How to make a paper steam boat?

ORIGAMI is the art of folding paper into various shapes;to create animals,plants,objects etc. Making a steam boat is a simple one. Follow these steps to make yourself a nice looking steam boat:



Step1: Take a square piece of paper and fold the paper into half both vertically & horizontally. Now fold the same paper along the dotted lines as shown in the figure.



Step2: After you fold the paper along the dotted lines you'll get a diamond shape. Now rotate the object by 45 degree so that you get the square shape and flip it over.












Step3: Now after flipping the paper you'll get an even smaller square,
start folding the paper along the dotted lines as shown in the figure.











Step4: After you fold the paper along the dotted lines,
flip the paper over once more. You'll find that the
shape is still a square but its dimension has got smaller.
You'll also fine four flaps. Now you need to fold the paper
once again as shown in the fugure.











Step5: After you fold the paper as told in step 4 you'll get a shape where there will be four cups. This is shown in the figure. Open any two cups to make the 'Chimney of the steam boat.

THE FOUR CUPS ARE THE ONES POINTED BY MY FINGER.





Step6: After opening the 2 cups for the chimney,
stretch the other two so that you make the boat
shaped structure. This is shown in the figure.










Step7: Once you complete this your steam boat is ready TADA!!!

Liverpool- Bolton (26 Dec 2008)

'THE REDS' BOX BOLTON ON BOXING DAY

This was the first time in 16 years that Liverpool have remained on top of the table on Christmas,the fans enjoying it thoroughly and hoping that their team win the title. They entertained a Bolton side who have never won against 'The Reds' in the recent past at Anfield.Liverpool have dropped vital points at home,playing for a 0-0 draw against Fulham,Stoke City & WestHam Utd. They also drew with Hull City (2-2),dropping points further.These points could have proven costly for Liverpool had their title opponents grabbed their opportunity to pick up points.All the BIG FOUR drew their last couple of games,keeping Liverpool right at the top of the table.

The first half kicked off in the right spirit,the players happy after Christmas and fans even merrier.Kevin Nolan and Steve Gee shook hands before the kick-off. It is learnt that Nolan is scouser (peculier isn't it?).Liverpool dominated possession,going about with the ball with their usual style and creating chances. Liverpool started with two strikers and two proper wingers (Riera & Benayoun). These two wingers can get you crosses into the box as well as dribble the ball past the defenders to create chances for the strikers. Bolton had their best chance when Kevin Nolan broke away from Hyypia and tried to pass the ball to the rushing Gardner but the ball fell right into the hands of the Liverpool keeper. Liverpool got about half a dozen penalty corners in the first half,converting the 5 or 6th one into a goal,courtesy Riera.Liverpool applied pressure and Bolton were defending deep,giving Insua,Alonso,Carragher to take free shots at goal.Carragher who was playing the right fullback in this game hammered a shot just above the goalpost. Both teams went in half-time with a score of 1-0.

Rafa was still not 100% fit to guide his team from the touchline and it was Samy Lee(formerly with Bolton Coaching team) who took the task on his shoulders to guide the team,keeping in constant tough with Rafa who was seen sitting in the stands.Torres should be fit for the Sunday game against Newcastle Utd and give boost to the Liverpool side upfront. Liverpool started off the second half with much more confidence, making it 3-0 just before the one hour mark. Guess who scored the two goals for 'The Reds'? It was Robbie Keane,much criticized lately for his lack of goal scoring form. The second goal went something like this: McCann instead of clearing the ball properly gave away the ball to Steve Gee who took total control of it before passing it to Keane who slotted it pass Jaaskelainen with his left foot. The third goal came because of some intelligent and quick thinking from Pepe Reina. Bolton players were still on Liverpool's box when Reina rolled the ball to Alonso;Benayoun and Keane supporting him on this break run.
Keane made a nice move into the box,giving yards of space for Alonso to pass the ball to Benayoun who then quickly passed the ball into the six yard box where Keane netted his second and wrapping up the game for Liverpool.Sadly Keane could not complete his hat-trick but he is back to his usual form and Liverpool back to winning ways.

