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Mrkmakth added a favorite at Anastasia
Dec 22, 2012
Wishing u & your loved ones peace, health,happiness & prosperity in the coming New Year.
Commented Dec 22, 2012 on White Christmas in Cyprus at Anastasia
White Christmas in Cyprus
With temperatures rising to 27C in mid November, who would expect snow in Cyprus a month later? Since Thursday, it's been snowing on Troodos, almost uninterruptedly. Right slap in the middle of the Mediterranean island of Cyprus towers Mt Olympus. At just under 2000m it's able to collect enough...
Mrkmakth added a favorite at Cypria
Jun 16, 2012
With 101F now in Arizona, I could use that pool!
Commented Jun 16, 2012 on The Golden Coast Hotel, Protaras, Cyprus at Cypria
The Golden Coast Hotel, Protaras, Cyprus
The Golden Coast Hotel - Protaras, Cyprus The Golden Coast Hotel has been, by far, my most favourite hotel in Protaras since it was built in 1986. Since then, many renovations have been made - the most recent ones being in 2003 when 56 rooms were added to the main building. Out of 228 roo...
Mrkmakth added a favorite at My Photo Blog
Apr 27, 2012
Awesome pics!
Commented Apr 27, 2012 on Easter Holiday in Serres and Thessaloniki, Greece at My Photo Blog
Easter Holiday in Serres and Thessaloniki, Greece
In Serres My husband Alkis in his hometown, Serres Serres Alkis's youngest brother is an expert at preparing and cooking the Easter lamb. Electra Palace Hotel, Thessaloniki Aristotelous Square, Thessaloniki Lefkonas-Serres Thessaloniki Thessaloniki
Mrkmakth added a favorite at Anastasia
Mar 24, 2012
In November 2006 the citizens of Arizona made their voices heard by passing the Smoke-Free Arizona Act A.R.S. This landmark statute prohibits smoking in most enclosed public places and places of employment.
Commented Mar 24, 2012 on Smoking Ban in Cyprus: Much Ado About Nothing! at Anastasia
Smoking Ban in Cyprus: Much Ado About Nothing!
A NUMBER of MPs have co-signed a law proposal to amend the current smoking ban, which hopes to offer venues the right to have separate smoking areas. According to DISY MP Andreas Themistocleous, who prepared the proposal, the current ban is not being adhered to, with members of the public sm...
Mrkmakth added a favorite at Anastasia
Feb 19, 2012
Lovely lady in red! Love is not having to say "lets make love" cos u know what the other person wants.
Commented Feb 19, 2012 on Love is ....... at Anastasia
Love is .......
Alkis and I would usually spend Valentine's Day somewhere special. But this year we both had a long day at work, so we celebrated Saint Valentine's Day at home. After all, home is as special as any place can be.. It was 9:30 pm when I got back home from work. Alkis said he was starving but...
Mrkmakth added a favorite at Anastasia
Feb 4, 2012
In Arizona, USA, we love shrimp curry soup! It's a spicy yellow curry soup with coconut milk, lemon grass, carrots and potatoes. Heary and delicious!
Commented Feb 4, 2012 on Monday's Greek Recipe - Psarosoupa me Trahana - Fish Soup with Trahana at Anastasia
Monday's Greek Recipe - Psarosoupa me Trahana - Fish Soup with Trahana
4 servings Ingredients 1 cup extra virgin Greek olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 1 kilo (2 pounds) grouper or other gelatinous Aegean or Mediterranean fish, bones in, cut into serving pieces 1 medium carrot, pared and cut into diagonal slices 2 celery stalks, finely chopped Juice...
3 fav songs:
Chuck Berry - Maybellene
The Drifters - Save the last dance for me
Fats Domino - Ain't that a shame
Commented Aug 31, 2011 on My Favourite Songs at Anastasia
My Favourite Songs
Music is an integral part of myself. I can't live without it. Classical music makes me relax after a hard day at work but I also enjoy listening to Rachmaninov and Mozart on the beach. My ipod is filled with their music. I like American oldies and Greek music, of course. . Here are a few of my f...
This looks real yummy!
Commented Aug 25, 2011 on Monday's Greek Recipe: Sheftalies - Grilled Minced Meat Rolls at Anastasia
Monday's Greek Recipe: Sheftalies - Grilled Minced Meat Rolls
Sheftalies is a traditional Greek Cypriot dish which is, however, widely known in mainland Greece as well. Just like there's a fish and chips outlet in almost every neighbourhood in the UK, in Greece and Cyprus there's at least one "souvlatzidiko". This is a kind of fast food outlet where you c...
I live in Tempe, Arizona where the sun is hot and strong. It was 105 today but in the summer we get temps up to 110. I'm black yet I burn easily if I don't use sunscreen. I don't get real reddish but sunburn can be just as painful.
Commented Aug 16, 2011 on How To Treat Sunburn at Anastasia
How To Treat Sunburn
Maybe you skipped the sunscreen because you didn’t think you’d be outside for very long, or perhaps you forgot to reapply after a dip in the pool. Whatever the reason, your skin is red-hot to the touch and seriously painful. Now what? You can pop an aspirin and apply a standard drugstore treatme...
When I was younger I went to the theater very often but I don't do this anymore. I am more comfortable seeing a movie at home. If it is a new release and I really want to see it right away and not wait until it comes on cable or dvd then I will go.
