Another busy week ahead

I have so much going on in my mind these days… first and foremost are my online ventures which seem to keep me busy, but I still plan to set up more niche sites. I know it’s a matter of investing my time with these online ventures to have a passive income in the future. The hours just seem to whir by lately, and I would even be surprised that the day has already ended, and with still so much work to be done! 

Oh well… but yesterday, I took time for shopping and I’m so happy that I found a pair of 3 lbs dumbbells for my exercise routine. Also, I used up my SM Advantage credits to add up in my bag purchase. Mom also let me use up her remaining SM Advantage credits to help me out with the bag which was a bit pricey for me. Thanks for the total of 300 plus advantage credits, both from Mom and me, which was equivalent to Php300 plus. Yup, 1 SM Advantage credit is equal to 1 Php. Now, I am happy I finally have a light beige large shoulder bag to match with my light cream colored heels.

So now it’s back to work on another busy week ahead!

Cleaning day!

What a very busy and productive day it has been. Finally, with the househelp on duty today, we were able to tidy up my room especially the windows and floor. Although she has to report again tomorrow morning to finish my bedroom windows on the front side of the house. Now that my bedroom floor is spic and span, I also feel like something heavy has been lifted up within.

Next job on the list will be my bathroom which I was thinking of remodeling a bit. For instance, the shelves are beginning to get crowded with all sorts of toiletries, some of them even taking up space on top of the water closet. I’m also thinking of installing a multiple towel bar with shelves so it can accommodate some of my bathroom stuff.
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Sad news

While opening my Yahoo! Mail, my attention was drawn to the headline. It was about the apparent suicide of a leading mortgage company’s CFO. It’s such a tragic story especially when somebody would end his life because of a stressful career due to money-related issues. Tsk… things are not looking up good for most corporations these days when it comes to finances and investments. Last night, mom heard the news on TV about two insurance companies being suspended for accepting new clients as they still had to comply with some requirements.

Financial problems are usually part of a struggling family’s concern. Well, not for those who are financially stable and free. This has been my long time goal, to be financially independent someday, and not having to worry about money matters. According to business mentors, it helps to learn about financial management, letting money work for you and not the other way around. It is important to be prepared as we know that life is very much unpredictable.
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HP Pavilion dv4t series

My laptop Pavi, an HP Pavilion dv2t series, will be 3 years old soon. So far, I am happy with it except that it easily gets hot despite having a laptop cooler underneath. I suspect it’s the accumulated dust inside. Yup, it should have a date with the maintenance guy soon. Oh well.

Buying a laptop can actually be tough. I remember when techie bro and I searched all of IT City just to find the right brand and model for me. Thankfully, I chose the right one.

Choosing term life insurance

At first, when I came across the word ‘term life insurance’ I couldn’t distinguish this from the usual ‘life insurance’. Well, that’s how limited my knowledge about insurances has been. But now I know what term life insurance is - a specific kind of insurance for major events in one’s life, such as getting married, buying a car or a house, having a baby, getting a divorce, or even preparing for retirement.

Insurance needs change throughout one’s lifetime, as important events happen to a person. These life milestones, especially for a family, offer uncertainties which need protection for a person’s dear ones. It is best then to reassess if a certain family insurance is still adequate and apt once a major life event happens, and one has to see to it that his loved ones are sufficiently protected.
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Moving to a new place can be so stressful!

Just one month to go before their relocation to Europe and my big sis had been busy with so many activities such as sorting out their stuff for selling, keeping or shipment. After living for many years in Thailand, imagine the many things a family can accumulate, from books to furniture, appliances and clothes. Aside from that, she had to finalize job-related matters before her last day at work. Then there’s the challenge of choosing a flat to move in based only from online photos and recommendations of her hubby’s company.

Anyway, that was then… now, they are very much at home in Europe and the kids are well-adjusted to their new school, life and new friends. Of course, my sis and her hubby enjoy their new home as well.
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Drunk driving defense

Recently at my nephew’s graduation party, we had some guests drinking few beers while having a good time conversing with friends. Some guys had to say no to more drinks though as they still had to drive on their way home. Now that’s being a responsible driver. We don’t want them driving in a zigzag direction, weaving or swerving on their way home, which could possibly end in an accident. These drunk drivers should really be taught a lesson and should be arrested.

In the US, getting arrested by troopers for DUI (driving under the influence of alcohol) offense can be tough. Once the case is lost in court, it’s a big blow not just financially but career-wise, because of license suspension and being given a permanent criminal record. This could also mean losing your job and facing fines or penalties.
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Sodium Ascorbate helps me get a good night’s sleep

I recently talked to an acquaintance about the benefits of regularly taking Sodium Ascorbate, a more potent form of Vitamin C. Sodium Ascorbate is in alkaline form, thus one can take more than 500mg and not get painful stomach aches or harmful side effects as compared to the acidic commercial Vitamin C brands which usually come in 500mg tablets.

So, if you’re having problems with insomnia or experiencing waking up during the night, try Sodium Ascorbate as Vitamin C, it really gets you to dreamland fast, and you feel like being on a comfortable sleep number bed. If you want to know more about the benefits of Sodium Ascorbate and how to get the capsules at wholesale price, just email me at etidbits at yahoo dot com. I’ll be glad to help you out. Remember, prevention is always better than the cure.

When technology fails to deliver…

…you get disappointed users!

Ok, it does rhyme, yup?

