Business

Notes on Design Patents vs. Utility Patents

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An established new concept or realized invention potentially has future economic and commercial value. However, the potential financial returns of the invention may not be immediately realized by the concept developer (ie, the inventor). Due to the conversion of an abstract invention into a marketed product or service, it is important for an inventor to ensure that the ideas and rights related to the invention are protected for a defined period of time.

Article I, Section 8 of the United States Constitution provides that, to further the progress of science, inventors have “exclusive” rights to their respective discoveries. The US Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) is the government entity responsible for issuing patents in the United States.

A design patent protects various visual features of an article of manufacture and covers newly invented ornamental design. It protects the appearance of the invention and is comparatively cheaper and quicker to patent. A design patent does not directly protect the functional characteristics of an invention. Therefore, competitors can sometimes get away with changing the general appearance of a patent-protected product. By contrast, a utility patent protects the functional aspects of an invention. A single utility patent can protect many different variations of products, thus becoming cheaper in the long run.

However, a situation may arise where the invention has a unique function or structure associated with a unique ornamental design. In such a situation, adequate protection could be provided by a combination of design and utility patents. After due consultation with a patent attorney, applications for both patents and utility designs can be filed.

A design patent application mainly includes a specification and drawings incorporating the figures. The specification includes the preamble, figure descriptions, and sole claim. The drawings contain the essence of what the design patent protects. Therefore, drawings must be carefully drafted in accordance with the USPTO’s Manual of Patent Examination Procedures (“MPEP”). In addition, the drawings must indicate the features that the patent is intended to protect, which makes drawings derived from 3D models (using software such as Pro-Engineer, Solid Works, and CATIA) often useful.

A utility patent application, on the other hand, will include an abstract, the background of the invention, a summary of the invention, drawings, brief descriptions thereof, a detailed description of the preferred embodiment(s) ) of the invention and multiple claims.

Although there are conceptual differences between design patents and utility patents, the substantive processing of design and utility patent applications is similar, and both types of applications will face a novelty and obviousness test at the USPTO. This makes obtaining an opinion of patentability or infringement prior to filing very careful.

Infringement of a design or utility patent occurs when the exclusive rights granted to the owner of the patent are violated. Infringement of a design patent generally depends on whether the accused design and the patented designs are substantially the same. Infringement of a utility patent typically depends on whether the patent claims literally “read on” the charged invention or whether the differences between the charged and patented products are insubstantial.

Whether an invention is patentable and whether it is infringing are separate but related issues. An invention that conflicts with an enforceable patent will not be patentable, although an invention may not be patentable and not at risk of infringing another patent (for example, all the patents it covers might have expired). In the event that an inventor realizes that his product is probably not patentable, it may be wise to have an infringement opinion issued to make sure there are no patent trolls waiting on him.

Any inventor or aspiring entrepreneur who is contemplating acquiring patent protection, or wondering if it is necessary, should speak with a patent attorney who can take the necessary prophylactic steps to ensure that they are covered in either case.

Home Kitchen

5 factors to consider when buying kitchen faucets

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A kitchen faucet is a valve that helps control the release of water. Since time immemorial, a faucet has been a key design element in kitchen design. When buying the faucet, you need to take into account a number of factors, such as:

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There are two main handle options you can choose from: one handle and two handles. A single-handle faucet rotates directionally and gives you the ability to regulate the flow of water on the up and down motion. The handle also allows you to control the temperature with the side to side movement. The main advantage of a mixer tap is that it allows you to regulate the water with one hand.

A two-handle faucet, on the other hand, has two handles: one handle controls the flow of cold water and the other controls the flow of hot water. The great thing about a two-handle faucet is that it’s stylish to look at.

Mounting

Mounting options depend on your installation scenario and design layout. There are two ways to mount the faucets: on the deck and on the wall.

Wall mount faucets are mounted in a two hole configuration where one hole is for cold water and the other is for hot water.

