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Regarding Mike Schouten: A new bill would make it a crime to harm a fetus against a woman's will. What's wrong with that?
My letter published in the National Post on October 4, 2016:
It seems to me that if pro-choice people like Joyce Arthur can't support a sensible bill like C-225 (that protects a woman's choice to carry her pre-born child to term), it confirms one thing and one thing only: that is that they are not pro-choice at all, but rather pro-abortion. Hopefully, MPs can see this and vote accordingly. Blind ideology without common sense isn't useful or helpful. Especially for the women who would be protected by this bill.
Patricia Maloney, Ottawa.


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You know if you have a business, and it's going quite well, right? So you need to hire a new person, yeah? How would you go about that? Recruitment agency? Ask around a few friends to see if they know anyone? Scrutinise the CVs of several dozen hopefuls, and choose the one with the most appropriate skills for the job? Or throw open the doors to any dingbat who seeks fame and fortune, and bring in the cameras to watch?
Yeah. So apparently this year, the winner doesn't get a job with Lord Shugagh; they get £250,000 to sod off and leave him alone. Well, at least someone's learned something from the first 6 series. Thankfully, just the one person, though. It appears that the candidates haven't wasted their precious time in any kind of introspection, learning from the mistakes of Baggs & co, or developing basic social skills; instead they've been brushing up on their business jargon, giving 200% to buying cheap suits, and waking themselves up every morning with the mantra 'you are a success. Today, you will do great things. Even more wonderful than the things you did yesterday. You can only go up. The sky is, truly, your limit'.
And so, without further ado, we introduce the 16 Wonders of the Business World, who will be gracing our screens with their brilliance for the next couple of months.
Alex Bitrez Cabrel
Describes himself as 'Mr Realistic Guy', a previously unseen character in the unfolding drama in Shugagh Towers, and does not make mistakes. He says he loves being unpopular, and he says it in a voice that sounds like the little kid lying under the swing saying "I meant to fall off".
Prognosis: Meh. Massive feck up in week 3, and he's gone.
Jim Eastwood
The Northern Irish one. And yet, surprisingly, quite watchable. He claims to be "too good to be true", "more than anyone will ever need" and "too sweet to be wholesome". I'm thinking James from 2 series' ago; the one who peed himself in the boardroom and was so astounded to reach the interview stage that he basically sat there and gawped.
Prognosis: The kind of affable chap who'll fly under the radar for a good bit, before a spectacular attempt at project management proves him to be as capable of running a business as a frog is of performing a saxaphone recital of Beethoven's Fifth.
Melody Hossaini
Melody describes herself as "more than average", much like approximately 50% of us. She was once kidnapped, and has worked with the Dalai Lama.
Prognosis: Too competent to be interesting.
Edna Agbarha
Edna is a psychologist, who likes to 'unravel things' and speaks with weird hand gestures.
Prognosis: Smacked round the head with a banana in week 1, by Helen (of whom more presently), limps along for a few more weeks, until we all get bored of mocking the hand gestures, and is then sacrificed to keep someone more entertaining in.
Susan Ma
Describes herself as easily amused.
Prognosis: none.
Ellie Reed
A girl who describes herself as 'nice', and knows quite a lot about the things she doesn't like (dole dossers, people who don't give a million percent, etc.), Ellie is the one you don't want to get stuck next to at a dinner party. She says she admits to mistakes, though, which is a new thing for The Apprentice.
Prognosis: One of those ones who goes out around week 4, and no one really notices.
Leon Doyle
Kind of looks like an oil painting, and once fell out of a tree; Leon is a fast food marketing entrepeneur, which doesnt sound to me like an actual Thing. Seems to be a mixture of Rupert Everett and someone that you can't quite put your finger on. He hates 'gimicky salesmen who believe they can sell ice to Eskimos', because "they probably can't", and also, "why would Eskimos buy ice?" Because, like, they've got ice all around them, so they could just go and get that for free, and not have to buy it. Also, he COULD beat everyone else to a pulp if he wanted to, but he doesn't really want to.
Prognosis: I'm either going to love him or hate him. I cannot yet tell.
Felicity Jackson
A soap fan and actress who looks a little like Lorraine from two series' ago. Felicity likes to turn negatives into positives, and gives 110%, which is more than 100% and not as much as 200%, because she reserves 200% for things that make all the money for her.
Prognosis: Coming soon to a Channel 5 talk show near you. Most likely to cry in the boardroom.
Helen Louise Milligan
Absolutely terrifying woman, who changed career from 'law' to 'waitress' and will make you believe that that was an excellent thing to do. I cannot emphasise enough how scary she is. Money is the most important thing to her, and she hates people who don't work 24/7. At least Debra Barr was sometimes funny.
Prognosis: May force the quarter of a million quid from the wounded, dying Lord Shugagh's clenched fist, take out Nick and Karren with a couple of swift stilletto swipes, and run, screaming, across the table and into the first stage of her plan for world domination.
Natasha Scribbins
Describes herself as being like a switch. She knows when to turn it up, and when to turn it down. When she's not modelling her life on a Bucks Fizz song, she manipulates people.
Prognosis: The one who lasts waaaaaaay longer than she should.
Vincent Disneur
A fine example of what professional make up artists can do. In the interview, sports a beige moustache that a 14-year-old boy would be proud of; in the official photo he's upgraded to flicked-out hair, a valiant-but-not-quite-there try at (presumably) a sexy sneer, and darkened facial hair. He descibes himself as 'best of breed' and claims he's been "shortlisted as sales personality of the year". Which breed, and by whom, we are, respectively, not told.
"I'm not easily intimidated," he claims, before pausing slightly, going a bit quieter, looking at the floor, and repeating "um... not easily intimidated".
Prognosis: An early scapegoat, we won't get to see as much of him as we might like. Ultimately, this is probably a good thing.
Edward Hunter
A definite candidate for the new Pantsman, I can almost guarantee you that Edward Hunter will, if he gets that far, make a massive, hilarious error of judgement in The One Where They Have To Make An Advert, causing a diplomatic crisis and forcing the BBC to broadcast an apology. Aged 14, he subcontracted his paper round to the local 10-year-olds; he claims his first job was as a gardener, aged 12. Presumably this means he earned his pocket money by mowing the lawn. He accidentally fell into finance, and now wants out.
Prognosis: The irritating one who's not cringeable enough to care about keeping him in, but not incompetent enough to be fired.
Tom Pellereau
A geek who loves starting companies, Tom says that if a team goes bad, it's the leader's fault.
Prognosis: the team will go bad, and he'll be gone. Probably in week 1.
Zoe Beresford
The most interesting thing about her is that when she was 12, she fell off a horse.
Prognosis: Another early sacrifice.
Gavin Winstanley
You know those motivational books that tell you that you need to build your self-confidence by standing in front of a mirror and reciting "I am an intelligent person, with interesting things to say" for 5 minutes every morning? Gavin Winstanley talks like that. He may be this year's Alex Epstein.
Prognosis: May self-combust in week 1, or, by a twist of fluke, be on the winning team for several weeks, until he dies a glorious, monumental Apprentice death.
Glenn Ward
Despite looking like a jellied eel seller, got a 1st at uni. Took apart a computer, and rebuilt it, aged 8. "Pretty great".
Prognosis: Will go down in a blaze of unglory.
And there you have it, folks. The Apprentice returns to our screens next Tuesday & Wednesday at 9pm, on BBC1. If I don't speak to you before then, see you some time next week, once I've had a chance to watch both episodes.
Thursday, 5 May 2011
The Apprentice Series 7: Meet The Candidates
Posted by Sharon Gilmore at 22:48
Labels: The Apprentice
3 comments:
- bresker said...
A new series so soon?
I may have to illegally source a download of this.
Australians have 'The Biggest Loser' and a souped-up, bells-and-whistles version of 'Masterchef' but NO APPRENTICE! What are they thinking?
Thank you for the write up, I look forward to later episodes lived through your pen
- 6 May 2011 at 01:38
- whynotsmile said...
I keep forgetting you emigrated. You kept it low key.
- 6 May 2011 at 11:21
- bresker said...
I sneaked out.
Turns out Aussie TV DOES have the UK Apprentice - but in a cruel twist they are a year behind and are currently showing last year's series. At midnight.
- 22 May 2011 at 19:38
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Paying more attention to light is perhaps the single most important step you can take to improve your photography. With many landscapes, having good natural lighting can even be more important than the choice of subject itself. Different types of natural light can also produce a wide variety of subject appearances — even though these all have the same light source. Learn how to achieve the right light for your subject by utilizing the unique qualities of your particular time of day and weather.
Three factors influence how natural light renders a subject: time of day, camera direction and weather. In this article, we will explore time of day under clear skies, and what effects it may have on your images.
Even though all natural light originates from the sun, a subject's illumination is actually comprised of several components:
- Direct Sunlight (warmer, high contrast)
- Diffuse Skylight (cooler, low contrast)
- Bounced Light (has qualities of reflecting object)
Depending on the time of day, the relative amount of each component changes — resulting in an overall illumination with a different white balance or contrast. We'll start with astronomical high noon (when the sun is at its highest), then see what happens as the day progresses to sunset (or reverses to sunrise).
Midday lighting is primarily comprised of direct, downward sunlight. Such light has little chance to scatter and diffuse through the atmosphere, or to bounce off the ground and illuminate the subject indirectly. This results in the hardest and most neutrally-coloured lighting of any time of day, and is typically the least desirable type of natural light.
Due to these drawbacks, too often photographers put their camera away — potentially missing unique opportunities. For example, water may appear more transparent, since light penetrates deeper and direct reflections off the surface are less likely. Alternatively, other types of photographs are more about capturing a particular event, as opposed to achieving an image with optimal lighting.
Overcoming Unique Challenges. Be aware that colour saturation is typically lower, and that downward shadows generally don't produce flattering portraits, or make other subjects appear as three-dimensional. Many photographers encourage liberal use of polarizing filters to manage contrast, since this is often when they're most impactful, but at this time these can also more easily make the sky appear unnaturally dark and blue. If shadows appear too harsh and colours aren't sufficiently saturated, try converting to black and white, since these may even benefit from the high contrast of midday light.
