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A happy husband to my beautiful flower Rose and a proud Dad to my jewels Rye (J. Rylie) and Joops (EJ). I was born and raised in WEst Virginia USA but spend most of my time overseas eversince i have joined the Navy. Hopping from one country to another. I love to travel and that's one advantage being in the service with a bonus of meeting people from all walks of life. But I want to expand friendship more through blogging. I thanked my wife for encouraging me to blog. I want to share my passion and interests in family matters, music, health issues and our life in general..
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Thanks you all so much!

Your votes and strong support made it possible for my daughter's victory to a smile contest last month.
From the Cottrill's family, Muchos Gracias everyone!

Thursday, November 26, 2009

The King Sun

Sometimes when we have to go somewhere, my wife would forget something but she never forget to bring our camera. She is always ready to capture things that pleases her eyes. These were taken when we were going home from Daego two weeks ago. Please click the photos to enlarge if you want to see the real beauty!
Hope you guys have a good thanksgiving!

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Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Our Daegu Trip

These photos were taken when we drove to Daegu last weekend. We stopped at Camp Walker army base first and then we took a taxi out into town to one of their major shopping districts. While at Camp Walker, we had lunch at Burger King and let the kids play for a while.
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We had a great time watching the kids play. EJ was very fond of the Korean girl in this pic. After playing with her for a little while, he introduced himself to the girl's mother and then brought her out of the play area to our table so that she could meet his parents. I laughed and told Rose that, even at a young age, EJ understands respectful customs.
The Koreans seem to have fresh produce available all year long, even when it is bitter cold outside. Here is a pic of a street produce store located on a busy corner.
The Academy shopping area in Daegu. The wind was really ripping through this street and we often took shelter inside the warmth of the small stores.

Rylie during the taxi ride out into Daegu.
Pic of mommy teasing the little ones in the back seat.
Rylie getting ready to lock herself into her carseat.
EJ was really into this bag. The minute he saw it in the store, he began asking for it. It was pricey so Rose tried to convince him to take one of the many other bags but he held firm to this particular bag. I told her to give up and get him this bag. I knew he would never be happy with another.

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

sailor's coffee table

I would like to have a boat coffee table like the one in the picture. It would be a great remembrance of my time spent here in the land of the morning calm. I plan to decorate our family room with a nautical theme and I think this is where I will start. I found plans on the internet to build your own but none were quite as appealing as this one. Hopefully it was purchased here in Korea and I will be able to find one before I transfer back to the U.S.

Fall Colors

We're pretty busy here with our upcoming move but I am posting these photos that my wife took for Mellow Yellow, Blue Monday, and Ruby Tuesday, and Outdoor Wednesday. For the last week that we have our car we drove around and just take pictures of what please our eyes. I did the driving and my wife did taking photos. Most of them though have the window car's reflection.
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Taken around ROK base.
Have a nice day everyone and thanks for visiting.
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Quality wholesale electrical products

If you want to get a good savings in buying electrical products, Hawkins Electric Supply has it for you. They sell quality electrical products in a wholesale price so you are sure to find great deals especially on generators which includes guardian, standby, electric, and generac generators. Hawkins Electric Supply provides electrical solutions to meet the commercial, industrial and residential power needs. You can find just about any electrical products that you need, so if you are shopping for the said products, visit them at hawkinselectricsupply.com and enjoy their great deals. When it comes to electrical supply, it is a must that you get the high quality ones and this is store has it.

Customized Shoes

How would you like if you can design a customized shoes according to how you like it to be? I bet you will say "That would be great!" or you might say "Cool!" Well, it is very much possible through the newly launched website Milk Or Sugar or the MOS. You can pretty much customize things such as shirts, jeans, shoes and even panties. I am interested in customizing shoes like sneakers, nike, timberland or just any brand that you want to personalized. Pretty cool right? You can check out the things that you can personalized through visiting milkorsugar.com.

Cord Blood Banking Gift Certificate

Do you know anyone that is pregnant who is going to be a new parent? If you are looking for something that you can give to them for a gift, a cord blood banking gift certificate from C'elle would be a great idea. This would not only be a lasting gift that you can gift but it will also help in preserving nature's miracle.

You probably heard or read about Stem Cell on the news or watched it on TV but yeah banking your baby's cord blood can make miracles in the future. As you may have known already, cord blood is already being used in treating more than seventy five diseases and has been used in thousands of transplant all over the world.

The Value of Cord Blood can be measured with the number of families that C'elle has already helped in preserving the new born's umbilical cord. The cost of the gift certificate starts at fifty dollars so it wasn't too bad considering the benefit that it will give. Family and friend's gift certificates can be combined so it is one great advantage that you may get the big denomination for the cord blood banking gift certificate. So check it out!

Saturday, November 21, 2009

Changwon Bridge

These were taken by my wife Rose when we were going home from Daegu. This is the new built bridge in Changwon area.


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Engagement Rings

When a couple decides to be engaged, the journey of a more serious relationship begins. It is a challenging phase of a man's life because he has to choose a beautiful kind of engagement ring that his woman would like. Engage Diamond Studio can help you with your special moment because they offer unique designs of engagement rings. You can even design your own according to your likings. Below are just some of the latest design at Engage Diamond Studio. Aside for the high quality of products that they offer, their customer service is also excellent. So check them out!

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Friday, November 20, 2009

Ten days to go

We will have an initial inspection of the house we are occupying so we have to clean it up this weekend. Man, time flies so fast, we only got 10 days before we finally fly going back to the mainland. This blog would be in halt for a couple of weeks because we are going to ship everything next week. I would like to purchase a Microsoft Continuous data protection because our computer is getting so slow now. We might get another unit so that in case this old one crash, we will have a back up!

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Nature's Beauty

It is getting very cold over here in Korea. It is like we only got a week of Fall then it jumped into winter weather. But anyhow, we drove to Daegu last weekend just to enjoy the scenery one last time before we ship our car next Monday. We will be leaving in 14 days and we want to get as much pictures as a remembrance as we could so we could look back and say "We were once in the Land of the Morning Calm."

Here are some of the photos that my wife took as I drove going to another City.
This is in Changwon bridge. The small island there looks great.
The beautiful colors of the fall. You may check out some of the photos at my wife's blog.
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One place, two different views

My Rose took these photos when we went for a walk last weekend by the elementary school. The first two photos with clear sky was taken on Saturday while the last one with a cloudy sky was taken Sunday after we attended mass at the church.
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Personalized Christmas Cards

My wife has been browsing for some deals on christmas cards online where she can customize it with our children's photo. She like personalized card over a traditional one which I agree because it has a sense of personal touch to it. She showed me different unique designs at 123Print.uk.com, they have over 100 personalized Christmas cards design to choose from. 123Print give you the option to upload your photo or logo to your Christmas card. You ca also put your message and name in your chosen color for free. Some website will charge an additional fee for uploading your photo but 123Print offers it for free.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Whaleshark Adventure

These photos were taken when we first visited my wife's family in the Philippines. In the island where whale sharks are plenty, in Donsol, Sorsogon. We decided to celebrate my son and I's birthday together there with a bonus of swimming with the whale shark. Whale sharks are very friendly and you can ride on their back while they swim. Please click the photo to enlarge.


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Save Money using the Dirt Devil Buying Guide

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Hoover and Dirt Devil. All opinions are 100% mine.

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We recently changed our old vacuum with a Dirt Devil because the old one was so heavy and noisy. My Dad used to tell me that he would never buy any model but dirt devil. He trusted this brand so much based from his previous experiences. I like it too and I think I will stick to this brand since I find it better than the one we previously had.

This coming holidays, I am sure that most of you are trying to find the best deals on things that you want to buy for your loved ones. You might want to check out the Dirt Devil Holiday Gift Guide where in you can find discount coupon codes that you could use to buy your gifts for him, for her, and for the family's favorites.

