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RED SCHOOL BUS & GREEN LIFE/ DJ SANDOORS home
This is the RED GATE FARM Plantation / Rv park entrance. Savannah Ga We took three of our animal friends to live on the RED SCHOOL BUS. Small, cozy home on wheels that opens to the big natural world. Film recorded May 01/2008 with PANASONIC AG-DVC 20 MUSIC Jens Buchert ( JEBU records ) Thank you ! beatport.com Bus is 1991 CARPENTER (DETROIT TURBO DIESEL ) Support Dj sandoors Buy relaxing 47 min long Smoky Mountains Road trip DVD info and store www.createspace.com check introducing versions on my channels
The Strange Cravings
Ice cream and pickles, butterscotch pudding with relish, cherry peppers and pickled okra. Writing about this just makes my stomach turn. However, if I were pregnant my mouth would be watering right now. Though there is no agreed-upon explanation for them, but food cravings are extremely common during pregnancy.
There will be foods you can’t seem to stomach, and there will be foods you just can’t get enough of. Some experts believe the cause is raging hormones. Just like when you crave certain foods during your menstrual cycle due to hormones, the same thing happens during pregnancy. These cravings are so strong that it could make pregnancy nutrition quite a challenge during these times!
Pregnancy Nutrition and a Balanced Diet. Knowing more about nutrition during pregnancy is the best thing you can do for you and your baby. Your food cravings may not be a problem if you seem to be craving healthier foods, like fruit or milk. But what do you do when you are craving that hot fudge sundae?
If high calorie, high-sugar and/or high-fat foods are what you crave, you’ll have to exercise mind over matter on occasion. Pregnancy nutrition isn’t about these foods! Giving in to cravings every time especially if they are frequent, is a good way to pack on more pounds than you intended. In addition, if you seem to be craving and eating a lot of one certain food and not eating much of anything else, you may become deficient in important nutrients over time.
Reward yourself. Every time you choose an apple over a candy bar reward yourself. Buy yourself a shirt, get a pedicure or buy a pregnancy magazine. You will feel better that you passed up that candy bar in the end when you don’t have all that weight to lose. As you fight through those weeks your cravings will get less intense. Do your best to fit your cravings into a nutritionally balanced diet. As long as you are eating a balanced diet and getting the essential nutrients you need for you and your baby, giving in to your cravings once in a while is probably fine.
4 tips to eating better food when your baby is in your belly!
Try some of these helpful hints to work cravings into your balanced diet:
1. Eat a good, healthy breakfast. Skipping meals such as breakfast can increase the cravings for certain foods later in the day.
2. Eat plenty of complex carbohydrates. Such as whole-wheat breads, brown rice, whole-grain cereals, and pasta. Complex carbohydrates take longer to digest and therefore help to keep blood sugar levels consistent. Dips in blood sugar can cause cravings.
3. Work the foods you crave into a nutritional diet. If you crave chocolate, try chocolate milk. If you crave ice cream, add sliced fruit such as bananas or strawberries your ice cream and give it a nutritional punch.
4. Indulge in your healthy cravings. Try to find healthier alternatives to your unhealthy ones most of the time. For example, substitute nonfat frozen yogurt if you crave ice cream or pretzels if you crave chips.
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Put a Little South in Your Mouth
I travel with my job, going to cities all over North America on fashion photoshoots. I art direct at these shoots and work closely with different fashion photographer’s to make great pictures.
I also do photography myself, I love it. While I don’t usually shoot commercially (not liking the pressure to get the “perfect shot”) I prefer to dream it, to be creative, to compose and “see it”.
While I have shot (and do still shoot) professionally on occasion. My professional life is direction.
I carry camera equipment with me everywhere. I am the annoying one on the plane with the big heavy bag. Its equipment ok? I don’t want it hurt or lost. Traveling men on planes get so sassy with me. Oh well.
