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Democratic gubernatorial candidate Bill White, speaking directly to voters in a new television commercial, is critical of Gov. Rick Perry and his plans to attend a fundraiser hosted by registered lobbyists.
White: You want to know who pulls the strings in Rick Perry's Texas?
[On screen headline]: "Austin lobbyists line up for Rick Perry fundraiser"
White: Check out the big fundraiser on Thursday in Austin at the fanciest hotel in town. They're 30 hosts, 29 of the 30 are registered lobbyists. Many used to work on Perry's staff. If you want state government to work for you, for all the people…
[On screen headline]: "White's ethics ideas could blunt lobbyist influence"
White: …people of both political parties, join our campaign. Help us move
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This ad is built around White's campaign theme that the incumbent Republican is in government for himself and the special interests who fund his campaigns.
Perry campaign spokesman Mark Miner responded: "Bill White continues to run a campaign of desperation funded by fellow trial lawyers. With a record of profiteering from Hurricane Rita, mismanaging Houston's finances and making millions of dollars from a company under investigation by Congress, it is clear who Bill White works for — himself."
However, White's facts on the lobbyists hosting the event are correct. Most are registered lobbyists. http://www.scribd.com/doc/36628564/Lobbyist-Ball At least six of them are former Perry staff members.


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Sunday, October 19, 2008
2008 Mt. Desert Island Marathon Report
My detailed plan (which I kept quiet about) had been to go out fast and see if I could hold on. Fast meaning fast enough to BQ. I knew the odds were very much against it (at least 200:1), but what the heck. If at the halfway point I couldn't hold on to that pace, I'd just run what I could to still finish with hopefully a decent time.
I learned that this is one of those plans that sounds good beforehand, but in reality it was pretty stupid. With my stomach acting the way it was, on top of going into this race under-prepared, I was miserable that second half. I won't do that again. However, I'm happy that I pushed through it.
The Morning
I woke up not really feeling sick, but at the same time I could tell something didn't quite feel right. A few trips to the bathroom confirmed what it was (I'm trying to be discreet). Still, I thought I had gotten it out of my system but not the case.
Saw Jim Gott, who I didn't think was going to make it, so that was good. Also met up with Ryan, Danielle and Tim. Tim is friends with Mindy and her husband Pete, who were also in attendance. They were going to ride their bikes around the course and cheer us on. Mindy proved to be a HUGE help late in the race, but I'll explain that later. Ryan, Danielle and Tim, by the way, all did very well.
Miles 0-5 - Speed
The starting cannon went off and so did we. I went out at a good clip feeling great, but the first mile was way too fast (7:12). I eased back to more acceptable levels and pushed. My stomach churned a bit, but was still okay. I was alone for a bit, but was hoping to link up with someone to run with. Just as I was thinking this, along comes Amanda.
Miles 5-10 - Pairing up
Amanda and I were moving along well together, and she was great company. However, I could tell that she had energy to spare and I knew I wouldn't be with her for the duration. Still, we hit our splits with ease and were having fun.
Miles 10-15 - Uh oh
Now my stomach was really churning and it became obvious that a bio break was desperately needed. Crap! (no pun intended) I was really enjoying Amanda's company and would have liked to have run with her a bit longer, but this was going to turn into a really embarrassing situation if I didn't take care of things soon.
Somewhere during mile 12 there was an open porta-potty and I ducked in. Fortunately, the pit stop only took somewhere between one and a half and two minutes. I hit the next mile in 7:18, but that was really tough, and it became obvious that I needed to slow down.
I also vurped (hybrid between a burp and vomiting, usually with less vomit than a full on ralph) a few times. The stomach was simply not doing well. I was afraid of anything with sugar so taking any Gu was out of the question and I limited drinking Gatorade, opting for water instead. I prayed I wouldn't cramp up and thankfully, I never did.
I crossed the half marathon mark in 1:38:57, which was :43 seconds quicker than last year when I finished in 3:21:37. But seeing how I was feeling, I knew beating that time wasn't going to happen.
Miles 15-20 - Keep moving
The splits continued to slow and I did some quick math and figured I could still break 3:30 even at this rate. The key was to just keep it slow and finish and try to ignore the hordes of runners that were now passing me.
Miles 20-25 - Hills of Death and Mindy the Angel
This stretch features some unrelenting hills that are really tough. Needless to say, my pace continued to slow. I was miserable. I vurped some more and just tried to concentrate on continuing to move.
Just as I was feeling my worst, along comes Mindy on her bike. Long story short, she rode by my side for around two miles and her company was extremely welcome. She also gave me some water which was great as it helped lessen my worries about cramping. More importantly, she lent a sympathetic ear to my whining about my stomach and she was extremely encouraging. Mindy got me close to the top of the hill and I urged her to go back and help Tim (who's from Florida and I mused could probably also use some help). Thank you Mindy! Also saw my father and step-mom drive by during this stretch which was nice and gave me a bit of a mental boost.
The Final 1.2 Miles - Final Stretch
Most of the final stretch is downhill, which of course is great. I was still pretty slow, but did pick it up a little.
A small uphill exists during the final few tenths of a mile, and at the crest of the hill, I saw another runner I thought I could pick off. The finish line was in sight and I put in my kick. Somewhat similar situation as last year. I passed him and like last year, I later found out he was in my age group. Cool. By the way, the guy was a great sport and said nice job.
I finished in 3:27:56, beating my time from two years ago by :02. My bib number that year was the same as this year, #40. Kinda eerie...
So all things considered, I'm pretty happy with how it all turned out. Definitely far from my best race in more ways than one, but it was fun. I'm glad I toughed it out and still finished okay. Good mental victory. I'm also very thankful that I never crapped my shorts during the run.
Ryan, Danielle, Tim and Jim all also finished well and seemed quite pleased with how they did. Very happy for them, especially Ryan since it was his first marathon and he exceeded his goals. Danielle also crushed her PR. Jim has been battling a calf injury and still finished strong. Tim did awesome especially considering that you can't get hills like this in Florida where he lives. Big congrats to Andrew for running his marathon up on Prince Edward Island in 3:00:05. Wow, smoking! And I win the beer!
1 - 7:12
2 - 7:32
3 - 7:24
4 - 7:13
5 - 7:23
6 - 7:24
7 - 7:29
8 - 7:30
9 - 7:24
10 - 7:34
11 - 7:34
12 - 9:06 (bio break)
13 - 7:18
14 - 7:50
15 - 7:54
16 - 7:48
17 - 8:09
18 - 8:13
19 - 8:24
20 - 8:20
21 - 8:30
22 - 8:41
23 - 8:46
24 - 9:15
25 - 8:28
26 - 8:06
last .2 - ?
2008 MDI Marathon Results
Overall placing: 78th out of 699
Age group (35-39): 15th out of 52
Ran 26.2 miles @ 7:56/mile pace.
Paved roads.
Extremely hilly.
Lower 30s to upper 40s, sunny.
Shorts, sleeveless shirt, Moeben sleeves.
No running for me until next Sunday. I'm going to overdue this recovery so I can hopefully get going on work for the Western States 100 on a smoother note.
Happy running!
