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Cas and Mr. Wiggle Waggle
"Dean!" yelled Cas as he appeared in the motel room.
"Yeah Cas, what is it?" asked Dean as he walked out of the bathroom, dripping wet with a towel hanging off his hips.
"My vessel is broken." said Cas before letting out a collosal sneeze.
"What do you mean it's broken? Are you wounded?" asked Dean as he walked quickly over to the angel and looked him up and down. Cas sneezed again, almost flying backwards with the force of it.
"My vessel is malfunctioning, can't you see it?" rasped Cas as he wiped his nose.
"You mean the sneezing?" asked Dean, looking at Cas incredulously.
"Sneezing?" repeated Cas, tilting his head.
"Yeah man, and your eyes are watering too, are you allergic to something?" asked Dean right before Cas let out another collosal sneeze, his whole body shaking at the intensity.
"allergic?" repeated Cas, still clueless.
"Oh man, how do I explain this, you're sneezing Cas, it's like your nose shoots out stuff that's not supposed to be in your body." said Dean trying to explain what a sneeze was, right before Cas sneezed again, his arms flying out in front of him as the sneeze shook his whole body. Suddenly something small and fluffy fell out of his trenchcoat. It ran quickly over to Dean who jumped as the small ball of black and white fur brushed his foot, thinking it was a rat, he let out a screech as he jumped up on the kitchen counter. Sam burst into the room with his gun drawn.
"Dean, are you here, I heard a chick screaming!" yelled Sam as he looked around the room.
"that was Dean." said Cas as he stood up and brushed himself down before walking over to the ball of fur which was trying to climb up the counter to get at Dean's leg and picked it up.
"Dude, a kitten got the drop on you? Where'd it come from anyway?" asked Sam before bursting out laughing. Sam wiped a tear of mirth from his eye as he continued laughing before tucking his gun back in his pants.
Dean tried to get off the counter with as much dignity as he could muster, but his feet were still wet from the shower and he fell flat on his butt as his feet squeaked against the tiles.
"It was a manly yell alright, damn thing startled me, I mean seriously it fell out of his coat, who knows what kinds of bizarro things he keeps in there." grumbled Dean as he grabbed the counter and pulled himself up.
Suddenly Cas sneezed violently, backing up into Sam.
"Dude, you're allergic to cats, heh heh, cats and Cas." said Dean with a chuckle.
"But the girl with the box said he wasn't just a cat, he was a small ball of awesomeness wrapped up in the package of cuteness that was Mr. Wiggle Waggle." said Cas with an earnest face as he repeated the little girl's sales pitch.
"Mr. Wiggle Waggle?" asked Sam as he burst out laughing again.
"Yes" replied Cas as the kitten climbed up his arm and onto his shoulder. It lept onto his head and turned around a few times before laying down on his head and purring as it closed it's eyes. Suddenly Cas sneezed again, three times in rapid succession. Sam stared at him in amazement, wondering how the hell the kitten had managed to stay on his bobbing head.
"Well you're allergic to Mr. Wiggle Waggle, God, I feel wacky just saying that." said Dean as he turned to go back to the bathroom so he could put on some clothes.
"You're going to have to get rid of him Cas." said Sam, feeling sorry for the angel as his face fell. Cas reached up and patted the kitten that was basking on his head.
"Or we could get you one of those allergy drugs, an anti-histamine or something." said Sam.
Cas' face filled with hope as he looked up at the tall hunter.
"So I can get to keep Mr. Wiggle Waggle?" asked Cas, his face remniscent of a small child asking if he could keep the shiny, new toy.
"If the meds work." replied Sam. Cas broke into a broad smile as he grabbed Sam's arm and whisked them off to a pharmacy.
hooray for cute little kitties that you just want to pick up and cuddle cuz they're so cuddle-able


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Ghana’s economy will be doomed if anti-gay bill is assented into law – US Professor
A United States-based Democracy Scholar at Hoover Institute and Stanford University, Professor Larry Diamond has cautioned of dire economic consequences should Ghana assent the controversial anti-LGBTQ+ bill into law.
According to him, any attempts to pass the bill into law would be economically catastrophic for Ghana and the investment climate.
Speaking in an interview on Accra-based Citi TV’s Point of View program, the US-based Professor explained that foreign investors, would for instance, place significant restrictions on Ghana on the basis that the country is infringing on the rights of a minority group.
He also argued that assenting the bill into law would ward off potential investors who are seeking to make investments into the country.
“I would remind people of what some friends of Ghana have been saying. This act will be a disaster for Ghana economically [if assented into law]. Because Western companies are not going to come and invest in a country that is pummeling minority rights,” the US-based Professor said.
“The extreme religious rights have failed to achieve this religious agenda in the United States. And so now they are coming to Africa to try and push the agenda. People who complain about neo-colonialism? Shouldn’t they be asking questions about this?” Professor Diamond questioned.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Finance has outlined the potential economic implications of passing the anti-gay bill into law. In a recent memo issued, the Ministry said Ghana risks losing about US$3.8 billion in funding over the next five to six years.
The Ministry also urged the President to defer signing the anti-LGBTQ+ bill into law citing a wave of economic implications that could derail economic gains made towards restoring macroeconomic stability.

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If your pet is having an episode of diarrhea, chances are you are feeling worried and irritated. After all, no one wants their beloved furry buddy to feel uncomfortable. However, there is no need to worry. Diarrhea is not necessarily a cause for a serious problem; it is common in cats and dogs, and there are numerous reasons why it might occur in the first place.
What are the causes of diarrhea in pets?
Diarrhea in pets can be very uncomfortable and is caused by several factors. Digestive complications such as irritable bowel syndrome, food allergies, or infections can cause pets to experience diarrhea. Parasites like heartworm, roundworm, and hookworms are all primary causes of this gastrointestinal condition.
In addition to these more traditional issues that may lead to acute diarrhea, physical blockages due to foreign objects or lumps, toxins, and certain drugs can also irritate your pet’s digestive system enough to induce episodes of the ailment. You can check out websites like https://www.tlcanimalclinic.com/site/home to learn about the causes of diarrhea and how to protect your pet against this condition.
What are the symptoms of diarrhea in pets?
If your pet has frequent loose or watery feces, this is the main symptom you should look out for. Additionally, look for other associated symptoms such as vomiting, lethargy, lack of desire for food, abdominal pain and cramps, weight loss, and dehydration.
Whenever your pet experiences any combination of those signs and diarrhea, it is important to take them to an animal clinic to provide further assessments and guidance on how to treat your pet’s ailment properly.
How is diarrhea treated in pets?
Your veterinarian will take into account the pet’s medical history, including any pet vaccinations they may have, and assess the extent of their symptoms prior to recommending treatment. Depending on the reason, vets may suggest dietary changes or supplements that boost digestive health.
Veterinarians may prescribe antibiotics or anti-inflammatories to help clear up diarrhea quickly if required. Surgical treatment is often needed to treat more severe complications that can not be treated just through medication. Meanwhile, if your pet does not currently have a vaccine, the best way to protect them from contracting diarrhea or other diseases in the future is to get your pet vaccinated.
When should you take your pet to the vet for diarrhea treatment?
Any prolonged or severe diarrhea symptoms must be taken seriously when treating your pet to the vet. If your pet’s symptoms last longer than 24 hours or seem particularly distressed, take them to a vet immediately. Furthermore, watch out for signs of dehydration, including fatigue, dry tongue/gums, and lethargy which can adversely affect their health and require urgent medical care and diagnosis.
How can you prevent your pet from getting diarrhea in the first place?
In addition to giving your pet a balanced diet plan and plenty of water, keeping up with your pet annual check up can help protect them from getting diarrhea. Doing so will make it possible for you to detect any possible problems early on and create a proactive strategy – rather than a reactive one – to meet your pet’s demands. Also, make sure not to overfeed treats to avoid digestive upset, which can lead to diarrhea.
Like us, our pets can get diarrhea for several reasons – some serious and some not so much. Moreover, it is essential to know the warning signs so you can take action quickly if something is not quite right.
With proper diet management and regular check-ups with your vet, there is no reason why your furry friend will not stay in good shape. If you are ever worried about your pet’s health, do not think twice about calling your local animal clinic today.

