. . . . Fourpoint Report

Feeling a need to get out of the hustle and bustle of Capital Federal, my wife and I decided to rent a car and head out to Don Silvano Estancia in the northern suburbs.

This time we decided to spend a little bit more and go 1st class, and rented an economy car with Hertz (on Paraguay 1138), right here in the city. Check in was fast, easy and efficient, and my Chevy Corsa was in excellent shape, nice and clean, damage free and even had shiny tires! Also included was insurance and unlimited mileage.

Now, off to the estancia, about 60 miles to the north, we headed on the highway, and reached typical Argentine speeds of 130kpm, and noticed the car was rattle free, and in excellent alignment. The spotless windsheild was also appreciated! I've used cheaper rental companies in the past, and got dirty cars, and even one with a near bald tire and a rattling door once we reached 110kpm.

We got to Don Silvano where they welcomed us with an empanada and wine. Next was a relaxing horse carriage ride, followed by walking around, looking at nice birds (Tucans for one), and other farm animals. Then there was wonderful horseback riding that even a beginner could do, and other fun things, like a bocce alley.

Then lunch, we were seated in a nice big dining hall, where we had a typical Argentine asado, with sausage, morcilla, chicken and good old red meat, with salads on the side. Wine and sodas included. All while the crew performed live regoinal folk music and dance that was very interactive and fun. There was a group atmosphere for sure, adding to the experience.

After was the typical gaucho competition, the sortija, where the cowboys get their horses to gallop at full speed and have to slice through a very small right, also a lot of crowd competition and quite entertaining.

After, having some afternoon mate (tea) and pastries, we went off for another relaxing horseback ride.

After walking around the property and marveling at all the animals etc, it was time to go and head back to the city.

Traffic was heavy coming back, and my little Corsa performed perfectly, especially important in the crazy traffic, and all the aggressive drivers here. Car return was a snap, and we were on our way back to everyday city life.

Overall it was a nice relaxing day at a typical Argentine estancia. We look forward to coming back, especially when we have family back in town.

In NJ, Hanging Fuzzy Dice Can Get You Pulled Over, Searched

2009-08-02T12:07:00.005-03:00

NJ Police Pull Over Man for Having Small Pair of Boxing Gloves, then Arrested for Drugs, Judge Rules Practice OK

Papers Please: ICE Sending US Citizens to Jail for Over a Year

2009-07-27T10:01:00.005-03:00

US Citizens suspected as illegals being forcefully held by ICE, are considered guilty and must prove their citizenship.

Federal Government to Send Perfectly Drivable Cars to the Scrap Yard

2009-07-24T11:39:00.003-03:00

New program will send cars that still have utility, (especially for the poor) to the scrap heap prematurely, in order to artificially jump start the auto industry.

Better Sign Your Traffic Tickets in Ft Worth or Face Painful Tasering

2009-07-20T11:56:00.005-03:00

Ft Worth Police Chief supporting Tasering for Peaceful Non Compliance

Victory for Civil Rights! Appellate Court Rules DC Police Checkpoints Unconstitutional

2009-07-10T20:55:00.003-03:00

No more "Papers Please" Appellate Court Strikes down DC's Intrusive and Draconian Police Checkpoints

The not so Free State - NH Gov Lynch (D) Vetoes Medical Marijuana Bill

2009-07-10T12:50:00.007-03:00

Medical Marijuana won't be legal in the "Live Free or Die" state if Gov Lynch gets his way

Clarence Thomas Thinks it is Just Fine for School Officials to Strip Search for Advil Equivalent

2009-06-25T22:03:00.003-03:00

Fortunately he was the lone dissenter in recent 4th amendment ruling where a young student was forcibly strip searched for harmless ibuprophen

NJ Lawmaker (D) Wants Fines for Merely Touching a GPS Unit

2009-06-21T21:27:00.005-03:00

Nanny State: New possible restriction add to a laundry list of things you can and can't do while in your own car

Waste: Feds Pumping $423,000.00 to Study Why Young Men Don't Like to Use Condoms!

