Chaos all around

I have mentioned in my other blog that I am currently busy with the repair and reconstruction of our house.  I have to look after the workers as well as the procurement of materials.  Hubby can not perform the job coz he’s always in the office so I am left with no choice but to take charge.  It’s kinda difficult for me sometimes coz I have to climb up to the top of the house to see the development of the project.  Nonetheless, I’m doing fine so far.

 A while ago in my little space I call veranda, I requested a worker to stock up the construction materials properly coz it makes me dizzy to see chaos.  I requested him to move the few flowering plants pots near the sidewalk to give way for the pile of materials that’s coming in.  The Parrot Cage that is hanging by the veranda is taken down to avoid being hit by big wooden trusses that might accidentally fall.  I sincerely don’t want to dispose it yet coz I still plan to replace my pet parrot that died a year ago. I’m just waiting for the place to be fixed before I buy another one.  A neighbor of mine saw the Parrot Cage dumped on one corner and asked for it.  I politely begged-off explaining that there are another birds coming.  I doubt if he believes me.  If he doesn’t, well, he will in the near future coz he’d certainly see my parrot cage on our tiny  veranda again with a colorful talkative parrot in it.

 For now, let the chaos around here conceal my plan.  The plan to have a new pet parrot!

An Award from a Beautiful Blogger Friend

It surprised me that my beautiful Indonesian blogger friend,  Nensa have thought of me to include in her list of recipients for this Beautiful Blogger Award.  This is the second one that I received the same award that is why I’m posting it here instead of where she left it for me, in Beyond My Quiet Zone. To Nensa,  I hope you understand and thanks much!

The rules are:
1. Thank & link the person that gave you the award.
2. Pass this award onto 15 bloggers you’ve recently discovered and think are fantastic.
3. Contact said Blogs and let them know they’ve won.
4. State 7 things about yourself.

Since I am short of time to pass this on to 15 blogger friends, I’m just passing this to all  friends in my blog links.

And for the 7 things about myself:

•  I’m a worrier
•  I never allow my maid to cook for my family
•  I wish to go back visit Australia
•  I love the music of the 70’s and the 80’s
•  Long stemmed red roses melt my heart
•  I like crackling chicken skin than chocolates
•  I’m still young…  at heart!

Japanese Car Recall

With the cars that we had before, which includes a locally manufactured AUV, an Isuzu Gemini, a Toyota Corolla, and a Toyota Innova, we are quite lucky that not any  of those had brought trouble on the road.  Well, I must admit, that the Isuzu Gemini was a crank.  Having it acquired from a second owner probably explains why.  But over all, each one served well.  Unlike some of the new cars now which has manufacturer’s defect that causes serious road accidents.  

Have you heard of the news regarding a popular car company recalling some 3.8 million of their vehicles that have already been sold in the market?  It has been established that the cars have latent defect to cause road mishaps.  One reason pointed out is the possibility of car floor mats sticking to the gas pedal in the open position.  This actually causes one of its sold cars to crash.  The accident happened in San Diego, California.  The popular car company is supposed to be known for good quality cars.  It is quite surprising how they overlooked simple defects.  Could it be that its quality control is of out of control?  Let’s hope not.

So far, I’m not sure if we will still patronize cars from the popular Japanese car company though I have truly loved our last car from them.

Online slot machine

Many years ago, hubby used to frequent the Casino located along Roxas Boulevard in Manila.  Sometimes, I would come along with him and observe how games are played. At times, he would give me a few thousand pesos to play with while he played the baccarat.  After getting the money I would go to the slot machines and watch discreetly how the machine is being played.  I could see how easy it is to use but I preferred playing the Big and small.  But that was long time ago.  It was yet the time when online casinos are not heard yet.

 
Today, one could find scores of online casinos.  It’s easier to visit and games are uncomplicated.  There are various casino games that could be played online but slot machine rvm is much effortless to play.  You may think that slot machines are all the same but it’s not.  Lately, the most sought after slot machine rvm is the so called multi line slots.  This game improves your chances of winning coz you are able to play more than one game at a time.  With online casinos mushrooming in the internet, it is very easy now to enjoy playing the slot machine rvm and at the same time getting to win big cash.

