My five joys of Christmas Chestnuts roasting on an open fire; I have not had chestnuts before but I sure love the idea of them roasting by a toasty fire while the snow is gently falling outside. There are a lot of joys during the Christmas season that bring a warm and fuzzy feeling. Many people get distracted by the gift buying and spending money; they let small things ruin a season that should be filled with fun and frolics!Everyone...more
Philippine Tourism Visiting the Philippine Islands is a totally different experience these days, as opposed to the images imprinted on my mind from days long ago. Visiting the pearl of the orient was always a pleasure, one generally described as relaxing. Long days at the beach, the white sand between my toes being gently pulled away by the soft clear tide of the south pacific. We would lay on the beach for hours each day, the only...more
Christmas holiday is one of the most popular traditions through the world. It involves decorating a tree with small ornaments, ribbons, strings of flashing lights and of course the magic of placing gifts for dear ones at the bottom of the tree. The decorated Christmas tree is usually takes place of pride besides the fireplace or corner of the room for weeks. It is finally removed on the Epiphany day.Ever green trees were considered magical and able of resisting the darkness of winter in ancient northern European cultures before the Greek and Roman empires. The villagers and priests used to gather around the tallest evergreen tree every year at the winter and prayed to their gods to return the sun and the warm weather that was beneficial for their crops and the animals.It appears to be awkward for the people if 21st century to think that summer would not return during those times but those people only knew that winter was a hard and miserable time. They knew that they came and went back again but their lives were very shaky, they were only able to stockpile enough firewood and food to last through the winter. This was the reason sun was important for them and they would perish if...more
When going on a holiday in Croatia where do you usually go? It is a very old dilemma: a soul refreshing, relaxing and very pleasant to the eye holiday in a health resort on the sea coast with beautiful gardens, old villas, seaside promenades opposed to a crazy seven day party with concerts every night combined with wild and adventurous sea and land...more
Halloween is a magical time celebrated by people of all faiths around the word on the evening and night of the 31st October every year. Children enjoy it more dressing up as ghosts and skeletons carrying hollowed out pumpkin lanterns and singing ghastly songs going from door to door trick or treating. They are rewarded for their efforts with candy...more
I just got back from a family vacation in Arizona. We loaded everyone up in our family van, clicked the remote key fob, and hit the freeway. It was great, and the first time my wife and children have seen the Grand Canyon. My wife was there when she was a kid, and for some reason, it was in the middle of the night, so she wasn't able to see anything. I have no idea why someone would go to the Grand Canyon in the middle of the night without taking the time to see it in the day, but to each his own. It was fun to watch my family stand in awe of the magnificence of the Grand Canyon, and to experience it new again through their eyes.We spent several days with some great friends, and ended up extending our trip by almost a week. When we left, it was with regrets that we couldn't stay and are planning on returning to work on some projects with this wonderful group of friends. We were given a lot to think about.On the return trip, we passed through Zion National Park, which was the first time we have been there as a family. We went in through the east entrance, passed through a tunnel that was built in 1930, and then took the park suttle to the Temple of Sinawava and...more
Now that spring is here, tour season is about to begin. I emailed the company that I usually run tours for to let them know that I'm available. The reply was quick in coming, that the season was slow due to the bad economy, but that they...more
State Franchise Tax Tax and LawThe typical characteristic of state franchise tax is that it is based on net worth of total assets tax payer has, rather than the annual income which is not a base for the calculation of tax payable. But more...more
Hike to magnificent waterfalls, take a ride up a sheer cliff on a 360-degree rotating tram or simply enjoy the stunning desert vistas and sunshine while chilling in a sparking pool, there is so much to see and do during your Springs break! Enter Palm...more
The River Thames has been a major factor in the development of London since the early days when Julius Caesar first landed in England in 55 BC. However in the course of the 18th century the River Thames was completely transformed. The quiet backwater...more
Karbonn Mobile Phones Karbonn mobile phones have been launched keeping the budget mobile user in mind. The new Karbonn K336 mobile is one such mobile phone which comes with some specifications that include a weight of just 96 gm with...more
Party Planners London The problem with hosting a party, wedding, christening or any other type of celebratory event is that if you chose to do the catering yourself, you will probably be too tired to enjoy the party yourself! Catering for an...more