First Live Radio Interview

A wonderful Mompreneur moment!
I was recently invited as a guest to Coach Lynn Johnson's live Radio show to talk about NOT being a professional blogger but at being a Mompreneur (for those who doesn't know, I'm also the co-founding partner of Lake Norman Tai Chi Center). One that I was quite happy to oblige to in spite of my first-time fear and jitters! Somehow it turned out quite pleasant and fun, if I must say so! I actually enjoyed the whole experience.

Cooking in America: The Peril of Instant Food

Growing up in Asia, instant food is a rarity or close to never as primary meal options served on the dining table. Meals are usually prepared from fresh ingredients. Home-cooking at it's best. That's what I'm used to and I'm good with that but when it comes to baking, I'm an epic fail - yes, just like the fail whale! But call it my my luck {?},  I was recently "introduced" to these nifty, ready to bake products in canisters to liberate me from this handicap. Baking-dummy-me, immediately took a liking. They are no mess, no kneading-prepping-needed goodness! I'm hooked. I'm in 7th heaven. Finally, to bake with success! Instant bake. Instant Food.  BUT there's a catch... just because it's easy, it doesn't mean it can't be scary and dangerous...

A few of my favorites with relatively good ingredients: 

Immaculate Baking Co. All Natural and Pillsbury's Simply

Drinking has the same benefit as Yoga?

See. for. yourself...

Savasana
Position of total relaxation.

Balasana
Position that brings the sensation of peace and calm.  

Working Mom - What Can You Not live Without ?

 Mickey Notes made of 25,000 pieces of Sticky Notes

Picture Courtesy of Disney

For anyone who works - at home or at a corporate setting - we all have an office supply that  we can't do without. Call it obsession, addiction but really, without them, it's a huge organizational chaos! Can you guess, what my secret tool of the trade is?

Flip side of Zen: 5 Bizarre Ways to Relieve Stress

Trying to live a stress-free life is never ever going to happen no matter what other so-called experts might say. Stress is born with us. It's our twin. Our nemesis. Our prosecutor. And will stay with us until we end up 6ft under the ground. Not sounding overly dogmatical (sorry, I like using big words), Stress just like Samson, has it's own Delilah or weak points to point it bluntly and can be managed when done right (or in an uncanny way).

Bizarreness:

a) Smash Plates - Japan has special places for smashing and throwing plates for those stressed out or angry. 200 Yen for one session (about $2.21). Free to scream and cry.

 Mobile smashing plate truck

b) Head Kenzan Massager - A florist tool turned into a stress-relieving contraption. Made in Japan. Doubles as a weapon?

 3. Relaxation Drinks - The only substance drink not regulated by FDA. It's Ok to drink yourself crazy.Popular with Teens. Wonder why.

iChill, Mary Jane's Relaxing Soda, Drank, Vacation in a Bottle, and Blue Cow

 4. Smoke Tobacco - Nicotine gives the brain the ultimate high but also lung cancer along the way. Not to say the premature wrinkles. But still the number 1 choice by most?

5. Laughter Yoga - Yoga without the yoga. The only key exercise is to laugh your heart out. It's ok to look like a clown too. Laughter Yoga Clubs are all over the world.

What is your stress-busting formula?

How to Decorate like a Pro for Less

My Frugal decor without the "Frugal look"

I love to decorate but I also don't like blowing up my budget while achieving the look I want. Here are some of my best kept secrets that you can use:

a) Create your own decor. Nothing beats making your own decorations. You set your own price/budget and come up with something you love. Tip:  If you can't, this crafter can make them for you!

I created the centerpiece on this mantel which normally sells for $45 but only cost me less than $10! I used individual ornament pieces and assembled them right on the mantel. Great thing about this, once disassembled, you get a different look each year! The wreaths sells for $40 or more in stores. My better version $5! The Floral arrangements sells for $60. My version, $10! (cost is based on materials only. Add labor fee and of course it's a different story) Key here is, it's cheaper making them yourself.

b) Buy decors on year-end holiday sales. Most of my materials was from previous year-end sales which are incorporated to each upcycled decor that now sits in my living room.

