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Swaying palm trees, sparkling waterfalls, an orchid court and exquisite hand-carvings from Bali, Loews Royal Pacific Resort is an exotic hideaway that invites honeymooners to enjoy the beauty of the islands. Dine on exceptional cuisine, delight in the flawless service, and soak in the breathtaking brilliance of the lush tropical surroundings. The towering palm trees, flickering tiki torches and sand between your toes will have you thinking you've traveled all the way to Bali.
Inspired by the Golden Age of Travel when carefree explorers island-hopped through the South Pacific, Loews Royal Pacific Resort is arrayed in a series of seven-story buildings with bright Polynesian-style décor. The 1,000 stylish guest rooms and 51 suites are infused with the "aloha" spirit. The "island chic" décor features sandy neutrals with pops of vibrant colors. The hotel's palm tree-lined pool area features a huge lagoon-style swimming pool, hot tubs, beach volleyball and the Royal Bali Sea, an interactive water play area for children. Guests can enjoy poolside activities, dive-in movies, private cabanas and a poolside bar and grill.
After hours of excitement, head back to your oasis of calm. Sip on a Mai Tai at the Orchid Court Lounge. Dining experiences at Loews Royal Pacific Resort include a weekly Polynesian luau, a lobby sushi bar, Pan Asian cuisine from Islands Dining Room and Emeril's Tchoup Chop.
Leave the world behind as you enjoy the swaying palm trees and serene tranquility of Loews Royal Pacific Resort. Experience the allure of the South Seas at Loews Royal Pacific Resort on your honeymoon.
Imagine yourself at Loews Royal Pacific Resort
The Best Parts of Loews Royal Pacific Resort
- "Dive-In" Movies
- Fitness Center
- Golfing
- Jogging/Walking Paths
- Poolside Activities
- Shopping
- Shuffleboard and Games
- Swimming
- Torch Lighting Ceremony
- Wantilan Luau
- Wantilan Luau. Sit back and experience an evening of authentic Polynesian food and entertainment at the captivating Wantilan Luau. This weekly Hawaiian dinner show features an all-you-can-eat buffet and live Hawaiian music. Hula and fire dancers enchant the audience. Reservations are required.
- Emeril's Tchoup Chop. Tchoup Chop is Emeril Lagasse's take on Polynesian cuisine.
- Islands Dining Room. Offering breakfast and dinner, enjoy a Pacific casual cuisine in tropical surroundings with Islands Dining Room.
- Jake's American Bar. The perfect place for drinks after an action-packed day, Jake's American Bar features live entertainment on select nights.
- Orchid Court Lounge and Sushi Bar. Overlooking the pool area, Orchid Court Lounge and Sushi Bar is furnished with hand-carved furniture from Bali. Savor inventive sushi and South Seas martinis with beautiful views of the Orchid Court.
- Bula Bar and Grill. A casual poolside eatery, Bula Bar and Grill features tropical drinks, sandwiches and Loews American Classic items.
- Bula Ice Bar. Cool down with a variety of homemade ice creams, smoothies, shakes and tropical drinks without having to move too far from your lounge chair.
Onsite Amenities
Onsite Amenities+
- 24-Hour Front Desk
- 24-Hour Room Service
- 24-Hour Security
- Business Services
- Cocktail Lounge
- Coffee Shop
- Complimentary High Speed Internet Connection
- Dry Cleaning
- Exclusive Benefits to Theme Parks
- Fitness Center
- Jogging Track
- Mandara Spa
- Pools
- Tour/Sightseeing Desk
- Valet Parking
- Wedding Services
In-Room Amenities
In-Room Amenities+
- 300-Thread Count, 100% Cotton Sheets
- Comfort Zone Skin and Body Products
- Daviness Shampoo and Conditioner
- Dry-Cleaning and Laundry Services
- Flat-Screen TV with HD Channels
- Free Wi-Fi
- Julien Farel Professional Hair Dryer
- In-Room Dining Service
- In-Room Keurig Coffeemaker
- Nightly Turndown upon request
- On Demand Movies (fees apply)
- Spacious Desk Area
- Refreshment Pantry (fees apply)


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I am joining some of my bloggy friends today to bring you a fun DIY Under 5 holiday garland that I am just in love with!
We have a couple small trees around our home that I have never decorated and decided to make a some sweet garland for one of them this year.
This project is so easy to do and I'm thrilled with the outcome. I love how sweet and dainty the garland looks on the tree and is the perfect accent piece for the holidays.
Also, check-out the other handmade holiday ornaments, gifts and diy decor at the bottom of the post too from my bloggy friends!
The supplies you'll need for this project are:
-approx. 3 feet of yarn
– scissors
– scrapbooking paper
– die-cut
– tiny clothes pins
– glue
After gathering the supplies you'll want to make your cut-outs first. You can choose any die-cut you'd like. I love this one from Martha Stewart, the hearts are so dainty and the scalloped edges add a sweet touch.
I also kept the inside heart cut-outs to use on the garland… more on that in a bit.
