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Two members of Longwood community visit Burma, explore study-abroad possibilities
March 2, 2011
Two members of the Longwood University community recently visited a country where, for much of the population, two of the most pressing needs of everyday life are water and firewood.
Dr. Melanie Marks, professor of economics, and Deborah McWee spent 10 days in Myanmar (formerly known as Burma) in January just before the spring semester began. The trip was led by David Radcliff, director of New Community Project (NCP), a faith-based nonprofit organization concerned with environmental, agricultural, economic and human justice issues. This was an educational tour that provided opportunities to meet people from some of the ethnic groups in Myanmar and learn about environmental issues currently impacting the country.
"We went to the remotest hill tribes, who live in some of the poorest areas I've ever seen," said Marks, who left Jan. 5 and returned Jan. 17, less than 24 hours before the semester began. "In some of the places we visited, it's possible they have rarely interacted with white people before. Despite their poverty, these were some of the loveliest and most hospitable people I have ever met."
The trip evolved from the NCP presentation at the Longwood sustainability conference in March 2010. Deborah McWee, who has been an adjunct instructor in the Psychology Department and the Department of Education and Special Education, became interested in this trip after seeing an NCP brochure describing the tour. McWee spent the first 10 years of her life in Burma, where both parents had been appointed missionaries. Her father was head minister of a Baptist church in Rangoon (now Yangon). McWee went on the trip, her first return to Burma since her childhood, as did three students from other universities. She and Marks visited the hill tribe in the Shan State, then traveled to the Delta area which had been hit by Cyclone Nargis in May 2008.
"Economic development is desperately needed in the rural areas, and NCP is assisting with small grants to provide sewing machines, seed money for small enterprises such as raising pigs or making fish paste," Marks said. "As an economist, this was particularly fascinating for me to see how successful, or unsuccessful, these women's groups were in their first capitalistic venture."
In explaining her interest in participating in the Burma program, Marks said, "I'm starting to develop some expertise in Asia, and I wanted to visit a country that was less economically developed than those I have visited. I've led trips to Thailand and Malaysia, which are far more economically advanced than Burma, and this summer I'm running a study-abroad program at Qinzhou University in China, another country that is quickly developing."
Burma is the poorest country in southeast Asia and one of the poorest countries in the world. According to CIA data, its average annual income of $1,100 per person makes it poorer than Bangladesh, Haiti, and Uganda. It is often in the news due to pro-democracy opposition leader Suu Kyi, who was detained for 15 years, much of that time under house arrest, until being released in November 2010.
"For Americans, there is no cell phone reception in Burma, and you can't use credit cards," Marks said. "Our country has imposed trade and investment sanctions on Burma, which has been run since 1962 by a military junta. Other than the fact that the currency of choice is U.S. dollars and you will find an occasional Internet café in the cities, you can feel completely cut off from civilization, especially in the rural villages. There were times before my trip when I thought 'What have I gotten myself into?' You could tell you were in a country that is not free in the same way that we are as American citizens. It has a different feel, but it was not as intimidating as I had envisioned."
Marks has talked to the tour company about taking students to Burma. "There are great opportunities for study-abroad programs in Burma," she said. "Despite the sanctions, any U.S. citizen can go there, though you can't land in Burma using an American carrier. We flew into Thailand going and coming and continued to Burma on a domestic airline. I also hope our students get involved in New Community Project, whose mission is well connected to the Longwood focus on citizen leadership. Many of their global projects have no overhead; all of the money sent to them goes to help people in the countries where NCP is involved."
Much of Marks' and McWee's trip was spent in Burma's countryside. "We were off the beaten path; we didn't spend much time in cities," Marks said. "This was definitely not a luxury trip, although it was an incredible experience. There were nights we slept on a mat on cement floors in church buildings with no shower. We used outhouses on hills, sometimes walking past oxen to get there. We went to some places we could get to only on foot or by boat, walking up to about 12 miles into the mountains to live with one hill tribe. As we trekked to the hill communities, where we spent two nights and three days, we passed people in ox-carts, families who had traveled to the markets on foot, and monks in sandals and traditional robes. It often felt like being in another century."
"The people in the hill communities were always lovely and hospitable. They invited us into their homes and served us tea and asked us to stay for dinner, even though they had very little. In some of the villages we visited, the women would put out a beautiful spread of food for us - often bananas, dried fish, and their version of rice cakes. Both children and adults were clearly fascinated by us, especially by our pale skin. In one village, a young girl had painted 'LOVE' on both cheeks backward because she had written it in a mirror. The locals make a paste from the bark of a tree which they use to cover their faces, either to prevent sunburn or as makeup.
"In the rural communities, where many of the people are doing subsistence farming, the biggest needs are water and firewood. Some people have to go to another village to get water, sometimes walking up to two miles with their children, laundry and water jugs. The problem isn't always having enough water but rather getting it to the people. Nonprofits have funded some water projects by providing the materials needed to divert water from the hills. Apparently, offering a lunch of pork and rice is enough to get enough volunteer labor to dig trenches for the pipes. It's women's job to collect firewood, which consumes huge amounts of time. They strap a basket to their back and carry firewood as they travel miles from home. Families cook and heat over an open fire that is literally inside their homes. It's chilly in the hills, so there are a lot of respiratory problems as they breathe in the smoky air all day and night.
"Education also is a challenge in Burma. The government provides free education for girls and boys only up to the fifth grade, and in some remote areas it is difficult for the government to staff the schools with teachers. After fifth grade, children can continue their education only if they are able to afford a private school. In the remote villages, where there are not many schools, this often requires children to attend boarding schools. The New Community Project is funding girls' education under the theory that if you educate a girl, you can educate a village. The cost ranges from $250 to $500 for an academic year. Resources are limited, so students will not always use paper and pencils. Instead, they may use wood painted to create miniature chalkboards. Rural citizens also have little to no access to healthcare. When we stayed with the hill tribe, there was a medical clinic. However, we were told that it was almost never open since it had no medicines or supplies."
Marks and McWee visited, by boat, some of the areas in the Delta in the south that were devastated by Cyclone Nargis. The tropical cyclone, the worst natural disaster in Burma's recorded history and the eighth worst cyclone in history, killed at least 138,000 people.
"In one community, we were told they had lost more than two-thirds of their children in Nargis," Marks said. "The told us their account of surviving the cyclone - of the water rising over their houses, clinging to the branches of trees for 12 hours, and watching their children get swept away and being able to do nothing. And, sadly, the government knew the cyclone was coming, but, due to the lack of radios and cell phone in these areas, couldn't notify the people to evacuate. And even if they could have, it was not clear that there were enough boats to accommodate the need. A lot of these people live in thatched huts, have small gardens, and raise pigs. They lost everything they had. In the city of Panthein, we visited a boarding school that was trying to raise money to house and educate students who were orphaned by Nargis."
While spending the night in the former capital, Marks had an eye-opening experience with a food vendor selling food on a stick. "I gave her the equivalent of one dollar and 20 cents and signaled for her to sell me as much food as this small amount of money would buy. She started to pack up all of her stuff - her entire stand - and give it to me, but after she filled up two bags, I put up my hand to stop her. For $1.20, she would have given me her entire store! And her husband was so happy he came over to shake our hands. A lot of these people probably live on about a dollar or less a day. The food turned out to be fried potatoes and fried dough with a sweet chili dipping sauce and was quite delicious. We shared it with a homeless family that we passed on our way back to the hotel."
"The monetary and financial systems in Burma are quite distorted. The government has given businessmen an incentive to operate in the black market since the government has an artificial exchange rate that overvalues their currency. For example, if a Burmese businessman receives a wire transfer through a bank, the money will be converted into the Burmese currently using the government's exchange rate. But, the black market exchange rate is three times as high. So, it encourages businessmen to set up their finances in a country like Thailand in order to avoid the banks in Burma.