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Way to push through. Never a happy time to have stomach isues.
Time to start the haying season for the really big show.
Take care.
- mindy said...
Awesome job Jamie despite the tummy troubles. I was glad to be of help and doubly glad you didn't yak on me. You looked super strong out there and killed it as usual! Congrats!!
- John said...
Way to preserve! Congrats. Enjoy your week of rest!
- Grellan said...
Well done on toughing it out and not crapping in your shorts Jamie. Rest easy.
- Andrew said...
Congratulations Jamie! Although I'm pretty upset about the beer.
- Thomas said...
Normally I would give out to you for following such a stupid strategy when you really should know better, but since I might be doing just that myself next week, I'll better be quiet.
Enjoy the beers, but really, it was a clear one-way bet.
- Sonhasrisenrunning said...
Great job on breaking 3:30! You marathon(and ultra) guys are a tough breed--keep up the good work.
- Damon said...
Great job under the conditions. Essentially, you ran the time I hope to run in 3 weeks, but you did it on a tough course while fighting GI issues. Very nice.
Get some rest. By the first of the year, it's time to start training for next June.
- UMaine Cooperative Extension said...
Jamie - Well done. Given the PF and the whole stomach issue you did quite well. Perhaps some depends would have helped?
- Sparkplug said...
Jamie, it was great to see you this weekend, and again, congrats on a good race! Especially given that you had stomach issues. Ugh.
Rest up and somehow I'm sure you'll be running fast again soon!
- Garry said...
Way to tough it Jamie! Great race report.
- Love2Run said...
Good 1st 1/2 and tough sledding on the 2nd tougher 1/2. Didn't Andrew tell you we drank your beer already? It was very tasty!
- sn0m8n said...
Bummer about the stomach, but nice job pushing through it. Great to hang out with you this weekend. Hyannis, you say? Hmmm...
- pathfinder said...
I seriously doubt I could tough out a race the same way you did...quite awesome! I hate verps!!
I will be back to running this weekend...damn excited about that
- GetBackJoJo said...
ohhh I can tell by those splits that the last few miles--esp. 23/24 were TOUGH. Good for you for getting through it with GI distress! And that course is so tough (I hear--it's on the someday plan). :) Such a catch 22 that fuel would've made it easier, but the stomach couldn't take it...
Congrats! Take that Break!
- Haliku said...
You were running a 3:30 time and "hordes of runners that were now passing me." ?!? That was a heck of a field of runners! Congrats on a strong race even with the mental/GI conditions.
Been following your blog for a while since Tim (bro)passed me Min's blog; you are an inspiration for my novice ultra career. Cheers!
- Mai Stad said...
It was a great race. Congratulations again. Despite not being trained for the hills, I enjoyed them and everything about course in general. Nice to meet everyone. Tim

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Bethenny Frankel's On/Off Boyfriend Found Dead In Trump Tower
Bethenny Frankel's on-again/off-again boyfriend, Dennis Shields, has died of a suspected overdose.
Shields was found dead in his Trump Tower apartment just after 9 AM ET, law enforcement sources tell TMZ. They also discovered that his assistant had administered Narcan, which reverses the effects of opioid drugs, however, he could not be revived.
Sources tell TMZ they believe that the 51-year-old overdosed on oxycodone, however, an autopsy is still pending.
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Dennis and Bethany started dating back in 2016, but had met 30 years ago. Their relationship was on and off, and back in May, Frankel opened up about her "complicated" relationship with Shields during appearance on Steve Harvey's talk show. She said:
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PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Documents detailing the dubious fundraising practices of a disgraced Roman Catholic religious order called the Legion of Christ were released to the public Friday, showing how the organization took control of an elderly woman's finances and persuaded her to bequeath it $60 million.
All fundraising is dubious when based on a myth that is sold by what amounts to a priestly Ponzi scheme.
The records include the first-ever depositions of high-ranking Legion officials. They shed light on the inner workings of a secretive congregation placed under Vatican receivership after the Holy See determined that its founder was a spiritual fraud who sexually abused his seminarians and fathered three children with two women.
The Pope worked for the New Inquisition within the Priesthood, inheritors to mass murder of untold thousands, including Serbs, gypsies, the Wise Women (with their abortifaciants), homosexuals ("fagots" with which to start the burning of heretics), and, yes, a scientist or two, not to mention the Cathari, the Jews of the Middle Ages and later, the Arianists, and all manner of rival religious movements and especially the Christian gnostics.
A Rhode Island Superior Court judge said last year that the documents raised a red flag because a steadfastly spiritual elderly woman transferred millions to "clandestinely dubious religious leaders." But they had been kept under seal until The Associated Press, The New York Times, the National Catholic Reporter and The Providence Journal intervened, arguing that they were in the public interest.
In effect, this scheme amounts to Indulgences on a grand scale: millions given to rascally priests so that one may be bought out of Hell or Purgatory, the priests empowered with special prayers to intervene in one's afterlife existence, changing God's mind, as it were.
Pope Benedict XVI took over the Legion in 2010 after a Vatican investigation determined that its founder, the late Rev. Marcial Maciel, had lived a double life. The pope ordered a wholesale reform of the order and named a papal delegate to oversee it.
Why did he not intervene when he was second in command? The next to top guy does the dirty work; it is his last challenge before payday: white smoke. And all this time Benedict oversaw dealings with pedophile priest in the U.S., aiding and abetting the obstruction of justice and the enabling of recidivist priests in finding new parishes and new boys to molest, or girls as the case might be.
The Legion scandal is significant because it shows how the Holy See willfully ignored credible allegations of abuse against Maciel for decades, all while holding him up as a model of sainthood for the faithful because he brought in money and vocations to the priesthood. The scandal, which has tarnished the legacy of Pope John Paul II, is the most egregious example of how the Vatican ignored decades of reports about sexually abusive priests because church leaders put the interests of the institution above those of the victims.
"Willful ignorance" has a technical legal meaning: it suggests acts just short of malice; it means turning one's gaze away from activities that should have been reported in each instance to child protective services, failure to do so being a crime. It suggests deprivation of the civil rights of the victims of the abuse, a violation of their most fundamental being.
The will of Gabrielle Mee, who died at age 96 in 2008, is the focus of the lawsuit. Mee's niece, Mary Lou Dauray, had alleged that Mee was defrauded by the Legion and unduly influenced by its priests into giving away her fortune. Her late husband was a onetime director of Fleet National Bank, which has since been absorbed by Bank of America.
There we have it: a dying widow is easy pray (pun intended): at 96, one has little will and can be subjected to undue influence. One imagines a Marcial Maciel whispering sweet nothings into the old gal's ears as she lay dying, telling her God has forgiven her for his sins, though he might put her in Purgatory a little while just to make sure he hasn't come across any entries that were overlooked in his big Omniscience computer system. A generous gift would buy her advance up the Heavenly Ladder.
Superior Court Judge Michael Silverstein ruled in September that Dauray could not sue, but he noted there was evidence that Mee had been unduly persuaded to change her trusts and will and give the Legion her money. Dauray's lawyer, Bernard Jackvony, said Friday that the documents being released show an orchestrated effort by higher-ups at the Legion to get Mee's money and cover up Maciel's misdeeds.
