tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-227519788451228582024-02-23T05:48:12.950+08:00Me, the islands and the worldMariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.comBlogger1292125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-90031374141075114862013-10-23T23:26:00.003+08:002013-10-23T23:35:08.428+08:00Back to Blogspot<br />
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<span id="yui_3_13_0_rc_1_1_1382541804187_3405" style="font-family: Century, serif; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">For almost two months my
blog could not publish into the cyberworld. It has somehow stop
publishing after my attempts in renewing my blog with blogger went
kaput. The difficulty in accessing help from blogger also exacerbated my
problem. So, after worrying
so much about it, I have decided to just get back to being blogspot
while trying to figure out how to get back to my custom domain. So, here
I am publishing in blogspot. </span></span><br />
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<br />Without my blog, I missed
a lot of things to say. I missed talking about Megan Young’s Miss World
2013 coronation. I missed yakking about the US government shutdown
that had me wondering how come the super powerful country has got into
such situation
(has common sense gone unknown?). I missed saying my piece about the
Zamboanga siege (selfishness and greed were big contributors to such
unfortunate situation). I just missed talking about whatever considering
my blog always helped me in putting my thoughts
together. Never thought that I could miss blogging until I lost my blog
temporarily.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span id="yui_3_13_0_rc_1_1_1382541804187_3405" style="font-size: small;"><br />The problem started when I
started renewing my domain blog with blogger by paying thru credit
card. When the inability to pay thru credit card started a few weeks
prior expiration date, I was traveling abroad. Whenever time and
connection allowed, I checked
on my blog and the thought that I would be having problems with the
renewal never occurred to me considering that it has been an annual
activity for some years ago. Compliance is the culprit. Well, I still
have other blogs that I need to get back to but sentimental
value sometimes could get a better hold considering what I missed was my
first and only custom domain. Praying that I could get it back soon
enough. </span></span></div>
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</span>Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-37179710722962242532013-08-29T08:14:00.000+08:002013-08-29T08:14:05.507+08:00Four Ways to Get Closer With Your Extended Family<b id="docs-internal-guid-768e046f-c76b-e63b-890a-15f1679b1543" style="font-weight: normal;"></b><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">With many family members taking to Facebook these days, it can be easy to avoid making an effort with them offline too. Birthday greetings can be sent in a matter of seconds, and you don’t even need to speak to them about their latest holiday as you can simply look at the photo album they publish. There is something both simple and wonderful about having a proper (verbal) conversation with someone, so I’d suggest getting yourself off the computer and putting yourself back in front of your family members to really get to know them.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">I decided to do the same this year when my nieces and nephews started to share important news saying they were going to be getting married or having a baby - I didn’t want to miss out on these celebrations so I’ve really put the effort in and everyone has been thankful for it. If you are looking to do the same, here are four ideas about how you could go about it...</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Family reunion</span></div>
<br /><span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.1500000000000001; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The first place many people will start is to organise a family reunion. Depending on how large your family is, you could either have this at someone’s house or garden, or even hire the local community centre for the evening. Logistically, you’ll want to choose a day or evening that most people are likely to be free on - Saturday is often the top choice so people can recover the next day if they have a few too many glasses of wine. Give people enough notice of the reunion date, especially if they are travelling from further afield.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Regular phone calls</span></div>
<br /><span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.1500000000000001; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you call a member of your family and they are genuinely shocked to hear from you, there is a good chance that they think that you don’t ring them enough. Of course, it is a two way street so they could have made the first move too. However some people are unable to afford expensive phone bills so if you can then it only makes sense for you to call them; try and make it a regular event.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">We now have a family piggy bank where we all try to put in a few pounds every week so we can enjoy celebrations and days out together. Usually I’ll take a small portion of my salary but other times I’ve been able to put in a bit more, like when I </span><a href="http://www.musicmagpie.co.uk/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">sold some DVDs online</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. This year we’re having a big family Christmas so our savings will be going towards food, decorations and wine.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Go abroad</span></div>
<br /><span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Finally, why not get your family together and have a lovely summer holiday abroad? We’re planning to do this next year as we’ve found a beautiful villa in France that has lots of bedrooms and even a swimming pool. We’ll be able to enjoy barbecues on the terrace, and there will be plenty of opportunities to take some photographs for future generations to look at.</span></b>Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-65329391299026474282013-08-10T23:00:00.000+08:002013-08-14T23:01:19.271+08:00The 2013 Kadayawan Festival Is On!After some nailbiting days agonizing if it is really wise to continue with the 2013 Kadayawan celebration, Mayor Rodrigo Duterte finally gave the go signal.
