...Small and Simple Things...

Unplanned Vacation this Summer

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Thu, 31 May 2012 01:13:00 +0000

Summer time is fast approaching, I can't help but feel sad. I two days, the school is over. How I wish we could see my brother in -law and his family who lives in North Carolina. They wanted to see us again, too but both our family didn't plan anything for this summer together. Spending time together is quite hard for all of us money wise. We live in TX and them in NC. Driving there is not even an option since husband can take some time off to work since we already went to Utah last month. Anyway, despite of that, I still look for the cheapest hotel we can stay to in case we come up with money to spend for the unplanned vacation. It was funny because I found some nc lawyers, too while I was in searched for hotels and car rental company.

Story Book Parade

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Thu, 31 May 2012 00:16:00 +0000

Last week, we really enjoyed watching the annual story book parade at my son's school. Each grade have had a theme to present to. This year, the second grader wore something like the "pig kahuna". Most of the kids wore flip flops, modest swim wear and few of them wore sunglasses and brought surf board. I really love the school staff with their theme "itchy, itchy chicken fox." The "Fancy Nancy" is the cutest one though. Anyway, as always the marching band played some using their art tube pac. They band played perfectly. How I wish my son is old enough to join the marching band at his school. It would be fun for him to be part of it, just like his Dad who was in the band when he was a kid.

Happy Birthday, Inang (Mom)

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Wed, 30 May 2012 23:54:00 +0000

Today is my mother's birthday and I got the chance of talking to her over the phone. She is already 74 year old and still strong and full of energy. I really admire her for being such a hard working person, thoughtful, understanding, giving, and for being selfless. I couldn't ask for a better Mom than her though she is far away from me. I can still feel her love to me and my siblings.

With her only grandson, Jacob and youngest granddaughter, Ara.

Anyway, I did talk with my father, too. And I am glad to know that he is doing better now than the last time I hope to him. Both of them sounded happy to hear my voice and vice versa. I miss them both so much; how I wish I could fly right now and to be with them. Unfortunately, I don't have enough money to buy plane tickets, pocket money and some spare money to give or help them with. I really need to save every penny if I have to see them Christmas of next year. To my Mom, I wish you can ready this, just want you to know that I love and miss you and Dad so much.

Worldwide Products and Services Tests and Reviews

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Sat, 26 May 2012 19:50:00 +0000

Sometimes when you travel overseas, it is very hard to find the products or services you need. Unfortunately you ended up buying the stuff that really didn't meet your need. Most of the time it broke easily because the quality is not as good as the one you have back home. Anyway, worry no more for there is a website you can go to for help. This website called Toried can help you find the things or services you need without any problem. Toried is a company that tests and reviews products and services. It also collects important information from many sources worldwide to give you the most correct info , thus giving you the top 5 rankings whether of the products and services. Knowing this site, I don't have to worry about which services or products meet my need without worry of wasting my hard earned money.

Great Discount on Office Furniture

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Fri, 18 May 2012 18:15:00 +0000

Shopping for a new scanner/printer can be overwhelming sometimes. With all the brand name to choose from, choosing the best one not an easy task. We went to two office store/shop before we found the one we think is best for our need and budget. I am glad that hubby put it into work right away. Now, what do we do with the old one? I think my brother can use it in his internet cafe, and that can give him extra income. It's will not be wasted after all. The office store we went to also sell home office desks, other office furniture, office desks. They even offer discount office furniture for a limited time. If we only need an office furniture, we could have bought one for a cheaper price. Oh well, maybe next time...hopefully they offer great discount again.

Wishing He Would Love Reading

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Fri, 11 May 2012 00:29:00 +0000

Here is my son, Jacob reading his Book of Mormon. I really like seeing him read his scriptures because this little guy hates to read. I just wished he would read without being told especially his 20 minutes reading time each day on top of his weekly guided reading.

Husband and I read to him, too every morning before Jacob goes to school so far is doing well. I read a lot, too but not the regular books, but online. Hubby reads a lot as well.

File an Actos Lawsuit Now!

