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If you are at all into wheelin', you probably know that reduced tire pressure provides you with better traction, among other things. Running low tire pressures also allows the tire to conform to those sharp rocks and thus reduces the chances of you shredding a tire. But....once you are at the end of the trail, you need to fill those tires back up to their normal street pressure before heading for home. Running reduced tire pressure on the street is NOT something you want to do. A regular air tank, filled from the garage air compressor, does not hold enough air to fill those meaty off-road tires. If you do not wish to install a belt driven York compressor under the hood and a 12V compressor is not on your list of priority mods, then you might want to consider a CO2 tank.
Powertank offers a variety of ready built CO2 systems. They are rather expensive, in my opinion. However, I've never heard anyone complain about the quality of the equipment so it appears you are getting what you pay for. The Powertank also comes with a couple of things I do not consider necessary, such as the gauges. CO2 tanks maintain a relatively constant tank pressure until just seconds before they are empty. As such, a high pressure gauge connected to the tank is of little use. It will indicate the tank has good pressure until it is just 15 seconds from empty. Wow, that's really valuable information when you are out on the trail. Unless you plan on running an adjustable regulator (more about later), having a gauge to monitor the output pressure is also of no use. The Powertank web site has some good reading info on it and I suggest anyone thinking about a CO2 system to spend some time and browse the site.
You can make your own CO2 system, skip the middle man, and
pocket the money you save. You don't need any special tools for this
project (now that is nice for a change!) and once you have purchased the parts,
it should only take you a few minutes to assemble it into a working CO2 system.
I've heard that tanks can be had on eBay and such places for a very reasonable
price. As with so many Jeep related projects, take you time, do your
homework, and you should be able to save some money and end up with a job well
Here is my CO2 system. It consists of a 10# aluminum tank, fixed pressure regulator, and delivery hose. The remainder of this write-up will go into a little more detail about the system and safety features. Let's take a look at what I have used on my CO2 system. This write-up is not attempting to tell you what is best or what components you must purchase. Instead, I hope to provide you with enough information that you will be able to put together a CO2 system that will suit your needs and not cause you to spend more than is necessary.
Here is the hose, pressure regulator, tire chuck, and blow nozzle that I use on my CO2 tank. The air chuck, blow nozzle, and quick disconnects that attach them to the hose were obtained from the local ACE Hardware store. Nothing fancy there.....these are the same ones you would use on any regular air tank. While the primary use of this CO2 system is for filling my TJ's tires, I have to admit that the blow nozzle is pretty handy for getting those dust bunnies out of the inside of the PC!
I bought my CO2 system from a friend of mine who had won it in a raffle. It had been assembled by a CA company who specializes in a variety of gas products. As such, my tank was put together with, what I believe to be, better quality components than the average hardware store variety project. Here is the fitting that attaches the hose to the regulator. It is a screw on fitting that only needs to be finger tight in order to have no leaks. The fitting has special grooves cut through the threads that safely bleeds the pressure when you unscrew it (after use).
The regulator is a fixed pressure unit that provides approximately 150 PSI output. I don't know the flow rate (they make high and low flow regulators) of this regulator but it does a good job on filling tires. If you require a specific output pressure form the regulator, such as 90 PSI for an ARB air locker, you will want to spend a few more dollars and purchase an adjustable regulator with an output pressure gauge. A good friend of mine uses his CO2 system to power his ARBs and it works great. He has a small (low flow) regulator that cost him about $25. It is on the end of a quick disconnect fitting so he an easily connect it to the CO2 tank when he hits the trail and uses his lockers. At the end of the trail, he pops the hose (going to the adjustable regulator) off the tank and uses it to fill his tires. The small adjustable regulator is fed from the 150 PSI fixed regulator. Doing it this way allows him to leave the fixed regulator connected to the CO2 tank all the time.
The hose I use is specifically made for CO2 and nitrogen tank systems. As can be seen in the photo above, the working pressure of the hose is 600 PSI and the burst pressure is 2200 PSI. These ratings are probably over kill considering the hose sees just 150 PSI when the CO2 system is in use. However, if my regulator were to fail open (I don't know if the design would allow that to happen), the hose should survive the regulator failure. Normal tank pressure is in the 700 PSI range.
I got my buddy to snap a picture of his CO2 tank. His does not have the handle/valve protector on it like mine does. This is a typical steel tank that is exchanged for a full tank at the local weld shop. The regulator is a fixed pressure regulator (brand unknown).
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In this Spring Cleaning Your Life in a Week Series, I wanted to explore the thought of spring cleaning your mind. Specifically, in the area of cleaning out the fear and often paralyzing self-doubt. And replacing it with confidence and a fresh boldness to pursue your dreams, goals, and passions.
As moms, we have so much to manage, plan, juggle, balance, and let's not forget clean! But we have goals we want to reach – like losing that stubborn baby weight… or toddler weight in my case!
We have passions we want to pursue outside of our jobs and our home life. Maybe you want to start a blog like this one or start an outline store to sell your handmade creations.
There's just one problem… one obstacle standing in our way.
Fear and its cousin who runs close behind – self-doubt.
So how do we find that confidence and fresh boldness?
That's what this post is all about! Get wisdom from different lovely women who make it their business to inspire women and moms to push past our excuses and get it done. Read excerpts from these inspiring posts and click the link at the end of each section to read the full posts.
Before we get to this post, here are the other Spring Clean Your Life in a Week Posts:
9 Ways to Clean and Tidy Faster, Better, and With Fewer Chemicals
9 Ways to Kick Self-Doubt and Negative Thinking to Follow your Dreams this Year!
15 Resources and Freebies to Reignite the Romance in your Marriage!
21 Cheat Sheet Meals to Change How You Make Dinner Forever!
7 Blogging Courses Under $100 to Reignite Your Blogging Fire and Traffic
17 Organizational Freebies to Organize Every Area of Your Life and Home!
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27 Ways to Pursue Your Passion as a Crazy Busy Mom
The subject's of passion and purpose are close to my heart, so I had to kick off this roundup with one of my own posts! I put together a resource post filled with inspiration on why it's healthy to pursue your passion, the difference between passion and purpose, and 27 super simple ways to follow your passion as a busy mom.
Read the full post here!
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Why Your Goals Aren't Working and What You Need to Do
"Blindly making a goal of meeting XYZ without knowing the full set of consequences may be setting you up for indirect failure. And that indirect failure may be more harmful to your happiness and those around you than you were ever aware of.
So my thoughts are, goals are only good when the outcome is win-win. If goals come at the cost of your family's quality of life, it's a short-term win and a long-term loss."
Read the full post from Bridget @ThisMomLIfe here!
Being a Stay at Home Mom While Pursuing your Dreams
"I cannot even begin to tell you the amount of joy I get from raising these two little girls. I love being able to stay home with them, love on them, clean up after and with them, take care of them.
I genuinely do love fostering their gifts and holding their hands through the trying times. What I've realized is that along with being a mom, I have other dreams and passions I didn't even know existed.
Figuring out how to merge all of these things together has been difficult, but one thing rings true: I am a better mom when I do something for myself. And it is not selfish, by any means."
Read the full post from Jenny @ RaisingThemKind Here!
How to Overcome Self Doubt for Good
"It is so easy to get caught up in the vicious cycle of self-doubt and negative self-talk. I use to (and still do at times) have this irrational fear of failure. I was so scared of failing that I held myself back from trying anything new. If I did actually try something new, I wouldn't dare tell anyone that I was, because I was scared if I did fail, they would judge me, and that left me with no support system or accountability, which often led me to failure. (vicious cycle, I know).
BUT, eventually I become so accustomed to not trying new things that it became normal for me, and then I became bored and uninspired by anything, and with that I was using the "There is no point in trying I will just give up or fail" as an excuse to stay inside my comfort zone .
