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10 Weird and Little Known Facts About Jeeps
Jeep Facts You Might Not Have Known…
Updated September 28, 2018
Perhaps the most iconic of all American vehicles there are plenty of stories about the Jeep, its origin and sometimes strange history. Click Next to enjoy our list of 10 facts:
You've been saying Willys wrong all this time.
It's Not Pronounced "Willies", it's "Willis" That's the gentleman's name who founded the company, and he should know how to pronounce his own name.
Founder John Willys Never Saw a Jeep
John North Willis was also Ambassador to Poland from 1930 – 1932
John Willis died on August 26, 1935. The first prototype Jeeps weren't built until 1940.
Who actually invented the Jeep
The first Bantam "Jeep" prototype
Not Bantam, Ford nor Willys, but the Department of Defense, who wrote the very detailed specifications for what would become he Jeep. Bantam was the first submitted for testing, while both Willys and Ford completed their prototypes (using data from the Bantam provided by the Army). Ultimately the Willys Quad (as their prototype was named) was the favorite. The final designation was the MB for Willys and GPW for Ford, and about 700,000 were produced during WW II (about 50/50).
Two US Presidents and Their Jeeps
Supreme Commander of Allied Forces in Europe Dwight Eisenhower often traveled by Jeep during WWII and credited the nimble vehicle for its contribution during the war, but there's no evidence that "Ike" owned a Jeep at any time after the war.
Ronald Reagan drove a Jeep CJ-8 Scrambler at Rancho del Cielo, his Santa Barbara ranch and "Western White House" while he served as president.
As of today, 8 Different Companies Have Owned The Jeep Brand
Going from most recent backwards: Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Chrysler LLC, Daimler Chrysler, Chrysler Corporation, Renault (as majority owner of AMC, American Motors Corp., Kaiser Jeep, and Willys-Overland.
The Name "Jeep" Most Likely Came From a Cartoon Character
A 1948 Popeye cartoon acknowledging both Jeeps
The US Army named the little utility vehicle the "G.P." for General Purpose. At the same time there was a recurring character in "Popeye" cartoon starting in 1936 called "Eugene the Jeep" who had the ability to do anything or go about anywhere. It's believed that someone put the two together and created a nickname Jeep that became a brand that's going strong even after 75 years and 8 owners.
What An English Sports Car Builder Had To Do With A Jeep Engine
The SOHC crossflow Tornado engine installed in a restored Jeep
The Jeep engine of the 1950s were pretty low-tech affairs, but not inconsistent with how the company saw the consumer using the vehicle (farms, ranches, construction, etc.). As larger and more comfortable models were launched it was clear a new engine was required, and the engineers at Kaiser Jeep created a very good one. In fact, it was the first SOHC six-cylinder engine mass produced in the US post-war. Credit for this engine (which Willys named the Tornado OHC) went to its Chief Engineer A. C. Sampietro who had come to Willys from England where he had worked for Donald Healey of Austin Healey fame. Among other features the design cleverly used a single camshaft lobe per cylinder to great effect.
The Jeep Tornado Engine Was Built Until 1982 By Renault in Argentina
The fourth place finisher from the 1969 84 Hours of the Nurburgring
In 1966 American Motors formed a joint venture in Argentina, to be called Torino. The engine chosen was the Jeep Tornado SOHC six. Renault purchased the company in 1975 and continued producing the Torino until 1982. The highlight of the car's history was its top finish at the 84 Hours of the Nurburgring in 1969, though accumulated penalties dropped the car for fourth overall.
You Can Actual Build An Entirely New Vintage Jeep From Reproduction Parts
Virtually every part to construct a Jeep from scratch is available from vendors that manufacture replacement parts. Everything from body panels and frame rails to nuts and bolts and decals can be purchased through a catalog. The only caveat being that depending upon the year you choose, you might have to source some of the heavier cast parts, though components to conduct a complete rebuild remain available.
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Music Therapy
November 14, 2017
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I am sure you have heard the phrase "music is food for the soul." Think about it for a minute. What does this mean to you? Indisputably, you listen to a certain song or group because you genuinely like them. Furthermore, your song choice probably depicts what kind of mood you are in as well. Am I right? I know mine does, as well as what activity I am doing. Even at the gym, I listen to a particular type of music to keep myself in the zone. Sometimes, something as simple as a song can get you refocused, re-energized, and even bring you back to baseline. Music is my own personal therapy, without the expensive hourly bill.
There are many wonderful aspects of music. The first being that music comes in all different genres: country, alternative, jazz, classical, pop, rock and roll, reggae, techno, r & b, rap, punk rock, hip hop, and the list goes on. There is not just one style that you are required to stick with and enjoy. You are allowed to like multiple genres and many people do. The second aspect is that music makes you feel something, one way or another. It has the power to turn a stressful situation into a relaxing one, simply by the message it sends out and the way it is interpreted from the person listening to it. There is a reason why you chose to listen to the music you do. Perhaps, the words speak to you or the tempo/beat gives you just the right amount of desired energy. Maybe you just like the singer's voice. Whatever the reason, it is influential enough to keep you listening.
Furthermore, with today's technology, we now have the capabilities to listen to music anywhere we like now due to our personal cell phones and other digital devices such as iPads and iPods. Apps such as Pandora, YouTube, and Apple Music allow us to hear a song with the tap of a finger. It is amazing to see where technology has brought us, as far as music is concerned. I am even more intrigued to see where it will go from here.
So what kind of music do you listen to, and why? Some of your fellow Highland Community College classmates enlightened me with their reasoning. Mandy Anderson, a sophomore at HCC says, "Mood is a great factor when considering which genre to listen to. I listen to jazz or 1920's swing when I'm on a date or at home with a glass of wine." Anderson continues by saying, "When I am sad, I listen to classic country because the message in the songs are more genuine than today's country. It helps to settle my nerves."
HCC freshman, Roodson Pierre enjoys listening to American Pop music. Jason Derulo is one of his favorites because he likes the way Derulo sings, along with Derulo's style which is comparable to his own. Pierre also likes Compas from Haiti, his native country. He continues to explain that depending on what he is doing, depends on what he is listening to. He says, "if I am working, I like to listen to Tonymix, a Haitian artist, because it is faster and keeps me focused and moving.
Another HCC Freshman, Jenel Moise, also from Haiti, says his favorite type of music is rap-Creole. Moise explains that rap-Creole is a popular style of music that is played in a shanty town of Haiti. "I like this music because it sings against poverty, injustice, and against the government when they are in the wrong path." When asked if he listens to different styles of music depending on his mood, Moise said "Of course! . . .Sometimes when anxiety invades me, I like listening to Compas. It is a kind of Haitian style of music that is really soft." An example of this style is from one of Moise's favorite Haitian bands called Nu Look. Nu Look sings a song titled "What About Tomorrow", which to Moise expresses enough feeling to relieve his anxiety. To Moise, "music is inspiration. . . ."[It] is not a fact of enjoyment or a way of healing", he says. "As for me, I listen to music to find new direction."
With the amount of personal struggles that I have dealt with lately, one of my favorite artists right now is Demi Lovato. Her newest collection of artistic expression, captivates her own personal struggles. Listening to some of her songs such as: "Stone Cold", "Sorry Not Sorry", and "Warrior", have all helped me gain some perspective on things in my life. Nearly anything by the Fugees, plus Christina Perri's "Jar of Hearts", Andra Day's "Rise Up", Beyonce's "I Was Here", Sam Smith's "Lay Me Down", Tori Kelly's "Hollow", and Lecrae's "I'll Find You" featuring Tori Kelly are all on my daily playlist to get me through the day and take my mind off of everything else. Not familiar with some of these songs? Well, check them out and comment below your thoughts and opinions. Then, leave the title of a song and artist that is on the top of your playlist right now and why the song speaks to you; why is it your "music therapy". I will gladly listen to it.
Music speaks to us in ways that cannot be expressed, so keep listening to music. Keep feeding your soul with music; it is the fuel needed to endure this emotional roller coaster of life.

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Tips for Visiting La Jolla Tide Pools
With helpful advice from Birch Aquarium
La Jolla tide pools are among the best in town as we have multiple spots to visit up and down our 7-mile coastline. They're never the same on any given day as tides change and sea life moves from one habitat to the next.
See also: Best Tide Pools in San Diego
What you'll find in this post is a mix of tide pooling topics including where to go tide pooling in La Jolla, a preview of sea life typically seen in local tide pools, tips for best tide pooling practices, and other helpful advice you will want to read before heading out yourself.
My sources include information gathered from my own tide pooling experiences, an interview with Danny Beckwith who is an Education Specialist at Birch Aquarium, and our recent tide tide pooling adventure with Birch Aquarium.
Table of Contents
- When to Go Tide Pooling
- Where to Go Tide Pooling in La Jolla
- Common Marine Life Spotted in San Diego Tide Pools
- Tide Pool Etiquette
- What to Bring Tide Pooling
When to Go Tide Pooling
Danny says, "Typically we start seeing good times [for tide pooling] starting in late October, going all the way to March." The moon's gravitational pull (the sun has a smaller tidal effect, too) on the Earth as it rotates causes lower tides to fall during daylight throughout the season.
