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Residents of family and special interest housing need to be aware of appliances and furniture not allowed in the unit.
This policy is required for the effective communication of university policy regarding appliances and furniture in family and special interest housing.
All students of The University of Southern Mississippi community living in family and special interest housing.
Residents are not allowed to store, use or install any of the following appliances or furniture in the apartment unit or on the premises:
Residents of Cedarbrook II may provide their own washer and dryer.
Each resident is responsible for the loss or damage to furniture and other equipment in the apartment. Since furniture has been inventoried to the apartment, it may not be transferred from one apartment to another. Furniture must be used for the purpose it is designed. The university cannot assume responsibility for damage or injury caused by misuse of furniture (i.e., stacking).
Any personal window coverings (draperies) or floor coverings (area rugs) brought into the apartment must be fireproof and bear a manufacturer's label signifying that the material will not support flames. Such personal items must not block or obstruct apartment access.
Due to the nuisance created by bugs and insects that may be transported into the apartment on or inside furniture covered in fabric, residents are discouraged from bringing large furniture items such as sofas and recliners obtained at garage sales or found abandoned into the apartment.
Due to their excessive weight and the chance for water damage, water beds are not permitted in the apartment.
The Director of Student Housing Administration is responsible for the review of this policy every four years (or whenever circumstances require immediate review).
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Inpatient drug and alcohol treatment in Center, AB. is a rehab option ideal for people who require health-related treatment for the duration of treatment or clients with considerable substance abuse histories. Women and men will experience mental and physical dependence to alcohol and drugs even after a brief amount of time, so inpatient drug rehabilitation in Center is considered the most beneficial treatment option in almost all scenarios. On account of dependence and addiction, men and women will most likely be unable to make a full recovery using the limited services made available from outpatient rehabilitation centers in Center, Colorado where alcohol and drugs are still easily available when they depart the outpatient program. In addition, men and women in rehab who take part in outpatient rehabilitation rather than inpatient alcohol and drug rehab in Center continue to be susceptible to negative influences and situations that might compromise their recovery process. When someone resides with an abusive companion or continues to maintain associations which entail substance abuse, any rehabilitation activities in outpatient treatment are done in vain. This is why in-patient alcohol and drug treatment in Center, AB. is going to produce more beneficial results that can prove long lasting as opposed to an outpatient drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility where benefits could be very minimal and acute.
In Center there's both short-term and long-term inpatient drug and alcohol treatment. Short-term is often a 30-day facility, while long-term inpatient alcohol and drug treatment in Center, Colorado is a lot more in depth and treatment lasts 3 to 6 months generally speaking. This is an ideal environment for clients as it is a secure drug free environment where they are able to recover both mentally and physically without interruptions. Preferably, men and women will continue inside a long-term in-patient drug treatment facility in Center for the maximum time frame allowed, to enable them to deal with anything which may jeopardize their abstinence after they leave rehab. Because of the fact that detoxing and becoming physically stabilized can require two to three weeks alone, the 3 to 6 months in long-term in-patient drug rehabilitation in Center is going to be time wisely spent and a lot more efficient than short-term programs.
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The US Airways pilot who brought a jet down safely into New York's Hudson River earned a reputation for safety before he saved all 155 people aboard the damaged plane. When Chesley B. "Sully" Sullenberger is not flying commercial aircraft, he serves as president as a safety consulting firm. The former fighter pilot heads up Safety Reliability Methods, a firm building on aviation safety processes as a platform for consulting in other fields.
In addition to Sullenberger's role as a pilot and business owner, he serves as visiting scholar at the University of California, Berkeley. He has participated in the University's response to recent disasters at the Center for Catastrophic Risk Management (CCRM).
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Orson's Shadow
|Orson's Shadow
Poster art from the off-Broadway production
|Written by
|Austin Pendleton
|Date premiered
|January 2000
|Place premiered
|Steppenwolf Theatre Company
|Original language
Orson's Shadow is a play by Austin Pendleton. The play received a Lucille Lortel Award nomination for Outstanding Play and won the Drama League Award for Distinguished Performance.
The play, based on true events, is set in 1960 London. In his declining years, Orson Welles is directing a production of Eugène Ionesco's Rhinoceros, starring Laurence Olivier and Joan Plowright. Olivier is fresh from his triumphant theatrical portrayal of vaudevillian Archie Rice and is about to reprise the role in the film adaptation of John Osborne's The Entertainer. He and Plowright are in the early stages of a romantic liaison; Olivier's tumultuous marriage to Vivien Leigh is all but ended. Critic Kenneth Tynan also figures in the plot, which debates the merits of stage versus screen, the internal struggle that theatrical performers endure when contemplating a leap to films, and the ways that the studio system frustrated the careers of individual artists.
It is a study of theatrical egos, each of the protagonists living more on the stage than in real life, each one feeling insecure while jockeying for power.
Production history[edit]
United States[edit]
The play debuted at the Steppenwolf Theatre in Chicago in January 2000 and was performed at the Old Globe Theatre in San Diego in September of that year.[1]
The off-Broadway production, directed by David Cromer, opened on March 13, 2005 at the Barrow Street Theatre, where it ran for 349 performances. The cast included Jeff Still as Orson Welles, John Judd as Laurence Olivier, Susan Bennett as Joan Plowright, Lee Roy Rogers as Vivien Leigh, Tracy Letts as Ken Tynan, and Ian Westerfer as the stagehand Sean.
Since its New York City staging, Orson's Shadow has been mounted by a number of regional theatres, including Marin Theatre Company in Mill Valley, California,[2] Round House Theatre in Bethesda, Maryland,[3] Unicorn Theatre in Kansas City, Missouri,[4] and the Gorilla Theatre in Tampa, Florida.[5]
United Kingdom[edit]
In 2006 it received a rehearsed reading at London's Old Vic Theatre, and in July 2015 received its European premiere directed by Alice Hamilton at London's Southwark Playhouse, as part of the Orson Welles centenary. The cast included John Hodgkinson as Orson Welles, Adrian Lukis as Laurence Olivier, Louise Ford as Joan Plowright, Gina Bellman as Vivien Leigh, Edward Bennett as Kenneth Tynan, and Ciaran O'Brien as the stagehand Sean.[6]
External links[edit]
- Official website (Internet archive copy; actual domain ownership lapsed.)
- Lortel Archives listing
- 2005 New York Times review
- 2015 Wellesnet review
- ^ Citron, Cynthia. Orson's Shadow Review, Curtain Up. 2008
- ^ Talking Broadway
- ^ Washington Post 2007
- ^ "Orson's Shadow at the Unicorn Theatre, a Review - Kansas City infoZine". Kansas City infoZine. Retrieved 23 July 2015.
- ^ Fleming, John. When the Stars Start to Dim March 1st, 2007
- ^ Stratford, Brice. 'Orson's Shadow' Makes it's European Debut, Wellesnet. July 8th, 2015


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She weds with Ahmad Sheikh who is also a famous businessman. Both Couple wore White Dresses on this special day. Nowadays, this couple is busy in different projects and this ceremony was really big deal for them. It is first marriage of Female Model Mehreen Syed but 2nd of his husband Ahmed. Ahmad has two Children from his first marriage. No Clear Reports that either Ahmad Gave divorce to his first wife or not.


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Court Splits the Baby in Case Involving Religious Exemption from Real Property Taxation
In Freeman v. St. Andrew Orthodox Church, Inc., 2007-SC-000640-DG (Ky. May 21, 2009), the Kentucky Supreme Court ("Court") held that land owned and used by St. Andrew Orthodox Church ("St. Andrew") for church purposes was exempt from property tax pursuant to Kentucky Constitution Section 170 ("Section 170"), which exempts real property from taxation if "owned and occupied" by "institutions of religion," but accompanying houses were not exempt.
St. Andrew purchased two five-acre lots, each with a single-family house on it located in Jessamine County, Kentucky. St. Andrew plans to build a new, larger church on the property to replace its current smaller church located in Lexington, Kentucky. To help pay the mortgage on the property, St. Andrew leased the houses to various individuals. All of the rental payments were used to pay the mortgage on the property in question. Although the lease agreements provided that the tenants should maintain the properties, church members often did so. Further, St. Andrew used some of the property for outdoor games such as volleyball, soccer, horseshoes, and softball. St. Andrew set aside a portion of one lot for a prayer and meditation area which included a prayer bench and large wooden cross. St. Andrew also stored some equipment in the basement of one of the houses, and conducted various church activities, including picnics, on the property. Although no development has yet begun on the property, there is a large sign on the property announcing St. Andrew's plans to build a church.
