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Archive for January, 2008
Introducing Q-Armory
The Q Armorers sent us the following info.
With the growing enthusiasm of airsoft in the States and the demand for reliable solutions for repairs, upgrades, and the same highend custom work reputable of the former Q Project, the techs at Q-Armory are directly accessible online. Either you don't have a reliable source for your airsoft needs, or you just want the very best in customization, visit Q-Armory… the fastest and most solid solution for the serious airsoft user.
Q Armory is also the exclusive associate of Redwolf Airsoft in Hong Kong in the U.S. You can count on the same professional airsoft techs that had made Qtech Labs division what it is today!
http://www.q-armory.com/ – Thanks for your support!
The Q Armorers – USA
Madbull secure license for ACE Rifle Stocks
Just got word from the team at Mad Bull Airsoft that they will now be the official manufacturers of the world famous ACE stocks.
We are the only authorized Airsoft manufacturer who is producing accurate copy of ACE stock.
Thanks for blessing from ACE stock.
Now, only one model is available. More models will coming soon!
ACE Skeleton (L) is available now. With QD sling adapter. MSRP: $55 USD
Best Regards, Mad Bull Airsoft
New releases from King Arms
After my recent review of the King Arms TROY A3 CQC King Arms has announced the second release in the TROY series. This time the MRF CX Rifle. Also King Arms has announced the release of some other interest items.
Last time I presented you guys the M4 sniper rifle and I received lots of positive comments on it. Thank you very much for you all your support. This time we have a few more new stuffs coming and I wish you guys will like it too. As usual, let me know if you have any question or if you have any request. Let's see what we have to offer…
This is the second version of the Troy M4 series, the Troy MRF CX AEG. Just like the Troy CQB Compact, it is also a full metal AEG. It comes with a 10" Free Floating Rail system, a 10.5" one piece outer barrel and 300 rounds magazine. Now you have more space on the rail to hang all your gadgets.
G16 Slim Pistol Grip for M4 series
This is a pretty unique grip on the airsoft market now. The special design give you a better grip and it has 2 infixed metal screw nuts build in to help to hold the motor base cover firmly. There are 2 versions for different hand sizes and 3 colors to choose from.
This is again a unique product and I do like it a lot personally. The 3X Tactical Scope. Well, you can see that it is a 1-3 X scopes by its name. It fits on 20mm rail perfectly and it has 10 brightness levels for different environments. Not to mention how cool it looks and how well it's finishing is. Our order is arriving soon and we are taking pre-order now. Only small quantity is available so I suggest you to place your order right after you finished reading this email.
Spartan Imports – CA's New Releases at Shotshow 2008
Spartan Imports will be showing Classic Army's near future releases at upcoming Shotshow 2008, The U.S.' largest firearms trade show in Las Vegas, the first week in February.
- Mp5K
- AK47s
- Glock 26
Also, released a short time ago, are the Classic Army Sportline Value Packages. These will include:
- Sling
- Safety Goggles
- 500 rounds, .20 bbs
- 8.4 Nimh Battery
- High Quality Wall Charger
More details will be posted/confirmed when I actually have models in hand. Link to forum post.
Tokyo Marui AEP H&K USP .40 Gun Only Set
Tokyo Marui has just announced that their successful AEP H&K USP (Gun Only Set) is going to be released on 1/21/2008. Previously Tokyo Marui has made the AEP M93R and G18C as both, a Full-Set with a battery and a charger and a Gun-Only set without any batteries or charger at a reduced price. The AEP USP Full-Set is available on the market as well.
For those who do not know about the AEP series, Tokyo Marui has made the compact electric gearbox pistol, known as the AEP. An AEP does not offer any blowback, however gives the user great accuracy for a close range weapon. The AEP series also boasts a hi-capacity magazine (30 Rounds and Optional 100 Rounds Magazine) and full-auto fire. All AEP series can be customized with a silencer, scope, flashlight, and battery options. This is the ideal back up weapon for people wanting a gun that can be used in all weather and requires no gas. *(In Winter, gas guns do not work well at cold temperature and the AEP is the solution to this.)
The AEP H&K USP only comes with the gun and instruction manuals. Battery and Charger is sold separately. Price is 13,800 YEN.
Left is the Box and gun in the gun-only set. Right pictured, is the accessories that can be bought for the gun.
Information from Tokyo-Marui TM AEP USP TOP
Laylax Tokyo Marui Detonics 45 Combat Master Recoil Spring Guide and Recoil Spring Set!
New from Laylax, Japan is the Tokyo Marui Detonics Reoil Spring Guide and Recoil Spring Set!
This Spring guide set is made of SUS and has a teflon coated shaft for ensured smooth operation of the gun. Previous problems involved the Detonics to lock/stick when fired and was the result of the spring guide. The spring guide also has a bearing in the shaft to allow the spring to compress and twist more efficiently.
Price is set to 3,800 YEN
Original Content may be viewed here: Laylax Detonics Spring Guide
PDI X-FIRE UPDATE! More pictures of the MAC10 Short Front RIS as well as the .45 Hi-Capa Series Oval Hammer.
A few days ago with the release of the PDI MAC10 Short Front RIS Kit, PDI has announced with more details and pictures! This time we have more pictures of the unit as well as the silencer that has the "punching metal" process. The original article on the MAC10 RIS is just below a few entrees.
Pictured here is the MAC SHORT RIS kit with optional flash hiders from PDI X-Fire.
Left MAC10 is installed with the PDI KRINKOV Hider and the right is the AR M1 Hider.
Both products can be found here: KRINKOV Hider / AR M1 Hider
Page containing original information is found here: MAC10 RIS KIT
Here is also another product update. This time it is the OVAL HOLE Hammer for the .45 Tokyo Marui Detonic Combat Master and the Tokyo Marui Hi-Capa.
This Detonic Oval Hammer is made of S45C CNC. It is on sale for 3,864 Yen
Original Content can be viewed here: X-Fire Detonics Oval Hole
The Oval Hole Hammer BK model is for the Tokyo Marui Hi-Capa series. It is also constructed of S45C CNC and is on sale for 3,684 Yen.
The hammer shares the same design as the PDI Detonics Oval Hole Hammer.
Original Content can be viewed here at: X-Fire Hi-Capa Oval Hole
All information is subject and right to PDI X-Fire Japan. You can visit their homepage at : http://www.x-fire.org/ to learn more!
King Arms TROY A3 CQC Compact Complete Review
The year has just begun and I've been working hard trying to get these reviews finished in time. My first review of 2008 is on the new CQC release by King Arms. This model is based on TROY ind. A3 receiver set and comes with a array of accessories that make this replica ready to skirmish straight from the box!
Also the model features the new M4/M16 receiver sets which have some amazing features not to be missed!
So head on in to the forums and read the full review here.
Alternatively if you are not a registered member of the forums you can read the full review in our database here.
Chinese M72 LAW announced!
Paul at EBTactical (Ebay Prohibited) has just sent me images of a new product coming out of China within the next 3 or 4 days and has sent me images.
That's right an airsoft version of the M72 LAW. From what I have been told this will be a fully functioning Airsoft replica of the famous portable one-shot 66 mm anti-tank weapon.
This is definitely going to be on the wish list of pretty much any Vietnam reenactment players!
Not only that but Paul will also be stocking the infamous RPG that is pretty much used by every third world army and is certainly on my wish list for my Terrorist/Militant load out!
King Arms announce new range
Mark at King Arms has sent us some very interest news about the new range of rifles they are releasing. These feature the free floating heavy sniper barrels!
