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I've done this post I think before with my purse (definitely with my coxswain bag), but I thought I would do this one COMPLETELY uncensored. Like, I dumped my purse onto my bed, did some editorial arranging so the picture wasn't just of a pile, and then snapped a shot.
So what's in my Longchamp? Take a peak:
- Bank of America receipt
- Ray Ban aviators
- Flip camcorder
- Just Madras coin purse (LOVING this right now!!!)
- Car & house keys
- A postcard from Germany that California Funk sent me- not sure how this ended up in my purse! haha
- Digital camera
- Vineyards Vine clutch- I use this for added storage and organization
- Lilly Pulitzer card holder
- Tickets to the Rays game I went to
- A spare house key (not sure about this one either!)
- And a random index card
PS Only a little bit of time left in the GIVEAWAY!

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fangirls of the Mask by HelavisKrewWatch
©2012-2016 HelavisKrew
Poor poor Mask, I'd be surprised if he makes it out alive even with all of his powers he'll be torn limb from limb by his fans.
Fans are worse than haters.
Somebody stop them!
Not even the Mask is safe from the terrifying force that is fangirls.
dammmm mask you kind of run men run i miss the old chap
knowing Mask, he always has an ace up his sleeve... and a hammer... and a spring loaded boxing glove
Wow aweasome
thank you very much *3*
This will not end well for The Mask
i'm thinking perverted thoughts of The Mas. muahahahahaha! ^w^
I`m jelous.
amazing work I especially love your mad skills of shading
ahaha thank you very muchbut now I'm using a different method of applying the shadows ... I'm very lazy
OMG Poor the mask we monster! XDDDD
noo xD
Ha, looks like the Mask has finally met his match. An army of fan girls, lol.
Mask i'd LOVE to help ya buuuuuuuuuut....yeah.
No, I will not let you help him. He is mine!
I'm sure I'm somewhere in that background of rabid fangirls!
I'm sure I'm somewhere in that background of rabid fangirls!
of cooourse If I knew how you look, you would have been there
Oh my gosh! XD poor mask. I guess he can't handle that much fangirls.XD
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wwwaaau how many emotions. Thank a lot I really liked to draw your character, she is very unusual thaaank you
Wow, awesome job! ^^


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First Time On The Web
John Kelly
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To: "Positive Atheism" <firstname.lastname@example.com>
Subject: WebMaster:_Positive_Atheism_Index
Date: Wednesday, February 14, 2001 1:07 AM
Tonight is my first time on the web (with my own computer). Hence, this is the first time I've been on your site. It's nice to see people with brains on-line. Thanks for a great site!
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Ministry Today proudly presents Greenelines, a new blog from Dr. Steve Greene.
Dr. Greene writes on a wide range of topics important to leaders, church administrators and young leaders in development.
He has lead business organizations, served as a dean of a college of business and lead as a senior pastor. Greene's primary focus is to equip the leaders of saints.Read Greenelines
5 Ways to Recover Your Passion for Pastoral Leadership
Here are some tips on how to bounce back to passionate preaching and leadership in the local church.
Don't You Wish Your Staff Would Learn to Think?
Here's why you should be asking more questions.
Kyle Searcy: Reverend Adrenaline
We must remind ourselves that the true reward is for our obedience not sacrifice or activity.
7 Questions About the Value of Modern Discipleship
Have you taught these principles of discipleship to members of your congregation?
10 Signs of Leadership Burnout and 5 Ways to Recover
Have you experienced these feelings before? Here's how to overcome and press on in your work for the Lord.
3 Quick Tips For Improving Your Hiring Decisions
Why potential is a dangerous attribute.
When Church Staff Members Turn Against Each Other
Staff conflict is almost inevitable, but how you handle it is the key to re-establishing harmony.
Never Forget How God Shaped You for Ministry
If you've ever doubted your calling to ministry, consider this thought from Rick Warren.
WATCH: Walking, Talking Miracle Proves Power of Prayer
Doctors gave the man a less than 5 percent chance of normal brain function, but were shocked when this happened.
Charismatic Pastor: The Church Is Physically Alive but Spiritually Dead
He claims the "Walking Dead" is not just a TV fantasy but a reality in the body of Christ. Is he wrong?
10 Reasons Everybody at Church Should Wear a Nametag
Why wouldn't your church want to implement this idea?
'Some of My Best Men Are Women'
Read why General William Booth, founder of the Salvation Army, is quoted as saying that.
How Do You Measure the Impact of a Leader?
Here's the metric that matters most.
7 Reasons Christians Refuse Change
How can some Christians exude such cruelty and ignorance while simultaneously claiming to follow Jesus?
Why Your Mother's Day Service Shouldn't Be About Mothers
It might come as a bit of a surprise to you, but this is what Pastor Hal Seed thinks it should be about.
Your Story is His Story, So Share It
You can leave an eternal legacy when you share your testimony. Even pastors should do this regularly.
Do You Confront Poor Performance?
Ignoring poor performance leads to bigger problems.
Is There a Formula For Momentum?
If you are missing any of these four components, you may struggle in achieving all the momentum you desire or that God wants you to have.
4 Reasons The Pastor Should Hire Other Church Staff
Here's why your lead pastor should at least be at the head of the hiring committee when bringing in new employees.
Kingdom Economics: Consider the Alternatives
When we don't physically see the resources to get the job done for Christ, we must look beyond our circumstances.
Something's Coming, Something Big
Trend spotting is a critical leadership skill.
7 Critical Abilities of Strong Senior Leaders
What are some examples of ineffective senior-level leaders you've known? Which of these were lacking from his or her abilities?
What Pastors Do That Cause Their Members to Cringe
When you step into the pulpit, remember Matthew 12:36, and how much more you will be held accountable as a teacher of The Word.
10 Things to Avoid When Preaching a Sermon
Most pastors have been nervous about delivering a sermon at one time or another. Here's what you should stay away from when in the pulpit.
25 Random Pieces of Advice for Leaders From 20 to 49
How you live your life in your 20s, 30s and 40s matters. Take it from someone who has been there.
