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Yes, this is another post on Obama's support of gay marriage. If you're tired of reading about, scroll on by...
While African Americans are generally less supportive of marriage equality as a whole, a growing number of black leaders and community members have come to embrace the issue since President Obama endorsed the freedom to marry last week. As Rep. John Lewis (D-GA) explained during an appearance on MSNBC Thursday afternoon, "Dr. [Martin Luther] King took a simple position. When people would ask him about interracial marriage, he would simply say races don't fall in love and get married, individuals fall in love and get married." "So if two men or two women want to fall in love and get married it's their business," he added: LEWIS: My position is very, very simple. That I fought too long and too hard against discrimination based on race and color, not to stand up and fight against discrimination based on sexual orientation. If you're going to provide civil rights and equality for everybody, you cannot draw a line, you cannot build a wall. We must respect the dignity and the worth of every human being whether they are gay or straight. African Americans are agreeing with Lewis in greater numbers: ďż˝ 54 percent of African Americans support Obama's position on same-sex marriage: A recent ABC News/Washington Post poll found that since Obama declared his support, "54 percent express a favorable view of his position on the issue," compared to "just 41 percent of African-Americans supported gay marriage in ABC/Post polls in mid-2011 and early 2012." ďż˝ 11 point shift in support for marriage among African Americans in NC: A Public Policy Polling survey found "a noticeable shift in the attitudes of African Americans in North Carolina toward rights for gay couples in the wake of President Obama's announcement last week that he supports gay marriage. Our final poll before the primary last week found only 20% of black voters in the state favoring gay marriage, with 63% opposed. Now 27% express support for gay marriage with 59% opposed, for an overall 11 point shift on the margin." ďż˝ Rep. James Clyburn (D-SC) comes out for marriage equality: The highest ranking African American in Congress told MSNBC earlier this week, "I, like the president, have evolved to a point of marriage equality. I have not always been there. I grew up in a parsonage, a fundamentalist Christian parsonage, and I grew up with that indoctrination. And I have grown to the point that I believe that we have evolved to marriage equality." "If we consider this to be a civil right - and I do - I don't think civil rights ought to be left up to a state-by-state approach," Clyburn said. "I think that we should have a national policy on this." ďż˝ African Americans say Obama's support did not change their opinion of him: A Pew Research Center survey concluded that "most African Americans, on the other hand, say the announcement did not alter their opinion of Obama." More black than white people oppose marriage equality, but since 2008, "the proportion of African Americans favoring gay marriage has increased from 26% to 39%, while opposition has fallen from 63% to 49%." I'm thinking at least some of these people really did support it before Obama's announcement, but now feel more comfortable saying it outloud. Here's hoping more prominent African Americans speak out. The tide is shifting! Thank you Mr. President! |
Here is a link that might be useful: African Americans for gay marriage
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- Posted by brushworks Zone5-Ohio (My Page) on Fri, May 18, 12 at 9:49
I can hear Jesse and Al now... We couldn't bring our brothers and sisters on board...but who can? Obama can! Great campaign slogan. Now, for those righteous ones who want to stick me, it's humor. so laugh |
I think the tide will eventually turn... civilization generally either fears what it does not know or understand, or follows the doctrine it was born into. As more prominent community leaders speak out, the tide will turn a little more. Like anything else, things take time to get used to, to learn about, for opinions and beliefs to change. It's just a shame that we happen to be talking about an actual human segment of our population. Why we have to see lines drawn in the sand at all when it comes to equality is something I'll never understand. |
The NAACP backs same-sex marriage as civil right. |
Here is a link that might be useful: NAACP backs same-sex marriage
And so it spreads. Good for them. |
I still wonder why anyone cares. |
Ingrained religious doctrines mainly, Lily, plus that same "ick" factor/homophobia prejudice we talk about from time to time... basic ignorance and fear of the unknown... there's a segment of our population that still wants control over morality and what we do within the privacy of our sexual lives, including control over the laws that dictate marriage and an unwillingness to see the American family redefined from one mom, one dad, and 2.5 children plus a dog or cat, presumably. The same basic outdated social constructs that keep some people voting by old party line ideals that don't exist any longer. In other words... they have no idea why. They just know it's not what they're used to, or it's still something they've been told is wrong. It will take more time and more strong community leaders to change more thought processes, but at least that tide is turning. It will take more independent thought to realize that one marriage has no bearing over the next. |
The mindset of the anti same sex stance is that since they would never, ever, in a million years marry someone else of the same sex - so therefore neither will Anyone Else, Period. |
It seems to me as though the same segment of the population has made sex, itself, into a dirty thing... something taboo, to be hidden and never spoken of, let alone done. And woe unto those who actually enjoy it! It will always be my firm belief that we can solve more of our social issues in this area with in depth, factual education on the realities of today's society, available health care and birth control, and allowing for each citizen to make their own choices when it comes to sex, family planning, protection, etc... To me, common sense and changed times trump what a bunch of men wrote thousands of years ago... men who's interests lay in maintaining control over a patriarchal society... and one that, strangely enough, preaches one thing but practices another. Society has greatly changed, but certain segments insist on living in the past. Change is inevitable. Keeping up with it is simply the right thing to do. We can't exclude based upon personal prejudices... and that's exactly what some of our legislators would have us do. Others, like Obama, would rather be inclusive, and work toward that end, I think, in a federally recognized manner. It's not right to allow each state to vote individually based upon their predominant religious beliefs... and that is what appears to be happening. |
NAACP today has come out recognizing marriage equality as a civil right. he NAACP has passed a resolution endorsing same-sex marriage as a civil right, putting it stamp on an issue that has divided the black community. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People's board voted at a leadership retreat in Miami on Saturday to back a resolution supporting marriage equality, calling the position consistent with the equal protection provision of the US constitution. "The mission of the NAACP has always been to ensure political, social and economic equality of all people," board chairwoman Roslyn M Brock said in a statement. "We have and will oppose efforts to codify discrimination into law." Same-sex marriage is legal in six states and the District of Columbia, but 31 states have passed amendments to ban it. "Civil marriage is a civil right and a matter of civil law. The NAACP's support for marriage equality is deeply rooted in the fourteenth amendment of the United States constitution and equal protection of all people" said NAACP president Benjamin Todd Jealous, a strong backer of gay rights." |
Here is a link that might be useful: The Guardian
No one has changed their minds about whether or not they would personally like to see more gay unions and marriage, whether or not they feel that is beneficial for society or harmful to the social structure, or how they personally feel toward homosexuals. However, the attitude of Americans toward the RIGHTS of gay people has been evolving over time, and Obama provided true leadership in getting others to recognize those Rights. So this had nothing to do with how people may have personally felt about gay people past vs. present. Rather, it had to do with respecting the rights of gay people to conduct their lives like everyone else. For example, I don't particularly like people carrying guns on the street but I respect their Second Amendment right to do so. It is interesting that the right wingers have a big problem with the right of people to do things like marry one another that have no impact on others and further, that they want Government to step in to stop it. These are the same people who claim they want more freedom and liberty and less government intrusion in our lives. |
