Kalafina

I am a former Squidoo member still adjusting to Hubpages. My health is an everyday battle which I occasionally find downright hilarious. I have never been good with the tears so I write instead.

Along with writing I love: travel, origami, learning Japanese, watercolor painting, sewing, jewelry making, blogging (I'm on Google+), reading manga, anime (Yes I am finally brave enough to say so!), wheelchair-free days, an excellent glass of Riesling, and the smell of the sea before a storm.

In the Spotlight

BBC's Hilarious 'Come Fly With Me' Mocumentary Series

Come Fly With Me is a brilliant mockumentary following life in one of Britain's largest airports.

In the Spotlight

10 Ways to Stay Calm During Your MRI

For people who dislike or fear small places a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) test can be terrifying. The very site of the MRI room can trigger panic attacks in some people. They dread even getting on the table and feel the irrational urge to bolt...

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Ten Japanese Words Ten Anime Will Teach You

Watching anime in English sub can lead to the most surprising of education. Here are ten Japanese words these anime are sure to teach you.

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Spring Travel Destination to Greece

Greece is one of the most beautiful countries in the world and the perfect spring travel destination for any and everyone. I know because in March 2008 I took a tour of the wonderful country. Our tour group had ages ranging from early teens to...

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St. Francis of Assisi Pet Tags

St. Francis loved and respected animals so much he remains their patron saint to this day. He is known to be their great friend and protector in times of need. St. Francis even offered prayers and blessings on behalf of the animals God created. Such...

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When You Really Need to See A Doctor (Why I didn't)

Listening to our body's warning signs now can make for a healthier future later.

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  Books & Novels

  Origami Handbook Helped My Hand Tremors

  5 years ago

  For a person whose creativity depends upon their fingers dexterity trembling hands felt like a death sentence. I could not hold a watercolor brush properly, perform delicate jewelry work, and sometimes struggled just to use a fork properly. Without...

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  Crafts & Handiwork

  The Watercolor Paints Which Brought Out My Passion

  5 years ago

  Grumbacher Academy Watercolor Paints changed the way I viewed painting with watercolors. Before being introduced to them I thought of watercolor paints as strictly those circles of hard paint crammed into a plastic case required for grade school art...

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  Alternative & Natural Medicine

  10 Ways to Stay Calm During Your MRI

  10 years ago

  For people who dislike or fear small places a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) test can be terrifying. The very site of the MRI room can trigger panic attacks in some people. They dread even getting on the table and feel the irrational urge to bolt...

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  Books & Novels

  Anne Taintor's Hilarious "I Can't Be Good All the Time' Book

  5 years ago

  Anne Taintor reminds us that a true lady has more to her than just a sweet smile.

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  Television & TV Shows

  BBC's Hilarious 'Come Fly With Me' Mocumentary Series

  7 years ago

  Come Fly With Me is a brilliant mockumentary following life in one of Britain's largest airports.