The Jessamine County Property Valuation Administrator ("PVA") assessed real property tax on St. Andrew's property for the 2003 and 2004 tax years. St. Andrew sought an exemption from tax under Section 170, because it was a religious institution that owned and occupied the property and because it was a purely public charity. However, the Board of Assessment Appeals ("BAA") denied both requests. St. Andrew appealed to the Kentucky Board of Tax Appeals ("Board"), which sustained the BAA's denial. St. Andrew then appealed to the Jessamine Circuit Court, which entered an Opinion affirming in part and reversing in part the Board's decision. The Circuit Court affirmed the tax assessment on the two houses and their curtilage, but reversed the assessment for the remainder of the church property, and held that that portion of the property was exempt from tax because it was owned and occupied by a religious institution. The Court of Appeals reversed in part, holding that the entire property should be exempt under Section 170.
The Court reviewed the decisions of the trial court and Court of Appeals de novo and stated that the only issue before the Court was whether the real property was "owned and occupied" within the provision of Section 170. The Court addressed the land and houses separately because of the "mixed use of the property."
The Court, referring to the Circuit Court as "trial court," upheld that the findings by same and the Court of Appeals that the land owned by St. Andrew and not occupied by the tenants, is "occupied" by the church for purposes of Section 170. The Court stated that "the evidence does not indicate a continuous use of these grounds by St. Andrew, [but] it does support the finding of the trial court as to periodic use…." The Court further recognized that churches are unique and are never "occupied" in a conventional sense. Thus, use for worship at "specified times and…remain vacant for substantial periods during the week" does not preclude same from being "occupied" under Section 170. The Court, in construing the meaning of "occupied," limited its interpretation to Section 170.
As to the houses, the Court rejected Kentucky Attorney General Opinion 91-126 ("OAG"), relied upon by the Court of Appeals, which stated that the requirement for the church to "occupy" the property was neither strictly for religious purposes or exclusively by the church, but that future occupation of the property was satisfactory. The Court agreed with the Circuit Court and held that the houses were not "occupied" by the church, but rather, "the tenants who pay rent to the church." The Court held that such houses could not be considered "occupied" by the church "simply because the rental monies go to its building fund."
The authors' law firm represents St. Andrew on a pro bono basis.
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Blueplate is a brand new digital platform that connects foodies, home chefs and suppliers to share their passion – allowing them to share and enjoy the freshest and most outstanding food that evoke the feeling and familiarity of home cooking wherever and whenever. The founder, Michael Lin, believes in creating a healthy and sustainable world by sharing his love for food one dish at a time; changing the traditional ways of obtaining food, striving to eliminate the excess food waste the current market produces. The logo we designed is an abstract monogram that evokes the feeling of warmth, love and friendship. The chef hat is concealed within the B of Blueplate, which reflects using the platform from the beginning: where the chef prepares their signature dish; while the spoon is concealed within the P, reflecting the last stage of using the platform: where the consumers enjoy their food. The logo's simplicity reflects the platform's innovative idea, while still presenting the core idea of love for all things food. Blueplate – everyone's home chef
The Lunar New Year is China's most important festival, and is celebrated at the turn of the traditional lunisolar Chinese calendar. As such, there are many traditions and practices that take place during this festival, such as sending blessings to others through the gifting of Red packets. This year, lululemon had the desire to educate their customers with the concept of what practice is, and what the different expressions mean off the mat. Therefore, for the Lunar New Year, we helped them visualize the idea that "practice takes practice". We related this concept to key cultural moments by linking 10 chinese traditions to 10 ways of practice, hence coming up with the key chinese message of "十全十美" (10 fulfillments 10 beauty). To resonate with the idea of "十全十美", we shortlisted 10 different practices that are related to Chinese culture and the Lunar New Year festival itself. Each visual contains different values and the reasons behind them and were adapted to various applications, both online and offline.
Kapuhala brings together sport and training, food and nutrition, living and well-being, all in a sustainable manner. Its identity and website reflects these core values – advocating strength of body and mind to make a positive environmental impact and create a healthy distribution of resources with the support of the local community. Together with Kapuhala we also crafted a line of organic and sustainable products, made with quality raw food and specially designed for athletes.


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The DLC (DeFade / Lo Castro) Project is the next phase of a musical collaboration that features the composing and performance talents of Francesco Lo Castro, Eric DeFade, and Tony DePaolis. The group released a trio effort in early 2013 entitled While We Hope and Dream. The recording was well received by critics and music lovers alike for its intimacy and melody-driven introspection. After completing a highly successful U.S. tour in the spring of 2013 (including appearances at Trumpets Jazz Club & Restaurant, Black Fox Lounge, and James Street Gastropub & Speakeasy), the trio immediately began production on this new project. With the addition of Tom Wendt on drums, Into the Unknown well represents the conceptual evolution of these extremely talented and unique musicians.
The DLC Project Into the Unknown was released on April 1, 2014 under the Flocastro Records label.
The collective music experiences of DLC Project have brought them to a place where the only place to go is 'into the unknown'; consider venturing there and enjoy the trip as much as they have.


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|UGM-73A Poseidon C3
|Strategic SLBM
|Service history
|In service
|31 March 1971 to September 1992 (Trident I phased in from October 1979)
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|United States
|Production history
|Lockheed Martin Space Systems
|64,400 pounds (29,200 kg)
|34.1 feet (10.4 m)
|74 inches (1.9 m)
|10 or 14 W68 warheads in Mark 3 RVs; approx. 40 kt yield each.
| Two-stage solid-propellant rocket, each single nozzle with thrust-vectoring
| Operational
|With MIRV: 2,500 nautical miles (4,600 km), With RV: 3,200 nautical miles (5,900 km)
|8,000 mph (13,000 km/h) (terminal phase)
| Guidance
The Poseidon missile was the second US Navy ballistic missile system, powered by a two-stage solid fuel rocket. It succeeded the Polaris missile beginning in 1972, bringing major advances in warheads and accuracy. It was followed by Trident I in 1979, and Trident II in 1990.
A development study for a longer range version of the Polaris missile achieved by enlarging it to the maximum possible size allowed by existing launch tubes started in 1963. Tests had already shown that Polaris missiles could be operated without problems in launch tubes that had their fiberglass liners and locating rings removed.
The project was given the title Polaris B3 in November, but the missile was eventually named Poseidon C3 to emphasize the technical advances over its predecessor. The C3 was the only version of the missile produced, and it was also given the designation UGM-73A.[2] Slightly longer and considerably wider and heavier than Polaris A3, Poseidon had the same 4,600 kilometres (2,500 nmi) range, greater payload capacity, improved accuracy, and MIRV capability. Poseidon could deliver up to fourteen W68 thermonuclear warheads[1] contained in Mark 3 reentry vehicles to multiple targets. The high-re-entry-speed design was intended to counter Sprint-type terminal ABM defenses. See Atmospheric re-entry for blunt body theory.
The low-yield warheads were apparently selected to make the weapon unsuitable as a first-strike weapon against hardened targets in the Soviet Union,[3] but could be used in a retaliatory strike against soft targets, or in a pre-emptive strike against unhardened surface targets such as airfields, SAM sites, radar sites and other similar targets, opening a pathway for heavy bombers. In later years this targeting technique has been demonstrated by the use of cruise missiles to neutralize airfields, SAM sites etc. in the opening phases of the Gulf War.[3]
As with Polaris, starting a rocket motor when the missile was still in the submarine was considered very dangerous. Therefore, the missile was ejected from its launch tube using high pressure steam produced by a solid-fueled boiler. The main rocket motor ignited automatically when the missile had risen approximately 10 metres (33 ft) above the submarine.
The first test launch took place on 16 August 1968, the first successful at-sea launch was from a surface ship, the historic USNS Observation Island (from July 1 to December 16, 1969), earning the ship the Meritorious Unit Commendation, and the first test launch from a submarine took place on the USS James Madison on 3 August 1970. The weapon officially entered service on 31 March 1971. It eventually equipped 31 Lafayette-, James Madison-, and Benjamin Franklin-class submarines.
Beginning in 1979, 12 Poseidon-equipped SSBNs were refitted with Trident I. By 1992, the Soviet Union had collapsed, 12 Ohio-class submarines had been commissioned, and the START I treaty had gone into effect, so the 31 older Poseidon- and Trident I-armed SSBNs were disarmed, withdrawing Poseidon from service. About 620 UGM-73A missiles were built between 1970 and 1978.[3]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Poseidon C3 at MissileThreat.com
- ↑ Poseidon C3 at Spaceline.com
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Designation-Systems.Net
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The CEO Fiction Reading List
For years upon years, CEOs and employers (and, thus, teachers) have told us how highly they value employees' abilities to effectively communicate in writing — and especially in plain language writing (which is even more difficult).
But, when it comes down to hiring, promoting and retaining employees, let's be honest: The above individuals' declarations of valuing writing is a crock. Actions don't match words.
