tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894Fri, 01 Nov 2024 10:36:47 +0000LifestyleBeauty/StyleHealth and nutritionGardeningHome ImprovementHobbies/LeisureParentingTV shows/Movies/MediaTravelEducationKitchen TherapyMother NatureNationalPoliticalToolsWomens' DayMatters that matter.http://homengardens.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)Blogger71125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-4167759173020561939Tue, 01 Jun 2010 18:22:00 +00002010-06-03T12:07:53.883-07:00NationalPoliticalThis will make every Indian proud and those of them who dont can undertand about the same country. http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/06/shashi-tharoor-talk-for-ted-makes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-5046087709546347896Tue, 06 Apr 2010 17:13:00 +00002010-04-06T10:13:35.129-07:00LifestyleThis Japanese restaurant looks modern with an far east touch to it's decor. Food is very tasty and very new. Though the menu doesnt cry out Japanese, still the dishes are good. We even tried to recreate their carrot ginger juice  in our other blog on food. Check this out. This recipe is simple and very easy to fall in love with. Their noodle dishes are very good. They got some really hot http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/04/wagamama-review.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-8057577758958840290Fri, 26 Mar 2010 13:13:00 +00002010-03-26T06:13:42.807-07:00Tara Restaurant Pizza and More 288 Moody Street Waltham, MA 02453 (781) 647-0355 This Restaurant has got a variety of cusines at one place. Spanish and Italian. They have got the juiciest empanadas. Try the mushroom empanada. Heavenly. Also They have the chacereros sandwich. It is at it's best at this junction. One can pigout as much as possible.The best part is they deliver in that area.http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/03/tara-restaurant-review.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-7172483067166417194Wed, 24 Mar 2010 22:27:00 +00002010-03-24T15:29:51.978-07:00Beauty/StyleUse this one in the morning as the essential oils are invigorating.Sea Salt 1/4 CupCornmeal 1/4 CupOlive Oil 1/3 Cup or another base oil.Ginger 2 dropsPeppermint 4 dropsRosemary 3 dropsMix salt and cornmeal. Combine warmed oil and essential oils then mix with dry ingredients. Use in the shower or standing in the tub. Apply in circular motions, working from the extremities inward, working http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/03/ginger-body-scrub.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-8604616492314192650Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:14:00 +00002010-03-08T10:49:49.656-08:00Womens' DayHappy Womens' Day! Ladies, I just read Shobe De's blog about her mother and how she wants to be like her.Me too, wants to be like me mother. But you know what my mother was not like hers. She worked as a doctor, a successful one, well respected and admired by her collegues, students, patients. Still she managed to be the best daughter, best wife and most of all the bestest mother. I know that is http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/03/i-wanna-be-my-mother-too.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-3430984358493462108Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:22:00 +00002010-02-26T16:30:52.106-08:00EducationParentingiDiscoveri, a social enterprise to revamp education in India, has initiated a programme, XSEED, to help children develop a strong foundation in the primary years, which is critical for a child's development. The new scheme of education is to be adopted at Perks Junior School from June 2010.They are planning to be adopted by 300 schools. Good for the kids...For more info, go to their website http:http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/02/xseed-idiscoveri.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-8266328293267637243Wed, 24 Feb 2010 17:56:00 +00002010-02-24T09:58:13.160-08:00GardeningAfter collecting seeds from the garden (from herbs, vegetables and flowers), dry seeds at room temperature on racks or on large sheets of paper for about a week to ensure they hold no moisture.After drying, separate the seeds from their seed pods or flower heads by shaking them into large paper bags. Sift out the seeds from any dried plant bits and pour them into recycled paper envelopes or printhttp://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/02/how-to-store-seeds.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-8754228600090436355Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:24:00 +00002010-02-23T08:37:05.782-08:00LifestyleHungry Mother233 Cardinal Medeiros Ave, Cambridge, MAThis Restaurant is hidden with its small board which is possible to be missed but all I can say is DONT MISS IT. The place is an old house converted into a restaurant. They serve southern food and do it with a modern touch. The place is dimly lit to create a romantic atmosphere but it also kid friendly. Nicely furnished and decorated. The http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/02/hungry-mother-restaurant-review.