RHILA 17 
1. I do agree with Castiglione39s description of an IDEAL man. His description describes a man who is more towards education and is able to manage doing other things being athletic respectful towards a woman etc. I believe that if a man really knows what he wants and knows how to accomplish his goal he will be really successful. I do not think there are enough men that fit into Castiglione
February 5th, 2012
Goede tijden slechte tijden...
Goede tijden slechte tijden... Het is erg wennen om jullie niet zo vaak te kunnen porren vanuit Thailand dan ik zou willen. Om me heen zie ik medereizigers die meer moeite hebben facebook te negeren. Wat facebook betreft op Khao San Road heb je niet alleen kaartjes voor Lowlands in de aanbieding schijnbaar kun je er voor 1000 baht 25 virtuele vrienden kopen Degene die interesse hebben mail me
February 5th, 2012
RIHLA 17
I do agree with Castiglione39s description of the ideal man. In his description a man is well rounded. Women are also included in his description because he said men should respect women. Besides women he describes a man to be athletic social caring and positive. I think Castiglione described men to be the way he did because there needed to be a change. It was the time of rebirth or known as
February 5th, 2012
Week Five
Sierra NorteThis weekend we took a hiking trip to Sierra Norte the mountain range just east of Oaxaca City. The area has recently become a popular site for ecotourism which has helped to bolster the community and create jobs.Anyways as far as the trip goes it was an adventure. Really any attempt at planning a trip in Mexico is an adventure so who am I kidding in thinking this was any differen
February 5th, 2012
Day 13 New York
Enjoyed a quiet night last night to round out our trip in Playa del Carmen. With a 7am pickup from the resort we made sure that we did all of our packing last night so we could just get up and go.We endured our roughest flight of the trip with it being a very cloudy day and some below average weather. It also didn39t help having a young girl sitting next to us whose parents didn39t know how
February 5th, 2012
Travels with Snowbirds 2012 Orlando FL
Saturday February 4 2012The last day at Thousand Trails Orlando for 2012Things I will missGinnie and George and LinusThe frequent visits of the Sandhill CranesThe tortoises walking aroundThe nightly serenade of the fireworks from DisneyworldThe pleasant people who have become neighborsThings I will not missThe constant dust from cars driving by on the roadwayThe speeders on the road in front o
February 5th, 2012
San Francisco Sights Sounds Laser Conference SPIE and The ...
I was having a really busy work week last week. I was rushing some AutoCAD and was running to meetings that took long shuttle rides to get to. But Thursday made up for it when I got to go to a laser conference. It was held at Moscone Center which is easily one of the most confusing places I39ve been to since there39s all these wings.However after getting inside I39m pretty sure the
February 5th, 2012
Entry to Australia...namely a lovely place called Townsville
And its onto Australia..namely Townsville my new home for the next 5 weeks Hope whoever reads this has a drink whether a brew or a alcoholic beverage and a 3 course meal to hand as it is a long blog this time and Im sorry if I bore everyone Here goes I arrived at Magnetic Island terminal to see my good friend Kate Atherton For those who dont know Kate and I are friends fro
February 5th, 2012
Temptation
Today was mostly another day off. I need to pace myself during big festivals otherwise I burn out. The main event today was a concert of Christian rock music so I figured it was a good day to rest. It did have one major highlight. I went to Gryslain. This restaurant is set up like a Parisian bistro. While they serve very good gourmet sandwiches that is just the sideshow. Gryslain is run by one
February 5th, 2012
RIHLA 17
ltgt1. ltgtDo you agree with Castiglione39s description of what makes a man IDEAL Why or why not Do you think men like that exist todayI do not agree with Castigliones description of what makes a man ideal because not all men are interested in art music and look for personality in a woman rather than appearance. I do not like that Castiglione wanted men to do so many
February 5th, 2012
Day 39 Raleigh Washington DC.
Yet another driving day the second last driving day though Today was all about getting to Washington DC. We had a lunch stop and a bathroom break but other than that it was a direct drive. We arrived around 2.30pm at Arlington National Cemetry just outside of the main part of Washington DC. This is the a cemetry where various military personnel are burried and it is also the home of the Tomb
February 5th, 2012
The big chill
One of the reasons we had been looking forward to visiting La Paz was that it has a reputation for nice food only ever a good thing We stayed in a fantastic hostel which even served eggs for breakfast a luxury worth its weight in gold We made an effort to eat somewhere different each night and one Indian one Middle Eastern one Mexican and a ridiculous Pizza over 1 meter across later we fe
February 5th, 2012
A Tale of Two Cities Part 2 Mother Nature names her price
Two nights safely spent in Christchurch three nights four...still I haven39t felt a single quake or aftershock. I39m not sure if I39m more relieved or disappointed by this. Obviously I don39t want to be in a devastating earthquake anymore than I wish such terrifying aftershocks and damage on the already frayed nerves of Cantabrians. But a small part of me would like to feel the groun
February 5th, 2012
Joyful Noise
Todays first event is a slice of Southern culture that I have never seen in person. Southerners especially African Americans take marching bands very seriously. They have competitions to show off their skills. Today was the one for the Derby Festival. It began with a traditional African drumming group followed by the eight competition teams. They ranged from community groups to universities.
