This guy is the lead singer in The Killers, and I think it's safe to say he qualifies as my 3rd husband.
Wednesday, 20 November 2013
Odd Jobs Profile - Mermaid, or Merman
When you were little did you ever want to be a Mermaid, but you knew it was impossible so you gave up your life long dream? Well this job sounds perfect for you!
You would work in water parks or resorts. Basically all you do is learn a choreographed underwater synchronized swimming routine while you smile, gracefully swim and lip sync words to disney songs.
Pros:
To Qualify as A Mermaid:
You have to know how to swim (duh, what's a mermaid if it can't swim..). You have to have SOME, not a lot but a little bit of acting experience. You must be able to hold your breath for 2 minutes of longer!!
Training:
You have to train on the job for a year. Training includes, learning and memorizing song lyrics, learning and memorizing synchronized swimming routines UNDERWATER, how to hold your breath for 2 minutes or longer, how to act graceful happy and like a mermaid. You have to be able to pose for pictures with people. Also you would need some acting experience and training. You have to be able to hold a 15-20 pound costume and still swim gracefully.
Hourly Wage:
Pay for these actors is usually $17.44 per hours, pay can vary depending on where you work.
So I pretty much think this would be the best job in the world, after all the hard training it would be totally worth it. You would get rock hard leg muscles from keeping that 15-20 pound costume on for like 30 minutes and you could feel what it feels like to be Ariel, The Little Mermaid. Isn't that what every girl wants?
You would work in water parks or resorts. Basically all you do is learn a choreographed underwater synchronized swimming routine while you smile, gracefully swim and lip sync words to disney songs.
Pros:
- You can be a mythical beautiful creature, just like Ariel
- You can build up extremely strong lungs from holding your breath for so long
- You can make little girls and boys dreams come true because they would get to see a REAL LIVE MERMAID!!
Cons:
- You might pass out once or twice while training
- The water you are in for usually 30 minutes at a time is freezing cold
- You have to remain in character no matter what, EVEN IF YOU CAN'T BREATH!! (:
Mermaid/Merman
To Qualify as A Mermaid:
You have to know how to swim (duh, what's a mermaid if it can't swim..). You have to have SOME, not a lot but a little bit of acting experience. You must be able to hold your breath for 2 minutes of longer!!
Training:
You have to train on the job for a year. Training includes, learning and memorizing song lyrics, learning and memorizing synchronized swimming routines UNDERWATER, how to hold your breath for 2 minutes or longer, how to act graceful happy and like a mermaid. You have to be able to pose for pictures with people. Also you would need some acting experience and training. You have to be able to hold a 15-20 pound costume and still swim gracefully.
Hourly Wage:
Pay for these actors is usually $17.44 per hours, pay can vary depending on where you work.
So I pretty much think this would be the best job in the world, after all the hard training it would be totally worth it. You would get rock hard leg muscles from keeping that 15-20 pound costume on for like 30 minutes and you could feel what it feels like to be Ariel, The Little Mermaid. Isn't that what every girl wants?
Tuesday, 19 November 2013
My Inspiration
To me, one of the most inspirational people in the world is Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela.
During Nelson Mandela's years of university he became very aware of the racism that non-white people faced, and so in 1943 he made the choice to join the ANC (the African National Congress) and very actively take part in trying to stop apartheid. Whenever the ANC would protest they would never have any intention of anyone getting hurt of injured.
In 1956 156 members of the ANC including Nelson Mandela were arrested, and tried for treason. After a while the ANC was banned by the government, even after it was banned Nelson Mandela stayed in the ANC.
In 1963 Nelson was put on trial again for treason. But only this time, the state succeeded in convicting of trying to overthrow the government. Mandela was sentence to death, but was changed to life imprisonments.
During Nelson Mandela's time in prison he became very well known around the world, he was the best known black leader against apartheid. Since Nelson Mandela became so well known world wide, his continued imprisonment led to pressure for his release.
Nelson Mandela retired from being president in 1999.
A movie was made about his journey called, Mandela: Long walk To Freedom.
I am totally against racism and racial segregation , I believe that everyone is equally important and that everyone in the whole wide world no matter how they look, or what their race is, should have equal rights. I also believe that Nelson Mandela took a HUGE part in helping end apartheid in South Africa. He is very inspirational to me for all of his help, and work in trying and succeeding ending racial segregation. That is why Nelson Mandela is my inspiration.
Some Quotes From Nelson Mandela:
"I've learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear."
“For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.”
“As I have said, the first thing is to be honest with yourself. You can never have an impact on society if you have not changed yourself... Great peacemakers are all people of integrity, of honesty, but humility.”
Monday, 4 November 2013
Friday, 1 November 2013
Class Trip To Venice
Venice, Italy - Birds Eye View
Things To Do In Venice, Italy:
1. Go To The Palazzo Ducale, Tour a palace in venice opened in 1424, The palace was residence of Doge of Venice the ruler of the Republic of Venice.
