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Why Christmas is Really All About Children
By: Jayne Waldorf | 13/10/2008
It could be said that since it was the birth of a baby as a gift to mankind that gave rise to Christmas, then children should also and always be the primary focus of the season.
Individual families will say they have always put children first and parents will sacrifice seeking...
Bordeaux and the Barbarians
By: Sarah Martin | 11/10/2008
The early prosperity of Bordeaux and the fame it enjoyed under Rome's rule was quickly destroyed when it was invaded. The city was blasted by the Alans, Ilerulians, Sarmatians, and Vandals in 406, which left the city in ruins.
The destruction
The invasion of the city by the Barbarians left...
Why Just Go Green?
By: Michael DeVries | 05/10/2008
It's in vogue for advertisers to tout their green initiatives from how much paper they've saved through online billing and paying systems to recycling, reusing, and replenishing valuable resources.
And, certainly I-ShopTheWorld does not question the integrity of this need to preserve the environment.
We are "green" in that context, for sure,...
The Gift of Fairy Magic
By: John Hill | 05/10/2008
Throughout the world, fairies are known for their timeless beauty and powerful magical gifts. Fairies are believed to be descended from supernatural beings from another world that came to this earth to begin their civilization anew. With so many different stories, legends, myths and tales about fairies, it has become...
My Armageddon - Part II
By: RibOne | 30/09/2008
I hope you managed to catch part I. But don't worry if you missed it, the rest of the story is the most stirring!
Day 10. Thursday 20th March
At 4:45am, a strange time, the Lagos marines were finally discharged from their 'guard' duties and allowed to fly back to their home...
Fun Facts About Christmas
By: Gary Tallon | 27/09/2008
1. Christmas (believe it or not) is not festival celebrating gluttony, drunkeness or consumerism. The festival now often referred to by busy people as 'Xmas' is an annual holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. Jesus of Nazareth (7-2 BC/BCE-26-36 AD/CE), also known as Jesus Christ, is the central...
Bridal Dress Inspirations From Around The World
By: Sue Jackson | 26/09/2008
If you want a truly unique bridal dress on your wedding day, you can look for inspirations from the wedding attire of different cultures. You can veer away from the traditional white gown, the trendy strapless bodice, the long veil, and the seed pearls and embroidery of your peers'...
What is Sustainable Development
By: Marcilio David | 24/09/2008
Sustainable development is a broad concept that refers to meeting the needs of people without hurting the environment. The concept covers meeting economic, environmental and social needs of everyone without hurting anyone or anything in the process.
What is sustainable development? The concept was brought to life and named by The...