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Understanding Color Printing Terminology
Do you know the big difference with colors? For most of us, a color is really a color. But for a professional who uses colors for a living, there are more to it.
Printers are well aware of the difference techniques in color printing. Lets talk about this color printing processes so that you would determine what each means.
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- In case your publication does not have any full-color photographs.
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Ramadan Mubarak (a blessed Ramadan) to all our Muslim sisters and brothers from the staff, members and volunteers of the Christian Muslim Forum.
I have been pondering for a while what to write for this article. Fortunately, I attended Living Islam at the weekend and witnessed first hand the anticipation of the blessed month of fasting of hundreds of British Muslims. There was an atmosphere of excitement in the Lincolnshire air, not for a weekend away or the beginning of the summer holidays. Nor yet the rare opportunity of Friday prayers in the open air, which was full of Ramadan associations - an extra large gathering, women and men attending together. The preacher took the opportunity to speak on Ramadan and how we come to Ramadan rather than Ramadan coming to us, and the big mistake in the suggestion, 'don't bother too much about this Ramadan, there's always another'.
So let us stand alongside each other, fast, pray, read the scriptures and share in any other way which is comfortable to us and shows the best of our different traditions, strengthens friendship and builds bridges. For those of you at work we commend this useful resource, Working Muslim which has the support of the Co-Chairs of the Christian Muslim Forum. I also take this opportunity to share a Ramadan greeting from my friend Muhammad via Facebook:
"I'm pleased to know the objective of your organization 'Christian Muslim Forum'. I believe that you are fulfilling a noble role of building trust & understanding between Muslim & Christian faith which is ultimately contributing to establishing peace. I would like to take the opportunity to convey my greetings to all of the associates of your magnificent organization. I do believe that it's time to build a strong relationship between Muslims & Christians worldwide to establish peace. In fact, you've built a beautiful platform which is certainly showing the light of hope in the darkness around the globe."
We are also pleased to announce, at the start of Ramadan, the appointment of Zahra Imame who has worked with MINAB and the Al-Khoei Foundation, as our Near Neighbours Project Worker. We hope to have more news about Zahra and Near Neighbours soon and of a potential Eid event.
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1982 Grand National Sport Coupe
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A pair of 1982 Turbocharged Grand National Sport Coupes.
Of the many options to the '82 GN, the lack of one stands out. Surprisingly, the '82 GN did not come with the Regal's most potent engine, the 3.8 turbocharged V6. This may have been because the turbocharger did not fit with the NASCAR image. The Turbo V6 was being developed for Indy cars, while all of Buick's stock cars were running normally aspirated motors (Chevy V8's). Another factor was cost. The Base regal started at $8,702. The regular productions options added another $3,500. Finally, the GN package was $3,278, which totaled at $15,480. The Sport Coupe package would have pushed the price to $16,578, another $1,278. Not many people are willing to spend almost double to get the "fully loaded" version of a car. But, probably the best reason for the 4.1 V6 over the Turbo 3.8 V6, however, is that the 4.1 was just introduced to the Regal in 1982 as a "performance" alternative to the 3.8 2-barrel V6.
There were, however, a handful of 1982 Grand Nationals were produced with the Sport Coupe package. The turbocharged engine upped the GN's horsepower from 125 for the 4.1 liter, to 175. Fifty more HP (from a smaller engine), this was something to back up the race car image. The Sport Coupe required the use of the hood bulge to clear the 4-bbl carb and a turbo hood ornament was substituted for the Regal crest. Some also have "Turbo 3.8 Litre" emblems placed on each side of the bulge. The Sport Coupe emblems were left off the fenders and decklid. On the inside, the volt meter was replaced with a boost gauge. Dual exhaust, aluminum brake drums, aluminum bumper reinforcements, higher stall torque converter and a 3.08 axle ratio were also included.
Production figures for the Grand National Sport Coupe were not kept, so the actual number is unknown. The commonly reported figure of 16 was an approximation that incorrectly became accepted as fact. I have seen a wide range of numbers quoted, but none ever have references to their origin. The best I can do track the number I find. Please see the REGISTRY page! There has been a lot of debate about which Grand National and Turbo Regal is the rarest. Since it is accepted to differentiate Grand Nationals from non-GN Turbo Regals (T Types, etc.), and Turbo Regals from non-turbos, then it follows to separate '82 Grand National Sport Coupes from '82 4.1 liter Grand Nationals. With this in mind, the '82 GN Sport Coupe is the rarest Grand National, followed by the '86 LeSabre GN (117), the '82 4.1 GN (215 minus turbos) and the '87 GNX (547). Likewise, the '82 GN Sport Coupe is also the rarest Turbo Regal, followed by the '87 GNX (547) and the '87 Limited Turbo Regal (1,035).
In 1990, I was lucky enough to purchase one of these '82 Grand National Sport Coupes (pictured above). I wanted a 86/87 Turbo Regal, but couldn't afford one. I stumbled across an ad in the paper for a 1982 Grand National. When I called, I let the dealership know the they were wrong because GN's were only made from 84-87. When they told me it was silver and gray, I said it must be a T-type because all GN's are black. After seeing the car, a was convinced it really was a Grand National. The salesman told me it was rare - only about 700 were made. After I drove the car, I told him it was a "dog" compared to the '87 I had driven earlier. But I liked the looks and could afford it so I "settled" for it. I had assumed all GN's, including '82's were turbocharged. Soon afterwards, I found out how uncommon it really was. Since then, I have been collecting parts and information to help return this and a second 1982 Grand National Sport Coupe to their original condition. But the meantime, I will have a little fun with them. See the Racing the 1978-83 Turbo V6 Buick page for my attempt to get some well deserved respect for my '82 GN/SC's performance capabilities.
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General Preparations Quotations Bibliography Links Notes Prayers Poems August
September 22, 2010
Bibliography and Links
Lammas, Lughnasadh, High Summer Feast Day
Note: A 4th version of this webpage will be completed by July 1, 2011.
Ancient Ways: Reclaiming Pagan Traditions. By Pauline Campanelli and Dan Campanelli. St. Paul, Minnesota, Llewellyn Pubs., 1991. 256 pages. ISBN: 0875420907. VSCL. Lammas: pp. 113-137. One of my favorite books.
Apple Lore and Facts. By Susa Morgan Black, OBOD. [We have varieties of apples ripening in August in Red Bluff, CA.]
Apple Branch in Dianic Tradition
The Apple Branch: A Path to Celtic Ritual. By Alexei Kondratiev. Citadel, 2003. 320 pages. ISBN: 0806525029.
Apple Lore
Apple Tree Wisdom
Ar nDraiocht Fein (ADF): A Druid Fellowship The ADF is a legally recognized 501(C)3 Church, and the largest Druid organization in America. ADF has open public celebrations of the Eight Holy Days of NeoPaganism and any spiritual seeker is welcome to attend. For example, I attend the public ceremonies of the Feather River Grove in Chico, California. I've been an ADF member since 2007. I find their liturgical cycle and rituals to be spiritually uplifting, wholesome, life affirming, earth centered, ecologically positive, profound, polytheistic, and open minded.
The Art of Ritual: A Guide to Creating and Performing Your Own Ceremonies for Growth and Change. By Renee Beck and Sydney Barbara Metrick . Berkeley, California, Celestial Arts, 1990.146 pages. ISBN: 0890875820. VSCL.
Associations and Correspondences of Lammas, Lughnasa, Summer Fest
Astaru Holidays Germanic and Northern Heathens
August: Quotes, Poems, Celebrations, Lore, Garden Chores
Book of Pagan Prayer. By Ceisiwr Serith. San Francisco, California, Weiser Books, 2002. Notes, annotated bibliography, appendices, 286 pages. ISBN: 1578632552. VSCL. Begins with an essay titled "Why and How We Pray" (68 pages) and then a collection of over 500 prayers for NeoPagans.
Calling the Quarters, Casting the Circle, Magickal Protective Sphere, Creating the Sacred Sphere
Celebrate the Earth: A Year of Holidays in the Pagan Tradition. By Laurie Cabot and Jean Mills. Delta, 1994. 288 pages. ISBN: 0385309201.
Celebrating Lammas - School of the Seasons
Celebrating Lammas - Wheel of the Year By Cassandra Eason
Celebrating the Seasons of Life: Beltane to Mabon. Lore, Rituals, Activities, and Symbols. By Ashleen O'Gaea. Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, New Page Books, 2005. Bibliography, index, 219 pages. ISBN: 1564147320. A good study of four spring and summer Celebrations in the Wiccan-NeoPagan year. Rich in details and ideas. VSCL. Lammas: pp. 97-134.
Circles, Groves and Sanctuaries: Sacred Spaces of Today's Pagans. Compiled by Dan and Pauline Campanelli. St. Paul, Minnesota, Llewellyn Publications, 1993. Resources, 268 pages. ISBN: 0875421083. Ideas for creating indoor and outdoor altars and sanctuaries. VSCL.
Corn Dolly
Divination Methods: Tarot Most Holy Day rituals include using some method for divination: Runes, Oghams, Tarot, Gazing, or Signs. I use either the Voyager Tarot or the Crowley Thoth Tarot.
Draioch: Rites of Celtic Sorcery. By Ian Corrigan. 2005. Republished by Jeffrey Wyndham, 2007. Distributed by Lulu Press. 352 pages. VSCL. Rev. Corrigan has been the Archdruid of Ar nDraiocht Fein (ADF): A Druid Fellowship.
