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BMW 530i: Under promising, over delivering
Thirty minutes into driving the BMW 530i M-Sport, I can't think of anything that I would expect it to do any better. Well, a hundred more horses wouldn't go amiss, maybe another bank of cylinders to make a V8…truth is, there's no such thing as the 'perfect' car. But why does the word 'perfection' keep cropping up in my head the more I settle into it?
It's almost cruel how little the exterior of the 530i reflects its inner talents, it's as if BMW had perfected the art of under promising and over delivering by way of how its cars look these days. The G30-generation 5-Series' tidy proportions and athletic stance are by no means unattractive, but for a key volume contributor that's all-new, it looks inexplicably subdued on the outside, even with the M-Sport bits.
Look past the subdued styling if you want to get to the gist of the 530i.
One can argue that the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Audi A6 hardly break the mould themselves, but that's not an excuse for BMW to play it so safe. By doing so, it let slip a gilt-edged opportunity to put one over its rivals. Instead, BMW dealers have their work cut out trying to convince prospects to get behind the wheel of a car that doesn't look much different from the old one.
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It's easy to forget that the 5-Series is a mid-size luxury saloon at its very core, and that it needs to be an accomplished all-rounder which also stays true to the mantra of 'sheer driving pleasure' – the 530i M-Sport is precisely that kind of car. It would've been nice if the 530i had six instead of four cylinders under its aluminium bonnet, but when the turbocharged four-cylinder (with 252hp and 350Nm) is this civilised and willing, you don't miss the extra pistons.
Behind the steering wheel is where you'd want to be in a 530i M-Sport.
And then there's the eight-speed ZF automatic, now made smarter with the new Adaptive mode (as part of the Driving Experience Control) that's just so adept at reading what the driver wants, you'd think that it's hardwired to your brains. The cultured and seamless performance of the powertrain is even more impressive when you consider that the 530i will do idle to 100km/h in just 6.2 seconds.
iDrive still the best in the business, now with touch response; 2.0-litre turbo four-pot good for 252hp and 350Nm.
It really doesn't matter if you're clocking 60km/h or 160km/h, stuck in traffic or out on open winding roads, on shitty tarmac or smooth surfaces, the 530i M-Sport has a wide operating range to handle whatever that comes its way. Instead of just talking about soft or hard suspension settings, I like to think of the 530i as offering different levels of suppleness, whether it's dialled into 'Comfort' or 'Sport' mode, a smooth ride is never sacrificed.
When taking the long way home makes sense…
The 530i also shows that handling isn't just about hard damping or quelling of body roll, which has the effect of dulling sensation by the way. Instead, it strikes this sweet balance between subjective feedback and inherent control. Despite the 530i's substantial footprint – it is longer, wider, taller than the F10, but lighter – you can really tell what the car is doing underneath and draw confidence from that. Other carmakers can learn a thing or two from BMW in how it allows the 530i suspension to 'breathe' and that a light but delicate steering response makes it so easy to place this large saloon on whichever piece of tarmac you choose.
A smooth ride is guaranteed in the 530i; high perceived quality of the interior adds to the premium experience.
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But I'm a little worried; BMW Malaysia quietly discontinued the excellent 330i M-Sport last year in favour of the 330e as part of its grand hybrid plan. Don't get me wrong, the 330e retains all the DNA of a BMW but the electrified 3-Series just isn't as engaging to drive as the lighter 330i. The 530e will arrive this year, so it'll be interesting to see whether the 530i M-Sport will 'suffer' the same fate as the 330i, but looking at the price positioning of competitors' hybrid offerings (i.e. the Mercedes-Benz E350e and Volvo S90 T8), the RM388,800 530i's days could be numbered. So maybe you might want to drop by at a BMW dealership before it's gone.
BMW 530i M-Sport
Price: RM388,800 Engine: 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder, RWD Output: 252hp/350Nm Transmission: 8-sp automatic Performance: 0-100km/h in 6.2s; top speed 250km/h (limited) Wheels/tyres: 245/40 R19 (F), 275/35 R19 (R) Safety: 6 airbags, Electronic Stability Control Warranty: 5-year/unlimited w/ 5-year service maintenance


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Introducing the Selectors for the MA/MFA Phase of Graduate Photography Online 2018: we talk to Alicia Hart, Photo Editor at AMV BBDO.
Tell us about your job and the work of AMV BBDO? What does your core role at the agency involve?
Most of my role at AMV BBDO is mostly in creative development and new business areas. This is often pitches and selling ideas to clients on their global campaigns. Our clients include Mayor of London, Guinness, National lottery, BT and Pepsi. I co-created our Instagram site with my colleague Jaki Jo Hannan. I work as a producer on some of the charity work we do at AMV BBDO.
I've done both a degree and masters in photography and that's because of my own interest in my self-development rather that this being essential for my career. My interest in photography started at 17 when I was at Sixth Form College. I did a BTEC and then did my degree in photography at Farnham, now UCA. Once I graduated, I started working for a small publisher that put together The Young Telegraph which was part of the weekend supplement for The Telegraph newspaper. I moved onto The Face / Arena Homme Plus and then The Sunday Telegraph Magazine. When I had my daughter Mia, I decided to go back and do my Masters. I completed my masters, while being a photo editor and looking after a young baby. Let's just say it was character building. Being a Photo Editor is hugely rewarding and I've had an amazing network of friends globally who have the same passions and level of commitment to our photography community. Photography is our tool of communication and we love to mentor people moving up the ladder. It's hard juggling a family, career and mentoring others but I feel it's my natural calling. As a Photo Editor my knowledge of photography was utilized in a different way, finding editorial stories, commissioning photography and picture research. Working in Advertising has been a huge learning curve in this last year – it is very legal, process driven and working with clients makes the job more challenging. I'm lucky I work with individuals I admire, all of which have been hugely supportive of my transition into at what seems, at times, like a different world. Working on charity jobs are the most rewarding as you feel you can make a difference and it's exciting to see the end image on a OOH (Out of Home- Billboard campaign) which has a huge reach. It's a life-style choice rather than a job.
"Photography is our tool of communication and we love to mentor people moving up the ladder. It's hard juggling a family, career and mentoring others but I feel it's my natural calling.
Projects or images that excite me tend to be those where the photographer made an observation about the everyday and made something normal the hero. I love speaking with photographers who have spent years photographing projects. A fine example of this is 'Imperial Courts' by Dana Lixenberg. I recently worked with an amazing photographer called Tom Sloan who had the most energetic approach to engaging youth for the Mayor of London campaign. His personal and commercial work has a running theme of exploring youth.
In the commercial world a work statement is not important, but the photographer being able to talk to and excite the person looking at the work is. One of my frustrations is that Universities do not see this as an important element. Most great photographers let their work down by not being able to speak with confidence or passion. Trying to use clever language to explain work is likely to confuse the viewer in the commercial field. Keep it simple and adapt to your audience.
A degree should be a foundation and a beginning to your career ahead. What happens next and the people you choose to learn from is very important. The advice I always give to graduates is to identify a person they want to work with and go and learn from them for 3 or 4 years. This will benefit them more than any Masters. I have several friends that have assisted Nadav Kander for a minimum of three years.
