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Dayak Culture and Wildlife 7D6N
Day 01
Arrival, Kuching City Tour
Upon arrival at Kuching International Airport, meet and greet by our friendly representative and proceed for KUCHING CITY. Kuching, the Capital of Sarawak, is a cosmopolitan city and this is reflected in the faces on the street. It's city centre is well preserved with ornate Chinese Temples, The Astana, City Tower, many fine examples of colonial-style architecture a beautiful waterfront and a number of interesting museums, including the famous Sarawak Museum & Cat Museum. Other places of interest include the famous landmark of the City, the Cat Monument, Market, Main Bazaar, China Town, Old State Mosque & etc. Kuching is a good destination to shop for souvenir such as woodcarvings, "Pua Kumbu" with native design and Pepper products.Transfer to City Hotel of your choice for check in and overnight.
Day 02
Breakfast in the hotel, morning proceed for BAKO NATIONAL PARK TOUR. Bako National Park, established since 1957, is the oldest and one of the most popular national parks in Sarawak. Situated about 37 km from Kuching City, the excursion takes about one and a half-hour by land and boat. With an area about 2,728 hectares, it offers the perfect introduction to Sarawak's forest and wildlife. Unlike the other parks, visitors to Bako National Park are almost guaranteed to see wildlife such as long-tailed macaques, squirrels, white bearded pigs, silver leaf monkeys, etc. With 17 trails provided, ranging from 0.2 km to 5.75 km, you will almost find new experience in each different trail. You will be brought along the Teluk Paku trail. To spot the Proboscis monkey, species, which only can be found in Borneo Island, you will need to walk slowly, keep as quiet as possible, and listen out for sounds and movement along the way. In Bako National Park, you will also be able to view 7 different types of vegetations and forests from almost desert-like scrub or "padang" to lowland dipterocarp forest. After tour, transfer back to the hotel for overnight.
Day 03. (B, L)
Jungle Trails 3days 2nights Longhouse Adventure and Orang Utan
At 08:15 hours depart by air-conditioned van for Batang Ai reservoir and proceed to visit SEMENGGOH NATURE RESERVE, Traveling overland (40 min) followed by a brief hike through dipterocarp forest. Unlike in a Zoo, the Orang Utans are set free in a 653-hectare forest reserve. Here, young Orang Utans, who were either orphaned or rescued from captivity, are trained to survive in the wild. The Semenggoh is not set up as a tourist attraction but visitors are most welcome. Upon arrival at Semenggoh, you will be able to catch a glimpse of the Orang Utans during their feeding time. Spot their delicate nests, watch their skilful movements at the tree tops and also their interesting behaviour during feeding time. The guide will also narrate to you the behaviour, emotion and characteristics of this special primate called Orang Utan, meaning "Man of the Forest. Journey overland (4-5 hours) through rural Sarawak, passing through pepper gardens, cocoa and rubber plantations. Enroute, a few stops will be made. Visit the colorful native market in Serian town where a variety of jungle produce such as edible ferns, bamboo shoots and unusual tropical fruit are on display. Visit a pepper garden and stop by to view wild orchids and several species of carnivorous pitcher plants endemic to Borneo. The last stop will be at "Lachau", a small upcountry Chinese village, where you will stop for lunch. (Here barter trades still exist between the natives of Kalimantan, the Chinese shop owners and the natives of Sarawak.). After lunch, we proceed to the final stage of the journey and arrive at the beautiful Batang Ai Lake. At the jetty, you will take a ferry/boat across the lake to reach the Hilton Batang Ai Longhouse Resort; the ferry/boat ride will take approximately 15-20 mins. After checking in, the rest of the day is free at your own leisure, to enjoy the many facilities at this resort and overnight
Day 04 (B/L)
Breakfast in the resort.
Morninga, 0900 depart from the resort where you will board the longboat with an amazing journey through the lake and the crystal clear streams to visit the natives of Borneo. On arrival at the longhouse, you will be taken for a tour around the longhouse, to meet the natives and their families. The Ibans will then sound their gongs and perform their traditional Iban War Dance. One is often invited to join in. don't be shy. It can be fun. Even if you don't understand their language. Don't leave without tasting their rice wine called"Tuak". Native style lunch will served by the riverbank. Before back to the resort the Iban will give you a presentation with their ancient weapon, the blowpipe. The tour ends with another longboat ride across the lake and back to Batang Ai Hilton Longhouse Resort for overnight.
