Are you having a late shopping for the holiday? Are you doing it online? There is a fuss about
dealfun.com scam and I really cannot confirm it myself. Businesses have their strategy to attract customers by giving discounted items or on sale products. But, there are some companies who feel threaten by other companies success so; they are throwing trash against their competitors. I shop online but, I can very well recognize which one is a reliable site or not and there is no brainer when it comes to knowing which is real or not. Trust your judgement and let us thank those who are trying to warn the online buyers about the irregularity of other Websites. Have fun shopping and again, shop only to the trusted online shopping sites.
I have been scouting for mosaic tile for our kitchen because the color around it is monotonous. By adding quick fix such as the backsplash, it simply adds elegance, texture and it gives that striking element to the existing kitchen design. This particular glass tiles have different features and the slate has all the color elements that I needed for it has gray, amber and rustic feel to it.
I like earth colors but, I also want a modern and clean look to it. I found the Website edenmosaictile.com and this company has so many selections of glass mosaic tile and the price is just right on the family budget. If you are having a kitchen renovation, check out this site today so you can avail the on sale products that they have for this holiday. This particular mosaic is 50% off and good until supply lasts. This will be my first project for the New Year and I am looking forward to it. With the help of the tape measure, grout floats, putty knife and wide trowel, installing the backsplash is a no brainer. My tile cutter and safety glasses are ready, and I only need to buy grout, pre-mixed tile adhesive, caulk and caulking gun, grout sealer and paintbrush. I renovated my house last year so; this is a small project for me.
I don't know but, looking at this picture I am reminded with what happened in Cagayan de Oro, my beloved city. This beautiful picture is located in Biloxi/Ocean Springs Mississippi which was badly hit by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. The reported deaths caused by Katrina were 1,836 in 7 states. On December 16, 2011, the Tropical Storm Washi (Bagyong Sendong) struck Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The long hours of rain caused a flashflood and the reported deaths reached to more than a thousand and more than a thousand missing. It was devastating and so catastrophic especially for us,
Kagayanons.
This beautiful place claimed so many lives but, they managed to survive and I saw the ruins and I saw how high the water level was. The house of my father-in-law was damage totally. I believe in my heart that my city will rise up just like them.
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I know of no great men except those who have rendered great service to the human race." by Voltaire Philosopher, Essayist (1694-1778)
"If we had no winter, the spring would not be so pleasant; if we did not sometimes taste of adversity, prosperity would not be so welcome." by Anne Bradstreet a Writer, Poet, First Woman To Be Published In Colonial America (1612-1672)
The cry for HELP was heard all over the world. Though most of the flood victims had nothing left, they still have the positive outlook about the future. Most of us who lives halfway across the globe mourn with our friends who lost their love ones. It is so overwhelming especially when our friends cry in anguish for the missing family members. You know what's heartbreaking? It is when they lost not one but three to six members of the family because of the flashflood.
It's been two weeks since and most of the victims are still in the evacuation areas. Half of them are homeless and some of them cannot go home because of the mud. There is no water and electricity since day one making it harder for most of the victims. Despite of the situation, hundreds of Volunteers are there to keep the evacuation area in order and systematic. Help arrived on time, thanks to all the nameless generous people who heed the cry of help from the victims.
A week ago, my husband returns the rental car to the airport and I accompany him because I wanted to ride the bus. It was my first time having to ride a public transportation here in the US and I was humbled with the experience. It was six o'clock in the morning and most of the passengers are workers along downtown areas. I thought maybe the commuters have no choice but ride the bus to their workplace especially when they do not have cars. The economic situation here in Florida is tough in fact, the real estate dives rock bottom. People lost their homes when they lost their job and they quit paying their mortgage payment.
But, there are people who maintain their
excellent credit scores and they have no problems applying for home loans as well as car loans. Though we are experiencing economic crisis, we should remember that our credit history is important. We should cut down unnecessary expenses to keep up with our bills. If your credit scores are in good standing, you can avail all the services that you needed such as apply a car loan. To commute every day is a hassle so; having a car is a necessity that a family should have. Anyway, just click the link given here to see the services that you might need for your family.
I cannot help myself right now but cry. It was Thursday, I saw the wall post of my friend saying
"busy packing and cooking... it's children's Christmas party today. it's almost christmas break! rest, have fun and party party!" Friday came, storm hits hard in Cagayan de Oro City, the flash flood takes so many lives and her kids perished. How can we comfort someone who lost three children? To my friend, you know who you are, please be strong. Your children are in heaven now and they will be watching you. Tight hugs to you teacher friend.