The biggest challenge will always be the need to adapt to new markets. I was not the best graduate from school and I had to fail before I truly understood that if you work hard then anything is possible. Surround yourself with inspirational people and be kind to others. I worked most weekends for the first two years to pay my rent as well as having a full time job. It's not supposed to be easy. Having a job that you love in the long run is worth it - I'm 43 and still wake up excited most days.
Quite often young people starting out don't realise what a privilege it is to get their first job. Make the tea, ask questions, work long hours, go to talks and exhibitions, give back and surround yourself with people that make you better at what you do. It's a tough journey and one that will feel so tough at points but so worth it.


Laz is a Bouvier Des Flandres, a 7-year-old boy, weighing about 36kg and a very unusual breed. The Bouvier is a powerfully built compact rough-coated dog of rugged appearance. It gives the impression of size & strength without clumsiness or heaviness. Perhaps its most notable feature is the impressive head which is accentuated by a heavy beard & moustache. He has a thick shaggy coat & looks very handsome once groomed professionally but he normally just has a scruffy appearance. His fur is kept shorter in the summer months but he is allowed to grow his fur for the winter.
Laz is a very calm dog & gets on with all other dogs but prefers on first meeting to be off the lead and likes to say hello once he's observed them for a little while. He is great with children also.
He is respectful & can be dismissive & will wait until a human is ready for him so he will be ideal to work with people who aren't confident around dogs. Laz by nature is a very calm dog but loves to go on walks, paddling through streams, bathing in muddy puddles, collecting undergrowth from his walks in his thick shaggy coat, playing with his human companions especially tug of war.
He is very open to learning & responds well to new tasks, if ham & cheese are involved, he will pretty much do anything for.
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The plan had been to build a rocket stove this past summer, but plans do always go as we might expect. With all the time and effort going to build the greenhouse in time the rocket stove, Jame's bedroom and several other 'planned' tasks were set aside.
The stove int he little cabin had a destiny to be in the greenhouse but that left us in freezing weather with no heat source and no time to build the rocket stove. After a search and with time running short we found a small wood stove within the range we could afford.
It had been outside for god only knows how many years. It was rusted extensively and cracked out from water freezing inside. It did however have all the parts and a glimmer of hope for it. The stove is over a 100 years old and with fingers crossed James and I loaded it up and paid the old man.
On the deck in pouring rain we took the drill gun and wire brush to it, stripping off decades of rust to get down to the metal. Once clean, about 10 hours of sanding, I used JB weld to seal the cracks. Over the body of the stove I used stove black, high temp paint, and we built a fire.
For anyone who has never done this, do it outside or when you can leave every door and window open. The smell if horrific and highly toxic. It took about 5 hours to burn it clean. Once clean of the stink we moved it in the next down.
This style of stove has several issues I should point out. I bought the stove aware of them as I had grown up with a very similar stove in my bedroom. The stove pipe union is oval and it is very difficult to attach a round union to an oval piece. If you have a short chimney this can be an issue. It needs a chimney damper. These stoves are not designed to work without one, and you have to be very careful how to put your logs in and not burn your hands.
The shape of the stove means you need to stand them up on end, but if you do not have them in there touching they will often simply go out. It is a slightly more maintenance fire place than others but once its hot it stays hot. The amount of cast iron allows it to radiate heat for hours after the fire has died.
There are pieces that yet need to be re-chromed, but once those are seen to the stove will truly have been given a new life.
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Interesting list, something for all of us lean change agents to consider. I'll admit "I messed up" (see #7) by thinking sometimes that "only if I were in charge of this department/factory, it would be better/more lean" (item #2).
I have a personal affection for #6 – Our television news, our manufacturing floors, our government, our culture are filled with people who have decided that it is easier to blame others than to take responsibility. The major indicators for this are the number of lawsuits that are brought for personal injury in this country and the number of people who continue to try to make the annual Darwin List.


Dina Friedman is starting her famous parenting course this week. I took this course several years ago, and thought it was the best, most helpful, most innovative parenting approach I've every studied. Very highly recommended!
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Are not our leaders honest and fair ? Do they not act in my best interest?
I'm right wing / left wing - How could that ever lead to socialism?
Will not our leaders willingly divest themselves of the power granted to them?
Is the Constitution a 'living' document whose meaning and purpose changes?
"How strangely will the Tools of a Tyrant pervert the plain Meaning of Words!"
Would not a socialist culture better provide for our needs?
A few notes from the Constitutional ratifying conventions of various states.
An Austin Texas police officer has been indicted for indecent exposure on allegations that he exposed himself while receiving a lap dance at a gentleman's club.


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A SCOTTISH woman made lifelong friends after taking part in a 48-mile walk for charity.
In June 2013 Christina McPherson sat in her hotel room having a crisis of confidence. She'd taken on a huge challenge and was facing it alone – could she really do it?
A few months ago, she and a friend had signed up for the MoonWalk Scotland – but rather than walking the usual 26.2 mile overnight marathon they'd agreed to do an event called Over The Moon (OTM) – two marathons back to back.
The pair had trained together but neither of them had done enough training and at the last minute her friend pulled out.
Now Christina had to decide – was she really capable of walking 52.4 miles, overnight and completely alone? "I really wasn't sure I could do it solo," she said.
But it was the thought of the money she was raising for breast cancer causes which kept her going.
Steeling herself, Christina, now 25, travelled to the huge pink tent on Leith Links that marked the start of the MoonWalk. She spotted a group of women wearing the striped hats which signalled they were doing the OTM too, and introduced herself.
One of them, Margaret MacLeod, took Christina under her wing and they walked the first 26 miles together.
As they walked, they chatted about their lives and found they had lots in common besides doing crazy walks together.
But as the night wore on and she hit mile 48, Christina hit a wall and had to quit. "I just couldn't go on physically," she recalls. Still, it had been a life-changing night for her – she and Margaret kept in touch via the MoonWalk Facebook page and arranged to do other fundraising walks together.
Margaret remains her closest walking friend however and the pair speak regularly on the phone and meet up several times a month – either to do events or just catch up over coffee.
By the beginning of this year, Christina had clocked up hundreds of miles walking for charity, but there was one challenge she still hadn't faced. "The Over The Moon felt like unfinished business," she says.
This year the MoonWalk Scotland takes place on 11th June – there are three distances available. The New Moon, for newbie and younger walkers is 6.55 miles, the Half Moon is 13.1 miles and the Full Moon is 26.2 miles. And for the brave, the Over The Moon event is still 52.4 miles.


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Charities criticised over use of premium-rate phone lines
The fair telecoms campaign has criticised 29 charities and voluntary organisations that are using premium numbers which can charge callers up to 72p.
The campaign published a briefing last week saying that the charities earn comparatively little from the calls, with the large majority going to the phone companies.
The charities listed were benefiting by no more than 7p a minute through a service charge, but up to 65p a minute from the access charge was going to the phone companies. So callers could be charged 72p a minute, or £7.20 for a ten-minute conversation.