Have You Stopped Doing What You Do Best?
New responsibilities can cause us to lose focus.
Marriage and the Supreme Court: A Call to Prayer
Near the end of this month, the stakes will be high when the Supreme Court takes on this landmark issue. Here's why we should be on our knees in fervent prayer.
Did Jesus Battle Depression?
The question itself sounds ludicrous, but think read Isaiah 53:3 and think about it.
Communications Stalwart Takes Helm at D. James Kennedy Ministries
Frank Wright brings decades of leadership and communications experience to the broadcast ministry of the late D. James Kennedy.
'It's Time for Women to Go to War'
Women of God, what will your role be in these tumultuous times? Will you cower or will you care?
The Lego Principle: An Interview With Joey Bonifacio
Since 1984, Victory Manila in the Philippines has planted 60 churches. Joey Bonifacio, one of the pastors of Victory Manila, explains why the growth has been exponential.
How Low Can Your Organization Go?
Here's why you should drive decision authority deeper.
12 Reasons Churches Don't Practice Discipline
What churches do you know that establish expectations but do not always talk about accountability?
Are You Feeding Your Sheep to Wolves?
Ask yourself, as a shepherd, are you leading your sheep toward Christ or feeding leading them to the slaughter?
Americans Believe Church Is Good but Dying
Why is church attendance on the decline if people believe that there's value in attending church?
Has Your Team Produced Good Ideas This Year?
Game-changing ideas are nurtured in organizational culture.
5 Ways Church Members Hold the Church as a Financial Hostage
They are the ones who tithe and pay your salary. But how do you deal with these types of people?
Record Bible Engagement Over Easter Weekend
Did you enjoy your Easter this way? If so, you're joining with your brothers and sisters around the world.
Kingdom Economics: We Must Ignore Sunk Costs
Forget about any expense that cannot be recovered and focus your decision making on what you can control in the future.
How Often Did You Teach Last Week?
Recency and frequency are important benchmarks for training.
Phil Cooke: Eye Contact Matters
Have you experienced the positive reaction you're looking for when you make eye contact?
How Do You Get Your Soul Running?
Does your to-do list feel long and heavy this week? How long has it been since you took your foot off the gas?
What To Do, Pastor, When You're the Victim of a Rumor
Rumors do their wicked work like termites, eating away at the foundation of trust. When faced with it, here's what you can do.
Where Do You Go When You Don't Know?
The choice of when to listen is not the critical question.
Gardner C. Taylor, Dean of Black Preachers, Dies at 96
"Dr. Taylor was a theological giant who will be greatly missed."
True Differences Between Apostolic and Prophetic Function
When we examine Scripture about this subject, there is a somewhat surprising discovery.
Just Did It: Thoughts on Robert Schuller
Don Meyer, president of the University of Valley Forge, shares some insight of how Robert Schuller, who passed away last week, impacted his life and ministry.
A Leadership Trip to Nowhere
Word choice and tone of voice create cause and effect.
What to Do Before Your Church Starts Using Social Media
Here's why having a church website, or church Facebook page or church anything is terribly ineffective if it isn't personal, human and relational.
Ministry Life
- Pastors, Here Are 3 Ways To Win Over Your Prodigal Children
- Women in Ministry: Powerful Voices
- Ed Stetzer: Worship Leaders Are Not Rock Stars
- Crystal Cathedral's and 'Hour of Power's' Robert Schuller Passes Away
- Robert Schuller Not Expected to Live Through The Week, Reports Say
- Youth Pastor Equips Students for Revival
- Helping ADHD Kids Meet Jesus in Your Church
- These Millennials Aren't Leaving Church—They're Sparking Revival
- Remember These Ideals When Building Your Legacy
- 6 Technologies to Help Your Church Connect More Effectively
Ministry Leadership
- WATCH: A Message to the Pulpits of America ... Would Your Pastor Agree With This Pastor?
- Frustrated Worship Leaders Should Take on This Challenge
- Amidst Worldwide Chaos, God Remains in Control
- How Religious Spirits Throw a Wet Blanket on Prophetic Ministry
- The Miraculous Prescription That Could Alter Your Life Exponentially
- Ministry Leaders, Stop Trying to Be Great and Start Doing This
- Learning to Access Your Secret Place of Blessing
- Why You Should Take Notes by Hand in this Digital Age
- 5 Battles a Pastor's Wife Must Fight
- Why Are Many Churches and Pastors Avoiding the 'S' Word?
Ministry Facilities
- 7 Steps to Make an Effective Pre-Service Video
- How Your Building Is Killing Your Growth
- Growing and Giving in the Digital Church
- 3 Creative Ways to Kill Creativity and How to Get It Back
- 10 Amazing Unseen Things That Can Happen in Your Church Every Sunday
- Impact Ministry: The More-With-Less Church
- The Digital Gospel Goes Global
- Prayerful Consideration: To Build or Not to Build
- How Your Church Can Get an Internet TV Channel
- 3 Reasons for Not Using a Tablet for Speaking Notes
Ministry Outreach
- Why Most Churches Don't Exceed 350 in Average Attendance
- 6 Key Questions Non-Believers May Ask About God
- 10 of the Most Disgusting Expressions Ever Uttered in Anybody's Church
- 7 Church Technological Advances You Should Watch For
- 11 Effective Principles for Making Disciples
- 9 Things That Have Replaced Traditional Outreach in Churches
- 5 Ways to Turn Your Life Into One of Purpose
- The Guide to Better Transitions in Your Weekend Services
- Research: Americans Say Christians Face Increased Persecution
- 2 Major But Under-the-Radar Changes in American Churches
- 6 Reasons Pastors Should Not Quit Their Job on Monday
- Faith of the Candidates: An Interview With Marco Rubio
- Spiritual Maturity Reaches Way Beyond Salvation
- 10 Ways to Make Visitors Feel Welcome
- Samuel Rodriguez: Lessons From 2012 Election
- 5 Reasons This Pastor Attends Church While on Vacation
- Here's Some Hard Truths About Church Culture
- Multisite Churches : Come and Get, or Come and Give?
