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Blake Shelton Says Back To Back Seasons of The Voice "Sucks" (VIDEO)
By mj On 06/10/2012 · 41 Comments · In American Idol
Blake Shelton is a little burnt out on The Voice. JUST LIKE WE ALL ARE. Here's what The Voice coach had to say about shooting back to back seasons in the spring and fall via a backstage interview at his CMA Fest concert Friday night:
"At some point, something's gotta give. I've been very vocal with the network and Mark Burnett's production company. It's like 'Man, this sucks, because the reason that you want the four of us is because we're viable artists right now—current. And we can't do both, if we do back-to-back seasons.' I've been hammering 'em about it."
Love it. To be fair, Blake does go on to say that he the show and can't imagine NOT doing it, but…
"We are gonna do this fall," he emphasized. "We've already committed to that. And in fact we start in a week or two, filming it again. And I look forward to that. I love it, and I can't imagine not being a part of The Voice, ever. I mean, I'd love to do it from now on. But it just needs to work in a way that I can still come out here and see these people that are here (attending the CMA Festival) tonight across the country and do that at the same time. So, something's gotta give."
Watch the interview below: (Via Yahoo.com)
Blake has a point. But I thought they were gonna alternate judges. If they don't that show is gonna get old real fast, and it's already getting old judging from the ratings, like all those talent shows IMO. Having new celebs for judges would at least renew interest. Just like Idol badly needs 3 new judges, but that's for another thread.
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IMO XF will beat The Voice for the reason that XF is bringing something new and The Voice was just on and was the same old thing as the first season and people lost interest.
XF has a ton of buzz with Britney and Demi right now. I know people dislike XF on that site – but they have to admit the buzz is there.
I hate XFUS, but as far as buzz, I agree with you. The new judges should help with the ratings. At first anyway. I hope Idol is scouting for new judges too or they'll do worse than XFUS next time around.
Yep. They need to alternate judges for several reasons. No matter how entertaining the judges are, they will get old to the audience at some point.
Maybe the network figures the show will burn out before the udges do.
LOL. Yeah, maybe!
http://profile.yahoo.com/XY62PETGTXO3FFQXX45UKQ2O7M Steph
The Voice has better talent than AI but The Voice's battle rounds are what kills the show for me. Just pick the teams from the blind auditions and get on with it. No battles. Among the singing comp shows, the only thing stupider than The Voice's battle rounds is the no-audience voting rounds of Duets.
Idol still reigns.
http://www.jstamers.com/ Jordan Seltzer
I love XF. Its my favorite show hands down – but I think Idol cant survive another season with its current judges. I think Idol needs to get rid of Nigel as I think he isnt the biggest problem there. They need someone who sees things with out ego.
And the judges IMO need to all go. For a show that is based in many ways on Middle America, it would be obvious that a Shania Twain or a Faith Hill should be a judge. Just makes sense. They also need to get a record executive similar to Simon that will be honest. It cant continue to be a "love affair" – people are bored with that.
As for The Voice…I think NBC will kill the show just like they do every single other show on there network. They are so desperate that they have to put something like this on 2x a year – no other network does that. The ratings fell in the Spring and they wont have the luck of "interest" in the fall like they did after the Super Bowl.
Even with 2 sets of judges, back to back The Voice is a bad idea. I actually hope the fall show goes down in flames to teach the network a valuable lesson. But I won't worry about it. I'll be watching Xfactor in the fall anyway. I'lL be ready for the blind auditions again in a year.
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Hmmmm….Blake is cute AND smart.
I can't imagine how The Voice judges will handle that schedule, given their busy music career and the fact that they have to work with the contestants. I guess it would be too risky to start switching out a popular group of judges while the show tires to work out the kinks. Maybe they'll alternate judges in Spring.
I'm not as worried about viewer fatigue: If people really enjoy a show, they'll tune in twice a year (e.g DWTS), especially if the contestant pool is fresh. If they dislike it, it won't matter how often it airs…they still won't watch. And fortunately for The Voice, it won't be competing directly with X Factor. Idol airing on a different day didn't hurt its ratings (DWTS did). I actually missed The Voice when it ended, so I'm looking forward to watching both shows this Fall. I really like the current vibe of Voice and X Factor and the fact that the winner is not a foregone conclusion. It also helps that the Voice is modifying its format and that the X Factor has new judges (Last year's judges drove me crazy; if they hadn't hired Britney and Demi, I'm not sure I would tune in…Simon is an evil genius!).
http://twitter.com/tinawinabina Tinawina
Blake is so right on this. It's all just too much. NBC is such a desperate network.
Idol is BY FAR the best format of the 3 IMO, the only one I would consider watching for a whole season. XF is about judges fighting and using kids as pawns, The Voice just falls to shreds after the chairs are done turning. Idol's problems are all about the way they execute the format and the people they pick to judge and compete, but it is still the best in terms of staying engaged for a season and giving the artists a real chance to build a fanbase.
I think doing your biggest show twice a year isn't smart. It burns the brand name out quicker. Make people wait for it.
But then again, NBC's two biggest shows are The Voice and America's Got Talent. It's the only ratings winners they have right now, so I guess that's why they're using them so much.
They also need to start thinking about how to build stars from this show. I know it can be done, I just see not much trying being done at it. The Voice now has to compete with Idol and X-Factor in terms of getting people to audition. If the other shows can make a star, wouldn't you want to go to them instead of the one that doesn't?
I like The Voice a lot. Mostly because of the chemistry between the judges. So I hope they fix it's problems and don't burn it out. Otherwise it won't stay on air many more years. :(
http://profile.yahoo.com/XDQP2Y46M5B3OHOKALDDGDHQCM Leandro
I like the show, and a lot of people here like it too. It's a fact, despite the hatred of some. But Blake is a 100% right. It's obvious two times a year, with the same judges, is wearing. I'm not sure if I gonna see every episode like I did last season.
Allegedly, the show is making a few changes regarding the battle rounds & something else….. Perhaps they've been listening to comments about oftentimes putting 2 good performers against one another…. Don't know why but it's been said by MB that things are in the works for fall…..
I LOVE 'The Voice' & think the reason it's a hit for NBC, (which they needed), is because the judges are relavant/current……. Blake knows what he's talking about…….:)
http://profile.yahoo.com/XDQP2Y46M5B3OHOKALDDGDHQCM Leandro
They also need to start thinking about how to build stars from this show
Having more live shows, the fanbases of the contestants grow each time they appear live.
It's a a wonderful show and many people don't like it because, truth be told, it took some viewers from Idol, as X-Factor did. But these people need to calm down because the 3 shows aren't going anywhere anytime soon;
I find it fun and NBC obviously found a great panel of judges. I just want this show to have longevity and so this twice a year thing makes me nervous.
http://profile.yahoo.com/XDQP2Y46M5B3OHOKALDDGDHQCM Leandro
I agree, the contestants of The Vocie were much more interesting than Idol's contestants this year. Unfortunately, they weren't highlighted enough and that's what need to be fixed.
http://profile.yahoo.com/XDQP2Y46M5B3OHOKALDDGDHQCM Leandro
Twice a year with different judges can work. With the same can't. So expect worse ratings this season, but better next season as they hire someone like Lady Gaga or Pink for the panel.
