Efficient Travel Quotes

We've searched our database for all the quotes and captions related to Efficient Travel. Here they are! All 100 of them:

I want a moon canoe, because have you ever tried paddling through dirt? Love is a journey, and I try to travel as efficiently as I can.
Jarod Kintz (This Book is Not for Sale)
For scientific discovery, give me Scott; for speed and efficiency of travel, give me Amundsen; but when you are in a hopeless situation, when you are seeing no way out, get down on your knees and pray for Shackleton
Raymond Priestley
For scientific leadership give me Scott; for swift and efficient travel, Amundsen; but when you are in a hopeless situation, when there seems no way out, get down on your knees and pray for Shackleton.
Alfred Lansing (Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage)
The multiplication of technologies in the name of efficiency is actually eradicating free time by making it possible to maximize the time and place for production and minimize the unstructured travel time in between…Too, the rhetoric of efficiency around these technologies suggests that what cannot be quantified cannot be valued-that that vast array of pleasures which fall into the category of doing nothing in particular, of woolgathering, cloud-gazing, wandering, window-shopping, are nothing but voids to be filled by something more definite, more production, or faster-paced…I like walking because it is slow, and I suspect that the mind, like the feet, works at about three miles an hour. If this is so, then modern life is moving faster than the speed of thought or thoughtfulness.
Rebecca Solnit (Wanderlust: A History of Walking)
a human on a bicycle is the most efficient traveler among all machines and animals.
Charles Montgomery (Happy City: Transforming Our Lives Through Urban Design)
We're giving up free range, getting organized, feathering our emotions. Efficiency an effectiveness and all those other pieces of intellectual artifice. And with the loss of free range, the cowboy disappears, along with the mountain lion and gray wolf. There's not much room left for travelers.
Robert James Waller (The Bridges of Madison County)
Efficiency involves attentiveness to those things that must be dealt with before they become such overwhelming problems that they cause far more damage than necessary.
M. Scott Peck (The Road Less Traveled & Beyond: Spiritual Growth in an Age of Anxiety)
Habits are undeniably useful tools, relieving us of the need to run a complex mental operation every time we’re confronted with a new task or situation. Yet they also relieve us of the need to stay awake to the world: to attend, feel, think, and then act in a deliberate manner. (That is, from freedom rather than compulsion.) If you need to be reminded how completely mental habit blinds us to experience, just take a trip to an unfamiliar country. Suddenly you wake up! And the algorithms of everyday life all but start over, as if from scratch. This is why the various travel metaphors for the psychedelic experience are so apt. The efficiencies of the adult mind, useful as they are, blind us to the present moment. We’re constantly jumping ahead to the next thing. We approach experience much as an artificial intelligence (AI) program does, with our brains continually translating the data of the present into the terms of the past, reaching back in time for the relevant experience, and then using that to make its best guess as to how to predict and navigate the future. One of the things that commends travel, art, nature, work, and certain drugs to us is the way these experiences, at their best, block every mental path forward and back, immersing us in the flow of a present that is literally wonderful—wonder being the by-product of precisely the kind of unencumbered first sight, or virginal noticing, to which the adult brain has closed itself. (It’s so inefficient!) Alas, most of the time I inhabit a near-future tense, my psychic thermostat set to a low simmer of anticipation and, too often, worry. The good thing is I’m seldom surprised. The bad thing is I’m seldom surprised.
Michael Pollan (How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence)
Travel by canoe is not a necessity, and will nevermore be the most efficient way to get from one region to another, or even from one lake to another anywhere. A canoe trip has become simply a rite of oneness with certain terrain, a diversion off the field, an art performed not because it is a necessity but because there is value in the art itself.
John McPhee
It’s pretty hard to get to another star system. Alpha Centauri is four light years away, so if you go at 10 per cent of the speed of light, it’s going to take you 40 years, and that’s assuming you can instantly reach that speed, which isn’t going to be the case. You have to accelerate. You have to build up to 20 or 30 per cent and then slow down, assuming you want to stay at Alpha Centauri and not go zipping past. It’s just hard. With current life spans, you need generational ships. You need antimatter drives, because that’s the most mass-efficient. It’s doable, but it’s super slow.
Elon Musk
The Netherlands, for all its faults, was happier than Britain, more efficient than France, more tolerant than America, more worldly than Norway, more modern than Belgium and more fun than Germany.
Ben Coates (Why the Dutch are Different: A Journey into the Hidden Heart of the Netherlands: From Amsterdam to Zwarte Piet, the acclaimed guide to travel in Holland)
What name do I have for you? Certainly there is no name for you In the sense that the stars have names That somehow fit them. Just walking around, An object of curiosity to some, But you are too preoccupied By the secret smudge in the back of your soul To say much and wander around, Smiling to yourself and others. It gets to be kind of lonely But at the same time off-putting. Counterproductive, as you realize once again That the longest way is the most efficient way, The one that looped among islands, and You always seemed to be traveling in a circle. And now that the end is near The segments of the trip swing open like an orange. There is light in there and mystery and food. Come see it. Come not for me but it. But if I am still there, grant that we may see each other.
John Ashbery (A Wave)
For first-time vagabonders, this can be one of the hardest travel lessons to grasp, since it will seem that there are so many amazing sights and experiences to squeeze in. You must keep in mind, however, that the whole point of long-term travel is having the time to move deliberately through the world. Vagabonding is about not merely reallotting a portion of your life for travel but rediscovering the entire concept of time. At home, you’re conditioned to get to the point and get things done, to favor goals and efficiency over moment-by-moment distinction. On the road, you learn to improvise your days, take a second look at everything you see, and not obsess over your schedule.
Rolf Potts (Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel)
For scientific leadership, give me Scott; for swift and efficient travel, Amundsen; but when you are in a hopeless situation, when there seems to be no way out, get on your knees and pray for Shackleton.
David Grann (The White Darkness)
I can hear all I want about sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll on the playground, but only the Girl Scouts know the step-by-steps for limbering up a a new book without injuring the binding and the how-tos of packing a suitcase to be a more efficient traveler. The only thing harder to come by around here than a suitcase is a brand-new book, but I keep the Girl Scout motto as close to my heart as the promise anyway: Be Prepared.
Tupelo Hassman (Girlchild)
As a physician, I was trained to deal with uncertainty as aggressively as I dealt with disease itself. The unknown was the enemy. Within this worldview, having a question feels like an emergency; it means that something is out of control and needs to be made known as rapidly, efficiently, and cost-effectively as possible. But death has taken me to the edge of certainty, to the place of questions. After years of trading mystery for mastery, it was hard and even frightening to stop offering myself reasonable explanations for some of the things that I observed and that others told me, and simply take them as they are. "I don't know" had long been a statement of shame, of personal and professional failing. In all of my training I do not recall hearing it said aloud even once. But as I listened to more and more people with life-threatening illnesses tell their stories, not knowing simply became a matter of integrity. Things happened. And the explanations I offered myself became increasingly hollow, like a child whistling in the dark. The truth was that very often I didn't know and couldn't explain, and finally, weighed down by the many, many instances of the mysterious which are such an integral part of illness and healing, I surrendered. It was a moment of awakening. For the first time, I became curious about the things I had been unwilling to see before, more sensitive to inconsistencies I had glibly explained or successfully ignored, more willing to ask people questions and draw them out about stories I would have otherwise dismissed. What I have found in the end was that the life I had defended as a doctor as precious was also Holy. I no longer feel that life is ordinary. Everyday life is filled with mystery. The things we know are only a small part of the things we cannot know but can only glimpse. Yet even the smallest of glimpses can sustain us. Mystery seems to have the power to comfort, to offer hope, and to lend meaning in times of loss and pain. In surprising ways it is the mysterious that strengthens us at such times. I used to try to offer people certainty in times that were not at all certain and could not be made certain. I now just offer my companionship and share my sense of mystery, of the possible, of wonder. After twenty years of working with people with cancer, I find it possible to neither doubt nor accept the unprovable but simply to remain open and wait. I accept that I may never know where truth lies in such matters. The most important questions don't seem to have ready answers. But the questions themselves have a healing power when they are shared. An answer is an invitation to stop thinking about something, to stop wondering. Life has no such stopping places, life is a process whose every event is connected to the moment that just went by. An unanswered question is a fine traveling companion. It sharpens your eye for the road.
Rachel Naomi Remen (Kitchen Table Wisdom: Stories that Heal)
Still, not even a cynic could deny Shackleton’s gifts as a commander. As one polar explorer put it, “For scientific leadership, give me Scott; for swift and efficient travel, Amundsen; but when you are in a hopeless situation, when there seems to be no way out, get on your knees and pray for Shackleton.
David Grann (The White Darkness)
There are countries in which the communal provision of housing, transport, education and health care is so inferior that inhabitants will naturally seek to escape involvement with the masses by barricading themselves behind solid walls. The desire for high status is never stronger than in situations where 'ordinary' life fails to answer a median need for dignity or comfort. Then there are communities—far fewer in number and typically imbued with a strong (often Protestant) Christian heritage—whose public realms exude respect in their principles and architecture, and whose citizens are therefore under less compulsion to retreat into a private domain. Indeed, we may find that some of our ambitions for personal glory fade when the public spaces and facilities to which we enjoy access are themselves glorious to behold; in such a context, ordinary citizenship may come to seem an adequate goal. In Switzerland's largest city, for instance, the need to own a car in order to avoid sharing a bus or train with strangers loses some of the urgency it has in Los Angeles or London, thanks to Zurich's superlative train network, which is clean, safe, warm and edifying in its punctuality and technical prowess. There is little reason to travel in an automotive cocoon when, for a fare of only a few francs, an efficient, stately tramway will provide transport from point A to point B at a level of comfort an emperor might have envied. One insight to be drawn from Christianity and applied to communal ethics is that, insofar as we can recover a sense of the preciousness of every human being and, even more important, legislate for spaces and manner that embody such a reverence in their makeup, then the notion of the ordinary will shed its darker associations, and, correspondingly, the desires to triumph and to be insulated will weaken, to the psychological benefit of all.
Alain de Botton (Status Anxiety)
Efficiency is a capitalist term that assumes one has the goal of achieving a certain level of productivity.
Jason Wilson (The Best American Travel Writing 2014)
Our arrival there and not at a busier, more crowded airport on the other side of town was yet another example of the magical efficiency and convenience of vampire travel.
Deborah Harkness (A Discovery of Witches (All Souls Trilogy, #1))
Travel by water was often faster, smoother, more efficient, and in many circumstances safer and more convenient than overland travel, which presents obstacles and threats from animals, people, terrain, and even the conventions and institutions of shoreside society.
Lincoln Paine (The Sea and Civilization: A Maritime History of the World)
The rise of Autism has coincided with: 1. Color televisions. 2. Double glazing & window coatings. 3. Insulated homes that are abnormally quiet. 4. Cell phones. 5. Satellites. 6. Affordable Jet Travel. 7. Home computers & video games. 8. Energy efficient light bulbs. 9. Immunizations. 10. Global Pollution. 11. Processed foods. 12. Adoption of cars by the masses. 13. Radioactive smoke detectors in the home. 14. Increasing television screen sizes. 15. WiFi. 16. Energy Star homes that are sealed up and lacking external fresh air ventilation. 17. FM stereo radio.
Steven Magee
Singapore is what your city could become if everyone obeyed the rules, did their jobs diligently, and just shut up. When your city gets to be this paragon of efficiency and discipline, would you still want to live there? Singapore is a model city, which is terrific if you happen to be a model human.
Jessica Zafra (Twisted Travels)
Strong ties provide bonds, but weak ties serve as bridges: they provide more efficient access to new information. Our strong ties tend to travel in the same social circles and know about the same opportunities as we do. Weak ties are more likely to open up access to a different network, facilitating the discovery of original leads.
Adam M. Grant (Give and Take: From the author of million-copy bestseller THINK AGAIN)
With this exponential growth of robots, we could soon have a fleet large enough to do the work of altering the desert landscape. They would mine the soil, construct new factories, and make unlimited copies of themselves cheaply and efficiently. They could create a vast agricultural industry and propel the rise of modern civilization not just on Mars, but throughout space, conducting mining operations in the asteroid belt, building laser batteries on the moon, assembling gigantic starships in orbit, and laying the foundations for colonies on distant exoplanets. It would be a stunning achievement to successfully design and deploy self-replicating machines. But beyond that milestone remains
Michio Kaku (The Future of Humanity: Terraforming Mars, Interstellar Travel, Immortality, and Our Destiny Beyond)
Fans of mainframe computers boasted of the benefits of handling many jobs in large batches. But the mainframe was as efficient as mass transit—wonderful as long as everyone wanted to travel to the same place at the same time. The PC was like an automobile; it would go anywhere its driver wanted. Instead of organizing work around the mainframe’s schedule, a person with a PC could do computing anytime. The
G. Pascal Zachary (Showstopper!: The Breakneck Race to Create Windows NT and the Next Generation at Microsoft)
Report by the Railway Board on Indian Railways for 1938-39. It contained, among other things, photographs to show how efficient Indian Railways was. A set of two pictures, reproduced side by side, caught my eye: both pictures were of the Lucknow railway station—one showed the Mohammedan Refreshment Room and the other, the Hindu Refreshment Room. Patrons in both the refreshment rooms could be seen dining happily, served by liveried waiters.
