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President Obama's European tour went remarkably smoothly. Many expected the G20 summit to end in fights over stronger regulations of the global financial system, but despite president Sarkozy's hard-line position the outcome was surprisingly consensual. The US and most West European governments were even able to agree on a common candidate for NATO's new Secretary General, an issue that has led to rather longer arguments in the past. Everyone seemed to be in high spirits until Turkish Prime Minister Erdoğan disturbed the party with his publicly declared opposition to the candidacy of Anders Fogh Rasmussen - a diplomatic clanger.
An ultimate veto against the candidate could only be avoided by reportedly broad concessions to Turkey, chief among which was the appointment of a Turkish deputy to Rasmussen and the shut-down of the allegedly pro-PKK TV channel Roj TV, which operates from Denmark. Despite the seeming resolution of the situation, the implications of the choice of Rasmussen remain problematic. The quarrel indicates two developments that will pose great challenges to both NATO and the European Union. First, Erdoğan's conduct demonstrates a new Turkish self-assurance in standing up to its Western partners, that can largely be traced back to a general strategic reorientation in Ankara. The case also highlights a serious lack of sensitivity towards the 'Islamic world' on the part of central NATO member states, calling into question NATO's strategic reorientation.
The causa Rasmussen
Rasmussen has become a persona non grata in much of the 'Islamic world' due to his fervent support of the Iraq war and his mismanagement of the cartoon controversy in 2005. After the cartoons were published in Denmark several ambassadors from Muslim countries tried to enter into dialogue with Rasmussen on how to defuse the situation. The Danish Prime Minister arrogantly snubbed them. While insisting on free speech as a vital component of civil liberties in his country, he nevertheless failed to acknowledge the need to communicate this principle or to engage in dialogue over what had occurred. His behavior left the ambassadors startled and ruined his reputation in the 'Islamic world'. Moreover, Rasmussen's minority government has long relied on toleration of the right-wing Dansk Folkeparti, a group that has repeatedly used racist, anti-Muslim rhetoric.
It is indeed surprising that it took an embarrassing public declaration by Erdoğan to point out the implications of the candidate. Still NATO chose to ignore Rasmussen's bad standing in a key region of the globe and a primary area of operation for NATO. It is essential for a Secretary General of NATO to be able to get along well with the 'Muslim world'. Rasmussen's appointment comes as a welcome present for the propagandists of Al Qaeda and the Taliban, who have long declared NATO's intervention in Afghanistan anti-Muslim. It also contradicts president Obama's efforts to reorganize NATO and clearly shift its focus to AfPak.
Turkey's reorientation
Turkey's geographical proximity to the Balkans, the Middle East and the Caucasus locates it at an intersection of pivotal energy and transportation networks. Its political and economic ties to Syria, Iran and other Southern neighbours provide Ankara with unique access to and influence in one of the most troublesome areas of the globe. Turkey's position benefits the increasingly outward-oriented EU and NATO when it comes to influence and credibility in this area; an asset that shouldn't be trifled with.
The country has always been torn between its ties to these neighbours and to the European Union. Atatürk's secular model of the state launched Turkey on a westernising path, but this path is by no means uncontested. After having lost some eight percent of the popular vote in the recent parliamentary elections, Erdoğan has come under increased pressure from within his party. Conservative elements in the AKP have long demanded a more self-assured position for Turkey against its Western allies, particularly the European Union. The 'special treatment' that has characterized the long and troubled process of Turkey's accession to the Union has alienated many Turks from the western orientation of Erdoğan's early years. His and his party's steadily decreasing popularity signify this, as does the subsequent cessation of Turkish reform efforts towards meeting the Copenhagen criteria since 2005. The political costs of the accession process are starting to outweigh the gains that Turkey aspired to. It gets harder and harder for the pro-EU parties to keep up their support for the accession process in the light of a rising popular reservation against further concessions without clear signals from the EU.
Erdoğan's refusal to support Rasmussen's candidacy emphasizes the implications of Turkey's strategic reorientation. Turkey will increasingly turn towards its Southern neighbours in order to assert its power in the region. The assurance of a distinctively pro-Muslim policy will highlight Turkey's key role and further its position as a spokesman of the 'Muslim world'. Erdoğan's row with Shimon Peres in Davos hinted at such a strategy, underlined by Turkey's successful conduct as a mediator between Syria and Israel.
Among openDemocracy's recent articles on Turkey and 'the West':
Hakan Altinay, "Recep Tayyip Erdogan: The Mandela test" (17 February 2009)
Mustafa Kibaroglu, "Turkey-Israel relations after Gaza" (26 January 2009)
Fred Halliday, "The greater middle east: Obama's six problems" (21 January 2009)
Hakan Altinay and Kalypso Nicolaïdis, "Why the European Union strengthens Turkish secularism" (3 September 2008)
Cem Özdemir, "Turkey's clash of values: memo to Europe" (29 April 2008)
openDemocracy, "Turkey and a new vision for Europe" (12 December 2007)At the same time this emphasizes the strategic importance of the only Muslim NATO member as a key ally both for the Alliance and the EU. It is high time for the Union to acknowledge Turkey's geopolitical potential and its uniqueness as a secular democracy with a predominantly Muslim population. Turkey as an EU member (provided it meets the Copenhagen criteria) will be an invaluable asset in the region because it can better than any other country play the role of the honest broker. Moreover, as the only NATO member keeping diplomatic contact with Tehran, Ankara is a prime channel for a rapprochement. If the EU continues to alienate Turkey and invent new strategies to protract the accession process it will lose the Turks. It becomes increasingly hard to explain to the Turkish people why they face harsh visa restrictions when traveling to the EU while most EU citizens can freely go to Turkey. And Ankara's elites are hesitant to perform any further pro-European reforms as long as European governments - especially Germany and France - continue to undermine the perspective of full membership.
The window of opportunity that the Erdoğan government has represented (at least in its earlier years) is closing. A future Turkish administration is much likely to be a lot less pro-Western.
NATO's strategic choice
President Obama's visit to Turkey and his call for the EU to fast-track the accession of Ankara are signs that the new American administration acknowledges the importance of NATO's only predominantly Muslim member. It also came as a well-placed nod to moderate Islam. Turkey's ties to Iran and Syria may be another reason here, as is the potential use of Turkish territory during the US pullout from Iraq. Many in Europe still believe that cooperation with Turkey is nothing more than a benevolent gift to an emerging country. It's not. From a geopolitical perspective, and for economic reasons, strong ties are a win-win-situation. Obama's visit has made this very clear: there is something to gain for America in Turkey. And despite strong anti-American sentiments, the Turks seem to respond positively to Obama's open hand. Again the Europeans are losing ground.
The whole controversy around the appointment of the new NATO secretary general emphasizes that a few calls between Washington, London and Berlin are no longer sufficient to govern a multipolar world. Other states need to be actively incorporated in order to achieve a broad consensus and thus a strong strategic position. Engaging Turkey is a first step - and a smart one given Ankara's influence.
Obama's call for a large-scale reform of NATO towards a more flexible, globally operating security force is highly controversial within the Alliance, especially among its larger Western European members. However, NATO's future mission will undoubtedly include a more active role in regional crisis areas, especially in the wider Middle East. The importance of its image in the region therefore must not be underestimated, which NATO still does given the symbolic meaning of a Secretary General Rasmussen. The issue comes as a huge ideological burden for NATO's operations in Afghanistan and elsewhere; a needless mistake, that should have been avoided. And yet another reason to embrace Turkey.


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How to Prepare for Grad Portraits
Arrival Time
Please arrive at your appointment 15 minutes early. You will want to be relaxed and ready for your photo session. Ensure that you allow enough time to prepare yourself, and to discuss your poses and backgrounds with the photographer.
Wardrobe, Attire and Clothing
During your Graduation portrait sitting, we will take 12 or more photos. Some will be 'traditional' with the grad robe and sash in your school's colours; others may be 'contemporary' poses in formal (or casual) attire.
- Please wear clothes which reflect your personality, and will make your loved ones proud in the years ahead! Make sure they're neatly pressed and on hangers so they stay neat and unwrinkled. We will try our best to accommodate a change of clothes, time permitting.
