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“Nicaragua has beaches?” When a friend recently asked me this question, I was shocked! Well known for its steamy, dense jungles and mountain trails, many Americans are just now discovering what is perhaps Nicaragua’s best kept secret: Its breathtaking beaches!

With beaches on both coasts (and many along its numerous lakes and rivers), Nicaragua is a beach lover’s paradise. With over 190 miles of beaches on Pacific Coast and 280 miles on the Caribbean Coast, if it’s fun, sun, and sand you’re after, you really can’t go wrong in Nicaragua. Once you experience a Nicaraguan playa, you might never want to leave…but that’s okay since there’s never been a better time to invest in local real estate than right now.

From white sand to stony shorelines, from lavishly developed to wooden shacks along the shore, there is something for every beach lover in this land of twin coastlines. To make sure you curl your bare toes in softest sand, take a look at my top 3 picks for your perfect piece of paradise.

Montelimar – Luxury at Its Best
One of Nicaragua’s largest and busiest beach resort towns and arguably one of the best places to relax on the Pacific’s white sandy beaches in all of Central America, Montelimar has the finest collection of luxurious resorts, hotels, and casinos – each designed to cater to your every desire.

Whether you are an average Joe or the President of the United States, you can expect to be treated like royalty by a friendly people everywhere – from eating in a fine restaurant or catching up on some much-needed sleep in your hotel room. Service is first rate and accommodations rival those found in the best beach destinations around the world.

If you’re looking for a pampered vacation spot, filled from start to finish with all the rest and relaxation you desire, then Montelimar is the best sandy spot for you.

If you’re looking for activity, Montelimar is for you. From horseback riding, scuba diving, and kayaking, you will find none better in the world. And, if you’re up for hanging ten, the locals can point you in the direction of great surfing hot spots, too.
Indeed, possibilities are endless on this side of paradise, and, if on the rare occasion you do not have a blast, at least you will go home with a nice tan.

La Boquita Beach – Inexpensive, Clean, and Colorful
With its rocky and sandy beaches, La Boquita has earned a sparkling reputation as one of the most popular tourist destinations in all of Nicaragua. Located on the Pacific coast, La Boquita is filled with chic hotels, world-class restaurants and bars – offering an all-inclusive vacation experience.

With seafood that is to die for, you could spend your entire vacation eating freshly caught food and dining on the amazing wealth of tropical delights that grow in and about this little slice of heaven.

As an established destination, tourists can feel comfortable knowing that they’ll find the modern amenities you’re looking for and transportation, accommodations, and day-to-day necessities are all easily accessed and enjoyed.

Important: If you cannot tolerate large crowds of people, this is not the place for you, especially around national holidays. But, surprisingly, despite being overrun by a constant stream of tourists, La Boquita is touted as one of the cleanest beaches in the country, and even with the high-class accommodations, you’ll find it’s really inexpensive, too.

Lake Nicaragua
You don’t have to be on the coast to enjoy the beach. Nicaragua is home to many lakes, lagoons, and rivers that offer incredible beach experiences. The most popular lake in Nicaragua is Lago de Nicaragua, or Lake Nicaragua, also known as the Sweet Sea.

Like the country itself, Lake Nicaragua is the largest lake in all of Central America. Even though this is a freshwater lake, it still contains an abundance of sea dwellers like sharks, swordfish, and tarpon. Grab your snorkeling gear and get ready for fun (sharks optional)!

When you go to Lake Nicaragua, you must visit Isla de Ometepe. It’s 171 square miles of pure adventure and beauty. Filled with untouched forests, wildlife, and indigenous culture, this island getaway will be unlike any you’ve ever experienced. Hiking in its many amazing forests, you’ll discover monkeys, armadillo, opossum, anteaters, deer, bats, and more. Then, be sure to kick off your sandals, enjoy a papaya or guava juice (with local rum, of course), and take a break on the glorious white sand beaches.

If you’re up for an adventure, aren’t a fan of large crowds, and are ready for a quiet retreat into one of the world’s most beautiful and lush island landscapes, then Isla de Ometepe is a must.

As you can see, Nicaragua is much more than humid rainforests and volcanoes…it’s also a beach lover’s paradise. But, shhhh, don’t let the secret out. Let’s keep it just between us, okay? So, next time you’re planning a sandy vacation (or even a permanent move), put Nicaragua at the top of your list and be sure to visit one of these incredible beach paradises.

You’re strolling along white sand beaches, your toes digging into the warmth. Sunshine is sparkling off whitecaps on the crystal blue as you splash in the sea. Perhaps another cocktail? A seaside concert? Dinner at a 4-star restaurant? Wow, surely you must be vacationing along the famed Amalfi Coast in Italy, or along the luxurious French Mediterranean, or maybe even one of the tropical Hawaiian Islands, right? Wrong!