"Burma is a good example of the danger of having insecure private property rights, something that economists point to as being a deterrent to economic development. Citizens in Burma may own property, but their property rights are not secure. For example, we met with the head of an environmental organization that has been encouraging rural areas to reforest by developing community forests on their private lands. However, this made the land attractive to the government, which harvests timber to export. The community forests became targets for government takeover. The nonprofit organizations now promote family forests, which are more dispersed and not as attractive to the government. Lumber used to be moved by elephants; now it's moved by helicopter, suggesting that logging activities have increased dramatically in Burma, something that has created environmental challenges."
Burma is next door to Thailand, a country with similar resources, Marks went on to explain. "However, Thailand has enjoyed economic development and is currently seven to eight times richer than its neighbor. Burma is a living, breathing economics lesson that I would love to share with my students."
McWee and Marks visited the church, Immanuel Baptist Church, that McWee's father once pastored. It's in the former capital, now Yangon, which remains the country's commercial center. "It's across the square from the Sule Pagoda, which is called the 'peace pagoda,'" McWee said. "The church, which has multiple-language congregations, was easy to find and still looks the same as I remembered it."
McWee said that she and Marks visited Karen villages in the Ayeyarwaddy River delta (the Karen are one of Burma's more than 30 tribal groups); Palaung villages in the Shan State in the north and east; and Inle Lake, which is "famous for its floating lotus-vine island villages and unique style of fishing in which, while standing, they row with one leg wrapped around the oar."
"Overall, Burma is a beautiful country with wonderful people, and I hope to be back there, perhaps with Longwood students, in the near future," Marks said.
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Im not sure exactly what suitemates are, but im guessing it is somthing like a housemate. If that is the case, buy can i sympathise ... i can't believe how inconsiderate some people you live with can be! I hope your finger is ok and not giving you any trouble. finger pad cuts can bleed like anything!
I am currenty living with a guy, not through choice, the university simply allocated us to the same house, who is an absolute nightmare. He is completely oblivious to everything. If i ask him (or tell him) to do the cleaning he will ... but only if i very specifically ask him too. We have lived in this house since the beggining of October and he has only put the bin out for collection twice, both on occasions i have specifically asked him too. When i asked him to again last week, he said he wasnt sure which day it was collected. we have been living in ths house for over 6 months and he doesnt know what day the rubbish is collected!! I puts leftover food in tuberware whilst it is still warm, seals it and then leaves it on the counter top for days (even weeks) not touching it, not noticing that it has gone grean and then gets annoyed if i through it out or even suggest that he may want to do somthing with it. HE is completely oblivious!!
worst of all i whent on holiday last month for a week and cam back to find that the framed phot my brother had given me for Christmas (of his wedding) was no longer on the window ledge. I looked around and found it with the glass in shards stacked on a shelf. I asked housemate what had happened and he said he had accidently knocked it off (ok accidents happen) so was waiting to se what he should do. HOW ABOUT THROW AWAY THE BROKEN GLASS . he then offered to replace the frame .. this was a month ago .. i still have no framed picture.
Sorry for hijacking your thread Lizardknits, i think i neded the excuse to rant.
I dont mind you ranting
and yes, a suitemate is like a housemate
I live in a suite style dorm on campus in a corner suite, which means that I have 4 suitemates (two remain, two have left for the summer) non corner suites have 4 people living in them
im sorry to hear about the troubles you have had with your housemate
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Director Hunak Deshmukh had made it clear to both Emraan and Soha that there has to be a lip-locking scene, as the couple are into a live-in relationship. However, problem started when they were asked to kiss one more time for a song sequence.
Soha revealed that she was reluctant to go for the second kiss at first, as she was told of only one kiss scene. She added that she agreed to kiss the second time after the director convinced her. However, the kiss was sweet and shot in good taste. In fact, it has added spice to the beautiful song.
Emraan also bats for Soha. He said that she has every right to turn down the second kiss, as they were told that the film has only one kiss scene. He added that Soha understood the need of another kiss and they did it comfortably.
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There's plenty going on over the long Thanksgiving weekend that your things to do have been arranged by date. Note, some events spill into the weekend so make sure to read the italics for details.
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Father Joe's Villages Thanksgiving 5k Run/Walk
7:30 a.m. Thursday. San Diego Museum of Man, 1350 El Prado, Balboa Park. $25 to $42; (619) 239-2001 or thanksgivingrun.org.
Before that big Thanksgiving feast, head out for a 5K run to benefit homelessness.
Holiday of Lights
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Those of you not going to those early Black Friday sales can relax at this drive-through lights display that has scenes including elves playing volleyball to frolicking animals. Tip: stop for a peppermint or pumpkin flavored drink to make it extra festive.
33rd annual San Diego Jazz Fest
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"Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas!"
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He's mean, he's green, and now he's 15. There's one new addition to this annual family tradition: an "autism-friendly" performance, scheduled for Dec. 15. (Jim Hebert)
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8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar. $18; $6 ages seven to 12. (925) 838-9876 or good-guys.com.
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Pomegranate Days
1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Oasis Camel Dairy, 26757 Old Julian Highway, Ramona. $15 adult; $12 for ages 60 and older; $10 ages four to 16; free for ages three and younger. (760) 787-0983 or cameldairy.com.
Feed camels one of their favorite treats at this festival: pomegranates! The day also features camel rides, a bird show and shopping at the gift shop that includes camel milk soap. Warning: pomegranates are messy so dress appropriately.
Trey Songz,
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The R&B singer brings his "Chapter V" tour to San Diego with Miguel & The Kaleidoscope Dreams Experience and Elle Varner.
"Clean Comedy Experience"
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This is a PG-rated comedy show that puts on "clean, sharp-edged stand-up comedy for all tax brackets."
Tim Flannery & Berkley Hart, with special guest Steve Poltz
9 p.m. Saturday. Java Joe's (inside the Ocean Beach Surf & Skate Shop), 4976 Newport Ave., Ocean Beach. $20; (619) 354-5637 or javajoessd.com
Flannery will perform "21 Days," which chronicles the Giants' recent come-from-behind playoff series victories against the Cincinnati Reds and St. Louis Cardinals for the National League pennant. (The Giants went on to win the World Series, sweeping the Detroit Tigers in four games.) (George Varga)
2 p.m. Sunday. Continues through December. Under the Big White Top, Petco Park, downtown. $44.50 to $229.50; cavalia.net.
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Former Wichita Wingnuts' slugger C.J. Ziegler has signed a contract with the Minnesota Twins and will report to spring training with the organization in February.
The 28- year old infielder enjoyed a record-breaking 2013 campaign. Playing in all 107 games at first base, Ziegler hit .316 while also setting both an American Association and Wingnuts' single-season record 30 home runs. He also led the league by driving in 100 runs. In addition, Ziegler finished in the top ten in the American Association in runs scored, doubles, walks, on-base percentage, and slugging percentage. On August 21 he hit for the first cycle in franchise history against Gary SouthShore. His impressive numbers earned him both American Association Player of the Year and Baseball America's Independent Player of the Year for 2013.
"It was a fun two years having C.J. on our ball club," said Wingnuts' manager Kevin Hooper. "For him to be named player of the year is a special achievement. He had a terrific season and was a huge part of our team's success on the field. We wish him the best of luck."
The Tucson, AZ native spent a pair of seasons with the Wingnuts and leaves as the all-time leader in home runs (48) and second in RBI (161). In his two seasons in Wichita Ziegler hit .317 in 165 games, drew 92 walks, and racked up a .640 slugging percentage.
Ziegler is the fourth player the Wingnuts have sold to a Major League organization in 2013 and the 19th all-time.