Out of creative ideas? Grab a medium-sized pre-made candle ring, a glass bowl and Christmas balls. Put the glass bowl on top of candle ring, fill the bowl with ornaments and voila! An attractive speaker topper or coffee table centerpiece!

Is my living room looking a lot like Christmas? I hope so! Any frugal holiday tips to share? If you have any, I would like to hear from you as a guest blogger. Up for the challenge? Please hurry and let me know. Otherwise, I would love to hear any of your tips here.

Zen Moment: Remembering the Brave Men & Women of our Country

For my Niece.

Little Trivia:

Did you know that Armistice Day was the old name
for Veterans Day?

It was. Thank you to our brave men and women

who defended and are still defending our Country today!

Let us all remember them with prayers...

A Blessed Veterans Day to all!

Did You Know There's Help?

Here's one best kept secret that not a lot of people seem to know. So secret, not even your company will bother mentioning it to you or even know about! If you already know about this good for you!

Here is what I recently discovered : Employment Security Commission benefits doesn't only cover unemployment claims for laid off workers but that they also cover workers whose job were reduced from Full time to Part time! Yes, you read that right! If your work have been suddenly reduced to part time due to this curse in the economy, you can get financial assistance! This benefit is called Attached Claim and it is easy to apply.

You'll only need one form: NCUI 501 which requires information from you and your employer and their signature. Payroll week ending covers Monday to Sunday and the gross payment for that week. Submission is required every week. If your employer agrees, you can even submit your application online rather than via snail mail.

Now you know! If you're in this current situation, avail of this benefit. IT IS YOUR benefit. In this unstable economy, every little help is better than nothing.

Note: This claim only applies to workers who works for the same company where job were reduced due to lack of business. If you need further information you can visit the ESC website.

The word of the day: Achoo!

Yes, achoo! is right. Zen Mama is sick! OH NO! Yes, I am. Dang it! The dreadful, yukky, icky cold virus finally got me. I missed work today of course and here I am sitting on the couch like an old fart, nose running and feeling like Ugh! Tissues became my instant BFF. I don't like being sick. I hate it with a passion! But with a sick kid all over you for the past week and coughing and barking at your face like an ogre , it's bound to happen. Hand-washing and hand sanitizer pathetically lost this fight and I'm paying for it. Drat!

So PLEASE don't be like me...

a) Go grab one of those surgical masks and keep it plastered on your face!

b) Arm yourself with big bottles of hand-sanitizers.

c) Do frequent trips to the restroom to wash your hands

d) TAKE LOTS and LOTS of Vitamin C.

e) AND Don't ever, ever let your kid cough on your face!

From the Experts :

Swine Flu Tips as posted at the childrens clinic we went to.

WHAT NOT TO DO:

a) Don't PANIC

b) Don't rush to the ER

c) Don't be afraid to eat PORK

d) Don't hoard Antiviral medicines

e) Don't Leave home if you feel sick

DO:

Wash hands, wash hands, wash hands, wash hands, wash hands!!!

Good hygiene = Best prevention

yeah NOW you tell me...

My get well card from the culprit

she meant to say "I hope you get better" - sweet huh?

that's me bundled under the blanket & her next to me.

Papa is the appointed "doctor".

And if you do get the dreaded germs like I did: ONE WORD FOR YOU - Oscillococcinum (let's see if you can pronounce this one) - by Boiron. You got to try this! It's my saving grace each time I get the nasty cold/flu virus. It comes in small tube that contains round pellets that tastes like sugar and very crunchy. Yummy! Better than Tamiflu w/c has nasty side effects. (and NO, I'm not paid to endorse this product. It just works for me and my family, this is why I'm recommending it. A mom to a mom is all)

This was effectively used during a study in 1987 where H1N1 virus
was later on identified as the culprit of the flu epidemic at that time.