The Eight Seasonal Religious Celebrations of NeoPagans
The Elements of Ritual: Air, Fire, Water and Earth in the Wiccan Circle. By Deborah Lipp. Llewellyn Pubs., 2003. Illustrated edition. 288 pages. ISBN: 073870301X.
Exploring the Northern Tradition. A Guide to the Gods, Lore, Rites, and Celebrations from the Norse, German, and Anglo-Saxon Traditions. By Galina Drasskova. Foreword by Swaim Wodening, cofounder of the Angelseaxisce Ealdriht. Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, New Page Books, 2005. Index, bibliography, notes, appendix, 200 pages. ISBN: 1564147916. VSCL.
Fairies, Elves, Nature Spirits: Lands Spirits, Alfs, Wights, Lars, Trolls, Dwarves, Sidhe, Devas, Otherworld, Little Folk, Ancestors, Ghosts
Freymaxi, Hlaefmaesse, Thunormonath, Northern Tradition Harvest Celebration Today the Astru (Germanic Heathens) observe this date as a celebration of their harvest with a blot to Freyr and a grand feast from the gardens and fields. August is know as the Weodmonath: Month of the Weeds.
The Green Man (Powers of Spring and Summer): Bibliography, Links, Quotes, Information, Lore, Myths, Role
Gushen Grove: The word "Gushen" or "Gu Shen" 谷神 is a phrase from the Chinese book by Lao Tze, The Tao Te Ching (Chaper 6), and it means the "Valley Spirit" - The Dark, Fertile, Empty, and Fathomless Ground of Beings, The Ever Giving Mysterious Mother of Life. Our sacred circle (nemeton) is in the center of the North Sacramento Valley, south of Red Bluff, California.
Harvest Festivals
High Days, Sacred Days in the Year, High Holy Days of NeoPaganism
Hold a Lammas Harvest Festival by Patti Wigington
Inanna Sumerian Goddess: Nin-anna "Queen of Heaven" Goddess of sexual love, fertility, and warfare.
Inanna and the Huluppu Tree
Inanna/Ishtar - Google Images
In Nature's Honor: Myths and Rituals Celebrating the Earth. By Patricia Montley. Boston, Skinner House Books, 2005. Index, 379 pages. ISBN: 155896486X VSCL.
John Barleycorn
July: Quotes, Poems, Celebrations, Lore, Garden Chores
Labyrinths: Lore, Bibliography, Links, Resources, Quotes
Lammas: Celebrating Fruits of the First Harvest. Anna Franklin and Paul Mason. St. Paul, Minnesota, Llewellyn Pub., 2001. Bibliography, index, 276 pages. ISBN: 0738700940.
Lammas Ritual by Asiya Includes lore, symbolism and history.
Lammas Ritual by Lady Bridget and Lady Therese
Lammas Ritual by Scott Cunningham
Lammas Ritual by the U.U. Church of Fort Lauderdale
Lammas Rituals - Google
Lammas Ritual on UTube, 8 Minutes
Lammas - Wikipedia
Land Spirits, Nature Spirits: Fairies, Elves, Alfs, Wights, Trolls, Dwarves, Sidhe, Devas, Otherworld, Little Folk, Ancestors, Ghosts
Librarian of Gushen Grove, Michael P. Garofalo, M.S.L.S., Red Bluff, California, aka The Green Wizard
Links about Lughnasa, Lammas, First Harvest Festival
Lugh the Long Handed
Lugh - Wikipedia
Lughnasadh or Lammas Ritual by Ancient Pathways
Lughnasadh or Lammas: Annotated Bibliography by Kathleen Jenks
Lughnasadh Celebration on UTube, 19 Minutes
Lughnasadh: Celtic Mysticism
Lughnasadh: Ceremony of the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids. Pamphlet, 22 pages, 2001, OBOD. Includes both a solo ceremony and a group ceremony, and a history of the holiday.
Lughnasadh Prayers - Google
Lughnasadh Rite by Rose. Interesting blog by Rose about her work on the ADF Dedicants Coursework.
Lughnasadh Ritual by Asaka
Lughnasadh Ritual by Llwyn y Ser, The Grove of the Stars
Lughnasadh Ritual: High Days Rituals of the Sonoran Sunrise Grove, ADF, Arizona
Lughnasadh Ritual, Llewellyn Encyclopedia
Lughnasadh Rituals of ADF Groves 5 Rituals are provided.
Lughnasadh Rituals - Google
Mithraic Mysteries
Mithraism and Early Christianity, Particularly Roman Catholicism
Mithraism: The Pagan Religion Similar to Christianity, Particularly Roman Catholicism
Months of the Year: Quotes, Poems, Reading List, Links, Garden Chores, Holidays
Myth*ingLinks' Lammas by Kathleen Jenks Excellent links and information.
The Mysteries of Druidry: Celtic Mysticism, Theory and Practice. By Brendan Cathbad Myers, Ph.D. Foreword by Isaac Bonewits. Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, New Page Books, 2006. Notes, Index, 236 pages. ISBN: 1564148785. VSCL.
Nature Mysticism
Nature Spirits: Fairies, Elves, Alfs, Wights, Lars, Trolls, Dwarves, Sidhe, Devas, Otherworld, Little Folk, Ancestors, Ghosts
Neopagan Rites: A Guide to Creating Public Rituals that Work. By Isaac Bonewits. Llewellyn Publications, 2007. 240 pages. ISBN: 0738711993. VSCL.
Northern Tradition for the Solitary Practitioner. A Book of Prayer, Devotional Practice, and the Nine Worlds of the Spirit. By Galina Krasskova and Raven Kaldera. Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, New Page Books, 2009. Index, bibliography, appendices, 254 pages. ISBN: 9781601630346. VSCL.
The Obscure Goddess Online Directory and the A-Muse-ing Grace Gallery and the Art of Thalia Took
October: Quotes, Poems, Celebrations, Lore, Garden Chores
One Old Druid's Final Journey - Notebooks of the Librarian of Gushen Grove
Order of Bards Ovates and Druids. The largest Druid organization in the world. A complete training program in print and audio versions, discussion groups, library, extensive resources. I am a member of this Order as a Bardic Grade student. The OBOD celebrates the Eight Holy Days of NeoPaganism. I find their liturgical cycle and rituals to be spiritually uplifting, wholesome, life affirming, earth centered, ecologically positive, profound, polytheistic, and open minded. OBOD is more orientated towards Celtic spirituality.
Paganism: An Introduction to Earth-Centered Religions. Joyce and River Higginbotham. Woodbury, Minnesota, Llewellyn, 2004. Bibliography, index, 272 pages. ISBN: 0738702226.
Pathways in the Green Valley Blog. By Michael Garofalo.
Peaches of Immortality, Chinese Taoist Lore, Queen Mother of the West, Xi Wang Mu
Preparing for the Autumnal Equinox Celebration, Mabon, Alban Elfed
Roman Pagan Holy Days, Seasonal Celebrations, Religious Customs, Roman Pagan Hearth
Sabbats and Estbats: Lady of the Earth
The Sabbats: A New Approach to Living the Old Ways. By Edain McCoy. St. Paul, Minnesota, Llewellyn Pubs., 1994. Index, 255 pages. ISBN: 1567186637. Practical suggestions for celebrating the pagan holidays in the Wheel of the Year. VSCL.
Sacred Circles Bibliography, Links, Quotes, Notes. Photos of the Valley Spirit Center sacred circle construction project.
Sacred Fire, Holy Well: A Druid's Grimoire. By Ian Corrigan. Tuscon, Arizona, ADF Publishing, Second Edition, 2009. Gaeilge glossary, bibliography, 318 pages. ISBN: 0976568128. VSCL. Excellent resources for liturgy.
September: Quotes, Poems, Celebrations, Lore, Garden Chores
Sexual Magic: Bibliography, Links, Quotes
Ceisiwr Serith's website and links on Americanism. Fourth of July Celebrations.
The Solitary Druid: A Practitioner's Guide. By Robert Lee (Skip) Ellison. New York, Kensington Pub. Co,., Citadel Press, 2005. Index, bibliography, appendices, 262 pages. ISBN: 0806526750. VSCL. Reverend Ellison has been the Archdruid of Ar nDraiocht Fein (ADF) and Dean of Divination and Beast Mastery - The Grey School of Wizardry. A solitary ritual for Lughnasadh is provided by Rev. Ellison on pp. 145-155.
Solitary Lammas Ritual
Solitary Witch: The Ultimate Book of Shadows for the New Generation. By Silver Ravenwolf. St. Paul, Minnesota, 2005. Notes, bibliography, appendices, 590 pages. ISBN: 0738703192. VSCL.
The Spiral Dance: A Rebirth of the Ancient Religion of the Great Goddess. Rituals, invocations, exercises, and magic. By Starhawk. 10th Anniversary Edition, Revised and updated. Bibliography, index, 288 pages. VSCL. ISBN: 0062508148. A very influential work on Goddess worship and pagan religious practices.
The Spirit of Gardening 3,400 quotes, poems, sayings, and ideas about gardening, gardens, and the Green Way. Materials organized by 140 topics; and a fully indexed collection with a search engine. Online since 1999. Over 6MB of text. Compiled by Michael P. Garofalo.
Summer - Quotes, Poems, Sayings and Quips for Gardeners
To Burn in Sacrifice, A Lammas Ritual. By Melanie Fire Salamander
Valley Spirit Sacred Circle, Red Bluff, California
Walkers Between the Worlds: The Western Mysteries from Shaman to Magus. By Caitlin and John Matthews. Rochester, Vermont, Inner Traditios, 1985, 2003. Bibliography, index, 441 pages. ISBN: 0892810912. VSCL.
