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INTERVIEWS HEALTH & BEAUTY ‫سؤال وجواب‬

16 Pascale Machaalani 44 Exclusively for men! 19 ‫اهداءات وتهنئة خاصة مبناسبة عيد األم‬
20 Ahmed Ahmed 45 ‫وجه شاب وبشرة مشرقة على الدوام‬ FASHION & TRENDS
22 Colette Malouf 46 Are you sick of morning sickness? 40 Colette Malouf Spring 2010 Collection
24 Cricket Psychology 42 Spring Summer 2010 Trends
26 Fatima H.Alwan 55 The New Super Heroine in Town
INSIGHTS LIFESTYLE IN EVERY ISSUE
6 Mother, I Can Hardly Express 36 10 Rules of Sushi Etiquette 47 CityPages Kids
8 The Forgotten Generation PEOPLE 56 Automotive
9 The love we crave for (Mother’s Love) 28 Kinda Al Faris
10 Love Has No Requirements 64 Gadgets
30 Tareq Rajab Museum 68 Press Releases
11 Everybody has one SPORTS
13 ‫دليلك لشراء هدية عيد األم‬ 71 Homework for grown ups
14 the Magic World 38 Winter Olympic Games 72 Horoscopes
Travel 73 Celebrity Birthdays
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60 U.S. Top 40 34 Red Sea Secrets
60 New CD Releases ‫حملات و تواريخ‬
61 Top Ten Mother's Day Movies 7 ‫حملة تاريخية عن عيد االم‬
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 Editor's Letter
This is the third issue of CityPages.
A third issue means that something is happening. It means we have progressed past the
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General Manager & Editor
This month we celebrate MOTHER’s Day. Children and their families across the country
Jameel Arif
will express in their own unique ways the importance of mothers in their lives. Some will
Executive Editor's shower their mothers with flowers and gifts; others will lavish them with hugs as a token of
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He asked her what was wrong and she replied, "I wanted to buy a red rose
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Contributors flowers.
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Divya Menon She said, "Yes, please! You can take me to my mother."
Dr. Bibi Sabahat Shah She directed him to a cemetery, where she placed the rose on a freshly
Dr. Nazia Nausheen dug grave.
Fatima Qader The man returned to the flower shop, canceled the wire order, picked up
Intesar Al-Saif a bouquet and drove the two hundred miles to his mother's house.

John MacArthur For all the moms out there, may you have a great Mother’s Day. And for all of you reading
Joseph L. Padullon this, spend some time with your mom, tell her how much you love her and how much they
Mariam Sami Al-Murjan mean to you. In the end, that’s the best Mother’s Day gift.
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March 2010
Mother, I Can Hardly Express
Woman, who will not be amazed and admire
your style of caring?
Why, you never miss getting your kid to bed on time
and peek to your angel before doing something
else in the morning. You’ll only relieve yourself, do
some quick washing and fix breakfast, after you
saw that your cherub is still comfortably asleep –
which is always the case.
And, is it by instinct or just plain love that you’ll
have to carry your tot to the bathroom to wash up,
then into the dining area for a hot meal? Aren’t you
adorable, despite your being a single parent?
You know, we value your conviction to focus more
on picking up the pieces on what’s left in your failed
relationships, than wasting time complaining about
it.
The fact is, we naturally think of a single mom,
when we’re talking about single parenthood. That’s
because of the common perception that it’s always
the women who are always left behind to manage
the fragments caused by a bungled romantic
partnership.
Not that the males are less capable of patching
up the wreckage of such affair, but that females
are not only sentimental and fragile when it comes
to children’s custody, but also comfortable raising
them too.
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INSIGHT / MOTHER'S DAY
Joseph L. Padullon
But woman, don’t think that being a single mom is
a virtue that makes the lady of the house - with her
spouse around, any less for a mother.
And you, lady, being a mother doesn’t always make
you superior to us, either; because to some, you’re
just an icon created to adorn and complete a family
in a portrait.
Yes, you change your babies’ diapers, breast feed
them, sing a lullaby and put them to sleep. And yes,
you clothe your kids too, and come along to see
that they’re safe on reaching school.
So what? It’s your obligation to do just that, and
neglecting those tasks is a great inconvenience for
them and a total irresponsibility on your part.
Ah, do you remember when they’re still studying?
You gave them their allowance that’s barely enough
to survive the day at school. Thanks, God, Dad was
always around sneaking them a couple of bucks.
Mother, what’s a small party every now and then?
And why do you need to tell on their faces that
the money they spent came from their father? But
you’d said it right; the money was the fruit of their
dad’s work!
Okay, they understand that you’re upset when
your boy went home reeked with liquor and a little
disoriented because of the drugs he used. By the
way, how did you know that he was doped?
But what your son couldn’t forget was when he was
busted by the police and taken to custody, for a
minor felony. You visited him, alright, but you kept
your distance. Was it really him that you visited?
Because, instead of helping and consoling him for
his predicament, as a normal mother would do, you
were talking with other people and just gave him a
look; an angry stare!
His heart was filled with hatred, while incarcerated.
He didn’t even want to talk with anyone, anymore.
Until his detention helped him decide that he
couldn’t shape his future inside the prison.
You knew when he was released, and never came
back to your house. You just learned that he had
gone far and continued his studies while working.
Much as you’d want to offer him again your motherly
care, you let him lead the life the way he wanted to,
because you’re sure, he had learned his lessons.
Mother, your prodigal child has matured and
became a restless parent himself. This is because
the gap he feels in his being remains anonymous.
But don’t worry; it will not take long before he
realizes that what is missing in the equation is his
desire to feel the warmth of your love.
He knows that you will still be there at home; older,
but still ever anxious to see him in flesh. He will
regret the pain he has inflicted on you for his
absence; will realize that whenever he gets hurt
and struggling to get out of the mess, you’re
always there in the frontline and fearlessly fought
off the odds that were in the way. And he will know
too, that you just silently cry whenever your kid was
in peril and that you could not do a thing to relieve
his pain.
But he is sure, that his insensitivity to your pure
heart shall be forgiven and forgotten.
He will understand now, that the icon in the portrait
is not just a decor that completes the family, but
an essential symbol, created to complete a real
family.
And you will be proud of him, Mother, because he
can write; like this article that’s made only for you.
Did he ever say, “I love you, Mom?” Now, he does.

‫حملات و تواريخ‬
‫حملة تاريخية عن عيد االم‬
‫نومها خطابات رقيقة يسجلون فيها نبضات القلب‬
‫التي تاهت بني شفاه طول العالم ‪.‬‬
‫وفي أول عيد لألم من عام ‪ 1956‬زار علي أمني وشقيقه‬
‫مصطفى أمني قبر أمه ووضع عليه باقة من الزهور‬
‫وكلف أحد الباعة إرسال باقة زهور إلى األم التي‬
‫نسي ابنها بعد ‪ 25‬عاما أن يشكرها ويودعها وكتب‬
‫عليها اسم ابنها وفي اليوم التالي حضرت تلك األم‬
‫إلى مكتبه لتشكره وتخبره بأن ابنها أرسل لها‬
‫باقة زهر أخرى وأنها خلعت السواد ألن هذا اليوم هو‬
‫أول أعيادها وتقدمت منه وق ّبلته ويكتب علي أمني‬
‫وما زلت أحس بقبالت هذه السيدة على وجهي فإن‬
‫قبالتها كانت أرفع وسام حصلت عليه في حياتي‬
‫الصحفية‪.‬‬
‫األم في هذا اليوم ملكة بيتها فال تغسل وال تطبخ‪،‬‬
‫وكان العيد تتويجا واعترافا رمزيا الحترام األم الذي نادت‬
‫به جميع الديانات اإلنسانية منذ فجر التاريخ ومن مصر‬
‫انتقلت الفكرة إلى جميع الدول العربية‪.‬‬
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‫اماني صقر‬
‫تعود فكرة عيد األم للسيدة حنة جارويس من مدينة‬
‫فيالدلفيا في والية بنسلفانيا في الواليات املتحدة‬
‫األمريكية حيث دعت عام ‪ 1905‬أصدقاءها وأقاربها‬
‫لالحتفال في ذكرى وفاة والدتها وفي االحتفال‬
‫تبلورت فكرة تخصيص يوم لألم وذلك لتعبير عن‬
‫اهمية االم ودورها في بناء االسرة واجملتمع وهكذا‬
‫بدأت السيدة حنة جارويس الكفاح في سبيل‬
‫حتقيق فكرتها ‪.‬‬
‫وفي العاشر من شهر أيار لعام ‪ 1913‬اقر الكونغرس‬
‫األمريكي تخصيص يوم لألم ؛وفي التاسع من أيار‬
‫‪ 1914‬أصدر الرئيس األمريكي ويدرو ويلسون مرسوما‬
‫يعلن فيه عن تخصيص يوم ليكون عيدا رسميا لألم‬
‫‪ ،‬ومت حتديده في األول من شهر مايو من كل عام ‪.‬‬
‫ومن هنا انتقلت فكرة عيد االم من الواليات املتحدة‬
‫االمريكية الى باقي دول العالم واروبا‪،‬وأما بالنسبة‬
‫لعيد األم في العالم العربي فقد كانت جمهورية‬
‫مصر العربية هي الرائدة ففي ‪ 1955\12\6‬كتب‬
‫عيدا قوميا في بالدنا وبالد الشرق وفي هذا اليوم‬ ‫الصحفي املصري علي أمني في زاويته الصحفية‬
‫يقدم األبناء ألمهاتهم الهدايا الصغيرة ويرسلون‬ ‫اليومية فكرة دعا فيها إلى تخصيص يوم‬
‫لألمهات خطابات صغيرة ملاذا ال نشجع األطفال في‬ ‫لالحتفال باألم وفي ‪ 1955\12\9‬اقترح موعده وعلل‬
‫هذا اليوم على أن يعامل كل منهم أمه كملكة‪،‬‬ ‫اقتراحه؛وفكرة علي أمني هذه جاءته إثر تلقيه رسالة‬
‫مينعونها من العمل‪ ،‬ويتولون هم في هذا اليوم كل‬ ‫من أم تشكو من ابنها الذي أعطته ريعان شبابها‬
‫أعمالها املنزلية بدال منها ولكن أي يوم من السنة‬ ‫فقد توفى زوجها وهي في العشرين من عمرها‬
‫جنعله عيد األم حيث اختلفت اجلمعيات النسائية‬ ‫ورفضت الزواج وباعت مصاغها وحلل املطبخ وأثاث‬
‫على اختيار اليوم‪ ،‬واتفقن بسبب اخلالف على دفن‬ ‫بيتها ثم مالبسها واشتغلت خياطة للفساتني‬
‫الفكرة فاضطر علي أمني أن يحسم األمر فكتب ما‬ ‫وخادمة في بيوت األغنياء لتعلمه وتعده للحياة‬
‫رأيكم في احلادي والعشرين من شهر مارس (آذار) إنه‬ ‫وتع ّلم ابنها وحصل على الشهادة اجلامعية وعلى‬
‫اليوم الذي يبدأ به الربيع وتتفتح فيه الزهور والقلوب‬ ‫الوظيفة أيضا وزَوَّ َجته وتلبيه لرغبة زوجته التي‬
‫ما رأيكم في أن جنعل عيد األم هو بداية الربيع في‬ ‫فضلت أن تعيش بعيدة عن حماتها قرر ترك البيت‬
‫بالدنا وبالد الشرق األوسط ونساهم كلنا في جعل‬ ‫ووافقت األم وخرج االبن من البيت يحمل احلقائب‬
‫التي رتبتها أمه دون كلمة شكر أو وداع وعاش بعيدا‬
‫وال متسح‪ ،‬وإمنا تصبح ضيفة الشرف ويتولى أوالدها‬ ‫عن أمه وبعد أن أورد الصحفي علي أمني مضمون‬
‫عنها كل أعمالها املنزلية ويقدمون لها الهدايا‬ ‫هذه الرسالة والتي أثرت فيه كثيرا فلماذا ال نتفق‬
‫وباقات الزهور‪ ،‬ويضعون حتت عقب الباب في حجرة‬ ‫على يوم من أيام السنة نطلق عليه يوم األم وجنعله‬
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March 2010
The Forgotten Generation
From birth until death, man encounters tribulations
of varying nature and stature. Every stage of life
has its own characteristics and resultant problems.
During old age what one looks forward to most is
perhaps the love, support and company of young
ones. Unfortunately with all its overwhelming
issues, life proves to be a greater ordeal for many
people particularly during the evening of their life.
Advancing age, growing physical degeneration
and social changes, all have a role to play in
the alienation of elders. Encashing on the
helplessness of senility, numerous old age homes
or retirement homes have sprung up all over the
world making it a lucrative business these days.
Many of these centers equipped with state-of-the-
art facilities and dedicated attendants, attempt
to make up for the absence of relatives but the
distant look in the eyes of the inmates signifying
perhaps an unending wait for a familiar smile
defeat all purpose and effort.
The elderly face a myriad of problems that range
from physical to emotional. For people above
a certain age, performing even the simplest of
activities like walking can prove to be a Herculean
task. Crossing roads without the support of
another person may pose to be such a risk and
literally impossible for so many that they may
prefer to remain indoors than venture out.
Some of the illnesses that affect senior citizens are
Alzheimer's, Arthritis and Osteoporosis, Stroke,
Sleep disorders, Parkinsons Disease, Presbycusis,
Cataract, mental disorders etc. Studies state that
millions of our senior citizens are not receiving
the health care they deserve sadly because it is
not one of the priorities of today's modern society
that is clearly built for the younger generation.
Living with dying abilities, interpersonal and social
skills in times where success and acceptance are
all directly linked to speed and performance, old
age makes a lot of people victims of neglect at the
hands of their very own offspring.
Factors that have contributed to making old age
homes an instant necessity in our world today are
many such as turbulent economic conditions and
increasing cost of living. During the last few decades,
these factors have resulted in the migration of
earning and younger populations to other lands in
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INSIGHT / MOTHER'S DAY
Divya Menon
search of brighter career prospects. Additionally,
many societies are increasingly exhibiting a trend
to reconstruct themselves on western terms and
as a result the joint family model has begun to
shrink and lose sparkle globally. These have to a
very large extent jeopardized the position of the
world's senior citizens who thrive mostly on the
attention lavished by their younger generation.
If these are situational reasons, a cardinal factor
responsible for the isolation of the elderly is
the extinction of values amongst our younger
generations. Man raises concerns about the
annihilation of endangered species around him.
It has become almost stylish to be associated with
one or more bodies that safeguard the interest
of exotic animals. Ironically, the same man most
conveniently forgets that there is extermination
of a different type taking place within him every
moment. One that is perhaps deadlier than most
other types of annihilative deeds and that is the
extinction of our moral and social responsibilities
towards our parents and other elders.
It is quite a paradox of nature that the very
hands that nurtured and moulded us to become
the successful individuals that we are today are
treated with complete indifference once they cross
the threshold of old age. No reason legitimizes
the negligence that is being meted out in most
cultures to these individuals who at one time
invested their energy and affection on us to shape
our future and were also productive members of
the society.
Man claims to be the most civilized of creations,
but, one can only wonder what sort of civility can
we be proud of when in many affluent homes today
older members of the family are locked away and
considered burdens, the prospect of engaging
even in a casual conversation with whom appears
disinteresting and unimportant to the younger
generation. "Who will talk to them?" is the mind-
boggling, million dollar question asked by many of
our young and healthy society ladies.
One has heard many a painful tale of elders
seeking the confines of old age homes to
escape the traumatic experiences at home at the
hands of their very own. Our shrinking values
and diminishing consideration for elders have
themselves resulted in the culture of old age
homes that attempt to offer solace to the affected.
But, are our grand parents or parents truly happy
there? Is there something that we are missing
to read in the wrinkled contours of their face?
One must remember that as time moves forth at
supersonic speed, our elders must vanish from
the scene and their place we must take as nature
comes to a full circle.
 March 2010

INSIGHT / MOTHER'S DAY

“The love we crave for”
(Mother’s Love)
Fatima Qader

The sweetest love and care in the world is of

the mother. She is the most compassionate and
special person in our life. It is the most sublime
truth in the world.
It was always taught by the teachers in our school
that ‘the best friend’ in our life is our mother.
Now, as a grown up and responsible person (a
mother) I remembered those days and become
nostalgic too. I feel how true they were. Now, the
time has changed for me and years passed, got
married and came to Kuwait with memories of
my life (time spent with my mom).
I have everything in my life to do and have my
family to take care of but, I always miss my most
adorable and best friend in life ‘My Mom’. The
best console and the best advice “U” ever get
from anybody. She has always supported me
in ups and downs of my life. Guess what? She
always wanted me to write and discover my
creative side!!
In Kuwait and around the world, I am sure there
are many emigrants and expatriates, who left
their countries for the sake of their work and
careers. But what they have left back is there
sweet memories with their mothers. I truly know
their feelings and inner trauma. How nostalgic
they become sometimes; the love, care and
A mother from all aspects of life and religion should respect to their mothers, taking care of them
mom’s made food- the best food for your ‘body
be given her due. A women (Mom) gives up all her especially in their old age and in all facets of life.
and soul’. Nowhere else you can get such
desires and comfort in upbringing her child. Takes Holy Quran and Hadith guides, enlightens and
fantastic food by the way.
up all pains and pressure to deliver her child. As commands us to listen to our mothers and give
Islam teaches us what level of respect and she feels her prime duty and love to do so. their due respect, fulfill their needs, wishes and
importance a mother has got. Many of our necessities.
‘Beneath the feet of mother Heaven lies’,
brave Muslim warriors couldn’t go to the
yes, there is paradise below mother’s feet. It In recent time we have seen Indian films like
battlefield because they had to attend to their
always proved to humanity. Islam always taught ‘Tare Zameen Per’ and ‘My name is Khan’. They
ailing and ill mothers. They were commanded
universal brotherhood, equality and very special have shown the sensitivities of a mother. The
and explained by our Holy Prophet (Peace Be
treatment for women (especially for mothers, messages of these films are that mothers are
upon Him). A son’s duty is towards their mother
sisters and wives the soul partners). our guardians and teachers to show us the
first and other deeds like important wars also
Today in modern context of life, it is very difference between ‘good and bad’. People are
came secondary. Such were the commands of
unfortunate that people are forgetting their never bad, only their deeds and miss guidance
Holy Prophet (Peace Be upon Him) and four
values and traditions of their family. Like, giving lead them to wrong.
caliphs of Islam.

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March 2010

INSIGHT / MOTHER'S DAY

Love Has No Requirements

Mariam Sami Al-Murjan

"It's not always so easy!" she told me. I

was talking with her about random stuff. I
mentioned Mother's day and she suddenly
seemed to be annoyed by that. I didn't rush
to ask her the reason why because I knew that
with her, patience is more rewarding. She's
the kind of person who's shy to open up and
speak her mind specially when she's backing
a controversial point of view. However, I loved
to listen to her points of view, I loved those
moments of truth that we have together. "At
first, I didn't think I'll ever be able to celebrate
this thing you call Mother's day or Family's
day. I have always wondered what's Mother
and what's Family. I knew that there must be
a vicious conspiracy behind those ideas that
we hold on to while they didn't really work. I
have always considered myself the victim of a
dysfunctional family." with new responsibilities. All I knew however their sincere help I've been forging my way
I knew all about her story with her dysfunctional was that I was scared. Things were changing back o life. Here I am, I have succeeded, and
family. I have always listened to her because quickly and I needed them to slowdown. Even even though they've helped me a lot, they give
that was the thing that friends do. I knew my moods changed, and I became sad as if me all the credit. This year, I have decided to
however, that I hardly knew a friend who didn't I'm trying to endure a huge loss in my life. At give a gift, it's not the gift of this month or
think at a certain point in their family lives that the same time, war erupted in our house, and this year, but the gift of a lifetime. Do you know
they were living with a dysfunctional family, or suddenly it became an unsafe place. I felt more what is it?"
having great difficulty communicating with their helpless, and lonely. You know the rest of the
"Oh, that's terrific, what is it?" I anxiously
parents. I sensed a change in her tone though. story by heart, Don't you?" asked.
I thought that maybe there was something
We smiled, as I nodded in agreement. I knew "Forgiveness. Every morning, I'd look at my
new happening with her. I listened even more
carefully. that my reward was drawing near. family's photo. I look at their faces, and with
"Since I became a teen I forgot about happiness. "Even though I felt angry at them, they all the love I can muster, I tell my self the most
Happiness, joy, and play were things of the managed to interfere in the right time to save precious lesson that my family taught me. Love
past. I have become a young woman now me and give me another chance in life. With Has No Requirements."

