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    Road Markings in India Explained

    July 14, 2017
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    Road Markings : ![](https://steemitimages.com/DQmS597CPRRmS3c9mPo6fnbogwkiavUtj74En43c3zdK2z6/image.png) The majority of the drivers on Indian roads don’t really care too much about road rules. Adhering to the traffic signal itself is a task that proves too difficult for most people. And in a country where flouting traffic rules is so widespread, accidents and mishaps are commonplace. Instead of blaming the government and whining about it, it’s about time that we started paying heed to Road Safety so that we can make our roads safer and more enjoyable to drive/ride on. You might have noticed that some road markings are either white or yellow and sometimes they are continuous or broken. Each of these road markings in India are actually different signs that grant varying permissions to drivers on the road. Here’s what each one of them means. Broken White Line ![](https://steemitimages.com/DQmQmJh2VCkEP1g672QpbE7nwVAvy2M5HXTvFHwKByEi5bu/image.png) The most common of road markings in India, a broken white line indicates that you may change lanes, overtake vehicles or make a U-turn after seeing that it is safe to do so. Solid White Line : ![](https://steemitimages.com/DQmRajTTg9xTw41iXCuGuCV3kGvcV7r6byzpVs3CsoSmozR/image.png) You cannot overtake a vehicle or make a U-turn if your on a road with a continuous white line. However, you may cross the line to avoid an obstruction or to exit the road to enter a perpendicular road. Double Yellow Lines - Road Markings in India : ![](https://steemitimages.com/DQmQ6h5Ejxw4ccuZptwdJZUS8NpgS4fkbyZRvVXNScqnvaq/image.png) Double Yellow lines can never be crossed unless it is to avoid a major obstruction. Usually used on 2-lane roads, it’s used to prevent crossing over into the lane with traffic going in the opposite direction. Single Yellow Line next to a Broken Yellow Line : ![](https://steemitimages.com/DQmY3DLd1dom4PZ2mVaYriTbbbU6CXBEm4fZv1dwxpSfJeC/image.png) This type of road marking combines the rules of the first two markings in this list. If you are driving on the side with the broken line, you are allowed to overtake and if you’re driving on the side of the solid line, you’re not. Now, you are more theoretically qualified to be driving or riding on Indian roads than majority of the public. The next time you’re out on the road, see if you can follow these rules or spot anyone doing so.

    My photography - Mushrooms (Original) 捡磨菇

    July 14, 2017
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    I have shoot a lot of mushrooms photos, want to shoot these mushrooms, the best time, after 24 hours of heavy rain,They are usually grown in Bamboo forest,damp,the cool place,There are many varieties of mushrooms, wild mushroom many are toxic and bacteria,So need to dry processing, and then eat,Together to enjoy 以前我也拍过许多的磨菇,想要拍摄这些磨菇,最好的时间,是大雨过后的24小时内,它们一般生长在竹林,潮湿,阴凉的地方或者枯树上,磨菇有许多品种,野生的磨菇许多都有毒性和细菌,所以一般都是晒干加工,再食用,可食用的磨菇都很鲜美,一起来欣赏
    This is bamboo mushroom I found in the bamboo forest, is edible, nutrient-rich, the price is also very expensive 这是竹林里发现的竹荪蘑菇,竹荪是可以食用,营养丰富,售价也很贵
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    This mushroom looks good, but I do not know, do not pick it 这种蘑菇长得很好看,但我不认识,不去摘它
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    In our local people called the chicken for grams of mushroom, can eat, after the rain, people will go up the mountain to pick this mushroom 这个在我们这里当地叫人称为鸡枞克的磨菇,可以食用,大雨过后,人们都会上山去捡
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    无论它们长得有多大,还是多好看, 不要轻易食用不认识的菌类
    Hope you like!

    Travel with me #78 : A visit to the magnificent Rose Island, Sandy Toes and snorkeling with Lion Fish!

