Childress, Phillips Not The Main Problem

Let me start my first post with this statement: Wade Phillips and Brad Childress had to be fired. However, as I believe Chris Carter (may have been Keyshawn) pointed out on ESPN today, what does it say about a team when the players come out with a new energy after a midseason coaching change? As Dallas has done, and Minnesota seems poised to do. Imagine getting a new boss at work. You walk up and tell him, "Sir, our last boss, he really sucked, I mean, he had no clue what he was doing, He was so bad that I only gave about 85 % of my effort to my work. But you I respect, for you I will go the extra mile, you get my best."

Well for any office building in the county, that would be simply unacceptable. And since the NFL is a Billion Dollar business, it should be unacceptable there also. Professionals have to be able to work their hardest, no matter how they feel about their colleagues. So much emphasis was placed on how Jason Garrett runs things different in Dallas, how the new sheriff in town would get things in order.

Well the new sheriff happens to be the old play caller, yet the offense is suddenly explosive with him as head coach. The media uses the term "new energy" to explain the improving play, but the only phrase I would call it is "bad character players decide to be a professional." Obviously not everyone in Minny or Dallas has bad character, but regardless of what the players are saying, many lacked character by giving less than 100% in their similar beat downs to Green Bay.

Childress and Wade were not very good head coaches, they had to go. But if you are a Viking or Cowboys fan on a witch hunt, look first to your extremely talented player's effort. When times got tough they.... quit.

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Percutaneous Coronary Interventions

Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) encompasses a variety of procedures used to treat patients with diseased arteries of the heart, for example, chest pain caused by a build-up of fats, cholesterol, and other substances from the blood (referred to as plaque) that can reduce blood flow to a near trickle, or a heart attack caused by a large blood clot that completely blocks the artery.

Coronary angioplasty is a medical procedure used to restore blood flow through a narrowed or blocked artery in the heart. The arteries of the heart (the coronary arteries) can become narrowed and blocked due to buildup of a material called plaque on their inner walls. This narrowing reduces the flow of blood through the artery and can lead, over time, to coronary artery disease and heart attack. In angioplasty, a thin tube with a balloon or other device on the end is first threaded through a blood vessel in the arm or groin (upper thigh) up to the site of a narrowing or blockage in a coronary artery. Once in place, the balloon is then inflated to push the plaque outward against the wall of the artery, widening the artery and restoring the flow of blood through it.

Angioplasty is used to:

oRelieve chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart.

oMinimize damage to the heart muscle during a heart attack. This damage occurs when blood flow is totally cut off to an area of the heart.

Angioplasty was first used in 1977. A tiny balloon was used to open or widen narrowed arteries. Since then, new devices and medicines have improved the procedure and made it appropriate for more people. The improvements include:

oStents. A stent is a tiny mesh tube that looks like a small spring. The stent is inserted in the area where the artery is narrowed to keep it open. Some stents are "coated" with medication to help prevent the artery from closing again. Stents are used in most angioplasties except when an artery is too small for a stent to fit.

oWhen a stent is used, in 2 out of 10 people the artery will close again within the first 6 months.

oWhen a stent is not used, in 4 out of 10 people the artery will close again within the first 6 months.

oPlaque removers. Many kinds of plaque removers exist. They are used to cut away plaque that narrows the inside of the arteries.

oLaser. A laser is used to dissolve or vaporize plaque. First approved in 1992, laser devices are used in many major U.S. medical centers.

Research on angioplasty continues to:

oIncrease its safety

oPrevent the artery from closing again

oMake it an option for more people

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The Ripple Effect: Small Steps Lead to Big Results

"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." -Aristotle

Procrastination is the single habit at the root of so many problems that plague all of us at one time or another - challenges with managing our time, relationships, projects, and information.

Procrastination is doing low-priority tasks and activities instead of the high-priority ones which so often contribute the most to our success. For some, procrastination becomes a harmful habit which impedes personal and professional development.

If procrastination is so harmful, why do we do it? We tend to put off doing things for the following reasons:

**They are unpleasant to do.

**They are difficult or complex to do.

**They involve making tough decisions that can be overwhelming.

When we don't want to do something that is unpleasant or difficult, we find less important things to do that will keep us "busy" so we have an excuse for why we didn't get around to it. But putting something off does not make it go away, and postponing it often just makes it worse. As someone once said, "Killing time murders opportunities."

