I went home yesterday and I was too surprised that I’ve seen a big box in our lawn and my sister told me that Sean bought me something for Christmas…It’s a Christmas present!!! I got a Tent! Yeppee! He - He! It seems that my spirit soars high when I received this present. blushes. I thought it was just a joke… I never expected that someone will gonna give me a present but nevertheless I was too happy and very touch by the effort. wink!

My interest mostly lays in Outdoor activities and this present would benefit me to have a perfect camp. Mostly, when I went for a camp I usually use the tent of my officemate but now, I got my own tent! Yeppee! When I open it from a box, I immediately assemble the tent and I am too amazed by the perfect design. It is an 8ft.x7.5ft (2.43×2.28m) Backpacking Dome.

Northwest Territory Tent 

The tent that Sean gives me with an actual color and design

It has:

• CAMP PORT for ultimate convenience
• Unique EZ Glide system, allows zipper to glide smoothly without catching a fabric
• 4roof vents and large font mesh door flap for great ventilation
• Welcome mat keeps interior tidy
• Lightweight, compact and ideal as a backpacking tent

Tips in how to get rid of mildew on your tent

Mix 1/2 cup Lysol in a gallon of HO water. sponge the tent and let it dry. then mix 1 cup of salt and 1 cup of concentrated Lemon juice in 1 gallon of Hot water. Sponge the tent and let it dry. Store the tent in a dry cool Environment.

Me and my friends gathered last night,5 guys and 4 ladies (including me) I can’t help laughing out loud, talking and bubbling a lot about our escapades during our college days. Actually, since we graduate we haven’t spent time each other so much. We can’t even stay longer  and we don’t have much time to talk because we are too busy in our respective work/ profession. With this, we came up a great decision that next week we will go to Camiguin Island  and we will be staying at Bahay- Bakasyunan Resort. Too Glad because next week I got a 1 week vacation leave - enough to relax and have fun with my friends- (It would be fun going with them because seldom of us gathers ..)

ABOUT CAMIGUIN ISLAND

Camiguin Island Map

Camiguin is a pear-shaped volcanic island in the northern tip of Mindanao. It is approximately 90 kilometers north of the City of Cagayan de Oro. It is bounded to the north by Bohol Sea, to the west by Macajalar Bay, to the southeast by Gingoog Bay and to the east by Butuan Bay.It is also known as the smallest province in Northern Mindanao with a land area at 29,187 hectares . Composed of towns; Catarman, Guinsiliban, Sagay, Mahinog and Mambajao.mambajao is the Capital town in Camiguin Island. it has a seven volcanoes;the active is the Mt.Mount Hibok-Hibok and according to National Statistic office the population of people living there reach 74,232 persons - second smallest in the Philippines in terms o population.

Camiguin’s major products are coconut, cassava, banana, camote, palay, corn, fruits, coffee and vegetables.

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My friend asks me what gift would be better for her boyfriend this coming Christmas. I suddenly remembered the jewelries for men that I bought last week. Well, I bought a Man’s sterling silver identity bracelet  and a toe ring for my friends. Wink! So what I did, introduce the silver accessories to my friend. We went to the Unisilver Shop and she bought a necklace for his bf as a present this coming Christmas.

All About Silver jewelry:

Man’s sterling silver identity bracelet - (featured)

Gold is much expensive than the silver jewelries. But nowadays majority of people likes silver. You know why? If you like the look of platinum, but cannot afford the price tag, silver jewelry is a great alternative. The shiniest of all of the precious metals, it is not only beautiful but affordable too. No wonder why silver is the most popular jewelry among young adults.Silver jewelries is better for everything. It is fashionable and looks good in everything you wear.

Silver Jewelry History

Silver mining for the use of silver for adornments and jewelry began in the Bronze Age. Known to the Romans as Argentum, silver held a position of esteem among ancient Rome and was restricted to be used only as currency or objects of esteemed importance. You could find silver in the decor of religious buildings and silver utensils in the wealthiest households. But, there was inherent danger in silver mining; silver generally contained lead as well, and lead poisoning was a common side effect for miners. The Roman remedy for this was to have slaves work the mines, who usually died within 2-3 years.

