Vacation once a quarter
I will be scheduling a vacation at least once in a quarter for me and the family this year. For the first quarter, I am looking at outer banks vacation rentals where we can stay. It would be pure relaxation for me. Sleeping in, reading a good book, sipping fruit shakes… Last year, we only [...]
Our house in 2010
I have so many plans for 2010. The house will be part of my plan. I will be starting with the kitchen. Instead of the ceramic ones, I will ask my dad if we can use stainless steel tiles instead. I want everything easily cleaned. Less clutter in the kitchen, too. I will refrain from [...]
For the grand-aunts
Two of my grand-aunts are relying only on their social security disability benefits for their daily needs. I have since offered my help but these are proud women who want to take care of themselves until they can. I respect their wishes and have backed off since then. But I am always ready to help [...]
Trips to the mall
I had a blast Christmas shopping with my siblings. I rarely enjoy shopping unless it’s for books or food. But this time around, I made sure I enjoy it. I had several trips to the mall. I had a blast, that’s for sure! Every time I arrive home, my feet felt like it’s swollen from [...]
An event to remember
My friend, Jem, who lives in Los Angeles with her partner and their son is looking for a company events organizer. She is planning an elaborate party for her family and her partner’s family to meet. The date she is targeting will also fall on their 5th anniversary as a couple. They are also announcing [...]
Going out more
I am impressed with the metal buildings I saw while we were strolling through a park in the center of the city. I didn’t even know there are new buildings in that area. I have been cooped up at home too much that I forget what the world outside looks like anymore. Anyway, it’s good [...]
Holiday good food
‘Tis the season to be jolly… and to enjoy good food! But for someone like me who’s already overweight to begin with, it’s probably better to stock up on appetite suppressants this season. It would help a lot to avoid the temptation of stuffing food down my throat in every gathering we will go to. [...]
Hot coffee and the dailies
Coffee and newspaper in the morning are perfect partners. The caffeine will kick in and wake your body up. The horrid news will wake your brain for sure! Seriously, don’t you just feel like having a cup of coffee, tea, hot choco or your orange juice in the morning while reading the dailies? I don’t [...]
Holiday cottages for your getaway
I will be joining the rat race once again. Yes, the corporate world will be getting me back. Just thinking about it gives me a pounding headache. I can already feel the stress the finance post will entail. So before I finally succumb to the pull of the corporate world, I am going on a [...]
Friday Quotes #11
Whether you’re commemorating Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or December 25, the celebration is meaningful only if the spirit of the day lives strong in you all year round. – Oprah How are you celebrating your holiday next week? Done with your Christmas shopping? Happy Friday, guys!
Shopaholic friend
Of course my friend wants a pair of Christian Louboutin shoes when she checked out Bluefly.com yesterday. She saw a pair she really likes and she’s about to buy it today. Unless her husband beats her to it, I think her brand new pair of shoes is on the way to her now. My friend’s [...]
In relation to cars
Sales of auto accessories is up these days. After the three typhoons that devastated the country, car owners have been bringing their vehicles to different car shops. Repairs, replacement of parts and accessories, enhancement, machine checks of brand new ones. Our neighborhood is known as the area in the city where you can find everything [...]
Grand dreams
The old man enjoys a cigar every now and then. He feels relaxed even with an unlit cigar in his mouth. He only lights one when he’s in his rest house, once a year actually. My friend told me about this. We were talking about our dream of owning a farm of our own in [...]
Indulgence
What will be more interesting than an Adults Only Caribbean Vacation, right? Jen was telling us about it the other day. She found Karisma Hotels and the resorts under it that caters to the whims of adults. Imagine taking a shower outdoors with shower stalls that have no ceilings. Imagine you and your partner on [...]
Multi-tasking
I love multi-tasking. Right now, I am listening to the radio, alternating between writing an entry and reading a travel book, and at the same time waiting for the insurance quotes from my agent. I am good at this. It would probably drive someone else crazy. But I guess once you’ve become a one-woman accountant [...]
Kids
Kids look so adorable wearing equestrian apparel. They would parade around town, on top of a horse, during local festivities. The kids will surely put a smile on your face. Kids are an inspiration. They can melt your worries away with just one smile. They can make you think of a brighter future that is [...]
Once chubby, now sexy
I was really amazed when I saw a high school classmate a few months ago. She’s sexy! I mean back in high school, she was really chubby. It just blew me away how she’s now a totally different person because of her weight loss. She told me that someone recommended thermogenic fat burner to her [...]
Like a balloon
I wish I can blow my worries into a rubber, as a balloon and then release it in the air. I wish I can do that and will not have to worry about the worries coming back. I wish I can also be like a balloon and just fly up in the air. Free.
Experts in the field
There are people out there who are into investing in a rare coin. Actually, a friend of mine who had a windfall a year ago is looking into investing in this kind of investment. But since he has very limited knowledge in dealing with sellers, the legitimate ones, he needs to get the services of [...]
Diary, journals, pens and papers
I was having coffee with my sister this afternoon when we noticed a girl sitting on the other side of the cafe. She has a journal on her lap and she’s writing something. We both guessed it’s her diary… I remember a well-known writer/celebrity in the country. She wrote in her broadsheet column that she’s [...]
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