A Taste of Everything

5 Things To Prepare Before Getting Married

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Thu, 30 Nov 2017 07:30:00 +0000

Planning to get married real soon? Wait up! Please ensure you are more than ready. Marriage is a lifelong commitment - a promise to stand by each other till forever ends, an unending roller-coaster ride, a pack of nails and cotton candy with your constant. But as they said, you are never really ready unless it's the only option. Allow me to take a bit of your time and share my not-so-full-of-sense insight. Here you go!

1.) Financially Stable.

Getting married is no joke especially when it comes to expenses. It's a very long and meticulous preparation. There's church, entourage, reception, photographer, videographer, accommodation and transportation. So before you decide to get married, consider your budget. Doesn't have to be grand as long as it's decent. So start planning and budgeting now with your partner. ☺

2.) Mentally Stable.

Not a common practice here in the Philippines but in some parts of the world, couples who are planning to get married take this test to assess how well they are and how they cope with circumstances in the long run. Stress and frustrations are few of the things you'll encounter. Well, not just in marriage but in every relationship. So when you feel like you are tested, don't be intimidated. Try seeking advices if not from family and friends then go to the experts. Don't forget to talk to JESUS through prayers. Make it a habit to pray together with your partner. 😊

3.) Emotionally Stable.

Many of us gets easily offended and even gets frustrated when the partner doesn't meet our expectations. Don't be sad. It's normal to feel that way. What's not is when you extremely feel the need to do something even when it's not the right thing to do. To avoid getting stuck in the middle and getting controlled by your feelings, talk to your partner. It has to be like that - ALWAYS. No other person than to your partner. Keep it exclusive and intimate. You have to be very open and close. Open to each other's feelings abd close to know every inch of you. So practice being OPEN and CLOSE now. 😁

4.) Physically Stable.

Of course when you plan to get married, you plan to have kids - to build your own family. Many couples want to have a baby but are having difficulties. Primary factor is the status of their health. Both should be physically ready, healthy and stress-free. Let go of your vices. Start having a healthy lifestyle. See a doctor to prepare getting pregnant. After all, it's one of your goals. Right? 😉

5.) Spiritually Stable.

None of the above will work unless you arr spiritually stable. Yes, it is not easy to follow Jesus' teachings but nothing's wrong in trying to be what He wants us to do. Before getting married, every couple has to attend Pre-Cana (" Pre-Cana is a course or consultation for couples preparing to be married in a Catholic church. The name is derived from John 2:1–12, the wedding feast at Cana in Galilee, where Jesus performed the miracle of turning water into wine.") seminar. You will learn a lot from that seminar. And I hope it will be the start (if not now) of a more intimate relationship with Jesus. Everything will unfold at the right time. 😇

This is not a guide but I hope somehow you learned a bit from here. I pray you'll find the one for you and you'll enjoy marriage as much as I do. 😍

Motherhood

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Thu, 30 Nov 2017 05:39:00 +0000

What got me few years ago? Motherhood. A beautiful chaos.

Being a mother isn't as easy as what others think might be. Yes, not every girl is blessed and privileged to bear a child but that doesn't end there. Motherhood isn't measured by having a child on her own but the ability to nurture a child or person to that person's maximum potential.

I had my first born 2 years ago - a day before our first wedding anniversary. Had I known I will undergo CS I would have chosen the date of our wedding. Haha

Sure many were excited especially us - first time parents. There were also who condemned us but I didn't care at all. Not sure though if others have experienced it too but one thing's pretty sure, every woman who just gave birth experienced Postpartum Depression. Not an easy stage but with loved ones' support it will go swiftly.

So to all mothers out there especially first time mothers, you'll get through this! You just have to undergo the process to be able to learn. You got the whole world around you especially JESUS. ☺

You are wonderful and you are doing just right! Cheer up Mommas! You got this.

Welcome Back

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Thu, 30 Nov 2017 04:57:00 +0000

It took a while before I decided to post again.
Not to gain more audience
But to express my thoughts
Anything under the sun.

So let me just write,
Swing my imagination
Dance with my music
And cry with laughter.

Stay tuned. 😊

To The Best Father in The World

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Sat, 03 May 2014 17:21:00 +0000

"The greatest gift I ever had

Came from God; I call him Dad!"

Life hasn't been the same since you decided to leave us for work to provide us a much better future. We were never prepared but still I promised to be strong and to guide my siblings on your behalf. To be firm in the sea of challenges and winds of storm, to keep warm in the cold lonely nights, to cry your melancholy and sorrow, to shout your joy and express every sentiment you felt was not easy and consoling from afar.

Nonetheless, you kept your faith and still keeping it and desires to continue to become a great father, provider and a better person. You never failed to shower us with all the blessings God has endowed you. No wonder He never ceases to pour you fortune. You are a generous giver and a cheerful receiver.

Today, on your special day, we would like to give you MILLION THANK YOU for everything. We wouldn't be who we are and where we are now if not for you and your prayers. We are so blessed to have a father like you. I know mom felt so blessed to have you in her life and I know she couldn't thank you enough for being a good father and for being with us until now.