Evening and mid-morning light becomes slightly warmer, and begins to cast noticeable shadows. Since direct light now originates from an upper side, subjects often appear much more three dimensional. Such lighting is usually much more predictable than sunsets and sunrises, primarily because this time is less dependent on the effect of surrounding mountains, or the location of the cloud line.
Overcoming Unique Challenges. Mid-evening and morning has perhaps the most compromised lighting: it's not as neutrally coloured as during midday, but also not as warm or intense as a sunset. It's also less harsh and originates from a better angle than during midday, but also isn't as soft and diffuse as during twilight or overcast lighting. These qualities make it a good all-around time of day for photography, but also run the risk of making photos appear too ordinary, since one cannot use any uniquely exaggerated lighting traits to emphasize particular features in their subject.
The hour just before sunset and just after sunrise (the "golden hour") is typically regarded as having the most desirable light for photography. This is characterized by horizontal light that casts long shadows and gives subjects a warm glow.
Sunsets and sunrises make for exciting and highly varied lighting, primarily because these are heavily influenced by subtleties in the weather. Clouds are rendered using sunlight which reflects off them from underneath — as opposed to sunlight which has diffused through them from above — potentially causing the sky to light up with a soft, warm light.
Overcoming Unique Challenges. Sunsets and sunrises are often spectacularly vibrant in person, but this isn't always translated well into an image. Make sure that your camera's auto white balance doesn't counteract an otherwise warm-looking scene, or that the colour saturation isn't overly conservative to minimize the risk of colour clipping. Ironically, when the lighting is most dramatic is also when your camera is most likely to make an error with its exposure; try to take several photos, or use partial or spot metering just in case.
Sunrise vs. Sunset. Although sunsets and sunrises are in theory identical, weather patterns can cause these to be consistently different, so many photographers prefer one over the other. Some find that they're more prepared to photograph during sunset over sunrise, because light quality builds steadily prior to a sunset — whereas with sunrises, the light often starts at its best and gradually fades. In addition, being awake and on-location for a sunrise is often impractical in the summer months. On the other hand, sunrise photography is usually void of potentially distracting crowds, and more often has a low-laying mist and dew on foliage. Sunrises often also have a calm, quiescent quality — particularly with scenes involving water — that isn't present during sunsets.
Twilight, dawn and dusk typically describe the half hour before sunrise or after sunset — when the sky is still bright but there's no longer any direct sunlight. The primary source of light effectively becomes the entire sky, with one side appearing warm and reddish and the other becoming a cool blue or purple. This can produce wonderfully soft, multicolour lighting that gives a calm, peaceful mood to subjects.
Overcoming Unique Challenges. Perhaps the biggest disadvantages are the lack of contrast and ambient light. Hand-held shots are therefore rarely possible, and achieving a sufficient sense of depth may require more attention to composition. Cameras also often over-expose twilight scenes when using automatic exposures — potentially washing out the otherwise delicate colours — since twilight almost never contains any fully white objects.
Alpenglow. If you're lucky, a phenomenon called "alpenglow" may appear as a red or pinkish glow in the sky furthest from the setting sun, but it's never a guarantee. Alpenglow can be a helpful effect for extending a sky's warmth well beyond sunset.
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"We were known has Kunj and Twinkle, But now we have become Jasmine and Sidhant" Episode 1
"We were known has Kunj and Twinkle, But now we have become Jasmine and Sidhant" Episode 1
Hey guys Nusz is back aha with another Fan-Fiction of Twinj aka Sidmin (From Cad raised in England). This story will be very different than the actual track!! But everything will be based on a love track in my style… I have written many Fan-Fictions and people enjoyed it a lot so I wanted to give a try out for Twinj because I am big fan of them xx. I also love Tiwraj. Well I hope you will enjoy episode one today. I will try to make this Fan-Fiction longer I guess well it depends anyways if people like it I will continue aha xx.
20 years later in Mumbai
At a beautiful Temple aha
A woman at the temple start telling people a story and everyone thinks she is crazy. But this woman is someone who knew a couple who loved each other dearly. But nobody believed her at all. She still told everyone that they will return again and make this world peaceful with true love.
"They're born again and will unite together and I will wait for that day to happen"
Everyone was confused and just walked away from the lady who was sitting near the God's place.
"Okay don't believe me… But I promise you that this time they will shine together"
A girl is running across the road but her sandal rips and she holds it on her hand. She was wearing a beautiful blue short dress with brown long boots on. She let her hair out while holding on her phone at the same time.
Girl: Oh god this slipper had to rip at the wrong time.
All of a sudden her friend was running after her and was really tired at the same time.
Roshni: What the hell why are you running so fast?
Girl: I want to go shopping that's why
Nia: You're very inpatient
Girl: Hey Jasmine Bhasin isn't patient when it comes to shopping
Nia: Okay but first we need to go the temple
Jasmine: Why the temple? I don't want to go there
Nia: I need to give something to my Aunt remember I told you earlier?
Jasmine: Why the hell does your aunt always want to meet you at the temple?
Nia: Because she thinks I am spoiled and don't do religious things because of you
Jasmine: Oh so this is my fault too?
Nia: Oh Jasmine don't waste my time and let's go the temple just for today only please
Jasmine: But what about the others? Why won't find us now and also my sandal ripped
Nia: How did you rip your sandal?
Jasmine: When we were running remember?
Nia: Excuse me Madam; you were the one running for some reason not me
Jasmine: I don't know I just feel like I know this place for ages… It feels like I am connected to this place.
Nia: Okay you have lost it… Anyways I just text the others they will meet us outside the temple
Jasmine: Okay then let's getting going because I really need to buy new dresses for the party tonight
Nia: Okay Baba let's go
Gupta Mansion
A guy is coming out of the shower and puts loud music on. He starts singing and playing his guitar at the same time. He quickly finds and outfit and wears it so he can go out with his friends. Then he hears his mom knocking his door.
Deepika: Are you ready yet?
The guy opens the door and hugs his mom.
Guy: Good morning Ma
Deepika: Good morning Ma? It's good afternoon
Guy: Oh I knew that
Deepika: When will you become a good and responsible person?
Siddhant: Ma I am Siddhant Gupta and only in college right now
Deepika: And you're finishing college within in four months
Siddhant: Okay I understand but today is my friend's birthday
Deepika: You always make excuses to leave the house
Siddhant: Okay Ma just for tonight I promise
Deepika: When will you be back home?
Siddhant: Before eleven I promise this time
Deepika: You say that every time
Siddhant: Okay ask Bebe
Deepika: She's not home
Siddhant: Where did Bebe go?
Deepika: She went out to meet her friends this morning
Siddhant: Oh I see only she can meet her friends and I can't
Deepika: You're a young guy who needs to work with his dad for the business
Siddhant: I will I promise but now can I do
Deepika: Okay but first have this Ladoo before you leave
Siddhant then gets flashbacks but they're blurry. Siddhant sees someone giving him Ladoo and he smiles seeing this…
Siddhant: What was that?
Deepika: Is everything okay Siddhant?
Siddhant: Yea everything is fine, I just saw something
Deepika: You see something every time
Siddhant: I don't know why but I feel like something was left out of the my previous life
Deepika: Okay Siddhant no more talking
Siddhant: Alright Ma, I am going out now! So see you later
Deepika: Wait Siddhant!!
Siddhant: I almost forgot the best part
Deepika: Huh?
Siddhant quickly kisses his mother on the forehead and takes the Ladoo and leaves the place.
Siddhant sees his friends in the car and goes inside and leaves with them
At the temple
Nia and Jasmine enter the temple. Jasmine gets confused by seeing this place.
Jasmine: Nia
Nia: What's wrong Jasmine?
Jasmine: I feel like I came here before
Nia: You came here before? You haven't even entered a temple before
Jasmine: I know that's the point but this place feels like
Nia: Okay stop with your little boring talks
Jasmine: No I am not joking
Nia: Okay Jasmine I need to give this to the priest and I will be right back
Jasmine: Yea sure I will stay here
Jasmine stand near the god's place and sees the winding blowing heavily while the bells are ringing.
Jasmine: I think today is a bad weather but I saw it was sunny the whole day
"Outside the Temple"
There Sidhant and his friend are hearing music and singing while the car tire punctures.
Ravi: Great now the tire punctured
Sidhant: It's your car not mines
Ravi: Wait I will call Shravan to come pick us up
Sidhant: No need his is already waiting for us
Ravi: I know but it's already three because of you
Sidhant: Oh now that's my fault
Ravi: Okay Sidhant I will go get a tire from that store
Sidhant: I will call my mom to send a car instead
Ravi: You know I can do that too
Sidhant: Then do it smarty pants
Ravi: But I think getting a tire is better
Sidhant: Okay you do that, I will go the temple
Ravi: Temple?
Sidhant: I promised my Ma that I will one day
Ravi: Okay hurry up
Sidhant: Yea you carry on
Ravi: I am not your slave
Sidhant: I am joking I love you
Ravi: I am not Gay either
Sidhant: I know that you idiot
Ravi then leaves the get a tire from that store nearby the temple while Sidhant runs up the temple.
"At the temple"
A lady is speaking again
"They going to meet today I can feel it… and it will be at the same temple they met 20 years back"
The woman starts dancing in happiness
"Love will start again and will be given a new name… Oh god please tell me who is it"
Jasmine hair starts blowing and Sidhant is running up the stairs while the song Sanam Teri Kasam plays.
Tune plays
Jasmine: Why is the wind blowing all of a sudden and where the hell did Nia and all the people go? I think they're on the other side…
While Jasmine was walking a flower falls on her head
"Betahasha dil ne Tujhko hi chaaha hai Har duaa mein maine Tujhko hi maanga hai"
Jasmine: This flower means good luck right?
Then she gets blurry images of her past
*Flashback 20 years back*
A guy and girl entered a temple and held hands together. They were named Kunj and Twinkle.
Kunj: Twinkle you know something?
Twinkle: What is Kunj?
Kunj: I will always love you till day we meet again
Twinkle: Why are you saying this?
