All You Must Know About The Swazi Reed Dance 1.The Birth of Swazi Bare Reed Dance Established in the 1940s, the Swazi Reed Dance is a traditional dance and chastity rite performed annually in order to encourage young girls to remain virgins. It is an eight-day event and since the ceremony’s inception, it has been holding till date. 2. Who Are The dancers? Swazi girls (strictly virgins and unmarried women) are the dancers and the tradition begins with the girls rallying together at the royal village of the Queen Mother....

These spring-assisted knives had a small following in Europe, which was then brought over to the United States after WWII when brave, Nazi-killing soldiers saw these snap-open knives during their time fighting in the European theatre and adopted them for home use. Soon after, moving pictures of the time started depicting street toughs carrying these blades. This was a Hollywood fabrication that eventually led to many young greaser punks packing the knives around....

On the surface, they seem harmless enough and operate the same way as any other pen; but their bodies are crafted using carbon fiber, kevlar, steel, and titanium. They go all the way out the other side of heavy-duty to bear the distinction of being truly hard core. When it comes to a scratching, biting, clawing brawl, or survival in the elements, these are the next best thing to a knife....

We welcome your input and feedback in the comments, because we know we missed a few (hundred) wonders out there, so see our 18 best electric guitar choices, and then scream yours at us like Dee Snider, because WE WANT TO ROCK! Squier Vintage Modified Stratocaster Bargain Buy: You can get a Fender Strat for a little bit more, but despite the Squier tag, this is an exceptional reboot. Beneath the classic tuners there’s Duncan Designed pickups and a slender neck that allows for seamless fretwork....

Anything with a cap can hold water, so that’s fairly easy, but not everything out there carries as much water as you need, prevents it from spilling while it gets knocked around a gym bag, is easy and comfortable to tote along to the spa or out on hikes, will keep your water clean, and is insulated should you want something kept hot or cold. Only a quality water bottle can do that, while also amping up your leg and chest day by keeping you lubed up for that extra set....

Now, most wallets are designed for the regular environment. There are however many occasions where you need a waterproof wallet that can keep all your essential items dry. When you are planning for a day out at the beach or are going snorkeling, you want easy access to cash or credit cards for the occasional Piña colada or Mai Tai. You do not want to carry around a wallet that might succumb to water damage....

Since compounds are easier to find, easier to learn, and easier to fire, most see no reason to go with the more classic recurve. A few traditionalist hunters will typically have one on hand, for sport shooting, target practice, and improving their firing muscles, but rarely do they see much action in the field. Well, archers, it’s time to start looking at why recurves have a place in the contemporary world, and which ones you should be buying....

Designer Steve Hermann recently completed the Glass Pavilion house in Montecito, California, a modern concrete-and-glass homage to the Farnsworth House of Mies van der Rohe. While the comparisons to one of Mies van der Rohe’s most famous works are apparent, Hermann’s work remains a singular success in design. The home is an open white stunner, with rooms that feature unrestricted views of the oak and fern Montecito landscape. Below the home is a large garage, currently stocked with a classic Mercedes gullwing and a pair of Ferraris, one vintage, one current....

We’re just going to start this off by saying it straight: we would never, ever want to live in this house. Contemporary architecture is either warm and inviting or cold and inhuman. The Slit House by Eastern Design Office doesn’t fall far away from the latter category, but here’s the thing– that doesn’t mean we don’t admire the hell out of it. While this property would be better suited as a museum than a human habitat, it’s architectural makeup must be honored....

Type A people are known to be high achievers who like to be in control, while Type B people are less competitive and more relaxed. But did you know that there is also a type C personality as well as a type D? Types C and D are two of the four primary personality and behavior groups defined by the DISC personality theory and assessment (explained below). Type C Personality Traits As a quick overview, are some of the traits of a Type C personality that you might recognize in yourself or someone close to you:...

Starting for as little as $65/night, these 10 great Airbnb treehouse vacation rentals can be yours this summer. Some may be far enough away to warrant a long trip, but others might be close enough for a weekend staycation. Here are our 10 select favorites. Atlanta Airbnb Treehouses Tucked Away in Buckhead Woods Located in Buckhead in Atlanta, Georgia, this treehouse is actually a suite of three treehouse rooms that are connected by rope bridges....

For lovers of the small and strange, it was hard to avoid the phrase “kid in a candy store” at this event. Ironically, this collection of microcars is the pride of Bruce Weiner, an entrepreneur who made his millions with the Dubble Bubble candy company. Having purchased his first microcar in the 1990s, Weiner ultimately assembled the largest collection of microcars in the world, over 200 in total. This included single-seat three-wheelers, small-engine delivery trucks, four-person family cars and even a microcar with a camper trailer– most of which stood at hip level or lower....

And now, you’re psyching yourself up for a confrontation, telling yourself, “I’m done being nice.” Unfortunately, just telling yourself that won’t change anything. If you’ve gotten used to being too nice to others, no matter what the cost to yourself, you’re in for a challenge. You’ll need to get to the root of your own conciliatory behavior before you can make real and lasting changes. Read on to learn how....

Whether you’re visiting the sushi mothership that is Japan or picking up a tray from your local supermarket, it is essential to know your chirashi from your maki and your nigiri from your sashimi. For those new to the sushi world, or if you’re just confused by the differentiating factors, we’ve covered the nine main types of sushi so you can be an expert when ordering your next sushi roll, plate, bowl, or cone....

Have you been seeing them and feeling the worst effects of a one-sided relationship? Maybe you’re thinking that if you prove your worthiness, the person you’re in love with will finally see you as the one they’ve been looking for. Maybe they will, but you don’t have to put your life on hold until that happens. If unreturned love is holding you back, you can see it for what it is and break free from it....

Breadcrumbing is something self-centered people do when they feel a need to keep someone on standby. You’re the one they call (or text) when they’re not enjoying the company of someone they’d rather be with. But how do you know you’re being breadcrumbed? And what can you do when you recognize the breadcrumbing signs? What Is Breadcrumbing? Before you can recognize those signs, you need to have a clear idea of what breadcrumbing is and what it looks like....

One of the remarkable ways to show your significant other a little more love and affection is to go out of your way to celebrate the good times. And what better way to do that than on the special day dedicated to all the boyfriends all over the world? Haven’t you heard of National Boyfriend’s Day? Maybe, you’re not sure what it is. Don’t fret! By the end of this, you will be planning how to spend that perfect day with your boo....

But instead of asking them the deep icebreaker questions right then and there, you decide to wait until later. But then later never comes because you’re too sensitive or too nervous to initiate that deep conversation. I’m a big fan of asking deep icebreaker questions in any social situation. They can spark great conversations, help you understand your boyfriend, girlfriend, partner, family members, or coworkers’ perspectives, and make it easier to get to know people who might otherwise seem distant or intimidating....

We all want to be in a happy relationship with someone who understands us, loves us, and respects us. But most of the time, we don’t know if we’re actually happy in our relationships or if we are just settling for what we have. Here is a list of Important Questions to ask yourself about your relationship to see if you are in a healthy or toxic relationship; Or if you should stay or break up: Also read: 21 Questions for a new relationship, From Deep to S#xy...

It’s not always easy to find the right words to express what you’re thinking or how you feel about her. You’re not alone in this desire. And fortunately, you don’t have to reinvent the wheel to show your girlfriend how much she means to you. Wherever you are in your relationship, some things do bear repeating. It doesn’t mean you have to use the same words, though. To help you out, we’ve created this list of romantic things to tell your girlfriend....