- Avoid white or light-coloured clothing.
- Solid, medium and dark colours look best on camera.
- Busy patterns, stripes or logos will detract from you, the main subject.
- V-necks or scoop-necked shirts look good on almost anyone and turtlenecks work well if you have a long neck and slim face.
- Guys, if you have a suit at home, don't forget to bring it with you. A suit will look great in your graduation photo.
You will want to be comfortable, and you should feel great about how your hair looks on photo day, so it's usually not the best day to experiment with different or new hairstyles. If you are going to get a haircut, make sure it's just a trim, and not a drastically different hairstyle that you might not feel comfortable with. And do it at least one week before the shoot, to allow you plenty of time to adjust to it.
Fresh-looking, daytime make-up is best. Try not to go overboard with thick or heavy foundation or cosmetics. Natural tends to be the key word when it comes to great photos- just do what you usually do every day. Use a little bit of loose powder to touch-up shiny areas on your face, and concealer to lighten up dark spots and cover blemishes. Try a neutral or natural-toned nail polish to make your nails look great.
We're good at retouching our pictures, but even a 5 o'clock shadow can't be removed. Light stubble can be picked up by the camera, so make sure you shave carefully the morning of, or a couple of hours before your session. Cleanse your face thoroughly to remove any oiliness and to prevent shine. Feel free to ask others for help with a little bit of concealer or powder to even out your skin tone and minimize blemishes- film and television makeup artists use it on anybody and everybody to enhance their image for the camera. Make sure you check your appearance and fix your hair immediately before your photo session.
We want your Graduation Photos to be a true reflection of who you are, so feel free to bring any accessories that do just that. Items such as musical instruments, sports equipment, etc., are props that will express the real you at this time in your life.
Grad Gown Pictures
Ladies traditionally prefer to let the gown and sash be the main event! Try not to wear anything that will detract from your face or neckline. A V-neck or scoop neck top worn underneath your gown will work perfectly.
Gentlemen traditionally choose a fresh, white or light-coloured dress shirt and a tie that works with the colours of your school's sash and gown.
What to Bring
- A couple of changes of clothing that reflect your personality
- General grooming supplies
- Hair and makeup products (comb, hairspray, face powder)
- Props and accessories
Finally, have fun! If you're relaxed and feeling good about yourself, it will be reflected in your photos.

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Kenya's opposition said on Friday it would "not be a party" to any imminent announcement of results of the presidential vote by the election commission and rejected the idea of taking its challenge to court.
Provisional results from polling stations show President Uhuru Kenyatta with a lead of 1.4 million votes ahead of Raila Odinga as he vies for a second and final five-year term. Odinga has lost the last two elections, claiming fraud in both cases.
Many Kenyans fear a repeat of the violence that followed the 2007 contested election, when about 1,200 people were killed and hundreds of thousands displaced as political protests lead to ethnic killings, reports Reuters.
Odinga's camp said earlier on Friday it would accept the election result only if allowed to see raw data on the commission's computer servers.
"We raised some very serious concerns, they have not responded to them. As NASA (opposition coalition) we shall not be party to the process they are about to make," senior opposition official Musalia Mudavadi told reporters.
James Orengo, one of Odinga's lieutenants and an election agent for the opposition coalition, said the process had been a "charade".
He praised the Kenyan people's history of standing up to stolen elections and said there were "constitutional alternatives" to challenging any result, but he stopped short of calling for protests.
"Going to court, for us, is not an alternative. We have been there before," he said.
"The Kenyan people have never disappointed … every time an election has been stolen, the Kenyan people have stood up to make sure changes are made to make Kenya a better place."
Earlier, Orengo had called for the candidates and observers to be given access to the election commission's servers so there could be a transparent audit of data from 41,000 polling stations across the country.
Yakub Guliye, election commissioner in charge of information technology, said the opposition had not made a formal request and it would not act on a verbal request.
Normal procedure calls for the commission to release final results after cross checking its electronic tally with paper forms.


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In my column this week at Michigan Business Review, I complain about the way Wikipedia is going. Turns out, it's becoming just another old-school encyclopedia and not the complete source of human knowledge that I had hoped it would become. There are many reasons for this, but one of them is the surprising short-sightedness of Wiki's moderators -- an example of how just a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
I almost spit out my coffee this morning when I listened to a podcast produced by some of Wikipedia's moderators. They were complaining about some of the "trivia" now cluttering up what they consider to be the wonderfully complete entry on the life of JFK. I had to laugh out loud at the thought of a few geeks behind their computers (you can actually hear them clacking away in the background during the podcast) who, armed with their Internet search engines, presumed themselves to be qualified to determine what should be dismissed as "trivia."And, speaking of trivia, longtime NanoBot watchers might recognize my own teeny-tiny contribution to Wikipedia.
My own personal 15 nanoseconds of fame on Wikipedia can be found in the entry for the National Nanotechnology Initiative. The page says: "President Bill Clinton advocated nanotechnology development. Howard Lovy, a nanotechnology writer, said the Initiative may 'turn out to be one of Clinton's most-important legacies.'"Backgrounder
Here's how that came about. I was at Birmingham's Baldwin Library a couple of years ago making use of the free Internet connection to get some work done. I took a break, stretched and noticed Clinton's autobiography in the new books section. I was surprised to find that Clinton, himself, hardly mentioned his launching of the initiative.
So, I wrote the statement above in my nanotech-themed blog. I was qualified to make the statement, as I had spent the previous three years or so covering nanotech full time. Although it could be argued that I'm not a historian nor a scientist, so what gives me the right to make such a claim and Wikipedia the right to list it as a credible source?
Well, the wonderful thing about history is that it marches on. And we'll see. More here
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Spybase Dome To Protect From weather - Yeah, Right
Chief Reporter
"It (the Waihopai spybase's new dome, being installed today) is inflated to two PSI (pounds per square inch) above atmospheric pressure and designed to protect the satellite (sic – dish) from the weather not hide the direction that the satellite (sic – dish) is pointed, as has been popularly believed". Full story at http://www.stuff.co.nz/national/2663681/Spy-base-ready-for-new-dome
Yeah ,right.
In which case, why isn't Telecom's big satellite dish at Warkworth under a dome to "protect it from the weather"? Or the big satellite dishes on the roofs at TV1 and TV3 in Auckland? Or. Come to think, the hundreds of thousands of satellite TV dishes on buildings and houses up and down the country?
Of course the purpose of the domes at Waihopai is to conceal the direction in which the dishes are being pointed, in order to conceal which international civilian telecommunications satellites they are spying on. Actually the Stuff report quoted above has a Freudian slip in that it uses the word "satellite" instead of "dish". That's it in a nutshell – the domes are to conceal what satellites are being spied on.
Please turn the question around and ask the NZ Government Communications Security Bureau if they, and their masters in the US National Security Agency, don't mind at all if anyone can see which way their spy dishes are pointing and can therefore work out who and what they're spying on? Do a quick Google search of other spybases – Pine Gap in Australia or Menwith Hill in the UK, for example – and tell us how many uncovered dishes you can see as opposed to ones concealed by domes.
Please stop falling for the GCSB line that, uniquely, Waihopai's satellite dishes have to be covered by domes to stop them getting wet or blowing away.


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A new issue of the Interdiciplinary Tai Studies Series TAI CULTURE dedicated to the topic "Tai Ahom in Assam" is now available. The 210 p. volume was edited in collaboration between SEACOM southeast asia communication centre Berlin (Germany) and the Purna Kanta Buragohain Institute for Tai and Southeast Asian Studies, Guwahati, Assam (India).
Although there exist a good number of studies and publications on Assam and the Tai Ahom altogether – mostly written by Tai Ahom or other scholars from India, and many of the works are in Assamese language – in general there has been limited awareness among other Tai peoples of Asia and among international scholars on the historical role, development, achievements, and specific characteristics of the Tai people who are called Ahom in Northeast India, and about their former Tai kingdom in Assam.