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And now for something completely different.
In these post release days where we are finally receiving some much appreciated feedback from the players, I would like to talk to you regarding something that we’ve received questions about and noticed on some of YouTube videos and screenshots of the game.
The Aspect Ratio
War of the Human Tanks uses a 4:3 aspect ratio, which means it is not widescreen (16:9 or 16:10 aspect ratio). In order to play it or any other games you have that use a 4:3 aspect ratio without getting horribly stretched in Full Screen Mode, you need to enable a simple setting in your graphic card’s options. Why this setting is turned off by default ever remains a mystery.
But first let’s look at what I’m talking about. First screenshot is how our game is supposed to look and second is how it turns out without enabling the correct setting.
Enabling a simple option will save you from suffering this horrible stretching. I have an NVIDIA card, so I’ll describe how to do this for NVIDIA cards. If you have something else, the process should be mostly similar.
First, right click on an empty space on your desktop and choose NVIDIA Control Panel to open the settings window. You can alternatively open this window by typing NVIDIA on the Search Bar after pressing the Windows key. With current drivers it will look like this:
On this window, navigate to the shown tab. Display > Adjust desktop size and position > Scaling.
If you see that “Full-screen” is checked like this: then you are going to see all games that are not wide-screen stretched, apart from a few that compensate against that problem.
What you need to do to fix this is to pick the choice above it, “Aspect ratio”. Also do not forget to set Perform scaling on: GPU. Other settings on this screen don’t matter.
When you follow these instructions, there will be no change to your widescreen applications. Non-widescreen applications, however, will now display in their correct proportions.
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A very brief account; esp, a quick biography
[1852+; so brief, that is, as to be written on a thumbnail]
From the thumbnail sketch to the many variations of a conceptual scheme, one eliminating the other, many decisions are arrived at.
Well, give me in a thumbnail sketch, something about Mr. Jitkoff's background.
Cummings' life is scarcely even a sketch; at most it is a thumbnail sketch.

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1. Carbon Peel Treatment in Dubai – What is it?
The first thing you need to know about carbon peel treatments is that they are not just for people with problem skin. In fact, these treatments can be beneficial for anyone who wants to improve the appearance of their skin.https://bellavisomedicalcenter.ae/carbon-peel/
So, what is a carbon peel treatment?
A carbon peel treatment is a procedure that uses carbon dioxide (CO2) to remove the top layer of skin. The CO2 is applied to the skin in the form of a laser. The laser breaks down the carbon dioxide into tiny particles that are then absorbed into the skin.
As the carbon dioxide is absorbed into the skin, it helps to remove dead skin cells and other impurities. This can help to improve the overall appearance of the skin. It can also help to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and other signs of aging.
Carbon peel treatments are often used to improve the appearance of acne scars. The CO2 helps to break down the scar tissue and improve the appearance of the skin.
Carbon peel treatments can be done on the face, neck, chest, or back. The treatment typically takes about 30 minutes to an hour to complete.
After the treatment, the skin will feel tight and dry. It is important to keep the skin hydrated by using a gentle cleanser and a moisturizer. The skin may also be sensitive to the sun, so it is important to use sunscreen when going outside.
Carbon peel treatments are safe for most people. However, there are a few people who should not have the treatment. These include people who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a history of keloids.
If you are considering a carbon peel treatment, be sure to consult with a qualified dermatologist or cosmetic surgeon to see if it is right for you.
2. How can Carbon Peel Treatment help improve your skin?
Carbon Peel Treatment is a non-invasive, aesthetic procedure that can improve your skin’s appearance. It uses laser energy to convert carbon dioxide (CO2) into plasma, which is then absorbed by the upper layers of your skin.
The resulting exfoliation and resurfacing can help improve your skin’s texture, tone, and overall appearance. It can also help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as improve the look of acne scars.
The treatment is often combined with other aesthetic procedures, such as laser skin resurfacing, to further improve results.
If you are considering carbon peel treatment, it’s important to consult with an experienced aesthetic professional to ensure that it is the right treatment for you.
3. What are the benefits of Carbon Peel Treatment?
Carbon Peel Treatment is a new and innovative way to improve your skin’s appearance. This treatment uses a laser to vaporize a layer of carbon, which helps to exfoliate the skin and improve its overall appearance.
The main benefits of Carbon Peel Treatment are:
1. It can help to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
2. It can help to improve the appearance of acne scars.
3. It can help to improve the appearance of sun damage.
4. It can help to improve the overall tone and texture of the skin.
5. It can help to stimulate the production of new collagen and elastin, which can help to improve the overall elasticity of the skin.
6. It can help to improve the circulation of blood and lymph, which can help to detoxify the skin.
7. It can help to reduce the size of pores.
8. It can help to reduce the appearance of pigmentation.
9. It can help to reduce the appearance of age spots.
10. It can help to boost the overall radiance of the skin.
4. How is the Carbon Peel Treatment procedure performed?
A carbon peel is a type of facial that uses carbon dioxide (CO2) to remove dead skin cells and improve the appearance of your skin.
The treatment is also sometimes called a “carbon dioxide laser peel” or “carbon laser peel.”
During a carbon peel, your aesthetician will apply a gel to your face. They will then use a handheld device to direct pulses of CO2 onto your skin.
The CO2 passes through the gel and destroys the dead skin cells on the surface of your skin. The gel helps to protect your healthy skin from the laser.
You may feel a slight tingling or stinging sensation during the treatment.
A carbon peel can be used to treat a variety of skin concerns, including:
Fine lines and wrinkles
Uneven skin texture
A carbon peel is a relatively safe and gentle treatment. There is minimal risk of side effects, and the treatment is suitable for all skin types.
You may notice some redness and swelling immediately after the treatment, but this should resolve within a few hours. You may also experience some peeling or flaking of your skin in the days following the treatment.
A carbon peel is a quick and easy treatment with minimal down time. Most people only need one treatment to see results. However, you may need a series of treatments to achieve your desired results.
If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to improve the appearance of your skin, a carbon peel may be a good option for you.

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Join us for the next episode of FGS Radio - My Society, an Internet radio show on Blog talk Radio presented by the Federation of Genealogical Societies.
This week’s episode hosted by Randy Whited is entitled FHISO: Family History Standards for Your Genealogy Society. Our guest this week will be Roger Moffat, co-organizer of FHISO. Join us as we discuss standardization in the genealogical community. We will also be featuring FGS member society the Illinois State Genealogical Society in our weekly Society Spotlight feature.
Tune in to FGS Radio – My Society each week to learn more about genealogy societies and join in a discussion of the issues impacting the genealogical community.

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text: I am a newbie. I had a full fit done, but I still seem to be having problems sliding forward on my seat. That result is causing numbness and tenderness. My seat is pretty close to neutral. The neck was changed out for a shorter neck as the original was pulling me too far forward. I was wondering if I had them raise the neck up, if that might solve the problem. I have about 200 miles on the bike post being fitted.

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Holly Jolly Quilt Pattern
Make a quilt of holly berry bundles with this pattern by Then Came June and Pen + Paper Patterns, part of the Modern Holiday Quilt Collection. The 57.5" square size is perfect for a throw-sized quilt.
Simple conventional piecing of blocks make this a great beginner pattern. Includes a handy coloring page to come up with your own color combinations.
See what others are making and share your Holly Jolly Quilt projects using hashtags #hollyjollyquilt and #thencamejunepatterns and #penandpaperpatterns on Instagram.
This print pattern is a full-color folded cover sized 5.5" x 8.5" with full-color folded loose interior pages.

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Da Nang Pacific Hotel
92 Phan Chu Trinh Street Da Nang, Vietnam
The 2-star Da Nang Pacific Hotel offers comfort and convenience whether you're on business or holiday in Da Nang. The hotel offers a wide range of amenities and perks to ensure you have a great time. Facilities like free Wi-Fi in all rooms, Wi-Fi in public areas, valet parking, car park, room service are readily available for you to enjoy. All rooms are designed and decorated to make guests feel right at home, and some rooms come with television LCD/plasma screen, internet access – wireless, internet access – wireless (complimentary), non smoking rooms, air conditioning. To enhance guests' stay, the hotel offers recreational facilities such as sauna, massage. A welcoming atmosphere and excellent service are what you can expect during your stay at Da Nang Pacific Hotel.
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Da Nang Pacific Hotel is located 92 Phan Chu Trinh Street Da Nang Da Nang Vietnam