Don't get me wrong. I'm not advocating anyone go out and start snatching up every available newly minted English graduate. A good 50 percent of them couldn't write their way out of a text message. I'm merely questioning whether C-level executives and their hiring managers pay enough attention to the writing skills of employees.
More important, do they recognize good writing when they see it? I wouldn't suggest assuming CEOs aren't well-read or great editors. But many spend so much time focusing on their businesses they just don't have time to spend on reading beyond what they must to manage and propel their businesses.
One supply chain manager told me reading fiction wouldn't get me anywhere in business. The implication being that reading leadership, business and wealth-creation how-tos and industry (even if popularized) publications would. The comment haunts me because — if we're once again brutally honest — those publications are not in most cases stables of burgeoning Great American Writers. Or International. (There are many great business writers and journalists out there. Props to them. Nor is all fiction created equal.) And don't get me wrong: Those books and magazines and sites aren't bad. They are written to their audience's needs and desires. They absolutely have places on physical and digital bookshelves. Heck, I work for one such publication. But, in my position, one of my first criteria is whatever we share be at least halfway-decently written.
So, while there aren't any business or leadership how-tos or motivational books on my list, that doesn't mean one shouldn't take what is offered in them.
In urging executive and hiring managers to read fiction, I am only suggesting that well-written short stories and novels not only break the monotony but also stir creativity, display the flexibility of language, bring them to the true edge of innovation: Imagination. And imagination written down can spark even more insights. Choose writers with a particular facility with language. Find novels or poetry that sing in one's mind, and others that completely disrupt one's view of the world, history and reality itself. Fiction may not be in your business plan, but at one time your business plan was fiction. So are tomorrow's inventions. Novelists may not give you a clear how-to on innovation or a new product, but they may briefly warp your mind or change your perspective enough to spark your own.
My final point — as any education professional would tell you — is that in reading well-written texts, people — all people — learn how to improve their own writing, editorial capabilities and ability to identify the best communicators on their staffs and potential hires. Simply, reading makes you a better reader and a better writer. But you need to be reading well-written work.
All that said, I now present you with my suggested quick reading list:
- Enter completely new realities. Consider the absurd. Laugh out loud. Read stories that are only a few pages long, but make you want to continue following the characters' lives. That's Etgar Keret'sThe Nimrod Flipout or The Busdriver Who Wanted to be God. (Those are the two I recommend one start with.) Keret is also from Israel, which is second only to the U.S. in innovation and venture capital. So there's that.
- Strategic planning. Novelists often plan their stories, though there are many who (claim to) just let their stories take them wherever they lead. But structure can boost creativity. CEOs also need to understand complex relationships and storylines, which have direct application to the workplace. So go grab a copy of The Brothers Karamazov. I'm kidding. But grab a novel — something you've never thought you'd make it through before but always wanted to — and give it a shot.
- Want to make it easy on yourself? Just subscribe to a good fiction journal — or journal that includes fiction. I recommend the Virginia Quarterly Review or The Oxford American. They both include fantastic fiction, essays and other thought-provoking pieces, but their photography is awe-inspiring (and sometimes despairing); come to your mailbox and provide a couple of months' worth of reading material if you have little time.
- Pick something. Executive's choice. What was your favorite book in high school or college? Vonnegut? On the Road? Go back and reread it. See how you've changed. See if you can even finish it. (If you're thinking The Great Gatsby, you better read it quick before you see the movie.) Or find something completely different. (This does not include Steve Job's biography. Real fiction.)
Now, obviously, the above list is completely subjective. It's supposed to be. Note that it really only includes one or two recommendations. I don't mean to dictate. I only offer these books, journals and ideas up in the desire to rekindle (pun only somewhat intended) CEOs' and hiring managers' appreciation of truly good writing.
Writing serves many purposes. Writers, many will tell you, are valuable assets. If that's true, C-suite executives and hiring managers need to be able to recognize workers who, among other attributes, can write well. The best way to accomplish that? Read.
Also, read to your kids.
Full disclosure: I do offer writing, editing and other communications services, but this post isn't written purely out of selfishness and I rarely do line-by-line edits on my blog posts (so please don't point out every typo! Just the glaring ones.). I'd also be happy to recommend other great writers.


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This morning on NBC's Today Show, Sara Bloomfield, director of the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum, commended the security police professionals who were able to so quickly take down shooter James von Brunn and save the lives of other visitors and staff members at the institution:
BLOOMFIELD: Well, we obviously take security very very seriously. It's our highest priority — the safety of our visitors and our staff. … But everything happened yesterday as we train for these things. And as I think you've reported, two of our officers did attack this assailant and none of our visitors were hurt, so we feel that this actually worked extremely well, in terms of how many lives were saved in this incident. And again, we want to commend our officers who responded so well and pay tribute to Officer Johns, who also behaved so heroically in this incident.
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The security police professionals working at the Holocaust Museum are all members of the International Union, Security, Police and Fire Professionals of America (SPFPA). Yesterday, president David Hickey said that it was a tragic day for his members, who are "the first line of defense against a terrorist attack and put their lives on the line each day protecting our country."
ThinkProgress spoke to SPFPA Organizing Director Steve Maritas, who said that the officers working at the museum worked for Wackenhut Services, Inc. He stressed that because of the intense security environment in Washington, DC, these men and women go through extensive training:
These guys are security police professionals, which is a whole different level of training compared to security guards. … We represent approximately 5,000 officers around the area, including the Pentagon and the Ronald Reagan Building. It's a tragedy, what happened. […]
Because of the high-profile buildings that they represent, they would continuously provide training to these officers. … When they train these guys, they're trained on more of a terrorism level.
However, according to SPFPA Washington DC representative Assane Faye, the union had been pressing Wackenhut for "company-issued protective vests," as a result of a rise in anti-Semitic remarks directed at the museum's officers. "I hammered this in our negotiations two years ago because of how sensitive that museum is," Faye told the Washington Post. Wackenhut has not yet issued the vests.
SPFPA has been a strong supporter of the Employee Free Choice Act, which would "enable working people to bargain for better benefits, wages and working conditions." Maritas told ThinkProgress that conservative cries over the disappearance of the secret ballot are misplaced, because right now, there is no such thing as a "secret ballot." He said that as any "good union-buster will tell you," they already know how employees will vote on unionization because they "do one-on-one sessions with these guys" and spread misinformation.
After this post, ThinkProgress heard from Iraq war veteran John Morgenstein, who has two concealable bullet-proof vests left over from his tour of duty and is now attempting to donate them to the officers at the Holocaust Museum. If others are interested in similar donations, contact SPFPA D.C. Director Assane Faye at (800) 228–7492.
,Dave Johnson has more on the need to pass the Employee Free Choice Act.


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Chinese manufacturing giant, Huawei, released one of its best mid-range smartphones early this year through its Honor sub-brand. Dubbed Honor 7X, this smartphone comes with interesting features considering its $250 price tag but one major setback was its Android Nougat based EMUI 5.1 operating system. However, the company promised that it will release the latest Android Oreo-based EMUI 8.0 update to this smartphone in the second quarter of this year and it appears that it is keeping to its promise. According to Chinese sources, the EMUI update for the Honor 7X will be released in May. This was confirmed by Honor officials. All users will not get this update at the same time. Those who registered for the beta program and an additional 20,000 users will participate in the first release of the stable build OTA.
As we already know, EMUI 8.0 is based on Android 8.0 depth customization thus it comes Android Oreo improvements and other customized improvements. One important feature of this update is that it is equipped with an AI intelligence engine which makes it predict user behaviour and intelligent resource allocation. Memory defragmentation and background memory compression are some other advanced improvements that come with this update. As is expected from all Android 8.0 based systems, the EMIUI 8.0 extends the battery life of the smartphone in Doze mode. Users no longer have to uninstall programs or change usage habit to minimize the power consumption of background apps.


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Top- Brandy Melville
Necklace- Thrift store
Skirt- I made it ;)
Shoes- Topshop
Belt- hand-me-down
The skirt is the second piece I made and put into my Parsons Challenge. The pockets attached to the skirt is a lot more useful than I thought it would be and I love it! I'm really proud of this skirt and I hope you like it too.


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Recently an article came up in my Facebook feed called, "7 Secrets of Successful People to Living a Balanced Life."
This article painted a fantasy world where high-level CEOs and other successful individuals are superhuman beings who can remain perfectly balanced in every aspect of their life.
They find the time to exercise exactly 40 minutes a day.
They spend the exact amount of time they should with their kids as proven by the most recent scientific research.
They make sure never to neglect their friends and family.
They, of course, meditate every day and pursue a spiritual path.
They even take on new hobbies like learning a language or a musical instrument!
On top of that, they volunteer for causes in which they believe.
Which leads me to say, who are those people?!
