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Eleven years of happy guests
Two years after our first magical experience on Nilaya, here we are again. Time has been rewound and that old magic has enchanted us again. Some things don't change - Kevin is as irrepressibly puckish as ever, as buoyant as his beautiful craft, wicked in humour, exquisite in culinary delights, unremittingly incapable of reining in his appetite for good living and shamelessly insulting to crew and guests (we love it really!) So that's what we came back for and we've not been disappointed. Superb time onboard, thank you both. See you again - We promise!
G & R - Flintshire, Wales
Kevin, we enjoyed every moment of quiet bucolic French countryside you offered us aboard Nilaya. Having reached the end of our tour, I wonder where we would have been without experiencing this quiet contrast to what our lives in the California rat race used to be. Whether is was political debate with you and Rod over dinner and the sunset or chugging along for 6km trying to catch Barge Nilaya, we had a great time.
K M & D D - California, USA
A great week had by all. Thank you Kevin and Rod for your hospitality, culinary skills and boatmanship. All the best for the rest of the season and we will gladly mention your lovely barge to our friends back in oz
H & D + D & B - Queensland, Australia
Let me say that I rarely write comments in any book for anybody. This experience has been so good that I have to put pen to paper! The combination of pleasant diverse scenery together with wonderful hosting by Kevin and Rod (Spike Milligan reincarnated) made the experience an absolute joy. When I return home, I will tell everyone in Oz absolutely nothing! I'd like to be able to come back again and be able to afford it! Thanks guys. You have been the perfect hosts.
K & M - Sydney, Australia
"The Meuse is a river of such wild beauty and unexpected interest that one does not need to be a boatman to share in the delight as one moves upstream, lock by lock" wrote Roger Pilkington in his book "Small boat on the Meuse". How true this is as we found in a wonderful week with Kevin and Rod on Nilaya. A reckoning of the soul through great passion and enthusiasm for barging and the river Meuse; great food, wines and humour shared with great friends. Many thanks for a wonderful experience of river life in Western Europe.
L & B - Sydney, Australia
"Magical" is an appropriate description for the Meuse and our excellent experiences on it. We loved everything from the quiet majestic lushness, to the red pepper sorbet, and even the rare 'figment' kingfisher. As you know, we even welcomed the rains! Thank you for being such great people and sharing the river with us in such a fine fashion.
The T Family - Arizona, USA
'Ola'! Kevin and Rod! Your first bunch of South Africans eh? and hopefully we weren't too noisy or incomprehensible! We like to think that you learned a few things about our part of the world - we certainly know 100% more about barging and river life than we ever thought possible - and Jose becoming so fluent in French in so short a time is nothing short of miraculous!! We have loved our time in your home, all the superlatives apply, even the temperamental weather did not dampen our delight. We gave you our feedback - all constructive!! Please let us know if you intend to explore Burgundy next year (2010) as we would seriously consider coming again.
P & J + J & B - South Africa
Barge Nilaya and cruise was everything we hoped for and more. The scenery along the Meuse was wonderful. Serenity is how I would describe these days along the river. Cruising in the morning and beginning of the afternoon and then exploring in the afternoon make for wonderful days. Food and wine, breakfast, lunch and beef bourguignon were excellent. Greatly enjoyed the BBQ. It was a most wonderful learning experience about barging thru locks. Kevin and Rod are terrific hosts!
A & B - Washington, USA
Thank you so much for your excellent hospitality, your comfortable cabins, beds, the fantastic 5 course dinner and wine. We had a wonderful six days cruising this most beautiful region of France. We will have lovely memories. Many thanks again.
R & S - Queensland, Australia
We were looking for a relaxing week to enjoy being with family and to travel at a more relaxed pace. We got that.... and more! The geraniums, lettuce and herbs growing prolifically and neatly on the top of Barge Nilaya were our first sign of Kevin's extraordinary attention to detail. From the website we had an idea of what Barge Nilaya would look like (it more than lived up to those photos!) but we didn't know that Kevin and his first mate Rod would make us feel like honoured guests right from the beginning, which included Kevin's five course gourmet meal and Rods willingness to schlep it all out to the picnic table and back! From the fresh cut flowers, to the bikes made ready for us to ride, the cushions being whisked in and out for our comfort, Rod and Kevin quietly saw to it that we had everything we needed. This week was a pleasure! Thank you.
J & A + J & G - South Carolina, USA
A perfect holiday for relaxing and unwinding afte a busy few weeks in the UK. We were made very welcome by Kevin and Rod and soon we were settled in. The days that followed were absolutely great, the scenery was fantastic, the company was fantastic, the food Kevin cooked was unbelievable, beds were comfortable and we slept very well, will recommend this holiday to any of our friends who want to 'veg out' and relax. Thanks Kevin and Rod for everything.
D & T - Queensland, Australia
Thanks to Kevin and Rod for a wonderful introduction to barge cruising in France. The experience exceeded all our expectations - great food, lively conversation, beautiful rural scenery, helpful tips on hiking and biking opportunities. Much appreciation!
J & M - Wyoming, USA
Dear Kevin and Rod. We have had a very pleasant time on Nilaya!! The four of us met up after three and a half years and had a lot to catch up with - added to all that you looked after us in all ways not only with a first class dinner and lunches, but also with funny comments and interesting history going past us on the Meuse. Being the first Swedes, we also sorted out some misunderstandings about Vikings and then of course, the language! Someone said "until they find a better word, thank you will have to do."
B A - Stockholm, Sweden
Charleville. The end of a dream holiday. Having Nilaya as a floating home for six days / nights has been a wonderful experience for a land locked mid westerner. The adventure was made all the more pleasant and Wonderful by the hospitality and kindness of our host, Captain Kevin and mate Rod. These are two greatly intelligent and informative, as well as entertaining chaps! Having bikes to ride leisurely, alongside Nilaya was a pleasant experience, with the exception perhaps of the rear end! Many thanks for the cuisine, company and entertaining time. We will plan for a return voyage sometime in the future. A dream come true! I cannot think of any trip I have enjoyed as much as this cruise on the Meuse.
