Can of Thoughts

Where to get flowers

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 15:49:00 +0000

If you're looking to order custom flowers or any kind of flower arrangement, look no further, just click on the link I gave you. I found this custom flower arrangement from ezbloomers. I love orchids, any color. It's one of my favorite flower to use for home decor. And you know what, I think this is a perfect center piece for my living room.

Everything from ezbloomers are made to order. The photo above are composed of orchids and anthuriums. This is just a sample arrangement, although if you want one just like this, you can choose it from the options during your order. Delivery is included on the prices and there is no service fee, 100 % goes to the local florist.

There's different flower arrangement that you can choose from, any occasions.

If you are going to a Halloween themed party, you can choose this one below.

I found one arrangement for Christmas and love the poinsettia too.

Oh, and here's another one that's really pretty for Christmas.

What's happening?

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 20:19:00 +0000

Nothing much really... just that I discovered that my daughter loves to play chess. She has been asking and asking me and sometimes her dad to teach her to play chess. And I keep telling her to wait for until she is old enough to understand the moves of the pieces. But, one weekend we didn't have anything plan so her dad taught her the game and although she can't remember some of the moves...she's only 4 years old, she loves the chess game I have downloaded on my phone. With the game she can actually see where she can move it and she knows the basic, such as she has to protect the king and that a queen is very powerful...

There's an area in one of the strip mall in Fairview, Texas that has a mini chess set and she was absolutely loving that place. Here's a picture of her with the chess pieces. What can I say, she loves the queen.

On the side note, I just have to blog about our tree. So the tree that we have infront is a bit old and grumpy...lol. It's old because all the limbs seems to be just hanging and don't have energy anymore. And today, we lost another limb because apparently it can't hold the weight anymore. So not only that our tree is old and grumpy, its also balding... Pretty soon we don't have a choice but to cut it and replace it with a new one. One that doesn't get all the water from the ground.

Here's a picture of our tree with the limb that just fell a couple of hours ago.

DSLR Camera

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 20:09:00 +0000

If you are into photography you probably heard of the Digital SLR cameras or you might even own one. I've always wanted one. I don't really know how to use them yet but hopefully I can save enough so I can buy one.

These high tech digital cameras take high resolution pictures with great pixel count. You can use different size lens for for different types of close up or far away photography or different actions. It's versatile and you won't think about not getting your money out of it because they can also last for a long time.

These cameras are great gifts for love ones who love's photography. Check out the link above for more information on some sales and deals with SLR camera.

Cordless or not?

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 19:40:00 +0000

I love using my headset when I listened to music or study and I don't want to disturbed anybody. Plus I can focus because I can tune out all the other noise in my environment. Though sometimes, it's irritating because of the cord that you can to connect to the phone or the computer and sometimes it's all tangled and I have to fix it first before I can use it. Too time consuming as I say it.

So, when I found this cordless headphones I was so excited. No more untangling cords, if there is such a word. It makes life easier and no mess. It's freedom from the cord. Okay, you get what I mean.

These gadget is now available and if you want to check them out, you can click on the link above. Here's a snippet from a website of what these headphone offers .

"Perfect for wearing while playing sports or exercising, these cordless headphones are super stylish, lightweight, and extremely comfortable. Plus, with a water resistant finish you can play hard in any type of weather conditions without worrying about damaging your headphones."

Coupons from Target

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 19:31:00 +0000

I love shopping at Target. It's of those stores that you can't really go wrong with. Heck you can even call my daughter a Target kid. You can always find me there looking for sales...down by the kids area.

If I want to look for some inspirations for designs I usually shop around in Target and when I got these Target coupons from my e-mail, I of course wanted to share it to all of my readers. It's back to school shopping again and any coupons, sales and deals is awesome. There's at least 15 coupons that you can clip and use.

The one that I really love is the 20% off on clothing, shoes and accessories. Check the link I have added above and if you have other links that offer coupons, don't forget to share them here.

Where to get affordable scrubs

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 16:51:00 +0000

If you are a nursing student or somebody who is going to medical field, most of the time you are broke. Unless your parents are providing for all the things that you need then you should be okay, but if you are the one paying for your education or you have student loans, believed me it's a struggle.

You have books, food and scrubs to buy. Not including the other things that you need. When I started nursing school, I had a hard time looking for a place to buy my scrubs. And finally, I went online and I found this website http://www.blueskyscrubs.com/categories/Scrubs/Scrubs-for-Women/Original-Scrubs/.

They have so much variety and design and I really like it because the fabric is soft plus the cut was just right. I am petite and most of the time its difficult to find a clothing that will actually looks like it was made for me. The scrub I got from them was just right.

