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Jordan: An Armchair Traveler's Guide
Delve into the magnificent history of Jordan, a beautiful land with a rich connection to the Bible. The list below is not exhaustive and should be considered as a beginning point in your studies. These articles and books have been hand-picked to offer you an introduction to the mysteries and wonders of Jordan, a land rich in Biblical history.
Fully-Illustrated Feature Articles on Jordan
Solving the Enigma of Petra and the Nabataeans
by Joey Corbett
For every tourist who visits the ancient city of Petra in modern day Jordan, there is one breathtaking moment that captures all of the grandeur and mystery of this city carved in stone. After passing the final bend of the tortuous narrow canyon that leads into the site (the Siq), one is confronted by the awe-inspiring spectacle of a towering rock-cut façade, its sun-struck sandstone gleaming through the darkness of the canyon. Read more.
Where John Baptized: Bethany beyond the Jordan
BAR Jan/Feb 2005
by Rami Khouri
It may or may not be the spot in the Jordan River where John the Baptist baptized Jesus, but Byzantine Christians seemed to think it was. And it's not on the western shore of the river, but on the eastern shore—in modern Jordan. When it comes to locating places mentioned in the Gospels, the Byzantine Christians are often worth taking seriously. The Church of the Holy Sepulchre was built on the supposed site of Jesus' tomb only in the fourth century A.D., and for many years its identification was thought to be improbable, if not fanciful, because it was deep inside Jerusalem's Old City walls. (In ancient times, graves were typically outside a city's walls.) But the Byzantine identification has now been confirmed archaeologically. Read more.
Moab Comes to Life
BAR Jan/Feb 2002
by P. M. Michèle Daviau and Paul-Eugène Dion
We unexpectedly found a Moabite temple, the first of its kind ever discovered, during an excavation in 1999. The Moabites, a people living east of the Dead Sea, were neighbors of the ancient Israelites. Ruth is the most touching Moabite figure known to us from the Bible. She stood by her widowed Judahite mother-in-law, Naomi: "Anywhere you go, I will go...your people will be my people, and your God, my God" (Ruth 1:16). Read more.
Philadelphia of the Decapolis
Archaeology Odyssey Mar/Apr 2002
by Alastair Northedge
In the reign of Ptolemy II Philadelphus (283–246 B.C.), Rabbath Ammon was renamed Philadelphia. Despite the name change, the city's inhabitants remained largely Semitic and probably were never extensively Hellenized. When Arab Muslims conquered the region of present-day Jordan in 634, they called the city by the name local peoples used: Amman, the modern Arabic version of ancient Ammon. Thus the city became officially Semitic again. Read more.
Recommended DVDs
Honor and Shame: Core Values of the Biblical World
The concepts of honor and shame are both ancient and pervasive in the Middle East, and have had a profound effect on the shaping of human history, from the Biblical age up to the present. In this riveting lecture, Dr. Richard Rohrbaugh examines this ancient value system and how it influenced the culture of the Biblical world, and illuminates how it plays a crucial role in today's socio-political climate.
Recommended Books
Studies on Roman and Islamic Amman, Volume 1: History, Site and Architecture (British Academy Monographs in Archaeology)
by Alastair Northedge
Architecture of Petra
by Judith McKenzie
This is an enormous and impressive book not only full of facts, but also solving mysteries. It provides a detailed and lavishly illustrated catalogue of the main monuments of Petra. Then, in seeking the origins of Petra's particular architecture and its close relations with the architectural scenes on the walls of Pompeii, Judith McKenzie examines the rock cut tombs of Medain Saleh (Saudi Arabia) and then the little known architectural remains of Ptolemaic Alexandria. Here lies her solution, for the earliest of the Petra-style baroque architecture is in Alexandria Ä from where it spread east to Petra and west to Pompeii and thus elsewhere in the Roman World. It is an impressive study with a significant and satisfying conclusion. This Oxbow reprint makes it available once more at an affordable price.
Petra: A Traveller's Guide
by Rosalyn Maqsood
A travel guide to the ancient city of Petra, Jordan.
The King's Highway
by Graeme Donnan
High Above Jordan
by Jane Taylor
by Jane Taylor
Petra, the "rose-red city" carved out of rock in the mountains of southern Jordan, is one of the most extraordinary survivors of the ancient world. Created by the Nabataeans, a people whose origins still remain mysterious, Petra boasts monuments to rival those of classical Greece and Rome.
The Arabs
by David Lamb
Negotiating for Peace in the Middle East
by Ismail Fahmy
A Concise History of the Middle East
by Arthur Goldschmidt, Jr.
The ninth edition of this widely acclaimed text by Arthur Goldschmidt Jr. and Lawrence Davidson has been extensively revised to reflect the latest scholarship and the most recent events in the Middle East. As an introduction to the history of this turbulent region from the beginnings of Islam to the present day, the book is distinguished by its clear style, broad scope, and balanced treatment.
The Koran: a New Translation and Presentation
translation by Henry Mercier
Understanding Islam: An Introduction to the Muslim World, Third Edition
by Thomas W. Lippman
Lippman's study of the Muslim world--from its earliest roots to today's global power politics--includes crucial new material on the Islamic community today. There are also updated descriptions of internal politics in Syria, Egypt, Pakistan and other Islamic nations. Essential reading for both students and all who seek greater understanding of the world in which we live.
Arab Personalities in Politics
by Majid Khadduri
Faith and Power, the Politics of Islam
by Edward Mortimer
Among the Believers: An Islamic Journey
by V.S. Naipaul
Naipaul's controversial account of his travels through the Islamic world was hailed by The New Republic as "the most notable work on contemporary Islam to have appeared in a very long time."
With Lawrence in Arabia (Classic Reprint)
by Lowell Thomas
by Iain Browning
Jerash and the Decapolis
by Iain Browning
History of the Arabs, Revised: 10th Edition
by Philip Hitti
Petra: A Guide to the Capital of the Nabataeans
by Rami G. Khouri
Jerash: A Frontier City of the Roman East
by Rami G. Khouri
The Antiquities of Jordan
by G. Lankester Harding
In his classic account of the antiquities of Jordan, Harding writes with an erudition based upon a lifetime's knowledge of the region, describing all the major sites of interest in the country.
