It's end of the month and it's time for me to recognize my top 25 droppers for this month. I wanted to thank you all for being so faithful in coming into my site and dropping your cards. I would like to thank not just my top 25 droppers but to everyone of you. Thank you ,Thank you so much! Here my top 25 droppers for the month of January.
1. A Simple Life - A 40 year old mother of two who likes to write just about anything. A baking enthusiast, a crafter and a hobbyist. This is about me, my views, my interests and my favorites.
2. Mommy's Little Corner - A blog that talks about my adventures of being a wife and a mom. This blog also focuses on food, nutrition and health.
3. Random Ramblings - Personal observations on a wide variety of subjects. Photographs of creatures and things that are taken on seeing the unusual as well as everyday things.
4. Computer Aid - Interesting PC problems encountered by a Computer Tech. Plus some other stuff :-)
5. The Modern Mom - Moms like me are becoming more and more housekeeping savvy. From stretching the family budget to diy's, smart solutions and more.Being a wonder mom is now no sweat with all these wonderful alternatives.
6. Moms.....Check Nyo - I’m a 40ish year old mom of two. I love to bake, cook, plant herbs (in pots cause i don’t have a garden), cross stitching, hardanger embroidery, bowling and just like any typical pinay moms i love watching telenovelas.
7. Entreblogger - MMO blog
8. The Matthias Chronicles - My personal views on the world around me filled with cynacism and sarcasm. I believe every topic is debatable in a civil maner no matter how extreme the topic is. I don't believe in racism at all and racist elements of our society only server to keep us back. Without debating the hard issues openly, we don't progress. As a society, we must progress in a positive direction in order to survive. That often means pulling out heads out of the sand and facing reality, something many Americans, along with other nationalities, often try to avoid.
9. Everyday Living - Weight-loss tips and stories, mixed together with humor and fun. All this and more, to help you get through the journey of Everyday Living.
10. EZGreatLife - This site is about life, family and getting fit, both physically and financially. Discussing any and all aspects of attaining a great life.
11. Cheapest Airfare - Find the cheapest airfare - discounts, airline coupon codes, cheap flights, last minute flight specials, upgrades, etc.
12.1 Blog and 2 Sides - A collection of favorite recipes that chilly and I have tried and taste great or ones we would like to try.
13. Laane on the World - Laane on the World. A blog about news, travelling, parenting, blogging, lifestyle, health, autism spectrum disorder, daily life and politics at times. My children with autism spectrum disorder are a frequent inspiration
14. Life's Sweets and Spices -A work-at-home-mommy who loves to cook, bake and read. A frustrated chef, now a dedicated blogger. Blogging makes me happy and this is where I share my thoughts, ideas, [sometimes] feelings, my love for food and then some…
15. 14-Year-Old Kid Tech Guru - A 14-year-old blogger shares his tech knowledge on a blog which features how-to guides & tech tips!
16. Pinoy Web Surfer - Wanna know about cool new sites? Latest tech news and gadgets? Interested about downloading free stuff going around the web?Well you've come to the right place so sit back, read and visit often
17. Mr Soleh's Outburst - This is where I started to change my life, from a lonely Mr Soleh to a nice good looking one. I finally found that seeking a perfect life partner process is fun, adventurous and full of palpitation! :)
18. The Way I See It - My thoughts, opinions and personal observations on a wide variety of subjects, sometimes mixed with humor and including travel, retirement, opinion, politics, child sponsorship with Children International and life experiences. News and views from my perspective.
19. Photography by KML -Photography by KML features the fine art and stock images of photographer, Kathy Libby. KML specializes in Landscape and Nature photos. The stock photos include concepts, food, backgrounds, abstracts, sports, architecture, transportation, and people.
20. Wonderful Things in Life - This blog is all about everything like encouragements, family, arts, my awards, health tips, entertainment, travel, blogging, business and etc.
21. The Sewing Mom - Personal blog showcasing my fabric creations. I also talk about family, friends, hobbies, cooking and daily life.
