Thursday, December 31, 2009

Tips For Decorating Your Tiki Bar


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Tiki bars became hugely popular in the early part of the 1900s, when traveling was becoming more accessible and popular, and the relaxed atmosphere of tropical Caribbean vacations and surfing was on everyone's mind. Today, tiki bars are making a sort of come back, as more and more people opt to have tiki bars in their homes or back yards instead of the typical wet bar. Tiki bars are eye-catching conversation pieces and always make for a great environment in which to relax and enjoy a few drinks with friends.

There are a ton of bamboo bar styles to choose form. But whether you get a large tiki bar for your back yard, or a compact, indoor tiki bar, the best part about it will be decorating it in your own unique way. Tiki bars are modeled after the traditional huts built buy natives of the Caribbean and tropical island regions. They employ wood, bamboo and thatched roofing. For a lot of people, spicing up the look and feel of their tiki bars becomes a kind of hobby, since it can be great fun to be always on the lookout for statues, mugs and accent furniture that will look great hanging from the wall of the tiki bar.

Tiki bar decor can be artistic and rustic, or it can be kitsch and outrageous; either way, the point of it is to be fun and to add to the atmosphere of relaxation and fun. Some standard must-have decorations include tiki torches, tiki masks, totem poles, tiki statues, bamboo stools and furniture, moai statues and much, much more. You can also find a lot of especially unique items by keeping your eye open when you go to thrift stores and estate sales.

And remember also that you don't always have to buy your tiki decorations. You can make them! For example, if you have an old, broken or unused surf board, you make it into a sign to hang up on the roof or wall of your tiki bar. With tiki bar decor, the possibilities are literally endless. As long as it contributes to the relaxed, Caribbean aesthetic of the tiki bar, it all works.




To learn more about how a tiki bar can be incorporated into your home or backyard decor please visit http://www.bambooandtikis.com

Wednesday, December 30, 2009

HW reports from Rano Raraku 2

A second report from the Camino de los Moais in the volcanic quarry of the crater of Rano Raraku on Easter Island. ... easter island rapa nui henry wriothesley percy rano raraku pacific moais moai



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IXDHg-GSk-I&hl=en

Tuesday, December 29, 2009

A Chic Chilean Chillout Destination


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Chile stretches 4,300 km along the southwest coast of South America, its geographical structure making the country itself eighteen times longer than its widest point. This long strip of landscape is full of surprises and Chile is known as a country of contrasts, with attractions ranging from ancient forests and beachside retreats to hot springs, canyons and mountainous valleys. This of course makes the perfect destination for a break away!

Northern Chile benefits from a tropical climate meaning there are plenty of idyllic locations where you can wine, dine and unwind in Chilean style. San Pedro de Atacama is a charming town that makes a great destination to visit in itself, as well as an ideal point to begin further exploration, due to its position in the heart of some of northern Chile's most spectacular scenery.

You could easily spend a few days in the town, wandering around the tree lined main plaza and soaking up the relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Further afield from San Pedro de Atacama, one of the most popular attractions is the hot springs of Termas de Puritama where you can really get back to nature by bathing in the waterfalls and pools. Located in a small and picturesque canyon, this really is an idyllic location to truly relax, unwind and lose oneself in one of the many wonders of Chile.

The central band of Chile is home to the capital city of Santiago which sits amidst a mighty circle of mountains; the snow-capped Andean peaks to the east and a smaller but equally beautiful coastal range that lies to the west. Immerse yourself in the jazz scene that diffuses throughout this cultured and quirky capital or visit the old centre of Barrio Brasil which is dotted with fine museums and a flourishing arts scene. Indeed, a lazy afternoon sharing various tell-tales can easily be whiled away here in one of the many bohemian cafes.

Of course, when you go away for a break it is important to let your hair down a bit. As such, a trip to Santiago wouldn't be complete without a wine tasting trip. Concha y Toro is one of Chile's largest wine producers and sipping on one of the countries renowned red wines makes an enjoyable experience to savour.

But when looking for flights to Chile, it's worth noting that from Santiago you can hop on a flight to Easter Island, one of the most isolated on the planet. Located roughly halfway to Tahiti, the island offers the perfect secluded escape.

Famous for Moai, giant stone busts that were carved centuries ago, Easter Island is a unique hidden treasure that offers fascinating cave systems, deserted white sand beaches, and simply stunning scenery. A visit to this remote spot in the South Pacific is well worth the trip and life doesn't get more relaxing than this.

However, the further south you go in Chile, the slower the pace becomes and the greener the country gets until you reach snow-bound volcanoes that frame lush valleys and clear watered lakes. Punta Arenas is the southernmost city on the whole of the earth and offers an array of historical sites matched by a vibrant and compelling culture and unspoilt natural beauty. Overall, Chile has something to offer everyone; whether you choose to wine, dine or unwind, you can certainly make a break away that little bit extra special.




Isla Campbell writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.

Monday, December 28, 2009

Erich von Däniken - Chariots of the Gods 1970_7.avi

Journey deep into the ancient world of Egyptian Pyramids, Stonehenge, Balbek in Lebanon and the giant heads of Easter Island. Are we to believe, that thousands of years ago, before the advent of modern machinery, Egyptian workers transferred the massive blocks used to build the Great Pyramids across northern Africa using wooden rollers or was extraterrestrial technology handed down to primitive man thousands of years ago to build these massive structures or did 'ancient astronauts' ie, ...



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Sunday, December 27, 2009

5 Top Historical Sites


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Man started from caves and gradually started developing arts & science skills. Different civilizations evolved through different ages that built structures and wonders that stand even today. These structures are the marvels of ancient civilizations and give us the evidence of their existence. Historical heritage sites are all around the world and reflect different ancient cultures.

They show that different civilization existed and each had its own different culture, belief, strength and weaknesses. These places provide insight of the past. We learn about human history through these sites and places.

The historical sites that we have today were sacred places for their respective civilizations. These places reflect the desires and skills of those people. Some of the UNESCO historical places are still a mystery today. Their amazing architecture, detailed art works not only impress but also make the people wonder.

There are around eight hundred and ninety places and structures listed by UNESCO as the world historical heritage or historical sites. Travellers are not only impressed from these historical sites but also learn a lot from these sites. Following are the five top historical land marks in the world that are most impressive and most visited.

1. Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu is an intriguing city on a mountain in southern Peru. It was a sacred place of Inca civilization and is known as the "Lost City of the Incas." The place also became a part of the Seven Wonders of the World in the year 2007. Relics of Machu Picchu are known as the one of the most beautiful and mysterious historical sites in the world.

Studies of this place reveal that Machu Picchu was used as ceremonial city by the Inca civilization. The ruins show that it was a complete self contained city with temples, baths, houses etc. The structures are still in great form as they were carved from the mountain granite. The amazing architectural and aesthetic sense of Inca people lea the historians and archaeologists to wonder.

One of the great well preserved structures of Machu Picchu is the Intihuatana stone. This stone was used as an astronomical observatory. It is amazingly a very precise marker of dates and celestial periods. The remarkable preservation and impressive fascinating architecture makes it one of the top historical sites in the world.

2. Tikal

Tikal is one of the best preserved historical sites located in northern Guatemala. It was one of the largest urban centres of the Maya civilization. The monumental architecture reflects the glory that the Maya kingdom had in the past. The amazing architecture makes it one of the top sites in the world.

3. Pyramids (Giza)

Another top historical site is the Pyramids at Giza that are even today a mystery for the people. Even today the modern world does not have the skills and technology to build such perfectly aligned structures.

The Egyptians made these pyramids with huge stones and aligned them precisely to the stars. There are chambers and solstices in the pyramids that are still unopened. These pyramids are the most impressive and popular among the top historical sites.

4. Angkor Wat

Angkor Wat is one of the breathtaking building and temples built by the Khmer empire. It is a temple in ancient Angkor that is one of the world's most astonishing architectural pieces.

This temple represents the Hindu cosmology. These temples were precisely built to align with the stars. These temples and buildings due to their popularity make to the top historical sites.

5. Easter Island

One of most mysterious, astonishing historical sites and also one of the uninhabited islands of the world is the Easter Island. Easter Island is surrounded by monumental statues and is also known as "Isla de Pascua". Origin of Easter Island is still not known but some archaeologists suggest that it was inhabited by Peruvian civilization.

The statues here are known as Moai statues and were symbols of the spiritual and political power of Peruvian civilization. These amazing structures are also one of the top historical sites in the world.




Matthew Kepnes encourages travel to top historical sites and is an advocate for conserving world historical heritage. You can read about Historical Sites of the World including Machu Picchu on his website.

Saturday, December 26, 2009

Easter Island, Part 6 - AHU AKAHANGA

Arfur and Shelly Visit an island that they have been wanting to see for many years. An island shrouded in mystery. An island where great heads and bodies carved in volcanic rock stand guard along the coast. Easter Island - home of the Moai. Shelly reads the Lonely Planet guide on Ahu Akahanga....... Arfur annoys Shelly........ No change there then......



