Swan Portraits

Almost 75% of 2010 is Done!

The Swan — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 04:47:45 +0000

Third quarter of the year is almost done and we’re gearing towards the end of 2010, then it will be 2011! Too many things I have to be thankful for this year.. but I’m still waiting for one thing to happen.

End of the year also mean paying life insurance premiums. If you want to get instant quote and want to be sure that you still have the best policy to renew, then check www.wholesaleinsurance.net. I personally like this website cause you don’t have to input your personal home number to get the quotation, you basically get the quote and can still change the initial input to get other premium rate.

I need to take care our insurance need before this month end.

Train Ride

The Swan — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 05:04:50 +0000

Just another day to thank from the Man Above. I cancelled my parking at work and went back to taking the train beginning this month. I’m happy to be back again, back from stress free day of driving and more time to read while on train. The only drawback of doing this is I need to add at least 15 minutes on my regular travel time. Also, it’s necessary to be on time because the train will not wait for me, otherwise, travel time will be longer. I survived the two days.. and love it! I have more time to help my sister on doing research like the motorhome repairs that she is planning to do. Taking the train truly brings more benefits; however, the laziness on my side is the reason why I hesitate to do it. I hope that I can do this successfully even just for three months.

Wide Angle Lens

The Swan — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 02:22:00 +0000

Finally, I was able to test my new lens with the speed light taking photos for a friend’s wedding. I like the distance I can capture with 18-105mm lens. Soon, details of steel buildings will be easy for me to capture from a far from my travel. I want to practice more and keep on shooting but time is one my constraints. I have other things I need to prioritize. Taking photos only comes when I’m not that busy.

Anyways, below are the photos taken from the wedding last Saturday.

Coach Sale + 20% Off

The Swan — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:32:37 +0000

Yes, run to the outlet now and indulge your self for a new bag! hahahha You can get up to 70% off sometimes. I remember saying to my husband that I should go to the outlet and buy bag every pay day. hahaha He just smiles and shake his head. lol Meaning no.. but it’s up to me.

Stress = No Pregnancy

The Swan — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:40:00 +0000

So true! This could be the reason why I got pregnant with my second child after 4 years. I was working in a high stressed environment.. not so healthy to conceive the baby. I gained weight, and almost about to take opiate detox to start my weight loss.

But I was thankful that God lead me to change my job. I got pregnant after three months with my new employer.. hehhe We didn’t plan but it happened. Hahhaa

This is a good article for all those who wanted to be pregnant: Stress May Affect Chances of Getting Pregnant

Lovely Indeed

The Swan — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 03:37:38 +0000

If I calculate the time I spent in shopping for women’s dresses, that will be equivalent to 10% of my time a day! Yes, that’s how crazy and addictive I am in shopping clothes. I even know when my favorite site will have new styles, when do they release new stuff, and even when they will release the sales online before the announcement hit the emails. Just few more pounds and I will be more comfortable buying clothes.. I actually need to change my wardrobe.

I can’t wait to get this dress in size 6/8:

ME, a CPA :)

The Swan — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 06:59:24 +0000

.. soon! I once searched for Best Online Schools to my MBA plan, but I stopped because of this tough economy, I cannot afford to spend more money and making my work secondary. lol Maybe in the future I will go back and pursue what I planned. For now, I’m enjoying and thankful for what I have.

I’m back studying to pass the CPA board exam since May. The most relevant way to add additional stuff on my education and accomplishment. I got the promotion that I wanted last March and the next level is tough to get qualified unless I have my CPA designation on my name and/or my MBA. So, that’s what I’m aiming for now.. and "CPA" next to my name. hehehe

Tech Savvy

The Swan — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 06:19:28 +0000

My mom is asking to upgrade the computer she is using. I’m thinking to computer memory or just get a new one for myself, then give my old one, or purchased one that is really intended for her. I have to look at the cost that will save us more money.

By the way, you’re not asking but my mom is facebook addict! lol And that is the reason why she hates slow internet connection now. hahahah She have more comments on her photos, more messages, and more friends that she really knew than me. hahhaha I can consider her tech savvy too.. except for falling too quickly to click ad banners on the page. lol

Legoland Visit

The Swan — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 05:55:11 +0000

We went to Legoland 3 weeks ago, everybody had fun I want to go back again for the Water Park

Amazing stuff made of legos..

Chaat Me!

The Swan — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:51:00 +0000

My friend is asking me to get a quote for NC short term health insurance from our current broker at work. She didn’t give me enough information to get the accurate rate.. Anyway, that give me another reason to call her and talk other things. lol I feel so chatty lately and it only mean one thing.. I’m happy. hahaha Hope that her decision to move in NC will bring more good things in her life.

By the way, I’ll be back to post photos I took lately