Thank Goodness !

Finally, I don't have to take a cab on Monday. Hubby had a chance to fix the car, however, it is temporary which I don't really mind. He told me that I can only use it going to and from work and of course dropping off and picking up my son from school. He's basically telling me that I can't go anywhere I pleases to.

Experience Branson

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Hiltons of Branson. All opinions are 100% mine.

Come September 3rd, I am going to be attending our company’s annual ‘in-service’ meeting. I am sure that it will be a long day for all of us. I heard that last year, most employees are very antsy because the meeting was somewhat boring and a very long one. I was thinking, if the management would consider taking the meeting outside our facility, all of us would be more energetic and attentive. I mean, would it hurt if we go to another city, stay in a very nice but affordable hotel and have our once a year in-service meeting there? I guess it isn’t a bad idea, right?

We can stay close to home, you know. For example, in Branson, Missouri. One that might be a perfect place for us to hold the meeting and stay a night or two, is at Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing, which is conveniently located in the midst of the Historic Downtown. Or at the Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel. These hotels offer comfort and convenience to their guests. They have onsite dining area, swimming pool, whirpool, fitness center and more. Even pets are allowed in their hotels. Whichever the management chooses, I am sure we, the staff, will going to enjoy every minute of it because after the meeting, we could all explore Branson, Missouri has to offer.

I have been to Missouri a couple of times, but never visited Branson yet, so personally, I’d like to go to the Ripley’s Believe It Or Not and Titanic Museum, the unique theme park Silver Dollar City, and of course do a little shopping at the Tanger Mall Outlet.
Work and no play make us dull and gray. I am just thinking of mixing business and pleasure. We know that seeing something new is somewhat refreshing to our tired body busy brains.

Sleep, Sleep, Sleep

It's Saturday and what I plan to do all day is sleep, sleep and sleep! I am tired, have a little headache and just not in the mood to do anything. I've been sleep deprived for a few days now and I think it's finally catching up with me. I have tasks to do, but heck I can't think right when my brain says go to sleep. lol! So that's what I'm going to do. Later!

Direct TV By DirectSatTV

Last Friday, I was so upset because I missed part two of one of my favorite television shows. Why? Simply because it was raining here a little bit and we lost our satellite connection. Darn! That happens all the time even when there is just a slight wind or rain. I have been telling my husband that our current satellite t.v. provider is no good, not to add the outrageous cost.

I told him again and again to look for a new provider because football season is about to start and for sure, he would not want to miss a thing specially when his favorite team is playing. I have been lurking online and I think I would suggest for him to check either Direct TV’s Choice Ultimate or Choice Xtra packages. I also love the idea of possibly getting a top-notch Filipino channel from them. Yay!

Other than checking out the affordable Direct TV packages by DirectSatTV I also like the fact that they offer free HDTV for life. Why pay, if you can get it for free, right? These are enticing offers that I think, it’s very hard to say no to. Since there are strict government dish rules, DirectTV’s web specials for free professional installation will also come in handy. Us, as consumers need not worry whether we adhere to government’s requirements in installing satellite dish or antennas.

Anyway, I’m going to talk to my husband soon and see if we could agree on signing up for one of the Direct TV by DirectSatTV packages. That would be great just in time for my (and his) favorite television shows’ fall season. :)

Why Am I...

... still up when it is 4:40 in the morning already? I am not sure. I guess it's because my legs are bothering me. I can't explain it. I think it's what they call here in the U.S. the restless leg syndrome. I just took another shower moments ago thinking that it would relax me a little bit, but here I am still up blogging my b*tt away. Please let me go to sleep! I have to wake up at six in the morning and still have to go to work!!!

Charter's Laptop-A-Day Giveaway

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Charter. All opinions are 100% mine.

Charter has been known for being committed in giving their customers high-quality and reliable services. They are also known for appreciating their clientele through sweepstakes giveaways. They have given away Xbox360s, an HDTV-A-Day for a month, and even cars (a hybrid and a Camaro) to name a few. Watch out because it does not end there! Visit Charter on Facebook and you will know about their most recent promotion to reward their loyal customers and the future ones.

So, what is the latest? How about this, laptop-a-day giveaway! If you order online any Charter Service you are automatically entered to win a Lenovo G555 laptop (it has 15.6 screen, 160GB drive, 3GB Ram plus a Targus bag) and get up to $300 cash back (check their website for more details). That’s not all! They are giving away 50 laptops to two schools as part of their Back-To-School campaign. This is Charter’s way of giving back to the community. As I understand, here is how it goes:

· Enter your favorite local school’s name and address, your contact info and a
short essay why you want for your school to win
· Charter will choose 50 finalists
· Tell your family and friends to vote until September 20
· Two winning schools will be announced on September 27

Now that is one great opportunity for parents and others to show some love to their favorite local school, right?

Anyways, “like” Charter on their facebook fan page to keep you updated on their latest promotions. I did “like” them already, now it is your turn. :)

Sunflower Seeds

Oh my gosh! One of my co-workers introduced me to sunflower seeds three days ago and now I am so addicted to it! I feel like I am a bird eating up seeds lol! I didn't know that they have different flavors like Ranch, Nacho Cheese, Barbeque and I heard that there's even a Jalapeno flavor. I wonder what that tastes like. Frito Lay and David (?) are my favorite brands so far. I'm into eating BBQ and Nacho Cheese right now. I will try some of the flavors later on. :) Right at this very moment, I am actually enjoying the original flavor. :P

My Weekend

I had a pleasant weekend with my two boys. Last Saturday we went to Wolf Lake again so my little boy can ride his bike. I thought my hubby will still be teaching him again how to ride, but I was so surprised that he's riding his bike by himself. Hubby took a week off (last week) from work so he could give our son a little break from going to the daycare and I guess during those times, he taught him how to ride his little bike. Anyways, after he got tired of riding, we then went fishing. We did not catch anything this time. We did see little fish in the shallow water though. There's a lot of people barbecuing at the lake and it was smelling so good. Hubby ask me if I wanted to go home, get some stuff at the house, buy some meat to bbq and come back to the lake... I said, naahhhh! Though it sounded so much fun, I said I just wanted to go home and just relax, watch television and sleep. It was a bit hot for me that time and I was getting a little headache, I am a little bit tired. So we just went to Popeye's and got us a box of fried chicken, red beans and rice and mashed potatoes, then went home. On Sunday, I did not do much but washed clothes and sleep, internet, sleep, internet and more sleep. :)

Great !

I was absent again yesterday because I had to go to my son's school and enroll him in 1st grade (already) for the next school year. Then after the enrollment, I went out with my friend to go to her son's doctor's appointment... went to Burlington in Merrilville, IN... ate at a Chinese buffet (was so full!!!)... Today was a great day at work. Only six of our kids showed up (thank you very much :P) and we have additional new workers (people from one of the government's summer program)... it gave us a little bit of non-toxic day, which rarely happens :) We'll see how our day would go tomorrow... I bet it will be chaotic :)

August Already ?

Wow! I can't believe that it is the month of August already. My son's enrollment will be on the 11th and I am not sure if I have completed all the forms already. I have not even bought a single item from his school supplies list. still have time though. The first day of school is on August 23rd. Unbelievable! He'll be in first grade already. I'm getting old! Lol! Oh well... :)