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Bungalows in Ko Samui
First Bungalow Beach Resort
Greetings travelers. Located in the strategic place of Chaweng beach we found this excellent hotel-bungalow which, as its name suggests, was the first type of this accommodation on the island. Almost in the middle of the two beaches (Chaweng and Chaweng Noi) the hotel offers rooms from garden condos to beachside bungalows. It has a swimming pool, car rentals, wifi, beach bar, etc. In general all the amenities required by middle class tourists. You can arrange tours of the surrounding area and in less than 15 minutes walk to Chaweng shopping area. Room rates range from € 45 for an upper room in the hotel to 140 € for a beachfront bungalow. The easiest way to get there from Bangkok is by plane, it takes about 45 minutes to reach the island. If you are not rushed you can also travel by train or bus to Surat Thani Province, then get a ferry to the island. If requested you can have recogan take you to the hotel from the airport for about 10 € but if you don't do not worry because there are taxis, tuk tuks and buses that will take you. By the way, if prices do not convince you just go to neighboring accommodation, First House Hotel where we stayed it is right next door and you can stay in a double room for 10 euros.
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Phangan Beach Resort
The Phangan Beach Resort is owned by an english man who has been living for 20 years in Thailand, and it shows that he knows the hospitality business, because in the resort you feel very comfortable. The beach is private and there 20 bungalows in total, four of them are on the beach and the rest at the "enormous" distance of about ten meters. The wifi is free to customers, and the only thing that convinced me was the restaurant, which placed a meager rations so you had to order two dishes in case you did not want to stay hungry. Complete Thailand diving´s guide on http://www.vagamundos.net/2011/pagina.php?id=12008
Hotels in Ko Samui
Samui First House Resort
Greetings travelers. During our visit to Koh Samui we stayed in the Hotel First House in Chaweng. I am increasingly convinced that it is worth your while to look for hotels on your own. So far I had not been disappointed by hotels with rooms that cost between 8 and 10 Euros and the Hotel First House was no exception. The Fisrt House Hotel features a spacious reception and a large dining room on the roof as well as a fantastic swimming pool. Located on the beachfront, quite originally designed as a boat, is a boutique where you can find everything from food, clothing, massages, motorcycle rentals and tours. This is a complete hotel where you can stay for 10 Euros, including breakfast. This hotel also offers a shuttle service to the Port of Bang Rak for excursions to Koh Tao, where you can snorkel at Mango Bay, Koh Nangyuang and also to Maenam Beach where you can catch the boat to Koh Pangnan for the Full Moon Party. The rooms are very decent with all necessary accessories and most importantly, the rooms are very clean. I recommend this hotel for its proximity to the beach, its reasonable prices, amenities and cleanliness.
Hotels in Ko Samui
Napasai Hotel
On our honeymoon we stayed 3 days and it was a truly relaxing and exotic experience. It has a pool that has views of the sea which is incredible. The rooms are in Thai style and very big and clean. Highly recommended to rest or to have a starting point for various activities on the island. You also have a good chance to have a professional Thai massage. Meals at the hotel are spectacular. Delicious and of Very good quality. And actually they are not very expensive. And of course, if you go, you can not leave without trying a "Coconut Milk Sakhe" which is a kind of coconut smoothie that is so tasty.
Hotels in Ko Tao
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Greetings travellers! Koh Tao is an island that only opened to visitors very recently and even more recently diving enthusiasts began to arrive there. Today the choice of hotels is very wide and has there is accommodation for all budgets. Despite the progress that this island has suffered as far as tourism is concerned, in general, this island has been maintained well and hotels and resorts are as much as possible camouflaged in the surroundings. The vegetation and the sea are still the dominant factors on this island. In many coves and beaches Koh Tao offers cottage-style accommodation which you can find among the rocks or quite economical traditional accommodation. You can stay on this island for 200 baht, as in the case of Koh Tao Ban's Resort on Sairee Beach. Others like the Black Tip Dive Resort or Coral View Resort will provide accommodation for 400 baht. (1 euro = 40 baht approx.) However, if you do want more luxury there is the the Chalok Chintakiri Resort on Baan Kao Beach for 2400 baht (around 60 euros a night, depending on the season). Many of the hotels offer a discount if you book dive course with them ,and generally you can enjoy the island for only about 5 or 6 euros a day.
Guesthouses in Ko Tao
Captain Nemo Guesthouse
Captain Nemos is distinguished from other inns and hostels in Koh Tao by a touch of quality, good taste in the rooms, but it's no big deal. My room had no window, only a small one in the bathroom, but the quality bedding, towels without holes, the bathroom spotless and well decorated. The rooms do not face the street, making it a quiet and pleasant. There is a bar on the ground floor, but it closes at 10pm. Complete guide to diving in Thailand in http://www.vagamundos.net/2011/pagina.php?id=12008
Hotels in Ko Tao
Ban`s Resort
Ban's is the largest resort on Koh Tao, is inviting and does not look like a macro resort, because it is built on the slope of a hill, which goes from the beach to about 100 m, where the Hilltop Suite is, and is divided by the main road that runs parallel to the beach. Accommodation prices vary. if you get certified in scuba, snorkel with them or not, and the types of accommodation are: • Pool View • Deluxe Garden View • Garden View • Family Suite Garden View • View • Deluxe Bungalow Hilltop Hilltop View • Suite Hilltop View I had a Pool View room, nice natural light, no noise because it was on the second floor, and a 2 minute walk from the dive center. With fan the price goes from 5 € / night in low season to 100 € for a suite Hilltop View have 2 huge pools and beach restaurant very popular bar, which is filled every night with stories and music diving Complete Guide Live in Thailand diving http://www.vagamundos.net/2011/pagina.php?id=12008
Hotels in Ko Tao
Sunshine Dive Resort
In beautiful Koh Tao there are about 50 different diving centers, and it really has become one of the leading places in the world to get certified in SCUBA diving. The dive center is fun and Sairee Beach, where the dive center Sunshine brother, Ban's, but I decided to stay in the Sunshine Dive Resort, which can be found in a pretty bay on the southern part of the island, because it is quieter and personalized. There are several Spanish divemasters and instructors, so that whether you are diving as certify you, you'll have a partner in your language. Complete guide to diving in Thailand in http://www.vagamundos.net/2011/pagina.php?id=12008
Hotels in Ko Tao
Koh Tao Resort
The Koh Tao resort is in the small Chalok Baan Kao Bay and was one of the first resorts on Koh Tao. It is still one of the best as it is on the edge of the beach and has 2 pools, one for guests, and the other in the restaurant bar area you can use if only you take a drink. The accommodation includes bungalows on the beach or on a small hill with lovely views over the bay. Complete guide to diving in Thailand in http://www.vagamundos.net/2011/pagina.php?id=12008
Hotels in Ko Tao
Budha View Resort
The Buddha view is one of the most popular options to obtain the Tao Koth certification, not just as an Advanced Open Water diver, but also as a dive master or instructor. This is a PADI IDC center, the largest diving organization in the world. This means that they have an IDC Instructor Development Centre, and at the Buddha, there are a few Spanish instructors getting their degrees or dive master. The complete guide to diving in Thailand is at http://www.vagamundos.net/2011/pagina.php?id=12008
Hotels in Ko Samui
Chor Chang Resort
Greetings travelers! On the island of Koh Samui, going north from the airport, is a small resort near the beach of Choeng Mon. It has rooms and villas with a mix of modern and traditional styles, for individual travelers or up to 4 bedrooms. A restaurant, air conditioning, swimming pool, satellite TV, wifi, minibar, safe, etc.. are some of the amenities of this establishment. Accommodation prices depend on the season, they range from 1800 baht (€ 40 approx) for a double room, 9000 baht (€ 210 approx) for 4-bedroom villas. Its location is excellent being close to the airport, places like Chaweng, Lamai, Maenam or temples like Wat Khao Laem and Hua Jook Pagoda. It is also very close to the Port of Bang Rak from where there are excursions to Koh Tao, Koh Koh Nangyuan or Phangnan and Big Buddha. It doesn't usually appear in guidebooks so I've left the web address so you can contact if interested.