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Idea: Simulation Based Security Requirement Verification for Transaction Level Models
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Verification of security requirements in embedded systems is a crucial task - especially in very dynamic design processes like a hardware/software codesign flow. In such a case the system’s modules and components are continuously modified and refined until all constraints are met and the system design is in a stable state. A transaction level model can be used for such a design space exploration in this phase. It is essential that security requirements are considered from the very first beginning. In this work we demonstrate a novel approach how to use meta-information in transaction level models to verify the consistent application of security requirements in embedded systems.
KeywordsSmart Card Embed System Security Requirement Common Criterion Design Space Exploration
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- 1.Balarin, F., Passerone, R., Pinto, A., Sangiovanni-Vincentelli, A.L.: A formal approach to system level design: metamodels and unified design environments. In: Third ACM and IEEE International Conference on Formal Methods and Models for Co-Design. IEEE, Los Alamitos (2005)Google Scholar
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At the "Core vs. Context" session at the NITLE Summit, Rick Holmgren of Allegany College likened the dilemma of higher ed library and IT services to that of newspapers, making reference to Clay Shirky's piece on the latter.
Hopefully, I'll find some time to blog more on that session. But for now, I thought I'd toss out an idea that came to me this morning. Ever since that session, I've been thinking about a trigger might cause the current "organizational form" of the academic library to collapse.
Could new models for e-books be that trigger?
A liberal arts college library like ours does around 100,000 circulation transactions a year. We spend around $500K to buy print books. The staff time devoted to book selection, acquisitions, cataloging, ILS administration, circulation, stacks maintenance, etc. would easily equal $300K a year. I imagine that the space used to house the book stacks for a 400,000 volume collection in a library like ours is worth $200K a year or more not including study spaces in the library, computer labs, special collections, etc. (it would cost that much to rent similar space with all utilities included, etc.).
What if all the books that a college like ours needed were available electronically for the Kindle price of $10 each? $10 X 100,000 circ transactions=$1,000,000, about what libraries like ours are spending right now to keep up a print collection. So our library should just give a million dollars to Amazon a year and be done with it, right?
That begs the question, why even have the library or the college as the middle-man? Instead of raising their tuition for another year in a row, why not pass the $1,000,000 savings on to students, and let them buy the books they need themselves?
Of course, this is an extreme scenario, impossible at the moment. Currently, the Kindle only has a small fraction of the books we purchase and house. Most of our books cost more than $10 each, though this might be different if the economics of book sales changed. Institutionally purchasing content does have potential advantages in cost savings and perhaps the incentive it gives students to read and research widely without thinking about incremental costs.
The point I guess is that the network can remove the advantages that print institutions had in bundling together information. The bundle of information that a library provides in its stacks (and web site) might lose its value in the same way that the bundle of information that is a print (or even online) newspaper has.
Information is atomized in the network environment and middle man organizations are increasingly irrelevant. Libraries, bookstores, publishers are essentially middle men between the author and the reader just as newspapers are (were) middle men between journalist and reader.

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A retro review from July 6, 2012.
The original story is from 1678. The edition I reviewed was from 1942 and has illustrations by William Blake done between 1824-1827.
Review: The Pilgrim’s Progress From This World To That which is to come Delivered Under the Similitude of a Dream, John Bunyan, 1942.
The main reason to read this book is just because it was so phenomenally popular in England and America and not for a particularly novel theology.
It’s short and surprisingly entertaining, especially for some of the allegorical names. The book definitely does not contain a modern, feel-good Christianity. At one time, when protagonist Christian and fellow pilgrim Hopeful are talking to Ignorance about whether his thoughts are godly, Ignorance insists they are. His heart is good because his thoughts are good. Christian lays into him and tells him that his thoughts are only godly if they match God’s thoughts and God thinks all of man’s ways are sinful. Bunyan bolsters his points with italicized quotes from the scriptures. There is a nice section where Christian outlays the psychology of the backslider. At many points, Bunyan the preacher makes his observations and arguments in a point by point format.
I find the narrative structure interesting. Unlike William Langland’s Piers the Ploughman, this is not a single dream vision but pieced together from several sequential dreams of the narrator. I believe some have made the argument that this book served as a template for later quest fantasy narratives or fictional spiritual journeys. Certainly, its plot is sometimes surprising. Ignorance is whisked away to the City of Destruction in the novel’s last paragraph. The conversion of Hopeful, why he left Vanity Fair and his spiritual journey on the way to meeting fellow pilgrim Christian, is related towards the end of the novel rather than the expected beginning. The story starts off with Christian, fearing the imminent destruction of the world and his damnation, setting off for the City of God with a burden on his back. Bunyan starts and ends his book with a verse apology and song snatches at the end of sections summarize the moral or wisdom we are to take away.
As I said, this story’s main value is getting a sense of one strain of popular Protestantism (not politically popular – Bunyan spent years in jail for preaching after Charles II took power). William Blake’s illustrations didn’t add much value for me. Unless you are a huge fan of his work, you’ll find his rather androgynous looking Christian, oddly muscled and always in blandly colored engravings, not terribly pretty or interesting.


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Decades of Wheels case study
a car museum roars to life
Decades of Wheels is a car museum located in Baxter Springs, Kansas, a friendly little Kansan town. Baxter sits right on Route 66, making it a perfect stop for passers-through on the historic route. Still in construction as of this page’s authoring (February 2019), the final project- taking up nearly a whole city block- will include two restaurants, a bed and breakfast, and of course, CARS!
Adding car photography to my reportoire
The museum, once fully finished, will feature a monthly-rotating display pulled from a collection of 400+ vehicles. We’re talking a bit of everything: historic cars, muscle cars, souped up cars, movie cars: everything from a gold-leaf hand painted classic hot rod truck, to the original 1960s Monkees-mobile, to a Daddy Dave modified modern beast, to the motorcycle Steve McQueen rode in one of his famous films.
I’m including this as a case study because it’s fun and diverse, including not only the cars themselves, of course, but also stage photography, event journalism, social media content, and billboard campaigns.
Decades of Wheels has hosted a variety of events, including parades, car shows, a visit from “street outlaws” star daddy Dave, and a grand opening (part 1) weekend which featured national performers, multiple stages, a motorcycle show and more.
The museum launched a series of billboards scattered throughout the Missouri, Kansas and Oklahoma 4 states area, which featured my photography work with models and classic vehicles on this large scale marketing campaign.
Cars & models
Paying an homage to the pin-up car photos of years past, we worked on a series of images that added models to compliment the already-beautiful vehicles.
Behind the scenes
Here’s some shots to show the work that went into the above shots; couldn’t have done it without our producer Dave, makeup artist Dena DeMint, detailing work by Robert Stanley to keep those cars beyond shiny (I curse at Robert a lot, shinier means more reflections), and background retouching work by widichamp.
Some of my work has entailed work that celebrates the finer details of the vehicles: a headlight here, a custom painted emblem there. Here’s a few from a moody set I did in year 1 of my work with Decades of Wheels.
the journalistic side
As with many of my clients, one of the roles I shift to is that of photojournalist. Here’s a few favorite candid images from various DOW events.
concert photography- Steppenwolf, Grand Funk and more
Decades hosted a 3 day event for their first opening weekend (celebrating the opening of their restaurant, phase one of the museum, and the progress and community support they’d gathered this past year). The biggest part of the weekend were the concerts: a huge stage featuring legendary acts such as Steppenwolf, Grand Funk Railroad, Band of Heathens, and Granger Smith. My favorite moment was being back stage with Steppenwolf to capture what I’d assume to be the last band photo of their career, posing with their records. Wow.


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US dollar rises to NT$30.437 in Taipei
March 20, 2014, 12:05 am TWN
TAIPEI--The U.S. dollar rose against the Taiwan dollar Wednesday, gaining NT$0.051 to close at the day's high of NT$30.437 amid worries over the fate of a trade-in-services agreement with China, dealers said.
Concerns about the trade pact Taiwan and China signed in June 2013 have been running deeper after hundreds of protesters skeptical of the agreement stormed the Legislative Yuan and took over the chamber, forcing the Legislature to shut down, the dealers said.
A weakening Chinese yuan also gave an indication to traders here to cut their Taiwan dollar holdings in exchange for the U.S. dollar, while selling by foreign institutional investors in the local market added downward pressure on the local currency, they added.
The greenback opened at NT$30.385 and moved to a low of NT$30.275 before rebounding. Turnover totaled US$1.09 billion during the trading session.
The U.S. dollar opened lower on mild profit-taking, but soon regained its footing, as traders feared that the standoff at the Legislative Yuan will further delay the implementation of the service trade agreement with China, the dealers said.
The trade pact remains pending at the Legislative Yuan amid strong resistance from opposition parties who say the agreement will have an impact on the local job market.
Buying in the U.S. dollar came largely from foreign banks operating in Taiwan that have turned cautious about cross-strait business exchanges due to the dispute over the trade pact, the dealers said.
The weakness of the yuan, which fell to an almost one-year low against the U.S. dollar at one point, encouraged traders here to dump their Taiwan dollars, they said.
Foreign institutional investors served as net sellers of NT$1.06 billion (US$34.83 million)-worth of local shares on the Taiwan Stock Exchange, which further pushed down demand for the local currency, they added.
Market sentiment remained cautious before the U.S. Federal Reserve was set to conclude a two-day policymaking meeting later in the day in which the central bank was expected to announce a further cut in its monthly bond-buying program, the dealers said.

