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Monday, August 31, 2009

Best Place to Buy Tickets for Concert

I must admit, I love music and singing, but either one of these two doesn't love me at all. But despite of that , I still sing. And because of my love for music, one of the things that I have never done and wanted to do someday is to watch a concert live. For the first time in my life, my friends and I decided to watch a concert which will be held this month. She ordered tickets for me, her and Juliet. I couldn't wait to see this famous singer in the country where we grew up.

Anyway, someday. I would like to see Faith Hill, Sheryl Crowe, Brad Paisley, Shania, Twain and most of the country music artists perform. Good thing to know, there is a legitimate website that sells musical event passes to some of the hottest venues around like the Country Music Awards Tickets, HP Pavilion Tickets, Caesars Palace Tickets, Staples Center Tickets, MGM Grand Garden Arena and more. If you are looking for an awesome concert or any other spectacular upcoming event this year, just visit ACheapset.com.

ACheapseat.com is a leading ticket broker that provides you the opportunity to get your hands on some really great tickets at a really great price, from the comfort of your own home. Not only that, aside from you don't have to stand in line, you will be able to save more when you purchase tickets from them. Convenient, isn't it? Why don't you try getting Jeff Dunham Tickets, a stand up comedian, if you like comedy shows, or even for Britney Spears Tickets at acheapset.com? Go to their website and choose from the selection of seats they have for both singers. So, what are you waiting for? Buy your Taylor Swift Tickets for Sommet Center now before the tickets will be all sold out.

Our Old House for Sale Again!?

Yes, you read it right, our old house we sold one and a half year ago due to job relocation is in the market again. I still want the house back, but hubby says the price is more than the price we asked for it when we sold it, considering that the current owner didn't do much but put a garbage disposal and the patio is not as inviting as it used to when we sold it to her. One more thing, she has two pets (dog and cat), which we really tried to avoid when buying a house. But if she lowers the price, maybe we will consider buying it back to her. I am a sentimental person that is why I want it back because of all the memories, hard work and love we put into it.


My husband said that when it is time for us to buy a house again, it would be a townhouse with small yard and definitely no repair or renovation to be done. Our old house has a big yard especially in the back and we did tons of repairing ourselves including totally renovated kitchen, interior painting, covered and screened patio, driveway extension, new roofing, new windows, insulation, new flooring wood and carpet flooring, new HVAC system, and new washer, dryer, stove and dishwasher. I am still praying that hubby would change his mind about it and agrees to buy it back. It is not a big house, but I don't care, I don't need a big house, anyway.

iPhone Accessories

The one thing on my wish list that I really want to have right now if I could would be an iPhone. I am not a materialistic person, but this one is very useful that is why I wan it bad! I know it expensive but it is worth the price. Anyway, if you owe one, I am sure you would like to get all its accessories available. It would cost you much, but no worry because there is a place that sells iphone accessories that you can afford. Buy.com sells everything you could ask for, from iPhone accessories, dvd's and more for a cheap price! Just recently, I bought dvd from them and I couldn't believe how cheap it is to buy from them that at the other store because it saves me $3.00. I am glad I look online first before buying stuffs at the store. Why don't you try and see how much you would save money from buying stuffs at buy.com.

Friday, August 28, 2009

Friday Fill-Ins

And here we go…

1. He was a like an angel!

2. Our 8th year wedding anniversary is what I look forward to most this time of year.

3. My best friend aside from my husband is my mother.

4. I am hungry right now to be honest with you.

5. Appearances can be an advantage when looking for a job.

6. The last person I gave a hug to was Jacob (my son), when we were playing an hour ago.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I’m looking forward to cleaning my son's bedroom, tomorrow my plans include attend children's activity at church and in the afternoon, a visit with out Pinoy friends and Sunday, I want to go to church as always!

Playground Pointers

Make sure your next visit to the local park is a safe one by following these tips:

Source: LDS Living.com/ Magazine

Forget relaxing with a good book. Lack of supervision accounts for 40 percent of playground injuries, so keep a close eye on your child at all times to make sure he or she is using the equipment properly.
Check for unsafe equipment. Are the swings or slides damaged? Are the nets or ropes frayed? Does everything seem to be secured properly?
Keep your children in age-appropriate areas. Don’t let young children play on the older children’s equipment; there’s a good chance they will be knocked down or otherwise injured.
Dress your child for the occasion. Avoid jewelry, hoodies, and other loose clothing. Have your child wear a brightly colored shirt so you can easily pick him or her out of the crowd.


Tattoo Chat Rooms.

