Fawn

During the first day of our daughter's school. We went to fetch her early so we have to stand by in front of the church where the kids will be sent by the prospective teachers. While waiting, my son and I went on the side of the church and saw something. I thought that it was a statue at first but then the eyes of the fawn moved.

She was just laying and relaxing there like she was having a very good time.

But then she ran away when the kids started going out from the school. I am glad that she let me take some pictures though.

Have a nice weekend everyone!

The Traffic Plus

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With my Fall classes coming up and daughter started going to kindergarten, our schedule is really crazy. I haven't had any time to visit site and build some traffic to my two blogs. Although I have advertised it through an advertising network, the traffic seems so low because some of the rankings on my sites are shooting high which means low traffic.

I am sure that every blogger out there want to have high traffic everyday especially if you do some advertising in your blog. You have to have a good strategy to reach a good page ranking from Google. Ever since my other blog lost its page rank of 3, it hasn't come back even if I am advertising it.

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Nostalgia # 15 - Old Job

One thing that I discovered when we went for a walk at Panhandle Trail is my old job. The building at the background was the mill where I worked as maintenance crew and a line assembler for a while. It's funny that I work there before but I never knew Panhandle trail lol. It goes to show that I was away for a long time when I joined the navy!. Sharing this one to my wife's Nostalgia series.

New Air Filter

I took our car in last week for an oil change and for a routine checkup. The repairman discovered that the air filter needed to be replaced so authorized the maintenance. The air filter hasn't been changed since we purchased the car in 2005 so I figured it was due. I did check the filter while we were in Korea but it didn't appear to be dirty at the time. In fact, it didn't look that dirty this time around but I had it replaced anyway. I'm glad that I did because the car is running much smoother now and that means better gas mileage. I also had the brakes and rotors replaced the week before because the rotors were warped. It's amazing, the brake pads were still like new after five years but the rotors were in pretty bad shape.

Regular maintenance and paying attention to your vehicle when it speaks to you are key to getting the most out of your purchase. If you want to increase your vehicles performance, try replacing your stock parts with high performance parts, such as your air intake or headers. Little things like this can make a world of difference when you're pulling away from that traffic signal or passing someone on the highway. If you take the time to take care of your vehicle, your vehicle will take care of you.

Rock Collection

Every time we go for a walk, our son would always pick up some rocks. He love collecting rocks. My wife even brought some of the rocks that he collected when we were still living in Korea. It's funny because our neighbor are rock collector too so he gave EJ some of his. The photo below are the rocks that he collected from our last walk in Panhandle Trail.Our son neatly arranged those rocks and our daughter took the photo.

Change the World

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

My wife showed me this video that she found at Youtube. I am currently working on finishing my college degree but also offered by my college to take the acceleration program so I can continue my degree into a graduate degree. As I watched the video, I got interested because Math and Science are my strength when it comes to academic stuff. I might consider this if the program that my school is offering me does not work out good.

Now according to the information available at www.wwteachingfellowship.org, a candidate will have to have a graduated 3.0 GPA, be able to demonstrate a commitment to the program and its goals, and have completed an undergraduate degree in a STEM field by June 2011. Oh man, I could have qualified for their program if I did not switched to another course.

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Wild Beauties

My wife can't go without our camera in her purse. She can forget the house key but not the camera hahaha. She always wants to take photos wherever we go. Below are the wild beauties that she took pictures of when we went for a 4-mile walk at Panhandle Trail

Can you see the clear water on the first photo? Yup, below that yellow flower is a small river where wild ducks and fish enjoy their days.

Above is a rich-colored flower which look exotic to me.

If anyone can identify these flowers, please share it through your comments. I don't have any knowledge regarding flowers lol.

My favorite one was this wild flower of the grass that she took. ain't that a beauty? Have a blessed Snday everyone and thanks for your visits and comments.

Wind Generator and Turbine

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Shadowy Clouds

These were taken three weeks ago when we went to the Oriental store in Pittsburgh PA. My wife can't take it without looking up at the sky while I am driving and take pictures of the clouds. I think my favorite among these shots is the the second one. How about you?

Have a nice weekend everyone!