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INSIGHT / MOTHER'S DAY
Everybody
has one
John MacArthur
Everybody has a mother. Even me, crusty,
cynical old me, which might come as surprise
to some. And, yes, she still loves me. After
all, she’s known me longer than anyone else
and the first two syllables I ever uttered were
‘mama’.
Whether you live in Southampton, Samarkand or
Salmiya, the deepest and most mortal insult someone
can hurl at another is to disparage their mother.
Nine-year-olds will do battle in playgrounds – were
they armed , there’d be bloodshed –if one insults
the other’s mother, because in the hearts of every
man and woman, all over the world, is a special,
untouchable corner, a shrine of affection reserved for
the woman who gave us life.
Only recently, however, has there been a day set aside
called “Mother's Day”. The highly traditional practice of
the honouring of motherhood is rooted in antiquity, and
past rites typically had strong symbolic and spiritual
overtones; societies tended to celebrate Goddesses
and symbols rather than actual Mothers. The maternal
objects of adoration ranged from mythological female
deities to the Christian Church. Only in the past few
centuries did celebrations of Motherhood develop a
particularly human, personal focus.
The ancient Egyptians were one of the earliest
societies on record whose annual festival to Isis
might be considered the precursor of our present
celebrations. Isis was regarded as the Mother of the
Pharaohs since her son Horus grew to be the ruler
of a united Egypt and her stern, patrician beauty
was often depicted seated, wearing a crown of bull
horns enclosed by the sun. The Romans borrowed the
idea, as did the Greeks, with their celebration of the
Phrygian goddess, Cybele or Great Mother, who in turn
stemmed from Rhea ‘from whom all life sprang’.The
Roman celebration of Magna Mater – or Great Mother
fell between March 15 and March 22, just around the
same time as the Greek festival in honour of Rhea. The
festive season was referred to as Hilaria - from which
the English word ‘hilarity’ is derived. Games were held
in honour of the mother of the gods. Also customary
was a procession through the streets with a statue of
the goddess carried at the head, followed by a display
of elaborate arts and crafts.
A later incarnation of a holiday to honour motherhood
came from Europe. It fell on the fourth Sunday in Lent
(the forty days of fasting and self-denial preceding
March 2010
Easter Sunday).
People used the
day to honour the
church in which
they were baptised,
which they knew
as their “Mother
Church” which was
usually decorated
with flowers.
A clerical decree
from the Church in
England in the early
1600’s broadened
the celebration
to include
real mothers,
earning the name
Mothering Sunday,
which indeed I
remember it being called in my childhood. At that Every Muslim will know this story. Once, Hakim bin
time, it became an especially compassionate holiday Hizam came to the Prophet of Islam and asked:
toward the poor and working classes of England, when, "To whom should I be kind?" The Prophet
on this Lenten Sunday, servants and trade workers replied, "Your mother." Hakim asked, "Then
were allowed to travel back to their towns of origin to to whom?" The Prophet said, "Your mother."
visit their families. Mothering Sunday also provided a
Hakim asked, "Then to whom?" The Prophet
one-day reprieve from the fasting, penitence and self-
replied, "Your mother." Only when Hakim asked
denial of Lent so that families across England could
the fourth time that, "Then to whom?" The
enjoy a sumptuous family feast - Mother was the guest
of honour. Mothers were presented with cakes and
Prophet replied, "Your father."
flowers, as well as a visit from their beloved and distant The moral is obvious. If you live close by, go visit on
children. Mother’s Day. Not a phone call – it doesn’t cut it, unless
you’re a long way away and please, not an email. Just
The Japanese call Mother's Day haha no hi. Every
for the guys – it doesn’t matter whether you’re skinny
four years, the Japanese hold an art competition and fifteen or fifty and bearded – don’t forget the
for children. The children would enter by submitting Card. Don’t choose the first one you see in the shop,
drawings of their mothers, and the winning drawings trust me, she’ll know. You will have been expected to
would tour Japan in an exhibition celebrating have given time to this, selecting and rejecting, to find
motherhood and peace. On haha no hi, the family exactly the right one. Write something affectionate in
prepare traditional dishes that their mothers taught it. Serious points are available for this, gentlemen,
them to cook and give red carnations, scarves and and you mess up or forget at your peril. If you’re man
handkerchiefs. enough, make one, decorate it yourself, and deliver
It’s ironic that one of the greatest humanitarians who it personally. Take flowers, and that means a visit to
walked the earth was herself never a mother. Born in a florist, not the ones from the supermarket, and do
Albania in 1910, Mother Theresa of Calcutta – some something to make her feel special. If she reads a lot,
called her a living saint – spent her entire adult life buy her a new book, if she likes chocolate, take some.
taking care of the poor, the destitute, the homeless and If you can cook, give her a break and cook something
the dying. She has become a metaphor for nurturing, for her. Hold her face in your hands and kiss her. It’s you
the one attribute that mothers all over the world have. she gave birth to. It’s you she wants to see.
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‫أفكار لهدية عيد األم‬

‫هل فكرت في نوع الهدية التي سوف تختارها ؟؟هل وضعت ميزانية لهذة الهدية ؟؟كثيرة هي أنواع الهدايا املتوفرة في األسواق وقد يقف البعض منا حائرا ويتساءل‬
‫ماذا سأختار من بني هذا الكم ‪ ،‬فليس املهم أن تكون الهدية غالية الثمن ولكنها يحب أن تبدي مدى تقديرنا ألمنا‪.‬‬
‫وجتد هنا بعض األفكار الرائعة التي ميكن أن تساعدك في اختيار هدية عيد األم‪:‬‬

‫مجوهرات‬ ‫ألبوم صور‬

‫فاذا كانت ميزانيتك تسمح فيمكنك تقدمي خامت أو‬ ‫يحتوي على صور لها وجلميع أفراد‬
‫أسورة أو طقم ومن املمكن أن تشترك مع أفراد أسرتك‬ ‫العائلة أخذت في مناسبات مختلفة‬
‫في شرائها‪.‬ولقد رأيت قطع مجوهرات رائعة لدى‬ ‫مع كتابة تعليق طريف أمام كل‬
‫الفارس مختلفة األثمان في متناول العديد فليس‬ ‫صورة منها ومن املؤكد أن هذه‬
‫بالضرورة أن تكون القطعة باهظة الثمن‪.‬‬ ‫الفكرة ستعجب األم كثيرا ً بل أنها‬
‫عنوان مجوهرات الفارس ‪ :‬مركز عبد العزيز العصيمي‪،‬‬ ‫ستعجب جميع أفراد األسرة عندما‬
‫شارع رقم ‪ ،6‬الشويخ‪ ،‬خلف بيت التمويل الكويتي‬ ‫يستعيدون ذكرياتهم اجلميلة ‪.‬‬
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‫والشور جل و الشامبوهات والكرميات املعطرة مع املناشف‬
‫اشتراك نادي صحي‬
‫‪،‬هدية جميلة تقدم في سلة وترتب بشكل جذاب ‪.‬أوميكنك‬ ‫كوبون لزيارة سبا يقدم خدمات التجميل وتنظيف‬
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‫فهناك باألسواق عطور رائعة مثل عطر شانيل ‪Cristalle‬‬ ‫اشتراك في نادي صحي مثل نادي شامبيونز أو فليكس‬
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‫لزجاجة ‪ 100‬مل أو إستي لودر جاسمني وايت موس ‪Moss‬‬
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‫ميكنك اهدائها مجموعة عطور عربية وبخور تقدم في‬
‫صناديق خاصة تباع لهذا الغرض يتوفر معها املبخر‪.‬‬
‫شوكوالتة و زهور‬
‫الشوكوالتة هدية رائعة ألي مناسبة وخاصة اذا كان معها باقة زهور وهناك الكثير‬
‫من احملالت التي تبيع الشوكالتة الفاخرة في الكويت كمحل باتشي وجوديفا‬
‫ورووتشي وغيرها ‪ ،‬كما أن أجمل شيء في الطبيعة هي الزهورفهي من اجمل‬
‫الهدايا وأقربها الى القلوب وتعبيرا لذلك اجلمال أصبحت رمزا للحب والصفاء‪.‬‬

‫حقيبة يد‬
‫سواء كانت احلقيبة فاخرة أو عادية فمن املؤكد أنها سوف تدخل البهجة على قلب‬
‫والدتك ولكن ابتعد عن حقائب التقليد والتي بعد مدة بسيطة ميكن أن تتلف واذا‬
‫ساعة يد‬
‫كانت ميزانيتك التسمح بشراء حقيبة غالية فحقيبة عادية تؤدي الغرض كافية‪.‬‬
‫الشك أن هذه الهدية ميكنها أن تستخدمها يوميا َ‬
‫وفي النهاية أرجو أن تتمكن من اختيار الهدية املناسبة لوالدتك وأبدا لن تكون الهديه‬
‫وتتذكرك بها وميكنك أختيار ساعات متعددة‬
‫مهما كانت قيمتها املاديه موفيه جلزء بسيط من حقها علينا ‪ ..‬فكل ما منلكه ال‬
‫بأسعار مختلفة من محالت الكويت اخملتلفة وذلك‬
‫يعادل ما فعلته وسوف تفعله ألجلنا‪.‬‬
‫حسب ميزانيتك‪.‬‬

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 ‫‪March 2010‬‬

‫لـمحـات‬

‫دليلك لشراء هدية عيد األم‬ ‫انتصار السيف‬

‫األم وما أدراك ما األم‪ ،‬حقيقة ال يستطيع اللسان وال القلم‬

‫اعطائها حقها ‪ ،‬فبعد عدة أيام سـنحتفل مبناسبة عزيزة و غاليـة‬
‫على قلوبنا جميعاً وهي عيد األم أو يوم األم التي هي من ضمن‬
‫االحتفاالت التي يوجه إليها العالم اهتماما بالغاَ ‪،‬فعلى الرغم‬
‫من اختالف هذا اليوم في تاريخه وعاداته من بلد ألخر على مستوى‬
‫العالم إال أن هناك اتفاقا عامليا على االحتفال به‪.‬فاالحتفال بعيد‬
‫األم وسيلة للتقارب بني األمهات واألبناء فنحن نحتفل بصانعة‬
‫الرجال التي لها فضل عظيم علينا بصفة خاصة ‪ ،‬فهي التي‬
‫فعلت الكثير والكثير والزالت تفعل من اجلنا الكثير و الكثير‪.‬‬

‫ولألحتفال بهذه املناسبة العزيزة على قلوبنا يجب أن يتم االعداد‬

‫لها بشك الئق يليق مبكانة األم‪.‬‬

‫يهمك بقدر أن‬

‫تستفيد منه والدتك أو أن ذلك ال ّ‬ ‫لون معني أو تزيني غرفة احللوس بطريقة معينة‪.‬أما‬
‫تكون رمز لذكرى عيد األم؟‬ ‫اذا لم يتسع لديك الوقت لذلك فيمكنك طلب‬
‫الطعام من أحد املطاعم وال تنسى كيكة عيد‬
‫وألختيار هدية لعيد األم هنالك عدة قواعد أهمها‪:‬‬ ‫األم فمعظم احملالت في الكويت تتفنن في اعداد‬
‫كعكعات عيد األم الرائعة وميكنك تقدمي كيكة‬
‫‪ -‬تختلف كل أم بذوقها العام عن األم األخرى وذلك‬
‫عليها صور جميع أفراد األسرة تتوسطها صورة األم‪.‬‬
‫حسب سنها وميولها ‪،‬فال تختر الهدية حسب ذوقك‬
‫أما اذا رغبت أنت و أفراد أسرتك في الذهاب إلى أحد‬
‫الشخصي ولكن اهتم مبيول والدتك وهواياتها‬
‫املطاعم لألحتفال بهذه املناسبة فيمكن أن يقوم‬
‫‪،‬اختار شيئا هي حتبه ال شيئا أنت حتبه فلال تهدها‬
‫كل شخص منكم بتقدمي هديته في املطعم‪.‬‬
‫عطرا َ ما لم تتأكد من العطر الذي حتبه والدتك أل َّن‬
‫العطور اختيار شخصي ‪.‬‬ ‫قواعد لهدية عيد األم‬
‫‪ -‬التغليف اجليد بأشكال مبتكرة للهدايا باستخدام‬ ‫هناك الكثير من الهدايا ميكنك تقدميها فلقد اعتدنا‬
‫األشرطة امللونة والعلب اجلميلة يضيف قدرا من‬ ‫في عيد األم اختيار الهدايا التقليدية والرائجة‬
‫املتعة والتشويق عند تلقيها وفتحها‪.‬‬ ‫ألمهاتنا في عيدهن‪ .‬قلة منا فكر يوما ً في إنتقاء‬
‫هدية غير تقليدية ‪،‬وهناك من يجيد اختيار الهدية‬
‫‪ -‬ال تنس محو ثمن الهدية ‪ ،‬وال تتحدث عن ثمنها‬ ‫ويجهد نفسه بالبحث عنها قبل شرائها ليقدم في‬
‫أو جمالها أمام والدتك واترك احلكم لها واحتفظ‬ ‫النهاية هدية تعبر عنه بدقة وتناسب من يقدمها‬
‫بفاتورة الشراء وذلك في حالة احلاجة للتبديل أو‬ ‫له‪ ،‬وهناك من يشتري الهدية من وجهة نظره هو‬
‫اإلرجاع‪.‬‬ ‫ومبا يحب أن يهدى له‪ .‬فهل تفضل الهدية شي‬
‫ديكور حفلة عيد األم‬
‫ديكور حفلة عيد األم يعتمد على املكان الذي‬
‫سوف تقام فيه ‪ ،‬فاذا كان مكان اقامتها املنزل‬
‫فيجب التأكد من نظافة وترتيب املنزل قبل البدأ‬
‫بأي شيئ‪،‬وميكن اضفاء بعض اجلمال على املنزل‬
‫بتزيينه بطريقة جذابة بالشموع والبالونات والزهور‬
‫‪ ،‬كما ميكن تعليق الفتة كبيرة تقول "عيد ام سعيد‬
‫ألفضل أم في العالم"‪.‬‬
‫جتهيز الطعام حلفلة عيد األم‬
‫الطعام يشكل جزءا ال يتجزأ من أي حفلة تقيمها‬
‫‪ ،‬وألن هذا اليوم مكرس لألم فيمكنك اعداد‬
‫الطعام بنفسك حيث تكون فكرة رائعة اذا قمت‬
‫أنت و مبساعدة أخوتك باعداد الطعام ‪ .‬فيمكنكم‬
‫اختيار الئحة بالوجبات التي تفضلها والدتك ومن‬
‫ثم مفاجأتها في يوم عيدها بوليمة مخصصة لها‪.‬‬
‫وكذلك تأكد من ترتيب طاولة الطعام وكراسي‬
‫اجللوس كما ميكنك اعداد منط( ثيم) للحفلة كاختيار‬

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March 2010
THE MAGIC WORLD
We are currently living in the modern age
where we are dependent on machines for
our day to day work. We start and continue
our daily activities with the help of different
types of machines. Let’s talk about our mobile;
it’s an integral part of our living now. It is
impossible to get rid of this gadget from our
lifestyle even for a short while. What an irony,
these machines were invented to comfort our
living but now we have become slaves to these
things. For instance, last weekend I was sitting
over a cup of coffee with one of my friend from
school days and discussing the use of machines
in our life, I asked her to switch off her mobile
phones for a day and stay peacefully. I thought
my idea would impress her, however she could
not believe what I said and categorized my idea
as weird. She said this is a crazy thought and
this will disconnect her with her loved ones. This
made me rethink over my conclusions that how
inseparable these gadgets have become for us.
We Homo sapiens are moving towards the
invention of new technology and even improving
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what we have. The reason is to make life more
comfortable or rather I would say to help us
become lazier. Gone are the days when my mom
used to wake me up for college, now my mobile
performs this duty. The alarm starts ringing at
6.00 in the morning and even if I don’t wake
up it snoozes for next 30 minutes. After I get
up my first action is preparing my coffee, just
by pressing one button of my coffee machine
my coffee is ready. These types of procedures
goes on for the whole day, and thanks for all
the remote control technology wherein I don’t
even have to get up and just use my thumb and
place my commands . What a life we all have,
if my grand parents were alive I am sure they
would have believed that I am a super magician
who does everything sitting in one corner of
the house.
Life for sure is becoming comfortable but,
is this the way we should live? This question
has been within my little brain for quite some
time, now as even I am becoming more and
more techno savvy, though I am proud of it but
INSIGHT
deep down inside me there is little insecurity.
Sometimes sitting all alone with my gadgets all
around I wonder is this the right way to live. I
wish that I would have been less automated and
doing more physical tasks which would have
supported me to stay healthy. The question is
not that these things are not good, we all are
glad that these things exists to support us but
we are inviting more diseases and an unhealthy
atmosphere. Today’s generation is born with
these gadgets, they don’t know that there is
an alternative which exist and that’s where I
sense trouble. I have a group of friends who
are not aware about something called morning
walk, as they have never left there cozy bed
before 9 or even 11 in the morning. Please
don’t take me wrong I am not saying that
they are not health conscious, they are but
they have always jogged on the treadmill. It’s
equally good but isn’t walking along a river, or
on a sea track or in a park more refreshing. I
believe all my friends who have actually done
this kind of practices actually understand what
I mean here.
There are two kinds of living. First is where
we ‘survive’ and the second is where we
‘live’. In the former category, we just survive.
This means what ever means we have we
are making use of it and surviving. What we
have doesn’t make contended any more, we
are running in a race of getting more loofah
(money), looking for more lucrative careers,
to sum up we follow what our head says. The
later category is where we live. We commence
our day with routine activities like exercising, or
other physical activities etc. We on regular basis
plan for vacations with friends and families. We
understand the most important thing we can
give to all our loved once is our time. We try to
indulge in more quality based activities. We are
in a profession where the goal is not money or
cash but we do what we have always wanted
to. To sum up, we follow our hearts. This will
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definitely attract more happiness.
who tells you were speeding.
We should never forget that these machines
are invented to support us in our daily
Do you explain some made
courses. We should be able to maintain
a balance in our lives, between things to up story as to why you were
be done manually and activities to be
perform through these machines. A major speeding or deny it and try
percentage of our health problem will also
vanish then. The more physical activities we
do more fit and fine we will be. We humans
to get out of it? Let us know what you think! Email us at
hello@citypageskuwait.com.
should be proud of ourselves that at regular Your answer could be published in our next issue.
intervals we are inventing something which
can be used for our betterment. The cause
and effect of these gadgets should always
be balanced. Let me explain this, the cause
of a particular machine is associated with
its need. For instance, If I have to write for
one of the magazines column in France and
I have only one single day left, I can’t write
my article on a piece of paper and then
post it to France from Kuwait, neither can
I dictate it over the phone. The shortest,
easiest and cheapest is emailing it. Using
internet is my need here. The effect is I am
using it in synchronization with my need.
Now let us reverse the situation, if I am
holidaying in Singapore, my system goes
corrupt and installing it will take lots of
money and time in a new land. Avoiding
any kind of risk I have fifteen days to send
my article in France and I have a brilliant
idea today. I will rather write it on a piece
of paper and mail it manually rather than
waiting for my system to fall in place. Here,
I am behaving in accordance to my need.
Do not forget that these machines which
occupy half the area in our homes should
be used in accordance.
My advice for everyone out there reading
this article that we should be thankful that
these gadgets exist for us. All these things
have some magic in them; there functions
are just a click away. Unlike old days where
phone was connected with wire, now our
mobile phone is not only a call making and
receiving device but can work as a camera,
an I-Pod, and check mails for us and so on.
So let’s use these devices in limit so that
there magic always remains in our lives.
March 2010

INTERVIEW / SINGER
One of the most successful female artists of Lebanon, with an impressive
number of worldwide performances under her belt, pop singer Pascale
Machaalani has an unprecedented chart record. Each of her 13 studio
albums has reached number one in every pop chart in the Middle East.
Pascale skyrocketed to stardom with her 2000 album, Nour el Shams,
which made her one of the first Arab singers to hit Double Platinum.
In this exclusive interview with CityPages, Pascale sheds some light on
her career as an international pop superstar.

Have you ever performed in

Kuwait?
I did a lot of gigs in Kuwait. Kuwait is a
wonderful country and I love the people. I did
many programs there.

When did you first discover

your love for music?
I discovered it when I was seven or eight.

Define music in your way.

Music is my life, it’s my passion, and I loved it
all my life.

Who writes the lyrics to your

songs?
More than one person, usually Egyptian and
Lebanese writers.

You've performed all over the

world. What location has been
your favorite?
Every country has its own flavor, so I can’t
name just one.

What was your worst

performance experience?
I haven’t had a bad performance experience
yet. All that I have done so far have been
blessed.

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Pa s c a l e
Machaalani
Music is my life, it’s my passion, and I loved it all my life.
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What was it like working in the drama

series Maktoob?
Maktoob was a great experience, the chance of a lifetime.
The program was famous and I loved it.

You have won many awards in your

career. Which one are you most proud of?
I’m proud of all of them. The Lebanese Army gave me
awards, which is good for my career. In Malaysia, I received
an award from Warner International. Most of the people
there don’t speak Arabic, but they still loved me and wanted
me to perform in concert.

Which other singers inspire you?

Every singer with a good song, voice, or lyrics inspires me.

Would you collaborate with other

singers?
Why not? I have no one in mind, though.

What's the best piece of advice you've

ever been given?
Someone told me to stay down-to-earth and to be sure to
get the opinion of the fans.

What message would you like to give to

aspiring singers?
You should love and believe in what you’re doing.

When is your birthday? What's your

sign?
I was born on March 27, which makes me an Aries.

What would you look for in an ideal

husband?
I don’t have a specific man in mind, but I’d love my husband
to be a real man: generous, serious, gentlemanly, and cute.

Finally, can you tell us one unusual

thing about yourself?
I eat a lot of chocolate!
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‫سؤال و جواب‬
‫اهداءات وتهنئة خاصة مبناسبة عيد األم‬
‫وأجمل الهدايا في عيدها‬
‫كل عام حتتفل األسرة بعيد إالم وعندما يأتي احلديث عن األم فنحن نستحضر احلنان والتضحية واحلب الذي ليس له مصلحه‬
‫سوى احلب نحن هنا نفتح لكم مساحة واسعة بسعة حبك وتقديرك ألمك فكل منا إبداع بالكلمات والتهنئة اخلاصة‬
‫المه املليئة باملشاعر ولتعبيرهم عن أهمية وفضل األم عليهم‪،‬حيث تقدم أجمل الهدايا واالهداءات والشكر والعرفان لكل‬
‫أم ومن هنا تأتي مقابلتي مع األشخاص الذي يهنئون كل أم في العالم ويقدمون أروع األفكار والهدايا املناسبة لعيد األم‬
‫وكل عام وكل األمهات بألف خير إن شاء اهلل‪.‬‬

‫تشكر فاطمة العنزي كل أم على سهرها وتعبها على أبنائها لترهم أفضل الناس‬
‫األم تسهر وتتعب لترى‬
‫أبنائها في أفضل حال و لكى‬
‫مني جزيل الشكر يا أروع‬
‫إنسانه في العالم‬
‫فاطمة العنزي‬
‫اماني صقر‬
‫وأحب أن أهدى هذه الكلمات البسيطة المي واشكرها من كل قلبي‬
‫أمــي‬
‫من لي بهالدنيا غيرك‬
‫أشكي له وأبث له همومي‬
‫كثر اهلل خيرك‬
‫مالية أفراحي بيومي‬
‫كل عام و انتى بألف خير يا أمي‬
‫أكد طالل مرزوق الغامن على أهمية تقدمي الهدايا اجلميلة مبناسبة عيد األم وتكرمي‬
‫كل أم في العالم على دورها في تنمية اجملتمع وان اإلنسان ال يستطيع إن يعيش‬
‫دون أم وانه سوف يقدم لها ساعة وأواني منزلية‪.‬‬

‫أبدت حال مناور املطيري عن فرحتها مبناسبة عيد األم وتهنئ كل أم في العالم‬
‫وان األم لها دور كبير في بناء اآلسرة واألجيال القادمة ويجب على كل آسرة حتتفل‬
‫وتخفف من معاناة األم وسوف تقدم الورود اجلميلة لتعبير عن مدى سعادتها‬
‫المها‪.‬‬ ‫أصر على الذهاب إلى‬
‫السوق لشراء أفضل هدية‬
‫المي‬
‫وأضاف احمد حمد أن عيد األم من األهم األعياد التي حتتفل بها األسرة معنا في‬
‫أماني نواف‬
‫كل عام وهذا يدل على أهمية األم يشكر كل أم على تربيتها لألبناء وانه سوف‬
‫يقدم خامت من الذهب مبناسبة عيد األم‪.‬‬

‫وأما أماني نواف تصر على تقدمي أجمل الهدايا مبناسبة عيد األم وأنها في كل عام‬
‫األم أج‬
‫مل شي‬ ‫تذهب إلى السوق لتشتري أجمل الهدايا وبذلك تهنئ أماني والدتها وتشكرها‬
‫يستطيع اح بالدنيا وال‬ ‫وسوف تقدم لها عطر فرنسي‪.‬‬
‫د‬
‫عنها حل أن يبتعد‬
‫ظة حدة‬
‫و‬
‫عبد العزيز اخلالد يشكر كل أم ويهنئ جميع األمهات في العالم ويتمني لهم‬
‫ف‬ ‫الصحة والعافية وان األم هي عمود البيت التي تستند به األسرة وبدونها ال‬
‫هد العنزي‬
‫يستطع املرء أن يعيش وسوف أقدم لها الزهور البيضاء واحلمراء‪.‬‬

‫هنادي تهنئ كل أم في العالم مبناسبة عيد األم وان األم مدرسة إذا أعددتها أعددت‬
‫شعبا طيب األعراق وفي كل عام تتجمع األسرة وحتتفل باألم التي تضحي من اجل‬
‫أبنائها‪.‬‬

‫إما أسراء عبد اهلل عيد األم من أفضل األعياد التي جتتمع األسرة مع بعضها‬
‫البعض حيث أن األم هي شمعة املنزل وهي نور قلوبنا واهدي هذه الكلمات جلميع‬
‫األمهات‬ ‫عيد‬
‫ع‬ ‫أل‬ ‫ا‬ ‫م‬ ‫ه‬ ‫األم من أ‬
‫ماما احترت و اهلل إيش أهديك‬ ‫ياد التي‬ ‫حتتفل بها‬
‫القلب الروح عمري ما يكفيك‬ ‫ف‬ ‫م‬ ‫عا‬ ‫ل‬ ‫بد من األسرة ك‬
‫ال‬ ‫ت‬
‫قدمي أجم‬
‫قلت ما في أحلى من ربي يخليك‬ ‫في ع ل الهدايا‬
‫يدها‬
‫األم مدرسة إذا أعددتها‬
‫أعددت شعبا طيب األعراق‬ ‫ويؤكد فهد العنزي أن األم هي أجمل شي بالدنيا وال يستطيع أن يستغنى عن آمه‬ ‫احمد حمد‬ ‫‪19‬‬
‫آو االبتعاد عنها حلظة وحدة وكل عام وانتى بخير يا أمي العزيزة وأنا احبك كثيرا‬
‫هنادي‬ ‫وهديتي لها وردة حمراء لتعبر عن حبي لها‪.‬‬
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Introducing
Ahmed Ahmed