Jordan Insight Guide (Insight Guides)
by APA Publications
This brand new edition Insight Guide to Jordan features fully-updated content expertly researched and written by local writers, ensuring this guide is an inspiring background read and invaluable on-the-spot companion. Superb full-colour photography throughout also makes it a wonderful, visual souvenir of a visit. Now featuring a 'Best of' section it highlights the most unique experiences Jordan has to offer, including the best archaeological sites to visit and best things to buy in Jordan's 'souks', along with the editor's personal recommendations and top tips.
Sandcastles: The Arabs in Search of the Modern World (Contemporary Issues in the Middle East)
by Milton Viorst and Alfred A. Knopf
My Memoirs Completed
by King Abdullah
Pioneers Over Jordan: The Frontier Settlement in Transjordan, 1850-1914
by Raoul Sa'd Abujaber
In the 19th century conditions of rural life in the Middle East were revolutionized. But the traditional preoccupation in Muslim societies with urban culture means that the study of rural life has been comparatively neglected. In this book, available in paperback for the first time, Raouf Sa'd Abujaber does much to redress the balance.
The Arab World: Society, Culture, and State
by Halim Barakat
In the Eye of the Storm: The Life of General H. Norman Schwarzkopf
by Roger Cohen and Claudio Gatti
A biography of the man who waged war in the cradle of civilization employs interviews with family and friends to describe Schwarzkopf's childhood, his role in the military, his values, and more.
Seven Pillars of Wisdom: A Triumph
by T.E. Lawrence
Seven Pillars of Wisdom is the monumental work that assured T.E. Lawrence's place in history as "Lawrence of Arabia." Not only a consummate military history, but also a colorful epic and a lyrical exploration of the mind of a great man, this is one of the indisputable classics of 20th century English literature. Line drawings throughout.
The Crusades Through Arab Eyes
by Amin Maalouf
The author has combed the works of contemporary Arab chronicles of the Crusades, eyewitnesses and often participants. He retells their story and offers insights into the historical forces that shape Arab and Islamic consciousness today.


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Regional giant SkyWest to acquire ExpressJet
Consolidation in the U.S. airline industry has trickled down to the nation's regional carriers. The USA's largest regional operator -- SkyWest -- today announced that it plans to acquire Houston-based ExpressJet, another regional carrier.
The Houston Business Journal writes that "as per the agreement, ExpressJet will be folded into SkyWest subsidiary Atlantic Southeast Airlines, based in Atlanta. It is expected that ExpressJet will move its corporate headquarters to Atlanta, but maintain an operational support structure in Houston."
The Associated Press writes that "Atlantic Southeast and SkyWest operate as Delta Connection and as United Express. ExpressJet operates as Continental Connection. The companies said Wednesday they expect the deal to close in the fourth quarter." Dow Jones adds the SkyWest-ExpressJet deal "lines up the commuter operations" of United and Continental, which hope to close their own merger deal by the end of the year.
AP notes "SkyWest has tried to buy ExpressJet before. The company made an offer of $3.50 per share in April 2008, but that price was rejected by ExpressJet's board as too low. ExpressJet, which was spun off from Continental in 2002, has been exploring options for its business ever since."
In a press release announcing the deal, ExpressJet says it expects "that the vast majority of front-line employee positions will not be impacted by the acquisition." The company adds "the transaction is not expected to result in material changes to operating schedules, destinations served or aircraft deployment of either airline."
Air Transport Intelligence writes "Utah-based SkyWest and ... Atlantic Southeast are both major operators of Bombardier CRJs, while ExpressJet ... extensively uses Embraer ERJ aircraft."
In other news today involving SkyWest, The Associated Press writes that the company "said its second-quarter earnings fell 29% despite higher traffic because it made less money per passenger. The company earned $18.7 million, or 33 cents per share, compared with $26.2 million, or 46 cents per share, a year earlier." Analysts had expected a profit of 38 cents a share, according to AP.
SkyWest also operates a small number of flights from Milwaukee under a partnership with AirTran.
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Almay Eyeliner Reviews
GreatColor is bold and true, and it doesn't run. I like that it has a sort of gel consistency to it, as opposed to being like a greasy pencil. I like it a lot. — 3 years, 10 months agoLittleBunny | 536 reviews
quality productGot this on sale (mascara-eyeliner combo), and like it so far. It's not too soft or too hard, so it is easy to apply without ripping your eye-lid or having it all over your eyes. I've been applying it over my elf primer, and now at 5pm it's exactly where I put it at 7am this morning without any touch-ups (note, it's sticky and humid summer in NYC now). Very good product. I just with the color was a little more intense. — 3 years, 6 months agovenenumletalis | 168 reviews
great producti really like almay makeup. it doesn't irritate my skin — 6 years, 7 months agoiggymama | 296 reviews
Achoo!I have oily skin and I have long bottom lashes which means most eyeliners just won't cut it. Before I found my ultimate gel formula eyeliner, this was my beauty staple. It stayed put and didn't smudge, until my skin got more oilier during mid day that is. But this does quite a while and the pencil isn't so supersoft that it'll be too overpowering when it's applying making all lines thick, it's ...read morelittle more stiff but the product application glides easier and it sets itself practically. There is also a built in sharpener at the bottom, I believe for finer lines and points to be drawn. This is almost perfect if it was only developed with the ultimate non-smudging factors in mind but with a sneeze, I can find it in place even if I get really teary during the allergy seasons. This is one of my eyeliner alternates. — 6 years, 7 months agoVLA | 332 reviews
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Perfect!This eye pencil doesn't smear, run, or bother my eyes! It goes on smoothly like a gel, and stays on all day. It has a removable sharpener in the bottom of the pencil, which works great. I recently tried 6 other brands of eye pencils and all smeared and smudged on me. I was about to give up; then I found Almay! It's perfect! — 6 months agolkk | 1 reviews
Almay EyelinerThis is the only stick eyeliner that I can put on my waterline. All other eyeliners irritate my eyes too much. I love this hypoallergenic makeup. — 7 months, 2 weeks agokatherine_elizabeth | 23 reviews
