28 May 2008
30 de Mayo, Día de Canarias
Hola a tod@s,
Estoy de vuelta. Ya lo sé , hace muchisimo tiempo que no me he puesto en el blog. Pues yo estaba 3 semanas de baja (por dolores faciales y que sigo teniendo hasta que me arreglan toda mi boca).
El viernes libraré (un fin de semana larga). El 30 de mayo es el Día de Canarias, y también el día de San Fernando (el pueblo donde nació mi marido). Así que el viernes estaré en la fiesta vestida de canaria. Allí se celebrará el gran asadero popular de pescado, con gofio y papas arrugadas, amenizado por parrandas y la Banda de Agaete. Iré con mis amig@s, a nosotros no nos gusta hacer cola durante 2 horas para obtener un platito de pescado o una cerveza, así que nosotros llevamos nuestra propia comida (ensaladilla rusa, tortilla de papas, papas arrugadas y toda la bebida) y haremos nuestra barbacoa. El sábado pasado fue la Romería, eso si que era bonita, todas las carrozas con comida para entregar a la iglesia y la gente vestido típico de canarias. Entre cada carroza había un grupo de músicos. En la nuestra iba 200 personas, cantando, riéndose, bebiendo y comiendo. Después de la ofrenda seguimos la fiesta hasta las 3 de la mañana .....
Anja
Estoy de vuelta. Ya lo sé , hace muchisimo tiempo que no me he puesto en el blog. Pues yo estaba 3 semanas de baja (por dolores faciales y que sigo teniendo hasta que me arreglan toda mi boca).
El viernes libraré (un fin de semana larga). El 30 de mayo es el Día de Canarias, y también el día de San Fernando (el pueblo donde nació mi marido). Así que el viernes estaré en la fiesta vestida de canaria. Allí se celebrará el gran asadero popular de pescado, con gofio y papas arrugadas, amenizado por parrandas y la Banda de Agaete. Iré con mis amig@s, a nosotros no nos gusta hacer cola durante 2 horas para obtener un platito de pescado o una cerveza, así que nosotros llevamos nuestra propia comida (ensaladilla rusa, tortilla de papas, papas arrugadas y toda la bebida) y haremos nuestra barbacoa. El sábado pasado fue la Romería, eso si que era bonita, todas las carrozas con comida para entregar a la iglesia y la gente vestido típico de canarias. Entre cada carroza había un grupo de músicos. En la nuestra iba 200 personas, cantando, riéndose, bebiendo y comiendo. Después de la ofrenda seguimos la fiesta hasta las 3 de la mañana .....
Anja
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27 May 2008
Children Things
Buenos días a todos,
Today I thought I would post some comments of children. This is how these little felows see the world... hope you enjoy.
"While driving my five-year-old daughter to school one morning there was a commercial on the radio for an area church. At the end they gave out their phone number and my daughter got all excited and shouted, "I didn't know Jesus had a number." She is now nine and I still get a big kick out of it."
"One morning, my three-year-old son, Christopher, got up very early while I was getting ready for work. My husband was still in bed as well as our three-month-old son. I kept telling Christopher to be quiet or he would wake them up. I reached into a cabinet to get his plate and glass, and accidentally dropped a plastic bowl on the counter. It made a very loud noise and Christopher said to me, "Is that being quiet?" I couldn't say anything for a minute because I was trying not to laugh, and he said it again!"
"When my cousin Joe was about three years old, he was with his mom at his Grandpa's house. His grandpa is an opera singer and was getting into his tux for a big event. Joe's mom said "When Grandpa comes out, tell him he looks smashing!" When his grandpa came out he looked at him and said, "Grandpa, you look all squashed up!" His mom burst out laughing while her dad sat there confused.