California experiences two high tides and two low tides per day, unlike the Gulf Coast and other parts of the Earth which experiences one low tide and one high tide per day.
I check the San Diego tide charts and note when minus tides are happening during times we can go.
Where to Go Tide Pooling in La Jolla
Most access points to La Jolla beaches will have tide pools if there is a minus tide. Some access points are tucked away in residential neighborhoods (these are not mentioned on this list, with the exception of one) while others are easily accessible from Coast Blvd in La Jolla or La Jolla Shores beach. Here are some of the best tide pools in La Jolla.
Dike Rock
Dike Rock is located just to the north of Scripps Pier. This is where we took a Birch Aquarium tide pooling tour. Danny says, "Dike Rock is interesting because it's more of a sandy habitat interspersed with big rock formations." The sand tends to draw juvenile fish, blind gobies and different shrimp.
The kids loved climbing over the rocks here as every little pool was home to a different plant or animal. The benefit to tide pooling in a group is that there are more eyeballs to spy different animals—I can't recommend it enough. And, of course, the Birch Aquarium guides know exactly where to look. At the time we visited, huge sea hares were out in abundance laying eggs.
La Jolla Shores Beach (South of The Marine Room Restaurant)
Park at La Jolla Shores beach or near The Marine Room restaurant and use the beach access there for tide pools and gorgeous views. I've been told that high numbers baby sea hares have recently been spotted here.
La Jolla Cove
If it's low tide at La Jolla Cove, many of the sea lions and seals will head out to little rock islands in the ocean. This means you'll be able to walk the big flat rocky area between Boomer's Beach and La Jolla Cove with ease. On these rocks, which are accessible from the boardwalk, you might see a variety of crabs and a few sea anemones but not too much else.
Your best bet is to take the stairs down to the sand to explore the little cave and rocky area accessible from the La Jolla Cove beach.
The other good news is that you can start at La Jolla Cove and walk south down the boardwalk to most of the tide pooling spots listed below.
Shell Beach
The stairs to Shell Beach are currently blocked at the base by big rocks washed up by the ocean. You'll need to tread carefully over them. However, this is a great little place for tide pooling. Last time, we saw lots of crabs, limpets and a few sea anemones.
South Casa Beach
Heading south from Shell Beach, South Casa Beach behind the Children's Pool sea wall (Children's Pool is where the harbor seals hang out) is another tide pooling gem with easy access via a stairway. These tends to be an easy spot for kids to explore as there is sand to walk on in addition to rocks.
Between Wipeout Beach and Hospital Point
Walk a few minutes further south from South Casa Beach to Wipeout Beach. From here to Hospitals is one of our favorite tide pooling spots. If you're a photography buff, Hospitals is where these little round and curved pools reveal themselves (they are incredibly popular on Instagram and Pinterest) during low tides. Here, you'll find mostly rocky bluffs with little pockets of sand. We've spotted crabs, limpets, sea anemones, fish, sea slugs, urchins and more time. Stay for the sunset.
Windansea Beach
The waves surfers rave about here are due to underwater reefs. Some reveal themselves during low tide. It tends to be a little less crowded here though mostly a sandstone landscape (that you'll have to scramble down) versus actual sand. Sea anemones and various crabs are most commonly seen here, it seems.
False Point
False Point is a good option for those who live in or are staying in the Bird Rock neighborhood. Its draw is that there are lots of rocks to navigate, many of which are loose. The good news is that flipping them over (remembering to put them back) can reveal a myriad of creatures. Take the stairs down to the beach from Sea Ridge Drive. This is also where Birch Aquarium leads tours.
Common Marine Life Spotted in San Diego Tide Pools
It's incredible to think that an animal must be able to tolerate currents, sun and sometimes hours in air to survive life in a tide pool.
"A lot of animals can feel you walking on the rocks or sense chemicals in the water and they'll hide for a little bit," Danny adds. "If you're just quiet and watching the tide pool for a moment, those animals will start revealing themselves. It really is a type of magic."
This is by no means a complete list of animals, but these are the most common.
Sea Anemones
Did you know that sea anemones can live 50 years or longer and that there are over 1000 varieties that are found at different depths worldwide? Sea anemones are my favorite tide pool creature.
We have mostly two types here in San Diego. The first is the solitary sea anemone which I've always been particularly fond of. Their tentacles range from a pale green to a blueish-green color. To survive in air or when disturbed, they curl their tentacles inward to reveal a soft brown exterior that is often dotted with broken shells. When submerged in water, their tentacles are typically open.
The other type of sea anemone most commonly seen are smaller, less colorful (or brown really) and live in groups. Sea anemones can also slowly change location.
Our little tide pool crabs are small and fast, scurrying sideways over over tide pools with their little pinchers. Fun to watch, they're able to hide in little crevices and pretty much eat whatever they can grab. They can split time above and below the water.
Limpets and Chitons
While they don't move around as you're watching, I personally love finding chiton and limpets stuck to rocks. They're quite common in all of our tide pools.
Hermit Crabs
Always a source of entertainment hermit crabs can be found in abundance. I've seen them scurrying around in various sizes and underneath a variety of shells every single time I've been tide pooling in La Jolla.
(To help kids fight the temptation to take shells from the beach, tell them that the hermit crabs need them for housing.)
Two-Spot Octopuses
While I have yet to see an octopus in a San Diego tide pool, Danny vividly remembers his first sighting.
"I got really lucky when I pulled up this turban snail shell," he says. Turban snail shells are commonly found around La Jolla tide pools and about the size of your fist. He saw a little arm and tentacles scrunched up inside and realized it was an octopus using the shell as a hiding spot. They put it in one of their bins and out came a 2-foot long octopus. "It just blows your mind because this animal is just scrunched up in there like a cool neat little hiding place," Danny says. Octopuses have no bones so can fit into any space that is the size of their beak, a neat adaptation for living in tide pools.
Sea Stars
Danny shares that environmental changes are impacting the amount of sea stars seen in local tide pools. We were lucky to see two during our Birch Aquarium tide pooling tour at Dike Rock.
One of our Birch Aquarium guides spotted a brittle star and scooped it up with water into a bin for us to see (in addition to this little sea slug).
The kids loved watching our guides and volunteers try to identify what kind of starfish the one pictured below was.
It was neat to see the starfish move around this pool!
Spanish Shawl
Tide poolers in La Jolla can usually spot two types of sea slugs. This first is a Spanish Shawl. It's only 2-3 inches long but it's neon purple and orange gills are quite striking against the tide pool landscape.
Sea Hares
On the other side of the sea slug spectrum, sea hares grow to about a foot long. Sensors that look like rabbit ears on their head sense chemicals in the water. "Depending on what the sea hare color is, we can tell what the animal has been eating," Danny says. If they're eating red algae they turn red. If they're eating dark green algae they turn black or green. Sea hares will also emit a dark purple ink if stressed.
If there are tide pools, there will most likely be a variety of barnacles. You'll see the regular variety that grows in clusters on rocks and piers in addition to larger gooseneck barnacles.
Tide Pool Etiquette
Good tide pooling etiquette is absolutely necessary to protect these gems.
- Most of La Jolla's coastline is in a Marine Protected Area. This means that you may not remove any marine objects, whether living or dead, from these areas.
- Watch out for algae-covered rocks. If it's green, brown or black, avoid stepping on it or tread lightly.
- Whatever you bring in, take back out. If you move anything like a rock, put it back. An animal might us using it for an habitat.
- Never turn your back on the ocean. It's easy to get excited and not see a wave coming.
- If you're going to touch something, exercise caution. Be aware of what might be on your hands like hand sanitizers or other chemicals that may be harmful to animals. If you're unsure of what something is, the best practice is not to touch it. Always rinse your hands off first and only touch for only a few seconds.
This graphic is fantastic to discuss with kids and whomever you're going tide pooling with. Save it to Pinterest or print out a PDF here: Birch Aquarium Tide Pooling Tips.
Good tide pool etiquette can also be practiced at home. Danny points out that the tide pools are first interface between land and water so any sort of runoff will hit them first. This means anything entering our storm drains—litter, chemical fertilizers, oil, grease and more—can impact our tide pools. Did you know that one of many jobs our tide pools perform to protect us includes slowing down water before it erodes our cliff sides? They're important. Let's protect them.
What to Bring Tide Pooling
The following advice is what I have found handy while tide pooling with kids in tow.
Footwear is incredibly important. Shoes or boots with a good grip that can get wet are ideal. Flip flops are not advised. It is also wise to keep a change of shoes in the car if you're headed elsewhere after a tide pooling adventure as your shoes will get sandy, wet and dirty.
If not on a tour, we like the California Seashore Life Pocket Guide, that identifies local birds, crab, fish and other sea life you might see in or near a tide pool (sea slugs are oddly missing from it).