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Fri, 11 May 2012 00:10:00 +0000

Being diabetic is not fun at all. I was diagnosed with type2 diabetes about four years ago and to tell you I am still on a saga. At first, my doctor prescribed me with an oral medication to treat it. It worked for a little while. The, my A!C got out of control that I have to take an insulin which I really didn't want because I hate needles. And so, my husband has to give me a shot at least once a day. Now, my blood glucose is under control now. Hopefully, someday soon, I'll be insulin free. Anyway, for those diabetic who took an actos to control their diabetes and have gotten bad side effect, you can file an actos lawsuit. This is necessary so that the makers of the said medicine takes responsibility for the damage it did to you and your health. You have to act now!

Too May Things To Do, So Little Time

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Thu, 03 May 2012 14:50:00 +0000

I've got a lot of things to do today like laundry, putting away clean clothes that has been sitting in the laundry baskets for weeks now, dust furniture, mop floors, clean bathrooms, change bedding, clean refrigerator, microwave, oven and washing the windows. Just thinking about these chores makes me tired. But I don't have any choice but do them before my in-laws get here on Saturday noon. I still need to go for a walk. Oh man, I can use some hands, but oh well....I don't have to finish all of them today. I still have one more day which would be tomorrow. Hopefully, by tomorrow, all are done so hubby and I can go grocery shopping. Too many things to do, so little time. Oh and I still need to finish some opps/tasks before they expire today.

Annual Kidney Check Up

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Wed, 02 May 2012 21:29:00 +0000

The other day was my annual exam for my kidney transplant. The lady drew 10 tubes of blood from me. I didn't realize that till I counted the tubes and I was like, really? Ten tubes of blood is a lot! Oh, well I guess they need more blood than I thought. I also submitted a 24 hour urine collection. After the lab work is done, I headed to x ray, ekc and sonogram which are normal procedures to check the status of the kidneys. Anyway, with all the things that was going on with me that day, I thought of my Aunt who works at Walmart in Florida. She probably had her blood testing Orlando FL. She said they also did blood tests as one of the requirement before she started her job there. I am glad she passed the blood works and stuffs.

European Car, My Kind of Car!

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 15:19:00 +0000

I sure like European cars like Audi and BMW. I think they are kind of cute and really well made and reliable. Buying a “Used Audi" or “Used BMW" is the best way to buy a car for it is less expensive and you get what you want for it is still runs like a new car. Anyway, if you live in U.K. and would like to purchase Used Cars, you should click the links provided here. On this website you'll find the car you are looking for. Finding the car is easy for they have plenty of models and make to choose from, from Audi to BMW they've got you cover. How I wished I live there so I can buy the European car I want like the BMW. O well, maybe someday when I have the means to buy it and have it ship here in United States :-).

My Productive Day

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 23:04:00 +0000

Today, I made myself busy doing things that I have neglected doing for years. First I did walk for 30 minutes on the treadmill, and exercising using ball for 10 minutes, plus I have been busy cooking meals for dinner. I felt good not spending too much time in front of my computer. Being a couch potato added as much weight I could add in my body. Now, I decided to make my everyday productive from now on. I am so glad my husband has been understanding and supportive of me. I love him and loves me more by letting me do the things I want to do without questions and I feel very lucky for that. I hope and pray that I can continue doing what is right for my health and well being. I know I can do it for I have done this before.

A Need to Lose Weight Safely

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 19:38:00 +0000

When it comes to weight loss, I always like to lose weight safely. On the other hand, my husband is the opposite of me. He thinks skipping meals is one way to lose weight fat! And I don't agree with that. I just think skipping meals is wrong. It is dangerous to ones health; Oh well, I did my part to tell him he is wrong, but still he continue to skip at least a meal a day. No wonder why he has hard time losing weight because his way is not only right but ineffective.

I joined this biggest loser competition that started two days ago and I was hoping to lose at least 8% of my current body weight. And If I loss that 8% or more, then I would win a $1,000! Yes, what a great way to lose weight. My husband is all over me saying that I need to win this. So he kept cheering me up to go and go more exercise and eat sensible meals. I hope and pray to win, not because of the money, but because it would be good for my over all health and well being. If I win, good...and if not it's fine, too at least I loss a lot of weight.

