Surfing in Hangzhou, China, The Qiantang River Tidal Bore Story

This has to be the illest non X Game related video I have ever seen. Thank God a corporated sponsor is not behind this video. Everyday--twice a day--in the City of Hangzhou (pronounced "han-joe"), a tidal bore wave rolls upstream on the Qiantang (pronounced "kwin-tang") River. And each year, in September, the wave is at its largest.

To witness this awesome sight, hundreds of thousands of Chinese people come to the annual Wave Watching Festival in Hangzhou. And this year, they're here to see surfing for the very first time.

Hangzhou, China, The Qiantang River Tidal Bore Story - September 2008 from paul c barranco on Vimeo.

A tidal bore (or just bore, or aegir) is a tidal phenomenon in which the leading edge of the incoming tide forms a wave (or waves) of water that travel up a river or narrow bay against the direction of the current. As such, it is a true tidal wave (not to be confused with a tsunami).

Bores occur in relatively few locations worldwide, usually in areas with a large tidal range (typically more than 20 feet (6.1 m) between high and low water), and where incoming tides are funneled into a shallow, narrowing river via a broad bay. The funnel-like shape not only increases the height of the tide, but it can also decrease the duration of the flood tide down to a point where the flood appears as a sudden increase in the water level.
Bores take on various forms, ranging from a single breaking wavefront — somewhat like a shock wave — to ‘undular bores’ comprising a smooth wavefront followed by a train of secondary waves (whelps). Large bores can be particularly dangerous for shipping, but also present opportunities for river surfing.

Breakwater by Artectura and Eduardo Zamarro

Architect: Artectura
Painter: Eduardo Zamarro
Photographer: Santos-Díez / ClicarQ

Breakwater by Artectura and Eduardo Zamarro // A Guarda-Galicia, Spain
text by Marcia Argyriades


A Guarda is located at the south western tip of Galicia with the Mino River separating it from its historic “enemy” Portugal. A Guarda’s economy was foundered on fishing and although today it enjoys a more varied economy the town’s fishing heritage still remains important and so does their port!

Madrid based architectural office Artectura and Eduardo Zamarro, painter were assigned to give a new look to the A Guarda port! The aim of the project was to make the port a significant place for a stroll at the waterfront, for sightseeing, for sweet winter, summer, and all year round memories by the sea! Another aim was for the waterfront to be seen from Galicia village.

Word of the week>>>Paripatetic

Paripatetic


Main Entry:
1 peri·pa·tet·ic
Pronunciation:
\ˌper-ə-pə-ˈte-tik\
Function:
noun
Date:
15th century


"Walking about or from place to place; traveling on foot."
Peripatetic of or relating to the philosophy or teaching methods of Aristotle, who conducted discussions while walking about in the Lyceum of ancient Athens.
n.
One who walks from place to place; an itinerant.
Peripatetic A follower of the philosophy of Aristotle; an Aristotelian.

Visual Sentence::
There is no doubt about the historicity of Xuanzang, the peripatetic pilgrim who passed this way around 630 on his way from Xian in Shaanxi Province to India.

New>>RADIOHEAD "HARRY PATCH (IN MEMORY OF)"

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Maybe these will help curve the appetite for destruction. Maybe it won't just be beauty but sacrifice. Bombs away...Black hole sun....won't you come...won't you come..
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Ice usually contains millions of tiny air bubbles, but when it freezes almost instantly the air bubbles don’t get a chance to form, and a blue colour can be seen.

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Does Air Conditioning really affect your health?

Who would be without air conditioning. In hot, humid climates it is more than a modern comfort – it is an essential element in getting through those sweltering, sticky days. But, like most modern conveniences, air conditioning has its down-sides. Are they sufficient to make you think twice about having an air conditioner at your place? Many researchers believe they are. Let’s find out why.