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Friday, December 25, 2009

P7160080 Rapa Nui

SleepingBagMan (aka "SBM") at the site of Ahu Tongariki on Rapa Nui (Easter Island). SBM is doing a 9-month Round the World Trip. He started in Africa in Dec. 08 and is currently in South America. Visit www.SleepingBagMan.com for more pictures & films. ... SleepingBagMan SBM goofy yellow outfit around the world trip RTW Rapa Nui Easter Island moai



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Thursday, December 24, 2009

Easter Island, Part 8 - AHU AKAHANGA

Arfur and Shelly Visit an island that they have been wanting to see for many years. An island shrouded in mystery. An island where great heads and bodies carved in volcanic rock stand guard along the coast. Easter Island - home of the Moai. Arfur takes a walk around the Ahu at Akahanga!



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Wednesday, December 23, 2009

The Lost Gods of Easter Island (Osa 2/5)

The Lost Gods of Easter Island Dokumentaalfilm Lihavõttesaarest ja tema ajaloost. Miks püstitasid lihavõttesaarlased hiiglaslikke kivist monumente ja mida või keda kujutasid endast puidust inim-looma hübriididest kujukesed. Documentary of Easter Island and its native people. Why did they build those huge stonemonuments and little men-like woodcarvings. FAIR USE NOTICE: These pages may contain copyrighted (© ) material the use of which has not always been specifically authorized by the ...



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Tuesday, December 22, 2009

BAILE PASCUENSE - BAILE SAU SAU - BAILE DE RAPA NUI

BAILE TÍPICO DE LA ISLA DE PASCUA - BAILE TÍPICO DE LA ISLA RAPA NUI DE CHILE - EASTER ISLAND - DANCE OF PASCUA ISLAND - DANCE OF RAPA NUI ISLAND - BAILE TÍPICO DE LA ISLA DE LOS MOAI - TYPICAL DANCE OF MOAI ISLAND - BAILE POLISÉNICO - BAILE DE LA POLINESIA - MÚSICA DE LA ISLA DE PASCUA...



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EnSHlR4c1QQ&hl=en

Monday, December 21, 2009

Moai statues 1

Moai statues and wild horses



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Sunday, December 20, 2009

Brick Projects : LEGO Moai Sculpture building time lapse

This is my first stopmotion movie ever. Hope you like this timelapse brick per brick building video of a MOAI / EASTER ISLAND HEAD sculpture. Best of all, you can find the building instructions on my site : brickprojects.makes.it . Enjoy !!



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMY00deJfxU&hl=en

Saturday, December 19, 2009

Honeymoon in Fantasy Honeymoon Islands


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Remember Mr. Roarke and Tattoo from the 70's hit show Fantasy Island? Honeymoon guests and people of all walks of life were invited to the private island to experience their fantasies and dreams, sometimes to bitter ends. Which mysterious island were they on exactly? The leis and hula dances might hint at any of the Polynesian islands of the South Pacific.

Obviously, Polynesian (which literally means "many islands") culture is more than flowers leis, grass skirts and pineapple punches. This is a group of peoples who have migrated onto more than a thousand island landforms in the South Pacific over a thousand years ago. Sadly, today there are only a few independent island nations left. With customs and traditions thriving to this day, the Polynesian people are fiercely proud of and promote a recent resurgence of their culture, and strive to educate travelers on the importance of preserving their way of life.

The Polynesian Islands are a chain of islands each with distinct personalities but sharing a common heritage. More and more, responsible honeymoon vacationers are skipping on Hawaii and New Zealand for the lesser-known Polynesian islands in respect of the language, the land and the people of these islands.

A Bit of History...

The Polynesian people are a group of Austronesian and Malay ancestors who migrated to these South Pacific islands from the east (Fiji, Samoa) to the west (Rapa Nui) as far back as 300 B.C. The Polynesian Islands cover a triangular shaped area in the South Pacific Ocean with Hawaii at its northern apex, Aotearoa (New Zealand) at the West, and Rapa Nui (Easter Island) on the East. Most of the islands were explored and colonized by the French, the Spanish, and the British over a thousand years ago, and more recently the U.S. Today, Samoa, Tonga and Tuvalu survive as only a few of the fully independent nations. Some of the islands though have been given complete autonomy over their culture and infrastructure development, as have Hawaii and Fiji in the last several decades. Hawaii has gone to great lengths to develop the Polynesian Cultural Centre to educate visitors on the many different islands and over 30 different Polynesian groups living within (or near) the Polynesian triangle today.

Fantasy Honeymoon Islands...

Fiji

The Fijians are a friendly people, but historically, their neighboring Polynesians feared them, as they were fierce cannibals of grand stature. This aspect of their culture has obviously faded but their food, language and customs live on. Fiji is a popular diving and snorkeling destination. Families and honeymooners travel to this island each year to enjoy the fresh fruit, world-class resorts, and pristine beaches. Because of the island's close proximity to Aotearoa, or New Zealand, honeymooners will not only share in typical Polynesian luaus and seafood, but also dine on scrumptious New Zealand beef. Half of Fiji's population is also East Indian, so guests will delight in the traditional Indian dishes widely available.

Samoa

Samoa is an independent nation of the Polynesian Triangle. It is less crowded than Fiji or Hawaii, and honeymoon travelers enjoy the seclusion of the island. If you are looking for an island off the beaten track, this is the country for you. In addition to the gorgeous tropical landscape, you can experience one of the more ancient Polynesian cultural experiences with the Fa'a Samoa, which means "the Samoan way of life." The Fa'a Samoa include nights of Fia Fia dancing and singing as well as the original form of fire- dancing.

Tonga

Tonga is also an independent nation. It is probably the best success story of Polynesian independence. The people of this island nation are beautiful physically and characteristically and intelligence is highly valued. Almost 100 % of the population is literate. The resorts are more rustic than other islands, but the experiences are unforgettable. The islands of Vava'u are unique in their underwater sports locations but also in the chance for honeymooners to swim with the whales. If you go on your honeymoon to this magical group of islands you will be sure to fulfill all your tropical island fantasies. Be careful though - public displays of affection are frowned upon and modesty is required.

Rapa Nui

Rapa Nui has faced more than a few conflicts (albeit peaceful ones) in its strive for autonomy. The island is an overseas territory of the South American country of Chile. Over the last several decades, Rapa Nui has been facing two important battles - their need for autonomic governance and the preservation of the ecosystem. Famous for their Moai, or large stone statures, its sandy beaches and volcanic mountains, many tourists have flocked to this remotest of inhabited islands to experience the spirituality and mystery of the island. As Rapa Nui's economy is largely dependent on this tourism industry, the country has made recent efforts and appeals to the Chilean government to practice eco-tourism and incorporate sustainable tourism practices.

As Honeymooners with a Conscience...

There are over 40 island nations in the Polynesian Triangle and over a thousand landforms with delicate ecological structures. In addition, the Polynesian peoples of these various nations are continually striving to preserve their way of life while joining in the global market. Do your part to help out these communities that offer so much to honeymooners and travelers alike by educating yourselves on how you can help. For more information, visit some of these following websites.

Fiji aid: http://www.fijiaidinternational.com

Polynesian Cultural Centre: http://www.polynesia.com




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Friday, December 18, 2009

Easter Island - Akahanga (3)

Easter Island - Akahanga - Destroyed Moai www.sekai1.co.jp ブログ「有給休暇で地球を闊歩・ビジネスマン40日間世界一周」



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Thursday, December 17, 2009

Ann-Mari Andersen & Roy Alexander Lind - "Idja ja beaivi"

dat lea álo leamaš fárus álo lahkosis Dat lea árgabeaivvi árba vulosoaivvális dat lea hilgojuvvon doaivva jaskatvuođainis Moai han letne álo leamaš Idja ja beaivi In goasse eahpidan eallima ealán Dat lea gomuvuođa salla mas mii vealládit Dat lea čáhppes vilges govva ja ivdnejuvvo ii dat leat merkejuvvon bálgát maid mii vánddardit dat leat sáhcojuvvon sárgát ii ábut spiehkastit Moai han letne álo leamaš Idja ja beaivi In goasse eahpidan eallima ealán mun háliidan in goasse eahpidan ...



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Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Meridia Lawyer: Meridia Diet Pill Side Effects


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Following the recall of Fen-Phen and Redux in 1999 (two diet drugs that cause heart valve diseases) Meridia was released. Meridia is a diet drug similar to the ones that were recalled. Like the recalled drugs, it releases serotonin into the brain to trick the patient’s body into feeling full and choosing to eat less. These drugs do not so much remove weight from the body as they do encourage and facilitate a lifestyle involving lower caloric intake.