And just who do you suppose was overseeing the doings of the Legion and taking the God Father's share of the filthy lucre?
The Legion says its actions surrounding Mee and her estate were appropriate and honorable. It says it did not exert undue influence over her decision-making, and that the gifts she gave to the order were made of her own free will.
What "free will"? Very clever but ridiculous.
Among the documents being released are depositions given by top-ranking leadership of the Legion, including the Rev. Anthony Bannon, who was once Maciel's deputy, and the Rev. Luis Garza, current head of the Legion's North American operations. In one deposition, Garza acknowledged that he was on a committee of Legion officials that was created to distribute funds from one of Mee's trusts exclusively for Legion activities.
I should think the government might want to look into this Luis Garza. Taking advantage of a widow is unconscionable.
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It's terrible and it's outrageous and it's a blot on the Vatican and catholicism and all of that ... but so long as people continue to venerate and fear that organization and place it above the law, nothing ... Absolutely NOTHING Will Come Of This. The catholic church will continue to operate as though it is immune from prosecution so long as civil authority grants it that de-facto status.
Now, can someone tell me PLEASE when that day is coming and how soon it can be?
There appears to be an uptick in media attention focused on the RCC. With that, many more people may see the light. Much of the focus is on RCC scandals. At some point some congregants will want to distance themselves from the Church. And perhaps from religion of all kinds.
One can hope, James. Maybe it's time to provide our news media with a bit of feedback as it comes to this, let them know that these stories deserve exposure, attention, and more consideration of detail and back-story than they've gotten to date.
I can't say that they absolutely will listen. I CAN say that they won't listen if we don't talk.
I swear I can't even look at him, I see vile, depraved, disgusting, base creature of ill intent. Their silly vestments and gilded finery, it's maddening knowing what treachery they use against the masses to line their coffers and the legal establishment turns a blind eye!
Well, if you mean a blind eye to answers from the Vatican, guess again: they enjoy by treaty with the U.S. diplomatic immunity from prosecution. It also allows them to refuse to divulge information, including what Ratzinger knew and when did he know it. Just goes to show you, when the U.S. got to a point that it would extend diplomatic immunity to a church, Catholicism already had a strangle-hold on the U.S. people. The guy who got all of those documents on California molesters had to go to hell and back to get them. He said the struggle was Herculean.
Here this "sinful" group of privileged men has for centuries been shaming virtual innocents as "sinful" no doubt causing all kinds of psychological, physical and financial hardships. They have denied women needed health services and permission to manage the size of their families according to their available resources and ability to care for them. Women have even been sentenced to die in difficult pregnancies and childbirth and to remain in abusive marriages. Catholics in third world countries live in deplorable situations while these frauds live in luxury. It is disgusting, criminal and unforgivable.
I actually think they should turn their cathedrals and the buildings that often surround them into homes to shelter the homeless. That would be a much better use of monies from the collection plates, not therapy for sick priests and hiring lawyers to defend against the molestation suits. The sheep who eat the cracker and drink the wine Sundays only go to be seen, to talk business on the church steps, and to assure one's place in a hereafter that does not, cannot exist.
And you know for years I've tried to respect their right to believe whatever tripe they choose, but I can no longer extend that respect when the whole of the church body knows the truth. They KNOW that these men were protecting pedophiles, not only protecting them, but enabling them to offend again and again, it is as much their fault as it is the fault of Ratzinger. They should all be held to account, they can't claim they had no power, they had all the power, if they leave the church in protest, the money leaves the church, take the money and well....
No respect, no rhythm, no consideration, zip-zilch, nada, NUTHIN'. What little positive they do is so badly outweighed by the infallibility crap, all the pomp and circumstance to no purpose, the condemnation of people who were born a certain way and are who they are regardless of their stupid dogma, and most of all the CHILD ABUSE ...
I mean, why should I grant them ANY consideration at all?
I hurt my neck nodding at that Loren, quick call the chiropractor!
You said it. But while dabbling in the occult I learned one of their maxims and then added a bit from theoretical physics and came up with the notion that when the ancients said "As above, so below," they might have meant both vertically and horizontally. Then you get the relativity bit: who should we dislike more, the RCC or Congress? In the first, you get protection from exposure of your pedophilic peccadillos, while in the second you get insider trading brought over by K Street toads handsomely rewarded by the 1%, the Plutocracy, including the Street. As there, as here.
Great point James, I found myself thinking of the Baphomet drawing... it was one of those odd moments in life, you have a way with words sir...
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*Sighs* I had basically promised my long-lost Cadignan cousin in Martinique, Christian, that I would come visit this July. And when I said it, I totally meant it. But now that next summer is around the corner, my financial situation has not miraculously resolved itself in the way the naive Anulkah v2009 had hoped. It's hard to justify another big trip just months after going to Panama for the holidays, so I just sent Christian an e-mail letting him know I would not be able to make it to Martinique anytime soon. But I want to make progress in my research, so where do I go now?
Back to Reality
I was blessed enough to have visited Panama three times over the last three years. With each trip I set high family history research goals that were never met. The last two trips were for the weddings of two of my dear cousins, which also drew relatives from far and near to Panama City. These vacations were thus high on family "now" time and low on family history time. After this last trip, I have finally learned a lesson: a family fun trip simply does not equal a genealogy research trip – at least not for me. Research must be the main event and not a sideshow for me to really make any significant progress during a trip to Panama. Once I get my money right (or at least "righter"), I can plan more seriously for productive trips to Panama, Martinique, and other destinations for my family history research that is separate from any other large family gatherings or events.
Back from Panama
My trip to Panama over the holidays was packed with two straight weeks of family parties, amazing food, a gorgeous wedding, and more. I didn't expect to get a great deal of research done given that most of my Vallee-Colomb relatives would be in Panama City for Kathy's wedding. But I did get something done, thanks to my seemingly unending quest to get my cedula (Panamanian identification card). During this trip I paid a few visits to the Registro Civil, the government agency that records the births, deaths, marriages, etc. of the country's inhabitants. While we were at the Registro I was able to obtain some vital records pertaining to my grandparents. I got certified birth, marriage, and death records for my grandparents (pictured below), but unfortunately there was not anything on file for any of my great-grandparents.
The information on the birth certificates confirmed the birth date and place information I already had for my grandparents. However, Hilarion's birth certificate carried a misspelled version of his mother's first and last names (Josephines Codigan instead of Josephine Cadignan). Nana Tere's mother's first name also appeared in a different form than I had seen it before, being spelled as Edalanise instead of Edelanive. This, combined with the fact that she was known as Katherine/Katarina within the family, leaves me pretty dang clueless as to what her given name really was. I take all of this as useful data that will guide my ongoing research.
Back on track
The next, most pressing thing on my task list is to conduct a phone interview with Carol, whose business card is pictured above with the certified vital records. My mom introduced me to this cousin of hers while we were in Panama. Unlike other members of her generation, Carol has kept in touch with some of our Colomb relatives in St. Lucia. And luckily for me, she has purposefully gathered quite a bit of information about the Colombs over the years. I recently acquired a device that enables the recording of (landline) phone conversations for another project I am working on. I can't wait to put it to use for my genealogy research!
