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BAGUIO CITY

2011-10-10T10:05:00.000-07:00

The City of Baguio (Ilokano: Ciudad ti Baguio; Tagalog: Lungsod ng Baguio) is a highly urbanized city in northern Luzon in the Philippines. Baguio City was established by Americans in 1900 at the site of an Ibaloi village known as Kafagway. Baguio City was designated by the Philippine Commission as the Summer Capital of the Philippines on June 1, 1903 and incorporated as a city by the Philippine Assembly on September 1, 1909. There is a presidential mansion, as well as Supreme Court and legislative offices in Baguio. Baguio is the seat of government of the Cordillera Administrative Region. The name of the city is derived from the word bagiw in Ibaloi, the indigenous language of the Benguet Region, meaning ‘moss’. The city is at an altitude of approximately 1500 meters (5100 ft) in a moist tropical pine forest conducive to the growth of mossy plants and orchids.

Baguio City is the summer capital of the Philippines. Located in northern Luzon, Baguio City was established by the Americans in 1909, It is sited about 1,500 meters above sea level, high in the Cordillera mountain range giving the city an almost temperate climate. Baguio is a favorite vacation destination of Filipinos & foreign tourist especially during summer because of its year-round cool climate. It is also known as an educational center with its 4 universities and several colleges and institutes in Baguio City’s 49 square kilometer area.

The City of Baguio will be celebrating its Centennial on September 1, 2009. The celebrations will mark the first 100 years of the Baguio City Charter, which was authored by former Philippines Supreme Court Justice George A. Malcolm. According to the 2007 census, Baguio City has a population of 301,926.

PALAWAN ISLAND

2011-10-08T12:07:00.000-07:00

Palawan is the most well preserved major island group in the Philippines. It is also the largest province in the Philippines in terms of land area. The rain forest, caves, coral reefs, mangroves, beaches and clear blue waters are its best assets.

With over 1,700 islands and islets and almost 2,000 kilometers of coastline, Palawan is known as having one of the most beautiful seascapes in the world. Sprawled beneath the seas are nearly 11,000 square kilometers of coral reefs. Palawan was proclaimed as a fish and wildlife sanctuary in 1967 and to this day, this group of islands is probably the most protected province in the whole Philippines.

The Calauit Wildlife Sanctuary in the northern Calamianes islands is home to exotic and endemic species of animals that roam freely in its verdant hills and plains. Palawan is the home of Palawan Monkeys, Palawan Parrots, Palawan Bear cats, Palawan Peacock, Mongoose, Scaly Ant Eater, Porcupine, and mouse deer.

A must to see is the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park (also known as Sabang’s St. Paul Subterranean National Park). It is a wonder to behold; carved by nature for millions of years; the length of cave and river network is unknown up to this day. The cavern stretches away in an almost perfect rectangle with walls and ceiling decorated with natural carvings in many colors. Stalactite and stalagmites seem like they have been intentionally crafted to awe the visitors. Further inside, one reaches a grand chamber, decorated with multi-faceted colored stones. One has to be there to see its grandeur.

El Nido is the place with crystal clear waters and many wonderful dive spots with first class resorts. El Nido Marine Reserve is noted for its very expensive and edible birds’ nests that is harvested on majestic limestone cliffs that end up on our dinner table as Bird’s Nest Soup.

Honda Bay is just 30 minutes from Puerto Princesa is Honda Bay. One can take a boat and beach hop the dozens of beaches on the islets that dot the bay. One can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, diving or just relaxing on the beach amidst the clear waters and fine sand. The panoramic view would surely leave a lingering impression on the visitor.

Tubbataha Reef National Marine Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its beauty and richness of marine life. Tubbataha Reef is made of 2 atolls (North & South reefs) located 92 nautical miles southeast of Puerto Princesa City covering 33,200 hectares. The North Islet serves as a sanctuary for birds and marine turtles. Tubbataha Reef has pristine waters, lagoons, a line of extinct underwater volcanoes, two corral islands with a magnificent 100-meter perpendicular wall.

Tubbataha Reef and Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park are nominated as one of the “New 7 Wonders of Nature”.

Palawan has been called the “island of the gods” and it is not without reason, the spectacular sea and landscapes of Palawan; especially at El Nido, gives the impression of seeing heaven’s beauty on earth. Acknowledged as the Philippines’ last frontier, Palawan is a must to see for the traveler who appreciates the majesty and splendor of nature.

DAKAK

2011-10-07T10:14:00.000-07:00

DAKAK

Taguilon, Dapitan City, Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines

Dakak's footpaths of discovery wind past rushing streams, gushing cascades and tranquil pools. The 750 meter private beach is blanketed with pure powdery white sand. Natural spring water and tumbling waterfalls feed the resort's two pools, whilst the ultimate hideaway is provided at a private open-air jacuzzi where you can relax in the sauna and whirlpool midst an atmosphere of blissful solitary.

HOW TO GET THERE?

Nestled on the tip of Northern Zamboanga, Dakak faces the Sulu Sea in the west and is surrounded by mountains on its east side. North of Dakak are Negros, Cebu and Bohol. To its south is the Mindanao mainland with Borneo and Sarawak beyond the Celebes Sea. Conveniently encircled by all these large island, Dakak tactfully evades the typhoon belt, making it the perfect all-season destination.

To visit the place, take a plane going to Manila to Dipolog City via Philippine Airlines. Another way is via Cebu - Dipolog via Asian Spirit Airlines.

ACCOMMODATION

Sensitively designed in keeping with the natural surroundings, the distinctive native style cottages are constructed in traditional bamboo and nipa leaves, and feature marble tiled bathrooms and capiz shell window panes. Individually controlled airconditioning, intercom phones, mini-bars and TV with in-house videos and CNN add the modern touch. Set down by the beach or snuggled among wild orchards of papaya, mango, coconut, banana, and frangipani, the entire village follows the natural contours of this vast 15 hectare resort.

FOOD AND DINING

Absorb the informal ambience of the al fresco Port Orient restaurant, a delightful day-round setting for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Or try out the Japanese flavour of the Sushi Bar at the Verandah, whilst those with adventure in mind can take a trip up a mystical river to Lab Kamayan, Dakak's very own prawn farm built over the water on bamboo stilts, where fresh seafood is the order of the day.

Experience sumptuous buffet dinners laid out on the beach or hidden amongst the tropical gardens, but always with a certain magic in the air. Whatever your choice, dining at Dakak is truly an experience not to be missed

AMENITIES

Each bungalow has its own veranda facing Dakak Bay. Beachfront bungalows are by the beachside.

