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		<title>Stag Party Ideas And How They Have Changed</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 09:35:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Mariko Conisuellian</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The typical stag party usually consist of half naked women and lots of booze. The best man usually plans the groom-to-be's stag party to celebrate his last night of single life. Over the years men have been to so many of the same parties with strippers, beer, and pizza that it has become repetitive and even boring. Many men are looking for new stag party ideas.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The typical stag party usually consist of half naked women and lots of booze. The best man usually plans the groom-to-be&#8217;s stag party to celebrate his last night of single life. Over the years men have been to so many of the same parties with strippers, beer, and pizza that it has become repetitive and even boring. Many men are looking for new stag party ideas.</p>
<p>There are many different ideas available to the men racking their brains for something different to do at the stag party they are planning. How about instead of loud music, strippers, pizza, and beer you try planning something relaxing. Sometimes the groom-to-be just needs some quiet time with his close friends. Try renting a lake house for the weekend complete with grilled barbecue, beer, and lots of fishing.</p>
<p>If the groom-to-be is not much of a fisherman then try planning something around his interest. If he is a golfer you can plan a golf weekend. Take a trip some where that has great golf courses and spend the weekend golfing on different courses. If he is a sports fan you can plan a trip to see his favorite team play a game.</p>
<p>There are limitless ideas for stag parties, all it takes is some imagination on your part. If the groom-to-be is an adventure seeker then try planning a weekend with white water rafting, bungee jumping, or deep sea fishing. Some men enjoy playing poker, if the groom-to-be is one of these men then plan a poker tournament.</p>
<p>Which ever they decide to do they are spending more time bonding and less time doing things that they can&#8217;t even tell their children about. They are pure and wholesome memories that can be looked back on forever without regret and loving every minute of it.</p>
<p>Last thing to remember is not to make plans for you but for the groom. Do your homework and ask around to find what it is that the groom loves to do. If you need some help you may ask the bride. One would hope if she is about to marry the man she knows what he enjoys. Just a little imagination and information and you can come up with the best stag party ideas ever.</p>
<p>When you are searching for great <a href="http://www.sportingtargets.co.uk/content/stag-and-hen-parties">stag party ideas</a>, you have found the right place. There are multiple activities and fun available when you get create using <a href="http://www.sportingtargets.co.uk">stag party ideas</a> that are unique.</p>



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		<title>The Origins of Aikido</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:45:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rhys Jones</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The term 'Aikido' is created by the grouping of three characters in the Japanese language. 'Ai', which signifies 'joining'; 'ki', which means 'spirit' and 'do', which means 'way'. These three words actually encapsulate the essence of Aikido as a type of martial art: 'the joining of the spirit to find the way'. It was only in the period from 1930's to the 1940's that the name Aikido was formally accepted as the name of this martial art variety.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The term &#8216;Aikido&#8217; is created by the grouping of three characters in the Japanese language. &#8216;Ai&#8217;, which signifies &#8216;joining&#8217;; &#8216;ki&#8217;, which means &#8217;spirit&#8217; and &#8216;do&#8217;, which means &#8216;way&#8217;. These three words actually encapsulate the essence of Aikido as a sort of martial art: &#8216;the joining of the spirit to find the way&#8217;. It was only in the period from 1930&#8217;s to the 1940&#8217;s that the name Aikido was formally accepted as the name of this martial art variety.</p>
<p>Aikido uses methods that do not seriously injure or kill not like different types of martial art. The movements and skills being taught are just intended to divert attention or immobilize attackers. This is perhaps the explanation why most people prefer Aikido, because of its concentration on peace and tranquility as opposed to violence and conflict. In deed, Aikido teacher, Morihei Ueshiba, believes that to have power over hostility without causing any injury is the art of peace.</p>
<p>Ueshiba, who is also called Osensei, which means &#8216;Great Teacher&#8217;, developed Aikido from the doctrine of Daito-ryu aiki-jujutsu. He incorporated the techniques of the &#8216;yari&#8217;, the spear; the &#8216;juken&#8217;, the bayonet; and the &#8216;jo&#8217;, which is a short quarterstaff. But what ultimately distinguishes Aikido from other kinds of martial art is the fact that its practitioners can strike while empty-handed. Proponents need no arms for their defense.</p>
<p>As a small child, he was much into physical fitness and conditioning. This was because of his vow to avenge his father&#8217;s attackers. In due course, his studies and activities brought him to the discipline of the various martial arts. He studied many of them. He even has certificates for fencing, fighting with spears, etc. He has learned it all. This is possibly the explanation why Aikido is such a diverse and multi-disciplinary kind of martial art.</p>
<p>Yet despite his knowledge, he remained discontented. He felt that there was still something lacking. It was then that he turned to the religions. He studied under a religious guide, Onisaburo Deguchi of the sect named Omoto-kyo in Ayabe. Deguchi trained him to take care of his psychic development. He then pooled his spiritual beliefs and his mastery of the different martial arts and Aikido was formed.</p>
