The Christmas tree originated in 7th century Germany. A monk named Saint Boniface used the triangular shape of the fir tree to illustrate the Holy Trinity in his teachings. Since then, and most prominently in 16th-century Germany, families began bringing fir, pine, and fir trees into their homes and decorating them with nuts, candles, fruit,…
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Kick back, relax and unwind on the island of Barbados
Are you tired and miserable because of your job? Are you stressed and longing for some peace and quiet? Well, what you need is a vacation to rejuvenate your body and treat yourself to all the money you have been earning working day after day. Imagine waking up in the morning to the cool, relaxing…
Consequences of defaulting on hard money loans
Hard money loans are a common way to finance a real estate project. In many cases, these loans can be used to purchase properties that banks will not finance due to their riskier nature. However, if you default on one of these loans, there will be consequences. This article looks at the repercussions of defaulting…
Autobiography of Rupert Everett
I first saw Rupert Everett when he exploded onto the London scene in the late 1970s. He was vegging out at a fancy dinner for Andy Warhol at the recently renovated Casserole restaurant on Kings Road. It used to be a nice ordinary restaurant, populated mainly by stoned members of the British aristocracy, where you…
Here I am: three very simple words, but they can mean a lot when spoken sincerely
HERE I AM. Three simple words – “Here I am” – and they mean – I am available – I am available to listen – I am available and willing to listen to what YOU are saying to me – and what YOU have to say to me. When we speak these words, we never…
Move to Miami and search for apartments in Miami
If you’re considering a move to Miami, you’ll want to get details about apartments in Miami, Florida. And as for why you should consider moving to the city, there are countless reasons. Miami has a great reputation both in terms of location and economic conditions. It is among the cleanest cities in the United States,…
Why should I book a tour and travel company?
monotonicity. The word itself is monotonous, but it accurately describes the mechanical nature of our mundane lives. You go to work, you come back, you eat, you sleep and you repeat it tomorrow like clockwork. Have you ever wondered how to break this routine? The answer is simple, travel. Seeing new places awakens new feelings…
Detailed information on Shimba Hills Forest Reserve in Kenya
Shimba Hills Safaris are very popular tours among tourists coming to Mombasa Kenya. They are usually the first tours that these tourists enjoy right after checking into a spa. These Kenya safaris involve a trip to the Shimba Hills National Reserve. This is one of the most visited wildlife sanctuaries in the Coastal Province. The…
The subtle lessons of race in Disney’s “The Princess and the Frog”
As usual, Disney is 50 years late in updating its sociopolitical worldviews. Still, despite being late to the party, Disney Animation Studios has produced a movie that deals with racial issues past and present in ways that are remarkably accessible to kids. “The Princess and the Frog” (2009, Ron Clements and John Musker) attempts to…
Fiji Travel Guide: Hotels
If it’s a South Pacific getaway you’re after, a visit to the Fiji Islands may be the adventure for you. Once known as the “Cannibal Islands”, Fiji is now a very famous tourist destination that caters to all who are looking for fun, excitement, exotic beaches and a communion with nature. There are plenty of…