The level of the access charge is fixed for each user's telephone tariff and applies to all 084, 087, 09 and 118 calls.
David Hickson, who leads the campaign, said these levels of access charge may be proportionate for expensive premium rate services, but are a "ridiculous overhead" for 084 and 087 numbers, which cannot impose a service charge of more than 13p per minute (including VAT).
The charity lines listed as charging premium rates include St John Ambulance's enquiry line and the Salvation Army's line for clothes bank donations. Many others were helpline services run by smaller charities.
St John Ambulance has since said it will end the use of these numbers.
'Undermines the concept of charity'
Hickson said that charities were effectively "passing costs on to customers", which "undermines the whole concept of services being charitable and free".
He said "it is great that people are volunteering their time", but that charities should not be offering "free" helplines if they have not got the funds.
The campaign argues that although users of 084 / 087 numbers have no control over the level of the access charge, it is their decision to choose a number to which it applies.
It said that by choosing a geographic or 03 number, most callers will pay nothing to call, because most telephone users cover all of their calls with an inclusive call plans.
Hickson said other organisations which previously charged their callers have now adopted "geographic rate" or "free" helpline numbers.
One of the organisations listed in the report told Civil Society News that certain helpline numbers, such as an 0844 number for callers, allow it to transfer the line to voluntary advisers around the country.
It said that using premium rate numbers was the most cost-effective way to provide the service, especially where it is difficult to raise funding.
A spokesperson for The Salvation Army said: "As a Christian church and charity which has been fighting against social inequality and transforming lives for over 150 years we do our best to keep costs for people getting in touch to an absolute minimum.
"The majority of The Salvation Army's contact numbers use local dialling codes or 0300 numbers, these include our fundraising department, our family tracing service and our confidential 24-hour anti-human trafficking help line.
"On the occasions where 0845 numbers are used, as in the case of our clothing banks operated by The Salvation Army Trading Company, the costs of calling the lines are clearly displayed on our banks and website. The costs are minimal and we do not make a profit from call charges."
Helplines Partnership: We encourage charities to opt for low-cost options
Paula Ojok, chief executive at Helplines Partnership, said: "We recognise that many charities face funding difficulties and that a freephone number represents an additional cost for the organisation.
"However, as the membership body for organisations that provide information, support or advice via phone, email, text or online, we would encourage all helplines to access a freephone or low-cost number such as the Helpline Freephone Range (HFR).
"The HFR scheme is a group of 10,000 freephone numbers reserved exclusively for helplines supporting vulnerable people which guarantee a low incoming call rate for the helpline.
"Having an HFR number provides confidentiality to vulnerable callers and removes cost barriers that could prevent them from accessing much needed support, advice or information from helplines."
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Soul Serenade: The Dells, "Oh, What a Night" x 2
The Dells formed in Harvey, IL (as the El-Rays) back in 1952. For 40 years, the group stayed together with only one lineup change, and racked up 46 R&B hits. They signed with Vee-Jay Records in 1955, and the following year they had their first hit with "Oh, What A Night". The single was top five on the R&B Chart, and sold a million copies, earning The Dells a gold record. "Oh, What A Night" was co-written by the Johnny Funches, who sang lead on the recording. But the group's efforts to equal that early success with subsequent releases failed, and in 1960 Funches left the group and was replaced by Johnny Carter, who had been in the Flamingos.
The fallow period for the Dells continued until 1966, when they signed with Cadet, a subsidiary of Chess Records. The following year they topped the R&B Chart with the single "There Is," their first hit in many years. The recording also brought overdue attention to the husky growl of lead singer Marvin Junior, who emerged as one of the great soul singers of that, or any era. There were more hits over the next couple of years, including "Wear It On Our Face," and "Always Together," but it wasn't until 1969 that the Dells attained true R&B stardom. That was the year they re-recorded their 1956 hit "Oh, What A Night" in a stunning new extended version with Marvin Junior handling the lead vocal. The single topped the R&B Chart, was top ten on the Pop Chart, and sold a million copies … again.
Since then, the Dells have recorded numerous hit albums and singles for Cadet as well as other labels. "A Heart Is A House For Love," a song from the soundtrack of Robert Townsend's film The Five Heartbeats (loosely based on the Dells), was an R&B hit in 1991. The Dells most recent album, Reminiscing, was released in 2000, and in 2004 both The Vocal Group Hall of Fame, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inducted the Dells.
There is a reason why they are known as the Mighty Dells, and it all began with "Oh, What A Night," a song so nice they struck gold with it twice.
Listen to Marvin Junior tear it up vocally on this live recording of the Dells' classic soul ballad "Stay In My Corner,' from 1975.
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Ken Shane lives in Narragansett, R.I. He is a freelance writer and far and away the oldest Popdose writer. In fact, he may be the oldest writer, period. He wants you to know that he generally does not share his colleagues' love for the music of the '80s, and he does not forgive them for loving it. (Ken passed away in November 2022. R.I.P. —Ed.)
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I wrote a piece on Momentum, kindly published by the Clarion, which they finally published early in October.
It looks at the untrammelled powers of the National Coordinating Committee, the lack of the on-line voting portal promised, the lack of clarity on whether non-members of the Labour Party were grandfathered into membership, the necessity for a national conference (with no powers), the unlimited delegation powers of the NCG to officers and committees and the constraints its aims, objects and ethics place upon it. I also talk about the lack of transparency in its IT and finances.
I have been preparing a little blog article on "Power in Momentum" which has been overtaken by yesterday's decision by the "Officers" of Momentum to withdraw support from Pete Willsman as a candidate for Labour's NEC. The article, among other issues, examined the power structures and came to conclusion that with the exception of the powers allocated to OMOV ballots, for which the rules mandated IT still does not exist, every decision and power is granted to the National Co-ordinating Group which meets in secret, doesn't publish it decisions or its membership and has unlimited delegation powers although it doesn't publish its instruments of delegation either. (I begin to question if it is genuinely a membership organisation.) One has to wonder why they decided to delegate the decision to the Officers rather than the Chair alone, but it's a sign of hope that they couldn't trust the whole NCG even after they purged the remainder of the democratic opposition in the last round of elections.
The Jewish Labour Movement supported by several/many of Labour's MPs consider the failure to adopt all 11 examples as failure of commitment and are considering legal action. It is reported that Louise Ellman & Ruth Smeeth plan to move a motion at the PLP meeting tonight calling on Labour to adopt the IHRA definition in full, including the 11 examples several of which are felt by many, including the House of Commons Home Affairs Committee to inhibit legitimate political discussion of the Israeli Government's actions, and the wider issues of justice in Palestine.
Ealing Momentum, as reported in the Swawkbox have written an open letter to their MPs calling on them to support the NEC and not to support such an emergency motion.
I have not written up my view as to what happened at the Lewisham Momentum AGM, but Rebecca & Jon have written to the officers elected by those who left and went down the pub.
