Happy Wedding Anniversary to me! been married for 12 years now! How shall i describe my journey... well i must say its a lifetime never ending journey but the ride till now was worth the decision i made years ago. It was a treat, though not like the icing on the cake nor the cake itself, but was a real treat! A roller coaster ride!
When you are married its uncertain where life could have you thrown in years but i've spend 12 years in a marriage as beautiful with roses and thorns. There has been endless thorns that could thwart me from moving another step in live but the roses itself were the strength and the motive... when life is a challenge itself.. marriage is just a part of our lives.... :)
My two minute self made wedding poetry!
There were days the tide seemed high.. There were days the tide was low.. There were days when everything seemed bright.. There were days when nothing went right..
One can never say threading a needle is easy and just the way is a married life. Its never easy and there would be lots of highs and lows at every point in life but a person remains strong and keep joining broken thread, that is what makes up a marriage(the lines above describe it so well) :)
We'll celebrating our day with my close family, and i wish us many more years to celebrate... Happy 12th Wedding anniversary to us :)
I guess i'm not going to register or sign up on any site again using my yahoo email id! I'm still waiting for a confirmation email i was supposed to receive on my yahoo account. It's a site hosting a kids contest and i registered my 11 year old son, Aryan to participate. But it's only for Indians and though reliable, but they're only allowing a limited number of entries. Besides only one sign up per IP! Now that i haven't yet received the confirmation email how on earth am i going to enter further into the contest which is for kids of tender ages to create fun cartoons, faces, etc with colorful paints on food, and submit for voting. The winner would be selected through votes.
My son Aryan qualifies as a 11 year old and it would be a good opportunity to divert his mind from the games he loves to play but to which he is also getting addicted to. I thought since he is a creative little boy, there is a chance for him to win, plus his time spent on the contest would be worth his energy than the exhausting games he plays. But, i haven't yet received the yahoo email and frustration is getting into me because i would still run out of time for a second attempt to sign up from my sisters PC, considering the limited entries for registration. My sister might be in a deep sleep by now... and here it's a 'hurry or sign ups expire soon' situation i am stuck in! i cant even ask for a re-confirmation as im sure it still wouldn't arrive in my inbox. This has occurred a repeated amount of times but trusting yahoo emails service i signed up with my yahoo id, now what, regret! I should have used my Gmail id instead (sigh). Has Aryan lost the chance to enter? I'll have to wait and see... :(
Well, i've already waited for an hour to see if the mail would arrive at my yahoo address, even if in its own sweet time, but in vain. I think yahoo mail needs a real enhancement of its services instead of introducing a number of new and attractive features which are useless if the main service which is delivery and reception of emails hasn't yet bettered. In the attempt to lure new users they might lose their existing users to Gmail!
For me, a Gmail account is the winner even though they might not have been offering the new and many features the yahoo account does. But i don't care for features i care for my important mails more than anything else! Seems like i will have to divert all my imp emails to my Gmail account because, who knows, one day i might awake and find all my emails gone! Yahoo would say; we regret the inconvenience caused!!!!
From the very beginning, the girl's family objected strongly about her dating this guy. Saying that it has got to do with family background and that the girl will have to suffer for the rest of her life if she were to be with him.
Because of the family's pressure, the couple quarrel very often. Though the girl love the guy deeply, but she always ask him: "How deep is your love for me?"
As the guy is not good with words, this often causes the girl to be very upset. With that and the family's pressure, the girl often vents her anger on him. As for him, he only endures it in silence.
After a couple of years, the guy finally graduated and decided to further his studies overseas. Before leaving, he proposed to the girl: "I'm not very good with words. But all I know is that I love you. If you allow me, I will take care of you for the rest of my life. As for your family, I'll try my best to talk them round. Will you marry me?"
The girl agreed, and with the guy's determination, the family finally gave in and agreed to let them get married. So before he left, they got engaged.
The girl went out to work, whereas the guy was overseas, continuing his studies. They sent their love through emails and phone calls. Though it was hard, they never thought of giving up.
One day, while the girl was on her way to work, she was run over by a car that lost control. When she woke up, she saw her parents beside her bed. She realized that she was badly injured. Seeing her mum crying, she wanted to comfort her. But she realized that all that could come out of her mouth was just a sigh. She has lost her voice ....
The doctor said that the impact on her brain has caused her to lose her voice. Listening to her parents' comfort, but with nothing coming out from her, she broke down.
During the stay in hospital, besides silent cry, ..... it was still just silent cry that companied her. Upon reaching home, everything seems to be the same. Except for the ringing tone of the phone. Which pierced into her heart every time it rang. She does not wish to let the guy know. Not wanting to be a burden to him, she wrote a letter to him saying that she does not wish to wait any longer.
With that, she sent the ring back to him. In return, the guy sent millions and millions of replies, and countless of phone calls ... but all the girl could do was more crying ....
The parents decided to move away, hoping that she could eventually forget everything and be happy.
With a new environment, the girl learned sign language and started a new life, telling herself everyday that she must forget the guy. One day, her friend came and told her that he's back. She asked her friend not to let him know what happened to her. Since then, there wasn't anymore news of him.
A year has passed and her friend came with an envelope containing an invitation card for the guy's wedding. The girl was shattered. When she opened the letter, she saw her name in it instead.
When she was about to ask her friend what's going on, she saw the guy standing in front of her. He used sign language telling her "I've spent a year's time to learn sign language. Just to let you know that I've not forgotten our promise. Let me have the chance to be your voice. I Love You." With that, he slipped the ring back into her finger. The girl finally smiled.