Just okay for meWhen I first started using this eyeliner I really liked it. It didn't run and stayed in place well. But after some use, I realized how dry this eyeliner was. I had to really pull and tug to get any color and I noticed that the line always look a bit harsh. I'm not sure if mine was getting old and that's why it was so dry, but I probably won't repurchase this eyeliner. — 1 year, 1 month agovmporciello09 | 118 reviews
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Perfect for meI'm not sure if this would be the eyeliner for everyone but it's absolutely ideal for me for three reasons. One: Raisin Quartz actually looks great on my green eyes. Two: I have very sensitive skin and have had terrible problems with eye makeup. Never any problems with Almay. Three: Consistency. It is a softer, more gel-like pencil. I don't wear a ton of eye makeup because of my glasses, and this pencil is just the boost I'm looking for and easy to apply. — 1 year, 10 months agobuthonestly | 14 reviews
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smudgyWhen I am on the run, almay's eye liner applies pretty fast and easily. However, do not over extend the point because it breaks while you are trying to apply. I have two tips. Do not use it for night time wear. it smudges and you will have to clean up and re apply, if not by the end of the night your eye liner is everywhere. Secondly for a more precise application, rub the edge on a piece of tissu...read moree until you get a pointed tip that you are satisfied with, so you can go thin or thick on the applications. — 2 years, 9 months agoMinibear | 22 reviews
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Out of 26 million Texans, you may have an idea to change the world. You may have had several ideas to change the world. But only a tiny minority of you pushed through the U.S. Patent office from application to successful patent. We've seen Texans change the world many times over. Jack Kilby did it with Texas Instruments in 1958 with the integrated circuit, causing the start of the digital revolution, which, in part, is why you can read these words over your electronic device.
Over the last few years, Texas Business has brought its feature: Texas Business Patent of the Day. This list is of the ones that were either extremely clever, odd or strange. One thing becomes apparent from these patents and the patent that runs daily in Texas Business—Texans have a unique mind set.
Though the history of the Corn Dog is disputed, the State Fair of Texas claims to have introduced the Corny Dog sometime between 1938 and 1942. As a paean to that invention that now sits in the freezer section of every grocery store in the southwest, here are the fried foods the State Fair of Texas has introduced, or tried to introduce, in the last seven years.
Dead Texas musicians live on every time you hear their songs. Their songs play everywhere, so the dead Texas musicians appear to be immortal. Here's the short list.
Don't get caught up with John Wayne religion. For one thing, he's not Texan. He's in some fine movies involving Texas, most notably The Searchers, but none of his movies can make the best cut of Texas movies. Here's the short list.
Tourist Traps. Some are absurdly large. All are monuments to the bizarre notions of the human spirit.
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Texas Business Patent of the Day: As buildings age, brick walls weaken and at some point, can collapse. Now a Texas man has devised a way to strengthen the wall without tearing it down and starting over.
Alan Pettingale of Melissa, Texas recently received U.S. Patent 8,209,934 for "Wall Tie and Method of Using and Making Same."
Pettingale applied for the patet more than three years ago on February 20, 2009.
The invention relates to wall ties used to couple masonry and brick veneers to stud backings, according to the patent document.
As buildings get older, or as they suffer damage, they may require strengthening so as to avoid collapse, using, inter alia, masonry pinning and retrofit anchors. Such re-anchoring could be required due to poor brick tie configuration, wall tie deterioration, loosening walls, walls lacking lateral support or wall movement problems. Although expensive, reanchoring a brick veneer usually costs much less than removing and rebuilding the wall.
Anchors or wall ties installed from the outside leave only small holes that are easily filled with color matched mortar or caulk. Wall ties are typically used to perform these tasks. Typically, wall ties perform three primary functions: provide a connection, transfer lateral loads, and permit in-plane movement to accommodate differential movements and, in some cases, restrain differential movement. For a wall tie to fulfill these functions, it must be securely attached to the brick and masonry veneer and its backing, have sufficient stiffness to transfer lateral loads with minimal deformations, have a minimum amount of mechanical play, be corrosion-resistant and be easily installed to reduce installation errors and damage to the tie system. Helical screw wall ties are known to be used as wall ties between brick and mortar veneers and studs. Typically, such helical screw wall ties consist of a steel rod having two ends, a helical screw portion on the first end and a bolt portion on the second end. When using a helical screw wall tie into a stud, three general types of anchors are used on the bolt end to anchor the wall tie to the mortar: adhesive; a mechanical expansion, or a nut assembly. Most adhesive anchors are installed in similar ways, using an epoxy or polyester adhesive. First a hole is drilled, the drilling dust is removed, the helical screw wall tie is inserted into the hole and into the stud. A steel screen tube is filled with adhesive and the filled screen inserted in the hole. Inserting the steel screen over the steel rod pushes the adhesive through the screen into the pores of the masonry. This bonds the masonry and the steel rod together. Well known in the industry are both epoxy and polyester adhesives. Mechanical anchors are also known as expansion anchors. To install an expansion anchor, a hole is drilled in the mortar joint. Once the helical screw is inserted into the stud, the expansion anchor is screwed onto the steel rod. The expansion anchor is torqued to be secured to the mortar. The torquing device is then removed Most mechanical anchors work by expanding a metal sleeve until the sleeve grips the inside of the drilled hole. In hollow masonry backups, the expanded sleeve may grip the back of the hole. In the third type of anchor, a nut assembly, such as a nut and washer, toggle or the like, having a diameter greater than the hole is screwed onto the second end of the steel rod and torqued. Regardless of the anchoring used, a disadvantage of the helical screw system is that the wood screw typically has a length longer than the stud into which it is screwed. Not only can this cause the wall tie to penetrate through interior finishes, a dangerous situation can develop if the helical end extends beyond the stud and into, e.g., electrical wires, flexible gas lines, and the like. What is desired is an improved wall tie that is adapted to avoid the damage and danger associated with a conventional helical screw wall ties.
