PLEASE SAY ANYTHING YOU WANT ABOUT IT, ALL I NEED IS YOUR OPINION SO THAT I CAN CONTINUE WRITING IF YOU THINK THAT IT IS GOOD.

THANK YOU IN ADVANCE
This story is about a girl, Kayden, and her long distance relationship with her boyfriend, of only a few months. Kayden a attends a all girls boarding school, Lauri Weather Girl's School, in Australia and her boyfriend, Rye, lives in America. No-one understands how they make it work but they do.

this chapter isn't really about the relationship, its more about getting to learn a little bit about Kayden

Chapter One.

I was running down the long hall to her room, tears of joy streaming down my face. When I made it to her – Amber, my best friend- door, I was shaking very badly, I stopped and wiped the tears off my face, there really was no point in that because she would notice that my eyes were red raw. I knocked on her door very quietly but still loud enough for her to hear, when she opened the door she noticed my eyes straight away.

"What's wrong?", she asked.

"Nothing", I replied.

"then why were you crying?", she was looking me straight in the eyes and that was when she noticed the redness of them.

"because I' m so happy Amber, oh so happy. I could dance and you know how much i don't like dancing", That wasnt the answer she had expected.

"why are you so happy? and what has made you so happy that your crying? ", Amber asked, not that she didnt like to see me happy.

She looked at me with a puzzled look on her face and I looked at her with the biggest smile on my face, i felt like my cheeks were bleeding. By this time we were in her room, sitting in her little cushioned area on the floor.

"Amber, I am so happy because…", I was cut off by the knock at the door.

Amber got up and answered the door, while i hid amoungest the cushions. it was Head Mistress Kockier, or as the students liked to call her Head Mistress Kocky.

"Lights out, miss Motley", Head Mistress Kockier said.

"Sorry Head Mistress" Amber said with a shaky voice.

"but before the lights go out. have you seen miss Lee?"

"No miss I havent seen her" Amber told her.

I knew lying to the Head of School was something Amber always did, but tonight Amber looked like she was about to say 'Yes I have seen her, she is in here with me.' and i have know idea why she looked that way.

"Thank You miss Motley. would you have any ideas on where she would be, she is not in her room?" Kockier said.

"No miss sorry."

Head Mistress walked away and Amber closed the door. That was my que to leave and g back to my own room, I quickly told her why i was so happy.

"I am so happy because, He is coming here, here to Australia!"

Amber looked at my with a look on her face that made me think she had no idea what I was talking about, she ****** her head to the right and raised her eyebrow. I couldnt explain to her what i meant, Kockier would figure that I was in her room soon enough, I had to leave. I gave her the 'I'll tell you in the morning look' just before I closed the door and ran back to my room.

I couldnt sleep so i got on my computer, he wasn't online but i left him a offline message on yahoo. it said.

"heyy babe

OMG OMG OMG OMG i cant believe your coming here, here to Australia.

I cant wait to see you in the flesh and not just a picture .

well i betta go to sleep

Bye Bye Bye Bye Bye Bye Bye Bye Bye Bye Bye Bye Bye Bye

xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo…

ILYSFM (i love you so freaking much)

TTYL."

After that i got into my pajama's and hoped into bed. I was so excited that i felt like i would never get to sleep but I did.

In the morning I went and had a shower, got dressed and when I was just about to get on the computer, I heard a knock at the door, it was Amber. I let her in and she sat on the bed while I turned the computer on. I went and sat with her while the computer started.

"Kayden I think I guessed what you meant by 'He is coming here, Here to Australia', do you mean that your dad is coming back and that you dont have to attend this **** hole of a school?". Amber asked.

"No, that's not what i meant by that. Your far off on why Im so happy." I said.

"then what?", she was more confused now.

"'He' as in Rye is coming here. He is coming to visit me. "

"OMG. really ?"

"Yes really, he even told me."

By this time we were sitting at the computer desk, signing into yahoo. We were in luck, he had signed in when we, well me, had signed in. We started talking straight away, we always did.