A few of them might exist, but honestly, I have not met any of them in person.
In my experience and that of many other entrepreneurs, the whole concept of the "balanced life" is a myth.
You can't perfectly ration your time and energy into perfectly neat compartments.
Because doing so, you lose your momentum.
Let me give you an example.
What I Learned in Music School
I dedicated a few years of my early adult life towards the dream of becoming a professional musician. When I was in music school, I did not have a "balanced life."
I lived and breathed music. I practiced 4 hours a day the guitar, one hour the piano, and the rest of the time I attended classes and studied.
I did not have any other hobbies.
I did not date any girls.
I did not do any sports.
All I did was music!
And I made fast progress.
Even at that age, I realized that unless I dedicated all of my time and energy to music, there was no way I could compete in this highly-competitive world.
I had friends who were dating and had part-time jobs — but they were not making progress as fast as I did.
To make quick progress, I learned that I had to let go of the idea of a "balanced life."
How it Applies Today
I'm not saying that all that matters is working a lot. You have to work smarter, and I'll be the first one to admit that the long hours are not often necessary.
But what matters is a complete commitment, especially in the first stages of your project.
You can exercise to stay in shape, but don't train for a marathon or something big.
You can do something that relaxes you but don't take on new hobbies.
And most importantly, don't feel guilty if you think your life is out of balance!
Let's say you want to start doing what you love and quit your day job. To get there, you have a bumpy road ahead of you.
If you throw yourself completely into this project, you will create momentum.
How to Create Passion
Some people worry when they start that they don't have the passion or don't know what they love. But passion is something that happens when you're fully engaged in something, and not some pre-existing condition that drives you to perform!
In other words: you will develop passion the more you do something, and the more you're into what you do.
To do that, you have to get rid of the idea of a balanced life for a while. Not for all of your life, but say for months.
You know that feeling when time passes by, and you just don't care because you're totally into what you do?
That's the feeling you want!
Maybe you'll fuel yourself with too much caffeine.
Maybe you'll neglect your exercise routine.
Maybe you won't have time for the hobbies you once enjoyed.
But hey, it may be the price to pay to get to your goal! And it's a temporary phase.
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Final reminder that National Nude Weekend is being celebrated this Saturday at Mazo Beach. Come early, stay late.
This year, The Naturist Society's National Nude Week runs from July 6th to July 12th, with the theme being "TNS – The Heart of Grassroots Naturism." As always, Mazo Beach will be celebrating on the Saturday at the end of the week (July 11th) with a rain date being Sunday (July 12th).
The main Saturday events are:
The Friends of Mazo Beach will be providing brats, hotdogs, potato salad, and baked beans. The rest of the meal is a potluck. There will be a can for donations. If you know what you are bringing for a potluck item or if you would like to help out, please contact FOMB at 608-798-1954 or email@example.com. Also, consider letting us know if you are planning to come to help make our food estimate more accurate.
Prizes will be rewarded for the best quality contributions, and tickets for a prize raffle will be given to all who bring dishes to pass or help out in other ways.
For more detailed info, go to the 2009 Mazo Beach Nude Olympics collaboration site (http://www.wwncw.org/twiki/bin/view/Main/MazoBeachNudeOlympics2009). It's the main source for the latest info, and the place to sign up if you'd like to help out. This year Doug is the primary organizer with lots of new ideas. He is organizing the activities online, and volunteers are welcome to contribute in small ways. Please contact him at email@example.com.
Following the games, there will be a Chinese raffle, where each prize has a box for tickets and you can choose which boxes to put your tickets in. You can earn tickets by playing and winning games, and volunteering for tasks. Prizes currently include:
TNS membership for one year,
"World Guide to Nude Beaches" books,
"The Funny Side of Going Naked" books,
Wind-up LED flashlight,
Auto-counting change bank,
Bug spray and sun block packages,
Many nights of free camping at Cedarhills Campground
In addition, those who have not already done so will have an opportunity to fill out this year's beach survey and have their names submitted into drawings for valuable prizes. (There have already been drawings from those who have done surveys the first half of this year.) Names will be pulled later this weekend.
Also, Naturist Society memberships will be available at a special discounted rate for those who wish to join.
Finally, there is still time to pull some garlic mustard before the prize drawings for pullers at the end of this weekend. The bad thing is, garlic mustard came back this year in such abundance that there are still lots of plants remaining to be pulled. The good this is, you can have your name entered once for each bag of the stuff you pull (and the plants are now so huge it doesn't take long to fill a bag.) Remember, one of the prizes is a year's membership in The Naturist Society, and there will be a party for all pullers at the end of the season.
The weather looks good for Saturday's fun activities. Hope to see you on the beach!
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Last year, we submitted some cake photos to Gina Brown, one of the authors of 1,000 Ideas for Decorating Cupcakes, Cookies and Cakes.
We were thrilled to have four of our designs published in the book, which was released last week.
(It debuted as the #1 pastry book on Amazon.com – wow!)
It features beautiful photos and ideas from crazy talented pastry chefs at Vanilla Bake Shop and Cake Lava. My friend Liz from EatCakeBeMerry and Alissa from Pastry Girl Cakes are also featured. (Hi gals!)
This book is a really fun and inspiring book for cake decorators / bakers of ALL levels – Pro or not.
Even if you've never picked up a pastry bag, it's still a colorful and "sweet" read…take a look!
Although this book is mostly pictures (about 1,000 of 'em!) there are also some basic recipes by Kate Sullivan. I had the pleasure of working with Kate about 2 years ago – she's so inspiring! (Hi Kate!)
Two of our four photos were featured in the Engagements & Weddings section.
Our white sugar pearl and peony cake looks so happy on this page.
So does our pink and green cake.
We also had some petite fours and a fall cake featured – very cool!
If you want to own your very own copy, you can buy it here.
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While reading the paper Saturday morning I happened to catch this story:
State senators in Idaho have voted 34-3 to approve a bill allowing for the academic study of the Bible in public schools.
In Senate Bill 1342, legislators noted that "the Bible is expressly permitted" for use as a reference tool where religion intersects with other subjects, such as literature, comparative religion, U.S. and world history, music, sociology, astronomy, ethics, biology, and "other topics of study where an understanding of the Bible may be useful or relevant."
You can read the whole article from the Christian Examiner HERE.
I think this bill is a good compromise. Times have changed.
I remember when I played middle and high school football my team would kneel and recite The Lord's Prayer before we took the field. Our coach would lead the team in reciting the prayer.
I did not have a problem with it. I don't think my parents did either. They were not overly religious, but they did send me to Vacation Bible School almost every summer, but we seldom attended church – unless someone died.
I don't ever remember anyone getting upset about the team saying The Lord's Prayer. In today's world, a team from a public school could probably still recite the prayer because of freedom of speech, but the coach could probably not lead it.
Today we are a more diverse society. What if some players were not Christians or believed in another religion?
Our country was founded on the freedom of religion and the separation of church and state. The First Amendment says "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof…"
I enjoy studying (not judging) the differences between religions. I've had friends that would answer my questions about their religion and ask me questions about mine. I've read books about the differences in the major religions in the world. It's fascinating.
One thing I have learned is that there are good and bad people in each religion. People struggle with their religious beliefs and doing what is right.
In short, life is a journey. Enjoy it. Learn from it. Be kind to others.
Racial prejudice, anti-Semitism, or hatred of anyone with different beliefs has no place in the human mind or heart. – Billy Graham


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Exciting news: I've joined a great team of talented writers and business folks at Green Options, a brand spankin' new site dedicated to helping people explore how to make their lives more environmentally and economically sustainable and all-around more enjoyable.
Green Options will include blogs, discussion forums, and - best of all - practical tools to help you decide whether solar energy is right for your home or business. Other folks on board include David Anderson from Citizen Green (Founder and Chief Executive Officer), Shea Gunther (Founder and Chief Technology Officer), and Jeff McIntire-Strasburg of sustainablog (Senior Editor and Content Director).
I'll be on the blog end of Green Options, and the blogs there will be about all sorts of topics: Politics, business and investment, biofuels, green love (I'm particularly interested to see what that one's about) and renewable energy, to name just a few. Coverage of renewable energy news will be split into California-specific news and the national scene. I'll be blogging daily about national happenings, and look forward to seeing all of you over there as well.
We're testing the Green Options beta version now, so if you're interested in being one of our test users, email Jeff or Shea and get hooked up. To be notified of the public launch in February, sign up for an email. We're all anti-spam, so no worries about us selling your name to that one king who needs to transfer money.
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Nursery Rhyme Science
Discovering what floats and sinks in Jack and Jill's pail of water is always a hit with my preschoolers. Water in any form instantly attracts the attention of preschoolers.