With this win Liverpool stay ahead of the pack with Chelsea still hot on their heals and ManU breathing down their necks with still two games in hand. Christmas just got merrier for the Merseysiders.
Go LIVERPOOL!!!

Arsenal-Liverpool ( 21 Dec 2008)

The clash between the BIG FOUR is always awaited with bated breadth amongst supporters of either side, every supporter praying his team come out victorious,some yearning for a cracker of a match,some just praying to watch a good game of football. The clash between GUNNERS & THE REDS on Sunday proved to be an equally contested match,lively and all action packed.

Liverpool,the league leaders flew south to London for their big match before the 'Boxing Day' schedule to stay on top of the league. The Reds started with the worst combination of their kit; grey jerseys and red pants ( not the perfect football attire). The match started off well with Arsenal playing their usual style of football,free-flowing and attacking and Liverpool playing the typical European style football. Liverpool dropped their left full back Dossenna; who was in bad shape against Hull City,replacing him with Insua( a promising left full back). Arsenal had their first chance when Sagna's cross was headed by the Togo striker Adebayor,to fall into Reina's hands. Both teams had good possession of the ball after that but just couldn't penetrate the opponents defence. Arsenal made the breakthrough in the 24th minute when Nasri; the 21 year old French midfielder swooped the ball from the half way mark to Van Persie who controlled the ball superbly,made a quick turn,had the pace to get to the ball before Carragher and slotted the ball into the net with awesome power,beating Pepe Reina. Cheers to Persie for a wonderful goal. But it was not game over, Liverpool are one team who can sting you time and again and that too in the most ulikely circumstances. Last year's Q-final match with Arsenal in the UEFA champions league proved that . Liverpool equalized just before half time and guess who slotted the ball past Alumunia( Arsenal's GK)? It was none other than the much criticized Robbie Keane, Liverpool's costly buy this summer. Keane silenced his critics with that wonderful goal,take calmly with absolute composure.

Liverpool could have netted one more goal before half time,Kuyt getting past Clichy and passing the ball right across the face of the goal to Steve Gee,who slid in with full stretch, just missing the ball by a few cms. Liverpool had a last shot at goal before half time when they received a penalty corner,which was taken rather unconventionally. The ball rolled off to Fabregas who was challenged by Alonso in what looked like a nasty tackle,leaving Fabregas crying when both teams went into the tunnel at half time. Reports confirmed that Fabregas had torn a few ligaments in his knee and would be out for all the festive season's matches. SORRY Fabregas,we'll miss you.

The second half started off well,with Arsenal needing a win to stay on for the title race and remaining in the top four before Christmas. Liverpool played rather defensively, their Assistant manager Sammy Lee giving them instructions because Rafa was still not well to come on to the pitch. The drama started off in the 62nd minute with Adebayor receiving a second yellow card and was sent off by Howard Webb,the match referee. Arsenal was reduced to ten men but Liverpool could not capitalize on this advantage and push for a win. It was Arsenal who tried their level best to go for the winner but the match ended as it had started. Nothing could separate the two teams and both of them walked away with a point each in their bag.

Liverpool-Hull City ( 13 Dec 2008)

Premier League leaders took on the Tigers this weekend in their quest to surge further and stay clear of Chelsea. Liverpool started on an attacking mode,unusual of them. Liverpool take their their own sweet time,keeping plenty of possession but not being aggressive at least for the first quarter, playing typical European side football. This time their intent was clear, get a thumping victory at home,in front of the KOPS. But this tactic proved wrong as they found themselves trailing behind Hull City after 20 minutes of the game. Paul Mcshane flicked the ball (header) past Pepe Reina; who is well known for his clean sheets in almost every match and getting the 'Golden Glove' for the past 2 years. The second goal was gifted to Hull by the local boy Jamie Carragher,who is the best centre back for Liverpool so far,starting in almost every single match;be it EPL or UEFA or any other cup. Carragher made the mistake of clearing the ball with his right leg instead of using his left. The ball was hit with much power by Hull City 'right middle' player Mendi that it couldn't be cleared with the awkward position that Carragher had set himself in.