Many years ago, who knew technology would evolve to heights that systems would be developed to allow us to communicate online through simply typing. Such a communication we all know is called as chatting online. This is what helps us to stay connected with our loved ones who are distanced from us and not possible to make calls every day or every hour in that matter. But nowadays, not only are we given the opportunity and freedom to remain in constant touch with our own people but we can also connect with old friends and make new friends too! It seems like the world is at our finger tips with internet technology, isn't it?
Such is the chat technology developed that one can also view the person sitting on the other side of the chat through a medium known as video chat, apart from voice messaging, which is so convenient than using a phone.
Plus, with the usage of new and latest launched chat websites like iMeetzu.com one can come across other users worldwide, make friends, and keep chatting away to glory. There are users/chatters available online with whom you can randomly begin chatting with like chatroulette and omegle once you get online. You don't need to register, just get online and chat with strangers! you can also save your new connections who you've already connected and chatted with. Begin right away!
Today i have decided to pay a tribute the Jazz and R&B singer Amy Winehouse who passed away aged 27, on 23rd July(not sure about the date). She was well known her confused looks and terrible dress up days. One of her bad days were of her walking the street in just a lingerie top and jeans. Viewing her pics, one can understand the singer was into drug abuse which is the culprit leading her to an early death. I loved her stylish looks and the beehive she wore for a hairdo, something that always seemed quite 'funny' to me but sure did make a fashion statement for her fans and designers.
She often wore a confused look and expressed a depressed pattern of behavior which attracted media apart from her success. Her song "You Know I'm No Good" gives an insight into her life with lyrics like " I cheated myself, Like I knew I would, I told you I was trouble, You know that I'm no good....
Her powerful, soulful voice suited for the rock genre more but i wasn't so into listening to Amy Winehouse, reason why i didnt post her for MM before. Its sad her tragic death has proven how "anti-drugs, smoking, and alcohol kills'- so i just like to advice the world to be drug-free.
Amy was born to a Jewish family, her mom a pharmacist while her dad was a taxi driver and of course she would missed by fans and her celeb friends and associates no doubt, but most of all her parents would miss their daughter. Her "Rehab" and "Tears dry on their own" won her fame, but sad she has joined other young celebs who had died at 27, one of whom is Kurt Cobain.
She will always be missed for her soulful voice, her style, her confused behavior whatever else be it, she had a life which she lost, and though she is immortalized in the music she left behind, the world will surely miss her. Amy Winehouse- Born 14th September Died- 23rd July. May her soul RIP.
A video of her track "Rehab" below- have a happy MM :)
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I have heard a lot about of Amsterdam, the capital of Holland from my friend who works as a travel agent. The city is famous for architecture, design and art and, where art is, there i am. I am so passionate about the subject that whatever i can lay my hands on; i capture it like a picture or a memory. Now back to where i was to enlighten you some more. I believe if you are a foodie, amsterdam restaurants will allow your taste buds to savor on Indonesian rice, or Dutch pancakes, which it is quite famous for. Food is cooked it's in its purest form prepared from organically obtained authenticated ingredients.
Have you been to the site called coolcapitals.com? If you haven't yet, the website will give you a clear insight into the art in Amsterdam. Apart from being the destination for food lovers it is also famous for art, so one can also come across great art museums dedicated to Van Gogh and Rembrand. They were the great Dutch masters.
if you are already planning a visit to the capital before i can finish, don't forget art Amsterdam is also famous for its architectural skills and buildings and the place to discover Dutch design! The canals which are listed in the UNESCO World Heritage provide the best view of the 17th and 18th Century house and warehouses. Amsterdam is renowned for its innovation and experimentation in areas of design.
Its really shocking to know of the spit between Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony! But then who isn't aware of such happenings in the film industry? Its a wee bit non problematic issue that keeps cropping up for the celebrities that there isn't anymore interest in who is marring or who is about to, or already divorced. Well, and did you really think that? never will they be non wagging tongues where celebs are concerned, be it their link up's, make up's or break ups!
J.Lo and Marc Anthony tied the knot on June 5th, 2004 and there wasn't ever a slight bit of idea there was something cold brewing between them, no not coffee, if your mind did wander just now into a Sizzling Jennifer and Hottie Marc sipping a coffee on a cold winter morning. Well something that cold which lead them to a divorce! They did look the lead pair of the american idol finale's hottest couple but what happened two months later? A divorce.. a steamy one, not steamier than the performance during the show, though.
But what went wrong? Will let you know in an update ;)
I have come across many students struggling to search for a secured lifetime job because they were forced into working because of circumstances; they are some of the unfortunate who couldn't pursue a degree. But now the internet has made everything possible for everyone even students can benefit from online accredited degree that can help fit your educational and career goals. Are you also one of them who is considering an Online Degrees to meet your goals? It’s easy; you can pursue your degree without the need to leave your home, or if you are working, no need to commute to classes. This saves time and money because you won’t have to spend on transportation or cost of room associated with campus programs. One more benefit for students is that they will have access to nationwide program's from online schools and collages and universities, which is not always available on your local campus in your area.
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I made up my mind to change my layout soon and it’s a promise to me. It’s important i attract more traffic than chasing them away. It’s important i give my baby a makeover ASAP, because am aware the content is not readable and the colors are too deep. Maybe my readers are polite enough not to mention but i am thoughtful about them. I need them to keep visiting back and never want to lose my readers for it their visits that my blog is ranked and successful (whatever bit ;)). So why should i give them a hard time while they're here. Its home to me, and those who visit my home should have a pleasant smile while leaving, a content smile that would keep them returning and wanting more from me.
The code editing part of changing the layout is what makes me hesitant to make a move at it, but i've given it a final thought... I Will .This would be a gift to myself too by the 31st of July which is also my wedding anniversary! I'll go to that part of my life later but for now let me concentrate on a new and beautiful layout, a makeover for this blog. I’ll have to browse though some sites, find graphics or maybe some ready made blogger layouts. If i don't find anything suitable to my taste and choice i will create a layout on my Photoshop like i did with this one! Not a bad idea, but if only time permits and i don't mess up with the codes.