Now please wish me well so that I can talk to you about what the ugly antibiotic did to my child next time. Now, excuse me, I need to blow my nose...Aaannaaakkk! where is that box of tayhssueee!!!

Ah! to be home sick...

Have you entered the Super Mom giveaway yet? What about the Disney on Ice giveaway?

Charlotte Moms Like Me

Super Mom Me with my little cutie
Psst! YOU can win a shirt just like this!
(look for details below)

When I moved to Charlotte 6 years ago, it was particularly tough not having any family close by. It's like being in a lonely planet. No friends to hang out with. No Mom friends to connect with either! It was crazy! So, I went online and searched for local Mom groups to connect with. I was lucky to find the relatively well-known group (which will remain nameless) and signed up immediately. I did connect. Started to make friends. I even organized a day-out for all the Moms & Kids for a free Martial Arts class so we can all get together & meet in person. Things were looking up, so I thought...

Due to life & work, I was not able to sign in for about a month and what do you know? For some odd reason, my account was disabled! WTH?! Weird part of it, I haven't heard from any of those moms either during that course of time. Not even the moderator who I was in constant contact with. And I thought I've made friends. I guess they never really cared about their members. And that site has so many restrictions it was utterly ridiculous! From then on, I was hesitant joining other so-called local "MOM" groups in this area again. It was a very distasteful experience.

The Lovely Beverly (City Ambassador aka sleepymom7) and Me

at the recent Moms@Work Luncheon

Then my blogging life took off, I've gotten more "connections" online but I still craved local mom connections. So I searched AGAIN and Eureka! CharlotteMomsLikeMe.com! Ok for the life of me, I was a bit reluctant joining but hey, I'll never know until I try, won't I? So, I "tested the waters". I liked it and never looked back since! Only a month being a member, I already feel "at home". I made great friends and was privileged to meet these wonderful ladies during the recent Moms at Work Luncheon on Sept. 17 in person! Can't wait to hang out with them again soon.

If you're a mom looking to connect with other moms in Charlotte, this is a great site to be a part of and let's just say that this site is way more member-friendly and everyone here is so supportive & will make you feel at home instantly! You can be YOU here! And you know what's great about now? I'm giving away 3 Super Moms Tee to 3 lucky readers courtesy of Charlotte Moms Like Me - just because we MOMS, are fabulous! Cool huh?!

Here is what you need to do! The drill is plain and simple:

a) Leave a comment telling me why it is essential to connect with other moms.

For additional Entry: (leave separate comments)

b) Go to CharlotteMomsLikeMe.com and sign up. Come back here and tell me your screen name. Not from Charlotte? - They've got other local site locations where you can join!

*Note: If you're an existing member - leave a comment w/ your screen name.

c) Follow Zen MamaVentures (if you're already a follower, leave a comment)

d) Subscribe to Zen MamaVentures RSS Feeds (If you're already a subscriber, leave a comment)

e) Twitter: Follow @MaricrisG and tweet this: I just entered Zen Mamaventures giveaway to win a cool SUPER MOM Tee! @MaricrisG http://bit.ly/2m2rHL #charlottemomslikeme (if you're already a follower, just tweet the message & leave a comment)

The contest will run for 2 weeks from Sept 21 to Oct 15th 12AM EST. OPEN TO US ADDRESSES ONLY. Please make sure to leave your email address so I can contact you if you're the winner. No blog? Just leave a comment & your email address. Best of luck to all!

Bad Breath

Bad Breath?! I know, I know. You're probably saying this woman is nuts and has nothing better to talk about. Nuts, I am , yes and proud of it matter of factly.

Is there a point to this story, yes I will get to it, hold on to yar britches.

I know everyone's got bad breath! I'm not ashame to admit that I have it. I'm sure you have it. Unless, you have a condition called halitosis (say: hal-uh-toe-sis) then please say no more and cover your mouth or chew some gum when you talk to me.

