11.29.09
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Geraldine S. Buchholz
Geraldine S. Buchholz, Mystic, was inducted as a member of the University of New Haven (UNH) Order of the Golden Chargers at the 12th Annual Golden Charger Luncheon and Commencement Celebration on Saturday, June 6. This event took place during the Third Annual Alumni Weekend at UNH. Golden Chargers are UNH alumni who graduated 50 or more years ago or are over 70 years old.
Thirty-five alumni were inducted into the Order of the Golden Chargers during the luncheon, and honorary degrees were awarded to 48 UNH alumni who graduated 50 or more years ago with an associate’s degree from the former New Haven College.
In an emotional ceremony held on the anniversary of D-Day, which marks the first day of the Allied invasion of Normandy during World War II, dozens of veterans also were recognized and applauded for their military service. All of those honored were able to earn their associate’s degrees, but were unable for a variety of reasons to return to college to earn their bachelor’s.
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11.27.09
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Ay, Caramba! You’ve gone on that long awaited vacation to Mexico and all of sudden you 1. Are sick 2. Had your money stolen or 3. Are stuck alone on a roadside! At World Nomads we’re lucky to have lots of friends in the travel industry, we polled them to give you the very best tips staying safe in Mexico.
1. Learn the Lingo.
A little bit of Spanish goes a long way! Try your hardest with the locals and it will get you a lot further than simply trying to get them to understand English.
Daniel Radcliffe,? Volunteer HQ
2. Drink responsibly.?
The variety of tequila is simply overwhelming, so was the hangover! Drink responsibly and test new alcohols cautiously and with friends that can watch out for you. No matter what your friends say don’t eat the worm in the Tequila bottle!!
Mat Lewis, i-to-i
3. Stay alert!????
If you get far off the beaten path (for example, deep in the Copper Canyon) and see fancy late-model pickups and gated driveways, know that you're in a drug growing and trafficking area and get the hell out of there.
Josh Steinitz, Nile Guide
4. Check the water.??
Don’t drink the water also means don’t drink the ice! Check with your hotel or restaurant if the ice is made with purified water, same goes for anything that would be washed in water during preparation like salads.
Christina Tunnah, World Nomads
5. Get directions.??
Rural roads can be bad. Very, very bad. Make sure your vehicle can handle them. The last thing you want is your rental to break down, your cell phone doesn’t work and no one speaks English. Check with the locals on which routes are the safest to take.
Kathy Dragon, Travel Dragon
It always helps to know a little bit of the local language, so have a quick study of the below:
?Hola! = Hello
Buenos Dias = Good Day
Buenas Noches = Good Night
Gracias = Thank You
De Nada = You’re Welcome
?Cuanto Cuesta? = How Much?
?A Que Hora? = At What Time?
?Donde esta el baño? = Where is the bathroom?
?Emergencia! = Emergency!
?Ayudame por favor! = Help me please!
Keen to learn more?
If you want to learn more Spanish in prep for your trip, check out our FREE Spanish Language Guides. If you’re determined to nail more than just the basics, check out our latest Spanish Language Guide PLUS iPhone app with over 500 phrases!
What did you learn in Mexico and wish you knew before you went?? Leave us a comment...
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11.25.09
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So you’ve packed your common sense and are all ready to go out and explore the world, but remember that old Boy Scout motto? ‘always be prepared!’ By taking some basic security precautions both prior to departure and while away, women travelers can greatly reduce the travel risks they might otherwise face. We searched the web for a experts on travel safety for women and here is what we’ve come up with.
What the Detectives Have to Say:
Jade, an Australian police detective, recommends the following for women traveling alone:
“My number one tip is when going out to remember to get the business card of where you are staying before you head out to show to the cab driver/tuk tuk driver/donkey to get home again.
I make sure now that someone knows where I am and when they are next likely to hear from me again just in case something goes wrong in between. I take a mobile with me for emergencies when I'm on my own too.
It’s just about trying to maintain a balance between having a great time and keeping myself safe.”
What the Experts Suggest:
We found some great safety tips for women over at KevinCoffee.com, such as:
- Study a map before going out; once on the street, use a pocket-size guidebook to avoid looking like a tourist. Your hotel's concierge or a female employee can mark any dangerous areas on your map.
- Avoid jewelry–even a chain that's fake gold can be ripped off your neck. Do consider wearing a wedding ring.