Day 05 (B/L)
Breakfast in the resort
After breakfast today, 10.00 am, you depart from the resort by ferry/boat to the jetty and return to Kuching city via the same route with lunch enroute and drop off at your hotel.
Day 06
Pick up at 0830hrs, drive from Kuching for about 45 mins in the direction of Damai beach. Board a small boat and start your cruise to the mouth of the Santubong & Salak River. There is a chance to spot the elusive and rare schools of Irawaddy dolphins, which are quite common in this area. Head out to the South Chinese Sea for Satang Island. The island is part of the Talang / Satang National Park and there are turtle nests on the island. Green Turtles and the rare Hawksbill Turtles lay their eggs here. You will get an idea of conservation work for these highly endangered sea creatures. Spend time on the island's white sandy beach or go snorkeling. In the shallow waters off the island, enjoy the corals and the marine life. A pack lunch and refreshment provided. Retrace your journey in the mid afternoon. En route you will have a chance to spot some rare migratory birds at the Tukong Ara island. Return transfer to your hotel.
Note: Since you will be exposed to the hot tropical sun, we highly recommend that you bring along a cap, sun shades, sun block and insect repellent. We reserve the right to cancel or postpone this tour incase of rain or bad weather conditions. This tour is suspended during the monsoon season (from November to March) due to rough sea conditions.
Day 07 ( B )
Departure - Kuching Airport
Breakfast at the hotel and free at leisure until check out and transfer to Kuching International Airport for your departure flight.
(All guided tours include entrance fee). Airport - Hotel - Bako - Resort - Airport return transfers., English speaking guide, 02 nights' stay at Batang Ai longhouse resort, meals (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner), English speaking guide.
Airfare, Airport Tax, Tipping, Optional Tour, Accommodation, Tours and Travel Insurance & Personal MISC Expenses.
Our tours are graded from Easy, Mediocre to Strenuous. The following information is being compiled in a generalized manner. As such, you will focus and emphasize on the parts that involve you and the tours that you booked.
Any tour that involve a consistency of 2 sets of trekking time of 4 hours each, we shall grade it as Strenuous. Some tours graded under Strenuous require us to start early either because we have to accomplish an 8-hour trek or to catch a glimpse of a sunrise. We do plan some contingencies for some impossibility due to unforeseen circumstances although we suggest you to get ready for the worse. In our experience, it is our heat that pulls most trekkers down rather then the distance of the track. Water is the sole remedy to any long trek. Lack of water can cause diarrhea. Most trekkers thought that diarrhea is caused by contaminated water rather than the lack of it. Don't bring your travel documents and valuables for overnight and/or trekking tours.
Things to Wear and Things to Bring
The list below should give you a more comprehensive idea on what to wear and what to bring in order to enjoy all our tours better.
We highly recommend that you check our tour itinerary as thoroughly and as carefully as possible before making the booking. When booking our trekking tours, seek advice from your doctor about your health and fitness and request for the necessary medications to use during the tours. Sarawak is relatively free from major diseases but anti-malaria pills and iodine salt for excess sweating are useful if you are intending to cover our remote areas.
National Park Facilities : Equipped with bed sheets, pillow cases, mattress, common toilet & showers and cooking facilities.
Items to bring : Camera, Binoculars, Flat shoes with good gripping-soles, torch light ( Suggested head lamp ), Insect repellent, raincoat, own drinking bottle & first aid kit. Every person participates in any tour or holiday organized by the company shall be regarded in every respect as carrying his / her own risk with respect to loss or injury to person or property. The company does not accept responsibility for losses or expenses due to delay, sickness, weather, strikes, war, quarantine or other travelers.
Tour price: RM 2550.00
Minimum 2 adults per order
Rates quote are based on group of 2 Adults and above per person. Bring flat shoes with good gripping-soles, light cotton clothing, torch light, Insect repellent, raincoat, towel, swim wear, own drinking bottle, personal toiletries. Advisable to pack a light overnight bag for stay in longhouses, national parks, jungle, beaches and caves. All rate quoted are in Malaysia ringgit and base on Twin / Triple Share (SIC basis). Only for physically and mentally fit participants who participate at their own.
Surcharge MYR 50 per person for each transfer
to/from Damai Beach hotels.
Note: Prices are subject to change without prior notice. This tour is offered on a 'Seat-in-Coach' basis. All services stipulated above are subject to availability at the time of booking/reservation.
