A Shopaholic Momma

A Wise Shopper

2009-02-13T12:35:00.002+08:00

A revolutionary step was started to combat the problem in eyesight. It was through the invention of eyeglasses. However, some people who are wearing eyeglasses are not comfortable as they feel awkward about sharing their eye problems to the public. That is why optical manufacturers have come up with stylish and comfortable eyeglasses. Not only people with healthy eyesight were able to wear eyeglasses, even those with healthy eyes are also using them for the sake of fashion trend.

The eyeglasses is indeed a lucrative type of business. And customer satisfaction is a prime purpose for doing so and that is Seeing Straight Without Breaking Bank. As for eyeglasses manufacturer that offers best deals to customers, the New York Times recommends the Prescription eyeglasses for only $8! which was mentioned in their website with the headline, Zenni Optical in the New York Times?! . Many people were inspired and settled for the cheapest eyeglasses of Zenni Optical.

Freedom to Gamble Online

2009-02-02T15:56:00.003+08:00

Playing in traditional casinos are no longer as fun as what online casinos have to offer. Not only the upper class society are fond to play casinos, but also those who simply want to have fun at the comfort of their home. What's good thing about most online casinos is that they often considered as free online casinos for they offer a wide array of game choices for free. Some operate through sponsorship of profit-making casinos.

Casinos that are offered for free online entices more casino players to gamble for money. They allow casino players to enjoy games such as video poker, slots, bingo, lotto and roulette that also offer special bonus casino games as well as competitions. Not only you can play with people of the same location as with you, but also allows you to play with people from all over the world.

Aside from being a source of recreation for many casino players, online casinos also offers an opportunity to understand and learn the ins and outs of the game. And take not, you have nothing to lose so casino players can take the risks as well as mistakes while you are learning more strategies on how to play the games, and also how much would it cost to play the games.

Furniture Shopping Tips

2009-01-27T22:01:00.000+08:00

While many people think that buying contemporary home furniture online just isn't feasible, I maintain that some of the best furniture can came from online shopping experiences. One cannot find some of the truly unique pieces of contemporary as well as patio furniture on the market today solely via local retail furniture stores or outlets; they can only be found via online shopping. Some of the designers and manufacturers of these unique designs do not market them to retail store outlets, opting only to sell them directly to the consumer via online shopping.

Another concern that many people have about shopping for furniture online is that the shipping or freight charges will negate any type of savings they might be able to find at online furniture stores. While this is a very valid concern, the fact remains that online businesses have less overhead and are therefore able to offer goods at severely reduced prices in many cases, such that even with shipping prices included you can oftentimes save 20-40% as compared to physical retail locations.

If you're still unsure about shopping for budget patio, antique, leather furniture, used furniture or contemporary home furniture online, at least use the internet to make better shopping decisions before hitting the pavement in search of new home furniture. You can use the internet to browse styles as well as compare pricing from several different furniture stores, all from the comfort of your office or home.

You can effectively shave off several hours from your next furniture shopping trip by performing comparison shopping and research online. If you already know which stores you will be visiting on your shopping trip keep things simple and visit only the websites of those stores.

Another tip to keep in mind while shopping for patio furniture, whether via retail stores or online is to remember to take measurements of the area where your new piece of furniture will sit. This is especially important if one is in the market for a patio swing that is to attach to an already existing swing frame. Make sure to measure the interior dimensions of the swing frame and then allow enough space between each side of the swing and the frame to allow for side to side movement of the swing. There is nothing more frustrating to sit in or arise from a swing and have it knock against the frame! So make sure there is ample clearance.

And, as a final tip: Be sure to see if there are special coupons or offers available through the various merchants websites.

Colon Cleansing

2009-01-22T21:50:00.004+08:00

I've been hearing about men and even women who have suffered from a colon cancer. And it made me wonder how the illness started, and if there are possible ways to cure it. So I did some research on this illness and learned that a colon has to be cleansed. Yes, according to the Colon Cleanse Reviews, which I have read, there are a lot of ways to clean a colon. And one best way is through the use of a Colon Cleanser.

Colon Cleanse is an effective way of curing illnesses of the colon. It has to be done accordingly and of course through the assistance of medical professionals. For men out there who may be suffering from a colon illness, it's high time that you check this colon cleanser before it's too late. This can help you in one way or another.

The Dangers of Online Shopping - What You Need to Know to Safely Make a Purchase Online

2009-01-07T16:29:00.000+08:00

As time goes by, it would seem that the dangers of online shopping is of no more. Back in the older days, the real online dangers of online shopping was due to the websites that we were making a purchase with. Hackers would hack into those websites and try to steal our information. They would place a bug into the website so that each time someone send the website their credit card information, it would be sent back to those hackers.

That was how it happened many years back. But now it is almost impossible for them. As the Internet gets more attention from users around the world, so has security. Now almost all websites that do handle credit card transactions, use a secured third party service. For example, websites that want to use the credit card function can actually apply for such a service directly from Visa and MasterCard. And there are now many other secure payment options.

Internet security has now become a major business, as many Anti-Virus and Anti-Spyware companies fight for a multi million industry. Now, it makes it almost impossible for hackers to hack those websites to steal our information. That is the main reason, why many involved parties keep claiming that making a purchase in the Internet is as safe as it gets. And to be honest, they do have a point, as the security on those websites are very tight. So, it would seem that the online dangers of online shopping is of no more. Or is it?

Sorry to tell you, but the threat is far from being over. So how do they still steal our information considering that most websites now have security so tight, it would almost seem like a government website. Simple, instead of hacking those websites that have high security, they now target the source itself. Yes, that means both yours and my computer.

Think about it for a moment. Instead of hacking a high security website, wouldn't it be easier to hack normal peoples computer? Let's be honest, those websites use expensive security packages to protect their website and server. But most of us just use a free and out dated version of an Anti-Virus and Anti-Spyware software. Obviously, it would be much easier to hack into our website.

And that is one of the main reasons for why there are so many viruses and spy-wares being spread around the Internet today. Many people might think that they are doing it just for fun, to disrupt another persons computer. But this is perhaps the main reason why those hackers are spreading so many viruses online, which is currently on of the main online dangers. With the wide variety of downloads available, as well as the many website that help promote downloads, the chances of us downloading one of those Spy-Ware is there.

So what can you do about it? The most important thing is to get a good Anti-Virus software that is constantly updated. Remember, new viruses and Spy-ware can't be detected by old Anti-Virus security programs. An updated software is vital to keeping our computer safe. Only once this happens, can we really eliminate the online dangers of online shopping.

Kevin Lopez is a freelancer who has extensive experience in a wide field of professions. The author has over six years of research experience in the Internet Business and Marketing. To learn more about the real dangers of Online Shopping as well as the methods those hackers use to steal our information, please read this article. This will help make sure that none of us will ever fall for their horrible tricks.

Affordable Ecommerce Shopping Cart Software

2008-12-28T17:01:00.001+08:00

Shopping cart is the ideal ally for commercial websites. Generally, it is used during the purchase process on ecommerce websites. It has the same function that the shopping cart from a shopping complex can have: to store the products you have chosen up to the moment of payment.

There are two main types of software. One is related to administrative functions. Web managers can add, edit or delete any product or service from the list you have in your site. The other one is for customers. It assists them with their purchases. In general, ecommerce websites have their own shopping cart and it is always licensed. On the other hand, ecommerce owners can use them by paying a part of their sale.

If you are planning to face the task of running an ecommerce website, you must consider software as one of the most important elements to be added to your site. In addition, you should include it in the budget you are preparing related to your ecommerce project expenses.

When you build an ecommerce website, you must look for the best quote for every component you will include in it. Affordable ecommerce software is possible so you should only find the appropriate provider over the Internet.

Price is only one aspect you should consider when searching for shopping cart software. Shopping cart software is usually offered as a part of a package that includes hosting service. This is the case we have already mentioned above, a hosted cart is the one for which you pay a monthly fee. This type of cart is re-worked every time their users change. Therefore, this option is less expensive than buying a shopping cart software license. It is possible to find other cheaper solutions to face the factor of shopping cart software, but they do not integrate easily hence it will be more expensive in the long run.

If it is time for choosing your own shopping cart software, evaluate other ecommerce websites to determine which sort of cart you prefer. Many shopping cart providers offer customized services. You should also check payment and shipping elements of the shopping cart to be sure that they have the correct configurations. In addition, there are some providers that offer free trials. This is a good possibility of testing if the software fits your particular requirements.

This software function has an essential importance in your ecommerce website to have a good financial control and reduce any extra expense. So, give shopping cart software the importance that it really has and your ecommerce site will improve its performance.

Affordable Ecommerce Shopping Cart Software

2008-12-28T16:33:00.001+08:00

Shopping and Taking Care of Cultured Pearl Earrings

2008-12-17T17:14:00.000+08:00

Cultured pearl earrings are usually small but eye-catching and very expensive. If you want to be sure that you're getting the worth of your money, follow these helpful tips about buying and taking good care of your jewelry investment.

Shopping for Cultured Pearl Earrings
There are a lot of things to consider when sourcing for cultured pearl earrings online and from your usual commercial or specialty store:

Online Auctions - One may find a great bargain online when looking for cultured pearl earrings. The price tags you will see online are usually low to attract and gain share of the market. Make sure that you check whether the online retailer issues a proof of the quality of the pearls that they're selling. This proof may come in the form of a certificate of authenticity similar to the one issued to buyers of gold or diamond jewelry.
Jewelry Websites - You can find good prices for pearl earrings from online shops. Just inquire about their method of delivery so you can make sure that the cultured pearl earrings will get to your doorstep in great condition.
Jewelry Stores - Brick-and-mortar stores offering cultured pearl earrings have vast and great selections of pearls to offer. One major shopping concern though is usually the price, which tends to be higher than in e-commerce stores.
Wholesalers - Jewelry wholesales may occur a few times in a year but shopping for pearl earrings from a wholesale seller is worth the wait and patience. Take advantage of the low rates but be very careful and look for high-quality pearls.

When buying cultured pearl earrings you may want to consider whether you want freshwater pearls or salt water pearls. You may also want to inquire where the pearls came from and what the credentials of the jewelry makers are. Check for imperfections of the pearl by examining its surface for luster, nacre, bumps, shape, reflections, and cracks. If all is well, nothing beats the feeling of getting a discounted price for pearl earrings.

Keeping Cultured Pearl Earrings
Given that cultured pearls are very small, it will be wise to place them in your jewelry case or its container after use.

Cultured pearls are also best to be worn last when dressing up. Pearls easily absorb chemicals from perfumes or cosmetics and may affect its quality. Pearls also react to sweat and oil on our skin.

Pearls can be cleaned using mild soap and water. Just make sure that you dry them well before storing. From time to time, you can also use jewelry cleaners which are specially manufactured for pearls. Use them with soft fabric or cloth damped with water. Avoid vigorous rubbing or brushing of the pearls since they are very sensitive and may get scratched or worse, get chipped off.

After cleaning let them dry in room temperature. Never use a hair blower to dry off cultured pearl earrings. The high temperature may affect the quality of the pearls. Store the pearls separate from other hard jewelries which may scratch, dent, or crack its surface. A soft cloth pouch is best to store your culture pearl earrings.

Open Source Shopping Cart Review

2008-12-06T17:17:00.001+08:00

One of the most important dilemmas facing e-commerce merchants today is which shopping cart solution to choose for their Web stores. The sheer number of options can be daunting - a recent Google search on "online shopping cart" turned up 12.7 million hits, many of them offering shopping cart products of their own. No wonder it's a tough decision.

A good way to narrow the field is deciding what kind of cart is most appropriate for your needs: open source (available at no cost) or proprietary (available for a fee). There was a time when many in the e-commerce world frowned on open source products. Some said they were difficult to install and configure, while others bemoaned their lack of available features and technical support. Fortunately for online entrepreneurs on a budget, those days are all but gone.

The latest open source shopping carts offer pretty much everything you'd find in a proprietary solution, provided you have the basic technical expertise to install and configure them. Most have become much easier to install than previous offerings and include numerous developer contributions for increased features and customization. Technical support tends to come in the form of user forums which, at least for the most popular products, are heavily trafficked and often yield answers in a matter of minutes.

The grandfather of open source shopping carts and still among the most popular is osCommerce. In operation for more than eight years, it now claims 176,100 store owners and offers 4,700 free add-ons. osCommerce is compatible with all PHP 4 versions and features automatic browser-based installation and an object oriented backend.

Another popular choice is ZenCart, which was initially based on osCommerce code but has developed dramatically and is a fully independent product. Known for its long list of added features, ZenCart is PHP-based and uses a MySQL database and HTML components. Its frequently praised gift certificate module allows merchants to create, distribute and manage digital coupons.

An alternative to these two somewhat similar options is Ubercart, a shopping cart product built on top of the leading open source content management system (CMS), Drupal. Designed to take advantage of Drupal's core and other contributed systems, Ubercart gets high marks for its flexibility and intuitive layout.

These are just a few of the open source shopping carts available today. All three are free under the GNU General Public License.

Which of these (or other) open source products would be best for a particular merchant's online store? That depends on individual business needs. Factors like design flexibility, search engine friendliness, reporting and back-end functionality are important to weigh when choosing between products. Most product sites include demos and lists of live sites running the software, which can also help differentiate between competitors.

Uncomfortable with the technical requirements of setting up a shopping cart application? It's possible that open source solutions are not for you. Proprietary programs cost money, but generally offer configuration, design and support services that can take the headache out of launching a store for the less technically inclined. For others - especially smaller merchants with limited startup budgets - open source solutions can provide precious cost savings at a crucial stage of store development.

Christmas is Gift-giving

2008-11-24T18:15:00.001+08:00

Only few weeks to go and it’ll be Christmas. Everyone is looking forward to celebrate this happiest event, the birth of Jesus. And since it is Christmas, gift giving and preparing for sumptuous foods on the table are more likely one of the busy things that we’ll do.

As early as now, I am already making my own list of gifts to give to my love-ones and of course, my godchildren. And speaking of gifts, I already decided to buy my little prince with new sets of toys. I haven’t found cheaper toys online until I stumbled at shopwiki.com where I found these Diecast Toy Vehicles. It offers a lot of miniature cars, and I am planning to get the Chevrolet Corvette Z06. It looks cool for my bratty prince. I will also get my boy an educational laptop for Christmas.

But of course, I won’t take for granted my hobby, which is home decors, so I’d definitely get myself these Decorative Items such as decorative pins, plates, rocks and minerals, and a lot more Collectibles and Memorabila .

