Monthly Archives: November 2011

A CPR method everyone can employ

Posted on November 27, 2011 by David McGuffin

Recently, I was directed to a video detailing an easy and effective means for administering CPR to an individual in need.  This method, known as CONTINOUS CHEST COMPRESSION CPR, doubles a person’s chance of surviving cardiac arrest.  It appears to be … Continue reading →

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BLACK FRIDAY SUPER SAVER Deal

Posted on November 22, 2011 by David McGuffin

I’ve designed an amazing tour to France in March 2012.  The tour is not completely full (there is only room for six people total) so, I’ve decided to offer it to you guys (my blog and email gang)  at a discount of … Continue reading →

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1997 Journal Series 3: Paris, The Grand City Tour

Posted on November 20, 2011 by David McGuffin

 I’m chronicling my first European Band Tour in 1997.  This tour was instrumental in formulating my group travel philosophy and standards.  Ultimately, it gave me knowledge, confidence, and practical experience that I needed to begin touring on my own.     Continuing my journal entry and retrospective comments… June … Continue reading →

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Update from Vernazza and its recovery from the flood

Posted on November 16, 2011 by David McGuffin

I’ve discovered a couple of very good bloggers originating from the Cinque Terre region.  They both are doing a very good job of keeping the world updated on the progress being made after the terrible floods and mudslides of October 27, … Continue reading →

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1997 Journal Series 2: A teacher and 30 kids

Posted on November 14, 2011 by David McGuffin

I’m chronicling my first European Band Tour in 1997.  This tour was instrumental in formulating my group travel philosophy and standards.  Ultimately, it gave me knowledge, confidence, and practical experience that I needed to begin touring on my own.   Continuing my journal entry and retrospective comments… “June … Continue reading →

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1997 Journal Series 1: My first pre-tour journal entry

Posted on November 6, 2011 by David McGuffin

I’ve always been a little sentimental about memories. When I was a kid, I remember spending hours at my grandparents’ home looking through old black and white family photos. These photos were kept in the “middle room” in the bottom … Continue reading →

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