Reading: It's a World of Make Believe

By Mara Hernandez-Capili

Reading is a multifaceted process of interpret ing symbols and construction of ideas. It is one of the best ways to access thoughts and ideals. Also, reading or sharing stories such as the process of storytelling is a conveyance of events may it be in words, action or sounds. It is often told with creativeness and adornment.

Reading is an important skill that needs to be developed in kids. It is necessary for their growing up years to survive the world of school and universities. The more we encourage our kids to read the better their proficiency become. The more they put themselves into reading the better they develop reading abilities.

Kids who can't read yet are advised to be read to, the more kids are read to, the more they learn how to speak and the more they build interest in reading. Reading out loud to toddlers and pre-schoolers exposes them to proper grammar and phrasing. Telling them stories enhances their language spoken skills and their ability to express themselves verbally.

Reading Stories to kids can vicariously give them the edge to test new ideas, with no negative cost in their real lives. They'll meet characters they'll love to come back to and heroes that will help them build better characters. Books and many other reading materials give kids the opportunity to flex their critical thinking. Mysteries and conflicts in the stories allow them to follow clues and enhance their logical conclusions.

Reading is always thought to be as the prototypical private activity, but in certain country or state reading is used as a socializing activity. In Washington, parents meet up and read aloud for their kids. Storytelling for them is a great opportunity to bond and share some knowledge to their kids. Here, they share a few minutes of creative time, plus they share the many benefits of reading to their kids.

About the Author:

Mara Hernandez-Capili is a writer and a researcher on events in Travel and Leisure. Visiting events such as craft fairs will open one's spirit on the beauty of the world beyond home's borders. If youre staying in the US, the author suggests checking out craft shows for entertainments to make your stay worthwhile.

Artist and Audience: Make a Connection

By Ian Kleine

As the artist, you will have to face your customers sometime sooner or later. It is an inevitability. If you want to sell stuff, then you'll have to face the figurative shark sooner or later. Customer relation is a part of business, and you will have to face this demon sooner than enough.

You don't have to act all willy-nilly if you don't want to, nor do you have to plaster on that fake smile you always see in most generic salesmen. The benefit of being an artist is that you are supposed to be the epitome of reality, the harbinger of emotion whether distorted or not. Still, people are people. How you talk and relate to them will determine whether you will make a sale or not.

There are general approaches as to how to make a good impression, a reputation that is easy for the customer, and an atmosphere that would draw them in, like bees to honey and nectar.

Let's take a situational example. Customer asks you about a piece you just did. It is a fine piece, with varied colors and lovely shapes and shades. Now, as the artist, you are to explain it to a language the customer can understand. Remember, if they want to buy it, they have to know the meaning behind it first. That is the usual trail of thought, the psychology of buying stuff.

He or she asks you, what is your painting about? Answer it directly and without impediment. Tell them the truth, and the meaning behind the oils and the colors. Don't give out credentials like 'oh this is a work by a renowned artist'. It is information that is not currently needed. And don't give out jargon-y descriptions. It scares them away. Convey the message and the thought of the piece with simplicity and accuracy. Leave no censorship if you have to. And you usually have to.

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Costa Rica Living: an Ant and the Photographer

By Frank Scott

After living in Costa Rica for over 8 years I can only say that life has been outstanding. As a Photographer I have photographed a number of beautiful and incredible sights and the following is a small example of how close I am to amazing discoveries.



As you know we have leaf cutter ants in the jungle and they are a very busy lot who work very hard all day long. This is a story about their strength and persistence that happened one day.

In his travels across my driveway in front of my favourite flowering trees that he and his friends were munching, a leaf cutter ant we will name Bill picked up a matchstick, you know, one of the wooden ones. This brave soul dropped its leaf and started to carry the match upright as if it were a leaf.

I carefully picked up the matchstick thinking that I would lessen the load. And incredible as it might seem, Bill did not let go and was picked up along with the match, his little feet still trying to march away.

