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The Edge is mourning the death of his mother Gwenda.
The U2 rocker's mum passed away on Monday (June 11) after a battle with illness, The Sun reports.
A mother of three, Gwenda had lived with her husband Garvin in Malahide, Ireland since the 1960s. She was in her late 70s.
U2 bandmates Larry Mullins, Adam Clayton and Bono are due to attend a private funeral service taking place later this week.
In 2008, Gwenda said of her musician son: "Both my husband and I are very musical, in that we both sing in the local choir. Music was always part of our lives. I used to sing to the children, so he had a good ear for music at a very young age."
The Edge - real name David Evans - and his U2 bandmates have been recording their first studio album since 2009.


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As the party descended deeper within the temple, they discovered the bodies of several kobolds in the lower entry hall. The room was a large, square one, with four exits. The north door, had a strange symbol etched into it, as well as the name Rutak. Both were scrawled in blood. Several of the kobolds had sharp claw marks, clearly the cause of death, though several others had no clear sign of a cause of death.
The intrepid group, not daunted by the death of these kobolds, further explored the lower tombs, discovering a small band of Myconids with whom they held a parlay with. The conversation struggled somewhat, as the Myconids were haughty, and tried to bully the party into defeating their current conqueror. Negotiations died when the wizard Jonathan threatened the Myconid king, telling him that he would "Burn his face". This was the birth of the Faceburners. After a struggle with the Myconids, the party defeated them, letting two child Myconids escape.
Upon further exploration of the ruins, the party located a brig, which had become home to a pack of foul abberations, summoned from the realms of chaos. The party defeated the creatures, gaining some clues to the temples former, and current inhabitants.
The next major encounter saw the Faceburners facing off against a wight. The wight engaged several of the party members, while a ghoul servant of his abducted and fled down the tunnels with [Lix]. The wight had previously rigged a portcullis to a lever, which by pulling it, would seperate the group. The wight did so and fled down a small tunnel. The party split, chasing the two seperate undead creatures, which led to the lair of the leader of all the monsters within the lower catacombs.
[Rutak], the duergar spellcaster had been utilizing the myconid children to power an ancient and foul ritual. The ritual was designed to open a portal into the chaos realm, allowing him to draw in more servants to his madness. Upon learning of the arrival of the adventurers, Rutak had decided that they would prove to be a better source of fuel to the ritual than the puny myconids, and so he had instructed his undead servants to procure him one. As the rest of the party barged into his lair, Lix had been placed within a magical stasis field, and her life energy was being syphoned to power the portal that had begun opening. Several of the floating abominations were within the room, as well as magically animated demonic suits of armor. Rutak danced around wildly with glee, hurling insults and spells at the party, and laughing manically at the chaos around him.
Pulling together as a team, the party managed to defeat Rutaks minions, and deliver several near mortal blows to the Duergar himself. Sensing his eminent defeat, Rutak threw himself into the portal, which promptly winked out of existence.
Battered and bloodied, the party efficiently searched the ruins, and found the second seal, similar in shape and size to the very one that the Kobold Wyrmpriest had kept. After a short reprieve, the party returned to the first level of the temple, and to the altar hall.


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Whisky Fringe 2013
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It's that time of year again, the time i've looked forward to for a number of years now as i appeared at Whisky Fringe for the 7th time, most of those have been at the current Mansfield Traquir location, although my first attendance was when it was hosted at the St Giles Legal Library.
It's always a good time to say hi to people i know and only get to see at whisky events so it was always good to say hi to David, Scott, Bobby, Roddy and the others from Glasgow's Whisky Club and then the people behind the counters including Ian from Glenlivet, Lili from Compass Box, Iain from Glen Moray and Cara and Jan from Douglas Laing.
As always there's a great display of cracking drams available to try, along with some interesting drinks from Drinkmonger of which i had a wee drop of the Plantation Rum and Danny Devito's Limoncello which was like drinking lemon drizzle cake.
I was accompanied by the usual suspects (David, Steven and Richard) and as we are all massive fans of Tomatin it was no surprise that we voted for the Tomatin 30 as our dram of the day, with the Tomatin 14yr Hungarian Oak (the oak for which does actually come from Hungary as i was informed yesterday - sorry guys) coming a close second.
After the Fringe we went, along with pretty much the whole of Glasgow's Whisky Club up to the SMWS at Queen Street where Helen (who i'd bumped into at the Fringe), Ola and the rest of the SMWS team showed us once again why they are the best whisky location to visit in Edinburgh.
The two drams we had in the Society rooms (which you will need to google to see what they are as i'm not telling you) really showed once again the fabulous quality of the society whisky and why i'd recommend to anyone with an interest in good whisky to become a member.


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Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) is an X-linked inherited metabolic peroxisomal disorder characterized by a lack of oxidation of very long chain fatty acids (VLCFAs) that results in severe inflammatory demyelination of the periventricular deep white matter with posterior-predominant pattern and early involvement of the splenium of the corpus callosum and parietal white matter changes. Most patients will demonstrate characteristic MRI findings.
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The estimated incidence of adrenoleukodystrophy is 1:20,000-50,000. Due to its X-linked inheritance, it classically affects young males, although carrier females can be affected.
Clinical presentation
Presentation will depend on the phenotype (see below). Some individuals can be asymptomatic.
Up to eight phenotypes have been described but the three main types in males are 3,11,12:
- childhood cerebral adrenoleukodystrophy (40%)
- presents at 4-8 years with progressive impairment motor and cognitive function, vision and hearing
adrenomyeloneuropathy (35-40%)
- presents in the late 20s with progressive paraparesis, sphincter dysfunction, sexual dysfunction, and adrenocortical deficiency
Addison disease only (~10%), i.e. primary adrenocortical deficiency
- no symptomatic leukodystrophy
Approximately 20% of female carriers will be affected, although onset is late (>35 years) with milder paraparesis 11.
The conditions result from the accumulation of very long-chain fatty acids (VLCFAs) due to genetic deficiency in the peroxisomal oxidation of fatty acids. This is thought to result from a mutation in the protein-encoding ABCD1 gene located on Xq28 5,11. The affected cerebral white matter is typically split into three different zones (also referred to as Schaumberg zones 3, 2, and 1, respectively):
- central (inner) zone: irreversible gliosis and scarring
- intermediate zone: active inflammation and breakdown of the blood-brain barrier
- peripheral (outer) zone: leading edge of active demyelination
- markedly elevated VLCFA concentrations in plasma and cultured skin fibroblasts 11,13
Radiographic features
Abnormal MRI findings precede clinical findings in all forms of adrenoleukodystrophy 13.
Loes et al. 10 described five different MRI patterns of adrenoleukodystrophy based on the involved anatomic locations and MR patterns of progression:
- deep white matter in the parieto-occipital lobes and splenium of the corpus callosum (66% of cases, chiefly in children); may include lesions of the visual and auditory pathways
- frontal lobe or genu of the corpus callosum (15.5%, mostly in adolescents)
- frontopontine or corticospinal projection fibers (12%, mostly in adults)
- cerebellar white matter (1%, mostly in adolescents)
- combined parieto-occipital and frontal white matter (2.5%, mostly children)
There tends to be cortical and subcortical U-fiber sparing.
