enigma of my destination

zumba fitness

2011-10-04T12:00:00.000-07:00

It's my second day with zumba fitness and I'm loving it! i need it since i think im gaining weight with all the huge servings i usually eat when my husband and i go out for a date. we love eating! hamburgers and ice cream, i know both are deadly combination and burning it can be tiresome. but with zumba, i enjoy while i burn those fats. :D

you can purchase it at amazon by clicking this link: http://www.amazon.com/Zumba-Fitness-Total-Transformation-System/dp/B002HZ4XMC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1317754152&sr=8-1

you can buy new ~~$69.95~~ $53.25

4 new from $53.25 3 used from $49.95

Get it by Wednesday, Oct 5 if you order in the next 4 hours and choose one-day shipping. FREE SHIPPING!!!- amazon give affordable price you can buy online. :D

happy shopping. and happy dancing the zumba style. . :D

my sample k1 adjustment of status cover letter

2011-09-27T08:56:00.000-07:00

a request from my good friend ate Lovely (k-1 visa like me) who's trying to fill up all the forms to adjust her status. HERE IT IS ATE GOOD LUCK.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Citizenship and Immigration Services
P.O. Box 805887
Chicago, IL 60680-4120

ORIGINAL SUBMISSION

RE: I- 485 Application to Adjust Status for NAME, A# number

Maiden Name:

Petitioner: NAME OF AMERICAN CIT SPOUSE

Concurrently filing: Form: I-765 Application For Employment Authorization;

Form I-131 Application for Advance Parole

To Whom It May Concern:

Enclosed please find Form I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, a $1070 payment for both application and biometric service fees; Form I-765, Application For Employment Authorization; Form I-131 Application for Advance Parole and all supporting documents. My eligibility is based on admission as the fiancee of NAME., a U.S. citizen and our subsequent marriage within 90 days of entry. We are filling this Adjustment of Status application together.

Contents include:

G-1145 E-notification of Application/Petition

Payment in the amount of $1,070.00 payable to U.S. Department of Homeland Security (personal cheque)

Form I-485 and supporting documents

Copy of passport (Biographical Page) with non immigrant K1visa

Copy of U.S. Citizen Spouse’s U.S. Passport

Copy of Applicant’s K-1 Fiancee Visa with entry stamp

Copy of I-797 Notice of Action, Approval Notice of Fiancee Petition

Copy of Applicant’s Valid Form I-94 (front and back page)

Copy of Intending Immigrant’s Birth certificate

Copy of Applicant’s Certificate of No Marriage

Copy of Marriage Certificate

Form G-325A, Biographic Data Sheet of Intending Immigrant and supporting documents

2 passport-style photos of non-US Citizen Spouse

Form G-325A, Biographic Data Sheet of U.S. Citizen Spouse and supporting documents

2 passport-style photos of US Citizen Spouse

I-693 Vaccination Supplement Form in Sealed Envelope from Civil Surgeon

Copy of U.S. Department of State Vaccination Document received during K-1 Medical Exam

Form I-864, Affidavits of Support completed by U.S. Citizen Spouse and supporting documents

Copy of U.S. Citizen Spouse’s U.S. Passport

Copy of U.S. Citizen Spouse Certificate of Citizenship

U.S. Citizen Spouse’s Evidence of Employment from _____

Copies of Income Tax returns for 2009,2010

Copies of U.S. Citizen Spouse’s W-2 for 2008,2009, 2010

Copies of U.S. Citizen Spouse’s Recent Pay Stubs

Bank Statement of U.S. Citizen Spouse

Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization

· 2 passport-style photos of applicant

· Photocopy of passport biographical page and K1 visa page

· Photocopy of Form I-94 Arrival/Departure record

· Copy of Marriage certificate (to show name change)

Form I-131, Application for Travel Document

· 2 passport-style photos of applicant

· Statement of circumstances that warrant issuance of advance parole

· Photocopy of passport biographical page and K1 visa page

· Photocopy of Form I-94 Arrival/Departure record

· Copy of Marriage certificate (to show name change)

Copies of documents submitted are exact photocopies of unaltered documents and we understand that we may be required to submit the original documents to an Immigration officer at a later date.

Sincerely,

NAME, A# and NAME

Foreign Spouse Name,A# and U.S. Citizen Spouse Name

win a free trip!