    July 13, 2017
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    ### Dear Steemit friends : ![IMG_0548.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmY8pnFGdtBcQXtoLhTD1i8XhLzqvyqcyy45vAz32wUJWG/IMG_0548.jpg) One of the best things about Bahamas is how many beautiful exotic islands there are. In fact, there are over 700 islands and islets which constitute the country that is Bahamas. Each have their own unique pedigree but I'm sure most visitors to Bahamas will agree that they are all largely unspoiled and very picturesque! I haven't had much time to explore all the islands on this trip, but I did have the opportunity to visit the main ones like [Compass Cay](https://steemit.com/travel/@sweetsssj/travel-with-me-76-swimming-with-the-sharks-at-compass-cay), [Major Cay](https://steemit.com/travel/@sweetsssj/travel-with-me-72-visiting-major-cay-and-taking-a-swim-with-the-pigs) and [Exuma Cays](https://steemit.com/travel/@sweetsssj/travel-with-me-71-powerboating-to-exuma-cays-feeding-the-iguanas-photos-video). Each had their own little surprises which are definitely worth a visit! With so much to see and do, you might be wondering whether I had the opportunity to just enjoy the tropical weather, chill on the beach, swim in the sea and relax? The answer to that is yes! I had the pleasure of visiting ***Rose Island, Sandy Toes*** and spend a day sipping cocktails by the beach, and swimming in the sea! Many would say that's the ideal activity for such a vacation and I must say - I agree! https://image.ibb.co/dS0dqF/IMG_8023.jpg ![DSC02068.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmQ81pNb12ovYRUMaYeZrdQfYaW5dwpdMqohPSyAUkHKnr/DSC02068.JPG) The day started very early, I woke up around 7am to another gorgeous day brimming with sunshine and was ready for a lazy relaxing day at the private island known for it's pink sands! The excursion was very easy to book, you can either book at your hotel, over the internet, or just turn up at the port where the boat leaves. Of course, I like to make sure everything is booked up in advance so I booked my excursion the very first day I arrived. https://image.ibb.co/cZWUxv/IMG_8022.jpg ![DSC02046.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmSQda931aEthBzm7gEVtZSV9kNhCUCLy54SaC8wdMWzXm/DSC02046.JPG) The gathering point for the boat trip is Magaritaville, a very popular restaurant and bar at the edge of Paradise Island. ![DSC02043.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmZSXw31d8ZKvC69xuXnnwPmHtisRNqz7eKkCfJfAZJP3g/DSC02043.JPG) Just beside Magaritaville, is the port where all of the boats are docked ready to take people all around Bahamas. The bridge in the picture connects Nassau to Paradise Island and is quite impressive! http://image.ibb.co/kUEvKa/IMG_0497.jpg For this trip, a speedboat wasn't necessary because there were probably around 50 other people coming as well. The boat gently pulls out from the dock and makes it's way at moderate speed through the harbour towards the open seas. ![DSC02050.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmZ7QqB5mHUfizmGg5UNpgsMuZGXCwmMhseZjAF1ytM9Wm/DSC02050.JPG) Only 15 minutes later, we're already arriving at Rose Island. The boat trip was short and actually very pleasant. Before docking, we drove along the long elongated island and saw very few man made buildings there. It certainly looks like a paradise waiting for me to explore! ![DSC02085.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmf8eWHbHSJS1HjPn6ahy8rRy9EH76PWRdTxBDtbNbMYHB/DSC02085.JPG) The boat pulls over at what looks like the only dock on the island and we all disembark the boat immediately clamouring up the side of the hill ready to explore. ![DSC02096.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmPYQBMwSuZT7g5GjcmyYifm3ynEZ6HREnhx2wzS5K8H4U/DSC02096.JPG) http://image.ibb.co/k7rLkF/IMG_0498.jpg ![DSC02097.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmaLXTQnd2w5fKPTgx5hb56VM3ABxqRf3BHazrv5WLAYh7/DSC02097.JPG) http://image.ibb.co/nfJpea/IMG_0499.jpg To my surprise, I was greeted by a bunch of free roaming chickens! ![DSC02102.