I highly recommend this place if you are looking for cheap nursing scrubs, visit their website. I bought most of my scrub from them and its a good place to start.

Flourishing Garden

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 21:59:00 +0000

I have been wanting to post photo's about my garden but just could not find the time. So here's a few photos, I took this using my cellphone that's why it's a little dark.

Below are green beans

There's pumpkin, corn, pepper and beans (long ones).

This flower was planted from a seed over at my daughter's so called flower garden.

Gear up for the Fall/Winter

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 21:35:00 +0000

I know its too early to be talking about gearing up for the fall/winter season because here in Texas, it doesn't really get cold until November or sometimes even later. However, for those who are up in the north and get's cold really fast, check out this infrared home heater.

This mobile electric heater is of high quality and finely crafted that can bring style, function and most of all warmth to any room in your house. Not only that, this heater is always safe with the kids and pets. This also brings a balance of floor to ceiling heating. It is also very cost effective.

Underwater Metal Detector

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 21:10:00 +0000

I've seen a lot of people whose hobbies are finding metals and I think it takes a lot of patient to have a hobby like this. But I think the excitement will be more if you are trying to find some treasure under water using the underwater metal detectors.

The features are easy to understand and get used to. I remember when I took my daughter to a park and there was this guy that was using a metal detector to find things my daughter was watching him intensely and keep asking me what he was doing. I explained to her that he was looking for metals/treasure, to make it more interesting with a 4 years old. She thought that was really amazing.

But for those who are looking to try out something new, check out this metal detector and who knows this might be the hobby for you.

Personalize Cuff Links

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 20:01:00 +0000

Looking for the perfect finishing touches? This personalized cuff links is a unique, eye catching cuff links and men's accessories to complete the whole package of an outfit.

You can choose from any designs to compliment the type of outfit and occasions. Cuff links ranges from superhero stamp cuff links, ballpark cuff links, transit token cuff links, locket cuff links, watch movement cuff links, oval stud cuff links, baseball stitches cuff links, dad cuff links, fatherhood quote cuff links, hobby cuff links, murano glass cuff links, madison square garden cuff links, i ♥ you word search cuff links, sterling eternity rings cuff links, infinity cuff links, sterling xo cuff links, key to your heart locket and cuff links, panic button cuff links, sterling silver nut and bolt cuff links and you can also get a cuff link display case or a leather catchall

Invitation Card

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 05:33:00 +0000

So tomorrow is my oldest sister's birthday. Today, I told my daughter about it and asked her if she want's to make her aunt a birthday card, and of course she was so excited about it. My daughter loves making card for people she knows. It's like spreading the love for her. It tickles her to make any kind of art.

She started asking where is she going to do the card and mentions about the computer, but I told her that she can make it the old fashioned way and that is with a piece of paper and crayons. But of course, she is only 4 so she pretty much agree to what I say. :)

But, if you have someone that you know and celebrating their birthday and want to give them a surprise birthday celebration you can use the Surprise Birthday Invitations from Invitation Box. They are offering a tone of designs which you can choose from. I've uploaded some of the designs that they have that are really cute.

They also have invitation cards for engagement party.

And a card for any type of party, like a cupcake and cocktail party. :)

Scopes Anyone?

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 05:25:00 +0000

I was watching one of my favorite show on TV tonight and one of the guy was using a bushnell rifle scopes. Of course I didn't know what was it called when I was watching it but it was looking pretty good. I had to asked my husband the name of it.

Some of the features that this scope offers are raid guard, fast focus and repeatable adjustments and the priced is really low. There is also another one that has a long range scope for targets or hunting. There's so much stuff that Bushnell is offering that if I put them all here, I am not going to have any more space. The best thing to do is to click on the link I have provided above and check it out for your yourself.

Let me know what you think of their products.

Protect your love ones

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 05:17:00 +0000

One way to protect your family from financial issues when someone pass away is to make sure you have a life insurance. I have been thinking of getting one since I gave birth but so far I haven't found that offers the cheapest term life insurance. Well you know me, I have to shop for the cheapest one but offers the most feature for my money. I mean it's my money I'll be spending with, it needs to be something that I am going to be satisfied and guaranteed.

But anyway, I have been searching for a while and found this site called WholeSale Insurance. One their website, you can compare different companies that offer life insurance so you don't have to go to different sites just to get the comparison. You can all do it on one place, in the comfort of your home. You don't even have to waste your minutes on your phone because the insurance agent talks to much. And you don't have to put up with an agent that doesn't even care what you say, all they want is to sell you their policy. With this site, you pretty much have the leisure, time and you don't have to make a decision right away. You can take your time and do all the comparison that you need.

