Chilly Weather

Oh man, it has been unbelievably cold here in Florida. We are experiencing a cold front and our weather temperature dropped down anywhere from 20's to 50's. Florida which is known as the Sunshine State, that low of temperature is so unusual and very chilly. We are not comfortable about wearing coats and jackets since we are used to Bikini, tank tops, shorts and flip flops. What can we do when nature has to do it course? Just ride along with it!

Be warm and wear those socks folks

Top Killer in America

I was going to bed while my husband was watching Television the other night and I stop and watch it with him because it was all about the top killer in America. I was curios about the subject and wonder what is really the number 1 Killer here in America.

I only saw the 5-10 minutes of the show. The countdown was already at number 4 killer which was related to a spider bite which was a virus and the guy just ignored the symptoms which includes persistent headache and he was claimed dead on arrival at the hospital. The number 3 was ALCOHOL ABUSE which is I think very common to all of us. The number 2 was OBESITY and of course the number killer is SMOKING and I can't ask any questions but agree to it because every time I am out I have seen individual smoking. I personally know someone that I wish just quit smoking for the sake of her health but it's easy to wish than see her quit.

I even research about the show and I think it was excerpt from Dr. G's New Book, How Not to Die. I wanted to include these 10 lessons that might be helpful all the readers.

1. Know your numbers.
   You'll live a longer and healthier life when your body mass index (BMI) is under 25. It may be possible to have a full life span with a somewhat higher BMI (25-29) if you stay in good shape, but in no event should you tolerate a BMI over 29. Aiming for 24 should be your goal. The adverse health effects of obesity are multiple and avoidable.
2. Listen to your body.
   If something doesn't feel right or you have an unusual pain that causes concern, pay attention to it. See your doctor and find an answer. Be proactive about your health and seek help early. Get regular physicals and have appropriate screening tests.
3. Use as directed.
   So many things in life come with instructions-and for good reason. Instructions tell us how to do things right so we won't get hurt or injure others. To increase your odds of living a long and fulfilling life: Take your medicine as directed, follow your doctor's orders, and obey posted and written rules.
4. Practice good hygiene.
   This advice isn't just your mother nagging you, either. Studies show that the more often you wash your hands, the less likely you are to get sick. Keeping your hands clean is one of the best ways to avoid illness. Along those same lines, use condoms when needed, since HIV is largely transmitted through sexual contact. Nearly 60 percent of AIDS cases diagnosed since 1981 could have been prevented by using condoms.
5. Drive carefully.
   The tendency to take chances on the highway that can land you in traffic court can just as easily land you in the morgue. Wear a seat belt when driving and a helmet when bike riding. Don't drink or do drugs and drive. Observe all rules of the road.
6. Just say no.
   Smoking is one of the best ways to ensure you'll wind up in the morgue. Get help to quit, if necessary. A little bit of alcohol may be healthy, but more than moderate amounts are not. Don't mess with recreational and illicit drugs, and don't abuse prescription drugs. The less you put of these things in your body, the greater your chances of being around for a long time to come.
7. Watch your step.
   Think about the consequences of your actions. Sure, I see some unavoidable accidents in the morgue, but a large percentage could have been prevented, and that includes most car accidents. I have the choice of only five manners of death on the death certificate: homicide, suicide, natural, accident, and undetermined. If I could add another, it would be "stupidity." It's difficult to say a cause of death is an accident when the decedent's death was clearly avoidable if he or she had applied a little thinking to the situation.
8. Have a good time.
   What's important isn't whether you got all of the food stains off your blouse or shirt. It's whether you had a good time at the picnic, the candlelit dinner, or the ice cream store with your kids. If you enjoyed yourself, then the experience was well worth it, whether your clothes looked good afterward or not. As you go through life, have fun and get a daily dose of vitamin H. Humor — through laughter and smiling — eases the burdens of life.
9. Don't go it alone.
   Relationships are important to me. Life revolves around them, and it shows in our health. People who maintain close relationships live longer and more healthily. Tap into the healing network of family and friends, neighbors and colleagues, so that when stressful, difficult times come, you'll have supportive people all around. It may sound corny, but caring for others helps us care for ourselves and brings added meaning to our lives.
10. Remember what matters.
    There's one thing that I'd like my kids to remember about me: I cared. I cared about my family, and I always put them first. We all need to clarify what's truly important and set priorities that make sense for us. When all is said and done, it's not how many years you live, it's what you do with those years.

#1 relationship mistake

I was browsing online and saw this interesting article in the front page of the website. It is about how women handle their relationships. As a woman and being in a relationship it definitely catches my eye and read it. I learned that two individuals are rushing everything especially the girl which she found out that their relationship will not survive in the long run. So now she wanted to break up the relationship and the guy took it the hard way. It made her think that she just wasted all her time and if she just didn't rush things before she could have save both their time.