Room Facilities

Air conditioned

Satellite TV

NDD/IDD telephone

Mini bar

Shower/bath with hot and cold running water

Dressing area

In-house movies

FACILITIES

Hotel Services :

A] Child care facilities

B] Laundry

C] Medical facilities

D] Parking

Business Facilities:

A] Conference room(s)

B] Convention centre

Recreational Facilities:

A] Archery

B] Billiards

C] Boating

D] Bowling

E] Children's play area

F] Children's pool

G] Diving

H] Golfing

I] Horse riding

J] Jacuzzi Massage
K] Nature trails

L] Religious facilities

M] Sailing

N] Shops

O] Sports centre

P] Swimming pool

Q] Tennis court

R] Watersports

DRINK WATER ON EMPTY STOMACH

2011-10-05T07:49:00.000-07:00

It is popular in Japan today to drink water immediately after waking up every morning. Furthermore, scientific tests have proven its value. We publish below a description of use of water for our readers. For old and serious diseases as well as modern illnesses the water treatment had been found successful by a Japanese medical society as a 100% cure for the following diseases:

Headache, body ache, heart system, arthritis, fast heart beat, epilepsy, excess fatness, bronchitis asthma, TB, meningitis, kidney and urine diseases, vomiting, gastritis, diarrhea, piles, diabetes, constipation, all eye diseases, womb, cancer and menstrual disorders, ear nose and throat diseases.

METHOD OF TREATMENT

1. As you wake up in the morning before brushing teeth, drink 4 x 160ml glasses of water

2. Brush and clean the mouth but do not eat or drink anything for 45 minute

3.. After 45 minutes you may eat and drink as normal.

4. After 15 minutes of breakfast, lunch and dinner do not eat or drink anything for 2 hours

5. Those who are old or sick and are unable to drink 4 glasses of water at the beginning may commence by taking little water and gradually increase it to 4 glasses per day.

6. The above method of treatment will cure diseases of the sick and others can enjoy a healthy life.

The following list gives the number of days of treatment required to cure/control/reduce main diseases:

1. High Blood Pressure (30 days)

2. Gastric (10 days)

3. Diabetes (30 days)

4. Constipation (10 days)

5. Cancer (180 days)

6. TB (90 days)

7. Arthritis patients should follow the above treatment only for 3 days in the 1st week, and from 2nd week onwards – daily..

This treatment method has no side effects, however at the commencement of treatment you may have to urinate a few times.

It is better if we continue this and make this procedure as a routine work in our life. Drink Water and Stay healthy and Active.

This makes sense .. The Chinese and Japanese drink hot tea with their meals ..not cold water. Maybe it is time we adopt their drinking habit while eating!!! Nothing to lose, everything to gain...

For those who like to drink cold water, this article is applicable to you.

It is nice to have a cup of cold drink after a meal. However, the cold water will solidify the oily stuff that you have just consumed. It will slow down the digestion.

Once this 'sludge' reacts with the acid, it will break down and be absorbed by the intestine faster than the solid food. It will line the intestine.

Very soon, this will turn into fats and lead to cancer. It is best to drink hot soup or warm water after a meal.

A serious note about heart attacks:

· Women should know that not every heart attack symptom is going to be the left arm hurting,

· Be aware of intense pain in the jaw line.

· You may never have the first chest pain during the course of a heart attack.

· Nausea and intense sweating are also common symptoms.

· 60% of people who have a heart attack while they are asleep do not wake up.

· Pain in the jaw can wake you from a sound sleep. Let's be careful and be aware. The more we know, the better chance we could survive...

A cardiologist says if everyone who gets this mail sends it to everyone they know, you can be sure that we'll save at least one life.

UNTOLD STORIES OF AN OFW

2011-10-01T12:41:00.000-07:00

Every OFW has its story which is unique to everyone, but the common is - broken family.

So sad to say, almost 90 percent of women working abroad who left their family in the Philippines have a broken family.

They left their country not for fun, but to earn money for their loved family just to have a better way of living.

OFW sacrificed their life....so hard to be an OFW, because an OFW is not rich, they always have no money... all sent to the Philippines, always even short. So funny but this is the reality.

When an OFW got sick, they just have a self medication, it is expensive to see a doctor....actually the reason is no more money to see a doctor and to buy the prescribed medicines.

(Watch out for the next episodes of this untold stories of an OFW, it might be your story or a similar story of your life.......)

BORACAY - ASIA'S HIDDEN GEM

2011-09-29T07:22:00.003-07:00

BORACAY
One of the Asia's best travel secrets is that the region's greatest value beach holiday destination can be found in the Philippines. With 7,101 islands there is a world of possibilities on offer. Not only is it cheap and very easy to get to, the Filipino people have warm smiles, good English and truly welcome their international visitors.
It was recently ranked by Yahoo as the most popular beach in the world and squidoo.com has rated it as the 'Stand out best beach on the planet.

The best known beach destination in the Philippines, if not Asia, is the island of Boracay (about a one-hour flight south of Manila). It's famous beach, simply named "White Beach", always features in the lists of 'Top Beaches of the World and it deserves its many accolades.
World-class resorts, a sensational beach, international dinning and a thumping nightlife await you at this island paradise. You can find a remote corner of the island and sun away the days, or for the less shy and retiring types there is plenty to see and do on Boracay.

> Beach
Boracay first came to the world's attention in the 1970s and has been hugely popular ever since. Its famous White Beach is divided into three areas, called Station One,Station Two, and Station Three. Station One is considered the most expensive part of the beach and is said to have the most powdery sand. Station Two is the busiest part of the island and is where you will find most of the restaurants, bars and shopping. Station Three boasts some of the island's most inexpensive accommodation. The water is a little deeper at Station Three so it's great place to enjoy water sports.
The rest of the island also features an array of attractions and accommodation but White Beach (spanning all three stations) is at the heart of the action. The island is pristine and there is no rubbish or cigarette butts in the sand. The local mayor knows he has a gem and he is dedicated to keeping Boracay a paradise, not a tacky unclean tourist pit.
"Everyone in Boracay is proud of their island. We love what we have and we welcome the world to enjoy it for generations to come. Our job is to make sure that it remains as beautiful and as clean as it is today", the local Mayor of Boracay said.
Parasailing, banana boat rides, jet skiing, scuba diving, snorkeling, and dinner cruising are just a few of the activities to enjoy. Be prepared to bargain for the best price on any of these activities. Your hotel can also be very helpful in arranging activities.
You can also have all your stress rubbed away with a beach massage that will cost you under US$10 an hour or you can go to one of the many world class spas that are also great value. Tirta won the Asia Spa Awards prize in 2010 for the best day spa in Asia. You will be in the good books with your wife or girlfriend if you treat her to an afternoon there.