Finish

Kitchen faucets come in different finishes, the main ones being: nickel, polished brass, chrome, oil rubbed bronze and stainless steel. The different finishes largely determine the price of the faucet.

peak height

The faucets have different spout heights. For example, there are those that have straight, short spouts, while others have long, arched spouts that are very tall. There are others that have a removable spout which is great for rinsing large or awkward dishes. All you need to do is choose the correct height for your application.

Accessories

To give your faucet a unique look, there are some kitchen faucets that come with accessories. Some of these accessories are: faucet handles, air chambers, side sprays, soap dispenser, hot and cold water dispensers. If you plan to personalize your faucets, you need to purchase an accessory that is ideal for you.

conclusion

These are some of the factors that you should take into account when buying kitchen faucets. When purchasing faucets, you should be cautious and buy only from a reputable seller. After purchasing the faucets, you need to ensure that they are installed by a qualified professional. This is to avoid damaging the wall and the faucet.

Auto

High quality parts perfect for maintaining and upgrading your old Ford Mustang now for sale

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Ford Mustang is not only one of Ford’s most successful cars, but one of the best cars in the industry. Equipped with powerful, durable and first caliber auto parts. This first pony car is destined to weather the toughest competitions in the industry. Since its conception in 1964, the Ford Mustang has never ceased to be a popular vehicle. Today, as the only pony car still in production and recently nominated for North American Car of the Year, the all-new 2005 Ford Mustang once again confirms Ford’s leadership in the industry and, of course, its renowned extraordinary qualities inside and out.

Previous models of the Ford Mustang especially attract the interest of many car enthusiasts. Now considered icons in the industry, these vehicles possess not only excellent driving skills, but also stunning beauty that never seems to fade with time. Ford Mustang prestige vehicles are indeed a great addition to priceless car collections. However, such extraordinary vehicles also deserve extraordinary care. They must be carefully maintained; therefore, they require owners who are capable of providing them with the care and attention they deserve. However, maintaining a classic Ford Mustang is not a big deal today, as there are thousands of auto parts stores catering to the needs of vintage, vintage and classic car enthusiasts. There are also numerous Ford Parts Online stores that specialize in providing OEM-quality Ford parts, including Ford Mustang Parts.

One of the most trusted online auto parts dealers is Ford Parts Discount. Housing a large line of Ford automotive products, this is your most ideal choice for your high-quality parts and Ford Mustang parts and other Ford parts needs. Auto parts available in this store include front bumper, Ford Grille, Ford AC Condenser, Ford Lights, Ford Radiator, Ford Mirror, Ford Hood and many other exterior and interior parts. This leading Ford Parts Online store can help you restore your old Ford Mustang and maintain its great features. Best of all, they’re priced similarly to used Ford parts, giving you the biggest savings possible.

performance parts like ford wheels, Ford Starters and Ford Alternators are also available here in case you want to increase the driving skills of your Ford Mustang. By upgrading your old Mustang with these auto parts offered at Ford Parts Discount, your old Ford Mustang can be well set up to return to the racing arena. On the other hand, accessories like Ford hubcaps, Ford spoiler and other Ford accessories can help you make your Ford Mustang much sportier and consequently make your ride more enjoyable.

It really doesn’t matter if you’re driving an old or a new vehicle because there are now so many ways to upgrade and customize your car. The most important thing is to know how to take care of it so that it works more efficiently and can serve you for a long time. Getting a quality replacement or aftermarket part is very important to always keep your vehicle in top driving condition, so why settle for less? Get your parts only from trusted dealers like Ford Parts Discount.

Digital Marketing

The Importance of Brand Messaging for a Successful Website Redesign

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I’m sure you landed on someone’s website and felt that something was just…wrong; or maybe you were suddenly turned off without even knowing why.

Most likely, you quickly clicked back to find a competitor’s website, where you felt more comfortable and secure.

Your visitors might feel the same way if you don’t pay attention to how you come across to your target audience.

This is why it is crucial to identify your brand style before redesigning your website.

In my final tea time tip: Marketing for Busy Entrepreneurs, I shared some critical factors to ensure your website redesign is a success so that people feel comfortable, excited, and engaged when they land on your site. You can see it here.

In this article, I’ll share 5 questions you need to answer to determine your company’s brand identity and create the most effective website possible.