Every time I see someone who has a tattoo it makes me wonder why they do that to themselves. I am sure it really hurts when you do something like that to yourself. Anyway, one time I talked to my cousin who has a small tattoo on her belly and asked why did she put one; she said it her way to to how much she loves her husband. If you are in to art especially body art, I am sure you would like to meet people who have the same passion as you do. You should join this website called tattoo chat rooms. There you will meet people all over the world whom you can share your interest with. Registration is 100% free, so why not sign up now! Who knows, that someone special you are waiting is right there.

Buzz About Doug Kaplan's Websites

Being a blogger, part of my job is to visit my friends blogs as well as those blogger who are a frequent visitors on my blogs. Doing that makes me learn more about persons as well as the thing they posts on their blogs. I also enjoy reading about them because some of them have very interesting topics where I have learn a lot. One of them is Doug Kaplan who has websites such as dougkaplan.org and dougkaplan.net. And if you want to learn more about him, he also has a faceboook.com/dougkapla. Read about and get to know his work at an advertising company in Florida.

The Tree Test



You Are Kind and Sensitive


You relate to others easily. You have many friends, and you love making their lives better.

You are genuinely warm and radiant. People feel comforted by your presence.

Becoming a better person is something you think about every day. You want to be interesting, insightful, and special.

You need love more than most people in the world. You're willing to love those who don't love you in return.

Trendy and Cute Maternity Clothes

When we lost our first child, my doctor told me not to get pregnant again because of my health issue. But we got pregnant anyway, and we were the happiest couple around. We were so excited that though it was still early to buy maternity clothes, we started looking for maternity clothes I could wear when my tummy gets bigger. Good thing that there was and is a place to buy cute, and trendy maternity clothes and that is at KikiFashions.

This online store sells unique selection of clothes for pregnant women that are affordable. I really like their designs because they are not the typical boxy clothing you would find in the market today. Right now, you can save 20% when you used the code blogfriends at the check out if you are a blogger or a blogger's friend. For all your matenity clothes need, look no further for KikiFashions.com is just a click away!

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Jake's First Day at School

He got up early, ate his breakfast and was ready for school. He didn't want to go at first, but as soon as we got inside the schoo,l he get excited and was happy when we left.

Outside our apartment.

In front of the school where he attended the overflow class since he was still on the waiting list.

Inside the classroom...

coloring and making lines...

....this was the inside the his room together with the other children who were also on the waiting lists. Jake attended Monday and Tuesday before they finally sent him and the rest of the other kids to the school where they will attend the class permanently. He is now attending Jess Harben which where we wanted him to be in the first place since 50% of the students are Asian.

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Halloween Invitations

Before my son's birthday, I thought of sending invitations for his friends but I couldn't find one that we both like. We want something that can be customized, yet inexpensive and traditional. So, I decided to look online and found InvitationConsultants.com where they sell invitations for all occasion such as Halloween invitations, birthday invitations, wedding invitations, anniversary, bridal, baby shower, engagements and more. Right now, they have a deal where you can save 25% off select love bird theme invitations, plus free ground shipping for $150 order or more. If you are looking for any invitations, you should click the link provided here. They also offer party favors, holiday cards, stationary envelop and more.

Bed Bug Products

Bed bug is one problem we shouldn't neglect. One way to prevent it is that making it sure that the place we sleep in away from home is treated. The same thing with the hospitals, hotels, clinics and so forth. We may not see them, but they are there hiding under the mattress, couch, and bed. And if you have bed bug problem, there is a website that can help you treat or prevent bed bug presence in your home. At USBedBugs.com, you will find bed bug products to protect your bedding, eliminate home infestations, early prevention and detections and more.


They even have products like to help you prevent bedbug when traveling like the Bug Zip Luggage Encasements. In addition really like some of their products such as protect-a-bed allerzip bed bug proof mattress encasements, climbup insect interceptors (bed bug monitors), packtite portable bed bug heater, greenclean dissolvable laundry bags and more at http://www.usbedbugs.com/bedbugs.html. These products are all pesticide free, meaning they are safe to be used by anyone. For more products and tips on how to protect yourself from bed bugs bite, visit their website now!

Monday, August 24, 2009

Pet Supplies

Having a pet home brings joy to our family. We used to have dog at one time but we gave it away to our friend when my son was still young. Our son liked the little dog, but he hated it when he dog starts jumping on him. Then, we had a rabbit who ran away from us. We do want to get a cat, but maybe in the near future when our son is old enough to take care of it. Now, we are satisfied when our friends ask us to look after their bird every time they go on a vacation. We love having pet despite of the fact that owning a pet is not an easy task. We need to care for them like we care with every member of the family. They need attention, love, care and pet supplies in order to live and be happy and well taken care of. Pet supplies are not cheap as we know. Do you know that there is a place where you can buy discounted pet supplies? Jefferspet.com is a website that offer pet supplies for a cheaper price. From dogs, cats, birds, ferrets and wild animals supplies, they've got you covered. So, if you are looking for pet supplies, you should check this website.