How about you? Have you made a shopping list for Christmas? I’d suggest you shop at shopwiki.com; everything that you might be interested in is catered by this shop. Happy shopping!

An Ecommerce solution is not only for big businesses anymore but also for small businesses. Before, only big companies online had ecommerce solutions

2008-10-16T17:20:00.001+08:00

Tel Aviv really is a shopper's paradise. The pure multitude of retail therapy available might even surprise you at first.

So, where to start? Well, it all depends on your budget and what you're looking for, of course. What might prove useful to know is that Tel Aviv has streets devoted to one particular item: spices, jewellery, clothing, furniture, gift items, etc. It might seem a little odd, but it certainly makes it easier for shoppers!

For example, if you're looking for some authentic Israeli furniture you could try Herzl Street, or even the Jaffa Flea Market for some real bargains. If you're looking for cheap quality jewellery go to the Hatikva neighbourhood in south Tel Aviv. And if you're on the hunt for some stylish boutique shops and the latest trends, you should probably shoot for Sheinkin Street (Fridays in Sheinkin are usually absolutely steaming, just be warned) or the rejuvenated Gan HaHashmal.

In addition to these special streets, there are some very stylish shopping malls, such as Dizengoff and Azrieli (yes, that complex of 3 skyscrapers in the middle of the city), where you'll find everything you need. But these are so Westernized I'm not sure you'd really want to travel all the way to Israel to spend your quality shopping time in these...you could also try the upmarket Kikar Medina, Israel's original upmarket shopping area where international designer labels such as Ralph Lauren and Gucci still hang out, or even the Ramat Aviv mall in north Tel Aviv.

Instead, you might want to try something a little more unique. How about Nahalat Binyamin in the centre of the city, where there are bi-weekly art fairs? Highly recommended, but come on Tuesday, rather than the very busy Friday. You could also shoot for the bazaars with designer clothes and crafts that are often held in the exhibition grounds in the north of Tel Aviv, or the port area where some trendy little shops have sprung up recently.

Don't forget the legendary Carmel Market in the centre of the city if you want a genuine Israel experience and are looking for cheap clothing/food.

And, just in case you were wondering, Israeli shopkeepers will be happy to take Israeli Shekels, U.S. dollars or Euros.

OPENING HOURS: Most stores open from Sunday to Thursday between 9:00am and 7:00pm, though these hours may get extended during peak holiday times, especially in the malls. Stores usually close at noon on Friday and open again on Sunday morning (don't forget the working week in Israel starts on Sunday). Shopping malls that do not cater to the religious population may open on Saturdays and others open on Saturday night or holiday nights. Coffee shops and restaurants that do not serve kosher food often remain open on Saturdays.

Note: If you want a VAT refund on your purchases, hold tight to your receipts and when leaving Israel you should be able to get it all refunded, as long as the shop you purchased from is part of the VAT refund program.

Shopping Carts For Convenient Online Shopping

2008-09-14T17:18:00.001+08:00

An Ecommerce solution is not only for big businesses anymore but also for small businesses. Before, only big companies online had ecommerce solutions that made it possible for them to conduct transactions with their customers at a very convenient way such as credit card payments. However, these days ecommerce solutions are made available for any businesses, big or small, that sell things on the internet. So, it is now possible for everyone to make online payments when they want to buy things over the internet. With ecommerce's popularity these days, ecommerce web sites are mushrooming the internet to sell their products online.

Many businesses have seen the potential of increasing their sales by selling online. With this rapid development in conducting sales online, so did the definition for ecommerce solution. This term can be defined in many aspects. It can refer to a software that designs web sites that cater to selling products or services online. Or it can also refer to a software that hosts other web sites. Whichever way you will define it, ecommerce solution is for everyone doing business on the internet. It can do many things to make your online business flourish. With a hassle-free payment scheme, online shoppers are more encouraged to make purchases online.

Some people would even prefer to do online shopping than buying from department stores. However, it can also be a tedious task to find the most suitable ecommerce solution to suit your business needs. There are many stores that offer a free trial period of which you may avail at no cost. You may also avail of their money back guarantee if in case you will not be satisfied by their product. Do not forget to always find and avail of the best deal. You can look for ecommerce solution providers that can give you an easy installation process, customizable solutions, and guaranteed results with powerful marketing tools and affiliate programs.

For your web site to attract more shoppers, you should provide the right ecommerce solution such as a shopping cart software which can be acquired separately or through a package. This software will enable you to sell your products easily and conveniently. Furthermore, this type of ecommerce solution can help you change or edit items and prices in a less complicated manner. As a matter of fact, this software is easy to maintain and flexible. It can even lessen the task of stock inventory on your part. Most of these softwares are easy to understand. Having a shopping cart software cannot guarantee 100% boost in sales for there are many things that can happen while the customer is shopping on your site.

For one, a good percentage of customers abandon their shopping carts at checkout. You thought all the while that they are buying your product, but at the last leg of the payment process, they just abandon their carts. If you are experiencing this problem or you want to avoid it from happening, you can read The Truth About Online Payments. It will tell you how to choose and implement the best online payment solutions. Indeed, having the right ecommerce solution for your web site can really contribute to your success. As there are many choices available, be careful in picking out the right one for you.

10 Random Things About Me

2008-08-06T00:56:00.000+08:00

Here's the rule for this tag:

Once you have been tagged, you have to write a blog with 10 weird, random things, facts, habits, or goals about yourself. At the end, choose 10 people to be tagged, listing their names and why you chose them. Don't forget to leave them a comment ("You're it") and ask them to read your blog. You can't tag the person who tagged you.

Now, here's my list:

1. I am a work-at-home mom now, doing three roles everyday: freelancer, nanny, housekeeper

2. I always love to be busy, especially if it gives me more "moolah", lolz!

3. I have a sweet tooth...name it, and I'll surely bite them all! yummy!

4. My heart is for the unfortunate ones so I feel like helping whenever I have much for myself.

5. I am a detail-oriented person, so expect me to have my documents and stuffs organized, even important conversation saved in a file. (ebidenxa!)

6. I am friendly, but B-E-W-A-R-E! When I get hurt, I won't let it pass until I get even (An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth) Sorry...

7. I am a dreamer...I want to be a CPA, Interior Designer, Web Designer, Lawyer and NBI agent, but my ultimate dream is to become R-I-C-H!!!

8. I got pregnant at the age of 20 to a cute and smart 'lil boy. I love you my prince!

9. I am uber meticulous when it comes to the tiniest detail at home. I want everything to be organized, arranged in a way that satisfies my eyes, even curtains should flow into place, etc.

10. I may be merciful, but not to arrogant peeps! As long as I am RIGHT, I won't allow you to step on me, ever!

Stylish Eyeglasses

2008-07-16T12:25:00.002+08:00

Wearing eyeglasses doesn’t have to be dull and boring. You can certainly be as fashionable and stylish as you can as long as you know the right choice of eyeglasses. The Incredible Stylish New Frames From Zenni, for instance, can give you the look you ever wish for. It’s true that there’s a huge selection of Zenni Optical $ 8 Rx Eyeglasses. So if you haven’t gotten one, go and read the Zenni Optical $ 8 Rx Eyeglasses. You’ll know more about it when you read on the Zenni Optical was on FOX news!.

The Return of My Long, Silky Black Hair

2008-07-07T00:16:00.002+08:00

Sometimes I do regret of cutting my hair. Now I am missing those times when my hair was still long, straight and silky. I actually had the best out of my hair during my pregnancy. I don’t really know why the opposite happens. I heard from a lot of people that once you get pregnant, the calcium in your body is absorbed by the baby in your womb, which results to the mother having bad hair and teeth.

Well, I guess it only happened to some but not me. And I was thankful that I still had a healthy hair even when I was pregnant. But now that I cut my hair short, oh well, not really short, but I wish I just let it grow long. I could have cared for it the best way I can. Anyway, I’m still not losing hope as there will always be a next time for me. And it seems that I only have to wait for a month or two, and voila my hair will be long again. And I promise that I will take good care of it. But of course, I won’t make it if I don’t have the best shampoo and conditioner in the shower, right?

It’s just a good thing, that mybumbleandbumble.com came in to the rescue. It’s never too late yet, in fact, it is way earlier for me to have the long hair I have been wanting now. Mybumbleandbumble.com will surely give me a year-long and even forever-long supply of Seaweed Shampoo and of course, it won’t work alone if without the Seaweed Conditioner so I will more likely get the Seaweed Shampoo and Conditioner Combo for a full blast of renewing my hair into a long, silky, black hair once again.

How about you? Your hair might also need some treatment. In that case, I suggest that you go to mybumbleandbumble.com for their best shampoo and conditioner that will perfectly revive your hair into healthy, silky and shiny hair..com

Tips for Cutting Your Grocery Bill

2008-07-05T10:52:00.000+08:00

1. Attitude of gratitude -- A long journey begins with a single step and this is your first step. Begin with your own attitude towards being frugal, because it will impact the rest of your family. How can they be excited about changes if you aren't? So start by being thankful for all that you have, even if your life seems far from perfect (Guess what? We ALL feel that way! ).

2. Use Everything -- when you are cooking, think about how you can get every last food mile out of what you are making. Meat bones and vegetable trimmings can be made into wonderful stocks. Leftover vegetables and meats can be thrown into the same stock for free soups and stews or put into pot pies, homemade "hot pockets", crepes, casseroles, you name it. Look at food waste in an entirely new light, try to get every thing out of your food dollar!

3. The Price Book -- This is the most useful tool in making sure that every food dollar you spend is spent well. The basic idea of the price book is to have a system for tracking prices so that when you see something on sale, you will know whether it is really a good buy or not. I use a three ring binder and looseleaf paper. At the top of each page, I put several column headings: Date, Store, Item, Size, Price, Unit Price, Sale. At the top right hand corner of the paper, I put the name of the item (such as "bread", "milk", "cereal", etc). When I see a sale or even a regular price, I write it down in the price book. It is easier to do this at home with store receipts or sale ads, instead of in the store, where some employees may mistake you for a competitor's spy -- it does happen! After a few months of tracking prices, you will know what is a good deal and what is not. The most important section of the price book is the unit price, because that tells you, no matter what size the item, how much you are actually paying per pound or ounce or other unit of measure.

4. Bulk Buying -- With the price book in hand, you will be able to bulk buy with much more confidence. Now when flour goes down to 49 cents for a 5 pound bag, you will know that this is an excellent price and to stock up. Then when it goes back up over a dollar, you'll still be using the flour that you bought for the lowest price and smiling.

Bulk buying can be a little scary at first. Buying so much can be intimidating. How will I use this all? How will I store it? The answer is to get creative.Things that can be kept at room temperature can be stored under beds, in closets, anywhere. This is especially true of canned goods. Flour can be frozen (to prevent weevils) and then stored in airtight containers at room temperature.

5. Use your freezer -- Eventually you will want to have a deep freeze to stock up on good deals on meats and other frozen items. A freezer is a great investment and tightwad tool. If you can get an older one cheap, it may be a good deal if it is still efficient -- 10-15 year old models are ok, but a 30 year old freezer will cost a bundle in energy. Check out newer, more efficient models and put the word out that you are looking for a freezer.

We got our freezer (now 15 years old ) from my husband's grandmother who found they just didn't eat enough to justify having a big one anymore. It has served us well and saved us thousands of dollars on groceries, in the 5 years we have had it.

6. Cut down/out on the junk food -- If you can get the tribe to completely give up the soda, chips, cookies, candy, etc, good for you! We have been working towards this goal for some time now, and have managed to cut out soda (we still drink kool aid ), most cake, and alcohol (I consider this to be junk, you have to decide for yourself). We have cut down on baked goods, and I make any we eat from scratch. We still buy chips for lunches only, and enjoy popcorn and homemade pizza on our weekly movie night.

7. Make it yourself -- Ban those convenience foods! If you can't totally cut out junk foods, make them yourself. A large homemade pizza costs about $2-$3 to make, compared to frozen pizzas which are typically $3-5 for a small size and delivery pizzas which run you about $8-20 each. If you bulk buy the ingredients and make the dough and/or sauce from scratch, it can be even cheaper to eat in (follow this link for pizza making recipes and photo instructions). Which leads us to the next idea:

8. Cut down or stop eating at restaurants -- Make it a special occasion to go out to eat rather than a common event. Eat out once a month and use coupons to cut costs even further.

9. Clone your favorite brand name and restaurant recipes -- This is not as hard as it sounds. Most popular convenience foods and restaurant foods were inspired by their homemade counterparts. Ther secret to recreating these foods well is to go back to the original homemade versions. Many basic cookbooks have wonderful recipes for homemade sauces, breads, etc. There are some great cookbooks that strive to duplicate some of the more favorite purchased foods. One of the best is called Top Secret Recipes by Todd Wilbur. He has three books out with more in the works. Click here for more information or to order through Amazon.com.

10. Eat less meat -- Does spaghetti really have to have all those meatballs? Does your pizza really have to have all of that meat on it? Only you will know for sure what your family will miss and what it won't. Many other cultures use meat sparingly in their dishes. Check out Asian and Indian recipes in particular. Try to think of meat as an accent to the dinner rather than the main course. If this is too difficult, try cutting portion sizes of meats and adding more side dishes to compensate. There is always a way to cut down on meat consumption.

11. Stretch Meats -- You may be able to get away with extending your meat by mixing in extra veggies, grains or even TVP (textured vegetable protein). TVP is made from soybeans and there are quite a few restaurants that use it, so it may be more familiar than you think (it's also very healthy). It comes in chunks or crumbled. It is dry and can be rehydrated before using or in the actual recipe you are using it in. You can hide it best in ground beef dishes, especially, dark ones, like chili. If TVP is not an option, stretch meats by cutting amounts in recipes and adding more beans, veggies or grains to the dish until your family complains, then ad back in a enough to make them happy.

12. Use your leftovers -- Get a free meal by saving those leftovers. If you think you will forget about them, label them and freeze. On leftover night, have a smorgasbord. You can also create "party trays" with smidgeons of this and that arranged prettily. Restaurants offer these, why can't you?

13. Pack your luches -- This is a great way to use up leftovers. Lunches don't have to be boring either. Think of items you might order at a deli and duplicate them at home. I send the hubby and kids with homemade hoagies, pitas stuffed with tuna, BLTs, pigs in blankets, cold pizza (they love this), bologna burritos (just a bologna sandwich on a tortilla instead of bread), and homemade hot pockets. I always have them participate in the lunch decisions or in actually making the lunches. This helps stem complaints. I include nonmessy fruits like bananas, apples and grapes, dried fruit, trail mix, popcorn, chips and homemade goodie -- cookies, pudding, rice krispy treats, etc. Click here for lots more creativ brown bag lunch tips, ideas and recipes.