Back to ancestry.com
While I sort all this other stuff out, one place I know I can go to is Ancestry's Ultimate Family History Journey Sweepstakes webpage. I've been logging in everyday this week and will continue to until the contest ends in April. Among other goodies, like being able to consult with expert genealogists, I could (ahem, I mean, WILL) win $20,000 in travel money. So if I play my cards right, the next stop on my genealogical journey may consist of a world-wind tour of all three of my islands! And I'll finally get to meet my cousin Christian. 🙂


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2012: Looks to rebound after a sophomore year that was cut short due to injury … should see her at-bats as either the designated player or as the Spartans' left fielder … is an explosive athlete that should be a great table setter for the Spartans at the top of the line up ... brings a high level of athleticsm to the Spartan squad.
2011: Was limited to 18 games with 16 starts before suffering a season-ending injury midway through the year ... hit .446 as she was 25-for-56 with 14 runs scored and one stolen base ... tied a career high with four hits in the March 28 game against Hood while she also had a career-high seven total bases ... had at least one hit in 13 of her 18 games including seven mult-hit games ... scored a season-high three runs against Maine-Presque Island on March 5 ... stole her lone base of the year against Stevenson on March 30 while she was also 3-for-4 in that game ... had an on-base percentage of .483 as she drew just four walks during the year ... was a second-team All-CAC selection for her efforts during the year.
2010: Played in 44 games for the Spartans, earning a start in 41 of those contests … hit a team-best .464 as she had 58 hits in 125 at-bats … scored 41 runs which tied her for the team lead … had one double and 14 RBI for a slugging percentage of .472 … coaxed 14 walks as she had a .518 on-base percentage … stole eight bases in 10 attempts … had six sacrifice hits … was named the CAC Rookie-of-the-Year for her efforts as a freshman … collected her first collegiate hit in the February 28 season opener against Gwynedd-Mercy …established a career-high with four hits in the April 7 game against Wesley … also had three RBI and two runs scored in that victory over the Wolverines … had at least one hit in 36 of her 44 games … had multiple hits in 16 games … fashioned a 19-game hitting streak from March 1 through March 27 … had her lone extra base hit of the year on April 9 against Gallaudet as she was 3-for-3 with two runs scored and an RBI … had multiple stolen bases twice during the year, swiping two bags against Juniata on March 18 and against Wesley on April 6.
Personal: Is the daughter of Michael and Maureen Hugel … is an entrepreneurship major and a French minor … names her parents, Michael and Maureen, as the people she most admires … lists Philadelphia Phillies' centerfielder Shane Victorino as her favorite professional athlete … was a first-team All-Conference selection as a senior at Conestoga High School.


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15 Sure Signs Of An Emotional Affair
15 Sure Signs of An Emotional Affair When people are having an emotional affair it's fair to say they are in denial about the situation. No one likes to think they are being unfaithful or that they're the "bad guy" for doing the wrong thing in their relationship. However, denial doesn't change the fact that you may be having an emotional affair. Emotional affairs happen by accident 99% of the time.


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Same-Sex Marriage Cases Get Supreme Court Review
WASHINGTON- The Supreme Court is taking a potentially historic look at same-sex marriage by agreeing to hear two cases that challenge governments' different treatment of gay Americans.
The focus in one case is California's constitutional amendment that forbids same-sex marriage. The other case deals with a federal law that denies to those who can marry legally the right to obtain federal benefits that are available to heterosexual married couples.
Supreme Court cases often take twists and turns that limit the scope of the eventual decision. But the justices' action on Friday gives them the chance to say whether gay Americans have the same constitutional right to marry as heterosexuals.
The same-sex marriage cases likely will be argued in March with a decision likely by the end of June.


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QB quickly assumed lead role, now eager as team hits the field Sunday,
Sunday, August 05, 2007
By James Varney
BATON ROUGE -- Four years after arriving at LSU, Matt Flynn took the reins as the first-string quarterback at practice Saturday.
"If feels good," said Flynn, a senior from Tyler, Texas. "I'm not going to say it was a relief, but it's nice to go out there and know you're the guy and your team is looking up to you to perform and take a leadership role. We've been talking about if for a long time, so it felt good to go out there and actually play some football."
The opening practice, with the players in un-decaled helmets and shorts, was designed as much to get players used to the heat as anything else.
In the portion open to the press, Flynn threw to wide receivers running fly patterns, then, working with tight ends, threw short slants and both short and long out passes. For the most part, he looked sharp, and at times he shook hands and chatted with senior Early Doucet, a wideout expected to be the Tigers' main receiving threat.
Players said Flynn immediately embraced his new role after the departure of junior JaMarcus Russell, a first-team All-SEC quarterback who led LSU to an 11-2 season before leaving school early and becoming the top pick in the NFL draft last April.
In the previous two years in which Russell was the starter, Flynn appeared as a backup in 14 games and took over in the 2005 Southeastern Conference championship when Russell's shoulder was injured against Georgia. LSU lost that game badly before Flynn produced an outstanding performance against Miami in the Peach Bowl, a game on which most of his reputation among the Tiger faithful rests.
Flynn finished his junior season completing 12 of 20 passes for 133 yards with two touchdowns and one interception. Considered a good runner, Flynn also scored his first career rushing touchdown against Tulane, and for the season he gained 86 yards on 13 carries.
He began to adjust to his new role during spring practice.
"Since JaMarcus left, I've believed that was going to happen -- and I've never really doubted myself," he said. "So, I've kind of taken the same attitude from the spring until now."
Under new offensive coordinator Gary Crowton, Flynn said LSU has not completely abandoned its old offense
"There's going to be some changes, but nothing that people will step back and say, 'Wow, that's so much different than what they did in the past,' " Flynn said. "We're going to incorporate some of Coach Crowton's plays that he's run over the years, and we're going to keep some of (former offensive coordinator Jimbo Fisher's) stuff because a lot of the older guys are comfortable with that, and it's been successful. So there's no reason to change what's been successful."
Flynn said the Tigers will incorporate more shotgun formations and some rushing wrinkles. Might one of those new wrinkles, given that Crowton's offense at Oregon last season led the Pacific-10 in rushing and Flynn's ability there, be a more scrambling signal-caller?
"Maybe," he said. "There could be."
Expectations are high for the Tigers, who are ranked No. 2 in most national polls. Flynn and other players said Saturday they will set high goals for this season and be disappointed if they are not met, but they declined to specifically address the national championship.
"We know how good we can be, and it's going to be a lot of hard work," Flynn said. "I mean, every year there's high expectations for this team, so you can't listen to what people are saying, what people are projecting us to do.
"You just have to be confident in yourself and your teammates."
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Document As You Go
Even in the middle of the bomb job's 100-hour weeks, I insisted that we maintain our house coding standards and documentation. There are three reasons for this:
- It reduces bugs early on. A rule of thumb indicates that a bug costs three times as much to fix at each release stage after writing. Early documentation of each word/function will reduce your bug level regardless of the programming language. This alone pays for the effort and reduces delivery time. Make sure that you document why as well as what. Your maintenance programmers will thank you.