Everyday, more and more are touched by your generous heart and your brilliant mind. May you continue to be a blessing and may you try to build a firmer wall as to where you should take your stand in choosing right from not-so-right. I know you are a man of principle, I can attest to that because I acquired it. I've seen you imposed rules to correct crooked doings. You might not know it and now I tell you that I really admire you for that. You shouldn't wonder where I got my trait, stubborn (in a good way) and firm.

We love you to the moon and back, dy! ! ♥♥♥

We always pray to God that you are safe and sound there abroad; that He will keep you away from harm and may God always remind you how much He loves you. Now, you shouldn't worry about us here because we are always in excellent condition. God has our back. Thank you so much for everything, dy. You are the best father in the whole wide world. We always look up to you. You should know that. Just continue to pray and stay in God’s side.

♥ Happy, happy birthday Dyyyy ♥ -ate, kuya, chin, bebz, chun

"The greatest gift I ever had

Came from God; I call him Dad!"

My Nephew: My Little Love

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Fri, 02 May 2014 16:47:00 +0000

Hi. Whoa! It's been a while. This is my first post since forever. Oh well, it's not the end of the year yet so yeah! I can do this.

This is something I want to share with you. Not my kind of story to tell but I am proud to share my little one. Not my twist but a twist in the life of my younger sister which at first was hard for me to agree to take. 2 years ago, she got pregnant at the age of 18. It's not that I don't want a baby, a new member of the family. Maybe I was just disappointed because for me it was something parents didn't wish to happen at such an age and has not even finished school, yet. Why I care so much about my parents? Because as much as possible I would never want to hurt them or even want to see a tear, a disappointment and a heartache. I knew how hard life was for my parents that all I ever want to do is delight them (even when my mother is not here with us anymore, she's in a better place with God) with all my might. However, my father kept his faith and told me to keep mine too. I have no choice but to hold on and just be there for my father and for my sister as well.

Few months later, the fruit has ripened and is ready to come out. Everybody was thrilled, busy preparing the gadgets to use to capture the first exposure of my nephew, my little love. Upon learning my sister’s safe delivery and seeing a new life has finally came out, a tear fell out of nowhere. I found myself ecstatic that I couldn't even contain it.

Now, my almost 2-year-old nephew is like an alarm clock for me. He daily knocks on my door and cries when I tend to ignore him. Sometimes he would even wait for me to come out. Poor little boy. Never misses chance to get inside the room whenever the door gets opened. Loses his temper when I don't carry him immediately. Gets up easily when I don't accompany him watching his all-time cartoon movies. Nah! This kiddo is tiring me but I don't mind. He probably loves me so much. *conceited tita* Haha

I bet you've been imagining how my nephew looks like. Ayt? Here are few photos of him.

Isn't he adorable? He's my stress reliever. His welfare is my priority while I don't have mine, yet. Life isn't the same without him. I thank the Lord for this enormous blessing, my nephew my little love.

Why Green Tea?

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Thu, 25 Jul 2013 18:10:00 +0000


a cup of Green Tea with slices of Lemon to taste

It's almost quarter to 2 am and yet I'm still wide awake even when my bed seems to drag me. Since I can't sleep yet, I grabbed a cup of green tea hoping I might get tired waiting for the hot water to cool down and finally get myself to bed. As I've nothing to do, I researched and wanted to share also what is Green Tea and its benefits.

Hmmm? Have you ever heard of Green Tea? I bet you did. Anyway, Green tea is made from the leaves from Camellia sinensis that have undergone minimal oxidation during processing. Green tea originates in China but it has become associated with many cultures throughout Asia. Green tea has recently become more widespread in the West, where black tea has been the traditionally consumed tea. Green tea has become the raw material for extracts which are used in various beverages, health foods, dietary supplements, and cosmetic items. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Green_tea

Green tea has been used as a medicine for thousands of years, originating in China but widely used throughout Asia this beverage has a multitude of uses from lowering blood pressure to preventing cancer. The reason that green tea has more health benefits attached to it than black tea is (apparently) due to the processing. Green tea retains maximum amount of antioxidants and poly-phenols the substances that give green tea its many benefits. Here's a list of some of its benefits.

11 Benefits of Green Tea

Weight Loss.

Green tea increases the metabolism. The polyphenol found in green tea works to intensify levels of fat oxidation and the rate at which your body turns food into calories.

Diabetes.

Green tea apparently helps regulate glucose levels slowing the rise of blood sugar after eating. This can prevent high insulin spikes and resulting fat storage.

Heart Disease.

Scientists think, green tea works on the lining of blood vessels, helping keep them stay relaxed and better able to withstand changes in blood pressure. It may also protect against the formation of clots, which are the primary cause of heart attacks.

Esophageal Cancer.

It can reduce the risk of esophageal cancer, but it is also widely thought to kill cancer cells in general without damaging the healthy tissue around them.