What happened to Jack's candle? Within a safe distance from children, light a small candle. Discuss parts of the candle…wick, wax, flame. Discuss what makes the candle burn. Then place a large, clear jar over the candle and let the children watch what happens. Discuss why the flame disappeared. My classes have always enjoyed this during our circle time and in small groups.
"Humpty Dumpty" As a group activity in the science center give each child in your class one raw egg. Provide for them different types of materials, such as old pillows, blankets, cardboard, and other scraps. Talk to the child about how fragile an uncooked egg is. From there let each child choose a piece of material. Some may choose that same material . Ask each child about there material, is it soft, hard, thick, thin, and so on. then ask each child whether their material will save the egg from breaking if the egg were to fall like Humpty Dumpty. After they answer let each child choose a height to drop their egg. As each child drops their egg record the height that they dropped the it from and the result of the fall. In doing so you can compare the fall of one child's egg on let say a pillow to the fall of another child's egg on to the same surface, but at a different height. The children enjoy this activity and learn from it as well.


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The Washington, D.C.-based U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a 501 c3 non-profit organization committed to a prosperous and sustainable future for our nation through cost-efficient and energy-saving green buildings.
USGBC is the driving force of an industry that is projected to contribute USD 554 billion to the U.S. gross domestic product from 2009-2013. USGBC leads an unlikely diverse constituency of builders and environmentalists, corporations and nonprofit organizations, elected officials and concerned citizens, and teachers and students.
Buildings in the United States are responsible for 39% of CO2 emissions, 40% of energy consumption, 13% water consumption and 15% of GDP per year, making green building a source of significant economic and environmental opportunity. Greater building efficiency can meet 85% of future U.S. demand for energy, and a national commitment to green building has the potential to generate 2.5 million American jobs.
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Sika is member of several national Green Building Councils and supports initiatives in the domain of sustainable buildings and sustainable construction.


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A beautiful design, made identical to the original
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- Director of Communication and Partnerships
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- MA, King's College (London)
- BA, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Hanna Berman came to SEGL after serving as Director, Marketing and Client Relations at Foreign Policy Group, which publishes Foreign Policy magazine. Before her time at FP, Hanna worked at Grace Communications in New York, where she developed digital media campaigns to influence public health. Previously, in London, she was at Smart Energy GB, the organization leading consumer engagement for Great Britain's Smart Meter, the largest national infrastructure program in the country. Hanna completed her postgraduate degree at King's College London (M.A. in global ethics and human values) and her undergraduate degree at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (double B.A. in communication arts — radio, TV, and film — and political science, with a minor in gender and women's studies). In addition, she received a certificate in social media marketing from the University of the Arts London.


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The purpose of a supply contract is so a formal document can be written out and agreed to by a company and their third party vender that is legally binding. This type of documents defines the working relationship between the two parties for a specified time.
While there are many different types' of formats a supply contract can take, most have the same fundamental items that should be present. Each of the items should be addressed in plain language so there is no ambiguity on what has been decided upon.
All of the contents of this contract should have already been discussed in detail before the contract itself is drawn up. This way no changes should have to be made and the responsible party's only requirement is to sign the document to make it legally binding.
As part of a supply contract the deliverable that is to be supplied from the third party vendor should be described in detail. This should include the required specifications the deliverable has to meet for it to be acceptable by the receiving company
If necessary there should also be all the required documentation that is needed by the company from the third party supplier listed in the supply contract along with any training and support of the deliverable, if it is necessary.
Before the signing procedure can take place the supply contract should undergo a performance criteria check and an in-depth review process to make sure all of the necessary information is included in the document by both involved companies.
While the deliverable is the reason for the supply contract, the pricing of it along with any scheduled payment and the invoicing procedure must be clearly stated. This way there is not misunderstandings on the financial end of the contract.
The supply contract is the legal formal document that binds both parties to a financial agreement in which there will be an exchange of merchandise or service for a financial reward. All the necessary details of this contract must be understood and clearly stated in writings so all parties are fully aware of every detail.


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EG6 Egypt & Kenya Tour
Ngorongoro Crater: natural wonder; Endless Serengeti plain; Thundering Victoria Falls; Soweto township tour; Kingdom of Swaziland: Switzerland of Africa; Table Mountain Cable Way; Cape Winelands tour and wine tasting; Robben Island MuseumINQUIRE ABOUT THIS TRIP
Dates & Prices
Prices below are per person, twin-sharing costs in US Dollars (USD). Pricing does not include airfare to/from the tour and any applicable taxes. For single supplement rates and taxes (if any), please refer to the entries under the blue box below.
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|Sun 26 Jan 2020
|Sat 15 Feb 2020
|Sun 11 Oct 2020
|Sat 31 Oct 2020
|Sun 24 Jan 2021
|Sat 13 Feb 2021
|Sun 10 Oct 2021
|Sat 30 Oct 2021
Optional Single Supplement: $2014 USD (number of singles limited).
This tour may require a mandatory single supplement charge of $475 if you join our share program and we are unable to pair you.
Tour Overview
For the initial 12 days of this Egypt & Kenya tour, an incredible adventure through two of Africa's most exciting destinations, we explore the many ancient and modern treasures of Egypt, a land of remarkable allure and tremendous scope.
Reminiscent of a journey through time itself, our tour of Egypt encompasses exploration of historic attractions by the dozen, from the Roman theatres, catacombs and UNESCO-Heritage Bibliotheka in Alexandria, to the ancient burial sites and Step Pyramid dating from the 27th century BC at Saqqara and of course, to the most popular of Egypt's bounties; the incredible Great Pyramids and the Sphinx.
Our carriage tour through Luxor and its surrounding countryside to Karnak Temple provides the ideal means to get a feel for local town and village life in Egypt and acts as a precursor for our donkey trek along the Valley of the Kings, wherein we enjoy magnificent vistas and have the chance to dismount and explore the insides of a few of the ancient pyramid tombs.
After spending some time at the necropolis of the Valley of the Queens, which houses 80 tombs that act as the final resting place of royal women from the 18th, 19th and 20th dynasties, we embark on a leisurely cruise down the longest river on the planet, stopping off at ancient trading towns and once-important temples en route.
We aptly end our tour of Egypt with a camel trek across sandy desert and then it's on to the natural wonderland of Kenya for the final nine days of our journey.
Cities that display a pleasant mix of colonial British with modern and traditional African influences mark our route as we travel to the foothills of the country's largest, and the continent's second largest, peak at Mount Kenya.
Through semi-desert savannah plains and thick forests, we get the chance to view the types of animals that can be seen elsewhere only in zoos; cheetahs, lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, zebras, giraffes, crocodiles and innumerable bird species are rife in this abundant area of the world and we come to understand why Kenya is considered as numbering among the best safari locations on the planet.
Along with visits to world-famous national parks and reserves, we get a feel for the indigenous ways of life by mingling with semi-nomadic tribespeople who adhere to traditional customs and elaborate personal adornment.
Regions visited: Middle East and East Africa
Countries visited: Egypt and Kenya
Dale D. (Head of St. Margaret's Bay, NS, CA)
We had what might be the best guide in Egypt. Can't do better than that. Our tour leader had the perfect temperament & experience for the job. Hotels were very good. AA remains one of the best travel companies going and seems to attract knowledgable and like minded patrons.
Full Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Cairo
Today we arrive in Cairo.
Al-Qahira, literally "The Vanquisher" or "The Conqueror", is the capital of Egypt and the second largest city in the Muslim World, the Arab world and Africa and the 17th largest metropolitan area in the world. Nicknamed "The City of a Thousand Minarets" for its preponderance of Islamic architecture, Cairo has long been a centre of the region's political and cultural life.
Overnight in Cairo.
Included Meal(s): Dinner
Day 2 Cairo: Memphis & Saqqara, Great Pyramids & the Sphinx
This morning we travel to Memphis and Saqqara, chronologically the two most important sites in all of Egypt. Memphis was the capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom (ca 2700-2180 BC), and Saqqara was used as a burial place for residents of Memphis including kings, princes and nobles. Our drive this morning takes us through the suburbs of Giza, past some small, colourful villages and plantations in the fertile Nile Valley. At the ancient city of Memphis we will see several statues in a garden-like setting, including the colossal statue of Rameses the Great.
From Memphis we travel a short distance to Saqqara, the ancient burial site. On the site, considered by many archaeologists to be one of the world's most important excavations, is the Step Pyramid, constructed by Imhotep in the 27th century BC. The pyramid began as a simple mastaba, or long, flat tomb building. Over the course of time, Imhotep added to this mastaba five times -- the pyramid eventually measured 62m (203 feet) in height!