Hijacking with a twist

I have heard on one late night news about a hijacking incident that took place in Atimonan, Quezon one noontime in January of this year.  A truck loaded with copra was flagged down by three armed men then blindfolded and hogtied the driver and his helper.  Such incident ringed a bell to my ear.  Few decades ago when I was still working with a Customs Brokerage Company, this likewise happened (but with a little twist) to one of the company’s trucks that was transporting the same commodity, copra.  The truck was reported to the office by the driver to have been hijacked somewhere in the province of Quezon.  However, as the police began the investigation, it turned out that there was no hijacking that took place.  A witness admitted participation in the supposedly hijacking and pointed at the driver as the mastermind.  The goods were recovered in a barrio in Laguna and the truck was later traced in Cavite.  The driver and his four accomplices were later convicted and jailed for 12 to 16 years in prison. 

It was evidently the age when GPS Tracking wasn’t given much importance yet by the business group especially my bosses.  If only the company have thought of making use of a GPS Tracking device, such kind of troublesome incident could have been avoided.  Today, GPS Tracking is a common word not only in the business world but with the private individuals as well.

Shopping wisely

The big Mall in our area held a Mallwide Sale this past weekend.  I came around early on the first day of the 3 Day Sale to get ahead of the crowd but I was surprised to find scores of shoppers already on their quest for the best deals.  I couldn’t help but go gaga by the countless rock bottom prices of high end make-up items.  There were marvelous good deals but I had to choose what is really needed or I’d end up not saving but wasting instead.  I just picked a few basic items such as lipstick, pressed powder and blush-on for myself then spent the rest of my time searching for the suitable T-shirts for hubby  It was not an easy feat to find husband the right t-shirts.  He only cares for the kind that has the essential pocket on and is very particular with the design and color.  Likewise, I am well aware of the fact that it should not be very common or he won’t dare wear it at all if ever.  He leaves the meticulous choosing on me coz as he has said, he trusts my taste when it comes to his attire.  I was glad I found good quality T-shirts with good discounts off the tag among his favorite brand but only after a tremendous digging and hunting.  

If squeezing in yourselves on crowded shopping places isn’t your kind of tea, I suggest you go shopping online.  You can also get good deals just like what you’ll get on Mallwide Sale but without the hassles of the dizzy causing crowd,   With online coupons this is possible!  Interested? Go click now and start garnering big discounts on any item of any brand of your choice.

I’m a Chinese Food Lover

Glorietta and Greenbelt are stylish shopping centers in Makati City, Metro Manila, I am always lured to skip the nearby SM Mall in our place and even endure the strenuous travel from far north to south just to get to this posh shopping places.   Anyway, the MRT ride makes it a little easier to commute but only if the rush hour is avoided.  I therefore make it a point that my time in the mall would coincide with hubby’s time out from work so I could ride with him going home and elude the heavy flow of commuters.

The last time I roamed the place, I got too involved with the sale that was going on around and the last thing I knew, hubby was ready to pick me up.  I was stressed a bit coz I didn’t want him to wait for me that long.  I was glad he brought me to North Park Noodle House,  the one eating place I love in Makati Ave.  This is a Chinese Resto   that serves authentic Chinese dimsum, noodles and other cuisines.  The food is delightful yet affordable with matching on the house tea..  Their place is comfy as well.

Here’s what we ordered:

 Roast Duck Rice Toppings for me.

Steamed Fish Rice Toppings  for hubby.

I can not deny it!  I’m a great lover of Chinese food.   How about you?

Feelin’ the summer heat

After the ravaging floods and typhoons few months ago, the summer heat in turn, is now casting its own peculiar wrath on the northern part of the country.   Many farmers are now miserably awaiting the miraculous rain to descend but it looks like Mother Nature is pretty nuts on giving in to the farmers wishes.  Apparently, the Department of Agriculture has resorted to cloud seeding to artificially create at least some needed rain in the north.  It’s been forecasted that the El Nino phenomena will be up until five more months or so.

Honestly, if not for the farmers and their crops that primarily get the sting, I would love summer to stay for long.  Summer means more sunshine and sunshine means smile!  Well, some of you may not agree with me but that’s how I look at it.  It is bright sunny days, beach and parasols.  And how I truly love summer!