This new volume aims to shed more light on the history and culture of the Tai Ahom, and to give indigenous Ahom researchers and scholars from Assam a voice in an international publication as they are able to research and interpret primary sources in Ahom and Assamese languages.
The volume consists of 16 research articles, photo reports, bibliographies and glossaries, including articles on the Buddhist Tai ethnic groups in NE India, Impressions and thoughts on the Tai Ahom and other Tai in NE India, Tai Studies in Assam, the Historical background of Tai Ahom law, Ahom warfare, the Diplomatic relations of the Tai Ahom court, Tai Ahom-Assamese dictionary manuscripts, Inscriptions in Tai Ahom language, the Priestly classes of the Tai Ahom, Tai Ahom cosmology and traditions, Burial sites of Tai Ahom kings, and many more.
The volume can be ordered via the SEACOM homepage http://www.seacom.de (click on "TAI CULTURE").


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Located 10 miles from the California coast, amid the grandeur of the redwoods of the northern Santa Cruz mountains, Redwood Glen provides a variety of free time and recreation opportunities for guests, on site as well as off.
A large ball field, just below Smith Hall, is available for softball, soccer, and large group games. A paved outdoor basketball court, sand volleyball pit, tetherballs, horseshoes, ping pong, and foosball are also available. Equipment is provided, though there is a nominal fee for ping pong balls and foosballs. An enclosed, sturdy wooden play structure is also easily accessible for children of all ages. And a new traverse climbing wall has been built for additional adventure for children and youth. During the summer months our swimming pool and diving area are open, with certified lifeguards provided at no additional cost.
Situated on 165 acres and bordered by Pescadero Creek, Redwood Glen offers (for those with limited time and ability) short accessible trails, which connect with more extensive trail systems for those who are looking for longer and more challenging adventures. Redwood Glen shares borders with San Mateo Memorial Park and Pescadero Creek Park, and is connected with Portola State Park via Old Haul Road, with Big Basin State Park an ambitious but doable 9 miles away for trail runners and well-seasoned day hikers.
For those who prefer to explore by car rather than foot, the local community of Pescadero is only 15 minutes away. Cheese from Harley Farms, burritos at the local gas station, crab cioppino at Duarte's Tavern, artichoke bread at Arcangeli Grocery/Norm's Market, weekend barbecues at Pescadero Country Store, a series of boutique shops and the "Old Rock Guy" are some of the local favorites which attract crowds to this small coastal town every weekend. For more information on Pescadero, click here.


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17 Response to "My Maiden Vlog"
- Gilly Says:
HOLY INSIGHTFUL, BATMAN!!!!! That vlog just hit me like a shovel in the FACE!!! YES!!! CONTROL!!!! Wow!!!
You're adorable and junk too, but holy CRAP, you just had me totally rivited with that observation! Soooo many thoughts! Wow!! GREAT post!!!
(PS: Twilight is lame for so many reasons...get ahold of yourself, woman!! lol!!)
- May 14, 2010 at 1:32 PM
- Steph Says:
When you brought up the issue of eating disorders, you totally hit it on the head. Those with eating disorders feel that it is the only way they can control the chaos in their lifes. It's great that you enjoy the power exchange that you find in going to the gym. It is a classic behavior for people who lead a very active life where they take responsibility for everything in their lives, be it being supermom, a wife, in charge of a houshold, etc. (and yes, commonly control freaks do tend to take a submissive role in the bedroom in another form of power exchange as it is a release for them). You bring up so many good points and I have to admit that I am not at that point where food doesn't "control" me. I don't obesess about it, but since I am so new to the band, that I am trying so hard to be good.
Twilight drives me crazy...it is about an obsessive relationship and is SO totally an unhealthy example that is being set for pre-teen girls when it somes to self worth in a relationship...
You are awesome! Thanks for the great vblog!
- May 14, 2010 at 2:40 PM
- Camille Says:
There is this great scene in What's Eating Gilbert Grape where his mom, who is horribly obese, meets his girlfriend, who is clearly anorexic. The mom tells the girlfriend kind of apologetically, "I have a problem with food." and the girlfriend replies "Me too."
I so agree with you. I want to get to a place where my daily intake just doesn't matter. There is no bad or good. It's just a freakin doughnut.
- May 14, 2010 at 3:39 PM
- Cindylew Says:
Great vlog...I only counted 2 hair flips...quite impressive.
I, like you am still very early in my journey and must answer that no, I am not "there" yet with food. But strangely, I feel I am on my way to being closer than I have ever been and it's happened in the few weeks since my surgery. I haven't had a fill so the little bit of restriction I have left from swelling or healing, etc. is almost non-existant. But in the week since I've been on mushies (pretty much eating anything at this point), I've been pleasantly surprised by how satisfied I feel even with the small amounts of food. Part of that comes from sheer gratitude after almost 4 weeks of nothing but shakes or liquids but I believe the majority of that satisfied feeling comes from my realization that never again will I deny myself an entire category of food (besides bread or pasta) and that I can chose whatever I want to eat because it's Horton, my band who will take care of how much of it that I can comfortably eat. I know I'm probably over simplifying this, however, from reading everyone's blogs, there seems to be two approaches...the diet approach and the non-diet approach. The diet approach is where you log every single thing that you put in your pie hole in the course of the day and tally everything up at the end. Don't get me wrong...if that's what works for you, God bless you. The non-diet approach is where you have some semblance of a plan so that you have reasonable choices available to you for each meal (so that you're not scrambling for fast-food every day at lunch). Choices that make you look forward to the meal...not dreading it. For me that might not be a yogurt, but rather a small portion of homemade chicken salad. The chicken salad I'd look forward too...the yogurt, not so much. And my non-diet logic now is...if all the chicken salad I can/will eat is around 1/2 cup, how is that going to do any more damage than a cup of yogurt. This is how I've been eating for the past week or so and I've been consistently losing...not setting any speed records, but this is for the rest of my life so what's the damn hurry.
Anyway...those are my thoughts.
- May 14, 2010 at 4:30 PM
- Sandy Says:
Great post and lots to think about. I so want to just forget about food. To just eat when I have to. When you mentioned the friend who you think has an eating disorder, you are probably right. Most of my friends as super thin and to them food is just that-food to keep them alive. Some exercise to the extreme to keep thin. In the 90's when I was on the Phen-Fen drug, I forgot about eating. I ate because I started to feel hungry, but most times I didn't think about what I would have next. It wasn't controlling me. I am at the point now where I have to plan my meals for the day and hate it. But if I don't I eat crap. I like a comment on the SOB blog where she always makes up batches of soup and has that every day. She just reaches into the freezer for her lunch. Doesn't have to think every night or morning. I'm going to try that because I want to wipe my mind free of having to think about food so much. I hope this made some sense.
- May 14, 2010 at 5:01 PM
- CC Says:
hmmm...well three things
#1 the blonde hair shocked me! your main pic you are a brunette :-) but you are beautiful either way!
#2 robert pattison? really? i just don't get it! i don't think there is anything attractive about him!
#3 WOW....very insightful thoughts an views. the whole control thing really got me, there is so little that we can actually control, food is almost the easy choice. i never realized i had an addiction, now i do, and am struggling with it day by day. like someone said, it is hard to be addicted to something that you actually need to survive! moderation is my new word, learned it and am now trying to live it :-)
- May 14, 2010 at 8:58 PM
- Girl Bandit Says:
Great vlog...you are gorgeous and so insightfu;l and not a crazy mum I am sure. I loved the Twilight books but as the movies get more and more publicity I lose interest. Control...hmmm so true. I alsways class my periods of gaining weight as out of control. I used to beat myself up about not being able to restrain how much and what I ate. I love the band now because I don't feel out of control anymore. I feel happy to be able to eat what I want and not feel guilty about it. It is such a freedom to me. Keep vlogging ...I loved it. Hope your friend is ok. I think one of my friends thinks I have an eating disorder so at least she cares....I don't of course,
- May 14, 2010 at 9:16 PM
- Angie Cummings Says:
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- May 14, 2010 at 10:27 PM
- Angie Cummings Says:
Ok first off YAY 11 minutes of Sherry time. My thoughts as we go...
You're blonde!
Your house is prettty!