You will be able to find 300 ways to save with your online shopping if you check out the Dirt Devil buying guide first. Not to mention the free shipping shortcuts that you can use upong checking out. Buying guides are really helpful to buyers like me because I usually read these stuff before buying things.
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Personal Finances

Managing money in today's marketplace can be challenging. For a sailors like me, frequent deployments, separation from extended families, numerous moves and anticipated emergencies drain the resources of military families. In the navy, there are trained personal financial fitness coaches that help us analyze our finances which is pretty good especially for a spender person like me, good thing that my wife is very good in managing our finances. Those coaches help us set priorities in order for us to focus on what need to be paid first and eliminate those that we don't really need. They also create spending plans and make our money work as hard as we do.

Charter's Ultrafast Ultra 60

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Charter. All opinions are 100% mine.

Do you feel agitated if your internet connection is so slow? It makes me so frustrated whenever I am trying to do something online but the page is loading so slow. When we get back to the mainland, I will have to get a new service that would allow me and my wife to do our online transaction faster. Right now, one of the fastest internet connection is the charter ultra fast 60 which is currently available in St. Louis but expected to flourish through out the continental US by the end of 2010. So hopefully, it would be available in our area when we get back. With Charter's Ultra60 Mbps, internet users will be able to experience the fast speed in doing online transactions.

For a person like me who loves watching movies, it would be very advantageous to have the Charter's Ultrafast60 because I would be able to enjoy connecting to the multimedia site without any problem with the Internet connection. One great advantage of cable internet technology over DSL is the ability to do multi task transaction online without any interruption. I would really love to have this new Phatband technology offered by Charter.
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Enjoying the park for the last time

My wife took these photos last weekend when they were waiting for me to get home. I don't know why the color of the slide turned yellow. My guess was the flash.
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This is the real color of the slide.
Our son wouldn't smile in front of the camera unless you'd chase him.
See, playing peekaboo.
Have a blessed Sunday everyone!
Our Weekend Memoirs
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Tuesday, November 10, 2009

When I see you Smile

On behalf of our entire family, I'd like to extend our sincerest thanks for the strong support we received from all of our friends in the blogging world. With so many gorgeous smiles, the competition was really fierce. I always find it extremely difficult to vote when there are children involved. All children are winners at the end of the day, regardless of what the polls say. Rylie is very fortunate indeed. She won, not only for her beautiful smile, but for the prayers and strong commitment of all of her friends that followed the contest till the end. God bless you all.

Special thanks to the following friends who provided so much campaigning support:

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Ms Nuts of Embrace Life, Ms. Cecille of Life is Good and Beautiful, Sir Mel of K.I.S.S, Ms. She of Cen's World, Ms. Dharlz of Just the Tip of the Iceberg", and Ms. Darly for the tweets and facebook buzz. Thank you all very much for your strong support!


Here's a music video When I see you Smile!

Upgraded experience British Airways offers

If you've been thinking about a vacation abroad, now is the time to act. British Airways is offering unbelievable prices on flights and package deals to some of the most exciting destinations in the world. With prices like these, a safari in Nairobi or the pyramids of Egypt are just a click away.

Paris, Rome, Madrid, and London are just a few of the exciting destinations throughout Europe That I would love to visit to. My wife and I sometimes talk about visiting Europe when the kids are big enough to travel with us and enjoy being on a vacation. It would be a great thing for us to bond and explore the place we've never been to yet.
If shopping is your thing, you can even get a super package deal on Hong Kong and experience the exciting tours and nightlife is one of the most exciting cities in Asia. On British Airways, you will arrive on time in these and other awesome destinations and you'll do so in comfort and style.

British Airways offers over 200 on demand entertainment options, complimentary food and cocktails on all flights, and comfort items such as socks, blankets, pillows, and ergonomic seats with adjustable headrests. If you're planning an exciting getaway, it only makes sense to do it in style. The special pricing won't last forever, you must book by November 19, 2009 to take advantage of these unbelievable rates. To find out more, simply click on the helpful link above and book your vacation today.
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Mellow Weekend

How's your weekend folks? It's cloudy and chilly over here and we also have thunder storm. But anyhow, we spend our day by going to church then we socialize a little bit after the mass then we went home.

This is the nursery room adjacent to the chapel inside the base. The kids usually plays here while me and my wife attend the mass. Today, they get along so well with the Puerto Rican kids.
Our kids love this pretty Korean. Her name is Inna, she always plays with Rylie and EJ.
Usually EJ is pretty aloof with the camera but with Inna, he is pretty sport.
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Stop Refrig-A-Raiders with FridgeLocker!

I came across www.FridgeLocker.com website and see this unique personal snack-urity system to keep away Refrig-a-raider from your food. The fridge locker is a good thing to have especially if your have room mates or co workers who seem to be so comfortable taking foods from the fridge even if it is not their own. With this innovative fridge locker, your off limit diet foods, alcoholic drinks, medications, expensive ingredients, sweet's snacks, sodas and other stuff can be kept away from not-so-shy roommates.
Sometimes it is annoying if you are anticipating that you still have something to eat or drink inside the refrigerator but when you open the door, it is gone because somebody took it without permission. Now you can actually protect your goodies away from refrig-a-raiders because you can lock it up with the fridge locker. It is better to invest in a fridge locker rather than get in trouble with some individual who takes away stuff without even asking. I don't have any problem sharing food to every one I work with but some people find it offensive if you raid their refrigerator without any courtesy. So check it out by clicking the link above.

Monday, November 9, 2009

Top of the World Part 2

Although the photographs I uploaded in this post were taken at the bottom of the mountain, we still felt like we're on top of the world... The snapshots below were taken at the Seorak San Park (San is mountain in Korean language).
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We missed some spots due to locations but overall our nature trekking was an absolute fun and stunning.
This one was taken where the map was.

This is the entrance gate to the big buddha statue.

Here's the Buddha Statue


Here's our lovely daughter sitting on the step.. She said she's getting tired of walking.

Here's some of those neat structures in the buddha's place
Here's my son trying to play amidst the heat of the sun

Here's my darling wife and daughter on the way to the bus, they look tired but still smiling

So here we go, buddha bless my family...

We did not get to see the water falls, the cave and the temples but there's always next time right. Alrighty, the pictures tells it all I guess... Here's to us "Enjoy life to the fullest and never regret any single moment of your Life, everything happens for a reason!" God Bless you all!

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Swimming with the kids

These photos were taken 2 months ago when we took our children to the swimming pool inside the base. I usually hang out in the baby pool with them to ensure they are safe and I usually become the focal point of splashing and water attacks from all of the kids, not just mine hehehe.
I'm glad that our son doesn't fall over in the water anymore, he already established his balance. He used to always fall in the pool and drink a ton of water, which I didn't like at all. He is still a bit "crazy and bold" when it comes to just jumping in. I have to watch him when he gets close to the big pool. He will run and jump without warning.
See what a few months away from the gym does to my physique...love handles supreme...hahaha
I was the biggest toy in the pool as you can see. The kids really had a blast dumping water on me.
We had so much fun! My wife just watched us from a distance and took pictures under the shade of an umbrella.

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Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Inexpensive Fashionable Eye Glasses

With the tough economy that everyone is experiencing, it is great to know that you can still buy an $8 Prescription Zenni Glasses online. At Zenni Optical, you can find inexpensive Holiday Fun Eyeglasses so you could actually stock different styles for less. And not to mention that they have unique style and design at their New Arrivals. Check it out!

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Monday, November 2, 2009

The old and young Jennings

Happy Monday everyone! another exciting episode of Smiling Sally's Blue Monday. Join us by visiting her page.
This picture was taken at my dad's house' back porch. He always let EJ put to sleep by just rocking this chair. My son was only 4 months in this picture and Dad is always happy to take care of him when we were visiting. He's the same way with my daughter, that is why Rylie always missing her Pap because of the things that they always do together. I always pray that God will give my father a longer life so we could still enjoy each other's company till we go back to mainland.
This one was taken in Weirton Medical Hospital when our son was born two years ago.

So there you go friends, the senior Jennings and the junior Jennings hehehe. We got our son's middle from my father's first name.

