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I Miss You, Blog

2010-03-19T21:36:00.000-07:00

I have been away. I am sorry that I did not come back. I've been busy clicking away at my farms in Facebook. I know. It's crazy. From now on, I'll be chattering away. Right here, right where I want to be.

Beauty Enhancements

2009-10-08T16:07:00.000-07:00

My best friend from college did a surgery to her eye. She wants her eyes to look more Caucasian. She did the surgery so she'd get more lid realty to display the colors of eye make-up. It looks fabulous on hers. I thought of doing it myself, but I'm more of a coward when it comes to doing surgery that I might never truly need. That was my outlook when I was in my early 20s, still fresh and young. Now, looking at it from late 30s, I can see the wisdom of having breast implants. Why? It's to enhance my natural beauty. While it true that my husband does not require it, I do. I'm still in the process of researching the best kind of style and the best doctor to do it with. I have started this ball rolling, and pretty soon, I'll be sporting perky breast of modest size, suitable to my small frame. There is no embarrassment in wanting to look your best. I just want to be smart about it.

A Room With a View

2009-10-08T10:36:00.000-07:00

I was watching A Room With a View with my mom last weekend. It was fun. This was a book by E.M. Forster. I actually bought the book from kindle too, because I want to read it, too. How come I never think Julian Sands so sexy before?! He's absolutely dashing in this movie. He starred opposite Helena Bonham Carter, and she's so pretty and young here, too. Unlike Sweeny Todd where she looked like a hag (with Johnny Depp). If you have not seen A Room With a View, 1986 version, don't miss it. It's a good one.

Sometimes, It's Needed

2009-10-08T10:30:00.000-07:00

I just got back from a lunch date with a friend. We went to this Indian Restaurant. I forgot the name, but the food is quite spectacular. In fact, for 9.95 lunch buffet, it's excellent. The atmosphere, the food, all of it was just perfect. I have a fun time. But, before I left, my bathroom contractor reminded me that he's going to bill me for the work he's done so far. My bathroom's almost ready. We have to redo the shower, take out the bath tub and repair the water damage from a previously leaking shower. Now, our paycheck is not due until this Saturday. It's moment like this when usa payday loan is a blessing. Here I just have enough to pay for the bathroom, but if something comes up before Saturday, it's reassuring to know that there is somewhere I can go and get help. While it may not be ideal to get loans all the time because the interests can add up, it's good to have them available for those times when one paycheck cannot make it to the next one. Have I gotten a payday loan? Not yet, but I've helped my friends get one because they need it.

Optimistic

2009-10-05T10:28:00.000-07:00

I remember the day we took this picture. I missed our exit going home. I had to detour 4 miles to go to the correct highway. It's still alright, because look at that spectacular sunset I saw. This picture was taken on the run.

Doesn't It Make You Sad?

2009-09-30T06:40:00.000-07:00

I saw this on the wall at the cancer wing in the children's hospital. It makes me wonder why. I know cancer does not choose anyone in particular. Still, it breaks my heart to think that someone who have not live their lives can be so sick. All those suffering heaped on one little body. I'm also amazed how some of these children can be so cheerful despite being sick.

Farm What?

2009-09-13T09:22:00.000-07:00

OMG. I can't believe how much time I have spent farming on Facebook. I usually don't get attached to games, but this one, I'm still playing. I have read less books because of it. I found a way to get my reading done and still have fun. Audio books. What a saviour!

I like Christopher Evan Welch. He's an engaging reader. I listed to his rendition of THE ART OF RACING IN ITHE RAIN by Garth Stein.

Julia and Julie

2009-09-10T09:21:00.000-07:00

My husband and I went to see this movie. It was an enjoyable movie. I'm impressed all over again by Amy Adams, Meryl Streep, and Stanley Tucci. Now, I'm going to have to check out that blog, if it really does exist.

:)

Have you seen this movie or read the book?

He's Hot and He Can Strip

2009-08-12T06:05:00.000-07:00

I found this video in US Magazine site. He's really hot at 18. This is Channing Tatum stripping as Chan Crawford in Florida. I'm so glad someone discovered him because he's delicious to watch in movies. Have you seen GI Joe?

Halo vs Already Gone

2009-07-31T01:13:00.000-07:00

Was Kelly Clarkson right to say that both songs are alike?

Listen and find out.

Halo with Beyonce Knowles

Already Gone with Kelly Clarkson

Halo lyrics
Songwriters: Bogart, Evan Kidd; Knowles, Beyonce Gisselle; Tedder, Ryan Benjamin;

Remember those walls I built
Well, baby they're tumbling down
And they didn't even put up a fight
They didn't even make up a sound

I found a way to let you in
But I never really had a doubt
Standing in the light of your halo
I got my angel now

It's like I've been awakened
Every rule I had you breakin'
It's the risk that I'm takin'
I ain't never gonna shut you out

Everywhere I'm looking now
I'm surrounded by your embrace
Baby I can see your halo
You know you're my saving grace

You're everything I need and more
It's written all over your face
Baby I can feel your halo
Pray it won't fade away

I can feel your halo halo halo
I can see your halo halo halo
I can feel your halo halo halo
I can see your halo halo halo

Hit me like a ray of sun
Burning through my darkest night
You're the only one that I want
Think I'm addicted to your light

I swore I'd never fall again
But this don't even feel like falling
Gravity can't forget
To pull me back to the ground again

Feels like I've been awakened
Every rule I had you breakin'
The risk that I'm takin'
I'm never gonna shut you out

Everywhere I'm looking now
I'm surrounded by your embrace
Baby I can see your halo
You know you're my saving grace

You're everything I need and more
It's written all over your face
Baby I can feel your halo
Pray it won't fade away

I can feel your halo halo halo
I can see your halo halo halo
I can feel your halo halo halo
I can see your halo halo halo

I can feel your halo halo halo
I can see your halo halo halo
I can feel your halo halo halo
I can see your halo halo halo
Halo, halo

Everywhere I'm looking now
I'm surrounded by your embrace
Baby I can see your halo
You know you're my saving grace

You're everything I need and more
It's written all over your face
Baby I can feel your halo
Pray it won't fade away

I can feel your halo halo halo
I can see your halo halo halo
I can feel your halo halo halo
I can see your halo halo halo

I can feel your halo halo halo
I can see your halo halo halo
I can feel your halo halo halo
I can see your halo halo halo

Already Gone lyrics
Songwriters: Clarkson, Kelly Brianne; Tedder, Ryan;

Remember all the things we wanted
Now all our memories they're haunted
We were always meant to say goodbye

Even with our fists held high
It never would've worked out right
We were never meant for do or die

I didn't want us to burn out
I didn't come here to hold you, now I can't stop

I want you to know that it doesn't matter
Where we take this road someone's gotta go
And I want you to know you couldn't have loved me better
But I want you to move on so I'm already gone

Looking at you makes it harder
But I know that you'll find another
That doesn't always make you want to cry

Started with a perfect kiss then we could feel the poison set in
Perfect couldn't keep this love alive
You know that I love you so, I love you enough to let you go

I want you to know that it doesn't matter
Where we take this road someone's gotta go
And I want you to know you couldn't have loved me better
But I want you to move on so I'm already gone

I'm already gone, already gone
You can't make it feel right when you know that it's wrong
I'm already gone, already gone
There's no moving on so I'm already gone

Already gone, already gone, already gone
Already gone, already gone, already gone, yeah

Remember all the things we wanted
Now all our memories they're haunted
We were always meant to say goodbye

I want you to know that it doesn't matter
Where we take this road someone's gotta go
And I want you to know you couldn't have loved me better
But I want you to move on so I'm already gone

I'm already gone, already gone
You can't make it feel right when you know that it's wrong
I'm already gone, already gone
There's no moving on so I'm already gone

Jessica Said "Indian Giver"

2009-07-30T12:57:00.000-07:00

Apparently, Native Americans are outraged because Jessica Simpson said she's not an "Indian Giver".

