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The road curves seductively up and to the right. It is constructed from smooth tarmac, gleaming in the lunchtime sun. Good, no traction issues there – nothing to cause the rear end to break away suddenly and spit me into the concrete posts that sit beyond the corner.

My seat is already vibrating under me due to the rose jointed suspension transmitting the road surface faithfully to my butt, and when I change down into third, and then down into second, the engine joins in the vibration, making me fear for my future as a father – there's a whole lot of shakin' going on.

But now I'm on the corner, lifting off the throttle a touch to let the front tyres – shrouded only by the most minimal of mud guards – grip tight to the road and guide the car into the corner. Mid corner now and I'm beginning to feed in the power, treating the throttle like a very delicate lever rather than an on/off button.

Abrupt changes in steering and throttle inputs are a definite no-no in a car like this. Feeding the power now, feeling the rear tyres begin to slip, transitioning smoothly into the mildest of oversteer and I hold it there, until the road ahead straightens out. Straight now, and the throttle goes all the way to the aluminium firewall.

The air intake for the engine – situated just to the left of your head -emits a roaring scream as air is pummelled and sucked into the gaping maw of the four cylinder engine. The thrust is constant now, a force that presses you hard into the unpadded plastic seat. Up into third and repeat the process.

Then brake very hard, because the speed limit is 100km/h and it doesn't look good when you rocket onto the motorway off the on ramp at speeds appreciably above that figure.

Welcome to the world of the Ariel Atom 2, where the laws of physics and distance are warped beyond recognition, a world where passing distances reveal themselves in the merest stretch of unoccupied road, where indicating while overtaking is a lost cause because the entire action is carried out in one flash of the indicator out and one flash back in.

This is a very, very fast car.

And yet looking at the engine spec you wouldn't think so. The four pot engine comes directly out of an Integra Type R, which means a healthy but not amazing 162kW. It does rev to well above 8000rpm but that's not the reason you'd be able to keep up with a Ferrari Enzo when the traffic light turns green.

Weight is the enemy of acceleration, and since the Atom 2 weighs only 520kg that means a power to weight ratio of 430bhp/tonne. That's a big number and you need big balls to drive this car to its limits.

The Atom 2 comes from the UK, home of the track day car. The police have become so strict over there, and there is so much traffic that the only place you can go to enjoy yourself is on the track, and so plenty of small volume car makers have decided to build cars you can conceivably drive to the race circuit to thrash.

I say conceivably, because it's a stretch of the imagination to see the Atom 2 as an everyday car. For a start there's no roof, but then again there are no doors and no body sides. There's no air con, in fact no ventilation except for what blows over and around you and certainly no stereo – thanks to the air intake being next to your head it's hard enough hearing what your passenger is screaming over the sound.

But it is actually possible to drive the car in town. The clutch engages sharply, but once you're over that you can get a smooth start every time, and once moving the light kerb weight means that you really don't need to worry about what gear you're in. You can do 50km/h in sixth if you really feel like it.

The Atom 2 is constructed from a strong alloy cage that bears more than a passing relationship to a superbike frame. It arches over the 'cabin' and carries the front suspension. At the rear the engine is attached to the rear of the chassis and the suspension itself is attached, race car style to the engine itself.

The six speed manual gearbox is likewise carried over from the Type R, and in this guise there is minimal distance between the gear gates, which means that until you get used to it the odd missed gearchange is a way of life. Once used to the gearbox though the gearchanges come almost instantly, snapping into place and enabling the driver to enjoy an almost never-ending stream of abusive acceleration.

The only creature comfort you have is a one piece plastic moulded seat that also forms the passenger seat. Different sized drivers have a bitch of a time swapping over because the entire seat has to be unbolted and shifted within the alloy cage.

This demonstrator from the importers – Open Wheeler Imports – is fitted with the optional track suspension, which allows you to change all sorts of settings for best behaviour while on the track. The standard car, which is priced at NZ$74,700 comes with the standard non-adjustable suspension, but as long as it's the same setting as that on the demo there won't be a problem with accommodating New Zealand roads.

There's enough absorbance to wash out most of the horrendous road surface, while retaining more than enough stiffness in cornering. The Atom 2 refuses to roll at all in corners, which makes for some very odd cornering shots – it doesn't look like the car is moving at all, even when it is belting through the bend at a hair whitening speed.
With that much power going through the modestly size rear tyres its not surprising that oversteer is there for the taking – it's not surprising that the Atom 2 behaves just like a Formula Ford adapted for two people would, although its not nearly as nervous on the limit. And regardless of whether you enjoy sliding the car around there remains the sheer breathtaking power of the car, more akin to being shot out of a cannon than anything with four wheels and an engine.