The crowd went silent when he did the speech. For some (like me and most photographer-hobbyists), we listened as we held our breath. For sure the threat was and still is real just even for the mere fact that the security during the Panagtagbo (Kadayawan opening ceremonies) was really tight. But like a worried father relenting to his offspring’s wishes he said yes but with added strict precautions and security personnel protecting the city and its constituents. Several days into the celebration, military presence is already everywhere. The people feel safer, for sure. And with God’s graces, the Kadayawan celebration this year is going to be one successful one as what were then the past years.
Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-87725738966641732013-08-01T23:09:00.000+08:002013-08-14T23:10:13.111+08:00Gotta Have Those Filters And A New Sturdier TripodAugust has a lot of holidays that me and my photographer-friends are planning to do some landscape photoshoots. Am all for it even if the early wake-up calls are killing me. They are the least of my worries, actually.<br />
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What I am worrying about most are two things. One is that my tripod which is relatively new seems not sturdy enough to stand against the rocks, waves and what-have-yous that we are going to encounter in some coastal shoots. The first time it was tested, it stood well but standing beside the tripods of my friends, it looked malnourished. It may have been wrong for me to assume when I bought it that I would just be using it in sturdy ground without waves and rocks and such. As our landscape photography-teacher said, a sturdy and reliable tripod is a basic necessity if you want to shoot really good landscape photographs.<br />
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The other one, I thought I did not the filters. Mind changed. In an instant. After seeing their fantastic use during our landscape photography class. But this girl is running out of the budget already..oh what to do! Tic tac..tic tac..I might need another income to finance my getting-to-be-more-expensive hobby sooner than I think.
Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-12397697413998110022013-07-21T23:13:00.001+08:002013-07-21T23:18:06.602+08:00Going SomewhereThe traveling bug was caught from my father and he was the one that encouraged us all to go outside our world, explore what is out there and get some adventures. He worked as a professional driver and he was the first one to go and work overseas in several countries. Whenever he returned, he had a lot of travel stories to tell. The ones that stayed with me were the ones he had during the first Gulf War. He drove trucks and trailers for hundred of miles, met a lot of people like the <a href="http://www.natural-resource.org/the-basics-on-why-alcohol-cannot-serve-as-a-substitute-for-gasoline/">Stevens Transport</a> and learned a lot about life because of these travels. For him, his job was a big part of his life and this was why he appreciates meeting people like <a href="http://thetechscoop.net/2013/05/25/tech-savvy-trucks/">Stevens Transport</a>. For him, to do his job well was not only to do his job conscientiously but also to improve himself through learning from the people he met in his travels.<br />
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On the other hand, traveling beckons to me again this year. It always does. This is why I try to travel whenever time and money allow.<br />
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With still more than a month of waiting, travel plans are being finalized. Actually, all that is to be done is to finalize our hotel bookings and we are all good to go. A friend is still having second thoughts but with or without her, the travel itinerary is already laid out.<br />
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We are also having talks for our next year travels. Initially, my friends and me are going on an international tour. The trip could take about almost a month to complete. Another planned trip is going to be a local tour that might last for a day or two preferably, just for a weekend.<br />
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For next year’s travels, initial researches are already being done. Several options such as <a href="http://www.thegadgetsblog.com/top-speakers-for-your-new-ride/">www.stevenstransport.com</a> are being considered. Of course, money is a big consideration for all but it does not hurt to dream and to look forward to something other than just work the daily grind without going somewhere.Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-62465664862043773602013-07-21T23:04:00.003+08:002013-07-21T23:04:40.385+08:00And We Got The Budget
Finally, after a very long wait and a lot of pulling strings, our budget for the laptop replacement has finally been approved. With the approved budget, we are now tasked to find a suitable replacement and since no one in our division has the expertise to do such thing, the tasked was given to me in default.
Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-81468021056627441092013-07-16T22:02:00.000+08:002013-07-16T22:07:40.761+08:00Buy an Elegant Rolex Cellini Replica to Show Personal Taste<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Beyond all question, one of the most elegant and noble watches does include the Rolex Cellini whose creation pays homage to a sculptor and goldsmith during The Renaissance, Benvenuto Cellini. The traditional horological technology is perfectly combined with the rigorous craftsmanship, making each and every Swiss Rolex Cellini watch not only great-looking but also highly dependable. This luxury watch considered as a romantic and charming accessory is one of the most ideal gifts to your favorite person. What you should do is to make up your mind to buy a Rolex Cellini watch to the one you love.<br />
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<a href="http://www.uywatches.com/rolex-cellini-swiss-replica-cb639.html">Rolex cellini replica</a> is recommended. It’s true that replica designer watches have already been in hot demand in today’s world and the main reason consists in their affordable prices. You should instantly seek out the replica Rolex Cellini watch online and decisively spend money in getting it; the sooner the better.Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-32102375655683196212013-07-15T23:12:00.001+08:002013-07-15T23:12:28.638+08:00Cory's Gone<br />
A Facebook post last Sunday stopped me from what I was doing. It
said about Glee's Cory Monteith's untimely death. He was found in a
hotel room. The first thought for me was, "What a pity! What a waste!".
