When my parents were both alive, they went into a real struggle within their married life. My father found someone else while working in an appliance store. It was sad and painful for her. I'm affected by it.

My brother was starting in college. He took Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation in a private school. With all the stress surrounding her, my mom couldn't think straight for a moment. She was thinking of my brother's tuition fee and other expenses. And God is good. God gave her the wisdom to think or solved her financial situation. This is what she did!

Selling Blankets Made from Flour Bags
My mom went from one bakery store to another to buy unused flour bag. One bag costs is only $0.22 or one peso. To clean it, she shake off the remaining flour, soak it in the water for a while before washing. To remove the prints from the flour bag is risky. She uses gas, a liquid form bought from gasoline station. It is usually used for lighting a lamp. When the flour sack is clean, she starts to sew two flour sacks. Two flour sacks is equal to one blanket. A blanket made of flour bag is $2 or P100.

Help from Relatives
In my eyes, I am so astounded from the relatives on my mother and father's side. They help her in my brother's tuition fee and fare in going to school. My heart was full. I am overwhelmed to see them do it. Thanks to them. For my part, I did send her money for little brother's school.

Playing Bingo
Bingo is a fun activity for low-income Filipinos. You pay for a few cents, if you win, you'll get $20 or one thousand pesos depending on the amount you played. My mom tried her luck with playing bingo games. Since, I live far from her, a niece told me how lucky she is. She won not only a thousand but thousands. She used the money as a fund for my little brother's tuition fees and other expenses. She sent a tithe to a church for thanksgiving mass. I am thankful that my mom knows how to play and used it.

This is how my mom sent my little brother to school. It's nothing to be ashamed of because it's an approach to do good for the family.

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Who does not want these prize packages as giveaway for your little girls? I bet if they see these, they don't like it but love it! Join us and enjoy this moment. Who knows? You are the winner! You will get the prized package for your girls. So, join us now and submit your entries.


Are you looking for some glamorous stocking stuffer gift ideas for your little diva? We've rounded up some beauty products that will bring her hours of fun long after the holidays have ended. These unique beauty gifts are sized perfectly to fit into a stocking and will bring a smile to her adorable face. For another unique idea take a look at Tiffany's Mother and Daughter Pampering day over at The Mommy Island!


First up in our stocking stuffer roundup is the Pink Fizz Girls All-In-One Mega Glam Beauty Binder- Kids Pretend Makeup. This fun set is non-toxic and washable so your star in training can play all day without any worries!


Next up is the Totally Friends Cute Monkey Shaped Kids Makeup Vanity. This compact monkey-shaped case will make her squeal with delight when she opens her stocking. Including eyeshadows, lipgloss and more she can take this compact vanity anywhere for some glamour fun on the go!

Last in our beauty trio is the My Beauty Spot 7 Piece Flavored Lip Gloss Gift Set. Featuring seven delightful lip glosses so she'll have one for each day of the week. Sweet flavors included are, Jelly Berry, Candy Blast, Icy Mint Kiss, Blueberry Pop, Vanilla Sugar, Cherry Bomb, and Raspberry Fizz!

Three lucky entrants selected by the entry form will receive the Stocking Stuffer Beauty Prize Package! (ARV $35) This package features the 3 beauty products mentioned in this post. (subject to availability) Open to entrants in the US, 18 years and older. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment. Sponsor is responsible for prize fulfillment. This event is open for entry from 11/15-11/30/17 at 11:59 pm EST.

Everyone needs a money manager to manage their monthly expenses and income. It is very important to keep a track of your personal finance. Well, if you’re in need of a helping hand, then Spent Money is your best option. It is your ultimate expense manager, money tracker and receipt scanner that will help you manage all your fiscal needs. It permits entrepreneurs and freelancers to easily handle their day to day transactions and finances while getting cash back to increase a few bucks in their wallet.

Vietnamese iced coffee is delicious paired with Banana Tree's Vietnamese food. Get one at your favourite Vietnamese restaurant in Soho or find the recipe here.

