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1. When did you last see a rainbow? Have you ever seen a double rainbow?
:: Mid-July on our long-drive from California to Texas, a freak hail storm stopped us in Kansas. A rainbow appeared after a few minutes to signal us that everything was now fine. A few minutes later another rainbow appeared on top of the other one, probably telling us that everything was really, really fine.

2. Do you know anyone who actually says “OMG” in conversation?
:: Uhmm. I do, sometimes. Heehee.

3. What is the most beautiful natural sight you’ve ever taken in?
:: I can name a lot! Let’s see, there’s the Grand Canyon. The Mayon Volcano. The Banaue Rice Terraces. Beaches of Boracay. My daughter. Now, my new baby.

4. If you had to freak out about something visible outside your window right now, what would it be?
:: My husband triumphantly waving a pair of front seat U2 tickets. It’s definitely a beautiful day!

5. Andy Warhol famously wrote that “In the future, everyone will be world-famous for fifteen minutes.” What are your thoughts on fame in this new century, where everyday people seem to gain fame at the speed of an Internet connection?
:: Everybody deserves their fifteen minutes of fame. I only hope that they’ll be famous for all the right and good reasons. :)

MrsWorkingGirl :: Aug.30.2010 :: Friday5 :: No Comments »

Hello health care professionals! Are you in need of chic, professional, and comfortable medical scrubs?

A few months ago, my cousin imported some high quality scrubs from abroad because she couldn’t find the kind of scrubs that were as durable and as stylish as she wanted locally.  I guess, she really wanted  perfect hospital wear that could hold up to the various exposures she encounters every day, as well as look good doing it.  In the same vein, my uncle, who is a nurse, had some trouble looking for quality scrubs for men. He usually ends up buying from the local superstore but is neither very happy with the quality nor the cut.

Now they need to look no further.  BlueSkyScrubs.Com is an online scrub store that offers high quality, yet stylish scrubs. For my uncle, they even have men’s scrubs and scrub hats, too.  Their line of scrubs are offered in several different colors, with their signature designer stitching, and comes with pockets where health professionals would need them.

The health profession is a difficult but fulfilling one, but there’s no reason not to look good (and feel comfortable) doing it.

MrsWorkingGirl :: Aug.30.2010 :: Nickel and Dime :: No Comments »

More Friday5!

1. When were you last in ocean waters?
:: Around the last week of May, we went to Huntington Beach. Such a totally cool place!

2. When did you last fly over ocean waters?
:: Mid-May. We crossed the Pacific from Asia to North America. :)

3. What ocean sports activity seems like the most fun?
:: Scuba diving! Or if closer to the beach, riding the banana boat :) It sure beats just sitting on the wooden swing sets at home. Definitely more exciting!

4. What are your thoughts or feelings about public aquariums?
:: Educationally, it helps, especially in making people aware about oceanic habitats and such. However, there’s still a part of me that questions the humanity of it – uprooting aquatic animals from their real habitats in order to showcase them somewhere else. I don’t know, I think I’m on the fence about it.

5. What are your thoughts or feelings about sushi?
:: I love them! The Japanese people are geniuses for inventing this dish. Unfortunately, as a pregnant woman, they’re off limits to me right now.

MrsWorkingGirl :: Aug.30.2010 :: Friday5 :: No Comments »

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1. Besides plain, what’s your favorite way to eat an apple?
:: Caramel Apples! Or as Apple Cobblers. Yum!

2. Besides plain, what’s your favorite way to eat berries?
:: As a pie. Its the ultimate comfort food. Especially if its cold outside and you have a nice, sweet, warm blueberry pie… its like being draped in the ultimate set of well-made, comfortable, beautiful, sweaters.

3. Besides plain, what’s your favorite way to eat a banana?
:: Ala Bananas Foster. Or as a smoothie!

4. Besides plain, what’s your favorite way to eat a peach?
:: As a pie. Or as a sherbet. Or dipped in honey!

5. Besides plain, what’s your favorite way to eat a pineapple?
:: As a garnish to a yummy tropical drink as I lounge on a beach chair next to the ocean. :)

MrsWorkingGirl :: Aug.30.2010 :: Friday5 :: No Comments »

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1. Most neighborhoods have at least one place that’s (according to lore) haunted. What the haunted place in your neighborhood (or in the neighborhood where you grew up), and what’s the story?
:: We lived in a small subdivision in the suburbs and there was this one house that nobody “seemed” to live in, and that’s because we couldn’t see anybody entering or leaving the house. It was painted all white, from the fence to the walls, windows, and doors, which I guess prompted every kid in the neighborhood to call it “The White House”. Although we thought nobody lived in the house, though, there would always be light in one of the bedrooms downstairs at night. Until now, I still don’t know who lives/lived in that house.

2. Most neighborhoods have at least one place where some kid (according to legend) did something daring, dangerous, and most likely stupid. What’s the place in your neighborhood (or in the neighborhood where you grew up), and what’s the story?
:: There’s a creek behind our house that lots of people believe is home to some huge snakes. Sometimes, I see some kids walking up to the creek with a stick, presumably to look for snakes. And yes, actually they would sometimes bring up a snake or two from the creek. And yes, unfortunately, a few have been bitten in the process, too, being carried out with a tourniquet. I’m sure these might have given them an idea to take up a health care career in the future, or at least gain a little more common sense.