Wingnuts Sold to Major League Organizations
OF Dustan Mohr, 2008 - Colorado Rockies
RHP Will Savage, 2010 - Los Angeles Dodgers
RHP Ben Graham, 2010 - Washington Nationals
LHP Justin Dowdy, 2010 - Tampa Bay Rays
OF Ryan Patterson, 2011 - Arizona Diamondbacks
LHP Dustin Pease, 2011 - San Diego Padres
RHP Cephas Howard, 2011 - Texas Rangers
OF Kenny Gilbert, 2011 - Chicago White Sox
OF Brent Clevlen, 2011 - Cincinnati Reds
OF Brent Clevlen, 2011 - Philadelphia Phillies
SS Jose Martinez, 2012 - Houston Astros
LHP Nate Robertson, 2012 - Toronto Blue Jays
RHP Matt Nevarez, 2012 - Tampa Bay Rays
RHP Andrew Aizenstadt, 2012 - Philadelphia Phillies
RHP James Hoyt, 2012 - Atlanta Braves
OF Adam Buschini, 2013 - San Diego Padres
RHP Jon Link, 2013 - Detroit Tigers
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PUA dirtbag on why some women should be treated like "disposable blowup dolls."
I've heard tell that some Pickup Artists aren't actually misogynistic pieces of shit. Unfortunately, I keep running across guys like Firepower here, whose blog I discovered only yesterday, and purely by accident (though evidently I've quoted him off the Spearhead a couple of times before)
Here he is doing some wonderful PR work for his fellow PUAs, defending them (and himself) against accusations that they treat women like "disposable blow-up dolls." Not so, says Firepower:
The only women puas treat as "disposable blow up dolls"
Are the actual real-life disposable blow up dolls.
That might seem like a pretty revealing confession on his part. But it turns out that by "actual real-life disposable blow up dolls" he doesn't actually mean "actual real-life disposable blow up dolls." He means, you know, sluts.
The barsluts and bimbos. The inveterate Jersey Housewives fan. The JWOWW's of the world. Not female author types: The barslut dolls should be (and once were) the obvious natural enemy of good females. Barsluts = BAD females. Bad females are a Fuck & Chuck.
Not to be confused with Chuck & Buck.
Also, aren't PUAs the very definition of barsluts themselves? Don't they spend most of of their time in bars trying to have sex with every "hot" woman who will talk to them?
Never mind, because Firepower is off and running again, offering his fascinating opinions on how feminism is to blame for all the barsluts he runs across out there while he is
barslutting gaming women.
Feminism was the worst Western Decline Symptom to happen to males vis-à-vis male courtship roles; it created entitled tattooed sluts with foul mouths and so many sex-partners that any decent man would cringe at the number. What True Man would marry a girl with a 300+ penis score – a proud whore who's actually LOUD about it? It's why roosh fled america. Good women are low notch women.
Somehow I'm guessing the real reason Roosh fled America was because too many American women were calling him on his bullshit.
Feminism is only beneficial in the now facile, guilt-free, post-sex disengagement ritual freeing males from traditional chivalry via the implicit easy-exit Feminism unwittingly unleashed.
Was that even a sentence?
Dude, I think you might need to put down your copy of Day Bang and pick up Strunk and White.
Today, males get to naturally spread their seed and – as a true bonus – get a guilt-free conscience and total pass from a Feminist Society. Who feels guilty about dumping a drunken Sloppopotamus with a foul mouth – who bragged to you at the bar she slept with fifty other males?
You know, this, uh, "Sloppopotamus," is probably not interested in having a long-term relationship with you either. I mean, come on, who the fuck would want to spend more than a few minutes in your presence?
Abuse the bad ones; treat them like condoms. Cherish the good ones.
Somehow I suspect that being "cherished" by Firepower would be the even worse fate here.
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And women like guys who can sing. Peter Pan has songs from two different versions!
They could sing Men in Tights too, just to round out the repertoire.
But isn't Peter Pan traditionally played by a woman onstage? This could get really complicated.
Shhh, don't tell them that, it'll ruin the plan!
To all of Little David commentes, you can defend the Tub of Lard all you want, the fact is that every night he has a RealDoll (Latex and hard) while the PUA community are sleeping to wet squishy women, with RealSkin.
Says the dude who was posting at 11:01 Central Time.
I don't know about everyone, but most of the people I know aren't bragging about their sex lives (well, a couple of the Orthodox women of my acquaintance complain that the rules frustrate them some, I suppose that's saying they'd be having more sex with their husbands if they could).
But you go on dreaming about Dave and a RealDoll, if that's what floats your boat.
If there is to be any reform of the LAPD as a result of this the shooting at citizens is the most likely seed crystal.
And yeah, Oakland (and San Jose, jesus fucking christ on a mutherfuckin' pogo stick), are scary as all get out.
And yeah, they don't plan to take him in. If they do, I'd not be surprised if he, "committed suicide" in custody.
Shhh, don't tell them that, it'll ruin the plan!
Too late! It's already misandry.
And the solution to that misandry is a Men's Tights movement.
The re-written version of the play will feature Peter telling Wendy to fuck off because she's obviously a hypergamous slut and he doesn't have time for that while he's building bridges and inventing the modern world because man.
And the solution to that misandry is a Men's Tights movement.
Please accept your prize of teh internets. In green velvet, with a feather and dagged edges.
But isn't Peter Pan traditionally played by a woman onstage? This could get really complicated.
Perhaps, although this is the add for a Peter Pan play going right now in Stockholm: data:image/jpeg;base64,[encoded data, 11244 characters]
I wonder if that's somehow misandrist? (I've heard Sweden is misandrist as a country, so probably.)
Sorry, weird link fail, I'll try again:
But isn't Peter Pan traditionally played by a woman onstage? This could get really complicated.
I'd accept that Peter as a PUA. And if there is a better example of a guy trying to look beautiful, that is peacocking, I haven't seen it.🙂
Yeah, he's even flailing about a big sheet to form a sort of peacock tail behind him!
I think I'd rather most PUA Peter Pans kept their shirts on, though.
@The Kittehs'
We'll just get the trend started somewhere really cold.
Eurosabra: He probably did violate several statutes and is probably criminally liable for the steps he took, with his confession online. But you, gaslighting fuckwit that you are† excuse him. You describe him as both, a criminal personality (even if unpunished), but also lump him in with the, "good PUA (such as yourself).
That's why we say PUA is full of assholes and predators, because you say it's full of assholes and predators.
† could it be this is an attempt to gaslight us… calling him, "problematic"?
Some Gal – the east coast of the US right now sounds like a good place to start. Brrr!
@The Kittehs'
You are so right. (At least it is sunny.)
Yuck David. How did you pick up such a large bunch of pious turds? (not everyone here of course). I did mean to put a **** TRIGGER WARNING **** for the turds who (DAILY) JUST LOVE to read about how teh menz HATE THEM but continue to post what they think is their edgy wit sans any of what they perceive as discrimination, but I forgotz. So killllllz me. Oh no but that would be an affront to murderers. Just because a murderer might want to murder somebody, doesn't mean they want to murder ME! Discrimination! Crimminy! So anyway, pious turds, I've read enough of your boring shit, whoops I mean edgy wit, to determine that I don't give a flying fuck what you think. I am talking to David. So please feel free to just bypass my posts when you read my name and have the decency not to comment thereon. Please.
I don't give a flying fuck what you think.
Yes. That is totally why you're commenting and talking very loudly about how much you don' care what we think.
I am talking to David.
Then email him and shut up.
So please feel free to just bypass my posts when you read my name and have the decency not to comment thereon. Please.
THEN OMG SHUT UP. It's not that HARD.
Sandra… if you don't want people to respond to what you post… have the decency to refrain from posting.
Because it's not piety† it's being aware the world doesn't revolve around us, and remembering that other people have feelings. It's empathy. It's thinking that being decent to other people is a positive good.
Things you, apparently, disdain.
† which you, with such a clever, and original wit, tried to use to make those who disagree with you into narrow-minded prudes who aren't adult enough, or open-minded enough or whatever it is you think you possess in greater quantity, and which you think makes you superior, and let's you be, "edgey" or whatever bit of self-praise you use to justify being a run of the mill asshole.