"Heyy babe" he said

"Heyy" I replied

"What ya doin?"

"nothing really, just talking to you because i just got up. LOL"

"LOL. Lazy are we? It's like 2pm in America, you like sleep dont you?"

"Nah im not lazy. and yeah i do like sleep but nothing is better than

OK, first, the idea has pontential, I would like to read more if avaliable.

For the English. I suggest you get on writerattention.dleex.net since most of the members there will give you better suggestions, but I'll be breif:

Knock off the – Amber, my best friend- and introduce her name by saying "I knocked on Amber's door" second, the word "door" seems repeated several times. third, watch the typos and don't use chat language like LOL in your work, it makes it sound un-professional.

But overall, you should keep writing!

Criticism Please.Note this is only one chapter of my story that I'm writing.plz tell me what you really think!?

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Friday, 18 March 2011, 10:42 am Press Release: canterburyearthquake.org.nz

National Christchurch MemorialService

This Friday in North Hagley Park,18 March, from 10.30am – 3.30pm.

The memorialservice will take place from midday. Full programme of the National ChristchurchMemorial Service [PDF 1.4 MB] [Scoop copy: christchurchorderofservice17mar22.pdf]

TheNational Christchurch Memorial Service offers people theopportunity to reflect on recent events and remember theloss of New Zealanders and citizens of other countries. International guests will also be able to pay their respectsfor citizens from their countries who lost theirlives.

The service will remind Christchurch of the supportit has from the rest of the country and the internationalcommunity. It also offers the opportunity to thank all thoseinvolved in the rescue response and acknowledge the effortsof all others who have contributed in working towards therecovery.

HRH Prince William, Prime Minister John Key, theGovernor-General Sir Anand Satyanand, the Mayor ofChristchurch Bob Parker and other dignitaries will also beat the service to pay special tribute to the people ofChristchurch and all families who have lost loved ones.

The service will be broadcast live on TV one and TV3 from12 noon and on Radio NZ from Morning Report onwards. Thisoffers not only the people of Christchurch, but New Zealandand international audiences the chance to pause, reflect andgrieve in the way they need to.

What will beincluded in the Memorial Service?

Friday 18 March2011 – North Hagley Park

People are asked to be gatheredat Hagley Park by midday (view PDF map of Hagley Park [Scoop copy:hagleyparkmemorialday.pdf]). Prior tothe formal service, there will be musical tributes includingperformances by well known Kiwi artists Dave Dobbyn, DameMalvina Major and Hayley Westenra, who will sing thenational anthem.

The Memorial Service officially begins at12.30pm. the service will be led by the Very Reverend PeterBeck, Dean of ChristChurch Cathedral and will include othercity church leaders. It will be opened by Ngāi Tūāhuririand include tributes from HRH Prince William, the Mayor ofChristchurch, the Governor-General, the Prime Minister andthe Leader of the Opposition. Music, prayers and readingswill also be part of the service.

Musical tributesbegin at 10.30am.

You are asked to be atthe service at 12 noon.

The officialMemorial Service begins at 12.30pm

Theservice will include a two minute silence, at 12.51pm.

The Memorial Service finishes atapproximately 2.30pm.

Music will followthe service and conclude at 3.30pm

For the fullservice programme see this Friday’s Press.

Pleaserespect that this is a smokefree andalcohol free event.

How do I getthere?

Arriving to the memorial service by foot,bus or bike will ease traffic congestion, however pleasestill allow ample travel time.

Bike orwalk

Limited bike racks will be provided at theend of the main Hagley Park bike path near Lake Albert. Youwill need to bring your own lock.

It is best to walk intoNorth Hagley Park from Harper Avenue or from RiccartonAvenue. Park Terrace and Salisbury Street walking bridgewill be closed. the Armagh Street bridge will be closed tovehicles and pedestrians.

Buses

Freebuses will be running on the day, with as many running aspossible. Buses will stop at two key stops – one onBealey Avenue and Hagley Avenue, and will also leave fromhere (View PDF map of Hagley Park [Scoop copy:hagleyparkmemorialday.pdf]). Fortimetable and route information about Friday’s busservices, please refer to metroinfo.co.nz or call 033668855.