For my garland I used 20 cut-outs.
Aren't they just so sweet?!
The second step is to gather your small clothespins and yarn.
Now take your cut-outs and clip to the yarn. I did mine about 5 inches apart leaving room for the inside heart cut-out shapes.
Continue clipping each one onto the yarn!
Next, take the small heart cut-outs and add a dab of glue onto the back of each one.
Place them onto the yarn as shown below in between the clipped hearts.
Continue doing for each heart.
You are done!
Now place the garland onto your tree! I added mine onto a small white tinsel tree and it looks fabulous. I love how this project turned out and now I want to make a larger scale version for my big tree.
Some additional after shots.
This garland turned out to be the perfect accent for this tree.
Another shot of this sweet & dainty holiday garland.
And the final look at night.
Now be sure to check out the other handmade holidays ornaments, gifts, and decor below!
Happy Holidays!

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The Country Club of Orlando
- Holes: 18
- Par: 72
- Length: 6686 yards
- Slope: 127
- Rating: 72.2
- Layout
- 1601 Country Club Dr, Orlando, Florida 32804, Orange County
- (407) 849-0990
- www.countrycluboforlando.com
Tees | Layout | Full Scorecard
|6686 yards
|6437 yards
|5941 yards
|White (W)
|5941 yards
|Forward (W)
|5401 yards
Rating Snapshot
Reviewed on 04/18/2017
I recommend this course
"A Most Enjoyable Round"
"A Most Enjoyable Round"
Reviewed on 01/27/2014
Historical Donald Ross course was challenging around the exceptionally maintained green complexes and very fair off the tee while still providing the feel of a tree-lined fairway. Good mix of doglegs, long & short par3s. Halfway house had great food and quick and always feel that Southern Hospitality. A very nice Country Club experience.
I recommend this course
"Great course!"
"Great course!"
Reviewed on 02/05/2014
A great course that is classic donald ross. If you get the chance to play it, by all means take it!
I recommend this course
"Great golf course - phenomenal staff/service"
"Great golf course - phenomenal staff/service"
Reviewed on 01/13/2014
CCO provides for a great day of golf - the course is not too difficult for higher handicap golfers, but provides enough challenge for golfers of all skill levels. The course is always in impeccable shape and the club's commitment to customer service is evident. Great golf club, highly recommended.
I recommend this course
"Favorite in Orlando"
"Favorite in Orlando"
Reviewed on 01/07/2014
Best course in Orlando for my taste. Great pace of play, walker friendly, exceptional staff, classic design, fast greens. If you get the opportunity, this is a must play. For members, the best family club in Orlando.
I recommend this course
"Walk the fairways of a historic Ross design"
"Walk the fairways of a historic Ross design"
Reviewed on 01/24/2014
If you are a Donald Ross fan and have an invitation to play Country Club of Orlando then by all means take up the offer. My son and I recently played on an ideal day. We love to walk with trolleys and in Orlando, CCO is one of the few courses where that is an option. Sad...because that's my favorite way to play. CCO can be set up to challenge, but on most days it's all about fun. You better be sharp on and around the greens as you'll be faced with pitches from flat lies on tightly mown areas to raised greens. This is a golf course that rewards thoughtful play. Conditioning, tree management, beauty, staff, walk in park, all get A plus from me."
I recommend this course
"One of the Best"
"One of the Best"
Reviewed on 02/08/2014
Where to start, the golf course is very well manicured and there isn't blade of grass out of place. The golf course offers its challenges, the fairways are tree lined, but there is some room to miss a tee shot. The par 3's are great as they all provide a different length and head toward different directions. A unique blend of straight holes, doglegs, and scenery will make you want to come back every day.
I recommend this course
"Classic track, great amenities"
"Classic track, great amenities"
Reviewed on 01/13/2014
If you've had a chance to play any Donald Ross golf courses, Country Club of Orlando will feel very familiar. CCO is a classic Ross design in a few key ways:
- great walking course (tees are a short walk from greens);
- small greens;
- natural use of local topology;
- minimal man-made mounding;
- visual trickery, use of tee box alignment to guide you away from best spots
CCO is a great country club, offering all of the amenities (fine dining, pool, locker rooms, etc) that you would expect from a high-end establishment.
I recommend this course
"A Hidden Gem in Orlando"
"A Hidden Gem in Orlando"
Reviewed on 01/27/2014
I love Country Club of Orlando. Well, I love all Donald Ross courses but CCO is really special. The location in Orlando makes it a hidden gem as well.
I had a USGA qualifier here so the set-up was long but it was still great. The greens are big and roll perfectly. The bermuda grass can be challenging around the greens but that's Donald Ross for you. Stay below the hole...
The par 5's here give you a break so I would advise making birdie here is possible. CCO is great for walking because the holes are parallel to one another. Overall, it's a great course if you can find your way on it. There's also an awesome short game area hidden towards number 11.
Great food, great course, play there!
