A Graduation Day

This month of March marks a milestone for some students. Enter the graduates of 2011. This is one of the memorable day for the students. On this proud day, stand tall, flash a winning smile to accept the diploma ( additional honors, if any) that the student have worked hard for. I remembered the time I graduated from my college I really worked and study hard because I am a working student. I worked in the morning and I study in the evening. On that day of my graduation I am so proud of myself even if I didn't received any medals and I said to myself "well done" I am really happy on my graduation day.

Busy Day

I'm a mother of two children, Charity is 3 years old and Kynd is five years old they are in nursery class. Tomorrow is their recognition day. I'm preparing for their clothes to wear because they will wear what they want to be when they grow up. My eldest boy want to be a policeman and my daughter want to be a doctor so I'm busy preparing for their uniform . They are both excited to recite their names. I'm happy for my two little ones. They are my life and my joy.

Fuel Prices

I went to a gasoline station today to fill up the truck and I was very shock of the fuel prices today it was very high. I don't know how people can still afford to buy fuel. I heard from the Energy Department said gasoline inventories fell 5.3 million barrels last week and gasoline stocks are down 8.9 percent during the last five weeks. So we need to limit our usage of fuel. It's supply and demand. From now on I need to walk or ride the horses it's save money and walking is good you.

My Mango Jam

My mango jam it is so easy and simple but taste delicious.

Ingredients:

7 pcs. ripe medium size mangoes
1/2 kg. white sugar

Procedure:

Cut mangoes into fine strips. Combine with sugar. Let Simmer cook and stir constantly for about 1 1/2 hrs. Let it cool before transferring to a container.

Kia2700

My husband told me that he like this pick-up truck than Isuzu van. It has four doors with airconditioning inside and it can be used for family outing , dropping off kids to school or it can be used for hauling anything. He said it is a dual purpose, which is true. But anyway we can't buy now we need to save money.

FREEZING VEGETABLES

Even after vegetables are picked, the enzymes in them make them lose flavor and color and sometimes make them tough- even at freezer temperatures. Therefore the enzymes must be stopped in their tracks by being heated for a few minutes ( how many minutes depends on the size and texture of the vegetables) before the vegetables are cooled quickly and packed. This preheating is necessary for virtually all vegetables; green (sweet) peppers are the notable exception.

Practically all vegetables are safely blanched in boiling water. Use a large kettle which has a wire basket that fits down in it. Put prepared vegetables in the basket- not more than a pound or two at a time- and lower it into boiling water. Start counting the time at once. Shake the basket to let heat reach all parts of it's load. When the specified time is up, lift out the basket and immediately dunk the vegetables in ice-cold water to cool them fast.

If you live more than 5,000 feet above sea level, preheat vegetables 1 minute longer than the time called for.

BEANS:

Prepare :
Wash, cut or snap the ends off, then cut in 1" or 2" pieces, or in lengthwise strips (frenching), or leave whole if they're very young and tender.

Blanch :
In boiling water - for 3 minutes. Cool in ice water immediately, drain well.

Pack :
Leave 1/2 inch headroom
Seal : freeze.


BROCCOLI:

Prepare :
Peel coarse stalks, trimming off leaves and blemishes: split if necessary. Separate or cut into reasonable size pieces.

Blanch :
In boiling water-3 minutes for stalks. ( reduce blanching time for cut-up or chopped.) Cool Immediately in ice water; drain.

Pack :
Leave no headroom for spears or large chunks; arrange long stalks so blossom ends are divided between either end of the container. Leave 1/2 inch headroom for cut-up or chopped ( they have less air space.)

Seal; freeze.

I'm not feeling good today

I'm not feeling good today. I have the flu and I feel like I don't want to do anything I just want to sleep and check my emails. So my husband decided that I don't need to cook for dinner we will just eat out and when my kids hear it, they want to go to McDonald for dinner because my son said I like McDonald because he can eat my food and then he can play. My son and my daughter are very exhausted and by the time we got home they fall asleep. They have lots of fun.....

Nice Van

This Susuki Van is very nice and easy to drive anywhere in town because the size is perfect it's not too big and it's not too small. I can drop my kids to school and my nephews and nieces easy and it's a family size van.I told my husband about it he like it but we need to save money first to buy this van. I hope 1 year or 2 years form now we can afford to buy this van.

Sleigh Riding

My nephews and my son they have so much fun with the sleigh riding at the Cabin. It's not a lot of snow that time but it is really cold. They love the rides and they don't want to stop. He!!he!!! it is really cute picture. I really enjoy watching them.

My Quick Homemade Mayonnaise

My kids loves mayonnaise. Mayonnaise can be use in sandwiches, burger , salad or any food that you can think of. Here are the Ingredients for Homemade Mayonnaise.