- Buck the Culture By Reinventing Yourself
- Isaac Hunter's Suicide Note Discovered in Wake of Affair, Domestic Violence Allegations
Charisma News
- ISIS Claims 20 Hostages in Bangladesh Attack
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- Donald Trump: If I Was Appointing Justices, That Wouldn't Have Happened
- 3 Social Justice Missionaries Kidnapped and Murdered
- U.S.-Backed 'Quartet' Makes Demands of Israel
- Did Obama Just Tamper With U.S. History?
- Donald Trump Makes Another Big Hire
- Pastor Accused of Sex Crimes Appears to Have Killed Himself
- Loretta Lynch to Recuse Herself From Hillary Clinton Investigation
- 25 Years Later, How Clarence Thomas Has Transformed the Supreme Court


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Cordyceps Gold Rush – Make Millions with Medicinal Mushrooms!
There was an interesting story in The Times of India this week. The headline read "Gold Rush in the Himalayas". But it was not about gold – it was about a medicinal mushroom, Cordyceps, and about people in Himalaya who are collecting it and making millions a year.
Millions! Really? Yes, but not millions of dollars but millions of rupees, the Indian currency (one USD = 55.7 Indian rupees)! Could you make millions of dollars as well? Absolutely. Read on!
The article describes how a man called Govind Rawat takes a leave from his office and heads to the Himalayas to make a fortune. Govind teams up with other like-minded people to hike to high altitude areas of the mountains at elevations three times as high as Denver, Colorado or Banff, Alberta… 16,000 ft. above sea level.
What are they looking for? Gold? No, but something almost as valuable – Cordyceps medicinal mushrooms! One kilogram, equal to 2.2 lbs., is worth as much as 250,000 rupees or almost $4,500 USD – a fortune in local terms.
"Ever since herdsmen in Tibet discovered that their yaks became extremely energetic after eating this wild-growing mushroom, Cordyceps has been much sought after and has commanded astronomical prices," stated Subrat Sharma of the G B Pant Institute of Himalayan Environment and Development in Almora.
If Govind finds any mushrooms, they are likely to be sold to China, one of the biggest consumers of medicinal mushrooms. Cordyceps is available as a dietary supplement in the United States and Canada, but the U.S. Food and Drug Administration makes it extremely difficult for American companies to resell products produced outside the U.S.
Cordyceps became famous about 10-15 years ago when two fairly unknown women runners won gold in the World Championship in Germany and then broke three world records at the National Games in Beijing. Instead of using illegal doping, their coach revealed that these female athletes had been consuming Cordyceps. According to the Times of India article, some Chinese have been buying fresh Cordyceps at much higher prices – paying as much as 2 million rupees per kg, or $16,300 USD per pound!
Some say that laboratory grown Cordyceps might be of lower quality and that experienced buyers are often looking for the wild-growing ones.
Are commercially available Cordyceps dietary supplements as powerful as fresh Cordyceps mushrooms? Probably not. Many dietary supplements include various non-active ingredients that are necessary for the manufacturing process. However, they can reduce absorption rates and efficacy. This is why some naturopathic doctors sometimes recommend that you consume much higher doses of medicinal mushrooms (or other supplements) than recommended on the Supplement Facts label.
Conclusion? If you are looking for extra income or fresh Cordyceps and do not mind hiking to high altitude mountains, head to the Himalayas! Collect 61 lbs. and you might become a millionaire… in US dollars!
To read the Times of India article, visit http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-08-19/special-report/33272061_1_herb-fungus-gold-rush.


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Blog on Age Discrimination in Employment
Source: Patricia Barnes
Content Type: Blog
An active blog on age discrimination in employment published by an attorney who has literally written the book on the subject from the employees point of view.
Facts about Age Discrimination
Source: The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC
Content Type: Webpage
The EEOC provides facts about age discrimination.
Keep Young and Beautiful-Especially at Work
Source: Newsweek
Content Type: Article
Since 2007, there has been a 17 percent increase in the number of age discrimination complaints. This article explains how difficult is can be to prove whether or not someone is laid off or denied a job because of their age. Due to a 2009 Supreme Court decision, there are more guidelines to be able to prove age discrimination.
Age Bias Complaints Surge in Bad Economy
Source: MSNBC
Content Type: Article
Due to the weak economy, many people have been laid off of their job. When looking for new work people 55 and older are finding it harder to get hired. Some are certain it is because of their age, where some resort to trying to look younger or modifying their resume to hide their age. It is difficult if one is laid off because it is harder to take care of a household and provide basic needs for yourself.
Careers: Unmasking Age Bias
Source: Time Magazine
Content Type: Article
This article talks about age bias and how it can happen at any moment. It can be hard to prove age discrimination because it involves so many components.
With Jobs Scarce, Age Becomes an Issue
Source: The Wall Street Journal
Content Type: Article
Usually when we think of age discrimination in the workplace we think of older adults being let go. However, people in their 20's and 30's are also at risk. The "last one in, first one out" policy has become a huge concern because companies want to avoid (older) age discrimination lawsuits. Although it is a real concern, it completely disregards talent. This article discusses these issues.
The Employment of Elderly Persons (full article available)
Source: World Health Organization
Content Type: PDF
The authors discuss older adults coming out of retirement to work, and also those who stay past retirement age. It can be beneficial for older employees to continue to work. However, there have been some issues concerning treatment. Most older adults who work will not have a problem, but some experience discrimination from supervisors and co-workers. Many of these injustices stem from a lack of patience, understanding, and sensitivity.
AARP Age Discrimination Fact SheetSource: American Association of Retired Persons Public Policy Institute and American Bar Association Commission on Law and Aging. Content Type: WebsiteConsumer information about the Age Discrimination in Employment Act
Selected Works of Howard EglitSource: Chicago Kent College of LawContent Type: BibliographyA bibliography of age discrimination. Includes links to full articles as well as book references.
EEOC: Age DiscriminationSource: Equal Employment Opportunity CommissionContent Type: WebsiteOverview of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, links to other relevant statutes enforcement guidelines and policy documents.