"My middle son, who was three and a half, was wrestling with Dada, my father. Dada was sitting on the floor against the couch while my son attacked him from the top of the couch. After a few minutes my son stopped and started looking at the back of Dada's head and asked, "Dada, did you get your hair cut?" My father was a little confused and answered, "Why do you ask?"My son looked up and declared, "Because Dada, they cut too much off. There is a lot of skin showing back here!"
"One day, my daughter and I were at a restaurant. She wanted her favorite food which was grilled cheese. As the waitress was leaving, my daughter turned to me and asked, "Mom, why do they only make 'girl' cheese? Why don't they make 'boy' cheese?" The waitress and I could not stop laughing.
"It was time to take medicine and as usual my daughter was against it. As I put the medicine to her lips, she covered her mouth with her arm and yelled, "No Mommy it's my mouth!" I was laughing too hard to give her the medicine after that."
"We are Canadian and my 20-month-old son loves to sing "Oh Canada" (the national anthem). One day he heard someone say, "Oh crap" and for some reason he must have thought the two were related, because for the rest of the day he sang, "Oh Can-A-Crap!"
Hasta la vista!
Today I thought I would post some comments of children. This is how these little felows see the world... hope you enjoy.
"While driving my five-year-old daughter to school one morning there was a commercial on the radio for an area church. At the end they gave out their phone number and my daughter got all excited and shouted, "I didn't know Jesus had a number." She is now nine and I still get a big kick out of it."
"One morning, my three-year-old son, Christopher, got up very early while I was getting ready for work. My husband was still in bed as well as our three-month-old son. I kept telling Christopher to be quiet or he would wake them up. I reached into a cabinet to get his plate and glass, and accidentally dropped a plastic bowl on the counter. It made a very loud noise and Christopher said to me, "Is that being quiet?" I couldn't say anything for a minute because I was trying not to laugh, and he said it again!"
"When my cousin Joe was about three years old, he was with his mom at his Grandpa's house. His grandpa is an opera singer and was getting into his tux for a big event. Joe's mom said "When Grandpa comes out, tell him he looks smashing!" When his grandpa came out he looked at him and said, "Grandpa, you look all squashed up!" His mom burst out laughing while her dad sat there confused.
"My middle son, who was three and a half, was wrestling with Dada, my father. Dada was sitting on the floor against the couch while my son attacked him from the top of the couch. After a few minutes my son stopped and started looking at the back of Dada's head and asked, "Dada, did you get your hair cut?" My father was a little confused and answered, "Why do you ask?"My son looked up and declared, "Because Dada, they cut too much off. There is a lot of skin showing back here!"
"One day, my daughter and I were at a restaurant. She wanted her favorite food which was grilled cheese. As the waitress was leaving, my daughter turned to me and asked, "Mom, why do they only make 'girl' cheese? Why don't they make 'boy' cheese?" The waitress and I could not stop laughing.
"It was time to take medicine and as usual my daughter was against it. As I put the medicine to her lips, she covered her mouth with her arm and yelled, "No Mommy it's my mouth!" I was laughing too hard to give her the medicine after that."
"We are Canadian and my 20-month-old son loves to sing "Oh Canada" (the national anthem). One day he heard someone say, "Oh crap" and for some reason he must have thought the two were related, because for the rest of the day he sang, "Oh Can-A-Crap!"
Hasta la vista!
Ruth
17 May 2008
I'm still in the mood for poems...
Here's another poem...LIFE'S TOO SHORT
by Simon Hayes
Life's too short for arguments,
And playing silly games.
Complaining, swearing, cursing people,
Calling people names.
The world has no patience,
For insolent, arrogant fools.
Anyone who is disobedient,
Or doesn't play by the rules.
What goes around, comes around,
I'm sure that's how it goes.
Remember that when someone,
Is really getting up your nose.
'Cause life's too short for arguments,
And playing silly games.
There is no need to bicker,
And shoot everyone down in flames.
by Simon Hayes
Life's too short for arguments,
And playing silly games.
Complaining, swearing, cursing people,
Calling people names.
