Approved Refund Request from GoDaddy

On December 11th, I checked my online bank statement and was surprised to see a Php4,668.17 charge from GoDaddy. Upon checking, it turned out to be a one-year hosting renewal for a supposed-to-be blog project that I decided not to pursue anymore. I didn't realize that the auto-renew is on. My fault. I got really stressed because with that amount, I can buy so many presents for my family and godchildren already. Also, it's my daughter's birthday three days later and I would appreciate additional funds just in case my budget isn't enough.

I decided I'd appeal for a refund. Right then and there I sent a very nice refund request to billing@godaddy.com. Within two hours, I received this response:

Thank you for contacting Online Support. If you did not wish to renew the item(s) in question, we will be happy to offer you a refund or an In-Store Credit for your account. An In-Store Credit is an account credit that can be used for any future orders by selecting In-Store Credit in the shopping cart. However, we will need you to first cancel the item(s) in question within 45 days of the renewal date. Once canceled, please reply to this email and specify whether you would prefer a refund or In-Store Credit for the canceled item(s).

So I cancelled the hosting for the domain and emailed them back to let them know that I would prefer a refund. Their staff are really really fast and very accommodating. Here's what they sent:

Thank you for your response.  I have requested that a refund be applied to your account as per your request. Please allow 5-7 business days to see the funds applied to the associated payment method. If you do not see your refund within 7 business days you will want to contact the financial institution linked to the original payment method for further assistance.

And so I thanked them and sent a Christmas greeting in return. True enough, I received the refund in my bank account just five days later. Yey!

Here is the timeline of the incident:

12/11 - My bank was charged with Php4,668.17 for 1-year hosting renewal.
12/12 - Emailed GoDaddy Support and requested for a refund, which was approved the same day.
12/16 - Refunded amount received in my bank account.I really commend GoDaddy Support Team for an excellent customer service. I went back to my account and made sure that the auto-renew is OFF for items that I have no plans of keeping.

Anybody with a similar experience? How many days later did you receive your refund?

Blog-Blog Din Pag May Time

Hi, Mommies!

Google is rolling out its latest Page Rank update today until the next couple of days perhaps, and the blogging community is buzzing with excitement. I, on the other hand, feel a little anxious and worried. Why? Because I've been a very very bad blogger the past few months. 

My blog updates are very few and far between. I got lazy busy. I used to tell myself that I don't care about losing my blog's PR, pero eto ako ngayon at kakaba-kaba because my blog is in danger of losing its PR1 status. Why wouldn't I get worried eh a couple of weeks ago I found out that my Domain Authority dropped from 31 to 29. Most advertisers want at least 30 pa naman. Huhu.

Anyway, I'll be doing some changes over the next couple months in both its content and design. When I started this blog, I didn't have a plan, ang gulo-gulo tuloy. Pati ako naguguluhan. I am tempted to enroll in a blogging academy I found via Facebook but I find it a bit expensive. 8k yata. At this point I am still not ready to invest that much, ang dami namang free resources sa internet. I would greatly benefit with the coaching sessions siguro, pero hindi pa din. Try ko pa din mag-DIY na lang muna. :)

Wish me luck!

Dirk's Progress: First and Second Grading Period

On November 29th, I saw my son's report cards at last. The school did not release the cards for the First Grading Period because their teacher had a miscarriage and a replacement took over the class. The grades were not submitted on time so it was agreed that both the first and the second grading results will be released at the same time. And here it is!

Yes, success! Nakaka-PROUD! My son seems to be good in academics. Mukhang mas matalino sa akin. Math - 99.20 eh ako sa Math hirap na hirap. Haha. Naks, Top 2 ang bebe ko at wala pang 1 point ang lamang ng topnotcher nila. I'm a super duper proud WAHM!