Luckily, I broke out of that rut and realized that I enjoy personal growth and personal improvement and that in order to achieve either of those things, I had to leave my very cozy comfort zone, I needed to take a few risks, and I needed to stop being terrified of failure. But most importantly, I needed to stop using my fear of failing as an excuse. So I did."
Read the full post from Adjusting to Adulthood here!
Forget Overcoming Your Fear, You Need to Understand Your Fear
"You have goals and dreams you want to achieve, but you're stuck at "I'm afraid." Like the opening montage to an amazing movie, it starts playing and before the movie picks up, you hit the escape button.
So instead of thinking about all the good possibilities that could happen, we freeze, hit escape, and stay where it's safe in our comfort zones.
Nothing bad happens in the comfort zone, but nothing great happens either. You're still "safe and sound" in a situation you're not loving. And every time you submit your thoughts and your actions to the fear, you're actually reinforcing it.
We may not be able to control what happens to us or change the system, BUT we can control our thoughts. In this space, you are in control."
Read the full post from Nadalie Bardo here!
If You're Not Sure of Your Purpose, Follow Your Passion
"When I found my sweet spot–that place where our passion, what we're good at (our skill) and God's timing collide, it was divine. I love how my dear friend, Ann Voskamp puts it, "You were made for the place where your real passion meets compassion because there lies your real purpose."
Saying yes to our purpose is more about courage and faith than opportunity and success. I don't think we always recognize our God-sized dream for what it is, especially when it's wrapped up in our normalcy."
Read the full post from Kristen @WeAreThatFamily here!
How Motherhood Prepares You to Run a Business
"So much of my time was focused on this sweet child I was raising, but I couldn't completely let myself go. In those free moments, I was consumed with how to improve myself, as a wife, mother, contributor to society etc.
I began using my time to learn valuable skills. When my baby was little I would read articles during late night feedings or work on a course that taught a practical skill.
This helped me stay fulfilled and confident. Although I knew nothing was more important than that little cutie, it did give me some much needed "me time."
Read the full post from McKinzie @MomsMakeCents here!
28 Books to Read in 2018
This post is full is great books to read this year in every area:
Your personal enjoyment AKA Fiction
Personal Growth
Get the full list from Kayse @IntentionalMoms here!
How to Boost Your Confidence and Overcome Self Doubt
"To overcome self-doubt requires affirmative action while being attentive to the inner critic — that is, you take action in spite of the doubt.
In a recent documentary highlighting the sport of accelerated free falling, the adventurer is asked by a reporter if he felt fear before jumping. He reassured him fear was present during every jump and reminded him of the inherent dangers associated with the sport. He managed his fear by turning down the volume on it so it didn't overwhelm him."
Read the full post from Medium here!
What's your biggest struggle holding you back from pursuing your dreams, goals, and passions? Share in the comments below!


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Some Thoughts on Psalm 73
These days I am preaching on psalm 73 at Wangsung English Ministry . This is a very deep wisdom psalm and it has a 'pivotal' role in the editing of the Psalter (it appears in the middle of the Psalter, the first of Book III).
To prepare for my sermon I try to read a few good commentaries (the best must be the one by Allen P. Ross) and to listen to a few good sermons (usually from the Gospel Coalition site). Of course – one of the best on this must be Martyn-Lloyd Jones (see his book Faith on Trial).
This week I decided to also take a look at the Jewish perspective, and I found in my library the book A Rabbi Reads the Psalms, by Jonathan Magonet. It has some good insights, but I am not sure (from reading only the section on psalm 73), that it is worth the buy.
In any case, I find this quote from Levi Yitschak of Berditchev useful in connection with Psalm 73 (p. 188):
"I do not beg You to reveal to me the secret of Your ways – I could not bear it. But show me one thing; show it to me more clearly and more deeply; show me what this, which is happening at this very moment, means to me, what it demands of me, what You, Eternal One of the world, are telling me by way of it. Ah, it is not why I suffer, that I wish to know, but only whether I suffer for Your sake."
Tatsuya Shindo – The Commitment of a Yakuza Preacher
Tatsuya Shindo was a gangster in Japan. More precisely he was a Yakuza.
He converted to Christianity in one of his prison stints and is now a pastor/preacher in a converted bar. You can read more about him here.
What really inspired me, and should encourage every church planter, was his commitment to preaching. After he became a Christian in prison, he felt called to be a pastor and to preach the gospel. According to his testimony at the TTGU Chapel, he preached for 6 months only to a dog. That was his only audience, but he persevered because he believed that God called him to preach the Gospel.
How many of us have displayed and will display that kind of commitment and perseverence?
Now he has been blessed by the Lord. His church is full and he has been used by God for a revival in some of Japan's toughest jails.
Praise the Lord and let's keep our brother Tatsuya Shindo and Japan in our prayers. Maybe revival in Japan will start from the prison!?
A Great Conference on God, Manhood, and Ministry
I am back from India and from a short vacation.
I feel that I need some solid teaching from people who are wiser than me (and there are many of those).
Therefore, I decided to watch live the conference on manhood from John Piper's pastoral conference.
Doug Wilson has has started with "Father Hunger" in Leading the Home. It looks good with solid biblical teaching. I highly recommend it.
If you are interested, you can find the link here: http://www.desiringgod.org/live. ENJOY!
Christmas in Korea 2011 – Christmas Is for Those Who Hate It Most
I am still in Seoul. And it is cold (-5C). But thank God for my warm office (thanks to my portable heater) and so much more!
While I am still preaching through Isaiah 9:6 (I should preach on Sunday on "Prince of Peace") I find it easier to borrow from someone else than to write my own Christmas thoughts (I may have more to say on Saturday evening, but that is kind of late :)).
So here is a fine writing from Matt Redmond about Christmas:
Christmas Is for Those Who Hate It Most.
Great points and hard to argue with the man!
Here are some of my favorite lines:
"I think we have it all backwards. We have it sunk deep into our collective cultural consciousness that Christmas is for the happy people. You know, those with idyllic family situations enjoyed around stocking-strewn hearth dreams. Christmas is for healthy people who laugh easily and at all the right times, right? The successful and the beautiful, who live in suburban bliss, can easily enjoy the holidays…Jesus came for those who look in the mirror and see ugliness. Jesus came for daughters whose fathers never told them they were beautiful. Christmas is for those who go to "wing night" alone…Christmas is for prostitutes, adulterers, and porn stars who long for love in every wrong place…Christmas is really about the gospel of grace for sinners. Because of all that Christ has done on the cross, the manger becomes the most hopeful place in a universe darkened with hopelessness. In the irony of all ironies, Christmas is for those who will find it the hardest to enjoy. It really is for those who hate it most."
Reading the Bible with the Reformers – Timothy George
Even though I was raised in a Romanian Baptist family without any access to the church fathers or the reformers (it was under communism when Christian literature was very scarce), I was attracted toward them from the very beginning. While many of the church fathers are usually associated with the Orthodox Church which was understood as being (mostly) dead in Romania when I grew up as a Baptist, there is no doubt in my mind that many of the writings of the church fathers are still very useful for the church. After all, the Holy Spirit has a history, and to read the Bible with the church fathers, the Reformers, and the Puritans is like having a bible study across the centuries.
EASTER GREETINGS from the EMPTY TOMB
Here are some greetings (only 2 minutes) from the empty tomb from Dr. Bryan Chapell, author of Christ-Centered Preaching .
HAPPY RESURRECTION SUNDAY to all!
Pastor Cris
The Boundaries of Love
I recently read a story about a group of about eleven women who were asked if they were faithful to their husbands. Only one answered in the affirmative. Another one of them was also faithful, but was too ashamed to raise her hand to acknowledge that.
This is the kind of culture in which we live, a culture in which people are ashamed of fidelity. Al Mohler, the president of Southern Seminary is correct when he says that "we are an adulterous generation." And this is confirmed by a spokesman of Generation X: "We are the first generation in which adultery is now not an issue. We have so little expectation of monogamy or of faithfulness, adultery is just no big deal." Gladly, that is not true of his entire generation, but it does seem increasingly true of the culture at large.
