Dr. Filomena

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The core team of the company (shameless plug: GBD Nepremičnine d.d.) decided a while ago to donate blood ‘together’ and went through with it today. It’s only natural that people hate needles so it really does help if you have somebody there as support. It turned out that the three of us cover the three basic blood groups, namely 0, A and B, which is kind of cool.

Please, donate blood!

It doesn’t take that long and you’re helping save lives! Not to mention the great breakfast they serve you afterwards. The fact that your (hint: and your partner’s) blood is checked for all sorts of transmittable diseases is an added bonus.

Wondering where you can donate blood in Slovenia? You can participate in a blood drive or you can give blood at one of the locations below at any time that suits you best. More information in Slovenian at the Blood Transfucion Centre of Slovenia website.

Zavod Republike Slovenije za transfuzijsko medicino
Šlajmerjeva 6, 1000 Ljubljana, Tel.: (01) 543 81 00
Vsak delovni dan: 7.00-15.00
Četrtek: 7.00-17.00

Center za transfuzijsko medicino UKC Maribor
UKC Maribor, Ljubljanska 5, 2000 Maribor, Tel.: (02) 321 22 75
Torek: 7.00-17.30
Četrtek: 7.00-11.00

Oddelek za transfuzijsko medicino Celje
Splošna bolnišnica Celje, Oblakova 5, 3000 Celje, Tel.: (03) 423 35 92
Ponedeljek: 7.30-10.30
Torek: 7.30-10.30
Sreda: 7.30-10.30

Oddelek za transfuzijsko medicino Izola
Splošna bolnišnica Izola, Polje 35, 6310 Izola, Tel.: (05) 660 62 30
Torek: 7.30-12.00
Četrtek: 7.30-11.00 in 13.00-16.30
Petek: 7.30-12.00

Oddelek za transfuzijsko medicino Jesenice
Splošna bolnišnica Jesenice, Titova 112, 4270 Jesenice, Tel.: (04) 586 83 08
Torek: 7.00-12.00

Oddelek za transfuzijsko medicino Murska Sobota
Splošna bolnišnica Murska Sobota, Rakičan, Ulica dr. Vrbnjaka 6, 9000 Murska Sobota, Tel.: (02) 512 31 00
Ponedeljek: 7.00-11.30
Četrtek: 7.00-11.30

Oddelek za transfuzijsko medicino Nova Gorica
Splošna bolnišnica Nova Gorica, Ulica padlih borcev 13, 5290 Šempeter pri Novi Gorici,
Tel.: (05) 330 11 76
Torek: 8.00-12.00 in 14.00-16.00
Petek: 8.00-12.00

Oddelek za transfuzijsko medicino Novo mesto
Splošna bolnišnica Novo mesto, Šmihelska 1, 8000 Novo mesto, Tel.: (07) 391 65 74
Torek : 7.00-10.30
Četrtek: 7.00-10.30

Oddelek za transfuzijsko medicino Ptuj
Splošna bolnišnica dr. Jožeta Potrča, Potrčeva 23-25, 2250 Ptuj, Tel.: (02) 749 14 37
Ponedeljek: 7.00-11.00
Četrtek: 7.00-11.00

Oddelek za transfuzijsko medicino Slovenj Gradec
Splošna bolnišnica Slovenj Gradec, Gosposvetska 3, 2380 Slovenj Gradec, Tel.: (02) 882 34 82
Torek: 7.00-9.00
Četrtek: 7.00-9.00

Oddelek za transfuzijsko medicino Trbovlje
Splošna bolnišnica Trbovlje, Rudarska 9, 1420 Trbovlje, Tel.: (03) 565 25 89
Četrtek: 6.00-9.30

Just a few impressions from Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic.

The Dominican Republic is a representative democracy with a presidential system much like the one in the US. The President is elected by popular vote in elections held every four years, always on 16 May. The latest elections took place two days ago and the main candidates running for office were the incumbent Leonel Fernandez Reyna (Dominican Liberation Party/ Partido de la Liberación Dominicana; the “violet party”), Miguel Vargas Maldonado (Dominican Revolutionary Party (PRD) / Partido Revolucionario Dominicano; the “white party”) and Amable Aristy Castro (Social Christian Reformist Party (PRSC) / Partido Reformista Social Cristiano; the “red party”). (See more at the end of this post.)

I was lucky enough to have spent some time in this beautiful country of breathtaking nature, great music and cheerful people who let me bug them about their views of politics and the presidential candidates. Here are a few photos that may not be as sexy as the palm-adorned sandy beaches or perfectly cut grass of spectacular golf fields to most, but I needed some contact with real life.

One thing is certain, though… the people of Santo Domingo know how to parteeeeeeee!

