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Gardening with Kids

2012-05-29T09:38:00.000-07:00

Both of my kids love to help me in the garden. I can't work there without them wanting to help, which is great.

Our neighbor gave them a set of gardening tools (hoe, rake, shovel, and a matic Our neighbor also gave me some peppers and tomatoes to plant, thanks Ruth and Don.

Most of the time, Mr. Burrito's job is to catch a bug or collect the worms.
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Driveway Alarm

2012-05-29T08:40:00.002-07:00

I was browsing the selection of products at gadgetshack.com and found out that there is a product called an ip network camera. I never knew this product existed 'til now, which is kinda cool and interesting. Browsing the internet gives you the ability to learn different things every time. However you have to make sure that the websites you are visiting are secure and safe so that you won't be a victim of identity theft or get infected with a virus of some sort. Anyhow, back to my topic above, this online store also has a huge selection of driveway alarms and other useful gadgets that you can use for your residential property or business. The good thing about the Internet is that, you can compare prices from one store to another. The prices comparison is very crucial and advantageous in finding the very best deal on the things that you are looking for in the store. I think one of the advantages that you can enjoy when shopping online is that you can compare the prices side by side from different stores unlike going to the physical store. You have to spend gas and time in going from one store to the next just to find the best deal. Online shopping gives us the convenience and can be a cheaper way to shop for things.

Popcorn machines for home movies

2012-05-29T08:36:00.000-07:00

Watching the cooking shows all the time, gives my daughter so many ideas about "must have" things in the kitchen. She has this long lists of kitchen gadgets that she wants to have in our kitchen and one of them is a pop corn machine. We love popcorn for snacks when we are watching our favorite shows on TV and although you can buy these packages of ready-to-pop- in the microwave popcorn, my daughter still want to experience how to pop those corn kernels in the popcorn machines. One day I was explaining to her that we don't really need a popcorn machine but she said that it would be nice to have one, which I agree.. somehow.. lol. See, my sister in law has one, so my daughter has this notion that popping those corn kernels in a popcorn machine is much more enjoyable that putting a package into a microwave. Oh boy, hearing a 6 year old kid reasoning out things has taken me aback sometimes. I think that my little girl is growing up too fast, maybe? I feel like she is slipping slowly from my hands - lol. I am having separation anxiety too soon for my kids. I guess this is the problem when you get too attached when raising your kids that everything revolves around them. You tend to forget the possibilities of the future.

Bleeding Heart, Clematis and More

2012-05-29T08:34:00.000-07:00

Some of the flowers that my SIL Jill has in her garden.

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Wireless doorbells

2012-05-29T08:33:00.002-07:00

Do you have a wireless doorbell in your home? Our door bell at home is a little outdated, we have the old style type. This would be something to consider to update in the future as a project for our home. For now, it is still working so it will remains as the one that we are going to use as long as it serves the purpose. But anyhow, if you are looking for any type of doorbell, wirelessdoorbellstore.com has it all. They have a different selection of doorbells at prices you can not beat. Technology has evolved in so many creative ways that it gives the consumer the ability to relax and enjoy the convenience of having different gadgets that they can use in their everyday life. Whenever I look back on my life then, and look at my life now, it makes me smile because before I never liked cooking as you have to battle with so many manual ways of doing stuff. I love cooking now because I have kitchen gadgets that makes my cooking a lot easier and faster. It is more enjoyable than making a fire out of firewood and chopping your ingredients. Now I can cook without tears in my eyes because I have an awesome stove unlike then.

Rustic Old Steel Mill

2012-05-28T18:31:00.000-07:00

Here are some of my drive-by shot of the rustic old steel mill in Weirton. Some buildings are rusty as they are not operating anymore but some are are still in operation.

Just a short glimpse of what you would see in Weirton.