I'll share a key to success that I've learned from my own life experiences...

If you want to make big changes in your life, start by making small ones.

What small change have you made recently that yielded positive results for you? By thinking about what is working, you are focusing on the positive. Remember that we attract whatever we choose to give our attention to -- whether wanted or unwanted. When we focus on what we want, we are more likely to attract it into our lives.

Unlike a long list of unrealistic New Year's resolutions that usually get broken before the end of January, small changes can create a ripple effect of another small change, followed by another. In other words, small changes can lead to other related changes. Next thing you know, you've generated an unstoppable tidal wave!

Ask yourself this question: What's one thing that, if you did consistently, would make the greatest positive difference in your life?

I asked a client (I'll call her Kate) this question a couple of years ago during a coaching call. Her initial response was that she wanted to start taking the train to work instead of driving her car in horrible rush-hour traffic. But Kate said she could not do that because she often needed the car to get to meetings during her workday. I asked her if there were other means of transportation available to her (subway, taxi, etc.) on days she had appointments that were not walking distance from her office.

Kate was not sure how it would work, but she was willing to commit to a one-month trial period. I spoke with her at the end of her first week. She recognized how this one change was already having a tremendous positive impact on her life. Over time, the impact grew larger. The ripple effect was doing its thing!

Here are some of the benefits Kate has experienced:

* Kate is able to sleep 30 minutes later each workday, since she actually gets to work quicker by taking the train.

* Kate has saved enough money in gas and parking fees to pay for her coaching sessions with me.

* Kate has time for her professional reading, which she does in the mornings on her way to work.

* Kate has time for pleasure reading on the way home. (She had not read a novel in years!)

* Because she has to catch the train home at a specific time, Kate leaves the office at a set time instead of staying for "just a few more minutes" (which was never just a few minutes!) to get caught up.

* Kate is conducting more business using technology (teleconference calls and webinars), which saves her a lot of time that she used to spend getting to and from meetings. Others appreciate this time savings, too!

* By leaving the driving to someone else, Kate's stress level is much lower when she gets home.

* Kate's reduced stress levels gives her added energy, and she now works out at a nearby health club a few times a week. (Before, she barely had the energy to crawl in the door of her home. Once she got there, she rarely ventured out at night.)

* Kate met a wonderful man at her train stop near her home, and they started dating last year. (They're still dating, and the future looks promising!)

I could keep listing the effects this one change has had on Kate's life. It's a perfect example of the ripple effect in action -- all of this by making one change, which led to another, and another.

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* Fear Not! - The Perfectionist's Credo

* March 4th . Time to March Forth

* To do or not to do - that is the question

* The Time Has Come.Just DO IT!

* First Things First

* Get Productive!

Copyright 2005 Kathy Paauw

Breeding Bucking Bulls With a Purpose

Breeding bucking bulls must be planned. Simply breeding cows and bulls at random will not produce the benefits that a well-organized, thoughtful breeding system can provide. Although this is not scientifically proven, here are some thoughts that I have on breeding bucking bulls.

Uniformity of the cow herd is often an unappreciated trait. If a cow herd varies greatly in size and conformation, so will your calves. Likewise, the nutritional needs of many cows will not be met. Before designing a breeding system, the conformation and the production records must be described in some form. Things to consider are genetics, conformation, athletic ability, and past production.

How did the cow's last calves buck? What was their temperament? What was their conformation? Examples: Does the cow have too much leather? Do her calves carry a lot (dewlap/sheath area)? What kind of temperament does she have? Is she too quiet? Do the calves spin flat? Do they get in the air with a lot of kick but no spin? What are the inherent traits that the bull seems to pass on? Some bulls produce a lot of spin. For example, the Plummers have always been known to pass on spin, but not necessarily a lot of kick.

The Mudslingers seem to produce a lot of kick, and also get in the air. This could be an example of a good cross, but not necessarily so at 100%. Remember, each animal is an individual and should be looked at in that way when we are breeding them. There are many successful breeders with many different thoughts on how it should be done. I am sure that if you visit with some of them, the successful ones will tell you that they have some kind of a plan as they breed their bulls to a particular cow.

Mobile Phone Deals in UK

Mobile phones have come a long way since the early days when rarely they were seen. Gradually they have come up with built-in cameras, polyphonic ring tones, and high-tech games. New "3G" technology mobile phones are also capable of downloading full motion video and high quality music. Also with the number of manufacturers increasing day by day, each one trying to create a brand name in the market. Relatively new mobile phone companies are taking advantage of increased mobile phone use by expanding their mobile phone offerings and plans world-wide.