Savannah. I have spent some quality time there. The city itself is great. Old, southern, established moss covered trees. There is a great soul to the city. The people are so friendly…
Places to visit while there -
I highly recommend The Mansion on Forsythe Park. The art work in this hotel is AMAZING. On display is an historic hat collection…
Its a little Vampire LeStat, lots of red Victorian-esque furniture, billowy curtains and one of the biggest claw foot bath tubs I’ve ever seen…
The staff is very nice, accommodating and give great service. I stayed there for almost 3 weeks.
Biggest thrill at the hotel? Seeing Michael Douglas, and Catherine Zeta Jones while staying here… she is incredible. I was just finishing a 12 hour day at the shoot, and looked like a troll. Story of my life.
Murphy’s Law Irish Pub looks and tastes just like Ireland.
Biggest thrill at the Pub? I went on Halloween and was rapped in the head with a wand, by a man in a hoop dress claiming to be my “fairy godmother”.
Paris Market & Brocante (http://www.theparismarket.com/) LOVE this shop. You can find many things here, from Jewelry, handbags, stationary to antique religious icons and relics. While here GET A CUPCAKE. Wash it down with ice cold water mixed with fresh fruit. Refreshing.
Biggest thrill at shop? finding photos of the cast from the French version of Little House on the Prairie. Odd.
Tybee Island
Quaint, wonderful. When you drive there from Savannah, your route takes you through the low country. Moss covered trees and miles of tall grass in swampy ground… lovely.
Tybee has lovely beaches, and lovely people. There is great seafood shack. The North Beach Grill. The picture below was taken while we were shooting there. Not a good shot, but you get the idea.
On our crew are a bunch of foodies (crazy neurotic food people) and they LOVED it. Go, you won’t be sorry.
One last thing. While I was scouting for places to shoot in Savannah, I met the inventor of these candles called “Low Country Luxe” (http://lowcountryluxe.com/). She gave me a candle and I am happy to report, it was wonderful. They are long burning, beautifully packaged and made with soy. I love these!
Savannah is well worth a visit. There is an art college there, so the whole town has an artistic beat, there is art everywhere. The old town squares in the Historic District (I think there are 20 or so) are quaint and need to be seen.
I love Savannah.
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Buying Waterfront Land in Georgia
Buying the ideal lot of acreage with a beautiful view of the water is a dream shared by many. In the Southern United States lies Georgia, a growing region with plenty of acreage for sale. The Peach state accommodates the interests of city dwellers, ranchers, farmers, and you guessed it – those in search of waterfront land for sale.
Have a look at why Georgia land for sale is prized among many real estate prospectors who yearn for trickling streams, ocean tides and deep blue waters.
Georgia Land for Sale — An Overview of State Geography and Climate
Georgia has a truly unique and varied terrain with plenty of mountain ranges, deep valleys and woodlands. There is a gorgeous mixture of vegetation, including yellow jasmine, mountain laurel, maple, oak, cypress and pine trees.
Most of Georgia has a subtropical climate, with high humidity and hot summer nights. The Georgia Piedmont is much cooler, however, as are the mountainous regions of the state.
Georgia Land for Sale — Acreage With Lakes, Rivers and Creeks
Land for sale in Georgia is teeming with several bodies of water, including an abundance of streams, lakes and rivers. In the mountains of Northern Georgia, you can purchase lakefront acreage for sale in places like Blue Ridge Lake, Nottle Lake and Lake Catuge. You can find more great lakes in the heart of Georgia, such as Lake Sinclair, where you can enjoy water skiing and boating activities.
If you prefer riverfront property as the sight for your new home or vacation spot, purchase some land for sale next to the banks of the Toccoa or Coosawattee River. Or, head to the flowing waters of Little Rock Creek and Fightingtown Creek.
Georgia Land for Sale — Coastal Properties
Part of Georgia is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. In fact, the state has approximately 100 miles of coastal acreage. You can find plenty of coastal Georgia land for sale among the Golden Isles, including St. Simons, Sea Island, Jekyll Island and Little St. Simons Island.
Savannah is another great place to purchase coastal acreage for sale. You can find marshview acreage or waterfront land for sale in places like Tybee Island, Dutch Island and Coffee Bluff.
