Setting Up Food Business

I’m preparing some plans for our summer business and I’m taking note of important details with products, suppliers and prospective customers. I’m actually looking forward to this plan of ours and I’m very positive with it. As of now I’m still making calls and looking for better rates. I asked help from my cousin who is living in our hometown province and hopefully she’ll find good suppliers there. She’s like an old sister to me and I’m glad she’s helping me out in my plans. 

Someone asked me what kind of business will I enter this summer because she’s thinking if I’m into dealership of electronics or some products like hydraulic hose, construction equipment or the likes. I laughed at her inquiry because that’s too far on my planned business. I’m setting up on food delivery business, a small business only but I’m thinking of fruits, rice or cooking oil wholesale business. Whatever seems to be most feasible or profitable that’s where we begin. I pray that God will give me signs if this one is really for us because if it’s not His will I know we will be directed to other paths.

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My Workout Regimen

I’m glad that I was able to return to my workout regimen yesterday after a two-week lapse. I was worried that I’ll go back to the first module but when I started it I was able to finish 5 sets and consumed 40 minutes. That’s way too good for someone who didn’t exercise for 2 weeks. I was on a one hour workout before I took a break and sometimes I go beyond the one-hour time I’ve put as my minimum workout time. 

Anyway I’m happy enough and promised not to take a long break again because I know my health and physique will suffer from it. My cousin is taking some supplements while working out and he asked me this week if I’m taking the best pre workout supplements now that I’m also having a regular workout. I told him that I don’t need to take it because I don’t have plans of building my muscles. I only want a healthy and fit body. I don’t know with others but muscles are not for me. DH will not approve also.

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Wednesday Happy Thoughts

Happiness is...

1. God keeping us safe
2. Plans moving on to our December Baguio Fellowship
3. Kids' registration to free piano and drums lessons
4. Showers of work blessings
5. Started my part-time work

6. Loving family
7. Ever dependable and doting Mom
8. My bestfriend Jen's recovery
9. Meeting Riss again
10. Hosted our Bible study tonight

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The Best Food for Baby

I have been an advocate of breastfeeding after learning all about its benefits to both mother and baby, and after having experienced it myself. It is really true that breast milk is the best food for baby. My own baby was very healthy and never got sick and I attribute all of it to breast milk. There are even studies that suggest that breastfeeding helps increase a child’s IQ.

For six months, my child was exclusively breastfed and then I continued to breastfeed until he reached two years old. It also had a lot of perks for me. It was the easiest way to feed my baby too because I did not have to bring nor sterilize any bottles. Of course, it was also so much cheaper than buying formula milk. It also helped me lose weight faster after giving birth. I know that it is the best thing I could give my baby and I cherish my whole breastfeeding experience. Everyone is capable of breastfeeding, which is why I encourage everyone, even those who have had breast augmentation, to at least try it. I know that it is something that I would choose to do again if my husband and me decide to have another baby. How can I deny my baby of the best food?

Guest Post from Aggie Aviso

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Comfortable Bed for the Kids

The kids are finally sleeping now and I’m happy to see that they’re comfortable with their bed. We’re planning to buy a folding bed for them last December since they also have another room upstairs and they just wanted to sleep in the ground floor beside our room. When we saw how functional and beautiful the sofa bed is we immediately changed our plans and bought the bed even if the price is a little more expensive than the original plan we have. We know that it’s worth the price and the kids were so happy with it. 

Next year we’re planning to add more cabinets and possibly change the queen size bed into the king size platform bed I saw online. I feel in love with the simple and elegant designs and thought of owning one from them too. I love searching for various kinds of beds because it’s where we rest our body from fatigue, stress and daily activities of our life. Here’s one kind I saw on the site.

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PhotoHunt 257: License Plate(s)

 

This is the plate of our Mazda pickup, not the latest model  but very useful to us.  It's a pre-owned car bought last year to replace our drowned car in the flood.

Click the badge above to see various license plates all over the world.  I had fun visiting other entries and seeing different plate designs and colors. Happy weekend to all!

