Awake at midnight, blame the tapioca

Photo taken two weeks ago, enhancements were done to make it too delicious ;) for you.

Yes, I did give in to the temptation. I had a glassful of chocolate shake with Tapioca just a minute ago. What can I do? I am  Eve's descendant, so frail and weak when it comes to temptation. The only difference is that I barely eat apple but tapioca.

The lil one had a bowl of cooked tapioca with cold milk and Ovaltine as snack this afternoon. She didn't eat much, thus, I saved the leftover in case she'll ask more later. Now that she is asleep, I got to digest what she didn't. I hate to let it sit overnight in the refrigerator as it gets hard and unsavoury. So, I'd rather cook a serving tomorrow just in case.

Bloated. Indigestion perhaps?

Industrial safety supplies @ T.A.S.C.O

In need of a pair or two of bifocal safety glasses? Then don't waste your time searching the world wide web for e-stores, check out www.tasco-safety.com for a wide selection of bifocal safety glasses for as low as six dollars and cents a pair.

Texas America Safety Company or (T.A.S.C.O.) specializes industrial safety supplies such as safety glasses, work gloves, ear plugs, hard hats, safety vests, protective clothes, safety shoes, safety covers, safety signs, welding hoods, respirators and more. Name it, the web-store has it.

Now if you have queries, visit the website, www.tasco-safety.com or contact T.A.S.C.O's customer support by phone, fax or e-mail. 1-800-646-5346 is the contact number and sales@tasco-safety.com is the e-mail address.

Connected

When I got so frustrated with blogging, thus, hubby couldn't use the desktop as much as he could. His computer became mine and his surfing time became lesser and lesser We both are computer buffs, thus, he bought another set to avoid any gaps in between us. Connecting to the internet was then a problem afterwards. We had a modem but could only accommodate one system. Then came a suggestion from his nephew, a self-proclaimed techie, to use a Linksys router that we could both use two computer systems at the same time. True enough, it did work. Now, one desktop stays in the master's bedroom, the other one occupies a space in the guest room and here I am in the kitchen, using my laptop.

Hurricane Katrina

Today, tragic footprints left by Hurricane Katrina that hit Louisiana five years ago were seen on the local channels across the state. Til now, Cajun people are still not over with the hurricane's destructive path. So many loses, not only billions of state properties but over fifteen hundreds of people within Louisiana alone. I felt so bad for those who were severely affected, for those who have lost their loved ones yet happy at a certain place that at least, they are rebuilding their lives strengthened by the tragedy, itself.

Hurricane Katrina was the costliest natural disaster, as well as one of the five deadliest hurricanes, in the history of the United States according to the Tropical Cyclone Report of Richard D. Knabb, Jamie R. Rhome, and Daniel P. Brown. New Orleans, in particular, has not fully recovered yet. There are establishments that await rebuilding. The question is, are there plans on bringing the old New Orleans back? Other say that it might not happen as storms or hurricanes will just keep on destroying the structures and the beauty of the historic city.

I wasn't here when Katrina strike. I am trying to live myself in that period of time based on hubby's stories. He said that the Parish where I am at didn't get much whipping  like New Orleans and other nearby Parishes had. Actually, it was just a minor one unlike the one's brought by Gustav that caused our destroyed chimney. Katrina did bring heavy rains flooding the lower grounds, though.

The most wonderful thing about a storm is that the appearance of the most colorful rainbow afterwards. Help across America comes rushing so quick, faster than fastest hurricane winds. Beautiful people offer every cent they could to feed the hungry, provide roofs for the unsheltered, warm the cold fleshes, entertain the weary and all kinds of help that we could imagine. The word "support" is sincerely meant  not only by words but in gestures especially. Reason why I still want my children to be in the arms of America.

Before I put this post into climax, I wanna salute the Cajun land and its people for standing proud as one and for being  strong after the rain.

photo from the Science Channel

Hot tub covers on sale at BeyondNice

BeyondNice.com, dealer of high quality hot tub covers, spa covers and other spa supplies and accessories, has an ongoing sale on it's hot tub covers. The standard hot tub cover is now priced at $269 and cents while the ultra deluxe hot tub cover has a sale price of $316.88. Please be reminded that the sale ends on Monday, August 30, 2010, so, grab the chance before its gone. The sale is not only for hot tub covers, there are tons of accessories with a red tag mark. Just come check the website to view.

On a relative note, BeyondNice.com's spa covers and hot tub covers are custom made in the USA within seven days upon receipt of order. All products are delivered free to the address indicated. Moreover, BeyondNice.com allows customers to create or design their own hut tub covers.

Visit the website often for price mark downs. Sure you'll get great deals on either spa covers of hot tub covers.

Romans on my foot

Cinderella of Boston's Romans  in size 4 (got a tiny foot lol). Other colors --black and brown-- are not on clearance sale so I had no choice and  opted this one which is not that bad anyway. A great steal for $29 and for a fine leather material.

