Chicago TV

Post contributed by Toni Jensen

I got Dish TV Chicago when I first moved here and I sure am glad I did. At first I figured I wouldn't be watching it too often but as it turns out one of the best ways I've found to meet new people is to have a lot of people over whenever there some sort of game on. From the Cubs to the Bears there are so many great Chicago sports teams that it seems like there's always something going on that I can use to anchor apartment. I even have a great big grill outside so I turned again days into BBQ days as well which it seems like my friends are really enjoying. Thankfully my house is big enough that everyone can bring their own friends and that is what has really helped expand my social circle. When he moved to new city it's important you find ways to connect with others in your community and I guess this is the best way I can think of to do that. Plus I get to watch sports!

NY Giants Superbowl 2012

Last Sunday was a big sports event. And We watched the two different Championship matches. From Patriots, vs Ravens and Giants Vs 49ers.

I rooted for 49ers to advance to Superbowl 2012 against the NY Giants but sad to say they got beat. I liked the 49ers not for any reasons I simply like them because of the story behind their QB Alex Smith. How I wish they win but well...At least he has proven his worth though... But, it would be so great if they advance to Superbowl. It's been so long since the 49ers play in the playoff according to their record.

It was a great Sunday afternoon, and evening. After the game, I was able to watch my most fave tv show, AM Idol!!!

Bunn

I miss my grandmother so much. She means everything not just to me, but most to my brother. I miss her hugs and her kisses.I miss all the foods that she used to cook for us. She just loved us so much that even though she was in pain she didn't care as long as she can fed us. She took good care of all of us, like no any grandmother in this world that I have ever known. If only she is still alive I would buy her a bunn because she loved to drink coffee like no any other grandmother in this world I guess. She prefer to drink coffee rather than eat. It was amazing!

Pool heat pumps

A good and kind neighbor friend of mine owns a good size swimming pool, where I spent most of my summer time swimming and at the same time I get to enjoy the heat of the sun burning my skin. I just love it though...Anyway, She has this good size swimming pool and she is thinking of buying pool heat pumps because she wanted to be able to still enjoy swimming even during spring, fall and winter season. She despise the fact that they can only enjoy their swimming pool only in summer time and they all love to swim. Buying a pool heat pumps is what she is now thinking.

Happy Chinese New Year...

Happy Chinese New Year!!!

Goodbye Joe Paterno

Why condemned a person who didn't do the abused??? My friends and I were talking about this issue since it broke. I defended Joe Paterno which irritated my friend, she thought it was Joe's fault when Sandusky abused those young boys. But, my argument was, well, it wasn't Joe Paterno that abused those kids??? It's like when you are a parent and your kid is a rapist, can you condemned the rapist parents just because they are the parents??? Why condemned Joe Paterno?? I maybe pointless but, I still think Joe Paterno has nothing to do with Sandusky, maybe he should report to the police but maybe he thought it was none of his business, at all. anyway...

Now, he is gone for good...

R.I.P Joe Paterno...

Season 11 American Idol

American Idol is now in its now season 11 and still rocking!

Like I have said this is my favorite show, because I simply love watching those AM IDOL hopefuls and with their great voices. However, whenever there are contestants that have sad stories, they never fail to make me sad and worst made me cry as well. My eyes and heart cried with them.

Just like last Thursday night, one contestant, named Travis, and he was there last season 10 but never get through, he was knocked out on the Hollywood night, but he is pursuing his dream. And it just broke my heart how his mom left them... But, what touched my heart was his huge passion to keep pursuing his dream no matter what. He never stop and I do hope that somehow, some recording companies out there would give him a break!

3rd richest man in the world, Warren Buffett

Just sharing some important facts about Warren Buffett and we may be able to learn something, and we may be able to apply his secrets...

EVEN THE SECOND RICHEST MAN IN THE WORLD IS SIMPLE (WARREN BUFFETT)
HE DONATED $31 BILLIONS TO CHARITY.
FOLLOWING ARE SOME VERY IMPORTANT ASPECTS OF HIS LIFE:
1.HE BOUGHT HIS FIRST SHARE AT AGE 11 AND HE NOW REGRETS THAT HE STARTED TOO LATE.
(THINGS WERE VERY CHEAP AT THAT TIME, ENCOURAGE YOUR CHILDREN TO INVEST)
2.HE BOUGHT A SMALL FARM AT AGE 14 WITH SAVINGS FROM DELIVERING NEWSPAPERS.
(One could have bought many things with little savings)
(Encourage your children to start some kind of business)
3.HE STILL LIVES IN THE SAME SMALL 3-BEDROOM HOUSE IN MID- TOWN OMAHA, THAT HE BOUGHT AFTER HE GOT MARRIED AFTER 50 YEARS AGO. HE SAID HE HAS EVERYTHING HE NEEDS IN THAT HOUSE. HIS HOUSE DOES NOT HAVE A WALL OR FENCE.
(Don’t buy more than what you “really need”)
(Encourage your children to do and think the same)

