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14 things lifeguards wish you knew about water safety
Taking a dip in the pool or spending a day in the salty ocean water is one of the best outdoor activities. But the water, as fun as it may be, can also be one of the biggest summer health hazards. Because the best kind of summer is a safe summer, there are a lot of water safety tips that you need to know before you take a dive, and no one knows more about water safety than lifeguards. To find out the essential things you need to know about swimming and splashing, we spoke with five former and current lifeguards to discover the things they want you to know about water safety.istockphoto.com
Always pay attention to your own kids
A day at the pool is an absolute must-do summer activity. And while lifeguards are there to make sure the water and the general pool area are safe, they're not there specifically to watch your children. You are in charge of making sure your kids aren't getting into things they shouldn't be or doing things above their limits. And, please, discipline your own kids.istockphoto.com
Check water depth before getting in
One of the lifeguards we spoke with said that most of her saves took place at the end of a waterslide when guests would splash into an 11-foot-deep pool and then have to swim to the side to get out. Before you go on a waterslide or do a cannonball into the deep end, make sure that the depth is something you are comfortable with. If you are not a strong swimmer, stick to areas you can stand in.istockphoto.com
If you're 6 feet tall, you can't stand in 6-foot-deep water
A 6-foot pool depth means that the particular body of water is 6 feet deep from top to bottom. That does not mean a 6-foot-tall person will be able to comfortably stand in that area; your entire head would actually be under water. If you're not a strong swimmer, try to stay in an area where you can comfortably stand with your head and shoulders above the waterline.istockphoto.com
Drowning often doesn't look like drowning
Picture a person drowning: They're probably splashing around, trying to get themselves afloat while exerting a ton of energy and making a lot of noise, right? Wrong. Despite what TV and movies show you, drowning is actually a quiet event. A real drowning person will not be able to call out for help or wave their arms. Instead, they will be vertical in the water and their heads will bob below and slightly above the surface, with their mouth at water level. They will gasp for air, their eyes will be closed or glossed over, hair will be covering their face and they will look like they are climbing a ladder or trying to roll over onto their backs. Knowing what a drowning person looks life is one of the most important summer safety tips.istockphoto.com
Getting out of a rip current can be counterintuitive
One of our lifeguards spent her summers at the beach, and knows the ocean can be one of the most dangerous places on Earth. If you get swept up in a current, be sure to remain calm. You'll want to actually swim with the current and parallel to the shore while looking for breaking waves, which indicate the current's end. Once you get out of the current swim back to shore diagonally and away from the current.istockphoto.com
Know your own abilities
If you struggle to keep your head above water when you're not in an innertube on the lazy river, don't try to jump the waves in the wave pool. It can be hard to realize you're not a strong swimmer, but knowing your own abilities and limits is the first step to staying safe.istockphoto.com
No diving means NO diving
Even if that water is 12 feet deep, if the sign says no diving, then there is a really good reason for it. And no diving means exactly what it indicates; don't dip into the pool head first in that 4-foot-deep section.Shutterstock
Pool noodles are not flotation devices
Read the tag on that pool noodle you bought for a little fun at your hotel's swanky rooftop pool. It is not to be used as a flotation device. Pool noodles are great for lounging around the water or pretending like you're riding a seahorse, but they are not a substitute for a life jacket or life buoy, so do not treat it like one.istockphoto.com
Seriously: Walk, don't run
Picture a stereotypical lifeguard, what are they doing? They're probably blowing a shiny red whistle and yelling "Walk! Don't run!" at some pre-teen, right? Well, that stereotype (and the ensuing advice) exist for a reason. Pool decks are seriously slippery, and if you run around them, you risk falling on the hard surface and injuring yourself or those around you.istockphoto.com
Shallow water can be more dangerous than deep water
The deepest areas of the pool or ocean may seem like they're the most dangerous (and they certainly are the most intimidating), but shallow waters have their own dangers, too. If you jump in, you can easily scrape your knuckles or hit your head. Also, because shallow water feels safe, you may pay less attention to your child or your own body's needs.istockphoto.com
Showering before and after a swim is seriously important
There are a lot of ways that a pool can make you sick, so showering before and after you get out of the water is a must-do. Chlorine can kill a lot of bacteria, but it doesn't get everything. If you want to avoid getting ill from any of the number of things you'll encounter in a pool, be sure to shower off after you take a dip. And be a courteous swimmer; shower before you get in the water too. You don't want to make the pool even dirtier than it was before you swam, right?istockphoto.com
Small children should always wear life jackets
Like we mentioned, drowning is actually a quiet death, and according to the CDC, one in five people who die from drowning are children 14 and younger. You may think your kid is safely in sight, but if they are going to be near the water, be it on a boat, on the beach or sitting by the pool, make sure they have a life jacket on.istockphoto.com
Use common sense on the diving board
A diving board can be seriously fun, but it can also be one of the most dangerous things about summer. Don't bounce more than once on a diving board, one lifeguard warned. Doing so greatly increases your risk of falling off and causing yourself and others in the water injury. Also be sure to wait until the person in front of you has dived into the water before you approach the diving board.istockphoto.com
The '30 minutes rule' is a myth
Everyone's mother told them the same thing: You need to wait 30 minutes after eating to take a dip in the pool! Why? Because as your body digests food, you're more likely to get cramps and drown. Luckily for people who like to eat delicious burgers and then dive into the water, this is pure myth, along with these other health and safety tips you learned in school that are totally bogus.
More from The Active Times:
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10 Reasons to be Grateful for Sharks (Even Though You're Scared of Them)
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I stayed in a 5* hotel last night and got upgraded to a superior room as a bonus. Ok it was a last minute.com "secret hotel" thingy deal for relatively sensible money. But it was still a five star hotel in the heart of London and actually it was never a secret because I'd worked out which it was from some crude googling. 5 star overlooking St Paul's Cathedral narrows the field a little. Having complained that the Bluetooth signal on my bedroom "multimedia hub" was weaker than Chris Huhne's forthcoming defence, I was upgraded to a superior room. This morning having hacked the lift and finding myself on the executive roof garden (from where the picture is take), I kicked myself for not finding three or four consecutive things to complain about last night as I could have woken up in the Royal Suite, in a bed the size of the Greek debt but without the downside of interference from Germans.
All posts for the month March, 2012
Blagging your way to the Royal Suite.
Posted by lippyalison on March 24, 2012
Oh yes. I'm writing comedy
So I'm getting stuck into comedy writing and really enjoying it. Ok so I've written drama a bit – and currently have a one-act play appearing at festivals – but hey I like a challenge. They all warned me; "Comedy is really difficult to write" they said "You'll think it's easy – but it's not".
And they are right of course, but that's the attraction. So far, a radio audience comedy to BBC Writers Room – still waiting to hear, and I just made the deadline for the BBC Laugh Track TV sitcom competition with a comedy about Computer Hackers.
But actually it's sending in material for Newsjack that is giving me most pleasure at the moment. Perhaps it's the competitive element that drives me – there's lots of writers I'm competing with to get air time. But really I think it's the discipline of writing comedy sketches I enjoy. Study news stories, find an unusual angle. And then form the dialogue which is tight, rhythmic and clever – funny even. I write a bit in my day job and this has been the best development training I could imagine – make every word punch above its weight. How does this come across to the reader/listener? Remove the fat – get to the point with impact. I've heard other people say, "get in – make your point – get out". Real writing and comms skills that serve you well whenever.
So, it's episode 5 this week of a run of six. And so far my material has been recorded (episode 3) but sadly didn't survive the edit. Two more attempts.
