TO CRAVE FOR

BE THE WEALTHIEST

2012-01-22T08:00:00.001+08:00

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Walgreens. All opinions are 100% mine.

Who wouldn’t want to be the wealthiest? Forbes has listed the richest people in America and their worth is unimaginable. But we are just normal people wanting to live comfortably. Thinking about it, we see the many different cases of people having cancer, aids, heart disease, or those “expensive”and high maintaining ailments. They earn a lot, but they also need to spend a lot. What more for us who just have enough, or maybe just a little over enough? Everybody simply have expenditure when it comes to medications. The best thing we can do is to try and grab any that will help cut cost. Save. Budget.

This is the reason why it is pleasing to know that there is a way to somehow manage our finances…with Walgreens Prescription Savings Club you get savings on more than 8,000 brand-name and generic medications, discounts on flu shots, pet prescriptions, nebulizer and diabetic supplies, and you get bonuses when you purchase Walgreens and Nice! brand products and photo finishing services. I have to admit that this is a great chance for a big save. Grab the chance with the special January membership discount. For a $10 a year a family membership covers everyone in your immediate family which includes your spouse, 22 year old and below dependents and even for your pets. While $5 a year for individuals. For less than $1 a week, a three month supply of more than 400 generics are available for your choosing.

Now there is no chance of you gong around looking for your medicine in the neighborhood pharmacy and finding out they don’t have it. It’s time consuming, energy consuming, and budget constraining. Why do that when you can make use of this mail order pharmacy that warrants savings? With just one click you can view what is made available for you. Walgreens offer many different necessities from medicines to personal care to groceries and so much more. That even for a regular annual membership of a mere $20 for an individual or $35 for a family, it is all worth it. Plus it is guaranteed risk free because if you don’t save more than the membership fee they will refund the difference.

What’s the wait? Start visiting Walgreens on Twitter and Walgreens on Facebook for more updates and I’m sure you can’t stop liking as I do!!!

"WIN" IF YOUR OFFICE IS A MESS

2011-12-22T14:00:00.001+08:00

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Contest Factory. All opinions are 100% mine.

Who would think that being messy in your workspace or office can make you WIN A HIGH END COMPUTER SYSTEM or AN ENTERTAINMENT PACKAGE?!

Is your office space a pile of trash? Maybe dark and not at all conducive, cannot be the idea of good working area, or is too small a space with loads of old furniture? You can say that it’s the worst, most pathetic, truly unorganized office or cubicle with forgotten technology, too noisy environment or simply worth packing your things from and never to come back again…but now this type of crappy office can actually win you a price.

Pimp My Cube is willing to award you prizes if you would just join the contest from 12 noon of December 5, 2011 to 12 noon of January 31, 2012.

It’s as simple as just uploading a video of your office, explain why it’s so terrible and why the Contest Factory should “Pimp” your cube. The more interesting your story is, the greater chance of winning. It will be your own creativeness on how to deliver; anything goes. It can be funny, scary, whatever. Or simply “just be witty with your approach”.

Winner will be judged by Contest Factory judges according to the BEST OF THE WORST’s video of office or cube, those with the most VOTES, and that which has the MOST COMPELLING STORY. Sweepstakes entry points can be gained through registering, voting, commenting and inviting others to register as well.

As none yet has joined as of this time, your chances of winning is really good. And its so easy to upload a video either from your mobile or webcam.

Want to warrant a thankful boss with such chances of winning superb prizes of:

Ø New high end computer system

Ø New Desk, chair, decorations

Ø New entertainment package with high end stereo, espresso machine, and more

Or maybe the random drawing of $200 gift certificate as second price at the end of the contest period?

Wait no more. Come and visit PMC site to register and start uploading. Once video is approved all you have to do is ask your friends and love ones to vote on your Pimp My Cube Contest video to further increase the chance to convert your crappy place a happy place!

CRAVE THE MAGIC OF TOUCH

2011-12-13T16:16:00.003+08:00

Life is not getting any easier to live. We have to admit that there are way too many trials to face, and we just can’t go facing them alone. We naturally encounter difficulties and problems along the way, and at times that we are at our lowest we need to be reminded that we are not alone. And the best way is through the magic of touch. Surprising as it seem, even just the warmth of a friends palm on our back comforts us.

…this brings to mind the Healing touch technique shared most recently by Laura Silva. She reminded me of the comfort I seek from my mother when I was young and tumbled in the ground or when I cut myself with the toy I am playing with. True that with the mere soothing voice and the touch of love when she rubbed my back as I control my tears, everything felt better. As an adult, we still need the pampering. And the magic of touch heals even our deepest wounds. We get healed.

It is not a wonder why I connect this to the power of positive thinking. That kind of touch made me convince myself that everything is alright now, and this becomes the Holistic healing practices of being in that relaxed state, the Alpha and Theta brain state. This is when we can think straight without having the emotions interfere. In this state we become at ease, we get trained to be stressed free enough to do away with diseases, illnesses and those other factors that leads to being sick. It is said that we need to develop healing imagery where we imagine to achieve that perfectly healthy us we hope to be in. we visualize it to be a reality and it will. We also have to learn to Master our thoughts; in particular, the D-B-E process or the Desire, Belief and Expectancy. It is defined as “You know what you want; you believe it will happen; and you expect it to happen.”

The mind is powerful. If we only accept it enough to learn its capability of healing ourselves, may it be from physical, emotional or mental pain. Let us also share that capability by convincing others of its power and by using “touch” as the tool to the achievement of that goal. A firm but gentle handshake to convey your message of empathy, a warm squeeze on the shoulder, a press of your palm on the cheek, a hug…all those simple but effective ways to show that they are not alone…it will help convince that they are comforted and that they can make it through.

THINK POSITIVE

2011-12-09T20:08:00.002+08:00

I have always believed in positive thinking. It is not just on how the brain work as in accordance to science with the alpha, beta, theta or the delta stages and everything that is being said to brain waves INSTEAD on how negativity affects your own output in life and its effect on your decision making, on how your day goes, the being you that affects those others around you, etcetera.

Now I crave to always be reminded on this and not get affected with life happenings. It is but natural that we have differing reaction to things. Two people sitting in the waiting room for news of their love ones brought to the emergency room for the accident that has happened will probably accept the passing of that love one the same way but their recovery may differ. One may end up at peace offering it all to God and continue living though feeling the loss, while the other may end up confused, bitter, angry, hopeless thus next to being dead themselves. It is how we see things. How we decide to face adversities and trials.

There always is a bright side and a dark side. There is negative energy and positive energy. But it lies within us which will we entertain that which will affect us the most. IT IS OUR CHOICE. But who would want a life filled with misery when you can have a peaceful one? I personally would choose the happy place. And this is what led me to Silva’s advice on positivity to improve life. She gave 3 steps:

DE-STRESS AND BE HAPPY
USE YOUR IMAGINATION
REPROGRAM YOUR THOUGHT PATTERN

Silva focuses on the brain state, alpha state, where one is most relaxed. This is when one is in meditation or in a light sleep but awareness is said to be heightened. More like a mental exercise and in the same way letting yourself in this state to give you the chance to deal with things in life you can’t deal with while fully awake. It is like convincing yourself that you can do them and so will be able to. And then in this state, you will also reprogram what is on your mind. Change all the negatives with positives. Only beautiful things will exist. Then when you are awake you can also see these instead. You get to tell a story, make a new story for you to live in.

PESTO PASTA

2011-12-04T11:25:00.004+08:00

SLURP! I remember the wedding I attended just 2 weeks ago and can't help wishing for that pasta they served second, a fettucine pasta with pesto sauce.

Actually now browsing through in hopes of learning how to make one as that. Believe me...truly mouthwatering! Anyone can give me an advice on how to make an outstanding pesto pasta?

CHANGED AND CONFIDENT

2011-12-04T11:16:00.003+08:00

I wished I can be as confident as those speakers I listen to in conventions. They handled themselves pretty well sharing their knowledge, relates it to experiences or however they convey to be in line with the theme. Some are serious and direct. Some are light and funny. But the important thing is that they are effective. I believed myself incapable of being a speaker fronting a large group, even an individual scared me before. Until I was given the chance to prove myself better than I believe myself to be. Until I was able to truly gain self confidence.

My superior saw in me the wit I did not see in myself. I did not recognize the sensitivity to others she said will send the message across. Probably because I was young and naïve. If at first I was merely trying to do my job as directed of me by having the bravado I don’t actually feel as inside I was a nervous wreck, it changed into something I became proud of each time I was able to handle myself in front of people. Until I can became the speaker I never thought I will be speaking in front of hundreds of people.

YOU CAN DO IT IF OTHERS CAN! It is but a matter of wanting to change into something better. It is a CHOICE TO CHANGE to be better. And then you keep dreaming and hoping to achieve your goal. Do what is needed like learning. If you want to be a musician learn the notes, if you want to be a professional study, if you want to be able to draw learn the basic and keep practicing…and more! And more means no stopping. Think of ways that will help you reach your goal. You might be able to perfect your playing with the piano but without connections you still are not halfway your goal. Look further ahead with the paths to fulfillment. Each and every branch through it will be helpful therefore try and travel them.

If you crave to be better as I once did and still do, learn how to change your life. I am again inspired to do so when I came across Quantum Jumping’s post on change. Burt Goldman says how you live now affects “you” in your future as much as the past affects your present, and so the past is why your future is as it is. They are interrelated. And so touches on why not make your past predict your future. That there is no NOW because what you have just said or did become the past instantly. It’s more like why not always do what is for your future. Interesting, eh?

…crave as I do! (wink!)

LOVE STARTS WITHIN YOURSELF

2011-11-30T09:42:00.003+08:00

It’s the nicest word in the whole of our vocabulary, LOVE. Everyone wants to love and be loved. But do we really know what love is? We know that it feels nice. We learned that with that feeling is the need for sensations and physical connection. We hug our parents as we express what we feel, we use words to tell our children we love them, we kiss to relay what we feel.

Are we not confusing ourselves between love and lust at times? Between love and emotions? Between love and being in love?

The need to touch is overpowering when there is desire. It is euphoric and addictive that it clouds our judgment to the point of us not knowing if we lust or love the other person. A child follows an order from a parent with the emotion of fear instead of love. Or a woman thought to say “yes” to her man because she loves him but actually is just so “inlove” or carried away with the feelings attached to being inlove.

I CRAVE TO FULLY LOVE AND BE LOVED. Including loving myself. It has always been believed that before you can love, you have to first learn how to love yourself. According to the American Monk Burt Goldman, “loving ourselves is not a form of conceit.” We don’t believe ourselves to be greater than another just because we love ourselves. Instead we just see ourselves more in a positive light. And in doing so we would know that we are no greater or lesser than any other. With that knowledge we can freely love others as well.

As we look now in our world, it seems that people have less and less love for others and themselves. There’s evil everywhere. Life of another being is not given importance, material things rules the mind of individuals, the need to be powerful over others brings about greed, people prove others that they are ruthless by coveting any they like and you see selfishness, lust, or every inconsiderable actions and desires. With such, people do not love themselves enough to allow themselves be seen as rotting persona, to be seen and branded dark and evil. LOVE STARTS WITHIN YOURSELF.

And it’s still not too late to know how to find yourself. You might look whole but inside we are scattered. There are just way too many things to do and take care of that we tend to lose ourselves along the way. As a child we learn and discover, but through the years we encounter failures. We shy away from our childish belief that the world is revolving around us. We find ourselves revolving around the world and we are apparently a little more detached than how we wanted to. I know…I found myself! And now I am preparing myself to once again be whole to fully love and be loved as I deserve to be.

NATURE TRIPPING

2011-11-29T13:02:00.004+08:00

Work of Nature always is a good reliever of stress to me. Witnessing the wonders of them being created for us makes me love myself and everybody and everything else more...

