I Can’t Write For $3 or $4 Per 500 Words Article (I’m more than those figures)
Today, I received an unexpected comment (in response to one of my tech blog post) with a pitch of interest in my writing. I will be hypocrite if I say I’m not excited. It’s my first time to receive a comment offering money making options.
It took me another day to respond as I am busy with my other projects. My head began to spin as I opened my mail and start scribbling to my heart’s content.
I noticed when I’m almost done with my long response, my fingers started hurting, and I stopped. I ended my reply with a question of how I can be of helped.
After hours of waiting (actually I’m working while waiting) I got a reply. My thought of having a new gig as a writer is now confirmed. He liked my writing. Yes. He finds me nice, I mean, my writing gets a new lease on life, yippee!
The usual interview starts. I was in no doubt that he is a legitimate boss. Knowing he is all over the net: a profile of a good mentor, writer, and one of the finest, I had to give my complete name (this is required) to qualify me to be part of his team and for the payout (the most important part of the conversation.)
He welcomed me well. Hmm, what about the fee per article? He said to just ask once a project is on the hook. Okay, I’m IN.
He noticed that I’m more focus on SEO style of writing, so he provided me with articles to help me out (he’s into copywriting style, that’s why.) I religiously read them (whoa, this is great, FREE learning!)
I had come across while reading through the report sheet (where writers are going to post their finished projects) some information about article fees. There was neither a peso sign nor an Obama dollar. Curious, so I dig deeper. The 200.00 I saw was in peso, no, not Mexican, but Philippine peso.
Actually, I’m paid by the hour and per word and in dollars – US dollars. This got me into thinking, if to convert, I can’t write for $3 or $4 per 500 words article (I’m worth five times more than those figures – by the hour and $0.50 per word.)
The question now is…
Will I consider this new gig a fashion statement to fill my wallet with a few paper bills? Or coins to fill my coin purse?
Oh, by the way, I noticed a sizable amount of writing request in my email. What about this new gig? I’ll try not to bury it under a pile of cold case files.
Where is Kawasan Waterfalls? An Unforgettable Charm in Matutinao, Badian, Cebu
“Let’s go to Kawasan!” said Jennifer (the youngest daughter of my auntie.)
In my years of stay in Cebu, I haven’t gone to Kawasan. So, we shortened the list (actually, there was no list – we don’t have the luxury to spend. It’s just a product of our imagination.)
Kawasan is one of Cebu’s prides, a haven for waterfalls of natural spring water lovers.
This clear as crystal waterfall is located in the mountains of Barangay Matutinao, Badian, 130 kilometers southwest of Cebu City – a three hour bus drive.
We rented an eighteen seater multicab (a multi van.) Take note, the multivan can carry eighteen passengers…eighteen SLIM passengers.
And since we have with us some extras…(shhh…some honest stored fats) do you think we can give our legs a break during the four hour ride?
It’s a tough ride, but the different jaw-dropping vistas somehow ease our leg cramps. READ THE COMPLETE STORY OF OUR KAWASAN ESCAPADE!
What is Flashback Trojan? Know Their New Tactics For 2012
What is Flashback Trojan?
Can you eat this?
Or can they make you sick?
Their previous tactic was able to infect thousand, possibly millions of Mac computers.
But persistent virus doctors were able to advanced their “cure” feature and the found malware – Now, a history. 
However, Flashback Trojan is back! 
This time with a big bang!
Yes, the Mac Trojan Horse is back with a vengeance.
What is the new tactic of Flashback Trojan (also known as Mac Trojan Horse)?
4 Not So Easy, Not So Hard Tips on How Not to Lose Your Temper and What to Do When You Lose It
When you’re deprived of sleep, when your child throws a tantrum even at the smallest things, and she falls on the floor if she cannot get what she wants, when your teen daughter knows how to wear make-up but do not know how to keep her own space tidy, admit it: you are about to lose your temper, scream at the top of your lungs and, lo and behold, you barely forget patience is a virtue.
You don’t have to call 911 just yet. Follow these tips to avert explosive outburst of temper and tame the tiger within you:
1. Cool Off:
Fires are burning hotter, cool down the area by pouring cool water over. You should do the same when dealing with difficult children or upsetting situation – don’t say a word (that word may be the “killing sword”), back off, proceed to take a shower, or go for a walk…a long walk.
Cool off by using a positive attitude instead of a punitive one. Easier said than done, I know. But hey, when do you think is the right time to mentally stop before your anger gets the best of you?
