Hide Your IP Address for personal security

How many hours do you spend online everyday? If you are like me, sending lots of emails, visiting websites, blogging, uploading and sending images everyday, then it's about time to consider your privacy and security in the worldwide web! In the online world, our 'identity' is represented by our IP addresess which can led to a revelation of our identity, which includes personal details. After checking out http://www.hide-my-ip-address.com/, I discovered that my identity can be hidden by bothersome spammers and hackers.

One of the ways to avoid these risks and security problems is to install 'hide IP address', a software that hides your identity so that you can go online without being known. In other words, you can surf in privacy without any fear or worry that your profile will be tracked.

Hawaii cruise updates - Looking for Discount Cruises

After much consideration, I'm settling for the Oceanview Balcony cabin for our upcoming Hawaii cruise. The penthouse suite will cost twice as much so I thought that could be saved for a better accommodation in Waikiki. Just to give you an idea - the Oceanview Balcony one cost around $1099 per person and the cheapest suite will cost $1,699.

Also, one member of the cruise reviews forum had offered a great advice. He had reminded me that we would be exploring the islands in the day and be back in the room in the night. Thus, I don't need such a big space plus the three TVs in the suite. When I told DH that, he was so happy that this Hawaii cruise will cost much lesser now.

Since we are departing from Honolulu, the only Hawaii cruise for us would via the Pride of America, operated by the Norwegian Cruise Lines. I'm still looking for the a Discount Cruise to book with...

do u use natural skin care?

Are natural skin care products the answer to all of our problems? Different people have different answers to these questions. However, the reality is that due to presence of synthetic preservatives, itís really tough to find a natural skin care product that is 100% natural. There are natural skin care products that have natural preservatives, but be prepared to pay more for these since they would have a shorter shelf life.

You should still take heed of the following recommendations even if you are using natural skin care:

• healthy eating habits (avoiding oily food)
• regular exercise, drinking a lot of water (8 glasses everyday)
• personal hygiene.

This will then form a perfect and completely natural skin care routine that will help maintain a healthy beautiful skin for longer time.

the BEST in Dish Network Satellite TV

In our of my earlier posts, I wrote about the battle between the two 'boys' in my house, one is three years old and the other is in his 40s. Somehow or rather, they both were 'quarelling' over the satellite TV and insist on watching each's favourite program.



It's amazing how Dish TV has played such an important role in our lives today, especially if you are staying in a country with lousy local channels. But today, I was shocked by an attractive and 'hard to resist' Dish Network Satellite TV Summer Special. This company is giving away up to $1,399 freebies! All you have to do is to sign up as a first time subscriber with Dish Network and you can qualify for a $75 cash gift plus one of the five fabulous gifts including an Apple iPod, DVD Player, DVD Portable Player, a set of sleek Home Theatre System and a $50 Visa Gift Card.

These summer offers don't just end here though. You still get free installation, free HD DVR and Dual Tuner DVR Receiver upgrades, (savings of $1,000 in total), free activation, free HD Programming for 6 months, free Dish Network system and free HBO and Cinemax for 3 months! How do you resist a real deal like this? Satellite Solutions Network guarantees the best deal in Dish Network TV and stands by its excellent customer service and support.

To find out more or to order instantly, you can do so online or call 1.866.869.3109. Summer offers end on 31 August 2007.

orlando fun

Wyndham Orlando Resort

It looks like the budget for our Waikiki beach accommodation has to be raised. It's certainly not cheap to stay in a beachfront or oceanfront property in Waikiki! Unlike hotels orlando where hotels and resorts are more affordable. Even if you stay in a resort in the Walt Disney World, nightly rates are still around $150 and I'm referring to a 3.5 star hotel. I have heard so much about what Orlando offers, it's truly a city of fun, entertainment, adventures, activities and excitement. For the young and old, singles and couples, the theme parks and night entertainment are the main attractions at Orlando. This city is definitely in our travel destination list in the near future, hopefully before we move to down under :)

marc jacobs or armani?