2009-06-20T11:23:00.004-03:00

Other wasteful spending includes studies on Alcohol use by Prostitutes in China, HIV among Sex Workers in Thailand, and Gay Sexual Habits in Buenos Aires

DE Lawmaker (D) to Walgreens-Accept our Unprofitable Medicaid Reimbursements or Face a Special 2% Gross Receipts Tax

2009-06-18T01:52:00.003-03:00

Lawmaker resorting to bullying tactics to force pharmacies to accept reimbursement cuts for beloved welfare program

San Francisco Gearing up for Garbage Inspections and Fine Impositions for not Composting Food Scraps

2009-06-12T11:44:00.005-03:00

Garbage Police: SF resorting to draconian measures to force mandatory composting city wide

Popular Tourist Photo Opp Ticketed in Miami Beach FL

2009-06-07T11:28:00.004-03:00

Activist Mr. Clucky ticketed for merely having a bird on the beach

Libertarian Party Forming in Argentina

2009-06-05T23:57:00.003-03:00

Kickoff June 10th downtown Buenos Aires

Republican Governor of MN Opposed to Medical Marijuana, to Veto Bill Allowing Use

2009-05-23T01:09:00.003-03:00

Veto threat comes despite the fact that the socially progressive minded state supports medical marijuana by an overwhelming 2-1 margin

Delaware Legalizes Sports Wagering, Joining Nevada

2009-05-16T02:11:00.004-03:00

Sports wagering expected to bring in millions in revenue and create jobs for tiny DE

Federal Government Spending Over 1/2 Billion to Study Sexual Habits of Gay Men in Argentina

2009-05-09T00:27:00.005-03:00

Funding coming from National Institutes of Health to study sexual behavior of drunk gay Argentine men

Back in the Soup Again? CA Could be Bankrupt by July

2009-05-08T14:51:00.004-03:00

State faces a $23 Billion shortfall soon, unless 'fixes' passed

News Video :Patriot Act Stripping Due Process Rights of Ordinary Americans, Including 16 Year Olds

2009-05-06T14:58:00.003-03:00

Parents now finding they have to protect their own children against its own government

Speed Camera Executive Gets Caught Doing 100 in a 70 Zone!

2009-05-06T14:31:00.002-03:00

Will be banned from driving for 6 months

Democratic House Leader Introduces Bill to Reverse Onerous Online Gaming Restrictions

2009-05-06T14:23:00.005-03:00

Some 'Bible Belt' Republicans Opposed to Online Freedom and Commerce

Federal Court in Argentina Rules Simple Possession of Drugs 'Not a Crime'

2009-05-06T12:35:00.003-03:00

Ruling voids an older criminalization law

DC Now Writing Tickets for Parking in One's OWN Driveway!

2009-05-03T23:39:00.003-03:00

Residents in shock to learn tickets can be issued for parking in one's own driveway, no warning issued beforehand

Fat Cats on Unemployment Turning Down Job Offers so they can Milk the System

2009-05-02T00:01:00.004-03:00

Local car dealer frustrated with filling job vacancies, many decline job offers so they can keep on collecting unemployment benefits and not have to actually work

Senators from Both Sides Propose Regulating What Kind of Snacks Should be Allowed in Vending Machines

2009-05-01T03:15:00.003-03:00

If controls pass, Doritos might become contraband in schools, or simply just sold 'over the counter' instead of the regulated machines

Minnesota Aggressively Moves to Block Internet Gaming Statewide

2009-05-01T03:05:00.003-03:00

Draconian moves comes despite the fact that Minnesota runs a lottery, has horse racing, and casinos

Food Cop Craziness Continues in NY-Gov Wants Transfat Ban Statewide

2009-04-28T19:19:00.002-03:00

NYC Food 'Czar' wants to dramatically cut salt intake, while margarine might become a statewide bootleg item

Public Breastfeeding Becomes a Civil Right in WA

2009-04-28T01:52:00.002-03:00

Breastfeeding mothers don't have to run and hide to nourish their babies anymore in WA