14. Take drinks with you -- If you are working and spend money on coffee, buy a thermos and take your own. Take along water or tea in a big jug on outings, especially during the summer months -- this will help you resist the temptation of stopping at a fast food joint and ordering an overpriced, undernourishing soda. Pack drinks for the kids if you pack their lunches. When I did the math with my price book, I found to my amazement that the half pints of milk from the subsidized milk program are much more expensive than sending milk I buy at the store! Here a half pint (1 cup) of milk at school costs 25 cents, but the milk I buy at Aldi is $1.79 a gallon, or 11 cents a cup. I can send my kids to school with twice as much milk and still save money.

15. Fill up on healthier foods -- As you may have noticed from the selection of lunches above, I try to include healthy foods in the kid's lunches. I try to offer fruits and popcorn as snacks, rather than junk food, I offer them water between meals with the occasional Koolaid. I buy whole grain breads only and try to make mostly whole or half white/half whole grain baked goods. Any change is better than none. Whole grains and healthy foods fill you up and nourish you. You will eat less and crave less because your body is nourished more. Think of wholesome foods as an investment in your health. You may also find yourself visiting the doctor less often.

I love Social Spark

2008-07-03T12:46:00.000+08:00

A year ago while I was looking for ways to earn extra income aside from my job in a BPO Company, I stumbled upon monetized blogging where I did earn a lot, not to mention, more bucks of money almost twice a week. And that made me more grateful about it. I am not just earning the average wage from my job, I am also able to double or triple it through my paid blogging.

My blogging career was in full bloom for many months since I started doing it, but it suddenly turned out from being great to better the past two months. The blog opportunities slowed down, but I didn’t lose hope. My enthusiasm is here again when I came to know SocialSpark.

It’s been more than a month already that I joined this social marketing and paid blogging site. And I definitely love it the first time I joined here. Why? It’s because it doesn’t only give me the chance to earn more bucks of income from its huge sponsored opportunities, it also helps me drive more traffic to my number of blogs. Yes, hundreds of bloggers are constantly visiting the site, most are making friends with you, leaving you votes on your blogs so that advertisers will know how your blog is rated by other bloggers. Plus, I am able to make more friends who happen to be like me, a passionate blogger and at the same time a blogger mommy.

I told myself that I will forever be grateful with Social Spark. My enthusiasm might have already stopped if not for the inspiration that this social network blogging community has given me.

Shopping Guide at the Supermarket

2008-06-11T15:28:00.002+08:00

Is the supermarket a place where you listen to elevator music while dragging your feet through aisle after aisle in boredom? Or is it a chance to fill your cart with choices and maybe get handed a free sample while you shop?

Despite the music, supermarket shopping can be interesting. After all, once you've chosen those tasty foods, you get to eat them. Before you grab a shopping cart and head for the aisles, check out these tips for smart and healthy supermarket shopping.

Right Time, Right Place

You can go to a supermarket almost any time you want - many are open 24 hours. Choosing a time and place for your food shopping can help you shop smarter. Here are some other thoughts on when and where to shop:

Don't shop when you're hungry. If your stomach is grumbling when you enter the store, you'll be a goner when you see all those tasty treats. Eat a healthy snack or meal before you go to the supermarket.
Pick the best supermarket for you. If you have a choice on where to shop, think about the kinds of things that you want the store to have. A salad bar? A vegetarian or organic section? An awesome seafood department or bakery? Double coupons? Choose the things that make it convenient and easy for you to eat right. And once you've found a store you like, stick with it. Knowing where to find the things you want in the store will help you find them faster.
Shop during off-peak times. Did you ever get stuck behind a slowpoke pushing the cart in front of you because the store's so crowded? Try to avoid stores when they're likely to be busiest - after work hours (weekdays between 5 and 7 PM) and weekend mornings, for example. The best time to shop is very early in the morning or on a popular TV night - you can set your VCR, do your shopping, and watch the shows later.

Make a List and Use It (Mostly)

There are thousands of foods to choose from in a supermarket, so it's easy to get tempted or forget something you really need. Making a list saves time in the store. Also, plan the recipes that you want to make in the next few days and list the ingredients you'll need. By making a list, you will:

plan better for what you're going to cook
avoid going back to the supermarket for a forgotten ingredient
eat healthier and avoid reaching for something on impulse
save money by not grabbing foods that aren't on the list

But even with a list, you need to make some decisions at the supermarket. After all, you can't get zucchini and avocados if the supermarket doesn't have them! It helps to think like the TV chefs. They make lists of the ingredients they need, but they also approach shopping with a second important goal: They look over the meats and produce for what's freshest and what's a good deal. That doesn't mean that chefs buy half-rotten red onions because they're on sale! It means that if a recipe calls for red onions but they look bad, the chef chooses another kind of onion that looks best. Or if a certain fish is freshest or on special, the chef might choose it over the type of fish on the shopping list.

Label Lingo

A big part of smart shopping is selecting healthy foods. Food labels, also called Nutrition Facts labels, are printed on all packaged foods and are posted near produce, meats, poultry, and fish. These labels let you compare different foods to see how they differ in fat, calories, protein, and other ingredients. For example, you can compare the serving sizes of two cereals you like, see how much fat is in frozen pizza, or find out how many carbohydrates are in a bag of cookies. You also can check to see if a food contains important vitamins and minerals.

Smart shoppers are especially careful about the health claims on food packaging. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration decides whether manufacturers can call their foods "healthy" or "low fat." However, it's up to shoppers to put these claims in perspective for their own nutritional needs and eating habits. For example, "reduced fat" cookies might not actually be low in fat. They're just required to have less fat than the regular version of a particular cookie - and that original version may be much higher in fat than other cookies. Here are just a few of the terms you might see while you shop:

Healthy - the food is low in fat (especially saturated fat or trans fat, which have been linked to heart disease) and has limited amounts of cholesterol and sodium.
Free (for example, sugar free) - the food contains only tiny amounts of fat, saturated fat, sodium, sugar, cholesterol, or calories per serving.
Good source - one serving provides 10% to 19% of your total daily needs for a specific nutrient.
Low sodium - one serving has 140 milligrams of sodium or less.
Low cholesterol - one serving has 20 milligrams of cholesterol or less and 2 grams or less of saturated fat.
Low fat - one serving contains 3 grams of fat or less.
Reduced (for example, reduced fat) - one serving has 25% less fat, saturated fat, sodium, sugar, cholesterol, or calories per serving than the regular version of the food.
Light (or lite) - one serving has 50% less fat or one third fewer calories than the regular version of the food.

Get the Most From What You Buy

By planning to make recipes and keeping a grocery list, you've already helped guarantee that you'll use the foods you buy. Here are some more tips that will help you get the right nutrition and avoid wasting food:

Buy enough food to last until your next shopping trip. If you have healthy foods on hand, you'll be less likely to reach for unhealthy ones. Obviously foods like fruit, vegetables, fish, and meat are perishable and will spoil quickly so you can't buy these as far in advance as other foods.
Wash and cut up some fruits and veggies right away. This way, they'll be less likely to sit in the back of the fridge and turn to mush while you reach for the cookies and ice cream. Keep them in small containers or bags in the front of the fridge where you can easily grab a healthy snack.
Cook in advance. You might not feel like cooking after a busy day, and it's tempting to cruise the drive-thru window. To avoid this problem, cook some meals in advance. When you have time at home, cook a meal and put it in the fridge. If you're making a favorite dish, prepare a double amount of the recipe and freeze the extra portion. This way, when you're tired and hungry, you just need to pop a plate of food in the microwave - and your groceries won't go to waste!

Do things that will help you enjoy food shopping, such as picking a new and interesting ingredient or spice to try each week. Smart shopping is a lifelong habit, and it will quickly become second nature to you.

Winter Weather Survival with Stylish Boots

2008-06-11T15:08:00.002+08:00

Hit by that first blast of winter snow, freezing weather, gusting winds, and your sense of style can be on a slippery slope.

There are those style sisters who trudge ahead mindless of the bad winter weather in delicate, flimsy footwear thinking they look chic—but we consider them to look pretty dumb! A smart and stylish fashionista knows that looking great means dressing appropriately for the weather. You don’t have to dress one part fashion darling and one part Ethan Frome to bear the elements, there are certainly enough stylish boots to keep your feet waterproof and toasty too.

Who knew snow boots could be sexy?! We love the look of La Canadienne boots that are guaranteed waterproof and have a very stylish high-ish heel- you’ll look gorgeous from your front door right to a business meeting, and all the out to dinner without getting your tootsies wet. For more casual days, go chalet chic and pair a groovy looking après ski boot with a pair of dark leggings and big, cuddly sweater dress--add a structured jacket to keep to a more urban feel.

Those sheepskin boots have been hanging around for awhile, this season they are updated with prints and textures—we love the faux cable knit pattern on the sheepskin boots with a gekko grip sole from Warmbat Australia that still look cute when worn with a pair of tucked in skinny jeans.

Once the ground is a bit slushy, you need a winter boot with great traction but not necessarily a heavy-duty snow boot. Nothing beats a few spritzes of waterproof spray to turn any boot into a winter-savvy boot in no time. UGG Australia have a great line of winter leather boots with sheepskin sock liners that keep to urban aesthetics while still letting you put up with the elements—we love the rugged UGG Liberty boot for its slightly western, tad motorcycle feel.

Sometimes ordinary snow boots are not enough. When the weather is out of control, the Sorrel Glacier is the smartest extreme weather boots Sorel rated for 100°F/-74°C—ouch! Style Update- Kate Hudson was spotted wearing these Sorel Boots in Aspen!

My Bag Cares

2008-06-11T14:56:00.004+08:00

The eco chic “I’m Not A Plastic Bag” phenomenon by luxury handbag designer Anya Hindmarch created quite a stir a few seasons ago.

Not only did Hindmarch’s designer green awareness bags sell out in a matter of hours, but Whole Foods ceased distributing non-reusable plastic bags across their stores in the US, Canada, and the UK.

The crazy thing is that the once hot eco designer-bag-with-a-message sold at a health food supermarket has become fodder for the counterfeit set and can be seen hung from the sidewalk stalls with all their other cheesy knock-offs of “luxury” goods-- not exactly an extension of the pc eco message but still sported by harebrained wannabe fashionistas.

Fast-forward to a far more altruistic way to share your care for a greener planet. The real deal My Bag Cares ™ not only spreads the recyclable alternative message to plastic and paper bags, but for every natural fiber eco bag purchased, one tree will be planted in your name in cooperation with the Arbor Day Foundation.

Now for all of those so eager to seed a little bit of themselves, what a better way than with the growth of a new tree? My Bag Cares for those who understand that it’s chic to be smart.

New Original Series In Plain Sight

2008-06-08T13:58:00.001+08:00

The peculiar personas have finally arrived. Yes it is on the first of June that you will be able to watch Mary Shannon, Marshall Mann, Raphael Ramirez, Stan McQueen, Jinx Shannon, Brandi Shannon and of course, Bobby D. So who are these persons? They are no other than but the peculiar personas at the movie show, USA Network's new original series In Plain Sight.

I have already read the plot of the story and I can say that I can relate to Mary Shannon in some ways like the way she thinks and presents herself. She is tough and confident to do something she really wants. She also wants to protect her family the best way she can even if it would mean keeping secrets from them.

As for the other characters, I must say that some of them are true to my acquaintances. Like Brandi Shannon who acts the same way as one of my friends who is an easy-go-lucky person and don’t take life seriously.

For the rest of the plot, you got to watch this most awaited new original series of In Plain Sight by USA Network. You will surely love the entire story and it’s definitely a must-see. So don’t miss it guys!

Fun with a PlayStation+3

2008-06-08T00:00:00.002+08:00

While almost everything today is overpriced, most of us would definitely cut our expenses to fit our budget. But we would always want to enjoy our life despite this fact. Like for instance, we want to have some fun offered through the latest gadget that is now out of the market, we give our extra effort to be able to get what we need, may it be a luxury for some.

If budget is bothering you then, you can always have the chance of getting what you want at a not-so-expensive amount. Yes, it’s certainly true. Not only that you can have anything you want without lining up to the long lines at the shopping malls and sweat a lot just to find the best product you are shopping for. So are you getting excited to know what I am pertaining to? It’s no other than but my best found shopping store, and it’s purely online at Shopwiki. Many are getting into online shopping as it is hassle-free and less expensive as compared to our local shopping malls. Plus, you can easily find what you are shopping for in just a few clicks of the mouse as the shopping products are presented organized and with the detailed features you need to know.

As for me, I am eyeing on their PlaysStation+3 especially when I get to read its amazing features that makes me want to buy it soon. I can surely have fun with I can finally have it at hand.

Sexy Feet on Strappy Sandals

2008-05-28T23:51:00.006+08:00

Edith: P1,640

These strappy goodies have piqued my interest, these offerings from Methilation will surely make you love them all the more.

If you’re not satisfied with the gladiators out in the market because there are limited styles and colors to choose from—or they just aren’t strappy enough—then check out these styles from Methilation’s online store. Prepare to drool after the jump.

Geneva: P1,780

Magen: P1,320

Password by Call

2008-05-24T23:54:00.001+08:00

Were you making contents on your websites or blogs, but wish them to remain restricted so people can only get access when they pay? Perhaps, it’s your one way of making it a business. But why don’t you expand your capacity to be read? You probably wish to drive more and more traffic. But that can only be possible if you let other nationalities get into your content. And that would mean letting them understand in their own language the transaction details that they will need to get an access.

If that is so, using a password by call is a wise thing you can do so far. And I tell you, it’ll surely be of great help as it comes in various languages so your customers can feel at ease and be contented in understanding on what has to be done to be able to get into your content.

No need to worry, you are not required to have a credit card just to be able to sell passwords all over the world. All you have to do is dial the phone and voila! You can now begin watching your content’s traffic increasing as well as your business expanding all throughout.