Some experts say that jumping into bed too soon is the #1 relationship mistake women make now. Not to get all prudish, but it might be a good idea to wait a little—for better sex and stronger love.

So ladies, you might want to think things over and might want to get to know the guy first before going to bed with him!

Lazy day....

I am feeling extremely lazy today. I am supposed to put some more ebay auctions instead all I did was sleep all day in my office. Of course Ray can't fire me, he'll lose a good ebay peron(just kidding). I have been working a lot in the past days and today I just don't feel good because my slight headache which I rarely get and getting it is not a good experience. We'll see tomorrow if I get my energy back so I can finish all the stuff that needs to be done.

Have a good weekend everyone!!

Congratulations to Manny Pacquiao

Once again Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao prove it to the world his speed and beat Oscar de la Hoya last Saturday at the MGM Hotel in Las Vegas Nevada.

We are so proud of you kababayan!!! Keep on Rockin'

Cold Fronts

Florida, the sunshine state! When you think of Florida you think of sun, beaches, warm weather bikini, etc. Now that the winter is here and cold fronts are part of our weather, it made me appreciate our great weather especially during the cold months. I have experience horrible winter during our visit in New York and the northeast last New Year and I just can't deal with the biting cold whenever you are outside.
We have cold snaps here and there just like right now but our weather throughout the cold months is just perfect. Not too cold not too hot.

Gobble..Gobble...Gobble

Man, a year comes so quick that it's gobble gobble gobble time again. Iam still trying to get rid of the weight I gained last year's holidays and now it's coming like a lightning again. I figure it might be good to share these ideas I saw online about the food for the Turkey day.

20 Tasty and Festive Food Ideas for Thanksgiving

1. Carrot, Squash, and Jerusalem-Artichoke Soup with White Beans
2. Pumpkin Soup with Sage and Ham
3. Turkey and Sweet-Potato Soup
4. Roasted Butternut Squash and Lentil Salad
5. Classic Roasted Turkey
   
6. Lemon-and-Pickled-Pepper Glazed Ham
7. Roast Turkey Breast and Potatoes with Lemon-Soy Jus
8. Spicy Pineapple Glazed Ham
9. Teriyaki-Glazed Turkey with Shallot Gravy
10. Turkey Breast with Mustard Sage Crumbs
11. Baby Peas with Bacon and Crispy Leeks
12. Broccoli with Herbed Hollandaise Sauce and Toasted Bread Crumbs
13. Maple Whipped Sweet Potatoes
14. Minty Peas and Carrots
15. Prosciutto-Bread Stuffing with Sausage
16. Roasted Butternut Squash with Cilantro Cream
17. Baked Peaches with Almond Paste
18. Citrus Gratin with Toasted Almonds
19. Cranberry Apple Raisin Crisp
20. Perfect Apple Pie

Hope that will give you a whole lot of ideas to make you and your family happy and of course full.

Moving on up

We are moving on to the next level. We are now adding a a family member and it has been exciting even though we have no clue to what we are going to have. As far as calculations, I am running on 10 weeks and I am so lucky that I haven't have any morning sickness, haven't have any massive changes yet. My family is so excited since this is both my husband and I's first baby.

I have been reading a lot of baby information online and I just feel so emotional sometimes thinking that I am having a life inside me growing rapidly everyday. It is just an honor and a very good feeling that I am able to bear a child inside me. Thank God of giving me the opportunity to experience this very meaningful and great experience of being woman.

Story to be updated...

Presidential Debate

Is the presidential debate on Friday will be a go or no? Senator McCain is asking for postponement of the debate because he thinks it is more important to do some moves for the betterment of our economy than having a debate but Senator Obama wants the whole debate process to continue. If you were to ask people of America, do we need to witness the debate on Friday or we can postpone it for now? For me, if McCain can do a difference in our economic situation especially with wall street scandal, of course I'd rather not see the debate and I want to see solution of our economy. So we'll see what's really the final decision, of course I want to see the debate too if it can't delay any solution that we desperately need right now.

Rays remains the No. 1

Baseball is played by series. Tuesday was the second game for the Tampa Bay Rays versus the Boston Red Sox. This game is an important one because this will determine who will be on the top of the division. This time the rays is playing a lot better than the game before. They are working hard on their defense which they are good at. The Boston Red Sox only scored 1 and they were tied until the Ray score a run at the 9th inning which is the sign of victory. The Rays gained back their number 1 title for the division. Tonight will be very interesting! So tune in...