Signal intensity
Signal changes can vary according to the zonal distribution within the affected white matter.
- central zone: hypointense
- intermediate zone
- peripheral zone
T1 C+ (Gd)
- enhancement is seen in around 50% of cases according to one study and is thought to be associated with disease progression 6
- with contrast infusion, serpiginous, garland-shaped enhancement may be visible in the anteriormost periphery of the lesions 7
- central zone: markedly hyperintense
- intermediate zone: isointense to hypointense
- peripheral zone: moderately hypointense
MR spectroscopy
Spectroscopy may show evidence of neuronal loss manifested by a decrease in the NAA peak and an elevation in the lactate peak 2,14.
Treatment and prognosis
Bone marrow transplantation is thought to be favourable in the early stages of the disease. Restriction of VLCFAs has also been trialled. Steroid replacement can be used in patients with adrenocortical insufficiency.
Differential diagnosis
Differential consideration of the classic pattern include:
- acetyl CoA oxidase deficiency (pseudo adrenoleukodystrophy): has a different clinical presentation
History and etymology
It is thought to have originally been described by Siemerling and Creutzfeldt in 1923 1.
See also
- 1. Victor M, Ropper AH, Adams RD. Adams and Victor's principles of neurology. McGraw-Hill Professional. (2001) ISBN:0070674973. Read it at Google Books - Find it at Amazon
- 2. Bizzi A, Castelli G, Bugiani M et-al. Classification of childhood white matter disorders using proton MR spectroscopic imaging. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol. 2008;29 (7): 1270-5. doi:10.3174/ajnr.A1106 - Pubmed citation
- 3. Moser HW. Adrenoleukodystrophy: phenotype, genetics, pathogenesis and therapy. Brain. 1997;120 ( Pt 8) (8): 1485-508. doi:10.1093/brain/120.8.1485 - Pubmed citation
- 4. Inoue Y, Fukuda T, Takashima S et-al. Adrenoleukodystrophy: new CT findings. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol. 4 (4): 951-4. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol (abstract) - Pubmed citation
- 5. Cheon JE, Kim IO, Hwang YS et-al. Leukodystrophy in children: a pictorial review of MR imaging features. Radiographics. 22 (3): 461-76. Radiographics (full text) - Pubmed citation
- 6. Melhem ER, Loes DJ, Georgiades CS et-al. X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy: the role of contrast-enhanced MR imaging in predicting disease progression. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol. 2000;21 (5): 839-44. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol (full text) - Pubmed citation
- 7. Haaga JR, Boll D. CT and MRI of the whole body. Mosby. (2009) ISBN:0323053750. Read it at Google Books - Find it at Amazon
- 8. Engelen M, Kemp S, de Visser M et-al. X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy (X-ALD): clinical presentation and guidelines for diagnosis, follow-up and management. Orphanet J Rare Dis. 2012;7 (1): 51. doi:10.1186/1750-1172-7-51 - Free text at pubmed - Pubmed citation
- 9. Patel PJ, Kolawole TM, Malabarey TM et-al. Adrenoleukodystrophy: CT and MRI findings. Pediatr Radiol. 1995;25 (4): 256-8. Pubmed citation
- 10. Loes DJ, Fatemi A, Melhem ER, Gupte N, Bezman L, Moser HW, Raymond GV. Analysis of MRI patterns aids prediction of progression in X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy. Neurology. 61 (3): 369-74. Pubmed
- 11. Steinberg SJ, Moser AB, Raymond GV. X-Linked Adrenoleukodystrophy. 1999 Mar 26 [Updated 2015 Apr 9]. In: Pagon RA, Adam MP, Ardinger HH, et al., editors. GeneReviews® [Internet]. Seattle (WA): University of Washington, Seattle; 1993-2015. Available from: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK1315/
- 12. Laureti S, Casucci G, Santeusanio F, Angeletti G, Aubourg P, Brunetti P. X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy is a frequent cause of idiopathic Addison's disease in young adult male patients. The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism. 81 (2): 470-4. doi:10.1210/jcem.81.2.8636252 - Pubmed
- 13. Elan Louis, Stephan A. Mayer. Merritt's Neurology. ISBN: 9781451193367
- 14. Eichler FS, Itoh R, Barker PB, Mori S, Garrett ES, van Zijl PC, Moser HW, Raymond GV, Melhem ER. Proton MR spectroscopic and diffusion tensor brain MR imaging in X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy: initial experience. Radiology. 225 (1): 245-52. doi:10.1148/radiol.2251011040 - Pubmed
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"When is probate necessary?"
That depends on what the decedent owned at death. If the decedent owned any kind of real estate in Hawaii, there will have to be a probate in Hawaii. Even if the decedent owned only personal property (such as bank accounts and stocks), if decedent was a resident of Hawaii at death there will have to be a probate if the assets are worth $100,000 or more. But if the decedent was a Hawaii resident with only personal property worth less than $100,000, the estate may not need probate.
"If the decedent wasn't a Hawaii resident but owned land in Hawaii, what happens?"
Generally, a probate must be done in every state where someone owned real estate. Thus, there will need to be a probate in Hawaii even though a probate is also being done in the decedent's home state.
"What does probate involve?"
Probate involves filing documents in court and, if necessary, getting orders signed by a judge. A petition is filed and a personal representative (the "PR") is appointed. The PR then does everything needed to distribute the estate. If the decedent had a will, property is given to the people named in the will. If the decedent did not have a will, the property goes to the people specified by law. Usually court hearings are not necessary, but during the probate numerous documents are filed with the court to show how the estate is being handled. Beneficiaries are sent copies of the most important of these documents.
"Is there any way to handle an estate without doing a full probate?"
Depending on the size of the estate, there may be some simpler options, especially for an Ancillary Probate.
"How long does probate take?"
The minimum time in Hawaii is 6 months, but often probate for a Hawaii resident takes 9 to 18 months. Some of the other possible options may take less time.
"How much does probate cost?"
Hawaii law no longer requires a fee equal to a percentage of the value of the probate assets. Most attorneys charge on an hourly basis, so the cost depends on how much time is required by the case. Legal fees for a full probate usually will run several thousand dollars, with the final cost depending on the facts and problems encountered during the case. Out-of-pocket costs (for court filing fees, newspaper publication, etc.) will add an additional $200 to $700, or more, especially if real estate appraisals are required. If a Personal Representative has been appointed in a state other than Hawaii, there is a simplified procedure for getting that Personal Representative the authority to act in Hawaii. That simplified procedure (called Application for Acknowledgment of Authority) generally costs considerably less than a full probate.


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Based on Hollywood's depictions, this will probably include living in Florida, playing shuffleboard and/or mahjong, wearing visors and fanny packs, owning an RV, solving crossword puzzles, and starting unwelcome conversations with complete strangers.
We recently decided that instead of waiting forty more years to let the good times roll, we'd get started right now! Of course, we can't quit our jobs or anything... but we've begun to make a few small adjustments.
The first change we made was to start a walking regimen; classic old person hobby, right? Gym equipment is for young folks, if you ask me. And running? Bad for your joints! We've started by taking 5 to 10 mile walks a few times a week, but soon I'm sure we'll be up to the requisite three walks a day.
