Unofficial blog and ramblings of Andy Skinner. Today, on the day of the funeral of Baroness Thatcher, My thoughts are with the family and also for the country as will will not see another great statesperson again. My thoughts are also for the Falklands, often in our hearts, but Maggie was always there for her and its fitting they are playing a large part in her funeral. My thoughts are in London and in the South Atlantic on this sad day. Cruise where and with whom.

The key to victory is confidence. Without confidence even the best teams will suffer and fall into defeat. Look at Brazil in the 1998 World Cup final. With their talisman, Ronaldo, forced to play when unfit the team looked bereft of confidence and went on to lose the game. My team are like Brazil. Be confident, believe in victory, believe you can win. Soccer, or football depending on your inclination, i.

Cornflour, also known as cornstarch is the starch from the endosperm section of the corn kernel. It is produced by steeping the kernals for 30 to 48 hours to allow it to ferment. The germ is separated from the endosperm and each is ground separately. The starch is removed by washing. Its main uses are culinary, it is often used to thicken sauces. Unlike other flours it leaves sauces clear rather than opaque. The sauce will thin if cooked too long or stirred to vigourously.

An insider look at the travel world. The Culture And Customs Of Thailand. One of the most interesting aspects of travelling and one of the main reasons I enjoy it so much is the fact you learn so much about the customs of different cultures. Discovering the ways of other people around the world is truly fascinating and at times very different from what you may consider normal. Travellers should respect these traditions so as to avoid offending people. Indeed, particular customs can .