> Food
Boracay has a great range of food and it is excellent value. The beachside shwarmas for around US$1 can be addictive but is just the start of the range of food experiences available.
The seafood here is simply out of this world and for the best on the island you must visit D'talipapa situated behind Station Two. Simply walk through a couple of back alleys and suddenly you are in an open air market place full of the freshest seafood you will ever see. You can buy your seafood and vegetables, then take it to one of many eateries nearby that will cook it to your liking. Be prepared to bargain or you will pay over the odds. For a good-sized live lobster you can expect to pay around US$30 a kilo.
Be careful buying seafood on the beach. Most of it is fresh but unless you are an expert you could easily be sold yesterday's catch.
Deja Vu on Station Two is a lovely little bar and restaurant and one of the owners Dave (a Canadian) serves only the freshest seafood available on the island. He has hand-chosen his chefs and service staff and they are amongst the island's best.
If you like fresh Japanese check out the sashimi at Sea Gaia on Station One. It's hard to find, as it is actually located at the back of a dive shop. Don't let the plastic table and chairs and disinterested staff fool you. The food here is not only cheap but also fresh and tastes incredible.
Valhalla is a great little restaurant located in D'Mall. It is owned by a 'Norwegian Viking named Chris and run by a South African Master Chef named Mike. During the day you can see the two of them battling it our on the golf course, but by night they are cooking up the best a la carte on the island. Ask for Mike personally and he will cook you one of his specials.
On Wednesdays and Sundays from 3pm onwards you can enjoy a BBQ on top of the island at Tanawin Luxury Apartments. This is a fantastic little property that has the best view on the island. Englishman Steve serves a mean steak and cold drinks while you get to take in a panoramic view of every inch of the island. Other dining highlights include the Shangri-La Hotel, which offers a great buffet, the honey and garlic wings and burgers at Nigi Nigi Beach Bar and Baker Brothers sandwiches and bread are simply awesome. You can find fruit shakes all over the island and it's easy to polish plenty of these off everyday particularly in the hot season.
If you want to find a few more culinary delights on the island just ask some friendly locals and you won't be disappointed.

> Accommodation
1) Nigi Nigi Nu Noos'e'Nu Nu Noos (usually simply referred to as (Nigi NIgi's')
Nigi Nigi's' is one of the island's best value stay and is situated at the heart of the action right at the centre of Station Two at White beach. The rooms are native style bungalows decked out with cable, air conditioners and all the mod cons you will need for a relaxing vacation. White Beach is literally ten meters from the front door and you can snap up a deckchair and sun the day away.
It's iconic beach bar is one of the island's premier meeting spots and you can enjoy great music with a rocking happy hour from 5pm to 7pm everyday. You can even tune into the cable sports running here. Icy cold San Miguel beers are under US$1 and their mango shales are amongst Boracay's best.
Reliable and free wireless Internet is available and their food is simple, fresh and very reasonably priced. Be quick in this place if you make reservation because this place fills up especially at peak season and weekends. If you are a keen golfer speak to the friendly staff at the front desk as they can arrange a 50 percent discount at the golf course.
Nigi Nigi's' also has a second resort called Nigi Nigi Too at the quieter end of the beach at Station One.

2) Red Coconut
Red Coconut is located at Station One. This is resort-style accommodation at an affordable price. White Beach is right on your doorstep and you are only a short stroll to Station Two and the heart of the action. This is the perfect location if you are one of those people that want the best of both worlds.
The rooms are excellent, the staff are wonderful and they have one of the best in-house restaurants on the island. Perfect for a romantic getaway or for a family break, you can choose to lie by the pool all day or float in the ocean - it's your choice.

3) Ambassador in Paradise
Despite its towering elegant buildings, the upscales Ambassador in Paradise Resort at Station One has a homey feel to it. The rooms features anahaw ceilings, the interiors are rustic Filipino and the hotel as a whole seems a natural part of the landscape.
"We try to keep Ambassador as Boracay or as natural as possible", says resort manager Jose Ramon Cacho, 'but we're also quite well known for and proud of our restaurants." He went on the say, 'We also make our bread and pasta. Chef Fortune is very experienced and has already made quite a name for himself on Boracay".
The resort is situated on what's considered by many to be the best part of the famous White Beach. There has been no expense spared when it comes to design, quality furnitures, fixtures and fittings. The Dutch hotelier owner has trained his staff to the very highest European standards which result in top quality service.
Each luxurious apartment has its own balcony and if you're looking for genuine top class service there's no more delightful place to sip a cocktail than a the well furnished and appointed poolside restaurant and bar. You can even have your own private butler attend to your every whim.

3) Lingganay Suites
After spending a few days on magical Boracay it is not uncommon for visitors to come to the realization they do not want to leave! Many an expat will tell you of how they became enchanted with this place and simply cancelled their return ticket!
Lingganay Suites offers opulence and luxury, starting at incredibly affordable price points. If your idea of a getaway is peace and quiet in a place you can call your second home then this is it. You are only 10 minutes from the action but you are in your won private oasis. These luxury apartments are for sale and astute investors can buy a property here to holiday in, and then rent it out when duty calls.
Pictures or words can't describe how heartbreaking this place is. Sweeping views of the jungle, panoramic ocean vistas, infinity pool, private beach - the list goes on and on and you just have to see it for yourself.
This is one for the savvy investor and with gaming licenses and an international airport in the planning stages you can expect Boracay real estate price to fo through the roof.

> Golf
Fairways golf course situated at Fairways & Bluewater Beach Resort is the only golf course on the island, but why would you need another? This magnificent course features 18 hectares holes designed by Graham Marsh that wind their way around the top end of the island. Tropical golf doesn't get any better than this 6,600 challenging championship yards that will test any scratch golfer. Long stretches of lush fairways, plenty of water, deep bunkers and billiard tables greens - this place is a must for any golf lover.
Grab a buggy and a caddy, as it gets hot out on the course and make sure you take in plenty of liquid. Resident pro Mr. Mike Moynihan made a name for himself on the Nike Tour in America. He is passionate about his golf course and takes its improvement and upkeep very seriously. He keeps making this course better and better. Mike is a natural teacher and one of those pros that will actually lower your handicap, so don't be shy in grabbing a lesson and win some money off your friends when you return from holiday.
You can hire everything you need here but be mindful that you often must book in advance.