- Managers like manuals. They may not understand them, but a neatly formatted PDF manual impresses and gives a good indication of programmer mindset and whether this code will be maintainable.
- Especially if your code is safety critical, verification, and validation of some form will be required. Doing it after the code has been written is an awful job.
We use a literate programming system called DocGen. Doxygen and friends are available for many other languages. The cardinal requirement for any such system is that the documentation is never separated from the code. If it is, the documentation and code will become out of step as soon as you enter thrash mode.
A good literate programming system will allow you to generate chapters, sections and simple formatting. If you can include images and generate an index, so much the better. Other facilities that can be useful are a selection of output formats, e.g. PDF and HTML, and conditional generation which allows you to produce different versions for programmers and end-users, or to produce different versions for different operating systems.
To use a language well, you have to exploit its best features. With an extensible interactive language such as Forth, the interpreter and compiler can be available a runtime. You can use them for configuration scripts, application macros, CGI scripting, SOAP servers, XML parsing and remote debug access. End-users can use the tools too if you provide a set of words tailored to their needs. You can treat Forth as a toolkit for producing application-specific languages. The two examples below come from DOS and Linux systems:
[COM COM2: 38400 baud N,8,1 COM]
which defines how COM2 will be used.
s" /dev/ttyS0 115200 baud 8n1 1 dtr 1 rts DOS" r/w sd0 open-gio ...
which opens a Linux serial port as required for a building management system. The text after the device specification is interpreted by the word open-gio.
In hosted system, we use mini-languages for parsing resource scripts and for defining external shared library interfaces. The following code fragment is a Forth definition.
Extern: BOOL PASCAL PostMessage( HWND hWnd, UINT Msg, WPARAM wParam, LPARAM lParam );
The three previous examples take advantage of Forth's extensibility. The compiler itself is available to Forth programmers, who use it to produce new compilers. The word Extern: above produces both a Forth word and a code generator.
The use of interactivity enables remote debugging across the world. Our PowerNet TCP/IP stack provides a Telnet server. You can access the remote Forth system's text interpreter to find out what is going on. Although we tend to think of this as big system functionality, it's a reality in single chip systems these days. A build of a an open Forth system (interpreter and compiler) with serial and Ethernet drivers, TCP/IP stack, DHCP and multi-threaded web and Telnet servers requires about 116KB of code space and 32KC of RAM (we've also done it with 16KB of RAM). Single-chip 32 bit microcontrollers provide enough code and RAM space.
We needed the interaction when a client's client-placed instruments on a raw Internet feed with no protection at all. The instruments were attacked within four minutes of being connected. After investigation using a Telnet connection from 4000 miles away, we were able to see the symptoms, diagnose the problem and enhance PowerNet's security to pass Linux server tests. The on-board Forth and connectivity saved time and money.
The Candy system is a project control package for the construction industry by Construction Computer Software (CCS); see Figure 4. It is used all over the world for large and small building projects. It planned the Hong Kong airport and metro. Candy consists of about 850,000 lines of Forth source code built on VFX Forth for Windows. The core development team is remarkably small and their productivity is dependent on strong project management using a surgical team approach. The application layer team uses an object oriented approach and notation designed for people who know about construction. Interactive debugging is available in the running application.
Commercial laundries use gravity driven monorails, points (switches in North America) and lifts to move bags of washing around. The control system and panel for one of these is Tracknet, a Forth application by Micross Automation.
What's Next?
In a future article, I describe some of the experimental and bleeding edge Forth systems, including changes to the Forth VM and multi-core stack machines in silicon. You thought your four core box was hard to program -- wait until you have 24 or more cores to deal with.
- Construction Computer Software, Cape Town, South Africa
- MicroProcessor Engineering, Southampton, UK
- Micross Automation, Ross-on-Wye, UK
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What Saint President Hero for life Reagan (for RePIGliCON's anyway) had to say ...
... about Social Security. And given how much RePIGliCON's worship Reagan, I wonder if they will even bother to listen to what he had to say about Social Security back in 1984.
Norman Goldman has an audio link on his website where Reagan talks about Social Security and its impact on the debt, which he was running up. Listen here, along with an intro by Norman Goldman.
Norm says lets make this clip viral and this is my effort to get it out there, because don't you know, the RePIGliCON's out there want to cut and privatize and steal Social Security and the money involved for themselves and their billionaire fat rat pig bastard buddies on Wall Street. And I hate to say it but far to many people in this country are either so god damned stupid or uniformed and ignorant that they'd fall for the RePIGliCON claims and hand it over to the fat rat pig bastards on a silver platter.
And by the way, I am so fucking sick and tired of hearing Social Security and Medicare called entitlements that I could scream, and more. We worked for, and paid for and earned those benefits. Call them that! Call them earned benefits!
And now back to your regularly scheduled programming .... Stumble It!


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by: Doogie Horner
1. Your name is hard to spell (and being Polish didn't help either).
2. Congratulations, you're number 51!
3. The editors at Vulture can't remember whether or not you're dead, and they don't feel like googling it.
4. Maybe people refuse to take you seriously because you never stop clowning around?
5. Too edgy!
6. Not edgy enough.
7. You only perform in North Korea.
8. People should know you, but won't.
9. People shouldn't know you, but will.
10. You're always eating a sandwich on stage and it makes it hard to understand you sometimes.
11. Your tenure as 42nd President of the United States overshadows your comedy career.
12. Crooked candy corn teeth
13. You're not funny, so just knock it off.
14. Politics! (see reason 11)
Doogie Horner is a comedian, author, and graphic designer. He is a suppurating wound of comedy.
If you are a Philadelphia comedy performer that produces a podcast, web series, sketch video, humor column, or any other online content let us know by emailing us at email@example.com so we can share it!


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06 Nov 2013 Wilbert Kraan
During last week's EDUPUB workshop, I presented a demo of how an IMS QTI 2.1 question item could be embedded in an EPUB3 e-book in a way that is engaging, but also works across many e-book readers. Here's the why and how. One of the most immediately obvious differences between a regular book and an […]Assessment Packaged Content Mobile Learning Assessment (Technology) Widgets Standards


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The executive director of California's health insurance exchange says he is hiring 400 call center workers with the goal of alleviating telephone backlogs that have frustrated applicants.
Covered California executive director Peter Lee said during a visit to a Fresno call center on Monday that he expects the added help to bring down the average wait time and to better serve speakers of Spanish and other languages. More than 250 people started work at the Fresno center on Monday, and Lee says the exchange will add another 150 workers there in coming weeks.
Covered California is the state's health insurance exchange under the federal Affordable Care Act. Since it was launched last fall, 625,000 Californian's have signed up. Open enrollment ends March 31, which Lee expects to be a busy month.


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The ratings apply to long- and short-term commitments, with and without the guarantee of collection.
The ratings apply to long- and short-term commitments, with and without the guarantee of collection.
Acceptable results in challenging external conditions.
A dialogue between the companies amid challenging conditions in aluminium markets.
An open meeting presenting the details of a new action plan.
