BOOK: HOW TO PLAY DJEMBE

The Djembe


The eagerness to study African music and its traditional instruments, percussion, including Kora and the Djembe, has led to the sprouting of many traditional music institutions throughout Europe and the United States of America. 


African music is not only entertaining but also a vital part of the music of many cultures.

"How to Play Djembe," written by Allan Dworsky and Berty Sanstry, is a complete, step-by-step, user-friendly course on how to play djembe. 

Right from the start, in addition to learning how to make all the basic strokes, you'll be learning interlocking parts for some of the most popular West African rhythms: Kuku, Djole, Kassa, Madan, Suku, Sunguru Bani, and Thiba. 

After working through only a few lessons, you'll be able to put the parts together and start playing these irresistible rhythms with your friends. The rhythms are written in simple charts, so no music reading is required.

The CD that comes with the book gives you a chance to hear how each part sounds separately and how the parts for each rhythm fit together. 

It was recorded by John Camara, a master drummer from Bamako, Mali. Each rhythm lasts at least five minutes, so you'll have plenty of time to play along. 

And when John solos during the final three minutes of each track, you'll feel the thrill of playing your part along with an ensemble and lead drummer.

The book is available on Amazon.com.

HEALTH MATTERS: THE WONDERS OF LOTUS SEED FOR THE HEALTH

A delicious lotus seed soup

We are lotus farmers from China, our lotus farms are located in Honghu -- a land of fish and rice. Lotus seeds are obtained from the lotus flower. They are a versatile food and can be eaten raw or cooked. The dried lotus seeds can be popped like popcorn and eaten. 

The seeds are harvested in the months of August and September and are then dried in the sun. There are two types of lotus seeds, white and brown peel. The shells, membranes, and bitter germ of the seed of the white lotus seeds are removed during harvest.

Brown lotus peels, which get their color from the ripened seed that attaches to the membrane, are cracked in order to remove the germ. Dried lotus seeds are sold widely in Asian markets. They are hardy and rough in texture, and hence must be soaked in water overnight. They can be added to various dishes, such as soups. Fresh lotus seeds are sold with the seed heads.

They must be broken to remove each seed and then eaten. The shell of the fresh seeds should be removed before eating. Crystallized lotus seeds are made by cooking the seeds in syrup and then drying them. One of the most common uses of lotus seeds is lotus seed paste, which is used in Chinese pastries and in Japanese cakes and desserts.

Nutritional Information and Properties of Lotus Seed

Lotus seeds are a rich source of phosphorus, protein, potassium, and magnesium. They may also contain zinc and iron. The seeds contain low levels of sugar, sodium, cholesterol, and saturated fat. One ounce of raw lotus seeds contains approximately 94.3 calories.

Health Benefits and Therapeutic Uses of Lotus Seed

Lotus seeds are popular for their nutritional benefits and healing properties. They are commonly used in Chinese medications and also in various recipes. Lotus seeds contain L-iso aspartyl methyltransferase, an enzyme with anti-aging properties. 

It is known to help in repairing damaged proteins. The seeds contain kaempferol, a flavonoid known for its anti-inflammatory properties. It is known to help in repairing aging gum tissue.

The astringent properties of lotus seeds make them beneficial for the kidneys. They help to regulate the energy levels of the body. Some studies indicate that lotus seeds may be used to treat various sexual conditions. Lotus seeds are used in Chinese medicine to relieve the problem of diarrhea. They are also used to improve the health of the spleen.

Lotus seeds were used to treat people with sleeping disorders such as insomnia. They are also known to be effective in alleviating restlessness. This is due to the natural sedative and calming effects of the seeds. 

The center of the lotus seed is known to be beneficial for the heart due to its cooling properties. The bitterness of the seeds comes from isoquinoline alkaloids, which are believed to induce a calming effect and are also anti-spasmodic. They cause dilation of the blood vessels and thus help in controlling blood pressure levels.

Some medicinal researchers believe that lotus seeds help to strengthen the digestive process and relieve diarrhea. The seeds are sometimes combined with other herbs to treat urinary ailments such as prostatitis and reproductive diseases. However, it is advisable to consult a doctor before using any natural remedies such as lotus seeds.

Other Uses of Lotus Seed

Lotus seeds also contain a powerful anti-aging enzyme, which researchers are now trying to add to various anti-aging products and cosmetics. The dried seed heads are sold for decorative purposes across the world. These seeds are commonly used in dried flower arranging.

Cuisines with Lotus Seed

Delicious meals that can be prepared by Lotus seed are Pork heart Lotus Soup, White Mushroom Lotus Soup, and Lotus Seed and Longan porridge.

Last year, the purchasing price of white lotus seed was USD2.26/kg. If you are interested in lotus seeds, please feel free to contact us. About the export of lotus seeds from Honghu, it will be convenient. We will help to export it.

SEX WITH ANIMALS - WHAT'S ITS SIGNIFICANCE?

Having sex with an animal is an abuse.

Thoughts, work as forces, and that force determines what one wishes. Due to circumstances, many have no control over themselves, therefore doing abnormal things that they find them satisfactorily. 

Sadness, depression, frustration, and loneliness have taken control over people's lives, plunging them into a dark tunnel, without any control or willpower to liberate themselves.


It looks so pretty simple for many people, especially women, to make love with animals, but frankly speaking, it's insane. Total sheer madness. If one is lonely, depressed, or unhappy, there are thousands of books, doctors, and psychologists there to help. Why then must a depressed or sane person seek her comfort by making love with an animal?

Many women have sex with their dogs, and others who want to have an orgasm open their legs widely for the dogs to lick their vagina. The disgusting and ugly thing to do. 

On YouTube, you see women having sex with animals, including dogs and horses. If by anyway those who indulge themselves in such acts were to find their way to see a psychologist, believe me, they will be diagnosed with mental problems. Because a normal, hundred percent sane person can't make love with an animal.

This is the confession of a girl who saw the family dog 'fucking' her mother. "One day, when I was a teen, I went to meet my girlfriend to go to the movies. For some reason, she was not home, so I went back to my house, and the front door was locked. 

Assuming Mom had gone shopping as she said she was, I went to the back basement window, which I knew was unlocked to enter the house. Our basement had two rooms, a game room and a workout room with weights, etc.

I entered the game room and heard some moans coming from the weight room. I peeped around the corner and saw my mother bent over the weight bench and our family dog, a Black Lab, on her back, humping her. 

I heard her moaning and saying, "Yes, Buddy, Mommie needs it". I could not believe it, but soon Buddy finished humping her, and they lay there with Buddy on her back. I scooted back to the house and came back much later." 

From this confession, one could clearly determine the psychological problem this woman had. She was frustrated because for so long she hadn't been 'screwed'. This has made her sick and powerless to control herself. 

Sleeping with animals, as a matter of fact, is a complete sickness that needs a remedy. It can even give certain incurable sickness to a person. Making sex with animals often takes place in many parts of Africa. Some people have been caught red-handed either having sex with goats or chickens.

There are many sickening habits. Once you enter, you can't find it easy to get out; therefore, for those people out there who can't get out of this sick and disgusting situation, try to seek help from professional doctors, health institutions, or psychologists.

People who engage animals in sex, just as well know that they are abusing the animals. This act has made many dogs wild and aggressive toward male visitors who come to visit the women they 'fucked'.

Those who wouldn't like anyone to know that they had slept with their dogs or any other animal can help themselves by reading books, such as 'The Power of Positive Thinking and other books on self-coaching. 

Self-coaching courses are also recommended for people in such a situation.