You’re in Croatia!

That’s right – this once war-torn country that just recently won its final independence is quickly becoming known as one of the best beach vacation destinations in the world.

That’s right – this once poor eastern European country hidden under years of oppression is now being revealed as the seaside gem that cannot be missed for the jet set and suburban traveler alike.

With some of the most well-known world vacation beaches being overrun by crowds, exorbitant prices, and tourist traps on every corner, the time to find a new sandy retreat is desperately needed. Acclaimed as being more hospitable, more beautiful, and more affordable than almost any other coastal destination, Croatia offers a lot of everything for any beach lover. Let’s take a look at the three best Croatian regions within which to dip your toes into the Adriatic.

Istria

If you have never been to Croatia, there is no better place to start than Istria. Located in western Croatia, Istria’s coastline stretches on for miles and is dotted with numerous gorgeous beaches, bays, and quaint villages that will magically transport you to a better time. Bordering Italy, Austria, and Slovenia, Croatia is like a European smorgasbord of culture, cuisine, and cool sea breezes!

Because Istria was held by Italy before World War II, you will find colorful Italian traditions and culture around every corner. Whether you want to eat authentic Italian truffles, stay in a beautiful palazzo, or simply feel like you are in Italy for a fraction of the price, Istria the place for you.

If you want a break from sunbathing on the beach or one of the countless offshore island paradises, Istria is filled with incredible historical and cultural attractions. Whether you want to take a tour of the medieval architecture in Pazin or take in a concert in Groznjan, Istria is the place to be (and, if you don’t ever want to leave, lucky for you, there’s never been a better time to buy real estate in Istria either). It’s hard to imagine any more romantic destination than Istria, but – believe it or not – you can find just that in nearby Dalmatia.

Dalmatia

One of my all-time favorite regions of Croatia is the Dalmatian Coast. Located in the southern part of the country, Dalmatia is reminiscent of the most dramatic spots along the French or Italian Riviera – but without nearly as many tourists as either of these locations (or of Istria either).

The first thing you’ll notice in this region is the water. It’s the clearest, most sparkling blue you’ll find anywhere in the world. The entire coast – all its islands, coves, and beaches – seem to glow with an enchanted feel.

Again, if you’re looking for a sightseeing break, historical cities like Sibenik, Zadar, Dubrovnik, and Split, along with the nearby spectacular mountain ranges like Biokovo and Velebit, are just a hop, skip, and jump away. With its renowned national parks as well as the Krka rapids, the Kornati archipelago, and the Mljet
Islands, you may just have to move here to take it all in.

After you finish your day – whether soaking in the sun or taking in the sights, you’ll be happy to know that Dalmatia loves the Italian tradition of the midday siesta. So even if you become exhausted after your daily Dalmatian adventures, you can rest assured that you’ll be able to take things slowly and learn what rest and relaxation really means.

Kvarner

In northern Croatia you’ll find the Kvarner Gulf. With mild weather, exotic beaches, and amazing islands, this is one of the most popular regions along the coast – made even more enjoyable because the ideal climate makes a visit enjoyable at any time of the year.

Spilling over with quiet seaside cities and breathtaking scenery, Kvarner is the ideal place for a vacation or for peaceful living. For those seeking a more laid back trip, Kvarner was custom made for you – relaxed, easygoing, and everything at your pace.

Plus, with limitless activities to fill your day or sandy beaches where you simply lay back and relax, Kvarner has a little bit of something for everything. However, if you choose to sightsee, there is no better daytrip than the short trip across the bridge to the beautiful island Krk, or to view the one-of-a-kind architecture in the heart of Rijeka.

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As you can see, Croatia – this hidden gem that’s tucked away along the Adriatic Sea – is just waiting for you. Don’t delay – the time to see Croatia, to tuck your toes into its coastal sands, and to sip on a romantic cocktail as the sun sets over the sea is right now. Take advantage of favorable prices, small crowds, and untouched pristine coastlines that are guaranteed to be more beautiful than anything you could imagine.

If you are considering a vacation this year, you should consider the city of Sheffield in South Yorkshire, England.

Sheffield is a city that is altogether quite unique from an environmental and cultural aspect .

It is a cultural centre, an historical monument, and eco-city all at once. If you are going to be visiting England, Sheffield is a must-see or at the very least certainly needs to be on your top ten places to visit especially given its proximity to the Peak District.

Because of this, there is a thriving tourist industry in the city and finding suitable and exquisite holiday accommodation should be no problem if you are going to be paying a visit.

You probably like many people consider London when you think of a cultural centre in the UK, and you are not off the mark. Outside of London, Sheffield is the number one cultural centre in the UK and is well known for its theatres, clubs and musical acts.

