Archive for July, 2009

My Swine Flu Living Nightmare By Martha Sutton

Wednesday, July 29th, 2009
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I’m writing this blog because all my friends and family have been asking me to share my swine flu story. It all started a few months ago when I watched the news clips of the Mexican deaths from Swine Flu. At the time, I had just fallen pregnant with my second child and, obviously, was a little concerned about the next bird flu type outbreak. This blog is for all the mothers out there who have the same concerns I do about Swine Flu.

A LITTLE ABOUT ME

My name is Martha P. Sutton and I live in Omaha, USA. I am pregnant, have a young child and I’m happily married. I’m was really worried how the Swine flu pandemic would affect my unborn child and my family. Today, I’m less concerned because I’ve bought Tamiflu for my family and Relenza for me.

WHY DID I BUY RELENZA?

I learnt that pregnant women, especially those in the third trimester, are at high risk of serious complications from the H1N1 A influenza virus (Swine flu to you and me). I also learnt that most mothers-to-be in the United Kingdom are being prescribed Relenza, an inhaled antiviral drug which treats the virus without reaching the foetus. I wanted to protect my unborn child and be ready for the possibility of infection, so I obtained Relenza from a reliable internet company.

WHY DID I STOCKPILE TAMIFLU?

When Swine flu is particularly severe, doctors around the world are suggesting Tamiflu instead. In fact, Tamiflu is probably the best vaccination should my family catch the virus. To those people who think I should simply wait to catch the virus, my argument to them is that its my money and I can do what I want with it. Why shouldn’t I buy some drugs and get ahead of the herd? If Harry Potter's little ginger pal can fall with Swine flu, then its highly likely that my family can catch it too.

IF I CAN DO IT, SO CAN YOU!

Swine flu is in the news every day. It’s a relief to wake up, knowing I’ve got a stockpile of Relenza and Tamiflu in my cupboard. I went to this company to buy Relenza and Tamiflu and I had a good experience. They still had them in stock when I last checked. Thanks for reading and good luck with avoiding this pandemic.


Is There Anything Wine Cannot Do?

Wednesday, July 29th, 2009
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Wine is one of those things that there has been endless research findings about, both positive and negative. Most people already know about the downsides of drinking the stuff, so are only to happy when some good news in revealed. For example, there was a smile put on lots of people’s faces when news was released saying that those who drunk a glass of red wine each day were reducing their chances of heart attack because their blood was less viscous. Now there maybe another reason to dust of the glassware as scientists have found that wine actually aids digestive function.

A research study was conducted in Manchester, England over a period of two months and monitored peoples digestive functioning when they consumed various quantities of red, white and rosé wine.The main finding from the study was that digestive transit was improved and there was less reported digestive discomfort from the participants who consumed a glass of wine in the evening each day. Although white wine and rosé still had a positive effect on digestion, red wine had the biggest impact. Unfortunately, champagne did not seem to help digestion so you can put those champagne glasses away again for the time being. Further more, you will have to limit your wine consumption as the report showed any more than 1 glass per day had a negative effect on digestion.

Despite the fact that wine has diuretic qualities, it has been argued that it improves digestive transit by relaxing the muscles that surround the walls of the intestine and stomach. This allows food to be transported through the various digestive pipes easier and with less obstruction.You should however note that this research study monitored people for only a short amount of time and we do not know what the effects were long term. The overruling advice seems to be that you can enjoy the odd glass of wine without too much issue and it may even be good for you, but if you start feeling unwell or find youself drinking your wine out of glass vases then you may need to see a doctor


Home Decorating with Asian Decor and Asian Furniture

Tuesday, July 28th, 2009
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The influence of the Far East is one of the recent trends in home decorating. With its simplicity and attention to space, this lends itself well to our hectic Western lifestyle. A lot of the elements of Asian home decorating can be trace back to two schools of thought, one originating from China and the other from Japan.

Feng Shui is the object placement and a Chinese concept of space. Feng Shui associates the home with both health and prosperity. There are various rooms in which Feng Shui is more prevalent. The kitchen is one of them. Couple this perspective with the role of the kitchen as “the heart of the home,” and you can see that any feng shui in this room can have a significant impact on your family. A few things you can try are to place Buddha statues at strategic places. Buddha statues are known to add vibrant chi power to your home. Especially the Laughing Buddha statue. Buddha statues can be made from various stones. Jade as well as bronze are the most popular choices. Quan Yin is the female version of Buddha.

