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Midtown, ZIP 10030
Midtown Manhattan, or simply Midtown, is an area of Manhattan, New York City home to world-famous commercial zones such as Rockefeller Center, Broadway, and Times Square. Midtown Manhattan is home to the city's tallest and most famous buildings such as the Empire State Building and Chrysler Building.
Midtown, along with "Uptown" and "Downtown", is one of the three major subdivisions of Manhattan (though "Uptown" and "Downtown" can also be used as adjectives or adverbs, and can take on completely different meanings in the other boroughs, whereas the term "Midtown" cannot) and can be understood as those parts of Manhattan in neither of these two other regions - that is, all areas between 14th Street and 59th Street, from the Hudson River to the East River, about five square miles or 12 km2. The core of Midtown Manhattan is from about 31st Street to 59th Street between Third and Ninth avenues, about two square miles (this is the area most commonly referred to as "Midtown.") The "Plaza District", a term used by Manhattan real estate professionals to denote the most expensive area of midtown from a commercial real estate perspective, lies between 42nd Street and 59th Street, from Third Avenue to Seventh Avenue, about a square kilometer or half a square mile.
As New York's largest central business district, Midtown Manhattan is indisputably the busiest single commercial district in the United States, and among the most intensely and diversely used pieces of real estate in the world. The great majority of New York City's skyscrapers, including its tallest hotels and apartment towers, lie within Midtown. More than 700,000 commuters work in its offices, hotels, and retail establishments; the area also hosts many tourists, visiting residents, and students. Some areas, especially Times Square and Fifth Avenue, have massive clusters of retail establishments. Sixth Avenue in Midtown holds the headquarters of three of the four major television networks, and is one of a few global centers of news and entertainment. It is also a growing center of finance, second in importance within the United States only to Downtown Manhattan's Financial District. Times Square is also the epicenter of American theater.
Midtown encompasses many neighborhoods including Hell's Kitchen and Chelsea on the West Side, and Murray Hill, Kips Bay, Turtle Bay, and Gramercy on the East Side. It is also sometimes broken into "Midtown East" and "Midtown West", or north and south as in the New York City Police Department's Midtown North and Midtown South precincts. A simplistic and by no means comprehensive list of the neighborhoods in the Midtown area is as follows:
Midtown is the original district in the United States to bear the name and included historical but now defunct neighborhoods such as the Ladies' Mile, along Fifth Avenue from 14th Street to 23rd Street and the Tenderloin, from 23rd Street to 42nd Street and Fifth Avenue to Seventh Avenue.
Other important sights in Midtown:
Important streets and thoroughfares in Midtown:
Midtown Manhattan has the headquarters of several companies, including 4Kids Entertainment, Barnes & Noble, Calvin Klein, Cantor Fitzgerald, CBS Corporation, Colgate-Palmolive, Cushman & Wakefield, DC Comics, Deloitte, Duane Reade, Estée Lauder Companies, Foot Locker, Frederator Studios, Hess Corporation, L-3 Communications, Marsh & McLennan Companies, Marvel Entertainment, McGraw-Hill, MetLife, MidOcean Partners, Morgan Stanley, NBC Universal, The New York Times Company, NexCen Brands, Pfizer, Polo Ralph Lauren, Saks Incorporated (Saks Fifth Avenue), The Sharper Image, Simon & Schuster, Six Flags, TBWA Worldwide, Thomson Reuters, Time Warner, Time Warner Cable, and Viacom. The New York Institute of Finance is located in Midtown Manhattan.
Global Infrastructure Partners has an office in Midtown Manhattan.
Haier operates its United States offices in the Haier Building at 1356 Broadway; the building previously was a building of the Greenwich Savings Bank. Haier held the opening ceremony on March 4, 2002. Sumitomo Corporation operates its New York Office, the headquarters of the corporation's United States operations, at 600 Third Avenue, 10016 in the Murray Hill neighborhood. El Al's North American headquarters are in Midtown. The Air France USA regional headquarters are in 125 West 55th Street in Midtown Manhattan. Hachette Book Group has its headquarters in 237 Park Avenue. In 1994 Alitalia considered moving its USA headquarters from Midtown to Lower Manhattan, but decided to keep the offices where they were at the last minute.
American companies formerly headquartered in Midtown Manhattan include American Airlines, American Comics Group, American Overseas Airlines, Central Park Media, Eastern Airlines, GoodTimes Entertainment, LJN, NewKidCo, Pan American World Airways, Philip Morris Companies (now Altria Group), Trans Caribbean Airways, and Trans World Airlines.
Aer Lingus used to have its United States offices in Midtown. In 1997 Aer Lingus announced that it was moving its North American headquarters to Melville, Town of Huntington, New York.
Several countries, Argentina, The Bahamas, People's Republic of China, Costa Rica, Germany, Republic of Ireland, Israel, Jamaica, Japan, Luxembourg, Mexico, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, United Kingdom, Ukraine, have consulates-general in Midtown Manhattan accredited to the United States. In addition the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office of the Republic of China is in Midtown Manhattan.
The Puerto Rico Federal Affairs Administration operates its New York office on the 22nd floor at 135 West 50th Street.
The United States Postal Service operates the James A. Farley Post Office, New York City's main post office, in Midtown Manhattan. The post office stopped 24 hour service beginning on May 9, 2009 due to decreasing mail traffic.
The New York City Department of Education operates public schools in Midtown Manhattan.
The New York Public Library operates the Mid-Manhattan Library at 455 Fifth Avenue at 40th Street. The system also operates the 58th Street Branch Library at 127 East 58th Street, between Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue.
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Our last night in Sudan we bush camped around 5 km south of the border on the shores of Lake Nasser. We were surrounded by the dunes of the Nubian Desert, the eastern edge of the Sahara Desert on the opposite side of the lake. It is desolate rocky area with no vegetation.
The border crossing was easy and took 1 hour and 20 minutes on the Sudan side and just under 2 hours on the Egypt side (queue for the passport stamp took longest) BUT BUT BUT our fixer did not read my email I sent a few days earlier and we had an issue with our scooter.
ABU SIMBUL to ASWAN
Tired we arrived at Abu Simbel carpark which became our overnight campsite just in time for the light and sound show with just 2 other tourists. The Egypt tourist industry is on its knees and many hotels and guest houses are closed.
We got up the next morning up at 5.30 AM for the sunrise at Abu Simbel. Until 8.30AM we were the only people there. The Abu Simbel temples are two massive rock temples situated on the western bank of Lake Nasser, about300 km southwest of Aswan by road. The twin temples were originally carved out of the mountainside during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses in the 13th century BC, as a lasting monument to himself and his queen Nefertari. Their huge external rock relief figures have become iconic around the world. The complex was relocated in its entirety in 1968, on an artificial hill made from a domed structure, high above the Aswan High Dam reservoir.The relocation of the temples was necessary to prevent them being submerged during the creation of Lake Nasser. It is believed that the alignment of the temple was positioned by the ancient Egyptian architects in such a way that on October 22 and February 22, the rays of the sun would penetrate the temple and illuminate the sculptures on the back wall, except for the statue of Ptah, the god connected with the Underworld, who always remained in the dark.
From Abu Simbel to Aswan, tourists and trucks must join a Police convoy. We were late (Convoy leaves at 10AM and 4PM) and not wanting to wait till 4PM we left on our own without any hassles at any of the road blocks. In Aswan we stayed at Adams Guesthouse and we can't recommend them enough. Mo or Mohamed is one of the most helpful guys you can meet and he chauffeured us around town to get all our paperwork sorted. (Most important the traffic fine certificate for our truck and scooter) Aswan is a busy town located just north of the Aswan Dams on the east bank of the Nile at the first cataract.
ASWAN to LUXOR
Aswan has a hot dessert climate. Aswan and Luxor have the hottest summer days of any city in Egypt. Aswan is one of the hottest, sunniest and driest cities in the world. Averages high temperatures are consistently above 40 °C (104.0 °F) during summer (June, July, August and September) while averages low temperatures remain above 25 °C (77.0 °F). Summers are long, prolonged and extremely hot. During the various stops our thermometer peaked at 55 degrees C near the border and 52 degrees half way Aswan and Abu Simbel. The climate of Aswan is extremely dry year-round, with less than 1 mm (0 in) of average annual precipitation. The desert city is one of the driest ones in the world, and rainfall doesn't occur every year; between 1994 and 2001 they had no rain. (7 years) With almost 4,000 hours of annual sunshine, it is very close of the maximum theoretical sunshine duration.
Aswan is one of the sunniest places on Earth. Construction of the High Dam in the 1960 and 70's has had a significant effect on the economy and culture of Egypt. The ability to control floods, provide water for irrigation and generate hydroelectricity were very important to Egypt's industrialisation. Before the dams were built, the Nile flooded every year during late summer, when water flowed down the valley from its East African drainage basin.
