Open to US residents of legal drinking age. Limited to one entry per household. Entry deadline is Saturday November 11th, 2005 10pm Eastern Standard Time. Transportation to New York City, accommodations, collection of the Grand Prize basket and taxes are the sole responsibility of the winner. Winners will be contacted by e-mail.

If winners are unreachable, tickets will be awarded to the first winner of the drawings for second prize. Individuals, producers, associates and sponsors of RumFest are ineligible. Void where prohibited by law.About Cacha?a Fazenda Mae De Ouro Cacha?a Fazenda Mae De Ouro is an authentic Brazilian cacha?a, from the state of Minas Gerais, just northwest of Rio De Janeiro. Using sustainable agriculture, natural processing and a traditional copper still, Fazenda Mae De Ouro is hand crafted from just the heart of the distillation and aged in oak barrels for 1-2 years. An exceptionally rare spirit, fewer than 200 cases are produced per month, with each bottle being numbered by date and lot.

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On the first day of the festival we witnessed a teenager die from gunshot wounds to the neck and stomach. Many of the other sponsors pulled out, we remained and returned with full support. For us it is more than selling clothes it is about being a part of the community and helping to rebuild self esteem and character among a group who is in dire need of it.DJ came from the Imperial Courts Housing projects, better known as the PJ's. It was here in this notoriously dangerous environment that the desire to build businesses took root. DJ and three of his child hood friends swore to take what they learned in the streets and make it big someday and come and give back to their hood.

DJ remained true to his word and formed Blu Leaf Clothing, a company that will always have a true urban inspiration..

As bones lose calcium and other minerals, they become more fragile and porous. Osteoporosis is the cause of more than 1.5 million bone fractures each year. These fractures often lead to permanent changes in lifestyle. Calcium is a key ingredient in maintaining good bone health and slowing bone loss later in life.Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body. It plays two important roles.

First, it is an essential part of bone structure. Second, bone calcium serves as a reservoir that releases calcium to the body fluids when there is a drop in blood calcium concentration. Calcium in body fluids plays several important roles including maintaining normal blood pressure and nerve transmission.The establishment of recommended intakes for calcium isdifficult because absorption varies not only with age, but alsowith a person's vitamin D status, the calcium content of thediet, and calcium binders in foods. In general, calciumrecommendations are high for young people and for those over age 51 because calcium absorption declines with age.The current recommendations are: * Adolescents 1,300 milligrams per day (the equivalent of 4 glasses of milk)* Women and men (19-50) 1,000 milligrams per day* Women and men (51 years and older) 1,200 milligrams per dayTo get enough calcium, it is recommended that you eat at least three servings of calcium-rich foods daily. Dairy foods provide the greatest amount of calcium and the nutrients that help with its absorption.

Calcium fortified foods like fruit juice, breads, cereals, and breakfast bars can also help meet calcium needs.The final option is a calcium supplement. For best absorption choose products containing calcium citrate or calcium caltrate. Avoid calcium supplements with dolomite or bone meal. They may contain very small amounts of lead and other metals. In addition, avoid calcium-containing antacids that contain aluminum and magnesium hydroxide, which cause calcium loss.

Remember to drink plenty of fluids with calcium supplements to avoid constipation. Consider however before reaching for that supplement that the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research recommends foods as a source of calcium in preference to a supplement.In addition to calcium intake, weight-bearing exercise like walking, jogging and ballroom dancing helps keeps bones dense. No matter what your age, making choices to keep your bones healthy is the right decision.*** GET PRIVATE A CONSULTATION ***Dr. Morse and the rest of our team of specialists are available for one on one consultations here:http://www.SurgeryConcerns.com/front/pages/consult/AOL members click here.

Kids and adults have had a ball with this new use of 3-D. I interviewed a number of firms and chose Duquesa Marketing after one phone call and one meeting, they really understood the concept and the worldwide potential.Any swimming pool is a potential host for 3-D UG, Said Nancy Ficke, General Manager for Duquesa Marketing. Hotels, cruise ships and health clubs will have an opportunity to brand and decorate their pools with 3-D UG. Every home pool will be able to add series of artful poster like theme sets, coral reef life, fish collages, pirate ships, the list is endlesss.3-D is cool, and Jeff has discovered a really wonderful fresh application for the technology, said Geoff Ficke, President of Duquesa Marketing. In addition to a corporate program and art designs for home pool use, we anticipate a huge opportunity in NCAA, NFL, NASCAR and other affinity logos.

A really inexpensive, colorful way to dress up any home pool.It is anticipated the 3-D UG posters will be ready for market placement in the fall of 2006..