Getting to Know Each Other Tag

Thanks, Clarissa of Kizuna for this nice tag and or your untiring visit to my blogs. I want you know that they are much appreciated.

To do this, Create a New Blog Post, paste these instructions in the body of the note, type your title as "Getting to Know Each Other!", then tagged as many people as you like :) Don't forget to leave a message to those you have tagged so that they will know :)

1. What time did you get up this morning? 7:00am
2. How do you like your steak? Medium Well
3. What was the last film you saw at the cinema? Mama Mia
4. What is your favorite TV show? Pinoy Soaps, Cooking shows at Food Network
5. If you could live anywhere in the world where would it be? Philippines
6. What did you have for breakfast? Cereal and Banana
7. What is your favorite cuisine? Filipino and Mediterranean
8. What foods do you dislike? Pastas with Cheese and Creme
9. Favorite place to eat? Little Maggianos
10. Favorite dressing? Honey Mustard and Catalina
11. What kind of vehicle do you drive? Chrysler Town and Country Limited Edition Van
12. What are your favorite clothes? Capri Jeans, Straight Cut Jeans, t-shirt and Denim Skirts.
13. Where would you visit if you had the chance? Philippines
14. Cup 1/2 empty or 1/2 full? What do you mean?
15. Where would you want to retire? Philippines if hubby agrees.
16. Favorite time of day? Since I am a night person, it would be Nighttime :-!
17. Where were you born? Tarlac City,
Philippines
18. What is your favorite sport to watch? Golf, Bowling, and Tennis
19. Who do you think will not tag you back? I have no Idea.
20. Person you expect to tag you back first? I' m not sure
21. Who are you most curious about their responses to this? Shy, Dhemz, Juliet, Rose, Liza and Ams,
and Cacai
22. Bird watcher? Not much!
23. Are you a morning person or a night person? Night person!! I sleep at during the day sometimes.
24. Do you have any pets? Nope
25. Any new and exciting news you'd like to share? None at this moment.
26. What did you want to be when you were little? A Teacher.
27. What is your best childhood memory?
Once a week family night with my parents and siblings.
28. Are you a cat or dog person? Dog person, I think!
29. Are you married? Yup!
30. Always wear your seat belt? Yes
31. Been in a car accident? Nope
32. Any pet peeves? Self Centered Person.
33. Favorite Pizza Toppings? Pineapple and Canadian Ham.
34. Favorite Flower? Tulip, Daisy's and Orchids.
35. Favorite ice cream? Braums Chocolate Ice Cream.
36. Favorite fast food restaurant? Mc Donalds
37. How many times did you fail your driver's test?
Twice :-!
38. From whom did you get your last email? Tara, and PayPerPost.
39. Which store would you choose to max out your credit card? Grocery
40. Do anything spontaneous lately? No
41. Like your job? Yup, I do!
42. Broccoli? Yes, it' is good for those who have type 2 diabetes.
43. What was your favorite vacation? Summer Vacation in VA Beach.
44. Last person you went out to dinner with? Hubby
who else
45. What are you listening to right now? Love Is All Around.
46. What is your favorite color? Purple, Blue and White.
47. How many tattoos do you have? None
and will never have.
48. How many are you tagging for this quiz? All of them
49. What time did you finish this quiz? 1:20 A.M.
50. Coffee drinker? No!!!

Now, it's time to tag everybody on my blog lists! Have a Great week, Friends.

To Juliet....

I met Juliet 5 years ago through her husband, Earnest who is my husband's friend and co worker before back in T.I. She is one of the nicest person I have ever met when I got here in the U.S. A friendly, humble, hardworking and responsible wife and mother, simple and yet pretty person. We became very close after our first meeting. She was the one who introduced blog with me...and I am grateful for that....if not from her, I would have not known blogging and would have never met you guys! Thanks, dear for your friendship and for being "you!" And thanks for inviting us over on your birthday celebration yesterday! It is always fun being with you and your family every time we visit each other!
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Matt, Cecile and Jacob :-)!

We Wish You All the Best in All the Years Ahead...Have Fun on Your Special Day!


Sunday, August 23, 2009

Van Insurance Done Right!

