MIND BUBBLES

So were your EQs tested to its pits?

How long have you waited till you opened your gifts?

Did you like what Santa give you?

All I know was my son was so happy with Santa's gift!

I have so many tasks lined up today like check on some car insurance quotes, but all I want to do is sulk myself with tagalog movies. Oh yes! Hahaha! I can hear hubby telling me to stop checking on free movies online because I always end up watching mushy romantic films which obviously he cannot relate to LOL! I guess we'll have dinner outside but before that, let me answer some meme I found at kathy's blog/s!

Name five people you've talked to today?
- Only 4! 2 in real life and 2 online, pathetic lol!
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Is anything wrong with your eyes?
- yea, it does not have a perfect vision.
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Do you throw your candy wrappers away?
- should I keep it? weird question.
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Do you ever write notes on your hand?
- yes.
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Last time you cried? Why?
- yesterday,while watching wowowee (I DID too kathy!)
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Do you cry when you get an injury?
- NOPE. I have a pretty high tolerance on pain.
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Do you know anyone with the same middle name as yoU?
- Yes.
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What movie did u last watch?
- PLONING bwahahha!
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Where did u sleep last night?
- at our bedroom.
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Where is your phone?
- in the cabinet hahaha!
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When is the last time you were in a swimming pool?
- I forgot.
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Have you ever fallen backwards on a chair?
- yes, like over lunch because my toddler was mimicking a monkey again!
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Are you happy right now?
- SUPER.
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Do you miss anyone?
- A LOT.
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What do you feel like watching?
- The Holiday! I will watch it tonight.
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Do you ever try to write with your non-dominant hand?
- Yea.
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Who makes you laugh the most?
- Myself, joke! My toddler.
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Do you get annoyed when you see some sort of bug flying around at the corner of your eye?
- especially when they have sounds!
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Who starred in your last dream?
- starless. dreamless.
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If you could only see in shades of only one color, what color would you want?
- purple!
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Whats on your mind right now?
- my blogging tasks.
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What makes you happy?
- people around me and little stuff.
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Have you ever gone Christmas caroling?
- I think so.
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Is there someone on your mind that shouldn't be?
- YES!
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Whats an obsession you have?
- ahm?!?
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How many pillows do you sleep with?
- 4!
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What are you drinking right now?
- H2O
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When's your birthday?
- secret!
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Who were the last people you hung out with?
- In-laws. They were close to 30 in number hahah!
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What are you wearing right now?
- sando and PJs.
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Have you ever been awake for 48 hours?
- more than!

1. What’s one really cool/useful/nice thing you purchased for yourself this year?A really nice designer purse :).
2. What’s one area of your life you really improved this year? Less of a whiner more of a person who counts her blessings.
3. Who or what was a regular source of encouragement or inspiration to you this year? My boys, a special friend and P.C.
4. What’s something nice you did for someone else this year? Worked really hard, tend to them and love them unconditionally.
5. In what way was 2008 better than 2007? It was liberating and I get to have a new life in a new city and new country!

I love the month of December.
I could not help but feel blessed this month.

23 is my Mom's birthday.
24 is hubby's Mom's birthday who passed away when he was barely 3.
25 is the birth of Jesus.
26 is our Wedding anniversary.

Now tell me, what is not to love about this month?

Here's to 5 years of marital bliss babe!
You have been the best partner one could ever have.
Thanks for everything!

If you were at a friend’s house for a holiday dinner and you found a dead cockroach in your salad, what would you do?

>>>I would likely take it out, the cockroach I mean. Tell my friend about it but in a discreet manner :)

If you could put anyone you know on Prozac, who would you choose?

>>>SECRET LOL! It's Christmas and aren't we supposed to be in this kind of mode lol!

How do you feel about public displays of affection?

>>>I do not really mind especially if the couple is a beautiful pair LOL! No I don't really mind but I think each couple should be a little aware that there are kids who can see them.

I want a garden.badly. That is an understatement. Living in a cozy townhome with limited loan makes you want to have a garden or even a zen type of garden inside your home or in the patio. I used to not really love gardens this much but maybe hubby's inclination drawn me to appreciate what gardens can do to our daily living. One of the reasons why I am not into gardening before because I do not have a green thumb. I tried taking care of my mom's orchid collection back home but instead I left them dry and soggy all at the same time. Until I had to accept the fact, that maybe gardening is not for me.

