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Understanding the Law of Attraction: Balancing Hope and Action – By Malsha – eLanka Exploring the Law of Attraction The concept of the law of attraction proposes that our thoughts and attitudes shape our experiences, suggesting that positivity attracts positive outcomes while negativity begets negative results. This idea, popularized by books like “The Secret” by Rhonda Byrne, has garnered significant attention, yet its validity warrants scrutiny beyond mystical claims—it’s fundamentally rooted in psychology and mindset. Unraveling the Principles The law of attraction operates on several core principles: Like attracts like: Similar energies and thoughts attract one another, influencing outcomes. Nature abhors a vacuum: Removing negativity creates space for positivity to flourish. The present is always perfect: Focusing on improving the present moment fosters growth and fulfillment. Implementing the Law of Attraction To leverage the law of attraction, one must adopt a proactive approach to shaping their reality: Practice gratitude to ...

Apr 16, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Malsha Madhuhansi Tagged , , , , , ,
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Sri Lankan Aurudu Sweets – Crispy Pani Walalu: Sweet Sri Lankan Delight – By Malsha – eLanka Ingredients: 1 cup Urad dal/Undu (split matpe beans) 1⁄4 cup Rice flour 1⁄4 cup all-purpose flour/bread flour 1⁄8 teaspoon salt Thick coconut milk, as needed (depends on the consistency of the mixture) For the Sugar Syrup: 2 cups Dark brown sugar 1⁄2 cup water 2 pinches salt Other: Oil for deep frying Instructions: Begin by soaking Urad dal/Undu overnight or for 8-10 hours. Drain the water used for soaking the black lentils. Grind the lentils into a smooth paste, adding a teaspoon of water at a time if needed. Mix the ground urad dal with rice flour and all-purpose flour until it forms a slightly stiff, smooth paste. Add a tablespoon of water if the mixture is too dry. Cover with plastic wrap and let it ferment for about 12 hours until tiny ...

Apr 16, 2024 Posted by In Articles, eLanka Recepies, Malsha Madhuhansi Tagged , , , , ,
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Indulge in the Delight of Special Avurudu Sweets – Asmi-by Kalani-eLanka As the Sinhala and Tamil New Year, commonly known as Avurudu, approaches, Sri Lankans across the island are gearing up to celebrate the dawn of a new year with an array of customs and traditions. Central to these celebrations are the culinary delights that grace every household during this festive season. Among the myriad of traditional sweets that adorn the Avurudu table, one delicacy stands out for its unique flavor and cultural significance – Asmi. Asmi, a quintessential Avurudu sweet, encapsulates the essence of tradition and familial bonds. Its preparation is not merely a culinary exercise but a ritual that binds generations together. The process of making Asmi involves patience, skill, and love, passed down through the ages from mothers to daughters, grandmothers to grandchildren. The ingredients for Asmi are simple yet exquisite, comprising rice flour, coconut milk, jaggery ...

Apr 16, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Kalani Prabodha Tagged , , , ,
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The Admiralty House Open Day is on Saturday 4 May from 10am-2pm The Admiralty House Open Day is on Saturday 4 May from 10am-2pm. The Open Day is an opportunity to tour the historic house, explore the spectacular gardens and learn about the Australian Honours system. No registration is required and entry is free. Visitors are able to bring a picnic and/or purchase a sausage sandwich from a local SES brigade. Please note that there is no parking available on site. Pets, other than service animals, are not permitted. North Sydney Council. Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox!  ...

Apr 16, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , , , , , , , ,
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Rupert Ferdinands: A Stellar Career …. & A Thomian Tall-by Michael Roberts Source:Thuppahis Ravi Rudra, whose chosen title for this illustrated essay was “Rupert Ferdinands: A Blazing Tennis Star and Much More”  … while the plethora of photographs rendered this item a difficult piece to insert — so that some illustrations will be missing; a or will be inserted over time. The Editor has also inserted highlighting emphasis along the way. Rupert W. Ferdinands, born April 1936, was an outstanding product of S. Thomas’ College, Mt. Lavinia. He is also a former Head Prefect of the School, a B.Sc. (Hons) graduate, Sri Lanka Davis Cup player and Australian qualified tennis coach (Level 3). Rupert excelled in Tennis for his College and Country, having made his national debut as a young schoolboy. Teen Rupert in Ceylon Tennis Team at the Hague in 1953 ….L-R: Percy Ernst, Douglas Fonseka, Lionel Fonseka (Manager), Douglas Scharenguivel and 17-year-old Rupert ...