2011-09-23T12:34:00.000-07:00

same as all the other avid fan of free stuff, winning a free travel online is tiresome. but still free. so i looked up and managed to summarize all the authorized spam free contests one can join. :D

FREE TRAVEL CONTEST/SWEEPSTAKES: Win a Bahamas Cruise on the Norwegian Sky
ENTER BY: September 29, 2011
GRAND PRIZE: Four-day, three-night Bahamas cruise for two on Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Sky departing from the port of Miami. ARV: $1,000.
ENTER HERE
LEARN MORE ABOUT NORWEGIAN SKY
FREE TRAVEL CONTEST/SWEEPSTAKES: Win 2 Roundtrip First Class Airplane Tickets
ENTER BY: September 30, 2011
GRAND PRIZE: Two roundtrip First Class flight awards to one of the 14 airports where American Airlines offers Five Star Service; Five Star Service for two at the airport; and a $5,000 gift card to be applied toward a five-night stay at a five-star hotel, dinner at a five-star restaurant and private car service to and from the airport. ARV: $15,350.
ENTER HERE
LEARN MORE ABOUT LUXURY TRAVEL
FREE TRAVEL CONTEST/SWEEPSTAKES: Win a Private Island Getaway
ENTER BY: September 30, 2011
GRAND PRIZE: $50,000 for a trip to an exotic beach. ARV: $50,000.
ENTER HERE
LEARN MORE ABOUT PRIVATE ISLANDS IN THE CARIBBEAN
FREE TRAVEL CONTEST/SWEEPSTAKES: Win a Stay at a Mexico All-Inclusive
ENTER BY: September 30, 2011
GRAND PRIZE: Three-night stay at Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa, including resort taxes. Transportation not included. ARV: $1,800.
ENTER HERE
LEARN MORE ABOUT MEXICO ALL-INCLUSIVES
FREE TRAVEL CONTEST/SWEEPSTAKES: Win a Trip to Prague
ENTER BY: October 3, 2011
GRAND PRIZE: Roundtrip coach class air transportation for two to Prague Ruzyne Airport, six days/four nights hotel accommodations, and two tickets to the Rihanna concert, scheduled to take place on December 7, 2011. ARV: $4,000.
ENTER HERE

k-1 adjustment of status

2011-09-23T12:26:00.000-07:00

To aid you in filling for your adjustment of status, make a checklist and provide all the necessary documents before sending it to the Chicago lockbox.
payment: $1070 dollars.
sample forms to help you in filling available at http://www.visajourney.com/content/examples
Source: visa journey

Payment(s) as required by USCIS. Be sure to include the payment for both the I-485 and the biometrics fee*. Use a money order so you can track the payment. If a personal check is allowed, use that instead.
2. Cover Letter. Should include a description of what your are petitioning for (I-485), a table of contents (list everything in the packet). If you need additional room to explain your case, attach a separate sheet (list the attachment on the cover sheet). Make sure to sign and date the cover sheet.
3. Form I-485: Petition for Alien Relative
4. Copy of the non US Citizen Spouses Passport (biographical page as well as entry stamps). 4a. Copy of the non US Citizen Spouses K-1 or K-3 Visa from Passport
5. K-1 Visa Holders: Submit Copy of NOA2 "Approval" for I-129F **
K-3 Visa Holders: Submit Copy of NOA2 "Approval" for I-130
6. Copy of the non US Citizen Spouses valid I-94 (front and back copies)
7. A copy of the intending immigrant's birth certificate along with English translation. (If in any language other than English)
8. A certified copy of your marriage certificate. (If filing for your spouse)
9. Two passport-type photos (see specification) of the Non US Citizen Spouse. Write the full name on the back. Place in a plastic bag and label the bag "Photo of <Insert Name>". Attach the bag to a sheet of paper and place behind the corresponding G-325a.
10. G-325A filled out, signed and dated.
11. I-693, Medical Examination of Aliens Seeking Adjustment of Status. If you are a K-1, K-2, K-3 or K-4 visa holder the I-693 instructions state that you are not required to have another medical examination as long as your Form I-485 is filed within one year of your overseas medical examination. Regardless of if you are exempt from a medical exam, you are still required to complete certain portions of the I-693 and have a Civil Surgeon certify the form (and seal it in an evelope). Specifically, you will complete Part 1 (Information about you) of the I-693 and provide both the form and your DS-3025 (if you have it, proving your vaccination history) and any proof of required vaccinations that were completed prior to entering the US. If you do not have a copy of your DS-3025 you will need to provide sufficient evidence of your vaccination history to the Civil Surgeon (talk to the civil surgeon's office to discuss what vaccination records they accept as proof). If you do not have proof of your vaccination history the Civil Surgeon may insist on re-administering all the required vaccinations prior to completing the I-693. Once the Civil Surgeon has has verified that all required vaccinations have been performed, they will complete form I-693 Part 2 (the vaccination section) and Part 5 (the Civil Surgeon's Certification). They will then seal the form in an envelope and return it to you. 12. I-864, Affidavit of Support (see poverty limits here)
>> Include any additional required supporting documentation 13. I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, if you want to work while your application is processed (optional)
>> Include any additional required supporting documentation or photos. 14. I-131, Application for Travel Document, if you need to travel outside the United States while your application is processed (optional)
>> Include any additional required supporting documentation. * Fingerprint fee not needed for applicants under 14
** Should this document be misplaced/lost/never received you can file an I-824 to receive a duplicate copy via mail.