It’s Alma Brenda’s Day!

 From all of us who love this lady. . . this  loving and caring mother, daughter, sister, friend, wife, niece and all, 

May you forever be filled with love, peace and happiness this year and all the years of your life!

Happy Birthday!

Happy Hearts’ Day!

Here’s greeting one and all a Happy Valentine’s Day!  May love abound not only on Hearts’ Day like today but all the days of your life!

Who is Unitard?

Find out who Unitard is!  I was searching for some funny videos in You Tube when I stumbled upon this comical commercial ad for vacation rentals.  It’s about the exuberant super hero whose goal is to rescue travelers from spending great amount of money on an ordinary, run of the mill hotels. He seizes them to bring them to a much better vacation rental of a house or a villa..  His amusing style leaves the “about to be saved” travelers from a surprised and confused mood.

Hey, you really need to  Watch & Review This Funny Vacation Rental Video, more so if you are planning to go on vacation and looking for vacation rentals.  You need to visit vacation rentals.org or you commit the biggest blunder on your travel plans.

It’s Alexis’ Birthday!

 Alex, my grandniece is celebrating her 13th birthday today.  She’s the daughter of my niece, Alma.  

From all of us, may you have many many more wonderful blessed birthdays to come.

Lianne Victoria’s Birthday

 Last Wednesday, January 27..  I happened to be  in Balanga, Bataan when Lianne, my grandniece,  celebrated her birthday..  Her “Mama” which is actually her granny (my sis) bought her a cake of which she excitedlty blew the candle. Unfortunately though, my camera didn’t cooperate. I took some pictures of her while blowing her birthday candle and some shots in the buffet lunch  blow-out  (given by her Mommy Iya)  but all came out badly focused.   I managed  with  my cell phone’s camera but the thing is, the USB cord is nowhere to be found… Anyway, am still blessed I got one, though not so clear.  And here’s the two year old of her.  Cute, smart and clever.  She’s all smile in her new dress fresh from gift wrap. 

 Happy 2nd Birthday, Lianne Victoria!

A Gift from Big Sis

One time when I visited my Big Sis in her place in Bataan, she brought me to Marquee Mall in Angeles City along with her daughter-in-law and granddaughter.  It’s the latest big Mall in the place.  As we strolled along, we happened to pass by the Crocs Shop.  For those not familiar with it, Crocs footwear is a high priced footwear.  I really don’t have any idea why such a plain looking slipper could be steeply priced.  With a slight curiosity why my Sis and her family like wearing Crocs, I peeked inside the shop and fit some. Getting the feel of it, though the price is considerably luxurious for me, I grabbed one for myself if only to experience wearing one.  How I was delightfully surprised when Sis took over in paying and paid my shopped item herself.  Ooh wow!! I was really surprised for the impromptu gift giving!  I guess it pays to go window shopping with a moneyed and generous sister! Ha ha ha! 

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Showing here my surprise catch.   Thank you,  Ate!

Thank you, Pie!

I just wanna thank our Niece-in-law, Pie for this cute Coach Handbag. Though not brand new, it looks like one. She’s that generous!  So, so looovvveee it!

TV for my house help

These early, I’m already worrying about the day my house help would leave to have her annual vacation leave.  I’m sure many of you would agree with me that it is really very difficult to be left in the house taking charge of all the household chores..  She has been with us for three years now and so far, everything is fine with her. She works well and her being trustworthy is what I like most. Just to compensate the goodness she has been doing for us, I decided to donate to her one of our used TV.  She would bring it home to her province when she takes her vacation in summer.  I’m glad I made her happy. However, she said there’s only one local TV channel in their area. I asked her to just get a cable connection like what we have if ever there’s any.  If only Direct TV is available here in the country, I would ask her to order a DirectTV connection.  That is what I want too since  I have heard a lot of good reviews about it.   My niece in the U.S.  is one of them and she has mentioned how satisfied she is with her  Directv  HD channels. 

Well, maybe my maid doesn’t have the chance to enjoy the Direct TV per se,  but she can get pleasure from watching movies from DVD players or the onlyTV channel available.  Who knows, we would also have a Direct TV Satellite Television here sooner than we know it.