Cool vests

2012-05-28T08:32:00.000-07:00

The weather is still cooler from over here, our side of the world which is nice because we are not using too much electric power to heat. We get to sleep with open windows during the night time which allows the fresh air to come through our house and give us a cool and lovely, sound sleep. I am wondering if we will have an intense summer of heat because we have had such a mellow winter, and also because we have had a long cool spring weather. Thinking of the potential heat, it occurs to me that a Cool Vest will be a good thing to have through this coming summer time as you can enjoy the heat of the sun and still feel refreshed when you are outside.

There is a huge selection of Cool Vests at friendsofwater.com where you can browse, enjoy and shop. They also have different kinds of products that you would enjoy during the summer time, like fluoride filters, garden filters and sprinklers, shower and water filters, radiation water filters and more. I like their selection of women's Cool Vests, they are stylish and I love the color choices. I think that their color alone would make you feel cooler even under the scourging heat of the sun as their colors are fabulous, reflecting the sun exactly the way they should. Find out more about their products by visiting any of the links provided above. Have fun browsing!

Bosom of the Earth

2012-05-26T06:42:00.003-07:00

The first thing I do when I walk out our door to the backyard, I go to my rose bush and savor the flagrance of my yellow rose. They are now in full bloom and there's lots of them!

"A rose is the visible result of an infinitude of complicated goings on in the bosom of the earth and in the air above, and similarly a work of art is the product of strange activities in the human mind."

Clive Bell

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High Quality Working Shoes

2012-05-26T06:35:00.000-07:00

My husband used to have a pair of wolverine boots that he uses for work. Now that he is retired, he put it away. Wolverine boots are a good quality working shoes, hubby had his for years and still in great condition til now. The price that he paid is really worth the quality and durability that the shoes has. Does anyone owns these kind of working shoes? What is your experience in using the said product?

Cicada

2012-05-26T05:30:00.001-07:00

We saw this cicada at a mailbox at the neighborhood.

Here's some info from Wikipedia about the cicada.

A cicada (/sɪˈkeɪdə/ or /sɪˈkɑːdə/) is an insect of the order Hemiptera, suborder Auchenorrhyncha (which was formerly included in the now invalid order Homoptera), in the superfamily Cicadoidea, with large eyes wide apart on the head and usually transparent, well-veined wings. There are about 2,500 species of cicada around the world, and many of them remain unclassified. Cicadas live in temperate to tropical climates where they are among the most widely recognized of all insects, mainly due to their large size and unique sound. Cicadas are often colloquially called locusts,^[1] although they are unrelated to true locusts, which are a kind of grasshopper. Cicadas are related to leafhoppers and spittlebugs.

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Gold's Value

2012-05-26T05:30:00.000-07:00

If you have the means to buy gold, would you invest in it? Personally, I would if I could, in a heartbeat. I think that the value of gold always appreciates as time goes by. It's a good a investment but let's face it, only rich people can really do it because the price of gold is enormous. But it would be nice if you could, you can have a good return on invest for it.

Spring Beauty

2012-05-24T09:39:00.001-07:00

Crab apple is one beautiful tree that I always look forward to during spring time. It provides sweet scent and beautiful sight in anyone's garden.

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Organic Soil

2012-05-23T15:01:00.002-07:00

This post brought to you by Whitney Farms. All opinions are 100% mine.

Our neighbor, Don, is giving us some tomato plants tommorow. He grows his own seedlings and he only uses one thing in his garden. He buy this organic organic soil from a local garden store here in the area and he mixes it with the ground in his garden before planting anything. They always have a very good crop at the end of the season. The couple always shares some gardening tips to me which I really do appreciate. They serve like the Whitney Farms® experts to me which I am so glad to be blessed with. They are a health buffs so they always told me to use organic plant food especially that I have kids and pets. Last year, we had a very good yield from our garden. I was able to froze some veggies which we used during the winter tme. I hope that we would have the same luck this year.

But anyhow, if you want a money saving coupon from Whitney Farms, just visit any of the links above to find you a $3 coupon off your next purchase of any plant food or solid from Whitney Farms. You would enjoy their product as it doesn't have manure odor, very easy to apply, it contain beneficial microbes and more benefits that you can enjoy in having a healthier and successful garden.