I recommend this course
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I have lost count of how many times people (including very experienced programmers) have approached me wondering why on earth code like the following fails to parse:
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Toronto 2012: Michael Fassbender, Domhnall Gleeson Line Up as Musicians in 'Frank'
Lenny Abrahamson will direct the picture backed by Film4 and written by Jon Ronson and Peter Straughan.
Michael Fassbender and Domhnall Gleeson are attached to star in Lenny Abrahamson's next movie Frank.
Written by British journalist and humorist Jon Ronson (The Men Who Stare at Goats) and Peter Straughan (Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, The Men Who Stare at Goats), the project is being developed by Film4, the standalone movie-making arm for U.K. broadcaster Channel 4.
Protagonist Pictures will introduce the project to foreign buyers at the Toronto International Film Festival, which gets under way Thursday.
Film4 will co-finance the movie with the Irish Film Board.
Frank is billed as a comedy about a young wannabe musician, Jon (Gleeson), who discovers he's bitten off more than he can chew when he joins an eccentric pop band led by the mysterious and enigmatic Frank (Fassbender).
The film, scheduled to shoot late this year, is a co-production between Runaway Fridge and Element Pictures and will be produced by David Barron, Ed Guiney and Stevie Lee. Exec producing for Film4 are Tessa Ross and Katherine Butler and for Element Pictures, Andrew Lowe.
Abrahamson's latest movie What Richard Did is scheduled to unspool in Toronto and also is being handled by Protagonist.
Abrahamson is set to begin shooting Frank late this year.


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Recently, I had the pleasure of talking with Dr. Amanda Tracy of Advanced Health & Wellness in Andover, MA. Dr. Tracy has had a tremendous amount of experience helping patients with food allergies, intolerance, and sensitivities.
1. How did you become interested in the field of naturopathic medicine?
Growing up as a dancer, I was always interested in nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. I first became interested in science as a career path in 9th grade while researching a project on Genetics, I enjoyed the investigation work and problem-solving that science involves. As a Biochemistry major at BC and preparing for a career in medicine, I became more intrigued by the process of health rather than disease. Conventional medical thought has such an emphasis on disease that I was temporarily disinterested in medicine until I found Naturopathic Medicine: a field that combines scientific medical diagnosis with natural treatments to achieve optimal health.
2. What has been your experience treating patients with food allergies, intolerance, and sensitivities?
In my experience, there is a strong connection between adverse food reactions and the development of many chronic illnesses such as MSG with migraines, synthetic food dyes with ADHD, cow's dairy with sinus infections, sulfites with asthma and gluten with depression and anxiety. My naturopathic approach for many chronic illnesses includes identifying and treating adverse food reactions.
I have also found that many individuals have been tested for adverse food reactions in the past and even though they have been avoiding those foods, are still experiencing some digestive symptoms. Often, to really heal the damage done by these foods in the digestive tract and elsewhere in the body, a treatment regimen including nutritional supplements and herbal medicines is needed in addition to avoiding the offending foods. Avoiding food allergens does prevent new damage from being done but in most cases does not repair the damage done in the past. This is why it is important to approach your food allergies with a qualified medical professional.
3. What special training do you have regarding the role of nutrition and our health?
All licensed Naturopathic Doctors have an undergraduate degree in pre-med and graduated from a four -year naturopathic medical school which includes over 3,000 hours of coursework and 1,000 hours clinical training and passed national licensing exams called the NPLEX. As part of the naturopathic medical school curriculum, we have over 180 hours of training specifically in nutrition versus conventional medical school where nutrition training may be only one course or an elective.
Our food is our medicine and nature has provided for us well. The farther we stray from nature, the more likely we are to develop a chronic health issue. Naturopathic Doctors learn not only what vitamins are essential for life, but how to optimize the function of the body and prevent disease with non-toxic foods, phytochemicals, vitamins and minerals.
4. I notice that you have a page on your website dedicated to educating people about candida. What is important for people to know about candida? Who should be concerned with this? Do you use tests to make the candida diagnosis?
With the increasing presence of refined flour and sugars in our food supply, chronic stress depleting our immune systems and the over-prescription of antibiotics and oral contraceptives (birth control pills), more and more people are susceptible to developing chronic Candidiasis. Candida is often implicated in many common health conditions such as Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, food allergies, constipation, Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Autism. Candida can also contribute to the development of acne, skin rashes, PMS, memory problems, and frequent urinary tract infections.
If I suspect Candida may be a problem for a patient, I often start with a "Candida Questionnaire" to discuss their symptoms and other health conditions. The presence of the yeast Candida albicans and others can be cultured for in stool and in a throat or vaginal swab. Anti-bodies to Candida can also be tested for in blood to identify and past or current overgrowth. While testing for Candida is not absolutely necessary, it is extremely helpful for me to track a patient's progress and helping me decide on a treatment regimen.
5.How do you keep up with the latest research?