1 egg 1/2 tsp. salt
2 T. vinegar Dash pepper
1 tsp. dry mustard 2 c. olive oil
1 tsp. sugar

Combine all ingredients except olive oil. Blend well in blender. Add oil gradually while continuing to blend. Blend for several minutes more after adding the oil. Pour into jar or bowl. Cover and chill at least 1 hour. Makes 2 cups.

Try this mayonnaise it's simple and easy and I'm sure your kids will love it.

Too Much Fun

Me and my husband loves to go for a ride with our motorbike or fourwheeler going to the top of the mountains. We love to feel the fresh air and see the beautiful mountains that surrounds us. We love also to see the wild pretty flowers, and the sound of the clean rivers, the trees and the sounds of the birds. That was so good...We both love the beauty of the nature.

Japan Tsunami/ Quake

Massive Wall of water sweep ashore in Japan. Tsunami as fast as a Jetplane. Hundred of people were missing and killed in Japan coastal area. The water was flooded everything. The houses & cars was completely wash away & hundred of people killed also by 8.9 magnitude quake one of the most powerful quake in the world. Many people lost their love ones. Me and my husband are very sad of what happen in Japan.

Imperial Palace Resort

The Imperial Palace Resort is one of the nicest and newest resort here in Cebu Mactan Island Philippines.This resort featured is a very large hotel,small cabins, a beautiful landscape, waterfront cabanas, and a nice water park. A very good lunch buffet was included with the day fee, and was worth it for that alone. Everyone can appreciate the beauty uniquely distinctive style. It was so wonderful that you don't want to leave.

Primary Solution To The Global Food Crisis

Many scientists are saying, is to gradually convert from a meat diet to a vegetarian diet. " If we were vegetarians, we could banish hunger from this earth. Children would be born and grow up well-nourished, and they would live happier, heal their lives. Animals would be free to live. Meat is the mist uneconomical and inefficient food we can eat, the cost of one pound of meat protein is twenty times higher than equally nutritional plant protein. Only 10% of the protein and calories we feed to our livestock is recovered in the meat we eat, that is, 90% goes down the drain.Acres of land are used to raise livestock for food. These acres of land could be utilized far more productively if planted with grains, beans, and other legumes for humans to eat directly. For example, one acre used to raise to steer will provide only about one pound of protein, but this same land planted with soybeans will produce 17 pounds of protein. In other words, to eat meat, we need to used 17 times as much land as the amount needed to plant soybeans are more nutritious, contain less fat, and are free from the poisons of meat. United Nations has strongly recommended that people should cut down on their meat consumption.

Dental Cleaning

How important is dental cleaning to maintain naturally beautiful teeth? Dental cleaning is very important because it removes plague, calculus and stain from teeth. It also removes bacterial plague that may release acid and enzymes that are destructive to the teeth and the jawbone.All of us should undergo dental cleaning every 4 to 6 months.

Eat An Apple A DAy

An Apple a day keeps the doctor away. Now scientists claim the fruit may help one live longer. A woman about their diets found that those who regularly ate apples were 20% less likely to suffer heart attacks & strokes. So we need to eat apple everyday to live a good life. I love apples.

Star Wars Collectibles

Star Wars: 1,000 collectibles takes the reader on a journey through cool and kitsch,from toys and costumes to life- size statues made of Lego bricks to consumer goods such as candy, clothing, toothpaste- and much more.Drawn from the largest private Star Wars collection in the known universe, this stunning treasure trove of memorabilia and other colorful anecdotes mixes fun with nostalgia, delighting both the casual fan and the serious collector..The most successful entertainment franchises of all time, but also an obsession for collectors around the globe, who have spent more than $15 billion on Star Wars merchandise.These collectibles range from the offbeat-C3 PO tape dispensers, fan- made bantha pinatas.

The American " Idol"

The Hollywood stage became a little less crowded Thursday as American Idol cut it's contestant pool from 24 to a lucky 13 finalists. Four of the final contestants are from California, two are from New York and two are from Nashville, Tenn. "This is the toughest night ever." Jackson said. The Three judges had some suspiciously convenient indecision following the wild-card competition. Coming out of a commercial break, Lopez said they needed a few more minutes to decide - Just enough time for Fox air the world premiere of Lopez's new music video as the six competitors waited nervously onstage.

Summer Shop

Most of us girls, Summer it's that time of the year when our vacation plants start taking shape. Before you catch your flight to your next summer destination, any style babe would want her vacay photos to look different from last year's. This means some tweaking in the hairstyle and the other minute details such as footwear. And when you're planning to go bumming on the beach- it's time to take out our swimsuit and thongs to protect your feet from scorching hot sandy ground.