Sunday, September 23, 2012

Eternal Love

So you've been looking for eternal love. You have put enough time and effort into your search to know that it is not easy. You might have even been burned enough times to wonder if eternal love even exists. Well, I can tell you that you will find your fair share of losers and you will get discouraged sometimes. But, if you're really into finding it, my simple advice is to stop looking and start living.That's right, quit putting so much effort into finding your Prince Charming because it's very possible to find somebody who is compatible just by developing your social network, going out to events that you're interested in and just enjoying life without thinking that eternal love is an end by itself. If it's meant to happen, you'll find somebody with the same interests as you just by moving forward with your life.


What Does Eternal Love Take?

  • 1Communication. If you don't tell your partner about stuff that bugs you or something you've noticed that needs attention, it's just going to fester until it blows up in both your faces. The other side of communication includes listening to your partner. He or she has interests, pet peeves and values, too, so be sure to listen to anything your partner has to say.
  • 2Commitment. That goes for both of you. If the commitment isn't there from either party, the relationship probably isn't going to last. You'll have to do a frank analysis on whether both you and your partner is ready to commit to the partnership over the long term. If one person seems disconnected after you've been together for a while, it might be time to step back and figure out why.
  • 3Realistic Expectations. This isn't a Disney movie, but that doesn't mean that you have to settle for somebody who isn't right for you, either. Most people don't find true love on the first or second try, so don't be too bummed if the first date doesn't work out. You just have to realize that nobody's going to be 100% perfect and decide what annoying habits you're willing to live with in an otherwise excellent person.
  • 4Be yourself. It would stink if somebody fell in love with a fantasy person who isn't you. Maybe the guy who insists on dating only brunettes when you're a blonde isn't for you anyway. In the long run, it's better to find somebody who likes you for who you are as a person.

MAB Paints

So you're looking for some quality industrial paints for construction and building paint jobs. Naturally it has to be something that your clients will be happy with and can take the elements and seasonal changes for quite a while still looking good. MAB Paints might have what you're looking for. MAB Paints has a variety of products available, with a variety of popular colors, and also has some "green" solutions for people looking for an environmentally friendly paint.


What To Look For In Your Paint

Naturally, you want to know if MAB Paints provides the kind of paint that can add to your reputation as a contractor. Your clients aren't going to remember the brand of paint you used. They're just going to remember that you provided a good paint job that lasts for years through some harsh conditions. Our paint might be for you if:

You want a good color selection. You remember the client who wanted a house with blue, pink and purple polka dots. We do understand that your clients' choices might leave you scratching your head, but since he's paying you, it's understandable if you're looking for a slightly offbeat color.

You want a paint with some good resistance to the elements. This paint is going to see some rough weather. While most paint jobs will probably need a little touching up after a few heavy thunderstorm seasons, we understand that you don't want a wimpy paint that's going to need redone after six months.

You want a paint that's affordable enough to improve your bids. We know that there's a lot that goes into your bid. Paint just shouldn't be one of those expenses that drives your pricing up. We do our best to keep our paint prices competitive so you can be, too.

Somebody asks you about "green" paint. Environmentally conscious consumers are definitely on the upswing lately. If they ask, just tell them about our "green" paint options.

You want to buy your paint from somebody who is well-known among people who work with paint a lot. We have a long-standing reputation for providing quality paint to people who have gotten more paint stains on their clothes in a week than a lot of people see in a lifetime. We stand behind our paint and can work with you to find one that looks good for your specific paint needs.

About MAB Paints

MAB Paints is responsible for producing some of the highest quality industrial and commercial coatings on the market. They have outlets located around the country and you can find the one nearest you with the store locater on the MAB Paints website. They built their reputation around providing paints for industrial and construction jobs and can provide the paint you need on time, every time.

Sofa Sale


So you're looking for a good sofa to add to your living room furniture. You want one that has some quality and you know that the really good sofas aren't cheap, but you would rather find a good bargain on one. You might have already looked around a bit and want to find a good selection at a sofa sale. There are options for people just like you and, if you look around enough, you can find some good deals at a sofa sale near you.

