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We all welcome year 2020 with a shocking global pandemic which led to Movement Control Order (MCO). We are required to practise social distancing and stay at home to flatten the pandemic curve. Thanks to the internet connection! This would not have been possible if this situation in 30 years back. I don't think we could have been this calm without the internet connection and the existence of the online market place. I use to do online shopping as my past time hobbies. I usually browse through beauty and clothing items. I bet many did this as well. With the recent Movement Control Order (MCO), just like everyone else, I was affected by the 'panic buy' trend. I dare not  risk myself to join other public queuing for the groceries .  Like I said earlier, online shopping used to be my past time hobbies but now it became essential.  Here are some tips to be a smart shopper and earns some cash during the MCO period . 1. Don't Focus to just one online Marke

For an introvert person like me, the word social distancing and stay at home is something common. I have been practising this in our daily life. So, with this MCO thingy that everyone huh hah about....its easy breezy for me since this is basically my day to day life. I went out twice to replenish my food stock and survive with what I have bought until now. I already opt for frozen vegetables instead of the fresh one. Hoping, I don't need to go out of my house ever again until at least 14th April 2020. Since I am one person who always expects the worst to happen most of the time, I end up preparing myself for the worst all the time. This doesn't mean, I am one of those who did panic shopping. In general, my home always stocks up well. huhuh... The only regret, I didn't buy any mung bean. I could have eaten fresh bean sprout by growing them at home. hehehe. So, how did I killed my time, be a good citizen and try to stay alive confining myself at home? 1. Wat

The recent news update from economist report predicted for gloomy prospects for job-seeker next year. For job-seeker, this news does not sounds encouraging at all. Don't feel very down easily. There is always an opportunity waiting for you. It is a matter of time for good luck to reach your side. You just need to have faith and keep on trying.  Those days, I remember applying for a job using a classified and recruitment ad from the newspaper. Arming with a handwritten letter to typing the letter out.No mobile phone for people to contact me directly. Waiting next to a fixed-line phone is a routine for me before getting hired. That was during those eras. I have gone through that to apply for a job. People now are very lucky. We have WWW for us to search for a job. Many ways and a wide range of online platforms waiting for you. I know it's a very competitive game for all job-seekers too. You just need to make yourself more visible across the relevant online platform

Honest confession from me in this post! I kind of addicted to Kombucha since 3 months ago. I find myself gulping a bottle a day of Kombucha. Trying my best to control my addiction due to the high cost or I need to attend one of the alcoholic rehabs. huhuhuh I know Kombucha benefit to gut health, due to rich in probiotics, antioxidants, vitamins and enzymes. So?  I was wondering if there are any other benefits out of this delicious drink? When is the best time to drink Kombucha?  My All-time favourite Kombucha What is Kombucha? Let us start with what is Kombucha for those who find this is a new drink discovery. Kombucha is a fermented tea. Just like Kimchi! It is a combination of tea, yeast (SCOBY) , raw sugar and it went through bacterial fermentation.  How does Kombucha taste like? Natural bubbly, deliciously sweet and tart taste.  What is the health Benefit of Kombucha? * Improve digestions  * Weight Loss * Detoxification * Cancer preventio

Buying organic products has become increasingly popular over the past decade. People are becoming more informed about the dangers of pesticides and other ingredients that are in their everyday products. Even with all of the research, there is still quite a bit of confusion as to what items are really necessary to buy organic and which ones don't make much difference. The other challenge is that organic products typically cost, so many people are reluctant to make the transition. While you don't need to switch everything you buy, here are some things you should consider getting organic.  Fruits and Vegetables This is where the most confusion comes into play. Buying all organic produce can cause your grocery bill to skyrocket and is just not necessary. Here is the list of fruits and vegetables that are worth spending the extra money on. Strawberries Spinach and Kale Peaches and Nectarines Tomatoes Apples and Pears Grapes and Cherries Potatoes Celery What