> Nightlife and Bars
Boracay is party central. This is not to say that you can't get away from partying if that is not your thing, but if you like to have a few drinks there are over a hundred beach bars that offer you cheap drinks, great happy hours and friendly visitors and locals to chat with.
The island had an award winning rock band 'The Boss' that has won multiple awards in the Philippines "battle of the Bands'. Filipinos are a musical people and their best musicians must be seen to be relieved. They play a mix of rock and blues from the '70s all the way up to new releases. They have their own specially built cabana on the sand in front of the Regency Hotel on Station Two and play most nights beginning around 9pm. Get in early and grab a seat near the front. Fire dancers fill in the time between sets and a bucket of beers for a couple for hundred peso (US$4) will get your favourite song played.
There are many dance clubs for the young or young at heart to party to all night long. Cocomangas is probably the most famous nightclub and is a short trike ride away from White Beach. Boracay has a bar to cater to almost every musical taste so ust walk down the beach at night and stop in for a drink at any bar taht takes your fancy.

>Gaming
There has been a lot of talk about a casino opening in Boracay. At this stage the people working behind the scenes to make this a reality are very tight-lipped about what they are doing and when they are planning to do it.
The primary hurdle is that an official license has to be granted first, though many 'in the know' say this is just a formality. Fairways & Bluewater Resort appear to be the front-runner in the race to get the first license. WGM has also been told by reliable sources that there be up to three licenses issued on the island over the next few years. Lingganay is location that also appears to be working towards getting a license.
There is also much talk about the possibility of Boracay opening its first poker room. Poker rooms like the Metro in Manila run without full casino licenses so it may be relatively easy to set up a poker room quickly.
Boracay offers plenty to people who like to gamble so it would be nice to have that option available on the island. it's interesting times in Boracay and we here at WGM promise to keep you updated.

Karate (continuation)

2011-09-22T09:58:00.000-07:00

Part Three

The DOJO
It is a Japanese word for "karate school". Most dojos are similar in many ways, They may be different in size and in some of their equipment, but the basic dojo had to have a certain features.

Description of a Dojo
   When u look at the dojo from the outside, you probably see lettering in the windows that tells you the karate club's name and something about it. You may also see a sign that represents the club or the organization that represents the club or the organization to which it belongs. Clubs that compete in lots of contests probably have many trophies in their windows, Don't be fooled by this. Dojos that have lots of trophies probably practice sports karate, while others that are more traditional do not spend a great deal of time training for sports karate -- they are more interested in self defense.
     When you go through the door and enter the dojo, there is probably an office to the side or a receptionist. Some have a wall between the entrance and the training area so that students can train in private. If the dojo is large, there may be an area for parents to sit and watch class.
     There are changing rooms for boys and girls, but the main part of the dojo is the training are. This may vary in size, but it is always the biggest section. On one side of the training area there are probably photographs of karate masters hanging on the wall. On either side of the pictures you may see American and Japanese flags.
     Some schools follow the Japanese tradition of having a name board on the wall. There is a section for each rank, and students who have that rank are listed there.

The Rules and Etiquette
   Every karate school has very strict rules that you must follow. Let's look at the ones that designed for safety first.
Karate practice takes place in a dojo, which usually has a wood or a mat floor. The floor is kept very clean. You are not allows to enter the training area wearing shoes. All training takes place in bare feet. If you try to train with your socks on, you will probably slip and hurt yourself. If you train with your shoes on, you will not be able to develop any strength or flexibility in your feet, and you may injure your fellow students.
In order to have ten, twenty, thirty, or more people train safety at the same time, the class must be well organized. Normally, students line up in a row and face the instructor. The students are supposed to stand attention, with their feet about shoulder width apart and fists in front of the lower body. This is a natural position, and it is easy to move from this position into karate stances. Each time a new move is to be done, the instructor gives command, and all the students do the move together. This prevents people from bumping into each other and getting hurt.
   Don't run around on the training floor before class begins -- this is time for you to practice on your own. Fooling around has no place in a karate dojo, and you may get in trouble with your instructor if you play around.
   Do not enter or leave the training area without your instructor's permission. If you don't feel well or are injured and the instructor doesn't see you leave, there may be no one to help you.
   A dangerous thing that might not think about are long fingernails and toenails. Many students have been cut badly by them, and girls who have long finger-nails can't make a fist correctly. Keep your nails cut short.
      When you practice sparring drills with your training partners, make sure not to make contact with them when you kick or punch. Karate blows can injure someone, so you must be very careful.
     Never aim at the eyes, throat, groin, or knee joint of your training partner's body during sparring drills. If you make a mistake and strike your training partner by accident, you may cause a serious injury. Do not spar without an instructor watching. Sparring matches can easily get our of control, and there may be injuries.
      In all training you must listen carefully to the teacher's instructions and follow them closely, That way no one will get hurt.
   Other rules are designed to show our respect for the past masters, our instructors, and other students. These include the proper way to speak to the instructors and how to bow to them and our fellow students.

Words to know
1. Kohai - one who is junior to you
2. Mokuso - the command to meditate
3. Mokuso yame - the command to stop meditating
4. Seiza - the command to kneel before and after practice
5. Senpai - one who is senior to you
6. Sensei ni rei - the command to bow to the teacher
7. Shinzen ni rei - the command to bow to the pictures of the past masters

Meditation - meditating at the beginning and end or practice has many benefits. You are supposed to clear your mind of any concerns or problems so that you can concentrate on karate training. It is not a religious practice, it is just designed to help you concentrate. Some schools only meditate for a half minute, and some meditate for several minutes.

Safety tips
1. Keep your fingernails and toenails short.
2. Pay close attention to the teacher's instructions.
3. Do not fool around in class.
4. Concentrate when you practice sparring drills with an opponent so that you do not accidentally make contact.
5. Do not aim your punches, strikes, or kicks at your training partner's eyes, throat, groin, or knee joint.
6. Time your blocks correctly to that you block against your opponent's wrist, not his or her elbow joint.