Funny Videos at Bush League

2008-05-24T22:50:00.003+08:00

You probably know the fact that both men and women have their own differences. If women have their own lifestyle, men also do have their own lifestyle which is quite far from what women have. They enjoy the company of their fellow men, drinking alcoholic beverages, smoking while women are around them. But aside from these common lifestyle which men are famous of, they also enjoy watching funny videos, and I guess most of you are also fond of it. But known much for this videos is the mens lifestyle. However, watching funny videos cannot just only be for men alone because even women also enjoy watching them at their leisure time. All of us feel really good every time we enjoy laughing. As what an adage says, “Laughter is the best medicine,” this is what many people believe in so they really make use and enjoy watching videos to help them get out of their shell and laugh all day and night.

So if you are one of them and you’d love watching funny videos, you just have to open and enjoy watching at bush league. It’ll surely eases your boredom so it won’t hurt if you watch their funny videos and laugh.

Hubby Had to Leave for 3 Days

2008-05-15T19:24:00.001+08:00

Hubby woke me up early this morning to prepare for his trip. He'll be attending a meeting with his boss, coordinator and his co-auditors all over Luzon. He was told days ago about the meeting and all the while we thought that the meeting will only take a day. But just this morning when his boss texted him to bring clothes for a 2-day meeting. Sigh! I'll miss him as much as Bendyk will miss him. He'll meet my bro. at Philtranco, Cubao tonight. Hope they can have some clean fun hahaha!

How we wish we could come with him, stroll around the malls in Metro Manila, especially the newest tourist spot, Manila Ocean Park. But because of our tight budget, we just have to wait for his next trip to Manila. Hayyzzz! I miss Manila, the huge malls, the heavy traffic, gigantic buildings especially the sweat-free elevators, the busy street vendors, and the like.

Soon, I'll be coming home, Manila, Manila...hahaha! napakanta na, lolz! Anyway, I hope and pray that hubby may have a safe trip to and fro Manila. While Bendyk and I are left here but tonight and the following night, hubby's cousin will be staying here with us.

We'll miss you hubby! See yah soon...mwah!

Customer Service or Customer No Service - Part 2

2008-05-14T18:53:00.000+08:00

Not Feeling Well, sniff! sniff!

2008-05-14T11:17:00.000+08:00

I can finally get in touch with my techie-buddy again. I can't live without this hahaha! Exaj! Anyway, this will just be a quick post 'cause I'm not feeling well today. You see, yesterday until midnight I was busy packing and unpacking our stuffs. As what I have mentioned in my previous post, we had our "lipat-bahay" scene again, arrrgghhh! Yea, t'was tiring. And during times like that, I needed my techie-buddy to back me up, soothe my fingers and vision to help me get back into my normal state. Whew! Relocation, relocation, relocation would mean another set of expenditures. And I just hate it especially when I already paid for my internet broadband connection and yet I still have to pay for the relocation fee.

Oh man! What's going on here?! Alright let's just forget all the troubles of life these days. The important thing is, I am settling everything one step at a time. So there, I went to Smart Wireless Centre although it was raining, paid for the relocation fee, and woooaaahh! I just hate it when I get too excited, and upon learning that I had to wait for 3 days to 1 week for them to set everything up...What are you talking about miss?! I dragged myself in that wireless center amidst the rain and you were telling me that I had to wait that long?! Pa*sy*t!

Well, God still loves me. Kuya, the tech support of Smart Wireless Centre who came over here early in the morning got back to help me out of this trouble. I hate waiting for days just to restore my broadband connection. So at last! I finally have with me my techie-buddy's internet! Yipee! Need to cuddle my pillow now. I badly needed a nap 'cause my head is aching and in just a while I think I'll be suffering from colds and flu. Sniff! Sniff! Blame it to the rain! Sigh!

Searching for a House for Rent

2008-05-12T23:15:00.000+08:00

The whole day was spent searching for a house for rent. Yea I know, I know, public transportation is on strike today and will end til midnight. But the eagerness to find a new haven for us makes me hard-headed again. Well, we've been searching for a studio-type to rent for almost 2 days already. A studio-type home because it'll only be Bendyk, hubby and me who will be staying there. We're not that big to occupy the entire space at home so it'll be more practical to choose a not-so-big home.

But we didn't find any at Barriada so even if it's raining, hubby and I walked straight to Our Lady's Village, wishing to finally find a studio-type home. You see, we have to leave this house even though it's so big and fully furnished for us. There are just some people who are so "makakapal" to stay here even if they are not welcome anymore. These two people do wear thick faces to stick and stay here despite the fact that I am sending them away of this house since they aren't actually renting here and the fact that the woman is supposed to be with her kids whom she left at her mom's custody which I just knew days ago. And worst, mom is the one feeding them since the man has no more job. D'oh! Well, mom can't send them away 'cause she's always the hospitable woman I know. Arrrggghhh! It's a different story! So better get out of this house before I blow fire again! I am trying to hold my temper, but staying here for a few more days would certainly provoke me to give them a new set of hit! Darn! Uber sa kapal!

How I wish we could have our home which we can call our own. Sigh! When will riches knock on us? I just wish hubby can already have his promised house and lot from her aunt. Well, it'll take two more years I guess and it'll be in a faraway land, right within the vicinity of their farm-resort in Silang, Cavite. Waaah! Super layo naman nun sa kabihasnan. ==> : (

But we need a home now. And I mean it ASAP. Luckily, as we walked through Our Lady's Village today, we found that "House 4 Rent" posted on the tree. And good thing, the landlord as well as his family is hospitable to let us rent the house. It wasn't actually a big one as compared to this house we currently stay in. I guess it's only half of the size of this house. But it's already good for us. It has 1 bedroom, living room, kitchen, dining space, and comfort room. We also have our own small gate and the windows have screens and grills. And the monthly rent, which is 2,500php is not that expensive so it'll be easy on our pocket. Practicality has to be with us these days especially that the prices of products and even services are gradually increasing to our dismay.

So tomorrow will be another "lipat-bahay" scene. Hayyyz

Happy 24th Birthday Hubby!!!

2008-05-08T23:34:00.001+08:00

Today, May 8, 2008 is my hubby's birthday! Yipee! He's now 24 years old. Tumatanda ka na hubby nyahaha! So what's for today? Well, I was actually planing days before his birthday that we'll be having a simple pool party. It was actually a surprise gift from me. But since I've already talked to his cousins about the plan, they forgot to zip their mouth when hubby came home, arrrggghhh! I knew it from the start that he won't like it. He hate spending too much for himself, even if it's for his birthday. Sigh!

Anyway, I just gave him a new Puma sneakers as my gift. I hate his fave Chuck Taylor sneakers. Well, he likes my gift so no need to argue, lolz!

Mah gift for his 24th birthday...

So today, we'll just go out for a date (kiligar hahaha!) We decided to watch a movie at the theater, a 'lil shopping and dine out. I'll also buy him a cake so he can make a wish and blow his candle...Yey! And oh, a cake would be a good "pulutan" for tonight. Yes! We're going to celebrate here (yes, right here)...2 pairs of beer bottles will do, a lampshade on and with background music. Oh how romantic! I know he'll love it...

So till here for now peeps...I'll be having my date with hubby (kiligar nyahahaha!)
ciao!

A Lesson for a Lifetime

2008-05-02T11:50:00.000+08:00

Le'mme share this very inspiring story with you peeps...

When I arrived at 6 a.m. in the large hospital kitchen, Rose was already checking name tags on the trays against the patient roster. Stainless steel shelves held rows of breakfast trays which we would soon be serving.

"Hi, I'm Janet." I tried to sound cheerful, although I already knew Rose's reputation for being impossible to work with. "I'm scheduled to work with you this week."

Rose, a middle-aged woman with graying hair, stopped what she was doing and peered over her reading glasses. I could tell from her expression she wasn't pleased to see a student worker.

"What do you want me to do? Start the coffee?"

Rose sullenly nodded and went back to checking name tags.

I filled the 40-cup pot with cold water and began making the coffee when Rose gruffly snapped, "That's not the way to make coffee." She stepped in and took over.

"I was just doing it the way our supervisor showed us to do it," I said in astonishment.

"The patients like the coffee better the way I do it," she replied curtly.

Nothing I did pleased her. All morning her eagle eyes missed nothing and her sharp words stung. She literally trailed me around the kitchen.

Later, after breakfast had been served and the dishes had been washed, I set up my share of trays for the next meal. Then I busied myself cleaning the sink. Certainly Rose couldn't criticize the way I did that.

When I turned around, there stood Rose, rearranging all of the trays I had just set up!

Totally exhausted, I trudged the six blocks home from the University of Minnesota Hospital late that June afternoon. As a third year university student working my way through school, I had never before encountered anyone like Rose.

Fighting back tears, I wrestled with my dilemma alone in my room. "Lord, what do you want me to do? I can't take much more of Rose."

I turned the possibilities over in my mind. Should I see if my supervisor would switch me to work with someone else? Scheduling was fairly flexible. On the other hand, I didn't want to be a quitter. I knew my older co-workers were watching to see if my actions matched my words.

The answer to my prayer caught me completely by surprise -- I needed to love Rose.

Love her? No way! Tolerate, yes, but loving her was impossible.

"Lord, I can't love Rose. You'll have to do it through me."

Working with Rose the next morning, I ignored the barbs thrown in my direction and did things Rose's way as much as possible to avoid friction. As I worked, I silently began to surround Rose with a warm blanket of prayers. "Lord, help me love Rose. Lord, bless Rose."

Over the next few days an amazing thing began to happen. As I prayed for this irritating woman, my focus shifted from what she was doing to me, and I started seeing Rose as the hurting person she was. The icy tension began to melt away.

Throughout the rest of the summer, we had numerous opportunities to work together. Each time she seemed genuinely happy to see me. As I worked with this lonely woman, I listened to her--something no one else had done.

I learned that she was burdened by elderly parents who needed her care, her own health problems, and an alcoholic husband she was thinking of leaving.

The days slipped by quickly as I finished the last several weeks of my summer job. Leaves were starting to turn yellow and red, and there was a cool, crispness in the air. I soon would be returning as a full-time university student.

One day, while I was working alone in one of the hospital kitchens, Rose entered the room. Instead of her blue uniform, she was wearing street clothes.

I looked at her in surprise. "Aren't you working today?"

"I got me another job and won't be working here no more," she said as she walked over and gave me a quick hug. "I just came to say good-bye." Then she turned abruptly and walked out the door.

Although I never saw Rose again, I still remember her vividly. That summer I learned a lesson I've never forgotten. The world is full of people like Rose--irritating, demanding, unlovable - yet hurting inside. I've found that love is the best way to turn an enemy into a friend.

"Love your enemies! Do good to them! Lend to them! And don't be concerned that they might not repay. Then your reward from heaven will be very great, and you will truly be acting as children of the Most High, for he is kind to the unthankful and to those who are wicked."
Luke 6:35 NLT

Gold-Chained Necklace

2008-05-02T11:44:00.003+08:00

I noticed that my hubby is not wearing the silver necklace I gave him as my Valentine’s Day gift. Yes, it hurts to know that especially that all I wanted is for him to look great everyday. Until one day, I confronted him as to why he’s not wearing the necklace. He told me that her neck itches whenever he wears that. Come to think of it, it’s real silver and not just any ordinary fake metal available anywhere else. But my hubby’s skin seems sensitive to jewelries not made of gold.

So I am planning to buy him a new one. But this time, it’ll be a necklace made of gold chains. I just have to save for it. He has no idea that I’m planning to buy him a gold necklace. Of course, it’ll be a surprise. Never did I give him an expensive gift. I don’t even remember that I gave him a gift. No kidding aside, I can only afford to buy him things that are easy on my pocket. But if you’ll ask him, he’d rather not want me to spend just for giving him gifts. That’s why I always keep it a secret every time I buy something for him.

It will be unfair if he’s the only one giving me presents whether there is a special occasion on no occasion at all he still give me one. On my birthday this year, he gave me a gold pair of earrings. He also promised to give me a gold ring. I don’t know if it’ll be an engagement ring. But the important thing is, he always wants me to be happy. So I want to do the same thing for him. I love him so much that I’d do anything I can to make him happy. He’s a good provider for me and my son so I guess a gold necklace would make sense as my present for him.

Get Me There

2008-05-02T08:51:00.001+08:00

Super Tiring Day But Had Fun...

2008-04-30T23:11:00.000+08:00

Got bored after lunch. Hubby was still in Daet so I have no one to talk to the whole afternoon. Bendyk was busy in front of the TV so I can't even disturb him. My bosses are sleeping during the afternoon so I still have no one to converse with. I must admit that I'd rather want to be alone doing my own things, but there are still times when I just can't help it but look for some ways to unwind. And yes, an alternative to my techie-buddy is the mall. I dunno why my feet are itching to go to the mall most of the time.

So before I changed my mind, I called Bendyk to change his clothes and it was my turn after I put his "paraphernalias". In 30 minutes, we reached Mama's house (hubby's granny) to pay her a visit and at the same time asked hubby's 15-year old cousin if she wants to come with us. You see, I can't handle my little prince alone. He's too heavy for my skinny body to carry him the whole afternoon. It's just a good thing that Sweetie excitedly come with us. She's been spending her summer school-break at home so she is also getting bored.

Well, the truth is, we planned to watch for the most awaited heart-throb Sam Milby. We heard that he's coming at 6:00 p.m. this afternoon. And since we still had so much time to stroll around, we let Bendyk played his fave game, basketball and also had his rides. But it seems that he won't take a "no" for an answer when he insisted to ride in that push-car. Oh my, he's getting hard-headed lately. As what most people say, "like mother, like son" seems to be true, lolz!

So there he had it, a push-car for an hour. Whew! Money wasted once again...

I had an eye on that colorful cotton candies near the WOF so I went there and bought two cones, pink and blue. I just dunno why it says in their jar that the pink one is a bubble gum flavor. Hmmm...it didn't taste like one. Well, maybe it was just a part of their marketing strategy.

We also went to the Castle Playhouse but we didn't let Bendyk come inside. He's below the 3-year old bracket and according to their rule, the kid must be accompanied by guardians only if both are wearing socks. Well, I don't wear sneakers nowadays so it'll really be impossible for me to wear one. I know Bendyk wants to play inside the Castle but I told him to wait until he turned 3 this coming November.

After an hour, I asked Bendyk if it would be okay for him if we return the push-car since one hour had already lapsed. He agreed but on one condition, we have to eat at Jabee. Whew!

Afterwards, we went upstairs to buy a flash drive. I got the 2 GB so I can store a lot of my files, particularly pictures and digiscrapped images.

