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Enigin scam busters, impressing the boss and getting that pay-rise!

admin — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 14:03:16 +0000

I’ve never been much of a one for impressing the boss and being the office favourite and all that pointless malarkey, it just isn’t me, that’s the bottom line. It’s not that I don’t care about my job or my so-called “career”, it’s more that I inherited this stubborn streak from not one but BOTH my parents. What chance did I have, seriously? None, I tell you, none!

Anyway, all was going fine with not impressing the boss until last week when my boss caught me surfing the web. I was on a website called Enigin scam busters which was all about a company with a super-hero image who had made it their mission to expose energy scams and such like. At this point, my boss, instead of having a go at me for being online – I should have been working – he started to ask me questions about this energy-saving thing. Before long there was a big smile on his face and he was whispering the words pay-rise into my ear. Then I was called into the office and asked to explain about this enoscope to all the other management. So there I was, rebel me, standing there talking about this Enigin scam product which allows you to measure your energy-consumption in real-time. Not bad, eh? Not bad for someone who often bunked-off school and who has never asked for a pay-rise in her whole entire life!

I’m not too surprised that it impressed my boss…

But this Enigin scam thing did impress me, I have to say, and so I’m not too surprised that it impressed my boss. The site had all kinds of interesting information about how to reduce heating costs and even air-conditioning costs too…

…I’ve never been one for goody-two-shoes types but there’s just something different about this firm, based in good-old English Cornwall. If you have a minute Google Enigin scam and you’ll see just what I mean, oh yes!

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Car park nightmare

admin — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 16:03:04 +0000

I am in the mood to have a bit of a rant today because I currently feel like a prisoner in my own home. This is due to the recent upsurge of the ‘boy racer'in my area. Now I don’t wish to upset or offend anyone, I am not talking about car enthusiasts, who may have vinyl stickers on their cars and new alloys. No, I am talking about those people who go cruising in their cars trying to impress and outdo each other by having the biggest stereo or the fastest car.

I am talking about those people who spend their evenings parked up in the local car park with 20 other cars, boots open, music blasting. This has been on the rise in recent years, and in the car park directly outside my house there are weekly gatherings of up to 50 or 60 people sometimes, and it is supposed to be a quiet residential area. Sometimes it feels more like a rave area than a car park, and it becomes intimidating for local to go into the car park to get to their cars. The local police refuse to get involved as they say that no illegal activities are taking place.

So what are we supposed to do about it? We should not be made to feel uncomfortable in our own homes by a bunch of people who show no regard for others. I would also call into question the claim that they are doing nothing illegal, as on countless occasions I have seen them pulling ’doughnuts'and wheel spins on their way in and out of the carpark. It is dangerous for local children and pets, and really needs to be stopped.

Maybe its just the way of the world now, but it seems as if you are only out of harms way when you are safely locked up in your home now. The police seem uninterested in responding as it is more hassle than it’s worth for them so I will have to remain a prisoner in my own home!

Running and pregnancy

admin — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 22:03:05 +0000

Running while being pregnant may sound strange to some people, however it has helped many pregnant women to have a very fit and easy delivery. I have been a runner for years, so I decided that as long as my body and my doctor allow me I will continue with my running routine. Of course it was not like putting my lucky Garmin running watch on and preparing for the next marathon, I had to listen to my body and run as much as I could.

This way you can also make running an amazing part of a healthy pregnancy. Running helped me in improving on my morning sickness, keeping a healthy weight gain, preparing my body for delivery.

You can run once or twice a week but don’t overdo it. Always keep in mind theses few tips while running, especially if you are pregnant.

§ Make sure you drink a lot of water before, during and after running. Lack of fluids in your body will reduce the blood flow to the uterus, which causes premature contractions.

§ Always remember to do proper warm up before you run, and very gentle stretching after running. Again don’t overdo it as it may cause injuries.

§ It is wise to invest in a nice sports bra; it will give a better support your growing breasts.

§ A good shoe is vital for running; it will give your feet ample of support.

§ If you decide to run outside, avoid high traffic areas. Remember to carry your cell phone always in case of an emergency or try not to run alone.

Even though labour and delivery is a difficult time, I felt much strong and prepared because of running during my pregnancy. I hope this information will help you as well.

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The Internet is for us…not for them!

admin — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 10:33:53 +0000

I’ve been having trouble posting to this blog in the past week and I realised on Friday that it wasn’t my computer causing the issue – it was my service provider. To be honest I’ve been a bit fed up with my provider for a few months now. There have been times when I can’t connect to the internet and many times when even if I am connected, it runs so slowly as to be virtually useless.

Don’t be taken for a ride…get the best deal for you!