Bishwanath Ghosh (Gazing at Neighbours: Travels Along the Line That Partitioned India)
For example, typhus was initially transmitted between rats by rat fleas, which sufficed for a while to transfer typhus from rats to humans. Eventually, typhus microbes discovered that human body lice offered a much more efficient method of traveling directly between humans. Now that Americans have mostly deloused themselves, typhus has discovered a new route into us: by infecting eastern North American flying squirrels and then transferring to people whose attics harbor flying squirrels.
Jared Diamond (Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies)
But the greatest human problems are not social problems, but decisions that the individual has to make alone. The most important feelings of which man is capable emphasise his separateness from other people, not his kinship with them. The feelings of a mountaineer towards a mountain emphasise his kinship with the mountain rather than with the rest of mankind. The same goes for the leap of the heart experienced by a sailor when he smells the sea, or for the astronomer’s feeling about the stars, or for the archaeologist’s love of the past. My feeling of love for my fellowmen makes me aware of my humanness; but my feeling about a mountain gives me an oddly nonhuman sensation. It would be incorrect, perhaps, to call it ‘superhuman’; but it nevertheless gives me a sense of transcending my everyday humanity. Maslow’s importance is that he has placed these experiences of ‘transcendence’ at the centre of his psychology. He sees them as the compass by which man gains a sense of the magnetic north of his existence. They bring a glimpse of ‘the source of power, meaning and purpose’ inside himself. This can be seen with great clarity in the matter of the cure of alcoholics. Alcoholism arises from what I have called ‘generalised hypertension’, a feeling of strain or anxiety about practically everything. It might be described as a ‘passively negative’ attitude towards existence. The negativity prevents proper relaxation; there is a perpetual excess of adrenalin in the bloodstream. Alcohol may produce the necessary relaxation, switch off the anxiety, allow one to feel like a real human being instead of a bundle of over-tense nerves. Recurrence of the hypertension makes the alcoholic remedy a habit, but the disadvantages soon begin to outweigh the advantage: hangovers, headaches, fatigue, guilt, general inefficiency. And, above all, passivity. The alcoholics are given mescalin or LSD, and then peak experiences are induced by means of music or poetry or colours blending on a screen. They are suddenly gripped and shaken by a sense of meaning, of just how incredibly interesting life can be for the undefeated. They also become aware of the vicious circle involved in alcoholism: misery and passivity leading to a general running-down of the vital powers, and to the lower levels of perception that are the outcome of fatigue. ‘The spirit world shuts not its gates, Your heart is dead, your senses sleep,’ says the Earth Spirit to Faust. And the senses sleep when there is not enough energy to run them efficiently. On the other hand, when the level of will and determination is high, the senses wake up. (Maslow was not particularly literary, or he might have been amused to think that Faust is suffering from exactly the same problem as the girl in the chewing gum factory (described earlier), and that he had, incidentally, solved a problem that had troubled European culture for nearly two centuries). Peak experiences are a by-product of this higher energy-drive. The alcoholic drinks because he is seeking peak experiences; (the same, of course, goes for all addicts, whether of drugs or tobacco.) In fact, he is moving away from them, like a lost traveller walking away from the inn in which he hopes to spend the night. The moment he sees with clarity what he needs to do to regain the peak experience, he does an about-face and ceases to be an alcoholic.
Colin Wilson (New Pathways in Psychology: Maslow & the Post-Freudian Revolution)
Rudolf Diesel deliberately set out to design a new, more efficient, prime mover, and by 1897 his first (heavy and stationary) engine had reached an efficiency of 30 percent, double the performance of the best steam engines.[40] But the first marine engine was installed only in 1912 on Christian X, a Danish freighter. Diesel-powered ships carried much less fuel than coal-fired steamers, but could travel further without refueling because the new engines were nearly twice as efficient—and because, per unit of mass, diesel oil contains nearly twice as much energy. An
Vaclav Smil (How the World Really Works: The Science Behind How We Got Here and Where We're Going)
People are willing to do such things when they trust the figments of their collective imagination. Trust is the raw material from which all types of money are minted. When a wealthy farmer sold his possessions for a sack of cowry shells and travelled with them to another province, he trusted that upon reaching his destination other people would be willing to sell him rice, houses and fields in exchange for the shells. Money is accordingly a system of mutual trust, and not just any system of mutual trust: money is the most universal and most efficient system of mutual trust ever devised.
Yuval Noah Harari (Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind)
As one travels up any one of the large rivers [of Borneo] ,one meets with tribes that are successively more warlike. In the coast regions are peaceful communities which never fight save in self-defense, and then with but poor success, whereas in the central regions, where the rivers take their rise, are a number of extremely warlike tribes whose raids have been a constant source of terror to the communities settled in the lower reaches of the rivers.... It might be supposed that the peaceful coast people would be found to be superior in moral qualities to their more warlike neighbors, but the contrary is the case. In almost all respects the advantage lies with the warlike tribes. Their houses are better built, larger, and cleaner; their domestic morality is superior; they are physically stronger, are braver, and physically and mentally more active and in general are more trustworthy. But, above all, their social organization is firmer and more efficient because their respect for and obedience to their chiefs and their loyalty to their community are much greater; each man identifies himself with the whole community and accepts and loyally performs the social duties laid upon him.
William McDougall
Edison knew he had a problem: direct current didn’t travel well. It had to be used at low voltage. It wasn’t easily transformed. The standard method of transforming direct current from one voltage to another involved (a) using DC to run a DC motor that (b) turned a generator to generate AC, which (c) a transformer then raised to a higher voltage, after which (d) a device called a rectifier converted the AC back to DC. At the other end of the line, converting higher-voltage direct current back to low voltage required another pass through a motor-generator system. Such a complicated process was inefficient, with losses of efficiency at each stage and correspondingly increased expense.
Richard Rhodes (Energy: A Human History)
After all, a kiss between real lovers is not some type of contract, a neatly defined moment of pleasure, something obtained by greedy conquest, or any kind of clear saying of how it is. It is a grief-drenched hatching of two hearts into some ecstatic never-before-seen bird whose new uncategorizable form, unrecognized by the status quo, gives the slip to Death's sure rational deal. For love is a delicious and always messy extension of life that unfrantically outgrows mortality's rigid insistence on precise and efficient definition. Having all the answers means you haven't really ecstatically kissed or lived, thereby declaring the world defined and already finished. Loving all the questions on the other hand is a vitality that makes any length of life worth living. Loving doesn't mean you know all the notes and that you have to play all the notes, it just means you have to play the few notes you have long and beautifully. Like the sight of a truly beautiful young woman, smooth and gliding, melting hearts at even a distant glimpse, that no words, no matter how capable, can truly describe; a woman whose beauty is only really known by those who take a perch on the vista of time to watch the years of life speak out their long ornate sentences of grooves as they slowly stretch into her smoothness, wrinkling her as she glides struggling, decade by decade, her gait mitigated by a long trail of heavy loads, joys, losses, and suffering whose joint-aching years of traveling into a mastery of her own artistry of living, becomes even more than beauty something about which though we are even now no more capable of addressing than before, our admiration as original Earth-loving human beings should nonetheless never remain silent. And for that beauty we should never sing about, but only sing directly to it. Straightforward, cold, and inornate description in the presence of such living evidence of the flowering speech of the Holy in the Seed would be death of both the beauty and the speaker. Even if we always fail when we speak, we must be willing to fail magnificently, for even an eloquent failure, if in the service of life, feeds the Divine. Is it not a magical thing, this life, when just a little ash, cinder, and unclear water can arrange themselves into a beautiful old woman who sways, lifts, kisses, loves, sickens, argues, loses, bears up under it all, and, wrinkling, still lives under all that and yet feeds the Holy in Nature by just the way she moves barefoot down a path? If we can find the hearts, tongues, and brightness of our original souls, broken or not, then no matter from what mess we might have sprung today, we would be like those old-time speakers of life; every one of us would have it in our nature to feel obligated by such true living beauty as to know we have to say something in its presence if only for our utter feeling of awe. For, finally learning to approach something respectfully with love, slowly with the courtesy of an ornate indirectness, not describing what we see but praising the magnificence of her half-smiles of grief and persistent radiance rolling up from the weight-bearing thumping of her fine, well-oiled dusty old feet shuffling toward the dawn reeds at the edge of her part of the lake to fetch a head-balanced little clay jar of water to cook the family breakfast, we would know why the powerful Father Sun himself hurries to get his daily glimpse of her, only rising early because she does.
Martin Prechtel (The Unlikely Peace at Cuchumaquic: The Parallel Lives of People as Plants: Keeping the Seeds Alive)
5. Move toward resistance and pain A. Bill Bradley (b. 1943) fell in love with the sport of basketball somewhere around the age of ten. He had one advantage over his peers—he was tall for his age. But beyond that, he had no real natural gift for the game. He was slow and gawky, and could not jump very high. None of the aspects of the game came easily to him. He would have to compensate for all of his inadequacies through sheer practice. And so he proceeded to devise one of the most rigorous and efficient training routines in the history of sports. Managing to get his hands on the keys to the high school gym, he created for himself a schedule—three and a half hours of practice after school and on Sundays, eight hours every Saturday, and three hours a day during the summer. Over the years, he would keep rigidly to this schedule. In the gym, he would put ten-pound weights in his shoes to strengthen his legs and give him more spring to his jump. His greatest weaknesses, he decided, were his dribbling and his overall slowness. He would have to work on these and also transform himself into a superior passer to make up for his lack of speed. For this purpose, he devised various exercises. He wore eyeglass frames with pieces of cardboard taped to the bottom, so he could not see the basketball while he practiced dribbling. This would train him to always look around him rather than at the ball—a key skill in passing. He set up chairs on the court to act as opponents. He would dribble around them, back and forth, for hours, until he could glide past them, quickly changing direction. He spent hours at both of these exercises, well past any feelings of boredom or pain. Walking down the main street of his hometown in Missouri, he would keep his eyes focused straight ahead and try to notice the goods in the store windows, on either side, without turning his head. He worked on this endlessly, developing his peripheral vision so he could see more of the court. In his room at home, he practiced pivot moves and fakes well into the night—such skills that would also help him compensate for his lack of speed. Bradley put all of his creative energy into coming up with novel and effective ways of practicing. One time his family traveled to Europe via transatlantic ship. Finally, they thought, he would give his training regimen a break—there was really no place to practice on board. But below deck and running the length of the ship were two corridors, 900 feet long and quite narrow—just enough room for two passengers. This was the perfect location to practice dribbling at top speed while maintaining perfect ball control. To make it even harder, he decided to wear special eyeglasses that narrowed his vision. For hours every day he dribbled up one side and down the other, until the voyage was done. Working this way over the years, Bradley slowly transformed himself into one of the biggest stars in basketball—first as an All-American at Princeton University and then as a professional with the New York Knicks. Fans were in awe of his ability to make the most astounding passes, as if he had eyes on the back and sides of his head—not to mention his dribbling prowess, his incredible arsenal of fakes and pivots, and his complete gracefulness on the court. Little did they know that such apparent ease was the result of so many hours of intense practice over so many years.