When I enrolled him last June, I am only hoping that he makes it through the school year without any incident - like tantrums at the classroom - because up until I saw his report cards, I thought that's the only thing he's really good at. Throwing tantrums - at home at least three times a day, at the mall, at the church... everywhere! Haha. Ang sama ko! But really, I am glad that his teacher says he is well-disciplined, polite and good in recitations and discussions. I was like "Wow, that's totally unexpected!". May ganun pala, makulit sa bahay pero disiplinado sa school.

The teacher also said he shows inclination to Music and Arts. This, I already know. When we went to SM City Pampanga last year, he was insisting on buying a drum set for kids. He was only four years old then, so I didn't give in even though he was crying at the store already. Such madness. Haha. Naloloka ako pag naaalala ko. Until now, every time we go to SM Pampanga, iniiwasan namin ang store na yun. Baka makita na naman at magngangawa dun.

Husband and I talked about it, and we agreed on buying him more expensive things when he knows how to take care of them already. As of now, hindi pa din. So no drum set for him as of yet. If he grows up and decides to be a musician, I'm sure hindi lang drum set ang ipabibili nya. I saw a fryette amps at musicians friend, even if the website says their price is very competitive and affordable parang di pa din kaya ng budget. Nakakaloka, pag naging musician ang anak ko mukhang mamumulubi ako. Hahaha.

And then I realized, we really need to save more so we can support our children in whatever career path they decide to take in the future. Their dreams are our dreams. And as parents, nothing can make us feel happier than seeing our children making their dreams turn into reality.

Quality Custom Writing Services

No one can deny that the demand for writers, copywriters and ghost writers have risen in the last 5 years. Does this mean that people have become lazier these days? Maybe yes. Maybe not. Or maybe Not Exactly.

A good number of people I know are slaves of all kinds of media - TV, Radio, Print and most especially the Internet. New content are published and uploaded every millisecond and it can be quite overwhelming. In my eight years of WAHM-ing and freelancing, I have come across numerous job postings that requires new content to be written - but they are not limited to web and print copies but includes scholarly pieces as well.

This huge demand opened opportunities to online businesses that offer customized content for every one who needs it, especially students and ad agencies. I found a site called PoweredEssays that offer writing services for all levels, from High School to Ph.D. Just let them know what you need - Essay, Research Paper, Term Paper, Thesis, Dissertation, etc. and they will deliver exceptional service.

So next time you are in need of an essay and find yourself dealing with a writer's block, lack of time or any difficulty and problem, remember that you do not necessarily have to write your essay yourself. Look for a team that provides customers with confidentiality, outstanding customer service, on-time delivery and top-notch writing skills.

Nature's Plus Animal Parade Vitamins

Photo courtesy of susivinh of Flickr

Too many parents neglect the importance of nutrition for their children. They do not do it on purpose. To keep from this bad habit, check out Nature's Plus Animal Parade vitamins and essentials.

This company makes some of the world's best vitamins for children. Vitamins are a great way for anyone to get their nutritional needs met each day. It is the next best thing to eating raw vegetables and fruits. Some additional properties in vitamins cannot be found in everyday foods. This is why it is great to take one on a daily basis.

Children should be fed these daily because it helps them grow stronger each day. Too many kids do not eat properly in America. It is leading to obesity, depression, and many other ailments. Do not allow this to happen to your kids. Stop it before it gets too late. In addition to these vitamins, make sure your children get enough daily activity.

These supplements will work alongside physical activity of your children each day. Most kids like to run around and have fun, so that should not be a big problem. If your kids are watching too much television though, keep them busy with other things.

The animal shapes for these supplements are a great way to get your kids interested in them. They can talk about the different kinds of animals they see. If you share a fun fact with them about the animal, they might take them on their own. Try to find clever ways to get them to take the vitamin.

Keep Calm and Fix your Laptop

I am a full-time WAHM who is totally dependent on a computer and other tech gadgets to make a living. In fact, almost 80% of our household income (my husband and mine combined) is derived from the use of computers alone.

