June 2016 – Page 3

June 4, 2016June 4, 2016

RIP #Muhammad Ali, ‘The Greatest of All Time’, Dead at 74

“Float like a butterfly, Sting like a bee” Muhammad Ali, the 3 times world heavyweight boxing champion died on June 3, 2016 at the age of 74 after suffering from parkinson.

Bio.

Muhammad Ali born Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr., January 17, 1942 – June 3, 2016 was an American professional boxer, generally considered the greatest heavyweight in the history of the sport. Early in his career, Ali was known for being an inspiring, controversial and polarizing figure both inside and outside the boxing ring. He is one of the most recognized sports figures of the past 100 years, crowned “Sportsman of the Century” by Sports Illustrated and “Sports Personality of the Century” by the BBC. He also wrote several best-selling books about his career, including The Greatest: My Own Story and The Soul of a Butterfly.

Ali, originally known as Cassius Clay, began training at 12 years old. At the age of 22, he won the world heavyweight championship from Sonny Liston in a stunning upset in 1964. Shortly after that, Ali joined the Nation of Islam and changed his name. He converted to Sunni Islam in 1975, and then to Sufism in 2005.

In 1967, three years after winning the heavyweight title, Ali refused to be conscripted into the U.S. military, citing his religious beliefs and opposition to American involvement in the Vietnam War. He was eventually arrested and found guilty on draft evasion charges and stripped of his boxing title. He did not fight again for nearly four years—losing a time of peak performance in an athlete’s career. Ali’s appeal worked its way up to the U.S. Supreme Court where, in 1971, his conviction was overturned. Ali’s actions as a conscientious objector to the war made him an icon for the larger counterculture generation

Ali remains the only three-time lineal world heavyweight champion; he won the title in 1964, 1974, and 1978. Between February 25, 1964 and September 19, 1964 Muhammad Ali reigned as the undisputed heavyweight boxing champion.

Nicknamed “The Greatest”, Ali was involved in several historic boxing matches. Notable among these were the first Liston fight, three with rival Joe Frazier, and “The Rumble in the Jungle” with George Foreman, in which he regained titles he had been stripped of seven years earlier.

At a time when most fighters let their managers do the talking, Ali, inspired by professional wrestler “Gorgeous” George Wagner, thrived in—and indeed craved—the spotlight, where he was often provocative and outlandish. He controlled most press conferences and interviews, and spoke freely about issues unrelated to boxing. Ali transformed the role and image of the African American athlete in America by his embrace of racial pride and his willingness to antagonize the white establishment in doing so. In the words of writer Joyce Carol Oates, he was one of the few athletes in any sport to “define the terms of his public reputation”.

Heavyweight championship

1964

February 25, 1964, against reigning heavyweight champion Sonny Liston (1932-1970). In the ring after the fight, the new champ roared, “I am the greatest!”

1974

October 30, 1974, against heavyweight champion George Foreman in Kinshasa, Zaire.

1978

September 15, 1978, Ali defeated Leon Spinks in a unanimous 15-round decision to reclaim the heavyweight crown and become the first fighter to win the world heavyweight boxing title three times.

Famous quotes by the legend Muhammad Ali

Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee. His hands can’t hit what his eyes can’t see. Now you see me, now you don’t. George thinks he will, but I know he won’t.
Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.
Don’t count the days; make the days count.
If my mind can conceive it, and my heart can believe it—then I can achieve it.
It’s hard to be humble when you’re as great as I am.
If you even dream of beating me you’d better wake up and apologise.
Braggin’ is when a person says something and can’t do it. I do what I say.
I am the greatest, I said that even before I knew I was.
Only a man who knows what it is like to be defeated can reach down to the bottom of his soul and come up with the extra ounce of power it takes to win when the match is even.
I should be a postage stamp. That’s the only way I’ll ever get licked.
He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life.
A man who views the world the same at 50 as he did at 20 has wasted 30 years of his life.
I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.’
I’ve wrestled with alligators. I’ve tussled with a whale. I done handcuffed lightning. And throw thunder in jail.
It’s just a job. Grass grows, birds fly, waves pound the sand. I beat people up.

Rest in Peace #Muhammad Ali, you are truly “The Greatest”.

