Archive for June, 2010
Paraguay vs Japan – 5 interesting facts about both countries you probably DIDN’T know ?
June 30th, 2010
Paraguay:
1. Paraguay sounds similar in name to Uraguay yet does not share a border with it. It shares its borders with just 3 south american countries. Bolivia to the NW, Brazil to the North and Argentina to the south namely.
2. Paraguay’s independence occurred in May of 1811 from Spanish rule and occupation.
3. The term Guarani holds three important aspects in Paraguay. First, Guarani is the name of the tribe that lived in the region before the Europeans came to the land. Second, Guarani is the name of Paraguay’s currency. Third, Guarani is one of the two official languages spoken in Paraguay: Spanish is the other.
4. Paraguay’s first railroad was created and built in three years starting in 1858 by British engineers.
5. The capital of Paraguay is Asuncion and was built and founded in 1537.
5 Interesting facts of Japan:
1. Raw horse meat is a popular food in Japan.
2. Coffee is very popular and Japan imports approximately 85% of Jamaica’s annual coffee production.
3. There are four different writing systems in Japan, romaji, katakana, hiragana, and kanji.
4. Noodles, especially soba (buckwheat), are slurped very loudly when eaten. It is often said slurping symbolizes the food is delicious, but the slurping also serves to cool down the hot noodles for eating.
5. Some women in Japan cut their hair after breaking up with a boyfriend / Some men in Japan shave their heads to apologize. (so should the Japanese national side get trounced 6-0 today…)
and there u have it ! ^_^
10 facts smarter than you were prior to me telling u them !
do please share your thoughts and opinions on these facts. We won it 5 times and that too is a fact ! : ))
p.s – what do u predict the score will be between Paraguay and Japan ?
all the best
MR ANFIELD ACES
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Blue Ridge Mountain Home
June 22nd, 2010
Murphy’s Flaw performs at Los Angeles Times Festival of Books April 25, 2010. They’ll be at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, Altadena, Ca., on Sunday, May 2, 8 p.m. Reservations: (626) 794-2424.
Duration : 0:3:57
Tags: Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa – Montego Bay, Jamaica – on Voyage.tv
June 4th, 2010
Set between the Jamaican mountains and the Caribbean Sea, the Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa is located 15 minutes outside Montego Bay and appeals to families, couples and groups. Overlooking the historic Rose Hall Plantation, the resort features a private beach and one of the largest private waterparks in the Caribbean.
A modern lobby sets the tone for Rose Hall. Contemporary guest rooms and suites have a crisp neutral palette and include special touches like freestanding bathtubs, pillow-top mattresses and in-room coffeemakers for brewing Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee. Most rooms have private balconies with views of the landscaped gardens, the mountains, the golf course or the ocean.
Both European plan and all-inclusive packages are available. Dining options include gourmet cuisine prepared by Chef Michael Dannecker at the Three Palms Restaurant and Northern Italian fare served at Luna Di Mare. Fresh offers American-style breakfast and an international menu for dinner overlooking the pool. For light dining and snacks, Mangoes at the water park and the Sea Side Grill are popular choices. Drinks are served at the swim-up bar during the day and at Purple Moon, the hotels nightclub, in the evenings.
The resort is designed to suit both active families and adults seeking relaxation, with two distinct swimming pool areas. The Sugar Mills Falls Water Park has a 280-foot water slide, terraced jungle pools and lagoons, rope swings and rock gardens. A tranquil infinity pool is surrounded by terraces and overlooks the ocean. Lounge chairs and beach umbrellas are provided on the beach, and water sports include kayaking, snorkeling and fishing.
The resort also has six lit tennis courts and the 18-hole, championship level Cinnamon Hill Ocean Golf Course. The Soothe Spa has an extensive menu of signature treatments, and guests can choose treatment rooms set in historic aqueducts or in cabanas on the beach.
Duration : 0:2:50
Septon on I and I
June 1st, 2010
Seppie talks about the open I and the closed I as well as the herb and other ideas. If you are intersted in spending time with Septon in Jamaica. he is accepting guests, You may contact Fish@eyeneyecoffee.com for more information
Duration : 0:6:26