If in an area where there is sea grass, it is helpful to bring a light stick to gently brush it away as it floats over water. However, skip the stick if you or the kids can't resist the temptation to poke animals or in hidden areas where there might be an animal.
See also: Best Things to Do in San Diego with Kids
Enjoy our tide pools throughout the season and, as Danny says, "Pass along the word of what's the best way to interact with this habitat."
Be sure to check out Birch Aquarium's tide pooling tours and other outdoor adventures.
Love tide pooling? Check out the best tide pools in San Diego!
Which La Jolla tide pools are your favorites? What have you seen?
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Lovely photos and an excellent write-up, but there's a necessary caution that's missing. "False Point," which the locals know as "PB Point," is an absurdly dangerous place to take children (and even adults). I've never understood why Birch Aquarium promotes it to visitors.
Unlike many tidepool sites that have sandy bottoms, PB Pt. is composed of rocks of various sizes, from large pebbles to small boulders, and they shift position constantly. Even if you proceed with extreme caution, a rock can twist under your weight. To make matters worse, there is old construction debris among the rocks, including rusted rebar that can impale the unwary.
I've had many friends who've gone down there, and all of them have returned with stories of falls, including one who wound up in the emergency room. When I went down, I took a fall so bad I cut my scalp, and nearly had a concussion.
Would I take a child down there? Uh….no!


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While you will have to wait a while longer for iOS 11 from Apple, the company has launched its beta version for the public. And before you are in for a surprise, let us warn you… your iPad will no longer feel the same!
With a special focus on multi-tasking this time around, the user experience has certainly become smoother and will prove to be a welcome change. So if you have ditched your iPad and fallen prey to the ease of using your smartphone, it's time to bring it out of the box yet again and enjoy the whole new experience.
With completely new designs and frameworks, Apple has brought about a huge change in the way we used these devices.
Here are the 7 major changes in store with iOS 11:
1. Drag and Drop
You can easily drag and drop content now with iOS 11 beta Version. For instance, if you want to send maybe three pictures via mail, all you need to do is to tap those images in the Photo App and then drag them straight into the mailbox attachment. Send the photos to your near and dear ones by just using the simplified drag and drop feature! The simple hacks this OS has added far more convenience and swiftness to how we operate our iPad and iPhone.
The user can conveniently drag and drop URLs, images or more from one app to another.
2. Reframed App Dock
One thing is changing for the better and quicker access to Apps is the App Dock. Users could keep, at the bottom row of the icons on iPad only a few apps. This was annoying to keep swiping screens to find another useful application. A big time simplified to look like on iMac is provided. The dock now can keep up to 13 apps in the App Dock to keep the favorite apps handy.
3. Focus on multitasking – Split windows
There is a renovated multitasking. You can now use multiple apps on the single screen. Unlike what iOS 10 provided, now along with two applications, if the user wants to use the third app, the user can do so easily. The app will float in its free space. This gives a feel as if the user using a laptop.
4. Apple Pencil better performance
The user can easily and smoothly take down notes now with the help of Pencil. Now, this will enable the user to mark the important points, save screen shots with marked notes in the form of the pdf file and share it.
5. Customized control center
Now a user can add customized shortcuts in the control center. The leeway has been provided to the users to keep shortcuts from various controls such as screen recording function or Apple TV controls.
6. Keyboard with key flicking
Apple has now come up with key flicking with numbers just like 12.9 inches iPad Pro. Now, the user will not have to keep switching between the numbers and letter anymore.
7. Completely new App Store
The App store has changed majorly. Apple has put emphasis on quality apps now. The clean look makes room for not all game apps but top paid apps from other developers.
There are other small changes which Apple has introduced with iOS 11 beta version, while we wait for the final version soon.


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A new youth centre opening up in Belleville is aiming to be a "hub" of activity and inclusiveness and a "common place" for youth in the Quinte region.
The Belleville Youth Centre, launching next Tuesday, July 4, is providing a safe area for young people in the community to collaborate with each other during their free time.
The John Howard Society, Highland Shores Children's Aid, Children's Mental Health, Youth Hab and other agencies are collaborating to help open and fund the Youth Centre.
The Youth Centre's Program Coordinator Bobby Hristova says the Belleville Youth Centre is looking to be the equivalent to the current Quinte West Youth Centre.
He explains why having a youth centre in the city of Belleville is so vital.
Hristova explains what the Youth Centre has to offer.
Hristova adds anyone aged 12-18 can be eligible to register for the Youth Centre and its programming.
The Youth Centre's grand opening will go from 5-7 p.m. on July 4 at its location at 21 Wallbridge Crescent. There will be a ribbon cutting, a barbecue, a prize raffle and a "minute-to-win-it" event.
The Youth Centre will be open on weekdays from 1-6 p.m., except for Wednesdays, when it will be open from 2-7 p.m.
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Bohemian Barranco is one of Lima's most vibrant districts. Our hotel, Casa Republica is a Boutique hotel modelled in the style of the glory days of Peru's Republican era. Our unique 1920's mansion has been impeccably maintained and offers some of the best value of any hotel in it's category in Lima. Located in a quiet street close to the districts best restaurants, galleries and nightlife this hotel is perfect for those seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of Lima. Located just 40 mins from Lima's Jorge Chavez international Airport. If looking for a hotel in Lima Peru, look no further.
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Bohemian Barranco is Lima's premier districts. Situated on the cliff tops at the southern end of the bay of Lima, it's unique microclimate offers some repsite from the humidity of the rest of Lima, particulary during the months of May to October. Barranco is home to some of the capital's finest galleries including MATE (Photographer Mario Testino's gallery) The Pedro de Osma Museum, and Galleria Lucia de la Puente which is just next door to our hotel. Barranco is a perfect location for a hotel in Lima, close to all tourist facilities as well a s being vibrant and bohemian district.
With Peruvian food in the international spotlight for the best part of the last decade, Barranco is also home to the famed Chala and Cala restaurants, and many of Lima's finest restaurants including Astrid and Gaston and Central are just minutes away from our centrally located property. Barranco is a fantastic district to explore on foot. We have a daily orientation walk departing our hotel at 5pm daily, taking in some of Barranco's famed sites including a walk along the Malecon. Central Barranco is a short stroll away and home to some impressive historical homes, churches and a vibrant plaza with resident artists and food stalls. Barranco is also home to some of Lima's most unique stores, designer goods and handicraft stores are spread throughout the district and the fantastic Dedalo gallery and cafe is located accross the street from Casa Republica.
Barranco as a district came to light in the early part of the 20th century as a seaside resort for the wealthy aristocracy in Lima. During this "Republican era" our house was constructed. We continue with the Republican theme throughout the home and welcome you to come and celebrate Lima and Barranco's unique history and charm at our property.
The modern traveller to Peru has a multitude of hotel choices ar their disposal. If looking for a comfortable, elegant and happening hotel in Lima look no further than Casa Republica – A fantastic boutique hotel in Barranco. We look forward to welcoming you on your Peru tour.
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Life doesn't stop at Lake Balaton just because the sun isn't kissing the skins of sunbathers golden anymore. There's more to this region than its buzzing beaches and this is something that we can't repeat enough. From soothing spa-sessions to discovering dormant volcanoes, here are some great things to do at Balaton during winter.
Lake Balaton gets to show a different side of the region during winter – the crowds slowly disappear and their place is taken by endless silence and tranquility. However, this shouldn't fool anyone, as the region is still very alive during the colder months.
This is the perfect time to dive into the hot waters of Hévíz Lake Spa – or to warm up in the sauna of Szigliget, right at the shore of Lake Balaton, where we can immediately cool down after a session. If we insist on aquatic fun, Zalakaros and its adventure section is just the place for that, especially if we have children.
Meanwhile, those who like to be out in the open air but would rather have the option of warming up with a hot drink whenever they like (and not get lost in the woods) can wander around the historic streets of Veszprém. Although braving the cold might not seem so inviting, the natural wonders of the region will make sure that a winter hike compensates the tired adventurer with a breathtaking view – or we can reward ourselves with a meal at one of Balaton's many exquisite restaurants that stay open even in winter.
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The UK's Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has ruled that Sky's Now TV service did not mislead customers by advertising itself as a "no contract" service.
Concerns had been raised by consumers, who upon discovering that the service involved a short monthly contract, argued that the wording was misleading.
A total of six complaints were made about Now TV's advertising campaign as a result, but the ASA has announced it will not be taking any further action.
Explaining its ruling, the ASA said: "The ASA acknowledged that purchasing the monthly NOW TV passes technically constituted a legal contract. However, we considered that the average consumer would understand, in the context of the ads, that the claim meant that there was no long-term commitment or minimum term associated with the products beyond the period already paid for (or subject to a free trial) and that there were no cancellation charges.
"We understood that the entertainment and movies passes renewed automatically each month but that there was no minimum term and they could be cancelled at any time with no notice period or cancellation fee.