22. Bingo Sites Online for Women - Bingo Blog and Women Community about playing Bingo, chatting, finding friends, watching movies and entertainment.
23. Whatever Comes To My Mind - Parenting, Motherhood, Family Life, Child Rearing, Blogging, My Experiences here in the US, Cross-Stitching, Our Travels, Philippines, Product Reviews, Buzz, Opinion and much much more.
24. Prove Me Wrong -Proving me wrong does not make me less intelligent or smart...But in so doing, my world will be a lot easier to understand and I'd be able to share to the rest of the world everyone's wisdom...Please don't hesitate to leave a comment.
25. Our Journey To Forever - A personal blog which talks about daily life's mutterings, rantings and whinings may it be in the category of love and relationships, health and home, travel, fashion and lifestyle, sports and a whole lot more!
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Saturday, January 31, 2009
Top 25 Droppers for the Month of January
A Time Piece for Valentine's Day
Awards and more awards
Everything Under the Sun has been awarded with several awards from her wonderful friends from the blogging world. I got this Passionate blogger award from a wonderful blogging friend . Windmill. Thanks so much Windy!
And another blogger Lofty Matters also awarded me with this Butterfly award. Thanks so much and pardon me for taking a million years before I finally posted it here. But , better late than never .
Another one from Babette of Definitely Maybe . Thanks Babette for this Marie Antoinette Award.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Entrecard Outage
Unexpected outage: During a routine ram upgrade on the database server our hosting provider installed a bad chipset, we are scrambling to try and get them to remove it again, we'll be back as soon as we can.
Update we're just waiting for the provider to do the switchout. Hopefully we won't be down too much longer
I was complaining to my husband why our Internet tonight was kind of slow while I was dropping EC. And then a few minutes later I got the above message. I might not be able to return the favor to those who dropped EC to me today/tonight. It's past 8 pm and I am not sure what time Entrecard will be back to normal before my bedtime which is 9:00 pm.
Saturday, January 24, 2009
A Joint Anniversary Giveaway
I am joining a giveaway contest for the first time. I am hoping that I could win in one of these fabulous prizes that Random Thoughts and A Moment To Exhale will be giving away. This is a joint anniversary celebration of Mira's two blogs.
COME JOIN MY CONTEST AND WIN FABULOUS PRIZES JANUARY 25 to FEBRUARY 10, 2009
1st PRIZE -
$25 - c/o Random Thoughts
Customized Blog Layout (blogger platform) c/o My Web-Blog Designs
1 Swarovsky Bracelet c/o Yen's Handmades [Click here to see the ITEM]
$20 + 2000 EC credits c/o Windmill on the Hill
$10 + 500 EC credits c/o My Life's Journey to Success
$10 + 500 EC credits c/o Things I Did Not Know Before
$10 + 500 EC credits c/o Unique Ideas For Your Beach Weddings
2000 - EC credits + 1 month 125x125 ad space c/o Night Clicks
1000 - EC credits + 1 month 125x125 ad space c/o NetFreeSource
3000 - EC credits c/o Random Thoughts
1 month 125x125 ad space c/o Dashing Beauty
1 month 125x125 ad space c/o Tales of a Pinay Single Mommy
1 Photo Pop Art Make-over c/o Sweety Tots
2nd PRIZE
$20 - c/o Mira's Web Journal
2500 - EC credits c/o Mira's Web Journal
2000 - EC credits c/o A Moment to Exhale
20GB Web Hosting c/o http://angelic-melody.net/ + 500EC credits
1000 - EC credits + 1 month 125x125 ad space c/o My Countryhome
1000 - EC credits + 1 month 125x125 ad space c/o Live Love Pink