4.HE DRIVES HIS OWN CAR EVERYWHERE AND DOES NOT HAVE A DRIVER OR SECURITY PEOPLE AROUND HIM.
(You are what you are)
5.HE NEVER TRAVELS BY PRIVATE JET, ALTHOUGH HE OWNS THE WOLD’S LARGEST JET PRIVATE COMPANY.
(Always think how you can accomplish things economically)

6.HIS COMPANY, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY, OWNS 63 COMPANIES. HE WRITES ONLY ONE LETTER EACH YEAR TO THE CEOS OF THESE COMPANIES, GIVING THEM GOALS FOR THE YEAR. HE NEVER HOLDS MEETINGS OR CALLS THEM ON A REGULAR BASIS.
(Assign the right people to the right jobs)
7.HE HAS GIVEN HIS CEOS TWO RULES.
RULE NO.1 DO NOT LOSE ANY OF YOUR SHARE
RULE NO.2 DO NOT FORGET RULE NO.1
8.HE DOES NOT SOCIALIZE WITH HIGH SOCIETY CROWD. HIS PAST TIME AFTER HE GETS HOME IS TO MAKE HIMSELF SOME POPCORN AND WATCH TELEVISION.
(Don’t try to show off, just be yourself and do what you enjoy doing.)
9.WARREN BUFFET DOES NOT CARRY A CELLPHONE, NOR HAS A COMPUTER ON HIS DESK.
10.BILL GATES THE WORLD RICHEST MAN MET HIM FOR THE FIRST TIME AFTER FIVE YEARS AGO. BILL GATES DID NOT THINK HE HAD ANYTHING IN COMMON WITH WARREN BUFFET. SO HE HAD SCHEDULED HIS MEETING ONLY HALF AN HOUR. BUT WHEN GATES MET HIM, THE MEETING LASTED FOR TEN HOURS AND BILL GATES BECOME A DEVOTEE OF WARREN BUFFET.

HIS ADVICE TO YOUNG PEOPLE:

1.STAY AWAY FROM CREDIT CARDS (BANK LOANS) AND INVEST IN YOURSELF AND REMEMBER:
A.MONEY DOESN’T CREATE MAN BUT IT IS A MAN WHO CREATED MONEY.
B.LIVE YOUR LIFE AS SIMPLE AS YOU ARE.
C.DON’T DO WHAT OTHERS SAY, JUST LISTEN THEM, BUT DO WHAT YOU FEEL GOOD.
D.DON’T GO ON BRAND NAME; JUST WEAR THOSE THINGS IN WHICH YOU ARE COMFORTABLE.
E.DON’T WASTE YOUR MONEY ON UNNECESSARY THINGS; JUST SPEND ON THEM WHO REALLY IN NEED RATHER.

Apple® - MacBook® Pro / Intel® Core™ i7 Processor / 13.3" Display / 4GB Memory / 750GB Hard Drive

A friend of mine just purchased an apple mac two nights ago. She'd been dreaming of owning a MAC laptop for so long and finally she got one now. She could have easily buy one then, but of course she prioritized her family back home. Building them houses, and sending them $$$ to start a business. but then, she couldn't resist anymore and she needed to buy and materialize her long time dream.

She bought an Apple® - MacBook® Pro / Intel® Core™ i7 Processor / 13.3" Display / 4GB Memory / 750GB Hard Drive, and it cost her almost 1500+... Whew! And, she is been trying to convince me to buy one, too. Oh! How I wish I could. But, right now, I got no plan of buying a laptop yet, because I think, mine is still working good and I got no issues or whatsoever with it, anyway. Plus 1500+ is a lot of money. Isn't it??? But she said it is really worth it!

Roadside assistance

For those people who actually own an RV, I am pretty sure they are aware the importance of having a roadside assistance where they would be able to call in times of emergency. Accidents happens in an unexpected time and place. Having a roadside assistance would give you peace of mind. An assurance that everything would be just fine. And, it is essential for an RV owners to have a roadside assistance where assistance is just in the tip of your finger. A one call away makes you worry free, guaranteed!

Electric guitars

A good friend of mine is been busy learning how to play guitar. She is in to it. Just two days ago she showed me her electric guitars which her friend gave it to her as a Christmas presents.It is her ultimate goal to be able to play guitar, and in just a matter of two days, she is now able to play some songs while strumming with her guitar, and she even play a birthday song on my birthday via voice calling through yahoo messenger. It was so sweet...

sheepskin rugs

Have you seen an actual sheepskin rugs? I have not, honestly. However, I was wondering how it would feel to have sheepskin rugs in my house??? Oh! My!!! That would be so cool. Then I search for sheepskin products online and to see how the sheepskin looks like. Sheepskin rugs look so comfortable and very fashionable as well. When I saw it, I was like, Wow!!! Sheepskin rugs are extremely beautiful.

