Work and Play

More and more mothers are resigning from the workforce to put up their own home based business. They want to spend more time with the kids yet still have income to pay for the bills. This was rare and almost impossible to accomplish ten years ago but with the advancement of technology, there are businesses that you can do from the comforts of your own home. I know a friend who makes and sells jewelry online and she's earning a lot. There are also tons of reseller packages for almost anything in the Internet, which allows anyone to put up a business without having to know it all. You can have your own hosting company, domain registration, etc just by paying a small fee monthly. And did I mention paid blogging? I can't stress enough how easy it is to earn money through blogs.

Seeing your kids grow up right before your eyes is something that money can't buy. But if you can do both, then I don’t see why not? Just look at me. I design websites for a living and still spend almost every waking hour with the little one.

A Beautiful Life

I've been doing well on my design projects. Just last week, I received two quote requests, one for an agent selling Arizona real estate and another one a brochure for a fitness company. I can't believe I'm receiving lots of projects lately. I guess I have my website to thank for. Ever since I finished my portfolio site, design requests have been coming in regularly. I have the best of both worlds. Doing what I love, and getting paid to do it.

Permanent Makeup?

Contrary to what it is called, Permanent eye makeup is not really permanent, after all. Clinics and other establishments offering the procedure claim that its effects last anywhere from 1 to 5 years. Still, anyone thinking of having this procedure done must make sure she takes the time to find out about it and goes only to a professional, reputable clinic. Highly competent cosmetic/makeup professionals will typically require several meetings with a patient prior to actually performing the procedure. The patient is shown several “versions”; where different designs (of eyebrow and eyeliner makeup) are hand-drawn and the patient evaluates each one. The application of the “permanent” makeup is only performed after the patient has chosen the design she likes best.

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Time for a big bed?

This is another one of those sickening look-at-this-cute-baby-furniture post. If you're not a mother, that is. Because if you are, then you will feel the same way whenever you see lovely things for the baby. You forget to buy your own shoes or bag because you'd rather get a cute outfit for your little one. The husband is very supportive of my addiction by the way so I have nothing to worry about. In fact, there are times when he's the one who urges me to buy baby things "just because it's cute".

So what is it this time?

I was browsing some Da Vinci baby furniture and found this super cute Elizabeth II toddler bed! We desperately need one! Well, not really, since we're still co-sleeping. But it's just so cute; don't you think? I can just imagine seeing Sandy sleeping on her new bed. Yeah right! As if she'll sleep anywhere without me.

The Graveyard Shift

It's late and I don't know how long I can keep my eyes open anymore. I still have about 5 design task and I'm so far from finishing my paid post about Imperial Palace Las Vegas. The Husband is snoring beside me and I'm trying my best not to throw anything at him. Forget about waking up the little girl, his snoring can rouse the whole village. I believe that the nighttime is the best time for me to work. No Sandy calling her mommy every 10 minutes, no phone calls to take and no TV shows to distract me. Except I need to watch out for my husband’s snoring or else, the little one might wake up and ask for me.

Oh well, back to work. If only my eyes will let me.

Movers and Shakers

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Game revenue, fast start bonus, power pool revenue share, group generation bonus and infinity bonus are just one of the many ways to earn money with uVme. This business is growing every second. Visit the uVme site to get the have the "first mover advantage" and start building your business.

The smart one

I've been raving enough on how my little girl loves books. But do you know that she can recite some of the lines by heart?

One afternoon while reading to her "Corduroy Goes to The Doctor"
ME: Corduroy goes to the doctor. The room ...
Sandy: Has toys and books

While I'm resting on the bed, she entered the room alone. I was a bit surprised because she seem to act like a grown up who just arrived from some place.
ME: Hey, Sandy! Where have you been?
Sandy: I've been to London. To visit the queen.

She got that from her "pussy cat" book, btw.

Just like any other toddler, she loves to watch cartoons. While watching little mermaid, she said,

Sandy: She's saaaad!! (I looked and Ariel was indeed sad)
Sandy: She's happy! Not sad anymow. (Ariel is laughing in another scene)

She also sings the theme song like this- "Look at this. Isinitnit. Wudeyabin collections complete" (Look at this stuff, isn't it neat.Wouldn't you think my collections complete.)

She's so smart. I can't be any prouder.

Just Visiting

Most of the Husband's relatives from his father's side live in UK. I've always been fascinated to hear their stories and experiences from starting a family in a foreign land, sending your kids to school knowing he/she might find it hard to adjust, coping with peer pressure and finding a stable job to keep your family safe and healthy. Everyday seems to be an adventure ever since they moved there and I can't help but feel the need to experience some of them myself. What I love to hear most are their travels and how close they are to some of the the coolest and historical attractions around UK.

I came across a website today called www.hotelshopuk.com that offers hotel booking in UK right up to the last minute. Their hotel listings are varied with plenty of packages to choose from. Just by browsing the site made me want to visit the attractions mentioned there. I've heard so much about the Chatsworth House - its historic and beautiful houses, famous works of art, spectacular fountains and more. It just makes me think of fairy tales, don't you? I would also want to see the Black Country Museum. I am fascinated with anything historical and would love to be transported back in time. These attractions are available for booking through hotelshopuk.com complete with accommodation and breakfast or dinner. They also offer a London Experience Break in Kensington Palace with one night accommodation in a 3 star hotel. All in all it's a great site for planning your last minute travels.

Work Sleep Work

I didn't get enough sleep last night. Since losing Sandy's yaya, I haven't found enough time to work during the day. Which is why I try to work when the little one is asleep in the afternoon and at night. There's not much stuff that I can do if I'm sleepy and tired from taking care of a toddler the whole day though. So the work nights consist of staring into my computer wondering if I can get something done at all.

Everything's a work in progress these days.

Wishlists Ready?

Christmas is just around the corner. Knowing how hard it is to shop in December, I'm one of those who shop for presents as early as September. I used to look forward to my Christmas shopping but now that I discovered online coupons, I don't think I can wait in line for hours anymore. My friends' and husband's wish lists consists mainly of books and electronic products so this is going to be easy. I already found several coupons at CouponChief.com and I can't wait to use them. The Husband wants to buy a new lens for his DSLR so my ritz camera coupons will definitely come in handy. I'm also planning to avail some magazines.com deals to get a subscription for a friend who loves photography. And of course, I made sure to grab a couple BabyCenter coupons for the little one. Shopping will not be complete unless I get her something.