Luxor is often called the world's greatest open-air museum with Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings and the valley of the Queens just to name a few. Although a small town by Egyptian population standards, Luxor is quite extensive and is best divided up into several 'districts' . The main one the East Bank, the Luxor Temple, the Temple of Karnak, The Museum, and our campsite was in this area. The West Bank is the location of the major ruins including Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens and other important sites; the Western Valley ruins. In Luxor security was very strict, the reason being the Luxor massacre and the killing of 62 people, mostly tourists. Targets of terrorism in Egypt have included government officials, police, tourists and the Christian minority. Many attacks have been linked to Islamic extremism and terrorism. The Islamist movement al Gama'a Islamiyya targets high-level political leaders and killed hundreds in its pursuit of implementing traditional Sharia Law in Egypt. An Egyptian doctor and leader of Egyptian Islamic Jihad group, is believed to be behind the operations of al Qaeda. Four out of 30 people on the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation "most wanted" terrorist list is Egyptian. Luxor is one of the most popular destinations in Egypt, and one of the must-see destinations in Egypt. We are told that Luxor contains about a third of the most valuable monuments and antiquities in the whole world, which makes it one of this planet's most important tourism sites, with monuments such as The Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, Deir El-Bahri. The Temple of Luxor, and the huge temple of Karnak are the world's largest temple complexes. Our campsite was at the Rezeiky hotel/campsite just a minute walk from the Karnak Temple. It was hot in Luxor with temperatures hovering around the 48 degrees. Lucky our campsite had a pool. The surrounding area is beautiful, with the Nile flowing between the modern city and west-bank with the Theban escarpment.
It was an early start to beat the heat and explore the west bank of the Nile and the isolated Valley of the Kings. This is home to the tombs of the great pharaohs of the New Kingdom (1550 – 1070 BC). They are hidden within a wadi (or valley) formed over millennia by rainfall and water runoff.
The Valley of the Kings has the royal cemetery for 62 Pharaohs and is located on the west bank at Luxor. The Valley of the Queens is an isolated cemetery, at the southern part of the vast necropolis of Thebes, on the west bank of Luxor. It contains about 70 tombs, mainly belonging to Queens, Princesses, Princes and Nobles, who lived during the XIX and XX Dynasties. Our last visit was the Temple of Mut.
We were off for some R&R and were looking forward to the Red Sea. The Red Sea is a seawater inlet of the Indian Ocean, lying between Africa and Asia. The connection to the ocean is in the south through the Gulf of Aden. To the north lie the Sinai Peninsula, the Gulf of Aqaba, and the Gulf of Suez leading to the Suez Canal. The Red Sea is about 2250 km long and, at its widest point, 355 km. It is the world's northernmost tropical sea. Our first stop was Marsa Alam we were allowed to camp at Shakkara Village. Perfect spot and the reef on our doorstep. Marsa Alam is in the far South of Egypt, located on the western shore of the Red Sea. While snorkelling turtles, crocodile fish and much more marine life is a common sight just 20 meters from the water's edge. The Red Sea has clear azure waters and an incredible amount of exotic fish and coral – which is why is so highly regarded as a diving destination. In fact, it arguably offers some of the best diving and snorkelling experiences in the world. I hate to admit it but due to the proximity of the reef to the beach (no need to travel by boat) it is even better than the Great Barrier Reef at home.
Marsa Alam also has some inland attractions, such as the Emerald Mines and the Temple of Seti I at Khanais. But we became so lazy we never moved. Our days consisted of Breakfast, snorkelling, reading, Lunch, snorkelling, reading, Dinner and early nights after we admired millions of stars and watched the satellites come over.
Next was the town of Hugharda a holiday resort filled with luxury hotels, but most hotels had either closed or where nearly empty, like the hotels and resorts in Luxor. The Red Sea resort of Hurghada took on a growth explosion thanks to tourism in the 1980s. The Hurghada of today comprises three main centres and numerous self-contained tourist villages.
Hurghada is a beach resort town stretching some 40km along Egypt's Red Sea. To the north lies El Gouna or as the locals call it the Monaco of Egypt. Not sure if I agree. Still further south is New Hurghada where there are a concentration of up market hotels and restaurants. All this development has made Hurghada one of Egypt's most popular resort towns on the Red Sea coast. As we were moved away a few times by police and army we decided to book into a hotel (very disappointing as the Red Sea has miles and miles of deserted beaches perfect for bush camping). However with all 5-star hotels empty we stayed at the Movenpick for 50 Euro per night including breakfast. Eager to bush camp again we checked out after 4 days to continue further north to Ain Sokhna (the Hot Spring) just south of Suez and the entrance to the Suez Canal and only 120 km east of Cairo.
One-and-a-half-hour drive on the new highway, Ain Sukhna is fast becoming one of the top getaway vacation spots for the people of Cairo. Ain Sukhna was disappointing not only for the fact we got moved on by Police and Army, but we also picked the wrong hotel. A 5 Star Hotel but no alcohol, the beach bar was closed and so was the international restaurant!! The only choice, a small very poor buffet, hence we checked out next morning.
This time to venture to the Sinai. BUT again disappointment, no permit, no entry! That night again moved on by police, no Bush camping and the hotels where all very basic and the ones we visited were aimed at the locals and not western tourists. We had enough, so time to move on.
The Suez Canal is an artificial sea-level waterway in Egypt, connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea. It was constructed 1859 to 1869 and was officially opened on November 17, 1869. The canal offers watercraft a shorter journey between the North Atlantic and northern Indian Oceans via the Mediterranean and Red Seas by avoiding the South Atlantic and southern Indian Oceans, in turn reducing the journey by approximately 7,000 kilometres (4,300 mi). Its length is 193.30 km (120.11 mi), including its northern and southern access channels. In 2015, 17,500 vessels traversed the canal (50 per day). In August 2014, construction was launched to expand and widen the Ballah Bypass for 35 km to speed the canal's transit time. The expansion was planned to double the capacity of the Suez Canal from 49 to 97 ships a day. The "New Suez Canal", as the expansion was dubbed, was opened with great fanfare in a ceremony on 6 August 2015. On 24 February 2016, the Suez Canal Authority officially opened the new side channel. The Suez Canal has enjoyed increased traffic in recent years, with roughly 50 ships passing through its waters every day. Shipping tolls allow Egypt to rake in around $5 billion per year. The canal separates the African continent from Asia, and it provides the shortest maritime route between Europe and the lands lying around the Indian and western Pacific Oceans. It is one of the world's most heavily used shipping lanes.
Back inland into the Desert. This time we were smarter and avoiding road blocks we entered the Western Deserts. Living in Australia for the last 35 years we have covered many deserts, but deserts remain mysterious places for us. 25% of Egypt is the Eastern Desert. Climbing up the Red Sea Hills from the Red Sea coastal plain temperatures dropped at least 7 degrees before we reached and crossed the Nile River and entered the Western Desert.
The Western Desert covers about 700,000 square kilometres and accounts for about 66% of Egypt's land area. It spans from the Mediterranean Sea south to the Sudanese border and from the Nile River Valley west to the Libyan border. It includes Siwa (we never made it due to running out of time) El Faiyum, Bahariya, Farafra, Dakhla, and Kharga.
We are told the last significant rain fell six years ago which caused natural vegetation to remain green for two years. The Western Desert is one of the driest areas of the Sahara. Parts of the Western Desert have bizarre, ghost-white rock formations sprouting from the desert sands. One of the surprises was the Fayoum area so close to Cairo. Fayoum is one of the oldest towns in Egypt, inhabited since Pharaonic times, and known to the Greeks as Crocodilopolis, as the locals would worship a sacred crocodile. The town itself is full of traditional souks and a Hanging Mosque, this one is built without minarets. From here a short drive to Wadi al- Hittan, alongside Lake Qarun, a huge lake on the edge of the desert.
Not only a perfect spot of bush camping but the so-called Valley of Whales at Wadi al-Hittan boasts spectacular scenery along with being the site of the discovery of hundreds of fossils belonging to early forms of whale, sharks and crocodiles. Whole whale skeletons can be seen in the sands. This area is a UNESCO World Heritage area.
Cairo and the first stop, the Giza Necropolis. This is where Egypt's number one tourist attraction is situated, the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Despite more complete out of control guides and other rip off artists supported by local police and army (how else could they operate the way they do) it is a destination not to be missed. Like in most places in Egypt it is "rip off the tourist" territory. So be forewarned: treat every single one of them with contempt. Initially it annoyed my wife as she felt I was very rude, but it only took a few days in Egypt and she found out herself what type of people they are.The Pyramids and Sphinx are the oldest surviving members of the 7 Wonders of this World.
Each Pyramid is a tomb to a different King of Egypt and in front of the pyramids lies the Sphinx, or Abu al Hol, the father of terror. We learned that the pyramids are around 5000 years old. Imagine if those stones could speak! More than 20000 workers were used to build the pyramids. 2 million blocks of stone weighing 2500 kilo each just to build one Pyramid! We never went inside the pyramid because the queue was long, and people told us there is nothing to see.
