fimmtudagur, maí 31, 2007
Ilderarnir (fretturnar/merðirnir)
Ákvað að setja inn myndir af Silju og Leo því það er svo langt síðan ég setti myndir af þeim síðast hérna inn
..og þau eru svo sæt ;)
Leo að sníkja nammi.
Silja sofandi í ilderhúsinu.
Ákvað að setja inn myndir af Silju og Leo því það er svo langt síðan ég setti myndir af þeim síðast hérna inn
..og þau eru svo sæt ;)
Leo að sníkja nammi.
Silja sofandi í ilderhúsinu.
þriðjudagur, maí 22, 2007
Thailand í sumar
Jæja þá geta þeir sem hafa áhuga á því lesið hérna fyrir neðan um sjálfboðavinnurnar sem ég er að fara í í sumar! Fyrst förum við Sif í Soi Dog Rescue og svo held ég ein áfram og fer í Tiger Temple. Spennó spennó.. hlakka rosa til! Ég og Sif erum líka orðnar rosa spenntar fyrir að reyna að komast í einn trekking tour -þar sem oft er meet the tribes, elephant rides, bamboo river rafting, jungle walks o.s.frv. Svo langar okkur líka að komast langa helgi á ströndina eða enn betra einhverja paradísar-eyju ;) ..en þetta kemur allt í ljós! Við erum búnar að vera rosa duglegar að sækja um styrki fyrir ferðina og enn sem komið er erum við búnar að fá 4.000 DKK hver frá KVLs Jubilæumsfond, sem er alveg frábært!
En áður en ævintýrið byrjar þarf ég víst að klára skólaárið. Núna er ég í modul 1 (fyrri hlutanum) á minni braut (smádýr). Ég er núna í 3.vikna verkefnahópavinnu sem endar á prófi þar sem við flytjum verkefnið og svo spyr kennarinn hvern og einn úr. Þegar það er búið fer ég í 3 vikur að kryfja kjúklinga og í fiskifyrirlestra og kjúklingarnir enda með prófi (maður á bara að flytja "hópa"-fyrirlestur í fiskunum) og svo fer ég í rosa stórt próf í speciel patologi (meinafræði) 28. júní. Svo 1. júlí THAILAND here we come veiiii...
Annars eins og ég hef nefnt áður er íbúðin okkar til leigu í sumar. Eins og planið lítur út núna er hún laus milli 1. júlí og ca. 9. eða 12. júlí. Svo aftur laus milli ca. 19. júlí og 2. ágúst. Svo aftur laus milli 13. ágúst og 16. ágúst.
Jæja þá geta þeir sem hafa áhuga á því lesið hérna fyrir neðan um sjálfboðavinnurnar sem ég er að fara í í sumar! Fyrst förum við Sif í Soi Dog Rescue og svo held ég ein áfram og fer í Tiger Temple. Spennó spennó.. hlakka rosa til! Ég og Sif erum líka orðnar rosa spenntar fyrir að reyna að komast í einn trekking tour -þar sem oft er meet the tribes, elephant rides, bamboo river rafting, jungle walks o.s.frv. Svo langar okkur líka að komast langa helgi á ströndina eða enn betra einhverja paradísar-eyju ;) ..en þetta kemur allt í ljós! Við erum búnar að vera rosa duglegar að sækja um styrki fyrir ferðina og enn sem komið er erum við búnar að fá 4.000 DKK hver frá KVLs Jubilæumsfond, sem er alveg frábært!
En áður en ævintýrið byrjar þarf ég víst að klára skólaárið. Núna er ég í modul 1 (fyrri hlutanum) á minni braut (smádýr). Ég er núna í 3.vikna verkefnahópavinnu sem endar á prófi þar sem við flytjum verkefnið og svo spyr kennarinn hvern og einn úr. Þegar það er búið fer ég í 3 vikur að kryfja kjúklinga og í fiskifyrirlestra og kjúklingarnir enda með prófi (maður á bara að flytja "hópa"-fyrirlestur í fiskunum) og svo fer ég í rosa stórt próf í speciel patologi (meinafræði) 28. júní. Svo 1. júlí THAILAND here we come veiiii...