It more like shouts out that I AM SPECIAL!

NO NIGHTMARES

2011-11-29T12:11:00.003+08:00

We all love to sleep, and we all hate nightmares. And that is what I crave for today…to sleep with only the best dreams. I wish I know how to fall asleep instantly or anytime I want to, to be able to have these sought-for good dreams. Usually, my dreams are just all too natural. Realistic, day-to-day life kind of dreams. Often, they are “boring” and uninteresting dreams. And that is the reason my interest perked as I heard of Silva’s technique with dreams.

We can know the meaning of dreams according to Silva. And that our dreams relates to our life, the stresses, the problems, everything that we may be focused on in our life. That at times, we believe that we are over a certain issue but in reality we are not. And this is the reason why it still appears in our dream or may be somewhat related to it. Because in our subconscious self, we are still not over it. Silva mentioned symbolism in our dream that can be parallel to our worries and problems. And she advised the use of the dream diary to be able to raise awareness between dream and reality.

Silva Method’s Dream Control technique can help you control the type of dream you wish to have including elimination of nightmares. This is one great way of helping people with traumatic experiences that keeps relieving those events in their dreams. I believe this to be a great tool for psych patients as well, those emotionally disturbed and even those with worries and problems faced in their waking hours. How nice will it be to forget them as you sleep. It also is a possible way to solve those concerns when you develop the ability to think of solutions WHILE YOU SLEEP. As in the Sleep Control Exercise, Silva iterates that the left hemisphere of the brain comprises of the self-talk and obsessive thought behaviors. When sleeping at the alpha phase, the right hemisphere is at its work. And this is when most solutions appear. “The Alpha state is the state of relaxed awareness.” This is where we are when we memorize things, we learn, we think, or when we successfully interact with others.

This could be the reason for movie makers and script writers to make a character come up with a solution so suddenly upon waking up. More like a bright idea conceived after a sleep. Some may say that they just had a restful sleep that cleared their mind and judgment for the solution to have suddenly dawn on them. Whatever else…the important thing to know is that there is a way for you who have not found it. In your dreams!!!

THE CRAVED FOR ZACAPA PREMIUM RUM

2011-09-28T01:42:00.001+08:00

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Diageo for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

Men and women today learned to appreciate the joy of mingling. Apart from the friendship discovered and strengthened with get-togethers are the advantages of growing confidence, improved personality, widening knowledge...or the heightened quality as a person. We share and we listen. We learn and relearn.

A toast often follows for each experience. A toast to life. And served are different drinks to spark the gaiety; from rum, sherry, wine, brandy, gin, vodka, whiskey or mixed drinks down to non-alcoholic sparkles. Most recent talk of town is the Zacapa premium rum. Interesting history of this rum has been told and everyone agrees that it is indeed the best among world’s best tasting rums.

It all started in the town of Zacapa in eastern Guatemala year 1976 when they celebrated their centenary and gave birth this now craved for premium dark rum. With the country’s fertile landscape, acidic soils and longer time blessed with the sun up and shining, quality sugar cane can be expected. There’s no place better in the world than in Guatemala can one grow the best canes, and that is none other than in volcanic soil. An unusual rum, most says, for being the only one that uses virgin sugar cane honey (concentrated first press of sugar cane) instead of the usual molasses which comes from the process of making sugar. Natural resources really are to be thanked for even in the benefit it gives for the ageing process. Two thousand three hundred meters (2,300m) above sea level, one can find the House Above the Clouds which is one of the highest ageing facilities in the world. Aside from the cool mountain air that slows down the ageing process, another contributory factor to the distinctive taste of Zacapa rum is the unique Sistema Solera. This is a system acquired from the Spaniards way of ageing sherry 500 years ago. All of Zacapa rum passes through casks that have housed American whiskey, Oloroso sherry and Pedro Ximenez wines thereby producing the exceptional taste of Zacapa.

Truly an interesting information to share. No wonder many joins the Zacapa Society. Not only do they get exclusive details about this wonderful product but also be among the lucky ones to receive superb gifts and prices. To be part of Zacapa Society, simply register your interest at http://bit.ly/pvKdC9. Be with people who share the same interest as you do and start another group of the “mingling’s” we all enjoy most to add spice and sparkle to our oh-so-busy life. Life is too short. Enjoy the most of it with the craved for ZACAPA PREMIUM RUM.

WHO DOESN'T WANT TO GO TO BORACAY?!

2011-09-22T13:20:00.005+08:00

BORACAY is one of the most prestige and popular beaches in the country...and it is already known worldwide! In fact it has been proclaimed the world's 4th best island in the world in the 16th annual "Best World Awards" as mentioned in an American travel and leisure magazine. Who wouldn't want to be amongst the thousands to enjoy that powdery white sand, the festivity that happens until the wee hours of the night, to be with the warm and beautiful people, and to enjoy the many delicacies of the tropical country.

And I for one craves to sit on that beach, see adn enjoy the wonderful creation here in far east. And if possible, also to those top 3 winning beaches in: 1st Santorini, Greece, 2nd Bali, Indonesia and 3rd in Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia.

How about you?

FIND THE BEST WORKER

2011-09-19T23:04:00.006+08:00

Who wouldn't want to find the best to work with? I have been hoping to find someone to help me with my writings, and yes I found some, but there aren't a lot of options to choose from. I wish to find the candidate that possess all that I seek and not like one have this and another have that. I'm sure you know what I mean.

Imagine needing an employee to hire for your office work. And you found one who is great in handling your paper works but not really great with the reception. Will you hire two when you can hire one that will be good with both? Or for your house renovations, one can do everything you need from flooring, painting and even simple plumbing...will you pass the chance to hire that person and instead choose to hire 3 different persons who can do the job the same way and time as that one splendid worker?

Problem always lies in OPTIONS. If you have no other choice but what is in front of you, you tend to give in and hire. Be glad that now there is a handyman service where you can post what you are looking for and they will come to you thereby giving you lots of options. It's as simple as stating what the project is about, defining your preference, the need, the budget...and voila! You have applicants to choose from. And it's FREE to use. Just visit hire-a-pro.com and believe that I have met the craving for a great hire.

CRAVING FOR CHINESE, CRAVING FOR LUK YUEN

2011-09-19T22:52:00.004+08:00

It's been a while since I last had my favorite rice gruel, "Halo-Halo" at one of the famous Chinese Restaurants in the country, Luk Yuen. After the shattering explosion in Makati, and the very restaurant I frequent included, I was not able to have the long craved for rice gruel.

It's not everyday that I crave for Chinese cuisine. There are times that I go for Italian with the mouth-watering pasta and pizza's, at times western meals of steak and potatoes, sometimes Japanese Katsudon and Tempura, or the usual Filipino Grilled dishes and coconut based viands. I favor variety. And Chinese is amongst those mentioned that I set my mind into having with their famous noodles as well as their dimsum and dumplings. But it's just in Luk Yuen that I eat these big bowl of very tasty and yummy rice gruel topped with flakes I am not really sure what, which I advice for you to try either the Halo-Halo or Bola-Bola flavors. It different. Good different. Love it as I do and 'm sure you'll keep coming back.

I CRAVED FOR THIS GREAT PHONE WITHOUT CONTRACT...

2011-08-30T06:00:00.001+08:00

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Straight Talk for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

...AND NOW I GOT ONE!!!

For years we have been struggling to keep our calls limited simply because the plan we have is just way too out of the budget already and we can’t afford to go beyond it anymore. But now, I found STRAIGHT TALK and my bills are half the price that I have been managing...and get more offers than ever before. Actually, everything you need! “All You Need Plan” is a mere $45 inclusive of 1000 minutes talk time, 1000 text messages and 30MB web data plus 411 calls with no extra charge. Definitely next to UNLIMITED already. It is reason enough to get this unlimited access for a year amounting only to $499.

How can you get one? Easier than ever. Because with STRAIGHT TALK, no contract, credit checks or bills surprises. Yes, no annual contract that binds, just as my FLW idol Scot Canterbury assures. What you see is what you get. No activation, reactivation or termination charges keeping you bound free. call a friend where ever she is and you get excellent signal as it is nationwide coverage.

Also, with STRAIGHT TALK International Long Distance Service, a flexible prepaid calling service enables you to make international calls from your home, cell or office phone at low rates.

STRAIGHT TALK simply makes me feel like jumping with joy for the savings I get now that my bills are half way below my budget meant just for communications. I get to save more and what more can I ask for? I can finally alot the savings to my dream of traveling other places. Thanks to mom for sharing this wonderful news days ago. I was at first adamant believing I already got the best deal with my plan that I had for 3 years now. Truly, mom knows best. And I appreciated it more when I finally came to choose which phone I want... STRAIGHT TALK offers amazing smart phones; touch screen phones, and app capable phones with features like voice navigation, camera, video recorder, music player, instant messaging, and Bluetooth® from known phone manufacturers such as LG, Motorola, Kyocera, Nokia and Samsung. I even got a great deal for my pre-schooler for only $10, a phone that pleases her tremendously for the camera, mp3 player, mobile web access, and blue-tooth.

STRAIGHT TALK is what I have craved for. Now it’s time for you to crave for it. Here them below and believe that it truly is worth craving for!

WANNA GO TO THE FISH SPA

2011-08-27T16:13:00.003+08:00

The famous "fish spa" in Tiendesita's in Ortigas is one of the most desired places-to-go-to in my list. And thanks to this long weekend because I see hope of finally trying it out with my kiddo and cousin Czaweenah. If only typhoon Mina goes away fast!?

This Fish Spa is actually a treat for my tired and drying feet. The fishes will nibble and this nibbling they say will help take off the dead skin we want to be removed to make the soles of our feet smooth once again. I imagine that it will be ticklish but interestingly cute. That is the reason I want to bring my li'l one with us. She will definitely enjoy the treat too, not for the purpose but for the chance to be with the cute li'l fishes she so love.

It is just beside the big Mall in Ortigas, and costs P200 for a 20 minute treat. The experience in itself is all worth it, I'm sure. So...please Mina, shoooo!

CRAVING TO BE HEARD

2011-07-07T12:40:00.004+08:00

Just as Jennifer Grossman did in publishing editorials and appearing in televisions to share a message, I also crave to send a message across and be heard. My heart goes to all people who are not aware of the problem in health and nutrition. The increasing prevalence of obesity that is the major cause for different diseases such as diabetes, heart ailments, cancers and the many others, the incidence of childhood obesity in line with adult obesity, the mortality and morbidity rate directly related to overweight and obesity. Dole Nutrition Institute came up with a campaign to beat the alarming rate. Promoting the importance of fruits and vegetables in the diet, Dole DNI did not stop with mere provision of healthy products, instead have compiled scientifically-validated articles that are easy to access for public use. Imparting knowledge on health and nutrition is the primary role of the site and differing articles can be found that can be very useful for everfyone. One of which is the “CABBAGE COMPOUND CALMS COLITIS (or colon inflammation) :

This St. Patrick’s Day, we celebrate the healing prowess of cabbage – one of the traditional staples of Irish cuisine. Like other cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, etc.), cabbage contains powerful phytochemicals with possible anti-cancer effects. Now, new research is investigating the potential of such compounds to counter ulcerative colitis, an inflammatory bowel disease that significantly increases the risk of colon cancer.

Researchers at South Dakota State University isolated and administered particular cruciferous compounds to mice afflicted with ulcerative colitis. Among the more impressive results: a whopping 87% reduction in colon inflammation after five days of observation. Further investigation suggests the compounds work in a dose-dependent manner (e.g., double the intake, double the effect), specifically by suppressing genes associated with inflammation.