To keep up on the latest research I subscribe to medical journals such as Alternative Medicine Review, complete continuing medical education exercises in the New England Journal of Medicine, and attend conferences such as the Integrative Medicine Conference. I am an avid reader and I try to read at least six scholarly books in the alternative medicine field per year in addition to any research I may do for workshops or classes that I teach.
6. What are your thoughts on some of the most recent studies being conducted concerning food allergies, intolerance, and sensitivities?
I am particularly interested in the field of Psycho-neuro-endocrine-immunology (PNEI) which looks at the communications between our brains, hormones, gut and immune system and how our bodies perceive the outside world (i.e. food). Dairy and wheat in particular create compounds called caseomorphins and gliadomorphins that can later brain function. I am interested to learn further how these compounds are implicated in conditions like anxiety, depression, Alzheimer's, dementia, Autism and ADHD to help me approach my patients with these health issues.
7. What is the most useful advice you have for people new to dietary restrictions due to food allergy, intolerance, and/or sensitivities?
My advice for those facing new food restrictions is to view it as an opportunity to heal and experience a level of wellness you may have never felt before, as well as try new foods. For practicality, it's best to have some "old standby" recipes for dishes you can bring to social events and holiday gatherings so that you can enjoy each occasion. Also become really familiar with your local restaurants that offer gluten-free, vegan, and other special menu items.
Dr. Tracy will be one of the guest speakers at the workshop series "Going Gluten Free" beginning on September 21, 2009 presented by Food Sensitivity Resources.


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Ricky Litchfield Good Dog Treats Chicken Flavour (450gr)
Chicken Flavoured Biscuit Treats from Ricky Litchfield, packaged in 450gr.
Good health dressed up as roast chicken biscuit treats. Contains Buchu* oil and powdered Green Rooibos. Our buchu oil has been scientifically researched and found to be effective as a natural anti-inflammatory agent.
- Promotes excellent hip, joint and bone health
- Promotes healthy skin and coat
- Aids in maintaining a healthy digestive system
- Promotes longevity and general well-being
- Contains Buchu & Green Rooibos – packed full of essential anti-oxidants
- A treat with the added health benefits of organic, locally grown Buchu & Green Rooibos
Ingredients: Wheat and whole wheat flour, plant fats, sugar, corn flour, wheat bran, vegetables, egg powder, oats, Green Rooibos extract, Buchu oil, nature identical flavourants, vitamins & minerals, teeth cleaning agent, approved antioxidants.
*Buchu is a Fynbos shrub that is indigenous to South Africa and has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine. The Buchu extract found in this range contains the potent bioflavonoids quercetin, rutin, hesperidin, diosmin as well as diosphenol and Vitamins A, B and E.
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Good Dog Treats Chicken Flavour (450gr) (RY)
- Brand: Ricky Litchfield
- Product Code: RY-DT-RC450
- Availability: 3
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"Fortune Brawling" by Hunter S. Jones and Jennifer Theriot is a very well written and entertaining short novel. The Fortune-series is about musician Dallas Fortune. In this book she gets into trouble (again) when a wild night with friends and groupies gets a little out of hand.
As you'd expect, drink and partying are involved, since this is the the music scene of Nashville Tennessee and features a few more southern states characters.
You can't help but laugh at the 'misfortunes', the banter, the complications and the honky tonk. The book takes a humorous approach and it's difficult not to get involved in the story and the characters as the events unfold.
A great story told with love for music and musicians, lighthearted and fun and some excellent characterisations make this a very enjoyable experience to treasure.
If you're wondering where all the fun has gone - in books or in your life - then read this. Well done to the authors for such a refreshing and entertaining delight.


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Timo is an Associate Professor at Twente University's Construction Management & Engineering Department. In his research and practical work he develops state of the art visualization and simulation technologies and integrates these technologies with the working processes of construction professionals. Timo believes that such a development and integration is only possible under consideration of both technical and social factors working in close collaboration with practitioners.
Timo received his Ph.D. from Stanford University where he was a student at the Center for Integrated Facility Management. He also received a Diploma in Civil Engineering and his Masters of Computational Mechanics from the Technical University Munich. His work has been published in Advanced Engineering Informatics, Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, Building Research and Information and ITCON. He is an assistant specialty editor for the Journal of Construction Engineering and Management and serves on the editorial board of the Open Construction & Building Technology Journal. Additionally, Timo is an active reviewer for a wide range of journals including Automation in Construction and Advanced Engineering Information.
In his career, Timo has worked in a variety of different practical and research fields, including design management, Finite Element software development and energy simulation of buildings. In particular, he, for example, worked with Parsons Brinckerhoff (USA), Turner Construction (USA), Max Boegl (Germany) and Zelan construction (Malaysia) on large construction projects such as the Fulton Street Transit Center project in New York City, the Sutter Medical Health Center in Sacramento, the Teluk Gong 720MW CCGT Panglima Power Plant in Malaysia, or the Doyle Drive Project in San Francisco.