Hi all,
Thank you very much for all of your support for the King Arms first M4 AEG, lots of people has already received the AEG and they all like it a lot. Now we offer you second edition of the M4, which is the Free Float Sniper Rifle. There are 2 versions, one is equipped with normal barrel, and the other one with heavy barrel. There are also three lengths to choose from, 16", 20", and 24", making it total six different AEG. Once again, price is very attractive. Let me know if you have any question, later boys and gals!
Best regards,
ICS Exclusive L86 LSW to be released soon!
Now last year I announced that ICS would be releasing the L85A2 and many players and members of Arnie's posted or pm'ed me asking if they would possibly be making the L86.
Well I now have evidence that ICS is indeed going to release the L86 LSW and not only that but also release the front end as a separate kit for owners of the ICS L85A2 who want to switch the front ends over.
Right now there no other details on this but any further news or images will be posted in the forums here.
New Madbull Handguards
The team at Madbull Airsoft has sent us some news of their latest release, labeled as the "Dragon Series" these boast to be the cheapest CNC machined hand guards on the market.
As you can see these prices are ridiculously low prices putting them in direct competition not only with current high end products on the market but also the resent boom in Chinese products.
It looks like Madbull is prepared to tackle the clones by not only producing superior products but also by pricing their product competitively.
MADBULL Dragon Fire Tactical Handguard's are available now.
100% CNC. Lowest price in the market.
4 different models. Includes 2 screws sets and delta ring.
16.25 inch MSRP: $55
12.5 inch MSRP: $50
7.125 inch MSRP: $45
3.622 inch MSRP: $45
More information here.
PDI, TM MAC10 Short RIS Kit with Silencer – update
As promised, PDI X-Fire Japan has announced the Tokyo Marui MAC10 Short RIS Kit with a short silencer included. The RIS is the standard Patriot series RIS and four small rails can be attached on to each side of the RIS. A grip, laser, light, scope, or grenade launcher can now be added successfully on to the MAC10.
Also, users who might have suspected the original silencer is too large and cumbersome will be rewarded with the shorter silencer that is included also with the RIS KIT. The silencer is manufactured in SUS304 Stainless with the punching metal procedure that is also found in many automobile, aircraft, and ship manufacturers. It is very good for sound proofing and to reduce vibration in the material. The silencer is now short and compact while maintaining it's purpose and function in CQB combat.
The unit is on a special reduced price (10,000yen), however in a few days the sale is over. The Kit will not consist of Rails. Extra Rails must be purchased separately.
More information can be found on the MAC 10 RIS KIT page at X-Fire PDI-MAC10 KIT.
M240 "Bravo Kit" at 2roy
Troy Kim has sent in shots of their M240 kit:
Dear Arnies. How are you?
Here is the news of M240 bravo kit which is made by Trigger Happy and distributed by 2roy Tactical.
M240 bravo kit has 1:1 size heat cover and lower RIS. This is the exactly sample model now U.S army using in Iraq.
Comparing with M240, it looks more combative. And now it is available to get it.
Contact email@example.com
Thanks a lot. My best regards. Troy Kim (2roy Tactical)
OPSEC Radio 2nd birthday show and more
Radar, (OPSEC Airsoft Radio) has sent in the latest news from the guys there and there's quite a bit:
Hey Arnie, This week has been a busy one for us with the birthday on-site show coming up and what not… so not only will you get the standard "show has been posted" news.. but a little something extra. Win-win, right?
**2nd Birthday Show is on!**
Our 2nd Birthday Show is on for Sunday, the 27th of January a Steelhawk Airsoft (www.steelhawkairsoft.com) in Orange, CA. We will be there from 12p-5p and be broadcasting live from 1p-4p. Plans call for BBQ, raffle, cake, and even an airsoft swap meet.
All of this and more will be at
Steelhawk Airsoft on the 27th:
Steelhawk Airsoft
2744 E. Chapman Ave.
Orange, CA. 92869
**AEG Raffle / Fund Raiser**
So you already know that OPSEC is 100% listener supported right? We have no sponsors or investors to pay the bills, so it's down to either the listener's donations or the staff to cough up the dough needed to keep us afloat. The good news is that the books for 2007 are closed and we did far better in '07 and in '06.The bad news is that we are still in the red. To get in the black for '08, we're holding a fund raising raffle, giving you the chance to win an AEG for only $3. The prize: an ECHO 1 Vector Arms AK CMP. The winner will be drawn LIVE on the air during the birthday broadcast. You can enter as many times as you like to increase your chances… in fact.. we encourage multiple entries (yea, I know.. that was shameless). Head on over to the raffle page for more details and photos of the goods.
**January 10th Show is up**
Last night's program was a wopper of a show with the usual technical issues with our phone line. We embrace the crappiness. Last night's show is now available for download via iTunes (search for "opsec" in the Music Store) or via direct download at the below link:
*January 10th Program*
– National Airsoft Events
– New Items of Interest
– Main Topic: Kit Care & Safety
– F.U. Line Calls
– OPSEC Station News
– LA Airsoft Center Review
– Subtopic: Team Democracy
– Shameless Plugs
*Right Click to Download*
44.6MB, 1h:51m:26s
Show Notes: Link
Cheers, Radar, (OPSEC Airsoft Radio)


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A US court indictment said seven men, including senior Irish republican Sean Garland, distributed the $100 fakes.
North Korea has long been suspected of making supernotes, but this was the first time the US has given details.
The US is seeking the extradition from the UK of Mr Garland, who denies the charges against him.
According to a statement from the US Justice Department, the indictment "describes the efforts of Garland and certain of his associates, between December 1997 and July 2000, to obtain quantities of the counterfeit notes from North Korean sources and to transport, and to either pass as genuine or resell, the Supernotes in the United Kingdom and elsewhere".
The statement said that the "highly deceptive notes - which began to appear in worldwide circulation in or about 1989 - were manufactured in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea [North Korea] and under auspices of the government and transported worldwide by North Korean individuals acting as ostensible government officials".
Mr Garland is accused of handling up to $1m of the supernotes, and of pretending to co-conspirators that the source was Russia, the statement said.
The other men charged in the indictment are Christopher John Corcoran, 57, of Dublin, Ireland; David Levin, also known as David Batikovitch Batikian, 39, of Birmingham and London; Hugh Todd, 68, of South Africa; and Terence "Terry" Silcock, 50, Mark Adderley, 47, and Alan Jones, 48, of Birmingham, United Kingdom.
North Korean trafficking
The indictment comes in the context of a wider US campaign against North Korean contraband.
The US accused the North, in a State Department report last year, of state-sponsored drugs trafficking.
It cited the 2003 apprehension of a North Korean ship in Australian waters allegedly carrying up to 125kg (275 pounds) of heroin and allegations by defectors that North Korea was engaged in large-scale opium poppy production.
And last month, the US accused a bank in Macau of laundering money for the impoverished state.
It is believed that the North engages in such illicit activities in order to earn hard currency to shore up its embattled economy.
Mr Garland is the president of the Irish Workers' Party, the political wing of the Official Irish Republican Army (IRA).

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If you haven't yet taken your children to Pretend City Children's Museum in Irvine I have to say it is something you MUST DO this summer! Lots of summer fun is in store for OC kids of all ages at Pretend City.
Recently I took my girls to check out their two new exhibits, the Dentist Office and Library!
First stop was the Dentist Office which is conveniently located next to the Doctor's Office. Complete with an examining chair, xray bib, super large toothbrush and set of huge chompers to practice "brushing" it was so fun to let the girls play dentist and make the word 'dentist' synonymous with FUN!
Next stop was the newly opened Library, which held lots of more pretend fun in store with a "computer" and scanner so one could play librarian and check out the books! I also loved that right there in the exhibit, you can actually sign up for your own Orange County Public Library card if you don't already have one! So cool. I am a huge fan of the OC public libraries and everything they offer for kids. If you don't have a card, time to get one! It's free! And easy to do while you visit the Library at Pretend City!