Tips For Buying at a Sofa Sale

  • Ignore the hype. Whenever you visit a furniture store, you'll probably run across those high-pressure sales staffers who want to show off their most expensive furniture. Well, I can tell you that those sales staffers would rather sell a cheaper sofa than none at all, so don't let them pressure you into a high-priced item you won't be happy with. As long as you keep your preferences in mind, you'll probably do all right.
  • Are you planning on just buying the sofa, or a whole furniture set? If you're just buying the sofa, you'll probably want one that goes well with your existing furniture and decorating scheme. You don't have to be an interior decorator to get a sofa that works well with your decor. Just be sure to learn a little about what works well with your preferred look.
  • Is it a quality piece you'll feel comfortable sitting on? If you get a chance, feel free to sit on a few models to get an idea of what they'll feel like when you get it home. It would be even better to find one that will still look good and be comfortable to sit on for many years.
  • Are there independent customer reviews? Consumer Reports might have done a few reviews of the couches you're looking at, so be sure to check them out. Places like Amazon.com also allows reviews from people just like you who have bought the sofa and just wanted to post their thoughts on it. You'll probably see the good, the bad and the ugly of any couch you're considering.
  • Do you have a budget? We know that not everybody has thousands of dollars to blow on a high-end designer couch, which is why we recommend looking around for a good sofa sale. Setting a budget at the start and sticking to it can help avoid that feeling that you got ripped off at the furniture store. If you see one that you really like but it's a little above your price range, it might help to ask what kind of deal the salesman can give you, because many high-priced items might be negotiable.

See You At The Next Sofa Sale

You might have already decided on a sofa and are waiting for it to go on sale. We know that waiting can be like a staring contest. The first person to blink loses, and you might risk losing out on a good sofa if it's a retired model that sells out. That's why it makes sense to check around at different furniture sellers frequently to find the good deals. You might even get away with telling the sales staff that you saw Y price on an identical couch at X retailer and see if they can beat it. It's all about being the savvy customer and saving a few bucks without scrimping on quality.

Harley Rake

So you've been looking for an attachment that can handle some heavy-duty yard work. If you're new to the world of tractor attachments, you might be wondering exactly what you need. A Harley rake is a good tool to have for reducing the back-breaking work of sprucing up a subpar lawn. These rakes are good for raking up stones and debris that can interfere with serious yard work. It can also handle light plowing in soft dirt. This will make your life a lot easier when using other attachments designed for the lawn.


Why Consider A Harley Rake?

It saves you some hard labor. You could use a manual hoe and go through a lot of effort that leaves your back aching at the end of the day, or you can invest in one of these and save both time and your back for other activities.

It works well in everything but clay soil. Clay soil has a bad habit of forming permanent ruts over time that can be hard on equipment, but a Harley rake works well for getting the stones and other unwanted objects out of soft soil.

It has settings for fine or rough dirt. You can easily adjust it by removing the safety rod and raising or lowering the ware plate to match the soil you're working on.

It can also remove unwanted grass. You can go over an area several times to remove grass from the area you want to plant something else in.

It's easy to find. You can find Harley rakes and similar attachments at most hardware stores.

You can find Youtube videos if you're curious. A quick search turned up several videos you can view to see everything you can do with a Harley rake or how to use it.

Anything Else I Should Know About Harley Rakes?

Good question. Information about Harley rakes can be a little hard to find just through Google. Some more tips for using might include:

Don't use in muddy soil. The rake can get stuck in mud, so you should wait until it dries out before using.

Make sure you read the instructions before using. The instruction manual is there to help you learn more about these rakes if you're a first-time user.

Pay attention to safety warnings. These rakes are designed for serious yard work and can seriously injure someone if you're not careful.

Be sure you buy from reputable authorized dealers. Like many high-end items, you might find attachments that look like authentic Harley rakes but aren't. So you should definitely be careful about who you buy from.

Feel free to ask questions if something confuses you. You can tell the quality of a customer service hotline by their willingness to answer your questions both before and after you buy. Ask the dealer some questions before you buy if you want to know something about the rake, and be sure to ask Harley some questions after you buy if you're stumped.

Glee Cast Members

So you've been hearing the rumors about a revamp of the Glee cast. You might be wondering which of your favorites are staying and which are going, and who the new Glee cast members for Season 4 are. The good news is that the 15 official regulars are staying and, at last report, Chord Overstreet is in talks to be added to the roster of regulars. Be sure to stay tuned to see which of your favorites turns up in the season premiere of Glee.