Just got back from lunch and a little walkaround. DH was annoyed with the bad service from a staff at Deli-cious so there was my caesar salad. We headed to Sushi Groove, a new Japanese fusion restaurant at One-U - food was ok and I only wished they turned the lights brighter. That dim lighting was not suitable for mall diners at all :)



I almost bought a pair of new shades and while deciding between the Marc Jacobs and Emporio Armani, Clayton got cranky and DH's face was black. So that was it - no shades for me. I found these two pairs on the web... the prices listed was more expensive than the ones from the store in the mall, after discount, of course. Now, I can tell DH it's cheaper here... he was trying to convince me to buy it during our US trip - I can't wait!

getting organized

Are you an organized or neat person? I used to be but these days, I'm so swarmed with work that all my stuff are left lying around and it's getting too messy. When I was sewing crystals and beads on my wedding train and gown, I bought of lots of Swarovki crystals. After the wedding, they were left in packets and envelopes and I have forgotten to organize them properly in containers. Maybe, I should get one of these colourful storage bins then people used in garages. It is perfect for me to sort out all the coloured beads and crystals in different sizes. I can even keep my rolls of satin ribbons in the storage bin.

designer bag review coming soon!

I am all filled with excitement. I'll be doing a designer bag review in a few weeks' time! Well, the thing is it is truly a site worth spreading the word and I'll so pleased that I have the privilege to do the review. The bag is so lovely and I can't wait to receive it in the mail. Til then, watch out for the review, ladies!

THOOF - oh, what is that?

A new social media and personalized news site had been launched, I was told. When I went finding out what it was, my friend scribbled on a piece of paper - THOOF.COM. I looked at her and thought she might have made a mistake - what was she talking about>

Oh well, I went looking this morning. So she was right about how it was spelt - Thoof.com. But I wonder, why this name - why not something else? Looking at the logo design of Thoof, the 2 'O's remind me of the 'O's in GOOGLE. They are graphical representation of our human eyes. And that's what Thoof is about anyway - it searches for news, list them for your read and save you time from googling. 'Th' can be the short form to 'That', 'This', 'They, 'Them'... it's about 'Anything' - people, events, things, happenings, buzz... etc. 'F' - oh well, I don't mean to be rude but some people may think it means the big 'F' swearing word. But maybe, it's just there to make the term sounds good. Thoof is better than 'THOO', right?

But let's not worry about what it means... what's cool is the kind of information you can get at this social media site and from here, you can be kept up to date with what's going on in and around the web. So, what do you think 'THOOF" mean :)

last day of holiday!

Finally, it's the last day of school holidays and Clayton is going back to school next week. Sigh... it feels like a month though it's just a week. He's been playing non-stop and watching lots of TV that I'm feeling more and more guilty for not spending enough time with him. He's been so stubborn and strong willed that we can't help but to use the rod on him alot these days.

Last night, he got cranky again and I caned him on his butt (only believe in caning that part). In the midst of it, he cried out in tears, "Mama, why you beat Clayton?" When I heard that, I felt soooooo sad. I put down the cane and opened my arms and gave him a big hug. He calmed down right away as I explained to him what he did wrong. That was tough love...

HITS the SPOT

After reading the special 5-step HITS-THE-SPOT cleaning process at Quality Carpet Cleaning, I am convinced that I can have carpet for our new house! Due to my allergy and rhinitis condition, I get particularly uncomfortable with filthy and old carpets, whether it's found in a hotel room, friend's house, function room or departmental store. It gets worse if the carpet is damped and has a musty odour. Over the years, I have heard complaints from friends with carpet flooring that it is hard getting good carpet cleaners.