I've heard this phrase, 'Indian giver' growing up in the Philippines, long before I ever meet a Native American. I understand that this phrase means taking something that is given away. Is it offensive? Maybe. But it's like 'French Fries' and going 'Dutch' and the likes.

I am not sure of the etymology of the word, but it might have something to do with Native Americans 'giving' something to the White settlers and then taking it back. Some opinions said that it might be a misunderstanding. What the White settlers took for a gift might in fact just be a loan. This type of thing can happen. For example, I am very careful not to loan to certain people things that I like. They tend to mistake loan for gift. I don't like having to beg for my favorite item back, so I just don't loan anything unless I can be sure to let it go also.

Did Jessica Simpson do something wrong by using that phrase? Well, let's just put it this way. We're still going Dutch buying French fries.

Today's Flowers

2009-07-25T08:42:00.000-07:00

I saw this one at Six Flags Fiesta near the Wiggle's World ride.

We have this flower back in my hometown in the Philippines. I've always associated this flower to my childhood home.

On a recent trip to San Antonio, we walked along the Riverwalk. There are many flowers along the path. Too bad it was dark already when we did, but I managed to take a few pictures.

I Am Lucky To Have Zenni Optical!

2009-07-21T23:02:00.000-07:00

Two of my children need to wear glasses. The first one I bought for my 5 years old broke within 3 hours of getting it home. I kid you not. It literally broke in half. A cousin of his was making fun of his four-eyes, he got so frustrated, and he broke it. I paid 100 dollars for that pair of eyeglasses. Ugh! The worst part is I forgot to purchase replacement insurance. Double ugh! I have not even gotten yet to my 11 years old pair of 250 dollars glasses. She lost it. It is not the first time this happened either.

I too used break my glasses, but never on purpose. The first year I started wearing glasses, I broke 10 pairs. I would misplace them, and then found them when I hear them crack under my heels or under my bottom because I step or sat on it. I have no idea how my mother dealt with it. She'd get me another because I needed it to see. It took me ages to remember to take them off properly so I don't lose them in my sleep. My mother does not have many alternatives. She wasn’t lucky enough to have online shopping then.

Rocks - A Photo Hunt

2009-07-18T04:48:00.001-07:00

Rocks can be beautiful as a garden, like this one.

Or a beautiful place to hike.

Downtown Ft. Worth

2009-07-11T02:15:00.000-07:00

For weekend snapshot. I took it while driving. I was careful and didn't look at my camera window.

Photo Hunt

2009-07-11T02:10:00.000-07:00

You can click on the picture to make it bigger. This isn't garbage until a car met this beautiful mailbox. I didn't hit it. I only came along to take the picture. Wait. My husband came along to take the picture. He didn't hit it either.

Must Have Satellite TV

2009-07-09T15:42:00.000-07:00

I took my kids out to dine at a restaurant where servers wear the skimpiest tops and tiniest shorts. I noticed that they have big screens every where. There seem to be a TV screen every two table. I realized that it's important to have Directv for business. How else are they going to keep my five children sitting in place while we try to eat? I know it's better to eat without watching TV. I heard it's more healthy to eat that way. But the truth is, having a satellite TV handy makes eating out fun. I just wish they'd put some sound to the TV. My sister have a DIRECT TV. She's really happy with it. She gets channel from the Philippines. I guess I must be away from Philippines so long, I don't care for it one way or the other. However, my sister is very happy with hers. She likes the convenience of recording her favorite shows. Some days, she's just too tired to stay up and watch them.

Flower's Today

2009-07-08T13:58:00.000-07:00

I see flowers like this, and I just know that with this killer Texas heat, they must have their sprinkler on.

Look how healthy these suckers are. I mean flowers. My gorgeous flowers are dying. I don't have a sprinkler system, and I'm too lazy to water the flowers. I will have to start all over again in the fall when it's not so hot to garden. Or I should move my flower beds under the shade of a tree. Why do I pick up the one spot in my yard without a shade? Beats me!

Ecologically Safe Binocular

2009-07-08T13:48:00.001-07:00

I've got to hand it to Nikon for coming up with the first ecologically friendly binocular. Whether I'm just out for short hike with my family, or communing with nature in Colorado, Nikon Ecobins is a good companion. The materials it came from is eco-friendly. Its glass and prisms are arsenic-free and lead-free. The packaging paper is completely tree-free. Instead, they use waste material from existing quarries for building materials. I wish that more and more manufacturer will follow Nikon's good example to save our environment. This product is not only eco-friendly, it's fog-proof and water-proof also. It looks just right. It's going to feel great using this product knowing that I'm doing my part to save a piece of this world.

Lakeview Terrace - Samuel L. Jackson

2009-07-06T17:19:00.000-07:00

Samuel Jackson is a neighbor from hell to this new couple moving into a pretty neighborhood. It's not because he's black, it's because he's a damn good actor, if you ask me.

He's quite racist, in the movie that is. And in his twisted sick mind, he's got good reason to be. The scary part of it all is he's also a cop. Who do you call if you're having problem with a cop? Anyway, Lakeview Terrace is nicely done. I enjoyed it, and was on the edge of my seat the whole time. I would say I was so stressed out, I had to eat lots of ice cream to calm myself down.

Samuel L. Jackson ... Abel Turner
Patrick Wilson ... Chris Mattson
Kerry Washington ... Lisa Mattson
Ron Glass ... Harold Perreau
Justin Chambers ... Donnie Eaton

Dexter: Season 1

2009-06-29T09:46:00.000-07:00

Netflix has Dexter Season 1 and 2 on instant play. My husband and I watched it. We're addicted. We finished season 1 in one week, despite being so busy with work and everything else.

We're now about to watch season 2. I can hardly wait. When Dexter first came out, I didn't think I would like it. I mean, come on, he's a serial killer. But, I love Michael C. Hall here. They do a perfect job. If you haven't watch it, you should.

iPod Video 160 GB

2009-06-27T08:44:00.000-07:00

I was so happy to get my iPod over a year ago. And two weeks ago, it won't sync with iTunes because of these errors. If you happen to know why it's doing this, please, feel free to leave a comment. I'll even give you a free book (got lots of fiction books because it's my vice).

Click on the picture to enlarge it.

High School Musical 4

2009-06-23T23:41:00.000-07:00

I just love Zac Efron! You've gotta watch this. I enjoyed watching 17 AGAIN the movie. I enjoyed High School Musical. Have you seen it?

Find Best Rates

2009-06-18T19:31:00.000-07:00

Have you noticed that everything these days seem to require shopping? When I was running out of laundry detergent, I find myself comparing prices between stores. Like everything else, CD Rates needs comparison shopping too. When it comes to money these days, it pays to shop around for storing it. Of course, my laundry detergent comparison might have been a rationalization for shopping a lot. Still, I find that I saved myself several dollars by comparing prizes. It didn't save me time because I went to two stores, but it sure was fun.

Window Shopping

2009-06-18T19:26:00.000-07:00

I'm more the sit and read type. But there are times when I am really inspired to shop. I don't shop for anything in particular, but when I find myself inside a Lowes Home Improvement site, then I find myself wandering the aisles for hours!

I was quite amused at this display. This battery is huge...like car-sized!

I think I'm going to get my husband this gift for father's day. I wanted to build a gazebo, and this one would definitely make it a not too subtle nudge in the right direction.

Perfect, Timeless Gift

2009-06-18T19:05:00.000-07:00

I first heard about hummingbird from my mother-in-law. She loves them. She paints and draws them. She also has an extensive collection of book about them. So, each special occasion is an opportunity to get her different kinds of hummingbird feeders. My mother-in-law's quite superstitious.

Do you know that hummingbirds have an average lifespan of about 3-4 years, although quite a few will die in their first year. They come with many different looks, but I think that this particular feeder below is attractive to them.
I heard that they usually can take artificial sugar. White granulated sugar is proven safest for them. With a ratio of one cup sugar to four cup water, you could fill this feeder and perhaps enjoy watching the hummingbird as they stop by. To prevent bacterial growth, it helps to boil and cool this mixture before storing it in feeder.

