Gold is a pure metal first found by early man. It is very workable in its naturally occurring pure state and has been used by craftsmen for the past 11,000 years.
Revered for millennia gold is now the material of choice of people across the globe as an expression of love. Let’s look more closely at […]
Finding a Mexican food store in your local area may not always be convenient or easy. Depending on the area, you may find an abundance of these cultural grocers or you may be required to search other avenues for your needs. However, finding the appropriate storefront for your needs will improve your cooking and dining […]
Collecting miniatures isn’t for everybody but to those who enjoy it, it can be a wonderful hobby. Some people choose to collect them because of a game or story affiliated with them while others simply do so for the decorative aspect. It doesn’t matter what your reason is for collecting miniatures, so long as you […]
In my book, RETURN TO THE MIDDLE KINGDOM, the heading of the 7th chapter is: Blending Confucius, Lincoln, and Marx, in which I explain what kind of society that Sun Yatsen, with the assistance of Eugene Chen, tried to create. It would be a harmonious society (Confucian conception summed up in the ancient classic, BOOK […]
Nobility can be many things including a social and historical concept. This is different from social status or class which is more related to income . Nobility in ancient Roman society was not established simply by birth. It could be maintained and acquired by service in public offices and promotion to senior positions, which were […]
When it comes to the holidays, you will find that few compare to an authentic Mexican Christmas. Taking the holidays seriously starts with celebrating this special time of the year in style. More than a tree and stocking are necessary to appreciate the best holiday season on the planet celebrated in the pure joy by […]
In my view, the current relations of US and China is like a marriage of convenience. There are so many joint ventures between them, and they would rather stay married, at least for a while, than divorce. But nothing will remain unchanged as time goes by. Sometimes affection might germinate if they keep the communication […]
Halloween has always been a very interesting and exciting time of the year, not only for children but for adults as well. Many adults love the idea of dressing up for Halloween. Whether it is for passing out candy, attending a Halloween Ball or any other sort of spooky activity, having the excellent costume really […]
Finding an adult costume – whether for Halloween or a simple costume party or ball, can seem like a daunting task. However, there are many things to keep in mind as you are looking for an adult costume. With a little luck and a little perseverance, you can find the perfect adult costume for your […]
Just about every kid ever born wants to be a rock star. They see their favorite stars up there on stage playing the electric guitar to a crowd and want to do the same. Problem is, it’s not easy learning to play the electric guitar.
And of course before you learn to play the guitar you […]
Father Christmas.
Father Christmas dates back to the 1600’s and was based on St Nicholas. St. Nicholas was the Bishop of Myra, a city in present day turkey during the 4th century. He was a kind hearted man and wanted to give to the poor and needy without them knowing. One story says that St. Nicholas […]
Consumers have many suppliers to consider when shopping for decorative party goods and at times, subtle differences in price will determine which party goods are purchased over other items offered at the same store. Party hosts search for economical ways to decorate party tables while still offering the party guests the most enjoyable setting to […]
Going back to school is nothing fun but your kids still want to impress the crowds with the latest shoes, and clothes. The school supplies isn’t that important but you should still get quality notebooks and folders that are affordable. Since I will be going back to school soon I should know what clothes your […]
Some of you may have heard the kid down the street or even seen the young punk on the corner riding around and what looks like a 10 speed bike. However, if you take a closer look, you’ll discover that there aren’t 10 speeds on that bike. In fact, you’d probably discover that there is […]
Gift shopping is not a man’s thing. Shopping is a woman’s favorite task. If you are soon to get married and as bride to be, you are in charge of the favors or give a ways, you need to consider giving out tokens not only to your guests but also to your groomsmen. Groomsmen are […]
The Black family structure is under attack. From teenage pregnancies to dead-beat dads, what was once the strength of the Black community is now a glaring weakness.
What happened to Black male female relationships? Are the constant derogatory images seen across the media on a daily basis the cause for the so-called decline in positive Black […]
The recent acquittals of the police officers charged with the murder of Sean Bell on the day of his wedding and the uproar that has erupted over the incendiary remarks by Rev. Jeremiah Wright are clear indications that race still matters in America.
The acquittal of three New York City police officers is reminiscent of the […]
Oscar Arias Sanchez is the current president of the country of Costa Rica. He first assumed office on May 8, 2006 and is currently serving his second term. He had first been elected president on May 8, 1986 and served until May 8, 1990.
President Arias is best known as one of the driving figures behind […]
The Panama Canal is a man-made transoceanic route that was first constructed by the French and completed by the Americans in 1914. It was made to shorten the travel time needed by ships needing to get to the Atlantic from the Pacific, and vice versa. Its two ends are at the Gulf of Panama, and […]
When Christmas time comes, many people shop for presents, prepare menu plans for the visiting family members and friends, and of course, choose Mexican Christmas traditions to make this holiday more authentic and familiar. The pi
