Hi all,
Can we please stop arguing and demotivating the organizers who have put together a very nice event for us?
The event will be a reception held in a very prestigious building in the evening, where people from the cultural sector and outside Wikimania will attend, including representatives of foreign cultural institutions represented on the East Coast if I understood correctly. Going to such an event in T-shirts and jeans would look out of place under almost all circumstances.
Fortunately, the event's invitation and dress code (which was set at the minimal level acceptable for such an event in such a venue) was published well in advance so that everyone who can and wants to can pack their suitcases accordingly.
As I gather, a number of Wikimanias had formal, or invitation-only receptions before the official programmes, though I am not sure they had a dress code; I am actually quite happy that this year's reception will actually be open to the attendees. We should celebrate that – this is certainly not an elaborate plot to suit up attendees or to exclude anyone. I am especially happy to see strong cultural programmes as side events this year, apart from the usual parties.
Whatever you may say about traditions that are not the same as general Wikimania traditions; we should be open to celebrate others' cultures and traditions and receptions with dress codes are just as much cultural experiences as anything else you may experience. You are not forced to partake in this experience, but cultural sensitivity requires that if you do want to participate you respect the modest requirements on dressing and thereby show respect to the organizers, the event and the other participants; and if you do not want to participate, that you try not to spoil the enjoyment of others.
The reception is scheduled to last about 90 minutes, after [and during] which everyone will have an opportunity to enjoy city life with or without other attendees in whatever clothes they find appropriate for a warm summer evening.
Best regards, Bence
Huh, just heard about this today. Might I ask why a photo ID is required? Is there an age limit for drink-related reasons?
Joe
P.S. Apologies if this sends twice, my email client is being rather picky with this list. On 23 June 2012 20:49, Bence Damokos bdamokos@gmail.com wrote:
Hi all,
Can we please stop arguing and demotivating the organizers who have put together a very nice event for us?
The event will be a reception held in a very prestigious building in the evening, where people from the cultural sector and outside Wikimania will attend, including representatives of foreign cultural institutions represented on the East Coast if I understood correctly. Going to such an event in T-shirts and jeans would look out of place under almost all circumstances.
Fortunately, the event's invitation and dress code (which was set at the minimal level acceptable for such an event in such a venue) was published well in advance so that everyone who can and wants to can pack their suitcases accordingly.
As I gather, a number of Wikimanias had formal, or invitation-only receptions before the official programmes, though I am not sure they had a dress code; I am actually quite happy that this year's reception will actually be open to the attendees. We should celebrate that – this is certainly not an elaborate plot to suit up attendees or to exclude anyone. I am especially happy to see strong cultural programmes as side events this year, apart from the usual parties.
Whatever you may say about traditions that are not the same as general Wikimania traditions; we should be open to celebrate others' cultures and traditions and receptions with dress codes are just as much cultural experiences as anything else you may experience. You are not forced to partake in this experience, but cultural sensitivity requires that if you do want to participate you respect the modest requirements on dressing and thereby show respect to the organizers, the event and the other participants; and if you do not want to participate, that you try not to spoil the enjoyment of others.
The reception is scheduled to last about 90 minutes, after [and during] which everyone will have an opportunity to enjoy city life with or without other attendees in whatever clothes they find appropriate for a warm summer evening.
Best regards, Bence
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...And just answered my own question. Moving swiftly on...
Joe
On 23 June 2012 20:58, Joseph Fox josephfoxwiki@gmail.com wrote:
Huh, just heard about this today. Might I ask why a photo ID is required? Is there an age limit for drink-related reasons?
Joe
P.S. Apologies if this sends twice, my email client is being rather picky with this list. On 23 June 2012 20:49, Bence Damokos bdamokos@gmail.com wrote:
Hi all,
Can we please stop arguing and demotivating the organizers who have put together a very nice event for us?