However, in this context of unfaithfulness, when society considers adultery the modern/sophisticated (even mature) way to live, the Bible is again countercultural by insisting that the mature is the one who lives in obedience to God. And God's word on this issue is very clear and direct: You shall not commit adultery! In an "adulterous generation" we are called to faithfulness in marriage.
Bono on Grace
Here is a great interview of Bono from The Poached Egg.
Interview with Shahbaz Bhatti in October 2010 – Seoul, Korea
This is a heavily edited interview with Bhatti in Seoul, Korea. The editing was done mostly by a student from TTGST. For the interview I had about 5 written questions, but I also asked him some random questions when I did not forget what I wanted to ask! 🙂
Preaching the Ten Commandments Today
These days, following the lead of our pastor Daniel Kim, we are preaching through the ten commandments at Hallelujah English Ministry. In Hebrew it is actually the ten words (עֲשֶׂ֖רֶת הַדְּבָרִֽים).
I just started another website to post some material related to this. You can find the new website here Preaching the Ten Commandments.
When I heard about the intention of the senior pastor I was not very excited. I never preached from the ten commandments and I was planning to continue my preaching through Genesis (the Isaac story), and later from Ecclesiastes. However, since pastor Steve Chang started preaching through the ten commandments while I was in the hospital (he preached through the first four), I had to continue when I came out, especially since he left for his sabbatical.
As I started preparing for my sermons I realized that there was a lot of wisdom in preaching through the ten commandments, as they reflect the character of God and as the law functions as a mirror that should lead us to God and the cross. (Of course – the law has other functions: map/guide, muzzle/restrain etc).
So far – I find these books the most useful for my preparation (my time is limited, partly because of my knee injury):
Keeping the Ten Commandments by J. I Packer – this is a good and brief introduction to the commandments from a great contemporary theologian.
Written in Stone: The Ten Commandments and Today's Moral Crisis by Philip Ryken – this is the best resource for teaching/preaching I have found so far. It is very insightful and informed!!! He gives very good guidelines for understanding OT law and has a very good grasp of the Reformed catechisms (Heidelberg and Westminster) and of today's culture.
Words from the Fire by Albert Mohler – this is also very insightful, but I find Ryken better.
You can get all of these 3 books on KINDLE (as I did), and that makes it much easier to take notes. If you can only afford two (or have limited time), go for the first two.
Two more books look useful, but I have not been able to access one of them in time though I wish I had it (it is not available in Kindle):
How Jesus Transforms the Ten Commandments by Edmund Clowney. I do not have access to this, but knowing Clowney's theology and preaching I am sure it would be very useful. See the first review on Amazon for a good idea about this book.
The Ten Commandments in History: Mosaic Paradigms for a Well-Ordered Society also looks good (and I found it in my library), but I have not had very much time to look at this and I haven't used it (almost) at all in my preparation. However, it seems worth looking at especially for its chapter on Jonathan Edwards etc.
My sermons (from the 5th commandment on) can be found here. They are from the early (10 a.m.) service because the second one is not recorded anymore. However, starting in March we will have only one service at 11:30 am.
Again – some material/notes for preaching the ten commandments should be poster here: Preaching the Ten Commandments.


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Spotlight on… Cam Newton, QB, Carolina Panthers
When: Monday night Cam Newton faces off with Andrew Luck. This was supposed to be Luck's coronation season and Newton's comeuppance. Oops.
What's up: Newton enters the game as a strong MVP candidate, having guided the Panthers to their first 6-0 start in team history. Newton bathes in the spotlight. In three Monday night starts, he owns a 102.8 rating, with seven passing touchdowns and two rushing scores.
Background: Newton and Luck share a common bond. Both were finalists for the Heisman Trophy after the 2010 season. Had Luck gone pro after his junior season at Stanford, he would be leading the Panthers instead of inspiring the "Suck for Luck" campaign that landed him in Indianapolis following Peyton Manning's neck injury. Now the question is being asked if Newton is better.
Renck's take: Luck continues to trudge through a down year with a terrible offensive line while dealing with a shoulder injury that has compromised his accuracy. Still, Newton's growth demands respect. He has evolved from a diva into a genuine leader. And he brings a rare duality to the position: His passing stats are decent — 1,275 yards, nine touchdowns and seven interceptions with scarce weapons — but his rushing marks stand out: 245 yards and four scores. He's on pace to run for 653 yards, more than any Bronco. Colts cornerback Darius Butler summed up Netwon's season thusly: "He's kind of like the player you would create on Madden."


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What is the Basic of Youthful Appearance?
The aging process diminishes youthful appearance. The basic of youth – such symbolic piece of myth that refers to immortality has been used over and over again on diverse forms of literature both in the past and in the present. Often, the basis of youth's cataloging as myth is faced from time to time with some expeditions or travels that ascertain to have eventually found the fountain's location. However, this repeated symbol of everlasting youth in most forms of literature and art, confirms man's essential affinity with immortality.
In our modern situation, this earnest desire for immortality is practically within mankind's hold with the promise of better technologies and sciences in the coming future. However, to totally grasp and realize the means of obtaining eternal life or a very long life span in the very least, one must first see the progression behind our aging. This query kept many bright scientists hell-bent on probing for evidences and theories that may respond such persistent query.
Although the course of these scientific researches on the realm of human aging, scientists could come up with a term that refers to the human aging process – senescence. This term denotes to a deterioration implication that demonstrates itself as people get old. Senescence is believed to be the result of a biochemical deregulation that is a natural component of life.
Nevertheless, the effects of senescence diverge among varied species. Take for an instance a bat and a rodent, both of them are classified as mammals and both are of the same size, but a bat normally lives longer than a rodent for the former can live up to 30 years while the latter usually have a life span of only two to three years. However, some animal species such as rockfish, turtles, and lobsters show a certain trait known as the insignificant senescence. This trait supports these specific animal species to live through a longer period of time compared to other species. Some of these species can even live for an incredible span of 200 years.
Findings through far-reaching studies that were conducted by numerous scientists imply that this unusual trait is a result of evolutionary and genetic features that rule over these animals' life durability. However, scientists still find it hard to integrate this kind of trait to humans and the reason behind it is quite simple: we humans live under a entirely different environment when compared to those animals that enjoy the negligible senescence trait.
The best thing that we humans can do for now is to first and foremost decide the various aspects that increase the process of aging and to address these features accordingly. One of the most noticeable reasons or factors behind aging is stress. In a nutshell, the dynamics of stress merely say that continuous beatings and punishments that our bodies take from everyday jobs lead to hormone disruption which can eventually lead to cell destruction.
Additionally, the deterioration of the hypothalamus, a gland that resides in your head, is also one of the influential factors of aging. The hypothalamus is exclusively responsible for setting the "traffic" of numerous hormones to other glands. Through the course of time, the hypothalamus becomes tired and tends to be erroneous in releasing proper amounts of hormone to other glands in the human body. This causes to imbalanced hormone levels which cause destruction to tissues.
Outer features brought about by the environment are also some of the very possible reasons behind the aging process. Environmental troubles such as pollution, radiation, contaminants together with self-induced stress, and poor nutrition cause damage on human cells. Significant damage is immediately affected upon these cells once they are unprotected to such harmful external factors. Cells play a very significant role on the process of aging because they comprise valuable information for the human body's growth. Whenever a cell reproduces or divides itself, it makes sure that the new cell is of the same level with the previous cell that it originated from. If that previous cell received any smallest form of damaged from the previously stated factors, it will then brood new cells that possess slightly deformed information sets. This will cause to start a trend of degenerated cells which causes to what is generally known as the aging process.
