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		<title>SM Homeworld Warehouse Sale</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Have to drag the husband to this event.  Since we&#8217;re about to start shopping stuffs for Little Mansion, we might as well begin stocking hardware and home maintenance tools.  A 50% off deal is huge and the free plastic container will come useful, too! Glad I have my SM Advantage Card.  



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		<title>Electrici Tips &#8211; Let There Be LIGHT</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:22:47 +0000</pubDate>
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Sharing these wonderful electricity tips I got from a Meralco Primer:
1. Use natural light whenever possible.  Open those windows!
2. Switch off lights when not in use.
3. Use Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs) instead of incandescent bulbs.  They are more energy efficient and can last up to 10 times longer.
4. Clean bulbs regularly.  Dirt [...]


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<p>Sharing these wonderful electricity tips I got from a Meralco Primer:</p>
<p>1. Use natural light whenever possible.  Open those windows!<br />
2. Switch off lights when not in use.<br />
3. Use Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs) instead of incandescent bulbs.  They are more energy efficient and can last up to 10 times longer.<br />
4. Clean bulbs regularly.  Dirt lessens illumination by 50 percent.<br />
5. Use low wattage light bulbs in areas like hallways and doorways.<br />
6. Use lamps that give direct lighting over desks, beds and work areas.</p>


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		<title>Top 7 Hardware Cabinet Must-haves</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[1. Toolbox staples such as a measuring tape, hammer, screwdriver and pliers needed for quick home repairs.
2. Compact fluorescent bulbs.  These lasts longer than incandescent bulbs and are energy and money savers.
3. Surge protector extension cord.  Keep appliances and electronics well protected.
4. LED Flashlight for any power interruptions and black-out instances.
5. Water-based insect [...]


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>1. Toolbox staples such as a measuring tape, hammer, screwdriver and pliers needed for quick home repairs.<br />
2. Compact fluorescent bulbs.  These lasts longer than incandescent bulbs and are energy and money savers.<br />
3. Surge protector extension cord.  Keep appliances and electronics well protected.<br />
4. LED Flashlight for any power interruptions and black-out instances.<br />
5. Water-based insect killers to keep unwanted pests away.<br />
6. Disinfectant sprays to keep home smelling fresh and safe from harmful bacteria.<br />
7. Multipurpose lubricant to help eliminate rust and squeaks.</p>


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		<title>Organize</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[1. Are you an organized person?
:: I&#8217;m OC most of the time but sometimes I&#8217;m not that organized too..depends on my mood.
2. What is one thing about your home that has to be just so or it drives you crazy when it comes to organization?
:: My son&#8217;s closet. Everything has to be neatly folded and [...]


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>1. Are you an organized person?<br />
:: I&#8217;m OC most of the time but sometimes I&#8217;m not that organized too..depends on my mood.</p>
<p>2. What is one thing about your home that has to be just so or it drives you crazy when it comes to organization?<br />
:: My son&#8217;s closet. Everything has to be neatly folded and placed in the right compartment.</p>
<p>3. Do you have one little nuance about your organization that most people consider to be a little over the top? What is it?<br />
:: None.</p>
<p>4. What is your favorite organizational tool? (bins, closet organizers, etc.)<br />
:: Closet organizers. I love one that has many compartments or pockets.</p>
<p>5. Where is your favorite place to buy organizational needs?<br />
:: Mostly, I just buy it from SM.</p>
<p>6. Are you more organized at work or at home?<br />
:: I don&#8217;t work anymore but I think I&#8217;m more organized when I was at work then.</p>
<p>7. Are you more or less organized than your significant other?<br />
:: He is more organized haha!</p>
<p>8. Does your significant other help or hurt organization?<br />
:: He helps. Actually I let him fix our bag when we travel because he&#8217;s more skillful when it comes to packing things.</p>
<p>9. What is the most important recreational items that you organize?<br />
:: Our DSLR bag.</p>


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		<title>Home Improvement</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 06:41:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hubby and I are thinking of redesigning the interiors of our bedroom in Frisco for a change. Right now, I am doing some online research from Home Improvement websites so I can get unique, artistic and fun ideas to accomplish this project. One of the things that I am planning to do is repaint the [...]


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hubby and I are thinking of redesigning the interiors of our bedroom in Frisco for a change. Right now, I am doing some online research from Home Improvement websites so I can get unique, artistic and fun ideas to accomplish this project. One of the things that I am planning to do is repaint the walls with a new color or cover it with wallpaper. We’ll also re-arrange some furniture like the TV stand, the cabinet, the bed and the computer table. I still have a lot of plans in mind but I guess, I also have to consult hubby first.</p>
<p>I am sure this is going to be fun. I’m just thankful there are a lot of home improvement sites and tv shows to hook up tips from. As defined by Wikipedia, home improvement is the process of renovating or making additions to one&#8217;s home. Often, a professional handyperson is hired to perform the improvements but, typically, most improvements are done on an amateur DIY basis by the homeowner. I can’t wait to have a place of our own to apply this home improvement tips on a bigger scale.</p>


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