If you need to come to the service bycar

Vehicle Parking

Free,limited car parking is being organised at two car parks inHagley Park.(View PDF map of designated parking areas[Scoop copy: parkinghagleyparkmemorialday.pdf]). Thecar parks will be open from 9am and are situatedat:

• North Hagley Park – enter off Riccarton Avenue(left turn only, heading east)

• South Hagley Park –enter from Deans Avenue (left turn only, headingsouth)

The usual car parking area for North Hagley Parkevents is NOT available (this is where the memorial servicewill take place).

Mobility carparking

People with mobility restrictions will bedirected to reserved car parking within the North Hagley carpark (off Riccarton Ave).

Roadclosures

There are no road closures in additionto the cordons already in place. Harper Avenue will be madenarrower but there will still be two way traffic. with thisin mind, please allow plenty of travellingtime.

Pick-up – drop-off

If you aredropping off and picking up family and friends, pleaseconsider carefully your agreed meeting place. Obviously youwill not be able to meet within the Red Zone area, and ifmeeting too close to the memorial venue, you may havedifficulty given the expected volume of vehicle andpedestrian traffic.

Taxis

There will bea drop-off and pick-up taxi area on Harper Avenue around theFendalton Road intersection.

What Do ITake?

The National Christchurch Memorial Serviceis a community and family event. please respect that atotal alcohol ban is in place, which willbe enforced by the police if necessary.

• Dobring a picnic lunch, drinking water and othernon-alcoholic refreshments. Limited water will be provided. please also bring your own bottle or cup wherepossible.

• Do bring rugs and cushionsto sit on.

• Do bring items to protectagainst the weather. the memorial service will go ahead rainor shine, so come prepared with an umbrella for sun or rainprotection, sunscreen, poncho and/or hat.

• Dobring a rubbish bag with you and take your rubbishhome. Volunteer services are stretched making it difficultto clear the park of litter quickly.

• Please donot bring alcohol.

What will be onsite?

Only limited toilet facilitieswill be provided. these toilets will be in theform of a movable toilet block, different to what issuitable for the communities in need. please be advised thatwe may not be able to provide the usual number of toiletsfor such an event.

Limited litter bins will be provided.but please take your rubbish with you when you go.

A largepolice and security presence will be on site. High-visibility police patrols around the rest of the citywill continue as normal.

Support from social agencies willbe available at the park on the day, based at the twoinformation areas.

St John will be on-site to providefirst aid assistance if required.

How Do I GetHome?

Firstly, please be patient and take carecrossing roads as you leave the park.

HomewardBuses

For timetable and route information aboutFriday bus services for your homeward journey, visit metroinfo.co.nz or call 033668855.

Homeward bound buses will leave from two existingstops:

1. On Bealey Avenue between Montreal Street andDurham Street for buses going to eastern or northernsuburbs.

2. On Hagley Avenue across the road from HagleyCommunity College for buses heading to the western orsouthern suburbs.

Shuttles will run between these twostops.

We ask that you be patient, considerate andbring everything you need to this event.

ENDS    

National Christchurch Memorial Service Info & Programme

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The Nipomo Titans water polo team continues to make school history.

With a 17-12 quarterfinals win over the Orange High Panthers in a game played at Garden Grove High School on Saturday, the Titans punched their ticket into the CIF Division 7 CIF Semifinals.