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Bagyong Sendong" or Storm Washi is the worst Tropical storm to hit my home city Cagayan de Oro. I grew up in a neighborhood along the river banks and the river is our playground. I was in elementary grades when flooding brings misery to our neighborhood but, nothing compared to what happened last Friday. It came like a thief in the night and brought so much anguish, deliberate distress and death. May God bless my city, Cagayan de Oro and may God bless us with wisdom and understanding so we may comprehend his purpose to all these trials.
Read:
Bagyong Sendong-Cagayan de Oro
Guest written by our friend Sergio Chaney:
We have been watching all the Republican political debates on
Direct TV jacksonville. It is making me feel like a total grown-up! I mean, when did that happen? It is like I blinked my eyes and I am curled up on my couch with my husband, two kids sleeping in their beds, in my own home, after working a work day as a teacher. It all happened so fast. That is how life seems to work. You close your eyes for a minute and time flies by. Anyways, back to the debates, I am driving my husband crazy! Every time a candidate answers a questions I am all like, “That was a good answer”. He is not the same. He has one candidate that he likes. Whatever any other candidate says is totally wrong to him. Things are more black and white for him. Whereas, I am actually watching the debates to decide who I want to be the next candidate. I am just glad that Herman Cain is out of the race now so I don't have to keep hearing his 9-9-9 plan.
My husband and I went to a wine festival and it was just two-hour drive from Orlando. We had no activity last Saturday so; we decided to visit a friend but, we saw
trade show displays from the highway. We were just curious why there are so many cars heading to the direction of the display. As we follow the flow of traffic, it directed us to the winery. They have free wine tasting, a live music festival, and food displays from local vendors. The place was jam packed with guests and visitors from all over the country. They have tourist buses too. The winery had this festival for many years every Christmas. People are buying the wines because the wine prices for holidays are down with huge deals.
Their store inside has unique artwork decor and most of the displays were for sale. At both entrance there were
logo floor mats with the name of the winery company. Anyway, after the wine tasting, the line was directed to the photo or
exhibit booths. It was fun and exciting! There were other companies that joined in the celebration such as a chocolate company that became the partner for the wine tasting. The whole area is very jolly, colorful and because of the exhibit booths, the event was entertaining, informative and fun.
We got this Christmas card today and it came from a woman who is in a Federal Prison Facility. Her crime is minor but, she was convicted for 6 years in prison. She served a year now and so far, she managed to go on from a day to day basis. Her life in prison is tough because she is away from her husband and family. She is away from all the comforts of life. But, she learn the hard way and she accepted the fact that she made a wrong decision.
This Christmas, we should remember the people who are sick in the hospital and those who are in prison. For me, as long as they change their ways and they strive to become a better person, we should not judge them. They deserve a second chance. They too needs to feel the Spirit of Christmas. If you have friends and family who are in prison, visit them and give them a simple gift. That is precious for this Christmas season. Merry Christmas everyone!
Last July, my husband and I met a beautiful family from Louisiana. They came for a short vacation here in Orlando and we were so lucky to have finally met them. For almost three years, I have known
Kathy as a well-spoken blogger, a happy wife and a very patient mom to her two pretty princesses. We get along well especially when we talk about our favorite NFL team, "Who Dat" SAINTS. Oh well, she can calm me down when I flare up from pity arguments. She is the most patient person that I have known in Blogland, so pretty and yet, very down to earth. Anyway, I received this Christmas photo card today and I am so grateful! Thanks for remembering us this Christmas. Hubby and I appreciate your thoughtfulness. Merry Christmas and may you have a Prosperous New Year!
As I look back on the milestone of my Blogging business, I have so much to thank God for all the blessings that He had given me. In my mind right now, I have three major reasons that I could think of. First, through blogging I can rant without the intervention of those who are politically-correct individuals. Second, blogging is a good source of an extra-income as a matter of fact, no-sweat at all. And the last important reason, I thank God for REAL friends that I met through the Blogging world and this family is one of them. Merry Christmas to everyone!
Friends and family are God's gift! For this season of joy, I am blessed with thoughtful friends and family who shared their faith and love for Christmas time. Thank you Jake, Matt and
Cecile for this wonderful card that you sent to both of us. One of the good hearted blogger that I have known since I started blogging in 2008. A very good mentor! I treasured your friendship dear Cecille. (hugs)! May God bless you the good health for the years to come. I wish that God will bless your family with joy, laughters, peace of mind, excellent health and financial security.
I thank God for you. Thanks for remembering me this holiday. Merry Christmas and have a wonderful New Year!
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