Wheel of the Year: Living the Magical Life. By Pauline Campanelli. Illustrated by Dan Campanelli. St. Paul, Minnesota, Llewellyn Publications, 1989, 1993. ISBN: 0875420915. VSCL.
Wicca: A Guide for the Solitary Practitioner. By Scott Cunningham. Llewellyn's Practical Magick Series. St. Paul, Minnesota, Llewellyn Publications, 1994. Index, bibliography, glossary, 218 pages. VSCL. ISBN: 0875421180. A very good introduction to the Craft by an open-minded person.
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General Preparations
Lammas, Lughnasadh, Summer Fest, First Harvest Celebration
1. Collect corn husks, dry and store in shade. "Corn" was a generic term for cereal crops (i.e., wheat, barley, oats), and New World corn was added after 1520. Our non-irrigated winter wheat is harvested in June and July where I live. We can collect wild wheat stalks and seeds, tie, and hang in shade. Make a corn dolly and keep until the Yule Celebration. We can pick fruit (apricots, berries, figs and plums) and dry them. Many kinds for fruit are ripe in late July, so place some of these on your home altar. Many garden herbs are at their peak and ready for harvesting to make herbal remedies, air fresheners, use in herbal magic, and for decoration. There are hundreds of good books and websites on the magical, sacramental, and health uses of herbs.
2. Read about and make a loaf of bread. Loaves of bread are a traditional part of the First Harvest Feast. Break bread into four pieces and place at each of the Four Corners altars. Lammas means "Loaf Mass" in the Welsh language. Sharing bread is a common feature of a Lammas celebration. What is the role of baking bread in human culture? Find a really good bakery in your area.
3. This is a good month for celebrating. We, in America, celebrate the Fourth of July, and many counties have their annual Fairs. Be try to be very thankful for our peaceful and bountiful life in America. We are thankful for our religious freedom and the 1st Amendment. Americanism and patriotism are forms of a popular religion - we should reflect on our symbols and heritage. Take a look at Ceisiwr Serith's website and links on Americanism. Hang up the flags, sing, play, smile, celebrate. Remember our fallen heroes, brave soldiers, and hardworking Ancestors.
4. Prepare for the "Games" of the First Harvest Feast. The Greek Olympics and Roman Heracleia games were held at this time. What games might you play? Horseshoes, boche ball, races, swimmng races, croquet, volleyball, badminton, frisbee, baseball, wrestling, spear throwing, arrow shooting, weight tossing .... Get your equipment and playing court ready, and practice.
5. Renew supplies of your favorite ritual-recreational drug: coffee, tobacco, alcohol (whiskey, beer, wine), fuzzy herbs, etc.. Beer and whiskey, made from barley, are often part of joyful summer harvest feast celebrations. Read about the song John Barleycorn.
6. Think about the power of the sun. How can we use solar power? Dry your clothes in the sun. Build a simple box with screen so you can use the power of the summer sun to dry your fresh fruit.
7. Do some thinking, reflection, or discursive meditation on various themes. Here are some themes to reflect upon: What are the relations between Chaos, Gaia, and Eros? What role does more sunlight play in bringing forth the bountiful harvest? What does summertime mean to you?
8. Implement new ways to stay cool that use less electrical energy. Switch to an evaporative cooler in areas with low humidity. Keep all windows covered. Carefully place fans to circulate air indoors. Work early in the morning and rest in the hot afternoon. Drink plenty of water. If your nights are cooler, under 80, draw the cool air indoors at night. A gable fan can really help reduce heat indoors.
9. Check out astronomical details about the rising of the Dog Star, Sirius, in late July, and the beginning of the "Dog Days of Summer."
10. The Celtic God, Luga (Lugh, Long Hand), is noted for his high level skills in many arts and crafts: smith, carpenter, bard, healer, herbalist, magician, gamesman, spear throwing, military leadership, etc. Get out your paintbrush. Fix something in the yard or garden or home. Tidy up the garden. Create something, make something. Start learning a new practical skill or craft. Clean your weapons and practice with the weapons.
11. Working and meditating in the garden is an important facet of my spiritual path. I need to regularly reconnect with the earth and the autumn season outdoors. I live in Red Bluff, California, USDA Zone 9, Northern Hemisphere. My late September gardening chores might be quite different from yours, depending upon where you live. Tend your garden daily. Water your garden each day. Weed your vegetable garden. Harvest squash, tomatoes, peppers and other vegetables from your garden each day. Review your own lists of chores for July and August, and act accordingly.
12. Read about Lammas, Lughnasadh, and summer festivals around the world. Add notes and links to books, magazines, and webpages on the subject. See my bibliography and links above. Visit your local public library or college library to obtain access to books, media and magazines on the subject. Study about ancient Indo-European religions. I update my Months webpages on July and September.
13. Add some appropriate Lammas, Lughnasadh, or Mid-Summer songs, chants, prayers, reflections, invocations, or poems to your Neo-Pagan Craft Journal, Book of Shadows, blog, website, or Ritual Handbook. Write in your personal journal. Most spiritual seekers keep a notebook, journal or log as part of their experimental, creative, magical and experiential work.
14. Stay at home. Improve your home, backyard, or garden. Eliminate long driving trips. Do you really need to "Go" anywhere? Do you really need to fly by airplane to another country? Explore your backyard, neighborhood, local community, nearby city, county wide area, regional area within 100 miles. Visit a local "sacred site." For us, for example, this could be Mt. Shasta, the headwaters spring of the Sacramento River in Mt. Shasta City, the Sacramento River at Woodson Bridge Park, a long walk in the forest below nearby Mt. Lassen, sitting on the shore of Whiskeytown Lake, sitting in my backyard in the moonlight, or visiting a beautiful church or college or park that is nearby. Watch a DVD on a spiritual subject, sacred place, or inspirational topic. Learn more about your local environment.
15. Read solitary or group rites for Lughnasadh available in books and webpages (see above). Create your own ritual for Lughnasadh. Practice the ritual. Conduct the ritual at a convenient time for you, or your family and/or friends, as close to the day of the autumnal equinox as possible. Attend a public Mabon ritual of a local NeoPagan group.
16. A large fire is often lit in your safe outdoor fireplace as part of celebrating Lughnasadh. Take special care because many areas are quite dry in early August. Maybe use a few fireworks left over from the Fourth of July in America.
17. Thoroughly clean, dust, tidy up, refreshen, improve, and add appropriate seasonal decorations to your home altar. This should normally be clean and tidy, however an extra cleaning before the Lughnasadh celebration is a way to express your reverence, create a visible reminder of your thoughts and devotional practices, and to offer hospitality to the nature spirits, ancestors, and Shining Ones. If you don't have a home altar, read some books and webpages about setting one up in your home or garden, and then establish one this holiday season.
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Quotations, Information,
Facts, Lore
Lammas, Lughnasadh, Summer Fest, First Harvest Celebration
"Lammas celebrates the first wheat or barley
harvest f the year and the skills of those who tend them. Baking and sharing
bread, feasting with neighbor, and honoring the still-powerful forces of the
summer sun's light, and are key elements of this cooperative, community-based sabbat. Corn and wheat dollies made from the last sheaves and stalks
of harvested grain are kept through winter to be planted with the first seeds of
spring. These organic Goddess figures powerfully affirm the reverence for the
Earth's cycles of birth, death, and renewal. The celebrations, which feature a
break from toil, contests of skill, laughter feasting, and dancing, are tempered
by the knowledge that most crops are still growing in the fields with no
guarantee of adequate abundance for the long winter. Lughnasadh's energy of cautious optimism and feeling of
well-being bring out the best in all people. The sabbat mingles the expansion of
vibrant summer energy with the gathering energy of the upcoming season. The
result is a unique time for solidly expanding toward focused goals, such as
perfecting and challenging your skills."
- Damias Vine Yahoo Group, 7/29/07
or Lugh (modern Irish Lú) is an Irish
deity represented
mythological texts as a hero and
High King of the distant past. He is known by the epithets Lámhfhada
(meaning "long arm" or "long hand", or "left hand"), for his skill with a
spear or
sling, Ildánach ("skilled in many arts"), Samhildánach
("Equally skilled in many arts"), Lonnbeimnech ("fierce striker" or
perhaps "sword-shouter") and Macnia ("boy hero"), and by the
mac Ethlenn or mac Ethnenn ("son of Ethliu or
Ethniu"). He is
reflex of the pan-Celtic
god Lugus, and
Welsh counterpart is
Lleu Llaw Gyffes, "The Bright One with the Strong Hand". As a
young man Lugh travels to
Tara to join the court of king
Nuada of the Tuatha Dé Danann. The doorkeeper will not let him in unless he
has a skill with which to serve the king. He offers his services as a wright, a
smith, a champion, a swordsman, a harpist, a hero, a poet and historian, a
sorcerer, and a craftsman, but each time is rejected as the Tuatha Dé Danann
already have someone with that skill. But when Lugh asks if they have anyone
with all those skills simultaneously, the doorkeeper has to admit defeat, and
Lugh joins the court and is appointed
Chief Ollam of Ireland. He wins a flagstone-throwing contest against
Ogma, the champion,
and entertains the court with his
harp. The Tuatha Dé
are at that time oppressed by the Fomorians, and Lugh is amazed how meekly they
accept this. Nuada wonders if this young man could lead them to freedom. Lugh is
given command over the Tuatha Dé, and he begins making preparations for war.
