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Dragon's Reach Medical Center
I went to a government office in Bacolod. I think it was SSS or PhilHealth. The place looked like a hospital of sorts. I talked about the coverage of the health care. I got confused with the talk about the need to have payments last December and this January. Then they sent me to a medical facility called "Dragon's Reach." She wrote it on a piece of paper.
I went to a place near Doctor's Hospital. My high school classmates were there. Then I was at home. I think I rode the bus home. But then I realized I had to go to work, twice a week. My work is in TP again, but I still have a job online. I recall Francis Tan.
I was going to go to Bacolod together with mom, but all the buses and jeepneys are full.
dream dictionaries
The Dictionary of Symbols
A fabulous animal and a universal, symbolic figure found in the
majority of the cultures of the world—primitive and oriental as well as classical.
A morphological study of the legendary dragon would lead to the conclusion that it is a kind of amalgam of elements taken from various animals that are particularly aggressive and dangerous, such as serpents, crocodiles, lions as well as
prehistoric animals (38). Krappe believes that the amazement occasioned by the
discovery of the remains of antediluvian monsters may have been a contributory
factor in the genesis of the mythic dragon. The dragon, in consequence, stands for
'things animal' par excellence, and here we have a first glimpse of its symbolic
meaning, related to the Sumerian concept of the animal as the 'adversary', a
concept which later came to be attached to the devil. Nevertheless, the dragon—
like all other symbols of the instincts in the non-moral religions of antiquity—
sometimes appears enthroned and all but deified, as, for example, in the standards
and pennons pertaining to the Chinese Manchu dynasty and to the Phoenicians
and Saxons (4). In a great many legends, overlaying its deepest symbolic sense,
the dragon appears with this very meaning of the primordial enemy with whom
combat is the supreme test. Apollo, Cadmus, Perseus and Siegfried all conquer
the dragon. In numerous masterpieces of hagiography, the patron saints of knighthood—St. George and St. Michael the Archangel—are depicted in the very act of
slaying the monster; there is no need to recall others than the St. George of
Carpaccio, or of Raphael, or the St. Michael of Tous by Bermejo. For Dontenville
(16), who tends to favour an historicist and sociological approach to the symbolism of legends, dragons signify plagues which beset the country (or the individual
if the symbol takes on a psychological implication). The worm, the snake and the
crocodile are all closely linked with the concept of the dragon in their own particular way. In France, the dragon is also related to the ogre as well as to Gargantua
and giants in general. In Schneider's view, the dragon is a symbol of sickness (51).
But before going further into its meaning, let us quote some examples to show
how widespread are the references to this monster. The classics and the Bible
very frequently allude to it, providing us with detailed information about its
appearance, its nature and habits. But their descriptions point to not one but
several kinds of dragon, as Pinedo has noted: 'Some give it the form of a winged
serpent; it lives in the air and the water, its jaws are immense, it swallows men and
animals having first killed them with its enormous tail. Conversely, others make
it a terrestrial animal, its jaws are quite small, its huge and powerful tail is an
instrument of destruction, and it also flies and feeds upon the blood of the animals
it kills; there are writers who consider it to be amphibious, in which case its head
becomes that of a beautiful woman with long flowing hair and it is even more
terrible than the previous versions.' In the Bible, there are the following references to the dragon: Daniel xiv, 22, 27; Micah i, 8; Jeremiah xiv, 6; Revelation xii,
3, 7; Isaiah xxxiv, 13, and xliii, 20. There are further mentions by Rabanus Maurus (Opera, III), Pliny (VIII, 12), Galen, Pascal (De Coronis, IX), and among other
characteristics which these writers ascribe to the dragon are the following particularly interesting points: that it is strong and vigilant, it has exceptionally keen
eyesight, and it seems that its name comes from the Greek word derkein ('seeing'). Hence it was given the function, in clear opposition to its terrible implications, of guarding temples and treasures (like the griffin), as well as being turned
into an allegory of prophecy and wisdom. In the Bible, it is the negative side of
the symbol which receives emphasis; it is interesting to note that the anagram of
Herod in Syrian—ierud and es—means 'flaming dragon' (46). Sometimes the
dragon is depicted with a number of heads and its symbolism then becomes
correspondingly unfavourable, given the regressive and involutive sense of all
numerical increase. 'And behold a great red dragon, having seven heads and ten
horns, and seven crowns upon his heads
, in the words of Revelation (xii, 3). On
other occasions, the dragon is used in emblems, in which case it is the symbolism
of the form or shape which takes precedence over that of the animal, as for
example, the dragon biting its tail—the Gnostic Ouroboros, a symbol of all cyclic
processes and of time in particular. The dragon figured quite frequently in alchemy; for the alchemists, a number of dragons fighting with each other illustrated the state of putrefactio (separating out the Elements, or psychic disintegration). And the winged dragon represented the volatile element, while the wingless
creature stood for the fixed element (according to Albert Poison). It is perhaps in
China that this monster has been most utilized and has achieved its greatest
degree of transfiguration. Here it becomes an emblem of imperial power. Whereas
the Emperor numbered the five-clawed dragon among his ornaments, the officials
of his court had the right to keep only the four-clawed (5). According to Diel, the
generic dragon of China symbolizes the mastering and sublimation of wickedness
(15), because the implication is that of a 'dragon conquered', like that which
obeys St. George once he has overcome it. Frazer tells how the Chinese, when
they wish for rain, make a huge dragon out of wood and paper and carry it in
procession; but if it does not rain, then they destroy the dragon (21). Chuang-tzu
maintains that this arises from the fact that the dragon and the serpent, invested
with the most profound and all-embracing cosmic significance, are symbols for
'rhythmic life'. The association of dragon/lightning/rain/fecundity is very common in archaic Chinese texts (17), for which reason the fabulous animal becomes
the connecting-link between the Upper Waters and earth. However, it is impossible to generalize about the dragon of Chinese mythology, for there are subterranean, aerial and aquatic dragons. 'The earth joins up with the dragon' means that
it is raining. It plays an important part as an intermediary, then, between the two extremes of the cosmic forces associated with the essential characteristics of the
three-level symbolism, that is: the highest level of spirituality; the intermediary
plane of the phenomenal life; and the lower level of inferior and telluric forces. A
related and powerful part of its meaning is that of strength and speed. The oldest
Chinese images of the dragon are very similar to those of the horse (13). In
esoteric Chinese thought, there are dragons which are linked with colour-symbolism: the red dragon is the guardian of higher science, the white dragon is a lunar
dragon. These colours derive from the planets and the signs of the Zodiac. In the
Middle Ages in the Western world, dragons make their appearance with the throat
and legs of an eagle, the body of a huge serpent, the wings of a bat and with a tail
culminating in an arrow twisted back upon itself. This, according to Count Pierre
Vincenti Piobb, signifies the fusion and confusion of the respective potentialities
of the component parts: the eagle standing for its celestial potential, the serpent
for its secret and subterranean characteristic, the wings for intellectual elevation,
and the tail (because the form is that of the zodiacal sign for Leo) for submission
to reason (48). But, broadly speaking, present-day psychology defines the dragonsymbol as 'something terrible to overcome', for only he who conquers the dragon
becomes a hero (56). Jung goes as far as to say that the dragon is a mother-image
(that is, a mirror of the maternal principle or of the unconscious) and that it
expresses the individual's repugnance towards incest and the fear of committing
it (31), although he also suggests that it quite simply represents evil (32). Esoteric
Hebrew tradition insists that the deepest meaning of the mystery of the dragon
must remain inviolate (according to the rabbi Simeon ben Yochai, quoted by
Blavatsky) (9). The universal dragon (Katholikos ophis) of the Gnostics is the
'way through all things'. It is related to the concept of chaos ('our Chaos or Spirit
is a fiery dragon which conquers all things'—Philaletha, Introitus) and of dissolution (The dragon is the dissolution of bodies'). (The quotations are taken from the
Pseudo-Democritus.) Regarding symbols of dissolution, Hermetic doctrine uses
the following terms: Poison, viper, universal solvent, philosophical vinegar=the
potential of the undifferentiated (or the Solve), according to Evola. He adds that
dragons and bulls are the animals fought by sun-heroes (such as Mithras, Siegfried,
Hercules, Jason, Horus, or Apollo) and—bearing in mind the equations
woman=dragon, mercury and water; and green='what is undigested'—that 'if the
dragon reappears in the centre of the "Citadel of Philosophers" of Khunrath, it is
still a dragon which has to be conquered and slain: it is that which everlastingly
devours its own self, it is Mercury as an image of burning thirst or hunger or the
blind impulse towards gratification', or, in other words, Nature enthralled and
conquered by Nature, or the mystery of the lunar world of change and becoming as opposed to the world of immutable being governed by Uranus. Böhme, in De
Signatura rerum, defines a will which desires and yet has nothing capable of
satisfying it except its own self, as 'the ability of hunger to feed itself' (Plate VI).
Dream Moods
To see a dragon in your dream, represents your strong will and fiery personality. You tend to get carried away by your passion, which may lead you into trouble. You need to exercise some self-control.
In the eastern cultures, dragons are seen as spiritual creatures symbolizing good luck and fortune.
To dream that you are a dragon and breathing fire, suggests that you are using your anger to get your own way.
10,000 Dreams Interpreted
To dream of a dragon, denotes that you allow yourself to be governed by your passions, and that you are likely to place yourself in the power of your enemies through those outbursts of sardonic tendencies. You should be warned by this dream to cultivate self-control.
This large, mystical creature may represent large and mystical forces inside of you. In the Far East it is believed that the dragons are spiritual creatures that navigate through the air and through the sky. In the West, dragons are considered to be dangerous creatures that need to be destroyed. As far as dream symbols go, the dragon may represent the enormous power in your unconscious. It could symbolize repressed unconscious material, including fear. However, the dragon in our dreams is generally a positive symbol. It may represent a period of time when the dreamer will confront his fears and empower himself to effectively cope with negative emotions, extreme materialism, and be able to obtain greater inner and outer freedom.
Whats Your Sign Animal Symbolism
A Dragon totem is one of the most powerful totems, representing a huge range of qualities, emotions, and traits. When Dragons come to us, it could mean many things.
The most common message a Dragon totem carry to us is a need for strength, courage, and fortitude. Dragons are also messengers of balance, and magic - encouraging us to tap into our psychic nature and see the world through the eyes of mystery and wonder.
More specifically, Dragons are the embodiment of primordial power - the ultimate ruler of all the elements. This is because the Dragon is the master of all the elements: Fire, Water, Earth, and Wind.
As a totem, the Dragon serves as a powerful guardian and guide. Encourage communication with your Dragon, and acknowledge your Dragon's presence as often as possible.
In Chinese culture, the season of the Dragon is mid-spring, its direction is east-southeast, and its fixed element is wood. See Chinese Dragon page for more inforamation on the Dragons within the Asian culture.
There are many ways to strengthen your bond with your Dragon totem. Here are a few suggestions:
Meditation upon your Dragon totem.
Begin collecting Dragon images that resonate with you. Keep these images close, and easily available to you. Look upon these images whenever you wish to communicate with your Dragon totem.
Better yet, begin drawing while communicating with your Dragon. Ask your Dragon to reveal itself to you through your drawing. Check out my friend Barbara's webpage offering free tips on how to draw dragons here!
Begin a Dragon totem journal
Read everything you can on Dragons. This will broaden your horizons, and expand your imagination. A warning though: By all means, never be limited by the scope of what you read. Ultimately, it is you and your Dragon that will create the perfect understanding. There is never a limit in matters of spirit - that includes matters concerning our totems (especially strong totems like the Dragon!).
A Dragon totem can be a powerful ally in our daily effort to live our lives. When we call upon the amazing restorative and potent qualities of the Dragon, we are able to effectively live our lives with the honestly, courage, and strength of a peaceful warrior.
Utilizing the symbolic power of the dragon totem is an internal process cultivated by contemplating the attributes of the dragon we admire and meditating upon these.
We can also honor the dragon totem externally by little actions like including dragon imagery in our lives. It solidifies my connection with the magic the dragon offers.
Whether you are an artist who looks to dragons for inspiration, or a business mogul identifying with a solid symbol of strength or luck - it's clear dragons speak to those special places within us, stoking the fires of our hearts.
Spirit of Angels Animal Totems
The Dragon represents prosperity. This may be of spiritual (intuition) rather than materiaal riches, because the dragon was regarded as the guaridian of treasure that lay hidden deep within the unconscious and was hard to obtain.
Paranormal Investigative Research Group Dictionary
(Ancient, most world culture) A legendary reptilian monster similar in form to a crocodile but with wings, huge claws, and fiery breath. In the Mesopotamian creation myth (Enuma Elish), dating from about 2000 BC, a dragon was considered a symbol for destruction and evil. So it was also considered in the writings of the ancient Hebrews. The Bible (Revelation) also so considers it. Dragons became more benign in later mythologies. The Greeks and Romans believed that they had the ability to understand and to teach mortals the secrets of the earth. Because of this duality, destruction and positive influence, it was often adopted as a military emblem; the Roman legions used it thusly as early as the first century AD. The folklore of northern Europe contains a similar interpretation of the dragon. Norsemen carved the prows of their ships with likenesses of the dragon. The ancient Celtic considered the dragon a symbol of sovereignty. The Teutonic invaders of Britain had dragons depicted on their shields. The dragon also figures in the folklore of Japan.
In China it is traditionally considered as a symbol of good fortune, and was the national emblem of the Chinese Empire. Unlike Middle Eastern or Western dragons, the Lungs (Chinese appelation for "dragons") were benevolent and brought rain, guarded sacred dwellings and such tasks.
There were four types:
1.The T'ien Lung, or Celestial Dragon
2.The Fu Tsang Lung or Treasure Dragon
3.The Ti Lung, or Earth Dragon
4.The Shen Lung, or Rain Dragon (also called Kung Kung)
The latter two Lungs are together known as the Wang Lung, and are propitiated as water deities, dwelling in the Seas. (This information is derived from the 17th century Ming classic San-ts`ai t`ui-hui or Threefold Picture Book. This was an illustrated encyclopedia.)
To dream that you are reaching for something or someone, signifies a yearning or desire for something you do not have. The dream may also be symbolic of an emotional void in your life that you are trying to fill.
To dream that you are at the center of something, represents your belief that everything revolves around you. The dream may also be a metaphor that you are in the middle of some situation that you cannot get out of. If you are off centered, then it indicates that something in your life is out of balance.
To see or dream that you are in a hospital, symbolizes your need to heal or improve your physical or mental health. You need to get back to the flow of everyday life. Alternatively, the dream suggests that you are giving up control of your own body. Perhaps you are afraid of losing control of your body.
If you dream that you are a patient in a hospital. you will have a contagious disease in your community, and will narrowly escape affliction. If you visit patients there, you will hear distressing news of the absent.
Hyper Dictionary
Seeing a hospital in your dream, symbolizes your need to heal or improve your physical or mental heath. You need to get back to the flow of everyday life.
Many people reported having dreams about hospitals and surgery. This appears to be a relatively common dream setting. Most of us are in some need of healing. The healing may be physical, psychological, emotional or spiritual. By paying attention to this dream you may be able to identify the source of your pain, and where and how the healing needs to take place. Think about why you or someone else was in the hospital in the dream. You may ask yourself, "What is going on in the dream? What is the prognosis, and what is the cure?" Answering these questions in light of a situation or issue from your daily life could be very helpful and, at times, enlightening. Therefore, try not to get upset by your dream, but rather pay attention to its message. Superstition based dream interpretations suggest that if you are visiting a patient you will be receiving surprising news (good or bad), but if you are the patient, you may be currently overwhelmed by life and should ask others for help.
To see your home in your dream, signifies security, basic needs, and values. You may be feeling at "home" or settled at your new job or environment. Alternatively, the dream represents your basic needs and priorities.
In particular, to see your childhood home, your hometown, or a home that you previously lived in, indicates your own desires for building a family and your family ideologies. It also reflects aspects of yourself that were prominent or developed during the time you lived in that home. You may experience some unfinished feelings that are being triggered by some waking situation. Alternatively, the dream may represent your outdated thinking.
To dream that you cannot find your way home, indicates that you have lost faith and belief in yourself. It may also signify a major transition in your life.
To dream of visiting your old home, you will have good news to rejoice over.
To see your old home in a dilapidated state, warns you of the sickness or death of a relative. For a young woman this is a dream of sorrow. She will lose a dear friend.
To go home and find everything cheery and comfortable, denotes harmony in the present home life and satisfactory results in business.
Philosophy of Dreams
To dream of home-life in early boyhood indicates good health and prosperity. Good
sign of progress.
Seeing your home in your dream means security, basic needs, and values. You may feel at home at your new job or you finally feel settled and comfortable in a new environment. In particular, to see your childhood home or a home that you no longer live in, suggests your own desires for building a family. It also reflects aspects of yourself that were prominent or developed during the time you lived in that home. You may experience some feelings or unfinished expression of emotions that are now being triggered by a waking situation. Dreaming that you cannot find your way home indicates that you have lost faith and belief in yourself. It may also signify a major transition in your life.
To dream that you are hard at work, denotes that you will win merited success by concentration of energy.
To see others at work, denotes that hopeful conditions will surround you.
To look for work, means that you will be benefited by some unaccountable occurrence.
To dream that you are at work, indicates that you are experiencing some anxiety about a current project or task. The dream may also be telling you that you need to "get back to work". Perhaps you have been slacking off and need to pick up the pace. Stop procrastinating. Alternatively, the dream reflects your success.
To dream that you are at your former work, suggests that there is an old lesson that you need to learn and apply to your current situation.
To dream that you have been replaced at work, represents your concern about your current job security. You feel that you are in a precarious position at work or in some group project.
Dreaming that you are at work indicates that you are experiencing some anxiety about a current project or task. The dream may also be telling you that you need to "get back to work". Perhaps you have been slacking and need to pick up the pace. Dreaming that you are at your former or past work, suggests that there is an old lesson that you need to learn and apply to your current situation. Dreaming that you are hard at work means success and merit. Alternatively, it may suggest anxieties about a current task or project. You may need to "get back to work" and stop procrastinating.
The pattern of the week is related to that of the seven Directions of
Space: two days are associated with each of the three dimensions, while the
centre, as the 'unvarying mean' or the image of the Aristotelian 'unmoved mover',
corresponds to the day of rest. The fact that this space-time prototype, founded
upon the number seven, embraced also the planetary spheres and the principal
deities of each pantheon, can be seen in the way each of the planets (including the
sun and the moon) gave its name to one of the weekdays. As a consequence of this
influence of the planetary gods (comparable in their negative aspect with the
seven deadly sins), the seven-headed monster of myth, legend and folklore also
refers to the dangers of temptation growing day by day as the week progresses.
To dream about the week, signifies your sense of time management. The dream may also be a pun on being "weak".
To dream that you are looking for a job, suggests that you are feeling unfulfilled and frustrated in a current phase of your life. If you are applying for several jobs in your dream, then it suggests that you need a clear direction and focused goal.
To dream about your current job, suggests that you need to work harder or be more effective at work. There may be something or some task that must be done at once. Or the dream may mean you are overworked or preoccupied with work. You need to make time for leisure and relaxation.
To dream that you lose your job, represents instability and insecurity in your waking life.
If you are currently unemployed, but dream that you have a job, then the dream may be one of encouragement of your job outlook. You need to remain motivated and don't give up.
Dreaming that you are looking for a job, suggests that you are unfulfilled and feeling frustrated in your current phase of your life. Dreaming about your current job, represents your satisfaction and contentment in the way things are going in your life. It may also mean that there is something or some task that must be done at once.
To dream that you are waiting for a bus, indicates a temporary setback in achieving your personal goals. If you miss the bus, then it indicates that an aspect of your life is out of control. You need to slow down and map out a new plan. If you get on the wrong bus, then the dream indicates your fears of making the wrong choice and going on the wrong path. You are conflicted between what you want and what others want for you.
To dream that you are at the bus station, suggests that you have reached some new level or stage in your emotional or physical life.
To dream that you are riding a bus, implies that you are going along with the crowd. You are lacking originality and control over where your life is taking.
To dream that you are in a bus accident, suggests that it is time for you to move away from a group setting and venture out on your own. You need to be more independent.
Dreaming that you are waiting for a bus indicates a temporary setback in achieving your personal goals. Dreaming that you are at the bus station, suggests that you have reached some new level or stage in your emotional or physical life. Dreaming that you are riding a bus, implies that you are going along with the crowd. You are lacking originality and are taking no control over where your life is taking. Dreaming that you are in a bus accident means that you will find yourself in an embarrassing situation. Your finances will be effected in an adverse way causing your much frustration.
In order to interpret the dream with a bus ride in it, the dreamer should make associations in regard to buses. The dream has very specific meaning depending on the individual's experiences on school buses, public transportation vehicles, special family trips, etc. At times the content of the dream may be more important than the actual setting. If the setting is secondary, then examine the other details of the dream more closely. However, if the bus and/or the bus ride was a focal point of the dream consider the value that it holds for you. Does this dream say something about your ability to "fit in" and join a group effort, project, or trip? Do you function well in a group? Are you a leader or a follower in such situations, and what is your comfort level? This dream could also reflect a part of your life (or the journey of your life) that involved many other people who seemed to be on a same path. It could be your family, friends, schoolmates or co-workers.
To see old classmates in your dream, indicate that you need to draw on your old associations with your former classmates to gain insight in some current relationship. It represents a past lesson that you have learned and is applicable in some aspect of your waking life now.
Seeing old classmates in your dream indicates that you need to draw on your old associations with your former classmates to gain insight in some current relationship. It represents a past lesson that you have learned and is applicable in some aspect of your waking life now.