Also! There are two amazing classes offered this summer at Pretend City and registration is still open so I wanted to share the info. I have personally taken two of Dr. Ann's classes. AMAZING. She will give you a whole new perspective on parenting. I can't believe the valuable information offered – for FREE! I wrote about her class here and here. Love Dr. Ann!
Toddler Talk with Dr. Ann Corwin, The Parenting Doctor
Class Series: Tuesdays, July 12, 19, 26 (series; must attend all classes). First class is tomorrow! Register today by clicking HERE.
It's time for you as parents to let out your frustrations! During this parent-toddler interactive class, feel free to share your concerns and challenges with everything ranging from:
· Is what my child doing normal?
· Why does my child throw tantrums?
· I've tried everything and nothing works, why not?
· Why does it seem like my child is the only one who…?
· Why doesn't my child listen?
No one person is the expert to all questions regarding your child, but we can learn a great deal from each other. We've all been there, now it's time to share.
Who is it for? Grown-ups and their toddler; grown-up participation required. Is there a fee? Museum admission not required nor included.
Anything else I should know? Dr. Ann Corwin, The Parenting Doctor; presented by Pretend City's Child Development Initiative, Good To Go From Head To Toe!
The Mad Science Under the Sea and Summer Sun Classes
Fridays during the month of July.
Class Dates: Fridays, July 15 – 29.
Take a break on Friday afternoons to learn to see the ocean and sun in a whole new way during these engaging science classes presented by Mad Science. These Under the Sea and Summer Sun classes will help children explore the beach side from the various sea animals to ocean waves and the sun.
· Friday, July 15 Life In the Sea Class
What is life like under the ocean's surface? What kind of animals and plants are found in the sea? Examine and investigate sea creatures. Learn about buoyancy and adaptation. Make your own Cartesian diver and find out what humans must do in order to explore the deep, dark depths of our planet's oceans.
· Friday, July 22 Wacky Waves
Create your own ocean wave bottles while learning about water, waves and the environment. Simulate the effects of an ocean oil spill and develop creative techniques to clean it up!
· Friday, July 29 Solar Science
Learn how to harness the power of the sun and avoid getting burned. Make your own UV detector to check whether it's time to cover up!
Who is it for? Children ages 5-8 years (Grown-up participation is required) Is there a fee? $15 per child per class; $13 per child per class if you register for all three.
Why should I participate in this? All classes support California State Science Content Standards. Activities done within this class build upon essential skills and knowledge children need to be scientifically literate citizens.
Anything else I should know? Registration for each class required by Tuesday, July 12, Tuesday, July 19, and Tuesday, July 26 to secure your space. Click HERE to register and get more information.
{Disclosure: Pretend City is a Tiny Oranges Sponsor}


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WHEN PETER ASKED JESUS how many times he ought to forgive his brother, He answered, "Seventy-seven times," meaning that it should be unlimited (Mathew Ch. 18). When the disciples asked Jesus to teach them how to pray He told them to always pray that they would "forgive others".
Forgiving others is not easy. Biblical forgiveness has several meanings: a) to forgive is to blot out, to erase, "I alone will blot out your sins for my own sake" (Isaiah 43:25); b) to forgive is never to remember, "I will forgive their wickedness and I will never remember their sins" (Jeremiah 31:34); c) to forgive is to pardon, " is is my blood which confirms the covenant between God and His people. It is poured out as a sacrifice to forgive the sins of many." (Matthew 26:28).
One may ask whether someone who is unremorseful deserves forgiveness. This is the most challenging aspect of forgiving. Yet if we keep dwelling on the wrong committed and the guilty party being unregretful we will only do ourselves harm. It may make us feel hurt and resentful, affect our appetite, and even cause insomnia and raise our blood pressure. As a result we are drained physically and spiritually. How can we hope to live well if we cannot forgive and forget?
A very important principle of forgiveness is that when one is truly contrite about his word or deed and is willing to reform, he fully deserves to be forgiven even if the wronged party is reluctant. The parable in Matthew chapter 18 presents different aspects of forgiveness. God's forgiveness is like that of the master who forgives the servant who owes him millions of dollars. Yet this debtor refuses to forgive a fellow servant who owes him a few thousand dollars. As a result, the master revokes his forgiveness for the unforgiving servant.
Admission of fault with a mere "Sorry" will not do. Some may think that the casual apology they offer will excuse them from taking responsibility for their misdeed, rash speech or action. They might even feel that their half-hearted apology should oblige the wronged party to forgive them, telling the latter, "Haven't I apologised? What else do you want?"
When Christ was nailed to the cross one of His last sentences was, "Father, forgive them for they do not know what they are doing." This is the definitive meaning of forgiveness. Ash Wednesday falls on Feb 22, marking the commencement of Lent. If we follow Jesus and walk the path He took to the cross we will realise how difficult it is to live out His teaching on the virtue of "forgiveness". Let us remember Paul's experience and his words, "For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength." (Philippians 4:13).
Is there someone in your heart whom you are still unable to forgive?
The Rev Dr Chong Chin Chung is the President of the Chinese Annual Conference.
Leading by the shepherd model
JESUS' UNIQUE METHODS were a clear sign to the people, or should have been, that He was going to be a different kind of leader, not modelled after the traditions and standards of the world (cf. Mark 7:6, 9; 1 John 5:19).
The Father's business had to be conducted by the Father's rules, which included leadership methods. He did not use the contemporary models of leadership:
• The conquering Roman general,
• The Greek orators or debater,
• The successful merchants and businessmen,
• The senators or governors of the Roman empire,
• The Jewish model (cf. Matthew 23),
• The success guru,
• The democratic-political model,
• The dictator,
• The savvy financial management model,
• The great strategist model,
• The "most popular person" model,
• The CEO, boss, motivator, or manager model.
How simple! The radical leadership concept introduced by Jesus is: shepherding sheep. He cut across all models of leadership in His day. The norms and expectations for leaders who would be world-changers were radical to observers, and even in our day by those who do not understand the Father's business.
Jesus chose the shepherd model for Himself and for those who would be His followers. These under-shepherds would change the world with this simple, but demanding, model of leadership. The kingdom would be perpetuated by no other means. The shepherd model would lead Christ's church to victory; not the oppressive, bossy, dictatorial leadership models of Rome.
His was the way of the towel, not the sword or human wisdom or power. Church leaders would be shepherd-servants like their Master; they would be known by their love for Him and for one another (John 4:15; 13:34-35).
J. J. Turner, e Shepherding Model, Shepherds, Wake UP! 16-17, extracted by KneEmail, a Christian resource organisation.


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Crying Wolf in the early middle ages?
By Robert Evans @R_AH_Evans
The chronicles and histories of the early middle ages have a reputation for describing somewhat unusual events. In his history of contemporary events, for example, Prudentius, bishop of Troyes (d.861) describes how, in 846
'Wolves attacked and devoured with complete audacity the inhabitants of the western part of Gaul. Indeed, in some parts of Aquitaine they are said to have gathered together in groups of up to 300, just like army detachments, formed a sort of battle-line and marched along the road, boldly charging en masse all who tried to resist them' (The Annals of St-Bertin, 846AD, p. 62). Read more


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End of Lease Options Here at Philpott Toyota
If your current Toyota lease is almost up, chances are you've thought about what your next step is going to be regarding your current vehicle or getting into a new vehicle. Here at Philpott Toyota, we want to make the end of the lease experience as convenient as possible, which is why we're going to outline all of your different end of lease options so that when you arrive here at the dealership, you'll already be an expert on which next option is the right one for you!
Option 1:
Lease or Purchase a new Toyota model
Trading in your current Toyota lease for a new lease is simple and hassle. Simply go through the end of lease inspection process, choose your desired vehicle, and work out the lease option that works best for you!