Resorts in Ko Samui
Bhundhari Spa Resort & Villas Samui
When returning from the Buddha, I went to Chaweng Beach, stopping at places that seemed interesting. High on a hill, I saw a deserted beach and decided to check it out. The beach was privately owned by a hotel, Bhundhari Spa Resort. It's a high-priced luxury resort, prohibitively priced by Thai standards. I was impressed by the quality of the hotel and its prime location, and spent a few hours on the beach.
Resorts in Ko Tao
Sensi Paradise Beach Resort
For those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of every corner of the island Koh Tao, this wonderful resort is spacious with huge terraces, fine materials, and is the perfect place, with the cleanest and most beautiful beach, a fantastic staff and facilities that are of 5-star category which will make you forget that you are in the middle of a jungle. I recommend the beachfront restaurant which served a delicious breakfast buffet.
Hotels in Ko Pha Ngan
Santhiya Koh Phangan Resort & Spa
The Santhiya Resort & Spa (Ko Pha Ngan, Surat Thani, Thailand) has 76 rooms with a five star rating. Each room has air conditioning, bathrobes, a desk, hairdryer, safe, room service and television. Reception is open 24 hours and there are also shops, a coffee shop, bar, laundry service, meeting facilities and a restaurant. Guests can enjoy sporting or leisure activities such as massage, a kids swimming pool, jacuzzi, gym, sauna and spa.
Hotels in Ko Samui
Resort Nangyuan Island
There are many reasons to stay at this hotel on the island of Nangyuan: the wonderful surroundings, the proximity to one of the best beaches, the clean air unpolluted by cars, the great price, and the wonderful service. There are different types of bungalow on offer, from the simplest to the most luxurious, but the truth is that the real treat is the environment. You can also opt for a double bungalow where you can stay with family or friends. All have bathrooms inside, fan or air conditioning (depending on the category) tv and one thing in common, good, clean and friendly service that will try to answer all your questions about the area. Another important plus point is the restaurant, which offers a variety of dishes at good prices. The hotel also offers discounts if you decide to do a diving course. There are courses for several levels, at surprisingly low prices.
Hotels in Ko Samui
Banburee Resort and Spa
Banburee Resort and Spa is centrally situated in Laem Set Beach Samui Island in Suratthani Province, Thailand. The ocean is in front of the property with mountainous terrain near the waterfall Namuand. The hotel has an outdoor community pool, spa, and sauna. The rooms have private bathrooms, satellite TV, as well as a minibar. Hope to see you soon!
Hotels in Ko Samui
Lawana Resort Hotel
On a hot and sunny day, I went to the terrace above the restaurant that overlooks the sea. The color of the water was deep blue and turquoise. What a wonderful view - the people lying on the beach or playing in the water. Frangipani blossoms fell to the ground only to be collected by the charming girls of the staff who put them in their hair. Tropical birds could be heard if not seen. A true paradise. A dream? No...I'm lucky enough to work here as manager, and I want to share it with as many people as I can.
Hotels in Surat Thani
Buri Rasa Village Hotel
This is a typical vacation hotel in the town of Surat Thani, in Tahilandia. The hotel has a prime location, close to attractions in the area, and close to their beaches. The Junior Suite rooms are warmly decorated with pastel colors and a very good natural lighting.
Hotels in Ko Samui
Lawana Resort
I spent more than a decade on one of the most beautiful islands in Southeast Asia before getting a job managing an idyllic 3-star beach resort, the Lawana Resort. Each bungalow is equipped with all you'll need for your dream holiday. After spending some time working as a guide, I realized that places like Lawana were never recommend to European travelers - instead, they were encouraged to go to the expensive 4 or 5 star hotels, where the welcome can be a bit on the cold side. Lawana will make you feel at home, and the rates are great. If you have any questions, ask me!
Hotels in Ko Pha Ngan
Pariya Haad Yuan Hotel
The Paria Haad Yuan is situated in Phangnga and is a typical superior 4-star hotel. The rooms are arranged bungalow style surrounded by unparalleled tropical nature. Among the facilities that stand out its great restaurant and bar, as well as fully equipped spa and internet access throughout the hotel.
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TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - Sept. 10, 2014) - GuestLogix Inc. (TSX:GXI), the leading global provider of ancillary-focused merchandising, payment and business intelligence technology to airlines and the passenger travel industry, today commented on Apple's decision to include "Apple Pay(1)" Near Field Communication (NFC) payments as a new feature of its iOS platform, iPhone 6 and 6 Plus as well as its new Apple Watch. NFC - a technology that allows payments to be made via enabled smartphones and mobile devices that are tapped or brought into close proximity to POS terminals - has been around for several years, but has failed to gain traction in the market. GuestLogix implemented its first NFC-ready devices in Q3 2012 and is fully prepared to support the increased popularity of NFC payments following Apple's announcement, having already deployed its NFC-compatible mobile POS technology across several airline, rail and airport lounge operators.