new tv! what to get?

2011-09-23T11:58:00.000-07:00

so you're thinking of what to get for a tv. plasma, LED, LCD or a 3D TV? well here's a simple review for our newest baby, sharp aquos quattron.

When I attended Sharp's quad-pixel press demo earlier this year, I was impressed with the overall picture and uniform brightness of the Quattron HDTVs on display. Still, I couldn't help but wonder how the addition of a fourth (yellow) pixel would affect color accuracy. As it turns out, the Aquos 52-LE820UN ($2,999.99 list), a 52-inch edge-lit LED HDTV with a decidedly different cabinet design, performed admirably on our color and contrast tests, and earned a spot as one of the 10 best HDTVs you can buy. It also aces energy efficiency and both high- and standard-definition picture quality is impressive. On the flip side, a very high price, limited Web apps, and a narrow viewing angle are tough to ignore.
Design and Connections
With its rounded corners, edge-to-edge glass, and silver trim, the set looks more like an oversized desktop monitor than the current crop of HDTVs, but that's not a bad thing, especially if you're going for a more contemporary look. I like how the lower bezel transitions from black to a silvery mirror finish along the bottom edge. At around 1.6 inches, the LC-52LE820UN is relatively thin but not as svelte as LG's 47LE5500 ($2,099.99, ), a 47-inch edge-lit set with a 1.2-inch cabinet. Star Trek fans will appreciate the backlit upside down 'V' power indicator positioned in the center of the lower bezel, but may be distracted by the backlit Sharp log off to left. (Both can be disabled.) On the right side of the lower bezel are seven clearly labeled touch controls (Volume, Channel, Menu, Input, and Power) that light up when pressed, making them very easy to identify even in very dark rooms.

The 66-pound cabinet sits precariously on a rectangular glass base. The short, chrome wrapped mounting arm allows you to swivel the panel with ease, but it doesn't provide adequate support and, as a result, the set is extremely wobbly. It's a fine candidate for wall mounting. I love that Sharp put the most frequently used connections on the left side of the cabinet. All four HDMI ports, two USB ports, an Ethernet port, a mini composite A/V input, a mini composite audio output, and a digital optical audio output are set in a recessed pocket where they are easy to reach once the set has been installed on a wall.
Missing is a media card reader such as the one found on Panasonic's TC-P50G25 ($1,499.95, ), which lets you play back photos and video clips from a memory card. At the rear of the TV are a coaxial antenna/cable jack, a set of component A/V ports, and an RS-232 port. There's also a 15-watt subwoofer that complements the two down-firing 10-watt speakers mounted on the bottom edge of the cabinet. This combo delivers solid audio quality with a good amount of bass and plenty of volume. The surround effect is not very convincing, however, and is best left disabled.

Specifications

Screen Size: 52 inches
Type: LED TV, HDTV
Supported Refresh Rates: 120Hz
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Video Inputs: Component, Composite, HDMI
Networking Options: WI-FI
Speakers Included: Yes
Stand Supplied?: Yes
Height: 31.9 inches
Width: 49.6 inches
Depth: 1.6 inches
Weight: 66.1 lb