Lugh's sling rod was the rainbow and the Milky Way
which was called "Lugh's Chain". He also had a magic spear (named Areadbhar),
which, unlike the rod-sling, he had no need to wield since it was alive and
thirsted so for blood that only by steeping its head in a sleeping-draught of
pounded fresh poppy seeds could it be kept at rest. When battle was near, it was
drawn out; then it roared and struggled against its thongs, fire flashed from
it, and it tore through the ranks of the enemy once slipped from the leash,
never tired of slaying. Lugh is also assisted by a magic hound."
- Lugh - Wikipedia
"The god Lugh was worshipped in Ireland as a deity of the sun. This connection with the sun may explain his name (it means "shining one"), and it also may account for the attributes that he displayed: he was handsome, perpetually youthful, and had a tremendous energy and vitality. This energy manifests itself especially in the number of skills he had, according to legend, mastered. In fact, there was a tale that related Lugh's myriad abilities at arts and crafts. As told in the Battle of Magh Tuiredh, the god travelled to Tara, and arrived during a tremendous feast for the royal court. Lugh was greeted at the door by the keeper of the gate, and was immediately asked what talent he had - for it was a tradition there that only those who had a special or unique ability could enter the palace. The god offered his reply: "I am a wright". In response, the gate keeper said: "We already have a wright. Your services are not needed here". Still, Lugh, not to be so easily dismissed, continued: "I am a smith". Again, the guard retorted that the court had a smith that was quite adequate; but the god was not to be dissuaded. In short order, he noted that he was also a champion, a harper, a hero, a poet, an historian, a sorcerer, and a craftsman. To this list, the gate keeper merely nodded his head, and stated matter of factly that all of these various trades were represented in the court by other members of the Tuatha de Danaan. "Ah, but you do have an individual who possesses all of these skills simultaneously?", was Lugh's clever and inspired reply. The guard was forced to admit his defeat, and so Lugh was allowed to enter and join the festivities. According to Celtic mythology, Lugh was the son of Cian and Ethlinn. After the god Nuada was killed in the Second Battle of Magh Tuiredh, Lugh became the leader of the Tuatha De Danaan (the term for the gods and goddesses who descended from the goddess Danu)."
"All paganism is at bottom a worship of nature in some form or
other, and in all pagan religions the deepest and most awe-inspiring attribute
of nature was its power of re-production. The mystery of birth and becoming was
the deepest mystery of nature; it lay at the root of all thoughtful paganism,
and appeared in various forms, some of a more innocent, others of a most
debasing type. To ancient pagan thinkers, as well as to modern men of science,
the key to the hidden secret of the origin and preservation of the universe lay
in the mystery of sex. Two energies or agents, one an active and generative,
other a feminine, passive, or susceptible one, were everywhere thought to
combine for creative purposes; and heaven and earth sun and moon, day and night,
were believed to co-operate to the production of being. Upon some such basis as
this rested almost all the polytheistic worship of the old civilization; and to
it may be traced back, by stage, the separation of divinity into male and female
gods; the deification of distinct powers of nature, and the idealization of
man's own faculties, desires, and lusts; where every power of his understanding
was embodied as an object of adoration, and every impulse of his will became an
incarnation of deity."
- A.T. Jones, Ancient Sun Worship and Its Impact on Christianity
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Poems, Prayers, Rites, Liturgy,
Lammas, Lughnasadh, Summer Fest, First Harvest Celebration
"The grain to harvest's cutting falls
to make the bread for banquet halls.
We'll save some seeds where life's waiting,
and plant a new field come next Spring.
We shared the work we needed to do,
and now we'll share the eating too!
Thank you, fruit, and thank you bread,
for making sure that we are fed."
- Asleen O'Gaea, Celebrating the Seasons of Life: Beltane to Mabon, p.
"Under the summer sun,
thirty birds feeding
on figs.
Young tree branches
sagging so low -
ripe peaches.
Still in the shade,
on wet soil,
a black dragonfly.
An old mind
surprised by seeing
a purple fairy at sunset,
dancing to the crickets' tunes,
leaping as guinea hens screech,
wary of the bats,
hovering to say,
"Lugh's Day, Lugh's Day."
Crackling fires
under the full moon.
Peace in the Valley."
- Mike Garofalo, Lugh's Fairy
"Now is the time of the First Harvest,
I partake of the first harvest, mixing its energies
with mine that I may continue my quest for the starry
wisdom of perfection.
O Lady of the Moon and Lord of the Sun,
gracious ones before Whom the stars halt their courses,
I offer my thanks for the continuing fertility of the Earth.
May the nodding grain loose its seeds to be buried in
the Mothers breast, ensuring rebirth in the warmth
of the coming Spring."
- Scott Cunningham, Lammas Ritual
"The Wheel rolls more, and Autumn returns.
Cooler the rain; the Sun lower burns.
The coloring leaves presage the Year:
All things move into harvest's sphere.
I vow to savor fruits first picked;
nor into grief shall I be tricked.
I vow to offer what once I spurned,
and face the Turning reassured.
- Asleen O'Gaea, Celebrating the Seasons of Life: Beltane to Mabon, p.
"Corn rigs an' barley rigs,
"I come to this space in
Within the Sacred Garden of the Gods.
The Sun God;
He gives forth light and the energy of life to all.
Through the Goddess and from the Goddess
All things grow and mature.
It is She who is the bearer of life and rebirth of the Harvest to
The land is full and must be tended.
Let me now share Her bounty."
- Solitary Lammas Ritual
"The Wheel of the Year has turned once
and the harvest will soon be upon us.
We have food on our tables, and
the soil is fertile.
Nature's bounty, the gift of the earth,
gives us reasons to be thankful.
Mother of the Harvest, with your sickle and basket,
bless me with abundance and plenty.
The power of the Harvest is within me.
As the seed falls to the earth and is reborn each year,
I too grow as the seasons change.
As the grain takes root in the fertile soil,
I too will find my roots and develop.
As the smallest seed blooms into a mighty stalk,
I too will bloom where I landed.
As the wheat is harvested and saved for winter,
I too will set aside that which I can use later.
As the grain dies, it transforms
to bread,
and brings us life through the winter.
We bless this bread, and it blesses us in return,
and we are thankful for the gift of the harvest."
- Patti Wigington, Hold a Lammas Harvest Festival
"There was three men came out of the west,
Their fortunes for to try,
And these three men made a solemn vow,
John Barleycorn should die.
They ploughed, they sowed, they harrowed him in,
Throwed clods upon his head,
And these three man made a solemn vow,
John Barleycorn was dead.
Then they let him lie for a very long time
Till the rain from heaven did fall,
Then little Sir John sprung up his head,
And soon amazed them all.
They let him stand till midsummer
Till he looked both pale and wan,
And little Sir John he growed a long beard
And so became a man."
- John Barleycorn, Version by John Renfro Davis
"Come ye spirits of North, powers
of Earth, bring the beauty of ripe, golden fields. Be with me this night.
Come ye spirits of East, powers of Air, bring the cool morning breeze. Be with me this night.
Come ye spirits of South, powers of Fire, bring the hot, sultry summer afternoons. Be with me this night.
Come ye spirits of West, powers of Water, bring the warm rains that nourish the fields. Be with me this night.
Lord Lugh, Lord of the Harvest, the bounty of your seed ripens in the fields and orchards. Be with me this night.
Lady Gaia, Mother of All, your great swollen belly provides abundance. Nourish me, protect me. Be with me this night."
- Lughnasadh Ritual, Llewellyn Encyclopedia
"O Lugh of the Long Arm:
You arch over earth
To kiss the corn,
To call it forth,
To see it born.
Your hillslopes flaunt,
breathe golden bees.
From parched fields
Scant dewfall flees.
Your chest is opened
Your heart exposed
Your blood like bronze
And amber flows.
Sun sears your flesh
Asprawl in thistles
Through your wound
Your life's breath whistles.
You laid you down
In fragrant thyme,
To bleed the sun's
Entranced decline.
You wrestled harvest,
Corn to capture –
Now we see at sunfall
Your face of rapture."
- Lughnasadh Ritual by Llwyn y Ser, The Grove of the Stars
"Now upon my altar,
Gifts I offer the Two that are One.
As each day passes, shorter than the last,
May I be reminded of the seasons that have passed.
The marriage and the seeding of the Goddess in May;
Her womb swollen with life anew at Summer Solstice Day;
All this time the Father Sun has shone with so much pride.
"Rising early, setting late;
Now that He has supplied the warmth and light
For the good of the Earth
He knows that His death is drawing near.
But this secret He understands,
That with the turning of the wheel,
His rebirth has been planned."
