"Treasure Box?"

Actually, it's not a treasure box but a photo box that was a gift to us by our friend Barbara on our wedding. I haven't seen it for 2 years because it was hidden inside my closet. While I was rearranging my wardrobe, I saw it hidden underneath my clothes and so I took it out and placed it on our bedroom table. I didn't know I put some things in it and I was even surprise to see these things :))

Some bundles of pesos that I brought way back from the Philippines the year 2006. I counted it and reached to 11,000 PHP bucks!! See how heaven pours its blessings. I am aware this is not spendable in America, but I'm gonna be strolling at Mall of Asia, either later this year...LOL! Definitely, I'll be going back home again. Hhmmm, it's always good savoring Pinoy foods huh? :)..at least once a year is more than enough. I can't complain, hahaha...

Ciao!

In The World Of Steels

We are obviously living in the world of steels. Of course, it's because steels are now the major components of great buildings and bridges. Without them, we can imagine ourselves living back to the ancient world of the barbarians! lol! Each piece of steel that is attached to one tall building carries a vital function! Forget about them, and buildings will be collapsing everywhere. 

For instance, a steel clamp in your classroom or in your office carries a vital function. Laboratories, chemistry rooms, and other buildings you can ever imagine almost need this piece of steel. 

It's no doubt, we should appreciate their importance when it comes to the industrial world. No other construction materials would work without them.

Allergy-Proof Your Space!

Spring can be bad for many particularly if they are allergy sufferers. Almost 60 million Americans suffer from allergies during this season which is considered to be one of the toughest times of the year.
Exposure to allergens outdoors can be disappointing and annoying, but you can minimize having it (and even bringing them inside your home) by knowing some helpful tips.

If you love gardening, save your yard work later during the day, and avoid the times between 5AM-10AM, as pollen levels are at their peak during those times. Always keep your grass cut short, and consider wearing air-filtering mask, gloves and goggles while doing your outdoor works. Avoid planting high-pollen producing plants such as juniper, amaranthus and pionies, especially near your windows or doors.

Don't dry fresh laundries outside. Shake your clothes after being worn outside and take a shower as soon as possible after spending outdoors. Keep a brush and wet wipes handy for your pets as well to wipe off their paws and fur after playing outdoors.
Place mats on all of your doors to serve as catchall for allergens and landing pad for footwear which should be taken off as you come indoors.

Keep the right ventilation by keeping humidity levels below 50%, which can thwart the spread of mold and mildew.

Drain any areas of stagnant water in your yard and keep your soil moist, but not damp, to minimize airborne mold. Never open your windows after a heavy rain.

The Chemical M&A Advisory Experts

A chemical investment banking needs not only responsive teamworkers with a proven track record and wide range of experiences and knowledge, but also it needs industry experts as well. A company who has one should have the kind of expertise who possesses advanced M&A advisory skills to help the chemical industry business owners in selling or buying a company.

The Valence Group can be a strong potential when it comes to chemical mergers and acquisitions, the fact that they have a team that are highly specialized to know more about chemicals and fully understand your industry.

For instance, if you have plans to put your company for sale, you will be extended help from a focused team composed of highly qualified M&A advisory experts who can work with you side by side which in turn will help you maximize your company's value during your company's sale in the market.

Valence Group also shows a proven track record as a team for more than 10 years and have been considered to be experts in handling any financial and strategic issues in any transactions regardless of its complexity and size.

No matter your goal is whether selling or buying in chemical industry, you better be sure you get the deal done with your chosen M&A experts like Valence Group.

The Guide To Choosing Your Perfect Shapewear!

Many women who have trouble losing weight are getting one option to make them look thinner...buying a shapewear! ;) This can also help them make their clothes fit and hang better.

So, if you are on to choosing one, better know the tricks :)

First, try to pick ones that are slippery with shiny finish rather than choosing a matte one. This will make your clothes glide over it.

Don't be tempted to get a too tight undergarment because if it squeezes your flesh in one area, it would pop out in another...now, that's horrible looking! So, if you're between sizes, go up rather than down. Too small sizes make your shapewear ride up or bunch.

Know your purpose on why you're getting one. If you want to flatten your belly, choose a seamless underpants or high-waisted thong. Those camisoles with built-in bras will help take care your back bulges or a muffin top. This is also great choice if you are concern about a visible waistband.

If the problem is your thighs or your butt, get the shorts and make sure they don't have a big ridge of elastic at the thigh area.