While more research is needed to confirm these benefits in humans, there are plenty of reasons to eat more cruciferous vegetables, and cabbage in particular. One cup of cabbage contains 80% vitamin K, 50% vitamin C and 10% folate for just 20 calories. High cabbage intake among Polish women (30 lbs. annually vs. 10 lbs. for American women) may contribute to the former's 66% lower risk of breast cancer. Try an unconventional approach to a time-honored dish with this recipe for Unstuffed Cabbage.

Bonus: Asparagus may be another vegetable to include this St. Patrick’s Day – especially if you’re celebrating with Irish ale. One lab study showed that asparagus extract helped curb liver toxicity.

Main objective of Jennifer Grossman Dole has been met with this article, and that is the incorporation of fruits and vegetables in an American diet. I am no Jennifer Grossman Dole Nutrition Institute, but I am me who have the same heart that wishes for the public to know that fruits and vegetables plays a major role in achieving good health. Dole Nutrition Institute Jennifer Grossman together with other dietitians like me sees the advantage of these natural resources...and backed up with researches and articles, may you be another to spread this information starting with your love ones.

KID IN YOU AND ME

2011-04-23T08:05:00.003+08:00

We have to accept that we are past the age of playing with our dolls and matchboxes. We don't go calling our friends and ask them to play tag outside. BUT we still have that childishness in us. We may not play with dolls, but we have pretty figurines or paintings of those ladies. You don't go under the table playing with your tiny car but go outside and drive your car. At times we still crave to play around with friends playing tag and so do so with our pass-around forwarded messages in our mobiles and emails.

THERE IS DEFINITELY STILL A KID IN US.

So do not get surprised that you love to have things kids like . I for one want them! Personalized and colorful laundry bag is one. One look and I know I want one for myself. I hang it at a corner in my room and I gave a little impish grin first time I had it. Imagine using it at home or when I head off somewhere for the weekend, and I flaunt it! Nice to have compliments from my equally interested friends.

Personalized tote bags did not escape my interested eyes too when I had a glimpsed at it. I remember being in grade school and my school bag have my big name on it. Well, I have one again. And so does my friends since I gave one for their birthdays. It's just so pleasing to find a tote that is not so stiff that you are not comfortable carrying it. I love the softness and the way it forms to how you want it with your things inside. And it is washable, not those harmful to the environment plastic totes.

There's still more to us being kid. You probably like the clays and doughs too like I do. But then it's not anymore those that keeps us interested. We still love building things. The houses we used to build with clay, and the surroundings, now made even better with designing our own houses and landscapes. Just like how we are pleased with what Dallas landscaping are good at. How they can transform our common place to a magnificent work of art!

Our eyes still twinkles like how they do when we were kids...because there is still a kid in you and me!

SUMMER LEARNING

2011-04-23T07:45:00.003+08:00

Let us welcome SUMMER with the thought that it will not be a total bore!!! It should not be just staying home all day everyday, but have fun filled days. Days to add knowledge, days to improve on yourself.

We differ in what we hope to do. It could probably be learning a new instrument. Guitar, Keyboards, Flute...or Harp? Voice lesson or dance lesson is also a thing to consider if you are really inclined with music and entertaining. Or maybe you love sports and start with Swimming, Boxing, Martial Arts? After all they can also be useful to your summer outings and self defense. For some they focus on art. Either in the form of drawings, paintings or theater arts.

Whatever else you choose...pick out something that you will enjoy at the same time something you can and will use. There are offers from government and non government sectors of free learning activities as well. Like in our country, TESDA is known for free language lessons. I would love to learn Chinese! French, Spanish, Japanese usually are offered too. They also have cooking lessons or grooming. Or some also for livelihood and some for computer literacy. It actually is just a matter of interest. Easy to see TESDA...just ask MR. GOOGLE!

These are just a couple of hours so you do not have to worry of missing out on the "fun" part of summer, the Outings!

CRAVING FOR BUSINESS

2011-04-10T11:19:00.005+08:00

I need to feel that I can also be as capable as them who have a business along side their normal jobs. That is the wisest thing to do these days, not to just be content with what is coming from your salary because it truly is not contenting.

And the best idea I have right now is to help house owners around who definitely needs my help with their lawn maintenance and gardening. This idea came up with the success of dallas lawn maintenance. Imagine turning a jungle into a beautiful garden again! What an exhilirating experience and achievement you will have each time.

Another is the high demand of personalized items to give away in line with the thought that there is not much competition anymore. I myself have looked for one but it took me 3 hours drive to just to get one. Thanks to dallas embroidery for reminding me that it is a great business option.

School year 2011 starts on June here on my end, and kids are

the major thought each time school comes up. I simply am considering kids backpacks. And they don't even use them for the sole purpose of schooling. They even seek for cute bags for vacation, for malling, for going out!

What do you think? 3 great ideas so far...and I am getting more and more excited. If you were me, what would it be?

TIME OUT

2011-04-10T11:15:00.002+08:00

Sometimes I just want to blow a whistle and like in a basketball game have a TIME OUT.

A break from seeing all the worldly stress affect people. It's not just the money that everybody needs, but the effect of not having much to them, all the natural calamities that makes one think if the end is coming, of all the wickedness of man around me and the innocent being more than just affected but a victim of it all.

IT IS A CRAVING to have a light and easy life. NOT for me alone but for everyone. Because that will give me the peace I really need.

YOUR KID SHOULD HAVE THIS...

2011-03-25T16:36:00.004+08:00

If you are a mom, you are more selfless than others. You think not of yourself alone. It's always your kid first before you. When you're out in the mall, you buy things for them instead of yourself. As you walk along to window shop, your feet takes you to the kids section than the women's. And it is a natural craving to provide them with the best things you can give them.

From clothes to toys, school things to nap mat, stephen joseph bags to lunch tote. When you see a beautiful "anything" you think of them and if goes with your budget. At times you even save to get them those. BUT not to the point of spoiling them too.

We have to accept the fact that they are a part of us. And them being dependent of us and so little and vulnerable, we tend to give them things that they might want and things that they will be happy to have. Making them happy doubly makes us happy. And you have to agree with me that this bag here is simply adorable!

YOUR CHOICE TUESDAY: DRIVE THROUGH ZIGZAG OR ROCKY TERRAIN

2011-03-01T10:18:00.000+08:00

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I love driving! The feeling of being responsible combined with the feeling of freedom almost always are felt each time I positioned myself in front of the steering wheel. Added to it is that euphoric feeling of being able to, that not everyone can, and that I am blessed enough to be have that capability. Maybe you feel the same way too?
But notice that I said "almost always" because there are times that I hope I am not driving. What are those instances? Traffic is given. But there are two others that I thought of just now that I hope not to drive in...the ZIGZAG ROAD and the ROCKY TERRAIN.
Never tried them yet, have you? And if there are two roads left for you to travel on for hours, will it be the dizzying stiff zigzag that will probably leave you crossed eyed? Or the very rocky path that makes you chatter for a long time (even after the trip you made as an after effect)?
DUH!? Hard to choose eh? But what will be yours?
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MUSIC MONDAY ~ BREAKEVEN in American Idol

2011-03-01T10:07:00.003+08:00

IT'S NOT JUST THE SONG, IT'S NOT JUST THE VOICE...

Heard this American Idol Cris Medina sing Breakeven? Wonderful voice. But what really made it more touching is his LOVE STORY. Tragic and sad. Imagine having an outstandingly pretty fiance, and two months before you get married have an accident causing brain injury?! He is a man to salute! Because he did not leave her at this most trying time of her life. He stuck by her "in sickness and in health". Hear their story, and witness the unselfless love heheave for her.

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RE-ESTABLISH CREDIT AFTER A BAD CREDIT

2011-02-16T14:03:00.005+08:00

We have our up's and down's, we can't deny that fact. The wheel of life turns and one moment we are at the peek of things then it turns again and we suddenly finds ourselves at lowest point of our life.

That is how it is...but what matters is that we don't lose hope. We should always bear in mind that in every obstruction there is a possible way out, that in every problem there is a solution. Likewise, financial problems come and go. And more than half of the adult population recognizes the help of credit cards. But not the hundred percent of credit card users maintain good credit rating. At one time or another some forget to pay their bills on time, some did not give much importance to the need to pay back, some may have unwittingly over-splurged disregarding the fact that it is over their capacity...and ended up paying debts, cancellation of credit cards probably, and the like. Not wise but not the end of your credit card days. Some comes to a point in time when they think they simply are not allowable of applying for credit cards anymore. Not true. Because you can actually do credit rebuilding. Yes there is an answer to your prayers! You can have credit cards to rebuild credit. You can go back to those days when you have this utmost need to use it to still buy food and provide for your family though your salary is a little short due to the leave you had to take a few weeks back, or when you had to use it more wisely now and buy the necessary things only to make your business stay afloat as you try to manage your finances.

As I said, do not lose hope. You still have the option to rebuild credit cards. You just have to know where to look (wink!)

YOUR CHOICE TUESDAY: GOOD LOOKING BUT NOT-SO-FAIR STATUS FIANCE OR ULTRA RICH BUT NOT-SO-FAIR LOOKING FIANCE?

2011-02-16T13:49:00.003+08:00

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This is an almost common question encountered in dating games. And I would want to prove how different we all are in the choices we make. There is no right or wrong because that is who we are and of what our life perspective is. Whichever way...you are practical and is insightful of how your life with your supposed better half will be. You know how romantic you will be and how content you will be because you know what you want and such will result to the best relationship you think you can ever have....AND THAT IS IF YOU GET WHAT YOU WANT.

Which do you want? A GOOD LOOKING BUT NOT-SO-FAIR FINANCIAL STATUS FIANCE OR ULTRA RICH BUT NOT-SO-FAIR LOOKING FIANCE?

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SHOUT FOR JUSTICE?

2011-02-16T12:26:00.008+08:00

So many unthinkable things happen in this life. One moment we are happy, the next moment we are in misery. The unpredictability of life makes us vulnerable in every breath we take. It surprises us at times we least expect it, and it keeps us wondering when we do.

Unfortunate accidents are the most common daily occurrence in which many people suffers. In different ways, at different times, with different conclusions. We cannot be blind to the fact that there are a whole lot of injustices.

So many cases I have seen in the news or witnessed first hand during my hospital rounds charting and patient visitations. Those that have been raced to the emergency room for hit and run vehicular accidents, those that needs immediate surgery for dog attack, those that has to suffer yet again from a previous hospitalization due to medical negligence or malpractice...unending list of cases that sometimes ends up with the victim shouting for justice.

Lucky them if they have someone to take care of things for them like the sacramento personal injury lawyer . The family at the time of the unfortunate occurrence will be agitated, confused, and is not thinking straight. They would need guidance, they would need someone to tell them of their options, of the legalities of everything. They would need assurance that the unfairness of the situation can be made right, and the injustice can be put to justice. Life is fair if you get the chance to make it fair. It is your call.

MUSIC MONDAY ~ TANGLED: I SEE THE LIGHT

2011-02-16T12:18:00.002+08:00

Craving to SEE THE LIGHT too as Rapunzel did at the latest Disney creation I have seen and loved, Tangled. I love this song. And the effect that certain part of the movie...it touched the very core of my heart. I cried, and cried even more the second time I watched it. Do you agree with me that the song is simply great?!

WITHIN THE VOWS...

2011-02-16T11:40:00.004+08:00

Almost everybody have this dream of finally finding their life long partner. To love and to cherish, to grow with, to enjoy life with, to fulfill his/her wishes, to pamper,...to "do everything" with.