I took the match, with ant, to the terrace of my house and put it down thinking that he would let go. Obviously Bill was looking for his marching band, because he began to march around with the matchstick held high weaving around chairs and tables but remaining on the terrace.

Without hesitation, he marched around and around in military precision carrying his flag. I watched and photographed him for over an hour amazed and wondering when he would drop the match and go on his merry way as he must have been panting by now, not that you can see an ant pant, believe me!

Now I realize their stamina and persistence when they march like an army carrying their leaves back to their nest. As Bill became very tired I eventually was able to take away the matchstick and he was freed from his load to go back to, what else, carrying leaves.

Life is hard for all of us but are you willing and ready to drop a small item to carry one that is monumental? Bill the ant did. What a creature!

Who among us would drop a light load to carry a very heavy one for our team? Think about it and what we can learn from this wonderful creature that we often take for granted.

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Dining In Brisbane

By Patrick Daniels

Brisbane diners are spoilt for choice. There are exceedingly good restaurants almost everywhere you go. Some suburbs to note are as follows:

Bulimba: This is a more informal, relaxing suburb with charm. There are over fifteen al-fresco dining restaurants, as well as fashion shops and a historic cinema complex. Bulimba is a great place for families to visit, as well as romantic getaways. Among the restaurants there are a few worth singling out. Oxford 152, contemporary restaurant with an award winning brewery. Chill bar, modern Australian cuisine and Earth and Sea Pizza and Pasta BYO Family Restaurant.

Paddington, Caxton Street: This is the place to go if you like dancing, live music and fine dining. There is always a great vibe in this street as soon as it begins to get dark and especially if there is a sporting event on at the nearby Suncorp Stadium. Casablanca, Hotel LA and the Caxton Hotel all combine separate bars, live music and dance floor facilities. Gambaros is one of Brisbane's oldest and still thriving restaurants, established in 1972 and this is where you should visit for seafood favorites and a great wine list.

Chinatown: Here you will find a great assortment of Asian cuisine restaurants. For Chinese you have Golden Palace and King of Kings Seafood, a Japanese cuisine favorite is Koh-Ya where food is grilled at your table and for Thai you can eat at Thai-Wi-Rat. You can also choose restaurants specializing in Malaysian, Cambodian and Vietnamese cuisine.

CBD: Broken down into three zones, with many dining options to choice from. The first zone, Queen Street Mall, has mostly food courts and a few fresh air cafes. The second zone is on the waterfront, Riverside, Eagle Street Pier. Here you will find Customs House, Groove Train, Jade Buddha, and Cha Cha Char, which makes one of the best steaks I've ever tasted. The third zone is bordered by Felix, Edward and Albert street. Here you can find Belgian Beer Garden, Giannis, Palettes Brasserie Bar and the Brasserie on the river.

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Discount Disneyland Vacation Packages

By Kenneth Elliott

A trip to Disneyland is a dream come true for many children and, of course, for many adults as well. Whether it is an opportunity to live out a childhood fantasy, or to meet the characters from the movies we all know and love so well, a vacation focused around Disneyland can truly be a magical experience for kids of all ages.

However, we also know that a trip to Disneyland can also be quite expensive. If you dont live in the immediate area of southern California, just getting there alone can be a major cost in your vacation budget. This is why it makes sense to find some of the best deals out there to come up with a great discount on a Disneyland vacation package. By putting all of the elements of your vacation together, you can better take advantage of the bulk discount that comes with booking everything at once from the start.

For starters, you should probably begin talking to a travel agent, and believe it or not, there are several travel agents who specialize in Disneyland vacations. These people will not only be able to give you the best tips on how to save money, but their expertise can help customize the vacation to maximize the fun you have by spending your time at the attractions that most appeal to you and your family.

Dont be afraid to take some time to shop around for the best deals as well. It is a busy tourist season around Disneyland, and all the hotels and airlines want your business. Theyre willing to compete for it as well, so shopping around can help you guarantee you are getting the best discount on your Disneyland vacation.