Heri: "It is interesting that the right wingers have a big problem with ..." Who exactly are these people, Heri? Do you mean all whom consider themselves "right wing"? Or are you saying that all people whom you personally consider "right wing" feel this way? I suppose your followup statement: "These are the same people who claim they want more freedom and liberty and less government intrusion in our lives." is a clarification? But there are many on both sides of the aisle and in between, who want to see more liberty and freedom, and less government intrusion in our lives. So, rather than assume everyone knows exactly who you are talking about in that last paragraph of yours, will you please clarify your point in making these statements, and their relevance to the subject at hand? |
I'm not speaking for heri, but Elvis, you do know that the official platform of the Republican party is against gay marriage, right? So, I don't understand why you are asking this question. From the Republican party's platform: Preserving Traditional Marriage Because our children's future is best preserved within the traditional understanding of marriage, we call for a constitutional amendment that fully protects marriage as a union of a man and a woman, so that judges cannot make other arrangements equivalent to it. |
Well to cut ELVIS some slack here who is right wing & who is a conservative might be the needle that angels need to dance upon is that what your asking or just what are you asking Elvis a membership list for (the right wing) A variable right wing that has some folks liberals accept for this issue...where they are rather right if not extreme as in the case of NY State Democratic Senator Ruben Diaz. "I can see that for the community in question...those religiously convicted" The left leaning liberal Democrats except for abortion & marriage equality or civil rights for GLBT...was that where you were going? Sort of like I'm a fiscal conservative accept for unfunded tax cuts. I've had co-workers who claim to love & care for "me" & Edd but wouldn't bat an eye at preaching their Pentacostal screed at the slightest opportunity. We actually had to several company meeting over it (sensitivity classes)which I think are now all moot in light of a fedex ruling that says you can proselytize at work. |
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Heri: "It is interesting that the right wingers have a big problem with ..." Elvis: "Who exactly are these people, Heri? Do you mean all whom consider themselves "right wing"? Or are you saying that all people whom you personally consider "right wing" feel this way?" JIN: "Elvis, you do know that the official platform of the Republican party is against gay marriage, right? So, I don't understand why you are asking this question." Because "right wing" and "Republican" are not interchangeable terms? |
OK, that's true. Republican is "to the right", but there are different degrees of how right one is. Dems are "to the left" to differing degrees. But, my point is that the platform of the current Republican party is against gay marriage. So, saying "the right wing" is against gay marriage seems to be an accurate statement, no? |
- Posted by brushworks Zone5-Ohio (My Page) on Mon, May 21, 12 at 13:53
All the black folks who don't approve of gay marriage are right wing Republicans and hate Obama? Huh? |
No, there are liberal folks that do not support gay marriage. Not all non-supporters are right wing, or Republican or an Obama-hater (or some combination). |
JIN: "So, saying "the right wing" is against gay marriage seems to be an accurate statement, no?" No. |
How many black Americans are posting on this thread ? ...just wondering :) |
JIN: "So, saying "the right wing" is against gay marriage seems to be an accurate statement, no?" No. How about -- The Republican party is against gay marriage. |
Well, the platform says that, right? |
- Posted by citywoman2012 none (My Page) on Mon, May 21, 12 at 16:16
Republican on the right side of politics and a Christian. Believe in ALL rights for gays. I am not a judge. Would never overstep my ego by telling another adult who to love or marry. Hope I live to see this a non-issue. But, here is another but....I respect the right for other people to disagree with me if they are basing their belief on moral beliefs. I am aware of Mitt Romney's stance on this issue. I got off topic.....African-Americans flip-flopping with Obama. |
I will vote for him because when he is elected President he is going to be too busy with the economy Reminds me of the 2010 elections. Republicans said they were going to be all about the economy. And yet they have taken up most of their time with bills that infringe on the rights of others. Nah, republicans are never too busy to take care of legislating their morals. |
- Posted by brushworks Zone5-Ohio (My Page) on Mon, May 21, 12 at 18:52
Mom, If there was one, and he or she spoke with commitment against gay marriage, what do you think would happen? a. he or she would win friends? |
I don't know Brush, but seems like all the white folk here have taken it upon themselves to speak for black Americans. I find it amusing. |
So do I--I've wondered about that a lot. Maybe someone should take on a new identity and post here as the token black. That would be interesting. |
Mom, If there was one, and he or she spoke with commitment against gay marriage, what do you think would happen? a. he or she would win friends? Bill has spoken against gay Marriage with commitment I respect Bill. |
Maybe someone should take on a new identity and post here as the token black. There are black people that post here, they just don't always declare their race. |
"I don't know Brush, but seems like all the white folk here have taken it upon themselves to speak for black Americans. I find it amusing." WOW we have segregated topics now? Or is it reading comprehension or a presumptuous assumption? Droll, amusement thats sad! |
Joe have no idea where you are going with the above statement, but frankly I would have a problem with any male stating "what women think" the same way I would have a problem with anyone stating "what my gay black daughters" think and feel. Maybe "my" reading comprehension needs improvement .. shrug |
....I find it "amusing" when males speak for women. |
I find it racist to devalue in any way any input on a national topic & the amused presumption that the reponders are WHITE. I find it racist to ask the race of posters as a qualification to even discuss the topic! |
love that 1st Amendment :) |
Yes so do i :) |
- Posted by circuspeanut 5 (My Page) on Tue, May 22, 12 at 9:57
Maybe someone should take on a new identity and post here as the token black. That would be interesting. This is loathsome. Many people of color post here -- most don't feel the need to wear it on their sleeve just to satisfy your desire to exoticize them. |
Now even comic book gay characters (who knew they had them?) are getting MARRIED! Is it the Obama effect? |
Here is a link that might be useful: Xmen get married to each other
Oh good..... after all these year of waiting I hope that little gay teletubby can find somone. They can exhume Jerrry Fallwell to perform the service. |
What a disgusting little turd Falwell was. |
- Posted by maggie2094 (My Page) on Wed, May 23, 12 at 6:57
We are talking about national organizations and clear policy platforms. They speak for themselves. All I can think of the last few months reading this board, is how far we are from a "post racial" America...it is truly stunning the remarks being thrown about. The universe bends towards justice. |
Well His University carries on his work & Mittens gave his counter equality speech there but he doesn't want to talk about that. |