But I am not a techie person; I used to get distraught when something goes wrong. I used to panic every time I run into common computer hardware problems such as a broken LED LCD screen, broken batteries and chargers (The one I’m using right now is my 4^th charger, by the way!), sticky or broken keyboard keys and damaged USB ports. I used to go bananas when I get disconnected from the internet during working hours or when my laptop suddenly hangs when I’m in the middle of doing an urgent research for my Boss.

Over time, I learned how to take the above mentioned problems calmly and look for solutions instead. I start to do my research and apply them, and most solutions I find in the web surprisingly works - unless the problem is the components itself, in which case I need to call for a laptop repair service so I can resume working.

How about you? What are the most common computer problems you encounter and how do you fix them? Share with us in the comments section below! Have a great day!

Separation Anxiety

(1) Kuya playing with his little sister (2) Ready for school and kissing Kassy goodbye
(3) My daughter trying to follow her Kuya (4) Furiously banging the door LOL

Hi, Moms! What's your typical morning looks like? Ours look like the photo above. Well actually, even messier. :)

Since it's Dirk's examination week, he leaves for school at 8:40 instead of 12:30 during regular days. So that means husband and I don't have enough time to clean the house first unless we wake up really really early - around 5:00 which we couldn't do because we work late and sleep late. So for this week, house cleaning doesn't happen until 11:00 when father and son gets home.

I notice that the bond and the attachment between brother and sister is growing stronger every day. Months ago, you wouldn't hear Kuya wishing that his little sister could come with him to school so they can play together with all his classmates; or worse, that he doesn't want to go to school anymore so they can play all day.

My infant daughter, on the other hand, seems to be developing separation anxiety. According to Wikipedia, "Separation anxiety disorder (SAD) is a psychological condition in which an individual experiences excessive anxiety regarding separation from home or from people to whom the individual has a strong emotional attachment (e.g. a parent or sibling)."  It's pretty common, especially in Asian countries like the Philippines where babies are rarely separated from their parents or siblings.

Kassy is now 10 months old, and at the peak of showing signs of separation anxiety from me, her Dad and her Kuya. She gets upset and cries when one of us is not in the same room with her, glancing around like crazy looking for the missing face. I never ever want to see her cry so I take her along with me wherever I go, bathroom included (sometimes!).

I don't mind that I can't go to the supermarket alone to buy groceries and other stuff;

I don't mind that I can't go to the cinemas to watch new films;

I don't mind that I can't afford to have a long, luxurious bath; and

I don't mind that I can't do many other things I used to love doing, as long as I make my children feel comfortable and happy all the time, as much as I can.

It's REALLY fine with me. And I'm glad I took the path of being a WAHM. I'm glad I can afford to be with Kuya and Kassy and their Dad always.

pH Care Feminine Wipes Cool Wind Review

It is almost an addiction to us women to use products that could make us feel clean and fresh all day long. Think about powder, colognes and facial mists we invest our money on, but it is not just the face that counts. Maintaining a good feminine hygiene is also essential because it prevent infections, diseases and other health problems. One way to make sure that your vaginal area is clean is by washing it with gentle soap and water and then drying it off with a clean towel or toilet paper. But as much as we want to wash afterwards every single time we urinate, it is not always possible.

Sometimes, while on travel and I don't have access to clean water and soap, I use my baby's bottom wipes. For me that's okay, since the wipes I use on my baby is also hypo-allergenic, alcohol-free and clinically tested. But baby wipes are for babies. Mothers and women in general should use feminine wipes!

I had the privilege to be given samples of pH Care Feminine Wipes in Cool Wind variant. I love that it is mildly scented and have ActiveCool ingredients that keeps me feeling fresh and clean. It has very gentle cleansing properties so it's safe to use every day. I also love that it comes in packs of 10's, because it's convenient to use specially if you're on-the-go.

Cool Wind is my favorite variant of pH Care Intimate Wash and I am happy I received Feminine Wipes of the same variant. It smells best among the other variants in my opinion. Passionate Bloom is the other variant of the Feminine Wipes from pH Care.