If NZ$74,700 is a little too much for you Ariel does do a lower powered Atom 2 based around the 116kW engine from the standard Integra. Don't be fooled though, because even this lower powered NZ$67,200 Atom 2 has a better power to weight ratio than a Porsche 911 Turbo. It's amazing what you can do when you weigh next to nothing at all, isn't it?

In fact there's so little to the Atom 2 that you could easily think that it's not worth the money, but when you look at it from a bang for your bucks viewpoint there isn't anything else in New Zealand that comes even close.

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The holidays are a time of celebration with family, right?  Unfortunately in this time of war many families are not able to celebrate the holidays together.  It becomes very painful for the spouse left here while their wife/husband is overseas.  Not only do they have to deal with the constant worry of what may happen to their loved ones, the most joyous time of the year quickly becomes very painful.  These gifts can help bring joy to the husbands and wives left here on the home front.

1.)    Phone Cards

Phone Cards are great way to help lessen the costs of keeping in touch with the deployed love ones.  During the holidays, the telephone calls tend to be longer so the phone cards are extremely appreciated.  The most useful ones are the ones that can be sent through e-mail, so the deployed member can actually call home when their schedule permits.  When a loved one is gone over the holidays, even early morning telephone calls absolute joy.

2.)    Disposable Cameras

Since most people have digital cameras now, film cameras are not used as very often. Disposable cameras are great gifts to be mailed to the deployed family member.  Even though they must be careful of what pictures they take, there is a great joy in being able to hold recent pictures of loved ones.

3.)    Stamps

Again this is a thoughtful way to help lesson the cost of keeping in touch.  Most spouses send lots of care packages which can become quite expensive after a while.  Chipping into the postage helps show that you are aware of what the spouse is going through while giving a very practical gift.

4.)    DVDs

Although this may sound a little strange, the spouse left here needs some type of relaxation.  I’ve found that regular television shows covers too much information about the fighting going on over-seas.  Any news break about a local soldier dying in combat breaks too much pain.  Most deployed spouses begin not to watch much television until their spouse returns.  A good DVD after the children go to bed is a great way to escape reality.  A “chick flick” is even better because it’s hard to see these movies when my husband is here.  

5.)    Flowers

Every one loves flowers.  They are beautiful and have a way of lighting up a person’s face every time they see them.  Many times it is hard for the deployed spouse to find a way to order and pay for flowers.   Having a friend or family member send flowers is a great way to remind the spouse here that some one does care for them and is thinking about them.

6.)    Web
Cam

For the spouses who are lucky enough to be deployed in places that have internet access, internet cameras are great.  This actually lets them see you in live time.  It also is a great way of showing children to their parents and lets their parents see how much they’re children have grown.  If both family members have Internet cameras, it is helps remind the younger members what Daddy or Mommy looks like and lets the spouses see each other.  Many spouses can contribute a young baby or toddler remembering Mommy or Daddy due to the use of web cams.

7.)    Gift Cards for favorite Restaurant

Many spouses that are left at home continue to work and live in the same location.  This means that they begin to take on the responsibilities of two people.  Now only one person is in charge of finances, child rearing, grocery shopping, car upkeep, house repair, housekeeping, and feeding the children.  A gift card to a restaurant that will deliver is a great way to help relieve some of the stress while providing a good hot meal for the family.

8.)    A Clean House-

It doesn’t matter if you take the time to clean the house or if you hire some one else.  Coming home to a clean house will definitely lift the spirits of the family left here. 

9.)    Free Night of Babysitting   

With the sole responsibility of child rearing on one person’s shoulders, parents have no time to unwind and relax. The pervious “me” time has now disappeared.  It is very helpful for the parent here to be given a night alone.  It allows them a charge to recharge their energy level, so that they feel more confident about taking care of their family single handedly.

10.)            Free House Repair

A lot of times the person left here has no idea how to fix some of the common problems that happen around the house.  With working full-time jobs, it is nearly impossible to make the appointments to get the small things repaired.  It is always helpful to have some one who is a regular “handy man” come fix up around the house.  From the leaky toilet to the weird sound in the washer machine, there is plenty to do.  This also makes the time when the couple is re-united less stressful, as the member coming back does not have to worry about fixing things around the house.