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GUEST AUTHOR: Gabi Stevens "Wishful Thinking" – Magic is So Much Fun! (+ Giveaway – ends 18/07/12)
Today I'm pleased to welcome Gabi Stevens to the blog. Book Chick City's, Rebecca, is reading this series as we speak and has enjoyed the first two books The Wish List and As You Wish, and will be reading and reviewing the latest in the series, Wishful Thinking, very soon.
Gabi Stevens was born in SoCal to Hungarian parents. After spending time in boarding school, college, and studying abroad, she raised children and then spent seven years in the classroom trying to teach eighth graders the joys of literature. An award winning author, Gabi writes in New Mexico where she lives with her robotics engineer husband, three daughters, and two dogs. She loves to play games, has a wicked addiction to reading, avoids housework and cooking, and doesn't travel nearly as much as she would like to.
Magic is So Much Fun!
by Gabi Stevens
Magic is so much fun. All kinds, from Penn and Teller to Harry Potter (Okay, you may not think so, but this is my article, so you're subject to my opinion). When I watch a magic show I really try to see the audience fake-out, the trick the magician uses to draw the audience's attention away from what he's doing. Yeah, I'm that individual—the one who wants the secret, the one who wants to know how it's done. Uh-huh. I also read the end of books before finishing the story, go to Spoiltheending.com to find the twist endings to movies (That's right—I knew the ending to Sixth Sense before I saw it), and hate coming across a vocabulary word I don't know.
I have a need to know. I really, really dislike not knowing something. When I hear people speaking a foreign language, I listen, not because I'm angry that they aren't speaking English, but because I want to see how much I can understand. And if I come across something while reading or watching TV that I don't know, I look it up. I love logic puzzles, Sudoku, crosswords, and games. Yes, I'm a nerd.
I think maybe that's why I like paranormal books so much. When I read stories with elements of magic, I don't need to seek the knowledge behind them, because I know they aren't real. I can lose myself in the, well, magic. Harry Potter can wave his wand and light appears. Wolverine can defeat a thug with his adamantine claws and abilities to heal himself. And to lose myself in the magic makes the story shine, because behind the magic is the element that's more important—the reason for the story. Harry uses magic, but it's just a tool to tell us that fighting the good fight is worth every sacrifice. Wolverine gets injured over and over, but he protects those who are weaker than he.
So yes, I find magic fun—and compelling and distracting, in a good way. I would love to believe the world could solve problems with the wave of a wand, but I can't. In Wishful Thinking, my heroine, Stormy, discovers she has magical powers, but she doesn't assume that the magic will make her life easier. Quite the opposite; she knows it will bring chaos into her world. And she isn't thrilled. Hunter, my hero, is quite the magic expert, but when he meets Stormy, he finds his expertise doesn't help him deal with her. And there's a whole bunch of knowledge they have to figure out before they can reach their happy ending.
Because, of course, there's a happy ending. Wishful Thinking is a romance, and happy endings are the best magic of all.
So let me ask you: Are you a skip-to-the-end-of-the-book reader or do you wait until you get there?
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Free-spirited artist Stormy Jones-Smythe was raised by two talented Wizard fathers but never showed the slightest hint of magical abilities. Which is why she's totally surprised when three famous fairy godmothers show up at her door to tell her she's one of them. Surprised, and none too happy. The godmothers are fugitives, framed for treason, and the last thing the magical Council wants is another fairy godmother going rogue. Hence Stormy's new full-time Guard, Hunter Merrick.
Stormy quickly realizes she's not going to escape Hunter's watch…and before long, she's not sure she wants to. But her freedom depends on her ability to expose the plot against the godmothers, and that means getting control of her magic. Despite the growing chemistry between them, Hunter is fiercely loyal to the Council—and duty-bound to keep Stormy from doing either of those things. But he didn't count on Stormy's irrepressible exuberance and passion for life. Before long, even Hunter isn't sure which side he's on, and he can't contain Stormy either way.
One commenter will win their choice of book from the Time of Transition series: THE WISH LIST, AS YOU WISH, or WISHFUL THINKING.
And as she told me she loves international readers, this giveaway is open to all ends 18th July 2012
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The upcoming Riviera Nayarit Half Marathon 2012 was recently announced and is scheduled to take place on Saturday, November 17. Organizers have the support of the Mexican Athletics Federation, as well as that of the Athletics Association of Nayarit, endorsed by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races.
This will be the fourth edition of the competition, and Mexican and international runners are now invited to participate. The event, promoted by the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau, will take place on the main avenues of Nuevo Vallarta. The scenic route features tropical landscapes, golf courses, a marina, hotels, ocean views and 6.2 miles of navigable channels amidst festive, friendly atmosphere.
Two categories will be available for participants: a 21K and a 10K run. For further information, please visit www.delcorredor.com or www.mediomaratonrivieranayarit.com.


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When immersed in water, you're virtually free of gravity and the stress it places on your skeletal, respiratory, digestive and circulatory systems. It's the ultimate no-impact workout, and because pool water is typically about 15 degrees cooler than your body, you don't have to worry about overheating. (Be sure to stay hydrated by drinking liquids before/during your workout.) When you're exercising in a cooler environment, your muscles require more energy to work; so you burn more fat than in most land-based programs. No matter what type of exercise you're looking for – aerobics, strength training, physical therapy or weight loss – aquatic exercise is an enjoyable and highly accessible outlet for lifelong satisfaction.
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Senior/Alumni cost is $6 per person per visit or twelve visits for $55.00
Couples Cost: $100.00 for 12 twelve visit passes
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*Public water aerobics do not follow the university calendar, as this is a year-long, ongoing program. Please check with instructor on class closure dates or call the water aerobics hotline at 509.777.4735 to confirm class schedules.
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Live updates
- ITV Report
Charles makes impassioned plea for oceans clean-up
Prince Charles used his trip to Washington to make an impassioned plea for action to end the dumping of plastics in the world's oceans.Read the full story ›
Charles and Camilla greeted by Washington crowds
The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cambridge began their four-day trip to the USA by visiting some of Washington's famous monuments.