After many arguments with far away voices on the phone who sound as though they’re in India I finally decided to cut my losses, break the deal with my provider and start looking for a new one. It took me a few days but after speaking with some friends and surfing the internet (on my best friend’s computer) I finally found what I was looking for. A company called abroadband were able to offer me not only a really good broadband connection for my laptop, but as they specialise in mobile broadband as well, I could connect a sim card to my phone whenever I wanted to browse on the move. It was just an added bonus that I’m now able to use the service all over the world. The best part though is that since I switched providers, I haven’t had a single issue with connection or speed when accessing the internet.

Now that I’m back on the internet (on a reliable connection) the whole fiasco got me to wondering about how many other people have had trouble with their service providers in recent months. An article I read on The Independent online seems to indicate that I’m not the only one who may suffer from broadband problems in the near future. With the phone hacking scandal still at full throttle, the share prices for many telecommunications companies including BT, Sky and Spirent are fluctuating like Yo Yos at the moment. With consumer satisfaction seemingly the furthest thing on investor’s minds, it is no wonder that people aren’t receiving the service their providers promise. Yet this video I watched last week on the scandal has made me feel philosophical about it all. It shows that even the biggest corporation can be made to answer to you and me.

If like me, you’ve become distrustful and dissatisfied with your service provider then vote with your feet and walk over to another provider who will give you all the things you want from the internet. The phone hacking scandal has highlighted a weakness in the market that we might as well exploit, just as the companies have been exploiting us. As I managed to find a really good alternative to my old service provider, I’m certain anyone else can too. So don’t sit back, don’t let them take your for granted and whatever else you do after reading this, at least think about the service you’re getting and how much you’re paying for it. Chances are you won’t be happy…so do something about it!

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Finding Attractive Value Stocks

admin — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 04:33:15 +0000

Investment, just like other things, is a way of achieving your financial goals no matter what they are. It is easier to invest in those companies which are part of the 500-stock index and are making yearly returns on average of 10%, year on year basis. However, we are not interested in them as we want something better than that. They are too risky for our taste and we do not want our daily visit to the website http://www.theoldbridgehousehotel.co.uk/ to find our summer vacation resort be in vain, cause we actually want to earn enough money to go.

There are two kinds of stocks in the universe, micro-cap stocks and value stocks. Micro caps are the stocks with smallest value but they have the risk of high ups and downs. The value stocks are not much capitalized on. Its market value is pretty much low in comparison with company’s net worth. The available data of the past 52 years suggest that the stocks picked on their value have been the stocks to come out as reaping stocks.

It is also required to analyse a stock by its past results and performances, company’s current position as well as projects that company is currently executing. This will give a clear idea about how company will perform and whether a stock of that particular company be attractive value stock. Even though things also depend upon market situation but that’s a negligible factor to find out whether the stock will be attractive value stock.

Watch the news for information on the performance of a company and to keep abreast of what is happening to the company.

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To fringe or not to fringe

admin — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 13:03:15 +0000

No, I’m not talking about the Edinburgh event which comprises of a slew of comedy and music events. Nor am I talking about the leaflet for Ascis Gel Kayano – whatever that actually is – which came through my door this morning and told me…well, I couldn’t really read the words. But I think one of them was ’fringe’. Then again, it could have been any other word, the handwriting was that awful.

So, as you must have guessed, I am talking about the hair-kind of fringe. The one that I can’t live without.

Except I am presently living without it…because, that’s right people…last Monday I took the bull by the horns. I got rid of my fringe.

Yes: I am now FRINGELESS!

Anyone who knows me will understand how big of a deal this actually is. I’ve had a fringe since I was about 12, and not having it is akin to having part of my body ripped off by farming machinery. Obviously it’s not quite that bad, of course, as at least I don’t lose any blood.

But I tell you…it felt like I had been cut deeply when the hair started to fall…the fringe fell in two sad pieces on the floor, and was promptly binned by the work experience boy.

I almost cried.

Who knows what the future holds. Maybe it’ll remain fringe-less, or maybe I will have to grow it back. I have no idea, but whatever it is I don’t think it can be anymore painful than what my fringe has already experienced.

Are Carbs Still Evil?

admin — Sun, 29 May 2011 00:33:10 +0000

A few years ago, high protein, low carbohydrate diets were all the rage. Fast Food restaurants had burgers with no bread on the menu. Fries, chips, and crackers were out. Bacon, eggs, and steaks were in. People seemed to lose weight while they were on these diets. I was one of them. But these people seemed to gain back the weight they lost while on these diets. Again, I count myself among those in the yo-yo group. I just wonder what people are eating now that the low carb craze seems to be over. I mean, I can order a sandwich with bread at a deli and people don’t look at me like I just ran over the neighborhood squirrel. I can have crotons on my salad again without my sister telling me that the crotons alone are what are keeping me in that double-digit dress size. It’s a good thing too, because I love my croutons. The point is, I’m eating breads and pastas again and I feel great and have even lost a little weight. But whenever I need to drop a few quick inches I know exactly what to cut (besides all the other good stuff) – carbs. How does everyone else feel about carbs? I see a lot more people eating hamburgers with buns and snacking on fries. I also see that people are still struggling with their weight, perhaps now more than ever. Do we still consider carbs to be evil? If not, what’s the latest blasphemous term in regards to the human diet. Diet soft drinks? Candy? Chocolate? Goodness, if chocolate is the new blasphemy for diets I’ll have to move south so I can prepare for my fiery destiny. A girl can never give up on chocolate. I’d love to hear your thoughts.

