I just had lunch with 2 of my bestest friends since high school and we had a chat about life in general. We discussed that getting life insurance quotes to secure our future is one thing, but actually LIVING our lives in the present and now is another thing. We shouldn’t just focus on the future, we have to take care of the present too. And I completely agree. One of them is going to Japan next week to get her master’s degree there. She got a scholarship and she’ll be studying there for 4 years if she works hard. They asked me what I wanted to do with my life. I still don’t know the answer to that I’m afraid. I have to find out that ONE thing that will give my life direction. But unfortunately, I still don’t know what that ONE thing is. I admire my friend because she is about to live her dream, which is to go to Japan and study. Now if only I know what my dream is too. I would be one step closer to really LIVING my life to the fullest.

Mother’s day is fast approaching. Have you guys thought of a unique mothers day gift for your moms yet? Don’t tell me you’re just going to give her a card or a kiss? It’s the thought that counts, but well, a unique gift is much better, right?! So how do you get that gift that will be memorable and extra special to her? You start by knowing what your mother likes. What stuff is she interested in? What would make her happy? Only you will be able to decide what it is. There are a lot of online stores that sell unique gifts, or you can go to a local store and browse. Treating your mother to a meal would be good too, and that’s the best time for you to give your special gift. Sometimes, whether we admit it or not, we take our mothers for granted, but we can thank her and make her feel special on their day. So get some ideas as early as now!

Through every struggle, you were there. Through every crying session, every tear, every pain, you were there to help me overcome it all. I couldn’t have made it this far without you Lord. You’ve seen me through everything. Through my worst days and my worst moments. Please guide my decisions, lead me to the right path. I’ve been lost so many times, and sometimes I still feel lost. But please take my hand and lead me to where you want me to be. Because that’s also where I want to be. I’m sick and tired of living a life with no direction. I’ve had it with toxic situations and being pretentious. I just want to get away from all that Lord. Please help me. Please lead the way. I am almost out, though not completely. But I’m almost there! Please don’t let me go back to being miserable. I want a peaceful and happy life. I want to live a life where I am not hurting anybody. A life without anger and bitterness and enemies. Please help me find myself once again Lord. After everything that I’ve gone through, I know I deserve to be happy too. And I’m willing to work on that. But I need all the help I could get. I can’t do this without you Lord. I need you.

Sometimes, we come to a point in our lives when we ask ourselves, “Where do we go from here?” or maybe something like, “What do I really want to do with my life?” I just watched the movie “The Bucket List” a while ago for the second time, and again, I was faced with similar questions. Let me add this one though, “Are you really making the most out of your life or are you contented with merely existing?” I tried to rack my brains and really determine what it is that I want in life. I can only come up with one thing bright and clear. I want to travel. I want to get out and explore the world out there.

Sounds normal, right? But for me, it’s kind of leaning more towards wishful thinking. We all know that traveling entails huge amounts of money. And with the income I have, it’s just not enough. But as always, positive thinking is best right? It’s the secret to life. If you think something is true, it’s going to manifest in your life. Well, it doesn’t hurt to try.

Try listing down the things you want to do. You can create your own Bucket List and try to live your life differently. Do something random or crazy once in a while. Life should be fun, not boring. Try something new everyday, or every week! We all need to stop for a few moments and re-evaluate our lives. After all, we never know when we’re going to kick the bucket, right? So live it up!

I was surfing the Web today, when I found myself reading about opiate and what happens to people who are addicted to it. Of course, opiate addiction is not at all uncommon in society and it becomes even scarier when you see prominent people like celebrities and musicians being addicted to the drug.

What is opiate anyway? An opiate is a drug derived from the opium plant. It is prescribed by doctors for pain medications. Apparently, it is so addictive because it causes a sense of euphoria. When opiate addiction grabs hold of a person, it traps him and it’s difficult to get out. I read that if you use this drug 3 days in a row and abruptly stop taking it one day, you will feel withdrawal symptoms. This is the horrible part because it is said that the withdrawal symptoms are so unbearable to the patient so he will always turn back to the drug. Isn’t it scary just thinking about it? It’s a good thing there are people out there willing to help.

