An Abstract Medium
It's our first time. We go to the airport early, before they open. We have to take a class first. It's a larger group than usual, they tell us. The…
BASE jumping
BASE jumping is without a doubt my favorite sport in the world. If I had to give up all other activities and keep only one, it would be BASE. The…
Son, Skydiving is Dangerous
"Middle age has finally arrived," I said to myself as I confronted a life insurance application form for the first time ever. But as I filled in the blanks and…
The Sky Is The Limit!
From the start you must understand that I am quite ruthless when it comes to achieving goals, which seems out of character for a person with cerebral palsy or any…
Driven Wild Boar Hunting – Lithuania
Shoot : This is a 15% discounted package we have negotiated on your behalf. We can arrange for small groups or individuals looking to take guns up for this shoot…
Hunting in Sweden
Moose tracks in the moss or hare-hunting in newly-fallen snow. Duck-hunting by the lake as the sun sets. Pointer dogs at work in the autumn-speckled mountains. Hunting offers the hunter…
The Complete History of the Discovery of Cinematography – Part 2 – A Brief History of Pre Cinema
Cinematography is defined simply as the illusion of movement by projecting in rapid fashion, many still pictures. Also known as motion pictures, movies or moving pictures, cinematography is a product…
The Complete History of the Discovery of Cinematography – Part 3 – A Brief History of Pre Cinema
The Phantasmagorie In English this theatrical phenomenon was known as the Phantasmagoria. There were as many professionals at it as there were itinerant travelling showmen with their lanterns. One of…
Traditional Japanese Music – The Christian Era and Tokugawa (1549-1867)
The shakuhachi is a kind of bamboo recorder with a blowing edge and four fingerholes; it has a generally appealing mellow tone. It is naturally curved, long, thick, low-pitched, and…
DVI and HDMI Video Connections
During the next few months, many manufactures will release new consumer electronic products with DVI (Digital Visual Interface) and HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) connectors. DVD players, cable/satellite set-top boxes…
Treating Emotional Allergies In Pets And Their Owners
Although contested by some, it is obvious to those who live with and love animals, that animals have emotions. Animal emotions can be considered in the same categories as those…
The Bamboo Cage Bar in Malta
Seven O'clock in the evening is a good time to head off up the road and find a nice place to relax in with a beer to hand. Our ship…
Lindows 4.5 Developer Edition Review
Rating System This is my first review of any kind. I consider myself very comfortable with Linux but not an expert. Please remember this review is my personal opinion and…
A small distro that solves big problems
If you've ever needed a functional Linux setup that is portable and runs the same way on any hardware, read on. Knoppix packages a specialized and highly useful Linux distribution…
Traditional Japanese Music – Buddhism to the end of the Nara Period
The coming of Buddhism brought numerous new instruments and liturgical chant; immigrants from countries such as Korea, China, South-East Asia, and India included acrobatics, instrumental concerts, and solo performances. Buddhist…
Traditional Japanese Music – Heian Period (794-1185)
Gagaku was the music performed for the nobility and upper class at Court. It's divided into three categories: original foreign music, pure Japanese music, and combinations of the two. The…
Traditional Japanese Music – Kamakura and Muromachi (1185-1573)
Buddhist musical instruments are divided into eight categories: metal, stone, silk, bamboo, leather, clay, horn,and wood. The metal instruments include, shoku (a large bell), hachi (large bronze cymbals), myo (large…
Understanding the Sport
Aerodynamics A modern Formula One car has almost as much in common with a jet fighter as it does with an ordinary road car. Aerodynamics have become key to success…
The Complete History of The Discovery of Cinematography – Part 1
This subject has a rich history attached to it. In order to understand the full discovery and development of moving pictures, we must study the various elements of not only…
Types of Motorcycles
Back when motorcycles first started, they were designed to be used on several different platforms. With little adjustments to the suspension or engine you could turn your regular street cruiser…