So, if a person is bi-racial, do they get to speak for both or either side? How does that work, exactly? As far as I'm concerned, I speak only for myself... and sometimes for my husband, who tells me how he feels. The Universe may bend toward justice, but I have my doubts about some segments of the human species that make up a small part of this Universe. Where ever human rights are concerned, it sure seems like there are plenty of people waiting for a chance to stomp on them, whether through their own fears or ignorance, or because of whatever benefits it carries for them. It is my opinion that some folks forget that homosexuality has been part of human civilization since its beginnings, is also a part of our animal kingdom, and while some societies have accepted and embraced this part of our civilization as normalcy, others have shunned it for whatever prejudicial reasons, forcing people to hide their true selves. I, personally, find it abhorrent that the human species so divides itself because of the unknown, or because of its fears, or because of words issued by others... words that have no real basis for such divisions. Someone I know posted something rather humorous elsewhere... it was a photo of a person getting a tattoo of the Leviticus verses that prohibit homosexuality... the humorous part being, the person fails to realize that the same verses also go on to prohibit tattoos, among other things... and tattooing is also quite an ancient part of civilization. Not only did I find it humorous, I also found it to be the epitome of homophobia... which would be newer to our civilization... |
I am a black American and oppose same sex marrying.Obama can change the constitute ion but he can't change God's word. |
And that is the beauty of being in America. We can all have different opinions! For, against - whatever. Thanks, goldy, for chiming in. People are not always in lock step with each other - whether it be according to their political party, their race, their age or their gender. |
The Rev. Otis Moss, an affiliate of Martin Luther King, Jr., and senior pastor at Trinity United Church of Christ (Jeremiah Wright was the pastor there) wrote an open letter to his black brothers (pastors) about this matter which is powerful. I'm linking to it below. My response to those who are against marriage equality is the same one to those who are anti-abortion. If you believe it is wrong and against God's will, don't do it. But, there are a lot of us who believe differently so your beliefs should not be enshrined in the laws governing all of us. |
Here is a link that might be useful: It's Rights - Not Rites
- Posted by maddie_athome (My Page) on Wed, May 23, 12 at 16:37
Don't want gay marriage? Don't get one - problem solved. It does make one wonder, however, what is it with some people's obsession with other people's (sex)life? And what makes them think they get to legislate it? Outlaw donuts for everyone just because they are on a diet? Awesome letter thanks for posting it, Dockside! |
I just don't get it either, Maddie. Why does anyone care? For a party who wants government out of their lives, they sure want to be in everyone's bedroom and OB's office. |
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What influence does culture have on a student's school success?
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For some people, the word "culture" evokes thoughts of special holidays, certain kinds of music or literature, styles of dress, and ethnic foods. But culture is more than that: Culture is also a way of describing the combination of the various groups to which one belongs—racial, ethnic, religious, and social, among others. To be part of a culture generally entails sharing a variety of customs, attitudes, practices, values, educational expectations, and ways of relating to others. And, though many cultures share particular attributes and values, it is important to remember that major differences exist between and within them.
Even our most basic personal interactions are subject to cultural influences. For example, think back to the last time you were introduced to someone. Many people believe that the "correct" way to greet a new acquaintance is to shake his or her hand with a firm clasp while making eye contact. When we encounter someone who greets us in an unfamiliar fashion, however, we might conclude that the individual is unprofessional or is acting in an inappropriate manner. This is often not the case; there are, in fact, many "correct" ways to offer greetings, and these vary widely by culture. In some cultures, it is considered proper to shake a person's hand while simultaneously patting his or her arm. Others believe that when one shakes a woman's hand, her fingers should be grasped gently; a full-handed clasp is deemed impolite. In still other cultures, people greet one another with bows.
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CALHOUN, Ga.–Surya has surpassed 100,000 "likes" on its Facebook page, where it shares the latest home decor trends and Surya's latest product offerings with interior designers, design enthusiasts and consumers. Surya has been an active participant in multiple social media platforms, including Facebook, Pinterest, Houzz, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn, and regularly updates its social media sites to deliver inspiring, engaging and relevant content.
"Today, more than ever, brands must listen to and interact with end consumers," said Satya Tiwari, president, Surya. "We have built a dynamic social media community across all of our social media sites where our customers—and their customers—can engage in online discussions, view curated content, participate in product giveaways and share design projects and store promotions with the Surya online community. In turn, we receive valuable feedback about our product offerings while also fostering increased brand awareness and customer loyalty."
At High Point Market, Surya will host a panel of industry thought leaders to discuss the evolving role of social media in the home decor and interior design. Called "Social Media Success in the Home Decor Industry," it is open to all attendees and will be held at Showplace 4100 on Sunday, Oct. 20 at 4 p.m. Panel members include: Maxwell Ryan, founder of Apartment Therapy and author of "Big Book of Small, Cool Spaces;" Jason Harris, founder of The Design Network and executive vice president at Furnitureland South; Lisa Ferguson, founder of Decor Mentor; and Gretchen Aubuchon, founder of Fashion + Decor.
"Surya not only has 'shown up' for social media but, as a clear early adopter and leading brand, also deeply understands the importance of social media in today's fast moving business environment," said Ferguson of Decor Mentor, an educational collaborative community for interior design professionals and consumers. "Surya is a role model in promoting active engagement among its fans and offers real value to the market via its strong social media presence."


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Smith Knowledge OTG Turbo Fan Goggle
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I purchased the Knowledge OTG to try out after sending back a Smith IOX Elite Turbofan for repair.
The Knowledge is a decent OTG fan goggle and will keep the fog off but the fan noise is noticeable, the lens is not near the quality of the IOX (or Phenom or Prophecy as I understand) and lens choice is limited if you want to swap or buy additional lenses.
If you are looking for a standard OTG goggle that will help keep your glasses fog free - the Knowledge should do the trick. And hopefully you can find it at a deep discount. But for the same price at retail, the IOX without the fan might work just as well, and is hands down a better goggle.
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Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week kicks off in New York City today — the first of the worldwide Fashion Weeks followed by London, Milan, and Paris. Fashion is big business in New York City and last year Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg revealed that Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week had an economic impact of $865 million on the city. With more than 500 fashion shows and more than 230,000 attendees, New Yorkers are ready for a fashion frenzy, along with a few traffic jams.
A fashion designer who's been featured in the media recently is now in the news about a trademark issue. Jason Wu, the designer of First Lady Michelle Obama's inaugural ball dresses both this year and back in 2009, has been denied a trademark for his "Miss Wu" clothing line in his native Taiwan.
Wu, whose family emigrated from Taiwan to Canada when he was a child, has already registered the Miss Wu brand in the U.S. and several European Union countries. He has also applied for trademarks for his haute couture and accessories lines. But, a Taiwanese court recently rejected his Miss Wu registration on the grounds that the name was too generic; "Wu" is a fairly common surname in Taiwan. The court ruled "Miss Wu is just a title and cannot be exclusively associated with Jason Wu." In addition, Focus Taiwan reported that "IPO Director-General Wang Mei-hua said the bureau rejected the "MISS WU" trademark registration, for its inherent distinctiveness, acquired distinctiveness or convincing figures to prove its brand awareness."