If theatres and the arts are high on your list of passions, check out the Lyceum Theatre, the Crucible Theatre, or the Studio Theatre. These three theatres compose the largest theatre complex in England outside of London, which is a fact that not many tourists are aware of.

If you are an art connoisseur, Sheffield also has four world-renowned art galleries for you to peruse, including the Millennium Galleries and the Site Gallery.

For the music lover, Sheffield is a paradise and musical hotspot and as a result the city boasts to the fact that many famous (and infamous) musical acts have their roots in this culturally-rich city.

Synth bands like The Human League and The Thompson Twins, heavy metal band Def Leppard, and indie rock bands like The Arctic Monkeys and Gomez started out in Sheffield. Even classic rocker Joe Cocker got his start in this diverse city.

There are plenty of venues in Sheffield for you to see bands such as these play, over ten of them in fact, and there are also plenty of dance clubs throughout the city for you to party the night away in you are one of the younger or more energetic visitors.

For those interested in classical music, Sheffield also has five different orchestras who call the city home.

Those who enjoy city life but still like a bit of greenery will be pleasantly surprised at Sheffield. With over two million trees, this city has more trees than people than any other city in Europe. Surprisingly 61% of Sheffield is considered green space which comprises of. over 170 woodlands, 78 public parks, and 10 public gardens. Sheffield city leaders have taken great care to make sure that they live in harmony with nature as much as possible as can clearly be seen here. This is a refreshing break from how most established cities are these days although times are changing.

If you are a history buff, then there will be a lot of great interest for you too. The area in which Sheffield lies is thought to have been settled sometime during the Ice Age, and as Sheffield sits at the confluence of five rivers, it has always been an important hub for both domestic and foreign trade trade.

The towns that eventually grew into Sheffield were thought to have sprung up sometime during the second millennium. Just imagine walking down streets that have been trod for over one thousand years, seeing buildings that have been occupied and functioning for hundreds of years. It is quite overwhelming.

Sheffield also has two world-class universities that bring in students from all over, the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University.

Due to its popularity with tourists, Sheffield has a large number of hotels to choose from. You can go with anything from the world-renowned Hilton and Holiday Inn or stay at a more low-key bed and breakfast. Whichever way you go, finding Sheffield rental accommodation is never a problem. There are plenty of friendly folks in the city who will be happy to house you.

Even beyond the things already mentioned, Sheffield is also known for its sports activities. Sheffield is the home of the world’s first-ever football club, Sheffield F.C., which formed in 1857. Among other things, the city also holds the World Snooker Championships.

If you are planning a vacation this year, you really can’t go wrong with Sheffield.

Whether you’ve simply always wanted to see England or are interested in experiencing some culture, Sheffield is a great choice. Though most of us think of London, we may not be ready for the crowds and traffic that come with a visit to Nations capital. Sheffield is a great, clean alternative that will definitely impress you and give you a great first impression of the UK.

There’s no other way to see the world than to travel. The pictures and even videos can only do so much. But traveling has become more or less hard to achieve due to economic reasons. A motorcoach travel then becomes a very good option. This is because a motorcoach travel is economical, friendly, and totally safe for you and the environment.

Why a Motorcoach Travel Is Perfect for a Great Vacation

A motorcoach travel guarantees you one thing: pleasure. You can have the rest of the world with you, without any hassle. All you need to do is to pay for the motor coach, and you can just let the rest of the tour operator to take care everything for you. Here are some more reasons:

1. You don’t need to worry anything about driving. When you avail of a motor coach service, normally, you’re provided with your own driver. This is actually practical and convenient for you since there’s a possibility that you don’t know the rules of the streets. He can also get you to your destination points without the worry of getting lost along the way. Of course, you have a professional driver with a valid license behind the wheels of the motor coach.

2. You can actually save some money. Finances will always be one of the major concerns when you’re traveling, and surprisingly, a motor coach is a more practical mode of transport than cars and, most of all, airplanes. This is because they are known for their fuel efficiency. The coaches, moreover, are properly maintained or fine-tuned. There are lesser possibilities of any car breakdowns, which could be additional expense for you and your family. Most of all, you can choose to have one bus for all 30 to even more than 50 passengers. That’s a lot cheaper than hiring several cars for all of you.

3. Motor coaches are very safe. Do you know that a motorcoach travel is a lot safer than airplanes, ships, and cars? This is proven by statistics reports of different safety administration offices all over the world. This could be because they are a lot bigger and sturdier. The impact during head-on collision is less felt when you’re riding on a bus than inside your car.

4. Motor coaches are friendly to the environment. As mentioned, these types of transport make use of the fuel efficiently. They also don’t give off harmful gases to the environment. This way, you can enjoy the sceneries while being a more responsible citizen of your country.