However, many in the crowds weren't entirely sure who the heir to the throne was and those who did were disappointed the couple weren't William and Kate.
ITV News correspondent Tim Ewart reports from Washington:
British ambassador 'delighted' to welcome royal couple
British Ambassador to the US Sir Peter Westmacott said he is "delighted" to welcome Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall back to Washington after 10 years.
The royal couple attended an event at the British Embassy in Washington.
Delighted to welcome Their Royal Highnesses back to DC 10yrs after last visit #RoyalVisitUSA http://t.co/q2qsUpES3V
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Charles and Camilla arrive at the British Embassy
Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall have arrived at the British Embassy in Washington for an event marking the beginning of their four-day visit to the US.
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Charles and Camilla land in the US for four-day tour
Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall have arrived in Washington to begin a four-day trip that includes a meeting with the President.Read the full story ›
Funeral service begins for Duchess of Cornwall's brother
The Duchess of Cornwall and the Prince of Wales have arrived at a private funeral for her brother Mark Shand, at the Holy Trinity Church in Stourpaine, Dorset.
The conservationist and travel writer Mark Shand died unexpectedly last week after falling and hitting his head in New York.
Funeral for Duchess of Cornwall's brother Mark Shand
The funeral will take place later today for the Duchess of Cornwall's brother, Mark Shand.
Mr Shand, who was a conservationist and travel writer, died last week after falling and hitting his head on the pavement in New York.
Prince Charles will be among mourners at a private family ceremony at the Holy Trinity Church in the Dorset village of Stourpaine.
Mark Shand's death ruled 'an accident'
The death of Mark Shand, the Duchess of Cornwall's brother, has been ruled an accident. Mr Shand died after he fell and banged his his head outside a hotel bar in New York yesterday.
A spokeswoman for the medical examiner's office in the city said the 62-year-old's death was caused by blunt impact head trauma with skull fracture and bleeding in the brain.
Mr Shand was in New York for an auction at Sotheby's in aid of a charity for underprivileged children and the Elephant Family, of which he was chairman, which aims to save the endangered Asian elephant from extinction in the wild.
He was taken to hospital after reportedly slipping while lighting a cigarette and hitting his head on the pavement outside an after-party for the charity event.
Stephen Fry pays tribute to 'charming' Mark Shand
Stephen Fry has paid tribute to the Duchess of Cornwall's brother Mark Shand, who died aged 62 in New York.
I've just heard the terrible news about Mark Shand. His work with Asian elephants was unsurpassed. Funny, charming, dedicated man. So so sad
Kate and William told of Mark Shand's death
Royal Editor Tim Ewart reports that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have been told of the death of Mark Shand, while on their royal tour of Australia.
From Canberra Tim Ewart said: "It's 7am in the morning here in Canberra. William and Kate have spent the night here with their son Prince George in an official residence. Their public engagements are about to start here in a couple of hours time.
"This tour is winding up and sadly, this event is going to cast a shadow over the last couple of days, of what has been a long and so far very successful and very happy tour.
"Both William and his brother Harry have become very close to the Duchess of Cornwall, despite all the family history and the background of the Diana affair.
"They were a close family and this statement from Clarence House, using the expression 'utterly devastated', applies to all the family.
"But royal duties here will carry on today, as they were going to before."


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"Who is Superwoman?" - Part 1: "Puzzle Pieces"
Writer: Sterling Gates
Penciller: Jamal Igle
Inker: Keith Champagne
Reviewed by: Jeffrey Bridges
Kara is hanging out by the sun, looking for some alone time, grieving for her dad, when Superwoman arrives.
In Metropolis, Lois goes to talk to Inspector Mike Henderson of the Metacrimes division, who has found Agent Liberty's body. His suit is sending out a signal, notifying people that he was murdered.
Superwoman and Kara return home, and debate the choices that Alura has made. Kara wonders why Superwoman is apparently always fishing for information, and is happy to feel "normal" on a planet of superpowered Kryptonians. She vows to give her mother the help she needs, and Alura is waiting for her when Kara arrives.
Alura wants Kara to go to Earth to apprehend Reactron, so they can punish him for killing Zor-El.
Superwoman crashes into Kara on her way to Earth, and tells her she can't be there because it's too dangerous for her. Kara refuses to leave and Superwoman attacks her.
Story - 4: I find I don't have all that much to say about this issue, it felt like it was much more about Superwoman than Supergirl. And that's fine, it's an intriguing story at the moment, but so far it only relates to Kara in that Superwoman for some reason seems to want to be her friend and to keep her off of Earth.
I would have liked to see more time spent on Kara's internal struggle. It's clear she's having doubts about her mother but wants to support her anyway, because she's family, and that's a real and interesting dilemma. This issue wasn't uninteresting by any means, I just would have liked to have seen more time spent on Kara, especially considering how little development she's had since this book started.
Still, I'm hoping there will be more for her as the rest of this story plays out. Either way, this book is head and shoulders above where it used to be.
Art - 5: I am really starting to dig the art in this book. The facial expressions were exceptionally well done, and often you will see a book try to get part of the story across just from someone's facial expressions, as you would in a movie or television show.
Sadly, often that fails because the art doesn't accurately display the emotions and feelings on the person's face.
That is happily not the case here, and I enjoyed it throughout.
Cover Art - 3: This is from a panel directly out of the comic, unfortunately I don't think Superwoman re-entering the atmosphere feet-first is a terribly compelling image on its own.
January 2009
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WORCESTER, Mass. – The brief onslaught of winter weather didn't keep the Maine track and field teams out for very long as the squads competed at a meet at Holy Cross in Worcester, Mass., on Saturday. The men's squad stayed undefeated this year as they recorded yet another first place finish, while the women took fourth overall.
The men had its highest point total of the season as they recorded 304 team points, besting the field of six teams. Host, Holy Cross came in second with 115 points, while UMass-Amherst took third with 102 points.