If you're interested in following who's hot in the fashion world, check out Blouin Artinfo's "5 Emerging Designers to Watch at New York Fashion Week." And if you prefer history to future trends, you can take a walk down memory lane and view the inaugural gowns of America's First Ladies by visiting the National Museum of American History exhibit online.
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By DIANE
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Bought this when it was 2 for $30.00. I have been using this for almost 3 months and have not seen or felt any difference. You are a very good sales woman Elizabeth. Too bad this product doesn't deliver. Would not buy it again. I have other EG products and have no complaints with them.
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By Maxie42
from Swift Current, Sk.
I can't believe I am giving an EG product 3stars. For some strange reason I don't notice a difference using this. It feels smooth on my skin but does not seem to help the wrinkles. Sorry.
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By YVETTE
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I have been using this product since Elizabeth first introduced it. I would not be without it now. I have good skin for my age but it is even better since using this and I find that my pores are reduced and my skin is more lifted especially around the jaw line and neck.
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By Marianne
from ALLISTON
I got this in the latest showstopper. Glad I bought two, Not only do I have enough product for a year I see a visible difference already. The tightening is shrinking my poors thus my makeup looks better on. I love this and the slip on it is thick but not tacky. A little goes a long way. You gals hit this one right out of the park.
It works! Love it!
By Laura
from Ontario
I've got this serum with the last Showstopper in January, but tried it only recently. I've noticed the difference from the first couple of days of use. My skin fills firmer especially under my chin and on the jaw line. Plus pores seem to get smaller. I like what I see in the mirror now more than ever before, and I use EG products for 13 years. This is a great one.
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By jan
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I bought the showstopper when she was here and this was one of the products in it...What a differene it made in my skin! I found a huge difference in the depth of my fine lines...skin is clearer and smoother...& I'm in my 50's...but don't look it! Used along with the the other serums, its a win win.Please Elizabeth, never stop making this....
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By Merridae
from Middle Sackville, Nova Scotia
I received this firming serum in the last Showstopper and have been using it for at least a month. My skin feels and looks firmer and I have noticed that some lines were beginning to show a bit on the side of my forehead and they are now gone. This is an excellent product and unlike the previous reviewer, I cannot detect any scent at all let alone a bad one. Thank you Elizabeth for another great product!
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Ordered this first week January, when it was offered, along with the purse etc. early. This does work and have noticed a difference especially just under my chin, and cheeks are fimer.
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By JENNIFER
I have been using Elizabeths products for 10 years and love them. However, not this one. I saw no difference whatsoever after using it for over 3 weeks. I had breakouts which I normally do not get and it smells bad. It has a woody smell that is not appealing at all. I will continue to use EG products just not this one.


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Set in the garden of Virginia Woolf's country retreat, Monk's House, this pretty studio, makes the ideal base from which to explore Bloomsbury in Sussex. Located in the heart of the beautiful South Downs National Park, the studio is one large sunlit sitting room / bedroom with fabulous views into the garden and to the church beyond. A literary bolthole!
The cottage's layout
- Ground floor
- small kitchen, sitting room / double bedroom, bathroom with shower over bath.
Visitor notes
oil fired central heating. The property is accessed via steps from the garden. Paths throughout the garden are uneven and may be slippery. No private garden but use of Monk's House garden. Parking is in the National Trust Garden located approxiamtely 100 metres from the house.
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- Bedrooms
- 1
- Let starts
- Friday
- Min stay
- 3
- Dogs allowed
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- Pub nearby
- Coast nearby
- Single storey
- Garden appeal
- Unique
- Television
- Double bed
- Microwave
- Radio
- WiFi
Things to see and do nearby
- South East England
The dense population of the south-east of England may not make it the obvious choice for a holiday destination, but that's to under-estimate or overlook many of its hidden charms. The Isle of Wight may well be the most obvious holiday destination in the area and the short ferry crossing really does take you to a unique holiday destination. Further east, the scenery is varied yet distinctive with the South Downs rolling down to the cliffs at Beachy Head, the sparsely wooded heathland of the Ashdown Forest and the intricate landscapes of the Weald. Closer to London are some gems which equally deserve a weekend away or longer holiday, including the majestic Thames Valley with its magnificent historic houses and beautiful varied countryside, offering some of the most beautiful scenery in Southern England. Kent, meanwhile, deserves its title of the Garden of England and the National Trust protects some of the best stretches of countryside and many fine houses and outstanding gardens. Apart from houses such as Bateman's, much-loved family home of Rudyard Kipling, the enchanting Bodiam Castle, Petworth House and Park with its sumptuous interiors and rolling parkland, Polesden Lacey on the North Downs and Chartwell, family home of Sir Winston Churchill, the Trust also owns several glorious gardens including Nymans Garden, Sheffield Park Garden and Sissinghurst Castle Garden.
- South Downs
The South Downs, having recently acquired status as a National Park roll across the southern coast f England from the historic city of Winchester in the west down to the cliffs at Beachy Head in the east. National Trust places to visit in this area abound, including Petworth House and Park, with its sumptuous interiors and rolling parkland and Uppark House and Gardens, now restored to its former glory after a major fire in 1989, while nearby are Polesden Lacey on the North Downs and Chartwell, the family home of Sir Winston Churchill. Other attractions in the area include the Cathedral city of Chicester, the historic dockyard at Portsmouth, Goodwood, the home of both horse and motor racing and the seaside resort of Brighton. The South Downs themselves offer wonderful walking and cycling opportunities, all with stunning views of the coastline.
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- Bird watching
- Cycling
- Horse riding
- Walking
National Trust places to visit
- Monk's House
- Country retreat of the novelist Virginia Woolf
- Alfriston Clergy House
- Medieval thatched cottage and picturesque garden
- Montacute House
- Magnificent Elizabethan Ham-stone house, incorporating National Portrait Gallery exhibition, garden and park
- Sheffield Park and Garden
- Internationally renowned landscape garden and parkland
- Wakehurst Place
- Outstanding botanical garden with world's largest seed conservation project
- Nymans
- Outstanding 20th-century garden, set around a romantic house and ruins, in beautiful woodland
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Caroline McElwee
- April 2013
- London
A Delightful Place To Rest Your Head!
Whether you are a Virginia Woolf and Bloomsbury fan, a walker, or a National Trust aficionado, the Garden Studio at Monks House is a delightful place to rest your head. As a fan of Virginia Woolf I wanted to hear the soundtrack to their lives there, and little will have changed in that regard. The birds are your main air pollution, and what a delightful din.
