American NFL football is the greatest sport in the world. Many would ask why I think this. The Gridiron as we all know it is a very magnificent, strategic, and violent sport. Football can easily catch the unknowing eye of anybody. American football is the greatest sport in the world because of the tailgating, my personal opinion, and the strategy of the game.…
What’s better to chill out a hot summer’s day than something sweet and cool? No, I am not talking about a Popsicle. I am not talking about an ice cream cone, either. I am not even talking about iced tea or lemonade. It is something better than all of those, and it doesn’t even have all the sneaky calories of those other tasty treats! The answer to the question is simple. Have you guessed it? It is a cherry.…
Factual Focus #2 – Fairs and Festivals of India explains the actual festivals. The book goes in depth of the process and affects the festivals have on the Hindu communities. The book describe the different decorations and the preparation of the festivals.…
14) Holi – Boys and girls playfully throw colored water on each other evoking images of Krishna;s exploits eith the milkmaids…
The thin mound of rewarding foam that separated my lips from that first sip of scorching hot coffee mimics a snow capped mountain that I could hold in the palm of my hand. This 16 ounce cup of deep brown coffee altered in color by the rich off white creamer making it a smooth caramel tint packed a powerful punch, when I know I’ll be going for unforgiving amount of time it makes for a quick boost in the morning. The sweet distinctive smell of ground coffee beans fills your nostrils as you bring the cup to your lips, after you have that first sip and get down to the best part, the sweet, salty, sour, bitter taste of long awaited coffee the flavors dance across your taste buds like a never ending waltz, not only are you filling your mouth with sensational taste you’re also getting a kick while staying mentally engaged for longer periods of the day!…
On this festival, sweets are made and distributed among friends and relatives. People indulge in fun and frolic on the day of Diwali. New clothes are worn by the young and the old. At the same time during night, fire-works and crackers are also let off. The bright flames of the fire-work present an exquisite sight in the dark night.…
My bedroom is a cozy, yet quiet place to come to. It may not be the biggest of many bedrooms, but when you walk in the white oak door you see the four walls painted a tan color. There is also white trimming lining the walls. Everything in my room is white, black, or tan. If you are to look to your left when you walk in you see a black 20 inch flat screen hanging on the wall, and below it there is a black oak dresser with a bunch of random accessories on the top of it. There is another door along the north wall that is an entrance to my walk in closet that is cluttered with clothes. Along that same wall is my black wood desk that is held up by 2 steel legs that has a black wood chair with steel legs as well. On the south wall my queen black bed lies in the middle of the wall with brown zebra print bedding along with my one and only green pillow. Next to my bed there is a black floor lamp and on the other side of my bed there is a small bronze colored fan lying on top of a end table. My walls are bare less except for a pair of windows with white shades that are located straight across from the doorway over looking my neighbors. To the left of the windows there are 4 whisked brown baskets hanging on the wall, to the right of the windows you see a black body length mirror hanging on the wall. In front of my mirror on the wood floor lays a straightener, and a hair dryer. Also above my bed there are three 3X4 black canvases that have a pink, white, and yellow Gerber daisy painted on each individual one.…
Orissa Review January - 2010 The Republic Day of India: A Great National Festival Dr. Ratnakar Mohapatra freedom fighters those who fought for and sacrificed their lives for the independence of our motherland. Introduction The word Republic is used to denote that a country in which the supreme power is held by the people or their elected representatives (politicians) or by an elected or nominated President not by a permanent head like the King or queen of Britain.…
India is a land of great diversity. It described as a land of many religions and innumerable languages, it might well be described as a land of festivals as well. Indians love celebrating. Every little occasion from the harvesting of crops, welcoming the spring or rain, to seeing the full moon lends itself to joyous celebrations splashed with colors, music, folk dances and songs. Even the birthdays of divine beings are celebrated by connecting them with particular festivals.…
Hydroplane racing is the most amazing feeling in the world if you like the feeling of speed and the roaring sound of an engine behind you. My family is huge into racing and hydroplane boats are just one of them. Just stepping on to the smooth, glossy, deck of a freshly painted boat on a hot summer day sends shivers down my spine. There isn’t a better picture in my mind then a summer trip going to a boat race in a different state. The excitement of knowing you’re going to get out of the state, with all the last minute engine checks and making sure you’re not forgetting any tool you may think you will need before hitting the open road. The drive is always the best just relaxing lounging around in the R.V. and taking time to visualize the sounds, smells, course, and of course the people that you will be spending your next three days with. Nothing there but open water and the campers, roughing it in what we call the sticks of the summer with your good friends.…
My name is Kamilu. It is the only name I’ve ever heard and now what I call myself. I have grown up in a homeless shelter, in the beautiful lands of India. As a child this place never scared me even when I was alone at night with no mother to give me comfort. These old brick walls are my home. It is filled with the only people I’ve known my entire life. The superannuated streets are enclosed by the very building which the emperors lived. The walls are rich as the white pearl of gold. It has been carved a masterpiece and the only beautiful castle in all the lands. “I will live like that someday” I tell myself.…
An attractive aroma of pure harmony and happiness is abroad the marvelous lake designed by years of change. It is a therapeutic retreat hidden from the world we entertain. Soft winds embrace your neck as one nears the out-lying woods that surround this satisfaction achieved dwelling. As soon as the beautiful trees with fall colors start to dismiss their leaves, it is as if a blanket is covering the forest for a nice nap. There is a road with winding turns, telescopic mountain passageways, and marvelous enter the lake.…
There are not too many sunny days in the winter like today. It’s a little bit chilly, but nothing unusual for the weather in December. Stepping outside the house and going to take the Oath of Allegiance, in order to become a citizen, the fresh cold air clears my head and worries. I look for as many details as I can capture. The first thing that draws my attention is a clear blue sky. Its color is so pure that it almost looks unreal. A few clouds spread around the sky forming interesting shapes. On the horizon a vapor trail of an airplane draws a perfect straight line. The bright sunshine makes me squint. A cold wind occasionally whips around and causes me to shiver. I go inside of the car to get some cover. As I lean on the seat to get more comfortable, I start driving and I continue to look outside.…
The gym was full of thousands of wild fans. The battle of chants from opposing sides echoes, and bounces off of the arena walls. This is game time. It is here. It is now! Basketball isn’t just a sport, it’s a way of life; a chaotic life that is. I’m not just talking any kind of chaos, it’s organized chaos. Between the yells, the disagreements, the fun, the anger, the fouls, and the joy you find team harmony that no other sport can obtain.…
The seasons are approaching in which families gather to celebrate Thanksgiving and Christmas. This time of year does not carry the same feelings for me as they did when I was young. I am a military spouse and my husband has been away for most of our holidays. One peculiar Christmas I received the opportunity to spend the holiday with him this was my first flight experience.…