Tuesday 25 January 2011

Maggie's Travels: Photo Gallery

Maggie's Travels: Photo Gallery

Maggie's Travels: Photo Gallery

Maggie's Travels: Photo Gallery

Bulgaria

Information - Golden sands resort, Varna, Bulgaria

Golden Sands resort, Bulgaria. Successful choise for your holidays.
The pearl of the Black sea coast. Find there a lot of sun, limpid sea
water, tremendous naturally sands and magnificent forest.



Looking to go to a perfectly different place this summer. I am thinking of the budget as well. With an opening summary like this what more can

The travel agent suggested Bulgaria so here I am doing all my homework.
http://www.goldensands.bg/info/varna.asp
This is a link my friends girl friend passed to me today. I must say it really looks impressive.

Comments from mates:
it's a really wonderfull place, ofcourse it have his bad sides, like every other place in this world, Varna is really and I mean it really nice place to stay, tge life there is really good and the people are really nice :):) I'll speak with one of my friends, she is a student there and she will give me a little bit more information about the sity, but I know it's really beautiful and safe place, but as every other place have his bad sides..... :)



Where you spend your summer depends a little on what you like and how old your children are?
Bulgaria can offer everything from tranquil mountains for hiking or mountain biking, horse riding etc
Then there is the Black Sea coast with sun & sand for all ages Sunny Beach & Golden Sands being the most commercial resorts overrun by drunken youngsters
Albena is a lovely resort commercial but more suited to young families
Balchik is a historic town with local charm (and several golf courses nearby)
Sozopol & Nessebar are the most beautiful old towns on the Black Sea
Obzor probably has the most beautiful stretch of beach
If you want to discover Bulgaria, take an organized roundtrip to give you the feel of the country, then you can always come back again…for longer ;-)
Travelling around alone is a little more tricky …but not dangerous.
If you can give me more info about what YOU are looking for – I’ll see if I can help.
http://zigzagbg.com/index_eng.php


Next Steps:
Try and price some of the holidays. Please leave your comments if you have been or know anyone who have.

Saturday 8 January 2011

Empowerment Award

Empowerment Award


In October 2010 Eugenia received an award from Shea Yeleen International in Washington DC for all her hard work and committment to the women who produce the Shea butter in the North of Ghana.  Also in attendance was Ms Rahama Wright, President of Shea Yeleen International who presented her with the award.
The United State African Development Foundation ( USADF) awarded Eugenia a grant in 2009 to expand the marketing of Shea Butter. Eugenia is very dedicated, reliable and trustworthy. Without her attributes the business would not have thrived.






Pictures to follow soon:
Also to come new design labels for the products.



Speaking to USADF staff, Ms. Akuete stated “I am from southern Ghana and the women I work with live in the north. Yet, I have a connection to them and I am working to fulfill their needs so that they can buy medication and even send their daughters to school.”  She then added “It is because of the USADF grant that I am able to do this. USADF’s funding is touching the lives of women and children in rural Ghana.”



USADF established programming in Ghana in 1984.  Ghana’s current portfolio stands at nineteen investment projects totaling nearly $3.2 million dollars.  For more information about the portfolio, please visit the country’s quick source page at http://www.adf.gov/USADF-QuickSourceCountryPortfolioPage-Ghana.htm .
For more information on Shea Yeleen International, please visitsheayeleen.org.
Need a pick-me up for your hair or skin after the holidays and bad weather please try the shea Butter and black soap I can recommend both. Happy new year to all.











DAILY PRAYERS

Happy New Year to all. Ghana is a predominately Christian country but most people in the Northern Region are muslims. I use to go to the Muslim union with my dear friend of blessed memory when we were in Tema Secondary school. Yaabor Abdulah - what a great mate.