One medical breakthrough that can help tremendously is rapid opiate detox which treats the physical symptoms of opiate addiction. Although it doesn’t cure the psychological aspects, it will be so much easier if you don’t feel the symptoms physically anymore, or at least, save yourself from a whole lot of suffering! It’s called rapid because the process is only for a few hours! Normally, it would take around a few days for an opiate addict to get rid of the symptoms, but with this amazing process, imagine how the withdrawal suffering is lessened! This is great because for those who know they have a drug addiction problem and are willing to help themselves, this is like a medical miracle, and a great help to these people! After the physical aspects are cured, they can then seek psychological help to really see to it that they fully recover.

This detox would cost you approximately around $13,000 and $15,000 but it’s well worth it! Drug addiction is such an ugly problem and personally, I’m terrified of drugs. Just reading about these destructive effects and how it can ruin your life, is just horrible. For those who are suffering from opiate addiction, you can get your life back! All it takes is determination and the right support group. Say yes to clean living!

If you’re looking for a good insurance company, do check out the term life insurance rates at Wholesale Insurance if you have time. I haven’t particularly tried them, but I’m just giving you guys suggestions. I mean, ultimately, you’re still the boss, right? Just a reminder, always review each policy and insurance claims many times before actually signing something. And don’t let yourself be sweet talked by anyone. Look into the insurance terms yourself and don’t let anyone else force you. After all, it is your hard earned money that will pay for it. I actually learned this the hard way. I signed something without thinking it over carefully, so I ended up going through a long and tedious process of cancellation. Don’t let this happen to you. If you’re looking for insurance, do your research and pick a good one! Good luck!

My friend’s mom is getting in the spa business and my friend was telling me all about it one day. She said that she’s been convincing her to invest in a business, and finally she relented. She chose the spa business because spas are really in demand nowadays. After all, people are increasingly being aware of its benefits. Stress is part of everyday life, and people are always constantly finding ways to de-stress and relax, especially after a long week of work. And spas are a great way to wind down, and pamper ourselves. That’s why spas are becoming more popular. So anyway, my friend said that her mom’s business is really beginning to materialize. Just the other day, she accompanied her mom to buy necessities for the business. Stuff like towels, massage oils, aromatherapy products, the works. They also brough an epson receipt printer for the cashier, furniture for the spa center, and more. All I know is, I’ll definitely be asking for discount when it opens.

epson receipt printer

I love to travel. What I love most about travel is that, you not only get to see new places, but you also get to know new cultures and new ways of living. It’s really eye opening to be able to experience different cultures and different practices. Living in a small town my whole life, I’ve come to a point where I’m so bored and I’m so sick of the monotony here. I feel like there’s so much more out there to see and explore! There are concerts to see, different foreign dishes to taste, entertainment centers to visit, meet a lot of new races, see places I haven’t seen yet (or I’ve only seen in pictures), and a whole lot more! Travel really is inspiring to me. If only I have the funds to do it, I would have done it already. I’m still waiting for that miracle that will allow me to fulfill my dream of traveling. Do you guys have any suggestion on how I can work and travel?

The following blog entry is a story based on how I would imagine myself if I lived in the world of the E-Games hit MMORPG, Runes Of Magic. Read on…

My name is Daelin and I’m a scout. My life in Taborea isn’t what you would necessarily call ordinary. I lived in Silverfall Village all my life. But in some twist of fate, I found myself walking the paths of Logar, with a gash in my arm and a bloody nose. I wasn’t always like this. When I was a teenager, I had such promise. At an early young age, I was able to master the bow and arrow. My friends and fellow scouts who I grew up with could not reach the level of my intelligence, strength, and dexterity. With the help of Anon, my mentor, I was able to hone my skills to perfection. But with each skill I mastered, the more conceited I became. Until I got to the point where I abused my abilities.