And then we headed to Landco Plaza where Sam had sung 3 songs. He is really good in singing and mind you, he looks so charming and sweet. He's not so maarte like the other celebrities who would hesitate to shake hands and even dare not to go down the stage near the audience. He's really a nice guy aside from the handsome face and body he has. I was actually taking photos and videos of him using my phone, but sad to say the light coming from the stage was really irritating. I don't see Sam on the photos taken. I could have just brought my digicam only if I knew that I am going to see Sam in person.

Sam Milby left at 8:00 p.m. so we just waited for hubby at Mama's house. And after an hour we went home and forgot that I've not yet taken my dinner. Maybe I was overwhelmed of Sam hahaha! Hubby had taken his dinner in Naga City so he thought that we already had eaten at the mall before we went home. It's late at night so stores are already closed. It was just a good thing that I bought earlier 3 Chuckies, Chiz Curls and of course, my fave Snickers. Yea, you got it right. These serve as my dinner for tonight except for 1 chuckie which Bendyk took away from my 'office desk' huhuhu!

Me vs. Junky-Healthy meal

It was already past 11:00 p.m. tonight, munching and sipping my instant dinner.

I'm actually multi-tasking at this hour, chatting with Shammy, having my instant dinner and at the sam

Be Patient

2008-04-27T23:17:00.000+08:00

This is a true story which happened in the States. A man came out of his home to admire his new truck.

To his puzzlement, his three-year-old son was happily hammering dents into the shiny paint.

The man ran to his son, knocked him away, hammered the little boy's hands into pulp as punishment.

When the father calmed down, he rushed his son to the hospital. Although the doctor tried desperately to save the crushed bones, he finally had to amputate the fingers from both the boy's hands.

When the boy woke up from the surgery & saw his bandaged stubs, he innocently said, " Daddy, I'm sorry about your truck." Then he asked, "but when are my fingers going to grow back?"

The father went home & committed suicide.

Think about the story the next time u see someone spill milk at a dinner table or hear a baby crying. Think first before u lose your patience with someone u love. Trucks can be repaired. Broken bones & hurt feelings often can't.

Too often we fail to recognise the difference between the person and the performance.

People make mistakes. We are allowed to make mistakes. But the actions we take while in a rage will haunt us forever.

Pause and ponder. Think before you act. Be patient. Understand & love.

O'Reilly Hijacks Web 2.0

2008-04-27T23:16:00.000+08:00

Google has earned its majesty since time immemorial. And even today it plays the role as the king of the internet where various websites largely depend on more particularly on the huge traffic earned from Google SEO strategies. But it seems that there is this issue that relates Google to one of the tyrants, O’Reilly.

The issue started when Google demands to change the name of the event entitled, “The Future of Web Applications” and the web 2.0 conference with a title, “Web 2.0 Conference & Expo.” According to a letter from google.com, they have sent three warnings to change those names, but it seems that O’Reilly didn’t want to understand what Google has wanted to emphasize.

And that made Google decided to stop its sponsorship to the site. If you may know that the focus of O’Reilly is on the limiting access to knowledge as well as dependencies for profit. Its web 2.0 conference may be called as such, but it’s actually limited only for some people. In other words, not everybody can attend to this said conference. Just by analyzing everything in the issue, Google had made the right decision not to sponsor the hard-headed people behind O’Reilly.

Haircuts

2008-04-27T23:14:00.000+08:00

Attitude is Everything

2008-04-27T19:23:00.002+08:00

Jerry was the kind of guy you love to hate. He was always in a good mood and always had something positive to say. When someone would ask him how he was doing, he would reply, "If I were any better, I would be twins!"

He was a unique manager because he had several waiters who had followed him around from restaurant to restaurant. The reason the waiters followed Jerry was because of his attitude. He was a natural motivator. If an employee was having a bad day, Jerry was there telling the employee how to look on the positive side of the situation.

Seeing this style really made me curious, so one day I went up to Jerry and asked him, "I don't get it! You can't be a positive person all of the time. How do you do it?"

Jerry replied, "Each morning I wake up and say to myself, Jerry, you have two choices today. You can choose to be in a good mood or you can choose to be in a bad mood.' I choose to be in a good mood. Each time something bad happens, I can choose to be a victim or I can choose to learn from it. I choose to learn from it. Every time someone comes to me complaining, I can choose to accept their complaining or I can point out the positive side of life. I choose the positive side of life."

"Yeah, right, it's not that easy," I protested.

"Yes it is," Jerry said. "Life is all about choices. When you cut away all the junk, every situation is a choice. You choose how you react to situations. You choose how people will affect your mood. You choose to be in a good or bad mood. The bottom line: It's your choice how you live life."

I reflected on what Jerry said. Soon thereafter, I left the restaurant industry to start my own business. We lost touch, but I often thought about him when I made a choice about life instead of reacting to it.

Several years later, I heard that Jerry did something you are never supposed to do in a restaurant business: he left the back door open one morning and was held up at gunpoint by three armed robbers.

While trying to open the safe, his hand, shaking from nervousness, slipped off the combination. The robbers panicked and shot him. Luckily, Jerry was found relatively quickly and rushed to the local trauma center.

After 18 hours of surgery and weeks of intensive care, Jerry was released from the hospital with fragments of the bullets still in his body.

I saw Jerry about six months after the accident. When I asked him how he was, he replied, "If I were any better, I'd be twins. Wanna see my scars?"

I declined to see his wounds, but did ask him what had gone through his mind as the robbery took place.

"The first thing that went through my mind was that I should have locked the back door," Jerry replied. "Then, as I lay on the floor, I remembered that I had two choices: I could choose to live, or I could choose to die. I chose to live."

"Weren't you scared? Did you lose consciousness?" I asked.

Jerry continued, "The paramedics were great. They kept telling me I was going to be fine. But when they wheeled me into the emergency room and I saw the expressions on the faces of the doctors and nurses, I got really scared. In their eyes, I read, 'He's a dead man.' I knew I needed to take action."

"What did you do?" I asked.

"Well, there was a big, burly nurse shouting questions at me," said Jerry. "She asked if I was allergic to anything. 'Yes,' I replied. The doctors and nurses stopped working as they waited for my reply. I took a deep breath and yelled, 'Bullets!' Over their laughter, I told them, "I am choosing to live. Operate on me as if I am alive, not dead."

Jerry lived thanks to the skill of his doctors, but also because of his amazing attitude. I learned from him that every day we have the choice to live fully.

Attitude, after all, is everything.

By Francie Baltazar-Schwartz

Save Yourself From Shame

2008-04-27T19:15:00.003+08:00

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Today's special offer: mobile number for only $19,000

2008-04-27T00:00:00.000+08:00

A mobile telephone number in Bahrain is on sale for $19,000. This mobile telephone number has become the most expensive in the history of the local market, for no reason other than aesthetics.

Abdullah al-Hammadi, who specialises in selling mobile and licence plate numbers is obsessed with owning an eye-catching sequence of such numbers. He said: "I'm sure that there are some people who want to buy this number, which is 9111119, at this price. There is a market for trading in mobile and car numbers".

Since Abdullah started his business in 1988 he has sold 5,000 special mobile phone numbers. About his customers he said: "They are wealthy people who are willing to pay virtually anything for a unique licence plate or mobile number". Once, he sold a licence plate number for about $110,000!

Abdullah says that there are also some people who ask me to sell their number because they need the cash for medical treatment, or just because of a lack of cash.

Dating Advice For Women: Lighten Up And Give Him A Chance

2008-04-24T15:03:00.002+08:00

Contrary to popular notions held by women today that there just are not enough good men left to date, evidence that is available points out that such is not the case. The ideal man could be someone that has a good career as a teacher or electrician and who is over five feet seven inches in height, is athletic or even huggable and who likes to cook, dance and hike as well as watch movies.

Look For Honesty And Monogamous Males

The best dating advice for women would be to look for such men, who in any case are also looking for a loving relationship and who view monogamy positively and who, also pride them on being honest. You would also be well advised in looking for a partner that is not too much older or younger than you since such men would also want the same things as you do.

Another important dating advice for women is to give the man a chance because it is a common complaint among men that women just don’t give them a chance, and it is quite common for men to be refused by women that have sought men out through dating services without even having spoken to the man or responded to communicate with the man any further. This kind of behavior on the part of women can leave men dazed and bewildered and also very frustrated.

The next piece of dating advice for women worth considering is to not judge the book by its cover and look beyond appearances and looks. Often, women may complain that they only are rejected because of their looks and men do not take enough time to get to know them better, and the same holds good in the case of men being rejected by women. The best dating advice for women is that they should select their partner not just on physical attraction, because this a common trap that most women easily fall into and that is why matchmakers don’t show photographs of prospective partners in the beginning.

It also brings up an important point about the cost to women in rejecting men based on superfluous attributes, and unfortunately the cost may be quite high and it is a common reason why they often miss the boat.

It is a much better idea to profit from dating advice for women and expand the horizons by looking for more desirable qualities in men such as finding someone who fits well and who maybe also has a warm heart, or who has communication skills of a better kind. Women should also look for education as well as honesty and because women in this present age are more independent, they do not need to worry too much about emotional support or even the financial status of the partner.

It is also worth paying attention to another good dating advice for women and that is it pays to get to know the man and sharing a glass of wine or engaging in light conversation and sparing an hour or so of her time to know the other person from the inside is worth more than simply accepting or rejecting a man based on his physical attributes.

Today, dating is filled with many opportunities and according to sound dating advice for women, you need not be so hung up on expecting very high standards of the prospective male and it is much better to give the other a chance and even say ‘yes’ when someone meets minimum criteria even though he may not be an ideal person, but could still make an excellent partner. There is not much you would lose and plenty that you could gain.

Look of the Year

2008-04-24T15:03:00.001+08:00

Summer is fun and I bet you would agree when I say this. As a matter of fact, young and beautiful girls out there are standing in line to audition in different beauty contests. Some really look awesome and you might mistake them as model. If you think you are young and beautiful and got that winning looks, why don’t you spend your summer joining a beauty contest? Who knows you might win as the look of the year when you visit and join at http://www.lookoftheyear.com

Technology Transfer University

2008-04-21T12:34:00.002+08:00

Advanced technology has paved the way in the development of new innovations which can be beneficial in the society. One proof of these innovations is the innovative drug delivery solutions, which puts the Technology Transfer University a top notch higher than the rest.

If you are not yet aware of this, Technology Transfer University is a Hebrew University of Jerusalem that gives an edge in the development of innovative drug delivery solutions. The success of this university won’t be possible if not for those world-renowned researchers’ courage to share their knowledge and discoveries. And of course, the world class facilities as well as the close cooperation with Israel’s leading pharmaceutical companies and hospitals have contributed much to the triumph of the university.

The Center for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology has come up with the best Novel drug delivery solutions, the fruit of labor exerted through various researches into the many different Technology Transfer Services areas and fields, such as the liposomes, polymers, controlled release and encapsulation technologies, and microparticulate and nanoparticulate targeting systems.

Learning all these could lead us to a conclusion that the groundbreaking drug delivery system research is certainly an underway by some of the world’s acknowledged experts who excel in various fields. And these all happen within the institution of Hebrew University.

To commence the people behind this success, the university would like to acknowledge the brilliant minds that are in one way or another had contributed much to the development of drug delivery solutions.

In the School of Pharmacy, the university would like to acknowledge Professor Abraham Domb, an expert in degradable polymers, nanoparticles, and biomaterials. Professor Elka Touitou who led a research in the enhanced delivery of peptides and other drugs through biological membranes. Professor Simon Benita, specialist in microparticulate and nanoparticulate targetable drug delivery systems.

The university also would like to acknowledge the professor of Casali Institute of Applied Chemistry, Professor Shlomo Magdassi, an expert in formulation chemistry, nanotechnology, surfactants, dispersion systems, microparticles, and microcapsules.

Also, the Hebrew University would like to extend its gratitude to the professor of the Department of Organic Chemistry, Professor Chaim Gilon who specializes in medicinal chemistry and synthetic chemistry and the professor at the Institute of Biochemistry, Food Science and Nutrition of the Faculty of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Quality Sciences, Professor Amos Nussinovitch who specializes in the theoretical and practical aspects of hydrocolloids, including: coating of cells, hydrocolloid glues, hydrocolloid cellular solids and water-soluble polymer uses.

More than anything else, the drug delivery success of Hebrew University has been known to many and considered to be a truly cutting-edge field.

Dating Tips for Teenage Guys Taking a Girl Out on the First Date

2008-04-18T22:46:00.001+08:00

You have liked this girl for a while now, and you finally got the courage up to ask her out on a date. However, while you are really excited, you are really nervous. You want everything to go perfectly, so you are really in need of some dating tips.

Dating Tip #1: Ask Her What She Wants to Do

Girls love it when they get the opportunity to go on a date to their favorite place. So, you will be earning a lot of respect from her if you follow this dating tip. However, if she says that she does not have a particular place in mind, you should start planning! This is also a good time for you to ask other female friends that you have for advice.

Dating Tip #2: Choose a Neutral Place

Since this is your first date, you do not want to jump right into a romantic relationship and take her to a romantic restaurant. Keep everything just fun for the first date, and take her to the mall or to the movies. As for what movie to pick, choose a comedy. This way, you can laugh together and keep the situation less nerve-wracking.

Dating Tip #3: Give her a Flower

When you go to pick up your date at the door, make sure you bring her a little something – specifically, a flower. It is a nice gesture, and one that she is sure to love. However, keep it simple and save the bouquets for later on. As for what flower to choose, a single rose is a great idea, but if you happen to know what her favorite flower is, that is especially good.

Dating Tip #4: Do Not Try to Rush Things

As much as you like your date, you cannot just start making out with her, or going even further. Girls like a guy that lets them lead in that department, and it is better for you to just get to know each other on a mental level instead of a physical level. If this does not interest you, then you should reevaluate what you are looking for in a relationship.

Remember, relationships take time, and as a teenager there is certainly no need to rush into one right away. The important thing is to date and have crushes, but certainly not marriage! Dating is supposed to be fun, so get to know each other and see where this relationship goes.

Dating Tips For Teenage Girls: Four Fun Things To Do

2008-04-18T22:45:00.000+08:00

Going on a first date can be awkward for boys as well as girls. You and your date both want to make a good impression on each other. You’re probably both a little nervous and conversation may come hard.

There are some things you can do, however, to break the ice on that first date. And while you’re breaking the ice, you can be observing your guy to decide whether you want a second date with him.

Dating Tips for Teenage Girls #1: Go to a Movie or Concert

This will allow you to spend a few hours together without struggling to find something to say. Afterwards, the show you just saw will give you plenty to talk about. While you’re evaluating the show, you can be evaluating your date as well. Do you and he share a sense of humor or a similar sense of values? Does he laugh at things you find offensive?