With the economic crisis we are facing for awhile now, everyone are looking for ways on how to save money to make ends meet. There are things we spend money for that are not really necessary and can even live without it. One of the many things we can't afford not to have is, an auto insurance that fits our budget. Finding inexpensive and reliable car or van insurance can be very hard yet, very important. At the place where we used to live, car insurance was inexpensive as well as reliable, and that is one thing we don't have and miss here in the state where we live right now. It took us a week or so before we finally decided which one in all insurance companies we have compared quotes with for our van.

If you are live in UK and is looking for car insurance, you should check Autonet Insurance group for they have the cheapest car insurance quotes ever. They have up to 70% off on van insurance when you check the list of the car insurance providers into their website. Whether for your insurance on cars, home, bike, motor home, travel, pet, business insurance and more, they are the experts when it comes to screening all the insurance companies, thus provides their customers the best customer services as well as best deals they can give; isn't it great? I like that they even give you an option to add a tool insurance for damage or loss equipment from your car. You should visit their website in order to save for your vehicle's insurance.

Saturday, August 22, 2009

Fruit Flies are Driving Us Crazy!

For the first time in our life, we encountered problem of getting rid of fruit flies! After a month or so of these tiny insects presence into our apartment, we decided to place fruits inside our refrigerator instead of the kitchen counter. My husband did all he can to get rid of them but to no avail. I am now waiting that they die after three days so I will be happy again spending time in our kitchen cooking! I have done some research and this is what I have found out about these insects.

by: Whitney Cranshaw

Vinegar flies, also known as small fruit flies, commonly develop in overripe or decaying fruit and vegetable matter. They are minute, light brown flies with orange-red eyes and rarely are they found very far from the fruit bowl. Numbers tend to build in late summer. If conditions are suitable and food is present, they may breed indoors.

Although associated with fruit, developing vinegar flies actually feed on yeasts. To eliminate a vinegar fly problem, use up overripe fruit, refrigerate it or discard it. At the same time, give attention to other breeding sites. Vinegar flies may, for example, breed in the moist residue that remains in the bottom of beer bottles or soft drink cans, as well as in other areas where moist organic matter allows for yeast growth. After all such food sources are removed, some residual adults may remain for a week or so, but ultimately will die out.

Photographs: Judy Sedbrook

Jake Wants Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy!

Eight years ago, I met my favorite Disney character for the first time at DisneyLand in California. I was so happy to see Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse; it was a dream come true to me. After I got married I found out that my husband likes watching Disney movies, too that explained why he has collections of almost all Disney characters movies. He also told me that he decided to collect Disney movies for his future children. Now, we have a five year old son who loves watching cartoon characters like Winnie the Pooh, Toy Story, Pocahontas, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse to name some. So, every time we are at the mall, he wants to go to the Walt Disney store not only to see these Disney character toys, but also buy at least one of their toys.
My son told me that he wants to go to Disneyland to see his favorite cartoon characters especially Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, Woody and Buzzlight Year of the movies toy story 1 and 2. I talked about it with my husband and decided that as soon as we have enough savings, we will go to Disney World in Orlando in Florida. And when that time comes, we will buy Disney Tickets and plane tickets at orlandofuntickets.com because they have the best deals that can get us into all the Disney Parks in Orlando, FL.


Since my son is old enough to remember things, it would be so much fun for him to see different cartoon characters in person. My husband and I want our son to experience what we have experienced when we went to Disneyland in CA. We had so much fun; and this time it would be exciting because it will be a whole family's enjoyment! I can't wait when that day comes when I would be able to see Mickey and Minnie Mouse at the Magic Kingdom. I also want to one again see and enjoy the Island of Adventure, Sea World, Busch Garden, Blizzard Beach, and Typhoon Lagoon. So, if you are planning give your whole family a great entertainment, you should visit Orlando Fun Tickets site and choose which show you and your family will really enjoy.

Saturday 9: I Ran


1. When's the last time you ran?
It's been awhile, I can't remember when.
2. Do your jeans have rips, tears, and holes in them?
None, it's not my type of jeans.
3. What are you dreading right now?
Finish blog hopping so I can go to bed early.
4. Do you like Mexican food?
Yes, especially Fajita, Posole, Menudo, and Sopapilla.
5. Favorite ice cream?
Chocolate Ice Cream.
6. When was your last doctor's visit?
Tuesday, last week.
7. Do you get the full 8 hours of sleep a night?
Sometimes, mostly seven.
8. How many pets do you have?
None right now!
9. "First Loves Are Never Over;" is this true for you?
No, it is not, in fact I was able to forget it easily, thanks goodness!

