TLB Hardwood

My husband Joe has been a cabinet maker for the past 20 years , in that time he made TV cabinet entertainment and kitchens cabinets, he loves to work with natural timbers.. In his factory there are sorts of timber around and of course there are some timber that are hard to work on and some that are so easy .
He always researching and looking around for different materials and products He came across this website TLB Hardwood.. They specialize in Lumber Hardwood White Birch and Aspen. The website is easy to navigate on and gives you a lot of options on choosing the right timber; as far as website goes he thought that this was a pretty useful site to be on. Information on the white birch and aspen are right there at your fingertips and you can compare these species of timber much more easily over the web than with just brochures.
They offer a custom made products to suit the needs of Kitchen cabinet manufacturers, Furniture manufacturers, Edge glue panel manufacturer, Flooring manufactures.
That is why my hubby is so interested with the site,, he was looking at all the wood specifications and technical data sheet of the lumber hardwood white birch,, and since my hubby works in a kitchen manufacturing industry he was to be reassure that white birch is excellent wood for kitchen cabinet….
The White Birch which is a species that is produce in Eastern Canada and very durable. One of the advantages of white birch are : -white color -fleck free -no mineral streaks However, it is a small tree in diameter and shorter that other common hardwoods.

Empire Carpet Today

Our house is almost 10 years now.. So what we're doing at the moment are maintenance and general improvement.. Our first priority is to change our carpet.. Our carpet is already worn out and with all sorts of stains; that is hard to get rid off.. That is why we are saving so that we can change our carpet . My husband and I are also researching and looking around for an affordable and best quality carpet..
The other night we are on a carpet site America's Most Popular  Flooring Company ; they offer a wide range of quality home products and  I like the idea that they are can visit your place, Its called  Empire shop at home service . -A representative will come and visit you - No hassles because it’s one –on- one attention, no need to leave your home,, it's in the comfort of your home so its very time consuming.. When  their representative visit  your place they  will show you samples to match your decor and which style works best; give you their professional advise He/She will discuss the  no-payment, no-interest credit options . When you decide to use their service , they place the order and schedule the installation process. It can even happen  on the next day....

Aside from that it a free home estimate just make an appointment for a free, no obligation quote..

On the day of the installation process, the professional installer will do their best and after the process an inspector will review the job to make sure you are satisfied with the process, and they will also contact you to ake sure everything is Ok.. so from start to finish they are going to look aftet you... There is a blog that attest to the services that this company had given them through The Empire Carpet Blog.

That is really good since they highly value their customer.. No wonder they won some prestigious awards such as :
2008 American Business Award Finalist - Best Overall Company
2008 American Business Award WINNER - Best Customer Service Organization
2006 Torch Award Winner for Marketplace Ethics: Chicago and Northern Illinois BBB
2007 Angie's List Super Service Award - Indianapolis, Los Angeles, Dallas, Detroit and Orlando
2007 American Business Award Finalist

The company offers a wide range of products aside from carpet; they also have 

Hardwoord Flooring, Laminate Flooring, Ceramic Flooring, Window Treatments  and Bath & Shower Liners…


It is a well established company that is serving  for over 45 years,, So they really know what they are  talking about and customers are satisfied with the service… 
I ‘ve also seen their ads , and it was really catchy the tunes and the commercial are  easy to recognize and the telephone number is easy to remember .. so I posted one of them... Have a look..

Professional hair straightener

No more bad hair days for us ladies!!!! Don't need to fret because there is an ingenious product that can make your hair really sleek and shine,, as if ; you just got out of a beauty salon.. 

I remember the old days that we used to have a frizzy hair.. I have an old classmate who'se got a really frizzy hair and believe it or not; she used to iron her hair!!!!! that was really crazy!!! Imagine the damages it had caused her hair.... silly silly girl...

Now the best hair straightener  is on the market to make every woman's nightmare a dream.... 

The other day I tried my daughter's hair straightener ,, although I've got a straight hair ,, it still made a BIG difference!! It was easy to use and it did a great job,,, my hair feels light , silky and smooth.. and it lasted for days... There are lots of Professional hair straightener on the market but  it is important to get the best one..

Just like  Tourmaline hair straightener which is made of Titanium plates.

It is  an amazing breakthrough in technology;  This straightening iron takes the amazing benefits of ceramic heat, ionic technology and combines them with Titanium.

They've got a limited time offer of $ 265 down to $99 only!!! that is a bargain...

There is a big difference from any ordinary straightener because  ceramic irons rely on heat alone which risks damage to the hair. Karmin relies on ionic and infrared juices, which provides a better, healthier method.  Without the Risk of Damage! Karmin High Performance Irons give shinier, silkier, smoother and healthier hair than other ceramic irons.

So ladies don't just opt for any ordinary cheap straightener invest on a good quality Professional Hair Straightener.. You won't regret it...

Actually aside from making your hair staight ou can also curl your hair using this hair straighetener.. just like curling a ribbon with a scissor,,, It is so cute to have some soft curls,, I've tried it too and I just change my look dramatically...

See the big difference???