Toyota Rav4 For a Small Family Like Mine

Usually, hubby is the one found talking about cars, although I am also into this classic passion. Especially when it comes to our family car, hubby and I always need to consider a lot of things before buying one and so I also do some research about what is latest available on the market. However, with the need to finish my everyday priorities, I do not have the luxury of time to go to car shows or even visit showrooms of different car companies. Since I always want to be updated about cars, I do seek information through the internet.

Stumbling upon some car articles on the web, the first car company I checked was Toyota. My family trusts their products because for the two Toyota cars we had previously owned, we were very satisfied. I would really want to have a Toyota again and if ever we are ready to buy a new car, I would want to have a third generation Toyota Rav4. The article about Rav4 has explained well enough its good and some not so good features about it. I think hubby and I would agree that it fits our criteria for a new family car. You, as well, may check Toyota Rav4’s article or other car models through www.thecarconnection.com. If you have a small family just like mine, you may like Toyota Rav4 too!

GPS Tracking for Peace of Mind

Happy New year everyone!

In just few hours more, we are about to greet the coming 2010 with a bang. Another new year adds another number to our age. Kids are looking forward to get bigger and older, teens are in a rush to be full adults but adults are anxious in getting older. But that’s what life is.  It is a continuous transformation.  And for all you know, an aging loved one like a granny or grandpa would suddenly be out of his/her usual self. The so called dementia or memory loss eventually takes over.  When this happens, the danger of losing their sense of direction is not too remote. Finding their way back home is a risk you don’t want to take. But with this age of high technology, it is not something to worry about.   GPS Tracking gives the solution.

Victoria GPS Tracking System is available to track down someone who has memory problem  With just about the size of a deck of cards, the Victoria Tracking system is actually a vehicle tracking system that offers real time tracking system which allows it to go from vehicle tracking device to personal tracker. The system is 100 percent web-based. All the date is stored on secure company server and can be viewed from any web enabled computer. As it is practically portable and powerful, its uses are quite diverse.

Here are some of its possible uses:

·  Commercial vehicles: to curtail wasted time, trips and fuel.

·  Newly-licensed teen drivers.

·  Costly or large assets such as boats, motorcycles, antiques, artwork.

·  Children or grandchildren who are attending school far away from home.

·  Someone who has memory problems or whose driving abilities have become questionable

·  Sportsmen (hiking, hunting, bicycling, horseback riding, snowmobiling).

 It’s only two and a half days left before New Year. Another  year, another hope, another  dream would hopefully materialize. Worry no more for your business and family. For companies with needs for tracking devices, and families who wants to be assured of a family member’s whereabouts and safety, Victoria Tracking device is just a click away.

Have a safe and prosperous New Year once again!

Awards from a Beautiful Friend

 This has been a long delayed post coz these Awards have been passed to me by my beautiful blogger friend, Liza of moms… check nyo  many days ago.  I hope she’d understand my late posting..  Thanks so much for this avalanche of awards, Liz! You’re so sweet!

I wonder though, if I deserve these awards.

This Blog has Turned 2

I have been very busy lately that I actually overlooked the dates.  I forgot that this blog of mine, “My Quiet Zone” had already turned 2 years old last November 10.  Imagine?  I’ve been blogging for two years now?!  I’m so glad that hubby introduced me to this wonderful world of blogging.  I couldn’t thank him more.  To think that I was even annoyed every time I saw hubby doing his blogging stuff…  now I could only smile!

More so now, that I was able to buy the pair of pricey jewelry I have long dreamed of.  Yup!  I bought a pair of South sea pearls earrings and pendant from my own blogging earnings, and also one high quality leather wallet for hubby. When I saw the wallet from Marks and Spencer in Trinoma, I remember I haven’t picked my wedding anniversary gift yet for hubby. So there it was, I hope he liked it!  I feel great for those stuff I bought. Very clearly, I made my own money. Woo hoo!  Hopefully, there are more ops to come and more moolah on the way!  (Lol!)  Happy Blogsversary, My Quiet Zone!

Here’s my pair of South sea pearls earrings and pendant: