Traveling Out Of Body
I can see the cops coming! They’re a good thousand feet away. I can clearly make out their uniforms and swinging nightsticks. How can I be seeing this?
I didn’t dare mention it to my fellow underage drinking mates lounging with me on the grassy knoll in the park. Am I making this up? Projecting it somehow into my vision? Forcefully, I shook my head back and forth in an effort to free my mind of its strange perception.
But the view of the two police officers remained in my sight, as they sauntered closer and closer to our drinking den. In fact, to my further astonishment, I saw a much wider perspective as I swiveled my gaze within the picture before me. I can see myself!
Frantically blinking my eyes open and shut trying to erase this impossibility, I still found myself staring at my own physical body on the ground next to my beer buddies. The place from which I was viewing was about forty feet in the air! As I shifted my attention to look at the looker, I saw an airborne body in the form of a luminous shimmer, much like a ghost is portrayed in a movie. Then, with the ease of a mere thought, I discovered I could shift my point of view from my physical body on the ground back to my ethereal light body in the air. Using my eyes in my subtle body, I surveyed the scene again from my perch in the air.
Am I making all this up? Do I want to impress my pals so much, I’m concocting an extrasensory perception to allow me to warn them of an oncoming bust? My frenetic self-questioning came to an abrupt halt as I heard one of the officers whisper to his colleague, “Do you hear that noise? There are some kids in the park.”
Whether I was conjuring my supernormal sight and hearing to court favor with my friends or not, I needed to act-and quickly. “Hey, guys, don’t ask me how I know, but there are some cops right up the street and they’re on to us. Let’s split.” My three inebriated friends and I quietly sneaked down the hill and out of the park under the helpful cloak of darkness. By a nanosecond, we successfully evaded detection as we heard the policemen slashing at the bushes with their billyclubs right behind us. A close call!
“Hey, how’d ya know the fuzz was there?” my buddy pressed me as we arrived safely back at our car.
“Uh, I just knew somehow. A guess, I guess,” I muttered, covering for myself as best I could under the circumstances.
“Well, a pretty good one, man. We’d be up the creek if they caught us. Thanks. You’re all right. We should have you around every time we go drinking.”
Ah, music to my ears. And so my young career as a drinking guard began!
My friends, at sixteen, were older than I but still under the legal drinking age of eighteen in New York State. I was fifteen and considered myself really lucky to be included in this older gang at a time of life when acceptance and belonging was paramount. And to have access to liquor through their connections was heaven for me.
I would do almost anything to please these guys and stay tight with them. I mused to myself, My newfound super-vision is coming in real handy. If we got busted for underage drinking, we’d all get grounded by our parents, not to mention getting in trouble with the law. I’ve got to keep this good thing going!
On that fateful night, my need for approval prompted me to keep expanding this burgeoning, new skill that I stumbled across in the line of necessity and opportunity.
As I played with my prowess as a night watchman for the gang, I realized I was doing more than clairvoyance, “clear seeing.” Each time I playfully sent myself out to scan the scene for police, I was having a bona fide out-of-body experience. I didn’t have a name for it then, but I sure knew I was doing it! I was right on the mark every time I called a cop alert. My skill was valued by the friends I valued. Literally, I was flying high!
Since my teenage discovery, I’ve continued to explore out-of-body adventures. And I always laugh in admiration when I look back on how God tricked me into developing my first natural spiritual ability.
(c)2004, Keith Varnum. All rights in all media reserved.
Drawing from the wisdom of native and ancient spiritual traditions, Keith Varnum shares his 30 years of practical success as an author, personal coach, acupuncturist, filmmaker, radio host, restaurateur, vision quest guide and international seminar leader with “The Dream Workshops.” Keith helps people get the love, money and health they want with his free Prosperity Ezine, free Empowerment Tape and free Coaching at www.TheDream.com.
Travelling Tips for New Year Holiday to Keep Healthy
It is the New Year now. In the New Year holiday, many people plan to have a travel outside to relax themselves. The weather in this holiday is so cold, so I will introduce some tips people should pay attention to in travelling.
Drink black tea one week in advance. Study found that drinking 500 ml of black tea every day one week before travel will stimulate the body to secrete 2-4 times of interferon more than usual, which can enhance the immune system and allow you not vulnerable virus caused by the common cold and hepatitis.
Prepare ample anti-hypoxia drugs. Irish researchers found that more than half of the passengers will have hypoxia symptom when they take planes. Hypoxia combined with dehydration, sedentariness and drying and other factors can induce a variety of diseases. So, it is suggested that travelers eat acetazolamide to increase the body’s oxygen metabolism two days before taking planes.
Eat protein before departure. According to the American Academy of Neurology’s theory, when people take vehicles, ear vestibule balance receptors in human body will stimulated and make people feel dizzy, nausea, vomiting and have other symptoms. Pennsylvania State University study shows that eating protein such as eggs and beef before takeoff could reduce nausea and other symptoms by 26%.
Drink bottled water outside. To travel in remote areas or underdeveloped countries, it is better not to the local water. Experts recommend you drink bottled water when traveling to avoid viruses and bacterial infection. Brushing teeth and cleaning contact lenses are better to use boiled water.
Remember to wash hands frequently. Experts think that washing hands frequently during travel is the best way to prevent various infections. If it is not convenient to wash hand, you can take a bottle of alcohol (content of 60% or more). In addition, do not touch poultry and wild birds, for they are highly susceptible to infectious diseases.
[Top]Belize City Resorts The perfect place to enjoy your stay!