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In case of emergency.
Glock 21
Gerber Etool
4 season tent
Leatherman multitool
Ka-Bar Becker BK2 fixed blade knife
550 parachord 100 feet
Tarp
Nice sleeping bag
Self inflatable sleep pad
Warm clothes
Parka
Nice weatherproof boots
Rifle
Knife sharpener
12 gauge pump action shotgun
Ammo
Big backpack
Gerber back pack axe
First aid kit
Life jacket (not the best swimmer)
DryFit bags (waterproof durable bags)
Gerber back pack saw
Mini cooler
Mess kit
Ponchos
Matches
Lighter
Vitamins
Food
Military food bars
Water purification tablets
Water purifier pump *nice*
Alpalca wool trail socks extra durable
Hygene kit
Journal
Hand crank/batterie radio
Super glue
Batteries
Whistle
Trip wire
A few Nails
LED flashlight
Portable stove
Sanitation
Tea
Watch with alarm and calendar
Bug spray
Sun screen
Summer clothing
Shoe glue

I concur with the previous answers. there is no such thing as long-term survival, in my opinion, for most common situations. the inquiry should specify the intended location, conditions, and duration for the most accurate and, consequently, light-weight resolution. Refer to survival or backpacking lists and modify for particular anticipated situations. Go out for a weekend in a winter camping situation and discover the order in which you run-out of your survival items.

Too much repetitive gear, how you going to carry all that? How long do you want to be out an about and where? what brand? what model? specifics make a lot of difference as a general list your covering a lot of the essentials but missing a few depending on the who, what, where and when factors.

Here is a back packers checklist that is along the lines of genuine need verses a zombie apocalypse survival situation.
rei.com/expertadvice/articles…

check it below. amazon.com/Coleman-2000004124-PefectFlow-1-Burner-Stove/dp/B0009PUR5E%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAISJDSS4FGFKOAYFQ%26tag%3Dyan006-20%26linkCode%3Dsp1%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB0009PUR5E Gooooood luck (:

AMAZING! try the above link & have fun! inhut.info/12856/alarm-and-calendar

With out a cool level head, all the gear in the world is useless

flare
satellite phone
girl friend?
shotgun
claymore mines
gas mask
kevlar vest

Yadda, yadda, yadda.

How many times are you going to repeat post this same question? You're being disrespectful of the carefully thought-out answers people gave you a few weeks ago.

My answer is the same as last time — if you don't already know from experience what you need to survive for extended periods, feedback from strangers is not going to help you. You just need to get out there in the wilds for a few weeks and discover what works, what you shouldn't have bothered to carry and what you probably wish you had.

If you post this again I will report you to the mods for multiple nuisance posting.

ADDED: Hey, Mountain Man: "thank you kindly for the thumbs up. and mind yur topknot"

Yup, I may be a "nut job" but I can build a steady-burnin' fire on open ground in 3 minutes without a match and I can out-shoot most men.

Well as you can see by your answers many s just can’t grasp long term survival. It’s camping, hiking or call for help to them. They just can’t fathom the possibility of social collapse, you know the SHTF scenarios.
This big modern world has many believing that nothing could possibly come along that would turn things into long term survival. I find that interesting considering many nations have thermonuclear missiles aimed at each other. and if they fired them off it could well blow our modern infrastructure away and turn it to just living off what’s left of a nuclear waste land. or a large meteorite could impact earth taking most of humanity with it. or yet a massive solar flare could wipe out much of our modern technology. Then you add the real possibility of massive earth quakes and resulting giant tidal waves……
But that will never happen right?! Sure……..and I believe in the tooth fairy too! lol
What it is, is people live in denial. the earth has been struck by large objects before. some claim that’s what wiped out the dinosaurs. and no one can convince me a nuclear war will never happen with so many countries with war on their minds.

So I’m one of those who can see the real possibility of social collapse for one reason or another.

Here is a web site that has tons of information that would come in very handy IF the SHTF.
survivaltopics.com/survival/w…

One tip for you about guns; get one gun that will do the job and get into handloading ammo for it. That’s your main weapon. as for a gun to kill animals for food you cant beat a simple 22 rifle. 22LR rim fire ammo is cheap, light and although you cant reload it you can buy 500 rounds of .22lr ammo for the price of one 20 round box of most centerfire pistol ammo.
In my survival kits that I keep in my boats here in Alaska, I have a Savage combo rifle shotgun. It’s a 22 rifle over a 20ga shotgun barrel. I have been stranded on some islands near me for several days because of bad storms and that combo rifle/shotgun keep me fed with small game. the shotgun barrel can shoot birdshot, buckshot and slugs; covers all game animals.