That would be nice if they could get names like that. I'm worried they're going to get panelists that don't gel as well as the current ones though.
I doubt Lady Gaga will ever be a judge on The Voice since she's an Interscope artist. She could theoretically do Idol though, but I really doubt it. Now if by some miracle Idol managed to get her as a judge, the ratings would go off the roof for sure.
http://profile.yahoo.com/XDQP2Y46M5B3OHOKALDDGDHQCM Leandro
Robin Thicke is from Interscope and is doing Duets. Will.i.am is too and is doing The Voice UK. The labels that support both shows are both UMG's labels. I think the labels just want as much exposure as possible, they don't care in which network it will be.
Having more live shows, the fanbases of the contestants grow each time they appear live. It's a a wonderful show and many people don't like it because, truth be told, it took some viewers from Idol, as X-Factor did.
I completely agree on both counts. A few more live shows and shorter battle rounds would fix a lot of The Voice's problems. Personally, I don't care if it doesn't have Idol's ratings (what show does?). It clearly appeals to a sizeable niche of people who probably appreciate all the things that distinguish it from Idol. Using ratings to argue that the Idol formula is better than The Voice makes as little sense as saying that the DWTS formula is better than SYTYCD. Higher ratings mean higher mass appeal: it says nothing about quality. IMO, there are a lot of things that need fixing on Idol, but sadly, it will never happen because the ratings are high and the current "formula" brings in the best tour sales. I get the logic, but I don't think the show is for everyone.
By the way, Blake's main concern is that the judges will be overextended and won't be able to do as thorough a job. He said nothing about viewers getting tired of The Voice.
Hey, I learned something today. I had no idea The Voice label(s?) were under UMG. I like the show, but I never bought anything from any of the contestants, and I assumed since they're competitors with Idol they also relied on a competitor for their labels. The plot thickens…
The Voice deals are with Universal Music Republic, but the labels have nothing to do with the tv shows.
Leandro said: Having more live shows, the fanbases of the contestants grow each time they appear live. It's a a wonderful show and many people don't like it because, truth be told, it took some viewers from Idol, as X-Factor did.
I don't think that this can be used as an excuse for why people don't like the show, especially when the ratings over the past two installments saw the in season drops that they did. Those ratings drops were about the show itself, and not AI or XF. Even though AI saw a huge season to season drop this year, the ratings throughout the season were stable, and the same can be said for the XF.
The Voice started off with 46 million viewers, and then looked like they would stabilize at 16 million during the first round, so the fact that the ended the season drawing 8-9 million viewers is troubling, as the President of NBC said. None of that has anything to do with AI, XF, or any other show.
http://twitter.com/tinawinabina Tinawina
Well honestly, the thing bled viewers shortly after the chairs were done turning, and the process started BEFORE Dancing With The Stars aired, and did the same thing last year. So The Voice actually has real issues that go beyond blog fan wars IMO.
I actually liked The Voice last year and wanted to like it this year, but I got turned off by the shitty treatment of the alums post-show and the stupidity of the process of winowing down the singers, as well as the wonky voting system.
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Ideal world, judges get paid millions while essentially taking a break from touring. Then they tour afterwards and make more money than they otherwise would have from touring because of the increased exposure.
The ratings dropped because the battle rounds are awful on top of being totally unfair. From what I understand, instead of getting rid of the battle rounds altogether or radically altering their format, the only change planned is that they will keep the chairs for those rounds, whatever the hell that means in terms of the show format. They need to nuke the duet format altogether IMO, but it doesn't look like it's gonna happen.
A return to wholesomeness, a la Scotty/Lauren. No more using Idol as JLo's launching pad. It would be a bold move, but it might pay off.
http://profile.yahoo.com/XDQP2Y46M5B3OHOKALDDGDHQCM Leandro
I don't disagree. I know the show needs a lot of changes. The BR, for example. They could make the coach's vote count for 3. In case of tie, the 5th judge (the public) decides and next day we would have results. They can't change too much the "team format". It would be too different from the original and the show is a franchising. But they can eliminate one by one and we would have like 2 months of live shows, time enough for the contestants to have a bigger fanbase. And, of course, get rid of instant eliminations, saves and point system.
http://profile.yahoo.com/XDQP2Y46M5B3OHOKALDDGDHQCM Leandro
I don't disagree, as I said to Tinawina. All of the 3 shows need changes. It's undeniable that, for example, the auditions of American Idol are being extremely boring without Simon Cowell and they need to change it somehow.
This show? I think the 'chairs' part is interesting, though I only ever watched it here, from mj's videos. But it's all about the judges, really, and their reaction to the blind auditions – and the interactions when they are trying to sell themselves as the mentor to be chosen. That's different enough to catch the attention.
But then the show continues to be all about the judges – with them back in the position of power – dueling with each other – and the contestants are just how they keep score. (And they are not really all that good at mentoring, none of them – some of those song choices? Geeze.) I think I don't care to watch people being screwed over, when there is no hope that it will actually matter who wins…they go through that for nothing much at all….it's the judges who pick up the chips. These shows are predicated on a time-honored narrative – check Joseph Campbell and the Hero's Journey. If that show pretends to sell the Journey (and they don't even do that well), what's the point, if there's no Hero's Reward?
Or this – what Tinawina said.
"I got turned off by the shitty treatment of the alums post-show and the
stupidity of the process of winowing down the singers, as well as the
wonky voting system."
http://www.facebook.com/people/Li-Wright/100001622678180 Li Wright
Neither one has produced a "star." AI had a star the first three seasons, although one has turned into a really big star – Kelly C.
http://profile.yahoo.com/XDQP2Y46M5B3OHOKALDDGDHQCM Leandro
People still watching SYTUCD and AGT and none of them produce stars. I think the audience don't care too much about it, at the end of the day. The artists who are auditioning are happy to have some exposure. It doesn't harm to get some fans, even if some will abandon them some years later. But it happens with almost every artist.
They're trying to run the show into the ground, like all things NBC touches. I had also thought they said they were going to have alternate judges for the different seasons, but I guess not. Or maybe these 4 had already signed some papers for x amount of seasons, whenever they happen to be? With 2 seasons of the show on in a year, how are these 4 judges supposed to get anything of substance done in the main side of their profession? It sure is a double edged sword, this show is.