Not everyone can afford a home, but none of the homeless freeze to death. Or die of hunger, I was told.

The less-frequently visited hoods of the city.

What gives?

One of the most famous streets of Santo Domingo: Calle Las Damas.

The Prez’s ride and escort in front of the Presidential Palace.

Two days ago, the incumbent Leonel Fernandez won the elections in the first round, securing about 53% of the vote. During both his previous terms, the country has done well and much progress has been made. Watching this lawyer on TV, I was impressed with the way he addressed complex legal and political issues in such a colourful and simple manner, that even I with my poor command of Spanish could follow his line of reasoning. For example, he debated the various types of judicial systems with regard to the role of the Constitutional or Supreme court and went as far as to explain his view of regional autonomy on the case of Kosovo.

For the sake of Jose Miguel and his friends I hope the old new President keeps the country on track to the prosperity that the entire island (yes, the entire island) and its people deserve.

Oooook so here comes one of the more typical Dominican photos just for you, my friends:

Punta Espada, a signature golf course of Jack Nicklaus at Cap Cana, where the first PGA tournament (Champions Tour) in the Dominican Republic took place in April 2008.

Just a photo from last Sunday and a hint at where the next post is presumably coming from.

Today, over lunch, my favourite New Yorker claimed I posted far too few photos from the Dominican Republic. So let me try to make it up to you guys. For starters, this is Jose who kindly introduced me to the “really” fresh coconuts… one to drink from and another to enjoy the delicious taste of the… fruit? Yumm… Thanks, Jose!

(blackberries may not be the best cameras  one can use)

Here comes the medal from “the POT” – (Pot okoli Ljubljane – Pot ob žici). Btw, Pengovsky’s Liberation Day Hike posts from the first ever Slovenian “live blogging event” can be found (starting) here: http://www.pengovsky.com/2007/05/12/liberation-day-hike-1/

Unfortunately, I was unable to complete the live reporting from the hike around Ljubljana as my mobile phone decided against it and I could not persuade it to collaborate (err) even though I tried quite hard. Over 400 of us in total did, however, complete the entire 35 km hike and have medals to prove it 😉 The weather was phenomenal and the atmosphere inspiring. This was the first time I did the entire stretch, but I get the feeling it will not be the last.

See you next year!

… and I’ll tell you who you are has been rephrased by Mr. P to

Tell Me Your Song And My Readers Will Know Who Your Friends Are

Definitely worth a look (and a hear)!!!

Primary Colours

I presume Lisa would have said:  sedi, pet! 😉

When it came to cats, I’ve always known they were rather special. Hey, if you are designed to play with the tiny creatures that according to the ultimate trilogy in five parts are superior to men in all respects, you’re bound to rank high in the scope of the Universe and everything. It has always been clear to me that they comprehend much more than they usually let us believe, but now one of them seems to have let her guard down and openly displayed her abilities.

The subject in the photo below, officially known as Planika Zvezdica Zaspanka, also known as Zvezdica to friends, has been caught red-handed. Or black-smoke-pawed at the least. Literally.

Let me explain. I let my new laptop (meet Rodney! – those who’ve seen Only Fools and Horses will understand) open to run new software installation. Upon my return, I found that:
– the My Documents folder was renamed (hey whose documents are they, anyway?!)
– six desktop icons were renamed to Skype (humm…)
– 14 “Windows Help” windows were open

What remains to be seen is what other deeds had been done in my absence with the extensive assistance of the Windows Help files. Thanks to The Godfather’s candid shot, I’ll at least know where to look for the culprit.

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Slovene 101
Zvezdica = little star
Zaspanka = sleepyhead (F)

Regardless of what Fetalij says and the expensive gifts Finance writes about, the fundamental things still apply…

Click here to see what I mean.

Here’s your chance to see from up close how Slovenian movies are made. Jonas is involved with Vinci’s latest production, Vampir z Gorjancev (Gorjanci Vampire; Gorjanci being a region in Slovenia). They are looking for 100 extras as students during a lecture at the Faculty of Arts (location).

 
(source) just as a broad reference for the dress code 😉

The movie takes place in the seventies so if you have some time to kill this Sunday around noon,  go check it out, but make sure you’re dressed appropriately for the period (think bell bottoms) 😀 You can either appear at the set ever so groovily or call Ivona at +386 41 555 592 to let her know you’re coming.

(Lisa, Jay?) I don’t suppose you’ll be required to speak Slovene. If anything, you might appear to be listening to the professor more attentively than the average student.

PS: Jonas instructs not to shave.

EDIT 15 FEB 08: Change of location. Show up at the Biotechnical Faculty (location)