For the past weeks, hubby is telling me that we should get some pots of colorful flowers when spring sets in. Pots of flowers that would not require us to use Stonebank Ironcraft as we are only planning to set up a mini-garden in the patio which is our view from the dining table. Apparently, hubby has been lurking on the site of Stonebank which has been making high quality garden and Estate Ironwork for over 30 years. Although the site offers services on bigger gardens, he was able to get some nice gardening ideas. So I guess we are set to have some flowers in early Spring :).

It's funny that my other WS entry is Christmas Tree-Santa Inspired and this one is more focused on the true reason why we celebrate CHRISTmas.

Amidst the commercialism of CHRISTmas, we should always equate presents with giving and sharing of blessings.

Here's wishing you a fruitful and meaningful CHRISTmas. Love and be loved. Forgive and forget. Move on, be kind and everything else follows.

REMEMBER: Jesus is Better than Santa

Santa lives at the North Pole,
JESUS is everywhere.
Santa rides in a sleigh, JESUS rides on the wind and
walks on the water.
Santa comes but once a year,,JESUS is an ever present help.
Santa fills your stockings with goodies, JESUS supplies all your needs.
Santa comes down your chimney uninvited,JESUS stands at your door and
knocks.. and then enters your heart.
You have to stand in line to see Santa,
JESUS is as close as the mention of His name.
Santa lets you sit on his lap,
JESUS lets you rest in His arms.
Santa doesn't know your name, all he can
say is "Hi little boy or girl, What's your name?". JESUS knew our name before we
did. Not only does He know our name, He knows our address too. He knows our
history and future and He even knows how many hairs are on our heads. Santa
has a belly like a bowl full of jelly, JESUS has a heart full of love.
All Santa can offer is HO HO HO! JESUS offers health, help and hope.
Santa says "You better not cry", JESUS says "Cast all your cares on me for I care for you.
Santa's little helpers make toys, JESUS makes new life, mends wounded
hearts, repairs broken homes and builds mansions.
Santa may make you chuckle but, JESUS gives you joy that is your strength.
While Santa puts gifts under your tree, JESUS became our gift and died on the tree.

It's obvious there is really no comparison.
We need to remember WHO Christmas is all
about. We need to put Christ back in Christmas.

Jesus is still the reason for the season.

snagged from cata.

Situation #1
At the office holiday party you notice your partners boss getting not once but numerous times a little to touchy feely with your spouse......What do you do?

>>>I'd probably throw some huge tv lifts her way. Just kidding LOL! I am not that strong to be able to throw one. Since I am not the confrontational type especially in public gatherings, I would just approach my hubby, lock my fingers in his and lead him away from that bitch! LOL! Yea, subtly. svelte. smooth. :)))

Okay since I am in such a Sony Ericsson raving moment, here is one reason why I love the brand.

The Look.

And lookilook, the colors!!!

Let's all be optimistic and believe that 2009 will be a better year for all of us. Let us not be distracted by negative predictions of 2009. As I quote Bo Sanchez: 'Let's live as if there was no recession'. So, if you have been wanting to try out those small business opportunities you have always had at the back of your minds, do not be scared and think it over. If it was worth the risk and your gutfeel says you should start it up, go ahead and follow your heart :).

Last randomness...feed your mind and your blog meme for the day before I check auto insurance quotes for hubby's Uncle.

week of 12.21.08 name 3 of each

Lets take a break from all the holiday hustle
and bustle to blog a bit. Name 3 of each:

Name 3 of each:
-Pet Peeves
>Dirty Comfort Room
>Dirty Nails
>Grumpy Friends
-Close Friends
>Bes
>Farah
>Stelz
-Favorite Movies
>Pretty Woman
>My Big Fat Greek Wedding
>Love Affair
-Foods You Love
>Potato Chips
>Pizza
>Sushi
-Favorite Books
>Sophie Kinsella's
>Paulo Coehlo's
>Sidney Sheldon's
-TV Shows You Like
>ANTM
>Gossip Girl
>All TFC shows as in walang patawad!
-Celebrities You Like
>Hugh Jackman
>Reese Witherspoon
>Rachel Bilson
-Favorite Items of Clothing
>Jeans
>Coats
>Tank tops
till next time...

I miss joining memes from
randomness...feed your mind and your blog. So before I check on some healthy grilling recipes we would be serving on Christmas, I'll answer a couple of their memes.

12.14.08 Happy Holidays random word association

I say, you think:

1. santa : GIFTS
2. holiday carols : SONGS
3. snow : WHITE
4. mistletoe : KISS
5. season : HOLIDAYS
6. candy cane : SWEET
7. eggnog : HOT
8. presents : OPEN

till next time...