The Van Rompaey Family
- January 2013
- Antwerpen
To be able to stay there during a week was magical
The past 20 years we walked on the Downs and visited Charleston Farmhouse and Monk's House almost yearly. To be able to stay there during a week was magical. Perfect location, beautiful decoration, magical "Bloomsbury spirit". We really enjoyed our stay in Monk's House garden studio.
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- Posted by Ginger_St_Thomas (My Page) on Sun, Apr 4, 04 at 19:11
Mine says "Vac 800." Got it a short time ago & I think it's the same one on the infomercial. So far, I love it. I got rid of my microwave & love that I can "boil in the bag" which I think with most things it tastes just like freshly made, especially for things like pot roasts. I also sealed up the whole wheat flour that was taking up too much room in my freezer & that I don't use very often. I got mine on eBay - new. I think I paid $119.00. |
- Posted by Ginger_St_Thomas (My Page) on Sun, Apr 4, 04 at 19:14
Here's the website. I also got it so I could keep meat longer in the freezer without freezer burn. |
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- Posted by Ginger_St_Thomas (My Page) on Mon, Apr 5, 04 at 6:49
You put a piece of paper towel on top of the flour otherwise the vacuum would suck up the flour. It's really going to be a boon for hurricane season here since I can buy ahead if we get a bad storm. We have a massive generator so I don't have to worry about being without power for 3 months like during the last one. I don't have the canisters but think I'll get some of those to vacuum seal things too which will cut down on having to rely completely on bags. You might be able to get better prices at places like Costco which we don't have here but ebay is a good source too. I'll have to check to see if they sell the canisters there. |
I have several of the canisters and like them. I also got the attachments to seal mason jars, both wide mouth and standard. It's a lot cheaper than buying canisters for everything or even bags. You just use the regular canning lids. I use them for things like coffee, rice, corn meal, etc. And you can even reuse the lids if you pop them off with a knife and not bend them. |
- Posted by Ginger_St_Thomas (My Page) on Fri, Apr 9, 04 at 18:44
The problem here with regular canning lids is they rust in no time. Do they make any that don't rust? That would definitely be cheaper. |
Gee, I don't know. I use Kerr and Ball and haven't had a rust problem. But not near as humid here I'm sure. If you do decide to try them, it helps to put them in boiling water for a few minutes just as if you were going to use them for canning. It makes the rubber more pliable. Dry well before using of course. It sooo ticks me off when they don't seal the first time around and doing this definately helps. |
- Posted by Ginger_St_Thomas (My Page) on Sat, Apr 10, 04 at 7:15
Will do. Thanks for the tip. |
Kathi what model do you have? There are numerous models of food saver and I understand from a post last year that some work better than others. I would love to find out which ones each of you are using. |
Mine is Tilla Compact Foodsaver, have had it for probably nearly 15 years. I use it mainly for freezing. Last week bought a whole beef tenderloin at Sams, I sliced it, put marinade on it and sealed in packages of 2 and 4. When the kids were at home I would buy blocks of cheese and divide and seal it and would keep for a long time. In the summer sometimes I use it to put up corn and okra. One of those things that I don't use weekly, but love it when I need it and never had any problems with it. |
Loralee, I have the Vac 500. I got it several years ago, and it came with the wide mouth jar lid attachment and a canister. I like the flexibility of using the canisters and jars as well as bags. |
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A recent ad for unusual, out-of-print books lists several science fiction classics, including a 1958 novel, "A Planet for Texans" by H. Beam Piper. Set in the late-21st century, it describes life on a distant planet to which the entire population of Texas has moved in order to escape the rest of us and live free from the nuisance of outsiders. Ranchers on New Texas herd 15-ton steers with tanks and supersonic aircraft. Everyone carries a gun and it's legal to shoot meddlesome politicians.
Since I come from people who believed interplanetary migration was inevitable, and indeed accords with divine intentions for humankind, it occurs to me that a separate planet for Texans may be an idea whose time has come.
The adults among whom I grew up read the Bible's creation stories as history, something like transcripts of what one could have caught with a video camera were digital technology available in the Garden of Eden.
This interpretation raised numerous questions. We children wondered, for example, where all the people and animals, bidden as they were to be fruitful and multiply, would have eventually fit had not the two-legged critters stolen the forbidden fruit and brought death into the world. Except for mortality, life on Earth would have become an overcrowded nightmare.
Soon enough, our elders explained, we would have found our way to other planets the creator scattered throughout the universe, all capable of sustaining human life. While it didn't sound thoroughly biblical somehow, that response temporarily satisfied us, although the thought of those extra worlds going to waste seemed a shame.
Given the troubles among us today, perhaps we should resurrect this vision of human destiny. I therefore declare that we have long enough ignored this valuable, divinely provided resource. The time has come to let the Texans leave. They never liked it here anyway.
Once they've gone, other groups will surely follow. Recent opinion pieces in this paper suggest that Fireworks People might better thrive on their own planet. There, year-round and 24/7 (or however long days and weeks might be in another solar system), unimpeded by restrictions of any sort, the relentless din, acrid smell and rattling concussions of an endless D-Day could soothe and entertain a populace that loathes peace and quiet.
Until they go deaf amid this cacophonous bliss, young drivers who make the earth quiver and rattle the windows of whole neighborhoods with 1,000-watt subwoofers in their automobiles might find a home on the same boom-philiac planet.
There would be assorted red planets and blue planets, of course, and perhaps a dedicated tea party planet that would feature no taxes, no government and inhabitants who pledge themselves to life-long self-sufficiency.
Religious convictions could determine residency on some planets, and those who need the whole world to believe and behave as they do could have precisely that. If sorting ourselves by political and religious criteria doesn't exhaust the supply of planets, we could have single-language planets, ethnically pure planets, maybe even exclusive cat- and dog-loving planets. Hopefully, at least one planet would ban reality TV.
Some say men hail from Mars and women from Venus, which suggests we've already tried this separate-planet system and found it wanting. Some differences make life possible. Others render it tolerable, even enrich it.
In any case, we'll still share a single planet come Fourth of July 2012. Lovers of calm and quiet have barely a month to order some airport baggage-handlers' ear protection gear, memorize the Serenity Prayer, and find a basement in which to hide for the day — hopefully one not too full of cat hair.


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Study: 83% of Retail Execs Say Supply Chain Not Optimized
A new study from PwC, commissioned by JDA Software, found that while 83% of retail executives surveyed reported that their supply chains were not optimized to support the new omnichannel world, only one-third considered the omnichannel dynamic to be an external …
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Walmart to Open New Ecommerce Distribution Center in Indiana
Walmart plans to open a 1.2 million square foot distribution center in Plainfield, Ind. by 2015 that will employ 300 workers. The center will be able to distribute goods to more than 160 million people in two days or less.