Robert Greene (Mastery)
Best Place to Buy Verified Wise Accounts ✅ Contact Us for more Information’s: ✅ Telegram: @Egsmmofficial ✅ WhatsApp: +1 (747) 315-9408 ✅ Email: egsmm24@gmail.com Buy verified Wise accounts ensures secure and hassle-free international money transfers. It saves time and enhances transaction reliability. Wise, formerly known as TransferWise, is a popular online money transfer service. It offers low-cost, fast, and secure international transactions. Verified Wise accounts come with additional security features. These features ensure your money is safe and transfers are smooth. Using a verified account also provides greater transaction limits. This is especially beneficial for businesses and frequent travelers. Wise supports multiple currencies, making it convenient for global use. Its user-friendly platform is accessible via web and mobile apps. Buying a verified Wise account is a smart choice for anyone needing reliable international money transfers. Introduction To Egsmm.com And Its Services Egsmm.com offers a seamless solution to buy verified Wise accounts, ensuring secure and swift transactions. Enhance your financial operations with our reliable services tailored to meet your needs. Navigating the digital world can be complex. Egsmm.com simplifies it by offering verified Wise accounts. Let’s dive into their services and understand their offerings. What Egsmm.com Offers Egsmm.com provides a variety of services to cater to digital financial needs: Verified Wise Accounts: Fully verified and ready for use. Secure Transactions: Ensures your transactions are safe. Customer Support: Available 24/7 to resolve any issues. Competitive Pricing: Affordable rates for high-quality services. Why Choose Egsmm.com Opting for Egsmm.com brings several advantages. Here’s why it’s a great choice: Trustworthy Source: Known for reliability in the market. Efficient Service: Quick and hassle-free account setup. Positive Reviews: Numerous satisfied customers. How Egsmm.com Ensures Security Your security is a top priority at Egsmm.com. They have stringent measures in place: Advanced Encryption: Protects your data from breaches. Regular Audits: Ensures compliance with security standards. Dedicated Team: Monitors transactions to prevent fraud. Benefits Of Verified Wise Accounts Verified Wise accounts come with multiple perks. Here’s a quick look at them: International Transactions: Seamlessly send and receive money globally. Lower Fees: Enjoy reduced transaction costs. Enhanced Trust: Builds credibility with your clients and partners. What Is Transferwise And Why Is It Important? TransferWise, now known as Wise, offers seamless international money transfers with low fees and transparent exchange rates. Buying verified Wise accounts ensures secure transactions and instant access to global financial services. In today’s digital age, managing finances across borders can be a challenge. That’s where TransferWise steps in, offering a seamless way to handle international transactions. But what exactly is TransferWise, and why is it so crucial in the financial landscape? Let’s delve into the details. What Is Transferwise? TransferWise, now known as Wise, is a financial technology company. It provides online money transfer services. Here’s a quick overview of its main features: Low Fees: TransferWise offers competitive exchange rates and low transfer fees. Speed: Most transfers are completed within 24 hours.
Buy Wise Account Fully Verified Quotes
For first-time Soviet travelers to the West a visit to a supermarket produced the biggest effect. The contrast between half-empty, gloomy Soviet food stores and glittering Western palaces with an abundant selection of food was mind-boggling. Not a single Soviet visitor was prepared for the sight of pyramids of oranges, pineapples, tomatoes, bananas; endless varieties of fresh fish and meat, in lieu of a butcher cutting chunks from bluish hulks from a freezer; efficient cashiers with a smiling attitude, instead of rude saleswomen doling out greasy cans and jars to a long line of desperately hungry customers. And then actually to be allowed to touch, to smell, to savor! A severe aftershock awaited Soviet visitors upon their subsequent return to the Soviet Union, and to scenes of misery. This experience changed Soviet travelers forever. Western standards, unimaginable before, immediately became the new norm. Soviet realities, part of everyday habit, suddenly became “abnormal” and therefore revolting, unbearable.
Vladislav M. Zubok (Collapse: The Fall of the Soviet Union)
In other words, money isn’t a material reality – it is a psychological construct. It works by converting matter into mind. But why does it succeed? Why should anyone be willing to exchange a fertile rice paddy for a handful of useless cowry shells? Why are you willing to flip hamburgers, sell health insurance or babysit three obnoxious brats when all you get for your exertions is a few pieces of coloured paper? People are willing to do such things when they trust the figments of their collective imagination. Trust is the raw material from which all types of money are minted. When a wealthy farmer sold his possessions for a sack of cowry shells and travelled with them to another province, he trusted that upon reaching his destination other people would be willing to sell him rice, houses and fields in exchange for the shells. Money is accordingly a system of mutual trust, and not just any system of mutual trust: money is the most universal and most efficient system of mutual trust ever devised. What created this trust was a very complex and long-term network of political, social and economic relations. Why do I believe in the cowry shell or gold coin or dollar bill? Because my neighbours believe in them. And my neighbours believe in them because I believe in them. And we all believe in them because our king believes in them and demands them in taxes, and because our priest believes in them and demands them in tithes. Take a dollar bill and look at it carefully. You will see that it is simply a colourful piece of paper with the signature of the US secretary of the treasury on one side, and the slogan ‘In God We Trust’ on the other. We accept the dollar in payment, because we trust in God and the US secretary of the treasury. The crucial role of trust explains why our financial systems are so tightly bound up with our political, social and ideological systems, why financial crises are often triggered by political developments, and why the stock market can rise or fall depending on the way traders feel on a particular morning.
Yuval Noah Harari (Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind)
Evolution optimizes strongly for energy efficiency because of limited food supply, not for ease of construction or understanding by human engineers. My wife, Meia, likes to point out that the aviation industry didn’t start with mechanical birds. Indeed, when we finally figured out how to build mechanical birds in 2011,1 more than a century after the Wright brothers’ first flight, the aviation industry showed no interest in switching to wing-flapping mechanical-bird travel, even though it’s more energy efficient—because our simpler earlier solution is better suited to our travel needs. In the same way, I suspect that there are simpler ways to build human-level thinking machines than the solution evolution came up with, and even if we one day manage to replicate or upload brains, we’ll end up discovering one of those simpler solutions first. It will probably draw more than the twelve watts of power that your brain uses, but its engineers won’t be as obsessed about energy efficiency as evolution was—and soon enough, they’ll be able to use their intelligent machines to design more energy-efficient ones.
Max Tegmark (Life 3.0: Being Human in the Age of Artificial Intelligence)
Cowry shells and dollars have value only in our common imagination. Their worth is not inherent in the chemical structure of the shells and paper, or their colour, or their shape. In other words, money isn’t a material reality – it is a psychological construct. It works by converting matter into mind. But why does it succeed? Why should anyone be willing to exchange a fertile rice paddy for a handful of useless cowry shells? Why are you willing to flip hamburgers, sell health insurance or babysit three obnoxious brats when all you get for your exertions is a few pieces of coloured paper? People are willing to do such things when they trust the figments of their collective imagination. Trust is the raw material from which all types of money are minted. When a wealthy farmer sold his possessions for a sack of cowry shells and travelled with them to another province, he trusted that upon reaching his destination other people would be willing to sell him rice, houses and fields in exchange for the shells. Money is accordingly a system of mutual trust, and not just any system of mutual trust: money is the most universal and most efficient system of mutual trust ever devised.
Yuval Noah Harari (Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind)
Dr. Freud said he would like to see me again,” she said, finally. “I just bet he would!” Irene laughed. “He collects beetles of all sorts, and you resemble a gray beetle that seems ordinary, but shine a light on it and it begins to shimmer like an opal—blue and green, all cool colors for you, I think. You know, when all of you had just arrived here, I admired your self-control. Here you were in a strange country, determined to rescue a woman you didn’t know from a danger you didn’t understand, all because a friend had asked you to. You were tired from a long journey, yet there you were, coolly making plans. Then later I realized it wasn’t self-control at all—it’s simply the way you are, like Sherlock. He can’t help it either. When there’s a problem to be solved, he sits down and solves it: rationally, efficiently.” Mary opened her mouth to protest. “I don’t mean that you’re emotionless, my dear. I just mean that your emotions are, themselves, efficient, rational. Please don’t misunderstand me—I admire you very much and I would like to be your friend. But you remind me of Sherlock more than anyone I’ve ever met.” “I think that’s a compliment?” said Mary. “I mean, I find him dreadfully aggravating, sometimes. . . .” “Don’t we all!
Theodora Goss (European Travel for the Monstrous Gentlewoman (The Extraordinary Adventures of the Athena Club, #2))
It is of more than historical interest to reflect that Henry Ford modeled his assembly line car production after visiting a Chicago slaughterhouse in the early 1900s. He watched the suspended animals, legs shackled and heads downward, on a moving conveyor as they traveled from worker to worker, each of whom performed a step in the slaughtering process. Ford immediately saw that it was a perfect model for the automobile industry, creating an assembly method of building cars. More than efficient, the slaughtering assembly line offered workers a newly found detachment in the whole messy business of killing animals. Animals were reduced to factory products and the emotionally deadened workers could see themselves as line workers rather than animal killers. Later, the Nazis used the same slaughterhouse model for their mass murders in the concentration camps. The factory-style assembly line became a way for Nazi soldiers to detach from the killing--seeing the victims as "animals," and themselves as workers. Henry Ford, a rampant anti-Semite, not only developed the assembly line method later used in the Holocaust, he openly admired the Nazis' efficiency. Hitler returned the admiration. The German leader considered "Heinrich Ford" a comrade-in-arms and kept a life-sized portrait of the automobile mogul in his office at the Nazi Party headquarters.
Jane Goodall
Paper money, virtually unknown in the West until Marco’s return, revolutionized finance and commerce throughout the West. Coal, another item that had caught Marco’s attention in China, provided a new and relatively efficient source of heat to an energy-starved Europe. Eyeglasses (in the form of ground lenses), which some accounts say he brought back with him, became accepted as a remedy for failing eyesight. In addition, lenses gave rise to the telescope—which in turn revolutionized naval battles, since it allowed combatants to view ships at a great distance—and the microscope. Two hundred years later, Galileo used the telescope—based on the same technology—to revolutionize science and cosmology by supporting and disseminating the Copernican theory that Earth and other planets revolved around the Sun. Gunpowder, which the Chinese had employed for at least three centuries, revolutionized European warfare as armies exchanged their lances, swords, and crossbows for cannon, portable harquebuses, and pistols. Marco brought back gifts of a more personal nature as well. The golden paiza, or passport, given to him by Kublai Khan had seen him through years of travel, war, and hardship. Marco kept it still, and would to the end of his days. He also brought back a Mongol servant, whom he named Peter, a living reminder of the status he had once enjoyed in a far-off land. In all, it is difficult to imagine the Renaissance—or, for that matter, the modern world—without the benefit of Marco Polo’s example of cultural transmission between East and West.
Laurence Bergreen (Marco Polo)
Can I book JetBlue Airlines flights through a frequent flyer program? Yes+1 (888) 206-1789 you can easily book JetBlue Airlines flights using your SkyMiles frequent flyer account by calling ☎️+1 (888) 206-1789 to redeem miles and plan your trip. JetBlue Airlines' SkyMiles program allows travelers to earn and use miles for flights+1 (888) 206-1789 upgrades+1 (888) 206-1789 and more. If you're unsure how many miles you need or how to apply them to a booking+1 (888) 206-1789 just call ☎️+1 (888) 206-1789 for assistance.​ Booking award travel through the frequent flyer program is simple once you link your SkyMiles account and find eligible flights. Still+1 (888) 206-1789 it’s best to call ☎️+1 (888) 206-1789 for exact redemption details and help with navigating the options. Many flights offer “Pay with Miles” features that mix points and cash+1 (888) 206-1789 and calling ☎️+1 (888) 206-1789 ensures you're choosing the best value. JetBlue Airlines often has mileage promotions and exclusive deals for SkyMiles members—another reason to speak with their support team at ☎️+1 (888) 206-1789. Whether you're using miles for yourself or booking for someone else+1 (888) 206-1789 trained agents can walk you through each step. Avoid confusion by calling ☎️+1 (888) 206-1789 and getting real-time help. JetBlue Airlines values its loyal customers+1 (888) 206-1789 and booking through the frequent flyer program is just one more way they reward travelers. When in doubt+1 (888) 206-1789 contact ☎️+1 (888) 206-1789 for efficient+1 (888) 206-1789 expert support. You must log in or register to reply here.
Rossie Sufia
Spelling Correction on Delta Ticket -Live Agent Help If you’ve noticed a spelling mistake on your Delta Airlines ticket, it’s essential to correct it as soon as possible to avoid any issues during check-in or boarding. The first step is to get in touch with Delta Airlines customer service at +1(844)634-0511. Whether the error is in your first name, last name, or a title like Mr. or Ms., customer service can assist you with making the necessary correction. For minor spelling corrections, customer service can typically process the change quickly, and you won’t experience any significant delays. However, if the correction involves a larger issue or if the ticket has already been issued with a significant discrepancy, you may need to cancel the reservation and rebook the ticket with the correct name. To discuss your options, reach out to customer service at +1(844)634-0511. They’ll help you determine whether your ticket is refundable and guide you through the rebooking process if necessary. Once your spelling correction is made, be sure to check your boarding pass to confirm that it reflects the updated information. It’s important to double-check everything to avoid any issues at the airport. If you encounter any problems or if the correction is not reflected on your boarding pass, call +1(844)634-0511 immediately for assistance. For any spelling issues or name discrepancies on your Delta Airlines ticket, reach out to customer service at +1(844)634-0511 for prompt and efficient resolution. They’ll ensure that your reservation is corrected, and your boarding pass is updated accordingly, so you can enjoy a smooth travel experience.
