Burt’s Bees’ natural skin care products are high in their efficacy and the Radiance eye cream is yet another winner. Made of Royal Jelly, Chamomile, Rosemary and other natural ingredients, the eye cream is light and airy and instantly softens the delicate area around the eyes.
Try it and let me know if it works just as well for you!
I discovered Anokhi while working in Jaipur and fell in love with their textiles. Anokhi creates beautiful cotton clothes that are block-printed by master craftsmen and are perfect for the sweltering heat wave that sweeps through most of India. Anokhi is also renowned for adopting ethical trade practices and supporting the welfare of their craftsmen. Even to this day their textiles are all block-printed by hand using vegetable dyes.
Anokhi is sold only at their stores in India, You can however follow them on Facebook to see a preview of their latest collection.
Singapore Botanical GardensSingapore is one of the cleanest, safest cities in the world and has the prettiest gardens. The people of Singapore are conscientious, helpful and always full of joy.
Singapore Botanical GardensPlaces to see
Singapore Botanical Gardens – This 156 year old elegant garden is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. Spend an entire day exploring the musical stream, the ancient trees, the prized orchids, the hidden alcoves and at last, stop by the Villa Halia for a refreshing ginger drink and a delicious lunch.
Haji LaneHaji Lane – Watch the street come alive at sunset with the smell of kebabs and the sound of jazz! Don’t forget to treat yourself to a refreshing massage at the Frangipani spa located at the end of the lane.
Adventure Cove, SentosaAdventure Cove, Sentosa – Swim with beautiful fishes of all colors of the rainbow at the Adventure Cove, watch the amusing manta rays and enjoy the sun while you gobble delicious gelato.
Singapore Philatelic MuseumSingapore Philatelic Museum – is located in a colourful, colonial building near Clarke Quay and is a delight for stamp collectors; You can even buy stamps from other countries. I bought a treasured dinosaur stamp from Ecuador.
Jurong Bird ParkJurong Bird Park – The African Waterfall Aviary is an impressive 5 acre, rainforest habitat with free-flying birds, many of whom have learned to mimic human speech!
Haiku is a beautiful form of Japanese poetry describing fleeting moments in nature. It’s structure is 17 onseparatedin lines of 5,7,5 and depicting a season. Haiku is called ‘unfinished’ poetry; The poet paints a true picture of a beautiful moment in nature and the readers are to finish the poem in their hearts.
Here are some examples of famous haiku, hope you enjoy them and someday create your own.
Winter seclusion – Listening, that evening, To the rain in the mountain.
– Kobayashi Issa
From time to time The clouds give rest To the moon-beholders.
– Matsuo Bashō
Consider me As one who loved poetry And persimmons.
Sophie Gamand is the talented artist who creates beautiful portraits of pitbulls wearing flower crowns. Sophie began this project to help people rediscover the innocence and love pitbulls have in their hearts and to help them find a home they so truly deserve.
Be a part of ‘Flower Power, Pitbulls of the Revolution’, do your bit by sharing pictures of the many wonderful, loving dogs that are looking for a home to call their own.
Please visit sophiegamand.com to learn more about her work with shelter animals and helpful tips to photograph them.
Of the many lip balms I have tried so far nothing works better than the 100% natural, Burt’s Bees beeswax lip balm. I love how nourished and fresh my lips feel every day.
My absolute favourite of all is the original lip balm with Vitamin E & Peppermint. What’s yours?