Glee Cast Members for Season 4

  • Rachel Berry: The perfectionist of New Directions, Rachel Berry is determined to do what it takes to become a star. Show choir is one step on the ladder to fame and fortune. Her biggest pet peeve is the girls on the cheerleading squad who pick on her, but we'll see exactly where those popular cheerleaders are when she sees her name in lights.
  • Will Schuester: A former member of New Directions, Will Schuester now heads the glee club and also teaches Spanish. He is determined to win nationals even if it means an uphill battle that includes facing the scorn of other teachers.
  • Sue Sylvester: The cheerleading coach who has a rivalry with Will Schuester. She enjoys attention and her ambition has led to awards for her cheerleaders.
  • Finn Hudson: A quarterback and member of Glee. He enjoys video games and hanging out with his girlfriend.
  • Quinn Fabray: A cheerleader and Finn's boyfriend, she leads the Christ Crusaders.
  • Emma Pillsbury: A teacher whose fear of germs leads to frequent hand-washing and charter membership in the Western Ohio Disinfectant Society. She has a secret crush on Will Schuester.
  • Kurt Hummel: A shameless self-promoter and wannabe fashion iconoclast, his obsession with fashion extends to the creation of his own fragrance, "Hummel."
  • Artie: The geeky guitarist of Glee, he enjoys wheelies and beat-boxing and can play Dance Dance Revolution with his hands.
  • Puck: An arrogant football player and bully. Not much to say about him except he enjoys picking on some of the geekier members of Glee.
  • Mercedes Jones: A member of Glee and fashionista who enjoys bling and vocal runs. She dislikes singing backup.
  • Tina: A member of Glee who struggles to control her stutter. She is the awkward emo-core chick.

What's in Store for the Glee Cast Members?

As usual, the rumors are circulating. It was initially thought that some cast members, like graduating seniors, wouldn't be coming back. That's pretty much been debunked. What rumors are still out there? Well, they include a nasty Kurt and Blaine breakup, a Rachel makeover, and will Glee finally win the nationals this year? Stay tuned to see what actually happens and be prepared for some plot twists and awesome new covers of favorite songs.

Elder Beerman Coupons

What do you think of when you see the Elder-Beerman logo? You probably think of that big anchor store in the shopping mall that offers clothing that range from formal to good-looking casual, purses and handbags, watches and jewelry, and bed and bath products. They usually have a good selection of stuff to choose from. You want to look fashionable and you also want to look like a savvy consumer. That means picking out the items you really want, and also taking advantage of the current crop of Elder-Beerman coupons.


A Little About Elder-Beerman

Founded in 1883, Elder-Beerman is seen as a Midwestern mall staple with 83 stores across eight U.S. states. Its original name was the Elder & Johnston Company. Arthur Beerman worked at Elder & Johnston early on and then formed his own corporation, Beerman Stores, in 1945. After years of rivalry with another department store called Rikes, Beerman acquired Elder & Johnston, which gave him access to a wider area within Ohio. By 1962, the combined companies were known as Elder-Beerman and, over the next several years, expanded to include furniture, home lines and an increasing number of stores across the Midwest. It did file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 1995, but managed to turn itself around and is currently owned by The Bon-Ton, which also owns other widely recognized retailers like Bergner's and the Boston Store.

Tips For Using Elder-Beerman Coupons

Be sure to read the fine print. Like with many department store coupons, some Elder-Beerman merchandise might be excluded on some of their coupons. To avoid a hassle at the checkout counter, be sure you know what the exclusions are.

Make sure you're buying something you really want. I've seen people return most of their purchases because they got home, had a chance to think things over and realized that the cute new sweater they bought doesn't really go with anything. So be sure to think things through before you take it to the counter.

Have your coupons in hand when you're ready to check out. That way, you'll save the hassle of digging for them and possibly realizing that you forgot the coupons. Talk about annoying! If you at least keep your coupons in a handy clip for when you're ready to use them, you can save a lot of the nuisance and make things a little faster for other customers who might be waiting in line behind you.

Be sure to ask questions if you aren't sure of something. Everybody's used coupons before, right? Well, sometimes the fine print can get a little confusing, so feel free to ask questions if something isn't quite clear.

Check the expiration date. A coupon isn't going to do you much good if it expired yesterday. Be sure to check the date and look for new coupons if you notice that yours expired.

Follow Elder-Beerman on Twitter

How do you know when some new Elder-Beerman coupons are going to come out? You might try following Elder Beerman on Twitter if you can't get to the mall right away.

Foster the People - Pumped Up Kicks

The American indie pop band, Foster the People, was formed in Los Angeles, California in 2009. The band is composed of Mark Foster, Mark Pintius and Cubbie Fink. "Pumped Up Kicks" is what the band is best known for.

"Pumped Up Kicks" was featured on numerous television shows like Warehouse 13, Entourage, Gossip Girl and The Vampire Diaries. They also got on the soundtracks to a couple movies including Friends with Benefits and Fright Night.
A few of their other songs have been used else where like FIFA 12, a Payless shoe commercial, a Nissan commercial and MTV's Awkward.

Monday, December 13, 2010

2,400 year old pot of soup. WTF?!