IT IS HUMAN NATURE! We were created not to be alone. The very first man did not stay alone, immediately followed the first woman. They were blessed to be together, and two became one. And within those vows shared today, man and woman makes oneself available for the other. Because both perceives equal needs. The need to interact, need for companionship...the need to share, the need to prick the senses, the need to fulfill ones goal and ones essence. Love and appreciation comes with these. And with love comes fulfillment of all other human needs, may it be physical or not. We crave to impart our thoughts, we crave to oblige to the need of the other and expects our needs to also be given notice. We need not display rabbit vibrators to convey the message of our need for sexual fulfillment, nor do we hire a companion to let him know of our need for his presence, or even record past conversations and listen to them in exchange for the quiet evenings you hate as he still bring home work to which he had been to all day. It has to be given in recognition of human needs and in giving love. This is amongst the common cravings of partners within the vows...and so is a common dream of individuals to have for a fulfilling life long committment.

YOUR CHOICE TUESDAY: HOT WEATHER OR COLD WEATHER

2011-02-02T12:15:00.003+08:00

We are in different side of the globe therefore we also have different temperature. There are those who have 4 seasons and there are those who only have 2.

"Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall...all you've got to do is call and I 'll be there yes I will..." as one of the old songs say. Four seasons, four differing climate and temperature. And then there is the Rainy Season and Dry/Summer Season but with mild to moderate bearable temperature.

What if you have only TWO options that are truly opposing? Would you prefer it hot and humid when you will be sticky and sweaty all the time? You would be craving for constant dip in the water, in a bath or in the pool. You would be thirsty and hot thus resort to cold icy drinks and treats. Bare to the skin as much as possible. Irritated and hot tempered unless in an air-conditioned room. What then of your electricity bill?!

Or if very cold your ears and nose suffering from frost bite almost? You wear layer after layer of clothing you look like a mummy walking. You almost try to give excuses just so your mom will not force you to take your daily bath. It will always be hot chocolate or coffee brews you crave for. At this time all you wish for is to see the sun and feel its natural heat and not the heat from your heater. Again, what of your electricity bill?!

So, which is which?

VOICE LESSON

2011-02-02T12:06:00.003+08:00

After the holidays, I now have more time to sit and recall all the partying and fuzz. We are in this ordinary days of routine. But we have more time to reminisce and hope and plan and prepare for the next holiday season 10 months from now.

There had been so much singing then. My relatives and friends are all hooked with videoke on gatherings...and I have to admit I do not have the most wonderful of voices. Well, yes I can sing...but not the way I want to. I admire those who can get the attention of others with a smile of appreciation and not a quirk for the noise you are making or friendly laugh of encouragement. I know it takes practice. I know it will give you much bravado and confidence if you are sure that you will hit all the notes perfectly.

Now I believe I will forgo the dancing. I am good at it already...it's a God-given talent. What I need is a voice lesson. In a few months, with voice lesson, you can sing. Really sing. And it is always nice to be able to do better than others. What of you? Maybe you can join my craving to learn and be good?

YOUR CHOICE TUESDAY: OLDER BOSS OR YOUNGER BOSS

2011-01-25T12:30:00.004+08:00

OLDER BOSS OR YOUNGER BOSS?

We have our own preferences with regards to this issue, having different careers, being in different line of interest.

An older boss can probably mean more sincerity and formality but not always a need for more intensity to job. In the same manner, a younger boss can demand more time, energy and drive. They might be informal and more for the new age technology but would be more advanced and needs more coping up.

An older boss can be more customary and traditional but does not always necessarily mean to be predictable. A younger boss can be light and easy with camaraderie but could also be detached knowing the difference of a strict work relationship over friendly environment.

In your opinion...which is which for your choice and line of work?

WISHING FOR A LONG, HEALTHY HAIR

2011-01-17T10:43:00.003+08:00

It's not just me wishing this...but many others. Probably you as well?

I have always admired those celebrities or even commercial models having long hair. At times those long wavy hair and at times those with very straight ones. Truly worth craving for, don't you think? Its all shiny and bouncy...and HEALTHY!

What I know for sure is that those hair are well cared for. Maybe with the needed treatments that costs a whole lot. And I wonder if can't I have it without those treatments...the answer came: YES!

First off, if we want to have LONG hair, we need to have long hair vitamins. It cannot grow long without proper nutrients. Our diet may be poor with all the calories we are trying to lose to shape up. Be aware that we can't lose the nutrients we need to keep us healthy. We have to know the proper diet. And if it is not suffice to get the needed vitamins and minerals through the food we partake, we have to have supplements. Same goes for our hair, we need also to have a diet for healthy hair. We have to make sure that in totality our body, including the hair, is provided with what it needs to keep it healthy and strong. Eat the right amount of food, get the right amount of nutrients.

But it doesn't end there if you want those long, healthy hair. There are also do's and dont's we have to follow. Like in washing long hair we can't just wash with shampoo. Conditioner is a need to get the tangles off and to keep it moisturized. Rinsing with cold water than hot to close up the cuticles. The combs to use should be large tines. The drying should not be furious rubbing of towel or too often use of the blower. As well as not too frequent use of hair chemicals.

It's not so hard after all. It's just commitment and your true desire to have your hair long and healthy. I do...so soon enough I'l have it. And you?

MUSIC MONDAY ~ Never Gonna Let You Go by Sergio Mendez

2011-01-17T10:33:00.001+08:00

I was as wrong as I could be

To let you get away from me

I'll regret that move

For as long as I'm livin'

But now that I've come to see the light

All I wanna do is make things right

So just say the word

And tell me that I'm forgiven

You and me

We're gonna be better than we were before

I loved you then but now I intend

To open up and love you even more

This time you can be sure

I'm never gonna let you go

I'm gonna hold you in my arms forever

Gonna try and make up for all the times

I hurt you so

Gonna hold your body close to mine

From this day on we're gonna be together

Oh I swear this time

I'm never gonna let you go

Looking back now

It seems so clear

I had it all when you were here

Oh you gave it all

And I took it for granted

But if there's some feeling left in you

Some flicker of love

That still shines through

Let's talk it out

Let's talk about second chances

Wait and see

It's gonna be

Sweeter than it was before

I gave some then but now I intend

To dedicate myself to giving more

This time you can be sure

I'm never gonna let you go

I'm gonna hold you in my arms forever

Gonna try and make up for all the times

I hurt you so

Gonna hold your body close to mine

From this day on we're gonna be together

Oh I swear this time

I'm never gonna let you go

Oh... so if you'll just say

You want me to... I'm...

Never gonna let you go

I'm gonna hold you in my arms forever

Gonna try and make up for all the times

I hurt you so

Gonna hold your body close to mine

From this day on we're gonna be together

Oh I swear this time

I'm never gonna let you go

Never gonna let you go

Hold you in my arms forever

Gonna try and make up for all the times

I hurt you so

Hold your body close to mine

All we're gonna be together

Oh I swear this time

I'm never gonna let you go...

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I NEED A NEW HOBBY

2011-01-14T09:52:00.002+08:00

It's a whole new year and I was kind of thinking that maybe I need a new hobby. Well, yes I will not let go of my reading pocketbooks, watching season by season of Grey's Anatomy or Private Practice or whatever else I am hooked at at the moment...but I think I need something more physically active.

And guess what I thought of? Kick boxing. And I have a punching bag already, thanks to my brother who once used it. The problem is I need something sturdy to hang it with. I believe beam clamps are the best there is that would assure me that it will not just suddenly fall off and hurt anybody, especially little ones, who will bein the backyard if I am not.

It's such a nice idea to start the year thinking of good health. After all, I was a little less active the past year. Now all I need is something to motivate me into moving. And it's always something that you will enjoy. Mine would be kick boxing. How about you?

THE BETTER ME

2011-01-12T01:03:00.003+08:00

"And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same" by Nelson Mandela

Borrowing his thought...I believe that it is indeed the time to shine. There are times that we tend to hide beyond the shadow of another, or when we let other people's light be brighter than ours when we know that our light is in fact purer than theirs. Know in your heart that sharing the blessing given you will benefit others. That instead of the feeling of being overly confident or proud...feel that you are being generous. That you are not keeping to yourself the knowledge but making it available for others to learn from and to imitate. Let your light be an exemplary shining example, just as I fulfill my craving of extending help through example.

GIFT IDEA FOR THE HOLIDAYS: PHOTO'S IN CANVAS

2010-12-10T11:10:00.003+08:00

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I am so into photography these days...and I honestly consider making use of such talent for the coming gift-givings during the holiday season that is just a few weeks away. But I can't very well just give them an ordinary photo print out. I want it different. Great different. Something I myself would want to receive.

And luckily, I have found this photos {to} art. They have innumerable wonderful art works to choose from. Art.com also is great at providing professional framing and mounting. A splendid idea of making your personal photo's modern and unique, either with hand painted black edges, something like those at museum thus they call the transferred photo into canvas a "museum wrap", or you can have the photo acrylic or wood mounted. What I love most in them is the possibility of printing in large sizes as compared to competitors. I'm even thinking of having one of my photo' s taken of a wonderful view during our last trip on the beach mounted as wall mural to make it a pretend window over-looking the beach. And I bet that the receiver of such gift would also be truly delighted!

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THE LOST SYMBOL

2010-09-29T11:55:00.003+08:00

A very promising author Dan Brown has yet again released another wonderfully written book...The Lost Symbol. His 5th most awaited book of his followers, which includes me. Actually have not yet read it BUT WILL SOON have my hands on it since the prices have already gone down (hahaha!)

After his Da Vinci Code and Angels and Demons, main character Robert Langdon once again is starring in this latest Dan Brown book. I have enjoyed the intriguing breaking of codes, finding clues, and symbolisms and craves to have more of those to read. Previous books were brilliantly written and so I expect for this one to be as good, or even more. It is said to be circling on the masons that I'd so love to know about. Secret societies revealed, like how the Illuminaties were introduced to me, is simply more than an entertainment.

I just have to have a copy of this...and it has to be sooner than soon!

I LOVE TO PARTY!

2010-09-22T09:27:00.003+08:00

One of my biggest cravings...go to a party. And not just any party, I want a masquerade party where you wear costumes or masks. It has always been one of my fantasies since childhood, to be in one with my friends and wear something really different.

I've seen them in movies but never got the chance to be in one...YET! And I plan to at least once in my life time. One time I've been browsing through and have seen varying kinds of Awesome Halloween Costumes Ideas. I guess this is one occasion that people have such opportunity of being someone else. But then I can use them in any other occasion since I don't plan on wearing gruesome costumes. I prefer being a fairy, or a princess, or a lady in medieval age...a costume to enhance my beauty and not to be ugly.

Maybe I can come up with my own party! Maybe for my birthday. Or earlier still for the coming New Year...and it will be nice to plan ahead. I'd love to hear your experiences on this. Have you ever joined such a party? What have you worn? Or have you ever hosted one? How do I go about it?

It would be greatly appreciated to hear from you...

MEET MORE PEOPLE

2010-09-13T08:38:00.005+08:00

I love people! It always makes me wonder why, but it interests me on how we all differ, in our differences in attitudes, in preferences, in our EVERYTHING. Sometimes I tend to just sit around and observe, and be happy for how each one of us were molded. That we have different exposures to life, and that we were borne to varying circumstance...but together we jive to live in one world.

Therefor, I truly enjoy meeting new friends. And I believe that dating is one of the ways to do that. This is when you get to be with another that goes to more than just saying hello. I don't care whether it is in person or in the net. I don't mind going to atheist dating, geek dating, Canadian dating or whatever dating service...because they are all people that would give me chance to get broader scope.

Don't you get curious on how one differ from you? Or how alike you can be to someone in anther part of the world? You never know...maybe you'll suddenly find the perfect mate, or the best friend you have been hoping for. Or maybe you'll get the best conversation you can ever have inyour life time here...where people join to talk.

LAND BEFORE TIME CD

2010-09-13T08:32:00.002+08:00

I've seen this movie before and though it is a cartoon, animated...it touched my heart. It's cute positively affecting.