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQme9z7cWH4FzoSR7BAiKSAc76ADUFSCYwHbPffZ2wt8hjf/DSC02102.JPG) A small narrow passage connects between the landing area and the beach. It's all very natural and walking through, I felt like I was trekking through a small forest with Chickens watching my every step. How peculiar! http://image.ibb.co/hpdpea/IMG_0500.jpg Amazingly, there were also quite a number of peacocks just chilling in the shade. Coming so close to them, I'm amazed by their beautiful plumage. They are even more beautiful in person than the pictures could show. ![DSC02113.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmZ3nwq8nqGb9hR41pXxaLdMAYR5cBFP9BSqLcDAPQpLQD/DSC02113.JPG) http://image.ibb.co/dM46QF/IMG_0501.jpg ![DSC02116.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmVo2Z2yEfyybybqHShzVWHCGsefibq2WjdbtWDurhVojP/DSC02116.JPG) http://image.ibb.co/nr6xXv/IMG_0502.jpg ![DSC02117.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmWvCsnsn9YASwZ3rfrtbnYjdrjzoG1kvJ9coEERvkt6Ap/DSC02117.JPG) ![DSC02120.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmSRpKAKkCXXvsrHGKE7M3V8iB5ADJ72uCvomXBXkkzPPt/DSC02120.JPG) At the end of the little passage, we arrive at the beach bar and massage area which overlooks the sea and beautiful beach. http://image.ibb.co/mUiNza/IMG_0503.jpg As you can imagine, i'm a little anxious to get my my feet wet! http://image.ibb.co/hOarsv/IMG_0504.jpg I was really blown away by the beautiful and natural setting. All around, there are these beautiful rock formations that have been left untouched preserving their beauty. In the distance, you can see a neighbouring island like a mirage unveiled before your eyes. ![DSC02269.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmdwnN8emJyehBWovc8QoFBAvvQm4MdLzaAE8Q38e8A8Ez/DSC02269.JPG) One of the best aspects about Rose Island is that it is a private island. This means there are virtually no people there and you can have so much of the beach to yourself. Exclusivity aside, the name ***Rose Island*** also comes from the fact that here, you will find the sandy beaches tinted in a slightly Rose colour. Sometimes, it's even called ***"Pink Sands"***. http://image.ibb.co/eJjh0F/IMG_8708.jpg The skies were absolutely amazing, whilst the sun toasted my skin and added to my already darkening skin tone, I kicked back for a moment to enjoy the neon-blue skies, threaded by heavenly white puffy clouds. http://image.ibb.co/eD6vLF/IMG_8695.jpg With such scenic and idyllic surroundings, it's hard to resist jumping for joy... http://image.ibb.co/gyTY5F/IMG_0506.jpg Before long, I felt the need to take a dip in the calm and tranquil water. Like most other islands in Bahamas, the water clarity is something to me marvelled at. http://image.ibb.co/k9nXza/IMG_0529.jpg Just around this rock formation, you can see the coral reefs through the crystal clear water. It's amazing how the water blends from a yellow colour and through a gradient all the way to the tiffany blue colour you see further out. http://image.ibb.co/kYV0nv/IMG_8707.jpg Perfect opportunity for some on the fly photoshoots! http://image.ibb.co/eDraKa/IMG_0510.jpg http://image.ibb.co/hoBUfF/IMG_8702.jpg http://image.ibb.co/frjjCv/IMG_0523.jpg I really can't hold down my excitement so more jumping is due! http://image.ibb.co/iLq2za/IMG_0516.jpg http://image.ibb.co/i3YBsv/IMG_0515.jpg http://image.ibb.co/d152za/IMG_0513.jpg After some time at the beach, the hosts kindly invited us over for some impromptu island lunch. Most people were happy to sit in the shade, but look at that view from the balcony! ![IMG_8727.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmYoJ5iHSWybWiipGXaemtcrUyJ8c5haiUko7HDRqv8hBe/IMG_8727.jpg) http://image.ibb.co/cFWqnv/IMG_8739.jpg http://image.ibb.co/j1bO7v/IMG_8738.jpg http://image.ibb.co/cNbZEa/IMG_8737.jpg http://image.ibb.co/hRPbSv/IMG_8736.jpg http://image.ibb.co/fHSVnv/IMG_8735.jpg http://image.ibb.co/mFPMua/IMG_8734.jpg http://image.ibb.co/bOpnZa/IMG_8733.jpg After lunch, we had a couple more hours to enjoy the beach, but for more the more adventurous of us, we had the option of doing some light snorkelling around the island. http://image.ibb.co/jQMaKa/IMG_0512.jpg The ideal snorkelling spot is just around that rock where the corals and reefs are.