Pettingale's invention comprises a wall tie being a steel rod having a first end and a second end, the first end having a tapered helical screw with a crimped stop located a predetermined length from the end thereof, the crimped stop adapted to retain a stopping means, for example, a washer.
The washer serves as a depth gauge such that when the wall tie is screwed into the stud, such as a wood or a metal stud, and the washer reaches the stud it acts as a stop preventing the wall tie from further penetrating the stud. Hence, with knowledge of the width of the stud, wall ties having a crimped stop and washer located a distance from the first end less than such width are operable to prevent the wall tie from penetrating through the stud. The second end of the steel rod can be smooth or can be threaded and adapted to receive an adhesive, mechanical or nut assembly anchor.
The Texas News Scrawl is a handy reference to stories Texas Business recommends from other news sources. Some of the stories that Texas Business currently suggests include: Texas regulators not aware of potential CFTC manipulation probe, Irving spends incentive dollars to lure two corporate headquarters and almost 2,000 jobs; Hotels, restaurant operators prep for record Final Four; Star-Telegram presses roll one last time; Robert Rodriguez breathes new life into an old vampire favorite; ClubCorp buys Prestonwood Country Club in Dallas and Plano; Office Depot overcharged Dallas by up to $3.6 million, city auditor finds; Texas power market monitor resigns amid unresolved reform debate; and more.


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Welcome to Tybee Vacation Rentals!
If you are looking for a Tybee Island or Historic Savannah Vacation Rental, you've come to the right place! Tybee Island, also known as Savannah Beach, is a small barrier island on the Georgia coast located only twenty minutes from downtown Savannah. Let us help you discover this eclectic, small beach town which offers a unique mix of the old and new. We invite you to enjoy "the best of both worlds" by visiting both destinations during your vacation to the beautiful Georgia coast.
Selection. We are happy to help you find the perfect vacation rental for your family at the best possible price. With over 200 properties to choose from in all Tybee Island locations and in Historic Savannah, you will have no problem finding just the right place to getaway. We offer a variety of privately owned vacation rental homes, cottages and condos - from luxury to budget-friendly, ordinary to extraordinary, traditional to modern . . . Tybee Vacation Rentals has it all! Pet Friendly rentals are also available. Whether you are on a romantic getaway for two, or planning a family reunion, we can make your vacation dreams come true!
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We look forward to welcoming you to Savannah and to Tybee Beach…we hope your vacation will be an enjoyable and memorable experience.
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We at TVR have created a list for you of the local restaurants, grocery stores and attractions that have special holiday hours on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
There are so many amazing holiday events and parades happening this 2014 holiday season in both Tybee and Savannah!
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1. In Part 1, Chapter 30, what does the author say he learned about Pi when they met?
(a) That Pi's wife's name is Meena and she is a doctor.
(b) That Pi was twice divorced.
(c) That Pi was married.
(d) That Pi did not believe in marriage.
2. What else did Pi catch besides fish?
(a) Birds.
(b) Eels.
(c) Sharks.
(d) Turtles.
3. Pi's interest in which of the following is one of the themes that runs throughout the book?
(a) Sociology.
(b) Politics.
(c) Zoology.
(d) Botany.
4. Which of the following statements is NOT true about Pi's prayer rug?
(a) He used it in the mosque.
(b) He used it outside.
(c) It reminded him of the sacredness of the earth.
(d) He lost it.
5. What did Pi say at the meeting of his parents and his religious teachers?
(a) He would think about they said.
(b) He just wanted to love God.
(c) The religions were similar.
(d) He wanted to study more about the religions.
Short Answer Questions
1. In Part 1, Chapter 12, what do readers learn about the nameless man?
2. How did Pi first learn about Islam?
3. What did Pi share for food with Richard Parker after butchering it?
4. Why must a circus lion trainer establish that he is the alpha male with respect to the lion?
5. What did Pi bring to the tiger in the morning after they had both had a restless night's sleep?
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The world's most lovable mystery-solving dog, along with best friend Shaggy and the rest of the gang, takes a feature-length supernatural detour to a haunted New England town in Scooby-Doo And The Witch's Ghost.
Scooby, the cowardly Great Dane, gets tied up with bumbling mummies and monster turkeys when famous fright-writer, Ben Ravencroft, invites the gang to his hometown for the Autumn Harvest Festival. There, they learn that Ben's ancestor, Sarah, haunts the place, and they set out to uncover the ghostly Ravencroft secret that will prove her either a good-hearted healer or a spell-casting witch.
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Ok,so it only took me till March to do another post. :D
I am having spring fever and want THIS:
Folded, Spindled and Quilted
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Thursday, February 28, 2013
A New Year...
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Thursday, November 8, 2012
Connecting Threads Wishlist
We all have Wishlists for the holidays, so I went and picked mine out for this year. It's just the tip of the ice berg really. :D I could take one of each!
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Baltimore Harbor Watershed in Baltimore City and Baltimore County, Maryland
Notice of Intent to Establish a TMDL of Trash/Debris
Section 303(d) of the federal Clean Water Act requires Maryland (MD) to: (1) identify waters, known as water quality limited segments (WQLSs), where technology-based effluent limitations and other required controls cannot achieve water quality standards; (2) for each listed water, establish Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) for pollutants preventing the attainment of water quality standards; and (3) offer an opportunity for public review and comment on the proposed TMDLs.
Baltimore Harbor (basin code 02130903) was listed as impaired by sediments (1996), nutrients (1996), bacteria (1998), polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs, 1998), various metals (1998), impacts to biological communities (2002) and debris/floatables/trash, specifically portions of Middle Branch and Northwest Harbor (2008). The document establishes a TMDL for trash and debris for the Middle Branch and Northwest portions of the Baltimore Harbor. The impairments due to the additional contaminants have been or will be addressed in separate analyses conducted by MDE.
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Hey, you there. How have you been? Good? Good. Yeah, I know it's been a long time. And I have a lot to tell you when I actually do get the time to write a proper post.
No, this is not one of those times. Could you tell?
You guys remember our noisy downstairs neighbours? (Of course you do. If I write about them any more they should really get their own tag on this blog.)