Well, I believe they won't have this problem if they make an appointment with Quality Carpet Cleaning who specializes in 'hitting the spot' for all cleaning jobs including carpet cleaning, pet odor control, tile cleaning, upholstery cleaning, rug and drapery cleaning and carpet repairs, for both residential and commercial customers. It is no wonder that the company received positive reviews from happy customers for their superior customer service, job efficiency and quality delivery. With this famous 5-step Hits-the-spot cleaning process, you can ensure that your carpet will be thoroughly cleaned and refreshed. What more, there is a 30 day no-hassle guarantee if you don't think the job is done!

Time out - do a tag!

I owe Shopping Mum many, many tags (pai seh lah)... but since I'm so stressed after a long day putting up with my boy's crankiness, this tag is a good break for me -:) So, this is for your reading pleasure....

Where is your cell phone? Next to me, in case Shopping mum alerts me for any opps - lol.
Relationship? Married
Your hair? Short, coloured, Trendy - yay!
Work? Yep.
Your sister? No
Your favorite thing? Travel
Your dream last night? Too tired to dream :)
Your favorite drink? Juices
Your dream car? The A Merc
The room you’re in? Home Office
Your shoes? Downstairs lah
Your fears? Creepy Crawlies
What do you want to be in 10 years? Lady of leisure who is a problogger too
Who did you hang out with this weekend? Family
What are you not good at? Numbers
Muffin? Depends who bakes it
One of your wish list items? Alaska cruise
Where you grew up? Singapore
Last thing you did? Put boy to sleep
What are you wearing? Errr... not telling you
What aren’t you wearing? Makeup!
Your pet? None
Your computer? MacBook Pro
Your life? Blessed
Your mood? Cool
Missing? Chocolates
What are you thinking about right now? Finishing all my posts
Your car? Nissan X trail
Your kitchen? Messy
Your summer? Huh?
Your favorite color? Black
Last time you laughed? Just did
Last time you cried? don't know
School? No
Love? Yes

luxury of waikiki

After some late nights of research, I've finally confirmed our Hawaii trip itinerary. We'll be spending 8 days (all in all) in Honolulu and another 7 days on the Hawaii cruise on Pride of America. Looking through the Wakiki hotels and Hawaii home rentals, it looks like I need to raise our budget if I like a condo with oceanview. The ones along Waikiki beach are exorbitant but the location is ideal. Imagine waking up to a golden sunrise or ending the day with a beautiful sunset... unobstructed ocean view! Outrigger has many luxury properties in Waikiki and the prices are nothing less than $250 for a one bedroom!

I'm still going to look through the popular pages atHawaii home rentals, just to reconfirm my selection and options. Well, I haven't revealed the rates to the man of the house... he may freak out - lol. Here are some pictures of the hotels/condos in Waikiki...

two boys fighting over TV

This must be one less productive week for me! Clayton is on holidays for a week and he's all over me. Momma has to play cars and watch Playhouse Disney with him. I feel sorry that I can't spend as much time with him as I want to as I have datelines to meet, work to do, posts to complete... for an active 3 year old, being stuck at home must be terribly boring! And they try not to turn on Playhouse Disney for the whole day as he's getting addicted. Can you believe the 'two boys' in the house fighting over the TV? It sounds funny but it's true! Both dad and son are fighting over the TV. One wants CNBC and the other is screaming for Playhouse Disney.

Anyone has this problem at home too?

truth on addiction

Whether you like it or not, we live in a drug-oriented society and it seems that there is a pill to settle any of our discomforts. It is not surprisingly, therefore, that many people have problems with drug addiction. When your body becomes accustomed to the presence of a foreign substance that it no longer function properly if the particular substance is withdrawn, you can said to have an addiction. So when a person who is addicted to a drug experiences withdrawal symptoms if he is deprived of it.

