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Side by side. 87A and 87B. Nice flags. 2nd Pirate.
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Samoa - An Itinerary For a Week In This South Pacific Paradise
If you are looking for a beach vacation on a tropical white sandy beach, overhung with coconut palms, then this is your island! Or should I say.....islands. Upolu is the main island where Apia, the capital, is located. Savaii, the bigger island is quite a different experience, and not to be missed. There are several much smaller islands dotted along the coast.
While you will want to spend much of your time on one of the glorious beaches, there is much more to do in Samoa. Below is a suggested itinerary for a week .You would be best to hire a car for sightseeing. You will want to take time each day to relax around a pool, or at a beach. Enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of the many wonderful, open air restaurants and RELAX!
Day 1 - Arriving at Faleolo Airport, you will instantly feel the heat! Consistently around 26-27 degrees celsius, night temperatures rarely drop below 23 degrees. It is about a 45 minute drive into Apia. You will immediately start to relax, with your first experience of colourful villages and crystal clear turquoise water stretching to the white foam of the reef. Once you have settled in, it is a good time for a brief wander around the town, or sampling a Vailima beer, around the pool. Enquire which night the Fiafia is held. There are usually only one or two nights weekly when hotels put these on, so you need to plan in advance.
Day 2 - Morning - Explore Apia, including the markets. There are two markets - the Beach Rd Market on the waterfront near the Tusitala(Kitano) Hotel is for
clothing lavalavas
tapa cloth
carved wooden goods including the traditional kava bowl
jewellery made from shell, coconut husk and seeds
You will find that generally they do not bargain. Ask if they will give you a cheaper price for two and they will invariably reply that their boss is not here today so they cannot do this. It is worth walking down to Marketi Fou the fruit market, where you can wander amongst the locals as they do their normal daily shopping. Samoa does not have tropical fruits such as pineapples and mangos year round. They have two three week seasons annually. Bananas and oranges are always available, with other fruits such as passionfruit, guavas and vi fruit at different times.
Afternoon - If you are keen to snorkel, Pololo Deep is on the edge of town and the only beach near Apia. You will find it best at mid to low tide.
Day 3- Morning- Visit Vailima, home of Robert Louis Stevenson, on Cross Island Road. He was Samoa's much loved Tusitala - "teller of tales" , and lived here for the last few years of his life. You can look through the wonderful colonial house which has been restored, and do the 40 minute walk to the top of Mt Vaea, Stevenson's final resting place, with magnificent views over Apia.
Afternoon - After lunch it is a good time to take a forty minute coastal drive out to Piula for a cooling swim in the freshwater natural pool, which flows into a cave. Situated in the grounds of a beautifully renovated church, you can enjoy the pool, looking out to sea over the narrow rock wall, that separates the two. The pool closes at 4. o'clock, when the local women bring the washing from the boys church boarding school down, and the fish come out from their hiding places.
Day 4 - All Day - Hire a car and drive over the hill, through the rainforest.Have a look at the Bahai temple at the top of the hill,then go and down to Coconuts Resort where you could have morning tea or lunch. Leaving Coconuts, follow the coast road back to Apia, via the many villages and beaches.If you have time to detour to Togitogi Falls, they are beautiful.Or you may like to come back via Papasea - Sliding Rocks. Best when there has been a lot of rain.
Day 5 - Morning - Take the car ferry to Savaii. There are many accommodation options from beach fales at Stevensons or Janes, Savaii Lagoon..... a middle option or Le Logoto for a more luxurious experience.
Afternoon - Only 2 kilometres along the road is Satoalepai village - where you can swim with turtles. This is a very beautiful place, and while the turtles are in captivity, they have a big pool, and are well cared for. They are very friendly, and it was a highlight of my trip.
Day 6- All Day - Drive around Savaii - Plan to stop at
Saleaula Lava Fields - an amazing insight into the effects of the eruptions of Mt Matavanu between 1905 and 1911.