Ahmed Ahmed was born in Helwan, Egypt. His parents immigrated to the U.S. when he was one month old and he
grew up in Riverside, CA. He moved to Hollywood when he was 19 years old to pursue a career as an actor and stand-
up comedian. He attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and studied with acting coaches Cliff Osmond,
Ivana Chubbuck and Sandy Marshall.
Mr. Ahmed can be seen in such films and television shows as Iron Man, You Don't Mess With the Zohan, Swingers,
Tracey Takes On, Roseanne, JAG, Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn on Comedy Central, MTV's PUNK'D, and on the
Fahrenheit 9/11 DVD bonus features performing stand-up comedy. He has also appeared on CNN, The View, The
Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and NPR, and was featured on the front page of the Wall Street Journal in December of
2001. Recently, he can be seen in the film City of Life, the first feature film to be shot entirely in Dubai, U.A.E., which
was premiered at the Dubai International Film Festival last year. He was the recipient of the first annual Richard Pryor
Award for Ethnic Comedy at the Edinburgh Comedy Festival in Scotland in the summer of 2004.
In 2009 Ahmed completed his directorial debut Just Like Us, a feature length documentary focusing on Middle
Eastern comedy.
CityPages had the opportunity to meet Ahmed and here we share with you the exclusive interview he gave for
CityPages:
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INTERVIEW / COMEDIAN
Tell us about your childhood.
Were you hilarious then?
I always felt funny as a child. I had a pretty
good sense of humor. I played a lot of pranks
and jokes on my family, friends and at school.
Who inspired you to be a comedian?
Anyone else in the family?
My dad is terribly funny and growing up in
an Egyptian family with 6 kids provides tons
of material. Egyptians are funny and can be
dramatic and emotional at times which provides
a lot of comedy fodder.
How did you start your professional
career as a comedian?
I started out as an actor then fell into standup
comedy later in my career. I found the art of
standup comedy while working as a food server
in a restaurant. I had to keep my customers
happy in order to make decent tips. Then
later I started performing open mic nights
and amateur nights. After seven years I finally
became a paid regular at The World Famous
Comedy Store then eventually started touring.
Did your family support you or
were they against this?
They support me now but they didn't in the
beginning... Standup comedy is not a traditional
career choice for the oldest son of an Egyptian/
Muslim household. Now my father tries to write
jokes for me to use on stage...
What goal you try to achieve
through comedy?
My goal is to entertain people through laughter
and earn a great living. I also believe that
comedy can heal and break down stereotypes.
What is your ultimate goal?
To achieve the impossible and spread global
laughter and understanding. I'd like to continue
seeing the world, have a family one day, seek a
higher understanding of life.
Being in US for a long time, how do
you update about the middle-east?
I have Arab friends, watch satellite tv, go online,
etc... I travel there a lot too and try to gather
material while I'm there. Plus we are in the
news everyday! lol!
Tell us about your best performances?
That's hard to say because every performance
is different. But the shows we've had in the
Middle East in the past couple of years have
been great.
Tell us about any bad experiences
while performing?
One time an White-American guy told me to go
back to my country and starting yelling racial
slurs. I came off stage and confronted him. He
was much bigger than me but we went outside
anyway. Before anything happened a bunch
of comedians broke it up and he left. I would
never do that again. It was unprofessional.
Do you see any differences in the
audience in the Arab world and the west?
Yes and no... the difference is that contemporary
stand up comedy is brand new to the region.
But they understand everything and get most
American references.
Now, tell us about your latest movie
"Just Like Us" what's it about?
Just Like Us documents our recent comedy tour
through Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Dubai and Beirut.
It's a celebration of culture and comedy. www.
justlikeusthemovie.com
How good is your
Arabic?
Not very good but I understand
everything. I'm working on it.
Did you ever get nervous
performing?
Not anymore.
What kind of jokes
audience respond mostly
to?
Anything about family, relationships,
men vs women, current events, politics,
awkward moments, etc...
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How did you move into movies? Is
acting what you are looking for next?
I got an agent and started auditioning for roles
in films. I've been an actor for 20 years and will
continue to do it as long as I can find work in
good films.
What do you prefer more? Acting
or Stand-up commedy?
I love both but comedy is a bit more freeing
and has more risk. As an actor you have to be
part of a team or committee. Comedians are
like lonely cowboys.
Tell us some experiences while
acting in hollywood?
I got to work with Adam Sandler, Robert Downy
JR and Vince Vaughn.
Tell us about your achievements
and awards that you have received?
I won the Richard Pryor Award for Ethnic
Comedy and was the first Arab to appear on
the Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
What's the most funny thing about you?
Hmmm... I don't know. Maybe my laugh. People
say it's contagious.
How many times did you perform in
Kuwait and how was your experience?
I've performed there six times. People in Kuwait
are very nice.
What is the funniest thing in Kuwait?
There's no speed limit on the highway. It's like
a raceway!
What did you study? and why did
you not pursue a career in that?
I never went to college. I moved to Hollywood
at the age of 19. I always knew I would be in
the entertainment industry.
What kind of food do you like?
Bbq, Italian, Arabic, Mexican, Thai and sushi.
Is comedy good for health? How?
Comedy heals. Laughter is important because
it release endorphins and stress.
Are you always funny or do you
ever get serious in daily life?
I'm actually a very serious person when I'm
not on stage. Most people that don't know me
would never guess I am a stand up comedian.
I like to save the funny and my energy for the
stage.
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INTERVIEW / FASHION

Colette Malouf
Born in Soho, based in Soho and creates in Soho
Colette Malouf is a true New Yorker that grew up amidst the emerging art and design scene of downtown
Manhattan. An edgy influence perhaps, but Colette is a child of fashion that was raised on couture from her
family’s glamorous lounge war business, “Perfect Negligee” where ostrich feathers and jewelled caftans ruled.
From the street to high fashion, Colette melds the two influences bringing artistic elegance to everything she
designs.
Today, aside from being the number one brand of hair accessories worldwide, Colette also offers a line of
costume jewellery that is artistic as the hair collection. She has fifteen stores in Asia and has expanded into
the Middle East. “Being born to a Lebanese family, I am proud to share my vision with women in the Middle
East” says Colette.
There’s a good chance you’ve seen her work if you love fashion - perhaps on the memorable hit series “Sex
and the City” or “Gossip Girl; in collaborations on the runway of fashion idol Michael Kors and Derek Lam; or in
the pages of top fashion and beauty magazines and on the likes of Oprah, Hale Berry and Anne Hathaway.
In an exclusive interview for CityPages Colette tells us more about herself.

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Where are you from?
I was born and raised in Greenwich Village
(NYC) but am first generation American.
When did you first start
designing and what did you start
designing first?
When I was in college I started designing
costume jewelry which I sold to stores in
Boston where I studied. I considered it a
hobby but just after I graduated there was a
trend in accessories for hair and I came up with
the idea of the "Scrunchie" (also known as a
"Chou Chou") but then saw it advertised in a
magazines 8 months later which triggered me
to begin my own collection.
What inspires your designs?
My Grandfather brought the caftan to the US in
the 1920's and launched a luxury evening and
lounge wear company called "Perfect Lingerie".
And as a child I used to go to my Grandmother's
enormous colonial house every Sunday where
the family had accumulated an attic filled with
couture clothing and accessories from the 20's
to the 60's. I couldn't wait to go up to the attic
to discover crystal encrusted shoes, white
kidskin gloves and gowns by Norell, Schiaparelli
and Dior. I was enthralled with all the beautiful
things I found and today they fill my closets
and drawers and continue to inspire my design
perspective. I love glamour!
What is the process of creating
one of your pieces from design
to production?
I begin with a story I want to tell. Either it is
from my travels or from objects I collect or
impressions I have stored in my mind. Then I
create a color palette that describes the mood
of the story and then I begin sketching to
create the looks that express the story.
What materials do you use
and what is your best choice?
CM: I work with many materials and I like to
combine contrasting textures and sculptural
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shapes. I work with woven metal mesh, hand
knit wire, hand blown glass, crystals and silks.
The combination of hard and soft is more
interesting to me than just one material.
When did you launch your
brand and under what name?
I began in 1987 under Colette Malouf.
When did you start offering
costume jewelry?
In 1998 I launched costume jewelry
What Fashion Shows have
How many stores do you have you participated in?
and what are your future plans?
I have worked with Michael Kors, Peter Som
I have 15 branded corners in Asia with free and Derek Lam.
standing stores in Tokyo, Beijing and Shanghai.
What is your ultimate goal?
I would like to have a store in Beirut and later
in other cities across the Middle East. To enjoy life and help others enjoy life through
my work.
When did you open in Kuwait
and how is Kuwait market Your Best Memory?
compared to others? Being 19 and living in Rio de Janeiro.
The line first launched in Kuwait last year What is your favourite color?
and has been very well received. (Please ask
That's a tough question. It's between olive
Hikmat for more details)
green and turquoise so I guess I could say I
What would be your best piece love teal!
of advice to someone who wanted
to follow in your footsteps and
establish a design/accessories
company?
Work for a few years before you start your
own company and get some experience and
contacts.
What are your greatest
achievements?
I started this business just out of collage and
now, 23 years later, I have a global luxury
brand.
What are your hobbies?
I love to practice yoga, swim, dance and be
active. Cultural travel is my favorite thing to do,
especially if it combines fitness and adventure.
I love food, Japanese culture and have a big
interest in well being and healing.
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INTERVIEW / CHEF
Meet Cricket Azima is a dynamic young

Cricket
professional chef who specializes in
cooking for and with children.
Cricket is the Director of Kids’ Programs
for Kidfresh™ an innovative company in
New York City offering all natural, freshly
prepared foods for kids.
Since 1999, Cricket has been teaching
cooking classes to over 1000 children
of all ages at various locations in New
York City, including schools, Whole Foods
Market, Girl Scout groups, the Children’s
Museum of Manhattan, and in her private
classes.
As an instructor, Cricket is one of a
kind. She strives to teach more than a
recipe or basic cooking technique, with
a teaching philosophy that is based on
“the educational benefits of cooking.”
“We can learn about so much more than
just food, while in the kitchen,” says
Cricket. “In addition to cooking skills and
techniques, children in my classes learn
about history, geography, math, nutrition,
science, foreign language, art, and much
more.”
In an exclusive interview for CityPages,
we learnt more about Cricket.

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Where are you currently based?
New York City
What motivated you to taking cooking as a
profession?
I have always loved to cook and eat. I was at a
crossroad in my career, trying to decide between
becoming a chef or an elementary school teacher,
when it hit me – I can do both! Now, I teach
elementary aged children about food, my favorite
topic – talk about having your cake and eating it,
too!
What formal education you have taken
related to cooking?
I have my Professional Culinary degree from Peter
Kump's (now known as The Institute of Culinary
Education) and my Masters in Food Studies & Food
Management from New York University
Why do you get involved with children
mostly?
I am overwhelmed with satisfaction when I see a
child's eyes light up at the discovery of a new food
or ingredient – one he or she thought they wouldn’t
enjoy. I am also pleased to be able to share this
news with parents, who I often find are a bit leery
of that food or ingredient themselves!
Here’s an example: Recently, a parent returned to
pick up their child from class and was surprised
to learn his child now likes eggplant. “You made
something with eggplant?” he questioned,
squishing his nose at mention of the vegetable.
They went home with the recipe, and the next time
I saw them, the father shared that, at age 40, he
now likes eggplant!
What kind of activities you do with
children?
In addition to learning how to make a delicious
recipe, children learn educational material, such
as math, science, geography, history, nutrition,
social studies, art, language and reading skills.
They are also exposed to and develop skills related
to socialization, physical activity, and lifetime
learning.
Tell us about you Special way of teaching
cooking to children?
When I develop recipes and curriculum for The
Creative Kitchen classes, I work to incorporate as
much educational content as possible – such as
math, science, and nutrition – while still maintaining
an entertaining and interesting environment.
The lesson absolutely has to be of interest to kids.
And, with that said, my primary goal is always to
work with fun ingredients and foods – ones kids
love already, as well as ones I can teach them to
like.
I make sure children keep both their hands and
minds busy the entire time they are in the kitchen
with me. For example, even when I am completing
a simple step on my own – adding a spice, for
instance – I keep children involved, by asking them
to smell the spice and spell its name. We might
also talk about where the spice grows and how it
is harvested.
What is the best age to begin learning
cooking?
I teach from 2 1/2 years old and up. The 2 1/2 year
olds until about 4 years old need some assistance
from a parent or care-giver. In their classes, we
discuss colors, shapes, numbers, foods, etc. From
5 years old, the children are truly able to absorb
more of the "educational" content that accompanies
the lesson, for example how foods are grown, from
where the foods originate, the science of how they
cook, they can do math when doing measurements,
etc.
Which are the books published by you?
The books I've written include Everybody Eats
Lunch, Handstand Kids Mexican Cookbook (I
developed and wrote the recipes), and Culinary
Improvisation (I contributed). I am in the process
of another book - details to come soon.
Tell us about the awards and achievements
you have received?
Everybody Eats Lunch received a gold award
from the National Parenting Publications Awards
(NAPPA).
What are your current goals?
To continue to teach children's classes, write
children's cookbooks, and do more video content
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with kids and food (my latest is on IVillage.com - in
the food section, under the Kids header).
What is the ultimate Achievement that you
are looking forward to?
This changes daily :)
Do you invent new recipes or cooking
styles?
Yes - I develop and write recipes for my own classes
and food companies that hire me to consult (for
example Kellogg's, Fruit Simple, etc.)
What motivates you or inspires you?
Food :)
What middle-eastern foods you like most?
Since my father is from Iran, I have to say that
Persian food is my favorite :)
What are your other hobbies?
I love to spend time with my son, Kingston.
Tell us a childhood memory?
My mother was not much of a cook, unless opening
a can of tuna is considered cooking! I think her
aversion to cooking directly affected my desire
to be a good cook (plus, I was sick and tired of
canned tuna).
My fondest childhood memories surround the
kitchen. I remember taking cooking classes at age
5 at a small gourmet store in Kansas City. Believe
it or not, I actually prepare some of those same
recipes today – Stone Soup and Navajo Fried Bread
are both regular menu items, in my home and my
classroom. I also recall being in Montessori school
and the excitement of simply cutting up bread and
passing it to my peers. Without question – of all
the classes and schools I have attended over the
years – my food and cooking experiences are the
most unforgettable.
What is one unique thing about your
cooking?
That I don't just cook a recipe - I look at the history
of the ingredients, the culture of the people from
the country where the recipe originated, the science
behind why the recipe is cooked a particular way,
etc. I also enjoy adapting traditional recipes to suit
my taste or that of the children I teach.
What are your future plans?
Time will tell :)
What is your zodiac sign?
Scorpio
How do you celebrate your birthday?
Typically over a big, fun meal with my friends and
family....if not dozens of these meals, as I enjoy
celebrating my birthday the entire month of
November :)
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INTERVIEW / POET

FATIMA H. ALWAN
A Fervent Eastern Writer… with a zealous Western pen.
Fatima Hussein Alwan is an enthusiastic Kuwaiti writer and poet, holding a master's degree in Computer
Engineering.
She started her writing trek at the age of 12. Fatima's technical speciality didn't hinder her or thwart her from
pursuing her true passion, which is English Literature; she's Literaturaholic and dreams of becoming a novelist one
day, for she considers fiction her first literary love, notwithstanding her great fondness and devotion for poetry.
CityPages selected Fatima as a representative for International Women’s Day and learnt about her recently launched
book “Poesy Whisperer”.
CityPages has the privilege to be the first to know about her new book and to be the first to interview her.

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Is there any particular style you use in your
writing?
In the first book I did not use any particular style,
rather it was a sort of free- style writing. Most
of the poems, not all of them, were in the form
of simple couplets with one recurring rhyme.
However, as now my English is maturing and poetry
writing is developing, my second book is way more
professional. I would say that I have adopted
classical styles and more fixed forms of poetry.
What is the title of your second book?
The title of my second book is “Poesy Whisperer”
where “poesy” is an olden and literary word
for “poetry”, and the cover is designed by my
husband.
How did you feel when your first book was
published?
I was elated, enthusiastic and proud. Frankly, I was
over the moon! My whole family was excited. My
kids were bragging that their mother is a poet, and
were showing my book all around the school, and
telling their teachers and friends about it. Beside
that, I had received wonderful, encouraging and so
supportive feedbacks on my website.
What is your goal?
I'm doing my best to develop and enhance myself
and make my writing more mature, for I'm so eager
that my books reach as many hands and enter as
many hearts as possible, inside and outside Kuwait.
My main goal is gaining readers' trust, respect,
admiration, appreciation and delight.
What is the target age of your poetry?
I believe that thirteen plus is the age that would
be interested in my poetry. However, I have several
younger readers also.
What are the topics covered in your poems?
Many! Love, friendship, nostalgia, virtues, advice
and guidance, spirituality, vivid description, and
even story-telling... diverse topics that satisfies
most tastes.
What is the best time for writing?
I have two kids and I work in the morning, so
usually I get the spirit of writing when they sleep
at night. Because writing needs a free mind to
get the inspiration and boost imagination and
concentration. However, there is no fix time because
the idea just pops up any time. Some of my best
pieces I had written at work, when I was free of
course! Even while driving, an idea might emerge,
so I use the recorder on my mobile phone and later
I pour it on paper and work on it.
What is your profession?
I am a computer engineer, while my heart and soul
are clinging to writing and to literature. At the time
when I had to take the decision about the field of
study, Computer Engineering was an appealing
field. I can't say that I regret this decision, for I
learnt time management, tasks organization and
self-dedication from my field of speciality; yet
sometimes I wish I had chosen English Literature.
Where the poetry lovers can find your books?
My books are sold through Virgin MegaStore and
Jareer BookStore and they are available in Dubai
and Abu Dhabi as well. In addition, the price is
very nominal as my objective is to reach as many
readers as possible.
What is the best feedback you have ever
received?
All the feedbacks I received were positive, supportive
and flattering; however, I was overwhelmed by the
magnificent critique that I received from Dr. Bruce
Merry, who is a professor at Kuwait University in the
College of Arts. It put me at the verge of tears!
Do you also give seminars and lectures?
Well, I was invited once by a professor in Kuwait
University to give a presentation about my first
book, and the result was astonishing! And I don't
mind to repeat this thrilling experience had I got
the chance to.
Who is your favorite poet?
I love the work of William Blake, Edwin Arlington
Robinson, Edgar Allan Poe and Robert Frost. But
there isn't any particular poet who really inspires
me, as I do not like to mimic or copy anyone’s style,
and I don't want any poet to shed his persona on
me, regardless how great he is. At the end I like to
be me, just me, not anyone else's replica!
What goals you have set for yourself?
I have a dream to write novels and to publish them
worldwide, and to achieve international recognition.
I dreamt of becoming a novelist since I was a kid,
yet the circumstances had rendered me a poet,
which I do like actually. Still, I'm not giving up on
my original dream, I'm just waiting for the most
opportune moment.
What makes you feel proud?
I have achieved all this without owing any one,
because I finished my schooling in regular
government schools. In addition, I didn't major in
English Language or Literature, I didn't take any
specific writing training, I didn't live outside Kuwait
nor have I got any foreign roots. In a nutshell, I
developed my lingual and writing skills by myself,
and did everything on my own. Don't you think I
have the right to be proud of myself?
Tell us about your childhood?
I was a bookworm and was reluctant to rely only
on teachers. I used to read anything reaches my
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hands, watch English movies, talk shows, and try
to adopt their accent in front of the mirror, holding
a hair brush as a microphone. And I befriended
the dictionaries and invented games out of them.
Simply, I was in love with English language and I
found it so friendly, fascinating and alluring.
What qualities have helped you in your writing?
I have a vast imagination that takes me wherever I
want to go in order to get the sought inspiration for
writing. I am also a very good listener and absorb
information very quickly. My constant travelling
has helped me a lot, as I was trying to shed my
shyness and timidity away and mingle with people
–Anglophones and communicate with them, in
order to enhance my lingual abilities and learn
more.
What advice would you like to give the young
writers?
I would like to encourage young writers and youths
in general to keep dreaming and strive to fulfill their
dreams no matter how wild or difficult they were,
because I believe that nothing is impossible. Keep
pursuing your dreams and never ever give up!
How could the readers reach you?
They could reach me via my official website www.
fhalwan.com
Always By Your Side
Do not despair, my beautiful one
I'm always by your side
Protecting you from all perils
There isn't need to hide
Mu heart and soul are just for you
Ready to listen and guide
Support, advise, with heaps of care
And never blame or child
Life is loaded with ups and downs
A fact we have to abide
It's like the state of dear Blue*
Once high and once low tide
Whenever you're sad or woebegone
Just close your eyes and vide
You'll see me right in front of you
My arms are open wide
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PEOPLE

Kinda Al Faris is CityPages Female Personality of the month as we celebrate the

International Women’s Day this month. Kinda Al Faris with her intensive travelling and
living in different countries and mingling with so many different cultures has made
her truly an international person. She transfers her experience and knowledge in her
position as an employee at the National Bank of Kuwait with the hope to bring tangible
results and she is truly an inspiration for the people around her.
CityPages was honored to meet her and interview her this month. Below is the CityPages
exclusive interview with Kinda Al Faris:

What message would you like to
give on mother’s day?
My message to all the mothers is that they
are the greatest human beings alive. That is
why there are so many different mother’s days
celebrated throughout the world. I don’t have
enough words to express the strength that
they have.
Tell us about your education?
Well I studied in the United Kingdom and United
States and hold two degrees. My major is in
Commercial Art and minor in Interior Design.
Tell us about your work
experience?
I have worked at different sectors. My first
job was at the Ministry of Information. I then
worked for Kuwait Airways for almost 5 years.
I am currently enjoying working at the National
Bank of Kuwait for the last two years to date.
Tell us about your childhood
memories?
My childhood memories are of travelling. I
travelled everywhere with my parents because
of my father’s job. I have lived in Qatar,
Baghdad, Germany, Pakistan, Egypt as well
as the UK and US. I can remember seeing so
many different countries and meeting people
with different cultures and getting acquainted
to them.
What is your favorite holiday spot?
I love the Greek Islands. They are beautiful. I
enjoy beachside locations for relaxation.
What do you do on a day off?
I usually walk on the beach when the weather
is good or watch a movie. I also enjoy having
coffee with friends.
Who is your best friend?
My Mother.
What do you like most about your
job?
No two days are the same. Each day is a different
story. New projects, new tasks. I enjoy it.
What advice would you like to
give to students who are pursuing a
career in media field?
I would like to say that there is lots of room for
talented people in Kuwait. However, competition
is tough. Kuwait is not an easy place to work,
so roll-up your sleeves and get serious about
your career. Don’t expect to start from a senior
position as you will not learn enough for the
long run. Rather start from ground up and you
will learn much.
What is something you never
forget to do before going to bed?
Set my alarm. I am an early starter.
We have learnt that you are a
great fashion lover. Is that true?
Absolutely true.
What is your favorite brand for
shoes?
Jimmy Choo, although I don’t tend to splurge
on them often.
And for hand bag?
I love Bottega Veneta because the brands
leather is buttery soft.
What is your ultimate goal?
To have a quiet and peaceful home on the
Oceanside somewhere.
What would you like to achieve
professionally?
To be the General Manager of marketing of a
company.
What message would you like to
give for CityPages?
I wish CityPages luck. I think it’s doing a good
job and I hope to see the 6th edition.

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Photographer: Natalia Citcai

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PEOPLE

Tareq Rajab Museum

of Islamic Calligraphy
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On 14th March 2007, The Tareq Rajab Museum of Islamic

Calligraphy opened its doors to the general public. Its aim is to
trace the development of the Arabic script. The earliest script
in the museum dates back to the 7th century up to the present
day.
Named after Tareq Sayed Rajab, the first Kuwaiti to be sent
abroad to study art and archaeology, this museum houses a
collection of more than 30,000 items collected over the last
fifty years, a third of which are on permanent display.
The items were collected by Mr Rajab and his English wife,
Jehan Wellborne, who he married in 1955.
They then travelled extensively and began collecting items
from all over the Islamic world and the Far East. These are now
housed in the two parts of the museum.