Ok, so they found it. It was "bone soup." Seriously, how much can you learn from a pot of bone soup?

A Xian pot of soup from 2,400 years ago was found in a tomb. The 2,400 year old bronze vessel was found near the capital of Xian. Archaeologists also believe they found a container of wine.

"It's the first discovery of bone soup in Chinese archaeological history," the Global Times quoted Liu Daiyun of the Shaanxi Provincial Institute of Archaeology as saying.

"The discovery will play an important role in studying the eating habits and culture of the Warring States Period (475-221 BC)."

The tomb was being excavated to make way for an airport extension, the report said.

Scientists were expected to conduct further tests to confirm the liquid was indeed soup and to identify the ingredients.

The tomb could have held the body of either a member of the land-owning class or a low-ranking military officer, archaeologists said.

The terracotta army figures were found near Xiang in 1974 at the burial site of Qin Shihuang, China's first emperor.

The find was made when Liu took the lid off a round, three-legged bronze cauldron. To his amazement it was half-full of liquid. He said: “When I opened the lid, I was really shocked."

Read more: http://www.thirdage.com/news/xian-pot-soup-2400-year-old-pot-soup-found-china_12-13-2010?#ixzz183x3UPEb

Saturday, December 11, 2010

How to get rid of "Slide to Unlock" on your Android phone

Tired of "slide to unlock" function on your phone? Want to get to your phone the quickest and fastest way? Get rid of the slide to unlock function by using a program called "No Lock" - by BoD.
Go to the android market and download it. Once you have, just tap the lock and make it say "locking disabled." You are all set to go. Now, every time you hit the unlock key, you will not have to slide to unlock your phone.

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

How to Make Calls over Wifi and or 3g With Your Iphone, Ipod or Ipad

As of today (Dec 7, 2010) there are a couple of new ways you can make calls on your iphone without using your minutes! With these apps, you can make wifi calls or 3g calls with your iphone, ipod or ipad! I hope Mr. Jobs doesn't take them off the app store.

Viber is a free app that's basically Skype meets Google Voice. It can make regular voice calls from your iPhone, but upon calling another Viber user it'll automatically route the call over VOIP and cost you absolutely nothing. - lifehacker

Talkatone sets up free VoIP calls, over 3G or Wi-Fi, from your iPhone, iPod, or iPad through Google Voice for free. - lifehacker

8 ways to Make Your Blackberry Battery Last Longer

My blackberry battery runs out to fast. How can I make my blackberry battery last longer?

1. lower backlight brightness
2. lower backlight timeout
3. key tones: off
4. automatically dim backlight: on
5. turn bluetooth off if not using
6. turn wifi off if not using
7. turn gps services off (ex: google maps, sprint / at&t navigator, etc)
8. buy a car charger / desktop charger for work

How to Change Font on Blackbery

To change the font on your blackberry, go to:
1. Blackberry key
2. Options
3. Screen / Keyboard
4. Edit "Font Family" and/or "Font Size"

Friday, December 3, 2010

How to Change Home Icons on Blackberry

How do I change the icons on my blackberry home screen?

Its not too hard.
1. hit the blackberry key
2. hover over the icon you wish to have on your home screen.
3. hit the blackberry key and select "move"
4. move the icon the the desired spot on the top row.
5. hit the "end call" button to go back to the home screen and you should be all set!

Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Life Lesson #1

The more you experience, the more you know what you like to do. Go out and experience life. Things won't always turn out the way you may have "expected", but the act of putting yourself out there, and being open to experiencing and living, is what is the key. Its all about the process of living, not just "outcomes".

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Dell Home Service Warranty

Background info: My first laptop was a Dell Latitude 1420 which i bought from the Dell outlet. Since it was refurbished, it came with a Dell in-home warranty for 3 years (if i remember correctly).

The problem: Sometimes, when i would close my laptop to put it to sleep / hibernate, the screen would get messed up. When i openned it back up, the whole screen was white and I could not see anything.

The Solution: Luckily, I found I had this problem early on so I went online and talked to a Dell represenative to see what they could do for me. A couple of days later, a nice fellow came knocking at my door. I explained to him what was going on. He took apart my laptop, cleaned / air can sprayed all the dust away and replaced my screen for me, free of charge. Since that day, I never had a problem with my screen again, nor anything else.

Conclusion: I took a risk by buying a refurbished laptop, but I was glad that Dell gave me the piece of mind by backing up their product with free in home service. I thought I was going to have to ship it somewhere, or that the screen wouldn't be covered. Luckily, that was not the case. I am a repeat customer and believe in the Dell brand and build quality and will continue to shop with them for my computer / latop needs. Thank you Dell.