Annars eins og ég hef nefnt áður er íbúðin okkar til leigu í sumar. Eins og planið lítur út núna er hún laus milli 1. júlí og ca. 9. eða 12. júlí. Svo aftur laus milli ca. 19. júlí og 2. ágúst. Svo aftur laus milli 13. ágúst og 16. ágúst.
"Soi" is the Thai word for "street"
http://www.soidogrescue.org/
Soi Dog Rescue is a not-for-profit volunteer organisation established in 2002, supported solely by donations. Our aim is simple: To improve the lives of Bangkok’s street dogs and, in so doing, create a happier healthier environment for everyone. Through realistic programmes of animal birth control, education and adoption, Soi Dog Rescue is dedicated to making a real difference by working closely with local communities to reduce the number of homeless dogs effectively, humanely and forever.
ABC Programs
Today an estimated 300,000 stray dogs and cats roam the streets of Bangkok. For decades, they have been killed or relocated in a misguided attempt to reduce numbers.
It hasn’t worked! Research proves exactly the opposite -- If stray dogs are removed, nature compensates -- stray dogs from other areas move in, litter sizes increase and the problem starts all over again.
Just imagine the long-term effects that a large scale sterilisation program would have in your neighbourhood...
SDR’s Animal Birth Control efforts focus on helping individual communities to reduce the number of stray dogs in their area through a "trap, neuter & release" program. With help from local vets and through our own spay/neuter clinic, dogs (and feral cats) are sterilised, vaccinated, collared, tattooed, treated for sickness, injuries and released back to their home territory. Through leaflets and word-of-mouth we explain the benefits of sterilisation and vaccination of stray dogs and how it will improve their lives on the streets and the communities in which they live.
Costs are met solely by donation and we cannot run this program without the assistance of volunteers.
http://www.soidogrescue.org/
Soi Dog Rescue is a not-for-profit volunteer organisation established in 2002, supported solely by donations. Our aim is simple: To improve the lives of Bangkok’s street dogs and, in so doing, create a happier healthier environment for everyone. Through realistic programmes of animal birth control, education and adoption, Soi Dog Rescue is dedicated to making a real difference by working closely with local communities to reduce the number of homeless dogs effectively, humanely and forever.
ABC Programs
(Animal Birth Control)
Today an estimated 300,000 stray dogs and cats roam the streets of Bangkok. For decades, they have been killed or relocated in a misguided attempt to reduce numbers.
It hasn’t worked! Research proves exactly the opposite -- If stray dogs are removed, nature compensates -- stray dogs from other areas move in, litter sizes increase and the problem starts all over again.
Spay/neuter is the only effective and humane method to reduce the number of stray and abandoned dogs on our streets. Sterilising a single female prevents the birth of 67,000 puppies over six generations.
Just imagine the long-term effects that a large scale sterilisation program would have in your neighbourhood...
SDR’s Animal Birth Control efforts focus on helping individual communities to reduce the number of stray dogs in their area through a "trap, neuter & release" program. With help from local vets and through our own spay/neuter clinic, dogs (and feral cats) are sterilised, vaccinated, collared, tattooed, treated for sickness, injuries and released back to their home territory. Through leaflets and word-of-mouth we explain the benefits of sterilisation and vaccination of stray dogs and how it will improve their lives on the streets and the communities in which they live.
Costs are met solely by donation and we cannot run this program without the assistance of volunteers.
Volunteering at Tiger Temple Thailand
http://www.tigertemple.org/
Introduction
Volunteers at Tiger Temple are involved in the day-to-day care of the animals. For example, preparing food cleaning the cages and in the near future helping to build new enclosures. We do not offer any opportunities for scientific experiment or research. Our projects are best suited to people with a genuine interest in tigers and Buddhism. The work is not easy and involves early morning starts and long afternoons in intense heat. Volunteering at Tiger Temple should not be viewed as an exotic holiday experience but rather as hard work for a good cause.