I'm going to feel a bit bereft after next week. My current one-act play is set on death row in Florida – not much of a laugh but I did mange to squeeze in two jokes which the audience seem to enjoy (they are appropriate I hasten to add). I feel more comedy calling me.
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It's one of those late winter days where it seems colder in the house
Than it is outside.
I can't get warm,
But I can sit in front of the fire
And drink a San Pellegrino.
Happy Saturday, enjoy a bubbly water today.
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It's one of those late winter days where it seems colder in the house
Than it is outside.
I can't get warm,
But I can sit in front of the fire
And drink a San Pellegrino.
Happy Saturday, enjoy a bubbly water today.
-peace and love-
I got my new computer!!
I love that it has a number pad.
I'm kind of weirdo like that.
I am attempting to get used to Windows 8.1.
I feel like I need to take a class.
It's kind of overwhelming.
First and foremost,
I got my Bamboo Wacom Drawing Tablet hooked up and ready to roll and I must say,
This 17 inch screen is AWESOME for doodling.
When I have some more time I'll do a cool doodle.
-peace and love-
While at the dollar store today, I picked up some liquid eyeliner to play with.
Then I drew on my kid with it.
Since he's a big Star Wars fan, he wanted his two favorite characters.
For only being 3, he sat relatively still and they came out decent.
I'm not sure how long they'll stay on there, but they haven't smudged off yet.
A little eye-makeup remover and I can make them disappear if I need to go somewhere fancy with him. 🙂
-peace and love-
When confronting dishes in my sink one day,
I found a jalapeno slice stuck to the bottom of a copper-bottomed saucepan,
And when I took it off, there was a bright shiny spot!
So that was the birth of a little short-cut-no-scrub-shiny-pot-bottom trick!
It only seemed fitting that I should make a little comic out of it.
At least this is how I picture it…
-peace and love-
If you've ever struggled with growing out your hair,
Or trying to work up the nerve to cut it short,
Perhaps you should simultaneously do both!
I probably won't but you can.
Project Runway's Anya did it,
And she totally pulled it off with her adorable little face.
Here is a little Anya-inspired doodle I fingerpainted with this new android tablet
The program is called sketchbook I think….
And it's FREE!
-peace and love –
For those of you who weren't in the know,
I was homeschooled.
Moving right along…
For some reason one year, I think maybe I was in 8th grade,
I felt led to create an inspirational proverb at the bottom of each of my math papers upon their completion.
This went on for quite some time, and my mom still teases me about it every now and then.
The moral of that little story is that I still like making up quotes, poems and proverbs.
I am going to be a perpetual 8th grader for my entire life, it seems.
But it's okay.
I embrace that.
Here is one I made today, because I wanted to play with my drawing tablet again.
Go change your world!
-peace and love-
Ok, so his real name is David Duchovny,
But after watching so many X-Files episodes,
It's really hard to think of him as a real life guy.
If you weren't aware, all 9 seasons are 'Watch Instantly' on Netflix.
Now you've got some work cut out for you.
(If you missed the Gillian Anderson drawing, you can click here to see it)
I spent the baby's nap-time today at Starbucks drawing this one.
And sipping on a Pumpkin Spice Latte.
Never mind that it's atrociously hot for September.
September means 'Fall' to me,
And I'm going to have as many Pumpkin Spice lattes as I can, regardless of the weather.
…Oh and Daddy was home with baby so it's ok that I left for a bit 🙂
Hope everyone had a splendid Labor Day and got to go to a parade or grill out or something!
Bryce is one of the sweetest kids you could ever meet.
I used to babysit him and his brother when they were tiny tots.
His family found that he had lymphoma when he was 11 and he has been battling it off and on for several years now.
He had a successful bone marrow transplant 1 year ago, but is still working on getting healthy and currently struggling with some kidney issues.
Nobody, let alone a child, should have to go through what he has,
Yet this amazing kid always has a smile on his face and will strike up a conversation with anyone.
If you or someone you love has been affected by childhood cancer,
Or heck, even if you are just a compassionate soul,
Reblog this or spread the awareness in some other way
And pray for Bryce and the other children who are fighting against this awful disease.
-peace and love-


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A delicious, decadent, and DIY treat like classic chocolate fudge is easy to make and tastes great. Timbercreek Communities has apartments in 27 cities throughout Canada including our Calgary apartments in the popular Beltline district, close to schools, parks, restaurants, entertainment, shopping, and public transportation. Classic Chocolate Fudge Recipe
This recipe is for old-fashioned classic chocolate fudge. It is easy to make and requires no special equipment or ingredients. Before the fudge is poured into its cooling pan you can stir in any number of extra toppings like chopped nuts, chocolate chips, and candy pieces. Safeway grocery store is located less than a five-minute drive away from our 123 10th Avenue South West apartments, and is a convenient place to get all of your DIY fudge ingredients.
Instructions (makes 8-10 one-inch squares):
The full recipe is available here, from 'The Kitchn'. Also, you can check out "Mr Food's' website here, for over 8 different varieties of DIY fudge. Bulk Barn is located less than a 15-minute drive away from Timbercreek's 1010 First Street South West apartments, and has all the toppings and ingredients you could possibly need for your homemade fudge.
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Ice skating is a great way to enjoy winter in Montreal since it's affordable, easy to learn, and takes place in some of the city's most beautiful spots. Timbercreek Communities' Montreal apartments offer a wide variety of rentals in some of the most vibrant and dynamic areas of the city including the trendy Plateau District and the heart of historic downtown Montreal.
Atrium Le 1000 Rink This one-of-a-kind indoor skating rink is located on the main floor of Quebec's largest building in Montreal's business district. It is a unique indoor skating rink that is immersed in a glass dome, allowing you to feel as though you are skating outside. The rink at Atrium Le 1000 has been open since 1992 and is a popular destination for tourists, families, and students year round. Le 1000 Rink is a great place to host birthday parties, school trips, team-building workshops, and more. They also offer skating classes for both children and adults. The rink is open year round; however you may want to check their website for updates and news. The Atrium Le 1000 rink is located only five minutes away by car from our 2125 Rue Saint Marc apartments.
Parc LaFontaine
For a skating experience located in one of Montreal's most charming and romantic parks, check out the rink at Parc LaFontaine. Skate through beautiful long winding paths instead of the classic oval shaped ice rink. This unique rink is only a 15-minute drive away from Timbercreek's 4560 LaSalle Boulevard apartments. Skating at Parc LaFontaine is a great date night idea as it is located in the heart of the gorgeous plateau neighbourhood, and close to fantastic dining and entertainment options post-skate. The rink is open for both leisure skating and hockey during select times. Admission to the rink is free, and they offer skates, lockers, and helmets for rent. The Parc LaFontaine skating rink is open now until mid-march.
Bonsecours Basin
For a more modern ice-skating experience head on over to Bonsecours Basin, located at the old port of Montreal, only minutes away from our 105 Milton Street apartments. This skating rink offers some of the most stunning views of the city. The rink plays music daily, with each day offering a new theme (for example Wednesdays are alternative rock and Fridays are retro music). Admission to the rink is five dollars, with cheaper family passes available. Skates, lockers, helmets, and sharpening services are available on-site. For more information on Bonsecours Basin please click here.
You haven't fully experienced winter in Montreal until you've been skating on one of the city's most beautiful ice rinks.
Toronto's Winterlicious is the culinary event of the season, with over 200 top restaurants throughout the city offering up prix fixe menus for both lunch and dinner. Timbercreek Communities offers a wide variety of Toronto rental apartments available in some of the most dynamic and desirable areas of the city including Liberty Village, the Beaches, Yonge and Eglinton, and in the heart of downtown Toronto. Winterlicious takes place throughout the city of Toronto, so here are a few great places to try near some of our Toronto communities.
