Jessie Voigts's Blog, page 126
July 23, 2018
Hack It! Top 5 Travel Apps
Are you planning a trip to check out one of the stunning glaciers in Iceland or a marvelous island spot in the Maldives? Travel can be a great way to bond with your family and take the stress off from a busy routine. Arranging an excursion can be time-consuming, especially with a plethora of things to consider like recreational activities, travel bookings, hotel arrangements, etc. But fret not, because we've got you covered with 5 awesome travel ap...
Momos: 5 Things You Need to Know About this Nepalese Favorite
Palm-sized, circular dumplings that are pulled together in a swirling flourish at the top – Nepalese momos are an edible work of art. Tucked inside each delectable one is a mixture of fresh ingredients that are cooked before being stuffed inside the thin dumpling dough, to ensure the filling stays moist once they're steamed.
Jyoti Pathak, author of Taste of Nepal (Hippocrene Book Publishing, 2007), notes that the humble momo (म:म: in Nepalese), also kno...
July 17, 2018
Making a Life in Education
Education is a fundamental piece of modern life. Most people begin school around age six, but oftentimes one will begin in preschool around the age of 4 or 5. Education is essential to the growth and development of a nation, and there is always a need for more educators. A career in education will not only benefit your own life, but the lives of all the students you encounter in your career. This article will explore reasons why you should consider a...
A Real Father's Love
The much-loved FATHER – Stratis Evangelinelis – of my dear friend and host here in Athens – Christos Evangelinelis died this week after several dignified weeks in which he had the grace and good-will to say "good-bye" to his family, long-time friends, and former students and colleagues.
This amazing man led a family that "adopted" me during months when I lived in Athens related to my art-work here. This family allowed me to experience the joy of FAMI...
July 16, 2018
Flying Into Canada? Three Things You Need To Know
Visiting a new country can be truly exciting. This is especially true if you are visiting for the first time. With amazing cultures, bustling cities, scenic national parks, and tasty cuisine, it really is no surprise that more and more travelers are opting to fly into Canada. That being said, if this is your first time flying into Canada, you need to prepare. You don’t want to find yourself in unfamiliar territory without knowing what to expect. Kno...
Oh No! All You Need to Know about Food Poisoning During Travel
We’ve all been there (if you haven’t, then you’re very lucky). It strikes when you least expect it – and if you’re traveling, it ruins your journey. Whether you’ve had food poisoning on holiday or at home, it’s unpleasant – to say the least. No need to regale with tales. We've been there. However, we absolutely LOVE to try new foods when we travel - this is an unpleasant (and hopefully rare) occurrence that can happen to anyone.
Living the Questions: Music for the Journey
Living the questions: that's a philosophical concept – or at least, suggestion – which shows up in many ways people have tried to understand life across the centuries. Music is, or can be, a part of living with and through questions, both as companion and as source of ideas.
Often, in this series of stories, the idea of questions has come up. As unexpected changes continue in the world's political and social spheres, here are four more songs which ha...
5 Awesome Bulletin Board Decoration Ideas You Should Explore
Do you want to make learning fun? If yes, then you need to think out of the box. You want to encourage your students to learn. One of the best ways to make education fun is by coming up with attractive classroom bulletin boards that enhance what they are studying, whether it is literature, nature's elements, sociology, history, math, etc.
The reason you need to focus on the bulletin boards is that they are the first thing that the students will come...
July 15, 2018
Photographer of the Month: Nic Sagodic
Nic Sagodic has been running his own landscaping business for about 5 years now. In his free time, Nic likes to skateboard, hike, hammock, and anything that has to do with the outdoors. Photography has given Nic many opportunities to meet new people, explore our beautiful country, and to make a living, too.
When you look at Nic's photos, you first see beauty. But then when you look more closely, you see how he is able to capture t...
July 14, 2018
Visiting Iceland: All you need to know about glaciers
The magic of a moving glacier is mesmerising. It's one of the main reasons people venture onto the small island of Iceland. 11% of the country is covered in ice, which accounts for a dozen icecaps and around 400 glaciers.
Many sit on top of volcanoes, perched inside the calderas waiting to spill over the edge. In fact, high up volcanic craters are a great places for glaciers to form. They are cold enough for snow to fall and not melt, due to their...