- Lammas Ritual by Asiya
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Lughnasadh - Table of
Associations and Correspondences
Time of Day
Mid-Afternoon, Noon to 5 pm
Time of Life
40-60's, Middle Age, Height of Powers, Fatherhood
Bread, Corn, Wheat, Fruits, Corn Dolly, Green Man
Plums, Peaches, Grapes, Wheat, Lamb, Berries, Barley Cakes, Breads
Heather, Acacia, Hollyhock, Aloes, Sunflowers, Frankincense, Sandalwood, Rose
Baskets, Lugh's Spear (Areadbhar), Sickles, Scythes
Ceres, Demeter, Corn Mother, Pomona, Mother Earth
Lugh, Mercury, Hermes,
Harvest, Transformation, Fruitfulness, Change Abundance, Completion, Prosperity, Robustness, Achievement, Letting Go, Reaping, Sacrifice, Purification, Contentment
Bread of Life, Table of Plenty, Ever Flowing Cup, Chalice of Plenty
Farming Activities
Harvesting and preserving wheat, corn, vegetables
Crow, Salmon
|Tarot, Divination
|Wheel of Fortune, Justice
Golden Yellow, Light Brown, Purple, Orange, Red-Brown, Brown-Grey
|Activities, Celebrations
Dancing, Singing, Playing Music
Poetry Reading, Bardic Competitions
Games, Competitions, Men's Sports
Drinking beer, whiskey, mead, iced tea
South-West, Violet
Lughnasadh - Druid, Neo-Pagan
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Mike Garofalo's Notes
My notes, observations, listing of local activities, and studies on the Holy Day and the season:
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Michael P. Garofalo's E-mail
Valley Spirit Center
Meditation Research and Education
Red Bluff, California
Red Bluff, Tehama County, North Sacramento Valley, Northern California, U.S.A.
Cities in the area: Oroville, Paradise, Durham, Chico, Hamilton City, Orland, Corning,
Rancho Tehama, Los Molinos, Tehama, Gerber, Manton, Cottonwood,
Anderson, Shasta Lake, Palo Cedro, and Redding, CA
© 2007 - 2010, Green Way
Research, Red Bluff, California
Michael P. Garofalo, All Rights Reserved
The Spirit of Gardening
Cloud Hands: Chinese Mind-Body Movement Arts
Months: Quotations, Poetry, Lore, Garden Chores
One Old Druid's Final Journey: Notebooks of the Librarian of Gushen Grove
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In episode 91, Felix left a comment on audio2u.com regarding "ratios",
Kevin Smith asked about selecting sample rates in your multitrack project,
which led to discussions on the Nyquist theorem,
and the DVD-A spec,
Ross Bennett wrote to say that a) he loves my new mic, b) appreciated my discussion on near field and mid field monitoring in ep 90, and c) to remind us all that good monitoring is all well and good, but we should also take some time out during a large mixing session to listen to a mix we respect so that we don't get lost in our work.
Plus, Leon McCormick wrote to ask about the processing of my voice when I'm reading out the e-mail.
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31 Oct 2016
PSB Academy brings industry leaders and academia together for aspiring practitioners in PR's digital age
News, PSBA
PSB Academy's first-ever CollabX forum on the communication sector brought PR veterans and academia together to map out the future of jobs in a digital-first environment; a new Media and Communication diploma course was launched by PSB Academy to cater to the needs for practitioners in the new economy
31 October 2016, Singapore – In a first-of-its-kind initiative, PSB Academy launched CollabX, a series of forums that infuses best practices from industry with academia and research to prepare aspiring practitioners for the needs of the future economy. Last week, the Academy hosted its second CollabX initiative, with a focus on the communication sector at the Ogilvy & Mather Singapore office. The forum was held in partnership with the Institute of Public Relations of Singapore (IPRS), University of Newcastle Australia (Singapore), Ogilvy Public Relations and Young NTUC.
(From left: Marcus Loh, Vice President of Marketing and Corporate Communication at PSB Academy, Tham Kok Wing, Accredited member of IPRS and Senior Vice President of Engagement and Integration at Ruder Finn Asia Pacific, Chong Ee Rong, Group Managing Director of Ogilvy & Mather Singapore and Dr Rama Venkatasawmy, Lecturer in the Discipline of Communication and Media, University of Newcastle Australia (Singapore. Photo credit: Abhinay Lakshman, University of Newcastle Australia (Singapore))
More than 120 attendees, including students from tertiary, polytechnic students and IPRS campus chapters, attended the three-hour forum to engage speakers on future trends, technology and techniques that would influence the demand for different skillsets from aspiring practitioners.
Speakers at Wednesday's CollabX Communication discussed the following topics:
- Narratives, data and brand – three questions for future practitioners - Marcus Loh, Vice President of Marketing and Corporate Communication at PSB Academy
- Tectonic shifts in communication in the digital-first age – Tham Kok Wing, Accredited member of IPRS and Senior Vice President of Engagement and Integration at Ruder Finn Asia Pacific
- Big data in the future of communication and creative industries - Rama Venkatasawmy, Lecturer in the Discipline of Communication and Media, University of Newcastle Australia (Singapore)
- The business of content and art of storytelling – Sara Pereira, Regional Deputy Director for Ogilvy Public Relations on
The forum closed on a high-note as Ms Chong EeRong, Group Managing Director for Ogilvy and Mather Singapore, joined the panel to discuss "The future of jobs in a digital-first world", which drew compelling questions from the audience, who were interested to learn about the opportunities available for career growth in Singapore's PR and communications sector, against the backdrop of a slowing economy. Attendees were also keen to understand the skill-sets which leading practitioners value, as they expand their firms to help other businesses thrive in the age of media integration and digitization.
Dr Rama said, "What we are witnessing is an era of data scarcity, to data abundance, about our audience. Practitioners thus need a wider skill set, besides writing and presenting, which allows them to interpret and analyse data." Dr Rama foresees the rise of the "Algorithm generation" who are data-guided communication practitioners that complement creativity with mathematical rigor. He emphasized that modern universities, like the University of Newcastle Australia, are keenly attuned to enabling diploma holders to deepen their skillsets in these areas.
Kok Wing added, "Besides having a wider skill set, it really boils down to the attitude and aptitude of the aspiring practitioners. Employers are always on the lookout for people who are eager to learn."
In closing, Ee Rong cited a study from the World Economic Forum on the key skills that would be needed for practitioners to succeed in the future economy. She mentioned that thriving in a fast-changing economy really boils down to four human traits that will withstand the test of time: Critical thinking, emotional quotient, autonomy and creativity. The ability to think critically, creatively and express oneself freely – these can't be taught, but one can develop these via engagement with the broader community and the "world around you".
"It is reassuring to hear that both industry and university partners at CollabX recognize that the value of an aspiring practitioner goes beyond paper qualifications, whether one is a graduate with a local or external degree. What matters more are the skillsets that one brings to the table – skillsets that are imparted through close collaboration between industry leaders and academic institutions." said PSB Academy's Marcus Loh. "This age of disruption calls for initiatives like CollabX and business advisory panels to ensure that real-world best-practices are infused into academia, so that students can be confident of being industry-ready when they graduate."
In response to the growing needs for media and communication practitioners to be equipped with these skillsets, PSB Academy recently announced the launch of a new diploma programme under PSB Academy's School of Business and Management studies. The diploma programme will be conducted at the Academy's new 100,000+ square feet city campus at Marina Square. Intake for PSB Academy's Diploma in Media and Communications commences in January 2017, and graduating students from secondary schools and Institutes of Technical Education are welcome to apply.
Collab X is part of a multi-series event designed to be a platform for creating opportunities through learning, sharing and networking. To find out about future events, please visit: http://www.psb-academy.edu.sg/about-us/generic-highlights/collab-x-series/
About PSB Academy
Productivity is at the heart of PSB Academy. Once known as the Productivity and Standards Board, PSB Academy today ranks as one of Singapore's leading private education institutions. Our full-time and part-time diploma, degree and post-graduate programs focus on what really matters: performance in the real-world. We aim to appeal to millennials looking for an industry-ready education as well as early to mid-career professionals looking to upgrade themselves.
We have over 300 part-time and full-time lecturers delivering lessons to over 11,000 local and international students. PSB Academy is currently situated at two campuses in Singapore: PSBAcademy@Delta and PSBAcademy@Shenton. Learn more at: www.psb-academy.edu.sg.
Our 2015 Graduate and Employment Survey showed:
:: our graduates had a 91% employment rate
:: 87% of them gained employment within 6 months
:: 62% of them benefited from our courses eg. pay increment, promotion, switching to a better job and others
:: 2.1 months on average was all it took to find a job


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What Is the History of the AMA, and How Has It Dealt with Medical Marijuana Throughout Its History?
"The AMA opposes legalization of the sale and possession of marijuana, and recommends that it be prohibited for public use and also supports the modification of state laws to reduce the severity of penalties for possession of marijuana. The AMA recommends that personal possession of insignificant amounts be considered a misdemeanor and advocates increased research into the effects of marijuana."
"The AMA has long supported the principle that Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of a new drug must be based on sound scientific and medical evidence derived from controlled trials and that social and economic concerns per se should not play a significant role in the FDA's decision-making process as it relates to either general or product-specific drug regulation."
"We urge federal funding of research to determine the validity of marijuana as an effective medical treatment. Right now the California and Arizona initiatives are in direct conflict with federal law. The AMA urges physicians to prescribe effective, legal medications available to compassionately treat disease and relieve pain."
"The AMA believes that effective patient care requires the free and unfettered exchange of information on treatment alternatives and that discussion of these alternatives between physicians and patients should not subject either party to criminal sanctions. The AMA recommends that adequate and well-controlled studies of smoked marijuana be conducted in patients who have serious conditions for which preclinical, anecdotal, or controlled evidence suggests possible efficacy in eluding AIDS wasting syndrome, severe acute or delayed emesis induced by chemotherapy, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, dystonia, and neuropathic pain."