Yuck David. How did you pick up such a large bunch of pious turds?
The same way he gets tendentious dimwits… decent writing.
Odds are, the "pious turds" will still be here, long after you've been forgotten. Why? Because they are decent to other people, and so are pleasant to be around.
Just sayin'.
Sorry for being snippy, just… David's email is RIGHT THERE. On the front page. If you want to JUST talk to David, then just email him!
Also, I am just really crabby today, and not really buying the whole, "Waltz into a room and shriek, 'DON'T PAY ATTENTION TO ME BTW U SUCK" shebang.
Wow. Being a shrieking look-at-me troll is edgy? Suggesting that not using mental illness as a catch-all insult for assholes, criminals and creeps is pious?
Who knew.
RE: Argenti
Yeah, like I mentioned, more and more the word 'problematic' is getting associated with weasel words with me. I mean, 'problematic' to me is like a bad movie plot. If you want to say that someone is an asshat, or says racist bullshit, or whatever, just SAY it. Don't mask it with a word like 'problematic,' which suggests there are problems but won't come outright and say what they are.
Shit the fuck up sounds entirely appropriate for Sandra!😀
Or there's this version, of course.
RE: Argenti
Space heater! Needs more space heater! And blankets! And wool.
I think I've just spent too much time on tumblr. Even though I rarely reblog or do political stuff myself, I run into enough of it that the word 'problematic' is just getting forever tainted in my brain.
Sorry Argenti, but your eternal struggle with autocorrect is pretty funny😀
Don't mask it with a word like 'problematic,' which suggests there are problems but won't come outright and say what they are.
I think I only use "problematic" for sarcastic understatements, nowadays. Like, MRAs wanting all women to be put in brothels and raped? PROBLEMATIC.
Just wanting to talk to the host is just another way of trying to get her ideas heard by everyone without anyone else's replies also getting heard. Get your own blog!
Sandra needs to learn how to internet. Talking only to the host is not how blog comments sections work.
katz: You're right, it's a special sort of arrogance to think that she is a special snowflake, and Dave will be more interested in her comments than ours. It's also asking us to give her a privileged platform.
I suspect her own blog would be a bit lacking in traffic; esp. if she has this sort of reaction to comments which disagree.
Go piss up a slide, you bigoted, gender-policing pile of self-righteous fuck.
PS I like kitties.
Do you have any hot water bottles in the house? One of those plus staying in bed and reading etc there is what we used to do in Scotland when the heating went out.
Transmission to: All Cats
Subject: I like you
BCC: Everyone Else
I like you. (The cats, not everyone else. (You all are pretty okay, too, though (Cats, please ignore these parenthetical statements).).).
PS, Hey everyone else, what is it with clueless trolls and thinking publicly visible comments are private communication? That's, like, two in just about one day. I noticed Antzy also used to take the Wagon Slayer tack (i.e. it's so awful for manboobz to publicly talk about things MRAs/MGTOWs publicly talk about in public).
Also, fleece? Much as I don't care for it from an aesthetic perspective, it really does work as far as keeping you warm.
Yeah, people say 'problematic,' I think of River Tam trying to eat her snowball on a string.
And Argenti, I was fairly 'meh' on Nolan's Batman movies in general. And honestly, I'm pretty okay with Dent's face-heel turn. There's only so much multifail I can stand. (Oh joy, another system with the EBIL BAD ALTER and apparently it never occurs to them that you can create a fair system governance that's more reliable than fucking RANDOM CHANCE.)
As for staying warm, I second the blankets and hot water bottles. I never encountered those till I was in NZ, but man, they were nice.
What I'd really like is for these to become common in all areas with cold climates, since they allow you to combine snuggling under blankies with a heat source with actually interacting with other people if you want to. You can get the whole (small) family to sit around one.
Oooh, that'd be perfect for when Mr and I are playing chess at the coffee-table. Though we'd have to move really fast to get in before the furry competitors took it over.


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Food tasted alright but service was terrible. You should expect a crowd at lunch time buffet and prepare for it. Bringing out 2 small/ medium pizzas and expecting it to feed the entire restaurant is ridiculous. Spent 45 minutes there and had 3 small pieces of pizza. Cook larger pies for your lunch buffet and cut back on the dessert pizzas.
Pizza Delight never disappoints. Reasonable priced pizza, garlic fingers and sides and friendly and quick service. Probably the best eat-in pizza in town (take out is also available). Location could be better, the Pearlgate plaza (Dominion/Walmart/Canadian Tire) is not that walkable of an area but if you're driving it's fine.


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Razer's Ultimate keyboard
Subject: General Tech | January 22, 2013 - 06:18 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
Tagged: input, mechanical keyboard, gaming, razer, blackwidow ultimate
With a name like Razer Blackwidow Ultimate, this new mechanical keyboard has a lot to live up to. It comes with the Razer Synapse software familiar to many, which allows you to program the LED lights behind the keyboard for mood typing as well as programming up to 10 profiles with different keys and macro key settings. It has headset and microphone jacks for those not using a USB headset and USB-Passthrough for those that do. R&B Mods like the overall performance and look of the keyboard but were a bit taken aback by the $135 asking price. It also seems strange that Razer does not advertise the type of mechanical switch this keyboard uses.
"Mechanical keyboards are high demand these days as more and more people have realized how nice they are to game on with their quick response time and keys. Today we are going to review the Razer Blackwidow Ultimate mechanical keyboard, it will be tested in various situations and also see if it is better than the competition that we have tested in the past."
Here is some more Tech News from around the web:
- MadCatz S.T.R.I.K.E.5 PC Keyboard @ eTeknix
- CM Storm Trigger (Cherry MX Green) Mechanical Gaming Keyboard @ Tweaktown
- Cooler Master CM Storm Trigger Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Review @ Madshrimps
- Cooler Master CM Storm Power-RX Hybrid Mouse Pad @ Tweaktown
- Mionix Naos 8200 Gaming Mouse @ Tweaktown
- Tt eSPORTS Level 10 M Gaming Mouse Review @ TechwareLabs
- Steelseries World of Warcraft Wireless Gaming mouse @ Rbmods
- Tt eSports Level 10 M Mouse Review @ Hardware Secrets
2012; the year of the mouse?
Subject: General Tech | January 10, 2013 - 07:03 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
Tagged: gaming mouse, CMStorm, steelseries, roccat, logitech, razer, madcatz
Gaming peripherals were a very large market in 2012, with Cherry switches suddenly becoming a household name and with gamers actually arguing over the best type of switch for keyboards. That was not the only big change for gaming peripherals as this year has seen many companies make a serious effort to make a name as a provider of gaming mice and established companies adding new features to their existing products. If you have had trouble deciding which mouse best fits your needs, this roundup at MadShrimps might be of help. They've included the CMStorm Sentinel Advance II, the Cyborg R.A.T. 7, SteelSeries' Sensei RAW, the Roccat Kone XTD, Razer's Imperator 2012 and the Logitech G300; one of which should suit your gaming needs.
"In this group test I will focus on a specific feature and gaming goal to reduce the variables as we go on a quest to find some of the best First-Person-Shooter wired mouse out there. To properly gauge the performance of my new gaming rodents I spend several weeks with each to get to know the ins and outs, their features and deliver a good dose of my personal opinions on these mice."
Here is some more Tech News from around the web:
- AZiO Levetron CM-2000 Gaming Mouse @ Tweaktown
- TTesports Level 10M Gaming Mouse @ Rbmods
- ROCCAT KONE Pure Gaming Mouse @ Benchmark Reviews
- TT eSPORTS Level 10 M Gaming Mouse Review @ Hardware Canucks
- Ozone Xenon Gaming Mouse @ techPowerUp
- Gigabyte Force M7 Thor Mouse Review @ Hardware Secrets
- Tt eSPORTS Level 10 M Gaming Mouse Review @ Legit Reviews
- Cmstorm Quickfire TK @ Rbmods
CES 2013: Razer Edge Back Again. Fiona Always Was Edgy.