The world has no patience,
For insolent, arrogant fools.
Anyone who is disobedient,
Or doesn't play by the rules.
What goes around, comes around,
I'm sure that's how it goes.
Remember that when someone,
Is really getting up your nose.
'Cause life's too short for arguments,
And playing silly games.
There is no need to bicker,
And shoot everyone down in flames.
HOPE YOU HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!
16 May 2008
A little poem...
Just a little something to reflect my mood this week... :-)
Some folks are never happy,
They always have complaints,
I'm glad that I'm not one of them,
Although I'm not a saint.
I listen to them daily,
They ask for my advice,
I tell them once, the way it is,
And then they argue twice.
They have such negativity,
Or is it just a game,
To see if they can get to me,
And drive me quite insane?
It's like an epidemic,
That doesn't have a cure,
This sickness spreads like wildfire,
Of that you can be sure.
When one complains to someone else,
It sets them all on edge,
That person meets somebody else,
And this complaining spreads.
Now here I am, the guilty one,
Complaining in this rhyme,
I'm guilty of a greater charge,
Committing this same crime.
By David Ronald Bruce Pekrul
Some folks are never happy,
They always have complaints,
I'm glad that I'm not one of them,
Although I'm not a saint.
I listen to them daily,
They ask for my advice,
I tell them once, the way it is,
And then they argue twice.
They have such negativity,
Or is it just a game,
To see if they can get to me,
And drive me quite insane?
It's like an epidemic,
That doesn't have a cure,
This sickness spreads like wildfire,
Of that you can be sure.
When one complains to someone else,
It sets them all on edge,
That person meets somebody else,
And this complaining spreads.
Now here I am, the guilty one,
Complaining in this rhyme,
I'm guilty of a greater charge,
Committing this same crime.
By David Ronald Bruce Pekrul
14 May 2008
Raving Reviews!!!
Take a look at just a few of our reviews that I've just found on the Internet:
- "We've stayed at Club Vista Serena twice and loved it both times. Apartments are well equipped and spacious and have either a balcony or terrace where you can sit out and enjoy the Canarian sunshine. Whole resort is very clean, pool area never feels overcrowded, all in all a relaxing place to stay. Resort is located near other self catering resorts about 5 minutes drive to Meloneras where there's a great selection of restaurants to choose from. Pool bar also serves wide selection of cheap food which they'll even deliver to your apartment for you to enjoy on your balcony.Staff are very friendly and welcoming and always happy to help."
- "The Club Vista Serena is a small but very friendly resort. The staff are extremely helpful and go out of their way to make your stay a pleasant one.The resort is small and quite intimate however it is set out in a way to still give you privacy if you want it.The pool is large enough to cope however there are plenty of loungers with shade umbrellas for everyone although some people still think it is the done thing to reserve loungers (wish these folk would just stay at home!).The rooms are of a good size and have everything you need. Not that you should cook much as there are some very good restaurants including the pool bar restaurant which served excellent food and at great prices.The Club Vista Serena is in a quiet location however well within walking distance of bars/restaurants and please make sure you use the local taxis as they are the cheapest I have ever known.All in all an excellent quiet friendly resort."
- "This was our 2nd visit and we came back to exactly the same apartment overlooking the pool. We have 2 young children under 4 and the resort offered us the perfect place to relax. Our apartment balcony overlooked the baby pool and made for really easy entertainment - sun loungers for us, splashing about for the kids. Staff are all lovely, the place is beautifully cared for and landscaped, renovations are constantly underway and it feels small, safe and easy. Certainly a cut above the surrounding apartment complexes. The small reception shop is open 24hrs a day and makes life very convenient."
- "We have just returned from this resort it was excellent clean and friendly. If you want kids entertainment then this is probably not the place for you. The pool bar offers good basic food but we had a car and went out and about. The apartment was well equipped and the only ones I would not go for are the ones behind the pool bar numbers 1-4. These have no view and get cooking smells I guess. The staff were on 24 hours and so the place felt secure. The cleaning was frequent and the apartments have plenty of storage and good sized balconies. We had an excellent holiday and I am surprised that the island has so much to offer as well as excellent weather."