In addition to being used as a method of wireless voice communication, mobile phones have started having computer functionalities as well. Prices for both hardware and software services have dropped increasingly over the last decade. Earlier there was incomplete coverage, fragmented networks making roaming difficult, inferior network technology, relatively high minimum monthly service charges. The rising competition between mobile phone companies have offered a wide range of service plans from pre-paid cards to high flat rate subscriptions today.

Now every individual is capable of owing a mobile phone. After mobile phones, the mobile accessories are most in demand such as mobile phone covers, screen-savers, mobile games and mobile ring tones. Nobody could imagine that the mobile phone would become the most significant consumer electronic device in history bigger than TV's even bigger than PC's. But that's exactly what's happening. Right now they are challenging the desktop PC as the single most important productivity and entertainment tool.

Effective Treatments For Mouth Herpes Outbreaks & Cold Sores

Oral herpes, which is also known as mouth herpes is the most common manifestation of the virus. Most people are familiar with the occasional "fever blister" or "canker sore". These little blisters and sores are often cast aside as a minor annoyance. A little over the counter ointment is dabbed onto them for the next few days until they disappear, and then as quickly as they appeared they are forgotten. In actuality, these are outbreaks of the herpes simplex one virus.

Some research has indicated that as many as 80% of all Americans are carriers of the virus that causes mouth herpes. The virus is easily transmitted between people by touching infected areas, which are not always visible, or by making contact with infected saliva. HSV-1 is usually contracted during childhood when it is difficult to stop curious children from touching other children and toys, as well as keeping them from putting unfamiliar objects into their mouths.

The herpes mouth virus causes outbreaks most frequently during the first few years after the initial contraction. From the moment that the first contraction of the virus occurs, the body starts to develop antibodies against the virus. Gradually the quantities of these antibodies increase and as this happens, the frequency of outbreaks decreases. For this reason, the blisters characteristic of mouth herpes are seen more often on children than adults. By the time most people who have HSV-1 reach adulthood, their body has developed enough antibodies to suppress nearly all potential outbreaks.

It is possible to contract mouth herpes as an adult, but it is uncommon. Many of the instances where this form of the virus was contracted in adulthood were as a result of oral sex. When this occurs, the person is usually infected with HSV-2, which is primarily found to be the virus which causes genital herpes. This herpes virus can be contracted orally and usually the oral outbreaks look and feel the same as outbreaks as a result of HSV-1.

When the virus affects the mouth herpes symptoms can be most often seen on the infected person's lips. Although the lips are the most common place for an outbreak to occur, not all oral outbreaks occur just in this location. Some extreme cases of outbreaks extend down the person's chin and neck. Other cases of herpes mouth have been known to affect the inside of the mouth, including the gums and inner cheeks. Blisters can also develop in a person's throat.

Because the blisters caused by oral herpes are often disregarded as actual viral outbreaks, most people choose to treat their blisters and sores with over the counter ointments and creams. When persistent cases of herpes mouth occur, doctors can prescribe stronger treatments in the forms of oral medications and in some cases, injections. Still other people choose to treat their symptoms by using natural methods such as taking vitamins A, C, and Zinc supplements, as well as incorporating higher amounts of lysine into their diet.

If you notice sores or blisters anywhere on your body, make sure you consult your physician right away. The earlier you begin treatment, the better off you will be.

Do I Have a Low Thyroid?

The thyroid gland is a butterfly shaped gland in your neck. It controls your rate of metabolism and has powerful effects in the functioning of your body. The effects of a low thyroid are felt in almost every part of your body because every cell in your body has a receptor on it's cell membrane for the thyroid hormones. So, everything you can think of that your body does, has a thyroid involvement.

The symptoms of low thyroid function, then, can be wide spread. The two most common symptoms are fatigue and depression. Since these are pretty general symptoms, low thyroid is often misdiagnosed as a female hormonal problem or a neurotransmitter serotonin problem.

The other symptoms that are classic for low thyroid are: loss of hair, hair thinning, dry rough skin, intolerance to cold, feeling abnormally cold, constipation, morning headaches, lack of motivation, low libido, and brain fog.

Not much fun.