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    ### Be sure to check out my video of my snorkelling adventure! Look out for the Lion Fish! https://youtu.be/PAXAiXZCqcc I made sure to leave a mark on the island before I left! http://image.ibb.co/fvZChv/AEBA2_AFA_B49_B_4_FA2_A7_DF_8_B6_D7_B872909.jpg And that wraps up my day at Rose Island, Sandy Toes! After travelling around all over Bahamas, this one day mini escape to a private island was a much needed time to relax. I can't stress how beautiful the island is with it's roaming chickens, peacocks and myriad of natural fish swimming around the surrounding corals. If or when you visit Bahamas, I highly recommend taking one day to enjoy this little gem of an island for a truly memorable day of pure relaxation! Be sure to upvote if you liked my post, follow for more, and leave a comment to let me know what you think!
    旅行中总有几个难以忘怀的瞬间,遇见美好,再挥别美好,期待下一次重逢。1492年哥伦布登陆巴哈马,把这个人间天堂带到了世界的眼前。有着人间伊甸园之称的巴哈马,总共有700的岛屿,每一个都有它独一无二的特色,这里拥有大约26万平方公里世界上最清澈的海域,水下能见度可达到61米。我相信只要是来过这些岛的人,一定不会否认他们每一个都美到落泪。这一次旅行中,我虽然没有机会走遍这大大小小的岛屿,但是我也很幸运去到了[Allen Cay](https://steemit.com/travel/@sweetsssj/travel-with-me-71-powerboating-to-exuma-cays-feeding-the-iguanas-photos-video)喂了漂亮的小蜥蜴,去了[Big Major Cay](https://steemit.com/travel/@sweetsssj/travel-with-me-72-visiting-major-cay-and-taking-a-swim-with-the-pigs)和会游泳的小猪一起玩水,最后还去到了[Compass Cay](https://steemit.com/travel/@sweetsssj/travel-with-me-76-swimming-with-the-sharks-at-compass-cay)和水里的猛兽鲨鱼来了此彻彻底底的亲密接触。 其实我知道巴哈马的招牌活动,除了和小猪一起游泳,另一个不得不去的就是粉色沙滩了。全世界唯一一片粉红色的沙滩,是因为海水冲刷红珊瑚而形成的,这里是度假天堂,也是拍照圣地。这片传说中的人间仙境位于巴哈马的Harbour Island东边,它有一个浪漫的不得了的名字——Rose Island玫瑰岛。这个保护这个地球上的粉色珍珠海滩,当地旅游公司实行了限制登岛流量的政策,每天只有50个人左右可以登上这个岛。所以我几乎提前一周,就预约了去岛上玩。今天我们就坐着小船,去探索一下最美丽的粉色沙滩吧,我已经兴奋的按捺不住了。今天我们要去玫瑰岛上的Sandy Toes沙滩的脚尖,这个名字是不是太有创意了。在船上,可以看到两岸一排排富人的别墅小洋房,白色,粉色的真漂亮,这25座色彩斑斓的小别墅融合了摩洛哥,印度和印尼巴厘岛等多种风格。船上放着欢快的音乐,游客们不自觉地跟着舞蹈起来,不一会就到了玫瑰岛。让我意料之外的是,岛上除了有最美颜色的沙滩,原来还有小鸡和孔雀,我赶紧过去和它们照相,孔雀的羽毛在阳光下闪闪发光。岛上的人们为了欢迎我们,还准备的欢迎的饮料,芒果味的鸡尾酒喝下去身体真清凉。顺着岛上各种形态的椰子树,就走到了海滩,海滩边还有一个酒吧,我们买了无限畅饮票的还可以一直喝饮料和酒水,真的太清凉了。这片粉色沙滩长约3英里,真正的粉色沙砾成了它的最大特点。再看看海水的颜色,在阳光下不停变换着它的颜色。到了中午用餐的时间,岛上的工作人员端来大盆的沙拉,热狗,还有烤鸡肉当作自助餐,坐在这样的美景前面,彻底陶醉了,都快要忘记吃饭了。 这片岛除了是拍照圣地,还是浮浅的天堂。现在大家就跟随我的脚步,跳进海里,看看海底世界吧,希望大家喜欢我做的视频,别忘了看看我在水下拍摄的狮子鱼,这是我第一次有机会这么近距离看到这种鱼,它主要分布在东北部大西洋区,别看它长得美到像一朵盛开的菊花,它可是是吃肉的,以甲壳类为主要食物,如果不是它看到我过来,赶快沉到海底,我好像伸手过去摸摸它。希望大家很享受今天带大家体验的粉色沙滩之旅,之后还有更多有趣的美景和故事要分享给大家。