The story is of the dinosaur. It focused on friendship, parents, love for life and needing to belong. I find it to be next to reality with all the obstacles the friends met along the way and how they felt and dealt with them.

Right now hoping to have a copy of it again to show others.

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2010-09-12T10:12:00.002+08:00

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CHEAP CHAFING DISH

2010-09-11T09:32:00.002+08:00

Since I am planning to start my own food business...I've been looking for cheap chafing dishes. I was surprised to see that they are being sold even at a higher cost in buy and sell sites like sulit.com.

Therefore I went window shopping in a nearby mall and saw some P1200's...half the price those people selling their used ones. Maybe they thought to mislead you into believing that you're getting a good deal since they've been placing there the price they bought it as brand new and selling half the price cheaper (or how much they think you would believe it was).

So people...be careful! The world is simply not getting any brighter these days.

Right now, am still craving for a nice, good deal for a chafing dish. Brand new or not. You know where I can find them?

MUSIC MONDAY ~ BUTTERCUP

2010-09-06T11:17:00.001+08:00

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KATSUDON

2010-09-03T18:07:00.003+08:00

It's not just any Katsudon that I want, but this Japanese Restaurant I love called Komoro-Soba. It's different when I take it from the other known Japanese restaurant here in the country...and today I just want the very Katsudon that I used to eat almost weekly until it closed down in Glorietta. Not sure why.

Have you ever tried it?

LOST MY SHOUTBOX

2010-08-21T10:29:00.003+08:00

I have a real big problem here...i lost my shoutbox which i treasure since those messages were love notes form dear friends. And I can't remember the username or password i used to put it up since i was long gone=(

...and now i'm back.

Bear with me friends as I try and retrieve it. I already left a message to the HELP guys there for assistance. I hope you can still leave me messages here through comments temporarily.

TEXT MESSAGING DEALS

2010-08-21T09:41:00.005+08:00

Have you heard of the "text capital of the world"? That is none other than the Philippines! Yes, it is obvious when your feet landed in our country and notice the people around you...texting! And believe it or not, I know no one who does not have a phone to send messages with . WE SIMPLY LOVE TEXTING EACH OTHER. And a mobile phone is simply a necessity for us. That, I believe, is next to cash we won't leave the house without.

Thus, to Get Text Deals is something that definitely can get ones attention. Not just to us Filipino's but to everyone worldwide that appreciates this technological advancement. This even have a greater benefit since it have a Fundraising reason attach to it. Have a big heart like the Filipino's that we are and help an organization you like best gets a donation simply by registering. You get coupons and they get closer to reaching their goals. For every text message you receive, they get their share of love.

Call it Text Marketing, fundraising, charity, great deal...or whatever, it simply is worth looking in to.

MANGO CREPE

2010-08-14T18:33:00.002+08:00

I have been craving for this mango crepe for 3 whole days now. How I have loved the French Baker mango crepe but opts to have one that is topped with icecream as well.

sluuuuurrrrrrrrpppp!

I really, really have to have one this coming weekday! Wish I can have the time to finally do so!

STEAM SAUNA

2010-07-03T12:06:00.002+08:00

It's been a couple of years already since I last enjoyed the spa. It will be so much fun to have the whole day or more to myself (or with a buddy) to detoxify.

And I've always loved the wet sauna than dry sauna. I feel the moisture opening up my pores, and after which have a wonderful body and facial scrub to rid of impurities. Or have the soothing massage that always makes me lose the whole week stress through kneading of my stiff muscles.

Steam sauna...here I come. Have you ever tried such pampering? What can you say about the heavenly feeling?

NOTEBOOK TO CARRY-ON

2010-07-03T12:00:00.003+08:00

How I would love to have a Sony notebook to carry on with me though not needing to bring an overly sized bag!

When I go lazying around on a sunday afternoon along the mall, I sometimes sit for hours sipping my Seattles Best coffee just easing out of the daily routine. How nice it would be to be able to browse through anytime I'd like to.

And for me, it's Sony Notebook. You?

MUSIC MONDAY #1 - ONLY TIME by Enya

2010-06-07T07:58:00.002+08:00

CRAVING for time...
CRAVING to know...
CRAVING to love...

BREADELICIOUS MAKER

2010-06-07T07:22:00.003+08:00

One of the many businesses that booms and have once passed my interest is putting up a Bakery! After all BREAD is a staple, secondary if not primary, in all homes. Definitely, a staple in ours!

But it’s not so easy baking for more than your own consumption, unless you have the means to do that. And the best I have seen so far that comes really handy with all the different kinds of bread I’d love to make, is this Zojirushi BBCCX20 Home Bakery Supreme Bread Machine This is a versatile machine that makes you bake ANY of your many preferences, may it be sour bread, white bread, whole wheat bread, pizza dough etc. It has two mixing blades instead of one for better kneading, a 13-hour timer to continue on working while you do your other job if you want (or even while you sleep), pre-programmed cycles for various breads for first timers and allows you to create also for your own recipe/style if you want to, capable to store 3 of your favorite recipes for “one click” and ready to go baking, PLUS it also is a machine that gives option to make your lasagna, cakes, and even other non-bake items like jams.

Now, who wouldn’t want to have their breads made at a portable oven and not at a large energy consuming oven?! Honestly, I not only crave for mouth-watering bread I see at bakeries but craves to do them myself in this magnificent oven.

SOOTHE MY ACHING BACK

2010-06-06T00:23:00.002+08:00

How nice would it be to have a full body massage when you're all stiff from sitting in front of your PC for 8 long hours?! For me, that's heavenly.

If only I can....

Because it will take me hours to go to the nearest spa that will suit my preference of a swedish-shiatsu combination massage. Not just for the travel time but also with the preparation. And honestly, at times I get rooted on the spot when I start surfing the net.

Glad there are these wonderful creations that can somehow comes next to the "real" massage. I've seen a lot of them in the malls but nothing surpasses this back massager called "Lumbar Massager". Definitely can't stop the "ooh's and ahh's" with the relief I feel with this stress releasing back pad. Well, something to crave for don't you think?

I WANT A NEW TV!!!

2010-06-04T00:14:00.003+08:00

Yes, we have a 27-inch TV but I will gladly exchange it with a 22 inch lcd tv simply because IT'S SO, SO MUCH BETTER to have an LCD type. Not only does it have super CLEAR picture but also of the lesser electricity consumption.

Right now, what I do is to stay here on my PC than turn on our TV. I even watch my movies here. But then, desktop PC's are obviously on top of desks...and how comfortable can you be if you can watch your movie in the comfort of your couch?!

Oooh I can't wait to have one real soon. Another craving I have to fulfill... asap ;)

HEELED FLIP FLOPS

2010-05-27T11:17:00.003+08:00

I was out window shopping just so I can extend myself being in an air-conditioned room and not conserve way too much electricity at home and freak out with the bill come due date when I suddenly have this urge to look for a real nice flip flops.

I have a lot of them but not such with heels. I love the way it makes me a little taller than my petite height plus the way my feet looks, sexier! And I tell you, it is "IN". I saw every shop having one. So much to choose from. But being the perfectionist that I am, I have this design in my mind that the stores may have not thought of yet haha. So, as always, I have to see EVERY mall possible and look for that design before I finally settle on something they offer instead.

I'm sure you're thinking you don't want to be with me whenever I shop. I know, that's why I usually shop alone. No one can stand my persistence, hahaha. Or maybe you are just like me and we can shop together?

SNOWY MOUNTAIN

2010-05-27T11:03:00.004+08:00

It has been weeks that I have been feeling sticky and sweaty whenever I'm not in an air-conditioned room. The humidity also is extremely irritating with almost no breeze.

Yesterday, May 26, I have heard that it has been the hottest recorded...the reason probably why I can't bear to stay still. I had to run back inside the room after fetching cool glasses of water, juices and icee drinks. I can't help but crave to literally fly to a snowy mountain!

How wonderful it would be to wear layers of clothing for a change. Honestly, I almost wear next to nothing when at home. It also would be nice to sipping steaming hot chocolate's, coffee and soup instead of all these cold drinks that I do even upon rising up in the morning. I always love a cup of coffee at breakfast before, now it's unthinkable.

Wherever can I find a genie in a bottle to wish for just that...to be in a snowy mountain?! Love that scene of icecap mountains in my window, don't you?

MY LAST DAYS

2010-05-25T09:47:00.003+08:00

SUMMER is almost over, it being June in a few more weeks. And the moment month of June comes in...with it are the rainstorms that frequents the country. Thus comes to mind, dear friend Sendo that I can say have really MADE THE MOST OF SUMMER with all his fun-filled outings.

Just as suddenly, I felt like needing to spend as much time outside when the last few weeks I try not to with the heat and all. Beaches after beaches flashed through my mind. Where do I go first? I have to do so within the week, everyday?Every other day? At least twice a week?

O-oh, I hope I'm not running out of time. I have to check out my wardrobe...get a tan...plan the weekend getaway. NOW!!!

Funny how this LAST DAYS OF SUMMER can do to ones adrenaline, hahaha.

BLACKBERRY TO HAVE

2010-05-21T10:40:00.004+08:00

First I've heard of this magnificent creation, I'd like to have my hands on it. Though I actually have not seen it yet then, since it's just on a pocketbook I've read almost a decade ago already,I know it's a beauty.

How can you not want to have one yourself when it's as handy as it is to organize everything you need instead of pens and papers to carry along?! And being a constant roamer in the blogosphere, I simply have to have one. Likewise, am always at different social networks. A mobile and a more means to surf the net in one...what more can you ask for?

MUST HAVE WEDDING RING

2010-05-19T17:21:00.004+08:00

I already have a wedding ring in mind for the past decade. What do not have is a wedding to have it worn to me by my prince charming.

This has actually been brought to mind 2 days ago when my dear friend Mimi discussed with me her wedding preparations. It's not really easy to get shackled haha. It's truly costly and stressful. BUT then, this is every woman's dream. And that includes the gown you will be wearing and the ring that will be THERE forever!

Mine is the ETERNITY RING that signifies the "forever" and the "for richer" part LOL. Simply love the elegance and the beauty of it...sparkling diamonds and all (wink!)

CLASSIC MOVIE: SOMEWHERE IN TIME

2010-05-14T11:36:00.003+08:00

Now I also am in this mood for romantic movies...but not the modern day ones, but classic. And as always, it's one of my favorites SOMEWHERE IN TIME. Jane Symore and Christopher Reeve tandem that is refreshingly romantic (and clean, not vulgar like how it is these days).

Yes, it is nice to see how it was in the old days. How simple and sweet, and innocent. Do you also have such longings like me to experience life centuries ago at times?

CALAMARI AND TEMPURA CRAVING DAY

2010-05-14T11:28:00.003+08:00

During my blogosphere rounds, I have seen differing food...and one thing caught my pituitary glad...and it's calamari. And the moment such comes to mind, tempura goes with it. Now I am hoping I marketed for shrimps and squids instead just to satisfy this intense craving. Maybe this weekend then.

I am for Italian cuisine, but so with Japanese...and of course Filipino. Darn, I think my taste buds looks for European as well these days. Oh-kay...i think this is getting weird, the way I think like an obese obsessed with eating. Maybe it's the time of the month when my hormones are quite acting wild thus craves for FOOOOOOOOD!

BE-A-KID-AGAIN DAY

2010-05-14T09:13:00.005+08:00

The very famous quote "Time is Gold" means a lot to me today than ever. Since I am right now wishing for even just a day being a kid again.