Dating Tips for Teenage Girls #2: Do Something Physical

Go indoor rock climbing, challenge him to a good, hard game of tennis, or suggest a bowling match. Until you know him better, avoid activities like hiking that will put the two of you together in an isolated area. Observe his attitude and see how does he react if you win? Does he get sullen and resentful, or is he pleased for you?

Dating Tips for Teenage Girls #3: Double (or Triple, or Quadruple) Date

Go out with other couples to get some pizza or see a movie. The more people there are, the more easily the conversation flows. Watch your date as he interacts with other people. How does he treat the other girls? Is he pleasant, or does he make crude remarks that annoy the others?

Dating Tips for Teenage Girls #4: Make a Study Date

Meet at the library to catch up on school work. Most libraries have private rooms study buddies can reserve. As you work and chat together, observe his behavior. Does he do his share, or does he count on you to do the majority of the work? Does he know how to work through a problem, or does he get easily frustrated?

A first date can be every bit as awkward as a job interview. But these dating tips for teenage girls will allow you to have fun with your date, while at the same time keeping an eye out for personality traits you may find undesirable.

12th: Hyundai 21" LCD TV-Swing Feature

2008-04-16T22:54:00.000+08:00

Whew! I can't believe it! This is actually my 12th pay-out and for today, I purchased a brand new Hyundai 21" LCD TV. The swing feature allows us to move it to the left or right direction so there's no need to lift it up.

My Prince Bendyk who's so excited to open the box...

Hyundai 21" Flat TV

And the "Swing" feature...

So there we have it, another investment for a newbie family...yey! (wink!)

12th: Hyundai 21" LCD TV-Swing Feature

2008-04-16T18:01:00.000+08:00

My Prince Bendyk who's so excited to open the box...

Hyundai 21" Flat TV

And the "Swing" feature...

So there we have it, another investment for a newbie family...yey! (wink!)

A Wifey Momma Wannabee...

2008-04-15T17:54:00.000+08:00

It's the 15th of April, the effectivity date of my resignation from my previous work. Yea, I decided to leave my job and in the meantime would try my best to be a "wifey momma". It's so strange that for over 2 years of becoming a mom, I never been an ideal mom to my kiddo and a good wife to my hubby. I'm not so sure of this, but I guess it's quite true.

Anyhoo, I started the day cleaning the house, rearranging stuffs from one corner to another and so far it feels good to touch them once again. You see, I've always been a frustrated interior designer so expect everything inside the house to be rearranged once a week or at least twice a month. It makes me feel oh so damn goood!

Done with the general cleaning and assisted my prince bendyk in his milky bubble bath. My prince looks fresh again so I turned on the TV so he could watch his anticipated fave show, wowowee. While the wifey momma went to the kitchen to cook for our lunch. Hubby is at work so no one would cook for Bendyk and me. (sigh!) I found fresh longaniza and was confused on how to cook it the right way. I forgot to ask hubby about it before he left.

Well, I imagined how it looks like when cooked so I figured out the procedures. I washed the longaniza first before putting them on the pan. And then I half-filled the pan with water, and put it in the stove, covered them and waited for a few minutes until the water boiled. I picked every piece of longanizas and sliced each into thin pieces. After that, I put a little cooking oil in an empty pan, put the longanizas on it, sprinkled a pint of sugar to caramelize and put them on the stove. I tossed and turned them on the pan so they won't get burned.

And after a few minutes...

My specialty for today...taraaan!

When you try to look at it closely, you'll notice that some part are a 'lil burned. I found out that cooking this kind of dish sticks on the pan so I had to gather extra effort just to toss and turn them. About the taste, well...I must admit that it doesn't taste good. It's some kinda sour and a bit sweet. I dunno if the problem is with my cooking or the mixture of the one who made it. Sigh! Better luck next time christelle, hehehe!

After lunch, cleaned the table and washed the dirty dishes on the sink, I took a bath and interact once again with my techie-buddy. I have a lot of online work to do. You see, I resigned from my job, but it doesn't mean that I don't work anymore. I deal with data entry, social marketing, and monetized blogging so expect me to be busy everyday like when I was still working in a real office.

Rat-Race is Over!

2008-04-12T10:38:00.000+08:00

The experiences were like my everyday coffee, which I sometimes mixed with a creamer and sugar, and sometimes with no creamer poured in it. Why did I say so? Well, I gained friends, a lot of them.

But there are those whom I have trusted so dearly, but turned out to be a coffee, bitter...so I just have to spill it out. But sugar and creamer came, and I have to hold onto them. They are sweet to cuddle, to be with the entire busy day. And I'm grateful that even for a short while, before I left the place, I was able to realize who my real friends are. They are always there to cheer me up. They added spice to my boring day. Shared with me the endless laughters that I badly needed sometimes.

The "bitchiness" tagged in my name, courtesy of one or two, or a lot of them who have been insincere friends for a year, has taught me to tell who my real friends are. You guys accepted me no matter how bitchy I am. And I really appreciate it. Hope you will all still remain the way I knew you all.

Before I end this post, let me say "Thank you! with hugs and kisses" to Anabelle, Eden, Lala, Shammy, Halley, Ate Precy, Yhen and Owenn. I may only have a few real friends like you, but I'm glad that no matter how few I've got, you are all true and kind. I'm gonna miss you all, guys! I'm teary-eyed but I know that you are always there, remained to be my friends forever. Thank you! Thank you! Let me end this post with this... and every time you read it or encounter someone who actually is a bitch, please do remember me, a friend who was once called a bitch, but is proud to be one if below are the bases of being a bitch...

BITCHOLOGY

When I stand up for myself and my beliefs,
they call me a bitch.

When I stand up for those I love,
they call me a bitch.

When I speak my mind,
think my own thoughts or do things my own way,
they call me a bitch.

Being a bitch means I won’t compromise what’s in my heart.
It means I live my life MY way.
It means I won’t allow anyone to step on me.

When I refuse to tolerate injustice and speak against it,
I am defined as a bitch.

The same thing happens
when I take time for myself instead of being everyone’s maid,
or when I act a little selfish.

It means I have the courage and strength
to allow myself to be who I truly am
and won’t become anyone else’s idea of what they think I “should” be.

I am outspoken, opinionated and determined.
I want what I want and there is nothing wrong with that!

So try to stomp on me,
try to douse my inner flame,
try to squash every ounce of beauty I hold within me.
You won’t succeed.

And if that makes me a bitch , so be it.
I embrace the title and am proud to bear it.

Earn Money

2008-04-09T01:31:00.002+08:00

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Live TV

2008-04-09T00:16:00.004+08:00

I am happy to know that my hubby’s cousin has finally earned her degree in Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication major in broadcasting. I wish her luck that she may finally reach her dream of being seen on tv doing a live broadcast.I also encouraged her to audition for live tv where she can be one of the lucky winners in the live show program. if you also wish to make your own live show, you can do so. All you have to do is to visit the site and I'm sure you will love the design of the website. It's so great and comforting so you'll surely love your stay there.

Key to Enhancement

2008-04-08T23:42:00.002+08:00

It always come to a point when a man became conscious with the way he carry himself which is also very common to girls. The only difference is that a man is known to be powerful in everything he does. But if he is not, there could be something that bothers him. That man probably needs to consider penis enlargement, which can be in the form of a penis extender. You don’t have to worry because the penis extender is painless unlike surgery.

Boost Your Confidence

2008-04-08T22:14:00.003+08:00

Are you confident enough to face your partner or you are just about to look for someone who you could be with for the rest of your life? If that’s the case, you may want to boost your confidence by trying the penis enlargement. This penis enlargement doesn’t hurt like any other surgery because you just have to take in penis enlargement pills.

X-ray Technician

2008-04-08T17:24:00.003+08:00

I have told my close friends and my family that I am planning to go back to school. But whenever they ask me what course I will be taking, I can’t gather my thoughts at instant for I don’t know actually what course would I want this time. I head that x-ray technician is in demand abroad. And what’s even more with the profession as x ray technician is the salary. Yes, it’s not just a decent amount but more than that. How about you, would you also wish to work as an xray technician?

Pharmacy Technician

2008-04-08T16:30:00.003+08:00

Have I told you about the first college course I took up right after high school graduation? Yes, it’s a nursing ladderized course from one prestigious university in the region. But sad to say, I did not pursue the course because I was hesitant at first. Now that I realized how worth it is to finish the degree, I might as well consider to be a pharmacy technician instead. I head that working in a pharmacy tech is worth it since it offers a great deal on pharmacy technician salary.

Lifelock Reviews

2008-04-08T16:10:00.004+08:00

Now that I am ready to spend much of my time with my online business, I have to make sure that all of my transactions are kept protected and secured. You probably know for a fact that the internet though it provides us with easy access on whatever we have online, it also involves scamming, hacking, and the like. But then again, I must not lose hope and get carried away of these negative vibes that they might get in touch with my transactions.

That made me decide to consider getting lifelock from lifelock.com. I am grateful that I stumbled upon the site and read more lifelock reviews. Just by reading through them, it inspires me to even more protect my online business from the possible harm that these insensitive people could cause me. So before it is too late, I have to finalize on whether or not I get one now or later. Well, then if you are just like me who do business online, this one is for you. You better check it, too. I tell you, it’s worth getting than never. You see these insensitive individuals are always ready to hit and milk something out of your business. It just hurts that they are doing that without considering that hard work we put into our business. And we can’t do much about it, but get the assistance of lifelock.com.

Manila Ocean Park

2008-03-29T17:21:00.000+08:00

I’m so excited to be able to share this news with you! As a biologist, I’m thrilled that the Philippines finally has its own oceanarium.

The state-of-the-art Manila Ocean Park had its soft opening last week, on February 29. It’s gorgeous and truly world-class! Let’s take a tour, via Mel & Joey:

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Here’s another sneak peak of Manila Ocean Park as reported by Mel Tiangco of Mel and Joey.

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The oceanarium is just the first phase of construction which will eventually include a hotel and mall, and open marine habitats. Already, it has the following sections open to visitors:

1. Agos (Flow) - a rainforest motiff complete with 8 tanks of freshwater fishes.

2. Bahura (The Reef) - exihibition of artificial corals in 48 tanks

3. Laot (Fishing Ground) - features big fish and Eagle-spotted rays in a long tank.

4. Kalaliman (The Deep) - showcases marine animals found in the deepest parts of Philippine waters.

5. Buhay na Karagatan (Living Ocean) - the main attraction of the oceanarium is a 25-meter long walkway tunnel with 220-degree curved acrylic walls similarly seen in Ocean Park Hong Kong, Singapore’s Underwater World in Sentosa, Siam’s Ocean World in Bangkok, Thailand and Kuala Lumpur’s Aquaria in Malaysia. The difference between MOP’s is a 220-degree curved tunnel as compared to the standard 180-degree curved tunnels seen in other Asian countries.

6. Overhang Tank - variety of rays fly over while you’re under this unique Overhang Tank.

7. Pating (Shark) - features several species of shark.

Let’s finish the tour with this second segment from Mel & Joey:

Isn’t it great!!? This is a definite must-see in Manila! The Manila Ocean Park is located behind the Quirino Grandstand at the Rizal Park (Luneta).
Check out this information page for entrance fees, operating hours and phone numbers to the Park.

Get it Going with DNeero

2008-03-27T10:17:00.000+08:00

Chef School

2008-03-26T13:46:00.005+08:00

I reached this age without the knowledge of cooking. I know how to cook rice but the rest is so new to me. And I realized that I should learn how to cook anything for my family now. So I decided to search for a culinary school from the many culinary schools in the city. And choosing a chef school has never been so easy as long as you know where to search from.

World Tag

2008-03-21T21:26:00.003+08:00

Start copying here: ^_^

These are the Links Around The World Tag.

Instruction:
1. Place your link after the list. If you have more than 1 blog, feel free to add them all here!
2. After placing your blog’s address/es, you must tag 5 or more bloggers that is not yet in the list, this is to keep the ball rolling.
3. Here is the best part: Make sure to update your list every now and then, by getting the master list here. I’ll be updating the master list every day, or as soon as I see a new blog that’s been added to the list.

1. Momhood Moments 2. Business Mars 3. Princezz 4. Princess 5. Cecil 6. Ron & Cecil 7. Pinay Mommy Online 8 OnlineBiz and Resources 9 A Simple life 10 - moms…..check nyo 11 Mommy’s Little Corner 12 Random Thoughts 13 Paradigm 14 See Me For What You Will 15 Pamp’s Blog Corner 16 - Pampered 17 - HappyHeart 18 Qtcotzkie and Baby 19 A Sorta Fairytale 20 tragicseven 21 - Listen to the Beat! 22 Just Saying 23 Tipsy Tips 24 Different Angles 25 Delicious Corner 26 I Care 27 Blog Blag Blog 28 Daily List 29 Life’s Journey 30 Welcome to my Crib 31 A Daily Walk With Bill & Gina 32 Me,Myself + 2 33 Fun.Fierce.Fabulous 34 Mike 35 BerryScrappy 36 BloggerHappy 37 - My Planet Purple 38 - Our Journey to Life 39 - Princess Bela 40 - Kaptyurd by Howell 41 - Random Thoughts 42 - My Colorful World 43-A Handful of Surprises 44- My Paper Scraps 45-Crumpled and Scratched 46-Witty Rendezvous 47-Coohrahao 48-The Enfakid 49-Thumbmark 50-Misty Heart 51-Prince Bendyk 52-The All-Around Nanny 53-Linger on Love 54-Auto Crazed 55-Hook My Smirk

I will pass this tag to Lala, Dhen, Shammy, Halley, Owenn and Yhen

Romance Alive

2008-03-21T20:16:00.002+08:00

Keep that romance alive. How? Why don’t you try on the penis stretcher? This could be your first time to hear about it. But it’s just the same as with the penis extender and Penis Enlarger. It’s far different than undergoing a surgery. This one is painless so you can have it at anytime you want to. Check it out at your most convenient time and entice that romance lingering in you and your partner.

Thank God, It's My Birthday!

2008-03-16T14:38:00.001+08:00

It's my birthday today, yipeee! I'm 23 now and I wish...hmmmm...akin na lng 'yon hehehe!

I feel blessed for everything that I had, I am having and will be having and all the things I have been through for the past years, be it happy or bad times, I am still grateful for I have successfully surpassed all the challenges/trials in life.