5. You can have the sights all throughout the trip. A motorcoach travel makes the trip worthwhile. Since you can leave all your worries to the driver, all you need to do is to absorb everything that you can possibly see. You can also relax if there are no exciting things happening, chat with your co-passengers, or watch a movie. There are a lot of things that a motorcoach travel can do for you even when you’re on the road.

Azt hogy vége,nagyon könnyű kimondani. Okkal,vagy netán ok nélkül?! Nem tudom! Csak azt hogy mindenki megérdemel még egy esélyt,én nem! Eljátszottam,nem gondolotam azt hogy amit csinálok,azzal másnak fájdalmat okozok.

Mert bizony,ha nem figyel oda az ember azokra akiket igazán szeret,hamar egyedül marad.. Higgyétek el nekem!

Szeresd azokat akik szeretnek téged,és foglalkozz is velük,és legyél olyan ami szerinted jó! Én kipróbáltam egy olyan viselkedési formát ,ami nekem nagyon tetszett,de másoknak nemigazán,ezért elvesztettem pár olyan embert akiket TISZTA SZÍVBŐL SZERETEK! Mindíg legyél önmagad,legyél egy szeretnivaló kis majom,ne légy nagyképű,mert megjárod te is.Én tanultam a hibámból,még egyszer nem szeretnék hibázni!

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Too many people leave the job of taking care of their skin until it is too late, speaking from a beauty standpoint. When wrinkles, age spots, irremovable eczema patches and sagging skin are staring back at you from the mirror, you have already passed the point of no return and if you want to change what you see, you will have to resort to drastic measures.

The time to begin a skin care regime is now, before those wrinkles take over, before your cheeks are sagging and before you look like you remember your grandmother looking! Putting off skin care is no better than putting off quitting smoking or exercising, so if you care about your health you need to realise that today is the day you can prevent unwanted skin conditions!

Most skin problems are rooted in one of two things: improper daily routines and poor diet. Both of these factors are easily put right, assuming that you have the willpower to succeed with your skin care plan and retain that youthful exuberance.

First, stop for a moment and consider the way you have been treating not only your skin, but your entire body. Have you been eating well, incorporating whole grains, fruits, vegetables, healthy oils and pulses into your diet? Or have you been lazy when it comes to cooking, usually calling out for take out or heating up a packaged dinner?

What about when it comes to hygiene, are you usually structured about washing and caring for you skin? If you have not been doing your best to take care of the whole of your body, your skin will suffer in the long run. If you want to protect it from the effects of aging, you will need to make some lifestyle changes.
Foremost, your diet needs seeing to. You know full well which foods are good for you and which are not, so stop making excuses and throw out all the junk in your cupboards.

No more junk food, hydrogenated fats, processed sugars or microwave dinners for you! From now on when you go to the grocery store, head directly for the fresh produce section and stay there until you have selected as many different colours of vegetables and fruits as you can. Pigmentation represents different vitamin and mineral contents in the foods, so have fun with the shopping and be sure to load up on the fresh stuff. Next, get yourself some brown and wild rice, whole grain pastas and granary bread.

Vitamins are essential for all the chemical reactions that occur inside your body, and without them you will have a difficult time digesting your foods and extracting energy from them. Fibre is important for bodily cleansing and once you maximise your intake you will notice great improvement in the condition of your skin.

Once you have paid due attention to your diet, it is time to think about the way you topically treat your skin. Harsh soaps are to be avoided, because they strip natural oils from your skin and leave it dry, itchy and flaky. Select a PH balanced soap, and be sure to wash your face at least twice a day. Keeping your skin free of grime and bacteria will ensure that you develop fewer imperfections that can scar and look embarrassing. After cleansing, apply a rich moisturiser that will lock the water into your skin cells and stand up against sagging, wrinkling and other signs of aging.

Skin care is simple, but it starts from the inside out. Today is the day to start caring for your skin, so stop putting it off! Tomorrow may be a day too late.