    Random photo #9 - can’t believe he’s turning 9! WIN 9 SBD!!

    July 13, 2017
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    💵 Competition details below 💵
    # In less than a month my son will be turning 9! I really can’t believe how time flies… It’s gonna be his last "single digit" year 😳 Are my wife and I ready for "double digits"? Certainly hope so… For his 7th birthday he got to do some trail riding at a friend’s place. He was super excited - couldn’t stop talking about it for a week! 😁 ![IMG_2139-Edit.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmddU4h8uBZJThdqsRDytPsacozqS3xfUMDnqecYtzp26D/IMG_2139-Edit.jpg) ![IMG_2140-Edit.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmVRqP6Cfua4a7CBR1o9sdajfQYjB5baVzfwnmk7YCzwGJ/IMG_2140-Edit.jpg) So, to celebrate his upcoming 9th birthday, I’ve decided to reward one luck reader with **9 SBD**. *Thought 9 would be an appropriate number* 😉 ####
    Question: what do you think the "theme" of my son’s upcoming birthday party is?
    ##### Instructions: 1. Follow me. 1. Resteem this post. 1. Upvote this post, but only if you think it’s worthy. 1. Write your answer in a comment below. ##### Rules: 1. Follow all instructions. 1. Only one answer/entry per person/account allowed. If more than one answer/entry is given, you forfeit all entries. 1. Entries will close at 2pm (GMT) on Wednesday, 19 July 2017. 1. If there is more than one correct answer, the prize money will be split evenly amongst the winners. #
    😁 😁 Good luck!! 😁 😁
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    Competition results
    # So, no one guessed the answer right - it's actually **Star Wars** And technically, only one person tried to guess. So, @mady27, even though you didn't get the right answer, I'll be sending you 1 SBD for the effort ![IMG_2145-Edit.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmUnn9oFA4MM2W4FcEKhLPoyww69V1WMTJKGDcs2r8m8y6/IMG_2145-Edit.jpg) --- Please upvote if you liked this post, follow if you want to see more, and let me know your thoughts in the comments. Equipment used: [Canon 6D](http://amzn.to/2sWCH11) [Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM ](http://amzn.to/2rUbFHv)

    Past and Present

    July 13, 2017
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    Present becomes past. Present is resisting to become past. But as time flows, past is surrounded by present like below. http://i.imgur.com/QRWGrwl.jpg http://i.imgur.com/wMgK6Bj.jpg Past is resisting to be disappeared. But it’s a matter of time. Sometimes I could find old buildings in the center of Seoul. The old buildings are no more harmonious with neighborhood. http://i.imgur.com/fUPi2qh.jpg http://i.imgur.com/oPaja3s.jpg This unbalance is the symbol of our past Past preserves memories. The memories of Past is not so pleasant for me, because those memories reminded me of the harsh difficulties of my parents’ generation. Those memories were preserved in the old houses and buildings. http://i.imgur.com/vKH9ZmG.jpg http://i.imgur.com/OPYHdnE.jpg http://i.imgur.com/IhM0Xxa.jpg http://i.imgur.com/jFZsp0o.jpg I don’t like forget the harsh time that my parents walked through. My kids don't want to hear me of the difficult time that I had experienced. Disappearing of old buildings seems to me that we lost my memory on the my parent’s generation. So I am taking the photos when I come across old and ruined households. .