Alofaaga Blowholes - You will need to check the tides as you will want as near to full tide as possible for the best viewing of the blowholes.These are some of the best you will see anywhere in the world! You will pay $5WS each which includes a local guide. Carry on to Vaisala Hotel via villages, and beaches. This is the best option for a meal, unless you take a picnic basket.
Stop at the ruins of the village destroyed by Cyclone Ofa.
NOTE: You will want to allow plenty of time for photo stops. This is a very photogenic country, and Savaii has some wonderful spots for photographers to indulge their hobby!
Day 7- All Day - Experience a night in a beach fale. This could be on Savaii, or after taking the ferry back to Upolu, around the coast where you have several choices of beach fales. If basic is not for you, you may prefer upmarket Seabreeze Resort at Paradise Cove, with excellent snorkelling and probably the best view of live coral on the island.
Day 8 - To Airport
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Roller coaster and rides at Great Yarmouth ,England ...Love it or Hate it
A trip on the Gt Yarmouth roller coaster and views of other rides , including a quick look at the Snails in Joyland
Monday, April 12, 2010
Visit the National Maritime Museum Cornwall and Go Under the Sea
Cornwall's National Maritime Museum in Falmouth is a must-see for visitors.
Built on the site of an old boat-building yard, it is a highlight to any trip to the area and will teach visitors more about the local area and its heritage.
So if you are looking for a day out or an activity to occupy the kids then this is a great option.
The museum is housed in a landmark building that was designed by the winners of a Cornish competition in 1996.
Long and Kentish created the building and its structure is in keeping with the boating history that it contains.
The National Maritime Museum aims to tell the story of the importance of boats and seafaring for the people of Cornwall over the years.
It is a great source of education and also a very entertaining day out.
One of the highlights of a trip here has to be the popular exhibition Under the Sea.
Here visitors can learn all they want about different types of diving, shipwrecks, seafaring, submarines and war in the sea.
The exhibition explores the depths of the ocean with visitors and lets them learn about the world's first submarine - which was created in 1620 and designed by Cornelius Drebbel - as well as famous shipwrecks like the SS Mohegan and other fascinating facts.
If you are interested in diving then you can learn about commercial diving, going underwater as a sport, during war and just for fun and there is also information about free diving without breathing apparatus.
Details about Japanese and Korean pearl divers is also displayed and the exhibition is filled with interesting theories and facts, such as the claim that women are better at diving than men.
Jacques Cousteau, a huge icon in the diving world, is also celebrated through film footage and information on his life.
Other highlights in the museum include the interactive Nav Station gallery, the Waterfront - where you can control your own remote-controlled boat - and the Main Hall, which includes a flotilla of small boats and sailing yachts.
There is also the shop, where visitors can buy souvenirs and books that tell them more about the sea and boating.
Sunday, April 11, 2010
one piece- bink's sake
for all the people who like one piece Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho Binkusu no sake o, todoke ni yuku yo Umikaze kimakaze namimakase Shio no mukou de, yuuhi mo sawagu Sora nya wa wo kaku, tori no uta Sayonara minato, Tsumugi no sato yo DON to icchou utao, funade no uta Kinpa-gimpa mo shibuki ni kaete Oretachya yuku zo, umi no kagiri Binkusu no sake o, todoke ni yuku yo Warera kaizoku, umi watteku Nami wo makura ni, negura wa fune yo Ho ni hata ni ketateru wa dokuro Arashi ga kita zo, senri no sora ni Nami ga odoru yo, DORAMU narase Okubyoukaze ni fukakerya saigo Asu no asahi ga nai ja nashi Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho Binkusu no sake o, todoke ni yuku yo Kyou ka asu ka to yoi no yume Te wo furu kage ni, mou aenai yo Nani wo kuyokuyo, asu mo tsukuyo Binkusu no sake o, todoke ni yuku yo DON to icchou utao, unaba wo uta Douse dare demo itsuka wa hone yo Hatenashi, atenashi, waraibanashi Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho English version: Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho Yo-hohoho, Yo-hohoho Going to deliver Bink's sake Following the sea breeze Riding on the waves Far across the salty depths The merry evening sun Painting circles in the sky As the birds sing Farewell to the harbour To my old hometown Lets all sing out with a Don As the ship sets sail Waves of gold and silver ...