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Unclaimed Christmas Eve Euromillions prizes
Last Updated: Tuesday 11th January 2011, 11:04 am
The special Christmas Eve Euromillions draw was a record breaking one, with twenty-five millionaires created in a single evening. Yet, despite the draw being so well publicised across the UK there are still unclaimed EuroMillions prizes for the Christmas Eve draw. Of the 25 Millionaire SuperRaffle prizes, two are still unclaimed, and there is another £388,000 lottery prize unclaimed from the same draw!
It's time to find these lost lottery winners, and the lottery tickets they hold. Each of the three prizes is a life-changing amount of money so here are all the details of each ticket in the hope that we can find these missing lottery winners and reunite them with their Euromillions prizes.
First up is a £1 million Euromillions SuperRaffle prize, from a lottery ticket in the Leeds area. The Millionaire Raffle number on the ticket is DGW560374 so if you buy lottery tickets in the Leeds area and this number is yours, contact the lottery now!
Next up, another Euromillions SuperRaffle prize, from a lottery ticket sold in the Watford & Gemel Hempstead area. This lottery ticket has the raffle number DGV087857 and if this is your ticket then you are £1 million richer.
The final ticket is from the main Christmas Eve Euromillions draw and matched five main balls and one lucky star. The lottery ticket was sold in the London Borough of Harrow so if you buy lottery tickets in this area, you need to check your tickets against the Christmas Eve Euromillions results right now!
These missing lottery tickets must be found, as soon as possible! If you want to ensure you don't end up on the unclaimed lottery prizes list then we recommend you buy your lottery tickets online!


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DJI Phantom 4's New and Existing Features For Optimum Fun
Having now reached the 4th generation of the Phantom DJI, it only makes sense to take a look at what is new with this quadcopter compared to it predecessors.
The most significant advancements are highlighted in the Phantom Infographic below, making it one of the best drones on the market for its price.
Key features include:
- Obstacle Avoidance
- Visual Tracking
- Extended Flight Time (25%)
- High quality camera (1080p at 120 FPS)
- Impressive 2.2 mile range
- Can travel at a speed of 20 Meters per second!


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Lose Weight and Get that Summer Bod!
When summertime sets in, it's the same time when people start planning to achieve their ideal summer bodies. These days however, not many are getting the motivation they need to meet their goals. But with the tips that are discussed in this article, you are sure going to discover more how to lose weight fast.
Tip number 1. Write your goals – your goals have to be timed and also, be measurable. The best way of doing this is by writing it down on a piece of paper and share it with your family and friends. By doing this, you know that you have a support group who are always willing to help you and ensure that you are always motivated.
In addition to that, the goals have to be realistic so as to lessen your frustration along the way. It is essential to look find out what fits their schedule and what is doable.
Tip number 2. Incorporate a healthy diet and balanced lifestyle – there are many different factors why mental and physical fitness are affecting each. As a matter of fact, the way you do your diet plays a huge role if you will become successful or not. Eating a balanced diet can help you do so many things. So to give you an example, this helps in learning about the carbohydrates, calories and the likes that you have consumed in a day. There are lots of healthy foods that you can try actually from legumes, olives, dried fruits, bananas, nuts, wholegrain pasta and to name a few.
High fat dairy products are recommended which come in peas and carrots with organic unsalted butter or perhaps, potatoes with meatballs as well as sour cream topped with natural yogurt.
It is best to drink water but even a whole milk yogurt or full milkshake is going to be a good substitute. At least once every few weeks, you may want to try home baked cake or butter cookies. You can have a couple of granola bars or perhaps, sliced fruits during break at your work.
Tip number 3. Avoid greasy foods at night – when night time comes and you're about to sleep and get hungry, avoid carbohydrates and instead, eat protein with veggies. As you look back to our second tip, you are sure to learn more about your diet and also, your lifestyle. Basically, this makes you aware of what's happening to your body.
Literally, there are a lot more tips you can try to lose weight but in the end, it all comes down to your level of dedication and commitment.


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August 16, 2010
Your Excellencies the High Commissioners and Ambassadors;
Secretary (East);
Senior officers of Ministry of External Affairs and TCIL;
Members of the Media;
Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen;
It is my proud privilege to inaugurate the second phase of the Pan-African e-Network Project today in respect of 12 African countries - Botswana, Burundi, Cote D'Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Eritrea, Libya, Malawi, Mozambique, Somalia, Uganda and Zambia – along
with senior Ministers of these countries.
I had useful interactions with all the Ministers during which we not only exchanged views on the issues relating to the implementation of the Project but also on other aspects of our bilateral relations.
Friends, the Pan-African e-Network Project is one of the finest examples of the growing partnership between India and Africa. I understand that this is the biggest project of distance education and tele-medicine ever undertaken in Africa.
It is a matter of great pride for India to be the driving force for such an ambitious project, which is fully financed by the Government of India and has an approved budget allocation of Rs 540 crores (US$ 125 million).
