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For years now there has been a debate raging between scientists and psychologists and more importantly between men and women.  The question of whether we are inherently predisposed to cheat on our other half by our genetic make up or whether it is a subsidiary effect of our environment is widely known as part of the ‘nature vs nurture’ debate.The under laying question is; presented with the right opportunity would the average person succumb to their environment and cheat on their partner or would they regardless of circumstances refrain due to intrinsic human nature?When looking at illustrious public figures whose indiscretions of this kind are widely publicised we cant help but wonder whether they where always destined to cheat or was it merely due to the environment they where exposed to.  Is the high octane setting of money, casinos, expensive champagne and the every ready montage of fame hungry individuals available for casual sex natures over-ruling nemesis? OR is this view merely a convenient means of concealing the essence of human nature in some people, after all regular Joe soaps like you and I also cheat.Is it as simple as that if you come from a home where you have witnessed the longevity of marriage, you are more inclined to replicate this due to behavioural traits nurtured in you in your upbringing.Or do we cheat on our partners regardless of the environment we are exposed to because it is human nature to do so.  Just as we might cheat in other aspects of daily life.When considering all the dynamics involved in the debate you cant help but wonder where the issue of ‘free will’ comes in.  Is there a Tiger in all of us or is that just a convenient excuse for bad behaviour?

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All of us long for a loving mother. Many of you may feel like abandoned children, having grown up with mothers who did not cater to your needs properly. Therefore, you may be continually searching for nurturing from others. Some of you may even be mothers yourself, and are struggling with your duties as parents. Outside forces may easily distract you for caring for your children. However, when you look at the dove, you can gain insight into how to be a successful mother.

I have always loved birds, especially doves. I have a large tree in my backyard and oftentimes, there will be over a dozen doves sitting in that tree at one time. Although they have been known to perch on the window ledge and make nests in the bushes on the east side of my house directly outside my bedroom, I love to wake up in the morning to the sound of their cooing.

A few years ago, I noticed a mother dove had planted herself on top of the far corner post of my fence. As I went to investigate, I realized she had a nest on top of that post. She did not move for weeks. Finally, a little baby dove emerged and I watched curiously as that little one learned to fly. It took several days before it could fly successfully. The little bird took small steps to learn to fly, first mastering the bottom rung of my fence, then the top rung, and finally taking off across the yard; without the constant care of the mother dove, this tiny bird would not have been able to accomplish this feat.

Within the last week, another dove has settled into a new nest in my yard. The bird, quite industrious, made a nest in an abandoned hanging flower basket. Located right outside my back door on the patio, the basket hangs from a curved, inverted wrought iron hook attached to the east patio wall. Therefore, the hanging basket and makeshift bird’s nest protrudes approximately one foot from the wall and is situated about five feet in the air, safely tucked away from other intruders, such as cats or squirrels.

Since its discovery, I find myself quite drawn to watch and protect the bird. The mother bird rarely leaves the nest. It can sit for almost twenty-four hours without moving. It is amazing. When my yardmen appeared the other day to cut the grass, I gave strict instructions not to disturb the nest. The bird did fly off during all the commotion. However, within hours, she lovingly appeared again and took up her position over the small egg.

There are other birds in nature, such as mockingbirds and blue jays, who have built nests in my yard. However, no bird is ever as peaceful as the dove. Although mockingbirds sing beautifully, if you inadvertently get too close to their nests, they will dive bomb you incessantly. I have seen mockingbirds, and blue jays alike, attack many an animal that strayed too close to their young, including dogs, cats, squirrels and other birds.

However, the mothering instinctive behavior of the dove is more than just a force of nature. I believe the dove has true nurturing abilities. From my observations, I understand why the dove is considered the symbol of peace. Although I have walked very close to the nest, the bird simply flies away and does not attack. Furthermore, the bird returns despite any adversity. It simply waits patiently for things to change and calm down.

Furthermore, the dove has the additional patience of Job as it sits for hours and weeks, waiting for its egg to hatch. I have noticed the dove sit without moving during the cold, during severe wind, and during rain. Nothing seems to phase the bird from its mission of protecting its egg, not even the lack of food or shelter.

In today’s society, everything is rush, rush, rush. Many of us become frustrated and angry if things we want to happen in our lives do not occur almost instantaneously, as we are accustomed to things moving at this quick pace. If others get in your way, you may attack them until they leave you alone. You may want change now. You may be unhappy with your relationships, job, financial situation, health, or life.

In Matthew 6 of the Bible, we learn that the spirit of God takes care of every creature, no matter how small. The dove is secure with this knowledge and does not drift from its course of creating a new life. It is the ultimate mother, both nurturing and peaceful. It continues to wait unwearyingly for its egg to hatch.

Consider taking a lesson from the mother dove, bird of peace. Wait uncomplainingly for the new life you are birthing to come forth—the new life of spiritual ascension within you. No matter the cold attitudes of others, the winds of change, or the rain and storms of life, stay the course. Do not let others ruffle your feathers. Simply fly away from trouble and return to that place of peace when things have calmed down. Do not abandon your post and worry about other things. You will be taken care of by the spirit of God just as occurs with the dove. In doing so, you will be rewarded with a beautiful new life—a life that will allow you to soar high!

