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Avon Products, Anyone?
Published on 2012-05-25 16:39:10
Finally, my first Avon order came in the mail today. It was really a good sight to see, to start my long-weekend on a happy note. I already ran out of the Imari Seduction Eau de Toilette Spray, which I prefer over my Burberry perfume. Without a doubt, the Burberry brand is more money than [...] > read more
Generators AtoZ
Published on 2012-05-22 23:04:57
I have been following the news about the power shortage in my home country, the Philippines. I feel bad that, the residents have suffered the inconvenience of having no electricity, which usually lasts for a few hours. I am very fortunate that, since I moved here in Florida, I have not experienced prolonged blackout (knock [...] > read more
Volusia County Fitness Festival 2012
Published on 2012-05-22 19:57:32
A few months ago, my little mushroom attended this year’s Volusia County Fitness Festival held at Seabreeze High School in Daytona Beach. Hundreds of students from all elementary schools in Volusia County graced the said event. The results were not available on the same day, so we waited for this day to arrive. My little [...] > read more
Family Tae Kwon Tournament in Melbourne, Florida
Published on 2012-05-19 21:13:40
My little mushroom participated in the Family Tae Kwon Do Tournament in Melbourne, Florida. She bagged three trophies in her division – Advanced 9-11 years old - 1st place for form, 3rd place for board breaking and 3rd place for point sparring. Here is a video of one of her point sparring match. She is wearing the white gi. > read more
Not Good!
Published on 2012-05-16 20:25:23
Frustrated and infuriated – this is what I feel this very moment. After accessing, my health insurance online account, I found out that a certain medical claim was not approved by the insurance company. It had something to do with a medical service – just a regular annual exam – done last April 14, 2012 [...] > read more
A Special Day for Mothers
Published on 2012-05-13 14:00:45
Just like the past Mother’s Days, my little mushroom did not fail me. When I get up from bed at around noontime, a surprised breakfast awaited me in our dinette area. I was really touched and asked her (again) – Are you really my daughter? You are sooo sweet to be my daughter. She just [...] > read more
Supermoon!
Published on 2012-05-05 20:55:40
While driving home this evening, I noticed the biggest and brightest moon that I have seen so far. I realized, it is the Supermoon! Of course, I would not missed taking a snap shot of it for this blog. The skyline in Ormond Beach is plain. No high-rise structures. No mountains. > read more
Friday Freebies: Design Glassware by Mont-Bleu
Published on 2012-05-03 23:01:37
I finally received the package from Design Glassware by Mont-Bleu! I was getting frustrated there for while until I realized that, the package shipped all the way from Europe, particularly from Czech Republic. Do you know why I am so anxious? Well, this is my first time to see a glass nail file and a [...] > read more
Accidental Bangs!
Published on 2012-05-03 18:36:18
Being a mom to a tween has its own challenges. This is the phase wherein a child is torn between being a kid and being a teen-ager. No wonder, the little mushroom and I are not “connecting” in some ways. Suddenly, I become the old-school and the cheapo mom. Not that there is something wrong [...] > read more
The Good & Bad About Credits
Published on 2012-05-01 18:18:01
The thought of having a monetary debt gives me insecurities and uncertainties. Indeed, it is a temporary aid in times of financial difficulties. Actually, I am describing what I used to feel when I was still residing in the Philippines, wherein bank credits are not readily available to the masses. Qualification only goes to people [...] > read more
A Daily Heavy Burden
Published on 2012-04-30 22:06:59
Whenever I see the little mushroom with her bulky back-pack, I feel bad. It is so heavy that even I could not carry it with me the whole day. I am hoping that next school year; her class will be the fortunate recipient of iPads distributed by the district. It will surely lessen the burden [...] > read more
Changing to Law Careers
Published on 2012-04-29 23:30:26
If you are in the market for a new job, you may notice that most of the vacancies posted in job boards are that of medical and health related. This industry is proven to be recession-proof. People get old. People get sick. People spend money to feel better. For people who can not take the [...] > read more
A Double-Yolked Egg
Published on 2012-04-29 12:00:24
It was eerie to see a double-yolked egg when I was cooking breakfast today. According to my Filipino supertitious belief, it can mean an impending bad luck to a family. I hope not….. Per scientific explanation, it means that there is a rapid ovulation wherein one yolk is “lost” and is joined by the next yolk. This [...] > read more
A Breakfast Fit for a Knight
Published on 2012-04-28 13:10:45