The most noise filtering (or echoing) up from them comes through the bathroom. Yes, we often hear them out in their balcony, but if we shut the windows and turn the TV up loud we don't have to listen to every nuance of the conversation. But if one (and usually more, but more about that later) is in the bathroom, and I am too, there is no escape (except for, of course, actually running out of the bathroom, which, let's face it, isn't always possible right away).
Poor little Cheeku seems to spend much of his life getting - or resisting - a bath, or getting - or resisting - his teeth brushed. Most often, of course, it's his mom, whose foghorn voice seems destined for greater things than out-shouting Cheeku on whether he needs to brush his teeth. (One past-time for me is thinking up alternative careers that would actually utilise her talents: so far I've come up with prison warden - for hardcore criminals, construction supervisor, and dominatrix.)
Cheeku's dad also helps him in the bathroom sometimes, and though his voice is quite as magnificent as his wife's, he is much gentler with his son and is almost a pleasure to listen to. (Almost, reader, being the key word.)
Then there's Cheeku's mama, who seems to visit for the primary purpose of helping Cheeku perform his morning ablutions. He is quite as loud as his sister, though his voice is high-pitched, and therefore, arguably less pleasing. He has also been known to sing Love me love me love me in the shower, loudly and off-key (which, for those of you who haven't heard it, was a traumatic experience).
Cheeku's nani is visiting now, and has been taking over the most important duty of the household, and spends her mornings alternating between instructing Cheeku in the bathroom and instructing her daughter out of it (though both these functions are, inexplicably, performed in the bathroom). Hearing her tells you where the NN got her magnificent voice from.
This is all background. The Guy and I were talking about this yesterday, and he said, "Cheeku toh mandir ki ghanti hai. Jo bhi aata hai nahla ke jaata hai."* Which is an absurd and meaningless little statement that made me double over with laughter.
*I'm not going to attempt to translate this. Any kind readers willing to try?
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- simplypallu said...
Cheeku's a temple bell. Anyone can walk in and (make him ring/ ring him) bathe him.
A friend of mine had written something similar, but in Marathi. You will need to ask for help in translation. It's hilarious if someone can explain it to you.
- 9:11 am, April 09, 2010
- Doli said...
hahahhahaha amazing!!!! I just loved the last line
- 12:59 am, April 10, 2010
- Unmana said...
simplypallu: That's pretty accurate, though I'd argue it should read "Everyone walks in and..." rather than "Anyone can..."
Doli: Yeah, I know, the Guy is funnier than me. :(
- 11:59 am, April 10, 2010
- dipali said...
Poor Cheeku:(
And you guys, having to listen to all of it!
- 4:28 pm, April 10, 2010
- simplypallu said...
You're right. This translation was meant to be more inviting ;-)
- 5:46 pm, April 10, 2010
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Nine Angels are arbitration eligible this year, which makes it hard to know exactly how much 2011 salary the Angels will be on the hook for. I'm going to go over each player's case to try to figure out what he is likely to make. Previously:
Next up: Howie Kendrick, entering his fifth full season.
Basics: Most players don't go to an arbitration hearing. If the sides don't reach an agreement quickly in the offseason, they'll each file a number for arbitration. Most of the time, they settle in the middle. If they do go to arbitration, the player is compared to similar players at similar career stage. So Kendrick's salary will be based on what similar infielders earned in their fifth or sixth seasons.
From what I've read, the arbiters aren't exactly Bill James, Rob Neyer and Paul DePodesta. Traditional stats still rule, which is good news for Howie Kendrick: He set career highs this year in RBI (75), steals, hits (172), doubles (41), and pretty much anything that can be counted thanks to his playing in a career high (by far) 158 games. He should be rewarded for playing in 158 games. That's a really valuable thing to do. It's just that it covers up the fact that he also played worse than he had in any season, with career-low batting average, OBP, and slugging percentages. For that matter, he was worth fewer WAR than in any season since his rookie year, despite playing far more. So.
Anyway, comps.
We had a couple somewhat similar infielders who hit fourth-year arbitration last year, plus Mark Teahen after 2008. Here they are, and how Kendrick's stats compare. Previous year:
Same guys, but now over the previous three seasons:
Either way you group the numbers, that Teahen comp looks pretty close, though Teahen played third base while Kendrick played second. Bartlett is pretty clearly more valuable than Kendrick through this stage, while Barmes is pretty clearly less valuable.
Now here's what each player earned in their fourth season, and what they earned in their fifth season:
So it looks like the standard for middle infielders with a little bit of pop and four years of service time is to just double the previous year's salary. That would put Kendrick at $3.5 million. It would also put him just below the superior Bartlett, slightly ahead of the inferior Barmes, and right in line with Teahen. So, yes, I expect Kendrick and the Angels will end up settling around $3.5 million.
Another take:
Mat Gleason says the Angels should trade Kendrick. But "look for them to settle prior to any arbitration hearing on something near $2.5 million."
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Try this... here's a website where you can search for foods with or without ingredients that your children don't like.
Hopefully that will help some... i'll be on the look out and try to think of things. Do they have anything they DO like? I might be able to come up with something... hopefully some of the other ladies here on the board with little children can help too.
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Fun food ideas for picky eaters
Thanks for providing information on what child-sized portions really are! If you imagine eating a hamburger the size of your dinner plate, it puts things in better perspective. We had a picky eater in our house; very, very picky. We invented "Un-Meals," and came up with the following ideas to distract our child from the fact that she was in fact, eating!
Animal Night - No kidding. No cutlery. Parents have to guess what animal the child is portraying by how it eats. The messier, the better.
Itsy-Bitsy Night - All food on the serving plates is cut into minuscule pieces. You can only have, and eat ONE of, each Itsy-Bitsy at a time -- one pea, one carrot coin, one piece of meat, or one French fry. Then you start again. Fun to try and make Mom and Dad frantic, and hustle to keep up with you. Parents of course, ham it up.
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Kids Night Off - Mom and Dad have to feed the kids like babies. (Mine are five and six years old.) Great fun bossing parents around and demanding more/less ketchup.