Chinese dragons are included in the common Feng Shui gifts. These dragons are said not only to keep evil spirits from entering your home but also to provide powerful chi energy. One can turn to Chinese Feng Shui money frogs,for better wealth, riches and prosperity. Either jade or agate made these frogs. They symbolize fortune and good luck with your hard work and clever mind. An Asian Feng Shui crystal globe might be your answer if you’re looking for a healthier frame of body and mind. This is one of the most commonly used cures and produces amazing results. When sunlight hits these crystals, beams of colored light radiate in all directions activating chi energy, and can also be used to slow down chi. Incidentally, various Asian animal figures such as jade horses can also be used to the same effect.


Learn Remote Viewing - A Novices Guide

Tuesday, July 28th, 2009
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Each and every one of us already has the ability to do remote viewing. Because most of us were never encouraged to develop our latent psychic abilities when we were children, it is more usual to start to learn remote viewing as an adult. In order to start remote viewing, you have to tune your brainwaves to the proper frequency – it does take some practice, but every person can do it.

No one is entirely sure how remote viewing works or why, but it is known to work. It is usually considered a paranormal phenomenon like astral travel, lucid dreaming and other psychic abilities. Since it’s not commonly done, the idea of remote viewing seems like a fantasy to many – but with some practice, even a skeptic can make use of this natural psychic ability.

Remote viewing is nothing new. It has been known about for a long time. When different countries discontinued and declassified their remote viewing programs they became available to the public. This is how we know that many countries made use of this psychic ability as part of the security measures. The people involved in these governmental programs were just ordinary people who had never had any former training in utilizing the inborn and natural remote viewing abilities.

As with most other things we put our minds to remote viewing requires practice. The more you practice it the more easily you will find that you can do it. It takes time and effort on your part before you will find it simple to do. Remember though, no special abilities are required, because anyone can learn to do remote viewing. In a short space of time, with some effort and practice, you will see results.

Remote viewing, as with any paranormal or psychic activity, is utilizing the awesome powers of the human mind. You will no doubt experience tiredness because you will be using energy even though you are quite still. Because of this it will help you to not do too much, but rather to pace yourself.

One of the most important things you will need to consider while you learn remote viewing is to learn how to meditate and visualize. Learning how to do these things help you to calm you mind and relax your body, making you more receptive to an out of body experience such as remote viewing. Learning how to visualize and meditate can aid you in reaching your goals of being able to remote view.

In order for you to become really good at remote viewing, you will have to take you time to practice this art form on a regular basis. As we all know, practice does make perfect and this applies to developing our paranormal or psychic gifts and talents as well.

You will learn how to quite your mind and then focus your concentration intensely on a person, place or thing that is in another area than where you are currently. It is the ability to perceive, view or see something from a distance.

Often the images that you will see during your remote viewing session will be unclear and out of focus. Therefore it is important that you keep an open mind to what you are seeing or perceiving during the session.

The longer you practice your remote viewing, the better the images you’ll see in your mind and the more you will be able to understand of them. Keep a remote viewing journal so that you can write down the things that you see in your sessions. This will also help you to figure out which techniques are the best at preparing you for remote viewing.

Once you learn remote viewing, then you’ll have the ability to see any place and even any time you want. Using remote viewing can tune you into the universal mind, which will allow you to visit any place in the universe, whether in the present, the past or even the future.

Be sure to pay close attention to any shapes, colors, textures and patterns that you can see while you learn remote viewing. You may even wish to keep a pad and pencil close by just in case you want to make a few sketches of the images that you view in your sessions.

There are various resources available to help you to learn remote viewing. Online or offline, you can find various books to help you. Also hypnosis recordings are a great help to retrain your subconscious mind. You should also check out something called ‘binaural beat’ audios which can instantly get your brainwaves into the correct frequency for psychic powers such as remote viewing to be possible.


Many Benefits Brings from Practising Buddhism

Tuesday, July 28th, 2009
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Millions of people follow Buddhist studies but there are still many people in the Western culture that are unfamiliar with Buddhism. It is a religion that dates back thousands of years and has helped many people overcome their suffering and has taught countless others how to help end the suffering of their fellow man. This religion can seem difficult to understand when you first begin but if you take the time to learn the basic tenants, then you can find your own happiness and sense of self-fulfillment that many miss in life.

There are two main schools of Buddhism. There is the Theravada and Mahayana. Each of these facets of Buddhist teachings have many of the same similarities but is different. Perhaps the biggest difference is in how bodhi or enlightenment is reached and what is required to aspire to the level of the Dali Lama.m/abun

The Buddhist religion and philosophy is based on the teachings of Gautama Buddha. There are four main beliefs that the Mahayana and Theravada believe in. These are: the Middle Way, Dependent Origination, the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path. The journey to Buddhahood is the highest attainment that anyone following the religion Buddhism can attain.
Many people associate the Buddhist religion with meditation practice, a Buddha statue and Buddhist practice. For this belief,these are all true. Meditation is a huge part of attaining enlightenment. Like state in which they search for the meanings of life,it requires the person to enter into a Zen.