Perayahomestay@Nature Uniqueness, their representatives act only as agents for the tour members in making arrangements for hotels, transportation, sightseeing, restaurants or any other services in connection with the itinerary. They will exercise reasonable care in making such arrangements, however, they do not assume any liability whatsoever, for any injury, damage, loss, accident or delay to person or property because of any acts of war or terrorism, any act of default of any hotel, carrier, restaurant, company or person rendering any of the services included in the tours. The tickets, coupons, tariffs, rules or contracts currently in use by any carrier, hotel, restaurant or other contractor rendering services shall constitute the sole contract between such contractor and the tour member. Perayahomestay@Nature Uniqueness/as the organizer, accept no responsibility for any damage or delay due to sickness, pilferage, labour disputes, machinery breakdown, quarantine, government restraints, weather or any other cause beyond their personal control. No carrier shall be responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board its own conveyance. The right is reserved to cancel or change itineraries, or substitute services without notice and to decline to accept or retain any passenger at any time. In view of statutory or contractual limitations that may apply to personal injury or property damage losses the purchase of accident and baggage insurance is strongly recommended.


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By Frank J. Rich
Among the more common complaints of small business owners is that they cannot find good help, often expressed as, "People just don't want to work!" According to surveys addressing the issue, they are likely referring to the large but shrinking youth workforce, which is surprisingly disadvantaged in this and other ways. In fact, 86 percent of the 4.2 million increase in the workforce is in those over 55.
There are good reasons for an older work force, such as lower "past retirement" nest eggs, the lure of flexible hours, the high cost of living, the excitement in productive work, and not least, the view that experience is invaluable to all organizations. Co-workers consider older workers a positive influence, good mentors and models, and a font of experience that derives near entirely from longevity.
The Nationwide Building Society survey (2014) shows that the 55 plus worker has fewer sick days, lower loss of workdays from partying, and a greater responsibility to goals and achievement than younger workers. In fact, 70 percent of the 55 plus set arrive early to work, compared with 47 and 50 percent of those aged 25-35 and 18-24, respectively.
The shortage of qualified workers presents an opportunity for businesses small and large. The older worker has one more advantage. He/she has that all-important perspective not yet developed in the young worker. The enterprise may depend on this more than anything else to succeed.
Older workers are more flexible, less in need of a career wage; they exhibit a grateful attitude toward their companies and co-workers, and are clearly the most stable members of the workforce. Further, their contribution goes beyond functional knowledge; they uniquely provide the wisdom, diligence, and practice habits necessary to goals achievement. And, they are more willing to encourage team members often seen as competition by contemporaries.
Older workers have learned the balance between work and home life and are more willing to share the wisdom of age than younger counterparts. As models, there is no equal to experience. It's an element of work that is uniquely theirs.
One in three workers is over the age of 50, but only 18 percent of US employers have a strategy to hire older workers. This fact is the opportunity in the workforce that small business needs, perhaps more than any other. It may not be that businesses cannot find "good people." Rather, it may be that they haven't yet tapped America's aging population to fill the need. Opportunity awaits those who do.
This column was first published in early 2014. In September of 2015 the movie "The Intern" appeared in theaters. The story line is prodigious and complements the column perfectly.
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Visit to the Port of Vukovar
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We are having a day of painting, cleaning and repairing at the farm, and we need your help!
So dig out some old clothes you don't mind getting dirty, wear some sturdy shoes, bring a paint brush, a sweeping brush, a spade or a wheel barrow or just come along and lend a hand.
We will reward your hard work with tea and coffee, cakes and a mug of soup.
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Today's homeowners are soaking up the latest bathroom designs as they are seeing the space in a whole new light. Let's be honest. A bathroom has its purpose and we all spend time there. That's why this year, we're seeing bathrooms taking center stage. Homeowners are making bathrooms their personal sanctuaries, designed with touches of luxury, elegance and convenience.
Whether you're looking to refresh your bathroom or take on a total renovation, here are some of the latest bathroom designs for your home, courtesy Granite Transformations. Check out some of the top trends for 2018.
Warm Palettes
Imagine having a spa-like experience in your home – every day. It's possible and can be accomplished just by switching up your bathroom color-scheme. Warm tones of grey, brown and white are topping the list as the perfect palette for creating a soothing space.