June 4, 2016June 2, 2016

Why you Should Hire a Professional Moving Company

There is a great way you can handle all your moving needs, but not all ways are the same. When it comes down to it you can do a lot of the work by yourself, but the truth is you will have a lot to gain by using a professional service instead. The following will explain the way you can handle this and why hiring a professional moving company will be a really good idea:

They possess experience

Experience is one major factor when it comes to being able to execute a successful house moving process. A lot of movers out there are trained to provide a service that handles personal belongings in a way that allows it to be a safer job. Your smaller items will be boxed carefully; your larger furniture will be secured alongside appliances as well. Once your items have been safely moved into a new residence your possessions will be carefully carried inside and unpacked if that is your wish. Chances are your entire move will be a fast, smooth and trouble-free relocation work that will be done in an efficient way, something a whole lot more efficient than what you would be able to handle alone.

Speed and efficiency

Movers will often pride themselves on being very efficient and saving their clients a lot of effort and time in the process. With the tight schedules most people need to keep, the speed offered by moving companies will be something you can count on to make the move on time and as you see fit.

Reliability

Unless you happened to run out of luck and you felt into the hands of some really bad movers, taking advantage of what a real mover has to offer will be a great and trustworthy option you can work with. When you agree to hire the movers your specific needs will be covered, but you will need to have a bill of lading at all costs, meaning a moving agreement between you and the moving company in question. Make sure you carefully read everything in it to ensure you have a thorough understanding of the process involved and how it will move on once the big day arrives. This document will be the paper trail proving your moving company has reached an agreement with you on a date and transportation of your items, handling them to a new address.

Safety and more

Safety is one crucial element of the job that is needed to maintain how your needs will be covered and your items will be kept from harm. Hiring an experienced team of movers means you will ensure the safety of your items and the safety of yourself during the process, not having to lift a finger to make it happen. Experienced professional movers will understand exactly what is needed to make your possibly bumpy ride into something that works out quite nicely in the long run. With the experience they possess they will have a chance to handle it all in a way that is most beneficial to you and what you need in the long run. The other thin you will need to keep in mind is that the movers will possess the physical strength and ability to handle the task, so you won’t have to handle all the heavy objects yourself. The moving crew will also be aware of the many safety techniques during the task to avoid injuries, something you will likely not be aware of due to lack of experience in moving.

June 3, 2016June 2, 2016

Hiking with Infants, Toddlers and Children

Once you were free and single and you loved romping up hills and mountains. Then you got married and children arrived. Has your walking and hiking become a distant memory?

Don’t let it and you should just take your kids hiking with you!

Ok so hiking with infants on mountains may not be a good idea, but you can take them on country walks and start to build up their legs and stamina and instill them with a love and enthusiasm for the great outdoors which will stay with them for all their life!

So How Should You Start?

If your children are about 2 or so years old and have been “toddling” for a while make the walk sound exciting and have a target destination such as a local animal farm, recreation park or local woods etc.

Choose a good weather day and take along or buy some treats on the way for them.

Don’t try and go too far or too fast and take their pram or buggy with you in case they become tired and upset.

Initially a stroll to the local shop or shops on good pavements or level grass will help you judge their ability especially if they are very young.

In the countryside point out birds and animals and different plants.

Let them collect leaves, acorns and small stones etc.

When hiking with infants keep a close watch on them at all times and stay close to them.

Do this once or twice per week as part of your quality time with them and gradually extend the distance.

Older children say 4 and 5 years old…

Expand on the above ideas and gradually extend the length and time of each walk.

Use local footpaths and forest tracks where the terrain undulates and they can scramble over tree roots and boulders or even paddle through very small and shallow streams. Keep close to them when you are near any water.

Encourage them to carry their own small backpack with their own food and water in.

At this age they will be full of energy and you can build them up to hikes of say 3 or 4 miles or so depending on their age and ability. You will be surprised how far they walk and run but you must try and keep it interesting for them.

Sometimes they may wish to bring a friend along but remember that you are then responsible for both (or all) of them. As their stamina builds up you will be able to take them on more hilly walks and into different new areas. Thus, it is best fro you to choose good weather days.

Clothing and Footwear

At first their normal clothes will suffice as you will hopefully have chosen good weather days. However depending on the time of year and the weather conditions they will need a warm and shower proof coat, gloves and a hat. As they develop you can upgrade their walking gear to include a waterproof gore-tex jacket and overtrousers. Look at online store for secondhand gear as young children will quickly grow out of anything you buy for them.

Child footwear is more important. When they first start to walk buy good leather and lightweight hiking boots for normal wear (infants walking shoes) and avoid having to buy them “trainers” for as long as possible!

Therefore for the first couple of years of walking they can wear good fitting leather shoes and in bad conditions.