I guess some folks don’t remember the boy scouts motto; “always be prepared”

One last thing. You need to learn survival skills no gun or anything on your list or any list can replace knowlage of these skills. I spent about 50 years mastering these skills. so I can make my own weapons and tools from rocks and other things in nature. I have gone off into the woods with nothing by the clothes on my back and survived over 6 months in an Alaskan wilderness. thats right no gear or knife; nothing. If you can learn that your list will be very short and if you loose your gear or if some one takes it you can still survive!

EDIT; Oh goody I got 4 thumbs down!
Don’t worry folks its not like there will be another Pearl Harbor, Hurricane Katrina, Twin Tower tragedy or a tidal wave like the one a few years ago that wiped out 20,000 people…..things like that never happen right? LMAO

I saw that you had put, "a few nails" You're going to need about a thousand nails to build a shelter to keep all this junk in. If you're in a survival situation, try to get found. If you're not getting found, follow a river downstream. I would almost bet that all rivers lead to civilization or a big body of water that will more than likely have some sort of civilized life there. If that doesn't work, set the woods on fire! That's get the attention of somebody! If that doesn't work, set more woods on fire!!!! good luck getting all your stuff out if you do decide to burn down the forest…

Whoa! You aren't going backpacking with this stuff are you? You pretty much described everything I have in my house except my guitar and dishwasher.

You listed a backpack – if you are truly packing all this gear in I think it's overkill. I know many people including myself who have hiked thousands of miles over the course of a few months with 25-35lbs without food. Never needed a gun, never had an animal attack – one close call with a moose (it was too close – gun would not have helped). I strongly recommend considering eliminating some of these items. the more you carry the more food and water you need to carry.

Map/Compass and maybe a GPS as a backup only.

I suggest a dromedary for hauling water and aqua mira water purification drops (Not iodine).You list that you are bringing a water purification pump – that's great – water tastes good with those, but they get clogged and are heavy. so I recommend the aqua mira instead (lightweight, taste is good).

Powdered drink mix – gatoraide, etc. This helps when the water doesn't taste so good.

If you are above the tree line and in the snow consider gators, water proof pants, and snow shoes (only if the snow is soft) – if you are high on the snow slopes an ice axe for self arrest and if it's icy consider 4 point crampons.

I always use leiki hiking poles. these have several uses and they may save your knees if you are packing all this stuff. They also help stabilize when fording rivers.

Why do you need a glock, rifle and a 12 gauge?

I've hiked a lot in the backcountry – right through Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, etc. and never had a situation where I needed a firearm. I hitched into town to resupply and treat myself to a burger and shake and do laundry. the firearms seem overkill unless you are preparing for moving off grid for a year.

Zip lock bags 1 gallon size and quart size are helpful
Camera?
Shovel
Heavy duty garbage bags (good for rain poncho and pack cover)
Some kind of device for making contact with the outside world (ie., compound fracture 10 miles from camp – may need some assistance)

If you are hiking in google "thru hiking" and "ultra light" or "lite weight" — I hiked 3,000 miles years ago and carried no more than 25 lbs without food.

Seems like you have some redundancy going on – not necessarily a bad thing depending on your goals and plan. Super glue and shoe glue can serve the same purpose.

MREs are heavy as you know – consider buying some stuff at the grocery store, removing the packaging and putting it in zip locks. I also like to have several stuff sacks for different items:
1) Food in one
2) Garbage in another
3) Toiletries in another

You'll need to hang your food to keep the critters out. I don't mean just bears, raccoons, mice, etc.

Your first aid kit is important. If you have any allergies that require an epipen I recommend bringing two. Pain killers (OTC and prescription). Steri strips, triple antibiotic ointment, stuff to fix your teeth in case something breaks, gauze pads, quick clot, maybe even a sam splint.

If you are in an area where there are ticks – I suggest you get a tick remover. Those buggers can get embedded without even knowing it and if you can't get the whole thing out you'll have to dig. the tick removers are helpful.