"We considered that the ads made clear that the monthly passes would renew unless cancelled and concluded that, in this context, the claim "no contract" was unlikely to mislead consumers."
The decision permits Now TV to use the term 'no contract', as long as consumers have the option to leave or cancel their subscription without being charged a fee.
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I think Josh will box next in October or November. "The fans want the Fury fight and I do, too". Ali was one of AJ's inspirations. A clash with Mayweather could earn McGregor around £75 million. "I congratulate the young man for courage but I'm next and that is that", Ortiz continued. Klitschko has a rematch clause in his contract with Joshua, while the Bulgarian Kubrat Pulev - who has only ever lost once in a 26-fight career - is the mandatory challenger for the IBF title.
We are assessing him and next week we will have a final answer. I know that the job we are doing with our board is a one v one situation and they are covering me and protecting me in that situation. He added: "I'm not going to bring in a single player who has doubts whether he wants to move here or not". Sealing a switch to Rangers would see the young midfielder return to Scotland, where he played almost 150 games for Falkirk in a three year stint until this summer.
Then in the final frame before the break it had seemed as if Higgins had it all wrapped up but he missed a couple of pots and all of a sudden an epic safety battle unfolded, with Selby producing a sensational pot on the red. The final is a replay, a decade on, of the 2007 final when Higgins saw off a 23-year-old Selby , who was far from the finished article he is today.
Last season they snuck into the playoffs as one of the two wildcard squads. They now sit at 14-16, second in the NL East. "I think the guy he's ready", said Jose Reyes, who moved from third base to shortstop after Cabrera's injury. Needing a win over the Miami Marlins on Sunday to get back to.500 on the season, the injury-infected Amazins shot themselves in the foot once again. Inside the Mets' clubhouse, players milled about on what was otherwise a typical sleepy Sunday, as surprised by ...
The thought of Lemieux verses any of the top Middleweights is exciting to think about as Lemieux seems to have slugged his way right back to the top of the 160-pound division mix. Wait and see for a bit, because these things are going to go all over the place between now and September 16th. A potential Mayweather-McGregor boxing match is naturally divisive for a number of reasons, not least amongst practitioners of both boxing and MMA.
I'm coming (to Stuttgart ) with no ranking and I'm not getting a wildcard to receive a trophy or a golden platter . 'I think I'd be prepared to play in the juniors if I had to. Her emotional response was understandable, but many of her rivals remain unhappy about the preferential treatment given to her by tournament organisers.
This is in line with the rules laid out in its annual handbook to decide which club retain their top-flight status, with the game to be played at a neutral venue. "I told my players that maybe this would be the most hard game we will have at home", Silva said. Swansea traveled to Old Trafford to face Manchester United last weekend.
We're going to go there and see what we're made of. It was seeing Holtby sitting on the bench in a baseball cap to start the third period that provided the biggest gut check on Saturday night. Still, it's worth considering if maybe giving Sheary a game off could help him clear his head and get right. "He gives us that timely save when we need it".
In a news release, Under Armour said Joshua's ambition is "to be a generation-defining champion". Fury is confident that he will have his boxing license reinstated by the BBBC and has already targeted a return to the ring for July, despite now weighing a reported 350lbs (158 kilograms), over 100 pounds heavier than the weight he weighed in at prior to his November 2015 win over Wladimir Klitschko.
Real have beaten Atletico twice in three years in the Champions League final and a Ronaldo hat-trick - his second treble in as many matches in the competition - brushed aside Simeone's men in the first leg. "Every game with Atletico is tough because they are a great team with top players", Vazquez told Marca on Monday. We know there are players who feature less but you can sense we are never less than fully dedicated.
The Bahrain meeting is the first for the newly elected CAF administration led by Ahmad. Under the new CAF leadership of Ahmad, Pinnick has now been appointed the president of AFCON and media Committees of CAF. Nyantakyi was recently re-elected as a FIFA Executive Committee member. "There is a big tendency to monopolize power in the executive committee. We must ensure that the Nations Cup doesn't destroy their careers", he insisted.
They became the first team to start the playoffs 8-0 in consecutive seasons, according to the Elias Sports Bureau. However, LeBron quickly showed both Lowry and DeRozan that he wanted to win and stole the show each game, sending the Raptors packing in just four games.
Pittsburgh took a 2-1 lead into the third period, but Washington tied it at 2:49 when Nicklas Backstrom and Burakovsky worked a give-and-go on the rush and Backstrom's wrister beat Fleury to the far side. Burakovsky pumped some energy back in with a psychologically important goal with 29.7 seconds remaining in the first period, his first of the playoffs.
The result failed to buck a trend of disappointing results for Liverpool against the so-called "lesser sides" in the Premier League which has also seen them lose to the likes of Crystal Palace, Hull and Swansea since the turn of the year. However, James Milner did spurn one golden chance, as he saw his effort from the spot brilliantly saved by Fraser Forster . The Reds have spent just two weeks outside the top four since September, but Sunday's goalless draw at home to Southampton ...
The loss was the first in the playoffs for the Predators this season and left the second-round series tied at one game apiece heading into Game 3 on Sunday in Nashville. "We came out and executed properly, got rewarded", he said. We get a big goal early, which really helped, too. If the Ducks win, Iveson will hang a poster from Visit Anaheim, that city's tourism agency, in city hall, encouraging Edmontonians to vacation in California.
Hill will not play in Thursday's Game 2 against the Warriors due to soreness in his left big toe. It would be impossible for the Jazz to shoot worse than it did at the start of the first and fourth quarters, when they missed all 12 of their shots while getting run 9-0 and 10-0.
Anthony Joshua is not afraid of anyone. Klitschko , in his 29th world title fight, seemed to be taking the advantage in the later rounds, until the uppercut sent him spinning across the ring. "Let's just remember it was tough fight for Klitschko and it was a tough fight for Joshua". Yet, although a 14-year age gap and Joshua's fitness, strength and power eventually saw him floored twice and finally rescued by the referee in the 11th round, Klitschko still felt like a victor at the end of ...
The skies have cleared just in time for mud hasn't On Saturday, Churchill Downs ushers in the 143rd running of the Kentucky Derby, to kickoff the first race of the Triple Crown horse racing championship. For Pletcher and Velazquez, it was their second taste of Kentucky Derby glory. Always Dreaming's primary ownership is comprised of Bonomo's Brooklyn Boyz Stables and Teresa Viola, whose husband Vincent owns the NHL's Florida Panthers.
It left Chelsea seven points clear of Spurs at the summit and means they will be crowned champions for the second time in three seasons if they win at West Bromwich Albion on Friday. Boro return to the Championship after one season back among the elite, joining Sunderland in sinking into the second tier just as fellow northeast side Newcastle United are celebrating their return to the top level.
It's up to us. "We play Celta Vigo and we need to focus on that from this moment", Mata told MUTV . "We didn't get the win, which is a disappointment, but I'm chuffed personally". "I like very much the individual performances and I also like collectively". At present Liverpool are seven points, and five goals, better off than Arsenal .
Rohit Sharma , the opening batsman, returns to the set-up after having been ruled out for four months in November past year due to a thigh injury. The selectors have also made a decision to go in with four front fast bowlers in the form of Bhuvneshwar Kumar , Jasprit Bumrah , Umesh Yadav and Mohammad Shami , who like Rohit is coming after a long injury layoff.
The best part of the pair's reaction is easily Curry's face popping up like a teacher had called him out for sleeping in class. Even then the Warriors would have the edge with two of the three games scheduled to take place in Golden State .
Richens, now 62, cheered through Game 6 with his own children on Sunday - a satisfying 7-1 win against the Anaheim Ducks. And he made sure that the Edmonton Oilers finally built a lead that the Anaheim Ducks couldn't overcome. In six games through this series, Draisaitl has five goals and 13 points against Anaheim. And after his 25-footer ripped by Bernier in the middle period, it looked like an Edmonton Oil Kings Teddy Bear Toss.
Which is very likely accurate on all counts. Korver had 16 points, including 16 in the second quarter, while Deron Williams and Channing Frye each had five points. "I've said that three times already". But the question is do the Raptors want to move forward with both players on their roster, or even one? Lowry was injured in the third quarter of Game 2.
Werth finished 4-for-5 with two home runs, a double and a single to go with three runs scored and three RBIs. In an 8-3 loss to Chicago on May 2, the Phillies served up three , while their pitchers gave up seven in the three games against Washington over the weekend.
Murray opens his Madrid campaign against wild card Marius Copil , who came through a punishing first-round match of nearly three hours' duration. Nadal had a bye in the first round. The Serb has also carried a couple of injuries into 2017, and has also fallen short of what tennis has become used to, including a second-round loss at the Australian Open.
Against the Celtics, the Wizards' starting lineup of John Wall, Bradley Beal , Otto Porter , Markieff Morris and Marcin Gortat have a net rating of +45.2 in 69 minutes of play with a 130.7 offensive rating. " They went on a 26-0 run, and we can't have that on the road". A three-day armistice before Wednesday's pivotal Game 5 will give the Celtics plenty of time to regroup and it's a break they desperately need.