The problems associated with air conditioners arise out of overuse. With the ease of fingertip control many people assume that the more they use their unit the better it will be. This, however, is not the case. Air conditioning aggravates the effects of arthritis and neuritis. It also causes trouble for those with sinus trouble, causing their heads to become blocked. In addition to these obvious reactions to an air conditioned environment there are many far more subtle reactions that can adversely affect a person’s health. Studies between those who have worked for prolonged periods in air conditioned offices and those who work outdoors, have consistently shown that the people exposed to air conditioning are more susceptible to colds, flu and other minor ailments. It has also been proven that the body undergoes a certain amount of stress when it is forced to go from a boiling hot environment into an air conditioned one. Over time this, too can cause problems.

It is also apparent that those who spend an inordinate amount of time in an air conditioned environment are not able to readily cope with hot summer temperatures. As a result, severe heat waves are now taking a higher death toll. In addition to this many people have been made sick by extreme variances between outside and inside temperatures. Going from an outside temperature of over 100 degrees Fahrenheit to an inside one of less than 78 degrees is, for example, bound to play havoc with one’s health.

Air conditioners in cars also have their problems. Micro-organisms have been found within the units that may cause breathing problems. Researchers at Louisiana State Medical Center identified eight different types of mould living inside of 22 of 25 cars tested. Air conditioning units
can also circulate air-borne diseases, most famously Legionairre’s Disease. If the unit has cheap filters or is not properly maintained it will simply recirculate pollutants.

Cutting back on air conditioning is also a way to conserve energy. It takes 60 % more energy to cool a home to 72 % than it does to 78 %. In fact, as an energy saving measure, the United States Government issued a directive in 1980 making it illegal to cool public buildings below 78 %.

Of course there are also positives to air conditioning. It creates a pleasant atmosphere inside, regardless of what is going on outside. It may eliminate heat rash and help hay fever sufferers by removing pollens from the air. The removal of dirty and dry air is also accomplished by air conditioning.

The decision to use air conditioning is, of course, yours. Having weighed up the pros and cons, you may decide that the best option is to use it, but do so sparingly, not going below 78 degrees, and not becoming reliant on it. Then, you’ll get the benefits while, hopefully, avoiding the detriments of air conditioning.

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Recipe of the week::Balsamic-Glazed Chickpeas and Mustard Greens

If necessity is the mother of invention, hunger is the mother of new recipes. Well, hunger, laziness, and a sadly depleted refrigerator. On a recent Sunday, I was out of everything I would normally eat for lunch--no lettuce, no spinach, no cabbage, nothing fresh and green and salad-worthy. I was also sadly lacking the desire to run to the store to get any of these items because that would take a lazy Sunday and turn it into a shopping Sunday, and who wants that? So I checked to see what green vegetables I did have in the house and found only mustard greens.

10 ounces mustard greens
1/2 large red onion, thinly sliced
4-6 tablespoons vegetable broth, divided
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon sea salt (optional)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon agave nectar or sugar
1 cup cooked chickpeas, rinsed and drained

Remove any large stems from the greens and discard. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

In a deep pot or wok, sauté the onion in a tablespoon or two of vegetable broth until mostly faded to pink, about 4 minutes. Add the chopped garlic and red pepper and another tablespoon of broth and cook, stirring, for another minute. Add the mustard greens, 2 tablespoons of broth, and cook, stirring, until greens are wilted but still bright green, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in the salt, if using. Remove greens and onions from pan with a slotted spoon and place in a serving dish, leaving any liquid in pan.

Add the balsamic vinegar, and agave to the liquid in the pan (if there is no liquid, add 2 tablespoons of broth). Add the chickpeas and cook, stirring, over medium heat until the liquid is reduced by about half. Spoon the chickpeas over the greens and drizzle the sauce over all.

Serve warm, with additional balsamic vinegar at the table.