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Osma kordunaška divizija NOVJ-a formirana je 22. studenog 1942. godine naredbom Vrhovnog komandanta NOV-a i POJ-a Josipa Broza Tita. Pri osnivanju u njen sastav su ušle Četvrta i Peta kordunaška brigada i Šesta primorsko-goranska brigada. Pošto je Šesta primorsko-goranska brigada bila udaljena, operirala je samostalno, tako da je umjesto nje u sastav divizije 5. prosinca 1942. ušla Petnaesta kordunaška brigada.

Borbeni put Osme divizije
Na početku operacije "Weiss I" nepotpuna divizija (Četvrta kordunaška brigada vodila je s Trinaestom proleterskom brigadom operacije na Žumberku) bila je nastupanjem 7. SS divizije "Prinz Eugen" s poteza Karlovac-Petrinja prema Slunju i Velikoj Kladuši primorana na obranu. Nijemci su uspjeli manevrom prodrijeti u bok i pozadinu položaja divizije, pa je ona bila prisiljena na izvlačenje prema Lici. Tijekom zime i proljeća Osma kordunaška divizija je u suradnji sa Šestom ličkom divizijom izvodila uspješne ofenzivne operacije i sudjelovala u napadu na Otočac u travnju i napadu na Gospić u svibnju 1943. godine.

Tijekom 1943. godine divizija je bila angažirana u brojnim obrambenim i napadnim akcijama protiv njemačkih, talijanskih, ustaško-domobranskih i četničkih formacija u području između Kupe i Une. U studenom 1943. sudjelovala je u napadu na Glinu, a u prosincu se našla pod udarom postrojbi 15. i 69. njemačkog korpusa tijekom Operacije "Panther". U ožujku 1944. godine divizija je s velikim uspjehom odbila osovinsku ofenzivu u Plašćanskoj dolini. Sudjelovala je u napadu na Cazin u travnju 1944. i manevarskim obrambenim borbama tijekom Operacije "Šah" u svibnju.

Tijekom lipnja i srpnja 1944. godine, divizija je zajedno s 34. hrvatskom divizijom i slovenskim postrojbama napadala osovinskoe garnizone i komunikacije u Pokuplju, Turopolju, Žumberku i Beloj Krajini u Sloveniji, a tijekom kolovoza i rujna vodila je borbe ponovno na teritoriju Korduna, Like i Banovine.

Krajem listopada 1944., divizija se prebacila u Cazinsku krajinu gdje je u studenom bila angažirana u intenzivnim borbenim akcijama tijekom napada na Cazin u studenom 1944. godine. Zimu 1944/45. godine provela je u oštrim borbama s postrojbama njemačkog 15. korpusa oko vitalnih komunikacija i obrambenih točaka u Lici i na Kordunu.

Nakom rasformiranja Unske operativne grupe u sastav divizije ušla je njena Muslimanska brigada i Krajiški partizanski odred.

Tijekom završnih operacija za oslobođenje Jugoslavije, bila je potčinjena Četvrtoj armiji JA i pod njenim zapovjedništvom je sudjelovala u oslobađanju Bihaća, Ličko-primorskoj i Tršćanskoj operaciji.

Ukazom Vrhovnog štaba NOV-a i POJ-a 16. lipnja 1944. godine Osma kordunaška divizija proglašena je udarnom u znak priznanja za postignute uspjehe.

Literatura

 Vojna enciklopedija, Beograd 1975. godina.

Vanjske poveznice

8th Division - Vojska.net

Postrojbe NOV i PO Hrvatske

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaWikipedia


A major event dedicated to the contemporary audiovisual creation, the Rencontres Internationales will offer, from March 13th to March 19th at the Gaîté Lyrique, a space of discovery and reflection on new cinema and contemporary art.
In the presence of 100 artists and filmmakers from all over the world, this exceptional edition introduces a brand new international program, comprising 120 works from 40 countries. By bringing together internationally renowned artists and filmmakers with young and emerging ones, the audience will attend indoor screenings – premieres, cartes blanches, special sessions, video screenings, performances – as well as roundtables and forums led by directors of art centres and museums, curators, artists and distributors, who will share their experience and views on new audiovisual practices and issues with the audience.


Functioning adrenal adenomas are well-described entities that can rarely occur outside the adrenal gland in the ectopic adrenal tissue. Similarly, myelolipoma is an another benign lesion of the adrenal tissue which can rarely occur outside the adrenal gland. We report the first case of a testosterone producing an extra-adrenal adrenocortical oncocytoma accompanied by a myelolipoma. The patient presented with virilization and elevated androgen levels. Imaging revealed a retroperitoneal mass, which histologically consisted of oncocytes and intermingled myelolipoma. Postoperative androgen levels decreased to normal. The tumor cells were strongly positive for inhibin and Melan-A, supporting the adrenal origin. This case demonstrates a diagnostic challenge in which correlation with histology, immunohistochemistry, and serum endocrine studies led to the final diagnosis.


