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MOUNTAIN NOTES 26.Mar.2000 |
Ahwight...who changed the gwaphics and turned me into a bunny wabbit?! Cute...weal cute! Well, I guess that means we'll be changing up for the Easter Season ahead.
Tired of the Oil Company Rip Off?!:
GreedyOil.com
by: Gnomie-Michael of Long Beach, CA.
With the highest gas prices ever, it seems to hit a chord with a lot of
people. So I created the GreedyOil site. I think it's more practical than
a stupid gas out. What difference does it make if you boycott for three days
if you're still going to patronize the same station after the boycott is
over? Besides, most drivers only fill up once or twice a week so it's
ineffective.
I sell nothing on the site other than a message that people really don't
need to pay the highest prices for gas. In addition, I'm adding a gas
saving quiz within the next few days. Although mostly based on common
sense, I promise, you'll learn at least 2 new things.
- Backup not found: (A)bort, (R)etry, (G)et a beer?
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The Russians Are Coming.......by: Bob Jones |
Davis Station Antarctica:
Dr Valery Klokov rang late Sunday night (19 March) indicating that he and
a
group of 10 Russian expeditioners from the Russian icebreaker "Akademic
Fedorov" would like to visit Davis on Monday (20 March).
We could hear the Mil 8 long before we could see it and when it finally
touched down on the helipad it became obvious what a great lumbering
juggernaut it was. The doors opened and out they came. I lost count in
the twenties and it may have been closer to 30 visitors, but we were quick
to notice that amongst the men were 2 women. Two basic tour groups were
formed. One visited the physics and biology laboratories and meteorology
and the other water production and storage, power house, waste treatment
facilities, recycling, general store and workshops. The visitors
departed at 7pm including a fly past by the Mil 8. A lot of good relationships,
exchange of gifts and celebration took place in the Davis lounge before
the Russians departed.
Chef, Mick Briscoe prepared an excellent dinner on Saturday night and not to be outdone Sunday cooks Rob Sharp with mung bean patties with an asian dipping sauce and Japanese miso soup with mushrooms for lunch and Robin Tihema with roast chicken and roast pork with roast vegies and broad beans in a white sauce for dinner set the benchmark for Sundays to come. Mick also put in a lot of effort on St Patrick's Day with green beer, green water and green bread and a fine beef and guiness casserole for dinner.
On Monday (20 March) numerous small groups of adelie penguins were observed on the sea-ice making their way out to sea. They had finished their moult and were departing for the winter.
Thursday (23 March) was World Meteorological Day and as part of the
celebrations, in a special phone hook up with Hobart, Joe Hopkins was
presented with a 30-year service award.
Darron Lehmann and Darren Harpur overlooking a recently frozen lake Druzhby!
Watts hut in the Vestfold Hills.
Cheers from Davis.
http://www.antdiv.gov.au
Information relating to Davis Station is at:
http://www.antdiv.gov.au/stations/davis/davis_station.html
All content and photos are property and Copyright of the Australian Antarctic Division.
Cheers to all the folks at Davis Station....From The MountainGnome and our readers! Special thanks to Bob Jones for this weeks article.
- "Ever stop to think, and forget to start again?!"
Newark : A woman was reporting her car as stolen, and mentioned that there was a car phone in it. The policeman taking the report called the phone, and told the guy that answered that he had read the ad in the newspaper and wanted to buy the car. They arranged to meet, and the thief was arrested. (guess he sat in the corner to much at school.....)
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Ridin' the Rails: Come on, lit's go fer another train ride. Hop aboard!
Welcome aboard The Hobo k Winnipesaukee Scenic
Railroads. The HOBO Railroad in the White Mountains is just
minutes away from the Old Man of the Mountains and departs
from Lincoln NH. The Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad departs
from Meredith, NH. and Weirs Beach NH. right in the heart of
the Lakes Region of New Hampshire.Both scenic railroads offer
you a HOBO Picnic Lunch ®, Friendly's Ice Cream Sundaes,
and dinner trains. Open from early spring through New Years.
See the individual railroad pages, for their full regular operating
schedules and check Events List for other special trains.
Happy Railroadin' Partners.....have fun and enjoy!!! No better way to enjoy wildlife....nature....and just down right relaxin'!
- White Water... It's all over when the First Lady sings.
Think of it as a portal for travel in Mexico, particularly in the Mexico City area. El Turista has lots of links to all sorts of Mexican travel resources, including hotels, rental cars, airlines, and maps. Of particular note is a hotel finder that can search for accommodations by name or star rating. You can't make hotel bookings directly on the site, but you will find phone and fax numbers. Yes, the site is in Spanish, but so is Mexico. Here's the URL: http://elturista.com
- Seen on the back of a biker's vest: If you can read this, my wife fell off.
Well folks, snow season is startin' to wind down....but ya say ya still want more?! Try Alyeska resort....the average snowfall is 560 inches per year! Some years find 700 inches of the white powder under yer feetsies! No matter what season ya decides to go, winter or summer, yer gonna find plenty to do and plenty of beautiful countryside to see. The lodging and fine food that's found there can keep anyone content.
Survival Tip:Do not panic!