In almost six years of being married to the knight, I can count the times that I cook for his breakfast. Today is probably the 3rd time I prepared one for him. You must be thinking how uncaring wife I am. Well, there is a reason for that. The knight does not eat breakfast. Though [...] > read more
Search Engine Optimization for Auto Dealers
Published on 2012-04-27 18:13:44
There is no denying that, a business without its presence in the World Wide Web is useless. Every business is trying to outshine its competitors, to be at the head of the game. One way of accomplishing this goal is by online media marketing. In order to effectively penetrate the online market, a business must [...] > read more
A Book Review : Nickels, A Tale of Disassociation
Published on 2012-04-24 19:02:04
I was one of the ten fortunate bloggers who was given an opportunity to review the new book “Nickels, A Tale of Disassociation” by author Christine Stark. At first glance, when I received the book in the mail, I thought that, it is a reading material suited for young readers. Even before I flipped through [...] > read more
Save the Planet, Lesser Utility Bills
Published on 2012-04-22 14:49:03
A while ago, I watched a re-run episode of the show called Yard Crashers at the HGTV Channel. It was the episode wherein one lucky shopper at a certain big box home-improvement store in Las Vegas won an eco-friendly outdoor kitchen showcase. Aside from the breath-taking lounge area and the huge outdoor kitchen with a [...] > read more
Diamond Jewelry For Mother’s Day
Published on 2012-04-19 19:18:14
These past few days, retail advertisements are starting to peak up, highlighting gifts and goodies for the highly-awaited day of mommies – Mother’s Day! It is yet another commercialized, but fun-filled celebration. This is also a day, among the many, wherein mommies expect to receive a gift from the daddies (and the children). Here is [...] > read more
Whitney Farms® All Organic Plant Foods and Soils
Published on 2012-04-19 16:00:42
This post brought to you by Whitney Farms. All opinions are 100% mine. Don’t hate when you see my front flower garden. I know, it is awful and lacks the vibrant colors that it needs for spring. All I have in my itty-bitty garden are the ornamental non-flowering plants that scream “I-need-fertilizer” and the faded [...] > read more
The EXPLORE® test scores are in!
Published on 2012-04-19 15:37:33
Students from 4th to 6th grade take the EXPLORE® as an above-level test to determine their aptitude, as demonstrated by the type of skills and knowledge. In order to qualify, a student must be in the gifted program and/or has at least one score in the 95th percentile and above on a core subject of [...] > read more
New or Used Car?
Published on 2012-04-17 22:57:14
These past few weeks have been exciting at the same time crazy-scary for me. First, I enrolled in an in-car driving lessons with an accredited driving school in Volusia County. I did it sporadically, which I do not recommend, over three Sundays at 2-hour per session. You may think that I must have my Class [...] > read more
Lowe’s Ormond Beach Open House
Published on 2012-04-17 16:59:16
While shopping at Lowe’s, I saw this flyer advertising their upcoming Open House on May 11, 2012. I just want to share this, in case, you live in the neighborhood and you are in the market of renovating or buying your new kitchen. > read more
Sweepstakes: HGTV Green Home Giveaway 2012
Published on 2012-04-15 22:38:59
After the recently concluded HGTV Dream Home giveaway, this television company is now running its HGTV Green Home 2012 Giveaway. An eco-friendly home constructed in Atlanta, Georgia will be given to the lucky winner. To make it even better, a 2012 GMC® Terrain® and $100,000.00 complete the prize package. If you are like me, trying [...] > read more
Fox 35′s Cool School of the Week : Pine Trail Elementary
Published on 2012-04-11 20:02:13
Congrats,PTE! Cool School Pine Trail Elementary : MyFoxORLANDO.com > read more
A Change In Satellite TV Provider
Published on 2012-04-11 19:34:04
I am not a happy camper right now. For a reason unknown to me, my existing satellite TV provider stamped out a number of channels in my regular programming over the Easter weekend. I thought, it was only a temporary change in observance of the holy week. But last night when I was about to [...] > read more
Ben & Jerry’s Homemade Ice Cream
Published on 2012-04-06 22:58:31
www.southernsavers.com “Business has a responsibility to give back to the community.” This statement summarizes what then a small-scale ice cream company, Ben & Jerry’s, stands for. This is a company founded in 1978 by two childhood friends in Vermont, Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield, whose personalities blend perfectly. It is an institution built in good [...] > read more
PhilFest 2012 in Tampa, Florida
Published on 2012-04-01 22:47:10
Relax
Published on 2012-03-31 20:02:54
Guest post of the week by Deangelo Spencer Can someone please teach me how to relax? I try to sit down with a good book; I try to do yoga; I even tried to drink tea and meditate, but I just can’t do it. I have to have something to do at all times. My [...] > read more
Joining the Lotto Mania!