How can I resist a pair of shoes that I have had my eyes on for over a year? I was jut holding myself not to buy when it first came out in the market last year. Now that it's priced $29 with free shipping, originally $80, who's gonna say no to that persuading deal? I couldn't. Thus, closed my eyes when I clicked check out button. Wink. Lol. I just love it! Finally, my dream shoe design is in my very hands.

I have so many pairs, unused pairs of shoes that are just sitting in the closet. They are no use  for me (as of now) as I stay home most of the time. Hmn...would they still be trendy in two years time when I start working full-time? I guess so and I hope. Invite me to your party that I could use 'em lol.

Shoes, shoes, shoes...just a weakness of mine! I love staring at 'em and wearing 'em in a few minutes around the house. It's a sort of  anti-depressant when homesickness hits.

Early next year, Cinderella of Boston will be having a sale once again. I will be waiting...

Hunter boots in the rain

It rained today. Yesterday. For the last few days.

Today, we got over half of an inch of rain. Not bad at all compared to the previous days when we were rained out for the whole day. Conspicuously, the ground was so wet. We are just lucky that we live in a subdivision with a very outstanding drainage system. Moreover, I couldn't walk to the mailbox earlier without wearing boots or my feet will be soaking wet. Luckily, I was able to purchase a pair of hunter wellington boots, Hunter Ladies Regent Savoy Wellington Boots in Navy Blue to be exact, last year in preparation to the rainy season. CountryAttire.com had an ongoing sale that time, so, I did grab the opportunity and got me a pair as well as grab hubby his pair of  hunter boots.

I so like shopping at CountryAttire.com because of the high quality products they offer specifically the hunter wellingtons boots. Pretty much, I am very satisfied with my purchase and will be buying another pair once I spotted a red mark on the boots that I want. Patiently waiting for the sale to come, I must say.

Car accessories for the old car

Few months ago, I posted  about  vehicle trading between hubby and my mother-in-law. The MIL(mother-in-law) got our truck and we got her car. I did bite to the idea of bartering just because I wanna learn how to drive and I couldn't do it using the truck. MIL's car is nine years old, thus, there are minor problems such as the non-functional car DVD player and broken door handle. Hubby talked about changing the said player or maybe get a satellite radio but I don't know when he's gonna push through his plan. Pretty much, the car is still in great condition besides the non-functional dvd player and broken handle. It is workable for maybe five years or more.

Now that I know how to drive, hubby is thinking of getting a GPS device for me. I told him he could get it around Christmas and that would serve as his present for me. See? I choose what gift to receive lol.

We only have one personal car. No need of having two because the hubby is using a car issued by the Sheriff's Office. The car that we have right now is pretty much for my own use. So far, there is no plan on adding one more. It's just a lot of money involve and there is no reason to get one.

Marry Me?

Post contributed by Hilton Miranda.

Kyle Busch is the hottest thing I have ever seen in my life. The way he zips around the other cars on the track is enough for me to go completely gaga for him. He is such a talented driver and I am so glad that he turned me into a NASCAR fan. I was not always like this, but, it was something about him that caught me really off guard. I saw his picture in an ad for Kellogg who was his previous car sponsor. He turned me into a huge fanatic and now I am glued to my Direct TV every time there is a race on the screen. I cheer him so loudly sometimes my neighbors have to ring me up to quiet me down. I just get so excited when the final laps are approaching and he is nearing the lead!

I never thought I would be a NASCAR fan but, Kyle has made it easy for me to fall in love with the sport of car racing. Now I cannot wait to see my first real live match in person. I would kill to meet him but, I am not sure that will be possible considering how well loved and respected he is amongst the industry and fans. I love NASCAR and Kyle Busch so much. Will you marry me?

Aussie insurance

In Australia, there is broker that caters most of the insurance need of the Australians. Aussie is a broker that deals with various types of insurance including funeral insurance, landlord insurance, home insurance, motor vehicle insurance, aussie accident cover and loan cover.

We all know how much pressure it brings when someone in the family passes away. That is why, we have to do something while we're earth, we got to make sure that our own funeral costs are covered. Through the Aussie's funeral plans, your family will be at ease financially when time comes. No funeral debts. No worries for the mourning family if such is being thought early.

Life insurance, if you are looking for one in Australia, check out the free term life insurance quote offered by Aussie before taking a step further.

Venus Raj is Miss Universe 2010 4th runner-up!

Congratulations to Miss Mexico for bagging the most coveted beauty pageant crown, the Miss Universe 2010, and to all the contestants who made it to Las Vegas, Nevada USA!