    Best Thing I have Read Today - Mother's Day Special

    July 13, 2017
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    Had tears running down when I read this on Whatsapp and I would say this is the best thing that I read today. Read on...……… He was watering the plants in the posh gardens of an International school, heat and dust didn't seem to affect him. "Ganga Das, Principal Ma'am wants to see you -- right now"... The last two words of the peon had lots of emphasis on them, trying to make it sound like an urgency. He quickly got up, washed and wiped his hands and headed towards the Principal's chamber. The walk from the garden to the office seemed never ending, his heart was almost jumping out of his chest. He was trying all the permutation and combination, figuring out as to what has gone wrong that she wants to see him urgently... He was a sincere worker and never shirked from his duties... knock knock... "Madam, you called me?" "Come inside..." an authoritative voice made him further nervous... Salt n pepper hair, tied neatly in a french knot, a designer sari-sober and very classic, glasses resting on the bridge of her nose... She pointed out towards a paper kept on the table... "Read this"... "B..but Ma'am I am an illiterate person. I can not read English. Ma'am please forgive me if I have done anything wrong... give me another chance... I am forever indebted to you for allowing my daughter to study in this school, free of cost... I could have never ever dreamt of such a life for my child.." And he broke down almost trembling: "Hold on, you assume a lot...we allowed your daughter because she is very bright and you have been our sincere worker.. Let me call a teacher in, she will read it out and translate it to you... this is written by your daughter and I want you to read this." Soon enough the teacher was called and she started reading it, translating each line in Hindi... It read- "Today we are asked to write about Mother's Day. I belong to a village in Bihar, a tiny village where medical and education still seem like a far fetched dream. Many women die every now and then while giving birth. My mother was one of them too, she could not even hold me in her arms. My father was the first person to hold me.. or perhaps the only person. Everyone was sad.. as I was a girl and I had "eaten up" my own mother. My dad was instantly asked to remarry but he refused. My grandparents forced him by giving all logical, illogical and emotional reasons but he didn't budge. My grand parents wanted a grandson, they threatened him to remarry or else he will be disowned... He didn't think twice... he left everything, his acres of land.. a good living, comfortable house, cattles and everything that counts for a good lifestyle in a village. He came to this huge city with absolutely nothing -- but me in his arms. Life was tough, he worked hard day and night.. raised me with tender love and utmost care. Now I understand why suddenly he developed a dislike for things that I would love to eat when there was only one piece left in the platter.... he would say that he hates eating it and I would finish it considering that he does not like it.... but as I grew older I realised the reason and what sacrifice is all about. He gave me the best possible comforts beyond his capacity. This school gave him a shelter, respect and the biggest gift -- an admission to his daughter... If love and care defines a mother... then my father fits in there. If compassion defines a mother, my father fits in well in that category too... If sacrifice defines a mother, my father dominates that category. So in nut shell.. if a mother is made of love, care sacrifice and compassion... MY FATHER IS THE BEST MOTHER ON EARTH THEN. On Mother's Day, I would like to wish my father for being the best parent on earth... I salute him and say it with pride that the hardworking gardener working in this school is my father. I know I may fail this test after my teacher reads this -- but this would be a very small price one would pay towards an ode to the selfless love of my father. There was a deafening silence in the room... one could only hear soft sobbing of Ganga Das.... The harsh sun could not wet his clothes with sweat but soft words of his daughter had soaked his chest with tears.... he was standing there with hands folded.. He took the paper from teacher's hands... held it close to his heart and sobbed. Principal got up.. offered him a chair, glass of water and said something... but, strangely the crispness of her voice was taken over by a surprising warmth and sweetness.... "Ganga Das.. your daughter is given 10/10 marks for this essay... This is the best essay ever written about Mother's Day in the history of this school. We are having the Mother's Day gala event tomorrow and the entire School Management has decided to invite you as the Chief Guest for the event... This is to honour all the love and sacrifice a man can do to raise his children... to show that you do not have to be a woman to be the perfect parent... And most importantly this is to reinforce/appreciate/acknowledge the strong belief of your daughter in you, to make her feel proud.. to make the entire school feel proud that we have the best parent on earth as stated by your daughter." "You are a True Gardner, who is not only looking after the gardens, but also nurturing the most precious flower of your life in such a beautiful way...." "So Ganga Das, will you be our Chief Guest for the event?”

    Cheers !