Conceptualized on the vision of India's former president Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam of connecting India with all the fifty three (53) countries of the African Union with a satellite and fibre optic network for sharing India's expertise in education and health care,
the project is being implemented in 47 African countries, of which actual commissioning has been completed in 34 countries.
Under this Project we have made available the facilities and expertise of some of the best universities and super-specialty hospitals in India to the people of Africa. The project is also equipped to support e-governance, e-commerce, infotainment, resource
mapping and meteorological and other services in the African countries, besides providing VVIP connectivity among the Heads of State of the African countries through a highly secure closed satellite network.
I am happy to learn that more than 1700 students from several African countries have already registered with the Indian universities for the various courses being offered by them under the tele-education component of the Project.
Regular tele-medical consultations have also started between the African doctors and the Indian specialists through this network. Likewise, nearly 700 CME lectures have been held delivered by our doctors from the Indian Super Specialty hospitals.
Taking into account the enthusiastic and encouraging response from our African partners, we have decided to offer training at the regional level by conducting workshops in the tele-medicine and tele-education modules for the benefit of African participants
to facilitate better utilization of different aspects of this Project. I am confident that at the end, both sides would find themselves enriched through mutual exchanges and interactions.
It is a matter of deep satisfaction that the Pan-African e-Network Project has been conferred with 'The Hermes Prize for Innovation 2010' by the European Institute for Creative Studies and Innovation for its contribution in the field of sustainable development.
I would like to congratulate all the participating countries on this shared achievement.
I would also like to congratulate all the 47 countries which have joined this Project and especially the 12 countries represented by Your Excellencies where the second phase of the Project was formally inaugurated today.
I commend officials of the TCIL for the sincerity and dedication shown by them while implementing this gigantic project.
Thank you!
New Delhi
August 16, 2010
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Configuring NSX-V Syslog For vRealize Log Insight11 Jun 2015
I find myself with the need to configure Log Insight to manage an NSX-V installation. With how simple configuring the vSphere components with Log Insight it was a surprise to find the rather less simple steps needed for NSX-V.
There are three items of NSX-V which we want to capture syslogs from
- NSX Manager
- NSX Controllers
- NSX Edges
Rather strangely as they part of the same product suite each has a very different method for configuring.
NSX Manager
To configure NSX Manager syslog server connect to administration web console and select 'Manage Appliance Settings'.
Ensure General is selected in the left pane, then Edit 'Syslog Server' and enter IP address or FQDN of the Log Insight server on Port '514' and protocol UDP.
NSX Controllers
To configure NSX controllers syslog server you need to use a REST client, the following steps are done using Mozilla Firefox add-in 'RESTclient', but will be similar for all clients.
Within RESTclient click Authentication and select Basic Authentication, you will be prompted for username and password. This will be used by the client to connect to the controller as such enter credentials which have access to NSX Controllers.
The NSX Controller API we will be using takes data in XML format. To ensure data is processed correctly we add a Header stating our content type to our requests. Within RESTclient click 'Header' menu and click 'Custom Header' for the header give name 'Content-Type' and value 'application/xml'
We now need to GET the ID of the NSX Controllers, to do this we query 'NSX Manager' to get a list of 'NSX Controllers' it controls.
This returns data in XML format for ease of reading change to the 'Response Body (Preview)' you will see within the XML data the ID of your NSX Controllers take a note of all of these.
We now need to POST syslog configuration to each 'NSX Controller' via the 'NSX Manager' REST API.
With 'Request Body'
As REST is a part of HTTP then if all goes well you should get a Success 200.
Repeat POST the same 'Request Body' to 'NSX Manager' changing the {controller-id} value until you have posted to all your 'NSX Controllers'.
Once set you can query what 'NSX Controllers' by performing a GET rather than a POST.
NSX Edge Configuration
The NSX Edge's are nice and easy to configure, albeit via a different console.
Configure NSX Edge Gateway syslog using vCenter Networking & Security, navigate through to the Edge you want to report in. Change to 'Manage' tab and 'Configuration' menu, then Edit syslog and add the IP address of your Log Insight.
So that is it, three different parts of NSX and three different methods for configuring syslog, but now all your NSX components should send there syslog's to Log Insight for your viewing pleasure.


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It has to be said, week four has probably been the hardest week of Madeleine's challenge to stick to. We've not really managed to stay gluten free and probably haven't had the best of the best when it comes to meat, but I have been able to follow some of Madeleine's beat the bloat advice, by getting in some sauerkraut and liquorice tea.
Here's my round up of Week 4.
Summary of Week 4 – Beat the Bloat
Week 4 of Madeleine's Get the Glow challenge asks you to 'get acquainted with your gut'! I've only really started to realise quite how related the digestive system is to how well we feel. When your gut isn't at it's happiest, foods often aren't fully digested and will partially end up in your bloodstream, putting strain on the liver and increasing stress levels on your overall body. To help balance out our digestive system, Madeleine (and others) suggest reducing the amount of gluten we eat (such as white bread, pasta, couscous etc.) and increasing good bacteria levels, protein levels, and by drinking bone broth.