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One issue that hides under the table of the plug-in concept is that your hydrocarbon fuel may end up sitting in the tank for months if you don't extend the electric range of your vehicle very often. This portends badly for gasoline which can gum up as solids settle out. Summer and winter formulations of gasoline are different (with winter gas containing hydrocarbons that can evaporate in summer temperatures).
Water accumulation can cause greater problems. Gasoline can only contain about 0.02 % water by volume before the water will separate. This memo from the Environmental Protection Agency details some of the issues (thanks to Robert Rapier who tracked this down for me). If a car is left outside where it can go through many hot/cool cycles condensation can increase the amount of water in the tank. When it gets cold in the winter time the water can freeze or simply stall the engine as it drops to the bottom of the tank. Water expands when it freezes so you don't want freezing to occur in your fuel lines or pump.
Ethanol mixed with gasoline complicates the situation. Ethanol likes to absorb water. Anyone who knows anything about liquor probably is aware that ethanol and water are miscible, i.e. they will mix in any proportion. For a vehicle running on pure ethanol this wouldn't be a serious problem. The presence of water in the fuel reduces fuel economy because it is dead weight that needs to be vapourized and brought up to high temperature in the cylinder. However, that's all it does.
When you mix gasoline, ethanol, and water you get a ternary solution as long as the water content is low enough. As the proportion of water increases it will reach a critical point at which time the ethanol and water will separate from the gasoline and form a new solution. A water/ethanol solution is heavier than gasoline or water, so it will drop to the bottom of the tank.
As you can see from the graph the tolerance drops with lower temperatures. If water manages build up in the tank over the summer and fall then in the winter as the temperature drops so does the tolerance. Where previously you were just sipping gasohol with 0.5 % water content you might end up with half a litre of ethanol and water in the bottom of your tank after an overnight cold snap. Then when the driver stomps on the pedal to get the power of the engine along with the electric drive the engine will turn over but then splutter and not fire.
It's generally quite difficult to separate water and ethanol. Ethanol has a higher vapour pressure than water (which means it likes to evaporate faster) and it's more polar. It's not practical to use any sort of desiccant to remove water from gasohol. The best solution is generally to keep the tank full and use a better seal for the gas cap. Stations will also have to take steps to insure that their storage facilities don't allow water to infiltrate before they sell it to their customer. Overall it's a fairly minor problem that can be overcome with good design.
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|Code||GWTC-12C||Activity||Great Wall Trek|
|Duration||2 days||Challenging level|
|Price(USDeach)||$ 550.00||$ 290.00||$ 275.00||$ 255.00||$ 255.00||$ 225.00||$ 210.00|
Jiankou Great Wall is located in Badaohe village in the northwest of Huairou County in Beijing, about 30 kilometers away from Huairou County Town. It is also situated at Bohai Town(North part at Badaohe, while south part at Bohai). It connects to Mutianyu Great Wall in the east, and joins the Dazhenyu Great Wall in the west. Because the moutain here is higher and steeper, this section becomes more winding and varied. ‘Jiankou’, is translated as ‘Arrow Nock’ in English, because the shape of the mountain is like an arrow, with the collapsed ridge opening as its arrownock.
Leaving at 8 o ‘clock, we first visit the Water Cube and Bird Nest from outside. After that we can buy a sandwich for lunch. We have 2 hours driving to Xishanzi village, Huairou District. Making our way through the bushes and taking a right turn, we can get on the Great Wall where there are few tourists. (Only in Sept. and Oct) It is known for its dangerous terrain, but we have the chance to meet a few Chinese mountain hikers. At the beginning, there is a part where you will need to stay close to the wall. There is a slope of 38 steep steps with 75-80 degree angles.Further on, there is a part called “Little Pudala Palace” which is built on a very narrow mountain ridge. We go down the mountain by the Heavenly Ladder. The whole journey is four to five hours’ hiking. Afterwards we go to the place where we stay tonight. It looks like a guesthouse but the food is delicious.
This part of wall hiking is not for the kids or in experienced walkers or heart disease, hypertension, acrophobia or feeling bad, etc… Since this part of the wall is not open to the public yet, infrastructure is unfinished;it is suitable for walkers between 20 to 60 years old, who are fit and experienced
Mutianyu Greatwall was built on the ruins of the Beiqi Great Wall under the supervision of the General Xu Da in the early age of Ming Dynasty. In the second year of Ming Yongle years ( 1404A.D.), Mutianyu guan Pass was built. In the third year of Longqing years (A.D. 1569), When Tan Lun and Qi Jiguang were defending the Beijing area, they renovated the Great Wall again. Now what we call as Mutianyu Great Wall is one of best preserved section of the Great Wall from Ming Dynasty.
We have a Chinese style breakfast such as pancake or porridge. Half an hour’s drive to a different place from where we were dropped off, we walk across the village, then hike for about 1 hour, and approach the Due North Tower of Jiankou Great Wall. When we ascend the tower, look to the west, and you will have a breathtaking view of Jiankou section. Finish at Toboggan station at Mutianyu Great wall.Have lunch in the local restaurant. Return to the hotel
The fees for the slide rail and the cable car are not included in the quoted price,you can pay for it or walk down the mountain by walk. The fee for the Toboggan/Cable car is ￥100RMB per person
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Sun-glasses,suncream, backpack, good hiking boots, raincoat (it’s raining season in JuneandJuly in Beijing) and snacks.
Transport and the driver,Entrance tickets, English speaking tour guide, meals as mentioned,drinking water.
Travel insurance,other personal expense (cable car, slide rail and so on), gratuities to guideand driver (2:1) .
If you have special dietary requirements ,such as red meat, white meat,vegetarian and so on, please tell us in advance.Furthermore, if you want a party to celebrate wedding or birthday, we can also organise it on the Great wall with great view.
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Determination of Trace Mercury Species in Water and Soil Samples with Atomic Fluorescence Spectrometry
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采用氢化发生-冷原子荧光光谱法,测定了厦门市集美周边地区的几种水和土壤样品中汞的不同形态含量。在仪器优化条件下直接进样测定水中微量无机汞的含量,再用溴酸钾-溴化钾消解水样并测定其总汞含量,由总汞与无机汞含量之差计算出有机汞含量;采用微波消解体系测定土壤样品中的总汞含量,同时用连续化学浸提法提取测定包括可交换态汞、盐酸溶汞、元素汞、腐殖酸结合态汞、有机质结合态汞和硫化汞的不同汞形态含量,并最终测定残态汞含量。实验结果表明,实验室排放水中汞含量高于Ⅰ类污水综合排放标准(GB8978—1996),说明实验室排放水是严重的汞环境污染源之一。而公路边土壤、近海沉积物和菜园土壤的汞形态含量均低于相应的国家标准,但由于人为污染造成菜园土壤汞的不断积累应引起高度重视。实验同时对水和土壤样品的测量检出限及方法回收率进行试验,结果表明在优化的实验条件下水和土壤汞的检出限分别为0.0008μg·L-1和0.0723μg·kg-1,3个水平的加标平均回收率分别为93.7%和93.8%,方法准确、可靠。With hydride generation-cold atomic fluorescence spectrometry (HG-AFS), the method of determining trace mercury species in water and soil samples in Jimei, Xiamen city, China was established. The content of inorganic mercury in water was measured by sample direct injection, while the total mercury was measured after digestion with the reagents of KBrO3-KBr. The soil samples were digested with microwave for total mercury measurement. Sequential extraction procedure was carried out for determining different mercuric species in soil samples. The results indicated that the mercury concentration of wastewater from chemical laboratory exceeded the limit of the integrated wastewater discharge standard of China (GB 8978—1996). It is one of the serious pollution sources of mercury in environment. The mercury contents from soil samples including the sideward soil of highway, the sea sediment and the garden soil were under the limits of relative national standards of China. However, attention should be paid to the accumulation of mercury in garden soil due to the artificial pollution. Meanwhile, the average recoveries for water and soil samples tested with adding standards were 93.7% and 93.8%, respectively. Meanwhile, the detection limits estimated with 3-fold standard deviation were 0.000 8 μg·L-1 for water and 0.072 3 μg·kg-1 for soil, respectively. The results indicated that the established method, with the merits of high sensitivity and precision, was suitable for the measurement of trace mercury species in environmental samples.