Option 2:
Return you leased Toyota
We want you to truly find the vehicle that's right for you, so if your lease is up and you aren't ready to commit to another lease or purchase a new or used vehicle here, simply return your lease and take your time weighing your options!
Yes, you can return your lease even if you didn't lease from Philpott Toyota. But remember, you'll be responsible for:
Option 3:
Purchase your leased Toyota
If you've grown attached to your vehicle and can't stand to see it go, simply purchase it instead! When you purchase your lease, you're getting a better deal than you would if you bought the same vehicle at another dealership or through a third party because you've already paid off a large chunk and are thus paying for the already depreciated value on your vehicle.


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Talking about the paradisiacal Kashmir, this prismatic valley is one of the best tourist attractions in India. The place is like a loving family not just to tourists but to the migratory birds as well who recently flew all the way from Southern Europe and Central Asia to around 400 water bodies of the state of Jammu & Kashmir. Northern Pintails, Mallards, Red-crested Pochards and Eurasian Wigeons are just some of the 3 lakh birds that flew in the initial stage of the migratory season this year. During the winter season, some birds choose Kashmir Valley as their rescue spot away from their freezing cold habitats which are in Japan, China, Siberia, and few other northern nations. These gliders fly to Pulwama district's Pampore, wetlands of Hokersar in Srinagar and Hygam and Shallabug of Sopore in Baramulla district. The birds start making their way to Kashmir from the first week of November hence adding vibrancy to the ever-changing sky. So, if you have birdwatching in your mind, winter in Kashmir is the best time to plan your holiday.
Now that winters are here expect a fine plethora of activities that you can enjoy along with hands full of white snowballs on your Kashmir tour.
Here are few reasons why winter tourism in Kashmir is going to win your heart and compel you to plan a memorable vacation:
A shikara ride amid the tranquil Dal Lake that partially remains frozen is inevitable, you can either take a short cruise or stay overnight at the boathouse. And don't worry about accommodation being too costly here as you will see less number of faces in this season, being a bonus for you only as you might get good deals and discounts.
Even though it's cold outside, the food junkies can ditch their comfort zones and try out the delicious, Harissa, Gushtaba and or the widely acclaimed Mutton Roganjosh. It is a local Kashmiri delicacy whose main ingredient is lamb/mutton and rice.
Once you are done hogging, go towards Gulmarg which is considered one of the best ski holiday destination in Kashmir. Cable car ride on the popular Gondola and hiking are other activities one can enjoy here along with an unforgettable skiing experience. In Gulmarg, skiing can be enjoyed in two phases, the higher gradient is for the seasoned skiers, whereas the lower stretch is perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy an integral flavour of Kashmir's winter.
Besides, if you want to explore more places during your holidays in Kashmir then you can visit Sonamarg which in the literal sense means 'Meadow of Gold' and is one of the best places to visit in winters. This might be your ultimate opportunity to see the exquisite side of Kashmir as the land serves as the base camp for trekking trails like Gangabal, Vishansar, Gadsar, Kishnasar, and Satsar. And how can we miss out on the nature lovers and photographers who can visit the marshy lands of Hokersar and Dachigam Wildlife Sanctuary for bird watching and sightseeing tour.
Least Explored Tourist Destinations in Kashmir to Include in Your Travel Itinerary Kashmir, there is something so beautiful in the name itself that if we start talking about the place your heart might get elated to unimaginable extents. And it does not matter which part of the world you are in, Kashmir in all its charm is one of the best winter travel destinations in India. Well, let's be honest, we love the sweet and sour winters, and when in Kashmir it's going to be more on the sweet side. Clutching the top of the South Asian country, this beauteous land may stupefy your senses with the mind-blowing, yes that's right, 'Mindblowing' view of landscapes and if you are up for a winter vacation, you are possibly staying a little longer than you planned. In case, you require our help, we would be more than happy to assist. For perfectly tailored and affordable travel packages, call us at +91-8744012087 or send us an email at firstname.lastname@example.com. We at Tour My India promise to make your winter holiday in Kashmir a memorable one!


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Kente cloth is one of the most famous native of Ghana. The origins of the craft is shared by the Asante ethnic society in the southern part of the Ashanti Region and the Ewe ethnic society Volta region of Ghana. The time between discovering the art of weaving and plans two groups simultaneously. While the Asantes believe that they have learned the craft of natural grass which locks the ewes claim to have learned the craft of red and black striped cobra that totem. Whatever the case, there are interesting patterns and colors of the native cloth interesting symbolic meaning that reveals the values, norms and beliefs of ethnic cultures. It is essential that the wearers of the famous rag know what the designs and styles that they have to get the right occasions.
Asante Kente designs and names
There are basically five kente weaving pattern, which is derived from a variety of complex and varied patterns. These Adwin, Akyem, or Ahwepan Hweepan, Nkyeretire or Nkyereano and Faprenu.
• The Adwin anointed knitting pattern design sketch which is very nice. It should be noted in the intricate designs from the name Adwin (skills). It requires great skill and dexterity for the weaver to be able to come out with this bond drawing.
• The Akyem smeared sample should be noted on the color of nature. Named after a local bird feathers of different colors called the Asantes Akyem in Ghana. Because of the diversity of colors, but it is expensive and the wearing of the rich in society.
• The Ahwepan or Hweepan kente design pattern is not it hence the name & # 39; Hwee & # 39; Under & # 39; anything & # 39;. This is the simplest of all weave patterns. No wonder the woven amateurs and new students.
• The Nkyeretire Nkyereano kente patterns or designs on the sides only (& # 39; tire & # 39; or & # 39; & # 39 ano;) the center of the woven cloth is not planning to dress.
• The two samples per Faprenu or double (prenu) sheets of woven warp with a weft cover. Very compact, strong and durable. It is therefore represented an important personality of the indigenous Ghanaian society.
• Kyeretwie (kyere- capture, twie- leopard). This anointed bond drawing: a & # 39; s, to be able to live leopard. Due to the fact that this is a very arduous task, as such, it is characterized as associated with strength, courage and up. Bearer was considered as such. Therefore, this was characterized as reserved and limited to the big bosses.
• Adwinasa (Adwin- skills, Asa-weary). This kente kente weaver bond drawing is lived or applied skills and design to be able to weaving the cloth and have exhausted them all. This is a very complex drawings bond which is very expensive. It is therefore important personalities and leaders wear kente this pattern.
• Obo wood, wood Dade (partly stone, partly of metal). This bond anointed drawing worn funeral. This is reminiscent of the members of the bereaved families and sympathizers to the death of the man (or obo- dust), we must endure the loss of a loved one strong internal force (dade- than metal).
Asante Kente designs and names
• Ehianaga (Ehiana need money Ga). This means that money is needed in the Ewe language. This type of ewes in a beautiful kente weaving. The name implies that in order to buy the kente cloth requires a great deal of money. He represented the rich and famous in society.
• Lorlofukpekpe (lorlor- love, suffering has become fukpekpe-). This bond anointed drawing serves as a reminder to the wearer and onlookers that one & # 39; s expectations are not always met, and to reach a disappointment or heartbreak from those he loves, as partners, friends and relatives.
• Afiadeke Mefa o (Afiadeke- Nowhere Mefa- cold). It literally means to as the & # 39; Nowhere cool & # 39;. She advises that it does not aspire to be, what else is there and complain bitterly condition. It reminds us that the content or obvious who we are, what we have and the conditions that we find ourselves.
• Fiawo Yome (King Fiawo- Yome- second or next). That means the anointed bond drawing & # 39; a royal kings or second next to & # 39;. This is a very nice and expensive bond drawing. It represented an important person in society.