Acne Cream

When I was a teen ager, I had a severe acne which I really had a hard time with. It ruined my social skills because I was embarrassed of how I looked. Luckily my Mom took me to the dermatologist and have it taken care of with some medicine. The only downside was its side effect. I am not allowed to stay in the heat of the sun very long or else I will get easily burned. There are a lot of different kinds of Acne Cream nowadays and most of it contains benzoyl peroxide. Some consumers don't pay attention to this so they don't realize the danger that it causes.

Saturday, October 31, 2009

Picturesque

Here are some of the beautiful scenery that I caught into our camera during our stay in Donsol, Philippines. My wife's place is gorgeous, only that people don't know how to take care of it. A lot of garbage are just scattered in the seashore. Look how serene/calm is the sea water, so peaceful!
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Enter "You've Got to See This" Video Contest and win $5,000

Would you like some fat wad of cash in your wallet? I am sure that most of us would like to have extra money for spending this coming holidays so why don't you take this great chance to win $5,000 by creating and submitting a video contest called "You've Got to See This." This awesome iLASIK Video Contest is being brought to you by the global leader in laser vision correction, the Abbot Medical Optics, Inc. or AMO.

Abbot Medical Optics is generously giving five thousand bucks ($5,000) for the grand prize, three lucky entrants will win a $2,500 value of an HDTV package as first prize winners, and for the second prize winners, they will enjoy a FlipHD Ultra camcorder. To enter this contest, you have to make a video in one of the following categories below and submit it at gottaseethisnow.com.

  1. "My contacts are getting in the way of my good time"
  2. "My favorite sport or activity would be so much cooler with better vision," and
  3. "You should see life after the iLasik Procedure"

You might think that the prizes are too good to be true, but for the record, it is a legitimate contest. You might check it out at gottaseethisnow.com. Don't miss this chance of winning those awesome prizes guys! I am encouraging my wife to make a video and submit it since she is getting tired of wearing her eyeglasses. This might be her lucky chance! For those who will participate, good luck and have fun making the video! Oh by the way, your friends and family can help you win this contest through their votes!
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Thursday, October 29, 2009

The Crane at the Lake

One of our favorite weekend bonding is to go to the lake here in Chinhae where you see lots of birds, flowers and fish. Our daughter is addicted in feeding the fish so we always save and bring some bread whenever we go there. Last Saturday, a crane was displaying her beauty to us.
The distance was a little bit far but I took some shots anyway.
There's two of them here. The old Korean woman is watching them catch some fish.
Then we moved around on the other side of the lake just to see them close.
This is the closest we can get. It was low tide so its far from the side of the lake.

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Pocket Calendars

Two more months and the year 2009 will be over soon. It makes me realize how close we are to getting back to the mainland. In just 33 days, we will be travelling again to be with my family in West Virginia. A lot of business owners will be very busy again preparing for some give aways to their clients and other patrons. Some usually hand out pocket calendars together with other staff. You can personalized pocket calendars and mark it with some special events of your business so your customer won't forget. You may order this kind of products at AmsterdamPrinting.com. They offer low prices but high quality products such as promotional items, apparel, and calendar.

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Discount Scuba Gear

Scuba Diving is one great sports that calls for high quality products to use in order to ensure the safety of the one who will use it. To make sure that you are buying a high quality one, you should visit Divers Supply. Divers Supply offer discount scuba gear and other scuba equipments and accessories such as mask, snorkel, fins, diving suit, a weight system, scuba tank, regulator and many more. I remember when we went swimming with the whale sharks in the Philippines, we were given some paraphernalia before we dove. It was a very nice experience and I am glad that I did it.

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

We're Getting Ready

We're down to 38 days now so my wife and I are getting started with our paperwork in going back to the mainland. We went to CSD yesterday and submitted some required papers for our itinerary. We are scheduled to leave on the second day of December.
Our Weekend Memoirs

These are photos taken before we leave the house.
Pardon for the messy bed, when you have little ones its hard to maintain orderliness hehehe..
The kids were having fun wrestling with their Mom so I got to snap the camera.
We came to the office early so we have to go out for a while because our son was running around everywhere.
A nice fella offered to take us a picture.

Have a great weekend everyone!

Accor Super Sale

One of the best things you can do, if you are planning to go on a vacation, is to browse for special offers or promotions online. Take for example, the Accor Hotels 3-Day Super Sale Asia Pacific. As with any extraordinary deal like this, it won’t last long. You have from October 27 to November 29 to take advantage of this promotion. If you miss your chance to take advantage of this deal, you can keep watch for a 24 hour extension which will be posted on the night of the 29th. By making your reservation online, you will be able to get an awesome deal on your choice of one million hotel rooms for as low as $30 dollars per night. This is extremely inexpensive when compared to the standard cost that I have been getting whenever I’ve travelled recently. What makes it even better is that it coincides with the record-low air fares across the Asian Pacific region.
Some of the Asian tourist destinations include India, Bali, Thailand, Korea, China, Japan, Hongkong, Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Indonesia. So if you are planning to visit any of the above mentioned places between the dates of December 9th to April 10th next year, you should avail this great opportunity and book your travel on this 3-days super sale. I just wish that we were still here on those dates, so we could have taken advantage of this great deal.

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Big Sister

When our son was born, our daughter was in mixed emotions. she was excited and at the same time a bit jealous. And I guess, it's natural for an older child to feel that way. Sometimes when her Mom can't pay attention to her, she would get mad and take it on our son Joops. We use to hear a cry from Joops because his sister pinched him or did something just to get our attention hehehe...


But over all, she love her brother so much. This were the photographs when they can still get along everyday hehehe, now they constantly pick on each other and they find it fun lol... KIDS!


She was a big sister to him, she used to help her Mom change dipes, gives bath and she really tried to act like she was big..

Its a joy to have children, a smile that would always be in your heart and mind!

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Extra Income in a Tough Economy

I have read some stay-at-home-moms blog that talks about their wishes of getting a home based job so that they won't have to leave their kids at home or in day care center. I feel bad because I grew up with my Mom who devoted her time for us until we were fully grown up. I think that was the reason why we grew up to be fine adult citizens. It's gotta be hard for those kids and for their mom as well who gives up their quality time with their kids because of their job.

But I can totally understand the situation especially for countries who does not have much opportunity for home-based jobs. In the States however there are so many job opportunities for stay-at-home-moms like being an independent sales consultant for AZULI SKYE - The Ultimate Home Jewelry Party. Women can earn extra income even on tough economy by hosting a jewelry party. Do you know that home party business is doing very well even on recession?

Women can easily earn a thousand bucks every one month just by hosting a party every week. My mom used to attend to this kind of event and I oftentimes asked her why she doesn't do it in our house. She said that she doesn't have enough time for it because she had four boys and a daughter to attend to.
In doing a home party business, direct sales can get you into the game and start your own. This is great especially if you have many connections to friends and family. AZULI SKYE offers products that are very appealing to women. So if you want to try hosting a jewelry party, just click the link above and start building your own business empire.

Powerful Search Engine

If you want to use a powerful search engine, you are talking about Queen Torrent. This website rocks, it helped me a lot with my researches online for my online course few months back. They also have game torrents and other categories. There are many benefits in using the awesome Queen Torrent search engine which includes simple interface, you have the opportunity to download music, movies, and games for free. And lastly, the files are updated regularly so you will be able to find what you are looking for easily. so guys if you really want a powerful search engine, use Queen Torrent.

Monday, October 26, 2009

Outdoor Adventures

For those who are constant visitors of our blogs, you must have known by now that our family love outdoor activities. From mountain Hiking to island hopping or just simply taking walks around here in the land of the morning calm. We always make sure that we have time for outdoor adventure as time permits. If you are like us who like outdoor adventures to, you can find Char Cloth, Fire Steel, Tent Poles, Fire Piston, Camping, Backing, Hiking, Outdoor Adventure Gear at mountainfitter.com. They have just about anything that you need for your outdoor needs at a price you can't beat.

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Waste Management Software

If you are looking for the best ways to manage waste, you should give the Waste Management Software a try. The waste management software address the needs of every waste management industry needs. You can find more details about this software by visiting wastedge.com. Wastedge also offers RFID tags, Mapping, Mapping GIS, GPS Truck tracking, and automated invoicing for a very low monthly fee. The good thing about this software is that it is available online so you can set up the installation by yourself. You don't have to pay for those licensing and set up anymore. Check it out and get a software for your waste management need.