"We are very excited about the impact that Apple's decision to accept NFC will have on the payment landscape and consumer purchasing habits," said Brett Proud, President & CEO, GuestLogix. "Apple's support of NFC technology will surely act as a catalyst to drive NFC payments in North America and beyond, leading to increased usage across all operating systems - iOS, Android and Windows - all of which are supported by our PCI-compliant technology. In addition to supporting existing NFC payment technologies on our mobile POS platform, GuestLogix looks forward to supporting NFC payments via Apple Pay once this payment method is made available."
GuestLogix' NFC-ready technology is currently deployed across multiple global customers who have been anticipating increased adoption of NFC payments. Smartphones and tablets operating on the Android and Windows version platforms are already enabling NFC transactions, and the acceptance of NFC payments via mobile devices running on the iOS platform is a welcome addition. GuestLogix is eager for Apple to drive industry adoption and contribute to an increased number of NFC transactions across all mobile operating systems, benefitting the Company and its customers that accept this payment method, along with participating retailers and consumers worldwide.
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Panthers GM Dale Tallon answered the Sun Sentinel's question as to what percent he's leading toward keeping the overall No. 1 draft pick before Friday's 7 p.m. start of the NHL Entry Draft and he said, "70 percent."
Bluff or reality? Tallon said he's had several offers from teams regarding the top pick which most NHL pundits believe will be NHL-ready defenseman Aaron Ekblad, including two intriguing offers - one, "very intriguing.''
Tallon said if he trades the pick it won't be until about 6 p.m. on Friday. Twelve of the top prospects met with the media today at the National Constitution Center in downtown Philadelphia.
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From the beginning of the Guild, one of its important functions has been to promote good music for the carillon. In the earliest years, music was sometimes shared via hand-copied manuscripts; but soon Guild members began using early copying technologies to share their work through free distribution at Congresses. Eventually the Guild began a music publication service, which has evolved over recent decades to include the wide range of music and music-related material which can be found in these pages.
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The catalog lists music which has been published by the Guild and is currently available for sale. Open it from the menu at left to find information on how to read the catalog, how to order from it, and what it contains. Composers and arrangers may submit music for possible publication through the Guild via this catalog.
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The Villas is a majestic development by the front runner real estate developer Emaar MGF in the ever growing city of Gurgaon. This residential township is a perfect paradigm of experience and knowledge of the elite builders Emaar MGF who has mastered the development of 89 million sq. ft. of land. The Emaar MGF is a joint venture of Emaar properties Dubai and MGF Development Limited India. Emaar MGF is known to give shape to the creative imagination with its exclusive architectural designs and offering splendid life style to its residents.
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The residency is located in sector 25 of Gurgaon which is considered to be the most hot and busiest location of the city. This location offers an easy connectivity with the other parts of the city including the major shopping areas, entertainment clubs, metro station, corporate offices etc. These studio apartments at The Villa offer an exclusive place to live in with quite a sanctuary and exhilaration of the city.
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Owning a home is a dream of every individual and owing a studio apartment in Gurgaon is an affluent dream comes true. This affluence with elegance is shown in the studio apartments by The Vilas which offers all the leisurely amenities which include spa facility with lounge; treatment rooms with shower, changing rooms, steam and sauna; health club facilities including fully equipped unisex gym with Jacuzzi and fitted cable televisions and dance & aerobics studios; sports facility with tennis and badminton courts, swimming pools, baby splash, 24 hour running filter, shower and changing rooms; clubs with lounges, billiards/pool room, card room, cigar lounge, multi-purpose hall, party lounges, with bar, restaurants and cafes; Kids crèche, playing area for kids with swings and mini club Cineplex.
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December. As well as being the (politically correct) Holiday Season, it's also the season of endless partying.
I've got nothing against partying. In fact, I do enjoy the odd party now and again but when it comes to partying around this time of the year, I'd rather stay at home and keep as warm as I can.
Here's a couple of reasons:
1. The weather
Cold, icy, frosty and snowy weather isn't actually party-friendly weather. Whatever destination you're headed to, it's normally not worth risking life and limb to get to. The summer was made for partying, not late December.
2. The people
Nothing wrong with people in general. It's just the ones you do your utmost to avoid at work seem to be the ones that you end up being stuck with whenever the party/dinner/drinks come along.
3. The food
Being Malaysian, this particular item would naturally come way at the top of any party. Unfortunately, around these parts, it's more of an afterthought. And, if you're like me and more often than not would have to opt for the vegetarian option then, things get even worse on the food front. The vegetarian fare at Xmas parties normally consist of some spare roasted spuds, mashed carrots, boiled garlic cloves or some sloppy pasta, straight out of the can.
4. The tux
Now this might not apply to everyone particularly the girls but year on year, I cringe at reading 'Black Tie' written on the Xmas party invite. OK, I completely understand when the ladies go through all the effort of getting their hair done, their tan on and their bodily hair waxed off. In the end, they actually look better. Well, most of them. For the dudes though, the same doesn't apply. Yes, we don't fork out as much but the fact remains that guys spend a load of money just to look like they belong on the set of Happy Feet (or even worse, a horrible parody of 007 himself - yes, I'm talking to you dude in the white velvet tux).
I hope I'll remember this lengthy note-to-self to remind me whenever I feel the need to blend-in and sign-up for next year's round of parties.
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Financing your first car
Ideally, you would be able to pay for your car up front. One simple payment of the price of the car with no need to work out the best finance options, repayment plans or interest rates. This isn't a realistic option for everyone though, so you might be looking for alternatives.
Below are the most common financing options, terms you should know as well as some advice on how to keep your costs down.
What are my options?
We can split your financing choices into two groups
- Independent loans – borrow money from a lender, normally a bank, pay for the car and pay back the loan.
- Dealer agreements – work out an arrangement with the seller, normally hiring the car and paying off the cost
1. Independent loans
Personal loan
You borrow the money you need to buy the car outright and arrange a repayment schedule with the lender, normally a high street bank. You can choose to secure your loan against an asset, usually your house or, if you don't want to risk losing your possessions, you can choose an unsecured loan and any late or missed payments will incur a late fee.