Aztecs wear hummingbird talisman to enhance sexual potency, and skills for war and fighting. Its sharp, narrow beaks resembling weapons of war, sexual organs and bloodletting tools. These are significant during ancient time. My mother-in-law owns a number of jewelry with hummingbird on it. They're quite beautiful. Hummingbirds cannot survive harsh winter weather, hence the reason for their migration. They travel far and wide to find food. They prefer flowers with high sugar content. This is good to know for your next year's garden planning.

Landscape Envy

2009-06-18T05:59:00.000-07:00

I love how my cousin's yard is turning out. I've been wanting to redo my backyard landscape, but I don't want to pay someone to do it 10,000 or more in labor only. I want to do it myself. I think that green gras and some brick work would make a big difference. But there are so many bricks out there, it's hard to figure out which one I like. I'm shopping now, and making room in our budget to get the yard I want. The best part is, I won't have to pay an arm and a leg for it.

Aren't these lovely?

Flowers!

2009-06-14T06:29:00.000-07:00

I love flowers. There's not a single crappy day that can't be better with flowers. I started a garden of my own. I love the feeling of looking at the flowers I grow. I especially like the ones I grow fom seeds.

I Got Blooms!

2009-05-10T12:46:00.000-07:00

It's a good year. Despite my dog eating my roses and gladiolas, I still got blooms. My Asian lily bloomed, too. I have over half a dozen flowers from it. I toss these wildflower seeds last year, and look at this now. Isn't that great? I love it!

I'm Going to a Beauty Pageant

2009-05-08T06:54:00.000-07:00

I got a call from my friend, Fe, the other day. She told me there will be a beauty pageant for Filipinos in a few days. I am so excited to go and dress up. I find dressing up in formal dresses the best fun there is. Besides, I just recently lost over 20 pounds. I want to show off the improvement. I can see my waistline now. I want to wear this dress below. I'll pair it with my 4 inch black heels. I think it will make me look great. The fluffy design will also hide what remains of some stubborn jiggly bits. This dress comes with a wrap, so it's great when the air gets a tad chilly. There's nothing like dressing up to make a girl feel special.

I'm also planning to wear the second dress below to a dinner with four famous singers from the Philippines. I'm planning to take lots of pictures. I can't wait to meet these stars! The best part about dressing up is finding the best deal in clothing. Would you believe me when I say that each dress is less than a hundred bucks? My shoes are a bit more expensive than that.

Looking at the Sky on Fridays

2009-05-08T06:39:00.000-07:00

Our neighbor's tree after a windstorm. At least nothing else was broken except for this poor tree.

I never get tired of looking at clouds. There's so much to look at, even without anything in it.

Walking

2009-05-01T21:05:00.000-07:00

This was at Muir Woods. It is a lovely place to walk. There are tall redwoods, so grand to look at. It makes the harrowing road to get there almost worth it. I would go back again, perhaps next time, when they just open instead of half and hour before they close. Kids like walking there too.

Fresh, Hip and New

2009-05-01T19:36:00.000-07:00

After reading the reviews out up by people, I can declare that hip hop fans will take an immediate liking, while others might be skeptical. Non fans of this genre wrote about how “unoriginal this artist is” and how IceBloc.com is “just another person wanting to get rich.” I checked out some albums. The name “KRANKMUZIC” offers upbeat hip-hop music. The cover of the album features cracked CD with blue electric sparks along of the name of the artist in chrome, and the title of the album in red cracked block letters. In other words, the album cover could be called uncreative, unoriginal etc, by people who were not fans. Fans of this genre would probably call it one of the best. But from a natural point of view, the cover does the job of giving you an idea of what kind of music to expect aside from genre. IceBloc comes with new hip hop artists with “fresh, unique lyrics and energetic beats”. IceBloc seem to be full of talents.

After I listened to the song “Put it in the air” at iceblocmusic.com, I immediately took a liking to the electronic beats in the back ground. It somehow reminded me of an anime called “Air” where a girl with long blond hair, standing in the wind with her arms wide spread. After listening to the lyrics, I remember a time after the middle school got out and some high school students were playing rap so loud, that you could hear all of the song clearly. When I listened to “Drop roll” and heard the girl laugh, I had an image of a black woman in a club. The rest of the song followed on the somewhat harsh beat with hard to understand rapping except for the chorus of the song title. How the song fits into my musical taste would be difficult to explain because I am an emo (punk pop) indie, rock, and scream fan. However, I can say that fans of hip hop, and rap would easily declare IceBloc as number one, and with enough popularity, it could become as popular as Chris Brown and Solja boy.

ABC Wednesday: O

2009-04-29T09:03:00.000-07:00

I have no idea what O to put. Then I saw this picture. It's O-shaped art, and it's Out in the Open Outside of a Mall. Does that count? I'm sure it is not a obelisk.

More ABE Wednesdayhere.

This Old House

2009-04-26T23:26:00.000-07:00

The nice thing about this house is I own it. The bad thing is also about owning it. I have a 30-year old house. If I had bought it right when it was built, it's paid off by now. Unfortunately, I was only 6 years old when they built it, so I couldn't buy it. I noticed that to make this house into something I want to live in; we have to spend money. First, the kitchen has to go, then the bathrooms, and then there's the sun room. Dallas Remodeling provides me with creative space that is both functional and beautiful. I have tried doing it the cheap way and it ended up more expensive. Redoing anything in a house takes time and money. I thought why not do it right the first time? I am very happy with my newly remodeled kitchen. It wasn't cheap, but it needs to be done. Now, if I cook and serve dinner from my new kitchen, I’ll call it even three years. That is in comparison to how much I spend going out to eat for lunch and dinner both. A successfully remodeled home can bring so much joy. I find myself walking into my kitchen and just enjoy the beauty of it all. I caught myself running my fingers through the granite countertops and shinny appliance. It's worth it. I'm worth it.

Today's Flowers

2009-04-26T17:45:00.000-07:00

My husband took this picture. I don't know what kind of flower this is. At first, I thought it might be sunflower. It's got that same look. But then agian, I have never seen sunflower in other color than yellow. So, what is this?

Click on the picture to enlarge.

I Should Have Thought of This

2009-04-26T17:31:00.000-07:00

Last summer, we adopted a black Labrador-German Shepherd mix. They were very cute and extremely lovable. We adapted three puppies. And because there were three of them, so we decided they are going to be happier outside, prancing around in our yard versus being inside where it's not as big as our yard. When they were about 6 months old, they got very fascinated with squirrels. They would chase them all day long. We should have gotten some squirrel repellents before they caught one and eat it. It was a tragedy that we could have prevented. Unfortunately for us, the squirrel was sick with rabies. Our dogs got sick too. It was with a very heavy heart that we had to call animal control to take our cute doggies away. One year after this happened; we took a chance on another dog, this time a Labrador-Beagle mix. This time, we're taking advantage of Havahart® products to keep squirrels away from our yard. We're also keeping our dogs inside. However, a dog must run and play outside. For those times he's outside, Havahart® will ensure that my dog will not catch and eat another squirrel again. I wonder though if they have a product that will protect my roses from my puppies. As of yesterday, he has knocked down and shredded 6 of my prized roses.

Mellow Yellow

2009-04-26T17:26:00.000-07:00

I saw this at the mall. It used to be a dollar to play this game. That was 17 years ago. Today, they accept credit cards, and it cost 5 dollars to play. I don't know that I wanted Spongebob so much as to plunk that kind of money on a change to snag it.

The Hammer with Adam Carolla

2009-04-22T11:37:00.000-07:00

I like Adam Carolla's podcast. He's funny, insightful and blunt. I heard about his movie, The Hammer. I got the DVD from Netflix and found it to be a very good movie. It's even better than some of Nicolas Cage movies. It is so much better than Gone in 60 seconds. I think every one should see it because it's worth watching. That's Adam and his wife Lynette above.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

2009-04-22T11:10:00.000-07:00

I went to my kid's school today and discovered that it was earth day. They planted flowers and tree to celebrate. They even turn off the school lights for five minutes to save energy. It was cool. I was just thinking along recycling, redecorating my fireplace. To be more energy efficient, I should just put some glass tile on it instead of taking down the whole thing. It would give my fireplace the face lift it needs while saving energy and money. The theme for earth day is to save energy and save the earth, too.

