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Balsamic Herb

2012-02-23T19:39:00.000-05:00

I figure out that if I am going to buy something cheap and is imported not coming from China I have to go to Big Lots. I am impressed of there products there because many comes from Italy. Like these Balsamic Herb vinaigrette that only cost $2.00 is awesome. I even dip my fish here because I love the taste. Hubby put this in our salad and it has a good taste compare to just olive oil. The red peppers is good for my vinegar dipping it's not too hot just very mild and it is my kind of pepper.

Income at Home

2012-02-23T19:20:00.004-05:00

I have been a homemaker for almost eight years now and looking for an extra Income at Home is fun as well as a great reward. Every time I learn something in the internet that could make money, I would like to know how it goes. However, I do not jump right away I have to see to it that what I am doing is legit as well as it is not a fraud. Earning money at home while taking care of the household, is a good feeling that hubby notice it right away. It makes my mind and disposition always excited because I do not know what comes next. I am the kind of person who is very competitive and to reach my goal to earn good money working at home makes me happy.

Piniritong Paksiw

2012-02-23T18:26:00.002-05:00

Here in Michigan we have to drive at least 45 minutes just to buy fish. I have to buy different kind of fish and Galunggong is one of them. Last week a friend of mine cook galungong and it was just so yummy. The other day I was craving for fish, and I remember my friends way of cooking galungong. I first cook the fish in a paksiw way, then I fry the fish then after frying I put it back to where I fry the fish, and voila it's an instant fish cuisine, lol!! And can you imagine me eating all those fish alone? Well not in one day but for several days, lol!

Linking this post to FOOD FRIDAY

Online Business Systems

2012-02-23T18:05:00.005-05:00

I always like to browse in the internet. I like to look information in the internet until I read an Online Business Systems. It sound high tech and it sound all there works is in the internet. I read further that Online has been on the “Best Workplaces in Canada” list for five consecutive years. Since, 1986, Online has been increasing productivity and innovation for clients through planning, transforming, and managing their IT environments. I was not wrong with my first thought that this company is all about working with the internet. I read further and know that it has 6 offices and 250 professionals across North America, who guide/clients in the Health, Energy, Telecommunications, Agribusiness, Insurance/Financial Services, and Justice & Public Safety sectors across North America. Now I know why the systems of many of the companies or businesses are doing well is because a certain Online Business Systems are helping them achieve there goals. That is awesome!

Income At Home

2012-02-23T17:49:00.004-05:00

I was at church the other day for a class and before my class begun, our leader talked to me about what she heard on the radio. She asked me if I know what is going on in the Philippines about what he heard on the radio. I asked her what is it all about and she told me it is about people there are starving for food. I was stunned and I do not know what to say because I never heard of the news but it is not impossible. In fact, few years ago, somebody died of hunger and even if I do not know the person, I felt I am guilty.

To be upfront with this issue I know and every body know that many try just to survive this days. One family who is paying mortgages and too much bills with kids in school and only one breadwinner is of course having a hardship these days. Not only families who are suffering hardships this days but everybody does. That is when people are willing to know how to make an Incomeathome without getting out there and leaving the kids in some bodies care. I am a stay at home wife and I am glad I learn how to earn an Income at Home by searching on the internet because until now I am enjoying it.

Pancit Canton

2012-02-22T13:07:00.001-05:00

One of my comfort food is Pancit Canton. It is very easy to cook I had to boil a water damp the noodles into the boiling water and when it is soft strain then put on the plate. The pancit canton package has a seasoning inside and that is what I mixed to the noodles. It is yummy specially in a weather like this, cold!

Life Insurance

2012-02-22T12:59:00.002-05:00

Do you have a life insurance? Many people are talking about insurances this days and I for one do not have a life insurance. I am in my mid 40’s and if I am going to get a life insurance how much does it cost for me every month. I found this website Advantage Term Life online and in there website you can fill out a form and compare the rates to other insurance company. For me it was a very cool thing to do because not all people know how insurances are computed. I was browsing the site and a best rate came out when I fill the form. I get excited and look for a term policy and whole policy and what these two words mean. I am very lucky to find this site because I learn a lot just browsing and reading all the information it give. Now I am determine to get a life insurance for me!