The event will be a reception held in a very prestigious building in the evening, where people from the cultural sector and outside Wikimania will attend, including representatives of foreign cultural institutions represented on the East Coast if I understood correctly. Going to such an event in T-shirts and jeans would look out of place under almost all circumstances.
Fortunately, the event's invitation and dress code (which was set at the minimal level acceptable for such an event in such a venue) was published well in advance so that everyone who can and wants to can pack their suitcases accordingly.
As I gather, a number of Wikimanias had formal, or invitation-only receptions before the official programmes, though I am not sure they had a dress code; I am actually quite happy that this year's reception will actually be open to the attendees. We should celebrate that – this is certainly not an elaborate plot to suit up attendees or to exclude anyone. I am especially happy to see strong cultural programmes as side events this year, apart from the usual parties.
Whatever you may say about traditions that are not the same as general Wikimania traditions; we should be open to celebrate others' cultures and traditions and receptions with dress codes are just as much cultural experiences as anything else you may experience. You are not forced to partake in this experience, but cultural sensitivity requires that if you do want to participate you respect the modest requirements on dressing and thereby show respect to the organizers, the event and the other participants; and if you do not want to participate, that you try not to spoil the enjoyment of others.
The reception is scheduled to last about 90 minutes, after [and during] which everyone will have an opportunity to enjoy city life with or without other attendees in whatever clothes they find appropriate for a warm summer evening.
Best regards, Bence
Wikimania-l mailing list Wikimania-l@lists.wikimedia.org https://lists.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimania-l
On Sat, Jun 23, 2012 at 2:58 PM, Joseph Fox josephfoxwiki@gmail.com wrote:
Huh, just heard about this today. Might I ask why a photo ID is required? Is there an age limit for drink-related reasons?
See bottom of the page: Please note that the drinking agehttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/drinking_age in the United States is 21. You are only required to bring a photo ID if you would like to drink an alcoholic beverage. Non-alcoholic beverages will also be provided.
Best regards, Bence
The age limit is on drinking, not attending.
James
On Sat, Jun 23, 2012 at 8:58 AM, Joseph Fox josephfoxwiki@gmail.com wrote:
Huh, just heard about this today. Might I ask why a photo ID is required? Is there an age limit for drink-related reasons?
Joe
P.S. Apologies if this sends twice, my email client is being rather picky with this list.
On 23 June 2012 20:49, Bence Damokos bdamokos@gmail.com wrote:
Hi all,
Can we please stop arguing and demotivating the organizers who have put together a very nice event for us?
The event will be a reception held in a very prestigious building in the evening, where people from the cultural sector and outside Wikimania will attend, including representatives of foreign cultural institutions represented on the East Coast if I understood correctly. Going to such an event in T-shirts and jeans would look out of place under almost all circumstances.
Fortunately, the event's invitation and dress code (which was set at the minimal level acceptable for such an event in such a venue) was published well in advance so that everyone who can and wants to can pack their suitcases accordingly.
As I gather, a number of Wikimanias had formal, or invitation-only receptions before the official programmes, though I am not sure they had a dress code; I am actually quite happy that this year's reception will actually be open to the attendees. We should celebrate that – this is certainly not an elaborate plot to suit up attendees or to exclude anyone. I am especially happy to see strong cultural programmes as side events this year, apart from the usual parties.
Whatever you may say about traditions that are not the same as general Wikimania traditions; we should be open to celebrate others' cultures and traditions and receptions with dress codes are just as much cultural experiences as anything else you may experience. You are not forced to partake in this experience, but cultural sensitivity requires that if you do want to participate you respect the modest requirements on dressing and thereby show respect to the organizers, the event and the other participants; and if you do not want to participate, that you try not to spoil the enjoyment of others.
The reception is scheduled to last about 90 minutes, after [and during] which everyone will have an opportunity to enjoy city life with or without other attendees in whatever clothes they find appropriate for a warm summer evening.
