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วันศุกร์ที่ 12 กันยายน พ.ศ. 2557
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17th ASIAN GAMES INCHEON 2014
【►】Official Name: 17th ASIAN GAMES INCHEON 2014
▧ Duration: September 19, 2014 - October 4, 2014 (16 days)
▧ Venues: In and around Incheon Metropolitan City
▧ Participants: About 13,000 athletes and officials and about 7,000 media from the 45 OCA member states
▧ Staff: Approx. 30,000
▧ Host: The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA)
▧ Organizer: The 2014 Incheon Asian Games Organizing Committee (IAGOC)
▧ No. of Sports: 36
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ASIAN GAMES INCHEON 2014 36 Sports
Aquatics, Archery, Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Boxing, Canoe & Kayak, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Hockey, Judo, Modern Pentathlon, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling, Baseball, Bowling, Cricket, Kabaddi, Karate, Sepaktakraw, Squash, Wushu
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【►】 Objective
【►】 Slogan
【►】 Emblem
The emblem design takes the shape of the letter 'A' (for Asia) to project the image of Asians holding each other's hand and soaring together with their wings spread wide. The concept of soaring together towards a bright sun, a symbol of the OCA and Asiad, implies the OCA motto of “Ever Onward” for a bright future.
The colours of the emblem, blue and green, each symbolise the international marine city of Incheon and a bright future and hope for Asia.
Incheon 2014 organisers are now ready to unveil the mascots and emblem and promote the Incheon Asian Games on the international stage, beginning at the 16th Asian Games set to open in Guangzhou, China, on November 12.
【►】 Mascot
The mascot design has been inspired by the fact that the harbour seals inhabit the waters of Incheon's Baengnyeong Island, which is in the northernmost location of the Republic of Korea, while travelling freely between the two Koreas.
"The mascots represent the idea of the harbour seals playing a role in promoting peace in Asia by contributing to easing the tension on the Korean peninsula and overcoming ideological and religious barriers in some troubled parts of the world," said Dr Lee Yun-taek, President of the IAGOC.
The characters have been named Vichuon, Barame and Chumuro after the Games Main Stadium design motifs of light, wind and dance.
Credit: www.incheon2014ag.org/
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English Cartoons: Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom
Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom
Join the adventures of Holly, a young fairy princess, and her best friend, Ben the elf, in a funny and enchanting world where elves and fairies live alongside animals and insects, and flowers and grass rise above the tallest towers.
Princess Holly
Nanny Plum is Holly, Daisy and Poppy's fairy maid and teacher. Being a grown-up fairy, Nanny is very good at flying and magic. But sometimes even Nanny Plum's spells don’t work out quite as she expected.
Join the adventures of Holly, a young fairy princess, and her best friend, Ben the elf, in a funny and enchanting world where elves and fairies live alongside animals and insects, and flowers and grass rise above the tallest towers.Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom: Holly's Magic Wand
Princess Holly
Holly is a young fairy princess who is still learning how to do magic properly, so her spells often don't work out quite right. Holly lives with her daddy, mummy and little twin sisters in the Little Castle, which stands right in the centre of the Little Kingdom.
Ele Ben
Ben is a young elf and is Holly's very best friend. He has a happy-go-lucky nature and only gets a bit fed up if Holly uses her fairy magic to give herself an advantage when they are playing games. Ben lives with his family and all the other elves in the Great Elf Tree.
Nanny Plum
Nanny Plum is Holly, Daisy and Poppy's fairy maid and teacher. Being a grown-up fairy, Nanny is very good at flying and magic. But sometimes even Nanny Plum's spells don’t work out quite as she expected.
Gaston the Ladybird
Gaston the Ladybird is an extra special friend of Ben and Holly's. He is very much like a dog – he barks, pants when happy and loves fetching little sticks. Being a ladybird, he has wings just like Holly's so he often gives Ben a lift on his back. Gaston loves eating very smelly food and he lives in an extremely untidy cave.
Credit: www.multimedia-english.com , www.nickjr.co.uk , YOUTUBE
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What you need to know about the new Apple Watch
What you need to know about the new Apple Watch
Apple unveiled its first smartwatch on Tuesday. The move was hotly anticipated, as Apple enters a competitive and rapidly expanding market. The new watches will be available starting in early 2015, starting at $349. Here's everything else you need to know about the new Apple Watch.
1) It's sleek
There's a reason Apple invited fashion bloggers to the event today. The Apple Watch is clearly more than just a wrist computer that does nifty high-tech things; it's meant to be pretty. CEO Tim Cook told the audience Tuesday that Apple thought hard about the watch's look, not just its capabilities. A video of the Apple Watch showed a variety of shots that could have come from a fashion magazine.
It was clearly also made to look like a watch, with a knob on the side and a small face — a departure from some of its bulkier competitors.
