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Thursday, September 29, 2011

Learn Colors in Italian

Learn colors in Italian with videos, games & songs on my new Squidoo lens:

"Colors are fun and useful words to learn in any language: Great for people planning a vacation to a country where a different language is spoken: imagine trying to shop for clothes or gifts without knowing the words for specific colors. They also form a fun and easy introduction to using adjectives in another language, which make them a great place for beginners to start."

Learn Colors in Italian with Videos, Games & Songs

Carpe Diem Seize the Day Latin Quote Happiness Tote Bag

Carpe Diem translates into English as ‘seize the day’, and is probably the most popular and famous Latin quote. Strangely though, many people may not realise it forms part of a longer quote, ‘Carpe diem, quam minimum credula postero’ (‘Seize the day, trusting as little as possible in the future’).

Is Carpe Diem popular because we all do seize the day or popular because we all wished we could seize the day? How many popular movie, TV, theatre and literature characters are popular exactly because they do seize the day? The characters that seems to never fear consequence, never concern themselves with where they might end up.

I wish I could seize the day more. I think back to fudged interviews, nights out when I stayed in, and missed kisses with girls I liked a little too much not to be shy. I wish I could seize the day more, but I’m a planner. There always has to be a plan, an end game.

Seize the day, trusting as little as possible in the future. But don’t we need to trust the future a little? Isn’t that what faith is? There’s something reckless about Carpe Diem; a careless, almost hedonistic, disregard for consequence. I know I regard consequence too much, but maybe that explains the popularity of Carpe Diem?

There’s an internal conflict that exists within all of us, between the need to enjoy the moment and the need to consider the future. Perhaps this is why, we all need to keep Carpe Diem central in our minds.

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Una Hermana Hermosa Mexico Flag Colors Pop Art Heart Shaped Ornaments

My new Mexican gift is sooo cute:

A mexican gift for a beautiful sister: a Pop celebration of the Flag Colors of Mexico. Un Regalo mexicano para una hermana hermosa: El Arte Pop y los colores de la bandera México.

Obrigado! Portugal Flag Colors Pop Art Buttons

Woop! Sold 2 of these brand new Obrigado! Portugal Flag Colors Pop Art Buttons! :-) Hot of the press only yesterday:

A Portuguese gift to say thank you: a Pop Art celebration of the Flag Colors of Portugal. Um Presente português: dizeis obrigado. A Arte Pop e as cores da bandeira do Portugal.

Sunday, September 25, 2011

My new gift for a beautiful sister: Una Bella Sorella Italy Flag Colors Pop Art

My new gift for a beautiful sister:

An Italian gift for a beautiful sister: a Pop Art celebration of the Flag Colors of Italy. Un Regalo italiano per una bella sorella: il Pop Art e i colori della bandiera d'italia.

Saturday, September 24, 2011

Loving my new Brazilian gift: Um Irmão Magnifico Brazil Flag Colors Pop Art Mugs from Zazzle.com

Loving my new Brazilian gift:

A Brazilian gift for a magnificent brother: a Pop Art celebration of the Flag Colors of Brazil. Um Presente brasileiro para um irmão magnifico: a Arte Pop e as cores da bandeira do Brasil.

Friday, September 23, 2011

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Easy Cool Design by @sunnymarsdesign: Reggae Rasta Tea or Coffee Mug

The iPad: a Useful Tool for Autism

"Computers are particularly useful for those with autism as they facilitate communication and aid in learning. In recent months, there has been some buzz in education and autism communities about the Apple iPad."

This is an interesing and original take on a very important topic: The iPad: a Useful Tool for Autism.

If you agree with me, please share!

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

It's the call of the wild amigos! My new Squidoo lens: Animal Vocabulary in Spanish

Learn animal words in Spanish with videos, games and songs! Plus free resources for teachers and parents and lots more  :-)

"Animals are a great topic for a beginner to learn in a new language: they are a fun and easy to remember introduction to nouns and their grammar rules. Animals are also a really good subject for kids: most, if not all, children love animals and this provides plenty of motivation to learn."