There is no doubt, loads of pending work and i don't know how I’ll find the time but determination is the word for today, and for always. So, i will have to find time and complete the makeover before 31st. I don't even want my site to be under construction! So i must be quick. I must, i must, i must, i will, i will, i will.. Lol.. I just need suggestions where to get a premium but affordable layout, if anyone knows to save time, or i'll have to create one myself. Let’s see... :)
I just went through an exiting survey on a site called coolcapitals.com which has also made me eligible for a prize, to be announced on December 31st. I'm so excited from now! This is the place one can get an idea or an unique insight into five of Europe's most happening and exciting places to travel to, from food, places to discover and explore, performance art, to fashion; whatever is of your interest in the cities of Amsterdam, Zurich, Vienna, Valencia, and Antwerp, coolcapitals is ready to assist you as your personal travel online guide!
Since i'm extremely passionate about design, art, and jewelry, i was immediately fascinated by the Viennese silversmith art and modern design at the silver factory which was earlier one of Austria's oldest handicraft business for more than 100 years. Now taken over and developed into Vienna's important workshops. Also famous is the imperial furniture collection. It was founded by Empress Maria Theresa, and brings to life the world of imperial Vienna Design. To explore your senses through the world of Valencia Art there are many museums which showcase the cities modern art and architecture amidst a backdrop of its historic culture. Apart from art and design, the city is also famous for its fashion displays, its rich and fresh seafood.
Zurich design is equally fascinating which is contributed by a number of inhabiting new and experienced stylists and designers throughout the city. Let your senses mellow in the pleasures of modern and traditional contemporized art and design.
It was the 18th(few days ago), i was so awaiting the right time to put the pearl ring i had got made by a jeweler to ensure calmness of my mind. AS i already mentioned in a post last month how much i'm into astrology and gems, i was so convinced everything would be all right once i wear the priceless ring. Got the pearl from a far away city while i was holidaying and paid a great price for it.
But right now am really annoyed at the jeweler as the ring is a bit tight! but i wont refrain from wearing it once i put it on as it has healed a big part of me already. Lets see when i'm able to get it loosened to fit my finger! For now i've squeezed it into the little finger which of course is a but painful but no harm. It looks good.. LOL..
How many of us while travelling think about the usage of Eco-friendly products? I doubt. But we should all know that even while travelling one can contribute towards the environment by living green, and now this is made possible by ELD, a company that specializes in manufacturing products suited for different types of travel.
Why is a posture correction so important and how can we achieve it through ELD? Just like travel bags, which is a style statement for women that expresses their personality and professionalism, posture is also an important factor to maintain beauty and ensure comfort to a woman's body while travelling. The lack of correct posture can lead to health issues like spine disorders. ELD'S Memory Foam Cushion is designed to help muscles relax while travelling which in turn enhances performance. That tiredness which one would generally have after travelling or the aches and pains resulting from strenuous activities we normally do at home like meditation, yoga, watching TV sitting crouched on a sofa could be reduced by using an ELD high elasticity backrest cushion. This product which made up of elasticity urethane foam memory, helps to maintain the stability of posture by securing the waist, and ensuring comfort to the body corrects wrong posture and rids your back of pains. This also helps to prevent spinal disorders and can be used on a chair, or folded and carried anywhere! For long distance travelling one can also use an air-neck pillow. About the company and its history- ELD, apart from developing ELD living goods also supports the growth of leisure and cushion goods because they understand their customers need for Eco-living. ETHOS and EDDAS, are two major brands domestically developed and launched in 2008 and 2009 respectively by ELD, and the company plans to go global and expand their business with their line of travel bags and other travel accessories. The spirit of ELD is to reach out to the world through their eco-friendly products thinking the world as its customer, also keeping in mind the competitiveness and base of their business.
Their major brands- EDDAS specializes in manufacturing developed products suited for various types of travel. EDDAS means beautiful, elegant, friendly, and honest in Greek language.
The stylish collections of ETHOS are modern products with a mixture of Mediterranean culture and urban feelings. ETHOS means reputation, trust, interest, temperament, character in Greek language.
So do you also want to make a style statement for yourselves while keeping in mind that you also would be contributing towards the environment? If living green is your dream, i urge you, my readers to visit the sites below right now! Help save the environment while living your dream :)
Seems like our advertises are busy elsewhere because lately there is a big delay for task approval. There used to be an approval of tasks for certain sites immediately after completion and submission but now we have to wait for days.
Loudlauch, the 2nd best paid to review website though consistant in assinging tasks to its publichers, has been delaying our task approvals, but am not complaining, coz the flow of tasks are pretty much evident of how busy there are! ;)
I'm surprised, Blogitive too still seems to be having problems with their hosting and the loss of data as they claimed on their site weeks ago, and there are lined up tasks yet to be approved. There are no tasks coming in too but i hope soon :)
Now all i can do it wait until the approvals and from then on, count the days till i'll be paid.
But some such sites which pay on time are blogsvertise, and socialspark through the flow of tasks from SS seeing to be dyeing down while blogsvertise is consistent with assigning bloggers tasks. There is hardly any luck with socialspark anymore after SocialSpark v2.0 was created... But the opportunies to earn online are endless from new and better sites being launched! So good luck bloggers.. :)
I know in Part 1 of the Benefits of BBQ Special I said that I would not give you the recipe, but I will give you my secret fat burning BBQ seasoning for chicken (which really is just the recipe) that I have adjusted, thanks to Dave Ruel & Karine Losier’s Metabolic Cookbook at the bottom of the post, but watch the video first.