The sound and light show is interesting, and you do learn a little more about the pyramids. Not far from our campground was the Pyramid of Saqqara which many believe is the oldest Pyramid in Egypt and hardly attracts any tourists, hence few touts. Our next destination was the Egyptian Museum. The Egyptian Museum in Cairo contains the world's most extensive collection of Pharaonic antiquities. We are not museum people however we enjoyed just over one hour in the museum.
The museum houses more than 100,000 Egyptian artefacts, making it the biggest collection in the world. Some of the artefacts are not always on display. Some travel abroad for exhibitions, while others are kept under lock and key or wrapped in plastic. The museum is also famous for its Royal Mummies Room, home to several real mummies, some of which are on display. Photography is no longer forbidden but at an additional cost, but it excludes the area where Tutankhamun's gold faced mask is located. Another area we enjoyed was Old Cairo, a very original area with lots of ancient souks, soaring minarets, Coptic churches and synagogues and a fortified citadel. For us the best were the bustling alleys and markets. The most touristy one is the famous Khan el Khalili souk, also interesting but you are confronted with the in your face touts. This does not happen in the out of the way alleys. Common practice in Egypt as well as in many other countries is the negotiating. Don't be afraid to offer 20% of the asking price, and do not trust the sellers. It may sound insulting at first, but you get used to it. Remember: once they let you go you know you bid under the final selling price. Try another vendor 1 km away and start a little higher. Treat them like they treat you and never trust them. Most important do not feel sorry for them, you are being regarded as a walking ATM machine! Our next visit was the City of the Dead. Cairo is a city of 20 million people and every inch of footpath and road is overcrowded, cars go bumper to bumper madly honking their horns and people are yelling and screaming trying to sell you goods. But in the City of the Dead, the streets are quiet, very narrow and mostly unpaved. Every family in Cairo that can afford it has a family tomb in the City of the Dead. It is so unreal, to walk along the narrow streets and see workshops, cafes and small shops. Men play domino and drink tea. One person said: Living with the dead is a good thing for an old person, they do not talk. For centuries it only housed the dead, it was built for life in the hereafter.
Today the poorest of the poor all over Egypt are moving in and between its tombs to find a new home among or in the houses of the dead. Over one and half million people live in the City of the Dead amongst the dead. Unofficial figures show an even higher population and statistics show it is growing rapidly. We gave the Cairo Tower a miss as the smog in Cairo was thick, hence no good view of the city. Tahrir Square is a major public town square in central Egypt and was the location and focus for political demonstrations, the 2011 Egyptian revolution, and the resignation of President Mubarak. It is right in front of the Egyptian museum. During our visit police and army were present in anticipation of the planned November 11, 2016 demonstrations. Our last tourist attraction to visit in Cairo was the Mohamed Ali Mosque which is amongst the most interesting Mosques in Egypt on top of a hill overlooking Old Cairo.
The far west of the Western Desert was closed to visitors. Instead we spent our last days in Egypt with our truck on the far North-West Coast of Egypt. During this time, we visited Al Alamein, a small village on the road to Marsa Matruh and the Libyan border. This is where three major battles occurred around El Alamein between July and November 1942 involving Australian, New Zealand, English, South African, Indian, Canadian, Italian, German and Greek troops. This area has Italian and German military cemeteries on Tel el-Eisa Hill. The Italian cemetery is a mausoleum containing 5.200 tombs.
Many tombs bear the soldier's name; others are simply marked "IGNOTO", i.e. unknown. There is also a separate Greek cemetery at El Alamein. We visited the German and later in the day the Commonwealth of Nations war cemetery. This is built and maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission with graves of soldiers from various countries who fought on the Allied side. Buried here are 6,425 identified Commonwealth service personnel and 815 unidentified ones, besides 102 of other nationalities. The Battle of El Alamein, fought in the deserts of North Africa is one of the decisive victories of World War II. The Battle of El Alamein was primarily fought between two of the outstanding commanders of world war two, Montgomery and Rommel. The Australian 9th Division, led by Lieutenant General Leslie Morshead, played a key role in two of these battles, enhancing its reputation earned defending Tobruk during 1941. The Allied victory at El Alamein lead to the retreat of the Afrika Korps and the German surrender in North Africa in May 1943. When we visited the Burma Railway line in Thailand or Anzac Cove and now these cemeteries, we started to realize that the hell those guys had to go through so far from home to give us in Europe our freedom, is beyond believe. As Dutch citizens living in Australia, Anzac Day is something which has become very special to us having visited the battle fields around the world as part of our world tour. Unfortunately having also spent time in war zones we WONDER WHAT THE WORLD HAS LEARNED FROM IT ALL? And with that I mainly refer to politicians and the army!!
Our next and final stop in Egypt was Alexandria. The second city of Egypt, Alexandria sits on the Mediterranean coast and looks a little like a European Mediterranean city in atmosphere with wide boulevards and open gardens, if it wasn't for the dirt and filth around the streets. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, the city was a centre of Greek civilization and home to the Pharos. For centuries there has been a strong Greek community in the city. Modern developments sit side by side with traditional Islamic buildings. On the shores of the Mediterranean you'll find the spectacular Qaitbay Citadel and the pristine Maamoura Beach frequented by the rich and powerful. Then there are the beautiful Shallalat Gardens, the Montaza, the Ras el-Tin palaces, the Palais d 'Antoniadis and the modern Bibliotheca Alexandria. For us the reason we were in Alexandria was to get our truck cleared by customs ready for shipment to Italy. Our 28 days permit expired and we had to make sure the truck was off the road by November 1. Unfortunately, our ship was delayed by over a week hence we needed to fill in spare time. The city also has Greco-Roman landmarks, old-world cafes and sandy beaches. Its 15th-Century seafront Qaitbay Citadel is now a museum. Today the library is reincarnated in the disc-shaped, ultramodern Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Bob the fiancé of Nermien (our shipping agent) was one of the architects involved in the design. Much of Alexandria's coastline is bordered by the popular Corniche promenade, which ends at Montaza Palace, a complex featuring a 1932 royal residence, public gardens and beach access. However, Egypt being a Muslim country, laying on the beach in a bikini or bathing suit as a woman is not comfortable with many people staring at you. We were lucky to have great company in Alexandria with Nermien and Bob, not only for a wealth of information, but also for great lunches and dinners. After customs cleared the truck, it was time to leave Alexandria and drive back to visit Cairo once more and cover the highlights. No more truck!?! Now in a hotel. What a difference: no more freedom, but time to catch up on all the world news, via satellite TV.
BORDER CROSSING: LEAVING SUDAN TO EGYPT. By this time, you have had enough experience with border crossings coming from the South. It is not as difficult as people make it out to be. Leaving Sudan is easy and takes just over 1 hour. Local fixer is Mazar, well-liked and friendly. For 10USD he will do all the work while you have breakfast. No need to use a fixer if you want to do it yourself as all very straightforward. HoweverMazar is a very friendly person with lots of local knowledge.
Entering Egypt from Sudan
ADVISE: I recommend you look at the following website http://myoverlandadventure.com/sudan-wadi-halfa-egypt-abu-…/ this is a perfect step by step procedure by Martin McCowan. Only thing I would add is the office of the Egypt Automobile Association at the border.
This office is located across the road from the Mosque opposite where you get your number plates.
If all your paperwork is in order it is not that difficult. Entering Egypt took less than 2 hours. This included a long queue at the visa office. No need to use a fixer if you use the directions from Martin.
Kamal is the most known fixer and controls many other fixers and officials. He is a wheeler and dealer and very expensive $50 USD. I recommend not to use him.
IMPORTANT: Ensure your paperwork (Carnet) is in order to avoid paying bribes (I learned the hard way, more about this later). At the time of our crossing October 2016, people turned up with a Sudan carnet which was rejected at the border. (only bribes will get you in, but it is a lengthy process if you want to bargain and you need the service of Kamal the local fixer at high cost). We travelled all around Africa without a Carnet de Passage (we used Temporary Import permits) however it became clear from talking to others that entering Egypt without a carnet is very difficult and time consuming. Having to pay 1500 Euro for the scooter carnet with the ADAC we decided not to bother and only organized a carnet for the truck. (we had this sent to us while in Nairobi, from Germany) In our case, we turned up with no carnet for our scooter.
Not having a carnet for the scooter made the Egyptian corruption machine going full blast. "Give me 7000 pounds and I will organize the paperwork", I rejected this. Long story short: they made me off load the scooter and I had to meet with the custom boss in Aswan. The custom boss agreed that I would get the scooter back and it would be sealed until I ship from Alexandria. Sounded like a good deal and no $$$$. I arrived to pick up my scooter and things changed. They wanted money for storage, and 1000 USD for all the work done. I rejected this again as the custom boss told me the deal was sealing the scooter. 9 hours later in 50 degrees heat I went to see Kamahl the (in)famous fixer, (had no choice) to ask him "what do I have to pay to get the scooter back?". A quick round around the Custom office, Police office, Egyptian Automobile association and gate people and the cost came down to 500USD. in the end after more arguments and negotiations I paid a total of 350USD and got the scooter with proper paperwork, so I could export from Alexandria 5 weeks later.
