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Jobs in Beauty Salons and Spa’s

December 31, 2008

If you think you have skills being a beautician and make up artists. Then do yourself a favor and check this jobs in beauty online because they have a huge list of new career opportunities that you are looking! With a lot of beauty schools competing I’m sure there are also a lot of aspiring artist around. And with this site this is created exclusively and solely for the beauty industry, the website will connect qualified job seekers with salon and spa owners and others who have beauty, salon, spa, or cosmetology jobs to fill which by the way is a free of charge! This job offers are really helpful specially that there are a lot of companies that laid off workers! Check it out.

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Unconscious Mutterings

December 30, 2008

I say … and you think … ?

  1. Destined :: to be with each other
  2. FAIL ::-ure means standing up tall
  3. Camping :: out 
  4. Only you :: have the power and will to change things in your life!
  5. Incessant :: No interruption, please.
  6. Tomorrow :: is a new day!
  7. Impressive ::well done!
  8. Riches :: Poorer
  9. Dislike :: own personal taste
  10. Speaker :: of the House
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Furnitures

When it comes to patio furniture, I always leave it to my in-laws who love to decorate her garden and her terrace. Since she love gardening, having something new in her patio is not new to us. Just like when we went home last summer, I noticed in her 2nd floor terrace that she changed her sala set there. I was thinking this patio furniture would really be perfect in that area. Since there is no winter in that part of the world, a great furniture for her would be great! This patio umbrellas would look great in that furniture I saw as well. She told me that when we go home next year summer again, she will throw in a party for us. Both of my in-laws will celebrate their birthday’s come July and so there will be tons of parties and celebration as well. We just hope we can be there sooner after my little boy’s class! the husband is in charged for his Dad’s gift and me for his Mom. I already have things in mind but something for their house would be really useful. The husband is the oly child so, when it comes to gifts, I always make she will like it. And not too expensive too since she don’t like expensive things! haha Seriously, this furnitures looks good already and I might get also this wicker furniture. Right now, this site offers free shipping to all your shopping needs! I’m really tempted. We’ll see..

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Romantic Getaway

December 15, 2008

Aside from being hiatus, one of my favorite past time these days is to watch DVD and then check some great deals online for a great summer package! Or a romantic vacation would not hurt a thing! I think, I really deserve a day off being a Mommy and a Wifey,right? And I’ve heard so much about Cancun from friends who got there already. Raves and photos of that beautiful place has been in my minds this past months. Like last summer a friend of mine got there and all I did was wowed with their beautiful photos! Someday though, I’d love to go there! Or maybe soon! Somehow, this cold weather makes me want to just jump off in a crystal water pool or beach and I’m sure those Karisma Hotels has those beauties! I’ve read that Karisma Hotels is a collection of divinely favored properties on secluded white-sand beaches on the Mexican Riviera Maya.

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Unconscious Mutterings

December 7, 2008

I say … and you think … ?

  1. Love affair :: To someone
  2. Bubble :: Wrap
  3. Pimple :: Acne
  4. Knocks :: Knock..Knock..Who’s there?
  5. Persistent ::Wanting
  6. Infected :: Virus
  7. Yay! ::Yehhaaa!
  8. Repaint :: Color
  9. Daily :: Household Chores
  10. Quickly! ::Fast
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Personalized Baby Gifts

I already bought personalized baby gifts earlier because I just hate Christmas rush and to think I have kids in tow when going shopping!But online shopping is way cool that I have to look around more so, I end up buying a few more items as usual. But all the things will be given to someone’s babies and some can be used for my little boy so, it’s still a great deal :) I love the site so far because they have ongoing sale for little ones items. If you have babies yourself you know what I mean! I might as well get my son a pair of new pj’s! It’s not his first Christmas but last year he was only a few weeks old:) Will try to look more on what to get! Yeah, impulse buying again!

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Six

1. How many stores did you visit on Black Friday? If you visited any, which one got the most of your money that day?

+ Just checked online. But didn’t spend a dime:)

2. How many store sites did you visit on Cyber Monday? If you visited any, which one got the most of your money on that day?
+ I bought a few items in Etsy.

3. Are you closer to being finished with Christmas shopping this year versus last year, or are you further away from being finished?
+ I’m close to fnishing, yeah..I only need the Christmas present for the husband and I”m done..Well, aside for me. Not sure what I want still..