Enjoy the rest of your Sunday :).

Good thing I visited my friend, L's gadgenista.com website or else I would not have seen this pretty little thing! Isn't it a genius invention?

I have zero knowledge when it comes to using tools such as air tools or any type of household tools. I never had the effort to even learn how to use them. I am simply dependent to hubby or any male member of our household and that is bound to happen forever. Ask me about tricks of the trade (read: make-up) and I'd give you tons of ways and techniques. Although, I admire women who knows how to use household tools!

Forget about this entry, I'm blah-ish right at this second.
How's your weekend?

I love video games, in fact there were times that I beat my brothers on race car games. Hubby who is not into this so much is thinking of buying a PS3. We have an xbox360 whom my son of 3 years old is utilizing this game console and has discovered it is more fun to play video games than play with his mom LOL! Anyhow, I have been telling hubby to get a Wii instead of a PS3 because I think a PS3 and xbox360 are just of the same features, what do you think am I right? I hope he gets a Wii instead as I badly need a Wii Fit!!!

Carpet :: Vacuum
Bottoms :: Slim
Music :: Ears
Nails :: Sharp
Watch it! :: NOW!
Your life :: Blessings!
Candies :: Sweets
Chafing :: Dish
Svelte :: Smooth
Ding :: Dong LOL!

I love U.M.'s! It sharpens my mind, indeed!

One of the most lucrative jobs is a job that requires to provide beauty services, read as make-up artists and hairstylists. Especially if you are going to practice this profession in the United States, I bet your salary is very rewarding not to mention the generous tips you get from satisfied clients. But in order to practice this profession here, one has to be licensed. Also, in order to be very competitive in this industry it is important to further your beauty knowledge through a Beauty School. For more information, check FindABeautySchool.com. They have a wide and comprehensive list of beauty schools accredited in the U.S.

I am officially on my winter break and so far the past days, I have done nothing but work/blog!!!

I am officially overwhelmed with the blogging tasks that come my way. Like what hubby would tell me all the time, no one is obligating me. I know, I know I need to stop checking SP sites so I could have that blogging break and eventually finished my what-to-do-during-christmas-break list.

For now, all I want to do is learn CS2!
Happy Weekend y'all!

1. Said the night wind to the little lamb, We Wish You a Silent and Happy Christmas!
2. The first Noel, the angel did say, Be thankful for all the blessings that come your way.
3. Christmas Rush are Over the hills and everywhere.
4. It came upon the midnight clear, A Child was Born.
5. Spread Love and Let your heart be light.
6. And the thing that will make them ring is the carol that you sing, Jingle bells Jingle Bells, Jingle all the way...
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to learning to digiscrap, tomorrow my plans include finish writing greeting cards and Sunday, I want to have a blogging break!

In these hard times, people are trying to hold on to their cash rather than spending. No wonder, sales are everywhere and they just won't stop tempting our little pockets and thin wallets these days. A friend who is so much into investments has been telling me about Monex Precious Metals. She has been very happy with the money she made out of investing on precious metals, silver and gold coins. Just click on the link and you'd be able to watch a video that would talk on this. While I have not really explored this matter, I believe what my mom told me that it is always a good and wise decision to invest on gold as they never depreciate.

3 things that you've accomplished this year that mean something to me:

1. Complete half of my Master's Degree. I am getting there, almost :). This means a lot to me because it required a lot of patience, hardwork and time management skills because I have a family to tend too.
2. Earn quite a decent sum amout of money just simply by staying at home. Yes, you got it right, through blogging. I did not realize I could make this much. Not really huge, but enough to be able to buy my wants without taking from our budget chunk.
3. Being able to manage a household all by myself (oh will hubby's help too) abroad. This is really important and very liberating on my part.

what's yours?

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Since hubby and I will be celebrating our 5th year together as husband and wife in a few more days from now, I thought of sharing this email that was forwarded to me by a dear friend. You will truly learn from it. I did.

And yes marriage takes time, it is but hardwork and could be tested by time :).


Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.–Psalm 46:10

Some days I think men, especially, inherit a double dose of impatience. That could explain why so many of us despise shopping and mutter when the driver in front of us balks at turning right on red. More than once, my wife, Debi, has said, "Sometimes I just don't understand you at all!" Well, I haven't completely figured her out, either. After more than 20 years of marriage, we need to learn so much more about living and loving as husband and wife. And it takes time.