Camera-Critters #54

2009-04-18T18:48:00.000-07:00

Isn't he cute? His name is Charlie Brown. He's very good at letting us know he needs to go outside to pee. He's not trained yet, but he will be. I'm hoping anyway.

Looking At the Sky on Friday

2009-04-17T08:22:00.000-07:00

My daughter and I drove to Rockwall yesterday. It's a 2 hour round trip. We had such fun checking out the country. Yes, it's only 30 miles away from the city, but it's a whole new world out there.

There's a big lake between Dallas and Rockwall. These are the skies out there yesterday. It's a bit cloudy, no rain. It's thundering right now though. Ugh, my windshield could use some cleaning!

An Open Letter of Apology to Illegal Aliens in the United States

2009-04-14T00:14:00.000-07:00

This is a post from Errant Thoughts from a Disquieted Mind. I thought she wrote it well. Here it is, in whole from this link.

On behalf of the many Congressmen and women I have helped to elect in the last near three decades of my life, who have refused their obligations under the Constitution and their promises to me that led to my votes to elect them, I wish to apologize to you for your mistaken understanding that you are entitled to the same rights, privileges and freedoms your born, naturalized or amnestied brethren have earned in the United States of America.

Through the years, while hoping you would follow your promises made to me and to others to become legal citizens, we have educated you and your children for free, provided your free healthcare, and made you the recipient of thousands of programs to assist you, free of charge, along your way.

Despite being the wealthiest and most compassionate nation on Earth, our resources are nevertheless finite. There is a bottom to this well of funds we continue to expend on your behalf. Yet our government continues to do so to the direct detriment and flagrant discrimination of the legal citizens of our land. Regardless of politics, one day soon, this well is going to run completely dry.

Our hospitals are overwhelmed by your needs, and their subsidies for providing you free healthcare are shrinking as they continue to care for more and more and more of you. And we the legal taxpayers of this country cough up more and more money ourselves to keep our hospitals afloat. The unwed birthrate among illegal Hispanic teenage girls alone is the highest of any group in our country, more than three times the teenage pregnancy rate of whites and Asians, and one-and-a-half times that of African-American girls. And your numbers of teenage pregnancies only continue to grow. In the first three months of 2006 at Parkland charity Hospital in Dallas, 70% of all births were babies born to illegal aliens. Parkland, once one of the most reputable trauma centers in the US, and where JFK was taken after his assassination on downtown Dallas streets, is now a birthing center with more than 16,000 births recorded yearly.

Our elementary, middle and high schools are failing miserably to educate your children, as well as the millions of our own children born and naturalized in this land. About a fourth of Texas teachers are uncertified at the time of their hire in our frantic need to place educators of any definition into our classrooms. Our Texas classrooms are so overpopulated that we currently have one of the highest teacher-to-pupil ratios in the country, which has drastically lowered our ability to provide a quality education to all children. Our social groups struggle harder and harder to collect the donations necessary to see that your children have the free school supplies necessary to complete their education, in addition to providing these same compassion-born generosities for children born to legal citizens living in poverty. And the situation is growing worse as more and more and more of your children enroll.

We have even gone so far as to provide many of your children, even when they are also illegal aliens, with special financial aide and the privilege of being charged the in-state tuition fees for college that we don’t offer to any of our legal residents and students beyond our state lines. And we provide this huge slap to the face in flagrant discrimination to the many students from foreign lands that have endured the exhaustive process of obtaining special Visas to attend our schools revered as some of the best in the world.

Our automotive insurance companies are reeling from paying for the millions of dollars in damages to-date to repair insured vehicles because they have no means of collecting from you when the damages are your fault, because you (as illegal aliens) are not insured. We legal citizens pay higher and higher premiums for insurance, so that you don’t have to pay a penny, but still drive across our land. Latinos account for 43% of DUI arrests in Texas, and 45% of DUI arrests in California, according to our respective Departments of Transportation statistics for 2005. The majority of these arrests are Latinos with multiple previous DUI charges, so it is no wonder why more and more and more of our innocent citizens are being slaughtered and maimed on our roadways, nor why so very many of those causing DUI accidents either flee the scene or fail to appear in court, and merely disappear into your hidden world of anonymity to repeat the offense again.

Our jails overflow with illegal aliens arrested for crimes committed after breaching our borders and sneaking onto our land, and we pay for this also, as well as the cost of deporting some of these criminals, who would rather go “home” and sneak back in another day to avoid their further incarceration following the adjudication of their crimes in court. And we pay for the court costs, too, and your attorney fees all along the way. Then you steal over our borders again to repeat this seemingly endless cycle.

Not too long ago, we allowed you to obtain jobs here without any documentation at all. Not long after that, our President Ronald Reagan granted you amnesty, since our Congress was (and remains) spineless in its inability and refusal to find a real solution to the problem then of your numbers, which are dwarfed by your numbers today. Then, following public outcries, our employers were finally forced to require proof of your citizenship, which you falsified with remedial results. Further public outcry, and later the bombing of our World Trade Center in New York City by terrorists who hate us and you, and our freedoms and wealth, forced you to become much more sophisticated in lying about your citizenry to be able to work. Since then, you have stolen the identities of Americans alive and dead to continue to remain and work, and you have allowed thousands of profiteering criminals to line their pockets with the monies of your desperation in selling you those false identities.

Insofar as you taking jobs away from our legal citizenry, I don’t blame you for that, for taking advantage of any opportunities that came your way. That is why you came, and you would have been fools not to avail yourselves of everything that has been given you. Instead, I blame the greed of the hundreds of employers who took advantage of YOU and used YOU to keep them from having to participate in a fair and competitive marketplace and fraudulently keeping down the costs of their doing business. And our government – as recently as the last week – refuses to hold employers accountable beyond a token wee slap on the wrist if caught.

There are many citizens in dire need of jobs in the US, but none other than you who could be forced to accept a job for as little as you have. This they were able to do to you because you, as illegal aliens, could be threatened with discovery and deportation if you complained. You didn’t complain. Instead, you showed up in masses and we can deny neither your work ethic in your jobs, nor your networking to get there first. Without you, the companies would have enjoyed less profits, or merely passed along the higher costs of doing business to us, who by our patronage (or lack thereof) would force them to be smarter and more competitive, or face demise at the hands of businesses who would.

Our government deliberately looks “the other way” as you commit tax fraud daily. While your income is taxed when paid by check, real or electronic, and you further contribute to social security taxes you cannot ever access while an illegal alien, you neither file nor pay further income tax as all legal citizens must by April 15th of each year. Further, when your income is paid in cash, which you prefer, you pay no tax whatsoever, yet continue to benefit from the organized society those taxes provide us all. Instead of contributing to your own expense to us of your living and working here illegally, you send every penny possible back to your homeland to help pay exorbitant “coyote” fees to sneak your relatives into our country, too.

We have even made it easy now for you to vote in Mexico elections here on US soil, and prevent you from having to leave and then sneak back in to continue your lives here.

Make no mistake, we welcomed you to our country, and we always will, regardless of your race, creed, or nation or origin. We merely expect you to either stay here temporarily, seeking visitor status in full respect of our laws and covenants, or become a legal resident and citizen and stay forever. In return for your citizenship, we offer you all that you have received anyway and more, as well as the ability to vote and help us grow as a nation that has always embodied honor and diversity.

“Our forefathers brought forth upon this continent a new nation, conceived in liberty and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal.” But understand clearly that Abraham Lincoln was addressing the citizens of the United States when he spoke those famous words on the Civil War battlefield ofGettysburg. And no, illegal aliens are NOT equal to legal citizens. Otherwise, your amnesty, a legal forgiveness of your crimes in entering illegally and living here since, would never be necessary or discussed. And I opose this with every ounce of my being.