I Love Our Honeycomd Shades

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 19:11:00 +0000

Almost three years ago, we purchase a newly built house in the East part of Dallas. We had the chance of choosing our own floor, windows treatments, and did a lot of updates before the builder finally built it. Husband and I were overwhelmed with many choices to make. Not to mention the appliances and mortgage company as well as home insurance. But it was all worth it now when we think back of all the things we went through. We are now happy and satisfied homeowners of a new house. As we all know, summer here in Texas is crazy. Anyway,the temperature goes up to 3 digits and it can be very, very hot. Good thing even though it was kind of expensive, hubby and I decided to install honeycomb shades on almost all the windows in our home because we wanted to save money from electric bill. So far, our electric bills is always lower than we used to pay when we were still living in the north part of Texas. I am glad we are enjoying the cool temperature in the comfort of our own home without getting broke.

Proline, an Important Part of Musician's Life

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 19:10:00 +0000

For the firs time in my life, I was able to see our church leader spoke in person when we attended the Semi - Annual General Conference for LDS church. It was my first time also to see the Mormon Tabernacle choir sung live. I can not describe my feeling when Pres. Monson enter the conference room, the spirit was very strong and everyone was so quit. And when he spoke, he spoke with spirit and power from on high. The Mormon Tabernacle choir sung angelically. Oh man, it was an amazing experienced for me and my family. When the choir sung I notice they have many musicians in front playing musical instruments. Each uses proline. I wonder where the church bought those prolines; they looks neatly. Also in every chapel we have at least three prolines. Indeed, the church spend a lot of money in terms of musical and stuffs like that.

He Needs A New Car

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 18:54:00 +0000

My husband's car which is Toyota Avalon is already old but is still running well, except lately, he told me has has been hard time starting it. Probably it needs a spark plug replacement which is by the way very expensive to be replaced. I joke about him that he needs a new car for his car is like 12 year old! He said he will try to replace the spark plug himself, all he needs to do is figure out how to do it himself just so we can save money. I trust my husband that he can do it. He is a handyman and we hardly hire someone to do a lot of house repair, and car job for he does everything. He is a genius, too! I hope we can get an affordable car loan when it is time for us to trade that old car into a new one. I heard that car title loans Massachusetts is great. If only we live there, then we would be able afford to buy a new car now without second thoughts. Oh well, I think we just needs to be patient and pretty sure we would have some saving when the right time comes.

Cufflinks for Hubby

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 04:55:00 +0000

During our trip to Utah last week, I almost bought my husband cufflinks, but he couldn't find the ones he likes. So, I bought him a tie tack instead. My son got one as well a baseball with the "ctr" on curved on it. Actually both tie tacks are kind of cute. I purchased few things for myself, too. I got myself a couple of necklaces, and a bell for my bell collections :-). Anyway, I would look for cufflinks at redenvelope's cufflinks page, and I am pretty sure I'd be able to find the one he likes. I have been to their website before and I remembered seeing cufflinks, tie tacks and etc...there.

Nice Accessory for their Motorbikes

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 01:00:00 +0000

As a birthday present for his daughter, my brother bought my niece a motorbike she can use as she travels from home to school. At first, I was like 'what?' What were you thinking? Don't you think it is dangerous for her to ride a motorbike on such a busy road? Then, my niece told me that she is only going to ride it around the campus. Then, finally I was able to breath normally, lol. I think she needs a cortech sport saddlebags for her motorbike. Her can use one, too for his motorcycle.Alright, since this thing s not cheap, I need to start saving so that I can but both of them these accessories for their motorbike and motorcycle. Sounds like a good plan, don't you think? Hopefully, I will have enough before Christmas is here.

The Need to Learn Things on My Own

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:02:00 +0000

It's tax filing time again; and if you need some help regarding tax preparation, you need to contact an accounting firm just like the accounting raleigh nc. They can help you with you tax problems and stuffs like that. I need to tell my friend about it since she lives near NC. I really want to help her, but being miles away from her, I can only refer her to this firm. I am glad I don't have to do our tax since my husband does this instead of me. Sometimes unexpected things happen and I need to learn to do this myself and not be totally dependent on my husband. You'll never know what will happen next, right?