After lunch we pay a visit to the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx. Impressive in their grandeur, the pyramids are estimated to have been constructed over a period of 20 years using more than 100,000 labourers each year. The Great Pyramid of Cheops, constructed from over two million stone blocks, is 135m (443 feet) high! You may enter one of the pyramids through a long, narrow passageway and explore the deep inner chambers (extra fee applicable - ask your Tour Leader).
Later we visit the Sphinx. This feline-human was named by the Greeks because it resembled the mythical winged monster with a woman's head and lion's body. Legend has it that this "Sphinx" proposed a riddle to the Thebans and killed all who could not guess the correct answer! The Sphinx was carved from one solid piece of limestone and measures 50m (164 feet) in length and 22m (72 feet) in height.
Overnight in Cairo.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 3 Cairo & Alexandria
Early this morning we travel by road from Cairo to Alexandria. The second largest city in Egypt, known as "The Pearl of the Mediterranean", has an atmosphere that is more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern; its ambience and cultural heritage distance it from the rest of the country although it is actually only 225 km from Cairo (3-4 hours, depending on traffic).
We head to the southwest of the city and a hill littered with the remains of ancient walls, architectural fragments and rubble on which stands Alexandria's largest ancient monument, Pompey's Pillar, rising from the ruins of the ancient and famous Serapeion (Temple of Serapis). This column of red Aswan granite with a Corinthian capital, standing on a badly ruined substructure and rising to a height of almost 90ft / 27m, is traditionally believed to have been erected by the Emperor Theodosius. We will also see the famous Roman theatre of Alexandria. Dating back to 2nd century AD, this theatre is the only one of its type in all of Egypt.
We also visit the Roman Catacombs, the last existing major construction for the sake of the old Egyptian religion. Though the funerary motifs are pure ancient Egyptian, the architects and artists were schooled in the Graeco-Roman style. Applied to the themes of Ancient Egyptian religion, it has resulted in an amazing integrated art, quite unlike anything else in the world.
Another highlight today is a visit to Bibliotheca Alexandria. Once the greatest library in the ancient world, the Bibliotheca is dedicated to "the writings of all nations." Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the modern Bibliotheka cost some USD150 million, all by donation from Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Iraq.
We return to Cairo in time for dinner.
Overnight in Cairo.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 4 Cairo - Aswan & Felucca Sailing
Early this morning we fly from Cairo to Aswan in Upper Egypt.* Aswan is Egypt's sunniest southern city and an ancient frontier town. Small enough to walk around and graced with the most beautiful setting on the Nile, the pace of life in Aswan is slow and relaxing.
Upon arrival we have a leisurely sail on a felucca, a traditional sailing vessel used for centuries for carrying goods and passengers along the Nile.
* NOTE: The actual order of our Aswan area sightseeing may vary depending on incoming flight schedules and other logisitical considerations.
Overnight in Aswan.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 5 Aswan: Abu Simbel & Philae Temple
Very early this morning we travel by road (+/- 3 hours, each way)* south from Aswan across the Western Desert to Nubia, or the "Land of the Gold". Our destination this morning is the impressive Abu Simbel -- the imposing rock temples of Rameses II and his queen, Nefertari.
We have a guided tour of this site, including the interior of the colossal temples. The Temple of Rameses II, with its immense statues of the Pharaoh seated on his throne, is one of the classic images of the power of the Pharaohs. Inside the temple you will see well-preserved wall decorations and several murals. There is a wonderful relief of Rameses presenting captives to various gods, including himself! We also gain insight into the reconstruction process by visiting the interior of the artificial mountain.
We travel back to Aswan making a brief stop at the High Dam en route. Constructed between 1960 and 1971, the High Dam collects and stores water over a number of years so that the annual Nile flood can be controlled. From here we will have a panoramic view of Aswan to the north and Lake Nasser to the south.
This evening we will attend the Sound & Light Show at Philae Temple. The temple is situated on an island, and we have to take a boat to get to the site. It is a good idea to have a small flashlight with you.
* We choose to travel by road instead of flying as the schedules tend to be rather restrictive and not allow enough time at the site (much time is taken up by check-in, security, boarding, transferring etc). Driving frees us from this inconvenience and adds flexibility, plus allows us to see the High Dam en route. Departing very early ensures that we are at the site at the optimal time for photography; later in the morning, shadows fall across the temple making conditions less than ideal.
Overnight in Aswan.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 6 Aswan: San Simeon & Nile Cruise Embarkation
This morning we will take a private boat across the River Nile to the west bank. From here we travel by camel across the sandy desert to the Christian Monastery of St Simeon. Before we begin this easy trek our Tour Leader and camel trainer will teach you the technique of riding a camel. This is a journey that can be undertaken by anyone at any age (one rider per camel). Our trek is about 45 minutes to the monastery, and then 15 minutes back to the riverbank. Those who prefer not to ride can travel by open truck to the monastery and meet up with the group there.
Dating from the 6th century, and in use until the 13th century, the Monastery of St Simeon is one of the best preserved Christian sites in Egypt. Inside we will see the chapel, living quarters, kitchen and dining areas, wine press, bake area and storerooms. On our tour we will also see the remains of some Coptic frescoes -- depictions of Christ and saints as well as many geometric patterns.
We then return to the banks of the Nile and re-board our boat and ride among the islands dotting the Nile. Up the hill, above the river, is the Mausoleum of the Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the Ismailis, a Shi'ite sect based principally in India but with followers around the world. The tomb is an elegant pink granite structure of late 1950 origin.
The main island in the middle of the Nile is called Elephantine Island because many of the rocks look like elephants bathing in the Nile. On the west side of the river is the beautiful Kitchener's Island, where we will have time to stroll through the rich botanical gardens with trees, plants, and bushes.
At around midday we board our Nile cruise vessel (which remain docked in Aswan until tomorrow) and enjoy lunch on board. This afternoon you may enjoy a free afternoon in the town of Aswan either on board the ship or in the town of Aswan. During our time in Aswan, we will also include a visit to the 'Unfinished Obelisk' and Philae Temple, also already visited, but some passengers enjoy seeing it again during daylight hours. These visit may be operated by the cruise ship.
Overnight on Nile cruise. NTS cruise (or similar).
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7 Nile Cruise: Kom Ombo & Edfu
Today our cruise will make a stop and visit the Temple of Kom Ombo. In ancient times, Kom Ombo was strategically important as a trading town on the caravan route from Nubia to Cairo. Kom Ombo, actually two temples in one, is dedicated dually to Haroeris and Sobek, respectively the god of the sky and the crocodile-headed god. Here we are able to see the remains of a mummified crocodile. Crocodiles no longer exist in the Egyptian part of the River Nile, but in Pharaonic times they lived here in great numbers and were worshipped as gods!
From Kom Ombo we continue along the River Nile toward Edfu. As the largest and most completely preserved Pharaonic temple, albeit Greek-built, Edfu is dedicated to the god Horus. Construction of this temple began under Ptolemy III Euergetes I in 237 BC. We will allow time to explore this massive and impressive site, enclosed by walls and flanked by two large pylon gateways. Here we will also be able to see a Nilometer -- an ancient technique of measuring the Nile's water fluctuations and setting the level of taxes (depending on cruise schedules, this visit may take place tomorrow morning).
Overnight on Nile cruise. NTS cruise (or similar).
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 8 Nile Cruise: Luxor Temple
Overnight or early this morning we will have arrived at Luxor.
Today we visit Luxor Temple. The temple was dedicated to the Theban Triad of Amun, Mut, and Chons and was built during the New Kingdom, the focus of the annual Opet Festival, in which a cult statue of Amun was paraded down the Nile from nearby Karnak Temple to stay there for a while, with his consort Mut, in a celebration of fertility. Luxor temple is considered one of the largest ancient Egyptian temple complexes situated on the eastern bank of the river Nile. At the entrance is a huge tower built by King Ramses II.
Overnight on Nile cruise (docked at Luxor). NTS cruise (or similar).
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 9 Luxor: Cruise Disembarkation & Valley of the Queens
Today we disembark our cruise and move to our hotel in Luxor.
This morning we make an excursion the Valley of the Queens.* After crossing the Nile we will board our bus for the short journey to visit this wonderful necropolis on the western shore of the Nile.
The Valley of the Queens was used as a burial site for the royal women of the 18th, 19th and 20th Dynasties. Ancient Egyptians called this place "Set Neferu" meaning Seat Of Beauty, and today only a few of the eighty tombs are open to the public. We will visit 3 tombs. The Valley of the Queens holds far more than graves of queens.
As well as our visit to the Valley of the Queens we will also have a guided tour of the workers' village and the Madinat Habu temple. Madinat Habu, also known as the temple of Rameses III was known in ancient times as Djanet, and according to ancient belief, was the place were Amon first appeared. Both Hatshepsut and Tuthmosis III built a temple dedicated to Amon here, and later Rameses III constructed his larger memorial temple on the site.