In the 11th Joshua uncorked a sweet right uppercut to snap back Klitschko's head, followed by another right to send his opponent to the canvas. Though he made it to his feet, Joshua immediately pounced and referee David Fields stepped in and called the fight.
Alderson said Harvey, whose suspension began Saturday, was sent home. "One thing he has to do - and he's done it in the past - he needs to address some guys", Collins said. "Today was the best I've felt in a long time", he said. Wilk was brought up from Triple-A Las Vegas on short notice and little sleep. NY is missing ace right-hander Syndergaard (latissimus dorsi), outfielder Yoenis Cespedes (hamstring), first baseman Lucas Duda (elbow), catcher Travis d'Arnaud (wrist), left-hander ...
Monk hit out at "naive" Taylor after he refused to play against Wigan, claiming he has been poorly advised all season. "Whoever's been advising him - it's awful advice". "He's not very experienced in these situations, and you need proper guidance, and people around you who can help you do things right. It's a shame.
I want to apologize for this. Silva was expected to face Kelvin Gastelum on the card, but Gastelum was pulled for a positive marijuana test by USADA. The 25-year-old fighter would have faced off with Anderson Silva in the UFC 212, set for Jue 3rd. The fight gives him an opportunity to go out with a victory in his native Rio de Janeiro, something many longtime fans of MMA will be rooting for the Brazilian legend.
When he saw shots weren't falling for his teammates, Kevin Durant went to work reviving the Golden State Warriors' offense. Mostly unchallenged to start these playoffs, the Warriors were delivered a stiffer test on Saturday night in Salt Lake City .
But former world number one Kim Clijsters supported the decision to let Sharapova compete in the tournaments. The Canadian, and former Wimbledon runner-up, also laid into the Women's Tennis Association (WTA), whose rules have allowed Sharapova to resume her career.
Caballero had usurped Bravo from Pep Guardiola's line-up earlier this year, and despite falling back down the pecking order recently he will play the remaining games of the season thanks to the Chilean's calf injuy. As the game entered the last 10 minutes a great overhead ball from Toure found Pablo Zabaleta, who nodded it to Sterling for the winger to fire in a fourth for City.
In the end, they crumbled under the pressure of Chelsea's relentless probing and Everton manager Ronald Koeman admitted the Blues have the look of champions. "We all know there is this part of the season that is more important", he said. The sight of centre-back David Luiz limping off late on was a cause for concern but again Conte utilised another player who has had a bit-part role in Nathan Ake, who spent the first half of the season on loan at Bournemouth.


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Buyers may have been given an early look at a new Lexus compact crossover, if a clip recorded at this month's Detroit Auto Show is any hint.
During a presentation given by Toyota US CEO Jim Lentz, a new SUV appeared among a series of slides previewing the carmaker's new-generation models.
The SUV is described as the LF-NX concept revealed last year, but its design is clearly an evolved and more production-friendly take on the concept's wild styling.
The 'LF-NX' shown during Lentz's presentation has lost much of the heavy creasing of the concept, with larger headlights flanking a more conventional version of the company's new 'spindle' grille.
The bumper is also new, with regular elliptical fog-lights at each corner. The package is rounded out by regular alloy wheels and larger door-mirrors.
Is this, then, our first look at the promised new Lexus compact SUV, expected to be called the NX?
Recent reports have pointed to a Geneva Motor Show debut in March for the production model, suggesting this may indeed be our first glimpse of what's to come.
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When referring to stringed instruments, the scale length (often simply called the "scale") is the maximum vibrating length of the strings that produce sound, and determines the range of tones that string can produce at a given tension. It's also called string length. On instruments in which strings are not "stopped" or divided in length (typically by frets, the player's fingers, or other mechanism), such as the piano, it is the actual length of string between the nut and the bridge.
String instruments produce sound through the vibration of their strings. The range of tones these strings can produce is determined by three primary factors: the mass of the string (related to its thickness as well as other aspects of its construction: density of the metal/alloy etc.), the tension placed upon it, and the instrument's scale length.
On many, but not all, instruments, the strings are at least roughly the same length, so the instrument's scale can be expressed as a single length measurement, as for example in the case of the violin or guitar. On other instruments, the strings are of different lengths according to their pitch, as for example in the case of the harp or piano.
On most modern fretted instruments, the actual string length is a bit longer than the scale length, to provide some compensation[1] for the "sharp" effect caused by the string being slightly stretched when it is pressed against the fingerboard. This causes the pitch of the note to go slightly sharp (higher in pitch). Another factor in modern instrument design is that, at the same tension, thicker strings are more sensitive to this effect, which is why saddles on acoustic (and often electric) guitars are set on a slight diagonal. This gives the thicker strings slightly more length.
All other things being equal, increasing the scale length of an instrument requires an increase in string tension for a given pitch.
A musical string may be divided by the twelfth root of two , approximately 1.059463094 and the result taken as the string-length position at which the next semitone pitch (fret position) should be placed from the previous fret (or, in case this is the first calculation, the nut or zero fret) of the instrument. This quotient is then divided again by itself to locate the next semitone higher, and so on.
Alternatively, the string may be divided by , approximately 17.817154, and the quotient taken as the location of the next semitone pitch from the nut of the instrument. The remainder is again divided by 17.817154 to locate the next semitone pitch higher, and so on. For centuries the divisor 18 was used instead; this "Eighteen Rule" produced a sort of rough compensation. Actual fret spacing on the fretboard was often done by trial and error method (testing) over the ages. Since the nineteenth century, however, luthiers generally use precision measuring instruments to lay out frets with mathematical accuracy.
In many instruments, for example the violin, the scale of a full-sized instrument is strictly standardised. Smaller scale instruments exist for:
Larger than standard scale instruments are rare, but may be used by experimental and avant-garde players, or specially made for soloists with particularly extended reach. In other instruments, for example the viola and the electric guitar, the scale of a full-sized instrument varies a great deal.
The two most famous violin makers, Antonio Stradivari (1644-1737) and Giuseppe Guarneri del Gesù (1698-1744), both used an open string length of 12.8 in (327 mm) for their violins, which had already been established a generation before by Jacob Stainer (c. 1617-1683). Later makers have been unwilling to deviate from this.
Smaller scale instruments are used extensively to teach younger players. The size of these is described by a "conventional" fraction that has no mathematical significance. For example, a 7/8 violin has a scale of about 317 mm, a 3/4-size instrument a scale of 307 mm, a half-size one 287 mm, and a quarter-size one 267 mm. 1/8, 1/10, 1/16 and 1/32 and even 1/64 violins also exist, becoming progressively smaller, but again in no proportional relationship. (A full-size instrument is described as 4/4.)
Cellos exist in a smaller range of sizes than violins, with 4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, and 1/10 being reasonably common. As with the violin, the Stradivarius scale is regarded as standard for orchestral work; This is about 27.4 in (695 mm).
Violas are commonly described in terms of their body length rather than--as with other violin-family instruments--by a fraction. There are two reasons for this. First, unlike that of the violin and the cello, the viola scale length has not standardised, but rather advanced player use whatever scale length best suits them. Secondly, student sizes are not as often required, as most viola players who start learning at a young age start on the violin. Common sizes include 17 in (43 cm), 16.5 in (42 cm), 16 in (41 cm), 15.5 in (39 cm), 15 in (38 cm), 14 in (36 cm), and less commonly 12 in (30 cm), smaller than a standard violin; These measurements are nominal and approximate. At least one of the surviving Stradivarius violas has a scale length of 14.25 in (362 mm).
There is some variation in the scale length of an orchestral double bass, generally in the range 41.3 - 43.3 inches (105 - 110 cm). There are also smaller versions of this "full scale" double bass with the same scale length but with a smaller sound box, intended for other musical idioms. Smaller scale instruments are also quite commonly used by full-sized players in jazz, folk music and similar ensembles.
The system of conventional fractions is taken to its logical conclusion with string bass sizes, in that a full-size (4/4) bass is uncommon. Most basses are 3/4 or 7/8, and younger players can use 1/2 or even 1/4 size instruments.
Like that of the violin, the scale of the classical guitar was standardized by the work of its most famous maker. Antonio De Torres (1817-1892) used a scale length of 25.6 in (650 mm), and later makers have followed suit. However, from the mid- 20th Century luthiers seeking increased volume have moved to a 26 in (660mm) scale, which is now the standard for such leading makers as Ramirez.
Unlike Stradivarius, Torres had no strong tradition on which to build regarding scale length, so the 25.6 in figure can be attributed to him with confidence.[]
The steel-string acoustic guitar typically has a scale slightly shorter than the classical instrument, the most common scales ranging between short scale : 24 inches (610 mm) and long scale: 25.5 inches (648 mm). Small travel guitars and guitars specifically designed for children can have even shorter scales. For example, a 3/4 size steel string guitar might have a scale length of 23 inches (580 mm).