Following your departure from the Lewisham Momentum AGM and the holding of a meeting to set up a new group at the Amersham Arms on 23 April, we are continuing to advocate a rescheduled, democratic AGM and for it to elect a broad, pluralist, united committee.
The split into two rival groups is weakening the left, in terms of wasted energy, duplication of efforts and most of all the bad blood it has caused on the Lewisham left. We should try to get unity. There is no good reason the two sides cannot be part of a united Labour left/Momentum in Lewisham.
We want to ensure that a united Momentum continues to provide an open, democratic, regularly meeting forum in which members can put forward and where necessary vote on proposals and policy, and decide the direction of the organisation.
We also want to deal with the slanders against us and our activists that have been made on social media and elsewhere in the course of all this, and re-establish normal, comradely labour movement standards of debate.
Some of you may disagree with some of these points. You may have your own issues you want to raise. That is all the more reason to open a dialogue, sit down and discuss.
Moreover this split, while it lasts, should not prevent us from finding ways to work together in the movement and in struggles.
We therefore invite you to send representatives to sit down with ours (three officers from each side, say) to discuss things. If we can find ways to discuss moving towards unification, that's good; but we should start by discussing cooperation in the struggle and how we can work together to build the movement. We owe it to the left and labour movement in Lewisham and beyond.
In addition to the immediate need to strengthen struggles and campaigning, no doubt both sides have things to learn from each other. Discussion can also help to dissipate some of the hostility and factionalism generated on the Lewisham left over recent months.
Get in touch and let us know what you think. We are, naturally, happy to discuss the specifics of how to move forward on this.
(iv) Is accepted for membership by the NCG.
Today, my campaigning comrade, Rebecca Lawrence published her views as to what happened at the Lewisham Momentum AGM held at New Cross Learning & then allegedly at the Amersham Arms public bar. Important & accurate things to note from the account are that the 2nd half of the meeting was held in a pubic bar, which would not have held all those who wanted to attend, and no checks as to eligibility were performed. Some claim the majority in attendance at the Library went to the Pub, but no-one knows since they weren't counted and no-one knows how many stayed in the Library.
The only beneficiary for this piece of sectarianism will be Labour's right and a small number of self declared left careerists.
The incumbent committee, of which I was a member, have published a statement, together with two witness statements and the text of our complaint to the Momentum National Co-ordinating Group. I mirror them here.
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Sweet Trailer…Ethan Hawke's 'Blaze'
We're always eager and excited to see films from Texas born-and-bred talents. One such individual is Austin native, Ethan Hawke. His new movie, Blaze, premiered at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival where newcomer Ben Dickey's performance won him the Special Jury Award for Achievement in Acting.
Dickey stars as Blaze Foley, the unsung songwriting legend of the Texas outlaw music movement that spawned from the likes of Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson. The film weaves together three different periods of time, braiding re-imagined versions of Blaze's past, present, and future which explore his love affair with Sybil Rosen; his last, dark night on earth; and the impact of his songs and his death had on his fans, friends, and foes, as well as the impressions he made on the people who shared his journey. Co-written by Hawke and Sybil Rosen, Blaze is based on Rosen's memoir Living in the Woods in a Tree: Remembering Blaze Foley.
Blaze is inspired by the life of Blaze Foley, the unsung songwriting legend of the Texas outlaw music movement that spawned the likes of Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson.
Blaze is directed by Ethan Hawke and stars Ben Dickey, Alia Shawkat, Josh Hamilton, and Charlie Sexton. At its core, Blaze is a celebration of everything Texas. Hawke and Sundance Selects have decided to do something very unique and bring the film to the Lone Star State FIRST – releasing here before New York and Los Angeles. Austin (Hawke's hometown) will be the first market in the nation to open the film on August 17th with additional Texas cities to follow in the following weeks. Hawke will be bringing the film to Texas ahead of the N.Y. and L.A. releases.
Note: All music in the film is by Blaze Foley, Townes Van Zandt and Ben Dickey. The Original Cast Soundtrack is forthcoming from Light In The Attic Records.
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When Your Partner Is Depressed
By Julia Thorne December 1, 2002
What to do, how to cope, and where to turn for help
By Julia Thorne
When Sarah Goodman's husband, Tim, suffered bouts of depression, it was difficult to live with him. "Tim came home from work, barely spoke to me, sat down in front of the TV, and fell asleep," says Sarah. "Half the time I had supper alone in the kitchen, crying while I ate." In the beginning, Sarah worked hard to try to cheer Tim up. When he didn't notice her efforts, she stopped trying, burned out by attempts that went nowhere. After five years of marriage and many depressive episodes, Tim and Sarah had lost their intimacy and their trust. Before long, Sarah herself suffered from bouts of depression, too.
Finally, a friend intervened and suggested that Sarah see a counselor. Recognizing that something needed to change in order to salvage the relationship, Sarah agreed. Through therapy, Sarah not only learned how to preserve her own emotional well-being during her husband's bouts of depression, but she acquired the tools necessary to help Tim control this debilitating illness.
The Goodmans, whose names have been changed to protect their privacy, are hardly alone in their struggle with depression. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), depression will affect almost 19 million Americans each year, with millions more suffering undiagnosed and therefore susceptible to consequences, such as job loss, divorce, or even suicide. With so many depressed people, it's fair to assume that at least half have partners or spouses who are trying to understand and live with this confusing disease. Many of these partners don't know that depression is an illness—a potentially curable one that responds to treatment in more than 80 percent of studied cases. "It's probably the most treatable of all serious mental illnesses," says William Beardslee, MD, psychiatrist in chief at Children's Hospital Boston and author of Out of the Darkened Room: Protecting the Children and Strengthening the Family When a Parent Is Depressed (Little, Brown, 2002).
Figure Out The Problem
With such hopeful recovery rates, it makes sense to seek treatment for a loved one if you think he or she may indeed be depressed. Unfortunately, diagnosing depression can be tricky. To discover if your partner is clinically depressed, you'll eventually need to consult a trained professional. See a family doctor, whether that's an internist or a gynecologist, for advice on appropriate care. Most communities have mental health centers that can also direct you to a qualified caregiver. Your referrals should lead you to a trained psychotherapist for therapy and a psychiatrist or psychopharmacologist for therapy, medication, or both.
But even before you seek professional help, there are signals that should send up red flags. These include irritability; mood swings; anger; sudden eruptive outbursts; withdrawal and isolation; low motivation; eating disorders; substance and alcohol abuse; physical, sexual, and verbal abuse; or any combination of these behaviors. (For more help on determining if your partner should seek counseling, see "Just Down … or Depressed?")
Although you may recognize some of these symptoms in your partner, don't be surprised or alarmed if you also see them in yourself. The truth is, depression is contagious. As in Sarah and Tim's relationship, your partner's blue moods can spread to you. "Family systems and partnerships are like a mobile," says Dorothy Dacar, MEd, LCPC, a family counselor in Bozeman, Montana. "When one of the components moves, the other adjusts. When one person is out of balance, everyone gets moved." Often the "healthy" partner is left feeling alone in the relationship because depressed individuals tend to withdraw emotionally. Eventually, feelings of anger and resentment may compound this sense of alienation. So it's important to realize you may need counseling, too.