Meridia is different from the older drugs, however, because its interaction with the brain is more localized. While Fen-Phen released serotonin into the bloodstream where it flooded and damaged the heart, Meridia acts only on localized areas of the brain where the serotonin chemical is needed. People taking Meridia or considering Meridia should be aware that Meridia is part of a healthy lifestyle choice, not merely an easy road to diet street.

More serious side effects could be suffered by patients who are taking drugs called monoamine oxidase inhibitors, or MAOI’s. MOAI’s are taken to treat depression, Parkinson’s disease, and other such disorders. Serious, sometimes fatal, reactions can occur if Meridia and monoamine oxidase inhibitors are taken at the same time. It is also important not to take Meridian along with other serotonin-regulating drugs. This can cause a rare but serious condition called “serotonin syndrome”, which requires immediate medical attention.

Meridia does seem, after all, to be safer than Fen-Phen and Redux, but please be careful and remember that drugs like this are powerful medications, not aesthetic vanities. If you feel that you have suffered adverse effects from Meridia or that it has been administered improperly, please contact a lawyer right away.




To find out why you need a Meridia lawyer and read articles about dangerous drugs and Meridia side effects, visit our website at hugesettlements.com.

If you have any questions or concerns about filing a Meridia lawsuit, please contact a professional Meridia attorney right away!

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Tales of the Tiamat (2) (One Short Sketch - The Coming of the Tiamat to Yort)


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Story Four

The Coming of the Tiamat to Yort

Advance: the coming of the Tiamat to Yort” was the most recent story written, and written from the “Last Tales of the Tiamat,” in particular. It tells a little about the history of the Tiamat, and how she came to be in the Mediterranean, area, in which she seems to have drifted into it out of the cold Atlantic about 7000 BC. It also mentions for the first time, Sinned´s Grandparents. Written 6-20-2007.

The Story

Chapter One

The haste of the Tiamat

There was a time prior to the advent of man on earth, one might even say it was a long road from the birth of this time to the time of the Tiamat and on to man, perhaps 118,000 BC might be a good starting point for this prior statement, to the time now of 7000 BC, where the great walls of Yort can bee seen from the woods and Great Sea.

She (the Tiamat) came out of the icy waters of the Atlantic before the earth was healed by the Great War of the Demigods.

Thence she came pass the Pillars of Hercules, came bitterly half frozen from the new continent now known as Antarctica (back then perhaps known as the Peril of Atlantis, for prior to Atlantis (9600 BC, there was no Antarctica, so it was said.

At this given time in history the Arctic receded far below where it is today, perhaps all the way to New Orleans, and Antarctica crept almost up to the Azores, where Atlantis was born. And the winds from the Arctic swept south, so there was no relief for the waters the Tiamat swam in, lest she go to the Pacific, and that land populated with the Bird-gods and Moai people, and many other mysterious creatures.

Alas, the oceans were a perilous place to live in those far off days, and thus, she came in haste to find a new abode, and that she did, the waters of the Great Mediterranean Though for three and twenty millennium, had past since her birth, now she has found a new path to be trodden upon, and she will soon find out, it leads into the great forest of Yort, and there she will be able to see the Great Walls of Yort, city-state, in Asia Minor. And so great was each step (parting the cold waters of the Atlantic), it was carved in her heart and evil mind, she had found the Garden of Eve, which of course she did not.

The land where she had now come to was now bleak and bare, from a great flood that had taken place 9600 BC, just 1600-years prior to this arrival. It took all of 700-years to dry this landscape to what it was now. And it was that many of these lands were re-peopled.

The Tiamat did not understand at first the harsh tongues of the new world, so she walked warily into the many corners of the lands and sea, listening and learning, in due time spotting the walls of Yort, and set up a hiding place in the deep of the woods, living silently in those days, that is to a certain degree anyway.

Wherever she was, no living thing felt safe, strayed slowly away, she was a deadly looking creature, she that took by force, all she wished.

As rim as she was, form her travels, she asked now and then of the news of the Great City of Yort. And suspiciously she was, and lived.

She spoke at this time the old tongue of the demigods, a language now forgotten for the most part. And in time she would learn several languages of the area, she had a lot of time to do so.

It was a soft spoken language, with no tidings, just bare facts of the moment, and focused on the present.

At this time, Sinned was not yet born, but his Grandparents were.

Chapter Two

The Lord of Arms

…and so King Thesas I was not even the king yet, which would be in the time of Sinned, 6840 BC, and during this time there were no beggars in the city as there would be in latter days, the days of Sinned. His grandfather was a soldier, likened to his father and himself, the time is 7000 BC, and the Grandfather will live to be around 250-years old, which was not uncommon for it day.

They called Sinned´s Grandfather, “The Lord of Arms,” he was a general in the Army of Yort, and a fierce fighter indeed. His wife, LADY Newrom, and the grandfather were known as Lord Rom.

Here in this great stone house, Lord Rom lived, and his wife gave birth to Sinned´s father, and would inherit the house, and likewise, Sinned in time would inherit the house.

(To update the reader on the trilogy of the Tiamat, Sinned´s father would be slain by the Tiamat, and his mother by the Amazons. And so Sinned´s family had a history with the Tiamat from almost the on start of her arrival, for Lord Rom, will also have his dealings with her.)

No one dare touch Newrom, when Lord Rom was out to war that is until the appearance of the Tiamat, who showed, or had no fears, not yet anyway. She aided the poor, farm children who lived in the fields and outside the walls of Yort, with food and advice.

It is not known for sure but an old man gave some credence (and testimony after the fact) to the event, that Lady Newrom, with one of the farm daughter’s were plundered by some strange event, thing—she was stripped for her cloths, which lay loose on the ground and there was no sight of her. It was said by the old man, he saw a green colored object, perhaps hand, grabbed her and the young girl, quick like an alligator and the cloths remained where she was grabbed, and that was the last anyone had ever seen of either one of the two females. The old man was too frightened even to send in his hunting dogs to save the couple, lest he expose his whereabouts, and be subject to the same fate. Assuming it was the Tiamat, and it seems most probably it was; accordingly, that was the beginning of what was to be called, “The Cursed Forest of Yort.”

The Lord of Arms…




See Dennis' web site: http://dennissiluk.tripod.com

Monday, December 14, 2009

Learn Spanish in Chile And Have Fun In Vina del Mar


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If you want to learn Spanish in Chile you shouldn't miss the coastal city of Viña del Mar located in Valparaiso province.

Enjoy incredible beaches and summer resorts. The most renowned are La Reñaca beach, Las Salinas and Miramar. They all count with multiple offers and facilities to make you feel at home while you learn Spanish in Chile. You will be amazed by streets fringed by palm and banana trees. Buildings in Viña del Mar retain much of its colonial past, with cobblestone streets and blossom gardens. Take your time to visit Via Victoria, a romantic region where you can still appreciate typical horse carts.

The city also offers a wide range of modern facilities, since it is of great attraction to foreigners and locals. Learn Spanish in Chile and enjoy cosmopolitan restaurants, street shows, concerts and festivities. The most famous celebration of international recognition is the Festival de Viña del Mar, where renowned singers of all Latin America get together in a magical night along the coast. So visit Chile during February and become part of this music party.

As you learn Spanish in Chile you can spend your time in outstanding casinos of high standard facilities. The Casino Municipal is the most visited since it counts with world-class gaming and is surrounded by lush gardens. If you enjoy shopping, Viña del Mar is very advisable for this activity. You will find some of the finest boutiques in the whole country.

For those wishing to encounter with nature, Viña del Mar has many parks, gardens and fountains to enjoy as you learn Spanish in Chile. Find the remarkable city clock made of flowers and plants in Caleta Beach. If you are in the mood of visiting the outskirts while you learn Spanish in Chile, don't miss the Botanical Garden or the Salitre Park.

If you want to study about the history of the country, visit the different museums and ancient mansions Viña del Mar offers. La Rioja Palace is an environmental museum while the Fonck Museum houses an exhibition of pre-Columbian art and moai sculptures. Learn Spanish in Chile and visit Carrasco Palace to find national books inside the Municipal library. In Vergara Palace you will find the school of fine arts and an incredible array of local and famous paintings from all over the planet.

If you are a sport fan, Viña del Mar is the capital of tennis. Here you will find large court fields to practice this sport as you learn Spanish in Chile. The city hosts year after year, the international ATP Tennis Tournament of clay courts.

Viña del Mar fulfils all desires and is a great destination to learn Spanish in Chile and enjoy cosmopolitan and urban life. It is a destination of relaxing atmosphere and tropical ambiance, perfect to scape from the frenetic rhythm of life and enjoy entertaining spots all year long.




Learn more about travel abroad destinations at http://www.easygolanguages.com making it easy to learn a language. A complete guide; learn a language and study abroad programs. Enrique Helmbrecht is the president of EasyGO Languages and an experienced traveler and language learner.