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How can it be that science values nature, isn’t that essentially the same as believing in fate? personally I believe it all comes down to nurture, but then the question is raised; how much of our nurture is a result of our nature? My line of thought may seem extremely wrong to some, but the fact is i’m just in denial, I refuse to accept that certain aspects in our current personalities were established the day we were conceieved. If one argues nature, that could be viewed as quite a racist view. Let me elaborate, the majority of North America firmly believes that Al qaeda are insane, whereas they obviously find our ways completely insane. If we believe in the Nature argument, doesn’t that also mean we think everyone from that geographic location is insane? We know they’re not, so obviously Nurture plays an extremely large role.

On the other hand, personalities would affect the jobs we take, certain jobs today were non existant when the first civillizations existed. Has our nature changed since then? I’d argue no, therefore I don’t believe we have been evolving mentally, or if we have, not in terms of our nature, our instinct. Honestly, my view is uncertain, i don’t know enough about the science involved in this, i am admittedly no scientist, though I once got an A in chemistry, suck it Peter Agre.

 I find it so strange that science seems to be advocating fate in a sense, it’s getting far too religious to my liking.

This debate honestly seems as unlikely to end as the debate for the existence of god and of course, more importantly, who stole the cookie from the cookie jar? Was it you?!Couldn’t be?

… Then WHO?!

19. Looking at the bigger picture
The Cabinet has drawn public attention to the growing social problem of baby dumping with its purported decree that those who cause the deaths of abandoned newborns could face the hangman’s rope. A retired Court of Appeal judge comments on the fr…

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‘Baby face’ of Coopersville grad Dennis Rutka leads to nickname, role in ‘Touchback’ movie
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Baby found dead in home
A four-month-old boy was pronounced dead by Pct. 4 Justice of the Peace Judge Vera Foreman Monday morning just after 8:43 a.m. Jacksonville Police Department Detective Sgt. Daniel Franklin said the incident, which occurred on the 1000 block of Border Street, is under investigation and names have not been released.

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Grave robberies mystify
It was very, very odd.Late last year, contractors working on the Conestoga Greenway Trail were walking through a secluded, wooded area just off South Duke Street, preparing to clear the recently opened path that runs along the Conestoga River.In a hidden area of the woods, they were surprised to fin…

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Arc Nature Coast seeks sponsors, bowlers for Bowl-A-Thon
Times staff Thursday, August 19, 2010 SPRING HILL Bowlers, sponsors needed for Arc event The Arc Nature Coast needs sponsors and bowlers for the 17th annual Bowl-A-Thon from 4 to 6 p.m. Sept. 11 at Spring Hill Lanes, 3447 Commercial Way. Team sponsorships are $150, and provide Bowl-A-Thon T-shirts for a team of five bowlers, individual and team awards, and food and beverages after bowling. Lane …

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Nurture. This word often conjures up images of a mother caring for her child, a nurse taking care of the needs of her patients or perhaps a gardener tending his plants. However, what is often overlooked is self-nurturance. Do you daily take quiet time to relax? How long has it been since you enjoyed a massage, a manicure or a day at the spa? If you have a partner, when was the last time you received special attention, such as having your hair brushed or head petted? Have you taken time to soak your body in warm water? Do you often stop and enjoy the beauty in nature?

Many of you were raised to be slaves and servants to others, being taught that taking care of your needs first is an act of selfishness. For those of you who chose this as one of your basic belief codes, you eventually found yourself literally working yourself to death to please family, friends and employers.

It is no wonder you don’t have time to nurture yourselves. After so much time and energy is spent taking care of everyone else, there is nothing left for you. Even those of you who do have the time, energy and financial resources to pamper yourselves may choose not to do so because of guilt, shame and unworthiness.

Have you taken time to look at the various reasons you place others’ needs before your own? Do you do these things out of obligation or to assuage guilt? Do you tend to the needs of others as a way to build your self-esteem? Are you trying to impress others with your acts of service? Do you need to be rewarded or recognized when you help others? Be honest and ask yourself why you place others’ needs before your own.  

Are you ready to start taking better care of your Self? Before you get out of bed in the morning, ask your body, “What do I need today to be full of energy and joy?” Once you learn to listen, you will find that your body will tell you exactly what it needs. Pay attention to your aches and pains; your body was designed with alarm systems to tell you when it needs food, water, exercise and rest.

Do you feel hot or cold? It takes a tremendous amount of energy to regulate body temperature. Wear the appropriate clothing, even if it is not fashionable. Are you overworking your muscles? Do less toil and take time to nurture your muscles with a massage or warm bath. Have you considered petting yourself and thanking your body? There are myriads of you who think it taboo to touch yourself in loving ways. Hundreds of you cannot even look at your body in a mirror when you are unclothed. How can you ever expect to love another when you are unable to appreciate your own physical vessel?