Adding these seasonings to your chicken or any meat will literally take you no more than 20 seconds, but the effect it’ll have on your rate of fat loss (compared to not using them at all) will be profound. Fat loss really does not get much easier than this!
THERMO-CHARGED SEASONINGS BY DAVE RUEL
There are always going to be those days when you're simply in a huge rush and don't have time to cook. You had planned to prepare your healthy meal but something came up and now you're left stranded.
That's where these seasonings come into play. A couple times a week, cook multiple pieces of plain chicken, fish, and red meat, and keep them stored in your refrigerator so that you can really just ‘grab and go’.
In the Metabolic Cookbook we've created some 'Thermo-Charged Seasonings' that will spice up any of those bland pre-cooked chicken breast (or whatever protein source you're using) into a taste sensation.
Not only will this quick meal-on-the-go taste good, it'll still have the same metabolic enhancing powers as all of the other recipes in our book.
Adding these seasonings to your protein will literally take you no more than 20 seconds, but the effect it’ll have on your rate of fat loss (compared to not using them at all) will be profound. Fat loss really does not get much easier than this!
FAT BURNING SEASONINGS
This is the secret 5 herbs and spices when combined make for the ultimate fat burning seasoning. You must put them all together in order for them to be effective. Not only do they have health benefits but they have flavour benefits as well and will help keep you on your nutrition and diet plan
Parsley – Amazing for digestion
Oregano – Good for preventing stomach bloating, helps combat cortisol, which is related to stomach bloating
Basil – Great for controlling your appetite and preventing hunger craving
Rosemary – Calming effect, which helps control your stress and cortisol levels.
Cayenne Pepper – Stimulates circulation detoxifies and cleanses the body and can be used to reduce extra weight
FAT BURNING BBQ SEASONING FOR CHICKEN AND OTHER MEATS
It’s not a secret, we all know that nutrition is directly responsible for more than 80% of your results, whether your goal is to build muscle or lose body fat. Ironically, only 3% of the people involved in bodybuilding or fitness are capable of fallowing a specific nutrition plan.
Wonder how cigars were invented? If we went back to history it was known that the great explorer Columbus on his trip to an island came across tobaccos which were then, just fragmented dried leaves. The natives, who used to puff the dried, rolled leaves which were stuffed into another leaf, also presented some to Columbus and his men. Then on, tobacco was grown and manufactured on a large scale to a lot of homes and smokings began to increase.
But with technology evolving over the years, not only cigars but cigar accessories like cutters, lighters, and flavors were also invented. It's considered one of the finest pleasures in life like wine and good food. Cigars and its products can be found at cigar place. You can avail exclusive offers on different brands like Ashton cigars.
There is nothing like gifting your buddy or college an Oliva master blend made by the famous oliva cigar family, the world famous makers through gift certificates. Also, don't miss the chance to avail one of these limited edition cigars for yourself because soon stocks will be unavailable. There is also early bird special offer which is for free shipping between 6.am to 9.am, for US residents only, so why not enjoy an efficient and reliable shopping experience of cigars online? One can also purchase a water pillow portable bag cigar humidifier to store and carry around for at least 45-60 days. Cigars maybe injurious to health, please smoke in limits to ensure a healthy and safe life.
Strange how my google page rank for my Pregnancy Blog changed back from pr1 to pr2 within just a few days of its drop from pr2 to pr1!!! I was shocked to see some tasks from a certain paid to review site assigned to me which i wasn't qualified for earlier because of the drop. I was in a confused state, but when i checked, it was back to its earlier Google page rank! The last update was around June 28th or 29th. So was this update necessary, and how and why so soon? I wonder how many other bloggers have experienced this? Do let me know... i feel there is some special force working for me where my luck is concerned, LOl.. cant help but feel that way with the tasks and paid reviews pouring in.
But i guess regarding the urgent pr update, there must have been some changes to our robot.text.file or some codes which we are oblivious to, and the previous update was just a reflection. Maybe its an algorithm experiment from Google which failed. Maybe Google didn't meant to penalize my pregnancy and parenting blog in the first place and so its back to its earlier pr. I'm sure most of you have also experienced this..with the curiosity that i'm going through, i need some more enlightenment soon! :)
Whatever it is, i will do some research before updating this post again :)
This has been the summer of the BBQ for Funk. At least 5 days a week I am grilling up some sort of lean meat. I put together a two-part BBQ video series to start of my Summer of Nutrition.
This video is of my yummy fat burning BBQ chicken breast with a fantastic seasoning recipe I got from the Metabolic Cooking Program that Angela and I picked up a few months back. (you need to get yourself a copy)
Below is a great article from Dave Ruel, creator of the Metabolic and Anabolic Cooking, which talks about the Top Tips and Benefits to Cooking on the Grill.
It even includes specific times for foods like:
- Steak (Bone in or no bone)
- Chicken
- Buffalo Burgers
- Assortment of veggies
The real trick is the timing and he has got you covered.
TOP TIPS AND BENEFITS TO COOKING ON THE GRILL - BY DAVE RUEL
With summer in full swing, one cooking method that you must make sure you’re making good use of is grilling. Grilling is one of the top health promoting ways to prepare your meals and even better, it offers plenty of flavour.
My favourite part of summer grilling? The gathering’s it brings and the fun that follows
When you cook on the grill you’ll help to reduce the total fat content in any meat that you prepare as the fat will drip right off and since you aren’t using any butter or other added fats in the cooking process, you’ll get a low calorie dish that’s high on nutrition but low on calories.
Cooking on the grill using propane or charcoal tends to bring out the flavour in foods to a larger extent, so you won’t need to add a lot of high calorie sauces or condiments either. Simply using some herbs or marinades will easily enhance the taste without destroying the nutritional value of the meal.
Let’s give you a brief run-down on how to make use of this terrific cooking technique.