<p>His relationship with this fascinating spiritual leader Deguchi also smoothed the way for his introduction to the elite political and military people as a martial artist. Because of this relationship, he was able to found Aikido and even pass on his teachings to students, who have, in turn, created their own methods and techniques in Aikido.</p>
<p>Aikido is a blend of the diverse styles of jujitsu as well as some of the methods of sword and spear fighting, of which Ueshiba was an expert. To get an general idea, Aikido combines the joint locks and throws of jujitsu and the movements of the body necessary when fighting with swords and spears.</p>
<p>Oriental in origin, it was brought to the West by Minoru Mochizuki when he visited France in 1951. He introduced the Aikido techniques to students who were studying judo. In 1952, Tadashi Abe came to France as the official Aikikai Honbu representative. Then in 1953, Kenji Tomiki toured throughout the United States while Koichi Tohei stayed in Hawaii for a full year where he set up a dojo. Aikido then widened its influence in the United Kingdom two years after and in 1965, it reached Germany and Australia. At present, Aikido has centres all over the world.</p>
<p>If you want to know more about <a href="http://aikido.the-real-way.com">Aikido</a>, rush over to our web site now <a href="http://aikido.the-real-way.com">http://aikido.the-real-way.com</a></p>



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		<title>Thailand: My First Night in Pattaya</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 10 Jan 2010 11:35:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Owen Jones</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It was seven-ish and I was sitting in a pleasant-enough room overlooking the front entrance to the pub above which I had just moved in. The pub was the Pig and Whistle on Soi 7 in Pattaya. Across the lane was a large hole, which they were hoping to build a hotel in and next door to that, just opposite me, was a small bar with one lady sitting on a stool outside it. Not that there was a wall there, it was open on two sides. The Soi was nice and quiet, I thought. I also thought that I might go and sit in that little bar and talk to that lady, if my friend was late, because I would definitely see him arrive from two metres away, the width of the Soi.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It was seven-ish and I was sitting in a pleasant-enough room overlooking the front doorway to the pub above which I had just moved in. The pub was the Pig and Whistle on Soi 7 in Pattaya. Across the way was a big hole, which they were hoping to construct a hotel in and next door to that, right opposite me, was a tiny bar with one lady sitting on a stool outside it. Not that there was a wall there, it was open on two sides. The Soi was nice and peaceful, I thought. I also thought that I might go and sit in that little bar and talk to that woman, if my friend was late, because I would definitely see him arrive from two metres away, the width of the Soi.</p>
<p>So, I went to the bar in the pub at 19:15 to await my friend who said he would arrive at 20:00. It was much busier than thirty minutes earlier but not noisy and I sat at the bar. The first thing a barmaid did was say hello, give me a menu and step back. I did not really want to eat, I only wanted a beer as I assumed we would be eating together later, but I wanted to read the menu anyway.</p>
<p>&#8216;A pint of Boddington&#8217;s&#8217;, I said. It arrived and the girl started laying a place for me. I tried to say that I was not hungry, but it was no good. Like in Spain, most people eat and drink at the same time. All the while the girl was smiling at me. Then she said: &#8216;You live upstairs? My name Charli. What you want to eat?&#8217;. So, I gave in and ordered something and rice.</p>
<p>&#8216;You first time in Thailand? You no can eat. Too spicy&#8217;, she said with a grin. &#8216;Oh&#8217;, I replied, &#8216;but I want to try. &#8216;I put only 50-50 for you&#8217;, she declared and went.</p>
<p>I battled my way through that meal and it took a Boddingtons and a bottle of water. Charli had been accurate, it was too hot for first-time foreigners and she had reduced the chilis by 50%. I have always heeded a Thai&#8217;s guidance on food ever since.</p>
<p>I changed seat to by the window to see what was going on as it was dark by 19:30 and I was curious. Within thirty minutes Soi 7 had transformed itself completely. I could see hundreds of ladies and tourists walking about. I wanted to go out and join in or at least sit in the quiet bar across the lane, but I&#8217;m ashamed to say that I was too frightened, so I sat put, rivetted to the Pig like a rabbit in a hunter&#8217;s flashlight.</p>
<p>My friend arrived on time and after we had been talking for an hour, he said: &#8216;Drink up, I have someone I want you to meet&#8217;. This was it, we were going into that mele. A waitress held the door for us and the noise and the heat were terrific. Particularly the noise. Every metre at least two or three girls would shout: &#8216;Hello, sexy man, you want a drink&#8217;. Trying to say no politely to each request was impractical, so I just stuck close to my pal.</p>
<p>Luckily, we only had about fifty metres to stroll and we sat down in another bar. My friend said hello to several ladies and then said, this a girl I have been going out with for some time. I was astounded as I had never heard him talk about her, ever. She was gorgeous, but could not speak English, so I sat in the tumult in silence. Not for long through, as my friend said, I have a blind date for you and he introduced another girl to me who was equally beautiful, but with whom I could speak a little. She was captivating and I was captivated. The tumult seemed to die away, but it was only because I was concentrating on my new friend. The four of us had the best time and the best food I had ever had in my forty-nine years of existence.</p>
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