Best regards, Bence
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I have to admit the first thing I thought of when I saw this on thie schedule was the invite-only party at Boston. I think it is great, that the reception is opened up this Wikimania. I am excited about this event, really excited. Perhaps because it was such a surprise to me while I expected all the other great things planned. Not just because it will be fun, but because of the soft effects of having everyone connect at one event the night before the main schedule begins. The two-tiered parties at Boston, I did not feel so excited about.
What is going to D.C. without a (semi-)formal party anyways? Those that dislike the dress code need to understand that D.C. is different from other places. If the event were in SF, there would be no probably be particular emphasis on dress code no matter how swank the venue. But D.C. is a different culture, and the organizers will continue living in D.C. long after Wikimania is over. We shouldn't be willing to embarrass them because we find it inconvient to conform. I don't see how the organizers could avoid having this sort of reception where they can invite all the sponsors to meet Jimmy. I am sure every one can think of the things that are relevant to their own culture that organizations do to thank those that give them money. Things that are only optional if you rate the abiltity to look the sponsors in the eye without blushing as optional. In D.C., it is inviting funders to a party with certain minimum standards, that would not seem very minimal in most other US cities. They didn't have invite everyone of course, but I for one appreciate that.
BirgitteSB
On Jun 23, 2012, at 7:49 AM, Bence Damokos <bdamokos@g mail.com> write:
Hi all,
Can we please stop arguing and demotivating the organizers who have put together a very nice event for us?
The event will be a reception held in a very prestigious building in the evening, where people from the cultural sector and outside Wikimania will attend, including representatives of foreign cultural institutions represented on the East Coast if I understood correctly. Going to such an event in T-shirts and jeans would look out of place under almost all circumstances.
Fortunately, the event's invitation and dress code (which was set at the minimal level acceptable for such an event in such a venue) was published well in advance so that everyone who can and wants to can pack their suitcases accordingly.
As I gather, a number of Wikimanias had formal, or invitation-only receptions before the official programmes, though I am not sure they had a dress code; I am actually quite happy that this year's reception will actually be open to the attendees. We should celebrate that – this is certainly not an elaborate plot to suit up attendees or to exclude anyone. I am especially happy to see strong cultural programmes as side events this year, apart from the usual parties.
Whatever you may say about traditions that are not the same as general Wikimania traditions; we should be open to celebrate others' cultures and traditions and receptions with dress codes are just as much cultural experiences as anything else you may experience. You are not forced to partake in this experience, but cultural sensitivity requires that if you do want to participate you respect the modest requirements on dressing and thereby show respect to the organizers, the event and the other participants; and if you do not want to participate, that you try not to spoil the enjoyment of others.
The reception is scheduled to last about 90 minutes, after [and during] which everyone will have an opportunity to enjoy city life with or without other attendees in whatever clothes they find appropriate for a warm summer evening.
Best regards, Bence _______________________________________________ Wikimania-l mailing list Wikimania-l@lists.wikimedia.org https://lists.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimania-l
On 23 June 2012 15:56, Birgitte_sb@yahoo.com wrote:
I have to admit the first thing I thought of when I saw this on thie schedule was the invite-only party at Boston. I think it is great, that the reception is opened up this Wikimania. I am excited about this event, really excited. Perhaps because it was such a surprise to me while I expected all the other great things planned. Not just because it will be fun, but because of the soft effects of having everyone connect at one event the night before the main schedule begins.
Not everyone. I for one won't have space in my luggage for non-jeans attire; and anyway the event clashes with Wiki Loves libraries.
On Sat, Jun 23, 2012 at 3:14 PM, Andy Mabbett andy@pigsonthewing.org.uk wrote:
On 23 June 2012 15:56, Birgitte_sb@yahoo.com wrote:
I have to admit the first thing I thought of when I saw this on thie schedule was the invite-only party at Boston. I think it is great, that the reception is opened up this Wikimania. I am excited about this event, really excited. Perhaps because it was such a surprise to me while I expected all the other great things planned. Not just because it will be fun, but because of the soft effects of having everyone connect at one event the night before the main schedule begins.
