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She went from suffering with a life-threatening illness to building a successful food-line business, to creating her very own brand. Listen as she talks about health, nutrition, faith, family, business, and giving back. Glynis Albright was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana and lived there until age 10. Then, her family moved to Los… Continue reading Celebrity Spotlight: Glynis Albright – Her Story of Survival, Passion and Purpose
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Transmitting the needs of the poor to the ears of the policymaker is not as easy as it seems. The poor themselves do not fully know what causes their ill health. They and their doctors frame the problem in medical terms. Epidemiologists multiply case counts into "burden". Economists prioritize disease burdens according to the costs of the medical solution. Advocates use photo journals, tales of woe, body counts and whatever cost-effectiveness estimates they can get their hands on to elbow their way into the hearts and minds of the global policymakers, government officials, and donors.
There is a little 5 year old at the checkout counter lurking in the soul of global health discussions. The pleading entreaties and playing on heartstrings to divert Mama and Papa's money to the latest fancy is a game for grownups too. In global health the game is much more serious. Donors' goal to spend their resources on improving the lives of the poor is vulnerable to distortion. Donors and the governments they serve don't always frame health issues the same way. People die needlessly when priorities are wrong.
Will the first global symposium on health systems research be a step towards improvement? At this morning's plenary we heard from WHO, a minister of health, and the president of the Rockefeller Foundation. They see the promise of focusing on health systems as a way to reframe global health as not just collection of disease interventions waiting for someone to pay for them. Thinking about health systems permits more of a chance to ask why the poor and vulnerable keep getting sick and injured, and opens a broader vision of what makes people healthy.
But the world is what it is. It's a competitive world. WHO anticipated the need to mobilize resources to support work in health systems. Let the world be on notice that now "health systems" is joining AIDS, TB, Guinea Worm, etc. as one more supplicant at the donor trough. The Minister of Health described obstacles caused by those in Laos who don't see health systems as the priority. He described his long struggle to bring in reforms. The foundation president made the case for why universal health coverage should be top priority in health systems research. Ultimately many of the things that make people healthy are publicly organized and they are not available in medical clinics. Their financing outstrips donors' resources and must be financed locally. Fundamentally the goal has to be to help countries build institutions to be a foundation for future health systems with a vision that reaches far outside the clinic. The idea of trying to compete for donor resources to make a population healthy will someday be consigned to history.

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As Iran removed UN seals from equipment at Natanz facility, UN nuclear chief Mohamed ElBaradei said Tehran would start small-scale nuclear enrichment.
The move was condemned by the US and European countries, which fear Iran is seeking to produce atomic bombs.
Tehran denies the accusation, saying it wants to produce nuclear energy only.
In a statement from the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) headquarters in Vienna, Mr ElBaradei said that as well as breaking the international seals on its atomic research centre in Natanz, Iran would before Wednesday remove seals on two other connected sites.
The BBC's Bethany Bell in Vienna says Iran's latest move is expected to trigger an emergency meeting of the IAEA's board of governors.
The board will consider whether to report Iran to the United Nations Security Council. It has refrained from taking that step, but now a referral looks increasingly likely, our correspondent says.
Our correspondent says that although the Iranian enrichment experiments are small scale and just for research purposes, there are fears they could lead to Iranian scientists mastering the art of uranium enrichment.
Depending on the level of enrichment, the uranium enrichment process results in either nuclear fuel or weapons grade uranium which can be used in nuclear warheads.
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White House spokesman Scott McClellan said Iran was risking a "serious escalation" in the international dispute.
Mr McClellan said the international community would have no other choice but to refer Tehran to the UN Security Council for possible sanctions.
UK Foreign Secretary Jack Straw also issued a statement condemning Iran's decision.
However, Mr Straw insisted that the problem must be resolved by diplomatic not military means - and he was to meet his French and German counterparts, along with EU foreign policy chief Javier Solana, in Berlin on Thursday to decide their response.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov also said his country was taking "active measures together with the Iranian side in order to keep this [Iranian] moratorium effective".
The BBC's security correspondent Gordon Corera says that Iran's decision to restart nuclear enrichment is a "real slap in the face to the international community".
He said that it was an indication of just how confrontational the country's new regime, led by hardline conservative President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, is.
The IAEA reported in 2003 that Iran had hidden a uranium enrichment programme for 18 years.
Iran insists its programme is entirely peaceful, and devoted solely to providing nuclear fuel, but Western countries are convinced that Iran, which has huge natural oil and gas reserves, is pursuing nuclear weapons.


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In her nine years with Big Picture Conferences (BPC) Orie has been responsible and accountable for the coordinated management of multiple related hospitality conferences marketed towards CEO's, COO's and CIO's, Presidents and Owners of Canadian hotels, resorts and restaurants. Orie oversees the day to day operations of BPC, directing staff and suppliers with respect to accounting, marketing and logistic procedures.
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I am building an alert call application, using javascript, that needs to call through a list of numbers till a human answers. I have a phone list set up in an array, that calls the numbers till first answer wins. This is exactly what I want and it works great . . .unless no one answers.
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Chicken door!
I installed a chicken door, in the door, of the GH. Like a dog door, only without a flap. I kinda do have confidence that hens could learn to use a flap, but to stay on the safe side, no flap.
It's important so that the chickens can come and go without opening the big man door and letting all the heat flow out. Chickens like to be outside, even in the snow (temporarily), but the point of having them in the GH is to keep them warmer than outdoor temperature.
The hens were very interested, right away. They always seem curious when the tools come out. Even though the man door was also open, right away they had to try out the new door.
I have a theory that (the aphorism about killing cats notwithstanding) curiosity is an essential survival trait. All animals seem to have it. Bees have it. Just plain curiosity about novelty. If we all have it, then our species' ancestors that survived had it, and it must have helped them survive. So in fact, curiosity saved the cat. Certainly the chicken at least.
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ReActor: a Tilting House That Shifts and Spins Based on its Inhabitants' Movements
In the rolling hills of upstate New York at the outdoor sculpture park Art Omi, artist duo Alex Schweder and Ward Shelley (previously) created a fully functional house with a special slant. The project, called ReActor, is a 42 by 8-foot rotating home that balances on a single 14-foot tall concrete column. Movements inside the dwelling, as well as outside forces like gusts of wind, cause the structure to gently tilt and rotate. In the summer of 2016, Schweder and Shelley inhabited the home for five days, and their movements toward or away from the house's fulcrum caused constant motion. Because the home is constructed with Philip Johnson-esque levels of floor-to-ceiling windows, the artists' interior activities were visible to Omi attendees.