For more information about pH Care's products and tips on how to care for your intimate areas, visit them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/phcarephilippines

Dell Parts for a Broken LED LCD Screen

Yes folks, you are looking at my poor laptop screen. And as a WAHM who depends on a computer to perform her job, maintain a blog on the sideline and do other personal stuff, having a damaged screen is more than just a disaster. The moment I saw it was broken, I was heartbroken I nearly cried!

I explored and analyzed my options - buy a new laptop, buy a computer monitor or repair/fix the broken LED LCD. Buying a new laptop or monitor would be too costly for me, so I think I will need to try the role of a DIY Mom and try to get my laptop working like before. I've found several resources online on how to replace a laptop screen easily but I'm still looking for affordable but quality Dell parts.

Wish me luck!

Swish Mouthwash and Breath Spray Review

I may not possess a set of teeth worthy of a toothpaste commercial but I have very strict oral hygiene regimen which includes flossing, brushing and gargling with an anti-bacterial mouthwash . I cannot emphasize enough the importance of always having fresh and good-smelling breath, especially if you spend most of your day talking to clients and other people. First impressions count, so why not make a good one?

Swish is an oral care brand from Innovitelle, made by Unilab. It has Surefresh Technology that kills bad breath causing bacteria, prevents plaque build-up, tooth decay and gum disease. Their products are alcohol-free (making it healthy and safe to use) - even children, cancer patients and survivors and pregnant women can use Swish! Swish is available in 4 sizes (35mL, 60mL, 120mL, 250mL) and you can choose from 5 refreshing variants with various minty levels, from gentle mint to intensely strong mint levels:

Gentle Mint — Icy Choco Mint - It blends together the freshness of mint with the goodness of chocolate flavor without the guilt in a sugar-free formulation.

Mild Mint — Mangosteen Mint - A minty treat with the right touch of fruit blended in.

Strong Mint — Peppermint Fresh - Gives you the right minty fresh feeling for an awesome cooling sensation.

Super Strong Mint — Cinnamon Blast - A mix of mint with the perfect blend of cinnamon flavor.

Intensely Strong Mint — Arctic Chill - The right blend of cool and minty with that extra kick of freshness.

I am a regular Swish Mouthwash user, a fan of the Peppermint Fresh variant because it gives my mouth an instant and extra clean. I haven't tried the other variants until a sample of Mangosteen Mint was sent to me through mail, along with the new Swish Breath Spray Arctic Chill. 

I use 20ml of Swish Mouthwash twice a day for at least 30 seconds. It is ready to use, no need to add water! And I swear it doesn't sting, unlike other brands I tried. But the mangosteen flavor is not noticeable as opposed to the mint. I was really searching for the hint of mangosteen, but could not find it. But regardless of the flavor, it gives my mouth a long-lasting and refreshing feeling which is what I am after in a mouthwash anyway.

I keep the Swish Breath Spray in my purse.  I spray 1 to 2 pumps into my mouth every time I need a quick breath fix. It gives me instant fresh breath, anytime and anywhere in a matter of seconds! It comes in two variants - Arctic Chill and Peppermint Fresh and retails at Php105. It's very economical and can last as much as 100 sprays.

Swish Mouthwash and Breath Spray are widely available in your favorite drugstores, supermarkets and convenience stores nationwide.

For more information about Swish products, check out their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/SwishMouthwash

CHAMPS Chewable Vitamins: Mothers' Choice for Champions!

Personally speaking, one of the toughest challenge of raising my first-born Dirk is to make him take medications and vitamin supplements. He's just not the type who can be easily persuaded to take anything that tastes like meds into his mouth. He has this habit of sniffing and then sticking the end of his tongue out to smell and taste whatever is on the spoon first before taking it all in. And most of the times, we end up mixing the the vitamins in his milk or in his food because he just would not take them. Well, just to make sure that he does not lack any essential nutrients and vitamins his growing body needs.