Many people who practice this religion will have a Buddha statue as a reminder of the trials and tribulations that Gautama Buddha went through on his journey to enlightenment. As the Buddha did, but it does require some discipline,no one is asking you to fast and remain still for forty-nine days.


What Are The Commonly Used Buddhist Symbols?

Tuesday, July 28th, 2009
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The spirituality Buddhism offers is one of peace and contentment. It can still be a form of art that many find gives them a sense of peace and tranquility,while it is true that not everyone in the Western civilization is familiar with the Buddhist teachings.

In the last ten years,Buddhist symbols have become increasingly popular. Many decorators now incorporate some of the Buddhist materials when they are decorating. It is not meant as a sign of disrespect. Rather, in touch with Buddhist art and the teachings that Buddhists practice,they are used to bring others.

One of the most prevalent Buddhist symbols is the Buddha statue. Most followers of the Buddhist practice possess one of these statues as a reminder of the Buddha. The statues may be made bronze, stone or made of metal,and usually depict the Buddha in one of his meditation poses.

At many consignment stores and shops,you can always find the big Buddha bellied statues. It seems as if the “laughing” Buddha is a novelty that many Western collectors love to have in their collections.

Buddhists use this chant to reach a higher state of meditation. They chant this saying as a way to begin concentrating on clearing the mind and spirit.

Another symbol that many Buddhists and non-Buddhists use is prayer beads. These beads are very similar to rosary beads used in the Catholic faith. Buddhists chant and pray by counting each bead and saying a prayer.

If you are looking for buddha pendants and wish to add them to your collection, then there are a number of places to shop. “Ebay” is one website you may want to visit. Ebay has many stores that sell traditional artifacts. You can buy the traditional Buddha statue,find prayer beads carved from fragrant woods and bones and rings that bear the chant “Om Mani Padme Hum”. You can use them daily in your quest for peace and enlightenment.


Buddhism Religion

Tuesday, July 28th, 2009
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The Buddhism religion is growing in popularity. As a way of bringing peace and happiness into their lives,many people are turning to Buddhism. Buddhist religion offers meditations,ritualized chants and lifestyle practices wihch they enjoy them.

The real secret to Buddhism, for those who are not aware of the faith, is that anyone can practice it. Enjoy and employ certain aspects will enhance your life. Many people utilize Buddhism in some way every day but just do not realize it. It may be Buddhist art,buddha pendant, meditation, a visit to a Zen garden or even yoga.

Yes,as a way to keep in touch with the Buddhism religion and most Buddhists have a Buddha statue to look to for guidance. Many people find the Indian and Tibetan artwork have incorporated it into their decor for their homes and very relaxing. With very pleasing color tones and a sense of tranquility, the Buddhist art is transforming many bedrooms and work places into Zen meditation retreats.

Speaking of meditation, the art of meditation practice is one that everyone should learn. It is a way to clear the mind and rid the body of stress. Meditation may be just what you need to find relaxation and a way to work through those problems if you have had a bad time at work or you are under considerable family stress. You do not have to assume some of the more traditional poses for meditation. With your back straight, shoulders squared and your feet planted firmly,simply sit in a chair.

You will then take in deep breaths through the nose and exhale slowly through the mouth. You should begin working on clearing your mind while performing this breathing exercise. This mini “meditation retreat” can help you relieve the stress and tension in your body.


Dragon Pendant - A Pattern for the All-in-all

Tuesday, July 28th, 2009
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An entire, fascinating array of mythological representations deals with the significance that the All-in-All bears upon the whole, ‘unabridged’ version of the creation and perpetual establishment of the world and of everything the world shelters. One such recurrent representation is the serpent that bites its tail. Now we seem to have lost all of that appreciation for such powerful symbols thinking about our modern, contemporaneous times. However, for those of us for whom life-related representations still matter, there is a manner of making this attitude known: a simple, yet exquisite piece of jewelry.

A Dragon pendant is what you need if you want to ascertain your tribute for the comprehensiveness of existence. As a plus,there is also an elegant, delicate aspect this piece of jewelry provides beyond the mythological reference attached to it. It practically matches any stylish outfit. Whether you have a preference for gold or silver bijoux, quan yin pendant,a dragon pendant will certainly fit your taste. Embellishing a nicely cut evening dress, the pendant will create around you an aura of charm and delicacy. However,your outfit will instantly turn into a glamorous, exotic display of good taste when this pendant completes it depending on the dress as well.