Anti Smoking Nazi Lawmaker in OR Wants to Snuff Out Hookah Bars

2009-04-28T01:45:00.001-03:00

Proposed ban on hookah bars based on 'public health' by nanny state legislators

State Cost of Dying in OR Could Nearly Triple if Democrats Get Their Way

2009-04-28T01:40:00.003-03:00

OR to make a killing on virtually tripling the death certificate tax fee

Flashback:1976 Swine Flu Outbreak Vaccinations Kill More than the Flu Itself

2009-04-27T22:16:00.002-03:00

1976 tally - One dead from swine flu, 30 dead from vaccine

Half for Me, Half for You, New British Top Tax Rate 50%

2009-04-27T15:23:00.003-03:00

New punitive rate threatens 'brain drain' - some high earning Brits threaten to move out

Taliban Monsters Execute Couple in Pakistan for Simply Having an 'Affair"

2009-04-26T23:08:00.004-03:00

Taliban now making inroads into nuclear weapon capable Pakistan, even banning some schools from teaching girls

Cruise Ship Fights Fire With Fire and Fends off Somali Pirates

2009-04-26T22:53:00.007-03:00

Pirates give up attack after armed Isreali guards fire back in self defense

Conservative Swiss Canton Outlaws Nude Hiking in the Alps

2009-04-26T22:47:00.004-03:00

Move comes after German hikers found hiking in the buff

Obama Now Calling for Fiscally Responible "Paygo" Spending Legislation

2009-04-25T20:16:00.003-03:00

Measure would offset bigger spending with increased revenue, or cuts elsewhere for a net 0 effect

Warren County OH Does the Right Thing and REJECTS 'Stimulus' Funds

2009-04-24T20:40:00.003-03:00

County Commissioner rejects funds because it is borrowed money, adding to the out of control national debt

Congressman Ron Paul (R-TX) Wants Federal Reserve Audited

2009-04-20T13:41:00.004-03:00

Most Important Federal Reserve Activities Currently Exempted from Audit

Too Much Smoking Can Might Land You 6 Months in Jail in Eagle ID

2009-04-18T14:14:00.005-03:00

Proposed Smoking Ban Allows 6 Months JAIL for Repeat Smokers

TX City Councilman Arrested by Mayor for Speaking Out Against Red Light Cameras

2009-04-16T22:16:00.004-03:00

Duncanville TX cameras issuing tickets for rolling right on red stops to generate revenue

Opponents of Racist Saggy Pants Ban in Riveria Beach FL Take to Court

2009-04-13T16:10:00.003-03:00

Claim: Ban on apparel impedes expression of identity

Maryland Gearing up to Ticket Motorists Driving 57mph in a 55mph Zone

2009-04-12T13:19:00.003-03:00

Starting 10-01-09, will be enforced in 'work zones' even if no workers are present

California's Newest Growth Industry: Pot

2009-04-11T12:04:00.003-03:00

Pot industry booms after AG Holder announces no more raids on medical marijuana clubs

Supreme Court to Rule on Embarrasing and Intrusive Forced High School Strip Search

2009-04-11T01:18:00.007-03:00

Humiliating strip search was to see if student had ibuprofen 400, something that is sold over the counter at 1/2 strength (Advil)

Prudish Vero Beach FL City Council Looks to Ban Mud Wrestling

2009-04-11T00:20:00.004-03:00

Proactive move comes even though it 'has not been a problem'

Proposed $5 Tax on Paid Sex Acts in NV Dies

2009-04-10T01:09:00.003-03:00

Revenue from new tax estimated at $2,000,000 Annually

Vermont Legislature Overrides Republican Governor's Veto, Passes Same Sex Marriage

2009-04-07T14:01:00.005-03:00

Vermont is state #4 to approve equal rights in marriage

Spokane WA Residents Crossing into Idado, Smuggling Dish Soap!