Alright, alright, I'm getting to the point.

Well, you see I work in an environment where I ocassionally mingle, for the love of me, with REAL PEOPLE - yes, I do too - on a need to basis. I'm safer this way, if you get my drift. Now I was told NOT to talk about my job when blogging but this one is an exception, I promise I'm not going to diss anyone except this one person, only because he is not my co-worker and ONLY because he always blow me away with his bad breath! His name is Joey rhymes with ewwweyyy.

I MEAN REALLY.

If you've got bad breath, how can you not know? If I was a cat, I would have exhausted all my nine lives with this one guy. And today, I almost died again! Joey needed something and came to see me. As soon as he opened his mouth, I knew I was gonna get it! The Poo pit! God, IT SMELLED LIKE HELL! And his breath travels like 1000 horse powered industrial fan!

I CAN JUST SEE HEADS ROLLING. ALL MINE!

I tell you, if I get more doses of his halitosis, I will end up in lalaland or inside a wooden box! I'm such a good girl in all this, I'm sure I'll go to heaven. BUT I DON'T WANT TO DIE YET!

Now Excuse me but I have to wash my nose. His stinkin' odor is stuck inside my nostrils. I can still smell it and he's already gone. AND when I get home, I'll have me a mega shower. I've been skunked!

Wish you were here to experience this with me. I sure need a pal to die with me next time. I've got cookies and tea. And NO don' tell me to wear a mask. It didn't work last time!

And what's the point to this story? Well, that bad breath is BAD BREATH and it can kill just like underarm odor! AND No, I'm NOT going to talk about that now. So much stink for one day!

Paying it Forward - Woman to Woman

I remember when I was fresh off from college and started looking for a job, I felt so lost and so insecure because I didn't have the right suit to wear during my interviews. I drool literally when I see other applicants wearing fancy corporate suits next to me, same time feeling a tinge of self-pity because I couldn't afford any of those. Looking good boosts self-esteem and confidence.

And why am I telling you these?

I know how it is to have nothing and there are LOTS of women out there now who are in the same shoe as I was. But the good news is, there is help! This is where you and I come in.

I'm proud to let you know that I've recently partnered with Charlotte Parents' Moms@Work event to help acquire donations for this years recipient: Dress for Success Charlotte. A cause aimed in helping underprivileged women in our country! The event will take place on Sept 17, 2009 at Westin Hotel Charlotte NC.

Moms @ Work is an annual event hosted by Parents Charlotte Magazine intended to bring working moms together to network and socialize. The Speaker this year is Wendy Sachs, former congressional press secretary and Emmy award-winning former producer at "Dateline NBC".

Dress for Success is an international non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of women located in 85 cities across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., the Netherlands and New Zealand.

This is what I'm accepting in their behalf:

Conservative jewelry such as necklaces, broaches, earrings (pierced and clip-on) and bracelets – no watches please. In addition, scarves in all colors and patterns– large enough to tie around neck – no wool please. Please put items separately in small zip top bags to avoid tangling and breakage.

This is your chance to make a difference. Your donations doesn't need to be new. Give from your heart and know that your little donation will go a long way. You can donate IN HONOR OF YOUR MOTHER, YOUR SISTER, YOUR DAUGHTER OR YOURSELF. Who knows, one of these women receiving your donations could be related to you!

As a compliment to those who own businesses & wanting to donate, I'm giving you the option to include your business cards inside the zip bag along with your donations.

Be a part of this GOLDEN mission. Most women have a piece or two in their jewelry boxes that they never use. Pass it on to someone who can use it for all the right reasons.

To donate: Please email me at criska826 at gmail dot com so I can email you back the address where to send your donations. Then please link your blog or Store with Mr. Linky. DEADLINE for donations is Sept. 10, 2009.

Caution: Only legit people donating should link here. If you are caught cheating, this blog has a standing order to shoot first then delete after.