Maintain a positive mental attitude if you become lost. Remain calm and control your fears; you will be able to think more clearly. Being lost is not dangerous if you are prepared. If you become lost, remember the acronym S.T.O.P: sit, think, observe, and plan. Once you have a plan, you will feel much better; action is an excellent antidote to fear.
Until next time: Be Safe ~ Be Happy!!
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Show Off: Yessiree, show off that Classic Car ya restored....or send us a car tip...or maybe a great car site! E-mail all them goodies to cars@mountaingnome.com
KEYHOLE HEATERS: Yes, ladies and gentlemen, you heard me right: keyhole heaters! A company called ICP Global Technologies has developed a heating lock de-icer/flashlight. Very simply, the device is a small heating element powered by two AAA batteries. Push a button and the heating element (the size of a key) telescopes, allowing you to insert it into the vehicle's keyhole, whereupon it defrosts the lock cylinder tumblers. If it's dark and you can't find the keyhole, turn on the built-in flashlight! This is a sure winner for those of US who live in the "Frozen Tundra"!
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- I've learned- that no matter how bad your heart is broken the world doesn't stop for your grief.
NEWS and VIEWS |
WANTED FOR ATTEMPTED MURDER (The actual AP headline)
Linda Burnett, 23, was visiting her inlaws, and while there went
to a nearby supermarket to pick up some groceries. Several people
noticed her sitting in her car with the windows rolled up and with
her eyes closed, with both hands behind the back of her head.
One customer who had been at the store for a while became concerned and
walked over to the car. He noticed that Linda's eyes were now open,
and
she looked very strange. He asked her if she was okay, and Linda
replied
that she'd been shot in the back of the head, and had been holding her
brains in for over an hour.
The man called the paramedics, who broke into the car because the
doors were locked and Linda refused to remove her hands from her head.
When
they finally got in, they found that Linda had a wad of bread dough on
the
back of her head.
A Pillsbury biscuit canister had exploded from the heat, making a loud
noise that sounded like a gunshot, and the wad of dough hit her in the
back
of her head. When she reached back to find out what it was, she felt
the
dough and thought it was her brains. She initially passed out, but
quickly
recovered and tried to hold her brains in for over an hour until
someone
noticed and came to her aid.
And, yes, Linda is a blonde.
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- You never really learn to swear until you learn to drive.
TIPS FOR: Moms-To-Be & New Moms |
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Announcing the Official Magazine of Today's Kids.
It's filled with fun stuff and fascinating information
about toys. What's more, it's free! Their magazine, and
its price, are sure to make you smile.
Caffeine and Conception:
If you've been trying to get pregnant for several months without success, try limiting your total intake of caffeine in coffee, tea, cola, and cocoa, especially if you regularly take in more than 300 mg a day. Before you quit your intake cold turkey, you may want to figure out where your caffeine is coming from -- not all coffee is created equal. A typical 8-ounce cup of coffee from a diner contains 350 mg of caffeine, while an 8-ounce mug of gourmet coffee has only 175 mg.
NOTE: Always follow the advice of your Physician!
KIDS IN RESTAURANTS:
Some friends were amazed that we've survived as parents so long without knowing about this trick. You're at a restaurant with an infant--what do you do with him? We'd either hold the little angel in our laps or put him in the car seat on the floor. Did you know that restaurant booster seats, when turned upside down, make great holders for car seats? That way the waiter won't kick the baby by accident, and we can amuse each other by making funny faces. Be honest now--did you know about that one?
- The most important thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother.
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IDENTIFYING MILITARY MARKERS IN A GRAVEYARD: Ancestors often have military markers containing unfamiliar letters and symbols that are difficult to identify. These symbols usually identify an auxiliary unit to which descendants of veterans belong. Some resources concerning auxiliary units are:
Continental Society Sons of Indian Wars
Descendants of Mexican War Veterans
General Society of Colonial Wars
General Society of the War of 1812
National Society of the Children of the American Revolution
National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution Home Page
Order of Indian Wars of the United States
National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution
- "Learn from your parent's mistakes - use birth control!"
MOUNTAINGNOME's GRUB SHOPPE |
GERMAN POTATO SALAD:
Here's a recipe for the hardy favorite of picnics, potlucks, and
family dinners that offers flavors and color beyond the usual version
folks expect. The salad is substantial and will complement most meat
entrees. Serves 8-10.
- 1/4 lb diced bacon
- 3/4 c thinly sliced celery
- 1/2 c finely diced onion
- 1-1/2 tbsp flour
- 3/4 c water
- 1/3 c vinegar
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp prepared mustard
- 1/4 tsp celery seed
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, diced
- 4 c (2 lb) red potatoes, cooked and sliced
- 2 tsp diced pimiento
Stir in flour, water, vinegar, and sugar; mix well. Add salt, mustard, celery seed, and pepper. Cook until thickened, stirring constantly.
Fold in eggs, potatoes, pimientos, and bacon. Cover; heat over low heat. Serve warm or at room temperature.
So until next time, REMEMBER: "Capitalism is the extraordinary belief that the nastiest of men, for the nastiest of reasons, will somehow work for the benefit of us all..."