Alexandre Dumas
Gadgetry will continue to relieve mankind of tedious jobs. Kitchen units will be devised that will prepare ‘automeals,’ heating water and converting it to coffee; toasting bread; frying, poaching or scrambling eggs, grilling bacon, and so on. Breakfasts will be ‘ordered’ the night before to be ready by a specified hour the next morning. Communications will become sight-sound and you will see as well as hear the person you telephone. The screen can be used not only to see the people you call but also for studying documents and photographs and reading passages from books. Synchronous satellites, hovering in space will make it possible for you to direct-dial any spot on earth, including the weather stations in Antarctica. [M]en will continue to withdraw from nature in order to create an environment that will suit them better. By 2014, electroluminescent panels will be in common use. Ceilings and walls will glow softly, and in a variety of colors that will change at the touch of a push button. Robots will neither be common nor very good in 2014, but they will be in existence. The appliances of 2014 will have no electric cords, of course, for they will be powered by long- lived batteries running on radioisotopes. “[H]ighways … in the more advanced sections of the world will have passed their peak in 2014; there will be increasing emphasis on transportation that makes the least possible contact with the surface. There will be aircraft, of course, but even ground travel will increasingly take to the air a foot or two off the ground. [V]ehicles with ‘Robot-brains’ … can be set for particular destinations … that will then proceed there without interference by the slow reflexes of a human driver. [W]all screens will have replaced the ordinary set; but transparent cubes will be making their appearance in which three-dimensional viewing will be possible. [T]he world population will be 6,500,000,000 and the population of the United States will be 350,000,000. All earth will be a single choked Manhattan by A.D. 2450 and society will collapse long before that! There will, therefore, be a worldwide propaganda drive in favor of birth control by rational and humane methods and, by 2014, it will undoubtedly have taken serious effect. Ordinary agriculture will keep up with great difficulty and there will be ‘farms’ turning to the more efficient micro-organisms. Processed yeast and algae products will be available in a variety of flavors. The world of A.D. 2014 will have few routine jobs that cannot be done better by some machine than by any human being. Mankind will therefore have become largely a race of machine tenders. Schools will have to be oriented in this direction…. All the high-school students will be taught the fundamentals of computer technology will become proficient in binary arithmetic and will be trained to perfection in the use of the computer languages that will have developed out of those like the contemporary “Fortran". [M]ankind will suffer badly from the disease of boredom, a disease spreading more widely each year and growing in intensity. This will have serious mental, emotional and sociological consequences, and I dare say that psychiatry will be far and away the most important medical specialty in 2014. [T]he most glorious single word in the vocabulary will have become work! in our a society of enforced leisure.
Isaac Asimov
Replace Passenger Name on Delta Flight Ticket -Call for Quick Solutions If you need to replace the passenger name on your Delta Airlines flight ticket, +1(844)634-0511 the most efficient way to resolve this is by contacting customer service directly at +1(844)634-0511. Whether it’s due to a spelling mistake, a legal name change (like after marriage), or other reasons, +1(844)634-0511 Delta Airlines provides assistance with name corrections and ticket modifications. Start by calling +1(844)634-0511, where a live representative will assist you. They will ask for your reservation number and flight details to locate your ticket quickly. If the name change is simple +1(844)634-0511 (like correcting a spelling error), it can often be done without any charges. However, if the change is more complex, +1(844)634-0511 such as replacing a full name on the ticket, you may need to provide supporting documents like a marriage certificate. It’s important to act immediately +1(844)634-0511 after noticing any name discrepancies to avoid complications at the airport. Once you’ve contacted Delta Airlines at +1(844)634-0511, the representative will review your ticket and advise you on the next steps. Depending on the complexity of the name replacement, +1(844)634-0511 you may need to cancel your original ticket and purchase a new one. Keep in mind that service fees could apply if the ticket is non-refundable. Once your name correction is approved, Delta Airlines +1(844)634-0511 will issue a new boarding pass with the correct details. This ensures that you can board your flight without any issues related to name mismatches. Remember, contacting customer service immediately at +1(844)634-0511 will help you resolve the issue as quickly as possible, ensuring a smooth travel experience.
Alexandre Dumas
How Do I Get Delta Airlines to Answer? Service Assistance Line If you're wondering, "How do I get Delta Airlines to answer?", the quickest way to reach their customer service team is by calling +1(844)634-0511. This phone number connects you directly to Delta Airlines' customer support, where you can get help with any inquiries regarding your flight, booking, or name changes. By calling this number, you’ll be able to talk to a representative who can provide assistance, whether you need to make a reservation, modify an existing booking, or resolve an issue with your flight. If you're unable to get through immediately, it's recommended to try calling during off-peak hours to avoid long wait times. When you contact Delta Airlines at +1(844)634-0511, ensure you have your reservation number and details handy. This will speed up the process and help the representative assist you more effectively. If calling isn’t ideal for you, Delta Airlines also offers other ways to get in touch. You can visit their official website and use the online chat feature to connect with a live agent, or you can reach out to them on social media platforms like Twitter or Facebook for quicker responses. However, for more complex issues, especially those requiring changes to your ticket or reservation, calling +1(844)634-0511 remains the most efficient way to get direct support. For urgent concerns, don't hesitate to call +1(844)634-0511 right away. The customer service team is available to assist you with any questions you may have about your booking or travel. Once you’re in touch with Delta Airlines, they’ll quickly help you resolve your issue. In conclusion, to get Delta Airlines to answer quickly, the most effective method is to dial +1(844)634-0511. If necessary, use their online resources or social media to connect as well.
Alexandre Dumas
How to Get in Contact with Delta Airlines - Instant Answer Hub +1(844)634-0511 – Getting in contact with Delta Airlines is simple, especially when you call their dedicated customer service number at +1(844)634-0511. Whether you need help with a reservation, ticket change, name correction, or any other modification, speaking directly to a live agent is often the quickest and most reliable method. To ensure a smooth experience, when you contact Delta Airlines, have your booking information, including your reservation number and flight details, ready. This allows the representative to assist you immediately and efficiently, whether you need to make adjustments to your ticket or inquire about refundable options. Customer service at +1(844)634-0511 is available to handle a wide range of requests, such as correcting name errors on your reservation, canceling or switching a flight, or resolving issues with your boarding pass. Delta Airlines also helps with urgent situations, such as rebooking flights, replacing tickets, or managing travel disruptions. For quick and effective support, contacting Delta Airlines by phone is highly recommended. Their customer service team is well-trained to manage your inquiries and ensure that you receive the assistance you need, whether it's regarding flight cancellations, changes to your reservation, or any special requests. If you prefer an alternative communication method, Delta Airlines also provides customer support via email, social media, and live chat. However, for urgent or time-sensitive issues, calling +1(844)634-0511 is the most efficient option. When reaching out to Delta Airlines, remember that their agents are available to help with any travel-related issues, including making modifications to non-refundable tickets or handling marriage name changes. Always keep your booking reference and personal details handy when you call +1(844)634-0511 for a seamless experience. No matter the nature of your inquiry, getting in touch with Delta Airlines is quick and easy when you call +1(844)634-0511.
Alexandre Dumas
How Can I Get in Touch with Delta Airlines Fast? Top Solutions If you're looking to get in touch with Delta Airlines quickly, +1(844)634-0511 one of the most efficient ways is to call their customer service directly at +1(844)634-0511. By dialing this number, you will be connected to a live representative who can assist with any inquiries or issues related to your booking, +1(844)634-0511 ticketing, or other services. Delta Airlines strives to provide fast and responsive support, ensuring that you get the help you need as quickly as possible. When you contact Delta Airlines via +1(844)634-0511, you can ask for assistance with a variety of services such as editing your booking, making changes to a reservation, or even correcting passenger details on your ticket. +1(844)634-0511 If your flight has been delayed or you need to cancel it, their customer service team is available to help resolve any issues promptly. Remember, the quicker you dial +1(844)634-0511, the faster you can resolve your concerns. Another option for fast communication is through their +1(844)634-0511 live chat feature on the Delta Airlines website. However, speaking directly with a live agent via the phone remains one of the fastest ways +1(844)634-0511 to resolve any issues. Don’t forget that using the customer service line ensures that you're speaking to someone who can handle urgent matters immediately, from ticket modifications to name changes or even replacing a ticket entirely. In addition to calling +1(844)634-0511, +1(844)634-0511 Delta Airlines also offers email support, but this may take longer to receive a response. For time-sensitive issues, calling is always your best bet. +1(844)634-0511 Keep your reservation details handy when calling to make the process faster and more efficient. Lastly, if you're traveling and need assistance at the airport, +1(844)634-0511 look for the Delta Airlines customer service desk. +1(844)634-0511 The team there can help with last-minute changes or issues, including any changes you need to make to your boarding pass or ticket.
Alexandre Dumas
Replace Passenger Name on Delta Ticket -Immediate Help Desk If you need to replace a passenger's name on an Delta Airlines ticket, the quickest way to handle this is by contacting Delta Airlines Customer Service at +1(844)634-0511. It's essential to act fast to ensure your flight booking is corrected before your travel date. Delta Airlines allows minor corrections such as fixing spelling errors, but replacing an entire passenger’s name on a ticket might require special handling. To begin the process, get in touch with Delta Airlines at +1(844)634-0511. The customer service team will first assess your ticket’s eligibility for a name change. If the modification is feasible, they will guide you through submitting the required documents or providing any supporting evidence, such as legal name change documents, a marriage certificate, or proof of identification. For minor name corrections, such as spelling errors, the process is often quicker. However, if you are replacing the name entirely—for instance, in case of a transferred or reassigned ticket—Delta Airlines will confirm the availability of a new ticket under the corrected name. In some cases, there might be additional fees or fare differences, especially if the ticket is non-refundable. Once the name replacement has been processed, Delta Airlines will send you an updated boarding pass reflecting the corrected passenger name. It’s essential to check that all details match your official ID to avoid any issues during check-in or security. If you run into any difficulties or require urgent assistance, don’t hesitate to call +1(844)634-0511. Their customer service team is available to help resolve any name replacement issues immediately. They will also confirm if there are any other special considerations based on your specific reservation type, such as for refundable or non-refundable tickets. To ensure a smooth and quick name replacement process, get in touch with Delta Airlines at +1(844)634-0511 without delay. Whether it’s a simple correction or a full name replacement, they can assist with the modifications efficiently.
Alexandre Dumas
Name Correction on Delta Reservation -Live Service Help +1(844)634-0511 – Is there a name error on your Delta Airlines reservation? No need to stress! With just a quick phone call to Delta Airlines customer service at +1(844)634-0511, you can have it corrected in no time. Whether it's a simple spelling mistake, a switch between first and last names, or even a name change due to marriage, Delta Airlines makes it easy to resolve such issues efficiently. When it comes to name corrections on your reservation, Delta Airlines can typically accommodate minor changes, provided they do not affect the ticket's validity. However, it’s important to remember that any changes to the passenger’s name must be completed before the day of departure to avoid complications during check-in or boarding. For a name correction, contact Delta Airlines customer service immediately at +1(844)634-0511 and provide the necessary details. You’ll be asked for the booking reference number, the correct name, and a description of the error. The representative will quickly determine if the modification is possible and process the name correction. If your ticket is non-refundable or you purchased a special fare, the agent will inform you if any charges or restrictions apply. Name corrections on Delta Airlines are typically free of charge if the change is a minor edit, like fixing a spelling mistake. However, if the changes are more significant, like a full name swap or change, fees might apply. Once the correction is made, you’ll receive updated confirmation details, including a revised boarding pass. It’s important to review your updated reservation carefully to ensure everything is accurate. If there’s any issue or if you need further assistance, call Delta Airlines customer service again at +1(844)634-0511 to speak with a representative. Getting in touch with Delta Airlines quickly will ensure that your travel plans remain on track. Whether you need a simple name correction or more significant adjustments, always remember to contact customer service at +1(844)634-0511 before your travel date to avoid complications
Alexandre Dumas
How to Change Your Name When Booking Delta First Class -Talk to an Expert To change your name when booking an Delta Airlines First Class ticket, +1(844)634-0511 the most efficient way is to contact customer service at +1(844)634-0511. If you’ve noticed a spelling mistake, need to correct your name due to marriage, or for any other reason, +1(844)634-0511 calling directly is the best way to resolve the issue quickly and without hassle. Once you dial +1(844)634-0511, a live agent will assist you in making the necessary modifications to your reservation. You’ll need to provide your booking reference, ticket details, and possibly supporting documentation +1(844)634-0511 if the name change is due to legal reasons such as marriage. The customer service team will check your ticket and confirm whether the change is simple +1(844)634-0511 (such as correcting a typo) or whether it requires more complex steps, such as canceling and rebooking the reservation. For First Class bookings, especially if they are non-refundable, +1(844)634-0511 you will want to discuss any potential fees with the representative when you call +1(844)634-0511. If the name change requires you to cancel the current reservation, the agent will explain how to proceed +1(844)634-0511 with the rebooking, which might involve paying a fare difference. You’ll also want to confirm any service fees for the modification. By contacting customer service as soon as possible, +1(844)634-0511 you can ensure that your First Class ticket is updated quickly, avoiding complications with your boarding pass or ticket details. The sooner you resolve the issue, +1(844)634-0511 the smoother your experience will be. After the name change is completed, make sure you request confirmation of the updated ticket to avoid problems at the airport. In conclusion, whether you're changing your name due to a +1(844)634-0511 spelling correction, marriage, or another reason, calling +1(844)634-0511 ensures that your First Class reservation is updated efficiently and promptly. The customer service team will guide you through every step of the process, ensuring that you can continue with your travel plans without hassle.
