First time in court....

Yesterday was my first hearing before a court since becoming a lawyer.

I represented juveniles while in law school, wrote briefs on behalf of clients for immigration clinic, and also participated in Innocence Project. I told myself that juvenile court was a lot worse, because at least dom rel orders are modifiable.

I mean, it has to be easier, right? RIGHT? (Right.)

So we get to the court yesterday morning all bright-eyed and bushy tailed. Wait for a couple of adoptions to go through. Then we go into the courtroom. First thing that struck me was there were no tables for plaintiff and defendant. Rather, they were pushed TOGETHER, so they would literally be staring each other in the eye.

So I turn to opposing counsel and ask if we can rearrange the furniture so that the benches are not pushed together. His reaction was something like this:

It proved to be fruitless anyway, because the judge hadn't taken TWO steps into the courtroom before stopping dead in his tracks and announcing that he couldn't hear the case because of a conflict. Apparently 4 out of the 5 judges in town have conflicts with opposing party in this case. The 5th is at Disney World. (Lucky duck.)

My almost-favorite part was when opposing counsel turned to his client and asked if the judge had represented him before (after the judge told him he had served as an ad litem attorney for his case). I looked at him exactly like he had looked at me....then slowly explained to both of them that attorneys ad litem represent CHILDREN (and the incapacitated which, given their sterling presence in the courtroom, maybe I can now see the rationale of asking him that question).

I say almost-favorite part because something even better happened. After all the conflicts were laid out before the court (and let me tell you, defendant is a WINNER), the bailiff looked at him, narrowed his eyes, and said "Oh yeah....I remember you now."

I NEED POPCORN. 

Can't wait til next week. I'm past the want-to-vomit stage and have moved into the realm of Jerry Springer court in which I have settled into the whatever-the fuck-craziness-is-going-to-pop-up-is-gonna-happen-and-I-might-as-well-enjoy-it stage. CHEERS.

Bananas, Cheese and Chocolate Is Dangerous Foods

Anyone who likes to eat bananas, cheese or chocolate? The food is often recommended for healthy consumption. Bananas contain lots of vitamin B and fiber to aid digestion. Chocolate can reduce stress, while the cheese contains calcium. But you know, not always healthy food is really healthy.

Chocolate, Banana & Cheese Make Difficult Sleep

Quoted from Genius Beauty, chocolate, bananas and cheese contain a lot of tyramine, a substance that can be toxic in adrenaline. Many consume all three will increase blood pressure and blood sugar levels. As a result, the muscles will experience a hyper-tonic and cause migraines. Therefore, avoid eating chocolate, banana or cheese before going to sleep.

Avoid Bananas The Causeway Gas Sprayed

Be careful with bananas imported from other countries or other regions. Bananas are usually harvested while still green and sprayed gas special order just in time to mature. The effects of the gas can stimulate excessive production of the hormone estrogen in women and androgen in men. As a result, children can experience early puberty, nerve disorders, irregular menstruation and having trouble sleeping.

Dark Chocolate is not Always Healthy

Many people are afraid of getting fat if you eat chocolate that is mixed with milk, dark chocolate so often been even more bitter taste. Unfortunately, dark chocolate containing 90 percent cocoa proved difficult to digest the body. To digest, the body will secrete enzymes artillery. Though the body is more easily digested when mixed with milk chocolate.

Chocolate is made ​​happy because it can stimulate the hormone serotonin. But if you lack too much chocolate cocoa even up to 90 percent of it can cause problems in the stomach and intestinal inflammation. In fact, there are people who suffered an overdose of chocolate, not happy to come by, but the stress and depression.

American Horror Story

American Horror Story is my favorite television show.  I don't watch much tv.   I prefer movies and books, but I look forward to American Horror Story with bated breath every year.  This year's horror story looks as beautifully dark and disturbing as those before it.  Here is a peek.

Cat Walk Wish

Cat Walk Wish Wishes are created for good things. Wishes are not meant to overcome envy. That's the lesson I learned when I was in high school. A kind of experience that no one would ever forget brought me to that conclusion. ENVY is one of the seven deadly sins. I can say it is the most deadly of all. Comparing is the symptom of envy; and envy itself is the disease. I studied in a private school. It was a good and ideal academy every child would like to be in. Teachers were great. They were patient in dealing with their students, and diligent in feeding the knowledge they would like to share to children. The buildings were also great. The ambiance is very pleasing. The field was full of green grass, and you often see students enjoying companionship and playing games to utilize time. I was always staring this attractive view from the window in the fourth floor of the main building. Well, like other schools in the whole world, folklores and urban legends exist to complete the ingredients of being an unforgettable alma mater. I remember that stairway in the old garden at the back of the main building of my school which we called "cat walk" - that thirty series of steps with an antiquely look at first glance. It was said that whoever climbs up that stairs with eyes closed counting from one to thirty and you got the thirty first-step, your wish will be granted after saying this chant four times: “Cat O Cat. I know you are here. Please grant me the wish I always wanted to get." I didn't actually believe in that lore. Only dumb people would accept it as true. [Click here to continue.]

The Terrible Pig Headed Specter of Pigman Bridge

While visiting Georgia this week,  I happened upon the delightful tale of  Pigman Bridge in Hawkensville, Georgia.  This particular story is about a bridge on Holland Road that has acquired the name Pigman Bridge.  Urban legends and ghost stories about this area abound.   It is a narrow stretch of road that meanders through tunnels and over bridges.  