Personally, I feel restless when I can’t connect to the Internet if our ISP does some maintenance work. I get dismayed when suddenly there’s no electricity due to some power failure. I am just so dependent on technology for my daily tasks. How about you?

Where do you get your news?

I am not really a news person. I don’t listen to radio talk shows just like my Uncle who unfailingly turns on his radio early in the morning to listen to political and social commentaries. I am not fond of watching news on TV as well.

I just find our local TV news show too sensationalized or full of unnecessary reports of violent happenings around the city. Do we really need to know about a certain person’s crime committed against his neighbor because of some petty quarrel? C’mon media people, we want news that prioritizes more on social and community issues.
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On learning life’s lessons

Life offers us varied challenges and each day we learn from our successes and mistakes. Some would readily say that “experience is the best teacher” when it comes to most of life’s lessons. While nearly everyone would agree to this known saying, our experiences may not be the best teacher there is according to a business guru. He stressed that the best teachers are those who have been there, they are called mentors.

Do we really have to go through a trial and error process to experience or learn some of life’s lessons? It is best to get our lessons from those who have been there and became successful. It simply is a waste of time and effort to go through painful experiences just so to learn from them the hard way.
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Easter Sunday lunch by the sea

Easter Sunday can be celebrated and enjoyed even with just a simple lunch by the sea. After the Easter Sunday morning Mass, we prepared our picnic paraphernalia and off we went to the beach resort nearby. We invited my Uncle, Auntie and their daughter Bea over the weekend. Actually we requested Auntie to come over so she could cook our favorite Rellenong Bangus or stuffed milkfish. There are many ways to debone the fish and to cook it. Auntie does it by taking the insides without any cutting. She’s quite an expert with this method.

The preparation of ingredients for Rellenong Bangus takes effort and time. I helped Auntie with preparing the filling which consisted of diced onions, garlic, carrots and potatoes sautéed with green peas and the fish meat. The ingredients are then mixed with beaten eggs and the filling is inserted inside the fish together with cut boiled eggs. The stuffed fish is then rolled in starch to avoid excessive splatter during frying which might hurt the cook. Once the fish is completely coated with starch, it is then deep fried.
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Smoking habits are considered when getting life insurance quotes

Aside from queries regarding the status of one’s health in relation to cancer, psychological disorders, stroke, diabetes, drug abuse and other medical conditions, one important concern when getting a life insurance quote is the issue of being a smoker. For instance, when filling up the online form to get instant term life quote at the ReliaQuote page, one has to disclose of his tobacco use whether he has never smoked, is currently a smoker or has quit for a specified number of years.

Getting a life insurance is recommended for those who care for their family’s future as a financial safety net and protection should accidents occur. To get instant term life insurance quotes, simply log on to ReliaQuote and fill up the form with your personal information. You will then receive the 10 lowest quotes from leading insurance companies. Choose your preferred policy and apply for it online. ReliaQuote offers online insurance comparison for those who would like to browse, compare and purchase from among top rated insurance companies with just a click of the mouse.

New York International Auto Show 2009

Car enthusiasts will be attending another great event few days from now. The New York International Auto Show for 2009 will be held on April 10-19 at the Jacob Javits Convention Center. This auto exhibition attracts visitors to the Big Apple from all over the US with a magnificent opening ceremony aimed to excite guests who are given hands-on opportunity to try the new vehicles on display during the exhibit period. Car lovers would surely take the chance to finally sit on their dream vehicles and try the new technology features.

The New York International Auto Show runs for more than a week giving more time for guests from other states to drop by “The City that never sleeps”. They can tour around the city as well as there are varied types of accommodation available should they decide to stay for few days. Car rental service can be availed from GO Airlink NYC which offers safe and on time transportation with their wide range of private vehicles. Those looking for car service JFK can get their services by logging on to their website at goairlinknyc.com.

2009 Academy of Country Music Awards

Country music lovers are excited about this year’s 44th Academy of Country Music Awards winners. The nominees include Brad Paisley, Heidi Newfield, Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood and more country music artists. The awarding event will be at 8:00 PM tonight at MGM Grand in Las Vegas and will be aired live on CBS. Fans may opt to just watch on their living room couches this Sunday instead of having an Outer Banks weekend vacation. Let’s see who gets the judges’ nods.  

On being beautiful, slim and sexy the Hollywood way

Hollywood stars do anything they can to be perfectly beautiful, sexy and slim. It’s part of their job and asset as most people rationalize. Most celebrities think they have to look good in whatever outfit they don, from evening gowns to equestrian apparel, they feel like they should please not just their fans but also themselves.

That’s right Miley. It really depends on a person’s body frame. Some people are just heavier or have “more meat” than their slim and thin counterparts. The thing that matters is being healthy without the bulge or excess fat. 

Are you enthusiastic about what you do?

I just thought about this question after watching a video about a flight attendant who did a hip-hop way of welcoming passengers onboard. Here’s the video from Yahoo! Click on the thumbnail pic below to view the video:

You bet this guy loves his job and was enthusiastic about it. I’m sure the unique welcome rap made the passengers feel it was not just another regular flight.

Creative enthusiasm for what you do sets you apart from the rest, whether you’re a high profile executive, a research scientist or just having one of those healthcare jobs. Loving what you do and being enthusiastic about it generates a happier environment for the people around you.

Hope the Conficker worm won’t bug you down this April Fool’s Day

Happy April Fool’s Day!

Anyway, other than April Fool’s, one thing that’s great about this day is the fact that it is my nephew’s birthday. Happy birthday Josh!