Birthday Present Would be

VOA News - Dalai Lama Says His Best Birthday Present Would be for People to Practice Compassion Text Only Search )" name="submit" V OICE OF A MERICA VOA Home Tibetan Home Regions/Topics Subscribe to E-mail Select Language About VOA Internet Audio Regional News Tibet News Asia Europe Middle East Africa U.S.A. Americas Radio Programs Newscasters Frequencies RFA Tibetan Contact VOA Dalai Lama Says His Best Birthday Present Would be for People to Practice Compassion Exclusive Interview with VOA Tibetan Service 08-07-2005 Exclusive Interview with VOA Listen to Exclusive Interview with VOA Watch the Exclusive Interview with VOA Tibetan Service As thousands of people are getting ready to celebrate your 70 th birthday in many different ways, do you have any idea about what you would like for your birthday presents? Because of their unwavering faith and trust in me, people are gathering at different places to celebrate my birthday, and for that I feel thanks and appreciation. I am just a simple Buddhist monk, and so I really don’t take that much interest in celebrating birthdays. Whenever I begin a new day, I always pray that the day will be a meaningful and beneficial one—that is, in helping and serving others. I feel that this thought is more important than celebrating a birthday. However, since people are celebrating my birthday with joy and happiness and with faith in me, I would like to offer them a few words. I am now seventy years old. During this lifetime, since I was fifteen or sixteen years old, I have taken on the responsibility of Tibet’s temporal and spiritual affairs. It was a responsibility that was too difficult to shoulder, but because of my karmic relations with Tibet, I took the responsibility and have served the country to the best of my ability. In the past 46 years, I have had to live as a refugee—most of my life has been spent as a refugee. During this time, the most difficult and saddest thing has been hearing endless stories about the sufferings of our Tibetan people inside Tibet: so and so died, a father died, relatives died, imprisonment, death by hunger and so on—endless stories of suffering and torture. Despite these difficulties, there are two reasons for not losing hope or being discouraged: First is that the people of Tibet have an unwavering faith and trust in me, and secondly, the teachings of the Lord Buddha help me to maintain my mental balance. I never become hopeless or desperate. I always have this thought: whatever I do, I do it for the benefit of others. As Shantideva says in the Guide to the Bodhisattva’s Way of Life: “And now as long as space endures, As long as there are beings to be found, May I continue likewise to remain, In order to drive away the sorrows of the world.” So when I think these thoughts, they give me courage and determination to face these problems. Because of these, I am not a desperate person, but a happy one. I now share my thoughts with my friends—both male and female. Every human being desires happiness and desires not to suffer. From my experience, I can say that to have a meaningful and happy life, inner development is more important than life’s external factors. The way one thinks is more important than the accumulation of wealth and external environment. It really makes a big difference. You have to bear this in mind. To have a compassionate and altruistic mind is the basis for happiness in this life and also the beginning of happiness for your next life. So the best present my friends could give me for my birthday is to be good, compassionate and altruistic people. So if people are celebrating my birthday with joy and happiness, I would like to say thank you. E-mail this article Print Version Top Story Dalai Lama Says He Expresses his Desire to Go on a Pilgrimage to China More from VOA Chinese Border Police Arrest Tibetan Refugees Time is Running Out for Tibetans to Solve the Tibet-China Problems: Tibetans Should be Proud of their Rich Culture: Dalai Lama Tibetan Chief Minister Says It will take two or three Years to begin Resettling Tibetans from Nepal in the US Rights Group Calls For Release of Tibetan Monk Dalai lama Meets with Press in Tucson Dalai Lama Blesses a Prayer Wheel Dalai Lama Meets with Tibetans Dalai Lama Meets with Children of Idaho Dalai Lama Says His Best Birthday Present Would be for People to Practice Compassion FAQs | Terms of Use & Privacy Notice | Broadcasting Board of Governors | Site Map | Archive | Link To Us | Contact Us