But why is that so exasperating? My guess is it's part of human nature. A congenital hurry-bone of contention inherited from Adam and Eve, who started the whole business by eating an apple guaranteed to give them instant knowledge.

When we live by the false "faster is better" creed, we lose sight of the contrasting truth: Relationships take lots of time to develop and nurture. They demand long hours and years and even decades of work. But when you stop to consider the alternative, it's clear that marriage is worth the time. Why hurry to divorce court when you can take your time and nurture a deep commitment for the rest of your life?

–Gregg Lewis in The Couples' Devotional Bible (Zondervan)

from CHIKAI.

Have you ever liked someone who had a girlfriend/boyfriend?
>>>A lot of times but of course I did not pursue it and it was just pure admiration.

Have you ever had your heartbroken?
>>>yea.

Have you ever been out of state?
>>>A lot of times: California, Nevada, Washington, Virginia, Maryland

Have you ever done something outrageously dumb?
>>>Admittedly, yes.

Have you ever been back stabbed by a friend?
>>>Super! It hurts, I almost bleed lol!

Have you ever had sex on the beach? On the sand?
>>>I wish hahah!

Have you ever dated someone younger than you?
>>>Yes.

Have you ever read an entire book in one day?
>>>Yes :).

Hubby surprised me with a plaid trench coat over the weekend. Probably, he would often see me checking on all the nice trench coats and jackets in the web. I love the fabric and all except I look fat on it! Hubby said, I look good but I have to shed off because plaid prints can make a person look bigger.

On the other hand, my friend C called up a while ago asking what's my wishlist. Apparently, she was shopping for gifts for me whee! I told her that I would to get a bottle of Lipovox or any tea that would make me thin in 2 weeks or less. She laughed at me, she knows me so well that I am not serious about it. hee :) I may be desperate to get thin but I will not take the easy way.

I love street food, do you?
Have a good week ahead!

1. Places you would like to visit and why.
>Pinas, because I am homesick.
>Europe for a 2nd honeymoon.
>Boracay, just because.
>Anilao, Batangas because I miss diving!

2. Favorite things to munch on!
>Chips
>Peanuts
>Chocolates
>Mashmallows.

3. Favorite sites for online shopping.
>Shoebuy
>Etsy
>Gap
>Charlotte Russe

4. Things you have to get done this weekend.
>Hubby's blog.
>final exams
>arrange closet
>send gifts and cards

5. Things that pop up when you google your name.
>Facebook
>make-up works
>names database
>wedding

Are you accustom to naming your gadgets or any stuff you own? I don't! Yes, I named our newly-purchased car (just because) but other than that no. And so when I saw this article from Paulo Coehlo, I couldn't help but grin lol! It's very funny and true that yes, computer are males! Read on.

10. They have a lot of data but are still clueless.

9. A better model is always just around the corner.

8. They look nice and shiny until you bring them home.

7. It is always necessary to have a backup.

6. They’ll do whatever you say if you push the right buttons.

5. The best part of having either one is the games you can play.

4. In order to get their attention, you have to turn them on.

3. The lights are on but nobody’s home.

2. Big power surges knock them out for the night.

1. Size does matter.

Top ten reasons why computers are female

10. The instruction manual is mostly wishful thinking.

9. Even after you’ve turned them on, they just sit there waiting for you to make the next move.

8. Incorrectly worded commands are completely ignored, or worse, taken literally.

7. They reveal all your secrets to anyone who wants to know.

6. Upgrades react badly to things left behind by previous versions.

5. Rules are absolute and there is no possibility of compromise.

4. Whatever you buy for them, there will always be a newer version that they want.

3. Nothing is ever “really” deleted… obsolete files will be brought up out of nowhere just to annoy you.

2. Error messages always translate to: “Well if you don’t know I’m not going to tell you.”

1. Despite your best efforts to prevent it, they continue to permit unauthorised entry.

They say debts are inevitable, I agree so. But, it is all a matter of managing it wisely and being able to lessen it instead of increasin git. If you are caught in big debt hole, it is not bad to seek help and get the appropriate Credit Counseling that would ease out your financial burden. Consumer Education Services, Inc is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering and inspiring consumers nationwide to becoming debt free. They can offer ways on how to tighten your belt and lessen the burden. Check out the site for more information, who knows you might be one of the few who are debt free.