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Orthopaedic and Spine Care

I’ve got good news from a friend that she can now continue with her usual daily routine activities because she can walk again. She had met an accident few months ago and found it difficult to recover fast but through the help of good orthopaedic doctor, therapy and prayers she’s now fully recovered. For those who have such need for orthopaedic care it’s important to get the best in town like Virginia Beach Orthopedics which provides the best orthopaedic care with the help of outstanding medical professional and well trained personnel.

They have a full-service state-of-the art center with patient exam rooms, x-ray suites, Lunar DPX Bone Densitometer room, MRI center and physical therapy. They’re dedicated to provide treatment for those people having problems with musculosketal systems. We all know that it’s hard to suffer from Arthritis as what my Mom feels when she has it. I learned about this Hampton Roads Total Joint Replacement  where the hip and knee are the most common joint replacements and now with shoulders, ankle, elbow, hand and other joints also. This procedure is done for four days by well-trained, expert and skilled surgeons and found to produce positive feedback. 

Well obviously with my Mom’s age it’s not for her as I think she’ll not be able to handle this kind of procedure and actually it’s not that bad for her as to replace her joints. But for others who really suffers much from joint pains and other knee problems it’s best to consult the experts like Orthopaedic & Spine Center where they can provide Yorktown Knee Surgery, spine care, shoulder care, ankle care and a lot more. They provide the quality care, healing and recovery for their patient with the best compassion and dedication.

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Colfax Marine Pumps and Handling Solutions

My nephew got a job in one of the commercial marines and though it’s not really a dream job for him he has rendered his best to learn about all things related to his work. They’ve had good and bad days and it all depends on how they maintain their equipments. If they’re out in the seas they have to ensure that all pieces and parts are in good working condition. And to be in that good condition they have to have the best solutions for their marine problems. Colfax can remedy all of that with their quality products that can give custom and standard pumping solutions. They offer wide range of designs for Commercial Marine Pumps units and packages that can handle heavy applications.

They’ve been in the business for more than 70 years handling commercial marine pumps and provide handling solutions to our clients through Industrial Pumps, injection pumps‚ transfer pumps and others. Colfax solutions help transport half of all ocean freight and maintained 700 navy ships and submarines protecting the world’s shores. They’re such a great help to keep them running smoothly with their best quality products and solutions.

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Friday Fill-Ins

And...here we go!

1. I love to go to our hometown in Laguna because we want to breathe fresh air and buy plenty of fruits.

2. I don't just go for expensive things that's good to look at, it’s the quality that counts!

3. The last thing I had to eat was pineapple and gelatin.

4. In times of earthquakes, tsunami and other natural disasters material things are no longer essential but your life's safety.  Prayers to God is the only thing who can help you most.

5. Please take a moment to pray for the people of Japan, they need our help and prayers now.

6. Your education and wits have brought you this far to succeed in your business.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to resting early because my arms ache, tomorrow my plans include enrolling my kids to piano or guitar class and Sunday, I want to go to church earlier than usual!

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Affordable Family Vacations

As days are passing by, the sun is slowly making its presence felt and in late mornings I can feel the heat of the sun. It's still cold in the nights and at dawn, but when the sun starts to shine you can feel that the summer season is very near.

Summer is the perfect season for vacation plans because the kids are off from school and there are affordable family vacations on the list waiting for booking! It's the peak season for beach vacations and everybody seems to be focused on a vacation getaway.

It's not that easy to choose your destination, as you have to consider many things before booking your family summer getaway. You have to deal with flights, hotel accommodations, dining and activities that you want to do during your vacation. So it's really nice to see that Breezes Resorts offers family all inclusive vacations, because it will save you a lot on your vacation expenses. Imagine having your hotel accommodation, meals, snacks, drinks, entertainment, land and water sports included in the package. You don't have to think of anything except enjoying the breathtaking scenery, the long expanse of white beaches and the sports you want to indulge in.

These all inclusive vacation packages offered by Breezes Resorts are a great deal for the whole family because they can go as a family and still save a lot. There are sports for the kids and for adults. You can do windsurfing, sunfish sailing, snorkelling, tennis, aerobics and a lot more. The kids will enjoy beach volleyball and Daddy will enjoy his golf course. It's complete fun, relaxation and enjoyment for the whole family at a price you can afford without consuming all your savings.

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