Subject: General Tech, Systems, Mobile, Shows and Expos | January 9, 2013 - 02:58 AM | Scott Michaud
Tagged: CES, ces 2013, razer
Last year Project Fiona was presented by Razer and we felt as awkward about it as it looked.
This is a new year and it looks like Razer took a bit of feedback from critics of yester-CES. The design itself looks quite similar than it did except that the controller-handles are now detachable. The Edge can operate in four different modes: tablet, keyboard, the controller-handles, and "home console" mode.
The Home Console mode allows you to dock your tablet and access it using 3 USB ports, HDMI, and 3.5mm audio in/out. You can use it as a desktop or as a home theatre PC. Also with Steam's Big Picture Mode it sees the big picture as a potential Steam Box.
The technical specifications are slightly more solid than last year:
- Intel Core i7 (2 core, 4 threads) @ 1.9GHz Turbo to 3.0GHz
- Intel HD 4000/NVIDIA GT 640M LE
- Intel WLAN (B/G/N + Bluetooth 4.0)
- 10.1" IPS 1366x768 10-point touchscreen
- Windows 8
So what do you think? While I expect it will be out of my budget and I would probably just barely survive on 256GB due to recent 20-25GB games -- I think it looks pretty good.
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Razer Announces Updated Orochi Mouse For Mobile Gaming
Subject: General Tech | November 27, 2012 - 01:31 PM | Tim Verry
Tagged: razer orochi, razer, PC, mouse, mobile, laptop, gaming
Razer has been on an updating kick this month with a number of its gaming mice being refreshed with better hardware and support for Synapse 2.0 (cloud syncing) software. This time, Razer is turning to its mobile lineup and giving the Orochi an upgrade for a 2013 release.
The ambidextrous mouse can be used in a wired or wireless configuration. While the original Orochi featured a 4000 DPI laser sensor, the updated model upgrades the sensor to 6400 DPI. Further, Razer has bumped up the Bluetooth radio to one rated at Bluetooth 3.0 specifications. Powered by two AA batteries, Razer has reportedly improved battery life by a significant margin. The company rates the mobile gaming mouse at up to 30 hours of continuous gaming, and three months of normal use.
The refreshed mouse maintains the traditional LED-lit scroll wheel, mouse buttons, and two side buttons of the original Orochi. Interestingly, it comes in a shinier "chrome" colored variant in addition to the standard black blade addition.
The refreshed Orochi 2013 is available for pre-order now for $69.99. According to the Razer website, the blade edition will ship in 1-2 weeks and the chrome variant will ship in a little over a month.
Razer Refreshes Krait Gaming Mouse With Better Sensor
Subject: General Tech | November 27, 2012 - 09:53 AM | Tim Verry
Tagged: razer, mouse, mice, krait, gaming, 6400 dpi, 4G sensor
Earlier this month Razer announced that it would be updating its DeathAdder gaming mouse with a new sensor and texturized grips. Now, it looks as though the peripheral company is going to be updating its Krait mouse as well.
The budget gaming mouse will be getting an updated 4G infrared sensor that has a maximum of 6400 DPI resolution for sniping precision. The DPI can be changed on the fly with the Krait as well. Measuring 116mm x 52mm x 36mm and weighing 85 grams, Razer has kept the same overall form factor and design as the original Krait, but has removed the strip of LEDs on the side and replaced them with new texturized rubber grips that are designed to improve grip. Support for Synapse 2.0 is also coming to the new Krait mouse, which will allow you to sync your mouse settings to other computers.
Compared to the original Krait's 1600 DPI, the updated model should bring the classic design into the hands of modern gamers that are used to higher precision mice. At least that's the idea. It will be interesting to see how well received Razer's updated designs will be.
According to EXPreview, the updated Krait will cost 299 Yuan, which works out to just under $50 USD. Unfortunately, there is no word on a specific release date.
Razer Updates Its DeathAdder Mouse With Better Sensor, Texturized Grips
Subject: General Tech | November 24, 2012 - 10:31 AM | Tim Verry
Tagged: synapse 2.0, razer, mouse, gaming mouse, deathadder
Razer recently announced an update to its DeathAdder gaming mouse. Orginally released in 2006, the company is refining the design with a better sensor, improved grips, and support for its latest Synapse software.
On the outside, Razer has kept the same right-handed optimized design, but it added rubberized side grips with texture that the company believes will improve grip and control. The internals of the mouse have also been updated as Razer has included an improved 4G infrared sensor. According to Razer, the new sensor is capable of 6400 DPI resolution. Other specifications of the sensor include 200 inches per second and 50G acceleration ratings. The new DeathAdder also supports Razer's new Synapse 2.0 firmware software which allows cloud syncing of your mouse settings.
Razer USA president Robert Krakoff had the following to say abou the updated design:
"We didn't want to fix anything that wasn't broken," said Robert "RazerGuy" Krakoff, president of Razer USA. "We focused instead on enhancing and optimizing the proven merits of the Razer DeathAdder, utilizing next generation technologies and further ergonomics tweaks to make a perfect gaming mouse even better."
Of course, the DeathAdder features five programmable buttons, Razer's Ultraslick mouse feet, gold-plated USB connector, and a seven foot braided cable.
Dimensions of the updated DeathAdder are 1.27 mm (L) x 70 mm (W) x 1.73 mm (H). Further, it weighs in at 105 grams or approximately 0.23 pounds.
The new version of the DeathAdder is available now worldwide for $69.99 in the US or €69.99 in the EU.
Razer's Taipan can strike from the left hand or the right
Subject: General Tech | November 22, 2012 - 06:38 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
Tagged: ambidextrous, gaming mouse, razer, taipan, input
The stats on the packaging of the Razer Taipan Ambidextrous Gaming Mouse are impressive, an 8200 DPI 4G dual sensor system, 1000MHz ultra-polling and nine programmable buttons make this a serious gaming mouse but for many it will be the fact that this mouse can be comfortably used with either hand. Of course since it is symmetrical there is no way to adjust the length, width or height of the mouse as some other companies have been experimenting with. MadShrimps like the performance of the mouse in office applications as well as gaming but were not as impressed with Razer requiring you to create an account to have access to their software suite and, for some reason, they wanted more LEDs.
"The new Taipan ambidextrous mouse from Razer weights no more than 132 grams, comes with a high performance 4G Dual Sensor System with 8200DPI and makes use of the Razer Synapse 2.0 software for easy customization of the 9 programmable Hyperesponse buttons."
Here is some more Tech News from around the web:
- Roccat Kone XTD @ HardwareHeaven
- CM Storm Recon Mouse with Skorpion Bungee Review @ Hi Tech Legion
- Steelseries Sensei MLG edition @ Funkykit
- ogitech t620 Touch Mouse & t400 Zone Touch Mouse @ Hardware.info
- SteelSeries Black Ops 2 Peripherals @ LanOC Reviews
- Rosewill RK-9100 Illuminated Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Review @ Legit Reviews
- Matias Quiet Pro Keyboard for Mac Review @ Madshrimps
- Tesoro Durandal Ultimate Mechanical keyboard @ Rbmods
Razer Launches $129 Ouroboros Gaming Mouse
Subject: General Tech | July 31, 2012 - 04:54 AM | Tim Verry
Tagged: razer ouroboros, razer, mouse, gaming mouse
Gaming peripheral company Razer recently released a new high-end gaming mouse called the Razer Ouroboros. Named after an ancient symbol of a serpent or dragon, the Ouroboros is by no means using outdated technology. For $129 USD or €129.99 in Europe, the Ouroboros offers up wired or wireless connectivity, and a 12 hour battery life in an ambidextrous design. Users can adjust the length of the mouse as well as the angle of the back arch. Additionally, the Ouroboros mouse comes with one of two side panels for each side (four total) that can be switched out to make it right or left handed.