Cholesterol.

Green tea reduces bad cholesterol in the blood and improves the ratio of good cholesterol to bad cholesterol.

Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.

It is said to delay the deterioration caused by Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Studies carried out on mice showed that green tea protected brain cells from dying and restored damaged brain cells.

Tooth Decay.

Studies suggests that the chemical antioxidant “catechin” in tea can destroy bacteria and viruses that cause throat infections, dental caries and other dental conditions.

Blood Pressure.

Regular consumption of green tea is thought to reduce the risk of high blood pressure.

Depression.

Theanine is an amino acid naturally found in tea leaves. It is this substance that is thought to provide a relaxing and tranquilizing effect and be a great benefit to tea drinkers.

Anti-viral and Anti-bacterial.

Tea catechins are strong antibacterial and antiviral agents which make them effective for treating everything from influenza to cancer. In some studies green tea has been shown to inhibit the spread of many diseases.

Skincare.

Green tea can apparently also help with wrinkles and the signs of aging, This is because of their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. Both animal and human studies have demonstrated that green tea applied topically can reduce sun damage.

http://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifestyle/11-benefits-of-green-tea-that-you-didnt-know-about.html

I am trying to make it a habit to drink Green Tea 3 times a day. Maybe not just to consume all of them 'cause I have like 200+ teabags of them. Haha
You can also add some fruits in it like grapefruits or strawberry or whichever you like to add flavor.
I put slices of lemon (picture shown above).

100 teabags per box :)

Green Tea: Maybe my another motivation of getting "that" body and also the health benefits. I hope you might find this helpful as I found this one a "thing". Start living right. Grab a cup of Green Tea now!

Antique: It's where I left my heart

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Thu, 18 Jul 2013 16:15:00 +0000

Hi there! Yes, you! The one's reading this post and will probably continue reading till I hit my last word for this post. Oh, thank you!

This is my first post for this year. It entails one of the most historical and unforgettable getaway I had. This happened last year. I can say it was one-of-a-kind experience which I waited for nearly 9 years? Yeah! 9 long years in which I didn't even thought it would happen. Why it seemed so magical for me? Why it's so important? Here it goes.

First off, a month before I landed to this very amazing place a bunch of important people came over and asked me to guide them explore and experience Mindanao particularly, Cagayan de Oro, Bukidnon and Iligan City. These guests are from San Jose, Antique Philippines. Isn't this place familiar to you? Well, this is among the 4 provinces (Iloilo, Capiz, Aklan and Antique) of Panay Island in the West Visayas Region. Too informative huh? LOL. Kidding aside, these people invited me to come and visit their place for the second time around for not so many different reasons I guess. At the back of my mind, it is a great opportunity for me to roam around 'cause I wasn't able to roam that much when I first visited the place, be part of one of the most important events in their lives, be with the youngest to celebrate her birthday and lastly....I'll just keep it to myself! Fair enough? I think so. It's for me to know, for you to find out! Hehe

God and the universe conspire for this much-awaited event. I am just so blessed God never fails me. He knows my heart's desire. November **, 2012 when the eagle has landed in Iloilo International Airport, my 2nd time around. Wooot! ♥ Few hours after, me and my dear seisei went to Aklan to sleepover my dear's friend. It was heartwarming, overwhelming and my everything. It was a good pause to prepare for my moment, to be in Antique again.

No more than 24 hours of stay in Aklan, we head back to Iloilo to fetch a friend and then finally go to Antique. As I was in the van, my heart couldn't stop from beating as it goes faster and faster then suddenly it stops. All I can hear is silence. My tummy's rumbling as if there are a lot inside of it. I couldn't understand or even decide where to place my head to sleep better or just stay awake till we get there. And then after a 2-hour-travel, we arrived at our destination. This is it! Oh no! Oh yes? Haha

I thought I'm gonna experience the moment I've been wanting to happen that same day or should I say that night as we arrived past 6pm. God is so good! He works in ways we never know. He knew I wasn't ready and prepared for that thing. So, the day after is the start of my most unforgettable days ever! Hahaha

Early morning, as I grabbed my phone and looked what time is it for I heard voices from outside and at the same time I panicked for I was still lying there in bed. Wattashame, ayt? So I stood up and fixed the bed. I couldn't believe he's just few meters away and even when I could barely hear his voice, I can still recognize his voice though it's been ages since the last time I heard it. I knew it! This is the day am gonna meet him finally, for the first time. I didn't prepare that much for I wasn't there to meet him in the first place, it ain't righteous also.

Table was set, breakfast is ready and coffee's awaiting to be served and sipped. It's gonna be a hard and tough day huh? Oh well, to be honest I was trying to conceal what I really feel. I didn't know it will gonna go smoothly but it was fine though. All I remember is that I was just being myself. When I sat on the chair and get some food he arrived and suddenly sat on the chair, too. It was very A-W-K-W-A-R-D! Really.