Karate

2011-09-10T10:12:00.000-07:00

Part I

History of Karate
Karate and other fighting arts have been practiced for many years. What we call karate today may have begun in ancient India almost two thousand years ago. Many people believe karate was practiced by Buddhist monks in China to protect themselves against bandits. One Buddhist monk, Bodhidharma, traveled from India to China around the year A.D. 520. He settled at the Shaolin Monastery in China and taught Zen Buddhism to the monks there. He taught his fighting art to them as well. In time, the monks at Shaolin Monastery became strong fighters.
Over the next centuries, karate spread throughout China and was practiced by many people. A number of different karate-like styles developed during this time, and karate became well known. In China, people who practiced karate called it chuan'fa or kung-fu.
The Chinese did a lot of trading with the Okinawan people, whose island-home is only a few hundred miles off the coast of southern China. In time the people of Okinawa learned some of the fighting techniques from the Chinese and combined them with their own fighting system, called te, Since the Okinawans were ruled by the Japanese and not allowed to have weapons, they practiced karate to protect themselves. The development of karate continued on Okinawa until about 1900. At the beginning of the twentieth century, they started reaching karate in the Okinawan schools.
Okinawa has many famous karate masters. Perhaps the best known today is Giehin Funakoshi. Master Funakoshi was a school teacher. He traveled to Japan in 1922 and gave a demonstration of Okinawan karate at a national sports show. After that, he was asked to stay in Japan to teach karate. He never gave his style an official name, he just called it "karate," which means "empty hand" or fighting with weapons. His students named it "Shokotan," and so karate had a new name in Japan. Other famous teachers came to Japan from Okinawa and started other styles of karate. Today, the most popular karate styles in Japan are Shokotan, Shito Ryu, Goju Ryu and Wado Ryu. However many people practice other kinds of karate as well. Some other kinds of karate are Chito Ryu , Shorin Ryu, Sudokan, and Shirinji Kempo.
Karate spread to the United States after Workd War II. Many servicemen were stationed in Okinawa and Japan in the 1950s and 1960s and studied karate in their free time. About that time, many Okinawan and Japanese people who knew karate came to the United States. They began to teach karate in the US. Since that time, karate has become very popular in the US. In almost every small town, there is at least one karate club, and in big cities there are usually very many.

Why should I learn Karate?
The most popular reason for learning karate is self-defense. Have you ever felt bullied or physically threatened by someone? Learning karate is a great way to feel confident that you can protect yourself in such situations. Notice that I said the idea is to protect yourself, not to harm others. If you want to practice karate so that you can hurt another person, then you are practicing for wrong reason.
Karate is also a good way to develop self-control and physical fitness. To succeed in karate, you must discipline yourself to practice regularly and to listen carefully to what your instructor tells you. Though practicing karate can be a lot of hard work, the benefits make it worthwhile. After a couple of weeks of practice, you'll feel stronger and calmer, and you'll see your karate skills improve.

Getting ready for the Karate
      Karate is a martial arts, but it is very athletic. Therefore, body conditioning is important. In order to get the most from a training session, it is necessary to work as hard as possible and push yourself to the limit. You must pay close attewntion to the messages that your body sends. If you do not feel right during karate practice, it is good idea to checxk with your doctor to make sure that your weight is within the correct range. Remember that your body is growing and needs proper nutrition in order to perform at its best.

Part 2

The Uniform

What you should wear
     In karate, everyone wears the same uniform for training. The special uniform is called a karate gi. The traditional karate gi is all white, and most groups wear a patch to show which club or group they belong to. Sometimes you see colored gis or ones with fancy patterns like stars and stripes.
     Karate gis are made up of pants and a jacket. The pants have either a drawstring or elastic waist. If you have a drawstring waist, after pulling the pants on, the string on either side is pulled until the waist is tight. It is then tied through the small loop in front of the pants.
      The jacket has no buttons. It is fastened by strings on eighter side of the bottom. When you put the jacket on, make sure that the left side goes on the outside, so that the lapel goes from upper left to bottom right. Tie the strings on the bottom sides of the jacket with a square knot. This will keep the jacket from coming off. The belt is tied over the karate gi at the waist and holds everything together.

How to tie the Belt
     An important part of the karate uniform is the belt. The belt that comes with your karate gi is very long. It is tied in a special way. You must learn to tie the belt correctly, otherwise is may come untied in the middle of practice, and you will have to stop and tie it again.
     To tie your karate belt correctly, fidt he middle of the belt and hold it in front of the you with hands about a foot apart. Place the middle of the belt at your waist and wrap it around each side of the your body. Pass the ends of the belt behind you and around to the front. Hold the belt together in front of you as you tie the knot. To tie the knot, hold the left part on the top of the right. Pass the left section under both parts of the belt in front of your stomach. The belt will show be half tied. Take the part of the belt on the bottom and do the same thing again. (This is called a square knot.) When you are finished, both ends of the belt should be the same length and the belt ends should fall about halfway between your waist and knees. Some people like their belts longer or shorter, but it doesn't matter. The belt is there is keep your uniform together.

What the Different Colors Mean
     It shows their rank and how good they are at doing karate. Different groups use slightly different belt colors for the lower ranks, but from brown belt and above, the belt colors are pretty much the same in all schools. Remember - - it is not important if the school you join has different belt colors for the lower ranks. What is important is that you practice hard and pay close attention to what the instructor tells you.
     Let's see how the belt rank system works by looking at the International Shokotan Karate Federation (ISKF), a large group in North and South America that is a branch of the Japan Karate Association (JKA) in Japan. They all practice Shokotan karate. There are two kinds of ranks, those that are above black belt and those below black belt. The ranks below black belt are called kyu grades, and the ranks of black belt, and the above are called dan grades. The kyu grades start at eight and go down to one. So an eighth kyu is pretty much a beginner, but a first kyu is getting ready to take the test for black belt. In the ISKF, ungraded students wear white belts. Students who are eighth kyu wear yellow belts, Green belts are worn by sixth kyu students, and those who have trained long enough to be a fifth or fourth kyu wear purple belts. Third, second, and first kyu students wear brown belts. In some other groups, lower ranking students wear stripes on the tip of their belt to show that they are getting close to the next rank.
     Black belt ranks start at one and go as high as ten. In the ISKF and the JKA, all the dan holders just wear black belts. In some other groups, those are sixth, seventh, or eight dans wear a red and white belt, and those who are ninth or tenth degrees wear a solid red belt. Usually the instructors who are sixth degree and above are older then forty, and those are are eighth degree and above are usually in their fifties and sixties at least. An instructor who is a ninth degree is usually very old. Tenth degree holders are also very and old and there are not very many in the Okinawan/Japanese karate organizations.
     When you are passing through the kyu ranks on the way to black belt, you may change your belt colors several times in a couple of years. Black belt holders wait years between their promotions, and their belt color never changes.

What is a Friend?

2011-09-06T07:26:00.000-07:00

A friend is somebody who knows you
and likes you exactly the way that you are,
someone who's special and so close in
thought that no distance can ever seem far...
A friend understands you' without any words,
stands by you when things don't go right,
and willingly talks over problems with you,
till they somehow just vanish from sight...
And whether you're neighbors or live miles apart -
a word from a friend gives a lift to your heart
and your spirit that shows you once more
why friendship is life's dearest gift!

What is the recent activities in Macau?