Ways to Stay Looking Young

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 05:19:00 +0000

As 30 has come and gone and 40 creeps up on me, I’ve been thinking a lot about the best ways to keep my look fresh. Our culture is certainly youth-obsessed and everyone likes to look their best. However, it’s also important to explore your style and look in a way that reflects your true self, rather than the latest runway trend. Here are some tips for looking as good as you feel:

Protect and Love Your Skin

It’s easy to think that a new eye shadow or better blush will make your skin look better, and it might. But it’s also important to focus on the bare bones of skin health and protection. Often, as we get older, we fall into a skin care routine that we developed at a younger age. It’s time to stop and think about the products you’re using and if they’re really doing as much for your skin as you’d like.
Personally, I’ve struggled with adult acne and, until about a year ago was using an acne-fighting cleanser on my whole face. I hadn’t realized the drying effects this had until I stopped using it for a week; my fine lines and wrinkles were much less apparent as the drying effects of the cleanser subsided.
Your own skin’s issues might be different, but a little scrutiny can help you identify problems that the products you’re using might actually be exacerbating. Personally, I prefer gentle cleansers, such as Neutrogena’s natural line or even Johnson & Johnson’s baby wash, paired with a sensitive skin moisturizer with sun protection, like something from Oil of Olay. Facials with extractions from a cosmetology professional every few months can help clear up chronically clogged pores. A spot treatment for acne, such as Persa-Gel 10 can be a better bet than an acne-specific face wash.

Play on Popular Styles

While we all have our own individual styles, it’s fun to keep up with trends as they come and go. As I get older, I’m realizing that true style consciousness doesn’t necessarily mean adopting every single look I see on the runway. It means selecting pieces and accents that fit my current style and my professional life. For example, this spring, chunky, ankle-strap white heels are all the rage, and these are something I can easily adopt into my wardrobe; long, see-through embroidered gowns – not so much.

Invest in a Quality Foundation

Drugstore foundation has its place, but the skin of the adult woman isn’t it. I know that high-quality foundation is expensive – costing $40 and up for a little bottle, but trust me, it’s worth it (and it will last a while). The professionals in Sephora and high-end department stores can also help you find the perfect match for your tone and color, which you definitely can’t do at the neighborhood pharmacy or grocery store. I personally like the brand Makeup Forever HD, but there are many good options out there.

Love Your Muscles

Incorporating light yoga and stretching into my life on a regular basis has completely changed the way I see my body. While the physical effects are definitely restorative and make my body feel more alive, it’s also been great for my body image to really spend time with my body appreciating all it can do. Also great for muscles: getting a massage every few months from a trained massage therapist. What a difference a massage from someone who knows what they’re doing can make. I highly recommend it!

Sources

Fashionologie (2012)
Princeton University Health Services (2012)

They suspended My Blog

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 23:26:00 +0000

Late last year, I have found out that the company who hosted one of my blogs had suspended my account with them without informing me. I just realized what they did when one day I couldn’t access my blog at all. I didn't know what the problem was and did the best I could to fix the problem but to no avail. Finally, I got a hold of them after trying to contact them through phone. They told me that they suspended my account because I wasn't paying for it. Duh, I have been renewing it for the last three years, and then all of a sudden they were telling me that I wasn't paying. I didn't want to argue with them, so I just asked them what will I do to pay to activate my account again, but told me that they don't do that anymore and that they can refer me to some web hosting company they know. I just said forget it since it's kid of expensive to do that. I just asked if they can send me the activation code so I can use it when I finally get a company to host my website. Thankfully, they agreed to send it to my email.

After that experienced, I decided not to use that company again ever! I am glad to have found a company to host my websites who is reliable and can be trusted. I tell you, I never thought that such company exists. Imagine suspending my account without telling me is not acceptable.