- "Having read the various reports and widely ranging views I did wonder what to expect when we arrived. We found a small, quiet, clean resort. The apartments are small but well equipped. Note that satellite TV consists only of Eurosport and Sky News, no Sky Sports channels. The pool bar seemed popular although we didn't eat there and drinks were reasonably priced. Faro II shopping centre, a short walk away, isn't fantastic for shops or Restaurants although we had a lovely meal at Michel Angelo Restaurant. Give the Mexican Restaurant a miss - that was poor. Very good facilities on last day if you have a late flight - check out 11am, luggage room and courtesy showers/towels. They work very hard at keeping you entertained - probably 3 star+."
- "My partner and I spent an excellent week in this recently re-furbished resort. Though the resort is small, the apartments are superbly equipped and maintained to a high standard. The main pool is a good size for swimming and the children's pool perfect for them. Both of these and the surrounding area were thoroughly cleaned every day and this included removing all sun beds and washing down the area. (Plenty of sun beds - no need to 'towel nab'!) Small, friendly restaurant offering a good choice.The 'Faro 2' complex of shops and restaurants is only a short walk away, as is the new entertainment complex; lots of attractions nearby. Taxis are cheap for those who want to venture further a field, e.g. Playa del Ingles or Maspalomas. The little shop is "open all hours" - literally, being manned by the Reception staff - excellent if you arrive off a late flight. All staff are keen to please and any requests are dealt with quickly and cheerfully.Perfect resort if you'd like to be out of the buzz, but within striking distance of the busier areas. Peace, perfect peace at nights too!"
- "Myself and my husband stayed at the Vista Serena this Christmas and it was excellent. The accommodation was well equipped and very clean. The service we received from the staff was friendly and efficient. We have already booked to go again next Christmas."
- "Very nice friendly apartments, in excellent condition, very clean & well equipped. Heated pool that really was heated & plenty of sun loungers. These apartments are in a nice quiet area but with regular buses stopping nearby to take you to the resort centre; I rented a car & would recommend doing so for convenience if you are staying in Club Vista Serena. The reception & well stocked shop is open 24/7, prices in the shop are good & the reception is very friendly. A well stocked library of DVDs that can be selected in reception to be played in the rooms, along with a good few English channels on the TV. I would recommend these apartments & will be returning as soon as possible."
So...what are you waiting for...BOOK NOW :-)
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12 May 2008
Things aren't always what they seem
Buenas tardes a todos,
I hope you had a good weekend; here the weather is getting warmer and warmer and people are enjoying their stay here.
Today I'm giving you a nice story to think about it. Hopoe you enjoy it as much as I did.
Two traveling angels stopped to spend the night in the home of a wealthy family.The family was rude and refused to let the angels stay in the mansion's guest room. Instead the angels were given a small space in the cold basement.As they made their bed on the hard floor, the older angel saw a hole in the wall and repaired it. When the younger angel asked why, the older angel replied,'Things aren't always what they seem.'The next night the pair came to rest at the house of a very poor, but very hospitable farmer and his wife. After sharing what little food they had the couple let the angels sleep in their bed where they could have a good night's rest. When the sun came up the next morning the angels found the farmer and his wife in tears. Their only cow, whose milk had been their sole income, lay dead in the field.The younger angel was infuriated and asked the older angel how could you have let this happen? The first man had everything, yet you helped him, he accused.The second family had little but was willing to share everything, and you let the cow die. 'Things aren't always what they seem,' the older angel replied.'When we stayed in the basement of the mansion, I noticed there was gold stored in that hole in the wall.Since the owner was so obsessed with greed and unwilling to share his good fortune, I sealed the wall so he wouldn't find it.''Then last night as we slept in the farmers bed, the angel of death came for his wife. I gave him the cow instead.Things aren't always what they seem.' Sometimes that is exactly what happens when things don't turn out the way they should. If you have faith, you just need to trust that every out come is always to your advantage. You just might not know it until some time later...