Published on 2012-03-30 22:16:14
More than half a billion dollars at stake is enough to convince me to join the lotto mania. After work, I went to the nearest jiffy station to buy a few tickets (20 bucks worth). Unfortunately, the $640 million Mega Millions is not available in the state of Florida, so I settled with the Florida [...] > read more
Yard Arbors For Our Gardens
Published on 2012-03-28 18:28:28
Spring is here! Aside from cleaning out our winter clothes from our closers, it is now time to spruce up and redecorate our yards and gardens. The retailers, both online and the big-box stores, have started advertising and selling garden and yard essentials like flowering plants, garden arbors, pergolas, patio furniture and others. Of course, [...] > read more
Review : Tofu Rice Bowl of Moe’s Southwest Grill
Published on 2012-03-25 10:25:38
Are you hungry now? Do you want to feed the Moement? I do! I am a frequent diner at Moe’s Southwest Grill in Ormond Beach. Whenever I go, I order one same thing – the tofu rice bowl. It is a vegetarian option served with seasoned rice, black beans, organic tofu, grilled mushroom and onions, [...] > read more
Getting Ahead of Our Financial Woes
Published on 2012-03-23 19:17:07
I sometimes wonder if I correctly choose the term “laid-back” for the title of this blog. Life in Ormond Beach is insanely laid-back if compared to New York or any other big cities in the country. But from what I experienced, life here is definitely running in a fast pace, especially for working moms like [...] > read more
Review: BJ Restaurant in Daytona Beach
Published on 2012-03-21 23:14:02
BJ Restaurant is one of our family’s favorite dining places within the Daytona Beach area. Aside from their wide choices of food and beverages, we like the quick service from the staff and the hip-and-lively ambiance. Be forewarned though, the waiting line can be long, especially during dinner service. But if you are looking for [...] > read more
Straight A’s Again!