I apologize to you today, because I believe in my heart the day is not long away when we will be forced as a nation to seal our borders, because people with motivations other than seeking a better life, motivations to do our nation and our citizens harm, will sneak across and enter illegally on your very heels and do their evil deeds to you and us. You have set a fine example for our enemies to follow, and have shown them how easily we enable your continued crimes in breaching our border.

I apologize to you today, because our politicians never will, since doing so would risk their dethroning at the next election by your sympathizers. And this is really their fault, you know, for not following the laws and obligations placed upon them by our Constitution that they gave an oath to follow and protect, as well as from the electorate whom they promised to respect and represent.

The day will never come when the United States does not welcome you to join us and take full part of the many rights, freedoms and amenities we enjoy as legal citizens, or to a lesser degree as legal visitors. But the day is coming soon when we citizens will force our national, state and local elected leaders to no longer allow you to be here illegally with impunity.

I apologize to you today, because we should never have led you to believe otherwise.

Sincerely yours,
An American Citizen

Oh, The Things I See

2009-04-12T23:21:00.000-07:00

Oversize versus wide load. What's the difference? They're both going to clog traffic.

Actually, I didn't see this one. My husband did and took this pictures for me. Some body is moving house, and I get to watch it in pictures. There's two of it. Somebody actually offered to give me one of these before. Hello! What am I supposed to do with it? Move from my house to it? Duh! Still it's the thought that counts. Later on, this person turned rabid...so it makes me wonder what was the motivation of the offer.

General Contractors

2009-04-12T21:52:00.000-07:00

At first, I thought general contractors are a waste of my money. What are they good for? It wasn't until later, after I have become a homeowner that I know what difference they can make. They are especially useful when I had to deal with many renovations before I can occupy my home. Are you looking for San San Francisco general contractors? Roger's Construction Company is a good way to find reputable ones. I had this dangerous railing in the second floor. I was afraid that my babies would accidentally fall from it. I had an issue with my oven. It was out-dated, I was afraid so use it. It needed changing. Then there's the question of the stove-top. I wanted a new one. With all those repairs I had to deal with, a general contractor would have taken care of them for me. They would deal with the different workmen specializing in different tasks. I just never thought that buying a ‘new’ house mean that I had to deal with all these things. I bet a general contractor would have dealt with transporting sidings from the store to home. In fact, next time I have more than one home improvement projects, I will hire a general contractor. It would be less stressful, and ultimately cheaper.

Ruby Red

2009-04-12T21:04:00.000-07:00

Does this look scary? Yes. But it's also all about fun.
I guess all fun things have elements of danger with them. It won't be fun otherwise, woudn't it?

It's In Your Smile

2009-04-12T21:02:00.000-07:00

Does the thought of going to a dentist drag you down? Was your last visit so painful, you just want to put it off? Don't do it. Delaying dental visit might just cause bigger problems later. If you're looking for another Sacramento Dentist, then check out Arden Dental Care. They have extensive services like teeth whitening, bonding, porcelain crowns and many more. They also offer all sort of financial payment options. There's even a no-interested payment plan up to 18 months throught another credit agency. If you wanted an experienced dentist, then Dr. Michael Boyce's 21 years in the business will set your mind at ease.

Mellow Yellow

2009-04-12T19:58:00.000-07:00

This was the cakes for my birthday. It was fortunate that I didn't eat all of it. That would have been gluttony. Now I wish I still have those cakes!

Triangle

2009-04-11T00:36:00.000-07:00

It's tough to find triangles just when I need it. Here's one. I like tea, so it's a bonus. I could float myself in tea today. I have this huge headache, not even my trusty motrin can cure.

Austin Home Inspector

2009-04-06T19:48:00.000-07:00

What is a home inspector? Well, I had no idea what they were, and their importance until I owned a home with termite damaged and some structural problems. Getting a good one is a must. You see, when you see a pretty house and want to buy it, what you see might not be exactly what you get. Austin home inspection is a group of inspector with the best reputation possible. Trust me; you'd want the best to inspect your potential dream home. The last thing you want when you just moved into your new home is dealing with repairmen and more bills to pay. Sure, the bank needs a home inspection to approve the loan, but it's also for your protection that you get a reputable one. It is very easy to get a bad one who does not care for your best interest. It's always good to be well-informed about one of life's significant investment. With inspector from this group, you are assured that your building inspector is not only up-to-date on codes, but also owns a variety of gadgets to ensure that you are getting your money's worth. Their reports come in binders with text in pictures information and all other extra information you need.

Say Good-bye

2009-04-06T19:41:00.000-07:00

I heard a rumor. Six Flags Over Texas is going to take down The Texas Giant. It's an old wooden roller coaster. When I rode it, I was convince it's going to make a mush out of my brains. It didn't, but you couldn't have convinced me otherwise. It was very intense. I got a headache and neckache afterwards. But, hey it was fun. And it was breath-taking!

I Welcome Summer

2009-04-06T19:30:00.000-07:00

I love spring with all its beautiful flowers. However, I'm really looking forward to summer, too. In fact, I can't wait for it. It's always fun to watch the kids playing in the yard, but with this hot southern sun, exterior shutters is a much welcome addition. I can still let the lights in, but I can also watch my kids playing and having fun. It's a perfect solution. I don't mind the added side effect of enhancing my property value too.

I Want More of These Too

2009-04-06T19:26:00.000-07:00

Click on picture to enlarge.

I noticed these growing in my yard. It is so beautiful, I can't resist taking many pictures of it. I do not know its name, but I want more of these. It's very attractive flowers. Does it come from packet of seeds at the store? If you happen to know, I'd love to know the name of this plant.

Parent Connection

2009-04-06T19:01:00.000-07:00

I was very concerned about my health during my first pregnancy. It was frustrating when I cannot always find the answer when I needed it. It seems like it was always around midnight when these doubts plague me. I guess they do not call it witching hour for nothing. I was careful about exercise, diet and sleep. I am constantly pouring over books on discipline. It still wasn't enough. It is different when you can access the internet and find another person who might be willing to talk about similar issues of pregnancy and parenthood. Issues like what is the best way to deal with children when they don't want to behave? Twelve years ago, Internet was not so ubiquitous like it is today. I cannot go online and find another soul to discuss things what to name my babies. I bought about a dozen name books. I just wanted the perfect name for this child. I even convinced my husband to let our baby changed his or her name later on if he or she did not like it. It would certainly have eased my worries and concerns if there was a place I could go and discuss these things. ParentsConnect is a good place to find out about these questions. Now that my kids are growing up, it's still a perfect place to hang out to find out about recipes and discuss parenting tip. Parenthood is a job that is constantly changing. Each child is different, and it never hurts to read more information about parenting.

Look At That

2009-04-06T18:58:00.000-07:00

My Rose is about to bloom. I am still optimistic that some day this will be big and flowerful bush of a rose.

They Say It's Weed

2009-04-02T08:31:00.000-07:00

Click on the picture to enlarge.

But isn't weed defined as something unwanted? Well, I want these. I don't want to mow this. Look at the tiny beautiful flowers. Of course, you have to put your face right next to the ground to appreciate it, but that's the beauty of it. It's subtle. It's growing valiantly. I want it. It's not weed to me.

Lap Band

2009-04-01T19:37:00.002-07:00

I can try jogging and I get results. But then the sheen splints are really painful, and I like my ice cream, so I gain it back. It's very frustrating cycle of weight coasting up and down. I supposed I can get advice at 1-800-GET-SLIM. But it seems like the mecca of weight loss leads into one road. It's probably because people gain weight because of over-eating. Sure there are some insignificant cases of glands going haywire, thus the obesity, but most of the problem lies with over-eater. Lap Band is a non-invasive procedure that will insure one feel full immediately, thus halting the overeating problem. There are many lap band testimonials to assure anyone considering this procedures that it works, and will work once you have it done. I am impressed with the video showing lap band before and after, I can't help noticing how effective this procedure must be. I'll probably need some financing because the expense might be more than I budgeted for weight loss right now. It is all worth it, though.