Sunday, December 13, 2009

ENTER THE HOUSE OF MOKO-MIRO

Wood was scarce on Easter Island during the 18th and 19th centuries, but a number of highly detailed and distinctive carvings have found their way to the world's museums. Particular forms include: Rei Miro, a gorget or breast ornament of crescent shape with a head at one or both tips. The same design appears on the flag of Rapa Nui. Two Rei Miru at the British Museum are inscribed with Rongorongo. Moko-Miro, a man with a lizard head. Moai-Miro, human images often emaciated and sometimes ...



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sGHKl7lmUo&hl=en

Saturday, December 12, 2009

Top Ten Travel Wonders of South America


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South America holds an extraordinary collection of travel wonders including both natural and cultural experiences. With the world's greatest rain forest, the world's most spectacular waterfall, the world's highest waterfall, the world's greatest river and sophisticated historic cultures, there is something in this great continent for everyone.
It isn't possible to nominate a top ten travel list without omitting a number of key sights. Here is my list. How many have you seen?

1. Machu Picchu and Inca Trail (Peru)
Bordered by thick forest, accessed by a famous trek and perched on a mountain top, the exceptional Incan stonework and the richness of its religious sites makes Machu Picchu a truly cultural experience in the most beautiful of settings..

2. Iguazu Falls (Argentina / Brazil)
The sheer dimension of this natural miracle and its 250+ cascades thundering over an eighty yard cliff ensures that Iguazu Falls are the most mesmerizing waterfalls in the world.

3. Galapagos Islands (Ecuador)
Darwin's laboratory with the unusual varieties of wildlife including a flightless cormorant, giant tortoises and iguanas that have adapted to this volcanic barren land offers one of greatest wildlife shows on Earth.

4. Amazon River and Rain Forest
Roughly the size of the continental United States, spending time on the river or walking the forest trails of the Amazon basin is one of most treasured experiences in life.

5. Easter Island (Chile)
In testament to an isolated past civilization on this remote Pacific island, the moai (stone statues) stand proudly and majestically in groups around the island.

6. Patagonia / Torres del Paine (Argentina / Chile)
Vivid blue lakes, tumbling cascades and saw-edged mountain peaks provide an uplifting, almost spiritual outdoor experience in the far south of the American continent.

7. Andes
The backbone of the South America continent with its jagged snow-capped mountains are the second highest mountain range in the world and offer some great hiking and climbing.

8. Angel Falls (Venezuela)
These falls tumble over half a mile into remote Venezuela forest. The journey there is as adventurous as sighting the falls themselves.

9. Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)
The golden beaches, the raucous Carnaval fiesta and the glorious panoramas from the Christ the Redeemer statue and Sugar Loaf mountain makes Rio the most popular city in South America.

10. Nazca Lines (Peru)
Mysterious giant animals (100 to 200 yards across) including a spider, a hummingbird and a condor, along with unusual geometric designs were marked into the dry and dusty Peruvian desert by an ancient culture. They are best explored in a small plane.
South America has a rich selection of travel wonders and experiences from superb natural settings of forests, glaciers and waterfalls to culturally-rich and expressive cities. Travel with an open mind and enjoy this fascinating and diverse continent.




Mark H is the widely-traveled author of the popular travel blog http://www.travel-wonders.com (Travel Wonders of the World) where he reviews and shares his experiences, stories and photos of traveling to many of the world's great locations over twenty years of travel.

Friday, December 11, 2009

Super Mario Land [3/5]: Easton Kingdom

third Kingdom of Super Mario Land, the Easton Kingdom. This is a mountainous kingdom that is inhabited by strange, Moai statue (also known as Eastern Island heads) inspired enemies. The levels here require a lot of platform jumping; for that reason, I think these are the more difficult levels in the game. The boss here is Hiyoihoi, who is probably the leader of the Moai statue-like enemies of the Kingdom. He throws Ganchans (boulder enemies) at Mario, but he can be defeated by jumping on ...



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0h0cYQbD6wM&hl=en

Thursday, December 10, 2009

Monopoly Here and Now World One of the 2008 Best Christmas Gifts


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Welcome to the exciting new world of Monopoly. Every time you travel around the board of the Monopoly Here and Now World Edition, you also travel through six continents. If you're shopping for a board game that will truly delight your Christmas gift recipients, this new take on a long-time classic is sure to please.

This 21st-century version of the popular classic board game keeps the very best ingredients of classic Monopoly while adding thrilling new twists to the game play. The utilities--water works and the electric company--are now hip new renewable energy sources (solar and wind). The oh-that's-so-industrial-revolution railroads now include rail, air travel, ocean cruises and space travel. Banking is now effortless thanks to digital electronic banking that keeps track of your transactions.

The electronic banker doesn't exactly replace a human banker, but it sure makes their job easier. Shove a couple of AA batteries into the banker (um, the electronic one) and it's ready for business. Monopoly Here and Now World can begin when everyone picks a moving and a credit card.

The electronic banking unit really makes game play simple. Some people (like me) can find that Monopoly banking is somewhat of a chore, but the new electronic system makes everything easy, even fun. The banking unit also rides herd on all the wheeling and dealing that goes on when someone lands on a property they don't want. It even includes a random auction timer to add even more excitement and chance.

The game comes with six randomly selected mover pieces that bring even more international flair to this hot Christmas gift. Although your game will only come with six moving pieces, there's a total of 24 mover types available (I sense an eBay opportunity here). You could get any six of the following: Kangaroo, Koala, Surfer, Boomerangs, London Cab, Pretzel, Matador, Windmill, Canadian Mountie, Cowboy Hat, Baseball Glove, Nascar, Inca Mask, Easter Island Moai, Football, Inca Statue, Safari Hat, Egyptian Head Mask, African Mask, Camel, Chinese Dragon, Tuk-Tuk, Russian Dolls, or a Sumo Wrestler.

The cities on the board read like a rock star's world tour. Your properties are located in Taipei, Tokyo, Barcelona, Athens, Istanbul, Toronto, Rome, Shanghai, Vancouver, Sydney, New York, London, Beijing, Hong Kong, Paris, Belgrade, Cape Town and more.

Monopoly Here and Now World teaches and informs the players during game play. The community chest and chance cards include a selection of international facts and holiday festivals. Every property on the board includes stunning photography from around the world.

Let's be honest. When the presents are being opened on Christmas morning, the board games may not be the first things played with. But this Monopoly Here and Now World Edition will be a long-term favorite even after Christmas has come and gone. Every family should have one (or more) Monopoly games in the house. Whether this is your first game or a new addition to the family, it's sure to please everyone.




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Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Rano raraku

Moai statues in front of the Rano Raraku quarry crater, Easter Island. ... rano raraku moai easter isla pascua



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-C9w98HQmc&hl=en

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Chile - Land of Poets


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Chile - a land of poets and wine, a land of contrasting beauty, a land as romantic as some its famous citizens: Pablo Neruda, Gabriela Mistral, Isabel Allende. Considered the longest country in the world, this South American nation offers a diversity of landscapes and travel opportunities from the Andes mountains to the Pacific Ocean, from Easter Island to the Antarctic, from fine vineyards to world-class ski resorts.

Where to Go

Northern Chile is known for its desert and coastal towns. Some of the most popular beaches are located in this area. Iquique and Arica are tax-free zones booming with commercial and touristic activities. La Serena and Los Vilos offer remarkable natural surroundings with large beaches and popular resorts.

Central Chile is popular for its fine vineyards, colorful ports and world-class ski resorts. This region is also famous for being home to Viña del Mar (Sea Vineyard) and its renown international music festival which takes place in February each year. Viña del Mar is a wonderful destination for most tourists – the city offers beautiful mansions, luxurious hotels, parks and gardens, theater, and sporting facilities as well as many beaches. Valparaiso, the most important port in Chile, is one of the largest cities in the country. Valparaiso is full of picturesque landscapes including hills, quarters, creeks, beaches, and romantic streets. Santiago, the capital, is a commercial center surrounded by nature – the San Cristobal and Santa Lucia hills border the city. A couple of kilometers from Santiago, you will find Cajon del Maipo, an eco-tourism center where you can enjoy adventure sports, mountains, hot springs, vineyards, and export-quality wines.

The South is famous for its fjords, glaciers and forests. In this region you will find interesting cities such as Valdivia, which is known for its early German settlers and traditions. Puerto Montt, made famous internationally by a popular song, is a bathing resort with beaches, hotels and restaurants that specialize in seafood and typical Chilean food. Further south you will find winter towns such as Cohaique, which is known for its museums and nature reserves, and Puerto Natales, which is known for its touristic infrastructure and its proximity to Torres del Paine National Park. Punta Arenas, one of the southernmost cities in the world, offers a world-class ski center and serves as a departure point for Antarctic expeditions.

Chilean islands include Easter Island, Robinson Crusoe, Chiloe and Tierra del Fuego. Easter Island, located approximately 3,700 km west of Chile, is also known as “Rapa Nui” in their native language or Isla de Pascua in Spanish. The island is famous for its large stone statues, Moai, which were carved by the island ancestors between 1100 and 1600 CE. Easter Island is also known for its Polynesian identity, beautiful coral beach, and adventurous diving. Robinson Crusoe Island, located on the Pacific Ocean at the same latitude as Valparaiso, has a unique development of flora and fauna and beautiful touristic areas.

What to Eat

Chile is particularly known for its wine, seafood and empanadas (turnovers). Lots of restaurants will offer typical Chilean food which consists of empanadas de pino (beef turnovers with onion, raisins, egg, and olives), empanadas de queso (deep fried turnovers filled with cheese), cazuelas (rice and meat soups), porotos granados (stew made with beans and corn), and curanto (a typical dish made of seafood, beef, chicken, pork, potatoes, and cheese). American fast food restaurants such as McDonald's, Burger King, and other chains can also be found in the big cities.

Where to Study

Chile is a preferred study abroad destination. It is common for students from European or North American colleges and universities to take interdisciplinary studies in Spanish in one of its many reputed universities.


  • Universidad de Chile

  • Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

  • Universidad de Concepcion

  • Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso

  • Universidad de Santiago de Chile

  • Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María

Visas & Documents

Although American citizens need a passport to visit Chile, no visa is necessary. Citizens of many countries must pay a "reciprocity fee" of varying amounts. This fee is equivalent to the amount that country requires for entry visas from Chilean citizens. The fee is for tourists entering by plane, and the one-time charge is good for the life of your passport. Further information can be provided by the Consulate of Chile in your country of residence.




Denisse Romero

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Monday, December 7, 2009

Eyes Of The Moai - (Osa 2/5)

Eyes Of The Moai - 43 min pikk jaotatud viieks osaks. Dokumentaalfilm Lihavõttesaarest- minevikust. olevikust ja tulevikust. Documentary about Easter Island- past, present and future. FAIR USE NOTICE: These pages may contain copyrighted (© ) material the use of which has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. Such material is made available to advance understanding of ecological, political, human rights, economic, democracy, scientific, moral, ethical, and social ...



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AO7c_qi6cHE&hl=en

Sunday, December 6, 2009

Easter Island Moai

Short video taken with my camera of Easter Island statues.



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51KT3qc0LsU&hl=en

Saturday, December 5, 2009

When and Where - the Essential 12 Month Travel Guide


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JANUARY

Esencia – Mexico

Mexico’s Caribbean coast is home to some really romantic beach hideaways and January is a great time to go. Esencia set on a stunning white sand beach, is one of our favourites. It has just 29 white, minimalist rooms set among lush tropical gardens. Relax in the spa, snorkel off the beach, explore nearby Mayan ruins or sip tequila at one of the stylish bars in Playa del Carmen.

FEBRUARY

Explora Easter Island - Chile

Easter Island, or Rapa Nui, is one of the most remote places on earth. In February the islanders hold their annual Tapati festival – a two week celebration of song, dance, parades and competitions. Explora is by far the most luxurious accommodation on the island with its brand new 30 room property opening in January 2008. in the meantime, guest are housed in comfortable local houses complete with hot tub. A trek to the Moai statues followed by a Pisco Sour cocktail on the beach is out of this world. Explora starts from £200 per person per night including all meals and excursions.

MARCH

Villa St Lucy – Barbados

Villa St Lucy is a lovely seven bedroom villa – perfect for a family holiday over Easter. There are endless things for all the family to do here from world class golf (the villa is on the 18th hole of Royal Westmoreland golf course), a brand new spa, tennis, swimming and white sand beaches just 10 minutes away. There is also a kid’s club during school holidays plus the villa has its own 17m oval infinity pool. The villa comes with a housekeeper and a private cook can be arranged if self-catering is too much like hard work. Rental over Easter starts from £9,625 a week for 14 people.

APRIL

Palacio Duhau – Park Hyatt Buenos Aires – Argentina

April is a great time to visit Buenos Aires, when the weather cools into autumn. Dance tango in the street, eat a steak the size of your handbag, sip Malbec into the early hours or snap up bargains at the growing number of designer boutiques. Palacio Duhau – Park Hyatt Buenos Aires is a stunning new hotel combining a restored 1932 palace with a contemporary building. A lush tree-lined garden, excellent spa facilities and an underground art gallery are just some of the features of this elegant hotel.

MAY

Hermitage Bay – Antigua

Head to Antigua in May and see some of the world’s finest custom-made yachts in Antigua Race Week. Nelson’s Dockyard is the hub of the action with parties and live bands playing into the night. Hermitage Bay is a brand new boutique hotels set on the islands’s west coast. It offers a luxurious retreat when you’ve had your fill of Race Week fun. There are 25 suites hidden among large tropical gardens. The Hillside Suites all have plunge pools and the Beach Suites are steps away from the ocean.

JUNE

Almyra – Cyprus

June is a great time to go to the Almyra, especially if you have young children. The weather is lovely and warm without being overly hot. The hotel has a fantastic ‘Baby Go Lightly’ service where you can pre-book all the food, nappies and other baby paraphernalia you need. There is also now a new crèche that accpts children from six months old.

JULY

Bushcamp Company – Zambia

Walking with wildlife is an unforgettable way to experience an African safari and July is the best time for seeing the animals. Located in the South Luangwa National Park, Bushcamp Company specialises in bespoke walking safaris between five luxurious camps along the Luangwa River. Walk from camp to tcamp in the style of an original pioneer, or base yourself at one camp and walk out morning and afternoon. The guides here are excellent and the South Luangwa valley is known for its outstanding wildlife, which includes the leopard.

AUGUST

Le Mas Candille – Cote d’Azur

Le Mas Candille is a charming Relais & Chateaux hotel set in pretty Provencal parkland in the hills above Cannes. It is the perfect retreat from the busy Cote d’Azur but just 7km from Cannes so you can join the action when you want to. Rooms are cosy and traditional in the old farmhouse and bigger and more contemporary in the new building. The hotel has the only Shiseido spa in Europe, three outdoor pools and a Michelin-starred restaurant with beautiful views over the Mougins valley

SEPTEMBER

Birkenhead House – South Africa

September is a great month for the Cape as it’s right in the middle of whale watching season, when the Southern Right Whales come to calve. You can take a boat trip and get right up beside these mighty mammals, or you can spot them while relaxing at Birkenhead House in Hermanus – a friendly boutique hotel, full of rare antiques, Persian rugs and original paintings. There are two pools, a gym, spa and two excellent swimming beaches.

OCTOBER

Elsa’s Kopje and Loisaba Wilderness – Kenya

For fans of the film Born Free, a visit to Elsa’s Kopje in Meru National Park is a must. This luxurious lodge is on the site of George Adamson’s first camp. Relax after a game drive in the ultimate ‘pool with a view’, looking out across the plains. Loisaba Wilderness offers a different safari experience as the emphasis here is on activity. There’s a spa, tennis, camel trekking, rafting, mountain biking and riding. You can even spend a night under the stars in Loisaba’s Star Beds hosted by traditional warriors.

NOVEMBER

Le Prince Maurice – Mauritius

November is a lovely time to go to Mauritius as the weather is at its best. Le Prince Maurice, on the northeast coast of the island, is a stylish and sophisticated all-suite hotel. Set over 60 acres with its own lagoon, the hotel boasts the only over-water villas in Mauritius and a floating restaurant. Golfers can use the two 18 hole courses at Bell Mare Plage five minutes away, while the children’s facilities are excellent and the Guerlain Spa is a absolute treat.

DECEMBER

Copacabana Palace – Rio De Janeiro

Rio is a place that really does live upto the hype. In true Brazilian style, the New Year’s Eve celebrations are lavish with Copacabana beach setting the stage for amazing fireworks. Overlooking the long, curving sweep of this beach, the elegant façade of Copacabana Palace is a city landmark. One of the best hotels in South America, it has two of the city’s top restaurants, the city’s largest hotel pool and even a rooftop tennis court.




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Friday, December 4, 2009

The Speaking Moai - Teaser

Rapa Nui (known as easter island) is an island locates at the "navel of the planet." Is it a desolate uninhabited island or a statue factory for extra-terrestrial beings as believed by some researchers. Watch the video and tell me what you think.



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N35KxrKubM0&hl=en

Thursday, December 3, 2009

After Eve [Conte Philosophique] Part One (Chapter One): The First Ballad


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He winked one eye,

After four billion years;

Uncovering the blind,

Naked, and feared.

Then, articulating,

Fibers and cells

He lifted, constructed,

Tailored, and milled.

With soil and soul,

He then conceived

Australopithecus—

Was now relieved.

Now, cries were heard

Throughout the land:

Homo was here—by God’s hand!”