3. Most neighborhoods have some lame building (like a bank or a gas station) where there used to be something much, much cooler. What’s the place in your neighborhood (or in the neighborhood where you grew up), and what’s the story?
:: There was a convenience store right beside our house that used to be the hang-out of some great television actors. It was even used as a backdrop for a couple of old movies, too. The store has since been torn down and turned into a Chinese restaurant. :(

4. In most neighborhoods of our youths, there are a few places that almost always cause us to say, “That’s the place where I _________.” What’s one such place in the neighborhood where you grew up, and what’s the story?
:: Walking home from school, there was this old newstand that sold anything from newspapers to comics. “That’s the place where I bought my first comic books.” I used to not eat lunch so that I could use the money to buy “Funny Comics” and read about Niknok to my hearts’ content.

5. Where in the neighborhood where you grew up would you most likely run into someone today who knew you when you were a kid?
:: The church. :)

MrsWorkingGirl :: Aug.30.2010 :: Friday5 :: No Comments »

My daughter has been bugging me forever to get her a puppy. During our vacation in Manila, she got a bit attached to our 3 year old Shih Tzu, Horlicks, thus her wish. However, aside from the logistics of having a pet right now, there are also a lot of responsibilities related to pet ownership that I think my daughter is not yet ready for. A huge chunk of that is keeping the dog healthy and clean.

As it happens, I saw an awesome product included in the Costco monthly coupon book for pets that not only helps them keep their teeth clean, freshens their breath, as well as reduce plaque and tartar build-up, but also is a highly digestible, ideal, yummy treat. Its called Nylabone Nubz.

These Edible Dental Dog Chews are veterinarian-recommended, made with real chicken, gluten-free, and with no added sugar, salt, or preservatives. Apparently, dogs love them, too!

So if you’re interested in getting Nylabone Nubz for your own pet, hurry and grab them with the Costco coupon (which will save you $3.50), and is only available until the 12th of September. Now, get that pet of yours to smile!

MrsWorkingGirl :: Aug.30.2010 :: Nickel and Dime :: No Comments »

One of the things I dream about is opening up my own breakfast bar or restaurant. Having a sister who cooks professionally, at least I already have one major point addressed (that is, if I could afford to hire her, haha!). However, aside from the usual major considerations in setting up shop, there are also many other options to think about. Part of it is helping keep the customers happy and entertained, which is where setting up a television system in a restaurant comes into play.

As I have learned, commercial satellite tv is very different from the usual cable connections we all probably have at home. Not only do you need to have access to lots of channels, these shows also have to be in high definition, the system must be be easily controlled, as well as dependable. We don’t want the tv turning off during that all important touchdown, do we?

So here is where direct sat commercial direct tv comes in. As the administrator of the tv system, the owner is able to control the shows depending on the theme of the restaurant, solely create the ambiance needed to keep guests comfortably entertained, and set the tone for the entire business.

Some people think that delving into the Dish business is a pricey undertaking. Finding a good satellite cable provider for your restaurant, office lobby, or business waiting room, does not need to break the bank. With a dependable satellite cable provider like DirecTV, its as easy as pushing the ON button on your remote and putting your feet up comfortably on the coffee table.

MrsWorkingGirl :: Aug.23.2010 :: Nickel and Dime :: No Comments »

Last weekend was a fun one. Initially, we were only hoping to catch the Fourth of July fireworks at Fort Worth. Inadvertently, we also got to participate in one of the most fun things we’ve ever done in a long while.

What do you think these crazy people (who all seem to be high on testosterone cream) are about to do? :)

They are all climbing up the hill and getting ready to slide down on their cardboards! :)

And here are the crazy loves of my life getting ready to join in the craziness.

One…two…threeeee!

Yey! It was really a lot of fun. :)

And you know what, we’re counted! At exactly 4:30pm, at the sound of a horn, everybody (and I mean everybody) slid down all together down the hill to make a world record attempt of “the most people sliding downhill at one time”.

Guiness notoreity, there you go!

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Thank you for viewing our weekend snapshot along Trinity River behind LaGrave Field at Fort Worth, Texas.

More weekend snapshots HERE.

MrsWorkingGirl :: Jul.09.2010 :: WeekendSnapshots :: 1 Comment »

More Friday5!

1. In the fairy tale of your life, who is the knight in shining armor?
:: My husband, definitely.

2. In the fairy tale of your life, who is the evil villain?
:: Deep-fried food, haha! And for a time, eczema.

3. In the fairy tale of your life, who is the loyal, comedic sidekick?
:: My bestfriend. :)

4. In the fairy tale of your life, what comes right after “Once upon a time…?”
:: They traveled the world and lived in cute little castles on various far-flung kingdoms.

5. In the fairy tale of your life, who is the fairy godmother?
:: God, He’s made lots of magic and miracles in my life.

MrsWorkingGirl :: Jul.09.2010 :: Friday5 :: No Comments »

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1. What’s your favorite zoo animal?
:: The elephant. Stinky as they are, I just love them. :)

2. What’s your favorite circus act?
:: Trapeze artists. I’ve had a fascination with them for as long as I can remember.

3. When did you last attend (or participate in) a parade?
:: I don’t know if this counts but my daughter and I participated in the character parade at Disneyland a couple of months ago. They needed volunteers to dance with Alice and the rest of the peeps in wonderland, my daughter obliged so I had to do a little bit of wigglin’ with the jackrabbit too, hehe.

4. When did you last attend a sporting event?
:: Last Friday. I watched my husband play basketball with and against his co-workers. They do this every Friday, while the women play badminton. Beats taking apidexin to get slimmer, right? :)

5. What unique festivals does your area feature in celebration of some kind of food?
:: Here and around Dallas, the do have an Annual Jalapeno festival in Laredo, BBQ and Blues festival in Bedford, Peach Festival at Parker, and a Grapefest at Grapevine. However, I haven’t been to any of these yet so that’s something to look forward to.

MrsWorkingGirl :: Jul.09.2010 :: Friday5 :: No Comments »