The next adjustment will be to our sleep schedule; we're gradually working toward waking up at sunrise or 4am, whichever comes first. The early bird catches the worm, as they say! Of course, this means we'll need to be in bed by eight o'clock each night at the latest... no more Grey's Anatomy for me!
We're also working on changing our eating habits. I haven't had a chance to go grocery shopping yet, but I'm planning to stock up on Ry Crisps, cottage cheese, prunes, Cream of Wheat, plain yogurt, and Fig Newtons. I'm just hoping the store employees don't get too annoyed when I pay with a combination of pennies and expired coupons... and write a personal check for the balance.
Until I can get to the store, we're relying on this lemon pound cake to sustain us. We simply aren't interested in chocolate or ice cream or cupcakes anymore... balderdash! We're now only eating desserts that contain fruit, yogurt, and or granola. Unless it's black licorice or hard candy, of course!
To stay updated on more of the old person ways I'm adopting, be sure to follow me on Pinterest or on Instagram @thenonpareilbaker. Holiday-themed sweaters, here I come!
Lemon Pound Cake with Lemon Glaze
Adapted from Baking Illustrated
For the pound cake:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 & 1/3 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs + 3 large egg yolks, room temperature
1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 tablespoon water
1/2 teaspoon salt
grated zest of 2 lemons
1 & 1/2 cups cake flour
For the glaze:
1 & 1/2 cups powdered sugar
juice of 1/2 lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
1-3 tablespoons milk
1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper.
2. Cream the butter in the bowl of a stand mixer at medium-high speed for about 30 seconds. With the mixer running, add the sugar gradually. Beat for 4-5 minutes, or until pale and fluffy. Scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl as needed.
3. In a 2-cup liquid measuring cup, whisk together the eggs, yolks, vanilla, and water. With the mixer still running, slowly stream in the egg mixture. Add the salt and lemon zest, and continue mixing until blended.
4. Add the flour in three increments by sprinkling about 1/2 cup at a time over the batter and gently folding it in with a rubber spatula. Mix just until all of the flour is incorporated.
5. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan, and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 65-75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake rest for five minutes before removing it from the pan and transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. To make the glaze: Place the powdered sugar in a medium bowl. Add the lemon juice and 1 tablespoon milk, and begin whisking it together. Add additional milk 1 tablespoon at a time until the glaze reaches your desired consistency.
7. Once the loaf is cooled, pour the glaze over the top, using the back of the spoon to spread it evenly. Allow the glaze to set before slicing.
Makes 1 loaf, about 8 servings.


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For some reason I really wanted to go all out and be festive for Memorial Day weekend. It's a 3 day weekend for me and my hubby happened to be off so I just really felt like I should make something extra special to nom on.
I found a couple recipes I wanted to try out and figured this was the perfect opportunity to put them to the test. One was this recipe I found via Pinterest:
Source: froggyandthemouse.com via Heather on Pinterest
And the other was a Lemon-Blueberry Cheesecake recipe posted on the Brown-Eyed Baker.
We also attempted to grill out which we do almost never because we don't own a grill and have to use the communal ones at out apartment complex. They're kind of icky. My husband's family has an awesome marinade for beef shish kabobs that is mouth wateringly delicious. I'll share it later on this week.
I only made one change to the to this pineapple punch. Instead of adding ice cubes made of water I froze some of the punch in an ice cube tray. That way the punch isn't water down and diluted. I found a really cute star shaped mold at Target but by the time I goat around to taking pictures they stars we not recognizable.
It was so hot out and this drink was so refreshing. I ended up adding some more Sprite to it as the night went on because it was very rich. We had leftovers that were even better the next day. I expected all the fizz to be gone but, nope, still fizzy!
Next time I make this I'm going to use some ginger ale and grate up a bit of fresh ginger into it. I think it needs a bit of snappy spiciness to off set the sweetness. The tartness is just right. I'll definitely be making this recipe again. Actually, I only wanted an excuse to use my super cute pitcher I got for a wedding present. I hate owning things that just collect dust so making lemonade in it is great way to justify the purchase=)
Lemon-Pineapple Fizz
adapted from froggyandthemouse.com
1 cups Country Time lemonade mix (or similar lemonade powder)
2 cups of cold water
1 can (46 oz) of chilled pineapple juice
36 oz (about 3 cans) cold Sprite
1 lemon cut into slices for garnish (optional)
ice made with finished punch (optional)
Combine all ingredients in a large pitcher. add lemon garnish if using and prepare glasses using punch ice cubes. Consume immediately as soda will lose it's fizz after 1 day.


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Day 1: We arrive at Lakeside, set in 32 acres of landscaped grounds with a pretty courtyard and Lake complete with Ducks, late afternoon. Check in, settle-in and look forward to your first evening of a good dinner and great entertainment later
Take your reserved seats in the Chichester restaurant, enjoy a delicious dinner and attentive waiter service and then after dinner the lights dim and the Cabaret commences. Sit back and enjoy the evening's entertainment without having to move! If you prefer a quiet drink and a chat, more serene enjoyment can be found at the Piano Bar.
Day 2: A trip to historic city of Winchester. It's amazing Cathedral one of the oldest in the country (begun in 1079) - a must-see while you're here. Also see the old City Centre, with its narrow pedestrian streets and overhanging medieval buildings. Of special interest are the Pentice, a group of old shops arcaded at the front, and the Butter Cross, dating back to the 15th century and built with a tax levied on people caught eating butter during Lent.
Day 3: We'll have a nice full day out today when we go to the historic and lovely city of Brighton. From the stunning heritage of the Royal Pavilion, Regency architecture and Victorian aquariums to the traditional seaside fun of the famous Brighton Pier and pebble beach, and of course, 'The Lanes' - this historic quarter is a fabulous maze of twisting alleyways, twittens and catcreeps crammed with quaint and wondrous shops and funky restaurants and cafes, the Brighton Lanes are best wandered lazily and explored as you find them!
Day 4: A big part of this holiday is Lakeside itself so today is left free so you can spend some time here. Relax with a walk in the grounds or Join in the activities or enjoy a coffee and just people-watch!
Day 5: Enjoy a last, hearty 'Warner's' breakfast to see us on our journey home today
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Live performance of Holborne's 'In Peascod Time' Ian Gammie, arr.
The Cardinal Consort of Viols was formed in 2007 to re-create music's past and enliven its present. The group's repertoire ranges from the last strains of Flemish polyphony to the golden age of English renaissance music, and from the flowering of 17th-century baroque to innovative renderings of later music when viol consorts were a nostalgic memory in the minds of writers and composers.
This season Cardinal Consort will perform on the Guelph Connection's series as well as Conrad Grebel Chapel's lunchtime series. In previous seasons, the consort presented its own annual Thanksgiving Eve concerts, as well as performances hosted by several concert series, including Music Mondays, the Toronto Early Music Centre's Musically Speaking, and the Associates of the Toronto Symphony. Cardinal Consort has also performed with several choirs, among them the Toronto Chamber Choir, Tallis Choir, and the choir of Royal St. George's College. The consort has twice been the guest-artist ensemble of the Toronto Continuo Collective and has also given many popular and engaging performances and demonstrations at the Toronto Early Music Fair.


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PuMPKiNS for SaLE!!