I am happy that my very own, Miss Philippines (Maria Venus Raj), is one of the Five Finalists and is titled as Miss Universe 4th runner-up. Though she didn't make it to the very top, I am still proud of her. Just imagine how many contestants competed earlier and she managed to be on that place. That was a tough job for the 22 yr-old who've had several unflattering experiences after winning Binibining Pilipinas.

Filipinos are celebrating but there are some who are not happy with her answer and keep on complaining like she did  a huge mistake. Yes, she could have made it but being on that stage was never an easy job. Her answer was incoherent to the judge's question. Besides, the question itself is not a question that should be asked in a prestigious International beauty pageant, I think. Let's leave it like that and I hope Filipinos won't make it as a trend joke. Before you do, think of yourself being in her shoe. You'd probably not make it.

Congratulations, Miss Maria Venus Raj!
photo from Yahoo!

Miss Universe 2010  Final Five

4th runner-up - Miss Philippines
3rd runner-up - Miss Ukraine

2nd runner-up - Miss Australia

1st runner-up - Miss Jamaica

Miss Universe - Miss Mexico

Mesothelioma lawyers

Mesothelioma is a scary disease, a rare form of cancer that develops from the protective lining that covers many of the body's internal organs that is mostly caused by long term exposure to asbestos, a mineral used for its resistance to fire or heat. Symptoms include chest wall pain, pleural effusion, or fluid surrounding the lung, shortness of breath, fatigue or anemia, wheezing, hoarseness, or cough and blood in the sputum.

So if you or your loved ones have worked in a construction industry and have acquired this serious Mesothelioma Disease, now is the time to contact a Mesothelioma Lawyer to help you fight what you deserve. Winning Mesothelioma is a bit far from reach because there are no further studies nor cure to the disease but you have huge chances of winning the case through a specialized Mesothelioma attorney.

Please be warned that this post is not about curing or treating the disease. This is to remind you and let you know that you have the right to fight what is truly yours. Get help from the law experts, call a Mesothelioma Attorney today before it's too late to fight.

Vehicle insurance

 Does your vehicle insurance cover your vehicle as well as the people involved in the accident? I believe there are insurance companies that offers accident cover, funeral cover with guardian income insurance in one, though, there are some that covers just the vehicle alone. Each vehicle insurance varies by plan and rate. A motorist has the prerogative to choose the type of coverage he wants for his vehicle and himself.

In my case, I don't have any yet.  The hubby will include me in the vehicle insurance soon but it doesn't mean  I am covered in case accidents happen, only the other party's vehicle that is involved in the accident is coverd. It sucks but we can not afford a full-coverage vehicle insurance just yet. We had it before when we had our monthly truck note but as soon as we got it paid, we opted to switch to a cheaper vehicle insurance.

Murder in the house

Have you ever been stung by a wasp? I was, once and I it would never happen again! Heck! That was the most  terrible pain I had. My skin had a red bump and felt like burning with all the indescribable pain that lasted for hours.

Did you know that the lil one was also a victim of such? I felt so sorry for her because she was really crying in pain and I know the feeling..it hurt her so much. The wasp was able to get into the house without me noticing.  The incident provoked me to curse wasp and I can not simply pass a day without killing one.

Wasp getting into the house was followed with two more. One night, the lil one was in the bathroom, I was there, too, watching her while she plays with the water when I heard a strange noise. When I looked up, I saw a wasp flying. I freaked out, took the lil one off the tub and called the hubby to get the wasp spray. Spppppppprrsssssssssssss...hit the wasp right there and then. Few seconds later, it fell down. DEAD! Good for the most annoying insect I've known! I have no mercy when the lil one's safety is concern. Believe me on that.

Over an inch in length wasp in the bathroom.

WASP - any of numerous social or solitary insects, chiefly of the superfamilies Vespoidea and Sphecoidea, having a slender body with a constricted abdomen, two pairs of membranous wings, mouths adapted for biting or sucking, and in the females an ovipositor often modified as a sting. The Free Dictionary

Pop up displays in the mall and State Fair

Yesterday, the hubby brought me to the nearest mall. It was his  reward for me for doing a great job last Friday, for obtaining my most coveted driver's license. Anyway, the mall was so crowded. You know how it is during weekends. Shoppers alike flock the place for clearance hunting. I wasn't  surprised anymore when I saw the hallways occupied with  pop up displays and pop up booths of the marketers introducing and selling their products to the public. Since most products are fairly new, shoppers could not resist to flock around the booths and listen to the demonstrations of the marketers. Though it was an exhausting shopping, the hubby and I enjoyed the day without the lil one around.

Just a minute ago, I looked at the calendar to check on some important dates come September.  Three important persons in my life are celebrating their birthdays and I got to buy birthday cards for them this week that I could send it off early. Hmn...September, what else are happening on that month? Oh, how could I forget the  State Fair?  Weeee...this is going to be a lot of fun again! For sure, there would be so many pop up trade show displays in the trade hall just like last year.