Published on 2012-03-20 18:51:17
Congrats to our little mushroom! She did it again – all A’s for the third grading period. Thank you for being a good student. Keep it up! > read more
Finding the Right Home and Movers
Published on 2012-03-17 12:58:26
It is that time of the night when I have an hour (or so) to spend surfing the Internet, reading informational websites. I read different topics from my friends’personal blogs to government websites. But tonight, my interest is locked in homes, beautiful homes for sale. Though we already found our own beautiful home, I do still [...] > read more
Review: Lunch at IHOP in Ormond Beach
Published on 2012-03-16 17:26:42
After a hot and humid morning at the Volusia Fitness Festival held at Seabreeze High School, the little mushroom and I went to IHOP in Ormond Beach to fill a hole in our stomach. Though the breakfast menu is tempting, the little mushroom settled for a turkey club sandwich, while I had the soup of [...] > read more
My Typical Sunday Morning
Published on 2012-03-11 15:09:07
A typical Sunday morning for me is spent doing the laundry. I do our laundry only once a week. I used to do it every two days, but it stopped since I started working. I thought, I could do it; but at the end of each week day, all I want is to rest after feeding [...] > read more
PhilFest 2012 in Tampa, Florida
Published on 2012-03-08 21:46:18
Filipinos in Florida need to rejoice. There is no need to spend so much money for passport renewal, dual citizenship application or any services offered by the Philippine Embassy in Washington D.C. By end of this month, the embassy will have its Consular Outreach in Tampa, Florida. The said Consulate-on-Wheels is part of the annual PhilFest 2012 event. Do note though [...] > read more
Stinky Boiled Eggs
Published on 2012-03-01 22:31:14
Who likes boiled eggs more than anybody in our household? It is no other than the little mushroom herself! As stinky as it may be, for some reason, the little mushroom loves it. It is packed with protein and easy to cook. I definitely take this to my advantage too. Whenever I get too lazy [...] > read more
This Is How It All Began
Published on 2012-02-28 19:29:08
The past weekend had been pretty busy for the little mushroom. She participated in her 8th tournament. Fortunately, it was organized by her tae kwon-do school, so traveling to another city was eliminated from her to-do list. Just like the usual, martial arts schools from neighboring and far-flung cities graced the said event. The little mushroom [...] > read more
The Options are Endless
Published on 2012-02-26 23:22:20
Contributed by Alec Bates When a friend told me about a television program I had never heard about, I was a bit surprised. I watch so much television that, even though I can not and do not watch everything that airs, I have at least heard of the shows. Turns out it was because her [...] > read more
Chocolates and Candies, A Gift Solution
Published on 2012-02-20 08:12:32
Candies and sweets take a permanent place in my grocery list. Though I eliminated sweets in my diet, it still remains as a must-have in my kitchen. Whenever the knight and the little mushroom need a sweet fix, they turn into my bowl of sweets. Also, it serves as a nice décor on top of [...] > read more
A Review : Asian Sauce Box Restaurant at The Pavilion, Port Orange
Published on 2012-02-12 21:33:42
So far, this is the best Chinese restaurant that we ever dined in within the area. Though a little bit farther and pricier than the typical Chinese buffet restos in Ormond Beach and Daytona Beach, it is worth the travel. The ambiance is great, and the place is clean. Besides, it is located at The Pavilion in [...] > read more
Clipix : All Our Favorite Websites In One Website
Published on 2012-02-10 16:01:40
For people who take advantage of the convenience that the Internet brings, we need an online tool that helps in organizing and remembering the many useful and entertaining websites that we frequently visit. With one username and password, we can access our favorite websites in one window. With just a click of an icon, we [...] > read more
Simple is more!
Published on 2012-02-07 18:50:56
Sautéed eggplant and mushroom with soy sauce is my comfort food. It is very simple with only three main ingredients, but has it more taste than I could ever imagine. Whenever I crave for red meat, I turn to mushrooms to fill me up. I know, the texture is not the same. But so far, [...] > read more
Walgreens Prescription Savings Club
Published on 2012-02-07 15:00:44
This post brought to you by Walgreens. All opinions are 100% mine. In response to Express Script’s decision of deleting Walgreens from its pharmacy network, the prominent pharmacy counteracted this by launching its Prescription Savings Club at Walgreens. For an annual membership fee, we can access to discounted retail prices to more than 8,000 brand [...] > read more
Glade® Expressions™ : The Welcoming Scent of Home
Published on 2012-02-07 03:02:00
This post brought to you by Triad Retail Media. All opinions are 100% mine. After a tiring day from work, I look forward to coming home and relax. Set my mind empty and worry-free. Whenever I am in this mood, I usually light a scented candle. It helps in setting the ambiance. Although my loyalty [...] > read more
Nopalea : Promoting Optimal Health
Published on 2012-02-05 14:18:04
All natural green apple juice Today marks the 20th day since I deleted red meat, coffee and any sugar-sweetened drinks in my diet. The first ten days were spent inducing nothing but only fresh fruits and vegetables in a juice form. During the first two days, I thought that I would faint from starvation. But I [...] > read more
Gone with the Old, Go with the New!