Kunj: If we do leave this world together we will meet here again
Twinkle looks at Kunj and smiles and then she quickly hugs him.
Twinkle: I love you Kunj
Kunj: I love you my Twinkle
"Tera jaana jaise koi baddua Tera jaana jaise koi baddua Door jaaoge jo tum Mar jaayenge hum
Sanam teri kasam o.. Sanam teri kasam o.. Sanam teri kasam.."
Kunj: I want our child to be exactly like you
Twinkle: But I want a son
Kunj: I want a daughter though
Twinkle: SON
Kunj: DAUGHTER
Twinkle: Can we stop fighting we came here to pray to god before leaving
Kunj: Leaving where??
Twinkle: Stop acting
Kunj: No I forgot
Twinkle: Goa remember
Kunj smiles at her
Twinkle: When we sat together and looks at the happiness around us
Kunj gets happy and carries her
Twinkle: What are you doing?
Kunj: I am carrying you all the way to the car and now I won't let you walk on the ground when I am here
"Tumhe dekhte hi aankhen ho jaati namm Sanam teri kasam o.. Sanam teri kasam o.. Sanam teri kasam.."
Twinkle: Why do you love me so much Kunj?
Kunj: Because you're the one taught me the meaning of love and I promise I will love you forever.
"Huaa ye kya hashar mere Judaa huaa sabar mera Main tere bin ek lamha Kyun kabhi naa jiya"
Twinkle kisses Kunj the cheek and carries her all the way to the car
*Flashback of 20 years ends*
Jasmine: Ouch what the hell was that? Why do I always get these dreams? I need to find Nia and leave from here.
Sidhant enters the temple and smiles and feels like he knows this place.
Sidhant: Did I ever come here? Or I always think that
Jasmine was about to go when her scarf blows and it falls on Sidhant
"Raat bhar ashqo ne tujhko pukara hai Har dua main maine tujhko hi maanga hai"
Jasmine: My scarf where did it go?
Sidhant touches the scarf and gets confused about his feelings…
Sidhant: Twinkle is that you…
"Tera jaana jaise koi baddua Door jaaoge jo tum Mar jaayenge hum Sanam teri kasam o.. Sanam teri kasam o.. Sanam teri kasam.."
All of a sudden Nia comes back
Nia: Jasmine
Jasmine: Where the hell did you go and I lost my scarf too
Nia: How?
Jasmine: The winding was blowing
Sidhant then says
Sidhant: Twinkle? Who the hell is Twinkle?
"Tumhe dekhte hi aankhen ho jaati nam Sanam teri kasam o.. Sanam teri kasam o.. Sanam teri kasam.."
Sidhant takes the scarf of his face and looks for the person
Sidhant: Who's scarf is this?
Jasmine: I can't leave without my scarf
Nia: It's just a scarf
Jasmine: Gifted by mom remember that
Nia: Okay Baba I will look for it
All of a sudden Ravi comes there
Ravi: Okay let's go Sidhant
Sidhant: Wait this is someone's scarf?
Ravi: So what?
Sidhant: I need to return it…
Jasmine (in mind): Why this place? What is there always I am afraid off?
Sidhant (In mind): Someone I know was here… but who would I know?
"Nasha tera dil ko lagaa Dena nahi mujhko dagaa Main teri aadat ka maara Hai kya meri khataa"
Sidhant then sees to girls and goes towards them…
Sidhant: Hey is this your scarf
Jasmine: I don't have time to talk…
Jasmine back is towards Sidhant.
"Tere bin naamumkin Apna guzaara hai Har duaa mein maine Tujhko hi maanga hai"
Sidhant: Hey I think this your scarf?
Jasmine: Okay stop talking… I don't want to hear it…
Sidhant holds her hand and gives her the scarf…
They both confused by their touch then Ravi and Nia arrive there. Ravi goes in front of Sidhant while Nia takes the scarf
"Tera jaana jaise koi baddua Door jaaoge jo tum Mar jaayenge hum Sanam teri kasam o..
Sanam teri kasam o.. Sanam teri kasam.."
Jasmine turns around and sees Ravi and Sidhant runs down the temple stairs.
Jasmine: Thank you for my scarf
Ravi: It wasn't me
Jasmine: Huh
Ravi: It was (He then turns around and sees Sidhant long gone)
Jasmine: It's okay you don't want to the take the credit but thanks anyways
Nia: Now can we go Jasmine??
Jasmine: Yea let's go
Ravi: This idiot always wants me to get blamed by cute girls
"Near Ravi's car"
Sidhant: What the hell was that? Why does it feel like I know that girl? I didn't even get to see her face? This temple made me feel so uncomfortable? Who is this Twinkle and how do I know her name? I don't want to go there ever again nor do I want meet people that I barely know.
All of a sudden Ravi comes there
Ravi: you idiot why did you leave me there alone and why are you talking to yourself??
Sidhant: I was thinking about something
Ravi: Like always those girls probably hate me now
Sidhant: Look Ravi please let's leave from here
Ravi: Dude, are you okay?
Sidhant: This place is very odd
Ravi: How though?
Sidhant: Can we just leave
Ravi: Okay then
Sidhant and Ravi leave from there
"Near the temple stairs"
Nia: Why you so quiet?
Jasmine: This flower fell on me
Nia: So what?
Jasmine: And when that guy touched my hand I felt like I knew him for ages
Nia: Why do you always feel like you know something when you never saw it before?
Jasmine: Is from my previous birth?
Nia: I heard that when you get those flashbacks it means stop was missing from your previous birth
Jasmine: That's nonsense
Nia: I believe it
Jasmine: Okay stop I hate talking about these things… But who's Kunj?
Nia: Who the hell is Kunj??
Jasmine: I heard his name in my dream
Nia: You're insane now let's get in the car Sana is probably waiting for us
Jasmine: Okay I am coming
"Inside Ravi's car and near Jasmine's car"
Jasmine: Kunj…
Sidhant: Twinkle…
"Tera jaana jaise koi baddua Door jaaoge jo tum Mar jaayenge hum Sanam teri kasam o.. Sanam teri kasam o.. Sanam teri kasam.."
Sidhant (In mind): I wonder what all this is.
Jasmine: I wonder what my pervious birth was like…
"Tumhe dekhte hi aakhen ho jaati nam Sanam teri kasam o.. Sanam teri kasam o.. Sanam teri kasam.."
Tune plays.
The woman says
"They met… now love will blossom again"
She smiles and prays to god
Jasmine and Sidhant are confused about their pervious birth.
Episode ends.
Moral – "Now it's time to be happy with all the love around us"
Recap: "We meet again but now I need to know you" "But first they will fight and know each other"
Characters of the Fan-Fiction (More revealed in the upcoming episodes)
Jasmine Bhasin (Twinkle Taneja)
Sidhant Gupta (Kunj Sarna)
Nia Sharma (Known has Roshni Khurana in Jamai Raja)
Ravi Dubey (Known has Siddharth Roshni Khurana in Jamai Raja)
Deepika Amin (Known has Usha Manohar Sarna in Tashan – E – Ishq
(By the way, if you're reading this ff, please do comment your ideas and how is the story going for you. Also love you all aha x)
Btw I'll post the next episode when I have time aha xx.
Thank you so much for enjoying this, please do comment and silent readers I need to know if you want me to make this Fan-Fiction longer or not!! Till then enjoy Episode 1!! (Also there might be some grammar errors because I didn't read over my work aha xx.)
Love you guys by Nusz aha xx.