Ei, guys, in case you have no idea what pop up displays are, you can click the links above and you will be redirected to the page with photos and information.

Fixing not the broken blinds yet

Hubby already bought his house four years before we got married. Conspicuously, he did purchase it all alone minding not the flaws that need to be fixed. Let's just say that he ain't meticulous like me. He doesn't care at all if things are done properly or not. I meant, he is content and complains not so often.

When I got here, one of the first things that I noticed was the broken window blinds. His answer was that it was already broke when he moved in but didn't complain to the seller because it's not really a big deal for him. Hubby also told me that the couple who first owned the house used to fight a lot that caused all the minor damages around here, ended up divorcing one another, thus, selling their conjugal properties was decided. Apparently, if I was with him  during that time, I won't let broken blinds, damaged doors and  holes on the walls pass by, the seller should fix it first before contract signing transpires.

For now, replacing the broken window blinds is not happening too soon. There are so many to focus on to nowadays. Maybe one day when we are not financially tight.

Speaking of blinds, I would like you to visit www.hillarys.ie and check out the wide selection of Hillary's. conservatory blinds, blinds and shutters. Hillary offers FREE advice, FREE quote, FREE measuring and other services. Want an icing on a cake? There is an ongoing sweepstakes that could win you a blinds makeover. Just look for the sweepstakes button on the website to be redirected to the page, itself.

Banco de Oro Philippines, speed up!

Gosh, I am so mad at Banco de Oro right now. This is the second time that it's taking forever for them to process my transaction. I wired money through Xoom at 9 in the morning. It's already 6 in the evening and the transaction is not completed yet. Xoom have done it's part, plain and simple. The amount was transfered already to the bank but then as usual, BDO is so slow on doin its part. I hope they would speed up more because we are talking about money here and they, too, are earning.


How I wish my mother has one more bank account, I hate to use BDO again. Tsk!

Banco de Oro Philippines, work harder! Speed up! 
You are tiring your customers.

update as of 10:30PM Central time


Xoom.com status "Transaction completed"  but when I checked my BDO account online, there is none. Where is my freakin' money? 


I already sent Xoom customer service a ticket and got a reply in less than 30 minutes telling me to contact BDO. 


Thank you sis Avee and husband for helping me out here. I appreciate it.


Update Aug 18 10:15PM - Checked BDO account online, problem solved!

A friend who builds just anything

If you scroll down a bit, you'd find a post of mine about the water slide party that the family attended last month. Well, I am not gonna talk about such anymore but I wanna tell you guys that the hosts built their own house, huge house to be precise, with just a few help from the professionals. I was there when they started building it but was not able to visit afterwards, only during that party and it had been three long years. Anyway, the house has five rooms including the master's, kids rooms and an office. They also have a sun room by the patio beautified by a fleur de liz fountain and various kinds of plants.

Crabtree is a born builder or handy-man. He's a full-time police officer but he can definitely construct anything. Darlene, the wife, is a full-time dentist and a part-time designer. If both are not working full-time, they might accept construction jobs  from anybody who would pay the right amount.

Meanwhile, I am thinking of making an outdoor swing set for the lil one. It would be hard if I do it alone because the hubby is not a handy-man. Thus, I am not gonna be shy to ask help from Crabtree. For sure, he would help me with my project.

Earn $$$ by simply reading and rating articles

Blessings are to be shared, hence, I am sharing what I am up to on my not so busy time. Thanking my  Kumareng Gladys for sharing her blessings, too.

Did you know that I earn money by just simply reading and rating articles? Yep, you read it right. The job is so easy and everyone who has internet access can do it.

Click  photo to be redirected to the page.

In a month of being an active member, I earned roughly $23 and cents. Not bad! I'd rather sit with my laptop on  to read interesting articles than  FB-ing. So guys, if you are interested to earn, click the photo above that you'll be redirected to the website. Feel free to sign up, start reading articles, start earning!  Make the most of your time sensible. Joining is free and there are no hidden charges. By the way, there are hundreds of topics to choose from and you are allowed 50 a day. Just choose the ones that you are interested in. My friends are already into this and they said it's fun and informative.

Mareng Glady's has a post about this one with detailed instructions. CLick here to read.

America-HealthInsurance dot com

Before I planned on getting pregnant nearly three years ago, insurance hunting was a task designated to the hubby. The searching and reviewing health insurance process was harder for him. He had to give a lot of phone calls to insurance companies or agents just to make sure that the insurance that he'd buy works perfectly for me. After a couple of days, he finally was able to find the health insurance with PPO plan that covers maternity as well as the child.

A year and half later, we found out that the health insurance did not cover much of our expectation, thus, the decision to cut it off transpired. Now we are in the process of weighing which health insurance we should get and if we are sticking still with a HMO plan that gives us freedom to choose the physicians that we want from a wide network or try HMO plan that requires us to choose a primary care provider and is cheaper than former.