As you can see, there are numerous options when it comes to waterfront land for sale in Georgia. Additionally, in line with the continuous economic growth, acreage for sale in Georgia is that much more appealing. Georgia land for sale may be the ideal way to carve out your own slice of waterfront paradise and enjoy a solid investment at the same time.
10 Nightclubs to Visit in Barcelona
Barcelona attracts a lot of young visitors with its vibrant nightlife. The international crowd of travellers and students gives the city a cosmopolitan flavour, fuelling trendy nightclubs and all-night parties. It has a reputation as a fiesta town for many reasons. Here are ten of them:
1. Razzmatazz- One of the most popular nightclubs, Razzmatazz is at the top of the indie scene in Barcelona. Bands like The Killers and Kasabian play regularly, and on an off night they still have great rock, pop, electro and punk tunes playing in their three different rooms. Located on Pamplona 88 in the Poble Nou district, Razzmatazz is open weekends from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m.
2. Moog- Located in the Gothic Quarter and decorated to match its surroundings, Moog’s industrial look combined with its trendy crowd and techno beats make for a long night of dancing and drinking. Moog is found at Arc de Teatre 3, open daily midnight – 5 a.m.
3. Elephant- One of the more upscale clubs in Barcelona, this spot is frequented by the trendiest of the trend-setters. Dress to impress or you might get turned away at the door. Found at Passage del Tillers in la Zona Universitaria, open Thurs-Sat 11-30 p.m. to 5 a.m.
4. Pacha- Named after its sister club in Ibiza, the Barcelona version does not disappoint, attracting world-renowned DJs and hip crowds. Dress code- no sneakers. Located at Av. Doctor Maranon, open midnight – 6 a.m.
5. Otto Zutz- Great music and a more mature crowd make this place a long-lasting favourite. The club is located at the Carrer de Lincoln, at Fontana and is open midnight – 5 a.m.
6. Sutton- If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the young and fashionable, maybe the older crowd at this relaxed nightclub will ease your nerves. To be found at Calle Tuset 13 and is open from 11 p.m. – 3 a.m.
7. Piratas- No tour of Barcelona’s nightlife would be complete without seeing the spectacle that is Piratas. If you’re up for an adventure then you should see this show on Calle Muntanya and open weekends from midnight – 6 a.m.
8. Bikini- Playing hip-hop, house and funk in a cool, casual venue, it attracts quality performers and a diverse crowd. The club is at Deu i Mata 105, at Entenca, open from midnight – 5 a.m.
9. Baja Beach Club- Located on the beach, the atmosphere is appropriately casual but that does not stop anyone from partying until sunrise. You will find this club at Paseo Maritimo 34 open from 10.30 p.m. to 5 a.m.
10. Jamboree- Located in the Plaza Real, this little hideout offers something different from the usual techno-pumping clubs, with live music earlier and hip-hop played after the sets. Open 11-00 p.m. – 5 a.m.
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Listening Strategies
We spend our lives being taught how to read, how to write, and how to speak. We generally have very little training on how to listen. This is big problem since listening is a top-level skill in a world where the spoken word is so important.
To understand the skills involved with listening, we need first to understand that our minds provide us with 128 bandwidth window to the universe. Any information from the outside world must enter through this window. The problem is that part of that bandwidth is used up with process functions things like I’m hot, I’m cold, I’m hungry, I need to go to the restroom. Do you remember how hard it is to pay attention to someone when you have to go to the restroom really bad?
The remaining bandwidth is used up with all of your other senses. What you see, what you smell, what you feel with your fingers. The practice of good listening involves moving these other senses to a subordinate mind function so that they are out of the way of incoming sound.
Good listening is not a simple function, though it is instinctual. Our ancestors on the savannah millions of years ago relied on listening skills to survive. This began to change as language functions developed. The change was specific to what was being listened for: movement in the brush or fundamental language components or both. When you consider that language components also include the evaluation of emotion, the complexity of listening becomes evident. It is no longer just what is said, but how it is said.