J & J - Wisconsin, USA
It was a wonderful trip and exceeded all our expectations. Great river valley, great barge, great hosts!
D & C - California, USA
OK. Where to start? There were so many highlights during this trip - from the beautiful scenery, to the lazy days barging on the Meuse. From Kevin's excellent meal to interesting tidbits about the French countryside. Yes it was more than we expected. The accommodations were comfortable and the meals were 1st class. One couldn't ask for more. Thank you Kevin for your wonderful hospitality and camaraderie. We'll remember this trip as one of our best!
M & G - New Jersey, USA
This is our second trip aboard Nilaya and we were mindful that it would be impossible to improve on the amazing experience of our first voyage in 2019 - Wrong! Kevin has even more stories to tell, the gorgeous Nilaya has matured like a stinky French cheese and the weather has been unbelievable for Europe! The opportunity to share this experience with the witty, pretty and naughty Isabelle, flavoured the two weeks better than any spices in a Kevin gourmet delight and god, can she cook too!! Isabelle, we love you.... You can remain detached or immerse yourself in the experience. Either will have you captivated by the solemnity of the war history of the region or the beauty of the scenery or diversity of the towns and villages or the craggy enchanting folk you meet. Offer to shop for a baguette or miss out on a pure delight! We sincerely hope that you enjoy this unique experience nearly as much as we did. You will leave Nilaya a different person than when you joined.
B & J - Queensland, Australia
This was my intro to a barge cruise down the Canal des Vosges, Epinal to Port sur Saone and I did not know what to expect. I will strongly recommend this back home. I know you can't promise the weather we had, but the scenery and cuisine were excellent. Plus, you guys are a lot of fun and easy to hang out with. And quite generous! You cooked us great meals all the time, and we always had fresh bread in the morning. Great wine collection! The bikes topped it off - allowing ample exploration and a fitness activity in an otherwise very relaxing time. I love the pace of life here.
D B - Washington, USA
So good to be back on a boat again! Especially happy to be aboard Nilaya, as she's the finest barge on the European waterways. We were proud to call her our home for a week. Kevin and Rod made a beautiful experience into an even greater experience by enlightening us about the French (as well as other Europeans!). There is nothing about this week that was bad, except that it had to end. Happy cruising! Hope to see you all again on another beautiful waterway.
M & D - Florida, USA
One always leaves the best 'till last. The very best! One week on Nilaya was so much more than we anticipated and of course the weather also helped. The simply delicious breakfasts, with fresh baguettes & croissants each morning at 8, 9 or even later some days, while Kevin & Rod were slogging away at getting us from point A to B, in this case from Port sur Saone to Dole. The lunches were always something to look forward to. Simply delicious with home (boat) grown glorious salads. On our first evening we had the most delicious snacks and then, later in the week, Chef Kevin's wonderful dinner. We enjoyed chatting with Rod, who was always ready with a witty answer. We have never had such a relaxing, fun filled week, thanks to both of you. There are so many things in life to do and so many places to go and just so many years, so there are few things to do over and this experience is worth doing over again. Drinking in this experience of France has left me see a far better existence through this journey called life and I like it. Thanks for a fantastic experience that will last me 'till the end of my time.
W & T - South Africa
Thank you for a wonderful time on Barge Nilaya. As you explained, her name means 'Heaven' and that's exactly what I experienced after four hectic weeks around Europe. It was great to chill, go at a barge's pace and relax. Loved the food, the cycling, and met Kevin and Rod. Fell in love with France! Taking home lots of memories and 'photos.
C & A - South Africa
Kevin & Rod, this was a trip we had dreamed of doing for many years and you surpassed our expectations. Nilaya is beautiful, and your love and care of her shows in so many ways. We loved seeing the beautiful countryside and learning all about traversing locks. Thank you for making our time aboard so enjoyable. You both worked so hard to make our trip one we'll remember for a long time. Thank you so much!
B & D - Colorado, USA
Nilaya - Thank you so much for a great trip down the canals of the Cote d'Or in Burgundy. This our first barge trip and I must say, a pleasant surprise. It surpassed our expectations. The barge is clean and fresh, the food is great and the company of the captain and mate, fun and enjoyable. We look forward to a return.
G & A - Colorado, USA
A heart felt thanks to our fearless Captain Kevin and his endearing first mate Rod. What a fabulous week... wonderful weather and sights, but most importantly, hospitality and warmth from Barge Nilaya Nilaya crew. We've got grand memories and even grander waistlines as we depart. We only hope to see you both again either on Barge Nilaya or in the States. You are always welcome in our home. And Rod is lucky we've got so little baggage or else he'd be coming back to Maine in Julia's suitcase! Thanks to you both for an anniversary to remember.
J & D - Maine, USA
Our trip exceeded all our expectations. It was two weeks of glorious weather, food and new friends. I felt supported when John was ill and encouraged. Thanks so much and we look forward to following your progress via the internet.
J & N - New Mexico, USA
Kevin & Rod. Thanks for a truly wonderful time aboard your truly wondrous vessel. Your welcoming approach and warm personalities as well as wicked senses of humour have been much appreciated! The amenities and catering were amazing - I had no idea that we would enjoy such comfort and gourmet delights! Whilst I was really looking forward to this aspect of my adventure, the cruise far exceeded any expectations I had. I would highly recommend this trip to other people. I wish you both all the best in future developments aboard! Thank you for a truly Wonderful and personal experience. I have had a great time and enjoyed the company of both passengers and crew alike! Best wishes.
M D - ACT, Australia
Thanks so much for the wonderful week of barge cruising. Your kindness in making the trip safe for me is greatly appreciated. Best wishes for continued success in life's ventures. Attention to diet requirements was superb.