- Easy to organise – you can organise your loan easily on line or in almost any branch of a bank.
- Fixed repayments – you will arrange the length of your loan and your monthly repayments when you apply, so it is easy to budget.
- Early settlement charge – you may have to pay more if you decide to pay off your loan early.
- Higher APR – your repayments may well be higher than if you used some dealer finance options
- Delay in receiving your money – lenders can take time putting the money into your account
You can take a loan out to cover the entire cost of the car, but you don't need to. This type of agreement is run separately from the dealer, so you can borrow as little or as much as you need.
2. Dealer agreements
Personal hire purchase (PHP)
Hire purchase allows you to lease the car and pay for your car in instalments over 1-5 years. You will usually need to put down a deposit but you can drive away in your new car. The loan is secured against the car so it isn't technically yours until the last payment is made.
- Quick and easy to arrange – this is a contract with the dealer so you can arrange your hire purchase when you buy the car
- Flexible repayments (1-5 years) – the monthly instalments will be affected by the length of the agreement
- Low deposit – you can normally pay as little as 10% up front but this will vary from dealer to dealer
- Fixed interest rates – the interest rate is agreed at the start so you know how much each payment will be for the length of the term
- You don't own the car until the final payment – the car is not actually yours, you are only leasing it until you have paid off your loan.
Your monthly payments will be higher the shorter the term and the smaller your deposit so make sure you agree a schedule that you can afford. Be aware that until you have paid off a third of the total amount, the dealer can repossess your car without a court order. This is unlikely to happen but be sure to note the date in your agreement.
The APR on hire purchase is normally very competitive for new cars but can be more expensive on second hand models. Make sure you shop around before committing to the dealer.
You may also be offered a Balloon Hire Purchase. You pay a deposit at the start of the agreement as well as a 'balloon' payment at the end that are deducted from your payments across the length of the agreement.
Personal leasing/Personal car Hire (PCH)
Many dealers will actually lease or hire cars rather than selling them. At the end of the term you just return the car to the dealer and trade for a new one. The cost will be the same as the depreciation of the car over the term of your lease.
- Flexible payment terms – you can choose the length of the lease
- Free servicing – most lease agreements will include free servicing
- Large deposit – you will have to pay a deposit, normally about 3 months rental
- Driving limitations – most lease agreements will come with restrictions on how far you can drive your car each month - If you exceed this amount you may have to pay extra or even lose the car
- You never own the car – this is simply a long term hire car. You are not actually buying your car so you can't modify or sell it
The balloon payment system works for personal leasing agreements. At the end of your lease you may be able to pay off the remaining value of the car and own the vehicle outright.
What should I look out for?
As you compare car financing there are a few key things to do before you make your decision:
- Make sure you can afford the payments – no matter what financing scheme you use, if you start missing payments you will either have to pay the fees or worse, lose your car
- Compare total cost of borrowing – small monthly payments may seem attractive but they can quickly add up. Make sure you know the total costs over the term.
- Look out for other charges – there can be lots of extra charges within any loan or hire. Make sure you read the small print and factor in the hidden costs
- Shop around – make sure you find the right deal for you. There are so many lenders and dealers that you can afford to shop around.
What are interest rates?
The interest rate is the cost of borrowing money. The actual rate will differ from each loan and lender. For example, if you took a loan of £2000 for the period of one year and the interest rate was 5%, you would pay £100 on the interest rate. This is because you are paying back 5% (£100) on top the loaned amount, £2000.
What is APR and how is it calculated?
APR stands for Annual Percentage Rate of charge. The APR is calculated by taking into account the overall cost of everything, this includes the interest rates and the agreed upfront costs. Legally the lender has to tell you the APR before you sign for the loan.
What is a deposit?
A deposit is an upfront payment you have when you sign a finance deal with a dealer. The size of the deposit depends on the dealer but will normally be a percentage of the total cost. Usually, the higher the price of the deposit, the lower the monthly payments will be.
What is collateral?
Collateral is the asset or assets that you use to secure a loan. For car finance, the collateral could be the car itself, meaning that if the borrower fails to make payment back to the lender, the car could become the property of the lender. The higher the value of the collateral, the lower the risk to the borrower.
These tips should help unravel the confusing world of financing your first car. Remember to make sure you know what you are paying for and how much it will cost. If you're still looking for your first car, have read through our car buying advice where we have step-by-step guides on what to check before buying a car as well as tips on maintenance and first car insurance.


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Tuesday, November 29, 2011
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on unsuspecting heads
written before about why they exist. The staircase to the third floor is indoors. I don't envy those who have to navigate these daily with packages, babies and other items in their arms. They are quite steep and despite anyone's best efforts, snow and ice accumulate. But such are the challenges of our climate and our city!
Saturday, November 26, 2011
The Spoon Man
The Spoon Man, a photo by susanvg on Flickr.
At this time of year, he faces the Ogilvy's Christmas window - a long-standing tradition. It is full of animated Steiff animals - a whimsical scene. You can learn more about the history of the window here.
and more here.
link to YouTube video that shows them in action along with Spoonman.
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Night Lighting
Night Lighting, a photo by susanvg on Flickr.
Recently it was in the news as the borough was looking at cutting the adult division of the library to save money. It got a last minute reprieve, but citizens of the area are working to ensure it stays open.
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Gamba Head of Young Charles I
Gamba Head of Young Charles I, a photo by susanvg on Flickr.
More and more has been written lately about music being so essential to life. In fact, in one article I read it said that music may have come before speech. I know, for me, music has played many roles in my life. I have gone to music for solace, for joy, for relaxation, for stimulation and it has never disappointed me.
Musicians (other than those few pop stars) have a tough time. Instruments like this are very expensive to buy and expensive to keep. While sports figures get sponsors, advertising contracts to pay for their equipment, musicians are self-financed and their earnings are nothing like what a sports player earns.
I would hate to see Charles wear a company scarf to advertise a sponsor, but there has to be a way to make it possible for more musicians to have fine instruments. I had a chance to hear this viole played and it has a beautiful rich sound.
Shakespeare said, " Is it not strange that sheep's guts should hale souls out of men's bodies?"
This viola da gamba will speak for its players, communicating in ways mere words could never express.