Lia Sophia

2012-02-22T12:41:00.002-05:00

I think women do love jewelries. I also have known a few who says they don’t care much of any kind of jewelries. Well I am with the first batch of women because I do love jewelries may it be real or fancy. The first time I learn Lia Sophia jewelry is from a friend. After I know these products I look at there brochure and here they are so stunning and very fancy looking jewelries. One time a friend had a party in her house and she was selling Lia Sophia jewelries. I think I purchase one necklace and get a good discount from it. Until now it is pretty and I use it often when ever I go. For night out I like wearing jewelries it added to the glamorous style I have set for the night. And Lia Sophia is just right for me.

Bob Beck Sales Expert

2012-02-22T12:29:00.002-05:00

Do you find hard to sale something? Moreover, do you know some people who could not sale any stuff anywhere and any time? My Dad is a very good sales representative as well as my sister. My brother and me are shy to sale anything. In this generation, already a sales guru like Bob Beck Sales Expert is willing to train people. For me it is a great investment to take this kind of training. As many people know, Bob Beck Sales Expert is the person who could do the magic on you. For the fact that he has given a title expert that means, he is good in training people like me who are shy. I learn too that to have a sales training is an addition to a skill that many do not have. That I think for me I would try to invest in this training because it will boost my self-confidence as well as my self-esteem.

Signtronix

2012-02-22T12:25:00.001-05:00

Signtronix software is the nations leading producer of outdoor electric signage for independent business. Signtronix founded 40 years ago with one goal: provide a high-quality sign at low cost to small businesses in the United States using direct sales. Now I know where all those beautiful electric signage come from. Every time we travel, I wonder where all those signage come from and who made it. Many signage’s that I see along the road are fancy, huge and somehow I thought of how they made it. It takes a very good company to do this kind of business and Signtronix made it. I read also that Signtronix has mastered the production of signs for independent businesses across the country. Signtronix has a 70,000 square foot state-of-the-art manufacturing facility that produces one sign every 10 minutes of the day. With this kind of advertisement I am for sure any small business would be big.

Stevia Sweetener

2012-02-22T12:03:00.001-05:00

I was grocery shopping the other day and found this Stevia Sweetener. For a $1.00++ for 40 packets that is right price for me. Hubby were looking for this and talking about this for sometime but I haven't found it in the groceries that I went to or I just didn't see it. But now I guess he is enjoying this Stevia Sweetener now with his coffee.

Alliant Group

2012-02-22T11:58:00.000-05:00

We all know that our economy dwindle for how many years now but I read and I do believe that even if an economy goes down there are many entrepreneurs there who are willing to do small businesses. Moreover, many become successful but it entails a lot of hard work, time and know how of the business. It is so nice to learn from my internet browsing that a group called Alliant Group is here to help. Alliant Group has an expertise on staff to identify qualifying activities that you many have never labeled “R&D”. An activity associated with improving current products and services can qualify for tax incentives. In the same way, research and development efforts for new products and services are eligible and this is where Alliant Group can assist businesses with maximizing tax credits. How cool is that knowing that somebody out there has a know how on things like this. Because as for me if I come up with a small business I have to learn what is out there. What help could I find and if there is any I would be very grateful.

Gary Pryor

2012-02-22T11:30:00.001-05:00

Are you the kind of person who likes to read achievements of other people? I do and I like how to learn how they do such move. I always have this thought that every person has an opportunity to shine and many do. This morning I was browsing online and found several names and the first one I read about is Gary Pryor. Gary Pryor has an extensive experience in Wall Street, which began with Merrill Lynch International and the Morgan Guaranty Trust Company of New York. During his tenure at Morgan, he completed training in advanced accounting, credit analysis and corporate finance, and proved his skills in Morgan’s fixed income securities. Like him, I had an accounting degree and to know any person can reach their goal by working hard is awesome. Currently, Gary Pryor specializes in consolidation in strategy and facilitation, and works with private equity sources of capital. Now I realize that if a person works hard you reach your goal and you will be successful in all your endeavors.

