Daughter’s most favorite..

Every time we went to mall, we never forget to drop by at Bookstore. My daughter always wants to go there and look for her most favorite magazine……Barbie Magazine.

(picture from www.barbie.com)

Anyway, when I scanned it the first time I bought a copy, I found out that it offers a lot of activities for it has puzzle pages, exciting and something to dream on stories, enjoyable activities and dazzling posters thus, It has new and different adventures of Barbie which my daughter could join and have fun.

Now, it is also one of the very special way for my little girl to share the magic and excitement of Barbie dolls world aside from dressing it up (which I didn't experience and got no chance doing during my childhood hehe!!)

So whenever she ask me to buy a copy of the magazine, I no longer think twice and even told her to include other magazines or something of her interest such as the Disney princess.

Anyway, she could learn from it while having fun. And of course one of her favorite part of the magazine.... it has free stickers (yup..she's addicted to stickers lol!).

(picture from www.barbie.com)

It is very interesting and good to note that the magazine could really help our little girls develop creativity and important play patterns, while delivering all the fun, glamour and style.

Aside from that, my daughter could even start practicing and be introduced into fashion world if she really wants to become a fashion designer someday.

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To Be Wireless....

For now, I've got no problem with my internet connection since I started using Smart Broadband Canopy. Connection is very fast and I do super like it.

Though, since I am using a Laptop and it is still wired connected I could not use it to the place where I am most comfortable with, same with my mom, since she had her own netbook, instead of using it, she still needs to use my laptop in my room.

I am thinking now to buy a wireless router and Be Wireless.And weighing the pros and cons of wireless connection, some notes I was able to jot down through my research about wireless routers are the following.

Wireless Routers (from : www.orbit-computer-solutions.com)

A wireless router is a network device that enables you connect several computers to the Internet without using cables, rather by using wireless access points, or WLAN. Some of the reason we go wireless networking include freedom and affordability. But you need to keep other factors in mind.

Look out for notable brands like Cisco, Net Gear, Linksys and D-link. These are most popular brands built with rugged technologies.

Bandwidths and performance should be another factor to check for. A wireless standard defines the speed for interconnectivity or data transmission by a particular router. E.g. 802.11a, 802.11g, 802.11n etc

Advantages of Wireless Routers

a. Wireless routers are equipped with modem, network switch (a device that has multiple connection ports for connecting computers and other network devices), wireless access points.

b. Wireless Router can be connected to / from anywhere in your immediate environment or house. That means you can log on and surf the Internet from anywhere around your surrounding.

c. Some of the wireless routers are equipped with a built in firewall to ward of intruders. The configuration options of the firewall are an important consideration when buying a router. Virtually everyone buys and sell online oneway or the other, buying a wireless router with good firewall configuration options can be helpful for security and privacy.

d. The broadband router wireless VoIP technology is a technology that enables you to can connect to the Internet, using any ordinary phone device. You can then make calls to anybody in the world via your Internet connection. Wireless router provides strong encryption (WPA or AES) and features the filters MAC address and control over SSID authentication.

Disadvantages.

a. The wireless connection will be slightly slower than the wired connection. Simply put, wireless or WI-FI transmits through the air and can be blocked interfered with by other waves from the surrounding.

b. Security is one of the main concern when it comes to networking generally, wired network provides for more regid security to wireless. This means that all of your private data stored in your laptop or PDA could be exposed to anyone in the same vicinity. It's possible that an unscrupulous person could obtain passwords and important personal information easily from wireless networks if not properly configured.

c. There is over congestion of WI-FI, especially in the cities where you have a large population of stores and big organisations that transmits over the same channel, causing much interference.

I think the above notes are enough for me to consider and to decide whether to be wireless or not.

Aside from that, I already did another research how much it will cost me If I will decide to be wireless.

From ebay.ph:

Price : Php 2,500.00- Php 3,500.00

Considering the advantages it has to offer and with a very affordable price, whooaa I am deciding now that I will be wireless sooonnn!!!!

My New Bag

I received a new Couch Bag..yippeee!!!

Last week we received our Balikbayan Box from Hawaii (from Uncle Ben and Tita Margie)and a New Couch Bag is for me as a Post Birthday gift (June 2011) hehe!!My sister Ma Phi told me it is "Pang mayaman" (for rich) bag, now I know why? Take a look at the pictures and judge why my sister told that so.

Here are some pix (sorry if not so clear...pix are taken thru my C3 phone)

I appreciates it much. I never thought receiving a new bag from them, for I am only expecting a second hand bag hehe..Well, anyway thanks much Uncle and Tita for the Gift. I surely treasure it....the "pang mayamang" bag (thinking now if I will be using it or just let it on the box and keep it just for me (lol))..

So, your judgement is?????

My Wish for Valentines

I Love Pearl not only because it is my birthstone but because it is really a gem for me. It adorns women of style and substance.

One thing more, I read that Pearls are for Passion. And of course it is the ultimate expression of Love

Never has there been a gem as steeped in history and romance as the pearl. The oldest known pearl is created by nature, found by the fortunate, and treasured for all time.

Only if the hubby is reading this, here is the pix of my wish for Valentines

(pictures are from www.jewelmer.com)

CALINS. This is a ring composed of two(2) South Sea Pearl set with 0.59 carat diamonds in 18-Karat gold. (from Jewelmer)

What does it says? If we are very lucky, we know that moment. It is that instant when, enfolded in the arms of mother, everything stops and our world is distilled into one extraordinary moment of stillness, serenity, and safety. It is the essence of the tender bond between a mother and a child, the affection between partners, the warmth between siblings - a myriad of emotions.