In point of fact, this is what is amazing about the Dragon pendant including silver dragon pendant,jade dragon pendant : it appears to fit two contradictory aspects that not just any other bijou will fit. This pendant will match perfectly complexity, sophistication, the same as it will match simplicity, discreteness. Once again, the reason behind this versatility of function lies, in the background significance attached to the serpent eating its tail. Due to the fact that this mythological ‘creature’ stands for the fullness of the world and of its existence, the pendant reproducing it actually reproduces its value of meaning. Once the value of meaning is absorbed, this exquisite piece of jewelry is endowed with the power to adjust to any display of good taste.


Don’t Preach Too Long

Tuesday, July 28th, 2009
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The length of the average sermon has changed over the past century.  Even 4 decades ago it was not unusual for a sermon to last over one hour.  Today if you preach over an hour your congregation will grow restless and a lot of people will even get up an leave. What changed?

Two main factors have changed in our culture that effect the length of time people are willing to sit in church and listen to a sermon.  First of all,  I believe that people have become more impatient.  We live in an instant world.  We have instant grits (I am from the South) instant potatoes, instant coffee, instant tea, instant cameras, fast food restaurants, fast lanes and now people need fast sermons. We have become accustomed to our news being delivered in one sentence headlines flashed on the tv screen, instead of longer articles we have to read in newspapers.  I am not surprised that our congregations are impatient with long sermons. 

The second factor is that our senses are dulled from the constant onslaught of overly stimulating entertainment.  Almost everyone is addicted to TV and its hyper-stimulation of our senses.  For a show to grab the top ratings it has to be more exciting, more packed with action, violence and explosions than its competition.  As a result we have become numb to the more subtile values of speech and personal relationships.  A sermon doesn’t have the sensory impact of a TV show.   As a result the modern, over stimulated, listner soon loses interest in a sermon.  So, what are we to do about it.

First of all we need NOT to try to compete with the worldly entertainment industry.  Louder, more sensational, more exciting and more entertaining is not the answer.  Preaching and sermons are not to be entertaining.  However, sermons do not have to be dull and boring. 

Sermons need to be interesting and they CAN be if the preacher will spend the time and energy to properly develop them and relate them to the congregation.  The biggest problem with sermons today is that they are delivered to the wrong part of the human body.  In general sermons should be aimed at the heart, not the head.  They should be delivered from the soul of the preacher not just his brain.  This means that he needs to be intense and intensely believe in the message he is delivering.  Boring sermons come from preachers who are bored with the message.  The same preacher that will enthusiasticly cheer, screem and shout at a ball game will be passionless and cold in the pulpit.  A sermon delivered without passion is just a speech (a boring one). 

If we are to overcome the short attention span of the modern listener it will be because we grab his attention with our passion.  Be passionate, catch fire, and preach an organized message with fervor. 

  It takes more than wild enthusiasm to build a church, more than wildfire and excitement.  However, a scholarly but dry, dead sermon doesn’t get the job done either.


Dragon Pendant

Tuesday, July 28th, 2009
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An entire, upon the whole, fascinating array of mythological representations deals with the significance that the All-in-All bears ,’unabridged’ version of the creation and perpetual establishment of the world and of everything the world shelters. The serpent is one such recurrent representation which bites its tail. Now think about our modern, contemporaneous times: we seem to have lost all of that appreciation for such powerful symbols. However, there is a manner of making this attitude known: a simple, yet exquisite piece of jewelry for those of us for whom life-related representations still matter.

A silver dragon pendant is what you need if you want to ascertain your tribute for the comprehensiveness of existence. There is also an elegant, delicate aspect this piece of jewelry provides,as a plus, beyond the mythological reference attached to it. It practically matches any stylish outfit. A Dragon pendant will certainly fit your taste whether you have a preference for gold or silver bijoux. The pendant will create around you an aura of charm and delicacy embellishing a nicely cut evening dress. However, depending on the dress as well, your outfit will instantly turn into a glamorous, exotic display of good taste when this pendant completes it.

In point of fact, this is what is amazing about the Dragon pendant: it appears to fit two contradictory aspects that not just any other bijou will fit. This pendant will match perfectly complexity, sophistication, the same as it will match simplicity, discreteness. Once again, in the background significance attached to the serpent eating its tail, the reason behind this versatility of function lies. The pendant reproducing it actually reproduces its value of meaning,due to the fact that this mythological ‘creature’ stands for the fullness of the world and of its existence. This exquisite piece of jewelry is endowed with the power to adjust to any display of good taste once the value of meaning is absorbed.