Archive for December, 2008

Bahamas Cruise Expert Guide

Wednesday, December 31st, 2008

The Bahamas is arguably the most popular cruise
destination for U.S. travelers, and is especially
popular with first-time cruisers from the U.S. Only
75kms from mainland USA, the outer islands that make
up the group can be reached within a matter of hours.
This makes the Bahamas an excellent choice of
location for a short Bahamas cruise break of two,
three or […]

Santa Cruz Church - the Portuguese Legacy in Bangkok

Wednesday, December 31st, 2008

Santa Cruz Church, the church of the holy cross, was first built
the reign of King Taksin, a legacy of Thai-Portuguese relations
that date back to the 16th century.
Nestled among old houses on the river banks and newer
buildings inland, the reddish dome of the old Catholic church
is a prominent landmark on the Chao […]

First Aid Preparations For Your Next Family Camping Trip

Monday, December 29th, 2008

Your getting ready for your next camping trip, there are many things that come to mind when you are making your to do list. Air out the tent, make your grocery list, get maps, check out the attractions around the area. Generally, you think about the fun stuff! But one of the best things you […]

All the Way to Timbuctu

Monday, December 29th, 2008

Yes, it’s real. There is a place called Timbuktu and it is not just an imaginary figment at the end of an exclamatory statement. What child has not muttered at some time that he, or she, was “going all the way to Timbuktu!” What adult has not dismissed it as “some far away place,” not […]

Paddleboat Cruise with Lewis & Clark

Saturday, December 27th, 2008

In May my husband and I took a wonderful steamboat trip on the Colombia River, 1,240 miles long, and Snake River, 1,038 miles long, aboard the American West’s Empress of the North. This is the first time we had ever done a “niche” type cruise and we thoroughly enjoyed it.
Yes, the clientele tends to […]

Building a pair of heavy duty saw horses

Friday, December 26th, 2008

This pair of heavy duty saw horses is stable, sturdy and able to hold far more then most people will subject them to. Built from two by material, these saw horses will last a lifetime.
Start out by measuring and cutting all your stock according to the cutting list and set it aside. Take the […]

Ever Been Called a Banana Eater on a Blog Before?

Friday, December 26th, 2008

Well now I have seen it all folks. You see while discussing the war against international terrorism online I have been called a Banana Eater? Now you might think this is funny and really it kind of is, however when you consider the lack of positive communication in the world one has to wonder if […]

Flax Seed Will Add A Little Extra Flavor To Your Recipes

Thursday, December 25th, 2008

Flax seed will add a pleasant nutty taste to any recipe. The attractive, round reddish-brown seeds of flax add flavor, extra texture and good nutrition to your breads, cakes, muffins, and other baked goods. That’s why flax has been used for many years in multi-grain cereals and […]

Bring Art and Structure to Your Garden

Wednesday, December 24th, 2008

(ARA) - Arbors, trellises and pergolas have been adding art and structure to outdoor living spaces and gardens for centuries
For anyone looking to add space, style and elegance to their garden, these versatile wooden structures are practical projects that can be built in a single weekend.
Fall is an ideal time to consider outdoor […]

Blue Wild Flowers for Your Garden

Wednesday, December 24th, 2008

Planting wild flowers in your garden, or simply scattering wild flower seeds around an area of your yard are both ways to take advantage of Mother Nature’s treasured gifts. Wild flowers are carefree, colorful, and tend to attract bees, butterflys and birds. So planting wild flowers not only gives you an easy maintenance flower garden… […]