Twi Language and Dialect in Ghana – What You Need to Know Vowels The Akan vernaculars have about 14 to 15 vowels. Of the 15 vowels, four or five are tense vowels with advanced tongue retraction (ATR), another five are considered ‘Lax’ vowels and have the retracted tongue root. The ‘Lax’ vowels are also represented by the 7 vowel orthography though not comprehensively. The last case of the vowels are the nasal vowels which also are also five in number....

Continuing our obsession with abandoned places, here’s a stunning set of black-and-white photographs of the ruins of the sea. Photographer Jan Smith has captured a collection of abandoned ships on shores throughout the world, still and lifeless having grounded out beyond repair. The textured character of these decaying vessels tells a story of times past, where industry washed ashore and has been left to be forgotten. Fortunately, Jan Smith has resurrected these forgotten vessels through this very artful photography....

This small, remote country near the arctic circle is one of the hottest tourism spots in the world. Why? The most beautiful places in Iceland are home to very unique landscapes. Everything in this country has a larger-than-life feel, and its dramatic natural features are second to none. Whether you visit in summer or during winter, there’s always outstanding beauty to behold. The huge volcanoes, crystal glaciers, numerous cascading waterfalls, and red sand beaches are among the awe-inspiring features to spot....

Wacom has built a healthy reputation on developing some of the most popular stylus tablets for the world of graphic design. This month, Wacom has entered entirely new territory with the Wacom Nextbeat dj controller. Wacom Nextbeat is a stand-alone DJ controller that featuers a wide range of precision controls from effects to sampling to cue and more. If you’re a DJ, you can expect that Nextbeat provides the stable of functionality you desire, and unlike Wacom’s tablets, this one can operate entirely independent of a PC connection....

The next day, he vanishes. He’s nowhere to be found, and you’re left with the question: “Is he ghosting me?” Because of technology, ghosting has reached epidemic levels and shows no signs of stopping; as such, building resilience to protect your self-esteem has become a must. After all, ghosting can hurt. To that end, let’s talk about what ghosting is and why people do it. What Does Ghosting Say About a Person?...

This month, I dove head first into Instagram with a now-active account, @instacoolist. I’ve decided to embrace the square format, the film emulation and instant gratification and share a peek into my day-to-day with all of you. Here’s a look at all the beautiful, interesting and incredible things I saw through my lens in November 2014: An #Instacoolist November. It was a great month. Between two trips to Miami, one trip to Los Angeles and plenty of amazing things at home, there was no shortage of beauty for me to photograph....

You shouldn’t feel emotionally drained and stressed more often than not. Instead, work should be a passionate endeavor that, for the most part, adds joy and fulfillment to your life. It should energize you and give you a sense of purpose and fulfillment. I know, I know — maybe that sounds improbable and unrealistic. Work is work. It’s the thing you have to do to pay for what you need and get a few (or a lot) of the things you want....

Whether you’re looking for something to make your friends laugh or to add a little bit of gravitas to your images, these 100 good Halloween captions are sure to do the trick. From funny puns to sinister one-liners, This article got you covered. So get creative, and let your Halloween spirit run wild! 100 Good Halloween captions Here is a list of good halloween captions that are spooktacular: “Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water…” “Sorry, but no returning home this time....

Those fake friends who are snakes in disguise. They abuse you, use you, and pretend to love you – only to stab you in the back or kick you to the curb when it suits them. Or when you have nothing else to offer them. The betrayal of a friend you thought cared about you is like a needle in your heart. How could they do this to you? And how could you have fallen for their ruse?...

What makes a camper an off-roader is easy to define. They’re typically lifted, giving greater ground clearance for fording streams and heading for the hills. The exteriors aren’t gentle siding with decals but hardy metals and fiberglass, ready to take on branch scrapes and gale force winds. They pack down tightly, since they’ll be jostled and bumped time and again as the terrain tries to knock loose all your survival gear....

