, it aims to address increased fear of workplace violence and employees’ mental and emotional struggles—educating learners on the risks of violence at the workplace, and the actions they can take that are in their control.
Though the course doesn’t intend to replace employers’ need to create comprehensive safety programs, it aims to address increased fear of workplace violence and employees’ mental and emotional struggles.


Researchers from universities in the southern peanut growing region presented updates on the latest R&D to help farmers fight pests and disease and increase production.
Agronomist Dr. Scott Tubbs with the University of Georgia talked about the role of peanuts in a cropping system, including the interesting history of how the peanut came to be a commercially produced crop, which was basically as a cover crop for cotton to help manage the boll weevil.
Listen to an interview with Dr. Tubbs on his presentation: Dr. Scott Tubbs, UGA (MP3)
Plant pathologist Dr. Nick Dufault with the University of Florida discussed the situation in foliar and soil-borne diseases of peanuts, especially in areas that are getting heavy moisture this year. He talked about assessing risk under the Peanut Rx program and the factors to consider in a management program with the many options for fungicides available for peanuts. “You definitely want to rotate,” he said. “That will help us maintain our longevity for these fungicides. We have so many we don’t want to lose any tools in our toolbox.”
Listen to my interview with Dr. Default here: Dr. Nick Dufault, UF (MP3)
From Auburn University, the panel also included Dr. Ayanava Majumdar – better known as Dr. A to farmers and extension agents – and his topic was the burrower bug, which he says has been around for awhile but is getting to be more prevalent in peanut fields because of environmental conditions and cultural practices. “It’s an opportunistic pest,” he said. “They are in the stink bug family of insects with piercing sucking mouth parts.” He says there are many different types so it is important to correctly identify them before doing anything about them.
Listen to my interview with Dr. A here: Dr. Ayanava Majumdar (MP3)


Distinguish, differentiate, compare and explain what is the difference between vapour absorption and compression system. Comparison and Differences.
Difference between Vapour Absorption and Compression System
1. Vapour Absorption System, Uses low-grade energy, heat. Therefore may be operated by flame or by using exhaust steam from engines etc. Vapour Compression System uses high-grade energy, mechanical work.
2. In absorption system, moving parts exist only in the pump, which is a small element of the system. Hence, quiet in operation. In compression system, moving parts are in the compressor. So there is more wear, tear, and noise.
3. Absorption System can work on lower evaporator pressure also, without lowering the COP significantly. In compression system, the COP decreases considerably with a decrease in evaporator pressure.
4. In absorption system, there is no effect of reducing the load on the performance. In compression system, performance is adversely affected at partial loads.
5. In absorption system, liquid traces of refrigerant present in piping at the exit of evaporator constitute no danger. In compression system, liquid traces in suction line may damage the compressor.
6. In absorption system, automatic capacity control is easy. In compression system, automatic capacity control is difficult.
Difference between Compression System vs Vapour Abrsorption
Vapour Abrsorption vs Compression System
Differences between Compression System vs Vapour Abrsorption


1. Set up an inviting homework space/station in your home. It doesn't have to be permanent station if your home is small. Be creative and have a table/desk, cushion/beanbag, and all homework supplies available.
2. As a family - work on homework together. Kids can do class assignments. Parents can sit and pay bills or do other "homework" type things. When everyone sits down together - this eliminates distractions.
3. Try aromatherapy. Use scents that promote energy, focus, and calm.
4. Hire a homework coach. This is different than a tutor. The homework coach helps set up the optimal learning environment, time management tools, and provide learning/study strategies.
5. Get your kids tested for any learning differences. When you know how your child is processing information, you can get the right tools, resources, and therapies to lessen the stress of homework.
Kanesha Baynard is a veteran educator and creativity coach. She uses journaling and visualization tools to help people disrupt unfulfilling patterns through creativity. She is working on her fourth book which focuses on communication and mindfulness for families. Kanesha's work has been featured in U.S.News and World Report, FastCompany, TiLT Parenting Podcast, the Chicago Tribune, and The Dr. Oz. Show.


What is Deuteranopia?
Deuteranopia is a type of red-green color deficiency. Red-green color blindness is the most common type and occurs in about 1 in 12 males and 1 out of 200 women. Individuals with deuteranopia are lacking the M photopigment, but it is replaced by the L photopigment. Those with deuteranopia see things with more red color. Deuteranopia does not allow for the perception of green light.
- Deuteranopia is a red-green color deficiency that is more common in males.
- Those with deuteranopia are unable to see green.
- Most individuals with deuteranopia may not know they have it until they complete an Ishihara Color Test for an eye doctor.
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Red-green color vision deficiencies occur when there are defects with the OPN1LW (red pigment cone) and OPN1MW (green pigment) genes. Protanopia is also a red-green deficiency that results from defects in the red cone pigments.
Risk Factors for Deuteranopia
Deuteranopia is typically caused by a mutation in the recessive genes in the X chromosome. It is most often congenital.
Sometimes, it can be acquired, and the possible causes may include retinal diseases, optic nerve disorders, age-related macular degeneration, dementia, side effects from antimalarial drugs, some prescription medications taken for high blood pressure, mental health disorders, autoimmune diseases, and infection, and exposure to organic solvents like fertilizers.
Deuteranopia can be so mild, one may not know they have it. Symptoms include confusing the colors of red and green.
An Ishihara Color Test can be used to diagnose deuteranopia. The Ishihara Color Test requires the patient to look at a series of dots that make up a number. Individuals with normal vision will be able to see the dots, but the number will be invisible or difficult for those with deuteranopia.
There is no cure for deuteranopia, but glasses with specialty lenses or contact lenses may help with seeing colors more easily.