1. What first impression do you want to give?

You have about five seconds to make a first impression. Key findings from a Google study showed that sites with low visual complexity and high prototypicity (how representative a design looks for a certain category of websites) were perceived as very attractive.

To summarize: keep it simple and clean.

One of our clients wanted us to create a website for his vintage collectible card business. They are live “rips” of old, unopened sports cards (working with this type of business was a first for us)!

The challenge was to make their website, which features a wide variety of sports cards from several decades, easy to navigate.

One of our solutions was to break down cards by year in the right navigation bar and highlight featured packs on the home page.

My advice to you: think hard about how you organize your home page. If visitors land on a cluttered and confusing page, their first impression will be overwhelming and they will be directed to one of your competitors.

2. How are you using colors, images and fonts?

You should follow your brand’s guideline when it comes to choosing design elements for your website.

If you don’t have a brand guide, it’s time to create one to identify your style and guide team members.

Of course, smaller businesses won’t have as big of a brand guide as corporations, but you need something to represent the visual elements of your website, or you’ll end up with a hodgepodge of elements that will confuse your visitors and sabotage their awareness of your website. Mark.

We want our brand to emanate and the style and design elements that we use in all of our marketing materials.

3. Are your images of high quality and do they offer purpose and meaning?

Every image you choose for your website tells a story. If you choose poorly lit photos or tacky stock footage, you’re giving people the wrong impression. They may see your business as cheap, lazy, and unprofessional.

Take the time to make images part of your brand identity. Define what you want your images to reflect and what should and should not appear on your website. Here are some examples I’ve seen in company trademark guidelines:

*Use neutral, subdued lighting images that show young professionals in a creative setting

* Avoid stock photos where people are looking directly at the camera

* Keep product-focused shots to a minimum; each photo must have at least one person in it

Choose the right photos to showcase your unique personality and style, whether you’re hiring a photographer or using stock photos.

There are so many different reasons why a small business owner might decide to rename a website: poor conversions and/or sales, confusing navigation, or an outdated design, to name a few.

However, it is essential to have solid reasoning, logic, and statistics behind rebranding your business. This guide will help you first understand whether or not you need to reinvent your business, and if you do, how to rebrand your website in the most effective way possible.

Read a complete 2019 guide to the website redesign process

4. Does your copy tell a compelling story?

The most important thing to remember when writing about your product or service is that it’s about THEM, not you. It’s your chance to show and tell customers about the benefits of using your product or service.

You can do this with:

* A captivating headline. Which article are you more likely to read: one that has the title “Write Better Blogs” or one that says “10 Surefire Ways to Write Blogs That Make Money?”

* Concise, yet informative and compelling copy. People get overwhelmed if they land on a website that has a novel on the home page.

Identify the style of the brand and then tell your story succinctly and with purpose: what are the benefits that your service offers? How can you help your target audience solve their problem?

Break copy into digestible paragraphs instead of long blocks of text.

* Avoid industry jargon. Write in the language of your customers. Avoid acronyms they won’t understand or overly technical language that only an expert would understand.

Also, stay away from overly-promising or fluffy claims (Guaranteed to change your life! Lose 10 pounds overnight). Remember, you only have a few seconds to make a first impression.

* Choose your CTAs wisely. Your CTA (call to action) is what your content is leading your customers towards. It is the action you want them to take. By using something like “Click here”, you are not showing your visitors what they will get.

Use “Reserve Your Spot Now” or “Start Your Journey Today” or whatever will resonate with your target audience.

5. How easy is it for people to connect with you?

Your contact page should be clearly visible in the top navigation bar, and if you have a physical location, you should embed a map on it along with directions to make it as easy as possible for people to find you.

Take a look at our contact navigation. We feature it on the top menu bar of every page of our site, plus we offer another option just above, which allows our customers to call us for fast and professional service.

Your social media icons should also be front and center so people can connect with you on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, Pinterest…whatever is relevant to you.

The more followers you gain, the more opportunities you have to engage your audience and generate leads and sales. Here are some tips on selling on social media.