{from the famous top-secret McQuigley pumpkin patch, home of the 2010 new pumpkin state record holder of 1,1,69 lbs.}
Come take your pick of Jack-b-littles, colorful gourds, unique pumpkins & gourds during
Hollyhocks & Honeybees "BoO"-tique
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Go RVing, Sports Illustrated Team for NFL Tour
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Go RVing has teamed with Sports Illustrated to provide the magazine's lead NFL writer Peter King with a Jayco Precept Class A motorhome for his Monday Morning Quarterback (MMQB) Training Camp Tour this summer.
King, along with other Sports Illustrated writers and staffers, embarked from New York on July 29 for a three-week RV odyssey that will visit 19 cities. Along the way, King and other writers will write and blog about their RV adventures in addition to their normal football reporting on the widely-read MMQB site as well as other Sports Illustrated properties.
King is one of America's premier pro football writers and his MMQB column on SI.com, which began in 1997, has become a must-read for fans, league insiders and anyone who loves the NFL. The column regularly draws more than 12 million page views, and based on its popularity, Sports Illustrated and King expanded the column to a stand-along microsite on SI.com. He has over one million Twitter followers and he will be tweeting constantly during the tour as well.
Go RVing's affiliation with the MMQB Training Camp Tour complements the media buy the RV industry's national advertising campaign negotiated with Sports Illustrated centering on college football.
The SI on Campus Tailgate Tour presented by Go RVing will visit six NCAA football games throughout the country to give fans an interactive, hands-on introduction to RVing. The promotion will feature a Winnebago Adventurer Class A motorhome and Keystone RV Co. travel trailer, which fans will be able to tour. There will also be tailgate cooking competitions, fan games and giveaways, and autograph and photo opportunities with Sports Illustrated and college football talent. Videos will be shot at each stop and aired on SI.com website properties.
Jayco, Winnebago and Keystone RV were selected through lottery to provide the vehicles for these two tours.


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Albert Road was named after Albert [1819-1861], Prince Consort of Queen Victoria.
Albert Street [between Homebush Rd to Coventry Rd] first appears in the 1886 Sands Directory. The section of Albert Road located between Homebush Road and The Boulevarde was known as Clarendon Street.
Albert Road is one of the most historically significant streets in Strathfield, containing many examples of late 19th century and early 20th century architecture such as 'Mount Royal', 'Glenfarne', 'Tuxedo' and 'Corfu'. In the late nineteenth century, Albert Road was considered one of Sydney's most prestigious streets. An aerial map of Albert Road c.1922 features many of these large homes. Link: Aerial photo of Albert Road 1922
Past residents of Albert Road include:
- John Hinchcliff, woolbroker and Mayor of Strathfield [1890 & 1892], built and lived at 'Mount Royal' from 1887 to his death in 1895. Sir George Reid, Prime Minister of Australia [1903-04] and Premier of NSW [1894-99], lived at 'Mount Royal' [1903-04]. Mount Royal was purchased by the Christian Brothers in 1906 and is now part of the Australian Catholic University.
- William Arnott, founder of Arnott's Biscuits, built and lived at 'Arnottholme' 67 Albert Road, which now houses TAFE.
- George Todman, tobacco merchant and philanthropist, built and lived at 'Milroy' [c.1886], which is now the site of Strathfield Girls High.
- William Von der Heyde, tobacco merchant in partnership with George Todman and Mayor of Strathfield [1886-8] lived at 'Elwood House', which is now the site of Strathfield Girls High.
- William Newman, shoe manufacturer and partner of retailer David Jones & Co built 'Chepstowe'. Like 'Milroy' and 'Elwood House', 'Chepstowe' was demolished and is now the site of Strathfield Girls High.
- Washington H. Soul [1845-1927], founder of pharmaceutical firm Washington. H. Soul [merging with Pattinson & Co in 1903 to form Soul Pattinson Chemists], lived at 'Agincourt' until his death in 1927. Soul also built the Masonic Temple Lodge Washington H. Soul in Beresford Rd on a sub-division of his 'Agincourt' estate in 1922. 'Agincourt' though substantially altered is now the Jesmond Nursing Home.
- Joseph Falk, merchant, built 'Tuxedo' 87-89 Albert Rd c.1891. Sir Samuel Hordern lived at 'Tuxedo' from 1900 to 1914. Hordern was a member of the Anthony Hordern Retail family but also known for his work for the Royal Agricultural Society – the Hordern Pavillion is named for him.
- Sydney R Corkhill, high ranking NSW Treasury Official, built 'Osdora' 91-93 Albert Rd, c.1891 and lived there until his death in 1935. Corkhill was the head of the examining branch of NSW Treasury when he built 'Osdora' and later became the Receiver of Treasury [Revenue Branch and Head of the Examining Branch, which was responsible for taxes in NSW. His son Oswald Elfe Corkhill, an accountant, also resided at 'Osdora' was the 'general secretary of Associated Dominions Assurance Society Ltd' and continued to live at 'Osdora' for many years after the death of his father.
- Frank Gaxieu lived at 'Corfu' Albert Road. Gaxieu was a leading bookmaker and his son John, the official starter of the Australian Jockey Club.
- James Thompson [1842 – 1911], Alderman on first Strathfield Council, lived at 'Glenfarne' 164 Albert Rd [c.1884-1893]. H J Daniels, Town Clerk of City of Sydney Council was occupant from 1897-1896. William Mitchell, Managing Director of Burns Philp & Co lived at 'Glenfarne' from 1914 until his death in 1968.
- The Hon. George Cann MLA [1871-1948], a NSW State Minister for Education in the Lang Government and Member for Canterbury [1914-1920] lived at 'Merriwa' 98 Albert Rd [sands 1925] until his death in 1948 . 'Merriwa' has been demolished and Allenby Crescent created in 1959 where 'Merriwa' was once located.
- Frederick Boden, Alderman of Strathfield Council lived at 'Sunny Brae', 96 Albert Rd from c.1917 to his death in 1933. Boden St and Boden Reserve are named in his honour.
- John Curnow, Mayor of Strathfield [1925], lived at 'Chyrasslon', 147 Albert Rd.
- Joseph Barling [1839-1921], Undersecretary of NSW Works and Chairman of the NSW Public Service Board [1897-98, 1901, 1903 & 1906], lived at 'Salve' . 'Salve' was purchased by Henry Gorman, of Hardie and Gorman [estate agents and valuers] and renamed 'Merley'. 'Merley' was demolished and Sydney Adventist College built in its' place.
- Angelo Arditto, owner of Family Hotel [now Whelan's Hotel, Everton Rd Strathfield], at 'The Retreat'. Arditto's Lane Strathfield is named for him.
- Charles Lawrence, solicitor, lived at 'Biralee' Albert Road (now demolished). He was a prominent lawyer and former Mayor of Manly and Ashfield. His son, Ernest Laurence, also a solicitor was Mayor of Strathfield.
- George Sydney Jones, architect, was a resident of Albert Rd in late 1890's.
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I am fed up with watching players' unions throw a monkey wrench into the efforts of the professional sports teams to deal with the epidemic of drug abuse.