Published on 2012-02-04 15:51:26
Whenever I get my water bill in the mail, I cringe seeing the amount. It is roughly 40 bucks more than the bill in our old address. The thing is – I do not see any major changes in our water usage at all. I checked the installed shower heads, it is not the eco-friendly type. It is [...] > read more
Kitchen Organization Solution : Enclume Pot Racks
Published on 2012-02-02 22:14:32
I am an avid fan of home organizational and storage solutions. I can spend hours in the home or kitchen section of a department store without any complains. As I probably mentioned in one of my previous posts, I am still in the process of beautifying our home, which obviously takes forever. I am gearing towards having [...] > read more
Third-Party Fulfillment Services Companies
Published on 2012-01-28 22:25:58
Business competition nowadays is getting tougher and steeper than the past years. Companies are finding ways to lessen cost without sacrificing their supply chain efficiency and the quality of products that they offer. With the many complexities of running a business, some proprietors lean towards third-party fulfillment services companies, like AMS Fulfillment. Services open for outsourcing range from warehousing, [...] > read more
My Little Mushroom’s Short Story : The Journey
Published on 2012-01-28 10:29:19
Here is the second story contributed by a guest writer, my 10-y.o little mushroom. It is a brilliant concoction of her imaginative and witty mind. You will find incorrect grammar and spelling, as this story is copied ”as is” from her file. Please bear with her. Her writing skills is still a work in progress. ****************************************************************************** THE JOURNEY Day 1 [...] > read more
Loving Loft
Published on 2011-06-30 16:45:40
I got 2 pairs of dress pants for less than 8 bucks from Ann Taylor Loft! Loving it! If you are a Loft die-hard, do not forget to visit their boutique at the Trails Shopping Plaza. This store runs some good deals once in a while. > read more
Men & Cars
Published on 2011-06-28 16:59:12
What’s up with men and cars? I got a tiny space for my laundry detergent and my fabric conditioner. While the knight’s car cleaning stuff dominated the storage shelf. On top of that – he spends about 3 to 4 hours detailing his car > read more
The Best Ginger Salad Dressing
Published on 2011-06-26 12:48:07
Finally, the knight’s search for the best ginger salad dressing is over! It it the Makoto Ginger Dressing. It is all natural ginger, just like what you get from the table of the best Japanese restos in town. It is a bit pricey than the most wel > read more
June 21, The Start of Summer 2011
Published on 2011-06-21 11:22:32
Today, June 21st marks the summer solstice and the longest day of the year. It officially starts the summer season. In my household, it signals the end of shopping for summer must-haves for our little mushroom. Actually, it ended months ago for me. I > read more
A Taste of Living A LivingSocial.Com Life!
Published on 2011-06-17 21:52:30
It’s a mother-daughter bonding time! The little mushroom and I watched the Judy Moody & the Not Bummer Summer movie at Regal Cinema theater three hours ago. Thanks to LivingSocial.Com, I was able to get 2 tickets for the price of 1. Sweet, > read more
Going Walgreens Brand Health & Wellness Products For My OTC Medication
Published on 2011-06-14 22:01:12
This post brought to you by Walgreens. All opinions are 100% mine. I woke up feeling a little bit dizzy this morning. My sinusitis is acting up again. What a bad way to start my Saturday morning, right? Fortunately, I have a nasal decongestant, Walgr > read more
US Immigration-Related Page No More!
Published on 2011-06-11 20:52:00
I finally decided to close the door of the US immigration-related page of this blog. It has been a while since I had done my immigration journey, and I am having a difficult time keeping up with the new immigration policies and procedures. Ample time > read more
Polaroid Eyewear Design Contest
Published on 2011-06-09 20:12:49
Are you into designing eyewear products, but have no means of globally launching a spectacular collection? Are you a design school student who aspires to be heard and be known in a dog-eats-dog industry you desire to belong in the future? Are you > read more
The Little Mushroom’s Final Grades Are In!
Published on 2011-06-06 21:12:12
She is indeed her mother’s daughter! What can I say…all A’s from the first quarter up to the end of her 3rd grade school year. Okay, okay, I admit – she is way better than me. In Volusia County School District, the honor roll recognition > read more
Which is which?
