tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-63684297658999025932024-03-13T12:36:45.237+04:00Coffee, Pearls, and A View"A celebration of fashion, lifestyle and everything red hot!"Kerohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00345536100175309108noreply@blogger.comBlogger1056125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6368429765899902593.post-21910501477332929122013-01-04T10:32:00.001+04:002013-01-04T10:53:49.493+04:00Importance Of Having Your Own Business Cards<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The digital world has yet to intervene with the 'sacred' world of business card. Sure we can sms or bluetooth our contact number. But as I have tagged along with Hubby on numerous business lunch meetings, nobody brings out their phones to align them and exchange names and contacts. It always ends up with both parties exchanging small cards bearing their name and brand.</div>
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And later on, if not in a few days time, Hubby gets a call from a new client or Hubby calls the card to inquier about construction supplies. The small card do wonders, is so very convenient and utterly important that I have made sure my man does not ran out by ordering prints from <a href="http://www.overnightprints.com/businesscards">http://www.overnightprints.com/businesscards</a>. We have been their client for the last six years and always satisfied with their professional looking business cards.</div>
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Today I share with you some reasons why you should always keep a card in your person.</div>
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1. Your business card is the link to make money. Whether to get your name for referral, or across a potential customer, client, resource, supplier, and even a future employer. </div>
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2. To make the most of the situation, save money, or for added value services. So many times now, we have been approached by male and female salons, travel agents, and restaurants offering free services and dinner in exchange for Hubby or mine's business card. Once we even won an intercontinental brunch at a swanky hotel simply because we dropped our business cards.</div>
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3. Simply for social reasons. I have friends who met their partners because they had the courage to call and ask them out after exchanging business cards in one corporate meeting. If you are single or bachelor, this is one way to meet new friends or widen your social circles.</div>
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Now the question, what do you put in your business card? At all cost, avoid too many information. At a glance your business card should have your name, contact information, web address or twitter account, and position or nature of
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Now that you know its benefits, use this knowledge to create business cards that will be noticed, kept, and used for years to come.
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Kerohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00345536100175309108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6368429765899902593.post-79716834938403862292012-11-14T08:31:00.001+04:002012-11-14T08:31:59.493+04:00DVD Date: Savages<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Sometimes, a good sleep is not the cure to stress but rather an entertaining movie. We squeezed in a DVD date last night. Both Hubby and I needed a break from work and thankfully, Little C was soo tired from school that he dozed off early giving as some much deserved adult time.<br />
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Hubby was hesitant at first with my DVD choice. We both don't like horror or gruesome films and the title alone is rather chilling. But I pointed out Oliver Stone is one very good director the very same one behind the documentary we watched a few years back on Cuban President Hugo Chavez. Regardless of the title, Oliver Stone always delivers something good having focused most of his films on politics and cultural issues.</div>
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Savages is a crime thriller which stars Taylor Kitsch, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Blake Lively, Salma Hayek, Benicio del Toro, and John Travolta. The plot is simple. Two best friends head over heels in love with a girl and goes on to share her - which confronts the threesome trend. Their relationship, however a taboo it may seem, was presented artfully in a way you won't despise any of them. Blake Lively narrates the story and though I used to think she has great screen presence, I think it was Taylor Kitsch's act that was more arresting. </div>
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The baddies are composed of Hayek and del Toro. They ran this drug empire and wants a partnership with the clean-weed growing guys played by Kitsch and company. They refuse and that's where it all goes wrong. </div>
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The DVD was released yesterday and yes I do recommend getting a copy. If you are a huge Blake Lively fashion fan, she won't disappoint here. She's was a total beach babe, all blonde hair, rich girl and punished in white maxi dress. The movie received mixed reviews but Oliver Stone succeeds in capturing the young movie goers and show how dark gruesome movies are executed.</div>
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Kerohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00345536100175309108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6368429765899902593.post-42610123788834782352012-11-14T07:34:00.000+04:002012-11-14T07:44:43.173+04:00Poetique Fashion<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Armore Di Casa is a design company that are responsible for the Poetique collection found at </span><a href="http://www.fashionforhome.co.uk/"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: navy; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline;">Fashion For Home</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">.