About 12 1/2 years ago, my supervisor had me put on 60 days' probation because my alcoholism had finally reached a point where it was visibly affecting my job. Thank God there was no coddling union acting on my "behalf" to interfere with my company's efforts to turn me back into a productive employee. It was only the prospect of becoming unemployed and unemployable that induced me to join an alcohol support group and give up drinking. This intervention on the part of my supervisor saved not only my job, but my life as well.
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The main entrance to Park Güell is on the south side, on Carrer d'Olot, from which visitors can enjoy the spectacular view of the stairway with the hypostyle room. The wall of the park is made of rustic stone topped with ceramic tiling and medallions bearing the name of Park Güell. The iron gates, designed in the shape of palm leaves, do not form part of the original plan, but came from Casa Vicens. To either side are the two pavilions that form the porter's lodge. The one to the left was the one actually used as a porter's lodge, with a waiting room and telephone booth, while the one to the right was the porter's residence, whence the name Casa del Guarda, though it is today part of the Barcelona History Museum. Both have very beautiful roofs, built with the traditional Catalan clay tiles covered with "trencadís", a mosaic made of tile shards.
From the entrance esplanade a twin flight of steps soars up, flanked by two walls with merlons that form terraces under which there are two grottos. The one to the right was used for keeping the horses and is supported by a magnificent conical central column. The stairway is divided into three sections, along which the water from a fountain runs, once supplied from the tank under the hypostyle room. On the first landing are some capricious shapes like goblins, while halfway up the steps is the emblem of Catalonia and further up the dragon, or salamander, covered with decorative tile-shard mosaic which has become the most popular image of the park. On the last flight of steps, sheltered under the hypostyle room, is a Greek-theatre shaped bench.
The great entrance stairway leads to the Hypostyle Room, which was designed to be the market for the estate. It is made up of 86 striated columns inspired in the Doric order. The outermost ones slope in an undulating movement clearly contrary to the rules of classical composition, while reinforcing a perception of their structural role. The colonnade is crowned by an architrave on which the undulating bench is placed. A conduit running inside it collects the rainwater that filters down from the square, sending it on to an underground tank, which has as the stairway dragon's mouth as its overflow. Inside the room the absence of columns in some sections creates spaces that simulate three naves, like a great church. The ceiling is formed of small domes constructed using the traditional technique of clay bricks decorated with original tile-shard mosaics made by Josep M. Jujol, one of Gaudí's assistants.
Right at the centre of the Monumental Core of Park Güell is the large esplanade which the original plans called the Greek Theatre and which has more recently been rechristened as Plaça de la Natura (Nature Square). Its original name was due to the fact that it was planned for staging large open-air shows that could be watched from the surrounding terraces. Although Gaudí always respected the lie of the land, this large square is artificial. Part of it is dug into the rock, while the other part is held up on top of the hypostyle room. On the stairway side it is bounded by the undulating bench covered with tile-shard mosaic planned by Josep M. Jujol, acting as a balustrade, and on the mountain side by a retaining wall finished with large capitals made to look like palm trees.
On the eastern side of the Greek Theatre square there is an original iron door which leads to where there used to be the gardens of Casa Larrard, the former mansion that Güell adopted as his own house, but which has since 1931 been a school. The route, which runs at a level higher than that of the house, passes through a pine grove with the portico backing onto a retaining wall made from unworked stone. The portico adopts the shape of a great wave atop slanting columns, with a double colonnade that acts as a buttress. It is one of the finest examples of the organic architecture upheld by Gaudí. The same meaning, at once structural and aesthetic, can be appreciated in the spiral ramp which takes visitors down to the house, at the end of the path.
What we now know as the Austria Gardens was one of the zones to be used as plots in the estate. When the Park Güell was turned into a public park, however, the zone was used as a municipal plant nursery. This part of the precinct has a completely different look to the rest of the park, and it got its name through a donation of trees from Austria in 1977. The garden has good views, and from its centre the two houses that were built in Eusebi Güell's time can be seen: the one belonging to lawyer Martí Trias i Domènech, planned by architect Juli Batllevell, and the estate show home, by Francesc Berenguer, which was finally acquired by the Gaudí family for their home, and which is now the Gaudí House Museum.
Outside the monumental zone of the central part of the park, running east towards the Carretera del Carmel exit, is the Pont de Baix, bridge, the first of the viaducts of the network of paths that help overcome the topography and connect the various parts of the park. Gaudí planned three viaducts with a width of five metres, snaking their way up the mountain, to lead carriages from the main entrance on Carrer d'Olot up to the high part of the estate, the Turó de Tres Creus (Three Crosses Hill). They are known as the Pont de Baix, the Pont del Mig and the Pont de Dalt (lower, middle and high bridges), names that already appeared on the first postcards of the park. They are suspended on a structure of sloping columns and vaults made from unhewn stones taken from the site itself. On their upper parts, the balustrades are crowned by plots with vegetation.
The other large arterial roadway in the estate is the transversal road, ten metres wide, which connects the Carretera del Carmel with the Sant Josep de la Muntanya exit, running around the great square from above. Gaudí also planned three metre-wide paths for people on foot and shortcuts with steps and slopes allowing direct access to the various plots.
Texts by Joan Roca i Albert (director of MUHBA), Mireia Freixa (professor at the University of Barcelona) and Mar Leniz (architect)


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I've said it before and I'll say it again. Diners with limited financial means need not rule out the better restaurants, even in times of financial turmoil. Sure, at some restaurants, a dinner tab can easily run to $300 or more, so some people might shy away from such places. However, as I've discussed previously, there are many ways to sample a chef's cuisine. One method is to go to dinner, but stick with appetizers, soup or salad, and maybe see if you can split an entree. Another way is to go for lunch or weekend brunch. But wait, you ask, won't I end up with an "inferior" meal. Not on your steakknife. If the chef is any good and particularly if he has any reputation, he would not allow the simplest bowl of potage to leave his kitchen without measuring up to his exacting standards. It is both a matter of personal pride and professional reputation. In such a spirit of adventure, and wishing to try the cuisine of renowned Food Network guru Tom Colicchio at the Dallas outpost of Craft Restaurant, my lovely wife the Rock Star and myself ventured down the well-worn path of the Tollway one recent Sunday for brunch.
From the first glance, it was readily apparent that no expense was spared designing the interior of Craft, as is true with most of the Victory Park development where it resides. Very tall ceilings with seemingly thousands of exposed-filament bulbs hanging from them. Exposed concrete pillars. An enormous glassed-in wine cellar. (Our genial waiter later confirmed that there are no wine angels on staff at Craft; servers must instead climb stepladders to reach the desired bottle.) We were seated quickly, the better to peruse both decor and menu.
