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A space trip to Mars - Is it possible?

Julie3 — Sat, 08 Dec 2012 11:42:17 GMT

A space trip to Mars - Is it possible?

Russia is ready and willing to partner with the United States for a manned mission to Mars, a senior Russian space official said recently.

And while NASA has not yet entered into any formal agreement to pursue the Red Planet, the agency's chief agrees that international cooperation is the way to do it.

"I have to say that currently there is no country that could organize a manned spaceflight to Mars and a safe return," Sergey Saveliev, the deputy head of Russian Space Agency (Roscosmos), said April 12 at the United Nations headquarters here to mark theInternational Day of Human Space Flight.

"We strongly believe that this project can be accomplished only through international cooperation," Saveliev said through a translator. "In this field, Russia is ready to cooperate with the United States, with Europe and with other countries."

NASA chief Charles Bolden, who was also on hand at the event, agreed that collaboration is the way to go.

"We are absolutely trying to partner with everybody to go — anyone who wants to participate," Bolden told SPACE.com. "Our goal is to try to form international coalitions. Almost everything we do today has some international flavor to it, whether it's science flights, or human spaceflights. I think you'll find everything we do from here on out is probably going to be international in nature."

Not only will a manned trip to Mars come with a hefty price tag, but it will require some major advances in technology.

"In order to accomplish this mission, we have to develop new technologies, first of all, new propulsion technologies, as well as technologies to counter existing harms of spaceflight, like radiation," Saveliev said.

This still from a SpaceX mission concept video shows a Dragon space capsule landing on the surface of Mars. SpaceX's Dragon is a privately built space capsule to carry unmanned payloads, and eventually astronauts, into space.

NASA has no firm time frame to send humans to Mars, but the agency is starting up work on a huge new heavy-lift rocket that could travel there. The vehicle, called the Space Launch System(SLS), is designed to go beyond low-Earth orbit to the moon, asteroids and eventually Mars — all destinations beyond the reach of NASA's space shuttles, which retired last year.

The agency is aiming for a first flight of the Space Launch System in 2017.

International collaboration is already a strong feature of many nations' space programs, as going it alone can be prohibitively costly. The United States and Russia are currently partnering with Japan, Canada and the European Space Agency on the International Space Station, a weightless laboratory that cost $100 billion to build.

Bolden emphasized NASA's commitment to future collaboration as well.

As to Russia there has already been held an experimental flight conditions project. To learn more go to: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MARS-500

IT MIGHT BE INTERESTING

Julie3 — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 10:42:51 GMT

IT MIGHT BE INTERESTING

http://www.mnn.com/lifestyle/arts-culture/photos/10-of-the-worlds-biggest-unsolved-mysteries/go-figure

Story of a true friend

Julie3 — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 06:17:15 GMT

Story of a true friend

Last Sunday there was a “Hachiko” (2009) on TV and I knowing how touching and tragic this story is started to watch it. Of course I couldn’t stop crying when saw Hachiko coming to the station and looking for his master. I was imagining myself at the same situation and my heart was full of grief, melancholy, expectation and sadness. The dog didn’t want to stay in a warm house surrounded by good people but chose to wait for his master day by day till his life ended…that’s a true relation, true friendship and devotion which cannot be purchased by a bowl of food or a warm dog house. It’s an impressive movie and a touching story happened in real life.

In Russian culture we have a movie with a similar plot – “White Bim with black ear” (1977). It’s a story about a dog which went away in searches for his master who had been taken to hospital. The dog had many funny and sad adventures, met many good and cruel people but he was devoted to his master. Bim’s life ended at the kennel at the very moment when his master finally found him. But it was late. Bad people did what they considered as a right thing.

In our lives there are a great number of the similar stories when pets cannot forget their beloved owners and feel ready to sacrifice their lives or wait till the very end. Isn’t it amazing?

For all my Russian friends, happy Easter!

Julie3 — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 11:52:38 GMT

For all my Russian friends, happy Easter!

Soon Easter comes and brings joy for every Orthodox. Do you know what red eggs and Kulich (easter bread) mean?

Eggs mean the Universe, the beginning...red is Jesus Christ blood. Kulich has the same meaning as Artos (a blessed bread which Jesus Christ shared with his followers)...so that's easy!

The book I am reading now...

Julie3 — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 04:20:26 GMT

The book I am reading now...

Says: The whole Universe is contained within a single human being – YOU. Everything that you see around, including the things you might not be fond of and even the people you despise or abhor, is present within you in varying degrees. Therefore, do not look for Sheitan outside yourself either. The devil is not an extraordinary force that attacks from without. It is an ordinary voice within. If you get to know yourself fully, facing with honesty and hardness both your dark and bright sides, you will arrive at a supreme form of consciousness. When a person knows himself or herself, he or she knows God.

