To Ma, with Love My mother is a true testament to the strength and fortitude of women who can tackle the toughest of situations when unexpectedly thrown in it. Having grown up in the lap of luxury and lucky to have led a equally charmed life post-marriage to my father, she did not have to tend to much outside domestic affairs but my, how well she took care of things in the realm of that world which included nurturing my sister and me, caring for her loving husband, creating a safe … [Read more...]
cbm: Last minute Easter surprises with meaning
April 20, 2011 by
At Christmas, I shared with many of our cbm friends how I use our Give Joy catalogue to honour loved ones during the holiday. Easter is another time of year that can be overshadowed by activities and items not central to its real significance. That's why we've created some Easter gifts with meaning – because we know you use these gifts to share important values with your families at this time of year. Chocolate bunnies are great, but do they have the power to change a life? … [Read more...]
Embassy of Afghanistan: Khojesta Fana Ebrahimkhel, New Years Wishes.
December 22, 2010 by
American Thanksgiving Day – Celebrated Thursday, November 25
November 23, 2010 by
Celebrate Thanksgiving Day, America! Thursday, November 25 Thanksgiving was historically a religious observance to give thanks to God. Thanksgiving or Thanksgiving Day, currently celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November, has been an annual tradition in the United States since 1863. Florida (1565) - claimed to be the 'First Thankgiving'. Author and teacher Robyn Gioia and Michael Gannon, of the University of Florida, have argued that the earliest … [Read more...]
