The Dazzling Beauty of the Shwedagon Paya
The Shwedagon Paya is much more than just another temple. It is the cultural and religious heart of Myamar. Built on a small hill in central Yangon (Rangoon) the great golden dome rises almost 100m and dominates the city skyline. Rudyard Kipling was moved to call it "a golden mystery".By... Read More
Dreaming of Love and Peace
She dreams of touring Europe and the US to sing of love and peace. That is her 'big ambition.' A rising star amongst Egypt's singers, Rula Zaki tells us in her best known song that we live on an indivisible planet."Love the world, we are one," says the lyric her... Read More
Timbuktu and Brotherhood Too
Juba II in America:Ahmed Osman tells us about the destruction of all knowledge around the end of the 4th Century Ad as a result of Roman edicts and the desire to make people into sheep to herd as they saw fit. "The Serapeum, originally established by the Ptolemies, later became... Read More
When We Was Kids In Chicago
Radio was the big communicator, back when I was a kid. Whole families huddled around the speaker of that hulk. Our minds, working like a cotton picker on a hot summer day. We had imagination. Vivid, plentiful thoughts, moving throughout the story which was being broadcast.The characters, were like people... Read More
Human Cultural Evolution
If we think about it at this juncture, clearly there is little to commend this Judaeo/ Christian/Islamic God if he is represented by the people who led this church. Pagans have a far better history and stand foursquare and 'head and shoulders' above this God of this often re-written Bible.... Read More
Smart Art Investments - Buy What You Love!
Collecting art can be one of the most enjoyable ways to spend your money. But a painting can provide you with more than just viewing pleasure. It can be a financial investment. This weeks 'Advance' is dedicated to exploring one of principals for selecting quality art. Buy what you love!... Read More
A Short Biography on Some of Europes Most Loved and Hated Monarchs - Pt2 (Mad) King George III
King George III who suffered from porphyria, a maddening disease, was born in 1738 to Frederick, Prince of Wales and Augusta. In 1761 George married Charlotte of Mecklinburg-Strelitz and together produced fifteen children: nine sons and six daughters.King George III came to the throne in 1760 and was determined to... Read More
Inuit Eskimo Art As Investments
Many people collect Inuit art as investments. Inuit art is growing internationally but it has been suggested that the number of actual Inuit artists are actually declining. The creation of the Nunavut government which represents Canada's third official territory, has resulted in many new employment opportunities for the Inuit, particularly... Read More
Mexican Living: Doctors, Doctors, Doctors
I am sick. I don't know what's wrong nor if what I have has an official name. Maybe they call it, "Ah-ha-now-you-can't-breathe-well-and-feel-like-you-are-going-to-die virus. I don't know. I will probably go to the doctor tomorrow if I am not feeling better.Going to the doctor in Mexico is simply a delight. There... Read More
Paul Hamm: Did He Deserve Gymnastics Gold in 2004?
What was the controversy all about?In the 2004 Olympics, an all-star group of athletes from around the world gathered together to compete for titles in gymnastics. In the spirit of competition, there are always tensions between analysts and spokespersons about whether or not athletes deserve the medals they receive. Sometimes,... Read More
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The Five Feng Shui Elements and Their Characteristics
Feng shui handles five main elements in order to achieve... Read More
Art, Artists, and the Web: Part 1--Why Every Artist Should Have Their Own Website
First rate art is in danger of being left behind... Read More
Authenticity of Eskimo Inuit Art & Native Indian Art
Both Inuit Eskimo art and Native American art have gained... Read More
Marcus Garvey: A Symbol for Black Nationalism
My first kid's father named my son Marcus after legendary... Read More
Native American Astrology: The Hawk (March 21 - April 19)
The Hawk is the first sign of the Native American... Read More
The Crisis of Human Survival
Environmental Pollution1. Damage to The Ozone Layer Causes Radiation PollutionThe... Read More
Understanding Astrological Predictions
Opinions about astrological prediction are generally divided: "Mysterious! Magical!", say... Read More
The Contingencies of Despair: How Existentialists Survive
~ Dread is dizziness unto freedom-freedom that gazes down into... Read More
True Story; Why Can?t We all Just Get Along?
A little girl came up to her mom in the... Read More
A Billion Cheers At 40: Lets Celebrate Mummy Jessy
Ooh the depth of literary riches, how terrific they are!... Read More
Yes Tarot Readings Are For You!
Have you ever thought?What is the best way out of... Read More
The Original Nobility: Patricians and Knights
By "nobility" I refer to that class in society which... Read More
Native American Indian Art Wood Carvings of the Pacific Northwest
Native American Indian art in the American southwest is dominated... Read More
Is Timing the Secret of Success?