NOW THESE PEOPLE ARE AWESOME. They answered my call to donate without lifting an eyebrow as soon as they saw my post on the Etsy Forum which sadly was closed by Etsy Admin. WHATEVER.

All I know is that I have found kind-hearted fellow Etsyians WHO will DONATE to my drive:

Le Chat Rose , Earth Wind N Fire , GrandMa's Best kept Secrets , Peppers2 Creations , Boo Boo's Bowtique . YOU RAWK!

AND I ALSO KNOW that I'll get by with a little help from my bloggy friends...

Death of a Legend, a money making deal for others: Michael Jackson Frenzy

photo courtesy of TMZ.com

With the unexpected death of Michael Jackson, while fans are thrown into hysteria, proliferation of entrepreneur- driven minds seem to have taken advantage of this tragedy to make money. One of them in the form of books.

I was just at the bookstore today and the first thing that greeted us at the door was this display table and shelf filled with several so-called biography books from different authors documenting Michael Jackson's life.

I could not believe it. Michael Jackson is not even dead for a month! Everyone is still practically mourning his death. But I guess, this frenzy has a lot of income-generating potential that it's too hard to pass up by some.

I flipped through some of the books and most of them featured picture gallery of Michael Jackson including current ones surrounding his death. What boggled my mind was how fast these authors whipped up these books and published them in less than a month? Some of them were really thick even without the picture gallery inclusions.

Fans should know better than to buy these books on an impulse. Because the question is, are these books even worth buying?

You think these authors would bother writing about Billy Mays? I doubt it.

Just saying....

Armageddon Rising?

Yesterday our lounging area at the office was abuzzed with moms who has converged in one spot and passionately grumbling and complaining about our current situation in Charlotte, NC and neighboring towns. Typical moms yakking at each other back and forth, decibel rising higher and higher! I wanted to scream shut up!!! My ears were starting to hurt! yeah, put two women in a room and it will be noisy. Now put 10 disgruntled women in the equation = VERY NOISY!!! so, what is the deal with them you ask? Well, nothing serious really - the entire area is just OUT OF GAS!!! can you believe this!? what the heck is going on?!

So, while my ears were almost at the verge of bleeding...one of the moms jokingly said- smile, grin and all, "this is like Armageddon!" - I almost fell out of my seat! "a whaattt???!" I could have slapped her crazy right there and then. Does she even know what she's saying?! She shouldn't even joke about it! Armageddon will be the last thing she'll ever want right now! She's either trying to be funny, plain ignorant or plain stupid! Then she started bragging about the new lot that they bought yadda yadda yadda - show-off! All the other moms went silent at this point...Thank heavens! but it didn't last long...women!!!

As for that "Mrs. Show-off's" Armageddon stunt, I was reminded of the movie by the same title where Bruce Willis and Liv Tyler starred in. I liked the movie and the visual rendition of it. It's a very scary sight but then it also offers hope at the end with a little sacrifice in the process. ( You think that mom will be a good sacrifice? Maybe then, she'll KNOW exactly what she's talking about!)



Oh btw, if this gas problem isn't resolved soon - I'm either walking to work or staying at home doing house chores (all day)! - Not sure which is worst. Some of our members here has already informed us that they can't go to work or here because they don't have gas. One of them checked 20 gas stations and they're all dry!!! - ah can we use A-1 sauce instead??? huh funny!!! Ok I'm talking to myself now...

Dang! can I just blame all them politicians??? eh, where's our tax money now ha!? Gas people, beat it! we need gas not your stinky gas! Anyone else experiencing the same shortage?



P.S. my Promo giveaway is open till Oct 15th. Come and join! It's my first. Please make it memorable for me :)

A funnier version of GAS:
Mom on Gas- Que Horror

To Hell on Monday

When I was growing up, I found this tiny book titled "To hell on Monday" in my parents' mini-library. Always the curious kid, I flipped through the pages and read a few, but my brain being young at that time, had not the ability to comprehend or even pathom what the title implies. Yet for some odd reason, the title stuck with me all through these years. Was it a revelation or just a plain reminder of how awful mondays are ? I tried to find the book online to reconnect to this apparent mysterious imprint etched on the regresses of my memory, unfortunately it is unfound. Do you ever have such a phenomena like this?