Using natural finishes as well as contrived finishes, Armore Di Casa
create furniture with an excellent standard of craftsmanship, as well
using fashions that are found in recent interior design trends such as
antiques and country style rustic pieces. Antiques without the age! </span></div>
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set of drawers. Using classical designs, this is a garish piece of
furniture that is finished in such a way to make it seem antique. There
are curved classical expressions on the handles as well as a floral
decoration on the base. For an old time look, coupled with fantastic
craftsmanship this is a perfect example. Make yourself feel like a child
of the renaissance. </span></div>
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piece from the Poetique range is this side table. Perfect as a bedside
table, or just an added space for items to sit on, this compliments the
set of drawers completely. Romantic and elegant, Armore Di Casa can turn
your house into an old time regal paradise, bursting with warmth and
character this winter. </span></div>
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another example of the Poetique range would be this beautifully
finished clock. The ageing technique used on the wood has no impact on
the sturdiness of it, leaving you with an antique looking clock, which
has the robustness of a new, modern piece. Time has stood still here. </span></div>
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the antique look isn't your style and you find yourself swinging
towards more of an en vogue minimalist theme, Fashion For Home offer a
wide variety of contemporary style furniture. From 40's, 50's and 60's
influenced items, right up to modern day minimalist interior trends.
Fashion for Home has it all. Not only are their products reliable and
good looking, they all come from sustainable materials at a highly
affordable price. An added bonus! So why wait, treat yourself this
Christmas. </span></div>
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Our luggage from a staycation at Danat Al Ain Resort. We were only away fro three days but I think I packed things good for a week yay! Well better be prepared. I packed first aid kit, swim wear and floaters, dress for cocktails, wedge and thong sandals among others. </div>
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We came back and oly half of our clothes were used since we spent most of the days swimming =)</div>
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Tell me, do you also tend to over pack during getaways? </div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">Trakai Island Castle is an island castle located in Trakai, Lithuania on an island in Lake Galvė. The castle is sometimes referred to as "Little Marienburg". The construction of the stone castle was begun in the 14th century by Kęstutis, and around 1409 major works were completed by his son Vytautas the Great, who died in this castle in 1430. Trakai was one of the main centres of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and the castle held great strategic importance.</div><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: justify;">There are a lot of companies now that provide you with different services you need for your house cleaning and maintenance. But certainly, there is one best company like Maid To Please that could fit all your needs. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">It takes a wise consumer to choose the best house cleaning service but I share three pointers you might wish to consider: </div><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/xTYeeXZ24xSvIZadQRnHuucbTGWnY_XNxfldATywLQY?feat=embedwebsite"><img height="277" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-z425oSecxhg/T3PvbtONiZI/AAAAAAAAR-o/a-FvhyEMH0s/s800/Fullscreen%2520capture%25203292012%252091255%2520AM.jpg" width="281" /></a></div><ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>The first and foremost thing to consider is the credibility of the company. Make sure that this company is dependable and its services are really satisfactory, if not excellent. You do not want your items be destroyed or lost after the cleaning service, so make sure this company hires honest, competent and well-trained maids and cleaners.</li>
</ul><ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Take into consideration the cost of the service. You may want to choose the most affordable yet equally-reliable cleaning service in the market. To do this, you may need to compare the prices and services of different maid service in your community.</li>
</ul><ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>More importantly, consider how well the overall work performance. It's not just being obsessively compulsive, but, certainly, as clients, we expect total cleanliness and orderliness in our homes.</li>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">Fortunately, all these pointers has been proven by Maid To Please services so you might want to consider them when hiring professional cleaners. Visit their site and you will read testimonials of many satisfied customers like we do.</div><br />
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</b><b style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"rel="nofollow">Maternity swimwear is a must-have for any mother-to-be who wants to keep exercising while carrying their child. Like many other items of maternity clothing out there, it not only protects your stomach from the elements while swimming, but it’s also comfortable, durable and looks just as good as conventional swimwear. A maternity swimsuit would be perfect for taking to the beach on a day out, just as a treat while going on the rollercoaster ride that is pregnancy.</span></b><br />