Surat Thani (สุราษฎร์ธานี) is a city on the Central Gulf Coast of southern Thailand.
Surat Thani (often just "Surat") is the largest province of southern Thailand. Surat Thani means City of Good People, the title given to the city by King Vajiravudh (Rama VI). It is a gateway to the islands of Thailand's Gulf Coast: Ko Samui, Ko Pha Ngan, and Ko Tao are much-visited destinations, as well as Ang Thong National Marine Park and the famous Khao Sok National Park.
9.13305399.3152831 Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Talad Mai Rd, ☎ +66 77-288-818. M-F 08:30-16:30. The TAT office on Talad Mai Road is the only government tourism office on mainland Surat Thani. TAT has brochures and maps for both local tourist destinations as well as those in other provinces. Clean public toilets are also available free of charge. TAT does not sell anything, they are only there to promote tourism. The other tourism offices around the city (like the one at the airport and the ones near Talad Kaset 1 and 2) are not official tourism offices and will try to sell you tourism packages or ferry tickets. Do not buy anything from these private tourism offices as they are usually offered at an inflated price. For ferry tickets, only buy them directly from the ferry operator or from Phantip Travel.
9.13611299.1391671 Surat Thani International Airport (URT IATA), 73 Moo 3, Hua Toei, Phunphin District (26km west of Surat Thani City Centre).
Connect by bus or rental car (buy ticket and rent in the airport) to town. Phantip Travel has bus service connecting all flights to Surat Thani. Phantip Travel (Tel. +66 77 272230, +66 77 282331) is on Taladmai Rd. Price one-way is 100 baht.
If you're heading to Ko Samui, Seatran Ferry and other companies offer a bus/ferry service from the airport to Nathon Pier on Ko Samui for 400 baht (Aug 2017). It's also possible to book this trip with Air Asia, even as late as during the plane ride (they also use Seatran ferry). Travel time is three hours. Buses leave the airport six times per day.
Air Asia, ☎ +66 2 515-9999. Flights from Bangkok (Don Mueang Airport), and Chiang Mai.
Nok Air, ☎ 1318 (non-geographical). Flights from Bangkok (Don Mueang Airport).
Thai Lion Air, ☎ +66 2529-9999, e-mail: info@lionairthai.com. Flights from Bangkok (Don Mueang Airport).
Thai Smile, ☎ +66 2 118-8888, e-mail: customer.service@thaismileair.com. Flights from Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi Airport).
9.10411899.2305522 Surat Thani Railway Station (สถานีรถไฟสุราษฎร์ธานี), Phunphin District, Surat Thani. The Surat Thani train station, despite its name, is in Phun Phin, about 12 km west of the town centre. Most comfortable are the overnight trains from Bangkok, which arrive in early morning. There are always many who try to catch the tourists and sell them trips to Surat or the islands directly. Usually the most aggressive sellers are the most expensive. However, it's not a big problem to reach the city itself from the railway station. Municipal buses depart the train station for Surat Thani every 30 minutes and cost 20 baht, though the service seems to stop around 17:00. After that, the only option is a taxi, the drivers of which will come in to the station to try and find passengers. If you go outside and turn immediately to the left, there is a taxi stand with taxis charging a fixed price of 140 baht to Surat Thani. The price is clearly indicated on a printed canvas sign attached high up.
There are 3 main bus & coach terminals in Muang Surat Thani: Talad Kaset 1, Talad Kaset 2, and Surat Thani Bus Terminal.
Talad Kaset 1 and Talad Kaset 2 are across from each other, off of Talad Mai Road in the city centre, whereas Surat Thani Bus Terminal is outside of the city off of Highway 401, behind CentralPlaza. Talad Kaset 1 is for local buses to nearby districts. Talad Kaset 2 is for coaches and buses to further districts and popular tourist destinations, such as Khanom, Khao Sok, Krabi, Phang Nga, Phuket, and Hat Yai. The Surat Thani Bus Terminal is for longer haul rides, such as overnight buses to Bangkok.
9.14472199.3286953 Talad Kaset 1 (Downtown Transportation Hub), Talad Mai Rd. For local buses to nearby districts.
9.14380999.3304914 Talad Kaset 2 (Downtown Transportation Hub), Talad Mai Road, Muang Surat Thani. For coaches and buses to further districts and popular tourist destinations.
9.11172899.2983125 Surat Thani Bus Terminal (บขส - pronounced: Baw Kaw Saw), Wat Pradu, Muang Surat Thani. For longer haul rides.
9.14460699.3288786 Phantip Office - Surat Thani Town Branch, 293/6-8 Talad Mai Road, Muang Surat Thani, ☎ +66 77 272-230, +66 77 282-331, e-mail: info@phantiptravel.com. The main transportation provider in Southern Thailand is Phantip Travel (pronounced "pun-tip"). They are licensed by both the Department of Land Transportation and Department of Civil Aviation and have been in operation in Surat Thani since the early-1970s. They also hold the government contract for the downtown transportation hub. Their coaches are easily identifiable. Their minivans are white with green Thai writing. Look for the green "(1970)" above the back passenger window and the logo "Phantip (1970)" on the front doors.
9.134499.1433087 Phantip Office - Surat Thani Airport Branch, Surat Thani International Airport (Ground Floor, beside exit), ☎ +66 77 272-230, +66 77 282-331, e-mail: info@phantiptravel.com.
9.10518499.2305038 Phantip Office - Surat Thani Train Station Branch, Surat Thani International Airport (Ground Floor, beside exit), ☎ +66 77 272-230, +66 77 282-331, e-mail: info@phantiptravel.com.
There are three main ferry companies that operate from mainland Surat Thani to the islands: Lomprayah, Seatran, and Raja.
There are only two ferry piers in Muang Surat Thani: Tapee Pier, which Lomprayah's High Speed Catarman operates from, and Bandon Pier, which is for night boats only. Seatran Pier and Raja Pier are both located in Don Sak District, 65km (40mi) east of Surat Thani city centre.
9.1432399.322729 Bandon Pier (Night Boat Pier), Talat.
9.3202799.73697811 Seatran Ferry Pier, Donsak District.
9.3291599.74468712 Raja Ferry Pier, Donsak District.
9.3368499.6823114 Laem Thuat Pier, Donsak District. Used by Lomprayah for the slow ferry.
Seatran. Seatran Ferry provides service from Surat Thani to Ko Samui, Ko Pha Ngan, and Ko Tao.
Raja Ferry. Raja Ferry provides service from Surat Thani to Ko Samui and Ko Pha Ngan.
9.1398999.32385915 Seatran Coach Station, Talad Mai Rd.
9.12076299.30972616 Raja Coach Station (Sirraja 1), Si Wichai 16, Muang Surat Thani.
The night boat ferries are individually owned and operated. Routes can be cancelled without any prior notice. Only buy night boat tickets directly from the ferry operator. The tickets can be purchased the day of departure from the boat operators at Bandon pier. The ticket stands are directly in front of the individual night boats.
The departure times and ticket prices for the night boats can vary as the individual boat and operator are on rotations. For example, the wooden Ko Tao night boat leaves an hour earlier than the metal Ko Tao night boats. Confirm with the operators at Bandon Pier the day of departure. Arrival times are estimates as it depends on the sea conditions.
Tuk-tuks cost around 10-20 baht/per person) around the town. Hail one on any major road with a wave or yell, negotiate a fare, and sit on the bench in the back.
9.13206899.32625517 X Motorbike Rentals, Soi 9 Karunrat Rd, ☎ +66 83 968 7298 (mobile), e-mail: sontayareffa@gmail.com. Daily 08:00-20:00. Offers motorbike rentals and full time mechanical services. Free delivery and pickup. Free motorbike riding lessons and help with Thai licensing also available.
Car hire services are available at Surat Thani International Airport.
Avis, ☎ +66 85 484 8010 (mobile). Daily 07:00-21:00.
Hertz, ☎ +66 77 441 323. Daily 08:00-20:00.
Sixt, ☎ +66 81 453 6611 (mobile). Daily 07:00-20:00.
Smile Car Rent Surat Thani, ☎ +66 87 837 4555 (mobile), +66 81 272 1576 (mobile).
Surat Thani Car Rent, ☎ +66 93 767 5479 (mobile). Daily 07:00-22:00.
Thai Rent A Car, ☎ 1647 (non geographic).
Taxi Thumngun (Taxi ทำเงิน), ☎ +66 77 489-288, +66 77-489-289. 24-hour call center.
Taxi Pathway (Taxi พาธเวย์), ☎ +66 88-750-0099 (mobile). Daily 05:00-22:00.
9.15103699.3071721 Bang Bai Mai Floating Market (ตลาดน้ำประชารัฐบางใบไม้). Sundays 09:00-15:00. A "must see" in Surat Thani, this picturesque riverside market offers a range of ready-to-eat foods. The market also features a large fish pond, live music, and canal boat rides (at a cost). This market is on Sundays only and even though it's open until 15:00, it's best to go before noon.
9.13921799.3216962 City Pillar Shrine (ศาสหลีกเมือง). Daily 07:00-18:00. Former site of the provincial administration building. The building was first destroyed when the Japanese invaded Thailand on 8 December 1941 and landed in Surat Thani. The building caught fire during the short battle and burned down. It was reopened in 1954. On 19 March 1982 it was destroyed again by a bomb planted by communist rebels, killing 5 people. This is a religious shrine and, although it is not a temple, dress appropriately and to remove shoes when entering the structure. Free Admission.
9.09969799.3512693 Phra That Si Surat (พระธาตุศรีสุราษฎร์์) (Khao Tha Phet (เขาท่าเพชร)). Khao Tha Phet is a hill outside of the city centre. It has an elevation of about 210 m (689 ft) and offers a good view over the town. On top of the hill is the Sri Surat stupa (also known by its common name, Phra That Khao Tha Phet), which was built in Srivijavan-style in 1957. The stupa contains a Buddha relic donated by India. Next to the stupa is a sweet shorea tree (Shorea roxburghii) planted by King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
Nai Bang Area (ในบาง) – Nai Bang is an alluvial plain around the mouth of the Tapi River which is crisscrossed with networks of canals. The canals are lined with mangrove forest alternating with traditional southern-styled houses, behind which are coconut farms and orchards. The people here still maintain a simple way of life and make their living on indigenous natural resources, despite the bustling economy in the Ban Don (town) market just opposite the river. Access to Nai Bang is by the bridge across the Tapi River or by longtail boat from Ban Don. The boat can carry 6–8 people and charges 250 baht per hour. Visitors may contact travel agents in Surat Thani who sell a one-day package tour to the Nai Bang area.
9.13867199.3178794 Ko Lamphu Public Park (เกาะลำพู). A small, car-free island on the Tapi River offering walking & biking paths, exercise equipment, and a playground. Great place to play volleyball and basketball. Free.
9.13938799.3527935 Rama 9 Park (สวนหลวง ร.9). A city park offering walking & biking paths, exercise equipment, and a playground. There's also a large fish pond where you can buy fish food to feed the fish. Free admission.
9.07363699.3316326 Khun Thale Swamp (บึงขุนทะเล) (Khuntalay Swamp). Khun Thale Swamp, despite its name, is a picturesque marshland just south of the city centre. A local fishing spot for many years, the area is undergoing renovations (May 2018) to make the area more accessible. Despite ongoing renovations to the boardwalk, the area is still a great place for cycling. Paddle boats are available for a small fee to take out into the swamp. A troop of wild monkeys also lives on the south side of the swamp. Free.
9.08724199.2785887 Rubber Tree Road. Rubber Tree Road is a scenic stretch of Talad Klauy-Kaouhaoukway Road in Muang Surat Thani with rubber trees that form a shaded canopy over the road.
9.10234199.3051048 Rice Paddy at Rice Farm Villa Hotel, Highway 420, Makham Tia, Muang Surat Thani. This small rice paddy is in the middle of the city. The rice paddy can be viewed free of charge, just walk though the OTOP shopping center. Free.
9.1741899.3589 Si Surat Bridge (สะพานศรีสุราษฎร์), Bang Kung, Muang Surat Thani. Tallest bridge in southern Thailand.
Huts, Khao Sok National Park.
Ratchaprapha (Rajjaprabha) Dam: The completion of this dam in 1988 gave birth to Cheow Lan Lake about 168 square kilometres in area, which is adorned with hundreds of islands and islets.
Tang Nam: Streams chiseled across two ridges create this striking gorge. Many people came to pay respect to this place, around which the venerable Buddhadasa Bhikkhu's ashes were traditionally showered.
Namtok Than Sawan: This scenic waterfall is three kilometres from Tang Nam.
Namtok Sip Et Chan: This 11-tier waterfall originates from Bang Len canal. The first level is largest and most picturesque.
San Yang Roi Trail: This two kilometre trail begins at the park headquarters and runs along the mountain shoulder past streams, waterfalls, and moist evergreen forest. A trail to a rarely seen plant called Bua Phut at Bang Luk Chang Mountain.
Khlong Phanom National Park (อุทยานแห่งชาติคลองพนม) – High limestone mountains connected with Khao Sok National Park. Attractions in the park include Kiriwong and Chong Yung waterfalls and several caves full of stalactites and stalagmites.