Online Blackjack

When I was stationed in the Philippines some twenty years ago, I was able to experience playing in the casino place there. I am not really lucky when it comes to gambling but that first time that I played I won some. After two winnings I quit though hahaha, I was worried that I would lose all the money that I won already. I guess that is how you suppose to play it, when you win, you better quit or else you will bit and bit and sometimes, you end up losing. My friend who took me there in the casino place told me to keep the good luck going but I stopped. I only wanted to experience it that's why I played.

Technology makes it possible for people who love to play casino games to play it online. It is a new trend now if you don't have the time to go to a real casino place. It is more convenient and cheaper because it cost you less by not travelling and you can do it anytime at your convenience at the very comfort of your Home.

If you want to know the list of the best places that offer casino games, try visiting ballyfire.com. They have a list of the most high ranking online casino website which are ranked according to their bonus offers, payout rates, number of games offered, support rating and the review given by professional players and customers.

So be sure to check out the casino games listed at Online Blackjack. They also provide information regarding different games like blackjack. The articles will give you a preview on what to expect and details on how it works. The article briefly explains every term that you will encounter in playing casino games online.

Just by reading the article in their site, I have learned that Blackjack is sometimes referred to as Twenty One. Blackjack is a poker game where all the players are laying against the dealer. So it is kinda of a team building games. Aside from explaining the details on how to play this game, the terms that are included in the explanation are hit, stand, bust, double down, split, surrender, and insurance.

he rules are fully explained on this article so if you want to learn how to play blackjack, visit the site and read the whole article about it. Just remember one thing, know your limits when playing and have fun!

Flower Ball Bouquet

One of the many things that we miss being in Korea are the gorgeous ornamentals that you will see everywhere. Just like the flower ball bouquet (not really sure what it's called lol) that is in Masan. Isn't that gorgeous? Korean people are very ornate and creative when it comes to beautifying their place.

Car Hire

One of the many things I like about the Philippines is the transportation system. You can pretty much go anywhere even if you don't own a car. Transportation means there is very easy and you get to pick what kind of vehicle you want to ride depending on your destination. During my kids' first visit there, they love riding the tricycles and jeepneys hehehe.

In some places, car hire is more advantageous over buying your own vehicle. Just like the example I gave you on top, it is more cheaper to ride a public vehicle than to have your own. I remember when I first stationed in the Philippines, I hired this taxi the whole day and it did not cost me a lot compared to the expense I would incur if I own the car and drive it myself. You get to enjoy the scenery without worrying about driving.

Fish on the Lake

I took this shot when we had our 4 mile walk at Panhandle Trail a couple of weeks ago. I can't believe that their are so many big fish on the lake. The kids had so much watching the birds, butterflies, ducks and all kinds of natural beauty at the said trail.

Web Site Hosting

I am so glad that the web host of this blog of mine added a feature that filters spam comments. It's a great tool to sift those anonymous comments or visitors who just want to gain back links from different bloggers. They left comments that are not related to the your article rather it is about the products that they want to sell. So kudos to the web host of this blog.

Having a really nice web site hosting is very important because it's not only giving your benefits and security but your guests are also given an advantage to browse freely on your website with ease. I used to asked my wife about these stuff because I really don't have any idea when I started and now I have a little bit of understanding about it.

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Celosia?

My sister has a lot of this flowers in front of her house and they are in full bloom now. She gave some to my wife and they are also starting to bloom. I am not sure if this flower is called celosia? Does anyone know?

Film Festival

If you are a film fan of any genre, you probably want to check out this article written by abdul rahman el assir. He wrote about the kick off of the Cannes Film Festival. Based from his article, a lot of different stars will be attending the said event and will be seen on the red carpet. A selection of interesting movies and movie stars will be featured at the film festival such as the Robin Hood and Wall Street 2: Money never sleeps. With that being said, you will be able to see Russel Crow, Cate Balnchett, Michael Douglas, and Shia LaBeouf. Expect to see Naomi Watts, Anthony Hopkins, Antonio Banderas, and Josh Brolin for their Meet a Tall Dark Stranger movie.

Raccoon Creek on Weekend

We were invited to celebrate the birthday of our friend from Pittsburgh and Raccoon Creek is the venue. Raccoon is a great plac during summer because kids can enjoy the lake and run around in the huge field. You can also do a little trekking through their trail at the side of the mountain.