Landsvirkjun's results for the first nine months of the year 2019.
According to Moody's, the upgrade reflects the continued improvement in the company's credit profile.
Outstanding companies build their business on a strong foundation and are focused on the interests of investors and shareholders.
Kristín Linda has participated in various international co-operations on environmental issues.
Strong cash generation and a historically high equity ratio.
Follows successful placing of a USD 200m green bond in 2018
The original power contract between the companies dates from the year 1975.
Net debt continues to decrease and the equity ratio strengthens.
The assets and transfer of the shares have negligible effect on the balance sheet and operations of Landsvirkjun.
Jónas Þór Guðmundsson re-elected chairman of the board.
S&P Global Ratings revises Landsvirkjun's rating outlook from stable to positive on improved financial position.
Landsvirkjun owns 64.7% of Landsnet.
The Green Bond Pioneer Awards are the premier annual recognition of achievement by organisations, financial institutions, governments and individuals who have demonstrated leadership through pioneering initiatives and green issuance and have provided positive examples of climate resilient and low carbon investment in a diverse range of nations and markets.
Another record year for power generation and operating performance.
Operations have already begun in Blönduós and construction work to expand the data center is currently underway.
Net debt decreased by USD 238.7 million from the previous year
Rio Tinto Alcan Iceland and Landsvirkjun have today agreed on a modified power supply agreement to better reflect the power requirements of ISAL, Rio Tinto Alcan's aluminium plant at Straumsvik.
Could increase expertise on volcanoes
The first report to be published only via the web
Assessment indicates no or limited risk to Landsvirkjun´s facilities and operations
Profit for the period amounted to USD 34.5 million
Visiting centers open all of August
Halslon and Blanda reservoirs likely to fill up in August
Standard and Poor's credit rating agency has changed Landsvirkjun's outlook from stable to positive. On July 18, Standard and Poor´s announced a similar change for the outlook of the Republic of Iceland´s credit rating.
Operations are expected to begin in the year 2016
Dr Gunnar Guðni Tómasson has been appointed as Executive Vice President of the Project Planning and Construction Division.
Moody's credit rating agency has confirmed Landsvirkjun's credit rating at Baa3, stable outlook. Without the guarantee of collection the rating is Ba2.
Preparation measures for the Þeistareykir Geothermal Power Station will continue this summer.
Over 400 guests attended Landsvirkjun's Annual Meeting this year ...
The 2014 Reykjavík Arts Festival will mark twenty eight years of celebrating this 'multidisciplinary' festival ...
The proposal put forward by the Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs, with regard to the election of board members ...


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Whole Wheat Pancakes
These are the BEST tasting, light and fluffy whole wheat pancakes made from scratch – high in fiber, so they leave you feeling full and satisfied throughout the day.
Whole Wheat Pancakes
I perfected these whole wheat pancakes after testing batches and batches until they were just right. Everything a whole wheat pancake should be – fluffy, low-fat, and tasty!
My original pancake recipe called for oil and egg whites, I found using the whole eggs and eliminating the oil worked out much better. I also slightly increased the baking powder, make sure it's not expired or the pancakes will be flat. Any slight changes you make to this recipe can yield a different result, so I suggest making them exactly as written.
I used 100% white whole wheat flour which I prefer because my kids don't realize it's whole wheat. You can find this by King Arthur, Bob's Red Mill or Trader Joe's, but regular whole wheat works fine too, just don't use pastry flour.
I like mine topped with berries and a little pure maple syrup or blueberry compote. I make all the pancakes and refrigerate or freeze the rest for instant breakfast to enjoy throughout the week.
Whole Wheat Pancakes
- 2 cups white whole wheat flour, I use King Arthur
- 4 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups + 2 tbsp fat free milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- cooking spray
- Mix all dry ingredients in a bowl. Add wet ingredients to the mixing bowl and mix well with a spoon until there are no more dry spots; don't over-mix.
- Heat a large skillet on medium heat. Lightly spray oil to coat and pour 1/4 cup of pancake batter. When the pancake starts to bubble, you may add your fruit if you wish. When the bubbles settle and the edges begin to set, flip the pancakes. Repeat with the remainder of the batter. Makes 14 pancakes.
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Louisa May Alcott's classic is perfect for young romantics as well as nostalgic mature ladies
Louisa May Alcott's classic Little Women is one of those novels you either love or love to forget. It's sweet or cloying, buoyant or overblown, fiery or flagging — and so is the musical, Colonial Players' last offering of 2011. Jason Howland's contemporary score, embellished with eight period songs to cover scene changes, offers some highs and humdrum, presented by some gifted performers and a supporting cast of sweet young things. Think Broadway meets Victorian parlor recital.
Director Beverly van Joolen makes good on her promise to "whisk you back to a quieter, more gentle era." But it's an era covered so often in this region that it rarely excites. The set feels right. The parade of costumes is impressive. This cast studied deportment, Civil War letters and the novel in an effort to bring historical accuracy to their roles, and it shows. Still, there's something missing. It's called urgency.
The March family are five women waiting for Mr. March's return from war. There's independent Jo (Emily Sergo); shy Meg (Kaelynn Miller); sweet Beth (Bronwyn van Joolen); vain Amy (Hallie Parrot the young Amy and Karen Grim the older); and their adoring Marmee (Wendy Baird).
They are a sisterhood as varied as all siblings, but they are perfect children by modern standards, even when they misbehave. They romp with their young neighbor, the dashing heir Laurie (Jeffrey Walter), who is smitten with Jo. They dream of romance through Jo's fanciful tales. Then they grow up.
Meg marries Mr. Brooke (Chris Leabhart), Laurie's tutor. Bridezilla Amy catches Laurie on the rebound. Jo will marry an intellectual, Professor Bhaer (Kevin James Logan). Beth dies, and Daddy lives, facts I trust will come as no great surprise to most theater-goers. Stern Aunt March (Beth Terranova) and crotchety Mr. Laurence (Ed Wintermute) periodically track turmoil into the abode, and nine supporting actors (mostly children) act out Jo's tales of passion and peril.
The leads are well cast and talented singers, but Sergo, Baird, Logan and Walter are stunning. Still, my favorite moment is van Joolen and Wintermute's rousing duet Off to Massachusetts, the ditty that will tickle your brain for days. Other highlights include Walter's romantic plea Take a Chance on Me, Logan's bitter reflection How I A, and Sergo and van Joolen's sentimental duet Some Things Are Meant to Be.
For dramatic entertainment, Terranova takes the prize, her every look and step nuanced for effect as the insufferable snob.
Judging by audience reaction, I recommend this show for young romantics and mature ladies nostalgic for Grandma's tales, but it is a rare man who will be enthralled by this story.
Ever since Colonial Players changed A Christmas Carol to a biennial event, the company has been conflicted about how to honor the holiday. This year the one holiday scene in Little Women is played for all it's worth. There's a tree in the lobby, carolers and pre-show events, including Stories with Santa on Sun., Nov. 27 and a holiday sing-along on Sat., Nov. 26, all at 1pm.