I have always love reading her entries because she has always been real. Heck the blogs who post nothing but fantasies and pretentions, I am no judge here but I love blogs who post not only raves but rants as well, not only purchases but things they want to afford, not only plans but failures. But, if only blogging were limited to readers who do not judge, who thinks they have a right to criticize you because they think they know you, readers who read blogs as it is--taking everything as it is without further analysis, readers who are not there to correct your grammar nor act as editors (goodness!) then blogging is 100% fun thing to do. But, no blogging is not like that. So while we are enjoying this blogosphere, let's all be conscious of these other type of readers and to these readers, this is a blog, not a book, not a news article, not a writing contest...

I love bloggers who write not to please and bloggers who edit less (*wink!).

I say ... and you think ... ?

1. Insight :: idea
2. Irksome :: annoyance
3. Maybe :: maybe not
4. Confirmation :: YES!
5. Bib :: food
6. Stop! :: war
7. Lobster :: fave
8. Boys :: rough
9. Fire away :: go away
10. Give up :: never!

Not many of you know but I used to occasionally smoke, especially when I got out with friends. But, as soon as I delivered my firstborn, I made a pact to never do that habit again. It does not do good, anyway. However, I know of someone who collects Humidors and all luxury cigars but he do not smoke. He just want to collect them and see them in their cabinets. Where does he gets his stocks? At New Global Marketing’s premier website BestCigarPrices.com. And by the way, humidors are cigar stuff that help your cigar collection maintains its freshness.

I was taking a break from my turbo blogging (Chuvaness' term) when I decided to check online how much our electric bill would be for this month. I always do this as I could not wait for the bill, better be ready and budget ahead, right? and guess what!?!? our bill was frikkin doubled!!! Nuff of the heater grrr! We need to buy portable heaters soon, so as to save for the centralized heater and enough of baking dishes and pastries, at least during the winter.

Technically, I do not have an ex but... LOL!

He says...Why did you let me go?
:::You never said you want me to stay:::

He says...Can I win you back?
::: you had the chance then:::

He says...But I am very much happy with you back then.
:::who cares?!?:::

He says...I still love you.
::: I believe you (LOL!), but I don't :::

He says...When did we last talk?
:::LONG TIME AGO:::

He says...Can you go out with me?
:::With my family?:::

He says...Hey,can i give you/ask for a ride?
:::Here's a penny, commute!:::

He says...Were you able to move on?
:::Obviously. and you?:::

He says...I regret losing you.
:::tsk tsk.:::

He says...My parents do not like you.
:::my parents do not like you either, mommy especially:::

He says...You have changed.
:::Really?:::

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randomness...feed your mind and your blogweek of Dec 7th: Holiday Questions



Happy Holidays everyone!



1. what's your favorite holiday movie? The Holiday and Love Affair

2. who do you spend the holidays with? Family.

3. do you have any special food you make each year? None really, they vary.

4. when holiday shopping, do you stick to a budget or do you overspend? Overspend.

5. Do you decorate your home for the holidays? All the time.

1. REAL Friends are always there when you need them.
2. I often neglect my health; it's not a good thing, you know.
3. I'm ready for my school break!
4. My son's scent is one of my favorite perfumes or aftershaves or smells.
5. The oldest ornament I have is a Christmas Stocking.
6. Take some ice, sugar, milk and strawberries, mix it all together and you have a shake!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to sleeping early, tomorrow my plans include shopping and Sunday, I want to rest.

Living in a rented town home restricts you from decorating and enhancing your home. Moreso, having garden roses in your patio or backyard. However, there are alternatives to this kind of set-up. Right now, we have a pine tree as our Christmas tree. Also, in our kitchen, we have bonsai bamboos which hubby bought 2 months ago. And another thing is you could order flower arrangements from FiftyFlowers.com and accent your dining table. I grew up in a household where there is a lot of greens and flowers both inside and outside of our house, no wonder I am accustomed to seeing plants inside our townhome as well.

I know it's Friday but I still want to snag this from Yen :)

1. Do you think that if more people in this world got laid on a regular basis (what a regular basis is, is up to you!), there might be less generally unhappy people? Why/why not?
+ My Answer is no. period.

2. Do you think there are just some people on this planet that will never *ever* be happy? If so, why? If not, why not?
+ Yes I think there are. Those who never stop whining, those who don't count their blessings and those who are so negative and don't make peace with others and themselves. They will never be TRULY Happy.

3. Do you think that to force people to change their ideas about a system of how something works (say, the energy industry), it has to totally collapse before that change can happen? Why/why not?
+ IDK.