But it's not just about how the hardware looks; it's about the software. Apple created an interface that allows you to use the watch without having to try to manipulate a touchscreen with your (comparatively huge) fingers. As Tim Cook said at the event, "pinch-to-zoom" wouldn't make much sense on a screen that's so small. The crown on the side looks like it was meant to wind a watch's gears, but it instead is used to navigate: to zoom, for example, and scroll up and down. However, it is still a touchscreen, allowing you to swipe or scroll with your fingers.
2) There are lots of choices
The Apple Watch comes in three editions: the regular Watch, Watch Edition (made from 18k gold), and Watch Sport (made to be "light and durable"). It also has two face sizes — 1.5 and 1.65 inches, according to the Verge. Though not explicitly announced as a men's and women's watch, those sizes in that way also mimic the non-smart watches many people are used to.
In addition, the range of strap choices allow the watch to vary in its look, from sporty to dressy. And a variety of watch faces will also make the watch infinitely customizable.
3) You need an iPhone to use it.
As is standard with smartwatches, the Apple Watch doesn't do much without a smartphone. And this being Apple, the Apple Watch will only work with the iPhone. At the very least, you might not need a new iPhone to use it; it will work with iPhone 6 but also iPhone 5 models.
4) New ways to communicate
Have you ever wanted to send your heartbeat to someone? No? Well, you can now — you can share your heartbeat as tracked on the Apple Watch to another watch-wearer.
But that's not all. The new "digital touch" system allows you to draw small pictures to send to friends; during the presentation, Apple's Kevin Lynch sent a drawing of a fish to a friend to ask him if he wanted to get sushi for lunch. It also has walkie-talkie capabilities, allowing a person to communicate with another watch-wearer. The watch also includes its own system of animated emojis.
5) It wants to make you healthier
Apple is billing its watch as a "comprehensive health and fitness device." Not only will it count your steps and track your heartbeat; it counts your calories burned, how much activity you've done all day, even whether you've stood up recently. The watch is also designed to "learn" about the wearer, suggesting fitness goals. All of this works in concert with the fitness app on the iPhone to allow you to keep track of your longer-term fitness progress.
6) You can pay with it
All of the Apple Pay functionality that Apple unveiled on Tuesday will be available on the Apple Watch. So instead of tapping your phone to pay for your groceries, you could also just tap your wrist.
7) It will run outside apps
In addition to giving you text notifications and updating your fitness achievements on your iPhone, the Watch will also perform other functions, thanks to Apple collaborations with other companies. It will show Facebook updates and baseball scores, as well as where you left your car (assuming that car is a BMW). Starwood Hotels has also worked with Apple to create an app that will allow the watch to unlock a hotel room door.
8) We know how it will charge (but not how long it will stay charged)
One of the features Apple touted on Tuesday is the watch's inductive charging system. Users will be able to charge an Apple Watch by connecting a cord magnetically to the back of the watch body.
But notably absent was any mention of how often you'll have to juice up your watch. Battery life has been a big issue among the smartwatches on the market. According to the Verge, the charges among the smartwatches on the market have ranged from a few hours to a week long. However, the longer-lasting ones have been more rudimentary than the Apple Watch: black-and-white displays that aren't touchscreens, for example.
A glance at the newest competitors shows what the Apple Watch will be up against when it comes out in early 2015. Sony's latest offering, the SmartWatch 3, can last two days on one charge, according to the Guardian. Meanwhile, Motorola's Moto 360, was lambasted upon its release for its disappointingly short battery life. Gizmodo found that it lasts "24 hours plus."
9) Users will learn a new language of watch vibrations
Consider it the Apple Watch's own system of Morse Code. The watch will do turn-by-turn directions, but instead of making you listen to Siri's voice or stare at your watch screen to know where to go, it will simply tell you by feel. One type of vibration will let you know it's time to turn left. Another will tell you it's time to turn right.
10) You can talk to it
The watch will work with Siri, the voice-controlled program already available on some iPhones. Pushing the crown will activate Siri, allowing a user to ask about the weather or find nearby businesses.
11) It tells time
In addition to all of the other high-tech functions, the watch's timekeeping is advanced in its own right. Cook bragged to his audience on Tuesday that the timepiece will be accurate within 50 milliseconds
1) It's sleek
There's a reason Apple invited fashion bloggers to the event today. The Apple Watch is clearly more than just a wrist computer that does nifty high-tech things; it's meant to be pretty. CEO Tim Cook told the audience Tuesday that Apple thought hard about the watch's look, not just its capabilities. A video of the Apple Watch showed a variety of shots that could have come from a fashion magazine.
It was clearly also made to look like a watch, with a knob on the side and a small face — a departure from some of its bulkier competitors.
But it's not just about how the hardware looks; it's about the software. Apple created an interface that allows you to use the watch without having to try to manipulate a touchscreen with your (comparatively huge) fingers. As Tim Cook said at the event, "pinch-to-zoom" wouldn't make much sense on a screen that's so small. The crown on the side looks like it was meant to wind a watch's gears, but it instead is used to navigate: to zoom, for example, and scroll up and down. However, it is still a touchscreen, allowing you to swipe or scroll with your fingers.