This week, I'd hoped to reduce our gluten in-take (which I'd probably say didn't happen thanks to the copious amounts of sourdough in the flat), increase our good bacteria levels (this I managed through sauerkraut), increase our protein (might have overdone the amount of eggs consumed! thanks to no oats in the flat and cooked breakies in Wales!) and soothed our stomachs (with liquorice and camomile tea).
Why have I found this week hard?
In terms of food and what we've been devouring, this has been a hard week to refrain from gluten and sugar, partly because Peter was away for a couple of nights at a conference which didn't really cater for 'Get the Glow'! and also because we were away this weekend in Snowdonia staying in a B&B, doing some tough walks. We had wanted to stop off at the supermarket before heading there to stock up on healthy snacks like bananas, dates and nuts, but the Friday morning traffic in Oxford got the better of us and so we were stuck with some not so great biscuits. By the end of the weekend, both of us could feel that we'd eaten too much processed stuff and couldn't wait to get home to a home-made lentil lasagne (Deliciously Ella).
Why Sauerkraut and Liquorice?
Fermented Foods
Fermented foods such as sauerkraut (which is fermented cabbage in salt and water) help to restore balance in our gut through their probiotic-rich nature and help us to digest and absorb our food. For the past week, Peter and I have quite enjoyed a couple of tablespoons of this strange concept with our breakfasts and also dinners. It went particularly well with this Borlotti and Runner Beans with Sage and Tomato dish.
According to this article in The Guardian…
Cabbage contains natural isothiocyanate compounds (such as sulforaphane), which have cancer-fighting properties. And as long as you choose the unpasteurised sort, sauerkraut is teeming with beneficial lactobacillus bacteria – more than is in live yoghurt – which increase the healthy flora in the intestinal tract. This helps the immune system fight infection, and aids digestion, hence sauerkraut's venerable reputation as a remedy for upset stomach and constipation.
The only problem with the jar I bought from Tesco on my lunch break the other day, was that it was pasteurised, which means a lot of the good bacteria may have already been taken away by the time I came along. But, I figure it's a good start until I can find the unpasteurised stuff or make it homemade with some Abel and Cole white cabbages.
This is also an interesting read.
Liquorice Root
I've always been a fan of liquorice… especially the Liquorice Allsorts kind (albeit I haven't touched these in a long while!)..but I've never tried liquorice root tea. It had never occurred to me to try this type of cuppa, being a big lover of PG Tips! But seeing as Madeleine suggested to try it, I thought 'oh what the hell'!
So why is the herb liquorice good for us? Well. Liquorice root has soothing properties which help to reduce inflammation and upset in our digestive systems helping to reduce the pain and discomfort. Scientists have found multiple healing substances within the root, including compounds called flavonoids and various plant estrogens (phytoestrogens). The herb contains glycyrrhizin, which is 50 times sweeter than sugar and which helps to prevent the breakdown of adrenal hormones such as cortisol (the body's primary stress-fighting adrenal hormone), making these hormones more available for us.
I've also found that it helps to combat my sweet tooth if I crave something like chocolate in the evening. There are downsides to liquorice, it can interact with some medications and may also cause heart palpitations if you have too much.
So what about week 5?
Week 5 is called 'Rest and Digest' and is all about reducing stress, eating mindfully and taking 'me' time. I'm very much looking forward to being conscious of chilling out, working out and being more mindful. Come back next week to see how I've got on!
Have you been doing Madeleine's challenge? How's it going?


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Influenster Sugar 'N Spice VoxBox 2013
This week I received my Sugar N' Spice VoxBox from Influenster. You may be wondering what I'm even talking about:) First of all, I am a member of an exclusive online community of invited trendsetters, social media mavens, and educated consumers who love to give their opinions of products and experiences. You can go here to check it out for yourself; if you would like to join, please let me know by leaving me a comment. It is free to join and the more you participate in reviews and tasks, the more you will be included in testing products….FULL SIZE PRODUCTS- for FREE!!!! I joined in January and I qualified for my first VoxBox in March, I think it's pretty cool. I love signing up for freebies and trying new products, also I feel like I am in the know about more products because of my interaction with Influenster. Now I'm going to show you what came in the box, give you a brief description from the makers of each product, price, and places to purchase!
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Vaseline Spray & Go Moisturizer Total Moisture- $7.99 for 6.5 oz. can; found at Target, Walmart, and Walgreens.
New Vaseline Spray & Go Moisturizer Total Moisture claims to be a continuous spray lotion that moisturizes and absorbs in seconds, and leaves skin feeling instantly soft–not sticky or greasy. Now you wont have to wait for your lotion to absorb before pulling on those skinny jeans!
*I am really impressed with this product and was most excited about trying this. I already use a spray sunblock everyday so I like the spray concept! I was hoping that I would like the smell and texture of this lotion;
I do. One of the selling points is that it absorbs quickly and isn't greasy; so you can put your skinny jeans on quick. Hahaha…that made me laugh when I read it:) I have never worried about my lotion seeping through my clothes and I do put lotion from head to toe everyday; I live in Idaho and the climate is very dry so I always feel thirsty and like to apply lots of lotion and chapstick throughout the day.