4. Take the quiz: What kind of shopper are you?
+ You Are an Impulse Shopper
When you go shopping, you have no set strategy. You just browse until something catches your eye.
You like sales, but you mostly like them because they’re an excuse to shop.

Of all the types, you are the most likely to be a shopaholic. You can’t stop shopping!
You’re not the kind of person who makes a list or plans what to buy. So sometimes you end up with too much stuff.

5. Do you prefer letting your friends give you a list of things they’d like, or trying to match their personality to a gift you’d buy on your own?
+ The later. :)

6. Are you spending more, less, or the same on this year’s Christmas gifts?
+ I think less than last year. But still a great stuff I guess!

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Randomness

1. what’s your favorite holiday movie?+ Family Stone and Love Actually

2. who do you spend the holidays with?
+ The husband and the 2 boys.

3. do you have any special food you make each year?
+ Yup, some dish from my home country:)

4. when holiday shopping, do you stick to a budget or do you overspend?
+ Overspend. But this year is different because with all the crisis in the world is experiencing
I should be wise enough!

5. do you decorate your home for the holidays?
+ Yeah of course!

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Gifts

December 6, 2008

This is the season to splurge and it’s understandable as well;-) I’ve been very good this year and after all the shopping I made for my siblings and relatives this year for their presents, I thought I can use a great things for myself too:) I wanted something nice but I don’t want to spend that much too. I already asked the husband what to have this holiday yet I am still skeptical. I want to be practical too you know! With the crisis going on, I can’t be spending too much! So I was thinking this holsted jewelers items that I saw has really nice things!They have ongoing sale and discounts too so I am thinking of just grabbing a few items! Now, to check ont their shipping information:) Check it out too!

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Six

1. When was the last time you ate fast food? + I think last week. At Loteria’s! a Japanese Burger joints.

2. If you get a meal on the run, are you more likely to get something unhealthy, like a burger and fries, or healthy, like a salad?
+ Burger and fries! But most of the time the set of burger here are with salads.

3. Of the meals you’ve cooked at home in the past week, have they been generally more healthy or less healthy than what you would have ordered in a restaurant?
+ More healthy than the the food we ate at the restaurant.

4. Take the quiz: What Does Your Burger Say About You?
+
You are very gluttonous. Even if you’re full, you’ll still clear your plate.
You are a compassionate and caring. You know how to enjoy life while still looking out for others.
You are likely a fairly picky eater. And you’re secretly a little squeamish about some foods.
You are bold and resolute in your choices. You don’t back down, and you aren’t afraid to go at something full force.
You are a very open eater. You like many types of tastes, and you’ll eat just about anything.

You tend to gravitate toward strong, pungent foods. Even if it means having bad breath!
You are straightforward, honest, and ambitious. You tend to be direct about what you want when it comes to food.
You are emotional. You have a big heart, and you tend to go for comfort foods.
You have trouble making decisions quickly. Everything looks good to you… especially at a restaurant.
You are creative, open minded, and friendly. You are interested in all types of food and new dishes.

5. What was the last meal you prepared for yourself?
+ Fried rice with egg, sausage,corned beef and coffee! For breakfast:) I can only make real breakfast! haha

6. When was the last time you exercised for more than 30 minutes?
+ This morning! I’m doing the treadmill! :D

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Last Thing

1. What was the last thing you purchased from a vending machine? + Soda!2. What was the last thing you made copies of on a photocopier? + Some personal stuff for an insurance.
3. When did you last use a pay telephone? + I forgot..
4. How often do you visit an automatic teller machine? + Depends when I have money there..lol
5. Which of your daily tasks would you most like to see automated? + Ah..that would be folding laundry and all household task that way I can just focus on my boys and my “ME” time! :)

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Online courses

December 4, 2008

I came across this online college courses that offers more than a hundred of specialized courses from different fields of interest! And thought someone I know might be interested with this because she have been talking about going back to school ever since she got married and had a baby. And since now that her daughter goes to school as well then she thought that taking online degree is a great choice! Which is really a good choice too. I’ve read that this school offers students an opportunity to earn a degree from an accredited university that delivers the challenge of a traditional classroom, but affords the flexibility to fit education into one’s life. Which sounds really interesting! I’ll let her know for sure!