He was such a handsome and talented guy. <br />
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Musicals never fail to amaze me. Amazed how those talented people could
actually sing and dance at the same time. Musicals on TV can be strange
for me though because probably, I got used to seeing them in movies and mostly, the present TV musicals could get long winding and then it becomes boring. However, when I saw Glee it was interesting and fast moving which is why the news of Cory Monteith's death for me was saddening. My prayers for his soul and his
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<br />Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-21599650174144478262013-07-08T23:17:00.003+08:002013-07-08T23:17:50.210+08:00Do Not Go Crazy With Candy CrushThat is what I have been telling myself since I have started playing Candy Crush Saga last two weeks ago on my Samsung tablet. Some friends are crazy over it. Crazy enough to buy additional lives. and crazy enough to buy bigger sized tablets instead of the small ones. I have been hearing the game usually downloaded on the androids a few months ago but for one who is not into computer games, it was just nothing. But curiosity kicked in so the Candy Crush app was used with the thought that the game will be played sparingly. Wrong. It has stopped me from blogging and has fringed on my reading time. Sometimes, I feel stupid playing it but it can really addicting. The concession is I only play it up to its 5 lives limit.<br />
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Anyway, the promise is to stay disciplined and just play up to its limit. And, the blogging should be restarted too.
Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-86683622935898762672013-06-11T00:31:00.000+08:002013-06-11T00:31:22.104+08:00More Branches For This YearFinally, we are branching out. After a lot of false starts, the people behind it are getting serious. We are opening two more branches initially and could add two more next year. For the sake of our loyal clients, am praying that the plans will push through notwithstanding the opposition from some employees.<br />
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The farther branch to be opened was supposed to be the first one to get occupied but the building owner was late in the installation of its final facilities. The next branch which is nearer from our current location is going to be opened next month. Floorings are almost done, glass installations are scheduled to be installed this week. Next week, carpets for the officers'offices are to be installed. <a href="http://cortersflooringmontoursville.com/">Tigressa carpets</a> were considered for their attractive colors and for their good worksmanship but nothing has been confirmed yet as all purchases for the new branches are subject to our Head Office's approval.<br />
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The officers are given the chance to choose their office's furnishings as long as it is within the allowed budget. If I shall be given the chance to choose my office's furnishings, I would probably go for the wood floorings and the private quarters furnished with the Tigressa carpets.Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-17628110642130790492013-06-10T23:49:00.001+08:002013-06-10T23:49:11.385+08:00ChangesThe coming weeks are promising to be challenging. Already, the pressure at work is getting more intense day by day. We are gearing towards faster services but I am not sure if we are better prepared for it. Assurances were made but apprehensions are still prevalent. Prayers are in order but nothing is sure. Personally, I only hope for the best.<br />
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Retirement is still too early for me but it is now starting to knock on my door. God has plans, I hope I shall have the strength and wisdom to accept them.Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-80139787014766112552013-05-17T22:48:00.000+08:002013-05-17T23:13:49.298+08:00Cookware, Wine Cellars & More<h1 dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-4acf8736-b2f0-e7fa-02da-e7943e739ebd" style="line-height: 1; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 24pt;">
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outfitting your home with top quality equipment designed to facilitate
premium food and beverage preparation it can be complicated – there are
so many choices it’s hard to know what’s right for you. Many folks swear
by </span><a href="http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/stylePage.asp?RN=400" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline;">induction compatible cookware</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"> while others must have cast iron or enamel clad cast iron; some folks
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is important to look at design and construction when selecting better
quality cookware. You will find that craftsmanship really does make a
difference. Handles should be securely attached to the pot or pan if
they are not cast as part of it; lids should have a snug fit and pans
should be flat and smooth to properly conduct heat. Fancy ornamentation
is pretty if you simply want to display your cookware, but it can be
awkward to work with and hard to clean – clean lines and smooth finishes
are more practical.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Wine
storage is another area where there are hundreds of options and you can
easily spend thousands of dollars and still not achieve a satisfactory
result. For most folks </span><a href="http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/product.asp?SKU=16092126" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline;">wine fridges</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">
beat cellars as a storage option – they are cost effective and take up
minimal space. The average wine refrigerator holds 12 or 24 bottles but
you will find some competitively priced models which hold as many as 48
bottles yet use a very small footprint. A wine chiller is another great
option when you have very limited space. </span>Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-75938908084010552522013-05-16T23:21:00.000+08:002013-05-17T23:23:54.684+08:00Always Read<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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I grew up seeing my father reading his newspapers every
morning while having breakfast. He even required all of us to read the
newspapers until it became a habit. I took to the habit without hassle because
I have always loved to read while my brother complained about it from to time.