How To Get Rid of Acne #1

How do I prevent from getting break outs?
How can I get rid of my acne / pimples?
What can I do to treat my skin?

Here are a few tips / rules I follow to try and control blemishes:
  • - Control your stress level. Anykind of stress makes your skin break out....
  • - Stressed from work, school, etc? Take a breather, try and relax more.
  • - If you have to use the bathroom, GO. Don't hold it.
  • - Stressed about your bad skin? try not to be... it will only make it worse.
  • - Avoid any situations / activities which increase your stress level.
  • - Dont drink milk (I dont know if this really works)
  • - Exfoliate. Do not let dry/dead skin sit on your face.... it will cause blemishes.
  • - If you are a guy, hair on your face collects dirt/oil like crazy try and keep your facial hair trimmed.

Dell Vostro 1520 Review

I got my Dell Vostro 1520 about 2 months ago and am pretty happy with it. I wanted something with decent speed and a dedicated graphics card so i could play games on it. The Inspiron line didn't offer any laptops with a good graphics card (only onboard), so i was left with two options if I wanted to get a Dell. I had to go with a Vostro or an XPS. At the time, Dell had a coupon code for $200 off any Vostro over $799, so I bit. The XPS models were too expensive anyways... I got a 15in, C2D (core 2 duo), 2gb ram, 256mb nvidia gfx card for pretty cheap after taxes and whatnot. (I was sad when i saw they had a better promotion a week after i bought mine).

I was switching from my Asus eeepc 1000h, so it was a big difference. Here are some of the Pros and Cons regarding the Vostro 1520:

Pros:
  • - Inexpensive
  • - Solid Performance (no crashes, etc)
  • - Glossy/sleek design
  • - Windows XP (not vista!)
  • - Multimedia controls located on keyboard
  • - Good battery life (8 hours with extended battery)
Cons:
  • - A little heavy (my preference)
  • - Glossy parts collect dust and fingerprints easily
  • - Camera (1.3mp) is not as good compared to Mac's
  • - Headphone / microphone jack located in front (personal preference)
Overall, I am very happy with my Vostro 1520. The cons/gripes I have with it are very minor. Its a solid machine which can also be used as a desktop replacement. It also is backed up by dells warranty for a year (send in service) which is good enough for me. I've had a good experience in the past with Dells warranty service and have piece of mind if something does go wrong with my Vostro. Hopefully, I'll never have to call them.

Why you shouldn’t jailbreak your iPhone

So you're thinking about Jailbreaking your Iphone so you can download all the cool/usefull apps which the iTunes store doesnt allow/want you to use. You want to use a different carrier and avoid signing a contract with AT&T. You want to customize your Iphone the way you want it. Who is going to stop you? Although there are many reasons why you would want to Jailbreak your Iphone with redsn0w or whatnot, here are some reason why you shouldn't.
  • - It's illegal. (meh...)
  • - Bye Bye warranty (meh...)
  • - If you get caught, you'll get in trouble with AT&T (if you have a contract with them).
  • - The interface gets slower! sometimes when you want to pull up an app, or hit the messages icon.... it takes about 4 seconds for it to load.
  • - You can't update the software on your iphone without jailbreaking it again. You have to back it up, erase everything then quickpwn it again... its just a hassle.

Monday, July 20, 2009

Asus Eeepc 1000h Review

Thinking about getting a netbook but dont know if you really need / want one? I had the Asus EeePc 1000h for a few months. It was a great little netbook. However, since it was only a 1.6ghz atom processor, there were some limitations as to what this little guy could handle. Lets weight the Pros and Cons....

Pros:
  • - Light weight / Portable
  • - Good battery life
  • - Good build quality
Cons:
  • - Cant handle anything which requires a fast processor (ex: HD video on youtube)
  • - 1gb ram standard (you should upgrade to 2gb)
  • - Gets hot since everything is so compact
  • - Comes with Windows XP
  • - Trackpad buttons are noisy and you have to press hard
Conclusion: Well, this is a good little netbook for what its made for..... which is internet browsing, email, social networking etc. You have everything at your fingertips and dont have to lug around a big 15in laptop around... This is not a desktop replacement or mean to edit anything besides text. Here is a list of what this Asus or any netbook would be good for...

  • - Taking notes in class
  • - Blogging / Word processing
  • - Listening to music
  • - Casual internet browsing (no HD video/flash)
  • - Chatting / Email / Social Networking
  • - Anything other activities which can be done in less than 30 minutes