Volunteer Involvement at Tiger Temple
Volunteers work a six-day week starting at 7am in the morning and finishing around 5pm in the afternoon with a few free hours late in the morning. The day starts with cleaning the cages at 7am followed by breakfast at the temple. At 9am some of the volunteers assist in taking food to the cubs, while others help prepare breakfast for our Black Asiatic bear cub. After this it is free time until early afternoon. At 12.30pm volunteers come to the tiger cages to greet the first group of visitors. At 1pm staffs take the tigers to the canyon and volunteers follow with the Abbot and the tourists that walk to the canyon with the last tiger. The volunteers’ job is to keep this “walking with tiger” experience organized and safe. From 1pm to 4.30pm the tigers stay in the canyon and the visitors are allowed to come in and touch the tigers and have their photos taken. During the afternoon volunteers control the crowd, explain to the tourists how the encounter works, keep track of the donation money and help to take photos for the tourists. At approximately 4.30pm the tigers are taken back and volunteers help to organize the tourists for “walking with tiger” experience on the way back.
Other work may include assisting a vet treating an injured animal, data collection, creating signs and some administration work.
Conditions for Participation:
Because of the dangerous nature of the job it is necessary to make some conditions for participation:
You must be in good physical condition, be able to work long days and be able to tolerate heat
You must have some previous animal handling experience or studies in a relevant field (i.e. biology, wildlife conservation, animal behavior etc.)
Good oral communication skills in English are essential
You must be comfortable dealing with large groups of people
You must be aged between 18 and 50 years old
You must be available for at least three weeks
You must be able to take initiative and work without assistance
You must have personal travel insurance. The details of the insurance policy must be submitted to the webmaster prior to your arrival at the temple.
It is strongly recommended that you have all relevant vaccinations for Rabies, Tetanus Toxoid , Hepatitis A & B, Tuberculosis (TB), and Japanese Encephalitis before entering the volunteering program.
Time required:
Minimum 3 weeks - maximum 6 months
Costs:
There are no costs involved in volunteering at tiger temple. Food and basic accommodation are provided. Volunteers should estimate their own budgets for any personal hygiene items, snacks or soft drinks and travel expenses.
Buddhist lifestyle:
Life in a Buddhist monastery dictates the basic rules called the six moral precepts that volunteers must adhere to. These precepts are:
1. do not kill
2. do not steal
3. do not sexual misconduct
4. do not tell lies
5. do not intoxicate causing heedlessness
6. do not sleep on a luxurious bed
The additional two precepts are for people inspired to dedicate themselves to meditation practice during their stay in the monastery. These additions precepts are:
7. do not eat the untimely food i.e. from noon to dawn of the next day. (example of food (pana) allowed to have after 12.00 a.m. are the food in kind of medicine ie black chocolate, herb ie lemon-grass, aloe, ginger, chili, salt, sugar; juice, products reformed after milk ie cheese, yogurt, dry-fruits: prune, logan)
8. do not dance, sing, play & watch unseemly shows; and do not wear jewelry, or use perfume.
However the most important rule is to keep in mind that this place is a temple and any romantic involvement with fellow volunteers or tourists visiting the temple is strictly prohibited.
Volunteers are expected to attend daily meditation sessions at the temple (in the evening) at least once or twice a week. This is a unique and peaceful experience that will give you a fuller appreciation of the Buddhist philosophy.
Smoking on the temple grounds is not permitted
The Monastery reserves the right to terminate the agreement without prior notice with any volunteer displaying improper behavior.
Accommodation:
Men and women are housed separately within the monastery. Both men and women are provided with simple rooms that include electricity and western style bathroom and shower facilities.
What to bring :
A torch
A set of white clothes (trousers and a conservative blouse) for meditation
Mosquito repellent
Dark colored clothes (no red or bright colors are allowed), and for ladies t-shirts or blouses that cover mid rift and shoulders.
http://www.tigertemple.org/
Introduction
Volunteers at Tiger Temple are involved in the day-to-day care of the animals. For example, preparing food cleaning the cages and in the near future helping to build new enclosures. We do not offer any opportunities for scientific experiment or research. Our projects are best suited to people with a genuine interest in tigers and Buddhism. The work is not easy and involves early morning starts and long afternoons in intense heat. Volunteering at Tiger Temple should not be viewed as an exotic holiday experience but rather as hard work for a good cause.