The better you understand the importance of brand messaging, the more effective your website and business redesign will be. Ask yourself these important questions and seek the help of a professional website design company to launch the most compelling, engaging and successful website possible. You and your customers will be glad you did.

Relationship

paid sick leave

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Four out of ten workers do not have paid sick leave. This unique phenomenon has a great impact on public health. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has identified paid sick leave as one of the three most important ways to reduce the spread of illness in the community along with handwashing and proper food handling. Paid time off from work allows a person to seek medical care, recover from an injury or illness faster, and care for a sick child or adult family member without jeopardizing the family’s financial security.

Paid sick leave promotes better public health by eliminating the spread of disease when sick workers are at work. They are clearly less productive, make more mistakes and are unable to maintain high quality services. Research shows that the disease is frequently spread by workplace contact from worker to worker in all industries. This is particularly poignant in service industries, particularly food services, where both workers and customers are at risk. One in six Americans gets food-related illnesses resulting in 125,000 hospitalizations and 3,000 deaths each year. At least 20% of these cases can be traced back to a sick food worker.

Most people who don’t get paid sick leave work part-time or lower-paying jobs that don’t provide benefits. The short-term economic impact of time lost from work causes people to go to work when they are sick. They cannot afford to care for a sick child or take them to a health care provider. Children are more likely to come to school sick, leading to additional negative impacts on the health of the community. There is an economic and social impact on family income, children’s education and school performance. The CDC recommends keeping children home for 24 hours after their fever subsides to limit the spread of illness and allow adequate time for recovery. Research confirms that sick children get better faster with a parent present. Adults recover faster when they can access medical care and get adequate rest. Return to work in less time and more productive lives are the dividends.

Paid sick leave changes the dynamic in important ways. Promotes public health by slowing the spread of disease by keeping workers and businesses healthy. The return on investment by any metric is a positive economic and social benefit that far outweighs the alternative. Three municipalities have passed mandatory sick leave standards, including San Francisco, Milwaukee and the District of Columbia. After several years of experience with minimum sick leave standards, two-thirds of employers support them and tens of thousands of workers have benefited. Job growth has been enhanced in these same markets by implementing these benefit standards. National data shows that workers who have a sick leave benefit gain an average of 9 days a year, but only use it 2-3 days a year. The fear that the abuse of a sick leave benefit is simply unfounded. Companies that provide paid sick leave report higher morale, higher productivity, and fewer employees who actually come to work sick.

The lack of paid sick leave is a serious public health problem with many economic and social implications. There are many existing models for sick leave and its associated benefits. Policies that promote a better balance between work and personal health result in better employee morale, less turnover, and better public health.

Health Fitness

Four Hour Layover at Bangkok Airport – Things to Do at Bangkok Airport

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Bangkok airport is one of the major transit airports in Asia and many travelers find that they have to change planes here and have some free time.

Most flights through Bangkok airport have connecting flights scheduled fairly close, so you won’t have to wait long for your next flight. But you’ll still want to fill in the time, and if you only have a four-hour layover, there’s not enough time to get out of the airport and visit Bangkok.

So what can you do if you have a layover at Bangkok airport before changing to another international flight?

Well, the first thing is to make sure that you are registered for the onward flight and that your boarding passes have been issued. From then on, the time is yours, but here are some options available.

airline lounges

A First Class or Business Class passenger will have access to the VIP Lounge of their Airline. Most lounges are equipped with Internet access, have snacks and beverages available, and a few comfortable chairs for lounging.

If you have been flying for many hours, you may prefer to walk through Suvarnabhumi Airport, rather than sit in the airline lounge.

For those flying with Thai Airways, there are showers in all lounges and free 30-minute massages are also available. There’s nothing like freshening up after a long flight before continuing your journey.

Most airline lounges are closed between 00:00 and 06:00, so check availability before you go.

Payment VIP lounges

If you’re a member of Louis’ Tavern, there are several of these lounges dotted around the airport that you can use.

Louis Tavern Day Rooms

Louis’ Tavern also has dayrooms available in four hour minimum blocks. They are like a small motel room, with a bed and a shower, but located inside the airport. Louis’ Tavern’s dayrooms are a great option if you need a private spot.