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A Review of Living Waters Spa in Southern California
Living Waters Spa - Jordan and I had desired to take advantage of our few days in California over the Thanksgiving holiday, so we looked for a fresh area to see after our stay at Terra Cotta. We decided to check out Living Waters Spa, a clothing optional spa and resort in Desert Hot Springs. This is just 8 miles from Terra Cotta, right near Palm Springs. We reserved a regular poolside room for one night. The room had all we wanted - a bed, mini-refrigerator, and bathroom. For other accommodations, there are rooms with a complete kitchen as well as condos. (Day visits are also an option for those who don't wish to remain overnight.) View of Mt San Jacinto at sunrise, at Living Waters Spa The property essentially contain a hot tub, pool, Finnish sauna and massage room. The Finnish dry sauna is really a restored vintage sauna remaining from LWS's days as a 1960's "hot tub-tel." They're structured a lot like Terra Cotta, with the rooms encircling the pool and hot tub. But what is special about their water is that it is pure mineral water straight out of the earth. Additionally they don't have to heat the pool or hot tub themselves because it is naturally heated to 105 degrees by the World. Since it's recycled like this, they do not have to add any chemicals, salt or chlorine. It's a pretty sweet set-up and unique to this resort. The water supply is all mineral water so you could drink all you need on tap too. There were a handful of other guests while we were there, mainly couples, and we chatted with them in the hot tub. They do let singles and strive to be inclusive, which is a huge plus in our book. Most folks were nude, but a few kept their bathing suits on, which is their option since it's clothing-optional. However, I was surprised that this relaxing experience didn't lead them to shake off their inhibitions and try societal nudity. Maybe they just do not understand how much better it feels to be nude in the water and sauna. Near some of the plants surrounding the pool was a hummingbird feeder. I loved watching the small hummingbirds rapidly flapping their wings and perching there. In one upper corner of the building, there is a visible nest, and Jeff told us that for the past few years they have returned there to lay eggs. So if you visit after in the wintertime, you might get a view of these little girls! Photo courtesy of www.livingwatersspa.com Indoors they also have a communal room with tables and chairs where you are able to hang out, socialize and say hello to Doc, their beautiful African Grey parrot. She will say hello, but watch about putting your fingers in the cage! There is free Wifi too, if you have to connect. In the day, Jeff and Judy brought out their daily complimentary helping of hors d'oeuvres to the hot tub - cheeses, crackers, dips, fruit, hibiscus tea, wine and other snacks to nibble on. This is also the opportunity for them to mingle with the guests and engage us in a mind-boggling game of trying to guess all the fixings in one of the dips. The person to guess all of them wins a massage. None of us figured out the last ingredient. Regarding food, they don't have a restaurant on the premises, but they do serve a modest breakfast every morning. For other meals you can order in food from one of the nearby restaurants or go out to eat. Being a spa, one of the primary features here is the massage therapy. We did not get a massage, but I'm confident it's lovely. They've developed their own techniques and offer a few different types. Jeff and Judy are both accredited massage therapists, and they told us this is their passion. Additionally they offer massage workshops for couples throughout the year. We'd advocate Living Waters Spa for a quiet area to relax and rejuvenate. See the resort's site for more actions in the area. For FKK members, we should remind you that LWS is an affiliate location, so you can get a 20-25% reduction on your stay. In browsing their website, I found LWS also offers a 25% discount to breast cancer survivors! So that's fairly awesome. Find extra information on Living Waters Spa on their site at http://www.livingwatersspa.com/. Young Naturists and Nudists America Tags: california, clubs and resorts, spa Group: Felicity's Naturist Blog, Nudism and Naturism, Fkk Resort and Reviews, Social Nudity Blogsabout a year ago from web
Invade Wall Street Guest Blog By Jordan
Did felicity accidentally trip the Occupy Wall Street Demonstration? Occupy Wall Street - For each of you who are unaware of the scenario, Felicity was the young lady who was detained this summer on wall street during the art performance Ocularpation. All of a sudden this Inhabit Wall Street protest flares up - Coincidence??? Possibly but improbable: Ocularpation (which was an art project by Zefrey Throwell who was trying to make a point that Wall Street lacks responsibility) sounds eerily similar to Invade Wall Street not to mention the location. So naturally Felicity and I went down to talk to the protesters. On our way down there we had to sit in traffic because the Wall Street protesters caused so much mayhem on the Brooklyn Bridge the NYPD closed it down - not a great beginning but we pushed on. Poster at Occupy Wall Street Protest Mostly in their 20a?s - singing, holding up signs and chanting their different mantras. We were hoping to keep in touch with the organizers but couldn't find out who they were. After trying to talk to some of the people there (without making any headway) we determined to talk to some of the protesters. We talked to several people who seemed to be enthusiastic about ending the status quo on an entire mess of problems, but had no thoughts about what should be done instead. Police Poster Occupy Wall Street Protest After about an hour or so we just decided to leave empty handed and with no questions answered. While I usually do not comment often this is one matter that I just can not seem to let go of. Eventually there's a group who will willingly take a stand and fight for change, but how could I support such a valiant effort when I haven't any idea what they really believe in? Without any clear targets, no physical direction, standards for success or special ideas on the way to better the state what would I really be supporting (and undoubtedly the fact that they appear to have a whole lot of facts which might be simply incorrect)? Posters at Occupy Wall Street demonstration So in any case, I have no idea if Felicity's arrest had anything to do with it, but I sure hope not. Starting a massive protest of naysayers who seem to be fighting against everything and could be happier when the authorities are compelled to intervene isn't something that I 'd ever put my name on. Dispersing fear, inconveniencing the general public and hoping for the next shot of someone getting slammed to the ground by authorities is not something I 'm willing to support. Invade Wall Street In closing I just need to incorporate a few points. If these protesters care so much about the various issues then why haven't they sent people to staff soup kitchens, clean up city parks or do anything that would affect the city absolutely They have likely cost the city millions by now so don't you believe it's only fair if they were to shoulder some of the weight by helping out the folks of New York City? Or are they simply going to continue crying and shouting till we NY'ers are compelled to pay more in taxes to cover the expense they are creating? As for Felicity - we still aren't overly sure why she was arrested, but she is due in court next month so send her lots of positive energies! This article about the OWS movement was released by - Young Naturists & Naturists America
Lots of people can demand since any respectable or wise individual ought to know how exactly to react that policies regarding right habits are not essential. On the other-hand, unfamiliarized persons are continually contacted by naturist businesses. You w
BE OUT OF DUNES and also other parts that are environmentally sensitive. Guidelines were posted by FOLLOW PARKING LAWS along with other. By bringing along a junk case, SUPPORT ELIMINATE KITTY. Perform more than anyone brought in. DO NOT WALK OUT TRADITIONAL FOUNDED TOPLESS PARTS. To wander bare right into a clothed seaside or parking spot may upset many individuals who've similarly practical options for beach adventure. It undermines our goals to cause a confrontation that is unnecessary. OVERT INTERCOURSE. Depart this action for one's home's privateness. Topless is not lewd, but combined with sex, undermines our impression. RESPECT THE HOME OF OTHERS. And Natureis house, too is included by this! ASK PRIOR CONSENT FOR PHOTOGRAPHY. You cannot lawfully end somebody from capturing in spots that are public. Nonetheless, asking agreement is common politeness. Not everyone really wants to result in a strangeris photoalbum. Parents must also be expected before kids are captured. SOLITUDE IS SIMPLE! The majority are at the beachfront for peace and quiet and do not desire to be disturbed. it is impolite to monopolize someone's period once the welcome mat was never create -- although it is correct to attend the seashore to create new pals. COME READY. Bring seashore items -- cocktail, food, couch, sun-screen, and towel. Do not assume these things to be shared by others. Mooching is questionable. SPEAK FOR CRITERIA. If a person seems unacquainted with seaside manners, clarify it, kindly and clearly. Let them have a copy of " FREE BEACH MANNERS". Don't allow people that are uncouth damage our breakable and stunning place underneath the solar.
Don't Get Scammed By "Naturist Relationship" Websites
Naturist Dating Site: There are online dating websites galore, and many couples meet each other this way. The only caveat for naturists is that there's no real naturist dating site out there. There are a few social networks for nudists, but there aren't any networks only for nudist dating. Any such web site you have seen is most likely not what it claims to be. There's one business that's been sporadically creating precisely the same naturist dating site repeatedly. They just keep using new domains, for example nudisttodate.com, nudistpassion.com, nudistpersonals.org, nudistfriends.com etc. All these sites follow the exact same basic format with a signup form and preview photographs of supposed "members" available to date. It looks like a web service suitably called "Dating Factory" supplies the template and enables them to quickly create these new websites. When you see this template, that is your first sign which you're probably looking at a scam naturist dating site. (Also, how terrible is that Photoshop job.) I never discovered anything considerable, other than the usual criticism from one of their advocates. It appears they operate on some sort of referral application where people get paid by signing up new members. You may have seen their on-line supporters on social media, who commonly use an picture of an attractive naked girl. These folks create fake Twitter accounts and Facebook profiles merely to promote these dishonest sites. They're able to also be found spamming the comment sections of other naturist websites and sites. I have heard a couple of odd stories occasionally from people who've tried them, and none were positive. Most likely, the members you're seeing on their sites aren't real. I believe the whole point would be to get folks to purchase a membership (I know one individual who signed up for $30/month) and that's how they scam you. I'd love for someone to demonstrate to me that one of these websites is actual, but until then, do not fall for it. Take your money to one of many general, reputable mainstream dating sites, such as for instance OkCupid. You may not find very many self-identified naturists on these sites, but you'll find people who are open to naturism / naturism. Or you will meet individuals who have gone skinny dipping with friends or went to naked parties in school. They merely do not call themselves nudists. Should you write on your own dating profile that you're a naturist? That's up to you personally. Maybe it's a turn off to those with preconceived notions about what a naturist is, and you'd never get the chance to tell them what it's really around. So you can also wait to tell someone in person on one of your first handful of dates. Nudie Lee also has more nudist dating guidance on that. They are currently casting for their 2nd season. What would you think, readers? Would you know of any valid sites for nudists looking to date? This article about Naturist Dating Websites was released by - Young Naturists & Nudists America Tags: relationship, relationships, social network Category: Felicity's Naturist Site, Nude Dating Guidance, Naturism and Naturism About the Writer (Author Profile) Writer of Naturist Blog. Co-founder of Nudist Portal. 3rd-generation nudie. Avid reader. Feminist. After I'm not busy eating, I am writing about naturism, censorship, topfree equality, body image and other fun subjects. I like comments, so plz leave a comment when you've got something to say!