I’ve always been a natural wanderer, always thirsty for adventure. I have traveled through the most dangerous regions of Taborea, even places where no one would ever dare enter. I’ve always loved the feeling of being faced with the unknown, always testing my abilities, and challenging myself to be the best. My parents didn’t always approve of my adventures. But they couldn’t stop me. I did things my way. I’ve been to the mythical Muttering Forest, where I spent night after night trying to improve my stealth and passing through clan territories without being detected. I’ve crossed paths with Mages, Druids, Knights, you name it. I’ve endured the sounds and creatures of the Savage Lands, traveled through the Jungle Marsh, and explored the Ystra-Highland in all its glory. I went on dangerous quests and fought monsters along the way. I always got what I needed and knew how to use them for my own benefit. You see, FEAR was never an issue for me. I was confident in my abilities and I knew I could take care of myself. I was such a proud scout. I never had any real friends because I refused to hang out with those who weren’t good enough. Needless to say, I was obnoxious. Unstoppable. But like everything in this world, there comes a time when life just stops you in your tracks and leads you somewhere else, and then you’re changed for life. That’s what happened to me. Let me tell you about that fateful event that changed my life.

One night, when I was in one of my reckless adventures, I encountered 2 rogues talking in hushed tones near the Hidden Valley Mine. I couldn’t hear clearly what they were saying, but it sounded as if they were arguing about something. So with all the stealth techniques I’ve learned, I crept slowly behind the bushes and tried to listen to their conversation. I could hear the other rogue saying, “This is mine. I don’t care what you say.” He was pointing to a large bag just a few steps away from where they were standing. The other rogue replied, “You don’t know what you’re talking about. This is not our property. If someone finds out we’re here, we’re dead. Listen to me…”

But I didn’t hear what he was going to say next because right at that moment, there was a rustle of leaves near my hiding place. I turned and saw a squirrel trying to scurry away. In the second it took me to look at the culprit, the rogues were gone. And in another blink of an eye, I received a huge blow in my back, a sharp knife grazed my arm, and something made of steel hit me on the head. And then everything went dark. When I woke up, I was near the streets of Logar. I got up and started walking. My arm hurt, my head felt heavy and my nose was bleeding. I kept walking. I didn’t stop walking until I reached the outskirts of the settlement. Then I collapsed.

I woke up to the wonderful smell of fried eggs and the yummy aroma of soup cooking. I realized how hungry I was. I tried to get up, but a woman stopped me. She was a kind looking woman, she said “Don’t stand up just yet. You’ve suffered a huge blow. You’re lucky they left you alive. Here, have some eggs, a bowl of chicken soup and milk. You’ll feel better after.”

I asked her who she was, and how I got here. She told me her name’s Helen, and that she brought me in her farm when she saw me collapse on her way home last night. It took me a few minutes to replay the night’s event in my head, and a few more minutes to relay to Helen what really happened. After I told her my story, I felt ashamed. I was so proud of myself, thinking I was a superior scout, and yet I couldn’t even defend myself last night. And now here’s a pleasant lady who willingly took me in her home and took care of me though I was a complete stranger.

After I downed the soup and milk and finished my eggs, I thanked Helen. And for the first time in my life, I can think clearly. I thought of what happened to me, and I asked myself. Is this really the life I want? Taborea is a place of magic, mystery, and wonder. It’s a world where different classes exist, each with their own gifts and abilities. There are monsters and heroes here that make the realm diverse and interesting. It’s a vast world full of adventure, but it’s also a world where you can get killed if you’re not careful. It’s a world of FRIENDS and FOES… GOOD and EVIL… but ultimately, it’s a world of FANTASY and LORE. In my years of adventure, I never lost to anyone. I was always a winner. I never encountered being beaten like this. I was so full of myself that I thought no one was above me. And then my life was changed overnight.

Now, I live in peace, in my own home in Logar. I am still learning and honing my craft, but slowly, with my change of attitude, I gained friends. Life is really more interesting and fun with friends to share it with. I still go on adventures, and quests, but this time, I’m no longer reckless. I come prepared and well-equipped. And with a little FEAR, just to keep me in check. Apparently, fear can actually help sometimes. I learned that the hard way. Well, I guess that’s life. Even in a world like Taborea, you also get to experience LIFE’s ups and downs. But one thing I know for sure, I love Taborea. It’s a wonderful place to learn, play, live, and explore. I invite you to come into our world, and experience all the wonder. But don’t try to be like what I was before. Don’t use your skills and abilities carelessly. If you live well and fight well, you can level up to the best of your ability and enjoy Taborea in all it’s glory. Good luck!