Traditional Thai Massage

If you find that you need to release tension in your muscles, then why not while away the time with a traditional Thai massage at Chang Massage and Spa? A range of services are available, including a simple manicure or pedicure, neck and shoulder massage, or the most relaxing oil massage. The benefits of a Thai massage are recognized throughout the world, so go ahead, treat yourself.

Milkshake Ocean of Milk

Located in the center of Suvarnabhumi Airport is a fabulous piece of sculpture titled Churning of the Milk Ocean. It is designed after a story from Hindu folklore and is a great place to take a photo as a souvenir of your layover at Bangkok airport.

Shopping at Bangkok airport

Duty free shopping is never better than at Suvarnabhumi Airport and you can shop for fine Thai silk at Jim Thompson or something more exotic at one of the many on-site brand name stores.

Check before buying liquids that you are allowed to take them on your next flight, or you may lose them at the gate.

Eating

Choose Thai, Japanese or Western food, it’s up to you. There’s a huge selection of venues, from formal dining to casual settings, so you’re sure to find something to fit your budget. Just make sure you have some Thai baht with you as not all places accept credit cards.

reclining chairs

Arranged at strategic intervals are groups of reclining chairs where you can relax or take a nap. You may get lucky and find some available seats to while away the time.

Internet

Free internet is available at various points throughout the airport, with workstations set up for passenger use. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for limited periods before payment is required. Ask for a password at the information counters, located at the end of the contests.

Legal Law

Who is writing your narrative?

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We are living in turbulent times. The disease has been in the headlines for months on a global scale. We are bombarded with numbers, on a daily basis, of the number of infected and the number of dead. The media spread the mass graves that are being dug in South America. We also see four thousand five hundred trumpeters playing taps at the same time (in their own time zone) in honor of all those who have died during these difficult experiences.

How do you develop your story? What influences you when it comes to the stories you share, retell or embellish? How are you doing with the massive influx of news, each outlet vying for your attention and support? If you follow television, journalists and social networks, you cannot avoid overstimulation. They attack us like children in a classroom, all raising their hands and shouting “Pick me, pick me.”

Humans are sponges. From the moment of our birth we absorb information from our environment. We learn by experience. We observe how others respond to the situation and use that information to form our opinions and strategies for success.

The question we need to ask ourselves is, “Who is writing your narrative?” An actor is given a script to follow. They say the lines given to them. No matter what your opinion is in the real world, actors say what they’re told to say. The narrative on the screen is different from the narrative of one walking the streets.

Twelve-step programs have an important saying: “Take what you need and leave the rest.” There is a belief that emphasizes quantity over quality. The more information you have, the better the decision or action; not always true. If we are not selective in forming our own narratives, we face cognitive dissonance. Have you ever played tug of war when you were a child? Imagine that tension and effort in your mind.

Critical thinking is a skill set that is getting out of hand. We teach children to pass an exam. We have become a society where Pied Pipers lead groups. Unfortunately, if you know anything about the Pied Piper of Hamelin, he pulled rats out of a dock to drain them. Now is the time for individuation. We did it physically and evolutionarily when we were teenagers. We learned to go out into the world and survive.

We live in an age where adaptability is more important than strength. We are forced to filter through the smoke screens and find clarity. Culturally, we are working to develop new strategies for peaceful conflict resolution.

What does your narrative say about you? How are you crafting the story you want to tell and want to live? What impact does your narrative have on the world?

Lifestyle Fashion

How to apply eye makeup for stunning results

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In this article, you will learn how to apply eye makeup and get amazing results. As you probably know, your overall appearance can be greatly affected by how you apply eye makeup. Unfortunately, many women tend to overdo their makeup, especially when trying to create the smoky eye effect, and end up looking silly and even unattractive.

The key point to remember is that when you are learning how to apply eye makeup, you want to make sure that you are drawing attention to your eyes and not doing something that ends up taking the focus away. The basic purpose of all makeup is to enhance your overall appearance and this is especially important when it comes to applying eye makeup. The eye makeup tips in the following article will help you achieve it quickly and easily.