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-6603623115222726511Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:18:00 +00002010-02-22T08:32:57.541-08:00LifestyleTakumi Japanese Sushi & Hibachi197 Daniel Webster Hwy. Nashua, NH 03060 603.891.1717Website : www.takumijapanese.comYes, this is the one we are going to review today. Had been there on Saturday and should say fell in love with place the very instant. Don't know whether the zen style architecture has something to do with this. And to everybody's(me n my hubby) surprise, my daughter is http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/02/takumi-restaurant-review.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-1618877045975151512Tue, 16 Feb 2010 17:14:00 +00002010-02-16T09:18:29.188-08:00Health and nutritionReduce the burning sensation after cutting green chillies by keeping the fingers in a bowl of cold milk added with some sugar!Never use metallic bowls to marinate meat - the acids (vinegar or lemon) can react with the metal bowls!Add a small amount of sugar when cooking carrots, peas, beets or corn - this will keep the flavour!Add a pinch of salt while frying Puris or Pakoras - this will http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/02/kitchen-tips.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-1085233821124934871Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:09:00 +00002010-02-03T08:14:16.635-08:00Health and nutrition1/2 cup light olive oil1 tablespoon dried lavender flowers1-2 whole clove buds2-3 drops lavender essential oil2-3 drops ylang-ylang essential oilPlace the lavender flowers inside a clean bottle or jar. Pour the olive oil over the lavender and add the drops of essential oils. Place a stopper or lid on your container and gently shake to mix the ingredients. Let the oil sit for one week. To use: http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/02/zen-oil-homemade-skincare-remedy-iv.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-5456805615261220585Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:39:00 +00002010-02-01T09:09:48.631-08:00LifestyleWe had tapas for the first time. so we are practically new to this. Tapas is eating small portions of the variety of dishes. It is a nice way to try a lot of dishes and good for those who can manage to eat only a little, like me. We tried Solea, Moody street,Waltham, MA.The ambience was very good though a little on the dark side, with beautiful and extraordinary chandliers especially those in thehttp://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/02/solea-review.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-440749614880765162Wed, 27 Jan 2010 17:35:00 +00002010-01-27T10:16:10.171-08:00LifestyleWell, we are a fan of the infamous chain Friendly's. We love everything on the menu especially the sundaes. Some of our favourite are chicken parm melt, cod fillet melt. The onions rings get a special mention as it is at this place where they are at their best. very crunchy. they dont get soggy for a long time. very big sizes yet very crunchy and delicious.Even the waffle fries especially the http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/01/friendlys-onion-rings.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-3282074294409924274Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:15:00 +00002010-01-25T19:05:34.542-08:00Mother NatureGoing green is not only a necessity to save the Earth, but also has become a style statement. It increases the worth of the person for being more responsible.Here are a few ways you can do it:1. Buying eco friendly watches(try Citizen), cellphones(Nokia is said to be the greenest), cars(Reva,etc), household appliances(bulbs(CFBs), window fixtures) and so on.2. Use eco friendly paints to furnish http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/01/green-is-new-black.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-4481681522539827446Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:34:00 +00002010-01-21T12:48:48.816-08:00Hobbies/LeisureAfter the book has been sleeping in the trunk for more than a year, I finally got around to finishing the last book of the Harry Potter series. I know I am too old to call myself a Harry Potter fan but what can anybody do about it even if I do so.The author has done justice to the readers by tying up all the loose ends that were there so far and thus satisfying the thirst of all the young readershttp://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/01/harry-potter-deathly-hallows-review.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-7982720546656428379Mon, 18 Jan 2010 18:15:00 +00002010-01-18T10:26:19.276-08:00LifestylePanera Bread - Having been in US of A for 3 years now, just recently I had the chance to eat at Panera Bread. Have always thought of it as the Au bon Pain type of nook and have never really preferred it when I am too hungry. Well but I declare myself wrong as the place was great- great cafe-cum-rest and eat atmos with booths and individual tables plus the WiFi. Also the food os freshly made http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/01/panera-bread-review.