Welcome to Egypt! A well-organized corrupt nation run by the military who do not seem to care!
MY ADVICE: get a proper carnet from your own automobile association and ensure it is valid for Egypt. Do not trust the validity of the Sudan carnet nor trust the Egyptian one as it would be very difficult to get your money back (Read: you will most probably not). Having said this if you have time 350USD is better than the 1500Euro ADAC charges.
I have met bike riders with Sudan carnets and they were rejected at the border however if you are willing to pay bribes, doors seem to open quickly!!! Both had to pay huge bribes. This is what we learned: paying bribes opens all doors in Egypt where ever you are.
Tourist Visa for Egypt is valid for 30 days. (You can extend to 45 days), But the truck only receives 15 days*1 but can be extended to 28 days (AFTER 28 DAYS NO MORE EXTENSION POSSIBLE, REGARDLESS OF THE CARNET). I suppose a good bribe will also solve this issue. Traffic certificate is valid for 14 days for the truck, but can extend to 28 days. Traffic Certificate for the Scooter 14 days but can extend to 28 days. Both obtainable in Aswan.
*1 Our truck is 12000KG do not confuse with a 4WD Land cruiser.
COMESA is not accepted at the border! I tried every trick in the book but had to pay, one for the truck and one for the scooter. All part of do not trust an Egyptian. This scam is managed by the fixers at the border with full support of the local government officials. No doubt all receive a kickback.
Total cost for the truck to get into Egypt: 1332 Sudanese pounds (not included Visa) or AUD $ 205.00 USD 151.00 or Euro 135 based on the exchange rate of 8.8 pound for one USD.
Black market will get you a rate of around 15 pounds. (not at the border, the rate was around 10 pounds for USD at the time). However, since we left Egypt the banks now also pay 15 pounds instead of 8.8 pounds when we visited in October 2016.
Egypt is a beautiful country but 95% of the people we met can't be trusted. Big exception are people like Nermien (CFS Shipping in Alexandria), Mo from Adams Guesthouse in Aswan and Maryam who runs Al Sorat Farm, a great campsite very close to the Pyramids in Cairo and a hand full of others we met on the way.
Leaving Egypt from Alexandria, we used CFS shipping: contact person Nermien Narmish (CFS) charges the following:
Trucks E 650 when departing Egypt, E 970 for arriving in Egypt. 4X4 & bikes departing E 500 Euro, arriving in Egypt 870 Euro. Time required: 1 day for documentation and 2 days for clearing.
Total 3 days when departing.
Total 3 days when arriving (but we hear some take over 7 days)!
New Campsite in Alexandria: Nermien (owner of CFS shipping) has a house just 15 minutes from the Carrefour and 10 minutes from the airport. She charges 20 USD for a large truck and 10USD for a bike or tent including electricity. She is a trustworthy person and we have been looked after well by her. She belongs to the 5% of people we trust in Egypt.
We have now left Africa and after 7 years on the road (3.5 years in Africa) it is time to ship to South America.
In 2015 and 2016 we travelled around East Africa using a TIP without any issues, but Egypt needs a lot of forward planning. I would not recommend waiting until the border but have all sorted beforehand or obtain a carnet for Egypt via your Automobile Association. Unless you are a good negotiator and have enough time, you can try your luck at the Egypt border coming from Sudan.
I do not have the experience of arriving from Europe in Alexandria. Please note this is October 2016, things change daily in Africa. I now know if I would have paid around 900USD to Kamal for our truck he would have organized a carnet via the Egypt Automobile association plus a 100USD fee to him. (October 2016)
Due to the high cost of leaving Egypt and the relative short time you can stay it makes Egypt very expensive to visit. If shipping out of Alexandria, flights to your next port plus accommodation, clearing charges etc. etc. all add up.
IN SHORT, a VERY EXPENSIVE EXCERCISE visiting Egypt.
Entering via Alexandria you must allow between 3 and 7 days so you must allow for accommodation costs.
Alternative 1 Travel to Israel via Jordan to Nuweiba (Egypt) border*1
Alternative 2 Travel to Israel via Taba Border to Egypt*1
Alternative 3 Travel via Israel, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and ferry to Port Sudan. (we did this in reverse in 2010 but instead of Israel we travelled via Syria to Turkey)
*1 don't ask me why but entering/leaving Egypt via land borders is very simple and fast (few hours) compared to arriving or leaving via Alexandria. Arriving via Israel will also allow you to be on the ship with your car.
Bush camping is officially not allowed in Egypt but many places away from army/police/coastguard and in the desert, are suitable.
Arriving from Sudan entering Egypt is easy, traffic is okay and driving although for European standards chaotic for African standards it is normal. However, arriving from Europe in Alexandria a different story for those not used to chaotic driving conditions.
Alexandria and Cairo are like driving in Mumbai, Madras, or New Delhi in India and I do understand that if you are a new arrival from Europe this is a daunting experience.
So, for those who arrive in Egypt from Europe for the first time.
1, Traffic Lights, Pedestrian Crossings, Police officers directing traffic,
Traffic lanes (2 lane, 3 lane or 4 lanes roads) are all part of the decoration around Cairo and Alexandria. Hazard lights and blinkers are all seen as decoration; No one cares, and most important: beep the horn!
First, if there were any markings on the pavement it would make no difference; at best they are so faded that you will hardly see them. And even if you could they are ignored anyway. Cars form as many as 8 lines of what is supposed to be four lanes in one direction. Drivers are constantly honking their horns to let others know that they are either speeding or coming past either on right or left-hand side. Most of them come so dangerous close that many times mirrors touch each other, resulting in many cars without side mirrors. Overloaded trucks which look like they are about to tip over move from left to right and back again, motorbikes/scooters/donkey carts/tuk tuks zipp around every which way. Cars are literally only inches from your car regardless if they are speeding or moving slowly in a traffic jam. Not just the road itself is poorly marked but so are the street signs. This combined with rough pavement and potholes all adds to the fun.
Next are the street vendors, standing next to piles of garbage literally or in the middle of the road selling their wares food, tires, etc. in what should have been the right lane of the highway. Taxi vans just stop in front of speeding cars to pick up or drop off passengers, while tuk tuks and three-wheeled motor carts, dump trucks and other large vehicles effortlessly race down the highway in the wrong direction; they even enter highways using exit ramps in opposite directions! Next you will see a family of five, including a baby all riding on one motor scooter and swerving left to right in traffic.
Constant traffic jams and the car behind you flashing headlights and honking the horn want you to move over when there was nowhere for me to go. All traffic comes to a hold on a 4-lane highway (which had become 8 lanes) and everyone keeps beeping. On many occasions you feel like being in a live video game. Watch for anyone speeding or about to pass you left and right with inches to spare. It is constant mayhem. Overloaded trucks, mini buses moving right to stop while trying not to be in the way if its load decides to topple or pick up passengers. That is if you are lucky, as many just stop in the middle of the road. Beware of that donkey pulling that cart while people are dodging traffic while crossing the road. Not to mention to constant move over to avoid potholes or deep piles of sand or garbage. If you are lucky to have lane markings they are ignored and my suggestion: stick to the middle at any time.
BUT who am I to question what they do and how they do it? It suits Egypt as it is a country with many rules interpreted different, no system, no proper rules hence every rule is interpreted by every public servant different. A corrupt police force who loves road blocks as it must be a major money earner as 80% of the cars are not roadworthy based on most countries, 90% drives uninsured and over 50% without a license. Like the public service, driving is disorganized. Major cities are very dirty with piles of garbage everywhere, and no driver seems to have any respect for life and traffic laws. But if there is no enforcement of traffic laws, and you have corrupt police and army controlling road blocks and doing car checks the irresponsible and aggressive driving practices will continue. Once away from Cairo and Alexandria other parts of Egypt are a lot easier to drive.
When in Rome do as the Romans do
- Don't stop, keep on moving.
2. Only care about what happens in front of you, do not worry about any cars next to you or behind you they will stop…… Or not!
3. Never lose your concentration, you never know when a vendor will appear in the lane in front of you or a truck will be barrelling towards you going in the wrong direction. You must constantly figure out how to avoid accidents. Keep an eye out for road blocks as they could be in your lane.
4. Do Not Give any space between your and the car in front of you. If there is an opening, a motorist will take it. It does not matter if you drive a large 12000KG motorhome or a land cruiser, any bit of space allows for motorists to randomly cut you off.