The decision making is harder than we thought. Let's see on the next couple of weeks, the revelation will happen right here. Before I end thing post, I got to give  www.america-healthinsurance.com a credit for feeding me the much needed information for the decision making. Now I know what PPO or HMO plans mean, thanks to the  the self-explanatory information on the website.

Daydreaming the Outer Banks

There are so many things that we desire. Oftentimes, dreams fail, hence, daydreaming comes to rescue and it shall transpire in the way we want it to end. It's free, anyway!

As an ordinary individual, I, too, have my own set of dreams. Some are really hard to achieve as it involves money such as to tour the world to experience the differences of one's living and explore the unheard cultures.

Now, I am actually in the midst of daydreaming and I am staying in Seahawk, one of the best Outer Banks vacation rentals in the shores of South Carolina with none other than my own family --  hubby and the lil one with families from the other side of the world, my parents. We are all feeling and enjoying the beach living such as the following :

• watching  the crystal blue waters hit the shores
• walking in the sand barefooted while being hit by small waves
• making sand castles 
• watching the sun as it sets
• waking up in the morning seeing the mighty sun as it brights the day
• breakfast in the balcony and let the sun kiss  my natural-browned skin
• breathing the fresh scent of nature
• rest in a very quiet neighborhood

My daydream story ends there for now.  I am done yet and I shall continue it later while dozing off for a nap.

Oh, there are just a lot of stuff to daydream about and all I can do for now is to continue daydreaming until each of one of 'em is achieved. There is a quote that goes, "Keep on dreaming and it shall come true". I am holding unto this but I will work my hardest that my dreams won't just end up as daydreams.

BlogCopy : bloggers new weapon

Blogging has given me resources while staying home. I had no idea that I will become addicted to it. Initially, my blog was just to update my family and friends around the world on how I live my daily life in a land where all cultures are mostly or widely accepted and where the what they call "opportunities" are found. After a half year, the passion turned out to be something so special that I just can't give up even when I start working full-time.

I am not that good  at it (blogging), definitely not the best you could find in the web but I am trying my very best. Despite of that, I know that my works, some of it, are appreciated because I could track it through Blog Copy, the fastest and growing weapon  for bloggers alike right now. I know if someone copies my work and if someone reads it.

Water slide party before (Hurricane?) Bonnie

Yeeeeehuh! It was a day before Hurricane Bonnie was predicted to hit Louisiana but everyone was having fun, water sliding at a friend's house. Seemed like it was a welcome party for Bonnie lol. The hosts planned the party before the hurricane forecast came out. And since the storm didn't gain strength in the warm waters of the gulf, Hurricane Bonnie was not formed and the party did go on.

The lil one did not try the water slide, scared her hair gets wet. She was the only kid who  was not in the slide. So what happens when a kitty cat attends a water slide party? Stared at the kids and annoyed because she could't join. Yah, that's right.

Here are the photos.

The birthday girl who just turned three years enjoying her water slide along with older kids.

Everybody flocked by the table when blowing the birthday candles part was called. Ice cream and cake  climaxed the said event, making kids so hyper.

The lil one not in her swimsuits lol with the birthday girl eating ice cream and cake.

We left early and didn't witness what have had transpired after cake and ice cream part is done. The poor lil one was out of control being that she hadn't napped. But while were on the road, she begun partying and requesting to go see her MawMaw (grandma). So the steering wheel turned to the opposite direction going to MIL's. The spoiled MawMaw's girl got her way again.

Stainless kitchen sink e-store

I wanted to take a photo of my kitchen especially the nearly 10-year-old stainless steel sink with tons of scratches and defects but had a sudden changed of mine. My kitchen is not your dream kitchen, trust me on that. It is so dated with all the repairs or makeover that need to be done. Unfortunately, I can not make it happen now or in the near future. I don't have sufficient amount for the renovation.

But one thing for sure, renovation will come to happen at the right time. When that time comes, I will be the one to head the project including shopping for the needed materials  such as hardwares for the cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, kitchen fixtures and decors. So far, I have bookmarked the e-store's websites where I am gonna transact business with such as http://mrdirectint.com, dealer of high quality stainless steel sinks, granite sinks, bathroom sinks, stone sinks, faucets and more. I am not keeping distance in this matter because the prices are reasonable in comparison to other dealers.

Check out my most favorite stainless kitchen sink. Isn't it gorgeous? My original plan was a double sink but after seeing this style, my mind changed radically.

This photo belongs to mrdirectint.com.

MLB tickets at Ticketamerica

It sucks when you want to watch the game but can't do so because the tickets are sold out. I've been on this road. Hubby and I went to the stadium without tickets in hand thinking we could just buy around there, unfortunately, we were wrong. Hence, we agreed that we are not gonna take chances anymore. We got to have tickets in hand before making a long trip to the next state for the game.