Grey's Anatomy

2009-04-01T19:22:00.000-07:00

I like the character of Owen Hunt on Grey's Anatomy. I don't know if you'd seen the latest installment, but it looks like Christina wants to break up with Owen. Sandra Oh has a great chemistry with Kevin McKidd. They're hot and sexy together. I can't wait to see what is going to come up next.

Collision Experts

2009-04-01T19:15:00.000-07:00

I was shopping for hedges at Home Depot two years ago when I was broadsided by an incoming idiot on a cell phone. She was going 40 miles per hour on a 20 miles per hour zone. Her insurance was expired, and my insurance end up paying her 20 grand for broken finger and car. My headlights fell off, and my front and side were gone. I wish I had known about auto repair shops online, then I wouldn't have been tempted to see my van for scraps for 300 dollars. It would be nice to go to a certified shop that won't fix my savings along with my smashed vehicle.

Three on Thursday: Is it Poison Ivy?

2009-04-01T18:08:00.000-07:00

I have three pictures for you. I wonder if you can tell me if they are poison Ivy. I found them growing in the shady area of my yard. There are some dead vines there as well. I'm starting to pull them out, just in case. Will you let me know if you can tell that they're the kind that gives rashes. My kids plays on this yard, and I just want to make sure they're not going to harm themselves hanging out there.

The Confident You

2009-04-01T18:00:00.000-07:00

I heard this ad on the radio. It says to keep telling your friends about the great deals on make-up and beauty improvements. Sure, your friends might say they are perfectfly happy with the way they are, but this commercial convinced me that no woman is ever satisfied with their looks. There is always room for improvement. For one of my friends, it's her wish to make her chest size manageable enough to jog. Breast Reduction Surgery is just the solution she is looking for. Would she travel long distance to have it done? Yes! I think she prefers it so that no one can talk her out of it. I'd probably convince her to pick the right clinic for safety. While it's not that dangerous a surgery, still it's surgery and caution must be taken. At MYA (Make Yourself Amazing), they offer free consultation with all sorts of experts. They also have comprehensive post op care. If my friend can't quite swing the expenses, they also offer 0 per cent financing. I think this place might just be the place that stands above the rest.

I Am on a Mission

2009-03-27T17:56:00.000-07:00

I've been trolling the net for what seems like ages now. I want a new bed. It has to be the right bed. I haven't really bought a bed in the last 17 years of my marriage. I mean we're gift with a few, but those weren't what I would choose for me. I find a few designs that spoke to me. Unfortunately, my wallet is not communicating back. Still, I look and look and look. I might get lucky.

Sky Watch Friday

2009-03-12T17:52:00.000-07:00

I love sky watching. Even if I can't really play along with the picture meme, I still take them. It's so pleasant to catch a good one. Have you tried playing with sky watch meme?

Three on Thursday 3

2009-02-19T09:29:00.001-08:00

These are my three sexy men this week. It's Daniel Craig, Josh Holloway and Tom Cruise in a pretty incriminating cloth.
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What's yours?

Dollhouses

2009-02-12T15:23:00.000-08:00

Have you ever thought of building a dollhouse? It's a great way to bond with your loved one over something creative. My grandpa and I used to fix up my mother's dollhouse when I was little. It was so much fun. I learned very useful terms like beams and joust and door frames. If you're a little idea-challenged like I am, there's a kit for sale for dollhouse miniature projects. I like this one below but it's on the high-end. This sort of looks like my house, except mine is a lot older and a little less sidings. Dollhouses is not just for children, but for adults also. I would definitely take this hubby up for myself. Check it out, I never knew there's so much I can do with dollhouses. It's awesome!

Taken with Liam Neeson

2009-02-09T15:16:00.000-08:00

I saw this movie and I like it very much. This post might contain spoilers. It's a story about a girl from a very rich family, but that's beside the point. She went to Paris with a friend and got kidnapped. Fortunately for her, her Dad is a highly-trained killer. He went right on looking for her. It's a simple plot, but Liam Neeson is so hot going around killing people. Whew! So sexy! Have you seen it?

Three on Thursday Volume 1

2009-02-04T11:57:00.001-08:00

I finally made use of our eliptical trainer last night. I listened to three songs over and over, just so I can get through one hour of it. I prefer to run outside, but it was too late by the time I finally have some time. So, elliptical machine it is.

1. Aint Nothing But Mammals by Bloodhound Gang
2. This is How a Heart Breaks by Rob Thomas
3. Kryptonite by 3 Doors Down

So, what's your Three of Thursday?

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My Most Romantic Valentine

2009-02-04T11:38:00.000-08:00

I have so many; it's hard to choose just one. Seriously, I've been taking and ruminating about this 'most romantic Valentine' idea. It's tough. There was a year when I woke up to slightly burnt toast, drunk from a smudge glass of orange juice and some lovely flowers. There was another time when I opened a beautiful heart-shaped chocolate, with a bite from the corner. It's the size of a small baby's teeth. I absolutely love it! There's another time when I get to dress up and eat out and go the movies with my husband. I realized after recalling all these lovely memories that valentines day ideas does not have to be expensive to me romantic and memorable! I must mention my sort-of-romantic and funny valentine. I was in high school. Most of the greeting cards are in English. It's a tradition that a boy will give a girl a card or flower for valentines. I guess I had a secret admirer, but he's not so vigilant. I must give him an A+ for the beautiful card he gave me. It was red, musical, with a picture of a gorgeous bouquet of roses in front and it played Debussy's 'Claire De Lune'. Then I looked at the card closely and closer still. Would you believe it? The card said, With Love to my Grandmother."

This year, for Valentines, I'd like to try something new. I'll make Chocolate Espresso Mousse. After all, valentines is not just for my husband and I, it's for our kids too.

That's The Way It Is

2009-01-27T11:22:00.000-08:00

I was just thinking about my father today. He did a lot of wonderful things for us. He'd sacrifice many things so we can have a nice luxurious life. It's sad that we don't have much contact these days. It's probably because there's that biggest ocean between us. Figuratively and literally. I'd like nothing more than to hurdle it and go back to where we were, but the business of living gets in the way. The truth is, there isn't much time. My time is always sucked into million different direction. I've taken the first step, but the truth it, if it requires a whole lot of time than what I have, then our relationship will probably stay the way it is. Nuetral, not so close, and still we both know that we love each other very much and will probably drop everything to be with each other if the need arise.

Sky Watch Friday

2009-01-15T20:58:00.000-08:00

This is my sky watch this week. This picture was taken a while back, but I like the memories that came with it. Actually, that was my first thought, and then I looked again and I realized, I have no idea which memories came with it. I know it's something pleasant, but I can't remember exactly what. Isn't it strange when you feel like there should be something pleasant and happy associated with something, and then when it comes right down to it, it isn't there. Funny!

Lift it Up, Lift it All Up

2009-01-14T20:50:00.000-08:00

Every now and again, when my nose gets unburied from the pages of my books, I noticed signs of aging. Gravity is not my friend. For example, when I was young and 18, having small breast just totally sucks when I lay on my back. Gravity pulls it all down until it's nearly invisible! I didn't mind. I was happy with my small breast because I almost always go without a bra. Then along came the children, and I'm not saying I regret anything at all, because I don't, and I noticed that my breasts, small as they are, starts to drift south. Sure, I can still go without my bra, but it's not as fun anymore. I'm finally starting to lose the weight I've gained after all my pregnancies, and while I might not seriously consider other procedures right now, breast uplift procedure is not in the same category as faking anything. It is like buying high heels because I want to be 3 inches taller, or that it makes my legs looks gorgeous. Besides, with names like 'uplift' it's bound to be a confidence boaster in the summer when I can wear my swimsuit and look great. Isn't that the ultimate goal with all the tucking and lifting and augmenting? I see no harm in making my breast full and perky again. In fact, I think it's a great birthday present to give oneself.