Color Night - The food has to be all the same color. Graham Kerr would faint -- kids love it. (For example, white foods can include fish, potatoes, white corn, bread ...) If you give the kids the day to think about the color, you'll be amazed at what foods they come up with!
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|Wed, 08-20-2003 - 5:24pm
Thank goodness I just have a dog!(lol)
He's pretty picky too but I just REFUSE to do the Picnic on the Bed thing to get him to eat better!(lol)
Seriously, it must be very frustrating - - even just worrying about the health aspects of this.....My one suggestion for kids that are finicky eaters would be to make sure they get a multi-vitamin to ensure they get some needed nutrients. Thats just my opion. Good luck to all Moms and Dads with picky eaters.
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Anyrate no cassroles, no PB&J and no hot dogs. Well from the sound of your msg there's more they won't eat. I suggest you read my post in reply to another picky eater question. I make some suggestions there. But I'll post some recipes here. Oh do they like peanut butter by itself?? Curious.
Pizza Cups - Press One biscuit into each cupcake pan hole. Sprinkle a little browned hamburger in, top with a little spaghetti sauce and then mozarella cheese. Bake in a 400 degree oven until cheese is browned.
Tacos in a Bag
Prepare hamburger seasoned with taco sauce in quantity you need. For each child, open a single-serve foil-type bag of Fritos topped with a spoonful of taco meat. Each child then goes through the "bar" to add whatever toppings he likes: lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, etc
Cheesy Ravioli Dish
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1 medium onion, chopped (use onion powder)
1 large clove garlic, finely chopped (use garlic powder)
26 oz can four cheese flavored spaghetti sauce
15 oz can tomato sauce
1 tsp Italian seasoning
2 25-oz pkgs frozen beef-filled ravioli
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (add some cheddar too,yummmy)
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (skip this)
Heat oil in 10" skillet over medium heat. (If using powder skip this) Cook onion and garlic in oil about 4 min, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender. Stir in spaghetti sauce, tomato sauce and Italian seasoning. Place 1 cup of the sauce mixture in bottom of 4-1/2 to 6 quart slow cooker. Add 1 pkg frozen ravioli; top with 1 cup of the cheese. Top with remaining pkg of ravioli; top with remaining 1 cup cheese. Pour remaining sauce mixture over top. Cover and cook on low heat setting 5-7 hrs or until ravioli are tender. Sprinkle with parsley. Serves 12
Hard boiled eggs.... let kids dip in ranch then in crushed cheese cracker crumbs. Go fishing and use them to pick up goldfish or use pretzels dipped in peanut butter, ranch or whatever then fish for goldfish crackers. It's fun for the kids and good food.
Chicken Nuggets
1 egg
2 tablespoons milk
3 cups cornflakes, finely crushed
1 pound boneless chicken breast, cut into 1 or 1 1/2 inch bite-sized pieces
cooking spray
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Whisk eggs and milk together in a small bowl; set aside. Place cornflake crumbs in a gallon-sized zip top bag. Dip each chicken piece in the egg and milk mixture, then let the kids help by shaking the pieces in the cornflake crumb bag. Place each coated nugget on a cookie sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake for 15 minutes or until done. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce. Makes 6 servings.
Buy some of those heat and serve meatballs and serve with a honey bbq sauce or ranch. Let them have fancy toothpicks... like mini swords? and let them have fun and eat.
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I am sorry for your loss. I hope you find the comfort and support you need here. This is a wonderful group of ladies that are incredibly supportive. Many hugs.
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I am so sorry for your loss. My first BFP ended in an etopic so I know how you feel. I do want to congratulate you on your upcoming wedding and I truly hope you get your sticky BFP soon. I never realized how hard ttc is and keeping a pregnancy is not a guarantee. I do hope we all get our wonderful babies that we can hold in our arms.
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Welcome, I am very sorry for your loss. I also had my frist m/c before my wedding. I understand how upsetting it all is!!! I hope you won' t have to be here long. hope you get a sticky BFP really soon, Jen
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Welcome. I'm so sorry for your loss. We all know all too well what you're going through. I do hope your stay with us is short & you get your sticky BFP very soon!
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I really wish you and your fiance the best of luck! I just recently also got my BFP but yesterday at the second ultrasound got the same news as you both did :( spontaneous abortion, baby didn't develop! Its not easy to take in!!
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Day 1 Cape Town, South Africa
Welcome to Cape Town, the most cosmopolitan city on the continent and one of the most stunning urban areas on Earth! Today is an arrival day, so there are no planned activities. Your arrival transfer is included.
Day 2 Cape Town (1B,1L,1D)
Our tour today starts with the cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain. The plateau at 3 km wide has its highest point over 1,000 meters, and provides spectacular views of the surrounded landscape. Lunch at the Seaforth Restaurant before visiting Boulder Beach, a beautiful sandy beach dotted with massive granite boulders. Since 1982 it has been the home of over 3,000 tunnel nesting African Black footed penguins. From here we make our way along the equally famous Chapman's Peak road, a scenic drive like no other, pausing periodically to take in the sea vistas and cozy oceanside settlements, before entering the larger, more ethnically diverse towns of Hout Bay and Kommetjie. We also have the opportunity to visit the boulders site where a small colony of African, or Jackass penguins cling to viability in a small breeding colony that is heavily protected. After this we enjoy a drive back towards Cape Town, skirting the Constantia Winelands before making our way to the MS Expedition, for embarkation at approximately 4pm
Day 3 At Sea (1B,1L,1D)
Days at sea will be filled with a fascinating and entertaining educational program presented by our expert expedition team. Lectures and presentations on the history, anthropology, flora and fauna of the region will be interspersed with seminars on painting, photography and music.The Expedition has ample public space in the lounge and library, and you can always join new friends in the ship's popular pub. Alternatively, spend time relaxing on the ship's deck or scanning the horizon with binoculars and camera in search of seabirds and marine life. As always, high-end dining experiences will be enjoyed in the ship's dining room. Capping off the day, winemaker David van Neikerk describes his method of making Sparkling Wine in South Africa, and everyone gets to toast with a glass of his very own Sparkling Wine.