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It was a long desire to visit the Tareq Rajab Museum as I had heard so
much about it from people who had visited there. Since CityPages started
a tradition of rediscovering hidden pearls of Kuwait and introducing
them, I thought of visiting there as our next destination.
I realized that there were two separate museums, one displaying and
extensive collection of calligraphy, manuscripts, miniatures, ceramics,
metalwork, glass, jade, wood and stone carvings and the other one
specialized for
I decided I will cover only one museum this time and selected to visit the
Tareq Rajab Museum for Islamic Arts. More than the museum, I wished
to meet the person who had given this gift to Kuwait. So, I requested the
museum if I could get an appointment with Dr. Tareq and I was very lucky
that my request was fulfilled.
I reached the museum on the given date and time and was surprised
upon my arrival at the gate that the staff was already informed of
my appointment and welcomed me very warmly. I was then given the
opportunity to visit the museum as I was ahead of my scheduled time. I
considered it an opportunity and began to look around. With the look at
each artwork, I was traveling towards a new world. This was the world
of peace and tranquility.
Soon I was informed that Dr. Rajab has arrived. Next moment I was
about to witness the person who had been collecting Islamic Art for
years and preserving them in his museum. The person, who was ready
to go to any extent for his passion and love for Islam and Islamic Art.
Soon I saw a man entering the museum. This man had serenity, dignitary,
and calmness on his face just like his collection. He was Dr. Tareq Rajab.
I cannot express what my feelings were at that moment.
After greeting, Dr. Rajab asked me if I wished to continue looking around
or to sit for the meeting. I definitely could not wait anymore to listen
from him and decided to look around later. I was honored to share a
cup of tea with him and deeply was confused as I did not understand
how I should start. After taking a deep breath, the only thing that came
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in my mind was the story that I had read about the demolishing of the
museum and I anxiously asked Dr. Rajab whether the news was correct.
Dr. Rajab in a polite and affectionate way told me that those were all
rumors and. Believe me this was a sigh of relief for me as well, like other
people because the moment I saw the museum I become the member of
the fan club of this museum.
I was here to have a formal interview but now I thought it would be
better to be a listener and get as much information from this “Sea of
knowledge” as I could in my granted time. Dr. Rajab told me about his
interest of Islamic Calligraphy in a way that it comes from all around the
world from China to Spain and it brings with it the Islamic culture, faith,
and love, which coexisted with other religions. Through the museum, I
try to portray the true essence of Islam, not the one, which has been
portrayed by the Western media. Islam is the religion of peace and
it was spread with love and not with sword. He said that why people
do not take the example of Indonesia where Islam spread without any
bloodshed. The second bright example could be Spain where Islam was
a dominating force for nearly Eight hundred years and if the method of
preaching could have been fight or barbarism, every person living there
would have been a Muslim.
After expressing his love for Islam Dr. Rajab told me the motive behind
opening of his museum. He told that from his childhood he was fond of
collecting things. In fact in my school days by the influence of my teacher,
I use to travel to Baghdad to collect the manuscripts for the sake of
reading he said. But the real eye opening incident took place during my
studies in United Kingdom when my professor at Bristol College asked
me that why I was here to study arts. He said if you want to learn arts go
the museums in your country and you will learn about arts. I just realized
and was surprised to that there were no museums in Kuwait at that time.
At that moment, I promised with myself that I would start collecting and
build a museum for Kuwait.
Dr. Rajab told me that his wife has been a great support for him as
she shares similar interests. Although her interest is more specific to

jewellery and costumes. We have over 5000 items from all around the
world and this number is still increasing but unfortunately we do not
have any place to display these items. Besides this we have a huge
collection of silver jewellery of more than 13000 pieces.
I do believe that all this collection has no meanings if it is kept only in
stores rather it is only worthy when it is displayed and shared for the
learning by others. For the accomplishment of this purpose, we have
converted our home and our son’s home into museum so that people
can take maximum benefit from it.
Dr. Rajab calls his museum “Mini United Nations” When I asked about
this he told me smilingly that I started this museum in 1980’s and it has
the collection from 1st Hijra to 20th Century. The major collection is of
manuscripts, ceramics. metal works, costumes jewellery and glassware
from all parts of world, like China, Spain, India, Pakistan, Persia… So he
said because this collection has arrived from all parts of the world that
is why I use to call this place “Mini United Nations”.
About Tariq Rajab Museum of Islamic Calligraphy, he told that it was
started three years ago. A new house was purchased for this purpose.
One portion of house is specific for museum and the other has been
rented to meet the expenses of museum as there is not support from
anyone for these museums. The art work from all over the world has
been collected and displayed here. Here I would like to mention and
thank H. H. Sheikh Naser Al-Sabah & Sheikha Hassa Sabah Al-Salem who
really have supported me. Shaikh Naser Al Sabah has his own collection
and he has already converted his school in Shaab into a museum. He is
also planning to open Shaikh Jabir Al Ahmed Cultural Center where his
Pre-Islamic collection will be displayed and he has also agreed to give
me space in the museum.
I felt Dr. Rajab looked grieved on the question about visitors. He said
that not enough people visit the museum although it is free of cost. On
other hand, you will find long rush of visitors outside the museums in
European countries. He requested the ministry of education that they
should arrange trips of students on regular basis so that they should
also be familiar with their cultural heritage and learn.
Although Dr. Rajab has great and immense collection but surprisingly,
he has knowledge about every “Pearls “in his mine. You just point
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towards any piece of art and he is ready to give you full information and
background about it. I was amazed at his memory but believe me it was
more than a memory work. I will call it an unlimited passion and love for
his Islamic Art.
Dr. Rajab has the passion to collect Islamic valuables and bring them
to Kuwait. For example, he has pieces of the Curtains of Kaaba, which
were gathered from Ottoman Caliphates till now. He himself walked with
me and showed me The Curtain of the Tomb of Holy Prophet (PBUH).
He told me that wherever he went either it was any auction or exhibition
and he brought something for the museum.
As recognition to his services, Dr. Rajab received many awards. The
Government of Hungry awarded him the medal in the recognition of
his efforts in supporting cultural relations between Kuwait and Hungry.
The Singapore government also acknowledged his services. The Gulf
Co-operation Council also awarded him certificate of appreciation and
of course, how the State of Kuwait could ignore his services and was
bestowed with the Kuwait’s highest award for his services to the state.
Time passed just as it was riding on a flying horse and I did not notice
it was the time of departure but believe me I was having no intention to
move from there. At the time of departing Dr. Rajab presented me with
books about his two exhibitions abroad, one held in Singapore for twelve
years and the second one that is currently in progress in Hungry. I
thanked Dr. Rajab for the precious gift and left the place with the promise
that next time I will meet him in his other museum.
I personally believe that anyone living in Kuwait should visit the museum
even if your Non-Muslims, Non-Arabs, children, everyone will find the
ultimate peace and will discover themselves in a different world.
The Museum is open to the public from:
09:00 am - 12:00 pm
04:00 pm - 07:00 pm
On Fridays opens only in the morning from: 09:00 am - 12:00 pm
You can contact the museum on: 25355019/25317369 or visit the
website at: www.trmkt.com
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Red Sea Secrets
This year, Sharm El Sheikh won the holiday
travel lotto by virtue of being the cheapest
flights available, and we landed in Egypt two
days before Christmas with a feeling of festive
anticipation.
We had booked online into an 'all inclusive'
hotel on the Red Sea. Our previous forays into
the world of self-booked travel have proven to
be both economical and adventurous and this
time was no different. The hotel’s architecture
gave it a Mediterranean feel with stucco
cottages and numerous gardens of fragrant
flowers surrounding the swimming pools and
restaurants. The only downside was the food.
We are dedicated Foodies and we soon got
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William Schuilenberg
tired of the unchanging menu at the hotel other to kindly provide services for tourists
buffet and snuck away to the old market to find by connecting you with their friends. The hotel
authentic cuisine and snorkeling gear. receptionist connected us with a taxi driver who
brought us to his friend’s store who showed us
On the way to the Old Souq our taxi driver
all of his seven other stores and then directed
cheerfully informed us that Sharm has only
us to his friend’s restaurant. (Thanks, but
three seasons; ‘Russian, Italian, and Everybody
we prefer to find our own way around.) We
Else.’ We had apparently arrived during
negotiated the food and tacky tourist funkiness
Russian Season and our ‘Canadian-ness’
of the Old Souq with enjoyment, stopping for a
always produced an exclamation. “Canada?!
coffee break at one of the little shops offering
Welcome! Welcome!” Apparently, many of the
heavenly smelling (but evil tasting) coffee.
Egyptians we met had never encountered a live
Canadian. For the first time in our life we enjoyed a
Christmas breakfast outside in the warm
I appreciated the cunning savvy of the Egyptian
sunshine with sparrows looking for snacks. Since
businessman. They all network with each

we could not go tobogganing
or play ice hockey (this is what
Canadians do on Christmas
day) we headed for the beach
and staked out our spot among
the sunbathers. Santa arrived
on a camel to greet the children
but he seemed very out of place
amongst the throngs of skimpily
clad people eagerly jostling to get
close to him.
We were too busy discovering the secret life
of fishes to pay attention to Santa. Snorkeling
among the reefs was the highlight of our trip.
The fish are breathtakingly gorgeous. Other
than snorting a whole lot of seawater while
trying to figure out my mask, the experience
was incredible. The Red Sea is a beautiful place
to be in December. The warm sunny days and
starlit nights make it easy to relax and lose
track of the things that stress.
We read in an ad on the wall at the hotel that
we could climb Mt Sinai and see the sunrise.
Since this is where Moses allegedly met with
God, we figured it was worth the effort. We
asked, and the tour guide (a friend of
the receptionist) informed us we could go
but the tour would be all in Russian. We would
understand nothing.
"Perfect!" we said.
"Are you sure?"
“Yep.”
(We hate guided tours and just wanted a
cheap ride to and fro, planning to ditch
the group at the earliest
possible moment.) So,
like a pair of teenagers
headed for a late night
party we eagerly (and
naively) departed for
the mountains at 9
pm. The group and
guide turned out to
be very accommodating of
our language deficit and we
laughingly negotiated the language barriers to
learn something about our companions.
After a four hour bus ride through winding
mountain roads we arrived at St. Catherine’s
Monastery except we were not quite ready to
hike. We were not dressed appropriately for
the cold. Fortunately, the network functioned
efficiently, and the guide referred us to his
friend’s store which was ready and
willing to supply us with mitts, scarves,
long johns and toques. (That’s
Canadian for “winter wool hat”).
We started walking up the mountain. It
didn’t take long for the young energetic
Russians to ditch us. We were much too
slow for them. After four agonizing hours
of plodding uphill we finally made it to the
freezing cold summit just in time to see a
glorious sunrise. We felt rather proud of
ourselves; ten years ago my wife was in
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a wheel chair and seven years ago I needed
a cane to walk.
The journey back down brought on a delayed
fear on seeing how high and how dangerous
the climb actually was. If we had seen
it in the daylight we
would have quit.
Our descent was just as slow as
the ascent so we were pretty much the last
ones off the hill. Our worried Bedouin guide
came hiking back up from the monastery to
make sure we were actually going to make it.
I loved the mountains with various colors and
strange formations. Some of the mountains
looked like they were made of sand rather
than rock; indeed there were ancient
sculptures in the shapes of ancient Pharaohs
and sphinxes.
For us, Sharm El Sheikh was the discovery
of undersea wonders and the huge personal
victory of climbing a mountain. As we flew away
and looked below to the reefs surrounding the
islands we talked about how they had taken on
a whole new significance. We now knew what
was happening down there and in the future
our travel plans will include snorkeling.
Photos by Susannah-Joy Schuilenberg
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10 Rules of Sushi Etiquette

Whether or not you’ve ever been to Japan, there’s no doubt that you’re aware that they do things quite differently over there.
Why do they bow so often? Why are they so great with technology?
This article will not answer those questions. What it will do is arm you with 10 etiquette tips that will allow you to integrate
seamlessly into any authentic sushi-eating situation. Master these and everything else will fall into place.

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Kneeling while eating
Remember Kerri Strug? She was the
American gymnast who took gold on a broken
ankle at the 1996 Olympics. Ever want to be more like
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her? Then try sitting “seiza”-style without dropping a single
piece of sushi. Say "Itadaki masu!"
Seiza is when you sit in a semi-kneeling position with your butt cheeks There is no English equivalent
rested on your Achilles tendons. It originated in the era of samurais in to saying “itadaki masu,” as it is a
order to honor the others sitting with you, but because it can numb your combination of “looks great!” and “OK, I
legs pretty quickly, many Japanese people today have chosen to ignore this am now commencing my meal.”
piece of etiquette. Say it before your first bite to express your
gratitude for the food you are about to
If you break out the seiza at a table full of Japanese people, however, they consume.
will be extremely impressed.
Note: This only works at restaurants that offer traditional Japanese
seating.

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Order omakase-style 8
No matter how much you know about
sushi, the chef knows better. He (women’s hands Never pour
are believed to be too warm to prepare sushi) knows your own drink
what’s fresh, and what’s in season. While at a Japanese restaurant, never
Omakase is when you leave it up to the chef what you are pour your drink in your glass.
served. Not only does this ensure the freshest fish possible, but Pour for everyone else and wait. Another
sushi chefs take great pride in their omakase selections, so you attentive person at the table should jump at
know that you are getting the best that the house has to offer. the opportunity to pour for you or wait for
the server.
In addition, a huge pet peeve among sushi chefs is the fact
that Westerners often order exclusively tuna and salmon.
Get the omakase to show that you know what’s up, but
be warned that this knowledge will set you back
more than the tuna and salmon would.
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Waribashi (disposible Don't pour soy sauce on your rice

chopstick) snapping 101
A high-end sushi restaurant would never be caught with
disposable chopsticks, but if you find yourself in a place that
does use them, this does not mean that civility should break
down. Snap your chopsticks while holding them horizontally for
maximum gentleman points.
This tradition originated for practical reasons, because the type
of establishment that serves “waribashi” in Japan would often
be very crowded, and snapping horizontally cuts down on your
chances of elbowing someone in the face. Although this
tradition is not that practical in a North American setting,
the sushi etiquette lives on.
Don’t do it! You may be tempted, but don’t
pour soy sauce on your rice. Japanese people take
a ridiculous amount of pride in their rice. Just try serving
them Chinese rice with their sushi and see how happy they
look. It’s all about the texture and the subtle flavors of the
grains, so if you add soy sauce to the mix, you will appear to be
destroying something beautiful.
We have a lot of friends who can’t seem to eat white rice without
their precious soy sauce, so we can understand the urge,
but consider this: Do you want to be seen as a destroyer
of beauty?

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Don't plant your
chopsticks in your rice
Ever see the movie Mr. Baseball, starring Tom
Selleck? Great flick.
Remember the scene where our mustache-sporting hero
plants his chopsticks in his rice? Remember how the entire
table practically jumped across the table and tackled him?
Ever wonder why?
In Japan, visiting the graves of ancestors is an important
part of life. People sweep up around their family graves,
leave flowers and also leave bowls of rice with -- you
guessed it -- chopsticks sticking out of them. Unless
you are a ghost or a zombie, doing so in a
restaurant is a bad omen. But then again,
Tom Selleck can do no wrong in
our book.
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Don't pass food from
Similar to Tom Selleck’s blunder, passing food from
chopstick to chopstick is another cardinal no-no in sushi
etiquette.
Partly due to Buddhist influence and partly due to space constrictions,
the standard way of laying the dead to rest in Japan is by cremation.
Contrary to popular belief, however, cremation is not exactly a neat and
tidy process. After the burning, it is traditionally up to the core family
members of the deceased to sift through the ashes and separate
what remains of the charred bones from the rest of the matter by
passing them from one pair of chopsticks to another.
Therefore, if somebody tries to pass you a piece of sushi
with their chopsticks, hold out your plate in order to
avoid the bringing up of painful memories and
awkwardness.

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Don't leave bits of rice in your
bowl
It’s easy to forget that 65 years ago Japan was a
war-torn nation. Food was so scarce that many people
had to resort to eating grasshoppers -- or whatever else
they could find. Since people would have killed for a bowl
of rice, to have left even a single grain in a bowl would have
seemed extremely bourgeois.
Although today’s Japan would be almost unrecognizable
to someone from that time and place, the aversion to
wastefulness lives on. In addition, finishing the last
grain of rice is also a way of paying homage to
a worthy chef.
Finish your meal with,
"Gochi-so-sama-deshi-ta."
Saying “gochi so sama deshita” is the equivalent
of saying “Wow, what a feast that was!” Although we
wouldn’t deliver such a compliment unless truly deserved, it
is standard protocol to say so after every meal in Japan.
Say it to your sushi chef and he will likely bow to you. However,
if you visit a Korean-run Japanese restaurant, the chef might
just squirm awkwardly.
But if the chef is hardcore, he will respond by saying
“osamatsu deshita,” which basically means “I’m sorry
I couldn’t have provided a superior meal” -- even
if, in his mind, he knows that he may have 37
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have ever had.
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Winter Olympic Games
The Winter Olympic Games are a winter multi-
sport event held every four years. They feature
winter sports held on snow or ice, such as
Alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, figure
skating, bobsledding and ice hockey. Cross-
country skiing, figure skating, ice hockey, Nordic
combined, ski jumping, and speed skating have
been competed at every Winter Olympics since
1924. Other athletic events have been added
as the Games have progressed. Some of these
events, such as luge, short track speed skating,
and freestyle skiing have earned a permanent
spot on the Olympic programme. Others, like
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speed skiing, bandy, and skijöring have been
demonstration sports but never incorporated
officially as an Olympic sport.
Fewer countries participate in the Winter
Olympics than the Summer Olympics. The first
Winter Olympics were held in Chamonix, France
in 1924. Prior to this, figure skating and ice
hockey had been events at the Summer
Olympics. The Games were held every four
years from 1924 until 1940 when they were
interrupted by World War II. The Winter and
Summer Games resumed in 1948 and were
celebrated on the same year until 1992. At that
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SPORTS
time the Winter Games split from the Summer
Games, and were begun to be celebrated on
alternating even years. The first Winter Olympic
Games to be held on this new schedule was in
1994 in Lillehammer, Norway.
The Winter Games have undergone significant
changes since their inception. The rise of
television as a global medium for communication
has greatly enhanced the profile of the Games.
It has also created an income stream in the
form of the sale of broadcast rights and
advertising, which has become very lucrative.
This has allowed outside interests, such as
television companies and corporate sponsors,
to influence various aspects of the Games. The
International Olympic Committee (IOC) has had
to address several internal scandals, and the
use of performance enhancing drugs by Winter
Olympic athletes. The Winter Games have also
been used by countries to demonstrate the
claimed superiority of their political systems.
Many countries have hosted the Winter
Olympics multiple times. The United States
has hosted the Games four times, more than
any other country. France has been host three
times. Austria, Canada, Italy, Japan, Norway,
and Switzerland have hosted the Games twice.
The next Games will be hosted by Sochi, Russia
in 2014. This will be the first time that Russia
hosts the Winter Olympic Games.

Competitors
Games Year Host Dates Nations Sports Events
Total Men Women
I 1924 Chamonix, France 25 January – 5 February 16 258 247 11 6 16
II 1928 St. Moritz, Switzerland 11–19 February 25 464 438 26 4 14
III 1932 Lake Placid, United States 4–15 February 17 252 231 21 4 14
IV 1936 Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany 6–16 February 28 646 566 80 4 17
1940 Originally awarded to Sapporo, Japan, cancelled because of World War II.
1944 Originally awarded to Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, cancelled because of World War II.
V 1948 St. Moritz, Switzerland 30 January – 8 February 28 669 592 77 4 22
VI 1952 Oslo, Norway 14–25 February 30 694 585 109 4 22
VII 1956 Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy 26 January – 5 February 32 821 687 134 4 24
VIII 1960 Squaw Valley, United States 18–28 February 30 665 521 144 4 27
IX 1964 Innsbruck, Austria 29 January – 9 February 36 1091 892 199 6 34
X 1968 Grenoble, France 6–18 February 37 1158 947 211 6 35
XI 1972 Sapporo, Japan 3–13 February 35 1006 801 205 6 35
XII 1976 Innsbruck, Austria 4–15 February 37 1123 892 231 6 37
XIII 1980 Lake Placid, United States 13–24 February 37 1072 840 232 6 38
XIV 1984 Sarajevo, Yugoslavia 8–19 February 49 1272 998 274 6 39
XV 1988 Calgary, Canada 13–28 February 57 1423 1122 301 6 46
XVI 1992 Albertville, France 8–23 February 64 1801 1313 488 7 57
XVII 1994 Lillehammer, Norway 12–27 February 67 1737 1215 522 6 61
XVIII 1998 Nagano, Japan 7–22 February 72 2176 1389 787 7 68
XIX 2002 Salt Lake City, United States 8–24 February 77 2399 1513 886 7 78
XX 2006 Turin, Italy 10–26 February 80 2508 1548 960 7 84
XXI 2010 Vancouver, Canada, ongoing event 12–28 February 83 2629 -- -- 7 86
XXII 2014 Sochi, Russia 7–23 February
Source: www.wikipedia.com

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FASHION & TRENDS

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FASHION & TRENDS

Menswear Spring Summer 2010 Collection

TRENDS FOR SPRING 2010

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HEALTH & BEAUTY
Exclusively for men!
How should you shave?!
When you first wake up in the morning, your skin
tends to be puffy and swollen. If you shave in
the mornings, wait until at least 20 minutes after
you have woken up before you begin your shave
to let the puffiness go down. When your skin has
gone back to its normal feel, the hairs will be
closer to the surface and easier to shave. Wash
your face with a facial cleanser before shaving to
help remove dead cells, excess dirt, and oils this
will free up any ingrown hairs and prevent your
razor from clogging. If you choose not to wash
before you shave, be sure to use warm water to
thoroughly wet your face before applying your
shaving cream or gel. Massaging your face with
warm water makes the skin more pliable and opens
up pores; also it helps soften your hairs. The softer
and wetter the hairs the easier it is to shave. The
best suggestion however, is to shave at the end of
your morning shower, which will make the task a
lot easier. Applying a warm, wet towel or washcloth
to your face for a few minutes can also help soften
your hair and open your pores. For men with very
coarse facial hair, you may want to apply the hot
towel a few times to really loosen things up.
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Applying shaving cream/gel/shave soap
Use a cream, shave soap, or gel that is specifically
designed for shaving. Don't use ordinary soap to
lather your face, as it will dry out your skin. Avoid
low-quality foams, as they tend to be less effective
than creams or gels and may also dry your skin.
Apply your cream or gel by massaging it in a thin,
even layer. If you are using glycerine-based shave
soap, apply a layer using a badger bristle shave
brush , the idea is to use enough cream or gel
to lubricate your skin and soften your beard while
helping the razor glide smoothly with minimal
irritation; too much cream or gel will cause your
razor to skip and clog.
When wet shaving, it is best to shave in the direction
of your hair growth. Which way is it? Rub your hand
on your stubbly face. In one direction it will feel
rougher than in the other and will resist the force
from your hand, that rough direction is against the
grain, while the other, smoother-feeling direction
is "with the grain" (direction of grown.) On your
cheeks and chin, this will tend to be downward.
On your neck, this will tend to be upward, though
everyone's hair growth is different. Some men's
facial hair spirals in certain patches.
Shaving Method
Be methodical when you shave-- don't just shave
here and there, as you will miss spots or go over
the same spot too many times. A good method is
to begin with your side burns, cheeks, and neck.
Finish with the upper lip and chin, where the
whiskers tend to be heavier. Saving them until last
will allow the cream or gel to soften them more.
While you are shaving, use your free hand to gently
pull the skin taut to avoid nicks. If you pull your skin
to be very taut, you will get a closer shave; however,
if you suffer from razor bumps/ingrown hairs you
might want to avoid pulling the skin too tightly, as
you'll risk cutting the hairs slightly below skin level.
Try not to repeat strokes, as this can irritate your
skin. Make sure you lift the blade after each stroke;
this reduces the chance of cuts and nicks. Don't
press too hard-- your razor should softly glide over
your face. If you have to press too hard, then it’s
time for a change of blades.
Zeeba Rafiq is a skin specialist, beauty
consultant, and beauty trainer and will
be a regular columnist for CityPages.
Rinse your razor during and at the
end of your shave
Regularly rinse your razor in hot water. If necessary,
tap it on the sink to let loose clogged hair and
cream or gel (but don’t tap the blade directly, as
this will dull it). A clogged blade will not perform
well and neither will a dull one. At the end of any
shave, rinse out your razor carefully with hot water.
Allow the razor to air dry naturally; drying it on a
towel can dull the blade.
Blades should be changed every 4-6 shaves or
more frequently if you have a very coarse beard.
A dull blade will cause you to push down harder in
order to be effective, pulling at your hairs and skin
and causing irritation and possibly ingrown hairs.
Rinse Your Face with Cool Water
when you are done shaving rinse off excess cream
with cool water. Gently pat your face dry. Do not rub.
Apply Toner or Aftershave Balm
Avoid using alcohol-based aftershave, as it will
dry out your skin. Instead, apply a balm or toner
with ingredients that will moisturize and nourish
your skin. After-shave toners help remove any
residue left over from shaving, close the pores, and
refresh the skin.
If you have problems with acne, find an aftershave
product that will not clog your pores. If you have
problems with ingrown hairs/razor bumps, you
may want to use a product designed specifically to
combat that problem.
If you’ve cut yourself Shaving
Use a styptic pencil (those medicated sticks which
stop bleeding) or an alum block to dab on the affected
area to stop the blood flow. Alum has astringent
properties (it closes pores), and has been used by
men for years to help heal shaving nicks.
There are a couple of other products on the market
to heal shaving cuts, including roll-on products that
contain natural ingredients such as aloe. These can
be a more soothing alternative to the styptic pencil.
For more skin care and beauty tips, visit
www.zeeba-rafiq.com or email Zeeba at zr@zeeba-rafiq.com.
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‫الصحة و اجلمال‬
‫وجه شاب وبشرة مشرقة على الدوام‬
‫انتصار السيف‬