2) There are lots of choices
The Apple Watch comes in three editions: the regular Watch, Watch Edition (made from 18k gold), and Watch Sport (made to be "light and durable"). It also has two face sizes — 1.5 and 1.65 inches, according to the Verge. Though not explicitly announced as a men's and women's watch, those sizes in that way also mimic the non-smart watches many people are used to.
In addition, the range of strap choices allow the watch to vary in its look, from sporty to dressy. And a variety of watch faces will also make the watch infinitely customizable.
3) You need an iPhone to use it.
As is standard with smartwatches, the Apple Watch doesn't do much without a smartphone. And this being Apple, the Apple Watch will only work with the iPhone. At the very least, you might not need a new iPhone to use it; it will work with iPhone 6 but also iPhone 5 models.
4) New ways to communicate
Have you ever wanted to send your heartbeat to someone? No? Well, you can now — you can share your heartbeat as tracked on the Apple Watch to another watch-wearer.
But that's not all. The new "digital touch" system allows you to draw small pictures to send to friends; during the presentation, Apple's Kevin Lynch sent a drawing of a fish to a friend to ask him if he wanted to get sushi for lunch. It also has walkie-talkie capabilities, allowing a person to communicate with another watch-wearer. The watch also includes its own system of animated emojis.
5) It wants to make you healthier
Apple is billing its watch as a "comprehensive health and fitness device." Not only will it count your steps and track your heartbeat; it counts your calories burned, how much activity you've done all day, even whether you've stood up recently. The watch is also designed to "learn" about the wearer, suggesting fitness goals. All of this works in concert with the fitness app on the iPhone to allow you to keep track of your longer-term fitness progress.
6) You can pay with it
All of the Apple Pay functionality that Apple unveiled on Tuesday will be available on the Apple Watch. So instead of tapping your phone to pay for your groceries, you could also just tap your wrist.
7) It will run outside apps
In addition to giving you text notifications and updating your fitness achievements on your iPhone, the Watch will also perform other functions, thanks to Apple collaborations with other companies. It will show Facebook updates and baseball scores, as well as where you left your car (assuming that car is a BMW). Starwood Hotels has also worked with Apple to create an app that will allow the watch to unlock a hotel room door.
8) We know how it will charge (but not how long it will stay charged)
One of the features Apple touted on Tuesday is the watch's inductive charging system. Users will be able to charge an Apple Watch by connecting a cord magnetically to the back of the watch body.
But notably absent was any mention of how often you'll have to juice up your watch. Battery life has been a big issue among the smartwatches on the market. According to the Verge, the charges among the smartwatches on the market have ranged from a few hours to a week long. However, the longer-lasting ones have been more rudimentary than the Apple Watch: black-and-white displays that aren't touchscreens, for example.
A glance at the newest competitors shows what the Apple Watch will be up against when it comes out in early 2015. Sony's latest offering, the SmartWatch 3, can last two days on one charge, according to the Guardian. Meanwhile, Motorola's Moto 360, was lambasted upon its release for its disappointingly short battery life. Gizmodo found that it lasts "24 hours plus."
9) Users will learn a new language of watch vibrations
Consider it the Apple Watch's own system of Morse Code. The watch will do turn-by-turn directions, but instead of making you listen to Siri's voice or stare at your watch screen to know where to go, it will simply tell you by feel. One type of vibration will let you know it's time to turn left. Another will tell you it's time to turn right.
10) You can talk to it
The watch will work with Siri, the voice-controlled program already available on some iPhones. Pushing the crown will activate Siri, allowing a user to ask about the weather or find nearby businesses.
11) It tells time
In addition to all of the other high-tech functions, the watch's timekeeping is advanced in its own right. Cook bragged to his audience on Tuesday that the timepiece will be accurate within 50 milliseconds
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A Core Workout for Flat Abs in 4 Simple Moves
Flat abs in four weeks
From Health magazine
Whittle your waist with this 20-minute routine based on Kira Stokes’s super-hot Core Cuts class at the Reebok Sports Club/NY. These standing ab moves require lots of balance and stability, giving your core muscles an extra challenge.
Do this workout 3 times a week (plus 40 minutes of intense cardio 4 times a week)—and you can lose 2 inches off your midsection in just four weeks. Do all the moves once, then repeat the entire circuit 2 more times.
Standing oblique crunch
A. Stand with feet slightly wider than hip-width apart, with your weight on your right leg and a 3- to 5-pound dumbbell in your left hand. Stretch your left hand up and overhead to the right so you feel a stretch in your left side waist (aka your oblique).
B. Crunch your torso to the left, bringing your left knee up and left elbow down toward each other as if trying to crack a nut between your ribs. Return to previous position. Do 12–15 reps, then switch sides and repeat.