If you want to change the way others treat you, you should first change the way you treat yourself. Unless you learn to love yourself, fully and sincerely, there is no way you can be loved. Once you achieve that stage, however, be thankful for every thorn that others might throw at you. It’s a sign that you will soon be showered in roses.

Hell is in here and now. So is heaven. Quit worrying about hell or dreaming about heaven, as they are both present inside this very moment. Every time we fall in love, we ascend to heaven. Every time we hate, envy, or fight someone, we tumble straight into the fires of hell.

Every true love and friendship is a story of unexpected transformation. If we are the same person before and after we loved, that means we haven’t loved enough.

These are just some wise and true (to my mind) excerptions out of the book and if you have any comment to support or deny any of them, you are welcome. Thanks for reading J

Do you believe in horoscopes?

Julie3 — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 03:02:13 GMT

Do you believe in horoscopes?

2012 Zodiacal Planetary Influences and Aspects and their Speculative Effects for the 2012 Astrological Year.
The year 2012 is eagerly anticipated in order to see events unfold following the ending of the Mayan calendar. This has sparked quite an interest in the World as no one is exactly sure why this ancient date system ends in 2012. There are many prophecies of doom attached to this particular year but the majority of us are a lot more optimistic for the future. The ceasing of the Mayan timetable also coincides with a number of planetary movements and aspect formations considered powerful and influential in the area of Astrology. This calendar's end marks the Winter Solstice and the completion of a 26,000 year Earth cycle of what we perceive to have been towards continued growth and understanding for humanity.

In 2012 it is assumed we will shift into a higher level of awareness with the entry of the planet Pluto into the zodiac sign of Capricorn. This planet's influence attempts to expose things that are hidden or we are unaware of and can highlight unforeseen problems. So when it enters Capricorn it will be probably focused on our unnecessary reliance on unnatural materials. It hopes to remind us of the need to look again at natural solutions and not rely so heavily on mass produced foods, medicines and energies. Capricorn concerns itself with structures and organizations and is also regarded as the last of the Earth element signs. As such it can be taken as a final chance to recognize changes we need to make to eliminate greed and waste and encourage more equality. When Pluto with its uncovering power arrives in Capricorn's dominion it will usually generate a period of enlightening discoveries about our societal structural arrangements and shared needs.

The arrival of Pluto in Capricorn should also see some rearrangement of our governing systems too and a fairer distribution of wealth. More balance and fairness in the World in 2012 are the predicted effects of this celestial alignment. Pluto is also involved in the formation of a special Yod or finger of God aspect in 2012 together with the planet Saturn and a retrograde Jupiter. This angle configuration is a significant indication of big changes in attitudes, prompting us to think about how our societies may work better. It predicts transformations and the expansions of previous ideas and the development of new ones. It may additionally have an effect on our view of natures role in our life and the possible return of the study of the medicinal benefits of plants.

Pluto is not the only planet that will have an impact in the year 2012 of Dragon, Neptune also has much authority with its equally prominent positioning. In 2012 Neptune will be located in its own sign of Pisces giving it strengthening of its power. This particular planet is thought to help connect us with our higher levels of thinking and the concept of working together to accomplish goals. The strength of this planet in its most favorable position sees it initiating a universal effort for us to notice and take action on injustices of all kinds. At Neptune's side in 2012 the astrological asteroid Chiron is present adding a liberating essence to the mix. It can assist Neptune with its delivery of emphasizing the message of the advantages of combining and sharing resources on a global scale.

During 2012 the planet Uranus joins Pluto, Neptune, Saturn and Jupiter in a group around the Sun. This relationship is dominated by Uranus and another major reason why the year 2012 of Dragon signifies the ending of the old and the beginning of the new so strongly. As they all have the close association with the asteroid Chiron known mythically as the 'wounded healer', the adjustments they indicate are likely to be necessary for our continued existence. Another celestial body Venus travels retrograde for a short period in 2012 from around mid May to the end of June. For the duration of this few weeks while the planet appears to move backwards any financial negotiations should be avoided. For individuals it is a short window of time for evaluating things in your life. It will bring the best opportunity all year for reassessing priorities in order to move forward and embrace the changes that await.

Aries 2012 Horoscope
March 20 - April 19

The year 2012 for Aries sees a return to more harmonious times if you are able to rid yourself of unnecessary things in your life. Both Work and love life will be stable this year with little change indicated. The powerful aspects of the planets Jupiter, Mars and Mercury in 2012 will signify a good time for Aries people concerning their finances. You should be confident this year and not hide your many talents but be sure to take your time with any important decisions. Try to make your lifestyle a little healthier during 2012 and you will enjoy increased vitality.