However when they are ready for longer walks over hills you should buy leather boots for them, such as Brashers. Again look at online store for secondhand boots as they will quickly grow out of them.

June 2, 2016June 3, 2016

Cairo, a Treasure-trove of Historical Heritages

The Greater Cairo region is at the heart of Egypt and features countless ancient landmarks and thrilling sights to see. The center of the region is the vast city of Cairo, situated on the East side of the Nile. The city of Cairo has a population of over 16 million, making it the largest city in the whole Arab world and Middle East. On the other side of the Nile is Giza, where an hour away from central Cairo the famous Pyramids and Sphinx are located. There are other cities and districts in Greater Cairo, but Cairo and Giza are the main attractions.

Transportation and Accommodation

The best way to get around Cairo is by metro, because the traffic is very congested. The metro is cheap and fast, and it features both air-conditioned and unconditioned trains. However, in some cases it is necessary to take a bus or taxi to get to places the metro doesn’t reach.

In terms of accommodation, there are many options with prices ranging from $100 a month to $1000 a day. If you’re planning on staying for months, you can rent a lower quality flat outside the city center for a very low price, or you can find nicer places in the city center that cost from hundreds to thousands of dollars a month. Hostel rooms, even in the center of Cairo, can easily be found for as little as $8 a day, while comfortable and spacious hotel rooms can be found for prices as low as $30.

Things to Do and Sights to See

Once your accommodation is settled, there are a great variety of things to do and sights to see. The most obvious places to go are the museums and monuments. The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, featuring mummies and countless other artifacts, is enough to keep one busy for days. The Pyramids, the Sphinx, and other ancient sites in Giza are an obvious must-see, and you can intersperse your visits to them with some fun camel and horse riding in the open desert of Giza.

Back in Cairo proper, there is the Citadel of Cairo, a medieval citadel dating from the time of the crusades, where you can visit some famous mosques and the National Military Museum. To the Northeast of central Cairo is the second oldest Islamic university in the world, al-Azhar University. There is also the famous Khan el-Khalili bazaar, a bustling marketplace located in a medieval mausoleum. Adjacent to the bazaar is a very significant Muslim religious site, the Al-Hussein mosque, where the head of Muhammad’s grandson Husayn is said to be buried.

Besides the many Islamic sites, Cairo also has an extensive Coptic Christian heritage. Within the Coptic Cairo area is the Babylon Fortress, an ancient Roman fortress that now has several Coptic churches within in its grounds. It also contains the Coptic Museum, which features a vast array of artifacts and art. Also in Coptic Cairo is the Ben Ezra Synagogue, where baby Moses is said to have been found by the Pharaoh’s daughter.

For a break from sightseeing, there are a variety of cultural activities such as concerts, operas and clubs. Cairo is very active at night and there is no shortage of activities at any hour, although it is safer not to stay out too late.

Food and Tips
For food, there are many restaurants, markets and vendors all around the city. In the wealthier areas such as central Cairo there are a variety of restaurants, ranging from luxurious traditional Egyptian restaurants to juice bars and all sorts of international cuisine. There is food to be found everywhere, so if your tastes are not picky there will usually be something to eat within a block or two. Fruit, vegetable and bread vendors are located all over, and their prices are much lower than one finds in Western countries. Many vendors have price signs for their produce, so as long as you can read Arabic numbers you should be safe from being charged more than locals.

Although Cairo’s people are generally kind and friendly, there are also cheats, pickpockets and thieves in the city. You should always leave your valuables in a safe place and carry as little as possible in your pockets. People in Cairo do not usually carry wallets with them, and you should not either if you can help it. It is safer to only carry as much money as you need for a particular outing, and to stay away from the poorer parts of Cairo.

June 1, 2016June 1, 2016

Edible and Spicy Flowers that Can Used In Decoration of Food

Vibrant color decoration on the top gives the platter an extra special look. Here we are going to add more spice and decoration into your food. Yes, Now you can use edible flowers for decoration and get the amazing taste never tested before. They are not so nice in flavor, but have some extra kick that touches to your tongue. It has something unusual taste, you will never forget. Here we are going to invite you to look at the flowers you can use for preparing a nice decoration on food.

Thyme flowers

The Thyme flower has an extra kick of spice and dense flavor used to décor the savory dishes. You can use white, pink or purple color flower for decor. You can also make tiny pieces of flower and adorn this on rice or millet dishes. It has a spicy flavor can be used in soup for fighting cold and cough. Send flowers , it is the most affordable and unique gift you can send from our online gift shop.