Besides being a little burned out on The Voice, I think Blake is on the verge of just being completely burned out period. Admittedly I don't follow Adam, Christina or Cee Lo as closely, but he seems to be the one that is trying to actively sustain the main part of his career while doing the show. I thought he was noticeably starting to wear down during this last season. There was a stretch there right before they came back for the live shows that he did something like 15 concerts in 17 days. That's a brutal schedule for anyone. Now he's working on two albums? Yeesh, I get that they want to capitalize on this major wave he's on right now, but he's right, something has got to give. A full studio album isn't really necessary right now, imo. Just a Christmas one makes a lot more sense. Go sit your butt down for a month and do nothing, dude! lol
It will serve NBC right if this added season of The Voice totally flops and they lose their butts on it. Even if it were good, which I honestly don't think it is (it's entirely too much about the judges and not enough about the contestants), too much of almost anything gets tiresome after awhile.
The Voice is NBC's only hit (other than Sunday Night Football) so of course they're going to run it into the ground. They're desperate. I wouldn't be surprised if they try to throw on more once all of their new shows flop.
But Blake is right. Back to back seasons is just going to kill the show. Once NBC kills this show, they will have no more hits left. But I thought they were going to have new coaches/judges for the spring season. That should be something different to help the show for a little bit.
http://profile.yahoo.com/XY62PETGTXO3FFQXX45UKQ2O7M Steph
..and totally gay for Levine which is hot. lol. :-p
Why is it that we never get the sex tapes that we actually *want* to see?
A return to wholesomeness, a la Scotty/Lauren. No more using Idol as JLo's launching pad. It would be a bold move, but it might pay off.
While we're at it, they should just rename it "Middle American Idol".
I don't see the big deal with judges promoting their singles. It's harmless and everyone else does it. J Lo's performances are usually entertaining and she probably pulls in new viewers. Steven Tyler promotes singles too, but that doesn't seem to bother anyone.
http://profile.yahoo.com/XDQP2Y46M5B3OHOKALDDGDHQCM Leandro
UMG is just happy that the artists from both labels can perform on the two biggest american's shows. Some artists from Interscope were performing on The Voice (like One Republic) and someartists from Universal Republic Records were performing on Idol (Nick Minaj, Lisa Presley, etc…). At the end, the real winner in this competition between the shows is UMG.
http://profile.yahoo.com/DY5236XYY2SBL7EJNTK5ROIGMA Madred
If they got rid of the Battle Rounds, I would again. I saw season one and watched until the battle rounds this season. The battle rounds are just too much and aren't fair to the artists.
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Justin Bieber is done with show biz ... so he says -- thing is, we don't believe him.
Justin was at Power 106 in L.A. today, and said after his next album drops he's retiring. The album comes out next week.
We talked to people in Bieber's camp and they said he was joking. As one source put it, "The kid's got ambition."
Since Justin appeared at The Laugh Factory last Friday, apparently he thinks he's on a comedy roll.
He already needs new material.
Pray that it's true.
We wish!! LITERALLY! Go away Beiber!!
There IS a God!
Good... now give him a UFC contract and a match against Jon "bone" Jones and watch him get beaten
If he were smart he would retire so he can quit without the embarrassment of failing in the near future.
Too bad it's not true. He sucks.
He's out of style like bell bottoms
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Too heavy?
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Too heavy?
In order to avoid TMI I'll leave it at that.
I guess anything more than usual. I mean if you normally go through x number of pads or tampons a day and go for x number of days and you are going through half again as many or lasting days longer?
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what about clots?
Well, if you thinking you may be having an early m/c than I think more than one pad/tampon an hour is a problem. For me heavy is my normal for the first 3 dys. A super tampon every few hours or I am in big trouble.
A heavy period for me is one that I have to wear a super plus tampon AND a pad in order to catch the flow. Usually that is the first 2-3 days of my period.
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Mine are like Bethany's. I wear a pad and a tampon andchange hourly. Sometimes it leaks when I get up...by day 4 very light and spotting on day 5. This is how it's been since 28 so I don't worry about it and since I'm a sahm I try to stay in the house the first 3 day's Gayle
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I would say heavy is if you are bleeding thru a pad within an hour. Or if using tampons you bleed thru that(the super ones) in an hour or two.
I would say that is heavy.
I dont have heavy menstral cycles, its start out heavy but nothing like everyone above states and lasts 3 days. I have always been like this.
Not sure how it will be after having this baby lol and having my tubes tied.
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Ok- thanks ladies!
I guess I have just been blessed with light(er) periods thus far into my life and now I am not going to be so lucky!
Sorry Heidi,
Not sure how old you are, but mine got worse once I hit my 30's.
I'll be 29 in a couple of months.
Going thru one pad in less than an hour for more than three hours. Those are the rules my GYN gave me. If this period is out of the norm, please call your doc. I have had very early miscarriages and also a polyp in my uterus. The polyp was removed with a simple surgery, and we were pregnant the next month :-) But, if this is out of the norm-please call!


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Wednesday, 14 November 2012
My Skincare Routine (Oily and Combination Skin)
Recently I've had a few emails and tweets requesting a post on my skincare routine. I've mentioned before that I'm quite fanatical about my skin, and so my routine is quite... long. But I've seen such a huge improvement since I became so stringent (not literally) with my skincare, so I think it's worth it. After a few glasses of red wine I may change my mind on this, but for now - here it is. The full and unabridged version of my current skincare routine.
(Before we start, it's worth noting I have generally oily skin with no dry patches. I think this routine would work for combination skin too, but those who suffer with dryness will need more moisture, and if you have sensitive skin this may be a bit much for you.)
Origins Never a Dull Moment Cleanser | Dr Jart Tight Effect Toner | Caudalié Beauty Elixir | Origins Zero Oil Moisturiser
I always start my day with a shower, and use Origins Never a Dull Moment Cleanser to wash my face. I discovered Origins via Kate at gh0stparties and although admitting it makes me a total blogger cliché, I absolutely adore their products. I was using the Zero Oil Cleanser but wanted to try this to brighten my skin during the dull winter months, and it really works. I prefer to cleanse with something that foams (I know, I know, foaming is bad... but it makes me feel so CLEAN) and this is perfect.
Out of the shower I sweep Dr Jart's Tight Effect Toner (which sounds quite disgustingly rude, I think) over my face with a cotton wool pad, and follow it up with a spritz of the Caudalié Beauty Elixir. When it comes to toner, I'm not really loyal to any brand and will try whatever's on offer/on the blogs at the time. Generally I don't think there's much difference between high end and high street toners, and only bought this one because it was on offer. It does the job and keeps my skin shine free for a few hours, so it can stay for now. The Beauty Elixir really wakes me up and gives my skin a bit of pep first thing in the morning.
It's a common myth (and one I subscribed to for many years) that oily skin doesn't need moisturiser. It really does - otherwise it'll just produce more oil to make up for it - but it's so easy to overload. Origins Zero Oil Moisturiser is my go-to - I apply a little bit before my makeup to keep my skin supple and oil at bay. It's light and non-scented, it doesn't clog my pores and so I love it.
