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To double dip a bit, cheater that I be... Sorry M and UF. Another true story, from that boring VIERK repertoire. Caught speeding, just a tad, think it was one of those Mississsippi style, tree branch hiding the speed limit sign, sad speed trap (M) cases. But thank Goddess, it was up North here, where the fuzz (M) at least often have a sense of humour, and kindness. Plus, they don't have to pay for ten shiny new police cruisers in a tiny sleepy backwater (M). But I digress. I should have known that the VIERK GT car would be a magnet for the Coppers (M), which is why it's racing green, and not Corvette red. But yes, with smart a** twin young girls on board, ( around ten YO), I opened the cockpit(M) window to hear every motorist's dreaded words. "License, registration and insurance card, please, Sir" The guy was at least three meters tall with that big GUN and high blue HAT going, so it wasn't exactly a time for any VIERK ingratiating (M) excuse BS stories. Just then, he noticed how both little rat girls were snickering (M) uncontrollably, in the full back seats (just BTW, another reason it beats any Porsche or 'Vettte) with my also trying hard not to laugh. He seemed to be doing the same, and just then, my hopes rose ever so litle. After returning from checking my record on the VHF in his Squad car (M), and only smiling, he said, "good driving record, Sir, and great girls. Any chance they are twins", as he handed me back all the paperwork (M), ---with merely a warning. At which point all four of us were cracking up (M) uncontrollably, as he struggled to get out his final words, "Sir, please drive carefully, as an example to the children." Can't make this stuff up.

Ah, yes. Ladies and gentlemen! Today's the final entry in my "getting ready for the USA!" series. It's been 11 parts, but we have finally made it to the end! I am set to leave in less than two hours, and I have already packed my suitcase. I did that two days ago!

I also exchanged all the money that I need for a week long trip, but it wasn't without any drama. I had to exchange them in two stages, because my card would only allow for a certain amount to be exchanged daily. The first stage went off without a hitch. Everything was functioning as intended, so I ended up with $690 then. I still needed $575 more, so I went to exchange that at the airport. "Technical error", said the machine. I tried to draw some money out of an ATM - "Amount exceeds daily limit".. That was weird, since I hadn't spent any money that day. It was only after I got home, that I read a message from my bank. They had some issues with some cards, making purchases and withdrawals impossible. I went to the airport after work the next day, and by then I could withdraw the remaining money.

All is well now!

The next "oh boy what now" was Monday morning. I looked to see if my flight was leaving on time, and it then showed that my flight didn't fly on Wednesday. "Is this some form of joke? A punishment? How am I THIS unlucky with trips to the US?", was my immediate thought. As it turns out, my airline sent me an email at the early hours of Monday morning, explaining that they had to change aircraft, and so I had been assigned a new seat. A few hours later, the flight was back on the schedule.

So now I am ready to go! I still need to pack some toiletries, but other than that - I am ready! Ready to FINALLY visit the United States of America! It has only taken me 38 years to go, but better late than never, right? Before I leave, I have to make sure to take out all the trash and disconnect everything from the power supply. That means switching off every switch and pulling out the plugs from the wall. Everything that's connected to the electrical grid needs to be disconnected. Well, everything in my room, that is.

I have also switched phone subscription, to one that gives me 25 gigs of data in the world. Every electronic device I have to bring with me is on charge. My power bank and the battery for my camera. My phone is fully charged, and I am bringing my charging cable to use in my power bank. I never use public charge points.

What else.. Ah yes, my carry-on luggage. it's been so long since I have been on a holiday, that I have forgotten what to put in it. What I have in it is a shirt, my passport, money and all relevant documentation I need to show at the US border. Next, I have to put my toothbrush, my charging cable, power bank and camera in. By then, it should be 11 pm, at which point, ladies and gentlemen: I will be going on an adventure!

I will not be on the site while I am in the US. I have to experience so much! Oh.. That reminds me.. I need shorts, because apparently the weather is going to be nice and toasty! 26 degrees on Monday.. I also have jeans with me, just in case the weather gets a bit.. Nordic.. I also need some good walking shoes, since DC is a city built for walking. Luckily, I like to walk, so I shouldn't be too put off by that.

But yeah, I am ready to go! I can't believe it's here at last! It seemed like it was forever away just a few months ago!

I will update you all about the trip when I get home!

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Helped a fellow sailor install an amateur radio/single side band radio/back rig antenna on his 34 foot sloop here a decade ago. He was bound for the Med. by way of Nova Scotiia and the Azores. Chickend out on his offer to join in the crossing. Rationalized the presence of young twins, etc. But kept in touch via short wave daily, and relayed the info to his wife by phone in her home in Bethel, Alaska. Vicarious travel. Regret it to this day. Bucket lists. Carpe diem.

Hope you all have a good one.
See you in 2015.

Taman Hutan Raya - TAHURA..the name of a conservation forest in Bandung area,
is an integrated conservation area between secondary nature and forest..

Alhamdulillah..Be grateful to have the opportunity to be there last Sunday at an eventForest Archery Tournament





As a newbie in Horse Bow Archery, this experience was .adventure , excited, and fun, ..
met with many senior and expert people in archery of course improve and add my knowledge





Previously I enjoyed walking in the forest to go up or down the mountain,
but this time it was the first experience going through the forest and archery ...

That's my sunday.. how with your sunday.. wish you all Joyfull and happy too

I went to the local money exchange agency, Forex, and I got $50. I am now home, and I decided to take a closer look at them.

They feel weird. The Danish currency feels smooth and paper-like, while the American one feels rough and coarse. Like sand.. I don't like the sand.. There was a reference there. If you know it, you have scored ten points.

Anyway.

On American dollars, there are Presidents on one side, and The White House on the other. On the Danish money, it's bridges on one side, and some artifacts on the other. The dollar also says "In God We Trust", which the Danish money doesn't, because Denmark isn't embracing God as much as the US does.

The notes I got was three times Hamilton and one Jackson. I would like Benjamins, but not now. Later, perhaps.

So far, in two days, I have planned a USA trip, gotten my ESTA and my first $50. I am $950 short of my target, which I have just over 9 months to get. Average: $100 per month. It's gonna be tough, but I have Christmas coming up. I can wish for some dollars there.

Anyway, that's all for me today. Toodles!

The most beautiful place for diving is the Red Sea in Egypt. To see coral reefs with wonderful shapes and colors and rare wonderful fish
And rare marine creatures

I took a vacation to Oregon. It's about 1800 miles one way. I made it in 3 days on my trike. On the way up I had 2 days I rode over 600 miles, a bit hard on the sit down, but still a lot of fun. On the way home I had a day I rode a little over 700 miles. I didn't much care for riding around in the Portland area, but I loved it when we went to the coast. Such beautiful country, and the roads are great for riding. While in Oregon I had my sister, 2 nieces, and a nephew ride with me. What a trip, not bad for an old man.