Join us at Saturday: 9. "Just A Silly Meme on a Saturday!" Enjoy your weekend!

Friday, August 21, 2009

Your Financial Guidance

Two years ago, my husband experienced the one thing we didn't think will ever happened with him. He got laid off from his job of seven years. We were both devastated by that. It put so much stress in our lives. The only consolation we got was the company he worked for gave everyone who was laid off enough time to find new jobs. Thank goodness we only waited one month for his new job. We were relocated in VA after we sold our house and moved right away. We didn't get enough time to withdraw our 401K. We thought of transferring it to CD, but never happened. The result, we lost some of our money because of the economic crisis that has happened since. My husband is back to his old job after getting laid off for the second time in just a little over a year. Our money is still there where it was before and still we don't know what we will do with it. We still want to learn about the stock market and investment strategies so we can move our money where it needs to be. Thanks goodness there is a website that can help us and that is YoungMoney.com. At Young Money.com, you will find answers for any financial problem you are facing, be it credit and debts, financial aid, investing, money management, shopping, and more. I really like that Young Money has a mortgage payoff calculator that can help homeowners show much interest they can save by increasing their mortgage payment and see complete amortization payment schedule, and how much they can save on their monthly mortgage. I am convinced that we need financial planner who can help us invest our money into something that would make our money earn instead of losing them. So, if you are in need of help with any financial issue you are facing, you should check this website out and stop worrying. Claim your financial freedom back now!

Party Ideas for All Occasion

I never had the experienced of having a back to school party when I was still at school. In the country where I grew up, though the weather there is hot at summertime, hosting a summer or back to school party is not very popular. I have always wanted to attend a back to school/summer party; I think it would be fun for both kids and parents alike. Since the school starts in just a few days, it would be nice to host a “Back to School Night Family Dinner Party.” Of course the theme of the party would be “Back to School.” I would invite my friends at church who have kids who are my son's age which is 6 year old and under. I am sure all who would attend will have so much fun since I would like to do it in my place since there is a little park there as well as a swimming pool which is perfect for hot summer night. I would decorate it with hand made school décor and fill favor bags with these cool school items like: erasers, pencil, glue and crayons. Then last but not the least I will serve foods that are kids friendly like fruits, chicken nuggets, pizza, and juice. This party would very simple yet with lots of fun.

How about you? Are you planning to hold a party anytime soon? If so, I suggest that you check the website I came across with where you will find tons of ideas for any party you want. Ideas for party themes, decorations, foods and even party favors. You will be amazed with what you will find in there. Whatever party you want from Halloween party ideas, Bridal party ideas, Graduation parties, Kids birthday party and more, they have got you covered. I really like the website because you can even find recipes that you can use for any occasion. So what are you waiting for? Visit Celebration.com now for more party ideas and favors. I have attended quite few parties since I got here in United States and the Summertime Party held at church is one of my favorite. The theme was “Hawaiian Style” and we all had a blast from that party!


Want to Meet New Friends!

I believe that we are all created by a supreme being in His own image, so even though we came from he same God, we are still have differences and choices to make as well as express our feeling and thoughts. Some of us has a very unique way of showing to people what we want and our sense of style. Some of us dress in a unique way. For instance, we talk and dress the Gothic way and there is nothing wrong with it. Do you know that there is a gothic chat room for Gothic people. On this website, you can register for free and talk to the Gothic people like you all over the world. They are friendly and will to share their thoughts and feelings. You can even see and talk with them live through the webcam. Cool isn't it? So wait no longer, register and meet these nice people now!

Thursday, August 20, 2009

Term Life Insurance

We all want to protect our kid's future, and we do all we can to give them the very best! One way to secure their future is by buying term life insurance. FreeLifeTermQuote.com can help you find the right place to purchase one because they do free quotes. By using this website you will find the right company best for your investment.

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Increase Your Link Tag

I would like to thank Shy of Simple Happy Life and Niko of Yena's Blog for this wonderful tag. With this unique and helpful tag, we can meet new friends, gain traffic, learn from their experiences, get many tags and awards and more as what Shy said. There is nothing to lose, but more to gain when you try this chain link.