A year ago today, my life was amazing.  Not that it’s not great now, but a year ago today, I was asked out.  And I had a boyfriend.  My first and only one so far.  If someone had told me a year ago today that I would have dated him and that he would break up with me, and I would secretly love him, well, I’d tell them that they were crazy.  I wouldn’t believe them because a year ago today, things were better.  I admit, I made a mistake in accepting his courtship, but still, I don’t regret that mistake.  I wish I could say that I regret loving him still, but I cannot say that I do.  I wish I could say that I didn’t want him to hug me, or to even ask me how I was doing, but to do so would be a dirty lie.  No doubt he’s probably visited my blog by now.  This does not bother me in the slightest.  I don’t care if people think me stupid for this.  I don’t care if I am stupid for this.  There is a reason for this.  I don’t know what it is, but I know that in the end, glory will be given to God.  Somehow, I think that today will be a good day despite how happy it was a year ago.  Maybe today, our friendship will be strengthened.  Maybe today, he will ask the girl of his dreams to date him and she will accept, and he’ll be happy beyond belief again.  Maybe today our friendship won’t feel forced.  Maybe today… He’ll ask how I’m doing.  I refuse to let this day be terrible.  Just because it would have a year today doesn’t mean anything.  All that it means is that then was not the time.  Maybe never is the time.  If that’s so, then so be it.  Who am I to mess with the plans of God?  Maybe today, God will show me why he’s in my life.  Maybe today… I’ll see something that I never saw before… who knows?  I don’t want to go at this day with a bad attitude.  I don’t want to avoid him today.  That would be stupid.  It’s not right to do that.  I will be an adult in this situation.  I will make a point to talk to him.  I will say at least something to him.  I don’t know what.  But I will look at him, say it to his face, and brace myself for the impact.  Nothing negative, and never my darkest secret.  But, something pleasant.  Something that will make him smile.  I want to make him smile, is that too weird of a request?  Make him laugh, make him say something stupid that makes other people laugh.  Anything.  Just a positive result, that’s all I could ask for.  God grant this for me, I pray.  I don’t want to mess this day up.  It was a happy day last year, and by golly, this year it’s going to be happy as well.  Maybe not as happy as last year, but happy nonetheless.  I am not going to hide in my room all day.  I am not going to back down.  I am not going to be a baby about this.  I will be an adult, and I will show him that his friendship is more important to me than a lot of things.  If he never dates me again, I’ll be all right with that, as long as he remains my friend.  Every time I try to get this boy out of my life, he seems to get burried deeper into it.  I tried to push him out completely, but that didn’t work.  God’s got him here for a reason and I want to embrace it fully.  Even if that means that I never embrace him again.  I mean this with all of my heart.  I love him too much to lose him………..  but I love him so much that if I have to, I will let go, and I will be happy for him.  Because he deserves happiness in his life more than many people who have it.

Είναι φορές που λες πως η ζωή προχωράει. Πως τα πράγματα αλλιώς τα σχεδιάζεις και αλλιώς τα βλέπεις να γίνονται μπροστά στα μάτια σου, αλλά είναι εντάξει όλα γιατί είσαι ακόμα ζωντανός, αναπνέεις ακόμα και μπορείς ακόμα και ακούς τους ήχους της νύχτας.

Απαλύνεις τον πόνο σου όπως μπορείς. Τα ρίχνεις στους Θεούς, καταριέσαι τον κόσμο, κρατάς κακία στα πάντα ή αλλες πάλι φορές συγχωρείς και νιώθεις το βάρος του μίσους προς όλα και όλους να φεύγει για λίγο από πάνω σου.

Υπάρχουν όμως και μερικές ώρες, μερικές μέρες και νύχτες που απλά γεμίζουν τα πνευμόνια σου με μια παραπανίσια ανάσα. Δεν ξέρεις γιατί και δεν ξέρεις πως. Τη μια στιγμή είσαι -φαινομενικά- καλά και την άλλη όχι. Μια φωτογραφία, μια ανάμνηση, μια στιγμή σπάει την εύθραυστη ψευτο-ισορροπία που νομίζεις πως κουμαντάρεις.

Γεμίζει το μυαλό σου με εικόνες, με απορίες και ερωτηματικά, σαν να μπαίνουν μέσα τα νερά της παλίρροιας και να πλημμυρίζουν το κεφάλι σου, σα να βρέχονται όλες οι υπόλοιπες σκέψεις σου από μια μοναδική ανάμνηση.

Και τότε, όταν η παλίρροια επιστρέφει, δεν υπάρχει καμιά σκέψη που να μπορεί να σε παρηγορήσει.

Δε ρωτάς πια γιατί. Δε σε νοιάζει το ποιός φταίει. Δε σε ενδιαφέρει ο κόσμος και οι ηλίθιες ατάκες παρηγοριάς του.

Σε νοιάζει πως σου έμειναν μονάχα φωτογραφίες, αναμνήσεις και στιγμές. Σε πονάει που δε θα υπάρξουν άλλες. Και δεν είναι καινούργιος πόνος – είναι ένας πόνος που έχεις συνηθίσει, έχεις μάθει να συγκρατείς υπό κανονικές συνθήκες, με άλλα λόγια δε νιώθεις διαφορετικά. Απλά συνειδητοποιείς ξαφνικά τις “υποχωρήσεις” που έχεις κάνει και πως τα μοναδικά πράγματα που έχεις πια είναι μερικές μονάχα στιγμές αποτυπωμένες σε χαρτί και μερικές άλλες αποτυπωμένες στο μυαλό. Τίποτα λιγότερο και τίποτα περισσότερο.