Develop a close, personal relationship with your body. Begin by gazing into your eyes while looking at your reflection in a mirror and telling yourself that you love you, that you are a wonderful person and that you are beautiful. Pay attention to your body each moment as you prepare to eat, asking your body what it needs. Listen to its responses. When you feel bloated, gassy, weak or tired, note what foods you have recently eaten and change your diet accordingly.

Take time to read labels on processed foods, most are filled with food preservatives that are extremely toxic. Many companies use additives such as corn syrup to addict you to their products. Other additives such as aspartame are foreign to the body; it doesn’t know how to assimilate them, so these toxins are stored the tissue of the cells. This is one reason why people who consume “diet foods” actually gain weight!

Take time to research the effects of amalgams used to repair dental cavities. Take time to review the effects of toxic substances such as pharmaceuticals and beauty products. There is an abundance of information available on how to prevent surgeries and cure cancers through diet and the use of herbs. 

It is time to take charge and realize that medical practitioners are not “gods;” they do not have all the answers. You may have heard joking remarks about doctors “practicing” medicine. Well, indeed, this is what they do. Have you ever wondered why they order so many tests? Making a diagnosis is a guessing game. Through testing, they “rule out” possible diagnoses and treat the patient for what appears to be a specific problem, many times prescribing medications that only exasperate the initial problem.

Each person’s body is unique; a myriad of problems have created this state of imbalance in the body, including thought forms that allowed the manifestation of the dis-ease in the first place. Take time to nurture yourself by spending time in nature. You will feel healthier, more vibrant, mentally alert and balanced, leaving you with the time, energy and desire to nurture yourself. Once you have taken care of your needs, then you can be of service to others in a more beneficial way.

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Neem is an herb that has been a great assert to human species since thousands of centuries. Neem is extremely useful to humans and this is the reason it is being worshiped in India and is considered as the place where Gods resides. It is said that no evil sprits dares to come near a neem tree and this is the reason neem is a part of every Indian house.

Neem has huge tree that attains a height of 40 to 50 feet. Leaves are small and of green color. Bark is brown in color with cracks on it. Its trunk is light brown to yellow in color from inside. The leaves are bitter to taste. Fruit is small and round in shape.

Age old science ayurveda has mentioned numerous benefits of neem. Each and every part of neem tree is being used and it has lots of health benefits. Below are the some of the benefits that neem possesses.

· Antiseptic and anti-microbial – it is the best agent to suppress any kind of infection that occurs in our body. The powerful action of neem does not let growth of any microbial as well as parasite to grow. This property of neem was known to ayurvedist in India thousands of years back. They used it extensively to provide cure to people so as to treat them from infections that was the major cause of death in those times. The compound knows as azadirachtin is the agent that provides the anti microbial as well as antiseptic properties to neem. Various researches conducted on neem has proved that azadirachtin is the compound that inhibits the growth to microbial and other organisms, even the insects. For this reason, neem is planted in every house in India as no insects propagate on it and no insects like mosquitoes roam around this tree. This act as a protection shield that save people from disease like malaria and filariasis. Some other compounds like salanin, meliantriol and nimbin also adds to the properties of the neem. It is also used in agricultural field for protecting the vegetation from pests.

· Arthritis – neem has a good power to act as anti-inflammatory agent and also relives from pain caused in the joints. It helps in reducing the swelling from the joint and also decreases the pain threshold that is caused in arthritis. It is preferred over other anti-inflammatory and analgesic agents like aspirin or ibuprofen as it does not cast any side effects of abdominal disturbances in our body. It has been proved scientifically that neem has an excellent effect in reducing the inflammation and decreasing the pain without having nay adverse effect on our gastrointestinal tract. As per the researches, the polysaccharides present in neem nurtures this property of reducing the inflammation in the joints.

· Oral care – neem has been extensively used in India to maintain the healthy oral cavity. It keeps our teeth and gums healthy and strong. Since prehistoric times neem twig (datun) has been used extensively to clean teeth and also preventing any kind of infection in oral cavity. It has now been scientifically proved that neem is helpful in preventing tooth decay and bleeding from gums.

· Diabetes – neem leaves are bitter in taste. This property of neem provides it to act as an anti-diabetic agent. It helps in stimulating pancreases to stimulate insulin production and also helps in proper absorption of nutrient and sugar in the body.

· Heart diseases – neem is very helpful in treating the heart related problems and also improve the circulation of blood in the body. The extracts of the neem leaves is highly recommended in reducing blood clotting, blood pressure, hyperlipidemia and heart ailments. Neem is also helpful in treating arrhythmia and angina.

· Skin related problems – neem is the best agent that is very useful in treating any kind of skin related problems. The main reason for occurrence of any skin ailments as per modern sciences is the infection. Neem, as stated earlier also is very beneficial and effective in suppressing any kind of infection n the body. As per ayurvedic view pint skin related ailments are caused due to aggravation of pitta dosha in the body. Neem is helpful in decreasing the pitta in the body, there by fading the skin problems. Neem can be used for oral use also as well as for local application on the skin problem.

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