Roberts next book. BeanStock Publishing?Honest, truthful and frank, chock-full of emotion, pain and humor. Reader Barbara Puscas says, "Brian's World is one of the best written true stories I have ever read. Once you pick it up you can't put it down until you've read the whole book." Detselig Enterprises, Ltd?Interesting and Insightful, once started the reader is compelled to read the rest of the story. Stoddard Press?An interesting story worth telling.

New York reader?It touches the heart, a must read for everyone from 12 to 99.With Love From Heaven is a sequel to Catherine's first publication, Brian's World, published December 1999. With honesty, courage and faith the author moves towards spiritual maturity and comes to accept her bereavement in a way which allows her to maintain her sanity and renew her commitment to life.Death of a loved one is difficult for all of us, but how does on cope after the loss of a child? With Love From Heaven is a true story of the authors struggle to survive the loss of her son. The memoir recounts the anguish of a sometimes crazy, often heart-wrenching search for the strength and peace of mind to go on living after the death of her youngest child. The narrative deals in a very straightforward way with the age-old topic of life after death. Again and again signs are asked for, and proof sought and given, for the continued existence in the spirit world of a teenager who always sees the world through rose-colored glasses.

In Brian's World, we see the world through the eyes of a troubled young man who beats the odds to survive after years of peer pressures, teacher abuse and drugs. Just when her youngest child had finally turned his life from one of drugs and the streets, to becoming a productive member of the community the unthinkable happens. How does one cope after the loss of their child? Where does a mother turn after the loss of her child? In the sequel With Love From Heaven the author seeks answers to the age old question, "Is there life after death?" With Love From Heaven takes us on a journey filled with honesty, courage, and faith as the author moves toward spiritual maturity as she comes to accept her bereavement. The author takes us with her as she goes from her religious background to psychics while trying to maintain her sanity and renew her commitment to life. You'll laugh and you'll cry with the author as she searches for a way to reconnect with her youngest child.

You'll be empowered to read With Love From Heaven from cover to cover without taking a breath. Catherine A. Roberts was born in upstate New York the eldest of ten children. While growing up her Uncle died very unexpectedly at thirty-two. Once the funeral was over her uncle's name wasn't mentioned, only one photo on her grandmothers' wall reminded Catherine that he did exist.

Many years later when her own youngest child passed away Catherine was determined to find answers to the many questions that had haunted her all her life, ?what does happen when you die; where do you go in death; what is it like there; can you still see your loved ones'. Her youngest child had asked those very questions many times when he was growing up. Now she was determined to find the answers. Catherine did find the answers she was looking for and many more as she went from her religious beliefs to psychics in search of the truth. Today she is at peace with her sons death, though her life will never be the same again, she is able to live it one day at a time.

After much research, many tears and as much heart ache as joy, Catherine consoles other bereaved parents as they too ask the age-old questions, "Is there life after death; will I ever have a life again after the death of my child; and why my child." In With Love From Heaven Catherine takes us on her journey as she searches for answers and renews her commitment to life.. With Love From Heaven is available from Ingram Book Group, Baker & Taylor, and iUniverse, Inc. Publication date is Nov. 2003 in Trade Paperback????ISBN: 0-595-30434-6 158 pagesPrice $14.95 U.S. $20.95 CanadianTo order call: 1-877-823-9235For Author Interviews and Book Signings you can reach Catherine A.

Roberts at 1-866-573-5739With Love From HeavenEven Death Can't Separate Us from the Ones We LoveBy: Catherine A. Roberts.

Just simply drag and drop any of the support files to the iPod when mounted on your PC/Mac and there will be ready to use. Output can be directed to the VG-SD Video Glasses or to a connected TV. The included battery pack will provide power for the USB Host Media Player and is said to add a few more hours to your iPod also. The VG-SD World's Most Affordable Video Glasses" features a 35" virtual screen (from 2M far) and weighs only 120 g / 4.2 ounces.22Moo claims that this VIdeo System will be a "World's First" for non-video iPod owners.Pricing for the Video Glasses System is predicted to be sub-$350 USD.For owners of iPod Videos or any AV output enabled device, the VG-SD is avaliable to order now for $250 USD.For more information, please visit : www.22moo.com.au.

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Joseph Dello Russo says, "Weve learned that if you keep it at 40-50% relative humidity, and 68 to 73 degrees temperature, the atmosphere doesnt affect the result." But new research shows if the climate is off, the LASIK surgery might not have the best result. Its the first study to show that environmental factors like humidity and temperature can affect LASIK surgery results and result in a patient needing to come back for a touch-up procedure.The researchers reported that 15 and a half percent of their patients required a second procedure to fine tune their vision. The most significant factor was indoor humidity, but outdoor temperature and humidity two weeks before the surgery also played a role. More touch up surgeries were required during the humid summer months. The researchers also found that a 10 percent increase in treatment room humidity meant an additional nine out of every 100 patients required an enhancement procedure."The higher the humidity, the less the effect for the same amount of laser treatment.