Both your skin tone and the color of your eyes will determine the eyeshadow colors that will work best for you. Knowing this makes it very important that you only select eyeshadow colors that draw attention to your eyes and complement your skin tone. If you have fair skin, then the best looking eye makeup colors will often be blues, silvers, and pinks. Conversely, women or girls with darker skin tones may find bronzes, browns, and greens to be the best eye makeup colors. Finally, the color of your eyes should also take into account what colors of eye shadow you decide to use. One of the easiest eye makeup tips to remember is that blue eyes generally look best with shades of blue, brown eyes prefer shades of brown, while women with green eyes should wear eye makeup with green undertones. When learning how to apply eye makeup, simple tips like the one above can make things a lot easier from the start.

A myth that circulates in many fashion and cosmetic magazines is that your eyeshadow should match your outfit and even your bag. Following this advice will usually make you look pretty goofy and should be avoided unless the color of the clothes you’re wearing really complements your eye color and skin tone. For example, you wouldn’t want to wear black eye makeup if you were wearing a black and white outfit. Another key point to remember is that your eye makeup’s job is to complement you, the person, and not what you’re wearing.

There’s an old saying that you may have heard before that “less is more.” When learning how to apply eye makeup, this should be a rule that you never forget. This will help you avoid the very common mistake many women and girls make of thinking that applying too much makeup to their eyes will make them look even more attractive. Yes, you do get the attention you seek, but it will be of a negative variety. Make sure your makeup does what it’s supposed to do, which is enhance your skin tone, eyelashes, and eye size rather than diminish these natural features.

When it comes to achieving a great effect with your eyeshadow, it is essential that you select three colors that complement each other and use different shades, namely light, medium and dark. Someone with fair skin should choose colors like silver for the light shade, light blue for the medium shade, and dark blue for the dark shade. Next, take the lightest color, for example silver, and apply it in an arc from the brow crease. Remember to apply this eye makeup very lightly so it doesn’t look cakey. Doing this procedure correctly will give your eyes a three-dimensional appearance as well as highlighting the arch of your brow.

A key component to achieving a three-dimensional look is using a dark color to create a shadow effect. It is important to keep this basic concept in mind when learning how to do eye makeup, as well as if you are looking for a three-dimensional effect. In our example, you would take the darkest color, in this case dark blue, and then apply it to the crease of each of your eyes. This will give you a layered effect.

Now we have to work on the eyelid. Again in our example, we would take our middle color which was light blue and apply it to the eyelid. This helps enhance your eyelid so when you blink it looks natural. Yet another tip is to apply the medium color very sparingly, as you don’t want the color to appear dark. Only use enough to draw attention to the lid. If you are having trouble with this step and find that it takes a lot for the color to work, it may mean that you are using poor quality eye makeup. Most good quality eyeshadow products contain more concentrated color pigments that will do the job in one or two applications at the most.

Blending may be the most important step in learning how to do eye makeup correctly, as it’s key to achieving the ideal effect for your efforts. Start by taking a cotton swab and slowly blend the edges of your eyeshadow. Resist the urge to use circular motions when blending, as this can cause smearing. Something you want to avoid at all costs. The effect you’re looking for is one that makes your eyeshadow look well blended, not smudged, with the result that your eyes pop.

Hopefully now you can see how easy it can be to get great eye makeup results if you use your common sense and take your time. So don’t be afraid to experiment and see which eye makeup colors and combinations give you the best effects. Just keep the eye makeup tips discussed in the previous article in mind when learning how to apply eye makeup for amazing results!

Pets

How to Own an Irish Wolfhound

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“However, noble descendant of the fierce father of fighting. You are playing tonight with my son by the fire.”
(Excerpt from The Hound of Heroes by William Dammarell)

One is not so much “owning” an Irish Wolfhound as being “owned by” an Irish Wolfhound. I am currently “owned” by two, and wouldn’t have it any other way. They are typical of their breed and are an endless source of fun and joy. Once you have been “owned” by a Wolfhound, you have been touched by a special magic and you will never be the same again. But be careful! They are addictive! You can’t stop at one!