Bioderma Crealine H2O Cleansing Solution | REN Clarifying Clay Cleanser | Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner | Origins Never a Dull Moment Cleanser | Origins Make a Difference Plus Moisturiser | No. 7 Perfect and Protect Intense Eye Cream
I'm fastidious about nighttime cleansing - it's a very serious business. I start by removing my eye makeup using cotton wool pads and the Bioderma cleanser. Another cult product I bought into based on beauty blogs, but this is actually wonderful for dissolving tough eye makeup and sweeping it away. I bought my bottle from eBay (different link - the shop I bought from no longer sells) but just be careful of fakes - if you're ever in France, pop into a pharmacy for the real deal at a ridiculously cheap price!
Next I remove the bulk of my makeup with my Origins cleanser, but it's the REN clay product that really does the hard work here. I apply it to damp skin and wipe away with a hot cloth to remove all traces of makeup and daily grime. It's this extra step that's really helped improve my skin, as there's never anything left behind. I prefer to use this calming lavender tone by Elemis just before bed - the smell is so relaxing and it's nice and gentle, too.
With all my makeup gone, it's time to put some moisture back into my skin. Until a few weeks ago, I'd never considered using a different moisturiser at night, but after reading Kate's glowing review of the Origins Make a Difference Plus range I thought I'd try something more nourishing for overnight when shiny skin doesn't matter. This luxurious face cream sinks in like a dream and still feels light on my skin.
My last step for bedtime is an eye cream. I have very dark under eye circles so need something quite tough to bust them - the No. 7 Protect and Perfect Intense range is aimed at 35-45 year olds but I'm getting on really well with this eye cream, which targets dark shadows as well as fine lines and pigmentation (all of which I have, unluckily). Like toners, I'm not particularly loyal to any eye cream and have tried them all in the past. I think the effect is more placebo than anything, but I'm a sucker for anything that's 'new and improved'.
REN Invisible Pores Detox Mask | REN Glycolactic Radiance Renewal Mask | Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream | Origins Super Spot Remover
I have a few products I grab when my skin's looking a bit lacklustre. REN's Radiance Renewal Mask is a new purchase - I'd avoided this as £30 for a mask seems a bit steep, but when I spotted a 20% off GLOSSYBOX code on Twitter last week I snapped it up. I've only used it once but I can already see the difference - straight after using my skin was smooth, soft and sparkling. I think this could become a real wonder product.
In my REN order were a couple of samples, one being their Invisible Pores Detox Mask. I love anything that works on pores, as I have a few enlarged ones on my cheeks. I've used this a couple of times and could really feel it working - a good sign in my books.
Although my skin is much better than it was during my teenage years, I still suffer from the odd spot and past insecurities mean I fret about them whenever they appear. I despise even the smallest blemish, so the Super Spot Remover gel by Origins is fantastic. I apply it after moisturising, leave it to work overnight (again, you can feel it doing its job which gives me an odd satisfaction) and by morning spots have disappeared or shrunk to nothingness. Love.
My final treatment product is Elizabeth Arden's classic Eight Hour Cream. I've had this pot for about a year (I bought it from TK Maxx for half the usual price) and have barely made a dent in it - I use it very infrequently but when I do, it works beautifully. I have a recurring patch of dry skin on my wrist that I've tried everything to shift - Hydrocortisone cream, steroids, E45, Lush's Dream Cream, anything formulated for eczema - and it just keeps coming back. So until I find a cure, Eight Hour Cream clears it up within the hour.
And that's it! My current skincare routine, done. Have you used any of these products? What did you think? And what skincare products are YOU loving right now?
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Love this post. Your dedication shows - your skin is absolutely amazing. I'm a bit of a skincare fanatic too and I've been using mainly Lancome for a couple of years now - plus MAC eye makeup remover :-)ReplyDelete
Thank you so much! xDelete
Great post - I love seeing what other people with problematic skin use. I have the full size Ren Invisible Pores detox mask and I love it - it's really cleared up my skin no end. Definitely want to try the Radiance Renewal mask though, but the £30 pricetag has put me off a bit. I love Ren so much though I think I will bite the bullet, and everyone speaks really highly of it.ReplyDelete
I have oily skin too and definitely agree that moisturiser is a must. Whoever said it can be skipped obviously doesn't have oily skin themselves. I've just started using the origins eye cream and haven't noticed a big difference yet, but have heard good things about the brand so will persevere!ReplyDelete
Great post Jen, I love Origins too and the whole range smells so beautiful! xReplyDelete
I love the Ren Invisible Pores mask, I was skeptical about face masks before I tried it (teenage memories of horrible peel of masks, maybe?) but it really made my skin look and feel better. I've been quite loyal to Avene products for the past couple of years but do change around my face washes and eye creams depending on what I like the look of. xReplyDelete
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You put me to shame! Most nights I'm that shattered my face is lucky if it sees a face wipe near it (grim but true).ReplyDelete
Though I do love to exfoliate regularly and use lashings of moisturiser (I'm more of a b=combination/at times dry kinda gal).
Great post! I need to pick up some REN products asap!ReplyDelete
Really great post, I've got super dry skin along with patches of eczema and am experimenting at the moment with trying new moisturising products. I am definitely going to try out the Elizabeth Arden 8 hour cream so thanks for the recommendation :)ReplyDeleteReplies
Definitely give it a go, although I wouldn't recommend using it on your face as it can really clog pores. I've also just tried a balm from Kiehl's (can't remember the name but it's specially formulated for eczema) which has really helped so maybe look into that too! :)Delete
I'm going to be doing a massive skincare shop now - my (oily combination) skin is dreadful at the moment so I need some new bits I think! xReplyDelete
I've always had oily skin and never been able to get away with not using moisturiser! My skin goes tight and gets really painful if I try to skip it!ReplyDelete
I've flirted occasionally with using toner but I never felt like it did anything. What benefits do you think using it has for you? If there's something that will reduce the oiliness of my skin I'd like to try it out, sounds like toner could be the missing link!
Yep, feeling the tight and painful thing!Delete
I think it's probably more just habit than anything these days... I used to use it to wipe away makeup my cleanser hadn't got rid of, but now I use a cloth that step is pretty redundant. I do find that in the first few uses toners are good for tightening pores and controlling shine but my skin always get used to them after a while.
It's worth trying a few and seeing how you feel about them but like I say, don't bother splashing out. Hope that helps!
I keep reading about that Origins super spot remover. I was put off by the price but I think I'm just going to grin and bear it as I desperately need something!ReplyDelete
It's definitely worth it, Charlie - it is a lot at first but it lasts for aaaaaaages so cost per use is probably tiny! ;)Delete
Great post, I'm always on the lookout for good skincare alternatives!ReplyDelete
another interesting and useful post :) xxReplyDelete
Have never managed to find a moisturiser that works for me so may have to give the Origins one a tryReplyDelete
Wow! You got such a lovely little blog!ReplyDelete
I really like your heaader:)
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I love posts like this, your dedication to your skin is incredible!ReplyDelete
I'm embarrassed to say all I do is clean off my make up using whatever face wipes are on offer then stick on a bit of moisturiser. The thing I have no idea where to start!