The Greeks used silver as a disinfectant, made their drinking vessels out of silver to avoid contamination of their water, and the Egyptians wrapped wounds in a thin paper-like bandage to keep out infection. The disinfectant properties of silver lead to the exclusive use of silver utensils, drinking vessels, and plates and food storage containers. More recently, on the frontiers of the Wild West, settlers would suspend silver utensils in their drinking water in order to keep it pure and fresher longer.

Silver Purity

Silver is the brightest and shiniest metal in jewelry. Sterling silver jewelry is marked by 925, which symbolizes that it’s 92.5 percent pure silver. This is the most optimal purity level because the 7.5 percent of alloy toughens it just enough for jewelry purposes without taking away too much sheen.

Silver Care

Tips to make your silver jewelry shinier.

1. Silver polish or flannel cloth should get your necklaces shiny bright. Silver polish is kind of pastey/goopy. Coat the necklaces really thoroughly, leave it for 5 minutes or so, wipe it lightly with the flannel cloth ( don’t scrub with toothbrush -Toothbrush bristles — nylon or natural — can scratch soft metals such as sterling. ) and rinse in warm water. Do it at least once a week.

2. DO NOT use baking soda or any type of tooth paste on any jewelry. Not only does it cause very fine surface scratches it is nearly impossible to remove without professional help from all but flat surfaces and will not do justice to your stones either. (From a goldsmith and Unisilver company )

3. Pat it dry. Always wipe it with a flannel cloth to improve it shine.

4. Protect your silver jewelry and store it in a dry place away from moisture and dust. To prevent scratching, store each piece in individual pouches.

Someone ask me today what should I want for Christmas? Actually I will be expecting an outdoor gadget as a present this Christmas. Well, Sean will give me this present. Do you really know what thing I’m craving most??!!I still crave for Sony Ericsson W580i, I Don’t think I could buy this one for Christmas. Huhuhu..

ALL ABOUT SONY ERICSSON W580i

The W580i has a FM radio and Walkman player .This mobile phone totally amazed me by its sleekness. It also has a portable music device and has a complete music kit. You could get a stereo headset and everything you need to get your music from your computer to your phone. Connect, choose and transfer. Available in colors; boulevard black, Style white, Urban Grey and metro pink. You can have your favorite music with you wherever you go and a picture library and favorite Web sites. By this you could now play, rewind, fast forward, equalize, shuffle tracks and create play lists - just like in any other digital music player..

Many people worries about dandruff, how they will make their hair shinier, remedies of dry hair, how to prevent greasy hair and how to avoid hair split ends. Eventually I gather a lot of information about this.

I. Split Ends

Split ends are also known as Trichoptlosis. Split ends occur when the hair cuticle is damaged and the fibers of the cortex unravel. You can prevent Split ends. Exposure of hair to innumerable physical and chemical traumas causes split ends. It is important to get rid of split ends otherwise no hairstyle will look good.

Prevention

Splits ends has no solutions. The only method to get rid of split ends is to regularly trim your hair. Some useful preventive tips are given below:

1. If you’re using hair color take caution with chemicals. They can make your hair weak and cause split ends.
2. Get a trim at least every six weeks.
3. It’s best to use a wide tooth comb if your hair is vulnerable to splitting or use a natural-bristle brush instead of metallic combs and brushes.
4. When outdoors wear a hat or scarf to minimize sun damage.
5. To sleep use a satin pillow case to minimize tangles.
6. Avoid brushing your hair when it is wet and most vulnerable to split or break.
7. Stop using hair dryers, curling irons, crimpers, hot curlers, and straightening irons.
8. Use regular conditioner in your hair after shampooing, and a deep conditioner once a month.
9. Use shampoo with ingredients that include sunscreen and moisturizing cream in your hair if it is extremely dry.
10. Try a hair split repair product; split ends cannot be repaired but these products minimize the stray hair look.
11. If you swim at the pool. You should wear a swim cap to protect your hair from harsh chlorine and other water chemicals.

