You might not wonder how clothes or other fabrics get their color, but textile dyes have been around for centuries affecting much more than just the world of fabric. With the introduction of exotic and stunning hues that came from dyes, the world was made a canvas upon which our ancestors painted their history. Dyes were often considered a luxury and a symbol of wealth. Of the many dyes, indigo is the oldest, and its origins are based in … [Read more...]
About Jeana Shandraw
http://www.surfandsunshine.com
Rarely caught without a camera, Jeana is an adventurous traveler with a passion for people, cultures and food that has led her to 24 countries in 4 years. Listed on Rise's Top 1000 Travel Blogs as the 6th most influential travel blog in the world (above Zagat!), she was also recently named by Social Media Week as one of eight people who have more social influence than some large travel brands. Jeana is consistently listed in Klout’s top 10 Travel Influencers in a pool of over 74,000 candidates. You can also find her sharing travel adventures as the Los Angeles International Travel Examiner and the LA Family Travel Examiner.
Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival: A Celebration of Life and Culture
“The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate.” – Oprah Winfrey These words capture the incredible nature of our existence. There is a lot to be said about the uniqueness of our humanity and the scope through which we view life. The fact that we hold “celebrations” to call attention to the different joys in our lives is one of the many reasons we are so special. Through our own creativity we have invented … [Read more...]