The 9.25-inch remote contains 53 buttons plus a four-way rocker. The thin wand is black with chrome trim running down the sides and the buttons are well spaced but lack backlighting. In addition to the usual player controls there's a dedicated audio button that allows you to adjust sound settings without having to enter the on-screen menu system, an input select button, an AV mode button for selecting one of nine picture modes, and a dedicated Aquos Net button which takes you into the Aquos Net console.
Aquos Net offers Netflix streaming and widgets from Astrology.com, NASDAQ, Picasa, Twitter, Weatherbug and some others, along with a handful of games. (For 1080p VUDU video streaming and additional services, you'll have to move up to the pricier 920 series) Sharp claims to be continually adding new interactive services, but there's a way to go to catch up to the number and selection of Web apps that come with most current Samsung or Sony HDTVs. The console also lets you access the Aquos Advantage Live support application where you can turn over control of your set to a remote service technician who can help you set up the TV, tweak settings, and update software services.
Performance
In addition to Sharp's proprietary quad-pixel technology, which introduces a yellow pixel to the traditional red, green, and blue color filter, this set uses the company's X-Gen panel technology, introduced last year with the LE700 series. The X-Gen panel uses a ribless-pixel design engineered to allow more light to pass through the panel than is possible with a typical ribbed-pixel design. Combined with the yellow color element, which helps boost brightness while giving colors a bit more pop, the X-Gen panel manages to deliver a bright picture while keeping power consumption down.
After a basic darkroom calibration using DisplayMate's TV setup software, the set turned in a respectable measured contrast ratio of 2,328:1 and a peak brightness of 256.15 cd/m². These numbers are considerably higher than those produced by LG's 47LE5500 and Samsung's UN40B7000 ($2,199.99, ) both of which are edge-lit LED models. Color accuracy, as measured by a Konica-Minolta CS-200 ChromaMeter, was fairly accurate; blues were slightly saturated, but not enough to cause any tinting. High-definition picture quality was superb; scenes from the Blu-ray movie 2012 were crisp and noise-free. This movie contains a lot of panning shots, which the 52-LE820UN's 120Hz technology handled without a trace of judder. Image detail in the scene where Mt. Bighorn explodes and fireballs rain from the sky looked exceptional in my tests.

Pros
Unique, attractive design. Clean HD and SD performance. Bright colors. Energy efficient.
Cons Expensive. Narrow viewing angles. Fewer Web apps than the competition. Unsteady stand.
Bottom Line
With its Quattron line, Sharp is the first HDTV manufacturer to add a fourth color to the traditional RGB filter. The very energy-efficient Aquos LC-52LE820UN serves up an accurate picture that's bright and colorful, but those yellow pixels don't come cheap.

lake tahoe

2011-09-09T11:57:00.000-07:00

Ever been to the best places in the world? Then Lake Tahoe should be in your wishlist. I never imagined i can go to this beautiful place and i thank God I'm only an hour drive away from this paradise.

Lake Tahoe is a major tourist attraction in both Nevada and California. It is home to a number of ski resorts, summer outdoor recreation, and tourist attractions. Snow and skiing are a significant part of the area's economy and reputation^.Mountain and lake scenery are attractions throughout the year. The Nevada side also includes large casinos. Highways provide year-round access from Reno, Carson City, and Sacramento.

We dreamt of getting married to this sweet beautiful place but who knows, we might re-in-act our marriage proposals in this place in the future.

During late Spring to early Fall, the lake is popular for water sports and beach activities. The two cities most identified with the Lake Tahoe tourist area are South Lake Tahoe, California and the smaller Stateline; smaller centers on the northern shoreline include Tahoe City and Kings beach.

Other popular activities include parasailing, jet ski rentals and eco-friendly paddle sport rentals. There are rental locations located around Lake Tahoe. Kayaking and stand up paddle boards have also become very popular.

Lake Tahoe never freezes.Since 1970, it has mixed to a depth of at least 1,300 ft (400 m) a total of 6 or 7 times. Dissolved oxygen is relatively high from top to bottom. Analysis of the temperature records in Lake Tahoe has shown that the lake warmed (between 1969 and 2002) at an average rate of 0.015 °C per year. The warming is caused primarily by increasing air temperatures, and secondarily by increasing downward long-wave radiation. The warming trend is reducing the frequency of deep mixing in the lake, and may have important effects on water clarity and nutrient cycling.

Boating is a primary activity in Tahoe in the summer. There are lake front restaurants all over the lake, most equipped with docks and buoys. There are all sorts of boating events, such as sailboat racing, firework shows over the lake, guided cruises, and more.

APPLE IPAD2

2011-09-09T09:31:00.000-07:00

my husband usually calls me spoiled. spoiled from my mom and from him. :D

my mom just bought me IPAD2 a month ago and i didnt even asked for it. :D it's not even my birthday. so i guess its just but the perfect time to write a review about it. :D

price: $699-$799 (depends on the memory and if with 3G)

1. its thinner than the original. it's light and like the first IPAD its portable and can bring anywhere. but what's the catch? it has a new A5 chip offers faster graphics processing, general performance.