To this day, reading newspaper is a daily habit that I have been trying to
instill to my nieces for years now. </div>
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Why read the paper when you have the TV, internet and radio?
Aside from the fact that I like the smell and feel of paper (like my dog,
Kibol, who would always love to roll over our used newspaper whenever he has
the chance), reading the papers actually improves your reading comprehension,
grammar and composition. The articles are easy to read so there would be no
need to look for the dictionary most of the time. They are simple and concise
because the rule of answering the what, where, when, who and how would always
be answered on the first paragraph. And of course, the daily paper carries a
variety of subjects and features that there are topics for just everyone. </div>
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Why am I babbling about reading the newspapers, you might
wonder. I just read a school-required paper done by a niece and an inspection
report done by a colleague. Both papers were done so badly with the latter just
a teeny-weeny better that I was tempted to redo them myself. Both are from the
generation of cellphones, facebook, computer games and the whole shebang of the
internet. I know that my niece prefers to do the malling and the most reading she
did outside from school was reading the text messages from her cellphone. Not
sure about the colleague but I suspect that reading is not a hobby of hers too.<br />
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When one reads, there is a certain way of difference one
writes or says. I could be wrong but one thing is for sure, reading helped me
tremendously not only<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>in school and at
work but it also helped a lot the way I look at things in life.</div>
Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-29217806665526996502013-05-09T23:20:00.004+08:002013-05-09T23:20:51.476+08:00How to Eat Healthily on Holiday in Italy<br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"></span><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Italy
is famous for its history, beautiful countryside and stunning
architecture, but one of the biggest reasons why millions of people
holiday there each year is because of the amazing foods and wine. If
you’ve ever experienced real Italian food, then you’ll know then there’s
a big difference to the way it is served outside of Italy, with
emphasis on grains, vegetables, olive oil and beans. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Furthermore,
the amount of red meat used in Italian cooking is limited, with the
majority of the ingredients coming from plants. It just goes to show how
healthy traditional Italian food really is, showing how easy it is to
stay in shape whilst travelling. Let’s take a look at how to eat healthy
in Italy on holiday. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Fast Food Joints</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">This
isn’t just a rule for holidaying in Italy, it’s a rule forever! There’s
nothing good or nutritional that comes from eating in fast food
establishments, and if you’ve been eating healthy for a number of weeks
prior to your holiday, then a Big Mac meal or some processed meat and
carbohydrates will certainly cause distress to your bowl movements. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Over
the last ten years, there have been a number of fast food chains that
have begun to spring up all over Italy, excluding the big dogs like
McDonalds, KFC and Pizza Hut. The continued commercialisation of Italy
will cause even more of these high calorie, high fat fast food chains to
open, meaning people might just turn to a quick burger in a time of
hunger need. However there’s nothing nutritional in these meals, and
you’ll be much better off spending the extra time finding a traditional
place to eat. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Restaurant Eating</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Italy
is the home of traditional cooking, but don’t be fooled into thinking
that every restaurant offers the same style, ingredients and favourite
traditional dishes. When it comes to tourism, the more successful
businesses are the ones who find and adapt to niches in the market, and
there’s always money to be made with western food!</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">If
you’re eating at a real traditional Italian restaurant, you should see
that the menu only offers the best local ingredients combined with
grains, vegetables, fruits and healthy fats – basically all the best
parts of the Mediterranean diet. As soon as you see that dreaded burger
on the menu, keep on walking! Instead of settling for an easy meal, why
not rent a car from </span><a href="http://www.autoeurope.com/go/car-rental/italy/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline;">Auto Europe</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"> and undertake your own traditional food road trip. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Processed Ingredients </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">If
you want to keep healthy on your holiday to Italy, then watching out
for processed ingredients is a must – even in supposedly ‘traditional’
places to eat. Cream based products really give the game away, as well
lots of menu dishes containing red or processed meat. Not only will
these dishes contain high amounts of calories, but they’ll also have
their fair share of saturated fats, meaning you’ll find it hard to keep
the weight off. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Limit Your Portions</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">There’s
nothing wrong with pasta, especially the way the Italians cook it.