(pictures are from www.jewelmer.com)

Les Essentielles Earring.Classic pearl earrings composed of two golden Palawan South Sea pearls set

A pearl when a man presents these to us simply telling us that we are beautiful, needing neither that glitter nor bright colors to enhance our glow. It is a message that needs no whispered words of undying declarations of love.

A pearl, through its subtle elegance and fiery luster, tells us that we fuels with passion and our love.

Yes, this is my wish for Valentines, thus it is a symbol that can make us last a lifetime.

Happy Hearts Day! Happy Valentines Day everyone!!

No to migraine or No to Chocolates!!!

No week in a month, no month in a year that my migraine forgets to visit me. She always have the time to be there, to ruin my day...haiizz

I wonder what really causes my migraine? Does it has something to do with my eight long hours work with my PC, or with my late night sleep, or my stressful activities in my Ph.D. class?

I am very much prone to migraine attacks, but what it really triggers is still a question to me until this very day? Why? thanks to my paps daily newspaper subscription.

I now found the answer why migraine really likes me much. It says in the article that it has something to do with the food I eat. Aside from late night sleep, and stressful activities, the food I eat also causes my migraine.

And here are some foods that can easily trigger migraine.(from People's Journal-Pinoy Lifestyle column)

1. Chocolate and coffee.Because of Tyramine ingredients, this can easily trigger severe headache. The percentage is higher in women because they are accustomed to eating chocolate (I am a certified chocolate lover huhuhu!!!) when stressed and during hormonal changes are both common headache triggers. And if you are a coffee lover, try to substitute your espresso and mocha with a decaffeinated one.

2. Cold drinks. Commonly referred as brain freeze, a big gulp or strong long sip of cold drink or ice cream can cause this and usually it will last for about five minutes. The pain occurs when cold foods or drinks touch nerves in your mouth, delivering sensory information from the mouth to the brain.

3. MSG. Although considered by some as a flavor enhancer, the feared MSG(monosodium glutamate) is commonly found on processed and junk foods.

Foods containing preservatives include pepperoni, bacon, sausage, ham, hot dogs, processed meats and deli-style meats.

Even red wine, beer, whisky and champagne can also cause headaches.

Other food that cause migraines are the following

-Crackers and snacks containing cheese

-Chicken Liver and other organs

-Dried fruits (dates, raisins, and figs)

-Soup made from bouillon or meat extracts (not homemade broth)

-Cultured dairy products, yogurt, buttermilk and sour cream

-Potato chips

-Pizza

-Artificial sweeteners

Oh, most(yes, I say most and not some ..hehe) of my favorite foods are on the list. So I am thinking now if I really want not to feel and not to have migraine anymore or I need to sacrifice my chocolates and pizza...( maybe I'll just eat once a month..hehe maybe)...It's really a choice to make..No to Migraine or No to chocolates (lol)

So now we had the list of what causes our migraines, you may want to list it down so you can avoid eating them next time...

Before...a Teacher...Now ...a Fashion Designer

We are a family of teachers, from our grandparents, parents, aunts, and uncles. So, when my daughter first told me that she wants to be a teacher someday, I just smiled and say okay. I even supported her with her dreams that I even bought a mini blackboard, a chalk and eraser.

At night before going to sleep, she never forgets to play with her blackboard and acted as a teacher…

I even express amusement when her teacher in Advance Casa told me that after class she stays at their room and started playing with the chalk and some teaching stuff, that she even laughs because she could see the way she teach her students on the actions of my daughter..

Yes, those are the days when my daughter dreams to be a teacher someday, but nothing is enduring on earth, even dreams…

Now, my daughter wants to become a fashion designer someday…whoooaaa, what a big shift. Though, as mother, the only..and the best thing that I could do is to support whatever our child wants to be. Thus, I even started adding to my wish book some fashion designer stuff for children. I even asked her to talk to my co-teacher who also dreams to become a fashion designer someday, and even show some of her sketches and designs.

I know that as time flies, my daughter’s dreams will also changes. Though whatever happens, I’ll never stop supporting her... I will always be here to help and guide her to pursue her dreams...

I'm back....Thanks to Smart

For almost a month of not having a net connection really affected much my blogging activities for I wasn't able to blog about how we celebrate Holiday Season, from preparation up to celebration. Though I'm thinking now if I could have a post blog about it(haiizzz like I'm having a dilemma). Another is, I wasn't able to greet everyone "Happy Holidays".

Oh well anyway, it's Chinese New Year, and I am starting this New year by having a new net subscription from Smart - Unlimited Home Broadband. And for it's first day, I am giving it a rate of 9 out of 10 (lol). Connection is very fast compared to my previous DSL subscription.

Yes I am back now, and it is all because of Smart. Also, I am recommending it to everyone who wants to have an internet connection , a very fast connection as that.. . You may check smart site for details.

Have a great day everyone!

Happy New Year!!!

I would like to apologize for not posting for a long while...Though, not my intention to ...(don't think na i'm lazy ha hehe) it is just that my net is not working....(ninakaw daw cable ng digitel...kawawa naman!!!!)

Anyway I am taking this chance to say my Post Christmas Greetings to everyone and to Greet you a Happy New Year!!!

Since it has been a long time that I haven't post anything online,,,my journal has already more than enough to post soooonnn....still need to bear with Digitel maybe for a week...

Again, Happy New Year to all of US....May we have a 2012 full of Love, Happiness, Blessings, Success,and Contentment...