Volunteer Involvement at Tiger Temple
Volunteers work a six-day week starting at 7am in the morning and finishing around 5pm in the afternoon with a few free hours late in the morning. The day starts with cleaning the cages at 7am followed by breakfast at the temple. At 9am some of the volunteers assist in taking food to the cubs, while others help prepare breakfast for our Black Asiatic bear cub. After this it is free time until early afternoon. At 12.30pm volunteers come to the tiger cages to greet the first group of visitors. At 1pm staffs take the tigers to the canyon and volunteers follow with the Abbot and the tourists that walk to the canyon with the last tiger. The volunteers’ job is to keep this “walking with tiger” experience organized and safe. From 1pm to 4.30pm the tigers stay in the canyon and the visitors are allowed to come in and touch the tigers and have their photos taken. During the afternoon volunteers control the crowd, explain to the tourists how the encounter works, keep track of the donation money and help to take photos for the tourists. At approximately 4.30pm the tigers are taken back and volunteers help to organize the tourists for “walking with tiger” experience on the way back.
Other work may include assisting a vet treating an injured animal, data collection, creating signs and some administration work.
Conditions for Participation:
Because of the dangerous nature of the job it is necessary to make some conditions for participation:
You must be in good physical condition, be able to work long days and be able to tolerate heat
You must have some previous animal handling experience or studies in a relevant field (i.e. biology, wildlife conservation, animal behavior etc.)
Good oral communication skills in English are essential
You must be comfortable dealing with large groups of people
You must be aged between 18 and 50 years old
You must be available for at least three weeks
You must be able to take initiative and work without assistance
You must have personal travel insurance. The details of the insurance policy must be submitted to the webmaster prior to your arrival at the temple.
It is strongly recommended that you have all relevant vaccinations for Rabies, Tetanus Toxoid , Hepatitis A & B, Tuberculosis (TB), and Japanese Encephalitis before entering the volunteering program.
Time required:
Minimum 3 weeks - maximum 6 months
Costs:
There are no costs involved in volunteering at tiger temple. Food and basic accommodation are provided. Volunteers should estimate their own budgets for any personal hygiene items, snacks or soft drinks and travel expenses.
Buddhist lifestyle:
Life in a Buddhist monastery dictates the basic rules called the six moral precepts that volunteers must adhere to. These precepts are:
1. do not kill
2. do not steal
3. do not sexual misconduct
4. do not tell lies
5. do not intoxicate causing heedlessness
6. do not sleep on a luxurious bed
The additional two precepts are for people inspired to dedicate themselves to meditation practice during their stay in the monastery. These additions precepts are:
7. do not eat the untimely food i.e. from noon to dawn of the next day. (example of food (pana) allowed to have after 12.00 a.m. are the food in kind of medicine ie black chocolate, herb ie lemon-grass, aloe, ginger, chili, salt, sugar; juice, products reformed after milk ie cheese, yogurt, dry-fruits: prune, logan)
8. do not dance, sing, play & watch unseemly shows; and do not wear jewelry, or use perfume.
However the most important rule is to keep in mind that this place is a temple and any romantic involvement with fellow volunteers or tourists visiting the temple is strictly prohibited.
Volunteers are expected to attend daily meditation sessions at the temple (in the evening) at least once or twice a week. This is a unique and peaceful experience that will give you a fuller appreciation of the Buddhist philosophy.
Smoking on the temple grounds is not permitted
The Monastery reserves the right to terminate the agreement without prior notice with any volunteer displaying improper behavior.
Accommodation:
Men and women are housed separately within the monastery. Both men and women are provided with simple rooms that include electricity and western style bathroom and shower facilities.
What to bring :
A torch
A set of white clothes (trousers and a conservative blouse) for meditation
Mosquito repellent
Dark colored clothes (no red or bright colors are allowed), and for ladies t-shirts or blouses that cover mid rift and shoulders.
fimmtudagur, maí 10, 2007
Föðursystir
Og svo stórfréttirnar... ég er að verða föðursystir!!!! Óóóójááá Höddi bróðir og Sigga eru að fara eignast barn í nóvember.. veiiii hlakka til!!