Among these scientific theories that deal with the process of aging the Free Radical Theory tends to be the most widespread among contemporary American health buffs. This theory suggests that awfully reactive chemicals, which the term free radicals refer to, are responsible for inflicting damage to the human body's tissues. In general, however, these free radicals are not totally bad for the human body for they also serve several purposes for the body's development. But what is damaging to the human body, particularly to the tissues, is the free radicals' capability to reproduce itself in excessive amounts. Free radicals are gifted with an extra electron which makes them more skilled of stealing electrons from other molecules which they tend to do very often. This act eventually leads to a very hazardous cycle that can burnout the cells from continuously repairing damaged molecules.
With these various theories that try to interpret the process of aging, certain medical resolutions are also devised to combat the unavoidable aging ritual. The most common among these medical solutions are taking vitamin C and vitamin E supplements to battle stress and to balance out the damage tempted by free radicals in the body. Another effective method is to lessen your average intake of junk foods and replacing it with healthier food choices such as fruits and vegetables.
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There are many popular motorcycle rides that one can endure all over the world. That great ride will bring the motorcyclist freedom of riding and flying all at once, at the same time enjoying natures beautiful scenery. What biker wouldn't love a long road trip with many miles, thrills and twists all along the way? Going on a road trip gives an up close and personal connection with many of the places that are passed through while riding. In the last 10 years, riding has become a worldwide event for many and they will travel almost anywhere to turn up the throttle.
The Great Ocean Road In Australia
This event is a one day ride that stretches for approximately 180 miles, everyone is invited to participate if visiting in this beautiful area. While you are on your journey you will enjoy a cool breeze driving from Melbourne to Petersbrough. Make sure that you bring yourself a passenger to witness the shoreline rain forest and view the outstanding surfing beaches.
Pacific Coast Highway In California
Gas up for this stellar ride from San Luis Obispo right into the busy city of San Francisco. During your 200 mile ride you will endure massive cliffs, the raging surf crashing into Big Sur, a thrilling two lane highway to bob and weave and get a breath-taking view of the amazing Redwood Forests.
Fjordland In Norway
You will begin this journey starting off in Bergen and completing the ride in Andalsnes, which is 280 miles of joyful fun. This event takes a different turn and at some point you will ride a ferry or maybe two to get you to your next destination.
Dales And Moors In Yorkshire,England
This one day ride will take you over 270 long scenic miles from Kendal to Whitby. During your ride you will be thrilled with the non-stop sudden bends that just pop up out of nowhere. Next thing you know it you can put your throttle up to full blast on the miles of the long straights. Don't forget to stop in the peaceful village of Whitby for some fishing, you can pick up some fish and chips and drink a pint of the amazing made ale.
The Tunnel Of Trees Road In Michigan
This is a hot spot for bikers across the United States, located between where Lake Huron and Lake Michigan meet. During your ride, you will see a glimpse of old cabins and drive through an extremely dense forest. While you are driving all you can actually see is a tunnel of trees that go on for miles and miles. This is a dream world for anyone driving on two wheels because it is a very narrow road.
By visiting one of these beautiful outings, the thrill will always to get from point "A" to point "B'. Sometimes that ride will create thrill, adventure and heighten ones enjoyment! You are now in the scene and being present can be very overwhelming.


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What now, haters?: Duterte admin slays its first legit drug lord
tüm gazino oyunları MANILA — After suspected drug lord Meco Tan was shot dead by police during a chase Friday, operatives of the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) raided a Valenzuela City warehouse suspected to have been used by Tan as his drug laboratory.
The warehouse is located in the so-called "Plastic City" on T. Santiago St., Valenzuela City.
PNP Director General Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa led the inspection of the warehouse and found 10 other Chinese nationals there.
When Dela Rosa talked to them, most were able to respond to him in Tagalog because they have been staying in the Philippines for six years now.
"Meco Tan is the first Chinese drug lord in the Philippines that was killed in an operation," Dela Rosa said in an interview over ANC.
"We are always criticized that we only apprehend street pushers, but this (operation) proves we are also after high value targets," he underscored.
Reports said that members of the Valenzuela police Anti-Illegal Drugs Group (AIDG) swooped down at a local property to serve an arrest warrant against Tan before dawn Friday.
"When PNP officials went there to serve the warrant, a white car fled from the area. Police chased the car, engaged in a shootout," narrated Dela Rosa. Tan was later killed inside the vehicle.
The PNP and PDEA are now in control of the warehouse where, as of this posting, ingredients and materials in the making of plastic products have been found.
The PNP said this was the warehouse where members of the PNP Anti-Illegal Drug Group (PNP AIDG) first found Tan early Friday morning and where they attempted to serve him a warrant of arrest. (The first breaking news described the place as the house of Tan.)
Upon seeing the lawmen, Tan allegedly escaped aboard his Honda Civic, shots were fired by both parties during an ensuing chase and Tan ended up dead in the process, according to the police.
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Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer , Politiko


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Why we recommend it
Package details
Book by 24 January 20
* Return Flights. Includes 23kg luggage allowance, meals, drinks and all airfare taxes.
* Personal meet and greet at Nadi airport with a welcome shell lei
* Return transfers in Fiji
Accommodation & Meals
* 6 nights in an Ocean View room, twin share
* Your breakfast, lunch & dinner daily#
Warwick Fiji Extras
* 2 kids under 12 fly, stay & eat from $1 each^! Kids eat free from the buffet at Bula Brasserie when dining with adults
* 2x 30 minute Vakacegu massages per booking
* Night Snorkelling or entrance to Firewalking for 2 adults
* Biausevu Waterfall Trip for 2 adults & 2 kids
* Coral Viewing Glass Bottom Boat trip for 2 adults & 2 kids
* Sigatoka Shopping Trip for 2 adults & 2 kids
* Pre-dinner drinks and canapes in the Warwick Club Lounge for 2 adults, valid for travel 01 Feb - 31 Mar 20, 01 - 30 Nov 20 only
* Use of selected non-motorised water activities
* Add extra nights from $200 per person
Advertised price valid for travel ex Sydney & Brisbane 01 Feb - 31 Mar 20, add from $60pp for 03 May - 21 Jun 20, 01 - 31 Aug 20, 19 Oct - 30 Nov 20; ex Melbourne 01 Feb - 25 Mar 20, add from $60pp for 03 May - 21 Jun 20, 01 - 31 Aug 20, 19 Oct - 30 Nov 20, subject to availability. Limited seats are available on some departure dates.
^Kids fly from $1 each is valid for travel 01 Feb - 31 Mar 20, 03 - 31 May 20, 01 - 30 Nov 20 only. For travel outside of these dates kids fly from $199 each from Sydney and Brisbane and $249 each from Melbourne. Maximum 2 kids per booking, 1 child per paying adult.
Prices shown are a guide only, based on low season availability & some conditions. Please contact one of our Holiday Champions for an exact quote on the dates you wish to travel & any conditions that may apply.
Warwick Fiji
Holiday makers looking for a touch of something special on their next Fijian getaway need look no further than the Coral Coast's The Warwick Fiji. Trust us, you'll never want to leave this beautiful resort, and when you see the awe-inspiring views you'll understand why.
Located amongst sandy beaches and tropical flowers, the resort has everything you could ask for in island living. The staff are exceptionally friendly and the facilities are second to none, making it tough to drag yourself away at the end of a well-deserved holiday.
If you are tempted to stray from your accommodation, head to the local Fijian villages for a taste of the traditional way of life. Make sure you take in the Biausevu Waterfall, and dive into the Bega Lagoon to get a close up look at some of Fiji's most amazing tropical fish.
Once you return to your room, you'll fall in love all over again with the sweeping ocean and garden views, complemented by the rooms' elegant styling and array of creature comforts. Air conditioning takes the edge off the tropical summer heat, while coffee makers and mini-bars are available to treat those who want a taste of home.
Drop the kids off with an on-site baby sitter or take them to the supervised Kids' Club before you sneak away to the swimming pool for an afternoon of child-free bliss. Throw in a cocktail at the swim-up bar and you've got a recipe for holiday success! Just don't forget to pick the kids back up afterwards.