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Little Women by Knee, Dickstein and Howland. Director: Beverly Hill van Joolen. Choreographer: Alicia B. Sweeney. Set designer: Pat Browning. Sound designer: Wes Bedsworth. Light designer: Terry Averill. Costumer: Julie Bays. Vocal director: Deborah Brown. Conductor and accompanist: Ryan Shookman.
Playing Th Nov. 17 thru Sa Dec. 3 at 8pm Th-Sa; 2pm Su; 2pm Nov. 26; at Colonial Players, 108 East St., Annapolis. $20 w/discounts; rsvp: 410-267-6580; thecolonialplayers.org.


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Towner Art Gallery, the contemporary art museum, presents a unique programme of major exhibitions of contemporary and historic visual art alongside displays from the internationally renowned Towner Collection.
Towner's new home in the heart of the vibrant Cultural Quarter has repositioned its exhibitions and activities where they can be enjoyed by all. The new gallery occupies a dramatic site set back from the town's seafront, with stunning views of the South Downs. Towner is fully accessible and includes exhibition galleries of an international standard, activity and meeting rooms, café bar, shop and large-scale exhibition and conference halls.
In addition to inspiring and thought-provoking exhibitions, Towner offers a programme of talks and events, as well as workshops for children and families.
Towner Art Gallery welcomes families to drop in at any time on Saturdays and Sundays, when art materials and learning packs are provided free of charge for use in the gallery's activity spaces.
All areas of Towner Art Gallery are acccessible. There is a lift to all floors.
Manual wheelchairs can be provided for visitors with mobility difficulties.
Assistance dogs welcome.
Magnifying glasses and large print versions of our brochures, exhibition guides and artwork labels are available from the welcome desk.
Baby changing facilities in male & female toilets.
Cloakroom available at the welcome desk.
Parking: There are 7 blue badge holder spaces in the car park next to Towner.
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Towner is 10 minute walk / 5 minute taxi ride from Eastbourne station. Follow Gildredge Road, cross over South Street and Furness Road, and continue on to College Road. Towner is situated at the end of the road at the left, where College Road meets Carlisle Road.
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The gacInstall provider installs a GAC assembly on a destination computer when its corresponding DLL file is not installed on the source computer. This can be useful when the source is a build computer on which you do not want to have the DLL installed in the GAC, or when the source is a package (.zip file). The provider can also take a DLL that is installed in the GAC on the source and copy it as a file on the destination.
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Little did the Nobel Laureate know at the time, that mathematics would save him from losing his mind, during his imprisonment in 1997. "When I was imprisoned, I was thrown into solitary confinement. I had been placed under trial but it was a barren existence. I invented games in my head. I began doing mathematics again. I'd scratch on the floor of the cell with a stone, working out permutations and combinations, using different formulae. Hours would pass but it nearly drove me crazy too," says Soyinka, who later managed to befriend the jailor and smuggle in a book to read. He later began to make ink out of smuggled in coffee and wrote on scraps of paper. "I had to create an interior life to survive," says the 75-year-old.


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The idea of a cruise inspires most of us, but still we are unsure if we are ready for it and how we could proceed. That's the reason we at cruisemeout provide you all the vital information that you need to know, just a click away. We have the best cruise liners with us as partners to provide our guests the best cruise packages across Europe, Mediterranean, Middle East, South Asia and Asia pacific. With newly modernized ships providing variety of choices to guests in entertainment, shopping, dining, spa, kids areas and of course well equipped cabins you will feel the experience of an ultra-luxury hotel in the middle of the ocean.
Please Note : Children under the age of 12 travelling with their parents are free of any charges except taxes, port fees. This also varies from every cruise liner terms and conditions. Kindly provide number of children and age in the enquiry form so we will be able to assist you immediately.
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On board activities is something we look forward to in every cruise vacation. With various activities across different cruise liners they are surely meant to keep us entertained 24/7 when we are on board. All ships have something to entertain everyone, kids, adults, couples, honeymooners, groups or friends.
It might be South East Asia, Europe or Mediterranean, all itineraries offer various type of excursions during your trip. Adventures, Beach sports, sightseeing across various cultural monuments, culinary escapes we have it all for you. We will never let you miss a thing with multilingual guides at every destination we will suggest you the best. Once you finalise your itinerary our travel expert will send you a list of excursions you can choose from.
Please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the required travel documents. A valid passport is required for all cruise sailings (Minimum 6 month's validity is required by most of the countries) till the end of the cruise.
Please note Indian passport holders are required to take visas in most of the countries, our travel expert will send you the visa requirements for the specific cruise itinerary. It is the sole responsibility of the guest to identify and obtain all required travel documents & visas for the entire cruise vacation and have them available when necessary. These appropriate, valid travel documents - passports, visas and certificates - are required for boarding and re-entry into countries that you will be travelling. Guests who do not possess the proper documentation may be prevented from boarding their flight or ship or from entering a country and may be subject to fines.
Please note that while there are visas on arrival for Indians in south east Asia, we recommend that all travellers to apply for multiple entry visas from India before boarding the flight.
Safety and security on ships is the highest priority and vital part of cruise liner operations. Cruise liners commitment to the safety of the millions of guests and crew that sail on our ships and they strive to maintain those standards every time. The measures ships take in the interest of safety & security are much more, this is only possible with crew's ongoing assurance to improve in all aspects on cruise ship operations.
At the beginning of every cruise, all guests and crew must complete a drill known as the muster drill to ensure they are familiar with what to do and where to go in the unlikely event of an emergency. To further ensure they are aware of their specific location, we identify it on each of guest's keys. The location also is prominently noted on the back of every stateroom door.
In addition to the muster drill for our guests, Ship captains, officers and crew conduct weekly, monthly and annual drills on every ship, and complete extensive training, certification and scenarios in preparation for the very unlikely event of an emergency, including training on ship evacuation procedures.
All ships are designed and operated in compliance with the strict requirements of the International Maritime Organization, the UN agency that sets global standards for the safety and operation of cruise ships, codified in the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Convention.
Please ensure that you bring along the proper travel documents for your cruise.
An international passport with a minimum validity of six months from the date of sailing with work permit / employment pass / student pass / immigration card is required.
You may also need to obtain visas for certain countries on your cruise itinerary.
Just about everything – your accommodation, meals in designated outlets, entertainment, parties, gala dinner, facilities and many onboard activities are all part of the fare.
Optional shore excursions, alternative dining, selected shows / entertainment, items of personal nature such as beverages, telephone calls, facsimile or e-mail services, shop purchases, laundry, beauty treatment, hairdressing and massage services, medical services, port charges, fuel charges, government taxes and fees are not included in the fare.
Infant sailing must at least be SIX months old on most cruises (12 months old on select cruises).
The boarding time for your ship and sailing date is specified in your Boarding documents. Please do not plan on arriving at the pier prior to the specified time as the ship will not be ready to board guests.
Due to new government regulations requiring cruise lines to submit final departure manifests at least 60 minutes prior to sailing, guests are requested to complete Online Check-in no later than 3 days prior to their cruise. If you do not complete Online Check-in 3 days prior, you will be required to complete this process at the pier at least two hours prior to the published sailing time. Please note: All guests must be checked-in and onboard the ship no later than 90 minutes prior to the published sailing time or you will not be permitted to sail.