2. Express Regret:
Let me tell you a story. I once screamed my rage (I remembered it reaching the top of Mt. Everest) because my son did not heed my words. I used bad words like st&*^%*, du&*^, da^%$#, idi*^&%$ and pu&^%$#*, that make him feel lonely, disconnected enough to make him cry.
Often the realization only comes when you already hurt the other person’s feelings. I console him immediately afterwards. I regret being so hard and what I did was really wrong.
Remember, consequences of events whether you have little control or in control, you have to express regrets. It is appropriate for your children to deserve your sympathy after you become an angry bird. Show you are sorry with what you did while you admit to becoming frustrated with what happened.
List down what elicits the anger. Is it when your kids bring home a lower grade, a habit of grumbling, or lack of respect especially for older adults? Refresh your memory, the list can be simple. Just do your homework and you’ll end up getting the highest grade possible.
4. Plans are Fun to Make:
Especially if you work together with your children; plans surely would be fun to make. Write how everyone should deal with anger especially in a difficult situation. What area in the house helps cool down the feeling of anger? Or is it better to get a long minute walk or is a cool shower can actually do wonders?
Remember that counting from one to eternity is still a good alternative to die down the fire.
Parenting is real and you know that it is in no way easy. Having a plan designed to deal with anger and not losing your temper easily makes all the difference.
Tame the tiger within you…Learn How Not to Lose Your Temper easily!
What is Kombucha Tea? Why is Kombucha Tea Controversial?
When sales in bottled water, sodas, energy drink dropped because of poor economy, there is this tea that sold a whooping $295 million last year. Have you heard of this tea also known as a “mushroom”? This tea shaped like a mushroom when the main organisms – yeast and bacteria carry out fermentation.
Originally found in East Asia, this tea has been known to cure cancer, has vitamin B, boost immunity, improved digestion as well as liver function.
Yet in spite of these enormous public health benefits; there was no evidence to prove this tea really prevents cancer. The FDA has warned consumers to be careful when consuming this tea.
However, in the typical consumption span for this tea, enthusiastic drinkers have experienced improvement in their complexion, weight loss, and decrease in hair loss. One significant statement comes from the founder of Synergy Kombucha, G.T. Dave. He claimed that his mother, who consumed only Kombucha, won her battle against cancer.
Ardent drinkers of this tea believe that they are drinking a non-alcoholic beverage. However, recent studies have proven that this tea tend to have a high alcohol content. The FDA recommended having this tea pasteurized. But this would appear to be altering the tea’s original purpose.
This controversy, if not properly address to, would take away the very essence which make the tea appealing to its consumers.
What Tea is this?
Kombucha Tea.
What is Kombucha Tea?
Kombucha is a living health tea that tastes like a dazzling apple cider and champagne depending on what kind of tea is being used. The name of the tea is said to have come from Japan in the year 415 D. The country’s Emperor Inyko was treated by a Korean physician named Kombu or Kambu. The emperor named the tea after the physician’s name – “Kombu” and “cha” which means tea.
WHITNEY HOUSTON IS DEAD!
Whitney Houston
Whitney Houston, only 48 was found by a member of her staff unresponsive in her hotel room at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on Saturday, February 11th. She was declared dead at 3:55pm PST after paramedics tried CPR on her but it didn’t work.
Prior to her death, she was to attend Clive Davis’s annual party at the Beverly Hilton Hotel that evening. She even talked with Dionne Warwick, her cousin and to Cissy Houston, her mother about attending the said party.
The reason for Whitney Houston’s death is as yet known, but is not thought to be suspicious because there have been no signs of foul play. Ms. Houston has been through drug rehabilitation programs several times. She’s failed time and again to get clean. Local authorities are investigating the death.
Demi Moore’s Frantic 911 Call – The Real Issue
Demi Moore
Demi Moore’s frenzy 911 phone call lasts for about 10 minutes. While she was dizzy, her friends took over the phone. The 911 operator was trying at least seeking answers about any drugs or medications that Demi Moore might have taken prior to the incident. However, Moore’s friend didn’t have any idea as to what Demi might have consumed.
Before the frantic call, the 49 year old ex-wife of Bruce Willis had been in a birthday bash for one of her friends. People in the party already noticed Moore’s hyper mood behavior.
Demi Moore was Bruce Willis and Ashton Kutcher’s ex-wife.
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