I know of someone who had a very bad experience with a Credit Card collection agency that almost made her traumatized with the event. After a while she filed for a formal complaint and found out that the collection agency was not a partner of the credit card company, they were 3rd party company and was hired only to do the collection for the credit card company. It takes a lot of professional and communication skills to be able to demand a payment from the client. I do not believe in a brutal way of collection debts. I mean these are people with serious money problems, they would not be financially delinquent if they have enough the money to sustain their livelihood. Anyhow, if you need if you or your company needs to hire a 3rd party Collection Agency, you might want to check out American Profit Recovery. The company was founded in 2004 by five collection industry veterans. With a deep desire to be different, they set out to create a company that could not only help businesses of all sizes become more profitable, but change the fundamental way in which a collection agency operated. I think companies should be a little careful when hiring a collection agency as even though they would be needing something from clients, they should also bear in mind that these are humans with feelings and needs.

These Holiday GlassFrames From Zenni Optical are nice gift ideas. The popular online eyeglasses shop sells a variety of eyeglasses that are very affordable ranging from as low as $ 8 Complete Rx Eyeglasses. So, if you are still looking for gift ideas this Christmas, check out Zenni to check out their offers.

One of the perks of being in a sales or marketing industry is their Car Allowance or car reimbursement. I clearly remember how much we were able to save from gas and car maintenance expenses when he used to hold a sales/marketing position. So imagine our huge adjustment when we began to pay for these and have to allot a certain budget for these alone. We were also able to buy 2 sedan (his corporate cars) for a very minimal price. They were all brand-new. However, from where we are, it is not really hard to own your own car as they come out affordable and with payment options. However, when the gas prices were really high, we had to lessen our trips to the mall as we wanted to save from gas expenses. Speaking of car allowances, you might want to check on CRS. CRS or Corporate Reimbursement Services, Inc. (CRS) is a management consulting firm that administers highly flexible and customizable vehicle reimbursement programs for companies with mobile employees. Check out the site for more information.I think this would be one of my considerations when I look for a job next year. That is if I pass my driving test HEE.

I was telling my friend, C this afternoon that if I combined all my shopping expenses from November to today, I could have gotten myself a worthy purchase. I swear, I was such an impulsive shopper for the past 2 months. I just thought that since Christmas is nearing and I have been really hardworking the whole year, why not treat myself with everything I wanted (well at least half of the list I wanted), but now I feel a little guilty.

Oh well, I promise to be on shopping ban for the 1st quarter of 2009. Hubby and I are saving up for something big. Well, goodluck to me :).

They say that during the holiday season, crime rates are higher than any other season. Isn't that ironic as we are supposed to be doing all things nice? But I guess, the reason behind this is that more people needed money. Anyhow, I found this website where you could do a Prison Inmate Search just in case you are in need of one. Let us all be careful this holiday and may you have a blessend and peaceful holidays!

1. Is Christmas your all-time favorite holiday?
>>>YES. It's the season when everybody is nice :).

2. If so, why?
>>>Like I said, everybody seems to make an effort to be nice and good because Santa Clause is coming to town lol!

3. Have you ever told a person that they are all you want for Christmas?
>>>YES. When hubby and I used to be on a long-distance relationship.

4. Would you consider yourself really spoiled about Christmas?
>>>Oh truly.

5. Does the Christmas environment make you feel comfortable?
>>>Of course, but a bit of homesick too. I miss my family back home.

6. Are your favorite colors red and green?
>>>Yes but they have to be separate and not used at the same time.

7. What colors do you like to see in Christmas lights?
>>>White and purple.

8. Have you ever helped your friends decorate for Christmas?
>>>Nope.

9. Ever gotten a car for Christmas?
>>>I WISH!

10. Do you usually count down the days until Christmas?
>>>Not this year. I am so busy to make a countdown.

11. Do you like, love, or hate Christmas shopping?
>>>I LOVE! I have a reason to splurge :).

12. Have you ever had to work on Christmas?
>>>NOPE and will not allow that to myself and family. (knock on wood)

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I am not a huge boxing fan nor a fan of Manny Pacquiao but since he always manages to make the Country proud, he deserves this spot in my blog. And yes, I managed to watch the fight with hubby last night while I was finishing off some school paper. Boy, was he a ferocious man! De la Hoya should never bother to ask for this dream match.