"Until such time as rapid-onset cannabinoid [marijuana] formulations are clinically available, our AMA affirms the appropriateness of compassionate use of marijuana and related cannabinoids in carefully controlled programs designed to provide symptomatic relief of nausea, vomiting, cachexia, anorexia, spasticity, acute or chronic pain, or other palliative effects. Such compassionate use is appropriate when other approved medications provide inadequate relief or are not tolerated, and the protocols provide for physician oversight and a mechanism to assess treatment effectiveness."
"Our AMA urges that marijuana's status as a federal Schedule I controlled substance be reviewed with the goal of facilitating the conduct of clinical research and development of cannabinoid-based medicines, and alternate delivery methods. This should not be viewed as an endorsement of state-based medical cannabis programs, the legalization of marijuana, or that scientific evidence on the therapeutic use of cannabis meets the current standards for a prescription drug product."
"AMA Policy: Medical Marijuana,"


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By JAMES HENNERTY
Special to the Times Union
TROY … The fourth concert of
the Albany Symphony's season
concluded its celebration of Mozart's
250th birthday. This time,
Music Director David Alan Miller
conducted four singers in excerpts
from five of the composer's operas,
complementing the orchestral
works played last February. These
are some of the composer's greatest
achievements, but how effective
can 19 excerpts be in a concert hall
instead of an opera house?
 Miller managed to make it a
success. In lieu of supertitles translating
the words, he gave brief and
witty summaries of the text of each
piece, and the singers acted out
each one to some degree.
 The orchestra played two purely
instrumental pieces, the Overture
to "The Marriage of Figaro" and
the rarely performed ballet from
"Idomeneo." The former sounded
scrappy and under-rehearsed, but
the ballet was a real find.
 Bass-baritone Matthew Burns
carried the heaviest workload,
singing in nine of the pieces. He is
handsome and a good actor, and
uses his voice skillfully. He sounds
rather dry in his middle register,
though, and lacks the velvety tone
that catches listeners' attention. He
was best in the comic arias of
Leporello's "Catalogue" Aria … where
a looseleaf binder with computer printouts
replaced the traditional notebook … from "Don
Giovanni" and Papageno's music
from "The Magic Flute."
 Alison Trainer has a lovely,
bright soprano, which sounded
best in an aria from the lesser-
known "Idomeneo," and Pamina's
"Ach, Ich Fuehl's" from "The
Magic Flute." She has excellent
legato and phrases the music with a
superb feel for the words. In
ensemble numbers, she sometimes sang too
softly to be heard. Her
duet from "Cosi Fan Tutte" was
fine, but her voice never really
blended well with Katherine
Pracht's mezzo-soprano.
 Pracht is impressive in her singing
and acting. She seemed naturally attuned
to each character she
portrayed, from the teenage boy
Cherubino to the conflicted Dorabella in "Cosi."
It was in the latter's
aria that she demonstrated how to
express passionate emotion without breaking
the music's line and
while always maintaining a beautiful tone.
 Scott Ramsey was arguably the
most impressive of the four singers.
He was ambitious enough to sing
the original (very difficult) version
of "Fuor Del Mar" from "Idomeneo." While
lacking a real trill, he
performed the rapid runs and
other decorations handsomely. His
voice was shown to even better
effect in "Dalla Sua Pace" from
"Don Giovanni."
 The singers performed the ensemble
numbers beautifully, and
sent the audience home with the
haunting Farewell Trio from
"Cosi." The ASO took an awkward
idea and made it into a memorable
James Hennerty is a freelance
writer from Albany and a regular
contributor to the Times Union.


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These Nicos Zographos "66" Chairs are truly a work of art! They personify the simple elegance which was the "tone" of the architects who entered the design marketplace in the Mid-Century era. These lovely chairs offer substantial bent chrome tubing (very heavy!) which is in a double cantilever design utilizing both a verticle chrome tubing and horizontal to create a wonderful balance and a chair which "gives" - creating a work of art which is also quite comfortable! This is due to springs that hold the sling seat and back together providing a gentle pitch - the leather seat is cut on the bias so just a lovely addition to already magnificent detailing and design! The cocktail table book, "The Design Art of Nicos Zographos" goes to the purchaser as our gift - the chair, it's design and schematics begins on page 123 - provenance is a beautiful thing - enjoy!
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text: I've been meaning to make raw ravioli for quite some time now. I've been putting it off though because I was honestly overwhelmed by testing and coming up with this recipe. I've seen Matthew Kenney, one of my favourite raw gurus, present his raw raviolis and they're always so stunning that I thought it would take so much effort to replicate a similar recipe. To my surprise, this recipe for Raw Candy Cane Beet Ravioli is super simple. It takes 15 minutes to make maximum! You'll simply peel and thinly slice one candy cane beet. It's easiest to do this using a mandolin or an "adjustable slicer" in a food processor. To make the plant-based ricotta filling, you'll process all ingredients until smooth and then fill each beet slice with a dollop of the filling. Fold each of the slices in half and serve with chopped parsley, black pepper, pink salt and a drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice. Enjoy!


text: Hi!> > > Without this patch, kIrDAd prevents my notebook from entering suspend> > > mode.> > Are you talking about normal apm or acpi suspend or this swsusp> thing?ACPI and swsusp uses same mechanism. apm is different.> > Wow ! I knew about microwave for 802.11b, but not about> > refrigerator for IrDA.> > Inclined to say "me too".:-).> > The man for sir_kthread is Martin Diehl. He is much more> > intimate with kernel tasks than me, and he has other sir_dev updates> > in the pipeline.> > Admittedly I didn't care about swsusp so far. Given the big fat warning on > top of Documentation/swsusp.txt I would not even try and i personally > don't see what I would miss without swsusp.That's okay... Just support your DMA-ing devices are supported.> But of course, if we can make all parties happy, why not.> > > > + if (current->flags & PF_FREEZE)> > > + refrigerator(PF_IOTHREAD);> > > +> > I've tried to find some documentation about this - without success. So I > have no idea why this might be needed and what it will do. Grepping for > other kernel threads it looks like most of them use the same two lines.> OTOH the irda thread is very similar to keventd's workqueue which do not> use this. Not sure about the reason.> Well, I'm thinking about making the irda thread using workqueue anyway, in > which case the issue would either disappear or get shifted to > kernel/workqueue.c.> For the meantime, I think we should apply this if somebody would explain > what's going on here.We need kernel thread to sleep at defined place. Process runninguserspace can be stopped any time, but processes running in kernel canbe only stopped at defined places, to avoid unexpected surprises.If it is possible to sleep at place "a", and no locks needed forsuspend are held at "a", inserting if (current->flags & PF_FREEZE) refrigerator(PF_IOTHREAD);is the right thing to do. Pavel-- When do you have a heart between your knees?[Johanka's followup: and *two* hearts?]-To unsubscribe from this list: send the line "unsubscribe linux-kernel" inthe body of a message to firstname.lastname@example.com majordomo info at http://vger.kernel.org/majordomo-info.htmlPlease read the FAQ at http://www.tux.org/lkml/


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|Synth Site: Roland: TB-303: User reviews Add review
|Average rating: 4.8 out of 5
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|Tomas Kanerva a professional user from xox writes:
Hey! This is together w perhaps the minimoog, worlds greatest synth. Well, yeah. Talk about software, sounds, bits, rebirth etc... You need this M A C H I N E ! ! Becuase that's what it is, a machine to play with! but i guess people dont play their intruments today!?? If you however get one...after you got tired of these instant gratifying "bassline". Please dont forget to hook up the machine to some serious outboard, yeah! get a long line of all strangeboxes and crank it, like you would on a guitar, then play it!
Respect to the creators!!
ps. I dont believe for a minute of the accident factor of its popularity, that is just naive bashing of plp, that probably never will get near this "box" :D
|Rating: 5 out of 5 posted Saturday-Nov-12-2005 at 01:53
|Steve Bisson a hobbyist user from Canada writes:
i use to have one of those... i prefer software synth a lot better now... you can similate like 20 of thoses on a laptop
for techno rave , dance club type of urban styles and groove i prefer software
|Rating: 2 out of 5 posted Monday-Oct-24-2005 at 23:50
|kenneth a part-time user from netherlands writes:
over priced and dated sound but what a sound! if only i had the money, then i would be hooked on ACID for the rest of my life.
|Rating: 3 out of 5 posted Friday-Jun-25-2004 at 03:33
|a professional user from USA writes:
I just got my TB303. I thought Rebirth and Bass Line VSTi sounded similar... - not close. I replaced all the lines I had recorded with Rebirth with the TB303 and they just came alive. The sound is organic, mystique and in your face. You can't get that presence or the dynamics of the TB303 with Rebirth even if you run the latter thru Fatso like I was.
|Rating: 4 out of 5 posted Thursday-Mar-04-2004 at 14:09
|Sorry! writes:
If you are not willing to pay silly money, you will not buy one. This is the number one bass synth and they are rare and cost. I had two and sold one on. It was well played with and had lost the battery cover. No manual/ box etc. I sold it for £600 and the phone was red hot. Worth every penny too. Pure wickedness. delay and they are sold. A cheap one will have gone days before you will see.
|Rating: 5 out of 5 posted Saturday-Dec-27-2003 at 14:34
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EA Sports UFC is just around the corner, but lucky for us, EA released a demo for both next-gen consoles, and we're checking it out.
We'll be going through the Training Mode first to get acquainted with UFC, and then head straight into a match where we'll most likely get our asses kicked.
What do we take away from this demo? It looks stunning, downright realistic. UFC fans have something to look forward to.