The scale length of an electric guitar affects both its playability and its tone. Regarding playability, a shorter scale length allows more compact fingering and favors shorter fingers and hand-span. A longer scale allows more expanded finger and favors longer fingers and hand-span. With regard to tone, a longer scale (e.g. Fender Telecasters with 25.5 inch (648 mm) scale length) favors "brightness" or cleaner overtones and more separated harmonics versus a shorter scale (e.g., Gibson Les Paul with 24.75 in (628 mm) scale length), which favors "warmth" or more muddy overtones. According to Dave Hunter's Tone Manual (2011), each scale length has its characteristic sound and tone, which is individual from other sounds in the tone chain: strings, pickups, pedals, amplifiers, speakers, and cabinets.
Most Fender electric guitars, including the Stratocaster, Telecaster, Esquire, and Jazzmaster use a scale length of 25.5 in (648 mm). A few Fender models such as the Jaguar use a scale length of 24 in (610 mm). Fender has also built some 3/4-size student guitars with a scale length of 22.5 in (572 mm) or shorter.
Gibson uses a scale length of 24.75 in (628 mm) on many of its electric guitars, including the Les Paul, Flying V, Explorer, SG, and ES-335. Gibson has used other scale lengths on various models through the years. Gibson's nominal "24.75" in scale length has itself varied, sometimes measuring 24 5/8" or 24 9/16" depending on the production equipment used.[2] As Gibson necks are not often interchangeable, this usually goes unnoticed in practice.
The first electric basses were upright electric basses built in the 1930s by fitting an otherwise normal double bass with electric pickups, and so had a scale length of about 43" (109 cm).
In 1951 the Fender Precision Bass shortened this to 34" (86 cm). This is still often regarded as the standard length for a bass guitar.
On a modern bass guitar, 30" (76 cm) or less is considered short scale, standard (also called long) scale is 34" (86 cm) for a 4-string and 35" (89 cm) for a B-E-A-D-G 5-string, and extra-long scale basses of 36" (91 cm) also exist.
Quite an uncommon scale construction using the Novax Fanned-Fret system that "fan outward" for the ability to play in tune with the unequal scale lengths of each string that is used to find the optimal equal tonal response and equal string tension from string-to-string for easier playing is represented by Dingwall Basses, who uses a 37" to 34" span on their Prima, Z1, Z2, and Afterburner original designs and a shorter 34.25" to 32" span for their "Super J" Jazz Bass design.
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The scale length of a piano is the length of the longest string. As this is normally the lowest bass note, it is a single string.
Concert grand pianos range in scale from about 7 ft 6 in (229 cm) to 9 ft (274 cm) or occasionally more. Notable concert grands include:
Smaller grand pianos vary in naming. The larger models, about 6 ft (183 cm) or more in scale length, may have the full grand piano action, and are used in smaller concert spaces. Others are intended for larger homes, and may have a simplified action lacking the repeat lever that is only useful for advanced players.
Baby grand pianos are the smallest, intended for homes, restaurants and similar applications where the grand style of piano is desired even at the expense of the longer scale and better sound that an upright format would permit in the available space.
Pythagorean scale refers to the relative lengths of strings within an instrument.[5] This kind of scaling dictates that the ratio of string lengths should be equal to the harmonic ratio of their pitches. It is a logarithmic scale that doubles at each octave. This type of scaling was offered under the assumption that by keeping all other factors consistent (esp. string thickness and tension) and changing only length, the sound of the instrument would be homogeneous across its full range.
Because the length of strings increases so quickly in the bass register, it often would produce an instrument of impractical length. If pythagorean scaling were applied to the stringed instruments, the double bass would be extremely cumbersome. In pianos and harpsichords, generally less tension or thicker strings are used in the lower register to avoid the need for such large dimensions as demanded by a Pythagorean scale.


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Friends are the most important ingredient to this recipe called LIFE.
But who is a real friend:
A real friend is the one, who never tries to impress you but always tries to surprise you. If someone tries to impress upon you, you have all the liberty to get impressed. But that guy is not your real friend.
A real friend is the one, who always argues with you & proves you wrong all the time.... Never feel bad. He is just giving constructive criticism.
A real friend is the one who keep on disturbing you & insulting you. Never feel bad... the intention is; he doesn't want you to feel lonely.
A real friend is the one who teaches you various lessons on daily basis. Some are painful, some are painless.... but all are priceless, which you wont get it from anywhere else.
A real friend is the one who is willing to spend TIME, the most precious thing on this planet , exclusively on you.
A real friend is the one who offers you various means in life which keeps you always puzzled, but eventually makes your day end with a smile.
When you see yourself doing something badly & nobody is bothering to tell you anymore, take it for granted that you are NOT with your good friends. Never expect your friend to accept or say YES to all your stupidities. A good friend, once said "YES" will stand by that in all aspects.
Abraham Lincoln once said " If friendship is your weakest point; then you are the strongest person in the world.
Now the Biggest question: Have you added a new friend to your fleet today.. not yet ?? Options are many.....your car washer..... your security.....your vegetable vendor... your paperwala..........They are just a call away........
Understand their world & make them your friend...........
Cheers.....Anil Panicker


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ATLANTA - Junior Reagan Morgan had an incredible week at bat to be named Georgia State Student-Athlete of the Week, powered by the U.S. Marines.
Reagan Morgan reached base 15 times in 18 plate appearances for an average of .857, an on-base percentage of .882 and a slugging percentage of 1.071 as GSU went 5-0 this week... Morgan was 12-for-14 at the plate with a home run, four RBI, three walks, a stolen base and eight runs scored... Friday against UCONN, she helped the Panthers sweep the doubleheader going 5-for-6 with two runs, an RBI, a stolen base and a walk... She led GSU to a DH sweep of Detroit Saturday, launching her second career home run, a three-run shot to right field in Game 1... She finished Saturday's action a perfect 6-for-6 with five runs scored and three RBI... She capped off the weekend Sunday with a 1-for-2 game with a run scored and a walk.
The Panthers are now 12-8 on the season and a perfect 6-0 at home. GSU will look to remain undefeated at the Heck Softball Complex, hosting Presbyterian on Wednesday afternoon.


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Ireland Itinerary
What's Included - Ireland
Westbury Hotel
Hayfield Manor
Aghadoe Heights
Adare Manor
Dublin - Things to Do
Rotary River Cruise
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$213 per day
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double occupancy
May 25- June 9,
15 Nights
4 Nights
Southern Italy
6 Nights
4 Nights
The Bauer's Italian Vacation
Rome has been a beacon of civilization across the Western World
for more than two thousand years, a city to which all roads once led. Your 15-day tour will begin in Rome and then take you to Florence for 5 days and finally to Southern Italy (Ischia, the Amalfi Coast, and the Isle of Capri ) before circling back to the Eternal City. Italy is best experienced at a leisurely and relaxing pace. With 15 days in Italy, you'll have time to slow down and appreciate the culture, it's people and wonderful treasures rather than being on a "whirlwind tour".
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Tour of Italy
The spirit of Rome is alive with its fascinating history, and architectural eye-candy of the Coliseum, Pantheon, and St. Peter's Basilica. You'll have 4 fabulous days to walk the cobblestone streets taking in the amazing fountains, famous sculptures, incredible art and lively piazzas. On the day of your arrival, you will be on the back of a Vespa scooter while a professional driver zips you around Rome showing you the highlights of Rome.
Florence is a contrast of old and new with its ancient buildings, glittery boutiques, and opulent museums. This cosmopolitan city is a wonderful walking city with surprises at every turn including excellent gelato, food and wine, street markets, beautiful churches and museums.
Southern Italy - From Florence, you'll arrive in Naples and visit Pompeii before being
whisked off by ferry to Ischia. On the island of Ischia there are plenty of family friendly activities: hiking, swimming, gozzi boat trips, lounging at the beach, snorkeling, and more. From here you'll be able to take the ferry to Capri, Positano and Amalfi.
Day 1 - Arrive in the Eternal City of Rome and have a tour of Rome on the back of a Vespa scooter.
Day 2 - Enjoy Rome with a full day private or small group walking tour of Rome visiting the Coliseum, Pantheon, the Roman Forum including where Caesar was burned at the stake.
Day 3 - A day of leisure exploring Rome
Day 4 - Visit St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel
Day 5 - After breakfast, you'll depart from Rome and take the high-speed train to Florence. This evening you'll have a sunset promenade walking tour of Florence.
Day 6 - Walk through the Duomo and even climb to the top of the bell tower for amazing views of Florence. Visit the Accademia to see the original statue of David and other masterpieces
Day 7 - Your guide will to take you to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa
Day 8 - A day of leisure - you may choose to go to the Galileo Museum, Uffizi, or the Pitti Palace
Day 9 - Your driver will take you to the train station
Southern Italy - Ischia, The Amalfi Coast and Capri
Day 10 - After breakfast, you'll take the train from Florence to Naples. Your driver will meet you take you to Pompeii, followed by lunch at a local winery at the base of Mt. Vesuvius. From there you will take the ferry to Ischia where you will check in to your hotel.
