Archives for September 2009

When it comes to trendy mums, a lot of flowers can seem too stiff or refined. Roses and the like all give a dignified and refined look, which while perfect for some mothers, is not always appropriate for a trendy mum. By adding bright contrasting colours, exotic flowers and eccentric designs you can really send a fantastic and wonderful flower arrangement to any mum.

For a fashionable and unique look why not try fabulous pink anthuriums. These large flat leaved flowers make for a distinctive and gorgeous display, with a luxurious pink and white toned flower. Combined with suitably large dark green foliage, this touch of pink paradise is guaranteed to be a real focal point in any home.

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I would like to commend Saloa for her braveness and honesty in bringing out to the open a real-life issue that many children in our society had to deal with on Father’s Day, when their friends are celebrating the day with their fathers. 

Saloa, I empathise with you and can just imagine how you feel celebrating Father’s Day without your biological father. 

But, I thank God that He used this situation to make you realise that He is our Father, and that he will never let us down, unless we ourselves decide to leave Him.

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It is safe to say that just about every child in the world thinks they have a Mother like no other.  This is a normal attitude to have.  Our Mothers are that important in our lives.  It is for this reason that we celebrate Mothers Day.

After all, they carry us around for nine months and then go through immeasurable pain to give us birth.  Then the real fun begins.  Mothers are then given the added responsibilities of being Teachers, Doctors and eventually Relationship Counselors.  They are bound to the Mothers code of ethics.  Oh yes, Mothers will love their children above life itself.  It is a built in emotion that never becomes tarnished by time.  A Mothers concern for her children is legendary.  Mothers are programmed to protect and love their children for all eternity.  They are destined to become Mothers like no others.

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Most countries celebrate Labour Day on May 1, known as May Day and International Workers' Day. In Europe the day has older significance as a rural festival which is predominantly more important than that of the Labour Day movement. The holiday has become internationalised and several countries hold multi-day celebrations including parades, shows and other patriotic and labour-oriented events. However, in Northern Europe, Walpurgis Night is celebrated on the preceding night and this holiday merges with the Labour Day in some countries.

May 1 is a national holiday in Albania, Argentina, Aruba, Austria, Bangladesh, Belarus, Belgium, Bolivia, Bosnia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cameroon, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, China, Croatia, Cuba, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Democratic Republic of the Congo,Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia (locally known as Hari Buruh), Italy, Jordan, Kenya, Latvia, Lithuania, Lebanon, Macedonia, Madagascar, Malaysia, Malta, Mauritius, Mexico, Morocco, Myanmar (Burma), Nigeria, North Korea, Norway, Pakistan, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, the Philippines (spelled as "Labor Day"), Portugal, Romania, the Russian Federation, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Serbia, Suriname, Sweden, Syria, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, Uganda, Uruguay, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

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The Independence Day of Brazil was officially announced on 7th September 1822 from the hands of the Portuguese. Since then the country proudly celebrates the Independence Day of Brazil with lots of fanfare and excitement.

For ages Brazil has represented the great escape into a prehistoric, tropical heaven, igniting the Western imagination like no other South American country. Brazil with its unique attributes including having had a reigning monarch and an empire boosts of a relatively bloodless independence from Portugal. The Brazilian did not have to fight tooth and nail nor did it create any revolt. The King himself declared in the Grito do Ipiranga, "By my blood, by my honor, and by God: I will make Brazil free" with the motto "Independence or Death!.

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Given the important roles fathers have played in the development and success of many a successful person, it's hardly surprising that they often feel the need to honour them in poem, prose and performance.

The greatest literary minds in particular have put pen to paper to express their love and respect – some of which ends up even better than the verse you'll find in the average Father's Day card.

So take a break from seeking out the perfect Father's Day Gifts and be inspired by GettingPersonal.co.uk's collection of timeless quotes on the subject of fatherhood.

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Whether you are looking for the perfect gift for your guy friend or your girlfriend, these gifts are thoughtful, memorable and are sure to convey your feelings of appreciation and love.

Items like:  jewelry, jewelry boxes, leather valet trays, crystal or glass ornaments, crystal or glass flower vases, leather or stainless steel flasks, leather manicure sets, candles and friendship charm key rings are all memorable little keepsakes that will always remind them of your friendship.  Also a cartoon or caricatures drawing of your friend or the both of you will put a wonderfully big smile on his or her face.

Other ideas include items like:  A best friend plaque or trophy which can be personalized with almost anything you can think of, wood, crystal or glass coasters, dishes, bowls, and serving trays, guardian angel figurines for watching over your friends and wine gifts like stoppers, crystal glasses, totes and carafes can all be personalized with names, dates, initials or poems depending upon the size of the item.

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Mothers Day poems are a celebration of love, strength, character, selflessness, joy and family. You can write a Mothers Day Poem to any Mother in your life whether she’s your wife, sister, friend or even your own mother. The sentiments are always the same and we all know the amount that mothers give up in order to raise their children; the daily grind and the thankless tasks that go into bringing up the next generation of society. An ideal way to show our gratitude to the mothers of the world is to express it in poetry. A Mothers Day Poem can express many deeply felt emotions in only a few words and can easily stir the spirit and emotions of the recipient.

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Dedicated to Saint Valentine and celebrated every year on the 14 of February, Valentines Day is a day to celebrate love. Though the day is dedicated to a saint, it never has been a religious holiday for reasons unknown. Dove, Cupid, and red roses are the popular symbols of Valentines Day.

The color red signifies love; hence it is of consequence to Valentine's Day, which is celebrated with much gusto across the globe. Valentines day gifts are exchanged between people in love, spouses, friends and family members who value each other's presence, more than anything else in the world.

With the influx of western culture, Valentines Day, celebrated with champagne or wine and a candle light dinner is gaining popularity in Asian countries like India, as well. For youngsters it is a day of fun and frolic at the campus. Buying expensive Valentines Day gifts may not be possible; hence they save up from their allowances to splurge on suitable gifts.

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