I remember my cousin asked me if I could buy him some expensive brand t-shirts which normally costs $35. Since he doesn’t have a credit card of that sort and there’s no retail store in The Netherlands, his only option is to ask me to purchase such expensive tees online using my credit card and he’ll pay me in cash. Until now I’ve been trying to figure out what makes these t-shirts worth that much. Is it it’s uniqueness and or is it just because such brand has become a fad that made them conveniently raise their prices that high.

Now, I realized that you don’t need to spend that big amount from your stash just to look good. In fact, you can dress good everyday and you don’t have to wait for the holidays to save on purchases for good looking tees. Buy $10 T-Shirts without sacrificing the quality and the design. Where can we find t-shirts with good designs for just 10 bucks? Well, Ten Bills offer a wide variety of tees with awesome designs. Their art range from robots to vectors to something that will give you an urban feel. You have plenty of choices to choose from and regardless of design and sizes, it will never be more than $10.

Wanna hear something cooler? This December, you can get free shipping on anything without a minimum purchase. Simply use the code: Flurry. And that’s not it. They have the 777 promo! They put 7 t-shirts for only $7 for a period of 7 days. Just when you think $10 T-shirt is good, $7 is way better!

While both of my boys are asleep, I on the other hand is busy browsing online to get some ideas for stocking stuffing.  I bought 3 large stockings and they just look adorable.  The downside to it is that, I will have to buy more things to put it each of their stockings.

It isn’t difficult to figure out stuffings for Cougar’s stocking.  For sure he’ll get lots of toys and some treats.  For TS, it is quite a challenge.  One thing for sure is that I’m going to get him a 5.11 Tactical Utili-T shirt not only because it will take a lot of space in the stocking but also because the undershirts that I bought for him which wasn’t too long ago already have loose collars and have stretched a lot from washing.  I have decided not to buy the same brand of shirt and settle to a thicker (which I read from the reviews) and better quality.

Now I wonder what will be inside my stocking.  I am not expecting much but I sure do hope it’s not going to be empty.  Howabout you?  What do you usually stuff on your stockings?

There are some businesses that can start with a small capital outlay.  Just give it a little time, effort and a little bit of money and give it a go.  But most businesses require a stash of cash inorder to get up and running.  Those who venture on retailing and enterprising falls on the latter.  Those who involved in business with just enough capital to start up with are not giving themselves a fair shot to success.  Whether we like it or not, if one needs to make money, they need to have more than enough money to start.  And this is where companies that offers business loans comes in.

Whether you are starting your business with virtual or physical presence, we sure do need money either for marketing, advertising, public relations and or shipping.  That is why it is very important to have more than just a short shoestring of budget when you start a company.  And a reliable company like OnlineCheck.com provides the cash you need with less stringent requirements, faster approval and no closing cost or fees.  You might also want to check out the articles in their site that will provide more information about businesses and how to achieve success with it.

The clock is ticking and 15 days from now it’s gonna be Christmas! Have you made your checklist yet? I have made mine and other than the intangible wishes that I have, I also wish for some real good help with my blogging. As many of you have noticed, I have not been updating my blog as much as I used to for the reason that I am preoccupied with household chores, my life outsite blogging which includes spending time with my babies – TS and Cougar, and putting some Christmas spirit in the house. Until now, I have not managed to make these demands work with my blogging.

After seeing the above video, I realized that I can actually make my daily tasks or occasional getaways work with blogging. Bret Bumeter’s video about recording your voice using an MP3 recorder and transcribing it to Dragon Naturally Speaking later on gave me a spark of hope. This means that I don’t need to give up blogging or sacrifice my time with my loved ones. So, that MP3 recorder will be added on my wish list. That and of course Dragon Naturally Speaking will definitely free me from my computer and allows me to be more productive. Other than that, Dragon Naturally Speaking not only makes me type as fast as I talk but it is also giving away discounts this holiday by simply using the Coupon Code- DNSMSBG -Dragon Naturally Speaking. I heard it can even type up to 150 words per minute. Now that will definitely make the most out of my blogging!