1. Try to make a post just like this one and mention this process.

2. From the list of blog sites below remove the number 1 and move the rest in the list 1 step higher (i. e number 2 becomes number 1, and so on). Add your blog name in the 5th position. Don't forget to copy the links. (Here's my list-my site added in the end)

  1. EV Tourism Portal
  2. Home of good ideas
  3. Make or Break
  4. The Mommy Journey
  5. Simple Happy Life
  6. Small and Simple Things
3. List at most five of your friends blogsite here with link and inform them of this post and ask them to do the same. Here's my list:

1. My Little Love Bugs
2. My Overview
3. Kizuna
4. Business Matters
5. Amazingly Me

Affordable Exterior Shutters

One of the many ways we can curve the appeal of our houses is put exterior shutters in. Window shutters make a big difference in the outside of your homes especially if you are planning to sell your house or just wanted a new look. And if you are looking for a place to buy exterior shutters, larsonshutter.com offer wide selection of shutters; you can choose from style, color, sizes and shapes. Right now, you can save 10% of the normal price. So what are you waiting for? Visit their website now and find the shutter that matches your style, and one that fits your budget!

To a Dear Friend, Dhemz!

"A true friend is someone who thinks that you are a good egg even though he knows that you are slightly cracked."

Dhemz is such a simple, humble, generous, kind and genuine person that is why everybody likes her and that includes me. She is like a sister I never have. Stay that way dear Dhemz! Thanks for your friendship!


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To One of the Best friend Around!
May All Your Wishes Come True...
Take Care and Fun on Your Special Day!!!


Colon Cleanse Review

Many people nowadays oft to using products available in the market today to have their colon cleaned and detoxified. Because many people found these products very effective, that is why some companies tried to claim that their own colon cleansers are the best and most effective even though it is the other way around. My suggestion is be careful with this kind of scam. To make sure you are getting the right product that is effective, safe, and affordable, you should visit the website called coloncleanseresearch.com for colon cleanse review to avoid being mislead by these impostors. On this website you will also learn the Top 10 colon cleansers available that you can rely on.

Free Christian Chat Rooms

Are you looking for Christian friend to share your thoughts and feelings about God? If that is the case, then you should join the christian chat rooms where you will meet many people who loves to talk about God. They are eager to share with you how much they love God, His words and blessing associated with obedience to His commandments. And you can do the same, too without any doubt or hesitation. The membership is 100% free; all you have to do is register and instantly get access with tons of people's profile all over the world. Not only that, you can also see them live on free webcam! Isn't it cool? Visit the website now and start sharing the gospel of Christ to them!

Not Even My husband Notices It!

Your PMS Disaster Level: Low


You have a little PMS every now and then, but it's not bad at all.
No one probably notices except you.
Are You a PMS Disaster?

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Oceanfront Resort In Myrtle Beach

Living on the East Coast for a little over a year gave us a chance to visit beautiful places like Washington, DC where the Lincoln Memorial and White House are located, the beautiful Virginia Beach, and the famous Myrtle Beach in SC.

The best place we have ever been so far is obviously the Myrtle Beach where everything you could possibly ask for a great family vacation can be found. We have toured the whole place and we were amazed with what we have seen. There are plenty of activities the whole family will enjoy, fine restaurants to dine out with, shops and most of all perfect accommodations like the Resort in Myrtle Beach.


You can choose from either the Myrtle Beach Resort and the Oceanfront Hotel Myrtle Beach. But for me, I would love to stay at the Grande Shores Resort which is located also on the Oceanfront in beautiful Myrtle Beach that features features generously-sized one, two, and three bedroom condominiums to comfortably accommodate every size family, golf and vacation group, as well as affordable hotel rooms to fit every type of budget. If I were you, I would check their website now and book my reservation.

Managing Diabetes

I was diagnosed with type2 diabetes few months after I had kidney transplanted in me. The doctor said that it is normal; I just need to manage my eating habit which is not easy for me since I am also taking steroid that boosts my appetite. Just this morning, I went for a routine check up and found out that my blood sugar level in not that bad. Thank goodness! My doctor's worries is that my cholesterol is very high and so as my blood pressure. That is why he put me into Lipitor for cholesterol and Lisonpril for blood pressure. I hope that after two weeks of taking these medications, everything will be back to normal. Anyway, here are some tips on how to mange diabetes from RealAge.com

Managing diabetes comes down to one main goal: controlling your blood sugar levels. It's the key to reducing your risk of developing serious complications, such as heart disease, renal failure, nerve damage, and blindness. And making great meal choices can go a long way toward helping to keep your blood sugar levels within a healthful range.

When it comes to managing your blood sugar through your eating choices, don't think of it as dieting or saying no to yourself. Think of it as an un-diet -- where you focus on what you say yes to. Because the truth is, it's not about what you don't eat. It's about what you do eat. It's about choosing good foods, balancing your meals, and watching portion sizes. And eating regularly (no skipping!).