Trainer tip: For maximum core challenge, tap the ball of your foot on the floor after each rep instead of putting your whole foot down.
Upside-down pendulum
A. Stand with feet wider than hip-width apart and knees slightly bent. Hold a 3- to 5-pound dumbbell between both hands, and extend your arms toward the ceiling.
B. With head between arms, bend to the left as far as possible, keeping hips and shoulders square. At the last moment, rotate toward floor, then rotate back to forward-facing position and return to arms overhead. Repeat on other side, moving smoothly (like a pendulum). Do 10 reps per side.
Warrior III balance crunch
A. Stand with feet together, holding a 3- to 5-pound dumbbell with both hands. Extend arms and slowly tilt forward at the waist, lifting left leg so it and your upper body are parallel to the floor and your arms are by your ears.
B. Bend elbows to bring the weight in toward your chest. At the same time, bring left knee in toward your chest so elbows and knee meet at the midline. Return to previous position. Do 12–15 reps, then switch sides and repeat.
Squat sweep
A. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a 3- to 5-pound dumbbell between both hands. With your shoulders and hips square and knees pointing forward, lower into a squat and bring the weight down by your right hip.
B. Push from your heels up and out of squat position, sweeping the weight diagonally across your body until it’s above your left shoulder. Do 15 reps; switch sides and repeat.
Trainer tip: Need help maintaining proper form? Hold a yoga block or ball between your legs.
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วันอังคารที่ 9 กันยายน พ.ศ. 2557
10 Things You do Every Day that are Killing You Slowly
10 Things You do Every Day that are Killing You Slowly
#1 Drying Hair
It can be wrong with blow drying my hair though. Heat causes the hydrogen bonds in your hair to deteriorate which makes your hair susceptible to falling out.
#2 Using Computer
Using a computer can be damaging to your health. The screen brightness can cause eye strain and headaches. Some computers also contain toxins that cause neurological damage as well.
#3 Biting Pencils
Biting a pencil is not safe. Biting pencils and pens can damage your teeth or shift the positioning of them.
#4 Without Sunscreen
Go out without putting on sunscreen, it will damage your screen. Wow. Not only does sunblock protect you from harmful UV rays that cause skin damage, it helps your skin looking young.
#5 Showering Everyday
Showering every day with hot water and a scrubbing apparatus wears away your skin’s lipids which help keep your skin’s moisture.
#6 Jogging Increasing
Jogging increases your risk of arthritis, especially in your knees where most of the damage is felt.
#7 Eating Lemons
Eat lemons couldn’t be more wrong. The acidity in lemons actually erodes your teeth’s enamel, which is essential to a healthy mouth.
#8 Popcorn Damage Teeth
Popcorn can get stuck in your teeth and cause infections. Also, biting down on a kernel can crack your teeth if you susceptible to that kind of damage.
#9 Sitting in Office
Your risk of heart disease increases 64% if you sit at your desk for 6+ hours a day.
#10 Wearing Socks in Bed
Wearing socks in bed prevents the gaseous exchange of your body’s cells which not only damages your skin cells, but your brain cells as well.
#1 Drying Hair
It can be wrong with blow drying my hair though. Heat causes the hydrogen bonds in your hair to deteriorate which makes your hair susceptible to falling out.
#2 Using Computer
Using a computer can be damaging to your health. The screen brightness can cause eye strain and headaches. Some computers also contain toxins that cause neurological damage as well.
#3 Biting Pencils
Biting a pencil is not safe. Biting pencils and pens can damage your teeth or shift the positioning of them.
#4 Without Sunscreen
Go out without putting on sunscreen, it will damage your screen. Wow. Not only does sunblock protect you from harmful UV rays that cause skin damage, it helps your skin looking young.
#5 Showering Everyday
Showering every day with hot water and a scrubbing apparatus wears away your skin’s lipids which help keep your skin’s moisture.
#6 Jogging Increasing
Jogging increases your risk of arthritis, especially in your knees where most of the damage is felt.
#7 Eating Lemons
Eat lemons couldn’t be more wrong. The acidity in lemons actually erodes your teeth’s enamel, which is essential to a healthy mouth.
#8 Popcorn Damage Teeth
Popcorn can get stuck in your teeth and cause infections. Also, biting down on a kernel can crack your teeth if you susceptible to that kind of damage.
#9 Sitting in Office
Your risk of heart disease increases 64% if you sit at your desk for 6+ hours a day.
#10 Wearing Socks in Bed
Wearing socks in bed prevents the gaseous exchange of your body’s cells which not only damages your skin cells, but your brain cells as well.
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วันเสาร์ที่ 6 กันยายน พ.ศ. 2557
17 Beautifully Painted Stairs From All Over The World.
17 Beautifully Painted Stairs From All Over The World.
Here’s a beautiful collection of painted steps from around the world. Many of these stair art pieces were the result of community efforts. The rainbow steps in Turkey were first painted by the local government, then nearby communities painted their steps in solidarity. The mosaic steps in San Francisco were painted by more than 300 local people under the guidance of a couple of artists.