Many of these individuals who are suffering from drug addiction need the help of a Drug Rehab to help them overcome the excruciating pain of withdrawal. Besides, they need help to get back to normal life and that includes healing broken personal relationships, loss of employment and even criminal behaviour. The truth is that with some drugs, addiction becomes a matter of psychological dependence.

a peek at barcelona and madrid

There are various types of travelers - budget, leisure, casual and luxury ones. Before you plan for your travel itinerary, it's important to determine your budget and decide how much you would spend for your vacation. For instance, a train journey from Barcelona to Madrid may cost lesser than flying but imagine the 5.5 hours - 9 hours train journey. It's alright if you can afford the time but if you have only few days to spare, then flying will be the best option. Besides, with low cost airlines being the talk among leisure travelers, it can be less costly than you think. Air Europa flies daily from Barcelona to Madrid and it only takes 1 hour 15 minutes,. tickets may cost between 94 euros to 320 euros return, depending on flight time and schedule. It is normal to pay more during peak seasons too.

When it comes to choosing a hotels in Barcelona or hotels in Madrid, the options are limitless at Cheaper than hotels. If you are a backpacker looking for hotels en Barcelona, a hostel in Barcelona is available at 19 euros and for those who can spare a little luxury, a night at Arts Ritz Carlton is yours at 372 euros :)

For Hotels en Madrid, a 2-star Francisco I Hotel near Old Quarter may cost around 90 euros! And for another 10 more euros, you can choose to stay in the 5 star AC Monte Real Hotel at a residential area. So location plays a big part when it comes to hotel rates. Cheaper than Hotels provides hotel accommodations from 1-star rating to 5-star ratings, featuring all year round specials or last minute rates. Look out for daily specials for every destination. You can also find an overview and useful information for every hotel you are searching for. Bookmark it for your next travel to Spain!

travel from vienna to berlin

My good friend, Tracy, just told yesterday that she might be making a trip to Germany again this November - lucky her! I've never to Germany and would definitely like to make a trip someday.. I'm a travel freak :) I have heard about the high cost of living in Europe so I better be making enough money to make my vacation an enjoyable one.

There are many flights to Berlin and if you are in Vienna, Lufthansa takes you there from 168euros depending on season and flight schedule. There are other cheaper alternatives with low cost airlines such as Air Berlin, Germanwings and Sky Europe which requires some necessary transfers via the SkyShuttle bus. It all depends on your budget. Cheaper air travels may save you some money for better hotels in Vienna or hotels in Berlin. In Berlin, a budget hotel may only cost 10 euros with 5 star hotels starting at 100+ euros. Be expected to pay more for hotels in Berlin in better location, amenities and features.



Hotels in Vienna are cheaper compared to the ones in Berlin with hotel rates ranging from 39 euros to 300 + euros. It still voice down to your budget and preference. For instance, a night stay at 5 star Bristol Hotel Vienna near the City Centre is priced at a special discounted rate from EUR 332. For me, I probably go for the mid range ones located near the city. Convenience is important when you are travelling with a child. Cheaper than hotels offers lots of options for all year and last minute rates so you may like to check them out if you are heading down to Vienna or Berlin. Here are some pictures of Berlin and Vienna...

get your Tae Bo AMPED now!

I just learnt about Tae Bo program yesterday. Founder of Tae Bo, Billy Blanks has such an inspiring story to tell. I was surprised to hear that even DH knew about Tae Bo fitness programs.

In Korean language, “Tae” means “foot and leg” and “Bo” actually refers to “box” in short. This is a no-nonsense program that uses a combination of exercises including self-awareness and control of martial arts, the focus and strength of boxing, and the grace and rhythm of dance to provide you an overall body workout.

Tae Bo programs focus on the physical as well as the mental aspects of your entire being. It is not just about losing those weight but the program helps you to develop self-confidence, discipline, develop speed, strength and the ability to quicken your reflexes. I spent some time on watching the animated and exciting video - the testimonials were great. I have friends who are health conscious, who buy anything related to health, including pulse oximeter, I am definitely recommending the Billy Blanks' Tae Bo AMPED to them!