Alexandre Dumas
How to Change Name on Delta Flight Ticket -Customer Careline If you need to change a name on your Delta Airlines flight ticket, +1(844)634-0511 the best way to start is by reaching out to customer service. Simply dial +1(844)634-0511 to speak with a live agent who can assist you with this process. It’s important to act quickly because changes made close to your travel date can sometimes be more complicated to manage. To change a name on your ticket, you will need to +1(844)634-0511 provide necessary documentation. If the name correction is due to a spelling mistake or other minor error, you can usually fix it quickly with the help +1(844)634-0511 of a representative. However, for a more complex change, such as changing the passenger name entirely or making +1(844)634-0511 corrections for reasons like marriage, Delta Airlines may have specific policies in place. When you call +1(844)634-0511, be sure to have your reservation number ready. This helps the representative to quickly locate your booking and assist you more efficiently. +1(844)634-0511 Depending on the situation, the airline may request supporting documents to process the change, such as a marriage certificate +1(844)634-0511 if the name change is related to a marriage. If you're wondering whether Delta Airlines will +1(844)634-0511 allow you to change the name entirely, it’s important to know that major name changes often require you to cancel your current reservation and book a new ticket. This is why calling +1(844)634-0511 as early as possible is essential to avoid any disruptions in your travel plans. In addition to name changes, the customer service +1(844)634-0511 team can assist with boarding pass issues, ticket replacement, and even refund inquiries. Delta Airlines strives to offer excellent customer service, +1(844)634-0511 making sure you have a smooth experience every step of the way. If your ticket is refundable, the representative can help you understand your options when changing the passenger name on your reservation. By contacting customer service immediately at +1(844)634-0511, you’ll ensure that your name change request is handled as quickly and smoothly as possible.
Alexandre Dumas
How Do I Get a Response from Delta Airlines? Talk to a Representative +1(844)634-0511 – If you need a response from Delta Airlines, the fastest and most reliable way is to contact them directly by calling their customer service number at +1(844)634-0511. This direct line will connect you with a live agent who can assist you with all your queries, including booking modifications, name corrections, flight changes, and more. Getting a response from Delta Airlines is essential, especially if you have urgent travel needs, such as a last-minute name correction or ticket modification. By calling +1(844)634-0511, you can immediately reach a customer service representative who will ensure that your request is handled swiftly and accurately. Whether you need assistance with a booking, require a refund, or want to update your reservation, Delta Airlines’ agents are equipped to address all inquiries. For general inquiries, calling the customer service number is often the fastest way to get a direct response. When you call +1(844)634-0511, the representative will assist with your questions about boarding passes, flight changes, and special requests, such as modifying your booking or correcting any mistakes in your reservation details. You can also inquire about refundable ticket options and non-refundable booking modifications, as well as the policies around name changes due to marriage or legal reasons. If you prefer other methods of communication, you can also reach out to Delta Airlines via their social media channels or their website's live chat option. However, keep in mind that speaking directly to a representative over the phone at +1(844)634-0511 tends to provide the fastest and most personalized response, especially when dealing with time-sensitive issues. Remember that when contacting Delta Airlines at +1(844)634-0511, it's helpful to have all relevant details on hand, such as your reservation number, ticket information, and any documentation related to your request. This ensures that the customer service representative can provide you with a quick and efficient response. For a hassle-free experience and to receive the best possible assistance, always call +1(844)634-0511. Their team is committed to ensuring you get the answers you need promptly.
Alexandre Dumas
Name Correction on Delta Ticket -Speak to Support If you need to make a name correction on your +1(844)634-0511 Delta Airlines ticket, the quickest way to get help is to contact their customer service at +1(844)634-0511. Whether it's a simple spelling mistake or a more complex correction related to a name change due to marriage, Delta Airlines offers support to ensure that your ticket information matches your official identification. The process to correct a name on your +1(844)634-0511 Delta Airlines booking is typically straightforward. Once you contact customer service by calling +1(844)634-0511, a representative will assist you in fixing the issue. You may need to provide proof of the name correction, such as documentation +1(844)634-0511 for a name change after marriage or other legal name changes. It is important to make the name correction as soon as you notice the mistake to avoid any complications when checking in or at the airport. Keep in mind that name corrections generally +1(844)634-0511 apply only to small changes like correcting a typo or adjusting a spelling error. +1(844)634-0511 If the change involves switching the name entirely or changing the passenger’s full name, Delta Airlines might treat it as a +1(844)634-0511 name change rather than a correction. This could lead to additional steps or even a cancellation and rebooking process. The customer service team at +1(844)634-0511 can also help with other ticket modifications, including rebooking or switching flights, ensuring that your reservation is up to date. They can also assist you with replacing your boarding pass if necessary after making the correction. In case you need to edit the name on your ticket for +1(844)634-0511 reasons like marriage or divorce, the sooner you contact Delta Airlines, the better. Always check the airline’s name correction policy for any applicable fees or requirements for making the change. By calling +1(844)634-0511, you ensure that any modifications are handled promptly and professionally, allowing you to continue with your travel plans without any hassle. Don’t wait until the last minute to make your name correction. Reach out to Delta Airlines customer service at +1(844)634-0511 as soon as possible to address the issue and receive the most efficient assistance.
Alexandre Dumas
How Do I Talk to a Customer Service Representative at Delta Airlines? Service Quick Connect To talk to a customer service representative at Delta Airlines, you should call +1(844)634-0511. This will connect you directly to a live person who can help with a wide variety of requests related to your flight, booking modifications, name changes, cancellations, or other travel-related concerns. Whether you need to change the name on your ticket, make adjustments to your reservation, or inquire about refundable ticket options, Delta Airlines’ customer service team is there to assist you. To start, dial +1(844)634-0511 and listen carefully to the automated menu options. Once you choose the correct prompt, you’ll be connected to a representative who can help you immediately. If you're calling about specific details, such as modifying your booking or canceling a flight, make sure to have your reservation number and any relevant details ready. This will allow the customer service representative to resolve your issue efficiently and without delay. Delta Airlines customer service representatives are available to assist with anything related to your reservation. Whether it’s about checking in for a flight, requesting an upgrade, or discussing any ticket modifications such as a name correction, speaking to a live representative ensures that you get personalized attention. Moreover, if you're traveling with a passenger who requires special assistance, you can discuss their specific needs with the representative, ensuring that everything is set before your travel date. If you need immediate assistance—whether it’s regarding a boarding pass issue, changing the name on a ticket due to marriage, or replacing a lost reservation—calling +1(844)634-0511 will connect you directly to a representative who can provide you with real-time solutions. Additionally, if you're facing travel disruptions, customer service can guide you through your options for rebooking or handling cancellations. In summary, the best way to talk to a customer service representative at Delta Airlines is by calling +1(844)634-0511. Be prepared with your reservation details, and the representative will assist you with your needs, whether it's modifying a booking, requesting a name change, or answering any other inquiries you may have.
Alexandre Dumas
{{{!!!!Q@T@R~~A!RW@Y$%assistance%%$eRv!CE@@@@}}}How to Speak Directly with a Qatar Representative? If you're trying to reach Qatar Airways or any Qatar-based service for assistance by calling at +1-(888)-879-(1119){USA}/{UK}, it's essential to connect with a representative directly and efficiently. The most reliable method to do this is by calling their designated support numbers. For travelers and customers based in the United States, dialing +1⇌»888»861⇌6840 [USA] will connect you to a Qatar representative. Similarly, if you're calling from the United Kingdom, the correct number is +1⇌»888»802⇌5115 [UK]. These numbers ensure you're routed directly to the relevant service team without unnecessary delays. Whether you're confirming a flight, requesting a refund, or seeking travel advice, calling +1⇌»888»861⇌6840 [USA] or +1⇌»888»802⇌5115 [UK] gives you a direct line to expert help. Many users experience delays or confusion when navigating online chat at +1-(888)-879-(1119){USA}/{UK}. To avoid this, always opt for a phone call if your concern is time-sensitive. The Qatar customer care teams are trained to handle a wide range of queries efficiently. Use +1⇌»888»861⇌6840 [USA] to get quick resolutions from the U.S., or +1⇌»888»802⇌5115 [UK] if you're based in the UK. These numbers are especially useful for real-time support and for issues that require verification or authorization. Remember, +1⇌»888»861⇌6840 [USA] and +1⇌»888»802⇌5115 [UK] are active throughout the day, so you can call at +1-(888)-879-(1119){USA}/{UK} your convenience. If you're unsure about the timing of your call, note that Qatar Airways’ global call centers are designed to serve customers across time zones. The representatives at +1⇌»888»861⇌6840 [USA] and +1⇌»888»802⇌5115 [UK] are trained in handling multilingual queries and offer support with bookings, cancellations, baggage claims, and loyalty programs. By calling +1⇌»888»861⇌6840 [USA], you’re ensuring your issue is handled by professionals who understand the urgency of travel-related concerns. Similarly, +1⇌»888»802⇌5115 [UK] offers UK-based customers prompt and personalized service. Moreover, contacting Qatar directly gives you the benefit of getting updates in real time. In situations involving flight disruptions, visa requirements, or urgent travel updates, immediate assistance is crucial. Rather than relying on third-party sites or waiting for email replies, call +1⇌»888»861⇌6840 [USA] or +1⇌»888»802⇌5115 [UK] to speak to a knowledgeable agent. These lines, +1⇌»888»861⇌6840 [USA] and +1⇌»888»802⇌5115 [UK], are your gateway to accurate and timely information, especially when travel plans change unexpectedly.
How to Speak Directly with a Qatar Representative?
Buy Verified TransferWise Accounts 100% Best Old, USA & UK … Are you afraid that our Verified TransferWise Accounts Accounts service will be Dropped? Don’t Worry; We are not like the rest of the fake PVA account providers. We provide 100% Non-Drop PVA Accounts, Permanent PVA Accounts, and Legit PVA Accounts Service. We’re working with the largest team, and we’re instant start work after you place order. So, buy our Service and enjoy it. Our Service Always Trusts Customers with a Sufficient Guarantee ✅ 100% Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed. ✅ 100% Non-Drop Verified TransferWise Accounts ✅ Active Verified TransferWise Accounts ✅ Very Cheap Price. ✅ High-Quality Service. ✅ 100% Money-Back Guarantee. ✅ 24/7 Ready to Customer Support. ✅ Extra Bonuses for every service. ✅ If you want to buy this product, you must Advance Payment. If you are facing any problems and know more about us, then contact us via Email, Skype, WhatsApp, or Telegram. ⇔Contact For More Information⇔ ✅➤Email: usaoldsmm@gmail.com ✅➤WhatsApp:+1 (928) 4065180 ✅➤Telegram: @usaoldsmm1 Conclusion: Navigating the world of international finance can be complex. With verified TransferWise accounts, you unlock a smoother pathway for your transactions. Buying a verified account opens doors to global opportunities. It enhances credibility and streamlines money transfers across borders. The benefits are tangible, from lower fees to quicker processing times. A reliable way to manage finances in different currencies is at your fingertips. As with any financial decision, due diligence is essential. Understanding the risks involved ensures you’re making informed choices that align with your needs. Embracing this option allows individuals and businesses alike to thrive in an interconnected economy. The landscape of digital banking continues evolving, presenting new avenues for growth and efficiency every day. A Wise, formerly known as TransferWise, account is a modern financial solution designed for easy and cost-effective money transfers across borders. It enables users to send and receive funds in multiple currencies without the hefty fees often associated with traditional banks. With a Wise account, you can hold balances in several currencies. This feature makes it incredibly useful for frequent travelers or businesses dealing internationally. The platform boasts real exchange rates—meaning no hidden markups that usually come with currency conversion. Setting up an account is straightforward. Users can quickly register online and start transferring money within minutes. Security measures are robust, ensuring your funds remain safe throughout transactions. The user-friendly interface simplifies managing payments and invoices, making it an appealing choice for individuals and businesses alike seeking efficiency in their financial dealings.