1000 - EC credits + 1 month 125x125 ad space c/o Samantha's Own
1 month 125x125 ad space c/o 1716 South
1 month 125x125 ad space c/o Garage Sale
1 Photo Pop Art Make-over c/o Sweety Tots
3rd PRIZE -
$15 - c/o A Moment to Exhale
3000 - EC credits c/o Big Boys Have Toys Too
2000 - EC credits c/o A Taste of Both Worlds
1000 - EC credits + 1 month 125x125 ad space c/o Kharlota dot Com
1000 - EC credits + 1 month 125x125 ad space c/o A Girl for All Status
1000 - EC credits + 1 month 125x125 ad space c/o A Fil-Am Journey
1 year text link ad c/o http://glamorous-heart.info
1 month 125x125 ad space c/o Symphony of Love
1 month 125x125 ad space c/o Sweepstakes Girl
1 Photo Pop Art Make-over c/o Sweet...Pretty...Naughty
4th PRIZE -
$10 - c/o My Barefoot Journey
2000 - EC credits c/o Mommy's Little Corner
2000 - EC credits c/o My Online Paradise
2000 - EC credits c/o Kinda Life of Mine
1000 - EC credits + 1 month 125x125 ad space c/o Just About Anything
1 month text link ad Thomas Travel Tales
1 month text link ad Great Finds and Deals
5th PRIZE -
2000 - EC credits c/o Wife of a Warrior
3000 - EC credits c/o Life's Sweets and Spices
1000 - EC credits + 1 month 125x125 ad space c/o Simply Irresistible
1000 - EC credits + 1 month 125x125 ad space c/o My Sweet Haven
1 month text link ad Work At Home Jobs
1 month text link ad Erlinda‘s Wandering Thoughts
6th PRIZE - 2000 - EC credit c/o The Solitairy Love
1500 - EC credit c/o My Barefoot Journey
1000 - EC credits c/o My Kitchen Table
1000 - EC credits + 1 month 125x125 ad space c/o Kalidadis
1000 - EC credits + 1 month 125x125 ad space c/o Cooking is Fun
1 month text link ad CompTechGadgets.com
1 month text link ad Healthy Living and Lifestyle
7th PRIZE -
1000 - EC credits + 1 month 125x125 ad space c/o Simplement Belles
1000 - EC credits + 1 month 125x125 ad space c/o Moi et mon univers!
1000 - EC credit c/o Scrappy Mommy
1000 - EC credits c/o Dashing Smiles
1000 - EC credits c/o Everything Plus the Kitchen Sink
1000 - EC credits c/o One at a Time
1 month text link ad Thomas Web Links
1 month text link ad Bohol Paradise
8th PRIZE
- 1000 EC + 1 month 125x125 ad space from My Daily Sunset
1000 - EC credits c/o My Kitchen
1000 - EC credits c/o My Life and Family Journey
1000 - EC credits c/o My Whole New World
1000 - EC credits c/o Definitely Maybe
500 - EC credits c/o I Thought So
1 month text link ad Batuananons
9th PRIZE -
1000 EC + 1 month 125x125 ad space from Lovely Pink
1000 - EC credits c/o Small Side Bits
1000 - EC credits c/o In His Steps
1000 - EC credits c/o Moments of My Life
1000 - EC credits c/o My Crossroads
1 month text link ad Filipino Online Community
10th PRIZE -
1000 EC + 1 month 125x125 ad space from Hobby and Such by Carlota
1000 - EC credits c/o My Life's Adventure
1000 - EC credits c/o Wonderful Things In Life
1000 - EC credits c/o The Joy of Life Forever
500 - EC credits c/o Life's Journey
1 month text link ad from Nita's Random Thoughts
11th PRIZE -
1000 - EC credits c/o Medan Daily
1000 - EC credits c/o Wiehanne Lounge
1000 - EC credits c/o Simply WP
1000 - EC credits c/o Everything Under the Sun
1 month text link ad from Nita's Corner
12th PRIZE -
1500 - EC credits c/o A Moment to Exhale
1000 - EC credits c/o My Barefoot Journey
1000 - EC credits c/o EastCoastLife
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
It's our 7th Wedding Anniversary
Yes, today is my husband and my 7th wedding anniversary. I can't believe how fast the time flies. It seems like we just got married a year ago. But no, it's been 7 years and counting. We don't do anything special today because we both went to work and tonight we are going to church for the midweek worship service.