My dearest seisei introduced me to him, of course to be formal and because she just wanna let him meet her friends whom she invited me to come over. In response, I lift my head, looked at him and smiled. The moment I saw him face to face was so awesome, yeah! That was the first time ever. And we continued to eat silently. Breakfast's over, transferred to the living room and had casual and very awkward conversations (Oh! no, not just the two of us). Glad we handled it well. It was the start of something I wanted. One of the reasons I went there is to end things up (on my side) and move over, seriously.

Days have passed, talks and moments accumulate and gestures have different interpretations in which we didn't give a damn (for it is the right thing to do or maybe I'm just the only one who thinks too much), made me to move over/end things on my side harder. I was enjoying every moment there. It was very awesome, the best of the best but decision's final though.

Up to this moment, I am trying to instill in my heart and in my mind that things should end and move over. I missed us or maybe it's just the memories I missed, those moments and dreams we shared and not the person anymore. It ain't easy. Am trying my best to start a new life again knowing I will be whole again (I think) for I am recovering now and picking my heart where I left. It's so hard to give something or share when you know you don't have enough. I hope, with God's help I can have my whole heart again and get it from the place where I left my heart, totally.

Thank you so much for reading my post. I hope to post more, soon.

*these people are private and I would like to keep it that way.

Pista sa Iligan 2012

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 18:30:00 +0000

September is a much-awaited month for us, Iliganons. Yes! We do celebrate the festival for a month. From September 1 to September 30 each day has its share of making Iliganons and tourists feel welcome and experience the beauty and bounty the city can offer.

I guess this month-long celebration started during Mayor Lawrence Ll. Cruz term. And I was so overwhelmed with the fiesta activities that laid ahead. Clearly it amuses each and every one in the city. Many would come and drop by the city to witness various activities.

To tell you honestly, though I am a pure Iliganon I have never really witnessed Kasadya Streetdancing Competition every 27th of September. Oh! Poor me. It is because I have to stay at home and help my family prepare for our barangay's fiesta. Yes, every September 27 Scions Subd. homeowners prepare and invite you to join as we celebrate Sr. San Miguel's feast. This is probably people won't be caught in the middle as to celebrate fiesta in Scions or at the city proper (most people who celebrate the City Fiesta are those living in the city proper).

Here are some of the food we prepared during the Sept27-fiesta. yummy! =p~

Oh well! So much for this topic. It was a blast, really. Relatives both from my parents' side came over. It's been ages! Lol. Not to mention we all live in just one city, a small city. Life gets busy.

I can say, we had our share of giving back glory to God and San Miguel for the blessings for the past years and especially this year. We had so much to thank for. Thank you, Lord!

Let's go back to the main event, Diyandi Festival. "The word Diyandi is not new to folks in Iligan. It was used to refer to the celebration of the patron saint, Saint Michael the Archangel. Diyandi simply means celebrate.Mag-diyandi means, to celebrate. Thus, the word Diyandi gives the perfect trademark to Iligan's extended celebration of traditions and culture. And, the Diyandi Festival was born!"

It is my first time this year since the last time I joined the procession. That was years ago then. I remember my father would carry me on his shoulders with my mom and my younger brother as we joined the crowd during the procession which happens every afternoon of September 29. But this time, the church decided to do it every after the first morning mass, 7am. This is also for the people's safety because pretty sure many will get drunk and would rage which will defeat the purpose of a peaceful procession.

It was goosebumps. After seeing the patron saint was being held outside. It was an extraordinary feeling for me, as a believer. Tears came running and I could not fight my tears from falling. It was the same when Sr. San Miguel was held down or commonly known as "Pagkanaog Ni San Miguel" which happens every September 20, 9 days before the City Fiesta and an indication of Novena for San Miguel which happened to be my mother's death anniversary also.

Facade of Iligan Cathedral

Now, it gives me a strong conviction I have to attend Pagkanaog ni San Miguel every year as I also pray for my mother's peaceful and eternal life as she lives in heaven now with San Miguel together with all the saints and angels in heaven. I will definitely do this for as long as I am here in Iligan.

Really, this is one amazing experience you should also experience.
Come and visit Iligan!

Feel the warmth of the Iliganons, see it in your eyes the majestic Ma. Cristina Falls, green scenery that devours you upon entering the vicinity of Tinago Falls and other brilliant and amazing stories only in Iligan and taste the mouth-watering dishes we offer. They say Iligan's lechon is among the best lechon in the country. Feel free to visit Iligan, not just on City Fiesta. Everyday we welcome you!

welcome

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 16:59:00 +0000

Yeah! Am finally back. It's been a long time since the last time I dropped and took couple of hours drafting and sewing thoughts and ideas. This has been my hobby for the last few months. It is only during my free time after finishing my daily tasks that I got the chance to like "couch potato" in here.

Oh! well, so much for this stuff. Uhm.. I miss to write a lot of events and forgot to add them on my timeline. I wanna write all those stuff and publish them but pretty sure this would take me time to ravel my tons of ideas.