Schweder and Shelley have collaborated since 2007, focusing on "performance architecture," a practice of designing, building, and living in structures for the purpose of public observation and dialogue. Though the artists are currently residing in (presumably) more stable housing, the tilting house remained on view at Omi until August 2018. (via Yellowtrace)


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Consistently generating more sales can seem like an exhausting process, but it doesn't have to be. Here are a few ways roofing contractors can use the power of the internet to attract and keep customers.
- Get Active on Social Media
If you don't have social media profiles for your roofing business, you need to set aside time to get started on these platforms and develop a plan for social media marketing. Nearly 80 percent of Americans are on some type of social media platform, which leaves this an untapped resource of potential leads if you aren't taking advantage of social media exposure.
When it comes to marketing and business, you will want to focus on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn first. Facebook has the largest audience and is great for marketing because Facebook has its own advertising options for businesses. Twitter is excellent for sharing news and links to articles or blogs. LinkedIn is useful for any roofing professional, though slightly more advantageous for commercial roofing versus residential roofing as it focuses on B2B connections.
Don't forget to update your social media profiles at least daily. Post stories of a highly successful roof system installation or before and after images of architectural shingles replacement. This is a great opportunity to promote your services and to keep your customers up to date with your business. Be sure to include links or embed widgets to these profiles on your website.
- Encourage Customers to Leave Reviews
Did you know 88 percent of consumers will consider online reviews before settling on a local business? Before online marketing, traditional marketing and word-of-mouth reviews were primary ways for roofing contractors to get business. Now, online review sites have become trusted tools for a customer's decision-making process.
There are three main venues for reviews of your roofing business—independent review sites, your own website and social media. Independent review sites like Google, Angie's List, Glassdoor, Yelp, Yellowpages and Manta are some examples. Ask clients to leave reviews for your business on these websites if possible. Your website also should include testimonials or reviews from clients. Depending on the platform your website is on, you can also embed Google reviews into a webpage.
Facebook has a great review system that is appealing for many customers. The average customer may not go out of their way to visit a third-party review site, but many will take a moment to leave a star rating and a short sentence on your company's Facebook page.
- Create Incentives for Repeat Customers and Referrals
While you're busy working on your social media profiles and your website's search engine optimization (SEO) ranking, don't forget about directly rewarding customers for choosing your roofing services. Providing customer incentives is a technique nearly any business can use, but it works particularly well for businesses that provide more expensive services like roofing. Customer incentives are a great idea for contractors who do residential roofing but can still be effective for those who do commercial work, as well.
Social media is a great platform for sharing customer incentives, such as discount codes or promotions. This platform also will make it easy for customers to share posts about discounts which further exposes your business to more potential customers. A newer roofing company can quickly gain a larger audience by posting tempting deals that require sharing on Facebook or Twitter to access.
Don't forget to give rewards to clients for referrals. Service businesses often are recommended through word-of-mouth between neighbors, friends and family. Offering some type of reward to both referrer and referee is memorable and enticing.
- Ensure Your Website is Optimized for Local Searches
Having a website is a must for any professional company, but this is just the first step. To really build a strong web presence for your roofing business you need to focus on local SEO. SEO is the art of ranking higher in search engines. For a contractor, local SEO is most important as your company focuses on customers regionally.
There are many little tricks and techniques to improving local SEO, but the most basic level involves developing keywords and inserting these within your website and blog. You will want to choose phrases that customers may search for, such as "roofing in (city)", "residential roofing in (city)", "roof repair in (city)", etc. Don't forget to include phrases for specific services or roofing systems you offer, as well, such as "green roofs in (city)" or "architectural shingles in (city)".
The internet has positively changed the way contractors can find more work, and often the best marketing techniques are fairly easy to grasp. These four tips featured are examples of how you can improve your business growth.


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New Program Connects Students with Off Campus Jobs
Career Services has integrated a new, student-friendly resource to develop relationships with local companies in the valley by showing where GCU students have worked, or currently work off-campus.READ MORE
Volunteers Needed for Community Fall Festival
WHAT: GCU's vision is to fill the campus with live entertainment, game and food booths, and inflatable rides for children to play on … and invite the entire community to come and enjoy a free, fun-filled evening of entertainment on our campus as a local Christian alternative to Halloween. This is a sponsored event, at no cost to visitors, bringing local businesses, organizations, and families together for a time of celebration and festivity. We are looking for a great night of fun with hundreds from the community joining us! WHEN: Thursday, October 28 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Before the Event Sponsor a game or food booth: Each student group is asked to host a game or food booth. (To avoid duplicates, all booths must register with the Office of Spiritual Life. Call Terri Faust at ext. 6750 or email email@example.com to register.) Registration forms are also online at http://my.gcu.edu/Students/SpiritualLife/Community/Pages/FallFestival.aspx. Chili Cook-off: The Guild is sponsoring a chili cook-off with all proceeds going towards scholarships for students. Register to submit your chili for this event by contacting the Office of Alumni Relations at ext. 639.6418 or email@example.com. Deadline for registering is Tuesday, October 26. All entries must be brought to […]READ MORE
Storm Causes Damage to Canyon Hall, Vehicles
A savage, 20-minute storm hit GCU late Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 5, blowing out more than 100 windows across campus and causing extensive hail damage to parked vehicles. Although no injuries were reported, the new dormitory, Canyon Hall, sustained considerable window damage. Nearly all of the four dozen windows facing southeast on the dorm's eastern wing were blown out and required boarding. Staffers and volunteers worked into the night to perform patchwork repairs.READ MORE