Baby Gift Boxes by

Baby Gift Boxes from Faye - Gifts boxes / hampers for new babies and the new mum Presents for new babies. Affordable gift boxes / baskets with items practical and pampering. Ideal for baby showers. Welcome to Baby Gift Boxes by Faye We believe that after 9 months of growing and the dramatic entry into the big wide world, a new baby deserves to be pampered. What could be better than a baby gift box delivered to the door and full of those essential items for the baby that make life comfortable, clean and pleasant? We have two baby gift boxes that you can buy - an essentials baby gift box and aluxury baby gift box. Either is a perfect present for that first visit to the hospital, the long awaited first meeting of the new baby. Our baby gift boxes also make the ideal baby shower present. All our gift boxes are put together by hand and can be delivered direct to the new mum and baby or to you so you can take it with you when you next visit. Our baby gift boxes come with a hand made gift tag that you can add a special message to (or we can add a message from you for direct delivery) or you can upgrade your tag to a handmade card. "This is a lovely and useful idea..." The Good Web Guide Gifts to choose from: Baby gift boxes We have two boxes of presents for the baby to choose from: The 'baby essentials gift box' which contains those little necessities for the baby, from baby powder, to shampoo, to bibs and baby lotion. The 'luxury baby essentials gift box' which contains all the essentials plus luxury present for baby such as baby bootees and a brush and comb set. New mum gift boxes We also have two boxes of presents for the new mum to choose from: 'New mum gift box' which contains pampering gifts for the new mum such as candles, chocolates and aromatherapy products. 'New mum luxury gift box' which contains all the essentials plus luxury presents such as a mini bottle of wine, an oil burner and candle sand. Gift boxes for both We also sell a combination gift box that includes presents for both mum and baby. -- Add-Ons We have upgrade and add-on options to make the gift box a little extra special. How about a freshly caught fairy to look after the baby or upgrade your tag to a beautiful handmade card by Amy Bashford. Home Baby Boxes New Mum Boxes Mixed Gift Box -- Extra gifts to include Terms & Conditions About Us & Contact Baby Gift Boxes by Faye is listed on the following directories: © Baby Gift Boxes by Faye Site by theaardvark of aardvark.dj

Creative gifts for golf

Creative gifts for golf enthusiasts: make a golf shadow box You are here: PageWise Home » Sports and Outdoor Products » Creative gifts for golf enthusiasts: make a golf shadow box Creative gifts for golf enthusiasts: make a golf shadow box Whether to commemorate a trip or just the weekend pastime, a shadowbox is a wonderful gift. A guide to making personalized boxes. A themed shadowbox is a wonderful gift for a golf enthusiast and is easy to make. Also, a golf shadowbox lends itself to personalization, guaranteeing a thoughtful gift. Personalization is easy because of the many variants involved in making a shadowbox. In addition to the objects displayed, the box itself, the background, and the position of the trinkets can all be customized to add significance to the gift. For example, if the recipient loves a certain vintage of wine, try using the wooden wine case as the frame. Or, a simple frame from a craft store can be macraméd with clippings from golf magazines or newspaper headlines from golf tournaments. Even an unadorned frame can be chosen to match the recipient's office or study. The background of the shadowbox is also a place to personalize the gift. Scorecards can make a wonderful background - choose the recipient's favorite local golf course or maybe even order a scorecard from Pebble Beach or another famous course. A picture of a favorite golfer, a snapshot from a memorable member-guest tournament, or a postcard from a golf resort can also be background images. If the shadowbox has more of a whimsical feel, faux grass could be a humorous backdrop for a light-hearted golfer. When choosing a background, remember that the objects in the box will significantly cover it, so do not be too disappointed when it is not the centerpiece of the gift. The most important part of creating the shadowbox is selecting the trinkets to include. Again, it is easy to personalize even the most standard golf tokens. A golf ball can be the recipient's favorite brand (most golfers are very loyal to a particular ball), and many golfers add some sort of personal mark to their balls. For example, women may use a dab of nail polish, die-hards may use their golf-ball-initializing gadget, or some may choose to use only a certain color ball. No matter what the variation, the recipient certainly has golf ball preferences that can be included. If the shadowbox is meant to memorialize a golf trip, using that golf club's paraphernalia is another easy way to make the gift special. For instance, golf balls, ball markers, divot-repairers, and many other small items are labeled by golf clubs. Any of these trinkets can signify the trip. If the shadowbox has a more open design (versus smaller compartments), larger items like a golf glove can fit in the frame. Mementos like a golf glove or even the grip portion of an old club can be particularly poignant if the shadowbox is created as a tribute to a parent who golfed. Other ideas for golf trinkets include tees, a spike from a golf cleat, and any sort of item that symbolizes a hole-in-one day (a piece of the shirt worn, the ball itself, etc). Most golfers enjoy the people they meet through golf as much as the sport itself, so tokens that represent golf friends would also be a nice touch: a cigar for the man that always smokes at the 19th hole with his buddies or a playing card for the woman who also plays bridge with her ladies nine-hole group. Lastly, evaluate the significant items chosen to be in the shadow box and decide the best method to display them. If small trinkets dominate the group, consider using the pigeonhole style layout of many small compartments with tokens resting on the shelves. If, however, larger items like golf gloves or a golf club head are in the mix, look towards the open layout where items are pinned or attached to the back of the box. While generic golf gifts abound in malls and catalogs, a golf shadowbox is a tribute to the golf enthusiast. Whether it is to commemorate a trip or just the weekend pastime, a shadowbox is a wonderful gift. Written by Ursula Gross ( See other articles by Ursula Gross. ) « Golf decor: golf themed wall decorations for the bedroom Print This Golf decor: creating a golf themed kids room » © 2005 by PageWise, Inc. DISCLAIMER: PLEASE READ - By printing, downloading, or using you agree to our full terms. Review the full terms off our home page.