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I love this, it's really inspired to get back into skincare. When I was diagnosed with early menopause my mum took me to House of Fraser to get some nice moisturiser because it was making my skin really dry and I went for the same Origins one you use during the day. However, due to early menopause, my skin changes all the time and I can go from being dry to very oily so I think I need to bundle up my skincare depending on which I need at different times. I normally use the Number 7 hot cloth cleanser and Elemis pro collagen marine cream which is brilliant.ReplyDelete
I've been using an Acne Clarifying Treatment from Apothederm http://apothederm.com/shop-products/brightening-acne/acne-clarifying-treatment/ and it has been working wonders on my adult acne!ReplyDelete
I haven't done a skincare routine post before so I thought it was about time.My skin is far from perfect and I tend to get hormonal spots on my chin but I have found some great skincare products.ReplyDelete
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This post is great, you sound like you have the same skincare problems as me so this has inspired me to try these products :) The REN Radiance Renewal Mask sounds like just the thing I need! Thank you.It's people like you who have inspired me to start a blog :)ReplyDelete
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Oily skin sucks more in compared to other types. The face-pack you have suggested here sound amazing and hope it will be most result oriented. Would like to apply it once. Great tips!!!ReplyDelete
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VIDEO: Students' films focus on anti-smoking themes
Updated 9:17am Thursday 20th March 2014 in News
Short films encouraging people to stub out their cigs and get more healthy have been created by Queensbury pupils.
Students at Queensbury School had a day of filming, editing and premiering their short anti-smoking films.
They will be entered in the National Cut Films 2014 Short Film Competition – and hope to emulate last year's event when students travelled down to London to scoop an award.
The object of the competition is to make films that put people off smoking. It is open to anyone aged under 25 and closes on May 2.
School enterprise co-ordinator Rahila Hussain said: "We had cameras, but a lot of the kids just used their mobile phones. They are so inventive with how they use them. It was a lovely way to explore what is a serious issue."


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Kristin Fowler / Comics, Doctor Who, TV / BBC, comic books, comics, Doctor Who, Doctor Who comic, Peter Capaldi, Titan, Titan Comics, Twelfth Doctor / 0 CommentDoctor Who will return to TV screens in August with Peter Capaldi at the helm of the TARDIS. But that won't be the only place Capaldi's Doctor will appear. Titan Comics will premiere a new series of DW adventures featuring the Twelfth Doctor this fall. Doctor Who: The Twelfth Doctor No. 1 will hit retailers on October 1st. The first issue, penned by Robbie Morrison with art by Dave Taylor, features Capaldi on the cover. Titan is being tight-lipped about the details of the series, but did say Tell Me More!
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A woman was taken to Citizens Medical Center to be treated for smoke inhalation early Tuesday after she escaped from her burning home.
The Victoria Fire Department responded to a fire in the living room area of her home in the 200 block of Timber Drive at 1:54 a.m., said Battalion Chief Roger Hempel.
The woman was the only one inside and went to a neighbor, who called 911.
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DIY: Bridal spoon favors
I love finding new uses for common objects (remember the clothespin?) so when I spotted these wooden spoons I knew I had to do something with them. I painted some faces on them and thought they'd be perfect to hand out as favors at a wedding or as a gift to a bridal couple. Especially two foodies! Personalize them to the couple and you'll be a big hit!
You will need: pencil, wooden cooking spoons, acrylic paints, paintbrush, twine and labels for packaging.
Step 1: Draw your face with a pencil. Keep it simple! For the bride, make a simple collar or necklace. For the groom, draw a necktie.
Step 2: Paint in the pencil lines with acrylics.
Step 3: To make the eyes I used the other end of my paintbrush.
Done! How easy was that?! And so cute! Add on a cute tag with twine and they're ready to go!
by Brittany Watson Jepsen of The House That Lars Built
Photography by Hilda Grahnat
Printables: DIY envelope liners
We have an adorable FREE printable for you today by the talented Amanda Jane Jones! These patterned envelope liners would dress up any wedding invitation, thank you note, or save the date….just print and cut to the size of your envelope! Download them by clicking the link below.
ENVELOPE LINERS by Amanda Jane Jones
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DIY Watercolor Easter egg name settings
A spring wedding is the perfect time to bring in the symbols of the season. These Easter egg name settings could be used for a rehearsal dinner, engagement party, the reception, or even a simple Easter dinner.
You will need: hardboiled eggs or eggs where the insides have been emptied, small terra cotta pots (2″ in diameter), moss, paint brush, gold pen, eggs, straight pins, acrylic or watercolor paint, water, cup
Step 1: Soak the eggs in water
Step 2: Add a bit of water into some acrylic paint in a cup.
Step 3: Dab some paint onto the wet egg with your brush and let the paint bleed.
Step 4: Write the name of your guest with a gold paint pen.
Step 5: Cut a piece of moss to the size of the pot and insert.
Step 6: Add straight pins into the moss to hold the egg in place.
Step 7: Add egg onto the moss.
by Brittany Watson Jepsen of The House That Lars Built
Photography by Hilda Grahnat
DIY: Flying wedding couple balloons
When I saw this I just knew that I had to find a way to make it wedding appropriate. This is definitely for a couple who want to PARTY at their reception. Plus, wouldn't it be so fun to have a trampoline jumping shoot with your photographer for your engagement session? I think the best effect would be to have a room chock full of these balloons so it'd really capture the fun atmosphere.
Materials: balloons, string or ribbon, glue, scissors, pictures of the bride and groom about 4-6 inches tall cut out on cardstock
Step 1: Cut around the bodies of the bride and groom
Step 2: Glue to the string or ribbon of the balloon.
Step 3: Done!
by Brittany Watson Jepsen of The House That Lars Built
photography by Hilda Grahnat
ps. some more balloon ideas here!
QR Code Valentine DIY
I'm sure you've seen QR codes all over the place especially in advertising, and you probably already know that they generally take you to a website. What you MAY not know is that you can easily make your own QR code and can translate into up to 250 characters of text, so it makes a perfect little secret code. Since its all based on pixels, it actually makes a great little Valentine cross stitch project that you'll be able to scan with a QR reader to decipher. If you know how to count, its super easy. Here's how to do it.
What you'll need:
- Aida cloth (or a fabric with a distinct grid) – lower counts like 4 made bigger stitches, while higher counts make smaller. I prefer an 18 count myself and find that the reader is able to read it perfectly.
- Embroidery thread – use 1 color because I've discovered mixing multiple colors within a code makes it unreadable. DMC has great colors, including neon!