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Unconscious Mutterings

November 28, 2008

I say … and you think … ?
   1. Sleepy :: Me
   2. Thanksgiving :: Grateful
   3. Fifteen :: days
   4. Authority :: Police
   5. Bangs :: Hair
   6. Curled :: Style
   7. Young man ::  In love
   8. Surprised :: Flabbergasted
   9. Mistake :: Happens all the time.
  10. Handle it :: Fragile

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Unconscious Mutterings

November 23, 2008

I say … and you think … ?

  1. Spit it out :: Truth
  2. Shadow :: of Darkness
  3. Database :: Hard disk
  4. Expression :: of Happiness and Love
  5. Boss :: CEO
  6. Baby :: Our Baby turning 12 months next month! :D
  7. Mystic :: Enigma
  8. Kate ::SuperMan
  9. Boobies : Milk
  10. Raid :: Counterfeit Items
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Any Given Day

1. What is your favorite day of the week? Why? ~That would be Friday!

2. On what day of the week were you born?
~I think it’s Saturday. Not sure..Have to ask my Mom about this again.

3. On average, how many days a year you spend away from home?
~3 months last summer! It was one of the most amazing summer vacation we had!~

4. Are you the kind of person who always knows what day it is or do you constantly find yourself asking someone else?
~I know! I’m a freak with days,dates and numbers:D

5. What five topics would you like to answer questions about on fridays?
~Where to eat during the weekends, where to shop, where to go out, what time to go for church by sunday and what time to just stroll around the park!  Fridays are fab! 

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Staying Healthy by Exercising

I am looking for a new exercising balls because a friend of mine said it’s good for exercising. I have been talking about how to get this flabs off my tummy forever! Good thing, net these days are so updated! That just one click you can find answers! So when, I stumbled upon this medical equipment, I know  this is just what I’m looking for. Actually, they have almost everything there. They even have skin care products, bathroom assists, patient care and a lot more! And I read somewhere that this company called Allegro Medical is one of the largest and most technologically advanced independently owned online retailers of life enhancing products in the country. So, check it out if you need anything like what I said.

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Home Sweet Home

1. Are you a frequent mover, or do you prefer to stay put? ~A frequent mover..lol And I get sad if I get to stay longer in one place..

2. If given the choice, which would you prefer: big house and long commute, or small house and short commute?
~Small house and short commute! This is what we have here now..At least I get to visit the mall only a few blocks from our place:)

3. Do you prefer to do your own repairs and decorating, or hire a professional?
~Hire a prof is hubby can’t make it right..

4. Do you prefer a big open living area, or a cozy space?
~A cozy space is always a great thing:)

5. What is your favorite place in your house?
~Bedroom:)

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Too Much for My Taste

  1. What’s too spicy for your tastes? Thai foods are too spicy! But I love it;) YUM!
  2. What’s too sweet for your tastes? Chocolate cakes..they’re heavenly! Too bad for my diet too! LOL
  3. What’s too salty for your tastes? I can’t remember a too salty. I try to avoid salty foods!
  4. What’s too bitter for your tastes? Some candies have bitter tastes but not sure wha’s the name to be specific!
  5. What’s too sour for your tastes? Whiskey? hehe not really sure about this answer!
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To Denver

November 22, 2008

If you are one of those peeps who are going to Denver anytime soon. This  Denver Restaurants that I came across where you can find the best of places on where to eat is a nice find! The list has ton of restaurants. It has Italian, French, Cuban, Mexican, Mediterranean, Southwestern and American food. So, you won’t run out of choices! By using the map, I”m sure you will never get lost! You can look at what price range you are up to. Isn’t this list a must have if you’re around this place? I was reading through and it made me hungry for a bit! And while you’re at it, you can find another things in this site.

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Online Eyeglasses Shop

November 20, 2008

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Have you heard about the popular online eyeglasses shop already? I hope you already know because they have this $ 8 Complete Rx Eyeglasses and I think it’s just totally a great steal! I need a new eye glasses and I might get one for my Mom and Dad too! But this Holiday Glass Frames From Zenni Optical is erally very convincing! Why would you pay more when you can actually get very cheap eyeglasses in there? Check it out because I know you will really like it and they’re affordable and also durable that won’t hurt any ones pocket!

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