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	<title>Pablo Picasso 1881 - 1973</title>
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	<description>The cubist period after meeting Braque started around 1911 and continued for a few years before entering a time where he designed sets for the theatre in a more classical style</description>
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		<title>Full tilt review - eliminates daunt</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Feb 2010 08:56:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you believe that talents and luck are the perfect posts to lead to a successful life and want to test in the options like reputed web-based casinos, then begin to learn the benefits you gain thru these sites with the help of Full tilt review. There&#8217;s a parable that internet casinos are always swindle [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you believe that talents and luck are the perfect posts to lead to a successful life and want to test in the options like reputed web-based casinos, then begin to learn the benefits you gain thru these sites with the help of <a href="http://rockyfrguzman.livejournal.com/792.html" target="_blank">Full tilt review</a>. There&#8217;s a parable that internet casinos are always swindle and are not genuine as the conventional casinos. Indeed, when you enter into the full speed poker site, you won&#8217;t have any such negative feeling and you won&#8217;t lose any thrill that you experience thru your land based casinos.<span id="more-386"></span></p>
<p> Updated software in full-tilt poker room is comprehensively explained in the <a href="http://www.pokerblueprint.com/full-tilt-review" target="_blank">Full tilt review</a>, where you will realize that poker online has turned to be a real and real phenomenon. Every day you will meet new poker players and if you wish, you can converse simply with the top most poker players like Howard Lederer, Phil Ivey, Chris Ferguson etc . This is an amazing opportunity, which you can&#8217;t get anywhere, both offline and online casinos. You will find plethora of online players and you may be friendly with anybody who is under your wavelength.</p>
<p> The treatment in this site is special and unique to every player. You&#8217;ll be new to online poker or you could be bored with the unacceptable treatment in assorted online sites, but this is the ultimate site for the poker enthusiasts. Every <a href="http://rockyfrguzman.insanejournal.com/828.html" target="_blank">Full tilt review</a> confirms this idea in it. The beginner players are not needed to deposit cash to play poker in full tilt poker site ; rather they are given practice through virtual money. You would not have experienced such treatment anywhere offline and online. When you gain confidence in your abilities, you can start with the enrolling bonus and with the updated software you have clear poker rooms with fast paced games and make you sense the ultimate thrills of online poker game.</p>
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		<title>The Hunt for the Perfect Wedding Party Band Begins</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2010 10:54:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Doug</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Are you expecting to celebrate a party? Celebrations are bound to paint a smile on each one&#8217;s face thus you may wish to ensure that every little detail to the grandest one is in order. Take the time to understand that you have the need to impress every single soul that comes for the party. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you expecting to celebrate a party? Celebrations are bound to paint a smile on each one&#8217;s face thus you may wish to ensure that every little detail to the grandest one is in order. Take the time to understand that you have the need to impress every single soul that comes for the party.<span id="more-385"></span> To ensure that you can make the grandest event possible, hire a <a href="http://www.souldesire.co.uk/party-band/" target="_blank">party band</a> that will take care of the entertainment.</p>
<p>It is likely that you are thinking that planning for a party is such a simple task, it may seems like it is but the truth is that it is hard to spot the best <a href="http://www.souldesire.co.uk/live-band/" target="_blank">live band</a> there is given that there are just so many of them.</p>
<p>Obviously, if you are given the task to organize a special event no matter if it is a wedding, a birthday party, anniversary, or even a simple reunion; you will have to ensure that the <a href="http://www.souldesire.co.uk/function-band/" target="_blank">function band</a> you hire will fit the said occasion.</p>
<p>Going for a punk rock band to celebrate in a formal wedding is like singing off the key. This is not the time to indulge into an experiment, rather be precise with the details. A formal occasion calls for a formal party band while birthday parties may go well with all those punk, hard metal, or rock bands!</p>
<p>Another point is to ensure that the guests will go with the band you are hiring. It pays to take the time to do your research in order to determine the taste of music of your guests. Pay extra consideration to their age, it is likely that the younger generation would dig loud music while the other way is true for the olds.</p>
<p>You should be able to touch the interest of your guests to create a long term excitement.</p>
<p>Speaking of your guests allow you to be able to ensure that you go for something that they will appreciate and may create a long term excitement during the party. Of course, it is very possible that your guests may prefer different kinds of music so you must begin your search by realizing whether or not the party band you will get is capable of playing different kinds of music.</p>
<p>Another thing to put into account is whether you are getting a band that will simply play background music. For a more formal event, the tendency is for the guests to want a background band so they will have the time to talk with one another. Because of this, be sure to get a background band only.</p>
<p>On the other hand, the normal case would be to have the party band as the major source of entertainment so if this is the case then you may want to get a band that can rock the audience. Get one that the audience can get along well.</p>
<p>Also, you should determine the level of expertise of the band by asking them to provide resume or you can research about them on your own.</p>
<p>party band, wedding band, live band, hire a live band, function band</p>
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		<title>Why are acoustic or electrical guitars expensive</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 13 Feb 2010 10:49:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Doug</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Not sure why one guitar is expensive than the other. I know that there can be various reason, such as which woods are they made of but not sure why one is expensive than the other?
I asked this question to few people and they came up with the following answers.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Not sure why one <a title="guitars" href="http://www.sheargoldmusic.co.uk/c-2-guitars-amps.aspx" target="_blank"><strong>guitar</strong></a> is expensive than the other. I know that there can be various reason, such as which woods are they made of but not sure why one is expensive than the other?</p>
<p>I asked this question to few people and they came up with the following answers.<span id="more-384"></span></p>
<p>One of my childhood friend said that age of the wood that guitar is built of can be a factor of guitar being expensive. He also added that it is worth buying an expensive guitar, because it lasts long and sounds better.</p>
<p>The next person who I asked was my colleague who recently built a guitar out of a cigar box. He also came up with similar answers to my friend. He said low end guitars usually have low quality to balane out the low price. High expensive guitars have better sound quality. The bigger the brand name the more expensive the price gets.</p>
<p>The seller said the prices comes down to many factors. It can be the brand, the wood the guitar is made of, the pickups and the age. Guitars such as <a title="acoustic guitars" href="http://www.sheargoldmusic.co.uk/c-223-acoustic-guitars.aspx" target="_blank"><strong>acoustic guitars</strong></a>, they built with great attention so it is bound to be expensive. Though some experts do say that the hand made guitars have been tested for sound quality, construction, and action and thoroughly checked to ensure they have been set up correctly.</p>
<p>Here are some of the brand names who do acoustic guitars.</p>
<ul>
<li>Tanglewood</li>
<li>Gibson</li>
<li>Ibanez</li>
<li>Vintage</li>
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<p>The prices differ on all of these brand names, which can be from below &pound;200 to higher &pound;1000s depending on the make and model of the guitar. The thing is whether it is classical, hand made or <a title="electric guitars" href="http://www.sheargoldmusic.co.uk/c-227-electric-guitars.aspx" target="_blank"><strong>electric guitars</strong></a> the prices are similar.</p>
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		<title>Ideas On Setting Up An Fantabulous Baby Shower</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 13 Feb 2010 07:06:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Even if you have all the details worked-out doesn&#8217;t mean you could take it easy. Doing the fun parts can make you neglect some of the vital things. You have to manage a few particulars prior to benefiting from your work. Let&#8217;s describe them.
Initially, you have to manage each and every small detail that goes [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Even if you have all the details worked-out doesn&#8217;t mean you could take it easy. Doing the fun parts can make you neglect some of the vital things. You have to manage a few particulars prior to benefiting from your work.<span id="more-383"></span> Let&#8217;s describe them.</p>
<p>Initially, you have to manage each and every small detail that goes with planning a baby shower&#8230;the WHEN. The time and date are the basis of a large part of the baby shower&#8217;s theme, food and games. Before confirming the WHEN, contact all of the prospective guests and find out when they would be available. They would be the female relatives of both the bride and groom. Don&#8217;t fail to remember the mother if it&#8217;s not a surprise party. If yes then perhaps you could ask the father to help you regarding her routine and the date of delivery. It is advisable to plan the baby shower a month or two before the due date. This way, you wont have to fuss about premature deliveries that could spoil the timetable.</p>
<p>As soon as you have corroborated with everybody&#8217;s calendar, you could organize the date. Try to settle on a date where it is not packed with public holidays. If your opt to celebrate the shower after the baby is born, you could reschedule it until the baby is about two month old. Newborn babies are vulnerable to germs and it is advisable not to bring them out until they are 2 weeks old. You also have to think about the mom and the baby still regulating a schedule for breastfeeding. Consider these area as well when thinking about baby shower tips <a href="http://www.sealevelechopark.com/baby-shower-poems-how-to-make-them-perfect/" target="_blank">baby shower poems</a>, <a href="http://www.sealevelechopark.com/baby-shower-bingo-jazz-up-the-party/" target="_blank">baby shower bingo</a> and <a href="http://babyshowergamesetc.com/" target="_blank">baby shower games</a>.</p>
<p>As soon as you verified the date, you could arrange for the time. Having a baby shower in the afternoon has become a typical routine. Though you do not need to go with this. Whether you prefer to have a baby shower brunch or a baby shower tea party, it is vital to set the time rightfully. This is where the timetable comes in. Having one will help you stay on course since it usually takes 2 to 3 months to organize a baby shower.</p>
<p>Now is the correct time to talk about what you have been anxious about&#8230;the budget. You ought to know how much funds you have. Will you pay for everything or will family members help out? How much do you have to begin with? A baby shower is intended for the mom to get together with her friends and family so they could coddle her. Be resourceful and arrange a baby shower for around $100. There are methods to decrease on costs which implies you have to find a good buy. A lot of companies provide good deals. A lot would provide free delivery or would give you free things when you pay for something particular. Bottom line is you have to find a bargain. If you apply this, you will learn that you don&#8217;t need to squander money.</p>
<p>To have a ballpark figure of how much you will need, you must have know the time period of the party, the menu and how many prizes. The usual budget for each guest is around $15. A crowd of one dozen will amount to $180 and this could escalate. Your expenses could escalate noticeably as this is seen as lower class. On the other hand, you could likewise save a few dollars when you follow the tips mentioned.</p></p>
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		<title>Choosing a dive knife</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2010 04:46:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Regardless of which type of scuba diving you&#8217;re interested in  from wreck diving and cave exploration to simply taking nice tropical fish pictures you will find a dive knife a very good and helpful accessory. A lot of dangerous situation can arrive under water such as getting entangled in ghost nets and a dive [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Regardless of which type of scuba diving you&#8217;re interested in  from wreck diving and cave exploration to simply taking nice <a href="http://www.fishphotoforum.com" target="_blank">tropical fish pictures</a> you will find a dive knife a very good and helpful accessory. A lot of dangerous situation can arrive under water such as getting entangled in ghost nets and a dive knife will help you escpae many such dangers. When taking <a href="http://www.aquaticcommunity.com/fishpictures/" target="_blank">tropical fish pictures </a>you may for instance become so absorbed by your task that you don&#8217;t notice that large ghost net stuck on the outside of the ship wreck where the most spectacular lionfishes are playing peek-a-boo with your camera.<span id="more-382"></span> In such a situation a good dive knife will help you free yourself from the net before things get critical.</p>
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<p>You should consider the following things before buying a dive knife</p>
<p>- Choose the right scuba knife; one that suits you and your particular needs.</p>
<p>- Make sure that you know how to use the kind of dive knife you choose to get. A sharp knife in the hands of an insufficiently prepared diver can cause more damage than what it prevents; especially in a panicky situation.</p>
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<p>In this blog post we will take a closer look at the first point  choosing a dive knife.</p>
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<p><strong>What size should the knife be</strong></p>
<p>There are three main sizes of dive knives, big knives, mini knives and standard sized knives. A standard size dive knife, also known as medium size dive knife, has a 4-5 inch or 10-15 cm blade and is small enough to comfortably keep mounted on your leg, arm or BC. Make sure the handle is large enough for you to grip without much ado. Mini Knives are 2-3 inches (5-7.5 cm) and can be mounted on the air tube. Unfortunately, many of them come with handles that are difficult to grab underwater, especially when wearing diving gloves. It is therefore extra important to try the handle on a mini knife before buying it. Big dive knives have blades that are 5 in / 15 cm or longer and can be a tad cumbersome to handle underwater, especially for precision work. When scuba diving, big doesn&#8217;t automatically equals better so only get a big scuba knife if you know that you will be doing things underwater that actually require a big knife.</p>
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<p><strong>What material should the knife be made from </strong></p>
<p>Most dive knifes are made from titanium or stainless steel. Titanium knives tend to be the most expensive choice, but are on the other hand extremely resilient to rust and other types of corrosion and a good titanium knife will stay sharp for numerous dives. Stainless steel knives are cheaper can be made to last for a long time with proper care like making sure to always rinse them in fresh water after every dive. It is a good idea to coat it with oil or silica.</p>
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<p><strong>Should the knife have a serrated edge?</strong></p>
<p>A serrated edge is ideal for cutting natural fibres such as hemp ropes and kelp, while a straight edge will be more apt at cutting artificial materials like nylon ropes and monofilament fishing lines. If you decide to go for a serrated knife, ideally pick one where the serrations run almost the entire length of the blade to make it possible to get a nice sawing motion going when you need to cut something. I recommend that you get a knife witha serrated edge on once said and a straight edge on the other, that way you get the best from both worlds.</p>
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<p><strong>Should I choose a knife with a sharp tip?</strong></p>
<p>Sharp tips are popular among spear fishers, but if you plan on using your knife for something else then a blunt tip is usually to be preferred. A sharp tip will easily break if you try to use your knife to hack, chisel, pry, dig or similar. Having a knife with a sharp tip will also increase the risk of accidently puncturing a BC  your own or your dive buddy&#8217;s.</p>
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<p><strong>Do I need a line cutting notch? </strong></p>
<p>Yes, a cutting notch will make it much easier to cut small lines and other potential dangers.</p>
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		<title>Make the decision on buying either an electric guitar or an acoustic guitar</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:55:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[To start with, there is always a problem choosing the right guitar for the beginners. Everyone wants to look good while and feel comfortable while playing a guitar. The first thing they need to do is choose between acoustic guitars and electric guitars. Knowledge of both guitars can make it easier to make the decision [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>To start with, there is always a problem choosing the right guitar for the beginners. Everyone wants to look good while and feel comfortable while playing a guitar. The first thing they need to do is choose between <a title="acoustic guitars" href="http://www.sheargoldmusic.co.uk/c-223-acoustic-guitars.aspx" target="_blank"><strong>acoustic guitars</strong></a> and electric guitars.<span id="more-381"></span> Knowledge of both guitars can make it easier to make the decision on which guitar to buy.</p>
<p>A basic difference between an acoustic and an electric guitar is the amplification.</p>
<p>An acoustic guitar has hollow bodies, which amplify the vibrations from the strings. These <a title="guitars" href="http://www.sheargoldmusic.co.uk/c-2-guitars-amps.aspx" target="_blank"><strong>guitars</strong></a> are more limited in shape, that also makes a difference on the sound. An acoustic guitars does not have the wider choosing option. One is steel string guitar and another is nylon string guitar. Nylon string guitars are mostly used for classical, flamenco and folk tunes and steel string guitars are generally used for country rock music.</p>
<p>The difference between steel and nylon string is that the steel string is louder than the nylon string, also steel is played with a pick and nylon almost always is played with fingers, I have also seen guitarists playing both type of acoustic guitars by their fingers.</p>
<p>An electric guitar is much easier to play, they have pickups, that are wrapped in steel which hear the vibrations formed by the strings, then sends these signals to an amplifier. Purchasing an electric guitar, will mean a good new amp, which means it can be rather expensive.</p>
<p>Most people look for a guitar, which has the quality of both acoustic and <a title="electric guitars" href="http://www.sheargoldmusic.co.uk/c-227-electric-guitars.aspx" target="_blank"><strong>electric guitars</strong></a>. You should always go for your own preference, because you will be the one learning the guitar. Most people have said that starting to play guitar with acoustic makes it easier to play electric, whereas there are some guitars which are hard to play such as classical guitars, basically because of the shape and size.</p>
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		<title>Tips To Find Cheap, But Nice Baby Shower Gifts</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:48:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It&#8217;s thrilling to receive an invitation to a baby shower. Nevertheless, you need to scale down on your expenses which includes gift-buying. You don&#8217;t have to stay at home even if you don&#8217;t have the means. There is a wide range of low-cost gift ideas to choose from. It will seem that you are giving [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s thrilling to receive an invitation to a baby shower. Nevertheless, you need to scale down on your expenses which includes gift-buying. You don&#8217;t have to stay at home even if you don&#8217;t have the means.<span id="more-380"></span> There is a wide range of low-cost gift ideas to choose from. It will seem that you are giving them expensive gifts.</p>
<p>1. Consider the baby&#8217;s growth when you purchase clothes. Since there is a possibility that everybody will buy clothes for a newborn, don&#8217;t do that. It would be better if you purchase an outfit for a 12-month old. The season is almost over so perhaps you can purchase them on sale. To come to the point, you acquired something at 50% off.</p>
<p>2. Perhaps you would rather be personal when it comes to gift-giving. Two fabulous suggestions would be a hand-print and footprint plastic kit as well as a baby photo album. You can craft picture frames with diverse sizes. These are astonish gift ideas that are cost-effective. The parents will certainly adore them as they likewise serve as reminders.</p>
<p>3. If the mother-to-be is somehow related to you and she is having a few baby showers then perhaps you could partake in all of them. You can likewise take pictures in every partiy and put them together in a scrapbook for her. This could be a fabulous gift suggestion that is easy on the pocket. <a href="http://www.sealevelechopark.com/baby-shower-tableware-tips-on-selection/" target="_blank"><br /></a></p>
<p>4. If you wish to give educational things then children&#8217;s books is your best alternative. Board books are better because babies often put stuff in their mouths. You could choose the ones that include rhymes but any children&#8217;s book will do. Classic story books like Cinderella for girls or Peter Pan for boys are likewise enlightening. Check with a friend who has had a party for info on <a href="http://bridalshoweretc.com" target="_blank">bridal shower invitations</a>, <a href="http://www.sealevelechopark.com/baby-shower-centerpieces-that-you-can-make-yourself/" target="_blank">baby shower centerpieces</a> and  <a href="http://www.sealevelechopark.com/baby-shower-diaper-cakes-some-helpful-tips/" target="_blank">baby shower diaper cakes</a> .</p>
<p>5. It&#8217;s a marvelous idea to give a tub stuffed with baby items. Try not to spend more than twenty dollars. It&#8217;s as easy as buying a baby tub and stuffing it with baby stuff. Buy practical stuff that the new mom might have forgotten to register for. Excellent choices would be diaper rash cream, diaper wipes, baby wash, baby oil and baby lotion.</p>
<p>6. An umbrella stroller is something a mom would find beneficial. As soon as the baby starts to sit up, this would be useful. One would cost you approximately $15.</p>
<p>7. One more educational gift alternative would be small toys for babies. Seeing that learning is boundless, these would be really essential for both moms and babies. These would surely be helpful them in the long run. These are suitable for mothers to have in the baby bags as well as at home. Given that they don&#8217;t cost much, you can still have extra money even if you purchase a few.</p>
<p>8. It is also sensible to give a a huge pack of diapers. This could overwhelm the mom for sure! You might want to surf the internet or look at ads to be guaranteed that you get the discounted rate.</p>
<p>Truly there is a wide selection of inexpensive baby shower gifts to choose from. So try not to feel that you have to take a rain check or go empty-handed. With a baby on the way, any kind of gift will surely be loved.</p></p>
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		<title>How Do You Fancy a Hotel Owner Like Basil Fawlty</title>
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 She was saying that one of her all time favourites used to be Fawlty Towers, in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I was thinking back to the good old days with a great friend of mine the other day.  We got talking about some of the brilliant old comedy shows that we used to watch back in the 1970&#8217;s</p>
<p> She was saying that one of her all time favourites used to be Fawlty Towers, in which John Cleese played the main character.</p>
<p> I couldn&#8217;t disagree with her as this show was British comedy at its very best and certainly caused a huge deal of laughter, something that sadly doesn&#8217;t seem to happen so much nowadays.<span id="more-379"></span></p>
<p> We got onto the subject of who starred in the show and actually had a bit of a row about John Cleese and his real life wife. My friend was absolutely convinced that John Cleese had been married to Prunella Scales, who played his other half in the show, but I knew he was actually married to Connie Booth who played the character of Polly.</p>
<p> It&#8217;s strange that such a silly conversation can get so out of hand, but you know what it&#8217;s like when 2 women think they are right, nobody likes to back down and admit that they are wrong.</p>
<p> In the end we made the joint decision that the only way to find out which one of was right was to carry out a search in Google. Naturally it was me who was correct, which didn&#8217;t go down very well with my mate.</p>
<p> She said that perhaps I should think about booking a <a href="http://www.tlh.co.uk/accommodation/self_catering.asp" target="_blank"><strong>self catering Torquay</strong></a> holiday. I said that I would rather visit some of the <a href="http://www.tlh.co.uk/" target="_blank"><strong>hotels in Devon</strong></a> in the hope that one of them might actually have a real life Hotel owner like Basil Fawlty.</p>
<p> If you would like to holiday in Torquay I think you will find plenty of great activities you could give a try. One of my friends who organises <a href="http://www.tlh.co.uk/bowling/bowling-for-groups.asp" target="_blank"><strong>bowling holidays</strong></a> for her Club was pretty impressed with Torquay during a recent visit. She thought that Torquay was so great that she has already booked up for a couple of bowling tournaments for next year.</p>
<p> I bet she is secretly hoping to have a hotel owner like Basil Fawlty, at least she would be assured there was never going to be a dull moment!!</p>
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		<title>The Eisteddfod 2010, one of the top attraction in Wales</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 08:48:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[if you have grown used to travelling abroad during the summer for your vacactions, you might be interested in something more &#8216;local&#8217;. Focus your attentions on the west of the UK, to a country with its own specially unique cultural charm.
Anyone considering weekend breaks in Wales or looking for things to do in Wales would [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>if you have grown used to travelling abroad during the summer for your vacactions, you might be interested in something more &#8216;local&#8217;. Focus your attentions on the west of the UK, to a country with its own specially unique cultural charm.</p>
<p>Anyone considering <a href="http://www.walesinstyle.com/romantic_hotels_in_wales.aspx" target="_blank">weekend breaks in Wales</a> or looking for <a href="http://www.walesinstyle.com/things_to_do/default.aspx" target="_blank">things to do in Wales</a> would be well served by a visit to the biggest annual Welsh language and cultural festival - The National Eisteddfod<strong>.<span id="more-378"></span></strong> Eisteddfod alternates the venue between north and south of the country during the first weeks of August, with Ebbw Vale being the next host in 2010.</p>
<p>The largest cultural event in Europe is the National Eisteddfod of Wales, the principle event in the nation&#8217;s calendar. The event is a celebration of Welsh culture, so the proceedings are conducted mainly in the Welsh language, although with over 150,000 visitors per week, there is plenty of English spoken. You&#8217;ll receive a warm welcome at the Eisteddfod regardless of whether or not you can speak Welsh and a translating kit can be picked up for the day as you arrive.</p>
<p>You don&#8217;t need to have a wide knowlede of the language, it is possible to absorb the rich offerings of music, dance and crafts. The majority of the events are conducted in the main field or Maes, with the pavilion being the focal point of the festival where you can find dance, recitatiion competitions and poetry. These include the Crowning (best work in free verse), Daniel Owen memorial prize (best unpublished Welsh novel), the Prose Medal, and the Chairing of the winning poet.</p>
<p>There are also theatre, arts and crafts exhibitions, a literature pavilion, an area for Welsh learners to hone their language skills and plenty of plenty of food and drink. Or travel a little further afield and experience some of the first class <a href="http://www.walesinstyle.com/food_and_drink/default.aspx" target="_blank">restaurants in Wales</a> that are nearby. There are evening entertainments galore as part of the Eisteddfod including plays, concerts, comedy shows and performances by local groups. If you are interested in bands and rock groups, there are loads of gigs in Welsh and in English in the main arena or areas close to the main paviliion.</p></p>
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		<title>Which Muscles Does Riding a Bike Develop?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 08:48:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cycling is one of the most popular sports in the world and it is estimated that there is over 4 billion bikes world wide now. The motivations for cycling vary, from just wanting to get a bit of fresh air, to wanting to dramatically enhance your fitness. Generally speaking the type of cycling you do [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cycling is one of the most popular sports in the world and it is estimated that there is over 4 billion bikes world wide now. The motivations for cycling vary, from just wanting to get a bit of fresh air, to wanting to dramatically enhance your fitness. Generally speaking the type of cycling you do will affect how your muscles will adapt.<span id="more-377"></span> If you cycle very long distances at relatively low intensity, your muscles will become very good at endurance and will build many slow-twitch fibres. Conversely, if you ride at a high intensity over shorter periods, you will develop more fast twitch (powerful) fibres and build muscle size. But which are the muscles that are demanded the most of when riding.</p>
<p> <strong>Quadriceps (thigh muscles)</strong>. The muscles that are worked the hardest whilst cycling and so need to be the most developed are the quads. These are the muscles that straighten out the leg and produce the down force on the pedals, which in turn rotate the crack. <a href="http://www.in-gearonline.co.uk" target="_blank">Racing bikes</a> in fact are designed to locate the quads directly over the crack so that maximum efficiency is achieved. The quad muscles thankfully adapt quite quickly to exercise, which is lucky as bike riding forces them to work at quite a rapid rate.</p>
<p> <strong>Gastrocnemius (calf)</strong>. The muscles of the calf work just as hard as those of the thigh, and relative to their size they produce a lot of power.When the leg is straightened by the quadricep muscles, there is still a percentage of power that can be gained by flexing the calf muscles and pointing the toes downwards. <a href="http://www.in-gearonline.co.uk/bikes_pinarello.htm" target="_blank">Pinarello</a> make pedals that dynamically pivot to squeeze every last bit of power juice from the calf muscles.</p>
<p> <strong>Hamstrings</strong>. It may be the thigh muscles that provide most of the forward momentum when riding, but in order to flex the legs and prime them for the next downward push, it is the hamstrings that do the work. This doesnt require much force on a standard bike as the rotation of the pedals pushes the leg up but when you use <a href="http://www.in-gearonline.co.uk/shoes.htm" target="_blank">cycling shoes</a> that clip to the pedals, a large amount of additional force can be generated by these muscles in the upward movement</p>
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