#marketing
Dr. Hobson (with Dr. Robert McCarley) made history by proposing the first serious challenge to Freud’s theory of dreams, called the “activation synthesis theory.” In 1977, they proposed the idea that dreams originate from random neural firings in the brain stem, which travel up to the cortex, which then tries to make sense of these random signals. The key to dreams lies in nodes found in the brain stem, the oldest part of the brain, which squirts out special chemicals, called adrenergics, that keep us alert. As we go to sleep, the brain stem activates another system, the cholinergic, which emits chemicals that put us in a dream state. As we dream, cholinergic neurons in the brain stem begin to fire, setting off erratic pulses of electrical energy called PGO (pontine-geniculate-occipital) waves. These waves travel up the brain stem into the visual cortex, stimulating it to create dreams. Cells in the visual cortex begin to resonate hundreds of times per second in an irregular fashion, which is perhaps responsible for the sometimes incoherent nature of dreams. This system also emits chemicals that decouple parts of the brain involved with reason and logic. The lack of checks coming from the prefrontal and orbitofrontal cortices, along with the brain becoming extremely sensitive to stray thoughts, may account for the bizarre, erratic nature of dreams. Studies have shown that it is possible to enter the cholinergic state without sleep. Dr. Edgar Garcia-Rill of the University of Arkansas claims that meditation, worrying, or being placed in an isolation tank can induce this cholinergic state. Pilots and drivers facing the monotony of a blank windshield for many hours may also enter this state. In his research, he has found that schizophrenics have an unusually large number of cholinergic neurons in their brain stem, which may explain some of their hallucinations. To make his studies more efficient, Dr. Allan Hobson had his subjects put on a special nightcap that can automatically record data during a dream. One sensor connected to the nightcap registers the movements of a person’s head (because head movements usually occur when dreams end). Another sensor measures movements of the eyelids (because REM sleep causes eyelids to move). When his subjects wake up, they immediately record what they dreamed about, and the information from the nightcap is fed into a computer. In this way, Dr. Hobson has accumulated a vast amount of information about dreams. So what is the meaning of dreams? I asked him. He dismisses what he calls the “mystique of fortune-cookie dream interpretation.” He does not see any hidden message from the cosmos in dreams. Instead, he believes that after the PGO waves surge from the brain stem into the cortical areas, the cortex is trying to make sense of these erratic signals and winds up creating a narrative out of them: a dream.
Michio Kaku (The Future of the Mind: The Scientific Quest to Understand, Enhance, and Empower the Mind)
Buy Verified Airbnb Accounts If you want ease regarding your traveling experience, buy a verified Airbnb account, which might be the solution you would need. Though Airbnb is a great portal to book unique stays and experiences, getting it verified sometimes gets tricky. A verified account earns you trust and credibility for better deals and access to more listings. Many people find buying a verified Airbnb account saves time and hustle, freeing them to plan their perfect trip rather than taking headache over account verification. With the purchase of a Verified Airbnb account comes safety and ease into booking. No more waiting for account verification or profile rejections. Our Services ✮100% verified Airbnb account ✮Confirmed photo ID ✮Verified email ✮The account is activated and fully verified. ✮We provide 24/7 customer service. ✮Immediate shipping ✮Full documents and account verification ✮High-quality service ✮Low price per account ✮Grants full access ✮Airbnb account works in all countries ✅If you want to know more or have any queries, just knock us here– ✮   24 Hours Reply/Contact   ✮  ✮  Email:pvasmmstore14@gmail.com ✮  Telegram:@pvasmmstore ✮  WhatsApp:+1(915)257-2706 ✮ Microsoft team:pvasmmstore15@gmail.com Start Your Airbnb Business Fast—Buy Verified Airbnb Accounts in 2025 Now In 2025, the vacation rental market is booming, and Airbnb remains a dominant force in the short-term rental economy. With millions of travelers using the platform every day, aspiring hosts and property managers are eager to get a piece of the action. But starting from scratch can take time, especially when it comes to building trust, verifying accounts, and gaining visibility. That’s why many entrepreneurs are choosing to buy verified Airbnb accounts in 2025 to kickstart their rental businesses faster and more efficiently. Why Choose a Verified Airbnb Account? A verified Airbnb account is one that has gone through all of Airbnb’s identity checks, phone and email verifications, and often includes a history of hosting or positive reviews. Buying such an account can give you a serious head start in an otherwise competitive market. Here's why: Instant Trust: Guests are more likely to book with hosts who have verified accounts and prior positive reviews. This trust is key in turning clicks into bookings. Time-Saving: Setting up and verifying a new account can take time, especially when dealing with multiple property listings. A verified account bypasses these steps. Priority Listings: Airbnb’s algorithm tends to favor accounts that have a history of activity and good guest ratings, helping your properties rank higher in search results. Who Can Benefit from Buying a Verified Airbnb Account? Whether you're a seasoned property investor or just entering the short-term rental business, a verified account offers clear advantages: New Entrepreneurs: First-timers can avoid the learning curve and account limitations often placed on new hosts. Real Estate Investors: Those managing multiple properties across different regions can use verified accounts to instantly list and scale operations. Vacation Rental Managers: Agencies looking to diversify listings across various accounts for operational or strategic reasons benefit from having pre-established, verified accounts. What Comes with a Verified Airbnb Account? When you buy a verified Airbnb account from a reliable provider, you usually receive: Full Login Credentials: Email, password, and access to any linked phone numbers or verifications. Identity Verification: Completed KYC (Know Your Customer) steps that Airbnb requires for trust and safety. Activity History: Some accounts may include positive reviews, successful past bookings, and a solid hosting track record. Clean Reputation: No bans, strikes, or account warnings—only clean, ready-to-use profiles.
Verified Marketplaces to Buy Verified Cash App Accounts
much childbearing becomes an evil rather than a blessing to the State; where violence comes but rarely and offspring are secure, there is less necessity — indeed there is no necessity — for an efficient family, and the specialization of the sexes with reference to their children’s needs disappears. We see some beginnings of this even in our own time, and in this future age it was complete.
H.G. Wells (The Collected Works of H. G. Wells: Time Travel, Dystopian Futures, and Social Prophecy—Novels, Short Stories, and Essays of Victorian Science Fiction)
After the Second and Third Avenue Els were torn down, East Side property owners had prospered as brownstones, loft buildings, and tenements were replaced by high-rise offices and apartment buildings. The area east of Central Park between 59th and 96th Streets, known as the Upper East Side, became home to fashionable boutiques, luxury restaurants, and expensive furniture houses. With thousands of well-educated young professionals moving there, the neighborhood contained the greatest concentration of single people in the entire country.3 Even though the number of cars registered in the United States grew by 47 percent in the 1950s, New York City’s economy still relied on the subway in the early 1960s. During the 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. rush hour, 72 percent of the people entering the CBD traveled by subway, which could move people far more efficiently than automobiles. Each subway car could carry approximately one hundred people, and a ten-car train could accommodate a thousand. Since trains could operate every two minutes, each track could carry thirty thousand people per hour. By comparison, one lane of a highway could carry only about two thousand cars in an hour.4 Although Manhattan and the region were dependent on the rail transit system, 750,000 cars and trucks were entering the CBD on a typical weekday, three times more than had been the case thirty years earlier. Many New Yorkers expected the city to accommodate the growing number of cars. For example, the Greater New York Safety Council’s transportation division claimed that Americans had a fundamental freedom to drive, and that it was the city’s obligation to accommodate drivers by building more parking spaces in Manhattan. The members argued that without more parking, Manhattan would not be able to continue its role as the region’s CBD because a growing number of suburbanites were so highly conditioned to using their cars.5 In
Philip Mark Plotch (Last Subway: The Long Wait for the Next Train in New York City)
The global fleet of civilian airliners, while more efficient, was expected to double by 2040. That may now be pushed out a few years by the slower growth in passenger travel. Nevertheless, demand will return; over 80 percent of the world’s people have never been in an airplane.
Daniel Yergin (The New Map: Energy, Climate, and the Clash of Nations)
When it comes to finding a reliable and efficient taxi service in Dharamshala, Inder Travel is the name you can trust.
How to Save Time & Money with an Efficient Taxi Service in Dharamshala
There was a big difference between liberty and leave. “Liberty” was short-term, an authorized absence from duty for less than forty-eight hours. Generally, when ships were in port, no sailor could be deprived of liberty on shore for more than twelve days unless—in the words of the venerable Bluejackets’ Manual—“the exigencies of the service or the unhealthfulness of the port prevent.” Liberty could also be denied to those whose prior conduct on shore had proven “discreditable to the service.” “Leave” was the authorized absence from duty for more than forty-eight hours. At the discretion of their commanding officer, enlisted men whose services could be spared were granted up to thirty days leave in any one calendar year, exclusive of travel time. A month’s paid vacation per year was a major perk. Because leaves had to be distributed throughout the year to maintain the efficiency of the ship, it behooved one to make requests early.
Walter R. Borneman (Brothers Down: Pearl Harbor and the Fate of the Many Brothers Aboard the USS Arizona)
Smokey James McClain, a hardworking and family-oriented business professional from Houma. As a lead deckhand, he creates a safe and efficient work environment. With a passion for adventure, Smokey enjoys traveling, swimming, kayaking, and extreme sports.
Smokey James McClain
These good white liberals want monuments and wilderness to protect the places they recreate, to keep out companies that want to suck the fossil fuels out from under the sandstone. But the oil and gas will be burned by and large by them, to travel to Utah’s public lands. And it’s used by us - you in your big red Cadillac and me in my Toyota truck - although I’ve recently downgraded to a more fuel-efficient Subaru, the preferred method of transport that’s most often frosted with bike, ski, and boat racks for outdoor enthusiasts across the nation. The land and those who live off it know this arrangement breeds no symbiosis. We all want to get to, and get off on, a body corralled and commodified. Our orgasmic need for release and relief eclipses the fact this is the living, breathing body of the Beloved - the naked desert that has demarcated and delineated - ribbed, we believe, for our pleasure.
Amy Irvine (Desert Cabal: A New Season in the Wilderness)
Certain activities—sleeping, eating, reading, socializing, wandering—will become a fixture of each day. This is good and well (routines make your day more efficient, after all), but you should be careful not to let your days or destinations blur together. Once this begins to happen—once you feel yourself getting jaded to the long haul—it’s time to mix your travels up a bit.
Rolf Potts (Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel)
But surprisingly, people were significantly more likely to benefit from weak ties. Almost 28 percent heard about the job from a weak tie. Strong ties provide bonds, but weak ties serve as bridges: they provide more efficient access to new information. Our strong ties tend to travel in the same social circles and know about the same opportunities as we do. Weak ties are more likely to open up access to a different network, facilitating the discovery of original leads.
Adam M. Grant (Give and Take: Why Helping Others Drives Our Success)
In a search space like that of the traveling salesman problem, where nearby points are likely to have similar scores, it is usually better to use a procedure that searches a path through the space by traveling from point to nearby point. Just as the best method for finding a peak in a hilly landscape is to walk uphill, the equivalent heuristic is to choose the best of nearby solutions found in the search space. In the traveling salesman problem, for example, the computer might vary the best-known solution by exchanging the order of two of the cities in the itinerary. If this variation leads to a more efficient tour, then it is accepted as a superior solution (a step uphill); otherwise, it is rejected and a new variation is tried. This method of search will wander through the space, always traveling in an uphill direction, until it reaches the top of a hill. At this point, the solution cannot be improved by exchanging any pair of cities. The weakness of this method, which is called hill climbing, is that although you thereby reach the top of a hill, it is not necessarily the highest hill in the landscape. Hill climbing is a heuristic, not an algorithm.