|Publication number||US6514266 B2|
|Application number||US 09/764,354|
|Publication date||Feb 4, 2003|
|Filing date||Jan 19, 2001|
|Priority date||Jan 31, 2000|
|Also published as||US20010037122, WO2001054596A1|
|Publication number||09764354, 764354, US 6514266 B2, US 6514266B2, US-B2-6514266, US6514266 B2, US6514266B2|
|Inventors||Michael R. Farris, William I. Kern, Lewis Harrold|
|Original Assignee||Lasersight Technologies, Inc.|
|Export Citation||BiBTeX, EndNote, RefMan|
|Patent Citations (7), Referenced by (2), Classifications (7), Legal Events (6)|
|External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, Espacenet|
This application is based on and claims priority from U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60/179,021, filed on Jan. 31, 2000.
1. Field of the Invention
The present invention relates generally to a keratome and method of cutting corneal tissue and more particularly to a keratome and method of intraoperatively controlling an operating parameter of the keratome to improve cutting of the corneal tissue.
Corneal refractive surgery utilizes an instrument commonly known as a keratome for producing full or partial sections on both the anterior surface of the cornea and within the stromal structure when exposed by a superficial section. The keratome is a mechanical device for performing lamellar resections. The refractive procedures performed with the conventional keratome include AK, ALK, and LASIK. Keratome instruments are available with manual operation, in which case only blade oscillation is motor driven and the cutting head of the instrument is traversed across the corneal surface by the surgeon's hand. The keratome is also available with more automatic operation. The automatic keratome incorporates a drive mechanism that, in addition to providing blade oscillation, provides transverse movement of the cutting head across the corneal surface.
While the state-of-the art for keratomes has produced instruments with improved clinical performance, none of the currently available keratome instruments, or the improvements incorporated therein, have addressed improving intraoperative performance and results by monitoring one, or more, of the factors influencing clinical outcomes. These factors can include changes in intraoccular pressure which alter tissue stiffness and forces on the blade, the pressure applied by the eyeball holding ring on the corneal surface, speed and uniformity of translation of the keratome's cutting head, keratome blade oscillation speed, tissue compression, blade motion outside of a defined envelope, blade slowdown, motion in mechanical structure that alters blade position, travel velocity which alters the fluid dynamics of the tissue moving past the blade and across the cutter surfaces, and other factors related to forces applied to the cornea during the cutting cycle.
Accordingly, there is a need to control operating parameters of an automated keratome based on measuring operative factors during the procedure.
An object of the invention is to fulfill the need referred to above. In accordance with the principles of the present invention, this objective is achieved by providing a keratome including a head assembly having a cutting head and blade for cutting corneal tissue and an applanation member associated with the cutting head. The keratome includes an eyeball retaining structure and at least one sensor is associated with the keratome providing measurement of a respective at least one operative factor during cutting of the corneal tissue.
In accordance with another aspect of the invention, a method of controlling cutting of corneal tissue with a blade of a keratome during operation includes measuring an operative factor of a keratome during operation of the keratome, and controlling in real time a movement of the blade based on the measured operative factor.
Other objects, features and characteristics of the present invention, as well as the methods of operation and the functions of the related elements of the structure, the combination of parts and economics of manufacture will become more apparent upon consideration of the following detailed description and appended claims with reference to the accompanying drawings, all of which form a part of this specification.
FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a keratome provided in accordance with the principles of the present invention;
FIG. 2 is a schematic illustration of microprocessor control of the keratome of FIG. 1; and
FIG. 3 is a schematic illustration of a keratome provided in accordance with another embodiment of the invention.
With reference to FIG. 1, a keratome, generally indicated at 10, is provided in accordance with the principles of the present invention. The keratome 10 may be, for example, of the type described in U.S. Pat. No. 35,421, entitled “Automated Corneal Shaper”, the contents of which are hereby incorporated into the present specification by reference. The keratome 10 includes a head assembly, generally indicated at 12, including a cutting head 14, and drive structure. The drive structure comprises at least one motor 16 and a drive mechanism 18 operatively associated with the cutting head 14 and motor 16 to drive the cutting head 14. In the illustrated embodiment, the drive structure comprises a plurality of intermeshing gears 20 operatively associated with a shaft 22 which is driven by the motor 16. The gears 20 are constructed and arranged to convert rotation of the shaft 22 to translation of the cutting head 14.
In addition, an eccentric 24 imparts oscillating motion to a blade holder 26 of the cutting head 14 as the eccentric 24 revolves with the shaft 22. A blade 28 for cutting corneal tissue is coupled to the blade holder 26, which in turn is inserted into the cutting head 14. Alternatively, a separately controllable motor 29 may be operatively associated with the blade holder 26 to control blade oscillation instead of using the single motor 16 to cause translation and oscillation of the blade 28. Thus, the blade 28 is caused to oscillate transversely, preferably at a constant rate. The motors 16 and 29 can be considered part of the keratome or may be separate therefrom.
A eyeball retaining ring 30 functions to fix the eye in position and to provide a fixed support along which the cutting head 14 will slide to resect the corneal tissue with the blade 28. A slide 32 is coupled to the fixation ring 30 so as to be free to move across the fixation ring 30. The cutting head 14 is immovably coupled to the slide 32.
A plate 34, defining an applanation member, is received in the slide 32 in a predetermined fixed position. The plate 34 is operatively associated with the blade 28 to define the thickness of the resection.
In accordance with the principles of the invention, at least one sensor 36 is mounted to the automated keratome 10. In the illustrated embodiment, the sensor 36 is mounted to the plate 34. Information related to operative factors, e.g., forces the cornea itself exerts on the blade 28 in the direction of the resection, forces on the blade 28 due to the fluid dynamics of the mass of tissue flowing past the blade 28, intraoccular pressure, the pressure applied by the eyeball retaining ring on the corneal surface, speed and uniformity of translation of the keratome's cutting head, keratome blade oscillation speed, and/or other factors related to forces applied to the cornea during the cutting cycle, are routed through a feed back mechanism to intraoperatively vary one, or more, of the keratome's operating parameters. Example operating parameters for the keratome which may be intraoperatively varied are speed of traverse across the corneal surface, and/or blade oscillation speed, and/or the position of the blade 28 relative to the corneal surface.
Improvements in clinical outcomes can be achieved by incorporating sensor(s) 36 into the keratome 10 to provide feedback to the keratome's operating parameters in a manner capable of adapting performance parameters to instantaneous changes within the structure of the cornea.
A purpose of the sensor(s) 36 is to detect instantaneous changes in the response of the corneal structure to the sectioning or cutting process. Thus, suitable sensors 36 include, but are not limited to, strain gauges, piezoelectric sensors, pressure, position and speed measuring devices.
Sensors 36 can alternatively or additionally be placed in, or onto, other parts and/or surfaces of the keratome 10 in accordance with the principles of the present invention. For instance, a sensor 36′ can be placed in or onto the cutting head 14 and a sensor 36″ can be place in or onto the fixation ring 30 to measure forces relating to intraoccular pressure.
As noted above, one example of an improved performance automated keratome 10 utilizes a strain gauge 36 mounted within or on the applanation member or plate 34. The strain gauge 36 detects instantaneous deformation or deflection of the applanation plate 34 or member in response to variations in the forces exerted by the cornea on the blade 28 during resection as the cutting head 14 is traversing the corneal surface. A deformation signal from the strain gauge 36 is communicated to a processing unit 38 (FIG. 2), using either wired or wireless communication techniques. The processing unit 38 may include any suitable processor, e.g., microprocessor, microcontroller, or digital signal processor (DSP). The processing unit may also comprise a personal computer (PC).
Another example of an improved performance automated keratome 10 utilizes a pressure sensor as the sensor 36 configured so that the pressure sensed is via a port communicating with the applanation surface. Thus, the pressure underneath the applanation surface, which is driven by the corneal tissue, is measured and used to generate the deformation signal.
An optical encoder 40 and 44 is associated with motors 16 and 29, respectively, and processing unit 38, and are used to determine the RPM of the motors. RPM of motor 29 is used to determine oscillation speed of the blade 28 and RPM of motor 16 is used to compute the translation speed of the cutting head 14. A stepper motor may be used for the translation motor 16 to so that the absolute position of the cutting head 14 is known.
The processing unit 38 transmits a correcting signal 41 to the keratome drive motor 16 that will adjust the speed of traverse to compensate for any variation detected in the forces on the blade 28. In this way the blade force becomes the basis for controlling the speed at which the cutting head 14 traverses the corneal tissue, thus ensuring uniformity of section thickness. An algorithm can be employed to relate translation speed to flap thickness. A correcting signal 42 can also be sent to the oscillation motor 29 to control blade oscillation.
While motor 16 is shown in FIG. 3, another embodiment relates to manual traversal of keratome across surface of eye, while movement of the blade 28 is automated. Thus, the motor 16 may be, e.g., a handle, grip, lever, etc., allowing manual movement of the keratome across the corneal surface.
As shown in FIG. 3, the sensor 36 can measure the blade deflection directly if the sensor 36 is mounted on the blade 28. Blade deflection can be measured indirectly by optical interferometric means if the blades are configured to be disposable.
As shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, optical devices 37 and 39 are provided to measure the relative position of the blade 28 and the corneal surface. For example, the optical device 39 monitors the height of the corneal dome and the optical device 37 detects changes in the deflection of the blade 28 as it reciprocates across the tissue 41. The signal from the device 39 can be used to ensure that the tissue 41 enters the keratome 10 at a rate so as to be fed to the blade 28 at an optimum rate. Miniature actuators 46, in response to position of the blade 28 or corneal surface, move the blade 28 (or move the blade holder 26 or cutting head to thus move the blade 28) to correct the position thereof with respect to the corneal surface.
Other examples of an improved performance automated keratome in accordance with the principles of the present invention utilize signals obtained from suitable sensors placed in or on any or all of the eyeball retaining ring 30, the cutting head 14, and or the blade oscillation mechanism 24. The sensors in the eyeball retaining ring, the cutting head, and the blade oscillation mechanism detect instantaneous variations in suction pressure, speed of translation or blade position, and blade speed, respectively. Signals from these sensors form the basis for the generation of corresponding corrections to various functions of the keratome's operating parameters.
The foregoing preferred embodiments have been shown and described for the purposes of illustrating the structural and functional principles of the present invention, as well as illustrating the methods of employing the preferred embodiments and are subject to change without departing from such principles. Therefore, this invention includes all modifications encompassed within the spirit of the following claims.
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text: Mark Ronson dropped his latest album Uptown Special this week so we’re brining eleven of his most stellar looks in honor of its eleven tracks. When looking through the lineup we couldn’t help but think back to his Ted Talk on music sampling where he credited artists like De La Soul and the Beastie Boys as guys who "looted from decades of recorded music to create sonic, layered masterpieces." It’s a methodology we could apply to his work, sure, but also in the way he dresses himself. His looks reach cross decades, layered sartorial cues pointing to Rod Stewart, Ron Carter, Duke Ellington, and masters of postmodern funk. Click through to see the standouts that caught our eye.