2. narcissist like me? well IPAD2 has dual cameras for video chat, HD video recording, and stills. CONS: the image quality with rear-facing camera is not great. Front-facing camera is not HD. Still no Flash video support.

3.Improved design incorporates internal magnets for Smart Cover accessory. 3G versions available on AT&T and Verizon Wireless. Improved AirPlay features. Supports HDMI output (via optional adapter). but: No earbuds included.

sample camera (back) image:taken at SF bay area

my friend making fun with the front cam

me and my love <3

summary:

it has a clear standout in the ever-widening sea of tablets,
the Apple iPad 2 brings a slimmer design,
faster processing,
dual cameras, and
FaceTime video chat!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! to a tablet that already had a leg up on the competition.

menu #1 stir-fry shrimp with veggies

2011-09-08T15:25:00.000-07:00

one of the most basic cooking one should try especially to a first time wife/cook is stir fry. you can regularly do it and make experiments with all the veggies and meats to combine.

in as fast as 15 minutes you can easily make this delicious meal for you and your family. tip: dont overcook your veggies! you might want to add variations of veggies with its different color so to make your presentation at its best. :D

Yield: SERVES 4-6 as a Side Dish

Ingredients:

1/4 cup finely chopped shallots or purple onion
5-6 cloves garlic, minced or finely chopped
1-2 thumb-size pieces galangal OR ginger, sliced into thin matchstick pieces
1/2 to 1 small fresh red chili, sliced, OR 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. chili flakes
1 medium-size carrot, sliced
5-6 shiitake mushrooms, sliced, or left in halves or quarters
optional: 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
1 small head broccoli, cut into florets
1 red pepper, sliced into strips
2-3 cups baby bok choy, or other Chinese cabbage (leaves left whole if not too large, otherwise cut in half or thirds)
handful fresh Thai basil
2 Tbsp. coconut oil or other vegetable oil
STIR-FRY SAUCE:
2/3 cup coconut milk
2+1/2 Tbsp. fish sauce (vegetarians/vegans: substitute 2 Tbsp. Thai Golden Mountain Sauce OR 2 Tbsp. soy sauce)
3+1/2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
1+1/2 Tbsp. soy sauce
1/3 to 1/2 tsp. dried crushed chili (chili flakes)
2+1/2 tsp. brown sugar

Preparation:

Combine all 'stir fry sauce' ingredients together in a cup or bowl. Stir well to dissolve the sugar. Taste-test the sauce, keeping in mind that the first taste should be spicy-salty, followed by sweetness and the rich taste of the coconut milk. Adjust these flavors to suit your taste, adding more lime juice if too sweet or salty (note that it will be less salty when combined with the vegetables).
Warm a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the oil and swirl around, then add the shallot/onion, garlic, ginger, and chili. Stir-fry 1-2 minutes, then add the carrot, mushrooms, and cauliflower (if using). Also add 1/4 of the stir-fry sauce. Continue stir-frying 2-3 minutes.
Add the broccoli and red pepper plus up to 1/2 of remaining stir-fry sauce, enough to gently simmer vegetables in the sauce (about 2 minutes). Note: this is a 'saucy' stir-fry that is never dry - the sauce is meant to flavor the rice or noodles it is served with.
Finally add the bok choy or Chinese cabbage. Add more of the stir-fry sauce as needed, enough to just cover vegetables in sauce. Simmer until bok choy or cabbage is cooked but still bright green with some crispness (2-3 minutes more).
Remove from heat and do one last taste-test. If not salty enough, add a little more fish or soy sauce. If too salty or sweet, add another squeeze of lime juice. Add more sugar or chili if desired. Top with fresh basil and serve over Thai jasmine-scented rice. Or, to bring out the coconut flavor, serve with Thai Coconut Rice. Note: Any leftover sauce can be stored for 1 week in a covered container in your refrigerator for future stir-fries (see below for ideas). ENJOY!

the new me

2011-09-08T15:05:00.000-07:00

yes! i just got married! 24, married, happy and contented. now im still establishing my life here in reno.

its been more than 2 months since i got here by my fiance via k-1 visa. well it took us 6 months atleast and time flew so fast the last thing i remember im now married and ready to face the future with my husband on my side. well thats what really life is about. live, love, laugh. :D

this blog is most of the time about me, my life as a mrs., as a nurse, a wife, a daughter, a friend, a writer, a sister, and many more. it will be full of topics i hope i can share and help other people.

here's a picture of me and my loving husband. we look young. right? :D