The Garden of Eve

Preamble

I

Says the Author: “Hidden in the myths of ‘Atlantis,’ the ‘Garden of Eden,’ the prehistoric time of the ‘Dinosaurs,’ and the supernatural, resides the story of: ‘After Eve.’ ”

Map of Rivers and Sumer

This story is really a lot about the Garden of Eve, or ‘Eden’, if one is looking to find the Garden of Eden, s/he need not look too far, it is in the Mesopotamian marshlands between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, and here, and thereabouts will be our story.

On another note, or should I say, almost on the same note but not quite, if one is looking for Eve, again you do not have to look too far: she is coming out of the garden. Some say, on memorandums she came from Africa: maybe so—maybe not; this book is not going to fight, or debate over or with anyone on this matter, which is not the premise of this book in the first place, that is: where she came from: but rather, where she left; that is, left from to go to.

Next, let’s simply enjoy a story with a tall-tale: and possible we may end up understanding other possibilities; in any case, maybe Adam came from Africa, and Eve came from Adam, while in the Garden and they both roamed back to Africa somewhere along their long journey in life, after the expulsion that is, so many possibilities. In any case, there is much prospective in this area, and one is as good as the other to or for me. But for historical sake let’s stick with some of what is considered history retold over several thousands of years, instead of history repeated from books written a hundred years ago, or last year. Yet we must not forget the bits and pieces of a conglomeration of everything, which makes for a better story. Having said that, and admitting my story is pure science-fiction, we can now slip by the DNA, like the Genesis debate that has been going on for over a century and look deeper into our spiritual inheritance.

In the ‘Garden of Eve,’ as it was known among the Horde, until it was called the land of Eden by the Stone-Builders, and then acquired the full and legendary name we all know it by today, that being: “The Garden of Eden,” the ordinary laws of nature were suspended; as a result, there was no struggle for existence within its erosion free garden-continent, or put another way: around its perimeters. By and large, it was an environment free of volcanic upheavals, unlike its outside world, which surrounded it, and was subject to such hazards of nature. This of course was all altered and neutralized upon the couple’s expulsion from the garden [which of course is pure history and recorded for posterity’s sake].

In my simplicity, and imagined dream, there was no conclusive evidence of anything, much resembling the science of our day: with a speculative, mind's eye view at best—I can only tell what came to me as a result of my dream and will not be subject—as it is not my nature to be—of any foolish curiosity by others. So I need not be tired out by trying to prove anything, or bend for any man to prove a fact if my words are doubted—be that as it may. I must end this prelude quick, for it should not be allowed to monopolize what I have to share to the world. But let enthusiasm be your guide in the following story. This book will be an easy and most interesting read; however, embarrassing it may be to/for the elite, the proclaimed dubious honoring, sciences of: Anthropology, Darwinism, Evolutionist, and let’s add, The New Age group: which is in essence, part of the Evolutionist—of which I give sympathetic laughter to: the greatest demonstration being, --to this universal doubt, yet filled to the brim of a quarry —‘Where do we go from here?’ and you got it, they are still asking that same old question: ‘Where did we come from?’ but with more authority of course now; simply this is just another unanswered question, by this quarry. And so it begs an answer, maybe that is why I got this dream. But let’s remember—for the sake of argument—all answers do not have to be the ones you are looking for.

Preamble

II

I wasn’t sure if I was going to put an introduction into this story, but at the last minute I felt I needed some kind of a lead into the story, or so I feel I do now: actually, after the whole story was done, I thought of this, you’d think it should be outlined in the beginning, wouldn’t you—oh well, it might help the story and then it may confuse the reader before he gets into the story, for it doesn’t really add to it, or take from it. And it is not of the same dream, although it is of a part of a dream many years ago. In l984, I had over 50-visions of happenings worldwide and other things, not dreams now, let’s not mix those up. In any case, in the l990’s I had about 10-more of those so called vision-dreams. I don’t want to get into them at this point, I have already published that book: “The Last Trumpet and the Woodbridge Demon,” but into a new area, that actually links into this story of, “After Eve.”

I was really trying to get away from, or avoid, such things as: Darwinism, and Atlantis, and Aliens, Anthropology, Archeology, and all such things, and just present a nice little dream story, but when you start out a book, you really never know how it’s going to end, or what it’s going to involve, entail; or how it’s going to affect you. You learn while you write it, as well as doing the research, and you learn from so many others also.

While on the Easter Island I met Charlie Love, an Archeologist and Geologist, and an Anthropologist; Charlie has been to the island for the past 26-years or so he told me. We stayed [my wife and me] at the same hotel he stays at, and the Movie Star, Kevin Costner stayed at, of which Charlie help with producing a Moai for the movie, a replica. In any event, Charlie had worked on one of the Moais that now stand at the dock, kind of greeting people as they go down and watch the sunset, as we did often. And he was working on another site nearby when we were there. We had a few drinks one evening together, and on the way back to the hotel we talked on the transportation of the Moais, that is, how they got moved, he was quite frank and soft spoken. Not arrogant about his knowledge, and my possible, lack of it. Yet as he explained no one really knows how the heavier ones were moved, having heard that I couldn’t help but give my idea, especially after he insisted I do. Well I did, and I think it was a bit too supernatural for him, but then who knows. So Charlie, let me know when you do find out. Again I want to say he is probably the most humble and knowledgeable man in this area. Both of us having old medical issues, we both know the precious element of time and life. Life is to be prospected, we need not create hardships or persuade anyone to something that they wish not to be pushed toward, and he was kind in this area, as I hope I was.

Now if I can put a scientific-concept into motion here, call it mine or call it anyone’s, but let’s see how it fits, and then connect into my little story to follow:

Imagine, the Lost Records

Once upon a time, 35,600 years ago [33,600 BC], a space ship landed on earth from a space station from Mars, which happened to stop at the outpost on the Moon, for re-supplying. The Captain’s name was, Ta-mait; their home planet was quite a distance away, so far that the outposts were needed one might say. It was a planet similar to that of the Arctic region on earth, yet for some odd reason they had picked out this planet to cultivate. Their space craft, similar to ours used gold for a source needed in space flight, as well as for their planet needs. Much of this was mined in South Africa, and in old Samaria. To the inhabitants of earth, these beings were like gods. With the capability of genetic ingenerating, we ended up looking a lot like them I suppose; their God being the same as our God.

Well, time did go on, and now the year is 22,600 BC, and the gods of yesterday are half-gods of today [but we are not talking about the real One God remember], for the most part anyway [in addition, one must remember, that the good captain surely left some of these beings alone to wonder the earth, and in doing so, we might have a few among us today]. That is half human, and half supernatural. One could point to Gilgamesh, who is said to have been one third human, and two thirds god [god in this context being simply supernatural to us readers], whom lived in Uruk, in the land of Sumer, but Gilgamesh lived around 2700 BC, and our story is not quite there yet. Yes, 11,000-years have passed; the time of Leo is here. The pyramids are being built, the Sphinx is built. Atlantis will be a country, given to the half-god, Poseidon [or demigod], given to him by his father a full-angelic-god of sorts. Now the son is to be called a Titan, giant of sorts; especially in the land of Crete. He will name Atlantis after his daughter, and so the walls of Atlantis and its civilization come about. And it is built right where Plato said it should be, at the foot of the Azores. The year 9550 BC, it will be destroyed two or three times, the third time forever, 8560 BC [or 11,560- years ago, the time right after Leo, or when Leo the constellation was over looking the Middle East] it will sink 7000-feet in the Atlantic.

It is now 5600 BC [or 7603-years ago]. We have just witnessed the expulsion of Eve from the Garden of Eden. And this is really where our story begins. But for the sake of this story, let me go into the future for the inhabitants of this time. What they do not know is that, in a very short period of time, again, there will be genetic deformity within the human race, in which 4,090,000 giants will die in a flood, that will take place 3850 BC, or in approximately, 1750-years, there will be a flood [from the time of Eve], a monstrous-gigantic-wave that will go 8-miles in the air, and when it lands it will break the landmass of the continents, in what is called the ‘Conventional Drift,’ of which has been said to have happened over millions of years, but it will happen instantly, --upon impact. The Geographic North Pole has also altered its point of origin, it was more so in the Canadian Northwest territories, and now is shifting to where we have it today. After all is settled, most likely monsters will be found throughout the world, the cause, the global upheaval, with its ultra radiation, will cause biological and genetic deformities.

Along with this, the coal and mineral oil from dead organisms will be massive. For mineral oil comes from carcasses in addition to petroleum from inorganic, pressure and heat.

In the mountains of Bolivia, 12,500-feet up, of which I’ve been, hippopotamus and other odd and huge looking creatures will be buried by this huge wave, far from its original hunting grounds. Furthermore, the axis of the earth’s rotation will be altered, to roughly: 23.5 degrees, at one time it was a perfect rotation, which had a canopy over it, allowing for perfect weather, and thus, the right temperature for the growth of huge animals. As a consequence of the upheaval, and the predestined limit put on man and beast, the age of the giants will have gone for the most part, and the age of man from 1000 to 500 years will go to between 70 to 120 years.