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VICTORIA FALLS SAFARI(#EXPLOREAFRICA)
19TH DEC 2018 – 5TH JAN 2019.
18 DAY PACKAGE – 10TH EDITION!
KES. 90,000 – MAIN PACKAGE (VICTORIA FALLS, LAKE MALAWI, BOTSWANA AND NAMIBIA).
EARLY BIRD OFFER!
OFFER VALID FROM:
27TH AUGUST TO 5TH SEPT 2018.
AFTER DISCOUNT YOU WILL PAY:
KES. 81,000/= PER PERSON.
INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE:
3 NIGHTS AT VICTORIA FALLS.
2 NIGHTS AT KANDE BEACH, LAKE MALAWI.
1 NIGHT IN BOTSWANA.
1 NIGHT IN NAMIBIA.
Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.
Tents, Mattresses and Sleeping Bags.
Mobile No: +254 728 8393 300 email@example.com
Discount for a COUPLE.
Discount for more than TWO PEOPLE.
GREAT VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY.
TOUR LEADERS.WILLY & CYRUS.
Explore and Experience Life in Different Countries: KENYA I TANZANIA I MALAWI I ZAMBIA I ZIMBABWE I BOTSWANA I NAMIBIA I JOBURG I SWAZILAND I PRETORIA I CAPE TOWN
THREE AWESOME PACKAGES:
1. VICTORIA FALLS AFRICA SAFARI EXPERIENCE (includes Malawi, Botswana and Namibia) DEC 2018.
18 DAY ADVENTURE – MAIN PACKAGE.
19th December 2018 to 5th January 2019 @ KES. 90,000/=.
2. VICTORIA FALLS, JOHANNESBURG, PRETORIA AND SWAZILAND DECEMBER 2018.
19 DAY ADVENTURE (One Way Flight from Joburg to Nairobi).
19th December 2018 to 6th January 2019 @ KES. 145,000/=.
3. VICTORIA FALLS, JOHANNESBURG, PRETORIA, SWAZILAND AND CAPE TOWN 19th DECEMBER 2018 – 9th JANUARY 2019.
22 DAY ADVENTURE.
One Way Flight from Cape Town to Nairobi.
19th December 2018 to 9th January 2019 @ KES. 200,000/=.
VICTORIA FALLS SAFARI EXPERIENCE DECEMBER 2018 (MAIN PACKAGE).
JOIN us for the memorable Victoria Falls Platinum Safari Experience in December 2018.
It’s absolutely a platinum Lifetime Experience!!!
19TH December 2018 to 5TH January 2019 – 18 Day Adventure!!!
The Nairobi to Victoria Falls Memorable Safari Experience from 19TH December 2018 to 5TH January 2019 is designed to give you a Wonderful Experience and Platinum Memories to Cherish for a Lifetime.
For 2017, we had a Splendid 18 Day Safari Package.
The Year 2018 is bigger and better!
PACKAGE ONE – MAIN PACKAGE.
VICTORIA FALLS PLATINUM SAFARI EXPERIENCE DECEMBER 2018.
18 Day Package.
2 Nights at Kande Beach, Lake Malawi – Included in the Package.
3 Nights at Victoria Falls – Included.
1 Night for Botswana – Included in the Package.
1 Night for Namibia – Included in the Package.
KENYAN CITIZEN: KES. 90,000/=.
NON RESIDENT: USD. 1,000.
Deposit Required to Book your Space: KES. 30,000/=.
19TH December 2018 to 5TH January 2019.
18 Day Adventure.
Transport is a comfy Overland Truck.
1. Large canvas tents and small mattresses will be provided. Please carry a sleeping bag or blanket. If you Don’t have, we will provide one freely.
Camping cost is all inclusive in the package.
2. Rooms / bandas: at USD. 20 – 50 per day for two people. If you want to sleep in rooms, this Cost is NOT included in the package. You will pay direct over there at the reception.
ESSENTIALS / REQUIREMENTS:
1. A VALID PASSPORT.
2. YELLOW FEVER CERTIFICATE.
3. Medical Cover: UAP Insurance, Britam, Jubilee, CIC etc (highly recommended).
4. In case of any pre-existing Medical conditions, please carry your Medication and inform us in advance.
5. Warm clothing, personal effects and your pocket money!
THE PACKAGE COVERS THE FOLLOWING:
1. Transport in a comfy Overland Truck.
2. Accommodation – camping. We will provide tents and small mattresses.
3. Two meals in a day (breakfast and dinner).
4. Kande beach entry fees.
5. Victoria falls entry fees (Zambia).
6. Botswana one night safari.
7. Namibia one night safari.
8. Arusha cultural heritage centre.
9. Kande beach, lake Malawi cultural night.
10. Botswana Cultural Night.
11. Namibia Boat Ride.
12. Namibia Cultural Experience.
13. Arusha City, Kasane Town and Lusaka City Tours.
14. Fun games and team dynamics.
15. Salsa dancing / zumba and body fitness.
1. Bandas / rooms: USD. 20 – 50 per day for two people.
2. Bungee jumping (swing, slide & jump): USD 210 per person.
3. Botswana game drive: the Chobe national park – USD. 80 per person.
4. Victoria falls cruise safari: USD. 65 per person.
5. Laundry: USD. 5 – USD. 7 per wash.
6. Mineral water or other drinks.
7. All items of a personal nature.
The cost for VISA Processing in entirely a clients responsibility. However, we will assist with the Documentation required and advice accordingly.
For KENYAN CITIZENS: You do not need any visa for the countries we will visit (Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia).
However: if Kenyan citizens wish to visit Joburg or Cape Town, one must apply and get a visa for South Africa in advance.
DAY ONE: 19TH DECEMBER 2018
NAIROBI – ARUSHA – MTO WA MBU (TZ)
6:30AM: Meeting at the City Market, Nairobi
7:00AM: Departure Time (Strictly).
Nairobi – Arusha – Mto wa Mbu (Tanzania)
We commence with the Tour Leader’s briefing and then start our East Africa to Southern Africa safari experience december 2018.
Lunch enroute (own cost).
30 Mins stop-over at the Aim Mall.
Mto wa Mbu is in the Rift Valley, near Lake Manyara national park. This is the main road to the famous Ngorongoro crater and Serengeti national park.
Accommodation at Twiga campsite.
The well maintained swimming pool invites all for a cool afternoon swim.
DAY TWO: 20TH DECEMBER 2018
MTO WA MBU – DODOMA (CAPITAL CITY) – IRINGA.
We drive through the beautiful countryside to arrive in Dodoma at 2:00pm.
After a brief stop over, we proceed with our safari appreciating the spectacular countryside and arrive in Iringa at 5:00pm.
DAY THREE: 21ST DECEMBER 2018
IRINGA – CHITIMBA BEACH CAMP (MALAWI)
We will have an early morning and drive through the beautiful countryside crossing the border by midday. We will arrive at the lovely beach of Chitimba at 5:00pm.
Lake Malawi is known for diving and fishing. It’s commonly known as the Lake of Stars.
DAY FOUR: 22ND DECEMBER 2018
CHITIMBA – KANDE BEACH (MALAWI)
7:00am: From Chitimba to Kande beach: very scenic countryside. Our drive takes us through panoramic views of the Chitimba hills and the escarpment below.
30 minutes stop over at Mzuzu mall.
We arrive at the famed Kande beach at 3:00pm.
DAY FIVE: 23RD DECEMBER 2018: KANDE BEACH FULL DAY
We will spend a full day at the white sandy Kande beach… swimming, games, boat rides etc. This will be a day well spent swimming, relaxing and having fun.
Kande beach, Lake Malawi is one of the best beaches in Africa to chill and relax with the white golden sand and clear blue water safe from pollution.
Optional visit to a local village for cultural experience.
Salsa night – all white themed wear.
This is a good day for your laundry.
DAY SIX: 24TH DECEMBER 2018
KANDE BEACH – CHIPATA (ZAMBIA)
With an early morning, we drive from Kande beach and arrive in Chipata at 4:00pm.
Border crossing from Malawi to Zambia.
DAY SEVEN: 25TH DECEMBER 2018
CHIPATA – LUSAKA CITY
Departure from Chipata at 7:00am.
Arrival in Lusaka city at 3:00pm. Lusaka in the southern part is the capital and largest city in Zambia.
This is a day to relax and enjoy the cool evening hours at the lovely Camp.
Swimming Pool to relax and enjoy yourself.
Xmas party in Lusaka.
Cultural night in Lusaka.
DAY EIGHT: 26TH DECEMBER 2018
LUSAKA – LIVINGSTONE TOWN – VICTORIA FALLS
Lusaka – Livingstone (home to Victoria falls). On day eight, we will have an early start from Lusaka. We will arrive in Livingstone at 3:00pm, unwind as we finalize our adventure plans.
The well maintained swimming pool invites all for a swim. Livingstone town was established in 1905 and was named after Dr. Livingstone who explored this area extensively.
Santa surprise in the evening after dinner.
DAY NINE: 27TH DECEMBER 2018: VICTORIA FALLS FULL DAY
Full day for Victoria Falls platinum walking safari. We will drive to the famous falls for a guided walk… It’s an amazing experience to watch the 500,000,000 litres of water flowing – resulting in the world’s largest sheet of falling water!!!
No wonder the local people call it Mosi-oa-Tunya: the smoke that thunders!!!
Optional activities include: Victoria Falls Cruise Safari, Zambezi river white water rafting, Victoria Falls Bungee Jumping, Helicopter Safari, Micro Lighting, Historical Tour and others.
DAY TEN: 28TH DEC 2018: BOTSWANA ONE NIGHT (INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE)
Livingstone – Botswana ONE NIGHT Experience (Included in the Package).
We will depart from Livingstone at 7:00am for Botswana via the Kazungula Ferry.
For Botswana One Night Experience, we will cross the Kazungula border and carry on with our Lovely Safari (This is Included in the Package).
Game Drive for those who want (at an extra cost) – We will have a Wonderful Game Drive in the famous Chobe National Park with a high concentration of Wild Animals (This is Optional).
After a grandeur 3 Hour game drive, we will head back to Kasane town in Botswana for our Overnight Stay.
DAY ELEVEN: 29TH DECEMBER 2018: NAMIBIA ONE NIGHT SAFARI (COST IS INCLUDED).
Namibia is a Natural Gem.
One Night Safari to Namibia will enable you appreciate the Beautiful Country and Learn more about their Amazing Culture.
It is absolutely an experience to remember.
DAY TWELVE: 30TH DECEMBER 2018: NAMIBIA TO VICTORIA FALLS.
We will depart Namibia after yummy breakfast and head back for Victoria Falls.
Afternoon spent at the Victoria Falls. If one wishes to undertake one more activity, we will have ample time for that.
This not only gives you enough time to enjoy, but it offers you Platinum Memories.
Optional: you can cross to Zimbabwe which borders Zambia.
Additionally, the Camp Site has Two Swimming Pools to Relax and Enjoy Yourself.
DAY THIRTEEN: 31ST DECEMBER 2018.
LIVINGSTONE – LUSAKA CITY (ZAMBIA) – SHOPPING
We start off at 7:00am for our journey from Livingstone to Lusaka.
On arrival we will visit one Mall for shopping matters.
Dinner and overnight at the Lovely Eureka camp site.
New Year Celebrations in Lusaka City.
DAY FOURTEEN: 1ST JANUARY 2019
LUSAKA – MPIKA
The drive from Lusaka to Mpika is one of the best as we get to appreciate the panoramic countryside with large forest cover.
A Sweater / Jumper is important because it can be cold.
Those who will be going to Joburg and Cape Town will depart from Lusaka City at 7:00am. Joburg or Cape Town extension is available at an extra cost.
DAY FIFTEEN: 2ND JANUARY 2019
MPIKA – MBEYA
We will start off from Mpika at 6:00am for Mbeya.
We will cross the Nakonde – Tunduma border and proceed with our cool Safari.
This is one of the busiest border crossing points in Africa: it’s always important to be vigilant at all border points.
Arrival in Mbeya at 5:00pm
DAY SIXTEEN: 3RD JANUARY 2019
MBEYA – DODOMA
Dodoma is the Capital City of Tanzania and one of the best places to visit and relax.
Departure from Mbeya at 7:00am. Arrival in Dodoma at 5:00pm.
Night Life is also Superb (with a Local Guide).
DAY SEVENTEEN: 4TH JANUARY 2019
DODOMA – ARUSHA
Departure from Dodoma City at 7:00am. Arrival in Arusha at 5:00pm.
In Arusha, we will have “nyama choma bites” to appreciate the Victoria Falls Platinum Safari Experience from 19th December 2018 to 6th January 2019.
Moreover, we will have Salsa dance and fitness for 1 Hour: these are essential for our legs and body overall fitness. For the party lovers, you can experience Arusha city at night (optional). Arusha city is fondly considered as the Safari Capital of Tanzania.
DAY EIGHTEEN: 5TH JANUARY 2019
ARUSHA SHOPPING – NAIROBI
7:00am – 9:00am: Yummy breakfast.
10:00am: We will visit the amazing Arusha cultural heritage centre as we appreciate art and craft. Moreover, this will also be a good time for shopping in Arusha for our loved ones.
Arrival in Nairobi at 7:00pm….… With a wonderful experience and memories to cherish for a lifetime, we will get to Nairobi at 7:00pm.
18 DAY ADVENTURE PACKAGE!!!
KENYA I TANZANIA I MALAWI I ZAMBIA I ZIMBABWE I BOTSWANA I NAMIBIA
KES. 90,000/= Per Person.
19TH DECEMBER 2018 to 5TH JANUARY 2019.
18 DAY ADVENTURE.
Transport is a Comfy Overland Truck.
VICTORIA FALLS, JOHANNESBURG, PRETORIA AND SWAZILAND PACKAGE
KENYAN CITIZEN: KES. 145,000/=.
Non Resident: USD. 1,600.
One Way Flight from Joburg to Nairobi.
2 Nights in JOBURG.
1 Night in Swaziland.
Deposit Required for Booking: KES. 60,000/=.
ACTIVITIES IN JOBURG:
1. Visit Orlando Towers.
2. Soweto Tour.
3. Nelson Mandela Museum.
4. Gold Reef City.
5. Pretoria Day Tour, etc.
VICTORIA FALLS, JOBURG, PRETORIA, SWAZILAND AND CAPE TOWN PACKAGE.
19TH DECEMBER 2018 to 9TH JANUARY 2019.
22 DAY ADVENTURE.
ONE WAY FLIGHT FROM CAPE TOWN TO NAIROBI.
KENYAN CITIZEN: KES. 200,000.
Non Resident: USD. 2,200.
Deposit Required for Booking: KES. 80,000/=.
PACKAGE THREE DETAILS:
Flying One Way from CAPE TOWN to NAIROBI.
3 Nights in Cape Town.
2 Nights in Johannesburg.
1 Night in Swaziland.
Accommodation in South Africa is in Hotel Rooms – Two People Per Room.
Activities in CAPE TOWN:
Robben Island Visit, Table Mountain, Museum Visit, Great White Shark Cage Diving, Stellenbosch Wineland Full Day Tour etc.
For all these activities, you will Pay Direct over there.
The Deposit Requested Caters for Third Party Logistics.
This is Non Refundable.
Meet and Greet OR Coffee Evening will be organized for Questions and Answers.
Conservation and Community Development:
20% of our Profits go to Conservation and Community Development.
For more Information:
Please Contact us on: +254 728 839 300
Welcome for the annual VICTORIA FALLS Safari Experience 2018 with Sweet Memories to Cherish for a Lifetime – DECEMBER HOLIDAY.
Kindly, invite your friends, family members and others.

