Monday, February 15, 2010
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Top Ten Love Stories in World
Romeo and Juliet:
Peter Abelard and Heloise, 12th Century, French, historical. Theologian and lecturer Abelard was 17-year-old Heloise’s teacher. They secretly married, but her uncle found out and had him castrated. Too late — she had a son. Separated by their families and the church, she entered a convent, he became a monk, and their love letters still exist. They are buried together in Paris. 
Shah Jahan and Arjumand Bann Begum, 17th Century, Indian, historical. Consumed with sorrow when his beloved wife died at age 39 giving birth to their 14th child, he commissioned the Taj Mahal to be built in her memory. His son later imprisoned him and he spent the rest of his life staring out the window of his room at the Taj, pining for Arjumand. 
Kermit and Miss Piggy, 20th Century, American, cultural. She hogs the limelight every chance she gets, but her love springs eternal for her froggy beau. His disinterest and the cross-species problem are no deterrents to this determined pig. 
Robert and Elizabeth Barrett Browning, 19th Century, English, historical. Pale little Elizabeth bucked her dogmatic family and married a fellow poet. They spent their life in Italy amid sunshine and poetry, inspiring her to write a masterpiece, “Sonnets from the Portugese.” 
Tristan and Isolde, 12th Century, English, French, German, literary. Based on an ancient Celtic legend as stubborn as the intertwined vines that grew over the lovers’ graves, the story of the knight who gave up his true love for a king has been told in many forms. Despite duty and other marriages, the lovers remain true to each other, and are reunited in death. 
Rhett Butler and Scarlett O’Hara, 20th Century, American, literary. Their fiery romance set amid the Civil War showed the pitfalls of pride and selfishness. He really did give a damn, and so did she. 
Cinderella and Prince Charming, 17th Century, French, literary. Based on Eastern European legends, this archetype of romantic love sent the message to women that if you keep your eyes open, someday your prince will come. 
Dante Alighieri and Beatrice, 13th Century, Italian, historical. The writer met his muse when they were children. She inspired his greatest works although the pair never married. Beatrice is Dante’s guide through Paradise in “The Divine Comedy” and was the inspiration for 31 love poems, “La Vita Nuova.” 
Guinevere and Lancelot, 14th Century, English, literary. Based on the Arthurian legend, the doomed love between the gallant knight and beautiful queen caused the downfall of the Round Table.
Romeo and Juliet, 16th Century, English, literary. Star-crossed lovers immortalized in Shakespeare’s 1596 play. With Romeo dead, Juliet takes her own life rather than live without her young husband.
Peter Abelard and Heloise:
Peter Abelard and Heloise, 12th Century, French, historical. Theologian and lecturer Abelard was 17-year-old Heloise’s teacher. They secretly married, but her uncle found out and had him castrated. Too late — she had a son. Separated by their families and the church, she entered a convent, he became a monk, and their love letters still exist. They are buried together in Paris. Shah Jahan and Arjumand Bann Begum:
Shah Jahan and Arjumand Bann Begum, 17th Century, Indian, historical. Consumed with sorrow when his beloved wife died at age 39 giving birth to their 14th child, he commissioned the Taj Mahal to be built in her memory. His son later imprisoned him and he spent the rest of his life staring out the window of his room at the Taj, pining for Arjumand. Kermit and Miss Piggy:
Kermit and Miss Piggy, 20th Century, American, cultural. She hogs the limelight every chance she gets, but her love springs eternal for her froggy beau. His disinterest and the cross-species problem are no deterrents to this determined pig. Robert and Elizabeth Barrett Browning:
Robert and Elizabeth Barrett Browning, 19th Century, English, historical. Pale little Elizabeth bucked her dogmatic family and married a fellow poet. They spent their life in Italy amid sunshine and poetry, inspiring her to write a masterpiece, “Sonnets from the Portugese.” Tristan and Isolde:
Tristan and Isolde, 12th Century, English, French, German, literary. Based on an ancient Celtic legend as stubborn as the intertwined vines that grew over the lovers’ graves, the story of the knight who gave up his true love for a king has been told in many forms. Despite duty and other marriages, the lovers remain true to each other, and are reunited in death. Rhett Butler and Scarlett O’Hara:
Rhett Butler and Scarlett O’Hara, 20th Century, American, literary. Their fiery romance set amid the Civil War showed the pitfalls of pride and selfishness. He really did give a damn, and so did she. Cinderella and Prince Charming:
Cinderella and Prince Charming, 17th Century, French, literary. Based on Eastern European legends, this archetype of romantic love sent the message to women that if you keep your eyes open, someday your prince will come. Dante Alighieri and Beatrice:
Dante Alighieri and Beatrice, 13th Century, Italian, historical. The writer met his muse when they were children. She inspired his greatest works although the pair never married. Beatrice is Dante’s guide through Paradise in “The Divine Comedy” and was the inspiration for 31 love poems, “La Vita Nuova.” Guinevere and Lancelot:
Guinevere and Lancelot, 14th Century, English, literary. Based on the Arthurian legend, the doomed love between the gallant knight and beautiful queen caused the downfall of the Round Table.
Monday, February 8, 2010
Top 5 Ways to Propose on Valentine’s Day
The most romantic day of the year, Valentine’s Day, is not too far. So, if you are planning to propose your beloved then don’t miss the opportunity. Well, whether you are girl or a boy, doesn’t matter, you both can propose your love. But boys its better you go first as this is sure-shot time to get positive response. We provide you top 5 ways to propose on this Valentine’s Day:
1. Propose with the Ring: This is the best and perfect way to propose your girl. The impact of this trick is just magical. The success rate of this way of proposal is 200%. You know rings or jewelry are the weakness of girls so there are very little chances that she’ll say no.
2. Plan a romantic Date: Another secure way to propose is plan a romantic date just for you two only. The exclusive date must cover a gift, nice exotic food, romantic music and dance. The combined effect of these things will mesmerize her, so no chance of negativity.
3. Propose with Red Roses: If you are a student or a young boy, you can propose your girlfriend with fresh red roses and tempting chocolates. This will not put burden on your pocket and you’ll get best result.
4. Go for Tattoo: The powerful and intense way to propose is Tattoo her name on your body. As girls are emotional so, this will definitely work. But be careful, even if she gets angry don’t lose hope this means that she loves you and cares for you.
5. Propose in Front of Your Group: Surprise her/him by proposing in front of your group this will certainly work. Girls especially love surprises so use this way topropose the love of your life with a beautiful bouquet or teddy.
Everybody loves your total attention so be with him/her all day and make it an unforgettable moment for him/her.
Use any of the above ways and create the magic of love in your life. This Valentine Day express love, give love and get love because love can conquer anything.
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