A CAR OF LOVE Oh what does the winter drift bring? Two puppies snuggly in a red and green crate In an old rusty blue children’s wagon They are gifts to greet this Christmas again The puppies contemplate the snow Towards the house where the windows shine Because in there, a girl and a boy…
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Christmas in Luxembourg, 1975 (City of Remich)
city of remich Christmas Eve Party From Germany, headed west to Luxembourg, crossed the boards with little to no difficulty. I went by car, a dull green 1967 VW, it wasn’t the best of cars but it looked like it could do two hundred and fifty miles, so I decided to take a quick trip….
Vacationing in Kingston, Jamaica? Three Really Cool Places To Visit – A Yardie’s Inside Scoop
Kingston is the capital city of the island nation of Jamaica, the largest of the Windward Island chain in the Caribbean Sea. The bustling metropolis is located in the southeastern section of the island and has a population of 750,000. Tourism is Jamaica’s main industry and source of income, and while most of the island’s…
Getting Ready for Baby: A Checklist for Newborns
Having everything you need for baby ready before you bring your newborn home is a smart thing for a new parent to do. But what to give a newborn baby? Keep in mind that you never really need as much as you think you’ll need. Be realistic. Do you really need a bottle warmer? If…
English language dominates the world
No matter where you go in the world, you have a good chance of finding someone who speaks English. English is fast becoming the global language and dominates the world in many ways. There are many reasons for this, one of which is the fact that Britain was a global power during colonial times, and…
How to Make a Permanent Patch on a Broken Tent
Dry and cozy in your sleeping bag, you hear the first drops of rain hitting the rain fly. You go back to sleep. You wake up when the wind picks up and the sides of your tent begin to shake like a flag waving in the breeze. That’s when you notice the wet floor. You…
7 Unromantic Gifts You Should Avoid This Valentine’s Day
For some, Valentine’s Day is a commercial celebration, one that works best for florists, chocolate factories, greeting card companies and gift shops. Come to think of it, those who are in a romantic relationship, whether it is an experienced one or is still in its blossoming stage, enjoy celebrating it. They may hate the pressure…
Christmas gift ideas for your favorite football fan
With the holiday season fast approaching, the time has come to start agonizing over what gifts to give. Who hasn’t spent hours at the mall or toy store, looking through racks and racks of action figures, Barbie dolls, and video games, and wondering how to choose the perfect gift for a child, whether they’re a…
37 activities to do with your family on your front porch
We often take for granted a part of our home that we pass through day in and day out. What part is that? It’s your front porch. If you have a medium to large front porch, think of it as an extension of your home where you can spend time with your family. You may…
Make your own margarine at home
From its humble beginnings in France in the 1800s, margarine has always used the simplest ingredients to bring well-balanced, flavorful treats to every family table. Ask how margarine is made and you’ll be surprised it can be made with just five ingredients. These include natural vegetable oils, milk, lemon juice, egg yolks, and salt. And…