Kaeng Krung National Park (อุทยานแห่งชาติแก่งกรุง) – Mountainous area covered by moist evergreen forests, where some rare and endangered species such as tree ferns can be found. Attractions in the park include hot springs, Bang Hoi Waterfall and Khlong Pa Waterfall.
Namtok Tat Fa: A perennial 13-level waterfall is the highest in Surat Thani. The fourth level is most attractive with its 80 m cliff.
Tham Khamin or Tham Men: Exotic stalagmites and stalactites in this cave. The walkway is well-lit and fitted with stairs.
San Yen: The eastern range, about 40 kilometres long and 1,000-1,300 metres high, is fertile with rare flora, fauna, and wildlife.
Namtok Mueang Thuat: This seven-level waterfall has a large basin.
9.1307699.3919110 Monkey Training College (First Monkey School/วิทยาลัยฝึกลิงเพื่อการเกษตร), 24 Moo 4, Thungkong, Kanchanadit, ☎ +66 7722-7351, +66 08-4745-5662. By appointment only. Founded in 1957 by Somporn Saekhow to train pig-tailed macaques how to properly pick coconuts. Somporn's daughter, Somjai, now runs the school. The college remains first and foremost a training centre for coconut farmers' monkeys. Visitors are of course welcome but please contact the school before your visit. The training is done in an animal-friendly fashion. No punishments are given, only rewards. Also offers home stay ("home stay" is a word frequently used to indicate basic accommodations, and joining the host for meals) in two basic bungalows.
9.1842799.4238211 Monkey Training Center (Kadaejae Monkey School/ศูนย์ฝึกลิงเพื่อการเกษตรกะแดะแจะ), ☎ +66 08-9871-8017, +66 08-7677-3124. By appointment only. Demonstration and lecture on how to train pig-tailed macaques to pick coconuts.
9.15473299.47058312 Kuha Cave (วัดถ้ำคูหา) (Don't forget to go in the actual cave! Take your shoes off and walk to the large Buddha statue's feet. Put your shoes back on and walk down the stairs to the main cave cavern.). Cave temple filled with multiple Buddha images of various styles including Dwaravati, Srivichai, Indian Pallava, and Siam Ayutthaya.
9.2337799.5080513 Sinmana Farmstay (สินมานะฟาร์มสเตย์), ☎ +66 08-1597-7575. Oyster farm.
9.24016299.5103914 Wat Khao Pranim Viewpoint (วัดเขาพระนิ่ม) (Stairs are located across from the temple, on the hill). Hillside view of the mountains and nearby fishfarms.
9.16546299.58903715 Bor Numtip (สำนักสงฆ์ถ้ำบ่อน้ำทิพย์, Tham Bo Nam Thip Bureau of Monks). Cave temple.
9.1872299.57911816 Wat Praputthabat (วัดพระพุทธบาทศรีสุราษฎร์, Wat Phra Phutthabat Si Surat). Hilltop temple.
8.98343999.65697217 Phu Rin Waterfall (น้ำตกภูริน). Small waterfall.
9.13849399.67296319 Vipavadee Waterfall (น้ำตกวิภาวดี), Pak Phraek, Don Sak District, Surat Thani. Medium size waterfall. Popular socializing venue, both after school and on weekends. Free.
9.31862399.69229420 Rock Fish Museum (พิพิธภัณฑ์ปลาหิน์์), Highway 4142, Don Sak, ☎ +66 77 371 197. Daily 08:00-16:00. Collection of hand carved fish made out of stone. This museum was established in 1992 by Mr. Kitti Sin-udom, an old fisherman who spent more than 10 years carving stone here. More than 1,000 lifelike sculptures of marine fish found in the Gulf of Thailand are on display. Donations welcome.
9.32017499.68461221 Wat Khao Suwanpradit (วัดเขาสุวรรณประดิษฐ์), Don Sak, Surat Thani. Wat Khao Suwanpradit was founded in 1982 by one of Southern Thailand's most revered monks, Luang Pho Choi. The 45m tall stupa contains Buddha relics from Wat Phra Kiat from Chiang Mai. This hilltop monastery offers a great panoramic view of Don Sak as well as the Gulf of Thailand and the nearby islands. Free.
9.3212799.7058922 Hug Village Horse & Sheep Farm, Don Sak, Surat Thani, ☎ +66 85-169-4800, e-mail: hugvillage@gmail.com. Daily 09:30-18:00. A horse (pony) and sheep farm with beautiful flower gardens and a café.
9.32934699.70343623 Ko Raet (เกาะแรต), Don Sak, Surat Thani. A traditional Chinese fishing village. It's also the smallest populated island in Thailand connected to the mainland via bridge. You can walk around the entire island in less than an hour and enjoy the views of the nearby gulf islands. Has multiple traditional homestays for visitors.
9.2668799.7666924 Cho Waterfall (น้ำตกโฉ), Don Sak. A small stream popular with the locals. Surrounded by food stalls and a couple small restaurants, people go to cool down or have their feet cleaned by "doctor fish" in the natural fish spa. Free.
9.01615699.01560925 Clear Water Canal (คลองน้ำใส), Khiri Rat Nikhom. A crystal clear stream. Popular local swimming spot. Free.
9.078398.8440726 Hin Pat (หินพัด), Khiri Rat Nikhom. A giant fan-shaped rock that sits on top of a cliff. It has been a popular viewpoint among locals for many years but only became an "official tourist attraction" in 2014. Free.
Than Thong Waterfall (น้ำตกธารทอง), Khiri Rat Nikhom. Small waterfall, popular with the locals as a swimming spot.
8.8501598.9048427 Phasuankwang Farm (ผาสวนกวางฟาร์ม), Khiri Rat Nikhom. An animal farm/petting zoo with multiple animals including: deer, rabbits, turkeys, ponies, buffalo, and crocodiles.
9.04267699.03975928 Wat Tham Singkhorn (วัดถ้ำสิงขร), Khiri Rat Nikhom. Wat Tham Singkhorn is an ancient temple built in the Ayutthaya period (1351 to 1767). Behind the temple is a large cave with multiple Buddha statues.
Tham Singkhorn Hotsprings (บ่อนำร้อนถำสิงขร), Khiri Rat Nikhom. Nine natural hot springs. The hottest is around 70°C.
8.83870998.96399729 Namrad Forest Headwaters (ป่าต้นน้ำบ้านน้ำราด), Khiri Rat Nikhom. Daily 09:00-18:00. Clear, fresh water swimming spot. As of 2018, this spot has been featured in numerous local travel blogs making it very popular. Get there early in the morning if you want to avoid the crowds. Entrance is free but you have to pay to use the toilets..
8.9556899.0027730 Kunfai Farm (สวนคุณฝ้าย), Khiri Rat Nikhom. U-Pick strawberry farm. Strawberries don't grow very well in the southern Thai heat so be sure to check ahead to see if there is any fruit available.
8.9613998.8068931 Rajjaprabha Dam Golf Course (สนามกอล์ฟเขื่อนรัชชประภา), Ban Ta Khun. Par 72, 18-hole course.
8.9491398.8222132 Khao Theppithak Suspension Bridge (สะพานแขวนบ้านเขาเทพพิทักษ์), Ban Ta Khun. Wooden suspension bridge with a heart shape mountain in the background. Free.
8.85455698.86947733 Ban Thum Phueng (บ้านถ้ำผึ้ง), Phanom. Small farming village offering numerous homestays and cabins for visitors. Fruit orchards, rubber and palm plantations, and vegetable farms. Small waterfall and hotspring nearby.
8.97756998.82028434 Rajjaprabha Dam (เขื่อนรัชชประภา) (Ratchaprapha Dam, Cheow Lan Lake/Chiao Lan (เชี่ยวหลาน)), Phanom. 165-km² (64-sq mi) man-made lake in Khao Sok National Park. Known for its floating raft-houses, it's an extremely scenic place great place for wildlife watching, swimming, kayaking, and even diving.
8.81987998.82136635 Wat Phanom's Fishes River (แหล่งปลาวัดพนม), Phanom. Fish viewing area. Fish include: tinfoil barb, silver barb, ponyfish, catfish, and carp.
8.883398.4995736 Mai Yai Waterfall (น้ำตกแม่ยาย), Phanom. The only waterfall in Khao Sok National Park that can be reached by car. Approximately 30 m high. Best time to visit is during the rainy season.
9.2574799.1902337 Wat Mun Lek Folk Museum (พิพิธภัณฑ์พื้นบ้าน วัดมูลเหล็ก์), Tha Chang.
8.8476299.2438638 Nong Thung Tong (หนองทุ่งทอง), Khian Sa. A wildlife sanctuary/no-hunting area. It is home to over 70 species of migratory birds, the oriental small-clawed otter, and the Asian Golden Cat. The area is mixed grasslands, marshes, and swamps. During the rainy season (October-December) the area is almost completely flooded.
8.7786398.9568139 Thamma Park (อุทยานธรรมเขานาในหลวง), Khian Sa. Hilltop temple with a picturesque view. Free.
8.73624699.02402440 514 Base Historical Learning Centre (ศูนย์เรียนรู้และท่องเที่ยวเชิงอนุรักษ์ประวัติศาสตร์ ค่าย ๕๑๔), Khian Sa, ☎ +66 7-743-9008, +66 8-7889-3084. Formerly the People's Liberation Army 514 Camp. Provides information on the tropical rainforest's ecosystem, social history, fighter and mass struggle during the movement of the Communist Party of Thailand, folk wisdom, indigenous values, and the concept of sacrifice for common good to youth.
8.6225398.980541 Ang Nam Pood (อ่างน้ำผุด), Phrasaeng. Clear water spring. You can see the bubbles come up from the sand. Cabomba, a non-native invasive aquatic plant with pretty white flowers, can be viewed in the clear water. In addition to swimming, kayaks and paddleboats are available to rent.
8.6225398.980542 Tourism Attraction Bangsawan (สถานที่ท่องเที่ยวบางสวรรค์), Phrasaeng. River swimming spot.
9.1005299.310791 Nakwaree Shooting Association (สนามยิงปืน นาควารี), Makham Tia, Muang Surat Thani (Across from Tesco-Lotus), ☎ +66 86-947-0137 (mobile). Shooting range with a variety of pistol and rifle rentals. Memberships also available. Pistol rental 300 baht; rifle rental 350 baht, Range fee 100 baht. Ammunition extra..
9.1020199.326162 Bang Yai Fishing Park (บางใหญ่ฟิชชิ่งปาร์ค), Makham Tia, Muang Surat Thani. Stocked fishing park pond. Bring your own rod. 80 baht per person.
9.10981799.3018513 SF Cinema Central Plaza, 4th FL. Central Plaza Surat Thani, ☎ +66 77 961-555. Regularly shows (EN/TH) & (TH/EN) films.
9.14827299.3366474 Major Cineplex Sahathai, Sahathai Garden Plaza Surat Thani, ☎ +66 77 205-825. Regularly shows (EN/TH) & (TH/EN) films.
9.10428199.3067065 EGV Lotus, 3rd FL. Tesco Lotus Surat Thani, ☎ +66 77 405-235. Mostly (TH/--) but will screen (TH/EN) and (EN/TH) occasionally.
9.14635899.3272796 SF Cinema Coliseum Surat Thani, 3rd FL. Coliseum Surat Thani, ☎ +66 77 910-044. Mostly (TH/--) but will screen (TH/EN) occasionally.
9.12547799.2720287 The Pirates Park, Highway 420, Muang Surat Thani, ☎ +66 77 380-999. Water park featuring inflatable slides, obstacle courses, kids' pools, and a garden/banquet area.
9.14000299.3171738 Praram Surat Thani (Mushroom Pool), Bang Bai Mai, Muang Surat Thani. Nicknamed 'The Mushroom Pool' for its mushroom waterfall structure. Popular swimming spot for the local expat English teachers. 100 baht.
9.13982899.3480529 Pool Koff, Bang Kung, Muang Surat Thani. 120 baht.
9.13702399.34845110 Provincial Sport Centre Pool, Bang Kung, Muang Surat Thani. Olympic-sized swimming pool 20 baht..
9.14299.33324811 Sport Club Pool, Thatong Road, Talat, Muang Surat Thani, ☎ +66 77 288-035. M-F 15:00-21:00; Sa Su 09:00-20:00. Partially shaded swimming pool with a children's pool and 2 small water slides. Popular with locals for children's swimming lessons. 20 baht.
9.14299.36227412 Rajabhat University Sport Complex Pool, Makham Tia, Muang Surat Thani. 60 baht.
9.10238699.30450713 100 Islands Resort and Spa Pool, Makham Tia, Muang Surat Thani. 150 baht for a family of 4 (2 adults, 2 children).
9.10696299.30527314 Diamond Plaza Hotel Pool, Makham Tia, Muang Surat Thani. 60 baht.
9.11200699.31459915 Naraya Riverside Resort Pool, Makham Tia, Muang Surat Thani. 180 baht, 3 month membership also available.
9.11406799.31051216 Siam Thani Hotel Pool, Si Wichai Road, Makham Tia, Muang Surat Thani. 50 baht.
9.10005399.32049417 Tawan Anda Garden Hotel Pool, Makham Tia, Muang Surat Thani. 50 baht.
9.13119199.31378418 Wang Tai Hotel Pool, Si Wichai Road, Talat, Muang Surat Thani. Membership available for 3,000 baht per year.
Salted Eggs – Ducks in Chaiya eat mollusks, crabs, and fish on the farm, which make their egg yolks particularly red. Eggs are covered with soil mixed with salty water and rice husks.
Oysters – Surat Thani's oysters are well known for their size, cleanliness, taste, and smell.
Rambutan – Rambutan here are exceptional due thanks to their sweet taste, crisp meat, big size, small seeds, and thin peel.
Phumriang Silk – Hand-woven products of a Muslim village. The weavers here create their own patterns which are embossed on the silk by shuttle looms.
9.1097299.302021 Tops Supermarket, 1st FL. CentralPlaza Surat Thani. Good selection of Western foods, including bakery products, cheese, wine, beer, and sweets. Also carries 'Waitrose' products imported from the UK.
9.10355199.3072412 Tesco Lotus, 2nd FL. Tesco Lotus Surat Thani. One of the larger grocery stores in Surat Thani. Good selection of meat, produce, and grocery items. Also carries 'Tesco Finest' products imported from the UK.
9.14837999.3693833 Big C. One of the larger grocery stores in Surat Thani. Good selection of meat, produce, and grocery items.
9.12162599.3384894 Makro, Chonkasem Road. Most items sold in bulk. Cheap meat and vegetables. Large selection of spices as well as some imported products. No membership needed, pick up a pass from the customer service desk on the way in.
9.10268899.3052425 OTOP Souvenir Shop at 100 Islands Resort, Highway 420, Makham Tia, Muang Surat Thani, ☎ +66 81-892-4677 (mobile). Daily 07:00-19:00. Large number of souvenirs and local handicrafts, including hand woven baskets, coconut and mango wood products, pearls, clothing, dried fruit, and fish products.