Valentine & Kebartas

2012-02-22T10:55:00.002-05:00

I was browsing the internet and found read this profile Valentine & Kebartas . I was curious I read. I found out that Valentine & Kebartas is a third party collection agency. I thought of myself that is cool. I have not known any collection agency but now I do. I continue to read, I found out that Cheryl Valentine, and Bob Kebartas found it in 1994. They are involved in bankcard, retail, telecommunications, education, utilities, commercial leasing, and insurance and government sectors. Valentine & Kebartas, Inc. allows clients to achieve collection objectives and earn a higher net back by individually tailoring its services. Reading how this company operates and stick to their goals made me think that founding a business and make it successful is like taking care of a family too. How you raise a family by taking care of all the members is like in the business too. A great information I have read here and hope you all look at there website too.

Fruits Anyone?

2012-02-22T00:11:00.002-05:00

Every time I go grocery shopping one thing that I should not forget to buy are fruits. I love nibbling fruits the whole day because I don't feel hungry and it is good for us, right? Do you often buy fruits? What kind of fruit you buy?

Formal Dinner Setting

2012-02-20T21:01:00.002-05:00

Begin with the setting for an informal dinner or luncheon setting (click the highlighted words to see how it look) and add to it.

1.) White and red wine glasses ( if necessary) along with the water glasses are positioned to the left of the coffee cup.

2.) The beverage, soup and/or dessert spoons are to the right of the knife or can be brought to the table when soup or dessert is served.

3.) To dress it up more, place a charger under the dinner plate.

Actually these is my Valentines Day table setting I made it very simple.

These old look like vintage bucket I bought from SA for $3.99 and I put inside fresh evergreen and hollies.

I do like this photo after I cropped it.

Linking to NIFTY THRIFTY TUESDAY and TABLE TOP TUESDAY

Ham Roll

2012-02-19T15:30:00.001-05:00

I called this ham roll. Hubby like this that last Saturday I brought this to a friends birthday. I usually make ham but yesterday I mixed it with turkey. Before I roll the ham/turkey I spread a cream cheese, then put a green onion and then roll. Stick a toothpick to hold the roll then cut into half. That's how easy it is.

Linking to YUMMY SUNDAY

Young Coconut

2012-02-16T13:56:00.001-05:00

What the heck a bunch of friends went to Windsor, Canada just to buy groceries and fruits that we couldn't find here in Michigan. Number one is Lanzones which we found out there is no more left. So we choose to buy Longan or Lychees which is very small like a size of Lanzones but sweet. Then the second one is Young coconut and the cost $2.49 each! My mind calculate right away how much it cost if this is converted to peso and how many buko can I get with just $3.00. Mag handa ka Pilipinas pag uwi ko ubos ang buko dyan hehehe. I bought five of these buko or young coconut for hubby. It's his favorite second to fresh scampi. ^_^

Linking to FOOD FRIDAY

A Heart Ice Cubes

2012-02-15T11:32:00.000-05:00

I was in Target the other week and found this pink ice tray. Well today is Valentines Day and so here I go to the kitchen and make some ice cubes. But I have fruits that we bought yesterday and what came in my mind is to put some fruits on it. Here is what it looks like.

I put red food color.

Heart Ice cubes are ready. But won't let it use until later. Don't ask me where and how lol!! Happy Valentines day!