Sporty types will love the flood-lit tennis courts, 18-hole miniature golf course and archery available at the resort, with the added bonus of glass wall squash courts to really sweat out that pina colada. Follow an exercise session with some pampering at The Warwick Fiji and return from your holiday feeling refreshed and revitalised - and aching to go back!
Located on a white sand beach with clear lagoon waters, this large resort is located a 90 minute drive from Nadi, and offers a wide range of activities to keep you entertained.
You can never run out of things to do at The Warwick Fiji. The Warwick Fiji offers a wide range of land and water activities designed to keep guests entertained and occupied throughout their stay in this tropical paradise.
The resort includes a number of stunning fresh water swimming pools. The Nadi Wing pool is the main meeting place, where guests can indulge themselves in a game of pool volleyball or simply relax by the swim-up pool bar. Kids can enjoy themselves in the kids pool or join their parents in the Jacuzzi. For a quieter day, the Suva Wing pool is the perfect choice.
Feel like some pampering then the Warwick Fiji spa is a must, where a fusion of Polynesian architecture and open-concept design together creates a totally rejuvenating spa experience. Built overlooking the tranquil lagoon, you will delight in an incomparable spa experience fit for royalty. Offering excellent outdoor hot and cold pools, 4 massage/treatment rooms, sauna rooms, manicure and pedicure room and all natural aromatic spa treatments. You can be sure to receive the ultimate rejuvenating experience.
The Warwick Fiji also offers 4 flood lit tennis courts, 18-hole miniature golf course, horse riding on the beach, archery, village tours, hiking, a fully equipped fitness gym, as well as being the only resort in Fiji to have 2 glass wall squash courts.
Boasting the best golden sand beach with crystal clear lagoons, all water activities are non-motorised with a selected few available from the beach office on a complimentary basis. Water activities include canoeing, fish feeding, glass bottom boat rides, paddle boats, wind surfing, bay fishing, scuba diving and even the option of white water rafting for the more adventurous traveller.
The resort offers a fine selection of exquisite dining experiences, including Italian, Japanese, fresh seafood and nightly international themed buffets. The Warwick Fiji Resort is home to one of Fiji's most elegant seafood restaurants, the Wicked Walu, set on its own private island and connected to the resort by a causeway.
Other choices in the resort for that perfect dining experience include Pappagallo, the Italian restaurant, Sazanami for that taste of Japan, or Bula Brasserie where hotel guests can feast on a traditional Fijian buffet amongst other international themed cuisine.
The Warwick Fiji also features the Sunset Bar, Hibiscus Bar & Lounge, Lagoon Bar & Grill, and the swim-up Pool Bar, where you can enjoy your favourite exotic cocktail or ice cold beverage whether you're in the pool, overlooking the beach or dancing the night away.
You'll never be bored at The Warwick Fiji with entertainment options to fill your holiday all day and night long. Guests can enjoy the live band and DJ entertainment while dancing the night away at the Hibiscus Lounge, or experience traditional Meke entertainment on Friday Fijian Night at Bula Brasserie.
At The Warwick Fiji you'll be spoilt for choice with entertainment options.
Room Facilities
Each one of The Warwick Fiji 250 well appointed rooms and deluxe air-conditioned suites reflect the resorts true tropical ambience and feature soothing decor, personal touches such as fresh flowers and private balconies with mountain and ocean views.
Amenities include tea/coffee making facilities, fully stocked mini-bar, digital in-room safe, ironing facilities, 16-channel satellite television, hair dryer, IDD telephones and 24 hour room service.
The Warwick Fiji has five different room types to choose from:
- Garden View rooms are located on the ground and first floor of the Nadi and Suva wings. These rooms all feature 2 x double beds with interconnecting facility on selected rooms.
- Ocean View rooms feature either Queen/Single bedding or 2 double beds with soothing decor reflecting the resorts true tropical ambiance. Selected Ocean View rooms also offer disabled and interconnecting facility.
- Warwick Deluxe rooms are our adults only rooms, ideal for honeymoon couples or guests preferring to be on the quieter side of the hotel. All Club rooms have either one king-size bed or 2 double beds.
- Suites all feature a separate lounge, with sofa in the lounge and bedroom with one king-size bed.
Family Friendly Facilities
Your kids will be well entertained at the KARE Club with a variety of games. fishing and handicrafts. The club is open daily for children between the ages of 3-11 years. KARE Club provides parents an escape to use the resorts many fantastic facilities, whilst ensuring that your kids are cared for with the genuine hospitality and warm friendliness that the Fijian people are known for. At the club, kids involve themselves in activities like handicraft making, fish feeding and Meke, sandcastle building, crab hunting, seashell collecting, face painting, treasure hunting and much more. Further baby sitting services are also available.
Valid for travel from 01 Apr 13: Up to 2 children under the age of 13 years sharing a room with parents stay free plus eat free from the kids buffet from 5.30pm - 7.30pm or any children's menu.
Imagine an unforgettable fairy-tale wedding ceremony in the resorts Florentine garden, on the beach or in our private island the Wicked Walu complete with frangipani, gardenia, orchids, roses and anthuriums to complement the occasion.
Nestled amidst lush tropical gardens on the edge of a golden sand beach overlooking the tranquil lagoon, the 4.5 star The Warwick Fiji is the ultimate escape for an unforgettable romantic rendezvous. With options including a picturesque island wedding or a tropical beach setting, a The Warwick Fiji ceremony promises you the pleasure of being pampered in paradise with memories to last you a lifetime.
From simple private affairs to the more elaborate family occasion, The Warwick Fiji will tailor make every special wedding occasion to the couple's liking with the promise of beautiful memories that will last them a life time.
Choose from wedding options and packages including Fijian Warrior escorts and bilibili (traditional Fijian bamboo raft) for bridal entrance, serenades for ceremonial service, wedding cake, traditional Fijian costume, bridesmaids bouquet, photography and video shooting and more.
The Warwick Fiji is the memorable choice for your perfect Fiji Island wedding.
Coral Coast Region Information
No matter what time of the year it is, it's always a good time to head to Fiji's Coral Coast. The island getaway is as perfect for a romantic retreat as it is for an action-packed family holiday, so there's no reason why you shouldn't be packing your bags and heading here pronto!
When it comes to planning your accommodation on this palm tree-lined coast, the options are endless. Feel like a large resort with kids' activities and in-house restaurants? No worries. How about an intimate boutique villa with top-notch customer service and ocean views? Of course! Coral Coast really does have it all, and it's just waiting to be discovered by you.
Sporty holidaymakers will love the InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort and Spa, which features a serene ambiance provided by its white sand beach and rolling surf. Once you tire of the aquatic activities, pop on your argyle vest and head out to the resort's own 18 hole championship golf course. You'll feel like Tiger Woods in no time (minus the indiscretions, of course).
Those looking for a luxury retreat should consider Outrigger on the Lagoon, which is the first official 5-star rated resort in Fiji. One night in your room and you'll understand why - it truly feels like paradise here.
The resort is set amongst a 40 acre tropical garden and panoramic ocean views, giving holidaymakers the best of both worlds. With its range of activities, facilities and on-site dining options, you could spend your entire holiday on resort grounds - and with one of the largest swimming pools in the South Pacific, why wouldn't you?
No matter what you're looking for in your Coral Coast holiday experience, we can help make your dreams come true. Trust us, you're going to love your next holiday.
Fine Print
Prices shown are a guide only based on 2 adults travelling, please contact one of our Holiday Champions for an exact quote on the dates you wish to travel and any conditions that may apply. Prices are per adult and include airfares, all taxes, transfers & twin share accommodation (maximum 2 children per room). Hotel specials have varied travel dates, block-out dates & high season surcharges may apply, especially during school holidays. Prices are also subject to change without notice due to currency, tax fluctuations & fuel surcharges. #Meal plan includes buffet breakfast, salad of the day and 1 main from Pool Grill or Bula Brasserie for Lunch and buffet dinner at Bula Brasserie or F$75 per adult credit towards dinner at Sazanami, Papagallo or Wicked Walu. ^Kids fly from $1 each is valid for maximum 2 kids per booking, 1 child per paying adult.