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Kerohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00345536100175309108noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6368429765899902593.post-52010354300795910832012-03-20T08:37:00.000+04:002012-03-20T08:37:46.570+04:00Little Boy's Morning Bath<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Some shots I took from my little boy's bath before going to school.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">Blue curtain, blue bath mat, blue potty..</div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">And lots, and lots of bubbles!</div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/TxUPap3jzQg77ev6hH1H6ecbTGWnY_XNxfldATywLQY?feat=embedwebsite"><img height="370" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-ZEP3IIQEA6g/T2V26yAcFqI/AAAAAAAAR3A/41iObzPhySo/s400/Fullscreen%2520capture%25203182012%252094123%2520AM.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Decadent vanilla cupcakes. </div><br />
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<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85791/mrhsp88/f46eb8e3361a79a5edbb6568f5b30d58.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div></div>Kerohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00345536100175309108noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6368429765899902593.post-50200462058758757102012-03-11T09:26:00.002+04:002012-03-11T09:28:51.003+04:00Shadow Shot Sunday: Tortoise At the Zoo<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">I think this is one of my best shot from all the visits we have done at the zoo ((^_^))<br />
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<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85791/mrhsp88/f46eb8e3361a79a5edbb6568f5b30d58.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div></div>Kerohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00345536100175309108noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6368429765899902593.post-83968708954407378062012-03-05T08:11:00.000+04:002012-03-05T08:11:26.345+04:00Ulun Danu Temple, Bali<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: justify;">I collect four types of postcards: landmarks, map cards, famous people, and cards of castles, churches, and temples. A new addition to my collection was sent by Linda from her home country Indonesia.</div><br />
<span class="st">Ulun Danu is a Hindu Temple set in the lakeside of Beratan and as an icon of the tourist destination in Bali.</span><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">Built in 1663, this temple is used for offerings ceremony to the Balinese water, lake and river goddess Dewi Danu, due to the importance of Lake Bratan as a main source of irrigation in central Bali. The 11 stories of pelinggih meru dedicated for Shiva and his consort Parvathi. Buddha statue also present inside this temple.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Lake Bratan is known as the Lake of Holy Mountain due to the fertility of this area. Located 1200 m above sea level, it has a cold tropical climate.</div><br />
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1. The Debt<br />
**It stars Helen Mirren, Sam Worthington, Jessica Chastain, among others. It's about Mossad agents trying to capture a Nazi criminal in Berlin and bring it back to Israel to stand on trial. It has stellar cast performance and one movie I'd recommned.<br />
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2. True Grit<br />
**I have a thing for horses so i do enjoy watching American Western films. This one made me cry. It has beautiful life lessons -- though i wish the movie had subtitles as i had a hard time making out some of the movie lines. <br />
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3. The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo (2011)<br />
**I love the Millennium series. In fact, I've been reading all three books again and again. It's quiet fascinating. It's one heck of a movie material too. But sadly, Dragon Tattoo was poorly directed, and Rooney Mara didn't feel her character until the last scene. She may have studied Salander but some lines - which were suppose to be delivered cold and unhurried - were simply memorized. I wish it was Russel Crowe who took the role of Blomkvist and Keira Knightley would have been perfect as Salander. I have seen clips of the Swedish version of the movie and I think that was way far better than the Hollywood version. Still I am utterly delighted there will be a sequel. I think I will faint to see Salander and Blomkvist kiss onscreen hahahaaaa!<br />
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4. Footloose (2011)<br />
**Now this..I love how it was executed. But my husband thinks there should have been a better plot. Well he's a lot older than me and definitely more conservative (peace, Honey!) but I think I like how it teaches parents to ultimately learn to trust their kids. That the more you hover and try to clip their wings, the more they will come to defy you. The bottom line is, our children do not like it when we feel disappointed with them. They are young, they will make mistakes yet that should not prevent us parents from letting them have fun.<br />
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5. Immortals (2011)<br />