- Talk to female passengers and flight attendants on the plane about the safety of your destination.
- In public rest rooms, use the corner stall.
- Stand near the elevator buttons with your back to the wall; if threatened, push all the buttons at once with your back.
- Request one near the elevators and away from any renovation work. Have your key out when you leave the elevator.
To see the full list of tips have a look over at KevinCoffee.com
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11.23.09
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There are many time-honoured herbs which you can use for the enlargement of your breasts. I have been lucky to get an thinking about the herbs which are good for breast enlargement; these types of plants really deliver results if you are able to get them in their fresh form. You ought to also know this some of them have portion effects, so you should put presently into agreement when taking herbs for breast enlargement.
The best way to use herbs to enlarge the size of your breasts is to use few of them. There is no yen to try many herbs or continuing to take them in significant amounts. You should take them in small amounts. If you take them in large amounts, you am able to be reducing their enlarging development. Herbal breast enlargement is not all that popular, but it does not also mean so people do not go for it.
The herbs for boob enlargement are:
1. Fenugreek
Fenugreek is a approved flavor which has been used as healing herb for many years now. It is a great phytoestrogen and it is one of the effective luteotropin excitants. The two boob enlargement hormones the are efficient for our person are estrogen and prolactin. When you take fenugreek, it is heading to give you these two hormones the electricity to increase in interest. Some ladies own felt possible results from taking small quantities of fenugreek, to talk of when you take large quantities.
2. Red clover
Individually from being used to enlarge the breasts, they are furthermore used for the attention of cancer and coughs. There are two varieties of red clover, we have the luteotropin and the compose genistein. Genistein is very healthy for the growth of the breast due to the fact that it attached to the estradiol receptors which are related to the growth of the breast.
3. Saw palmetto
This is a type of berries which are traceable to traditional Native American. It is a outstandingly favourite herb in America. It is usually expended by men to cure hypertrophied prostrate, but it is also beneficial to the ladies.
Link to this post: http://breasthealth.blogbuddy.ca/2009/breast-augmentation/natural-breast-enlargement/beautiful-breast-herbs-for-enlarging-the-breast/
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11.21.09
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If you’re traveling to Argentina you’ll most likely stop in Buenos Aires, which is by most accounts a very safe city, and local police keep it that way by actively patrolling all tourist areas. Violent crime is extremely rare, and smaller towns in Argentina are even safer than Buenos Aires.
Nevertheless, it is important to remember there are always pickpockets in tourist areas on the lookout for easy prey. Always protect your valuables and keep your passport and tickets in a safe at your hotel. The Buenos Aires barrio of La Boca, just a few blocks away from the famous street Caminito, has seen a number of thefts lately. Take special care when you’re in this area.
We know there is a lot to read before going to Argentina so we asked our friends in the adventure travel space to give us some tips on what they wish they knew before they went to Argentina. Have a read below, we hope it helps and please feel free to add your own suggestions to the comments section below.
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1. Carry Change.
Check your 100 peso note BEFORE giving it to the shop assistant – they can claim it was counterfeit and give you back the counterfeit! Also, coins are like gold. It’s hard to get change anywhere and you can’t take a bus without coins! Mat Lewis, i-to-i
2. Avoid demonstrations.
They happen all too regularly in Buenos Aires and occasionally can get a bit violent. Agustina Marmol, Dolomite Mountains
3. Know Your Bearings.
Always know where you are on the map. Buenos Aires is the kind of place where fancier, tourist-friendly neighborhoods are directly adjacent to some rough spots. Josh Steinitz, NileGuide
4. Take Taxis at Night.
Buenos Aires is safe for women traveling and sightseeing alone, but you should be aware that the men there will whistle at you when you pass by, and comment on your looks. During the night it’s better to take a taxi to where you are headed instead of walking the streets alone, that applies if you are travelling alone or not, especially for La Boca area. Antonija, GeckoGo
5. Beware of Dogs.
There are large packs of dogs hanging around some of the bus stations, so beware. Most of the time they won’t bother you but it’s always better to travel with a friend, power in numbers. Christina Tunnah, WorldNomads
For some practical information on traveling in Argentina visit Kwintessential for tips on etiquette and customs.
Need some handy Spanish travel phrases? Try our Spanish Language App.
What did you learn in Argentina and wish you knew before you went?? Leave us a comment...
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