Your hair is REALLY PRETTY.
I'm glad you love training too!
Great insights about control... It makes a lot of sense! I totally get what you're saying about control - I think that we as people who overate have so much in common with the common 'eating disorders' - they're both about finding control in our chaotic lives.
Ok further thought... I think I always used food as a control thing. I overate. Now I have to be very careful to not think of food as something to control, not to restrict too much, not to feel guilty about eating... etc. Shit I need to blog about this myself eh?
Marathon comment... You must be bored of me by now. I find I am slowwwwly getting over food. SOME DAYS. Some days I eat whatever I eat, but it's not WHO I AM. IT DOESN'T DEFINE ME. xox.
oh and finally - YOUR BLOG GOT SO PRETTY! WHEN DID THAT HAPPEN!? MATCHES YOUR PRETTY FACE.
Oh and love twilight too!
- May 14, 2010 at 10:29 PM
- Bonnie Says:
Great vlog. Very insightful and I didn't get bored at all. :-) What hit me most is what you said about "good" and "bad" food. I am also hoping that after I get banded and have time to adjust I'll be able to eat what I want, but in small portions so it's okay. I'm tired of my moods being effected by what I do or don't eat. I prefer older men so the Twilight duo don't do anything for me, but my girls love them. The thing that I do like is that my older daughter was not a big reader at all, which broke my heart because I always loved to read when I was a kid. Well, she started reading the Twilight book, loved it and read all the others. That was a gateway series and now reads a lot more than she ever used to. She also likes the books better than the movies, which I'm also happy about. I guess there could be some women who have deeper issues for liking the Twilight series, but I can see how it can tap into the those younger feelings when you could just totally react on emotion alone and ignore the reality (ie he's a vampire, you're not).
- May 16, 2010 at 8:19 AM
- Amy W. Says:
Hi love of my life. Do you want to come over so we can practice brushing each others hair?
You know, now that you mentioned it, I feel like with all the stuff going on in my life right now I havent felt the need to post about my weight or what I am eating but damn it...I still think about it! But do you know what? I have forgotten to weigh myself several times this week.
Um...TWILIGHT? STop it right now! I am more of a trueblood fan meself...hotties! Do you watch TrueBlood?
You are beautiful and I cant wait for our chicago time!
- May 16, 2010 at 12:58 PM
- Jess Says:
You're adorable and I can't wait to read about your Twilight opinion.
I LOVE the books and like the movies. I LOVE Edward in the book, but am annoyed by his pathetic neediness in the movie. He's too complex to convey in a movie so I don't fault Rob. It is what it is.
I started to reply to your deeper questions but got carried away and was taking me too long to make my point. Dang it.
- May 17, 2010 at 1:59 PM
- Alexis Says:
Totally getting caught up on everyone's blogs. I've been reading for over 3 hours, but seriously...this one perked me right up. What a freaking great vlog (side note: I still have yet to do a vlog and it's been over a year!).
I'm such a control freak and I agree too that this really made me think if my eating was a way of having control of something in my life or if my eating was out of control and I didn't know what to do about it. I don't know if I will ever have the answer.
I've finally gotten to the point where I don't really cringe when I eat something I "shouldn't". I enjoy GOOD food. Always have and most likely always will. I got that band simply as a tool to help monitor portions. I love that I still can enjoy some things that I used to in moderation. In a way, it actually makes me feel more in control of the food choices I do make (hmmmmm).
Oh! I love Twilight! We'll bug the hell out of Amy with the Twilight talk in Chicago! Ha! I'm a huge TrueBlood fan though too...more adult = more steamy scenes :)
You are super beautiful and I can't wait to meet you in Chicago!
- May 18, 2010 at 2:27 PM
- Joey Says:
I finally got to watch this.
I love you. Too much?
- May 20, 2010 at 5:37 PM
- Stephanie M. Says:
Oh I have soooo much to say about this, but the Ambien is kicking in and I am so sleeeeeepy. But I am right there with you, my dear. I understand. And when I get around to posting my BYOC tomorrow, this is TOTALLY my blog post of the week and I will write more on the subject.
Has anyone ever told you that you remind them of Arden Myrin from Chelsea Lately? Absolutely adorable and a HUGE compliment as she is one of my favorites and just too cute and funny.
- May 21, 2010 at 10:37 PM
- oneanonymousone Says:
omg! I totally get why Gilly sent me your way! Thank you so much for that vlog. You just expressed everything that I have been trying to express in my own head recently.
Control. Yes! That is it!
Looking forward to getting to know you :)
- May 30, 2010 at 4:44 PM
- Amanda Says:
I only got to watch a couple seconds of this (at work.. will watch more later!)
You remind me of Reese Witherspoon. it's the way you talk and the way you're blonde.. I think. I love Reese. :D You're beautiful!
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There is something seriously cool about turning up to your wedding in an iconic VW kombi ! You can be sure your wedding guests will be talking about it as one of the highlights of your big day!
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- Rusty can seat up to 7 people, plus chauffeur
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We thoroughly enjoyed having rusty for our wedding day and the boys felt like kings rolling up to the venue in such an amazing ride. Lin kept myself and the girls calm on the way to the venue and she went out of her way to assist us all with getting ready and also helping our photographer set the scene for amazing shots. Her professional and calming nature helped keep my nerves at bay which was a huge help!! She also helped with carrying my bouquet and veil around while photos were happening. They were truly a sensational team to work with and they helped everything flow easily. There was fast correspondence with booking rusty and Lin kept us in the loop the entire time. I would absolutely highly recommend using Lovedubs & Rusty for your big day!! They are sensational!!
Penny & Eli
We weren't fussed about a wedding car until I saw Rusty at wedding show. Rusty & beats made the boys trip to the venue and was a great addition to our wedding pics! Lin made all this seamless and helped out with drinks and nibbles which was a real bonus! Definitely added to the atmosphere for the day, thanks Lin & Rusty!
Christine & Heath
Lin & Rusty, where do we start!
Firstly we were so excited when we found you online - we booked over a year in advance to ensure Rusty was a part of our big day. And we are so glad we did.
The Kombi just brought a lovely relaxed and happy vibe to the day, and a sparkle to our guests' eyes. The pumping tunes provided on the way to the ceremony and as we cruised the streets of the mount calmed all my nerves, and Lin even found us a little spot in the shade to refresh before finally heading to the Church. As a bride I was so relaxed, calm and excited to walk down the aisle, and a lot of that I would attribute to our amazing transport and driver Lin. Little did we know Lin was also babysitter extraordinaire - after spotting sleeping kids in a guest's car, kindly took over child minding duties so they could join in on the ceremony.
It's these little things that truly made us so glad we booked Lin and Rusty - let alone the gorgeous photos we have to look back on.
Lin is the ultimate professional and we wouldn't hesitate recommending her and Rusty to anyone for their big day".
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Rusty Lin and Rusty were an outstanding part of our daughter's wedding day. Lin was so easy to deal with leading up to the wedding and on the day she did everything she could to make sure it all went smoothly. Rusty was admired by everyone and a great success. We would highly recommend them to anyone who wants something a bit out of the ordinary for their big day. Jane Pow (Nicky's Mum)
Anyone who asks about the wedding or sees photos gets so happy when they see I arrived in the Kombi! Those people who know me well, know that I have been Kombi obsessed ever since I was a teenager! I would constantly be nagging my parents, dad in particular, to let me get one. My wedding day was my first ever ride in a Kombi! It was just the icing on the cake so our perfect day. I remember hopping in and sitting in the back thinking 'wow this is it, I'm finally in a Kombi!' Haha on your wedding day you are normally thinking 'this is it, I am finally getting married!' It was such a neat thing to do for me, and you were so lovely and helpful (squeezing my big dress in). I only wish we got to spend more time in Rusty!
Jac & Wade
Wow, Lin and Rusty were amazing! We had not planned on having a wedding car, but couldn't stop looking at Rusty. We both agreed that Rusty would fit in perfectly to our day, so we booked.
Lin is super friendly and easy to deal with. The little journey to the venue was fun and enjoyable which eased the nerves.
Thanks Lin and Rusty, you helped make our day perfect!!