Taurus 2012 Horoscope
April 19 - May 20

The year 2012 for Taurus is predicted to be one of good fortune and especially well starred for careers. Workloads or family responsibilities may be heavy this year but the second half of 2012 sees you reaping the rewards for your efforts. Romance is also highlighted for Taurus people and relationships in general are likely to be relaxed and lots of fun. Financial gain, not just from working, is another likely possibility for a Taurus during 2012. The planet Jupiter's astrological influence will equip you with all the confidence and resources you need to move forward in the next 12 months.

Gemini 2012 Horoscope
May 20 - June 21

An exciting year is forecast for Gemini's in 2012 where your adaptability is likely to be stretched to the limit. A busy time appears ahead and you may have to make a few compromises midway through 2012. You will be in demand socially and personal relationships look like taking much of your time too. Gemini people are well placed to benefit from the influence of the positive changes from astrological aspects and the alignment of the planets during 2012. With all the excitement and fast pace expected for this year Gemini's should establish a sensible routine to fit it all in.

Cancer 2012 Horoscope
June 21 - July 22

Astrological planetary influences in 2012 are all concerned with the introduction of beneficial changes. For the zodiac sign of Cancer this can bring about a sense of new direction and a possible increase in ambition. Cancerian's need to keep an eye on finances during 2012 and perhaps reassess them to make some savings. 2012 sees the Cancerian full of vitality, with a cool head and focused objectives making progress this year easy. This year you are anticipated to meet one or two new people who may be influential in your life and who could help you achieve some long term goals.

Leo 2012 Horoscope
July 22 - August 23

For Leo's the first half of 2012 will mainly concentrate on careers and financial situations and other areas of life may seem quiet and uneventful. The planet Pluto's astrological dominance throughout the whole of 2012 will see Leo people learning a new skill and possibly taking a step in a totally unexpected direction. It is also a time for starting and improving personal and other relationships and for the likelihood of chance meetings with old friends. The second part of 2012 for a Leo looks a little more eventful with profits from efforts made in the last few years now materializing.

Virgo 2012 Horoscope
August 21 - September 22

The beginning of the year 2012 will offer the opportunity for Virgo's to be inspired to make improvements to their life. This may be in the form of reorganizing and is a direct influence of the planet Jupiter who initiates lots of changes for the duration of 2012. For a Virgo this reorganization may involve a lot of thought and self analysis but will help with decisions that need to be made. From the middle of 2012 Virgo's will acquire a clearer understanding of themselves. This may be through educational channels, long term relationships or from the association of new acquaintances.

Libra 2012 Horoscope
September 22 - October 23

Libran's in 2012 are promised the opportunity this year to make great progress within all areas of life. The planet Pluto is in a dominant position during the year 2012 influencing fairness and delivering balance and rejuvenation. This will be especially favorable for a Libra person giving them renewed energy, a touch more personal confidence and optimism for the months ahead. The final quarter of 2012 sees the Libran achieving a long term goal that should bring personal happiness and a possible increase in income. Overall you will feel fairly contented this year and appreciated and admired by those around you.

Scorpio 2012 Horoscope
October 23 - November 22

2012 is set to be a year of achievement for Scorpio's if they are prepared to not let issues or delays deter them. The entry of the astrological planet Pluto into Capricorn in 2012 will be influential in highlighting problems. A Scorpio person should take advantage of this time to clear away obstacles that have prevented them from progressing in life. A more optimistic attitude should emerge towards the last couple of months of 2012 for most Scorpio's. If you stay focused, patient and calm the things you have been waiting for have a high chance of being actualized this year.

Sagittarius 2012 Horoscope
November 22 - December 21

Sagittarian's should spend the first 3 months of the year 2012 reevaluating their surroundings at work or at home. The planet Uranus conveys an astrological message of replacing old with new this year and a Sagittarius person will feel compelled to comply. For the rest of 2012 Sagittarian's can expect a reflective time where they may have to make an important decision. Neptune's planetary influence in 2012 will help create a positive clear mind allowing well thought out ideas and plans. A Sagittarius can also anticipate the successful resolution of a long standing disagreement, with the chances of an unexpected reunion.

Capricorn 2012 Horoscope
December 21 - January 20

The year 2012 for Capricorn's will be mostly governed by the arrival of the celestial body Pluto into the sector of Capricorn. This planet's presence is known to uncover the hidden and it is dominating this particular sign for most of 2012. So throughout this year things like personal or family secrets and financial discrepancies may show up. A Capricorn is advised to avoid gossiping and to check all receipts especially in the second half of 2012. A good time for buying motors or property is also indicated towards the year's end where a bargain can be acquired with a little negotiation.