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Nectresse- $6.99 for 5.9 oz container, or $3.99; found at Fred Meyer, Albertson's, and Walmart.
Lo and behold, I was snooping around their website and I found FREE SAMPLES!!! If you would like to try Nectresse for yourself, go here.
Nectresse claims that their sweetener tastes like sugar but has zero calories per serving! Being, 100% all natural, Nectresse is made primarily from monk fruit combined with other natural sweeteners.
*To be completely honest, I haven't tried this yet, it is the one product I am hesitant to try. I have conjured two of my room-mates into doing a yogurt taste test between Nectresse and Stevia. I told them I would label the bottoms of the containers with what sweetener is used, but that I would have them tell me how they liked it or not and which one they thought was the best tasting. I am looking forward to doing that and have already bought the yogurt. I ask myself "why am I resistant to trying nectresse?", I really think it is just because I don't really sweeten any of my food outright with sugar or an artificial sweetener either, so I don't really have the opportunity to try it for one thing. The other thing is that I am skeptic about it being 100% natural, really natural….because it has a few other added sweeteners listed in the ingredients label. First is Erythritol (naturally found in melons and pears, body absorbs but can't break down so it is no calories-sugar alcohol), sugar (we all know what that is), monk fruit (member of the melon family, grown in Asia), and molasses. Now I can see that it's not all chemical or anything, but actually natural substances so I'm happy about that. While composing this post I decided to go ahead and try my plain Tillamook yogurt with the Nectresse and apricot jam (from my last summer batch-yum!). It was really good, I tasted it first just with the Nectresse on it before I added the jam. It seemed to blend into the yogurt well, making it sweet quickly upon a few stirs. It has a nice grainy texture similar to sugar. I think the Nectresse melted/blended better than regular sugar would alone. I added the jam and it was amazingly tasty!!! I want more now, which isn't entirely a bad thing because I haven't had the best appetite since I had surgery over a month ago. I'm pretty much letting myself eat anything that sounds good. Which has mostly been greek yogurt and diet ginger ale!! With a few occasional bagels and apples:) Anyhow, I will continue to use this and do a formal review. I should add that Influenster also sent me a little booklet with information and recipes for using Nectresse- wasn't that nice?? 🙂
(Photo taken from here.)
Dickinson's Original Witch Hazel Oil Controlling Toweletttes- $5.99 for a 20-count box; sold at: Albertsons, Drug Emporium, and Walmart.
Introducing Dickinson's Original Witch Hazel Oil Controlling Towelettes- With the claim to have a soothing blend of Witch Hazel and aloe on facial wipes. They are said to rejuvenate your skin by gently lifting dirt, oil and impurities from your pores while nourishing even the most sensitive skin. The result is said to be a clean, refreshed and blemish-free complexion even when you're out and about.
*I like the idea of this product, easy and convenient, but I already use a toner of apple cider vinegar and I'm happy with that. I will continue to try these and I would agree they are refreshing! I have given a few pouches to my girlfriends to try and tell me what they think. Influenster also gave me five coupons for $2 off of this product at most local drug stores! I'm assuming those are to give away or use. I am not convinced at this time if I will be buying this product in the future.
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Colgate Optic White Regimen- Toothpaste $2.99 4oz tube, Mouthwash $2.99 for 8oz bottle, and Toothbrush $2.99 per brush; sold at, Walmart and Albertson.
This voxbox didn't just come with one, but three colgate optic white products! The claim in this high impact formula is that when using these products together, that in five days you should see whiter appearance to your teeth (vs. brushing with an ordinary toothbrush alone).
*I lOVE this toothbrush!! I was holding out on buying a new one because I knew that the Colgate Optic White regimen was going to be coming in my voxbox soon. I liked that it has soft brissils and a large head. I like to get as much brushed as I can, and I like knowing that I'm getting every inch of my mouth covered. The toothpaste is good for a paste and my teeth fell super clean after brushing. The mouthwash is even BETTER…it has peroxide in it and it bubbles up and gets bacteria from all the corners of my mouth. My mouth deff feels clean and fresh!!! I am going to use it for a few more days to see if I notice a difference in color. 🙂
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belVita Breakfast Biscuits- $3.69 for a box of 5 packets of 4 biscuits; found at Albertsons and Walmart.
belVita Breakfast Biscuits say that they are made with delicious ingredients and carefully baked to release steady energy that lasts all morning. They are said to be a good source of Fiber and B-vitamins, contain no high fructose corn syrup, have 18-20 grams of whole grain per 50 gram serving and taste great- perfect for on-the-go!
*I tried the breakfast biscuits all ready, they were good. I'm not use to eating a snack with such high carbohydrates, but it tasted really good. I would probably only buy them if I had a coupon:)
Here is the video I did of my voxbox first impression:


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