Published on 2011-05-24 18:05:25
Murroon, Moron or maroon? BTW, this is a real car tag that the knight got we he bought his Talon years ago. > read more
My Worst Week-ender So Far
Published on 2011-05-19 23:51:41
It’s Friday! I gratefully completed my 40-hour work week, and excitedly met the knight outside the building. It’s time to relax and unwind. I was famished, but cooking was the last thing on my to-do list. So, the knight and I thought of h > read more
A New Cool Resto : Montovani Restaurant
Published on 2011-05-11 10:17:40
A quaint little Italian restaurant situated at the corner of River Drive and Ocean Shore Blvd. An ambiance that matches that of a small-town feel. An array of sumptuous food prepared with a home-cook style. A smiling and all-pleasant staff, including > read more
Happy Mother’s Day!
Published on 2011-05-07 11:34:08
Motherhood is a huge responsibility to take. You will never be ready until you get there. It is 24-7 job with no monetary compensation, but tons of mutually-given affection and care. It is the most rewarding task that any woman can experience. On the > read more
Bargain Hunting For the Day: Microsoft YMC-00001 Wireless Digital Media Keyboard 3000
Published on 2011-04-27 20:47:04
Eight straight hours a day, I type. One hour each night, I type. No wonder my palm and wrists are starting to hurt. Could this be a symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome? I hope not! To avoid experiencing this agonizing pain, I searched for a palm > read more
Our Little Mushroom & Her Cool-looking Glasses
Published on 2011-04-13 20:44:55
Last month, our little mushroom had her annual eye check-up. As you know, it a must for people who already have eyesight issues. It is during this exam that the optometrist will determine whether to change the magnification of the lenses or not. Afte > read more
Event : Relay for Life of Ormond Beach
Published on 2011-04-10 11:29:27
The American Cancer Society will hold its Relay for Life of Ormond Beach on June 4-5, 2011. The events includes the the famous Survivor Lap, which will begin at 12:30pm on June 4, 2011. Visit their website for more details www.relayforlife.org/ormond > read more
PhilFest 2011 in Tampa, Florida (April 8-10, 2011)
Published on 2011-04-09 20:49:04
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Made in the USA
Published on 2011-04-02 10:29:28
Wired magazine, along with Smart Money, has been my sleeping pill at night. I ditched the novels and pocketbooks a long time ago. Whenever I need to sleep but still feels so much awake, reading an article is my trick. Most of the times, it gets so in > read more
My Little Mushroom Does Not Like Mushrooms!
Published on 2011-03-24 01:10:58
One of my frustrations as a parent is getting my little mushroom to like vegetables. The only veggie she eats is raw baby carrots. How I wish she likes the green superfood as much as she adores the Veggietales cartoon show. I try to be tough and impo > read more
The First Day of Spring
Published on 2011-03-22 09:00:55
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Pier 1 for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. It is officially the first day of spring! It is a start of a new season, a new set of scenery, and a new set of blooms. What is a better way than > read more
Weekend at the Mall
Published on 2011-03-06 11:30:21
Look what I bought today? The book – How to Win Friends & Influence People! I was a bit disappointed though. I did not come home with the digicam that I hoped to buy – Nikon Coolpix P100. Best Buy no longer have it. On a brighter > read more
Beating Around The Bush
Published on 2011-03-04 23:22:54
This is probably one trait that I am not keen of. Based on my observation, I see this common in Filipinos. I do not get it. I take things at its face value. No sugarcoating. No flowery words. I do not assume – read the first 3 letters of this > read more
Last Call…IRS 1040X for Tax Year 2007!!
Published on 2011-03-02 00:21:39
Thankfully my dollar angel reminded me to file our amendment for tax year 2007 today! Since IRS allows to amend tax returns within 3 years after the date of submission of the original returns, I almost did not make it to the deadline. In this case, i > read more
The Results Are Out! Xavier University, 2nd Top Performing School
Published on 2011-02-21 00:17:08
Congrats to my fellow Ateneans for bagging the 2nd top performing school during the Philippine Nurse Licensure Examination held last December 2010! As usual, XU never fails to make its alumni high and proud. From Ormond Beach to XU Campus ̵ > read more
XU Hear My Request, Please.