2011-08-20T10:33:00.000-07:00

Activities to guide tourists visiting Macau

1. August 6-28, 2011 - Chinese Lion Dances and Portuguese Folk Dances
2. May 1 to October 2, 2011 - The Scientific Conceptions of Leonardo da Vinci 500 Yeas and Beyond at the
Macau Science Center
3. August 6, 2011 - Ono Lisa with Love
4. August 6, 2011 - Hed Kandi Pool Party
5. August 6, 2011 - Hong Kung Festival
6. August 24-28, 2011 - 2011 Macau Galaxy Entertainment FIVB World Grand Prix - Finals
7. August 19-20, 2011 - Love Makes the Moon More Beautiful
8. May 14 to September 18, 2011 - Ice World
9. August 6, 13, 2011 - Feast of Maidens and Feast of Hungry Ghosts
10. August 2-21, 2011 - Lou Kau Mansion Arts and Crafts Demonstrations in August: Deshuo Black
Pottery, Straw Handicrafts of Laizhuo.
(This is a partial only, continuation is next post)

historical places pics

2011-08-19T14:21:00.000-07:00

Leal de Senado Square publicly know San Malo

Holy House of Mercy

Ruins of Saint Paul publicly kown as Putol na Simbahan

Camoes Park

FRIEND

2011-08-17T09:50:00.000-07:00

Friends come and go......nothing permanent in this world,,,,,but it does not mean that if friends go they are lost,,,,,they are just somewhere around the world......for sure with their love ones......but it is so sad to think that friends are leaving......just treasure the memories when we are still together.....anyway they are not lost but just with their love ones.......i am only a friend....to share with.....to laugh with.....etc, but i cannot give the love that their love ones can give.......what is important they will be happy living together with their love ones......but friend always remember whenever u need someone to share, to cry, or to talk to i will be always here to listen......to support u.....because you are my friend.....a real friend.......not a friend when facing you but a friend forever.......you can always trust.......I LOVE U FRIEND. GOD BLESS U ALWAYS.

Transportation to and from Macau

2011-08-16T08:40:00.000-07:00

By Air
1. Macau International Airport
2. Helicopter Services
3. HongKong International Airport
a) Hongkong International Airport - Macau
b) TurboJet
c) The Cotai Strip CotaiJet
d) Hong Kong International Airport - Hongkong-Macau Ferry Terminal (Shun Tak Centre-Macau)

By Sea
1. To and From Hong Kong
a) TurboJet, CotaiJet and First Ferry

By Land
1. There are 2 gateways available, The Barrier Gate - 7am to midnight and the Cotai Frontier Post - 9am to 8pm, Buses and Taxi.

Turbo Jet

2011-08-15T09:38:00.000-07:00

Hongkong - Macau
(with departures every 15 minutes)

Fare Rates:
1. Day Sailings (Weekdays)
- VIP Cabin ( 6/4 seats) - $1,416/$944
- Super Class - $236
- Economy Class - $134
2. Day Sailings (Weekends & Holidays)
- VIP Cabin (6/4 seats) - $1,512/$1,008
- Super Class - $252
- Economy Class - $146
3. Night Sailings (Weekends and Holidays)
- VIP Cabin (6/4 seats) - $1,602/$1,068
- Super Class - $267
- Economy Class - $168

Macau - Hongkong
(with departures every 15 minutes)

Fare Rates:
1. Day Sailings (Weekdays)
- VIP Cabin ( 6/4 seats) - $1,464/$976
- Super Class - $244
- Economy Class - $142
2. Day Sailings (Weekends & Holidays)
- VIP Cabin (6/4 seats) - $1,5160/$1,040
- Super Class - $260
- Economy Class - $154
3. Night Sailings (Weekends and Holidays)
- VIP Cabin (6/4 seats) - $1,650/$1,100
- Super Class - $275
- Economy Class - $176

What is Breast Cancer?

2011-08-13T09:30:00.000-07:00

Breast cancer is an uncontrolled growth of breast cells.

Cancer occurs as a result of mutations, or abnormal changes, in the genes responsible for regulating the growth of cells and keeping them healthy. The genes are in each cell’s nucleus, which acts as the “control room” of each cell. Normally, the cells in our bodies replace themselves through an orderly process of cell growth: healthy new cells take over as old ones die out. But over time, mutations can “turn on” certain genes and “turn off” others in a cell. That changed cell gains the ability to keep dividing without control or order, producing more cells just like it and forming a tumor.

A tumor can be benign (not dangerous to health) or malignant (has the potential to be dangerous). Benign tumors are not considered cancerous: their cells are close to normal in appearance, they grow slowly, and they do not invade nearby tissues or spread to other parts of the body. Malignant tumors are cancerous. Left unchecked, malignant cells eventually can spread beyond the original tumor to other parts of the body.

The term “breast cancer” refers to a malignant tumor that has developed from cells in the breast. Usually breast cancer either begins in the cells of the lobules, which are the milk-producing glands, or the ducts, the passages that drain milk from the lobules to the nipple. Less commonly, breast cancer can begin in the stromal tissues, which include the fatty and fibrous connective tissues of the breast.

BENEFITS OF REFLEXOLOGY

2011-08-12T23:38:00.000-07:00

The Benefits of Reflexology:

1. Encourages the body to heal any current disorders.
2. Relieves the effects of stress.
3. Improves the immune system.
4. Relieves pain.
5. Encourages better circulation
6. Improves bowel movements.
7. Eliminates waste products from the body.
8. Clears the body of toxins.
9. Improves nerve stimulation.
10. Promotes general relaxation.
11. Creates stronger bonds with children.
12. Promotes basic hands-on human interaction.
13. Assist post-operative recovery by decreasing pain and increasing healing.

What is Reflexology?

2011-08-11T17:31:00.000-07:00

Reflexology is the technique of applying gentle pressure to reflex areas on the feet or hands to bring about a state of deep relaxation and to stimulate the body's own healing processes. It is a natural therapy that can also facilitate more vital energy, help boost the immune system and create a stronger body and calmer mind.

Reflexology is a safe, natural therapy the helps to give your body what it needs - that might be conceiving or carrying a baby to full term, a reduction in the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, assistance in losing weight or in feeling younger and looking healthier.

Food

2011-08-08T22:57:00.000-07:00

Meat Pies Recipe (Tagalog)

Mga Sangkap: 150g arina, 50g butter, 1 kutsarang asukal, 1-2 kutsarang tubig, 1 binating itlog, 2/3 latang giniling na baboy, kaunting tart moulds

Paraan sa Pagluto:
1. Salain sa mesa ang arina. Ilagay ang asukal, butter at tubig sa gitna. Haluing mabuti hanggang maging malambot na masa.
2. I-rolyo ang masa ng pahaba. Hatiin ng 5-7 na parte, i-rolyo ng manipis na pabilog. Hiwain ang natitirang masa sa habang 1' x 7".
3. Ayusin ang balat ng partry sa minantikang tart moulds. Ihurno ang pastry ng 6 minuto at hanguin at ilagay ang giniling na baboy. Ilagay ang pahabang masa sa ibabaw ng palaman. Ipahid ang binating itlog at ibalik ang mga tarts sa hurno. Ihurno sa init na 160 to 170 degrees Celsius ng 10-12 minuto hanggang maluto.