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Noël. Theo is not as musically inclined. While Noël usually comes to play audience, Theo and Yuki remain aloof. After a few years, they no longer run away when I arrive. They sit, each on their favourite chair and tolerate my presence.
Five years ago, Yuki, pregnant and quite bedraggled, came from the SPCA to my friend. Since her kittens were born she has turned into quite a beauty - very regal and conscious of her place in cat society. Noël is one of her offspring.
Yet again, they kept their distance while we played music. Noël came and checked out our rehearsal. When we play in a student recital next month, I will be picturing Noël as my audience to help allay performance fears. He has never complained yet about my playing.
Christmas Cactus in November
Christmas Cactus in November, a photo by susanvg on Flickr.
They nourish my soul as I revel in their quirky shapes and bright colours. I particularly love it when plants re-flower. It's like winning an award for keeping them. But each year I get seduced by yet another flowering plant. Not a big price to pay to chase away the November blues. Who knows which one it will be this year...
Thursday, November 17, 2011
A Surprise Visitor
A Surprise Visitor, a photo by susanvg on Flickr.
The Internet - the pot of gold
The Internet - the pot of gold, a photo by susanvg on Flickr.
Not so many years ago we simply didn't have access to the information, the virtual relationships, the virtual conferences, the many ways of connecting and learning. My computer really leads to the pot of gold.
The Global Education Conference is taking place this week. I managed to participate in a few sessions. It is amazing what I can access from my home at no cost - a pot of golden ideas, and gems to ponder and share.
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Near Beaver Lake
Near Beaver Lake, a photo by susanvg on Flickr.
It sparkles at night. There is something special about walking at night. We could hear sounds - the ducks quacking, the swoosh of their wings as they took flight, but could only see shadows.
Our "mountain" offers something for everyone - even the solitude of an evening stroll.
November - that month when all turns grey. I sometimes feel we are all being pulled into a vortex of shorter and shorter days and more darkness. I fight November blahs each year - trying to focus on positives.
Photography pulls me outside to notice all the beauty - even as the world around me goes dormant. I find even when I don't have my camera handy, or can't get to it while I drive, I notice so much more. What some people call a dull drive turns interesting as I imagine the photographs I could have taken.
Walking, we passed a house with many bird houses. The woman there told us she decorates for the birds, placing berry laden branches around so they will have sustenance on cold days.
I'm always intrigued by the milkweed, gone to seed - each pod a delicate sculpture. And I think of the butterflies that may find their start on the plants that grow next spring from these seeds.
And always the geese, whose haunting cries fill the air as they gather in ever larger flocks flying south. Nature exhibits such strength and resilience. It sets my mind wondering about so many things.
Photography makes me look, it makes me see in new ways and it makes me appreciate the many things around me. It opens my eyes.
Monday, November 14, 2011
Barn in the Evening
Barn in the Evening, a photo by susanvg on Flickr.
You can look up the golden hour here.
Early Morning
Early Morning, a photo by susanvg on Flickr.
The clocks have changed with the sun coming up earlier in the morning, but setting too early in the evening. I'm preparing for winter. I rose early to get the first appointment at the garage to have my snow tires put on my car. No snow in the forecast, but I'm treating this like an umbrella. If you have an umbrella with you, it doesn't seem to rain. Maybe my snow tires will stave off the snow ;-)
Monday, November 7, 2011
Drying Up
These feathery grasses drop their dried up seeds to wait out the winter. Promises for a new season.
Each day more flocks of geese fly over, their constantly honking calling to others to join them. I wonder how long geese live and how many trips like this they take.
The sun sinks down and we head home. A chill is in the air as the darkness settles in.
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Long Horn Cattle
Long Horn Cattle, a photo by susanvg on Flickr.
We started to hear the sound of geese and soon flock after flock flew over on their journey south. The setting sun caught their underbellies, painting them gold. I thrill at their sound, watching in awe at the thought of the distance they will travel and how they find their way back and forth each year.
Night time temperatures drop below freezing. Autumn is waning.
Saturday, November 5, 2011
A Burst of Seeds
A Burst of Seeds, a photo by susanvg on Flickr.
Reflections in a pond - it is easy to imagine another world at the bottom with the Lady of the Lake living there.
A few late leaves cling to the branches, though most of the trees are bare. They shimmer with the gold of the low lying sun.
Dead trees lie on the forest floor. Fungus takes hold helping to break down the old wood to bring new life.
Designer Potatoes
Designer Potatoes, a photo by susanvg on Flickr.
Friday, November 4, 2011
The Changing Colours
The Changing Colours, a photo by susanvg on Flickr.
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ACT Policing arrested a 39-year-old Latham man overnight after an incident where he abandoned his car, ran into a suburban backyard and violently resisted arrest.
Around 9pm yesterday (Tuesday, November 13), Belconnen General Duties members were on mobile patrol when they received a RAPID (Recognition and Analysis of Plates Identified) alert on a white Mitsubishi ute driving along Southern Cross Drive in Latham. The vehicle was found to be unregistered and a traffic stop was conducted on it in Scullin.
The male driver abandoned the car, ran from police and a short foot pursuit ensued. Police found the man hiding in a backyard of a nearby house and attempted to place him in custody. However, the man resisted violently, striking out at the officer and punching the constable multiple times.
The constable received treatment for cuts and abrasions at the scene by ACT Ambulance Service.
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See why this Vice writer admits to being obsessed with K-dramas
As the Hallyu wave continues to wash over the world, the K-drama fandom continues to grow, which means that more and more attention is being given to the reasons why those who are exposed can't help but become addicted. Recently, a writer at Vice admitted to her K-drama addiction. She talked to DramaFever about the phenomenon, and here's what she had to report.
Her main points included the following:
1. K-dramas are appealing despite, and possibly because of, their chaste plots and characters.
2. The assumption that Americans don't want to read subtitles is wrong.
3. The K-drama fandom is very diverse, crossing typical race, age, and gender lines.
4. The universal themes in K-dramas are relatable to all people, not just Koreans.
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Bletchley Park Enigma code hut to be restored
One of the first huts to house the Enigma code breaking device at Bletchley Park is to be restored.
Huts 11 and 11A at the Buckinghamshire museum were the first to house the large electro-mechanical Bombe devices, which decrypted German military messages during World War II.
The Bletchley Park Trust now wants to raise £250,000 to return Hut 11A to its original state.
The restored hut will become the home to the museum's rebuilt Bombe machine.