Chasing the Fun!

It's Monday once again and it's time to join Smiling Sally for the Blue Monday fun! Let us start the week with a smile on our face, have fun with me while we chase the fun!
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My wife was vacuuming the floor last Friday and our son EJ wanted to play with her. He was telling her "Tickle me Mama, tickle me!" So my wife stopped running the vacuum and got the camera to take shots while chasing EJ. Here we go...
I hope that my son's photos bring a smile to your face? Have a great start of the week folks!

Saturday, October 24, 2009

LL Bean coupon

The weather here is getting chilly everyday so my wife has been browsing for coupons that she could use to purchase the winter clothes for our children. She found a free shipping LL Bean coupon at Savings.com and that is always what we are looking for since to ship stuff from the States to our location is very costly. I am glad that my wife has many sources on where to get online coupons and discount code because it does help us save a good amount of money when we are shopping online. Our daughter outgrew her Dora winter coat already so we have to get her a new one before we travel this coming December. I like to get this Katahdin Parka for her, I am sure that she is going to like it since it is pink. The price is very affordable too.
Katahdin Parka
There are different kind of online coupon codes for LL Bean at Savings.com so if you are going to shop at this store, you should take a look at the selection of coupons at Savings.com first. Ll Bean sells clothing for men, women and kids. They also have outdoor gear especially for hunting or fishing. Luggage and footwear products are also available at the said store so you can drop by and browse their great selection of products.

Friday, October 23, 2009

Mt. Seorak Peak

I would like to share these gorgeous sights from the four day vacation we took in October last year. My wife and I decided to celebrate our wedding annoversary by going to a trip to Mt. Seorak here in Korea. This would be my entry to the
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The place was so crowded, a lot of local people and foreigners wanted to explore the beauty of Seorak San (San means mountain in Korean Language).

I know that you're anxious to see the beauty of the mountain so here it goes, they're a little bit blurry because we took them from inside the cable car:







Here's us on top of the mountain where the cable car took us. We felt chills while we're there, it makes you feel like you wanted to cry because of the joy from seeing the wonders of God's creation.
Thank you very much for taking time to peek at my entry folks. I would like to invite all of you again to please vote for my daughter.

Hello everyone, My name is Jillian Rylie. Mom and Dad entered me into a Smile Contest, if you could please cast a vote for me (just once) until October 31st, I will be very happy. To cast your vote, please go to this link.
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Thank you very much for all your help!

The GEM that is often overlooked

We only have 38 days left of our stay here in our present location and we are very excited to be with our family and friends back home once again and this time, its for good (I hope). Can't wait till we can settle and enjoy our viewing pleasure for our favorite TV shows and movies. A buddy of mine over here just got back from his vacation in the mainland and he recommended the Charter on Demand to me. So I checked it out to learn more at charter.net/ondemand and found out that if you have a Charter Digital connection, you have a free access to over 6,000 movies that you can watch anytime you want.
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This is a great option for us because we have missed so many good shows on TV that we want to catch up with. With two little kids on tow, we always need something that we can watch to entertain them. You know how kids are, they are very impatient and waiting is not their cup of tea. Charter Digital is a great solution for both children and adults alike when it comes to viewing satisfaction. If you are interested to what I am talking about here, just head on and get updates and fun extras on Charter’s Facebook page. I am glad that my buddy told me about this, now I know what to look for when we go back to the mainland. We will be looking for the GEM that is often overlooked, the Charter on Demand!
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Thursday, October 22, 2009

Cute Butterfly

We received the package that my sister Crystal sent us last week. She made Rylie a butterfly costume and an Elves Presley get up for EJ. We did not give her the exact measurement for EJ so his costume was a little bit big. But its okay because he can use it next year. I think we will just make him an Indian boy this year. EJ was so excited about the candies but Rylie was into the costume.
Our daughter immediately tried her butterfly costume.


My sister is very creative when it comes to crafts and stuff. Thanks Chris and Gaile! You guys rock!

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Shipping Container Sizes

I took my wife to one of the offices here inside the base because we have to submit a paper regarding our processing out this coming November. I also got my papers in shipping off our stuff. The person-in-charge for the shipment of our household goods told me through email that we have to pay extra because our travel itinerary is in Pittsburgh while I requested our household goods to be delivered in West Virginia. So tomorrow, I will have to all him and explain to him that Pittsburgh and the place where we live is only 30 minutes away. By the second or third week of November, we will be shipping off our car so hopefully I won't have any more problem with the papers.

I just hope that the shipping container sizes that this moving company that will process our household goods are big enough so that nothing will get damage. During our move here last year, some of our stuff got broken and the bad thing is that they never bother to pay for it. Our claim just got trash in the bin. I just wish that they will give us a good moving services like Schumacher Cargo Logistics.

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Boat Parade

Hello there everyone! I just got off from work and while I was visiting other blogs, this Watery Wednesday caught my attention. We love taking photos so I would like to share it with this interesting theme.
My wife took this photo when we visited one of the beautiful island here in Korea, the Jejudo. We missed this boat parade show because my kids and I took nap. Luckily my wife decided to roam around the Lotte hotel and saw the said show.
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Thank you very much for your warm comments! May I invite you to please vote for my daughter? You can find the link at the top page of this blog. Thank you very much!

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Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Ghost

I am sure that most of you have seen my TCP entry, GHOST. The star, Patrick Swayze got the his role for real now, he is now a real GHOST. May you rest in peace, Patrick Swayze!
Ghost

An interesting hybrid of popular film genres, Ghost showcases the talents of its entire cast. While out on the town one evening, New York couple Sam (Patrick Swayze) and Molly (Demi Moore) are confronted by a mugger. After submitting to his demands, Sam is murdered anyway. He then finds himself a disembodied spirit, invisible to the living world, wandering without hope until he finds a spiteful spirit aboard the subway (Vincent Schiavelli) who gives him some helpful pointers on how to co-exist.

Soon Sam comes back into contact with those he knew in life, and he begins to learn piece-by-piece of his close friend and co-worker Carl's (Tony Goldwyn) embezzling plot which caused his death; the apparent mugging was, in fact, a premeditated murder. In the meantime, Carl has designs on Molly, and Sam is determined to extract revenge. He contacts a psychic (Whoopi Goldberg), and together, the two set out to serve justice and stop the maniacal Carl from getting to Molly. Blending comedy, romance, action, and horror, Ghost was a box-office smash and managed to garner five Academy Award nominations, including "Best Picture," "Best Supporting Actress" (Goldberg), "Best Original Screenplay," "Best Editing," and "Best Score"; Goldberg won her first Oscar.

review written by Jeremy Beday, All Movie Guide

Monday, October 19, 2009

Patriotic

I am not a big fan of tattoos, but for the sake of fun and for showing patriotism, I let my daughter have a fake tattoo on her face Last July of 2008. I'm trying to instill a deep sense of patriotism in the hearts of our children, even though it's just a trendy thing these days with most Americans. Blue has always been my favorite color, probably because I'm an Aquarius.
There is just something peaceful and relaxing about the color blue (especially sky blue). Some say it is a cool or cold color but I think it feels open and free. Maybe that's why blue is the perfect color for the American flag because it connotes freedom.
If you love blue like me, join the fun of the Blue Monday at Smiling Sally's page. This is my first time to join and I think I am going to love it!

Oh by the way, I am inviting the participants of Blue Monday to please vote for our daughter. We entered her into a Smile Contest, if you could please cast a vote for her (just once) until October 31st, it would be so much appreciated. To cast your vote, please go to this link. Just look for this gorgeous smile!.
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Thank you very much for all your help!

House Painting

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Nothing can beat the work of a professional painter. When we painted the house that we bought back in West Virginia, it was alright but we made a couple of mistakes like buying the wrong kind of paint so we have to redo the painting job we did. It is fun to do the painting by yourself but it takes a long time than normal. So if you have a painting job to be done in your home, I recommend hiring a professional. The young professional painters at College Pro can do a quality painting job for you at a right price. Just visit the site through the link above.