My next subject was a 34 year old man with a BS in Business Administration. He
Now is employed with a financial institution. His interests include cycling, camping, swimming, sporting events, and traveling. He readily admits that he does not have a Difficulty with social nudism. In reality, he feels that nudism is a kind of art and a manner of perversion or sex. In his opinion those who oppose nudism are either really close minded or My issue As one might anticipate, my subject does not have an issue with nude beaches or resorts. In fact he's visited both locations on several occasions confessing that his first Yet, he was Immediately assured that with social nudity there are no expectations and that everyone is comfortable in simply being themselves. He says that nude beaches and resorts give nudists The chance to to assemble without worrying about being harassed by the community and law officials. Nevertheless, he mentioned that he'd like to motivate local governments to allocate a location of the strand that would be plainly marked for letting nudity. This would give those who want to go bare the opportunity, as good as those who don't desire to go Bare, the choice to use another part of the plage. In concluding my interview, I asked my subject why he believed folks decide to participate in social nudism. His reply to my question was that some individuals love the freedom of expressing themselves while nude, and social nudism gives them the chance to to meet Finally, I asked him if he would contemplate such a lifestyle regular basis. I love having the opportunity to express my nudity in public. " 7 My eighth issue was a 41 year old female who has a Bachelor' s degree in Company Government and is presently used with a banking business. She is divorced and a single Mother. Her interests include watching her son play sports, shopping, golfing, biking, and socializing with friends. She also said that she enjoys attending college football, and professional baseball games. When I requested her to discuss her feelings about social nudism she said that although it is not a lifestyle she would personally consider, she's not against it. She expressed some anxiety for children and non-nudists who may find nude beaches bad. Nevertheless my subject mentioned that nude beaches are okay as long as there are signs posted informing the people that the strand is clothing optional. Nude resorts seemed to be more appealing to my area because they're more secluded and there would be some progressed warning of what to anticipate. However, she stressed again that she wouldn't engage in social nudism because, "I am quite self-conscious about my body, and I appreciate clothing too much."8 Interview #9 My next area was a 62 year old man. He is a human resource manager with a School degree. He loves sports, reading, cooking, and the artwork. He offered to be interviewed while I was questioning his pal about social nudism. He said that he's However, he said the beaches in the Miami Florida area appear to attract a more Varied group of nudists as opposed to Wisconsin shores. Obviously my subject is in favor of nude beaches, but, he did state that signs should be posted informing the public that the area is clothing optional. Additionally he mentioned that although some people may see nude beaches only for the viewpoint, a far greater number of people simply appreciate the feeling of complete independence while sunning, walking, and swimming. When asked if he would consider this kind of lifestyle, he said, "Probably not, but it's okay and really no big deal. " 9 Interview #10 My closing subject was a 43 year old female. She is married and has one son. When asked to discuss her feelings about social nudism she confessed that she really does not see anything wrong with the lifestyle, nevertheless, it is not something she would decide to engage in. Nevertheless, my subject did occur to stumble upon a nude beach in Jamaica where some females were topless. Her immediate reaction was disbelief, but after awhile she was okay with it, stressing that the experience did not make her want to remove her top. Her closing comments were, "I do not Believe social nudism is perverted. I believe some folks feel comfortable with what God has
Reply: Some clubs are clothing-optional, while others are unclothed-required as weather permits. Every club / resort has a unique set of guidelines and rules, but they share some in common: always sit on a towel, no obvious sexual conduct, respect others,
Other naturist clubs don't allow picture taking at all. Also note that some places don't allow nipple and/or genital jewelry (Yet FKK disagrees with prohibiting body jewelry, as it goes against our doctrine of recognition). FKK members must abide by a nudist resort or naturist club's rules while we're there. It's a good idea to take a look at the special club's site beforehand to familiarize yourself with their rules, guidelines and facilities. Question: What do I need to bring to some bare party? Answer: Other than that, a basic packing list: towel, sunblock, flip flops, sneakers, bug spray, flashlight, camping gear, and anything else you would generally bring on a camping trip. Question: How many people attend the unclothed parties and naturist gathering? Reply: It depends upon the event and where it's found. Our occasions in the northeast tri-state area normally get 40 to 150 people. Question: I'm under 18. Can I see naturist clubs on my own and/or attend FKK assemblies? Reply: Parents are welcome to bring their children to FKK assemblies, but be sure to have a look at the club's site to see if it's family-oriented / child-friendly. Should you be looking for our upcoming bare party or naked event or need information regarding previous naked parties afterward please visit: Evolvefest is one of the largest yearly yoga and music festivals in the U.S. Numerous yogis, modern day hippies and religious individuals gather together for classes, workshops, concerts, and more. We have attended (and wrote a review), and the pda even let's do a Naked City one year. Isis Phoenix did naked yoga classes there as well. We presumed it was a fairly cool event run by open-minded, accepting individuals. Until now that is. Old generations understand Bruce Jenner as the Olympic athlete whose face was everywhere in the 70's. My own generation (individuals in their 20's) are more likely to know him as Kim Kardashian's stepfather. (I figure? I don't really know who keeps up with the Kardashians on reality TV.) It seems the tabloids have been obsessively speculating about Jenner's changing appearance over the last couple of months, with the kind of examination normally reserved for female celebs. They've been picking on him for his long hair and "well-manicured" nails. Lately unnamed sources close to the family have said he is transitioning and that he's filming his journey for a docu-show to come out after this season. His family has expressed support and said that they desire him to manage to tell his story on his own time. Jenner himself hasn't verified the rumors about his gender nor any sex functioning. Until we hear from him directly, we actually don't know for sure if he's really "transitioning" or simply loves an alternative sex expression. The mainstream media continues to be reporting on the story with much derision, ridicule and transphobia. Russell Brand does a fine job of shaming the media because of their intimidation (video). Evolvefest didn't do much better and maybe did worse. In place of vowing support and endorsement, Bryson essentially said that people who undergo a sex reassignment surgery to fit their gender are mentally ill. He also said it's "affected" and a breach of God's creation, in a great number of words. He ended it with a plea for folks to stand up and speak out against this propagating mental illness. Here is Bryon's full rant:
In The Naturist World Communicating Is Rough! Especially with Vita Nuda Northeast (VNNE)!
Post by Jordan Blum Communicating with Vita Nuda North East in the Naturist World IsN't Easy! Naturist World - Doing something good for others and the purposes behind these voluntary actions is a issue that's come up. It's a subject that I think, at minimum, merits a discussion. Sadly I keep finding out that in the nudie world there appears to be an overwhelming amount of people for whom their egotism is the primary source behind their activities. So with that in mind let us get to discussing You all know what we (FKK & Ranger World) went through to set up and market our Nude Years Eve party. Hours and hours of emailing, posting, press releases, contacting patrons (for our naked charity initiative), reviewing every single request that we got to try and weed out the odd balls (pardon the pun) and not to mention the cash that went into setting it all together. There is no question that we reached out to as many individuals and organizations as we physically could. We understood that no matter what we'd probably end up losing money, but for us that was far less significant than bringing folks together and observing our way of life only to have it all come crashing down a few hours before the event was assumed to start. Vita Nude North East's Negativity In The Naturist World As soon as we found out, our number one issue was to advise as many people as we possibly could. Resort reservations would need to be canceled, and folks who were coming from far away needed to know to make other arrangements. The coordinators, who fronted up all the money, needed to prepare for whatever lay ahead and attempt to come up with an alternative strategy. Calls were made to everyone we could think about to try and find an alternative site. After talking with whoever owns the place we were given his phone number and took it from there. A site being procured, we started scrambling. Basically they helped find a place by making some phone calls and passing on the information to us. After the party, we posted a website thanking all the patrons for their generosity and to all those who took an active part over recent weeks. What happened next came as a little surprise - even to me! The blog was posted by Vita Nuda Northeast VNNE, in a facebook group, with a comment that read: * aZ"but miraculously we managed to put a new party together in three hours in Long Island City!" * Not such a Wonder but rather the use of your available resources, Vita Nuda ** The first part is a quote from the site while the second part is the opinion from Vita Nuda. This brings up an interesting question should we've listed each and every man that helped us put the event together? People helped set up, people helped clean up, some helped with the venue, others helped with getting security and the list goes on and on (kind of like the credits at the ending of a picture). The fact of the matter is that we singled out those people who really invested a ton of cash, time and energy into making this occasion possible in the first place. The claim that we used valuable resources is a bit of a reach don't get me wrong, we were all happy that a place was found but at the end of the day, but was not a public online "thank you" enough? All too frequently in this world, people do things which may have a positive impact. But if they do it for self-centered and self-serving motives then in the long run it might have proven better not to do anything at all. The reason that I say this is simple - it feels more like a set-up than a great action. The repercussions of such acts hark back to for quite a while after everything has been said and done. Naturist Communicating Issues We at Young Naturists & Young Nudists America help people also as organizations virtually every other day. Most of which will never make it to the public domain because of this very reason. If I determined to help someone it's because that's what I feel is the right thing to do. If this person decides to return the favor then it is totally up to them. Doing something with ulterior self-serving motives has a inclination of breeding negativity as is the situation here. Only look at the two responses that the post got and judge for yourself. Another issue that keeps surfacing is the inability of individuals to be direct. Posting that opinion freely compelled my hand and generated this public answer. Whereas a private email would have most probably resulted in an update to the first post. Why post a spiteful and public reply when all that was wanted was an email along the lines of: "Hey I read your post about the event and was a little distressed to see you did not mention me. Was it an oversight on your part? I believe it's only fair, so would you mind updating it? Or at least giving me an explanation as to why you didn't mention me?" So in close 1 - What are your ideas about doing something simply for the sake of helping others? 2 - What can be done to get folks to understand the advantages of direct and open communication and the disastrous repercussions of passive aggressive or negative public posts? Tags: organizations, young nudists and naturists Group: Cyber Bullying, Communication and Bullies, Nudist Organizations, Social Activism, Social Nudity Blogs About the Writer (Author Profile) Jordan Blum is a lifelong nudie and co founder of Nudist Portal.
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designed for the gringo tourist to navigate with ease. in an extremely private way. While drug-associated violence in other areas of Mexico creates headlines, tourists not looking for trouble most likely will not locate it here in the state good clothes-free beach living could be had for small or nothing are gone. The hamlet of Tulum is about an hour's drive south of Hidden Beach, and is rapidly becoming a city. Big parts of jungle have given Means to development, and the famed Tulum and paid accessibility. A regional hospital and airport are in the planning phases. Cabanas Copal---the longstanding low-cost place to stay and the house of and the buildings are evacuated. The upscale and pricy Azulik found immediately to the south remains open. Nude use of the plage continues with users accessing the plage via Club de Playa RELAXIN G POOL SID E at Hidd en Beach . cks. ING LOUNG mmo sized ha le p u o c rge ach in la THE be G N O AL MIKE HOBSON DESCRIBES THE MAK NUK VILLAGE JOB to some visitors. These & many other items are found on our web site or call to talk with one of our friendly customer service representatives. L CIA SPE E! PRIC STRAND ESSENTIALS * PLAGE ESSENTIALS * PLAGE ESSENTIALS * STRAND ESSENTIALS STRAND TOWELS: Fasten your spot in the sun with our lavish oversized plage towel. Two ply soft terry velour bearing the catchy phrase "barefoot all over" in an appealing tone-on-tone imprint. Available in 2 luxurious colors: Cosmo Blue and Tangerine. Cost: $33.00/$29.70 TNS Member BEACH MAT: included. COLLAPSIBLE THERMOS COOLER: This durable nylon collapsible cooler has a leak proof lining and offers layered insulation for best cold retention. Round design holds up to six beverage cans and features a quick accessibility top for simple entrance, and flexible shoulder strap. Navy & Gray w/ white TNS logo. Price: $16.00/$14.40 TNS Member Need to discover a plage where you can drop your suit & be clothed with the sun? Don't worry---we've got you covered with this lavishly illustrated publication highlight the top 1,000 Finest beaches to get naked. Investigating over 50 countries and containing travel tips, detailed directions, current Upgrades, and nearby naturist resorts you'll never get lost again. Complete Color, Soft-cover, 304 pages. SPECIAL $20 plus Transport * Also available at leading bookstores. www.naturistsociety.com * 1 800 886 7230 * www.naturistsociety.com * 1 800 886 7230 south to the place in front of Copal. This Conventional bare use area has been free of police interference, and the only known arrest involved a man whose bare walk Substantially surpassed the nude beach area. Moving south beyond the seashore resorts the intrepid and selfsufficient traveler with a Locate plage independence for a few pesos a night. But it's several miles to the store or most everywhere else, so this option isn't one we would Advocate for most naturists. planned, average-price, Clothing-free development Fast progress towards Finish. The first Condominium unit is finished is showing rapid advancement. Project manager Mike Hopson says there will be nude people swimming happily in the pool by early fall of 2011. Mak Nuk is located a short distance from downtown Tulum with its wide variety of stores and restaurants. A fantastic new development to the Mak Nuk Village project is the addition of the Mak Nuk Village Beach Club. On completion, Mak Nuk guests will have access to the hamlet's private strand club, located 15 minutes down the coast. The expansive, Wonderful sand strand is made and intended for Bare use, and will be a great improvement to the village's offerings. It will go a long way towards keeping Tulum's nude beach culture living. Mak Nuk has leased 40 meters of strand with an option to purchase. The Small-used beach north and south of the Mak Nuk beach should allow beach users to freely expand their plage use. N To learn more on Hidden Beach Resort, Azulik, and Mak Nuk Village, see hiddenbeachresort.com, azulik.com, and maknuk.com. resort under his nude "wing," so to speak, and mentored me in all
the same protection to the natural expression of body liberty through everyday, non-exploitative nudity on the seashore.
