Sunday, April 08, 2007

Mr beans Holidy


Mr. Bean wins a trip to Cannes where he unwittingly separates a young boy from his father and must help the two come back together. On the way he discovers France, bicycling, and true love, among other things.
Many thanks to 3G who has reserved a ticket for me and arranged in the gold class cinemas on my birthday.

Happy Birthday


Many thanks to my dear sister and friends Sepideh, Maryam, Shiva And Sheeja for wishing me.

Thursday, March 22, 2007

Haft Sin

Haft Sîn or the seven 'S's is a major tradition of Norouz. The haft sin table includes seven items specific starting with the letter S or Sîn (س) in Persian alphabet). The items symbolically correspond to seven creations and holy immortals protecting them. The Haft Sin has evolved over time, but has kept its symbolism. Traditionally, families attempt to set as beautiful a Haft Sîn table as they can, as it is not only of traditional and spiritual value, but also noticed by visitors during Norouzi visitations and is a reflection of their good taste.
The Haft Sin items are:
sabzeh -Wheat or Lentil sprouts growing in a dish - symbolizing rebirth
samanu - a sweet pudding made from Wheat germ - symbolizing affluence
senjed - the dried fruit of the oleaster tree - symbolizing love
sîr -Garlic - symbolizing medicine
sîb - Apples - symbolizing beauty and health
somaq - Sumac berries - symbolizing (the color of) sunrise
serkeh -Vinegar - symbolizing age and patience
While traditionally incorrect, sometimes a missing Sin is exchanged with another item starting with an S. For example:
sonbol - the fragrant Hyacinth flower (the coming of spring)
sekkeh -Coins (prosperity and wealth)
Other items on the table may include:
traditional Iranian pastries such as baghlava, toot, naan-nokhodchi
dried nuts, berries and raisins (Aajeel)
lit Candles (enlightenment and happiness)
a Mirror
Decorated eggs, sometimes one for each member of the family (fertility)
a bowl with Goldfish (life, and the sign of Pisces which the sun is leaving)
a holy book (e.g., the Quran) and/or a poetry book (almost always either the Shahnama or the Divan of Hafez)

Wednesday, March 21, 2007

Tuesday, March 06, 2007

After Tremors in Singapore




Singaporeans experienced two rounds of tremors in the space of two hours Today and many office buildings were evacuated.

London

Monday, February 26, 2007

London

Buckingham palace(London)

London Street

London 's famous Black Taxi Cabs are recognised all over the world. The first motorised Cabs came on to the streets at the turn of the century and in 1907 meters were introduced to measure charges.

Buckingham palace(London)


The Big Ben

Big Ben's tower houses is one of the most accurate mechanical clocks in public use.
One of Britain's most familiar landmarks, the clock-tower above the palace of westminster, home of the Houses of Parliament, is universally incorrectly known as Big ben.

The name Big Ben actually refersto the 13,760 kg bell hung within the clock - tower, named after the first Commissioner of Public Works, Sir Benjamin Hall.

The bell has had a remarkable history and it came originally from the old palace of Westminster. It was given to the Dean of St.Paul's Cathedral, another outstanding London landmark, by king WilliamIII.

Monday, February 19, 2007

Chinese New Year

The god of luck

VALENTINE'S EVE. @ SHIRAZ




CINE CAFE


Cine Cafe inside cinema hall in ORCHARD

VALENTINE'S DAY



Friday, February 09, 2007

CHINESE PERFORMANCE

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Sunday, January 14, 2007

Gotheborg Ship

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This Swedish Ship was in Singapore for a few days. They anchored near Vivo City Mall.

Sentosa Cable Car, View from Vivo City

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VIVO City

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The Fountain shown above are loved by the kids here

Monday, January 01, 2007

Samba dance

Brazilian dance at Clarke Quay , Singapore

Brazilian performance at clarke quay





Clarke Quay





My Friend Fujiko with her new bike