Sunday, October 18, 2009

Local Market and Send Off Party

Happy weekend everyone! What are you guys up to? It is time for the OWM entry again and if you are into having fun, join us and show us what you have been doing during weekends, just click the badge below.
Our Weekend Memoirs
We went to the local market because my wife was craving for the sweet potato that is grown and produce just like in the Philippines. She does not like the sweet potatoes that are available in the commisary.
She bought some desserts.
Here's the place where she bought it.
See how beautiful Koreans arranged their fruits, pretty artistic eh?
Then we attended the send off party for the JBL band at the Pavilion. We brought some fruit salad and others brought some Filipino foods. Here's my wife with other women.
The kids had a grand time playing.
Smokey barbecue..
Here's the band saying bon appetit!
I would like to take this opportunity to invite all of you to please vote for my daughter. We entered her into a Smile Contest, if you could please cast a vote for her (just once) until October 31st, it would be so much appreciated. To cast your vote, please go to this link. Just look for this gorgeous smile!.
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Thank you very much for all your help!

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Saturday, October 17, 2009

The Best Tips for Keeping Germs at Bay

The cold season is kicking in again and the danger of getting flu is unavoidable. The newsletter issue of the Children's Health & Parenting from qualityhealth.com discusses the best tips in keeping germs at bay. So please read the full article below.
Cold and flu season is here again, and although it's nearly impossible to completely prevent your children from getting sick, you can take steps to reduce germs and lower their chances. Our strategy shows you how.

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Forensic Tests & Employees Drug Testing Kits

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The Dangers of Energy Drink

Over the years, Americans have tried numerous ways of getting more accomplished each day. The latest trend, energy drinks, are sweeping the nation. People want the quick high that they get from chugging down one of these caffeine loaded drinks without any regard for what it's doing to their health. As with any stimulant, when the high wears off, you either deal with feeling bad or you take the drug again to resume your high. This had lead to an addiction problem, especially in our younger generations.
Despite the initial energy surge you get from these drinks, they pack some real health hazards—stroke and heart palpitations to name a few. For more information, read this article from QualityHealth.com.

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Our Weekend Memoirs

Hey there folks, how is your weekend going? Our weekend was so smooth and relaxing. We went to our favorite lake and fed the fishes, then did our nature strolling for the day.

This is my first entry to
Our Weekend Memoirs
Exploring the beautiful plants.
Watching the bees feasting on the flower's nectar..
The Mommy should have a pose with the angels too!
A pose with the Koreans.
Taking photos while resting.
Trying to mingle with the Korean folks.
Our two little ones were so amazed by this leaping frog.
Watching the playful fish!
"Come on Dad, you'll miss it" they said.
Running and having fun!
Even if the water level is low, it's still gorgeous!
Here's the fun part, we all love this tree because its huge.
Our daughter wanted a picture with her Mom..
My always jolly wife!
I chose a different tree to climb mainly because I had to try it too!
So here I go..
I was actually higher up than it appears...how am I supposed to get down now? hehehe..
Love the reflection of the grass on the calm water.
My daughter going down to her favorite pond.
The Koreans having picnic.
They love throwing rocks in the water..
Especially EJ, he always has fun doing it.
"Look there's a dragon fly Ate" yelled EJ.
Hope this smile will make your weekend happy!
Have a great day everyone!

The Best Place to Work

Now that I am months away before my retirement from the Navy, I am anxious to what kind of work environment I would be working with next. I wish that I could find a job with good working camaraderie like Cydcor who was recognized as one of the best places to work in San Fernando Valley.

Friday, October 16, 2009

Ocean Shore in Donsol

I decided to join the Looking at the Sky on Friday because we have a bunch of pictures with sky views so for my first entry, I am reposting this photos that we took when we had our vacation in the Philippines.
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I busied myself taking pictures during our stay in the Philippines. I always take the kids and my late brother's kids to the ocean shore and let them play in the sand while I explore the beauty of the place taking photos with our new camera. This one is my favorite one. I call this a post card pic hehehe.
This one has an explanation to it, that no matter how big the problem that comes your way, there is always light. A light that will lead you in getting through the difficulties, and that light is GOD!
See how the dark cloud is getting separated, that means that God always guide us in taking the right path, all we need to do is to choose the right path. So it is up to us.
My wife love this formation of clouds which she visioned to look like a teapot.
During low tide, the shore look like this. My mother-in-law's house is just fifty feet away from the shore so we really had a great time exploring the place.
I just wish that there is a program for the people there to clean up the place. It could be a better place for the children to run around.
Sometimes there are people who are collecting clams and other kinds of shell for food in the rocks.
Thanks for browsing at my collection of photographs and for dropping by. God bless you folks!

Incredible prices on car parts

Now that we're heading back to the United States, I need to get that old truck of mine back on the road. It has been in storage since we transferred overseas. I was planning to do a few small repairs before we transferred but I didn't have enough time to order the parts and get it done. Since it will take up to 2 months for our car to be delivered from Korea, I will need dependable transportation until it arrives. I have been searching for car parts online and have found some really good deals. I was able to find the parts that I need at 60% less than what I was quoted from the parts store back home and because my order is over $50, the shipping is free. I've decided to order the parts and have them shipped to my buddy back home so that he can get the repairs knocked out and have the truck ready to drive when we get there.

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Please vote for our daughter

Hello everyone, I am trying to generate some support for our daughter. I entered her into a Smile Contest, so if you could please cast a vote for (just once) until October 31st it would be so much appreciated. To cast your vote, please go to this link. Just look for this gorgeous smile!.
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Thank you very much for all your help!

Hughes Net Internet

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I found out through reading some digging at Technorati that hughesnet internet service is 50 times faster than dial up connection. The speed of our Internet affects our daily activities online, so if you are doing reviews or you have tasks that requires time constraints, hughesnet satellite is probably the best choice for your connection. They have a special offer of a free 100 dollar visa card if you sign up with them.
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With Hughesnet Satellite Internet, your phone line will never be interrupted so you don't have to worry about that. I am thinking about signing up with them when we get back to West Virginia so that my wife can easily do her online stuff without slowing down. Our connection her right now is not very good but we really don't have a choice.

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Tiny Bubbles

Got milk? Our son loves to have his milk in the sippy cup with a built-in straw because he really enjoys blowing bubbles in the milk. He has become quite the expert.
You can see the pride, in his accomplishment, written all over his face as he looks on with utter amazement.
Sometimes he won't stop blowing until the bubbles reach the tip of his nose and then he licks it away... hehehe.
Our son loves drinking milk more than our daughter. Rylie prefers to drink fruit juice all the time but EJ switches between the two.

My TV Options

Time really fly so fast these past few days. As of today, our countdown drop to 45 days left until our scheduled flight going back to the mainland. Aside from the excitement of reuniting with our family and friends, we are excited because we will have a chance to watch our favorite shows through Direct TV.

It will be nice to finally relax and watch our shows in the very comfort of our own home back in West Virginia. I will be on leave for a couple of months, so I have plenty of time to catch up with my favorite shows. We need to re-activate our account to Directv and I found my source at My TV Options.
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One of my buddy at work, is also leaving this December with his family going back to California. He mentioned about getting their cable through Direct TV in CA. He said that over in California, finding the resources for cable and satellite television is never a problem because of mytvoptions.com.

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Urband Legend

I lost my PR last month and I asked my wife why and here's what our conversation went.


Rose: You should increase your traffic through bloghopping
Me: I need a reason for me to bloghop, I need to visit blogs where I can share my interest.
Rose: Why don't you join some "memes"?
Me: What is a meme?
Rose: You know, Mommy Moments, Girls Talk, etc..
Me: Well, can I snag the Tuesday Couch Potatoes from you?
Rose: Sure! It's your cup of tea anyway.

So here is my very first entry to

The theme is about urband legend, and I chose this.
Please watch the trailer guys!