Published on 2011-02-18 13:22:02
Forgive me. I have been slacking lately. There is really no excuse, but for what it is worth – it had been a really crazy 2 weeks for me. I finally took a step in fulfilling one goal – to earn my masters in a US-based institution. I submitted my > read more
The Accidental Artist
Published on 2011-02-07 18:44:00
The accidental artist – these are the words that came from our little mushroom’s mouth when she got the news from her art teacher that one of her artwork, the Native American Sandpaper Picture, in class was chosen to be a part of an art exhibit > read more
Lesson Learned : Say No To ACH Direct Debit Transfers
Published on 2011-02-05 00:56:11
It is 1:56am, and I am still wide awake. I just got done formulating my dispute letter with a financial institution for a long-standing issue, which I thought, was settled already. As you read in my entry title, it is about ACH debit transfers or in > read more
Who says that air is free?
Published on 2011-02-01 21:36:18
Apparently, not anymore! I wonder, what’s next….. > read more
Itty-bitty Teal Car
Published on 2011-01-29 21:15:32
I can’t let it pass - sharing this picture of a itty-bitty teal car parked in one of the stores (forgot the name) somewhere along International Speedway Blvd in Daytona Beach. It’s probably one of those marketing vehicles… but h > read more
Eccentric Restaurant Decor
Published on 2011-01-25 22:16:50
Enticing? I do not know for you, but apparently, this wall decor does not bother me. Dining in this English traditional resto in St. Augustine proved to be a great experience. A treasure found in sea of tourists along the old city main street. > read more
Purdy Coffee!
Published on 2011-01-20 06:08:16
Who has a new look? My fave $1.49 coffee in a jiffy! Love the new color! > read more
New Zodiac Signs in 2011
Published on 2011-01-15 23:39:58
Who among you care about their Zodiac sign? I don’t, but I just want share to you the new Zodiac signs in 2011, if the change will be realized. Here are the new zodiac signs: Capricorn January 20- to February 16 Aquarius February 16 to March 11 > read more
Something Spicy-Hot, Something Tasty!
Published on 2011-01-15 18:00:45
This post brought to you by TABASCO® Original Red. All opinions are 100% mine. As mentioned in one of my posts, I am a self-proclaimed advocate of generic or store brands. However, there is an exemption to this. There are products that I am loyal to > read more
Atenista Ako!
Published on 2011-01-12 00:32:45
My dear alma mater, Xavier University-Ateneo de Cagayan… > read more
Big Sale at Ann Taylor Loft
Published on 2011-01-05 20:55:31
Calling all ladies, who love the Ann Taylor fashion – the Loft boutique in Ormond Beach is currently having a big sale. The discount ranges from 30-60% off the retail price for selected items. Just today, I got 2 pairs of comfy boyfriend pants for > read more
Generic Vs. Branded Infant Formula
Published on 2011-01-05 18:00:57
This post brought to you by PBM Products. All opinions are 100% mine. Whenever I hit the grocery store, I see to it that I go home smiling. When do I smile? Of course, whenever I get a bang for my buck. Seeing “Buy 1-Get 1” stickers feels like he > read more
Merriment For Less
Published on 2011-01-03 23:24:15
While browsing my Facebook tonight, I saw some pictures posted by my dear sister of our neighborhood’s holiday party in the Philippines. This is where I grew up and dreamt. It is the same as a “block party” in the US, but with a > read more
A Fruitful New Year to All!
Published on 2010-12-31 23:01:06
What you are seeing in this picture is the table center-piece in a typical Filipino New Year’s Eve family dinner celebration. The fruitbowl comprises of round fruits. The shape round or circle signifies money and good luck. Disregard the ban > read more
Blockbuster, Amazon Movie on Demand, RedBox and Finally, NetFlix!
Published on 2010-12-31 15:09:20
When it comes to killing spare time, the knight turns to his plasma TV for comfort. The 120+ channels available with our Dish Satellite Network subscription does not suffice his thirst for quality entertainment. In search for a good, and reasonably p > read more