9.11076499.3018686 OTOP Product Zone in CentralPlaza Surat Thani, 3rd FL. Central Plaza. Selection of Thai products and souvenirs, including hand woven baskets, coconut and mango wood products, clothing, and cosmetics.
9.14604299.3258811 San Jao Night Market (Talat Sanjao - ตลาดศาลเจ้า), Tri Anusonn Rd at Namuang Rd.. Walk the block and pick up whatever treats catch your eye, or grab a table at one of the restaurants and watch the market scene as you dine. Freshly juiced fruits, corn on the cob, squid-kebabs, fried chicken, saffron rice, pad Thai, sushi.
9.14340699.3228962 Night Boat Pier (ท่าเรือกลางคืน). A popular spot for tourists to eat and drink beer before boarding the night boat to Ko Tao or Ko Pha Ngan. Lots of food carts selling seafood and noodles and standard Thai fare at only slightly elevated prices. If you walk further down the road toward the bridge, you'll find fruit vendors galore.
9.15635999.3422063 Wonderland Night Market, Bang Kung, Muang Surat Thani, ☎ +66 64-652-2478. Daily 17:00-23:00. One of the newer night markets in town. Smaller selection of food compared to the other night markets like San Jao and Diamond, but has one of Surat's best beer gardens, sit-นี่.
9.10611299.3084124 Diamond Night Market, Pohkhuntale Road, Makham Tia, Muang Surat Thani (across the road from the Diamond Plaza Hotel). Open Monday and Friday nights. One of the largest night markets in Surat Thani. Good variety of food.
9.13553899.3423325 Kampan (กำปั่น), Amphur Rd. A garden like (street corner) setting makes Kampan a spot for a date. It's classy and expensive. Small menu, no juices or smoothies or anti alcoholics. Great choice of beer and whiskey. In the early hours modern music, Thai music, later live Thai band. Panang curry 160 baht. Green Curry 160 baht.
9.1452199.3562946 Zaab Eli Der 2 (แซ่บอีหลีเด้อ2), Chalokratt 24, Bang Kung, Muang Surat Thani, ☎ +66 95-412-9339 (mobile). Daily 10:30-22:00. This Thai Isan restaurant is located on a lotus pond. Indoor and outdoor seating. Menu is in Thai only but has pictures.
9.09330899.288897 BaanBonKhao ViewSuay (บ้านบนเขา วิวสวย) (A few hundred metres past Sky Koff), ☎ +66 99 364-3299 (mobile). On a hill, BaanBonKhao ViewSuay has amazing views of nearby mountains and the surrounding rubber tree farms. Has an extensive menu of Thai food including hard to find local specialties. Menu is in Thai only.
9.09330899.288898 Vanilla Cafe & Bistro, ☎ +66 96-635-9147 (mobile). Daily 10:00-23:00. Closest thing that Surat Thani has to "fine dining", along with Day & Night. Offers Thai, southern Thai, European, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese fusion dishes. Cheese fries 127 baht.
9.10617299.3286949 Day & Night Restaurant (Located in front of Nipa Garden Hotel on highway 401, west of Bang Yai intersection.), ☎ +66 86-571-9992 (mobile). Daily 07:00-midnight. Opened in 2016, Day & Night is Surat Thani's fine dining restaurant. Their drink menu is the largest in Surat Thani, offering beer (draught, cider beer, craft, imported), signature cocktails and shooters, wine (red, white, sparkling, champagne, rose), rum, liquor, single malt, Japanese single malt, gin, vermouth, vodka, whisky, and bourbon. Their menu includes pizza, salad, burgers, lamb, salmon, and Canadian lobster. Indoor and outdoor seating. Popular wedding venue. Canadian lobster 1,950 baht.
9.14039499.32211810 Jay Wa Wa (อาหารเจวาวา).
9.14677599.32795411 Jae Tom Vegetarian Restaurant (ร้านอาหารเจเจ๊ต้อม).
9.14404199.331312 Jay Hong Vegan Restaurant (ร้านอาหารเจ เจ๊หงษ์).
9.13563699.32851114 Surat Thani Vegetarian. Cafeteria style vegetarian restaurant with a nice garden ambiance. Selection of juices as well as free cleansing tea to go with your meal. Open since 2006.
9.14604299.3608315 Madube (ม๊ะดูบี), Chalokratt Road.
9.13632999.31840116 Bismillah (บิสมิลลาฮ), Muang Road.
9.18392799.36911317 Lamphu 3 (ลำพู 3) (Lampoo 3) (on the Tapi River), ☎ +66 77 286-995. Daily 10:00-20:30. Lampu 3 offers up some of the freshest seafood in Surat Thani. Giant river prawns, shrimp, crab, squid, cockles, fish, and Surat Thani's famous giant oysters. Menu in Thai and English.
9.15166499.33601718 Hashi Japanese Restaurant, Bang Kung, Muang Surat Thani, ☎ +66 77 284-888. Daily 11:00-21:30. One of the more expensive Japanese restaurants in town.
9.13403899.32574719 On-Zen Japanese Cafe, Donnok Road, ☎ +66 95 423-8186 (mobile). Daily 09:30-21:30. Formally MyCup Cafe, the building underwent renovations in 2018 and re-opened as On-Zen. This cafe serves Japanese food such as sushi, donburi, ramen, curry, as well as sandwiches, burgers, and salads.
9.15137299.33668520 2SISTERs Cafe, Bang Kung, Muang Surat Thani, ☎ +66 92 263-8838 (mobile). Daily 09:00-21:00. Specializes in cakes and Chazen boba tea. Same owners as Baan Cake.
9.14066799.36562221 Baan Cake (บ้านเค้ก the homemade lover), Highway 420, Makham Tia, Muang Surat Thani, ☎ +66 77 295-344, +66 77 295-053. Daily 09:00-20:00. Known for their young coconut cake.
9.1457399.36520122 69 Milk, Chalokratt Road, Bang Kung, Muang Surat Thani, ☎ +66 85-524-2248 (mobile). Daily 10:30-21:00. Specializes in Bingsu, a Korean shaved ice dessert.
9.14086299.32798823 Ice Cream Nam Choke (นำโชค ร้านไอศครีม), Off Chonkasem Road, Makham Tia, Muang Surat Thani, ☎ +66 77 281-207. Homemade ice cream with the option of a frozen egg on top. Famous in Surat Thani for decades. Flavours include: coconut, durian, strawberry, vanilla, coffee, and chocolate.
9.14846199.33490524 Yotse (ไอติมหม้อไฟยศเส), Amphur Road, Muang Surat Thani, ☎ +66 81-839-8262 (mobile). Daily 11:30-21:30. Ice cream served in a Thai fire pot (maw fai/หม้อไฟ) with dry ice added to give it a smoke effect.
Sizzler, 3rd FL. CentralPlaza. All you can eat soup, salad, pasta, and dessert bar. Also offers steak, grilled meat, and burgers.
Pizza Hut, 1st FL. Tesco Lotus.
Dairy Queen (DQ). 5 branches: Central Plaza (1st FL. and 3rd FL.), Tesco Lotus, Saha Thai, and Big C. Seasonal blizzard flavours include mango and sticky rice, green tea, Thai tea with jelly, and durian.
MK Restaurants. 2 branches: CentralPlaza and Tesco Lotus. Famous for their suki (hot pot) and roast duck.
S&P Restaurant, 3rd FL. CentralPlaza. Thai and Thai-style western dishes.
Chester's Grill, Tesco Lotus. Specializes in chicken dishes.
Black Canyon Coffee, CentralPlaza. Large menu offering sandwiches, salads, and steak.
9.14859899.3349322 Masuk Bar (มาสุข บาร์), Amphur Road, ☎ +66 88-760-8893 (mobile). Daily 17:00-00:00. Signature shots, cocktails, and fire shows. Also hosts the Surat Thani Teacher bi-monthly pub quiz on occasions.
9.13640399.32734 The Grounds Cafe & Hangout, ☎ +66 85-445-1516 (mobile). Daily 06:30-21:00. Contender for the best coffee in Muang Surat Thani, The Grounds lives up to its name as a popular hangout spot. Western style breakfast available. Fantastic milkshakes and smoothies. Price range = 60-70 baht for a latte.
9.09586599.2900545 Sky Koff, ☎ +66 91-526-5888 (mobile). A small café at Sky Hill Restaurant with beautiful views of the city.
9.07438399.330796 Kens. A small café overlooking the Khun Thale marsh offering excellent coffee and a Thai-Western menu. Owned by a Thai couple, Ken & Pop, who spent a number of years overseas in Australia. 75 baht for a latte.
9.12442699.3345997 Renovate Espresso Bar, ☎ +66 96-759-3659 (mobile). 08:30-17:30. A small dessert and coffee café with signature drinks flavours like navel orange, coconut, and charcoal. Navel Americano = 80 baht.
9.14210999.3237982 Ban Don Hotel (โรงแรมบ้านดอนโฮเต็ล), 268/2 Namuang Rd., ☎ +66 77-272-167. A place for really cheap and clean rooms, but for 300 baht, don't expect anything fancy. Most rooms don't have air-con or hot water and the entrance is through a shady looking restaurant. But, if you're looking for a place just to stay a night while passing through, it's pretty good for the price. 250-350 baht.
9.14418199.3255683 Myplace@surat Hotel, 247/5 Namuang Rd (Not far from Tapee Hotel, a couple of minutes walk from the river and night market). Single room, fan, toilet outside, start at 199 baht. Bath inside from 290 baht. Clean good-sized rooms. Free Wi-Fi.
9.14285299.3255624 Tapee Hotel (โรงแรมตาปี), 100 Chonkasem Rd, ☎ +66 77-272-575. The price differences range from fan to air-con and view. Bright entrance, staffed front desk, and short distance to the market and bus stations. The rooms are older, very clean, and the air-con worked quietly. Five minutes from the waterfront and night market. 450-550 baht.
9.14617699.3292095 Thai Rungruang Hotel (โรงแรมไทยรุ่งเรือง), Rungrueang Alley (Off of Talad Mai Road). Business hotel. Relatively nice, quiet, clean and good-sized rooms. Some have TV and hot water (probably just the air-con rooms). Wi-Fi available via username and password for 100 baht/24 hr. The hotel staff are very helpful and polite and speak enough English to answer your questions. Fan single from 280 baht, air-con double, 450 baht.
9.14156599.3225936 The Port Hostel by Suwatchai (220 m south of the Night Boat Pier), ☎ +66 86 595-4444 (mobile), e-mail: theporthostel@gmail.com. Opened in 2016. Less than 250m from the Night Boat Pier. Air conditioning in all rooms. Single 250 baht, double 450 baht, 6-person room 1,200 baht.
9.10742599.3088847 Journey Hostel (Across from Diamond Market), ☎ +66 62-216-6615, e-mail: journeyhostel.suratthani@hotmail.com.
9.13824999.3219628 Grand Thara Hotel (โรงแรมแกรนด์ธารา), 1/144 Donnok Rd (corner of Talad Mai and Donnok Road), ☎ +66 77-273-740-3, fax: +66 77 287185. 450-550 baht including breakfast.
9.10269199.3048379 100 Islands Resort and Spa (Outside city centre. If your taxi driver doesn't know where it is, he should know where Tesco-Lotus is. The hotel is near there.). Clean, spacious rooms. Wide range of facilities and amenities including air conditioning, minifridge in the room, a pool, spa, and restaurant on-site. 770-1,200 baht.
9.10266699.30382910 Princess Park Hotel, 19/19 Leangmuang Rd, ☎ +66 86 475-7780 (mobile). Muslim owned and operated. The only Halal hotel in Surat Thani. 600-800 baht.
9.1068799.30524611 [dead link] Diamond Plaza Hotel, 83/27 Sriwichai Rd, Moo 2 Makamtia District (on the outer edge as you enter from Phun Phin railway station), ☎ +66 77 277299. Reputedly the best hotel in town although on a dismal commercial stretch of road. 1,500-3,000 baht.
9.11222699.31448612 Naraya Riverside Resort (นารายา ริเวอร์ไซด์ รีสอร์ท), Si Wichai 21, Makham Tia, Muang Surat Thani, ☎ +66 77 603-201. Modern hotel that backs onto the river. Large outdoor pool, fitness center, and children's playground. 1,000-2,000 baht.
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Inductive reasoning in Zambia, Turkey, and the Netherlands Establishing cross-cultural equivalence
F.J.R. van de Vijver
Tasks of inductive reasoning and its component processes were administered to 704 Zambian, 877 Turkish, and 632 Dutch pupils from the highest two grades of primary and the lowest two grades of secondary school. All items were constructed using item-generating rules. Three types of equivalence were examined: structural equivalence (Does an instrument measure the same psychological concept in each country?), measurement unit equivalence (Do the scales have the same metric in each country?), and full score equivalence (full comparability of scores across countries). Structural and measurement unit equivalence were examined in two ways. First, a MIMIC (multiple indicators, multiple causes) structural equation model was fitted, with tasks for component processes as input and inductive reasoning tasks as output. Second, using a linear logistic model, the relationship between item difficulties and the difficulties of their constituent item-generating rules was examined in each country. Both analyses of equivalence provided strong evidence for structural equivalence, but only partial evidence for measurement unit equivalence. Full score equivalence was not supported
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When the monster set go on vacation, apparently, the place to be is Hotel Transylvania – the fictional haunt (pun intended) in the upcoming animated feature of the same name. The movie opens Sept. 28, 2012, and brings together a gang of ghouls – including the Frankensteins, the Invisible Man and the Werewolf clan – to the upscale getaway to party hard enough to wake the dead in honor of the 118th birthday of Dracula's daughter.
Some of the guests at the castle in Sony Pictures Animations' HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA.
But, of course, it's not a party till somebody crashes, in this case a decidedly non-supernatural dude who falls for the birthday girl. Cee Lo Green, who is showing up just about everywhere these days, gives voice to the Mummy in this new creature feature.
Other cast members in the PG-rated flick are: Adam Sandler, Andy Samberg, Selena Gomez, Kevin James, Fran Drescher, Steve Buscemi, Molly Shannon and David Spade.
Check out these clips – one providing a sneak preview of Hotel Transylvania and the other showing Cee Lo in the studio giving voice to the Mummy. It's a wrap!