Saturday, April 10, 2010
Feel More Secure With Fellowes Microshred Paper Shredders
When you need a shredder that will give you an unbelievable amount of security, the name you should turn to is Fellowes. In particular, you need to look at the company's microshred devices. These machines have very high security ratings in addition to other features that make them easy to use. So let's take a look at some of Fellowes' microshred products.
If you're unfamiliar with the term "microshred," it's simply another type of paper shredding style, such as strip- or cross-cut. However, microshred machines can offer much, much more security than either of those shredding styles. For example, a standard cross-cut device can turn a sheet of letter-sized paper into about 400 pieces that measure 5/32" x 1-1/2". Meanwhile, a microshred unit can turn your document into almost 3,000 particles that are extremely tiny. (They tend to measure 5/64" x 25/64".) Think of how secure your information will be when you choose a microshred device!
Speaking of choosing a device, you might be wondering which machines you should consider. Fellowes has a couple of new products you're sure to love. Here's the lowdown on two of them.
PowerShred MS-460Ci
This shredder is perfect if you need a device for yourself or to share with 1 or 2 others in a common workspace. The MS-460Ci has a Level 4 security rating which makes it perfect for getting rid of extremely confidential documents. It can shred up to 12 sheets at a time, and it can even destroy credit cards and CD's for even more protection. Plus it won't jam up on you and it will turn itself off if you let your fingers get too close to the feed opening. You'll also get to enjoy having a large 7-gallon waste compartment that has a see-through window. Finally the MS-460Ci has a 7-year warranty on the cutting mechanism. It doesn't get much better than that.
PowerShred MS-470Ci
The MS-470Ci offers many of the same features as the MS-460Ci, including Level 4 security, jam-proof operation, thoughtful safety features, and a lengthy warranty. But while the MS-460Ci is good for personal use, the MS-470 is perfect for use in a busy office. This device can hold up to 16 gallons of waste and it can run continuously, even when shredding plastic items such as credit cards. This device is ideal for use among 3 or 5 people, and it operates quietly so nearby colleagues won't be distracted. Plus it will keep all of your shreds - even the fly-away ones - inside of the machine so you won't have to clean up a big mess. And let's not forget that the MS-470Ci's waste bin can hold up to about 80% more shreds than a similar size bin in a cross-cut machine. This is doable because the shreds are so small.
Overall, Fellowes microshred paper shredders are the cream of the crop when you want a machine with user-friendly features, a great warranty, and an unbelievable amount of security. If document security is what you need, one of these products can give it to you.
Friday, April 9, 2010
Pirate Ship
The ship sails billowing in the distance spread panic across the seas. The skull-and-crossbones flags were enough to strike terror in the bravest of hearts. As the ships drew nearer, so did images of flashing swords, plunder and bloodshed.
The ships that pirates used were stolen or obtained in a mutiny. Some were even acquired from privateers as these ships were fast and specially designed for the purpose of pursuit. A pirate could command several ships, the most famous multi-ship pirate being Bartholomew Roberts, who owned six ships through his colorful career.
A pirate ship was an interesting place to be in. It was a place where they lived, and it was always battle-ready! Though the crew lived together, there were special cabins for the captain and the quartermaster. The ship also had a storeroom where the booty was kept. It carried plenty of weapons and it was oh, so fast! Though some pirates used large ships, many preferred the faster sloops, brigantines and schooners.
Schooners were two-masted ships with narrow hulls and large spread of sail that made them fast, sometimes going over 11 knots.
The brigantine had a foremast, usually with square-rigged sails. The main masts with a fore-and-aft and square-rigged topsail could move in any wind condition. It was about 80 feet long, 150 tons and could carry up to 100 men and 12 guns.
The sloops were small, single-masted craft with an enormous sail spread which made them fast and agile. In the Caribbean, sloops were popular for their speed and ability to enter shallow waters, where larger battleships could not chase them. These vessels were also easy to remove barnacles from and were easy to keep in fighting fit shape. Warships, battleships and frigates became popular because of their weapon-carrying ability.