The symbolism of Kente patterns, which are discussed between the two ethnic cultures in terms of major and very popular designs of native cloth. However, there are a variety of other fascinating designs symbolic interpretations. Introduction of these symbolic connotations cloth itself deeper understanding of the culture of this vibrant ethnic societies in Ghana.


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20 Outdoor DIYs to Kick Up Your Summertime Crafting
Looking for the perfect outdoor craft to crank up your summer? From refurbishing lounge furniture to prettying up planting stations, one of these 20 ideas is certain to suit your fancy.
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DIY Tin Can Lanterns
Light up the long summer nights with the help of these vintage-feeling lanterns. Not only is this a simple craft that packs a big design punch, but these lanterns can be created for next to nothing as well, which makes them that much more appealing.
Make It: How to Make Tin Can Lanterns
Slug-Repelling Penny Ball
Create a shiny copper garden feature while simultaneously ridding yourself of those slime-slinging slugs. For an added bonus, it will only cost a few pennies to make!
Drip-Paint Pots
Paint drips have never looked so pretty. Bring a fresh new look to any outdoor space by sprucing up all those plain pots that are just lying around.
Make It: How to Make Drip-Paint Pots
Charming Rain Chain
Don't let a rainy day keep you down. Create this outdoor craft easily in one afternoon, and reap the rain chain benefits all season long.
Make It: DIY Terra-Cotta Rain Chain
Macramé Chair Makeover
Turn those boring lawn chairs into poppin' conversation pieces. This DIY will help you take your chairs from normal to outrageously cute in an afternoon.
Make It: How to Macramé a Vintage Lawn Chair
Relaxing Water Feature
Simple water features don't have to break the time or money bank. Enhance a deck's, porch's or backyard's relaxation potential with this unique DIY.
Terra-Cotta House Number Tower
Need a unique way to display your house number? This terra-cotta tower should do the trick. A few hours and some old terra-cotta pots will completely rejuvenate the look of your porch.
Tomato Cage Turned Plant Stand
There always seem to be excess tomato cages hanging around. Why not turn them into something creative and useful? A few simple steps can transform a former plant companion into a foliage support system.
Make It: 3 Fun Ways to Take Tomato Cages From Practical to Pretty
Mason Jar Lanterns
Sweet, sweet summertime. Add to the scrumptiousness of summer produce with these adorably delicious lanterns created from Mason jars. Add citronella-scented pods, and they can double as bug-repelling jars.
Make It: DIY Mason Jar Fruit Lanterns
Modern House Number Planter
Try this new take on your house number: modern planters. Not only will it bring some foliage life to a front stoop, but it will also showcase your address in a whole new way.
Make It: DIY Modern House Number Planters
Woven T-Shirt Planter
Love the look of a macramé planter, but want to put a unique spin on it? Creating this DIY may be the perfect project for you. An added bonus: It will aid in getting rid of those old t-shirts that you can never rid yourself of.
Make It: How to Make a T-Shirt Planter
DIY Super-Sized Tic Tac Toe
Super-size your fun this summer with a giant backyard game. Adults and kiddos alike are certain to get a kick out of this larger-than-life version of tic-tac-toe.
Recycled Bottle Birdfeeders
Feed the birds, and do your environmental duty. Create a beautiful birdfeeder out of recycled bottles, and you may even become a bird-watching fanatic.
Wooden Lounge Update
Take those chaise lounges from tired to tropical, and breathe new life into your outdoor space without having to spend a fortune. You can update those old wooden lounge chairs in a few simple steps with the help of this DIY.
DIY Glass Bottle Citronella Torch
A few spare minutes is all you need to create these bug-ridding torches that will help you enjoy your outdoor space all season long.
Planters With a Pop of Color
Yet another use for inexpensive pallets, and this one is a definite win. Forget those plain planters for the season, and create lively, colorful plant boxes in a few simple steps with the help of this DIY.
Hand-Stamped Herb Planters
Rustic, hand-stamped herb pots are just what the craft doctor ordered. The perfect front porch garden addition, these uniquely crafted pots are a wonderful afternoon pick-me-up craft that is certain to be a hit all summer long.
Giant Outdoor Kerplunk Game
Kick up your backyard's fun factor with this giant kerplunk game, which is sure to entertain kids and adults all summer long.
DIY Bug Hotel
If you have mixed emotions about bugs, this adorable bug hotel may be just the thing to bring you over to the bug side. With the help of your kiddos, create an environment that those helpful critters can inhabit all summer long.
Make It: How to Build a Bug Hotel
DIY Beverage Stand
Add a functional piece to your backyard space or party venue without spending a fortune. It's a standing table that doubles as a beverage cooling station — what could be better?


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Monthly Archives: January 2016
Live your life: Maurice Sendak
This interview with Where the Wild Things Are Maurice Sendak, is everything that those Sunday sermons of my childhood should have been. How different life could have turned out.
Still, a fellow atheist signing in.
Still holding my nerve.
'I saw a sentient being'
So said a scientist on the radio the other morning, as he described being on an oceanic dive whilst coming eyeball-to-eyeball with a sperm whale. What confused me was that I was sure that not a few moments before he had admonished the radio interviewer for rank anthropomorphism.
Anyone has ever lived with a pet, is unlikely to find this a revelation. What animal does not have its own personality, different from another, even of the same species? Some while ago we had tropical fish. Even they were distinguishable from one another, not just by their markings or colouring, but by their character alone.
The morning radio interview continued along the usual lines. We do not know if animals communicate and so forth… Well actually we do. They do communicate, but not in ways that humans can understand. We humans have become so much the stars of our own show that anything that sits beyond our immediate cognisance, our limited range of five empirical senses, is somehow in doubt.
This says nothing at all about the abilities of animals to communicate, or to understand; rather it says everything about the assumed current supremacy of humankind in what could be a more collective cross-species experience of the world. This seems to me a shame. There is so much more to life than what we limited creatures can see, hear, touch, taste and smell.
Nobody writes anymore
Nobody writes anymore:
No postcards
No letters
No aide-mémoire
Nobody writes anymore:
No blogs
No cheques
No n.b.
Nobody writes anymore
It's all just silent tapping
On a greasy touch screen
Speeding Up, Slowing Down
I feel like a passenger in a car. The world is whizzing by outside the window. There's nothing I can do to stop the car, or the world. I glimpse this or that, yet I know that I see little; the experience is one of nothing other than the sensation of passing through, quickly.
Experiencing nothing: sounds like death. Passing through some otherness sounds like either purgatory, or a circle of hell.
Have you ever tried to meditate mindfully whilst travelling? I just can't do it.
I try to step out of the car. Get a handle on life. Experience the whole experience, not just the rushing through. I can. And I can't. I never quite know which, partly because the world conspires against me, space time rushing past my window whether I like it or not.
I know that there's an explanation for this shit: that as we age our perception of time speeds up. And yet… there is nothing like the 46th festive period in one lifetime to isolate how consumerism colludes with space time, as I try to slow the whole thing down, just a little.
Christmas arrives in the shops in autumn. Naked displays of fairy lights go up in people's front rooms in November, only to be ripped down before New Year's Day is out; it's like the Epiphany never happened. The sales start before Christmas, some end before January 1st. I can still remember when a sale started on January 1st, if you were lucky.
The whole of December becomes a debauchery decked in twinkles; January an ascetic's dream: detoxes and dryathlons and gym memberships fight for space on soon to be failed lists of resolutions. Gratification must be yesterday, otherwise it just doesn't count.
But. None of it… none of it is real.
The world speeds up. I slow down.
Do you hear me you world?