So, how does Chef Tom's cuisine stack up? Very well, thank you. Unlike FN cohort Bobby Flay, who is fond of putting his own spin on things, our brunch at Craft suggested that both Tom Colicchio and recently-departed Chef de Cuisine Anthony Zappola prefer the more traditional approach. In other words, let the ingredients speak for themselves. My lovely bride decided to begin her repast with a glass of her beloved prosecco, in this case, the Bisol Jeio Brut from Valdobbiadene, Italy. Very clean-tasting, with a crisp finish. I decided to bypass the bubbly and instead ordered a bottle of our brunch wine. The Can Blau, a Spanish blend of carignan (mazuelo), syrah, and garnacha, proved to be an excellent pairing for our beefy entrees. Solidifying her reputation as one of the world's great burger fanatics, the Rock Star ordered the Craft Burger. Featuring white cheddar and applewood bacon, the Craft Burger is nonetheless quite conventional and cooked precisely medium-rare. (So hard to get a burger in any preparation but well done these days; such are the advantages of a fine-dining establishment.) The fries were quite perfect as well, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, they were no doubt properly blanched before frying. She was enormously pleased. For myself, I decided to see what chef could do with the diner classic New York Strip Steak and Eggs. So exquisitely simple was the presentation that my lovely bride and myself couldn't resist posing it for pictures before I devoured same. The beef was topped with just the slightest touch or bordelaise and was again perfectly prepared medium rare. The eggs were over easy and made the perfect foils for all that beefy goodness. Coupled with my own order of those marvelous fries, I must confess that this was the most delightful brunch since our Valentines repast at Al Biernats.
Service was leisurely paced but not at all inattentive, it was after all a lazy Sunday afternoon. Our waiter even joined in our lively discussion concerning the merits of modern architecture, and the names Le Corbusier, Frank Geary, and Frank Lloyd Wright were bandied about freely, as we were no doubt inspired by Crafts impressive interior. (My wife and I are devoted Frank Lloyd Wright fans; in fact the highlight of our Arizona vacation was the trip to his old studio Taliesin West in Scottsdale, and we long to someday visit Fallingwater.) Website is www.craftrestaurant.com, where it is a simple matter to link to the Dallas page.
Once again, my thesis is proved that a great chef will provide world-class cuisine, whether for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Discover the postmodern experience of Craft for yourself, and remember:
Monday, June 1, 2009
3 comments:
- Margie said...
I didn't even know they had brunch! Czar, if you like FLW you should visit the only high rise office building he designed. It's in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, I believe. It's part museum now, part hotel and there's a restaurant. We stayed in a loft suite. It was amazing.
- June 5, 2009 at 9:40 AM
- Food Czar said...
Margie, thanks for reminding me. We have meant to visit that hotel for quite some time now, and I've priced the rooms; they are not too expensive. Some day we'll stay there!!
- June 8, 2009 at 2:22 PM
- michelle said...
i somehow missed this review... i am so excited you went to craft and liked it. i'm a big fan of his and have been wanting to go for a while now!
- July 26, 2009 at 9:58 PM
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Highlights of Namibia
Highlights of this trip:
Windhoek, Sossusvlei, Sesriem Canyon, Swakopmund, Etosha National Park, the private game reserve at Otjiwa Safari Lodge.
The package includes the following:
- Return flights from the UK to Windhoek incl. transfer
- Transport as described in the itinerary, with English-speaking driver/guide
- 9 nights' accommodation in good hotels and lodges
- 9 x breakfast (day 2-10)
- 7 x dinner (day 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10)
- Emergency hotline staffed 24/7 throughout the trip
- ATOL certificate
- Departure guarantee – Tour requires minimum 2 participants
Comprehensive package of excursions included:
- Sossusvlei
- Sesriem Canyon
- Safari in Etosha National Park
- Admission to the sights and attractions listed
Please contact us for child rates.
Combine your safari with nature, city or seaside:
Would you like to experience the contrasts of Namibia without having to drive yourself? And do you have limited time to do so? Then this is the tour you should choose.
The tour takes place in a small international group with a local guide who knows the area and is with you all the way. Along the way, you will stay at good hotels and lodges. We've included breakfast on all days and dinner on seven of the evenings – as well as the main excursions of course.
You will experience the highlights of Namibia from the red sands and several hundred-metre-high dunes of the Namib Desert, which stretches 2,000 km along the Atlantic coast to the dried salt lake Deadvlei, which stands in marked contrast to the far-reaching blue sky. At the private game reserve at Otjiwa Safari Lodge and in Etosha National Park, you will discover the country's iconic and unique wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, oryx antelopes, sable antelopes and white rhinos.
Namibia is the country of contrasts and offers world-class sights. The scenery is simply enchanting and hugely impressive with its deep gorges and lunar landscapes.
Departure day, where you will fly to Namibia with connecting flights along the way.
On arrival at Windhoek's international airport, you will pass through immigration, collect your luggage and then continue through customs. Your English-speaking driver will meet you in the arrival hall and then drive you to your hotel in the northern part of Windhoek. En route, you may be lucky enough to see some wild animals wandering around.
Windhoek is not only the capital of Namibia, it is also the largest city in the country, with a population of 300,000. It is located at an elevation of 1,650 masl in a delightful valley, bordered by the Eros Mountains to the north and the Auas Mountains to the south. To the west, the Khomas highlands slope down towards the Namib Desert and the Atlantic Ocean.
Windhoek is a modern city that still clearly shows the influence of the German colonial age. The heart of Windhoek is centred around Independence Avenue, and is ideal for exploring on foot. The busy main avenue starts at Ausspannplatz in the south, and runs all the way to the Katutura area in the north.
On the first evening, you are invited to dinner at the hotel, where you will meet your guide and your fellow travellers on the tour.
Overnight stay Safari Court Hotel
Leaving Windhoek, you will head south to the Namib Desert, which stretches 2,000 km along the Atlantic coast of Africa. It is considered the oldest desert in the world, estimated to be more than 50 million years old. This is the perfect place to admire enchanting countryside and animals that have adapted to life in the desert – as well as the famous red sand dunes at Sossusvlei, which are the tallest in the world, reaching heights of hundreds of metres
You will be staying at Sossusvlei Lodge at the entrance to Namib Naukluft Park. This is the biggest national park in Namibia and covers an area of 50,000 km2 – making it larger than Switzerland or the Netherlands, for example.
Overnight stay Elegant Desert Lodge
The day starts early, with a drive to Sossusvlei to experience how the desert dramatically changes colour as the sun gradually rises.
If you like, you can climb to the top of one of the tallest sand dunes in the world and admire the truly extraordinary view out over Sossusvlei and the dried-up lake Deadvlei, where withered, almost sculptural trees stretch their bare branches towards the deep blue sky.
You can then enjoy a delicious breakfast under an acacia tree before heading off to Sesriem Canyon, which is 30 metres deep and 3 km long, carved by the relentless flow of the Tsauchab River over millions of years.
The rest of the afternoon is yours to do with as you wish; for example, you can take part in some of the activities at the lodge or simply relax by the pool.
Overnight stay Elegant Desert Lodge
You can start the day with a once-in-lifetime experience: a fantastic balloon flight over Sossusvlei.
Today, you will be heading to the coast to visit the city of Swakopmund. Your route leads you alongside Namib Naukluft Park, and then on through the impressive desert landscape at Kuiseb. You will pass the famous 'lunar landscape', and as you travel you will have the chance to see the remarkable Welwitschia mirabilis – the national plant of Namibia.
With a population of 42,000, Swakopmund is the largest coastal city in Namibia and a popular holiday destination. The German colonial history of the city is clear to see in the delightful architecture, making the contrast with the Namib Desert even more striking. You can try sandboarding among the dunes outside the city, or go kayaking on the waters of the bay.