Self-Control

2009-01-10T08:33:00.000-08:00

Self-control is a myth in the face of such overwhelming chocolatey creation! I have made progress towards my goal of getting in shape. I'm size 8. Still, after this party, I went back to ten. I should have picked the banana, or the luscious grapes and strawberry...but unfortunately, I devoured these cakes instead. Still, it's worth the extra miles and the slight detour of the pants size is worth it. So, what gets your self-control?

A Long and Winding Road

2009-01-06T23:11:00.000-08:00

For sure, it doesn't wind, but it's a long road. Doesn't it bring to mind some music about road. There's always this song that plays in my head when someone mentions road alongside a picture like this. Sometimes, I want to leave at the end of this long and not so winding road. Maybe about 3 miles of it. That way, if I put my mailbox at the beginning of the drive, I get nice bods for checking my mail twice daily. How cool is that?

Catching Sleep

2009-01-06T23:01:00.000-08:00

I was bewildered why people would be catching sleep. In my case, it's more like evading sleep. I wanted to stay up at all hours. I like to read books or arrange my rooms late at night. So, catching sleep is the last thing I want to do. When I would get sleepy though, I would always fall into a nice deep sleep and wake up refreshed and ready to go again after 4 hours of sleep on average. I was an easy sleepy person, when I get around to it. That was a long, long time ago though. Now, in my older age, I find that I have a need for comfortable bed, in addition to nicely arranged room and sheets. Now, I need ambient and relaxing atmosphere to catch sleep. Now, I know what it means to catch sleep. I like to sleep with my books, so having ottoman beds would be ideal for me. I can store my books under my bed and keep my room clutter-free. I have been known to toss my husband off bed so I can straighten the bed sheets before I could sleep. When I was younger, I couldn't care less what the bed looks like. Now, I do. I like them in simple, sleek lines. I like efficient style, and I like them to compliment my decor. I'd also like to replace one couch in my living room with a storage bed like Manoa Wenge. It's elegant, sleek and simple lines will make it look good even in my living area. Yes, bed matters to me and finding places to get the right one always makes me happy.

Happy New Year

2009-01-02T22:58:00.000-08:00

I hope your new year is as fantastic as mine. Sure it was cold, but I look fab in my new jeans. It's three sizes smaller than the one from three months ago, so I am quite happy with it. Now, if I could stop buying Sunchips and chocolate cake, I would be happy. Actually, I bought a chocolate cake and it was horrible. I think I'm off chocolate cake for awhile. Those chocolates above? I have no idea how they taste. I saw them at 7-11 and I might buy them later.

Squeaky, a Photo Hunt

2008-12-27T09:19:00.000-08:00

This is Tony Hawk's Big Spin. I get all squeaky if someone tries to make me ride this. I just know it wouldn't be pretty. It's those twists and turns.

The Jacket: Adrien Brody

2008-12-26T21:52:00.000-08:00

I thought I'd never watch a movie like this. Then, I was on a mission to watch all of Daniel Craigs movie. He's on The Jacket, so I watched it. It opened rather grim and scary, and it didn't get much better throughout the movie. Daniel Craig probably have less than 20 minutes in the film. He also got black hair, just like in Infamous where he hanged. Still, it's Daniel Craig and I like him.

Anyways, I had fun watching Adrien Brody because he's a great actor. So, now, I'm going to watch all movies with Adrien Brody in it. Even King Kong again because I don't remember him in it the first time I watch this movie. Also, Adrien Brody is two months younger than I am!

Picture from justjared.com

Cheap Quality Glasses

2008-12-26T18:38:00.000-08:00

It's a universal truth that when your eyes go bad, you're going to spend money to correct that. I know I have spent almost a fortune on mine. I've considered other alternatives, but they're too risky for me. I find that glasses are what I want the most because they're safe. There is also the added benefit of changing my styles. I have noticed that I have been doing my shopping online many times. I have most of my cleaning products delivered to me via UPS. I am really excited that I can also buy my glasses online. If you're worried that the glasses won't fit, then don't let that stop you from buying your glasses at Optical4less.com. With their revolutionary Virtual try-on system, it's almost guaranteed that you're going to get just the right glasses at incredibly low prices! I checked it out myself, and I'm going to get an extra pair for me. If you're not from the US, don't worry. They have free worldwide shipping (if you order more than 1 pair)! I find that deal extraordinary. The best part of this is, I can buy glasses for my relatives in the Philippines and pay for it here. What could be more perfect than giving the gift of site?

Ruby Tuesday

2008-12-22T22:59:00.000-08:00

These are some of the post cards I received from post crossing. It's a lovely site to exchange snail mail. Especially now that snail mail is a dying form.

The first card is from China. Isn't it lovely?

The Most Annoying Toy in the World

2008-12-05T07:14:00.000-08:00

I saw this video while blog-hopping and it is really the most annoying toy in the world. It's a perfect gift for someone you dislike. Beware of yellow ducks..err chicken?

See more funny videos and funny pictures at CollegeHumor.

Gift Ideas for Christmas

2008-12-03T21:08:00.000-08:00

I don't know about you, but I find it very stressful thinking up gifts for people I know. Even if I were to have insane amount of money, which I don't, I'd still find it hard. I like books and I tend to end up giving books to people. But books will not work for my husband. I don't think he will read my very romantic fiction. With Nikon Hunting Christmas Promotion, I can make some special people very happy while getting a gift card for my trouble. I think this is such a brilliant idea. I would enjoy gift-giving more if I also receive something. I was just thinking how it gets old very fast to only give and give and never even getting thanks for it. I am sure it is perfectly alright for some people, but I prefer to get something out of buying any of Nikon ATB Binoculars.

Today's Flower

2008-11-29T20:58:00.000-08:00

I have to say that my today's flower is quite late. This was taken by my mother on her camera when she went to visit her cousin in Cleburne. My late uncle was alive and kicking then. He passed away a week before thanksgiving. These roses are his babies. He loves to plant vegetables and flowers. He's quite good at it too.

Thanksgiving

2008-11-22T17:54:00.000-08:00

My mother is phenomenal. She has lots of friends. I think I'm my mother's anti-thesis. Yes, I have people coming over and hang-out. But I find it very tough to go out of my house and hang out there. So, for thanksgiving, I'd like to thank people for hanging out with me.

My Roses

2008-11-16T18:42:00.000-08:00

I have a very tiring day. And I think, I might have gained an extra few pounds with a large fries from McDonalds. I didn't mean to eat it, but it's there, calling my name. I had to try one. And just like all other no good things, one is not enough. I gobbled the whole thing up. These french fries weren't even for me!

SKy Watch

2008-11-14T09:30:00.000-08:00

This is a very late sky watch picture. Taken along the highway while trying not to have an accident. This is my sky. It's getting so cold, I thought I'd see grey skies, but nope. It's as blue as ever. I'm listening to Tess D'Uberville by Thomas Hardy. I'm usually not into old, moldering book, but the reader is pleasant. The book opens with an old man named John meeting a vicar who always calls him Sir John. This old man was never a knight. This evening, he finally asked the vicar why the 'sir'.

Sky Watch

2008-11-07T02:58:00.000-08:00

I like clouds like this. My husband's handy cell phone took this picture.Click on the picture for larger image. These clouds reminds me of crows flying. Is that a murder of crows? Or is it a flock of crows? I'm not sure which is it.

Alligator Baby by Robert Munsch

2008-11-03T14:51:00.000-08:00

Alligator Baby
by Robert Munsch
Illustrated by Michael Martchenko
Paperback

We read this book with my first grader. It's a funny book about Kristen's mother having a baby. They were panicked and rush out. Instead of having a baby at the hospital, they had their baby at the zoo. This book tell the story of how hard it is to find just the right baby to come home with. My kids loves it.

We rate this: 4 stars/5

A Thousand Words

2008-11-02T21:00:00.000-08:00

This is my 1000wordsmeme contribution. Take a look at the picture. It's what prompt me to write these below. I would go all the way to 1000, but it's late and my floors need scrubbing.