5. Forget about lanes and create your own as drivers in Egypt do not know how to maintain lanes. As unnatural as this may seem, this will force you to abandon the concept of lanes yourself. Seek openings to manoeuvre around. I preferred to drive in the middle. The busses, taxis and minibuses normally drop off on the right. BUT not always, it could ease be in the middle lane!!
6. Do not use your blinkers. It is a waste of time, no one looks at it. Expect drivers to dart around the highway with no indication as to where they will go or turn next.
7. Left Turns and U-Turns, unless you are fortunate enough to encounter a traffic circle, left turns are usually accomplished by turning right onto a road and then making a U-turn against the traffic. Egyptian drivers create their own short-cuts driving over dirt mounds or an opening between dividers in between the roads.
8. Speed Bumps: drivers will drive as fast as possible only to abruptly stop once approaching a speed bump. Some of them are small enough to drive over with minimal impact; while other speed bumps seem to be as large as the pyramids. However, none are as bad as the once we have seen in Kenya and Tanzania. Worst section was the road from Aswan to Luxor
9. Road blocks and Checkpoints, manned by police and military personnel are everywhere in Egypt. I have no idea what they achieve as the state of most cars is so poor that you wonder how police allows them to be on the road. Based on the many terrorist's attacks I wonder if the army presence makes any difference. Or is it all part of the lack of proper systems?
I have to say in the end I quite enjoyed driving in Cairo and Alexandria, it helps that we drive with a large steel bumper bar and huge winch on the front but also due to the lack of rules. Our 150DB Air horn did its job, we scraped a few cars, but no one cares. Driving in Cairo or Alexandria makes driving in Manhattan, Bangkok, Naples, or Dar Es Salaam in peak hour feel like driving in a small desert town.
We handed over our truck for shipment to Italy. Our driving in Egypt has come to an end and so has nearly 4 years of driving in Africa.

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If you're a new or potential Virtual Assistant it can be really difficult to imagine what types of business owners would hire you and how that relationship would begin. I already have a blog post on how VAs landed their first client, but I was interested in finding out whether the same methods applied when it came to signing up subsequent clients.
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6 common business card mistakes and how to avoid them
Like a handshake, a business card can say a lot about you as well as the type of business you operate. Because it's often the first point of contact for potential clients and therefore needs to create the right impression, I've put together a list of the most common mistakes I've seen when collating cards so you don't unwittingly make them.
The type of tasks I give my own Virtual Assistant
Although I had often outsourced the occasional one-off task, I was actually doing everything myself and only started regularly working with a VA after I broke down in tears after spending most of the week dealing with a host of support emails instead of getting any real work done. That was the moment I knew it was time to get some help.
Associate work: your questions answered
Because Associate work is a great way to take on more work both when starting out and as you become more successful, I asked my VA Handbookers Facebook group to post up any questions they had on the subject and then I asked members who had experience of both sides of the fence to answer them. This is what they said:
Virtual Assistants reveal who their first client was (and how they got them)
If you're a new Virtual Assistant or thinking of becoming one, I'm sure you're worried about how you will get new clients. So to help you get an idea of who could be that elusive and exciting first client, I asked members of my VA Handbookers Facebook group a load of questions about their first one including how they got them and what tasks they needed help with.
How to get awesome clients
If you want a satisfying and fulfilling freelance career it's really important to have clients that you enjoy working with – because there's no point in leaving a (horribly unfulfilling, tedious but secure) full-time job to still be miserable at work! A great client is a truly wonderful thing and they're actually not as hard to find as you might think.
How to write a great LinkedIn profile
Aside from analysing LinkedIn profiles and groups for my clients and using LinkedIn to identify, research and qualify potential clients for my own VA business, I also used to write loads of LinkedIn profiles as part of my CV writing business – so when it comes to LinkedIn, I've seen it all! There are good profiles and truly dreadful profiles – here's what a good one looks like:
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Writing LinkedIn profiles isn't just something I used to do as part of my CV writing work, social media is also my VA niche and I have spent a huge amount of time on LinkedIn assessing profiles and groups for social media consultant clients. LinkedIn is a big subject, but one of the things I want to share with you today is how to effectively connect and start conversations with other members.
How to write a Virtual Assistant elevator pitch
An "elevator pitch" is how you would deliver a summary of your product, business or service to someone during a short elevator ride. It's not a sales pitch, it's a concise explanation of who you are, what you do, who you do it for and why someone might want this. It's useful to have an elevator pitch when networking, so let me show you how to write one.


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2018 Outlook For Singapore Banks
With 2017 coming to an end, it is time that we start reflecting on what went on in the market and look towards the next year. For Singapore banks, 2017 proved to be a fantastic year as the three banks rose over 30 percent. This is despite the turbulence caused by defaults arising from the oil and gas sector. On this note, there are two key points that investors need to know about Singapore's banking sector in 2018.


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The Niner Media Banquet is an annual event where we thank our staff and sponsors, and hand out awards. Above our some images from our 2018 banquet! Below, you'll find a full list of our awards from 2018!
We'll post details about the 2019 banquet as soon as they're available, and we hope to see you there!
2018 Student Niner Media Awards:
Shameka Smith-Hamilton Memorial Award:
Tierra Holmes and Pooja Pasupula
George Harpster Service Award:
Hunter Heilman and Kathleen Cook
Friend of Media Award:
Mullen Publications
Randall Beavers Memorial Award:
Madison Dobrzenski
Spirit Award:
Frederick Brown
Niner Times Editor of the Year:
Jefferey Kopp
Student Niner Media Employee of the Year:
Kathleen Cook
Marketing Most Valuable Staffer:
Teely Yang
Radio Free Charlotte Most Valuable Staffer:
Chris Crews and William King
Sanskrit Most Valuable Staffer:
Melody Songer
Niner Times Most Valuable Staffer:
Chris Crews
Niner Times Writer of the Year:
Chimena Ihebuzor
Niner Times Rookie of the Year:
Madison Dobrzenski and Aaron Febre
Radio Free Charlotte Show of the Year:
Radio Free Charlotte Rookie Show of the Year:
"49 Line"
Radio Free Charlotte Veteran Show of the Year:
"Sting! Buzzing with Katy B" and "The Wild Side"
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Wildlife Habitat Relationships and Biodiversity
Assessing Wildlife Habitat Contributions of Green Roofs in Urban Landscapes: Measuring Avian community response to green roof factors
Wildlife habitat degradation is a leading cause of biodiversity loss, and largely attributed to urbanization. Green roofs have potential to provide wildlife habitat in urban areas by creating vegetation types. Vegetation structure and composition and green space cover were quantified for 12 green roofs and their surrounding landscapes in Michigan and Illinois in 2010 and 2011.
Roofs sampled included the Plant and Soil Sciences Bldg on the MSU campus, Ford Motor Company's Truck Assembly Plant in Dearborn, MI, Haworth Headquarters located in Holland, MI, Aquascape Headquarters in St. Charles, IL, and several roofs in Chicago (Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital, Gary Comer Youth Center, Downtown Chicago Park, McCormick Parking Structure, Chicago Cultural Center, Chicago Nature Museum, Michigan Avenue Structure, and Chicago City Hall). This project evaluated if green roofs could contribute to bird conservation by providing additional green space in urban landscapes. Associated objectives were addressed by collection and analysis of data on vegetation characteristics and bird communities on and surrounding green roofs.
Analysis of vegetation on and surrounding green roofs demonstrated significant differences between intensive and extensive green roof vegetation characteristics. Intensive roofs had taller perennial and woody species, whereas extensive green roofs generally had low growing, drought-tolerant perennial or shrubs species. Analyses of bird surveys demonstrated a tendency for birds to use intensive green roofs for more time than extensive roofs. In addition, intensive green roofs appear better suited to support a greater richness of bird species and successful nesting because of increased niche opportunities in vegetation. Ground foragers were observed on intensive and extensive roofs, and those in shrub and low canopy foraging and bark gleaning guilds (6 species) were only observed on intensive roofs with shrub and/or tree cover. However, successful nesting attempts have been observed on large extensive green roofs, indicating the ability of these roofs to also support nesting activities. Wildlife species that require shorter vegetation and less woody cover may be better supported on extensive roofs.
Comparisons of vegetation characteristics provided on green roofs with those required for various native grassland bird species habitat requirements demonstrated the ability of green roofs to provide bird habitat. Green roofs may be able to support native bird species due to the ability of green roof vegetation to fulfill grassland bird species habitat requirements. In addition, 25 non-invasive, native bird species were observed on green roofs, and nearly all bird species observed in 194 landscapes and not on green roofs are estimated to have a > 70% probability to occur on green roofs. Among these bird species with high occurrence probabilities are those with populations in decline throughout the Midwest United States. These estimates coupled with the ability of vegetation on green roofs to support the habitat requirements of species in decline demonstrate the ability of green roofs to provide habitat for species of conservation concern.