The first story I heard about the bridge seems too fantastic to be true, but I've been proven wrong in my assumptions before, so who knows?  I found this tale on the Paranormal and Ghost Society web page.  According to this site,  there once was a rather unpleasant fellow who lived in this area.  He liked to cut off the heads of pigs and put them on spikes around his house to scare away strangers.  Some curious boys decided that the pigs weren't that scary and went exploring on his property.  They were also decapitated and their heads were mounted on spikes next to the pigs.  My guess is that this scared away all strangers after.  Of course, it didn't make the townspeople happy and they hunted the pigman down and killed him on Pigman Bridge.  His ghost still haunts the bridge today.  He has the body of a man and the head of a pig.

Another story is far more prevalent.  In this permutation of the tale,  an animal trainer from the circus lived in the area.  He specialized in training pigs.   He lived happily with his pigs until they went crazy and killed him by the bridge that bares his name.

Other tales describe a train wreck that killed over 40 people and left the bridge forever tainted by the blood of the innocents that died in the wreck.

Whatever its origin, many people who visit Pigman Bridge describe seeing the specter of a pigman roaming the shadowy night by the area.   Some people even describe being chased or harassed by this monstrous ghost.   I find this particular ghost story intriguing on two levels, first it is just an interesting story.  Mad pigmen roaming the night are always interesting.  Second,  this story resembles another piece of ghostly folklore I love.  It resembles crybaby bridge.  Stories of crybaby bridges appear in every state and almost every county.  One county in Alabama has two separate crybaby bridges that both have different legends.   Likewise,  Angola, New York also has a Pigman Road with a pigman ghost and so does Millington, Tennessee.   This particular phantom seems to know many lonely bridges.   Perhaps lonely pigmen haunt bridges all over the nation waiting for unfortunate souls to cross their paths.

Top 10 Things You Need to Know about Healthcare Reform

Are you (or someone you know) worried about how the upcoming Healthcare Reform will affect you?  I am!

 

Many people, especially entrepreneurs and those are that currently uninsured, are concerned about the upcoming Healthcare Reform. So to simplify the new requirements, Sherri Kindlmann of Inshpere Insurance Solutions gives 10 quick Tips about what you need to know about Healthcare Reform.

 

Tip 1:  Children may remain on their parent’s insurance policy up to age 26.

 

Tip 2:  2014 health plans cannot impose pre-existing condition exclusions.  

                       

Tip 3:  Annual limits on essential health benefits are prohibited.

 

Tip 4:  Premiums cannot be based on health status, claims experience, or gender.

 

Tip 5:  Insurers must accept everyone who applies for coverage during the 2014 ACA enrollment period.

 

Tip 6:  All private health insurance plans offered in the Marketplace will offer the same set of essential health benefits which include  emergency services, maternity and newborn care, mental health; prescription drugs, laboratory services, preventive and wellness services, Rehabilitative and habilitative services and devices, and pediatric services.

 

Tip 7:  Individuals must have health insurance coverage in 2014 or may have to pay a penalty.

 

Tip 8:  Private health insurance can be purchased on state-based insurance exchanges administered by a governmental agency or non-profit organization.

 

Tip 9:  Open enrollment begins on the Health Insurance Marketplace in October 2013for coverage beginning January 1, 2014.  The initial open enrollment period ends in March 2014.

 

Tip 10:  Middle-income people under age 65, who are not eligible for coverage through their employer, Medicaid, or Medicare, can apply for tax credit subsidies available through state-based exchanges. 

 

For more information about the Healthcare Reform, contact your local insurance agent or go to http://www.insphereis.com/skindlmann.

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Contributing author, Sherri Kindlmann, is a licensed insurance agent in the state of Georgia, representing Insphere Insurance Solutions.  For questions and complimentary health insurance consultation, contact Sherri at skindlmann@InsphereIS.com or 678-226-9266. IIS001391

Tips On Overcoming Problem Itching Vagina

Itching of the vagina caused by many things, one of which is a bacterial fungus. The fungal bacteria can be contracted through sexual intercourse multiple partners, urinate in a less hygienic, does not replace the pads on a regular basis, do not change underwear when it's damp, excess sugar in the body, allergic to antibiotics, a weak immune system and other forth.

There is also itching caused by an allergic reaction, but the probability is very small and rarely experienced by most women. Even so, the fungal bacteria should not be allowed to continue because it can grow in number and not only cause itching. In the case that is not treated immediately will cause as burning and accompanied by pleasant aroma. If carded and irritation, then it could be a bikini bottom area of ​​infection.

If signs of itching in the vagina has been attacked by fungi, in addition to itching, Miss V is also accompanied by the formation of a white fungus that is thick enough to stick to miss area V. Well, the fungus will continue to grow and cause itching, burning and foul smell.

Keeping it balanced PH is the main key to the fungus does not grow in the area miss V. Therefore, avoid using any soap when washing the vagina and it is recommended to wear a special soap with PH balance.

For cases that have severe itching, you should immediately contact your doctor does. But if the doctor is still a few hours ahead, then you can do the following:

DO

• Washing the vagina using a special soap with PH balance
• If soap is not available, can use boiled water betel leaf
• Changing underwear any signs of moisture. Do not let it get prolonged wet because the bacteria can be more and more in number.
• Avoid using the bandages too long. Change your pads every 3-4 hours.
• In the meantime, avoid all foods that can aggravate itching like seafood, eggs, chicken, and other things that can trigger allergies.

DON'T

• Use talc powder to relieve itching, because the powder would be the perfect medium for bacteria to breed mold.
• Use in tight pants and hot. Miss V need air to breathe and require considerable change.
• Scratch when it itches, as this will aggravate the condition.

Immediately contact your doctor immediately so that you can receive care and treatment through oral and gel / cream that can specifically address the fungal bacteria.