Take Steps To Get Better
So what can you do to help your partner if you suspect or know that he or she is depressed? First of all, assure him that he isn't "crazy." Depression is a biological illness, just like heart disease or diabetes, and there is no need to be ashamed of it. "There's a lot of evidence that depression rearranges basic body functions, such as sleeping, eating, and energy," says Beardslee. "If you look at electroencephalograms (EEGs) of depressed people, they look very different from those of 'normal' people." Explain to your partner that he needs help recovering from depression just as he would from a medical illness.
Naming depression—actually having your partner say out loud that he is depressed—can also help begin the healing process. "When you talk about depression and give it a name, there is a real sense of freedom for the sufferer, and that makes it easier for him to get help," explains Dacar. "Depression is a difficult illness to fight alone, but if one person in the relationship changes [the dynamics], it can change the whole system."
Depression can be a family trait. In fact, a sibling, parent, or child of an individual with major depressive illness has eight times the risk of developing depression than the general population, according to a 2001 University of Pittsburgh study on depression in families (American Journal of Medical Genetics, 2002, vol. 114, no. 2). One thing you must do is recognize the toll living with a depressed partner can take on you. When your partner or spouse isolates himself from friends, family, and the community, this simultaneously shuts you off from your own social life. That's why it's so important to reach out to a support group outside of your relationship for solace and a place to go with your worries. "Dealing with depression means finding and connecting with many resources— community, religious faith groups, caregivers, friends, and family," says Beardslee. "Depression disrupts your usual connections to all of these relationships that you need now. Each of us must be responsible for making our own connections because every positive action we take for ourselves will contribute to our relationship," he says. "Changing patterns of behavior and communication isn't an easy task, but it can be done through connecting with others." Turning to others for support will be beneficial to you—and will set a gentle example for your partner to do the same.
It's also important to remember that your partner's depression is not your fault or a fault of your relationship; nor can you "fix" your partner's illness. There are no quick fixes when it comes to depression. Although your gut reaction may be to rush in and try to "make things better," this will only act like a Band-Aid on a wound, covering the sore. Healing from depression must come from the inside out, and each person with depression must make the personal changes necessary to get better. Likewise, try to avoid telling your depressed partner to "buck up" or "get out and do something." His emotional pain has incapacitated him. Depressed individuals suffer from low self-esteem, and trying to "make them better" can actually fuel feelings of inadequacy. Instead, encourage your partner to get help. "Remind him that if he had any other kind of medical disease, he would go to a professional," says Dacar. "This isn't about something bad about him, or not having a strong will." She adds that a depressed person is in so much psychic pain that he may welcome acknowledgment that although life isn't good for him right now, you want to help change that fact. Expressing that you may even be willing to go to therapy with him if he is resistant to going alone is another helpful offer.
On a more practical, day-to-day level, there are steps you can take to make living with your depressed loved one easier on yourself. Simple distractions, such as taking a walk or just getting outdoors, are great ways to escape your partner's mood and improve your own state of mind. If you need a quick pick-me-up, do something nice for yourself, such as indulging in a good meal or renting an uplifting movie. And don't feel guilty if your partner isn't able to enjoy these acts with you. One thing to avoid: the TV. Inactivity from sitting in front of the television, and the constant negative messages on the news, can rob even the happiest people of their sense of well-being. "Obviously, the news these days is particularly depressing," says Beardslee. "But the main thing is not only not to watch TV, but to try to do things that bring you relaxation and don't upset you: Listen to music, be with a friend."
Feel Happy Again
Through counseling, Sarah began to understand the dynamics of her depressive relationship and recognize her and Tim's behavioral patterns and how they pushed each other away. Sarah started to bring home books her therapist suggested and left them on the coffee table to stir up healthy, positive discussion with Tim. As Sarah improved with the help of her counselor, Tim noticed, and one day when Sarah suggested they see her counselor together, Tim agreed.
With help, depression took on a new meaning for Tim. It was no longer a mental illness lost in a stigma of shame, but an emotional illness he could use to map a happier life. Slowly, Tim identified behaviors that triggered depressive feelings and began to avoid choices that made him feel bad. Today, Sarah and Tim are happily married with two children. They have found a new and vibrant relationship based on working together, communicating thoughtfully, and respecting each other's emotional wounds. Most important, they have a special intimacy because they have gone through this healing process together.
Julia Thorne
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Lively. Tireless. Active. Fierce. Excited. The vehicle design team at ROUSH Performance continues to build on their theme of DETROIT MUSCLE | REDEFINED by launching a limited quantity of ROUSH Stage 3 (RS3) Mustangs aptly defined as the Hyper-Series.
The 2012 ROUSH Stage 3 Mustang is powered by a 50-state legal TVS 2.3L ROUSHcharger® system that delivers over 540HP and 465 ft/lbs of torque. The powertrain works in concert with the ROUSH-calibrated suspension that lowers the Mustang by almost an inch, and enables the vehicle to pull over 1G of lateral force on a dry skid pad. The ROUSH-tuned performance exhaust delivers a throaty growl that let's everyone know that you're piloting some Detroit Muscle.
The Hyper-Series builds on the ROUSH Stage 3's horsepower and handling by offering a set of four limited edition appearance packages. "The 2012 RS3 Mustang has been a big hit with our customers and enthusiasts. Not just because of the RS3's power and handling performance, but also because of the 288 graphics and paint color combinations that can be selected," says Gary Jurick, VP and General Manager of ROUSH Performance. "The Hyper-Series introduces four spectacular and unique graphics and interior colors that provide a customized appearance to the RS3."
Each 2012 RS3 Hyper-Series Mustang comes standard with black body paint as the base. The Hyper-Series palette includes these four color options: "Mat It Mango", "Gas It Green", "Punch It Purple", and "Launch It Lemon". For the 2012 model year, ROUSH Performance will only build twenty-five vehicles of each color. Vehicles will be serialized as ROUSH certified builds, and will be numbered as per their production spot for each Hyper-Series color (ie: "Vehicle #12 of 25 – Mat It Mango").
"The materials used in the Hyper-Series graphics really allow these unique colors to pop and dance in the changing sunlight," continues Gary Jurick. "The primary graphic color is hyper black, to compliment the hyper black wheels, and then the graphics accent stripe appears in the selected Hyper-Series color." This color is then applied to the exterior graphics, badges, and rear faux gas cap. The dynamic accent color also carries through the interior on the suede door panels, leather seating, and the shift boot stitching.
Each 2012 RS3 Hyper-Series Mustang comes with two shifter balls that are easily swapped out depending on the mood of the driver. "The Hyper-Series shifter ball color really 'pops' as you view the interior of one of these Hyper-Series RS3's!" says Jurick. "We decided to include a second shifter ball that's a bit more conservative, if preferred."
The 2012 RS3 Hyper-Series includes a suede-wrapped steering wheel to add a comfortable feel while driving a performance car. Finally, each new RS3 Hyper-Series owner will receive a unique accessories package including ROUSH apparel and display items to commemorate their serialized Hyper-Series vehicle.
