Quintessential Babble

Coffee flavors

2012-02-01T00:38:00.001+08:00

I'm not a big fan of coffee, although I do enjoy drinking it from time to time. I've tried taking in too much caffeine before, and well, it wasn't really good for my health (my nerves, more especially).

What type of coffee flavors do you enjoy most? Do you like it brewed or sweetened with syrup with a dash of whipped cream? Have you tried drinking different cappuccino mixes? Did you enjoy it? :)

Despite not being a regular coffee drinker, I won't deny that I love smelling newly prepared coffee and taking sips of the different varieties of coffee drinks present in most coffee shops today. Actually, I'd probably spend a lot of time at coffee shops just for that wonderful smell (if only their products weren't so expensive)!
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Do you have chickens?

2012-01-29T22:27:00.002+08:00

If you currently have chickens in your backyard or if you're thinking of getting some, then you need to consider buying chicken coops for your yard. That way, you're sure that they're housed in steady materials. Before seeing the site, I had no idea that there were different kinds of chicken coops - you get to choose from among a variety of designs!

So, who among you plans to buy these chicken coops? Share with me what type of coops you plan to buy! I think you'll like all the designs that are available. They're all pretty neat. :)

Mushy things

2012-01-29T22:19:00.000+08:00

Sometimes I wish I could just write about anything that I want to on this blog. By that, I mean mushy things like what I'm feeling at the moment - if I'm overjoyed about something that someone I like did or said to me. Well, since a lot of people I know have access to this blog, I can't really do that, especially if I want to keep certain things private. Haha.

Maybe I could start a private journal online, where only I, and selected close friends, can read my blog entries. Sounds like a plan, huh? Yeah, maybe I'll do that when I have enough free time. :)

Quality lighting

2012-01-23T22:07:00.002+08:00

Getting quality lighting is very important - whether it be at home, school, or work. The reason behind that is pretty self-explanatory, right? Anyway, even if you're using high quality metal switch plate covers, that wouldn't really matter much if the lighting itself isn't good.

If you want to keep your vision healthy, make sure that you have adequate lighting, especially when you're reading something or using your computers. You don't want to unnecessarily add to the strain in your eyes by using faulty lighting, right?

Aside from that, wear eyeglasses (if you have any) and don't forget to rest your eyes for a bit from time to time! :)

Car repair?

2012-01-23T21:58:00.001+08:00

Although I don't have a car, I have an idea of how hard and expensive it is to maintain one. You'd have to make sure that it's clean and more importantly, in good working condition. That's why if you're looking for car and rv repair services, you should look for those who provide the best quality services!

How would you know if the car repair service can be trusted, anyway? Hmm, talking to their past customers would definitely help. If they only have nice things to say about the services that the company has provided for them, then you should definitely try going to them for your car repair! However, if you've heard a lot of negative reviews about the company, then it would do you well to look for another company for your needed car repair service.

Dear Lee Min Ho

2012-01-23T19:41:00.001+08:00

Have you ever not looked this absolutely gorgeous and adorable? Because I don't think that's possible! Seriously, I just can't imagine it! Even when he's covered with dirt and mud or dripping wet from the rain, he'll still be as hot and hunky as he is. Haha.

I'll fight with anyone who dares to contradict me on this. Kidding. Haha.

Anyway, excuse me for this fangirling episode. i guess I've just been watching too many City Hunter episodes. :)

Looking for extra income?

2012-01-03T23:00:00.003+08:00

I'm sure most - if not all - of us wouldn't mind getting some extra income to supplement our daily needs and wants. There are several things that you can do to earn some extra cash. You can try doing some part time jobs (try looking for Technical Writer Jobs) or maybe start a small business, one that wouldn't need a big capital.

Any other suggestions on how to get extra income? Feel free to share it here! It'll be of great help to me and to anyone else who's reading this. Haha.

Anyway, I hope I can find the time to pursue these extra-income making ways!

What is your favorite motto?

2012-01-03T22:14:00.000+08:00

I've always found it hard to answer this particular question? Why? I know several, but I can't really say that I believe in a particular motto, enough so that I would always try to abide by it. That's why whenever this question pops up in a slumbook that my friend wants me to answer, I always feel that I'm giving a halfhearted answer by writing down whatever motto that comes to my mind at that moment. Haha.

Am I the only one who feels this way? I don't know if I'm just analyzing things too much or if it's something that everyone else thinks about too. Any thoughts on this? :)

Event security

2011-12-29T10:52:00.002+08:00

When you're organizing or attending an event, your foremost concern should be the security of the attendees. Lots of people are bound to attend the event so you need to make sure that the venue is furnished with the necessary equipment to secure the premises.

To keep a crowd under control and to make the event more organized, you can use stanchions, barricades, and a velvet rope. These are all effective means to maintain crowd control. Spare no expenses when considering these things as they are all for the safety and security of the event.

Once you've launched your event smoothly and securely, you can plan other upcoming events more easily. So, remember to keep security of the attendees foremost in your mind during event planning. Then, plan ways on how the event can become a success!