...when my deepest concern is what game to play today, whether to eat this food laid down before me or feel my mom's wrath, how to keep my eyes open to finish this video game without my dad saying I am sleepy already, how to keep still pretending sleep as my mom wipes me clean and it's tickling me but i really am so tired to wash in the bathroom;

...when i can eat all the fatty food I can without feeling guilty, when I need not force myself to exercise since I've been running, jumping, hopping all day, when I have summer vacations when school is out, when I don't have to wake up early when it's raining real hard and not get myself all wet commuting in that hard rain, when I only have to ask elders for that pretty dress and not save on it;

...when I can play in house of fun for hours, when I can wear ANYTHING I want without seeing raised eyebrows or inviting wiggling of them, when I can show affection to everyone without any concern or exemption;

...when I crave for candies or candies worth of goods and not cars, houses, laptops or years of working worth of goods (in short: expensive goods).

LIFE simply moves on way too fast...and we just got to enjoy and savor every minute of it. Right now, I guess I just got to enjoy the partialities for my age or in the next phase will also be wishing that I made the most of the "prime of my life" age.

NEW RED SHOES FOR MY NEW RED BAG

2010-05-12T12:39:00.001+08:00

Not vanity but fashion, I tell you! Just last week I was able to grab an P800 worth bag for 70% lesser price…yippee! Thanks to this 3day sale I was able to push myself amongst throes of people to.

And now, I am hoping to have a matching red shoe to complete the attire. But this is how I am with shoes, I just got to see in every store I can go into which shoe I want and is worth the price before finally settling down to the BEST AMONG THE REST. I know, I know…you wouldn’t want to be with me during shopping. Well, actually, I love to shop alone as well. I hate tagging along anybody who might not be enjoying the search as I am.

I guess this is my latest craving…a matching shoe to my bag. I wonder where to look first, any advice?

DO I HEAR WEDDING BELLS?

2010-05-04T13:09:00.002+08:00

Or maybe it's just in my head...

I am like this for 2 days now. I think it's an inner hope of being the one to be having my photo's taken as I prepare for "The" day...as I walk down the aisle...as I share a toast for me and my groom. Can't blame me, I'M A WOMAN! Every woman I know craves to see the day they wear their dream wedding gown, partake their wedding cake and have that dance with prince charming. I guess I can say that I really am a dreamer, haha.

This actually came about when I browsed through my friends Multiply account and saw couple after couple's wedding pre-nuptial shots and their wedding day.

Do men dream of it as well? Or it's true that they get nauseous with just the mere thought of being shackled?

HOPING TO COME UP WITH A BADGE

2010-05-03T13:47:00.005+08:00

Actually been thinking to come up with a badge...but I just can't think of a catchy but defining one. I have been neglecting on it when this good friend in the blogosphere Kayce left a message about it. "On with it Kayce... Promise to have one within the week. Thanks for the reminder."

I would love it if you would suggest for me to settle on one...

When you hear of TO CRAVE FOR or my blog in itself, what comes to mind?

would love your comment friends ;) thanks.

INSTANT CAMERA IN A CLICK

2010-04-30T10:27:00.007+08:00

It’s been a few months that I started seeing photography as something I would enjoy doing. But it would be nice to have a camera of my own. Yes, my sister assures that the camera she bought is for everybody’s use, but still…I drool over this Nikon D90 KIT AF-S DX VR 18-105 that I saw at www.happybidders.com. Imagine bidding for it at a price comfortable to you and in no time in your hands will be your most desired Canon!

I have heard of other sites doing such but there’s so many bidding along that you end up buying one at a high price as compared to happybidders.com where you can start at the lowest bid you can and just be up a notch before the bidding ends. At happy bidders you can have your dream camera, ipod, play station, blackberry, iphone…and so much more. With it unique website url of happybidders estafa, (estafa which actually can mean TWISTS, TRICK, BUBBLE…that I’m sure the site owner is trying to convey) no wonder it’s also unique to be written in Spanish (the reason for the scary word that may have been translated differently). But it is easy to understand and see the photos of what product you need, the time left to bid, how much is the last bid and how many have already entered the bidding. What I do…I have it translated at translate.google.com if ever I find it necessary. The truth is, I find it easier to grab interesting things here and it is actually so easy as explained further at happybidders.info/es. The important thing here is for you to see what happybidders have to offer NOW and not let those wonderful offers pass you by.

May it be called happybidders, happy bidders, happybidders.com, www.happybidders.com, one thing I am certain of, my camera is just a click away.

NOW CRAVING...THANKS TO A NEW FRIEND

2010-04-29T15:31:00.003+08:00

FINALLY!!! After weeks of intense heat I can finally have coffee, it being a rainy day.

And just as timely, a very dear new friend kiki of Life included me in her friends list to be shared with a cup of steaming hot coffee. I can almost smell it from here haha.

I simply love having a cup or two daily, not until it got so hot that I decided to altogether do without it. Temporarily shifted to Ice cold chocolate drink for a time...but now, lo and behold, I can have a cup of a wonderful brew;)

May I share it with you guys:
Aimless Ramblings (scribbler)
Future Perfect(aswani)
Life Around (jenie)
MommyMayonnaise(risma)
Ovah's Coffee (maxivelasco)
SelfEsteem (dorothy)
theBluesman(hans)

I HAVE TO HAVE A NEW BOOK!!!

2010-04-27T18:17:00.007+08:00

It has been two long weeks since I finished my most recent read, Eleven Minutes by Paulo Coelho. I actually have just tried reading any from his, a second actually, and I still feel like going back to my favorites. He's good but maybe we're just not too much for each other, haha. He's too much of a realist for me.

Now I'm craving to have another book, a fairy tale romance if possible. Maybe this need came about after watching Cinderella just recently. Not the cartoons, mind you! And well, you can't blame a lady wishing for a fairy tale love story, if I can't have it in my life at least in another characters life. And I have an idea of which author to try this time, Sophie Kinsella. If you have seen Shopaholic the movie, then that's her. And I'm pretty sure she have more books than movies for me to continue craving for.

And you? Do you read? Any advice for a new author to try?

ROUTINE EXERCISE

2010-04-27T18:07:00.002+08:00

I used to have routine exercise. At one time I did aerobics and another I did swimming. And all those times I don't have these flabs that I see (well, others kept telling me they don't see them...but I do!)

It's not just vanity actually but good health as well. Everybody knows that exercise helps in metabolism at the same time getting as far away from heart diseases. As of the moment, I am thinking of going with my swimming routine before, it being summer. I'm not an athlete or something but I do know strokes to be classified as a a real swimmer and not the so-called "langoy-aso" (dog-like swim) others are only capable of. Its Free style for me most of the time and breast stroke once in a while but I have to admit that you can't make me swim at any other place than the pool. Maybe it's all those movies I used to watch when I was a kid that left me traumatized with deep, dark waters. The beach is a pretty safe place but then I'd rather lay in the sand or play than burn my calories when I am there.

Routine exercise is something everyone should have. It is beneficial and it is fun. May you be doing it at home or any other place, with equipment or with none, the iportant thing is you are motivated enough to do it 3-4 times a week at least.

WISHING FOR SPRING IN THE TROPICS

2010-04-27T17:57:00.004+08:00

Being in the tropics, we do not have 4 seasons like the other countries. It's just SUMMER TIME and RAINY SEASON. Yes, there are advantages and disadvantages...

...but right now, I just wish we also have SPRING here. I love seeing those photos of different flowers and blooms (since I have not gone out of the country yet to personally see them), sights to behold and the stories from friends and relatives of the "just right" temperature. Today, we have here sizzling hot temperature of 38 degree centigrade and I can't help craving for a day out of this place and enjoy the other seasons other countries offer.

I said a day...well maybe a month, or a year. Not really forever since I know I will be missing being HOME TO MOTHERLAND. We also have nice flowers and sights here anyways ;)

MY MOST RECENT CRAVING....

2010-04-19T12:10:00.004+08:00

The truth is...it's been a week now that I'm craving for this Red Ribbon Mango cake!!!
SLURP!
I actually am trying to be on a diet in preparation
for the december wedding of my best buddy
BUT IM NOT SURE I CAN RESIST IT ANY LONGER
I have to have one...later I will!

A NEW BUSINESS IN MIND

2010-04-13T10:22:00.003+08:00

I have read posts about this MOVERS that's being help by certain professionals, and I believe there is none yet here in the Philippines. Or maybe I have not seen one?

It's always a family helping each other with the packing and the moving. They just hire a container van or truck to carry everything from one place to another, just as we did 3 times already in my whole 30+ years (don't ask anymore of the PLUS, hehe).

And so with this come this nagging idea of starting up with one here in the country. But then again, how? And, will the Filipino's entertain such change or will they carry on with the tradition of doing it on their own?

Maybe what we need is information of how practical it will be...

HOW I CRAVE FOR TRAFFIC!

2010-04-13T10:12:00.004+08:00

Nope, not on the road...but here in my blog! Who does not?!

Of course I'm just starting on with this blog but from other blogs I see around, I wish to have as many visitors and commentor's as theirs. Not just for the ranking but for the feeling of acceptance in the blogosphere. I'm happy to see that my followers are building up, THANKS TO YOU GUYS. And it never fails to brighten up my day to see new droppers in my chatbox, especially those asking for link exchange (nice to be on the other side of the road at times, right?) plus visitors that gives me much of their time and efort for a nice comment.

I have heard of this SEO's and Engines...but frankly, their alien words still to me. What I know is that they help build traffic. I click buttons form other sites and join for thei promise of more traffic in my site. Do they help really? Or it's still wiser to do the manual visitations?

Enlighten me.

STRAIGHT A'S IN SCHOOL

2010-04-13T10:05:00.002+08:00

During my elementary and secondary school days, I still have my childhood asthma resulting to frequent absence from school. I try to catch up by borrowing school mates notes and asking for special exams and projects...but I believe that wasn't enough because I didn't get high grades. Now I hear of tutorings online and I wish it was offered even before when I badly needed it. For sure, I would have gotten straight A's though I'm not in school half the time.

Luckily, college days I was able to out grow asthma. I got beeter grades. But then again, it's the time for FUN, FUN, FUN (lol). And so, I'm still not in school half the time. Still, I was able to finish college and passed the board exams for my career. Got a very nice position in my line and right now content as to what happend in my life.

Are you as content? What of your kids? Be glad that you have a choice to have them tutored at home with online tutoring.

INCREASE SAVINGS WITH COUPONS

2010-04-12T14:36:00.002+08:00

I guess everyone delights in the idea of saving. It always comes as a challenge for me each time I have a certain something I really hope to buy and would save for it in every possible way I can.

One time, I found myself being hypnotized by this spectacular looking watch and I itch to see it in my wrist. The thing is, it's not an ordinary watch that you can get anytime you want...but something that needs a lot of time to decide about buying or not and to be on a tighter budget to afford it. It took me months of saving up, skipping my weekly movies on the theater, limiting my coffee to one instead of three at Starbucks, did a little commuting,...until finally I BOUGHT MY MOST DESIRED GUESS WATCH!

Now that I'm again planning to buy myself this stationary bike I saw in a nearby sports shop...but this time I have a better way of saving. And that's with the use of these superb coupons I get from blogging and friends in the department store I frequent. Imagine the big savings I get with the coupon for grocery items that I usually buy in a more expensive price! Even for clothes and apparels, even the books I can't stop myself from buying each time I finish the one I have with me.

I can't thank the sponsors enough for making our saving span smaller, mere weeks and not months, I can buy that stationary bike already!

I LOVE ITALIAN...

2010-04-07T13:18:00.003+08:00

I have always favored Continental dishes than Mediterranean whenever I go out, and Italian Dishes are appreciated more than any other...well, aside from Filipino Cuisine of course, that being my native land.

But whenever I cook at home I try to serve differently each time. If I can make it one country after another cycle in a weeks time I would. And the secret lies in the seasonings, herbs and spices available in the market that gives you the distinct taste of a certain countries cuisine. Like the basil, thyme, rosemarie for continental; and curry, taragon, cumin for mediterranean. Filipino dishes are the easiest to cook since I can have the necessary salt free herbs and spices available just around the corner.