Green roofs were estimated to have higher median bird species richness than in surrounding landscapes. However, comparatively low use probabilities on green roofs indicate that birds primarily use landscapes and green roofs may function as complimentary bird habitat. The high bird species richness and low use probability for green roofs also suggest that birds may use green roofs as stepping stones to traverse urban areas. Bird species present in landscapes directly surrounding green roofs appear to influence which bird species frequently use green roofs, as those on green roofs are generally also observed in landscapes.
Future research is needed to examine the effect other green roof factors (roof height, human presence, non-native plant species, landscape matrix, lack of mesopredators) have on bird use and wildlife habitat connectivity. Green roofs with greater variability in roof size and vegetation structural diversity and/or roofs with similar structure could be studied to hone in on the bird community that uses a specific type of roof (e.g., intensive, native prairie vegetation with >60% cover, mean height of 1.1 m) and the effect various green roof factors have on observed and predicted bird communities. Telemetry studies could be used to further understand how birds move through the landscape, when they are on green roofs, and where they are nesting. Pre- and post-construction bird surveys of green roofs would help explain how to achieve bird conservation goals (i.e., abundance, species richness, diversity). Wildlife managers, land planners, environmental designers and policy makers who aim to improve ecosystem function and wildlife habitat quality in urban and developing landscapes may refer to this manuscript to better understand how wildlife communities may interact with green roofs, green roof vegetation, and surrounding landscapes. Presented information could be used to help select a wildlife group to target with conservation efforts through green roof installation. Results from our study could also demonstrate the ability of green roof installations to address conservation objectives at the landscape scale.
Our research has demonstrated that green roofs have the ability to drastically increase (>300%) the amount of green space that may provide ecosystem functions (i.e., stormwater management, air pollution mitigation) and that is important for wildlife conservation. Wide-spread implementation of green roofs focused on creating bird habitat throughout urban areas could help minimize population declines of various grassland and neo-tropical migratory bird species, and promote biodiversity conservation in urban areas. This study is not yet complete.
Birhouse on Chicago City Hall
Canada goose nest on the Ford Truck Assembly Plant in Dearborn, MI
900 North Michigan Avenue Parking Structure, Chicago (Oct 2011)
Comparison of Insect and Spider Species Presence and Composition Across Multiple Vegetated Roof Systems
With increased development of the built environment, the natural landscape continues to be lost and along with it much of the habitat necessary for invertebrate survival. This study attempted to determine how successful green roofs are at creating invertebrate habitat for insects and spiders and to identify the characteristics associated with green roofs that make them successful for invertebrate establishment. It was predicted that some vegetated roofs would provide a more favorable environment than others as invertebrate establishment would depend on vegetation type, roof area, roof height, roof age, substrate depth, and vegetation coverage.
The principle field methods for invertebrate collection included sweep net and pitfall traps; sampling occurred over a seven-month period (April-October) in 2010. Roofs sampled included the Plant and Soil Sciences Bldg on the MSU campus, Ford Motor Company's Truck Assembly Plant in Dearborn, MI; Haworth Headquarters located in Holland, MI, Grand Rapids Community College in Grand Rapids, MI, Aquascape Headquarters in St. Charles, IL, and the Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital, 900 North Bldg, and the Lurie Garden within Millennium Park in Chicago. All spiders and insects collected were identified to family level and organized and counted to calculate species abundance and richness, Simpson's diversity index (D), Shannon Weiner diversity index (H'), and Evenness (E). Analysis resulted in significance between the percent of roof covered with vegetation and insect and spider species abundance and richness. The size (area) of a green roof also significantly influenced the richness of insects and spiders present. Roof height, roof age, substrate depth, and vegetation type were not found to be significant factors influencing insect and spider abundance and diversity. In all cases, green roofs provided habitat for a variety of insects and spiders.
In this study the amount of vegetative cover present on a roof was a significant determinant of insect and spider abundance and richness. This study has shown that higher richness and abundance numbers will exist on green roofs with higher proportions of vegetation cover. The size (in area) of vegetated roofs was also found to be a significant factor contributing to insect and spider richness. Abundance numbers, however, were not influenced by the size of a green roof. Between the eight study sites, three were considered to have a large area (over 20,000 m2) with the other five having a smaller area (under 5,000 m2). The high richness could be attributed to the fact that two of the three larger roofs exhibited high plant variety -- Aquascape and Lurie – therefore, resulting in increased insect and spider variety. Other characteristics of green roofs (vegetation type [diversity and structure], substrate depth, roof height, and roof age) were found to have a much smaller influence on insect and spider presence than was originally hypothesized. Within this study it is of particular interest that the vegetation cover of green roofs had more of an impact on insect and spider abundance and diversity, than vegetation type as was recorded in other studies. This might be attributed to the fact that this study categorized vegetation into the two broad categories of low-growing (less than 0.5 m) Sedum roofs compared to mixed perennial roofs with more vegetation structure. Perhaps if vegetation data from the study sites were classified into individual species counts, the results would have been different.
Although age of a roof can prove to be a significant factor when determining insect and spider abundance and diversity, it was found to have no influence within this study. This is due to lack of age difference between the study sites. The oldest green roof was installed in 2003 and the newest was installed in 2008. With a difference in installation dates of only five years among the study sites, small variations existed in the number of years available for each roof to promote insects and spider establishment. Substrate depth and green roof height also were found to have no significant impact on abundance and diversity of insects and spiders between the study sites. Even the extremes of an urban sky scraper (900 North) and limited substrate profile (Ford) were not enough to prevent invertebrates from colonizing green roofs.
Results of this study also may have been affected by the collection methods used. The two methods of sweep net and pitfall traps were effective means of invertebrate collection, but the methods did display shortcomings at particular times. On certain roofs with a low substrate profile (Ford, PSS), the pitfall traps were difficult to fashion into small enough traps to effectively place in the substrate. Collection of pitfall traps one time a month also led to an over flow of collected invertebrates on certain sites. Sweep netting was found to be a limited collection method on roofs with low growing Sedum vegetation (Haworth) or during unfavorable weather conditions (ie, high wind, overcast sky, and cold temperatures). Another method of collection, sticky traps, was undertaken with little success. Although certain green roof characteristics were found to influence the presence or absence of insects and spiders, the results cannot be asserted as being conclusive. Several of the green roof characteristics that were analyzed in the study hold the potential to influence each other. For example, if a green roof is large in size, it may be expected to have high amounts of invertebrates present, but the roof also may possess the shallowest substrate profile and undesirable vegetation, both of which also influence invertebrate habitat. The confounding of these green roof characteristics is important, and caution needs to be taken when interpreting the results. This study is not yet complete.
Pitfall trap on the Haworth Building in Holland, MI
Butterfly on roof of Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital in Grand Rapids


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Jane Piper Clendinning is professor of music theory at the Florida State University College of Music. Professor Clendinning has published articles reflecting her interests in the history of theory, theory and analysis of twentieth-century music, computer pitch recognition, and computer applications in music theory. She teaches courses in eighteenth-century counterpoint, music since World War II, popular and world music analysis, music theory pedagogy, and accelerated undergraduate music theory. She has served as chair of the Advanced Placement Music Theory Test Development Committee, and as an AP reader, and is a regular consultant at AP Summer Workshops and Institutes.
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Guitar for Beginners – Lessons for the Beginner Guitar Student – Guitar Amp
When learning to play the guitar practice playing while plugged into an amplifier. Hearing yourself play the guitar through an amp will help you develop a lighter more sensitive touch. This will make you a much better guitar player. This is also a very important tip for the bass guitar player.


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Finding Maitri
"Be happy for those who are happy".
It sounds so easy and straight forward. Yet this mind set can be incredibly challenging and tricky. I myself have been struggling with this recently and need to get myself out of this destructive funk.
In Sanskrit, this virtue, the cultivation of friendliness towards those who are happy, is called Maitri. In Buddhism, Maitri, or Metta in Pali, is one of the Four Immeasurables, or sublime attitudes (the others being Karuna, Mudita, and Upekkha). Patanjali's Yoga Sutras also describe Maitri along with the other attitudes. He states that when the virtues are practiced consistently, our minds become calm and steady. While it is easy to say "I'm happy for you", to actually mean it is quiet a different thing.
Consider your coworker who recently received recognition. Were you happy for him? Or did you question the recognition and feel a twinge of jealousy? Or maybe the yoga student next to you in class was able to effortlessly rise up into a supported headstand while you struggled to maintain balance. Were you happy for her success in the pose? Or did you become competitive or envious of her? It's almost an impulse to react in such ways; however these mind sets are toxic to our well being.
According to B.K.S Iyengar, jealousy, envy, resentment, and all those negative emotions that come up actually drain energy from us, shrinking and hardening our emotional beings. On the other hand, if we full heartedly feel happy with our friends, coworkers, etc. we strengthen our own internal happiness. The more we look for happiness, the easier it will be to find and integrate into our lives (conversely if we dwell on jealousy or the injustices of the world, our view of the world will be tainted by those emotions).