**Freida Pinto as the virgin oracle is stunning in this movie loosely based on Greek myths of Theseus. Greek mythology is always a fascinating subject and if you enjoyed Clash of the Titans, this you will appreciate too.<br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">Heart Reef is perhaps the most fascinating piece of the Great Barrier Reef. It is a stunning natural coral formation that was discovered by a local pilot in 1975. It is located in the Whitsunday Islands and must be viewed from the air as the area is protected and snorkelers and scuba divers are not allowed to enter.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Although lingerie is likely to feature quite prominently in a Valentine’s Day gift idea guide for men, it’s a massive improvement on a cheap bottle of perfume of a limp bouquet of roses from the nearest 24-hour petrol station forecourt. Sexy lingerie not only looks good, but it’s comfortable to wear and, in the case of a handful of items, can help to make the best of your assets by making your breasts appear larger.</span><br />
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</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Lingerie alone is a great gift, but if you want to buy something that strays even further from clichés, then Ann Summers have a surprisingly long line of anal sex toys for sale. These include anal beads, dildos and butt plugs, which come in all shapes and sizes. If you want something a little more playful, then you can buy fancy dress costumes, games, funny t-shirts, sweets, board games and other light-hearted gifts which will make great presents. Ann Summers have over 140 branches across the UK, Republic of Ireland and Spain, all of which will stock something which is bound to intrigue you. </span><br />
</div>Kerohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00345536100175309108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6368429765899902593.post-51086692694521293192012-02-15T21:05:00.000+04:002012-02-15T21:05:22.812+04:00Read or Blog?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: justify;">I struggled to finish all my tasks this week because all i want to do is lie down and read. I finished all three of Stieg Larrson's book and I want to read them again. Ugh. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">I am also running out of creative juices yay! I still have to do cover on New York Fashion Week but I just can't bring myself to write anything about Oscar Dela Renta's gowns. I am also too lazy to take photo of anything right now. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">My son must have noticed this since he gave me the camera yesterday and settled himself in front of me with his biggest smile. I made a few clicks before he happily continued reading his picture books.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Aaargh, the pull of a good book is too much to resist! I gotta lie down for now and read.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85791/mrhsp88/f46eb8e3361a79a5edbb6568f5b30d58.png" style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent; border: 0pt none ! important;" /></a></div></div>Kerohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00345536100175309108noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6368429765899902593.post-20722662153801577402012-02-13T13:33:00.000+04:002012-02-13T13:33:01.413+04:00Accessorize Your Cell Phone For Less<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">Our mobile phones nowadays are an extension of our personality. Not only do they serve as means of communication but they express our style, status, and ultimately life choices. I will share to you today some ideas on how you can dress-up your cellphone without breaking your budget.<br />
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First, look for budget <a href="http://www.lowerpriceusa.com/cell-phone-accessory.html" target="_blank">cell phone case</a>. They are very popular as rubbers or hard casing which also function as protection from scratch or when you drop your phone accidentally. Designs vary from bold colors to leopard print, sports emblems and including insignia of your favorite house of fashion.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Next, when your phone is all dressed up, find a convenient way to carry it while working, exercising, dining, or shopping. Buy those belt clips so you can easily reach for you phone. High street stores also sell those pretty cell phone pouches that you can wear around your neck.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Then enhance your mobile phones capability. Whether sound or photo, or prolonging your battery life, it pays to buy a little more for your phone to get the most out of it. Buy a car charger, a Bluetooth device, or add a memory card. Check and compare online for best deals. I bought my current <a href="http://www.lowerpriceusa.com/lg-electronics-faceplates-100.html" target="_blank">LG mobile accessories</a> from LowerPriceUSA.com</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Lastly, ensure the accessory you choose is compatible with your phone. Always refer to your carrier's website.</div><div style="background-color: white; border: medium none; color: black; overflow: hidden; text-align: left; text-decoration: none;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85791/mrhsp88/f46eb8e3361a79a5edbb6568f5b30d58.png" style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent; border: 0pt none ! important;" /></a></div></div></div>Kerohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00345536100175309108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6368429765899902593.post-44369294532627714972012-02-06T09:31:00.000+04:002012-02-06T09:31:35.420+04:00London Eye Postcard<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">I received this beautiful London Eye postcard last week from Anna. <br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">The London Eye is a giant Ferris wheel situated on the banks of the River Thames, in London, England. The entire structure is 135 metres tall and the wheel has a diameter of 120 metres.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">It is the tallest Ferris wheel in Europe, and the most popular paid tourist attraction in the United Kingdom, visited by over 3.5 million people annually. When erected in 1999, it was the tallest Ferris wheel in the world, until surpassed first by the 160 m Star of Nanchang in 2006, and then the 165 m Singapore Flyer in 2008. It is still described by its operators as "the world's tallest cantilevered observation wheel" (as the wheel is supported by an A-frame on one side only, unlike the Nanchang and Singapore wheels).</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">The London Eye, or Millennium Wheel, was officially called the British Airways London Eye and then the Merlin Entertainments London Eye. Since 20 January 2011, its official name is the EDF Energy London Eye[5] following a three-year sponsorship deal.</div><br />