For your stove – I suggest getting a MSR Whisper lite — or similar where you can use regular gas instead of white gas if needed.

Two sets of clothes – one is for night after you clean up with wet wipes, the other is for hiking or working around your camp.

If you are out during hunting season, bring an orange hat at least and better yet a vest.

If you will be moving from camp to camp consider shipping some items home or to the next town that you will visit. for example, if it's hot during the day and warm at night you may not need alot of your gear. If there is no snow why carry an ice axe? just ship it general delivery to the next day stop c/o your name or send it home and have them send it back.

Good luck to you – Sounds like you are up for an incredible adventure.

In case of emergency?
What type of emergency are you considering?
These are all good items to have as long as you can get all this gear to where you need to go.
If this is going to be your BOL then I would suggest stockpiling your gear for a long-term situation.
I would suggest a good Wall Tent and Stove if long-term.
Trip wire? can be used for setting snares for game IMO.
Replace portable stove with a tent stove or a grill for a fire pit.
Make sure that you are prepared for this type of situation and can deal with the solitude.
You can survive for a long time in the mountains with the proper gear and knowledge.
I have spent 1 1/2-3 months at a time in the San Isabel National Forest camping.
There is nothing better than going 10-20 miles off into the woods away from E-1 and just being alone with nature.

Are these good Long Term mountain survival items?

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K-Swiss tennis shoes for cushion and stability

Article by Belinda Callin

The first K-Swiss tennis shoe debuted at the 1966 Wimbledon tournament. this shoe, the K-Swiss “Classic,” was the first leather tennis shoe, according to kswiss.com. “Shoe stability is one of the most important things on the court,” said Sam Querrey, world class tennis player in an endorsement video for K-Swiss, “it’s almost as important as the racquet.”Tennis Magazine’s editor’s choice, the Ultracendor, was designed with lightweight materials and continues as one of the most sold (men’s and women’s) K-Swiss shoes today; it also comes as a mid-rise shoe for extra ankle support.The K-Swiss Bigshot:Marcus Elliot, founder and director of P3 Sport Science Institute helped design and test the K-Swiss Bigshot, which released in 2010, and supports it as “one of the fastest tennis shoes” his institution has ever tested. He said it was tested on how fast an athlete can get out of a break and how fast they can move out of a split and is designed for lateral stability, protection from heat and cushioning.”We used all of our tools from biomechanics and from medicine to help these guys build a better shoe,” Elliot said in a product video. “We want it to feel more like a Ferrari and less like a Cadillac.”The Bigshot sole is designed in five layers. The outsole is AOSTA 7.0 high abrasion rubber with an outrigger for lateral stability. two GuideGlide layers, for supportive impact absorption, a propulsion plate in the forefoot for impact dispersion and quicker recovery time, and a Superfoam foot bed cushioning as the layer closest to the foot.The Difier-miSoul Tech:The Defier-miSoul Tech came out in 2009 and is known for its modular interchangeable soles designed to offer custom fit for different types of play. The shoe comes from the factory with two insole inserts, one designed for practice and one for competition. The Light 1.0 insert, for match days, is designed with forefoot thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) propulsion plate, an EVA 270 degree heel wrap for impact protection and Superfoam heel and mid foot cushioning for high energy return and a “springy feel.” The Cushion 1.0 practice insert features a TPU arch support and medial post for stability and a SI-18, long-lasting gel cushion. The traction of the miSoul comes from the tennis-specific herringbone tread pattern for multi court use and wraps up along the inside drag and over the toe for a longer lasting shoe. The bottom outsole has DragGuard zones under both the heel and toe.

Create your own K-Swiss:Customers can choose a variety of colors in men’s and women’s, tube and classic shoes at my.kswiss.com. The interactive feature of the page allows for preview as laces, stripes and shield change to a variety of selectable colors. K-Swiss tennis shoes continue to lead the market in foot stability and cushion. they currently supports world class tennis players Gael Monfils, Mardy Fish, Sam Querrey, and the Bryan brothers who most recently won their 10th Grand Slam Championship title and fifth Australian Open title.

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