D C & C S - Texas, USA
To our intrepid Captain and his all purpose crew, the indomitable Rod, you've made this a Wonderful cruise for us. The food and fellowship were superb! We wish you years of happy and successful cooperation and companionship. Our best wishes.
B & S - California, USA
Thank you for a wonderful vacation! While aboard the Nilaya, we didn't feel like guests, but rather like cherished sojourners on a great adventure. We have increased our vocabularies, expanded our palettes (and waistlines!) and developed an appetite for further travel. We have truly enjoyed your kind hospitality, your talents for barging and cooking with us. Kevin and Rod, best wishes for the winter and for future seasons aboard the Nilaya. You make a great team!
G & J - Florida, USA
Who could have imagined a holiday on a little piece of heaven, piloted by a gourmet chef, and assisted by such an affable crew! Our expectations were exceeded at every turn of the river. Quite a change from the frenetic pace of our normal routine! The meals were grand and the accommodations exceptional. Many thanks for your gracious hospitality.
D & S - Virginia, USA
After gallivanting around Spain, Portugal and France for over six weeks, we couldn't wait for our week on the barge. We were not disappointed! What a week it was and a wonderful way of seeing a glimpse of rural France. Of course, we ate too much and drunk too much, idled too much and talked too much but it all added up to perfection! Thank you Kevin for sharing your slice of heaven with us and thank you Rod for tolerating us in your crusty seadog manner. This will certainly be a memory to share, never to be forgotten.
A & A, - South Australia, Australia
Kevin - Thank you for inviting us to your home and for introducing us to your world. It has been a delight to be welcomed, informed, instructed and amused. In short, to be surprised by joy at every turn of the river and the conversation. So many unexpected pleasures in this short week on the Meuse. You and Barge Nilaya will be a part of our favourite memories. Thank you so very much for your generous hospitality.
B & G - Washington, USA
What a unique experience we have had, gently cruising the Meuse in the comfort of Barge Nilaya. (Even a bathtub - Heaven!) Being fed gourmet meals (I'll be trying to replicate the quiche and tartiflette) and venturing into the French villages and towns on the way, each one lovelier than the last. I have enjoyed every minute of the trip and am sorry it must come to an end. Thank you so much Kevin, and Rod too. Your company was the icing on the cake.
S P - Toronto, Canada
Kevin, last year we enjoyed two idyllic weeks with you onboard when we experienced the magic of La Meuse from Verdun to Dinant. We made a promise then that we would return. Here we are again after a three week cruise from Charleville-Mezieres to Paris. Once more, the cruise has met all of our expectations. What have we enjoyed the most? An even smarter barge to greet us on day one, better cordon-bleu class cooking and gathering a host of memories that will remain with us for a long time to come. We are beginning to believe that it is your abounding skills as a host and the barge herself that lure us to the French waterways - rather than the beauty and scenery alone. Your hospitality has been superb. The undoubted highlight was the fantastic entry in to Paris taking in the views from Barge Nilaya's deck. Sincere thanks to you and Rod for all your efforts.
R & P - Suffolk, England
Thank you for a fab week. We have learnt lots about barges, life in France and life generally. Hoping to buy a barge in France and hope to meet you guys again to exchange stories and enjoy a glass of wine. Rod, you have added real value to our week both in terms of information and company.
J & D - Essex, UK
The Champagne welcome and the pace of the rest of the week - a pleasure on all levels. Barge Nilaya, her skipper and crew made sure we had a delightful stay. Comfortable and well fed. Thank you!
J L - Toronto, Canada
A big thank you to Kevin and Rod for making our week so enjoyable! We thought last year was great but this year was even better. The scenery in the Champagne region was amazing and so was the wine!! Kevin, as always was the font of all knowledge!! Food on board was great - we now have to go home to diet and get ready for next year!!! The boys enjoyed fishing and boating while the girls enjoyed cycling along the towpaths. Can't wait to do it all again!
H & R's - Canary Islands and Surrey, England
It has been wonderful! Enough said!
S M - Toronto, Canada
A fantastic journey experiencing France like no other and a crew that became friends. This is what memories are made of. Thanks for everything.
M & B - New York, USA
To Kevin as skipper and Bud as the most able of crew, we extend our thanks for introducing us to cruising on the beautiful 'La Meuse'. Your hospitality was unbounded, your sense of humour unique and your cooking just out of this world. We wish you every success in the years ahead and will undoubtedly return to you again to check on your progress.
R & P - Suffolk, England
Kevin. We have sometimes sat beside canals saying "we wonder what it would be like to cruise on a barge." Well, now we have and we wouldn't have missed it for anything. The really great thing about Barge Nilaya is that it is not just a means of transport, but your home and major life project. You have done a fantastic job with the barge and through your enthusiasm for river life, have enabled us to experience a little of the relaxing and beautiful Meuse. Thanks for being such excellent and tolerant hosts for the week.
S & D - Victoria, Australia
Long awaited and after months of eager speculation, "Kevin's cruise" has far exceeded all that anticipation. From the daily exposure to Kevin's lively anecdotes, instantaneous social comment, sardonic quips and - worst of all, his knees, this has been an immensely enjoyable holiday. Best of all we've had FUN! Master chef extraordinaire, Kevin could rustle up a 10 course meal while still organising that well known event in a brewery. We've been new places, seen new faces, countless doggies and moggies, and learnt to say hello / goodbye in 10 new languages. Eat your heart out Dame Edna fans and go for the "Kevin Experience" instead. Wish we could 'second time' and replay the week ad-infinitum, the joy and fun we've had, perhaps stop time and relish those moments and places that make life worth living.
G & R - Flintshire, Wales
Wow! First impressions of the barge were really good, only to get better each day. We've had SUCH FUN! We've tried to work off our extra 10 kilos each day by cycling but it didn't work. Back home to lettuce leaves - how boring... Already looking forward to coming back next year. We really have felt part of cosy boating family. Thank you for your efforts, friendship and hospitality.