<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85791/mrhsp88/f46eb8e3361a79a5edbb6568f5b30d58.png" style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent; border: 0pt none ! important;" /></a></div></div>Kerohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00345536100175309108noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6368429765899902593.post-81819760278385339352012-02-01T09:45:00.000+04:002012-02-01T09:45:05.709+04:00Maids and Moore For All Your Cleaning Needs<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: justify;">Today, I received some beautiful portrait cards which includes a signed postcard of the President of the United States. My Aunt in Austin sent them as a thank you note for helping her out through the holiday craze.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">No I didn't fly to Austin but merely listened to her pour her out over the phone last December. Her husband's real estate work keeps him away for days sometimes even weeks and with two your children, a house, and nurse duty, she was finding it very hard to keep up. And with the Christmas parties, gift shopping, and children's party invitation, she was stressed and exhausted.<br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/OxHjP3naQLH36XKiXgiLjecbTGWnY_XNxfldATywLQY?feat=embedwebsite"><img height="297" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-0adlt1UPUqo/TyjQx89F7RI/AAAAAAAARbI/T69APHDDc9o/s400/Fullscreen%2520capture%2520212012%252094113%2520AM.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I gently told her to hire part-time cleaners but she said she previously did that but found them unreliable. Maybe because they are teens who find it hard to clean-up a whole two-storey house. And she went on to say that perhaps what she really needs right now is a house helper who will clean, do gardening, and take care of the laundry. Then I recalled my cousin's office who avails <a href="http://maidsandmoore.com/" target="_blank">commercial cleaning services Austin</a>.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">I Googled and found out the very same company Maids and Moore also offers <a href="http://maidsandmoore.com/" target="_blank">maid services Austin</a>.I called back my Aunt and I'm glad she considered because after two weeks, she sent an email saying she's very pleased with her house now and everything is in order. The cleaning and maid services she availed is doing a fantastic job: efficient and reliable -- that she was looking forward to hosting a Christmas lunch knowing somebody else will take care of the cleaning and all. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">That's when she asked me how she can properly say thank you so I said a postcard will do. </div><br />
</div>Kerohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00345536100175309108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6368429765899902593.post-16022460749446316922012-01-29T14:21:00.000+04:002012-01-29T14:21:10.855+04:00My Current Vanity Obsession<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Let's beat January blues by sharing our vanity obsession for the moment. Here's mine:<br />
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1. Bath & Body Works Moonlight Path Body Cream. I use this at night and Hubby who finds most fragrance to be very artificial agreed this one smells alluring.<br />
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2. I love a good blush. While some would pick lipstick to perk up their spirits, I turn to Milano blush in peach shade or the blush pot from Victoria's Secret Ultimate Make-Up Kit.<br />
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3. No.7 Heated Eyelash Curler. It's a beauty tool must have. Although i don't use it all the time, there are weekends when I feel like dolling up and I heart looking forward to using it. Curls stay longer.<br />
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4. Olay Illuminating Radiance Cream. While some would find that it barely covers anything, I love the fact that it does not change my skin tone. My face don't get oily and it acts as a quality, affordable make-up base.<br />
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5. Beauty Rush 3-in-1 Body Wash in Candy Baby scent. Although I ahve yet to use it as a shampoo, I love how it lingers on my skin long after I finished shower. The scent is all girly and makes you feel fun!<br />
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How about you? Any favorite beauty item these days? Do share! ((^_^))<br />
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<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85791/mrhsp88/f46eb8e3361a79a5edbb6568f5b30d58.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div></div>Kerohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00345536100175309108noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6368429765899902593.post-67553548192131308422012-01-15T13:34:00.000+04:002012-01-15T13:34:44.923+04:00Fresh Berries For Snacks<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">On one of our late afternoons at the beach, Hubby packed some fresh berries for us to snack on.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">Blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries. </div><br />