Daniel Roukey continued his strong season and tied a school record in the 100-meter dash, clocking in at 10.58 seconds. Roukey matched the program-best mark, which was originally set by Carl Smith back in 1990. Roukey secured 10 team points while teammate Frank Del Duca came in second with a time of 10.65 seconds.
Roukey prevailed once again in the 200m as he was part of a trio of Black Bears who took the top three spots. The senior sprinter came in with a time of 22.78 seconds while Del Duca placed second with a mark of 22.89 and Joseph Viola finished third with a time of 23.21 seconds, as the trio combined for 24 team points.
Viola finished in the top three once again as he took second in the 400-meter dash with a time of 49.57 seconds. Zachary Hildenbrandt of Umass-Amherst took first, besting Viola's mark with a time of 49.50 seconds.
Jake Leithiser got on the board with a first-place finish, as he took top-honors in the 800-meter run with a time of 1:54.60. Stonehill's Daniel Zawalich was next fastest with a mark of 1:55.30.
Junior Alexander Moser tallied his second-consecutive meet with an event win as he came in first in the 1500 meter run. The distance runner clocked in with a mark of 3:53.87, which bested teammate, Kelton Cullenberg (3:54.56), by less than two seconds.
Sophomore Michael Lucas gave Maine another eight team points in the 400m as he came in with a time of 55.48 seconds while UMass-Amherst's Peter Farlow came in first with a time of 55.08 seconds.
Maine's jumps squad was strong once again as Black Bear athletes tallied top-3 finishes in all four events.
In the high jump Connor Harris came in second with a final mark of 1.88m (6-02.00) while Asaad Hicks, Tyler Martin tied for fourth (1.83m, 6-00.00) while Joseph Slattery came in sixth with a mark of 1.78m (5-10.00).
In the pole vault Devin Burgess came in with a second-place finish with a final height of 4.25m (13-11.25). Burgess reeled in 10 team points, as he was the highest finisher attached to a collegiate squad.
Herby Lafortune kept the strong finishes coming, as he took first in the long jump with a final distance of 6.25m (20-06.25) while Harris finished third with a mark of 6.04m (19-09.75).
Meanwhile Nathaniel Meade topped all entrants in the triple jump with a final mark of 14.56m (47-09.25). Meade was part of a trio of Black Bears that took the top-four spots in the event, as Julian Hubbard took second (13.54m) 44-05.25 and Harris took fourth (13.23m, 43-05.00).
Senior thrower Justin Gagne accounted for 20 team points with two event wins in the shot put and discus. Gagne finished the shot put with a top mark of 16.70m (54-09.50). Brian Woodbury came in right behind Gagne with a mark of 14.72m (48-03.50).
In the Discus, Gagne finished with a final mark of 48.80m (160-01.10). Maine placed two more in the top-3 as Shane Corbett took second (44.65m, 146-06) while Woodbury finished third (44.15m, 144-10).
Wilson Adams took first in the hammer throw as he recorded a final distance of 56.88m (186-07) while teammate Ethan Moore finished second with a mark of 53.09 (174-02).
In the final field event Maine took the top two spots once again as Aybars Gungor finished first with the event-best distance of 56.72m (186-01) while Tristan Wortman finished second with a mark of 55.62m (182-06).
On the women's side Jaclyn Masters came away with a fourth place finish in the 200-meter dash as she came in with a time of 26.49 seconds. Meanwhile Shannon O'Neal followed that up with a top-3 finish, taking third in the 400m with a mark of 58.19 seconds.
Distance runner, Annabelle Wilson got on the board with a mark of 18:32.62 in the 5000-meter run, scoring five points. Holy Cross' Emily Hughes took first overall with a time of 17:34.57 seconds.
Ashten Hackett got on the board with an event win in the 100-meter hurdles as she came in with a time of 14.53 seconds. She beat out UMass-Amherst's Meghan Patrolia who was the next best runner.
Masters continued her strong day as she placed first in the pole vault. The sophomore recorded a final height of 3.40m (11-01.75) as she bested two Crusaders, Michell McGahn and Alexandra Parise.
In the field events Ashley Donohoe took first in the shot put adding 10 points to the team score as she recorded a mark of 12.33m (40-05.50). Donohoe followed that up with a third place finish in the discus, coming in with a distance of 38.48m (126-03).
Emily Boardman capped the event wins for the Black Bears as she came in first in the hammer throw, with a final mark of 48.55m (159-03). Bryant's Katelyn Kelleher came in second with a mark of 46.94m.
Holy Cross came in first overall with 208.50 points while UMass-Amherst took second with 182.50 points, followed by Stonehill with 124 and Maine with 85 points. Bryant took last in the event with 42 points.
The Black Bears will next be in action for its final tune-up weekend before the conference championships competing at the Penn Relays on April 24-26 and the one final meet at New Hampshire on April 26.


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Published: Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at 3:22 p.m.
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For more than 20 years, Roman Gabriel and the late Chester McGlockton remained the top local picks in the annual National Football League Draft, and personify the evolution of the selection process.
Fifty-one years ago, when Gabriel, the former New Hanover High School star, went second overall to the Los Angeles Rams, there was no television coverage and projected first-round picks did not attend the draft.
"There was no hoopla like it is now,'' he said.
Twenty-one years ago, McGlockton, an ex-Whiteville star, declared for the draft after his junior season at Clemson and was present at Radio Music City Hall when the Los Angeles Raiders took him 16th overall.
"Even back then, it was not as big as it is now,'' said Bill Hewett, McGlockton's prep coach. "There was a lot of interest; not like the hoopla and atmosphere now.''
The three-day draft begins at 8 p.m. Thursday (ESPN, NFL Network) and Hoggard High School alumnus Jonathan Cooper is expected to join Gabriel and McGlockton as high picks from Southeastern North Carolina.
The art of the deal
Gabriel was notified of his selection by Rams scout Tom Fears, a Pro Football Hall of Fame receiver who had been sent to Raleigh to work out Gabriel.
After throwing, Fears played him in handball to gauge his competitiveness.
Following the 1962 draft, Hall of Fame running back Elroy Hirsch, the Rams' general manager, flew to Raleigh for contract negotiations with Gabriel, represented by Wolfpack coach Earle Edwards.