2009-04-07T13:57:00.003-03:00

Ban on phosphates leads to poor quality detergents, and dirty dishes. Residents defying ban and smuggling in soap from out of state

British Govt to Domestic Violence Women's Aid Group- Help Males Also, or Lose Funding

2009-04-05T11:26:00.005-03:00

Women for Women refuge may be threatened by the unintended consequences of gender equity law

Property Tax Grievances Overload Tax Offices as Values Tumble

2009-04-05T11:16:00.003-03:00

Property owners hit with higher taxes based on older, higher valuations

Many Pools to be Shut Down Due to Drain of Funds to Comply with New Federal Regulations

2009-04-05T02:54:00.002-03:00

Average cost to comply with new Federal pool filter code is $5,000, and the new codes can often conflict with state codes

Gamers and Retailers of Video Games Upset Over New Quebec Ban

2009-04-05T02:42:00.003-03:00

New law bans sales of some video games that are in English only, delaying some games into Quebec for weeks, a long delay and extra cost for the industry

MD County Law that Banned Alcohol Sales in Strip Clubs Struck Down

2009-04-04T15:48:00.005-03:00

Ban ruled unconstitutional because it excluded a club owned by ex politician who had also been convicted of fraud

Guitar Giant Carlos Santana Says it's Time to Legalize Pot

2009-04-03T21:20:00.004-03:00

Compares current marijuana prohibition to failed alcohol
prohibition in the 20's and 30's

New Powers in Britian Call For Storage of all Emails, Website Visits and Phone Calls

2009-04-03T20:58:00.003-03:00

"Inch by inch, the Government's plans to map and monitor everyone's communications are creeping into place. Says Civil Liberties Advocate

Nebraska to Greens and Libertarians (You Don't Exist)

2009-04-03T20:49:00.003-03:00

Green and Libertarian Parties not Recognized after failing to meet high 5% threshold, registered voters in both parties to be changed to 'non-partisan' even though they aren't

Utah Finally Relaxes Arcane Liquor Laws

2009-04-03T19:14:00.006-03:00

Bar patrons won't have to fill out any more idiotic applications or pay mandatory fees to enter a bar anymore, among other liberalizations

New Family Law in Afghanistan Severely Limits Women's Equal Rights

2009-04-03T19:05:00.006-03:00

New law restricts women from leaving their homes without husband's permission, and child custody automatically goes to men
UPDATE: LAW NOW UNDER REVIEW

Bicyclist Community in OR Wants to Put the Brakes on Proposed Mandatory Bike Registration Fee

2009-04-03T18:58:00.004-03:00

Proposed New Registration Fee Would Charge Virtually the Same as Cars, Cyclists Outraged

Video: TSA Holds and Interrogates Citizen With Ron Paul Paraphernalia for Merely Having $4,700 Cash

2009-04-03T14:29:00.007-03:00

MO State Police have also been targeting Ron Paul supporters, Libertarians and others as 'terrorists' and 'militia members'

Iowa Supreme Court Strikes Down Discriminatory Anti Same Sex Marriage Law

2009-04-03T13:49:00.002-03:00

Rationale for ruling was equal protection

Welfare State: 10% of US Now on Food Stamps

2009-04-03T01:15:00.003-03:00

Level of those on the dole at a record, over 30,000,000 now collecting

Sticker Shock: New Punitive Federal Tax on Loose Tobacco Triples Prices

2009-04-02T15:49:00.003-03:00

One customer in tears over new tax, retail business owners worried about lost sales

Sweeden Moves Forward on Human Rights, Allowing Same Sex Marriage

2009-04-02T13:28:00.008-03:00

Human Rights victory was a virtual 'no-brainer' as law passes by over a 10-1 margin.

If Rep Waxman (D-CA) Gets His Way, Governent Will Get the Right to Ban Menthol Cigarettes

2009-04-02T13:00:00.004-03:00

Waxman's Bill gives the FDA virtually unlimited power in tobacco product regulation, even though cigarettes are not marketed as a pharmacueticals

Pentagon Wants Billions to Prop Up Pakistan's Military

2009-04-02T12:47:00.006-03:00

Funding request to support foreign armed forces come during times of economic turmoil and massive record deficits at home

800% Increase in Cigar Tax to 'Smoke Out' Jobs in FL's Handrolled Cigar Industry

2009-04-01T19:40:00.005-03:00

As sales decline from the new punitive taxes, Florida cigar makes may move production out to Central America, costing jobs.