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<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85791/mrhsp88/f46eb8e3361a79a5edbb6568f5b30d58.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div></div>Kerohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00345536100175309108noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6368429765899902593.post-69573477590413077592012-01-09T09:20:00.000+04:002012-01-09T09:20:08.577+04:005 Tips To Save Money On Air Conditioning Costs<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">It is going to be a tough year: with the Euro crisis and Strait of Hormus tension hovering and threatening our already weak economy. People are looking for ways to keep their cash and more and more households are cutting budget expenses. For the most part, keeping our air condition on is costly, yet it is a necessity -- especially when you have children and elderly in your house.<br />
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I share with you then some ways on how you can cut your cooling cost. I learned these tips from BlueAir which has provided reliable <a href="http://www.blueair-ac.com/" target="_blank">Round Rock air conditioning</a> since 1995.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/uDx-2ZvWLCKPWHQdt1ZTHecbTGWnY_XNxfldATywLQY?feat=embedwebsite"><img height="308" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-GWiEux4gLO0/Twp4XpjwW3I/AAAAAAAARJU/M8MF2rnzfW8/s800/Fullscreen%252520capture%252520192012%25252091632%252520AM.jpg" width="410" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Let BlueAir Team take care of your heating and air conditioning needs.</div><br />
1. The darker the color of your house, the more heat it will absorb, so if you're building, buying, or considering repainting, choose lighter colors for the exterior.<br />
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2. Plant shade trees and shrubs around your house to help reduce the heat of the sun. Install draperies on the sunny side of your house.<br />
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3. Try to install your air conditioner in a shaded area. An air conditioner that is exposed to direct sunlight will consume five per cent more energy than one that is shaded. But then, don't overcrowd it with shrubs.<br />
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4. Proper maintenance of your air conditioner can increase its efficiency. You can clean the outside compressor yourself with a hose, removing debris that impedes air flow. However, routine maintenance from professional will extend the life of your cooling system. BlueAir also performs routine maintenance and minor heater repairs for homes and businesses. Set up a schedule with their <a href="http://www.blueair-ac.com/" target="_blank">Cedar Park HVAC</a> contractors and never worry about changing filter again.<br />
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5. Lastly, a significant percent of the heat in your house is absorbed through the roof. Make sure your attic is properly ventilated. Vents in the eaves allows cooler air to enter. Turn off lights and appliances not in use as they also generate heat.<br />
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</div>Kerohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00345536100175309108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6368429765899902593.post-8953542639961060232012-01-09T08:44:00.000+04:002012-01-09T08:44:08.024+04:00Sunshiny Winter!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">We dropped by Safa Park late afternoon of Saturday for some sand play and swing ride. This is Dubai's oldest park and the closest park to our place. But somehow, we rarely get to visit -- because Little C rather enjoys the huge outdoor play area at Zabeel Park.<br />
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Anyway, Hubby has taken a liking for charcoal grilling so we're coming back next weekend for some barbecue. Here's one of the stunning scenery you will see when you visit Safa Park:<br />
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Green Monday<br />
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<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85791/mrhsp88/f46eb8e3361a79a5edbb6568f5b30d58.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0 !important;" /></a></div></div>Kerohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00345536100175309108noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6368429765899902593.post-8529475932632823092011-12-21T22:38:00.000+04:002011-12-21T22:38:42.285+04:00Advantages Of Buying A Used Car<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">With the frail economy, more and more people are looking for ways to stretch their money. Hence, buying a used car is now more popular than ever. Hubby and I were talking over dinner that since our SUV will turn 5 years old October next year, we will have to move one to a newer model and hopefully, one that we can use for off-road trips.<br />
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We are fully aware that 4x4 are quiet expensive but maybe it will not break our bank account if we consider buying a used car. We have been reading <a href="http://www.autotrader.co.uk/carmakes" target="_blank">used car reviews</a> lately and convinced that for a cheaper amount, we will be able to get the same car. Apart from the affordability pull and lower cost of insurance, we learned that there is a program called "Certified Pre-owned." Cars belonging to this category undergo rigorous inspection and repair (if needed). Also, they generally fall under the manufacturer's warranty. CPO cars maybe of slightly higher value but any buyer will have better peace of mind.<br />
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Perhaps we will miss the smell of a new car but hey we have experience that once. Now we are looking to enhance our expatriate life. We want to start with off-roading adventures on weekends and some outdoor camping trips. My son would really like that! Therefore, will be checking <a href="http://www.autotrader.co.uk/new-cars" target="_blank">new car deals</a> frequently in the coming months.<br />
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