Holiday season

2011-12-28T23:55:00.001+08:00

I know it's supposed to be cold this holiday season, but I didn't expect it to be this cold - so much so that I developed a sore throat and a cold. And yes, it's a bummer to be sick during the holiday season, when you're supposed to be merry and enjoy the festivities. Haha.

Anyway, I just have to make sure that I load up on some much needed vitamin C. Here's to hoping I get well soon! I really hope I do! I hate having a cold!

Happy holidays, everyone!

On being a doctor

2011-12-24T12:05:00.000+08:00

Finishing your degree and medicine and passing the necessary qualifying and licensure exams guarantees your position as a doctor. However, that doesn't mean that learning stops once you've finally reached that point. There are still several more trainings that you need to undergo if you want to improve your status and knowledge as a doctor. These advanced skills can only be obtained by participating in different training courses designed to make you more viable in the medical industry.

If you are on the lookout for a job as a medical consultant, then you might want to consider taking a consultant interview course to help you prepare for the application process. After all, you would want to make sure that your potential employer knows all your skills and qualifications.

On the other hand, if you want to try teaching in medical school, then why not take a medical teaching course? If you want to pass on your knowledge to the would-be doctors out there, then this is definitely a worthwhile choice. You can also try the teach the teacher course, which can also help you gain the necessary skills to teach others.

To improve your leadership skills, then a medical management course would be perfect for you. It's only a one-day course, but will definitely improve your management abilities.

Christmas shopping

2011-12-18T23:24:00.000+08:00

Have you been to the malls lately? If you have, then I'm sure you'll understand it when I say that I can't get any Christmas shopping done, especially during the weekends! There are tons of people everywhere I go. I can't even walk a couple of steps without unintentionally bumping into someone else!

I know, I know. This is what I get for not doing my Christmas shopping earlier. It's just that things have been so busy lately that I couldn't find the time to go to the mall and look for gifts. Plus, it's hard to think of gifts, which you think your friends might like!

I hope I can finish buying my Christmas gifts before the week ends! Anyway, would you care to share some gift ideas?

Talking about financial matters

2011-12-18T23:21:00.002+08:00

Let's talk about investments.

I have yet to make any serious decisions regarding financial investments. However, I know that it is something that every person must consider to attain financial security. But before all that, careful planning and analysis of the various available investment types is needed. For example, if you're planning on investing on silver dollars, then you should probably know where to get a copy of a morgan dollar price guide. If you plan on investing in gold, then you need to know where to purchase them.

Sounds easy, huh? Yes, it does sound pretty easy, but I think actually going through with your investment decision can be quite difficult. You'll experience having second thoughts, thinking if you've made the right decision and if it will really be profitable for you.

That's where the importance of careful planning and analyzing comes in. Make sure that you know what you're doing. Research on your choice of investment first and think of its pros and cons. Invest your money wisely!

The Bloomfields!

2011-12-11T20:16:00.001+08:00

I was randomly checking out the different channels on TV when I saw this show featuring the band, "The Bloomfields". It reminded me of the days when I really enjoyed listening to their music. I especially loved their first single, "Wala Nang Iba". There's something about how they perform that's just soothing to the ears. It makes me bob my head along to the tunes of their songs and enjoy every bit of their music.

I'm not updated with the hit songs nowadays, though (especially in the OPM scene), so I don't know what's up with them. Haha. Do they have a new album? Do they still wear their Beatles-inspired outfits? I hope they still do! They looked cute in them! :)

Investing in gold

2011-12-10T00:03:00.001+08:00

Have you ever considered investing gold? Although I haven't tried it yet, I heard that buying gold and gold bullion and then later on selling them can be very profitable. The value of gold does not depreciate so it's a guaranteed good investment!

However, I don't really have any idea on how and where to purchase gold, so I think I'd have to do some research on that first, before I try my hand with gold investments.

As early as now, we should start thinking of ways on how to invest our money. Remember that the earlier you start with financial planning, the earlier it is for you to attain financial freedom and success!

What other types of investment have you tried? Are they really profitable? If they are, then please feel free to share your stories!

Love is in the air?

2011-12-04T21:32:00.001+08:00

I've been hearing several stories of people getting engaged and getting married recently. What is it with the month of December? Has it suddenly become the new "love month"? And no, I don't really know if they call February as the love month. I just made that one up. Haha.

Anyway, while hearing all these cute and romantic stories, I can't help but think of how my own engagement would play out. Now, that's what you call wishful thinking! :) Still, it wouldn't hurt to think about it, right? If I were the one being proposed to, I would definitely appreciate receiving a ring. It would be even better if I can get to pick among an assortment of diamond rings! Of course, a surprise engagement ring would be welcome too!

Do you have any cute engagement stories to share? Tell me, please! I always love hearing stories about romantic proposals!

Shopping for the Christmas season?

2011-12-04T12:21:00.001+08:00

If you plan to shop for Christmas presents, then you should have already planned your budget for your shopping spree. I'm sure you don't want to overspend since you're going to have a lot more expenses for this month! If the shops nearest to you are having boxing day sales, then you better take advantage of it!