Bletchley Park was the wartime home of the Government Code and Cypher School which broke the codes generated by the German Enigma machine, using the Bombe.
The Enigma machine was used by the German navy, air force and army to send encrypted messages.
Although huts 11 and 11A housed the first of the Bombes, by the end of the war there were about 200 housed in various locations used for breaking German code.
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The Bombe was developed by a team including mathematician Alan Turing, which enabled cryptographers to decode more than 3,000 German messages in a day.
Some historians believe the work done at the site may have shortened the war by up to two years.
The money being sought is in addition to the £2.7m raised to unlock a £5m Heritage Lottery Fund grant to restore other museum buildings.
It took 10 years and about 60 volunteers to rebuild a replica of the Bombe, piece-by-piece, which opened as a visitor attraction in 2007.
It is currently housed in Block B alongside the Enigma and Turing Exhibitions but its popularity means a bigger home is needed ahead of the park's relaunch in 2014.
After World War II, Hut 11A was used for various purposes by a number of organisations and was changed and refurnished over the years.
The aim of the restoration project is to return it to its original layout and design.
Iain Standen, CEO of the Bletchley Park Trust, said: "As our visitor numbers continue to soar, the museum needs to grow to accommodate them.
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Purple Day was started in 2008 by a nine-year-old in Canada by the name of Cassidy Megan. This is a day that those with Epilepsy and those who support us come together and spread awareness. This day is observed globally each year on March 26th to show support for our fellow warriors. While Epilepsy can be a wild ride and sometimes intimidating, know that you are not alone. Here is a a little reflection of my journey with Epilepsy and with a quick search of #PurpleTogether, you can find other inspirational stories about those who travel a very similar road.
Th Beginning of a Journey
I was 19-years-old when I was first diagnosed with Epilepsy, which was six years ago this year. I was a performer with InProv Winter guard, switching into a new college, violist for New Bedford Youth Symphony, and heading out with friends every weekend without a care in the world. Then out of left field, all of that changed – worst part is, I cannot even remember what happened.
Last memory of that day prior was going to a cookout with my friends from InProv and taking a quick stop at Target – next thing I remember, I am in a hospital bed with my friends' staring horrified and my father just arriving. I had no idea what hospital I was in, what time or day it was, why I was there, could not recall names, and slowly I began to panic.
When I was finally proved to be alert and oriented, the doctor came in to explained what happened. My friends then started stating what they witnessed and at that moment everything was a daze. I remember my dad's face turning pale, my friends' were still in shock – now what? I was told I had a seizure in my friend's car, while she was driving. She immediately pulled over and called 9-1-1 and luckily a nurse pulled over to aid me and them through my first seizure. I had blood coming from my nose, convulsing uncontrollably, completely unconscious, and let out a scream before the event took place. My tongue was currently swollen, I could not remember even getting back into the car and at least an hour or two had passed and I do not remember anything since being inside of Target, which was 20-30 minutes before the seizure. My behavior was fine, I acted normal, then suddenly I screamed and everything took place. The doctor stated I experienced a grand mal/Tonic-clonic seizure. Then quickly reassured me that it was probably a fluke…at least so he thought.
I continued life as normal, of course my parents were quite hesitant. Both my brothers had seizures, although only in early childhood. I grew up around having to help my parents care for them and the painful wait for paramedics. I was already well aware of this life, but their seizures were not like mine – and that was concerning; this normality became unfamiliar. Then about a month later, it happened again.
I was in the bathroom, last I remember I had just entered the bathroom. I was told I let out this scream that you could not ignore. The dogs started going crazy and my parents began trying to unlock the door. I bet you could guess what happened; I was seizing in the shower. My dad worked on the door while my mom called 9-1-1; they had no extent of my injuries or if I was submerged in water. Paramedics arrived and my dad went with them and yet again, my next memory is waking up in the hospital – but it was different. I did not feel like I was all there. I was way more groggy and confused. I remember my dad pleading with the nurse to not leave me alone as she sent me for a urine sample. I asked her if I should leave the door open, to which she stated I did not have to – I would not have another seizure. 19-year-old me who was desperately grasping for independence shut and locked that door because of that RN told me. Well, guess who again let out that scream in a locked bathroom? Guess how many security guards came to knock that door down? Guess who then got placed in a medical induced coma?
(Once I woke up from my slumber)
A bit over 12 hours later, I finally woke up to my friends and parents surrounding me. I guess they have been there a while, they all took a deep breath in to see me open my eyes. I was convinced it was still the previous day, my dad opened the windows and everyone kept telling me it was a new day. My dad told me what happened in the ER after I went to the bathroom. He was upset and angry, he knew as soon as a code was called, it was for me. I just sat there, staring at my hands and the wires thinking, this is now my life. This was not going away, this was not a fluke – this is now my life.
The Sun still Shines
For quite some time, it felt like Epilepsy did nothing but slow me down. My memory has worsened over the years, I can not work as much as I would like, I interfered with my children's sense of security, I almost lost my own life, and I am no longer graduating with my peers. But in the grand scheme, things were not all that bad. For every negative, there is a positive – you just have to look for it.
Met my wonderful Partner – His name is Adam. He looked passed my diagnosis, accepted the fact I was a single mother trucking through school and working a basic job. When the seizures came, he stood by me and took us in as well as his family, just so I could rest even if my stubbornness fought hard against that. He reminds me that I am only human, that I am still like anyone else. For someone with Epilepsy, sometimes that is exactly what we need to hear. We are people too. Even with my waning memory, he is patient with me and even aids me. He is a reminder that I am safe and I am not alone. When my medication side affects decide to take over, and I will never forget this, he held me. He reminded me this is not me and he knows that. He reminded me that no matter what, we will get through this and we will get me. For the first time, someone understood. He understood. I will never let that memory fade.