Yellow Rose Sweet Scent

2012-05-21T06:25:00.001-07:00

My yellow rose is finally blooming. I always look forward for her to bloom because the fragrance is so addictive.

Have a great week ahead everyone!
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Firefighters

2012-05-14T07:09:00.000-07:00

The news I saw last week on TV about this family that got burned still lingers in my mind. I felt so bad that most of them burned to death and only one survivor. It was too late when the firefighter finally arrived and even with high quality fire hoses, the house was totally damaged. Firefighters are one of the people that I adore because they risk their lives to save people and property.

Hike

2012-05-12T15:06:00.001-07:00

Below are the rest of the photos I took during our short nature trek here in our area.

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Reduce Body Inflammation with Nopalea

2012-05-11T20:52:00.000-07:00

I was going to work out at our mini gym downstairs but decided to mow the grass at our backyard. It didn't really need a cut but the weather was so nice and it was a good opportunity for me to have a little exercise and enjoy the warm weather outside at the same time. Then we went for a long walk tonight with our kids and our good friend here in our neighborhood. He brought us to the football field in school and showed us the cave. I felt good after the long walk, the soreness in my legs are gone now. That's one thing I like about warm season, you get to enjoy the nature while you get the exercise.

On the other note, hubby couldn't sleep last night. He said that he has a discomfort in his tummy. I remember telling him a couple of weeks ago that he should try one the free Nopalea and see if it could help him in achieving his goal of staying fit. It's a tasty wellness drink that is originated from the Nopal Cactus fruit which is very rich in Iron, Vitamin C, Calcium, Beta Carotene, Dietary Fiber, and B Vitamins. This wellness drink can help reduce body inflammation. You can try it for free by calling 1-800-203-7063. All you have to pay for is the shipping fee which is $9.95. Nopalea can also help the body cleanse it's daily toxins and eventually promote optimal health.

Rich Tulips

2012-05-11T18:48:00.000-07:00

I see someone hiding behind the tulips. Hmmnn, who could that be? Are you peeping Tom? Kidding here folks.

I find this tulips very unusual because my sister-in-law grew these beauties in the Jar with just water in it. They bloomed beautifully with rich colors I have seen in a tulip.

May the color of the tulips brighten your day!

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The Armor All Way

2012-05-11T18:42:00.003-07:00

This post brought to you by Armor All. All opinions are 100% mine.

Since returing to the United States from a two year tour in Korea, we have racked up quite few miles on our car. Since my husband has a rather long commute during the weekdays, the highway miles have taken their toll on our cars finish. Our car seems to be a magnet for road grime like dead bugs, tar, and even tree sap, and some of these things don't wash off very easy. Keeping our car looking new is getting increasingly tougher. I did my research before purchasing car care products this time around and discovered a new product by Armor All called Extreme Shield Wax. This product is so easy to use and it is safe on all automobile finishes. The invisible shield created by Extreme Shield Wax makes washing the car a breeze. Things that used to require a lot of elbow grease to remove, wash away in a snap, sometimes with a simple spray of the hose. We've significantly decreased the amount of time it takes to wash the car and it hasn't looked this good since we purchased it years ago.

If you want to keep your vehicle looking its best without spending a fortune, check this product out. While you're at it, visit their Facebook page and "like" Armor All and enter the 'What Life Did to your Car' contest for a chance to win a brand new Camaro SS signed by Tony Stewart. The next time you're shopping for car care products, pick up Extreme Shield Wax and bring your vehicle back to life.

Peonies

2012-05-10T08:24:00.000-07:00

The ants are now feasting with the sweetness of peonies. THere's no ants in the photos though as I took the picture after the rain poured the other day.