H & R's - Surrey, England
This was our first tip to Europe together and it was Barge Nilaya trip that really gave us the desire to come. We were not disappointed. The trip met all our expectations and offered even more, despite the rather dull weather. You made us very welcome from the minute you met us in the street in Givet to the time we left the ship. Thank you so much. Your knowledge of the Meuse and the villages along the way made the trip that much more enjoyable. Congratulations on your achievements in making Barge Nilaya such a comfortable home for the week and I hope we get to see it again sometime in the future. We will certainly recommend you to our friends back in Australia.
B & H - Melbourne, Australia
Merci Beaucoup for great food, wine and company during our trip. Uncooperative weather did not dampen our spirits! Highlights included the tour of Chatel-sur-Moselle with our 80+ year old guide and tree lined canals, rolling countryside and Moselle River from Toul. Expert boat handling too. Your barge was a comfortable and classy home for six nights.
J & R - California, USA
Kevin, every time we return to the barge, something new has happened! Hospitality as usual was lovely, no effort spared to make us welcome. We look forward to joining you again.
C & B - Somerset, England
The trip was unforgettable and inspiring
J S - ACT, Australia
We paid for a holiday but what we were graciously provided with - WAS PRICELESS. Normally to achieve this requires hours of chanting and candle burning in large brick buildings with domed roofs; throwing countless coins into a stone lined hole with a bucket and string or even dancing naked around odd shaped rocks laid out in a stone circle. Each night was filled with equal measures of joy; incredulity; surprise; French wine and delicious food. We would lay back in our oasis at the pointy end of the ship and reflect on the excitement and experiences our day on Barge Nilaya had provided and wonder how on earth this could be repeated or bettered the next blissful day. What Kevin has transformed from concept or should we say hallucination to reality is a minor miracle and he has so obviously drawn on his incredible strengths, talents, imagination and most of all his boundless passion. Money can't buy happiness and no amount of wealth could buy anything more un-contrived or magical than our experience on board Barge Nilaya as Kevin's new found friends. As much as we want to keep this our very own secret, we will find the highest rooftops and exploit whatever communication miracles we can muster to ensure we spread the word so as many people as possible can be touched by the "MAGIC"! It would be criminal to keep it a secret - or would it? Thank you sincerely Kevin - We will be back!
B & J, Queensland Australia
Reeelaxing and calming thanks to Kevin and Stef beavering around and taking good care of our every needs. Good food and chats. Lucky too with our fellow passengers with whom we had so much in common. Barge Nilaya has been converted with great taste - Well done Kevin! Many many thanks.
S & M, Australia
My horoscope for September said that the week beginning on the 9th would be "one for the memory book". It most certainly has been in the best possible way. We've had a lovely time this week on board Barge Nilaya. The catering has exceeded my expectations and you have given a lot of thought in attention to detail such as the fresh fruit and flowers. We've enjoyed the cruising more than I expected, the fine meals and your company and have experienced a flavour of France that we would otherwise not have. Well done. Thank you... and all the best for your futures (ad)ventures!
C.H & P.K, Portsmouth, England
The trip on Barge Nilaya was a welcoming respite from our hectic touring. However for us the most Wonderful and enjoyable aspect of the trip was the excellent company and associated good times. Wonderful food and wine enhanced the experience. Many thanks.
D & M, Australia
We would like to thank Kevin for a very Wonderful holiday on the Meuse. His hospitality is remarkable and he makes you feel at home from day one. Nothing is too much trouble. The meals on board my barge are first class, all due to Kevin's hard work and enthusiasm for cooking. We cannot leave without mentioning Stef's contribution (keep practicing the rope tricks!) He has a wicked sense of humour and he and Kevin make a great double act. Thank you both and we wish you well in your future ventures. Best wishes.
H & S - Gloucestershire, England
What can be added to the above! We second all of H & S's comments! It was a great experience, peppered with 'pomme de terrier' moments, the occasional sexy horse woman and French roosters! These have been days filled with discovery and laughter - long to be remembered. Our thanks to you both.
A & E - British Columbia, Canada
Kevin. Thanks for providing us with the best "self-catering" barge cruise anyone could wish for. You are an energetic, thoughtful host who allowed me a week of complete relaxation, more laughter than I've had in a year, really good food and the security and comfort of being a well cared for guest. I've wanted to do a barge cruise for 30-years and my dream has now been fulfilled. Thank you for sharing your absolutely lovely corner of heaven. As for the "redundant" crew Stef - thanks for your charming wit, scintillating repartee, and willingness to put up with three American women who can cause wine to magically disappear and drive you to drink! Have a short and fruitful winter. I hope to see you again.
L. StJ - United States of America
The plan was to cruise the canals of France with my two good friends. In the end, I cruised it with four good friends. Through the puns on "Mon Capitan" to the barbs of "First Mate" Stef, anyone would have thought we'd known each other for years and not just met less than a week earlier. I've learned so much about barges, French canals, cooking, British history, American politics - - and the joys of travel, the experience has been so complete that one could find oneself owning a barge before the next season begins. That is all due to Kevin's wonderful sense of people and his "lady" Barge Nilaya. Happy cruising!
L.H - United States of America
Kevin. So glad that my first visit to Europe was with you. Your advice, directions, maps and great brown beer made every day run smoothly. Thank you for letting me be a mermaid on your deck and to see France from the waters edge.
Having freedom in your galley made Barge Nilaya feel like home. Good luck with your gardening project, it is a great touch. Thanks for such a pleasurable time.
F.H - British Columbia, Canada
This is a definite do again experience and one that will bring up memories for a lifetime. Relax on a barge, watch life go by at 4 knots, I don't think so! Peddle all day, party, party, get up, do it all again. Or did we get it all wrong? Anyway, we had a blast Kevin, you're a great host, plain and simply put and your barge / home / party machine is the best and it's a work in progress!