If you're ready to take life insurance to the next level, visit their website and start comparing.

Accessories for your ATV

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 05:01:00 +0000

Are you looking for atv winches and accessories? If you are, check out SuperATV. This place has a tone of accessories and pretty much anything that you need for your ride.

They carry most of the brands ranging from: Polaris, Yamaha, Honda, Kawasaki, Arctic Cat, Suzuki, Can-Am, Kubota, John Deere Gator, etc. They also have have something for mini truck, golf cart, off road lights, winches, power steering kits and many more.

Right now they are offering a free shipping for orders that is over $399. Just enter "FREESHIP" on the coupon code during check out.

For more information and to browser their products, you can click on the link above.

Looking for the best?

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 04:35:00 +0000

Are you looking for the best testosterone cream? If you are, just visit the link that I have added on this post and you can read all about how the best cream was chosen.

The cream was analyzed for it's effectiveness and safety, reviews from consumers was collected and then recommendation as to what is the best that consumer can get.

There's so many to choose from in the market and having a place that reviews it and offer their advice is one way that can help consumers choose which one to pick.

Do I Start Looking for Jobs Now or Later?

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 04:25:00 +0000

It's so good to be able to blog again. I know I should be studying since I have a test on Monday. And there's only about 6 weeks left and its graduation (crossing my fingers) and I should be really focusing... or maybe I should start looking for jobs.

I did get a job offer but it's not in the specialty that I am going now. It's for my previous major. It's a sure work already but it's only part time. I am so tempted to accept it but I really need to focus in order to pass all the test plus the finals. And then of course the board after.

I also keep getting sales jobs from different places and I have never really done any sales job. I don't think I'd be good with sales job anyway... People who work in this type of job needs a lot of charisma plus you have to be able to maintain a good conversation with your potential buyer. It's not that I can't carry a conversation, it's just that if I don't believe in the product I don't think I can sell it.

Anyways, I am torn if I need to start looking for jobs now and sending my resume or wait until I graduate. What do you think?

New Gadget

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sat, 07 May 2011 15:25:00 +0000

So I have been thinking about the gift I can give to my husband for his birthday. I have to plan it really early even though the big day is still 2 1/2 months away. But the thing about it is that, in order to give him something that he can use, I have to save up some money... that means I have to start now.

I been looking for the small netbooks because it's perfect for him. If he has one, he won't have to borrow mine. And it will be very convenient specially for the business. He can just load all the stuff that he needs and access it anytime, instead of going to the desktop to all the information for installation.

Although, what I really want to do is find something that is economical but will have the memory and the space he needed. The one I found was $200 and I think that is reasonable already. I just have to check what is the memory and the hard drive space and if we can add some more later if we need to.

Backyard Addition

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 17:16:00 +0000

My one week vacation from school has been very rewarding. I say this because, not only that I was able to spend time with my family, we (me and my husband) were also able to make my daughter a sandbox and a swing at the backyard to keep her occupied. We had this plan for a long time now but it just hasn't materialize and finally this week. It did.

Another addition in our backyard is the vegetable garden that I am working on. I have this seeds from the pumpkin that we carved last year and they are ready to be planted. Hopefully, I can plant them before I go back to school next week (crossing my fingers on that).

Also, we started building a bench swing set last night. Hopefully my husband will be able to finish that next week. That means, I can spend some more time in the yard while studying. Ha ha ha... I'm just imaging the studying... I don't think there's any studying that's going to happen.

With all of the things happening in our backyard, sometimes I think that it should have been much better if I just work full time and did my mba management instead of going back to school and taking up another major. I don't really want to stress out with having to do another major when I can just continue with my education and do mba management since I've always wanted to have my own business. I think it would be great. But then again, who knows what the future hold.

That was just some thought on my part...

Back to the stuff in the yard... I plan on documenting the vegetable garden and if it's going to be successful. I can't wait to actually have those huge pumpkin in our backyard. And, if it turns out good and we have a lot, watch for the free pumpkin, specially if your in my area. Just come by and grab one. :)

I already have some great pictures I just need to upload them. Watch for it.

Home Billboards

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 17:06:00 +0000

Have you heard about one company who is looking for homes that will let their house be painted (billboard ad) in exchange for paying their mortgage every month? I thought that was a brilliant idea for the company. According to the report the company has received so many applications and is now in the process of choosing. You can tell that there are so many home owners that are having a hard time with this economy. If our house is in a good location, I'd probably apply for it. They may have to cut the tree infront though in order for the ads to be seen. I wonder if I can still apply if I have a motor home. And, is it going to affect my motorhome insurance? Since it's going to attract a lot of people and news, the security and privacy is not so much. But then again, there's a risk on everything.