Bold Walls and Floors
You spend time and money decorating your home, choosing floors, paint colors and furniture. But do you give your bathroom the same amount of attention? Just as you would choose a striking piece of art for your living room, make a statement in your bathroom with bold mosaic tile walls and floors. Mosaic tile creates a dramatic focal point to set the tone for the space. Don't have the budget to tile your whole shower surround? A simple vertical or horizontal mosaic tile inlay can add a feeling of elegance and sophistication. (photo above bottom left)
Unique, Geometric Tile Shapes and Designs
Bathrooms don't have to be boring. And you don't have to go all out or break the bank to jazz them up. Using geometric shapes and colors in a small area, instead of traditional square ones, opens a world of design possibilities. Hexagonal tiles have become a popular bath remodel idea since they combine seamlessly with nearly any design aesthetic and create eye-catching looks to match your unique personal style. Are you ready to step outside of your comfort zone?
Organic Materials
Organic materials are part of today's latest bathroom designs as their natural elements can bring a sense of relaxation and well-being to the room. Bamboo or treated wood are becoming the norm since homeowners are seeking to create a refuge for peace and serenity. (photo above top left)
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Running has always been an on/off sport for me. Well, except for my last summer after high school I ran 4 miles a day religiously. Then I went to MSU and joined the running team and got my ass kicked trying to run 5 miles after a month off. And I quit. And then I'd start up again for a few months and then fall back again. I typically start running in the spring, keep it up for most of the summer but then fall off the wagon by the fall time.
I've never been into extremely long distance running... a good 3-4 mile run is right up my alley. Just before I got pregnant with Hudson, LeeAnn and I made a goal to start running together. And then I got pregnant, lazy and freaked out about causing pregnancy complications (I know, totally not true... but I always freak in the beginning).
After I had Hudson I planned to start running asap. But then we ended up moving, twice, and having a huge house to fix up. I did manage to sign up and run in a 5k last fall with LeeAnn but I really failed at training for it and it kicked my butt. I really didn't stay on the wagon last fall and I think I ran once this winter (ironically, on a 2* day and my lungs felt like they were going to burst... big turn off).
A few weeks ago I decided I needed to cut out all of my excuses. The biggest one has been that I can't take both boys running with me if Ryan isn't home (which he is gone 2 nights a week, and sometimes works Saturdays). And, this summer I'll be home with the boys all summer and have no means to take them running. I had thought that we would have access to the track across the road... put Hudson in the single jogger and let Porter run/play/ride his bike. However, the track is always locked.
So... I decided to purchase a double jogging stroller. I found a pretty good deal on a used BOB duallie. And I am proud to say I've been sticking with running for the past few weeks. Ok, so its only been a few weeks but STILL! I'm getting excited to try to beat my times, work my way up to being able to run my entire route (so far I'm doing run/walk/run/walk... currently I'm running more than walking but I still take breaks).
Saturday I was itching to run. I didn't run on Friday so I really really wanted to go. This is a good thing... I want to become obsessed and addicted. I want to WANT to run. However, I had 3 kids. I decided to try to improvise and here's what I came up with....
Ghetto... yes. Did it work? Yes! We actually walked for quite awhile and then I had Porter hop on (like so in the picture) and I ran maybe a mile? All in all the walk/run was only a mile and a half. Puny, but at least I got out there!
This morning I went solo. I had a goal to beat my last solo run and I did! I actually beat it by a minute and a half. So, hopefully I can keep this up. Hopefully I can keep motivated, and I'm really looking forward to the day I can run my entire route WITH the 80lb stroller/kid combo!
In the meantime, I've been keeping a running blog and journaling for myself. I started it last fall when I was attempting to get ready for the 5k. I have also been using my Nike + with my iPod and I love how it tracks everything for me. I then plug it in and it uploads to Nike +. I usually sync it with Runner + though, and then can edit runs, add notes etc.
Sunday, April 26, 2009
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- AnonymousApril 26, 2009 at 10:46 AM
Good for you! I LOVE my BOB duelie - seriously the best money I have ever spent! I am not much of a runner, but adore long power walks . . . how on earth am I going to do it with 3?! Keep up the good work!ReplyDelete
That is great! Good luck keeping it going! :)ReplyDelete
Well...I'd love to start walking this summer, like every morning. I just don't know if I can get into the whole running thing? I'll go in the summer with you if your interested for some morning walks. That stroller looks a lot like the one my mother-in-law gave me last summer, it's SO easy to push isn't it??ReplyDelete
I don't know how in the hell you walk with that thing much less run. I am very impressed becasue I would die after about 30 seconds :)ReplyDelete
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For the most part, smartphones and motors should never mix. Using a phone while at the wheel could land you with a £100 on-the-spot, fixed-penalty fine or, even worse, see you involved in a serious accident. Driver distraction is a contributory factor in more than one in five (22%) crashes. However, that doesn't mean that motorists shouldn't embrace new technology – just not while driving. So here's our top 7 driving apps to make your life on the road a lot less stressful…
1. Car insurance by MoneySuperMarket Free MoneySuperMarket knows better than anyone that sorting your car insurance can be a chore. So we introduced our car insurance app to make comparing quotes as easy as 1,2,3 – you can switch insurers in just 3 taps. If you've already run quotes on the desktop site, simply log in to the app and it'll pull up your last lot of quotes. Then you can amend details, run more quotes and even buy insurance straight from your phone or tablet.