Νιώθεις πως σε έκλεψαν. Πως σου πήραν πράγματα – όχι υλικά, όχι αξίας χρηματικής – που δε μπορείς να είσαι “εντάξει” χωρίς αυτά, αλλά σου είπανε να σκάσεις και να μάθεις χωρίς αυτά. Και εσύ θες να φωνάξεις, να ουρλιάξεις πως αυτά τα πράγματα ήταν τα μοναδικά που πραγματικά είχες, πως στα είχανε υποσχεθεί, πως αυτοί ήταν οι όροι του παιχνιδιού. Αλλά και να το κάνεις, δε θα σε ακούσει κανείς…

Και γεμίζουν τα πνευμόνια σου ξανά με άλλη μια παραπανίσια ανάσα  – αναπνέεις πια για δύο αλλά ζεις για έναν.

Και έπειτα μαζεύεις τον εαυτό σου. Τον μαλώνεις που αφέθηκε ξανά και του λες πως “η ζωή προχωράει, πως τα πράγματα αλλιώς τα σχεδιάζεις και αλλιώς τα βλέπεις να γίνονται μπροστά στα μάτια σου, αλλά είναι εντάξει γιατί είσαι ακόμα ζωντανός, αναπνέεις ακόμα και μπορείς ακόμα και ακούς τους ήχους της νύχτας”.

Έτσι δε σου λένε άλλωστε όλοι; Για να το λένε, 2+2 μπορεί να κάνει τελικά 5. Για να το λένε…

Και με αυτό το παραμύθι, σε παίρνει ο ύπνος.

Κατεβάζεις ασφάλειες για να αποφύγεις την αύξηση της τάσης, ακόμα και εκεί που δεν περνάει πλέον ρεύμα.

Και είσαι καλά και απόψε.

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Θεοδοσία Τσάτσου – Που Να ‘Σαι Τώρα

(Περνάνε όλα βιαστικά και με παρασέρνουν
Βασανισμένη μου καρδιά, μακριά μου σε παίρνει
Συνήθιζα να προσπερνάω, μα τώρα θυμάμαι
Τα πιο μικρά σου μυστικά, και να που φοβάμαι
Να μάθω τώρα να γελάω, να μάθω να χάνω,
να μάθω να σ’ αναζητάω, και να μη σε φτάνω

Πού να ‘σαι τώρα πού γυρνάς
γύρισε πίσω
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Lately when listening to music i keep finding myself composing imaginary mixtapes, be it about things, with a theme, to describe a point in my life or for people. All i keep doing is thinking, yes this one definitely. I think of getting out my blank tapes, sitting there with the cd’s, records, mp3’s and meticulously putting together these aural scrapbooks for you to sink into, i would even draw a paper cover, cut and paste the lyrics and maybe a book  of things to accompany the music. Then i take a breath and think, what if i put the songs in the wrong order, miss one out, find one even better too late to add. How will i collect all those little melodies and find them in time to pin them down on the one tape. Do you have a tape player? Will you get all i am trying to say through everyone elses words because my voice isn’t brave enough to speak them in my own awkward way. I watch High Fidelity, and i get even more confused about the rules of a mix tape, i think mine could never be good enough, just some childish attempt at showing i care, and how can you expect one reel of tape to hold all that you can’t. Now i am just going in over thinking circles about something that is essentially just not that big a deal in the grand scheme of things. I’ve lost the train of verbal vomit so here are just a couple of songs i wish i could have locked down on a tape i was coming up with the other day….

Sarah Blasko – For You [the song that started it all off]
I’ve learnt a lot about you
In turn much about me too
I travelled across the sea
I wept for you

Emotions run deep
Between us friend
The time will come
For us again

We’re tired, we’re tired now
This ship almost ran a ground
We’ll lie and rest now
I’ll dream of you

Emotions run deep
Between good friends
But I do believe
In us again

I’ve heard, I’ve heard it said
That love, real love has no end
A cup overflowing now
I will believe, I must believe

Florence and The Machine – Drumming Song [mistaken stumble amazed me]

There’s a drumming noise inside my head
That starts when you’re around
I swear that you could hear it
It makes such an all mighty sound

There’s a drumming noise inside my head
That throws me to the ground
I swear that you should hear it
It makes such an all mighty sound

Louder than sirens
Louder than bells
Sweeter than heaven
And hotter than hell

I ran to a tower where the church bells chime
I hoped that they would clear my mind
They left a ringing in my ear
But that drum’s beating loud and clear

Louder than sirens
Louder than bells
Sweeter than heaven
And hotter than hell

Louder than sirens
Louder than bells
Sweeter than heaven
And hotter than hell

Louder than sirens
Louder than bells
Sweeter than heaven
And hotter than hell

As I move my feet towards your body
I can hear this beat it fills my head up
And gets louder and louder
It fills my head up and gets louder and louder

I run to the river and dive straight in
I pray that the water will drown out the din
But as the water fills my mouth
It couldn’t wash the echoes out
But as the water fills my mouth
It couldn’t wash the echoes out