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By the time this post is published, there will be many blogs floating around the SEO blogosphere on this subject; however this is an area that is close to my heart when I think about what specific SEO areas I am passionate about.
In case you haven't heard, Interflora.co.uk – one of the UK's best-known florist brands – has suffered a Google Penalty. How bad is this?! Well, at the time of writing, the brand does not even rank for its own brand name in Google organic SERPs… Google has obviously decided that Interflora has been up to something pretty bad for that to happen.
Looking for the source of the Penalty
Lots of SEO folk have already speculated that this is down to a black-hat approach to link building, wherein it has been acquiring back-links in ways which do not comply with Google Webmasters Guidelines. Over the weekend it would seem Google has re-iterated its stance on paid-links here
We have blogged here before about link acquisition strategies and also on Google Penalties, so I won't drill into that again – in fact, there is a great post by Martin Macdonald on the subject of Interflora's links. It would seem that Interflora has not complied with Google Webmasters Guidelines with respect to links, what I want to look at here is other aspects of their SEO strategy that seems shady.
My first port of call was to see what its site looked like to Google. This meant attempting to crawl the site to see what the structure looked like. We like using the ScreamingFrog tool for this here at Vertical Leap. Upon running our little amphibian SEO tool, it actually crashed on the first attempt. This normally happens when the site is too big or has some other issue, like a spider trap. I ran my crawl again and paused it after about 10 minutes, after collating a good chunk of data to look at.
On Page Issues
At first glance, I could see potential issues. Many URLs looked very similar and many Page Titles were also very similar. Upon further investigation, I can see that the company has decided the best course of action is to set up a page for almost every town in the UK! That in itself is not necessarily a bad thing, but without doing the hard graft and building quality content to support these individual pages, you are left with many, many pages that are almost identical. Pretty much the only content that changes above-the-fold is the H1 Tag, the Breadcrumb Trail and Map (embedded). At the foot of the page, Interflora provides provide a few (depending on location) references to local florists and then a small passage of copy that looks like cookie cutter text.
I can see from a site search for 'site:interflora.co.uk' in Google, Interflora is still fully indexed, but just not ranking. Google has 38,800 pages indexed – does that sound normal for an online florist? Here are a couple of URLs to pages that seem to offer little in terms of value to the user…
So, before we even think about off-site SEO tactics, I think the on-site SEO is pretty weak. Interflora's local SEO strategy has been to simply roll out a load of pages to cover almost every town across the UK, before adding some weak content in a bid to satisfy the search engines. No thought at all has been given to what would be useful to the user and I think if the site has or has not been found to have been playing around with shady link building tactics, it would have soon fallen foul of the Google Panda Algorithm – which focuses on the quality of a site and its pages.
Tackling one issue at a time
I have just detailed one issue here (admittedly it is pretty big)… but that is not all I found. I have found numerous pages with shocking Page Title usage. They contain short, missing or duplicated instances found, as well as missing and duplicated Meta Descriptions. Widespread usage of Meta Keywords (not a ranking factor these days) but why are they there at all? There were missing H1 Tags, too… Really, I could go on forever.
My strategy here at Vertical Leap has always been to get on-site aspects right first, then explore link building opportunities and other areas – such as social and content marketing. We may never find out what happened here, but from the outside, it looks like a case of misguided and/or stretched internal SEO resources not being able to tame the 38,000-page Interflora beast. At worst, it could be that old-fashioned and potentially black-hat SEO strategies have been deployed.
Here at Vertical Leap, we are lucky to have a knowledge-sharing culture. We also have a system of accountability and visibility in place with not only our customers, but amongst other team members. We are given a number of days off per year to train on our specific areas of interest, too, which helps keep our SEO knowledge current. In fact, next week I have organised a link building summit for my team here for us to come together, to think about where we need to be taking our work forward in 2013 and – most importantly – how to keep the Big G happy!


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He was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga and Cleveland areas.
He retired from Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 43, having been a member since 1975.
He attended First Baptist Church of Cleveland. He was an avid motorcycle rider and outdoor enthusiast who enjoyed RVing and walking.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Glenda Braden Sullins, the mother of his daughter, Jacqueline Sullins Helton (David) and his stepchildren: Regina Braden Dobbs and Gene Braden. These children have presented him with grandchildren: Michael Moyer, Ashley Moyer, Cody (Krystal) Dobbs, Lucas Dobbs, Shelby Dobbs, and Kayla Braden.
He is also survived by five great-grandchildren and numerous extended family members and friends, especially his "motorcycle buddies."
He is also survived by two sisters: Wanda Sullins Patterson (Donnie) and Tina Sullins Hixson.
On July 30, 1988, Jack and Margaret Lea Prichard were married and began their life's journey together. During their 25 years of marriage, Jack and Margaret lived their life together to its fullest. His stepson, Col. Curt B. Prichard, and wife Gigi have presented "Poppy" with four grandchildren: Anna, Andrew, Abigail, and Addison. He is also survived by two brothers-in-law: John Lea and Virgil Lea; and one sister-in-law, Carolyn Lea.
A celebration of his life will be held for family and friends from 2 to 5 p.m. today, July 21, 2013, at Ralph Buckner Funeral Home.
Inurnment will follow at a private graveside service for family at the Greenwood Cemetery in Chattanooga.
In lieu of flowers, please make all memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society, First Baptist of Cleveland building fund, or a charity of your choice.


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News createt: 03-02-2011
American Eagle Jumpsuit and more on display in Washington, DC
Produced in collaboration with Elvis Presley Enterprises Inc., the exhibit includes a number of rare objects from the vaults of Graceland that have never been publicly displayed. These items include private telegrams, letters and documents that chronicle Presley's rise as a music and media sensation.
Exhibit Highlights:
- A Newseum-produced video featuring vintage footage of Presley, shown on the 90-foot-long wall in the Robert H. and Clarice Smith Big Screen Theater
- Rare photographs, original newspapers and magazines covering Presley's career
- Presley's iconic 1957 Harley-Davidson motorcycle
- The "American Eagle" jumpsuit and cape Presley wore during rehearsals for his 1973 "Aloha From Hawaii" concert
- The gold and diamond belt presented to Presley in 1969 for breaking Las Vegas attendance records
During the month of February, grab someone special and take advantage of a two-for-one discount on museum admission. Buy one general admission ticket and get a second ticket, of equal or lesser value, free.
The Newseum
555 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20001
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New Low Cost Airline To Offer Cheap Flights To Malta
The announcement was made after Norwegian AS — one of Europe's leading low-cost airlines — successfully concluded negotiations with Malta International Airport (MIA) and the Malta Tourism Authority (MTA), opening the doors for Norwegian AS to operate the route offering cheap flights to Malta.
