Hypothermia can Occur Even in the Tropics. The following information has been gathered and compiled through personal experience while traveling, teaching T’ai Chi, Qi Gong, Chinese Herbal medicine, martial arts and other health related subjects. The article also contains feedback from students and anecdotal information from readers of my columns. The following are my opinions […]
Colds, Flu, Sweats and Vitamin C
Tis the Season, for Colds and Flu. Prevention and Natural Remedies The following information has been gathered and compiled through personal experience while traveling, teaching T’ai Chi, Qi Gong, Chinese Herbal medicine, martial arts and other health related subjects. The article also contains feedback from students and anecdotal information from readers of my columns. The […]
Key Lockerbie Witness Admits Perjury
[They] have eyes to see but do not see, ears to hear but do not hear … –Ezekiel 12:2The Lockerbie Affair has taken yet another extraordinary twist. Last month, I received from Edwin Bollier, head of the Zurich-based company MeBo AG, a copy of a German original of an affidavit. The document is dated July […]
Calling of the Sky (My Poem)
Sky!which ruins have you done in my mind? Why are you calling me in day, at night? Have you floated my mind on your raft of white clouds? Do you let me retire from worldy task now? I will hide wearing your gifted blue dress, That you gave me in the moment of grace. Our […]
Using Armatures in polymer clay sculpture
Armatures serve several useful purposes in free-standing polymer clay sculpture. Firstly, they provide a frame upon which to build the clay. Secondly, they cut down the quantity of clay required so that the resulting sculpture is lighter and bakes thoroughly in a shorter time. Thirdly, they support the sculpture after baking, which is particularly important with the more […]
Cake Lovers!!!
Do you love cakes? If yes, you are in the right place on the right time! Below you will find three cake recipes. I hope you like them. GIPSY CARAVAN CAKE You will need: – A sultana cake, butter weight 1/2 lb., baked in a loaf tin (recipe follows) – 1.5 lb. almond paste – Egg […]