Rehearsals Under Way for 'All in the Timing'
The theatre department of the College of Fine Arts and Production is set to follow up the well-received Pirates of Penzance with David Ives' All in the Timing. The cast is hard at work at rehearsals, preparing for opening night on Oct. 22.READ MORE
CLA Student Success Webinars for October
The Center for Learning and Advancement offers a series of webinars to prime students for success in university academics. The following webinars are available at the given dates and are from 3 to 3:30 p.m. Register for a webinar at http://my.gcu.edu/Academics/cla/Pages/studentSuccessWebinars.aspx Effective Research Strategies Webinars 10/5/10 Research Strategies 1 Effective Online Research Techniques Demonstrates how to use effective search techniques when searching online, as well as what to look for when evaluating websites. 10/6/10 Research Strategies 2 Writing a University Research Paper Identifies the step by step process to writing a research paper at the university level 10/7/10 Research Strategies 3 Navigating the GCU Library This webinar will walk you through the library resources available in Grand Canyon University's online or traditional libraries. The Writing Process Webinars 10/12/10 The Writing Process 1 Phase One: Pre-Writing Focuses on identifying the purpose of the paper, writing a solid thesis statement, gathering information, and organizing an outline. 10/13/10 The Writing Process 2 Phase Two: Beginning to Write Demonstrates how to take an outline to a paragraph format and how to appropriately use in text citations. It will highlight how to write a dynamic introduction, revise for powerful […]READ MORE
Vote for GCU's Lindsay Fernandez to be Fiesta Bowl Queen
Junior GCU student Lindsay Fernandez is a finalist for the crown of Fiesta Bowl queen. Online voting is open to the public and began today at ABC 15. For more information on Lindsay, check out her feature article at the Herd on Campus. According to the voting site, each year, hundreds of young women from across the state vie for the prestigious Fiesta Bowl crown, a tradition which selects finalists based on community involvement, scholastic achievement, poise and personality. The Fiesta Bowl Queen and Court Scholarship Program is open to young women currently attending any Arizona college or university on a full-time basis. The Fiesta Bowl Queen and Court serve as ambassadors to the Fiesta Bowl Festival of College Football, which encompasses more than 40 events. Voting begins Friday, October 1, and ends Monday, October 4, at 5 p.m. The Queen will be announced during Sonoran Living Live on Thursday, October 7, at 11 a.m. View the entries and read their biographies, click on the Vote tab to vote for your favorite. You must be registered on the site to vote, one vote per person. Vote for Lindsay right here. The following is Lindsay's essay she submitted to the Fiesta […]READ MORE
Career Services Unveils New, Improved Website
The Grand Canyon University Career Services Center added the Career Insider resource to provide on-line tools and resource for all job-seeking students.READ MORE
Know Your 'Lopes: Kyle Ciliento, Men's Soccer
Get to know your 'Lopes! GCU student athlete Kyle Ciliento was named an All-American as a Freshman soccer player. Learn a little more about Kyle and cheer on you 'Lopes!READ MORE


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Oh yeah, summer plan mostly home so I call it Homecation. It's kind of boring and tiring to see the same thing all year round. Summer for us is not that exciting but with our two dragons we will try to make it a little busy and interesting. Let's begin with going out to different events that we can find in our neighborhood. Last weekend we went to this night market at Squirrel hill. It was cool with so much food and crafts desplay all over the street. Then Justine and I went to this amazing debu birthday party while Joe and Jake spent their time at the batting cage practicing some baseball. Most of the time we stay home and have the kids do some reading, playing with their tablets as rewards, watching TV and listening some music and playing baseball. Well, it's Jake playing baseball for the 8 year olds tournaments in Greenfield.
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Monthly Meeting
Richard told us that UTSI was in need of 2 new podiums. They will supply the materials, but they need someone to build them.
Check the web site for upcoming events. There are many this month!
Henry May is coordinating the carvers at the Polly Crockett Festival at Cowan this coming Friday through Sunday.
At the October meeting, we will have officer nominations, and at the November meeting, we will have officer elections.
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The curio cabinet was auctioned off. Henry Davis bought it for $975.00!
Show and Tell
Matt Brothers showed slides of a Barrister Style Display Bookcase he made for a client to store the annual programs for the Shelbyville Horse Show. It was red oak with a dark walnut stain. He used 1/4 inch aluminum track for the doors to slide into.
Bob Addington made a walnut bowl for UTSI, and had 5 other dark walnut bowls finished with 2 coats of Danish and 4 coats of wipe-on poly. He makes his wipe-on poly by mixing regular poly 50/50 with mineral spirits. He used 1000 grit wet/dry paper between finishes.
Gary Runyon made a red heart pen for UTSI
Jerry Newbill brought an alligator puzzle for UTSI.
Bob Molloy donated a figured maple box with a walnut handle and accents for UTSI.
Dick Wollam brought a lidded bowl for UTSI and a carved owl out of basswood on a black base for accent.
Harry May brought 2 box elder carved pins- a turtle and a butterfly.
Jim Van Cleave brought a relief carving of an eagle for UTSI.
Geoff Roan brought some plaques that he had made using his computerized CNC router. He explained vector graphics.
Felix Rees donated a lamp base made of walnut and oak to UTSI.
Richard Gulley made a walnut bowl for UTSI.
Ross Roepke made a lidded box for UTSI.
Alan Odell brought a carved eagle that will top a wounded warrior cane.
Hand-cut Dovetails by Tom Cowan
Tom showed us, via a well made video (Thanks, Loyd!!) how to hand cut dovetails. He cuts his tails first, and then uses them to mark and cut the pins. He recommends that the sides be made of a softer wood than the drawer front.
Half-blind dovetails are most common for drawers. He uses a 12 degree angle. Of course, Tom made this look easy with great explanation. Be sure to check out the video from our library if you want to cut your own dovetails. It is easy to understand, and very informative!
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Passionate about beer, cycling and Reigate, Pilgrim Brewery has been instrumental in helping create Ride Reigate. Established in 1982 Pilgrim Brewery is the oldest craft brewery in the South East and are driven by the desire to brew the very best of beers, consistently, whilst using the highest quality ingredients available on the market.
Pilgrim Brewery will be providing every rider with a complimentary beer on the finish line and donating £1 per participant plus proceeds from sales on the day to St Catherine's Hospice.


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We are also excited for the upcoming MentorWIN Advisory Circle meeting on September 21, 2017. A powerhouse of TurkishWINners have actively joined this circle to fully charge the MentorWIN program. Stay tuned for updates and other great ways to get involved.