Not everyone. I for one won't have space in my luggage for non-jeans attire; and anyway the event clashes with Wiki Loves libraries.
Wikipedia Loves Libraries ends at 16:00 and the Google Reception begins at 19:00.
-- Andy Mabbett @pigsonthewing http://pigsonthewing.org.uk
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On Jun 23, 2012, at 2:14 PM, Andy Mabbett andy@pigsonthewing.org.uk wrote:
On 23 June 2012 15:56, Birgitte_sb@yahoo.com wrote:
I have to admit the first thing I thought of when I saw this on thie schedule was the invite-only party at Boston. I think it is great, that the reception is opened up this Wikimania. I am excited about this event, really excited. Perhaps because it was such a surprise to me while I expected all the other great things planned. Not just because it will be fun, but because of the soft effects of having everyone connect at one event the night before the main schedule begins.
Not everyone. I for one won't have space in my luggage for non-jeans attire; and anyway the event clashes with Wiki Loves libraries.
I meant this as opposed to the two tiered events at Boston. Of course not everyone will attend, but when group A connects at one event and group B at a separate event the rest of the conference your first instinct is to recognize a face from your assigned group.
On a seperate note, you might want reconsider jeans. The heat, and especially the humidity, will make denim and heavyweight fabrics less than comfortable. I say this as someone who has spent a day no more than three feet from a toliet after insisting on wearing my "coolest" jeans to the neighborhood house tour (as much time indoors as out) and becoming overheated. If you are unaccustomed to what a difference high humidity makes at 90 degrees, please seriously look into travel websites and their clothing recommendations. D.C. was under a heat advisory just last week, and while we may luck out in July, I wouldn't count on it. I doubt you want spend money on clothes shopping or cab rides because you are not prepared for the climate
Washington Post linked this summary in last week's article about the heat advisory: capital-weather-gang/post/heat-wave-and-hot-weather-guide/2011/07/18/gIQA8K5bMI_blog.html
The key information from my experience with heat related illness: You get really hot and sweaty. You lose your appetite and a significant amount of energy. >< You feel REALLY hot and your face turns beet red. (It feels like your face is an oven heating your surroundings rather than the opposite.) >< Your face turns pale and clammy. You stop sweating. You collapse.
Between the two >< marks, I act to get quickly into air-conditioning and cool off. Sip water, but don't drink too much or it won't stay down. Then I might recover with little more than a headache, but sometimes I still might be sick. If I get to the point were my face goes pale and clammy after it was bright red, I IMMEDIATELY get into A/C. I haven't collapse since I was ten but I have, too often, cursed myself for how far I pushed past my better judgement. If you notice the pale clammy after beet red stage happening to you or a companion, I recommend that wherever you are: stop, find A/C, call a cab, return to your lodgings. You will not make it much further walking.
BirgitteSB
On 23 June 2012 22:51, Birgitte_sb@yahoo.com wrote:
The key information from my experience with heat related illness: You get really hot and sweaty. You lose your appetite and a significant amount of energy. >< You feel REALLY hot and your face turns beet red. (It feels like your face is an oven heating your surroundings rather than the opposite.) >< Your face turns pale and clammy. You stop sweating. You collapse.
Between the two >< marks, I act to get quickly into air-conditioning and cool off. Sip water, but don't drink too much or it won't stay down. Then I might recover with little more than a headache, but sometimes I still might be sick. If I get to the point were my face goes pale and clammy after it was bright red, I IMMEDIATELY get into A/C. I haven't collapse since I was ten but I have, too often, cursed myself for how far I pushed past my better judgement. If you notice the pale clammy after beet red stage happening to you or a companion, I recommend that wherever you are: stop, find A/C, call a cab, return to your lodgings. You will not make it much further walking.