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-3736212446747644354Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:55:00 +00002010-01-13T11:13:50.434-08:00TV shows/Movies/MediaSo from what I know about this movie, people either love it or hate it. The truth, of course, is somewhere in-between. While the movie is not perfect, it is very good fun and delivers. Frankly I am not a vampire fan. Ooops hope I haven't spoilt the surprise element(wink).Though the romance and depth of love is very well potrayed from the vampires point of view, the same cannot be said about the http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/01/twilight-saga-movie-review.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-48742443843697925Mon, 11 Jan 2010 19:04:00 +00002010-01-11T11:15:11.310-08:00GardeningA rose is a perennial flower shrub or vine of the genus Rosa, within the family Rosaceae, that contains over 100 species and comes in a variety of colours. The species form a group of erect shrubs, and climbing or trailing plants, with stems that are often armed with sharp prickles. Most are native to Asia, with smaller numbers of species native to Europe, North America, and northwest Africa.1. http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/01/rosy-tips.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-8674597265781334612Sat, 09 Jan 2010 22:35:00 +00002010-01-09T14:41:32.131-08:00Beauty/StyleHealth and nutritionWhite Household Vinegar: Before applying shampoo, give your wet hair a vinegar rinse. Let the vinegar sit on your scalp for a minute or two before washing away then proceed to shampoo as normal. Do this every time you wash your hair. You could also try this in reverse: After washing your hair as usual, do a vinegar rinse.Listerine (Original): Mix two parts of water to 1 part of Listerine and pourhttp://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/01/home-remedies-for-dandruff.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-8601119687758445986Fri, 08 Jan 2010 23:02:00 +00002010-01-08T15:10:11.535-08:00Kitchen TherapySimple project idea, all you need are wallpaper scraps, spray adhesive, tacky glue and some grosgrain ribbon to turn tired old tins into something display-worthy. Arrange them as a kitchen display or have a few on your desk and in your office for holding office supplies (would be great in the craft room too).http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/01/wallpapered-canisters.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-4135436256569487180Thu, 07 Jan 2010 17:30:00 +00002010-01-07T09:37:35.277-08:00Hobbies/LeisureHome ImprovementThe tips are: Keep the flowers out of reach for childrenCut the stems on an angle to make sure the capillaries are wide open to take up waterRemove all leaves below the water lineKeep water in the vaseIf there was no flower food packet included, add a crushed aspirin and some sugar to the waterWhen the flowers begin to fade, re-purpose the rest of the bouquetThe day after Valentine's Day, flower http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/01/how-to-make-flowers-last.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-1344084186940046388Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:55:00 +00002010-01-06T08:59:47.491-08:00Beauty/StyleHealth and nutritionAcacia Bay Leaves Cinnamon Cloves Geranium Leaves JasmineLavender Lemon Balm Lemon Peel Myrtle Patchoule PennyroyalRose http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2010/01/homemade-skincare-iii-fragrant-bath.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-1528437684424141446Tue, 29 Dec 2009 17:22:00 +00002009-12-29T09:33:32.312-08:00LifestyleThe adeptness of absolute cerebration is abundant added than alone a saying. I know, I accept apparent it in activity and accept accomplished it repeatedly. In actuality I achievement to afresh and Very soon. Absolute thoughts are one of the best able things we as individuals can 'grant' ourselves. Anyone who is afflictive actuality about absolute bodies is addition who is agreeable to be http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2009/12/positive-thinking.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-7958666002832703337Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:39:00 +00002009-12-28T08:43:52.222-08:00Beauty/StyleHealth and nutritionSkin Freshener/SootherAdd pulp-free aloe vera juice to water in a spray bottle and spritz arms, legs, back and face.Skin Astringents Option 1:Lettuce leavesWaterBoil green lettuce leaves for 10 minutes in enough water to cover. Let cool and strain.Option 2:VodkaStrong chamomile or mint teaMix 1 part vodka with 9 parts strong chamomile or mint tea.Option 3:b (sic) cup pure water2 tablespoons vodkahttp://homengardens.blogspot.com/2009/12/homemade-skincare-ii.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3737104468078888894.post-820415980398226771Thu, 24 Dec 2009 21:25:00 +00002009-12-24T13:48:13.762-08:00Beauty/StyleHealth and nutritionAre we talking about hair loss today? Then lets talk Bhringaraj oil. Btw this is our 50th post and we are grateful for your continued support. What is Bhringaraj oil?In Ayurveda, 'Bhringa' means hair and so bhringaraj oil is one, that treats the problems of hair loss. Bhringaraj is an ayurvedic medicine that is prepared from Kayyonni or false daisy plant, that has the botanical name Eclipta alba.http://homengardens.blogspot.com/2009/12/hairloss-remedy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Trendsetters)0