I am now ready to embark another year of life and that made me feel excited. But I must admit that despite the happiness I feel at the moment, there is this promise I have made years before that when I reached the age of 25...hmmmm....oh well, I'm only 23 so I still have 2 years to achieve that greatest dream in life. (I crossed my fingers to that thought) Wish me luck, guys!

Time check: 2:03 p.m. - I am supposed to celebrate my birthday, alright. But I have to finish tons of workloads (backlogs, darn!). This is also my supposed to be rest day but I just can't rest. The company compelled us to work tomorrow instead of Saturday, next week arrrggghhhh! So I have to finish everything before tomorrow, or else, oh my! it's my birthday so I shouldn't be thinking of any depressing thoughts for now...

I have to rush myself and get through with these keywords so that later this afternoon, it's a celebration, horayyy!!! hahaha! It 's not gonna be a bongacious one. I'll be out with my Prince Bendyk and with his dad of course, hehehe!

And tomorrow...

I guess, it'll be a real party lolz! My friends at the office keep bragging about having a birthday party in our cubicle. And it's a good idea, how's that?! (wink!) Alright, wish will be granted if that'll make me happy and my friends as well.

I better start now...gotta go, friends!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME! HEHEHE!

Mah Score @ Blogger Spelling

2008-03-14T16:04:00.000+08:00

I Scored a 100%!

Got Friendship Award

2008-03-12T14:42:00.000+08:00

I am uber happy to receive these awards from Lala. Look at these uber cool awards...they speak of how this pretty, brainy and sexy lass (no comment hahaha!) treasures me as her wonderful friend. Thanks lalafot!

I am giving these awards to my special friends eden and diane

A Moderate Mama

2008-03-11T16:22:00.000+08:00

You Are a Moderate Mama

You're not overly political, and your views fall more with the American mainstream.

In fact, it may be difficult for you to decide who to vote for at times!

Your approach to politics is reasoned and well though out.

Are You a Liberal Lady or a Conservative Chick?

Gina Talk

2008-03-11T16:15:00.002+08:00

Relationship in this day and age, whether for both young and old, is becoming intense. Some of those unmarried couples or individuals are having fun with stuffs just to enjoy whatever they want to satisfy themselves. Some guys would even make use of Cock Ring or the Vibrating Cock Ring. These are Sex toys which some I guess they find enjoyable.

Enlarge the Size

2008-03-10T12:52:00.004+08:00

Aren’t you satisfied with the size of your penis? Don’t lose hope as there can be a solution to that. Penis enlargement is the painless trend today, an alternative to surgical processes. You just have to make use of penis enlarger. For further details on this new fad, you may read through the penis enlargement information. When you do and finally decided to avail one, you will know the big difference between undergoing a surgery and getting this enlarger.

Online Casino List

2008-03-04T01:23:00.001+08:00

It’s enough of the busy weeks, months and even year of endless work. Now is the best time to unwind for sometime and have some fun. You’ve been to exhausted of the same routine all over again and it had brought you stress and reflects on you, actually. So how are you going to deal with that?

Unwinding doesn’t have to go to far places. You can even have it in the comfort of your seats at home and having a lot of fun while you can also earn bucks of extra income. And that is possible when you take time to play the online casino. Sure, you heard about for a couple of times already and you seem to be a newbie, though. While that cannot be a hindrance for you to join what many people have discovered fun about it, you may take time to visit the site and learn the various games you can play with.

You need not to be expert to play the games. You just have to be willing and have the guts to have fun and aim to win. That’s all you need to realize how long you have missed the excitement in your life. And online-casino-list can actually offer you the best list of online casino games that can give spice to your busy life.

Term Papers Made Easy

2008-03-03T23:48:00.002+08:00

Are you getting tired of those never-ending academic essays? Just like you, I have also gone through the same kind of situation that you are in. And I must say that it is coupled with too much pressure. Who wouldn’t be when all you did was to make a multiple of essays. But since they are part of academics, I had to do what I was supposed to do; otherwise, I might find myself on a verge of giving up. Fortunately, I was able to surpass them all. Just recently, I learned that there is actually a site that caters term papers. I suddenly get disappointed and ask myself why just now that I learned about it. I could have just buy essay instead of burning a midnight candle then. And you could easily find term paper. So if I were you, I wouldn’t hesitate to grab this chance.

Bloggerwave On the Go

2008-03-01T00:56:00.001+08:00

It’s been one year and 2 months since I started blogging. I have enjoyed every minute that I tweak the designs of my blogs. A simple thing like that can make me a real happy gal. But I never thought that aside from the passion on designs, I could also earn extra bucks through blogging. And I am really thankful that I have come across bloggerwave. It taught me how to make money and it feels really great to expect the easy-earned dollars just by doing what you love.

Lock Your Online Accounts

2008-02-29T22:37:00.004+08:00

The other day when I was organizing my files on my computer, an idea came up on me and that is to put a password on my folders. I don’t know why but I just want to secure that all the important files I have on my pc is kept safe all the time. So anyone who wants to use it at home, I’m confident that they won’t get access on any of my personal files.

And that’s probably one of the reasons why LifeLock.com has developed a new system for internet user’s online security. The company’s LifeLock can help every internet user secure their online transactions, be it payment, remittance, or files on the net safe from hackers and spam.

Life Lock has proven its service to its many customers and you might be one of those who always hang out on the net and has been doing frequent confidential online transactions. Sure, you’d not want anyone to get access on them so what you need by now is to lock your personal online accounts. Hackers are just around and they won’t let the chance pass by if you haven’t protected your accounts yet. Hence, it’s always a good thing that a company who can provide you with the best online assistance is just a click away. Check it out in no time before it’s too late.

Love and Hate Tag

2008-02-29T22:31:00.001+08:00

1. I love to eat: anything sweet like choc'lets, choc'let ice cream, choc'let cake, Jabee spag, and a lot more

2. I hate to eat: bitter coz I'm not bitter hahaha!
3. I love to go: to seashore during sunset
4. I hate to go: to crowded and noisy place (disco bar).
5. I love it when: I have new stuffs (wardrobe, techie, etc.).
6. I hate it when: our home, especially the bedroom is messy.
7. I love to see: green surroundings.
8. I hate to see: her.
9. I love to hear: When God Made You and The First Time I loved Forever (These remind me of something special).
10. I hate to hear: my backstabbers.

Buzz at Snapbomb

2008-02-28T21:28:00.004+08:00

You seem too tired of your low paying job. For eight hours a day that you have been spending at the office just to get those tiring tasks done makes you feel like giving up. But you are torn between the thoughts of giving up or staying just to survive your daily needs. So why get too tired when you can actually earn in just a snap of your fingers.

It’s been more than a year already since I started blogging. And I have enjoyed every single day of sharing my endless stories and redesigning my blogs, I have finally realized that what I am doing serve me good. I am earning from it and I am very much grateful that blog marketing came in so timely.

Like everyone else, I have also gone through the difficult times and it was just a thing of the past since now that I’m earning from my blog, I can say that I love every minute of it. With the everyday buzz that I am making makes me feel happy and contented, besides it’s just pretty easy.

How about you? Have you snapped your chance on this? Now is the best time to join the latest trend. Snapping it is so easy when you do it with snapbomb.

Mommy Make-Over

2008-02-27T22:46:00.004+08:00

Fame is easily achieved through the aid of advanced technology that has made plastic surgery in-demand today. It has been in the industry for many years and already and has gained the trust and interest of most women and even men. Now that it’s becoming more and more popular, people would consider it as part of their lifestyle. And such is evident to many celebrities who undergo such kind of treatment to enhance their appeal on and off the camera.

And since mommy makeover has something to do with surgery, it therefore limits itself to the enhancement of appearance through the application of surgical and medical techniques. They may be mommies, yet they would still look like single ladies who boast their perfect shape with their sexy clothing and the like. As you look around the city, you will able to find that many mommies are interested to undergo a surgical treatment so they can maintain their normal appearance, restoring it, or even enhancing it beyond the average level toward some aesthetic ideal. It’s for this reason why surgical operation like this is considered as a multi-disciplinary. A comprehensive approach is used and is directly applied to all areas of the head, neck and body.

Beverly Hills cosmetic surgeon earned their skills and knowledge which are necessary to be able to excel in this field. This expert specialized in patient education and counseling, procedural skills, and the early recognition and treatment of complications, which have gained trust of a number of patients. Surgeons also make use of other medium to educate others regarding the enhancement that they want people to learn about such as educational publications, scientific journals and as well as the development of safe and innovative techniques. Indeed, it has changed the lifestyle of most people in the society.

Perhaps, you became interested when you first learned about it. Sooner or later, you may also wish to undergo surgery. So if there are parts of your body that you want to enhance, like increasing or reducing the size of your breasts or reshape sagging breasts, reduce the size of large ears or set protruding ears back closer to the head, correct drooping upper eyelids or remove puffy bags below the eyes, remove facial wrinkles, creases or acne scars, fill in balding areas with one's own hair, change the shape of the nose or you simply want to flatten your abdomen through the California tummy tuck

Transform Your Beauty

2008-02-27T22:42:00.004+08:00

The advanced technology has brought forth fame of the in-demand plastic surgery. It exists for many years already, and many have been interested. As a matter of fact, it has been part of people’s lifestyle. Many celebrities undergo such kind of treatment to enhance their appeal on and off the camera.

And since plastic surgery is a subspecialty of medicine and surgery, it therefore limits itself to the enhancement of appearance through the application of surgical and medical techniques. Many are interested to undergo a surgical treatment so they can maintain their normal appearance, restoring it, or even enhancing it beyond the average level toward some aesthetic ideal. Hence, surgical operation like this is considered as a multi-disciplinary. So it makes use of a comprehensive approach that is directly applied to all areas of the head, neck and body.

The Beverly Hills plastic surgeon that are needed for a successful operation. The skills and knowledge he/she earned are necessary to be able to excel in this field. The surgeons specialized in patient education and counseling, procedural skills, and the early recognition and treatment of complications, which have gained trust of a number of patients. Furthermore, the use of medium such as educational publications, scientific journals and in the development of safe and innovative techniques has paved the way for cosmetic surgery to change the lifestyle of the society.

When you understand all these, it will make you want to undergo surgery from them. So if there are parts of your body that you want to enhance, like increasing or reducing the size of your breasts or reshape sagging breasts, which is possible through the Beverly Hills cosmetic surgery, reduce the size of large ears or set protruding ears back closer to the head, correct drooping upper eyelids or remove puffy bags below the eyes, remove facial wrinkles, creases or acne scars, fill in balding areas with one's own hair, change the shape of the nose and a lot more.

My Typing Speed

2008-02-24T14:39:00.000+08:00

55 words

You reached 237 points, so you achieved position 253056 of 697879 on the ranking list

You type 303 characters per minute
You have 55 correct words and
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Why Do I Blog?

2008-02-22T02:07:00.000+08:00

It's past 1:00 a.m. according to my computer clock. There's nothing really special why I keep myself awake even at this hour. I guess, I have just been used to staying late really and it has been part of my routine. But I must admit that it doesn't make sense at all since it affects my own system even to that of my work.

There's just something that is bothering me for a couple of weeks already but I just can't seem to tell exactly what it is. It could be emotional disturbance, I really don't know yet. While I know that I do have pending tasks to work on, I am just finding the best time to deal with them. I don't want to do the same negative thing again that I would cram just to get the job done. I badly needed the perfect time to do all these pending tasks including those I have set as my personal tasks. I am hoping to have it so sooooon, and I mean it really soon. Just like anybody else, I also don't wanna get caught up with these bothersome stuffs. It makes me feel uncomfortable. Do you know the feeling of wanting something to get done now and yet your mind seem to stop for awhile and nothing is feeding it to continue with more and more ideas? And listen to me now, am I already becoming nonsense here? I don't really know what I am talking about. I guess, I really need a little bit push and I'll be fine soon. And hope that soon will be later this morning. Let's see...hmmmm....

And oh, before I must forget le'mme deal with this tag from Sir Dex. It's been posted for so long I guess and it's just now that I remember this one...

How long have you been blogging?

It's been more than a year already since I started blogging. I guess it was early of January 2007 when I finally able to appreciate blogs, particularly the designs which I have been very much engaged with until now.

So far, I have more than 10 blogs and I am not sure of that if they are more than 10 or 20? Whaaat?! I know, I know they are too many. But the updated ones were just a few of them and I can tell exactly that I do have 10 monetized blogs so far. I need to update some of my blogs so I can also use them as monetized blogs.

Are you trying to make money online, or just doing it for fun?

Eventually, I discovered the different ways of monetized blogging from Pay Per Click, Pay Per Post, etc. or what is commonly known as the SEO thing.

I learned these crafts by searching more information regarding these crafts and applied them on my blog. I weighed the ones that seemed to be easy-money than the other sources. And the effort is worth it since I am now earning a decent income from this hobby.

Tell me three things you love about being online.

1. I am earning dollars just by getting online.
2. I get to know more peeps online and I happened to finally meet them in person, just like Diane.
3. The internet has been feeding me with lots of information that I wanna know without lifting a page from books.

Tell me three things you struggle within the online world.

1. I guess, I've been always itching to get online 24/7 but can't make it because of my other commitments.
2. I'm struggling to finish this tag since my eyes are getting droopy now.
3. I am struggling to recall if I have missed something for this question. So there I have it hahaha!

Oh it's 1:49 a.m. and it took me almost 46 minutes just to get this tag done, whew! I better shut this off now. See yah later guys! Nyt2!

Love is in the Air

2008-02-15T17:38:00.000+08:00

It's Valentine's Day and greetings had filled the inboxes of many, some sent their warmth greetings via YM. In my case, I had these Valentine greetings in my email, YM, mobile phone, and of course from my sweet and ever loving hubby.

He woke me up with a kiss, whispered his Valentine greetings in my ear. I responded and greeted him the same way as he did. I tried to wake up although I was still feeling sleepy. He's been my constant alarm clock, telling me to wake up so I won't be late again. (what's new?!) I stood up and searched something inside my bag where I grabbed my Valentine present for him. Sure, he didn't expect it and it made me happier when I saw him beaming with joy and flattery. I handed him the necklace and greeted him once again. How sweet, lolz!

I was in the office when hubby texted me, reminding me of our dinner date.

Here I am, feeling loved for hundred times, lolz!

The two boys in my lovelife...