PLAN:
At 9:30 we will be leaving to go to The Palazzo Ducale, and have a tour. The Tour is 1 hour and 15 minutes long.
Each Persons ticket for the tour will cost 14.00 euros.
2. Venice In One Day Boat Tour, a guided tour of all of Venice, PLUS a boat tour on the Grand Canal, we go from Piazza San Marco, all the way to The Rialto Bridge, we will get to see tons of Venice. Meet at St Mark's Square at 2:00 in the afternoon, The tour will be approximately 3 hours long, 2 walking, 1 boating. It will cost 88.00 euros each. See you there!
Some Of The Pictures from The Tour:
3. Museo di Storia Naturale (Museum)
Cost: 8.00 euros
PLAN:
Meet outside this Museum at around 1:30 in the afternoon, we will go for the tour, which takes approximately 2 1/2 hours.
Some Photos:
Flight and Hotel Information
FLIGHTS TO VENICE
Depart: 03:12pm
Arrive: 06:24pm
Saskatoon, SK (YXE) to
Minneapolis, MN United States (MSP)
Depart: 08:25pm
Arrive: 10:40am
Minneapolis, MN United States (MSP) to
Amsterdam, Netherlands (AMS)
Depart: 03:10pm
Arrive: 04:55pm
Next day
Amsterdam, Netherlands (AMS) to
Venice, Italy (VCE)
FLIGHTS HOME
Fri, Feb 28, 2014
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Saskatoon (YXE)
Depart: 10:00am
Arrive: 11:50am
Venice, Italy (VCE) to
Paris, France (CDG)
Depart: 12:35pm
Arrive: 01:50pm
Paris, France (CDG) to
Amsterdam, Netherlands (AMS)
Depart: 03:10pm
Arrive: 05:15pm
Amsterdam, Netherlands (AMS) to
Minneapolis, MN United States (MSP)
Depart: 09:50pm
Arrive: 12:11am
Next day
Minneapolis, MN United States (MSP) to
Saskatoon, SK (YXE)
Flight 8068 operated by ENDEAVOR AIR DBA DELTA CONNECTION
Economy Class
(on Canadair Regional Jet 900)
Total Travel Time: 21 hrs 11 mins
(All prices are in CAD)
Air Transportation Charges
|
CAD 20,184.00
|
6 Adults:
|
CAD 16,830.00
( CAD 2,805.00 total per person )
|
|---|---|
Fuel Surcharges:
|
CAD 3,354.00
|
CAD 1,195.92
| |
GST Tax (GST Registration No. RT0001121769566)
|
CAD 6.00
|
Canadian Air Security Charge
|
CAD 155.46
|
Airport Improvement Fees (AIF)
|
CAD 120.00
|
United States US Customs User Fee
|
CAD 70.68
|
United States US Federal Inspection Fee
|
CAD 90.00
|
United States US APHIS User Fee
|
CAD 64.32
|
United States US Security Fee
|
CAD 32.16
|
Netherlands Airport Security Charge
|
CAD 126.84
|
Netherlands Passenger Service Charge
|
CAD 118.68
|
Netherlands Noise Isolation Charge
|
CAD 35.52
|
Italy Security Bag Charge
|
CAD 12.60
|
Italy Embarkation Tax
|
CAD 72.30
|
Italy Security Charge
|
CAD 24.60
|
Italy Council City Tax
|
CAD 57.66
|
Italy Passenger Service Charge
|
CAD 8.70
|
France Aviation Civile Tax
|
CAD 110.52
|
France Passenger Service Charge
|
CAD 60.96
|
U.S. Passenger Facility Charge
|
CAD 28.92
|
Total payment due:
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CAD 21,379.92 *
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Hotels:
The Hotel we are staying at is called:
Hotel Corte di Gabriela
Is has been rater 4/5 stars
Hotel Amenities
Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!
General
- 24-hour front desk
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
- Total number of rooms - 10
- Number of floors - 3
- One meeting/conference room
- Multilingual staff
- Parking nearby
- Parking nearby (surcharge)
- Patio
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free Wi-Fi, Free wired high-speed Internet
Available in some public areas: Free Wi-Fi, Free wired high-speed Internet
Parking
Parking nearby, Parking nearby (surcharge), Offsite parking discounted rates available
Room Amenities
- Soundproofed rooms
- Air conditioning
- Direct-dial phone
- Minibar
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electronic/magnetic keys
- Welcome amenities
Dining
Recreation
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Accessibility
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the “Special or Accessibility Requests” section of “Trip Preferences” whenyou book your hotel.
This is a high class Hotel so the prices are very high also.
Per person: 20,540 dollars
Since there are 11 of us going, it should be a lot more.
We are leaving on November 30th 2013, and we come back home on February 28th 2014,
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