February 5th, 2012
Dancing the night away...
Hi folks the server on travel blog seem to be down and I39m trying to sort out why you aren39t getting notifications when I post a new blog. NOTE If you are reading this there is one you are missing called Lobster Steak On the Town. It is out of order due to the server being down So where was I Friday we moved to our new condo. It39s a lovely condo as well we just have to hike i
February 5th, 2012
Best Green Chili Burger in New Mexico
Work days continue to be varied and interesting. Our reason for volunteering in the first place was to have a new experience. We were certainly content with our travels in years past but felt that a change would be good for the spirit and the intellect. After a month here in Sevilleta we are finding that to be true. We are leaner and keener. Our latest outing was again as tour guides and dri
February 5th, 2012
Luminescent Visions
Today Im back in Louisville. As almost everyone knows this date is roughly a week before Louisvilles most famous event the Kentucky Derby. At first blush I figured I wanted to be nowhere near here this time of year. The Derby is popular so anywhere in town is crowded and parking is a nightmare. Even worse the event attracts a wealthy crowd so any decent accommodation will raise rates b
February 5th, 2012
RIHLA 17
1. I do agree with Castiglione39s description of what makes a man ideal. I do agree because it is true man is suppose to know how love respect smart and have to be strong. I agree because I like that in guys I like when they have all those qualities and if they don39t to me they look weak. I think few men like that exist in this generation I39ve heard so many from different girls a
February 5th, 2012
Natures Aftermath
My main goal for today was to drive back to Louisville Kentucky. This required going through part of the area hit by the storms a day earlier. I was not looking forward to it. Ironically the day itself was perfect weather wise. The temperature was in the high seventies without a cloud in the sky. It started with a little treat. While clearing my car top this morning I discovered a little cotto
February 5th, 2012
The Medina
The wailing began at 5.37 am the calling for prayers and we are situated right next to the mosque. His singing is grand but ear piercing. It is quiet again at 6am. Would be quite scary if you didnt know what it was.Breakfast consisted of pancakes wheat cakes yogurt jam tea and coffee. We have organised a guide for the day Ali. He is going to show us around the medina.The medina is home t
February 5th, 2012
Motorhome News from Morocco 3
Motorhome News from Morocco 31st February 2012From Sand in the Desert to Snow in the MountainsTodra Gorge Erfoud Merzouga Midelt Azrou Fes Volubilis Chefchaouen and back to the Med. It always makes sense to read the guide books before travelling. 39This walk is best done late morning39 it said.On this advice we left our campsite a little later than usual to drive up into the Todra G
February 5th, 2012
Kayaking Abel Tasman
Kayaking Abel Tasman Park today.....started out in Marahau with Abel Tasman Marahau Sea Kayak Company........our instructor Hanna was brilliant.......a pretty thorough briefing on safety etc. turned out to be essential The seas where from the south which meant they are not calm Every picture you see on a brochure or magaizine is bullshit lol......anyway out we went from Marahau to Observat
February 5th, 2012
From Picton to Kaiteriteri
Driving Day...........drove from Picton to Nelson and then to Kaiteriteri............just outside of Abel Tasman National Park. Spent a bit of time on the beach in Kaiteriteri explored the area and then found a great deal at a B B in Tapu Bay at Mark Taylor39s house.........great guy with lots of stories........he39s definitely a country boy..lol.......but a gem.......every night we stay
February 5th, 2012
On the piste at Isaberg
Nikki and Lauren arrived on Saturday 28th January. At 800 on Sunday we set off for Isaberg 100km. We collected skis etc and went for our first lesson. After some practice we were let loose on the Blue Run. Thankfully no major incidents.
February 5th, 2012
Casablanca To Fes
Fes to CasablancaWe woke late after a good nights sleep excluding the call for prayers which seems to happen every hour after 4am. The sun is rising rather late although it is the middle of winter. We have dramatically underestimated the amount of clothing needed for this trip some judicious shopping will be necessary 6 degrees in Fes this morning maximum 10. Our hotel The Moroccan House
February 5th, 2012
Rainy Day
Hi againWell its a dreary day here in Williamsburg nice and warm though still in the mid teens possibility of thunder later on.Chilled out weekend pumped for practise on Monday ready to get this golfing season officially underway.Superbowl Sunday tomorrow should be a great day of TV with adverts every 20 seconds....oh well GO GIANTSThats all for now
February 5th, 2012
Let it snow let it snow....