Sharing Corner
Mentor: Ece Gelal, Software Engineer, AirTies Wireless Network
Sharing Mentee: Huriye Acar, Electronics Engineering Student, Pamukkale University
"Although we had a serious distance physically, I have never felt that she is far away. Every time I need help, she was there to help me. When I was a little bit confused in my career goals, she encouraged me to take actions. I thank her for her belief in me. This was an amazing experience for me. It really boosted my self-confidence. I believe I can fly right now."
Food for Thought
A 2017 study by professional services firm Egon Zehnder found that only 54% of women have access to senior leaders who act as mentors. Below are six ways women can help land the right people in their corner. You can read the full article here.
Dos and Dont's
- Be reliable. Make every effort to show up for scheduled meetings.
- Identify your mentee's strengths and show her how to use it.
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O Thou who hast, in every age,
Thy trusting people safely led,
On us, who in Thy work engage,
Thy Spirit's guiding influence shed.
As moon and stars their beams unite,
To gild and gladden every zone,
So blend Thy Word and works their light,
To make Thy grace and glory known.
Though Thou art holy, wise, and great,
And we are sinful worms of clay,
Thou dost regard our low estate,
And bend to listen while we pray.
On those who sow in youthful minds
The seeds of harvests yet to be,
Bestow the living faith, which binds
The heart in loyal love to Thee.
Protect our youth from every foe,
And lead in paths of truth and peace;
As they in age and knowledge grow,
May faith and holiness increase.
So to Thy Church, in wisdom taught,
May men of nobler life be given;
Until, by holy deed and thought,
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One brand I swear by is Max Factor. There are so, so many reason's why I am loyal to the 'Make Up of Make Up artists' brand, just some of them include stocking a long lasting smooth foundation for only £9.99 (really good in comparison to Estee Lauder, my second favourite brand, where I've spent £26 many times on their Double Wear), they sell a lipstick in 'a Pearl Orange' shade (I like my oranges!) and also that I have never used a face powder of such good quality than their Cream Puff.
And now they have just launched a one-off campaign, Max Factor Kiss Art, to raise money for the Macmillan Cancer Support Charity. The campaign works by auctioning illustrators, artists and celebrities pieces of art designed using Max Factor Lipfinity Liptint pens!
The piece of 'Kiss Art' can be a scribble, doodle, illustration, collage or even just words – as long as it represents the drawers own style! Some of the people who have alreay donated or are currently in the process include: Pixie Lott, Barbara Hulanicki (Founder of Biba, fashiond designer, illustrator) Amy Molyneaux (one half of fashion label PPQ) and reowned illustrator Jo Ratcliffe.
The auction will take place online at Ebay's charity site on 28th March 2011 and full proceeds will be donated to Macmillan Cancer Support.
Max Factor will have its own dedicated area on the Ebay site, with information about the campaign and a quote from Caroline Barnes, Max Factor's make-up artist, endorsing Kiss Art. Such a fab way of raising awareness! Oh and here's my own version of a Kiss Art drawing…. don't thinking i'll be giving up the day job any day soon!


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The extension to this extravagant mock Tudor property was specifically designed to match the existing external detailing and materials. In keeping with this theme we were able to meet our client's requirements, creating a partnership, and communicating with them effectively throughout the build.
The extension consists of a new lounge, first floor bedroom and useable loft space and associated external works built to a very high standard.
When we complete our amazing work, to only the highest standard, we always ensure that our customers are happy with every aspect.
This is shown in the way that we are asked to return to complete further work.
We have since returned to this Tudor house to refurbish the family bathroom and more recently, a replacement kitchen and associated structural work.
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After exploring all of the Northside's best tourist attractions, you'll probably be hungry and have worked up a serious thirst. But fret not, we're here to make your life easier with our guide to the Northside's best pubs and grub.
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The Winding Stair has come a long way from its days as a tweed mill and is one of the Northside's foremost haunts for home-cooked grub. Situated directly across from the Ha'penny Bridge, the quaint restaurant places a particular importance on serving produce from artisan suppliers, thus ensuring guests are treated to the best in Irish fare.
A sister restaurant to the The Winding Stair and located adjacent, The Wooden Mills is an ideal pit stop for a delicious breakfast or a filling and tasty lunch. Drawing influences from Mediterranean, Caribbean, Middle- Eastern and – naturally – traditional Irish flavours, The Wooden Mills, never fails to keep the punters impressed.
L. Mulligan Grocer is home to hearty food that's guaranteed to fuel your Northside adventure. The traditional Irish pub serves food everyday from 5pm and is found within walking distance of the Old Jameson Distillery. As well as its mouth-watering menu, Mulligan's also boasts an outstanding whiskey and craft beer menu – so crack upon a bottle of I.P.A and enjoy!
Exactly what it says on the tin, The Church is an atmospheric restaurant housed in a renovated church located close to Henry Street – the Northside's premier shopping street. The stylish bar and restaurant offers an extensive menu and is ideally suited to picky eaters as they're sure to find something to their taste at The Church.
Located in the heart of Phibsborough, Woodstock is a down-to-earth restaurant and wine bar, which blends a cosy and warm atmosphere with a chic and modern interior. The restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a quick lunch as its deli counter offers an extensive choice of salads, fillings, wraps and rolls as well as serving delicious homecooked meals – perfect nourishment for exploring Dublin on cold rainy days.
The Lotts Café Bar is the proud owner of the smallest snug in Dublin and is conveniently found around the corner from the Ha'penny Bridge. The pub's historical and colourful façade only adds to the bar's welcoming and jovial atmosphere and is a foolproof option for those wishing to experience some Dublin charm. Serving excellent cocktails and hosting live music every Friday night, it's a great spot to start your party weekend.
Specialising in world and craft beers, Porterhouse North is situated close to Glasnevin Cemetery and the National Botanic Gardens. Housed in a converted garage, the art-deco pub has an exhaustive list of beers, cocktails and spirits for guests to try. The bar also has an array of special drink offers during the week and is an ideal budget option for those cash-strapped tourists.
Describing itself as a "drinking pub with a music problem" Cobblestone's is a traditional bar which places a big emphasis on respecting Irish music and culture. Widely frequented by some of the country's most talented musicans, the bar plays host to traditional music sessions seven days a week as well as sessions by an Uilleann Pipe session on the first Tuesday night of every month.