Guests are not allowed to bring beer, hard liquor, fortified wines or non-alcoholic beverages onboard for consumption or any other use on boarding day or while in port. Alcoholic beverages seized on boarding day will not be returned.
Guests wishing to bring personal wine and champagne onboard may do so only on boarding day, limited to two (2) 750 ml bottles per stateroom. Additional bottles of wine beyond two (2) bottles that are brought onboard or any alcoholic beverages purchased in ports of call or from Shops on Board will be stored by the ship and delivered to your stateroom on the last day of the sailing. Wine may be consumed in any shipboard restaurant, dining venue, or within the guests' stateroom. Wine brought onboard may not be shared for consumption in private group events, and/or in lounges made private for the exclusive use of a group.
Security may inspect containers (water bottles, soda bottles, mouthwash, luggage etc.) and will dispose of containers holding alcohol. Guests who violate any alcohol policies, (over consume, provide alcohol to people under age 21, demonstrate irresponsible behavior, or attempt to conceal alcoholic items at security and or luggage check points or any other time), may be disembarked or not allowed to board, at their own expense, in accordance with our Guest Conduct Policy. Guests who are under the permitted drinking age will not have alcohol returned to them.
Note: All guests must comply with TSA guidelines for transporting liquids.
Weapons, illegal drugs, and other items that could interfere with the safe operation of the ship or the safe and secure environment of our guests and crew are prohibited. The following are examples of items that guests are not allowed to bring onboard. These and other similar items will be confiscated upon being found. Alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, flammable liquids, explosives, and dangerous chemicals will not be returned.
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Smart casual attire is suitable for most occasions. For your dining pleasure as well as for other guests, elegant casual attire is required during dinner at fine dining restaurants. However, a lounge suit or jacket and tie for men, and an evening dress for ladies, are recommended on gala nights.
No chance! Every cruise liner is like a magnificent floating city. Exploring at your leisure, you'll find elegant shopping piazzas and designer boutique shops displaying everything from connoisseur chocolates to exclusive watches, designer jewellery and duty-free bargains. You'll be able to immerse yourself in state-of-the-art sports facilities and video gaming virtual worlds. Every meal will offer new gastronomic discoveries, with gourmet restaurants serving authentic specialities from around the world. You could tempt lady luck in a glamorous Las Vegas-style casino or soothe the senses in an exotic spa. Then chill out in refined bistro lounges or raise your pulse and glass in a multi-screen sports bar. There's a library and Internet café, Broadway-scale theatre and high-tech disco for dancing 'til dawn. And when you think you've discovered it all, you find there's still more. More than it a takes a voyage to discover. So you'll just keep wanting to come back for more.
Exploring world-famous cities and cultures, spectacular monuments of civilisation and unique splendours of nature are amongst the most treasured moments of a cruise. The cruise liner's expertly-designed excursions offer a range of full-day tours, half-day excursions and short trips that will take you to the heart of the sites that attract you most, from exploring a capital to hiking across glaciers, visiting stately homes or experiencing the thrill of adventure - whether diving in pristine oceans or forging inland on a 4x4 safari to pass a night under the stars in a Bedouin village. What can you do in port? Enjoy the experience of a lifetime!
Yes. In order to make sure disabled people enjoy a wonderful cruise holiday, all information regarding special requirements must be supplied at the time of booking. Disabled people are required to travel with an accompanying person and their own wheelchair: only a limited number of wheelchairs are available on our ships for emergencies and are only approved for use on board. All our ships have a number of accessible and fully-equipped cabins with no architectural barriers. Priority boarding and disembarkation is provided and there is a special lift in case of emergency.
Vaccinations - when required - may be either compulsory or optional depending on the country of destination. Contact your local health authority for all the information necessary and to be vaccinated. If vaccination is compulsory, we recommend booking it in advance.
In addition to the travel documents (cruise ticket, boarding form, baggage tags and flight tickets, if applicable), all Guests must have an identity document valid for foreign travel in all countries included in the itinerary: ID or Passport according to your nationality and destination of the cruise.
We would kindly remind you that it is your responsibility to procure the necessary travel documents in compliance with customs and immigration office requirements. Passengers who do not have the correct travel documents will not be allowed on board and no refund will be made. It is also the Guests' responsibility to produce all the visas necessary for the Countries en route and to check the validity of their travel documents.
Thanks to our agreements with various commercial partners, all ships have a satellite service that enables the clients of the main mobile providers to make and receive calls, send and receive texts and to use data services even while at sea. The international roaming service must be enabled on your phone. Tariffs are determined by your operator according to your service plan. Please contact your operator for further information. While navigating along the coast, your mobile phone may connect to a land operator. If this is the case you will receive a text with the relative costs.
On board, phone calls can be made from the satellite telephone cabin and you can also send and receive faxes (Charges as per cruise liner policies).
Celebrating a birthday, wedding anniversary or honeymoon on board is a truly special and unique experience. You can purchase special packages with cakes and other items directly on board.
The ship provides GSM connection for mobile phones, which enables you to make calls or send texts using the international roaming service.
The ship is also equipped with a satellite service to make calls directly from your cabin. Calls will be charged to your onboard account. You can also make calls from the shore to the ship, the switchboard will then transfer the call to the person required.
All ships provide 24-7 internet access thanks to satellite connection. You can connect to our on-board Wi-Fi using your PC, iPad, iPhone and smartphone or using the computers at the Internet Point. Access instruction and costs will be available once on board. Internet access is restricted to a single device at a time and the cost of the service will be charged. You can choose between pay per use or use one of the different prepaid service plans available. Wi-Fi is available in all common areas and cabins.
All our ships have an infirmary open during the times indicated onboard. Also a 24-hour medical service available on-call.
Guests need to be aware that Over-the-Counter pharmaceuticals are not available for purchasing on board. Medicines are available only by prescription of the ship's doctor, following a medical consultation. Guests are advised to bring with them all their regular medications.
There is a charge for primary assistance provided by ship doctors and nursing staff. Sea-sickness tablets are available from the Hospitality/Customer Service Office free of charge. Any particular medical need must be reported at the time of booking.
A general emergency drill will take place before departure to familiarise Guests with emergency procedures and to teach them how to wear a life vest and how to reach their assembly station. We would like to point out that attendance is compulsory. You will receive all the necessary instructions after boarding.
During boarding and disembarkation, your luggage is managed by the Cruise liner's staff thanks to a simple tagging system, so you do not have to move around the ship with your suitcases. Once you hand in your luggage upon boarding, there is no not need to worry about anything else – the Cruise liner's staff will deliver it to your cabin. Due to security checks carried out on all suitcases, delivery may take up to two hours after departure.
Please tag all your suitcases carefully – The staff is there to help in case of doubt or difficulty.
On the penultimate day, you will be given the baggage tags to be placed on the suitcases, which must be then placed outside your cabin on the last night of the cruise so they can be handled by our staff and you can leave the ship comfortably.
We recommend storing valuables, documents and personal effects in your hand luggage during boarding and disembarkation. Please bear in mind that pushchairs must be carried as hand luggage.