NiHao China

   In popular cities such as Shanghai, Xi'an, and Beijing, tourists from all over the world travel to see operas and dances that display Chinese history.  Women usually have long sleeves that are used to create ribbons and show the curve of the body.

Words of encouragement

In preparation for Mother's Day, many stores have stocked their shelves with greeting cards.  Many people spend their Mother's Day trying to decide whether to get a gift for their mothers.  According to the New York Times recent study, mothers said that they would rather not have a cookbook or appliance.  When in doubt, get a spa gift certificate.

How lovely to be a women

  For the average teenage girl, a beauty routine can include multiople steps such as make-up, shower, blow-dry, nails, shaving, etc.  Sculpting an self image aids to discovering who we are. 

Discovering happiness

Houston's Discovery Green is a public park that has water fountains, open fields, toy boat races, and more. Many people drive to downtown Houston to enjoy a Saturday morning picnic.  Discovery Green also has a farmer's market every Saturday morning to help support local farmers.

Polly want a picture

The Houston Zoo is known for its exotic wildlife such as the Bird Exhibit.  Visitors can enjoy viewing Green-winged, Blue-Gold, and Red-fronted Macaws.  Macaws are known for their harsh cries and large colorful wings.  These birds can be found in the wild in areas as far as Mexico to Argentina.

Welcome to paradise

Over a thousand people travel to Key West Florida to witness it's famous sunsets.  Along Mallory Square, crowds are entertained by street performers, Key Lime pie, and craftsman.  People can take sunset cruises or enjoy sitting on the pier.  It is tradition to applaud at the end of the sunset. 

Meeting with humanitarian, Greg Mortenson

  Greg Mortenson is an author who is known for building schools in the Middle East.  Since I work at a local bookshop, I had the pleasure of meeting Mortenson while he was in town talking about his book, Stones Into School.  Mortenson signed over 200 books during the event, and spoke on a personal level to each individual.