Not as popular and crowded as other Caribbean destinations, Belize in Central America is still an unspoilt and a marvelous vacation choice. It is a relaxed, friendly and laid back place nearby to both Mexico and Guatemala with most of the population speaking English. This is an ideal holiday spot for honeymoon-goers, family outings and for individuals who need a break in-between hectic city lifestyle. It is relatively a cheap place to stay with many beautiful Belize City Resorts with comfortable accommodation and really delicious food. If you are more of a nature lover then you’ll surely love to stay at a Belize jungle resort in the midst of sweet smelling colorful flowers, beautiful birds and amazing wildlife.
Belize is home to many natural habitats and the scenic beauty is worth appreciating. There are innumerable natural sight-seeing spots that include coral reefs, rainforests, beautiful waterfalls, different types of sea life etc. Belize is simply a paradise on Earth, and a truly exciting place for adventure enthusiasts. Belize has something to offer to everybody. It also has an interesting historical background and archaeological attractions in the form of Mayan ruins. You can try out cave tubing and visit the mysterious Mayan caves in an inflated tube; an experience which you’ll not forget for a lifetime. Staying at a Belize jungle resort can provide benefits such as you can easily rush to the river for a swim, river rafting, kayaking etc. or go for trekking inside the jungles.
The weather in Belize is mostly hot and tropical the year round, so while packing your bags be sure to include shorts, t-shirts, and bathing suits. However, if you are travelling in the winter months you should take a few sweaters along. Getting to Belize is not a tough job; especially with so many websites, online booking options and reliable travel agents to book your flights and maybe your whole trip for you. You can also conduct a thorough search and book your rooms online for Belize City Resorts from the comforts of your home. The best time to go to Belize is from November to May or June. Belize is a beautiful little country with plenty to see and do. It’s perfect for people who are interested in beautiful wildlife, exciting adventures, experiencing a rich underwater sea world, and gorging on scrumptious food.
[Top]Traveling Nurses Make Nursing Jobs a Career Worthy of a Passport
Want to see the world, but still need to make a living in it? Aside from the French, very few of us are blessed with 6 weeks of vacation a year, and the small window of downtime we do get leaves little time for traveling. Nursing jobs, however, offer their own travel opportunities. With proper training, the right nursing degrees, and participation in the Traveling Nurses program, your nursing career is practically its own passport.
It works like this. Hospitals have constantly changing needs, and rather than rely on just a core staff, they hire traveling nurses who fill in for regulars for vacation, maternity or family leave, as well as sick days. Nursing jobs need to be constantly filled, so a hospital will hire traveling nurses with nursing degrees to fill in. You get a steady paycheck and a good job, but you get to see the world, or at least the country, three months at a time.
Nursing jobs are ideal for younger people who might not be sure where they want to launch their lives. Nursing degrees provide them the training for a career that is needed everywhere people get sick, so the job is always in demand. The traveling nurse program enables professional nurses to try out a number of different living areas while completing full time work and earning a steady substantial paycheck.
Don’t worry. It’s not like you get stuck in Kansas. In fact, great places to live like the Bay Area and Hawaii have a shortage of nursing jobs, so nursing degrees can be put to work while you live in some of the best places to reside in the country. It’s like a three month vacation, except that you have a job and get to be a tourist on your days off.
The other plus to the traveling nursing program are the tax breaks. These workers may have nursing degrees, but are taxed as migratory workers, meaning they don’t pay many of the substantial California taxes. These nursing jobs make California pay, but they aren’t heavily taxed as the rest of the sunshine state, which makes your paycheck significantly sunnier at the end of the day, not to mention the considerable tax refund check at the end of the year. Sign up. It’s kind of like the army in that you get to travel and check out the world, but better because you don’t get shot at.
Charles Keller is the author of this article on nursing jobs and nursing degrees.
[Top]Save Money At Egypt Hotels With An Off Peak Holiday
For holidaymakers who are seeking an enticing mix of culture, ancient history, awe-inspiring monuments and breathtaking landscapes all drenched in a warm desert sun, then Egypt is an obvious choice. Those concerned about getting value for money – and getting the chance to see these incredible sights away from the crowds – should consider a trip out of season. Peak season usually runs from mid-October through to mid-May, making the summer and autumn natural targets for out of season holidaying. There are plenty of Egypt hotels offering a range of discounts and special offers for guests who book during this time, meaning that your trip to the Land of the Pharaohs could turn out to be even better value than you’d hoped for.
Weather
The weather in Egypt is typically very warm in the summer months, especially in central places such as in Luxor and further south. The climate is also quite dry so you can usually plan on enjoying plenty of sunshine whenever you decide to visit. Sun protection, including a sturdy sun hat, is important when travelling to Egypt during any time of the year, but especially crucial during the summer months. Coastal resorts, such as Sharm El Sheikh on the Red Sea, will offer warm temperatures during the day, which are ideal for swimming in the sea, and then cooler nights – perfect for a stroll into town for a drink or two. Most resorts in the area have air conditioning, a necessity during the hot summer months. The night-time temperatures along the coast cool off rapidly, providing the perfect opportunity to visit night clubs, discos and restaurants.
Reduced Crowds
The summer months offer the chance to see the quieter side of mysterious Egypt as the families and crowds melt away. You can enjoy visiting the monuments, temples and pyramids in relative peace. Public transportation, such as buses or trains, tends to be less crowded, which allows you to travel more comfortably than during the peak season.
Off Peak Value
The hotels in Egypt are, of course, subject to the usual laws of supply and demand, so in the quieter summer months when they may have rooms going spare you’ll often find you can bag a great deal. They might offer special incentives, such as free nights or free meals. Or you can often negotiate good deals on guided tours, Nile cruises and other excursions since tour operators want to fill up the bus or train and are willing to offer great deals to tourists travelling in the summer. Make sure you compare rates to ensure you are getting the best deal possible. If booking a tour on-site, you can often bargain with the tour operator to obtain lower fares.