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Me Time.Posted by admin on July 24th, 2010

I have a plan to take a full day-off for myself once August comes in. I have been delaying too many self-gratifications for so long, like a facial and hair treatment, along with a foot scrub and massage, for so long now that I need to do this for myself. If I knew that cosmetology would be so in demand, I would have enrolled in the Florida cosmetology School of Regency! Founded more than 50 years ago in Minneapolis, Regency is the fastest growing beauty school in the country. Regency has expanded from two Minnesota schools in 2002 to almost 30 campuses across nine states, with continued growth underway for next year.

Conference Group’s Audio Conferencing: Communication TechnologyPosted by admin on July 18th, 2010

I am thankful that I get to be able work from home. It allows me the flexibility of managing my time between earning for our little family and taking care of the kids. In this day and age, more and more people of opting out of the daily commute to work from home. With the wireless age at hand it is simple to connect to your office while you work from home. And that is exactly what I am doing. I can work from home because my employer can give instructions to me via the internet. It saves us both – my employer the money to maintain and office, and me the time for travelling to and from the office. We can communicate through the internet. Usually, we do a Video conference each week so we can give each other updates on the project we are working on.

Basically, I have a virtual office at home! Web conferencing has given me the option to turn my "home office" into a Virtual Office. I can see and hear your visitors, communicate with video, audio and text, share files, share your desktop, share a browser, show a power point presentation or a Live Show!

If small businesses invest on communication technology to improve their businesses, what more the big companies involved with information technology and outsourcing solutions. The Conference Group can meet the demands of the changing face of the business world which increased the demand for better forms of communication. Audio conferencing features can now include international toll-free numbers which allow clients a cheaper way to communicate especially if they live in different geographical locations. You can even have a full-time operator, operator provided Q&A, digital record and playback and much more!

Thankful for EbooksPosted by admin on July 17th, 2010

Most of my friends now own an iPod or iPhone. I for one, own an iPhone which I find very useful as it lets me keep in touch with my family and friends. It also provides entertainment and amusement to my kids through the iTunes applications, movies and music. Being a bookworm, what I love most about my iPhone is that I can read my favorite ebooks using it. I can proudly say that I was able to finish more books now that I own an iPhone. Speaking of ebooks, I recently came across a website which an ebook publisher can find useful – Aptaracorp.com, which is the the leading service provider when it comes to high quality digital publishing. It provides editorial and content creation services from end to end. Moreover, it is Aptara’s mission is to prepare the world’s largest corporations and their content for a more secure and flexible future. They attain this by delivering relevant cost, quality and speed advantages through fast electronic publishing technologies that let them effectively distribute content in any format to any medium like eReader devices, tablets, PC’s, print and even to smart phones. To further ensure Total Quality and avoid customer dissatisfaction, Aptara has adopted the Lean Six Sigma Methodology that employs a specific set of quality management methods that include statistical means. Some of the satisfied customers of Aptara include companies like Cambridge University Press, Nokia, Microsoft, Amazon and more.

Summer Clothes.Posted by admin on March 10th, 2010

Hello Summer!

The summer heat is unbearable, as much as winter has given record-breaking temperatures in the East, this summer is giving us record-breaking temperatures as well. The highest recorded as 37C and it is only the start of summer. We need summer clothes fast! Well, the kids have complete clothes (too much clothes in fact!) I need summer clothes – shirt dresses, shorts (I dont have any!), tank tops! I need to buy a new swimsuit too. I need a women’s style guide to buy these things because I am not trendy when it comes to fashion.

But for me to be able look nice in all the summer clothes I plan to buy – I need to work out first and lose weight. My friend recommended I try running or yoga and the thought of fitting into yoga clothes scared me!

Let’s try running first!

CollectiblesPosted by admin on February 23rd, 2010

I am a collector at heart. I have been collecting knick knacks and all sorts of things since I was little, from stickers to stationeries to pocketbooks then letters, clothes, shoes and bags. Now that I am married, I try to control my collector side because it usually translates to clutter all over the house. I married a collector/clutterer as well, that’s why! I am thinking of starting a collection that will be invaluable (in terms of money) in the future, like coins or designer bags or jewelry! These lladro collectibles can qualify as such.

I am sure Disney die-hard fans would love to get their hands on this collection! This is the all Swarovski Disney Snow White collection valued at $1,025.00!! In ten years, who knows how much would this set cost!

You can invest on anything Mickey Mouse too. This is valued at $125.00 (Dimensions: 1 13/16 x 2 3/8 inches.)

Family Needs vs. My WantsPosted by admin on January 21st, 2010

Since we decided to complete everything in the house before the year ends and hopefully be able to buy a new car, my wants aka shopping needs have been drastically cut – and I mean completely cut. I have not shopped at all since January started, save for underwear that I really really need . I am not complaining though as I have been shopping ALL year last 2009. It’s time I save. I can substitute shopping finds which are too expensive after all, like geting the faux sapphire earrings from Holsted Jewelers instead of the actual real ones.

Trying to be chefPosted by admin on November 23rd, 2009

One of the things I had a hard time adjusting to when I stayed at home (even now, 18 months later) is the everyday cooking. I love to eat (that’s why I need an appetite suppressant) but I don’t love to make what I eat. It is hard work for me to whip up something in the kitchen – even now when I have been trying to do it every single day since last year. So whenever I have the extra money, I always make sure to treat the family outside – happy tummies, happy mommy because she won’t do any cooking

Lazy Weekend.Posted by admin on October 6th, 2009

1. I was online 90% of the time.
2. I chatted with blogger friends instead of scrapping.
3. Watched MTV tidbits on YouTube (I so wish we’d have cable soon!).
4. Read PEP, PinoyExchange and GMATV threads on Kim Sam Soon (yes, Im that pathetic)
5. And caught up with Soompi and my love:

Long WeekendPosted by admin on August 23rd, 2009

It’s a long weekend for all of us here – with the husband staying until Tuesday.
I hope Ill be able to do anything done

I hope we can go out tomorrow!

I Love Fridays.Posted by admin on August 15th, 2008

It is even better even if I dont work away from home. When I was still working, I had odd day-offs (weekdays or Sun-Mon) so Fridays had no bearing for me.

Not now though. I love Fridays.

Because 1) I can sleep in late because there is no school the next day. 2) Edil comes home and I can sleep soundly at night – no waking up every hour or so. 3) The kids detach themselves from me and compete for attention with their Dad. I LOVE EET 4) Usually, Fridays are the days when PayPal money arrives so by mid week next week, Im a thousand bucks richer – depending if I have been working my a** off or not

Yep.
Let it be known, I Love Fridays.