124. Clothing is both publicly expressive and privately representational, connoting identity in a unique cultural group. wearing the clothing special to their group. Preventing nudists from going nude is equal to preventing a 125. With the development of national organizations promoting nudism as a doctrine, nude recreation may eventually come to be regarded as a safe medium of speech expressing that doctrine, and as an example of protected free association.190 126. The Ninth Amendment makes it clear that no freedoms shall be denied which are not especially Forbad.191 Therefore, only nudity is not illegal except where there are special laws that forbid it. Most laws forbid only lewd actions, not nudity per se; and there's actually no universal legal prohibition against nudity on public land. 127. church.192 Even today, a lot of the objection to nudism is dependant on spiritual principles. The constitutional 128. Extensive legal precedent implies that laws requiring women, but not men, to conceal their breasts the conviction of two women found guilty of exposing their breasts in public. The ruling held the state's antinudity law was meant to apply only to lewd and lascivious behaviour, not to "noncommercial, possibly accidental, and surely not lewd, exposure." Herald Price Fahringer, the women's attorney, said the ruling meant that Girls in New York State could sunbathe topfree or even walk down the road with no top, as long as this wasn't done in a lewd manner, or for such purposes as prostitution. Judge Vito Titone pointed out that women sunbathe topfree in many European states, including: "To the extent that many in our society may view the uncovered female breast with a prurient interest that's not similarly aroused by the male equivalent, that perception cannot serve as a reason for different treatment because it is itself a suspect cultural artifact rooted in centuries of prejudice and bias toward girls." 194 This ruling, however, is just one of several statutes and legal precedents nationwide that carry on the position that breast exposure isn't fundamentally indecent conduct.195 129. Case history demonstrates that laws requiring women to cover their breasts are not justified by cultural Biases and preconceptions.197 130. Laws requiring girls, but not men, to cover their breasts are composed completely from a male perspective, assuming that men's bodies are natural and ordinary, and that women's bodies have to be covered because They're distinct. Reena Glazer finds that "under sameness theory, girls can get equivalent treatment only to the extent that they are the same as guys." 198 Physical differences among the races don't justify discrimination, and neither should physical differences between the genders. 131. Laws requiring girls to cover their breasts are not justified by claims that women's bodies are significantly distinct from men's; nor by inaccurate claims that breasts are sex organs; nor by the fact that breasts may play a part in sex or sex play; nor by the very fact that breasts are notable secondary sex characteristics. It can not be claimed that girls have breasts and men do not, because both do; nor can it be claimed that women have larger, often protruding breasts, because many girls are flat-chested while many guys have big breasts. A girl with no breasts can get a baby. Breasts serve the physiologic function of nourishing a baby--but this is a motherly function, not a sexual one. Breasts may play a role in sex play, but other body parts do too, and aren't censured--particularly the hands, as well as the mouth (which, incidentally, is veiled by Shi'ite Moslems, partly for that Really reason, though only on girls). not limited on guys. 132. Just nudity is not in itself lewd or "indecent exposure," a distinction maintained by extensive legal precedent nationwide.199 133. Mere nudity cannot be offensive or unethical "conduct"--for it isn't run in any way, but only the natural state of a human being. It should be no less legitimate to be in this natural individual state than to be clothed. One's ethnicity is, in addition, a
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231 Journal of Sport History, Vol. 12, No. 3 (Winter, 1985) Nudity lived in Greek sports because it was supported by heroic tradition and faith. So the usage of nudity for aggression and apotropaic purposes which is characteristic of the early periods of human society and which reflects the animal part of human nature survived with an unusual persistency mantle of one of the most illustrious facets of Greek culture: the athletics. State. The Greek with his keen eye for physical attractiveness regarded flabbiness, a light skin, want of condition, or imperfect development as disgraceful, and the sick-developed youth was the laughingstock of his companies." Kenneth Clark (The Naked, p. 19) commented: "So our surmise the discovery of the nude as a type of art is connected with idealism and faith in quantifiable proportions appears to be true, but it is only half the truth. What other peculiarities of the Greek mind are involved? One clear solution is their belief that the body was something to be proud of. and should be kept in perfect cut." Yet, Clark continued, "But in fact Greek trust in the body can be understood simply in relation to their philosophy. It expresses above all their awareness of human wholeness. Nothing which related to the whole guy could be isolated or evaded; and this serious awareness of how much was implied in physical beauty saved them from both evils of sensuality and aestheticism (p. 21). James Arieti ["Nudity in Greek Athletics," 4361 argues "The public nakedness which doesn't, in the 1970's shock us as it shocked the Romans-though it does, perhaps, seem somewhat uncivilized for the Greeks-enabled the athletes to show the complete control they exerted over their bodies. Since they were the only folks to compete nude, they could well believe they were the only individuals capable of such self control: here, maybe, was a clear superiority over the barbarians, who had to hide themselves both to avert tempting others and to conceal their own Deficiency of control." For more references regarding the practice of nudity in Greek sports, see ibid., pp. 434 n. 10, Nudity as a Costumein ClassicalArt LARISSA BONFANTE Subjective The Greeks viewed their custom of fit male nudity as something that set them apart from the barbarians,as well as from their own past. A surveyof male nudity as a costume in Greece attempts to follow its source in eighthcentury ritual, its gradual transformationfrom initiation Meaning in various religious, magic, and social circumstances. The characterof this association can be viewed more Certainly by comparing it with earlier Near Eastern attitudes to nakedness, and to the after contemporary"barbarian"perspectives of the Hebrews, Etruscans,and Gauls, as well as to the contemporaryviews of female nudity, before its acceptancein the Hellenistic period.* as a costume.' This is a surprising occurrence. That We've not been more surprised by it's due to the fact that we follow in their custom and take the Greeks as models, forgetting how frequently their associations and Perspectives made them the exception, and not the rule, among early peoples. The Greeks of the Classical world didn't forget. While not, as we shall see, completely understanding the significance of the custom, they were proud of its singularity. A study of nudity in Greece should be undertaken from the historic point of view. I restrict myself, in the Current article, to a concern of the signs of artwork and literature in an effort to understand what lay One of the innovations of the ancient Greeks that changed our way of seeing the world, among the most prominent is a certain kind of public nudity-nudity * An earlier versionof the present articlewas presentedat I 'm Glad for the support and advice of Homer and Dorothy Nancy de Grummond, Judith Swaddling, Ingrid Strom, Brunilde S. Ridgway, Evelyn B. Harrison, R. Ross Holloway, Mark Davies, Michael Vickers, Brian Shefton, Hans JiorgBloesch, and the anonymousAJA reviewers. Along with the typical AJA abbreviations,the following are used in this article: Boardman, Five fundamental reasons accounting for humanity's use of Clothes will be located to be appropriate at various against the components, notably the cold; 2) for social reasons, to differentiate members of a tribe or class; 3)
Nudism and Feminism Component 2 - Closets are for Clothes!