No matter what you get the spouse left here, it will be appreciated.  Most spouses are very proud of their husbands/wives overseas and would never complain about their situations; however, it is always nice for them to feel appreciated for their sacrifices of their loved ones and the struggles they are going though to run a household by themselves.  In fact the most important gift you can give a spouse left here is your understanding of the role he/she is now fulfilling. 

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Picking out an erotic gift for that special woman in your life is a tough choice as all women have different tastes. But there are many sex toys out there for women that will be able to give them pleasure. Here are a few which are great items for women.

>    The Rabbit Pearl – This feminine vibrator that was featured on Sex in City and is loved by women all over the world. It has a soft pink jelly exterior, spinning stimulating pearls, and offers a clitoral vibrating “bunny”. It has a long and easy to handle battery pack and two controls that are separate for shaft and clitoral stimulation.

>    The Little Ruby – The Little Ruby is convenient as it has no wires or handpack. It is constrcted out of clear red plastic which brings end to end vibration and its sensations vary while having an easy grip. It is imported from Japan and is a high quality sex toy which is the preiminent clitoral stimulator.

>   The G-Spot Jewel – The G-Spot Jewell is a soft and sensual sex toy for women. It comes from Japan and it has varying speeds of vibration which is transmitted throughout the vibrator. It hits all the right spots.

>    The Provocateur – The Provocateur is a duel action vibrator that has a thick shaft and it doesn’t only rotate but it moves up and down as well for a different sensation. The stimulator is powered by a high end motor which is separate from the shaft motor and both motors are controlled on the base of the vibrator. It is made of material which is of the highest quality which makes it easy to clean.

>    The Little Dolly – The Little Dolly is the perfect travel vibrator or one for the first time user. It is made of the highest quality silicone and is very heigenic and offers a sensual feeling. It has easy to use touch controls and the size of the shaft can be used for internal and external stimulation. It is also waterproof which allows for the use of it anywhere.

>   The Water Missle – The Water Missle is Japanese constrcuted and can be used for clitoral stimulation as well as messaging concentrated muscles. The nubbed head on the product can be used for a deeper and more intense vibration. A smooth round cap can be put over it for different sensations. It has an extended handled which allows for an easy grip. 

>    Karma Sutra Love Essentials – The Karma Sutra Love Essentials come in a beautifully illustrated box and is perfect for travel. It has samples of the infamous Oil of Love which is an edible and sensual oil that has the taste of cinimmon and leaves a warm trail wherever applied on the body. It also contains Honey Dust which is in a satin bag that is edible, made with pure honey, and feels soft as silk on the skin. A feather duster is included, which is handmade, and has the ability to tickle and tease. An uncented tube of water based Love Liquid Sensual Lubricant is included for the most sensual moment. All of the products contained in the Karma Sutra Love Essentails box are water soluable as well as non staining. All the products are great for the road or at home to add an erotic dimension to lovemaking.

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Due to the continued development of a baby's small body, but mainly due to dietary and formula complications, a baby can sometimes experience constipation. This is quite normal unless the constipation lasts longer than three days, at which point, the baby's doctor should be contacted. Only a doctor can tell you if the constipation is serious or due to a more serious condition.

During constipation, a baby may feel some bloating or pain, due to the clogged bowels. These uncomfortable feelings can also cause a baby to cry or be more cranky or fussy than normal. A constipated baby can also experience gas.

Breastfed babies rarely experience constipation, unless they have started solid food. Formula-fed babies experience constipation more often than breast-fed babies. For a breast-fed baby, a normal bowel movement schedule is from 8 times per day (newborn to a few weeks old), to 4 times per day (4 weeks and older), to even 1 time per day (over 8 weeks old). Different babies will have different patterns. In a formula-fed infant, stools or bowel movements should be happening from several times per day to only once per week. For babies eating solid food, the bowel movement schedule will vary depending on the food eaten, as well as the individual baby. If a baby has not had a bowel movement, or BM, in 7 days, it is time to contact the doctor.

