Everything you ever wanted to know about mineral makeup

What about mineral makeup? Ok, unless you’ve been living on another planet, you’d be fully aware that the new makeup mantra is mineral. That would be makeup made from crushed rocks and it’s totally cool! Now you could be forgiven for thinking that the makeup experts conjuring up creations to make us all beautiful have stumbled upon an incredible new […]

The Portman Ritz-Carlton, truly Shanghai style

The city of Shanghai has been hailed as the ‘Pearl of the Orient’ and is a delight for travelers and tourists alike. Intellectuals and writers have also been enchanted by the city. These have included Bertrand Russell, Rabindranath Tagore, and Bernard Shaw, to name a few. Shanghai’s tenacity is truly remarkable; it has bounced back with incredible vigor from the […]

Seasonings and the Candida Diet

Can you imagine eating a hamburger, hot dog or mom’s meatloaf without ketchup? It’s okay, even if ketchup isn’t your thing, most of us enjoy our favorite foods with some kind of seasoning. I have seen hot dogs filled with mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, soy sauce, and seasonings. A bit ridiculous for me, but for sure very tasty for many. It […]

Try some island hopping to add a new dimension to your Seychelles vacation

An all-inclusive Seychelles vacation should include luxury and plenty of relaxation on the beach, but it will also offer plenty of opportunities for some island-hopping adventures. The Indian Ocean archipelago is made up of 115 islands, divided into two groups. Often referred to as the Coral Islands, the Outer Seychelles are sparsely populated coral atolls that are great places to […]

Kerala – God’s Own Country

In the winter of 2000 we spent our holidays in Kerala and Goa. We started by driving to Delhi and spent most of the next day at the Sarojni Nagar flea market looking for casual clothes and some serious talk and golgappa time. The early morning flight to Trivendrum was commanded by my first cousin. As a result, we were […]

Building Reptile Terrariums for Kids

So you’ve finally convinced your mom, dad, or teacher to buy you a pet for your home or classroom, and you’re thinking of something a little different. How about a reptile? They don’t take up much space, they’re fun to look at, and you’ll also have fun building them a fascinating terrarium environment. If you want to put together your […]

Must See Top 10 Vacation Spots

If a vacation is in your near future here are the top 10 vacation spots consider. Although it is still winter, many people are taking last-minute vacations or planning summer trips in the coming months. Right now is one of the best times to travel because it’s still quite winter so there are plenty of savings available. Resorts in the […]

Growing together in the soccer store

As I got older, being efficient became a higher priority for me. While the priority of doing things in a logical order without wasting time is great on paper, having children makes it extremely difficult. Have you ever “helped” your children prepare for the school year that will begin in August? How many times have you gone to the same […]

fixed gear rush

New York City bike messengers have ridden fixed-gear bikes for years. The best bike for them was a track bike; Single speed “fixed” gear, no brakes. Movies have shown couriers weaving in and out of traffic, clinging to taxis and buses, and portraying themselves as biking outlaws, if not criminals. This minimalist bike has now gained a resurgence among universities […]