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We were in shock when we learned about the condition of Francis Magalona.  The Philippine Master Rapper was diagnosed with Leukemia or cancer of the blood last August.  Who would expect that he will be struck with such a disease?  No one did and any one could get it.

On a lighter note, technology and researches has lead us to some scientific breakthough.  Cryo-Cell has reported that the use of cord blood stem cells has become an accepted clinical therapy for the treatment of leukemia and lymphomas and other diseases. 

There are some people who are just born with creative talents and skills.  I am not one of them but I still continue to strive to learn arts and crafts.  Last Thanksgiving, my sister – Madon gave me this hand-made knitted hat and scarf and I was just delighted with it!  It is so perfect for me as it is getting cold here in Minnesota.  She learned such skill from her mother-in-law who has been knitting as a hobby.  Some of my blogging friends have the hands that make wonders from scratch.  They can knit, make jewelries and accesories, ceramics and a whole lot more.

These people who has the talent to make something out of nothing can definitely make a business out of their outputs.  They need a place where they can sell the items they made and have it available for those who lack the talent like me to purchase it.  ArtFire.com is a vast website that helps artisans like my sister and my blogging friends make an income out of their hobby.

In comparison to one renowned marketplace, ArtFire.com do not charge anything for listing unless you want to have additional features and added attention to your account. For those who lack the talent, ArtFire.com is still a good place for us to find artisan products.  Since it has a vast collection, there is certainty that you can find what you are looking for.  This sure is a site for buyers and sellers to come together and celebrate talent and skills of arts and crafts!

I have never been to any wild adventure theme parks.  I have only been to Disney World and Euro Disney of which rides are not extreme I should say.  There are a lot of theme parks that offers great rides and I have never been to one of them.  I think the coming year would be a great time to hunt for attraction parks that possess exciting and wild rides.  I’m a dare-devil so I’m not scared of them.

As my search for these parks online continue, I came across one Jersey Shore beach Vacation destination.  A place where the entire family can enjoy – Morey’s Piers.  It is a place with great Wildwood attractions and roller coasters. The place has a 3 amusement parks and 2 more beachfront waterparks. It will definitely tickle your fancy.  There are rides for little kids, the big kids and the kids in all of us.  You will never run of fun things to do.  The good thing is that, they are currently having a big deal for 2009 Season Passes. If you are looking for a gift idea this Christmas, give your child or family the gift of laughter and enjoyment with Morey’s Piers’ Holiday Tickets, 2009 Season Pass and a whole lot more.

I’m looking forward to visiting this place.  I might as well check on Melod’s and her girls as they were planning to visit it next year.

It has been awhile since I last wrote a letter to Santa Claus.  And I thought writing a letter these days would be outdated.  Instead, I decided to have an Open Video for Santa Claus.  If I were still a kid, I would be wishing for a pony and some other good stuff.  I am a big fan of Disney animations and being able get a toy Palace or a Winnie the Pooh stuff animal would be like experiencing the disney magic myself.

If you need for a place to shop for your kids’ Christmas presents, Mega Brands is a place for you to shop with a lot of things to choose from.  Check it out and it will awaken the child in you!

The stores are getting busier each day.  It is not uncommon to see malls packed with holiday shoppers.  The holiday season shopping is slowly starting after many stores have laid out their holiday deals and some items on sale.

I am starting to think whether I should do my Christmas shopping in the store or online.  I have already purchased some online of which I was able to get a good deals.  I don’t want to join many shoppers on long queue for checkout.  Since many websites nowadays offer free shipping, then I should probably do some of my shopping online!

Before TS bought me my Blackberry Pearl, I have been looking for my unlocked cell phones so I can just purchase a prepaid sim card with my choice of carrier and be connected.  After hours of search and contemplating where I put it, I start to remember that I no longer have it here with me.  I sent my old phones back to the Philippines last year so my family could use it thinking that I would not have any use of it here since I have my VOIP at home.

Travis then decided to buy me my first phone.  I am planning to have it unlocked so that when I travel abroad like in the Netherlands or back to the Philippines, I can use it with a local number.