Commented Jul 30, 2011 on Cinephiles at Anastasia
Cinephiles
The cinema is one of my greatest passions. In my childhood, I loved comedies and musicals such as "The Sound of Music", which I still love today, "Mary Poppins", "My Fair Lady", "Funny Girl", "Breakfast at Tiffany's". In my teens, I loved "The Godfather",. "Ryan's Daughter", "Guess Who's Com...
These look like mini burgers to me! must be yummy!
Commented Jul 25, 2011 on Monday's Greek Recipe: Soutzoukakia Smyrneika at Anastasia
Monday's Greek Recipe: Soutzoukakia Smyrneika
Ingredients (a) For the soutzoukakia 1/2 kilo beef minced meat ground twice 2 cloves garlic, grated 4 large slices stale village bread without the crust 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 tsp cumin powder salt, pepper, oil for frying (b) For the tomato sauce 1 onion finely chopped 1 clove garlic finely...
Some of the gigs I've been to here in Arizona and in NYC: Allman Brothers Band, Karl Denson's Tiny Universe, Robert Randolph and the Family Band, Dave Matthews,String Cheese Incident, Rolling Stones, Jack Johnson, Victor Wooten, Bela Fleck and the Flecktones, Allison Krauss, Soulive, Phil Lesh and Friends, Benevento Russo Duo (awesome!) Missed The Pogues and the inimitable Hot House Flowers!
Commented Jul 10, 2011 on Giorgos Hadjinasios & Stavros Sideras: Music Nights at Anastasia
Giorgos Hadjinasios & Stavros Sideras: Music Nights
Stavros Sideras at the piano Every year, especially in the summer, many Greek artists gig in Larnaca. The truth is I don't often go to gigs. They're usually too crowded and too noisy. But when I heard that one of Greece's greatest musicians, Giorgos Hadjinasios and my good old friend Stavros S...
Never been to Greece but ...I will one day. great pics!
Commented Jul 7, 2011 on Exploring the Greek Islands at Anastasia
Exploring the Greek Islands
Blue Caves - Zakynthos 2002 Since my childhood, I've been fascinated by the unique beauty of the Greek islands and seduced by their magic charm which I can't really define. Is it the immense blue of the Aegean, the amazing archaeological sites, the secluded sandy bays you can only reach by boa...
This is a helluva place to spend a summer vacation! I follow the foot prints but the ocean fades them away...
Commented Jun 22, 2011 on Relaxing in Protaras at Anastasia
Relaxing in Protaras
Protaras is by far my most favourite summer resort in Cyprus and, more generally, in the eastern Mediterranean. With 300 days of sunshine, golden sandy beaches, clear waters, great hotels and a myriad of restaurants and bars, it's no wonder why European holidaymakers flock to Protaras every ...
FB has been criticized heavily lately over their privacy issues so I wouldn't be surprised if they don't act fast. Spam is becoming a major problem on facebook and the best you can do is to ignore that person and make sure they don't have any access to your personal information.
Commented Jun 12, 2011 on Feeling Safe Online at Anastasia
Feeling Safe Online
I have recently discovered that two people on Facebook are pretending to be me! It may just as well be one person who has created two profiles using my name and surname. I really find it very unlikely that this is mere coincidence. To be honest, I thought that this type of impersonation happened...
Curiosity didn't kill the cat. It simply makes life more interesting. There is always something new to explore, some new adventure around the corner. Cats can be quite inspiring. Even when afraid, they will venture into the unknown. They trust their instincts and know that if anything goes wrong, you'll be there for them. Cats will not hesitate to follow you either. Go for a walk and if they do not already have an important nap scheduled, they'll be right by your side seeing what they can get into. Being around a cat will encourage you to be a little curious sometimes. You never know what you might find. That's why I love my two beautiful cats.
Commented Jun 6, 2011 on Cat's Life at Anastasia
Cat's Life
Second only to dogs, the most common pet in Cyprus is the cat - most often the common moggy. The Greek Cypriots get their pet cats from all sorts of places: some people choose their cats from pet shops or friends. Others prefer to adopt feral cats or strays. It seems that something in the flow...
Yes, most definitely. If they cut out all the commercials on an hour show, you will only get about 15-20min show and if you cut them out of a half hour show, your looking at at 10min show. What a waste! That's why I DVR most of my shows....And these stupid Geico commercials are getting on my flakin nerves, they are so stupid and a waste of everyone's time.
Commented Jun 2, 2011 on TV Commercials at Anastasia
TV Commercials
In recent years, the amount of advertising on television seems to have increased dramatically. As a result, many people feel that their enjoyment of the programmes has been spoilt due to the constant interruptions by commercials. They also believe that advertising on TV should be banned or, at l...
Why feel guilty if we really enjoy what we indulge in?
Commented May 23, 2011 on Guilty Pleasures at Anastasia
Guilty Pleasures
As promised a couple of weeks ago, here is the complete list of my 7 deadly, guilty pleasures: 7. Occasionally reading the Cyprus edition of Madame Figaro 6. Saving 30 euros a month to purchase these divine Dior boots....hopefully before I turn 60! 5. Strawberry bavaroise!!!!! My most favour...
Well, you can take dietary supplements to get your B12, but, basically we are omnivorous. Our bodies are adapted to eat and process flesh. My biggest argument against a veggie diet, is that meat tastes good!
Commented May 20, 2011 on Vegetarians Have Found the Secret of Good Living at Anastasia
Vegetarians Have Found the Secret of Good Living
I've often considered turning green for the following reasons: 1. I seldom eat red meat. Actually, the only meat I really love is chicken. 2. As most of you know, I have a strong opinion against animals being killed for our dinner table. Animals who die for our dinner table die alone, in gre...
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