- Needle
- Scissors
- Embroidery hoop – though its not really necessary
- Generated QR Code
1. Go to a site like this and create your QR code. Be sure to click that you want it to create text content, NOT a URL, and generate it as XL size so its bigger when printed. The more text you write, the bigger and therefore more complex code it will be. (see last picture for comparison)
2. Once you've got your code, print it out and draw a light grid and number every 5th row…it will really help when you're starting to cross stitch.
3. Embroidery thread is generally made up of 6 strands….you'll want to split these into 2 groups of 3. Then thread the needle and start cross stitching. I like to divide the design into quadrants so I can focus on specific smaller areas, but work however is more comfortable for you. For tips on cross stitching in general, click here.
4. Finish up the design and decide how you want to present it….you could frame it, pop it in a windowed card, whatever you like! Make sure your hunny has a QR reader installed on their phone so they'll be able to read the message. The smaller code says "Happy Valentine's Day" while the larger one is a bit more text. In general, I would stick with something short and sweet because as the code gets larger, I've found its harder for the QR reader to translate. Enjoy!
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Didnt corey Chavous Talk about him on Total Access Or something saying that he thinks he's the top reciever in the draft...>?
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Didnt corey Chavous Talk about him on Total Access Or something saying that he thinks he's the top reciever in the draft...>?
yea, he said something, i can't remember what though, but it was a very good comment.
Corey and him grew up in the same home town I do believe. But he is damn good, no doubt about it.
First let me congratulate you guys on this years draft, epecially on Troy Williamson. I'm new to your website but was excited to see Troy get drafted so early and especially excited that he was able to join someone that is familiar with where he's from and with his family, to help him get adjusted (kind of a big brother figure). I'm also from the area and went to the same high school so of course proud of their success. I'm sure you will be very please with his on field and off field prescence. Its not a very big school or big area so we're proud of them. Silver Bluff High has only 3 players ever to make it in the NFL and ironically all 3 have ended up playing for the Vikings (D'Wayne Bates, Corey Chavous and now Troy Williamson). You got a very good WR (led the SEC reception in yards on a team that averaged 25 pass attempts and 16 QB rushes per game)that was underutilized in SC's QB sneak offense and definitely no Moss attitude. Anyway, much luck to the Vikings, this year and in the future.
If you bored enough to check out small town SC football
I remember seeing a Sportscenter special a couple of years ago about Chavous' talent as a scout. The guy had more information in notebooks than Mel Kiper! It was amazing - he was sitting around his living room with stacks upon stacks of these notebooks from years past. I say we sign this guy to our scouting team when he can no longer play. He and Studwell would be amazing in the FO.
ya Chavous is a dam good guy to have. He has impressed me on NFL Network. Almost everyone on there said that he needs to play for a lot longer so he doesnt take any of their jobs. Thanks for the info, sbdog!
Chavous needs to get the hell of the network and start working out with his new Defense. I'm glad he has other career options after he retires, but he hasnt retired yet.
He is playing next to a new FS and has a rookie S that needs to be shown the ropes. Get out of the suit and into some warmups Corey. Chemistry on Defense is essential.
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|Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan
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This expedition provides an unparallelled opportunity to explore the spectacular mountain ranges shared between Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan. Remote, yet to be developed for tourism and seldom visited, this is a part of the world that is truly for the well-travelled adventurer.
Incorporating some of the most spectacular mountain passes and ancient cities of the Silk Road, our journey takes us through culturally rich and ethnically diverse areas. We drive from cosmopolitan Tashkent to Dushanbe - a national capital more on the scale of a rural centre - before several days of travel skirting Afghanistan's northern border. Far above the river valleys the road winds with kilometre after kilometre of stunning mountain landscape broken only by villages that seem to be cast back in time. We journey to the remote Gorno-Badakshan Autonomous Oblast (GBAO) of Tajikistan, a region better known for the colourful 'Great Game' events that took place here in the late 19th century. Traversing the full length of the Pamir Highway from Khorog to Osh, our route incorporates rugged roads and stark yet beautiful high-altitude desert plateaux, each day revealing a new and more beautiful aspect to little-known Tajikistan.
Combining breathtaking landscapes with glimpses of a centuries-old way of life, this expedition will amply reward the traveller who is willing to venture to what locals call 'Bom-i-Dunyo' - the Roof of the World.
Accommodation: Uzbekistan Hotel or similar, Tashkent
Meals included: 1 breakfast
Accommodation: Uzbekistan Hotel or similar, Tashkent
Meals included: 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Accommodation: Hotel Club 777 or Hotel Asia, Fergana
Meals included: 1 breakfast
Accommodation: basic hotel, basic hotel
Meals included: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Accommodation: Homestay or similar, Sentab
Meals included: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Accommodation: Homestay or similar, Sentab
Meals included: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Accommodation: Pamiri Homestay, Tajikistan
Meals included: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Accommodation: Homestay or similar, Sentab
Meals included: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Accommodation: Parinen Inn or similar, Khorog
Meals included: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Accommodation: Guesthouse, Istaravshan
Meals included: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Accommodation: Marian's Guesthouse or similar, Dushanbe
Meals included: 1 breakfast
Accommodation: Grand Khojand Hotel or similar, Khojand
Meals included: 2 breakfasts
Accommodation: Uzbekistan Hotel or similar, Tashkent
Venturing well away from cities and into remote areas, this trip takes you right off the beaten track. Accommodation and facilities my be basic but the rewards are immeasurable. You will need a good level of general health for this trip. There are some very long driving days over rough terrain, shower and toilet facilities are limited. Most meals are taken sitting on the ground and sleeping arrangements may be multishare or simple matresses on the floor in some locations.
Many of our trips have extensions which can easily be added to the end of your existing itinerary:PCJU - Jewels of Uzbekistan
This is a journey involving long periods of driving on rough, unsealed roads, basic accommodation and simple, often plain food.
The greater your personal fitness level, the more likely you are to enjoy this journey. Due to the bumpy road conditions and number of nights using basic accommodation (mattresses at floor level and meals also taken sitting on the ground) this journey is not suitable for those suffering from back or knee problems or similar.
Please ensure that you are carrying adequate supplies of any medication you require, and that you have discussed with your doctor any special requirements about their storage. It is highly recommended that you have a back-up set of essential medication (carried separately) since it will be impossible to replace any medication lost or damaged once we enter Tajikistan. Tajikistan has poor medical facilities and a shortage of basic medical supplies. Medical facilities outside Dushanbe are very basic and in many locations non-existent.Vaccinations
Vaccinations may be required for this trip. Please talk to your doctor about the up-to-date information for this region. We're travel experts, not doctors and defer to the medicos when it comes to inoculations.Visas and Permits
Please ensure that you have all required visas for your trip – this is your responsibility. Rules and regulations governing the issuance of visas are constantly changing, and vary for different nationalities and you should check visa requirements with your travel agent or relevant consular authority well before travel.
