My Music Taste

Really? If you say so.  I can say I am conservative.  I don't embrace new music as most people do - very easy or rather not snobbish.  But I am.  I don't warm up to music until I have heard it for several times and actually sang to it, that is if I know the lyrics.  My taste borders on the music that I heard when I was growing up. 

But this style doesn't not apply to my taste on musical instrument.  I would love to try any of them and would if I can, engage in exceptional kohala exclusive soprano ukulele at guitar center. There are just things in life that I don't want to pass up.

Your Taste in Music Says You're Dynamic

Your musical tastes are energetic and rhythmic. You are full of energy and can be quite talkative. You are forward thinking and open minded. You despise conservatism of any sort. You are intense, detail oriented, and motivated. You are an ambitious person, though your ambition is anything but conventional.

What Does Your Taste in Music Say About You?

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Gems, wealth, etc.

I remember last week, I didn't read any books on the train. I had a book in my bag, in fact, it is still there but I can't be bothered to read. Instead, I have been reading stuff over the net. I've been through different topics.

I read somewhere about curiosity on submarine and I got curious myself. The topic that I was reading was so technical that it was enough for me to know that submarine works because of ballast tanks. They contain water when going down and air when coming up. Hmm.

Another topic I read was about gems - mainly diamonds and oh, the most expensive jewellery which I learned the engagement ring of Duchess of Cambridge is on the top 30 costing about 38k or more. I learned about the cuts and the facets of a brilliant cut diamond which is 57 - my engagement ring has 2 brilliant cut diamond. I also read about the diamond deposits in Down Under and about the infamous pink Argyle diamond which is mined around Lake Argyle. From these gems I moved on to gold, silver, platinum, etc. I didn't notice if there was an ad in the site about how to save on hagerty silver cleaner at wwbw, though.

After reading all about those gems and minerals, I realised I might have matured as I still think good health is the most important gem or wealth a person can own. Funny, that.

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Music

Tonight, Mcj showed me how he is teaching the Tatapilla to learn about music by using his keyboard. The Tatapilla has a little bit of inclination to music as he likes guitars and to sing but we have not enrolled him in extra-curricular activity as such due to lack of time on our part. He is learning bits and pieces from his Dad and at the same time, Dad is expanding his knowledge on music. They do this after doing his homework (while others might be on wholesale business cards at zooprinting.com somewhere in the world). According to bodyandsoul.com.au:

It showed that musical experience can help the brain improve its ability to distinguish between rapidly changing sounds, a key skill in understanding and using language.

Indeed! Music can be an outlet for younger people to express their excess energy, their creativity and enthusiasm rather than playing video games all the time. The love of music can be a source of livelihood for those who are dedicated - doing something you love and at the same time earning a living from it.

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Easy and Comfy

You Are Sophisticated and Well Mannered

You're the type of person who can sit all day entertaining guests with witty banter. You believe in presenting yourself in the best light possible. You like to be seen as classy. You give a first impression of being upper class and even a bit snooty. And you're the first to admit you're a little guilty of that. You are an armchair critic. You can detect quality easily, and you want the best things you can find.

The Chair Test

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Just because I like antique and Queen Anne chair. Well, there's a bit of truth to this, I do like quality and I can spot quality. Oh, talking of the chair that I like.. I am not really sure if Queen Anne chairs are comfy. Maybe, you can have them made as to your specifications and design a comfortable one. Talking of comfort, having stairway lifts sure is a comfort and at the same time a very good investment. Mcj has been planning to build a ramp for my father-in-law's easy access outdoors. There's only one level but with a couple of steps to get inside the house. A stairway lifts is not needed in this case. But anything to aid those who need easy access is worth to spend money on.

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Travelling

I used to be an adventurous when it comes to travelling. I don’t really have planned itinerary. Just go with the flow. Catch public transport. Walk. Run. It was fun. Then I learned how to drive and own a car. Now, one of the most important things to plan is transportation wherever we go. And then, came along a lovely little boy. Everything revolves around him (I certainly hope, not for long). How do we get from A to B? How is he going to cope in that? Will it be safe? Will it be comfortable? From flights to car rental. From coffee to main meal. But really, after having comfortable and accessible transportation for almost 8 years.. you get used to it. It has become a part of your life. In out up coming trip, transportation will be a challenge but we’ve been there twice, we’ll manage. We will not be in a car all the time. We will be on a plane twice and that’s not return yet. We will be on a bus, on a jeepney, one a trike. But these are experiences that we are looking forward to. We’ve made our itinerary as lax as we are allowed. No harrying and hurrying. We will savour, enjoy and have fun all the way. If possible, renting a car would be an option. But because my family live in a remote area, I am scared for the car itself. I am not so familiar with the parts but I reckon, a car won’t last long where my family is. So for now, it’s a thought.

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Complex eh?

I suppose.. even I don't get myself most of the times.

You Are a Carrot Cake Cupcake

You are a complex person. You have many interesting layers to your personality, though others might not know it. You are drawn to a cross section of people. You friends play different roles in your life. You are like a cupcake because you are are deceptively simple. There's actually a lot to you! There are many ingredients in your life, and you only want them in proper amounts. Being you is a delicate art.

