VISIT TO BEAUTIFUL SADEER FARMS

We registered with Essence Travels for the farm trip last Saturday on 10th December at Sadeer Farms in Abdally. I was so excited that I woke up quite early. It took us 1 hour, 15 minutes from Salmiyah to reach the farm and we arrived by 11.15 am.  We were greeted by nature loving, friendly volunteers who confirmed our registration and explained about the farm and the various activities we could chose. As we sat waiting for some information, plenty of visitors turned up. We signed up for the Exotic Farm Tour with animal tour and Vegetable Picking. The farm offers buggy tour for anyone who is interested to go around. Besides the farm tour, young children can have fun with creative art activities. The farm is equipped with clean toilets and hand washing facilities for visitors.

At the entrance, corn, cauliflower, broccoli and honey from the farm were being sold. A large sprawling field with vegetables is in the beginning left corner as you enter. There is a smaller field of vegetables near the community dining area. We passed by an attractive placid pond on our way to the large exotic vegetable field which is the middle of the farm much further down from the entrance. We chose the walking tour so we could take our time and see the entire farm. The first thing I noticed is how well cared for and maintained the farm is and how healthy the vegetables are. It was so delightfully captivating to see rows and rows of amazing vegetables. The opportunity to spend a day out in a farm in Kuwait and see locally grown delicious produce is an exquisite experience. It was my first time seeing white satin carrots and purple carrots. I was fascinated by the different variety of beets as well, especially the yellow beets. The purple cauliflower, purple broccoli and rainbow corn, blue corn were still in growing stage. 

The exotic farm had quite a variety of  vegetables like beets and carrots in an assortment of colors and different kinds of kale, cabbage, purple lettuce, red spinach, pumpkin, aubergine, and much more. The green house had 12 variety of tomatoes, a lot of it ready for harvesting. The capsicums we noticed were still in growing stage. Oh and yes, the green house also had a wide range of lovely herbs. Pure honey from  bee farming is available for purchase. As we walked further down, there was a sheep farm and a bit away from that was the goat farm from where we could hear the baby goats bleat in their sweet tiny voices. It's been a while since I've seen so many baby goats. We walked through the tall, vast corn fields enjoying the prettiness of corn hidden and protected in their husk leaves with silky strands drooping from the top. 

Then came the best part - vegetable picking; the jubilation of harvesting by hand. We picked a box and my husband delicately picked several varieties of exotic vegetables from the soil. The food counter had a choice of Saj or burgers. And we of course went for Saj. Tea, coffee, water, cake and pastries were available as well.  A huge outdoor dining area with plenty of seating is available for you to comfortably enjoy your food. Alas we couldn't stay back for the bonfire and music which we had actually forward to but we needed to leave before 4 pm to attend another event happening in Shuwaikh. Hopefully we return to Sadeer Farms next season for another farm tour, bonfire and music.

Farm visits is a pleasurable activity for the whole family providing endless joy and instills in us a greater appreciation for agriculture and farming. And you get to take home your choice of hand picked vegetables straight from the soil which means they are absolutely fresh, healthy and tasty. Depending on the tour itinerary for the season, there would be special farming workshops for adults and activities for children.. 

If you haven't visited Sadeer Farms, you can check out Essence Travels website and instagram for the next farm visit announcement or send them a message via whats app. Farm tours at Sadeer Farms are organized by Essence Travels .

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BREAKING THE CHAINS OF ADDICTION SEMINAR

Smoking, drugs, alcohol or any other habitual activities can turn into addictions that negatively affect our lives and those of our loved ones. Often addicts do not recognize these signs or are in denial and need help to overcome these habits.

Recognizing a need for “Breaking the Chains of Addiction”, the Indian Women’s Association is organizing a seminar that addresses these issues under the Reach for Health initiative.

Join us on Monday, 10th November, 2014 from 5 – 8 pm at the Gulf University for Science and Technology (Auditorium W6-500) where leading experts will speak about the causes, prevention and cures for common addictions.

Topics include:

From Addiction to Recovery … the possible Journey

Dr. Adel Zayed

Psychiatrist & Head of Addiction Center, Kuwait Center for Psychological Health

Director, Kuwait Psychiatry Board

Addiction: Not Just a Bad Habit

Jason R. Sullivan, MA

Director

Career Services and Wellness

Mental Health Counselor

Addictions 3X3X3

William Schuilenberg

Therapist, Soor Center

The seminar is open to all and completely free of charge. To book your seat, email iwa_kuwait@hotmail.com or call 24898680. 

Venue : Gulf University of Science and Technology, Auditorium W6-500
When : Monday, 10th November
Time : 5 pm to 8 pm

SWEET SUMMER

What is it that you enjoy most about summer?  I enjoy the summer months - well the beginning and end of summer to be precise. During the peak of summer, it can get really hot, when temperatures are soaring.  Early morning, late afternoons and evenings are the best part of a summer day.

It's so comfortable to dress light during summer. No sweaters, no jackets!  Do you tend to wear colorful clothes or light colored clothes during summer? The bright yet cheerful colors like orange, yellow, pink and reds are in vogue right now and women tend to look so beautiful in them. How about white, light pista green, shades of beige or mauve or light blue, don't they look fabulous too?

We tend to drink a lot of liquid during summer. It's best if aerated drinks, soda, and artificial juices or juices from supermarket shelves are avoided. They contain too much sugar. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water a day, that's the best you can do for your body when you're thirsty. Make your own juices and keep in the fridge for 2 days like water melon, pineapple, mango without adding any sugar. Have freshly made pomegranate or orange juice or fruit based natural home made smoothies. They give you amazing nourishment. Oh..and eat light..don't consume too much of fat, salt and sugar.

Summer offers the opportunity to be outdoors and there are so many things you could do on your own, or with your friends and family. Be sure to apply sunscreen if you are out in the sun and wear your cap/hat and sunglasses. Harsh sun is bad for your skin. It might give you a tan, but can do a whole lot of damage.

Things you can do before summer ends....

* Enjoy your time at the beach or swimming pool

* Experiment and create home made juices from the seasonal fruits available. Serve them to your family and friends and watch them ask for more.

* Try out new shades of clothes - bright colors, light colors, which you don't already have.

* Go for long walks or jogging early morning or late afternoons.
* Watch sunrise and or sunset
* Enjoy the sunlight that comes into your house and brightens up your rooms, let it brighten your mood and your day.

* Try losing weight, eat less, eat light you tend to lose faster and easier during summer than in any other seasons of the year. Exercising in the summer makes you sweat more releasing all the toxins and water retention, that will make you appear healthier and slimmer.

* Sit outside in your porch or balcony and paint, knit or do some creative art

* Go camping

* Try your hand at creating low calorie healthy salads. There are numerous recipes on the internet.

* Take more outdoor photographs. Choose beautiful natural locations and surroundings and bring out the artist in you.

* Trekking is fun...want to try that before summer ends?

* Choose  beautiful outdoor locations and go for picnics

* Treat yourself at a Spa. Go for relaxing or rejuvenating massages

* Go on a one week detox diet to flush out all the toxins
* Read a good book
* Get a new hair cut / hair style and look different this summer

* Try Gardening, it's fun. Plant seeds and watch them grow into beautiful plants

Enjoy your summer.....