Threesome Dates on Valentine's Day

Hubby treated me for a dinner date at Bigg's. We have been celebrating this day for 4 years with only the two of us, but since Bendyk would always want to tag along with us, we had no choice but to bring him on our date, lolz! It was so happy, anway. In fact, hubby and I are laughing at ourselves for we never thought that it would be so quick to have a new created 'lil kiddo in between us. We would reminisce those times when we all think about is the YOU and ME. But now that we have our Prince Bendyk, we are much happier for there is someone in between us, tying us so tightly so we could keep this relationship the best way it can.

Here are my shots at home. I still can't resist the feeling of being loved.

Be a Winner with PRO360

2008-02-15T08:21:00.004+08:00

I was really curious then every time I look at the billboard that is hanging on the corner of the Heritage Hotel. Yes, I do know what’s going on there, but what I don’t know about the games are the rules and how much would it take me to win or lose the game. Of course, I would certainly wish for the positive side of it. But since it’s a gamble I fear that I might not control myself from trying to win in each game especially that it’s actually real and might just tell me that there’s no turning back since I am already there.

But since I am so eager to get over of my curiosity, I searched on the net and stumbled upon this online casino site. I felt the excitement as I look at the design and the feeling become so intense when I finally found various games that many are talking about. And just like what I have said before, I am still a newbie in this kind of online games so learning the basics is my purpose as of the moment. It’s a good thing that the site is user-friendly so even a newbie like me would certainly feel at ease in learning the games.

I am crossing my fingers now that soon may I be a lucky winner in this kind of craft. Let me test my luck on these casino games, this time. But not so soon, let me be the expert first as I go through the basics of the games.

5th Pay-Out: Sony Ericson Z610i

2008-02-15T00:46:00.016+08:00

The wait was a no joke, swear! Paypal pissed me off since the start of February of 2008. The withdrawal process was pending for about two weeks. And I never read any mail from them explaining why and when it will be resolved. They emailed me but it was too late. I was already irritated of their service and seemed to lose hope, since I do not know whether I will still be able to get my money or it will just be a T.Y.

But somehow I felt relieved when my withdrawal status changed to complete. Yipeee! Does it call for a celebration? Hmmm...Le'mme think of that first. The thrifty gal, alright!

As always, the fruit of labor was spent to something worthy. Yea, I shared it to some peeps close to me and I always feel good whenever I do that. And as what I have promised myself-an investment for every pay-out, be it small or big, I still wanna see the fruit of labor I have worked for every time.

And for my 4th pay-out...

The Best Feature I love about this phone...
"FACE WARP"

The Best Artist
(sinetch itetch?)

Hmmm...sinetch itetch, ulit? lolz!

I don't mind spending too much for this. As long as it satisfies my taste (simple yet classy) and interest, the thrifty gal will still give in, lolz! I really can't resist this sleek clamshell that is clearly eye-catcher and features a mirror effect that makes the external display visible only when it is lit up.

Get ready peeps, I'm on for PHOTO HUNT hahaha!

Who will be the next model of the year?

FEATURES:

Size

94 x 49 x 20 mm
3.7 x 1.9 x 0.8 inches

Weight

110 g
3.9 oz

Screen

262,144-colour TFD
176x220 pixel

External screen

128x36
OLED display

Memory

16 MB* memory
Memory Stick Micro™ (M2™) support (up to 2 GB)

Camera

Music

Internet

Entertainment

Connectivity

Messaging

Communication

Design

Organiser

Family Day @ Wildlife Park & Zoo

2008-02-12T17:15:00.000+08:00

Sunday, February 10, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. - Our family day was held at Wildlife Park & Zoo which hubby and I agreed on for a change. It was actually our plan for last week's family day but we decided not to push through because of the rain.

The sky was gloomy today but we still went to Wildlife for our planned picnic. We really had a great time together, and I guess our little prince had enjoyed it much than what we had expected. It was his first time to be in that place. He was able to eye on the different animals he just seen for the very first time. He was hopping with his dad and my youngest bro., while me, holding the cam as I follow them.

I never missed a single chance to capture the moments. So here they go...

My bro, bendyk and hubby...

It just shows how excited the little prince is...

Swing with our prince

(kaya adeee!)
hubby was nervous knowing that he'll be sliding with his 'lil prince, but bendyk insisted, hayz!

Nature Lover

We heart this bridge so much even during our dating stage...

We have been dreaming this since then...

To have it as the entry way before reaching our home...

Nevermind that girl in the cottage. She probably doubted if I really had captured her, lolz.

Yea, this is where hubby and I would sit during our dating stage. We spent most of our time in this place, sharing stories and dreams that we never thought would still exist until now. I terribly missed those days when I would giggle and laugh of his corny stories (joke! hahaha!). This place is what we call, "Our Paradise." The place itself had witnessed the endless dreams we have come to live by, the bungalow at the top of the mountain, a wonderful bridge that we'd cross before reaching our home, 2 beautiful horses that would wait for us should we decide to breathe fresh air around the ranch...It may sound exaj but who cares when all these can actually make us real happy souls.

Our picnic proper...

There's no cottage left for us..so we had no choice but to squat on the grass.

Well, this seemed to be more exciting than sitting on the bench.

Lakas ng tama ng hubby ko noh?

Trying to be a mom to my kiddo...

The Closest ever...

How old is he? He seemed 2 years older than his real age, eh?

Parking...

Need a break...dnd pls!

Animal Lovers? Hmmm...

Aw bout these two? hahaha!
(uber init so i had 2 make kunot the fore'ed)

So there you have it...Until next time, ciao!

Casino Online

2008-02-12T13:22:00.000+08:00

I never been into virtual casino. I though the game rules are somewhat complicated so I keep holding back my interest on trying one. Not until I found this internet casino gambling online that introduces different casino games. Of course, it made me feel more excited especially the designs that won’t let you say no.

Care for Loved Ones

2008-02-08T12:51:00.000+08:00

I am only 22 years old and turning 23 this coming March. At this age, although it’s still in the 20’s, I am already worrying on what could happen when I get old. As I glance on oldies on the streets, at home or anywhere I go, I would often ask myself, how would it feel to get old like them? That bothers me a lot. Although we still adapt that close-family-tie, I still worry a lot thinking of the possibility of being neglected when you are already old.

But when I have come across the site that offers care homes, my worries faded all of a sudden. I have learned a lot of things by just browsing through this site. The dedicated service that this site offers, eased my worries away even my worries for my loved ones who in the next few years will get that white hair on their head.

How about you? Do you also wish to have an easy flowing life even at old age? Well, that could always be possible. Learn more about caring for old ones as you visit the site. It has great news for you and to many others.

Business Venture with a Shopping Cart Software

2008-02-08T12:34:00.000+08:00

Call me workaholic, or whatever you want to call me. But I feel the excitement of getting myself busy with things that fascinate me. In fact, as you go through my notes you will able to read the different drafts for business plans that I want to work on in the near future. If you will analyze them, venturing a business online is the fastest way of getting a lot of customers than sitting on a couch waiting for them to peek over. Well, it feels great that as I am beginning to do the planning for this online business, I have come across a site that definitely caters to online business. Ashop offers a shopping cart software that I can download anytime that I already want to start my business.

This complete solution for a merchant like us comes easy with this software. So why waste time in figuring out the best strategy to use when you can actually have it by visiting the site. Grabbing the software is certainly one way of becoming successful in your business. Come and check it.

Shopping Cart Software

2008-02-08T12:25:00.000+08:00

When you get to read my notes, you will find here the different lists of businesses that I want to work on in the near future. As I analyze them, I realized that venturing a business online is the fastest way of getting a lot of customers than sitting on a couch waiting for them to peek over. Well, it feels great that as I am beginning to do the planning for this online business, I have come across a site that definitely caters to online business. This site offers a shopping cart software which I could download anytime that I already want to start my business.

A complete solution for a merchant like me is provided by this software. So why take the hassles of figuring out great strategies? You can actually have it in no time when you visit the site. So if you are like me who is fond of business, better get going Ashop has something for you.

Get Reviewed with Topnotch Online Review Site

2008-02-08T11:45:00.000+08:00

How long have you been blogging? How did it turn out for you? Well, as for me blogging for over a year already is filled with excitement. I even have learned more websites that can provide us with more ideas about different sites. How? When you get to visit sites that you feature on your blog, you will be able to learn about them, how they are worth visiting. In fact, for those times that I’ve been blogging, I realized that visiting each of them could somehow feed you with different ideas on how things are getting done, letting you think on the strategies why they succeed.

With several blog posts that I have written, online casino has been written over and over again on my blogs. But that makes me feel more excited as these sites have taught me the different games that at first I didn’t know do really exist. How about you? Are you a newbie to this kind of online games, better yet visit the site and sure you will be able to learn more about casino games.

Advertise with Smorty

2008-02-08T11:33:00.000+08:00

It's been a year ago since I started blogging just for the sake of releasing whatever thoughts that are running through my mind. But months after that, I have come across different blogs that do earn money. Yes, that's always possible. Most bloggers from U.S.A. do
advertise on blogs. As I browsed through their blogs, I found out that a lot of websites are hiring bloggers to make advertisements for their clients.

And I also found out that among this huge number of paid blogging sites, Smorty is the most popular advertisement provider. It provides the best service in connecting advertisers with bloggers. These advertisers pay bloggers to write opinion posts with links back to the advertisers site. That's pretty simple, right? So what are you waiting for? Don't be left behind. Smorty is the best choice for your blogging career.

Boost Your Confidence

2008-02-06T00:30:00.000+08:00

There are a lot of factors to consider in judging a woman’s appeal. The beauty of her face is a topnotch factor. Next is the body shape that makes us say, “Oh, she’s very sexy!” But this factor has its sub-factors too. Since we are talking about the body shape, it must all start from the bust down to the butt. Some even include the shape of the legs. But overall, the focus of most people is more on the size of the breast and the shape of the butt.

All these factors bring good effects on every woman when it comes to improving her self-image and quality of her life. This may be confusing for some, but wait until you find women who walked through the aisle with air of confidence as they carry their revealing dresses with no worries. That is actually how augmentation surgery can do wonders to many women these days.

Perhaps, this is also one of the reasons why many are taking on chances to have their tummy tuck in Beverly Hills. In fact, these women also underwent a liposuction in Los Angeles and the Beverly Hills breast augmentation.

Most of these women belong to show business where they had to look gorgeous and sexy on and off the camera. They dared to be sexy so many viewers would become interested to know them much, and this would also mean fame for them. There’s nothing wrong in becoming gorgeous and sexy. In fact, it even boosts their self-esteem. So if you think you deserve that improvement like all these women have realized then, why hesitate when all you have to do is to visit their site and choose which part of your body that you want to enhance. Sooner or later, people whom you know and even those strangers would come near you and shower you with praises.

Tagged and Tugged

2008-01-31T22:11:00.000+08:00

Instructions: Each player starts with 7 random habits/facts about themselves. People who are tagged need to write on their own blog about their seven things, as well as these rules. At the end of your blog, you need to choose 7 people to get tagged and list their names. Don't forget to leave them a comment telling them that they have been tagged and to read your blog!

1. I am a self proclaimed web buff (obvious, eh?)

2. I uber love the color brown especially when matched with gold

3. I love books, but I'm more on reading love stories than factual and boring ones. They entice the romantic side of me (nax kilig 2 d bones,lolz!)

4. I am a day-and-night dreamer nyahahaha! and getting rich tops it all (mah fingers are now crossed)

5. I am uber sweet, caring and thoughtful (o, wag kokontra--kanya kanyang trip)

6. I own the title, "anghel na maldita" (I am very friendly so I don't usually start the fight, but when you dare me, freak out! I'll hunt you til I get even! bwahahaha!)

7. I am great lover, daughter, sister, and friend...I always wanna make them all happy and unruffled.

A- Age: 22

B- Band Listening To Right Now: I am not very pacticular with the bands out there...As long as they sing the song wholeheartedly, I'll love listening to them...

C- Career: web copywriter, blogger, data analyst, traffic enforcer (gets?), tutor, TH wifey, TH mommy

D- Drink or Smoke: I drink occasionally, but I never smoke

E- Easiest Friends To Talk To: Sarah, Eden, Mayan, Lala, Shammy, Halley, Owenn, and a lot more. See, ala Ms.Congeniality hahaha! mgreact insecure, lolz!

F- Gummy Bears or Gummy Worms: d'oh gummy worms? sooo gross! I'd rather prefer gummy bears

G- Have a Boyfriend: Still searching...wanna apply? (hala! just kidding hubby)

H- In love: yeye I am, and hope it'll stay forever (pero dapat 4ever din love nya noh! it'll be unfair, lolz!)

I- Junk Food You Like: Pillows-Ube (Is this a junk food?) and all potato chips

J- Kids: I love my Prince Bendyk...I also love babies/kids as long as they are not cry-baby...

K- Longest Ride Ever: from Legazpi to Cavite/Ortigas

L- Most favorite websites: of course, the ever cool Crumpled and Scratched, Witty Rendezvous, Coohrahao, The Enfakid, and the Drive All the Way to Success

M- Names For Your Future Kids: I would wish for a girl this time, and I'll name her Crickstelle

N- One Wish You Have Now: IBM Thinkpad (soon yey!)

O- Phobias: I have fear on heights, all animals, crazy peeeps (i mean totally crazy!)

P- Favorite Quote: "If you have the courage to try, and the faith to believe, there's nothing in life that is hard to achieve..." effective!

Q- Reasons To Smile: My Prince Bendyk, My ever loving and supportive hubby, my mom and bros., and also dollars hahaha!

R- Sleeping Hours: 2 a.m. ZZzzzzZZZZzzz!

S- Time You Woke Up: I usually wake up at 7:00 a.m. during working days and on restdays, I wake up at around 12 noon or 1:00 p.m. (Oops! Mantika ba?)

T- Unknown Fact About You: Everytime I eat fish (any kind of fish), I have to remove first the scales, the black/dark edge on it and of course the bones. All that is left is the whitish meat. And it took me minutes before I can finally savor the taste.

U- Vegetable You Hate: Ampalaya

V- Worst Habit: Procrastinating

W- X-rays You've Had: Chest X-ray and it was 2 years ago

X-Yummy Foods: Jollibee's sweet spaghetti, choc'let cakes, hawaiian pizza, cheeze pocket, choc'let/ube ice cream, choc'lets, ginisang bagoong (sweet, spicy and salty)

Y- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (but when I get to the ocean, it usually threatens me...i dunno with my instinct)

You're Tagged: Mayan, Eden, Halley, Shammy, Lala, Owenn and Diane