Booking way in advance, or at the very last minute is also a great way to get a discount price as well. Though these may not fit in with your personal travel styles, if you are more flexible on dates and can get out there on a moments notice, you can sometimes find some great last-minute packages that either went unsold, or need to be sold right away.

And dont be afraid to consider a discount Disneyland vacation package that is bigger than just your family. If you can group together with many other families, you can save even more per person in many cases. Remember the concept of bulk discounts doesnt only apply to purchasing airfare, hotel and park attractions, but there is also the concept of receiving a bulk discount for booking larger groups of people at the same time as well. And of course, in a place like Disneyland, the more the merrier!

All of these tips should not only help you to put together the package that best fits your budget for your Disneyland vacation, but it will also help you make the most of this trip, which you and your family will remember for years to come.

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Springfest in Tennessee

By Mara Hernandez-Capili

Springfests are events where the glorious season of Spring is more highlighted since the venues are located on parks. Springfest mark the beginning of Spring. Boy what exciting events Springfests are! Amidst the lush greenery and the colorful display of plethora of flower blooms, Springfest in Pigeon Forge is a huge success.

There are many things to do at Springfests. First there are the delicous food offerings- excelletn beverages and refreshments that could keep pur mouth and stomach busy all day long. At springfests, there are also art & craft fairs where handcrafted and hand made items by skilled and talented crafters can be purchased at very reasonable prices. Springfests are great venues to bond and socialize with your friends and family members since the weather is great and the surroundings divine.

If you're a mom who brings your kids along at springfest, then you never have to worry about keeping them because there are art classes that would keep them busy while you go around and do your stuff. Excellent instructors will be there to assist the kids in developing their artistic capabilities. After you're done with your shopping, you can always fetch them up and go home happy.

Bargain stores and second hand bazaars are also abundant at Springfests. These are the places where you can buy goods at a much lower price (even marked down at 50% off). Mind you, the stuffs here are great and does not look like second hand goods at all!

Bring your favorite friends and family members for a day full of exciting activities and endless budget shopping! If you feel like going out, try to visit the nearest Springfest in your neighborhood. Or if you're living at Tennessee, catch a peek of the Springfest in Pigeon Forge.

About the Author:

Mara Hernandez-Capili is a writer and a researcher on events in Travel and Leisure. Visiting events such as craft fairs will open one's spirit on the beauty of the world beyond home's borders. If youre staying in the US, the author suggests checking out craft shows for entertainments to make your stay memorable.

Plaza Summer Crafts in New York

By Mara Hernandez-Capili

For professionals who are seeking extra income, they can actually earn money by using their skills. I knew of a friend who is very talented in creating crafts. She started making crafts for us, her friends as presents on birthdays and anniversaries. Now, she annually signs up for craft fairs and craft shows to sell her crafts.A few months from now it is Summertime once again. Everyone as far as craft fair organizers are concerned is getting ready with the annual Summer Craft Fairs.

A lot of books dedicated to financial freedom talks about the first step which is to learn how to sell. Why sell? Because in selling you create instant money machines that can pump up money for you even if you are not around. Crafters are small business people who are deemed in selling their crafts to be able to gain finacial knowledge. Money machines are businesses and properties that put money in your pocket without you working for it. When you sell, you expose yourself to the ins and outs of a simple businessmodel so you could be trained to handle your own in the future.

The Plaza Summer Crafts in Albany is an annual event attended by hundreds of spectators and enthusiasts that are always on the lookout for new and great looking crafts all the time. They always want to be in the know how and "in" on the latest trends of craft offerings.

Let the in house entertainment provide you with music to further enrich your shopping experience. Summer crafts are great pieces to give to your friends as presents and souvenirs form a vacation at a certain place. It is also a great venue to unwind and bond with your favorite friends and buddies.

Come at the Plaza Summer Craft Event in Albany!

About the Author:

Mara Hernandez-Capili is a writer and a researcher on events in Travel and Leisure. Visiting events such as craft fairs will open one's spirit on the beauty of the world beyond home's borders. If youre staying in the US, the author suggests checking out craft shows for entertainments to make your stay worthwhile.