Lin thank you SOOO much for being SO amazing. You seriously went above and beyond for me and the bridal party. We all felt like we had known you for years. So friendly and helpful. You truly made my day so amazing. Thank you so much. Rusty is gorgeous, just like you! xx Bec & Ben
Thank you sooo much Lin and Rusty, you blew everyone away when you dropped myself and my lovely sisters off at our wedding venue yesterday. I was super nervous but then you put a song on that helped calm the nerves as it is a song that my mates and I used to listen to and it brought back so many good memories, thank you very much! and the fact that Aaron and I kept Rusty a secret until the day made it that much cooler. Thanks Rusty and Lin!!! Jess & Aaron
My husband and i got married march 2014 and in the mist of all the planning we had our hearts set on a kombi van as our wedding car. We had no success and almost chose something else (no where near as striking!) until running into Rusty at the Tauranga wedding expo... It was love at first sight!!! An amazing photo prop, enough seats for our whole bridal party, the beautiful and extremely entertaining Lin as our driver, music to set the mood, and space in the boot for a chilli bin full of wine, beer, and treats!!! We couldn't have asked for more! A-MAZING!!! Natalie and Allister Field
While planning our wedding we decided not to have a car..…it was extra expense we didn't find important. But, then my mum txt me a website she insisted I checked out. I saw it, saw Rusty and said "Oh sh#t, that's cool!"
Then I met the lively, fun Lin and Rusty and instantly fell in love. It was booked and I was so happy, Lin and Rusty were going to make the day even more special and what we wanted….fun!
Our wedding was at my parents bach on the back lawn. My husband to be didn't know we were having Rusty and he was over the moon when I and my bridesmaids zoomed up the driveway, Queen rocking, tooting, and huge smiles. The crowd parted and Rusty stole the show and had everyone talking the whole day. I was so happy to see everyone's glowing faces and it relaxed me too!
Driving around Whanga with music blaring, people singing, with the wedding party and Lin was the best fun I've ever had. We went to all the great spots for photos then headed to our reception for another grand entrance.
Lin then picked my husband and I up after our reception to stay at her warm & homely Whangamata Beach House. When we got there it was just gorgeous, there were candles lit everywhere, a double spa bath and we had the scrummiest breakfast to wake up to. Staying for that second night was the best decision since we were exhausted and it was bliss to have our own place while family were still around.
Throughout the whole day Rusty was the talk of the night, he was a key feature in our day and a brilliant one. Everyone enjoyed sitting in him and are still talking about how much fun and vibrancy he added to our day. Lin…well everyone loved her, she's kind, hospitable, fun and humble without being pushy and "always there". You couldn't ask for a better combo to add that extra something to your day, the two of them are perfect.
Anna & Potter
Thank you so much for everything you did to help our wedding be the success it was on Saturday. The service you provided was A++. Not only did you bring us their in style, you were the perfect host as you set out our platter and served the bridal party while we posed for our photos. Would totally recommend you to everyone. Sharon & Marty
Thank you so much to Lovedubs for making my friends wedding such a special day. The service you provided could not be faulted and I can not rave enough how fabulous and you were. I would not hesitate in recommending Loveduds to anyone who has a special occasion coming up that requires a great car and a fantastic driver. Friends of Sharon & Marty's
As we walked out of an incredible Taylor Swift concert Logan spotted something he knew I'd absolutely adore; A shiny black vintage kombi called Rusty waiting to drive VIPs. It was stunning. We were told her VIPs had just cancelled so we could jump on board. I was a little unsure but Logan confidently jumped in, so I followed. Inside was an ice bin full of my fave ginger beer. We rode across town with everyone admiring us and eventually stopped by Lake Pupuke. There Logan led me to a jetty lit with candles. That was when everything clicked for me. There, waiting for us, was a little row boat. Logan rowed us across the still, glassy lake, picking up a guitar from a pontoon on the way . During my turn to row, of course, I snapped an oar. After what felt like an hr of laughing and trying to waka paddle with the broken oar, we made it to the front of the pumphouse where the jetty was lit up by candles.
On a lake in a row boat, surrounded by swans and stars, Logan grabbed the guitar and sang me a beautiful song he'd always wanted to sing to me. I was shaking, laughing and crying at the same time as he got down on one knee in the wobbly dinghy and proposed. I saw a dark figure crawl down the bank to flick a switch and a sign lit up the shoreline flashing the words MARRY ME, as fireworks burst over the lake.
Logans little helpers had set out a candlelit champagne picnic for us on the shore where we celebrated, laughed, and dreamed about our future together as husband and wife.
Logan & Natasha
**Logan and I had arranged this secret marriage proposal. Playing "actress" for the night was nerve wracking yet so much fun, best of all we managed to pull it off and Natasha said "YES"**
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Shares in Bristol-Myers Squibb plunged as much as 23 percent Friday after the company announced that a Phase III study of the PD-1 inhibitor Opdivo (nivolumab) in patients with previously untreated advanced non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) failed to hit its main goal of progression-free survival (PFS). Meanwhile, shares of Merck & Co., which markets the similar drug Keytruda (pembrolizumab), rose as much as 11 percent on the news.
The CheckMate-026 study randomised 541 patients with advanced NSCLC to treatment with Opdivo or chemotherapy until disease progression, unacceptable toxicity or the completion of six cycles. The primary endpoint of PFS was assessed by the Independent Radiology Review Committee in patients whose tumours expressed PD-L1 on at least 5 percent of cells.
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Opdivo was first approved in 2014 to treat melanoma, and is also authorised for use in patients with metastatic non-small-cell lung cancer, advanced renal cell carcinoma and relapsed classical Hodgkin lymphoma. Last month, Bristol-Myers Squibb disclosed that second-quarter sales of the product reached $840 million, up from $122 million in the year-ago period. Revenue from Opdivo has been projected to rise to $7.7 billion by 2018.
Commenting on the CheckMate-026 study results, Evercore analyst Mark Schoenebaum remarked "this is a major surprise, possibly the biggest clinical surprise of my career." Meanwhile, Leerink analysts said they had spoken with Bristol-Myers Squibb management, who were "surprised and disappointed" by the trial, noting "there appears to be no silver lining." Leerink analysts had previously predicted that failure in the CheckMate-026 trial could boost sales of Merck's immunotherapies to $5 billion by 2026, versus estimates of $3.5 billion. "We'd expect Merck to gain significant traction in the overall market," the analysts said, adding that the market opportunities for AstraZeneca's investigational therapies durvalumab and tremelimumab could also improve based on the study failure.
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Oriolus Publishing House, 2015; hbk, 590pp; 40 colour photographs, 164 maps
Poland is perhaps bigger than most people imagine – it is a third larger than the UK and heavily forested – almost 30% of the land is woodland – while there are about 10,000 waterbodies covering more than a hectare each. And, in a recent survey of travelling British birdwatchers, Poland emerged as the fifth most-visited European country, so it comes as a surprise that until now there has not been a book outlining in detail the many sites that you can visit. Most visiting birders have tended to focus on the prime areas of the Biebrza Marshes and BiaÅ'owieza Forest. These are the two sites that provide easy access to the target birds that many of us want to see. But this book provides a much wider approach, with 119 sites in total.
A team of 46 people worked to create this book, which is split into 14 chapters (often, but not always, covering the main provinces of Poland). Each of the sites is described in detail, and for some there are GPS references to enable quick identification of access points and major features. Key species are listed within a very readable text – which often runs to over 1,000 words – with subsections by habitat or season. Other animals and interesting plants are also mentioned in a separate section. There is plenty of detail on access possibilities, a description on how to reach the site, and links to useful websites and published articles. Each site is accompanied by at least one map.
A checklist of 449 species gives the status of each, while a further 62 species of uncertain origin are listed separately. An alphabetical species index allows you to search for sites where these can be seen. There is an overall map of the country showing every site within the book, but maps showing the 14 chosen regions in more detail would have been useful.
With flights now operating from the UK to 11 widely spaced Polish airports, there has never been an easier time to explore this exciting country. This book will be a great asset to visiting birders.