But before all that planning and budgeting, I need to make a list of the gifts that I plan to buy first. You see, thinking of the possible gifts to your friends and family is probably one of the most difficult task when it comes to gift-giving. You just never know if they're going to like what you've picked out for them or not. To be on the safe side, personal and practical gifts are always much appreciated. If you include a heartfelt letter with your gift, then they'll surely love it too!

Alright, here's to hoping that there will be more sales at the malls this Christmas season! :)

Interested in pumps?

2011-11-20T20:11:00.001+08:00

During the times when I stay in the library, I sometimes find myself looking at books about pumps. Yes, I know! I'm turning into a geek! When I was in college, I didn't think that books discussing pumps would interest me. Well, that just goes to show that interests can also change.

I'm not an expert when it comes to pumps. I still can't differentiate the function of each type of pump. However, with continuous study, I hope I can get more acquainted with these different pump types. Maybe a year from now, I'd easily be able to discuss how a coolant pump works and be able to understand the basics of proper pump maintenance.

Anyway, for now, I have to get back to finishing a report. Got any info on pumps? Feel free to share it!

Busy week ahead!

2011-11-20T19:56:00.001+08:00

This is going to be a busy week. So many papers and homework to do - I hope I can finish them all on time! Actually, I want to finish all of them ahead of time. However, I know that's not going to be an easy task. The best way to get all these things done is, of course, effective time management.

Time management - two words that we frequently use yet can be a bit difficult to apply in our daily routine. Yes, it can be hard to do but I hope I can effectively manage my time, though. I really need to get all these tasks done.

Any effective time management tips you care to share?

Jobs to look out for

2011-11-13T13:50:00.001+08:00

I'm currently watching a show right now that deals with the issue of unemployment in our country today. So far, it's been very informative and worth watching. One of the major reasons of unemployment cited is the mismatch between the available jobs and the work skills that the applicants have. Yes, although there are a number of available jobs out there, not a lot of people have the skills to fill that position.

Personally, I think that the youth of today should seriously consider taking Computer Programmer Jobs. Whenever I log on to a job-hunting site, I would see hundreds of ads for computer programming job vacancies. I admit, I even feel a twinge of regret that I didn't take up something related to IT during my college years. Don't take it the wrong way, though. I'm still happy being an engineer. :)

Now, the biggest decision graduating high school students will be facing has to do with the path they want to take. Will they take practicality or go for what they truly want?

Did you ever want to become a doctor?

2011-11-09T22:18:00.000+08:00

I'm not sure about this, but I think at some point in our lives, we all had that dream to become a doctor. Is that a prerequisite among children? Or is it just that our parents taught as that it's one of the things that we must aspire to become?

When we were kids, a lot of us probably wanted to wear baby scrubs, complete with a stethoscope, just to see how we would look like as doctors. I know I was one of those kids! Haha. Now, I don't regret that I took up engineering in college, though. It may not be what I have originally planned, but it's a profession that I'm proud to have. :)

What about you, though? What did you dream to be when you were a child? Did you push through with it or did your plans change as you grew up?

Are you on Goodreads?

2011-11-06T11:03:00.001+08:00

Love reading books? Then, you must be in Goodreads! Goodreads is like your online bookshelf, which you can share to your friends and fellow book lovers. I haven't updated my Goodreads account for quite a long time, but if you have an account there, then please do add me up! Here's the link to my profile.

There are other alternatives to Goodreads, if you're looking for something else. One of the most popular book-related social networking site is Shelfari. I also have an account there, but it isn't really active. I like Goodreads layout and features much better, I think. Plus, I think there are more book bloggers over at Goodreads.

Let's share our bookshelves! Add me up on Goodreads!

Looking for Christmas gifts?

2011-10-31T21:18:00.001+08:00

The season for gift-giving is just a month away! Have you thought of what you want to give as presents to your family and friends yet? If you haven't, well, you're not alone! I'm still thinking of ideas for my Christmas presents. However, I would really like to give gifts that are personal and useful.

If you'd like to give something personalized to your friends, why not have a special coin made for them? You can give them military coins or music-inspired coins, depending on what your friends' interests are! Sounds cool, huh? I'm not sure how much these things cost, but I think the price would be worth it. After all, the coins are pretty unique!

Any other ideas for your Christmas gifts? Share them, please!

Accidentally deleted my blogroll!

2011-10-23T13:16:00.003+08:00

Uh, what just happened?

It seems like I've just deleted my blogroll. And I honestly don't know how it happened.

If you were in my blogroll before, just leave a comment here and I'll add you right back!

How my blog looked like before

2011-10-23T13:12:00.001+08:00

I decided to look up my blog statistics in Alexa earlier. While I was browsing through the site, I saw one of their features wherein you can see how your blog looked like in the past. I saw this blog's template two years ago and realized that I really missed how it used to look back then. If you haven't seen it before, here's how it looked:

Isn't it cute?

So, I tried to revert to the same layout earlier. However, if I do that, I would have to re-install all my widgets here and that would just take too much time and effort. I'll have to postpone changing my layout till I have enough free time, I guess.

By the way, this Alexa tool is called the Wayback Machine. Try it too if you're feeling nostalgic and want to bring back old blog memories!