So, if you are serious about losing those unwanted pounds or to get in shape, Get Tae Bo AMPED now!

Here is Billy Blanks’ Tae Bo AMPED

any Mac blogger out there?

Being a Mac user, I need to spend more money on a lot of things such as Mac accessories, software, Mac memory, upgrades...etc. Unlike DH who spends little on his IBM memory and other stuff, anything to do with Mac costs more. But after all these years, I still wouldn't settle for anything else but my Mac when it comes to graphic design work. I had tried working on the PC for my design stuff and it was just not the same. I know I'm not the only one feeling this way and that's probably why Mac continues to reign among design students. Any Mac blogger out there?

heading to Los Angeles for Christmas

In few months' time, we will be heading to Los Angeles to spend our first Christmas outside Asia and I am so excited about it. We will be staying with DH's cousins and imagine 4 small children having their own fun while we adults get business with Christmas turkey and puddings? I am so glad that DH has agreed to this itinerary, how I miss the shopping outlets in LA!

During a short chat with our cousins, they were sharing us about their California mortgage refinance plans since they are thinking of a new home. With additions to the family, it is normal to consider a new place and that will also increase their level of financial commitments. For now, we are happy to be squeezing in their cosy home with another family of four... this looks like a crowded but fun filled season.

ranting on Clayton's first day of holiday

It's the first day of the one week school holidays for Clayton and as usual, I am left with very little time for my own work. Being a full time work-at-home mom and managing the household responsibilities is a tiring task. Today, I'm so annoyed with the kitchen faucets in my kitchen. For the past few weeks, it has been been leaking and sometimes, I will be all wet when it sprays on my shirt. Clayton enjoys his 'water play' session when that happens and guess who has to clean up the mess?

Where is daddy?

leave it to the experts

Bloggers who are involved with blog advertising networks tend to pay attention to page ranks and SEO matters. I'm not sure about what's happening with the Google Pank Rank updates for this quarter but I don't see to spot any movements in mine. Over the last few months, I have many blog posts on the topic of SEO, website optimization, web traffic...etc.

These days, many companies with websites are looking seriously into optimizing their sites to gain more presence among search engines. Instead of leaving this specialized job to a professional website optimization firm, some companies try to do it inhouse or engage an amateur in order to save some money. But this is a big mistake. An experienced website optimization firm is able to increase your website visibility through various methods which will in turn increase your bottom line profits. Even if you are running a small business such as an online store, optimizing your site can bring you more visitors and exposure in the competitive online marketplace. This will in turn increase your profits in the long run.

travel tales for real

Most of my travel itinerary planning are usually done online but yesterday, I bought a Conde Nast Traveler magazine as the current has a feature of cruises. Personally, I prefer to read stories and travel tales by real travelers, people who have been there, done that. Realtravel.com has a blog that features travel stories of individuals and I'm one of those who shared my travel tales in the blog too! What's nice is that you get to read real experiences and find out what others are doing, their review on accommodations, suggestions on food, shopping and places to see and go.

It can be a wonderful resource if you want to read up travel articles including family travel, honeymoon destinations, itineraries, view and share travel photos, find out flight and hotel info and much more. So, check it out if you like to read the 'real' stuff - unbiased and unedited - all from the writings of real travelers.

tips to stay on diet

We often hear people complaining about being out of shape and not being able to fit into old jeans and dresses. Yet, many refuse to pay the price of maintaining a healthy diet and regular exercise. Some prefer to use Caralluma Burn or fat burn products to beat those excess pounds while others sign up for slimming programs.

If you are serious about losing some weight, here are some diet tips to help you stay on a diet:

1. Drink eight (8) oz. glasses of water daily.
2. Keep track of your progress, use a weight loss log.
3. For a good diet, stick to pre-planned healthier foods.
4. Eat smaller meals throughout the day rather then larger meals.
5. Exercise three times a week.
6. Eat slowly, let your appetite catch up with your food intake.
7. If you do break your diet one day, get right back on it.
8. Stay away from starvation or yo-yo diets.
9. Avoid eating late or eating after dinner.
10. Choose healthy snacks if you need to munch in between meals.

do you own a boat?