However the Italians also love to feed, and their portions are
traditionally huge! That much pasta on a regular basis, no matter how
good it tastes, will be wasted carbohydrates, meaning it will just go
straight to your wasteline. </span></div>
Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-8416295507630564122013-05-09T23:19:00.000+08:002013-05-09T23:19:59.971+08:00Summer Is Almost OverYeap, summer's end is just around the corner and for those who are planning on a summer trip it is better to get planning and moving soon. Already, the rains are starting to come but the good thing is the rains come only in the late afternoons and/or early mornings.<br />
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On my part, I want to bring my mother on another trip but her schedules are always on the haywire. I could not risk buying plane tickets and booking hotel accommodations in some parts of the country and cancel them at the last minute. Not giving up yet though. As soon as she says "Go!", all systems are on fast forward. In the meantime, I am doing the kayak lesson for a day next week just to pass one weekend. Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-53861269198876214982013-04-25T23:08:00.002+08:002013-04-25T23:20:00.499+08:00It Should Have Been Las VegasA few years back, I went to US to visit some friends and relatives. I went state-hopping for almost a month and included in the itinerary was Las Vegas as one friend wanted to hit the casinos there. While she likes to hit the slot machines from time to time what she really wanted to do was watch the spectacular shows and to take photos of Las Vegas which is known for spectacular sights and sounds.<br />
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I traveled with two of my officemates and since we could not agree on what date to visit Las Vegas, we decided to buy the tickets on a later date. It was a wrong move. While we got busy visiting the sights of San Francisco, New York and and even some parts of Texas and South Carolina, we forgot to check the flight fares. When it was time to go to Las Vegas, the flight fares were not to our liking anymore that we had to give up our Las Vegas plans. Regrettably, some friends in Las Vegas have been waiting excitedly for our arrival but we could not afford to get there anymore.<br />
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Recently, a friend traveled to Las Vegas and posted some photos in Facebook. She had a grand time she said and her photos looked like it. Her photos and stories reminded me that I missed out on Las Vegas and the fun I could have had. If only we agreed earlier on what date to travel. In fact, if only we took priority on Las Vegas and adjusted our itinerary around it, it would have worked out. So, for the next US trip, I have been checking <a href="http://www.letsgo2.com/holidays/usa/las-vegas/default.aspx"> www.letsgo2.com</a> to make sure that Las Vegas is on the itinerary.Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-31942338580051107222013-04-12T22:41:00.004+08:002013-04-12T22:41:26.485+08:00Tips and advice to avoid getting sick in Bali<div dir="ltr" id="internal-source-marker_0.5096560680969355" style="line-height: 1.1500000000000001; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Bali
is a hugely popular tourist destination, due to the spectacular scenery
and year round sunshine. However, one thing which can potentially spoil
a holiday here is illness. As such, it's worth taking a few
precautions, so as to make sure that you have a truly enjoyable trip.
You should consult with your doctor at least a month before you intend
to leave, as you may need to get some of the following vaccinations;
tetanus, typhoid as well as hepatitis A and B.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Insect and wildlife-related health issues</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Dengue
fever is a type of virus which can be transmitted by a specific breed
of mosquitoes called Aedes that tend to bite most often during the
mornings and the afternoons. Symptoms include a rash, vomiting, nausea,
headaches, joint pains and muscle aches, as well as a high temperature.
Malaria can also be transmitted by a type of mosquito called Anopheles
that usually bite people after sunset. Luckily, Malaria is not very
common in </span><a href="http://www.cheapflights.com.au/flights-to-Bali/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline;">Bali</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">
however there is still a small risk that those who are bitten by this
type of mosquito will contract the disease. As such, make sure to bring
along mosquito nets which you can use around your hotel bed and
windows, as well as insect repellent. It's also advisable to talk to
your doctor a few weeks before you travel, to discuss whether or not you
should take anti-malaria medication.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Diet</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Digestive
and stomach problems such as diarrhoea and vomiting can be caused by
food poisoning, or the sudden changes to one's diet. You should not
drink the tap water in Bali; however, you can easily purchase bottled
water here and it is usually very cheap. Use cooled, boiled water to
brush your teeth too and try to avoid swallowing any water when
showering. However, ice in tourist-centric areas is usually safe to
consume.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">To
avoid getting traveller's diarrhoea, try not to consume drinks or food
sold by any street vendors, particularly if you are not confident about
how hygienic the stall is. If you have to purchase your food from a
street vendor, look for one which locals and other tourists are using.