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British Gas Business

2012-05-10T07:48:00.000-07:00

British Gas Business-Providing peace of mind with fixed rates

In the current financial climate, everybody is struggling to get by, and for those who own a business, it can be crucial to their livelihood that they budget efficiently in order to keep their business afloat in the long term. When it comes to budgeting for energy, the unpredictability of the market and the diminishing supplies often makes it difficult for companies to predict what their gas bill might be in six months to a year's time, which inhibits their ability to put provisions in place for the future, leaving many business owners on edge over their energy supply.

At British Gas, customers can a get fixed rate for their gas and electricity, giving them extra protection against unexpected price increases in the wholesale energy market, and allowing them peace of mind that their supply will continue at an agreeable. Fixed rate contracts require a longer commitment than flexible contracts, but they offer an element of security which can seem to be incredibly rare during the recession. These allows business owners to put the cost of their energy supply to the back of their minds and concentrate on generating profit in their company.

Dementia Quiz Challenge

2012-05-08T06:21:00.002-07:00

Okay Guys let's have some brain work here and have a little fun while blogging. Be honest in answering the questions and tell me how you did. I screwed up at the math quiz and I can't believe that I messed it up hehehe.. I previously posted this in my other blog three years ago and would like to repost it for the letter Q of ABC Wednesday . I added some photos to inspire you in answering the questions. The photos were taken when we were still in South Korea.

Below are four ( 4 ) questions and a Bonus question to test your perception, reasoning and the quickness of your logical processing. They are stated simply so you should try to answer them instantly. To assure the accuracy of the results, you should not take your time , but instead, answer each of them immediately . OK? Let's find out just how clever you really are.... . Ready? GO!!! (scroll down slowly to uncover Q's and A's )

First Question : Y ou are a participant in a race. You overtake the second person. What position are you in?

Answer : If you answered that you are first, then you are absolutely WRONG! If you overtake the second person and you take his place, YOU are in second place! Try not to screw up next time. Now answer the second question, but don't take as much time as you took for the first question, OK?

Second Question : I f you overtake the last person, then you are...? (scroll down)Answer : If you answered that you are second to last, then you are ; ; ; ;WRONG again. Tell me Sunshine, how can you overtake the LAST person?? You're not very good at this, are you?

Third Question : V ery tricky arithmetic! Note: This must be done in your head only. Do NOT use paper and pencil or a calculator . Try it. Take 1000 and add 40 to it. Now add another 1000 Now add 30 . Add another 1000 . Now add 20 . Now add another 1000 . Now add 10 . What is the total? Scroll down for the correct answer.....Did you get 5000 ? The correct answer is actually 4100 . If you don't believe it, check it with a calculator! Today is definitely not your day, is it ? Maybe you'll get the last question right... Maybe...

Fourth Question : Mary's father has five daughters: 1. Nana, 2. Nene, 3. Nini, 4. Nono, and ??? What is the name of the fifth daughter?

Did you Answer Nunu? NO! Of course it isn't. Her name is Mary you retard! Read the question again!

Okay, now the Bonus round, i.e., a final chance to redeem yourself: A mute person goes into a shop and wants to buy a toothbrush. By imitating the action of brushing his teeth he successfully expresses himself to the shopkeeper and the purchase is done. Next, a blind man comes into the shop who wants to buy a pair of sunglasses; how does HE indicate what he wants?It's really very simple He opens his mouth and ask for it... Does your employer actually pay you to think?? If so Do NOT let them see your answers for this test!

So how did you do? Be honest, lol!

PASS THIS ON TO FRUSTRATE THE SMART PEOPLE IN YOUR LIFE!

Have a nice day everyone!

Turkey Holidays: Which One Suits You?

2012-05-06T07:04:00.001-07:00

Turkey holidays have long been popular with the British tourist. With so many areas now accommodating travellers, look online to book cheap holidays to your preferred Turkish resort.

Cosmopolitan Chic: Marmaris

Marmaris is one of the most popular resorts in Turkey. Known for its dreamy beaches and cosmopolitan city centre, Marmaris is perfect for the fashionable explorer. In complete contrast, the center of Marmaris steps back into old-world Turkey. Here the modern day traveler can experience the authentic Turkish culture; shop at the Pazar and walk along the petite paths which intertwine throughout the city.