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But you know what I never seem to see? Blog posts on how to actually plan the trips, and even more importantly, tips on how to be organized when you're on the trip. Maybe nobody cares about this, but whatever, I'm going to share it anyway! :)
It's no secret that I love to plan trips. LOVE. It's like, 40% of the fun of travel for me! And while I've shared some sample trip itineraries with budget breakdowns, I thought I'd dive a little deeper and walk through how I actually plan out trips. These days, anyone can be their own travel agent, it's all just a matter of doing a
So here are the steps I go through every time we go somewhere:
Step 1: Pick a destination
This may or may not be easy. Most of the time I know I will decide I want to go somewhere, but not really know that much about the destination. Or I'll want to go somewhere to do a certain activity. Maybe I just know I want to go somewhere tropical, for example. Narrowing down the destination is always the first step though, since you can't plan a trip to nowhere. Usually this isn't an issue for me, since I've got such a long list of places I want to visit, but if you're unsure, Google Images is sometimes a good place to start. Try searching for, say, "Caribbean" and see if there are any images that stand out to you. You can then click through to find out where they were taken, and bam! There's your next vacation destination.
Step 2: Make a list of some fun things you might like to do at your destination
I like to start with reading the "Things To Do" page on Trip Advisor for my initial ideas list. And it's important to keep it organized, with links to where you found your info, and notes to yourself. A column for the location, as well as the activity cost can be really useful too. Sometimes trip planning can take weeks, or even months, and you don't want to have to try to remember where you saw that review about the best beach to visit, or have to search again to check the cost of a tour.
I do the same with listing out potential restaurants we might want to eat at, and maybe hotels to stay at, although I usually prioritize hotels last, since I prefer to have our activities and things we want to do dictate where we stay, so we're in close proximity to the action.
Step 3: Check reviews, to find the best tour companies/restaurants/hotels
This step goes hand in hand with step two, but takes things a little further. Once you've determined you want to do a snorkel tour, for example, dig deeper to see which tour companies have the best reviews, and make sure to read at least a couple pages of the reviews. Just because something has a high rating, doesn't always mean it's exactly what you're looking for. This will also help you determine if the cost of the tour/restaurant/hotel is a good value or not. I also like to cross check places in the travel forums on Trip Advisor. Often times people will write 'trip reports' that have even more details and tips than just the regular reviews.
Ok, those tips were pretty no-brainers. But now it's time for the organization to really come in handy!
Step 4: Do some initial mapping out of where your potential activities, restaurants and hotels are, to help you in beginning to build an itinerary
Once you've got your list of what companies you'll be doing tours with, what activities you want to do (and you've saved links, so it's easy to pull up the addresses), where you want to eat and where you might want to stay, you can start building out an itinerary.
I like to do this in a couple of steps. The first one is to map out where everything is. This may or may not be necessary though, depending on the scope of your trip. If you're just mainly staying on a resort, and doing a couple of off-resort activities, probably not a big deal to skip this part. But if you're planning a multiple-hotel stays with a rental car trip, or especially a road trip, it's a huge help in making an itinerary.
Once you've located everything on the map, you can start to get a feel for proximity, which in turn, allows you to go to the next step...
Step 5: Planning what days to do which activities and eat at which restaurants
Again, the depth you need to go really depends on the kind of trip you're planning. But in the example I'm using for our Florida Keys trip I'm putting together, we are flying in to Ft. Lauderdale, renting a car, working our way down the Keys to Key West, then back up and to the Everglades, over the course of 5 days. So while both a gator show and Duval Street are on my list of things I want to do, I can't really do them both the same day, since they're about 3.5-4 hours drive from each other. But that's where the mapping of things from the last step comes in handy.
Once I know where everything is, I can start grouping things together by days. This step usually involves some playing around and shifting activities until they're appropriately spread out so we have enough time to actually do them, while keeping things grouped by proximity to each other. And that brings us to the next step, timing.
Step 6: Add times to your itinerary
Once you've got your itinerary built out by the days you'll do the activities, working with your maps from step 4, you can begin to finalize your itinerary with the times. Go ahead and pull up that snorkel trip link you saved to verify the trip start time options. Check how far it is to drive from point A to point B. What time is sunset, and do you want to be at a waterfront restaurant to watch it? Consider all of these factors, and add the times to your itinerary. This might mean you still need to do some shuffling around of the activities, to make sure you have enough time for it all, or even remove some stuff from the list if you just can't squeeze it in. But this step will ensure that you get to where you need to be, have time to enjoy doing it, and don't miss out on anything because you didn't consider how long something would take.
This might be my favorite part of the planning. What can I say, logistics planning is my jam! It's like a puzzle, to fit everything together, and at the end your reward is an amazing trip.
Step 7: Get the buy-in from your travel companion(s)
I'm sure it's not surprising that I'm the main travel planner in our household. My husband just likes to show up, which is fine by me. But it's his vacation too, so I always want to make sure he's happy with what I'm planning. So once I've got the itinerary laid out (but nothing is booked yet), I present it to him to make sure he's cool with everything. I've found over the years that he doesn't really care about the exact times we'll do stuff, where we'll eat, etc. He just wants an overview, and reassurance that there will be some downtime for relaxing, and beers. So I like to put together a little collage along with the itinerary (or sometimes even a whole PowerPoint!), which just makes things more fun to look at anyway. :) And you'll notice notes about beer, like "Sail, Snorkel and Kayak trip with beer." Ha!
Step 8: Book flights, hotels and activities, in that order
Once you've got the seal of approval from your travel buddies, it's finally time to book everything you've painstakingly researched and planned out. Flights first, since your whole trip can be thrown off if you don't arrive and depart when you were expecting to. Hotels second, since you're not going to get to participate in the activities you've planned unless you have a place to stay. And finally, book your activities. Often times tours and such will have multiple trips per day, so if one time is booked by that point, it's usually not too hard to shuffle your itinerary around to do another time. But if the hotel is full or there's no seats on your flight, you might be out of luck if you've booked your activities first.
Step 9: Save everything with a label in Gmail for easy organizing of your bookings. This also makes it easy pull up your reservations on your phone while traveling
Do you use labels in Gmail? If you don't, you are really missing out on a great organizational tool. You can even set up auto filters that will automatically apply the label to any email you receive with a specific word, or from a specific email address. And not only is this really useful to find all of your reservations when you've booked a trip far in advance, it ensures you can easily find the reservations on your phone while you're traveling, just in case you lose your hard copy.
Which brings me to the next step.
Step 10: Make hard copies of everything related to your travel plans
Your itinerary, flight and car rental confirmations, hotel reservations, pre-booked activity confirmations and maps should all be printed out before you leave. Print double sided to conserve paper, but I feel this is a really important step. Just because you saved everything so you could pull it up easily on your phone in the last step, doesn't mean you'll have cell service when you get there. Or maybe you have phone reception, but your GPS isn't getting a signal. Trust me, it's happened, so if I'm doing any driving while on vacation, I always have my directions printed out.
Optional things you might want to also print are any tips on activities you might be doing, and menus for the restaurants you'll be eating at. If you're traveling internationally, you might want to print out a copy of your passport too. It's also optional, but you get a gold star if you make dividers for the different sections and a cover sheet and put it all into a report binder. :)
Step 11: If doing a road trip or traveling by car, send yourself an email with all of the destinations maps links
Yes, I know I can email myself directions from Google Maps. However, my experience has been when you have a map with multiple stops, when I click on the Google Maps-generated email to pull up the map in my GPS, it only will direct me to the last stop, and skips over the other stops. I have no idea why this is, if it's an Android issue, or just on my phone with my Google Maps GPS. So to cover my bases, I manually insert the map links to each destination in an email to myself. It's about 10 minutes of extra work (since I already have the addresses saved in my Excel sheet), but just makes things a lot easier. And having back ups to my printed out maps is just extra piece of mind!
Step 12: Make a business card sized pocket itinerary
This is especially useful for days when you'll be walking a lot, or don't want to carry your travel packet around with you in your purse, but still want a reference to what time you need to be where, or need to see what's on the agenda for the next day. I usually make one for myself and one for my husband. Call me anal (I am!), but this little card is just more piece of mind while traveling, and has often come in handy. Plus, I think it's cute, and so easy just to slip in your wallet or pocket.