Nudism and Feminism Continued: In my last post, I discussed a feminist website about nudism, Go Naked; it is best for everybody (but particularly for girls) by CP Reece. Reece concludes her bit by discussing society's general disconcerting malaise with regard to nudity and what we can perform to alter that. She says, Naturists are often handled as gay individuals used to be.. How's that for some view? Are naturists as repressed as girls once were? As gay people once were? Can we actually make that comparison? But there are some similarities in how gay people and naturists are viewed by society. Naturists are scared to come out for their friends and families and feel a need to hide behind pseudonyms and separate profiles for his or her naturist identity. They can be treated unjustly by authorities and the law. Naturists are refused the right to go naked in public and even on their own property if observable to others, because someone might get offended or upset. They've been labeled perverts, swingers, and exhibitionists along with harmful to kids. If you're a naturist, you have likely spent much time and energy trying to dispel the misconceptions and puritan attitudes towards nudity (see: Shit Clothed Folks Say). But Reece says rationality and argument / sway mightn't be enough anymore. If we're eventually going to get equal rights like everyone else, we want extreme action! And I believe it is safe to say that we're far behind in America compared to many European countries. We freak out about a nip slip on television during the Super Bowl and maybe even waste time issuing fines. The Supreme Court is presently inhabiting itself counting the amount of seconds that the tail can be shown on cable TV. Most of our World Naked Bike Riders can not actually be nude. Nudity is presumed to be allowed for the benefit of protest or art, but arrests, fines and court dates will certainly ensue if you try it. No topless beaches. Guys acquired the right to go topless in public in the 1930s. (But even when it IS legal, you can still get detained. See: my Wall Street experience.) Look at that magnificent piece of jewelry she had on! And I truly hope he does! (If not for a nudism win, then for the sake of contesting them basing his guilt away from an unknown distressed female casualty.) Some might say Nigel's activities were over the line, offensive and pushing his naturist beliefs on individuals. (Aren't clothed people forcing their beliefs on us?) I think he is a great activist and will hopefully help naturists obtain the right to trek bare, which can ben't prohibited there in the first place! Of course he gets fined anyway because he is breaking the rules (Nudity rule #518: Thou shalt not reveal thy dick on a nature trail). Reece says she will be going nude in her garden, at the playa and wherever she can. Here in NY I'll be going naked or topfree wherever I can! I also desire to share this quote from the Nurba site: "It's funny, is not it? Funny that we can boost the right to be naked, to love our body, to feel freedom, all in the comfort of our own house. We haven't fought for our rights, we've just found locations where they aren't challenged. We haven't shown that we feel no shame, in fact we've shown the exact opposite, that we do not have the courage to be blunt, that we are complacent living covertly amongst everyone else: we've shown that there is shame where there should be none. People fear what they don't understand, and we've almost blatantly denied them the comprehension of nudity that we have always known." - Nurba Does this describe most naturists and naturists? Are we being all too complacent and close, perpetuating the nudity-is-black mindset? He is correct, it is easy to be complacent, quiet and go naked where it is not challenged. But we want to challenge individuals and society. To all of you reading this, I encourage you to push the envelope. To defy cultural norms. To disregard what society tells you to look like and only be as you are. To get revolutionary. It's all rubbish; a pernicious manner of distracting girls from their true power. To walk your visible or invisible dog while topless. To talk to as many others as possible about naturism. Hell, only use the unclothed beach and visit nudist clubs, resorts and campgrounds to support them. We are constantly working on making these more accessible to everyone and used by everyone. It's nearly topless time. Who's with me? Springtime is just about arrived, and summer will closely follow! Nudists and Naturists Feminist and Top Free Blogs By Felicity Jones For - Young Naturists And Naturists America FKK Tags: activism, culture, discrimination, feminism, gay, sex, laws, topfreedom and topfree equality Category: Felicity's Naturist Blog, Feminism and Women's Issues and Human Rights, Social Activism About the Writer (Author Profile) Writer of Nudist Blog. Cofounder of Naturist Portal. 3rd-generation nudie. Avid reader. Feminist. When I'm not active eating, I'm writing about naturism, censorship, topfree equality, body image and other fun subjects. I like feedback, so plz leave a comment when you have got something to say!
The closest thing that we've got to an actual promoter is The Naturist Action Committee (NAC). In my own modest opinion, it is probably one of the best things to come out of the naturist / nudist movement. They've a great track record and are exceptionall
One of the major hurdles that naturism confronts today is naturists. There are too many selves in this sector and too many people believe they understand what's best. "We" (as in the nudist movement) have no real conversation let alone cooperation. Some say that I 've a "pie in the sky" strategy since I consider that TNS and AANR should be working together more often and supporting other like minded groups and organizations. If Democrats and Republicans can see eye to eye every now and again then why can not "we"? (Not the finest case but I believe you get my drift.) This seemingly simple suggestion isn't as feasible as one would hope. Since most of the issues appear to revolve around money, here is a good example of the immediate financial advantages that could be had - monitoring of legislation. The biggest business that offers this service would likely be LexisNexis, and the service isn't affordable. I wonder if each organization pays individually for using this kind of service? Maybe even dividing the responsibilities? For instance, NAC has a great track record when dealing with legal issues that involve public properties - let them spearhead that section. AANR has a great record with lobbying? San Onofre is a fantastic example where NAC and AANR got involved, took different approaches and likely failed to have an obvious plan of how best to deal with the dilemma (as a collaborative effort). The final result? No clothes optional or nude sand in San Onofre. I can not help but wonder if having a partnership in strategy might have yielded a better result. I can not say precisely what occurred because as of yet, AANR has not made an complete transparent statement as to what just occurred (at least none that I 've seen). NAC on the other hand continues to be quite helpful with making information accessible and for that I would like to say thank you :) I understand that negotiations are kept quiet while they're going on. But that is a monumental undertaking and we need to start someplace. So I propose settling the fundamental issue first. As far as I could see from your dialogue online, a far-reaching comprehensive term that I believe everyone can agree on would be something like Nudist - Someone who appreciates nonsexual naked diversion and social nude activities in sanctioned public places and / or in private ones. Naturist - Someone who appreciates nonsexual naked diversion and social nude actions with a major focus of interest on those activities that take place outdoors and in nature. This group also considers that Naturism and environmental issues are intertwined. Since we're already at it The definition of a FKK Nudie - A person who believes in the advantages of nonsexual bare diversion as it pertains to the broader issues of recognition and social responsibilities. For this particular crowd, nudity just isn't the main focus but instead a tool that is used to teach folks about acceptance, tolerance and compassion. Some causes that a nudie would be advocating for are: body acceptance, prevention of online and offline intimidation, working to stop body shame and tackling censorship of "innocent" or straightforward "nudity." (These are just a couple examples.) Once we're able to get a majority consensus with this basic dilemma, maybe it could be a starting point for more discussion about other problems. At least we can hope! Naturist Advocacy Organizations: Is there still any need for them? Tags: AANR, Naturist Action Committee NAC, politics Class: Naked News, Nudist Organizations, Public Nudity and Being Naked In Public, Social Activism, Social Nudity Sites
A Review of Living Waters Spa in Southern California
Living Waters Spa - Jordan and I 'd desired to make the most of our few days in California over the Thanksgiving holiday, so we looked for a new place to see after our stay at Terra Cotta. We decided to check out Living Waters Spa, a clothing optional spa and hotel in Desert Hot Springs. This is only 8 miles from Terra Cotta, right near Palm Springs. We booked a standard poolside room for one night. One of many owners, Jeff, gave us a quick tour, and we settled in. The room had all we needed - a bed, mini-fridge, and toilet. For other accommodations, there are rooms with a complete kitchen in addition to condominiums. (Day visits are also an alternative for those who don't want to remain overnight.) View of Mt San Jacinto at sunrise, at Living Waters Spa The property essentially consist of a hot tub, pool, Finnish sauna and massage room. The Finnish dry sauna is actually a restored classic sauna remaining from LWS's days as a 1960's "hot tub-tel." But what's special about their water is that it is pure mineral water straight out of the ground. They also don't have to warm the pool or hot tub themselves because it's naturally heated to 105 degrees by the World. The water is drawn up from their own well in the earth and cycles through from the hot tub to the pool and back to the Earth. Since it's recycled like this, they do not have to add any chemicals, salt or chlorine. It's a pretty sweet set-up and unique to this resort. The water supply is all mineral water so you can drink all you need on tap as well. Me in the mineral water hot tub (pool in background) at Living Waters Spa There were a smattering of other guests while we were there, mainly couples, and we chatted with them in the hot tub. They do let singles and strive to be inclusive, which is a huge plus in our book. Most individuals were naked, but a few kept their bathing suits on, which is their alternative since it is clothing-optional. Still, I was surprised that this relaxing experience didn't lead them to shake off their inhibitions and try societal nudity. Maybe they just don't know how much better it feels to be naked in the water and sauna. Close some of the plants surrounding the pool was a hummingbird feeder. I loved watching the little hummingbirds fast flapping their wings and perching there. In one upper corner of the building, there is a visible nest, and Jeff told us that for recent years they've returned there to lay eggs. So if you visit after in the winter, you might get a view of these small girls! Photo courtesy of www.livingwatersspa.com Indoors they also have a communal room with tables and chairs where you are able to hang out, socialize and say hello to Doc, their beautiful African Grey parrot. She'll say hello, but see about putting your fingers in the cage! There is free Wifi also, if you need to connect. In the afternoon, Jeff and Judy brought out their daily complimentary helping of hors d'oeuvres to the hot tub - cheeses, crackers, dips, fruit, hibiscus tea, wine and other snacks to nibble on. This is also an opportunity about them to mingle with the guests and engage us in a mind-boggling game of attempting to guess all the fixings in one of the dips. The man to guess all of them wins a massage. None of us figured out the last ingredient. Regarding food, they do not have a restaurant on the premises, but they do serve a small breakfast every morning. For other meals you can purchase in food from one of many nearby restaurants or go out to eat. Being a real spa, one of the primary features here is the massage therapy. We didn't get a massage, but I'm sure it's lovely. They have developed their own techniques and offer a few different types. Jeff and Judy are both accredited massage therapists, and they told us this is their passion. Additionally they offer massage workshops for couples throughout the year. We'd urge Living Waters Spa for a quiet place to relax and rejuvenate. While there, you can get more nature treatment by visiting close-by Joshua Tree National Park or hiking in the mountains. See the spa's site for more actions in the area. For FKK members, we should remind you that LWS is an affiliate place, so you can get a 20-25% reduction on your stay. In browsing their website, I found LWS additionally offers a 25% discount to breast cancer survivors! So that's pretty amazing. Find additional information on Living Waters Spa on their web site at http://www.livingwatersspa.com/. Tags: california, clubs and resorts, resort Class: Felicity's Fkk Blog, Nudism and Naturism, Naturist Resort and Reviews, Social Nudity Blogs
Adolescent Naturist Dilemmas And Schooling Babes About Sexting, Nudity And Naturism