* Due to periodic and unannounced closures of the tombs at the Valley of the Queens, your Tour Leader may substitute the Tombs of the Nobles, which are equally interesting.
Overnight in Luxor.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 10 Luxor: Valley of the Kings
Early this morning we cross the River Nile by boat to the West Bank where the wealth of antiquities is outstanding. On the other side we will meet our transport for our excursion into the Valley of the Kings.
We will accomplish part of our journey today by donkey. We'll "saddle-up" and begin a leisurely ride through the New Gourna Village and into the countryside. Avoiding the busier road, we will witness quiet village life along the way for about 40-45 minutes before re-uniting with our road transport for the final leg into the Valley of the Kings (alternative arrangements can be made for those who prefer not to ride).
Once in the isolated valley, dominated by large pyramid-shaped mountains, we will have a guided tour of three of the many tombs that are here.* The valley was the burial ground for kings throughout the New Kingdom. Note that some of the tombs have steep stairways and all are quite dark inside (you might find a pocket flashlight useful).
We then proceed to the funerary temple of Queen Hatshepsut -- the first woman to rule as pharaoh! We have a tour of this impressive complex, discovered in the mid-19th century and still under restoration.
After our tour we return by bus through the countryside back to the river and the East Bank.
Tonight you may choose to visit the Sound and Light show at Karnak Temple (optional).
* We do not include the tomb of King Tut, as it is very small and not very interesting, relatively speaking, but we allow time for you to see it if you wish (separate ticket).
Overnight in Luxor.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 11 Luxor: Karnak Temple
This morning we visit one of the most fantastic archaeological sites in the world: Karnak Temple.
Karnak was built, added to, dismantled, restored, enlarged and decorated during its colourful history of over 1,500 years. At certain points in Egyptian history, this temple was the most important in all of Egypt. When we arrive at the temple you will be awed by the grandeur of the tremendous pylon gateway and the Avenue of 1,000 Sphinxes that originally ran all the way to the Nile and Luxor Temple! We will have a guided tour of the complex, massive by any standard.
During free time this afternoon, we suggest a visit to the excellent Luxor Museum or Mumification Museum.
Overnight in Luxor.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 12 Luxor - Cairo, Egypt - Overnight Flight to Kenya
This morning we fly to Cairo and proceed to the famous Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, where we see some of Egypt's most beloved treasures. Among the 100,000 pieces housed on the museum's two floors is the famous exhibit of Tutankhamun whose tomb was discovered by Howard Carter in 1922. The tomb and treasures of this young Pharaoh, modest by Pharaonic Egyptian standards, is perhaps the best preserved of the discovered tombs. We also see archaeological relics from the Old Kingdom, Middle Kingdom, New Kingdom and Greco-Roman periods. Our tour today is fully guided by our English-speaking guide. We also allow some time for you to explore the treasures on your own (Mummies Room: approx US $10 extra cost).
We then proceed to Islamic Cairo where we will tour the Citadel, begun by Saladin in the 12th century. Today the Citadel's buildings are mainly from the Ottoman period, and are truly grand. From the Citadel, actually a complex of three mosques and four museums, we enjoy an amazing view of Cairo spread beneath the hilltop. Here we will see the fabulous Mosque of Mohammed Ali, also known as the "Alabaster Mosque."
Later this evening we fly to Nairobi,* arriving the following morning (dinner on flight).
* NOTE: This flight is NOT included in the Land Price. Call us for an all inclusive air price from your town or city. Our air prices are based on a routing with KLM / NW Airlines.
Overnight flight to Nairobi.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Lunch
Day 13 Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya
Today we arrive in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya.
Part of Maasai land when the British arrived, this modern capital grew with the development of the railway. Derived from a Maasai word meaning "Cold Water," Nairobi is a pleasant mix of colonial British with modern and traditional African influences.
Overnight in Nairobi.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 14 Nairobi - Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Today we travel from Nairobi, through the "White Highlands," so called because of the large number of Europeans who settled here, northwards to the lower slopes of Mt Kenya, rising to 5199 m (16,728 feet), Africa's second highest peak. Our drive will take us into the Central Highlands, the heartland of the Kikuyu people. This is a very fertile region, well-watered, intensively cultivated, and thickly forested. The land was coveted by the Europeans who began arriving in ever-increasing numbers once the railway through the area was completed. The settlers established coffee and tea plantations on the eastern slopes of Mt Kenya and cultivated wheat on the western slopes.
Our destination is Sweetwaters, a luxury tented camp clustered around a water hole and set in the pristine calm of the private Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a non-profit organization supporting endangered species, tourism and community outreach. Ol Pejeta is East Africa's largest Black Rhino sanctuary, the only place in Kenya to see chimpanzees, and holds some of the highest predator densities in Kenya.
This afternoon we'll enjoy our first game drive within the conservancy.
Overnight at Sweetwaters Camp.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 15 Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Ol Pejeta is a mosaic of grass plains, wooded grassland, acacia woodland and evergreen thicket extending for over 350 square kilometers. The conservancy boasts an astounding variety of animals, including the "Big Five."
We will have morning and afternoon game drives today, as well as a chance to visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary -- the only place in Kenya where this highly endangered and remarkably intelligent species can be seen. The facility was initially established to receive and provide lifelong refuge to orphaned and abused chimpanzees from West and Central Africa. Here the chimpanzees are carefully nursed back to health so they can enjoy the rest of their days in the safety of a vast natural enclosure.
Overnight at Sweetwaters Camp.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 16 Ol Pejeta - Great Rift Valley - Lake Nakuru National Park
This morning we travel to Lake Nakuru, a shallow soda lake in the Rift Valley. The Rift Valley was created millions of years ago under the strain of enormous volcanic eruptions which resulted in a giant split in the earth's surface from Syria to Mozambique. Lava flowed into the valley, forming escarpments on either side of the gigantic trough which can be up to 80 km (50 miles) wide, big enough to be visible from space. At the lake, depending on the water levels, we may have the opportunity to see flamingos,* in addition to the over 340 species of birds that have been recorded in the Rift Valley!
Lake Nakuru is very shallow and can fluctuate up to five metres (12 feet) each day. When the water is low, you can see a white band of crystallized soda along the shoreline. This is also one of the best places in Kenya to view the rare White Rhino as we explore the park on our afternoon game drive.
* This, and other Rift Valley lakes, have been known in the past for huge numbers of flamingos; however, this can be very "hit and miss" owing to seasonal variations in rainfall and water level, and the increasing frequency of drought. The best we can do is hope for the best!
Overnight in Lake Nakuru National Park.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 17 Lake Nakuru - Maasai Mara National Reserve
Early this morning we depart from Lake Nakuru National Park and continue our journey through the Rift Valley, passing by Lake Naivasha and nearby Mount Longonot, a relatively young volcanic reminder of the Rift's violent past. We arrive at our lodge (via bad road) in the Maasai Mara National Reserve in time for lunch.
The Maasai Mara is a natural extension of the Serengeti eco-system and has an amazing concentration of wildlife. The largest population of lions in Kenya is found here, along with large herds of plains game. The Maasai Mara may also be the best place in Kenya to view cheetah. Later this afternoon we enjoy another game drive.
Time-permitting, we may be able to visit a Maasai village to witness the local way of life and meet its residents. If time does not permit, we will attempt this visit the village on our way back to Nairobi.
Overnight in the Maasai Mara.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 18 Maasai Mara National Reserve
The Maasai Mara National Reserve consists of rolling grassland and is located at the northern end of the Serengeti Plain. Considered the best of Kenya's parks, it is on the pathway of the yearly wildebeest migration, which comes north from Tanzania about the end of June and returns to Tanzania around the end of September. "The Mara" sustains all of the "Big Five" -- lion, elephant, leopard, rhinoceros and buffalo -- as well as an astonishing wealth of herding animals and other wildlife. You can see the stately Maasai men and youth along the road tending their cattle and goats.
We have a full day in the reserve, with morning and afternoon game drives.
In the Mara you will also have an optional opportunity to ascend over the northern Serengeti at daybreak in a hot air balloon (optional expense). From over 300 m (984 feet) above, you will be able to view the vast land and the myriad animals that inhabit the Maasai Mara. Today or tomorrow are the best days to participate in this activity - details sent upon booking.
Overnight in the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 19 Maasai Mara National Reserve
We enjoy another full day with game viewing in Maasai Mara. Depending on the season and current game locations and viewing conditions, we may divide our day into morning and afternoon drives, or take our lunches with us in order to venture further into the reserve if conditions warrant.
Overnight in the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 20 Maasai Mara - Nairobi
After breakfast we depart for Nairobi. En route, just outside the capital, we visit the Karen Blixen Museum. Baroness Karen Blixen-Finecke emigrated from Denmark to Kenya in 1918 and, in 1937, wrote under the pseudonym, Isaac Dineson, "Out of Africa." The novel tells the tale of the Baroness's experiences on a Kenyan farm. Her home is now a museum, restored to the style in which she maintained it.