    July 13, 2017
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    Cryptocurrencies Are Now For Sale At All Post Offices In Austria! 🇦🇹

    July 13, 2017
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    2017 has been **the year of cryptocurrencies** - they are finally becoming more and more accepted by the masses. ### Now, the Austrian Post has just announced that they will offer different cryptocurrencies for sale their locations! They have teamed up with Austrian platform ***BitPanda*** to offer direct exchanges between Euro and cryptocurrencies. Besides Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin and Dash will also be supported. The service will be provided in all 1,800 Austrian locations.
    ![img](https://news.bitpanda.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/BP_ToGo_News_E.jpg)

    ## How does it work ? The post office issues the user a **code**, which he then redeems on the BitPanda platform using the "*Bitpanda To Go*" feature. Then, they get *credited* the cryptocurrencies they bought in their BitPanda online wallet. Every user can choose between a **50€**, **100€** and **500€** voucher for cryptocurrencies. All they need for the purchase is an account and a valid E-Mail address. #### And that's it - the process is quick and convenient!
    ![img](https://i0.wp.com/criptonoticias.com/extra/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/44_1.jpg)

    ### The Austrian Post is a huge company which now aims to be one of the largest Bitcoin platforms. With their **300,000 users**, they hope to increase their transaction volume to **200 million Euros** - which might sound a lot, but could actually be doable. ### This new initiative also offers a great deal for offline purchases: it offers the coins for the same price as online! This is not very common yet - most places where you can buy Bitcoin in Person **charge** up to 10% **fees**.
    "Among other things, the main goal of bitpanda was to offer fair prices for the “offline” purchase of Bitcoins. With the ‘Österreichische Post AG’ as a partner, it allows them to offer the digital assets at cost. This means, that the fee structure by “offline” purchases via cash is finally aligned with the inexpensive “online” conditions. Thus, the currencies manage to step further away from their somewhat dubious image and towards a popular and accepted investment and payment method." -BitPanda
    ![img](https://bitconnect.co//upload/image/bit_coin_new/1499852463_6799018966_5tgwqn6TAM.jpg)

    ## Initiatives like these are what helps cryptocurrencies get mass-adapted! #### The time we're living in is amazing - we are witnessing a digital revolution right before our eyes. ### The world is slowly realizing the immense potential of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology, and we are part of the change!

    *Images: [1](http://www.bissresearch.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/18887920396_8d680c8848_b.jpg), [2](https://news.bitpanda.com/2017/bitpanda-to-go-bitcoin-co-in-1800-post-office-branches/), [3](https://news.bitpanda.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/BP_ToGo_News_E.jpg), [4](https://i0.wp.com/criptonoticias.com/extra/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/44_1.jpg?resize=1123%2C640&ssl=1), Sources: [1](http://www.businessinsider.de/die-oesterreichische-post-bietet-jetzt-bitcoins-an-2017-7), [2](https://www.btc-echo.de/bitcoins-ab-sofort-bei-der-oesterreichischen-post-erhaeltlich/), [3](http://diepresse.com/home/wirtschaft/boerse/5250321/Bitcoins-ab-sofort-auch-oesterreichweit-bei-der-Post-erhaeltlich), [4](https://www.heise.de/newsticker/meldung/Oesterreich-Kryptogeld-Gutscheine-bei-der-Post-kaufen-3769321.html), [5](https://www.futurezone.de/b2b/article211203683/Oesterreichs-Post-verkauft-digitale-Kryptowaehrung-am-Schalter.html)*



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    Steemvoter Guild: "Nominate-a-Friend" for the Guild Vote (Wednesday July 12)

    July 12, 2017
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    ## Previous first place winner - [3 Keys to Success #jowritting](https://steemit.com/life/@anejosua/3-keys-to-success-jowritting) by @anejosua Author @anejosua joined Steem in May 2017, so is relatively new, it is great seeing new authors being integrated into the community to the extent that they receive enough support to win a competition such as this. @anejosua's motto is ""Everthing is hard , before going to be easy" which is very true of Steem, it is hard when you are small and first start out, but as you make friends and network it does become easier, in this post the 3 Keys to success are highlighted as Power, Motivation and Prayer, thank you for the inspiration @anejosua ## Previous runner-up - [#promo-uk #promobristol started](https://steemit.com/promo-uk/@coinkingz/promo-uk-promobristol-started) by @coinkingz
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