The talks took place in a Raleigh hotel and Gabriel, through Edwards, knew the Oakland Raiders had offered $12,500, plus a $2,500 signing bonus after also making him the top overall pick in the AFL Draft.
Hirsch countered with $15,000 and $5,000 bonus. During talks, he intercepted a call to Gabriel from the Dallas Texans, who had acquired his rights in a trade with the Raiders.
The Texans, later the Kansas City Chiefs, supposedly upped the offer to $100,000, but in another room on a phone, Hirsch impersonated Gabriel and rejected the overture.
After finding out six months later, Gabriel harbored no ill will toward Hirsch and considered $15,000 an excellent offer for that period.
Fifty-one years ago, the average income was $5,500 and the NFL average salary $9,000. According to the CPI inflation calculator, $15,000 is the equivalent of $115,615 in 2013.
Gabriel spent 16 seasons in the NFL, participated in four Pro Bowls and captured NFL MVP in 1969.
McGlockton, a defensive lineman, made four Pro Bowls over 12 seasons.
After the 1992 draft, The Raiders gave McGlockton a $1.2 million signing bonus and a three-year deal for $5 million.
Before taking McGlockton, the Raiders did an extensive background check and contacted Hewett.
"I don't remember what teams called, but I heard from a lot of personnel guys,'' Hewett said. "They wanted to know about his family and his work ethic because the draft was becoming big business.''
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The music world was shocked and fans were left speechless on the night of September 7th, 1996 when rapper/actor Tupac Amaru Shakur (2Pac) was shot and killed in Las Vegas, NV. He was only 25-years-old.
Any time an individual who is considered larger than life is taken from the Earth too soon, people begin to immediately question the answers. That isn't at all a bad thing by the way. We as Americans should really trust the mainstream media for the truth to around the level we trust our dogs not to eat an unattended steak sitting next to them.
I didn't follow the 2Pac case very closely in 1996. I knew 2Pac well though. I even owned one of his records, 1993's "Strictly 4 My N****z." There was a lot of respect there, but in September of 1996 I had Pearl Jam's "No Code" in heavy rotation while much of the rest of the world was transfixed on what is arguably 2Pac's masterpiece – 1996's "All Eyez on Me." 2Pac was so big when his death crept up unexpectedly upon the world that my father even knew of him. I remember vividly having lunch with my father shortly after 2Pac's murder and him saying "It's a shame what happened to ol' Six-Pack Shocker." OK, so it's apparent my old man didn't follow mainstream music, but even he could realize what a tragedy the event was.
The news story went something like this. On September 7th, 1996 2Pac attended a fight at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas with a close entourage, including the president of his record label, Death Row Records, Suge Knight. After the boxing match, 2Pac and his entourage spotted a man named Orlando Anderson, an alleged Crips gang member from Compton, CA, in the casino lobby. A fight ensued, which was captured on the MGM Grand's video surveillance system. What happened next remains under debate still almost two decades later.
Upon leaving the MGM Grand, 2Pac and Suge Knight took a car together (Knight behind the wheel) as part of a convoy of entourage members in route to Club 662. At 11:05pm, 2Pac's car was stopped by police on Las Vegas Boulevard (better known as "The Strip"), for not having license plates attached. The plates were in the trunk, so the police let them carry on with their journey. Five minutes later at 11:10pm, while stopped at a red light at the intersection of Flamingo Road and Koval Lane, 2Pac interacted with two women in another car inviting them to Club 662. Five more minutes later at 11:15pm a white, four-door Cadillac pulled alongside the passenger side of 2Pac's car and opened fire. 2Pac was hit in the chest, waist, right hand, and right thigh. The chest shot had entered 2Pac's lung. The driver of the car, Suge Knight was only grazed in the head by a bullet fragment. 2Pac fought for his life in a Nevada hospital until September 13th, 1996 when internal bleeding and respiratory failure took the young man's life. He was cremated the following day.
This seemed pretty reasonable to me. It was clear that rappers in the 1990s gained publicity and admiration by creating conflict with other rappers and attempting to prove their gang and criminal-minded authenticity by living (or appearing to live) the life of a street thug turned gangsta. It's something that was (and still is) considered a life path to be romanticized. It's kind of like how outlaws in the wild west were (and still are) romanticized. Much of that culture we now know was fake, but brilliant marketing. In some cases though, it wasn't fake. People took it too far. Nobody should have ever have had to die over something like art. And nobody should have had to live in constant fear to sell some records either. At some point, the people involved could have stood back and just thought "this is f**king nuts." But common sense and forward-thinking never happened. 2Pac ended up not being the final casualty of this gang war over record sales.
It wasn't until a few years later when I began to hear the rumors that "2Pac is still alive." To me, that sounded pretty silly. It sounded kind of like a supermarket tabloid headline like "Elvis Re-incarnated as Bigfoot." Therefore, I never paid much attention to the many theories floating around. When looking into anything such as this, I want to see something physical. The incoherent ramblings of people listening to lyrics way too closely didn't interest me. I never saw anything physical relating to the case until I ran across some website somewhere, when I was probably bored to death, that pointed out some strange things in the what is now famous last known photo of 2Pac sitting in the car in which he was attacked minutes later. What was pointed out prompted me for the first time to take a closer look.
At the top of this article you can see the famous final photograph of 2Pac alive. Looks pretty normal doesn't it? Look closer at the photo gallery here. Did you see that there are no keys in the ignition? Pretty weird to drive a car with the ignition not engaged. Look at 2Pac himself in the same photo beside his US Army picture here. His eyes tell the story. It is quite possible that this is 2Pac's head on someone else's body all together. I'm not saying it's true. I'm saying it's very interesting to look at.
What else is out there regarding the case? After quite a lot of research, I found a lot. There is way too much to even mention in this article. Admittedly, there are also some pretty cuckoo theories out there. There is stuff as wacky as the "Jackie O killed JFK" theory. It's a lot to sift through. But on the eve of the 18th anniversary of the violent end to 2Pac's life, let's look at some things regarding the case that can make one's head turn and think again. Is this guy actually still alive?