P & K.P - British Columbia, Canada
What can be said but a sincere "thank you" for a wonderful boating experience. Your hospitality, knowledge of France was awesome and your sense of humour amazing.
The P Family - Ontario, Canada
The craic was excellent. Good food, plentiful wine / beer and the worst puns I've ever heard. I ate too much, drunk too much and laughed a lot.
Best of all, we felt like family, sharing a very special experience together! I'm sure that we'll meet up again soon.
J.H - London, England
It has been a delight every moment. What you have done is give us the perfect experience on Barge Nilaya. Thank you so much for being the best host in every way. We have loved living aboard in the classy comfort you provide, good food, great company. A memory to cherish.
B & L - London, England
Thanks a lot for the wonderful time we spent together. You were very interesting and thoughtful guys. Also Kevin, for your organisation of the whole trip getting it together for us all.
M & C - Melbourne, Australia
Thank you for the wonderful trip and all the helpful information. Maybe our paths will cross again should we take the plunge next year.
R & J - Lancashire, England
Thank you for the wonderful visit. The tour of the canals, locks, plus food / wine / beer all was a great treat. Barge Nilaya is a perfect base for bicycle trips.
Coming back to a spanking clean barge for a shower and a great meal after a cycle trip is a great way to go. This was the perfect of days.
R.K - British Columbia, Canada
I wanted to say thank you again for your kindness toward us. It was such an addition to our trip to have traveled with you. The gourmet feasts, the levity and the good company were very much appreciated. I know we both will cherish our memories of that part of our trip.
A.S - British Columbia, Canada
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The BBC's Andrew North tells us more about the Delhi rape victim.
Like the student's family, at least two of the accused are from impoverished villages in Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state, and source for many of the thousands of migrants who come to Delhi every year hoping for a better life
– the same journey her father made nearly 30 years ago.
And the other men are from similar migrant backgrounds. Where they differ, though, was in what they did about it.
"We gave our all to our daughter," her mother told us, still devastated with grief. She says she can barely leave her bed, complaining of frequent headaches and chest pains.
And their support was working: her daughter was studying at a college in Dehradun in northern India and was on course to qualify as a physiotherapist, while working overtime in a call centre.
"We never gave our sons better treatment," said the mother. In that respect they were also different from many among India's middle class.
Figures show they are just as likely as poorer groups to favour male children, even before they are born – and afterwards in care and medical treatment.
It means India is in a rare category – along with only China – of having higher rates of infant mortality among girls than boys.
The student's mother also lashed out at India's sexist attitudes, attacking the many politicians and other public figures who've suggested she brought the rape on herself.
One well-known spiritual guru even said she should have embraced her attackers as "brothers" to stop them assaulting her.
"Either they don't have daughters," her mother said, "or they are clearly backing these crimes."
It's heartbreaking.

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R & E Pallets Striving for Professionalism as It Grows with Smart Products as a Supplier
Salvador Gomez, a young Hispanic recycler, has developed his business using Smart Products dismantlers and trim saws and a dependable relationship with Ken Hess and Smart Products.
By Ed Brindley
Date Posted: 10/1/2012
Michigan City, Ind.With the encouragement and support of his father Isaias, Salvador Gomez started his pallet recycling company R & E Pallets seven years ago. Salvador is president of R & E Pallets; his father Isaias is vice president. Only 22 years old, Gomez was introduced to the pallet industry by driving a semi for a pallet company. While Gomez spends most of his time managing his business and serving his customers, he still drives a semi to deliver pallets when needed. Gomez came to the United States when he was 11 and grew up in the country that offered him an opportunity to start and build his own business.
In just seven years, R & E Pallet has grown until it now sells about 33,000 pallets a week, 70% recycled and 30% new. In a typical week, R & E ships about 50 loads of pallets with about 600 pallets on a truck. Gomez says he is glad that he has formed a strong relationship with Ken Hess of Smart Products who has helped him grow by selling him three Smart trimsaws and three Smart dismantlers to anchor his production lines.
Located in Michigan City, Ind., R & E Pallets is about 45 minutes east of Chicago, possibly the biggest pallet market in the country. From its 80,000 sq.ft. plant with four loading docks, R & E sells about 50% 48x40 GMAs and 50% miscellaneous odd sized pallets. All pallets are stored and serviced under roof. Seven drivers operate R & Es seven tractors to pickup cores and deliver pallets. About 80% of its sales are handled through brokers. The rest are handled by Gomez as part of his management responsibilities. Gomez said, Our brokers are good to work with.
R & E Pallets collects an estimated 80% of its pallets using its fleet of 70 trailers dropped at warehouses and distribution centers. It doesnt buy too many off the street from independent contractor pickers. About half of its pallets are 48x40 GMAs; the rest are a mixture of many sizes, both combo and remanufactured pallets. To supplement the used lumber that comes from its dismantling operation, R & E buys a couple of tractor trailer loads of new lumber each month. This growing pallet company restricts itself to repairing and building stringer pallets; so far it has avoided becoming involved in block pallets.
Gomez owns several Toyota forklifts for moving stacks of pallets around the plant and handling logistics requirements. One forklift has two sets of tines so it can handle two stacks of pallets at the same time.
R & E Pallets has about 27 employees, seven drivers and 20 people in manufacturing and the office. Gomez is trying to grow his company, but he has been struggling with a tough economy for most of the years he has been in business.
Gomez said, Running a business has its blessings but it is a day to day challenge. You have the responsibility of providing an opportunity for your people to make a living and support their families.
Salvador himself has a wife and three children, one daughter and two boys. Most of his employees in the factory are of Hispanic origin, and his truck drivers are Caucasian. Since Salvador speaks fluent Spanish, he has no communication problems with his staff.
I am fortunate to have my sister Maria Gomez-as a secretary. She has been with me since we went into business and handles all of our record keeping issues. My father Isaias still drives a semi for us and my wife Nelly works part-time handling office duties.