Linking to WHATEVER WHENEVER WEDNESDAY

Church Chairs

2012-02-13T20:30:00.000-05:00

This weekend I had so much fun. Four of my friends celebrated their birthday together and it was a blast. We all wore something red and it was very nice to see the women in red for the occasion. There is something in the red color that makes somebody look very chic and elegant. Last week hubby and I attended a party and it was fun too. There are many people who come to that church were my hubby‘s nephew is the pastor. The first time I noticed inside the church are the church furniture like the church chairs. Everywhere I go the church seating is unbelievably chic. There is something in the furniture that stands up with the rest of the furniture in the church that I had been. The first time I noticed it I thought it might be very expensive but when I asked the nephew of my hubby about the church furniture, he told me it was about right. The price is right and so the quality. His thoughts that if they would buy something cheap and the quality is not right somehow, it will broke down and they are going to buy again, which is not right. The parishioners like to have a good and strong stuff that somehow will last for a long time. My hubby’s nephew likes a not so pricey church furniture but he also agrees on a furniture that last for a long time. I remember when hubby and I went to shop for a new bed and a living room sofa. I like the cheap one and looks great but then hubby wants a durable and strong furniture though it is a bit pricey on the side. Well until now we have the same bed and living room sofa and so far we do not have problem to any of it. I think hubby is right all the time.

At My Tabletop Valentine Giveaway Winner

2012-02-10T18:52:00.000-05:00

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Business Loans

2012-02-09T22:06:00.001-05:00

I was in grade school my father teaches me how to sew. Yes, you hear it right my father who teaches me first how to sew than my mom. We had this pedal sewing machine and by learning how to sew at that age, I become to like it. However, at those times, we do not have that much money so buying textiles and threads are not a priority. We only sew when we fix something to our clothing. Then I found out that my mother’s side of the family do a great job in making huge and elaborate curtains. In addition, my sister can sew and make curtains by hand. I then thought that I have this talent of creating beautiful curtains and somehow sewing my own dress.

I was in college when I heard about my father and mother discussing about Unsecured Business Loans. They were discussing their Lines of Credit and if the Business Loan that they heard they can have it. I wonder then what kind of business they are going into and I found out it is about dressmaking. I was excited because I know that my parents could make it. It was not too soon that they began their business the banks ask many things from them. However, all the effort comes into fruition and they take off with the business they think they know how to manage.

Food Network Worst Cooks In America

2012-02-09T21:33:00.003-05:00

Did you watch Worst Cooks in America? I watch the first and the second season and every time the competition begins I am amuse. I could not believe there are people who could not cook even the simplest dish. Even frying or boiling water they could not figure it out how to do it and it made me crack up in laughter at the same time feel pity for the team. However, the transformation of the competitors from nothing to fame is marvelous it is beyond words that I in this coming third season I cannot wait to watch it again. Here is the news I am going to share to you all.

Superstar Chefs Anne Burrell and Bobby Flay transform kitchen challenged contestants in season three of primetime competition series THE FOOD NETWORK'S WORST COOKS IN AMERICA! Team Flay Battles Undefeated Series Champion Team Burrell in Returning Hit, Season Premiere Sunday, February 12 at 9pm ET/PT. As we, all know for eight long weeks this “recruits” is being challenge in different ways. Grueling in a boot camp for a worst cook in America is not easy. I see how the pressure builds up and emotions go up and down it is easy to get stress and tired while you are cooking! After watching the two seasons somehow, a winner will come out. That is what I like to see because I like to bet from the very beginning and somehow my bets landed on second and first place and a $25,000 grand prize will be awarded to the winning contestant. Therefore, friends who love to cook and those who cannot let us all watch this show together and let cheer to who ever will win after eight weeks. Here is the video that I also like to share.

Sushi Anyone?

2012-02-09T19:57:00.003-05:00

I went shopping today. After shopping I was so hungry I haven't eaten breakfast and it was past 3:00 PM. So I went to this Bangkok Restaurant which hubby and I used to visit. I ordered seafood fried rice and spring roll. I also order sushi for take out. I know it's hubby's favorite. See the box of sushi it's $10.25.

Linking to FOOD FRIDAY

FMTSO- Scavenger Hunt

2012-02-09T19:51:00.000-05:00

METAL

HAY BALER

WOOD

Our stack of wood beside the wood shed.

STONE

A huge quarry in out town.
Linking to Friday My Town Shoot Out