I was invited by a staff from CCM Pharmaceuticals to attend a bloggers' event earlier this year (dubbed Bloggers Get-to-Know CHAMPS Day), the launch of one of their flagship products - CHAMPS Chewable Vitamins. I could not make it to the said date and venue though, because I am based in Nueva Ecija so the kind Business Manager, Miss Alina Iledan have the products shipped right to my door instead.

Chemical Company of Malaysia is said to be the largest generic company in Malaysia, and CHAMPS is a brand of multivitamins formulated for the health and wellness of the pediatric age group. It has five variants namely CHAMPS Vitamin C, CHAMPS M, CHAMPS M with Lysine, CHAMPS C plus Lysine and CHAMPS Omega3. They come in small chewable tablets and in various shapes and tasty flavors. More details about each variant below:

Fun Vitamins for Protection - CHAMPS Vitamin C Chewable Tablet

• Contains 100mg Vitamin C (50mg in Calcium Ascorbate, 50mg in Sodium Ascorbate)                      
• Comes in bottles x 30’s Chewable Tablet Forms
• Great-tasting Natural Orange Flavor
• Fun-shaped Heart          
• Protection against common illnesses

Fun Vitamins to Maintain General Health - CHAMPS M Chewable Dietary

• Contains Vitamin C, Plus 9 Essential Dietary Nutrients
• Comes in bottles x 30’s Chewable Tablet Forms
• Great-tasting  Natural  Pineapple Flavor
• Fun, Triangle  Shaped
• Promotes general health

Fun on Taste, Big on Appetite - CHAMPS Multivitamins + Lysine

• Contains Lysine 50mg plus Folic acid
• 9 Essential Multi Vits. (Vit.C 50mg)
• Comes in bottles x 30’s Chewable Tablet Forms
• Great-tasting Orange Flavor
• Fun, Donut- Shape
• Boosts Appetite

Brain Vitamins for Kids - CHAMPS Omega-3 Plus

• Contains  9 Essential Dietary Nutrients as Vitamin C and B-complexes plus Omega-3
• Comes in bottles x 30’s Chewable Tablet Forms
• Great-tasting Tutti-Fruitti Flavor
• Fun, Heart- Shaped
• Boosts  brain development & performance

Fun Recovery Vitamin Combination - CHAMPS C + Lysine

• Contains  Vitamin C and Lysine
• Comes in bottles x 30’s Chewable Tablet Forms
• Great-tasting Tutti-Fruitti Flavor
• Fun, Donut- Shaped
• Enhances appetite during sickness for fast recovery.

My pre-schooler is now always looking forward to taking his vitamins. He specifically likes the tutti-frutti-flavored variant in blue, the CHAMPS Omega-3 Plus. I believe it has enhanced his brain performance, as his previous exam results are all very satisfactory. Haha.

Now where to buy CHAMPS Chewable Vitamins for Kids? It's widely available at Mercury Drug, Generika, The Generics Pharmacy and other leading drugstores nationwide at very affordable prices.

Storage Units for Personal Use

Having problems with room organization and storage?  Tried everything from drawers and closet organizers to boxes, suitcases and bags but still lacking liveable space? If you’re at your wits’ end trying to fit all that stuff into your home, click here for the right solution.

Yes, storage units are not just ideal for businesses but also for personal use.  At some point in our lives, we accumulate all that stuff and then it starts to get a little over-crowded and looks like a complete mess. None of the organization skills and tricks you learned works and the only option is either to throw away most of your stuff or to expand areas outwards or upwards which is not always feasible. Not every one of us has basements, garages or spare rooms to use in cases like this.

You’re not the only one with this dilemma. In fact, many of us do. There’s just too many stuff around us that we could not bear to part with. But hey, do not fret. They say there is a solution to every problem, and most of the times it’s true.

Why rent a storage unit?