Aquarius 2012 Horoscope
January 20 - February 18

For Aquarian's 2012 looks an ideal time to stop dwelling on the past and make some plans for a more satisfying future. An interesting social life is forecast for this year where you may have to rearrange dates to keep everyone happy. In 2012 the influence of the planet Venus sees Aquarius people enjoying financial stability and maybe winning or inheriting a small amount. There may also be a family announcement that takes you by surprise and sees you in a celebratory mood for the Autumn. 2012 may be busy so Aquarian's should try to pace themselves and get enough rest.

Pisces 2012 Horoscope
February 18 - March 20

In the year 2012 the planet Neptune will be positioned in the sign of Pisces and so Piscean's will benefit greatly from this. This celestial influence helps intensify a person's higher thought processes and encourages positivity. This will make 2012 a year where Pisces people may come up with plenty of good ideas for making better use of their resources or talents. Cash flow should improve around Summer time but you could have to reorganize your usual daily routine. Neptune is in its happiest position and most influential when in Pisces so 2012 should be a thoughtful period and highly productive.

Happy Christmas and New Year to all Ebabians!

Julie3 — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 02:42:55 GMT

Happy Christmas and New Year to all Ebabians!

New 2012 Year is coming and our hearts are full of good expectations and hopes, kind wishes and new plans. Every year is like a new step, new start, new life. To all my friends here, personally Memo, my brother Star, Mehmed, Tamador ,Criz, Jo, Muh, Ahmad, Mairaj, Milad and others, I wish a happy New Year full of success, health, joy and only exciting happy events!

the place I am from - a short movie

Julie3 — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 06:59:53 GMT

the place I am from - a short movie

To learn more about the place I live in you may here:

http://joker.ykt.ru/2011/09/27/pro-yakutiyu.html

The book impressed me greatly - Three Cups Of Tea

Julie3 — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 05:15:30 GMT

The book impressed me greatly - Three Cups Of Tea

In 1993, mountaineer Greg Mortenson attempted to climb K2, the world's second highest mountain and located in the Karakoram range of northern Pakistan-administered Kashmir, as a way of honoring the memory of his deceased sister, Christa. As a memorial, he had planned to lay her amber necklace on the summit of K2. After more than 70 days on the mountain, Mortenson and three other climbers had their ascent interrupted by the need to complete a 75-hour life-saving rescue of a fifth climber. After getting lost during his descent, alone, he became weak and exhausted. Instead of arriving in Askole, where his porters awaited, he came across Korphe, a small village built on a shelf jutting out from a canyon. He was greeted and taken in by the chief elder, Haji Ali of Korphe.

To repay the remote community for their hospitality, Mortenson recounted in the book that he promised to build a school for the village. After difficulties in raising capital, Mortenson was introduced to Jean Hoerni, a Silicon Valley pioneer who donated the money that Mortenson needed for his school. In the last months of his life, Hoerni co-founded the Central Asia Institute, endowing the CAI to build schools in rural Pakistan and Afghanistan.

According to the book, Mortenson faced many daunting challenges in his quest to raise funds for the building of more than 55 schools in Taliban territory. Some of these challenges included death threats from Islamic mullahs, long periods of separation from his family, and being kidnapped by Taliban sympathizers.

Reflecting on the state of a post-9/11 world, Mortenson advocates in his books and during his speaking engagements that extremism in the region can be deterred through collaborative efforts to alleviate poverty and improve access to education, especially for girls. Formerly in Afghanistan and Pakistan, schooling focused on boys. Because educated boys tend to move to the cities to find jobs, they seldom return. By contrast, educated girls tend to remain in the community and pass their enhanced knowledge to the next generation, thus, Mortenson suggests, educating girls has more of a lasting benefit for their community.

difference between elder and younger

Julie3 — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 07:22:52 GMT

difference between elder and younger

Really great when we have siblings as to be the single kid is not very funny and interesting although he\she gets the whole love and care of the family. I have three brothers and I love them all but anyway I cannot get rid of the feeling my youngest brother always does wrong. He is absolutely different from me and other brothers and it annoys me. We try to teach and lead him but he seems to have his own views and opinions and life style.