But how the hell do we cultivate happiness for others when our immediate reaction is envy, jealousy, or even anger? I believe the answer to this is two fold.
First: We have to create a friendship with ourselves. It is impractical to say that we will have joyous relationships with others if we do not first have one with ourselves. We need to be happy with who we are and allow ourselves to celebrate our own victories; finding joy in ourselves. Of course we can take this to the extreme and become egotistical and self-righteous which would defeat the purpose. However, finding that balance between happiness with yourself and the desire to improve will greatly benefit your relationships with others.
Second: Practice. And like all things we practice, we are not going to be very good at first. When a situation arises and you catch yourself feeling jealous, envious, or any of those destructive emotions, pause. Take a moment to observe your reaction. Notice how your body feels when you experience those emotions. Then ask yourself, "what am I really upset by?", "Why am I comparing myself with this person?". After you explore your body's response and your thought process, see if you can find a sense of happiness. It might be a very small pulse of happiness at first. But slowly, with repetitive nourishment, this feeling will begin to grow and eventually happiness will overtake the envy, jealousy, and anger and become your new reaction.
So look for happiness. Dig it out from underneath the negative emotions. Put forth the effort into being happy, both for yourself and for other people. As a result you will have more emotional energy, healthier relationships, and you may even begin to receive some of the joys those around you are celebrating.
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Buying a luxury home is a big investment. However, if you have all the money and cash is not a problem, there are still some other necessities for you to consider. If you have identified Summerlin NV as the right place for you to buy the home, below are some of the things you need to have in mind.
It is fine to Negotiate
There are multiple high-end communites for sale in Summerlin. However, the price ranges from one home to the other. Even if you have all the money to buy the homes, it is still good to ensure you are getting value for your money. After all, it is something you worked hard to get. Shop around for homes and make sure that you consider the features in relation to the price.
Location is Key
Another thing you might want to have in mind is the location of the home. This is important especially if you are interested in buying a house with a beautiful view. Take your time to look at houses in different parts of this area before you settle on one.
Think About Hiring a Realtor
Next, you should consider working a real estate agent when making your purchase. This is important because such a professional has all the experience and the tools to assist you in finding the luxury home you have been dreaming about.
Consider the Security in the Area
For you to feel happy in your own home, you have to feel safe. When doing your research about some of the luxury homes in Summerlin, make a point of ensuring that the neighborhood is safe. Get to know what other homeowners in the area have to say about how safe the place. You need to ensure that the best security systems are being used to make sure that every resident is safe. You can look out for things like 24-hour surveillance, electronic monitoring, and availability of armed security guards among other things.
Consider the Availability of the Right Amenities
If you are going to buy a luxury home, you need to make sure that it has luxury amenities The right amenities can help you see value for your money. Most Lofts luxury homes tend to have different types of amenities. Nonetheless, some amenities can be considered basic. This means that each home needs to have them. They include swimming pools, Jacuzzis, landscaped gardens and access to WI-FI.


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Klaus Is Missing In 'The Vampire Diaries' Flash Forward & May Foreshadow Dark Times For This Original's Future
Anyone else starting to seriously wish that these Vampire Diaries flash forward scenes lasted a whole lot longer than a mere 30 seconds? Honestly, they've become my favorite part of the season — a notion that has only become more prominent now that it involves a potential Klaroline TVD reunion in New Orleans. As we saw from last week's little futuristic glimpse, Caroline was on her way to visit Klaus Mikaelson in the hopes of getting his help, however, when she arrived he's apparently nowhere to be found. That's right, my friends — Klaus is missing in The Vampire Diaries flash forward and evidently has been seen in three years, which begs the question... where the heck is he?
Those who watch The Originals know that the Mikaelsons are currently dealing with a prophecy that foretells the downfall of the Original family. Could this three year sneak peek into the future be hinting at how that storyline eventually turns out? I can't imagine that Klaus is dead. That man has always and will forever be considered indestructible in my mind. However, that doesn't mean that he won't end up being in trouble. The way I see it is that either a.) he's in hiding and trying to make a plan of what to do next, or b.) he's been kidnapped and is in serious need of a rescue. And now that Caroline has now been made aware of his mysterious absence, she would make the perfect candidate for the job. (Could this indicate more crossover potential in the future?)
I can't deny that I kind of love the idea of Caroline coming to Klaus' rescue rather than the other way around. As that phone call between the two of them proved, they still share a deep connection, regardless of how much time has gone by. And as much as Caroline tries to deny it, she has feelings for him. If she knew he was in trouble, she would find a way to help him. So let's hope she's able to track him down in these flash forwards. Because if their chemistry was that good with just being on the phone, imagine what it will be like when they're able to see each other in person again. (*swoons*)
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Welcome Home! Located at the end of a Cul-de-Sac with two parking spaces. This all brick 3 level townhome has been totally remodeled/updated in 2017. Wall removed for an open concept feel. Windows allow natural light in throughout the home. ALL NEW in 2017: Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, HVAC, Furnace, Roof, Windows, Beautiful Wood Flooring throughout home, Washer/Dryer, both Bathrooms and more! Owner changed from a gas stove to electric. Gas is still available. Walk out Basement. Home is centrally located off Glebe Road and Mount Vernon Avenue. Minutes to the Del Ray neighborhood, Crystal City shops, restaurants, Reagan National Airport, Pentagon City, movie theatre's and more. Neighborhood playground and swimming pool nearby. Stop in to view this open and airy end unit home. You will feel right at home!
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Belle Flutter Dress
Regular price $32.00
Beautiful shades of yellow all in one fabric, the perfect summer sun colours in a dress!
- 100% premium floral cotton fabric
- Backless with adjustable back straps; straps can be tied into different styles
- Two perfectly-sized flutter layers
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- Elastic back waistband, added 6-10cm waist length when stretched
- Matching floral bowband included
- Versatile dress! Wear it on its own for warmer days or match it with your favorite longsleeve flutter during winter for that perfect, chic blushkids style 💕
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There's never been a better time to straighten your teeth with the most advanced clear aligner in the world. Smile Makers Dental Center is proud to be a certified provider of Invisalign clear aligners, which give you a clear, convenient, and comfortable option to achieve the smile you've always wanted.
Invisalign aligners are the clear alternative to metal braces for adults and teens. These clear aligners are the virtually invisible way to improve your smile. Invisalign treatment can be a great solution for both adults and teens looking for a virtually invisible method to improve their smile. These innovations and technological advancements make it possible to fix nearly all common teeth-straightening and bite issues, from simple to complex — all without interrupting your busy life. And, thanks to a discreet blue dot on the outside of teen aligners, parents can be sure their child is wearing their clear aligners enough.
Invisalign treatment starts with a consultation with an Invisalign-trained doctor. Your doctor will evaluate your smile and then map out a precise, customized digital treatment plan that showcases the step-by-step transformation of your smile.
Once you approve your plan, your unique aligners will be created. You will wear each set of aligners for 20 to 22 hours a day, changing to a new set of aligners every one to two weeks, as directed by your doctor. Each set of aligners will gently and gradually shift your teeth into place, according to your treatment plan, until you reach your beautiful new smile.
We will create a unique, digital treatment plan that maps out the exact movements of your teeth. Your Invisalign clear aligners are then designed to apply the right amount of force to the right place at the right time based on your plan. We will be with you every step of the way to monitor your progress and ensure your aligners fit correctly.


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Published at Saturday, 11 May 2019. Color by Number. By Lacyann Perret.
First off, even though it may seem that children are quite restrained when coloring these coloring pages in terms of shapes, choice of colors and what not, color by number images can really be encouraging for some kids. Namely, there are children who feel frustrated when given too many choices and opportunities to make decisions. For some of them, having to pick colors and plan the way to color a picture might come as torture, making them feel anxious and nervous. That is why these color by number coloring pages are more than welcome: you are already told what to do, therefore you can relax and perform the actions. One more major benefit of color by number coloring pages is that not only young kids learn how to discern colors (in terms of primary and secondary ones), but they also learn how to put numbers in contexts other than counting. Here, numbers are presented as mere symbols that can and will occur anywhere else in real life.
Coloring will require basic hand-eye coordination skills, and color by number sheets will call upon specific concentration while children coordinate the number on the page with what color they actually need to use. These coloring diagrams will require that children color within specified areas with a predetermined color, and keeping the color within a defined area will help to develop hand and eye coordination. Children will learn to hold the marker, crayon, or colored pencil while controlling its movement in a way that will prevent the color from going beyond the outline.
Color by number printable can be differentiated for different students, Color by number pages do not have to be "integers only" pages. We like to use color by number pages to teach mathematics. Instead of giving a number for a space to color, we might give an addition problem: 2 + 3 =. Then, at the bottom of the page, we might say, "5 = purple". Kids would solve the problem, then color that space in depending on the color given for the answer. This gets kids practicing their skills with mathematics – addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, working with shapes – while completing a fun art project in the classroom. It's a best of both worlds scenario.