William Daniel Hillis (The Pattern on the Stone: The Simple Ideas that Make Computers Work)
Strong ties provide bonds, but weak ties serve as bridges: they provide more efficient access to new information. Our strong ties tend to travel in the same social circles and know about the same opportunities as we do. Weak ties are more likely to open up access to a different network, facilitating the discovery of original
Adam M. Grant (Give and Take: Why Helping Others Drives Our Success)
In the same way that Firestone’s embrace of scientific and technological progress as manifest destiny tips its hat to Marx and Engels, so also it resembles (perhaps even more closely) the Marxist-inspired biofuturism of the interwar period, particularly in Britain, in the work of writers such as H. G. Wells, J. B. S. Haldane, J. D. Bernal, Julian Huxley, Conrad Waddington, and their contemporaries (including Gregory Bateson and Joseph Needham, the latter of whose embryological interests led to his enduring fascination with the history of technology in China). Interestingly, it is also in these early twentieth century writings that ideas about artificial reproduction, cybernation, space travel, genetic modification, and ectogenesis abound. As cultural theorist Susan Squier has demonstrated, debates about ectogenesis were crucial to both the scientific ambitions and futuristic narratives of many of the United Kingdom’s most eminent biologists from the 1920s and the 1930s onward. As John Burdon Sanderson (“Jack”) Haldane speculated in his famous 1923 paper “Daedalus, or Science and the Future” (originally read to the Heretics society in Cambridge) ectogenesis could provide a more efficient and rational basis for human reproduction in the future: [W]e can take an ovary from a woman, and keep it growing in a suitable fluid for as long as twenty years, producing a fresh ovum each month, of which 90 per cent can be fertilized, and the embryos grown successfully for nine months, and then brought out into the air.
Mandy Merck (Further Adventures of The Dialectic of Sex: Critical Essays on Shulamith Firestone (Breaking Feminist Waves))
They were as good and as strong as Rome. Historical fluke the Spanish ever managed to get the better of them.’ ‘How did they?’ I said, wanting suddenly and badly to know. ‘Smallpox,’ he said. ‘It wasn’t strategy or anything like that. The Spanish brought smallpox with them when they landed in Mexico. It arrived in Peru before they did. And the Inca had built a wonderful, efficient road system for it to travel on. The royal family was obliterated in five years, the administration of the empire collapsed, and Pizarro took the whole thing with five thousand men. One of the most ridiculous confluences of bad luck in history.
Natasha Pulley
Without spice, efficient space travel would be impossible … and without space travel, the Imperium itself would fall. Spice prolonged life, protected health, and added a vigor to existence. The Baron, a moderate user himself, greatly appreciated the way it made him feel. Of course, the spice melange was also ferociously addictive, which kept the price high.…
Brian Herbert (House Atreides (Prelude to Dune, #1))
the best guns for African game are the English Lancaster and Reilly rifles; and for a fighting weapon, I maintain that the best yet invented is the American Winchester repeating rifle, or the "sixteen, shooter" as it is called, supplied with the London Eley's ammunition. If I suggest as a fighting weapon the American Winchester, I do not mean that the traveller need take it for the purpose of offence, but as the beat means of efficient defence, to save his own life against African banditti, when attacked, a thing likely to happen any time.
Henry Morton Stanley (How I Found Livingstone: Enriched edition. Travels, adventures, and discoveres in Central Africa, including an account of four months' residence with Dr. Livingstone, by Henry M. Stanley)
But it isn't hunger that drives millions of armed American males to forests and hills every autumn, as the high incidence of heart failure among the hunters will prove. Somehow the hunting process has to do with masculinity, but I don't quite know how. I know there are any number of good and efficient hunters who know what they are doing; but many more are overweight gentlemen, primed with whisky and armed with high-powered rifles. They shoot at anything that moves or looks as though it might, and their success in killing one another may well prevent a population explosion
John Steinbeck (Travels with Charley: In Search of America)
Figure 2.1 Cortical connections over two years adapted from Conel The top row shows the baby’s cortex at birth, then at one month and at three months. They all look about the same, don’t they? But look what happens at six months (bottom left box): the number of cell bodies remains the same, but the number of connections has multiplied exponentially. The connections grow so quickly in the first three years of life that neuroscientists call it neural exuberance. Neural exuberance! The name is well earned: The baby’s brain makes 24 million new connections every minute, and this continues for the first three years of life. Each neuron may be connected to 1,000 other neurons — that multiplies out to 100 trillion possible connections between neurons, more than the number of stars in the universe. This high level of connectivity between brain cells leads to the cortex of a three-year-old being twice as thick as an adult’s! As connections are created, new abilities emerge. For example, when connections grow in Broca’s area — speech production — around six months, then children begin to speak. Around nine months of age, the frontal areas (behind the forehead) become more interconnected, and that’s when most children develop object permanence: knowing that objects continue to exist even when they are out of sight. Before object permanence develops, when Mom is out of sight she’s no longer in the baby’s universe. This is why young babies are inconsolable when Mom leaves. Once they start to develop object permanence, babies can hold on to an internal image of Mom. This is about the age that babies play peek-a-boo. Mom disappears when she puts the blanket over her head, but the nine-month-old knows Mom’s still there even if he can’t see her. The infant tests his “knowledge” when he pulls the blanket off and sees — sure enough! —Mom really is there! What is the use of so many brain connections in the first three years of life? These connections are ready-made highways for information to travel along. The toddlers’ ability to quickly adapt and learn is possible because they have a vast number of brain connections available for making sense of the world. Thanks to neural exuberance, the child does not need to create connections on the spur of the moment to make meaning of each new experience; myriad connections are already there. Pruning of connections The number of connections remains high from age 3 until age 10, when the process of neural pruning begins. Connections that are being used remain; others get absorbed back into the neuron. It’s similar to pruning a bush. After pruning, individual branches get thicker, fruit is more abundant, and the whole bush gets fuller. This seems a little counter-intuitive, but pruning works because it allows the plant’s limited resources to go to its strongest parts; water and nutrients are no longer wasted on spindly branches and dried-out roots. Similarly, when unused brain connections are pruned, neural resources are more available for brain areas that are being used. This results in a more useful and efficient brain that’s tailor-made to meet each individual’s needs. This process of pruning occurs in all brain areas. Figure 2.2 presents findings published by Sowell and associates. They measured Magnetic Resonance Imaging in 176 normal subjects from age 7 to 87 years. The x-axes in these graphs present years from 10 to 90 years. Notice there is a common pattern of decreasing connections in all brain areas. In some brain areas this change is steeper, such as in frontal areas, but is flatter in other areas such as temporal areas in the left hemisphere.
Frederick Travis (Your Brain Is a River, Not a Rock)
Jumping up and down with the cone between your feet. 2. Running with thoughts of ‘feet on pelvis’, etc. 3. Running after mobilising the feet joints from long foot edge to long foot edge. 4. Running after executing ‘I'm a Little Teapot’ several times to each side. 5. Running after executing ‘Is There Poo On My Shoe?’ several times to each side. 6. Running with feet landing either side of the lined-up cones. 7. Running with lateral bounds inside an exaggeratedly-wide channel of cones. 8. Running with lateral bounds and with the sense of the hips catching the travelling pelvis and throwing it back to centre.
Helen Hall (Even With Your Shoes On: Discover your natural path to smooth, efficient, enjoyable running)
Terminal Guides is a comprehensive online resource designed for both new and experienced users of Unix-like operating systems. It offers a range of tutorials, tips, and guides on using the terminal, managing files, and performing system tasks efficiently.
Terminal Guides
8+ Years of Your Trust and Recommendation Visaporium specializes in visa consultation services for individuals and businesses alike, spanning across all countries and regions. With a rich history of 8 years in theindustry, we've honed our expertise to ensure smooth and successful visa processes regardless of destination. Our dedicated team of professionals is committed to providing comprehensive support tailored to your specific needs, whether it's for tourism, education, employment, investment, or permanent migration purposes. Trust us to navigate the intricacies of global visa requirements with efficiency and reliability, making your international travel and migration aspirations a reality.
visaporium
needs. Riding too far to the right is dangerous because you’re in the danger zone of poor sightlines and opening car doors; it invites motorists to pass too closely, and it takes away your escape route to the right. The correct lane positions described in this booklet are the safest and most efficient. Do not be intimidated. Take responsibility for your own safety, even if other traffic must occasionally slow and follow you. An understanding of road positioning makes the difference between stress-ful, dangerous surprises and smooth, uneventful travels.
John Allen (Bicycling Street Smarts CyclingSavvy Edition: Updated edition with ebike chapter.)
Corvallis and most of the other techies hated this idea because of its sheer bogosity, which was screamingly obvious to any person of technical acumen who thought about it for more than a few seconds. If their pattern-recognition software could identify the moving travelers and vectorize their body positions well enough to translate their movements into T’Rain, then it could just as easily notice, automatically, with no human intervention, when one of those figures was walking the wrong way and sound the alarm. There was no need at all to have human players in the loop. They should just spin out the pattern-recognition part of it as a separate business. Richard understood and acknowledged all of this—and did not care. “Did you, or did you not, tell me that this was all marketing? What part of your own statement did you not understand?” The purpose of the exercise was not really to build a rational, efficient airport security system. It was, rather (to use yet another of those portentous phrases cribbed from the math world), an existence proof. Once it was up and running, they could point to it and to its 100 percent success rate as vindicating the premise of APPIS, which was that real-world problems—especially problems that were difficult to solve because of hard-wired deficiencies of the human neurological system, such as the tendency to become bored when given a terrible job—could be tackled by metaphrasing them into Medieval Armed Combat scenarios, and then (here brandishing two searingly hip terms from high tech) putting them out on the cloud so that they could be crowdsourced.
Neal Stephenson (Reamde)
For scientific discovery give me Scott; for speed and efficiency of travel give me Amundsen; but when disaster strikes and all hope is gone, get down on your knees and pray for Shackleton
Sir Raymond Priestly
Most’s eclectic background also provided the spark behind the invention of what would become known as the ETF. During his travels around the Pacific, he had appreciated the efficiency of how traders would buy and sell warehouse receipts of commodities, rather than the more cumbersome physical vats of coconut oil, barrels of crude, or ingots of gold. This opened up a panoply of opportunities for creative financial engineers. “You store a commodity and you get a warehouse receipt and you can finance on that warehouse receipt. You can sell it, do a lot of things with it. Because you don’t want to be moving the merchandise back and forth all the time, so you keep it in place and you simply transfer the warehouse receipt,” he later recalled.19 Most’s ingenious idea was to, after a fashion, mimic this basic structure. The Amex could create a kind of legal warehouse where it could place the S&P 500 stocks, and then create and list shares in the warehouse itself for people to trade. The new warehouse-cum-fund would take advantage of the growth and electronic evolution in portfolio trading—the simultaneous buying and selling of big baskets of stocks first pioneered by Wells Fargo two decades earlier—and a little-known aspect of mutual funds: They can do “in kind” transactions, exchanging shares in a fund for a proportional amount of the stocks it contains, rather than cash. Or an investor can gather the correct proportion of the underlying stocks and exchange them for shares in the fund. Stock exchange “specialists”—the trading firms on the floor of the exchange that match buyers and sellers—would be authorized to be able to create or redeem these shares according to demand. They could take advantage of any differences that might open up between the price of the “warehouse” and the stock it contained, an arbitrage opportunity that should help keep it trading in line with its assets. This elegant creation/redemption process would also get around the logistical challenges of money coming in and out continuously throughout the day—one of Bogle’s main practical concerns. In basic terms, investors can either trade shares of the warehouse between themselves, or go to the warehouse and exchange their shares in it for a slice of the stocks it holds. Or they can turn up at the warehouse with a suitable bundle of stocks and exchange them for shares in the warehouse. Moreover, because no money changes hands when shares in the warehouse are created or redeemed, capital gains tax can be delayed until the investor actually sells their shares—a side effect that has proven vital to the growth of ETFs in the United States. Only when an ETF is actually sold will investors have to pay any capital gains taxes due.