Nonetheless, don't you just hate Mondays ? I do. For any working individuals like me, Monday is such a dreadful day! It's the precursor to another gruelling week of work. A hateful reminder that you have to shed your jammies in place of office suits and get your lazy butt in high gear to keep up with your corporate persona. Monday is like reality TV, only a lot less glamorous and definitely hated by most.

But not so, if you're in the Middle East. Saturday, is their first day of the week and just recently, in Kuwait, the Amir proclaimed that Sunday should be Kuwait's 1st day of the week. Now that's something!

On a happier note: My monday today is filled with glad tidings! Weith has given me this award:

According to him: Maricris at Zen Ventures gets it for having what I think is an interesting, quirky writing style. Did you know she pumped gas for the first time recently?

Yes, no denying, I am weird, quirky - watchamacallit -writer, which sets me apart from the norm (what is normal anyway?)- which at any proportion definitely makes me a Kick-ass blogger! :) and oh by the way, I can also kick-ass in person. I have a background in Shaolin kung-fu and Tai-chi. Yaaaa!!!!

Thanks Weith! It is such an honor and that's very true in it's truest sense. Recognition is the highest form of flattery that you can bestow to another human or (with my current status) alien. And especially when it's the 1st.

I shall savor this moment for now...before the award moves on to another deserving alien...er blogger...

btw, you might also be interested in checking my not- so-quirky contributions here: Working Mother

So how's your monday ? Do you ever feel like you're entering the pits of hell when Monday rolls around ? Even moreso, a gruelling aversion by just the mere thought of it ? Monday or not, what is your most hated day and best loved day and why ?

Any Thoughts ?

One Accomplished Zombie

1:07 am...dogs are howling...it's the dead of the night...the Zombie awaken to prowl in the darkness, lurking in the shadows of a dimly lit room...moving stealthily like death itself. Ready to pounce on the next unsuspecting victim of this gory nocturnal ritual. Everyone is fast asleep...the zombie advances...you better hide before this monster finds you --- or be doomed forever!

Aaaaahhhh! It got me...and I GOT YOU! You've just been Zombiezised! - Now, you're mine! LOOK at my blog...SUBSCRIBE to my blog...COMMENT on my blog...Ok, it don't work that way but hey, you're here so might as well.

Obviously as you can see, I've prowled the nights, 2x in a row now. Not blogging mind ya, but BEADING. With me working 100% full-time, weekends are usually the only time I can really focus on my beading work- or anything else for that matter. And so far this is what this Zombied mom has created : 13 beautiful earrings (lucky 13 eh?) and a masterpiece. I just fell in love with this lovely necklace. Take a look :

These are all unlisted yet, so you won't find them in my Etsy store, but you will soon.



And some more: My unpopular blog is finally going places and getting a wider audience from all over along with comments too (considering my lack of blog hopping-this is promising) - Thank you to all, especially toTammy, Renee', Meeya, Ana, Marlene, Beth, Angie, ChristiS, Jonara, Ivy and Mamonski3 - You make my day! Then this Zombie mom's biggest blogging accomplishment to boot (at this time) was being accepted to contribute as one of the mom bloggers at Working Mother Magazine's online site(yay!but nothing really special); got her 1st custom made order and hopefully, her 1st jewelry demo stint- Thanks Diane. The Zombie Angels must have been smiling down at me...

So, here I am. Monday. First day of the work week.Sleepy.Glaring like a lifeless person infront of my PC. My eyes are bloodshot.My brain is fried. I have a headache. The day is almost ending...a smile appears on my lips..typical Zombie I am.

If you're a Zombie, connect and let your voice be heard ...don't just prowl...aawrrrr....