The new Razer mouse comes from the company's Mamba pedigree. Specifically, it is packing an improved version of the 4G Dual Sensor technology that boasts up to 8,200dpi resolution. In the wireless mode, the Ouroboros features a 1ms response time and a claimed 1000 Hz polling rate. It is powered by a single AA battery that can provide up to 12 hours of use on a single charge for long gaming sessions (general desktop use and standby time should extend the battery life much more). The Ouroboros also includes LED lighting, left and right mouse buttons, a scroll wheel, and dedicated DPI switching buttons. The company's Synapse 2.0 software is also compatible with Razer's new mouse.
The Ouroboros will be available some time in Q4 2012 for $129.99. Razer has set up a website for more information and photos of the new gaming mouse which you can find at razerzone.com/ouroboros. As a long-time user of the original (pre-dual sensor tech) Mamba, the new Ouroboros looks to be a promising gaming mouse. Just about the only feature it doesn't seem to have is adjustable weights, which always seemed like a neat feature to have.
Is it worth $129? It's hard to say without getting my hands on it in person, but it certainly looks good! What do you think?
A baker's dozen of mice, all still in possession of their tails
Subject: General Tech | May 14, 2012 - 03:43 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
Tagged: input, gaming mouse, logitech, saitek, razer, roccat, corsair, epicgear
A sampler of gaming mice from a wide variety of companies is now available at Hardware.Info, which can be a handy tool for those looking for a new mouse. No longer is it choice between Logitech and Microsoft, the list of companies supplying the mice includes A4 Tech, Corsair, Epicgear, Razer, Saitek and more. If you want a large heavy mouse, one designed for macro button programming or a mouse you can adjust into a variety of shapes to ensure the most comfortable fit for your hand then this roundup has you covered. There is no winner, as everyone wants a little something different from their own mouse but if you'd like an idea of what is out there then they have you covered.
"To many computer users the mouse is just a necessary little tool for operating their computer. As long as it has two buttons and a wheel and the cursor goes where it's supposed to, most people are satisfied. Gamers are more demanding, however, in terms of comfort, performance, and features. We reviewed 13 gaming mice to find out what's currently out there.
A decent mouse is crucial for the serious gamer, that is why we are in the habit of regularly doing a round-up of the latest gaming mice. The 13 mice in this comparison test vary quite a bit in price, from £45 to £69. It's a pretty big difference, which should mean that the performance and features should differ significantly as well. The only way of finding this out for sure is by a thorough test. And that's exactly what we did."
Here is some more Tech News from around the web:
- Roccat Kone+ @ Bjorn3D
- SteelSeries Kana Mouse Review @ XtremeComputing
- CM Storm Sentinel Advance II Laser Mouse @ Benchmark Reviews
- Corsair Vengeance M90 Mouse Review @ Hardware Secrets
- MadCatz Official Xbox 360 Force Feedback Racing Wheel Review @ eTeknix
- CM Storm Trigger Gaming Keyboard Review @ Techgage
- Tesoro Durandal & Durandal Ultimate Gaming Keyboards @ Metku.net
- Cmstorm Trigger mechanical gaming keyboard review @ Rbmods
- Corsair Vengeance K90 MMO Keyboard Review @ Techgage
- Corsair Vengeance K90 Keyboard @ TechwareLabs
How many mechanical switches before a mouse starts becoming a keybaord?
Subject: General Tech | April 23, 2012 - 04:20 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
Tagged: input, mouse, gaming mouse, razer, Naga Hex Expert, mechanical keyboard
Not content with simply having 11 programmable buttons, the 6 removable thumb buttons on the Razer Naga Hex Expert gaming mouse use mechanical switches. That is not just a marketing ploy however, this will allow very quick response from the buttons as well as giving them a longer life than less rugged choices. Also included with this mouse is support for Synapse 2.0, the updated Razer mouse driver which Mad Shrimps found quite easy to use.
If you prefer your mechanical keys on a keyboard then check out what Scott has been up to.
"The new mouse from the Naga family is Hex and Razer has built it for MOBA and Action RPGs; it comes with 6 extra buttons on the thumb side and 3 different rubber thumb rests are also provided, to suit our needs. The customization of the mouse functions can be realized by using the powerful Razer Synapse 2.0 software, which can be downloaded freely from the manufacturers' website."
Here is some more Tech News from around the web:
- Corsair Vengeance M90 Laser Gaming Mouse @ Benchmark Reviews
- Epic Gear Meduza HDST Gaming Mouse & Hybrid Mousepad Review @ eTeknix
- Leetgion Hellion Gaming Mouse Review @ NikKTech
- Star Wars: The Old Republic - Branded Razer Peripherals @ Bjorn3D
- CM Storm Trigger Mechanical Gaming Keyboard @ techPowerUp
- CM Storm QuickFire Pro Gaming Keyboard Review @ Techgage
- Corsair Vengeance K60 Mechanical Keyboard @ Benchmark Reviews
- MLG Pro Xbox 360 Controller Review @ eTeknix
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Back up to 2008. No carp DNA in the Chicago River, no lawsuits, no booming rhetoric about jobs vs. protecting the Great Lakes, no unfounded assaults on the research of highly respected scientists. The Alliance for the Great Lakes released a report examining the options for separating the Mississippi River from the Great Lakes at Chicago. We outlined six locations where separation could occur and described the pros and cons of each. The report was measured, balanced, based on hard data, and concluded with a call for essential research beyond the scope of our relative shoestring budget.Today we see the rewards of that research: the Great Lakes Commission and Great Lakes St. Lawrence Cities Initiative have taken the discussion a monumental step forward by releasing Restoring the Natural Divide -- the most comprehensive report on separation to date. With $2 million of private funding in hand, the team has accomplished in a little over a year a task we are waiting on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers until 2015 to achieve: a description of exactly where and how to build a separation that can permanently prevent invasive species from moving into the Great Lakes.
Our work, and the work released today, traces its inspiration to a 2001 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service research paper that anticipated the crisis that hit the Chicago canals in 2009, when carp DNA caught all of us by surprise. That paper led to the convening of a conference in Chicago in 2003, where a group of experts largely agreed that if prevention of invasion was the goal, separation was the solution that provides a guarantee.
It is no surprise that the separation locations in today's report largely mirror, with a significant punch of engineering know-how, the options
we described in 2008, as well as the 2010 exploration of two separation locations on the south side of Chicago by the Natural Resources Defense Council. A quick immersion in the hydrology and transportation realities of the Chicago River system will lead anyone to the conclusion that questioning whether we can separate is the reddest of herrings. How to achieve separation in time to save the Great Lakes and restore the Chicago River is what's on the table today.
I applaud the yeoman's effort expended by the states and cities behind today's study. Of course, it begs the question of whether Congress and the White House will take the steps required in 2012 to fast-track the corps study that is critical to any actual construction. The lakes, rivers and streams we know, love and depend on demand nothing less.
See related news story,"Report says Great Lakes divide can be rebuilt" >
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Dogs which have been dyed red upon contact with Rhodamine B extra are seen in Jinan, Shandong province, China. A bag of Rhodamine B extra, which is easily soluble in water and makes the solution red, dropped on a highway and drifted to a nearby village after being crushed by passing vehicles.
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As long as House Bill 488 has life, it will face opposition from immigrant advocacy groups.
"Unfortunately, these kind of bills have unintended consequences," said Pedro Galdamez, of the Latin American Business Association.
The bill in question was written by Rep. Becky Currie and supported by Gov. Phil Bryant. It seeks to reform illegal immigration laws in Mississippi.
The bill is modeled after an Alabama law that went into effect last year and continues to be fought.
Since the bill was first filed at the state capitol, numerous groups have come out against it. Business leaders from the Hispanic and Latino communities rallied in opposition.
"The bill, HB 488, will have no positive impact whatsoever for business in our state not only regarding how it effects the Latin community but also how it affects the overall economic situation of Mississippi," Galdamez said.