#1. 16 Avenue Tiled Steps in San Francisco
#2. Valparaiso, Chile
#3. Philadelphia Museum of Art
#4.Valparaiso, Chile
#5. Seoul, South Korea
#6. Wuppertal, Germany
#7. Sicily, Italy
#8. Rio de Janerio, Brazil
#9. Beirut, Lebanon
#10. Stairs to the musical theater in Seoul, South Korea
#11. Stairs of Peace in Syria
#12. Rio de Janerio
#13. Angers, France
#14. Istanbul, Turkey
#15. Morlaix, France
#16. Tehran, Iran
#17. Beirut, Lebanon
Credit: www.lifebuzz.com/painted-stairs/
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Learn English with Songs – Let it go
Learn English with Songs – Let it go
Hi human!
So, everyone has gone crazy with the film “Frozen” and its soundtrack! Have you seen the film? Do you like it? We think it’s great to finally have movie’s with strong female main characters, so GO DISNEY!
In today’s “Learn English with Songs” post, we will be understanding the song “Let it go” sung by Idina Menzel.
Ready? Excellent.
1. Read the lyrics
2. Understand the vocabulary
3. SING!
❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉
Lyrics
The snow glows white on the mountain tonight
Not a footprint to be seen
A kingdom of isolation,
And it looks like I’m the queen.
The wind is howling like this swirling storm inside
Couldn’t keep it in, heaven knows I tried
Don’t let them in, don’t let them see
Be the good girl you always have to be
Conceal, don’t feel, don’t let them know
Well, now they know
Let it go, let it go
Can’t hold it back anymore
Let it go, let it go
Turn away and slam the door
I don’t care
What they’re going to say
Let the storm rage on,
The cold never bothered me anyway
It’s funny how some distance
Makes everything seem small
And the fears that once controlled me
Can’t get to me at all
It’s time to see what I can do
To test the limits and break through
No right, no wrong, no rules for me
I’m free
Let it go, let it go
I am one with the wind and sky
Let it go, let it go
You’ll never see me cry
Here I stand
And here I’ll stay
Let the storm rage on
My power flurries through the air into the ground
My soul is spiraling in frozen fractals all around
And one thought crystallizes like an icy blast
I’m never going back,
The past is in the past
Let it go, let it go
And I’ll rise like the break of dawn
Let it go, let it go
That perfect girl is gone
Here I stand
In the light of day
Let the storm rage on,
The cold never bothered me anyway
❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉
Vocabulary
Glows - to shine with low light and heat but usually without flame.
Isolation - the state of being in a place or situation that is separate from others : the condition of being isolated.
Howling -producing the long, low sound made by strong wind.
Swirling - to move in circles or to cause (something) to move in circles.
Storm – an occurrence of bad weather in which there is a lot of rain, snow, etc., and often strong winds.
Heaven knows - Used when someone does not feel recognized or appreciated.
Conceal - to hide (something or someone) from sight.
Hold it back - prevent or restrict the advance, progress, or development of someone or something.
Slam - to close (something) in a forceful way that makes a loud noise.
Rage on - to happen or continue in a destructive, violent, or intense way.
Bothered - to cause (someone) to feel troubled, worried, or concerned.
Break through - make or force a way through (a barrier).
Flurries - a brief and light snowfall.
Spiraling - to move in a circle around a central point while getting closer to or farther away from it : to move in a spiral.
Fractals - is a mathematical set that typically displays self-similar patterns.
Icy - covered with ice.
Blast - a mass of air that moves very quickly and forcefully.
Dawn - the time of day when sunlight first begins to appear.
Hi human!
So, everyone has gone crazy with the film “Frozen” and its soundtrack! Have you seen the film? Do you like it? We think it’s great to finally have movie’s with strong female main characters, so GO DISNEY!
In today’s “Learn English with Songs” post, we will be understanding the song “Let it go” sung by Idina Menzel.
Ready? Excellent.
1. Read the lyrics
2. Understand the vocabulary
3. SING!
❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉
Lyrics
The snow glows white on the mountain tonight
Not a footprint to be seen
A kingdom of isolation,
And it looks like I’m the queen.
The wind is howling like this swirling storm inside
Couldn’t keep it in, heaven knows I tried
Don’t let them in, don’t let them see
Be the good girl you always have to be
Conceal, don’t feel, don’t let them know
Well, now they know
Let it go, let it go
Can’t hold it back anymore
Let it go, let it go
Turn away and slam the door
I don’t care
What they’re going to say
Let the storm rage on,
The cold never bothered me anyway
It’s funny how some distance
Makes everything seem small
And the fears that once controlled me
Can’t get to me at all
It’s time to see what I can do
To test the limits and break through
No right, no wrong, no rules for me
I’m free
Let it go, let it go
I am one with the wind and sky
Let it go, let it go
You’ll never see me cry
Here I stand
And here I’ll stay
Let the storm rage on
My power flurries through the air into the ground
My soul is spiraling in frozen fractals all around
And one thought crystallizes like an icy blast
I’m never going back,
The past is in the past
Let it go, let it go
And I’ll rise like the break of dawn
Let it go, let it go
That perfect girl is gone
Here I stand
In the light of day
Let the storm rage on,
The cold never bothered me anyway
❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉❉
Vocabulary
Glows - to shine with low light and heat but usually without flame.