Welcome to the Keystone Column. This week we look at mitigating risks: how procurement teams can prepare for crises in their supply chains. We look at the Dutch state railways use of Ireland to avoid tax, and the High Court confirms unsuccessful tenderers cannot avoid the strict time limits under the Community Remedies Regime. We also include news about the launch of Keystone Procurement's latest procurement white paper this week! As usual, we conclude with our weekly list of current Irish public tenders.
A key case was decided recently in Ireland with respect to appealing a tender award decision. While there are technical aspects to the case, at its simplest, unless an award decision is appealed within the statutory standstill period, ten days after the award decision is made, companies cannot avail of the remedies directives and seek to have the decision set aside.
Return of the Irish-Dutch Sandwich?
Criticism has arisen in the past week for the Dutch state railway company. They have incorporated in Ireland for tax efficiency purposes. While it has been very common for private entities to use Ireland as a base to minimise business taxes on profits, it is unusual for branches of a foreign state to do this, especially outside the financial services sector. While the railway company has long had a presence in Ireland for tax efficiency purposes, the Dutch finance minister signalled its wind down more than two years ago. Since then, the State company set-up a new company in the IFSC which is leasing trains to the company in wind-down which charges the Dutch company for use of its railway assets. The Irish rate of corporation tax is half that of the Netherlands. As the right to operate the railways is given to the State railway company without competitive tendering, it is easy to see why the politicians are concerned. Prima facie grounds for legal challenges to this arrangement seem to present. Regardless of the legality and position with respect to competitiveness, it seems likely that politics will overtake this situation.
The old maxim 'fail to prepare, prepare to fail' is at the heart of good risk management. Where specific risks can be identified, its more than prudent to put in place mitigation plans. Even when we are unclear of what might trigger a crisis, with some thought its very possible to determine what the impacts of a crisis might be. In procurement, continuity of supplied can be threatened by a myriad of reasons such as logistics failures, missing documents and missed deliveries.
Understanding the businesses's priorities and financial strategies so that risks can be identified. Suppliers and procurement practices must be a good fit for the businesses way of working.
Knowing the supply chain, who the suppliers are and what their challenges are, can flag potential risks. Its important therefore, to map out your supply chain and their importance to your business. Then communicate with them regularly.
Should you determine that a given supplier is creating a potential risk, take the time to put in place a second source in case of disruption to supply.
Keep on top of trends and issues in procurement. Its also likely that there are international elements to your supply chain, so staying informed of international news is critical to becoming aware of potential issues to your suppliers.
If the worst happens and a crisis occurs, then the first step is to analysis the situation, confirm the facts at hand and that an emergency actually exists. Work with the effected supplier(s) to establish when and how supply can be resumed. Armed with a complete view of the situation you can then find an alternative source while communicating with stakeholders on progress towards resolving the problem!
We are launching our procurement white paper this week. This paper outlines the approaches to procurement that are taken by buyers in the private and public sectors. We explain the purposes and approaches used by buyers and what they mean for suppliers. Suppliers can improve their chances of success in contests by reading our paper and preparing themselves for the kinds of contests that best suit their companies skills and abilities.
Download our procurement-white-paper by selecting this link.
Please note, e-tenders often has public procurement opportunities incorrectly categorised so people relying on e-tender alerts could easily miss out on opportunities if they are dependent on it. E-tenders is only as reliable as the people inputting tenders and mistakes are made very frequently. The Keystone Column includes all live tenders posted on e-tenders that have five or more days until their deadline as at May 11th 2017.