So, those are my tips on how to (over) plan a vacation and how I stay organized when we're traveling. I know some of you will think this is overkill. It is, but what can I say, I really, really like to be prepared! Plus, I always assume when traveling that this will be my one and only opportunity to visit a destination, so I want to take the time to find the best of the best things to do and stuff to see, in case I never make it back again. Life is too short to miss out on an amazing activity or awesome restaurant, just because I didn't do any research to find out about it. Luckily I've got my more laid back husband to keep me grounded, and to make me always add in some relaxation time on our vacations, and a night or two of just wandering around to find a yummy looking restaurant.
Do you have any other tips on how to be organized when you travel? And do you usually do uber-prepared and researched vacations, or the more laid back, see what you find when you get there vacations?


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Project Title:
Assessing the Use of Heavy Fuel Oils (HFOs) in Indigenous Communities
Project Leads:
U.S., Canada, AIA, CCU (in cooperation with PAME)
A new project in SDWG commencing in the Finnish Chairmanship (2017-2019). See also PAME work on this subject.
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A project in partnership with the Protection of the Arctic Marine Environment Working Group (PAME) to collect, report and/or review information about on-shore use by indigenous peoples and local communities of HFOs as well as the extent to which such peoples and communities rely on ships that burn HFOs to deliver supplies and provisions. The project will provide a greater understanding of the importance of HFOs to Arctic communities. As nations and the IMO consider phasing out the use of HFO as a fuel by ships in the Arctic in order to protect the marine environment, it is important to understand whether such actions might have unintended impacts on Arctic residents. By surveying Arctic communities and asking how they generate electricity, heat their homes, and move goods in and out of their communities, this project will help Arctic States make better-informed decisions regarding the regulation of HFO.
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it's been a busy time for me here at the farm. it's warm outside and the maple sap has been flowing since January. (Nearly 2 gallons of syrup from then) it's been rough a time or 2 but this winter has been softer than last to be sure. it was actually -6 F the other night. for of out of nowhere as far as i could tell. regardless, i'm sure the brutal cold will be back and if i'm going to heat my world with rocket stoves, i've got to make them in places that are part of my daily life. a warm barn will keep the barn a happy place, well, happier. as i'm already out there twice a day, with the prospect of milking shortly, i figured it was time to get on it. my MULE if working and here's what i've gotten done so far.
i cleared, leveled, and tamped a space outside the back door towards what will be the new coop's door.on this i assembled my brick pad. the riser is mortared together firebrick with a 1 clay/4 sand mortar, a slightly sandier version of the final coat in the Seedhouse, without the cattail fluff. (upper left picture) the system downstream is a 6″ round duct so the internal brickwork maintains a 6 x 4 1/2″ dimension. i actually have a small pile of 6×9″ fire brick. made it a lot easier.
as i'm using a 55 gallon drum as the over barrel, i have 22″ of inside space to fill. among other things i've amassed over the decades is a pile of "soft brick". these things are insulation with no thermal mass. or very little. i used a dull bow saw to cut them. they are weirdo ceramic engineering super materials. 2500 deg F on one side of the brick, barely warm to the touch on the other. these brick are not usable in anything but fire/heat environments as they have little of the durability of "hard" or firebrick. magically enough, i had exactly enough of these bricks to fully insulate the riser to a 19 x 35 1/2″ pile. (remaining 2 pictures)
as yet i'm unsure how i'll proceed. this leaves me with a 1 1/2″ space all the way around. i know that i need to go over the brick to knock off the parts that are still sticking out. the soft brick were left unmortared because doing so didn't fill any need. my decision now is whether to cover the pile with sheet metal, mortar the entire outside and make it smooth, or both, or neither.
ok, so that's not my only decision. this thing will be buried in the floor, i've still got that to See clear. and then there is still all the floor that needs filling in and tamping. ug


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There's no doubt about it. Traveling in an RV can be one of the most rewarding experiences, especially when you're RVing with your family and loved ones. The opportunities to see unique places, visit stunning beaches and beautiful mountains, are just some of the adventures that await you. Having a bike to pedal your way through these paths is even more fun. Since the inside space in most RVs is limited, the perfect solution is to buy an RV bike rack to accommodate your bikes.
Selecting an RV bike rack involves finding the one that suits all your needs. The perfect bike rack would be compatible with your RV and your bikes should fit the bike rack as well. Thus, the key to finding the best fit is doing a thorough research, asking questions, and studying your own bikes. We know you'd rather prefer having fun in your RV than doing tons of research, that's why we've done the hard task for you. In this article, we'll be revealing everything you need to know when choosing an RV bike rack as well as some of the best one's available today.
Choosing the Best Bike Rack for Your RV
The process of selecting a bike rack for your RV starts with knowing the requirements of your RV. Will you be mounting it in the front? How many bikes will you be carrying on your trips? If mounted at the front, won't it affect your driving? Do bikes have similar styles and sizes? Will you be using them often or just occasionally? These are some of the questions that you'll have to answer.
There are three styles of bike racks you'll find in the market today. Each comes with its own set of advantages and disadvantages and you'll have to choose one depending on your requirements.
Bumper Mounted Racks
This type of bike rack is perfect for those who have a square bumper and are not traveling with more than one or two bikes. It can be easily adjusted so that your bike doesn't serve as a restrictive factor when driving. You should, however, be aware that bumper mounted racks are mostly suited for RVs that are made with steel with a wield that spans the entire length of the bumper.
A bumper mounted rack also allows you to carry up to 2 or 4 bikes, allows for optimum strength and doesn't require a lot of effort to install. It also makes accessibility easy for children or people who are shorter. Before choosing bumper mounted bike racks, be sure to consider the type of journey you'll be embarking on, the road, the parking space, and how good your own driving skills are.
Ladder-Mounted Bike Racks
This is one of the easiest solutions to taking your bike with you during an RV trip. Just as its name suggests, the ladder mounted rack is fitted on the ladder at the rear of your RV. Your bikes, which can be up to two or more, are then held in place with their front tires facing vertically facing down. It provides a secure set-up for your bikes especially when you're parking or when your RV hits obstacles on the road.
Ladder mounted bike racks are also quite fast and easy to install for those who have the upper body strength to fix it in place on the ladder. However, the biggest disadvantage is its height as kids and shorter people won't be able to gain easy access to the bikes. Another disadvantage is that you need to have a ladder on your RV and for those who have a ladder, you'll need to dismount it whenever you need to use the ladder for another purpose.
Hitch-Mounted Racks
Hitch mounted racks are the best solution when it comes to RV and bike racks. It has a unique design and can easily accommodate up to 4 bikes. There are usually two styles; platform mount, or hanging. Your choice of hitch mount style will depend on your RV and your bike design. The biggest advantage of hitch mounted bike rack is its ability to fit easily with other vehicles. You can easily dismount them from your RV and transfer them to a truck or other vehicle. It can be very useful when you are using your RV to tow your car, the hitch can be detached from your RV and gotten onto the car with ease.
Now that you understand how to choose a bike rack that fits the requirements of your RV and bike styles, let's look at some of the best RV bike racks available today.
Swagman RV Ladder Rack
We start with one of the most popular brands in this category, Swagman. Swagman is one of the top manufacturers of RV bikes racks and is trusted by many users. However, if your RV does not have a ladder or its ladder is on the side, then this is probably not the type of bike rack you're looking for.
The Swagman RV Ladder Rack can accommodate up to two bikes, provided their individual weights are not more than 35 pounds. This simply means that the maximum load this rack is designed for is 70 pounds. It is also known to be lightweight and corrosion-resistant as it is made of aluminum.
The rack also has a unique hook design which makes installing it quite easily. When installing it, fit it on the top rung, so the tires of your bikes won't be touching the ground when hung on the rack. The rack also comes with straps which allow you to secure the bikes after hanging them. This will ensure you enjoy your trip without the fear of your bikes falling off from the back.
As is the case with most Swagman products, the bike rack gives you peace of mind as it comes with a lifetime warranty.