But we are going to do something special tomorrow as we both took a vacation. You might be wondering why we're taking a vacation tomorrow instead of today. :)
Anyway, I am happy that we're going to celebrate our 7th wedding anniversary together, unlike during our 5th wedding anniversary. My husband was deployed in the Middle East during that time.
Somewhere in the Middle East --- He was there for 11 months : (
The two lovebirds :)
Friday, January 16, 2009
Bye Sub Zero Temperatures, etc.
After more than 80 hours of having a sub zero temperature, we finally hit above zero this afternoon. Whooahh.. and we are going to have a heat wave this weekend and next week. Since Monday evening we had a very , very cold weather here in Minnesota. From Tuesday morning till this morning, the temperature as registered in my car was 22 below. And this is the actual temperature. I am so blessed to have a heated car garage, I don't have to outside in the morning and clean up the car with all snow and warm it up.
Anyway, let's change the topic. I am just done chatting with my sister in the Philippines. She told me that my brother is going to be discharged this afternoon. They took my younger brother to the hospital and the doctors had to put him oxygen. I was so worried about my brother. I can't really do anything except to pray for him. And I am so grateful to the Lord for extending His healing power to my brother. I am also thankful to my generous husband, who doesn't think twice when I told him that I need to send money to my family. I actually took that money out from our savings account. But I am going to put it back, and hopefully I would be able to find good CD Rates as I am planning to buy more CD's. It's really wise to save money in this economy that we have now.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
From A- Z
Everything Under the Sun has been tagged again, by Just About Anything tagged this A-Z tag. Thanks girl :)
A. Attached or single? Married for almost 7 years.Actually 7 years in less than a week.
B. Best friend? of course my husband!
C. Cake or pie? CAKE
D. Day of choice? I love Saturdays and Sundays
E. Essential item? I asked my husband, what's my essential item, he told me it's rice LOL
F. Favorite color? BLUE and white
G. Gummy bears or worms? neither
H. Hometown? Pagadian City
I. Favorite indulgence? Food :)
J. January or July? January
K. Kids? NO Children yet :(
L. Life isn’t complete without? God, family, laughter and love
M. Marriage date? January 21
N. Number of magazine subscriptions? NONE
O. Oranges or apples? Both
P. Phobias? Snakes and Dark
Q. Quotes? I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me!
R. Reasons to smile? When I am reminded of God's love and care, when I remember God's promise that He will never leave me nor forsake me.Now that's a reason to smile even when we're facing the most challenging times.
S. Season of choice? SPRING! Summer
T. Tag 5 people. Tagging my new found blogger friends: Pinay Mom's Blog ,Proud Mommy , Nurtuting Nigel, Laane on the World , Lisgold
U. Unknown fact about me? I am double jointed! I can flip my fingers back to my wrist and my husband thinks it's gross ! ha ha ha ha
V. Vegetable? All kinds
W. Worst habit? Sitting infront of the computer as soon as I get home from work! I think this needs to be changed!!!!!
X. X-ray or ultrasound? I'll go xray
Y. Your favorite foods? Rice, I can't live without rice! Chicken adobo, pancit
Z. Zodiac sign? Aries
It's Bed Time !
I really believe that the kind of bed that we are using greatly affects our sleep. My husband and I had a bad experienced about having a not so good bed. Back in December 2007, my husband woke up in the middle of the night complaining about his back. At first, I thought it was just an ordinary back pain. So I decided to just do apply some home remedies for his back pain. When it didn't help, I asked him if he would like to go to the emergency. He kept saying no, that is fine. But then, about 4:00 a.m. he finally asked me if I could drive him to the emergency. That was a scary moment. We left right away and got to the emergency room in no time. I was probably speeding during that time. They have an X-Ray and other tests and that they have to put my husband in an ambulance to go to the main hospital.