The ritual of coffee is a beautiful, magical thing. From the gentle sound of the water boiling to the rich, fruity, chocolatey aroma that wafts from the steeped grounds, coffee brewing is a deeply sensory experience that drives true espresso enthusiasts to obsession. Still, the flavor of coffee isn’t for everyone – naysayers often suggests that it’s too bitter or acidic for their liking (crazy, we know).

Fortunately, the Vietnamese have invented a coffee drink that will satisfy the tastes of both coffee fanatics and cynics alike. Ca phe sua da, literally ‘coffee, milk, ice,’ is easy to prepare and even easier to drink. It’s made by combining a rich dark roast coffee with sweetened condensed milk over ice, resulting in a beverage that tastes more like a milkshake than your typical morning brew.

Coffee skeptics needn’t be concerned about bitterness or acidity when it comes to ca phe sua da: the coffee lends just enough of its flavor to give the drink complexity, but the sweetened condensed milk adds a creamy hit of sugar that really steals the show. Plus, serving it over ice further mutes any harsh notes from the coffee – it’s science!

But just because ca phesua da is ridiculously drinkable doesn’t mean that coffee snobs can’t enjoy it, too – the beans used to make a traditional Vietnamese iced coffee are undeniably strong and aromatic, and the sight of sweetened condensed milk gracefully swirling through a glass of thick black coffee is enough to bring a tear to any barista’s eye.

Ca phe sua dua is excellent any time of day. Its buzzy sweetness makes for a great afternoon pick-me-up; true coffee lovers have been known to sip it for dessert in place of a decadent pudding. However, our favorite way to enjoy this special drink is alongside an array of authentic Vietnamese dishes like the ones at Banana Tree. There’s nothing like slurping a steaming bowl of pho and cooling down your mouth with a Vietnamese iced coffee between bites.

While you aren’t likely to find this drink in your neighborhood coffee shop, it’s worth a trip to your favorite Vietnamese restaurant in Chelmsford to order one. If you’re really feeling adventurous, you could even roll up your sleeves and try your hand at making ca phesua da for yourself.


The classic preparation for ca phesua da calls for the phin filter, a Vietnamese drip coffee maker similar to a tiny French press. You can use whatever coffee maker you have on hand a pinch, but for the full experience, look for a phin filter. We also recommend choosing a Vietnamese or French dark roast. You want a coffee strong enough to sing through the sweetness!

Once you try ca phe sua da, it’s likely to become the only thing that’s able to get you out of bed in the morning – though you may just find yourself craving some pho for breakfast, too.



150ml strong brewed coffee, preferably a Vietnamese dark roast
3 tbsp. sweetened condensed milk (or to taste)
Ice

In a glass, stir together the brewed coffee and the sweetened condensed milk. Pour into another glass filled with ice, serve and enjoy.

Happy Holidays! What are your plans with your family? Is it going to movie or watch a theater plays? Why not bring your family to a magical stage production? I'm sure it'll make your family happy and excited especially the kids.

Make Christmas magical this year with Cirque Dreams Holidaze! Holidaze is a multi-million-dollar live stage production with never before seen performances, over 300 costumes, 20 of the world’s best acts, the finest singers, original music and seasonal favorites. See snowmen, penguins, reindeer, gingerbread men, Santa and more!



See Cirque Dreams Holidaze from Friday, December 1st through Sunday, December 3rd. Tickets range from $29-$69 and can be purchased from Olympia Entertainment, The Fox Theatre box office and TicketMaster.

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I know it's late for the Halloween. But, I'd like to share these short stories that happened in my life almost 40 years ago. These happened in different stages of my life. This is my real, my Halloween tell-tale short stories. It's up to you if you believe it or not.

When it comes to a woman, how do you define it? I think everyone has a number of responses in defining a woman. But, how about defining a Michaela Woman who has a standard and value of its own in terms of fashion and integrity.

While looking into the mirror, have you seen the baldness in your scalp? Are you confused and desperate on what to do? It's natural to feel the need to do something about it. All you have to do is tell your friend or go to a doctor. Due to low finances, some people buy an over-the-counter chemical-based hair loss products. Here are the reasons why they tend to buy these products on impulse.