Norwegian Air Shuttle will operate two flights to Malta a week, every Tuesday and Saturday, and is expected to move tourism to Malta in Norway, providing the Mediterranean island with a new influx in tourism. Joining the likes of Ryanair, who have been operating direct routes to Malta for over a year with relative success.
The addition of yet another low cost airline is expected to further boost tourist numbers visiting Malta and Norwegian Air Shuttle opens a window of opportunity to attract more Scandinavian tourists to visit the Maltese islands. Malta's economy heavily depends on tourism and the introduction of low cost airlines to offer cheap flights to Malta is seen as a positive move by the authorities who had been protective of national airline Air Malta.
Norwegian AS commenced operations in September 2002 with four domestic routes and six B737-300 aircraft but has grown considerably since then and nowadays has 31 aircrafts and an additional 53 new B737-800′s on order from early next year. The low-cost airline offers a flight network of 128 routes to 76 destinations from Norway, Sweden and Poland.
"We are very proud to include Malta in our already extensive European network" said Daniel Skjeldam, Chief Commercial Officer of Norwegian AS.
"Malta has always been a favourite destination for Scandinavians and we realised that there is a great demand, judging from the numerous enquiries we receive from our customers. We believe that with low prices and a direct flight, it will be a success". Mr Skjeldam added.
He went on to say that the airline is collaborating with the MTA and MIA to promote the route in Norway, offering cheap flights to Malta, and he expressed his appreciation for the support that both entities have shown throughout.
New Target For Malta Holidays
The Malta holiday industry has received the latest target set by the island's tourism authority with more than a little sceptism after an announcement that a target of a million and half visitors a year to the island could be achieved in three years time.
The Malta Tourist Authority has consistently set targets in the past that have failed to be met, and early signs for this year indicate a stagnation if not a dip in tourists visiting Malta.
Part of a new plan to increase tourism in Malta is to include promoting the neighbouring and quieter island of Gozo as a holiday destination and to increase accessibility to Malta.
Commenting on the new targets, one independent Malta's travel guide say that there is nothing new or innovative in the tourist authority's plans that would make an increase in tourism likely to happen in itself.
'Unfortunately the Malta Tourist Authority to us sometimes resembles a planning office in the old Soviet bureauracy. Good at producing statistics, excellent at identify problems and what the future needs, but failing miserably to deliver anything like the targets they set.
We feel that it is the private rather than the public sector that is more likely to increase tourist numbers to Malta, as they have a direct interest in seeing their plans work, while the tourist authority bureaucrats will still be drawing their salaries and annual leave whether or not the targets they set are met.'
Malta Holidays
One example the travel guide gives for poor Malta tourist figures is the delay in the introduction of low cost airlines to Malta and the possibility from that of an increase in tourist numbers.
With official figures showing worrying signs that the number of tourists for 2006 visiting Malta could be similar, or perhaps even down from 2005, the opportunity for the island to have low cost flights operating from the UK appears to have slipped by for the all important summer season.
The island's official airline, Air Malta, reported a drop of over two per cent in the number of passengers it carried in the year from March 2005 to March 2006.
The good news for hotels in Malta and others involved in Malta's tourist trade is that at least one of the low cost airlines will start operating from the UK and perhaps other parts of Europe next year from the UK which should boost visitor numbers.
'With the holiday market vital to the Malta economy,' comment the guide, 'potentially millions in lost revenue will be lost this year because of delays in agreeing to allow the low cost airlines to fly into Malta. In today's world Malta has to compete with new destinations in Europe as well as Spain and her islands. Cheap Malta flights aren't in themselves enough to sustain tourism at reasonable levels anymore, although this will be welcome, but the trick of sustained tourism is to have repeat business, and unless Malta attracts new first time visitors then repeat business is an impossibility'.
Holidays in Malta and the related tourist sector are a major source of employment in Malta, and with unemployment running at over 8 per cent any fall in tourists could spell long term damage to the island's economy.
Malta Holidays – Rumours Hit Tourist Island
Holidays in Malta could be off the list of destinations offered by major tour operators from next summer, according to press reports.
While nothing has been confirmed yet, it has been reported that at least one of the tour operators is seriously considering withdrawing Malta as one of their destinations, and the fear among Malta hotel owners and those in the holiday industry is that once one holiday company pulls the plug on the island, others will follow, relegating Malta from a mainstream holiday island offered by major travel agents to smaller specialist companies.
But First Choice Holidays, winner of the 'Holiday Company of the Year' travel award in 2002, 2003 and 2004 and one of the UK's best known holiday companies have told one independent Malta travel guide that despite being named in the Malta press as the company most likely to do so they have never said they were pulling out of the Malta holiday market, but did admit that the Malta market was 'increasingly difficult' to sale.
Malta has been struggling for some years to adapt to the modern traveller, but government figures released for March showed a year on year drop in tourists of nearly 10 per cent, and most worrying of all was that the number of tourists arriving from the UK, Malta's main market, fell by over 13 per cent, and visitors from Italy, a market the Tourist Office had been trying to cultivate also fell.
Holidays in Malta and the related tourist sector are a major source of employment in Malta, and with unemployment running at over 8 per cent any fall in tourists could spell long term damage to the island's economy.
Another sector of the economy that could suffer with the Malta holidays market is real estate.
Property in Malta has risen in price in recent years, and 2004 saw Malta achieving the highest increase among the EU countries, with speculators buying property in Malta in the hope that joining the EU would see Malta real estate increase in value in the short and medium term.
Tribune Properties, who specialise in Malta Real Estate, view the potential downgrading of holidays in Malta as a double edged sword.
Managing Director Michael Johnson says that many Malta property buyers do so after visiting the island on holiday, and liking it so much they want to move to the island full time, while others who normally stay in hotels in Malta want to buy a property they can buy for their own and family holidays in Malta, and see buying a property in Malta as an investment for the future that they can enjoy too.
With less people taking holidays in Malta, the number of potential buyers will fall too.
Silver Lining
While Malta hotels and the tourist industry in Malta wait anxiously for news, the withdrawal of major tour operators from the island might not be all bad news.
There has been some discontent on the island about the rising prices of property in Malta, and with less overseas buyers the possibility of prices falling and more islanders being able to get on the property ladder could be welcome news.
In addition to lower property prices, YourMalta feel that projections of a collapse in the island's holiday market if tour operators did withdraw could be exaggerated.
'While the loss of the tour operators bringing tourists to the island is significant, in time the island will be less reliant on their business as more and more people make independent travel plans through the internet, and book their flights and hotels in Malta independently of traditional holiday companies.