Liverpool were weak on their left defence,with Aurelio injured and Riise transferred Rafa Benitez had no choice but to play Dossenna, who still proves to be the weak link on the left defence. One thing we all can be assured is that one cannot wite off 'The Reds' until the final whistle is blown. they have come back from the dead time and again this season and this time also was no different. Guess who came to Liverpool's rescue this time?? It was the ever dependable and energetic Stevie Gee, slotting 2 goals for Liverpool in a matter of 8 minutes and adding the extra tinge of excitement to the game. Liverpool kept applying pressure, Alonso's strike just skipping past the post,Hyppia's header hitting the wood work but of no avail. Liverpool just couldn't find the back of the net for the third time,dropping vital two points at home thereby giving chances for other teams to contend for the title. Liverpool's form at Christmas time seems like a jinx for them. Last year they dropped too many points during the same time to finish 4th in the league. Meanwhile Hull City's fairytale continues,they being currently positioned at No.5 in the standings.

The match ended in a draw,giving Chelsea a chance to put their noses in front if they win against the Hammers this Sunday.

Blackburn-Liverpool ( 6 dec 2008)

Liverpool had a great chance last weekend to steer clear of Chelsea by staying 3 points ahead of them but the Nov-Dec period seems to be an unlucky period for the REDS. They failed to secure a win against Fulham at 'Anfield' and also drew with West ham United last week.

This week's fixture against Blackburn Rovers was important both for Liverpool and for Rovers as well. Blackburn lingering at the bottom of the table needed something of this game and Paul Ince, the Blackburn manager was under pressure after seeing his team slump to the bottom three. Liverpool had left Robbie Keane on the bench and decided to play with lone striker Kuyt with Gerrard assisting him upfront. Liverpool started the first half very well,keeping the majority of the ball possession but they lacked quality in the 3rd quarter of the pitch,failing to convert the passes from the midfield into anything. Blackburn were playing a more physical game with their players going after any Liverpool player having the ball and putting them under constant pressure. The best chance Liverpool had in the first half was a through ball to Benayoun from Kuyt which the Israeli midfielder failed to convert after a superb clearance by Warnock. Blackburn almost shocked Liverpool with a Pedersen screamer in the 29th minute of the game. The shot was tipped away by Pepe Rein before hitting the woodwork and bouncing off. Credit to Reina for pulling off an excellent save. Both teams went into half time with a 0-0 scoreline.

Blackburn started the second half with greater confidence and determination, pullling off a few crosses into the Liverpool box and keeping the RED's defenders alert. The deadlock was broken in the 69th minute by the spaniard Xabi Alonso went he sweetly placed the ball in the bottom corner of the net. This time he went for accuracy rather than power in his shot. Liverpool doubled their lead in the 79th minute with Yossi Benayoun puliing off a great goal,getting past Warnock with ease. All seemed going well for Liverpool when the unexpexted happened. Blackburn took the penalty corner quickly while Liverpool was still making changes to their set pieces and Reina clearly off his position. Santa Cruz headed the ball past the Liverpool goalkeeper,giving Blackburn some hope of reviving. They took a chance with getting their players ahead for the equalizer, only to find Liverpool put the ball in the net for the third goal. This time it was captain courageous,taking the shot as cool as possible and making sure Liverpool stays at the top of the Barclays Premier league.

Gerrard's presence in the side creates a sort of a confidence booster for the entire team. Whenever the ball is played to him we can expext something of it,the energy levels and commitment shown by him needs to be applauded. Also the consistency with which he is performing is superb. Hats off to Steve Gee.