If you start suffering from heat exhaustion, I would suggest going to the first aid post (I'm sure there will be one). Much safer than trying to sort yourself out.
Thanks Brigitte for the tips about the heat! I completely agree, please bring clothes that are made from light, breathable fabrics for all of the daytime events. For evening events, the temperature will not be as high and can sometimes even be fairly comfortable, and also in some indoor venues, the air conditioning might be a little too cool for some people. Fortunately, for the hottest parts of the day, usually between 10 am - 5 pm (10:00 - 17:00), we should all be safely indoors enjoying the presentations at the air conditioned conference facilities of George Washington University :)
Sincerely,
Nicholas Michael Bashour President Wikimedia District of Columbia Washington, DC, USA
2012/6/23 Birgitte_sb@yahoo.com
On Jun 23, 2012, at 2:14 PM, Andy Mabbett andy@pigsonthewing.org.uk wrote:
On 23 June 2012 15:56, Birgitte_sb@yahoo.com wrote:
I have to admit the first thing I thought of when I saw this on thie
schedule was the invite-only party at Boston. I think it is great, that the reception is opened up this Wikimania. I am excited about this event, really excited. Perhaps because it was such a surprise to me while I expected all the other great things planned. Not just because it will be fun, but because of the soft effects of having everyone connect at one event the night before the main schedule begins.
Not everyone. I for one won't have space in my luggage for non-jeans attire; and anyway the event clashes with Wiki Loves libraries.
I meant this as opposed to the two tiered events at Boston. Of course not everyone will attend, but when group A connects at one event and group B at a separate event the rest of the conference your first instinct is to recognize a face from your assigned group.
On a seperate note, you might want reconsider jeans. The heat, and especially the humidity, will make denim and heavyweight fabrics less than comfortable. I say this as someone who has spent a day no more than three feet from a toliet after insisting on wearing my "coolest" jeans to the neighborhood house tour (as much time indoors as out) and becoming overheated. If you are unaccustomed to what a difference high humidity makes at 90 degrees, please seriously look into travel websites and their clothing recommendations. D.C. was under a heat advisory just last week, and while we may luck out in July, I wouldn't count on it. I doubt you want spend money on clothes shopping or cab rides because you are not prepared for the climate
Washington Post linked this summary in last week's article about the heat advisory:
capital-weather-gang/post/heat-wave-and-hot-weather-guide/2011/07/18/gIQA8K5bMI_blog.html
The key information from my experience with heat related illness: You get really hot and sweaty. You lose your appetite and a significant amount of energy. >< You feel REALLY hot and your face turns beet red. (It feels like your face is an oven heating your surroundings rather than the opposite.)
< Your face turns pale and clammy. You stop sweating. You collapse.
Between the two >< marks, I act to get quickly into air-conditioning and cool off. Sip water, but don't drink too much or it won't stay down. Then I might recover with little more than a headache, but sometimes I still might be sick. If I get to the point were my face goes pale and clammy after it was bright red, I IMMEDIATELY get into A/C. I haven't collapse since I was ten but I have, too often, cursed myself for how far I pushed past my better judgement. If you notice the pale clammy after beet red stage happening to you or a companion, I recommend that wherever you are: stop, find A/C, call a cab, return to your lodgings. You will not make it much further walking.
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On 6/23/12 11:51 PM, Birgitte_sb@yahoo.com wrote:
On Jun 23, 2012, at 2:14 PM, Andy Mabbettandy@pigsonthewing.org.uk wrote:
On 23 June 2012 15:56,Birgitte_sb@yahoo.com wrote:
I have to admit the first thing I thought of when I saw this on thie schedule was the invite-only party at Boston. I think it is great, that the reception is opened up this Wikimania. I am excited about this event, really excited. Perhaps because it was such a surprise to me while I expected all the other great things planned. Not just because it will be fun, but because of the soft effects of having everyone connect at one event the night before the main schedule begins.