The most common way to confirm the diagnosis of low thyroid or hypothyroid as it is called in the medical community, is an elevated TSH. TSH stands for thyroid stimulating hormone and is a hormone that is sent out from the brain to the thyroid to tell it to make thyroid hormones. So, if your thyroid is not working the way it should, and the amount of thyroid hormones being pumped out is low, the brain will increase the message to the thyroid gland and it will manifest as a high TSH. How high? Well, the standard lab ranges are.5-4.5, but I consider anything above 3 to be suspicious.

I actually saw a person with hardly any symptoms have a TSH of 128! So you can not always determine the severity of the hypothyroid by the symptoms.

The first step is diagnosis, the second step treatment. For most people, going to a doctor with the above symptoms will result in a blood test and a confirmation of low thyroid output. Because doctors are trained in a certain way, the treatment is almost certainly going to be.... thyroid hormone replacement. That is to say, if a hormone is low, add more hormone to the body.

While this can help alleviate symptoms, it often overlooks the reason the hormones are low in the first place. It is extremely useful to find a health care practitioner that is experienced in managing thyroid disorders. A person that can encourage the thyroid to make the thyroid hormones rather than just replace them.

However, some times the low thyroid state has gone on so long, the thyroid is incapable of producing more hormones because so much thyroid tissue is lost. Hormone replacement in this case makes a lot of sense.

Regardless of the therapy used to prove that the TSH- Thyroid-Brain hormone loop is normalized, it is important to realize that there are many other global effects of having a low thyroid.

One of the most important questions is:" how long after the appearance of symptoms did you get treated for a low thyroid? " The longer that period of time, the more degeneration has occurred and the more body systems you need to support. I talked with a woman this afternoon who told me that 15 years had elapsed before she got diagnosed and treated for low thyroid. Yikes!

The most important issue is to seek help if you have the symptoms I listed above and get the proper diagnosis. Treatment can range from thyroid hormone replacement, to iodine and selenium supplementation, thyroid glandular tissue supplement, homeopathic treatments or quieting down an overzealous immune system and improving liver, gut and brain function.

All have their place depending on the person, their symptoms and their lab tests.

Cold Mexican Salad

My wife, Cara, asked me to make up a batch of my Cold Mexican Salad, so I thought, while I was at it, I'd share the recipe with any of you out there that might want to try it for your dinner.

Now, for some reason, I like using Penne noodles in my salad. I use good cup to make fair quantity. You can try your salad with elbow macaroni, or maybe try the colorful garden twirls, if you prefer. Doesn't really matter. Bring the noodles to boil as you prepare other parts of your salad.

Mix up a Mexican sauce with the following ingredients:

2 Tbsp. chili powder 1 1/2 Tsp. paprika 1 Tsp. onion powder 3/4 Tsp. garlic powder 1 Dash red pepper

For the salad ingredients I use:

1 cup Penne pasta 1 lb hamburger, browned 2 whole New Mexico Green Chili Peppers, braised and peeled 2-3 slices of an onion - chopped 1/4 cup water 1 cup corn 1 cup peas 1 can 16 oz. black beans - very important about a cup of cherry tomatoes - cut into quarters 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/4 cup Ranch Dressing

Notice: I don't use salt when I cook, you might - so I would suggest no more than a 1/2 tsp. if you feel you really need it.

Brown the hamburger in a skillet. Add the chopped onions, peppers and a quarter cup of water once the hamburger is browned - you don't want softened onions and pepper by over cooking them since it's a cold salad, but you do want the onions and peppers to mix with the sauce. Add the sauce ingredients and mix well on a low heat.

While that's cooking, rinse in hot water the black beans, peas, and corn and let drain. I use the frozen peas and corn only because it's easier and I don't like the taste of the canned corn or peas. Fresh is ultimately better, but you know. Leave the mix in the strainer until your ready to drain the penne noodles.

When the noodles are done, pour them over the vegetables in the strainer. This will thaw any remaining frozen vegetable (if you used frozen). Add mixture to a large bowl with the cherry tomatoes (I use a storage container here so I can put the lid on and mix up the ingredients by shaking).

Finally I add Ranch Dressing to the mix - about a quarter cup, if you need to measure it. Stir and shake if you've got a container with a lid. Set the combined ingredients in the fridge for about two hours, or until thoroughly chilled. Makes about 4-6 one cup servings. Enjoy.