HYPERTENSION

2011-08-08T11:22:00.000-07:00

Hypertension is the term used to describe high blood pressure.

Blood pressure is a measurement of the force against the walls of your arteries as your heart pumps blood through your body.

Blood pressure readings are usually given as two numbers -- for example, 120 over 80 (written as 120/80 mmHg). One or both of these numbers can be too high.

The top number is called the systolic blood pressure, and the bottom number is called the diastolic blood pressure.

Normal blood pressure is when your blood pressure is lower than 120/80 mmHg most of the time.
High blood pressure (hypertension) is when your blood pressure is 140/90 mmHg or above most of the time.
If your blood pressure numbers are 120/80 or higher, but below 140/90, it is called pre-hypertension.

If you have pre-hypertension, you are more likely to develop high blood pressure.

If you have heart or kidney problems, or if you had a stroke, your doctor may want your blood pressure to be even lower than that of people who do not have these conditions.

Causes, incidence, and risk factors

Many factors can affect blood pressure, including:

How much water and salt you have in your body
The condition of your kidneys, nervous system, or blood vessels
The levels of different body hormones

You are more likely to be told your blood pressure is too high as you get older. This is because your blood vessels become stiffer as you age. When that happens, your blood pressure goes up. High Blood Pressure increases your chance of having a stroke, heart attack, heart failure, kidney disease, and early death.

You have a higher risk of high blood pressure if you:

Are African American
Are obese
Are often stressed or anxious
Drink too much alcohol (more than one drink per day for women and more than two drinks per day for men)
Eat too much salt in your diet
Have a family history of high blood pressure
Have diabetes
Smoke

Most of the time, no cause of high blood pressure is found. This is called essential hypertension.

High blood pressure that is caused by another medical condition or medication is called secondary hypertension. Secondary hypertension may be due to:

Chronic Kidney Disease
Disorders of the adrenal gland
Pregnancy
Medications such as birth control pills, diet pills, some cold medications, and migraine medications
Narrowed artery that supplies blood to the kidney

Symptoms

Most of the time, there are no symptoms. For most patients, high blood pressure is found when they visit their health care provider or have it checked elsewhere.

Because there are no symptoms, people can develop heart disease and kidney problems without knowing they have high blood pressure.

If you have a severe headache, nausea or vomiting, bad headache, confusion, changes in your vision, or nosebleeds you may have a severe and dangerous form of high blood pressure called malignant hypertension.

Signs and tests

Your health care provider will check your blood pressure several times before diagnosing you with high blood pressure. It is normal for your blood pressure to be different depending on the time of day.

Blood pressure readings taken at home may be a better measure of your current blood pressure than those taken at your doctor's office. Make sure you get a good quality, well-fitting home device. It should have the proper sized cuff and a digital readout.

Practice with your health care provider or nurse to make sure you are taking your blood pressure correctly. See also:Blood pressure monitors for home

Your doctor will perform a physical exam to look for signs of heart disease, damage to the eyes, and other changes in your body.

Tests may be done to look for:

High cholesterol levels
Heart disease, such as an echocardiogram or electrocardiogram
Kidney disease, such as a basic metabolic panel and urinalysis or ultrasound of the kidneys

Treatment

The goal of treatment is to reduce blood pressure so that you have a lower risk of complications. You and your health care provider should set a blood pressure goal for you.

If you have pre-hypertension, your health care provider will recommend lifestyle changes to bring your blood pressure down to a normal range. Medicines are rarely used for pre-hypertension.

You can do many things to help control your blood pressure, including:

Eat a heart-healthy diet, including potassium and fiber, and drink plenty of water.
Exercise regularly -- at least 30 minutes of aerobic exercise a day.
If you smoke, quit -- find a program that will help you stop.
Limit how much alcohol you drink -- one drink a day for women, two a day for men.
Limit the amount of sodium (salt) you eat -- aim for less than 1,500 mg per day.
Reduce stress -- try to avoid things that cause you stress. You can also try meditation or yoga.
Stay at a healthy body weight -- find a weight-loss program to help you, if you need it.

Your health care provider can help you find programs for losing weight, stopping smoking, and exercising. You can also get a referral from your doctor to a dietitian, who can help you plan a diet that is healthy for you.

There are many different medicines that can be used to treat high blood pressure.

Often, a single blood pressure drug may not be enough to control your blood pressure, and you may need to take two or more drugs. It is very important that you take the medications prescribed to you. If you have side effects, your health care provider can substitute a different medication.

Expectations (prognosis)

Most of the time, high blood pressure can be controlled with medicine and lifestyle changes.

Complications

When blood pressure is not well controlled, you are at risk for:

Bleeding from the aorta, the large blood vessel that supplies blood to the abdomen, pelvis, and legs
Chronic kidney disease
Heart attack and heart failure
Poor blood supply to the legs
Stroke
Problems with your vision

Cerebrovascular Disease

2011-08-08T11:07:00.000-07:00

Cerebrovascular disease (CVD) includes all disorders in which an area of the brain is transiently or permanently affected by ischemia or bleeding and one or more of the cerebral blood vessels are involved in the pathological process.

CVD is the third leading cause of death after heart disease and malignancy and it is estimated that an average of 500,000 new strokes will occur each year in the USA. CVD is the most disabling of all neurologic diseases. Approximately 50% of survivors have a residual neurologic deficit and greater than 25% require chronic care.

Stroke incidence and mortality are declining primarily due to the successful treatment of HTN and control of risk factors.

About Gout Arthritis

2011-08-07T10:18:00.000-07:00

What is gout?

Gout is a kind of arthritis. It can cause an attack of sudden burning pain, stiffness, and swelling in a joint, usually a big toe. These attacks can happen over and over unless gout is treated. Over time, they can harm your joints, tendons, and other tissues. Gout is most common in men.

What causes gout?

Gout is caused by too much uric acid in the blood. Most of the time, having too much uric acid is not harmful. Many people with high levels in their blood never get gout. But when uric acid levels in the blood are too high, the uric acid may form hard crystals in your joints.

Your chances of getting gout are higher if you are overweight, drink too much alcohol, or eat too much meat and fish that are high in chemicals called purines. Some medicines, such as water pills (diuretics), can also bring on gout.

What are the symptoms?

The most common sign of gout is a nighttime attack of swelling, tenderness, redness, and sharp pain in your big toe. You can also get gout attacks in your foot, ankle, or knees. The attacks can last a few days or many weeks before the pain goes away. Another attack may not happen for months or years.