Penny for your Thoughts?
xox Maricris xox

Working Mother Syndrome

Working Mothers Beware! You might have it but not know it...WMS is the most undiagnosed disease, severely symptomatic, causes are known, but no known cure except maybe stay home! Early detection is the key, see if you exhibit any indication that you are inflicted with the disease:

Low-Tolerance Levels: you're highly irritable! Can't stand anyone in the office. You're tired of your boss. Tired of your co-workers. Tired of your office. Tired leaving home in the morning. Tired of your work. You're just simply tired of anything that has to do with the word WORK!

Low-Energy Levels: you're simply tired all the time! And you feel sick most days! The mere thought of getting up in the morning to get ready to leave work, zaps your energy level down to a mere 10% (the bed instantaneously becomes your bestfriend!) And by the time you get to work, your energy level had dipped down to 0%!

MOOD swings: you're happy one day, frustrated on another day. You're bored today, highly productive the next day. Its like going thru menopausal or having PMS. You are just one hormonally-charged atom! - oddly enough, you get these mood swings ONLY when you're at work!

The Big D: Depression.period.

"I wish" Nigtmares: I wish I could just stay home...I wish I could stay in bed longer...I wish I have more time (to blog and hop-blog and twit)...I wish...I wish...

Insomnia : you start suffering from lovinitbeingathome-induced insomnias. You get wired up and alive as soon as you get home from work- like a boost from a cup of good java coffee (besides blogging)- that fires you up until the wee hours of the night. You lose track of time doing this, doing that, tinkering here, tinkering there (blogging left and right), next thing you know, it's way too late in the night. Z is your most dreamt of letter in the alphabet! You're just one restless mama!

and last but not the least:

WAHM and SAHM attacks : You get mild WAHM and SAHM attacks more frequently. The attacks lasts for a day or two. And during this attacks, all you can think about during and after each day (besides blogging and twittering) is how to become a WAHM or SAHM. You're inconsolable! If you exhibit any of these general symptoms, please see your blogging advisor or your twitter clinic for immediate help.

Sleepedemicauliflowericious

Whaatt ??? - i don't know, I just made that up but who knows it might actually make it to Webster.

Now here's the real scoop, what would you do if you caught someone sleeping at work ???

- Let me know what you're insights are. Inputs from other people is always good!

My Answer : Take a picture !


My officemate sleeping at half past 2 in the afternoon. I tried to take a picture of him and his maltese dog, who was also napping, but it came out blurry (like master, like pet). He asked for my permission if he can doze off for a bit ( yeah right! I will collect dues later!) so, I can't complain. I might use this as a wild card someday! (",)

Shhh !!! don't tell him...I hope he doesn't kill me for posting this photo!

Now, it's your turn...

Summer Fever

Summer is here and so is my headache! It is so sweltering hot today and it has been giving everyone I know a headache! I have a headache which started yesterday. It is so hard to focus with my little nerves rebelling inside my head and translating into a pounding pain! Aargghh!!! for anyone who experience migraine headaches, I'm sure you can relate. I went back to work after my lunch, armed with a washcloth which I drenched with cold water and had it draped over my nape and occasionally, pressing it against my face for cool comfort throughout the rest of my day. Oh the woes of summer heat! I'm glad I don't live in Kuwait or the Philippines anymore. Could be worst! I feel for my family and friends who lives in both these Hot hot countries! May the cool breeze of the northern sky blow kisses to your flushed cheeks and your sweaty (if not stinky) kili-kilis! hehehe!!! Right Jenna?! kili-kili !

My consolation of the day : My boss came in to my office singing "you are the sunshine in Dale's life..." - sweet! but my, I didn't want him to make my headache worst so I stopped him before he does irreversible damage to my ear or my brains! (",) - overall, you don't get your boss to serenade you all the time(knowing my boss- you'd think he had lost it! ) so, I guess it was considerably an Ok day at work afterall in spite of my nagging headache...