Some people go there to fish, some just to relax or do their sun bathing.

Why is love handles cute when it is on kids?Have a nice and safe weekend everyone!

Free Stuff Online

I'm an true experimenter at heart. I modify things, such as recipes, in hopes of creating something a little more interesting. I'm also into sampling new items to see what's available for us consumers. I always look for a free sample before making a purchase because I don't want to waste my hard-earned dollars on something that doesn't meet my expectations. It's the safest way to learn what works and what doesn't and let's face it, we all like to get Free Stuff because it's so much better than paying for it.

I recently found a cool website that has taken the leg-work out of finding freebies. They've even categorized the freebies by type to make finding them really easy. Offers such as free coupons & free stuff, free apparel, free electronics, free gift cards, and free samples, to just name a few. The thing I enjoy most is that they eliminate most of the hassles that come with getting things for free online. I took advantage of an offer for a free pedometer so that I can start keeping track of the distance I cover when I take my morning walk. I'll also receive lots of great Nature's Bounty coupons to help me stay healthy. I simply provided my name, mailing address, and email address and I was finished. It just doesn't get any easier than that.

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Nostalgia # 12 - Our Baby is Becoming a Little Lady

These shots were taken when our daughter was just nine months old. We still lived at my father's home back then.

She is wearing the clothes and hat that my sister Chris made for her.

I miss those days when Rylie was still a baby. Now she is turning into a little lady. Oh how time flies. She will start school in three weeks. Are you feeling nostalgic? Join us by clicking the badge below.

Motor Homes

A cross-country expedition is an awesome way to learn about our great nation and to experience the many types of cultural differences that vary from state to state. Many people travel from state-to-state in their cars or even on a motor cycle but if you're traveling with your family, motor homes are the way to go. The relaxation that you experience by taking your home with you provides for a better trip, especially if smaller children are involved.

My plan is for us to be able to buy a recreational vehicle in the future as I want to explore other states that I have never been to. I also want my wife to see all the states so that when both of us decide to retire somewhere, we already experience exploring different states. That would still be a long way but both of us always talking about it. I hope that we would be able to realize it.

Credit Cards

Now that both my wife and I have good credits, the offers from different credit card company is pouring in the mailbox. It is tempting to take one as they really do offer good rates and terms. Before leaving Korea last year, my wife managed to paid off three of the credit cards that has high balances.

Now, there are two credit cards that she let us keep for purchase purposes in order to save points where you can redeem rewards later on. There is also one that I recently opened up just to buy my books and monitor my school expenses. It's definitely a plus if your credit is good because you get to enjoy the benefits of 0% for balance transfer and purchases.

That is why it is very important to build a good credit especially if you are planning to buy a home as you can get a very low interest rate on mortgage.

Gold and Rubies Here and There

My wife took these shots when we submitted our bid to the house in front of our home. After deliberation, we will notified that the bank did not accept any bid because it did not meet their expectation. Nobody would bid high on that house as it is so old. The reason why we wanted to buy it is because, we were going to fix it and rent it. My wife and I were happy that the bid was declined though lol.

On the other side of the bank is this DeeJay Restaurant which is a perfect subject for Ruby Tuesday and Mellow Yellow Monday hehehe.

Thank you so much guys for visiting all the time!

Huge Selection of Printer Cartridges

As I approached to the end of my summer classes the need for printing so many paper works and other reading materials is getting heavier. I think I uses a large number of ink for this summer class than I did last semester. So now I have to buy me a new printer cartridges in preparation to my classes this fall. My wife gave me a link that she stumbled upon while browsing online and I find their pricing really inexpensive compared to the place where I bought mine the last time. I feel pretty happy with the pricing and selection at Printer-Cartridges.com because it could really save me money.

A buddy of mine in school suggested a website for me to look up to in buying ink cartridges but it is still expensive compared to Printer Cartridges. You would find just any kind of brand names when it comes to your printing needs. Finding the product you are looking for is also very easy as they are well organized according to categories, brand names, and pricing. You can buy bulk toner, laser printer cartridge, or cartridge inkjet printer for cheap, so check them out folks and start saving money today.