The doctor advised my husband that he needs to get a new bed. And since then, my husband doesn't have experienced that same problem again. If you are having a problem with your back, you might need to get a new bed. And Time4Sleep, they have a wide selection of beds. They have leather beds, faux leather beds and real leather beds. Now you can sleep in luxury with this very beautiful and high quality leather beds. I believe the looks or the style of the bed really matters. I want a bed that is so comfortable that you don't want to get up in the morning and Time 4 Sleep has this kind of bed!
Monday, January 12, 2009
Call me " Old Lady"
I would like to start my post by thanking God for keeping me and my husband safe today. Lord, thank you so much!
Driving home from work today was very challenging. I think it snowed since 8:30 this morning and even when I was driving home it was still snowing. Although I have been here in the US for almost 6 years, this is the first time that I am actually living in a place where winter can be harsh. Yes, we live in South Carolina for about 5 years and never experienced a real winter there.
It took me an hour and half to get home this afternoon. I normally leave work at 3:30 pm , but I believe I did not leave until 3:40 because I still have to clean the windshield and the back window and make sure the headlights and tail lights are not covered with snow. I just want people to see me he he he. I listened to the radio as I was driving home and oh boy, from the time I left work until I turned the engine off, I heard there were 4 roll overs and many spin outs blocking the roads and ramps . There are many scary drivers out here. They know that the roads are very slippery and yet they still want to drive 70 mph. There's this one girl following too close to me and I think she was expecting me to move to the other lane. I said to myself, "Hey, I am already in the slow lane, if you wanted to fly go ahead and oh I don't mind if you call me " old lady " . Yes she was such in a hurry while the rest of the people are driving carefully. My husband once told me, if you wanted to be old, when the weather is not so good, drive like an old person and don't mind if other drivers will call you old!
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Saturday Night is Movie Night
My husband and I love to watch movies. As a matter of fact, Saturdays are our movie nights. But lately, he's been working overtime on Saturdays and when he gets home , he is tired and just want to go to bed after we eat our supper. We really like to watch a movie that during summer and fall ( while there's no snow on the ground ) we always walk to the theater and watch a movie. We like to watch a movie about a family or a sports movie or anything that is wholesome and we love to watch a kid's movie. There was one time when we went to the theater and I was kind of embarrass because that movie was for children and the first two people who arrived at the theater are two big adults .
Having a movie marathon while waiting for the New Years became one of our tradition. We do not want to go out while waiting for 12 midnight, I think it is very dangerous outside with all the drunk drivers on the road. So my husband will buy plenty of popcorn for the movie marathon. Whether we are at the theater or we are at home, my husband likes to have his popcorn.
One of the movie that I like to watch over and over again is Fly Away Home. And I am so looking forward to watch All Roads Lead Home The Movie . Watching the preview, I can tell that this movie is a great movie for the whole family. Please click below to watch the trailer of this beautiful movie.
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Have you EVER.. Tag!
A neigbhoring blogger from a far away land Malaysia tagged Everything Under the Sun with " have you ever.. tag". It's like getting to know you a little bit more. Mariuca is a smart blogger from Malaysia . She's not only smart, she is also a very sweet person. Thank you Mariuca
1. Have you ever been on TV?
*No
2. Have you ever sung in public?
*Yes, I used to sing at church while I was still in the Philippines
3. Have you ever dyed your hair blond?
*Nope, I think I would look funny
4. Have you ever eaten frogs' legs?
*NO!
5. Have you ever received a present that you really hated?
*Nothing so far.
6. Have you ever walked into a lamp post?
* Yes, I am a clumsy person
7. Have you ever cooked a meal by yourself for more than 15 people?
*Yes, back in the Philippines. Some of my favorite dishes are lumpia ( egg roll ), pansit and chicken adobo..hmmm yummy!
8. Have you ever fallen or stumbled in front of others?
*Definitely , like I said I am a clumsy person!
9. Have you ever done volunteer work?
*Yes.
I would to pass this tag to Kathy , Twerlyn , Marilyn , Mira , Liza , Riel Ladies, you have been tagged!