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Wind Powered Light from Demakersvan
Dutch design house Demakersvan "work with museums, architecture-, furniture- and fashion companies, to commercial brands and self-initiated projects. But wherever the starting point is, challenging and beautiful products are always our aim."
They have designed this outside lamp from high end sail fabric, stainless steel, wood. "An outside lamp drawn from our home surroundings. The gently sweeping Dutch windmills were actually perfect generators of their own. With that in mind, we made this lamp. With every breeze it stores energy, enough to enjoy every summer evening until forever. Contemporary vs traditional, art vs functionality. Shaped by its function the big prop spans over one meter on each side. It is a self supporting light source that marks the landscape." ::Demakersvan via ::dezeen


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Scythian Lamb Facts
- The Scythian Lamb presents a rather remarkable appearance to all who see it. As a result of how it appeared to them, ancient peoples believed it actually produced sheep.
- This unusual species also possesses chemical properties which give it legitimate medicinal uses. Consequently, this plant remains a common ingredient in folk medicine even today.
- The Scythian Lamb has a comparatively broad endemic range, yet its numbers continue to decline. This trend appears to be primarily due to its being extensively collected throughout much of its range.
- It should be noted that, despite its low-slung stature, this distinctive species actually belongs to the tree fern family. As remains true of many tree ferns, it also tends to develop in colonies
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Scythian Lamb Physical Description
The Scythian Lamb possesses a rather unusual stature for a tree fern. This species only attains an average height of 3.25 ft (1 m) when erect, yet is typically prostrate. The fronds of the fern typically grow to lengths of 10 ft (3 m).
These fronds most commonly have a light green color. Yet the rhizomes of the species garner the most interest from observers. This part of the plant has a covering of numerous long, golden colored hairs resembling sheep's wool, and commonly grow extremely thickly.
This remarkable evergreen fern grows slowly, and typically in alkali-rich soils.
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Class: Polypodiopsida
- Order: Cyatheales
- Family: Dicksoniaceae
- Genus: Cibotium
- Species: C. barometz
Scythian Lamb Distribution and Ecology
The Scythian Lamb possesses a tropical and subtropical distribution. It primarily occurs endemically in China, yet occurs in smaller numbers across much of Asia.
The species also now appears elsewhere, having been introduced to several other regions, usually as an ornamental plant. It most commonly appears in gullies, forests, and on hillsides. It also prefers areas of damp, shady conditions.
Astonishingly, this plant only grows naturally at altitudes of 656-15,146 ft (200-1,500 m).
CITES in China has banned its export since 1977 because its numbers have declined sharply. Yet it continues to be heavily harvested in portions of southeast Asia for local medicinal uses.


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If you are an ebay user and haven't changed your password yet, you should. eBay wants to make sure you do.
Last month the company revealed it was the victim of a massive cyber attack that compromised the usernames and passwords of eBay users. To ensure all users have reset their passwords, it sent out an email reminder. See below.
You can reset your password at www.ebay.com/reset. (Thank you to @Kathleen for posting this information in the comments.)
The Ebay breach came on the heels of the Heartbleed Virus which exploited a flaw in secure websites to allow user information to be leaked on the Internet.
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To help ensure customers' trust and security on eBay, I am asking all eBay users to change their passwords.
Here's why: Recently, our company discovered a cyber attack on our corporate information network. This attack compromised a database containing eBay user passwords.
What's important for you to know: We have no evidence that your financial information was accessed or compromised. And your password was encrypted.
What I ask of you: Go to eBay and change your password. If you changed your password on May 21 or later, we do not need you to take any additional action at this time.
Changing your password may be inconvenient. I realize that. We are doing everything we can to protect your data and changing your password is an extra precautionary step, in addition to the other security measures we have in place.
If you have only visited eBay as a guest user, we do not have a password on file.
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Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini tour
Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini tour is most popular tour package in Nepal. Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini package tour take to you historical sightseeing around Kathmandu valley, beautiful Pokhara valley and Buddhist pilgrimage lumbini tour. Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini tour offer beautiful Himalayan views of Langtang , Annapurna , Ganesh Himal range , Pokhara valley tour and tour in Lumbini. Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini tour can do with in a week but this package trip can do after Nepal trekking or any packages tour in Nepal. Autumn & Spring season is best time for Kathmandu Lumbini package tour but we Himalaya Journey Trekking arrange around the whole year as per travelers wish and holiday schedule. Pokhara Lumbini package tour fit for all age travelers as below mentioned in itinerary but Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini tour can extend or shorter as per travelers wish. Travelers may extend their journeys after complete Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini package tour for Mt. Everest mountain flight tour / Nepal mountain flight tour. we Himalaya Journey trekking arrange personalized tour service in Nepal with amazing life time experience !
Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini tour itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival Katmandu, transfer to hotel, Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini tour briefing with officially arrangements. overnight at Kathmandu
Day 02: After breakfast, our tour guide will take to for historical monuments sightseeing in kathmandu valley such as Boudhhanath: visit Bodhnath Stupa, one of the biggest Buddhist shrines in the world, where we observe Buddhist monks in prayer in the monasteries surrounding the stupa than visit Pashupatinath: the most famous Hindu temple in the country, located on the banks of the holy Bagmati River. Here you see Hindu holy men (sadhus) meditating, pilgrims bathing and occasionally funeral pyres burning on the ghats. Kathmandu durbar square: you will enjoy with different Hindus Temple , Goddes Kumari, legend of Kathmandu valley. overnight at kathmandu in Hotel
Day 03: After breakfast, our tour guide will take to you sightseeing such as Monkey temple (swyambhunath): you will enjoy with Budhhist stupa from where you will see whole kathmandu valley view including the Himalayan view. Patan Dubare square: Patan city is the temple city of Nepal where you will see the many temple, Mahabudhha , Golden temple etc , Khokana for old Newari culture and Daksinkali hindu goddess temple,Bhaktapur Durbar Square: you will enjoy with different spectacular Himalayan scenery , old architecture, 55 windows, Pottry farm, king curd and old style primitive houses. etc , and drive back to Kathmandu transfer to hotel, Overnight at Kathmandu
Day 04: After breakfast, Kathmandu by private vehicle drive to pokhara. Drive approximately 5-6 hours , transfer to hotel, Relaxing /shopping or fewa lake boating in Pokhara. Overnight at Pokhara.
Day 05: Early in the morning, our guide will take to you sarangkot for superb Himalayan views of Dhaulagiri 8167m, Nilgiri 7041m, Fishtail/Machhapuchhare 6998m, Annapurna I 8091m, Annapurna II 7939m , Annapurna III7555m, Annapurna IV 7525m, Annapurna south 7219m, Hiunchuli 6441m, Lamjung Himal 6986m,Tukuche peak 6920m etc , drive back to pokhara. After breakfast, our tour guide will take to you full day sightseeing around Pokhara valley such as David fall, Mahendra cave, world peace stupa and fewa lake boating , transfer to hotel. Overnight at Pokhara.
Day 06: After breakfast , pokhara by private vehicle drive to Lumbini. Relaxing / shopping or excursion around Lumbini with your own activities. Overnight at Lumbini
Day 07: After breakfast, sightseeing/ excursion around Lumbini such as Maya Devi temple, Ashok stupa, Budhhamaya garden, overnight at Lumbini
Day 08: After breakfast, Lumbini by private car drive to Kathmandu. Relaxing or shopping with own activities and in the evening farewell dinner in Nepalese Restaurant, overnight at kathmandu in Hotel. .
Day 09: After breakfast, shopping or relaxing with own activities then three hours before your international flight , our airport representative will drop to Kathmandu international airport for onward journeys or if you have time will arrange any package trip on your request.
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Service includes:-
- Airport pick up and transfer to hotel.