Wedding Gift Quilt Quilting

Gallery Quilt: High Heeled Wedding Gift Quilt You are here: About > Home & Garden > Quilting Home & Garden Quilting Essentials Learning Techniques Projects Easy Projects for Beginners Free Patterns on This Site Quilt Ideas & Resources Here Quilt Shop Reviews Articles & Resources Free Patterns-Projects Fabrics-Materials Applique Quilt Equipment Beginners Community & Personalities Graphics Clip Art Techniques & Tips History-Collecting-Care Quilt Miscellany Computers Software Galleries of Quilts Books Media Reviews Foundation Piecing Buyer's Guide Before You Buy Top Picks Children's Quilting Books Quilter Gifts Under $30 Quilting Calendars Product Reviews Articles Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Quilting newsletter! See Online Courses Search Quilting Gallery Quilt: High Heeled Wedding Gift Quilt Quilting Blog « Quick Easy Quilts for Katrina Victims | Main | Square in a Square quilt block - 2 easy sewing methods » From Susan C. Druding , Your Guide to Quilting . FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! August 29, 2005 Gallery Quilt: High Heeled Wedding Gift Quilt Gallery: Sharry's High Heel Quilt and free pattern Here are photos of a quilt and details of blocks made from the applique pattern for High Heeled Shoe with Bow pattern. Sharry used great little detail embellishments and an interesting crazy quilt style background for her gift quilt. There is a link to the original free applique pattern, too. - Thanks to Sharry for sending these photos to share! I confess to getting a thrill seeing my patterns being used. ~ Susan Email to a Friend Display Latest Headlines | | | Read Archives powered by Movable Type Advertisement Most Popular Quilt Greeting Card - easy small gift Free Easy Log Cabin Quilt Block Pattern: log cabin in severa... easy baby quilt or lap quilt project - a free quilting patte... Useful basic quilt block - easy and fast to make for quick q... Quick quilts for Katrina Refugees What's Hot Why you should press your quilt seams open by Mabry Benson Sewing a Quarter Inch Seam How To Make a Quilt Greeting Card How To Make Fast and Easy Baby Quilt Half Log Cabin quilt blocks in 2 styles - free quilt pattern... Related Topics Sewing Knitting Antiques Women's History Arts / Crafts Business Topic Index | Email to a Friend Our Story | Be a Guide | Advertising Info | Work at About | Site Map | Icons | Help User Agreement | Ethics Policy | Patent Info. | Privacy Policy | Kids' Privacy Policy ©2005 About, Inc., A part of the New York Times Company . All rights reserved. Around About Poll: What would you do with $10 million? 1) Spend it 4) Pay bills 2) Donate 5) Save 3) Invest 6) Not sure Is New York City Safe? Tips for Women Travelling What's Hot Why you should press your quilt seams open by Mabry Benson Sewing a Quarter Inch Seam How To Make a Quilt Greeting Card How To Make Fast and Easy Baby Quilt Half Log Cabin quilt blocks in 2 styles - free quilt pattern... Headlines An Applique Halloween wall hanging - with ghost, cat, pumpkin and bat free holloween quilt block patterns to piece and applique Sewing a Quarter Inch Seam Sewing a Quarter Inch Seam Sewing an exact quarter inch... Quick-Easy Quilts for Katrina Evacuees Quick quilts for Katrina Evacuees These will make up quickly!... QUILTERS COMFORT AMERICA QUILTERS COMFORT AMERICA A Cooperative Project To Comfort Victims of...