2. ParkingAssistant by BMW FreeAre you in a constant rush to get back to your car before your parking ticket expires? If so, this is the app for you – simply start the clock when you park your car and BMW ParkingAssistant will send you a signal in advance of your parking ticket, permit or parking meter expiring. The app automatically factors in the time it'll take you to get back to your car from your current location, and even if you've no idea where you left your car, the route display will guide you back – so no more multi-storey car park panic attacks.
3. RingGo FreeSo you've got your parking app and you'll definitely make it back before your ticket expires – except you've got no change to get a ticket from the machine! Fear not, because you also downloaded the RingGo meaning you can pay for parking using your credit or debit card instead. Use of this app is offered at 4,000 sites across the UK, including over 60 local authorities, 10 railway operators and a number of private parking operators including NCP.
4. TyreSafe Free Having underinflated tyres can increase fuel consumption by as much as 20% and increase tyre wear by 30% - the trouble is, even if you know your tyres need pumping up, it can be a nightmare trying to find out the correct tyre pressure for your car. With this app, you simply tap in your registration and it will confirm the vehicle type, tyre size and recommended pressure settings in both psi and bar.
5. Garmin UK & Ireland £44.99Although the cost of this app may seem a little steep, it's still less than half the price of a standalone satnav and having the software available on your smartphone means there's no need to carry an additional device around. It has all the features you'd expect from a satnav, and comes with real-time safety camera updates and alerts, photoReal images of complex junctions and rich mapping with detailed 3D buildings and landmarks. One word of warning though, it comes with in-app purchases so that £44.99 could soon escalate.
6. PetrolPrices Pro £2.99The occasional supermarket price war aside, petrol prices aren't getting any cheaper and so it makes sense to fill up at a forecourt that offers the cheapest prices. And because none of us want to drive round for hours looking for the best deal – that'd not only be a waste of time, it'd also be massively counter-productive – the PetrolPrices Pro app can automatically find your location and give you the cheapest prices in your area for a range of fuel types including unleaded, super unleaded, diesel, premium diesel, LPG and LRP.
7. Witness Driving £0.69Although the insurance industry is cracking down on fraud, crash for cash and bogus claims are still a big problem in the UK – adding an estimated £50 on to each and every one of our policies! An effective way to beat the fraudsters is to have a dash-mounted camera, as this can show exactly who was at fault at the time of an accident – trouble is, like satnav systems, they don't come cheap. That's where the Witness Driving app comes in handy as it will turn your smartphone into a dash-mounted camera that can record an hour of high quality footage and even comes with an accident management system to record important info, store your insurance details and even notify someone you've been in a crash – all for less than a pound! Do you have a favourite motoring app we've not mentioned? Give it a shout in the boxes below…
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Have you ever been at a loss as to what to watch? Too many shows to pick from? We're here to give you our opinions on what we feel is worth watching. Check it out and then let us know in the comments below what you're choosing for tonight!
Megan's Choice
Tonight is the series premiere of Station 19, and I am very intrigued by this show. It's centered around Andy Herrera (Jaina Lee Ortiz, Rosewood), who is the daughter of the head of her Seattle firehouse. Andy is extremely by the books and a fierce woman. We will also see the station's newest member, Ben Warren (Jason George), who fans of Grey's Anatomy will recognize as Bailey's husband Ben, who has left the medical world to be a firefighter. The show also stars Miguel Sandoval (Medium), Grey Damon (Aquarius, Star-Crossed, The Nine Lives of Chloe King), Jay Hayden (The Catch, SEAL Team, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend), Alberto Frezza (Dead of Summer), Danielle Savre (Too Close to Home, Supernatural: Bloodlines), Okieriete Onaodowan, & Barrett Doss.