Café Pleiade Café Pleiade has specialized in continental and Mediterranean cuisine for over 25 years. Located in the heart of north Toronto, this restaurant's deliciously prepared food, casual atmosphere, and undeniable charm will have you not only wanting to try their Winterlicious menu, but also have you coming back year round. On their Winterlicious menu you will find favourites such as carpaccio, fresh mussels, chicken cassoulet, fresh baked trout, veal, fresh fruit pies, bread pudding, and much more. Café Pleiade is only a five-minute drive away from Timbercreek's 2837 Yonge Street apartments.
Winterlicious Prices Lunch: $15
Dinner: $25
Brownstone Bistro The Brownstown Bistro is a family run Italian restaurant in the heart of downtown Toronto on Yonge Street. The restaurant features a cozy and warm atmosphere complete with exposed brick walls, local artists' work, and a colourful interior. The restaurant offers an extensive menu, covering a wide palette of cuisine from traditional to more modern Italian cooking. The Bistro is located less than a five-minute walk away from our 34 Maitland Street apartments. The Brownstone Bistro's Winterlicious menu features favourites such as calamari, eggplant ratatouille, breaded veal, spinach and ricotta agnolotti, panna cotta, poached pairs, and much more.
Archeo Archeo is located in Toronto's historic Distillery District and features a fabulous seasonally changing menu. The restaurant is based on a philosophy of easy going and hearty food with a fun modern twist. In the summertime the restaurant features one of the best patios in the city, a cozy getaway spot within a bustling city. Archeo is located less than 15 minutes away from our 200 Dufferin Street apartments. The restaurant features high pine ceilings, industrial concrete floors, exposed brick walls, and timber bar and tables. Archeo's Winterlicious menu features items such as Caesar salad, minestrone, PEI mussels, various pizzas, Atlantic salmon, lamb shank, decadent cannoli, and warm toffee torte.
Winterlicious Prices Lunch: $15
Dinner: $25
Winterlicious begins January 31st , 2014 and goes until February 13th , 2014. Reservations can be made starting January 16th, and the Winterlicious website can be found here for more details.
For fun, family, and winter-friendly activities in Whitby, look no further! Here are a few options for great family outings and excursions from Timbercreek Communities that will help you beat the winter blues.
The Putting Edge
Spend an afternoon walking through the dark and neon set of the Putting Edge, located only 10 minutes away by car from our Whitby apartments at 211 and 215 Reedaire Court. This mini-putt establishment features amazing props, glow-in-the-dark paint, and fluorescent golf balls. Each mini golf hole offers a different set of murals and themes to keep the kids interested and engaged. The Putting Edge also features an arcade and snack area for your hungry little golfers.
Kids Zone Family Fun Centre
As the name suggests, this play centre is a family-friendly mecca of activity. The Kids Zone includes a climbing structure, two-leveled playground, laser tag, tunnels, play pipe systems, a suspended bridge, and other fun amenities. In certain parts of the Kids Zone adults are even allowed to climb, which is sure to bring out the kid in everyone. Kids Zone Family Centre is only a five-minute drive away from our Reedaire Court Apartments in western Whitby, making it easy and convenient for the kids to play safely this winter.
There is nothing like heading outside for some fresh winter air to go ice-skating with the family. Bundle up, pack a thermos of hot chocolate, and grab your skates for some good old-fashioned wintertime fun. The town of Whitby offers skating programs for all ages and abilities, as well as public rinks for family skating. The city provides programs such as lunchtime skating, parent and tot skating, public skating, seniors skating, as well as hockey programs for all ages. Check out the Town of Whitby's Skating Schedule for more details.
Living in our Hamilton Apartments offers you access to the city's great arts and entertainment culture. Timbercreek Communities has put together a list of upcoming events within the city at Copps Coliseum, Theatre Aquarius, Hamilton Place, and the Art Gallery of Hamilton.
Copps Coliseum
Copps Coliseum is a sports and entertainment arena that can accommodate up to 20,000 people. Some of the biggest names in entertainment have performed here including U2, Pearl Jam, and Bruce Springsteen. Copps Coliseum is only a four-minute drive away from our apartments at 175 Hunter Street East. Here are a few of the upcoming events at Copps:
Event: Varekai by Cirque du Soleil Date: January 29th to February 2nd 2014 Event Type: Theatrical Circus
Cirque du Soleil, one of the most recognized Canadian brands, features over 1,300 performance artists in over 50 different countries. The company has come a long way from it's origins in Quebec, and have brought wonder and delight to more than 100 million spectators in more than 40 countries.
Event: Elton John Date: Saturday February 8th, 2014 at 8 p.m. Event Type: Concert
Elton John is one of the top-selling solo artists of all time, having sold more than 250 million records worldwide. He has played nearly 3,000 concerts worldwide, and has 35 gold and 25 platinum selling albums.
Hamilton Place
Event: Barenaked Ladies Date: Saturday February 1st, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. Event Type: Concert
The Barenaked Ladies are one of Canada's most loved rock bands. The band has won multiple Juno awards, and has been nominated for Grammy Awards south of the border.
Event: Craig Ferguson Date: Friday January 24th, 2014 at 7 p.m. Event Type: Comedy
Scottish comedian and late night show host Craig Ferguson will be coming to Hamilton with his witty and hilarious stand up comedy performance. Currently he is the host of 'The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson' on CBS.
Theatre Aquarius
Theatre Aquarius is recognized as a leader in Canadian live theatre. The theatre produces popular and beloved shows for the public and local community. Theatre Aquarius is less than a seven-minute drive away from our apartments at 44 Glen Road.
Show: The Sound of Music Date: Playing throughout January Event Type: Musical
The Sound of Music is one of the world's most beloved musicals. This story of love and adventure is both a thrilling and inspirational tale that makes for fantastic entertainment.
Show: Driving Miss Daisy Date: Starting February 5th, 2014 Event Type: Live theatre
Driving Miss Daisy originally won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and later became an Academy Award-winning film. This heartwarming story follows an unlikely friendship in a time of tremendous change in American society.
The Art Gallery of Hamilton
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For more information on the exhibits and the Art Gallery of Hamilton click here. Friday nights are free at the gallery starting from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. The Art Gallery of Hamilton is only a three-minute drive away from 23 Spring Street South.
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At Cheshunt Petty Sessions Ernest Williams, a private in the 12th Battalion Suffolk Regiment, stationed at Bury St Edmunds, was charged with stealing from 'The Moulder's Arms', Waltham Cross, the sum of £2, the monies of William H. K. Ward, on July 15.
Detective-Sergt Childs said that on Tuesday he saw the prisoner detained in Bury St Edmunds Police Station. He told him he held a warrant for his arrest. He read the warrant over, and he replied: 'Yes, I shall plead guilty. I took the money. I must have been drunk. I did not come to the last Petty Sessions as I could not get away without deserting.' William Henry King Ward, landlord of 'The Moulder's Arms', said that on July 15 the prisoner came in to his house between 11 and 12 o'clock.
When the witness went in to dinner at 2.30 he left the defendant in the bar. Near the till was £2 worth of silver. From what he was told he re-entered the bar, and missed the money in question. He saw the prisoner in the main road and overtook him. He said to him: 'Darkie, up with it', he replied: 'Up with what?' and the witness answered: 'Up with that money you have had off the till'. He denied having the money.