Many nationalities no longer require a visa to travel to Kyrgyzstan for up to 60 days, including Australia, Belgium, UK, Germany, Netherlands, Canada, New Zealand, Ireland, USA and Switzerland. Nationals of other countries not listed should check their requirements at their nearest embassy. A Letter of Invitation (LOI) is rarely needed, but should it be required by your embassy please contact your booking agent immediately after booking as this can take up to 30 days to be processed and is not included in your trip cost.
You will enter Tajikistan on a group visa and will apply for this when in Tashkent. Please make sure that you have up to 200 USD in cash for the visa fee, paid to your leader on Day 1 of the trip.
In order to obtain the documents requires for the group visa you will need to forward the following documents to your booking agent no later than 30 days prior to departure:
- Clear, colour passport scan
- Scan of 4 x passport photos (3x4 inch)
- Place of work with your work address and position (please indicate if you are retired)
- Home address
If you are visiting multiple countries on one trip, the same information and documents may be required for different visas. Please send through all the supporting documents and information for all your trip visas at the same time so that we can pass onto our local partners.
Visas are the responsibility of the individual traveller. The visa requirements for your trip vary depending on where you are from and where you are going. As a general rule most countries expect that you will have at least 6 months' validity on your passport. On arrival visitors may be asked to present return tickets and evidence of means to cover your intended stay. We keep the following information up to date as much as possible, but rules do change - it's important that you check for yourself. Residents from other countries must consult the relevant embassies or your travel agent. If you are travelling on more than one trip, either with us or another operator, your LOI application will need to go through one local operator. Please send all required documentation to your booking agent, and they will be able to assist you with this process.
All visitors to Uzbekistan require a visa. Most nationalities will need a Letter of Invitation (LOI) in order to apply for your visa. Citizens of Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, UK & USA do not currently need a LOI to apply for a tourist visa if applying within their home country; however this information is subject to change at short notice so we recommend checking with the embassy before you travel. If applying for a visa outside of your country of residency, a LOI will be required. We recommend that all documents be submitted no later than 3 months before your tour is scheduled to depart to allow for the time consuming visa process. In order for Intrepid to apply for the LOI on your behalf through our partners in Uzbekistan you will need to email the following information and documents to your booking agent immediately after booking.
• A completed visa/LOI application form which can be filled out online at the following website: http://evisa.mfa.uz/evisa_en/
(You only need to fill in the sections marked with an asterix (HOWEVER you must enter your middle name). See below for specific information to help you fill in the form. Please send a copy to your booking agent and print a copy for yourself which you can use when you apply for your visa)
• Clear, colour scanned copy of your passport
• Letter of Employment or Study. This must be a letter from your employer or place of study on a business letterhead that states clearly that you are travelling for tourism purposes only. If you are retired or self-employed, please indicate this on booking.
• Exact dates of entry and exit from Uzbekistan (including 2nd entry if applicable)
• Where you will apply for your visa (for Visa on Arrival – Tashkent International Airport)
• Copy of your international flight tickets in and out of Tashkent
Submitting this information for your LOI is the responsibility of the traveller.
Please be aware that LOIs take an average of 15 days to be processed but this can be longer so you will need to allow a minimum of 20 days. This does not include the time it will take to apply for and receive your Uzbekistan Visa which will vary depending on place of application. Both LOI and Visa processing times are out of our control and can be unpredictable.
You must allow enough time to receive the LOI and apply for your visa if you are planning to get it in advance. You must indicate where you will apply for your visa and any changes in this information will result in your LOI being delayed so please plan carefully. p>
Once the LOI has been processed a copy will be sent to you or your tour leader. You can then begin the process of applying for your visa if you are getting it in advance. LOIs are valid for a 3 months period so you must apply for your visa within 3 months of the LOI being issued. Remember that LOIs are NOT the actual visa. Visas are the responsibility of the traveller and separate from the trip price. Costs will vary depending on your nationality and place of application. How and where you apply for your Uzbekistan visa will depend on how you enter the country – please see the trip specific advice below.
Some information you may need to fill out your visa application:
• Inviting Party: Nuron Savdo /Asia Adventures +998 71 150 62 80 (These are our local partners in Uzbekistan)
• Purpose of Visit: Tourism
• Address in Uzbekistan: Use the name and address of your start or finish hotel
• Occupation: This must match the occupation listed on your supporting Employment letter. Indicate here if you are a student or retired.
• Place of Application: This must be the same as what you requested for your LOI.
Australian & New Zealand citizens wishing to apply for their Uzbekistan visa in advance can do so by post at the consulate in Singapore or Bangkok.
We advise all travellers to apply for either their Visa on Arrival or in advance and not attempt to obtain their visa en-route in China or Kyrgyzstan.
Travellers arriving into Tashkent International Airport can obtain their visa on arrival at the airport ONLY if this is nominated as your place of application on your LOI. Etickets will need to be provided when you apply for your LOI. You will require a printed copy of your LOI before your board your flight. Costs will depend on your nationality (currently approx US$100) and payment must be in cash. It is not possible to get a visa on arrival at any land border. You will also need a printed copy of your Visa Application Form as these are not always available in English at airport immigration
Travellers on PCJU – Jewels of Uzbekistan, PCKL – Kyrgyzstan Lakes of The Sky, PCGS – Grand Silk Explorer & PCPT – Tajikistan Pamir Adventure may apply for an LOI indicating Tashkent International Airport as place of visa application in order to get a Visa on Arrival.
Please note that travellers on PCPT - Tajikistan Pamir Adventure will require a double entry visa. Enter the total number of days of your stay in Uzbekistan on your LOI form and indicate that a double entry is required
All visitors to Uzbekistan must register with the local department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs within 3 working days after arrival. When staying at a hotel, you will be registered automatically. Please ensure you keep any registration documents issued by the hotel until you exit the country.LAWS & HEALTH: Some medications available over the counter or by prescription in Australia, such as sleeping tablets, may be illegal or restricted in Uzbekistan. You should declare all prescription medications and other restricted items on arrival in Uzbekistan, and carry a copy of the prescription with you. Insurance
You are required to have travel insurance before heading off on a Peregrine trip. Insurance can be organised by your Peregrine representative or your travel agent.Responsible Travel
Our Responsible Travel ethos is at the heart of everything we do, from getting the basics right like respecting local cultures and the environment, to initiating projects that make positive contributions to communities, to our staff's fundraising efforts and offsetting our carbon emissions.
Please visit our Responsible Travel (http://www.peregrineadventures.com/rt) page for more information.
Our Pre Departure Information or Travel Dossier (provided upon booking a trip) provides tips on how you can show respect for the local customs and culture in the country you are travelling in. Your leader will also help steer you though the complexities of local cultural norms.
Pre Departure Information
The information listed above is a brief description of some things you may need to consider when booking a trip. Once a tour is booked you will be provided with a link to your Travel Dossier which will contain detailed Pre Departure information.