Here's the synopsis I copied from fandango.com:

Australian director Jamie Blanks helmed this teen horror film set at Pendleton University. Campus legend has it that 25 years earlier Pendleton was the site of a mass murder by a demented abnormal psych instructor who killed six students and then himself. However, no proof of the prof's deed remains. Urban legends are the subject of a course in American folklore taught by Professor Wexler (Robert Englund).

When a series of bizarre deaths occur on the campus, assertive student Natalie thinks they are murders based on urban legends, but classmates Brenda (Rebecca Gayheart), ambitious journalism major Paul (Jared Leto), and practical joker Damon (Joshua Jackson) claim it's just a coincidence. Then Natalie begins to realize that she's the next victim. Since Joshua Jackson is a co-lead on TV's Dawson's Creek, an inside joke surfaces when a radio plays a bit of the Dawson's Creek theme (Paula Cole's I Don't Want to Wait).

~ Bhob Stewart, All Movie Guide

Sunday, October 11, 2009

Smell soooooooo Good!

Hey guys, thanksgiving is fast approaching. I am sure that you have a lot of things to be thankful for. Does it include the love we have for our partners? Of course, it should! How about showing your affection by buying her/him a special scent with the great selection of online perfume at Scent.net? I'm sure they will appreciate it. My wife prefers perfume over a makeup or other cosmetic for a gift, so I always get her perfume for special occasions. Find your favorite fragrance at Scent.net, they have great selection of perfumes at a very inexpensive prices.

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Friday, October 9, 2009

Kids in Action

Our kids love outdoors so much. They get frustrated whenever they are always inside the house and gets cranky too. Here they are enjoying the outside activities with their playmates in front of iour house. EJ love playing being a soldier or a warrior. Rylie love just about anything! sometimes, I get scared when Rylie is biking because she can go so fast and I am afraid that one day she will wipe out on the road.






Have a nice day everyone!

Thursday, October 8, 2009

Move Digitally, Share Globally

If you work in the IT field or are just into computers, you're are familiar with the filename problems associated with the integration of Mac and Windows. The fundamental differences between the two operating systems makes any type of integration seem impossible. Now, there is a solution known as ExtremeZ-IP. This state-of-the-art software can provide seamless file and printer sharing between Mac desktops and Windows servers. Now you can expand your IT services to include Mac clients and thus generate a larger customer base. To find out more about this awesome software, simply click on the link above or go to grouplogic.com.


Share the Food You Love

When my wife and I started to talk seriously about our relationship, the first concern that she told me is her cooking ability. She said that she does not know how to cook. I told her that problem is not a problem if there are a lot of possible solutions to it. There are fast food chains or restaurants everywhere you go so it wasn't a problem with me. I thought that she really doesn't know how to cook and I was fine with it. I was surprised when I started visiting her in the Philippines because she does know how to cook and she's a good one. In fact, she is very good now even to those menus that she did not know back then.

Do you want to know what her secret is? She does a lot of researching for great recipes online. One of the website that she love to visit when she wants a new recipe is the FoodConnect. At Food Connect, members can share the recipes that they know so others can try it too. You can upload pictures of your favorite menus and the recipe as well. Searching for a menu that you want is very easy with their user-friendly website. The cool thing is that you will learn the functionality of changing the serving size.
Are you ready to become a member now? Head on to the website and create your account then explore the sumptuous possibilities in your kitchen!

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Master the 6 Diet "Dos"

If you can master these 6 diet "DOs" you are on your way to keeping your self fit! Here is a list from Denise Austin.

Eat So That You're Satisfied!

Believe it or not, if you want to lose weight, it's important to eat! Skipping meals can leave you feeling weak and hungry, which leads straight to overeating. Eat when you need to, but make sure you limit yourself to nutritious, strength-building foods!


Include a Variety of Foods!
You've heard of diets that focus on one food, or that exclude whole categories of food from your life. Go for balance instead! Sweets, pasta, and breads have a place in your eating plan. The key is moderation! Make healthy foods the foundation of your meals.


Quench Your Thirst!
Water helps you burn calories, boosts your metabolism, and fills you up. How's that for multitasking? Bottoms up!


Concentrate on Your Health!
Diet pills, crash dieting, and products that promise instant results are never a good idea. A slow, steady, balanced weight-loss plan like mine is the most effective and the safest. You'll feel great, and you'll protect your health too!


Teamwork Helps!
Staying motivated is key! Find an exercise buddy at your office, ask a friend or family member to help you stay on track, or take advantage of my amazing online community!


Get Moving!
If you're already eating healthy, exercise can tone muscle and give you lots of energy. Even just a few minutes a day can make a huge difference. Give it a try!

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At OnlineCasinos3, you will be able to find the list of the best and most popular online casinos that accepts USA players. The advantage of visiting onlinecasinos3.com is that you would be able to narrow down your search to which casino offer great bonus and which one accepts easy deposit methods. The reviews will give you some guide and idea for the best online casino that are USA friendly!

Pepperoni Pita Pizza

Do you guys like pizza? My family love pizza so much. I can eat just about any kind of pizza. Try this quick pizza recipe from Denise Austin.


The recipe here is for four pepperoni pita pizzas, but you can double — heck, triple! — this very easily. To round this out for a full lunch — more than a snack, less than a supper — add a lettuce salad or some cut-up veggies and a low-fat dressing for a dip. The best part is that the kids can even afford to have seconds! (But not you!)


Pepperoni Pita Pizza

Ingredients


2 whole-wheat pitas (6" diameter)
1 cup pizza sauce
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 oz. sliced turkey pepperoni (about 32 rounds)
¼ cup chopped roasted red peppers
4 tsp. grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil


Preheat the oven to 400°F. Split the pitas in half to form circles.


Place the pita halves on two baking sheets. Spread ¼ cup pizza sauce on each pita half to within a half inch of the edge. Sprinkle each half with ¼ cup mozzarella. Arrange pepperoni slices on top of the cheese. Sprinkle each pizza with 1 tablespoon peppers and top with 1 teaspoon Parmesan. Drizzle the oil over the pizzas.


Bake for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Remove to serving plates and cut into quarters.

Makes 4 pizzas

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Global Discussion

I used to participate in a discussion forum via yahoo but when I started my college, I did not have much time for it. But now that I am done with my online classes, I am in the mood again especially that I found Global Chat Forum. Now I can start a topic to discuss with and share it to other people. One thing that I love participating in discussion forum is the opinion of other people because it adds up to your ideas too!

A Walk to Remember

When I came home last Friday, we decided to go for a walk at the new constructed road at the cove hill. My legs was painful the day after our walk, the steep hill was hard when you are pushing a stroller with two toddlers. But it was a very nice walk, a walk that I would always remember. While the weather still permit us, we want to enjoy Korea before we leave in December.
I thought my wife was tired because she was left behind but she was actually taking photos.

It feels great to reach the top of the hill.
Do you notice the sign of the cross at the sides of the sun's reflection? God is with us while we were enjoying His creation.
I will be missing this place for sure when we leave.
EJ was eating his banana while the mosquitoes are feasting on him lol..
It's very nice to go for a walk with your family all the time, a very close family bonding especially for the kids.
My wife volunteered to push on the way down lol..


The equipments and machines that the CB's used to build the road.

You can also see the view from the town.



Thanks for dropping and may God bless you always!

Affordable High Fashion Eyeglasses

Do you know How You Can Start Spending Smart with your prescription glasses? I tell you what, you should buy it at Zenni Optical because you can get an $ 8 Rx eyeglasses from them. I would probably buy my very first reading eyeglasses from them since they have My favorite high fashion eyeglasses on the row.

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Rock Those Abs!

Do you want to have a flat stomach. My wife keep complaining about having a bulge in her lower abdomen, so I started making her do the plunk exercise. The Fitness Flash newsletter from Denise Austine talk about getting a flat abs too, so please read the article below.
Is getting a flat stomach one of your fitness goals? If it is, I'm going to let you in on a little secret: You can work your ab muscles all day long and achieve great results — just by going about your daily life! By paying attention to your posture and pulling your abs in tightly, you'll be giving your abs a continuous workout for hours at a time.


Does it sound too good to be true? Well it isn't! You may think that sexy abs can only come from doing hundreds of crunches a day, but you'll achieve more noticeable results much more quickly simply by standing up straight and tucking everything in.