Isolation - the state of being in a place or situation that is separate from others : the condition of being isolated.
Howling -producing the long, low sound made by strong wind.
Swirling - to move in circles or to cause (something) to move in circles.
Storm – an occurrence of bad weather in which there is a lot of rain, snow, etc., and often strong winds.
Heaven knows - Used when someone does not feel recognized or appreciated.
Conceal - to hide (something or someone) from sight.
Hold it back - prevent or restrict the advance, progress, or development of someone or something.
Slam - to close (something) in a forceful way that makes a loud noise.
Rage on - to happen or continue in a destructive, violent, or intense way.
Bothered - to cause (someone) to feel troubled, worried, or concerned.
Break through - make or force a way through (a barrier).
Flurries - a brief and light snowfall.
Spiraling - to move in a circle around a central point while getting closer to or farther away from it : to move in a spiral.
Fractals - is a mathematical set that typically displays self-similar patterns.
Icy - covered with ice.
Blast - a mass of air that moves very quickly and forcefully.
Dawn - the time of day when sunlight first begins to appear.
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The Best of Thailand: Top 10 places to visit
The Best of Thailand: Top 10 places to visit
One of Asia’s most popular tourist destinations, Thailand’s reputation for hedonism attracts thousands of backpackers and its natural beauty also attracts an increasing amount of holiday-makers. Thailand is a mystical country which leaves a lifelong impression on anyone who visits. It offers a rich history, smiling locals, some interesting quirks and of course an unforgettable experience. To help you see the best of the country, here is our choice for top ten places to visit in Thailand…
Bangkok is a restless and chaotic metropolis and an essential part of a trip to Thailand. Although not everyone’s cup of tea, the culture-shock inducing capital has some incredible places of interest that you would be foolish to miss. Highlights include the impossibly bejewelled Grand Palace, Wat Arun (one of the oldest and best known landmarks in Bangkok) and Wat Po which is home to a giant reclining Buddha. Fun-seekers head for the notorious backpacker’s haven the Khao San road, the bazaars and alleyways of Chinatown and the infamous Patpong Night Market (located in the city’s red light district).
The Floating Market (made famous by the James Bond classic “The Man with the Golden Gun”) is located on the Damnoen Saduak Canal in the region of Bangkok. Although now a major tourist attraction, the market is a photogenic place where visitors can get an idea of what trading was like in Thailand before the modernisation of the city. It’s also a lot of fun. Buying something here means hailing down a narrow long boat piled high with produce – quite an experience in itself! The region is also filled with lush vineyards, orchards and thriving local businesses which are great to view by canal boat on your journey there.
The spiritual city of Chiang Mai is a much quieter than Bangkok but still an essential visit if you want to see the best of Thailand. Dotted with temples, craft shops, restaurants and more than a handful of excellent Thai massage and cooking schools, the city has a somehow relaxed and tranquil atmosphere. Many travellers often mention Chiang Mai as their favourite Thai city and once visited it’s easy to see why. It’s located high in the north mountainous region of Thailand which makes it a great base for mountain trekking (organised treks can be arranged very easily here with almost every other shop offering them). Although the treks from Chiang Mai are interesting, they are often a well-worn path and many in-the-know backpackers now head for nearby Pai instead. Pai is a chilled-out small town located near the Myanmar border which has become popular with travellers, artists and musicians. Head there for less touristy treks and more ‘rustic’ visits to hill-tribes.
San Kamphaeng is a district located 36km from the northern city Chiang Mai. The area is home to the popular and reasonably priced hot springs which are set in a tranquil, 40 acre landscaped park. They are famous for their restorative properties and people come from miles to cure aches and pains and to take a break from the chaos of Bangkok. The deep-source springs reach over 100 degrees centigrade and are naturally high in sulfur. Visit to bath in the mineral-rich waters, camp in the surrounding parkland or to boil some eggs in the hot steaming pools!
Koh Samui and Koh Phangan are islands located on the east side of Thailand which are popular with both vacationers and backpackers. Both islands are known for their palm tree lined white sand beaches, clear turquoise waters and laid-back attitudes. Koh Samui is more developed and geared towards holiday-makers and Koh Phangan with its cool cafes and world-famous full moon parties has more of a bohemian feel. Nearby, the rugged island of Koh Tao and the idyllic Koh Nang Yuan (pictured above) are only an inexpensive boat ride away. These two islands are much less touristy due to their more isolated locations and are perfect for those looking for peace and world-class diving.