• They claim to be effective.
• They say the healing effects are felt quickly.
• They are widely available.
• They appear to be cheaper.
• They claim to be safe.

Sounds tempting, though, be wary enough that once you delve into the nitty-gritty of these products available to allegedly promote hair growth, you’ll see why they may not exactly be a perfect fit. These are some of the negative possibilities when you use chemical treatments:

• Serious side effects like tightness in the chest, difficulty in breathing, rapid heartbeat (tachycardia), and swelling of the hands and feet. These are actually some of the possible side effects of the hair loss drug Minoxidil, which is said to cease hair loss and promote hair growth. 

• Most chemical products say they can “treat” alopecia, but reading the fine print will lead you to discover that it actually just slows the progress of hair loss. Little is said as well about these chemical treatments actually promoting hair growth.

• These products or “treatments” usually contain a variety of chemicals that may or may not cause allergic reactions. It pays to check the labels. Some chemical-based products may actually be presenting the side effects as the main effects. Let the internet help you on your personal research.

There may be safer and effective alternatives out there, but NOVUHAIR is a stand out among the rest. It has 19 natural ingredients—standardized herbal extracts, essential oils and co-factor nutrients that work in synergy and have been clinically proven to help stop the progression of hair loss, aid in stimulating hair growth, and reduce excessive hair shedding.

NOVUHAIR is available in the Philippines at Mercury Drug and other leading drugstores nationwide, Seafood City supermarkets and other Filipino/Asian stores in the USA and online at www.novuhair.us and at BeeOrganic in Kuwait. International online orders are also possible through regaloservice.com. For more information, you may visit www.novuhair.com or contact hotlines 4136570 and 09228830575.

Don’t make yourself fall as the next victim of the trap. Be smart, choose natural.

There are three great things you can do with your family: have an adventure, experience new cultures, and make memories. One of the best ways you can do this is by traveling. Getting out of your usual environment awakens curiosity in you, your spouse, and your children. Being in a new place helps you open up to new experiences that you would not otherwise consider. What are some places you can visit that would allow you to experience a new culture and make lasting memories with your loved ones?

Go on safari in South Africa

Visiting a wildlife reserve as part of a trip to Africa is an excellent way to experience a culture that is not your own. Not only are you getting out of your comfort zone, but you are getting out of the comfort zone of most people – and hanging with an entirely different life form. Taking some time to explore Kruger Park in South Africa or the reserves of KwaZulu-Natal province can provide great, memory-building experiences for an animal-loving family.

Hike the Viking Trail in Newfoundland

Take an entire week to hike the nearly 400-mile long Viking Trail in Newfoundland. Starting in Deer Lake and ending at St. Anthony’s near the tip of the Great Northern Peninsula, you'll march along rocky coastline through many picturesque, but sparsely-populated fishing villages. If you have the time, a side trip to the UNESCO site at L’Anse aux Meadows or Labrador would be a great addition to the trip. Staying at the Courtyard by Marriott in St. John's is also a great choice for a base camp.

Camp out in the American West

The southwestern United States is full of beautiful sand-and-stone vistas perfect for family camping and hiking trips. Some of the places you can visit together are Monument Valley, Yellowstone National Park, Bryce Canyon, the Grand Canyon, and the Valley of Fire. While most opportunities involve lots of hiking, water sports, horseback riding, and Native American attractions also abound. On top of that, if you want to take a break from the mountains and deserts, there's always Las Vegas with every conceivable entertainment choice available.

Experience the sports, nature, and culture of Argentina

You'll have to spend more than a few days in Argentina to get a full taste of what the South American country has to offer – starting with the vibrant and cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, where, according to Mike Unwin, “you can stroll the historic Plaza Mayo, tour Bombanero Stadium or saddle up on an out-of-town estancia for a polo lesson in the noble sport of polo.” If you prefer nature to a metropolis, you can take a hike down a jungle trail, go kayaking around the shoreline of Patagonia, take in the ice panorama of Los Glaciares National Park, or sail through the Iberian wetlands, home to caiman and capybara. There no end of things to do, places to go, or sights to see in Argentina, and you are guaranteed to make some great memories with your family.