Stay away from seafood or any raw meat and make sure that you are
hydrated at all times. It's a good idea to bring along some electrolyte
tablets or drinks to ensure that your mineral levels remain balanced.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Whilst
most cases of traveller's diarrhoea clear up within a day or two, there
is another type of stomach bug which may be mistaken for it, called
'Bali Belly.' This is more severe and is a kind of gastroenteritis,
which is usually the result of a parasitic or bacterial infection.
Symptoms include diarrhoea, vomiting, nausea and abdominal pain. This
illness can take several weeks to clear up. If you suspect that you or
your travel companions are infected with this, consult a doctor straight
away, as the earlier the infection is caught, the quicker it will be
resolved.</span></div>
Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-10471656270726843632013-04-07T22:36:00.000+08:002013-04-12T22:39:22.760+08:00Mother’s Unconditional LoveSince I was a kid, she made it a point to prepare breakfast for all of us. If she cannot do it, she would badger my father to do it for her. She went through a lot to keep the family together considering it has not been easy to have an irresponsible and a selfish son, a philandering husband and a stubborn daughter to boot.<br />
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She is now in her twilight years and we still have our moments of disagreements but she never failed to prepare breakfast for us which by now include two nieces who would rather wallow in their bed to sleep even until noon rather than prepare their food. Nowadays, she is prone to sudden bouts of self-pity and crankiness that patience sometimes wears on me quite thinly, but she is my mother.<br />
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I wish she is having a better life than she has now. Better life means not having to worry about her son’s future and well-being (he seems not to worry about it himself because he would rather sleep late, get stuck facing TV or play pool and cards all day long), not having to pay for her granddaughters’ schooling when they would not even asked her permission nor inform her whenever they have to get out of the house, not having to worry about where her groceries were going because the lazy son would do his groceries in her pantry rather than the supermarket for himself and his girlfriend, not having to wake up early to prepare breakfast for the family, being able to pay for her wants and needs first before considering her son’s and granddaughters’ needs first and generally, just living as a happy retiree at slow and leisurely pace which is quite contrary to what she is doing right now.<br />
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What she is doing right now I can never understand. I know there were times she wished she could do it differently but the unconditional love she has for her son dictated her actions and decisions. Her egg nest has been depleted several times due to these and the reminders about it fell on her deaf ears. Relatives have been faulting me for not helping her but I can only help up to what I can agree on her decisions as she would rather empty all the savings for her son and his daughters rather than save for her future so I am doing it for both of us.<br />
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My only wish now is that she slows down and takes good care of her health. Stubbornness runs deep in the family and she is one good example of it. I could say that my brother is one big hopeless case but my mother’s unconditional love believes otherwise. I truly pray I am wrong on this one just for her sake. Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-54040279959700856382013-04-04T00:11:00.002+08:002013-04-04T00:11:58.898+08:00To Fly Out And Find My Own NestFor years and until recently, there were no qualms on my part to live with my parents. Some people thought it strange but I was happy with the set-up. There were some limits but the advantages for all of us outweighed the disadvantages. However, things changed after my father died two years ago that the notion of flying out of our family home is getting stronger everyday. It could have been done earlier but the strong apprehension and mistrust in leaving my mother to my brother and his daughters have been bothering me all the time.<br />
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The worry is not stopping me nowadays though in checking out real estate prospects whenever opportunity comes. It will be quite a major project if it will push through but with discipline, determination and God’s blessings, it can be done.<br />
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Thankfully, the real estate background I had is playing out quite well in this major project. With real estate, the primary major consideration is location, location, location. I already found some really good real estate prospects affordability-wise and location-wise and one of my favorites is the <a href="http://www.forepeaks.com/fountain-hills.php">real estate fountain hills</a>. Not only is its location very favorable but also its amenities are quite good. All I need right now is to decide when I should fly out my family home to strike out on my own.
Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-52663035134295063922013-04-03T00:16:00.000+08:002013-04-04T00:17:07.323+08:00Work And TravelThere is no excuse even if I have been quite busy with work and traveling whenever I can. I should have blogged more but laziness took over. The stock photos I have right now are begging to be posted. The albums in Facebook have been filled up but the stories are better off posted here in my blog. The work in the office is not letting up so the strategy available for me is to squeeze in updating my blogs whenever I can. It is what I have been right now, actually. Hopefully, I can maintain this. I want to. Keeping the fingers crossed. Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-11092033130361429862013-01-23T23:03:00.002+08:002013-01-23T23:03:57.495+08:00Boarders And FloorsYears ago, my father opposed of the construction of additional rooms to accommodate paid boarders in our home. While it would help provide additional income to defray our household expenses, we would have to provide more security measures at home. Aside from that, having someone unrelated to the family living with us would have caused some awkward situations.<br />
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Unfortunately, my father died too soon to stop this project. We now have two lady boarders at home and I am getting worried with the security around the house. Even so, that most of us are always at work during daytime.<br />
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Additionally, there have been sticky situations that could have not happened if we did not have any other people in the house except our family. The other day, I came home and found a very wet staircase. Getting negative answers from family members, I decided to check our boarders who are living upstairs. I found one who was throwing soaped water on the wooden floor. She was supposed to be cleaning up but ended leaking water to the staircase that could have caused some accident.<br />
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I realized then that if our boarder would keep doing her style of cleaning the floors, we should plan changing our floorings upstairs. Firstly though, research is needed to know which floors are affordable and at the same time long-lasting enough. Good thing, the internet is helping a lot so I <a href="http://www.randsflooringamerica.com/">click for flooring options</a>.<br />
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In the meantime, I asked our boarder to refrain from throwing water on the floors indiscriminately to avoid leaking water downstairs. So far she is doing that but I prefer that we stop having boarders at home.Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-78964724865312267812013-01-20T18:19:00.002+08:002013-01-20T18:21:56.172+08:00Sunday Stealing#134 The Back 15 Meme<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>15) How do you vent out your anger?</b></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I vent my anger by doing something physical like working out, cleaning up the house, taking a walk or go shopping.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>16) Favourite toy as a child? </b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The doll my father bought me and the little cooking set my mother gave.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>17) Favourite season?</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Summer.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>1</b><b>8) Do you ever get letters delivered by the post office?</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Yes, mostly marketing letters and postcards.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>19) When was the last time you laughed hard?</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">While watching Chinese kungfu movie, Tai-chi Part 2.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>20) What is on the floor of your closet?</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">hmm...dust.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>21) Are you any good at drawing?</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Just so-so<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>.</b></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>22) What did you do last night?</b></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Blogged and watched Tv.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>23) What are you most afraid of?</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Losing people I love.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>24) Plain,cheese or spicy hamburger?</b></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Plain cheese.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>25) Favourite dog breed?</b></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Any. I love dogs.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>26) Favorite day of the week? </b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Friday!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>27) How many states / provinces / countries have you lived in? </b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Two provinces, one country.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>28) Diamond or pearl? </b></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Both.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>29) What is your wish for this new year?</b></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">My wish for this year is that somebody should stand on his own feet and live away from his mother.</span></span><br />
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30) New year resolutions</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I don't have one because I keep breaking them anyway.<b> </b></span></span>
Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-33494330114611521902013-01-18T23:25:00.004+08:002013-01-19T12:25:33.557+08:00If Only I Could Have It SoonerTraveling for me is not only seeing new and interesting places but also meeting interesting people. Traveling is also learning about new things that I would not be able to learn if I stayed close at home. Every place always has something different to offer and to show off. For the recent Europe trip, it showed me that Europe is far more interesting and has a lot more to show off than other continents.<br />
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Part of our itinerary was the exotic Northern African kingdom of Morocco. The kingdom was known for its Berber people, exotic belly dancers and for its colorful world-renowned carpets and leathers.<br />
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We went on a tour inside what is considered the oldest medina or town in the world in the city of Fez, Morocco. There, we saw how the world-renowned Moroccan leather was made from animal skin or animal hide. The smell of tannery was bad but curiosity on how the process was made had our group tackling the labyrinthine stair of the tannery building determinedly. We also saw how such thick and exquisitely beautiful carpets were made. I could have bought one if only they were cheap. Actually, I almost bought one if not one of our tour groupmates prevented me when she told us that she bought her own exquisite carpets by checking online on <a href="http://www.carpetonelubbock.com/">Shop deals & savings today!</a><br />
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She was right about the more affordable but similarly beautiful carpets when I checked online. Good thing that impulsiveness did not take over on that day, it would have been more expensive. Anyway, the carpet project is on my future project list. If only I could have it sooner but things are not easy nowadays.
Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-4802128244087575342013-01-13T16:15:00.001+08:002013-01-13T16:30:32.097+08:00Sunday Stealing#133 40 of The Most Random Questions MemeWelcome back to <a href="http://sundaystealing.blogspot.com/"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: orange;"><b>Sunday Stealing</b></span></span></a> which originated
on <span style="color: yellow;"><a href="http://wtit.org/"><b><span style="color: #3d85c6;">WTIT: The
Blog</span></b></a> </span>authored by Bud Weiser. Here we will steal all types of
memes from every corner of the blogosphere. Our promise to you is that we will
work hard to find the most interesting and intelligent memes. You may have heard
of the expression, “honor amongst thieves”. In that age-old tradition, we also
have our rules. First, we always credit the blog that we stole it from and we
will “fess up” to the blog owner where we stole the meme. We also provide a link
to the victim's post. (It's our way of saying "Thanks!") We do sometimes edit
the original meme, usually to make it more relevant to our global players, to
challenge our players, sometimes to select that meme's best questions, or simply
to make it less repetitive from either this new meme or recently asked questions
from a prior featured meme. <b>Let's go!!!</b> <br />
<b><i style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Today we
ripped off</i><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">a blogger named</span></b> <b><a href="http://www.blogger.com/profile/05358042296163025393" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Gina</span></a></b><b><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> from
the blog</span><a href="http://open.salon.com/blog/sally_swift/2008/08/01/a_quiz_meme_getting_to_know_you" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"> </span></span></span></a></b><b><a href="http://open.salon.com/blog/sally_swift/2008/08/01/a_quiz_meme_getting_to_know_you" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></a><a href="http://hayesjourney.blogspot.ca/2006/11/1-what-side-of-heart-do-you-draw-first.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">The Journey to Olivia</span></a></b><b><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">. It is 40 questions, this is part two. She does not state where she found the meme</span>. <span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">But,
it was probably stolen there as well. So, of course, that will be as far as we
go. Tracing back our theft's thieves might take some time. </span><i style="color: #b6d7a8;">Take the time to comment on other player's posts. It's a
great way to make new friends!</i> Link back to us at</span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> <span style="color: orange;">Sunday
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something you</span></span><span style="font-family: "AppleColorEmoji","serif"; mso-ascii-font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">’</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">ve
always wanted? </span></span></div>
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</span>Travel the world with somebody special.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">22) Do you have hairy legs? </span></span></div>
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</span>Nope, thank goodness.<br />
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<span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica;">23) What does </span></span><span style="font-family: "AppleColorEmoji","serif"; mso-ascii-font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">“</span><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica;">Semper
Fidelis</span></span><span style="font-family: "AppleColorEmoji","serif"; mso-ascii-font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">”</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">
stand for? </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">I've googled it, Always Faithful or Always Loyal. It is also the motto of the United States Marine Corps. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">24) Would you rather swim in the ocean or a lake? </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">25) Do you wear a lot of black? </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">26) Describe your hair:</span></span><br />
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</span>Used to be really black and thick. It has lighter color now and thinner than it used to be. <br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">27) Do you have Entomophobia? </span></span><br />
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</span>Nope. <br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">28) Are you an adult? </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">29) Do you own or rent?</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;">3</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">0) Do you have a tan? </span></span></div>
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</span>Yes, am naturally tan.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">31) Are you addicted to TV? </span></span><br />
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</span>Thankfully, no. I'd rather read or blog.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">32) Do you enjoy spending time with your In-laws? </span></span><br />
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</span>Am single.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;">3</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">3) Are you a sugar freak? </span></span></div>
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</span>Nope but I like sweets from time to time.
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;">3</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">4) What happened to Larry King?</span></span></div>
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</span>Don't know.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;">35) What sign are you? </span><br />
Libra.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">36) What do you wish on your birthday? </span></span></div>
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</span>A new camera or a new lens.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">37) Who did you copy this from? </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">39) What would you name the royal baby? </span></span></div>
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</span>If a girl, Alexandra. If a boy, Michael.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">40) Do you buy a newspaper?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: AppleColorEmoji; mso-hansi-font-family: AppleColorEmoji;">At least, twice or thrice a week. </span></span>Mariteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10624098864390552460noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22751978845122858.post-9413872452738292832013-01-10T23:38:00.000+08:002013-01-10T23:33:16.636+08:00Where Did The Money Go?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Source: <a href="http://fastloantree.com/">FastLoanTree.com</a><br />
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Am in the process of evaluating what I have earned and what I have spent for the past year.This is to ascertain if I'd actually save some or not. For sure, my expenses were quite high last year due to some travels but I also know that I saved a few. Last year, the realization that I could not depend on some people I thought I could trust was more prevalent than ever which is why the goal for this year is to save more for some planned projects for my future and for some more planned travels.<br />
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