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October 19, 2018
Steam Ovens and Their Versatility
Categories: Kitchens
Appliances, especially those in our kitchens, are meant to serve some purpose in our home lives. We use some of them primarily because they are essential to modern living – refrigerators store food and keep it preserved over time. Others, such as dishwashers, are valued for their utility and ability to make our lives easier. However, the best appliances combine these two qualities and add to the sort of things you can do in your kitchen. An oven, on its own merit, is essential and has utility. But a steam oven, in particular, can add so much more to your kitchen and home life because it is more versatile than a traditional convection oven. Let's take a closer look at steam ovens.
Benefits of Steam Ovens
A traditional convection oven uses heated air to cook or bake food. It has been a standard component of homes for quite some time, though every cook knows that there are some drawbacks. Food can dry out quite easily unless you add more oils or baste it throughout the cooking process. Steam ovens, on the other hand, uses steam to cook food, allowing it to retain as much as 25% more vitamin content and making it one of the healthiest ways to make a meal. They are also much easier to keep clean than a traditional convection oven – if the steam oven doesn't feature a self-cleaning mode, a simple wipe-down of the interior is all that is needed to clean it, no need to scrape off baked-on stains! Steam ovens are also very energy efficient and will help your home's overall efficiency rating.
If you haven't used a steam oven before, you might think that they're only good for cooking fish and vegetables – after all, you are technically steaming whatever is in the oven. However, you would be surprised at just how versatile a steam oven can be. They can be used to cook every type of food – bread, fish, meat, cakes, veggies – and they can also defrost and reheat quite easily as well. Plus, you could opt for a specially designed combination oven which uses both convection and steam techniques for a superior cooking experience. Many top restaurants use combination ovens to roast their meats as they produce a crisp skin on the outside and a juicy, tender inside. And a combination oven such as the Wolf model pictured above also has the ability to cook a 20-pound turkey in an hour and a half – perfect for making your Thanksgiving cooking a little less hectic!
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Starting Workflows
When administering workflows you can start them using a variety of methods:
- Manually:
- From a Workflow Model .
- Using a workflow package for batch processing .
- Automatically:
- In response to node changes; using a Launcher .
Other methods are also available to authors; for full details see:
Workflow Models
You can start a workflow based on one of the models listed on the Workflow Models console. The only mandatory information is the payload, though a title and/or comment can be added as well.
Workflows Launchers
The Workflow Launcher monitors changes in the content repository to launch workflows dependent on the location and resource type of the changed node.
Using the Launcher you can:
- See the workflows already launched for specific nodes.
- Select a workflow to be launched when a certain node/node-type has been created/modified/removed.
- Remove an existing workflow-to-node relationship.
A launcher can be created for any node. However, changes to certain nodes do not launch workflows. Changes to nodes below the following paths do not cause workflows to launch:
- /var/workflow/instances
- Any workflow-inbox node located anywhere in the /home/users branch
- /tmp
- /var/audit
- /var/classes
- /var/eventing
- /var/linkchecker
- /var/mobile
- /var/statistics
- Exception: Changes to nodes below /var/statistics/tracking do cause workflows to launch.
Various definitions are included with the standard installation. These are used for digital asset management and social collaboration tasks:
Workflow Packages for Batch Processing
Workflow packages are packages that can be passed to a workflow as payload for processing, allowing multiple resources to be processed.
A workflow package:
- contains links to a set of resources (such as pages, assets).
- holds package information such as the creation date, the user that created the package and a short description.
- is defined using a specialized page template; such pages allow the user to specify the resources in the package.
- can be used multiple times.
- can be changed by the user (add or remove resources) while the workflow instance is actually running.
Starting a Workflow from the Models Console
- Navigate to the Models console using Tools , Workflow , then Models .
- Select the workflow (according to the console view); you can also use Search (top left) if required:The Transient indicator shows workflows for which the workflow history will not be persisted.
- Select Start Workflow from the toolbar.
- The Run Workflow dialog will open, allowing you to specify:
- PayloadThis can be a page, node, asset, package, amongst other resources.
- TitleAn optional title to help identify this instance.
- CommentAn optional comment to help indicate details of this instance.
Creating a Launcher Configuration
- Navigate to the Workflow Launchers console using Tools , Workflow , then Launchers .
- Select Create , then Add Launcher to open the dialog:
A list of features to be disabled. Select the required feature(s) using the drop down selector.
- Event TypeThe event type that will launch the workflow:
- Created
- Modified
- Removed
- NotetypeThe type of node that the workflow launcher applies to.
- PathThe path that the workflow launcher applies to.
- Run Mode(s)The type of server that the workflow launcher applies to. Select Author , Publish , or Author & Publish .
- ConditionsA list of conditions for node values that, when evaluated, determine whether the workflow is launched. For example, the following condition causes the workflow to launch when the node has a property name with the value User:name==User
- FeaturesA list of features to be enabled. Select the required feature(s) using the drop down selector.
- Disabled Features
- Workflow ModelThe workflow to launch when the Event Type occurs on the Nodetype and/or Path under the defined Condition.
- DescriptionYour own text to describe and identify the launcher configuration.
- ActivateControls whether the workflow launcher is activated:
- Select Enable to launch workflows when the configuration properties are satisfied.
- Select Disable when the workflow should not execute (not even when the configuration properties are satisfied).
- Exclude ListThis specifies any JCR events to exclude (i.e. ignore) when determining whether a workflow should be triggered.This launcher property is a comma separated list of items: ``
For example:jcr:lastModified,dc:modified,dc:format,jcr:lastModifiedBy,imageMap,event-user-data:changedByWorkflowProcessThis feature can be used to ignore any changes triggered by another workflow process by adding the exclude item:event-user-data:changedByWorkflowProcess
- property-name ignore any jcr event which triggered on the specified property name. ``
- event-user-data:<*someValue*> ignores any event that contains the *<someValue* > user-data set through the #(https://docs.adobe.com/content/docs/en/spec/jsr170/javadocs/jcr-2.0/javax/jcr/observation/ObservationManager.html#setUserData(java.lang.String).
- Select Create , to create the launcher and return to the console.Once the appropriate event occurs the launcher will be triggered and the workflow started.
Managing a Launcher Configuration
After you have created your launcher configuration you can use the same console to select the instance, then View Properties (and edit them) or Delete .


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Which companies have made the list this year?
This is a must-attend event for anyone serious about doing business in South Australia.
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6-Day Turkey Tour from Istanbul: Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Pamukkale and Cappadocia
Day 1: Full Day Gallipoli Tour
Early morning pick up from your hotel in Istanbul and departure for Gallipoli. It will take around 4.5 hours to get to the Gallipoli War Fields. There will be one stop enroute for a short break for personal needs. Once you arrive in Ecebat, lunch will be provided. After lunch around 1:00 pm you will begin the fully guided tour of Gallipoli with visits to the Brighton Beach, Beach Cemetery, ANZAC Cove, Ariburnu Cemetery, ANZAC Commemorative Site, Respect to Mehmetcik Statue, Lone Pine Australian, Memorial, Johnston's Jolly (Turkish and Allied trenches and tunnels), Turkish 57. Infantry Regiment Cemetery, The Nek and the Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial. After tour transfer to Canakkale for check in to your hotel.
- Overnight in Canakkale
- Included Meal(s): Lunch
Day 2: Half Day Morning Troy Tour
After breakfast check out of the hotel in Canakkale. Around 8:30 am you will be picked up from your hotel to begin the morning tour of Troy. You will visit the ancient city of Troy famous for the legendary Trojan horse from the times of Beautiful Helen, Queen of Sparta, and Paris, the Trojan Prince. After your morning Troy tour, you will be driven back to Canakkale where you will board a public bus to Selcuk/Kusadasi approximately 12:30 pm. You will arrive in Kusadasi around 7:00 pm and there will be 2 breaks enroute for personal needs. After arrival at the Kusadasi or Selcuk bus station you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi for check in.