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Tomosaka Rie (ともさかりえ) was born on October 12, 1979 in Japan. Tomosaka Rie movies and tv shows: Nuke Mairu ~ Onna 3-nin Ise Mairi, Innocent Days, Ashi Girl, Blanket Cats, Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito...
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Rie Tomosaka is a Japanese actress and pop star from Mitaka-shi, Tokyo, born on October 12, 1979 in Nagano-shi, Nagano. She works for Itoh Company. From 1996 to 1997, she has also released music under the name Eri Sakatomo.
In 1992, Rie Tomosaka joined the entertainment world with the commercial film of "ESTIMA" of Toyota Motor Corporation, and she also began her career as an actress with the NHK TV drama, Kora, Nanba Shiyotto in the same year. In 1993, she came into the limelight in Subarashikikana Jinsei of Fuji TV. In 1995, she came to be known widely at the people because Kintaichi Shonen no Jikenbo, the manga-based popular TV mystery series, in which she co-starred with Domoto Tsuyoshi gained popular extremely. But, Domoto is a popular idol in Japan, so she was envied intensely by his fans.
In 1996, she also made her debut as a singer by "Escalation", and released "Kusyami" in succession. Moreover, she released "Sukini nattara KIRIN LEMON" which was the theme song of a carbonated drink which Kirin Beverage of the subsidiary of Kirin Brewery Company releases and "Docchidemo IN" which was the theme song of camera "AXIA" which Fuji Film released in the name of "Sakatomo Eri" which is a logogriph of Tomosaka Rie from 1996 to 1997.
Tomosaka released eleven singles as a vocalist, often backed by members of Yokohama horn band Big Horns Bee, who toured with her. Her singles "Cappuccino" (1999) and "Shoujo Robot" (2000) were written and produced by her friend Shina Ringo, who also provided piano and the rhythm section from her own band. Four other Ringo songs were also recorded in these sessions ("Mokuren no Cream," "Shampoo," "Ikenai Ko" and "Nihon ni Umarete"), subsequently released as b-sides and album cuts. Ringo also adds chatteringto the song "Good For Us" on Tomosaka's album "Murasaki."
"Prime Colors" (45 min., 1997) was a Tomosaka solo performance in twelve distinctive shorts released to VCD.
In 2000, she starred in the TV drama Kimiga Oshietekureta Koto for which Donna Williams’s Nobody Nowhere was adapted. She played a young autistic woman, the character being inspired by the works of autistic author Donna Williams. She played splendidly the difficult role which was considerably different from the active girl whom she played till then. She was highly praised by Donna about an autistic performance and was highly regarded her talent as an actress. She won the Academy Award for Best Actress of the Drama Academy Award of "THE TELEVISION"(magazine) and of the Drama Grand Prix of "Nikkan Sports"(sports and entertainment newspaper).
In 2001, Her starring performance in the feature "Kuroe(Chloe)" contributed to the film's win at the Berlin Film Festival that year. -- Wikipedia