Anyway, I still have two blogs/sites that needs to be hosted and I am now looking for a web hosting company that is reliable, can be trusted and that offers a lot of things that can be beneficial for my websites. I have found some company, but is leaning towards one. What made me chose this certain is that my website can be up in no time (30 minutes) compare to others that will take a week or so for a website to be up. Well, I can wait that long. I have a job to do with my website that needs immediate attention otherwise I would lose some money. With this web hosting company, I just can relax while they do the transferring for me.

Trip to Florida

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 02:53:00 +0000

Spring break almost over for my friend's children, while my son's spring break is not going to start till first of April. I don't understand why my son's school decided do have their spring break a month later. I wished they didn't do that. Now, my son and his friends didn't get the chance to play together. Plus our plan to go to the Grand Canyon together this spring didn't go through, bummer! This summer my friend and her family are going to Florida. They'll be staying in one of her friend's house in Tampa. They'll be needing to rent a limo tampa to take them to Disneyworld. Now, she asked me if I can find a rent a car in Tampa that is affordable. I think I need to call my cousin in Florida to see if she could recommend me one. My cousin and her family travels a lot around Florida and I am pretty sure she can help me and my friend find a car rental that offers great deals on limo rental.

Discount on Scrubs

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 02:27:00 +0000

Lately, we have been receiving a lot of flyer on the mail. It's been overwhelming! I feel like we are collecting junks. At first we were happy about it because it is very useful when we light our fireplace. But now that winter is almost over, we don't know where to put them in. Then, I thought about recycling it.; and decided to finally drop it at recycle area close to our house. But first I need to go through it to see if there is a flyer I can give to my friend, something about discount scrubs. A discount coupon can save her a few bucks when she buys a new medical scrub. She said that scrubs can be expensive sometimes and a few bucks can save her a lot if she buys more than one pair of her uniform. It would be nice if I could be of help in anyway I can even if it just a few dollar or more.

File an Actos Lawsuit

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 02:43:00 +0000

Diabetes is a life threatening disease and million of American suffer from it including me. I remember when I first diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, I was very scared! So, when the doctor told me to exercise, eat healthy diet, and limit sugar intake as well as carbs, I immediately followed his advised. Luckily, I was able to manage my diabetes. People said that "once a diabetic, always a diabetic." After few months, the doctor put me on oral medication; good thing it was the actos otherwise I could have suffered from actos bladder cancer. I heard that some people took this medication and have been diagnosed with bladder cancer . It is so sad :-(; now they need to file an actos lawsuit for the company, Takeda Phamaceuticals for not doing thorough or enough research before putting the drug on the market. Many of the Actos users who did contract bladder cancer have filed a suit against Takeda performed before putting the drug on the market. So, if you are one of them, you have the a legal right to file a lawsuit....do it now before it is too late!

Excited for the Spring

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 05:23:00 +0000

Springtime is one of my favorite season aside from fall because it keeps me busy outdoor. I can do some gardening, mow the lawn, walk, ride bike or simply just sit outside on my a outdoor chair reading my books. Talking about spring, I couldn't wait till it's spring break so we can go to Utah to attend the semi - annual General Conference of the church (LDS). It will be our first time to see the prophet speaks to us face to face. After that event, we will do some camping around that state before finally going home. Too bad we planned on driving to Las Vegas to see my sister in - law and her boyfriend, but due to the fact that renting a car would costs us $400 when we return the car in Vegas instead of Utah, what a bummer. We figured flying would be better...and that's what we are planning to do.

Safety First Before Anything Else

noreply@blogger.com (Cecile) — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 05:10:00 +0000

Safety of my family is one of my most priority in life. I'll do everything to protect them. Since I only have one child, I am very protective of him. I worry a lot especially when my son is outside home. But sad to say that I don't have control of everything around him when he is not home. My husband teases me when I share with him some of my worries about my son. Well, can you blame me? We already loss our first child, I couldn't afford to lose another one again. I don't know what were a church friend in - laws were thinking when they didn't put pool fences around their swimming pool. Because of that mistake, they loss one of their grandchildren who is only 2 year old when he died. If they couldn't afford to put fences for their swimming pool, they could have at least kept an eye of that child very closely. I felt bad for my friend. I am pretty sure that after that incident, the first thing they did was call a company that installs pool fences.