- Overnight in Kusadasi
- Included Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 3: Full Day Ephesus Tour
After breakfast at the hotel around 08:30 you will be picked up and met by your tour guide to begin your full day tour of Ephesus. Your tour guide will brief you on the day's activities. You will first visit the Temple of Artemis which was once one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. Next, you will visit the world famous ancient Greco- Roman City of Ephesus, the most well-preserved example in the world. After visiting this impressive site, you will have a break for lunch. After lunch, you will visit the House of Virgin Mary, where it is believed she spent her last days. This is a holy place for both Christians and Muslims. Afterwards, you will visit the Isabey Mosque. Next, you will be taken to the Sirince Village; which is an old Greek village and is well-know for its quaint beauty and wine tasting and production. Here you will have one hour free to explore on your own without a guide the different foods and wines of the area and visit various small traditional village shops. After the tour, you will be transferred to back to your hotel.
- Overnight in Kusadasi
- Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Lunch
Day 4: Full Day Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour, Overnight Bus to Cappadocia
After breakfast around 08:00 you will be picked up from your Kusadasi hotel and taken to the meeting point in Selcuk where the full group will first meet. You will then begin the Pamukkale tour with a drive from Selcuk starting at 8:30 am to Pamukkale which will be around 3 hours. En route to Pamukkale after 1.5 hours, there will be a 10 minutes stop for a restroom break. Upon arrival around 11:45, the group will be first taken to have lunch and after lunch at around 13:00 you will begin your guided tour of the Pamukkale and Hierapolis area with a profession licensed tour guide. In Pamukkale, you will see the Cotton Cliffs, one of the natural wonders of the world formed by deposits of calcareous salts. Also, you will visit the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis with its basilica, theatre and Roman Baths. At the end of the guided tour, you will have some free time to explore the area on your own. As an option, you may choose to swim in the Pamukkale antique pools (at own expense) during this free time. The tour guide will inform you about the exact meeting point and time. At the end of the tour around approximately 4:00 pm, you will be transferred to the bus station for your overnight bus to Cappadocia. The overnight bus departs from Pamukkale to Cappadocia around 21:00. You will have free time at the bus station from the time you are dropped off at the bus station till the time the bus is ready to depart. You can have your dinner around the bus station if you like during this time. You will travel overnight to Cappadocia in a non-smoking, fully air-conditioned local bus. The total duration of travel will be 10 hours. There will be three breaks on the way to Cappadocia for your personal needs.
- Overnight Bus to Cappadocia
- Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Lunch
Day 5: Full Day North Cappadocia Tour
Upon your arrival at the Goreme bus station in Cappadocia you will be met at the bus station and transferred to your Cappadocia hotel. At the hotel you can have your breakfast and be ready to meet your tour guide around 09:30. Your tour will start with a visit to the Devrent Valley to see the unique fairy chimneys. Next you will visit the Pasabag Monk's Valley to see the mushroom-shaped pinnacles. After this visit, you will drive to the city of Avanos. After lunch, you will visit the beautiful Open Air Museum of Goreme where the remains of rock-cut churches and Christian settlements date back hundreds of years. Finally towards the end of the day tour before returning to your hotel, you will be able to visit the natural castles of Uchisar. After the tour, you will be transferred to back to your hotel.
- Overnight in Cappadocia
- Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Lunch
Day 6: Full Day South Cappadocia Tour, Flight to Istanbul
You may add an optional Hot Air Balloon Ride over picturesque Cappadocia to your tour at an extra cost of USD 290.00. With an early morning pick up around 5:00 am from your hotel you can join an early morning Hot Air Balloon ride for approximately 60 minutes. If interested, please request at the time of booking your tour with us and we can make all necessary arrangements on your behalf!
After breakfast at the hotel around 09:30 you will be picked up and met by your tour guide to begin your full day tour of South Cappadocia. Your tour guide will brief you on the day's activities. Your tour will begin with a visit to the Red Valley where you will be able to explore the famous rock-cut churches and hike approximately 5 km through the Rose Valley. Next, you will visit Çavuşin Village which is famous for its houses and churches of the Christian Clergymen. We will take a break for lunch around noon. After lunch, you will drive to the Pigeon Valley. In the afternoon you will visit the Kaymakli underground city where early Christians lived. This will be the end of your full-day tour. At end of the tour, you will be transferred to Kayseri or Nevsehir airport for your late evening return flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, you will be picked up from the airport and transferred to your hotel in Istanbul. END OF SERVICES.
- Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Lunch
INCLUDED in the Tour Price:
- Pick up and drop off to your hotel (on the European side of Istanbul only) & Istanbul cruise port
- Domestic flight and bus tickets as per the itinerary
- 1 night in Canakkale at a 3-star hotel including breakfast
- 2 nights in Kusadasi at a 4-star hotel including breakfast
- 1 night in Cappadocia at a cave hotel including breakfast
- Professional licensed English speaking guide during the tours
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary: (B) breakfast, (L) lunch
- Entrance fees mentioned by the itinerary
- Local taxes and service charges
- Hot Air Balloon Ride
- Any optional tours
- Tips to staff, items of a personal nature
- Drinks with meals (except the drinks served with breakfast)
- Travel insurance
- This is a regular group tour, but if requested at cost can be provided as a private tour
- The regular group tour has shopping stops included in the tour
- You can swim in the Antique pool in Pamukkale. However, please note that there is an extra charge that you will have to pay directly at your own expense before entry to the pools. This entrance fees to the pools is not covered as part of your tour. Please note that you must bring your own towel, swimsuit etc. if you need to use the pools.
- Optional – DAY 4: You can fly from Izmir to Cappadocia for extra USD 190 per person including airport transfer, flight ticket and one extra night hotel stay Cappadocia.
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Our club picnic moves to a new area within Patapsco Valley State Park, the Glen Artney 66 Picnic Shelter. This shelter accommodates up to 70 people and features two large grills which your club officers will be using to cook grilled hamburgers & buns, kielbasa, chicken, and portobello mushrooms.
Please bring a side dish to share, and BYOB.
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Directions: From I-95 take I-195 to Rt. 1 (Exit 3) toward Elkridge to South St. Turn right. Park entrance is on the left. Continue to the Ranger Station at the entrance to the Park and pay the park fee ($3 in-state residents or $5 out-of-state) or show your Maryland Department of Natural Resources pass
• Continue on the Park Entrance Road as it follows the Patapsco River until you come to its end at the Stop sign at Gun Road
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Book: Let Love Spring
Author: Jodie Wolfe, Sandy Faye Mauck, & Linda Shenton Matchett
Genre: Historical Romance
Release Date: March 30, 2017
An Angel for the Cowboy
When the bank threatens foreclosure on Essie Love's home, it's up to her to provide for her sisters. She'll do whatever it takes to save them, even if it means marrying a stranger.
Jud Steele is wanted for a crime he didn't commit. Wounded and left for dead, he lands on Essie's doorstep. While she nurses him back to health, he finds himself longing for a home and family.
Can two desperate people find a path that leads to what they both need?
Spring Recaptured
The seed that falls in the dead of winter sometimes becomes the seed of life that rises in spring.
Late winter's chill heats up quickly when Ren Klinghoffer sees the only girl he's ever loved coming back into town after disappearing one dark night six years ago. The rumors of her being widowed and having a child appear to be true.
Andrea Vandermere Radcliff nervously returns to Springdale to stay with her aunt, afraid of only two things—keeping the secret that could harm her family and facing the beloved man she was stolen from.
Anger and unforgiveness plague the once betrothed couple. Will their broken hearts mend enough to bring them to the place of God's peace and hope? Or will the sins of others permanently destroy the love that once bloomed in the spring of their lives?