Am I the only sister who fights with her younger brother all the time? He will have his 20th birthday in a week and I want to wish him to be more realistic and hard working…at least studying or working J

To All My Friends acknowledging Islam

Julie3 — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 07:49:57 GMT

To All My Friends acknowledging Islam

there are no people feeling nothing

Julie3 — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 05:17:46 GMT

there are no people feeling nothing

Our emotions are an integral part of every-day life and they affect our work, relations with people around, events happening, treatment to things. We don’t like when feel bad emotions and we are happy to feel good ones, it’s quite logical. So what is your idea of dealing with “bad” emotions like disappointment, sadness, melancholy, missing someone or something, aggression, anger or distraction etc? Below there is an article devoted to emotions regulation and what the effect of emotions suppression can be: Why Suppressing Emotions Doesn't Work By Kristalyn Salters-Pedneault, PhD What exactly does “suppressing emotions” mean? Essentially, emotional suppression is a type of emotion regulation strategy -– these are strategies that we use to try to make uncomfortable thoughts and feelings more manageable. There are many different emotion regulation strategies, and some are more helpful than others. For example, some people turn to alcohol or drugs to get rid of painful emotions. While this may work as an emotion regulation strategy in the short term, it definitely has bad long-term consequences. Suppressing emotions, or just trying to push emotional thoughts and feelings out of your mind, is an emotion regulation strategy many people use. And, when used from time to time, it doesn’t have dramatic negative consequences like drug or alcohol use. But, there is reason to believe that if you try to push emotions away all the time, emotional suppression could lead to problems. The Consequences of Suppressing Emotions Researchers have studied what happens when you try to push away thoughts and feelings for decades. A famous study on this topic was conducted by Daniel Wegner, Ph.D., and his colleagues. He examined what happened when one group of people was instructed to push away thoughts of a white bear (another group was allowed to think any thoughts, including thoughts about a white bear). He found that the group who had suppressed thoughts of a white bear actually ended up having more white bear thoughts than the group that had been allowed to thinking about anything. Wegner called this the “rebound effect of thought suppression.” Essentially, if you try to push away a thought of some topic, you will end up having more thoughts about that topic. Many follow-up studies have been conducted that confirm Wegner’s original finding. And, studies have expanded on his finding, and shown that the same effect happens when you try to push away emotional thoughts, or when you try to push away the actual feelings. The Rebound Effect of Suppressing Emotions – What This Means for You So what does this research mean for you? Well, it means that if you frequently try to push away thoughts and feelings, you may be making more trouble for yourself. In fact, it is possible that this is setting up a vicious cycle: You have a painful emotion. You try to push it away. This leads to more painful emotions, which you try to push away, and so on. Reducing Emotional Suppression – Trying New Strategies for Emotion Regulation The solution to the problem of suppressing emotion is to learn new, healthier ways to regulate your emotions. If you have lots of tricks you can use to regulate emotions, you are less likely to rely on suppressing emotions all the time. For example, distracting yourself from an emotion by engaging in another activity may be a more effective way to regulate your emotions. If you add lots of new strategies like this, you will not need to use emotional suppression as much.

I want to be there under the palms and in joy

Julie3 — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 07:32:27 GMT

I want to be there under the palms and in joy

I am not the author but I feel the same, so often and so real

Julie3 — Thu, 12 May 2011 03:08:12 GMT

I am not the author but I feel the same, so often and so real

You’re not here right now,
You just can’t imagine how i feel,
Whenever we're apart,
I know this love is real,
Everytime i blink,
Or go to close my eyes,
Your face your eyes your smile appears,
And my heart so silently cries,
I long for your touch at night,
And your breath behind my neck,
I miss your sweet whispering words,
Without you I’m a wreck,
I look out to the sky,
Not knowing what to do,
I search for pretty pictures,
But all i find is you,
I miss you so so much,

And we seem so far apart,
It hurts that your not here,
But you remain inside my heart,
And i can’t wait to fling my arms around you tight,
And lock my stare with yours,
Can’t wait for you to whisper in my ear,
And hold my hands to keep them warm,
I can’t wait to say i love you,
Can’t wait to kiss your lips,
Can’t wait to run my fingers through your hair,
And feel your arms around my hips,
Can’t wait to tell you how much i missed you,
And how i almost fell apart..
I can’t wait for you to come back,
With the missing piece of my broken heart.

I feel it...

Julie3 — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 03:43:52 GMT

I feel it...

To my love:

To my dearest friend!

Julie3 — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 08:35:22 GMT

To my dearest friend!

If I could I would do everything for you, Get well very soon, dear!

2011 is coming...best wishes

Julie3 — Thu, 30 Dec 2010 07:13:19 GMT

2011 is coming...best wishes

May this year mark the beginning of a year of pleasure and discovery for all of you!
May each day hold something special, that is wonderful and new... For you deserve the best of everything, that life can ever bring. Happy New Year to everyone! Happy New Year, my dear precious friends!

Yesterday I knew there are...