Moreover, one day, the mother of my friend picked us up and treated us for fine dining one night. And we used her car, then one thing I noticed were the cover of her car sets. I just felt so comfortable. Amazingly comfortable, so I couldn't help but asked. Then she told me that I was actually sitting in luxury car seat covers. I was like, really??? Oh! My...Thank goodness...Then before we went home, she decided to show me her unique designer sheepskin rug features floral detailing and quilted suede backing that she uses in front of her beautiful fireplace. What a fabulous accent for her living room, bedroom, and hearth. Sheepskin rug adds luxurious warmth and comfort. Indeed.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Today, 16th of January marked as one of the significant day in American History and it is known as the Martin Luther King Jr. Day. MLK was born on January 15, 1929 and he is popularly known as civil right activist who followed the teachings of Mahatma Ghandi and used a nonviolent method. "I have a dream" is his most famous speech where it served as a very inspirational message to everyone, and still is to these days.
He was assassinated on April 4 1968. To honor his worth Martin Luther King, Jr. Day was established as a U.S. federal holiday in 1986, and was first observed in all states in 2000.

Have a fantastic MLK Jr. Day to all...

Wetsuits

When my friends and I went to Palawan, one of the majestic place on earth, we were amazed how beautiful the place was. It was on of my best vacation place. It isn't just beautiful, it also offers different kinds of adventures. There are a lots of things to do, such as: Scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking and a whole lot more.

I don't have any idea on how to scuba dive or even snorkeling, and just for experience sake, my friends and I decided to scuba dive. There were private trainers who educated us first on what to do, and everything that we ought to know before we will explore the beautiful Palawan sea. And, most of all our trainers informed us also about what we need to wear which they also provide and it's included in the package. That was my very first time to wear a wetsuits and I just love it. It hugged so tightly in my body, but it was very comfortable, too. At first attempt it was kinda rough but after that, I found scuba diving a beautiful hobby. However, vacation galore had to end and we needed to go back to reality. But Scuba diving was the best experience I had had.And wearing a wetsuit made me feel so sexy.

Happy Friday the 13th

Today is the Friday the 13th and there are people who believe in bad luck or something in this very day. And, there are people who fear the number 13 specifically for some reasons. As according to a superstition that number 13 is unlucky number and Friday is unlucky day. What a coincidence???

And for the believers Number 13 is a disaster. Are you a believer??? Am I a believer? The fear of Friday the 13th can date back before the 19th century. And, the biography of Gioachino Rossini, in 1869 was the earliest documented reference in English.

Today, the fear of Friday the 13th still exists especially to those who fear that the number 13 is indeed an unlucky number so as Friday as the unlucky day.

Snow Storm 2012

Last night the snow started falling and it according to weather forecast we are going to have a snow storm. Today the snow is still falling continuously to the ground and it seems to be there are 2 to 3 inches thick of snow now.

We never get snow last year and before today our weather here is pretty much great for a winter season. We were all wondering if we were going to get snow this year, because the weather even reached 63 degree F in January. I actually miss the white snow laying on the ground. And, I guess this is it!!!

Thank you

Just want to extend my gratitude to few good friends who remembered my birthday and greeted me on my very day. Thanks a lot. I sure do appreciate the fact that you guys remembered my birthday... There was nothing really special happened but your greetings simply made my day. New year and another year older...What else could I ask for?????

Thank you very much...May we all have a great brand new year....

Blackberry phones

When I first got my blackberry phones I was extremely happy, and I can explain enough how happy I was. For me my blackberry phone was the best of all, and it still is. Yes! Most people love the iPhone but I prefer my Blackberry phone. It is sleeker than sleek. I just simply love it. Right now, I am thinking of buying a new Blackberry phone and I would like to have a white one or silver. I may buy one pretty soon, I am just thinking about it and weigh things first. But I sure want to have a new one.

2012 year of the dragon

As we are welcoming the year 2012, we are also interested what animal year represents 2012 and what year color it would be? And for those who loves astrology, we also understand that year 2012 is the year of the dragon, and What does dragon means to astrology? According to the Chinese Zodiac, the Year of 2012 is the Year of the Dragon, which begins on January 23, 2012 and ends on February 9, 2013. The Dragon is the fifth sign of the Chinese Zodiac, which consists of 12 Animal signs. The Dragon is a creature of myth and legend. In ancient China, the celestial Dragon represents an emperor and power. Today, it is the ultimate auspicious symbol signifying success and happiness. May the celestial Dragon bring great good luck to everyone.

And

2012 Tangerine Tango is the color of the year.
2011 Honeysuckle. A vibrant reddish-pink "perfect to ward off the blues.
2010 Turquoise. An "escape from the everyday troubles of the world while at the same time restoring our sense of well-being
2009 Mimosa. A warm yellow that "expresses hope and reassurance.
2008 Blue Iris. "Anchoring and meditative with a touch of magic.
2007 Chili Pepper. A deep red that "connotes an outgoing, confident, design-savvy attitude.

Source: Panetone

Happy New Year...

Manigong Bagong Taon sa Inyo pong Lahat...
Happy New Year to all Of You...