Ports and Parties: Bodrum

Bodrum is one of the most picturesque areas of Turkey. The luscious greenery which lines the coasts of the city flawlessly harmonises with the soft small sands which run parallel to it. Take a walk along the handsome harbors and enjoy the views of Turkey’s most treasured authentic port city. The quaint streets and boutiques set behind the coast only accentuate the antiquated, charming ambiance of the resort. To perfectly balance your break, the tranquility of Bodrum’s days is juxtaposed with the city’s nightlife. Bodrum has an ample amount of restaurants and bars as well as nightclubs for real party rockers.

The Cultured Soul: Side

Holidaymakers who travel to experience a world of diverse cultures and to soak up history, rather than the sun, will find Side particularly pleasing. The walled city, located to the Mediterranean side of Turkey, is also home to a pretty port which dates back to the Roman era. The popularity of the resort has encouraged an increase in eateries and shops, which both create a buzz within the walls of the city. In addition to the historic and scenic harbour, Side is also a fantastic resort for topping up the tan with an array of beautiful beaches on offer. Look online to book cheap holidays for the best deals on Turkey holidays to suit your style.

Pomelo

2012-05-03T18:17:00.003-07:00

Pomelos always reminds me of my maternal grandparents. They used to have this plant at their backyard and they would always gave us some when the fruits are ripe already. When my Lolo and Lola (that's how we call our grandparents in the Philippines), the pomelo tree also died.

This was taken at "The Land" attraction in Epcot, Disney World

The pomelo (Citrus maxima or Citrus grandis) is a crisp citrus fruit native to South and Southeast Asia. It is usually pale green to yellow when ripe, with sweet white (or, more rarely, pink or red) flesh and very thick albedo (rind pith). Other spellings for pomelo include pummelo, and pommelo, and other names include Jeruk Bali, Chinese grapefruit, jabong, lusho fruit, pompelmous from Tamil pampa limāsu, pompous lemon] and shaddock. Source of info: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pomelo.

Top 5 Benefits of Being a Truck Driver

2012-05-03T06:05:00.000-07:00

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When you are a truck driver, you have a lot of advantages over a lot of people. For instance, you have a lot of freedom and can move around the country on your own pace. There is also job security for a trained and reasonably safe truck driver. Aside from these mentioned factors, you also get to travel and see the countryside when you sit behind the wheel of a big rig. The following is a breakdown of why a truck driver rules.

Freedom

When you drive for a living, you are not stuck in some factory or chained to some desk. If you love to move around, there's just nothing like trucking for a living. Forget about having some boss who is constantly breathing down your neck. Just be nice to your dispatcher.

Job Security

The world depends on shipping goods. Trucks are generally the most cost effective method of transferring almost anything. If you can drive a truck safely and efficiently, you've got a pretty easy time finding work that pays the bills.

Great Scenery

If you like seeing all kinds of wild animals and a vast assortment of local plants, driving a truck across the country is a great way to get paid to take in the sights. You can bring a camera along and do some nature photo shoots for a hobby or extra earnings at the side. Who knows what you might see out there!

Good Pay

If you work hard, you can earn as much as a person in middle management does. On top of that, you can save a fortune on suits, deduct every meal you eat on the road and even take days off if you can charm your dispatcher into letting you get some rest. You get to keep more of what you earn, as well as earning a pretty good wage. Some husband and wife teams even take in six figures a year by driving a truck.

Safety

Truck driving is a very safe profession for those who are courteous and responsible drivers. A lot of people ask, "can you get a cdl with a dui"? While it is possible, particularly if yours was a single offense and has been plead down to a minor misdemeanor, it can be a challenge. The main reason the road is safe for a truck driver is because big rigs are heavy and elevated. If you were to drive a rig irresponsibly, you could easily cause another person's death.