Soyinka’s first work The way it offers him a mirror through which he looks at, critically examines, and laughs at the feeble failings and pretensions of emerging African societies. This is, of course, a very familiar concern in all genres of African literature. Wole Soyinka, therefore, is not out of place to concern himself and […]
Making your own dog treats is becoming popular with dog owners. For those who don’t know how or don’t want to make their own, you can buy homemade treats from people who have their own dog treat business. They make them and attend fairs, festivals, and farmers markets to sell their products. It has become […]
In Peru, one of the oldest traditions is the elaboration of offices, sacred offerings that are made to the spirits of the mountain (Sacred Apus) and to Pachamama (Mother Earth). This practice is meant to bring ayni, or reciprocity, in balance and is an act of deep love. In Peru, this concept of love is […]
If you’re reading this for the first time, you probably don’t know that I’m a lover of personal growth. Not only because of what I have been able to achieve by discovering my own problems and blocks, but because of what I have seen done in other lives! The other day I was reading about […]
One of the biggest costs associated with dog ownership is food. Some expenses are negotiable. Your dog will likely sleep just as comfortably in an old, folded comforter as he does in that expensive memory foam dog bed, but good food is a must. To keep dogs happy and healthy, owners should provide foods made […]
My granddaughters spent the afternoon with me. Haley (8), Alexa (4 1⁄2), and I walked to Lakeside Park near my house to enjoy the beautiful day and “see what we could see.” We strolled through the charming botanical garden. We played Billy Goats Gruff on the bridge (taking turns being the troll). They found fishing […]
Pets are amazing companions and can really make a home feel even more homey. When you choose to have a pet, be it a dog, a cat, or even a fish and other types of pets, you need to find the best ways to care for it. Taking care of pets requires patience and hard […]
Think about how much smoother your life would have been right now if you had been able to overcome your resistance to all the things you didn’t want to feel, do, or think. You know the feeling of resistance, it’s the biting-in-your-heels feeling that gets in the way of just about everything you don’t want […]
“Don’t worry, you’re in good hands.” These were the words of a Swiss doctor who gave me a new hope to survive and thank God, I have survived a massive heart attack. It was a sunny day in February 2003 when I was sitting in my office in Geneva and doing work as usual. Suddenly […]
Since the movie about 101 Dalmatians, this spectacular spotted dog has gained popularity. However, the story of the Dalmatian goes beyond the film. He is also known as “carriage dog” or “fire station dog”. Before the “horseless carriage,” horses were used to pull fire engines, and the dog became a common sight at firehouses across […]