• 2Pac loved poetry, playing with words, and especially imagery. He was a master of it. Shortly before his death 2Pac decided to begin calling himself "Makaveli." Historically, the real Nicolo Machiavelli authored works such as "The Art of War" in 1521 and was well-known for proposing the military strategy of faking one's own death to fool said enemy. Did 2Pac have enemies? I think we'd say give a big "yes" to that question. Was he facing serious jail time? The answer to that is "yes" as well. So if 2Pac wanted to be "reborn," as he stated in his lyrics, as a new person, following the advice of his new namesake would surely accomplish that. In a nutshell, did 2Pac have anything to gain from faking his own death? The answer is "yes."
• If 2Pac actually was murdered just like the case files say he was, was there motive anywhere other than an idiotic scuffle with a Crip in the MGM lobby? Could he have been set up? I'm not at all saying anyone there was involved, including Suge Knight, but Death Row Records stood to gain from the demise of its biggest money-maker at the time, 2Pac. At the time of the shooting, 2Pac is said to have been planning to leave Death Row Records and starting his own label called Makaveli Records. This is why he had so much unreleased music recorded by the way. If something were to happen to 2Pac while still under the Death Row umbrella, seems that Death Row would be apt to be able to keep all of the publishing, masters, and unreleased material. Something to think about.
• In the music video for "Live & Die in LA," one has to look closely to see something I would have never noticed if I hadn't read up on it extensively and had it pointed out to me. The Air Jordans he is wearing were not even around in 2Pac's lifetime. That's strange. I guess he could have had a time machine.
• 2Pac was cremated the day after he died. It's standard medical practice for an autopsy to be performed, especially in the case of foul play. Although later someone writing a book suddenly had 2Pac autopsy photos. An autopsy being performed is unlikely and almost impossible due to the accelerated timetable of the cremation.
• Official reports say that an ambulance arrived at the scene of the shooting and took 2Pac to the hospital. Suge Knight, the driver of the car, said he drove to the hospital and had a coherent conversation with the injured 2Pac along the way. Knight later changed that recollection to an ambulance showing up.
• The social security # listed on the coroner's report is 546-47-8539. It took some research to verify the theory, but it can be documented that this SSN was issued in California in 1977. 2Pac was born in Brooklyn, NY in 1971.
• The whole Makaveli thing gets stranger. Check out the album title: "Makaveli The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory." Are you good at anagrams? I am not, but it was pointed out to me from someone who is, this pretty cool anagram of that album title. "Ok on tha 7th u think I'm dead yet I'm really alive." Also interesting that he was shot on the 7th.
• Did you know that it is legal to fake your own death in the state of Nevada? That's the only place that is legal.
• Nicolo Machiavelli came back from faking his death 18 years later. A resurrection so to speak. Could we expect to see 2Pac actually showing back up alive in September 2014? Many people claim to have spotted him in Haiti and in Cuba over the years, but nothing concrete. Was he really shot just like the police reports say? Was he set up by those close to him? Or did he fake the whole thing to avoid jail time and rigors of fame and to return 18 years later like Machiavelli did? It's an interesting topic to ponder no matter your opinion. Only time will tell.
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Phil Chalmers is tour in 2011, 2012, and 2013 with 3 guests on his tour. Touring with Phil is good friend and longtime touring partner rap artist Wise. Wise not only can rap, but he is a very inspirational speaker. Wise can reach those hard to reach students with his message of hope, and life change. Wise was raised by a drug family in Brookly, the same drug family that Christopher "Notorious B.I.G." Wallace belonged to. Wise has never met his father, grew up robbing drug houses, and spent time in Rikkers Island. Today, he is married, and has five children of his own. His work has been featured on the latest 2Pac documentary, and Wise wrote and starred in the movie "Segragation Sunday." Also on tour with Phil will be 18-year-old rap artist Double A, who is a crowd favorite with the school crowds. He is a great entertainer, and his music style is similar to popular rap artist Lil Wayne. Also on some select tour dates is a teen named Jeff, who was bullied for 8 years, and will share the devastating consequences of bullying, and the life-changing decision he made three years ago. You students will relate to his story, and will listen to his advice.
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One of Herbie Hancock's first records as leader features a refreshing take on the concept of "Latin jazz." Rather than making overt gestures, such as the typical guajeos and montunos that pianists normally employ when performing in this style, Hancock—both in his playing and composition—opted for a more subtle approach. Hancock aims to explore the re-centering of his performance in a "Latin" context rather than pandering to any clichéd trope of what "Latin jazz" should sound like. This track is the only one on the album that has a pre-composed chord progression, although much is left up to the moment, including the melody, which, when restated is quite different from its original appearance. Situated in such an open structure, the group's attention to the possibilities of spontaneity infuses this music with engaging vitality.
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Well I thought I might take a little break from posting images from my trip to Donegal (and here, and here) and post a Floral Macro. It seems like an age since I had the opportunity to post one so I decided to show you something from this weekend. I had a chance to visit our local Botanical Gardens here in Dublin and, as many of you will know this is one of my favorite places to visit in Dublin. Even in the depths of Autumn it was still full of new blooms. This particular flower caught my eye amongst a garden that was a riot of colour. The delicate white flower with its very distinct lavender tips drew me as soon as I walked into the space.
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Northbound, Patagonia to the Equator
From January to August 2011 Hot Rock will be cragging throughout South America, from it's southernmost tip to the equator.
As usual the links on the right take you to the page for the relevant section of the trip... but you can also move the mouse over the map on the left to see what each red dot represents.
I've used every bit of experience gained from 4 years of running trips to try to make sure that this one is the best of all time.
We should be in climbing venues nearly 70% of the time, spending more time at the major crags rather than trying to stop off at every small piece of rock we find.
The timing and route are designed to ensure that we hit climbing season in every single destination through the trip.
Of course, as we rumble up the spine of the Andes, we'll make sure we don't miss any of the major non-climbing stuff either.
Enjoy the read and get in touch.