The drier the cornea, the laser will have more effect," advises Dr Joseph Dello Russo.Additional moisture in the air may decrease the laser energy absorbed by the cornea. Also, some patients corneas may become more hydrated before the procedure, making it more difficult for the laser to remove tissue.While temperature and humidity are important factors according to this study in terms of who has to get at touch up procedure done, the ability of each individual to heal is the most important factor according to the surgeon with whom we spoke.Dr Joseph Dello Russo reports only a 3-5 percent touch up rate, which is lower than the studys findings. Thats good news for john, who sunglasses aside, is now going to be specs-free.Dr Joseph Dello RussoDello Russo Laser Visionhttp://www.dellorussolaservision.comNew Jersey1 North Washington AvenueBergenfield, New Jersey 07621Ph 201-384-7333Manhattan1755 York Ave. (at 92nd St.)New York, New York 10128Ph 212-722-9200Brooklyn100 Livingston St.Brooklyn, New York 11201Ph 800-EYE-CARE.

Besides, resveratrol is freely available in red wine and not patentable as such.

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Dr. Lawrence Stepanowicz is a Doctor of Naturopathy and writer on health topics. You can find more information on good health in practice at his website and blog, http://practicalhealth.net..

Since then, they have evolved greatly and contemporary aviator sunglasses are trendier and sleeker, with additional features like photo-chromatic lenses and gradient lenses.

Aviators are androgynous, meaning that both men and women can wear them. They are usually preferred in black and brown tinged lenses, but green, blue, gray, and violet lenses are also quite popular. They also come in a variety of frames, with gold plated frames being the most favored. The frame of these glasses is very lightweight and thin so as not to add to the overall weight.

Plastic frames are less expensive but do not look as dynamic. Aviator sunglasses may have one or two bridges over the nose to connect the two oval lenses.

Lenses of aviator sunglasses can be made of polycarbonate plastic or glass. Plastic reduces the weight of the lens, but glass is more scratch-resistant. The lenses not only block most of the sunrays from entering and harming the cornea, but they also block out harmful ultraviolet radiation.

Though the primary objective of the aviator sunglasses was something altogether different, today they are used mostly as a fashion accessory. Pop stars and movie stars throughout the ages have popularized aviator sunglasses. They are ideal for blocking out the sun on beaches, golf courses, and summer picnics. A good pair of aviator sunglasses does not create any optical distortion and provide healthy protection for eyes from intensely bright sunlight.

Aviator sunglasses generally cost upwards from $50 and the cost may go up to $100 or more depending on the brand manufacturing them.

Ray-Ban, Oakley, Dior, and all other popular brands have their own designs of aviator sunglasses. .

1- Before jumping into a LASIK procedure, it is important to know what to expect and how to pick the doctor who will perform the surgery for you. When you visit you eye care professional to discuss if this option is right for you, there will be some tests that need to be completed. These tests will let the doctor know if you are a candidate for the LASIK procedure and, if you are, how much tissue needs to be removed from your cornea to improve your vision.

2- When you enter the room where your procedure will take place you will see a recliner type chair. This is where you will be sitting for the surgery, so get comfortable. There will also be a large machine, with which the surgeon will perform the surgery.

This machine might look clumsy, but it is a precision piece of equipment.


3- The first thing that will happen is your eye will get a washed out with a numbing solution. The lid will then be held in an open position with special clamps to prevent blinking. Once the numbing solution has started to work, the surgeon will use the machines magnifying lens and a scalpel to cut a flap-like incision in the cornea.

4- The incision will allow the laser access to the tissues below the cornea that need to be removed. The tests that were performed during your initial visit to the eye doctor determined how much of this tissue was to be removed.

The machine that is in the room houses the laser and is attached to a computer.

5- The laser works based on pulses, when enough tissue is removed, the computer tells the laser to shut off. The surgeon then closes the flap of the cornea. That's it; your LASIK procedure is complete!

6- The surgeon does not use any sutures to close the incision on the cornea, instead a patch will be placed over the eye for protection during the healing process. You will end up looking like a pirate, but the patch will protect the cornea from the scratches and bumps of everyday life.

7- Most LASIK procedure patients return to work with in a couple of days and to normal everyday activities gradually over a couple of weeks. Be prepared to have blurry vision and sensitivity to light. These will both pass, and your vision will be as clear as it was with glasses or better. .