Julie3 — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 04:56:12 GMT

Yesterday I knew there are...

ground effect vehicles (GEV) are one that attains level flight near the surface of the Earth, made possible by a cushion of high-pressure air created by the aerodynamic interaction between the wings and the surface known as ground effect. Also known as a wing-in-ground-effect (WIG) vehicle, flarecraft, sea skimmer, ekranoplan, SkimMachine, or wing-in-surface-effect ship (WISE), a GEV can be seen as a transition between a hovercraft and an aircraft. The Soviet Central Hydrofoil Design Bureau (CHDB), led by Rostislav Alexeev, who designed more than a dozen of crafts, was the center of ground-effect craft development in the USSR; in Russian, the vehicle came to be known as an Ekranoplan.

Some manned and unmanned prototypes were built, ranging up to eight tons in displacement. This led to the development of the "Caspian Sea Monster", a 550-ton military ekranoplan. Although it was designed to travel a maximum of 3 m (9.8 ft) above the sea, it was found to be most efficient at 20 m (66 ft), reaching a top speed of 300 kn (350 mph; 560 km/h) (400 kn (460 mph; 740 km/h) in research flight).

The program produced the most successful ekranoplan so far, the 125-ton A-90 Orlyonok. These craft were originally developed as very high-speed military transports, and were based mostly on the shores of the Caspian Sea and Black Sea.

A few Orlyonoks served with the Soviet Navy from 1979 to 1992. In 1987, the 400-ton Lun-class ekranoplan was built as a missile launcher. A second Lun, renamed Spasatel, was laid down as a rescue vessel, but was never finished.

The International Maritime Organization recognizes three classes of ground effect craft:

Type A cannot operate out of ground effect.
Type B can jump to clear obstacles by converting kinetic energy (speed) into potential energy (height), but cannot maintain flight without the support of the ground effect.
Type C are certified as aircraft, with the ability to operate safely and efficiently out of ground effect.

what's pain?

Julie3 — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 08:00:15 GMT

what's pain?

How many of us during our lives have encountered real, excruciating, physical pain? How many of us wish that pain did not exist—that God had never created any such thing as pain? As well He has provided for us a capacity to feel spiritual soul pain. So what is worse – to feel and overcome physical pain or heartache?

Why now? Not tomorrow
Why you? Not another
Can't believe you're gone
Can't believe you're life done
Wish to have one more day
Wish to say
I love you
I need you
Don't go away
I want you to stay
I want you here
Bud now you've got wings to fly
You my angel in the sky
Won't forget you
Won't forget how it was
Want forget you're still on our side

****

If lips are made for kissing,
why can't I kiss you?
If arms are made for holding,
why can't I hold you?
If a voice is maid of talking,
why can't I talk to you?
Why can't you see,
I really need you here with me,
why can't my life be perfect...

Now life is nothing like it's supposed to be,
days are dark, summer is cold,
Gold is silver, and silver is gold...
love is hurting, pain is here...
My heart is breaking, you're not near!
you're just in my head, in my heart, in my mind...
and I will never be able to leave you behind!

Did you find true friends in Ebaby?

Julie3 — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 05:27:24 GMT

Did you find true friends in Ebaby?

Genuine friendship involves a shared sense of caring and concern, a desire to see one another grow and develop, and a hope for each other to succeed in all aspects of life. True friendship involves action: doing something for someone else while expecting nothing in return; sharing thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment or negative criticism.
True friendship involves relationship. Friendship takes time: time to get to know each other, time to build shared memories, time to invest in each other's growth.
Trust is essential to true friendship. We all need someone with whom we can share our lives, thoughts, feelings, and frustrations. We need to be able to share our deepest secrets with someone, without worrying that those secrets will be opened. Faithfulness and loyalty are key to true friendship. Without them, we often feel betrayed, left out, and lonely. In true friendship, there is no backbiting, no negative thoughts, no turning away.
Real friends encourage one another and forgive one another where there has been an offense. Genuine friendship supports during times of struggle. Friends are dependable. In true friendship, unconditional love develops. We love our friends no matter what and we always want the best for our friends. Here are some Russian proverbs about friendship:A friend in need is a friend indeed.
Friendship is like glass - once broken, it is never mended.
For dear friend, I'm willing to take an earring out of my own ear.And here are some quotes of famous people about friendship:

Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light.- Helen Keller

If you want an accounting of your worth, count your friends.- Merry Browne

A friend is not only someone who you can confide in, it is someone who can mirror the trust you have shown by confiding in you as well.- Ashley Young

A FRIEND IS A PERSON . . . With whom you can be sincere. . . To whom you never need to defend yourself. . . On whom you can depend whether present or absent. . . With whom you never need pretend. . . To whom you can reveal yourself without fear of betrayal. . . Who does not feel she owns you because you are her friend. . . Who will not selfishly use you because she has your confidence. I WOULD HAVE SUCH A FRIEND. . . AND I WOULD BE SUCH A FRIEND. I DO HAVE SUCH A FRIEND! ~ Y-O-U ~- Alfred Armand Montapert

A friend is, as it were, a second self.- Marcus Tulius Cicero

A blessed thing it is for any man or woman to have a friend, one human soul whom we can trust utterly, who knows the best and worst of us, and who loves us in spite of all our faults.- Charles Kingsley

A friend is a person with whom I may be sincere. Before him I may think aloud.- Ralph Waldo Emerson

I love all my friends and greatly thankful for beingTRUE FRIENDS of mine:

To my true friends

Julie3 — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 07:50:04 GMT

To my true friends

What can be understood under the character of the Russians?