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TaylorMade SpeedBlade
These two-tone plated irons have more than just a pretty clubface. They also put more power into your game. The extra oomph comes from what's called a SpeedPocket – a handlebar-shaped slot in the sole that gives the face more flex and faster bounce-back for higher launch and stronger shots. [$800 per set; taylormadegolf.com]Back to top


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"UK PonyCon, formerly known as the International My Little Pony Convention, is an event held in the UK celebrating Hasbro's leading 1980s toy brand, My Little Pony. Established in 2004, we are a charity fundraising event that aims to raise money and awareness each year for our chosen charity, as well as spreading the love and fun of My Little Pony!
Suitable for all the family, kids and collectors alike, PonyCon is a fun day out with events and activities running throughout the day, including collector's displays, sales stalls, quizzes and competitions, as well as expert advice in the form of panels and workshops. Whether you're young, or just plain young at heart, you'll find plenty to do and see at PonyCon!"
This year UK Ponycon will be held on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th October at Mercure 'The Grand' Hotel located in Leicester. ThePonyBusiness will be present on both days with a stall selling ponies from all generations. Ponies from our store and new ponies that are not yet listed in the store will be for sale.
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Thread: Jason Chambers on CSI: NY
2/06/2008 10:29pm, #1
Jason Chambers on CSI: NY
Jason Chambers on CSI? Jason Chambers on motherfucking CSI?
Is anybody watching this ****? It's on right now.
First Forrest Griffin on Law and Order and now this?
Who gives a ****?Originally Posted by Goju - joe
2/06/2008 10:35pm, #2
What role is he playing? What is the extent of his role, a brief cameo or a featured guest spot? Does he pull guard on anyone?
Anyway, I hope Bill Duff makes an appearance on CSI: Miami. He can play a beached whale or something. David Caruso will look at his sun-burnished carcass, make a wry comment, then put his sunglasses on and walk out of frame while Roger Daltrey screeches over the soundtrack.
2/06/2008 10:55pm, #3
It was disappointing. He played a skater/luge punk named mercury. He spoke to the investigators once. He didn't pull guard on anyone. He didn't even punch a ************.
Disappointing, Jason, disappointing.Originally Posted by Goju - joe
2/07/2008 1:00am, #4
A skater named "Mercury?" Sounds like he should belong on a roller derby team or something.
Did he at least get his finger broken by an escrimador?
2/07/2008 2:25am, #5
Investigator: "Another victim turned up in the apartment block yesterday. Head smashed in with a polo mallet. You wouldn't know anything about that would you?"
Jason: "I know it was a bone crunching finish that could deliver a devastating four hundred pounds of force."
2/07/2008 3:14am, #6
I hope there was a scene where Jason and the CSI crew go into the jungles of New York to learn ancient and lethal investigation techniques from grey-bearded masters... techniques that are too ruthlessly efficient for police work!
2/07/2008 6:55am, #7
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ICANN rules out ITU merger
Extending the mandate of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) could do irreparable harm to it and Internet governance in the future, says ICANN CEO Paul Twomey.
Speaking at a press conference at the end of the corporation`s five-day meeting in Cape Town yesterday, Twomey reiterated previous statements that ICANN was only responsible for a small part of Internet governance.
Twomey also dismissed any chance of a merger between ICANN and the International Telecommunications Union (ITU), as has been mooted by some involved in the overall debate about the role and control of the Internet.
"It must be understood that the ITU was created in the guise of classical telecommunications framework of agreements between governments. However, the Internet is built on the co-operation of about 200 000 computer networks," he said.
ICANN chairman Vinton Cerf said at the same press conference that his corporation was only responsible for a small part of Internet governance.
"Issues such as electronic commerce, fraud and child pornography should be dealt with by bodies such as the United Nations and through government agreements," he said.
A statement made earlier by the African Internet Providers Association (AfrISPA) supported these views.
"As AfrISPA we are concerned about issues related to cyber-crime, spam, child-pornography and hate-oriented content, and the high cost of bandwidth in developing countries. We believe these issues are a neglected area of Internet governance, and are the more urgent and focal areas of the WSIS [World Summit on Information Society], UN and ITU to address. These are cross-border problems that tend to span multiple jurisdictions," said the AfrISPA statement.
This was the fourth ICANN meeting to be held in Africa and was attended by 735 delegates from 91 countries, including those from 25 African countries.
Among the various forums at the five-day conference was the "At-Large" Internet community meeting, which discussed the challenges facing the African community in the ICANN process. A WSIS workshop was held to help prepare delegates for the Tunis round in November 2005.
The ICANN board resolved to issue the final .net request for proposals from organisations bidding to administer the .net top-level domain. The contract with current administrator Verisign expires in July 2005.
Also announced during the meeting was that a new top-level domain name ".travel" would probably come into effect in January. It will cater for travel and tourism industry organisations around the world.


text: On Mon, 2004-07-26 at 04:50, Ingo Molnar wrote:> * Lee Revell <firstname.lastname@example.com> wrote:> > > Latency with 2.6.8-rc2 + voluntary-preempt-I4 is the best so far. > > After extended testing there only seem to be a few hot spots. In> > several minutes I saw an 11ms violation, a 14ms violation, and several> > 2ms violations.> > > > get_user_pages() is much better in 2.6.8-rc1-mm1 than 2.6.8-rc2. Is> > there any chance of getting the fix into mainline?> > in -J3 i've added a cond_resched to the latency-generating point of> get_user_pages(). (The biggest latencies happen via> make_pages_present(), which gets triggered by mlockall()/MAP_LOCKED.)> OK, great, this is the biggest remaing issue with -I4, because jackddoes that a lot.> > 2ms non-preemptible critical section violated 1 ms preempt threshold> > starting at unmap_vmas+0x1ff/0x210 and ending at> > unmap_vmas+0x1f5/0x210> > this is the normal sys_exit()->exit_mmap()->unmap_vmas() path. It's> weird that it generated a 2ms latency. What are the values of> voluntary_preemption and kernel_preemption on your current kernel? With> a 2:0 setting we ought to have a reschedule point every 32 pages. Do> you know which application triggers this latency and is it easy to> reproduce?> 2 and 1. Now that I think about it, this could have happened duringbootup, before my rc.local set these. I will try passing them on thekernel command line. Not sure I understand the difference between 2:1 and 2:0. Would thelatter make the kernel only preemptible at the voluntary preemptionpoints?> > 14ms non-preemptible critical section violated 1 ms preempt threshold > > starting at tty_write+0x1b6/0x290 and ending at schedule+0x2fd/0x5b0> > does this one trigger when you are using the VGA console? (or fbcon)?> > it's not immediately obvious to me precisely where this latency comes> from, it would be nice to know how to reproduce it.It think this one was caused by switching virtual consoles. At onepoint Andrew Morton suggested I remove the (un)lock_kernel calls fromdo_tty_write. This fixed the problem, with no detectable side effects. Maybe this could be incorporated into voluntary-preempt, it would beuseful to have more than one person to test it.Lee-To unsubscribe from this list: send the line "unsubscribe linux-kernel" inthe body of a message to firstname.lastname@example.com majordomo info at http://vger.kernel.org/majordomo-info.htmlPlease read the FAQ at http://www.tux.org/lkml/


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sauerkraut, largely because it is so easy, but I had a lazy Saturday morning and felt like making pancakes. This is similar to my fluffy buttermilk pancake recipe, but I modified it a bit to make it dairy-free. I also amped up the flavor with some warm spices and a touch of molasses, resulting in an apple spice cake taste.
Makes 6 pancakes (about two servings)
- 2 eggs, separated (make sure not to get any drops of yolk in the white)
- 1/2 cup liquid egg whites or egg substitute (or 4 fresh egg whites)
- 1/2 cup coconut milk (either lite or full-fat will work)
- 1/2 Tbs fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 Tbs unflavored or vanilla protein powder*
- 3 Tbs coconut flour
- 1 Tbs arrowroot or tapioca flour (or just use an extra tablespoon of coconut flour)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp molasses
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon, plus extra for sprinkling
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/8 tsp each ground nutmeg, allspice, and cloves
(note: if you'd like, you can substitute 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice for the all of the spices)
- 1 apple, cored and cut into eight wedges, then wedges sliced very thin
- Coconut oil, ghee, or butter for greasing the pan
- Combine the coconut milk and lemon juice in a small bowl and set aside.
- Start preheating a nonstick skillet over medium-low.
- Beat the egg whites that came from the whole eggs with a big pinch of salt. Use an electric mixer with whisk attachment to beat the whites until they reach soft peaks. Set aside.
- Combine the coconut milk mixture, egg yolks, liquid egg whites, molasses, and vanilla extract in a medium-sized bowl and whisk well. In a separate bowl, whisk together the coconut flour, arrowroot or tapioca, protein powder, baking powder, and spices. Add the dry ingredients to the wet and whisk until thoroughly combined. Stir in HALF of the chopped apple.
- Vigorously stir about a fourth of the whipped egg whites into the batter to lighten it. Fold the remaining whipped egg whites into the batter mixture, being careful not to deflate the whites.
- For each pancake, brush lightly with oil or grease with a bit of butter. Pour a quarter cup of batter into the skillet, shaking lightly to distribute batter (it will be slightly mounded up due to the beaten egg whites). Be sure to scoop the batter from the bottom of the bowl as the apple slices will sink. Cook until bubbles are visible on top, then flip the pancake over and cook until the other side is golden brown.