July has been a hectic month for me. I was away from home for many days. One thing I learned throughout my journey being away from my home country, is I am able to earn cash online while away from home country. Before my travel, I have signed up to to this platform called Valued Voice. Formerly known as Link Vehicle. I don't really take them seriously when I was approached by one of the Account Manager to be part of their influencer community. I just signed up for the sake of entertaining them since they have been emailing me a few times. I got nothing to lose anyway since its a FREE SIGN UP. Its all started when I was in Jakarta and China recently, the opportunities keep coming through Valued Voice. All I need to do is to copy and paste the ready article with the link to my blog. I submit through the Valued Voice site for review and within 3 days the USD cleared to my accounts. By the way, I was at FREE Accounts subscriptions . I recently draw USD150.00 to my PayPal a

15 August is around the corner! What so special about this date? Well, in the lunar calendar, this is the date where we observed the mid-autumn festival. You will see various types of mooncakes pop up in the restaurant, hotel and so on. What are mooncakes? Mooncake commonly round and measure approximately around 10cm (diameter) and between 3 to 4 cm thickness. The outer of mooncake is like crust made of flour, lard, salted duck eggs, syrup, oil, sugar and water which texture can be either flaky, chewy or tender. Well depends on the baker. While the filling usually a sweet paste such as red bean, lotus and seeds. Nowadays people are more creative to create a unique filling for the mooncake. Mooncakes Price can be ridiculously pricey for sweet desert due to seasonal treats. Despite the exorbitant price, mooncakes always in demand when the season comes. Why Mooncakes is Expensive and People Still Buy? 1. Perfect Branding  People commonly relate to mooncake

When it comes to house deco there are many options for furniture types. Some prefer modern furnishing and for those more classical would prefer vintage and as for me, I prefer solid wood. Here are 5 reasons why I solid wood is my preference. 1. More Durable Just as it looks, solid wood is more durable. If we take good care of it properly this piece of furniture can be an antique to be passed down to the next generation.  2. Less Maintainance I know solid wood furniture tends to attract more dust and has a threat to moisture. Well, you just need to keep it dry and wipe down the dust regularly. 3. Presentable There is something about solid wood furniture since it can transform your home elegantly if you place it in a creative manner. Many interior designers would agree with me about this. 4. Better Value If you read my no.1 point solid wood is more durable and last longer. Which led to an antique pass down to the next generation and can consider a

Carrying a concealed handgun can make people feel safer, especially if they live or work in a place that seems dangerous. However, there are laws you must follow to do so. Here are a few things you will need to do before you can carry a firearm . Check With State and Local Laws Before you head out to purchase a concealed ankle holster , you need to check with the local and state laws to see what you need to do to have a concealed weapon. You most likely live in a “shall issue” area, which means you will get permission if you meet certain criteria. However, you will want need to find out what those steps are. This is also a good time to be retrospective whether this huge responsibility and if you are financially and personally ready for it. Get Certified To Carry You need to enroll in a firearm safety course to get your conceal to carry permit. These lessons will teach you the proper way to use a gun, the safety involved in having one and how to conceal it. You can

Summer is already more than halfway over and fashion experts are looking ahead to the fall season. With the city still hot as can be, think about the cooler time with these fall jewelry trends. Find your favorites and pop into a nearby SOHO jewelry store to make sure that you'll be ahead of the curve. Long Lines Straight from the runways, industry experts have been buzzing about long, elegant pieces adorning those walking with major designer names. Valentino, Stella McCartney, and Givenchy were among the brands to send long earrings and straight-lined necklaces down the runway. The look is reminiscent of some hippie aesthetics but can be personalized with color and sparkle. Heavy Metals This trend applies to necklaces, earrings, and rings. Some of the more dramatic earrings feature chunky metals and pieces that appear to have been inspired by raw materials that wrap around the ears. Similarly, rings of all shapes and sizes feature this heavy imagery. Pinky rings al

Hair, makeup and skincare gurus hold immense power at their fingertips. Golden hands can transform a face with a simple haircut, inspire a client with an acne-ridding facial or give someone a much-needed confidence boost after a long day in the office. These cosmetology professionals perform magic daily and keep both women and men sane throughout the highs and lows of life. If you’re a cosmetology professional looking to expand your skill set, while simultaneously boosting clientele, you’ve come to the right place! Keep reading for practical next steps you can take to grow your craft.   Reflect and Brainstorm Take some time to think about your cosmetology journey. Has your skillset broadened? What ongoing training have you received? Do you shadow colleagues? Then, think about areas where’d you’d like to grow, learn more or change your business practices. Asking yourself these questions will help you analyze areas of you career that you’d like to expand and nourish.