Signs Baby Might Be Constipated
- unusual crankiness that is not relieved by burping, feeding, or changing
- pressure in the abdomen or pushing in the abdomen by the baby
- no BM for several hours or longer
- won't take breast milk or formula bottle at normal feeding time
- cries are sharp-sounding (a sign of pain)
- baby cannot get comfortable
- baby is flailing legs about
- screaming with a frustrated facial expression and/or reddening in the face
- baby may stop fussing for a moment if sides of abdomen are lightly massaged
- baby passes small, hard, pellet-like poops

Relieving The Constipation
There are several methods of relieving the constipation. However, in babies, any form of ingesting medicines and laxatives should be done as a last resort and only under the supervision or instructions of a doctor. There are a few marketed products for relieving constipation in babies, however many physicians guard against them.

Here are two methods that I have found very effective.

Method One:
For this method, baby will be lying down. First, lie baby on his or her back in your lap. Be sure baby's head and bottom are secure. Now, gently raise baby's legs up by the feet with knees slightly bent to the sides, as you would do for a diaper change. Gently push the legs by the feet towards the abdomen while gently massaging the sides of the abdomen with your free hand. Do this for about 5 minutes, or until the baby has a bowel movement, whichever occurs first. If this does not work, try again every few minutes until baby has either had a bowel movement or is no longer cranky. If it does not work after 3 attempts, do not irritate baby by trying this method any further. Instead, focus on soothing and calming baby. Then, try another method. For me, this method only took one try each time. This was used with more than one child.

Method Two:
For this method, baby will be sitting up in the parent's lap. First, lean the baby forward, still in the sitting position, being sure to support the head. Then, lean baby back to the seated position. Continue this slowly until baby is comfortable, has had a bowel movement, or about five times. If baby is still not comfortable, wait a few moments, then try again. Only try this a couple times. You don't want to upset baby any further or get baby dizzy from the back and forth motion. For me, this one only took one try each time. This method was used with more than one child.

Relieving The Crankiness: Soothing and Calming Baby
Many times the crankiness will be relieved as soon as the constipation is relieved. However, in some babies, the constipation may not be relieved right away, so you'll need to figure out how to soothe them as best you can until that happens.

The two methods above can do that, but here are ten more soothing methods. Most of these won't take away the constipation, however they will help calm baby down.

Method One: Stroller Motion
Putting baby in a stroller that lies back is a great soothing method. Lie the stroller in the position that will allow for baby's head and back to be slightly raised. This is usually the second position on a reclining stroller. Next, strap baby in properly and roll the stroller back and forth (forward and backward). Oftentimes baby will fall asleep during this method, which is fine, if it keeps baby calm.

Method Two: Baby Swing
Placing baby in a baby swing, following the safety regulations of the product, can also help to soothe a fussy baby.

Method Three: Tummy Rock
Place the baby on your lap, lying on the tummy. Gently rock your knees back and forth, being sure baby and baby's head are secure.

Method Four: Rocking Chair
Many babies love being on their parent's lap in a rocking chair. The soothing motion can quiet a fussy baby or put them to sleep.

Method Five: Walk N' Wiggle
In this method, you'll hug baby to your chest. Baby should be facing you with his or her head above your shoulders. Secure baby's headand body. Gently wiggle baby up and down while walking around.

Method Six: Cradle Rock
This is the classic rocking method used with babies. Cradle baby in your arms and rock him or her back and forth gently. You can sit, stand, or walk while doing this.

Method Seven: Pacifier
This may be an obvious soother, but pacifiers really work wonders to soothe a baby.

Method Eight: Car Ride
The gentle vibrations as well as the sounds of the car in motion work together to soothe a baby.

Method Nine: Washer Ride
Secure baby safely in a carrier or carseat. Place the carrier or carseat atop a washing machine on spin cycle. Hold the carrier or carseat during this motion and do not leave baby unattended or let go of the carrier. An alternative is for the parent or caregiver to sit atop the spinning washer and hold the baby.

Method Ten: Vibrations
Vibrating swings or bouncer seats can also be very soothing to a cranky baby, as well as ease the discomfort of gas, bloating, or constipation.

Method Eleven: Back Rub, Massage, Or Pat
Lie baby in your lap and gently rub, massage, or pat the baby's back.

Method twelve: Tummy Rub, Massage, Or Pat
As with the above method, lie baby in your lap. This time you will be gently rubbing, massaging or patting the baby's tummy.

Please note that the author is not a licensed medical professional. Anytime baby's health is concerned, the baby's physician should be contacted. This is not meant to replace the advice and care of a licensed medical professional, but simply to inform the reader of actions that have personally helped the author in situations such as this.

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