I am an owner, not a breeder. The thought crossed my mind, but I had to be honest. He would be a lousy breeder. I could never give away any of my “puppy grandchildren”! Not for any amount of money!

“I will give you a dog that was procured in Ireland. He is huge limbed and to a follower equal to a man. Besides, he has the wit of a man and will bark at your enemies but never at your friends. He will see by the face of every man, whether ill-willed or well-disposed toward you, he will lay down his life for you.” (The Icelandic Saga of Njal; AD 970-1014)

I am now an experienced Irish Wolfhound “mom”. Much time and money has been invested in my “education” but now my furry children have me well trained. I do not claim to be an expert on Irish Wolfhounds and all I want to do is share what a wonderful thing it is to own one of these magnificent animals. You can laugh with me or laugh at me…nothing affects Irish Wolfhound owners…we are well trained you see!

If you’re one of the hundred who’s ever stopped me on the street to drool over one of my dogs and ask “where can I get one?” you might want to consider what you’d be getting. you DID get one. So let me start at the beginning…

So you want to adopt an Irish Wolfhound!

Years ago, when my husband and I first saw “Chewbacca” (the “Wookie” who traveled the universe with a young Harrison Ford in Star Wars), we looked at each other and said, “I want one of those!” Unfortunately, the Wookiee was a mythical creature and, as far as we know, no one was breeding them here on earth.

Then one day we came across a photo of an Irish Wolfhound, standing with his face to the wind. The resemblance was uncanny. “There’s our Wookie!” We cried simultaneously and, without any preparation, quickly decided to adopt one. Ah, those were our innocent days!

Irish Wolfhounds are noble animals; gentle giants, whose basic nature is that of your typical “couch”. They love their comfort as much as you do. They are perfect “babysitters” for your children and have the patience of a saint. However, having such a large dog comes with many responsibilities, as well as immense pleasures, as we would soon discover.

First there was the added expense of having to trade in our beloved Mercedes for a full-size four-wheel drive pickup to accommodate the dogs. Then came the repair of the sofa, although since there is no room for us on the sofa, I just cover the broken areas with a blanket and hope for the best. The fencing had to be reinforced, and I have lost count of the number of times my husband replaced the flywire on our screen doors. Our once soft suburban lawn (well, it used to be a lawn, not sure what you’d call it now), looks decidedly rustic. It actually looks like a horse paddock. As for my carpet and walls, well, let’s not get into that, but please don’t be offended if I never invite you over to my house.

I love my gentle giants, and who cares if they almost ruin the garden, the carpet, the walls, the sofa and almost bankrupt us with the food and vet bills; I couldn’t imagine life without them. They have many wonderful qualities that allow me to feel this way. They share all aspects of our lives and love nothing more than helping “mother” in the home office and “father” in the garden. In fact, our two Irish Wolfhounds have been very industrious this summer, helping Dad with the garden renovations. I think they are trying to build a pool on the side of the house. They must bother them so much when the father keeps filling it up again. They also play very well with our daughter. In particular, they like to sneak into her room at night and select a toy to play outside with. They never destroy toys. I always find them in perfect condition, if a bit damp and gross from experience.

Our initiation into Wolfhound parenting began with the adoption of Wookie, a gray male. (What else did you expect us to call it?) Our daughter was about two years old, so we felt like we had two babies to care for. Wookie was a real clown, and to describe him as clumsy would be putting it mildly. When Wookie was just six months old, we realized that sharing our little house with him was going to be a challenge. Wookiee’s tail could clear a table with a snap, and leaving food on the kitchen table invited trouble. Unlike other dogs, who can only smell delicious leftovers in the sink and dream about them, Wolfhounds can see them and reach for them.

Shortly after Wookie’s arrival, we find ourselves adopting a “rescue” dog. (Sadly, some people don’t research the requirements for owning one of this breed, only to realize later that they should have bought the Miniature Poodle.) Standing approximately 35 inches (90 cm) tall at the shoulder and weighing 78 kilos, she was, and is, a sight to behold. We assumed her age to be around three and decided to celebrate her “her birthday” with chocolate cake every St. Patrick’s Day. Wookie took a liking to her immediately, and although Guinny, as we decided to call her, sometimes found him a bit of a problem, she developed a fondness for him and the two became good friends.