Second, only to massages as a spa treatment, facials are not only for relaxing. In the hands of the right esthetician, clients can see improvements in cosmetic concerns like wrinkles and acne scars. Interested in a facial Norfolk VA ? Learn how to choose the right type of facial treatment for you. How do I Choose a Facial Type? In general, a facial cleanses, exfoliates and nourishes the skin through a multi-step approach. There are different variations of facials, each using different techniques and providing different results. When deciding on the facial treatment to try, the first step is to decide what your cosmetic concerns are that you want to be addressed. By knowing what you would like to treat, an esthetician can choose a facial with the proper ingredients to relieve imperfections in your skin. Before receiving any facial treatment, a consultation appointment should occur so that the esthetician can discuss options with you. What Facial Types are Available? The s

Life is full of milestones and having a party to celebrate them is one of the best ways to make them memorable. However, anyone who has ever planned a party knows the amount of time and work it takes to pull off a party and make it one that people will enjoy and remember for years to come. One way to help reduce your stress-level and decrease the amount of time you invest in planning a party is to hire a reputable party planner NY . Here are three tips for hiring a party planner for your next party. Ask Your Family, Friends and Neighbors for Referrals Think of the last wedding, birthday party, anniversary celebration, or another social gathering you attended that you thoroughly enjoyed. Next, ask yourself who hosted the party and contact them to see if they utilized the services of a party planner. Finding someone who is reputable through your own connections is one important step to finding someone who can help you plan the party you envision while keeping within your bud

Milk is only for babies and kids?  How about the adult? Do we still need to continue drinking milk too? Some say they have a lactose intolerant so skipping the milk is the option. Don't put that as the reason. You can always include milk as part of healthy diet. I was like that too in earlier stage. I started by drinking little warm milk alternate days. Then gradually increase the in take. Now I drink milk almost everyday. The benefit of Drinking Milk in your daily diet Calcium Do you know we are recommended to take 1000mg of calcium daily, a nutrient which is essential for bone health? How to get that amount of calcium? The fastest, easiest and safest way is to consuming milk and dairy. Weight Loss For those who are looking to lose some weight can add some protein like milk into their diet. Milk is inexpensive protein and nutrient rich. Apparently, dietitian says people who drink milk daily are more likely to lose weight than women who do not drink

If you are a small business owner, you want to make the most of every opportunity that you have. Most people who start and own their own small business are already experts at their own product or service, but they then have to learn to handle all of the other aspects of small business ownership. This includes issues like payroll, taxes, human resources, and accounting, but they also include marketing for your product or service. If you haven't been as successful as you have wanted to be in marketing your small business, consider the following suggestions. The first thing you should do to improve the marketing for your small business is to make sure that all of your promotional materials are of the highest quality. One way to do this is to hire an expert for advertising photography charlotte who can help you capture the pictures that will sell your product for you. You should also consider hiring a copywriter who can craft your promotional materials in a way that will

For those who are looking forward to lose weight might read and research around. Many said we need to ditch wheat or gluten to lose that pounds. Do you know that our body need more grains so that our body can have enough fiber, plant based mineral, vitamins which is important for our well being? This is not applicable if you falls under gluten allergy or anything similar. 1. Whole Grains contain lots of fiber One main reason to eat whole grains is FIBER. Fiber is important to control blood sugar level, lower down cholesterol, and reduce colon cancer risk.   2. Helps Digestion Fiber content is good for bowel movement because whole grains contain lactic acid which promotes good bacteria in our large intestine. Healthy intestine helps to boost up body immune systems. 3. Weight Control Women who consume more wheat germ, brown rice had lower risk in gaining major weight gain. 4. Redistribute Fat Eating grains aren't actually will make you lose weight