Animal Vocabulary in Spanish

Coool! Sold 8 of these Thank You Refrigerator Magnets in Union Jack Colors

Coool! Sold 8 of these Thank You Magnets :-) No doubt to the Queen herself! No wait... who would she have to thank? She's the Queen... must be to thank her 8 times over :-)

55 Ways to Enjoy Your Gluten Free Diet | Integrative Nutrition Blog

Yesterday was National Celiac Awareness Day. Celiac Disease is one of the most common chronic illnesses in the western world, so it is no wonder that gluten-free diets are making a huge splash in the media lately. But with so much information, where do you begin your research? Since so many people are affected by Celiac Disease, we decided to extend the day of recognition, by putting together a guide of some of our favorite resources, including restaurants, books, products and more to help de-mystify the gluten-free diet.

Really great site for people like me who are Gluten Free!

Women's Rights Petition: Demand Facebook Remove Pages That Promote Sexual Violence | Change.org

The following are actual pages on Facebook:  "Raping your mates girlfriend to see if she can put up a fight", “Kicking Sluts in the Vagina,” “I know a silly little bitch that needs a good slap,” and “Riding your Girlfriend softly, Cause you dont want to wake her up.” These clearly are in violation of Facebook's own policies and need to be removed.

Really Important - Please Share!

The Latino List

The Latino List: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month by watching an HBO original documentary “The Latino List”. Directed by Timothy Greenfiel-Sanders, acclaimed photographer and director of three editions of HBO’s “The Black List”. The intimate interviews were with award-winning journalist Maria Hinojosa, anchor of NPR’s Latino USA. The documentary features compelling interviews from outstanding Latino’s from politics, theater, music, government, science and journalism.

Sunday, September 18, 2011

Learn Family Vocabulary in Spanish with Videos, Games, a Rap, Free Worksheets and a Quiz

Hola Amigos!

My new Spanish Learning Squidoo lens has just gone live! :-)  I created it to help beginners learn family vocabulary in Spanish.  Here's a bit of blurb:

Family is a great subject for any beginner learning a new language: almost all of us have some kind of family around us, and therefore have something to say about them. Talking about family is also a good, polite conversation starter. Family vocabulary also acts as a useful introduction to using nouns in a new language.

This lens forms part of a collection of lenses I am making to help beginners learn Spanish, using videos, games and songs. I would like to provide an addition and/or alternative to your traditional Spanish learning. As a dyslexic, I find traditional learning techniques difficult and ineffective. This motivated me to collect a selection of free online alternative resources for Spanish learners. In a sense, these are the resources I would like too see when trying to learn spanish:  Family Vocabulary in Spanish

Gracias & Adiós Amigos!

Toby.

@tobysartbazaar

 

Zazzle Blast: Funky Monkey Design by @HelenaPion - Customizable Stripy No Evil Cartoon iPhone 4 Case

Saturday, September 17, 2011

My New Squidoo Lens: Learn Colors in Spanish

Colors are fun and useful words to learn in any language: Great for people planning a vacation to a country where a different language is spoken: imagine trying to shop for clothes or gifts without knowing the words for specific colors. They also form a fun and easy introduction to using adjectives in another language, which make them a great place for beginners to start.

This lens forms part of a collection of lenses I am making to help beginners learn Spanish, using videos, games and songs. I would like to provide an addition and/or alternative to your traditional Spanish learning. As a dyslexic, I find traditional learning techniques difficult and ineffective. This motivated me to collect a selection of free online alternative resources for Spanish learners. In a sense, these are the resources I would like too see when trying to learn spanish.

Monday, September 12, 2011

Breathtaking Natural Beauty Image by @Italian_Style: Reflecting Sunshine Canvas Print

Sensual, Sexy & Striking Design by @kithseer: Stitched Mask Female Face Stretched Canvas Print

Elegant Stylish Design by @jaisjewels: Red Coffee Cup Canvas Print

Lovely Floral Design by @brendathour: Blooming Wonder Rose Wrapped Canvas Print

Fab Colorful Design by @Lace9HandDrawn : Dance Of The Seahorses Pop Art 2