With assistance the witness took him back to the public-house, and there he searched him, finding £1 19s. in silver on him. He afterwards gave him into custody. The prisoner elected to be dealt with summarily. He was under the influence of drink at the time he took the money.
Fined 40 shillings or 25 days.
It will be remembered that at the last court two other men, named Rowland and Cutmore, were proceeded against in connection with the theft. The case against Rowland was dropped at the outset, and Cutmore left the court without a stain on his character, it being proved that he had left the house when the theft was committed. Williams did not appear at the last court, and a warrant was issued for his arrest.


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During our road trip through Ireland, we took a boat trip to the majestic Skellig Islands. The islands are situated about 10 kilometers off the coast of Portmagee in county Kerry. Imagine beautiful views of the Irish landscape, thousands of birds flying around and a magnificent historic site. It's fair to say that this boat trip is one of the highlights of my trip to Ireland, if not the highlight!
Skellig Islands
The Skellig Islands consist of two islands near the Irish coast. The biggest island, Skellig Michael, rises 218 meters above sea level. On the top of this imposing rock you can find a well preserved monastic settlement. During the 6th and 12th centuries monks used to live on this island in bee hive huts. The huts gave shelter to 12 monks and can still be seen to this day. Completely isolated from the mainland, the monks survived on a diet of fish, sea birds' eggs and vegetables grown on the island.
In 1996 the Skellig Islands became a UNESCO heritage site. The Ireland's Department of Heritage conserved the site and created the Visitor experience. Besides the magnificent nature reserve and historic site, the Skellig Islands have become famous as the film set of the latest Star Wars movies.
The smaller island, called the Small Skelligs, is home to 23.000 pairs of gannets. Trust me when I say that is a huge amount of birds: it is the second largest gannet colony in the world for a reason! Yet, wildlife is not only found on the Small Skelligs. On the neighboring rock Skellig Michael you will find the adorable-looking puffins (don't know what they look like? Imagine small, flying penguins). And if you're lucky, you might even spot dolphins and whales in the ocean. There's lots and lots to see at the Skellig Islands…
The boat trips to Skellig Island depart from the fishing village Portmagee. This small picturesque village is a perfect stop when driving the ring of Kerry: enjoy some fresh fish & chips from the local shop at the pier whilst taking in the relaxed atmosphere of this fishing village. If you're looking for some more excitement, Portmagee is also a must-visit. About 2 kilometers of the village are the Kerry Cliffs: a magnificent set of cliffs rising from the sea.
There are two types of tours to the Skellig Islands; a landing tour and an eco tour. The eco tour departs multiple times a day from the Portmagee marina and goes around both islands. The landing tour leaves once a day and will actually land on Skellig Michael. As both tours are popular it is advisable to book well in advance, especially the landing tour.


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Migrant.health has been developed jointly by Doctors of the World (DOTW) UK and the University of Sheffield to help those working in primary care learn about and discuss best practice when looking after migrant patients - particularly those in more vulnerable circumstances.
The website, which is funded by the Health Foundation and the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), includes factsheets covering areas such as healthcare entitlement, how-to guides on issues including recognising survivors of trauma, trafficking and exploitation and useful links to national resources. It also has a 'bright ideas' section where GPs and other primary health workers can share their thoughts and discuss local innovations that have worked for them.
GP Dr Lu Hiam, who is DOTW UK's health adviser, said: 'We wanted to create a user-friendly platform that provided a space to share knowledge and experiences in an accessible and supportive way.
'As a GP, there is so much to stay up-to-date on. We hope the migrant.health tool will be a one-stop site for quick answers before, during and after a consultation with migrant patients.'
Addressing migrant needs
Earlier this year research from DOTW UK found that some of the country's most vulnerable people were being refused registration at GP practices due to a lack of administrative and clinical staff training.
Nicola Mayer, research director at Yoomee, a non-profit social enterprise that helped develop the site, said: 'This online platform brings new and innovative ways for healthcare professionals to address the needs of migrants and ensure equity of access to healthcare.
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THE Davao City Chamber of Commerce and Industry proposes to establish a Halal Food Street in the city to attract more tourists.
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I remember when I was at a work interview, it was right at the end of it and they started to run out of questions. So one of them asked spontaneous:
"What do you do a rainy day?"
I did take the question seriously and gave it some thoughts. Finally I gave my answer:
"About the same stuff I do on a sunny day"
It might have just been me being nervous or misreading the situation. But I felt like there was an awkward silence after that answer. I thought that it might make me sound like I don't ever go out. I did try to explain myself, and overall I didn't think it affected the results of the interview. It just stuck with me that it was weird that the answer gave a negative reaction. The question itself is a pretty dumb.
Because I think the answer is true for pretty much anyone who lives in a big city with a subway and a bunch of infrastructure that makes avoiding rain pretty easy. I don't even feel like I need an umbrella most of the time. Unless of course you have a really big storm that sinks the city, but I think that is a step above the "rainy day" description.
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- What do you do on a rainy day?
- Tell about a day when you where outside during rain and you enjoyed it?
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As part of our commitment to reducing our environmental impact, we take the following steps:
- • All our rooms use energy saving bulbs.
- • We reduce energy and water consumption wherever practical
- • We buy locally wherever we can and encourage our guests to reduce food waste by providing portion options.
- • The heating is adjusted with energy consumption in mind with thermostat controls in all guest rooms.
- • We provide secure cycle storage and offer local collections to accommodate the needs of those using public transport.
- • We use local labour and materials where available to reduce CO2 and help the community.
- • We buy in bulk to save on unnecessary packaging were possible.
- • We use online systems and paper-free bookings where possible to reduce our ink and paper consumption.
The Lake District's majestic and unspoilt landscape can only be preserved through a commitment to sustainable tourism and we believe that everyone should be able to enjoy this incredible part of the country for many years to come.
This accessibility statement does not contain personal opinions as to our suitability for those with access needs, but aims to accurately describe the facilities and services that we offer all our guests.
Hermiston Guesthouse House is a bed and breakfast in the village of Braithwaite situated in the Lake District, 4 miles from the market town of Keswick. The nearest railway station to Keswick is Penrith, on the West Coast Main Line, a distance of 17 miles. There is a regular bus service, which takes about 40 minutes, that connects Penrith railway station with Keswick Bus Station.
National Express provides Rapide Services from London Victoria to the Lake District which take approximately 6 1/2 hours.
The guesthouse in situated at the bottom of the hill with a short walk of approximately 400 yards to the nearest pub. There is a bus stop opposite where the No X4 and X5 bus stops coming approx. every 30 minutes from Cockermouth and Keswick.
There are several local taxi companies that service the area.
We have 5 bedrooms available, 2 on the ground floor, 3 on the first floor.
The Guest House postcode is CA12 5RY which can be entered into Google maps (http://maps.google.co.uk/maps) along with your post code to gain directions especially if you're visiting by car.
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Our accommodation is ready by 4.00pm but may be available earlier on request.
We have 5 marked car parking spaces in front of the Guesthouse. Please park considerately. There are 2 steps into the guest house and this is well lit at night with outside lighting along the drive and the porch. Owners will make every effort to greet guests on arrival, assist them with their luggage and show them to their room. Level access is available via the rear of the property to the guest lobby area through a 73cm door way.
Welcome Area
The front door, which is 91cm wide, leads into the reception area. There is a chair available which is 48cm high. The floor is carpeted and the area is even and well lit with overhead lighting. The door has an external bell for attention.
The front door is locked at night and when the owners are not on the property. Guests are provided with a key to this door along with their room key. The key is left in the door at night.