Whichever the case, things have changed, and you’re toying with the idea of breaking up. But you’re unsure. What if the relationship is just going through a phase? What if the partnership is just moving into the more mature, less lusty stage (which is perfectly normal)? What are the signs your long-term relationship is over? Pull up a seat because we’re unpacking it all below. When To Call It Quits in a Relationship In some ways, a sudden, dramatic split is a lot easier to handle....

Without it, humans tend to be miserable shells of themselves who plod through life in a fog of depression and displeasure. It’s a remarkably unsatisfying way to live. But when supported by self-love, we can care for ourselves and others, spread joy and compassion, and live up to our full potential. Poems about loving yourself are an excellent reminder of how deserving you are of your own love. 11 Compassionate Self-Love Poems To Focus on Yourself It’s OK to focus on yourself!...

It hurt so badly that you’re closed off to ever trusting someone again. Your trust issues won’t let you engage in another close relationship. You’ve shut down the part of you that longs to have a deep, intimate connection. Maybe it was a past lover. Maybe it was a friend. Or God forbid, it may have happened with both. And the betrayal and pain have left you reeling. When people you care about or love forsake you, it’s natural to slink into the corner and lick your wounds for a while....

Regular, meaningful conversation with your partner allows you to connect and strengthens your relationship. It can help you learn about who they are and what made them that way. However, as true as that may be, it doesn’t make coming up with relationship conversation starters any easier. Thinking of things to talk about can be difficult, or it can feel uncomfortable bringing up certain things. Being prepared with topics for couples to talk about is a great way to ensure you have plenty of engaging conversations....

Whether you have kids or not, being a stay-at-home wife can be a full-time job. It all depends on how you approach the position. So today, we’re looking at how to be a good homemaker — with an eye toward maintaining good mental health and nurturing your own interests. So pull up a screen, and let’s dive in. When Is It a Good Idea To Be a Stay-at-Home Wife? Being a stay-at-home wife isn’t for everyone — but it works beautifully for some couples....

Do your thoughts often revolve around things that make you anxious or upset? Well here’s some good news: You can take control of your thoughts and improve your emotions when you practice positive affirmations. Affirmations are basically a form of auto-suggestion, and when practiced deliberately and repeatedly, they reinforce chemical pathways in the brain, strengthening neural connections. With regular practice, affirmations alter your brain so that you think differently, feel better, and reach goals more easily....

Related Reading: Top 10 EDC Bottle Opener Keychains Those who do subscribe to the life of the scribe and take notes tend to have a leg up, since they’re forever able to keep track of the data and information that slides right by those of us who’re still trying to use our meager minds to keep track of an insane amount of stuff. By putting a little pocket notebook in our jeans we’ll quickly discover how much mental bandwidth we free up merely by not trying to keep everything stored on our hard drive....

To live harmoniously with sharks, it helps to know more about them, their purpose, and thus, how to avoid any dangerous interaction with them. Anyone who wants to swim more safely, enjoy the ocean’s dwellers, and abate some of the fear these powerful creatures inspire will find it takes almost nothing to enjoy paddling alongside our finny friends. Here’s everything you need to know. Likelihood of Being Attacked By a Shark: 1 in 3,748,067 To give you perspective, death by lightning is 1 in 79,746....

Whichever the case, you can no longer deny that something is a bit rotten in the state of one of your friendships. But you’re unsure if you’re reading the signals wrong. After all, relationships of all stripes experience ups and downs. In this post, we’re laying out what relationship red flags look like and how to deal with them. What Are Friendship Red Flags? Generally speaking, a “red flag” is a warning signal....

In honor of this marvelous waste, and the party dreams and far-off destinations they promise, here’s the 18 best superyachts for savoring the sailing life. Heesen Galactica Super Nova The crowned victor of the 2016 Monaco Yacht Show, the Super Nova is an achievement in beauty from the Holland wunder-company working in conjunction with designer Espen Øino. Despite being 230-feet long, and a displacement yacht, the Nova can kick out the RPMs to pull 30 full knots, while looking like the belle of the ball....