Give it a try right now! Sit or stand up super straight. It might help to imagine that there's a string attached to the crown of your head and it's pulling your whole body upward. Picture your spine getting straighter and longer. You'll soon notice that your hips automatically tuck under and your tummy squeezes in — quite the opposite of how your stomach protrudes when you're slumped over.


Standing upright like this works your abs — and, if you can keep it up all day, just imagine how 16 hours of ab work will strengthen your core! Even better than that rock-hard stomach you'll achieve will be the way you look slimmer and more confident with that excellent posture. Go for it!

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If high quality phenolics sheet is what you are looking for, you have come to the right place at InterState Plastic. They offer the finest phenolic sheets that comes in custom shapes. This reminds me of the laminated sheets that we have found when we first bought our house. Please visit the website for more details of this kind of products.

Monday, October 5, 2009

A Prayer Request for the Filipinos

Please help us spread this prayer for the Filipinos who suffered from the super Typhoon Ondoy. We might not have monetary capacity to help but through prayers, their spirit will be lifted.

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Prayer

Dear heavenly Father, we consecrate to you our beloved country- the Philippines and all the Filipinos around the world. We acknowledge Father that apart from You, we can do nothing and it is only your divine providence and grace that can unite all Filipinos as one nation. We therefore humble ourselves before your throne. We confess all our sins to you individually and collectively as a nation. Forgive us our sins Father and wash us clean by the precious blood of Your beloved Son- Jesus Christ. Mend our wicked ways and let us experience a strong and genuine spiritual revival for ourselves and for our country. Let the Holy Spirit imbibe us with power, love and wisdom to return to Your path of holiness and righteousness. Bless our country, heavenly father. Bless all Filipinos wherever they maybe. Let progress, unity, harmony, stability, justice, peace and prosperity reign in our country.

Bless our leaders, from the President down to the lowest Barangay official. Touch their hearts that they may serve our country with all honesty and with love and integrity. Bless our children and our future generation. And bless us all Father in all aspects of our lives. This we pray to You heavenly Father, in the mighty name of Jesus, through the power of the Holy Spirit, one God forever and ever. Amen.

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Affordable Mobile Phone

I will need a cellphone when we go back to the mainland because I will be on a hunt job. It will be easier for me to get contact with if I I have mobile phone. So I started my search of finding me a cheap mobile phone that will be within my budget range. I found some neat ones but still affordable at Star Mobile Shop. They have a lot of great selection at a price you can't beat. I like this Samsung 18000 Omnia II, it's a little bit pricey to me but I love the general features and the memory is massive. Check this out.
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Fixing your Relationship

Are you having problems with your relationship with your spouse or girlfriend? There is an guide on how you would be able to fix your relationship through the innovative The Magic Of Making Up Ebook. There' is no such thing as perfect relationship, every couple has disagreements and and different views that cause in a breakup. But don't let go just yet, you still have a lot of hope.
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This magic ebook will help you win back the heart of the one you love, you just have to be optimistic in reading the guides and tips included in the ebook. Soon enough she or he will be back in your arms again.

Sunday, October 4, 2009

We need to buy a Bunk Bed

Our countdown is down to 55 days till the day we fly going back to the mainland. My wife started to save some amount every payday for us to buy a bunk bed for our two little ones. We have found some pretty neat designs and affordable Bunk Beds at Spacify. We like their selection not only for bunk beds but modern contemporary furniture as well. Our daughter has plan already, she said that she would use the top bed so that her brother would not fall. Among the selection of bunk beds at Spacify, the pictures below are the ones we like.

Benedetta Bunk BedPlatone Bunk Bed by SangiorgioVoyager Contemporary Bunk Bed

Fit Fitness Into 15 Minutes!

Has missing workouts got you down? Don't beat yourself up! On those super-hectic days, take just 15 minutes to do something active. If it seems impossible to accomplish anything worthwhile in 15 minutes, think again! Even on days when you're pressed for time, you can do the simplest things to squeeze in some physical activity. Any workout is better than none! Try these ideas and feel great knowing that you're making progress toward your goals:

Take the stairs! Climbing a few flights will be just enough activity to get your heart pumping and leg muscles warmed up. Plus, you'll feel satisfied because you made the effort!


Go for a walk on your lunch break! Choose a lunch spot that's a few blocks away so you can take a brisk walk. If you packed a meal, reserve some of your break time to go outside and stretch your legs. Can't get out? Stroll the office!


Get a jump on things! No time to fit in a full-blown cardio session? Grab a jump rope for a quick one, or do a set of jumping jacks before hitting the shower in the morning.


Deskercise! If all else fails, you can still do some great stretching and aerobic moves while you're seated at your desk. Try a series of side-to-side head rotations, shoulder shrugs, arm circles, glute squeezes, and knee lifts. It's so easy, and you'll be done in only 15 minutes!


source: newsletter from denise austin


Windshield repair kit business starter

Our countdown, of going back to the mainland, is in high gear. Now that we only have fifty five days left, the time is really starting to fly. Last night, I was calculating how much take home pay I will have left after all of the deductions, such as health care and dental coverage, insurance, and taxes are taken from my retirement check. After obtaining my bottom line, I became a little concerned about making ends meet. While looking for employment and business opportunities, I stumbled upon this windshield repair kit business at windshieldrepair.org. I think I would be able to do this through the informative guides at their website. This would also be a perfect addition to my brother's auto body shop. He always has a steady flow of repairs available, so he would welcome the additional manpower, especially for windshield repairs.
If you are interested in getting started with your own business venture, a windshield repair business would be a great starter. It is extremely important for all vehicle owners to maintain the highest degree of safety and an unobstructed view is absolutely critical. Most of us have experienced the flurry of gravel and stones kicked up by large trucks and construction vehicles. If you commute a great deal, getting a chip or a crack in your windshield is almost a certainty. It happened to me one time and the cost of having it repaired was unbelievable. With this windshield repair kit, you will acquire the expertise needed to be able to know what kind of glass can be repaired and what kind can not be repaired. Just a few examples, of windshield damage that can be repaired, are bullseye, combination break, star break and edge crack. With the ever increasing number of vehicles on the road, I think this would be a good business opportunity for anybody.
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Saturday, October 3, 2009

Stay Strong With Vitamin Supplements

Do you take multi vitamins like me?

Getting enough vitamins and minerals in your diet is key when it comes to staying healthy. Ideally, we should all eat enough healthy grains, fruits and veggies, and lean protein to get all the vitamins we need, but sometimes that's just tough to do! If you spend a lot of time on the go, a supplement is a good way to boost your vitamin and mineral intake.

First, invest in a good, complete multivitamin. Multivitamins usually have all the basics — including vitamins A, C, and D, folic acid, and vitamin B12 — and are often tailored to age groups or gender. An additional calcium supplement, especially for women, can protect bones. You can also take a vitamin E supplement for your heart health. No matter what combination you choose, always remember to eat a wide variety of nutrient-packed foods! That's the best foundation for total health!

source: newsletter from deniseaustin

Thursday, October 1, 2009

Martial Arts Supplies

Are you into martial arts like me? If you need some karate uniforms supply, Karate Mart is your one stop shop. They have uniforms, sparring gears, training equipment, ninja gear, and a lot more. I miss attending my aikido class when I was in Guam, I still have my uniform with me so if I have time, I will go back in doing it again.

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Rugged Nerds

Are you one of those guys who love playing video or computer games? I bet you would like to try the heroes of newerth. Heroes of Newerth is a virtual DOTA-clone game that is newly developed, it is currently in beta but will be available in the market soon. If you want to check out what the other people is talking about this game, you may join them in the forum at Rugged Nerds. Rugged Nerds is an online forum that focuses on discussing about the Heroes of Newerth. So voice out what you think, visit the site and join the forum.