I met Salvador in March at the annual meeting of the NWPCA (National Wooden Pallet and Container Association). He was a new member attending his first meeting, and I have missed only one NWPCA meeting since 1977. So, I asked him with interest what attracted a young, relatively new recycler to the association. His answer did not surprise me.
My main benefit is learning more about how to run a successful pallet company, said Gomez. Meeting and interacting with other pallet company owners is valuable to me. I plan to attend the NWPCA recycling meeting which will soon be held in Dallas.
Gomez has not yet used the PDS Pallet Design System but is keeping that option open for the future as he grows.
Gomez said, I learned English after moving here as a boy (he learned well). The United States has provided me an excellent opportunity. People here have not been as comfortable since 9/11 but it is still the land of opportunity. I am looking forward to growing my company and taking advantage of my opportunities.
R & E Pallets Turns to Smart Products for Machinery and Advice
Gomez has grown his recycling practices to take care of his customers and work toward a better future. His production department has three Smart Products dismantlers, three Smart Products trim saws and a single head Baker band resaw.
Two of his dismantlers are one man machines with a 64" capacity and 10hp Balder motor. The other is a two man machine. The two dismantlers have similar operating characteristics, but the two man machine is designed to have a greater dismantling capacity. The dismantlers have a gear reduction drive with 2200 feet per minute blade speeds, push button operated table height adjustments, self contained hydraulic blade tensioning, low maintenance durable blade guide bearings, and blade life variation between 800 and 1200 pallets per blade expected.
R & Es Smart Products board trim saws are designed to end trim used boards with nails. A 10 hp Baldor motor and 18" nail resistant saw blades end trim the lumber using three full-height stops that are adjustable to 60" board lengths. They can cut up to four stringers at once or deck boards stacked six inches high.
When a load of pallets enters the plant, a man separates them into two groups, 48x40 GMAs and odd sizes or scrap. The three Smart dismantlers, three Smart trimsaws and a Baker horizontal resaw are in one part of the plant. Stacks of odd sized pallets and scrap pallets are brought to the Smart dismantlers, two single-man machines and one two-man dismantler. Dismantled lumber is placed in pallet boxes which are taken to the three Smart trimsaws to be cut to the desired lengths.
When asked why he was drawn to Smart Products, Gomez said, I like Smarts machinery. I can call Ken when I have problems, and he is always glad to help me. We have developed a strong relationship. I like working with one dependable supplier for machines and advice when I can. This relationship with Ken and Smart Products has worked well for me. I am still learning about the pallet industry. It is important for me to understand where I can go in order to map out where I want to go.
Gomez relies upon Bernie Saw and Supply for its saw blades for both its dismantlers and trimsaws.
R & E uses a Baker single-head resaw with a turn around to resaw cants that it buys because some customers want new pallets built from new lumber, or R & E needs to cut new lumber at times. The company cuts its cants to length and then resaws them on its Baker.
A single-head notcher offers the flexibility to be able to notch when needed without having to make a significant financial investment.
Another part of the building houses tables for assembling and repairing pallets as needed. At this time R &E doesnt have a nailing machine, but it is keeping its options open to look into buying a small nailing machine in the foreseeable future. For the present it is doing assembly and repairs using hand nailers. New Supplies, which services the market in and around Chicago, supplies the nailing tools and fasteners for R & E Pallet. It currently uses seven tables for GMA repairs and three tables for other sizes. A second possibility for future mechanization might include pallet stackers. Currently, R & E hand stacks pallets that are then moved by forklifts from the tables to inventory or a loading dock for shipping.
One of the recent changes at R & E was adding heat treating to its product options about a year ago. R & E has a Kiln Direct treating chamber. Like many pallet companies, R & E reports having a very good relationship with the Kiln Direct team. Export Wood Packaging Inspection Service certifies R & Es heat treating. At this point, the company is heat treating in the neighborhood of ten loads a month.


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I cant find many others
edited April 2012 in Non-Animal Collective Discussion
I have been looking for years, but I cant find any bands that have a sound similar to AC. While I have found some that are relative to them, like Blind Man's Colour, Young Prisms, Lotus, etc etc, I cant find any that give the same listening experience as AC. Anyone else know of any bands that are similar to AC?
there can be only one! hell that's half the fun!
There's a Japanese band called New House that sounds like them--that's because New House loves AC. Listen to their excerpts from their album "Burning Ship Fractal" on youtube and you'll see what I mean. It's almost too much of an imitation in my opinion, but then, I've only heard the excerpts and not whole songs. EDIT Hmmm. Instead of "imitation" I'll call it an appreciation and homage to AC. And it looks like some live songs by them are up now, too.
I feel like there is a lot of bands that are "inspired" by AC. They don't really sound all that great or original in my opinion though.
I once heard this guy who just sounds like a Panda copy. He was a decent musician but I think all these people just don't really want to find their own sound, they just want to make AnCo music.
the only music i have ever had a similar musical entrancement experience with is David del Tredici (the spider and the fly), Carl Orff (Carmina Burana), Mozart, Chopin, etc. and i hear that in the actual architectural journeying and momentum of the music as an entire work comparable to an Anco album.
Duprees diamond Blues by the grateful dead sounds like a song they would cover as they were grateful dead lovers. Sometimes I confuse animal collective and grateful dead when I have my ipod on shuffle listening to their earlier stuff.
Spotify's "related artists" for AmCo are hilarious - Grizzly Bear, Beach House, The Flaming Lips.. Some great bands, but there really is nothing quite like AC =D
Last.fm has: Panda Bear Avey Tare Avey Tare & Kría Brekkan Black Dice Deerhunter Atlas Sound Terrestrial Tones Fair enough... hahahaha
sombody try to up me on somthing that sounds like ac but isn't. the task shouldn't be impossible.