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Top 10 Advertising Sites -December 2008
December has been a really good month for Everything Under the Sun when it comes to traffic . And I would like to extend my million thanks to the authors these great sites who approved my advert purchased. I tell you what, there are some bloggers who declined my purchased. Some gives a valid reason, some just declined it without giving any explanation. Oh well! But anyway, don't forget to visit these great blogs :)
Basketball Daily ----173
Little Rock Jams ----150
STAY AT HOME MOM ----135
ESCUDERO'S A PAINTING A DAY ----120
Our Journey to Forever----114
Stud Kickass: The Webcomic ----112
Rants, Thoughts, and Other Things ----109
The Matthias Chronicles -----94
Kuerdas! -----67
Kitchen Retro----61
Calling Cards to Philippines
It's been a while since the last time I called my family in the Philippines. Every time, I called my family I always use Phone Cards. I really wanted to call them as often as I can, but the Prepaid Phone Card that my husband gave me the first month I arrived in the US was lost. I can't seem to find it. It's my fault though, the last time I used that card, I shoved it away as I was so irritated with that company. I was so disappointed because my $10.00 phone card only lasted 49 minutes. I think that was ridiculous.
And then last week, we had a situation back home, and I really wanted to call home. I tried to look for the phone card that I used to have, but I think I already tossed it away. I did my research and I found this great website that sells Calling Cards for a very reasonable price. For my $10 purchase, I would be able to talk to my family for 92 minutes. And good thing is, there's no connection fees. And if you are a first time buyer, you'll get a 40 % extra. I think this is a very good deal. So if you are looking for a website to buy a calling phone card whether it is domestic or international phone cards, I encourage you to visit this website today!
Saturday, January 3, 2009
Top Ten Entrecard Droppers
I know I am a little bit late again, but I want to recognize my top ten droppers for the month of December. Thanks ladies and gentlemen for being my regular droppers. I would also like to thank to everyone who keeps visiting and dropping :)
1. A simple Life - A 40 year old mother of two who likes to write just about anything. A baking enthusiast, a crafter and a hobbyist. This is about me, my views, my interests and my favorites.
2. Mommy's Little Corner -A blog that talks about my adventures of being a wife and a mom. This blog also focuses on food, nutrition and health.
3. Lainy's Musings - A blog showcasing my mutterings, random rants, raves and whinings on life's daily maneuvers.
4. Bingo Games & Women Community -Bingo Blog and Women Community about playing Bingo, chatting, finding friends, watching movies and entertainmen
5. The Modern Mom - Moms like me are becoming more and more housekeeping savvy. From stretching the family budget to diy's, smart solutions and more.Being a wonder mom is now no sweat with all these wonderful alternatives.
6. The Ad Master- Tons of Tips and Tricks to help you advertise online. From lists of free traffic resources to advice on keyword placement and linkbuilding.
7. moms..... check nyo- I’m a 40ish year old mom of two. I love to bake, cook, plant herbs (in pots cause i don’t have a garden), cross stitching, hardanger embroidery, bowling and just like any typical pinay moms i love watching telenovelas.
8. Our Journey to Forever- A personal blog which talks about daily life's mutterings, rantings and whinings may it be in the category of love and relationships, health and home, travel, fashion and lifestyle, sports and a whole lot more!
9. Windmill on the Hill - the man of a thousand voices talking perfectly loud nobody ever hears him
10. Entrecard SEO - Entrecard SEO
Thanks a bunch !!!
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Thursday, January 1, 2009
Happy New Year
We said goodbye to 2008 and welcome 2009 full of hope, hope that this year will be a fruitful and a peaceful one. 2008 may not be the best year, but God was with me and my husband throughout the year. There were some not so good things happened but that doesn't mean that God wasn't with me. " Everything works together for good.... " ( Romans 8:28 ) And as I welcome 2009, I wanted to use Philippians 3:13-14 as my life verse for this year.
" Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended,but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead. I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus".
May each of us will have a wonderful and a Blessed 2009!
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