- 4 night accommodation in Kathmandu on BB basis ( 3 star category hotel) on twin sharing as mentioned in itinerary
- An experienced, helpful and friendly Government license holder tour Guide.
- Kathmandu valley guided sightseeing tour as mentioned in itinerary
- Kathmandu valley tour with private vehicle as mentioned in itinerary
- Kathmandu Pokhara overland transportation by private vehicle as mentioned in itinerary
- Two night accommodation in Pokhara on BB basis ( 3 star category hotel) on twin sharing as mentioned in itineray
- Pokhara Sarangkot sunrise tour as mentioned in itinerary
- Pokhara sarangkot overland transportation by private vehicle as mentioned in itinerary
- pokhara valley tour with HJT tour guide as mentioned in itinerary
- Pokhara valley tour with private vehicle as mentioned in itinerary
- Pokhara lumbini overland transportation by private car /Hiace as mentioned in itinerary
- 2 night accommodation in Lumbini on BB basis ( 3 star category hotel) on twin sharing as mentioned in itinerary
- Lumbini sightseeing tour as mentioned in itinerary
- Lumbini Kathmandu overland transportation by private vehicle as mentioned in itinerary
- All program as mentioned in itinerary
- Overland transportation
- Trekking guide both way flight ticket
- Insurance for Nepalese staff. ( Tour guide & Driver )
- Guide and porter fares and taxes.Government Tax and office service charge.
- Airport drop
Service Excludes:-
- Lunch & Dinner during Kathmandu stay
- International flight ticket
- Nepal entry visa fee US$ 40 (duration 60 days from date of issue)- you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport - Kathmandu.
- Disembarkation Airport Tax in Nepal - approx. US$ 24. al equipments
- High risk medical insurance
- Entrance fees while sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley.
- Alcoholic beverage and telephone calls
- Hot drinks, Soft drinks such as cola, mineral water
- Nepal Visa Fee
- Emergency rescue evacuation if needed
- Purely personal nature expenses
- Tipping /Tips(Tipping is Expected).
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Biographical Notes
Charles T. (Bud) Ferillo, Jr., APR, a native of Charleston, S.C., is founder and president of Ferillo & Associates, Inc., a full service public relations and advertising firm based in Columbia, S.C. The firm was founded in 1987.
Previously Mr. Ferillo served as Deputy Lieutenant Goveror of the State of South Carolina (1982-1986) and Chief of Staff to the Speaker of the S.C. House of Representatives (1974-1982).
He is a graduate of Bishop England High School in Charleston, SC and the College of Charleston. He is a Vietnam Veteran.
Currently he is serving as a member of the S.C. Arts Commission and as Chairman of the S.C. Memorial Park Commission.
Mr. Ferillo is married to the former Julia Blanding Holman and is the father of three children.
Mr. Ferillo was awarded the order of the Palmetto by Governor Richard W. Riley in 1987.
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Recently I've been learning kickboxing with a new training center. I've really enjoyed my time, especially when it comes to learning the techniques of fighting. One day after one of the sessions, I asked the head trainer if he would take a minute to help me with my footwork and the finer details of kickboxing. What started out as just 5 minutes of tweaking and working on my form eventually became 30 to 35 minutes worth of fighting instruction and strategy. Read more
When Data is Not Enough
Numbers offer comfort. We like to use them as a crutch. That way whatever happens, we can say it wasn't me, it was what the numbers said. In business, you are going to be inundated with numbers. Every software and online provider will be feeding you numbers so they can prove that their service is worth it. Read more
Commit to an Identity
Creating a brand isn't hard. It's the sacrifice that is hard. Its easy to say what we want to become. What our brand will stand for, who we want to work with. The hard part is saying who we won't target, the things that our brand won't do. Read more
What is an Influencer
What is an Influencer
Influencers is a popular term used in the Marketing industry. Its a broad term for a figure who is particularly well respected in their industry and has a following of people who look to them for advice. There is no numerical or statistical barometer for determining if a person is an influencer. Influencers are not restricted by mediums either. So they can be an influencer from blogging, Instagram, Twitter, etc. Read more
How to Release A Product
Everyone wants to hit a home run. For anyone who plays baseball, obviously home runs aren't everything. There is a lot more to the game. You want a good bull pin, people who can get on base and a defense that doesn't commit errors. There is a lot to winning a baseball game. For marketing, its the same. Very rarely is it just one thing that will get you a win. I recently came across a case by Google and how they used marketing channels accessible to small business to advertise their products. Read more
What Music Artists Teach Us About Guest Blogging
Guest blogging is a highly technical term that really is only used by the online marketing and blogging community. At its core, it means you as an individual, or a business, writing or contributing on another entities marketing channels. A common example is a website specialist writing a post for a company that helps small businesses start. The post is for the company but it is written by the website specialist. Read more
To Be a Marketing Powerhouse, Build Habits. Marketing Habits
When your in marketing, you enter a world that borders the world of creativity and data. Saying this, the success of your marketing stops becoming systematic and more about your ability to leverage creativity and talent. This is a constant battle that I have to fight as I specialize in internet marketing and SEO. This conundrum has made me try to balance a level of creativity that can help create original content for clients while also harmonizing that with a commitment to tracking and analyzing data. Read more
Be Different. Reap the Benefits, Accept the Consequences
Most people can agree that talent is not enough. Success and fame is built on many circumstances. Some people will cry luck, environment, chance and the popularity of the time. The amalgam of factors make many people just shrug and walk away. And its the same for many field including music, sports and business. Your either lucky enough to be famous or you aren't. Read more
Marketing, Like Business, is About Who You Know
The deeper I get into marketing, the more I realize how little power a brand and marketer really has. The reason being that at the end of the day, you can have all the best graphics, product benefits and greatest advertising campaign. But if there is no one to receive it or to help spread the word, then there is no point. Marketing is something that is a collective unit. It necessitates the help of many individuals. This includes your customers, the media and influencers. Read more
Social Media Is About Consistency Not Quantity
Last night I conducted a social media audit. The point of the audit was to better understand the current social media presence for a client that Ron and I recently had signed. The new client's major emphasis was Social Media. They wanted to be a part of the social media game, so naturally I needed to see how all the competitors were doing. After looking through about 8 different companies and all of their social media accounts, it offered a nice reminder to what separates the good from the bad. That thing is consistency. Read more


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It's time to start replacing my old boxer briefs that are starting to fall apart (reminds me of that Seinfeld bit haha) and being as I live in a hot and humid climate most of the year wanted some of those new fancy synthetic boxer briefs I keep hearing people rave about.
I was going to try the Uniqlo AIrisms (non-mesh) since they are cheaper than the Exofficio but I have a doubt after reading a review and a couple of reddit posts. I've seen a couple of people complain that the Airisms are so thin that their pants actually end up absorbing a lot more odor and end up stinkier. Is this a valid concern? Would the Exofficios be a better option? Are they thicker and not see through? Or is that maybe another option I should be looking at?
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Captain pays tribute to 'friend and brother'
On a UL campus teeming with vibrant life as a watery October sun casts a dim warmth, we sit inside a cold, dark room to talk about death - and the desperate business of trying to live through pain and despair.
If this all seems like it is too, too soon, the reaction of Peter O'Mahony - a giant figure of a man, now suddenly creased double as he prepares to open his mouth in public for the first time this week - provides its own grim, silent affirmative.
Nothing in his 27 years as a human being could have possibly prepared him for this moment, as the seemingly insensitive flashbulbs and whirring Dictaphones seek to delve deep into his very soul.
That they find little, if anything at all, is entirely understandable. It is as if we are intruding violently upon grief. At the very least, O'Mahony has found support from his colleagues.
"We've been around each other, which I found has made it easier," he says, after recomposing once the TV cameras have been switched off.
Everything that had before seemed normal and comfortable and ordinary is shattered in pieces all around him.