Day 4 Luderitz, Namibia (1B,1L,1D)
Within minutes of disembarking from MS Expedition on the southern coast of Namibia, we encounter ascending blocks of architectural evidence that the seaside town of Luderitz had indeed been founded by German settlers who brought their culture with them to southwest Africa. From the brightly painted houses of Berg Street (built 1909-11) to the elegant 1910 Goerke House on the hill, it was also evident that a substantial number of the early 20th century newcomers to this remote seaport had achieved financial success from endeavors related to the nearby diamond fields. But the visitors of 2013 will find that these days the colorful European-style buildings repose along sleepy inclined avenues where the era of bustling prosperity that produced them a century ago, has long since been absorbed into the mists of the offshore currents. Just a few miles north, we travel through the dwellings of the mining ghost town of Kolmannskuppe. Glancing at faded museum photographs, listen for faint echoes of German life from the arduous era of the diamond industry.
Day 5 Walvis Bay, Namibia (1B,1L,1D)
Morning at sea may provide an opportunity to see fur seals and Cape Gannets Upon arrival in Walvis Bay we'll have the opportunity to explore the landscapes of the Namib Desert. We begin by setting off to see the fantastic Welwitchias – a living fossil that has existed since the day of the dinosaur. At first glance it looks like a misshapen dried up dying plant – but upon closer inspection we could see the adaptations that have made it such a successful and long lived plant found only in the Namib Desert. Soon after, we're off to look at the Moonlandscape – which is yet another portion of the desert with formations of such unusual peaks and valleys stretching off into tomorrow. Marvel at the vastness of the world's oldest desert
Day 6-7 At Sea (2B,2L,2D)
Spend your days at sea emersed in our educational lecture series along with cultural art and musical workshops. Or, simply kick back to a documentary film. For those looking for entertainment into the evening, you will find live music in the Polar Pub.
Day 8 Lobito (Benguela), Angola (1B,1L,1D)
Today we'll enjoy a visit to the quaint town of Sao Felipe de Benguela in Angola. Benguela was founded by Portuguese in 1617 has a big part in the history of the slave trade. The tour for the day covered the two towns of Lobito and Benguela, both cast in the unique Portuguese/African style, veneered slightly, but only very slightly, by the fresh paint of modern architecture and construction, and displaying the usual Portuguese national obsession with tree lined avenues and lovely central parkways and public spaces We pause at the 16th century fort of San Pedro site on a hilltop guarding the old crossing on the Catumbela River. This offers great views of the surrounding city. Also view the 1905 steel bridge that had been responsible for so much congestion, and the governor's residence opposite.
Day 9 At Sea (1B,1L,1D)
Day 10 Pointe Noir, Congo (1B,1L,1D)
Today, we visit the Congo's Pointe Noire. On the agenda today are visits to the cliffs of Diosso Gorge, the museum and the city's very lively market. We begin the day by going to the Diosso Gorge to look at the red sand stone gulley, created by natural erosion. Then head over to the Diosso Scientific and Cultural museum where enthusiastic museum guides provide us a tour of the collection.
Day 11 At Sea (1B,1L,1D)
Day 12-13 São Tomé and Príncipe (2B,2L,2D)
This Portuguese colonial island nation is a tropical paradise of beaches, waterfalls, forests and friendly people. We'll visit the capital, São Tomé—once an important slave-trade post—and explore a nearby plantation. São Tomé is famous among birders, with over 140 species identified in the surrounding area. On a birding excursion, try to catch a glimpse of the islands' endemic inhabitants. The next day we explore Príncipe via Zodiac boat to experience its beaches, waterfalls and rainforests. A swim in the tropical waters is a great way to relax. Birdlife, including many endemic species, is abundant here and we'll keep our eyes out for African grey parrots. Our day will take us to an old Coffee Station called Monte Café, reinvigorated by foreign money. We'll stay for lunch before moving on to the quaint town to explore the a fort at the entrance to the harbour. Like going back in time to the colonial era, and the inhabitants had just picked up and left. After, a quick stop at a small shop to buy some local chocolate and gifts we head back to the pier to board the ship.
Day 14 At Sea (1B,1L,1D)
Sit back and listen to the lecture series continue. Scan the horizon through the lens of your binoculars, or join in on a possible wine tasting event
Day 15 Cotonou, Benin (1B,1L,1D)
On the surface Cotonou seems like any other noisy and colorful African city, an impression reinforced as you move through endless labyrinth of dusty streets clogged with informal markets, trading kiosks and roadside industries. The city lacks natural resources, but what it does not appear to lack is entrepreneurial energy. Every conceivable commodity and enterprise is available somewhere not too far from anywhere else. We arrive at our first destination. Gamvié, described as the Venice of West Africa, is a little less than that, but nonetheless it is an extraordinary community atop the tidal Lake Nueké where historically, refuge was sought against the predation of the slave catching troops of Dahomey. Today it remains an independent water community reliant on small scale trade and fishing, existing around a small, self contained stilted village. We visited the site in a series of small boats, embarking at a bustling but rather odorous waterside market from where we weave our way through busy fishermen and paddling market ladies. From Gamvié we make our way through the congested countryside to the fascinating town of Ouidah. The sad history of Ouidah is that it once served at as the main entrepot for slave embarkation to the New World, and a great deal of local focus and commemoration has been given over to memorializing this shameful trade. Ouidah is also the center of the local Voodoo culture, with colorful and symbolic statuary representing various aspects of the faith to be found everywhere within and around the town.
Day 16 Lome, Togo (1B,1L,1D)
Following breakfast we all disembark for a day of learning and discovery in and around the city of Lome. Anticipate and action-filled day punctuated with the color and vitality of the Ewe and Akan people, who founded the city in the 18th century. Our first stop of the day is the International Museum of Guinea. This is a small converted residence that holds treasures that will amaze anyone. Expert in African arts and culture or not we will are privileged to see rare, authentic artifacts from across West Africa that span centuries. Following this, we visit an artisanal market nearby for shopping before returning back to the ship for lunch. In the afternoon we travel out of town to the Akato Viepe village to meet the chief and experience village life. Upon arrival we are met with the welcoming face and venture into learning about patrilineal communities, their farming practices, and the role of different people in the village. Leave feeling inspired by a day in Togo and return to the ship filled with new knowledge and a burning desire to return.