I am glad that hubby is not caught up with the huge Manny Pacquiao fever. I mean he brings pride to our country but I do not understand too much adoration for this man. Maybe because I am not sporty or maybe because hubby is too busy to be putting his energy on this fight. Nevertheless, I wish the man a big luck and I hope that the young generation does not only dream of becoming a boxer but a good educated man as well :).

Just my 2 cents.

On top of the many things in my mind right now, I need to get personalized baby gifts for my godchildren at least before the week ends. I have been neglecting them for quite some special occasions now and this Christmas I want to make up with them by giving them something personalized. Most of my Godchildren at less than 2 years old so the personalized baby gifts I saw at babynest.com are just perfect for their needs. I think I do not need to look further more as this will be the easiest way I could get them their gifts. Order online and have them delivered to their respective homes. Online shopping truly rocks!

1.) Do you get along with your significant other's parents? If you've never met their parents or if you're single, how did you usually get along with former SO's parents?
>>>Unfortunately, both of his biological parents passed away.

2.) Have you ever stolen a tip from a table while eating at a restaurant? If you saw someone doing this, would you speak up or pretend you never saw anything?
>>>NOPE. But if I see one, I'd likely speak up.

3.) Do you have any s*xual fantasies that you’d never admit to anyone?
>>>NOPE. hahah boring me.

4.) What smells do you find comforting?
>>>My son's neck :).

5.) Do you ever resent your significant other for not earning more money? Do you ever find yourself jealous because your SO earns more money than you?
>>>Nope, we're not competitive of each other :).

6.) If you had to wear a Halloween costume for 3 hours a day, ever day, for the rest of your life, which would it be and why?
>>>Belle of beauty and the beast or tinkerbell.

7.) Have you ever had s*x with someone and kept a piece of their undergarments or anything else for any reason? Have you ever had someone want or try to keep something of yours?
>>>WHAT THE?!?!

I say … and you think … ?

Love affair :: Couple.
Bubble :: Kids.
Pimple :: Zit.
Knocks :: Robbers (LOL!)
Persistent :: Annoying.
Infected :: Wound.
Yay! :: LOL!
Repaint :: Walls.
Daily :: SAHMmy.
Quickly! :: NOW

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1. Where’s your favorite beach?
>>>Nothing beats Boracay and Palawan :)))

2. Where’s your favorite place to spend money?
>>>US is a shopping haven both online and in stores. period.

3. Where’s a good place to watch people?
>>>Park?!?

4. Where’s a good place to be totally alone?
>>>My bedroom or in a nice quiet chapel.

5. Where’s a place outside of work (or school) where you’re likely to run into people from work (or school)?
>>>Church and Mall.

1. Places you would like to visit and why.
>>>Philippines, for a vacay.
>>>Europe for our 2nd honeymoon.
>>>Japan, just because.
>>>Greece, period.

2. Favorite things to munch on!
>>>Chips.
>>>Chocolates.
>>>Nuts.
>>>Pastries.

3. Favorite sites for online shopping.
>>>Ebay.
>>>ShoeBuy.
>>>Forever21.
>>>Etsy.

4. Things you have to get done this weekend.
>>>Study.
>>>Work.
>>>Cook.
>>>Shop.

5. Things that pop up when you google your name.
>>>Facebook.
>>>Make-Up related Articles.
>>>my blogs.
>>>my school.

Wedding is an occasion that always make me very emotional especially if the couple to be wed is very close to my heart. More often than not, I always get teary-eyed during the bridal walk and the exchange of vows. Even if the weddings are only renewal of vows such as silver or gold weddings, they always make me very emotional. So as a guest, I make sure to always prepare as I know the couple have exerted their efforts during their Wedding Planning stage. I have never been into a wedding where I did not enjoy the occasion even if the couple are not that close to me.

For the 4th and last part, if there's one thing I am practicing perfectly it would be #28. Oh boy, I may be one worry-wart but I laugh too much, I would even pass for a crazy girl LOL!. I am easy to forgive but I need to SLOW DOWN in most aspects of my life. Hope the list help you too.

28. Laugh some more!

29. Take your work seriously, but not yourself at all.

30. Develop a forgiving attitude (most people are doing the best they can).

31. Be kind to unkind people (they probably need it the most.

32. Sit on your ego.

33. Talk less; listen more.

34. Slow down.

35. Remind yourself that you are not the general manager of the universe

36 . Every night before bed, think of one thing you're grateful for that you've never been grateful for before.