Malta tends to attract the older tourist, so it might take longer than somewhere like Ibiza for example which attracts a younger visitor who as a group are more internet friendly', states Managing Director Roger Munns, 'but in time when the internet is seen as the primary source of booking a holiday across the age range, Malta will stand as much chance as anywhere of attracting tourists.
There has been speculation for some time now that low cost airlines are going to start offering flights to Malta, and this will help the Malta hotels and holiday market as more people consider three and four day breaks instead of the traditional week or fortnight, boosting the overall number of visitors, especially if Air Malta and the low cost airlines bring the cost of Malta flights to levels seen for the Spanish islands.
With an ineffective promotions board there is plenty of hope still for the holiday market in Malta, despite and not because of the Malta Tourist Authority, who are failing to promote Malta in the UK in any meaningful way.
Low Cost Boost For Malta Holidays
News that the Malta tourist industry has been waiting for so long for has finally been confirmed – low cost flights to the island have been granted approval and are already flying to the Mediterranean island.
Visitor numbers to the Mediterranean holiday island have been in decline this year, and culmilated in rumours that a UK tour operator was considering pulling Malta out of its brochures for next year, which would sharply accelerate the decline from a destination competing with Spain and her islands for tourists to a much smaller niche market player.
Hotel and resort owners have seen the Maltese government drag the negotiations out with the low cost airlines for some time, with delays in agreements losing Malta the potential of having extra tourists for this summer season.
'It's been painful to watch', comment local travel guide YourMalta.com , 'The impression the government have given is that they were quite happy to protect part of Malta's industry – the flag carrier Air Malta – at the expense of the overall travel trade. As a result the number of visitors this year has already shown a drop. If they had acted quicker this last summer season could have been much better for the Malta holidays and hotel industry'.
Statements from Ryanair, the first low cost carrier to be flying to Malta, seem to back up the claims by YourMalta as they say they were at one stage taking a booking a minute for their new Malta route.
'If the Malta government had got the agreement in place six months ago, the tourist industry would be in a much better position today, after a good summer', add YourMalta.
Some of the anticipation of an increase in hotel and holiday bookings for Malta has been tempered recently after a survey in the UK – Malta's largest market – showed that package holidays in 2007 would be more expensive than comparable holidays in Spain and her islands.
Malta Property
'There is a possibility', comment YourMalta, 'That the introduction of the low cost airlines flying to Malta will merely delay the long term decline of the island's tourist industry. Unless money is spent on the infrastructure and improving the environment for the tourists generally there is a danger that a lot of visitors will be one-off. If there's a lesson to be learned in Malta that the government and her agencies have failed to grasp it is that sustainable tourism is built on repeat visitors. At the moment a lot of visitors from the UK see Malta as a one-off trip'.
As well as Ryanair, easyjet are also in talks about flights to Malta, with the possibility of operations beginning in spring next year.
The property market will also be keeping a close eye on tourist numbers now that the new flights have been given the green light. If visitor numbers do drop in the medium term it could be good news for locals looking to buy their first property.
There has been some discontent on the island about the rising prices of property in Malta, and with less overseas buyers the possibility of prices falling and more islanders being able to get on the property ladder could be welcome news, as today's tourist is often tomorrow's property buyer.
But now that low cost airlines are going to start offering flights to Malta, this could help the Malta hotels and holiday market as more people consider three and four day breaks instead of the traditional week or fortnight, boosting the overall number of visitors, especially if Air Malta and the low cost airlines bring the cost of Malta flights to levels seen for the Spanish islands.
Malta has traditionally seen the majority of her visitors from the UK, but this could be changing to a more diverse mix in future years.
Last year saw a record number of visitors from Italy, and increased enquiries have been received at estate agents across the island from Scandanvia, Holland, France and Belgium, helping to increase the demand for Malta properties.


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Nick (Cleveland, OH)
Hey, my auction league just ended and I'm looking forward to next year. I need to decide my third keeper to go along with Aaron Rodgers and Calvin Johnson. My possibilities are Peyton Hillis for $29, Reggie Bush for $6, Percy Harvin for $9, or Cedric Benson for $7. What should I do?
The Jungle
Conventional wisdom is to hang onto Bush, who is coming off his first career 1,000-yard season, but I question his reliability. Durability issues have defined his pro career and he hasn't had back-to-back healthy seasons to date. Frankly, I wouldn't want to depend on any of that trio of backs in '12.
That leaves you with Harvin, who probably takes on a larger role in Minnesota's offense because of Adrian Peterson's injury. Even if Peterson were to return in the opener, the likely hood he's the same player next year seems slim, so the Vikings are going to need to gain output from elsewhere. Harvin is the logical choice for them and the best for you.
Vince (Hockessin, DE)
Aaron Rodgers has put my team on his back and carried me to the championship game. Now I'm thinking about benching him for either Joe Webb or Matt Flynn. What is a fantasy owner to do?
The Jungle
Don't schedule your championship in week 17! This is precisely why a majority of fantasy players use weeks 14, 15, & 16 to decide their fantasy championship. The 17th week of the season is simply too unpredictable.
With the said, I think you can say for certainty that Rodgers will not play into the second half or even the second quarter for that matter. In other words, Flynn's playing the majority of snaps, so start him. He's the best chance you have.
Justin (St. Charles, MO)
Do I start Brandon Marshall or Dwayne Bowe in this week's championship game? Both are going against elite corners, but I have to choose one.
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Start Bowe, who has 10 receptions for 129 yards and a TD in two games with Kyle Orton throwing the football. Remember, Orton personally has a lot to play for against Denver. As a result, I think Kansas City's passing attack continues to produce, with Orton to Bowe as the primary reason why.
Tommy (Clarkson, MI)
I'm in the championship game and I don't know whom to start at QB. Should I start Ryan Fitzpatrick, Aaron Rodgers, or Matt Ryan?
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Rodgers won't play the whole game and Fitzpatrick's been unreliable since he received a contract extension around midseason. That leaves you with Ryan, which is hardly a bad thing. He has an outstanding week 17 matchup against Tampa Bay.
Defensively, the Buccaneers are playing awful, allowing 34 points per game during their nine-game losing streak. Look for Ryan to exploit them Sunday afternoon.
Bruce (New York, NY)
I just won our league title in a 10-team keeper league. We're picking fourth and seventh next year and now we could get the second pick. We're keeping Matt Forte, Victor Cruz, and Cam Newton. However, somebody is offering A.J. Green and the second overall pick for Newton. We'd have three picks in the top seven then. Do I take the offer?
The Jungle
As much as I believe in Green moving forward, I don't think you can trade Newton. This season, he's approaching 4,000 passing yards, rushed for 600-plus yards, and scored 34 total TDs.
Forget about being one of the best rookie seasons ever. This is one of the best statistical QB seasons in history. I believe it's superior to Michael Vick's '10 campaign, which many fantasy players celebrate as one of the best ever.