Day 11 - A day of leisure for hiking and exploring
Day 12 - Ferry to the Amalfi Coast
Day 13 - Capri, Blue Grotto and a gozzi boat tour
Day 14 - A day of leisure in Ischia
Day 15 - After breakfast, you'll depart for Rome by train.
Day 16- Arriverderci! It is time to return home.
Proposed Schedule
May 25 - Friday - Welcome to Rome!
Vespa Tour
You'll arrive in Rome on May 25th from Atlanta at 10:40 am on Delta flight DL 64. Your driver will meet you and take you to your B&B. (The B&B was reserved by the Bauer's).
See Rome from the back-seat of a classic Vespa
with a professional driver/guide! You will zip through Rome like a local and view its most famous sites. You will see the exterior of the Colosseum, ride to Capitoline Hill to enjoy a spectacular view of the Roman Forum, then continue on to the
Aventine Hill . You will complete our adventure with a visit to Piazza Navona and include a ride up to the Janiculum Hill to admire one last, unforgettable panorama of the Eternal City.
Quote Includes: Private transfer from Rome Airport to Your B & B in Rome
Vespa tour of Rome
May 26 - Saturday - Rome
Vatican City
Early Morning Vatican Tour, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica
- A tour of the artistic splendor of the Rome of the Popes! This tour will allow you to explore the most significant parts of the Vatican Museums, admire the Sistine Chapel, and end the tour in St. Peter's Square and Basilica, which showcases the Pietà by Michelangelo and the master pieces of Bernini. The kids will enjoy climbing to the top of St. Peter's. Once you climb to the top you will have a view of the city.
This tour of 3.5 hours is offered with special Early Morning Vatican Priority Entrance at 7:30, before the general public is allowed to enter, so you can enjoy the museums and the Sistine Chapel without the large crowds.
Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. You may choose to visit the famous fountains and piazzas: Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona while scouting out the best gelato shops.
Quote Includes: 3.5 Hour Vatican Tour
May 27 - Sunday - Rome
Classic Ancient Tour of Rome
An unforgettable plunge into the glorious past of Rome! This 3 hour tour will take you to visit the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and the Palatine Hill. You will explore the ancient heart of the Eternal City where the Roman Empire's politics, religion, customs, and ceremonies were born. This tour will allow you to see some of the most famous ancient buildings and sites of Rome. If you haven't had enough history you may want to visit the Pantheon and the Capitoline Hill Museum on your own.
Quote Includes: Walking Tour of the Coliseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.
May 28 - Monday - Rome
Villa Adrian and Villa d'Este in Tivoli
Your driver/guide will pick you up at your B & B and take you to Tivoli (about a 30 km outside of Rome) to visit Tivoli to explore two UNESCO listed villas. Hadrian's Villa and Villa d'Este. Have your camera ready to capture incredible ruins, gardens and fountains while learning about the extravagant tastes of the emperors and cardinals who once lived there. Feel free to explore the villa ruins, thermal baths, temples, palaces and theaters of Hadrian's Villa built in the 2nd century AD. Villa d'Este was built around 1550 during the Renaissance for Cardinal Ippolito II d'Este, Tivoli's governor. Walk around taking in the gardens and posing for photos in front of Bernini-designed fountain.
Quote Includes: Full day trip to Tivoli - lunch is on your own
Florence Hotel
A unique and unforgettable view of Florence: the city is at its best when seen from the the roof top pool and terrace from your hotel. The hotel is one of the oldest hotels in the city, yet it has been completely renovated while still preserving its original character. It is the ideal place from which to experience Florence. With its swimming pool and American bar, the terrace is one of the crowning achievements of the hotel. Your hotel with a pool is centrally located in Florence within walking distance to the sites. Shown below is a premium bedroom with an optional upgrade to a deluxe room with a balcony (based on availability). A family suite may also be available, the manager is confirming the bed situation. Breakfast is included in the price of the hotel. For the price and having a swimming pool there isn't a better hotel choice in Florence. Staying in the center of Florence allows you to return to your hotel throughout the day to drop off packages, take swim breaks or simply relax. In the evenings, you'll be able to stroll the streets and enjoy the magic of Florence in its' piazzas after dinner.
May 29 - Tuesday - Rome to Florence by Train
Sunset Walking Tour
After breakfast you'll check out of your B&B. Your driver will pick you up and transfer you to the train station. No worries, your driver will walk inside the train station with you and make sure you are on the correct platform for Florence. You'll travel in Club Executive.
When you arrive at the train station it is easy for you to catch a taxi and have him bring you to your hotel in Florence. There is no need for a private driver.
This evening you will have a Sunset Promenade Small Group Walking Tour of Florence to get you acqainted with the city. On you walk you will see Piazza Repubblica, Piazza Duomo, Piazza Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, Oltrarno District.
Quote Includes: Sunset Tour and Accommodations wtih Breakfast
May 30 - Wednesday - Florence
A Day of Leisure
Today is a day of leisure. You'll be given my guide of favorite restaurants, and places to stop for the best artisan gelato. The best way to know about gelato is that the bright colorful gelato piled up high in the windows is mass-produced and made for unknowing tourists. The best gelato is made on site using fresh ingredients and the flavor is superior to the mass-produced. Don't waste your money or calories on the touristy gelato.
There are many musuems and churches to visit including the Accademia with the Statue of David, Duomo, Uffizi, Santa Croce, to name a few. These are easy to see on your own unless you want a guide to give you the history. There are several guidebooks available when you arrive in Florence.
Quote Includes: Accommodations with Breakfast
May 31 - Thursday - Florence
Tour Siena, Winery & San Gimignano
Today you'll have a small group tour to visit San Gimignano and Siena.
This tour is the perfect combination to enjoy the history, art, views, wine and food of beautiful Tuscany. You will visit two of its most characteristic and lovely towns and the surrounding countryside in comfort and relaxation with a luxurious vehicle and English speaking driver, licensed to bring you very close to all attractions. You'll drive through gorgeous Tuscan landscapes until you reach Siena and begin your tour through the towns narrow streets seeing the highlights of Siena including the magnificent Cathedral and Piazza del Campa. At the end of your walking tour you will have some free time in Siena to explore on your own.
After lunch in Siena, it's another beautiful drive to visit a family owned wine estate surrounded by olive groves and vineyards where you will have time to relax and enjoy an authentic Tuscan lunch of assorted cold cuts, prosciutto, salami, cheeses, buschetta, soup or pasta, salad, followed by dessert and coffee. The meal, of course will be accompanied by the winery's excellent wines and olive oil, as well as the area's famous Vin Santo – a sweet dessert wine.
San Gimignano is just a short drive from the winery where you will finish your day with some free time to stroll and shop while admiring the town's unusual skyline of tall Medieval towers and charming squares, to visit the churches or to taste the famous gelato. Its' unique collection of towers and winding lanes make it a charming destination for those seeking the heart of Tuscany. There were once 72 towers rising above the town's rooftops. Today only about 14 towers remain. There are two excellent shops for gelato in the main square.
You will be back in Florence in the late afternoon or early evening.
Quote Includes: Accommodations with Breakfast, Tour, Lunch
June 1- Friday - Florence
A Day of Leisure
Another day of leisure to explore Florence. There is so much to see it will be impossible to see it all. Walking the streets you may notice all of the beautiful doors, or possibly see the small openings next to the church doors. Because there were no wine shops hundreds of years ago, the locals would go to the churches for their wine. The Monks would place bottles of wine inside the small openings for the locals to take. The Oltrano district is my favorite area of Florence after you've seen the main sights. The Santo Spirito Church was designed by Brunelleschi . Although its facade is simple the interior wit its Latin cross and 40 side chapels is beautiful and true to his original design. The wooden crucifix high over the altar was sculpted by Michelangelo, in exchange for being allowed to make anatomical studies on the corposes that came from the convent's hospital.
Quote Includes: Accommodations and Breakfast
Hotel in Ischia
Overlooking the Gulf of Naples and the Aragonese Castle, your hotel is set on the island of Ischia, in a location surrounded by ancient pine forests and intimate beaches. WiFi is free throughout but there may not be great reception. This hotel features a wellness and beauty centre including three swimming pools with fresh or thermal water and a variety of spa and anti-aging treatments. The hotel has 90 rooms and has its own private beach area and an pier. Your hotel is conveniently located near the port and several local attractions. You will have two double comfort rooms (one with a park view and one with a sea view). Over 86% of guest reviews are above average. This may not be the best hotel but it offers a beach, swimming pools, restaurant, and it is close to the port.
June 2 - Saturday - Transfer from Florence to Naples
Tour of Pompeii and Winery Lunch
This morning you will board the train for Naples. Your driver will be there to greet you and take you to the town of Pompeii for a private guided tour. After the tour you will go to a winery for a nice lunch. After lunch you will be dropped off at the ferry and go to the Island of Ischia.