The Hyper-Series RS3 is covered by a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty and is currently available with a 6-speed manual transmission only.


NFL Week 1 of the 2016 season will kick-off with a Super Bowl rematch on Thursday, September 8. Then on Sunday, 13 games more games will be played, just to leave two-slot Monday Night matchups to close the week one.
This line opened with the Super Bowl champions Broncos as three-point favorites, but it was quickly swallowed. And how can you blame NFL betting enthusiastic if the Broncos don't have a starting quarterback yet, and lost several key member of their Super Bowl 50 run?
QB Cam Newton and Carolina Panthers will look to spoil the party on opening night.
QB James Winston won both games against the Falcons last season in his rookie year. He should have better control of the situation in his second season, and the chemistry with his receivers can only improve.
Just like Winston, QB Marcus Mariota should be better in his second year. After trading the number one spot in the draft with the St. Louis Rams, the Titans have an excellent opportunity to improve their team on every line in this draft. Tennessee is 3-0 on opening weekend in the last three seasons.
Can new head coach Hue Jackson save RGIII's career and turn around the Browns franchise all at the same time? Cleveland at least will be fun to watch.
Philadelphia is trying to clean the mess Chip Kelly left when he moved to San Francisco. Is it me or seven points seem like a lot?
Both the Jets and the Bengals are potential NFL playoffs teams. However, at this point, only the Bengals know who will be their starting quarterback in week one.
I can't stress enough the Raiders are only 1.5 points dogs facing the Saints' power offense in New Orleans. Things have changed in Oakland; the organization found a great young quarterback while the Saints continue to age.
Over the last two seasons, the Kansas City Chiefs have swept the Chargers both straight-up and against the spread. QB Philip Rivers and the Chargers marriage never developed a winning formula.
The Ravens can't be as bad as last season; they ended up the year as a hospital. Against Buffalo, they will test a Rex Ryan team desperate for early wins that will take them to the playoffs in the Long run.
The Houston Texans paid all that money to Brock Osweiler to win plenty of game. They expect it will start against a Chicago Bears' team that should show an improved defense in the second season of head coach John Fox. It won't be as easy for Osweiler as it was in Denver.
People can't sleep on the Jaguars. They have a talented young roster, especially on the offensive side. They added RB Chris Ivory to the backfield during the free agency, plus DE Malik Jackson and CB Price Amukamara to improve the defense.
Bad spot for head coach Adam Gase to make his debut with the Dolphins. The Seahawks brought back CB Brandon Browner to reunite the entire Legion of Boom that won Super Bowl XLIX.
The Giants had a six-game losing streak to the Cowboys before winning their last matchup. New York won't have the luxury of playing against Matt Cassel this time.
In the first game of the Post Megatron Era and facing an Indianapolis Colts that will have QB Andrew Luck back, looks like a bad situation for Detroit.
Right away DE Chandler Jones will have a chance to face his ex-teammates in New England. The Patriots are loaded on defense with the addition of defensive tackles Terrance Knighton and Chris Long on defense. WR Nate Washington and Chris Hogan will join an already talented receiving corp.
It's unlikely that RB Le'Veon Bell will be ready for the season opener after missing most of the 2015 season with a nasty knee injury. However, the Steelers offense doesn't need him to leave Washington with a win.
Can Chip Kelly make the San Francisco 49ers watchable again? The sort of new LA Rams will test them on a late Monday Night game. The Rams were 4-2 inside their divisional last year; expect this trend to stay on the same path.


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There is always more to a painting than what is seen on the surface. This custom tailored tour will whisk you into the depths of the brushstrokes that make up Vietnam's culture, traditions, and landscapes. From the brilliantly colored clothes of the northern hill tribes to the sparkling emerald waters of Ha Long Bay, you will experience the traditions of grand cities and the elegance of the remarkable countryside, the vivacity of the gregarious people, and the layered flavors of the traditional cuisine. Whether found along the sandy shores or at a floating market, you will discover the fine details that define Vietnam.
Dive in deep on this 21-day vacation that will turn Vietnam into an inside-out exploration meant for anyone who has always found joy in experiencing artwork in motion, yearned to become an expert on an interesting topic, or who is just curious enough to want to discover something new and exciting in wondrous profundity. The depths of Vietnam wind through cityscapes and countryside, ranging from unique bays to extensive waterways, climbing up mountainsides and digging beneath the earth. You will find the diverse flavors of the country in the food and within the people, bringing new meaning to your in-depth tour.
Your individual experience begins with your arrival in Hanoi. The capital of Vietnam is a burst of tradition and modern energy that is sure to welcome you in an exciting way. On your first full day you will venture through the various aspects of the neighborhoods that have captivated many before you, from the Old Quarter to the One Pillared Pagoda. Spend two days and one night drifting through the remarkable karsts of Ha Long Bay, situated on the Gulf of Tonkin, which offers up a magnificent scenery filled with thousands of islands and lavish sea.
You will climb aboard a night train from Hanoi that will bring you to Lao Cai in the north by morning. Experience the vast colors and sensational culture of the local hill tribes at the morning market before arriving in the city of Sapa. You will spend two days along the mountains visiting local villages, from H'mong to Tay, situated along terraced mountains and in the beautiful disappearing mist before you once again board a train, this time returning to Hanoi.
Your day in Hanoi gives you time to relax within the diverse city. The following day you will fly to Hue and enjoy a dragon boat tour along the Perfume River, visiting the Thien Mu Pagoda and the tremendous tomb of Emperor Minh Mang. The following day will take you along the Hai Van Pass to Danang where the Cham Museum resides, and on to the quaint Old City of Hoi An. Around Hoi An lie the magnificent ruins of My Son, home to a collection of Hindu temples which date back to the seventh century. Transfer to Nha Trang situated on the pristine shores of the South China Sea, where you can spend the next three days relaxing beside the soothing waters.
When you arrive in Ho Chi Minh City, the bustling modern streets will show the city's evolution through the years. From the modern skyline to the Reunification Palace, tour through the eclectic neighborhoods that highlight both the past and present culture. Outside of the city you will visit the unique grounds of the Great Cao Dai Temple along with the labyrinthine channels of the Cu Chi Tunnels. The following two days will bring you to the Mekong Delta where you will experience the people and the culture that has grown around the magnificent waterway. On your final day you will have a private transfer to the airport where your flight will carry you home.
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Arrive in Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. The modern skyline brushes against the traditions bringing a combination of evolution and culture and creating a palpable energy to the atmosphere along the streets. You are met at the airport by a private transfer and taken to your accommodation allowing you the remainder of the day to rest and wander at your leisure. Nestled beneath the high-rises are plush and tranquil lakes, such as Hoan Kiem Lake, shaded by dangling branches and filled with legend, serenity, and a beautiful temple. In the evening you will delight in the flavors of a local restaurant. Highly recommended is the Green Tangerine on Hang Be Street. The quaint bistro ambience echoes the historic French colonial feeling that fuses classic French technique with delicate Vietnamese flavor.
