Black Tie

Medical Excerpt - Pain Medicine

I was reading this and as I sometimes have chronic pain waned to pass it on to others.

""When talking about painkillers, it’s important to understand the difference among products. There are four main types of oral analgesics that are available without a prescription: naproxen (brand name Aleve), ibuprofen (brand names Advil and Motrin), aspirin, and acetaminophen (brand name Tylenol).

Naproxen and ibuprofen work in the body the same and have the same side effects. Ibuprofen is typically taken every 6-8 hours; naproxen is taken every 12 hours. Aspirin works a little differently than ibuprofen and naproxen but has very similar side effects. The usual dose of aspirin is 500-1,000 mg every 4-6 hours. Acetaminophen works a little differently than naproxen and ibuprofen, has different side effects, and can be taken every 6-8 hours.

So, to answer my brother-in-law’s question… He could take his naproxen (Aleve) eight hours after taking ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) or he could take ibuprofen 12 hours after taking naproxen. However, if he was not getting adequate pain relief from ibuprofen within the eight-hour period, he could take acetaminophen (Tylenol). I advised him to stay within the recommended dosage for both medicines.

The bottom line for weekend warriors is that you cannot combineibuprofen and naproxen unless it is time for another dose of either medication. If you need additional pain relief, you can combine aspirin, naproxen, or ibuprofen with acetaminophen. However, do not take aspirin, naproxen, or ibuprofen within 8-12 hours of each other. Also, watch out for pain medications that might be included in combination products such as those used for cough and cold.""

http://www.safemedication.com/safemed/PharmacistsJournal/CanYouDoubleUponPainKillers.aspx

Author   Gina Ryan, PharmD, BPCS, CDE, 

Low Range First Soprano

http://www.library.yale.edu/cataloging/music/vocalrg.htm

middle C4 through F5

I like it though.

Team Spirit

Black Metallic Work Basket Sweater from WorkBasket Patterns

The first picture shows the long fringe.
This is a crochet stitch and the long 'western' style fringe which could pass for other fashion eras as well is attached just like the ends of a pillow or afghan when you add the fringe, instead you add it around the neckline. The cuffs are rib stitch and so is the hem, so the sweater looks finished.
H and J hooks. So, it doesn't take too long.

I don't have time to count out the stitches so rather than be entirely a disappointment as I can't find the workbasket I was eagerly looking for to not have to recount the stitches, I frequently design my own and do not write down the pattern until afterward. A free similar fun pattern. http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/92-6-a---cardigan-in-eskimo-and-puddel
This takes 1000 yds of bulky weight, I have success by doubling a worsted weight which is usually economical. My black sweater was made with glitter charcoal Red Heart. You can probably add 4 stitches, go down the needles one size to the  I and the 10 and not double the yarn.
http://www.garnstudio.com/lang/en/pattern.php?id=1681&lang=en

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 I believe I cast on 62 for hem and did ribbing in crochet and a H or I hook for 3 inches and 30 on the sleeve with crochet ribbing for 5 inches. The body is a shell crochet stitch for 16 inches at which you shape an underarm by decreasing to 46 stitches over 3 inches and letting the armhole area grow to a rise of 9 inches. The arms should measure a total of 22 inches including the ribbing and increase to 56 stitches evenly spaced after the ribbed beginning. The neckline is a wide U-neck to accommodate the fringe which is 10 inches long and is made from 20 inch strands held double. To create a wide U-neckline begin the U-neck in front at the same time you create the beginning of the armholes. Decrease 2 stitches until there will be 14 stitches left for the shoulder area. In the back make a high wide U-neck by decreasing 8 stitches at a time until there are about 14 stitches left for the shoulder seams beginning about 8 inches into the sleeve armhole shaping. You can finish the back neck with a row of single crochet if it is too low. Tie the fringe all across the front neckline. You can use your favorite shell stitch.

The needle size here is confusing, you need a J crochet hook US and a 10 or 10 1/2 knitting needle with bulky yarn.

I am going to Post a WorkBasket Sweater

I have a crocheted sweater with adorable long fringe that I used a workbasket pattern for. I  used black sparkle yarn, I believe it's a Herschnerr's color and yarn. It will take about 5 regular skiens or 2 1 lb skeins of worsted weight yarn and H-J crochet hooks. It has a ribbed hem with crocket edging around the neck and large fringes down the front.

Here is a fun page of older fashions, yet by blending a more modern fiber and color palette you won't look dated by spinning off from the patterns.
http://www.flickr.com/groups/fashionspast/pool/hollywoodplace/?view=lg

Sourced from eBay.
This photo is like my sweater but my sweater is closed in the front with cuff ribbing at the ends of the sleeves. It is a little dressy. This sells for $5000 on eBay!
Pictures of mine and helpful instructions coming soon. Sweater requires no knitting and no embellishments such as buttons, snaps or ribbon. Entirely yarn and crochet.

Do Not Smoke, No Smoking, E-Cigs - Get Your E-Cigs: Smoking Nightmares

How to Quit?

1. Don't rush. Don't mind if it takes two or three or even four years to accomplish.
2. Continue to smoke some but use a nicotine removing product at all times.
   2b. Live it up and smoke brands that are exciting this is your last smoking venture before you hang it    up and live better.
3. Nicorette. (regular flavor as it seems like real tobacco the best)
      3b. Live it up and try some cigarellos (cigars) between the gum, just smoke far less than you used      to.
4. Nourishment--vitamin supplements for your favorite ailment, like Niacin for cholesterol, Biotin for beauty, B6 for cellulite control, multi-vitamins for weight loss like one-a-day, gumie vitamins with zinc for colds--study, experiment.
5. Raw vegetables such as whole tomatoes, cucumbers, slaw, edamame ... .
6. Popsicles and ice.

Nicotine removing products include lava packed cartridges and filter tips. These typically last through several or a few cigarettes each.

Learn to collect ice trays in interesting shapes and make extra ice. Store it in a plastic cookie jar in the freezer. The trays can be used to make fruit drink ice cubes to spice up your beverages.

Make your own pudding frozen treats with boxed instant pudding. For a four serving pack use 3 cups of milk instead of two and for 6 servings use 4.5-5 cups of milk at least 1% fat is just right for this. This makes plenty of low calorie low fat treats for your money.