Culture Shock From Thailand to the United States
Introduction At the age of fifty-seven, I was a divorced man not particularly keen on spending the rest of my life alone. I decided to try online dating. I had always been a world traveler…
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How to Tame a Lovebird
Lovebirds are beautiful creatures and amazing pets. They add beauty and charm to your home. Just the sight of these pretty birds is a refreshing experience. If you tame a Lovebird then the joy they…
Poor Little Alcoholic: A Childhood Lost, A Soul Shattered
My family was never a loving one. There were no hugs, no kisses, no “I love you’s” that I can remember. If someone was upset or traumatized and needed support, they weren’t going to find…
Brushstrokes in Motion – An Interview with Golnaz Fathi, Iranian Artist
Distinctive within Iranian artist Golnaz Fathi’s second solo UK exhibition, entitled Liminal Subliminal, are three red, black and white painted manuscripts draped from ceiling to floor. To the casual eye there appears to be calligraphy…
Historical References to W E Fairbairn, E A Sykes AND Dermot "Pat" O’Neill
FROM THE BOOK: “PIERCING THE REICH” AUTHOR: JOSEPH E. PERSICO They learned the art of silent killing, perfected by W.E. Fairbairn, the legendary British Major, sometimes known as “Delicate Dan.” Knife strokes taught, should be…
Queen Esther Beauty is Captured in Virtuessence of Esther Perfume Oil by Virtue & Valor
Queen Esther said when she must save her people and went to Great Persian King Ahasuerus, without his summons, which meant death for her, “….And so will I go in unto the king, which is…
A Magical Day in a Deux-Chevaux
Many years ago on a European back-packing trip with a boyfriend, I was introduced to the Citroën 2CV or deux chevaux. On a six-week tour of various countries and historical sites he took 90 photos…
Car Hire Companies in Kenya
Tourism in Kenya is a major foreign currency earner. This is because of the many natural as well as man made features that attract so many people from all over the world. Among the tourist…
Guide to Car Rental Companies in Costa Rica
“My time’s limited… how do I choose?” Car rental is a hot topic for vacationers headed to Costa Rica. Recent research conducted by the Costa Rican Institute of Tourism (ICT) indicates that, after accommodations, renting…
Ed’s Ed
Monday, September 10, 2001 It was mid-afternoon when I drove out to visit my friend, Ed Cain, on his five-acre parcel of land near Port Townsend, Washington. In a clearing of Douglas fir and white…