Guests will be shown to their bedrooms as well as the location of the guest lounge and dining room.
Public Areas – Breakfast Room
The breakfast room is situated on the ground floor on the level from the reception via a door 81cm wide. There is short pile carpet and the area is well lit with ceiling lighting and lamp.
There are five tables each with two chairs 48cm high.
Access to the guest lounge and bedrooms is via a doorway 71cm wide with a slight downward slope floor 30cm long x 3cm drop with a gap of 77cm between the sofa and bookcase at the entrance to the lounge.
We are able to cater for a variety of dietary requirements, please advice us when making a booking.
Breakfast is served from 8.00am until 9.00am, you can help yourself from the buffet to fruit salad, cereals, yogurts and juices. Your cooked breakfast is served to you at the table.
Public Areas – Guest Lounge
There are two leather sofas and a tub chair as well as two chairs and a table. The sofa heights are both 44cm high, the tub chair is 43cm and the two chairs are both 50cm high. The lounge is carpeted and well lit with overhead lighting and lamps. There is a log burner for occasional use especially in the winter.
The lounge leads directly to the first ground floor bedroom with a door width of 74cm (Latrigg)
The lounge leads to the ground floor guest lobby via a door 71cm wide. This gives access to the second ground floor bedroom, (Whinlatter) which has a door width of 74cm, the stairs to the first floor bedrooms and access to the rear door of the property which is 73cm wide.
There are seven stairs to the stair landing and a left hand turn to a further seven stairs to the first floor bedrooms. Each stair is 19cm high and there is a handrail on the right hand side.
Hermiston Guesthouse has two rooms, which are flexible regarding layout as either twin or king rooms, one on the ground floor and one on the first floor. All bedrooms have en-suite shower rooms.
The fire alarms in all the bedrooms have warning lights as well as audible sounders.
The height of the beds from the top of the mattress to the floor is listed below for each of the rooms:
Latrigg – 54cm
Whinlatter – 62cm
Blencathra – 60cm
Skiddaw – 58cm
Grizedale – 58cm
All our bedrooms are bright and evenly lit with bedside lamps also in each room.
All of our rooms offer the following:
Short pile carpet.
All bedrooms have digital TV with subtitles and Freeview.
A hair dryer.
Individually controlled radiators.
Lined waste bins.
Complimentary tea and coffee making facilities and biscuits.
The bedrooms are not suitable for wheelchair use.
Ensuite Shower-rooms & Toilets
Bathroom doors have an average opening of 83cm.
All bedrooms are en-suite with WC, step in shower (12cm high except Whinlatter which has a larger shower and a 14cm step) and hand basin which is 78cm high.
Toilets are 39cm high.
Complimentary toiletries are provided.
Bath towels, hand towel and bath mat are provided.
Additional Information
Free WiFi is available throughout the Guest House
Drying facilities are available.
Flasks can be filled if required.
Evacuation procedures are in our welcome pack in the bedrooms. We are happy to come to your room and assist you with evacuation if required.
There is a full fire risk assessment in place. Fire extinguishers are fully serviced and smoke alarms tested weekly.
The nearest shopmobility is in Carlisle, at level two, The lanes, Car Park, Lowther Street, Carlisle CA3 8NX
The nearest General Hospital with an A&E unit and walk in NHS are in Workington or Carlisle.
The nearest doctors surgery is 4 miles away at The Castlehead Medical Centre, telephone 01768 772025 (24 Hours).
We can offer a selection of nearby attractions and suggest places to eat, we also have publicity leaflets available in reception.
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Apple releases iTunes 8.0.1 to address HDTV episode bugApple on Thursday night released iTunes 8.0.1 to fix several important issues with HDTV episodes, Genius playlists, and accessibility.
The 58.5MB download, available through Software Update, primarily addresses a flaw in iTunes TV episode downloads which would inadvertently overwrite the HD versions of shows with the additional standard-definition copy meant for transfer to iPhones and iPods.
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Beyond 63 B.C Era, and a new-era the (Roman Peace) by the Augustus Ceasear the founder of Imperial Roman Government whom banned the once popular with it's good deed & it's Ulimate-savage acts of the Old Olympic Games, until it's new revive in the early 19th century"
Beijing 2008 Olympic Games?, and now-days the commercialization of the games by the New-bosses whom run it as the head of the different sports departments within the federation in the Modern Olympic Federation, which in 2008 Chnia Beijing has brought lost, discouragement for the athletes with great talent, and the sports fan in general whom have follow and have watch the games" & the renewal of the Old-banned Savage-brand acts by the planers, and operators whom allowed Compact-timing of the sports events such as the Greco-roman Wrestling match, "4-5 matches in One-day for a Wrestler from many different nations, frist to have them wrestle, very hard to win premiary matches, 2-matches at leaset, and by the after noon with out much rest, or relaxation had them to wrestle for the 3rd-match, when a wrestler is already worn-out to perfom any how, in order to for the planers, and judges to rap it up their matches quickly, weather due their thougthlessness, or unprofessionalism, greed, and dirty poltical-tricks to over-power ones right to win regardless of their national origin in the Beijing 2008 Olympic, a simliar scence to the Ancient Greek's Slave-masters on going schemes against the greeks youths to perform wrestling matchs in the level of killing their opponets on the Gory site, in order to please the master, and the foolish spectators, and lastly to be honored in some ways, untile the next killer-wrestler arrives on the site, on the new Gory-stage set to Smach-down the former wrestler in the pool of blood, and to kill him as a winner?
Not The Lawless German Again Whom Make The Beautiful Game Disgracful
World Cup 2006, was the the paved playground for the Germany political Fat-cats of these days to use Sports as a polish-tool for to obstruct on fasle bases in the "EU, & UN", and go along to schemes of the world dictators in the "UN-security council", as a useless member like the known wrongful 3-PM members having the similar "Nazi blue-print maps for the world destruction", now sharing their immoral plots of division with mortal Western nation dictators as their new Dark Bible of "Blood & Booty", with their WMD's arsenal on hand, and for the higher plots of muti-nationalist crimes of control in UN, as the mass genocide agaist the many of the world faithful, hard working, and peaceful nations goes on whom before the fall of Berlin-wall, with their aims, and good faith backed the german nationals world wide, along with other now as "Pay to Play" shameful European nations by efforts made to further their cause to reunified as nobler nation, not as a lost nation by the Marxist-schemes, and the "Berlin-wall death zone", in the order to bring hope to their people, in the East & west, and Europe as general, but for the Modern-era street mobs to rise, and the old rejected Alien-thugs, to regroup as the co-ruling class to turn to "Germanic Crime-clock back to their Barbaric old when Hellenist-tape german defeated by a stronger predator-thug under J.Ceasuar, the notorious Marc Anthony the "Roman Warlock" known for his crimes of the burning the Temple of Solomon and bringing to power a muderer, the Arch-demon Heriod the 1st as an imposter-king over the liberated nation of the Hebrews, and later onby bringing a german general and armies of the "Blood & Booty Mercenaris" to the noble nations of the East & Euro-asia by thier Fasle-gods as well as the sign of their igorance, and tyrannical empire, but the lights of the many prophesies shown, and the Good-fate and heroic wars of self defense doomed the "Warlock Marc Anthony", and His germanic thug-general to their ulimate historical defeat by the Parthian king's men and the nations of the Good-faith in the East, to refurther the causes of Libery, humanism, and civilization back to their divine-path, a half century before the Brith of "True Christ", as the foretold Messiah, by the Old-faith, hope "True Christ" words will manifest for the salvation to come on Earth, agaist the enemies of the world nations, in their new fasle-base unity, & rules inthe EU-nations which are making their childern and the world to suffer, and don't progress ?