Julie3 — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 06:06:30 GMT

What can be understood under the character of the Russians?

(Just a few words about Russian women):The Russians have a great proverb, attributed to their own character. It sounds like this: Russian soul is a fathomless mystery. It does not mean that the Russians themselves cannot understand what they want, what priorities they have etc. But for some foreigner it becomes very difficult to understand Russian lifestyle and habits. The reason of such incomprehension is in Russian character, which is a bit different from American or European ones.

First thing you should know is that the Russian men, the same as women, have a very strong spirit. According to the history of the state, where there were lots of wars and territorial conflicts, you may figure out that the nation, which has sustained it all, should be compounded of really aspiring and self-assured people. And this is quite natural.

Russian women have an extraordinary ability of being great "stairs". They are patient when it comes to hardship; they are obedient if talking about their husbands’ supremacy. There is another Russian proverb, which concerns ladies and their character. “Russian woman is not afraid of entering the burning house and is strong enough to stop a horse at full tilt”.

One of the main advantages of this nation’s women is self-devotion and allegiance, which becomes world-known from the times of Russian queens’ government.

And, finally, Russian beauty. What can be said here? Lots of French poets were glorifying their home ladies, concerning them to be the most admirable and magnificent creatures in the world. When some of these poets were coming to Russia they usually changed their mind. (A little bit of the Russians in general): Below we tried to list the most common traits of the Russian character. It doesn't mean that everybody is like this, but you have quite a good chance of noticing at least one thing in your average Russian's behaviour. If you are lucky enough to meet a person whose character incorporates all of the items from the list below, we can assure you that this person possesses the pure Russian character and should be treated with high respect. If you decide to become a Russian, you can use the list below as guidelines.

• We are a free nation. Here we despise all the rules. It’s an honor for our drivers to move on the red light or to bother other drivers and scorn pedestrians.

• If you're invited for a meal, expect that the hosts will feed you until you feel completely full and not capable of moving. If you think that's dangerous for your health, or you're on a diet, we advise you to emulate satiety, otherwise you will end up badly.

• We value generousity. We can give you the last piece of bread we have if we believe you really need it. And we expect the same in return.

• Some of us are quite emotional, but somehow it’s all kept inside most of the time. We may seem a bit cold and too much to ourselves at first, but when you get to know us better, we're like a volcanoe.

• We don't feel easy about talking to strangers on the street, but if you start conversation saying that you're from another country or ask for some help, there's a good chance we will be very open, because we are naturally curious about foreigners.

• Women and old women are very respected here. It’s considered polite if while being in the metro and seeing a woman or an old woman coming in and there’re no free seats, man offers her his seat.

• No, Russians are not racists. We were grown up in the world, where everybody is equal and where the friendship of nations is an important part of our agenda. If you notice one of us staring occasionally at a black person, it's just because we are curious -- there's not many black people in Russia... The only word of warning is about older people, who are sometimes too much patriotic, so be careful: don't offend their feelings.

• Yes, we love vodka, but we're not alcoholics. Despite what some people think, Russians are not drunkards, they just have a special resistance to alchohol, that's why they can drink so much. And we actually get our strength from it and it warms us during the cold winters. By the way, if you drink with us, you'll have to drink as much as we do, or we will be offended.

• Yes, we are superstitious. And if you want to shake our hand, you can never ever do it through the door: you have to come in, otherwise we will quarrel. If you come back to your house just after you left - look at the mirror, it's for your own good. If you're sitting at the corner of the table, you won't be married for 7 years. If a fork falls, a woman is going to come, if a knife falls, a man will certainly appear.

• Most of us know a few words in English, but we are too shy to speak - no practice, you see... However, you will be surprised at how many things are written in English on the streets: it is used to show a shop or a cafe, to advertise a new product, and there's a lot of foreign goods. Also, almost more than a half of Russian products have their ingredients listed in English.
Russians learn English at school, and many people can understand the basics, but are shy to speak to a stranger.

• We like all things fancy. But our understanding of it is very original. You will often see men in suits or tucked-in shirts and office trousers (even in clubs on Friday night), while women prefer noticeable and sexy outfits. The colors for men are usually dark or grey, while women like light and white colors. This is a generalization and of course you'll see a lot of different people and outfits.