And now the year is 2700 BC, the time of Gilgamesh one of the last demigods, the King of Uruk. And this is where I stop. Incidentally, if you’re wondering what happened to the good captain in the first paragraph of this story, your guess is as good as mine.

1

Eden

After Eve was created, of which she was by the rib of Adam, so it is written, the world started to change in the Garden of Eden, better known to the Horde as the Garden or otherwise known as the Garden of Eve. During the time Eve spent in the Garden which has been questionable to many, a mystery to some, the animals got their names, and so forth and so on. But things changed more rapidly after Eve ate from the ‘Tree of Life,’ which was forbidden of course, and thereafter, the tree was guarded by one of God’s angels, in consequence, no visitors allowed. To my limited understanding of Eden, it was quite huge, as far as gardens go that is, it extended to parts of contemporary Syria: to include even the desert [however the desert was not a desert at the time of the garden I expect]; furthermore, it extended to parts of Iraq [old Sumer]: Asia Minor [Turkey], and to a number of islands within the Persian Gulf area. It has been said her husband Adam, is buried in what is called Iraq today, this very day, under a great Mosque in the city of Najaf, --this has yet to be proven, but so it shall remain as legend for the time being, yes, for the time being or until someone digs him up. Just a point of interest I thought.

But for the more inquisitive, outside of this paradise-garden was another civilization, another earth, it was much bigger, but then it needed to be, for it was much more dangerous; in essence, it was not a paradise at all or a garden as we might consider one; God was not care-taking this part of the world, only nurturing it. In point of fact, it was this part of my dream: yes, I say a dream that was more prominent, or more well-defined. Of course, outside of this paradise-garden was a dissimilar civilization: --a dying, decaying, and genetically cascading civilization–their…continued-existence was dependent on survival of the individual or group who was most adaptable to change, or most able-bodied, and most intelligent—as life would prove, even evil would have its benefits. This dream of mine, with its ongoing images, and descriptions, one connecting to the other I will share with you in a moment: Eden had come to its finality, as would Sodom and Gomorra in the future, and the Great Flood of Noah’s day, yet to be. As it has been written, ‘God is no respecter of men,’ and so the deed was done, and the penalty was laid out for all to see—the Garden of Eve was now exposed.

The Dream

Call it what you will, a vision, a dream, whatever suits your fancy [they were as they came, for better or worse, real to me—that is the oncoming images of this story], but I will divide up the impressions given me as best I can; some are such as I should not know, for I had never thought of such things in my life. Nevertheless, I will not leave them out. The line between the lower primates and the higher ones might be considered based on the lack of certain characteristics of the orders involved, what one might categorize as higher or lower in brain capacity. I have tried to keep this in mind, as I tell you this story, my story, adventure if you will, or dream-of-dreams: but while it is not easy to think of ancestral forms as far as suborders go or classification, even though it may seem needed, I will try—for I was much involved in the dream, and now I seem to have to–somewhat, characteristically speaking—un-primated myself to tell this tale of tales. I do hope this is where I fit in, that is, I, or me, being the character in the story called: Short-legs. Thence, from here on, I will leave well enough alone I think, and be who I was in the dream, like it or not, yes, yes, oh yes, that is what I shall do, must do to get the right mood out. I will share and explain the various species [specifically, primates and humans] the best I can, in my forthcoming narrative that is. As I have indicated to you, I am in the dream, that is, I am the dreamer of the dream— that is, the environment outside the Garden, I am the person called, ‘Short-legs’. I think I was named that by my mother whom was known as Strong-lungs [sometimes called Smiley]. I think she was called Smiley before I was born, and thereafter, Strong-lungs, something like that.

I will not bore those whom this narrative may reach with a long account of why this came about, her second name that is [Strong-lungs], but when she’d call my brother and me to come home for dinner, she’d yell: “Oh, Short-legs, Stern-toes, OH, OH, and OH, come home for eat-time!” The whole plateau could hear her, and all the way down to and through the Valley of Caves knew she was calling for us two boys.

And I will also allude very briefly to a fight and then get on to my nick-name. In any case, I was cornered by six Branch-People once as a young Horde-lit, and they beat me, O they beat me pretty bad. I ran home and told my mother this, and she simply said: “Learn how to fight better son,” and patted me on the head, as to comfort me. But we needed to be strong, and too much pampering does not make for a survivor in this world, so the patting was of course short lived: save for the fact it gave me some kind of release telling it to mom.

As I was about to say, Short-legs was a nick-name or whatever, but we all seemed to have such names in my dream, because I could run very fast, which seem unnatural for a person with such short legs as I, --none the less, it was noticeable, and so my name developed because of my physical traits and characterized features I displayed, which was not uncommon for this world at large. In point of fact, what else would you call me? In actuality, I could out run, and run faster than the rest of the Horde we lived with [Horde implying—something on the order of pack, group, or collection of visual look-alikes]; to include the Branch-People, and the People of the Fire. But I am getting ahead of my story. I want to say I looked similar to that of Australopithecus, a man, or the makings of one, but this might give a false impression, so I will try to describe myself in a more distinct manner, as well as for my comrades [and perhaps try to draw a few pictures on the side, the best I can: for a picture is worth a 1000-words, so it has been said].

Essentially I could say I was on the evolutionary-line of Australopithecus, but more so with that of the more developed human ancestor called the Neanderthal, or so I thought at the time, but I had to eliminate that idea as well, simply because the brain capacity, and understanding ability was too small in all cases, that ranging from around 450 cubic centimeters, compared to a humans brain of [let’s say] 1300 +. Homo Erectus, which followed this line also, was somewhere around 700 in making comparisons, again a bit small. In any case, I would put my [mine], and the Horde’s, the group I lived with, at about 1000-centimeters; leaving us somewhere in-between this so called human evolutionary line, as far as labeling our ancestry-gene line might go, or my gene line.




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Wednesday, December 2, 2009

The Macabre Poems [Part Three: poems: 34-56]


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34) Eros Ploy

From her mind to her clitoris,

To her nipples and lips,

Wooed like a bird perched on a stick:

She melted like butter

Until there was no other.

35) Tagaririm (Arch devil Belphegor)

He speaks only in Aramaic, calling up the dead—

For vagary, spells and signs, to hide

The Atziloth scrolls, until the four heavens divide,

Until—until the end of time….

From different worlds, his powers come—

Briah, Yetzirah and Asiah—where immortal veils

Never meet (Neschamah, Ruach and Nephesch);

And questing armies never die.

Lo, Samaul, Evil Spirit of the soul, waits for thee,

Thy signature O Belphegor—

To unroll the scroll,

Bearing the names of angelic beings and demonic foes.

36) Dream Maker
[Part 1 of 5]

Who crafts a dream

Puts us to sleep!

What ear shall hear

Or balance meet—

To wake us up

Upon our feet?

II: Comes the Dream

Comes the dream,

An inkling memory

Sealed tight—clasping

In a darkened room

(In soul-vaults).

III: Ancient Scrolls

Endless mysteries

Of the spirit’s plight

Weave the inner twilight.

Unending suns—gloom!

Ancient dreams and scrolls….

IV: Sleeping Mind

In each sleeping mind,

Light can seldom find

The formless decay,

Of ones dragging worlds

To be left, behind;

For heaven’s melody,

Darkness lurks

As the mind hovers:

The strains seep out—

Lo! Bend the vine:

Let the sunsets in,
Awaken

(All’s forgotten).

V: Lonely, Lost

The Dream-maker shouts:

“I found songs unsung,”

Lonely, lost a while,

Unto and into thy grief,

Thy grief, my grief now sung.

Ah! Death has lost its sting:

And dreams have lost

Their pulse—

“Thou shalt not wake this time,”

The Dream-maker shouts.

37) The Macabre Serpent of Space

With chilling sarcophagus grimace,

The ill-omen serpent appeared

From out of the shadows of space…

Lo! More ancient than man, it thirsts for a name

A place in unutterable space—

Yet, only blackness—cul-de-sac….

38) C.A. Smith

The cypress blows over my grave:

Oh would I hide from you—

Yet I write…all the same.

Ah! –I am a ghost:

With shadows above me—

And demon ears below.

April 17 2004, Lima, Peru.

Published on the Eldritch Dark website; a favorite of my friend’s, Phillip Ellis.

39) I. The Woods in the Sea

Upon the throne, of the moon,

Across the land, into the sea,

He treads: walks endlessly

For the entire world to see.

The wind is from the north,

The bright stars rest in the west,

The gift of second-sight

Resides within his chest.

He knows he cannot rest—

For unseen shores yet to come

From lands both dim and gray,

Lands of new outcomes.

Published on the Eldritch Dark website 6/04

40) II: Shadow of Fate

If one lives with the god of hate,

High or low be he,

Such is his fate….