Mae Hong Son is the capital of Thailand’s most northwestern province and its close proximity to the Burmese border gives it a very different feel to the rest of the country. Very quiet and isolated, this mountainous city is filled with Burmese style temples and shrouded in an atmospheric mist. Visitors come here for the unique natural scenery, mountain trekking, craft markets and to see the local hill tribe communities – one of which is the famous Karen long neck tribe. The Thanon Thongchai range between Myanmar (Burma) and Thailand is popular for trekking and highlights include the beautiful six tiered Pha Sua waterfall.
Only an hours train journey from Bangkok, the ancient city of Ayutthaya should be on every visitor’s itinerary. Once a sacred, important Siamese kingdom it existed from 1351 right up until 1767 when it was raided and sacked by an invading army. Today the ancient city lies in crumbling ruins but the remains of the extraordinary and once towering temples are classed as an UNESCO world heritage site and are hauntingly beautiful. To make the most of this site, allow a full day to explore and of course don’t forget to pack your camera.
Railay and the surrounding coast of the Krabi province (located in the South of Thailand) is a tropical paradise characterised by towering limestone cliffs, turquoise water and powder white sand. From this area it’s also easy to take a trip to nearby Phang Nga to see the famous ‘James Bond Rock‘. Railay is a beautiful secluded beach – accessible only by boat – which attracts a mixture of in-the-know backpackers, well-heeled tourists and enthusiastic rock climbers. Surrounded by dense vegetation and mountains, the area is also perfect for trekking. There are many beautiful beaches in Thailand but Railay is unique because it’s completely cut off from the daily grind – here visitors kick back and mostly stay a lot longer than originally planned.
The tiny but idyllic west coast island of Koh Phi Phi is seen by many as the ultimate island paradise. Even though the island has now fully recovered from the devastating 2009 tsunami, it has sadly suffered from rapid tourist growth (especially since the release of “The Beach” starring Leo Dicaprio). In spite of this, Koh Phi Phi still manages to retain a relaxed vibe which seems to keep both the backpackers and the vacationers happy. Highlights include climbing a steep viewpoint to watch the sunset and hiring a long tail boat to snorkel in the beautiful surrounding waters.
Adventurous travellers should head for Hin Daeng, located in the Andaman Sea. Literally meaning the Red Rock, this is one of the top diving spots in Thailand – if not the world. Swim amongst underwater pinnacles, swaying carpets of anemone and red soft coral. It’s also teeming with marine-life including huge shoals of fish, round batfish, manta ray, barracuda and if you’re lucky the odd whale shark or two.
One of Asia’s most popular tourist destinations, Thailand’s reputation for hedonism attracts thousands of backpackers and its natural beauty also attracts an increasing amount of holiday-makers. Thailand is a mystical country which leaves a lifelong impression on anyone who visits. It offers a rich history, smiling locals, some interesting quirks and of course an unforgettable experience. To help you see the best of the country, here is our choice for top ten places to visit in Thailand…
1. Bangkok
Bangkok is a restless and chaotic metropolis and an essential part of a trip to Thailand. Although not everyone’s cup of tea, the culture-shock inducing capital has some incredible places of interest that you would be foolish to miss. Highlights include the impossibly bejewelled Grand Palace, Wat Arun (one of the oldest and best known landmarks in Bangkok) and Wat Po which is home to a giant reclining Buddha. Fun-seekers head for the notorious backpacker’s haven the Khao San road, the bazaars and alleyways of Chinatown and the infamous Patpong Night Market (located in the city’s red light district).
2. The Floating Market
The Floating Market (made famous by the James Bond classic “The Man with the Golden Gun”) is located on the Damnoen Saduak Canal in the region of Bangkok. Although now a major tourist attraction, the market is a photogenic place where visitors can get an idea of what trading was like in Thailand before the modernisation of the city. It’s also a lot of fun. Buying something here means hailing down a narrow long boat piled high with produce – quite an experience in itself! The region is also filled with lush vineyards, orchards and thriving local businesses which are great to view by canal boat on your journey there.
3. Chiang Mai
The spiritual city of Chiang Mai is a much quieter than Bangkok but still an essential visit if you want to see the best of Thailand. Dotted with temples, craft shops, restaurants and more than a handful of excellent Thai massage and cooking schools, the city has a somehow relaxed and tranquil atmosphere. Many travellers often mention Chiang Mai as their favourite Thai city and once visited it’s easy to see why. It’s located high in the north mountainous region of Thailand which makes it a great base for mountain trekking (organised treks can be arranged very easily here with almost every other shop offering them). Although the treks from Chiang Mai are interesting, they are often a well-worn path and many in-the-know backpackers now head for nearby Pai instead. Pai is a chilled-out small town located near the Myanmar border which has become popular with travellers, artists and musicians. Head there for less touristy treks and more ‘rustic’ visits to hill-tribes.