Galdamez says the bill is an attack on the minority group and will only end up hurting the state's hospitality image to new business.
When the bill first started getting traction at the capitol, Bryant made it clear he would sign it if it reached his desk.
"We just simply ought to have the right, responsibility as a state," Bryant said. "If we're going to ignore this federal law, what other federal laws should be began to ignore?"
If Mississippi's version of the law actually becomes law, it may go straight to a courtroom since provisions in the Alabama law have been blocked by a court of appeals.
Among others, those provisions include requiring schools to check the immigration status of all children. The bill would also require police to check for immigration status during traffic stops.
"The psychological effects of this bill will generate fear among both documented and undocumented peoples," said Sara del Castillo of Youth United Organizers.
Advocates say reform is needed, but in its current form will do more harm than good.
"We want legislators to engage in conversation with us, because when they judge our communities without getting to know us, they do not define our communities, but they define themselves," said del Castillo..
The bill is currently in the House of Representatives awaiting debate on the floor. That's expected to happen in the next couple of days. If passed, it'll head to the Senate.


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Want to really pimp out your private jet?
Forget about leather seats, gold fittings and pool tables. If you're splashing out the cash for Boeing's latest 747-8 jetliner (and we're talking $350 million for the base model), why not add a loft space with room for eight private sleeping berths plus a changing room where your guests can comfortably slip into their PJs?
Welcome to the upstairs 'Aeroloft' of the world's first privately-owned 747-8, rumoured to be bound for the government of Qatar.
This cosy crib is situated towards the rear of the 747's upper deck, well behind the area that you'd typically fit out with meeting rooms, a private cinema or ten-pin bowling lane.
On a conventional Boeing 747-8 this windowless area is set aside for the crew to rest or sleep between shifts.
Join us on an invitation-only tour of Cathay Pacific's Boeing 777 crew rest area or upstairs in the crew loft on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner if you're curious to see what's going on above your head during the flight.
This custom conversion by Aeroloft (no, not the Russian airline Aeroflot -- but don't worry, we made that mistake too when we first saw the name) dresses up this somewhat spartan space into airy, convenient private cabins with 6'6" (198cm) beds.
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Greenpoint touts its 747-8 Aerolift as "a secure, ground-to-main deck lift for up to four passengers or a wheelchair passenger and attendant."
Boeing currently has orders for nine private 747-8s, and there's talk that three more will end up as replacements for Air Force One in 2017.
But there's no reason why the principle of the Aeroloft shouldn't be applied to the business class cabins of the future.
It's no wilder an idea than the ideas that come out every year, including the fantastic innovations at this year's Crystal Cabin Awards, the showcase for plane interiors manufacturers' next great ideas.
Instead of an ornate stairway, airlines could something more functional splitting off into two sections of hallway.
They could install double-level beds for maximum occupancy: one just above floor level and one higher up, with a step or ladder to get up there.
Comfortable reclining seats, made for seating comfort rather than needing to convert into a bed, could be arranged downstairs, or even in the stretched upper deck cabin, while beds upstairs would be actual beds in a quiet area dedicated to sleeping.
You'd work, dine and chat with your fellow travellers downstairs, and then when it came time for bed you'd head upstairs into the bed loft area.
Elsewhere on the Jumbo Business Jet...
You may not be good enough mates with the Qatari royal family for them to invite you on their brand new personal jumbo jet, but Australian Business Traveller sat down with the Lufthansa Technik engineers who'll be outfitting the 747-8 with its plush interiors to figure out what's going on inside the big jet.
Find out what else is on board in our photo tour of the cabin proposals for the Jumbo Business Jet!
More great and gawk-worthy AusBT photo tours
- Business class on Airbus' A350, the Boeing 787 rival
- Photo gallery: inside New York's futuristic TWA terminal at JFK
- Step inside ANA's new Boeing 787 Dreamliner
- Richard Branson's new Virgin Galactic Spaceport
- Kuwait's amazing 'mega-hub' airport
- China's Beijing-Shanghai bullet train
- Inside Donald Trump's personal Boeing 757
For the latest news for business travellers and frequent flyers, follow Australian Business Traveller on Twitter: we're @AusBT.
About John Walton
Aviation journalist and travel columnist John took his first long-haul flight when he was eight weeks old and hasn't looked back since. Well, except when facing rearwards in business class.
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April 19, 2015
Support the Bulls with some McDonald's (cake) fries!
We hear that the Chicago Bulls had an amazing match last night against the Milwaukee Bucks! They kept a steady 10-point lead throughout the entire game, we are certainly impressed with the Bulls this season! To keep our cheer on for our home team, we are sharing with you what we've done to create this awesome basketball cake! Check it out: This looks pretty cool doesn't it! Word on the street is that the Bucks vs Bulls ended up with a final score of 91-103. You know what this means??? McDonald's gives away a free Big Mac within 48 hours… Read more »
April 15, 2015
Let's avoid a scene from Jaws as we hit up the waves in this heat!
The beautiful sun is out and it is getting too hot to do anything that we don't want to do! Work, school, the list is pretty much endless. Go and kick back to enjoy the heat out on the beach. Kids, be careful out there, don't swim too far or else you'll end up like this… Yes, that's right. You can have fun but be careful to not have too much fun in this gorgeous weather. This snapshot is actually from a creation from our terrific cake decorators here. It really looks like this: How great does the frosting look?… Read more »
April 8, 2015
Shout out to all the superhero fans out there!
Who is your favorite superhero? Batman, Superman, Spiderman, the list goes on and on! Our team at Alliance Bakery recently created a beautiful cake mimicking the first spring issue of the comic for Batman. This definitely takes us back to our childhood! Do you remember the good old days when we were kids and comics were the best thing to ever happen? Superheroes gave us dreams and we would be so keen to read the next comic issue that got released. None of this online business yet! This cake definitely brings back these terrific retro memories. Comics that only cost 10c???… Read more »
April 1, 2015
Happy April Fool's Day! The only day where you get to pull off that awesome prank you've been thinking up for the entire year!
The sun is shining. The forecast for the windy city is set for the highs. Can April Fool's Day get any better than this? Yes it can! Today we're in the mood for some delicious chips. We know we're a bakery but sometimes we get some savoury cravings! We'd like some ketchup flavoured ones please! Did we fool you? We'd like to think that we did Our amazing team did this spectacular cake of Lay's Ketchup Chips. Our senses were definitely blown way out of the normal proportion. Is it a packet of chips? Or is it a… Read more »
March 29, 2015
Need to fight the cold? Step over Simba, there's a new cat in town!
Who is sick of this weather? It's Spring already so let's fight the cold together! Our amazing team here at Alliance Bakery gave life to this powerful ready-to-attack tiger cake one could use to chase the blues. Doesn't the predator almost look alive? You've been warned… Please don't use such a fearful creature-like cake to scare off the young ones! Yes, even if they like the idea of tigers that much! If it's Halloween, well, that's another story…
March 15, 2015
Spring offerings
Spring is just a few days away! Last couple of weeks to get your fix of pumpkin spice, balsamic fig, and yuzu macarons. A few new macaron flavors are in the works and will be available at the end of March. We're already offering iced coffee and iced tea, and our outdoor patio will be up in the next week! Have you visited Alliance Patisserie yet? If not, it's a good time to grab a cappuccino and walk around the gorgeous sunny River North. http://www.alliancepatisserie.com/
December 17, 2014
Winter Holiday Menu!