So for now, please welcome me! Haha

Be posting more soon. :)

Exploring Guimaras

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 16:13:00 +0000

February 18, 2012. Finally, all is set. It's the first day of our 3-day trip in the 3 provinces of Panay Island. First off is this mishap thing in getting to Guimaras. Oh! Not really an unlucky incident, we somehow enjoyed and took that experience as a blessing in disguise as we were able to take the 2 access in getting Guimaras. We intruded the entrance of Guimaras through Buenavista Wharf which is the other way and isn't where the tour guide waited and expected to welcome all of us. If you are bound for Jordan Wharf in Guimaras, you have to take the mini-boat ride in Ortiz Port, Iloilo. Otherwise, you have to go to CPU Jaro Port that will bring you to the Buenavista Wharf.

A Different Kind of Love

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 04:53:00 +0000

"Have you ever been in a deep relationship? A relationship that you know you can keep for the rest of your life? I did!"

All my life I detach myself from any kind of relationship (friendship or even romantic relationship). Yes, I have bunch of friends and boyfriends in the past but I never gave the whole thing. It might be I’m afraid of losing someone in the future and be left behind ow what. Idunno! I know myself very well, I know how much I care and how much I treasure - I know I’m just being coward not until I met my bestfriend.

It was 2nd of December 2005 when we had our first date. We’ve been texting for quite a while, summer of 2005. I can still remember when an unknown number dropped a call. I was having a siesta then. Not a second I returned a drop call, from then on we never stopped texting. I was amused by the manner she replied, I felt like she has known me for a long time. I was intrigued by the thought that caused me to desperately chase her. For deep inside my anatomy I know she knows me, she’s just mocking at me. I even promised not to respond to her anymore if she’ll disclose her identity. Days, weeks and months have passed I still don’t know who she was until destiny gave me the opportunity to find her. Bingo! A common friend was an instrument and paved the way to her. I was very excited then and went to class late just to find and see her. Nerve-wracking it was, truly an answered prayer. Yes, I did pray to find her and get her. LOL

The moment I saw her I was awestruck. I never want to leave her and just wait until her class is through. Never a day goes by I wasn’t thinking of her. Haha. Truly when you like a person you’ll do anything just to be with that person. I had my share, too. I asked her to purchase a Palakasan (MSU-IIT Intramurals) ticket. I borrowed an English book. I asked her to go out and spend overnight in my classmate’s pad. The intention of all the stupid things I’ve done is merely to spend time with her. I remember when I always went home very late at night strolling the A. Bonifacio avenue talking nonsense. Haha

Who says we haven’t fight and argued yet? Whew! We do fight terribly. We argue so bad. But we apologized humbly and sincerely. I miss the petty quarrel. LOL. I miss persuading her when she’s mad and I miss her smiles then after we fight. Her cute little face and her expressive eyes melt my heart so badly that I wanted to hug and just kiss her. *am I tomboy?* hahahaha

I love her so much! I don’t mind if everybody’s celebrating their own ecstasy as long as I am with her, I could not ask for more. Yes, there were times I get jealous whoever she was with, whoever she talked to, whoever she cared for and whoever she texted - so paranoid of me. Haha. I act as if she was my property she was made for me and meant to be mine forever. I was used to treating her that way. People might say we had a romantic relationship because of the closeness we had and because not everyone dares to wait long hours of class, long hours of starving because we can’t eat when one isn’t there yet, not everyone deprives thyself from not seeing a movie when one hasn’t seen it yet and not everyone gives up everything when it comes to blow. We take good care of ourselves like sisters or more than that. We know when someone’s hurt, needs help and needs silence for a little while. Needless to ask help, hug, kiss, cheers and just stay in each other’s side for it is the heart and being that dictates so.

We really are inseparable.

If and only if it is virtuous to marry her, I will. I could have long time ago.

I think I am deeply in love with her. I love you bestfriend Sis, my little angel. ♥

Basics of SEO

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 17:35:00 +0000

What is SEO?

SEO is a technique which helps search engines find and rank your site higher than the millions of other sites in response to a search query. SEO thus helps you get traffic from search engines.

4 Steps to Better Rankings

Step 1. Choosing The Right Keywords

We need to be more specific, which means:
Targeting a more suitable market that is looking for a content editing solution
Competing with fewer websites targeting the same keywords
Optimizing for keywords that people actually use when performing searche

Step 2. Your URL and Title Tag

Two of the most determining factors in Google’s ranking are your domain name and title tag. Your title tag is equally as important as your domain name. Using keywords in your title tag can improve your Google ranking significantly.

Step 3. H1 Tags and Keyword Density

The Google ranking algorithm dictates that if you’re using a tag, then the text in between this tag must be more important than the content on the rest of the page. By default, H1 tags aren’t the prettiest in terms of formatting, so using a CSS style to override the default look is usually a good idea.

Step 4. Links, Links and More Links

And this leads us to the toughest part of the Google SEO process — back-links. Back links are websites that link directly to your website. The general principal is the more back links you have, the higher your pages will be ranked, as your website must be good if so many other sites are linking back to it.