NBA 2008 FINALS, Los Angeles Lakers Vs Boston Celtics, "Best of the Seven Games"
GAME #1 AT BOSTON June, 5-2008
Boston Celtics Aren't Basket Ball Aren't The Men's Man Team, " but a revived basket ball court Trash Talking Feminine-tape?. With their sport arena fans Cheap-old chants Beat L.A", Time Will Tell!
San Antoni.....SPURS?, Spurs player again in the NBA-2008 Playoffs, game # 3 at: San Antonio Spurs # 20 Mr M Ginobili, with Known Midlle-ages TRICK known among lesser Wicked-women, plays with a Finger-nail or nails, so he will be able to scare the host player to score Extra-points?
SPURS, An Old-bone in the Western Conference, the NBA fans hope world-wide the Present Spurs players, to stop becoming "The Wild-bunch from San Anton!".
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In the waning days of the Ashikaga Shogunate in the 1470s, an event later known as the Onin War broke out, near Kyoto, ravaging areas of the old capitol. From 1467 to a decade onward, the powerful houses within the Bakufu fought to control the direction of the Ashikaga Shogunate. Thus, as the Yamana and Hosokawa disputed, any power left to the Shogunate waned entirely, as national cohesion was lost in favor of provincial lords with supreme power over their own domains. This period would be later known as the Sengoku Jidai, The Warring States Era, in which for nearly a century, the provinces of the Japanese Empire were in a state of perpetual civil war. This period brought forth many calamities, yet, it shaped the nation in both culture and military tradition. Japan already possessed a strong military history, but nevertheless, it would be the Sengoku that truly developed a society which respected the role of the soldier at its pinnacle. From this were born many things, ranging from high-minded concepts like Bushido (The way of the warrior), and later, codified martial arts. Even fantasies, fictions, and sometimes exaggerated military histories arose from this military tradition. The Sengoku served as the first in many profound influences over Japanese society that still has an impact today.
What needs to be examined most fully is if significant periods, events and concepts have proportionately affected Japanese society, and in what ways can positive effects be drawn from them, and negative ones offset. There is much room for interpretation, as no data is essentially of the empirical type in such a discussion. However, in examining periods of history, influential institutions such as the samurai, and concepts that have permeated society, we can glimpse at how the past has affected the present and will do the same to the future.
Among these there are many influence. Buddhism certainly saw a time of destruction amongst its followers, usually referred to as the mappo, meaning a period in which morals were lost and it was difficult to reach enlightenment alone, during which Buddhist law declined and disappeared 1. Here, a philosophy of living in stride with the blows the world dealt people certainly began to appear, and thus Amida-based sects of Mahayana Buddhism gained popularity. It is easy to see why, for during this time, the samurai fought in the plains, ronin (masterless, unemployed samurai) robbed along the roads, and peasants were forced to toil in the fields or go into battle as conscripts. Also, the idea of hard work and progress through said means developed greatly. Much owing to the chaos, a great amount of social mobility existed, allowing farmers to become soldiers, and vice versa. One such instance, and by and large the most famous, is that of Hayashi (Toyotomi) Hideyoshi, of Owari, who started life at lowly birth, became a sandal bearer, and eventually worked his way up the ranks. By 1582, he was the dictator of Japan, serving as one of its famed Three Unifiers. The Japanese work-ethic displayed by peoples of nearly every walk of life certainly remained long after the Sengoku. But perhaps the greatest series of developments were those involving the samurai, the provincial, noble landed and unlanded warriors of Japan.
Originally, the samurai were simply nobility that fought on horseback, utilizing a bow and a type of one-edged sword. These men ended up figuring greatly in history from the second millennia C.E. forward. 2 This sort of quaint beginning, astride mounts, using archery to take down opponents, gave way to the fighting men of the Sengoku and Muromachi periods. But what made them stand out amongst other legions of fighting men, and why did they influence Japan so strongly? Yamamoto Tsunetomo, a noted samurai author, wrote once that, 'The way of samurai is found in death,' 3 a phrase, which, while certainly a little romanticized, did much to outline just how determined the samurai of Japan could be. In many instances, the samurai displayed acts of great bravery in the face of odds, choosing to die before dishonoring their name. Certainly, there are as many instances to the contrary, most notably Akechi Mitsuhides betrayal of Oda Nobunaga in 1582. The samurai themselves evolved from the Uji 4 warrior clans which had begun to dominate Japanese politics beginning in the Nara-jidai onward. By 794 C.E., Japan was firmly on the path of centralized government under the influence of noble houses serving an Emperor. While, nominally, the samurai served this figure, it occurred in many instances that they in fact had other priorities, and thus the uji, and successively the shugo constables and then daimyo lords consolidated power by which they claimed not from Imperial legitimacy, but from military might. It was this thinking of militarized legitimacy that made the successive forms of government in Japan quite unique, thanks to the samurai. But, during the power vacuum of the Sengoku Jidai, the samurai demonstrated that security lay in the ability to marshal troops, and demonstrate martial ability. Their emphasis on shame, practicality, and an appreciation for aestheticism was paralleled by many Buddhist sects, which spread across the country. So while the samurai themselves may have believed differently from the majority of the populace, their ideas were in stride with what many others were indeed preaching. Many other ideas filtered through Japanese society at this time, including the teachings written in the Analects of Confucius. This helped ingratiate into society a sense of filial piety and a very family-oriented existence. What can be said of the overall effect of influences such as these on Japanese society are ones that are reflected within less empirical measures and observation. The Japanese still enjoy something of a stratified society, and developed their own concepts as a result. These ideas of a persons role in society, and responsibility, conflicting with their own personal feelings: giri and ninjo. It represents the constant struggle of a person in society to act within their station, means, and responsibility, but also to follow their hearts. As much as many Japanese would like to deny subconscious adherence to previous ideas, it is readily reflected in their balancing acts of business, work, pleasure, religious obligations and rites, and family life. As with any society, a person with giri earns respect. Several plays about this (giri-ninjo plays) are still quite popular.
The most misunderstood aspect of the samurai is bushido. It is written from three characters: Bu (senso, bu - war), shi (actor of an action, one who does - together, warrior) and Do (michi, path or way, manner of doing). Literally speaking, Bushido was the Way of the Warrior. Many treatises have been written on the subject, including Yamamotos controversial and romantic work, Hagakure (Hidden Beneath Leaves). While making very eloquent and idealized points (none of which he was ever able to practice-Hagakure was written a good deal after the last major military campaign) about how samurai should act in war, he did have a valid point to make, regarding Bushidos meaning; 'the person who would be able to answer this promptly is rare. This is because it has not been established in ones mind beforehand.' 5 It is commonly accepted though, that Bushido refers to a set of ideals a warrior should follow. These were very varied, but some argue it was Confucian in nature, 6 while yet others implied it had to do with the way of Heaven, as argued by the founder of Yagyu Shinkage Ryu Kenjutsu. 7 Another point to be made was that it also consisted of the various house codes that certain Daimyo made their samurai follow. Among these were:
1. Do not give a command or administrative position to anyone who lacks ability, even if his family
has served the [Asakura family] for generations. 8
2. Those retainers who lack special talent or positions, but who are steadfast must be treated with compassion and understanding. Those who are effeminate may still be used as attendants or messengers if their demeanor is outstanding, and they must not be dismissed lightly. However, if they lack both [steadfastness and good deportment], then it is useless to retain them. 9
3. Pay proper reverence to the gods and the Buddha. When your thoughts are in accord with the Buddha's, you will gain more power. If your domination over others issues from your evil thoughts, you will be exposed, you are doomed. Next, devote yourselves to the study of Zen. Zen has no secrets other than seriously thinking about birth-and-death. 10
These assorted codes (from the Asakura and Toyotomi houses), serve as a window into how samurai were governed. This can also be classified as Bushido. Samurai were expected to act with loyalty to their lords, and demonstrate filial piety. The strictness of how samurai acted depended on each individual, but normally it was quite strict indeed. Failure to meet requirements, if one was shamed, or if they committed a crime against someone of import, they would be ordered to commit ritual suicide, known in Japanese as seppuku. In this act, samurai would disembowel themselves with the short sword, in effort to erase their dishonor. Seppuku eventually became highly codified in Edo times. Similarly, Yamamotos writings were adopted by the Tokugawa Bakufu in the Edo period, for so strict were his teachings. Mainly a vehicle for stability, the Bakufu used this to keep the samurai under tight watch. This is when the highly romanticized versions of Bushido begin to gain popularity amongst people who viewed samurai who fought in the past, through a retrospective lens of peace. Its citation throughout the years reflects a very constant influence of old concepts on new generations, notably with the deviant, and twisted use of Bushido to rally soldiers of the Imperial Japanese Army and Navy, in the era of World War II.