Alvin Band is sort of similar. I find Ween to have similarities in some strange way, especially when you look at albums like Quebec. Atlas Sound obviously has some moments, Boards of Canada gives me some similar feelings though i'm not sure how similar they really are, Flaming Lips a little, The Warning by Hot Chip album's opener song reminds me of them (all the other albums I find uninteresting), MGMT certainly (second half of the first album and moments in the second album)....
Warpaint and some band with girls in it uh...Braids?
I was thinking of Braids too. Braids is the music inspired by Feels and then made by some girls!
Warpaint are cool, saw them live in Manchester 2 years ago.. still not really that akin to AC though
yeah, they just remind me of them from time to time.
I was thinking about this today, and although I wouldn't exactly compare the musical styles as being similar, I would highly recommend listening to 'Bent' - a British electronica duo. They have the same creative playfulness and a lot of their work is indeed weird and wonderful. Start with 'Programmed to Love' or 'The Everlasting Blink', or even 'Downloaded for Love' - a free download album. 'Ariels' is uber relaxing.. after that it went a bit poppy with the odd hidden gem. Bent were my old Animal Collective.
I sort of don't like things to remind me of other things. Is that weird?
shinsy, not at all
Many of the afor mentioned bands follow rock and roll patterns. Ac usually dont do rock and roll. im thinking peacebone. some folk pop thats been around for centuries that you can find in old piano books. Only spirit seems different, some rock some classical? True danse doesnt have the same chords but simular melodies suggesting the same chords. I suppose that is very narrowminded. Safer deffinetly doesnt follow that pattern. I like the way they do it though. All dressed in the form of classical rhyme. A collision of culture and influence but somthing entirely new.
maybe beach boys on lsd? thats degrading? Is it? I could see them cover that although ugggg
Beach Boys were already on lsd, or at least Brian Wilson was. Acid and weed.
Double LSD bro!
I feel like AC's music spans so many genres and sounds that we each are thinking of different aspects when we say they sound like someone else. It's kinda cool. Animal Collective has managed to cover ground in so many different areas of music yet they still have a unique, signature sound. And I agree Shinsy. My favorite musicians are ones that sound unique and different.
Sagey, that was one of your best posts.
teeeeeeee!!! Sir claude is right. People thought once a delay petal was turned on it was the trippiest sound ever. Now theres all kinds of amazing electronics to entrance and rock and roll seems almost timid and it's at least hard to image from my point of view how adults thought rock was so satanic and crude
Well pretty much all the things kids are into at the time are claimed to be satanic and crude - rock and roll, South Park, Harry Potter, etc.
So does that mean in another 10-20 years AnCo won't sound outrageous any more? =o I hope not.. I can't imagine it ever sounding mundane, but then 10-20 years ago I probably thought that about stuff I was listening to then! Now anything with a 4-4 beat sounds so formulaic to me! As my tastes expand I'm finding it harder to find music which really excites me.
i agree 10000000000000000%
I think the last time I discovered music that genuinely excited me was... I can't even remember. There's been a lot music I've discovered that I now love: Ariel Pink's Haunted Graffiti, Black Dice, Brian Eno, but I haven't been excited for a long time, which is really depressing to me. I don't think it's music's fault because I keep finding amazing artists. I don't know.
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Customer number 1:Hello, what's on sale today?
Girl:I don't know.
(Customer number 1 angrily walks out. Boss enters looking upset.)
Boss:(To Girl.)
Oranges are on sale today, and always remember to say "thank you, and have a nice day" okay?
Girl:Okey dokey.
(Boss leaves. Customer number 2 enters.)
Customer number 2:Hi. What's on sale today?
Customer number 2:How much do they cost?
(Customer number 2 leaves.)
Girl:Thanks and have a nice day.
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Boss:The oranges are 2 cents each, ok?
(Girl nods. Boss exits. Customer number 3 enters.)
Customer number 3:Good day Miss. What is on sale today?
Customer number 3:How much do they cost?
Girl:2 cents each.
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California's Employer Records of Occupational Injury and Illness
California Standards || Highlights - 14300.46 || Details -14300.46 || F.A.Qs - 14300.46
California Recordkeeping Standard
14300.46 - Definitions
The Act. The Act means the federal Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (29 U.S.C. 651 et seq.). The definitions contained in Section 3 of the Act (29 U.S.C. 652) and related interpretations apply to such terms when used in this article.
Authorized representative. See subsection 14300.35(b)(2)(A).
BLS. The Bureau of Labor Statistics in the U. S. Department of Labor.
Cal/OSHA. The California Occupational Safety and Health Program within the California Department of Industrial Relations.
Cal/OSHA Form 300 means the Cal/OSHA Form 300 Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses (Rev. 7/2007)
Cal/OSHA Form 300A means the Cal/OSHA Form 300A Annual Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses (Rev. 7/2007)
Company. A public or private employer.
Covered employees. See Section 14300.31.
Equivalent form. See subsection 14300.29(b)(4).
Establishment. An establishment is a single physical location where business is conducted or where services or industrial operations are performed. For activities where employees do not work at a single physical location, such as construction; transportation; communications, electric, gas and sanitary services; and similar operations, the establishment is represented by main or branch offices, terminals, stations, etc. that either supervise such activities or are the base from which personnel carry out these activities.
(A) Can one business location include two or more establishments?
Normally, one business location has only one establishment. Under limited conditions, the employer may consider two or more separate establishments that share a single location to be separate establishments. An employer may divide one location into two or more establishments only when:
1. Each of the establishments represents a distinctly separate business;
2. Each establishment is engaged in a different economic activity;
3. No one industry description in the Standard Industrial Classification Manual (1987) applies to the joint activities of the establishments; and
4. Separate reports are routinely prepared for each establishment on the number of employees, their wages and salaries, sales or receipts, and other business information. For example, if an employer operates a construction company at the same location as a lumberyard, the employer may consider each business to be a separate establishment.