I'm interested to see how this show progresses, as it is a new member of the Shondra Rhimes universe — a very lucrative universe to belong to. Time will tell if people take to it as quickly as they did Grey's.
On tonight's 2-episode premiere, "Stuck/Invisible to Me," when the team responds to an apartment fire, Captain Pruitt takes a hit, the future of the station's leadership is in jeopardy, and firefighter Andy Herrera is forced to step up. Meanwhile, new recruit Ben Warren is trading in the scalpel for a fresh start as a firefighter, but it hasn't been easy and he has a hard time realizing that emergencies in the field are vastly different than those at Grey Sloan Memorial. With the absence of Captain Pruitt, Andy and Jack try to navigate how to work together, and a car accident on a rural road puts both the victims and the crew's lives at risk.
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Today's episode of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai starts with Kartik(Mohsin Khan) and Naira(Shivangi Joshi) looking at each other as Kartik mesmerized to see her. Thye all celebrate together as Naira and Kartik imagine the family accepting their decision.
They realise they were dreaming but hope that it gets true soon. Keerti is very happy and she tells Naksh that she was herself so surprised. Naksh asks Keerti not to hope so much about the two families reuniting.
Keerti still prays that everything gets back to the way they were. Kartik and Naira meet under the table as they have renewed hope that the families will be happy.
Kartik says that they will tell the families once the pooja is done. Kartik gets all romantic and will not let her go as he compliments her for how she looks. Kartik wants a grand wedding while Naira wants a plain one.
Suhasini spots Naira coming out of the table and she doubts Kartik is there too. She checks but Kartik is already hidden. Later as the women prepare to break their fast and Naira makes an excuse to go into the backyard and so does Kartik.
Suhasini and Naitik hope the two are fine as they might be tormented by memories. Rajshri knows why the two are away and hopes they get the blessings of the family soon. Kartik and Naira romantically break their fast. The families move to the terrace so that they can break their fasts.
Swarna says that she is happy that Kartik went away from the place so that he is not hurt by the celebrations. They are shocked to see Kartik and Naira together on the terrace. Swarna is furious and she walks off. The families are furious too and they too walk away.
Kartik and Naira walk up to them so they can speak to the families. They say that they have realised their mistake and they cannot stay away from each other. Manish and Naitik lash out at Kartik and Naira.
Devyani says that they cannot keep playing around with relationships. Suhasini says that she had begged Naira to forget about divorce. The families unite in scolding Kartik and Naira for being so callous.


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Author(s): David Van Horn
Year: 1978
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"Shall the hungry pride even the happy band?
Shall the hungry hyena ever envy the cow of his grass?
Shall the righteous ever envy the evil of his wealth?"
In the extract above, the poet is passing a very important message. And what is it?
When I was in college, I made up my mind not to be involved in any form of examination malpractice. However, whenever we had exams, I saw many of my fellow students cheating. This used to annoy me, and I used to feel like exposing them. That's not bad anyway. Now here is the bad part. When the results comes out and I see those cheating friends of mine getting better grades and higher scores than me, I envy them. Now that shouldn't be.
Same applies to us. If you see a thief buying goods shoes, latest cars and beautiful mansions, you must not envy him. Why? Because the source of his wealth is evil. Most of those colleagues of mine who cheat during exams pass excellently. Sometimes, they get better grades and higher scores than I do, but still I must not envy them.
Here is another extract from the concluding part of the same poem:
"For when the monkey reluctantly receives his reward,
Not even the dying cub will covet his couch.
For when the wicked is being visited by his wickedness,
Not even the righteous beggar will beg for his bread."
Did you see that? The poet is telling us that 'when the wicked is being visited by his wickedness,' that is when he is reaping the bitter fruits of his labour, not even the poor beggar will beg for bread from the wicked. Why? Because he doesn't want his own end to be like that of the wicked.
So my dear friends, when you see people getting right answers through the wrong methods, ignore them! No matter how hard the process may be, go through it. You might get there late, but I can assure you those you will meet there will be lamenting because the right answer without the right methods leads to destruction!
Now let's answer our poet's question:
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Title: Bacon-And-Tomato Potato Skins
Yield: 1 Servings
Categories: Potatoes, Appetizers
6 lg Baking potatoes
2 ts Cooking oil
1 ts Chili powder
Several dashes bottled hot
-pepper sauce
2/3 c Chopped Canadian-style bacon
1 md Tomato; finely chopped
2 tb Finely chopped green onion
1 c Shredded cheddar cheese or
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Sanuk is bringing in some new blood.
