Wordless Wednesday - Little Mermaid of Copenhagen

The famous Little Mermaid of Copenhagen inspired by the Hans Christian Andersen fairytale is one of Denmark's biggest tourist attractions. Almost everyone who comes to Copenhagen visits the icon. The statue of The Little Mermaid (Den lille havfrue in Danish) which is relatively small in size, sits gracefully on a rock in the Copenhagen harbour at Langelinie. Unfortunately, this charming statue has been vandalized on several occasions but has each time been restored.

Incase if you are travelling to Copenhagen in 2010, please do take note : The Little Mermaid statue will leave the Danish shores for the duration of the Shanghai World Expo 2010 (from May to October).


Many tourists will climb over the rocks to pose beside her for a photograph.

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First Commenter - Sandy Carlson

Ruby Tuesday - Kokeshi Dolls

Kokeshi are wooden Japanese Dolls, one of the most popular traditional folk-crafts in Japan

On a recent trip to Japan, my brother in law bought us some cool Kokeshi dolls. These dolls are handmade from wood, generally cylindrical in shape and limbless. They are completely unique and simply adorable, so I feel happy with whatever I get. It's quite the norm for people to pick up souvenirs and mementos or local delicacies of their vacation. Infact, I love collecting unique souvenirs from different countries. Regardless big or small the gift, it is always the thought that counts. It is pretty interesting to see different items with intriguing cultural backgrounds too.

We have been fortunate to do an extensive bit of travel in the past years, both for business and leisure and have gotten a charming collection of those little souvenirs of where we have been. Most of the trips were overseas to very spectacular places. Whenever I get to those cities and places of attractions, I make it a point to get unique souvenirs to add to my own collections as well as for friends and relatives, with affordable bargains of course. More often, I'm always on the look out for something original that would bring back wonderful memories of my travels.

How about you? Do you like buying souvenirs and gifts from places you travel to?

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First Commenter - Foong

Photo Hunt - Hands

People hold hands for symbolic reasons such as a gesture of friendship, showing affection, protection and comfort, the lovey dovey things that all new lovers do like casually holding hands and many more instances.

When hubby and I were holding hands, I was comparing our hands together. I felt kind of awkward and embarrassed that his hands were more beautiful and smoother than mine.

When couples hold hands, they can feel the spirit of their love and bond intact within them, sharing in the magical moments of life.

a steady pair of hands forming a heart shape

Is there anything sweeter than a baby’s small little hands? They are the softest, smoothest, cutest, most beautiful thing to feel and all so perfectly formed by God. They are truly something to treasure.

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Jessica Cox, an inpiration

I came across this inspirational article, on Jessica Cox a few days ago. The motivational speaker was invited to Kuala Lumpur recently to deliver her speech, sharing about her memoirs of growing up and the various obstacles she has encountered along the way. What truly inspired me was Jessica, born without arms, was able to accomplish many tasks and goals in her life. Despite her handicap, this lady has proven that anything is possible if you have the courage to pursue your dreams. Having said that, I truly admire her courage, determination, work and strength of character to live her life with passion. It seems that she managed to lead a normal life in spite of her disabilities, how cool.

Can you imagine people fly a plane without arms? Check out this inspirational video on how Jessica Cox literally pilots a plane.

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Wordless Wednesday - The Grand Place, Brussels

Brussels is world famous for its magnificent Grand Place, the central market square which is a welcoming destination for tourists from all over the world. It is surrounded by the Town Hall, guild houses, and the Bread House, with some cafes and restaurants at almost every end. I was overall very impressed by the remarkable architecture, priceless art works lining the town square. Unfortunately I wasn't there when the spectacular flower carpet laid down the square, but it was marvelous nonetheless. The people are friendly and almost all the shops speak English. It has been a very memorable adventure that we will never forget.





A visit to Brussels is incomplete without experiencing the world famous Belgian chocolate.





some ancient buildings are located just a few blocks away from the Grand Place

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First Commenter-Mei Teng