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Q&A: I’m Allergic To Dogs And Encounter Too Many In Airports |
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Q: Recently I read an article on the Los Angeles Times website about the continuing increase of dogs in airports. They include traveling pets, service dogs and volunteer comfort dogs. Every time I fly these days, I’m surrounded by them, both in airports and aboard flights. My asthma gets so bad I can’t stop sneezing. What can I do about it? MMJ, Portland ME
A: Not much to change the situation. It seems increased crowding, tougher security and other contemporary airport situations encourage more presence of dogs for various reasons. The best way to address your allergy is to have a session with your family physician, and get an effective prescription to ease your allergy.
Take enough medications you can use while being confined at airports and aboard flights where dogs are present. If weather permits, spend as much airport waiting time outside in the fresh air. When your seat is being assigned, tell the online or live airline contact about your medical condition. Ask for seating, usually near the rear the plane, where there are no dogs during the flight.
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Denver Airport Adds Cat To Traveler Dog Therapy Crew |
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It’s about time. While friendly dogs are doing great in soothing the nerves of anxious airport passengers, purring cats can also serve in the same capacity. The first feline joins Denver’s CATS: Canine Airport Therapy Squad.
Brown with black tiger stripes and white muzzle is Xeli, pronounced zellee. The soothing cat is available for stroking, hugging and sharing selfies with passengers and families of all ages.
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Washington DC: Museum Of The Bible Goes Beyond Scriptures |
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In addition to the expected exhibits featuring stories from the Holy Book, there are many other interesting sights and artwork. For example, a full-size replica of the Liberty Bell, glass-enclosed spaces with views of the U.S. Capitol, Washington Monument and other familiar city landmarks.
There’s also a glass-covered outdoor garden that displays living plant species mentioned in the Bible. Nearby is an interesting replica of an ancient Hebrew village from the time of Jesus, complete with the Christmas manger scene from Nazareth at the center.
Inside is a variety of modern theater stages, all with the latest in electronic presentations, from realistic projections to enormous TV screens that display Old and New Testament dramas. Admission is free, but expect to be asked for donations of $15 per adult and $10 per child. The address is 400 4th Street SW., near the National Mall. www.museumofthebible.org
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Times Square NYC: How Do I Deal With Costumed Characters? |
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Q: I recently took my two grandkids to Manhattan for a day at the theater. Everything went OK until we walked through Times Square. When the kids went over to the costumed characters to shoot some selfies, they heard nasty cursing and loud demands for money. I quickly pulled the kids away without paying anything. Was I right? AAL, Scranton PA
A: Of course, if you were offended by the language in front of the kids, you were right to leave. That scene happens often because all of the characters expect to be paid for posing for photos. Now that kids of all ages use smartphones frequently, on crowded days among the costumed characters many snap and leave without paying.
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Humor? Don’t Mix Up Words When World Wandering |
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In your travels this year, be sure to use proper and polite language when visiting world destinations. Be aware that people are always sensitive and quick to anger against blabby American tourists.
For example:
San Diego: During WW2, we Navy guys called it Dago. A no, no word today.
New York: Don’t call the ladies of the evening there Broadway broads.
London: While you dally, pick a dilly at the famed city square.
Rome: Learn to dance the latest Spanish Steps there.
Las Vegas: You’d be perfectly correct in calling it Lost Wages.
Paris: Altho Parisian girls are lovely, it’s not called the Eyeful Tower.
Jerusalem: You won’t find Noah’s big fish at the Whaling Wall.
Hollywood: Do not remove your clothing when doing the Sunset Strip.
South Korea: All the restaurants there serve Seoul food.
Thailand: Don’t even think of making lewd jokes about Bangkok.
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