Here are just a few of the things you get to say yes to when you're eating for better blood sugar control.

Hearty grains: Those nutty, toasty whole-grain breads and cereals are so much more interesting than plain old white bread and cornflakes, right? This is definitely one area where eating right tastes great! Choose complex, high-fiber, whole-grain options whenever you include carbohydrates in a meal. We're talking whole-grain breads, cereals, and pasta, which will help keep your blood sugar steady.

The season's best: Those juicy, colorful fruits and veggies you see at the grocery store and farmers market? They're not a treat. They're a must. Because most fruit and veggies are nutrient rich, calorie poor, and fiber filled, they are an excellent choice for people with high blood sugar. Just keep it healthy by avoiding added sugars, butter, heavy cream, or sauces. Instead, use vinegar, lemon juice, herbs, and spices for your veggies, and eat your fruit whole.

Creamy treats: Yummy yogurts and savory cheeses are not off limits for you. In fact, to stay healthy, your body needs the protein, calcium, and other nutrients that dairy provides. Just choose low-fat or fat-free milk, cheese, yogurt, and sour cream products to keep your saturated fat intake down.

Perfect protein: Lovely broiled fish steaks, toasty nuts, crunchy chickpeas . . . sound like a hardship? It's not. Many of the healthier protein sources are also some of the tastiest. Choose lean cuts of meat, skinless chicken, omega-3-rich fish, eggs, beans, peas, nuts, and seeds to get your protein while reducing your saturated fat and cholesterol intake at the same time. And use low-fat cooking methods such as grilling, broiling, and stir-frying.

Experience An Authentic Switzerland Hotel

Every time my family and I travel on the countryside, we always see nice houses and Country Inns. And because of that, we have come to love everything that has to do with country living. We would like to live someday in a countryside and probably retire there. We both love a quiet lives surrounded by beautiful views of the nature, where the air is fresh. I also dream of owning a house with beautiful interior design in a breathtaking location such as the Swiss Hotels found of course in Switzerland. But before that, we would like to travel to Switzerland, a place that encompasses the architectural style, cuisine and culture of the regional area.

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If you are planning for a family vacation, you should go to Switzerland where great accommodations can be found on top of the beautiful sceneries. I am sure you will fall in love with the place as well as in one of Swiss Hotels like the Hotel 3 Könige & Post. This hotel occupies a quiet spot in the centre of Andermatt. It was here in this village, close to the ancient bridge, that post coaches used to put in one last stop before setting off across the Gotthard Pass. This is a great place to relax and stretch your legs, as Goethe himself once did. Especially as a pleasant family atmosphere pervades the whole house – from the exclusive restaurant to the cosy rooms and exquisite spa. There you will also find restaurants that serve tasty regional specialities of the Gotthard in an atmosphere typical of Canton Uri. So, what are you waiting for, visit their website now and explore authentic Swiss hotels. Then book your reservation right away!


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Monday, August 17, 2009

Tooth Tales

Dental care is a common part of daily life in our age. But it wasn’t so long ago that those pearly whites weren’t so pearly. Toothpaste was invented only 100 years ago. Before that, after people figured out that brushing the teeth would preserve them longer, common tooth cleaners included ground-up charcoal, pulverized brick, lemon juice, and even a mixture of honey and tobacco. Early toothbrushes included the miswak, a twig or root which has been used in the Muslim world Golden Age. After toothpaste was invented, it wasn’t until World War II that brushing actually became popular in the U.S. Today, twice daily brushing is common, and flossing is becoming more standard. Dentists also recommend brushing after lunch or sweet snacks.


Source: kidshealth.org

Health Insurance Quotes

With all the health insurance companies out there, it is very hard to choose which one is the best! That is why we need to be careful when it comes to choosing the right one for you and your family. You need to get health insurance quotes to make sure that you are getting what you want for a health insurance. The right place to go is the nlgha.org; they give you an option to compare all kinds of insurances from health insurance, car insurance and more. Using the nlgha can help you save by getting affordable insurance with the right coverage. Check this website now and start saving your money! Get the right insurance today!

Family Summer Olympics

by LDS Living Staff

Start a great summer tradition with your family an compete in your own summer games!

Warm weather has a way of bringing families together. This year, as the summer comes to a close, hold a family Olympics. Here are some ideas for events:


Hula Hoop Record
See who can set the record for the longest, shortest, or silliest hula hooping. You can most likely purchase inexpensive hula hoops from a dollar store in your area.

Flag Finding
Hide several small flags around the house or yard. The person who finds the most flags wins a prize.