Friendships Grow – I have made some wonderful friends through Epilepsy – whether it was through support groups or becoming close to those around me already. There is one person I would like to mention specifically, that is my long-time friend, Maria. She may not know it, but she did pull be out of a spiral. After my accident in 2016, I was lost – I worked very hard for 4 years to be told I could no longer continue because of something I cannot control. My daughters' would cry every time I left the house thinking I would not come back or come back in blood as I did that time. My partner was worried about me when I would not respond – as that is what happened shortly before the seizure. I had a lot of guilt that became depression – I also had anxiety flaring up alongside it. Maria stood by me, she listened, and she pulled me up – probably unknowingly. She got me back into music which was a huge outlet for me growing up, she made more of an effort to check in, she came by now and then, and she brought me back into reality. There is a lot I never say out loud, but she still understood. I could never thank her enough
Passion for Pediatric Nursing Grew – I always liked pediatrics, but I had an amazing experience in Maternity and though perhaps that was my calling- until pediatrics. I will not forget the amount of children there for their first seizure or had been diagnosed with Epilepsy already. These children were afraid, theses families thought of it as a dead end, and in that moment, I imagined my family. I remember being in their shoes, just older. I took time with these patients, one patient I walked with around the halls just talking about Epilepsy and our seizures. They were grateful, they had hope, they saw a light – and I will not forget that. If I could instill that in more people, I could never complain about my job. In that moment, I found my calling.
Family Growth – Although, I hate to admit my girls may of had to grow up quick in some aspects and I see it every day in my oldest. Once they were able to grasp that mommy had "accidents" (what they term seizures), they had never left my side. My oldest does not like the idea of me sleeping alone, she sleeps besides me when my partner is not there. My youngest watches and reminds me to take my medication, she even learned which bottles were which. They grew interested in the medical field, my youngest always dressing up as a doctor during play time. My oldest is always hugging me and reminding me that "it's okay mommy," and I have her. Each moment we truly cherish, even at their young ages. While yes, I have a lot of guilt their first memory will be mommy being unconscious and convulsing, I am thankful for the bond that formed.
Meeting Fellow Warriors– It took me a while before I started seeking support from others with Epilepsy that may be around my age. For a long time, I wanted nothing to do with my condition and wanted it to just go away. I went through being made of, losing my independence, losing my license, almost losing my job, and feeling like I was incapable of functioning on my own. That was far from the truth in reality, but at that time, that felt like my reality. I struggled alone for quite some time, then I finally found support within a group and a girl I met online. Along with others we formed our own support group and it has been nothing but a blessing. We are able to be there for others so they do not have to struggle alone and we are there for each other when we go through times of darkness.
Gaining Self-Confidence – I chuckle when I reflect on how Epilepsy gave me confidence after turning me into a hermit. I was at a low that no one quite realized, but as I grew with Epilepsy – I started to gain confidence and resiliency. I became determined to not let it stop my ability as a mother, student, partner, and musician. I became determined to prove that I can still take care of myself and work. I stopped listening to the negativity that surrounded me. I wanted to be more than my illness, I wanted to be me. Of course, I understand all of this is still within limitation, but I can still have a fulfilling life.
Remember, you are never alone
At the end of the day, at this present time, Epilepsy is here to stay for most of us. Whether it is having seizure or the side affects from medication and repeated trauma, it will be part of us forever. We must learn to embrace it and spread awareness in hope that one day, there will be a cure. Embracing Epilepsy can be hard, but you are never alone. Take a look at the #PurpleDayProject – support came in from the United States, to the United Kingdom, to Austria, and back again. There are support groups for just about every country and region. There are support groups online, in person, and wonderful medical professionals out there who will help you along your journey. You are never alone.
Your journey is what makes you, you. We will have bad days, and we will have good days – that is human nature. It is okay to not be okay, it is okay to wish for a different path. Just remember, you are here because you are a warrior. You are strong and you are reliant. You did not choose to give up, even if you were on the brink of making that decision. Cherish the moments of happiness and embrace the moments of sadness with positivity.
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With the odd exception, it's safe to say that when it comes to celebrity picture books most of us out here in libraryland are less than impressed. The announcement that the latest reality star or pop singer has a picture book coming out allows us to check out the illustrator's talent far more often than the author's. Yet every season publishers churn out, one after another. I'm not looking at any statistics at the moment, but my general impression is that they are perhaps less ubiquitous here in late 2012 than they were even four or five years ago. I'm not sure how to account for that. Perhaps they are pulling in less money than they used to?
One offspring of the celebrity picture book genre, if genre it is, is the adaptation of a famous song into a picture book format. These types of books have been gaining in popularity, though they're certainly not new. They've always been an easy way to make a book without disgusting the gatekeepers too much. In a way, this method of authorship also yields better books than you might get if the author sat down and tried to write one. This has something to do with the fact that when a songwriter is creating a work for adults they fail to indulge in that pandering that can ruin a perfectly good picture book.
There are several different types of songs-turned-picture books. First you have the songs that were written with a child audience in mind. These slip into picture book form with great ease.
"New Baby Train" by Woody Guthrie
"Puff the Magic Dragon" by Peter Yarrow
"It's Raining, It's Pouring" by Peter, Paul and Mary
Then you have the songs from musicals that work in a picture book context without much knowledge of the shows they came from:
"What's New at the Zoo" from Do Re Mi
"Never Never Land" from Peter Pan
Even more interesting to me, though are the songs that were written for adults and never intended for a child marketplace.
"Blowin' in the Wind" by Bob Dylan
"Three Little Birds" by Bob Marley
"One Love" by Bob Marley
"At the Zoo" by Simon & Garfunkle
There are a multitude of other examples of these, but you get the picture.
It got me to thinking too. I mean, what's to stop contemporary artists from repackaging their own top of the pop hits in a couple decades or so into picture book wonders? By that point app and ebook technology will have improved significantly, allowing readers to see the books alongside the original songs. The only question then is what songs today will be the picture books of tomorrow. Some possibilities:
"We're Going to Be Friends" by The White Stripes
Yeah. So this song was pretty much the impetus behind this entire post. And why not? It's the world's most perfect little ditty and it would adapt perfectly.
"The Christians and the Pagans" by Dar Williams
I was going to suggest her "The Babysitter's Here" but you'd probably have to cut too much out. This would be a good old-fashioned hippy picture book, if that ever comes back into style. For the record, Ms. Williams actually wrote two full middle grade novels for kids in the past, so she doesn't need to slum it this way if she wants to publish. She's already far more legitimate an author than most.
Empire State of Mind (Part II) by Alicia Keys
Remember how they made that Simon & Garfunkle song about the zoo into a picture book? Well, there was some judicious editing at work there (example: "And the zookeeper is very fond of rum" shows the man patting a raccoon on the head with the nametag of "Rum"). The same would have to be done with this one but aside from the occasional "selling rock" there isn't much of anything that's objectionable for the 4-8 crowd.