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weekly Digest
Congressional campaign finance reports fell hard and heavy toward the end of last week, and they suggest the outlines of the campaign season about to unfold. That may be especially true in Washington, where the primary election is only a few weeks away.
State budgeting (and revenues) remained a big concern during the month, while unemployment remains high everywhere (diminishing a bit in Washington, holding in Oregon).
As a reminder: We're now publishing weekly editions of the Public Affairs Digests – for Idaho, Washington and Oregon – moving from a monthly to a weekly rundown of what's happening. And we're taking it all-electronic: The print edition will be moving to e-mail.
That means we can include more information, and get it out a lot faster: The weekly Digests will be in your in-box first thing Monday morning. If you subscribe, of course: That's $59 a year, for 50 issues and the yearbook. Yes, including the yearbook. The Idaho Yearbook, which we published for years up to 2002, will return early in 2011 – in printed book form – and Digest subscribers get it for free with their subscription. And the Oregon and Washington yearbooks will be coming out at the same time.
If you'd like to take a look at one of the new weekly Digests, here's a link to the Idaho edition, to the Oregon edition and to the Washington edition. If you'd like to subscribe, here are the links (through to PayPal) for Idaho, for Oregon and for Washington.Share on Facebook


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400 Lbs Lost: This Charming Couple Made A Decision To Lose Weight Together, And They Succeeded
May 4, 2018 12:49 By Fabiosa
In 2010, Willie Gillis weighed 492 lbs, and he was far from comfortable with his situation. Not long after the birth of his goddaughter, he started to worry even more.
I thought I was probably going to be dead before my goddaughter turned five.
READ ALSO: 5 Daily Habits To Stick To If You Want To Lose Weight Without Extra Efforts
The 35-year-old warehouse clerk decided it was time to lose weight, if not for any other reason, at least for the sake of his goddaughter. And he was not alone. At the time, his wife, Angela, was also grossly overweight at 338 lbs.
We started losing weight on January 6, 2011, and never stopped.
Together, the couple decided to support each other and lose weight. From 5 minutes on a treadmill every day, they also began reducing their fast food with healthy meals. They also began using an app called Lose it! to track their progress. And they had lots of help from Google, finding hints about maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Gradually, they were able to pick up the pace. Angela was particularly excited about her progress and soon, she could run on the treadmill at speeds she never imagined.
Walking turned into jogging, and then I was like, 'Oh, I can jog longer than I could before', and it kind of became my thing.
The couple ran their first marathon in 2013 around Willie's neighborhood. And together, they never looked back. Till date, Angela has participated in 34 marathons and ultra-marathons and shaved off over 200 lbs. Willie lost 300 lbs and will be running his third marathon in October with Action for Healthy Kids.
They went through some rough patches in the process, but Angela says they found strength in each other.
We didn't want to give up on our ourselves or each other, and that's what carried us through. I know that together we can overcome anything.
READ ALSO: Individual Workout Plans: A Fast Way To Lose Weight
What to know if losing weight as a couple
Losing weight can be an uphill task, but having a partner on the journey can present benefits. Still, it can also present complications and cause more harm than good.Dragan Grkic / Shutterstock.com
Lydia Hanich, MA, psychotherapist, and author of "Honey, Does This Make My Butt Look Big?" says, "The advantages of dieting together include mutual support and inspiring one another." But when a couple is unable to reach a compromise about diet and routines, the weight loss process may suffer.
Couples should try to strike a balance, taking into consideration body type, metabolism, and temperament.
It worked for Lexi and Danny Reed
In 2016, this couple made a new year resolution to lose weight. And they made good on their commitment.
By the end of 2017, they had lost a combined weight of almost 400 lbs.
Their amazing story goes to show that with determination and understanding, weight loss can be a lot less of a burden that it is when going alone.
READ ALSO: 5 Ways To Improve Sagging Belly Skin After Weight Loss


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During our 8:00 am service, we have several hymns, but no choir and our singing is accompanied by guitar.
During our 10:00 am service, we have a choir, organ, piano, other instruments and we sing together using a variety of styles of music.
St. James Choir
Choir practice times are Thursday evening at 7:00pm and Sunday before the 10:00 am service.
New choir members are always welcome. Please contact The Music Director if you are interested.


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So a few years ago I stumbled on this recipe from Eating Well. I was looking for something different then the typical marshmallow covered sweet potatoes for Thanksgiving* (I have nothing against marshmallows but i was trying to be somewhat health). I have slightly changed it – but it has now become my go to recipe for holidays. I have also done the same thing with other veggies like butternut squash. SOOOO yummy.
2 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces (about 8 cups) *I have never weighed or measured what I have used as far as how many potatoes – I make tons
1/3 cup pur maple syrup *I can't confirm or deny that I don't usually double or trip this amount – I make sure there is plenty of juice for the potatoes to be glazed and roasted in!
2 Tbs butter, melted * again see note regarding Maple syrup – I am just consistent with doubling or tripling the butter as well. More butter is always better right? after all I found this recipe in a healthy eating magazine.
1 Tbs lemon juice *see notes above and remain consistent regarding doubling or tripling
1/2 tsp salt*double or triple – but be careful – I don't measure this, I just use my salt grinder….nothing worse than too much salt
Freshly ground pepper, to taste* our tastes like this a lot
*I found these (I'm not afraid to take help!):
Preheat over to 400 degrees F
Arrange sweet potatoes in an even layer* (important step) in a 9×13 glass baking dish* (I typically use a couple of these). Combine all other ingredients in a small bowl* (I usually do this in my oxo measuring cup that I have also melted the butter into the maple syrup in, why dirty another dish?) (sometimes when I am being fancy I just use bottled lemon juice!)
Poor the mixture over the potatoes. *(I typically use my hands to massage it all around and make sure all of those suckers got some of the yummy juice. again I won't confirm or deny taking a spoon and tasting that juice to make sure the seasonings are just right!)
Cover and Bake the sweet potatoes for 15 minutes. Uncover, stir and cook, stirring every 15 minutes, until tender and starting to brown, 45-50 minutes more.* (meh I just keep setting the timer for 15 minutes and I know it is done by the golden color and that most of the juice has actually turned into glaze. I like extra juice as it is yummy on the plate when it sort of combines with other things on your plate – but I am weird like that.
I usually make these a day ahead if it for something that I am cooking lots of things – like Thanksgiving. I just reheat them, the recipe note said to reheat in the oven – which I am sure is fine, but I typically reheat in the microwave.
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On the other side you'll find the stack of memos City Hall sent Saturday morning, and, as usual, it's a mixed grab bag of goodies covering some familiar topics. As in: Assistant City Manager Forest Turner kicks things off by telling Mayor Mike and the city council that we're gonna be exceptionally droughty till at least the end of October, if not long after that, and, sure, voluntary water restrictions are nice for now, but if we don't get real wet real soon, "it is estimated that Dallas could implement Stage I of the Drought Management Plan as early as Spring 2012."
Speaking of getting wet: One week ago today Dwaine Caraway gave Park and Rec head Paul Dyer an exceptionally hard time about the five pool closures as proposed in the FY2011-12 budget, with the former mayor insisting the city's done nothing to promote the pools, especially those in his district. Dyer insisted otherwise and provides proof in the packet, including fliers he says were sent to 175,000 Dallas ISD kiddos. He also says the new Dallas Aquatics Plan, mentioned last week, will be presented to the council on August 22 -- except, look, he's not sure how it'll be paid for. "The implementation of the plan is contingent on funding," he writes, "which could include future bond programs and/or the sale of Elgin B. Robertson Park." Which the city already tried to sell last year, till voters shot it down.
City Manager Mary Suhm includes some other budget info concerning her decision to reduce the number of furlough days for city employees, from eight to five. Which restores some money to city workers, but not a lot:
"While this proposal restores 1.17% of civilian employee pay, it leaves civilian employees' pay between 1.91% and 4.91% less than in FY 2009-10. The cost to restore each Mandatory City Leave day is $727,000 for the General Fund and $429,000 for the enterprise and internal services funds. The cost to restore the 5 remaining Mandatory City Leave days is $3.6m for the General Fund and $2.l m for the enterprise and internal service funds."
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You know who will get a nice hunk of change? Priority Fulfillment Service, an e-commerce company looking to take over 75,000 square feet of the 1,729,294 square feet in Renaissance Tower at 1201 Elm Street. Which is why the city's proposing giving the company $300,000 in an economic development grant if it meets certain conditions, including "the substantial completion of a minimum of $2,000,000 in tenant improvements, receipt of their Certificate of Occupancy and verification of the creation of 600 jobs to the site by April 15, 2014."
Oh, just look down.Friday, August 12, 2011 Memos