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gold investment news

March 31, 2010

I’ve been waiting for this long vacation where I can spend more time with hubby. But, I don’t feel that we should go anywhere because I don’t think it is right. Anyway, for today I am just checking the web for some good stuff, whatever that will be; such as food, clothes, and investments and so on.

Speaking of investments, I have read that the gold market is really booming these days. I guess more people would want to buy gold bullion after knowing that gold rose $11.30 or 1% at the end of trading on Friday. That is a significant increase in the price in gold since the U.S. economy took a turn for the worst and the U.S. dollar began slumping. We all know that gold and dollar move inversely to each other, reason enough many perceived it as a safe haven investment and many believe it will hold its value in uncertain economic or political situations. The precious metal market is always moving, but the signs have never been clearer: now is the time to invest. Take hold of your future and secure a valuable commodity.

Filed Under: ramblings, views & ideas

exploring Baguio for the Summer

March 29, 2010

Rising 1,500 meters above the sea, Baguio City enjoys a relatively cool weather throughout the year. On the average, Baguio is at least eight degrees cooler than any place in the lowlands. Not surprisingly, Baguio has become the “summer capital” of the country.
It is awarded with a variety of cultural, historical and scenic attractions which make it an important and interesting destination. As early as March, tourists and locals take the six-hour trek up the zigzagging Kennon Road. Within a mile of the city, the sweet scent of pine trees and flowers already permeate the air.

Designed by Daniel Burnham during the American occupation, Baguio City is situated in the midst of pine-covered hills and valleys at the southern end of the Cordillera. Among its popular attractions are the well-manicured lawns of Club John Hay, the Mansion House and the Burnham Park.

From Baguio City, one can proceed to the Banaue Rice Terraces, also considered as the eighth wonder of the world. An engineering marvel, this “Stairways to the Sky” was constructed by hand by the Ifugaos.

Filed Under: recreation, travel escapade

types of travel according to activities

March 26, 2010

Vacations are needed for our emotional, physical and mental balance. Vacations give a person a chance to relax, renew his energy, and free him from his daily routine. Vacations can be far away or close to home. Wherever the vacation may be, it does the same thing. It provides satisfaction, which is far more important than the destination itself.

Generally, there are some different types of travel according to the activities involved. Here are some of them:

  • Responsible Travel. Traveling doesn’t always have to be self-serving. With responsible travel, one could have enjoyment as much as respecting the local environment and the people.
  • Rediscovering nature. Rediscovering travel is all about nature and everything in it. It revitalizes the soul while experiencing everything there is to know about nature.
  • Tribal cultures. In today’s world of high technology, it is wise to experience the simpler life of the tribal people who have lived close to nature in the same way for thousands of years.
  • Responsible Diving. Diving not only lets travelers appreciate what is in the sea but also helps make the traveler more aware of efforts concerning conservation of our natural resources.
Filed Under: leisure tips, recreation, travel escapade

hair loss issue

March 23, 2010

It is normal to shed some hair each day. However, some people are experiencing excessive hair loss, which means shedding more than normal. Good thing that women thinning hair issue typically does not result in complete baldness. It is only a loss of hair density making some parts of the scalp visible. Of course, this condition can significantly disturb a woman’s emotional life.

Basically, there are a number of reasons for hair loss including stress, hereditary, age, lack of nutrition, hormone imbalance, too much chemicals and so on. When this is experienced during teenage years, it is recommended to see a doctor to know the underlying cause of hair loss.

Depending on the type of hair loss there are treatments available in the market. Choices may range from topical ointment, medicines, correcting hormone imbalance and so on. Also, it is important to combine rest, exercise, and lifestyle changes to efficiently manage hair loss or thinning.

Filed Under: health first, lifeStyle, views & ideas

starting my beautiful day

March 23, 2010

It is such a beautiful today probably because I was able to get enough sleep last night. For that I start my day with a thirty minute exercise. Of that comes after preparing and eating breakfast with hubby. Doing so helps keep me active for the rest of the day. And I feel I am losing some weigh in the process.

What else would I do after this? Well, there are few things I can think off including playing facebook games, updating this blog, surfing the web, visit the http://www.fastweightloss.net site, and send congratulation emails to all I know who will graduate this year. Actually, I still have loads of things in my mind. But, I will stick to what I write in here because those are the things I find interesting to do this day

Filed Under: ramblings

Yoga Therapy via Breathing

March 23, 2010

While yoga breathing exercises are invaluable in their effects, many of these do not require hours of practice. These take only a few minutes and yet keep the body and mind healthy. Following is one such series of breathing exercises that take only six minutes to complete. Follow this regularly, daily, and you can feel a clear improvement in your energy and ability to function. However, this exercise should not be performed by people suffering from cervical problems.

Start by resting your arms on the sides. Rotate your shoulders, first clockwise and then counterclockwise, five times each. Bend your head as if trying to touch the shoulders. Repeat it five times on each side. Then bend the head forward and backward alternately. Keep the neck erect and, while bending forward, press the chin against the neck.

Now close your eyes and let your mind relax. Breathe normally, while remaining conscious to the inhalation and exhalation. Feel the movements of your breathing. This technique is wonderfully de-stressing.

Closing your eyes, take deep gentle breaths. Feel the incoming air from the bottom i.e. stomach upwards to the top of the lungs. Now exhale the air, letting it out first from the top and then downward from the stomach. Repeat this ten times, using ‘imagination of breathing in fresh oxygen’. Remember, that a standing position is best for this exercise.

Filed Under: health first, lifeStyle, relaxation activities

their hope to land a good job

March 23, 2010

Unfortunately, some of my high school friends weren’t able to finish college because of financial difficulties. Some of them worked as a waiter or waitress, sales lady at the mall and other low paying jobs. It is true that those are decent work, which they can be proud. But, let’s face it financial matters nowadays. We need enough money to fund our every need clothes, three meals a day, decent house, education and so much more. Their earnings aren’t sufficient to fund all those. That’s why they pushed themselves to the limit by getting at two jobs in one day.

Not long ago, I have talked to Era (high school friend of mine) who was able to get through college and finish an Accountancy degree. She wants to help some of my classmates who are unfortunate, but she can’t. She tried to recommend them to the companies offer higher paying jobs, but they are looking for candidates with a degree.

Well, I can’t help to think about the best online degrees suitable for working adults like them. Since they do not have the luxury of time to juggle work and traditional school, getting something that is flexible enough to fit their lifestyle is the only hope. So, that it they will be able to land a job that pays higher than their current work. Of course, they still need to make room for everything.

Anyway, all of those suggestions are in my mind. I don’t want to meddle in their affairs since we haven’t been seeing each other for at least nine years. During those times, I know some things just change.

Filed Under: ramblings, views & ideas

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