What To Cook
Funk's Lamb Chops and Spinach Salad
There are many different options as to what you can prepare up using your grill. Vegetables are a classic favourite as they’ll come out juicy and crisp, really awakening your taste buds and allowing you to see just how satisfying eating healthy can be.
There are many different protein options for cooking on the grill as well including steaks, venison, buffalo burgers or lean ground beef burgers, fish, shrimp, and chicken. Each of these will be a high quality source of protein that’s already naturally lower in fat.
Pretty much all meats mentioned in Anabolic Cooking can be modified to be cooked on the grill. In fact some of the recipes will taste even better if you can get access to a BBQ.
Sweet potatoes work great on the grill for your primary carbohydrate source and corn on the cob is another option to consider for a sweet, nutrient packed form of energy.
For the creative individuals out there, fruit can also be grilled and will make for a very healthy dessert to top off your meal.
To get ready to begin cooking, you’ll want to marinate any meat or vegetables you plan to cook by placing them on a plate or zipped bag with the marinade and allowing to sit in the fridge for a couple hours or overnight.
If you are just going to use herbs with your meat or vegetables then you should press the herbs into the flesh of the meat and then place it directly onto the grill. You would be amazed at just how much taste can result from a few simple herbs. For vegetables, brush a very light coating of olive oil onto the skin or spray with Pam and then sprinkle the herbs on top of that to give them something to ‘stick’ to.
Some great herbs that you’ll want to consider trying as you perform your grilling include basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, parsley, and tarragon. Get creative and try various combinations of your favourite herbs.
Cooking To Perfection
Once you have the food prepared, then it’s time to get grilling. One great way to cook your vegetables is placing them in some foil and then wrapping and setting it on the grill. This will lock the heat in and produce vegetables that are tender and juicy. If you prefer vegetables on the crispier side, get some skewers and stab them before placing on the grill, making sure to turn occasionally so all sides get cooked.
Cooking temperatures for your protein source placed on the grill will be as follows. Remember that these are approximate cooking times and will vary so keep a close eye on your food as it cooks.
» Boneless steak – 8-14 minutes for medium rare
» Bone-in steak – 7-14 minutes for medium rare
» Chicken breasts – 8-12 minutes, turning at halftime
» Fish filets – 4-6 minutes or until fish easily flakes with a fork
» Ground beef or buffalo burgers – 10-16 minutes, flipping at half-time
» Shrimp – 5-7 minutes
» Pork tenderloin – 12-18 minutes, turning two to three times throughout the cooking process
Note that most vegetables will cook on the grill in about 5-6 minutes with the exception of squash, zucchini, eggplant, asparagus, and potatoes, which you’ll want to leave on for 10-15 minutes.
Be sure to check your vegetables as cooking progresses to ensure they reach your preferred state of crispiness.
So there you have the grilling details that you need to note to make sure you enjoy plenty of home-grilled meals this summer. Getting away from the usual cooking methods you typically use during the cooler months is a perfect way to shake up your diet so you can stick to it with ease.
It’s not a secret, we all know that nutrition is directly responsible for more than 80% of your results, whether your goal is to build muscle or lose body fat. Ironically, only 3% of the people involved in bodybuilding or fitness are capable of fallowing a specific nutrition plan.
Anabolic Cooking will turn you into the cook you never thought you could be...Whether your goal is to build lean muscle mass, lose body fat, stay fit, perform better or simply be healthy, this cookbook is a must-have in your kitchen!
At home we need to struggle by scrubbing, washing, and cleaning our dirty floors from stains caused by products containing chemicals in them. Oil and grease too, can be very hard to wash off. Sometimes in homes consisting of a kid or more, it's likely the floors will be always messy with the spills and drops. Homeowners in that case should make sure to always keep flooring tools ready. If your home floor is made up of concrete, then concrete polishing tools which are easily available these days will help maintain spotless and clean concrete flooring.
To maintain the durability of floors, Innovatech, famous around the world for its designs and production of floor grinding machines, also brings you an extensive line of units like tile scarpers, and other floor machinery. Quality along with performance and power has enabled the company's fame worldwide. Satisfied with the desired results, the true shine, which no other ordinary grinders can produce in difficult conditions and the company's dedication to provide an effective line of those concrete grinding polishing tools has customers going back for more.
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The present- Today, we get to see a vast number of bloggers blogging their way into the world of popularity and fame. Once a blogger has carved a name for themselves in the blogosphere there is no turning back! I'm not talking about big and famous blogs like problogger, techcrunch, etc.. You could be the author of a parenting blog, a technology blog, a celebrity blog, or a blog on no matter what subject, but once your blogs gain fame and popularity within your circle, you are all set into a professional popularization. The more unique and useful the content, the more popularity you gain. That's what I've noticed... So if you want to know how, read this post i had written earlier about How to start blogging... all the tips, etc...
These days its more for earning online than anything else. Because paid reviews and selling link space seems to be one of the best methods for making money online i find people swarming into the blog world just to earn some extra moolah(money). Though the internet had opened umpteen doors to earn online, blogging remains the most easier, and way too addictive. Unlike before when blogging was only meant to help connect with oneself or the world through blogging or simply a pass-time, these days its entirely a money making focus by newbie bloggers! You wont find that purity, that zest for genuine blogging anymore unless its an experienced blogger who knows the do's and dont's of blogging. I would like to advice newbies that paid reviews should be done in a way that search engine rankings shouldn't be effected. Its very imp to focus on unique content rather than just keep posting reviews. They say, two/three personal posts in between a paid post. Personal content should 70% more than paid content. The the Google Pr is also important, so you don't want to lose it by allowing Google to penalize you for only paid content on your blog. Paid content doesn't bode well with Google! Though a lot of bloggers may claim it makes no difference but i beg to differ ;) A post i wrote earlier in the week about the recent Google page rank update.