4. San Kamphaeng Hot Springs
San Kamphaeng is a district located 36km from the northern city Chiang Mai. The area is home to the popular and reasonably priced hot springs which are set in a tranquil, 40 acre landscaped park. They are famous for their restorative properties and people come from miles to cure aches and pains and to take a break from the chaos of Bangkok. The deep-source springs reach over 100 degrees centigrade and are naturally high in sulfur. Visit to bath in the mineral-rich waters, camp in the surrounding parkland or to boil some eggs in the hot steaming pools!
5. The East Coast Islands
Koh Samui and Koh Phangan are islands located on the east side of Thailand which are popular with both vacationers and backpackers. Both islands are known for their palm tree lined white sand beaches, clear turquoise waters and laid-back attitudes. Koh Samui is more developed and geared towards holiday-makers and Koh Phangan with its cool cafes and world-famous full moon parties has more of a bohemian feel. Nearby, the rugged island of Koh Tao and the idyllic Koh Nang Yuan (pictured above) are only an inexpensive boat ride away. These two islands are much less touristy due to their more isolated locations and are perfect for those looking for peace and world-class diving.
6. Mae Hong Son
Mae Hong Son is the capital of Thailand’s most northwestern province and its close proximity to the Burmese border gives it a very different feel to the rest of the country. Very quiet and isolated, this mountainous city is filled with Burmese style temples and shrouded in an atmospheric mist. Visitors come here for the unique natural scenery, mountain trekking, craft markets and to see the local hill tribe communities – one of which is the famous Karen long neck tribe. The Thanon Thongchai range between Myanmar (Burma) and Thailand is popular for trekking and highlights include the beautiful six tiered Pha Sua waterfall.
7. Ayutthaya
Only an hours train journey from Bangkok, the ancient city of Ayutthaya should be on every visitor’s itinerary. Once a sacred, important Siamese kingdom it existed from 1351 right up until 1767 when it was raided and sacked by an invading army. Today the ancient city lies in crumbling ruins but the remains of the extraordinary and once towering temples are classed as an UNESCO world heritage site and are hauntingly beautiful. To make the most of this site, allow a full day to explore and of course don’t forget to pack your camera.
8. Railay and the Krabi Province
Railay and the surrounding coast of the Krabi province (located in the South of Thailand) is a tropical paradise characterised by towering limestone cliffs, turquoise water and powder white sand. From this area it’s also easy to take a trip to nearby Phang Nga to see the famous ‘James Bond Rock‘. Railay is a beautiful secluded beach – accessible only by boat – which attracts a mixture of in-the-know backpackers, well-heeled tourists and enthusiastic rock climbers. Surrounded by dense vegetation and mountains, the area is also perfect for trekking. There are many beautiful beaches in Thailand but Railay is unique because it’s completely cut off from the daily grind – here visitors kick back and mostly stay a lot longer than originally planned.
9. Koh Phi Phi
The tiny but idyllic west coast island of Koh Phi Phi is seen by many as the ultimate island paradise. Even though the island has now fully recovered from the devastating 2009 tsunami, it has sadly suffered from rapid tourist growth (especially since the release of “The Beach” starring Leo Dicaprio). In spite of this, Koh Phi Phi still manages to retain a relaxed vibe which seems to keep both the backpackers and the vacationers happy. Highlights include climbing a steep viewpoint to watch the sunset and hiring a long tail boat to snorkel in the beautiful surrounding waters.
10. Hin Daeng
Adventurous travellers should head for Hin Daeng, located in the Andaman Sea. Literally meaning the Red Rock, this is one of the top diving spots in Thailand – if not the world. Swim amongst underwater pinnacles, swaying carpets of anemone and red soft coral. It’s also teeming with marine-life including huge shoals of fish, round batfish, manta ray, barracuda and if you’re lucky the odd whale shark or two.
It’s almost impossible to squeeze the best of Thailand into a Top 10 list so we’re also going to give a special mention to the gorgeous beaches of Ko Kood, the UNESCO World Heritage listed Khao Yai National Park, the remote city of Chiang Rai, the luxurious island resort of Phuket, the cultural city of Nakhon Si Thammarat, Kanchanaburi (where the Bridge on the River Kwai was filmed) and the blissful Koh Lanta.
Animal lovers should also include a visit to the beautiful Boon Lott’s Elephant Sanctuary located in North Thailand. Started by Katherine Connor, a former UK traveller (and now National Geographic’s traveller of the year) they provide sanctuary to formally abused elephants and welcome both guests and volunteers. Visit to see some of the happiest elephants in Thailand, we promise you won’t regret it!
Animal lovers should also include a visit to the beautiful Boon Lott’s Elephant Sanctuary located in North Thailand. Started by Katherine Connor, a former UK traveller (and now National Geographic’s traveller of the year) they provide sanctuary to formally abused elephants and welcome both guests and volunteers. Visit to see some of the happiest elephants in Thailand, we promise you won’t regret it!
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