Saturday 21st January...it39s snowing in Goteborg... Sunday 22nd...revisit Gunnebo Slott....
February 5th, 2012
rihila 17
1. Do you agree with Castiglione39s description of what makes a man IDEAL Why or why not Do you think men like that exist todayI do agree with Castiglione39s description of the ideal man. A man needs to show knowledge and his true affections twoards women. I think a sort of mix between Castiglione39s and Machivelli is the ideal men that exist today. The man may show one side of how he
February 5th, 2012
Rihila 17
1. Do you agree with Castiglione39s description of what makes a man IDEAL Why or why not Do you think men like that exist todayI agree with Castiglione39s description of what makes a man ideal. He believes men should value the importance of knowledge and treat a woman with respect not to live off of otheres by making them fearful. I do not think their is men that are fully capatible with
February 5th, 2012
Oslo Birthday
Well it was a year late again but all the better for it.Stayed in a geat apartment with good friends.Not much snow but no rain either so very happy.Not the most exciting place in the world and v expensive but overall a great experience.Esp liked the viking ships from 850900 AD kinda makes you feel pretty small
February 5th, 2012
Lobster and steak on the town
Wowzie by about 9 am yesterday morning it was getting pretty hot. How HOT was it you ask HAHAHA alright never mind how hot it was. I won39t try and be a comedian again.Al went to sign up for diving lessons. They will start him off in a pool and they will take him out for his first dive on the barrier reef. Yes the Riviera Maya has the 2nd largest barrier reef in the world attracting divers
February 5th, 2012
2012.....Seaton's Hill Hyltens and Fiskeback Goteborg
Went for a walk at 39Seaton39s Hill39 an area famous for the Hunting Castle that George Seaton built on the hilltop between 1915 and 1918. It was destroyed by fire in 1923 leaving only the foundation. Following day was a walk around Fiskeback near Goteborg.
February 5th, 2012
M'pa Comprann Kreyol I don't understand Creole
After getting hasseled at LAX to buy a return ticket not making it thought security twice because I forgot to check the kitchen knives in my bag freezing still 5 minutes for an airport red alert barely making my flight cursing myself for choosing the middle seat in the only row that doesn39t recline bc it39s in front of the exit row for the overnighter almost not making it through cus
February 5th, 2012
RIHLA 17
1. I think that Castiglione39s description of the ideal man is somewhat true to a certain extenet. There aren39t many guys out there that are too crazy about education dancing in public etc. However there are some guys out there that are like that but not all. I don39t think that makes a man ideal. Some men value different things and to them that39s what makes them ideal.2. I th
February 5th, 2012
BUENOS AIRES
EL CENTROThis was the first stop on the first day of my tour. It contains the Plaza de Mayo the National Cathedral and the Presidential Palace and one of the two colonial Spanish building still standing in BA.The Plaza de Mayo is the traditional place where people go to protest government action. It is where the Mothers of the Disappeared launched their marches. It is where the crowds gathered to
February 5th, 2012
Cakes Couples Cyclists and the Hungarian Benny Hill Show
I mentioned before about Budapest not being somewhere that gave me any distinct images or pictures in my mind before I arrived there idaresay that chances are you may be the same meaning that you wont know about probably my favourite thing about this whole city the cakes.Of course the relative anonymity due to my ignorance may well have worked in its favour to an extent because while
February 5th, 2012
Me likea Melaka
Driving half the length of peninsula Malaysia is always going to take a long time. Luckily on Chinese New Year39s Day the vast majority of people were already visiting relatives so we had a fairly clear run all the way until we got South of Kuala Lumpur. Then the heavens opened visibility was reduced to a minimum the traffic started to crawl but still several drivers thought they could driv
February 5th, 2012
BUENOS AIRES
THE DISAPPEAREDDuring the reign of the junta over 30000 persons disappeared into the prisons and detention camps never to be heard from again. That is as large as the town of Trumbull. They were mainly college students or college teachers activists for democracy and considered a threat by the dictatorship. They were imprisoned tortured and finally drugged and taken for a final plane ride and d
February 5th, 2012
Denbighshire 2 The Marcher Lords and two eccentric ladies
What can you say about Chirk Castle Set in the pretty countryside near to the town of Chirk in the Ceiriog valley it is the classic heavily built squat Marcher style castle Built in the 13th century it lies low in the landscape and is pretty imposing. It is though a homely castle with a lived in feel. This is explained by the fact that although the house is owned and maintained by the National Tr
February 5th, 2012
Hard work pays off
Hey allI hope youre all well and happy because I know we all certainly are Progress on the wall is fantasticltspangtltspangt we are basically finished On Wednesday Friday we filled in the back of the wall with dirt required a lot of digging and hoeing mixed cement for the top of the wall and poured it into the top sideboards. The contractors have basically decided to use
February 5th, 2012