Swagman Traveler XC2-RV 2 Bike Carrier
The name "Swagman" appears again on our list and with good reason. The brand is one of the best in the market, and all their products justify their dedication and have helped maintain their reputation. The Traveler XC2-RV 2 Bike Carrier is also one of the products that do this great job. We are not surprised though, this rack also has a limited lifetime warranty from the company.
The rack mounts on 4 – 4.5-inch bumpers which makes use of the bumper adaptor. It also works with a class III hitch receiver when it is not used with the bumper adaptor. Thus, it gives you more than one choice in terms of mounting. This may not seem as much, but it is very useful in cases when you need to use every single space available.
The Swagman Traveler can take up to two bikes, with a maximum designed load of 70 pounds. The rack mounts horizontally which means you won't have to disengage the wheel. Because of this, the rack has a sliding wheel that can hold any wheel within 20 to 29 inches. It also has racket arms which can be adjusted to allow them to hold onto the bike.
Swagman 2-Bike RV Bumper Rack
This rack does exactly what its name says, and even more. It falls in our category of bumper-mounted racks and works perfectly with square bumpers with 4 – 4.5 inches. It installs around the bumper using a 6.5 and 8-inch long bolts. With a frame made from heavy-duty steel, it can handle and survive huge amounts of stress. It is also painted in black color and powder-coated which makes it corrosion-resistant. The bolts used to fasten it in place too are not left out as they are also made with heavy duty steel.
As you may have likely guessed, the Swagman 2-Bike RV Bumper Rack can carry up to two bikes, but individual weights of each must not be more than 30 pounds. It can accommodate just about any bike design, including mountain, road, hybrids bikes, and also bikes of different frames and wheel sizes. There is also an upright bar in the center which helps to prevent your bikes from falling during towing.
The cable lock provides additional support and helps to prevent wobbling. Considering its features and qualities, and comparing the price of this bike rack with others, the Swagman 2-Bike RV Bumper Rack is a steal.
Surco 501BR Ladder Mounted Bike Rack
Another top bike rack on our list is the Surco 501BR Ladder Mounted Bike Rack. Made from heavy gauge aluminum, it has a smooth feel due to the satin finish around its body. It is suitable for any van with a ladder that has a tube of at least 1-inch on it. It ensures the ladder is accessible without the need to unmount it every time. It can hold up to two bikes with ease and there are no exact limits for the maximum load, although you have to be careful the amount of load you hang on it. The rubber cradles on the rack allow you to securely fit in your bikes, with flexible rubber straps also available for you to hold them in place. Considering all the features it comes with, the Surco 501BR is a cheap bike rack.
Swagman Mighty Rack
Swagman has dominated our list of the best RV bike racks and another product on our list is the Swagman Mighty Rack. The Swagman Mighty Rack is the perfect choice for those who are interested in keeping their ladder on their RV. It does this in a simple, but ingenious way. The rack mounts around the spare of your RV and onto the bumper. Even when you don't have a spare tire, you can still use the rack. You'll only need to mount it straight onto the bumper.
The installation is quite straightforward too and only involves positioning it around your spare and then locking in the U-bolts around the bumper with a lock washer which keeps it from coming loose, and a nut. In case you need access to the spare, all you have to do is take out the pins that hold the upright bars of the bike rack and heave them off. You don't need to be an expert to be able to hook it up, everything you need, including; bolts, U-bolts, nuts, washers, etc. are supplied with your purchase.
The rack can accommodate two bikes, each with a weight of 35 pounds – a total of 70 pounds maximum weight. The J-hooks supplied with the rack helps you to secure your bikes, and hold them down with the handles. If you don't want to completely eliminate wobbling, just use the straps provided and tighten them around the frame.
Accessories to Complement Your Bike Rack
While your bike rack may have all the features you need, it can still fall short during certain periods. The weather, for example, can suddenly change and cause damage to your bike. Just as rain or mud stick to your RV, they can also cling to your bikes. One of the easiest solutions to this is the use of a bike cover. You can purchase a bike cover at a low cost and save your bikes from getting damaged. Most bike covers are big enough to accommodate two or more bicycles. If the safety of your bike is your major concern, you can purchase a lock and chain to secure each bike.
Pedal Your Way through Adventures
When it comes to carrying bikes along with you on your RV travels, bike racks make it a dauntless task. Whether it is a ladder mounted, bumper mounted, or hitch mounted bike rack, you have to decide depending on your needs. Be sure to check out the strength of your ladder, bumper, as well as other areas to ensure that they are safe for mounting.
As with any product, searching for the best takes a bit of time and requires some patience. We hope we have been able to shed some light into choosing bike racks to suit your purpose. Now, the adventures await you. Happy RVing!
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My husband had a heart attack a month ago high cholesterol. And diabetic I am hoping someone can share some tasty Meal ideas with me thank you in advance Vanessa
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InstantPot and Mealthy pot are 2 appliances I can suggest for easy and healthy meal making. These are all-in-one pressure cookers which greatly reduce the time needed to thoroughly cook food (of all types). Ever try cooking a potatoe up here? Or boiling pinto beans? Takes forever... these easy to use pressure cookers include steamer baskets and other extras too.
https://www.amazon.com/Mealthy-MultiPot ... B076QJNK8G
There are also newer models that can air fry in addition to everything else.
The Mealthy can cook an entire chicken in less than an hour in my experience. Cheap, healthy, fast, and easy. Beans and rice cooks perfect and quick. Steaming veggies in the steamer basket while cooking ribs or stew in the bottom pot can allow you to put together a meal using just this 1 device.
If you or your husband need any help around the house or yard please post and let us know because this community can be very helpful.
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I recently did an internet search/study on how to lower my clolesterol via my diet.
From the Mayo Clinic - Cholesterol: Top foods to improve your numbers
I found oatmeal to be one of the best foods to add to my diet.
How Oatmeal Lowers Cholesterol for Heart Health
It is thought that the oat fibers in the oatmeal mix with cholesterol in the small intestine, then bind to the cholesterol molecules and carry it out of the body instead of it being absorbed into the blood.
It seems oatmeal bran is "sticky" to clolesterol and is one of the best foods to add, even oatmeal cookies. You can buy oat bran at places like National Grocers by Safeway and add it to things you are cooking like breads, muffins, etc. in place of some of the flour.
I started using virgin olive oil in place of butter on things like garlic bread. It tastes just as good to me as butter. Using a salad dressing of virgin olive oil, Balsamic vinegar, and herbs is great on a salad instead of bottled salad dressings.
My husband also found Taurine to be very effective for the heart. You can do an internet search on Taurine to find out all it's benefits. Wikipedia has a good article on Taurine. He bought ours from Amazon.
I hope your husband's health improves! Eating right for his heart and diabetes will certainly help and is one major way for you to do "something" for him.
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I second the use of an electric pressure cooker. Been using them for years. I cook sweet potato or butternut squash chunks in 4 minutes and freeze them. Quinoa cooks in 5-8. Chicken thighs or breasts in 8-10. Beans in 20. Hard boiled eggs in 4. Freeze all but the last in reasonable portion sizes.
Try slicing and freezing sweet peppers. They cook much faster. Create your own breakfast bowls by sautéing the peppers, wilting baby spinach and/or baby kale, adding quinoa, beans or chickpeas, tomatoes or other veggies you like. Add avocado and a little amount of meat or chicken or veggie meat. Top it with a soft or hard boiled egg. Play around with the seasonings for the bowls; adding Chilula, green Tabasco, sciracha, salsa, lime, lemon etc give quite a variety with the same general base. I often use my little bits of leftovers in these bowls.
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I love pinecamers to take the time to respond to my pleas is heartwarming . I have already learned so much from you thank you for the help. Vanessa
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You might wear glasses or contact lenses, but aside from an annual checkup, you probably never think about your eyesight. But for the 35 million people living in developing countries who are blind, this disability can strip them of their livelihood and condemn their families to extreme poverty. The good news: 80 percent of these cases are treatable or preventable. Half of blindness is caused by cataracts, and an individual's vision can be restored through a quick 15-minute surgery.
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