So for the part 3 :).
I badly need my 2009 plannerSSSS! Yes I have 3, friends from Manila gave me a BDJ and a Starbucks planners, I feel special and loved! Also, another friend here gave me a Moleskine 2009 weekly planner. All I need to do is plan my day to day schedule and manage my time wisely and I would have less cranky 2009 :)

19. Get organized so everything has its place.

20. Listen to a tape while driving that can help improve your quality of life.

21. Write down thoughts and inspirations.

22. Every day, find time to be alone.

23. Having problems? Talk to God on the spot. Try to nip small problems in the bud. Don't wait until it's time to go to bed to try and pray.

24. Make friends with Godly people.

25. Keep a folder of favorite scriptures on hand.

26. Remember that the shortest bridge between despair and hope is often a good "Thank you
Jesus."

27. Laugh.

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... and here's part 2!
I am such a worry-wart, aren't all mothers? But what #11 suggest, I should start separating my worries from my concerns. I should be learning to let go and let God some things in my life. Wasting my day with too much worries means wasting a lot of time. I hope to be able to practice this in the days to come.

10. Take one day at a time.

11. Separate worries from concerns. If a situation is a concern, find out what God would have you do and let go of the anxiety. If you can't do anything about a situation, forget it.

12. Live within your budget; don't use credit cards for ordinary purchases.

13. Have backups; an extra car key in your wallet, an extr! a house key buried in the garden, extra stamps, etc.

14. K.M.S. (Keep Mouth Shut). This single piece of advice can prevent an enormous amount of trouble.

15. Do something for the Kid in You everyday.

16. Carry a Bible with you to read while waiting in line.

17. Get enough rest.

18. Eat right.

Don't we all love to lead a healthy Christian life? I read once that for as long as you are focused on serving God above all things, you are in the right track. Here's sharing part one of the 36 Christian ways to Reduce Stress as sent to me by my friend, C. I fail on the Get Up on Time so you can start the day unrushed part! I really need therapy when it comes to waking up early argh!

1. Pray

2. ! Go to bed on time.

3. Get up on time so you can start the day unrushed.

4. Say No to projects that won't fit into your time schedule, or that will compromise your mental health.

5. Delegate tasks to capable others.

6. Simplify and unclutter your life.

7. Less is more. (Although one is often not enough, two are often too many.)

8. Allow extra time to do things and to get to places.

9. Pace yourself. Spread out big changes and difficult projects over time; don't lump the hard things all together.

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1. Snow is just around the corner.
2. I'm looking forward to my school break.
3. Travelling is the best hobby ever!
4. One of my favorite old tv shows is EAT BULAGA!
5. I'm done with some of my expiring blogging tasks.
6. The most enjoyable thing around the holidays is feasting!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to finishing at least 2 chapters of my research paper, tomorrow my plans include completing my research paper and Sunday, I want to do some finishing touches of my research paper!

GOSH MY WEEKEND IS ALL ABOUT SCHOOL!

Have you ever wondered how it is to live 300 years back?

or what you would tell a couple of kids wearing some 300 years old costume?
Have a GOOD WEDNESDAY!

Whee it's the 1st day of December, the Month of Sharing and the Month of my favorite Holiday, CHRISTMAS!

So are you done with your Shopping List or have you just started.
Last night, I was so eager to make my December and 2009 organized that I spent 4 hours writing in my planner, making budget and writing some important notes in my gazillions of notebooks hee. I will share to you the rest of what I planned to do for the next year, let me share with you about one important thing I am so determined to do. LOSE WEIGHT before the holiday feasting!

I realized that since Thanksgiving is over, I have no reason to feast and pig-out until Christmas day and New Year's eve. I might as well shed of at least 5 lbs before those feast days.

Also, hubby and I are planning to donate a bit of our year's earning to Cancer victims such as those hit by the mesothelioma disease. I wish we have extra funds so we'd be able to give more.

What are your December plans?

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1. If you had to join a pop band, which one would it be?
>>>I'd want to be Kylie Minogue's back-up singer and wear a fashionable Wayfarer sunglasses hee.

2. Go back to the early 00's. Britney Spears or Christina Aguilera? Why?
>>>I always love Britney Spears even after her downfall. She's got the talent and beauty :).

3. Hanson or Jonas Brothers?
>>>Jonas Brothers no less.

4. Backstreet Boys or N'Sync? Why?
>>>Backstreet Boys! I still know their songs by heart lol!

5. What's the most embarrassing CD or song you own? (BE HONEST)
>>>Wowowee Christmas CD LOLZ!

Have a happy Monday y'all!