- Because you need a place to store things you own that you do not need at the moment; and
- Because it is secured, convenient and accessible anytime;

Inquire if there are companies that provide low-cost and accessible business and personal storage solutions in your area. Most companies offer 25sq.ft. up to 200sq.ft areas for personal use. Call them and ask for an estimate, or visit their online website and let them know how much space you need. There are companies who even offer free storage units for the first week, so don’t forget to inquire about special offers and promos as well.

Everybody rents storage space these days, from businesses to households to students! Next time you get all crazy wondering how to fit at all your stuff nicely into your room or home, think about renting storage.

Just imagine what you can do with the extra space in your home.

Hello, November!

After a three-month long hiatus, I am now officially back to blogging and doing other online rakets. I've missed a lot of earning opportunities while I'm gone, so talagang babawi ako from this moment on.

The past months I've been busy with our little farm planted with rice crops which, by the way, did not escape Typhoon Santi's fury. I've been busy with my pre-school son, teaching him at home, doing assignments and work sheets, attending school programs and parents' meetings and stuff. I've been busy with my now ten-month old daughter, who's literally so attached to me every minute of the day. I've been busy struggling to be an efficient WAHM. I really struggled with everything I do and I seriously needed to devise an effective time management and coordination scheme, which are my weaknesses.

Finding a schedule that ultimately works for my lifestyle had been trial-and-error. But I did not give up until I found a suitable one and now my working schedule goes smoothly with my duties as a wife and a mother. I overcame the difficulties of being a multi-tasker WAHM and I feel like I've accomplished a great deal.

Welcome, November!

Push Software Controller and Other Instruments

As an appreciative audience of live music, I can't help but notice numerous equipments with the artists on stage. And as much as I want to be able to name them all at sight, I cannot. So when speaking to people who are conversant about the topic of live music and the like, I keep quiet, just listen and observe. But when I get home, I search online and try to familiarize myself with it so when I see it next time or talk to friends, I’ll know what the heck we are talking about like the ableton controller at guitar center, for example. Two of my friends talked about it just recently, and I did not know which one they are talking about until I get home and worked on my computer. It sure would help if I can familiarize myself with all this, no matter how challenging the task is.

Be Back Soon

I would like to apologize to the people who sent me products to review in the past couple of months. As of this writing, I still have three pending reviews and I'd like to assure you guys that I will post them as soon as I can.

Unfortunately, a lot of things happened that affected both my schedule and my ability to post updates on this blog. I don't feel like I'm ready to disclose everything that happened because they're too personal but believe me, they're all valid reasons that could justify my long absence.

Hopefully, I'll be coming back sometime after All Saints' Day. Yeah, that would be next week. I totally miss blogging and commenting on a lot of blogs I love.

Well, I'll be back. Soon, I promise. Hope you're all having a great day! <3 br="">

Kid-Friendly Laminate Floors

Parents are always looking for kid-friendly options, especially in their homes. Children are extremely active, and it is impossible to follow them around throughout the day. From toys and books to food and drinks, children are always dropping things.

Laminate is one of the best flooring options for family homes where children and pets live. Tough, durable and scratch-resistant, laminate reveals the beauty of wood but is built to last through the years. It is easier to care for than expensive wood flooring and carpeting, and it is less susceptible to damage than self-adhesive vinyl tiles.

Quality laminate flooring is available from top flooring companies including online stores like South Shore Flooring. They are designed to withstand anything a busy, active family can dish out. Laminate resists penetration by most household chemicals and solvents including crayons, markers, lipstick and nail polish. Cleanup is easy with a little acetone, and it is simple to replace damaged planks.

Most laminate floors are "green" floors that benefit the family and the environment. They are also easy on the pocket book. When compared with other types of flooring, laminate is relatively inexpensive and easy to install. Families can enjoy its beauty, simplicity and durability for years to come.