How easy it is to cook these days than before, with all the commercialized ready-to-cook meals or the sauces and mixes available to go along with our fast paced life. Well, cooking is art and I'm sure we can have the colors we want to come up with the splendid canvass (or food for this matter!)

GETTING SICK IS NOT ALLOWED

2010-04-07T12:33:00.005+08:00

It is known by all that it is getting harder to live by in this world we live in. Economic crisis is felt by everyone, rich or poor, with all the monetary constraints we have to deal with. And it is commonly heard in Philippine Media "BAWAL MAGKASAKIT!" ("Getting sick, not allowed!") simply because the daily familial budget is often just enough for necessity. And medications or hospitalizations that comes in the most inopportune time gives too much of a stress and at times cannot be solved resulting to death in a family.

We hear it from the news all the time, and each time I thank my mom for continuing on with the family health insurance where in we can consult physicians without needing to put out a lot of money that other do in times of illnesses (or accidents for some). It is beneficial for all to be sure, to be insured!

Insurance quotes are not just for health benefits, they even have it for death, education, car...and so many more that YOU might not be aware of and needing.

RECHARGEABLE FAN

2010-04-07T12:21:00.003+08:00

Routine brown out is a pest we have to bear with. Though it is done with the good intention of saving power and energy, it still is irritating especially since it is SUMMER...when you most needed to cool down indoors. If only the government thought of doing this way ahead, when people loves the temperature even without the help of electricity. Imagine being at 36 degrees Celsius with no fan, and no air conditioner!

Earlier the moment the lights went out, one thing flashed through my mind, our rechargeable lamp and remembered the one we had before a rechargeable lamp and fan in one. How I need to find one again! Or better yet, if only I can, have a generator installed to be free of any power interruption.

ENERGIZE WITH SUPPLEMENTS

2010-04-07T07:24:00.004+08:00

Yes we are in such a fast pace of life and with it is the faster pace of us gulping down food disregarding nutritional needs most of the time but just satisfying hunger.

No wonder there are increasing rate of malnutrition, either over or under. Over in the sense that people gains weight due to intake of fatty foods, fast foods the most common culprit. We take in saturated fats, or bad fats, coming from meat and dairy products from burgers and ice creams. And under because we do not eat properly with all the workload we need to accomplish believing that the 24 hours is not enough for us to even have the time to savor eating, or at times even forgo eating.

Unknowingly, we are putting ourselves at risk to sickness thus losing more of what we wanted to have. Losing the time to meet the deadline, losing the salary we should be saving for the medications or even hospitalizations...we are losing energy. We have to outsmart those workloads. Give priority to your health. It's Time Management you have to learn and eating should be within that and not just an extra activity. Take in Vitamin Supplements for back-up nutrition that you might not be supplying yourself.

RECHARGE WITH CAMPING

2010-04-02T17:56:00.001+08:00

Summer is here, spring is there! Best seasons to go outdoors and relieve yourself of that daily routine of stress. Break the home-work-home-work sequence and detour to the fun and enjoyment of camping.

I have always appreciated nature. And experiencing life closest to it is the best one can do in appreciating being part of an ecosystem. Imagine yourself waking up with the sounds of birds singing and the breeze tickling the trees above you instead of traffic, the computer buzz or the chatter of people around you.

Go outdoor and live life as the creator designed you to do so and you'll see how wonderful it is in recharging your emptying inner energy.

WANT A DAY IN A HOTEL?

2010-04-02T17:32:00.001+08:00

I do! Especially if it will cater to my most needed beauty leisure in a spa. It's been ages since I last had a whole body salt scrub that takes away dead cells and exfoliates my skin polluted in the city with dusts, smoke and beauty products. It would be heavenly also to have the swedish-shiatsu combo massage I used to have to soothe away every tired sinews of my body.

Being in a hotel is like living as Queen in one's kingdom. Almost all your needs will be attended to: the much needed rest, good food, relaxing atmosphere and with their offered amenities you can also divulge into your favorite sport. Either swimming, tennis, golf, bowling, billiards, the gym or whatever else they offer that matches your preference like ballroom dancing or simply lounging in their bar for music.

It will be heavenly to complete your vacation itinerary with a stay in world class hotels. I definitely will do so if I have the means. Would you?

FREEDOM FROM ADDICTION

2010-03-28T18:47:00.001+08:00

Being in a world filled with stress, it is not surprising that people tend to escape heartaches and failures with even temporary relief to forget and ease the burden a little. Though more often than not the path to that is not even perceived until almost half way there. Believing that "occasional" drink here and there is TOTALLY harmless, the individual becomes in denial of possible "habitual occasional" drinking (puffing or popping up as well) thus ending up in being completely hooked with the intake. Most even starts with the reason of ONLY for socializing purposes and in the long run becomes addicted. To the point of they themselves wanting to get out but then they cannot any more. Or not easily.

At this point, normalcy of life is being craved for. Not just by the individual but also of their love ones. Life is more than just affected, it comes close to being lost. It is fortunate that with increasing number of incidences, people with big hearts extends their helping hand. Institutions are now available to assist individuals in gaining back their lost footing. Guidance and care are provided in areas you wouldn't believe to have unusual living; magnificent places, knowledgeable professionals and advance facilities made available for the comfort of the occupants.

You can re-live your life. You can once again be who you were before all these. Achieve freedom from addiction and love life once again.

HAVE A DRAMATIC CHANGE

2010-03-28T11:14:00.000+08:00

There were times that I look in the mirror with a thought in my head, "What if I have a change in my appearance?"

Like when I was in my 2nd year at work decades ago and being the same ol' me that my colleagues known me to be. I suddenly feel bored with how I look; that somehow I wanted to feel the welcome they gave me on my first day, a new intriguing person to know. And so, i decided to cut my waist length hair to a stylish layered shoulder length and added a magnificent looking glasses. I was really thrilled with how it turned out. And the moment I opened the main door to our domain, I heard praises as heavenly as "Lois Lane?"

Am I glad for that decision as I was next time I got bored again and sported a really short hair. With it went a brand new looking glasses again. They really make wonders, and I tell you...TRY IT AS I DID and be rewarded with delightful notices from acquaintances and none acquaintances.

LAPTOP...WISH I HAVE ONE

2010-03-28T08:24:00.000+08:00

I was visiting back friends when I came across this post from Useful Information about New Sony VIAO E series laptops that made me drool. I left a comment admitting to my craving to have a laptop of my own. I truly hope to have one someday, and none less satisfactory than what was said about New Sony VIAO E series.

Of course it is mighty blessed of me to have this PC already but laptops are really cool. Imagine carrying it around and being able to blog wherever you are?! And now that Wifi site's can be found in many places already around the country, it will be very fortunate for one to have this wonderful breakthrough...a computer you can carry around - LAPTOP!

MATCH MAKERS ARE HOPELESS ROMANTICS

2010-03-25T08:20:00.002+08:00

I firmly believe that those people who just can’t stop match making are simply hopeless romantics. It’s like they are feeling the need to find the right man and the right woman and just could not resist paving a way for them to be together.

I have a romantic soul myself, but I guess I’m not as selfless as these match makers to put up much time in joining to people together. It is obviously their joy to succeed in finding other people’s soul mate, best match or possible mates.

I have seen a movie like this before (Hitch, if you have seen it you’ll agree with me that it is nice indeed) and almost could not believe that this can happen in real life. That someone loves to do this thing at the same time earns his keep to do more. Well, now I have heard that there are even sites on line that also offers help with the same goal. Online dating are becoming more and more famous, and this is a way to meet more possible mates that matches your criteria. Of course no one can guarantee that knowing people will give you a definite positive result in finally having the relationship you’ve been hoping for. But giving your self a greater chance of finding Mr. Right (or Ms. Right for that matter) is the very first step to that possibility.

WHO DOES NOT LOVE PIZZA

2010-03-24T11:16:00.001+08:00

I have not known a single individual to despise pizza. Seems like everybody do love pizza! And I for one is a pizza lover. So much so that every time I am out, I crave to have one; either to at least taste a slice or eat half the pan of eight slices.

And it is a dream for me to be able to taste ALL pizza flavors all over the world. Thin slices please! In our country I can say that I have tried most, if not all flavors of different pizza parlors. Number one topping not be taken out of my pizza is Mozzarella Cheese. Prefers to have pepperoni and green peppers, but would rather not have anchovies.

Now I’m craving again. If it weren’t midnight here, I would love to have one right now. Tomorrow then!

MEANT FOR YOU WEDDING GOWN

2010-03-24T11:14:00.001+08:00

June is coming, and many amongst us wishes to be a June Bride! Well, not for me actually because I’d like to have a December wedding. Yet no matter what day it is going to be, it is our own special day therefore we have every right to make happen what we want down to the tiniest detail.

And for brides, the wedding gown is one of the most important of details that has to be PERFECT. Perfect fit, perfect design, perfect choice! And there’s so much to choose from; from the material, the style and cut of the dress to the design and accessories to magnify the beauty and femininity of the creation. It also have o match the theme of the wedding the couple chooses. Do they prefer the wedding to be a romantic, old-fashioned classic wedding or a high-end classy modern day wedding? Will it be an indoor event all through out, or also outdoor? Do the bride wants to go bare backed and reveal her flawless beauty for all to envy or to portray the show of innocence and purity of women in the olden days? Will it be a simple or grand wedding?

Again, it is YOUR DAY therefore do what your heart delight. It is more of the woman’s day than the man’s…and everybody knows this. Revel in this once in a lifetime event and get the best life is to offer. Start it right with your wedding gown.

JOIN A CRUISE

2010-03-24T11:11:00.001+08:00

One of my college friends is a daughter to a retired BIR Commissioner. And now that almost all of her and her siblings are in Canada, their parents are out traveling around the world enjoying. What a way to finally have the much needed “break”. But I believe that we don’t need to grow old to do that. What if we don’t ever grow old or reach that day when we are done with our responsibilities?

Why not believe that you deserve a treat for being the best that you are? Or a well-deserved present to your better half? Oh how I would love to be where that couple is right now…imagine, a delightful cruise?! Seize the day and live your life as you should. As they say, “Do so if able!”

Ooh am I really full of dreams? Well, this is what this site is all about anyway…THINGS TO CRAVE FOR! And I know you do have them too. And am I glad you are here, because I know you also have a lot to share; your hopes, wishes and dreams.

WHAT THE #@*$?!

2010-03-19T09:56:00.000+08:00

I received this warning and it's making me freak out! My blog is not even a week old and I have this?! I am just starting to have friends and then scare them away with a WARNING PAGE?!

THIS IS SO UNFAIR!!!

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I just can't believe this!!! I will be importing-exporting right away! Truly exasperating!

IT IS EASIER TO BE UNDERNOURISHED

2010-03-19T08:55:00.002+08:00

If there are obese, overweight or over nourished individuals, there also are under nourished. But it is a lot easier to gain than to lose, unless there are clinical problems involve like thyroid problems that increases metabolism, mechanical problems and diseases that hinders absorption. Otherwise, it is as simple as FILLING UP with high, calorie dense food and beverages.

It is understandable that in this fast pace of life we live by, we often miss a meal or two. It even is highly possible that due to so much work to do, we sacrifice nutritious meals to help our body cope up with the stress and activities we go through daily with easy to eat snacks. We just “grab a bite” most of the time just to deal with the hunger pangs but do not actually put on the supposed calorie for the day, therefore, insufficient for us to reach the desired body weight or healthy weight.