I swallow the sound and it swallows me whole
Till there’s nothing left inside my soul
As empty as that beating drum
But the sound has just begun

As I move my feet towards your body
I can hear this beat it fills my head up
And gets louder and louder
It fills my head up and gets louder and louder

There’s a drumming noise inside my head
That starts when you’re around
I swear that you could hear it
It makes such an all mighty sound

There’s a drumming noise inside my head
That starts when you’re around
I swear that you could hear it
It makes such an all mighty sound

Louder than sirens
Louder than bells
Sweeter than heaven
And hotter than hell

Louder than sirens
Louder than bells
Sweeter than heaven
And hotter than hell

As I move my feet towards your body
I can hear this beat it fills my head up
And gets louder and louder
It fills my head up and gets louder and louder

Death Cab For Cutie – I Will Possess Your Heart [creepy stalker song maybe? beautifully sounding though]

How I wish you could see the potential,
the potential of you and me.
It’s like a book elegantly bound but,
in a language that you can’t read.
Just yet.

You gotta spend some time, Love.
You gotta spend some time with me.
And I know that you’ll find, love
I will possess your heart.
You gotta spend some time, Love.
You gotta spend some time with me.
And I know that you’ll find, love
I will possess your heart.

There are days when outside your window
I see my reflection as I slowly pass,
and I long for this mirrored perspective
when we’ll be lovers, lovers at last.

You gotta spend some time, Love.
You gotta spend some time with me.
And I know that you’ll find, love
I will possess your heart.
You gotta spend some time, Love.
You gotta spend some time with me.
And I know that you’ll find, love
I will possess your heart.
I will possess your heart.
I will possess your heart.

You reject my… advances… and desperate pleas…
I won’t let you… let me down… so easily.
So easily.

You gotta spend some time, Love.
You gotta spend some time with me.
And I know that you’ll find, love
I will possess your heart.
You gotta spend some time, Love.
You gotta spend some time with me.
And I know that you’ll find, love
I will possess your heart.
You gotta spend some time, Love.
You gotta spend some time with me.
And I know that you’ll find, love
I will possess your heart.
I will possess your heart.
I will possess your heart.

These next three i just couldn’t choose between, i am sure at a later date i could as i feel it is not right to have more than the one song per band, however how to choose….

Bright Eyes – False Advertising

On a string I was held.
The way that I move, can you tell?
My actions are orchestrated from above.
So I swing and I sway.
Wave my hand. Kick my leg.
And it is always right with the music.
“Until all that swaying starts to make you sick”
For a song I was bought.
Now I lie when I talk with a careful eye on the cue card.
Onto a stage, I was pushed with my sorrow well rehearsed.
So give me all your pity and your money. Now.
“We used to think that sound was something pure”
If I could act like this was my real life and not some cage where I’ve been placed,
then, I could tell you the truth like I used to and not be afraid of sounding fake.
Now all that anyone is listening for are the mistakes.
In a house, by myself, I hear the ice start to melt and watch rooftops weep for the sunlight.
And I know what must change. Fuck my face. Fuck my name.
They are brief and false advertisements for a soul I don’t have.
Something true I have lacked and spent my whole life trying to make up for.
But I found in a song and in the people I love.
They will lift me up out of darkness.
Now my door stands open. I am inviting everyone in.
We’re gonna laugh, we’re gonna drink until the morning comes.
That is what we are going to do.

Bright Eyes – Bowl Of Oranges

The rain, it started tapping on the window near my bed. There was a loophole in my dreaming,
so I got out of it. And to my surprise my eyes were wide and already open.
Just my nightstand and my dresser where those nightmares had just been.
So I dressed myself and left then, out into the gray streets.
But everything seemed different and completely new to me.
The sky, the trees, houses, buildings, even my own body.
And each person I encountered, I couldn’t wait to meet.
I came upon a doctor who appeared in quite poor health.
I said “{I am terribly sorry but} there is nothing I can do for you
{that} you can’t do for yourself.”
He said “Oh yes you can. Just hold my hand. I think that would help.”
So I sat with him a while and then I asked him how he felt.
He said, “I think I’m cured. No, in fact, I’m sure.
Thank you Stranger, for your therapeutic smile.”
So that is how I learned the lesson that everyone is alone.
And your eyes must do some raining if you are ever going to grow.
But when crying don’t help and you can’t compose yourself.
It is best to compose a poem, an honest verse of longing or simple song of hope.
That is why I’m singing…
Baby don’t worry cause now I got your back. And every time you feel like crying,
I’m gonna try and make you laugh. And if I can’t, if it just hurts too bad,
then we will wait for it to pass and I will keep you company
through those days so long and black.
And we’ll keep working on the problem we know we’ll never solve
Of Love’s uneven remainders, our lives are fractions of a whole.
But if the world could remain within a frame like a painting on a wall.
Then I think we would see the beauty.
Then we would stand staring in awe at our still lives posed like a bowl of oranges,
like a story told by the fault lines and the soil.

