Invitation to an occasion does not only signify a social gathering, but also presenting a perfect gift to the guest of honor. Christmas is a very special occasion for people belonging to different age groups. During Christmas, the people exchange gifts and enjoy the moment of celebration to the fullest. If you analyze the gift market today, you will find the array of gift varieties that are found for multiple occasions. Many unusual Christmas...more
Venturing out on a rainy evening is never anything less than a challenge. But when a good friend of mine was organising an event at Hotel LA to raise money for CanTeen, how could I let the miserable weather dampen my spirits? That and any excuse to check out somewhere I've never been is good enough for me. Arriving at 5:30pm probably wasn't the best idea. It is Caxton St after all, and on a Friday that can only mean one thing: tradies! So...more
Africa is not short of Art and culture, there are many beautiful art pieces that Africa has given the world but today we will talk about African Masks. West African masks in particular, as well as looking visually striking have many layers of meaning and hold symbolic importance in the tribes they come from. Some that you will uncover as you read on further...African masks are traditionally worn by tribes who use it for many different things. There are different purposes for the creation of each mask and it is dependent on the region of Africa they are made and from what tribe they came from. A clear indicator of the purpose behind a masks is often the attributes of the face. An example being in some tribe's a long, stretched face symbolizes the soberness that power brings.Masks have been known to be used and specifically made for spiritual ceremonies in which the spirits of ancestors are conjured through special dance and song, by wearing the mask. These souls the tribes belive will watch over them through their lives, shield them from evil spirits and in some cases help them to win a war at hand.Tribal masks are made by specially trained individuals who have been taught by an...more
Believe it or not - Christmas is just around the corner! And right now, you're probably making that commitment that this will be the year you get the shopping done early and this will be the year you'll send the Christmas cards on time and this will be the year that you get everyone the perfect gift - because you'll finally remember that little...more
Today's birthday (Aug. 8): support for your dreams begins close to home. Invest in October. A windfall comes in June. Libra and Scorpio adore people. Your lucky numbers are 6, 21, 43, 39 and 18.http://articles.ex-youtube.com/2010/08/holiday-horoscopes-can-you-blive-it/Holiday Horoscopes Can you blive it? By: zaidkamal About the...more
It is the Easter Season in London. Get into the furor of celebration while you are on your vacations, here. If you have never attended the festival of Easter, choose to be a part of it, by planning a trip to London, in the month of April. It is a...more
Anyone can be a celebrity! That's really true!You just need to know the strategies to pave the path for your celebrity destination. However, once you know the tricks of the trade, you need to consistently strive toWho Is a Celebrity?A celebrity is a...more
It's hard to avoid fur this season. It appeared in 20% more catwalk collections this year than last. From fur collars and sleeves, to cropped jackets and gilets, shawls in mink and shearling, furs are inescapable. If you want to see what all the fuss...more
The French manicure will make you feel and look great. It is the perfect complement to an already beautiful body. Whether you need one for a date or you want to look great for a night out, a manicure will accentuate your looks. To apply a French...more
Finally, set up a test. Most retirement community officials understand the difficulties of transitioning to assisted living. They want to make the process as easy as possible, and that often means working hard to give you the peace of mind you're...more
In addition to spending time engaged in dinner and conversation with new friends, residents should also benefit from a kitchen willing to accommodate them with special diets for their living arrangement. Not all stomachs operate the same. Staying...more