Wordless Wednesday: Like a Candle

Virtual Book Tour – A Parent’s Playbook for Learning

I really resonated with Lexi’s post back in June when Dirk headed off to Kindergarten. Like Lexi, I was lucky enough to have a WAHM schedule to be able to be there for my daughter’s very first day of big kid school and my son’s very first day of preschool. I have also worked hard with both of my kids to, in my case, semi-homeschool them and get them enrolled in schools with smaller classes so they get more one-on-one time with their teachers. What’s made a big difference for me both in terms of helping new teachers get to know my kids and also in terms of me understanding how my kids learn best is keying into their individual temperaments…and continuing to think of myself as one of my kids’ most important teachers even after they’ve headed off to elementary school.

When I started getting my firstborn ready for school, I started teaching her in the ways I most liked to learn as a child. I thought this would be a great approach, considering I graduated both high school and college early and with honors. I knew that interests played a big role in making learning “click” for kids because I’d done my undergraduate thesis on multiple intelligences in college. But I didn’t realize until I started teaching one-on-one just how important it is to know your child’s learning personality type.

My eldest daughter has a very different personality type than I do, and until I started keying into those personality type differences, learning wasn’t as fun for her as it could be. Because my ultimate goal is to make sure my kids enjoy learning and turn into life-long learners, my original strategy of doing it the way I did as a kid just wasn’t working. I began doing a lot of research and started weaving in personality type based techniques into our work together and things started to change. She started to understand new concepts better and faster…and to enjoy learning more. I think one of my simultaneously best and worst moments came last year when we were working on homework together and she said, “I love the way you teach me, Mom. Why can’t my teachers teach me this way in school?” This is not to say we don’t have our moments—it’s certainly not all peaches and cream—but our time together is more effective and more enjoyable now that I’m tuned into her temperament. I wrote my book—A Parent’s Playbook for Learning—for other parents like me who want their kids to grow up to love learning and have yet to discover the magic that comes from honoring their kids’ natures in a learning context.

This is a guest post by Jen Lilienstein, founder of Kidzmet.com and author of the award-winning book, A Parent’s Playbook for Learning, which can be purchased in paperback or ebook formats on Amazon.com, BN.com, iTunes, and in bookstores around the world.

Movie Marathon

It's not like I've lost my interest in blogging. The lack of updates is mainly because I am busy with other things, like my son's schooling and my work. And then I got sick, colds and flu. Every day I encourage myself to post something, anything. But then I never get to do it. I am just too tired and ends up in the bed in a crash. Too sleepy to care about anything.

Yesterday we spent the whole day in a movie marathon c/o Star Movies. Haha. So much fun. Great titles like my favorites Armageddon, The Odd Life of Timothy Green and John Carter of Mars. Though I can't help but notice that we need to acquire one of those flat panel TV stands I see in other homes to make the viewing experience so much better.

Wall-Mounted Televisions

Thanks to advances in technology, today's televisions have become much lighter and thinner than ever before. If you buy a new plasma or LCD TV today, you have the option of placing it on a traditional TV stand or mounting your flat screen on the wall. There are several advantages to wall-mounted televisions.

Popular in homes, and especially popular in public places like sports bars, lounges and waiting rooms, wall-mounted televisions allow you to place the television high above the floor so that it can be easily seen by anyone in the room. It also keeps people from being able to reach up and fool with the channels and volume. As long as you have the remote control, you are in full command of the television.

Another great reason to invest in a wall mount from a company like StandsandMounts.com monitor mounts is that it saves valuable space. Instead of having to buy a piece of bulky furniture to display your television, you can mount it on the wall. With today's flat screen monitors often less than two inches thick, your TV extends about the same distance from the wall as a framed oil painting.

There is no need to worry that your television might come tumbling down from the wall in the middle of the night. Mounting hardware is designed to securely hold all flat screens and monitors so they will not pull away from the wall. Of course, you must properly attach the brackets to your wall before hanging your television. It is recommended that you have a professional do the installation unless you are skilled in such matters and feel comfortable doing it yourself.