‫على مادة الكوالجني في اجللد وحتد من تكون هذه املادة‬ ‫هل سألت نفسك عن السبب في ظهور التجاعيد حول‬
‫من جديد‪ .‬فالتعرض ألشعة الشمس لعدة دقائق كل‬ ‫عينيك ووجهك ‪ ،‬بالرغم من أنك لست كبيرا َ في السن؟‬
‫يوم وعلى مرور الزمن تتشكل تغيرات ملحوظة في اجللد‬ ‫فنجد الكثير منا قد يعاني من ظهور بعض التجاعيد‬
‫مثل النمش والتصبغات والتجاعيد البسيطة كما أن‬ ‫مما يؤدي الى فقد نسبة كبيرة من اجلمال‪...‬وهذه املشكلة‬
‫التعرض املفرط للشمس يؤدي أيضا إلى إطالق الشقوق‬ ‫لها حل لكن قبل ان نعرض احلل تعالوا لنتعرف على‬
‫احلرة‪ Free radicals‬التي ميكن أن تتلف خاليا اجللد‪ .‬كما‬ ‫اساس املشكلة لنتجنبها ثم نعرض احلل وطرق التغلب‬
‫أن نوع الوظيفة و النشاطات الترفيهية التي ميارسها‬ ‫عليها‪.‬‬
‫الشخص والتي تزيد من مدة تعرضه للشمس ميكن أن‬
‫يسبب في ظهور التجاعيد ‪.‬‬ ‫ماهي التجاعيد؟‬
‫وميكن تعريف التجاعيد بأنها التغيرات امليكانيكية‬
‫التدخني‪ .‬فاملرأة املدخنة أكثر تأثرا ً بتجاعيد الوجه‬ ‫والفسيولوجية التي تطرأ على أجزاء البشرة اخملتلفة‬
‫من الرجل‪ .‬فيتسبب التدخني في آثار ضارة على اجللد‬ ‫بحيث تفقد البشرة نضارتها و حيويتها وتبدأ اخلطوط‬
‫لعدة أسباب‪.‬أولها يؤدي النيكوتني إلى انقباض األوعية‬ ‫والثنايا بالظهور‪ .‬حيث تنقسم التجاعيد الى قسمني‬
‫الدموية‪ ،‬مبا فيها الشعيرات الدقيقة املغذية للجلد‪،‬‬ ‫ف ُيمكن أن تكون خطوط رفيعة أو خطوط عميقة ‪ ،‬و‬
‫مما يحرمه من األكسجني واملواد املغذية التي يحتاجها‬ ‫أولى عالماتها عادة ما تظهر في نسيج اجللد الضعيف‬
‫للبقاء في حالة سليمة‪.‬و ثانياً‪ ،‬يتضمن التدخني تكرارا ً‬ ‫حول العينني‪ ،‬وخطوط االبتسام وبالتالي متتد الى اخلدود‬
‫ألوضاع معينة للوجه ينتهي احلال إلى ثباتها في شكل‬ ‫والشفاه‪.‬‬
‫جتاعيد‪،‬كما أن تأثيرات األكسدة املرتبطة بالتدخني قد‬
‫‪ .8‬جتنب التعرض الغير ضروري ألشعة الشمس‪ ،‬فضع‬ ‫تؤدى إلى ظهور هذه التجاعيد املبكرة‪.‬‬ ‫أهم أسباب ظهور التجاعيد‬
‫مادة واقية من أشعة الشمس ال يقل معاملها‬ ‫الوراثة من أسباب ظهور التجاعيد ‪ ،‬فبعض العائالت‬
‫عن ‪ 15SPF‬على كل املناطق املعرضة للشمس من‬ ‫احلمية الغذائية والرجيم الغير متوازن والقاسي‬ ‫تتجعد بُشرتهم أكثر من غيرهم ‪ ،‬فالوراثة أحد أسباب‬
‫جسمك خاصة الوجه وبصرف النظر عن موسم‬ ‫تلعب دورا أيضا في ظهور التجاعيد‪ ، .‬خاصة مع االقبال‬ ‫ظهور التجاعيد وتشكل نسبة ‪ ،% 10‬لكن البيئة‬
‫السنة أو حالة اجلو باإلضافة إلى تغطية األماكن‬ ‫الشديد على الرجيم هذه األيام واالنسياق وراء أي وصفة‬ ‫وأسلوب حياة كل فرد تقف وراء ‪ % 90‬من أسباب ظهور‬
‫املعرضة للشمس‪.‬‬ ‫تخفف الوزن دون الرجوع إلى األطباء واخملتصني والتي‬ ‫التجاعيد‪ .‬فإن كانت الوراثة تشكل ‪ 10%‬من أسباب‬
‫ميكن أن تأتي بنتائج سلبية ليست على الشكل اخلارجي‬ ‫ظهور التجاعيد‪ ،‬فال زلنا منتلك معظم األسباب الباقية‬
‫‪ .9‬اذا كنت ال تستعمل نظارات شمسية‪ ،‬تذكر بأن ارتداء‬ ‫فقط بل تتعداه لتنال من صحة اإلنسان ‪.‬‬ ‫للتحكم بالتجاعيد والتي تعادل‪.90%‬‬
‫نظارة شمسية في األيام املشمسة يعني تعرضا أقل‬
‫لعوامل الطقس والشمس‪.‬‬ ‫من األسباب األخرى لظهور التجاعيد البشرة اجلافة‬ ‫أشعة الشمس هي العدو األول للبشرة فيشكل‬
‫و االستعمال السيء للمكياج باألضافة الى السهر ‪،‬‬ ‫التعرض ألشعة الشمس فوق البنفسجية ما نسبته‬
‫عالج التجاعيد الالجراحي‬ ‫فيساهم اإلجهاد أيضا ً في ظهور التجاعيد‪ ،‬باألضافة‬ ‫‪ 90%‬من أعراض الهرم املبكر للجلد‪ ،‬والتي تظهر غالبا‬
‫الكرميات املوضعية هي اخلطوة األولى الستعادة نضارة‬ ‫الى إستخدام أجهزة تسمير اجللد في الصالونات تزيد‬ ‫في العشرينات من العمر‪.،‬وتؤثر اشعة الشمس في‬
‫اجللد قبل اللجوء إلى العمليات اجلراحية لبلوغ التحسن‬ ‫من حدوث التجاعيد أيضاَ‪.‬‬ ‫اجللد عبر ترقيق البشرة‪ ،‬كما أن العالمات والتغيرات‬
‫املطلوب‪ ،‬فقد دلت معظم األبحاث على فاعلية كرمي‬
‫تريتينوين (‪ )Tretinoin‬في مكافحة جتاعيد الوجه بعد‬ ‫طرق الوقاية‬ ‫في اجللد تظهر مع تقدم الزمن مع التعرض املتكرر‬
‫‪ .1‬ال تدخن وجتنب استنشاق دخان اآلخرين‪.‬‬ ‫ألشعة الشمس‪ ،‬حيث يفقد اجللد مقدرته على إصالح‬
‫استخدامه بانتظام ويجب التذكير أن لكرمي (‪)Tretinoin‬‬ ‫ذاته تلقائيا ً وحتدث األضرار في اجللد‪ .‬فتفيد الدراسات‬
‫بعض اآلثار اجلانبية مثل احمرار اجللد والتقشير اخلفيف‬ ‫‪ .2‬بالنسبة للنساء ‪ ،‬جتنبي اإلفراط فى استعمال‬ ‫العلمية بأن األشعة فوق البنفسجية تؤثر بشكل كبير‬
‫واإلحساس باحلرقان‪ ،‬وميكن التغلب عليها بالكرميات‬ ‫املساحيق وأدوات التجميل وال تشاركي أحدا في مواد‬
‫املرطبة على أن توضع نهارا ً حتى نتجنب عدم التوافق‬ ‫التجميل‪ ،‬واستبدليها كل ‪ 3‬أشهر‪.‬‬
‫بني املستحضرين‪.‬‬
‫‪ .3‬اإلكثار من تناول اخلضروات والفواكه الطازجة ملا‬
‫كما أنه كم أنه من املفيد استخدام الكرميات التي‬ ‫حتتويه من فيتامينات وأمالح تعتبر مضادات طبيعية‬
‫حتتوي على الفيتامينات ومضادات األكسدة والتي قد‬ ‫لألكسدة تقاوم تأثير الشقوق احلرة ‪.‬‬
‫تفيد التجاعيد الرفيعة مثل الكرميات التي حتتوي على‬
‫‪ .4‬أكثرمن شرب املياه وذلك حلفظ البشرة من اجلفاف‪.‬‬
‫فيتامني ‪ A‬وفيتامني ‪ C‬و فيتامني ‪ E‬و البيتا كاروتني‪.‬‬
‫‪ .5‬جتنب االنفعاالت العاطفية واالضطرابات النفسية‬
‫كما أن أحماض ألفا هايدروكسي ‪Alpha-Hydroxyl‬‬
‫الشديدة واحملافظة على السالم الداخلى واخلارجى‪.‬‬
‫‪ Acids‬و املعروفة بأحماض الفاكهة لها تأثيرا قليل على‬
‫التجاعيد‪ ،.‬و تشمل هذه األحماض حمض اجلاليكوليك‬ ‫‪ .6‬جتنب األجهزة التي تستعمل في الصالونات لتسمير‬
‫‪ Glycolic Acid‬و الالكتات ‪ Lactic Acid‬و هذه‬ ‫اجللد ‪Tanning Beds‬‬
‫املُستحضرات آمنة وقد تُسبب تهيج جلدي خفيف ‪.‬‬
‫‪ .7‬تناول األطعمة الغنية بالكبريت والتي تساعد على‬
‫كما من املفيد أيضا َ استخدام الكرميات املُرطبة العادية‬
‫إبقاء اجللد ناعما ً وشاباً‪ .‬وأهم هذه األطعمة الثوم‬
‫و التي ال حتتوي على أي مادة من املواد السابقة والتي متنع‬
‫والبصل والبيض والهليون‪.‬‬
‫جفاف البشرة‪.‬‬

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Are you sick of morning sickness?
Being pregnant feels great. It brings a
world of joy, happiness and….. MORNING
SICKNESS!!! But the good news is that you
are not alone. Studies show that 50-90%
of women feel discomfort from nausea and
vomiting associated with pregnancy.
What is morning sickness?
It is also called nausea and vomiting of pregnancy.
It is a condition that affects more than half of the
pregnant women during the first three months of
pregnancy. Usually it is present in the morning
and decreases as the day progresses but it can
occur any time of the day.
What causes morning sickness?
Several causes have been documented but still
needed to be confirmed:
• High levels of estrogen
• High levels of progesterone that relaxes the
uterus to prevent early childbirth and also relaxes
the stomach so increase in stomach acids.
• Low blood sugar as child is using mom's
energies.
• Increase sensitivity to smells.
Is morning sickness a defense
mechanism for the unborn child?
It has now been said that morning sickness
is actually a defense mechanism to protect
the unborn child from harmful toxins that are
present in some plants.
There is considerable evidence in support of
this theory, including:
• Morning sickness is very common among
pregnant women.
• Fetal vulnerability to toxins is high at around
3 months, which is also the time of highest
susceptibility to morning sickness.
• There is a good correlation between the foods,
tastes and the odours that cause morning
sickness have high concentration of toxins.
• Women who have no morning sickness are
more likely to miscarry or to bear children
with birth defects.
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HEALTH / women
Dr. Nazia Nausheen
Is morning sickness a defense
mechanism for the pregnant women?
In addition to protecting the fetus, morning
sickness may also protect the mother. Pregnant
women's immune systems are suppressed
during pregnancy may be to reduce chances
of rejecting tissues of their own offspring.
Animal products containing parasites and
harmful bacteria can be especially dangerous
to pregnant women. There is evidence that
morning sickness is often triggered by animal
products including meat and fish.
Is it right to use anti-nausea medications?
If morning sickness is a defense mechanism to
protect the mother and fetus then it might not
be a good idea to use medications. Instead try
some other alternatives.
Treatment:
Treatment for morning sickness should be
aimed to lessen the symptoms of nausea rather
than attacking the root causes of nausea.
General Remedies:
• Avoid warm places as heat can increase the
nausea feelings.
• Take naps during the day (but not right after
eating). Tiredness plays a big part in morning
sickness.
• Get enough sleep at night.
• Get out of bed slowly in the morning.
• Try eating plain crackers or dry cereal before
you get out of bed in the morning.
Smells:
• Open windows or turn on exhaust fans when
cooking and after meals.
• Smelling of freshly cut lemons help
Diet:
• Try the BRAT DIET: Banana, rice, applesauce,
toast and tea.
• Eat dry crackers in the morning.
• Avoid eating spicy or greasy food as it causes
heartburn and nausea.
• Drink liquids 30 to 45 minutes after eating
solid food.
• Non-caffeinated teas like peppermint and
ginger can help calm nausea.
• Try taking four or five small frequent meals
instead of one or two large meals.
Supplements:
• Vitamin B6 has been shown to help with
pregnancy induced nausea.
What is a severe or persistent morning
sickness?
When the vomiting is persistent and disturbs
mother’s health it is termed as severe or
persistent morning sickness. In such cases a
doctor should be consulted. Treatment usually
aims at treating dehydration and sometimes
prescribing anti nausea medications.
This is a public education column and is not
intended to be diagnostic or therapeutic. If you have
questions regarding health, email them to dr.nazia@
citypageskuwait.com. Responses will be published in
subsequent issues.
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Mother's Day Recipes

Here are some simple recipes that Mom would love!
Some require a little help from an adult!

MUD PIE

Kids can do most of the work here, with help from parents! This recipe
does make you think of spring days playing in the mud puddles!

CRUST: FILLING:
 1 1/2 cups crumbs from plain chocolate  6 cups or 3 pints chocolate ice cream, softened
cookies  1 cup ready-made fudge topping
(use a food processor or rolling pin)  4 cups whipped cream
 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar  3/4 cup crushed chocolate cookies or
 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted chocolate graham crackers

Mix the cookie crums, sugar, and butter in a bowl until thoroughly combined. Distribute the
mixture evenly around a pie pan, pressing it first against the bottom and then the sides.
Bake at 350o for 10 minutes and let cool. Next, spoon half of the chocolate ice cream into
the shell and freeze for 30 minutes. Spread the fudge over the ice cream and freeze for
another 15 minutes. Top with the remaining ice cream, the whipped cream, and crushed
cookies, then freeze for at least 3 hours. Serves 8 to 10.
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Green Island
The Green island is one of the top destinations for Kuwaiti's who want to
relax. The Green Island is located off the waterfront. The Island has an
area of 785 thousand square meters; its diameter is 3140 meters and
it is linked to land by a passageway 134 meters long. It was inaugurated
on 22 February 1988. This artificial island was formed by extending
the main land and surrounding it with natural rocks imported from Al-
Fujairah Emirate; its sides were fortified with concrete cubes. Sand for
its beaches was brought from afar.
The island receives thousands of visitors especially on weekends,
religious and national holidays and during the summer. At its eastern
side, there is a swimming pool with inconstant waters according to tide
and its depth varies between 2.5 and 3 meters. There is a restaurant on
either side of the island, as well as a well-equipped service centre.
Key features of the Green Island are: its amphitheater, which
accommodates 700 persons, is used for conducting concerts and
theatrical celebrations. Its touristic tower is 35 meters high and is
provided with a water tank at its top. Its Kid's Castle includes many
rooms, corridors and channels and small waterfalls for children's fun.
There is an ascending spiral stairway for walking enthusiasts.
50,000 coloured shrubs and seedlings which are adaptable to Kuwait's
environment were planted on the Island.
Green island is open from 8am to 11pm.
For more information call Green Island at: 22573542
Emergency
Fire Brigade
Traffic Violation Inquiry
Consumer Protection Hotline 24820281 / 25720252
Labour Complaints Hotline
The Scientific Center
MINISTRIES
Awaqaf & Islamic Affairs.........22480000
Commerce & Industry............22480000
Communications.....................24819033
Defence.................................. 24848300
Education............................... 24817702
Health.................................... 24877422
Higher Education...................22401300
Electricity & Water..................25371000
Finance.................................. 22480000
Foreign Affairs.......................22425141
Housing.................................. 25301000
Information............................22415301
Justice, Legal &
Administrative Affairs.............22480000
Energy................................... 22415201
Planning................................. 22425200
Social Affairs & Labour..........22480000
Public Works.................................25385
IMMIGRATION OFFICE
Farwaniya.......................... 24341770
Shuwaikh........24839380, 24839607
Hawally...........25712537, 25712635
Jahra................................. 24555600
Ahmadi.............................. 23986761
Mubarak Al-Kabeer........... 25415071
MEDICAL SERVICES
Central………….24722000
Ambulance
Central Ambulance
. ..................... 23940600/23941455
Amiri Hospital.................... 22422366
Da'iya................................ 22510854
Fahaheel........................... 23919098
Farwaniya.......................... 24883000
Farwaniya.......................... 24725149
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100, 105
198
24344954 Fax: 24347562
1848888
Jahra................................. 24570583
Mubarak Al-Kabir.............. 25311437
Sabah................................ 24815000
Salmiya.............................. 25739011
Shuaiba............................. 23261927
Public Hospital
Adan.................................. 23940600
Allergy............................... 24849252
Amiri.................................. 22450005
Amiri Casulty..................... 22450005
Blood Bank....................... 25336538
Burns Centre..................... 24840300
Cancer Control Centre....... 24849100
Chest Diseases...24838990/24849400
Drug Control..................... 24837245
Farwaniya....... 24883000/24888000
Ibn Sina............................. 24840300
Infectious Dieseases......... 24870351
Islamic Medical Centre...... 24849000
Jahra................................. 24575300
Kidney Centre.................... 24840027
Maternity........................... 24848067
Military............................ 247299911
Mubarak Al-Kabir...........25312700/9
Opthalmology.................... 24840300
Psychiatric Centre............. 24843900
Quarantine........................ 24873272
Razi................................... 24846000
Sabah...................... 24812000/5000
Sulabikhat Orthopedic...... 24874240
Transplant Centre............. 24840300
Private Hospital
Ahmadi.............................. 23985174
Dar Al-Shifa....................... 22423151
Hadi................................... 25312555
Mowasat............................ 25711533
Rashed.............................. 25624000
Salam...................... 25333177/3254
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MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS
TELEPHONE TEST & COMPLAINTS
Jabriya (Surra).................. 25310000
Jleeb Al Shuyoukh............. 24310000
Old Jahra........................... 24770000
New Jahra & Abdaly.......... 24570000
Hawally.............................. 22610000
Ras Al-Salmiya.................. 25710000
Al-Riqa............................... 23940000
Salmiya.............................. 25610000
Shuwaikh........................... 24810000
Sabah Al-Salem (Messila).25510000
Sulaibiya............................ 24670000
Sulibikhat.......................... 24870000
South Sabahiya................. 23610000
Fintas................................ 23900000
Zoor.................................. 23950000
Ahmadi.............................. 23980000
Ardiya................................ 24880000
Fahaheel........................... 23910000
Farwaniya.......................... 24710000
Kuwait City......................... 22400000
Mishref.............................. 25380000
Mangaf.............................. 23710000
Nuzha................................ 22510000
Umm Al-Haiman & Wafra... 23280000
Shuaiba............................. 23260000
POLICE STATIONS
Abu Halifa.......................... 23717656
Ahmadi.............................. 23980304
Ardiya................................ 24881273
Bayan................................ 25387762
Dahar................................ 23830500
Dahiya............................... 22560855
Dasma............................... 22531917
Fahaheel........................... 23912959
Faiha................................. 22552693
Farwaniya.......................... 24711977
Fersous............................. 24890583
Fintas................................ 23904388
Hawally.............................. 22641116
Jabriya............................... 25315855
Jahra Ind. Area.24575565/24587392
Jahra North....................... 24552295
Jleeb Al-Shouyoukh........... 24311234
Keifan................................ 24832839
Mina Abdullah................... 24722590
Nugra................................ 23261144
Omariya............................. 24742160
Qadsiya............................. 22574386
Qurain............................... 25423772
Rabiah............................... 24742160
Rawda............................... 22560058
Riqqa................................. 23941958
Rumaithiya........................ 25624123
Sabah Al-Salem................. 25517229
Sabahiya (Kuwait City)...... 22427157
Salmi................................. 24576576
Salmiya.............................. 25726950
Salwa................................. 25626950
Shamiya............................ 24845953
Sharq................................ 22442566
Sulaibia Ind. Area.............. 23261789
Shuwaikh........ 24813726/24844842
Sulaibekhat....................... 24876555
Sulaibiya............................ 24670672
Sulabia Ind. Area............... 24672728
Surra................................. 25312220
Tayma'a............................. 24571700
Wafra................................. 23810421
Waha................................. 24557902
Zour.................................. 23950160
CAR RENTAL
Europcar........................... 24842988
Al-Mulla............................. 22421660
Avis................................... 22465282
Budget.............................. 24810844
Al-Sayer............................. 22441425
Rent a Honda.................... 24838470
Hertz................................. 24319326
Sanbouk............................ 22446297
Autoleas............................ 24846999
United Hospitality
for Limousine.................... 22407777
National............................. 24343139
International Car Rental Co. .22453827
Al-Zamel Auto Est. ........... 24832626
PRIVATE CLINICS
Andrology, Male Infertility and
Impotence Specialist
Abdullatif A. Al Salim......... 25334438
Dentists & Oral Surgeons
Ahmed Al Balool................ 22622211
Badri K. Al Rayes.............. 25742557
Duha Al Shaqan................ 22644614
Ebraheem Behbehani....... 25730000
Farida Al Herz................... 22573883
Maria Blanaru................... 25730000
Najat Essa-Bahman.......... 22624595
Najeeb Kassim.................. 25739277
Salwa A. Abdulsalam......... 25730000
Kuwait Medical Center..25759044 / 5
Endrocrinologists
Latifa Al Dowaisan............. 25728004
Kamal Abdulaziz Al Shome.25329924
Ear, Nose & Throat Surgeons
Hossan Eldin Abdulfattah.. 25745056
Abdulmohsen Mousa Jafar.25655535
Dermatologists & Venereologists
Fahad I. Al Othman........... 22665166
Taibah M. Almonayes........ 25737477
Dr. Mohamed Bo Hamra... 22665166
Gastroenterologists
Mohamed A. Al Shimali.............25322030 /
22639955
Eurologists
Fawzi Taher Abul............... 25650064
Ali Yousef Mehdi................ 25333501
General Practitioner
Dina Al Rifai.. 25333501 / 25333502
Obstetricians & Gynecologists
Samira Al Awadi................ 25738055
Ma'asouma Maksheed...... 25731275
Mohamed Gamal............... 25349077
Mai Al Snan....................... 25321171
Psychological and Sociological
Services
Fahad Mubarak &
Nisirine Aboul-Hosn................. 25659800
Dr. Vincenza A. Tiberia, Ph.D..............
. ........................................ 99816522
Soor Center....................... 22901677
Dr. Kazen Abal................25711411 /
. ........................................ 25737773
FOREIGN EMBASSIES IN KUWAIT
AFGHANISTAN.............................. 25329461
ALGERIA....................................... 25323014
ARGENTINA...............................25323014/5
AUSTRIA....................................... 22552532
BAHRAIN...................................... 25318530
BANGLADESH...........................25316042/3
BELGIUM...................................... 25722014
BHUTAN....................................... 25331506
BOSNIA & HERCEG....................... 25392107
BRAZIL......................................... 25328610
BULGARIA.................................25314458/9
CANADA....................................... 22563025
CHINA........................................... 25333340
CYPRUS........................................ 22433075
CZECH REPUBLIC......................... 22529018
DENMARK.................................... 25341005
EGYPT.......................................22519955/6
ERITREA....................................... 55317426
ETHIOPIA..................................... 25330128
FINLAND...................................25312890/1
FRANCE.....................................22571061/2
GERMANY..................................... 22520832
GREECE........................................ 24817102
HUNGARY..................................25323901/2
INDIA............................................ 22530600
INDONESIA................................... 24839953
IRAN............................................. 22560694
ITALY............................................ 24817400
JAPAN........................................... 25312870
JORDAN........................................ 25312293
KOREA (SOUTH).......................... 25339601
LEBANON..................................22562103/4
LIBYA........................................... 22575183
MALAYSIA..................................... 25342091
MAURITANIA................................. 25312943
MOROCCO.................................... 25312980
NETHERLANDS.........................25312650/2