God’s Peace,

Our Heart and our Treasure
For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Luke 12:34
As we go into the new year let’s be retrospective and introspective. Yes, look back and look inward. Let’s be sure to take time to examine ourselves and the work of Christ in our lives to see if our treasure and our heart are synchronized. 
In 1 Corinthians 11:28 we are told to examine ourselves before communing with the Lord. Make this self examination a time of spiritual reflection and soul searching. We must ask the Holy Spirit to take away all the things we placed in God’s way throughout this last year. 
We must then allow Jesus to minister His cleansing and healing. And as we do, God transforms our thoughts, emotions, desires, and actions, aligning our treasure with our heart. 
My prayer for us this week
"Lord we tremble and do not sin; when we are on our beds, we search our hearts and are silent. We offer the sacrifices of the righteous and trust in you LORD. In Jesus name, amen." Psalm 4:4,


This was sent to me by my sister:

Have a great week end.
Isaac Apenteng Yeboah.
The Mailbox Club

Friday 7 January 2011

USES OF SHEA BUTTER

Uses:
  • Shea Butter is a 100% natural multi-purpose vitamin A and E cream
  • The butter contains exceptional moisturising properties for both skin and hair
  • West African have used it for centuries to treat skin problems - burns, blemish, eczema, wrinkles and stretch marks.
  • Used as a base in most cosmetics
  • Becoming more popular.
Naasakle limited also manufactures African Black Soaps:


This soap is made from a mixture of the best natural ingredients. It is 100% natural and contains special properties to help restore the natural beauty of your skin.
It has essential oils, wholesome and pure and refreshing leaving your skin feeling natural and clean.


 

Shea Butter

The Founder
My friend Eugenia Akuete runs the Naasakle Limited which produces the best Shea butter and Shea butter products available through the world.
Naasakle is based in the Northern Region of Ghana and works with over 700 women. The company can provide both bulk and retail orders for each client' requirements.
Eugenia Akuete- Founder & CEO
Contacts:
naasakle@sheabuttergh.com
http://www.sheabuttergh.com/

Personal History


Mother Akuete’s journey to this point has been a success story in its own right. You can do it if you put your heart to it! In 1979, she was forced alongside her family toflee Ghana after a coup d’état.
After crossing the border into the neighboring country of Togo by foot and facing arrest in Benin, Mother Akuete eventually reached Nigeria, where she received political refugee status at the United States Embassy.

Having lost everything, Mother Akuete and her family were forced to start over in the United States.
Never wavering in her devotion to others, she worked two jobs to support her children, encouraging them to study and work hard.  In a testament to her support and love, her children have gone on to study at some of
America’s top universities, becoming successful businesspeople and doctors.



The fruit of the Shea Tree



Tuesday 4 January 2011

Photo Gallery

 My first ever birthday day card from Moonpig, given to me by a special friend!
All of us in a collage
 I spent the Christmas and New Year with the family in Derby. I was there for two weeks and had a fantastic time with the grandchildren too. Went to Theirry's 3rd party and what fun, came home exhausted.
Had a meal at the Sizzling pub the food was fantastic. The whole family went too...... http://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/thestensonfieldsstensonfields/
I have been spoilt rotten and the grandchildren keep asking me to stay here forever.  Only if I didn't have other commitments. When was the last time I heard someone want me so much - I feel so loved and wanted and helps me escape the pressures of life. I truely and simply enjoy being around my family,just to enjoy the shouting and screaming and wanting music brings colour and energy to my daily routine.  This week we had;

  • Natasha Bedinfield
  • The wanted
  • King of Leon
  • Figadj's jingle
  • The script
  • Blackeyed peas
  • Cheryl Cole
  • Trinity band


Whatever your style is the children and auntie covered it in opera.

 My daughter Figadj is a great artist this is a cartoon caricature of me and my baby Dee
Me and Figa's cartoon image.

Happy New Year to you all
How to avoid a cold

  • Good personal hygiene is important
  • Don't touch your nose or eyes with your fingers
  • Avoid crowded places if possible
  • Wash your hands when you get home