The division of Deckers Outdoor Corp. has appointed former DC Shoes SVP Jeff Fitzhugh as its new VP of North American sales.
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Prior to joining the Goleta, Calif.-based brand, Fitzhugh oversaw sales for DC Shoes. A veteran of the surf and skate category of more than 20 years, the executive previously held positions at Oakley and Converse.


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Saturday we had a small TnT planned at Pelly State and it was a great day for it. Only 35 or so people so we got to run 3 hours and work one. But I was working as Safety Steward so I focused on the first few hours so Scott could leave and I could work the rest of the day. I had a few issues since the kart was previously set up to run at Blytheville (concrete). My first few runs I forgot I had removed my rear bar and I had no grip, especially in the front. So I ran back over and installed the rar. Vast improvement! My times immediately improved by 4 seconds since I could turn now. The only other adjustment I made was tire pressures. After 7 or 8 runs I made my target of getting under 60 seconds so I quit and packed up so I could work. The rest of the day went off without a hitch. I did drive the Geo for a run and it was a blast - but the short wheelbase makes it tricky to keep pointed where you want to go if you come off the throttle.Saturday evening the family was part of a demonstration for Taekwondo at the Kingsport mall. They'd been practicing most nights during the week and it paid off with a great performance (4 actually). So overall a busy Saturday.
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The UK attracted over 1,000 foreign direct investment (FDI) projects last year.¹ But what makes Britain and its businesses so attractive to foreign investors? Steve Bagshaw shares his insights and explains what it feels like to be a CEO on the receiving end of foreign investment.
Steve Bagshaw is CEO of FUJILFILM Diosynth, a company that has benefited from FDI from HQ in Tokyo and now exports clinical and commercial experience in biopharmaceutical development around the world.
"Fundamentally, FDI is all about tapping into resources that you don't currently have."
Foreign investors in the UK now own £10.6 trillion worth of British assets – that's roughly five times as large as the UK's GDP.² Indeed, FDI figures for 2015 show that the UK had a record number of inward investment projects that helped to create the second highest number of jobs ever.3
FDI can deliver a stable platform for growth opportunities in both domestic and international markets but as with any change in ownership structure, clear expectations and transparency of ambition are vital to success.
Avecia Biologics, a north-east biopharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing organisation CDMO, came under Japanese ownership in 2011 via a one year stay in MSD – the US pharma giant, rebranding as FUJIFILM Diosynth.
As CEO Steve Bagshaw explains, that investment allowed them to focus on long-term planning – a welcome contrast to the private equity approach they'd previously experienced.
"Our Japanese owners have really put their money where their mouth is. They've been able to unlock funding through Japanese banks which wouldn't normally have been accessible to us as a UK company," he says.
"Fundamentally, FDI is all about tapping into resources that you don't currently have. That has been invaluable in allowing us to grow. We had our best ever year in 2015."
FDI isn't just about the financial support. It also promotes the sharing of talent and skills.
"We've received quite a bit of training too, which has helped us to rebalance our skills and align ourselves with the values of the Japanese owners," says Steve. "Being in sync, with shared aspirations and values, was actually one of the factors that attracted FUJIFILM to us in the first place."
And despite being half a world apart, the similarity of values evinced by Avecia and FUJIFILM created a matched understanding that, Steve remarks, was a major element of the success of the investment.
"FUJIFILM like the way we do business, which is a model based on trust. That absolutely matches FUJIFILM's key working values.
"The due diligence FUJIFILM did on us before the acquisition showed them that our reputation in the marketplace was justified from a technical point of view too," says Steve.
The crucial aspect to FDI is about finding the right fit for both parties. "FUJIFILM were looking for a good 25-year investment that would get them into the healthcare business and unlock growth potential in the target," says Steve.
"For us, it was a great fit. We wanted to be bought by somebody who valued us and we absolutely needed a long-term strategy."
Being British was also a factor that weighed heavily in the Japanese company's decision to invest. They wanted an English-speaking target company and the UK time zone is perfect for bridging communication gaps between HQ in Japan and our US company. Interestingly, they also liked the work ethic they saw here in Teesside. The UK regions are doing a great job of attracting more and more FDI." 1
So what are the secrets to continued success?
"One of the reasons our venture has worked is that we were prepared to adapt to the new ownership," says Steve. "That's a really key point for any company thinking about taking foreign investment.
"Likewise, doing due diligence on a foreign investor is just as important as the due diligence they will be undertaking on you. So, to those considering FDI, don't just take the first offer that comes along – do the groundwork and find the right deal with the right person.