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There are many wedding venues and event spacse for those looking in Davie and West Broward County. Unique wedding venue options, as well as those for corporate events, birthday parties, and community events, can be held at some Davie wedding venues that have character, charm, and are sure to delight every crowd and taste. Depending on the type of Davie Wedding Venue you are looking for in Davie or West Broward, you will find there are numerous options to choose from. Corporate events can be held at Bamboo Gallery, while a Davie venue wedding has numerous options. Some of the more popular venues include the Old Davie School House, Living Sculpture, and Robbins Lodge.
Bamboo Gallery offers event space that is ideal for everything from children's and adults' birthday parties to providing a unique wedding venue. This Davie wedding venue offers beautiful grounds that are sure to create a magical experience, including a clean and upscale bar for wedding receptions. Another Davie wedding event space that gets great reviews is the Old Davie School House, which has restored facilities, offers indoor and outdoor event space, and offers a historical touch and atmosphere.
Robbins Lodge is a South Florida charmer that tops the list of many people looking to have a Davie wedding. Their event space offers Old South charm, with guests being greeted by upscale iron gates, fountains, and 300-year-old stained glass on the door. The unique charm of this event space is perfect for a Davie wedding venue, corporate events, anniversary parties, and other special celebrations.
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How High Is The Bar? - Most people don't part with their money easily. So if you want someone to buy your product or invest in your endeavor, you need to make a pretty compelling argument. Often, utility staff members expect policy makers to easily trust that their rate-increase proposals are necessary. This is an unreasonable expectation. When it comes to money, trust never comes easy. Investment proposals must meet a high standard, characterized by extraordinary clarity and highly-relevant information. The foundation for trusting a specific proposal is the utility's brand (or trust in the organization). No proposal is compelling if it comes from someone you do not trust. But a strong organizational brand must be accompanied by a strong case for investment. For water-utility managers, the bar is especially high because policy makers often feel uneasy about the consequences of supporting a rate increase. Furthermore, they and their constituents typically have preconceived notions about the efficiency of government organizations and government spending. Clearly, a compelling argument needs to be so clear and meaningful that it displaces current thinking and ideologies. This allows policy makers to fully appreciate the logic of the proposed investment.
What Doesn't Belong? – Technical, financial, or any other facts that don't make a relevant point or clarify the argument for investment.
How Should It Feel? - Policy makers should feel "compelled" to support the investment. More specifically, they should get a strong sense that voting no will be difficult to defend. A compelling argument exposes a "no" vote as being motivated by things other than meeting the utility's operational and financial needs.
What Do The Results Mean? - A vote that tracks political-party lines or ideological beliefs means that the argument was not compelling. Therefore, the standard for a compelling argument is a unanimous decision, despite the fact that this is not always achievable (especially with large governing bodies). However, the unanimous-decision standard is suitable because it encourages the utility's staff to take responsibility for the result, and continue to improve their planning and investment proposals.