- While the pancakes are cooking, heat a bit of oil or ghee in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the remaining apple and saute until softened. Add a sprinkle of cinnamon and remove from heat.
- Serve the pancakes topped with sauteed apples.


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Originally born in Seoul, South Korea, artist Ji Lee currently lives and works in New York, USA. Lee's range of work stretches from design, branding and advertising, as well as working on his personal projects…such as his most internationally recognized Bubble Project.
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Aria Amazon: 8-Day
Beginning in the bustling jungle city of Iquitos in the Peruvian Amazon, this 8-day luxury cruise experience aboard the classy Aria Amazon offers the ultimate in relaxation and exploration in the depths of the stunning scenery of the rainforest.
With the help of expert guides, spot unusual and exotic wildlife, meet and interact with indigenous tribes, and immerse yourself into the exciting world of Amazonia. A truly indulgent yet thoroughly rewarding cruise for those wanting luxurious adventure.
This itinerary runs from Friday-Friday but a Monday-Monday itinerary is possible, although it would involve a long layover on the Friday with no activities in the afternoon. Please note that the itinerary is dependent on the river water level, weather conditions, wildlife behavior, and accessibility to locations, so may vary. All times indicated are approximate, and are also subject to change.
Iquitos Airport - Amazon River
After a two hour afternoon flight from Lima to the heart of the Peruvian Amazon region, you arrive at Iquitos Airport. Your guides will welcome you and whisk you to the air-conditioned bus for your journey to the Amazon River. Depending on the season, you will either be transported to the nearby port in Iquitos (High Water, Dec - May) or the port of Nauta (Low Water, Jun - Nov) which will involve a 1.5 hr journey.
If you depart from Nauta, lunch will be served at the Aria's very own private Nauta Lounge port, or if departing from Iquitos, lunch will be served at a local restaurant. If your flight times mean a late arrival, you will be served a box lunch en route.
At 6:00 p.m. we board the vessel. From the moment you step aboard, the Aria Amazon's atmosphere of low-key luxury is apparent. While settling into the handsomely-appointed, spacious suite, the vessel begins to move: it is the start of one of life's great adventures, to a place visited by only a few of even the most experienced travelers.
Stand on the Upper Deck to take in the view, as the Aria Amazon leaves Iquitos behind. Over the next three days, we sail the largest tributaries of the Amazon, as well as the mighty Amazon itself.
Before dinner, we perform a routine safety drill. Then repair to the air-conditioned lounge, to learn about life onboard, and for the first of the nightly briefings about your adventure to follow. The naturalist guides and cruise director introduce themselves and use video, photos, and maps to explain the details of your upcoming adventure.
This is the first chance to enjoy the boat's world-class cuisine, created by Executive Chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino, whose restaurant, Malabar, is one of the best in all of Lima. Schiaffino's recipes, with their imaginative use of local products – fruit, fish, spices – make every meal a delightful adventure. (The menu always offers choices, including a vegetarian option.) Toast the beginning of your journey, with a glass of South American wine, perhaps.
After dinner, there is a chance to enjoy a nightcap on the Upper Deck, under the stars, before retiring.
Amazon River/Yacapana Islands/Nauta Caño or Yanayacu Pucate River/Marañon River
Be up early to catch your first glimpse of the majestic Amazon River, as you watch the sun rise over this green world filled with wonderful wildlife. This initial contact with Amazonia is only a brief sampling of what the rest of your journey will hold.
In High Water season (Dec - May) aboard our comfortable skiffs, we set sail from the Amazon River to the Yarapa River. Keep your binoculars ready to spot tropical songbirds, black collared hawks and sloths. We'll go fishing for Amazonia's notoriously ferocious piranhas while our naturalist guides share stories of Lake Moringo. As the sun sets, we head off on an evening's wildlife excursion with extraordinary stargazing on the black waters of Nauta Caño.
In Low Water season (Jun - Nov) we commence today's adventures near the main entrance of Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, cruising along Yanayacu Pucate in the comfort of our state-of-the-art skiffs. Kayak, canoe and swim in these unspoiled black waters, keeping eyes peeled for the Amazon's legendary pink dolphins. In the afternoon, we will visit a remote village along the Marañon River to learn about traditional customs.
Marañon Creek/Suspended Bridges/Yanayacu-Pucate or Samira River/Nauta Caño or Amazonian Natural Park
In High Water season, rise with the sun to explore a 'lost river' along the Marañon River. After breakfast, we will take a jungle walk, crossing suspended bridges and bushwhacking into the high ground forest. Later, swim, canoe or kayak in Yanayacu-Pucate River as we look for legendary pink river dolphins. Focus our hi- tech telescope on the night sky to identify the planets and constellations.
In Low Water season, we set off by skiffs for an excursion along the Samiria River with optional fishing. Listen carefully to our after lunch flora and fauna lecture, then venture out for a singularly thrilling jungle walk across suspended bridges deep into the high Amazon rainforest. On our return in the evening, enjoy the jungle symphony and extraordinary stargazing on local catamaran-like vessels along the "Enchanted Lake".
Day 4: MONDAY
Birthplace of the Amazon - Village Visit - Nauta Town
This morning, the Aria Amazon skirts the edge of the vast Pacaya-Samiria Reserve, a flooded forest covering five million acres at the headwaters of the Amazon basin. We board the skiffs to view one of the great spectacles of the Southern Hemisphere: the sun rising over the birthplace of the Amazon River. Here two major tributaries, the Ucayali and Marañon Rivers merge to form the world's greatest waterway, with nature is at its most dramatic: abundant birdsong coming from river banks populated by large-billed terns, laughing falcons, gray tanagers, sandpipers, five kinds of parakeets, the exotic short-tailed parrot, and dozens of other birds.
We continue to a local Indian village where you can interact with the hospitable native Indians. They are happy to share their culture, traditions, folklore and handicrafts. We may have the opportunity to learn about medicinal plants from a Shaman or local medicine teacher, whose knowledge of spiritual healing has been passed down from generation to generation since time immemorial. Alternatively you may walk around with our naturalist guides to see how the boat's owners works with these communities to improve their natural resource management. You will also have the opportunity to shop for handicrafts directly from the artisans.
In the afternoon, we stop in Nauta where villagers from around Amazonia come to sell their harvest. Tonight you will meet the new passengers who have signed on for the four-night trip, as we start our journey together along the Marañon River.
Yanallpa River/Dorado River or Ucayali River/Pacaya River
In High Water season (Dec - May) today we explore the black waters of the Yanallpa River by skiff, disembarking to walk deep into the Amazonian rain forest. Later, we board the skiffs again to cruise along the El Dorado River for a dusk excursion in search of exotic nocturnal wildlife.
In Low Water season (Jun - Nov) we board our skiffs and start the day like Amazon River dwellers, cruising along the Ucayali River. As these farmers and fishermen go about their business, we search for pink river dolphins in these pristine waters. Later in the day, we return to the skiffs, to ride along the black waters of the Pacaya River at dusk, searching for the mysterious wildlife that come out after dark.
Pacaya River/Ucayali River/Tapiche River
The rewards of our early start today are plentiful, including a breakfast picnic accompanied by jungle symphony and fishing along the black waters of the Pacaya River. After lunch, we venture out by skiffs on the Ucayali River alongside the banana boats transporting their jungle products to the port of Requena, keeping an eye out for pink river dolphins.
Clavero or Yarapa River/Village Visit or San Jose Flooded Forest
Choose to go jungle walking, canoeing, kayaking or swimming on the black water Yarapa or Clavero River in the morning.
In the afternoon in High Water season (Dec - May) we visit a remote Amazonia village, and in Low Water season (Jun - Nov) take a short jungle walk instead in the San Jose flooded forest to see the unforgettable giant water lilies.
This evening before dinner, we will gather to introduce you to some of the crew members whom you may not have met, working "behind the scenes" to ensure your countless exceptional experiences aboard the Aria Amazon.
Iquitos or Nauta Disembarkation - Manatee Rescue Center - Airport
In the high water season (Dec-May), depending on the weather, we will tour the flood zone that borders the city of Iquitos and observe the houses and shops that actually float on the Itaya River for several months of the year. Then we will visit the traditional market of Bellavista Nanay, bordering the Nanay River, to see products from the Peruvian Amazon including exotic snacks like the Amazon Caterpillar. Called "Suri," these caterpillars live in the palm trees and are considered a very appetizing snack for Amazonia people, even in the city.
In the low water season (Jun-Nov) we will visit the local fresh market of Nauta Town with your guides who can identify the day's catch by the fishermen of Amazonia and the region's exotic fruits.
En route to Iquitos Airport we will visit the Manatee Rescue Center, where biologists and volunteers care for endangered Amazon manatees that conservation authorities have seized from local people and fishermen. Biologists will give a presentation about the project and its efforts to help these helpless mammals. You will also see how the manatees are cared for and are prepared for re-introduction into their natural habitat.
Lunch or box lunch is included, depending on the exact departure flight time, which can vary. If there is time, we may also visit the San Juan craft market, and other local activities may be included according to the flight schedule.
Later, you will be transported to Iquitos Airport, where your guides will help you with check-in and stay with you until you have boarded your flight back to Lima.
- Please note that all cruise itineraries are subject to change due to seasonal weather conditions (and resultant variations in river and tributary water levels) affecting accessibility to locations. Thus navigation routes, times and excursions may need to be modified at the cruise captain's discretion.
- Passengers should also be aware that animal sightings cannot be guaranteed due to the unpredictability of wildlife behavior.