Just the other day, DH and myself were discussing about how some people would spend millions of dollars on an apartment in the city. So I told him that if I had lots of money next time, I would like to own a cruiser or a small houseboat.

Whenever I get a chance to visit a marina, I will spend some time checking out on some of those luxury boats. I would believe that the owners of these expensive and nice looking boats would have covered their boats with good boat insurance. No body can predict the unexpected change of weather conditions and anything can happen when you are out in the sea.

It's so convenient to get a boat insurance online. With Cover My Travels, customers can have their policies approved instantly or within 24 hours. The site provides insurance for all sorts of boats including canoes, catamarans, yachts, speedboats and more. If you own a boat and haven't got a policy, it's time to get a free quote from the website.

looking for condo hotels...

The excitement is heating up as our airline tickets are confirmed. I've began my itinerary planning officially and DH has agreed that we'll stay in Hawaii for about 2 wks before flying to Los Angeles for Christmas, then possibly Las Vegas for a few days before flying back to LA again.

This morning, an email came from our cousin that we may be spending New Year's Eve at Big Bear Cabin! I'm still hunting for nice Condo Hotels for our vacation, I always prefer the luxury amenities of a hotel plus the spacious and cosy ambience of a condo. It's Saturday so I'm taking a break from work and doing some vacation planning!



I really like the Hawaiian condos managed by Outrigger... I just hope it won't burn a hole in our pockets :)

back to fitness

While many women are fighting to lose those extra pounds, I've been trying to do the opposite :P A large of the weight loss was attributed by extensive nursing and a busy lifestyle of balancing work and motherhood. Maybe I should try some muscle milk or start a weight gain program but at the end of the day, it's health that matters, not the numbers. While I still fit into a Size 6 or 8, a couple more kilos will be great. I'm getting back to a regular exercise routine while waiting for True Fitness to open up. I miss those Les Mills classes - Body Pump, Body Combat and Body Balance. I need those muscles back!

our spontaneous trip to East Coast Park

Clayton is a city boy... don't blame us cos there isn't any beach near to where we live. Growing up in Singapore, I used to cycle at East Coast Park since I was a little girl. The sad thing is I have neglected this popular local beach after I stepped into the working world. During our last trip to Singapore, while DH was driving past East Coast Park, I coaxed him to stop by for a while since we had our car with us. He reluctantly agreed but that decision was probably the best we made in our trip. We seldom do spontaneous things like that, DH is just not that kind but with a crazy wife like me... just be ready with more surprises!



We walked along the beach, rented a bicycle and cruised along the park. Clayton was worried the sand getting into his feet but he got over it very fast.



Here are some photos of our spontaneous, unplanned East Coast Park trip in Singapore... it was one of the best trips we had... after so long.



Clayton loved his bicycle ride... check him out.

I want Airinet broadband!

High speed broadband internet is almost a 'must' these days for most of us who are online more than 12 hours a day. I often get frustrated over slow speeds and worse still, interrupted connections every now and then. In the last few months, DH and myself have been checking on faster internet speed connections in our area but we are often told that installation is in progress. Malaysians can lament with me on this issue - our internet connection and server is simply pathetic.

How I wish we can have wireless broadband - yes - I mean 'WIRELESS', which means no modem needed, just like the one in Airinet Network, which is super fast and only cost $25 a month, serving the Pueblo area in Colorado. For only $25 a month, you get limitless access PLUS 100Mb email and hosting with any monthly plan. With Airinet broadband internet, you can surf and get connected anywhere, anytime, with no cables or telephone wires needed - how convenient is that?

Pure luxury at the Virgin Islands

You wanna talk about luxury? Then you need to take a walk with me to check out this luxury waterfront 4 bedroom villa located in St Thomas US Virgin Islands. Welcome to Villa Nicoletta.