Regardless of the trip you and your family take, the most important thing to remember is that you stick together, have fun together, and help each other enjoy our adventure. Because, in the end, it's not the place you go, but the people you go with that makes it worthwhile.

October is my birthday month. I am a certified Libra! 

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When it comes to backpack for my child, quality comes first and durability. The straps should be wide and adjustable. I check every seam, compartments and pockets of a bag or backpack. You know how kids are. Plus Kikki by Deuter backpack comes in different designs that a kid loves. It is a raffle. Follow the directions and submit your entries.

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When driving for the first time, you feel nervous and excited. That is natural but don't make it drown you. Your life will be at stake if you always feel it. Just pray, rub your hands and say, "I can do it!". Remember you will be on your own, on the road.

A new online payment system rises from the Philippines E-commerce Industry with the name JazzyPay. If you're working abroad, you can use JazzyPay and send remittances to your family back home. To answer your questions like how does it work? Is it safe to use it? Is it applicable to the country where I worked? How much will JazzPay charge? Your questions will be answered below.

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There are websites online that are specifically devoted to helping people in the divorce situation

Divorce can be an extraordinarily difficult and stressful time in someone's life. People don't get married with thoughts of when and how their divorce will unfold, so even if someone has seen it coming for awhile, it's still very tough to deal with when that day finally arrives.

Many people will submit that the longer the couple was married, the harder the divorce will be on one if not both parties. There are more and deeper joint matters to consider in a divorce of longer duration. These can include a house, bank accounts, investments, and other material goods. It can be difficult if you both have the same friends ("who will they side with after the divorce?"), and if children are involved, the level of stress can be almost too much to handle at times. The list can, and does, go on and on. Even if there are fewer 'complications'- the marriage was very short; each person pretty much had their own "stuff" and will take it with them, and there are no children or pets involved, this is still a difficult time. Really, a life-changing time in that things can all turn 180 degrees, in a good or bad direction, very quickly once each person is again "free".

As with any situation in life that involves significant events in our lives, and divorce is certainly one of those, some people are able to cope with and get through the most difficult times much better than others. Many people have rock-solid support networks in place, people and activities in their lives they can go to to ease their way through the transitionary period following the divorce. But for some people, especially if this divorce came as a surprise, this transition back into being single can be really hard to deal with in a variety of different ways.

For people that are having a difficult time either moving towards a divorce, currently going through a divorce, or trying to get their bearings now that the divorce has gone through, there are resources online that can really help them out. There are websites online that are specifically devoted to helping people in the divorce situation, providing advice and counsel from professionals and from people who have been through "the mill" themselves.

A whole lot of questions can arise at this time. What with the ease of accessibility to any topic or subject on earth on the internet, it can be a tremendous and most valued resource to access to get answers to questions people may have. It is possible to do exhaustive research and go from site to site through a number of search engine visits to get a listing of sites that can be beneficial. But how much time and aggravation is spent first finding sites they like, then go to on a regular basis?

The ultimate situation for people looking for help and advice in a really wide variety of topics related to divorce is to find individual websites that serve as a "one-stop" place for help and guidance in all matters related to divorce. Such sites can be significant points of origin to learn about clinical social workers that can provide essential counseling and support in a personal, face-to-face counseling session.

One fine example of such professional counselors that can be found on one of these comprehensive websites is Edendales, an experienced clinical social worker who can be contacted on Divorce Angels. She relies on Supportive Talk Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, providing her services in a number of different environments, both in and outside the office.

Such websites really must be looked over in closer detail to see all the extraordinary points of information and interest they feature there for free. Leading sites provide such beneficial areas to click on that feature Professional Listings, Resource listings, Blogs, Forums, Posts, Divorce FAQ, and even Divorce Forms, Custody Tools, Processing Uncontested Divorces, Dating, and Savings and Classifieds listings.

This is a very stressful time for people, no matter how long or involved the marriage turned out to be. Why not go into this situation, or deal with the situation now, having the best information, resources, and means of support available? There are resources out there that can help considerably. Find one that feels comfortable to you, try it out, and see if it gives you a greater measure of comfort and confidence as you move onwards and upwards from here.