What has to be done is to think of ways to increase the calories though with almost the same number of minutes allotted to partake of the food. Some examples of which are adding a slice of cheese and veggies to your usual egg sandwich, putting in milk in your fruit juice, or adding chicken slices in your salad. It’s more like “in addition” to your usual preference. But then, of course it will need a little more extra time if you are the one preparing it. Glad to tell you though that with the obvious technological advancements, it is then a proof of man’s ever increasing knowledge. And now, we have COMPLETE NUTRITION available in one drink, one pack of biscuit, so on and so forth. They are called MEAL REPLACEMENT. They are calorie dense meal substitutes available for you who are caught up in the hectic world we live in. It can actually be a sole source of nutrition being complete, or can be added also with previously preferred food items. And there's so much to compare and choose from already.

Now, you can never be hungry! And that you will be nourished in just a few minutes.

SADLY ALLERGIC TO DOGS

2010-03-17T23:26:00.003+08:00

Just as I am allergic to dust, I am also allergic to dogs. Dog hairs and their very scent! I used to have childhood asthma but out grew them, unfortunately the allergy to it stayed. I envy those who can play with their pet dogs, dress them up and show them off to friends. Another concern is the changing times, of how much house owners benefit from guard dogs. I was thinking about this lately, until I’ve seen the movie Mission Impossible again yesterday and noticed that unbelievable security system they breached where even the temperature in the protected room is being monitored. But what tickled my interest in alarm system is the voice and eye check one had to go through. ALARM SYSTEM! Yes, that is probably what I need, though not as magnanimous as that in M.I. I’ve heard of these but do not actually given it much of a thought before. With this, I can have security at home though I don’t have a dog to bark.

Technology boost really is mighty splendid!

ASSISTING YOU TO EAT LESS

2010-03-17T18:14:00.002+08:00

In connection to the last 2 posts, people have their own weaknesses! And if EATING is your weakness and it’s the only hindrance to your achieving your goal of living your dream of reaching that desired body weight…then THAT IS WHERE YOU SHOULD FOCUS, the very root cause of your problem. In so saying, in solving every problem and in curing any disease you have to target the root cause. Yours will be EATING TOO MUCH.

I have seen obese patients severely affected with their body weight and total persona that have developed psychological disorder because of it. Some remains sane but still emotionally disturbed thus likewise unstable. One may simply be bothered by it, but came out to be insecure, a resolved recluse, fear of the society…pointing to one conclusion: unhappiness.

We all deserve to be happy and so it is but right for us to find ways to be happy. What to do now? Again, KNOW YOUR PROBLEM AND IT’S ROOT CAUSE. Here it’s obviously obesity due to overeating. Advised action you may not be aware of that is being done by many people already and has time and again proven safe and effective is Bariatric Surgery. With this you will be able to take your fill and eat as much as your stomach will allow you. Thus now you can definitely have control because of the feeling of fullness you will not want to have more; equally, you will be losing the weight you have been forever hoping to lose effecting change not only in your body but also in your perspective as people accepts you more and more back into their circle.

Your dream is within your reach…but the decision would have to be done after thinking it over not just once, twice, but thrice because this time you will be undergoing surgery. Though proven safe, surgery nonetheless that gives the body physiologic stress and would need time and adjustment. If you believe this to be minor as compared to what you are going through half of your life being fat or obese and being shunned by the society you have to live with…then by all means let the wheels go in motion!

GREATER SLIMMING OPTIONS

2010-03-17T17:32:00.003+08:00

That last post about sweets made me think more seriously about weight loss, and the frustration that I believe to be felt by most as well for not accomplishing the goal of achieving the right weight. Either because you are off to work or preparing for it at five o’clock in the morning (or even earlier) and be home by nine o’clock in the evening leaving you less than an hour to clean up, eat and let the food digest a little before having your nightcap for the much needed 7-8 hours sleep; or you have a physiologic incapacity to go jogging, participate in aerobic exercise, Taebo or whatever exercise routine you believe to be affecting weight loss; or just plain and simply not an exercise person. Parallel to this will be following the strict diet pattern your dietitian gives you that you cannot stop promising yourself that “tomorrow I will truly adhere to it”.

Why go into such torture and sacrifice when others get to attain their goal easily with the help of other SLIMMING OPTIONS founded for this reason: be happy and content and still shed excess weight and reach desired body weight.

It is just a matter of choosing which product and which company to trust and assure you. There are SLIMMING TEA’S, SLIMMING CAPSULES, SLIMMING CREAMS, SLIMMING BEVERAGES…etcetera, etcetera. Review their products and see what most fits you and achieve that goal in no time…and no sweat!

SWEET TOOTH

2010-03-16T12:06:00.004+08:00

Sweet tooth me is having difficulty resisting the urge to have my dessert at Sugar House upon seeing their mouth watering cakes. I feel my legs taking me inside each time I pass and see from their glass counter cakes and pastries begging me to bite them. I can almost feel the creamy taste melting in my mouth now. The aroma of coffee and cake combination will undo whatever resistance I have each time.

Thank God I'm gifted with a small frame and not so many fat cells, because if not, I definitely will be looking like our refrigerator in no time. But this does not stop me from limiting and do a stronger hold of my urge by trying not to pass through Sugar House.

Yes, it is alright to have some to satisfy a craving. Not "some everyday", but just "some as treat". Especially since I have a family history of Diabetes, I am more prone to having one as well. And being single, I don't want to end up losing my curves which I know men values still. Thus, with exercise, I try to shed off the calories I take and a little more of that exercise in case I decided to take a treat of a slice of those heavenly cakes! It is just a matter of taking full responsibility. DO NOT CONTROL THOSE CRAVINGS BUT MANAGE THEM so as to avoid rebellion and taking too much with overly wanting it. We know ourselves better than anyone else and so we can tell at which point we have to give in to a craving. HAVE SOME and DO NOT DENY YOURSELF OF THE DELIGHT OF SUCH GOODNESS!

DROOL OVER MERCEDES BENZ

2010-03-16T11:42:00.003+08:00

Driving a long the Highway, it always makes me drool whenever I see an MB pass me by. I love the black or gray or chrome with light tint color. Very elegant. I can't help but imagine myself in it and as I pull-out of this salivating baby, I see myself with an attache case, dressed in fine corporate attire and door being held by the concierge. POOF! Dream has to end with a blast of horn.

Of course, it is not surprising for anyone to crave to have such a magnificent looking car. and MB has been with us for ages. Even in a row of vintage cars, you won't miss the spot where it stand gleaming, proud. I believe it's not just the exterior but the interior as well of every model is magnificently made. And it even gets better with the parts. It will definitely not let you down when it comes to QUALITY! It is one of the bests in the history of cars!

Can anyone attest to that? You among the lucky owners of my dream car?

HAVE AN E-LIBRARY

2010-03-16T11:12:00.005+08:00

I love to read...and my mom is at losing ends not knowing where to put my stack of books already. Filled are my book cases (inside and outside my room), should-have-been-cupboards, "under's"like under the bed, under the table, under the sink; our house can be called a library almost. BUT I just don't have the heart to part with books that I still read over and over.

Well, until I learned about acquiring a copy inside my pc. HOW NEAT CAN THAT BE!!! I'm sure my mom will love me even more when I tell her about this E-book. All I need to do is to click and search then download and save. Then I'll have my very own E-Library!

BRIDGE COMMUNICATION GAP THROUGH MOBILE

2010-03-16T10:57:00.006+08:00

Decades ago it's just snail mails that takes forever to reach it's destination and back for the reply. But now, it's mere seconds for you to have an answer to an urgent message.

And so there is NO reason at all for you to say you have communication gap with your relatives or friends. Bridge that gap with your mobile. And it's so easy to have one these days even at a cheap cost. And because mobile networks understood that need as well is offering a great number of plans and even with free mobile phones. Grab these superb chance and be in constant communication with love ones.

OUR NEED FOR FASHION

2010-03-16T10:28:00.004+08:00

It is has been since the first man and woman that body protection and covering had been founded. If before it has been a "need" to have something on, now it's more than that...because now it also is for the "want". Clothing and dressing up evolved through time; from materials to styles.

Fashion came through and people from every corner of the globe have their own trends and craze. Not only the city folks have certain "norms of the society" to follow. Even the natives in tribes have their own to consider. It may not be ALL the same in every part of the globe, but certainly everyone has it. And we go along with it if we consider ourselves a part of that group, tribe, cluster, clan, society, norm or whatever you call the circle you are in.

In our generation, fashion is more likely being adapted in the cities all over from country to country since trends are almost carried through the wind. With the technological advancement, word travels so fast that it can be passed on in a snap. With fashion cultural differences are almost insignificant. At times, even the climate differences do not matter. May the country have four seasons or two, boots are being used. May it be snowing or just raining trench coats are being worn. People simply want to try and be part of the latest fashion.

Every activity have certain "in" things, or trendy outfits and gears. Camping shoes, summer look, hiking attire, sporty apparel...name it, you have it. And it is normally just part of living. So why not if you can afford to. One just have to be smart shopper.

NEED A WEDDING PLANNER

2010-03-12T14:44:00.003+08:00

Your dream coming true has to be treated nicely. Your wedding is finally to take place, and it has to be the best it can ever be. You have pictured it a dozen times already; since childhood you have it in your mind…but it’s much, much easier to plan it in your head than in reality. And you definitely do not want to have the slightest glitch to happen on your special day!

Then what you need is a wedding planner. They can iron out any crease to prevent uneven paths even to that very day. That’s what they are trained to do, and they go through it almost to perfection…”no sweat!” They see to the tiniest detail. From the invitation, the setting, the flowers, the music, the band, the entourage, the gowns, the food, the caterers, the reception, the honeymoon…the “everything you can think of”. And they have ideas you never thought possible. If you find that the plan is fabulous, they still have something to offer to make it more fabulous.

Of course you can do them all if you want, just promise not to blame anyone for any flop! No regrets? Well, why settle for less if you can have the best. Find the Best Wedding Planner and have the Best Wedding you can ever have!

TRAVEL AROUND THE WORLD

2010-03-12T08:51:00.005+08:00

Who would not want to see the marvelous creation made for man? There's so much to see and you cannot do so at one place, at one time. Travel the world over and experience the implausible reality that you can’t live enough to enjoy them all…thus, do not let the attainable pass you by.

Board the plane and fly above the clouds. Just make sure to choose the best flight, the best airline to truly take you to your destination with none to the least hassle. Witness the rising sun lick the horizon as it slowly embrace the land of your ancestors. Or see it at sun down at a place never before reached by your forefathers.

Take the tour offered by many guides in every country, because they definitely know best which destination spots will take your breath away. Travel with ease and comfort if you can and love the splendor of living. Book yourself in 5 star hotels or world class resorts. Go island hopping if you want. Life can only be lived once, so live it as grand a you can. What you lived and worked for cannot be taken to the next life anyways!

MODERN LIVING

2010-03-12T07:39:00.002+08:00

I have always dreamed of having a nice place to go home to…and nothing nicer but my dream house. My dream, a modern way of living with a magnificent pool to splash away the heat of the day or dip in at balmy nights. It actually need not be a gigantic place but a place to call my own. A place I designed or agreed with, with landscapes to drool over and a kitchen to die for. I definitely would love modern furniture than old-fashioned antiques.

Imagine the magnificent view from a far where you see not a cold structure, but an inviting place one would utter "home sweet home"; with blossoms and greens; tranquility of the sound of water; scent of freshness. And as you walk in, you see capturing speak and clean white's and metals. Around will be superb big and small equipment and things you see fit. Plush sofa's and coaches, entertainment system to widen your eyes...BUT there is warmth and comfort with the presence of individuality of those residing. In my mind I picture the cozy receiving area beside the pool, the femininity of the master’s bedroom and the adjoining bathroom and walk in closet.

Life can be so much fun to live...if you can only live your dream.