It just caught my attention today and how it can help with mortgage payment. With the price of gas soaring high, I may end up sending an application for this.

Capturing the Moment

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 16:16:00 +0000

Here's another one of the photo that I've taken a few weeks ago.

Check out the before and after photo.

BEFORE

This photo is as raw as it gets. Nothing has been edited, not even the brightness and contrast.

AFTER

Check out the after photo. I've edited it to where it focuses on the face. I've adjusted the brightness and contrast a little bit and that's about it.

So much things to do so little time

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 13:52:00 +0000

Finally, I get to have a one week off from school. Although that break is getting to close to its end and I haven't really felt that I did have a break. I have so much that I wanted to do but I don't think I can do any of them. Hopefully at least one... I hope

This morning I woke early hoping I can do some walking but didn't happen. I should have probably woke my husband so the 2 of us can do some walking...but then again that will turn into a family thing. If my husband woke up, that means we have to wake up our daughter too.

Oh well, hopefully tomorrow I can do some walking so I don't have to keep checking this adapexin-p which is weight loss supplement that says it specializes in suppressing appetite, increases metabolism and have more energy. I have been eating a lot lately and it's adding more stuff on the mid section.

Playing Around with Photoshop

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 23:52:00 +0000

I got hooked as usual. I took some pictures yesterday by the park and I edited one last night and added it on my album on facebook and today I wanted to play around with some effects. I really loved how other photographer give their photo's some effects and I just have to find out how they are doing it.

This is the original version, unedited

And here's the result of the photo.

First I adjusted the color and put it on auto color. Then edited the other colors by using the selected color options. Choose the neutral under color and played around with the numbers on it. I wasn't able to save the first version I made because my computer had some hybernation issue. But I love how this one turn one anyway... so no biggie. I also change the curve a little bit to make it a little lighter. I still need to learn more about using Photoshop to edit pictures... this self studying is a little harder than somebody just telling you what to do. :)

vhiel vance photography

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 02:34:00 +0000

Check out some photo's I've taken this month. I am trying to brush off and learn some techniques and hopefully improve my photography skills.

What do you think?

Easter Egg Hunts and Events in Dallas-Forth Worth Area

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 00:45:00 +0000

Here's some of the places in Dallas-Forth Worth, Texas that will be hosting an Easter Egg Hunt and Events. If you decided to go on one of these places, don't forget to get lots of pictures and link them up here. If you know any other cities that will be hosting an Easter Egg hunting and Event and they are not on the list, just leave me a message so I can add them up.

Have fun!

Saturday, April 2, 2011
Plano – Butterfly Egg-Stravaganza at Willow Bend Mall

Friday, April 8, 2011
Irving – Underwater Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, April 9, 2011
Keller – Underwater Egg Hunt

McKinney - 1st Annual Easter Egg Hunt for Individuals with Special Needs

Sunday, April 10, 2011
Southlake Easter in the Park

Saturday, April 16, 2011
Allen – Eggcelent Family Adventure

Bedford – Easter Egg Celebration in Bedford

Colleyville - Candy-Free Hoppin Good Egg Hunt

Flower Mound – Easter Egg Scramble

Grapevine – Easter Egg Hunt at Historic Nash Farm

Highland Village – Easter Egg Hunt

Keller – Tree-Mendous Spring Egg Scramble

Lewisville – 24th Annual Funny Bunny Festival

Rockwall – 9th Annual Easter Egg Hunt (see page 6)

Thursday, April 21, 2011
Round Rock – Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt

The Colony – Spring Eggstravaganza!

Saturday, April 23, 2011
Cleburne – Airplane Easter Egg Drop

Coppell – EGGstravaganza

Denton – Easter Eggstravaganza

Flower Mound – Underwater Egg Hunt

Fort Worth – Fort Worth Stockyards – Texas Sized Easter Celebration and Egg Hunt

Gainesville – Frank Buck’s Zoo Extravaganza

Grand Prairie – Egg-Stravaganza Egg Hunt

Irving – Spring Egg Hunt and University of Dallas Easter Egg Hunt

McKinney – Annual Chestnut Square Easter Egg Hunt

Oak Lawn – Easter Egg Hunt on the Village Green

Round Rock – Easter Egg Hunt

Wylie – Big Cats – Easter Egg Hunt

Ist Annual Easter Egg Hunt - For Individuals with Special Needs

noreply@blogger.com (Vhiel) — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 00:27:00 +0000

Check out the 1st Annual Easter Egg Hunt for kids with Special Needs. Click the image to make it bigger.