And if ever we need Pro Baseball All Star Game tickets, I know where to go now. I just found the website a while ago and bookmarked it for future use as well as for sharing to relatives and friends who are baseball fanatics. The website that I am talking about is ticketamerica.com where tickets are sold cheaper in price than what we usually get from the seller around here.

So in case we want to watch the Kansas City Royals vs. New York Yankees on August 12, I would just log in to Ticketamerica.com to purchase the tickets same thing will happen when we decide to watch Tampa Bay Rays vs. Boston Red Sox game happening on the 29th of this month.

There would be no pain in the butt next time.

Flashes and reels

May of this year, my oldest brother's church wedding took place. The said wedding was attended by family and friends and friends of friends. Everybody had a blast especially the newlyweds. Special moments were captured by the canon lens hired or brought by my own sister who came down all the way from Canada with her British husband and kids; and by the video camera hired by the hotel to film the said event.

The wedding package that the couple chose was awesome because it included foods, bridal cars, reception and dresses for the bridal entourage. The foods were delicious, I can not complain about it. Bridal's white car was decorated with white flowers and fairly new.   The royal blue colored dresses looked great on the bridesmaids, maid of honor and the little brides.

From the church to the reception, flashes from various cameras were like lightings in the bright sun. It looked pretty awesome and was like a red carpet event. The wedding was indeed the dream wedding of the newlyweds. My brother and sister-in-law kept on thanking the family for helping them out financially. So anyway, a week after the wedding, the edited wedding movie and thousands of photos were sent to the house.  Some pictures came out good. A complained was sent to the photo studio as to why some of the pictures were blurred. Good thing the sister's camera and so is mine captured great pictures, the newlyweds have something clear to keep. That's why next time, the family won't seek  services from the same photo studio, instead,  camera hire our own tools or use our own cameras. Sounds like a great plan, let's see how it goes when everybody is busy tending one's kids.

Good luck, Ms. Venus Raj!

August 24th, Maria Venus Raj will compete  for the Miss Universe 2010 contest in Las Vegas.  The beauty queen left Philippines two days ago bringing the country's torch  to  Los Angeles, Ca. She flew earlier because she's chosen to promote the Pageant along with other candidates. Will she capture the eyes of the judges? Will she shine in the city of lights? That's for us to find out.

Prior to this pageant, Ms. Raj had to go through a lot of sacrifices and faced humiliation from narrow-minded people. Yes, she was crowned Binibining Pilipinas but then  was dethroned due to inconsistency in her papers. Later, Venus fought for her rights with the help of concerned individuals. The Binibining Pilipinas Pageant  gave her a chance to prove her nationality by obtaining her own Philippine passport. The beauty queen had no passport that time and  she didn't waste no chances and went to the DFA in Paranaque for passport application. Few days after, Raj's application was approved and was given her own Philippine passport.

To make the story briefer, the ousted queen regained her  throne. That was quite of a challenge for a 22-year-old woman.

Personally, I like Venus. She is a Bicolana, same tribe as mine. Her appearances on TV really show how great her personality is. Pretty face. Humble. Strong-willed. Soft-spoken. Intellectual. Caring. Loving. Respectful. Family-oriented. Goal-minded. God-fearing.

I feel that she's gonna take home one of the crowns. If it's not selfish enough, I hope the Miss Universe 2010 throne. She has what it takes to be the ambassador of the Miss Universe.

Good luck, kabayan! May the Lord grace you.

Photo : Miss Universe.com

Nephew's casino games addiction

Going to Las Vegas and to the nearby big cities is one of my goals. I want to try hitting the casino just for a night that I would know how others feel when they hit the jackpot or just a couple of hundreds or thousands. But since that is not happening in the future, online casino games might become the option.

The hubby's nephew who is two years younger than me with a very decent job and owns a business is so into online casino games. Every night when he comes home from work, he goes directly to his computer to play poker, slots, roulette and other kinds of online games. He is so addicted to it that he would play till midnight or beyond. There are times when he finds himself sleeping in front of his computer, now that is the sign of an online casino games addict. His addiction doesn't affect his job or his relationship with others because he is good at balancing.

Online casino games are said to be safe now than before. The proof is the hubby's nephew who have won a lot of games and  was never scammed. I guess it's because he picks the best casinos before engaging himself into it. Well, way to go for that dude!

Out of curiosity I searched about online casino games. I found a lot of websites and I remembered three of 'em, one is http://jogella.com and http://flaminglotuscreations.com. Each websites has a list of the top ten online casinos  nowadays.  The authors also included the strengths of each online casinos including the ratings, number of games that each casinos have, payout percentage and many more that a gamer should know.

Life Insurance and Annuity

Fact: my life is not covered, I have no life insurance. It makes me feel so scared sometimes when I think about death and that my family would be drowning in debt in case circumstances occur. My prayer is that God would give me more time to be with my family and for me to prepare.