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A foodie adventure in Latvia
When I found out I was going to Riga in Latvia for my birthday last year, I certainly hadn’t expected anything exciting in terms of food, but our whole trip there turned out to be a totally unexpected culinary adventure of discovery.
This was very evident on our first morning when we went for ‘brunch’ at our local Innocent cafe, recommended by our Airbnb host. We walked in to see a buffet of colourful, creamy and unrecognisable platters of food, and our curiosity was piqued. There were no descriptions (not that we could read it anyway) so it was a matter of just jumping in a trying everything we could.
Let me tell you, what a sensory adventure that was – it was like doing a blind eating test. A lot of it seemed fresh, packed with vegetables, meats and cheese, mixed with a good proportion of pickled and smoked delights, such as seafood, beetroot and gherkin.
Lunch at the Christmas markets
The Christmas markets served thick, tomato based stews, lots of sausages and hot smoked meats which they cooked over open wood fires in the square, served by folk in traditional garb and robes. The aromas were incredible, but I could imagine vegetarians might not appreciate some of the more interesting meats out on display!
Traditional Baltic food for dinner
On the night of my birthday we had dinner in an underground restuarant/bar called Folkklubs ALA that was serving up traditional folk music as well as authentic Baltic cuisine and local beers. As it started to snow that night, the cave-like warm atmosphere was very welcome, as was the rich tasty beer.
The Baltic dishes could only be described as ‘hearty’; probably originally made to warm the bellies of peasants during the bone-chilling Baltic winters. Expect plenty of carbohydrates, potatoes and meats, served in epic portions and with lashings and lashings of bacon seemingly on almost everything (not that I’m complaining!).
‘Traditional’ is certainly what you feel you’re experiencing at this joint, especially with the foot-stomping, beer-waving folk tunes to enjoy once your belly is full and your cheeks are glowing warm. I highly recommend a visit here.
So what is ‘typical’ Latvian food?
To be honest, its hard to pin down a description of what exactly the Latvian culinary style is. But I think that reflects the hotchpotch cultural identity that Latvia has struggled with for many years. It has almost constantly been under foreign occupation, with its neighboring heavyweight countries – Sweden, Poland and Russia – constantly fighting to keep possession of this land like bickering siblings, until Latvia officially marked its independence the 1990’s.
Overall, I could recognise in the foods we had there a definite Scandinavian influence, with the smoked and pickled fish, cheese, diaries and the dark breads. The Polish influence also shines through in their borderline obsession with pork and potato.
I’ve never experienced Russian/ Soviet food, but suspect the lavish use of beetroot (in dishes such as Borscht), and the surprisingly delicious and tantilising sour soups are borne from Latvia’s many years of Soviet occupation, and the significant Russian community that still resides in Riga.
Regional specialties seem to emerge around seasonal harvesting. In summer months, its all about the berries, while come autumn mushrooms and nuts are all the rage. This I can attest to, as even in early December mushrooms crept up a lot in our dishes or on the menu.
A post about Latvian cuisine wouldn’t be complete without a special mention about Black Balsam. Its an alcoholic drink only found in Latvia, a fact the citizens are very proud of.
This insidious jet-black, 45% proof concoction is a secret recipe created by Riga druggist Abraham Kunze in the 18th century. Orange peel, oak bar, wormwood and linden blossoms are among some 14 fairy-tale ingredients known to stew in the wicket witch’s cooking pot. A shot a day keeps the doctor away, so say most of Latvia’s pensioners.Lonley Planet Guide to Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, 2016
Personally, I loved it, and is unlike anything I’ve had before. I could easily drink it neat, or to flavour a nice glass of champagne or in a nice tall latte. It comes in various flavours too, like cherry and black currant (my favourite). I even had a Black Balsam birthday cake! Its a must-try if you’re ever there.
Do you think Latvian cuisine has a distinct style? Describe what you think it is in the comments below!

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So I am by no means interior design-y, far from it! I’m also a massive tight arse so expensive designer furniture and decor is not my thing. As much as I’d love all the nice things I see in gorgeous posts on Insta or pinned to my Pinterest walls.
But, one thing I can proudly say is that I’m pretty damn thrifty and good at finding what I want on a budget!
A lot of people have asked where a lot of our nursery furniture and decor is from so I thought I would do a little bit of a blog to cover some of the items off 🙂 I think you will all be pleasantly surprised how inexpensive most items were!
Occasional Chair – I really wanted the infamous Greyson chair from Freedom we’ve all seen in styled nursery shots, however it was a little out of my Budget. I searched high and low for a reasonable alternative that I liked and finally found the “Noosa” Chair from Focus On Furniture. Grabbed a bargain in their end of year sale, 50% off at just $299!
Cot – You know when you see something on Instagram/Pinterest and you’re like “I MUST HAVE THAT”. Well that’s exactly what happened to me! I saw the cot in an IG post and had been looking all over for a Scandavian inspired design, however, most I’d found were well over a thousand dollars and I just could not justify that.
When I found the Troll Sun Cot I was so over the moon to also find it fell into my budget at only $550! Totally affordable for such a well-made timber cot. It also grows with your child so will get good use for years to come!
Bed Linen – When Annabelle was baby I found it so hard to find cute, good quality bed linen. This time I was so lucky to find one of my favourite children’s clothing labels also started to make bedding that has the cutest designs and is super well made!
Wilson & Frenchy have a number of gorgeous designs of fitted cot sheets and blankets that perfectly suited our theme!
Decor – Well no surprise here that a lot of our decor items are from, you guessed it, KMART! You seriously cannot go wrong with some of the items coming out of Kmart lately. As our theme had a lot of blush pink there was heaps of options.
Our side table, faux fur rug, lamp and ottoman are all from Kmart! All under $30 – STEAL!
Soft Furnishings – I love a good decorative cushion, much to my husband’s annoyance! I’ve always loved and wanted one of the cute knot cushions from My Little Echo, which I got in a matching pink as well as a cute button cushion from Onyx & Smoke, another favourite IG store!
Shelfie – One thing I’ve learnt from the world of Instagram is you need a cute floating shelf to put a bunch of random decorative items on to take “shelfies” haha! I had my husband make one from a piece of timber that had come out of the roof during renovations!
But I’m told you can also buy cute shelves just from Ikea which can also be used as book displays!
For those who asked also, the wall colour in Teddy’s room is “Silk Sheets” by Taubmans. However, the paint is actually Wattle ID, it’s a really good paint, so easy to work with and VERY forgiving for shit painters like me ha!