Not everyone. I for one won't have space in my luggage for non-jeans attire; and anyway the event clashes with Wiki Loves libraries.
I meant this as opposed to the two tiered events at Boston. Of course not everyone will attend, but when group A connects at one event and group B at a separate event the rest of the conference your first instinct is to recognize a face from your assigned group.
On a seperate note, you might want reconsider jeans. The heat, and especially the humidity, will make denim and heavyweight fabrics less than comfortable. I say this as someone who has spent a day no more than three feet from a toliet after insisting on wearing my "coolest" jeans to the neighborhood house tour (as much time indoors as out) and becoming overheated. If you are unaccustomed to what a difference high humidity makes at 90 degrees, please seriously look into travel websites and their clothing recommendations. D.C. was under a heat advisory just last week, and while we may luck out in July, I wouldn't count on it. I doubt you want spend money on clothes shopping or cab rides because you are not prepared for the climate
Washington Post linked this summary in last week's article about the heat advisory: capital-weather-gang/post/heat-wave-and-hot-weather-guide/2011/07/18/gIQA8K5bMI_blog.html
The key information from my experience with heat related illness: You get really hot and sweaty. You lose your appetite and a significant amount of energy.>< You feel REALLY hot and your face turns beet red. (It feels like your face is an oven heating your surroundings rather than the opposite.)>< Your face turns pale and clammy. You stop sweating. You collapse.
Between the two>< marks, I act to get quickly into air-conditioning and cool off. Sip water, but don't drink too much or it won't stay down. Then I might recover with little more than a headache, but sometimes I still might be sick. If I get to the point were my face goes pale and clammy after it was bright red, I IMMEDIATELY get into A/C. I haven't collapse since I was ten but I have, too often, cursed myself for how far I pushed past my better judgement. If you notice the pale clammy after beet red stage happening to you or a companion, I recommend that wherever you are: stop, find A/C, call a cab, return to your lodgings. You will not make it much further walking.
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Waou. *that* is reassuring :)
I have been living a couple of years in Arizona. Here is what I learned there.
1) remember to wear light color clothes (white or pale colors are best. Black jeans is to avoid) 2) remember to wear large clothes where the air can circulate more easily 3) remember that shade is your friend 4) remember that water is your friend as well. Not only for drinking but for cooling your body (splash a full bottle on yourself) 5) remember that 12-16h is really not the time to go shopping or to play tennis. It is napping time 6) remember to listen to your body. A headache is a frequent warning long before you collapse. A sign of headache does not mean "take medication". It is a sign to "go in the shade, wet your body, drink". I especially saw that with friend visitors from Europe insisting that they "just had to take a pill and that headach will go away". No, it will not go away with a pill 7) drink is nice. Drink and eat light slightly salty stuff is better 8) Remember that alcool is not your friend
Accordingly, if you plan to go to the Opening Reception with dark suit, tight shirt, to eat chocolate cake with alcoohol on top, reconsider ;)
Thanks for your advise. I think it will be very useful!
On Sun, Jun 24, 2012 at 6:30 AM, Florence Devouard anthere@anthere.orgwrote:
On 6/23/12 11:51 PM, Birgitte_sb@yahoo.com wrote:
On Jun 23, 2012, at 2:14 PM, Andy Mabbett<andy@pigsonthewing.**org.ukandy@pigsonthewing.org.uk> wrote:
On 23 June 2012 15:56,Birgitte_sb@yahoo.com wrote:
I have to admit the first thing I thought of when I saw this on thie schedule was the invite-only party at Boston. I think it is great, that the reception is opened up this Wikimania. I am excited about this event, really excited. Perhaps because it was such a surprise to me while I expected all the other great things planned. Not just because it will be fun, but because of the soft effects of having everyone connect at one event the night before the main schedule begins.
Not everyone. I for one won't have space in my luggage for non-jeans attire; and anyway the event clashes with Wiki Loves libraries.