Guinny, we discover, loves a good cup of coffee. Not the simple black things. She likes hers white with two sugars, and no, of course we don’t give our dog coffee! We don’t need to. She helps herself. I always know she’s been in my coffee from the telltale spills around the cup, or if I miss that (sometimes it’s wiped off to hide the evidence), I know she’s been there from the weird taste left in the cup.

Irish Wolfhounds are warm and affectionate with sensitive and gentle natures. I don’t know if I would recommend them as guard dogs, although owners can be sure that if attacked, their Wolfhounds will fight back to the death. The sheer size of these animals, combined with their deep, impressive barks, is probably enough to scare off most would-be burglars, but I don’t know if that would work in my house. I can only see it now. There they would be, standing by the fence, each with their own favorite toy held firmly in their powerful jaws. My two fearless defenders of hearth and home… “Don’t come in here or my bear will catch you!”

Owning an Irish Wolfhound is an honor. Being accepted and loved by one in return is truly a gift from God. My own furry children are an endless source of fun and companionship, and I haven’t even begun to scratch the surface of my experience. (Speaking of scratching…is that a flea?)

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350 cc implants – How big will my breasts be?

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One important thing to understand about this question is that 350cc breast implants can increase one woman’s breast size very differently than another. Since every woman’s body is unique, of course, breast implants, once placed, may have a different effect on you than some breast augmentation photo you may have found on the Internet. Only her plastic surgeon can adequately explain how this size of implant will specifically affect her breast. However, we can come to an estimate of how much an implant that size will increase her breast size based on a few important factors.

1) What is your current bra cup size?
2) Will the breast implant be placed over or under the muscle?
3) Will you be using a low or high profile implant?

Current bra size

For the first point of your current bra cup size, you can estimate a 350cc breast implant to increase your breast size by about 2 cups. As a very general rule of thumb, it is often considered that for every 175cc to 200cc of implant volume, a woman could experience approximately one bra cup size larger. So the 350 would fall in the low range of increasing her breast size by about two cups. If you currently wear an AA cup bra today, growing two cup sizes would be in the range of a C cup, for example.

Profile: Low, Moderate, High

The second factor mentioned of the profile of the implant is important, especially in regards to the width of your breasts. If you have a smaller bra band size, like 32 to 34 inches for example, a higher profile implant is usually used to achieve a C cup bra size. In general, the higher the profile, the smaller the width of the implant. For women with a bra band size of 36 to 38 inches, a lower profile is generally recommended.

Placement above or below

The final factor mentioned above relates to the placement of the implants. Most women choose to place the implant under the muscle. In this case, a slightly larger implant is needed to achieve the same result as an implant placed on the muscle. Many doctors suggest that the difference between the two locations can be as much as 15 to 20 percent. In other words, a 350cc implant under the muscle will likely be similar to a 300cc over the muscle due to the compression of the implant under the muscle.

Use of meters

A good way to estimate how your own body will be affected by implants is to use an implant sizing system. New systems available today allow you to try a wide variety of cup sizes before making your final decision.

In this case you may want to try a range of gauges from 300cc to 400cc in 50cc increments. Implant sizers, also known as trial implants, are designed to be worn outside the body but inside a bra. Similar in volume to a breast implant, the sizer will give you a good idea of ​​how these sizes will increase your bra size.

After trying implant sizes, you may like the look of a given implant size, for example, 400cc or 375cc. After showing your plastic surgeon the sizer in your breast size bra, they may suggest that you will need to use a larger implant size to achieve the same effect as the sizer. This could be especially true if the implant is placed under the muscle. Again, generally speaking, if you like a 400cc size, your surgeon might suggest using 15 to 20 percent more on actual implants to achieve a gauge-like appearance.

These are all rules of thumb, of course, and only you and your doctor can make the decision about how a specific implant, with a specific profile, will increase your cup size.