"Look, at the end of the day it's all pretty trivial. When you're thrown into a scenario like this it puts a lot of things into perspective for everyone," he says.
"Being away from the squad and with the lads around here, that would make it harder. I think the more time we spend together the better.
"We just try and make it as normal as possible - as much as you can. I think the main thing is that we're there for Olive and the kids, and that's been our focus other than being inside the four walls.
"Obviously, that's all we're thinking about outside of maybe the 60 or 70 minutes of training that we did today and yesterday. We've just got to be there for them now. It's not about us. It's not about anything else. It's about minding them now over the next few weeks."
Foley meant everything to him, much more than he can express.
"I can't do him justice here," he said earlier, before bowing to weep, silently. But, remarkably, he does do him justice with consummate strength and bravery.
"I was lucky. I grew up following him around the place, even though he didn't know it - and then to be allowed to come in and rub shoulders with guys like him.
"He had just finished up playing when I came into the academy and into my development contract, but for him to be around and to be allowed to talk to him and be in his presence, it was a dream come true at the time - and it stayed that way up until last weekend.
"My first game that he coached me at Munster was an U-20 game at Thomond Park. We won it 3-0 ironically enough, and that suited Axel as good as if we'd won it by 60 or 70 points.
"He was a man who wanted any Munster jersey to win at any cost. Personally, he meant a huge amount. I haven't played or supported a Munster team that he wasn't involved in. He's been there since the start.
"Every team I've seen or been involved in, he's played or coached. The amount he's given the club, you can't put that into words.
"I was lucky he was in my position as well, the knowledge he could give to me. At times it was frustrating, because he was such a good footballer, he found it hard at times to understand that we couldn't see what he could. That was probably what frustrated him most, he was blessed with such a rugby mind.
"You could never learn... The amount we've lost now that he's gone is incredible - the rugby knowledge, the brain, the man, the coach, the friend, the brother. It's mad."
Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus is now charged with the sensitive role of guiding his squad through this most horrible of circumstances.
"It's something tragic that has happened and everybody has to deal with it differently," he says as the squad inhabit their routine among so much that is shockingly unfamiliar.
"The next two days will obviously be testing. The big thing is to monitor that.
"The support from Munster, from Garret Fitzgerald, the CEO, right down to ground level has been very personal, very professional on an individual basis.
"I think we are doing the best we can with that and, as long as we can keep doing that, I think we will be OK."
They are not OK today, that much is sure. How can they be? At least the opportunity for private grief presents itself - at the removal and funeral.
Then there's the process of public commemoration as Munster try to embrace all the ideals of the rugby man that has left them when they take to the field at lunchtime on Saturday. That's when O'Mahony and his friends will seek succour from the strength that is no more, but still enduring.
"I learned life skills from him, family skills from him. Seeing him bringing Tony and Dan around the dressing room after games. I used to say that I'd love to bring my kids around..."
With that, the tears flow - soon to become a flood as this most traumatic of weeks continues.
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Software-defined networking (SDN) is revolutionizing the datacenter much like server virtualization has done. It is important for IT leaders to understand the basic concepts of SDN and the value of the technology: security, agility through automation and cost-savings. This blog post explores some of the security benefits of SDN using a simple analogy.
My kids are playing DomiNations – a strategy game where you lead your nation from the Stone Age to the Space Age. I recruited their help to illustrate how SDN improves security. In this analogy, the city is the datacenter; walls are the firewall (defense against attackers/hackers), and the workloads are the people/workers.
The traditional way of defending a city is to create walls around the city. In the same manner, we create a perimeter defense around our datacenter using firewalls. However, imagine there is a farm outside the walls of the city. Workers need to leave the protection of the city walls to work in the farm. This leaves them vulnerable to attack. In the same way, as workloads or virtual machines are provisioned in public or hybrid clouds outside the datacenter firewalls, what is protecting these workloads from attack?
In an ideal world, let's say my kids have magical powers in the game and they enchant the city walls so they can expand and contract to continuously protect the workers. When a worker goes to the farm, the walls automatically extend to include the worker in the farm. When they return back to the city, the walls return to normal. SDN is like magic to your firewalls. Instead of your firewalls being defined by physical devices, a software-defined firewall can automatically expand into the public cloud (or the part of the hybrid cloud that is outside of your datacenter) to continuously protect your workloads.
This ability to easily and automatically configure your firewalls provides another benefit: micro-segmentation. As mentioned before, in a traditional city, the city walls provide a perimeter defense. Once an attacker breaches the wall, they have free range to plunder the city. Traditional datacenters have a similar vulnerability. Once a hacker gets through the firewall, they have free range to expand their malicious activity from one server to the next.
Micro-segmentation of the network is like having city walls around each building. If an attacker breaches the outer perimeter, they can only destroy one building before having to re-start the expensive endeavor of attacking the next line of defense. In a similar fashion, if a hacker penetrates one application environment, micro-segmentation prevents them from gaining access to another application environment.
Software-defined networking can improve information security. Every few months there is a widely publicized security breach that damages a company's brand. CIOs and other IT leaders have lost their jobs because of these breaches. SDN is a key technology to protect your company and your career.
In Part 2 and 3 of this series, "Understanding Software-Defined Networking for IT Leaders," we'll explore how SDN increases agility and drives cost savings.
Reg Lo is the Director of VMware Accelerate Advisory Services and is based in San Diego, CA. You can connect with him on LinkedIn.


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The Cabinet today approved the proposal for moving an official Amendment to the Constitution (One hundred and Tenth Amendment) Bill, 2009 for enhancing reservation for women in Panchayats at all tiers from 1/3rd to at least 50%. The Constitution (One hundred and Tenth Amendment) Bill, 2009 was introduced in the Lok Sabha on 26.11.2009. The official Amendment proposes to add word 'rural' before the word 'population' as and where the same occur in 1st Proviso of Clause (2) (iii) of the Constitution (One hundred and Tenth Amendment) Bill, 2009. This Provision will apply to the total number of seats filled by direct election, offices of Chairpersons and seats and offices of Chairpersons reserved for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. Enhancement of reservation for women in Panchayats will facilitate more women to enter the public sphere and this will lead to further empowerment of women and also make Panchayats more inclusive institutions, thereby improving governance and public service delivery. The addition of word 'rural' before word 'population1 occurring in the 1st Proviso of Clause (2)(iii) of the Rill will reflect appropriate demographic representation of categories of population for whom reservation is made.
At present, out of the total elected representatives of Panchayats numbering approximately 28.18 lakh, 36.87% are women. With the proposed Constitutional Amendment, the number of elected women representatives is expected to rise to more than 14 lakh. Having more elected women representatives would benefit the entire population of the States and UTs where Panchayati Raj is in existence.
Ministry of Panchayati Raj had moved a Bill for amendment to Article 243D of the Constitution on 26.11.2009 after approval of the Cabinet for enhancing reservation for women in (i) the total number of seats to be filled by direct election, (ii) offices of chairpersons and (iii) in seats and offices of chairpersons reserved for SCs and STs, to 50% in all tiers of Panchayats. The proposed official amendment, as indicated above, in the original Amendment Bill will be moved in the Lok Sabha at the earliest.
All States / UTs are parts thereof to which Part IX of the Constitution applies would be covered (Part IX does not apply to Nagaland, Meghalaya and Mizoram, tribal areas of Assam and Tripura and hill areas of Manipur).
The Constitutional Amendment Bill for enhancing reservation for women in Panchayats at all tiers from one third to one half was introduced in Lok Sabha on 26.11.2009 with the approval of Cabinet in its meeting on 27.08.2009. The Bill was referred to Parliamentary Standing Committee on Rural Development by Hon'ble Speaker on 21.12.2009. The Committee has recommended that word 'rural' be added before word 'population' occurring in Clause 2 (iii) of the original Amendment Bill in order to maintain better demographic representation to SCs and STs class. In view of this, it has been decided to make official amendment accordingly in the Bill already under consideration of Lok Sabha.
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