At least eight generations of the Kavanagh family have worked behind the bar of John Kavanagh – The Gravediggers and let's hope the proud hardworking tradition will continue as the bar is as much of an institution in Glasnevin as the cemetery itself. Retaining all the history, character and charm of its former years The Gravediggers ensures punters can enjoy a pint of creamy Guinness in authentic surroundings.
Fagans has been a drinking oasis for more than 90 years and is the proud watering hole of many famous actors and sports stars as well as former Taoisigh (Prime Ministers). Located close to Croke Park, or Croker as it's known colloquially, visitors to Fagans can combine their love of the Black Stuff with learning all about the traditional Irish sports of Hurling and Gaelic Football at the GAA Museum.
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Can you make Sugar Scrubs without essential oils? You use extracts/flavoring in this Coconut Sugar Scrub Recipe.
When making sugar scrubs, I typically use essential oils, this time I used Coconut Extract or Flavoring. I wanted to make a coconut sugar scrub, but could not find a coconut essential oil, so I tried coconut flavoring. This Coconut Sugar Scrub maybe my favorite scrub. One disadvantage to using flavorings is you have to use so much more than when you use essential oil. The benefit is you normally have flavorings on hand, and you can purchase them at any grocery store.
Coconut Smell
I wanted the Coconut smell to be strong enough you did not have to put it up to your nose to be able to tell it was coconut. Two tablespoons of Coconut extract are in this scrub which is a lot, but it smells amazing in this scrub. I have been using this Coconut Sugar Scrub in my shower. It leaves your skin so soft and smelling like you are on a tropical paradise island. Like anything you use on your entire body, test this scrub out on your hands to make sure you are not allergic to it.
What is a Sugar Scrub?
A sugar scrub gently exfoliates your skin and leaves it soft, smooth, silky, and smelling fantastic. It smells good enough to eat. To make this sugar scrub super silky, I used Coconut Oil, Olive Oil, and Vitamin E. I have been taking Vitamin E for my hair and nails. To soften my cuticles to help with extreme dryness, I had also broken open the capsules and rubbed the oil around my cuticles.
Soften My Hands
To help soften my hands, I decided to try Vitamin E in this sugar scrub. I think Vitamin E is the secret to how soft this Sugar Scrub makes your hands feel. After breaking open a few capsules, 1000 IE strength, for a teaspoon full and added it to the sugar scrub.
Vitamin E Oil
I recently found out that you can purchase Vitamin E oil liquid version too. Because this sugar scrub turned out better than I imagined, I made a Peppermint Scrub, an Orange, and a Lavender Scrub. If you need an inexpensive gift that smells amazing and leave your skin soft, try making this sugar scrub.
If you need an inexpensive gift that smells amazing and leave your skin soft, try making this Coconut Sugar Scrub Recipe.
Ingredients for Coconut Sugar Scrub:
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup coconut oil (Do not melt it. I will melt as you mix it.)
- One teaspoon Vitamin E oil.
- Two tablespoons Olive Oil
- Two tablespoons Coconut Extract/flavoring (If using essential oil, try 1/4 teaspoon)
Instructions for making Coconut Sugar Scrub:
Stir together all the ingredient well.
I store my sugar scrub in a mason jar.
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Many men have erectile dysfunction, especially with new partners but also with long-established relationships. Once a man has a failure he is set up for more failures. I once got in the sack with a lady more because I thought she expected it than that I wanted it. She was skinny and had quite small breasts, which didn't help get me aroused. At any rate, it didn't work. I was "programmed" to failure. I had it so bad I would tell prospective partners I was impotent, which took psychological pressure off me. Yet I knew it was all in my head because nocturnal erections were very firm. I eventually overcame it by putting my attention on the woman instead of myself and not giving a hoot about myself one way or another. It was great for them, and eventually best for me.
A friend confided he had the problem and more or less threatened me if I ever told anybody, so I worked on him. I told him to close his eyes and go back to a time when it didn't come up and feel the emotions, "and when you feel them just nod your head." When he nodded his head I said "When I clap my hands and say DISCONNECT it will disconnect the emotions you're feeling now at all levels of your mind." I said DISCONNECT! and clapped my hands 3 times in a row. Then I challenged him. "Now try to go back and bring up those emotions you just had and you'll find you can't do it." He tried, and he couldn't. Next day he called exuberantly "Your therapy worked!" I believe his partner was his wife, but I know he strays so I'm not sure. All the years I'd known him he let on like he was such a stud.
There are many reasons for erectile dysfunction, including vascular disease (my field), age and medication. In general, if it comes up in the night, the problem is in your head. Urologists tell me that isn't always so, but this simple therapy is worth a try. Anyone can do it for you. I couldn't do it for myself even though I knew where the problem was. I've been successful treating others the few times I've had the opportunity to try. High blood pressure medications and prostatectomy USUALLY kills erections, but not always.
If these methods fail, seek out a hypnotist experienced in this area. It is a common problem.
NOTE: The author of this page is not a state or medically-licensed professional.


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Circles and squares in squares. What could be simpler? Almost anything. Today, it's the old toll booths on the Mass Turnpike. They've been removed now and they check your entries and exits using cameras and signals. But before that and for years and years, we had toll booths. I have no idea how people who don't have a tag on their car pay for using the pike. I know they do it, so I assume they photograph the car's license plate and bill its owners. Something like that!
7 thoughts on "SQUARING THE CIRCLE – THE OLD TOLL BOOTHS ON THE PIKE"
The one toll highway we have is privately owned by SNC Lavalin. They got the highway for a song and have been sticking it to us ever since. You have to buy a transponder if you use it regularly (used to be around $90.00). Otherwise they take your licence plate and bill you that way. The charges are excessive and they make mistakes and there's no way you can dispute it. There's no-one to answer the phone. If you don't pay you can't renew your licence. It can cost over $20. to go one way across the city. I would rather the toll booths where you pay up front and then forget about it.


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Dear Park Neighbors-
I have a bit of important news regarding the upcoming Night at the Park Side Cafe event on Friday, December 21st. City officials came up to the cafe yesterday and explained some key factors to us that we didn't understand clearly at first. That our occupancy would be strictly limited to 55 until we have our exterior stair built. This stair will not be ready for install until the last week of January. So that basically means we can't have a large event at the building on that night as we had hoped. It's a disappointment, however, we respect the laws the City has in place for public safety and plan to cooperate fully with them.
