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. Please help me. Please lead the way. 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?

I went to Bangkok 2nd week of February, and it was my first time there, so I was really excited to see the city! We went to the mall first and foremost. You would think that if it’s your first time in a new country you would avoid the mall and go straight to the tourist spots, right?  But no, we went straight to the mall. Haha. We bought snacks in the supermarket, they gave us these pretty promotional bags (which I would always keep) and also we were able to have VAT refund! Now that’s great! Then we ate in one of the restaurants inside the mall. We wanted to taste some authentic Thai cuisine. I love Thai dishes. They’re spicy, the way I like it. Then after eating, we strolled around the mall. I saw many beautiful Thai ladies and handsome Thai men! It was really a nice day in the mall. At least we got to see how Thai malls are like.