It was those days i can never forget when blogging used to be about ones thoughts, experiences and personal life, even for me. Nowadays, its different for everyone including me! The intention remains to keep blogging for both, my personal self and to make use of golden opportunities. But why not, because who wouldn't love to be paid for the things their write... ?
The past- how it began When i had began blogging, i didn't have the least bit of idea how people were earning through their blogs because back then, i don't think people took earning online a serious game, like me, even i didn't! I didn't get into blogging just to make money. It was more for myself and writing about my 'new born' daughter and my self-interests. It was a matter of 'genuine or fake'! Who would believe that one could actually be paid $$$$ for blogging/writing. Then came a time when i used to be an active chatter in the orkut forums, i came across these people talk about doing paid reviews, or get paid to post/write/blog, etc. I wondered why would anyone pay us to write about the things 'we' love, or even to write about their interests? I guess its all clear that advertisers pay us to review their products, company's and websites online. Nothing could convince me that i would be actually paid even after i posted my first review. I remember the first time i ever signed up to a website to do paid reviews i was nervous even while typing in my details, and remained nervous throughout until i received my first payment. I used to be worried to the extent with fingers crossed!!!! haha. The feel good reason helped me through it and i guess, there was no turning back since then :)
As everyone knows a doorbell is used to alert you that someone is at your door. Before doorbells there were door knockers, which were mechanical devices that made a loud sound, and before that people just used their fist to knock on your door. Doorbells have the advantage over all of the previous methods because they are more easily heard above household noises.
The first doorbells were just a bell attached to a string, the visitor pulled the string to ring the bell alerting the homeowner that someone was at his or her door.
With modern technology evolving over time, doorbells now rely on the latest technology and can be combined with a wireless intercom to increase home security.
A wireless intercom is exactly that, wireless, so no complicated installation is needed. When someone rings the doorbell they can then speak into the intercom and say who they are. If you do not know them or consider them suspicious you can just tell them to go away and keep your door locked. This device makes it easy to find out who is at your door and decide who to let in.
It is an easy and quick way to increase your home security. There are also many other innovative gadgets that you can buy that can increase your security and that are also easy on your wallet. The website the gadgetshack.com has a great and interesting selection of wireless alarms and doorbell systems. One of the other types of alarms is a driveway alarm which is available in different detection ranges and styles. The basic wireless driveway alarm detects a vehicle or human within 20 feet of the sensor. The receiver can be placed inside your home within 200 feet of the sensor in your driveway, and this just takes a few minutes of installation without the use of wires and costs under $40.
Technology has moved us forward in so many areas, and provided us with many new and exciting gadgets and devices at a reasonable cost. Gadgetshack.com backs all of their products with a money back guarantee so you can order from them without any worries. For the latest available innovative wireless and home security technologies visit gadgetshack today.
I put together the Burpee 28 to really add a challenging element to an already effective exercise. The burpee is the ultimate full body exercise as it uses almost every muscle in your body to perform.
Burpees are a staple in my a lot of workouts and training programs, but I wanted to turn it up a notch, so I took the Burpee Pull-Up exercise and broke it down into four separate components (exercises) and created Funk’s Burpee 28’s. (It’s actually similar biceps 21 exercise if you are familiar with it)
This workout is broken into four parts where you will perform 7 reps of each exercise without rest until you complete all 28 reps, hence the Burpee 28’s. Rest for 2 minutes and perform 3-5 sets. NOTE: The rest is important as you want your body to come to full recovery, so you can perform the explosive exercises to capacity.
You can add this workout to your workout programs, MMA training or use it as a stand-alone strength, conditioning and fat burning workout. Try this 3x per week and watch your over-all fitness and body improve drastically.
Perform 7 reps of Lower Leg Thrusts (Frog Thrusts)
Perform 7 reps of Jump Squats
Perform 7 reps of Jump Pull Ups – Chin Ups
Perform 7 reps of Burpee Pull Ups
Rest for two minutes and complete 3-5 rounds
BENEFITS OF BURPEES
The burpee is the ultimate full body exercise. It works almost every muscle in your body in one short sequence of movements. We have all performed a burpee or two in our lifetime and like me, you probably hated doing them too. But the effectiveness of this workout is the reason why the military, martial artists, football and other sports teams, Cross Fitter’s, fitness enthusiasts and smart personal trainers use the burpee in their training programs.
The benefits of adding burpees to your workouts bode well for you and your overall fitness and look:
Improve your conditioning and endurance - burpees use so many muscles that, in very simple terms, your heart and lungs just can't keep up. A set of burpees will force your body to work far above your capacity to take in, transport and utilize oxygen and, subsequently, your anaerobic conditioning will improve.
Increase overall strength - with each repetition, you’ll work your chest, arms, front deltoids, thighs, hamstrings, and abs. and
Burn fat - the burpee is one of the best exercises to burn fat. Studies have shown that high intensity exercises, like burpees, burn up to 50% more fat than conventional strength training exercises. Get off those boring elliptical machines and start doing burpees.
I recommend that you add burpees to your workout regime and you will notice an increase in strength, your overall cardio and conditioning and you will burn fat like never before.
I couldn't help but get into the mood of story telling to get Alisha, my 4 year old daughter to sleep earlier than her usual time so that she awakes and readies for school without feeling sleepy. The funny and amazing thing is how she created a different ending out of mine and though i laughed at her version but believe me, i was left zapped at how kids can make up stories!!! If you already know the story about the monkey and the crocodile (mine, is a different short story ;)), jump to her version which is right below ;)
My story goes like this 'once there a monkey who wanted to cross the river to his home on a tree on an island, so he told to his friend the crocodile "will you help me across the river dear friend, croc"
The crocodile said "yes my friend, just get on my back i shall swim you across"
On the way, when they had reached the deep in the middle of the river the croc spoke, "Well, Mr Monkey, my wife is very sick and needs your heart to eat or she will die. I will only continue our journey only if you give me your heart in return"
The monkey replied after a second of thinking "well my friend, you see, i have my heart hung on the tree which i left to dry after washing. I will give it to you once i reach my tree top house" to which the crocodile agree and continued swimming.
