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  Philosateleia Fun fact: The first postal stamps were not able to stick to envelopes. People had to literally sew the stamps on when no paste or adhesive was available. The first ever adhesive postage stamp was called 'the Penny Black'.  It had  the profile of Queen Victoria against a black background and cost a penny. B eing confined to our homes have thrown up some surprising difficulties for some while presenting others with an amazing opportunity to indulge in hobbies they truly care about. Collecting stamps was a very popular hobby in the 90's. Philately attracts people from all over the world. To many people, a stamp is merely something necessary for sending a letter, but there are many people who love buying stamps and find this hobby worthwhile. Stamp collecting is limitless and endless. Countries are always issuing stamps to celebrate important events or milestones. It is fascinating to receive letters from distant countries and to discov...

 Strumming and Lonely!!  Isn't it so fulfilling to be able to play a musical instrument.  The possibilities of what you can learn or create are practically endless and show no signs of dwindling. Everybody should have a passion. And if you don't, you probably haven't found it yet. My passion has been guitar for quite a while, and even though I'm not the best at it, I continue to aim higher and higher as my practice continues. And if you have not found a passion yet, well you might want to start soaring into the depths of the world of music. Playing an Instrument has literally made my life Better Life is the song, Love is the music! In my early teenage I thought learning the guitar would be a fun experience. At that time I was unaware of how committed I would be, my impulsive younger self was simply intrigued by stringed instruments. 5 years later, I own a guitar and continue to improve at my music skills. It's a perfect way to relax and dream out l...

The Bloggess Re-frame  "I am stuck inside" to "I can finally focus on my home and myself". With all the new found time, why not start something special during these quarantined days? Perhaps, start a new quarantine ritual - a daily journal or a blog to jot down thoughts and feelings to reflect on later. Blogging can be whatever you want it to be . It can be a side hustle. A full time hustle. A place to write. A place to share photographs. A place to monetize your creativity. A place to experiment with something new. And if you blog for long enough, it might even be all these things at different points in time. I have been blogging for 3 weeks now. For an introvert with bottled up feelings, it's such a great emotional outlet. I love that my little space online is always there for me, and can serve as a creative canvas whenever i need my inner self to flow. The best blog strategy is the one that works for you at any given time. Remember , ...

Apartment Therapy W ho doesn't like a creative interior space?! The design and nature of the place you live has been proven time and again to affect your mental processing speed, concentration, tranquility, and quality of output. Your interior design reflects your tastes and interests, making your abode an inviting place to retreat at the end of the day. Whether you want to sip on a glass of iced tea while reading a good book, enjoy your family or host parties, outdated decor can put a damper on your activities. Besides , everyone loves aesthetically pleasing scenes An ambient interior can be the much-needed eye candy after a long day at work. It goes without saying that we all have different preferences when it comes to interior décor. If you're like most prospective homeowners, you have a clear vision of your dream home. Finding a home that perfectly matches your design preferences isn't likely, but luckily you can design your own with little more than ...