Thursday, April 8, 2010
how it's done...
this is how you do the pirate ladder. the guy's all slow too and just when you think he's gonna flip over, he regains his balance and continues.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
The Pirate Flags Glitter Collection
This is an Animated Music Video of Skull and Crossbones Pirate Flags shinning like Diamonds. And It Freature Pirates of Penzance Music.
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Pirate Flags
When a pirate's flag was seen, it struck fear into the hearts of prospective victims. Many gave up as soon as they saw the flag. The early pirates flew a red flag, presumably as a warning not to oppose or fight back. This was known as the Bloody Flag and it was flown along with the national flag of their country. Pirates raised the black flag if the vessel under attack showed resistance and it sent out a clear warning that "no quarter would be given".
Pirates used symbols as part of their strategy to instill fear. Skeletons, flaming swords, and hourglasses were among their favorite symbols. The most popular was the "Jolly Roger", a white skull-and-crossbones on a black background. This was probably derived from the French flag known as "Jolie Rouge" or "rouge laws" in England which were meant for dealing with thieves and vagabonds. The word Roger could have originated from this. Or, the name could have even come from the very macho concept of the raging bull as Roger was a name commonly given by the English to their stud bull.
The skull-and-crossbones symbol was the symbol of death. Associated symbols like the raised glass could have meant that the pirate was toasting death, while dancing skeletons meant flirting with death. Sometimes, two or three symbols were used together.
The much-feared Blackbeard flag had a horned skeleton holding an hourglass and a spear next to a bleeding heart. Along with the skull-and-crossbones flag, Bartholomew Roberts had a complex flag showing a pirate holding an hourglass alongside a skeleton clutching a spear. These symbols could have reflected the feelings of the pirates as well as the fear they wished to evoke.
Today the Jolly Roger has become a symbol of adventure and possibly the most recognizable symbol of piracy. But behind the mask of adventure on the high seas, lies many a tale of horror and bloodshed!
Ships were altered to make space for guns, and the expression "making her flush," meant removing and adjusting the ship to make room for fighting. Extra guns were fitted by piercing the hull, while timber made the ship stronger to handle the extra weaponry. Swivel guns were mounted on gunwales for easy operation.
Modern pirate ships are swifter and outfitted with high-tech equipment. It is suspected that they use satellites to spy on cargo ships and tankers. They have modern artillery, and accessories like scooters and smaller vessels that allow them to attack and get back to the main ship. They are quieter and do not announce their coming, much unlike a 17th century ship that proudly set up sail that made ships surrender out of fear!
Monday, April 5, 2010
Flags For Home and Garden Decor
Have you ever wanted to add creative elegance to your porch, garden, deck or wall? Decorative flags may be just the right ingredient for that special finishing touch. A friend of mine has a home with a tall wooden fence next to the garden path. She hung large rainbow flags from the top of the fence. The result was absolutely stunning. The sky is the limit when it comes to decorating with flags. Today designers have created flags that are beautiful works of art. There are colors, themes and sizes that will enhance any area of your home. For those of you who have an entry porch that would benefit from an uplifting splash of color a flag may be just the ticket for you. If you have a wall that is boring, then consider hanging a banner to cheer it up. It is easy to be creative when decorating with flags. Whether you choose to be flashy or understated you will find the flag fits the bill.
Flags are available in themes for the country home, the traditional home, the contemporary home, the desert home, the log home and the sea side cottage. There are even gorgeous flags that render a touch of Asian inspiration. I personally love the Native American designs that are bright and bold. For those of you who love animals, it is really a banquet of delight. You will be amazed at the fantastic designs that feature cats, dogs, horses, cows, rooster, penguins, polar bears, moose, wolves, geese, sheep, pigs and even flamingos. If you live near the ocean, you might be interested in a lighthouse flag, a boat flag or a flag that paints a picture of marine life. I know of a couple who even flew flamingo flags from the bow of their boat. So whether you are decorating a home, an office, a garden or a barn there is a flag that will meet your needs.