Guess who's No. 1 in Pac-12 football attendance?
By a wide margin, Washington leads the Pac-12 Conference in home attendance.
Not surprising -- Husky Stadium, once it was remodeled, became the league's finest facility for comfort, sightlines and overall scenery.
Plus, having a championship-caliber football team doesn't hurt.
There were just a few pockets of open seats, even with the late starts on cold Northwest nights, over the past two weekends.
On Saturday, the Huskies go to the league's second-most populated Pac-12 stadium, which won't be all that impressive or intimidating. In fact, it will be sort of sad.
The Bruins are filling just a little more than half of the Rose Bowl.
Nothing says bad football like a half-empty football stadium.
The Coliseum must seem downright cavernous now that there's nobody sitting in half of it.
Hey, if you want your pick of seats, head for Pullman.


Vasu Raja is responsible for managing revenues in American Airlines' $8.5 billion in international business. In 2012, he led a strategy to improve the company's international revenues, which resulted in the best international revenue performance in more than a decade. Prior to this role, Raja was the managing director of corporate planning, where he oversaw the company's fleet strategy, long-term planning and route profitability analysis. Raja led the planning and negotiations of the largest aircraft order and financing transaction in the history of the airline industry. He also led the development of a long-term plan that became the foundation of American Airlines' restructuring plan. Raja started his career in passenger sales, and has held roles of increasing responsibility in the sales and marketing, finance and planning departments. Before working at American Airlines, he was a corps member in Teach for America. While living in Baltimore, Md., Raja raised money to start an after-school education.


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Kevin Whiteman
Gretta Vosper, the "pastor" who denies God Almighty. (Facebook)
There's an old joke among Christians who take their Christianity seriously that so-called "Progressive Christians" consider Jesus to be the world's first great social worker. But from the teachings of Canada's Gretta Vosper, that's pretty much all God the Son really is.
Catholics who take their Catholicism seriously were stunned and disgusted when Pope Francis accepted a hammer and sickle crucifix from Bolivia's Marxist leader, Evo Morales. Anglicans who practice their faith with a sincere heart were shocked to find out that one-in-fifty Anglican clerics in Great Britain believe "God is merely a human construct."
Now there is an instance where the largest Protestant Christian(?) denomination in Canada, the Canadian United Church, has quite the dilemma on their hands. As it turns out, one of their more recognizable ordained ministers denies the existence of God.
As Thomas Williams of Breitbart.com has recently reported;
The pastor of West Hill United Church has found herself in the middle of a firestorm ever since she came out publicly as a disbeliever, raising the question of just how far this big Christian tent can stretch.
Progressive Christian churches that have adopted inclusivity as their defining virtue find themselves ill-equipped to oust a member, even when that member has overtly rejected the fundamental tenets of the faith.
Ordained in the Canadian United Church in 1993, the Rev. Gretta Vosper slowly began doubting the truths of Christianity until she found herself an avowed atheist, denying not only the divinity of Jesus Christ but even the notion of God altogether. All this time, however, she continued to lead her church, deemphasizing questions of the supernatural while stressing community based on secular values of inclusiveness and compassion.
Reports suggest that the 58-year-old pastor has a "loyal following" at her Protestant congregation in suburban Toronto, which she describes as a good fit for nonbelievers "looking for a community that will help them create meaningful lives without God."
Meanwhile, however, even in the liberal United Church of Canada, members have begun to question the suitability of a church leader who denies God's existence, especially when her resistance to faith seems to border on provocation. Vosper has announced that it is time that the Christian church gave up on "the idolatry of a theistic god."
Members of the flock have expressed their consternation in a variety of ways, wondering aloud how a declared atheist can be allowed to lead a confessionally Christian congregation.
"My understanding is that the United Church of Canada is a 'Christian' church based on the teachings of Jesus Christ," Pamella Fell wrote on a United Church website. "Why, why, why is she still with the UCC if she isn't a Christian?"
A columnist in the Toronto Star even suggested that a Christian church sponsoring an atheist minister is like "Alcoholics Anonymous hosting a pub crawl."
In the face of the uproar over this glaring contradiction, a special committee of the Toronto Conference of the United Church has finally taken action, and earlier this month requested that the Church's General Council conduct a formal hearing of the case.
"In our opinion, she is not suitable to continue in ordained ministry because she does not believe in God, Jesus Christ or the Holy Spirit. Ms. Vosper does not recognize the primacy of scripture, she will not conduct the sacraments, and she is no longer in essential agreement with the statement of doctrine of The United Church of Canada," the divided committee said in its report.
And still the United Church, which prides itself on its inclusiveness, is treating the matter gingerly, reluctant to declare anything off-limits.
"At the heart of the concerns being raised is a tension between two core values, both of which are central to our identity as United Church. The first is our faith in God. The second is our commitment to being an open and inclusive church," wrote the Right Reverend Jordan Cantwell, head (moderator) of the United Church of Canada.
The crux of the matter seems to be that for a church that has progressively embraced every aspect of secular culture, it has become hard to say "no" to anything. With a wink to the Bible, the United Church has accepted abortion and same-sex marriage and divorce and female ordination and openly gay ministers. But atheism seems a bridge too far.
In other words, for the United Church, it's all right to "mold" your idea of God so that he (or she) can approve of homosexual sex and trangenderism and killing babies in the womb, but please don't deny the divinity outright.
Then again, for Canada's largest Protestant denomination, perhaps atheism is the greatest "protest" of all. "For some," wrote Rev. Cantwell, having an atheist minister "is simply a natural extension of our commitment to be an open, inclusive, and questioning church," adding that "diversity in our church has been and will continue to be a source of strength."
"It's tough on the United Church because we've created this mantra of inclusiveness and now it's been tested," said the Rev. Don Schweitzer, a professor of theology at St. Andrew's College in Saskatoon. "It goes against the grain to tell somebody that you have to leave."
Just as a for instance of how much Christianity has been scrubbed from West Hill United Church, there is no Bible Study offered. However, their official website does note that there is Book Study. As cited;
On January 11, 2013 we began looking at Justice: What's the Right Thing to Do? by Michael Sandel. Click the Justice Book Study page for resources and to follow along. Check out the Justice blog to continue the conversation.
Also seen on Miss Vosper's Facebook page, she's seen fit to take it upon herself to change the words of Sacred Writ to fit her own agenda.
As correctly translated, the Old Testament's Book of Josue, 24:15 states: "But as for me and my house we will serve the Lord."
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