Janice could not wait to get home. She’s wondering why the bus goes so slowly when she’s in a hurry. Would it kill her driver to go faster than a speed of slug? She has things to do, if her mother would let her. Janice is only 9. Her mother thinks it’s too young to play with knives.

Her classmates would probably think she’s weird if they knew how fascinated she is with knives. Nobody knows, though. She’s only fascinated with knife in her head. No. She’s only interested in knives when she sees a pumpkin.

Aha! There is it again. Every time she thinks ‘nobody knows’ that minstrel song takes over in her head and play. Sometimes it would come in the voice of a black man harvesting cotton, other times, played in the piano to the beat of her teacher counting the rhythm. That’s a whole lot of ‘nother story.

Where was she? Janice’s exasperated. She gets lost, even in thought while she’s thinking. She wonders if other people do it too.

She knows her mother flits, no buzz, from topic to topic. If her mother speaks 5 sentences together, it’s possible that all five sentences is going to be about five different topics. That’s not the worst of it though. She expects me to follow her line of thought.

Janice would just nod her head and pretend to understand because waiting while her mother explains things…

Imagine that your life is a grain of sand. Waiting for her mother to explain is like watching those sand drift away never to return again. It’s not a waste of time exactly. It’s more like a murder of time.

An ominous noise is coming out of the bus. Just one street over and the bus choose to quit! Now would be a good time to listen to her mother’s safety lecture. She slouch down on her seat and grab her book. It’s going to take some time.

What is Talent?

2008-10-31T21:21:00.000-07:00

I'm thinking that talent is turning a pile of crayons on paper to this.

I think that talent can also mean turning a pile of vegetables into this.

Whatever it is, talent seem to suggest that it's going to turn one thing into another. It could make a picture out of a pile of ink, or turn random noises into music. What does talent mean to you?

All-Terain Binocular Everywhere

2008-10-31T21:14:00.000-07:00

Have you ever thought of going to into the wilderness, rifle in hand and shooting some hapless animal? I have. I wanted to go hunting. It seems like a real feat of strength. I imagine I must own a high-powered gun, but I think the most important piece of equipment is binocular and running shoes. One is for finding my target and the other for when I fail and have to save my life. Actually, even if you're not thinking of going All-Terrain outdoors activity soon, it doesn't hurt to get a Free ATB Pro Gear. Right now until the end of the year, every qualified purchase gets 25 or 50 dollar gift card to NikonProGear.com. Actually, if you're not thinking of going anywhere near the outdoors, having a high-power binocular can still come in handy. You can use it to check if your cat is still in your backyard without having to step into your backyard.

Photo Hunt = Blue

2008-10-31T19:40:00.000-07:00

Nothing quite as blue as up there on Angel Island in San Francisco. It's a beautiful spot to bring your bike and bike around the island. You can even stop by and have a picnic anywhere. The air is cool enough for all your safety gear and still be comfortable.

Or as blue as the city skyline when you're standing on a hill. Actually, some parts of San Francisco felt like a mountain when you're walking it with a shoes higher than no-inch heels.

Nothing quite as blue as the sky on a clear day in San Francisco. Boy, that city is fun!

Stock Market Terms

2008-10-24T08:49:00.000-07:00

I think these applies, what with the market tanking left and right. I mean, it isn't even 10 years since the tech stock went down, bringing along with it my 50K profit in stock market buying. I realized that's peanuts, but that's like the sum total of my savings. Ugh.

CEO—Chief Embezzlement Officer.

CFO—Corporate Fraud Officer.

BULL MARKET—A random market movement causing an investor to mistake himself for a financial genius.

BEAR MARKET—A 6 to 18 month period when the kids get no allowance, the wife gets no jewelry, and the husband gets no sex.

VALUE INVESTING—The art of buying low and selling lower.

P/E RATIO—The percentage of investors wetting their pants as the market keeps crashing.

BROKER—What my broker has made me.

STANDARD & POOR—Your life in a nutshell.

STOCK ANALYST—Idiot who just downgraded your stock.

STOCK SPLIT—When your ex-wife and her lawyer split your assets equally between themselves.

FINANCIAL PLANNER—A guy whose phone has been disconnected.

MARKET CORRECTION—The day after you buy stocks.

CASH FLOW—The movement your money makes as it disappears down the toilet.

YAHOO—What you yell after selling it to some poor sucker for $240 per share.

WINDOWS—What you jump out of when you’re the sucker who bought Yahoo @ $240 per share.

INSTITUTIONAL INVESTOR—Past year investor who’s now locked up in a nuthouse.

PROFIT—An archaic word no longer in use.

Thursday Thirteen 13: Leonardo DiCaprio

2008-10-22T18:09:00.000-07:00

Thirteen movies with Leonardo DiCaprio that's really worth seeing. He's made more than 13, but these are the ones I have seen and liked. How many of this movie have you seen? I thought that The Departed and Body of Lies have the same feel. It's thrilling, intense action, and DiCaprio rocks!

1. Body of Lies (2008)
2. The Departed (2006)
3. The Aviator (2004)
4. Catch Me If You Can (2002)
5. The Man in the Iron Mask (1998/I)
6. Titanic (1997)
7. Romeo + Juliet (1996)
8. What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993)
9. This Boy's Life (1993)
10. Poison Ivy (1992)
11. Blood Diamond (2006)
12. Gangs of New York (2002)
13. The Beach (2000/I)

Sky Watch

2008-10-16T10:08:00.000-07:00

This is the sky from Las Vegas. I go this picture from his camera. I'd love to go walking here.

This my skyline on a bridge going to I75. I like the moon was so round and bright. I wish I had one of those powerful lenses that could take a closer look at that moon then.

And this, my husband took it for me.

Ruby Tuesday

2008-10-14T07:09:00.000-07:00

I like this couch, very much. I would buy them now, except that I still have a young one who pees where he stands, after he takes off his diaper. Yay! So, new couch will just have to wait. What would you do?

Fearless Fourteen by Janet Evanovich

2008-10-11T21:03:00.000-07:00

Fearless Fourteen: A Stephanie Plum Novel
by Janet Evanovich

Yeah! My local library just informed me that this newest Stephanie Plum is waiting for me. I like to listen to audio because there's just so many chores and it's hard to listen to books while sweeping the floors.

Janet Evanovich was in town, not ten miles away from me, signing Fearless Fourteen. I missed it because I didn't know she was in town, and I can't find a sitter for last minute gallivanting around town.

I was so bummed out, I couldn't bring myself to buy a copy. I waited just about forever for this book. I can't wait to listen to it and laugh my head off. Get real! This is Stephanie, she gets into trouble and I laugh my head off.

Sky Watch: Alcatraz

2008-10-09T12:05:00.000-07:00

We're on our way to Angel Island when we took this picture.

ABC Wednesday: L

2008-10-07T12:21:00.000-07:00

L is for Lombard Street in San Francisco. It's tauted as one of the crookedest street in the states. I think it was 8 switch backs. We climbed it up and down the other side. It's crowded. I almost feel sorry for the residents there. They can't ever just sit outside and take in the cool San Francisco air because there's tourist abound.

I can't wait for S. I have a perfect picture for it, with Tom's help.

The Purifiers with Kevin McKidd & Dominic Monaghan

2008-10-06T08:50:00.000-07:00

I saw this movie because I was trolling for a Kevin McKidd movie. I think he's got sex appeal by the boatload. I certainly noticed him in MADE OF HONOR, and recently on GREYS ANATOMY. I hope they make him regular. Hey, they could even make Callie go away, or what about that new cardiac surgeon instead?

Anyway, this was an okay movie with some cool martial arts scenes. I am going to watch TRAINSPOTTING next. Why? Kevin McKidd of course.

Weekend Snapshots

2008-10-05T21:47:00.000-07:00

Well, I think I gained a few pounds over the weekend by vegging out on junk food. Actually, I shouldn't call it vegging out. There wasn't any vegetables in all that I ate. Oh, boy. I have got to go running again. Actually, as heavy as I am, I can only go on a jog. Running is kinda out of my league right now.