Success is often viewed as a magic potion. Market demand... Read More
ML - CHI - Zadok and the Making of Gold
ATOMIC HIGH-SPIN TECHNOLOGY: - In 1950 B.C. there was a... Read More
Chinese Tattoos - Meaning of Chinese Dragon Tattoos
Chinese Tattoos have always been hugely popular. At one stage... Read More
The Symbolism Behind an Anchor Tattoo and Anchor Tattoo Design
Anchor tattoos were all the rage for sailors. It was... Read More
Mexican Living: Myth Busting
Myth One: Mexicans are lazy, good-for-nothings.I mention this one first... Read More
History and the Cathars (Courtly Love):
This is an entry from my three volume encyclopedia.CRUSADES, CATHARS... Read More
Mexican Living: Somethings Got to be Done!
Mexico needs to do something about the behavior of Gringos... Read More
Precious Stones -The Big Five: Part 1, The Emerald
The emerald is probably the most rare of all precious... Read More
Saturn: Your Challenge to Become An Expert
The true meaning of Saturn is that he is the... Read More
Carly Patterson: What Makes A Champion?
If you have been following gymnastics for any length of... Read More
Rasputin
GRIGORY EFIMOVICH NOVYKH (RASPUTIN):'Hail, Hail, Ras-putin'. This man's story has... Read More
A Defense of Cultural Intelligence
When humans set off to address fundamental issues about what... Read More
Copper Keels and Red Ochre
Copper Keels:Nature provides varying resources in different parts of the... Read More
Those Dirty Mexicans--Oh, Really?
When my wife and I announced that we were moving... Read More
American Citizenship
Can We Pass The Test?American CitizenshipI'm the daughter of an... Read More
The New Age Movement
What is the New Age Movement? It is similar to... Read More
Leonardo Da Vinci
THE BICYCLE OF LEONARDO DA VINCI: - "? a man... Read More
How I lost A million Dollars In A Bank Robbery
The Million dollars was my life-savings earmarked for prime the... Read More
Mythology and Parables in Modern Communication - Part 4
At the end of Part 3 in this series I... Read More
Medieval Siege Weaponry: Castle Walls Beware
Medieval siege weaponry was required in any self-respecting war leader's... Read More
The Man Who Loved Jail
Around my twentieth birthday life became a series of incredible... Read More
The Wandle Trail - Announced Regeneration Project
The River Wandle is sourced from the North Downs above... Read More
Native American Art Thunderbird
The thunderbird has been one of the most dominant icons... Read More
African Masks The Art of Creation
With western eyes we tend to view a tribal mask... Read More
The Trickster of Folklore
Folklore includes a traditional trickster figure, the subject of many... Read More
Copper Keels and Red Ochre
Copper Keels:Nature provides varying resources in different parts of the... Read More
Sun Tzu: The Art of War
The Art of War is an ancient Chinese text on... Read More
Timbuktu and Brotherhood Too
Juba II in America:Ahmed Osman tells us about the destruction... Read More
Her Last Day in Court
"Ron, I can't take much more of his sleazy behavior!... Read More
What To Expect From A Feng Shui Consultation
If you are wishing to harmonize or balance your house... Read More
The Sterling Silver Story
Silver is the most common of the Precious Metals. It's... Read More
The Automatic Champion
"Babe" Didrickson Zaharias was a phenomenal athlete. This Texan ran,... Read More
Conceptual Art: Who Appreciates It?
Art is sometimes overwhelming. Life as a whole can become... Read More
Celebrating Obscurity: A Tribute To J. K. Rowling
A single-parent rose from obscurity in 8 years to become... Read More
Astrology Signs and Planets Reveal Who You Are
But people are starting to take a new look at... Read More
The New Age Movement
New Age - A Paradigm Shift to Divine Consciousness &... Read More
Feng Shui and the Year of the Rooster - an Overview
Feng shui involves more than just colors and where you... Read More
Bureaucracy in Peru!
This article is from the pen of a New Zealander... Read More
The History of Body Piercings - Ancient and Fascinating Around the World
Body piercings have seen a resurgence of interest in the... Read More
Mars, the Mighty and Marvelous
Martius, the month of March, is named after him. So... Read More
What About Those Pyramids?
'Mr. Rhodes aspired to be the creator of one of... Read More
The History of Thai Currency ? from Ancient Beads to Modern Baht
The history of Thailand currency traces the evolution of the... Read More
The American Melting Pot Myth
Most myths have some element of truth in them. The... Read More
Masking European Animism
The ancient peoples of Europe were more fond of masks... Read More
Civil War Uniform Shirts ? When to Use a One and Two Piece Body!
So, you want to make your own Civil War shirt.... Read More
Marcus Garvey: A Symbol for Black Nationalism
My first kid's father named my son Marcus after legendary... Read More
10 Feng Shui Tips for a Better Life
Ever walked into a house that felt like home? Ever... Read More
A Look At The Years of Celebrities Wearing Jewelry
As far back as one can remember famous celebrities have... Read More
Sir Francis Drake
FRANCIS DRAKE: - It is my perspective that history has... Read More
Miss-story
Many 'fabulous' personages and concepts are created by man. Some... Read More
African Masks
The following is a general over view of African Masks.There... Read More
Mythology and Parables in Modern Communication - Part 3
Our Self is the true center of our being and... Read More
Josephine the Merovingian
I cannot emphasize enough the dearth of information, or the... Read More
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