A Love Not Forgotten
Allison White should be thrilled about her upcoming wedding. The problem? She's still in love with her fiancé, Chaz, who was declared dead after being shot down over Germany in 1944. Can she put the past behind her and settle down to married life with the kindhearted man who loves her?
It's been two years since Charles "Chaz" Powell was shot down over enemy territory. The war is officially over, but not for him. He has amnesia as a result of injuries sustained in the crash, and the only clue to his identity is a love letter with no return address. Will he ever regain his memories and discover who he is, or will he have to forge a new life with no connections to the past?
My Perspective
This is such a wonderful collection of stories, and I cannot choose one as my favorite because I truly enjoyed them all. They will capture your heart, make you swoon over the male leads, and wish you were living in their time period. These three authors are not new to me, so when I saw the three of them doing a collection together, what more could a reader ask for!
In An Angel for the Cowboy I instantly like Jud. There was something about his demeanor that told me he was different than the norm. But it was Essie's determination to help her family that really stood out to me. In that time period, how many women would have acted and felt the same? I love a strong heroine, and this story provided just that.
In Spring Recaptured, I loved Ren and Andi, but the character who really stole my heart was Cathryn! She was such a delight to read, and her character brought laughter and the joy to the story line. I do hope to see more from her in the future!
And lastly, A Love Not Forgotten. Such a tragedy in part, but truly the most romantic story ever. I couldn't imagine being engaged to someone when I'm in love with my possibly) deceased ex. You will find yourself wishing you could bring "Chaz's" memories back to him so he could go ride his white horse to grab Allison 🙂
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. I was not required to write a favorable review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
About the Authors
Jodie Wolfe creates novels where hope and quirky meet. She's been a semi-finalist and finalist in various writing contests and is a member of ACFW. When not writing she enjoys spending time with her husband in Pennsylvania, reading, walking, and being a Grammie. Learn more at www.jodiewolfe.com.
Sandy Faye Mauck writes character driven historical fiction with a romantic heart and a sprinkle of humor. God's truth is woven throughout her stories bringing hope and new life. She and her writer husband live in their own happily ever after on the Pacific Coast that holds their hearts.
Born in Baltimore, Maryland, a stone's throw from Fort McHenry, Linda Shenton Matchett has lived in historical places most of her life-from Edison, New Jersey (named for the famed light bulb inventor) and Washington, DC to Wolfeboro, New Hampshire (reputed to be the oldest summer resort in America). A freelance writer for over ten years, her articles and devotionals have appeared in numerous print and online publications. She is a volunteer docent at the Wright Museum of WWII and a Trustee for the Wolfeboro Public Library. She lives in NH with her husband, Wes and her fur-baby, Ben. Visit her at http://www.lindashentonmatchett.com./
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March 30: Lighthouse Academy
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April 3: Blossoms and Blessings
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April 5: A Greater Yes
April 6: Jeanette's Thoughts
April 7: Carpe Diem
April 8: A Baker's Perspective
April 9: Reading Is My SuperPower
April 10: Christian Bookaholic
April 11: Karen Sue Hadley
April 12: Debbie's Dusty Deliberations
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Arthur Morris Johns was born on the 4th of July 1871, in Blair, Washington County, Nebraska, the son of Anson Tinsley Johns and Mary Ann NewKirk. Arthur was a farmer, of English descent. He and his wife Hattie Garfield Bradley, also of English descent, had 9 children. Their daughter Isabel, my grandmother, had an interesting set of papers discovered in her belongings after she passed away. It was entitled, "Songs Mamma Used to Sing." Several of the songs surprised me because they were Civil War Era slave songs. What were they doing in her stuff, and why on earth would her Mamma be singing them? Perhaps it was not her mother's, but passed down by her paternal great- grandmother.
Arthur's father, Anson was born in Amherst County, Virginia. He was born on 18 Apr 1828 into a family that owned slaves. He was the third of 15 children, but the last to have been born into a slaveholding household. In 1830, his parents John S. Johns and his wife Caroline Matilda Tinsley, lived in Amherst County and owned 21 slaves. John's mother, widow Oney Garner lived close by and she owned 2 slaves, both of them children. Ugh, all pride in this family was lost! I wanted to stop searching and move on to another family- but this is reality. I decided to look this issue straight in the eye and keep searching.
John and Caroline's 4th child, Naomi was born in 1833; not in Virginia but in Franklin County, Tennessee. This Johns family had left Virginia, and their slaves, and moved to Tennessee. By just before the Civil War, John Johns had moved again to Indiana. He died there in 1858. His wife and some of her children then settled in Nebraska, where my great grandfather was born, raised his family, and worked his farm. At least one of John's sons, Wade Morris Johns, fought in the Union Army during the Civil War. After 1830, no record could be found listing this John Johns as a slave owner.
In 1840, the Amherst County census recorded only 3 Johns households: Richard Johns, John Johns, and James Johns. All of them listed only free colored persons in the household. Oney Garner had died, and most of the Johns family had left for Tennessee or North Carolina. Could these Johns' be the former slaves of John S Johns? Did he free them? Did they buy their freedom? Were they given their freedom by Oney Garner at her death? Did they now own the land? I'm still looking for answers to those questions. I know one thing for sure, I can be proud of this Johns family for not just leaving slave ownership behind, but leaving it 20 years before the Civil War. I hope that he treated them well. I hope he left them in good spirits. I hope to uncover more of the story, and find all of their names. Those slaves may or may not be related to me by blood, but their lives were shaped-good or bad-by my family, and their descendants deserve at the very least, an equal portion of my tribute. I would cherish the opportunity to meet their descendants and call them family.
I was sad to find that my ancestors had been slave owners. Like many Americans seeking to build their family trees, I had hoped to be descended only from non-slave owning stock. We tend to want to pretend that slavery didn't happen, or it did not affect us. The truth is, it did. However ugly it is to think about, America was not built just by white pilgrims and revolutionaries, and not just by the poor and huddled masses who came by choice, but it was built on the backs of American slaves.
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Wid de moustach on his face?
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Like he gwine t' leab de place!
He see the smoke way up the riber
Where de Lincolm gunboats lay-
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Apple does not renounces the idea to collect the iPhone on the territory of the United States. This was written by The Wall Street Journal in an interview with Donald trump.
On the timing of construction, placement, and other information says nothing. We are talking about three really big plants.
Now together in the USA only the Mac Pro, but the main partner, Foxconn also plans to move some production to the US.
Interested in the transfer and the company Pegatron. The company is now ready to negotiate on the supply of components, so as not to delay production.
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"Empty Nest Syndrome is the idea that women are devastated, depressed and in despair when their children leave home, unable to fill the void that their children leave behind. But mothers who feel this way are a small minority, usually women who are already suffering from depression, about one in 10, according to the research I describe in my book, 'Beyond the Mommy Years.' Most mothers feel a sense of loss when their children leave, of course, but that grief rarely lasts longer than a year or so," Rubenstein says.
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In a post on Twitter Monday night, Jake Forrester announced he has committed to play for Archie Miller and the Indiana Hoosiers.
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Forrester, out of Westtown School in Norristown, PA, is listed at 6-foot-9 and 215 pounds. He's ranked as a three-star prospect and a top five recruit in Pennsylvania for 2018, according to the 247Sports' college basketball recruiting composite.
Forrester tweeted on Friday morning that he would be on an official visit to Indiana's campus this past weekend.
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With his pledge to Miller and the Hoosiers, Forrester becomes the fourth member of Indiana's 2018 recruiting class, considered to be among the nation's best. It also leaves one scholarship remaining for Miller to work with as part of his first full recruiting class in Bloomington.
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Indiana has jumped to No. 2 in Scout's 2018 class rankings with the addition of Jake Forrester. Hoosiers now have four commitments.
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