I think it is a nice story to begin the week with.
I hope you had a good weekend; here the weather is getting warmer and warmer and people are enjoying their stay here.
Today I'm giving you a nice story to think about it. Hopoe you enjoy it as much as I did.
Two traveling angels stopped to spend the night in the home of a wealthy family.The family was rude and refused to let the angels stay in the mansion's guest room. Instead the angels were given a small space in the cold basement.As they made their bed on the hard floor, the older angel saw a hole in the wall and repaired it. When the younger angel asked why, the older angel replied,'Things aren't always what they seem.'The next night the pair came to rest at the house of a very poor, but very hospitable farmer and his wife. After sharing what little food they had the couple let the angels sleep in their bed where they could have a good night's rest. When the sun came up the next morning the angels found the farmer and his wife in tears. Their only cow, whose milk had been their sole income, lay dead in the field.The younger angel was infuriated and asked the older angel how could you have let this happen? The first man had everything, yet you helped him, he accused.The second family had little but was willing to share everything, and you let the cow die. 'Things aren't always what they seem,' the older angel replied.'When we stayed in the basement of the mansion, I noticed there was gold stored in that hole in the wall.Since the owner was so obsessed with greed and unwilling to share his good fortune, I sealed the wall so he wouldn't find it.''Then last night as we slept in the farmers bed, the angel of death came for his wife. I gave him the cow instead.Things aren't always what they seem.' Sometimes that is exactly what happens when things don't turn out the way they should. If you have faith, you just need to trust that every out come is always to your advantage. You just might not know it until some time later...
I think it is a nice story to begin the week with.
Ruth
07 May 2008
Gay Pride Maspalomas 2008 05/05/08-11/05/08!
For anyone who is interested here's a preliminary programme of events that will take place for the rest of the week:
Wednesday 7th May
Wednesday 7th May
- 1pm - 6.30pm: Pride Opening Pool Party at Club Mancha. International DJ's, Mr Gay Gran Canaria and surprise acts. Entrance Fee €15
- 9.30pm - 11.30pm: Interactive Film Show at Hard Rock Cafe. Rocky Horror Picture Show. Entrance €10
- 1am - 7am: Pride Opening Ball at Heaven. Entrance €10
Thursday 8th May
- 9pm - 11pm: HIV/AIDS Benefit Concert in aid of Amigos Contra el SIDA. Main stage in Yumbo. Entrance Free
Friday 9th May
- 9pm - 11pm: GLAY Gala Show. Spectacular show sponsored by GLAY members. Main stage, Yumbo. Entrance Free
Saturday 10th May
- 3.30pm - 4pm: Guiness Book of Records World Record attempt. Drag Chorus Line. Avendia de Tirajana
- 4pm - 6pm: Pride Street Parade finishing on the Avenida EE:UU above the Yumbo
- 6pm - 8.30pm: Dance Session on the Avenida EE:UU above the Yumbo. Entrance Free
- 9pm - 11.30pm: Pride GALA show. International stars and more on the main stage in Yumbo. Entrance Free. Artists: The Weather Girls, Pete Burns (Dead or Alive), The cast of the Spanish Fame Academy, Rafa Mendez, Bearforce 1 & Kym Mazelle
Sunday 11th May
- 5pm - 9pm: Pride closing party. Main Square Yumbo Centre. Entrance Free
- 7.30 - Late: Vegas Legends Dinner Show at the Black and Red Casino, Meloneras. Entrance €49.50 (you will need to be at the Casino no later than 7.15pm)
A Ticket Office will be located in the Yumbo, open mid afternoon to late evening.
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