It's now time to order delicious treats for your family dinners and your parties with friends. Give us a call to place an order from our special holiday menu or stop on by and fill out an order form. 773-278-0366 Our delicious offerings: Holiday Iced Cookies $3.25 — in assorted styles Gingerbread Cookies $3.25 Gingerbread House (decorated) $45 Large Gift Box $28 Small Gift Box $14 Buche De Noel (chocolate mocha) $28 Gift Box Cake (6 servings) $25 Holiday Decorated Cupcakes $3.50 Red & Green Cake Pops with sprinkles $2.50 6" Cheesecake plain or straw swirl $28 6" Flourless $28… Read more »
November 10, 2014
Something Sweet & New: Alliance Patisserie
We have some very exciting news around these parts that we've been waiting to share. Our owner and executive chef, Peter Rios, is embarking on a new adventure and opening a new location, Alliance Patisserie, coming to Chicago's River North neighborhood in early December 2014. This patisserie will feature desserts with French technique with a modern twist. We plan to have entremets (mousse cakes), macarons, petite gateaux, and viennoiserie available on-site each day, alongside fresh made salad and sandwich offerings. Our new location will be at 615 N State Street. We can't wait to see you there!
October 27, 2014
'Tis the Season!
It is that time of year again (where did the days go?!) and Thanksgiving is right around the corner. As always, Alliance Bakery has your dessert table covered! This year, we are offering the following: HOLIDAY SPECIALS — Pecan Nut Cup (by the half dozen), Pumpkin Spice Macarons, and Iced Turkey Cookies. TARTS (4″, Individual Serving) — Pumpkin and White Chocolate Cream Tarts CAKES (6″) — Pumpkin Spice with Cream Cheese; Flourless Chocolate Cake PIES – Apple, Pumpkin, Pecan, Cherry CHEESECAKE (6″) – Plain, Pumpkin, Raspberry Swirl CUPCAKES – Carrot, Red Velvet, Pumpkin, Vanilla, Chocolate We're taking orders now for… Read more »
April 12, 2014
Summer is Here!
The days are longer, the mercury is rising, and our patio is bustling. Stop by and grab an Iced Coffee or Hibiscus Tea Lemonade and enjoy the summer days. We've got all sorts of treats for your barbecue, pool party, or summer celebration. Take the Holly, a hazelnut tart with almond cream, piled high with fresh strawberries, is there anything better on a hot summer day? We don't think so!
March 1, 2014
Fat Tuesday
Paczki's They're here, just in time for Mardi Gras! Stop in for pick up this weekend or call to pre-order for March 3rd and Fat Tuesday (March 4th). We're also offering King cakes! Flavors for paczki's include: Raspberry Rose / Strawberry / Cherry / Blueberry Lemon / Apricot Orange / Vanilla Bean Pastry Cream with Ganach / Apple
January 18, 2014
Winter Hours
Please check out our winter store hours: Monday through Thursday: 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM Friday and Saturday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thank you!


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In the so-called "White Kujawy", in the middle of Ciechocinek Lowland, which is a part of the Dale of Toruń and Bydgoszcz, on the left bank of the Vistula River, between the towns of Toruń and Włocławek, at about 40 m above sea level, in the picturesque proglacial stream valley of "the Queen of Polish rivers", there lies one of the biggest and most famous spa towns in Poland, Ciechocinek, with the population of almost twelve thousand people.
The spa has a mild climate, with a high yearly average temperature, a relatively large number of sunny days, little rainfall, not too strong winds, and a low degree of humidity.
The area around the graduation towers have characteristic microclimate with properties similar to those of marine climate. It is of therapeutic value, due to the microelements in the aerosol released during brine graduation.
The history of saline springs in Ciechocinek dates back to very old times. Records from the 13th century are regarded as the oldest. In 1235 Konrad I, the Prince of Mazovia, issued a document with which he assigned two salt-works to the Teutonic Order he had brought to Poland - for perpetual usufruct. In return, the Order was obliged to provide allowance of salt to the courts of the Prince and the local bishop.
"Due to a combination of political events, in the late 18th century the royal territory of Slonsk became a spot of economic interest again." Following the first partition of Poland (1772) Wieliczka and Bochnia, places rich in salt deposits, were annexed by Austria, therefore the attention of the relevant officials of the new administration was turned to the saline springs of Slonsk and Ciechocinek. The mission was inspired by Konstanty Leon Wolicki, an economic activist. His efforts were supported by the contemporary Minister of Treasury, Franciszek Ksawery Drucki-Lubecki.
In the years 1824 - 1832 a large salt works was raised in the parish of Slonsk. "For the technological preparation of raw brine, the plant was equipped with the so-called "gradation works", which were brine graduation towers for brine evaporation. Ciechocinek became a major producer of table salt."
Soon dr Michal Nowicki discovered the therapeutic properties of the Ciechocinek brines. In 1836 already the first four copper tubs for brine baths were installed at a newly built inn. "This event marks the beginning of Ciechocinek's activity as a spa town, already equipped with "Mineral Waters Baths."
An figure significant to the development of the spa in those days was dr Roman Ignatowski, a physician at the salt works, thanks to whom new baths came to being. "Dr Ignatowski accepted the duties of a "mineral Waters Baths doctor without salary" and supervised further research into the application of brines for therapeutic purposes."
The years of Ciechocinek's greater and greater prosperity as a spa followed. The place was developing. The fruit of its development was the grant of civic rights in 1916.
Between the two World Wars the spa still developed and grew bigger. New guesthouses for holiday-makers appeared, a post office was built, as well as a thermal saline swimming-pool, a school, a living and shopping complex called "Europe", "President's Manor" and other places. Distinguished guests visited the spa. Ciechocinek flourished and attracted visitors with the beauty of its parks. It became famous abroad, too.
The Second World War broke out. Ciechocinek was re-named and called Hermansbad. It became one huge army hospital for Germans.
Then came January 1945. The Germans left the spa in a hurry. Fortunately, the war did not leave the town in devastation. The most important buildings were saved, i.e. the baths, the railway station, and the church, even though the invaders had tried to blow them up.
The spa could be brought back to life.
The town underwent especially intense development in the late fifties, in the sixties and in the seventies. It was then that many sanatoriums and trade preventive centres were built.
Just as it did in the past, Ciechocinek attracts bathers and holiday-makers not just with its therapeutic properties, but also with its picturesque scenery, the greenery of its abundant parks, the pleasant and cosy atmosphere of its cafes, the sprinkling sound of its fountains, the gravity of the graduation towers and the charm of its numerous walking paths.
Since 1998 the agreeable sight of the finally renovated building of the Summer Theatre has been brought back to the town's scenery. That is where local cultural events take place.
The spa offers countless attractions to its visitors and citizens. Care is taken that everyone can find something of interest both during the hot summer, and in the long autumn and winter evenings. Among particularly interesting events are the following: Firemen's Song Festival, Firemen's Brass Bands Festival, Ciechocinek Days, Kujawy and Dobrzyn Folk Festival, Gypsy Culture and Song Festival, Song Festival for Disabled Children, Opera and Operetta Festival, "Salt Marathon", "Presentations", Theatre Festival, to mention just the most crucial ones.
Anyone is welcome in Ciechocinek. It is especially attractive, however, to those suffering from motory organ dysfunctions and rheumatic diseases, diseases of the respiratory system, the circulatory system, and the nervous system - they are sure to find relief here. Convalescents regain their strength and health as they take advantage of brine, carbonic acid and mud baths, traditional and water massage, inhalations, therapeutic exercise in gyms and in brine pools, as well as walking around the graduation towers or by the "Mushroom" fountain, or else in the neighbouring countryside.
We welcome you to Ciechocinek. This beautiful place, helping you to regain health and to regenerate with its therapeutic properties, is waiting for you. Do not hesitate. Come to the lovely spa, alluringly situated on the bank of the Vistula, whose course is a bit wild here.
Dom Zdrowia LILA offers its guests a comfortable place to relax, rest and medical rehabilitation.
We offer You a beautiful and comfortable rooms. We also offer professional medical equipment for rehabilitation, SPA and well-educated medical staff. Dom Zdrowia LILA cooperates with 22 Health and Rehabilitation Military Hospital (only 40m near our Health Resort) with laboratory - diagnostic tests and medical consultations.