Overnight in Nairobi.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 21 Departure
Departure from Nairobi.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast
Tour Map
*The red tour trail on the map does not represent the actual travel path.
Hotel List
The following is a list of sample hotels at some locations included on this tour. The hotels shown here are meant to provide a general sense of the standard of hotel we usually aim for; they are not necessarily confirmed for your chosen departure.
Le Meridien Pyramids
Location: Cairo
Country: Egypt
Offering pyramid views, this high-end hotel is 2 km from The Great Pyramid at Giza, The Grand Egyptian Museum and ... Great Sphinx of Giza.
Featuring views of the pyramids, the sophisticated rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and desks.
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Movenpick Aswan
Location: Aswan
Country: Egypt
A 14-minute walk from Elephantine Island, this upscale resort hotel overlooking the River Nile is 2 km from Nubia Museum ... 3 km from the ancient Unfinished Obelisk museum.
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Sonesta St George
Location: Luxor
Country: Egypt
Welcome to five-star splendor on the banks of the Nile in a city of ancient pharaonic treasures, the Sonesta St. ... Hotel Luxor redefines magnificent contemporary style. The hotel is luxurious, sophisticated and above all, elegant.
Come and enjoy a sweeping terrace with majestic views of the Nile, a grand entrance of polished marble and handsomely appointed furnishings with exquisite detail, a sumptuous health spa, an array of fine dining choices and every amenity to please the most discerning traveler. With the mystical Nile just a whisper away and the temples of Luxor and Karnak preserved in time, experience a city of fascinating antiquity and indulge in the rich splendor of the Sonesta St. George Hotel Luxor.
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Sonesta Star Goddess Cruise
Location: Luxor
Country: Egypt
The new Sonesta Star Goddess Nile Cruise Ship sails on the Nile River for three, four and seven-night cruises between ... and Luxor. The ship has 33 spacious suites, each with a private balcony and named after famous music composers, giving it a touch of elegance and sophistication.
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Nairobi Serena Hotel
Location: Nairobi
Country: Kenya
Justly famed for its exceptional standards of efficiency, service and five-star hospitality, the elegantly sophisticated Nairobi Serena Hotel is a ... of 'The Leading Hotels of the World' and was selected as 'Kenya's Leading Business Hotel' and 'Africa's Leading Green Hotel' at the World Travel Awards 2016. The Nairobi Serena remains true to its title and offers an oasis of serenity amidst the bustle of one of Africa's most vibrant capital cities.
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Sarova Lion Hill Lodge
Location: Nakuru
Country: Kenya
Set on a plateau above Lake Nakuru, the lodge has 67 chalets all overlooking the lake. It is the perfect ... to experience one of the world's largest ornithological spectacles, the pink flamingo, or a rich concentration of wildlife including black and white colobus monkey and black and white rhino. Private shower, verandah, tea / coffee making facilities.
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Maasai Mara Sopa Lodge
Location: Maasai Mara
Country: Kenya
Located on the slopes of Oloongams Hills, it is one of the first lodges to be built in the Maasai ... Game Reserve. Guests are drawn to this lodge built in an ethnic design, surrounded by a rich landscape, covered in fauna, from huge desert cacti to sweet smelling jasmine flowers, all within the fabled Maasai Mara game reserve. 50 traditional round buildings with thatched roofs, each with 2 rooms with private bath.
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Trip Information
Breakfast and dinner daily, also most lunches in East Africa (local restaurants and hotels). All accommodation, transport, sightseeing and entrance fees for sites noted as 'visited' in the detailed itinerary. Two bottles of bottled water per person daily in East Africa. Gratuities for drivers, local guides, restaurant staff, porters. Airport transfers for land & air customers arriving/departing on tour dates.
International airfare to/from the tour. Tour Leader gratuities, one lunch, drinks, personal items (phone, laundry, etc), international (if applicable) an domestic air taxes, visa fees, and any excursions referenced as 'optional'. Airport transfers for Land Only customers. Optional trip cancellation insurance.* Our post-reservation trip notes offer further guidance on shopping, visas, and locally paid departure taxes.
* Insurance: When considering travel insurance for this tour, please be especially mindful of possible exclusions of coverage for destinations that currently have government travel advisories in place. It is incumbent on you, the traveller, to ensure that you are comfortable with what your chosen policy will and will not cover.
Seasonality and Weather
EGYPT: This tour is offered throughout the year, the most popular time being spring, late fall and winter when temperatures are much more comfortable than the period May-Sept.
This tour is offered twice a year, in late winter and fall, when temperatures are comfortable in Egypt.
KENYA: This tour is offered throughout the year except during the "long rains" in April and May when travel and game viewing can be less than optimal.
Nov-Jan: "short rains"; landscapes are green and many animals are giving birth. Showers come in the form of quick showers late in the day and rarely interfere with our activities or travel.
Sept/Oct is often hot and dusty though game viewing is excellent due to short grass and animals congregating around water sources.
If you're a fan of African wildlife photography/television programming, you're likely familiar with and keen on witnessing the annual 'Great Migration' of wildebeest and zebra in the Serengeti and/or Maasai Mara. Unfortunately, there is no neat and tidy answer re when is the best time to possibly witness the spectacle as it doesn't have a simple start or end, just a dynamic cycle of wild movement through the year. Nor is it the same each year either as the migration is largely driven by the unpredictable rains, which means that wildebeest migration doesn't operate on a set schedule. It also doesn't follow a set route. Nor do the animals all go the same way. That said, in the broadest of terms, the best time to see the Great Migration—meaning large herds of hooved animals—is probably during the dry season, between July and early October. This is not to say you won't see them outside of this time as our travellers often do, but, like nature itself, it is all about luck and timing. They may not all be dramatically on the move, but rather just standing around eating and cavorting, but you'll likely encounter the herds at some point on their/your journey. If you have your heart set of witnessing hundreds of wildebeest crossing a river en masse, getting chomped by crocodiles like you see on National Geographic, bear in mind that those photographers probably waited days or weeks to capture that exact moment—so good luck and happy 'hunting'!
Transport and Travel Conditions
EGYPT: Over two weeks we travel by bus, felucca sailboat, luxury cruise boat, horse carriage, plane, donkey, and camel. Distances covered are not great and roads are good. The tour is not strenuous though it is busy; you must be steady on your feet and be able to endure some heat and some extensive archaeological sites. We also have some early starts, owing largely to internal air schedules and the imperative to maximize sightseeing time/conditions.
EAST AFRICA: Some road journeys are very long and very rough, possibly dusty. In Kenya we travel via well-maintained, rugged minivan with six passengers each. At the Tanzanian border we switch to 4x4 Land Rover/Land Cruisers. The same vehicles, with roofs that pop up, will be used for our game drives in parks and reserves. Please note that air-conditioned safari vehicles are non-existent in East Africa.
Our rating "Level 2" on this tour refers to its ambitious nature, full days, possibly some early starts, and plenty of time spent on your feet. Many sites visited are LARGE; surfaces are uneven and sloped, and stairs will factor into our visits; heat can also be a factor in some locations which can, over time, cause fatigue. If you rely heavily on a cane or any other mobility aid, we regret that this tour would not be suitable.
Though baggage handling is available throughout, you must still be able to fully manage yourself and your things, especially at airports.
Though Egypt has enjoyed a prolonged period of stability and our tours are operating on a "business as usual" basis, we encourage all travellers (as we do for any destination) to review online government advisories that provide guidance on, among other things, issues concerning security. We are presently very confident that your journey will be problem-free, and want to ensure that you feel likewise before choosing to join this trip.
Am I suitable for this tour? Please refer to our self-assessment form.
EGYPT: Hotel accommodation used on tour is on average, 4-star (some 5-star). Most properties have outdoor swimming pools. Single rooms are limited and possibly smaller than twins. The cruise vessel is very comfortable with full air-conditioning, twin-berth, outside cabins with en suite bath/toilet.
EAST AFRICA: Hotels and lodges are 4-5 star properties with hot water, electricity, mosquito netting, dining areas, bar, swimming pools. Remote lodges are not air-conditioned though many are at higher elevations where heat is not a factor. Many lodges are quite spread out and you will need to be able to walk up to 10 minutes from public areas to your room.
Staff and Support
Tour Leader, drivers, local guides.
Kenya/Tanzania: Groups of six or fewer participants (one vehicle), will be led/guided by one of our local driver-guides. Only multi-vehicle groups will be assigned an Adventures Abroad Tour Leader.
Group Size
10-18 (plus Tour Leader)
DURATION21 days
TOUR STARTCairo
TOUR ENDNairobi
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