Capital : Kuwait City Time : GMT +3

Emir : HH Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah Electricity : 240 Volts at 50 Hertz; single phase
Crowned Prince : HH Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahamad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah Geographic coordinates : 29o22' 11"North, 47o58'42" East
Independence : June 1961 Kuwait Islands : Failaka, Bobyan, Meskan, Garoh, Om
National Day : 25 & 26 February Almaradem, Om Alnamel, Kubar, Warba
52 Area : 17,818 sq km (6880 sq miles) Land boundaries : Iraq 240 km, Saudia Arabia 222 km,
Populations : 3,328.136 million Coastline: 499 km
Governorates : (Al Ahmadi, Al Farwaniyah, Al Asimah, Al Jahra, Natural resources : Petroleum, fish and natural gas
Hawalli, Mubarak Al-Kabeer

NIGERIA....................................... 25320794
NIGER........................................... 25652943
OMAN........................................22561956/7
PAKISTAN................................25327649/51
PHILIPPINES................................ 25325167
POLAND.........................................25311571/2/8
QATAR.......................................... 22523107
ROMANIA..................................... 24845079
RUSSIA......................................... 22560427
SAUDI ARABIA.............................. 22550021
SENEGAL...................................... 22573477
SOMALIA...................................... 25394795
SOUTH AFRICA............................. 25617988
SPAIN........................................... 22550021
SRI LANKA................................... 25339140
SWEDEN....................................... 25321485
SWITZERLAND............................25340172/4/5
SYRIA.......................................... 25396560/59
THAILAND.................................... 25317530
TUNISIA........................................ 22542144
TURKEY........................................ 22531785
UAE.............................................. 22528544
UK.............................................22403335/6
USA...........................................25395307/8
VENEZUELA..............................25324367/9
YUGOSLAVIA................................. 25327548
ZIMBABWE................................... 25621517
LIBRARIES
Kuwait National Public Library.22415181
Kuwait University Library......... 24816497
Document Center..................... 25320900
British Council.......................... 22515512
Library Gulf University............. 22645806
Al-Ahmadi Public...................... 23987086
Al Dae'ah Public....................... 22515686
Dahiyat Abdulla Al-Salem Public
................................................ 22548878
Al-Dasma Public (Woman)....... 22530842
Al-Faiha'a Public...................... 22540898
Al-Farwaniya Public.................. 24720570
Fahaheel Public....................... 23913810
Al-Khaldia Public...................... 24813331
Al-Qadseia Public..................... 22515298
Rumaitheia Public.................... 25610399
pm pm
New York London
Al-Shameia Public.................... 24818343
Al-Sabaheia Public................... 23619658
Hawally Public.......................... 22644738
Kaifan Public............................ 24815724
Kheitan Public.......................... 24712691
Al-Babtain Central Library....... 22474010
MUSEUMS
Bait Al-Bader Est..................... 22429158
Kuwait House Museum............ 24846336
Kuwait National Museum......... 22451195
Mohd Al-Shaybani Museum..... 25320901
Tareq Rajab Museum............... 25339063
Educational Science Museum .22421268
Dar Al Athar Al Islamiyah......... 22400992
KOC Display Centre.................. 23982393
Popular Traditional Museum.... 22429158
Bayt Al-Qurain......................... 25430343
THEATERS
Abdulaziz Hussein
Cultural Center...................... 1804500
Al Dasma Theater.................... 22521059
Al-Shameia Theater................. 24845737
Al-Tahreer Theater.................. 24813376
Kuwait Public Theater.............. 24816222
Kuwait Elizabethans................. 25631725
Kuwait Players......................... 25625316
The Little Theater.................... 32952680
Sha'ab Theater........................ 25613777
Sha'ab Leisure Park..................... Ext.228
Kuwait Theater........................ 25720983
DINING
Japanese
Bonsai Japanese Restaurant.225109999
Kei J.W. Marriott..................... 22422650
Kei Marina Cresent................. 22244630
Edo.......................................... 22659590
Kamikaze................................... 1824060
Maki......................................... 25733561
Sushi Club................................ 25712144
Wasabi..................................... 22494000
midnight
Kuwait City
Hashi.....................................22996414/5
Sakura..................................... 25744447
Thai
Blue Elephant Royal Thai Cuisine..............
23716113
Thai Chi................................. 22253120.1
Pizza
Sbarro's................................... 25743180
Prego....................................... 25737500
Pizza Express.......................... 23719866
Villa Pizza................................ 25715452
Peppe's Pizza.......................... 25744442
The Pizza Company................... 1800400
Pizza Inn.................................. 24924400
Greek
Zorba's Greek Taverna............ 25715124
Mexican
Chi-Chi's................................... 25625811
Castello...................................... 1806666
Burrito..................................... 22552233
Spanish
Viva Espanole.......................... 25755668
Indian
Caesar's................................... 22411711
Mughal Mahal.......................22425131/2
Dawat....................................... 22411685
Asha's.....................................2244502/3
Rangoli..................................... 25673000
Winner's................................... 25739954
Taal.......................................22253142/3
Italian
Johnny Carino's........................ 22663050
Nino......................................... 22541900
Pizza Express.......................... 22560273
Piano Piano............................. 22533993
Loranzo................................... 22400747
Ciro's Pomodoro...................... 22424004
La Pizza................................... 22426639
Biella........................................ 22244662
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Delhi Islamabad
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2010
Spago........................................ 1808060
Tosca......................................... 1824060
Sea Food
Danah...................................... 25756284
Al-Marsa.................................. 22510999
Totally Fish............................... 22244960
Al Boom................................... 25673000
International
Ola's Restaurant........................ 1830083
The Jungle................................ 25750647
Fresh....................................... 25625838
Lamarine.................................. 22426672
Beit 7....................................... 22450724
Jeans Grill................................. 22409846
Bredz....................................... 22407707
Square..................................... 22437680
Ritz........................................... 25755668
Teatro..................... 23725500 Ext. 7309
Jamaica Blue............................ 25747686
Richoux.................................... 22244815
Bays......................................... 24610033
Lebresserie.............................. 22455550
Avenue Restaurant.................... 1844444
Sea Shell.................................... 1844444
Astra Lounge........................... 22629779
La Marina................................. 22426672
Al Bustan................................. 25673000
American
Hard Rock Cafe.....................25710004/5
Chili's....................................... 22452200
Johnny Rockets........................ 25754040
Fuddruckers............................ 22407103
TGI Friday's.............................. 22544300
Applebee's............................... 22407536
Buffalo's Cafe.......................... 25728989
Ruby Tuesday........................... 24444454
Subway.................................... 25748974
Burger Boutique...................... 22997775
The Burger Hub....................... 22464818
Steak House
The Gaucho Grill...................... 25667370
Terrace Grill............................. 22455550
am am
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Le Entrecote............................ 25729600
Ponderosa............................... 23983113
Cascade..................................... 1831831
Arabian
Berdawni Palace...................... 25661117
Al-Saraya Palace...................... 25711101
Masi Al Ghanim........................ 22460456
Villa Fayrouz............................ 22652030
Al-Bustan................................. 25652589
Classical Cafe & Restaurant..... 25740077
Yaldez Palace........................... 22455212
Palm Palace............................. 25715283
Veranda Cafe & Restaurant..... 25727120
Burj Al-Hamam........................ 22550965
Kababji.................................... 22550964
Zaatar W Zeit........................... 22244944
Sarai.....................................22253180/1
Awtar........................................ 22244815
Al-Safadi.................................. 25753555
Fircej Suweileh......................... 25755991
Ruby Tuesday........................... 23734440
French
Le Notre..................................... 1805050
Paul.......................................... 22244588
Dalloyau Paris.......................... 25712541
PQ (Le Pain Quotidien)............... 25633684
Cafés
Starbucks Coffee...................... 22409755
Costa Coffee............................. 25728199
Song Bird Cafe......... 23725500 Ext.7314
Casper & Gambini's...............22430054/6
Diva's Restaurant & Cafe......25723083/4
Cafe Rio................................... 25732226
Numi Rea House...................... 25725870
Lazord..................................... 22420837
Jamaica Blue.........25747656, 22412114
Milano Plazz............................ 25727172
Chateau Cafe............................ 22426802
Zahra Cafe............................... 25717064
Chocolate Bar.......................... 22244880
Lina's Cafe............................... 22244966
Cafe Blance.............................. 22244644
Shay W Nanaa.......................... 22452055
Columbus Cafe......................... 25720186
Danish Cafe................................ 1805544
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Tea Lounge.............................. 24610033
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf.... 25714174
Astra Lounge........................... 22629779
Hangout Lounge...................... 25755588
Cafe Supreme.......................... 25758858
Arabic Cafés
Latino Cafe............................... 25652770
Puerto Banus.......................... 22456650
Port Cafe.................................. 22456651
Classical Cafe & Restaurant..... 25740055
Balbak Cafe & Restaurant........ 25750588
Veranda Cafe & Restaurant..... 25727120
Lodging
Hilton Kuwait Resort................ 22256222
Kempinski Julai's Hotel & Resort.1844444
Sheraton Hotel.......................... 1835555
Radisson Blu Hotel.................. 25673000
J.W. Marriott Hotel Kuwait City.. 22455550
Costa Del Sol Hotel.................... 1830083
Crowne Plaza........................... 24742000
The Palms Hotel & Spa.............. 1824060
Kuwait Palace Hotel................. 22571030
Swiss Inn Plaza Hotel Kuwait... 22436686
Four Points Sheraton Kuwait... 22242205
Courtyard by Marriott Hotel.... 22997000
Safir Heritage Village................. 1881118
Safir International Hotel Kuwait.22530000
Movenpick Hotel Kuwait........... 24610033
Tel: 22253100
www.moevenpick-albidaa-kuwait.com
Ramada Kuwait Hotel................ 1821111
Holiday Inn Down Town.............. 1841000
Holiday Inn Salmiya.................... 1847777
Le Meridien Tower Kuwait.......... 1831831
Oassis Hotel............................. 22465489
Imperial Hotel.......................... 22528766
New Park Hotel........................ 25634760
Safir Airport Hotel................... 24722670
Le Meridian Kuwait Hotel......... 22510999
Safir Al Bastaki Suites Hotel.... 22555081
Ritz Sharq Boutique................. 22499911
Suites
Refad Palace Suite Hotel......... 23908630
Ritz Salmiya Boutique.............. 25711001
March 2010
Kuwait Continental................... 22527300 MOROCCO....................................... +212
Carlton Tower........................... 22452740 NETHERLANDS ................................. +31
Second Home.......................... 22532100 NIGERIA........................................... +234
Hotel Apartments NIGER .............................................+227
Mirage Hotel Apartment.......... 25750001 OMAN.............................................. +968
Royal Residence....................... 25710057 PAKISTAN.......................................... +92
Sadari House........................... 22443136 PHILIPPINES . ................................... +63
Farah Motel............................. 22442104 POLAND . .......................................... +48
Hala Motel................................ 22560927 QATAR . ...........................................+974
Motel Maha House................... 22523211 ROMANIA.......................................... +40
International Dialing Codes RUSSIA . .............................................. +7
SAUDI ARABIA................................. +966
AFGHANISTAN ................................... +93
SENEGAL ........................................+221
ALGERIA.......................................... +213
SOMALIA......................................... +252
ARGENTINA . ..................................... +54
SOUTH AFRICA . ................................ +27
AUSTRIA . .......................................... +43
SPAIN . .............................................. +34
BAHRAIN . .......................................+973
SRI LANKA ........................................ +94
BANGLADESH ................................. +880
SWEDEN . .......................................... +46
BELGIUM . ......................................... +32
SWITZERLAND . ................................. +41
BHUTAN ..........................................+975
SYRIA ..............................................+963
BOSNIA & HERCEG .........................+387
THAILAND ......................................... +66
BRAZIL.............................................. +55
TUNISIA........................................... +216
BULGARIA .......................................+359
TURKEY............................................. +90
CANADA .............................................. +1
UAE . ...............................................+971
CHINA ............................................... +93
UK . ................................................... +44
CYPRUS . .........................................+357
USA ..................................................... +1
CZECH REPUBLIC............................ +420
VENEZUELA ...................................... +58
DENMARK ......................................... +45
YUGOSLAVIA.................................... +381
EGYPT . ............................................. +20
ZIMBABWE...................................... +263
ERITREA . .......................................... +29
ETHIOPIA ........................................+251
FINLAND .........................................+358
HOME DELIVERY
FRANCE............................................. +33 Burger King 1844466
GERMANY........................................... +49 Domino's Pizza 1800800
GREECE.............................................. +30
Hardee's 1888333
HUNGARY . ........................................ +36
INDIA................................................. +91 KFC 1888666
INDONESIA ....................................... +62
Kabab-ji 1861616
IRAN ................................................. +98
ITALY ................................................. +39 Little Caesar's Pizza 1888855
JAPAN . .............................................. +81 Pizza Hut 1815050
JORDAN........................................... +962
Shrimpy's 1802662
KOREA (SOUTH)................................ +82
LEBANON........................................ +961 Chicken Tikka 1822833
LIBYA ..............................................+210
Turkish Grill 25654402
MALAYSIA . ........................................ +60
Zaatar W Zeit 1800333
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Psychology Clinic
The New Super Heroine in Town
There’s a new species of superhero unlike anything
you’ve seen before. She is part mom, part career
woman and part perfect homemaker- but does all
of these things full time! Introducing Supermom!
She gets it all done and manages to effortlessly
keep it all together. How does she do it all and
stay sane?
While the number of women in the work force has
steadily increased in the last half century, the last
30 years have shown an unprecedented growth
in women becoming equal partners in the work
force alongside men. This has also become true
for women in the east- and for Arab women here
in Kuwait.
With the women’s movement growing out of the
West in the 60’s and 70’s came emancipation for
women in all arenas- including work. This meant
equal status with men, most notably in the form
of the 9-5 job. What women have come to realize
is that it also comes with a fine print. Yes, you
can work 9-5 but your still a wife, mother and a
homemaker and when you get home from work you
then have what social scientists have termed “ The
Second Shift”. The second shift for women is their
second shift of work for the day- things that are
traditionally thought of as part of the female role-
and what women still consider their responsibility.
Not so for men who finish their day of work- come
home to play with the kids, do a few things around
the house and relax.
So why do women, despite working as many hours as
men- still consider the second shift roles (cooking,
cleaning, child-care) mostly their responsibility?
It all goes back to the gender roles we learn and
acquire when we are very young. We learned our
roles as women by watching other women- most of
all our moms. Girls also play games such as house,
cooking/baking and play with dolls. These games
and toys are in sharp contrast to what boys play
with and learn.
As we grow up, our gender roles become a part
of how we see the world- and are very hard to
un-learn. And therein lies the problem. Because
our gender roles have been set since we were
March 2010
Bibi Sabahat Shah is a psychologist practicing
in Kuwait. Her area of speciality is child and
adolescent psychology. She earned her
Masters in Counseling Psychology and then
her Ph.D in Child/Adolescent Psychology from
the City University of New York.
Dr. Bibi Sabahat Shah
first will help you become a better mom, wife and
co-worker.
2. Remember the most important things in life-
are not things! They are your family. Take time
to cherish and enjoy the moments that make life
worthwhile.
3. Ask for help. This means asking everyone in
your family to chip in with household tasks. Give
everyone something to do.
4. Prioritize your tasks instead of trying to get it all
young- its difficult for women not to feel guilty or done. Realize that if something’s don’t get done-
responsible for traditionally female roles. But at then that’s ok too!
the same time, women are encouraged, more and 5. Do keep in mind that there is no such thing as
more, to take on a career, have their own business, the perfect mom and you cannot do it all- trying to
write a book etc. In other words- women are taking do so will only cause stress related issues such as
on more and more- but not neglecting their female anxiety, depression and fatigue.
roles as well, while men have taken on very little of
I hope all the supermoms out there are able to find
the female role. In sum, It’s a difficult balancing act
some of these tips useful.
for a woman.
So what is this super mom syndrome doing to On this mother’s day, make your mom your number
women? It is taking a toll on their physical and one heroine. She deserves it.
mental well-being. As if being a mom isn’t already
Send your questions to
the hardest job in the world- these women are dr.sabahat@citypageskuwait.com
also focused on careers and the home. Even with
husbands helping out its getting harder to balance
career and family.
This is due to higher expectations for mothers to
be the best at raising children as well as managing
the household. A supermom may then feel guilty
or inadequate if something goes wrong at home.
She is always multi-tasking and thinking one step
ahead while trying to stay afloat of deadlines,
paperwork, appointments and feeding the children
and husband.
This cycle can lead to more and more frustration and
eventually feelings of anger, guilt and resentment.
So what can a supermom do before things get out
of hand?
1. Have a “me” plan. This means “me” time-
devoted just to yourself. As a supermom, you wear
many hats during the day- and during me-time, you
should take all of them off. Taking care of yourself
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Happy Bir thday

Dear Abdullah
May this year bring
all the joys of life for you.
(From your Parents & Family)

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anonymous

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Happy Mother's Day Mom!

Sulaiman Alhasawi
Msc Accounting and Finance
58 University of Wales
Bangor Business School
 March 2010

Congragulations
Dear Jassim
Well Done in School &
Wish you success all the way!
Baba, Mama &
the entire family

, Poland
War saw

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ENTERTAINMENT / MUSIC
U S TOP 40
1 Need You Know (2010 Mix) Lady Antebellum 21 Live Like We're Dying Kris Allen
2 Bad Romance Lady GaGa 22 Life After You Daughtry
3 Telephone (feat. Beyonce) Lady GaGa 23 Impossible Shontelle
4 Hey, Soul Sister Train 24 Halfway Gone Lifehouse
5 Today Was a Fairytale Taylor Swift 25 Break Your Heart (Feat. Ludacris) Taio Cruz
6 TiK ToK Kesha 26 Blah Blah Blah (Feat. 3OH!3) Kesha
7 Sexy Chick David Guetta 27 Bedrock (Feat. Loyd) Young Money
8 Haven't Met You Yet Michael Buble 28 According to You Orianthi
9 Follow Me Down 3OH!3 29 Young Forever Jay-Z
10 Do You Remember (Feat. Sean Paul & Lil Jon) Jay Sean 30 Whataya Want From Me Adam Lambert
11 Cowboy Casanova Carrie Underwood 31 Vanilla Twilight Owl City
12 Two Is Better Than One Boys Like Girls 32 Tie Me Down New Boyz
13 Nothin' on You (Feat. Bruno Mars) B.o.B 33 Smile Uncle Kracker
14 Naturally Selena Gomez 34 Say Aah Trey Songz
15 In My Head Jason Derulo 35 I Made It (Feat. Birdman, Jay Sean & Lil Wayne) Kevin Rudolf
16 Imma Be Black Eyed Peas 36 Heartbreak Warfare John Mayer
17 Breakeven The Script 37 Carry Out (Feat. Justin Timberlake) Timbaland
18 Baby (Feat. Ludacris) Justin Bieber 38 If We Ever Meet Again (Feat. Katy Perry) Timbaland
19 All the Right Moves OneRepublic 39 Solo Iyaz
20 Rude Boy Rihanna 40 How Low Ludacris

New CD Releases for March 2010

Benjy Davis Project Lost Souls Like Us
Peter Gabriel Scratch My Back
Jamie Foxx Body
Natalie Merchant Leave Your Sleep
Josh Wolf ( of WHY?) Jet Lag
Peter Wolf Midnight Souvenirs
The Scorpions Sting In the Tail
Angus & Julia Stone Down The Way
Love Is All Two Thousand And Ten Injuries
Monica Still Standing
Little Boots Hands
Nas And Damien Marley Distant Relatives
Trina Amazin'
Alan Jackson Freight Train
Erykah Badu New Return Of The Ankh
Amerykah, Part II:

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Top Ten Mother's Day Movies
Erin Brockovich
An unemployed single mom
(Julia Roberts) becomes a
legal assistant and almost
single-handedly brings down
a California power company
accused of polluting a city’s
water supply.
Director: Steven Soderbergh
Cast: Julia Roberts, Albert
Finney, Conchata Ferrell, and
Peter Coyote.
Why It’s a Mother's Day Film:
Because Erin is a tough
negotiator who has nothing to
lose and everything to win for
the future of her kids.
The Sound of Music
Gentle Maria (Julie Andrews) leaves
– ok, gets kicked out of – her post at
an Austrian convent to become the
governess for seven mischievous
kids of a strict Naval officer widower
(Christopher Plummer).
Director: Robert Wise
Cast: Julie Andrews, Christopher
Plummer, Peggy Wood, and Anna
Lee.
Why It’s a Mother's Day Film: A
mom doesn’t have to be biologically
connected to be a great mom, as
shown in this touching scene where
Julie Andrews comforts the kids with
her “favorite things.” She’s not their
mom yet, but she will be soon.
The Incredibles
While trying to live a quiet
suburban life, a family of
undercover superheroes is
forced back into action to save
the world.
Director: Brad Bird,
Cast: Craig T. Nelson, Holly
Hunter, Samuel L. Jackson and
Jason Lee.
Why It’s a Mother's Day Film:
Sassy Elastigirl/Helen gives as
good as she gets, as evidenced by
her opening monologue: “Retire?
I’m at the top of my game! Come
on, girls, leave saving the world to
the men? I don’t think so!”
My Big Fat Greek Wedding
A young Greek woman (Nia Vardalos)
falls in love with a non-Greek guy (John
Corbett), then struggles to accept a
culture which says: “Nice Greek girls
are supposed to do three things in life:
marry Greek boys, make Greek babies,
and feed everyone…until the day we
die.”
Director: Joel Zwick and
Cast: Nia Vardalos, Michael Constantine,
John Corbett, and Lainie Kazan.
Why It’s a Mother's Day Film:
Even if a mom feels her job is to cook
“foods filled with warmth and wisdom,
and never forgetting that side dish of
steaming hot guilt,” you know she does
it out of love. Here Toula’s mom helps
her daughter achieve her dreams, by
giving Dad a good talking to!
Mrs. Miniver
Greer Garson is Mrs. Miniver,
the matriarch of a middle-class
English family experiencing life in
the first months of World War II,
dodging bombs and protecting
their family the best they can.
Director: William Wyler
Cast: Greer Garson, Walter
Pidgeon and Reginald Owen.
Why It’s a Mother's Day Film:
Mrs. Miniver protects her kids
like a momma lion, and she’s
always calm, cool and collected,
even when dealing with a
wounded German soldier.
Yours, Mine and Ours
When a widower (Henry Fonda)
with 10 children marries a widow
(Lucille Ball) with eight, can the
20 of them ever come together
as one big happy family? Yes
on all accounts, with a few
adjustments here and there.
Director: Melville Shavelson
Cast: Lucille Ball, Henry Fonda,
Van Johnson and Tom Bosley.
Why It’s a Mother's Day Film: :
Because anyone who agrees to
take on the care and feeding of
18 children deserves a special
place in Heaven.
Stepmom
Susan Sarandon is a terminally-
ill mom who decides to make the
best of things and teach the new
woman (Julia Roberts) in her ex-
husband’s life how to be a good
stepmom to her kids.
Director: Chris Columbus
Cast: Julia Roberts, Susan Sarandon,
and Ed Harris.
Why It’s a Mother's Day Film:
Ok, so the mom is dying in this
movie, but Susan Sarandon
still manages to give her kids a
good time, as she does in this
clip, dancing with them to “Ain’t
No Mountain High Enough.”
Mask
A boy (Eric Stoltz) with a
massive facial skull deformity
struggles to live a normal life,
and gets plenty of help from his
biker gang mom (Cher).
Director: Peter Bogdanovich
Cast: Cher, Eric Stoltz, Sam
Elliott, Estelle Getty, and Laura
Dern.
Why It’s a Mother's Day Film:
Because Cher doesn’t see
what’s on the outside of her
precious boy, she sees the good
and gentle spirit within.
March 2010
Baby Boom
Diane Keaton plays J.C.
Wiatt, a successful New York
businesswoman whose life is
thrown into turmoil when she
inherits a baby girl from a
distant relative.
Director: Charles Shyer
Cast: Diane Keaton, Sam
Shepard and Harold
Why It’s a Mother's Day Film:
Oh, the power those little ones
have in our lives! Even a Type-A
workaholic with no parenting
experience will melt like butter
when faced with a cherubic
baby.
Please Don’t Eat the Daisies
Drama critic Larry McKay (David
Niven) and his wife Kate (Doris
Day) move from their cramped
Manhattan apartment to an old
house in the country with their
four sons.
Director: Charles Walters
Cast: Doris Day, David
Niven, Janis Paige and Spring
Byington.
Why It’s a Mother's Day Film:
Because sunny Doris Day is a
mom who just makes you feel
good, especially when she’s
singing the title song to a bunch
of school kids.
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Green Zone
Directed by: Paul Greengrass
Starring: Matt Damon, Amy
Ryan, Greg Kinnear, Antoni
Corone, Brendan Gleeson
Genres: Drama War
Release Date: March 12, 2010
A film set in the chaotic early
days of the Iraqi War when
no one could be trusted and
every decision could detonate
unforeseen consequences.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Directed by: Thor Freudenthal
Starring:Zachary Gordon,
Chloe Moretz, Rachel Harris,
Steve Zahn, Devon Bostwick
Genres: Family Kids
Release Date: March 19, 2010
Meet the kid who made “wimpy”
cool, in a family comedy based
on the best-selling illustrated
novel "Diary of a Wimpy Kid"
by Jeff Kinney, the first in a
series that has thus far sold
24 million copies.
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ENTERTAINMENT / HOLLYWOOD
Brooklyn's Finest Alice in Wonderland I Love You Phillip Morris
Directed by: Antoine Fuqua
Starring:Richard Gere, Ethan
Hawke, Don Cheadle, Wesley
Snipes, Ellen Barkin
Genres: Drama Crime
Release Date: March 5, 2010
Burned out veteran Eddie
Dugan is just one week away
from his pension. Narcotics
officer Sal Procida has
discovered there's no line he
won't cross to provide a better
life for his long-suffering wife
and seven children.
How to Train Your Dragon
Directed by: David Soren, Lorna Cook
Starring:Jay Baruchel, Gerard
Butler, America Ferrera , Jonah
Hill, Christopher Mintz-Plasse
Genres: Fantasy Family Kids Animation
Release Date: March 26, 2010
Set in the mythical world of
burly Vikings and wild dragons,
and based on the book by
Cressida Cowell, the action
comedy tells the story of
Hiccup, a Viking teenager who
doesn’t exactly fit in with his
tribe’s long standing tradition
of heroic dragon slayers.
Directed by: Tim Burton
Starring:Johnny Depp, Mia
Wasikowska, Crispin Glover, Anne
Hathaway, Helena Bonham Carter
Genres: Adventure Fantasy Family
Release Date: March 5, 2010
When Alice tumbles down a
rabbit-hole one hot summer's
afternoon in pursuit of a White
Rabbit she finds herself in
Wonderland. And there begin
the fantastical adventures
that will see her experiencing
extraordinary changes.
The Runaways
Directed by: Floria Sigismondi
Starring:Kristen Stewart, Scout
Taylor-Compton, Dakota Fanning,
Stella Maeve , Alessandra Torresani
Genres: Drama
Release Date: March 19, 2010
A rough and tumble coming-
of-age drama about the '70s
teenage band the Runaways.
Widely believed at the time to
have been a novelty act formed
by producer Kim Fowley, who
thought the notion of five
teenage girls dressed in leather
and lingerie performing rock and
roll music was highly marketable.
Directed by: John Requa,
Glenn Ficarra
Starring: Jim Carrey, Ewan
McGregor, Leslie Mann, Rodrigo
Santoro , David Jensen
Genres: Comedy Crime
Release Date: March 26, 2010
When a local Texas policeman,
Steve Russell (Jim Carrey),
turns to cons and fraud to allow
him to change his lifestyle, his
subsequent stay in the state
penitentiary results in his
meeting the love of his life, a
sensitive fellow inmate named
Phillip Morris (Ewan McGregor).
Hot Tub Time Machine The Bounty Hunter
Directed by: Steve Pink
Starring:Rob Corddry, John
Cusack, Craig Robinson, Clark
Duke , Chevy Chase
Genres: Comedy
Release Date: March 26, 2010
The movie follows a group of
best friends who've become
bored with their adult lives:
Adam has been dumped by his
girlfriend; Lou is a party guy
who can't find the party; Nick's
wife controls his every move;
and video game-obsessed Jacob
won't leave his basement.
Remember Me
Directed by: Allen Coulter
Starring:Robert Pattinson,
Pierce Brosnan , Emilie de
Ravin , Chris Cooper, Lena Olin
Genres: Drama Romance
Release Date: March 12, 2010
Infused with humor and
romance, "Remember Me"
tells the unforgettable love
story of two young people
who learn how important it is
to love passionately and live
loudly everyday of one's life.
Directed by: Andy Tennant
Starring:Jennifer Aniston, Gerard
Butler, Jason Sudeikis , Dorian
Missick, Christine Baranski
Genres: Action Comedy
Release Date: March 19, 2010
Milo Boyd (Gerard Butler), a
bounty hunter, gets his dream
job when he is assigned to
track down his bail-jumping
ex-wife, reporter Nicole Hurly
(Jennifer Aniston).

ENTERTAINMENT / BOLLYWOOD
Atithi Tum Kab Jaaoge
Director: Ashwani Dheer
Cast : Ajay Devgn, Paresh Rawal, Konkona
Sen Sharma, Satish Kaushik, Mac Mohan,
Sanjay Mishra, Akhilendra Mishra
Release Date: 5th March 2010
‘Atithi Tum Kab Jaaoge?’ is based on
noted satirist Sharad Joshi’s short story.
The story is about an unwanted guest,
Paresh Rawal, who enters the household
of a married couple, played by Ajay and
Konkona Sen Sharma, and lives for a
long time by continuously extending his
stay. So much so that the couple is exas-
perated and starts praying for his exit.
Hide & Seek
Director: Sean Arranha
Cast : Purab Kohli, Arjan Bajwa, Mrinalini
Sharma, Sameer Kochhar, Ayaz Khan,
Amruta Patki, Prasad Barve, Pavail
Gulati, Shweta Varma, Nutan Shinde,
Mohit Dutta, Alok Batra
Release Date: 12th, March 2010
On a chilly Christmas night, six best
friends innocently indulged in a game to
have some more fun! Little realising that
this game and that night would change
their lives forever.
Peter Gaya Kaam Se
Director: John Owen
Cast: Rajeev Khandelwal, Lekha Washi
ngton, Proshantt Narayanan, Vijay
Maurya & Vijay Raaz
Release Date: 12th February, 2010
Peter Gaya Kaam Se is a fast paced ac-
tion adventure with a romantic twist that
tells the story of Peter, a football crazy
motorcycle taxi rider who decides to turn
his back on Goa and quit his job. That's
until his sleazy loan shark boss Bosco
persuades him to do one last job. It's the
job that will change his life forever
LAHORE
Director: Sanjay Puran Singh Chauhan
Cast: Farooq Sheikh, Nafisa Ali,
Sraddha Das, Ashish Vidhyarthi,
Sushant Singh
Release Date: 19th, March 2010
Lahore, a film which revolves around
Kick Boxing competition, shows how
sports can play a crucial role in uniting
arch rivals India and Pakistan.
Season’s Greetings
Director: Vicky Chopra
Cast : Tabu, Shreyas Talpade, Sohail
Khan, Vatsal Seth and Javed Jaffery
among
Release Date: 1st, January 2010
Season's Greetings is the story of one
day. The story begin on December 30th
and end with sunrise on January 1st. The
different stories culminate into one crazy
New Year's party where everyone, having
travelled differently so far, become one.
LOVE SEX DHOKHA
Director: Dibakar Banerjee
Cast : Imran Khan, Abhay Deol
Release Date: 5th, March 2010
Love Sex aur Dhokha takes us into the
heart of three stories unfolding across
and weaving through each other - con-
temporary, unusual, real tales of love.
March 2010
Paan Singh Tomar
Director: Tigmanshu Dhulia
Cast : Irrfan Khan and Mahi Gill
Release Date: 26th, February 2010
Paan Singh Tomar is the true epic jour-
ney of a talented runner who turned into
rebel. Its a story about a guy from a
small town of Madhya Pradesh who rose
as an athlete and ruled the steeplechase
event at the Indian National Games for
7 years in a round whose record stood
unbeaten for 10 years.
PRINCE
Director: Kookie V Gulati
Cast : Vivek Oberoi,
Aruna Sheilds, Nandana Sen,
Neeru Singh, Sanjay Kapoor
Release Date: 26th, March 2010
One of the savviest thieves in the world
commits the biggest heist of his life. He
wakes up next the morning to realize he
has a gunshot wound on his arm that he
doesn't remember getting.
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GADGETS
Touchless Paper Towel Dispenser
When I cook, despite that I’m a pretty decent cook, it still looks like a bomb was dropped in the kitchen. That usually
means I’m covered in half the items I’ve measured out for a recipe. When I go to clean off my hands, I’d rather not mess
up four pieces of paper towel while I’m trying to grab for only one of those pieces. Thankfully someone has created a
way to prevent getting gunk all over the entire roll when you just need one small piece.
Just wave your hand in front of the infrared sensor and it will offer up one piece of your paper towels. It is smart enough
to sense the perforations in the sheets of paper towel, so it knows exactly how much it’s spitting out. You can set it to
dispense 1, 2 or just a half of a sheet. The Touchless Paper Towel Dispenser comes in red, silver and white. You can
purchase it for $79.95 through Hammacher.

Inflatable Sleeping Coat

is raincoat, sleeping bag,
and mattress
This Inflatable Sleeping Coat is more versatile
than the jacket that Marty McFly wore in Back to
the Future II.
This super-jacket, for lack of a better word, is
designed by designer Lin Tsui-Wei, and it is a
raincoat, sleeping coat, sleeping bag, and even
a mattress all in one.
Normally, this coat ends at below the crotch and
above the knees, but the Inflatable Sleeping Coat
has a detachable skirt that goes all the way down
to the feet for protection from the rain.
Of course, what really makes this work is the
inflate-ability. You will note how you can sleep with
it on and inflated for cushioned softness during
the wintertime, or lay it down like a mattress in
the summertime.
Jolter Power Plunger
Are you fed up of little kids not listening to your
instructions on keeping the toilet bowl free of
candy wrappers and other stuff other than toilet
paper? Well, chances are you would then have
had experience with using a plunger, sapping
up much of your strength in the process. Why
not give the Johnny Jolter Power Plunger a go
instead to help you out in this unsavory job? The
Johnny Jolter Power Plunger retails for $29.98,
and since it is made out of plastic, we would
recommend you go easy on the strength as it
might break in a moment of enthusiasm. Guess
this is something that won’t last more than a
few years, since we know that plastic tends to
become brittle after some time.
Multi-Task Gloves with
LED Lights
There is no shortage of gadgets trying to offer
mechanics hands-free lighting while they’re
attempting to fix a car. Be it lights with magnets
attached or lights that are capable of wrapping
around and clinging to items underneath the
hood. Now you can even own a pair of mechanics
gloves that have LED lights built directly into the
pointer finger.
I haven’t decided if these lights would be helpful or
make you crazy. By no means does it seem as if
they’d be good to replace one of those magnetic
lights. However, keeping them on might make it
possible to get light into areas when your hands
are in the way. The lights will either make you
nauseous from them moving around every time
you turn a wrench or make it easier to find that
bolt that slipped through your fingers. You can
purchase the gloves for $22.95 through Amazon.

Tab The Power Strip

There have been a few different ways to label cords to make it easier for you to unplug gadgets
when they’re not in use. This gadget will make it easier for you to know which plug goes with
which gadget. Plus it will make it a whole lot easier to unplug your different gadgets. Plus you
can pick and choose just how many outlets you want on the power strip.
If this weren’t a concept design, you would get to choose which stickers you want and how
many of the cubes you’d like to buy. Then at a later time you could buy a couple more of the
cubes to plug into the rest of the strip. Just place the stickers with each respective plug. Then
when it’s time to unplug it, instead of tugging on the cord, you just push down on the back of
the plug. Unfortunately this is still a concept, so you won’t be able to purchase these just yet.

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Nokia Nuron 5230 Nokia has announced the

We have the first official pictures of the upcoming N97 mini, a compact version
Nokia Nuron 5230 Xpress Music. This Symbian- of the existing N97 flagship
powered touchscreen phone supports 3G (HSDPA) smartphone. It features a large
bands, aGPS (compatible with Ovi Maps 3.0), a touchscreen, a 5MP camera,
2MP camera, and more. Available in white, the 8GB of storage, and the
Nokia Nuron 5230 Xpress Music will be released company's new Lifecasting with
on March 17th, 2010. We will keep you posted Ovi social networking tool.

Samsung Wave S8500 Hands-on Video

Here is a hands-on video of the Samsung Wave S8500 Bada phone.
In case you didn’t know, the phone boasts a 3.3-inch AMOLED
touchscreen display, Bada OS with TouchWiz 3.0, HSDPA, Wi-Fi b/g/n, a
3.5mm headset jack, DivX player, a 5MP Auto Focus camera with flash
and 720p video recording, a 2GB of internal memory, and a MicroSD
card slot. The Samsung Wave S8500 also uses a 1GHz CPU, which is
probably Snapdragon processor. Watch the video after the jump

First Android Projector Phone From Samsung
Samsung has finally confirmed the Samsung I8520, which is touted as
the company’s first Android projector phone. The gadget comes jam
packed with a 3.7-inch Super AMOLED screen, an 8-megapixel camera,
and a “Specialized Projector UI”. Stay tuned for more updates
Motorola QUENCH (CLIQ XT) Introduced At MWC 2010
Motorola has introduced their latest touchscreen phone at this year’s Mobile
World Congress called the Motorola QUENCH (aka CLIQ XT in the US). The
handset sports a 3.1-inch 320 x 480 capacitive touchscreen display, a 5MP
camera with autofocus and LED flash, a full virtual QWERTY keyboard, a microSD
card slot (up to 32GB), an electronic compass, A-GPS, 3G, WiFi, Bluetooth, a
3.5mm headset jack and runs on Android 1.5 OS with supports for Google
services and MOTOBLUR features. The Motorola QUENCH will be available in
multiple regions around the globe beginning in Q1 2010, while in the US, it will
be available starting next month exclusively through T-Mobile USA
Toshiba TG02 And K01 At
Mobile World Congress 2010
Toshiba today unveiled two new Windows Mobile
6.5 smartphones at Mobile World Congress 2010,
which are known as the Toshiba TG02 and K01.
Both cell phones come jam packed with a 4.1-inch
WVGA touchscreen, a 1GHz Snapdragon processor,
and a microSD memory card slot that supports up
to 32GB. The Toshiba TG02 is a successor to the
previously released TG01. Measuring 9.9 mm thick,
the new model features a capacitive screen and a
new 3D user interface. Meanwhile, the K01 is a slider
handset with a sliding keyboard. Measuring at 12.9
mm, it will also be Toshiba’s first smartphone with an
AMOLED screen. Too bad, there is no info on pricing
or availability at this time. We will keep you posted.

Sony Ericsson Vivaz Pro Microsoft Windows Phone 7 Garmin Asus A50 Smartphone
Garmin and Asus has joined together to release
Announced At Series Released a new smartphone in the form of the Android-
Mobile World Congress Microsoft has finally and officially
launched the Windows Phone 7
powered A50. The handset
Sony Ericsson today announced their latest messaging boasts a 3.5-inch HVGA
Series at the Mobile World Congress
phone ‘Vivaz Pro’ at Mobile World Congress (MWC resolution capacitive
2010. The new platform integrates
2010), which is basically an updated version of the touchscreen display with
Xbox LIVE games and Zune music
original Vivaz. This high-end smartphone boasts a a 3-megapixel Auto Focus
and videos for the first time into a
3.2-inch 360 x 640 TFT touchscreen display, a 5.1MP camera, and a 4GB of storage
mobile platform. What makes this
autofocus camera, a new slide-out QWERTY keyboard, space that is upgradable via
new version interesting is that all
3G, A-GPS, WiFi, 720p HD video recording and runs a microSD memory card slot.
Windows Phone 7 Series handsets
on Symbian S60 operating system. The Vivaz Pro will What makes the Garmin Asus
will feature a Bing dedicated
be available in selected markets from Q2, 2010 for A50 more special is that it
hardware button for one-click access to Microsoft’s
unannounced price supports a finger-friendly
search engine. There will be six Windows Phone
yet. Watch the video user interface and Garmin’s
hubs: People, Pictures, Games, Music + Video, Office
presentation after pre-loaded turn-by-turn
and Marketplace. The first Windows Phone 7 Series
the break. navigation. The Garmin
smartphones will be available in time for the 2010
Asus A50 will be available in
holiday season. Watch the video after the jump to get
Europe very soon. No word on pricing so far.
more details.

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'House Rules'
Jodi Picoult
Jodi Picoult is known for
combining controversial issues,
courtroom scenes and family
drama. In House Rules, a boy
with Asperger's syndrome is
accused of murder. Picoult shifts
viewpoints and examines the
prejudices surrounding the boy's
social disability. All the while,
Picoult keeps readers in suspense
about who actually committed the
murder.
'Bite Me'
Christopher Moore
Bite Me by Christopher Moore is
the sequel to his 2007 vampire
parody, You Suck. Moore is known
for his comic novels that often
spoof other works of literature.
You Suck and Bite Me play off
the vampire craze of the past
decade.
BOOK RELEASES
The Vampire Diaries:
The Return: Shadow Souls'
L. J. Smith
The Vampire Diaries: The Return:
Shadow Souls by L. J. Smith is the
second book in the young adult
Vampire Diaries Return series.
The Return Trilogy focuses on
Damon.
'Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang'
Chelsea Handler
Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang by
Chelsea Handler is a series of
comic, nonfiction essays about
Handler's life. Handler, as always,
is candid about her childhood,
sexuality, romance and life in
general.
'Abraham Lincoln:
Vampire Hunter'
Seth Grahame-Smith
From Seth Grahame-Smith, the
author of Pride and Prejudice and
Zombies, comes Abraham Lincoln:
Vampire Hunter. In this spoof,
Grahame-Smith claims to uncover
a lost Lincoln diary showing that
his mother was actually killed by
vampires when he was a boy and
that his secret life mission was to
eliminate all vampires.
'Solar'
Ian McEwan
Literary master Ian McEwan returns
with Solar, a novel about a Nobel
prize–winning physicist who is past
his peak and now coasts through his
career on committees and collecting
big speaking fees. His personal life
is in shambles as his fifth marriage
falls apart, but this time he actually
loves his wife and wants to make
things better. In Solar, his personal
and professional lives converge,
with the possibility of resurrecting
both.
 February 2010

'The Ask' 'The Surrendered' 'The History of White People'

Sam Lipsyte
Milo Burke, a jaded university
development officer, finds himself
on the brink of joblessness with
the only thing between him and
the unemployment line being the
successful completion of a major
"ask," in which the prospective
donor is an old college
classmate.
Chang-Rae Lee
An 11-year-old refugee by the
name of June Han, an American
G.I. Hector Brennan meet at an
orphanage during the Korean
War, where they receive the
attention of a lovely but damaged
missionary wife. Thirty years later,
they must come to terms with this
past. Korean author Chang-Rae
Lee's fourth novel may be his
most ambitious to date.
Nell Irvin Painter
Award-winning author and
historian, Nell Irvin Painter,
plumbs ancient history that
includes Caesar, Saint Patrick,
and Emerson, “the philosopher
king of American white race
theory,” in discovering the history
and definition of whiteness.

'Wisdom: From Philosophy to 'Known to Evil' “Poesy Whisperer”

Neuroscience'
Stephen Hall
What is wisdom? Award-winning
science writer Stephen S.
Hall traverses territory from
philosophy to science in a
thought-provoking investigation
of this question
half page.pdf 3/8/2010 1:19:56 PM
Walter Mosley
The second book in Walter
Mosley's new bestselling mystery
series (after The Long Fall)
features Leonid McGill, a New
York private detective and bad-
guy-turned-good once again
called upon by the powers that
be to chase down inscrutable
matters of intrigue.
Fatima Alwan
“Poesy Whisperer” is Fatima Alwan's
second book of poetry, which has
been released recently in Virgin
Megastore and Jarir Bookstore. In
her recent book, the poet follows a
new route and plunges herself in the
realm of classical poetry, where she
indulges in the beauty and luxury
of classical poetic forms like the ballade, sonnet, sestina,
villanelle, virelai, rondeau, roundel and others; furthermore,
she bravely introduces her own poetic form, which she calls
“Sparrowet”. “Poesy Whisperer” consists of 29 poems
that discuss diverse interesting topics, most of which are
weaved in the form of poetic short stories.

