Posted by in Uncategorized Originally posted on Monty's Blog:
For many people, being tired is a big issue when it comes to things like exercise. They feel too groggy and fatigued to go on a run or go to the gym. However, there are plenty of ways to quickly bring back your energy. First, you may want to…
Posted by in Uncategorized Originally posted on Mrs. Twinkle:
Get your rolling pins out. It’s pie time! While shopping this week, some delicious rhubarb caught my eye. I couldn’t resist. So here goes… a scrumptious, rhubarb loaded pie. The Dough 125g/ 4.4 oz butter 250g/ 9.0 oz flour 100g/ 3.5 oz sugar a pinch of salt 1/2 tsp lemon…
Posted by in amusing & appealing, Uncategorized I entertained my preschool class with this activity, but any age can do this. All you need is a sheet and a lightweight ball or beachball. A nice number for this activity is six persons. Everyone grabs an end of the sheet. Place the ball in the center, then everyone waves the sheet up and…Read more »
Posted by in cooking, tasty treat, Uncategorized Here is a simple drop cookie recipe. You will need: 1 1/4 c. flour 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/4 tsp. ginger, ground 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp. nutmeg 1/2 cup butter-flavored shortening 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 egg 1 tsp. vanilla 1 cup coconut 1/2 cup ground almonds Preheat oven to…Read more »
Posted by in Earth's wonders, gardens, legends, Uncategorized Legends state the first geranium grew at the feet of where the Prophet Mohammed had hung his shirt to dry. The flower has been used in ancient times in solar spells and transformation. Geranium means gentility.
Posted by in amusing & appealing, gardens, legends The Forget-Me-Not flower means eternal friendship and undying love. A legend speaks of a man and his betrothed walking along the banks of the river on a night before their wedding. The woman cried out when she saw a small blue flower floating on the river’s current. The man leapt into the river to fetch…Read more »
Posted by in Uncategorized Originally posted on AesthesiaMag:
? Oil Landscapes Transformed into Mosaics of Color by Erin Hanson ? More: Portfolio / pixels.com /Instagram This series of modern impressionism paintings by artist Erin Hanson take on a mosaic-like life of their own and show us a surreal perspective on nature. Using a bevy of colors and a technique that is dizzyingly beautiful,…
Posted by in amusing & appealing, gardens, legends, Uncategorized Legend states that when the foxglove bows its head, it means the faerie folk are out walking. It is considered lucky to have a foxglove growing from seed in your garden. Do not transplant it for it might mask a faerie home. Foxgloves are used in the medicine world to strengthen and stimulate your heart.
Posted by in history, Just A Thought, legends, Uncategorized In history, we hear stories about the Christians being persecuted such as in Rome, but here is a different historical fact that I hadn’t heard. At the end of the 18th century, the country of Vietnam was divided into two kingdoms. The North was ruled by the Trinh dynasty and the South ruled by the…Read more »
Posted by in amusing & appealing, Earth's wonders, history, legends, Uncategorized I found this interesting and thought I’d share it. The rose is said to have appeared in Bethlehem near the stable of Jesus. After the resurrection, a Christian was sentenced to burn at the stake. She prayed to God and the flames turned into yellow and red petals of roses. Once it was believed all…Read more »
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