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Yesterday, the Statue of Liberty got a giant crimson new flame created by Belgian artist Arne Quinze, but only those with a special augmented reality app could view it, part of a new arts-driven campaign for Becks, created out of Mother London. The beer brand has launched what it bills to be the world's largest "global cultural commissioning project" and will involve solely augmented-reality enabled works commissioned by artists like Quinze, Nick Knight, Squeak E. Clean's Sam Spiegel, jello architects Bompas and Parr, Hussein Chalayan, Shaniqwa Jarvis, Warpaint and others.
As part of the project, Beck has planted green boxes in major cities like New York, Miami, Los Angeles, Manchester, Rome and Milan. When captured with the special app, viewers will be able to see the artwork. The project plans to release hundreds of new commissions over the next three years. The first did not require a green box, only Lady Liberty, whose flame leaped 200 feet higher in the form of Quinze's digital sculpture. The general public can submit their ideas for the effort and download the app on Becks.com View the intro to the Becks global art project here.


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When you hear the term, "drink responsibly," you'll probably think about the connection between drinking and driving. Around this time of year, that association could represent the difference between life and death.
[See 9 Holiday Health Hazards to Avoid]
Too much alcohol could also result in a date with the porcelain bowl if you're not careful or bring a throbbing headache the day after drinking. Whatever comes to your mind when you envision a hangover, it's not a pretty picture.
Heavily hitting the bottle could ruin a few precious vacation days, too. So instead of focusing on how to cure your hangover, you'll probably have a better time at that New Year's Day brunch by taking some simple steps to avoid going overboard altogether. Here's how you can still belt down a few without ending up down on the floor:
-- Prevent problems by pre-fueling. The meal you have before you drink could determine how drunk, or sick, you'll feel. Eating will help "coat your stomach" by slowing down the absorption of alcohol. Meals that include a mixture of protein, whole-grain carbs, and fat will do the trick. Combinations like almond butter on whole-wheat toast, cereal and milk, or cheese and crackers will help delay the absorption of alcohol and give you more time to enjoy a New Year's Eve party you'll remember on New Year's Day.
-- Make water your best friend. Couple every alcoholic drink with an equal serving of water. This will curtail the dehydrating effect of alcohol that can make you feel sluggish and headachy. Add a twist of lime and ice cubes to help make your every-other-drink look like a gin and tonic, if you're feeling any party peer pressure. Taking the time to have a cold glass of water will also help you pace your drinking and give you time to taste and enjoy what you're putting in your body, too.
-- Know your body. How you handle your alcohol depends on many factors including your height, weight, age, gender, state of health, and what you ate before drinking. If you're a 5-foot-4-inch female, don't get into a drinking contest with a 6-foot-4-inch male; that will not turn out well, no matter how many people may be cheering you on.
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-- Ditch the bubbles. Carbonated mixers, like sodas, increase the speed at which alcohol is absorbed into the bloodstream. If you're going to have a mixed drink, it might be best to stick with juice or water instead.
-- Ice would be nice. Adding some cubes to your beverage will help dilute it. This will help hydrate you and also make your glass of booze look bigger (again, if you're worried about peer pressure).
-- Pay attention to alcohol content. If you know you have a long night ahead of you, it might be best to choose wine or beer over hard liquor.
-- What's the rush? Drink slowly. Although you may not feel like your drink is going to your head, you absorb alcohol more quickly than you may realize. Don't wait until it's too late to recognize alcohol's effect.
-- Don't be too creative. This is not the time to see how many colorful drinks you can imbibe. It's also not a good idea to mix spirits, so if you start off with vodka, don't switch to gin or wine. Decide on your drink of the night, and stick with it.
-- Calories that you don't chew still count. Remember that an average mixed drink could cost you 300 to 500 calories, depending on the size of the glass and the spirits and mixers selected. If you feel great in that outfit when you walk into the party, you'd feel even better if it still felt that way when you walk out the door.
[See Eat, Drink, and Be Wary: How to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain]
-- Dance the night away. Take a break from drinking, and have some fun on the dance floor to actively ring in the new year (and burn some of those alcohol-derived calories)!
-- Catch some zzz's. Although this may not be scientifically proven, burning yourself out before indulging in holiday cheer could cut your night short or make celebrating less enjoyable. Try to take a nap before your party so that you can feel refreshed and ready for some fun.
And if the safeguards mentioned above seem too overwhelming, the best way to avoid a hangover is by naming yourself the designated driver; your head and stomach (and probably a few of your friends) will thank you for making that decision.
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House Speaker Michael Madigan (D-Chicago) and Senate President John Cullerton (D-Chicago) today presented the legislation as the first product of their joint comittee on reforms in the wake of the Blagojevich corruption arrest.
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Fridays are a very special day. It's the last day of the work week and, more importantly, it's the start of the weekend! So we've decided you should get to have some input on what beer to enjoy to start your weekend, so we're letting you choose a Friday Favorite for us to put on tap!
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Hastings line closure could affect tourism, council warns
Continuing delays in opening a train line linking East Sussex, Kent and London could have a "serious effect" on tourism, a council leader has warned.
Councillor Jeremy Birch, leader of Hastings Borough Council said no-one wanting to visit the seaside town would travel on a bus replacement service.
The line was first affected by a series of landslips in December and was due to reopen on 3 March.
Network Rail said it would not be commenting at this stage.
In a letter to Network Rail, Mr Birch said: "Quite frankly this is not acceptable."
'Buses to the seaside'
He wrote: "It is hard enough on local residents who commute to London, or who need to use the line for other trips, business and pleasure, but Easter will be upon us shortly, and we will then be into the summer season.
"No-one wanting a day trip to the seaside will choose to travel on a rail replacement bus service, and the continued closure of the line could have a potentially serious effect on our visitor economy."
He said there had not been a full train service on the line since before Christmas.
Part of the Hastings to London line used by Southeastern was first closed because of landslips on 17 December.
More than 10,000 tonnes of stone were used for the repairs at Stonegate on the line between Hastings and Tunbridge Wells.
Southeastern first announced the line would fully reopen on 3 March, but with a reduced timetable.
However, more rain caused further landslides around Whatlington, which meant buses had to continue to replace trains between Battle and Wadhurst.
Mr Birch said: "For a main line to be closed indefinitely with no firm date set for its reopening is just not good enough. Our town, our residents and our visitors deserve better."