Nasturtium

It’s a hot after-tasting flower. It’s bright and golden petals are used to décor the soups and salads. People can eat it just like that for getting the same taste of spicy pickle. Like lettuce or tomatoes you can use this flower in the sandwich to add more flavors.

Garlic chives

Garlic chive is coming from the garlic society. It is available in different white, pink and purple shades. It can be easily mixed in making sandwiches. It tastes good while mixing with yellow mustard flowers. You can add it into spring roll or kale salads for getting amazing after-taste.

Wild mustard

Mustard flowers are yellowish in color. It has a little spicy flavor. It is a simple but very useful in remedy in treating sinus and lungs problems. Its petal can be scattered in all types of savory dishes. You can use it as a decorating in salad and soups. It has a nice season and taste to top on the bread, garlic toast, corn bread or any kind of potato dish.

Wild radish

Such a nice and useful wild radish can be eaten or decorated on the savory dishes. Once you taste it, it will become your best edible spicy flower. The advice is just to pick the flower and garnish it on your favorite egg dish. It doesn’t last longer more than one day. It has a good property of improving digestive system and blood flow. It is a power flower which just not enhances the taste of dish but also gives good and healthy benefits after eating it.

Oregano

I think everybody know Oregano taste. Oregano has a unique taste. Clumps of flowers make the soups, salads, garlic bread and pizza tastier than any. Oregano first comes in mind for decorating pita bread sandwiches and hamburgers. For the simple recipe you can mix oregano in butter and use it for a spicy layer on bread. I think in most of the junk foods oregano flavor is used to enhance the taste. Oregano has a nice kick to uplift the mood of the spicy food lovers.

Here is the information about the Flowers that you can eat and at the same time get the healthy benefits too. Our guide is that you never wash the flowers when you pick it, otherwise it will lose its moisture. You can pick the flowers from the farm where cats and dogs are not running. Or you can grow this kind of flower on your garden too. It will be a healthier and tastier dish for serving the best dish for guests and family members too.

June 1, 2016May 23, 2016

How to get white teeth naturally?

Struggling to get that pearl like white teeth back? Well, fret no more, because we have the solution. But to know how to fight with the yellowing of one’s teeth, it is essential that you know what causes it. There are several reasons for the discoloration of your teeth and a major part of it includes your lifestyle choices and obviously, to some extent, your genetics.

The part of your teeth which is apparent to the naked eye is known as enamel, which gives our teeth the white color. Now, there are certain food and drinks which might let the enamel of your teeth decay and thus reveal the yellow dentin. Smoking too can cause discoloration and so on goes the list. To speak of the ways by which you can get back your natural white color, you can always go for artificial methods and end up paying a fortune or you can simply go natural on your teeth. Here are few natural ways to get your white teeth back:

Mix some baking soda with a dash of lemon juice- There is no better thing than this duo. Baking soda or Sodium bicarbonate acts as an abrasive, which removes all the stains from your teeth and the lemon juice is one good, natural, bleach. Thus when you mix these two, put some of this paste on your toothbrush and brush your teeth for about some time and then wash it off, all the stains will be removed and your teeth will turn, comparatively, whiter. Do not overuse this paste on your teeth, because that can damage them severely but try and stick to this, once a week and you will get what you desire.

Apple does keep the doctors away, even the dentist- It is a known fact that crunchy fruits are good for health. So, we have all followed the pattern and started munching those apples left in the fruit bowl. But these apples help you immensely in maintaining the whiteness of your teeth, because they have malic acid, which dissolves all the stains.

Strawberry, baking soda and salt scrub- Strawberry is yummy as it is, but when mixed with salt and baking soda it will work wonders for your teeth. We have already covered the part as to what baking soda does for your teeth and to top it off, the strawberry, which has Vitamin C helps break down the plaque. There is also malic acid present in it, which removes the stain and the salt is the abrasive component which scrubs away the stains, physically.

Neem Leaf Twigs to get white teeth right at home: Considered as the oldest trick for a fuller and bright set of dentals, the neem leaf twigs have been in the scene for a long period of time. In fact before the arrival of these branded toothbrushes with fascinating qualities came on board the twig of this leave was the to-go for the best gum, cavity, and tooth care. It serves the purpose gradually and one can use it by squeezing the juice inside the twigs with the help of the teeth and in spite of using a toothbrush get useful ones from the Mother Nature.