That might seem like a bit of bad news, but there is good news in it too. We can still offer tours and sneak peaks of the cafe on the night of the 21st from 5-7 and then still hold the full event at a nearby venue from 6-midnight. The venue change will be announced by Monday. All ticket holders will need to show their tickets at the door to get a tour of the building and then keep their tickets to get into the event at the new nearby location.
The show will go on! At two locations! At the new nearby venue TBA, there will be an amazing silent auction full of local art, hand crafted vegan appetizers from the Park Side Cafe staff, local wines, beer and cocktails and three awesome Olympia bands! All to raise money for the West Central Park, a 501c3 public charity that is dedicated to serving the community in which it sits and one which envisions a green, walkable neighborhood with resilient connections. Plan a fun date night out contributing to a great cause! Tickets are still available at Vic's on the Westside, Phoebe's on Division and the Olympia Frame Makers on Harrison.
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Tarlati Bishop Soup
La Toscana: Tuscan Recipes
This is for Tarlati who had a grand Aretine family status and who fought for a castle near Anghiari.
Many members of the Tarlati family drowned. But the Tarlati of the soup was a bishop, who lead 300 people against the Verdi (those who had nothing in common with the political economy), to fight the mayor of Arezzo,
in order to extend his land up to the castle and return to Avignone, where he was reported to have authorised the pope Giovanni XXII, in a number of efforts to excommunicate Mattio Visconti and have stability with Cristo, in order to get rich.This is why the soup is also known as 'Soupe à la reine'.After several talks with the Florentine contributor about the French cuisine, it was decided that some of the french cuisine would be brought to Italy. And afterwards, a Tuscan chef called Sergio Lorenzi, created this unique recipe.
Ingredients for 8 people
1 1.5 kg chicken
50g of butter
50g of white flour
2 litres of chicken stock
1 onion
1 stick of celery
1 teaspoon of ground pepper
3 cloves
2 bay leaves
100g of fresh cream
8 fried pieces of bread.
In a pan. Melt the butter and mix in the flour. When the mixture begins to look like paste, add the chicken stock. Mix with a wooden spoon and bring to the boil. Meanwhile, wash the chicken, and stuff it with onion, celery, pepper, and cloves and cook it all, remembering to put the chicken stock around it. Boil it slowly for 40-60 minutes. Then remove the chicken and split it into fine pieces. Including the breasts and thighs. Mix it in with the mixture and add the cream slowly until the mixture becomes smooth.
Stir it well and season it with salt. Serve it hot and with bread.
Recipes kindly supplied by
Il Tirreno
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Can a person camp without a campfire? Sure. Can a family still have fun camping without a campfire? We did. I am simply writing about the burn ban and the effect it had on the general population using one of our State parks.
My issue is simple. If there is a chance a campfire will get out of control from one of these fire rings - then engineering controls need to be amended, so it can't happen. Banning campfires and charcoal from picnic braziers is not the answer. Banning fire period literally caused MFSP to be basically empty during Spring Break and the sign at the front gate said "No occupancy".
The reason for this was all the sites were booked and paid for in advance, but the burn ban caused many to reconsider. I do not believe it was the rain, as it came and went both days with plenty of sunshine afterward and Saturday was dry and cool - perfect weather.
As far as "Engineering controls" go, a few issues that could be covered are this:
1. Short class at the station the first night you camp
2. Water hoses at the spigots
3. Possibly a CO2 fire extinguisher at the site.
4. Revised Fire ring with the predominant wind sides blocked (2).
5. Online course of campfire/cooking for a safe TX-issued fire card
6. Handouts at the gate explaining safe fire practices.
7. Random oversight by park personnel/volunteers for unsafe fire situations
Now I also understand that seasoned hikers/backpackers/campers have a more educated view of setting camp and camp-discipline, but most people who use the screened-shelters and improved sites (water/elect) want a campfire and many of us who camp often do too.
My beef is simply that the State needs to improve rather than remove. I asked about the fire ban being lifted and found out that it was imposed on the previous Tuesday. Tuesday? Why not Thursday? Why did it have to wait until the next Tuesday before it was considered again?
One Ranger said they thought the ban was on because of an "incident at Pedernales Falls SP", but they were not sure.
Another issue, which I did not bring up in my Blog and it is nothing more than a conundrum, was the firewood issue for the environments sake and I understand this, you are not allowed to pick-up any wood of any kind from the surrounding area and burn it. Fine.
You have 2 options. Bring your own wood or purchase wood at the gate. I brought in about 500 pounds of hardwood in my little car, which basically took up the whole back, because according to the official website Thursday morning, there was NO burn ban in Travis County and rain was predicted.
When I told the Ranger I was going to leave the wood for the next camper, they replied that it would be removed, as they sold firewood. When I observed the park staff removing a tree that was damaged, I asked if the wood could be made available for campers and they said "No", that would involve the forestry service, so they would use it for personal fires. (At no time did I have a beef with Park staff, in fact I talked with a Ranger for 15 minutes and we reviewed one of the videos).
So, the park sells wood and anything left is removed. However, since the burn bans, there has been little wood purchased, robbing the State Park of funds - but - since folks are losing their deposit for reserved campsites, they are still making some money. Then there's the fact that picnickers are not coming into the park to cook on the many empty charcoal braziers, the park once again is losing money and all of this is due to the burn ban.
Improve – not remove.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Monday, March 30, 2009
Texas State Burn Bans Ruin Camping!
Texas County Commissioners issue burn bans which effectively stop campers from campfire camping or cooking on charcoal in state parks. I witnessed and experienced this first hand this past Spring Break weekend at McKinney Falls State Park near Austin, Texas.
See the first video here.
In order to reserve a camp site at many Texas state parks, it is necessary to book months in advance and this I did. Since Texas is a big state and has very little public land, camping in a park is what most of us are forced to do or we will have no place to camp. I booked this campsite January 20th, 2009.
Upon arrival at the Park Thursday March 26th, I was informed there was an "extreme burn ban" in effect and no campfires or charcoal cooking or fires would be allowed under heavy penalty. I informed the Rangers that I had checked the Texas Parks and Wildlife web site daily and it showed Travis County this very morning as not being under a burn ban and they said I was wrong, as they had checked it also.