Details of the trip, for which there is an extra charge:
Overnight stay Beach Hotel Swakopmund
The day is yours to do with as you wish. All kinds of excursions are available for an additional fee. For example, you can visit the museum, the Crystal Gallery or the Aquarium. Or perhaps you would prefer to enjoy a scenic flight over the desert and the dunes … You can also go on a dolphin safari in Walvis Bay and watch the dolphins frolicking in the water. As an added bonus, you may even see some cape fur seals, which sometimes hop up onto the stern of the catamaran.
Additional details about the extra excursions:
- Dolphin safari
- Kayaking off Pelican Point
- 'The Sossusfly' (min. 3 people)
- The Himba people in Opuwo (min. 4 people)
- 'Klipspringer' desert trip
- 'Living Desert Adventure' desert trip (min. 2 people)
- Mondesa trip (min. 2 people) morning or afternoon
- Sandboarding
Overnight stay Beach Hotel Swakopmund
It is now time to head north to Etosha via Outjo. Etosha is one of the most special national parks in Africa, and its distinguishing feature is the giant – 5,000 km² – salt flat known as Etosha Pan. It is so large that it can be seen from space. This gigantic area is actually the remains of a dried-out lake, and the white, seemingly endless salt flat is a fantastic, almost surreal sight.
Despite the extreme conditions, the area is still home to a rich wildlife population, and the park is considered to be one of the very finest places in Africa for observing a variety of animals – particularly around the watering holes, which also attract plenty of migratory birds that come there to breed.
Overnight stay Etosha Safari Lodge
The visit to Etosha National Park is one of the absolute highlights of the trip, and today you will be taken on a game drive to experience lions, giraffes, gnus, kudu, zebras and elephants searching for food and water, or relaxing in the shade of a tree.
In Etosha, you also have a pretty good chance of spotting a number of rare and remarkably beautiful birds and animals such as elands (one of the largest antelopes), Damara Dik-Dik (one of the smallest antelopes), oryx with their long, straight black horns, black-headed impalas, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, Bataleur eagles and the lilac-breasted roller, with its magnificent and colourful plumage.
Available at additional cost: Safari in open jeep. Daily price approx. 700-800 NAD (can only be booked at the lodge).
Overnight stay Etosha Safari Lodge
Today you will be travelling to the private game reserve at Otjiwa Safari Lodge via the town of Outjo, which is famous for its bakery. If the bakery is open, we will naturally stop there to give you the chance to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with freshly baked bread and cakes – the apple strudel is absolutely heavenly!
Your destination is Otjiwa Safari Lodge, which is one of the oldest farms in Namibia. The lodge is surrounded by the unspoiled Namibian countryside and encompasses 12,000 hectares of bush that are home to 25 species of game and a rich population of birds. For example, it is the habitat of the majestic African fish eagle, the white rhinoceros and one of the biggest herds of sable antelope in the country.
After checking in, the rest of the day is your own to relax and enjoy the tranquillity and magnificent surroundings of the lodge.
Overnight stay Otjiwa Safari Lodge
The day is yours to do with as you wish. You can participate in one of the numerous activities and excursions organised by the lodge, such as nature rambles, a game drive, bird-watching, rhino-tracking or even a visit to a place where vultures feed … In the afternoon, you can enjoy a refreshing 'sundowner' by the pool.
Overnight stay Otjiwa Safari Lodge
You will be picked up at the lodge and driven to Windhoek's international airport to start the return trip, which will include connecting flights along the way.
Per person in double room: + £395
Per child u/12 years: + £320
Single room supplement: + £60
Enjoy three nights at the private nature reserve at Onjala Lodge, which is a 40-minute drive from Windhoek, the Namibian capital.
The nature reserve comprises 1,700 hectares of bush, where you can experience the amazing wildlife that features giraffes, black wildebeest, warthogs, zebras, oryx – famous for their long, straight, black horns – and, if you are really lucky, a leopard or two.
Onjala is an absolute gem in the heart of the unspoiled Namibian bush. Make the most of the opportunity to relax and 'recharge your batteries', lazing by the pool, enjoying treatments in the spa department or simply sitting on the veranda, enjoying the surroundings and reading a book to the accompaniment of the sounds of the local birds and animals. There are also a number of excursions you can join for an additional fee.
The stay includes full board.
A selection of supplementary trips is listed below:
Overnight stay Onjala Lodge
Per person in double room: + £750
Per child u/12 years: + £350
Single room supplement: + £245
Victoria Falls is considered one of the world's most spectacular waterfalls. The waterfall is not only one of the most dramatic and impressive natural wonders around, it is also set within a fabulous location surrounded by the tropical landscape of Africa.
The days at Victoria Falls are at your own leisure.
The stay includes breakfast.
Below you can see a selection of optional tours possible:
- Helicopter ride over Victoria Falls
- Elephant Café
- Train ride with colonial style and dinner
- River safari on the Zambezi River
- The ultimate cruise on the Zambezi River
- White Water Rafting
- Livingstone Island
- Canoe safari on the Zambezi
Overnight stay David Livingstone Safari Lodge and Spa
Per person in double room: + £1200
Single room supplement: + £125
The tropical island of Mauritius is one of the most exclusive and fascinating islands in the Indian Ocean. With its delightful climate and friendly population, this little slice of paradise is the perfect setting for an exotic holiday. The island is typically associated with relaxation and romance, but it is also ideal for everyone who loves gastronomic treats, water sports and beautiful countryside. Mauritius is ringed with beautiful beaches lined with swaying palm trees, crystal clear water and brightly coloured coral reefs. The landscape features lush forests, fields of sugar cane, tall mountains, roaring waterfalls and dramatic stretches of coast dotted with small lagoons. The capital, Port Louis, is home to a variety of fine shops and fascinating museums.
The days on Mauritius are yours to do with as you wish.
The stay includes half board.
Overnight stay Hotel Le Meridien
Following upgrades are possible:
Per person in double room: + £545
Per child u/12 years: + £670
Single room supplement: + £297
Cape Town has an impressive location at the foot of Table Mountain and a beautiful waterfront out to the Atlantic. Trendy cafes and restaurants, combined with a relaxed atmosphere, markets and exciting attractions make Cape Town a fascinating city where shopping, relaxation and excursions which can all be found and combined.
The days in Cape Town are at your own leisure.
The stay includes breakfast.
Below you can see a selection of optional tours possible:
- Cape Point
- Robben Island
- Shark cage diving
- Whale Safari
- Table Mountain, Groot Constantia & Kirstenbosch Gardens
- Cape Winelands
Overnight stay aha Harbour Bridge Hotel & Suites
Upgrades in Cape Town:
Per person in double room: + £1200
Per child u/12 years: + £690
Single room supplement: + £125
The tropical island of Mauritius is one of the most fascinating islands in the Indian Ocean and an absolute gem if you are travelling with children. The climate is pleasant all year round, and the local people are remarkably friendly and accommodating. The island is surrounded by crystal clear water and beautiful, child-friendly beaches that are protected by a brightly coloured coral reef – making this the perfect place to go snorkelling. Mauritius is blessed with magnificent countryside featuring lush forests, small lagoons and waterfalls that crash down the mountainsides.