See your doctor even if your pain from gout is gone. The buildup of uric acid that led to your gout attack can still harm your joints.

How is gout diagnosed?

Your doctor will ask questions about your symptoms and do a physical exam. Your doctor may also take a sample of fluid from your joint to look for uric acid crystals. This is the best way to test for gout. Your doctor may also do a blood test to measure the amount of uric acid in your blood.

How is it treated?

To stop a gout attack, your doctor can give you a shot of corticosteroids, or prescribe a large daily dose of one or more medicines. The doses will get smaller as your symptoms go away. Relief from a gout attack often begins within 24 hours if you start treatment right away.

To ease the pain during a gout attack, rest the joint that hurts. Taking ibuprofen or another anti-inflammatory medicine can also help you feel better. But don't take aspirin. It can make gout worse by raising the uric acid level in the blood.

To prevent future attacks, your doctor can prescribe a medicine to reduce uric acid buildup in your blood. If your doctor prescribes medicine to lower your uric acid levels, be sure to take it as directed. Most people continue to take this medicine for the rest of their lives.

Paying attention to what you eat may help you manage your gout. Eat moderate amounts of a healthy mix of foods to control your weight and get the nutrients you need. Avoid regular daily intake of meat, seafood, and alcohol (especially beer). Drink plenty of water and other fluids.

FOODS TO AVOID TO PREVENT ARTHRITIS

2011-08-06T10:10:00.000-07:00

Avoid the following common foods to prevent arthritis:

1. Sugar
2. Caffeine
3. Citrus
4. Salt
5. Red Meat
6. Additives
7. Softdrinks
8. Corn
9. Flour

Some said that nightshades cause the problem but it is not true it just a belief long time ago, but if you eat these foods and feel something bad reaction to your body within 24 hours its means you have an allergy to these:

1. Eggplants
2. Red Peppers
3. Tomatoes
4. White Potatoes
5. Tobacco

If a person suffers arthritis because the sugar has become the major part of their diet and the consumption of soda pop has become widespread.

Drinking a regular Soda a day is taking 11-13 teaspoons of sugar a day.

Read the labels contained on the foods you are buying in your local grocery. Be especially careful and avoid as much food as possible that contains preservatives and/or additives. (Take an extra careful look at labels on ice cream and candy for example.) The more natural your diet in terms of the food you eat, the greater your chances are of defeating arthritis.

Those meals you buy that can just be “popped” into the oven are also something you should avoid if possible. Some contain as much as 1200 mg of sodium and as much as 60 mg of cholesterol. (You might consider some of the other health factors at play here and not just your arthritis.)

Food

2011-08-05T11:15:00.000-07:00

Braised Prime Ribs and Eggplants in Black Bean Paste

Ingredients: 300g prime ribs, 240g eggplants, 1 shallot (sliced), 1 stalk spring onion (sectioned). 1 tbsp black
bean paste (1tbsp water)

Marinade: 1/2 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice wine.

Seasoning: 3/4 cup water, 2 tsp sugar, 1/2 tbsp light soy sauce, a dash of sesame oil, a pinch of pepper

Method:

1. Rinse and chop prime ribs into chunks, marinade well then deep fry briefly with plenty of oil. Remove for later use.
2. Trim and rinse eggplants, drain, cut into chunks then deep fry briefly.
3. Heat 2 tbsp oil to saute shallot slices, spring onion sections and black bean paste, add in prime ribs, sprinkle wine and pour in seasoning. Bring ingredients to boil, lower heat to simmer til tender, then add in eggplant and braise till ingredients done and sauce thicken. Dish up and serve.

Food

2011-08-01T09:37:00.000-07:00

Food

- food is important in our health, but we have to be careful of the food we are eating, Many nowadays died due to food eaten. I want to share some simple recipes but very helpful for our body.

The following are recipes that can help our body but still delicious:

Shrimps Toasts with Cumin

Ingredients: 12 shrimps (med) Seasoning: 2 tsbsps cumin

450 g shelled shrimps 2 tbsps wine

3 slices bread 1 tsp salt

1 lettuce 1 tsp ginger juice

2 tsps caltrop starch

1 egg white

Procedure:

1. Shell and devein medium shrimps, leaving the tails intact. Butterly them. Rinse in lightly salted water and drain. Mix with caltrop starch.

2. Devein shelled shrimps and mash with knife. Mix with seasoning and stir into paste.

3. Wash lettuce and place into plate.

4. Cut each slice of bread into square quarters. Spread some shrimp paste on each quarter. Then put the shrimp on it (with a tail facing upward). Deep fry over low heat until shrimps are done. Put shrimps toasts on lettuce and serve.

Benefit: It benefits and warms the stomach. It is effective in curing those with weak digestive ability, stomach ache and abdominal pain.

What is on July 2011

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Highlights

The wonderful programs in July, such as various performances, exhibitions and tourism activities, will surely make your holidays in Macau a pleasant one. The recently introduced "Fishing Boat Cruise' is for visitors to enjoy Macau's coastal scenery; and you can enjoy Asia pop star Sammi Cheng's Love Mi Sammi Cheng World Tour 2011 Macau'. Also you should not miss "Legend Fighting Championship 5' and 'Ice World'.

The Old Court Building, with its historical significance, is now turned into an art gallery and presents the exhibition 'A Decade of Glory: 2011 Macau Annual Art Exhibition'. Dom Pedro V Theatre, part of Macau World Heritage, will present beautiful classical music to you; while four famous Shandong artists will show their traditional handicraft skills at Lou Kau Mansion, Chinese Lion Dances and Portuguese Folk Dance performance will be presented every weekend at the A-Ma Temple and the Ruins of St. Paul's.

And it's time to go the 'The 2nd Macau Computer and Electronics Fair 2011', 2011 'Guangdong & Macau Branded Products Fair', 'Taipa Flea Market' and ' Mercadores Art Fair'! Also, you should not miss the only Jade-themed exhibition in the world - China Jade Culture Festival'. Moreover, World-heritage Casa Garden and historical building Albergue SCM Gallery are presenting exhibitions where heritage and art come together!

Many more to come! Join us and experience Macau!

June 24 to July 24 - Macau Fishing Boat Cruise - Saturdays (11am and 3:30pm), Sundays (11am, 1:30pm & 3:30pm), Voyage duration (90 minutes) Starting Point (Ilha Verde Dockyard), Admission (MOP10), Tickets available on Thursdays and Fridays at Esplanade (Tuck shop outside Maritime Museum).

July 2-31 - Chinese Lion Dances and Portuguese - Folk Dances - July 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 (Saturdays), Duration - 20 minutes, Barra Square (A-Ma Temple - 3:00pm, Ruins of St. Paul's - 4:00pm.