"Google can be one tough search engine to crack."

source: http://www.interspire.com/content/2005/12/07/google-seo-basics-for-beginners/

Sample Company Policy

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 17:19:00 +0000

Hours of Operation/Work Schedules

The office is normally open from 8:30 am until 5:00 pm Central time. Certain employees may be assigned to different work schedules and/or shifts outside of normal office hours. If an employee must be outside of the office for non-business related reasons during their normal work schedule, they should inform their manager.

Telecommuting

The Company is committed to creating a work environment where the needs of our customers, employees, and the Company are balanced. Therefore, the Company tries to be flexible in its approach to work styles and location. Telecommuting arrangements may be made on an “as needed basis” or set up on a regular schedule. In either case, employees are encouraged to spend time working in the office whenever possible. This allows employees to be accessible to customers and creates a sense of consistency and collaboration among work teams. When employees desire to work at home, the Company asks that they do so in a manner which is in keeping with a workstyle of accessibility, communication, and productivity. All telecommuting arrangements are subject to approval by the employee’s manager. In general, the following principles should be used in telecommuting:

Employees should make arrangements with their manager at least one week in advance of telecommuting.
Employees should check in with the office regularly.
Employees should inform their manager of their whereabouts so they may be reached easily.
Working at home means working, not taking time off.
Employees should not routinely work at home on days prior to or following vacations or holidays if at all avoidable.
Under regular circumstances, telecommuting should not comprise more than one day in a given week, or more than 3 days a month.

Dress Code Policy

The Company maintains a business casual working environment. All employees should use discretion in wearing attire that is appropriate for the office and customer interaction.

Attendance Policy

Regular attendance is essential to the Company’s efficient operation and is a necessary condition of employment. When employees are absent, schedules and customer commitments fall behind, and other employees must assume added workloads.

Employees are expected to report to work as scheduled and on time. If it is impossible to report for work as scheduled, employees must call their manager before their starting time. If your manager is unavailable, a voice message should be left. If the absence is to continue beyond the first day, the employee must notify their manager on a daily basis unless otherwise arranged. Calling in is the responsibility of every employee who is absent. Absence for three consecutive work days without notifying the manager is considered a voluntary termination.

Leave of Absence

Employees are eligible to apply for an unpaid leave of absence if they have been a regular employee of the Company for at least one year and scheduled to work 20 hours or more a week. The employee’s manager will make a decision on the leave request. The request for leave will be reviewed based on the reason for the request, previous attendance record, previous leave requests and the impact the absence will have on the Company.

Authorized leaves for illness or disability begin after employees have exhausted accrued sick leave, vacation and personal holiday time. A personal leave of absence, if granted, begins after vacation and personal holiday time have been used.

Human Resources can provide employees with which benefits, in addition to retained seniority, can be continued during the leave. If an employee wishes to continue benefits, it must arranged for directly with Human Resources.

If the request for leave of absence for personal reasons, the employee’s manager, with the advice of Human Resources, will decide whether the current position will be held open, or if a position will be made available upon the employees return from leave.

Overtime

Non-exempt employees are eligible to receive overtime pay if they work more than 40 hours in a given week. Holiday, vacation, and sick time are not included in hours used to determine overtime eligibility. Overtime pay equals 1.5 times and employee’s regular hourly rate. All overtime must be approved the manager in advance.

Vacation

All full-time employees are eligible for vacation pay.

New full-time employees will receive a pro-rata number of vacation days based on one day for each month worked in the hired calendar year, not to exceed 10 days.

In the first full calendar year and through the calendar year in which the employee’s 3 year anniversary of employment occurs, employees will receive 10 vacation days each year.

In the calendar year of the employee’s 4 year anniversary of employment, employees will receive 15 vacation days each year.

In the calendar year of the employee’s 10 year anniversary of employment, employees will receive 20 vacation days each year.

Up to 5 unused vacation days may be carried over into the next year. All other unused vacation time will be paid out in the final paycheck for that year.

Employees should notify their manager at least one month in advance of taking vacation time. All vacation requests are subject to manager approval. In addition, employees should directly communicate vacation dates to co-workers to ensure customer needs are met.

Part-time employees who work on a regular schedule all year are eligible for vacation benefits on a pro-rata basis based on the schedule above.

Termination

Employees who voluntarily resign from the Company are asked to provide at least two week advance notice of their resignation. This notice should be in writing and should briefly state the reason for leaving and the anticipated last day of work.

If a terminating employee is eligible for any incentive compensation, bonus, and/or awards, they must be actively employed on the date the compensation, bonus or awards are presented or paid, in order to receive the compensation, bonus or award.

*just a sample company policy; if in case you want to build a company J

source:
http://www.hrvillage.com/PandP/ALL.HTM

when boredom strikes

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 17:10:00 +0000

This is when I have nothing to do. When tasks are "finished" and when I am sick of laying on bed almost 12 hours. I guess I deserve a break. We all deserve a break, especially after all that we've been through.