After a delightful breakfast which offers you a choice of western or Southeast Asian dishes, or perhaps a combination of the two, your guide arrives ready to orientate you to Hanoi. With over 1,000 years of history blossoming within the neighborhoods it's hard to know where to start. Your guide brings you to the most notable landmark of the city, the imposing stone structure of Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum. The almost temple-like architecture is fixed with strong masonry and rigid angles overlooking Ba Dinh Square. Later you will come to One Pillar Pagoda. The beautiful temple rises from the center of a square lotus pond, ascending on a single pillar and resembling a blossoming lotus flower. Constructed in the 11th century, it has become one of Vietnam's iconic temples and is accessible by a graceful stone staircase rising to the terrace.
Today you will leave the elegant combination of culture and modernity behind, venturing to the stunning scenery of Ha Long Bay, another iconic image of the country that you have only seen previously through photographs. With thousands of islands along the archipelago sculpted by the elements and time, you look into the emerald waters that make up the Gulf of Tonkin without reservation. Cruising through the charm of rising limestone karsts with the mist in your face will eventually bring you to Sung Sot Cave, also known as Surprise Cave.
The colors of the rock walls change with the reflected light bringing bright green and even purple hues draping across the deep grotto. The ceiling hovers around 90 feet tall and leads to various halls. One such hall features stalactites that dangle in a variety of shapes and look as though they melted from the stone; there is nothing but natural majesty to captivate you. In the evening the boat will anchor along a quiet cove where the sound of the tide brushing against the rocks will lull you to rest.
The morning washes the night away bringing hues of pink and red to the sky. The aroma of a light breakfast of fresh pastries mixes with the scent of fresh brewed coffee and the sweet smells of the sea. The grandeur of the strong rocks draped in brush and rising over the water's surface is never less than stunning. In the late morning you will dock along the bay and return to Hanoi. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy the city at your leisure once more, whether by revisiting the Temple of Literature or enjoying the herbaceous aromas that linger within the Old Quarter. In the evening you will have a private transfer to the train station to board a luxury car that will ferry you into the far reaches of the north along the Chinese border.
The train pulls into the station early in the morning and gives you a unique view of Vietnam away from the cityscape of the capital and a different type of discovery. The Ethnic Market around Lao Cai is known for its collection of villagers that come from all over the mountainside to sell, barter or buy. The scent of effervescent produce mixes with earthy aromas. The colorful textiles that the women wear and vend are diverse, unique, and elegant, fitting with their particular cultures which are often unseen by outsiders.
Flower H'Mong almost glow with the pinks, greens, yellows, and blues of their wardrobes, including the intricate shawls wrapped around their shoulders and the angled headscarves worn over their hair. Roots and brushes are displayed in the expansive and jovial market beside woven bags and paintings. After lunch you will come to Sapa, a sleepy hillside town that stands just above the morning mist creating a distinctive picturesque quality along the mountainside. The altitude often brings a chillier evening to the city, but offers a perfect excuse to indulge in the sweet and comforting flavors of a hot chocolate at Baguette and Chocolat Café.
The mountains surrounding Sapa can only be described as breathtaking, unique in their image as well as in the cultures of the people who reside there. After breakfast you will follow your guide into the majestic landscape trekking along the sloping mountains into the valley below. H'mong villages speckle the mountainside and create sensational terraced rice paddy fields that rise up the landscape texturing the scenery. Water buffalo graze along the seemingly endless greenery. Your guide brings you to a variety of villages where the children are both excited and anxious as you traipse through their open yard.
However, both children and adults alike are thrilled to see new faces and welcome you into their village. The homes are built by compressing earth and raw material into formidable building blocks. When you make it to the nearest road you will be met by a jeep and taken to Ban Ho Village, home to a Tay tribe. They welcome you into their home with grace and curiosity. Their village is positioned at the foot of a mountain and is filled with ambience of friendliness. The women wear skirts and blouses often embroidered with intricate geometric shapes. In the quiet evening of the mountains you can rest within the hospitality of Ban Ho Village.
In the early calls of the rural morning the scent of the fresh cool air surrounds you. You enjoy the early hours along the hillside where you can watch the light inch closer over the terraces bringing a sensual glow to the day. At breakfast you are once again met by the graciousness of your hosts; a particular bond has developed between you during your time spent in their village.
Soon you say goodbye to the village and to the villagers as you make your way back to Sapa. The city hasn't changed during your time away but it feels different, a bit cooler, and possibly a bit larger. Another sip of hot chocolate from Baguette and Chocolat Café helps the perspective return. Upon your transfer to Lao Cai you will once again board the night train that will have you back in Hanoi by morning.
The train pulls into the station in the morning around the time the city begins to come alive for the day. Your private transfer will take you to your hotel where you can spend the day relaxing within the comforts of your lodging or venturing back into the diverse splendor of Hanoi. The scent of ginger and chili seem to waft along the streets tickling your taste buds. If you prefer to spend the day sampling the city's eclectic and generous cuisine than you can always try Bobby Chinn located a short distance outside the center of town inside the chef's own home. The simple Vietnamese flavors are combined with modern techniques, a union that has rewarded the restaurant, chef, and diners with the unique results. Try the tamarind-glazed crab cake on chive flowers for a sweet and savory taste in every bite.
The morning brings the effervescent scent of fresh Vietnamese coffee alongside your breakfast. The early hours of the day are yours to indulge in Hanoi once more before you are whisked to the airport and find yourself within the charming and once grandiose Imperial City of Hue. Your guide meets you at the airport, and soon you are drifting along the tranquil surface of Perfume River on a dragon boat. The boat is adorned with two brilliant serpents with maniacal smiles that are radiant against their blue scales. The concentric hexagonal layers of the Thien Mu Pagoda create one of the oldest religious buildings in Vietnam dating back to the early 17th century. Rising atop the hill on the north bank of the river, the seven tiers each represent a different step on the path to enlightenment.
A short boat journey brings you to the magnificent tomb of Emperor Minh Mang. Modeled after Chinese architectural concepts, the emperor's tomb sits within a six-square-mile complex constructed in the 19th century. The beauty of the complex is not just in its architectural marvels but also in its tranquility. Walk along the cobblestone paths, over the footbridge that feels almost level with the pond, and then climb the stairs of the double terrace to the entrance of Minh Mang's tomb. The opulent attention to detail in the entirety of the complex brings awe along with beauty.
The grandeur of the previous day sits with you in the morning light as you wonder how today could possibly compare to your previous days. Once more you will enjoy a delightful breakfast before your guide meets you and leads you across the bridge to the remarkable ruins of the citadel. What was once the former imperial seat of the government is now filled with a vast collection of historical temples, pavilions, walls, and gates. The main southern gate was constructed in the 19th century by Emperor Minh Mang. The central door and bridge were exclusive to the emperor. The Forbidden Purple City sits at the center of the complex behind the Thai Hoa palace which was almost completely destroyed during the Tet Offensive of 1968. The history of the citadel dates back hundreds of years and also to contemporary times bringing a deeper connection to what was left behind.