I meant this as opposed to the two tiered events at Boston. Of course
not everyone will attend, but when group A connects at one event and group B at a separate event the rest of the conference your first instinct is to recognize a face from your assigned group.
On a seperate note, you might want reconsider jeans. The heat, and especially the humidity, will make denim and heavyweight fabrics less than comfortable. I say this as someone who has spent a day no more than three feet from a toliet after insisting on wearing my "coolest" jeans to the neighborhood house tour (as much time indoors as out) and becoming overheated. If you are unaccustomed to what a difference high humidity makes at 90 degrees, please seriously look into travel websites and their clothing recommendations. D.C. was under a heat advisory just last week, and while we may luck out in July, I wouldn't count on it. I doubt you want spend money on clothes shopping or cab rides because you are not prepared for the climate
Washington Post linked this summary in last week's article about the heat advisory: capital-weather-gang/post/**heat-wave-and-hot-weather-** guide/2011/07/18/gIQA8K5bMI_**blog.html
The key information from my experience with heat related illness: You get really hot and sweaty. You lose your appetite and a significant amount of energy.>< You feel REALLY hot and your face turns beet red. (It feels like your face is an oven heating your surroundings rather than the opposite.)>< Your face turns pale and clammy. You stop sweating. You collapse.
Between the two>< marks, I act to get quickly into air-conditioning and cool off. Sip water, but don't drink too much or it won't stay down. Then I might recover with little more than a headache, but sometimes I still might be sick. If I get to the point were my face goes pale and clammy after it was bright red, I IMMEDIATELY get into A/C. I haven't collapse since I was ten but I have, too often, cursed myself for how far I pushed past my better judgement. If you notice the pale clammy after beet red stage happening to you or a companion, I recommend that wherever you are: stop, find A/C, call a cab, return to your lodgings. You will not make it much further walking.
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Waou. *that* is reassuring :)
I have been living a couple of years in Arizona. Here is what I learned there.
- remember to wear light color clothes (white or pale colors are best.
Black jeans is to avoid) 2) remember to wear large clothes where the air can circulate more easily 3) remember that shade is your friend 4) remember that water is your friend as well. Not only for drinking but for cooling your body (splash a full bottle on yourself) 5) remember that 12-16h is really not the time to go shopping or to play tennis. It is napping time 6) remember to listen to your body. A headache is a frequent warning long before you collapse. A sign of headache does not mean "take medication". It is a sign to "go in the shade, wet your body, drink". I especially saw that with friend visitors from Europe insisting that they "just had to take a pill and that headach will go away". No, it will not go away with a pill 7) drink is nice. Drink and eat light slightly salty stuff is better 8) Remember that alcool is not your friend
Accordingly, if you plan to go to the Opening Reception with dark suit, tight shirt, to eat chocolate cake with alcoohol on top, reconsider ;)
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On a seperate note, you might want reconsider jeans. The heat, and especially the humidity, will make denim and heavyweight fabrics less than comfortable. I say this as someone who has spent a day no more than three feet from a toliet after insisting on wearing my "coolest" jeans to the neighborhood house tour (as much time indoors as out) and becoming overheated. If you are unaccustomed to what a difference high humidity makes at 90 degrees, please seriously look into travel websites and their clothing recommendations. D.C. was under a heat advisory just last week, and while we may luck out in July, I wouldn't count on it. I doubt you want spend money on clothes shopping or cab rides because you are not prepared for the climate
Second this ^^
To all my fellow brits; don't do what I did the first time I went to D.C. and think "meh, Jeans will be OK". Buy some light (as in colour and weight) trousers :)
Or suffer.
Tom
Hi everyone,
I wonder how many people will show up in http://www.amazon.com/Tuxedo-T-shirt-hillarious-funny-gag/dp/B0012GR3ME/ref=... or http://www.guystyleguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/ram-tie.jpg
Looking forward to it!
Maarten
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