"Trust is invaluable and works both ways. They've allowed us to run the company the way we knew it should be run. And now we're really delivering the level of growth that we knew we were capable of.
"That's not to say that there haven't been some challenges along the way," Steve cautions. "There are a number of cultural differences that have taken time to adjust to. For instance, the company is run in a very hierarchical way. So even though FUJIFILM is a public company, the Chairman runs the place with an eye for detail that is just unbelievable.
"As a UK CEO, it might feel strange sharing every detail with the Chairman, but it's having a 'no secrets' approach that enables us to work so well together."
As Steve's experience shows, foreign ownership can help businesses realise long-held strategic ambitions but it also thrusts business into the global marketplace creating an unusual type of competition. "You are playing for your lives," Steve says. "Nobody owes you a future. You absolutely have to use technology and automation to make yourself more efficient as you grow because on a quarterly, half yearly, annual basis, your performance will be compared with other factories around the world.
"Global ownership subjects British factories to much harsher analysis. Whereas decisions might previously have involved creating jobs and employment in the UK, if you're foreign owned, it's not. It's more about profit and long-term value."
"To those considering FDI, don't just take the first offer that comes along – do the groundwork and find the right deal with the right person."
"Ultimately, we know that our profitability will be key to a successful and sustainable partnership," says Steve. "We've had some temporary challenges around that since the EU referendum because we repatriate our profits to Japan, so the fall in sterling, has seen that reduce.
"But this is only a short-term stumbling block and on the plus side, we're able to export more cheaply. The UK remains a great place to do business and a great place to invest."
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text: tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post510346677881625451..comments2019-02-19T15:21:58.846-06:00Comments on Review This!: The Inheritance Movie ReviewCynthia email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-8373032073344982082017-08-21T11:40:12.250-05:002017-08-21T11:40:12.250-05:00How strange that the movie was set in New England ...How strange that the movie was set in New England instead of England! But even with that, I can't wait to see it. I don't know how I missed seeing this movie as I love Louisa May Alcott - books and movies! Thanks for this movie review!Carol Rowellhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-62721057299320661222017-07-23T23:26:42.591-05:002017-07-23T23:26:42.591-05:00The Inheritance sounds just like the kind of movie...The Inheritance sounds just like the kind of movie I could watch. Am very eager to spend a lazy afternoon watching this one when I get the chance. I'm a Meredith Baxter fan as well.Barbara Tremblay Cipakhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-77212060503928655112017-07-21T16:51:26.072-05:002017-07-21T16:51:26.072-05:00The Inheritance sounds like a great movie. Will pu...The Inheritance sounds like a great movie. Will put it on my list!Heather Burnshttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-61395846101770658252017-07-21T10:22:15.835-05:002017-07-21T10:22:15.835-05:00With 'Little Women' being a marvelous clas...With 'Little Women' being a marvelous classic every girl ends up loving, I'm sure I will enjoy both the book and the movie of 'The Inheritance'. Thanks for telling me about it. Lovely review.Wednesday Elfhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-60596834420591833582017-07-21T08:54:02.434-05:002017-07-21T08:54:02.434-05:00I've always liked Meredith Baxter, too. Sounds...I've always liked Meredith Baxter, too. Sounds like a great movie choice for a lazy summer afternoon. Added to my watch list! Susan Deppnerhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-59311461739200222572017-07-21T08:44:35.634-05:002017-07-21T08:44:35.634-05:00Sounds like an idyllic way to spend a lazy Sunday ...Sounds like an idyllic way to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon. I think I need to check this movie out, but maybe just maybe I will start with the book. I do like all the details and being swept away in my mind. Thanks for a great review.Grammie O Morrishttps://firstname.lastname@example.com


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Navy jacket with white pattern consisting of white geometric and floral shapes. Black buttons down front and square pockets on each side. Interior labels: "MADE IN ITALY" at center back collar and "GIANNI VERSACE" on white label stiched into right breast lining.
July 12, 2012, sold by Wishlist Consignment, Hanover, MA to Lauren Whitley, Lawrence, MA; 2012, sold by Lauren Whitley to the MFA. (Accession date: October 24, 2012)
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Museum purchase with funds donated by Stephen Borkowski in honor of Alex Carleton
- Designed by Gianni Versace, Italian, 1946–1997
Center back: 85.1 cm (33 1/2 in.)
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Cotton, silk lining.