Weeks ago's a mess. It didn't only took our jobs but also our being, our friends, relationships built among new friends and a sense of security as well. The road to success is very vague now as we are to restart plans and prepare for the rainy season and worse calamities. Well, I know everything happens for a reason. Whatever the reason may be, I know it is for the betterment of everyone concern.

People may change, relationships may undergo course of action, plans may need to be reconstructed but one thing's certain we'll all be thankful this has happened and if one day we'll all get there heading towards our dreams; we'll all look back with big grin on our faces.

Kudos! to all those who have shared their lives and brought me into their lives.

i miss you sis

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Sat, 23 Jul 2011 13:06:00 +0000

I miss you so much.

I thank God I have known you,
I thank Him for giving me the courage to get to know you better.
He knows that I do not go after a thing if that doesn't seem to be mine.

Everything I have known about the real meaning of "friendship" is through you.
I really, really miss you.
I wouldn't be here if you weren't there.
Thank you for everything.

I know you love me pud...kaau. I super love you sis..

Have you ever been hurt?

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 23:05:00 +0000

Have you forgiven the ones who have hurt you? How do you handle yourself when you're hurt?

It is undeniable that the ones who can hurt us the most are those that are closest to us. The most amicable defense from getting hurt is not giving them the opportunity - limiting what they know about us and how much time you spend with them. I pray that I won't allow hurt to make me astounding of being in a state of vulnerability before God.

I am challenged to not let feelings of hurt change me. I have to decide whether or not I will stay the same. The decision is mine. It is okay for me to be hurt rather than store that hurt up inside and let it turn into bitterness. I can take that hurt to God.

Nobody wanted to get hurt but being hurt is inevitable. So we just have to deal with it and learn to keep things stable as they are. Don't let hurt rule over your life! It can never be a good source. Let go of the feeling and remember that you aren't just the one who's hurting - everybody does.

Missing You

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 04:19:00 +0000

It's been two years since I left you. I abdicate to chase what I think I really want. It ain't easy starting a whole new chapter but thinking you'd be with me washes my affliction.

I miss you so much.

I miss the old times.

I miss those times you never felt anxious about the future

those times you never ask for something in return

you love with all your heart and you give all you could give

you were never hesitant and you never gave a damn

you take time to learn all by yourself

you don't mind non-sense stuffs

you appreciate every little thing you do

you always find time to bond with your siblings

you always make friends at ease with the way you console them

how you touch the lives of others

how you direct people to the right path

how you impart your ways and yourself

how you leave a mark to each and every one you've met.

Oh! How I miss Josie Flor. I wish she'd be back as soon as possible! I love you ♥

Midway Get Away

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Mon, 16 May 2011 01:25:00 +0000

May14.

My 2nd Team Building with LMG at Midway White Beach Resort - May 14 it is. Oh! yeah.. ,^^
It ain't my first time exhausting in a white beach. I supah enjoyed the banana boat-ride, kayak and the vest. lol

These are some of the pictures taken last Saturday.

The Lightning

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 05:15:00 +0000

I want to share a new chapter of my life - a dream, a frustration and obsession.

I would like to share a book - a novel by Danielle Steel. She's an an American romantic novelist and author of mainstream dramas and is the eighth best-selling writer of all time. I came across to reading novels when a friend introduced me to one of her passions - reading books. At first, I was jaded and unsure if I can extend patience in reading those thick books. But because our English teacher asked us to review a novel for the Finals during college, I was then pushed to grab a copy and without hesitation I hurriedly asked her to take me to their house. When I saw it, I was stroke by the title itself and hurriedly reap it. Haha! This was the first novel I read that touched me. It was so realistic that I could clearly visualize what's happening and could figure out everything that was tackled. I so love it! ♥
From then on, I started to read her books and became a fan of her. I want to be as great as her. There's always a reason behind every little thing. This somehow opened a "New Chapter" of me.
So much for this. I secured a summary of this novel.

In Lightning, bestselling novelist Danielle Steel tells the story of a woman whose life is changed by one swift, unexpected stroke of fate.

As a partner in one of New York's most prestigious law firms, Alexandra Parker barely manage to juggle husband, career, and the three-year-old child she gave birth to at forty. Then lightning strikes - a routine medical check-up turns her world upside down when tests reveal shattering news. Her husband Sam, a Wall Street whiz-kid, is as proud of his long-time marriage to Alex as he is of his successful career - until he is caught off guard by Alex's illness. Terrified of losing his wife and family, Sam fails to provide any kind of emotional support for Alex or his daughter.

Almost overnight, Sam takes his distance from Alex, and they become strangers. As lightning strikes them again, Sam's promising career suddenly explodes into disaster, and his very life and identity are challenged. With his future hanging in the balance, Alex must decide what she feels for Sam, if life will ever be the same for them again, or if she must move on without him.