II. Greasy hair

In order to clean excess oil away from the scalp, a homemade remedies for your greasy hair:

1. Lemon mixed with a quart of good water such as distilled water, makes a great rinse. It is best to use the juice of two lemons and this can really help to reduce the oil on your scalp.
2. Also, you could use vinegar often for a really good rinse, though it does not smell as good as the lemon! It is better to use white vinegar and it is thought that two tablespoons of the vinegar mixed with one cupful of water should work perfectly. The vinegar acts as a tonic for the scalp and it clears any remaining soap away from the
3. You could use powder (unscented/scented - baby powder) a little at the root of your hair before straying. If it is a serious problem, put the power on heavily for 15 minutes wash completely, condition lightly, and style. If your scalp is really oily, you could do this every time you wash your hair.

III. Shiny hair

If you want to make your hair shiny you have to try this;

1. Honey in your tea, snack or applied as a small amount in the hair will give you shine.
2. Vitamin E is essential for your hair. Include brown rice, nuts, wheat germ and leafy green vegetables in your diet.
3. In a bowl mash avocado, one tbs. of olive oil and a tsp of baking powder. Mix well and apply it on your hair. Rinse it after 15 minutes.
4. Natural oil can also make your hair look shiny. Just brush or comb your hair.
5. Rinse your hair with cold water to enhance the shine of your locks. Rinsing with cold water will close & smoothen the cuticle making it look shiny.

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When I went to the malls there are lot of Christmas decors are for sale and as I passed several houses in our place I could see that there are lots of lanterns or Christmas decors placed in front of their houses.. Ha Ha! Christmas is now fast approaching and people were too busy preparing for Christmas.

When was the first Christmas card sent? Why do we kiss under the mistletoe? Learn the origins of Christmas and fun facts about some of our favorite Christmas traditions and symbols.

ORIGIN

The word “Christmas” is a contraction of two words “Christ’s mass” and is derived from the Middle English Christemasse and Old English Cristes mæsse, a phrase first recorded in 1038.There are lots of traditions in celebrating Christmas all over the world. These are base in culture and religious practices in every country. Christmas Day is celebrated on December 25 and Christmas Eve is the preceding day, December 24. It is an annual holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus.. The date as a birth date for Jesus is traditional, and is not considered to be his actual date of birth.. Many Christmas traditions are relatively recent such as Santa Claus and reindeer and bear no relation to Christmas carols. Christmas carols are based on Christian lyrics and relate, in the main, to the Nativity. Christmas carols were introduced in to church services by St Francis of Assisi in the 12th century. As for the word carols, “carol” is a derivative of the French word caroller, the interpretation of which means dancing around in a circle.

CHRISTMAS DECORATION

It’s clear that tinsel, green trimmings and electric lights are an important part of most peoples’ holiday. Evergreen trees and garlands were used as decorative symbols of eternal life by ancient Egyptians, Chinese and Hebrews; European pagans sometimes worshiped evergreen trees. By medieval times, western Germans used fir trees to represent the Tree of Paradise in mystery plays about Adam and Eve. They decorated the trees with apples and later with wafers to symbolize the host. The trees grew increasing popular in Germany and settlers introduced them to North America in the 17^th century. Many people also decorate with holly, mistletoe and ivy. Decorators started lighting up their trees with electric bulbs in the 1890s. Since then, lights have become an integral part of Christmas decorating.

TRUE ESSENCE OF CHRISTMAS

Well, as we all know decoration, parties and preparation of foods are not really much important. The true essence in celebrating of Christ birth are a time to share what you have, forgiveness and loving everyone (including your enemy –even she/he hurts you so much!). You know why? We exist of this world that God give us a gift of Life. We all know that we stumble with so many trials and we could say that life is too unfair… BUT! You shouldn’t be… It is a matter of patience and a constant struggle to survive in this testing ground (World).