Dive for Dollars
Bury a variety of coins, such as pennies, nickels, and dimes in a child's sandbox. The children should search through the sand for the coins. Hide only one quarter in the box, and the child who finds it is the winner!

Water Balloon Volleyball
Fill water balloons and divide the group into two teams. Each team has a towel with which to launch the balloon. Play volleyball as you toss the balloon back and forth. Whichever team lets the most balloons break loses.

Seed Spitting
See who can spit watermelon seeds the farthest!

Bubble Blowing
Give the contestants a few pieces of gum and let them chew for a few minutes. When given the signal, everyone should try to blow a bubble. The largest bubble wins!

Name that Person
Display various coins and bills. The person who can correctly name the most figureheads on the money wins a prize.

Cake Decorating
Give each team a cake and various decorating ingredients or tools. Award prizes for the most creative, most original, and best decorated. Enjoy the cakes afterward.

Live GPS Tracking Device

We have been living in Texas for seven years now; I still have not driven in other cities nearby. And if I drive by myself, I would probably get lost. I need my husband to be with me or I will not go myself. My cousin recommended that we should get ourselves a GPS Tracking device. This device can help me go places without any worry of getting lost. Although my husband doesn’t want one, I still want to buy one for me that way I can go anywhere I want and need to go without him. This device is also great for those who wants to keep track of their teenage kids.

Sunday Stealing: The Blame Tara Meme

Today we ripped this meme off a blogger known as MelRoXx of the blog Life of a Mean Jean. She explains that she was tagged to do the meme by gaelikaa and she states that it's called The Blame Tara Meme. But, it was probably stolen there as well. So, of course, that will be as far as we go. Tracing back our theft's thieves might take some time.

Question 1: Who do you think is the hottest movie star?
> Ryan Gosling, Kate Hudson
Question 2: Apart from your house and your car, what is the most expensive thing you have ever bought?
>Plane tickets for my trip to the Philippines this April. It was worth the money.
Question 3: What is your most treasured memory?
>The day I got married; t'was the beginning of a my happy life.
Question 4: What is the best gift you’ve ever received as a child?
> Good Values
Question 5: What is the biggest mistake you’ve ever made?
> Refusing to take Education instead of Nursing course.
Question 6: Give four words to describe yourself.
> Simple, Sincere, Selfless, and Generous.
Question 7: What was your highlight or low light of 2008?
>When we got relocated to VA due to work, while the lowest was when we learned that the company my husband was working for was closing.
Question 8: What was your most embarrassing moment?
> When I represented my school for English contest; the answeres were all right, but I wrote the answers both in words and letters instead of just letter; the result “0”
Question 9: Tell something not generally known about yourself.
> After I graduated high school, I took vocational course (basic comp. Programming and basic nursing course).
Question 10: If you were a comic strip/cartoon character, who would you be?
> Charlie Brown

Asian Chatrooms

Finding a friend or maybe someone special is very difficult before; you need to leave home and socialize to do that. The worst thing is that, if you are working, you can barely do that because by the end of a day’s work you are tired and doesn’t want to do anything but go home and rest. Good thing because of the internet, you don’t have to do those things. You will find friends as well as potential mate. At Asian City.com, you’ will be able to meet new Asian friends through their free asian chat rooms. These people are friendly, ready to talk and listen with you on almost every thing under the sun without any problem. So, don’t hesitate, go meet new friends by going to their site to register! By the way, it is 100% free and that includes using webcam to see these people like they are there in person talking with you.

Sunday, August 16, 2009

Small Talk Six: Rest and Relax


Rest and Relax....

Six things that you can think that will make you well rested or relaxed.

1. For whatever reason, shopping at the mall or grocery store relaxes me.

2. Cooking also gives me relaxation since I love doing it.

3. Reading has been one of my fave thing to do because it not only educates me but relaxes me as well.

4. Working in the computer like blogging gives me relaxation.

5. Hanging out with my friends is one thing I like because it gives me relaxation and makes me feel closer to home, plus our kids enjoy playing together.

6. And most of all, going to church and temple is the best rest and relaxation I will never get tired doing.


Friday, August 14, 2009

Friday Fill-Ins

1. When will the rain comes, we need it here in Texas?
2. Mama Mia was the last good book I read or movie I saw or tv show I watched.
3. Everything has its beauty but
sometimes people don't see or appreciate it.
4.
Light food is what I had for dinner.
5. I'd like your
support and understanding when I need them.
6.
On bed next to my son is where I want to be right now.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to f
inish blog hopping and dropping EC's, tomorrow my plans include buying school supplies for my son and Sunday, I want to pay my devotion to the Most High God.