Though purchasing a life insurance is not happening too soon, I did some research and tried the Life Insurance Quotes service offered by www.lifeinsurancestar.com. Indeed, Lifeinsurancestar.com satisfied my curiosity and would definitely refer on this website in the future. On top of that, the website has the list of the Best Life Insurance Companies nowadays. You name what the insurance companies see in the television and you'll find it on Lifeinsurancestar.com. And because ripping off  one's pocket is so common these days, the website has tons of articles and reviews to guide me in choosing the life insurance that suits me. 

And in rare case I would engage, myself, in a contract that involves one or more people and the insurance company, the annuity contract, I have a page to run to for  Annuities guides and other necessary  informations. Every info on the website is so easy to understand and there is no need for a translator to do the job which is what I really need since I am an immigrant. Through freeannuityrates.com,  quotes won't cost me an arm or leg, it's free people!

What an awesome experience I had today with the two websites I mentioned above. 

When updating the kitchen comes

The hubby and I always talk about selling the house  that we could buy a larger one in the future. We are planning to expand the family and a bigger house with wide backyard is what we are surely getting. Hence, we are slowly updating our house.

In my previous post I shared about kitchen makeover and the parts that need to be updated. If you have not come through that post, let me just refresh it here. The family's kitchen is an old one, the house was built in 2001 and didn't experience makeover since that year. Well, I have painted the walls and removed the annoying flower print wallpaper, that's it. There is a need for more storage, so a new and bigger cabinetry would be perfect. Kitchen top is made of laminate material and has tons of scratches and scrapes. A granite kitchen top is what I am aiming for. The sink is actually made of stainless steel but the scratches make it so annoying. Adding to that is the stinking broken garbage disposal. There is a hole on the right side by the faucet and that is supposed to be for the sprinkle that hubby uninstall being that it was leaking. Basically, I want to incorporate stainless steel sink to stainless steel appliances in the future. That would look great. Whew! My dream kitchen makeover is beyond reach but I am gonna make it work someday.

Making a kitchen design is also a lot work. I did it myself and searched for the hardwares, materials, appliances and kitchen fixtures online and in-stores. So far, I have listed the brands and styles that I will purchase such as I am going to shop my new sink at www.shopsinksandfaucets.com. This e-store offers low, I mean very low prices for high quality products especially on their stainless steel sinks and faucets with same day shipping at that. Besides that, the store is business bureau accredited, so, it is really safe.

And this is just one of my options. It is a Low Divide Angled Bowl Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink for only $218 with free shipping.

The photo is from the website and there is no claims  of owning that it's mine. Just want to show you.

Why I need two

I can not picture out my own life without my second eye, my prescription sunglasses. I am too dependent on it especially when I am reading in the porch and driving driving. Too much risks will fall through once I decided to halt myself from using it or refuse the demand of updating.

One story that keeps on reminding me to use my prescription sunglasses was when when I was driving towards the sun. I am short and so the visor was so useless that time and sun was on my eyes. The car is not tinted so it was really, really bright that time. I had to stop driving for a lot of times to let the traffic flow because I was driving too slow, causing a rage, well almost caused a rage because some drivers were honking their horns when I was driving 25mph where it should 45mph.

Normally, my prescription sunglasses stay in my purse but there are instances when my old head stops working, forgetting to put  my sunglasses back in my purse  after taking the lil one to walk. By the time when I need it  on the road, there is none that I could use. This problem is really pushing me to get one more prescription sunglasses. It would be needed that much once I start working full-time coz I am gonna be driving alone without hubby coaching me.

Below are my two options. You can help me pick which one to get, too.

For $29.95, this prescription sunglasses fit my budget. I am in love with the style -- medium size, full-rim acetate frame with sparkling crystals on the design corners. The lens tint choice is 50% grey.

The second picture that you are seeing is my next option in case my mind decides to switch. Its a prescription sunglasses that cost around $35 and a few cents. The price is ain't bad for a stylish prescription sunglasses.  A medium wide size, acetate full-rim frame with design on temples.The lens tint choice is 50% grey.

August begins

It's the 4th of August! Time flies so fast and before we know it, December comes.

 The sister, Lyn, and I during our island getaway @ Pearl Farm Davao. 

She'll be having a birthday this month.

I am excited for the sister's birthday is forthcoming. She'll be hmn..let me think...oh, 26 years old on the 30th. Though we are far apart, we will still celebrate her birthday as if we are in the same roof. She lives in Canada with her own family, not too far if compared to our home country, Philippines.

I so miss her. She is such a goofy person and  we get along so good for I have the same personality like hers. She is envied by the Filipinos is Canada because she gets what she wants. Her husband is making her a spoiled wifey. For me, it ain't the issue. She deserves everything that she has for she is so giving especially to our family in the Philippines.