41) III: Talons

I will weave the pale shadows

(Time lost, time forgotten—):

All into pallid brows

Onto the stranger’s talons:

While I sink into the board-walk—

Let him tell his tall tales.

42) IV: Wild Stones

Who is the witch, the demon—

The culprit and the ghoul?

I could not tell for the life of me:

So I forgave them, one and all.

And then I slept a long sleep

(Forgiving is quite a chore)—

Then, when I woke to meet the day,

Love had conquered all.

43) V: Satan’s Sidekick’s

The men that chum with Satan—

Their hearts cannot forgive;

They see no more in love,

Than mercy can see to give.

The men that chum with Satan—

Their gods are many and small;

They drift away like white ghosts

Climbing demonic walls.

The men that chum with Satan—

Seldom can they sleep;

And through their nightmare visions,

With flames and smoke they leap.

They walk the earth alone—they do,

Strange, deep with palest eyes.

Always thinking they were cheated:

With footsteps dogged by lies.

And in the halls of Belshazzar—

Their ghostly eons twist and twine;

Always knowing naught of hope,

Beyond the blazing line.

44) VI The Great Flood of ’51

The night is dark, the Mississippi

Lies asleep;

Velvet mists veil the blood-spattered moon

(With hoary strange eyes):

Restless with hazy fear, and slumber

Of her sleep

(White thunder in the skies).

She hears the whisper of the

Ghostly storm (booming far—

Encircling near)

Glide overnight—overhead—ready:

To be born (like a hammer of Thor).

“I shall go forth!” she hears:

And down the scarlet veil, hails

Triumph is in its roar—the storm:

Roads, men, levee and homes—

Cliffs and bridges tossed about:

The untamable god has freed the clouds.

Continuation from the: Macabre Poems

45) Poe’s Legacy

If Poe hadn’t have been born—

There’d have been no rapping or tapping—

(at least for a while—at my door?)

Nor would there had been morbid beauty

with depth and sin…

That circles the globe—nor HPL and CAS.

What a mundane life (it would have been)

without the devil’s pen.

I gripped the legacy: lying on savage ground,

the third-eye of the hunter, filled with wax—

calls for breath, in the silent Valley of Shock;

thus, stung—I remain, by the fruitless trees

of horror—then I hear a whisper:

“Lord, help my poor soul.”

June 4 2004

Inspired by Phillip Ellis.

46) Loving in Limbo

Mother! Mother!

My precious one!

To whose dearest love
Will harmony run?

Oh! Thy will it is

In the winters to cross

Or lay simply still

Like October’s frost;

Now my form is cold—

(As in trance I’m snared)

Keeping heart and soul

With songs threadbare?

June 6 2004

47) Mystery of Mysteries

We’re born alone, as shall we die

Looking at the hour of drifting—

A Mystery of Mysteries!

We are pitifully helpless things….

The Watchman’s guardian eye,

For Him—it is not loneliness;

The drumming of the unguided

Lends allurement—with chanting nearby.

In life and death, two faces pry;

One shall overshadow: they cry

Be it night or day, though face may frown,

Unready for the final dawn

And pandemonium near, throbbing:

Comes the drifting of the hour—

As we’re born, we die: alone—

A Mystery of Mysteries!

48) Rosinina Tapi of the Sacred Valley

It was long, long, so long ago

in the Sacred Valley of Peru,

wherein a maiden lived, no one really knew,

by the name of Rosinina Tapi—

and this maiden lived with no other thought:

than to live out her life within this sacred spot.

I was a Prince and She was to be,

in this kingdom of the Sacred Valley;

we fell in love: ardent and unconditionally,

I and my Princess to be—

with a cherished worship, that only Heaven

could see.

And so it was, that long, long ago

in this kingdom in the Sacred Valley

a ghostly wind blew to and fro

(out of a void no one knew):

after my lovely Rosinina Tapi,

thus inspiring her kinsmen

to take her away from me.

They hence shut her up—in a eerie vault

Within the kingdom of the Valley.

Ah! the devils, the devils, that dwelt in Hell,

Were envying her and I—

Oh yes!—‘twas their quest

(as all knew within the Sacred Valley),

that the ghostly wind that blew to and fro

through the cracks of the earth:

had seized and killed my Rosinina Tapi.

And sad was I, to bury my dreams,

(such memories that had to be):

and under the moonbeams, my beautiful Rosinina Tapi

was buried within the Sacred Valley.

49) The Ancient Sharra

You that rest in utter and gloomful darkness

Who come from the middle of the world—

The Sharra Indians with shrunken heads,

Colored feathers, blow-guns with

Fearful darts,

Along the equator’s rim—that doesn’t spin—

To you I pour forth my autumn nights.

Note: 4/20/04: written during a visit at the Middle of the World at the Ecuador (000)

50) Satan’s Galapagos

By the dark shadows

Vowed to Lucifer,

By his sealed prophets

Foreshown,

By these, by these I claim

Thee—

By trickery, wine and sorcery—

I have tried to bend thy

Footsteps

In the peaceful Galapagos.

April 24 2004; Lima, Peru

Note: written returning from the Galapagos, to Lima, Peru; many strange and disruptive incidents, occurred.

51) Fading Worlds

Behind a great shadow,

A world fades—

This is the price of beauty—

How many stars are lost

This way—

Lost within the oceans,

Fading skies?

So many lost worlds… die….

In memoriam Clark Ashton Smith April 10 2004, Lima, Peru; revised May 5 2004.

52) Lost Souls

Shadows of the lost souls,

If you call on them,

Will never let you go.

April 17 2004, Lima, Peru

53) The Goat man’s Fancy

She heard the coming of the Doom—

In the silence still of the moon—

For, half-enchanted with his stars

In the twilight of his youth,

To the desert he did part.

Now, with the moon unlit,

He left her heart…

As if she was to mutter on

And sing his starry, lonesome song!

Henceforth triumphant

Was the Devil’s rose:

For she poured his devilish poisons, cold—

And muttered on, to a new moon….

54) The Hoofed Demon

He heard me not, nor saw

Knowing my presence as he should:

He whispered.

*Ecuador, Quito, 4/25/04

55) Buried Souls

And there his sarcophagus lay—

Beneath the towering mountains—

Stretching out of the deep, dark sea

(With all its weight, sealing his fate),

No light, no day, only binding chains.

Lost, forgotten in the sand’s density…

Where no travelers have yet been,

No roads or skies to befriend,

Faceless skeletons, silent voices:

They all embraced in this veil of dark

Embraced by looks: face to face—

Hungry to fill the emptiness of space.

April 1 2004, St. Paul, Minnesota

56) The Pale Horse of Rano Raraku

Jesus said: “Know what is before your face and what is hidden from you will be revealed to you;”
From: ‘the Gospel of Thomas’.

It is to you, to you among the living that I write; for indeed, I may be dead, and am of little concern if so. For the years now that are in the past, the last few in particular, have been years of terror, of intense dread, as circles the world this very moment, to escalate, I do believe—escalate around the globe, and so I write this by inspiration of a story I heard:

Into and onto the Isla de Pascua,

Navel of the world (window to the Pacific)—

Whose Moai Eyes of towering volcanic stones

Look towards the Heavens,

As if their spirits were trapped, bound within,

Afraid, fearful, frightened, to leave their stone abode,

To face their worldly sins—

Thus, rides the Pale Horse of Rano Raraku’s rim
—of Rano Raraku’s rim.

Ah, distinctly, eagerly, pacing,

‘Tis a visitor who comes racing—

Into and onto the whisper of Rano Raraku

To catch the first glimpse,

The very first glimpse, peep, and hint… of Apocalypse—

Deception and pestilence travel with him,

The Pale Horse: Tribulation—

Whence comes hail and fire from above, mixed with blood;

The sun, moon and stars darken.

Henceforth, the Pale Horse comes racing, riding,

From the rim of this wondrous volcanic site.

The seventh trumpet is now ready to be blown,

The woes and vials to be poured:

Within the magic and mystery of this story

Rides the Pale Horse dying, dying, dying—dead,

On the rim of Rano Raraku;

Watching, watching—the stranger, Austrian, grim:

Thus comes the world’s sins;

As he witnesses the pain—the horse’s message:

“The God-King is not dead—

The God-King is coming….”

Inspired by my poet friend, Johannes [2004]




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Tuesday, December 1, 2009

SEO TAIJI - MOAI (English Subbed) 서태지 모아이

Damn the tension, the force and the presence on stage. Anyone who has ever been in the same space with Seo Taiji or followed him knows what i'm saying. Yeah! He is Back with his 8th album. The title track entitled "MOAI" is rather poetic, so some lines were translated freely, based on my own understanding XD hope to enjoy~ * SEO TAIJI 8th Album www.yesasia.com . .* MOAI BY SEO TAIJI /English Lyrics The reason why i left the light of neon siigns behind It's kinda reaction to the time that I ...



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