Quote Includes: Club Executive Seating on the train, Driver from Naples Train Station to Pompeii, and then dropped off at the Naples Port,
Hotel Accommodations in Ischia.
Note: Your hotel includes transportation from the port
Ferry tickets are not included in the quote.
The cost of the lunch at the winery is not included
June 3- Sunday - Ischia
A Day of Leisure
This is a day of leisure to visit the beach, swim, or venture from the hotel to one of the nearby sites.
Aragonese Castle - 19 min walk
Castiglione Thermal Park - 39 min walk
Pescatori Beach - 6 min walk
Diocesan Museum - 11 min walk
Piazza degli Eroi - 11 min walk
Museo del Mare - 14 min walk
Guevara Tower - 25 min walk
Quote Includes: Accommodations
June 4 -Monday - Ischia
The Isle of Capri
This morning you'll board the ferry to Capri. Once you arrive in Capri you will have a tour around Capri on a traditional wooden boat with a spacious sun deck to relax. Your skipper will take you to some of Capri's most beautiful coastal grottoes and secluded coves where you can swim in the crystalline water. If you would like to stop at the Blue Grotto there is a separate ticket price of 14 euros per person to enter the grotto and it must be paid separately). There are several places on Capri to enjoy lunch or you can pack a picnic for the boat. Suggestion: Have the hotel give you some ice to take and put in the ice chest on the boat. The Italians don't use ice so you will have to ask for it. You will find on board (included in the price) mineral water, cushions, sun cover, towels, a brief printed guide of the Capri coastline, and safety equipment.
Quote Includes: Accommodations , 3 Hour Boat PrivateTour Around Capri
June 5- Ischia
Day of Leisure
Another day of leisure and free time to enjoy Ischia.
Quote Includes: Accommodations
June 6 - Wednesday - Ischia
The Amalfi Coast and Positano
This morning you will go by ferry to visit the Amalfi Coast. The towns of Positano, Minori, Atrani and Amalfi are as if you are looking at a post card. The best views will be from you own private boat when you tour the shoreline.
Quote Includes: Accommodations, Private Boat Tour for 2 Hours
June 7- Thursday - Ischia
A Day of Leisure
This is your last day on the southern coast of Italy before returning to Rome. Enjoy your day!
Quote Includes: Accommodations
June 8- Transfer from Ischia to Rome
In the afternoon, you'll transfer back to Naples to catch the train to Rome. Your driver will meet you at the port in Naples and transfer you to the train station. He will assist you with the train if you need help locating the correct platform. Your seats will be Club Executive. Once you arrive in Rome, your driver will meet you and transfer you to the hotel located near the airport.
Quote Includes: Accommodations with breakfast, Transfer from the hotel to the port, Transfer from the Naples port to the train station.
Private transfer from Rome Airport to Rome Hotel.
June 9 - Arrivederci Italia!
Today you will depart from Rome and return home to the states. The hotel offers a shuttle to the airport for a nominal fee.
What's Not Included in the Trip Price
Airfare and airport taxes
All transportation not expressed as included is not included
Cab fare(s)
Ferry transportation
Excess baggage, baggage loss and/or forwarding of baggage
Travel insurance
Entry fees to museums/galleries and other places except when included with tours
Beverages and meals other than what is not specifically mentioned such as breakfast.
Medical expenses
All personal expenditures
Extra charges at the hotel such as wine that is not included, bottled water, laundry, or other incidental charges
Additional linen or towel changes other than what is provided
Expenses related to unforeseen travel conditions, weather conditions, flight delays, train delays, airport blockages, terrorism and strikes.
Any travel expense not specified to be included is not included
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Some polls in Connecticut had incumbent Democratic Congressmen Chris Murphy and Jim Himes joining other Democratic members of Congress in the trash heap of the angry, midterm electorate. Not so fast. Murphy and Himes as well as fellow Dems John Larson, Joe Courtney and Rosa DeLauro will all be returning to Washington, DC.
One poll, commissioned by the website CTCapitolReport.com, a site that compiles other news outlets' stories and opinions, had Republican challenger Sam Caligiuri ahead of Murphy in the 5th district. Murphy won by eight points. The same website had Republican challenger Dan Debicella beating Himes in the 4th district. Himes won in a tight race.


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So lets recap the last season finale and then move onto this season's first episode. As you all clearly remember Tyler Lockwood, our resident werewolf had bit Damon and he was going through the same ordeal like Rose had and Stefan had struck a deal with big bad Klaus that he would do anything to get the antidote or in this case Klaus' blood which heals the wolf bite. So true to his word Stefan is stuck with the bad guy with his internal switch flipped over and going full ripper mode while Damon stays in Mystic Falls.
So its season 3 and as expected everything has taken the sharpest u-turn ever. Stefan has re-entered his dark phase and literally gone full ripper mode and I don't really think I need to elaborate on what that means since he toys with them, drains their blood and when all done puts the body parts back together in an act of remorse.
And like Paul Wesley's character every other of then has transformed but this much is clear Stefan is honorable and an upstanding sort of a guy who'd do anything to save his loved ones and everyone he cares for.
Damon for a lack of a better word has gone the detective way. We all know Damon is like a free spirit and definitely does not want to be restrained in a place. He has now been bound to stay in Mystic Falls not only trying to prevent Elena from doing anything that might draw the attention of Klaus to the fact that she lived the season 2 ordeal and likewise trying to find out his brother's whereabouts and well in a somewhat relationship with Andie Star - before Stefan puts a stop to it.
Caroline and Tyler as well on the border of friendship and dating. Both are horny and the added bonus of being a vampire and werewolf. Holy crap...the sexual tension was out of control, and the sex itself was even more out of control. Their chemistry is a treat to watch, and not only when half-naked - their back-and-forth exchanges offered some legitimately fun moments. But at the end of the day Mrs. L guns her down with vervain most likely. Double crap she knows something.
So conveniently enough the series premieres with its own style and swagger and all the spooky cliffhangers as the credits roll and I shall again be meeting you with another TVD post as the season goes on hiatus in December.


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May 19 2009
Lotro Stagger Debuff – Broken
Stagger's little issue is going to be fixed for Book 8, however it's going to come with a little change to the skill as a result.
The runspeed debuff will be applied just like it is currently, on a critical hit or from behind. The attack speed debuff will be applied 10% of the time regardless of position or critical hits.
The two debuffs will be separate though, so bigger run speed debuffs will no longer remove the attack speed debuff.
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This phone is a kiddy phone. Only bought by parents wanting a cheap alternative for their kids, or ppl with little or no money.
ihave this phone for about a week now.
very nice and great little phone. love it
this is my first sony erricson.
the only thing missing is blue-tooth
the camera is quaility is not the best.
so if you want a phone for the camera, dont get this model. go for the w810i or 850.
if you want an everyday phone with great music and radio. go for this. value for money it is very good.
i went for it as i will use the radio and the mp3 more then the camera.
hopes that helps
for got to say, an other good thing is that it lets you play the radio through the loud speaker with the head set connected. and also it allows you to be able to plug any standard headphone into the head set.
if you want a better phone just pay a little more, there is a lot of choices:
don't expect a card slot, large memory or bluetooth in a cheap phone
this people don't understand why this phone is built if you want an mp3 player and more memory go buy the walkman series
Phone Sucks.Same old product.Nothing new,no MP3 Player nor memory card expansion.Very short memory of 2 MB
Could be better if it would have greater memory or memory card in it.
If you want more memory and bluetooth, you should get the K320. Sheesh, this is for people who want a good looking cheap cameraphone.
to osman,
well quit complainin about the 2 mb memory coz nokia's got the 6070 with mp3 support.now tell me how many snapshots,wallpapers,themes,and not the leasttones it can hold?huh
its good that atleast sony thought of something for the first time users who want a cheap camera phone with good looks.
Yes, I'd recommend you to buy the K310. It comes with larger screen and much more memory (15MB).
its a f***ing drap phone.....c'mon whats da use of the VGA camera with just 2 MB of memory
Can u believe it!!!!!! just 2MB!!! gosh
i dunno i think i would rather buy k310 intead of this crap ...wht du u think???
Answer mah question
Nice of Sony Ericsson to add FM radio. Lots of people will find this very useful.
Very nice low-end phone =)
Great phone!
Only thing it lacks is b/t for handsfree. It looks great smooth lines and a glass like finish. Far better looking then a lot of 'low' end handset and better yet it's SE so the build quality will be top notch.
Well done Sony Ericsson nice to see a solid phone from you guys.
its sleek and looks cool..compliments my everyday wardrobe..basic functions and operations..nothing fancy..good for everyday use..
just the different colour of pic is showing its beuty and grace otherwise moelike a most vergins of samsung and old series of ericsons but talk time makes the mobile as a friendly user for userers
this is meant for those who want to enter the mobile-imaging world without having to waste so much money buying a SE K310 or Nokia 6070/80 and doesn't compromise the looks and the overall appearance. the specs are just similar to a J230 with a T610 memory and K700 camera module with a nokia-like UI.