Hopefully, her travel visa to the US will be approved that we could spend the Holidays together.

For a blind friend

This post is for a friend who resides in UK. I am putting this into writing that I could send the link with a bit of my opinion through e-mail.

Dear friend, Maya. I believe that you have not installed any blinds on your windows yet. I didn't ask you but I saw it through the pictures you posted on a networking site. If you have not realized how important blinds are for you to save more money and for your own safety as well, I guess I really have to kinda fuss at you.  Blinds help in reducing your energy bill because it blocks the heat caused by the sun. Your house would stay cooler in the summer time, keeping your AC from running.  Your safety is my concern. A privacy through blinds would make me at peace. Remember, the world is not safe anymore especially that you are alone now. THere are tons of bad guys out there who are just waiting for a timing before attacking.

In case you have decided to add blinds in your budget, check out www.hillarys.co.uk. The company's vertical blinds would fit great in your large windows especially in your room. I saw the one's that you would really like on the website, so come check it again now. You can contact them for the price. I hope you would give this a priority.

Something about Dr. Alan Dulin

Rainbows come after the storm. I have had my share of heartaches and I posted one earlier. Please scroll down your cursors if you want to read and share your thoughts about the issue. After I was emotionally withered, I realized that I am more blessed than anybody else. I asked God last night to enlighten me and he gave the answers two hours ago through an independent film about family and loss. Before I change topic, I wanna extend my heartfelt thank to the ladies who shared their thoughts regarding the issue, for giving me advice and wishing me well.

Meanwhile, I just finished reading a blog post about a certain individual who thinks that the benefits of cosmetic surgery effect more than just your appearance. He is a Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Member of the American Medical Association, Member of the Texas Medical Association and Member of the Texas Society of Plastic Surgery. His academic achievements and training made this cosmetic surgeon a recognized leader in breast and body contouring for nearly ten years.

Guys, I am talking about Dr. Alan Dulin, a board certified in plastic and cosmetic surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Dulin is reachable through phone number (972) 543-2477. His office is located at the American Institute For Plastic Surgery in Plano, Texas.

Better phone systems in UK

Want a better phone systems while in UK? Log on to www.elitetele.com today for the availability in your area. Elitetele.com offers cheap service fee compared to other landline companies. Check it out!

A not so happy day

Today, I felt so bored and annoyed.

Bored because I am so tired of being a full-time housewife. Feels like I am getting so sick of doing everything here without nothing in hands besides my own 'lil earnings.

Annoyed because of the cluttered house. Take note that it's just the three of us here but the mess is seems to have done by more than three. I just cleaned yesterday and now there are tons of dirty dishes in the sink. Tons of garbage on the kitchen top, trashes that should be thrown in I garbage can I placed in the utility room but one of the adults here is so lazy to do be an adult. The 'lil one is excused for her mess, not the other adult around who is supposed to be the leader being that he's the oldest.

Today, I hate someone, the person whom I thought a very good one. Not only that he's lazy and messy but with temper and an egocentric, too. I am tired of filling up for him. Yesterday, he went grocery shopping and just bought the stuff that he needs. He didn't even buy foods for me and the lil one, just all his. I didn't go as I was mad at him for complaining when I asked if he could give me a lift to the Asian store. He complained for it's a 20-minute drive and the more he reacted when I told him he's paying for my account is low. So when he saw me walked away, he said that we're going but I already fixed my mind, I am not going anymore. I hate it when he complains a lot for little things that I barely request.

Today, I was comforted by ben and jerry's, the ice cream that he bought yesterday. It's his favorite and I don't care if he throws a fit because I ate it. He's eating fattening foods again and is not going to the gym, wasting money for enrolling  with few visits in a month. I bet you, in a month from now, he's gonna gain a lot of weight and probably would buy nuphedragen, a diet pill to help him shred fats.

I am a bit regretful for marrying an unworthy man. If he won't change, I doubt it if I would stay  longer. I'd rather live alone...

Learn to play piano

Me and my siblings have one thing in common. We are into playing the guitar, just the guitar that my sister bought when she received her first ever salary. From then on, we've been practicing constantly. Playing the guitar bonded us a lot as well. So, guitar didn't only teach us to appreciate music but to love our family even more. My parents could never be so happy for that. After college, everyone agreed to enroll in a piano school that we could learn to play piano but none of us made it. Nobody finished the course because of hectic schedules.

Now that all of us are grown-ups with kids, we talked about enrolling them to a music school to learn to play piano, play the guitar and any musical instruments that they might like. We are thinking that this would help the six of them to get along so well and treat each other like sisters and brothers.

How I wish I enrolled to learn to play piano before that I could teach the kids for free. Music school is so pricey nowadays plus the recession is pulling us back. Hopefully, the nation's gonna kick back that the kids could start their piano lessons.