What Flavor Cupcake Are You?

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It's all the makings of me. On cooking side, I don't like complex cooking at all. I only want to cook something that don't involve a lot of ingredients and does not require a lot of preparation and processes. I would love to use sophisticated kitchen equipment but my kitchen bench does not provide a lot of spaces for that. I won't mind having fancy kitchen storage paraphernalia like thermoplastic round knobs, though.

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Cooking Shows

Our family is big on watching cooking shows, may it be of celebrity chefs or reality show. Not that we're big in cooking. But this habit of us has some benefits aside from entertainment. We get snippets and some tips on how to cook food with flavour and quickly. My favourite is Jamie Oliver's. It's just relatable and funny. The way he taste food using his fingers. His colourful words to describe the taste, colour and look of the food that he is cooking. Oh, I love his kitchen and pantry. I reckon, having his pantry is like having on of those excellent mpc renaissance guitars.

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Lack Energy

I feel the same at times. Bodyandsoul.com.au have some suggestion:

1. Fuel the body Eat four to five smaller meals throughout the day. For breakfast and lunch, ensure you eat some protein. Protein contains tyrosine, which is converted into the alertness neurotransmitter, dopamine. Dopamine helps boost energy levels and concentration. 2. Move, baby move Physical activity and strategic movement keeps circulation pumping through the body. Just like computers have an energy-saving mode when they aren't being used, so does the human body. Get up off your backside and move at least every 90 minutes. 3. Work in waves The study of biological rhythms shows we can concentrate and perform high-level cognitive processing (thinking) tasks for 90 to 120 minutes. Set your day up to work in waves of 90 minutes to two hours followed by a five- to 15-minute brain break. 4. Recharge and refresh Sustaining energy levels throughout the day actually starts the night before, with a deep, restorative sleep. Aim to get between seven to eight hours' sleep (for most people) and consciously switch off 60 minutes before going to bed each night.

These are simple things that each of us can surely do. I'm sure if we keep it up, we'll be healthy and stay away from scalpel blades.

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Forgetful?

My memory is not as when I was single. I can point out that I started to be forgetful after giving birth. I attribute it to having been through general anaesthetic. Plus, now our life is just extra busy and hectic. But mind you, forgetfulness can be caused by health problems like lack of vitamin b12, thyroid issue, menopause and alcohol intake. I reckon, our mind needs exercise - doing new stuff and try to be organised (note to self maybe to buy jansport book bags as school days are coming near?)

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Stroke

My brother-in-law suffered stroke almost two months ago. I don't have that much knowledge on this subject so I thought I might do some research to understand it - it's like hearning la gloria cubana to me (a bit foreign). He will have to undergo a CT Scan soon to determine the cause of his stroke. I was told, it was a mild stroke.

Types of Stroke Share on facebookShare on twitterShare on emailMore Sharing Services9How the two ‘types of stroke’ happen A stroke can happen in two main ways. Either there is a blood clot or plaque that blocks a blood vessel in the brain or a blood vessel in the brain breaks or ruptures.
Blocked artery (causes an ischaemic stroke) Strokes caused by a blood clot is called an ischaemic stroke. In everyday life, blood clotting is beneficial. When you are bleeding from a wound, blood clots work to slow and eventually stop the bleeding. In the case of stroke, however, blood clots are dangerous because they can block arteries and cut off blood flow. About 4 out of every 5 strokes are ischaemic. There are two ways an ischaemic stroke can occur.
Bleed in the brain (causes an haemorrhagic stroke) Strokes caused by a break in the wall of a blood vessel in the brain are called haemorrhagic strokes. This causes blood to leak into the brain, again stopping the delivery of oxygen and nutrients. Haemorrhagic stroke can be caused by a number of disorders which affect the blood vessels, including long-standing high blood pressure and cerebral aneurysms. An aneurysm is a weak or thin spot on a blood vessel wall. The weak spots that cause aneurysms are usually present at birth. Aneurysms develop over a number of years and usually don’t cause detectable problems until they break. About 1 in every 5 strokes is haemorrhagic. There are two types of haemorrhagic stroke.
Mini stroke A Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA) is sometimes termed a minor stroke or “mini stroke”. When the signs of stroke are present but go away within 24 hours, the term TIA is used. The causes and symptoms of a transient ischaemic attack (TIA) are similar to those of a stroke. TIA episodes usually last only a few minutes but may last for several hours. They generally disappear quickly and unfortunately, are often ignored. Just like a stroke, a TIA will require emergency treatment. About 1 in 5 people who have a TIA will have a major stroke within the next three months and a large part of the risk occurs in the first few days. TIA should never be ignored. TIA’s should be regarded as a warning sign that the person is at risk of a stroke and should be investigated promptly. It is important that if stroke symptoms occur the person sees a doctor promptly, even if the signs go away and you feel completely better. The doctor will try to find the underlying cause of the TIA and then organise treatment to lower your risk of another Transient Ischemic Attack or stroke.

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