Coffee Shop Coffee Any Time

It’s great to be able to get a custom crafted cup of coffee at a coffee shop or café – the only problem is that sometimes you just don’t feel like dragging yourself out of the house, or it’s too early or too late in the day or you just don’t have the spare cash to spend on luxury items like barista-style coffee shop coffee by the cup. The solution is simple – with an on demand brewing system you can enjoy Starbucks® brand coffee K-Cup® style any time you want and it costs just pennies a cup.

On demand brewing systems use coffee pods to make coffee so there is no need to deal with the hassle of coffee scooping, measuring and messy coffee grounds. The coffee is always fresh because the individual pods are sealed up until the moment of brewing and there is no waste because you brew only what you need and not a drop more. On demand brewers have no coffee pot or carafe – instead they brew directly into your cup, glass or mug so the coffee is always fresh, hot and flavorful.

You may have a particular way you like your coffee, say half decaffeinated and half regular – with the my K-Cup® brand reusable coffee filter it’s easy to craft custom blends and even create your own special house blend. If you are not all that keen on crafting something unique there are hundreds of ready-made regular and decaffeinated coffee flavors, roasts and blends available in the popular K-Cup coffee pod format at http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/ . When selecting an on demand coffee brewing system it is best to go with one that accepts a readily available coffee pod format so you are assured of a steady supply.

Babypalooza Bazaar 3 + MSP’s Play & Learn Giveaway

Now on its 3rd run, the Babypalooza Bazaar will still highlight the same features that made the first 2 bazaars unique and successful: equal exposure for both PRE-LOVED (i.e. gently used) and BRAND NEW items for babies, young children and expectant parents.

The Babypalooza Vendor Protection Program (VPP) will still be enforced to ensure that no two vendors of brand new items will be selling the exact same thing. This helps ensure that shoppers will not get bored from seeing the same merchandise over and over. Items that will be sold are necessities of parents and their children: clothing, shoes and accessories, gear, strollers/baby furniture, feeding bottles, nursing wear, breast pumps, skin care and cleaning products. Yummy, drool-worthy food products will also be sold during bazaar hours. All these at negotiable, easy-on-the-pocket prices!

To continue providing a family-friendly bazaar experience, special function areas will still be available for free for all visitors, these are the following: Sulit breastfeeding station, The Maya Kitchen play area, 88DB Daddy Waiting Lounge and the Twins Lampein diaper change area. This event is also graced by the participation of WhenInManila.com as one of its online media partners.

Clean rest rooms are also just a few steps away from the bazaar stalls for added convenience.

The Babypalooza Bazaar will be held on August 17, 2013 between 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Walter Hogan Conference Center, ISO, Ateneo de Manila University, QC campus.

Venue is fully air-conditioned. FREE parking and entrance.♥ 

MSP’s Play and Learn Center for Toddlers

MSP’s Play and Learn Center provides a stimulating play environment that will help nurture your child’s learning potentials, and will encourage them to LOVE learning from an early age! Your child will learn and discover basic concepts through: Storytelling, group games, listening to music, singing songs, building blocks, solving puzzles, painting, coloring and pretend play, etc.

Contact MSP's Play and Learn Center for Toddlers
Address: My Study Partner, 2nd Floor Golan Plaza Building, 333 KAtipunan Ave., Quezon City
Contact numbers: 0928-0919/4338198/0917-8696284
Website: https://www.facebook.com/MSPPLCforToddlers

Enter the giveaway at the Rafflecopter form at the bottom of this post! :)

Mechanics:
1.    Like the MSPPPLC FB page: https://www.facebook.com/MSPPLCforToddlers
2.    Like the Babypalooza Bazaar community page: www.facebook.com/Babypalooza.com.ph
3.    Leave name and email address on the Comments section
4.    Like A WAHM's Buggy Life Facebook Page

Prize:
One Month’s Worth of Free Classes - 20 class sessions for 4 straight weeks (worth P7,000)
Classes are Mondays to Fridays, approx. 2 hours a day.
Open nationwide because prize is transferable!
Redeemable until October 2013.

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