Var á fullu núna að setja inn myndir frá sauðburðinum en það gékk eitthvað illa.. tekst vonandi bráðum.. verð að þjóta, er nefnilega að fara upp í sveit til Soffíu og þeirra að horfa á Eurovision.. planið er að borða og horfa svo á keppnina með Kötu, Soffíu og Finni og það má ekki gleyma pínulitlu dóttir þeirra hana Ingibjörgu Ösp sem fæddist núna þann 5. apríl! ÁFRAM ÍSLAND.. og Danmörk.. og kannski pínu Svíþjóð líka ;)
Ef einhverjum vantar að leigja íbúð í Kaupmannahöfn í sumar þá verður íbúðin okkar laus þann tíma sem við verðum í burtu!!
Og svo stórfréttirnar... ég er að verða föðursystir!!!! Óóóójááá Höddi bróðir og Sigga eru að fara eignast barn í nóvember.. veiiii hlakka til!!
Var á fullu núna að setja inn myndir frá sauðburðinum en það gékk eitthvað illa.. tekst vonandi bráðum.. verð að þjóta, er nefnilega að fara upp í sveit til Soffíu og þeirra að horfa á Eurovision.. planið er að borða og horfa svo á keppnina með Kötu, Soffíu og Finni og það má ekki gleyma pínulitlu dóttir þeirra hana Ingibjörgu Ösp sem fæddist núna þann 5. apríl! ÁFRAM ÍSLAND.. og Danmörk.. og kannski pínu Svíþjóð líka ;)
Ef einhverjum vantar að leigja íbúð í Kaupmannahöfn í sumar þá verður íbúðin okkar laus þann tíma sem við verðum í burtu!!
Læmmesæson på Jylland
14. - 21. apríl fórum við Svala til Jótlands, nánar tiltekið til Grimstrup við Bramminge/Esbjerg, í sauðburð. Það voru hvorki meira né minna en 800 kindur sem áttu að bera á um 17 dögum, þannig það var nóg að gera þessa viku sem við vorum þarna að hjálpa til. Það var alveg yndislegt.. rosalega gaman og lærdómsríkt! Hérna eru nokkrar myndir þaðan.
Einn hrúturinn svolítið sjarmerandi ;)
Ég að slöngufæða lamb (ef það er ekki að fá nóg að drekka eða eitthvað).
Fæðingarhjálp..
..og svo kemur litla lambið í heiminn með smá aðstoð.
Að eyrnamerkja lömbin.
Svala að gefa heimalingunum pela.
Kindamynd.
Ooooohhhh litlu sætu lömb ;)
Svala búin að flá dáið lamb og klæða ættleiðingar-lambið í skikkjuna til að plata mömmuna svo hún finni sína lykt af lambinu og haldi að það sé sitt.
Svona færir maður kindurnar.. tekur bara lömbin og þá elta mömmurnar.
Við stöllurnar alveg að fíla okkur ;)
14. - 21. apríl fórum við Svala til Jótlands, nánar tiltekið til Grimstrup við Bramminge/Esbjerg, í sauðburð. Það voru hvorki meira né minna en 800 kindur sem áttu að bera á um 17 dögum, þannig það var nóg að gera þessa viku sem við vorum þarna að hjálpa til. Það var alveg yndislegt.. rosalega gaman og lærdómsríkt! Hérna eru nokkrar myndir þaðan.
Einn hrúturinn svolítið sjarmerandi ;)
Ég að slöngufæða lamb (ef það er ekki að fá nóg að drekka eða eitthvað).
Fæðingarhjálp..
..og svo kemur litla lambið í heiminn með smá aðstoð.
Að eyrnamerkja lömbin.
Svala að gefa heimalingunum pela.
Kindamynd.
Ooooohhhh litlu sætu lömb ;)
Svala búin að flá dáið lamb og klæða ættleiðingar-lambið í skikkjuna til að plata mömmuna svo hún finni sína lykt af lambinu og haldi að það sé sitt.
Svona færir maður kindurnar.. tekur bara lömbin og þá elta mömmurnar.
Við stöllurnar alveg að fíla okkur ;)
Alveg yndisleg fjölskylda sem við vorum hjá.