The importance of contextual information, such as emotion, can be seen in the modern day court room. Lawyers and judges are relying more and more on reading court room transcripts to evaluate what was said and make life changing decisions. The problem is manifested in what is lost in a transcript. A transcript cannot tell you anything about tone of voice, voice inflection or emotion. To understand this problem, consider how many ways that you can say the words “shut up” and how the meaning changes with how you say it.
Listening involves several sub processes. There is the physical aspect of hearing, which is a physical process of sound waves hitting the ear drum. Listening also involves the processing of language and critically analyzing the received information. Lastly it involves formulating action. This can be a verbal response or maybe even a mechanical response such as “fight or flight”.
There are four basic listening strategies. These are “not listening”, “listening for reinforcement”, “listening with the intent to reply” and “listening with the intent to understand”.
The first skill is “not listening”. Not listening is the process of tuning out sound coming into your brain. This is the most used listening strategy in humans. It involves tuning out one noise source in favor of another. An example might be listening to someone speak while sitting in the food court of your local shopping mall. You are selectively tuning out the noise coming from other people around you in order to selectively hear the voice of the person that you are communicating with. This is an important strategy as you can tell, but some people do not have the ability to tune out the noise in their surroundings. This obviously makes it very difficult for them to understand what is being said to them.
The next tragedy is listening for reinforcement. This involves listening with little to no critical analysis. This is how you listen when you are being told what you want to hear. An example might be listening to political opinion or spin makers. Sometimes this is a listening strategy we apply when we are sitting in church. Its overriding characteristic is the lack of critical analysis. In other words, this strategy’s weakness is it failure to challenge the information that is coming into your brain in order to interpret its correctness or truthfulness. Does this sound familiar in our culture?
The third listening strategy is listening with the intent to reply. This is how you listen when you are emotional or in an interesting discussion. We utilize this strategy anytime we feel that what we want to say is more important than what anybody around is saying. An example of this type of listening skill would be a situation where you are arguing or you are listening defensively. You wind up subordinating the words of the people speaking to you in favor of the words you are formulating in your mind. The critical analysis applied here is not applied to the words you hear. It is applied instead to the words you want to say. This makes it very difficult to accurately get the other person’s meaning. Have you heard a person ask a question and receive an answer to a completely different question? If so, you witnessed someone listening with intent to reply instead of with the intent to understand.
The fourth listening strategy is listening with the intent to understand. Specifically, this is listening with the intent to understand more than the spoken words. This is how you listen when you watch television. Visualize how you feel when you are watching a program you are interested in on television and right at the moment that you are paying the most attention someone comes in and begins to speak to you. How does that make you feel? It probably makes you feel uncomfortable, stressed and maybe even angry.
This listening strategy involves listening between the words for meaning, truthfulness and motive. When using this strategy you are able to critically analyze the information coming into your mind. This allows you to get the speakers story, to fully understand their angle, their motivation and what their true needs and wants might be. In consultative sales, this type of listening is critical. You have to understand what the shopper needs, what they are afraid of, and what their potential objections are. Without this information, the sales person is not likely to close the sale.
The point to this discussion is this. Just like our ancestors on the savannah needed good listening skills to survive, we too must have good listen skills to survive. The specific strategy may have changed over the past millions of years, but the results of poor listening have not. Our ancestors might get killed by a predator if the listened poorly, we on the other hand will be used up by lies, missed opportunities and a general failure to recognize the predators in our culture.
I cannot finish this discussion without giving you a way to improve your listening skills. Here is a practice strategy that works for me. I practice evaluating what listening strategy I am using anytime I am involved in communication with another human being. Once determined, I will consciously switch to listening with the intent to understand. The idea is to understand the person speaking to me at a deeper level than they understand me. That places me in a more informed and powerful position than the other person. It also means that I am in a better position to help that person, explain my opinion or defend myself from that person.
One last point. Do not misunderstand my motivation in writing this piece. The object is not to become a person who uses words to subvert others, to become a predator. Instead it comes from my desire to make a contribution to the culture in which I live. Imagine how quiet it would get if everyone began listening with the intent to understand.
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