Once they reached the island the clever monkey jumped out of the crocs back and climbed the tree as fast as he could. When he reached the top, he told the waiting croc "hahaha, im sorry but my dear friend i had to lie to save my life for if i had told you my heart was with me inside my chest, you would have killed me!" The croc realized its stupidity and left the river to a far away one never to be seen again. LOL that was my story for her...
After i was done i asked her to tell me a story but she had something else in her mind, told me 'No, when they reached the top the monkey climbed up and told the croc "hahaha, i don’t have my heart on the tree, my heart is inside me, but you would kill me if i told you the truth" '
'So the croc jumped/climbed the tree and bit and beat the monkey and took out a knife and cut out the monkeys heart and ate it up, then went to his wife and gave the heart to this wife and the wife also ate the heart and the monkey died'
But of course, in her 4 year old language and in a mixture of English/Hindi! hahaha... And i was wondering how many hearts the monkey actually had, two? Television influence it seems! Anything is possible in the mind of a kid... :)
Next what i'm going to see is read her stories online, on the internet and with pictures it's going to be fun... ;)
Are you an ordinary person aspiring to be an actor? Have you got that natural acting talent within you and lately realized its caliber and ready to showcase your talent to the world? well talentjug has a huge number of casting calls and open auditions for movies, TV, reality shows, MTV and Disney, waiting for your reply! As a member at talentjug you can enjoy these multiple beneficial features that you can create on your profile and share your talents with others. Whether you post your own open casting calls for others to explore or make use of these acting opportunities yourself, whatever you do at talentjug to showcase your talent, is entirely upto you. But know this that right now there is lots to explore, so do sign up quickly!
There is a wide range of opportunities for you to discover and grab a contract for yourself from any casting directer in the search for talented people. Whether you have a talent for singing or acting, or even for modelling, you can find the best opportunities to reveal yourself by simply sharing your talent with other members. You can gain offers from singing, modeling, or acting casting call auditions anytime wherever you like. The opportunities are endless.
From commercials to American idol auditions, one can find all the information you need to get in touch with your dream to make it come true. Manifesting dreams into reality could never be easier for talented people. If MTV fascinates you into being a part of it, maybe a casting call for a MTV show is awaiting you on talentjug.com . Who knows you could also bag a role in one the future blockbusters! So stop waiting and seize the opportunity to become someone you've dreamed of right now.
I was in Jasper a couple of weeks ago and stood under a glacier. Without even thinking about it. No panic attacks, nothing, just enjoyment of the scene and a normal recognition of the possible danger. We left when the avalanches over Cavell Glacier started happening alot.
The last time we went to Mount Edith Cavell, I was so anxious I stayed very close to the trail, where the sign saying that going past that point exposes you to great danger, and all I remember was the rocks underfoot. I was so worried about slipping that I rarely looked around. I also remember worrying about getting to the bathroom, and that the kids might need to go, and what if one of them get hurt....and on and on. With starting YouthJuice, I did not expect the anxiety to clear up. It has completely. I am now experiencing life instead of internal monolog-ing it. I am not bogged down with negative thoughts and worry. I fully believe that nutrition is a hugely important part of mental health and this weekend excursion proves it. Feeding my brain the nutrients and vitamins that it needed made a life long mental disease go away. SO COOL! I would use YouthJuice over any medication!
This singer i know is a male vocalist and he of Arab origin, thus the handsome features ;) He's a talented singer, songwriter, musician and producer! The track from his debut album "Chapter One", topped the charts in the UK and middle east in 2009. The track below is from his second album "Touch The Sky".... hope you enjoy it.. its really emotional :)
Well this so unlike me bcoz where i love posting my fav old time music esp female artists, i posted Ramzi today. I have already posted his hit song "love is blind" so of course here is the latest brought to you by Ramzi. I fell head over heals in love again, when i heard 'Love is Blind'! Well, in today's posted video Ramzi is seen wooing a women, admitting his days of playing love games have long past ended and now he's seriously looking for a wife in the female playing his love interest. Am sure guys in his shoes would love this song as i'm already aware of his female fan following ;) Must watch the video, i'm sure you would love it too... :)
The lyrics of 'My Wife' go like this...
The only girl i'll ever make my wife Put a diamond on your finger for life Never felt so right say that you'll be mine Girl i've been trying so hard to make you understand but it ain't working, and girl maybe you think that am just another man trying to take what he can and leave you baby but that ain't right........
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This is my first week entering into the weekend blog follower caravan meme WBFC # 18, and the caravan is on its 18th week.
What is this meme about? Weekend Blog Follower Caravan is a simple online blogger-helping-blogger weekly meme. It was designed for bloggers to help each other in terms of blog followers either through Google Friend Connect and email subscribers.
Here is this weeks meme plan, and Here is where all the action takes place. Also visit the link to get a better understanding of the meme. Joining is so easy because all you got to do is complete the suggested tasks! This week we are supposed to subscribe to each others blogs and to the provided links(blogs) below and confirm, which is necessary. I'm already done with that... and would now like to welcome new followers to the meme. Dont miss your chance to win $5. And if lucky enough, you could win $20 by the end of the month...