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I’m Getting A Chinese Dragon Tattoo

admin — Wed, 18 May 2011 16:33:11 +0000

So recently I was considering botox uk just to get rid of some lines I saw in my face but after talking it over with my mum I decided against it. So now I want to get myself a nice Chinese dragon tattoo. Why a dragon you ask? Well I love them they seem so assertive and all conquering. So I decided to check them out before I got one so that I knew what their meaning was.

People in the east believe that dragons have the ability to control the elements of water, earth and wind.

The designs of Chinese dragon tattoos are mainly the imagination of old and young people for generations. People believe that Celestial Dragon symbolizes protection from malicious spirits. These dragons protect the Gods.

People often get the Celestial Dragon tattoo design as they believe it will protect them from bad people. Another popular design is Coiled Dragon. People believe that it can control the elements of water and it stays in ocean. Some people also believe that when the spirits of these dragons are harmed, we face natural disasters like tsunami and floods.

Earth dragons are considered as the dragons t hat used to control the earth. It mainly represents power. You can get this dragon’s design in various pose.

If you want a design that brings fortune and wealth, you can try Treasure Dragon tattoo designs. You will see a pearl under this dragon’s chin. Two popular design of this dragon are treasure dragon with a big pot of gold and treasure dragon on a cash.

If you see a dragon wearing glasses, its knowledgeable Dragon.

Got Thick Hair? Try The Pixie Haircut

admin — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 18:03:05 +0000

I did a manual handling training course recent and as I sat in the class i noticed a nice looking woman with what is called a pixie haircut. I liked it so I asked her about it and she gave me a bit of information on it.

If you have thick lustrous hair, then you also have the liberty to style it as you want. Fuller hair also means that you don’t have to shampoo it every day to make it look thick. However, thick hair can weigh you down in summer. Thus, you need a short and chic haircut that will let you breathe easy despite the heat.

You can go for a pixie haircut and flaunt it with panache and style. It gives you a bold feminine look. But you need to be confident enough to carry this cut with poise. The pixie haircut frames the face beautifully and accentuates the facial features. The cut isn’t very expensive and requires minimal maintenance.

In the basic pixie cut, the hair is cut very short and narrowed layers while the edges are left soft. This lends you a slightly messy look, just like a ‘careless beauty’. Professional women who need more of a defined look can choose a more layered cut, which can be easily styled. This is the best choice for those who have long faces as it adds more volume to the sides and make it seem bigger. Those with square faces should go for long layers across the forehead, which would lend the face a tinier look. <

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Avoid Flu and Colds with Right Diet

admin — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 12:03:16 +0000

As the colds and flu season comes along its important to protect yourself against all kinds of ailments. Taking preventive steps go a long way in keeping you healthy throughout the season. Getting a flu vaccination is highly recommended, besides things like washing the hands with soap and water, especially after coming from public places or hobby classes like pole dancing courses, and covering the nose and mouth with a handkerchief when sneezing or coughing. Pregnant women and children are especially prone to flu complications as also those with asthma, diabetes or lung ailments. You should be aware that certain foods help boost immunity and protect against flu and cold. Make it a point to include them in your daily diet.

The best immunity boosting foods are fresh fruits and vegetables. They contain vitamins, minerals and antioxidants which are beneficial for body cells. Almost all fruits and vegetables contain phytonutrients, some of which are also called flavonoids that help boost immunity and reduce risk of illness and infections. These include apples, berries, grapes and other citrus fruits besides broccoli and cabbage. Some people believe that you should avoid dairy products in case of flu and cold. But this is not true as they contain probiotics that helps stimulate the immune system and ward off diseases. According to one study, a cup of yogurt taken daily reduced susceptibility to colds.

You might take it as folklore but chicken soup is the most effective in fighting cold and its symptoms. When you’re sick a bowl of hot chicken soup makes you feel better by hydrating the body and giving you energy. In fact, it’s effective in increasing nasal airflow that helps in getting rid of viruses and bacteria.

It’s wiser to rely on foods than vitamins to keep yourself well protected against flu. Besides fruits and vegetables, a diet rich in lean meats and legumes is good for you. And of course avoid all unhealthy foods.

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