A Mirror Can Be Inspiring!

There are a lot of things that might get into your mind upon reading the title of my post today...right? Perhaps, some of you would say it's true, but to some they find it disgusting.

But come to think about it...mirrors are everywhere and are mostly common in every household. For me, a mirror is one essential aspect inside the home. I have it in the bedroom, study area, kitchen, and even in the bathroom. Why? Because it inspires me when I see myself looking good and smiling, lol! Call me crazy, but it's true. I can see myself in it crying too, but it's still part of being inspired, you know!

I have a house in the Philippines and currently I am still trying to remodel my bathroom. And honestly, so to speak, the only thing lacking in there is a bath mirror. There should be no problem getting one, that I know ;). But I still need to figure out something on the wall to hang the mirror since I can't get a standing mirror due to space constraints. The old mirror I got broke because the hanging piece were not able to support it.

It would be the next project I would be doing this November. :)

I Need A Cabinet Organizer!

My big trip is coming this November, and there are already some lists that I made for goals I have to do. Most of them are plans to have more cabinet organizers since those are the ones I don't have yet inside my home. It's really much of a challenge if you have another house to think about particularly out of the country! It makes your mind pre occupied...so many things to do, yet little time. 

Anyway, I am thinking of getting dvd cabinets, since I have been sending more dvd movies and they keep piling up in some corners of the house because they don't have any spot for organizing. It's for sure a good thing to have, but I might as well get one that can be good as a space saver since space inside is limited as well. I hardly have enough furniture because of the petite space inside the house.

Oh well, it's kinda tough choosing one, but fun! :)

The Best Container Lunch Box That's Right For You

If you and your kids always bring a lunch box meal at work and in school, it might help to make the best choice on whose ones should have the right one, right?

For Plastic Containers: Tupperware; Rubbermaid; Ziploc, etc.
This is ideal for vegetables, fruits and grains. Good for any food that does not need to be frozen or reheated.
They can last 1-4 years or longer, and are kid-safe.

For Stainless Steel: Lunchbots; PlanetBox
Ideal for kids' foods, travel snacks, lunch and refrigerator storage. They are reheatable in a toaster oven and great for lunchtime leftovers. It will be good to buy containers with handles. Containers can be safely knocked around without releasing chemicals.
They can last 10 years or longer.

Definitely kid-safe containers, and you can even write your kid's name inside the lid in permanent marker.

For Glass: Pyrex
They are great for hot soups, leftovers-pretty much everything. They are good from oven to table to freezer to microwave to dishwasher.
Many come with handy secure plastic covers and they are much sturdier than you can imagine. ;)
Life span can be longer than yours! :)
Not ideal for kids since they are a little bit heavy.

Awards And Recognition Items

Giving an award or recognitions to much deserving employees will help boost one's morale and can help the individual become inspired towards achieving his goals. So just imagine how essential it is for a certain company to have one, don't you think? And speaking about awards and recognition products, you can actually find good deals of prices online. For instance if you want to find t ball trophies that are budget friendly and yet the products are with a guaranteed satisfaction seals, you better check them out. It's not yet too late to find the best deals!

Avoiding The Monstrous Plastic Piles at Home

Is your kitchen looking like more like a plastic warehouse full of piling plastic containers everywhere? Ahhh....I've been there! It came to a point where every cabinet I open is full of plastic containers that I never use. When a time came that I have to put some more important stuff in there, I couldn't find any place at all! Well, it pays to have a good reorganization (and disposing those that I don't need).

Those that I no longer used were put in a big recycling bin, for a good cause ;). Also, you might already want to toss those that are scratched, damaged or warped plastic which can leach chemicals to your food.

Food containers are for deep drawers to avoid chaos in the drawer. If you don't have drawer space, use shallow shelves.

Stack them by shape, one area for horizontal shapes with lids vertical beside them.

Store like materials together. All sandwich containers in one drawer (you can include lunchboxes with them provided space is enough), while Pyrex dishes can be stored with other casserole dishes. This is the best defense method against out-of-control container drawer.

Don't Brush!

At least NOT if you have had soda, wine, coffee, tomatoes or any citrus fruits. Did you know that a study say that actually brushing your teeth after an intake of acidic foods can push the acid into your tooth enamel even further? This can then a result that leads to sensitivity and unsightly erosion and can cause more cavities at worst!
What you do instead is to have a swish of water, then wait at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before brushing your teeth.

One helpful tip, isn't it?