Day 17 Accra, Ghana (1B,1L,1D)
Today's excursion takes us from the port at Tema to the busy capital of Accra. Our first stop is at a casket-maker's shop where caskets are carved to depict the beliefs, hobbies and life stories of the deceased. Later, we'll visit a local school to interact with the children and staff before heading off to a local market, the national museum and the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum. Wildlife enthusiasts may choose to visit the Shai Game Reserve instead to view baboons, green monkeys and antelope as well as an abundance of birdlife: Senegal Parrots, Swallow-tailed Bee-eaters and Vieilot's Barbet. After the reserve, we'll witness local bead-making and give it a try ourselves.
Day 18 Takoradi, Ghana (1B,1L,1D)
From the dock at the Ghanaian town of Takoradi, we'll explore a region steeped in the sad history of the slave trade. A visit to Elmira Castle and Cape Coast Castle brings us face-to-face with the horrible conditions of the dungeons and quarters slaves inhabited while awaiting their fate. Although this site was established by the Swedes in 1653, it was not until the 1700s, when it fell under the control of the British, that it reached its peak of output as a commercial slaving depot. The castle itself, although forbidding from the outside, is surrounded by the pleasant aspects of local fishing activity, and the relatively clean and pleasant precincts of Cape Castle village. A visit to the West African Historical Museum is included in our visit to Cape Coast Castle. Alternatively, travellers may visit Kakum National Park to witness its 100-foot-high Canopy Walkway. From high above the treetops, the Walkway gets us incredibly close to the flora and fauna of the region.
Day 19-20 At Sea (2B,2L,2D)
Day 21-22 Freetown, Sierra Leone (1B,1L,1D)
Today, we disembark in Freetown, Sierra Leone and spend two days exploring. Sierra Leone is recovering from a civil war that almost tore the country apart, but today it is a progressive African state with a great future. Tourism is part of the recovery process. We'll explore the city, the Tacagumu Chimpanzee Sanctuary and visit one of least visited beaches in the world. With so many interesting aspects to the city tour what immediately strikes travelers is the combination of bustle, clutter, seething traffic and population, and of course the ever present informal sector industry. Many of the streets retain their old colonial era names, such as Gloucester Road, Wilberforce Street, George Street and Regent Street, all very oddly juxtaposed against this swarming West African city. Our first stop is the Sierra Leone National Museum, close to the famous Cotton Tree. A nearby war memorial may also be of considerable interest, rendering a sense of the extent to which this tragedy has been imprinted on the psyche of this city.
Day 23 At Sea (1B,1L,1D)
Day 24 Banjul, the Gambia (1B,1L,1D)
Today's a special day for the bird lovers among us! The Gambia is known for its abundant birdlife: Over 500 species! Today, we'll visit the Abuko Nature Reserve for a walk with our guides. Birds, monkeys and crocodiles inhabit the area. Alternatively, travellers also have the option to visit the museum of a local artist. Before arriving at the museum, we'll visit the Serrekunda market, one of Africa's busiest. At the museum, the artist herself will give us a guided tour of the space and its works while giving us some insight into her life as an African artist. For lunch, we'll participate in a cooking class with a local woman who will show us how to make traditional Gambian cuisine. Later, we'll visit a fruit distillery to learn about local liqueurs and be treated to a tasting.
Day 25 Dakar, Senegal (1B,1L,1D)
Today we disembark in Dakar, Senegal; a bustling and energetic West African capital. We'll visit the infamous slave-trading post of Gorée Island and learn about the history of the region and its importance to the slave trade. The tour includes visits to the dungeons and slave quarters, the traders' opulent homes, the House of Slaves and Le Castel, offering a fascinating look into this dark time. We'll also visit the IFAN Historical Museum to learn more about the history of Senegal. After lunch, we'll explore Dakar's incredible markets, Great Mosque and colonial architecture before returning to the ship.
Day 26-27 At Sea (2B,2L,2D)
Day 28 Dakhla, Western Sahara (1B,1L,1D)
Dakhla in the country of West Sahara , although administered by Morocco, Is our opportunity to touch the western edge of the great Sahara Desert . The Western Sahara is a tropical desert! Hot and dry but cooled by the breeze off the Atlantic Ocean. This combination of cool and hot can often create a fog layer out at sea. A pastoral nomadic life style is common here, as most make a living fishing and or mining. We are planning a full day tour here to see this edge of the saraha and if possible some of the nomadic peoples who live there.
Day 29 At Sea (1B,1L,1D)
Day 30 Fuerteventura, Canary Islands (1B,1L,1D)
A day at sea brings us to Fuereventura Canary Islands. This particular island is part of the newly designated UNESCO bioreserve. It is believed the first settlers came from North Africa soon to be followed by Spainish, Portguese and French! Today of course it is a meca for those escaping winter colds further to the north. You will see why when we tour the islands beaches. Like the rest of the canaries, it is an ancient volcanic island – that has eroded. The climate on Fuerteventura is pleasant throughout the year. The island is also often referred to as the island of eternal spring. The sea adjusts the temperature making the hot Sahara winds blow away from the island.
Day 31 Agadir to Marrakech (1B,1L,1D)
We then making our last open sea passage back to the continent landing in Agadir, near the foot of the famous and wildly snow capped Atlas Mountains. (30 degrees north similar to the Florida Georgia border or central texas) 146 miles to Marrakech. In 1960 it was completely destroyed by earth quake – now totally rebuilt it is a modern city and the beach destination of choice for many! We transfer to Marrakesh stopping along the way for lunch and arriving into Marrakech in time to take a guided walk down the Medina – the ancient central market, with shopping stalls, Visit the extraordinary Djemaa el Fna square—a human carnival filled with magicians, snake charmers, acrobats, water sellers and food stalls.
Day 32 Marrakech (1B)
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