The acts in the Edo-Jidai demonstrated some of the more ideal versions of Bushido. The most famous of these is Oishi Kuranosukes revenge for Lord Asano of Ako, called the yon-ju-nana no ronin-jiken or The Forty-Seven Ronin Incident. 11 In 1703, two years had passed since Lord Asano had acted out of turn and injured another samurai, and had been ordered to commit suicide. The act done, Oishi and forty-six other members of Asanos men, now masterless, conspired to avenge their lord, which they did in 1703.Oishi led his group to Lord Kiras estate, and in the winter, assassinated the man who dishonored their departed lord. The Bakufu deemed them all criminals, but not without a sense of grudging respect. Each one of them committed suicide soon thereafter, and were regarded as national heroes, despite their criminal actions. So popular and respected they were, that their burial site became a place of pilgrimage to many, and is a very popular shrine now. Such actions and popular instances of Bushido served to imprint a mark upon Japanese people about how honor and loyalty worked. It certainly stirred people to believe that the samurai were paragons of honor.
Yet another aspect of this collective of samurai and circumstances from the Sengoku was the development of codified martial arts. Today, Japanese koryu or, old styles of martial arts are practiced across Japan by all walks of life, as well as around the world. Among the most famous of these are Kenjutsu (Swordsmanship) and Iaijutsu (Art of Sword-drawing). These were both arts practiced by the samurai, if in something of a less structured way. At the end of the Sengoku, after the battle of Sekigahara in 1600, which decided the fate of Japan for the next two-and-a-half centuries, 12 many talented swordsmen such as Yagyu Sekishusai (who founded the Yagyu-derived martial arts) and Miyamoto Musashi, formed their own schools after having gained much experience. Miyamoto, reportedly, had never lost a duel, winning over sixty before he passed away in the mid 1600s, 13 yet not before founding the Miyamoto Niten Ichi Ryu of Kenjutsu. Similarly, in the late 1600s to early 1700s, Kondo Uchikuranosuke, a talented man who was supposedly charismatic, founded Tennen Rishin Ryu Kenjutsu. The Kyoto Shinsengumi would later make this style famous, and its leader, Kondos descendant and future dojo leader, Kondo Isami. 14 These men were a band of 300 who fought for the Tokugawa to preserve peace in Kyoto during the time leading up to the Meiji Restoration, and were killed nearly to the man, becoming national icons of loyalty. But to understand the import of Kenjutsu, it is quite essential to understand what Kenjutsu was. Loosely defined, Kenjutsu is the art of using the one-edged katana sword, using slices and some thrusts to deal massive damage. Like many martial arts, it is very rigid, and possessed many teachings that many times, were kept secret. After the Sengoku, rival schools competed for primacy in displaying their abilities. 15 Even today, this martial tradition is preserved due to its long-enjoyed popularity. Kenjutsu inspired what is practiced in many high schools across Japan today, a sport/and pseudo-martial art known as Kendo (Way of the Sword).
These martial traditions, spiritual and philosophical traditions, and sources of popular culture were largely the result of samurai. In point of fact, samurai are the focus of much literature, and even praise. Yoshikawa Eiji, in his historical fiction work Taiko, in which he wrote in detail (while at times taking license) the life of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. In his book he described Azuchi castle, built by Oda Nobunaga, as a center of culture and art. 16 Other great staples of Japanese popular culture include the works of Ryotaro Shiba (a self-styled historian and writer) who wrote Moeyoken (Burning Sword), one of his many records of the Shinsengumi, based off of journals and eyewitness accounts, but adding his own flavor to the story. Among other works are those cinema classics of Kurosawa Akira, (Nanatsu no Samurai, Yojimbo, Sanjuro), which even after fifty years, still have a strong following both in Japan and abroad. The ideals the samurai were supposed to have exercised during the Sengoku and later periods captivated people, and made them imagine. The period of chaos, and the warriors in it caused much good. They built castle-towns that flourished, they contributed to art, poetry, religion, and philosophy, as well as war-arts (Bujutsu). However, they also did much harm.
Thus we see the dualistic nature of the impacts of all these things upon Japan. The samurai Tokugawa Bakufu arguably held back progress for Japan for 264 years, with its Sakoku (Closed/Chained country) foreign affairs, which isolated Japan for two centuries. 17 This not only made the Japanese a xenophobic people, but also held them back from attaining further technological advancements. It allowed Japan to develop a sense of national superiority, and eventually led to the misapplication and propaganda of Bushido in World War II. 18 Quite unlike the nihon-to (Japanese sword), Bushido, Kokutai, Sakoku, and other ideas were double-edged swords, with the power to bring about change as well as great harm, not only to the Japanese themselves, but others around them. It even can cause cultural shock amongst the Japanese. Mishima Yukio, (Sun and Steel, The Sound of Waves), a popular writer who committed seppuku in the early 70s after storming a police stations commandants office, wrote often of Bushido and the ideas of being a warrior. That, along with the distortions of World War II, made the rich military tradition of Japan a taboo topic for discussion for nearly half a century. So rocking was it, that the Japanese question their identity constantly, and books about the Japanese by foreign authors ranks among the highest in the publishing industry there. 19
However, a question that has been asked recently keeps re-appearing: how true are the stereotypes of Bushido? Were the samurai what they were all exalted to be, by many? Certainly by the Edo-Jidai the samurai were no longer warriors, but underpaid bureaucrats. Yet the Sengoku serves as an era for speculation by many. Yet, it should seem easy to answer this question.