Beach Bicycles

Are you looking for a perfect gift this Christmas? How about checking out the beach cruisers for sale at Cruiser Style. They have a huge selection of beach bikes for men, women, and kids. Cruiser Style' prices are unbeatable and they will ship your order via Fedex for all orders in continental US. The photos below are my picks for me and my wife. We both love outdoors and I think it will be a great experience for both of us to go on biking during summer time. Would you like to check out the selection at Cruiser Style? Please visit them through the link I have provided in this link. Thanks!
26" 3-Speed Beach Cruiser for Men - Flat Black26″ Lady Easyrider Beach Cruiser - Metallic silver

One year of blogging

I looked at my profile today and realized that I have been blogging for a year now, whoa time flies so fast. I also noticed that on my blog's first year anniversary, the PR was gone. That's very sad! Oh well, I think during my terminal leave I would be able to improve my traffic because I will have time to visit other blogs. Thanks for your visits!


Do a Real Balancing Act!

Eat right and do a real balancing act, a sound advice from a personal trainer Denise Austin. Below is an article that she wrote.

You've probably heard of — and maybe tried — many different diet strategies. Some diets encourage you to cut starches entirely and stick with just veggies and meat. There are diets that won't let you have even a tiny bit of fat. Still others ask that you balance your meals by eating precise percentages of different foods. Really, though, eating a balanced, nutrient-packed meal is simple! You can do it any night of the week, without a graph or a scale, with almost any kind of food you enjoy. Just follow a few rules of thumb when you're planning your meal.
  • Variety counts! Are you eating the most nutritious foodsfrom several food groups? Always go for the basics —whole grains, a rainbow of fruits and vegetables, and lean proteins. This strategy can help you get as many different nutrients as possible without loading up on calories!
  • Portions are key. Use the Nutrition Facts label on foods to get a sense of what a real portion is, then stick with it! Another good rule of thumb is to fill half your plate with veggies, a quarter with a single serving of protein, and another quarter with a healthy starch. That's really all there is to it!
  • Balance high-calorie foods with low. You can have an occasional sweet or a cheesy casserole! Just be sure to factor it into your entire day's calorie intake: If you splurge at one meal, stick to a simple salad or some other low-cal dish at another. You can do it!
  • Focus on fruits and veggies. This is timeless advice! Fruits and vegetables are amazing sources of nutrients, and researchers are proving that they can fight all kinds of diseases! Shop for crunchy greens, sweet red berries, all colors of bell peppers — the sky's the limit! Make these the foundation of all your meals and you'll take a big step toward better health!
source: denise austin's newsletter

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Try These Five Kitchen Time-savers

Here is some tips for working Moms. You can try these five kitchen time savers shared by Denise Austin
  • Choose a ready-made rotisserie chicken. You can serve it as an entrée by itself, or use the meat for fajitas, a casserole, a quick soup, or a stir-fry or as a topping for salad.
  • Grab bags of precut, prewashed veggies. You can find these either in the produce aisle or at the salad bar. You'll save a ton of time!
  • Put shrimp on the menu. It takes only a few minutes to cook, and it's an incredibly tasty way to add variety to your meals.
  • Buy boil-in-a-bag rice. It takes only 10 minutes to prepare, and it even comes in whole-grain and brown varieties!
  • Get out your wok! Stir-fried dishes come together quickly, and they're loaded with healthy veggies and protein. Totally worth it!

Your Online Insurance

Do you have any inquiries about insurance for your vehicle, life, or health insurance? If you do, you should visit the nationwide insurance website called Your Online Insurance. Your Online Insurance answers questions regarding any kind of insurance that you may ask. You can get a free insurance quotes in just few simple steps and you will see the result right away.

There are valuable tips and articles about the importance of having an insurance and other topic such as term insurance that would help you fully comprehend its concept. Some people don't care about getting an insurance but it is a must that we have those because in times of emergencies, it will definitely save us from spending too much on hospital bills and other cost.

Finding a cheap auto insurance is easier to do int heir easy to navigate website. All you need to do is choose the insurance that you want to search (life, health, auto) then add your zip code and you will be redirected to the page where you can get the insurance quotes. We all deserve to get the best deal on insurance policies so we should start our search now at Your Online Insurance!

Pure and Innocent

a friend sent me this photos in email. It's great to be a kid because you don't have to worry about certain things just like the ones in the photos. You be as ornery as you can and its okay.

xbox 360

Do you love playing xbox 360? You can now purchase xbox 360 live gold at BuyMMOAccounts.com, an online retailer that sells xbox live points and cards. You can choose between xbox live for a month, 3 months or one year subscription. They also offer xbox live 1600 and 4000. Your purchases will earn you Live points credit to your xbox gold card account which can be used in the xbox marketplace. Purchasing your xbox live 360 gold from BuyMMOAccounts.com guarantee you of a fast delivery of the code so you can start enjoying your game in no time. You may ask your inquiries through their live support by calling their hot line 866-999-1177. why wait in line in the store if you can buy it conveniently and quickly online?

Answering your Questions on Swine Flu

My family and I will be having the swine flu vaccine this week in preparation for the flu season. We will be travelling in December for long hours and I want to make sure that our kids are protected. Here is a good article that could give some ideas for you and your family.

Here, answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about swine flu.

Swine flu (also known as novel H1N1) is a new flu virus occurring in humans. It was first seen in this country in April 2009 and has been spreading worldwide. It's called swine flu because initially the virus seemed very similar to flu viruses that occur in North American swine. Researchers now know it's quite different.

The World Health Organization has created a six-phased alert system to classify the status of swine flu worldwide. Right now the swine-flu alert is at phase 6, the highest alert level, to signify that the disease has entered into the pandemic stage. A pandemic simply means that an epidemic is taking place worldwide. This worldwide epidemic can cause either mild or severe symptoms.

There's no vaccine available to protect against swine flu right now, although one is in production and may be ready for distribution to the public this coming autumn.

Right now there are no government recommendations against travel to specific areas. Obviously, if you're sick, you should avoid traveling and spreading the virus to others.

Dental Insurance Plans

Our dental insurance will be changed as I get out of the navy. We have to figure out if we will continue with our current dental provider or we will change for someone new. I think it will all depend to the deals that we could find. Having a dental insurance is very important especially of you have small children like us because they will constantly need dental care as they grow up. Having a dental insurance can save you money because some of the treatments and procedures that they covered are very expensive if you will pay it from you own pocket. Imagine if you have a lot of family members, just think how much you are going to spend for the dental costs.
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I am making some browsing and searching about the different website that offers comparison rates on dental insurance and stumbled upon Dental Buddy in UK. If you are living in UK and looking for dental insurance plans, visit DentalBuddy.com.uk. DentalBuddy.co.uk offers recommendation on the best dental insurance providers. Their list includes the procedure being covered, the price, the additional benefits and other details that you want to know about the dental insurance provider.

Find Friends through Ohio Chat

Would you like to meet some new friends? You can join ohio chat rooms where you can meet a lot of members from different parts of the world. Finding friends or even possible future partner is very easy and convenient these days because of the many free chat rooms available online.

Debt consolidation Information

A lot of people are struggling to make both ends meet and worse they are are troubled with so much debts. One of the many factors that affect such situation is the current economic situation where some people are being laid off. Some has a poor management of their finances and they do not know how to effectively handle their money. And some are just over spender who can not control themselves from spending beyond their means. Debt Consolidation is a good option if you have multiple loans and credit card debts and you can no longer keep with the monthly payments. Debt consolidation can help you get back on track with your financial status.

You can get some help from financial experts on how to effectively repair your bad credit. Visit the Debt Consolidation Connection or DCC because they have a lot of valuable information that you can read and it could help enlighten your financial situation. They also has the comprehensive Do It Yourself modification loan tool where you can design your own plan on how to solve your current financial issues. You can also benefits from their tips and advices on how the debt consolidation process can greatly help you.

Debt Consolidation Connection has been helping individuals, business owners, and even corporations who are in great financial difficulty. DCC offers financial education, credit counselling, and debt management program that aims to lighten that burden that some people are facing with their finances. Based from our own experience, the worst thing that you can do is to accumulate debts through using your credit cards. Credit cards has the most highest interest rates compared to other loans so if you are just paying the minimum due amount, the lender is making big bucks out of you. So take this as an advise, use your credit card wisely.