I had indeed checked the website and it did not show a burn ban or I would have cancelled my reservation, as camping without a campfire is just not the same thing and evidence of this attitude was everywhere in the park – which was basically empty.
It had been pouring rain in the park for hours and I asked if the ban would be lifted because it was so wet and I was once again informed that this decision had been made the previous Tuesday and it would be Tuesday March 31st before the county commissioner would review the ban.
I was outraged to say the least and once again felt like our Texas government was working against us law-abiding families. The pervasive strong-arm of government interference once again is used to keep anyone from making a decision based on changing conditions. Why in the world would a blanket burn ban be used to stop a family from cooking on charcoal in a State park? The hundreds of picnic tables and charcoal burners were vacant Friday and Saturday each time we walked by them on the many trails.
My pile of hardwood hauled 200 miles from Baytown lay unburned at our screen shelter and I was informed it would be removed by park staff, rather than leave it for the next camper.
See the second video here:
The solution is simple and it involves understanding the nature of families and camping/picnicking and a governing official with enough brass to take this bull by the horns and correct it.
One: The Park superintendent should always over ride the County Commissioner on burn bans, even if it takes the Governor of Texas to step in. Camping and campfires are synonymous, just as picnics and charcoal grills (folks are just not going to tote a propane stove 300 yards to get to a picnic table, but they will tote charcoal, etc.). We must be allowed to have them, so how is this accomplished in a safe manner?
Two: Engineering controls need to be implemented so that fires are always contained. Better fire rings with wind screens and charcoal braziers which do not allow the wind to whip through them are good starting points.
Three: Campers should be educated on safe and acceptable campfires and each camp site should be randomly checked by park staff on acceptable practices. An evening 10 minute camp fire class could be held at the pavilion by park staff/volunteers to facilitate safe camping is an option.
Four: CO2 or Class A fire extinguishers could be made available for campers or at least water hoses for those who wish a campfire.
The bottom line is simple. Campers and picnickers should always be put ahead of County burn bans. The empty parking lots and vacant picnic tables told the sad story. I want to add that my complaint is not with Park staff, but their compliance with the blanket burn ban decisions which effectively ruin camping and picnickers from enjoying the park to the fullest.
I talked to a Park employee for about 20 minutes and we reviewed one of the videos I made and I asked if anything they saw on the video was inaccurate and they said "No". I am taking this all the way to the Governor of Texas to get this changed and I ask everyone to write, call or do what they can to join me.
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Labels: burn ban, Camping, charcoal, fires, firewood, McKinney Falls, Park, picnic, State, Texas, Travis county
Sunday, March 22, 2009
BB eats Chicken-Fried Bacon at the Houston Rodeo!
We are constantly being told what we should eat and many delicious foods are now socially taboo. I contend that many delicious foods, eaten in moderation are still a very viable option, so to back up my beliefs with action, here I am eating what some folks would scream in hysteria if someone suggested they try it.
Folks, I give you chicken-fried bacon!
at March 22, 2009
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BB eats the Cheese-filled, bacon-wrapped hot dog
We are constantly being told what we should eat and many delicious foods are now socially taboo. I contend that many delicious foods, eaten in moderation are still a very viable option, so, to back up my beliefs with action, here I am eating what some folks would scream in hysteria if they had to eat it.
Folks, I give you the cheese-filled, bacon-wrapped hot dog!
at March 22, 2009
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Friday, March 20, 2009
One Foot in Front of the Other
I met my old Air Force buddy, John Graham at the park entrance of yes – Brazos Bend State Park today. After he read my last hike report, he begged me to go on the "next one". Who am I to deny a friend a good trail hike?
We both had hydration day packs on and since it rained about an inch over the last week, mosquitoes were expected, but thanks to liberal amounts of Deet, they never appeared, or were absent – I don't know or care as long as they left us alone.
Wonderful 58 degree weather, clear skies and low humidity were welcome signs, but 80 degree temps were predicted, so after donning our gear, we shoved off towards the east side of 40-Acre lake.
This was John's first trip to BBSP and he was game to do a long hike. So was I, but since the temperature rise was going to seriously affect us, I plotted a ten-miler. We ended up going about 12 miles and both of us were trail weary by the time we came back to where we started. Wait until July in Texas and a ten-miler will be impossible.
Due to the 50 degree weather, the American Alligators were laying low and we only saw a few along the Spillway Trail and Elm Lake before we came across a big Daddy towards the back of the lake. It is to date the largest alligator I see at the park. We did however get a close look at an American Bittern, as brownish bird that is normally reclusive.
Rosette spoonbills, Little blue herons, Moorhens, Blue-wing teal and many more waterfowl are everywhere and it is pure delight to be in this park. The duck-weed lies across the many sloughs, ponds and lakes and makes alligator spotting difficult. They are right in front of you and look camouflaged beyond instant recognition.
The last two times I've hiked BBSP, it has been during the week. Today was Friday and since it is Spring Break, there were kids and families on bicycles on all the trails. Well to be honest, we saw a few families on the trails, but that was more than I was used to. Last week, I walked for 5 and half hours and didn't see another human for 90% of it and that was fine by me.
John was excellent trail company and this meant he listened while I talked and talk I did. I ran on about trail philosophy and philosophy in general. I told him about experiences I had hiking in California, Michigan and Georgia. We talked about protein, fat and carb control to keep stamina high while hiking and we shared a couple granola snacks. We both had a hard time hiking through the feral hog ruts and we both returned to our vehicles weary, but better for the experience.
There is something about good clean and hard work that cleanses the soul. Today we experienced this in abundance.
We vowed to do it again soon and we will.
at March 20, 2009
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Thursday, March 12, 2009
Banging my Foots on the Trail
I guess I'm the proverbial glutton for self-abuse. Only a week has gone by and I've went hiking again and I blasted off like I was a spring chicken after working a shift at the Chemical Plant that pays my bills.
I blame Brazos Bend State Park, its wildlife and the Staff that maintains this great Park for drawing me back so soon, plus the fact that American alligator breeding season is in full heat. If you want to see gators, now is the time to go where they live.