First, I am impressed with the website design - it reflects the concept of this luxury villa, not forgetting the 'live' hostess giving a virtual overview of this property. The information on the website contains everything you need to know about the villa, the surroundings, the area and its attractions. Let me warn you: you will be enticed! It is a site with some of the loveliest photos with clear details of what to expect at St Thomas. Everything looks like a piece of paradise - the bedrooms, dining area, deck, ocean views, beaches, the little touches, decorations, kitchen...etc. I was blown! My DH took a sneak peek when the live video was played and he was mesmerized!

This is such an ideal place for honeymooners and weddings. All you need is some extra cash and you can enjoy pure luxury at every corner of these St Thomas Villas. Let's be honest here, luxury doesn't come cheap but the memories will last a lifetime... don't believe me, check out these pictures!

weight loss portal with a difference

Five years ago, Singapore celeb and actress, Andrea De Cruz went through a bout of liver failure and transplant after taking a slimming pill. She was so close to death but the glimpse of hope came when her then fiance, now husband, Pierre stepped in to donate part of his liver to her.

So why have so many women willing to take risks with unknown and untested slimming pills to fight weight loss? All in the name of beauty, you may say. Being a natural health advocate, I believe that weight loss should not focus on just the 'weight' measurements but the total wellbeing of the person. I took some time to review a weight loss portal with an interesting site name - LookCut, which sets its uniqueness apart by looking at health for life and NOT short term solutions of weight loss.



The articles found at LookCut are geared towards health and fitness that combines issues on weight loss, fitness, diets, nutrition, longevity, wellness and long term benefits of healthy living. It focuses on how healthy weight loss can be achieved realistically by today's urban and busy individuals. I appreciate the teachings of Lookcut of caring for the overall health aspects of busy individuals instead of advocating weight loss techniques like some portals or sites do.

Eating for longevity means selecting wholesome foods including fruits, vegetables and whole grains and saying no to unhealthy saturated and highly processed and refined foods. It involves wise decision making and discipline plus knowledge in knowing what is good and bad.

The resources and supplements offered at LookCut focus on health and longevity, energy and fitness and weight loss concerns. You may also learn more about health issues by participating in LookCut's forum where topics of discussion include weight loss, diets and supplementation.

Text Link Ads, Sponsored Reviews and more!

I love opening up my mailbox in the mornings these days... it brings me smiles except for one morning but well, that is history. They say, 'don't look back, just move forward'!

This morning, I am greeted by another nice surprise from Text Link Ads - I got another Text Link Ads sold in my home office women! Last night, I had two sold - one in HOW and the other in Doris Goes Shopping. That is not it. I had 4 accepted bids from Sponsored Reviews!! I like Sponsored Reviews as I get to choose who I like to write for and I'm beginning to enjoy the bidding process. What's nice is I only pay a 35% commission and not 50%. Besides, most of the advertisers have quality websites to be reviewed. The other day, I had an offer from an advertiser for Live Life: Organics and Your Health - I was delighted! What a fantastic platform it is to connect bloggers with advertisers - in a fair and professional way!




Yesterday morning, I got another Link Post from LinkWorth Ads - this is a new text link ads program and it is fabulous! I'm still hoping for more text link ads from Linkworth :)



I am truly glad that there are many advertisers who are global in their thinking, who believe that the THE WORLD IS FLAT (Thanks for highlighting this, Vedis). They make decisions not based on WHERE bloggers are located but on the QUALITY of the blogs. And that should be the way. So guys, don't feel down just because some paid blogging network thinks that we Asian bloggers are inferior. The world is changing. Just look at which country is thriving in the area of outsourcing? Is it the US? Think about it.

When God closes a door, He opens a window.

This saying is so true and I am counting my blessings :) Thank you for believing in the Asian blogs, advertisers :)