Toys for children: why building blocks are such a popular toy
Building blocks are one of the few children’s toys that all children love at some point in their youth. In fact, one of the leading producers of building blocks is the fifth largest toymaker in the world and has been named “Toy of the Century” on two separate occasions....
Cross section of the 14th century: how Chaucer sees it
Besides for his great poetic and literary merits, The Canterbury Tales Prologue is a wonderful commentary on English life in the Middle Ages. Dryden has rightly remarked that Chaucer must have been a man of the most sympathetic nature who could bring the compass of his The Canterbury Tales...
party wear traditions
fashion party Perhaps there is nothing more strenuous than searching for the perfect party outfits. Party wear is essentially difficult to shop for due to the sheer variety and options out there. Formals and casuals are pretty easy to spot and select, but party wear offers us the luxury...
Top 10 Christmas Gift Ideas
Are you wondering what gifts to buy your family and friends this Christmas? Take a look at my top 10 Christmas gift ideas and hopefully the list will help you have a less stressful time thinking about what to buy this Christmas. These are the top 10 Christmas gifts...
Are information products still being sold?
Information products, such as eBooks, are created digitally and downloaded to the purchaser’s computer after purchase. Sales of information products are thriving and growing all the time due to the “always on” dynamics of our lives. This is where many people are rarely off screen and consume content on...
Romantic gifts for Valentine’s Day as an expression of your love and devotion
Romance is in the air, February 14, 2010 is fast approaching and now is the time to start looking for romantic Valentine’s Day gifts. What constitutes a romantic Valentine’s gift idea? First, let’s answer that by finding out what Romance is and what it has to do with Valentine’s...
The best home remedies for laryngitis with therapeutic essential oils
Laryngitis remedies that use essential oils are far superior to most over-the-counter synthetic options because they create deep healing, rather than simply covering up symptoms. You’ll get over laryngitis faster and feel better while you heal and afterward. What is laryngitis? It is an inflammation usually caused by an...
Designing your new kitchen – Things to consider
So, you have decided to take the plunge and completely remodel and redesign your kitchen. This is the perfect opportunity to get it exactly right and include all those things, big and small, that you’ve always wanted in her dream kitchen. However, before you start stripping things down and...
The Balancing Act of Entrepreneurship
Having been self-employed since 1992, I have learned a lot about the balancing act that goes into running a business. Entrepreneurs have to make decisions about what is practical and what takes precedence. We have to prioritize and when we choose something, we have to be willing to make...
Celebrating moments by pampering your taste buds with Turkish delight
Discovering the popular Turkish souvenir is difficult, some might consider exploring authentic Turkish breakfast or some might opt for a hot cup of Turkish coffee. However, have you heard of something as relaxing as ‘Turkish Delight’ lately? Not really, I think so. You might be wondering what it is,...