Bright Eyes – You Will. You? Will. You? Will. You? Will

Well you say that I treat you like a book on a shelf.
I don’t take you out that often ’cause I know that I’ve completed you
and that’s why you are here.
That is the reason you stay here.
How awful that must feel.
You said you would be my dream. I could have you every night
and if, by morning, I had forgotten you, well, no big deal, it would be all right
’cause you are the reoccurring kind.
You are the reoccurring kind.
You never really leave my mind.
Are you the love of my lifetime? ‘Cause there have been times I have had my doubts.
We were just kids when I first kissed you in the attic of my parents house,
and I wish we were there now.
It took so long to figure out
what this book has been about.
Now I write when I’m away letters that you never read.
You said go to explore those other women,
the geography of their bodies
but there is just one map you’ll need.
You are a boomerang. You’ll see.
You will return to me.
You will. You? Will. You? Will. You? Will. You? Will. You? Will. You? Will.
You? Will. You? Will. You? Will. You? Will. You? Will. You? Will. You? Will.
‘Cause if you don’t, then this book is all lies.
If you don’t, then my plans would all be ruined.
If you don’t, I’ll start drinking like the way I drank before.
And I just wont have a future anymore.
Clearly i would make the creepiest stalker type mixes that you would find in your letterbox and think, “is some one watching me, are they crazy” or maybe it’s just those songs lately, and i am sure many more to come. 

milk+apples

Have a wonderful day,enjoy every moment and…

My hand quakes as this I pen

My heart thumping heavily again

My thoughts racing from place to place

My mind’s eye drunken from your face

How much I long to tell you this

How often your tender embrace I miss

How many times I imagine your hands

How I long to touch a single hair strand

But never can I divulge to you

But for fear of what you may do

But still my love for you grows

But alas, you can never know

I must confess in secrecy then

I love you more than any man

I wish to tell you this, my dear

I cannot though because I’m riddled with fear

For if you knew of this secret dark

For if you could hear my heart lark

For I know that if truth be told

I would lose my friend of old

Mix some oatmeal and honey, put it on your face and wear it as a mask for 20 minutes before rinsing off. Or perhaps you would prefer the scrub on your drugstore shelf that includes oatmeal or some kind of oatmeal derivative?

The same can be said for honey. When it comes right down to it, what is better for you? Should you simply reach for the lemons and cucumbers in your refrigerator or do you want to use a moisturizer that has lemon and cucumber extracts?

The age old question of whether you should do it yourself when it comes to skin care, or if you should simply go out and buy products that offer you organic ingredients has been in debate for some time. After all, why would it matter if a product uses something you already have in your kitchen?

While each side is going to fight for why their decision is the best, it is important to remember one thing; the company making the product has experienced scientists working for them. These specialists understand better than we do what is contained in organic items such as green tea or beeswax. They are better able to isolate the components in organic plants and such in order to make the most out of them or find ways of making them more potent.

Just recently the claim has been made that shiitake mushrooms have many benefits for your skin, but would you have ever thought to go out and make a pulp out of shiitake mushrooms and plaster it all over your face? Do you even think that would work?

The point is that companies have people who know how to get the best benefits from organic materials. They have methods of obtaining extracts from things that might not help us otherwise. Sure, you could cut open a cucumber and pop a few slices on your eyes to get the fresh feeling they provide, but a scientist working with a cucumber can find the correct liquid that will help even out your skin tone.

Once they find the specific benefits that materials have to offer, they can combine them with other ingredients in order to enhance them or simply give you more advantages within a single bottle. A moisturizer may contain shea butter, cucumber extract, sweet almond oil, and grape seed extract all at once in order for you to reap the benefits of moister skin, antioxidants, moisture retention, and even skin tone. You would have to do a great deal of work to get the same ingredients, and it is doubtful you could find everyday average plants and materials to get the same results that single moisturizer could bring you.

There are times when there are exceptions to this concept. For example, jojoba oil on its own can be extremely effective as there are no important things to be extracted from it, and rather it is better off in its entirety. Companies that use jojoba oil usually use the oil as it is and simply add it as an ingredient to enhance their products, so you could get away with using straight jojoba oil if you did not want to bother with any extra manufactured ingredients. However, overall you would be better off finding good organic products to use.

You can always use both home remedies as well as manufactured products, especially if you have found a routine that works very well for you and your skin. There is no reason for you to choose one side; your focus should be on your skin and the best way you can keep your skin healthy, whether you do it yourself or get a little professional help from the shelf.

Idéias como essa deve ser propagada, com certeza o planeta vai agradecer.

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