Are you planning a party? Consider a flag to welcome your guests. You will be happy to know that flags are available for graduations, birthdays, retirements, weddings and every holiday that we celebrate throughout the year. Flags will add a touch of cheer to any celebration.
You will find flags to enhance every season of the year. Harvest moons, snow capped mountains, spring and sunny beaches are all common flag themes. Fall, winter, spring and summer have not been left out of the equation. Dancing leaves, daffodils, bluebirds, budding iris and colorful ladybugs are just a few of the treasures to be discovered. The possibilities and choices offer a wonderland of decorating ideas for both the home and garden.
So go ahead and express yourself, be creative and have fun with flags.
Sunday, April 4, 2010
What Are Some Red Flags In Relationships?
I am often asked what my 'red flags' are as a therapist when I am counseling a couple and I sense he might be dangerous. There certainly ARE specific things that I have trained my ear to listen for because they are often indicators of more serious problems often attached to dangerous behavior.
These include:
* Pacing of the relationship. If its 24/7 it's not that he's "just that into you." Pathological men have agendas about getting the relationship to appear 'intense' and 'deep' quickly. They want to usher you into the middle of the relationship before you figure out his agenda or respond to your own red flags. Predators have told me in group that their move is to 'sweep them off their feet' by overwhelming them with intensity of emotion, time, and gifts. Women who get into intense relationships in which quickly they are seeing each other constantly, not having an outside life, and have the sensation of being 'breathless' from the pace of the relationship are often with a dangerous man. Many different types of dangerous men often try to move in quickly or marry quickly. Both of which should be a red flag to a woman. Women should always be in charge of the pace of the relationship which should be SLOW. Women should also change the pace of the relationship and see how he responds. Normal men accept that you ask for more time to yourself, dangerous men do not. They guilt and shame you into keeping the pace at THEIR rate, not yours.
* Serial Relationships. Women often ignore a man's history of failed relationships. Guys with histories of multiple failed relationships have difficulty being alone so they rapidly seek other relationships without reflection on the failed one. This lack of insight in the failed relationship increases his pacing so that women are hurried into a relationship before figuring 'why' he has so many failed relationships. One clue I always listen for is his relational history--how many relationships, why they ended, what he has to say about his own responsibility in them ending, and what he says about the woman now. Men who take no responsibility for their actions often have mental health issues as do men who never say anything good about any of the women they have been with.
* His History. Women need to find information about his criminal, mental health, and relationship history. The best predictor of future behavior is past behavior. There are on-line background search sites that can do this. Women often discount a man's criminal history. His criminal history is good predictors of future violence, other criminality and sometimes mental health issues. Likewise, his mental health history matters! If he has been diagnosed with a mental condition, most conditions INCREASE with time, age, and stress. Mental conditions are highly unpredictable and how he appears 'now' is not a guarantee of any stability in the future. All of his histories matter: criminal, mental health, and relational.
* Enduring Patterns of Behavior. Women often believe they can 'change' men once they are in a relationship with it. It's one of our characteristics we don't like to admit! But it is often part of our belief system. But if he has 'always been this way' he may have a pathological disorder which is determined by looking at enduring patterns of behavior that don't change. Chronic womanizing, unrelenting unemployment, long histories of addictions, etc. are all examples of enduring patterns of behavior. We begin to suspect pathological (which means a permanent disorder) when people have long histories of certain behaviors. These behaviors will not be changed by you, or likely, anyone else, including professionals.
* His pattern of selection. The types of women he has dated can reveal the type of woman he targets. A history of emotionally unhealthy women should be a red flag. Some men love victimized women, others like women with low self esteem, or financially dependent women. What are the women like he has been with and why are you now one he wants to be with?
If these are red flags for me, they certainly should be for women as well. Women who end up with dangerous man-after-dangerous man is women who ignore the warning signs, like these, and often 'hope' they are going to get different results than what the professionals are advising. Don't be one of them!
For more information on dangerous relationships see http://www.HowToSpotADangerousMan.com
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