The island is ideal for all the family, and there are all kinds of things to see and do both on land and on the water. For example, just 8 km from Flic-en-Flac beach, you will find Casela Nature Park, where you can see giant tortoises, zebras, lions, giraffes, apes and 1,500 birds. You can also try riding a Segway, walk along rope bridges and much more besides.
The days on Mauritius are yours to do with as you wish.
The stay includes half board.
Overnight stay Hotel Le Meridien
Following upgrades are possible:


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The View from Puncheon Creek: OUR BEST REENACTMENT WAS A SIGHT TO SEE
By Col Randall Risner CKCS
The Magoffin County Civil War Committee was very pleased by the reenactor turnout for our eighth reenactment. For the first time we had more than enough tents to divide our camp into Union and Confederate encampments. It made for a much more realistic representation of a real Civil War encampment. We also had one of the best Suttlerys we have ever had thanks to the Cohee family from Arkansas. They were able to bring two large stores and a blacksmith shop on two giant rigs all the way from Arkansas.
The weather did not cooperate but it could not dampen the spirit of our living historians who braved the rain and cold wind without any sign of complaint. The battles that commanders Ron Hornsby in charge of the Union forces and Jackie Branham of the Confederate forces put on a beautiful tactical display that could have come right out of the history books. Our reenactment also featured five artillery pieces which made for a stunning visual display, especially when they were fired belching great flames and smoke with the roar of thunder. We had a tactical engineering unit that added to the visual display by deploying spiked barricades throughout the battlefield. Hands down this is the best group of reenactors we have ever had led by two of the best commanders in the hobby.
There was so much more to see and do at this event celebrating Magoffin County Civil War Days. We had numerous exhibitors with a variety of items and food products for sale. The New Life Worship Center provided concessions for the public and the reenactors. The food they served was very good and the hot fudge cake just might be the best I ever ate. There were other vendors selling baked goods and candies and other food items. We appreciate them all. We had an all-star lineup of musicians including Will Caudill and Route 7, Black Powder Express featuring Toddie Preston, Anointed Hearts featuring James Cole and family, Carol Jarrell and East Kentucky Rain, The Joseph Family and the beloved Larry Sparks.
Things that went great was the reenactor turnout, the suttlers and vendors, and the many people who came from far away to be part of this event. Aside from the Cohee family of Arkansas we had the Alto family from Michigan and my good friends Bob and Betty Whittaker of South Carolina, and probably a hundred or so more out of state visitors. One of the most well received portions of our event was our Chautauqua of Confederate President Jefferson Davis portrayed by professional actor Kevin Hardisty. As you probably know Jefferson Davis was born in Kentucky as was Abraham Lincoln. We also had a Belle Pageant which was enjoyed by many.
Things that were not so great was the weather, the date coinciding with competing events in surrounding counties and the dismal turnout for the music portion of our event. There is nothing we can do about the weather but we will be changing dates for our next reenactment event which might help. We plan to concentrate strictly on the reenactment part of our event next time. We simply cannot justify the expense for the musicians with a small number of people that attended the performances. If we can find a sponsor for Larry Sparks we will have him back otherwise there will be no musical performances.
The Battle of Puncheon/Half-Mountain reenactment was conceived to bring to the forefront the importance of our county in the history of our state and our country. It has done so. Thanks to this event we are attracting tourism and receiving positive recognition both near and far. As the header says, this was our best reenactment showcasing professionalism and realism in the depiction of the battle. Yes not everything went according to plan but so be it. We no longer have to take a backseat to anyone in disseminating our history and heritage and hopefully we our instilling pride in the citizens of our county.
There are too many people to thank to do it individually but a few I must mention are Judge Executive Dr. Hardin and the fiscal court, Mayor Pete Shepherd and the city council, the best principal in the state in my opinion, Mr. Mark Rice who has went beyond all expectations to help us make this event a success. If we are so lucky as to be deemed by Judge Executive Charles Hardin and the fiscal court as worthy of continuing this event we will certainly do so. I fully expect an even better reenactment next time.


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Here we are again with more chocolate products for you to use, this time it is products for your hair and although some of it doesnt use cocoa butter, it gives you the chocolate look
Please take a look at my previous blog posts about benefits of chocolate
Garnier ultimate blends sleek restorer shampoo and conditioner.
These products have a strong signature blend of cocoa butter and coconut oil. India originally used coconut oil in their hair and the inhabitants of the Ivory Coast, used the cocoa butter as it is known for it's moisturising effects. These products are designed to help you control frizzy dry hair and gave it a perfect shine.
Superdrug cocoa brownie dry shampoo for brunettes.
you use dry shampoo in between shampoo's. its perfect for weekends away, music festivals or when you have just had a baby (we all know you never have any time to wash your hair). This doesn't smell of chocolate but the colour is brown and it is perfect for brunettes.
Garnier ultimate blends - the sleek perfector oil.
This oil is again for dry and frizzy hair and offers 12 hour sleekness and smoothness. it also has many uses and you can use it either before a wash as a pre-nourishment, before styling it helps to protect up to 230c. After styling it takes frizz and fly away for a sleek look. Between washes as a perfecting finishing touch with a shine boast and it smells divine.
Garnier chocolate truffle casting creme gloss.
This is a semi permanent hair colour and it gives you shimmering colour that is rich and has a glossy shine and is blends away grey. It contains Royal jelly that helps to keep the colour revitalized. Recommended for light brown to dark brown hair.


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Kate Bosworth Diamond Bracelet
Although Kate is beaming in her own right, her 1940 Estate "Fernis" bracelet with diamonds adds even more radiance to her chic ensemble. Bosworth's overall look conjures visions of old school glamour that was hands down one of the best looks of the night.
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
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In celebration of my 59th birthday, along with expressing my gratitude to you readers of this blog, I will exerpt from Opal:
When it comes to making medical decisions, I desperately want my children to become adults who appreciate the value of science-based information. So I've consistently pooh-poohed superstitions—theirs and others'—and have offered a strong model: "Pure magical thinking, Sweetie. I don't believe in such nonsense."
They've also seen how, as a physician-survivor, I've worked hard to distinguish good science from junk and to encourage other patients to do the same. My zeal stems from my concerns about anything that gets in the way of obtaining good care.
This stand against superstition is rocked by an epiphany while I'm casually reading about opals, the birthstone for October. I learn that for centuries, from Romans to Asians, the opalescent silica has been treasured as a healing stone and powerful symbol of hope. "Wow," the hairs on my forearms suddenly stand erect.
With my birthday—October 18—an identifying statistic that helps to define "me," an excitement pulsates through my veins. You see, Hebrew letters represent numbers, and the Hebrew spelling for 18 is hey (eight) and yud (ten). This two-letter combination also spells "chai," the Hebrew word for "life."
"I was born on 'the hope of life.'" The newfound symbolism adds oomph to the realistic hope of my science-based treatments, like a sprinkling of salt on a simmering stew. A pleasurable new calm takes me totally by surprise.
So am I superstitious now? Hardly. I still walk blithely under ladders and have no qualms if a black cat crosses my path. I remain a hard-core scientist, completely convinced that my "chai" birthday in no way affects the efficacy of my cancer treatments or confers an iota of advantage in the healing potential of my body. I just like that I was born on October 18, a day some people consider the "hope of life." Fascinating.
[To read the entire essay, click here]