Apr 15, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Michael Roberts Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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Two Majestic ‘cameos’ in Cricket from Dhoni and Pathirana-by Michael Roberts Source:Thuppahis Amidst the hot news in Australia relating to the knife-wielding nutcase and his killings at Bondi in Sydney, I watched snatches of the web-reportage on the match between the Mumbai Indians and the Chennai Superkings (CSK) in the IPL tournament.  The latter event was high-scoring, topsy-turvy, turbulent and fascinating. In point-form let me highlight some remarkable performances. A: Batting first CSK amassed a reasonable total even though Daryll Mitchell’s faltering innings at the end  slowed them down till he was dismissed in the last over …And then ….. B: Mahendra Singh Dhoni walked in to face the last few balls. Though the match was at Wankhade Stadium in Mumbai, this Indian Maharaja was not deterred; he smacked three huge sixers in the four balls he faced. All hailed His Majesty Dhoni. C: Undeterred, Rohit Sharma (the former captain of the Mumbai team) unfolded ...

Apr 15, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Michael Roberts Tagged , , , ,
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Drill Baby Drill! Uncle Sam’s strategy of elbowing his way to the front of energy markets – By Hemantha Yapa Abeywardena Source : oilfutures On October 6, 1973, coalition of Arab countries, comprising Egypt, Syria and Jordan launched a surprise attack on Israel that ultimately developed into a full-blown war between the Jewish state and Arabs. The war, known as Yom Kippur War or Ramadan war, inadvertently motivated the United States explore ways and means to reach a status of energy independence; the embargo, in this context, was a blessing in disguise, indeed. Exactly like what it is doing today, the US extended its ‘ironclad’ support to Israel to defend itself from the collective onslaught on the Middle Eastern battle front in 1973. It, however, came at a price – a huge price, to be more accurate. The Arab members of the OPEC, Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries, known as OAPEC, ...

Apr 15, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Hemantha Yapa Abeywardena Tagged , , , , , , ,
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The Moonstone Painting – By George Braine One privilege of teaching at the Chinese University of Hong Kong was the health care provided to staff. On my first visit to the campus Health Center, I was intrigued by the large, colorful paintings that hung on both floors of the Center and on the stairwell as well. They were mainly scenes from around the campus, not accurate depictions, whimsical and somewhat childlike. All eye-catchingly colorful, green and blue abounding. I later learned that Dr. Memie Kwok, a physician at the Center, was the artist. Her intention in displaying her paintings may have been to cheer up visitors. Memie was not my doctor, but she was my wife, Fawzia’s. They soon became friends, and I came to know that Memie also kept a popular blogsite, which was filled with detailed descriptions and photos of her world travels. I became an avid reader ...

Apr 15, 2024 Posted by In Articles, George Braine Tagged , , , , ,
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Sri Lanka Navy brings ashore seized ICE, heroin worth Rs. 3.7 billion- By DARSHANA SANJEEWA BALASURIYA Source:Dailymirror Galle, April 14 (Daily Mirror) – The Sri Lanka Navy brought ashore the seized narcotics, including 179 kgs and 906 gms of Crystal Methamphetamine (ICE) and 83 kgs and 582 gms of heroin, which were seized yesterday in the seas approximately 133 nautical miles (about 246 kms) off Dondra, south of Sri Lanka. The consignment of drugs, with an estimated street value exceeding Rs. 3,798 million, was seized during an intelligence operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy. A local multi-day fishing trawler, carrying six persons was intercepted during the operation.  In addition, another local one-day fishing trawler with four persons was seized, suspected to be awaiting a mid-sea exchange of narcotics. The Sri Lanka Coast Guard Ship (SLCG) Samudraraksha played a crucial role in arresting the suspects and seizing the narcotics on ...

Apr 15, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , ,
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