Backlash Growing in OR Over Mandatory Ethanol Regulations

2009-03-31T20:25:00.005-03:00

Complaints include reduced mileage, fuel system damage, less horsepower and a disruption in the food supply, raising prices

MA Bill Bans Adult Movies with Actors Over 60

2009-03-31T15:06:00.004-03:00

Senior Actors in Adult Industry Question Bill on Age Discrimination Grounds

CT Gov Rell (R) Supports Treating Possession of Small Amounts of Pot as a Criminal Act

2009-03-31T14:34:00.005-03:00

Gov Rell even opposes use for personal medical reasons

Bailouts Now Reaching $3,000,000,000,000.00

2009-03-31T13:11:00.003-03:00

Most has gone to failed banks

TX Senate Approves Intrusive Police Roadblocks to Check 'Sobriety'

2009-03-31T00:13:00.005-03:00

TX may soon join the other 39 states that invade privacy with annoying and time wasting police stops

Extreme: CT School Bans Students From Touching Each Other

2009-03-31T00:03:00.003-03:00

New rule a knee jerk reaction to some problems, will the game of 'tag' be prohibited?

IRS Agent Pleads Guilty to Cheating on His Own Taxes

2009-03-30T23:29:00.003-03:00

Agent faces up to 3 years for declaring a real estate loss, when it was actually a gain

NY State Budget Loaded with Big Tax Increases

2009-03-30T20:11:00.004-03:00

Some families to see $5,000 increase under proposal and NY's financial troubles may still not be solved according to Gov

Kremlin Advisor Backs Return to Gold Standard

2009-03-30T19:52:00.004-03:00

Move seen as way to restore confidence and help to shore up a new world reserve currency, undermining the US Dollar which is backed by nothing

Dramatic Cuts in Reimbursement Force Walgreens to Pare Back Filling Medicaid Rx's in WA State

2009-03-30T16:59:00.007-03:00

New WA state 'cost cutting' measure removes most of the profit for pharmacies

Mexican President says US Corruption Fuels Mexican Drug Violence

2009-03-30T12:20:00.004-03:00

Many Mexican border towns have turned into 'war zones' due to the illegal and violent drug trade caused by prohibition

"Death Vans" in Communist China Cut Execution Costs and Make Organ Harvesting Easier

2009-03-29T22:10:00.005-03:00

Vans can now 'humanely' carry out executions, and get closer to hospitals so organs can be sold at enormous profits

Calling 911 Soon Might Cost You $350 in Santa Rosa CA

2009-03-27T01:18:00.003-03:00

Proposal would charge $350 if a paramedic is needed

California Considering Banning Black Cars

2009-03-27T01:08:00.003-03:00

Measure aimed at lowering cooling costs, due to the high heat retention of black paint

IL Gov Quinn (D) Wants a Whopping 50% Income Tax Increase

2009-03-26T17:32:00.005-03:00

Measure would harm IL's historic income tax advantage over surrounding states

VT Governor Douglas (R) Comes out Against Equal Rights for Same Sex Couples

2009-03-26T11:25:00.004-03:00

Will veto same sex marriage bill if it gets out of the legislature

EU Slams US on its Onerous Internet Gaming Restrictions

2009-03-26T11:18:00.003-03:00

EU Claiming US ban on online gaming violates WTO trade rules

NJ Lawmaker (D) Files Federal Lawsuit to Reverse Unconstitutional Federal Ban on Sportsbetting in 46 States

2009-03-24T22:18:00.003-03:00

NJ and 45 others states are currently banned by Federal law to allow wagering on professional sports

Toronto Spending Thousands to hire "Fake" Homeless People

2009-03-24T11:35:00.003-03:00

Well over $C100,000 to be spent on program

R.I.P. Zimbabwean Dollar

2009-03-23T23:31:00.003-03:00

Overprinting and successive hyperinflation leads to death of another fiat currency

Finally! A Government that Stands up to Bankrupt Saab and Refuses Bailout

2009-03-22T23:40:00.002-03:00

Swedish Govt Balks at Saab bailout plan

Bikini Wax to Remain Legal in NJ

2009-03-21T22:22:00.002-03:00

Proposed ban reversed after outcry

US Ambassador Admits Drug War in Afghanistan a Huge Failure

2009-03-21T22:10:00.001-03:00

"The United States alone is spending over 800 million dollars a year on counter-narcotics. We have gotten nothing out of it, nothing,"