This is how it works- Every week when the meme ends, two winners announced win $5! I would like to congratulate the winners of WBFC # 17... Who wouldn't want to win $20 at the end of the month being a follower or subscriber? I know you, and you and you! So come by and join us... :)
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If you're interested in the world of blogs and find its a dependable way to learn a lot. From liking to know about the likes, interests, feelings, and drama going on in the lives of people worldwide, to gathering information on various topics. Well, i agree there is no place like the blog world! These days you would find a variety of bloggers blogging about anything under the sun. Blogs have been a favorite part of the internet world since years now for both bloggers and their readers. You will hardly find a person who is oblivious to blogging. I still love to take my rounds or blog hops to fish out the best blogs that would help enlighten me on whatever i am looking for. But if only time permitted me being a mom, a home maker... accordance to me, the best amusing blogs would go to the celebrity category, but then depends. I love gossip which is why i can browse through a number of celeb blogs daily just to know whats going on in Hollywood and Bollywood. The next category would be personal and family blogs for me. Love getting into their homes through their blogs! A blog i recently came across which reviews movies online, and of course if you are lyrical crazy person like me you would love to visit kyo. Has a lot of interesting information to offer. If you are gaming freak too, this would probably be your stop. I downloaded some Naruto and other wallpapers for my kids. There is lots to read. Happy visiting! :)
Post pregnancy life or life after pregnancy brings so many questions; one of them is about menstruation care after pregnancy. You are constantly wondering as to when you will get your first period after pregnancy.
Many women mistake the bloody discharge after delivery for period. That discharge, however, is not your period, but all the additional fluid coming out of your uterus. This discharge can last from one to two months and women do need to wear pads to avoid staining their clothes.
The start of your menstrual cycle after pregnancy depends upon different factors, like your hormonal composition and breast-feeding. Women who do not breast-feed may get their first period after pregnancy as soon as one month.
On the other hand, women who breast-feed get their menstruation after pregnancy late, the reason being that, the prolactin present in your breast milk tends to suppress the menstruation after pregnancy.
Many women assume that they will not ovulate until the time they do not get their first period after pregnancy. You will be surprised to know that you might start ovulation within a few weeks of your delivery. Therefore, contraception plays an important role in life after pregnancy.
Facts About Menstruation After Pregnancy
Your period after pregnancy will be heavier and painful as compared to your experience before pregnancy.
You might still get PMS, when you resume menstruation after pregnancy.
While you are breast-feeding, be very careful of the birth control methods that you use. Consult your doctor before choosing any. Most doctors suggest barrier methods such as condoms, diaphragm etc.
Moms who are not breast-feeding can choose from a variety of options, like natural menstrual cycle, IUD insertion, contraceptive pills, or barrier methods.
Remember that menstruation after pregnancy is unpredictable. It will differ from woman to woman, and it changes monthly for a woman. It is all a game of hormones and how well your body copes with the changes. There might be women who might not experience any difference in menstruation before and after pregnancy. A cycle that appears normal to you might not be normal for another woman. Every woman has a different menstruation cycle. You need to understand your body very well, in order to understand your menstruation cycle. Do not be anxious about your first period after pregnancy, you will get them when your body is healed and uterus returns to its normal size and starts functioning normally.
Pregnancy brings many changes in you and your menstrual cycle is no exception. There are many changes that you would need to deal with apart from sitting and worrying about your menstruation after pregnancy. You just need to ensure that once you get your periods, then the menstruation care should be proper. Adjusting with the changes and enjoying life after pregnancy should be your motto. As everything else, your menstruation after pregnancy will also start falling in place with time.
If you were to count down the most harmful things that pregnant women can do to their babies, smoking would be right at the very top of the list. The good news is that you can quit smoking when pregnant, but you need to know why and what is the best way to do it.
Below are some of the most commonly asked questions about quitting smoking during pregnancy. Hopefully you can find the information you need within to help you understand the need to quit smoking now and how to go about doing it.
Why should I quit smoking when pregnant?
Smoking poses many dangers to your baby both before and after it is born. Smoking while you are still pregnant leads to both pre-term birth and low birth weight. Both of these conditions are very harmful for your baby. It can also lead to placental abruption, a condition where the placenta pulls away from the uterus necessitating an immediate delivery.
After birth smoking continues to harm your baby. Babies exposed to cigarette smoke suffer from a higher risk for respiratory infections and even Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
Is it safe to stop smoking during pregnancy?
The good news is that it is safe to stop smoking during pregnancy. Studies have shown that the earlier in their pregnancy expecting mothers stop smoking it lowers the likelihood of their babies suffering from the above conditions. But pregnant women need to make sure they use the proper technique to quit smoking. They must use something that is all natural, it needs to have a high success rate, and it should work quickly since time is of the essence.
What smoking cessation methods should I avoid?
Basically you want to avoid smoking cessation methods that rely on chemicals that can harm your baby. Some smoking cessation medications are more dangerous than smoking itself. Pregnant ladies need to avoid these smoking cessation medications altogether. They also should avoid nicotine replacement therapies (NRTs) like the patch. NRTs work by feeding nicotine into the system to replace the nicotine from cigarettes. Expecting moms need to avoid nicotine so NRTs are not a good choice.
What is the best way to quit smoking when pregnant?
The best method that meets all the criteria listed above is hypnotherapy. It is all natural, has a very high success rate, and works very fast. A particular type of hypnotherapy, called Neuro Linguistic Programming (nlp) is particularly effective. NLP has proven to be a very powerful form of hypnotherapy with a high success rate. It works like traditional hypnotherapy in that it removes the cravings to smoke from the subconscious. But unlike traditional hypnotherapy you do not have to visit a professional hypnotherapist. NLP recordings are available to help you quit smoking when pregnant just by listening to a specially formatted audio recording.
What is the best NLP based quit smoking method?
The most effective NLP smoking cessation program to help you quit smoking when pregnant is called the Quit Smoking Today program. It offers an NLP based smoking cessation recording that is so effective that it boasts a greater than 90% success rate.