I made the hour and twenty minute drive from Baytown to the Needville, Texas State Park (BBSP) and pulled in the Ranger station right about 8am. I was greeted by a friendly Hispanic Ranger and I attempted in my meager Spanish to ask about mosquitoes. She instantly warmed up to me and told me in Spanish that zancudos were no problemos right now due to the dry weather.
I parked in the first lot, next to the bathroom facilities and made my way down the short Prairie Trail towards the 40 Acre Lake.
Right off the bat I noticed two large alligators lounging close to the bank. This was a big change from a week ago when the alligators were more sluggish. This morning they were alert and numerous times during the day I witnessed them sliding along or moving towards me as I walked the trails.
They tell me they've never had a serious incident in the park concerning alligators, but warning signs are posted and during breeding season, the gators move all over the place. This is important to note, as one could be directly on the trail, or lying beside it in deep grass. When in doubt, keep to the middle of the well-maintained trail.
Since the park was for the most part devoid of people and it was early morning, my head turned back and forth like a pendulum, as I walked, but I was confident and cool and I was steadily hiking, looking and taking photographs and videos to post on the web.
I was having the time of my life and the best part was I knew it as I was doing it.
All the State Parks have online maps and also in the park you are visiting. I grabbed one at the Ranger station and they are printed on 8X14 paper and quite rugged. Each time I've hiked, I used mine extensively (with sweaty hands) and they hold up very well.
This day I plotted what I figured to be about 12 miles, using a series of trails and visit part of the park I did not hike the week before. The only problem I encountered was getting from one trail to the next across the park and not having a to-scale map to gauge the distance. This hike grew as I walked it and even though I kept on a steady pace, it turned into a 14 miler by trails end.
I shot 11 videos for posting on youtube and if you subject yourself to them in the order I shot them by following my web pages, you will see how beat down I became by the last one. I had foolishly run out of water, even though I took what should have been enough, my feet were sore and I was dehydrated. Live and learn you say? Not likely, as this wasn't my first rodeo…but, I am okay and next time I'll bring a hydration pack instead of my lumber pack, which only carries 32ounces of water.
What got me down was the temperature and rising humidity. Up until then, I've been hiking with cool temperatures and 78 degrees while hiking 14 miles and carrying 20-pounds of gear multiplied the stress factor. That and the five and a half hours of strenuous hiking.
Anyway, my photos are posted here along with the many videos.
All feedback on http://www.youtube.com and ratings will be posted and appreciated.
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Thursday, March 05, 2009
BB Hikes the Brazos Bend SP Trails
I'm fresh off the Pedernales Falls State Park camp-out; my coat still has the faint scent of wood smoke and I decided I just had to go check out another set of trails. I've got a fever and the only prescription is more trail-hiking, to plagiarize Christopher Walken's famous line.
Now I have reservations for a 4 day campout at McKinney Falls State Park in three weeks and since there is a burn ban in effect there, I'm cancelling it and going back to Pedernales Falls, where they will let you have a campfire. Anyway, even though I have a trip planned, I still want to go hiking and I want to do it anytime I get the chance, so here is how it all went down this week.
Back about ten years ago, my bride and I drove through BBSP (Brazos Bend State Park) and basically stayed in the car and visited whatever was viewable from the front seat – hardly the best way to see nature and this was my meager memory of the Park. However, we now have the Internet at our fingertips and the great State of Texas' website people have gone way out of their way to attract campers, hikers and day-trippers. Maps, photos, scads of information and even videos of the park grace their well-built web pages.
I downloaded a park map and a separate trail map of BBSP so I could plan out a good 10-mile hike and then I enlisted the fellowship of my son, Nick and nephew, Andy Tallant. These two mid-20's fellows made for some good company and a lot of trail humor to boot and we all benefited from pounding our feet on the trails.
Now, I'm in Baytown and according to Google Maps, BBSP is about 70+ miles from my house, but Houston traffic had a tail-wind and we arrived exactly one hour after leaving the house. My goal was to arrive at 9am and we did. I stopped at the main gate and flashed my Texas State Park Pass ($60 once a year and well worth it), which allowed me and my trail mates free access, so to speak.
Nick, Andy and I wore semi-warm clothes, as it was 50-degrees F and both young men wore water bladder packs, as we wanted to make sure we did not get dehydrated. I wore my excellent High Sierra Ridgeline Lumbar / Waist Pack w/2 water bottles. I like to eat sunflower seeds when I hike and we each took a couple Nature Valley Sweet & Salty Nut granola bars for an energy fix. A 10 miler was planned and 2.5 mph is about all a person can do if stopping to "smell the roses". Our hike took about 4.5 hours and we felt a bit pooped afterward and real hungry.
This Park is really an amazing place for wildlife viewing, more so than any place I've hiked. We saw many American alligators, a wide variety of waterfowl, logs loaded with turtles and even a river otter. The park is not a zoo by definition, but we were able to see such a wide variety of wildlife that it felt like we were observing tame animals. I had no idea we were in for such a visual treat. I'm used to seeing wildlife high-tail it for the horizon, not ignoring me and this was fantastic and really added to our outdoor experience.
Both of my trail companions remarked that this would be an excellent place to bring a lady friend instead of "just going to the movies", or sitting in front of an Xbox 360. There are camp sites, screened shelters, excellent bathroom and shower facilities available and picnic areas for park visitors.
One two occasions, I peaked over an obstacle to spy the American bittern, the only time in my life that I have been this close to this normally secretive bird. Blue-wing teal swam in groups and alligators lounged along the trail – so beware. One time Nick spotted a large gator covered with green pollen, not 40 feet off the trail. While we looked at it, Andy spotted an even larger cousin right behind us, just 30 feet off the trail. The Park's web site warns us 30 feet is as close as we dare to get to these large carnivorous lizards, as they can cover the first 30 feet of ground at 30 miles per hour.
Great park, great time and I will be going back in April during the alligator breeding season, so stay tuned. Here are my photos.
at March 05, 2009
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Labels: alligators, Baytown Bert, Bend, Brazos, ducks, Needville, Park, State, Texas, turtles
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EastEnders to screen first female three-hander
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EastEnders' executive producer Diederick Santer told the soap's official website: "Usually when we do a two-hander, we're playing out a story for two characters who are very close, but in this case, unusually, we're featuring characters who don't usually relate to one another.
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The episode airs on Tuesday 18 August on BBC One
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