• We express what we feel, but we're not extrovert. We shout in public and we kiss in public. It's acceptable to show affection in public but extrovert behaviour may be resisted. You won't see a lot of people sitting in public places with their legs stretched or crossed (in an American way) and Russians do not gesticulate much when they are talking.

So what do you think?

Do you want to be intelligent?

Julie3 — Wed, 12 May 2010 04:01:47 GMT

Do you want to be intelligent?

Don’t be trapped by dogma — which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. ~Steve Job

How to Boost Fluid IntelligenceFluid intelligence is the ability to step outside of our beliefs and use information which does not fit into our peviously accepted view of reality. It is the ability to find meaning in confusion and to solve new problems, independent of previous knowledge.1. Become an early adoptorDo you sometimes feel left behind by new developments? Take the Internet as an example. New trends appear just about weekly. Just think of the development of social media.There are two groups of users, early adaptors and late adaptors. Early adaptors learn about new trends, study them and try out new software or gadgets. Late adaptors wait until the mainstream culture has caught up with a trend.A way for your fluid intelligence to improve is to become an early adaptor.2. Think Outside the BoxWhenever you want to solve a problem and can’t find an answer, search for a solution outside the box. If you do that, you become an agent of change. DeBono’s technique of Six Hats is particularly useful.3. Learn new skillsWhen did you last learn a completely new skill? It’s easy to become complacent with skills we have mastered in the past. However, it’s essential for brain growth to learn new skills. Because learning allows the brain to create neurons and new pathways.

3. Practice brain gym exercises

Fifty years ago, gyms that focused on strength training were unknown. Nowadays we know that it’s important to exercise our muscles and boost fitness at any age. However, it’s less accepted that we need to train our brain regularly as well.4. Learn to meditateOne of the reasons meditation helps with brain fitness, is that it trains attention. That is, the ability to focus on one thing for a prolonged period of time. Obviously, this is useful when training the working memory. If someone says their name and your mind is elsewhere, there is no way you will remember it!5. NutritionWe can support brain health by good nutrition:

Increase your water intake
Restrict your calories
Eat natural antioxidants such as blueberries, cranberries, strawberries, spinach, Brussel sprouts, red peppers, avocados, etc.
Include Omega-3 fatty acids in your diet, found in deep-sea fish and fish oil.

As you can see, there is much we can do for brain fitness. The most important factor is the attitude we have. If we keep a positive outlook and keep on being willing to learn, our brain will develop, no matter what age we are.

Victory Day

Julie3 — Sat, 08 May 2010 07:19:24 GMT

Victory Day

World War II was the deadliest military conflict in history. It was the bloodiest time for the USSR. About 27 000 000 USSR people died during 1941-1945. Those people were soldiers, civilians, children died from wounds and diseases, famine, tortures and torments in captivity and concentration camps.

Lots of people do not know that USSR soldiers were killed by other USSR soldiers. There were special troops staying behind so that Soviet soldiers in attack had no chance to retreat. Soviet soldiers had no chances to save their lives after captivity as they were considered as traitors and were killed by law stated by their country.

27 000 000 people, mostly young and full of dreams and hopes, died for peace in the world. This is not just a number. These are people who wanted to live, have families, work, enjoy the sun and sky and be happy. Those people gave their lives for our and future generations.

And it is extremely painful to see what people do now…their inability to live in peace with each others…and their inability to take lessons History has given.

Today we celebrate the 65th Anniversary of Great Victory and we are proud of our veterans and we remember those who had gone. Memory eternal to you. Thank you.

Here you can listen to some war-time Russian songs that supported and warmed people during WWII:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IS34QubDCAA

http://www.youtube.com/watchv=f5opLp3jReU&feature=PlayList&p=0CD4AA13EA0B0A40&playnext_from=PL&playnext=1&index=36

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDGLFLKa5o4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1H13hmGUgZM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaEQPQ4lXyE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJhFDMPMD0k

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Epm6FP54Cec

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MnfER793yyw

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0UZL09kkAk

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrV5B6YDfUQ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEruDTulDgw

And we do not forget other nations as they suffered from population losses too and struggled for peace and life.

Being human

Julie3 — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 15:57:48 GMT

Being human

I`ve done you wrong
I`m expecting the hurt

This silence seems so long
You look in my eyes

And what do you see
The pain

The emptiness
Or the longing to hear your voice

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True friendship is a gift
Oh so precious and so rare
Sometimes we take it for granted
Sometimes we do despair

Our fault is being human
Mistakes are everywhere
Please let me not lose the gift
That is so precious and so rare