• Historical Dictionary of Tajikistan by Kamoludin Abdullaev and Shahram Akbarzadeh
• Land Beyond the River: The Untold Story of Central Asia by Monica Whitlock
• Tajikistan: Disintegration or Reconciliation by Shirin Akiner
• Tajikistan: The Trials of Independence by Shirin Akiner, Mohammad-Reza Djalili and Frederic Grare
• Tajikistan and the High Pamirs by Robert Middleton, Huw Thomas and Markus HauserUzbekistan
There are a number of books which make interesting reading and provide insight in the history, politics and culture of the country. Suggestions are:
The Great Game - Peter Hopkirk
Setting the East Ablaze - Peter Hopkirk
Land Beyond the River: The Untold Story of Central Asia - Monica Whitlock
The Lost Heart of Asia - Colin Thubron
Central Asia: A Travellers' Companion - Kathleen Hopkirk
Central Asia - Lonely Planet
Local Emergency Contacts
In the case of a genuine crisis or emergency, Peregrines St Petersburg Office (responsible for tours in Central Asia) can be reached on Tel: +7 911 7033155.
High Altitude
A challenging form is required to be filled out by all passengers, due to high altitudes reached on this trip.
High altitudes may be experienced during this trip. Please refer to our Altitude Sickness document for more info.
Single Supplements
Please note when booking a single supplement, single rooms in hotels across Central Asia are generally smaller in size than a standard hotel room and may not always have windows and or balconies. Single supplement does not apply to home stays or rural guesthouses, which form a majority of accommodation on this itinerary.
Please note there are no showers/bathing facilities available during Day 6 of the trip. Home stays often have outdoor toilets and limited plumbing. If having a hot shower every night is important for you, then you will be uncomfortable on this tour. Be prepared for squat toilets outdoors, some days without access to running water and sporadic plumbing in hotels.
Local Travel
Central Asia is a developing region whose infrastructure, values, customs and standards differ from what you are used to at home. Please bear this in mind as you are travelling in this exciting area and respect the fact that you should not impose your standards and expectations on the culture there. Roads outside the main towns are poorly-maintained and often only accessible by 4-wheel drive vehicles. The terrain of the region can mean delays due to road conditions and extreme weather. Tajikistan's borders with neighbouring countries are subject to closure without notice. You will need to be prepared for unforeseen changes to the itinerary and to be flexible with daily schedules.
Tajikistan is almost completely undeveloped in terms of tourism and has a basic infrastructure once outside Dushanbe. During this journey the group will spend time in remote areas without home comforts or easy access to medical facilities or in some cases, even reliable electricity. Although a high level of physical fitness is not required, travellers should be comfortable with the realities of a wilderness adventure, and prepared for very basic conditions in the countryside. The roads in the region are rough and often unsealed, with some sections travelling on single-track roads above river valleys. We use 4WD vehicles and highly experienced drivers, however this itinerary may not be suitable for those who suffer from heights or are nervous passengers. This is truly an adventurous itinerary for the experienced traveller.
The information provided here is given in good faith and has been compiled with all reasonable care. However, things change and some of the information may become out of date. Please keep this in mind when you read it and check with us if you want to be sure about something. The document was correct at time of printing, but you can check online for the most up to date version. If you have any queries, please contact your travel agent or our staff in Australia. We are here to help you!
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He's made a career of picking up things that didn't want to be picked up, but even the World's Strongest Man is eventually going to come across his immovable object, and for Pudzianowski, it was Tim Sylvia.
The bigger question is, What does it mean for his MMA career?
Pudzianowski is no fool. He knew from the beginning that he was taking a gamble by facing a two-time former UFC champion in only his third match, and after only less than a year of MMA training. He knew it was a risk, but at 33 years old, he felt it was one worth taking.
Pudzianowski's goal -- like many others -- is to fight for a major promotion, but major promotions are rarely on the lookout for 33-year-olds with only a few months of MMA experience, so despite his popularity and ridiculous physique, he knew he needed to bring something else to the table, something like a notable win over a former UFC champ.
Few people get to take the Brock Lesnar express lane into the UFC or into major MMA, but Pudzianowski had his EZ Pass in hand.
It was not to be for the Polish powerhouse, who only had a few good moments in a fight that lasted just 1:43 into the second round.
"The difference was obvious," he said. "I've been training for seven months, he's been training for 13 years. The difference was very visible. It's just a stepping stone. I have to learn new things."
Everything was set up to make a homefield advantage for the Pudzianowski. The area surrounding Worcester has a huge Polish population, and they came out in force to root on a national hero.
They serenaded him with chants. They waved flags. They greeted his arrival with a standing ovation and sung the Polish national anthem. It was like a World Cup soccer match broke out during the Moosin event at the DCU Center.
But once the fight started, there was little to cheer. Apart from a brief Pudzianowski takedown in the early part of the first round, it was all Sylvia, who chopped Pudzianowski down with leg kicks, punished him from the clinch and scored with straight rights.
"His longer reach was difficult," Pudzianowski said. "Obviously I wasn't able to exchange punches with him. It was really tough, almost impossible to put him down."
On the ground, the experience gap was vast. Sylvia earned a dominant position into side control simply by pushing his legs aside. It was guard-passing 101. He moved to north-south and then switched for side control on the opposite side, so he could throw right hands instead of lefts. Within seconds, he locked Pudzianowski in the crucifix, and seconds later, it was over.
Pudzianowski tapped to the strikes, then walked dejectedly out of the cage and to the back.
"It was a great atmosphere," he said later. "I want to thank the Polish fans. They were absolutely great. I want to tell them and you guys, you're going to hear about me for sure. I've never given up at anything, and I won't give up here."
So what's next for Pudzianowski? First things first, he said he'd be taking a two-week vacation. Despite the loss, he'll still be in demand as a fighter based on his name alone. Moosin co-promoter Eric "Butterbean" Esch (yes, that Butterbean - is there any other?) told MMA Fighting that the promotion would love to bring him back for another fight. Pudzianowski fought each of his first two fights in Poland's KSW promotion, and he can certainly return there and make some decent paydays. Frankly, it's where he belongs at this stage of his career. He's not ready for bigtime talent. Not yet.
The fact of the matter is that while Pudzianowski did not embarrass himself against Sylvia, he showed plenty of holes in his game. He has no super skill to fall back on, no wrestling credentials, boxing prowess or jiu-jitsu mastery. In the end, he's just a big, strong guy trying to figure it all out as he goes along. It's difficult to see a major organization beating down his door for anything aside from his name value, and with less than a year of MMA training, that shouldn't come as a surprise.
Pudzianowski has nothing to be ashamed of. He's chasing his newest passion, and he simply tried to skip a few steps in the logical progression. He has the heart, the drive and the desire to get where he wants to go, but the skills are just too raw and the holes are too many.
It just goes to show: Even when you're the World's Strongest Man, there are some things in life you can't power your way through.


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