Naturist Amateurs Problems: Teenage Naturist - This app allows users to send messages (including photographs) which self-delete within a time period defined by the sender generally a couple of seconds. Snapchat was initially considered to be something of a solution to the problem of sexting, where young folks take unclothed photos of themselves to send to someone, only to have the photos inadvertently forwarded to others. Since the messages on Snapchat can't be saved or forwarded, the logic goes, discretion is preserved. Sadly, Snapchat actually offers no such alternative. The Achilles Heel of the service is that nothing prevents the recipient from photographing their communicating device's screen with another camera in another apparatus before the message self-deletes. My goal here, however, is never to write a review of Snapchat. But the way that some young people are using their camera-enabled telephones and other apparatus in conjunction with services like Snapchat exemplifies a particularly tough challenge for the naturist movement how to educate teens about naturism. Two Unclothed Naturist Naturist Female Girls Just Hanging Out Naked When discussing nudism and naturism, we don't talk about (or to) naturist teens very much. We discuss a lot about how many naturists are of an old generation, and there exists an urgent must get younger people involved. We talk about quite young children, and are generally in agreement that naturism isn't harmful to them at all. But we do not talk about adolescents especially those who are 13 to 17 years of age. While the movie is great and typically portrays naturism in a positive light for young folks, it is necessary to notice that the folks in the movie not the least of which will be the teen daughter mentioned in the name are 18 years or older, which makes them officially adults virtually everywhere in the world. Lawfully is the key word here, since I believe it is the key to understanding why we do not expressly address naturism for adolescents. But in today's society folks jump to the conclusion that that if somebody is nude anywhere near someone below a certain age who's not their child, then that individual is guilty of engaging in sexual acts with a minor until proven innocent. So does this mean that we should not talk about adolescents and naturism? Or that we shouldn't talk TO them about it? I trust not. We know what the choice is. The misunderstanding and outright persecution of nudity, often tied in with slut-shaming, among teenagers has resulted in intimidation and suicide. There was the recent instance of Amanda Toddwho was exploited, blackmailed and shunned by her peers for showing her breasts on a webcam. We should figure out a way to address this age group regarding the healthy expression of naturism. To start this discussion, I think it is important to understand two things (which most naturists will likely agree with). The first is that young folks are capable of understanding that nudity can be non sexual. I remember quite clearly that I understood the difference between sexual and nonsexual nudity by the time I was in my early amateurs, and that was before the internet. Many othernaturistshave said the same. I also know that if I'd had access to your modern-day smartphone or digital camera, I probably would have shot photos of myself nude. Would I've sent them to anyone? The 30-something me says no, but recalling the 14-year-old mewell, who knows? My Daughter the Teenage Nudist And now we have this great digital research and communication tool called the internet, which spans the world and seems to contain quite literally everything anyone would need to understand about any potential subject. If only the net had existed when I was 13 - my head reels at the possibility of having been able to figure out what naturism is and link with other naturists much earlier than I did. The problem now, however, is the phrase naked teen and occasionally even "Naturist Teen" is web-speak for child pornography. Typing the phrases nudism questions for teenagers or naturism for teens or any other phrase including versions of the words nude and adolescent into Google will return plenty of search results, but nothing close to what we would consider great information about naturism. Accessibility to electronic communication devices with built-in cameras and pic services including Snapchat, hence, provide teenagers with what for many of them is likely their only outlet to participate in nude behaviour. Assuming they didn't grow up in a nudist family (which applies to most adolescents), any specified teen likely lacks the ability to go where most naturists congregate private resorts and legal naked beaches. To begin with, most private naturist resorts don't admit unaccompanied minors for various motives. Additionally, most teenagers under the age of 16 can not drive. If they can somehow get to a publicly-accessible unclothed space, they may not (and likely should not) go alone. This brings up the thought of attempting to talk about naturism with pals to be able to locate a partner to go with. Join this with myriad state-by-state laws regarding public nudity, and it is not surprising that teens stick to something simple like photographing themselves with their mobiles. So what are we naturists to do? It's a shame that we are not addressing this age group. They're going through an essential period within their physical and mental growth, in which they're forming lots of views about their bodies many of which will last for decades in the future. We know that some of those teens will finally become practicing naturists and naturists. And the propagating of nude photos via sexting is not helping the issue. It appears to me that there's an enormous information vacuum that needs to be filled. If you will find great naturism resources particularly for teens out there somewhere, I haven't been able to find them. One action item I would propose is assembling a free downloadable guide to naturism especially for amateurs, giving some outlines as to what they are able to and can not do (or shouldn't do). It could also provide links to great websites and web sites that positively depict naturism, which would help goddess avoid the compact net woods consisting of porn sites that masquerade as naturism / nudism sites. I do not really have any responses beyond that. The chief purpose of the site posting is to get the discussion started. What do you believe? What, if anything, can we do to teach adolescents about naturism? This article about education a naturist babes was published by - Young Naturists And Nudists America Tags: culture, teens Category: Naturism and Naturism, Nudist Kids and Issues with Nudity and Children, Social Nudity Sites About the Author (Author Profile) Erik Jakobsen works in New York City, lives in New Jersey and continues to be an avid nudist for 25 years. He's a frequent contributor to FKK's sites.
Nudist Clothing and Lingerie - What Clothes is Unsuitable or also sexyforNudists?
The problem of Nudist Garments or better yet - Nudists and Clothing! Nudist Garments - Yes, I know this question sounds like an oxymoron. But I really got to thinking about it after the Bare Necessities unclothed cruise. It was an adults-only cruise, so that undoubtedly had an effect on the vibe and what folks chose to wear. It was clothes-optional, and while most people were fully unclothed outside during the day, the scene changed a bit at night. You couldn't wear lingerie or "fetish wear" to the dining hall, but people wore it everywhere else. Some of it was like a sexy nudist costume predicated on the subject of the night. Do not get me wrong. It wasn't as if the boat unexpectedly became a fetish party boat, but there was a lot of freedom as far as what people could wear. I saw a guy wearing the panties pictured below, on the cruise in broad daylight. (This photo is courtesy of Babeland.com, the sex toy store.) I enjoy the notion of having the independence to wear as much or as little clothes as I need, without needing to be concerned about covering parts that the remainder of society considers indecent, like nipples. I think other naturists would agree that it'd be fine if this independence weren't exclusive to nudist settings. But since society doesn't yet give us this naked liberty, we are stuck with our designated areas where we can go to be naked. Some places are nudity-needed, but even for ones that don't label themselves clothing-optional, we all understand that sometimes people have to put on clothes. Can there be garments considered inappropriate for nudist locations? It'd appear most clubs have rules on nudity, but not too much on clothes. Why would they, right? Well, maybe you've been to among the clubs that has lingerie parties. Many clubs are a typical nudist placing during the day, and then things get just a little more risque in the club house dance or night club bashes. From my own observations, mainly women put on lingerie, hot nudist accessories, tight see through dresses and the like. Naturist Garments - Lingerie apparel is too hot for nudists and naturism? Now, are these places still considered nudist clubs? By AANR's standards, yes they are, so long as no obvious sexual activity happens. Many are also family-oriented, or promise to be. By logic, one would believe that lingerie and such clothing will not have a place in naturist sites because: 1) Presumably, people see nudist clubs because they wish to be naked and textile-free. 2) The terms naturism and naturism have different significance depending on who you speak to, but *I believe* we can all agree that both are about non sexual nudity. I understand that people like to dress up and feel pretty or hot, whether they're a naturist or not. And clothing or accessories can also be a means for folks to express themselves. Some were adamant about it being unsuitable. Is Lingerie Appropriate or Inappropriate in Naturist Settings? A female friend on Facebook also said: I do not believe lingerie has any place in naturism/naturism. Lingerie sexualizes the body and when that type of clothing is mixed in with nudism it can now not be considered non sexual. That being said I haven't any problem wearing lingerie to a fetish party or something labeled like that. I was really surprised the first time I went to an aanr associated club that had a lingerie party at night. It still baffles me a bit and makes me believe that folks simply aren't capable of living a regular life clothes free it must be some sort of sexual expression because they only cannot separate the two in their heads. A comment on the AskANudist Facebook page had the opposite perspective: "I believe rules need a positive intent to exist. I see no reason to restrict garments in any manner in a clothes elective scenario. Even in those areas where nudity is needed, there should be exceptions for health and temperatures below 75F. If someone is sexually aroused by someone else's clothing choices, it's the problem of the aroused person to get their act together. I do not care what other people wear or don't wear." I think it is fine after the child's curfew at the resort so after approximately 9 or 10 pm. It is really the parent's call afterward how much their kids are exposed to it after that. We should not dismiss our sexuality completely so in my opinion there is a proper time and an improper time for this at a naturist resort and the same goes in a kid's growth. A Nuidst Clothes Reply on AskANudist.com This question also reminds me of among the group discussions at the Mid-Winter Naturist Festival entitled "Is nudism too conservative for mainstream America?" The workshop leader was basically asking if naturists needed to relax the rules a bit on the sexuality front to draw in more people. Not permitting public sex, but as a good example, having more of a "spring break" surroundings with wet t-shirt contests and such. If there were suddenly a national naturist rule against lingerie / any sexual garments, would people suddenly begin losing interest? If there were more leniency, would we gain more interest? As I hinted above, there aren't any present rules on this. So I think it's up to every person and every club to discover what's acceptable. So what does everybody think about naturists and clothes? Should naturist clubs and resorts require nudity at celebrations and dancing too? Should they have rules on clothing or slack the rules more? Perhaps you have been to nightclubs with lingerie dancing?


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"…A common complaint was that Republicans, and not the president, are preventing economic progress on the local front. There was little hope the tenor would change anytime soon.
"We need jobs. [Republicans] have been in there eight months. What jobs have they provided? They're not going to support any jobs bill until October [2012] because they want to see him defeated," says Kay Jenkins of Galva.
Jobs were the primary concern of the many union laborers in both audiences Wednesday. Many say projects funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act helped stimulate construction jobs in the area, such as the new fire station in downtown Atkinson. However, they say they fear Congress will prevent a continuation of even that progress.
"The anger is mostly towards Congress here, but it does spill out," says Ron Hickey, a union laborer from Ottawa. "They're playing around too much when they should compromise and get to work."
As for those flags lining the route of the president's motorcade, they were the product of Larry Eckhardt of Little York, who shows up in the area and plants them roadside whenever the body of a local war veteran returns home. Mr. Eckhardt has been doing this for five years in his free time as a retiree following years working at International Harvester.
Sporting a red, white and blue shirt, he says he is cheered by both the love of his country and Obama's tenacity ("this man here is phenomenal"), but agrees with most interviewed here that Congress is working against the nation's best interest…"
So… since Republicans have held the House for the past 8 months… it doesn't matter that Democrats have held Congress (House AND Senate) for 4 years prior? Or that they had a super-majority to do whatever they wanted (and did in Obamacare)?