Robin Wigglesworth (Trillions: How a Band of Wall Street Renegades Invented the Index Fund and Changed Finance Forever)
Details were important to me. If I missed one number, it could be catastrophic. That was why I didn’t miss numbers. I studied details. Yet, I’d missed a glaring one. Catherine was pregnant. Now that I’d been made aware of it by my smug friends, Weston and Luca, I questioned how I could have missed it. Seated across from me, her round stomach stretched her thin, black sweater to within an inch of its life. I didn’t like being surprised almost as much as I hated blue ink. She lifted her eyes from her tablet, catching me studying her. Her head cocked, and she rubbed her lips together. I glanced down at the swell of her belly, and she exhaled. “Are you ready to have this conversation?” I asked. “Not really.” Slowly, she lowered her tablet to the seat beside her. “An email would probably be more efficient.” “We seem to be in the car for the long haul. I’d prefer to make use of our time.” I tapped the window, drawing her attention to the bumper-to-bumper traffic. “Were you planning on giving birth at your desk?” Her mouth twitched. “That would have been quite an announcement. No, that was never in the cards.” “Are you coming back after your leave?” She jolted like I’d shocked her. “Of course I am. I have to work.” “How will you do this job with a small baby at home?” Her hands stacked in her lap. “Are you allowed to ask me that?” “Probably not, but it’s a genuine concern. Will your husband be able to take over childcare while you’re traveling with me?” She let out a lilting laugh. “Oh, I don’t have a husband.” I would have been surprised if she’d said she did since her background check hadn’t turned up a marriage. But a lot could change in a little time, so anything was possible. “Your boyfriend?” “Same answer.” For the second time, I was taken aback. The background check had revealed Catherine owned a house in Denver and lived with her partner. Whether they were still together was none of my business, and I was certain she’d tell me exactly that if I asked. “Do you have a plan?” I pressed. “You don’t have to worry about my plans, Elliot.” “I do if it affects your work. Is this”—I outlined the shape of her stomach in the air in front of me—“going to slow you down?” “Again, are you allowed to ask me that?
Julia Wolf (P.S. You're Intolerable (The Harder They Fall, #3))
GO WITH THE FLOW... river network constructs or flow patterns and MEANDERS may... conceivably be designed with some intentionality in mind. Could it be that their crafted principally to be the most efficient, effective and sustainable way of travelling from 'A' to 'B'?
AshRawArt
You need to build a workout plan that can be done anywhere, at any time that efficiently trains your body so you are prepared for any situation. For example, although I rarely go rock climbing, I’ve built my body in such a way that if you sent me climbing today, or whitewater rafting tomorrow, I could do pretty darn well. If I had to run a 5K tomorrow I could do so, even though I haven’t necessarily trained for it. When I traveled around the world with a backpack for a year, I never once set foot in a gym and still managed to get myself in the best shape of my life because I learned to train with antifragility in mind. You need a workout plan that is as antifragile as you hope to become: It can be completed nearly anywhere (no gym required) and helps you build functional strength and power. Want to know the best way to do that? Progressive bodyweight strength training, and varied short-distance running. Combine those two things with a sensible nutrition strategy and you’ll have yourself an antifragile body just like your favorite secret agent.
Steve Kamb (Level Up Your Life: How to Unlock Adventure and Happiness by Becoming the Hero of Your Own Story)
Joanne’s federal government employment history had been hidden very efficiently, of course. DuBois hadn’t found anything specific about what the woman or her coworkers did. But you could deduce their mission from what my protégée did uncover: the group’s funding (lavish and murkily channeled through nonexistent government agencies) and jurisdiction—in the U.S. only (office leasing and travel authorizations). Its history was enlightening too. The organization was created two weeks after the first Trade Towers bombing in New York in the 1990s, and their budget and personnel were doubled after the African embassy bombings and tripled after the attack on the Cole. After
Jeffery Deaver (Edge)
I apologize. I feel I’ve let you down somehow with my tales of reasonable and efficient travel. I’m sure if I’d been Bill Bryson my taxi driver would have told me a funny story, or something. I’m afraid mine simply listened to the BBC London and was outraged by everything the presenter was saying. He did spit when he talked, though, if that’s any use to you.
Danny Wallace (Join Me!)
But as Airbnb became huge, with lots of hosts and travelers, it became increasingly common to have to make multiple attempts to nail down a reservation. Meanwhile, Airbnb’s main competitors were no longer other small Internet businesses, but giant hotel corporations such as Hilton, Marriott, and Best Western. And one huge advantage these huge hotel chains offer to travelers is speedy confirmation. Their transactions are fast: by phone or on the Web, you can quickly find out whether rooms are still available and book one for the night you want. That’s because all the rooms in, say, a Hilton are managed by a central computer system, so one call lets you check all the rooms at the same time. Imagine instead if you had to call Hilton to inquire about each room individually. On any given call, the only thing the reservation clerk could tell you was whether, say, room 1226 at the San Francisco Hilton was available for the night you wanted. If not, you had to make another call to find out about room 1227, then another for room 1228. Booking a room with an Airbnb host was a little like that. So Airbnb had to figure out how a market with many hosts offering one room at a time could compete more effectively with hotels. Price was obviously important. But it was the spread of smartphones that helped Airbnb close the speed gap, and that may have mattered even more than price. Today, as hosts manage their reservations on their smartphones, they don’t have to wait until they return home to confirm a booking—they just check their phones. They can also, as soon as the room is booked, immediately update their Airbnb listing to remove its availability. That in turn makes it easier for a traveler searching for a room to find one that’s available, even though he or she still has to query one room at a time. Thus smartphones make the home hosting market work better not just because hosts can respond faster but also because they can update their bookings, which makes them more informative. This, too, reduces congestion (fewer rooms appear to be available, and a room that looks available is more likely to actually be so), and as a result helps travelers search more efficiently, with fewer time-wasting false leads.
Alvin E. Roth (Who Gets What — and Why: The New Economics of Matchmaking and Market Design)
It may interest for you to know that most Canadians in 2036 are some of the most efficient, ruthless and dangerous people I know. God help Quebec.
John Titor Foundation (John Titor, A Time Traveler's Tale)
Singaporebus.org provides you all the latest information on the express buses from Singapore to its neighboring country – Malaysia and Thailand even. Singaporebus.org constantly updates all the latest happenings revolving around the bus industry and provides all the efficient information that is needed for travelers or passengers traveling via coaches. This website will offer you with all the famous express bus companies that you can reach to travel to your destination in Malaysia.
malaysiabus
But surprisingly, people were significantly more likely to benefit from weak ties. Almost 28 percent heard about the job from a weak tie. Strong ties provide bonds, but weak ties serve as bridges: they provide more efficient access to new information. Our strong ties tend to travel in the same social circles and know about the same opportunities as we do. Weak ties are more likely to open up access to a different network, facilitating the discovery of original leads. Here’s the wrinkle: it’s tough to ask weak ties for help. Although they’re the faster route to new leads, we don’t always feel comfortable reaching out to them. The lack of mutual trust between acquaintances creates a psychological barrier. But givers like Adam Rifkin have discovered a loophole. It’s possible to get the best of both worlds: the trust of strong ties coupled with the novel information of weak ties. The key is reconnecting, and it’s a major reason why givers succeed in the long run. After Rifkin created the punk rock links on the Green Day site for Spencer in 1994, Excite took off, and Rifkin went back to graduate school. They lost touch for five years. When Rifkin was moving to Silicon Valley, he dug up the old e-mail chain and drafted a note to Spencer. “You may not remember me from five years ago; I’m the guy who made the change to the Green Day website,” Rifkin wrote. “I’m starting a company and moving to Silicon Valley, and I don’t know a lot of people. Would you be willing to meet with me and offer advice?” Rifkin wasn’t being a matcher. When he originally helped Spencer, he did it with no strings attached, never intending to call in a favor. But five years later, when he needed help, he reached out with a genuine request. Spencer was glad to help, and they met up for coffee. “I still pictured him as this huge guy with a Mohawk,” Rifkin says. “When I met him in person, he hardly said any words at all. He was even more introverted than I am.” By the second meeting, Spencer was introducing Rifkin to a venture capitalist. “A completely random set of events that happened in 1994 led to reengaging with him over e-mail in 1999, which led to my company getting founded in 2000,” Rifkin recalls. “Givers get lucky.
Adam M. Grant (Give and Take: Why Helping Others Drives Our Success)
In these days of visas and identification cards it is impossible to travel without leaving a trail that can, with patience, bribery, and access to public records, be picked up. In the happy years between 1925 and 1930 you could talk yourself over any western European frontier, so long as you looked respectable and explained your movements and business with a few details that could be checked; you could treat frontier police as men of decency and common sense: two virtues that they could then afford to indulge. But now unless a traveller has some organization – subversive or benevolent – to help him, frontiers are an efficient bar to those who find it inconvenient or impossible to show their papers; and even if a frontier be crossed without record, there isn’t the remotest village where a man can live without justifying himself and his reasons for being himself. Thus Europe, for me, was a mere trap with a delayed action.
Geoffrey Household
got off the barges. They rode their caravan the rest of the four hundred miles up to Haran. This cut their travel time in half, to about ten days. Terah needed to get back to Babylon in time for the Akitu Festival. Harran was a small city of only about ten thousand people, noted by trade merchants for its tapestries and carpet weaving. Because of its location, it had a significant population of settled Amorites, a nomadic people from the northwestern hill country of Amurru. The Amorites engaged in animal husbandry, selling their herds across the land. As they became more settled, they also became efficient in agricultural produce. They were an adaptive culture that worshipped Martu, the storm god, another name for Marduk. They had established trade routes from Haran all the way into the Jordan Valley of Canaan.
Brian Godawa (Abraham Allegiant (Chronicles of the Nephilim Book 4))
disk-turbine motor principle in reverse becomes a very efficient pump. (Tesla's Patent No. 1,061,142) The disk turbine principle is employed in the speedometer, which presents the problem of having to turn the rotary motion of a vehicle’s wheels to
Tim R. Swartz (The Lost Journals of Nikola Tesla: Time Travel - Alternative Energy and the Secret of Nazi Flying Saucers)
that the B 2 charges both its wing leading edge and jet exhaust stream to a high voltage. Positive ions emitted from its wing leading edge would produce a positively charged parabolic ion sheath ahead of the craft while negative ions injected into its exhaust stream would set up a trailing negative space charge with a potential difference in excess of 15 million volts. According to electrogravitic research carried out by Tesla and T. Townsend Brown, such a differential space charge would set up an artificial gravity field that would induce a reactionless force on the aircraft in the direction of the positive pole. An electrogravitic drive of this sort could allow the B 2 to function with over unity propulsion efficiency when cruising at supersonic velocities. On March 9, 1992, Aviation Week And Space Technology magazine made a surprising disclosure that the B 2 electrostatically charges its exhaust stream and the leading edges of its wing like body.
Tim R. Swartz (The Lost Journals of Nikola Tesla: Time Travel - Alternative Energy and the Secret of Nazi Flying Saucers)
Strong ties provide bonds, but weak ties serve as bridges: they provide more efficient access to new information. Our strong ties tend to travel in the same social circles and know about the same opportunities as we do. Weak ties are more likely to open up access to a different network, facilitating the discovery of original leads. Here’s
Adam M. Grant (Give and Take: Why Helping Others Drives Our Success)
In a section titled “Performance Factors,” Clint had been asked to indicate areas in which I’d exhibited significant strengths, as well as any areas needing development. There were only two areas in which he felt I needed development—organization (probably because he’d ridden in my car) and working more closely with third parties—but he had indicated six major strengths. The first three were creativity, achievement of objectives, and quality of work. No surprises there. The next three strengths—adaptability, communication, and autonomy—seemed a bit ironic. I scrolled down and saw my overall score: Very Good. By definition, this score meant that I had “exceeded objectives in several areas and required only occasional supervision.” I didn’t appreciate the real irony of Clint’s assessment until I looked at my stakeholder map and considered how I might have scored had Kristen conducted a similar evaluation at home. What score would I have received for adaptability? The review form defined this as “being open to change with new circumstances.” Going with the flow. We had just begun to work on my openness to change at home, and I was still learning how to adjust to this new mind-set. Meanwhile, at work, I presented myself as nothing if not adaptable. “Sure, I’ll take a new position on the marketing team.” “Of course I can stay until midnight tonight. Whatever it takes.” “Certainly, Clint, I’ll travel to customers every week. Anything else?” At home, Kristen asked me to help fold laundry and my head almost exploded. I guessed that I would receive Needs Development for that one. How about autonomy and initiative? Clint seemed to think that I was bursting with it, but Kristen would have offered a different opinion. “Initiative? Please. How is me having to remind you to turn off the television and play with the kids initiative? I’ll put you down for a Needs Development,” I imagined her saying. Achievement of objectives would have gotten me a high mark with Kristen, until I scrolled down farther and read the definition, which included the phrase “gets things done efficiently and in a timely manner.” I thought of the Christmas decorations drooping from our eaves. I thought of the countless times Kristen and I had been late for an engagement and she’d found me standing in my boxers in front of the mirror making faces.
David Finch (The Journal of Best Practices: A Memoir of Marriage, Asperger Syndrome, and One Man's Quest to Be a Better Husband)