The Sengoku, as mentioned before, was marked by many wars between provinces, and a constantly shifting political arena. This required quick thinking and quick action. Wars changed with every passing day. Even on the battlefield, the opportunity for profit presented itself. To say that every samurai adhered strictly to Bushido, and was unquestionably loyal is severe folly, simply because that renders them machines, and not human beings. Human beings are things of passion, of prejudice, of greed, of want, of emotions. By this mere fact, the ideal of the samurai is shattered, something Yamamoto could never refute in his writings. It is simply too difficult to believe that samurai did not commit acts of dishonor, or lacked loyalty in many instances (Mitsuhide in 1582, Tokugawa Ieyasus rebellion against Imagawa Yoshimoto at the battle of Okehazama, Toyotomi Hideyoris Osaka Campaign in 1615). This is a sometimes ignored, but often-written-about topic in fiction. The popularized image, however, that the Japanese would have foreigners. They would have people who adhered to samurai ideals were just as honorable as they were portrayed in literature, perhaps to assuage their fears that the world still views them as backwards. Several incidents like World War II left Japan striving to find a non-nationalistic, national identity. This search for an oxymoron has lead them to idealize the past at times. A very good instance of this, is how very recently the Ministry of Education for a certain prefecture, hired a board member who was the author of a controversial history textbook. This textbook lacked a reference to the sex slaves Japan pressed into serve, taken from ranks of Korean and Chinese women. Instead they were obliquely referenced as comfort women; a term that still rightfully instills anger in many. 20
What conclusions can be drawn from this? Obviously any conclusion that can be made here should reflect what impacts have been made as well as what can be done to help the society improve as a whole. Certainly many aspects of these impacts should be dropped, and others reinforced. But now it is the time to describe exactly what has happened, and what can happen henceforth. It is important to understand though, that these trends represent hundreds of years of influence from many areas of life. No one thing can be easily changed, or easily dismissed. It is also important to ask, what aspects of these influences make the Japanese who they are, and why are they important or relevant today? There are numerous issues. Among the most important of these are: the military and cultural traditions of Japan, the revitalization of Japanese society through such traditions, as well as the ability to appreciate where a people has come from.
The cultural tradition of Japan is not just in the arts and poetry, or the Cult of Tea 21 , or in song. It lies also in the inherent influences of the wars it fought against itself, the glory of the warriors it bore from its womb, as well as the hard-won freedoms they attained in revolutions, not to mention the zeal with which they tried to unify themselves. As of late, there has been much ado about shying away from a militarist standpoint. At times the Japanese of the modern day try to forget the traditions their warriors made popular, while showing signs of believing in them nonetheless. Japan was, and still is, a culture of shame. People in Japan see things in terms of shame, good reputation, good works, ill deeds, honor, and the like. Their overlords in this manner influenced them, because none other than the warriors imposed humility. However, this shame need not extend to shame for their own traditions. Traditional arts such as Kenjutsu and Iaijutsu grow smaller, as focus is on western things, even amidst a severe crisis of national identity. It should be said that the Japanese cannot-and should not-escape their martial tradition for the sake of selective amnesia over a world war.
Even more important is the understanding that said traditions have their limits and should be put into context. All too often does Bushido get interpreted in extreme terms. There is also the issue of xenophobia, which was a direct result of Kokutai. Had the Japanese known to expand outward in an accepting manner, Japan would very likely be better off today, without such issues as discrimination against foreigners. Along with this, they might have avoided getting into the Second World War altogether. That, in and of itself, shows the dire need for realignment, reassessment, and revitalization of traditional Japanese ways, even if some of them are militant. It is not the militant nature that need be emphasized, but the philosophies behind them---loyalty, courage, humility, generosity, forbearance, and many traditional Buddhist values-that can take root in the current, disillusioned society. Another aspect of this is also waking up to the reality which is Japan. Books like Hagakure painted Bushido, Japan, Japanese spirit, people, and warriors, in all too fair a light. That is why so many stories today of samurai are still popular, because they represent ideals. But the sooner the Japanese realize that ideals are sometimes false, the easier it will be for them to accept themselves. Part of disillusionment involves disappointment. When Japan, at the end of WWII, awoke harshly to its own situation, it was horrified. 22 The sooner people are able to accept certain things at less than face-value, the easier it will be for Japan to be able to rebuild its traditions and make them more reflective of the realities behind them. It is a call for new thinkers to interpret old social standards and remake them into new ones which fit the present day. Japans time for lamentation should thus come to an end.
Part of this comes from a disinterest in history. The history of Japan is a rich and diverse one, filled with charismatic people, despotic tyrants and their opposite, magnanimous rulers, brave soldiers, cowards, traitors, loyalists, and so on and so forth. The Japanese buy books constantly about themselves, relying on a foreign interpretation of who they are to define themselves. Ralph Waldo Emerson once wrote, 'Do not seek yourself outside yourself.' 23 The Japanese Identity, as it were, lurks just beneath the surface. It can be seen in how people devour old Chambara (movies about samurai) films, how they like reading Manga about samurai who fought for their families and towns. It can be seen in how tea ceremony is still practiced. Yet it is as if the Japanese ask themselves: what has influenced us? What can we do to be Japanese, in a world of globalization? The answer is quite simple: turn to history, and the influences, impacts, and motives can be quite clear. They need only recall their national heroes, their favorite stories, their festivals. This extends beyond the previously mentioned military traditions, and encompasses all of Japanese societal values and arts. As a person writing about Japan, the author offers these conclusions about the societys status. The study of Japanese history will be the only way in which it will effectively impact Japan significantly in the years to come. To understand what one is, one has to look at where they have been and where they came from. It is perhaps very cliché, but not untrue, to say that without an understanding of history, one can commit the same mistakes of old. Here, the mistake would be in willfully ignoring the roots of an entire culture, from Nara period court life, and its slow trickle-down of education, to the tradition of farming and community responsibility in the Edo period. While the samurai may have had all the glory, the things they fought for are what really left the lasting impressions. This is the value that needs to be discovered by the Japanese, and only for themselves.
It can be said that Japan was shaped by war. This is true to a great extent. But more so Japan was shaped by the want to end wars, the want to install peace. True warriors, it is said by many, do not fight for the sake of fighting. When something is Evil, a person strikes it down, and in doing so, spare the lives of many, 24 so said Yagyu Munenori, perhaps in not as many words. People made all the Sengoku, the Samurai, the martial arts of Japan, the traditions of Japan. And it is people that can keep the influences of these moderated and positive. There is no purpose in studying history if one ignores the lessons it can teach each person about themselves and the people around them. People are what define Bushido, and the samurai were people, as were the farmers, merchants, and artisans they dominated. As much writing as there has been so far on this subject, no amount of it will change one important fact: the importance of things is all about the importance these same people, now hundreds of years removed from their feudal ancestors, shall place on it. The Japanese achieved self-unification through terrible battles, however, as Okakura Kakuzo explained it, while referencing the ancient Essays on Idleness, that it is really an allowance of understanding one another that brings real progress. Thusly it is the understanding of these facts of the past, that will bring Japan a better future. 25
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1. Varley, Japanese Culture pg. 70 (See bib)
2. Reischauer, Story of A Nation, pg. 45
3. Yamamoto, Hagakure, pg.17
4. Reischauer, pg. 45
5. Yamamoto, 17
6. Reischauer, 91
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9. Ibid.
10. Ibid.
11. Varley, 208, 209
12. Mason & Caiger, A History of Japan, pg 191
13. Miyamoto Musashi, Gorin no Sho, pg. 20
14. Akamatsu, Meiji 1868, pg 177
15. see Heiho Kadensho and Gorin no Sho
16. Yoshikawa, Eiji, Taiko
17. Reischauer, 109, Varley, 232
18. Reischauer, 200-214
19. Tanaka Yoshio, Japan as it is, pg. 114
20. The Japan Times, Revisionist text author to join Saitama education board (see works cited/bib)
21. Okakura, Cha no Hon, pg 29
22. Reischauer
23. Emerson, Ralph Waldo, The Existentialist
24. Yagyu, Heiho Kadensho
25. Okakura, Cha no Hon
Inoue Kazuki is long time student and researcher of Japanese History and Language, instructed in both Tennen Rishin Ryu Kenjutsu and Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu Iaijutsu. He currently teaches Shintoki Ryu Kenjutsu in the Eastern United States.