Lightning tells the story of a family thrust into uncertainty. In this significant novel Danielle Steel explores whether the bonds of love and marriage can withstand life's most unexpected bolts of lightning.

What happens to people when every aspect of their lives and well-being is threatened? I probably break down and cry. Isolate myself and try to go out with the crowd. I won't even care, they don't know me anyway. This is if God is not with me. Fortunately, I know I have Him beside me always and forever. Nothing beats your power and your strength if there abides Faith and Prayers.

Source: The Lightning

Pre-Valentine

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 23:50:00 +0000

February 12, 2011.

Be My Maneuver

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 02:25:00 +0000

I wanted to write something that's not absurd, something that everybody will be pleased of, something that will change a bit of everything and yet I can't even fabricate a single thought.

I know this is one the things I am keen of but things don't seem to work out right.

I have been struggling for almost 7 months.

I have doubts and fears.

I tried to escape from the intiricacy life brings and will bring.

I was so wuss to take adversities in life. I pity myself!

I can't believe it will take too long to accept the fact.

I know, i know...I have gone astray .

But it isn't too late, is it?

I'm learning now and I will continue learning.

Slowly by slowly.

It takes time.

I am trying hard to obey You and keep track according to Your will.

I am hoping and praying I will continue this journey with You by my side.

So please help me, touch my delicate little heart and kindle it with Your love.

Be the Maneuver of my life.

♥ b e s t f r i e n d ♥

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 03:07:00 +0000

Every now and then
We find a special friend
Who never lets us down
Who understands it all
Reaches out each time you fall
You're the best friend that I've found
I know you can't stay
A part of you will never ever go away
Your heart will stay

I'll make a wish for you
And hope it will come true
That life would just be kind
To such a gentle mind
If you lose your way
Think back on yesterday
Remember me this way

I don't need eyes to see
The love you bring to me
No matter where I go
And I know that you'll be there
Forever more apart of time, you're everywhere
I'll always care

And I'll be right behind your shoulder watching you
I'll be standing by your side and all you do
And I won't ever leave
As long as you believe
You just believe

Myra Lou,
Sis,
Bestfriend_Sis,
Bebeh,
Tambok,
Bati Dagway,

no words can express how blessed and grateful I am
for having a bestfriend like you in my life.
I will not find any other bestfriend even in the next generation,
I will just pray and wait again
because it was just what I did.
tadaa!
I found you.

Nothing compares to you,
every moment was cherished
every laugh was noticed
every tear was gently wiped
and every word was kept.

You mean soooo much to me,
you know that.
Thank you so much!

D Day You Went Away

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 02:10:00 +0000

Well I wonder could it be
When I was dreaming ’bout you
You were dreaming of me
Call me crazy, call me blind
To still be suffering is stupid after all of this time

Did I lose my love to someone better?
And does she love you like I do
I do, you know I really really do

Well hey,
So much I need to say
Been lonely since the day
The day you went away
So sad but true
For me there’s only you
Been crying since the day
The day you went away

I remember date and time
September twenty second
Sunday twenty five after nine
In the doorway with your case
No longer shouting at each other
There were tears on our faces

And we were letting go of something special
Something we’ll never have again
I know, I guess I really really know

Why do we never know what we’ve got ’til it’s gone
How could I carry on
The day you went away
Cause I’ve been missing you so much I have to say
Been crying since the day
The day you went away

Cause I’ve been missing you so much I have to say

••♠♥♦♠♥ Yuletide Season ♦♠♥♦♠••

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 23:46:00 +0000

Tell Me Your Dreams

noreply@blogger.com (seifatima) — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 02:02:00 +0000

Dreams..
What are the meanings of dreams?
I wanna know what does my dream exactly mean. I keep on dreaming about death. It's terrifyng to know I was the one who's dead. Haha
It makes me wonder..."how long will I be staying?" and to just count the days before my bereavement.
If I am to die soon, can You just tell me when so I'll be able to keep things in order and spend my remaining days with them...Can You?

Anyways, here's the interpretation of my dream.

"To dream that you die in your dream, symbolizes inner changes, transformation, self-discovery and positive development that is happening within you or your life. You are undergoing a transitional phase and are becoming more enlightened or spiritual. Although such a dream may bring about feelings of fear and anxiety, it is no cause for alarm as it is often considered a positive symbol. Dreams of experiencing your own death usually means that big changes are ahead for you. You are moving on to new beginnings and leaving the past behind. These changes does not necessarily imply a negative turn of events. Metaphorically, dying can be seen as an end or a termination to your old ways and habits. So, dying does not always mean a physical death, but an ending of something.

On a negative note, to dream that you die may represent involvement in deeply painful relationships or unhealthy, destructive behaviors. You may feeling depressed or feel strangled by a situation or person in your waking life. Perhaps your mind is preoccupied with someone who is terminally ill or dying. Alternatively, you may be trying to get out of some obligation, responsibility or other situation. You are desperately trying to escape from the demands of your daily life. "
http://www.dreammoods.com/dreamdictionary/d.htm