Today you will depart from Hue leaving the brilliance of the Imperial City behind you. As you make your way over the Hai Van pass you can't help but notice the beauty of the landscape; the rolling mountains sweep down to the coastline blending the turquoise hills into the sapphire water. At times it looks like you ascend above the clouds and you notice the mountain peaks in the distance standing over the mist before it dissipates. Arrive in Danang to visit the Cham Museum. The indigenous Cham have roots that date back to the second century while the museum boasts a collection of terracotta and stone artwork that dates back to the seventh century.
The building itself is a blend of French and Champa architecture surrounded by budding flowers, dangling leaves, and simple turrets; known symbols of the Hindu religion. The museum is famous not just for its grand collection of Champa era artwork, but also for being the only museum specifically dedicated to Cham history. Its halls are filled with images of Ganesh and Shiva, tigers, and Vishnu. After a relaxing visit to China Beach you will find the charm of Hoi An comforting in the evening.
The floating-lantern charm of Hoi An is combined with its classic history as a city that rose out of an illustrious trade route in the 15th century. Images and reminders of this historical period remain, from the Japanese Bridge to the Tan Ky house. Outside of the city shines a deep historical and cultural attachment known as My Son Sanctuary. The Hindu temple dates back to ancient Champa and can be viewed within the ruins that stand surrounded by impressively green jungle and tall mountaintops. Similar to the sandstone ruins of Banteay Srei in Cambodia, walking through the collection of temples is both peaceful and somewhat energizing within the reach of such vast history. The intricate carvings on the temples' sides range from images of gods to myth all woven into history on the surface of the stone. The deep red shimmer of the stone stands out against the growing foliage and makes you feel as though you have discovered this ancient world.
The gentle drip of the river marks the serene morning within the classic Old Town streets of Hoi An. You enjoy your breakfast before venturing onward, away from the charming lanterns and unique architecture, to the stunning sand of Nha Trang situated next to the lush jungle. The Riviera of the South China Sea brings you a stretch of white shoreline and sapphire water; a panorama of mountain ranges rises behind you and numerous islands lie before you. Relax in the alluring calm of the soft, warm sand. Dig your toes into the cool, crystal water. Your days sitting beneath and umbrella tasting the fresh seafood have begun.
There is no more soothing sound than that of the water lapping at a powdery sandy shore. Whether you sleep through the sunrise or prefer to watch the deep pink and purple hues of the sky spread to the distant islands and rising hills, it will happen one way or another. The day is at your whim and pleasure, giving you the opportunity to spend it resting in the sand with your fingers sliding into the softness, or golfing along the palm tree studded course if you so desire. For a spectacular view of the coastline you could enjoy a snorkeling tour that takes you just off of the reef. The coral is as iridescent as the fish, some of which are striped at angles and others glow neon yellow. Turtles glide through the water, coursing through the still and glassy current beneath the surface. The world within the sea is as stunning and interesting as the world above it. The cool saltwater is refreshing while the sun warms your skin giving you a perfect balance, a magnificent ambiance, and a fabulous first full day along the shore.
Today brings another chance to enjoy the surrounding beauty of the beaches and jungle offering you the best of leisure and activity, whichever you prefer—possibly even a mixture of the two. After breakfast the sun begins to hover over the sand. For a spectacular visit to the surrounding culture you could visit Long Son Pagoda where an image of Buddha reaching over 72 feet tall is surrounded by images of monks celebrated for their stance against corruption. A long, arching dragon glides and guides the path along the steps to Buddha. If you follow the path behind the statue you will come to a panorama Nha Trang reaching across the city to the sea.
The fresh scent of the sea will soon drift into the distance as you are taken from Nha Trang to the airport to catch your flight to Ho Chi Minh City, the largest city in the south. This former capital of South Vietnam could be called the most modern city in the country. The skyline reaches higher and farther than one you have seen thus far. However, the essential ambiance of the country, that of culture and flavor, is alive and well in the depths of the city center, around the Saigon River, and extending outward beyond the reach of the skyscrapers' shadows.
The city dates back to the reign of the Khmer and has been evolving ever since. The sensual aromas of ginger and garlic dance through the eclectic streets. In the evening you can enjoy the delicate flavors of the national dish and I Love Bun located in District 1 on Ly Tu Tron, allowing you to try new flavors or relive dishes you tasted along the rest of your journey, from tomato and crabmeat soup, to spicy beef noodle.
The scent of breakfast reminds you of the luxurious sands of yesterday as you enjoy the flavors and aromas that have brought you to what was once Saigon. After your meal your guide will once again meet you within the lobby of your hotel ready to show you the wonder of the city. The streets showcase what once gave the title of "Pearl of the Orient" to Ho Chi Minh City. Within the remarkable history you find a bright red light shimmering off of the stone of the Notre Dame Catholic Church. Each piece of the cathedral was originally brought from France in the 19th century creating a grand display of faith and artistry in the district. The twin bell towers rise over 190 feet into the air framing the intricately woven rose window as the centerpiece of the façade. The fast paced energy of the city swirls around its classic past, whether from the French colonial architecture or the Reunification Palace, you will find the secret treasures and experience the open history that the city has to offer.
After breakfast you will prepare to step outside of the urban life for a day as your guide brings you to the unique site of the Cao Dai Temple. Founded in the 1920s in order to synthesize the faiths of Animism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, and Christianity, the complex is a towering, colorful display of architecture with an interior containing a balcony that runs along the walls giving you a perfect view of the midday processions. Above the portico on the façade is the Divine Eye and a mural at the front entry hall depicts the "Third Alliance between God and Man." The ceremony is truly one of a kind, displaying the mixture of hymns that cover both Western and Vietnamese tones in an elegant manner. When you look up you will notice a ceiling painted with stars. Later in the day you will be guided through the magnificent and complex design of the Cu Chi Tunnel system before being brought back to Ho Chi Minh in the evening.
The energetic streets of Ho Chi Minh City are once again left behind as you make your way to Cai Be to board your riverboat that will take you along the Mekong River. Once situated on the water you find the length and atmosphere unmistakably compelling covering an area around 15,000 square-miles, traveling from the Tibetan plateau down to the South China Sea. The riverbanks are lined with fringed palms while you watch the iconic image of locals paddling down through the water on shallow skiffs while wearing conical hats to shield themselves from the sun.
Visit the celebrated bonsai garden where the pine scent of the trees reaches the soft earthen aroma of the riverbanks. Rows of bonsai flourish in the atmosphere along the Mekong, their strong but malleable branches reaching outward and upward. Delicate flowers blossom within the garden. You can't help but stare at them as they burst with red along a sea of green. As you continue your adventure down the Mekong you will have a private transfer by road to Can Tho for the evening.
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Your final breakfast in the country brings the bittersweet flavor of Vietnamese coffee to your palate. The bustling energy of Ho Chi Minh City begins to swirl through the streets once again. The morning is yours to enjoy the neighborhoods once more, from the zesty spices of Cholon to one last taste of pho before your flight. Soon your private transfer will meet you in the hotel lobby and take you to Tan Son Nhat Airport where you will continue the journey, but this time towards home.