Servings: 2

Talia Radford's Water Purifier

Industrial designer Talia Radford's unusual-looking AquaIris water purifier concept, meant to be slung over a shoulder and carried with a strap, uses no electricity or conventional charcoal filters; instead a grid of "converter crystals"--lenses, really--is intended to focus the sun's rays into an ultraviolet frequency that blasts the water molecules clean without affecting its taste.

Blessed Transcendence: Baatin Rasual Rasii...of Slum Village....................................................................Fly>>>

Whether you were a hardcore fan of Slum Village or not, we all in some way bared witness to their musical offerings over the years. Most of us associate their sound with Jay Dee who was definitely a genius spirit who moved on before most of us were ready to bid him a final peace...I found out today that Baatin, one of Slum Village's original members passed on today. The cause of death is not clear at the moment, he was just 35 years old. We just wanted to send many prayers of guidance and light to all of his family and friends. All I have to say is "Pregnant" on The Fan-Tas-Tic Vol.1 is just one of those jewels. Give thanks... Travel Safe...Travel Light...Bless Up......

Baatin has no exact translation, but the closest translation is "what is inwardly hidden, unseen; the thing or feeling that is hidden away from human vision or knowledge.""Al-Baatin". It has no literal meaning, but indicates "the Inwardly Hidden". It also means the One Who is close to His Creation by His Knowledge, Sight and Listening. One of the ninety-nine Attributes of Allah Ta'ala. The work of the inner life is to make God a reality, so that God is no more an imagination; Baatin will be missed. His words helped many become who they are now. Spiritually, Baatin represented the object of the inner life in my view. He was the only MC I ever saw stand in yoga tree posture for 5 minutes during a song.
Although people say they don't know how he passed away, @ 2:58 seconds of this song, you may have an indication.


Respect to Baatin and his little angel, "Aura" pictured below>>

Stories We Were Too Young to Hear About>>>

Minnie Riperton Attacked by Lion


Sometimes youtube has its place and other times its pointless. I never knew this happenned though. Poor Minnie.

Big Respect to Minnie

Elite Track Pan American Championship Day Four (shot 7.30.09)

(above) Cuban Lisandra Guerra celebrates during the 2009 Elite Track Pan American Championship cycling event in Mexico City, Thursday July 30, 2009. Guerra won the gold medal in the women's Keirin event. (AP Photo/Claudio Cruz )

(above) Cyclists competing during the womens 25km point race in the 2009 Elite Track Pan American Championship cycling event in Mexico City, Thursday July 30, 2009. (AP Photo/Claudio Cruz)

(above)Cuba's Yumari Gonzalez, left, and Chile's Paola Munos compete during the 2009 Elite Track Pan American Championship cycling event in Mexico City, Thursday July 30, 2009. Gonzalez won a medal gold and Munos a Silver in the women's 25 km point race. (AP Photo/Claudio Cruz)

(above)Colombia's Diana Garcia, right, and US's Cari Higginis, left, compete during the 2009 Elite Track Pan American Championship cycling event in Mexico City, Thursday July 30, 2009. Garcia won the silver medal and Higginis the Bronze in the women's Keirin event. ( AP Photo/Claudio Cruz )
World Champion Lisandra Guerra Rodriguez continues her winni

For The "D"

When we transcend, a way is made for the next little balls of light to come through...Hold Ya Head...Bless

Nature's Magic: Jenny Lee Fowler

I truly love all things green that grow, the magic in nature is something to be celebrated.  I stumbled across an artist who has been able to marry her love and appreciation of trees, leaves, and things with the human form.  Her name is Jenny Lee Fowler and she began as a child by cutting a snowflake for each snowfall.  Over the years, her snowflakes have grown increasingly intricate and animate, reflecting her deep love of folks, nature, and the magic in them.  At first glance, it may seem like an optical illusion but, nothing is traced, it is completely free-hand.  Her silhouettes are cut from heirloom paper, tree bark, and leaves.  Her work has been described as "sweet and quiet, kind of like watching rain fall."  Find a tree to sit under and delight in all your days...Bless and Be Well....Peace...