(B) Can an establishment include more than one physical location?
Yes, but only under certain conditions. An employer may combine two or more physical locations into a single establishment only when:
1. The employer operates the locations as a single business operation under common management;
2. The locations are all located in close proximity to each other; and
3. The employer keeps one set of business records for the locations, such as records on the number of employees, their wages and salaries, sales or receipts, and other kinds of business information. For example, one manufacturing establishment might include the main plant, a warehouse a few blocks away, and an administrative services building across the street.
(C) If an employee telecommutes from home, is his or her home considered a separate establishment?
No. For employees who telecommute from home, the employee's home is not an establishment and a separate Cal/OSHA Form 300 is not required. Employees who telecommute must be linked to one of your establishments under Section 14300.30(b)(3).
Fatality. Any occupational injury or illness which results in death, regardless of the time between injury and death, or the length of the illness.
First aid. See subsection 14300.7(b)(5)(B).
General recording criteria. See Section 14300.7.
Injury or illness. An injury or illness is an abnormal condition or disorder. Injuries include cases such as, but not limited to, a cut, fracture, sprain, or amputation. Illnesses include both acute and chronic illnesses, such as, but not limited to, a skin disease, respiratory disorder, or poisoning. (Note: Injuries and illnesses are recordable only if they are new, work-related cases that meet one or more of recording criteria provisions in this article.)
Job transfer. See subsection 14300.7(b)(4).
Medical treatment. See subsection 14300.7(b)(5)(A).
New case. See Section 14300.6.
OSHA. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration in the U. S. Department of Labor.
Personal representative. See subsection 14300.35(b)(2)(B).
Physician or other licensed health care professional. A physician or other licensed health care professional is an individual whose legally permitted scope of practice (i.e., license, registration, or certification) allows him or her to independently perform, or be delegated the responsibility to perform, the activities described by this regulation.
Pre-existing condition. See subsection 14300.5(b)(5).
Privacy concern case. See subsection 14300.29(b)(6).
Recordable. An injury or illness is "recordable" for the purposes of this article if it satisfies the conditions requiring recording found in subsection (a) of Section 14300.4.
Routine functions. See subsection 14300.7(b)(4)(B).
Restricted work. See subsection 14300.7(b)(4)(A).
Significant injury or illness. See subsection 14300.7(b)(7).
Work environment. See subsection 14300.5(b)(1).
You. "You" means an employer as defined by Sections 3300 and 3301 of the Labor Code.
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A brief update on my day in the life of a young "winery."
I say it in quotes because I don't have my own facility but rather have custom crushed my first vintage at two facilities, one where I live and one a half hour away. After going over the latest lab results that showed that 3 of my batches have finished their malo-lactic fermentation and the last one (it was un-inoculated and therefore a "wild" or native ML bacteria) is very close to done, I decided to see what I've got and if any future blending might make the wines better than they are separately.
There's only 3 distinct batches at this point because I already blended a tiny batch of Petit Sirah I fermented into my Merlot. It helped balance both those lots as the Merlot was a bit overly acidic and soft on tannin and the Petit lacking acidity but big in tannin. My top wine at this point too is already a blend. It's 2/3 Cabernet Sauvignon from Givat Yeshayao and 1/3 Merlot from Har Bracha. The 3rd wine, the last harvested and part of it still finishing ML, is a single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon from Shiloh.
What I found out was:
1) The blend of all my wines together, while robust and rich, isn't as good as they are as three separate wines because they lose identity and finesse.
2) While the Cab/Merlot blend is terrific (it's big with a decidedly herbal nose and a long, long finish), it's even better when I blend it 50/50 with the single vineyard Shiloh Cab that's fruitier, more acidic, and less herbal. That's great, because it means I'll have 8-10 barrels (pending how close to exactly 50/50 I make it) of my best blended Bordeaux Red, and I've purchased exactly 10 ultra premium quality French oak barrels: 5 each from 2 excellent coopers for comparison's sake, and perhaps additional complexity.
3) The remaining two wines, the Merlot with a bit of PS and the pure single vineyard Cab, remain very good - excellent and quite distinct from the blend and each other in their own right.
4) My mission statement for my fledgling winery is "Only the Best". After years of compromising on how I made my wines here, I decided that my own stamp now would be "without compromise." I'd already built an excellent reputation here as one of the country's best winemakers. "Good" wines from my first vintage just wouldn't cut it.
5) At this point in time, in this snapshot of my 2012 wines, we are well on the way.


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Summer announces its arrival with high temperatures
QUEENSLANDERS will swelter through above-average temperatures when summer arrives with a blast of hot north-westerly winds over the weekend.
The mercury is expected to climb above 30 degrees in Brisbane on Thursday and continue rising into early next week when a top of 34 degrees is predicted.
Temperatures won't be as high in Gladstone, with the next few days expected to hit 30 degrees, followed by 31 on Sunday and 32 on Monday and Tuesday.
In Ipswich, a maximum temperature of 38 degrees is expected on Sunday, while in Birdsville, in the state's far south-west corner, the mercury will soar to 45 degrees.
"We've got a very slow moving trough situated across western Queensland, as well as some very, very hot northwesterly winds bringing in heat and humid air from the inland areas," Bureau of Meteorology forecaster David Grant told the Brisbane Times.
"Everyone's well and truly going to know that summer is here.
"There will be hardly a location in Queensland that will be below 30 degrees by the start of summer."
Temperatures will return to average in the latter part of next week, the bureau has predicted.
Chief health officer Jeannette Young has activated Queensland's heat stress response plan after advice from the weather bureau.
People should drink water when thirsty, and avoid tea and coffee because they worsen dehydration.
Residents without air conditioning should stay cool under a fan with a wet face cloth or a spray bottle filled with water.
People with elderly parents or neighbours are asked to make sure they open their windows to let the cooler air come through, if they haven't got air conditioning.
Pets should be provided with plenty of water