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‫‪PRESS RELEASEs‬‬

‫‪360 MALL Celebrates the Beauty of Arabian Horses‬‬

‫‪‘The Arabian Horse- A Touch of an Artist’, exhibition was held from February 18th-20th at 360 MALL aimed‬‬
‫‪to celebrate the beauty, history, and the relationship of Arabian horses to the region, and across the world.‬‬
‫‪The art gallery coincided with Bait Al Arab’s ‘Arabian Horse Championship’ that was held under the patronage‬‬
‫‪of His Highness the Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmed Al Jaber Al Sabah, and took place at the Hunting‬‬
‫‪& Equestrian Club.‬‬
‫‪For the first time in Kuwait, the unique opening of the art exhibition witnessed a live exhibit of the stunning‬‬
‫‪Arabian horse at 360 MALL’s exhibition area. The renowned exhibition showcased over 50 unique paintings‬‬
‫‪that have captured the essence of this rare and valued breed. The exhibition celebrated the beauty, nobility‬‬
‫‪and grace of this breed, which has come to symbolise the special relationship between Arabs and Kuwaitis with‬‬
‫‪horses. The exhibits that were on display were the private property of Kuwaiti breeders within the State of‬‬
‫‪Kuwait, and had been generously contributed for this art exhibition. The exhibits were painted by internationally‬‬
‫‪renowned artists from England, the United States, Germany and Iraq.‬‬
‫‪Mohammed Al Marzouq, Chairman of the organizing committee commented: “This region is known for its love‬‬
‫‪towards all things related to horses, along with a passionate feeling that is aimed towards Arabian horses.‬‬
‫‪Horses from this part of the world are renowned and valued worldwide, and their bloodlines are to be found‬‬
‫‪in almost every modern breed of riding horse. As a race we can be proud of the contribution we have made‬‬
‫‪through our devotion to Arabian horses. This exhibition celebrates that unique connection between man and‬‬
‫‪horse, something we feel is as much a part of our heritage as any architectural development or archaeological‬‬
‫”‪artefact.‬‬

‫توجت مسيرتها إلى قمة كلمينجارو عشية االحتفال بالعيد‬

‫الوطني وعيد التحرير‬
‫برعاية شركة سفير الدولية إلدارة الفنادق‬
‫بعثة التحرير رفعت علم الكويت على أعلى قمة بركانية في العالم‬

‫بتوفيق من اهلل تعالى ونتيجة للهمة العالية والدعم والرعاية القيمة التي قدمتها شركة سفير‬
‫الدولية للفنادق لبعثة التحرير والعزم على رفع اسم الوطن عاليا ‪ ،‬فقد وفقت البعثة ممثلة بفريق‬
‫كويت اكسترمي في إجناز مهمتها بالتسلق واعتالء أعلى قمة بركانية بالعالم هي قمة جبل‬
‫كاليمنجاور بتنزانيا في القارة األفريقية‪.‬‬

‫وقام الفريق بقيادة املتسلق العاملي زيد الرفاعي‪ ،‬وعضوية كل من رياض مال اهلل وسليمان اخمليزمي‪ ،‬علي‬
‫الرخيص وحمد احلمد بالوصول إلى أعلى القمة البركانية ببلوغه على ارتفاع ‪ 5895‬مترا ً من مستوى‬
‫سطح البحر‪.‬‬

‫وبهذه املناسبة أكد قائد البعثة وفريق كويت اكسرتيم لتسلق اجلبال زيد الرفاعي حيث قال ‪ :‬أن‬
‫الفريق وصل بحمد اهلل ورفع على الكويت خفاقا عشية العيد الوطني وعيد التحرير إلى أعلى قمة‬
‫في القارة األفريقية ‪ ،‬متحديا الصعاب التي واجهته ليحقق الهدف الذي سعى إليه وليشارك الوطن‬
‫واملواطنني والقيادة السياسية في الكويت أفراحها واحتفاالتها بالذكر السنوية للعيد الوطني وعيد التحرير ‪ ،‬مشيرا إلى أن أعضاء البعثة واجهوا صعوبات كثيرة أثناء مسيرهم وتسلقهم‬
‫للقمة ‪ ،‬ومنها العطش الشديد واحلاجة لشرب املاء ‪ ،‬في ظل ندرة املياه الصاحلة للشرب حيث قام الفريق بتعقيم املياه امللوثة ‪ ،‬هذا باإلضافة إلى قلة التنوع في األطعمة واملأكوالت ‪ ،‬في‬
‫ظل احلاجة إلى الطاقة للسير املتواصل لنحو ‪ 12‬ساعة يوميا ً ‪ ،‬كما واجه أعضاء الفريق أجواء البرد الشديد و الصداع ومرض املرتفعات الذي يصاب به اإلنسان جراء قلة نسبة األوكسجني‬
‫في اجلو ‪ ،‬وغيرها من األمور عند االرتفاع عن سطح األرض‪.‬‬

‫ووصف قائد البعثة شعور أعضاء فريقه حلظة الوصول إلى القمة واعتالئها بالقول ‪ :‬إن الفرحة والغبطة والسرور كلمات قليلة ال ميكن من خاللها وصف مشاعرنا لتحقيق هذا اإلجناز للوطن‬
‫واملشاركة في االحتفال بأعياد الوطن ‪ ،‬فنقل االحتفال مبناسبة وطنية هي األغلى على قلوبنا جميعا إلى أعلى قمة بركانية في العالم ميثل نقلة نوعية في التعبير عن فرحتنا وحبنا لهذا‬
‫الوطن واعتزازنا باالنتماء له ‪ ،‬متوجها بالشكر والعرفان إلى شركة سفير الدولية إلدارة الفنادق على دعمها للشباب و الرياضة ‪ ،‬ولوالهم ملا حققت بعثة التحرير هذا اإلجناز واعتالء القمة‬
‫األعلى في قارة أفريقيا وهو إجناز الذي يحسب لدولة الكويت ‪ ،‬ويدون في تاريخا وتاريخ حركتها الرياضية والشبابية بحروف من ذهب ‪.‬‬

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NAS Travel Agency aims to expand A NEW GUINNESS WORLD

service portfolio in Kuwait! RECORD ACHIEVED IN
KUWAIT
Kuwait on March 7, 2010:
Al Mansouriya Consumer Trading Company, a sister
concern of Jassim Al Wazzan Group, Olayan Kimberly
Clark and The Sultan Center, one of the largest retailers
in Kuwait and Middle East, have come together to
achieve an all new Guinness World Record for the
world’s largest packaged product display ever at TSC
Wholesale Center - Shuwaikh. The commemoration
was attended by top management from the respective
Travel has become second nature to most of us nowadays. With budget airlines, budget hotels and simple companies, suppliers, and customers to witness this
yet complicated internet travel portals that offer you everything under the skies from hotels to airlines to accomplishment.
rental cars to even adventure tours; it is becoming increasingly difficult choosing a good travel partner.
Kleenex boxes were stacked accordingly to achieve
National Aviation Services (NAS) is attempting to innovate in this area and offer retail and corporate the largest product package display at TSC Wholesale
consumers alike, a different travel experience. The NAS Travel Services Division is a part of the rapidly Center - Shuwaikh. It took over 40 personnel to set
expanding NAS group, a ground handling services provider at Kuwait International Airport, also operating up this historic feat in a time span of 10 hours. The
at airports in Jordan and 12 locations in India. representative of Guinness World Record Mr. Jack
In keeping with the philosophy of constantly evolving to suit the needs of its customers, NAS is in the Brockbank was present to adjudicate the entire effort
process of adding new and innovative services into its Travel Services portfolio. and awarded Certificate of Guinness recognition to
Al Mansouriya Consumer Trading Co, Kimberly Clark
With a recent tie-up with a leading international travel management consultancy providing multipart yet Team and The Sultan Center for achieving this World
customized travel management solutions to corporates on a large scale, NAS Travel Agency is on its way Record.
to becoming a top player in Kuwait.
Mr. Kapil Khosla, General Manager on behalf of the Al
“Through our relationship with this company, we will be able to leverage their ability to provide a customized Mansouriya Management thanked the Al Wazzan Family
service utilizing their network and global reach.” says Ashraf Sobhi, Senior Travel Services Manager at NAS. for their support to make this a grand success and
Sobhi who recently joined the NAS team is responsible for the strategic growth of the travel business in NAS also the management of Business Partners Olayan
overseeing the travel agency located at the airport as well focusing on developing corporate relationships Kimberly Clark and The Sultan Center for their support
by adding new products and services to the company’s travel portfolio. His 18 year stint in the travel and co-operation to achieve this extraordinary world
industry includes assignments in different GCC countries with multi-national and regional companies. record. He also specially appreciated the Mansouriya
and The Sutlan Center Teams who worked on
Realizing that there is a vast scope for both corporate and retail packages, NAS aims to concentrate
executing this monumental display. “A challenging yet
on both the markets. On a corporate level, it will focus on delivering customizable travel management
an extra-ordinary feat achieved here, placing Kuwait
solutions. On the retail side, NAS aims to develop the market for products like luxury cruises, adventure
on the Guinness map and we are proud of it”, said
holidays and spa vacations taking into consideration that a large part of the population in Kuwait travel
Mr. Kapil.
outside the country and is looking for more than the usual sight-seeing trips to Europe and the Far East.
Mr. Firas Hamdan, TSC’s Chief Commercial Officer
“Despite the economic climate, there is a demand for such type of travel and we aim to tap into that
(Kuwait) expressed the pride in this achievement for
market and offer these solutions to the young urban professional segment that are the target market.”
both companies as well for the State of Kuwait. “We
says Sobhi adding “Apart from developing our travel products, we also need to develop our people skills
value our long lasting partnerships with our suppliers
as personalized service is one of the key elements in the middle east and companies that provide this are
and this record breaking achievement is the result of
ensured of having a competitive edge.”
the solid teamwork between the two companies,” said
With a new team that is highly trained and has extensive experience in corporate and retail travel, a new Mr. Hamdan.
marketing approach and new technologies to add value to an already attractive value proposition, the NAS
Mr. Ali Abdul Rehman Al Wazzan, Director also graced
Travel Agency is all set to make a difference in the Kuwaiti travel market.
the occasion and declared the event a great success.
The NAS Travel Agency is totally committed to providing all our customers with a memorable and He also thanked the Retail & Business Partners and
seamless travel experience. For booking please call +965 1 842 842 Ext. 507/508/509 or email travel@ the Al Mansouriya Management for bringing this
nascorporate.com recognition for the country.
Byline- The attendees were excited to attend this event and
see the historical Kleenex display to witness the all
Barry Rodrigues is the Corporate Marketing Manager - National Aviation Services.
new Guinness World Record.

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March 2010

Gulf Bank Sponsors Al Noor & Al Amal and Ashraf now has exclusive Showroom for
Al-Raja’a Special Needs Schools Disney Line up at Discovery Mall, Kuwait City
The Bank strongly supports special needs students’ G-HANZS in association with Ashraf & Company Ltd. makes a
education and development Spectacular SHOWROOM for Disney Line up at Discovery Mall, Kuwait.

Kuwait – 8 March, 2010: Gulf Bank recently concluded its sponsorship for special
needs’ students at Al Noor & Al Amal School for deaf and blind disabilities, as well
as Al Raja’s School for physical disabilities. The events were aimed at celebrating
Ashraf & Company Ltd, the exclusive distributors for G-HANZS in Kuwait unveiled
the first day of returning to school. Over 500 special needs students, along with
recently an exclusive showroom for Disney Line up, located at the Discovery Mall
their teachers, enjoyed the fun filled activities and entertainment provided by
in Kuwait City.
representatives from Gulf Bank.
The store carries an unbeatable range of Disney Products such as Disney
Several prominent figures in the special needs education field were present on
Consumer Electronics, Disney Outdoor & Sports, Disney Hand-held LCD Games,
the first day of school including: Dakheel Al-Enizi, Director of Special Education
Prams & Buggies and Disney Doll & toys. This is an ultimate destination for all age
Schools Management; Mohammad Al-Kanderi, Assistant Undersecretary for
categories from Infants to young adults, a one stop shop for all the family needs.
Specialized Education; Mansour Al-Mansour, Head of Activities Department and
Nadia Al-Yaseen, Principle of Al Amal & Al Noor School, Laila Al-Khodhari, Principle "We offer a wide array of Disney character merchandise and a variety of products
of Al-Raja'a School and Nabeela Dashti, Assistant Director of Al-Raja'a, who at the Discovery Mall, and we're very excited to bring the Disney line up to Kuwait
thanked Gulf Bank for its continuous support towards education and youth. in association with Disney Middle East. The Disney Line up is distributed in Kuwait
by one of the most prestigious CE Business House, “ASHRAF & COMPANY LTD"
During the event, Gulf Bank’s famous Nassour character along with other
said U.K.Ghosh, CEO and board member of G-HANZS.
cartoon characters shared the first day at school with the children, where they
assisted school teachers and the specialized staff who were teaching the children The highlight of the showrooms’ lineup includes:
methods of avoiding and protecting themselves from H1N1. In addition, Gulf Bank Disney consumer electronics range from:
representatives helped distribute books and meals to the students. Al Raj'a School
also held competitions and fun activities for the children which included face • LCD, TV/DVD combos, Portable DVD player, Audio Range.
painting, hair braiding and henna designs. The Bank used the opportunity to wish • Digital camera,
all attending students the best of luck and a successful school year ahead. • MP3, MP4 Players
• Lights and lamps with exciting Disney characters
Gulf Bank also recently sponsored Gulf University of Science and Technology’s • Digital frames
(GUST) “Alive 2010” Event, which was aimed at special needs, and included a
range of entertaining activities. Disney Land Line Telephone & Accessory Range:

Gulf Bank’s commitment to corporate social responsibility starts with its belief in Disney Toys:
the core values of Kuwaiti society, and the Bank’s policies and vision are aligned to • Hand-held LCD Games
meet the needs of Kuwait. Gulf Bank continues to support special needs’ students • Disney Dolls, Toys Strollers etc
education and development through the year reiterating the Bank’s commitment Baby Care products like:
to the wider community.
• Prams, Strollers, playpens to buggies.
Outdoor & Sports:
• Scooters and skate boards
• Roller skates
• Swimwear accessories
• Outdoor games accessories like badminton rackets, Mini Soft Balls etc.
Featuring the Disney World Super Stars.

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 March 2010

HOMEWORK FOR GROWN UPS

EVERYTHING YOU LEARNED AT SCHOOL... BUT CAN YOU REMEMBER?

1. what is the capital of brazil? SCRAMBLED WORD

a. brussels b. brasalia
c. berlin d. botswana D TE B =
2. Dry ice is the second name of?
a. Gold b. Silicon Z L A Y =
c. Solid Corbondioxide d. none of the above
3. which country has 13 months in a year
J T C EE =

a. America b. Albania A B C I N =
c. Armenia d. Ethiopia
4. how many bones are there in human body? OE R J K =
a. 206 b. 200
c. 216 d. 215 T A F D =
5. What is the capital of Haiti .
a. Kingston b. Havana
I O S S A =

c. Port - au - prince d. None of these E S EO B =

6. Which instrument is used to measure the density of milk?
a. Lactometer b. Thermometer H A O R B =
c. Barometer d. Anemometer.
7. The city which is also know as the city of canals?
E G A B D =

a. Detroit b. Belgrade F N A Y C =
c. Venice d. Damascus
8. Which Country produces maximum banana? C G M I A =
a. India b. Australia
c. Brazil d. africa
9. who is the father of chemistry? Soduku
a. william herschel b. louis blaise
c. robert boyle d. galilleo
10. Which famous explorer first reached Africa in the 19th
7 8
century?
a. Vasco da Gama
c. David Livingstone
b. Christopher Columbus
d. Ferdinand magellan
2 4
ANSWERS: 1. b, 2. c, 3. d, 4. a, 5. c, 6. a, 7. c, 8. a, 9. c, 10. c 6 3
5 6
How many words can you make from the word: 9 8 2 4
5 3 9
ANSWER 2 8 6
Each word must be a minimum of 3 letters.
Example: WAR, RAW, …..
6 9 7 1
Solution will be provided in next month's issue 4 3
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March 2010

Horoscopes &
March Planet Overview: March comes in like the proverbial lamb, with five of the ten planets and a New Moon in the spiritual sign of Pisces shaping this month into a time of new vision and
inspiration. Almost all the signs may feel that they are at a crossroads, and there is heightened emphasis on making a personal dream a reality. This renewed vigor is the result of Mars, the sleep-
ing lion, waking from a four-month slumber and moving us to action on March 10 and on through the month. March 20 is the Spring Equinox, and this is an excellent day to recommit to intentions
made at the beginning of the year. The Full Moon this month causes many of you to take that extra step toward what was once thought an impractical or impossible goal. The month ends with the
sound of the lion roaring once more.

Closed-door meetings may seem

intimidating, but remember they aren't
always about you. The result of one such
meeting midmonth could be a staggering
A r i es

new project or proposal that renews your Rihanna

confidence. You begin to feel renewed 20th February
energy and self-assurance on March 10
(Mar 21 – Apr 19) when Mars, your ruler, turns direct in the
house of creative ventures. Your dream
suddenly appears within your grasp. Around the March 20
Spring Equinox, you see a New Year's intention begin to take
form. The Full Moon on March 29 could bring a new partner, but
it could be that a once trusted ally makes a regrettable exodus.

This month the bright light of the Sun

shines on your house of hopes and wishes.
Although your wish may be realized, it
Tau r u s

could come in an unexpected form and

develop into something far surpassing
your expectations. Four heavy-duty
planets accompany the Sun, including
(Apr 20 – May 20) deal-breaker Uranus. As early as March
3, expect a breakthrough in a current
holdup. With Mars turning direct on March 10, you might recall a
Carrie Underwood
childhood dream and actually see it begin to take form. The Full
Moon in Libra on March 29 is in your house of employment. All Drew Barrymore 10th March
the loose ends seem to tie together in that sector of your life.
Born: February 22, 1975 - Culver City, California, USA
Drew is an example of a child Hollywood star who actually
The Sun's radiance shines on your made it! Growing up in an acting family and finding success
intention to improve your status. It's
graduation day with Chiron and Neptune at an early age for her roles in films like Altered States, E.T.,
G em in i

in the house of the school of life. You've and Irreconcilable Differences, Drew did two stints in rehab
learned your lessons well the past few
years. Your expertise in expressing new for a drug and alcohol problem, but weathered the storm
ideas to higher-ups isn't lost on March
(May 21 – June 20) 10, when those ideas reach the right ears.
and became a successful award-winning actress, writer,
A new commitment to your advancement producer, and director. A triple peace-loving and creative
could start as early as the Spring Equinox on March 20. On Pisces with her Moon in emotional Cancer, Drew gives off
March 29, the Full Moon lights up in your house of creative
expertise and work as play and could bring that longed-for
an ethereal vibe, but when it comes to business, her head is Elton John
special assignment. March ends like a lion, and you can hear the definitely not in the clouds. 25th March
roar throughout the workplace

With five planets in your chart's school- There's no Leo pouting this month. The energy Your partner has your full attention this month,
of-life sector, it seems you've learned a you receive on March 10 from Mars turning but is it business, romance, or both? The
lesson or two about possessions since direct in your sign is enough to move you to that transits aiding this relationship repeat several
C an c er

Vi r go

January. When Mars turns direct on March higher plateau. Your creative juices flow, but times during March. March 3 brings a clue to
L eo

10, what you've been yearning for could
finally be within your grasp. Just when
you think you know it all, the New Moon
(June 21 – July 22) on March 15 adds a twist to what you
claim as yours. Despite the twists and
turns of early March, reinforce your intention to keep what is
yours. Thank a kindly Universe for your good luck on the Spring
Equinox. The Full Moon on March 29 shines on your sanctuary.
There could be a private celebration with a special someone for
all that has been bestowed upon you.
you seem to have hit a wall. That wall suddenly
crumbles and you see the new horizon. A joint
venture or funds from a business associate
(July 23 – Aug 22)
could create this opportunity. With the New
Moon and Uranus tied on March 15, you could
move from a zone of boredom into refreshing new territory. The
elation continues on March 16 as the Sun shines on the planet of
electrical events. A Full Moon on March 29 gives you the eloquence
to spread thanks.
the action ahead. Mars turning direct causes
restlessness within your soul. You feel an edge
you haven't felt in some time. The time of action
(Aug 23 – Sept 22)
is March 15 and 16, when the New Moon,
Uranus, and the Sun shine their light on this
special bond that's about to be born. The Full Moon of March 29
implies financial bounty with this new venture. The month goes out like
a lion as the Moon and Mars bring a challenge that you continue to
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Celebrity BirtHdays
Rihanna is a talented, adaptable Pisces from
Barbados who moved to the United States as
age 16 to pursue a recording career under
the guidance of well-known producer Evan
Rogers. She signed a contract with Def Jam
Recordings soon after auditioning, and her
career has taken off to epic heights: she's
sold over 12 million records and has received
numerous awards in her short career. She
also has three aspects in assertive, ambitious
Aries, which makes her title of Honorary
Cultural Ambassador to Barbados a great fit.
Lady Gaga Celine Dion
28 March
th
30 March
th
Sharon Stone Sara Jessica Parker
10th March 25th March
With your polish and capacity for finding the
right words, you shine in the workplace this
month. The spotlight of sudden recognition
Li b r a
could be on you as early as March 3. Mars, the
sleeping lion, wakes on March 10, compelling
you to make your presence known. Pluto
pushes you to consider a possible real estate
(Sept 23 – Oct 25) proposition. In some cases, this energy could
end something that you've wanted to cut off
for some time, such as a pesky habit. The Full Moon in your house of
personal reality and personality brings a bright aura, drawing a new
friend or relationship. Jupiter and Chiron in the Fifth House of winning
make real what seemed only a long-held dream.
Norah Jones
30th March
Bruce Willis
19th March
The Sun represents your personal style. In
Pisces, it shines on romance and any creative
brainchild you're nurturing. There's electricity
Sc o r pi o
in the air and your vibrations reach the ears
of those in positions of power. There could
be new action in your career as early as
March 10, when Mars wakes from a four-
(Oct 23 – Dec 21) month slumber. Neptune and Chiron together
could bring your home into the mix whether it
involves working from home or someone moving into your domain.
The Sun and Moon add their power to the magical Spring Equinox on
March 20, and career prospects bubble with optimism. The March
29 Full Moon reminds you of a lost opportunity. You won't repeat
that situation.
March 2010
With permission from
Friends wonder about your desire to
escape the spotlight and spend time
inside your home. You may simply desire
Sagittarius
downtime before emerging with a new
plan. Mars turns direct on March 10 and
lights up your house of long voyages of the
mind and body. You could put into action a
(Nov 22 – Dec 21) dream that is dear to your heart. With the
New Moon, Sun, and Uranus in Pisces on
March 15 and 16 in your area of the home front, smoldering
tensions could develop. You address them and don't allow them
to fester. The month ends with the Full Moon in your house of
dreams, hopes, and wishes. You use your unique communicative
ability to smooth any rough edges.
Friends wonder about your desire to
escape the spotlight and spend time
inside your home. You may simply desire
Capricor n
downtime before emerging with a new
plan. Mars turns direct on March 10 and
lights up your house of long voyages of the
mind and body. You could put into action a
(Dec 22 – Jan 19) dream that is dear to your heart. With the
New Moon, Sun, and Uranus in Pisces on
March 15 and 16 in your area of the home front, smoldering
tensions could develop. You address them and don't allow them
to fester. The month ends with the Full Moon in your house of
dreams, hopes, and wishes. You use your unique communicative
ability to smooth any rough edges.
Aquarius is usually in the driver's seat,
but with Neptune and Chiron clouding
your personal reality, you might feel at a
Aq u ari u s
spiritual crossroads. The Second House of
your finances and possessions is packed
with half the planets, calling your attention
to that usually neglected area. You need
(Jan 20 – Feb 18) resolution this month. Mars turning direct
on March 10 energizes your house of
partners. It could mean there's more than one person on your
mind. With so many planets in your house of possessions, you
may opt for the partner offering the most benefits, which goes
against your grain. The choice will be difficult. You make the right
decision when the March 29 Full Moon in Libra activates your
hopes and dreams, making you a master of the spoken word.
Your business acumen surprises your pals
and employer this month, as your head
usually appears to be in the clouds. In
P is c es
March, Neptune and Chiron in your house of
karma could bring an unexpected brush with
success. With Pluto in your house of hopes
and dreams, that crazy idea you've played
(Feb 19 – Mar 20) down to everyone really can catch on. Your
work environment is energized on March 10
as Mars starts to roar. Accolades come from every corner of the
room. The March 15 New Moon tangles with Uranus in your sign and
you could shock an authority figure with your ideas and performance.
The Sun joins Uranus on March 16 and you enjoy another day of
admiration. The March 29 Full Moon in your house of funds from
others could indicate much-needed money coming in.
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