It's convenient to have a Steel Building

I’ve been busy lately cleaning up the house… I started tidying up the kids bedroom,,, and sorting their clothes that either too small for them or that needs to be repaired.. It was overwhelming to see the things they have,, so all the stuff or toys that they’ve already outgrown; I placed them in a big container and some of them in a plastic bag.. I have to keep them first before I start putting them in a box to be sent to the Philippines. So I dragged the container down and placed them in our storage shed; good thing we’ve got the storage to place all our stuff. It is very convenient for us to have the shed because that is where I keep my 20 boxes of Christmas decors!!! Yes 20 boxes aside from lawnmower our garden tools and other knick knacks….
It is made of steel; very stable and durable.. Here in Australia the storage shed is a must for every household.. You can have big ones or small one depending on you preferences.. Good thing is when we purchased our house there is already a decent size shed constructed. So It was a good factor why we like the house because of having a good storage.  And most of the new houses that they're building here in our suburb you can see steel buildings and garage buildings  being built ; people are aware on the benefits of having it constructed. 

Taking off the training wheels

Braiden is growing fast and doing things that amazes Joe and I.. Last time when we went to the snow , he learned to ski straight away.. 

We always say that he has a good coordination and balance, that is why we are thinking of taking off his training wheels on his bicycle this coming Summer time,, Since its still winter here in Australia, we don't go out to the park often to ride his bike, but definitely we are going to teach him ride his bike by himself.. We also need to get him a new one,, he's got a 14' bike and since his legs are growing longer he needs to have a bigger one..
We are tossing between a Raleigh bicycle or the Apollo bicycle, we need to find a bike with a good suspension and ; easy to handle and lightweight. we've got 2 Shimano mountain bicycles at home that Joe and I are using and we find it comfortable and easy. so now we can tag along the kids with us riding around the park here in our place,, Can't wait for Summer time..

Big Balloons

End of Financial Year Sale...!!!

They're  everywhere . From the big companies to the small industry..

Well,, I guess its good for the buyer because we can save heaps from their Stocktake Sale.. Since everyone is having a huge sale ,, there are heaps of promotion going on.. 

When we are driving to the city,, my kids eyes just lit up with excitement when they saw a huge Helium Balloons. One is a shape of a skinny Dancing Big Balloons.. 

And they were excitedly pointing to the balloons.. "Look Mom!!! Dancing balloon,, they said.. It was really eye catching and a big plus for the store.. 

No wonder because it's such a good promotion ,, well not only that after a few mile we saw some more Advertising Balloons... and the kids got excited again.....

Need help with your Bad Credit?

We worry about the high inflation rate.. With everything is increasing it's prices,, I can imagine how hard it is for some people to manage their everyday expenses and to pay off their mortgage.

We are very careful about our expenses and we always keep track of our finances,,

 But what about those who have Bad Credit Report? I guess there is always a solution to that. There are companies who offer creditors to Repair Credit. It is a good idea for people who needs have a clean credit history. Some would like to get a lower interest rate, a new home loan , to get a new car. Don't we all want a good report so that we can get a loan.. 

Don't fret because someone out there will offer you Credit Repair Services..  So you can have a peace of mind and be stress free..

Get an Insurance Quotes

With a high interest rate looming, increase petrol prices and elevated consumer prices,, It is advisable to be practical in life,, and to look for a better deal and better services for your money..

We own 2 cars and 1 truck which my husband use for our business. End of financial year is a time for renewing car insurance,, it is such a headache for us because we have  3 vehicles to insure.. What my hubby did was to look around for a better Insurance company.. Although we have our recent Insurance Company; we still looked online or phone around to find the best Insurance Quotes ; it was free to get quotes and they are very quick to respond to your inquiries .. It is very important to look around and get quotes and compare what's the best deal they can offer you... We did find a new company and we saved heaps .

Bedroom Furniture

Hayyy SLEEP.. we all need a good sleep to function well...

That is what I've been missing.. A good night sleep...
My son would always go to our bed around 12:30 am onwards..
Well ,, we actually don't mind it,, but sometimes he would occupy most of the space, and there I am lying on my side .. on the edge of he bed.. My hubby and I always say that when we moved to a new place we have to change our bed into a King Size bed,, so of course we have to look for an elegant Bedroom Furniture.

There are plenty of style to choose from ,, don't know yet if we are going for a Modern Bedroom Furniture   or the Contemporary Bedroom Furniture.. That is why , whenever there is site that offers a good deal about Bedroom Furniture I browse through their collection and get some ideas on how I want my next bedroom to look like.

Pet

It's more than year now that Joe and I decided to set up a Saltwater Aquarium. After traveling from Hamilton Island we just feel in love with the various saltwater fish and marine life.

We have live rocks, anemones, corals, starfish and different types of fish , but our pet is the Zebra Eel, named Marty. Heis about 1 meter long now and he is just a passive , docile eel that comes out of the rocks during night time.

Setting up a saltwater aquarium is not an easy job. It entails a lot of patience and it has to be looked after really well. It is also costly and needs a constant maintenance.
We make sure that the water is the right temperature so we always have to check the thermometer, heater and the light. We are always cautious on checking the filter and if the protein skimmer are in good working condition. These keep the tank clean. Monitoring the Ph level is done by using the Test kit.
It is a hard work but we are happy to see our fish thriving and healthy. Its just a good feeling when we see our fish happily swimming around; it makes us feel relax..

Car Seats

I am aware of how important it is to use  car seats for my children. Since birth I started using an Infant car seat carrier for my kids and now they are using car seats according to their age and weight. 

Traveling with children, especially young children, puts special demands on the adults responsible for their well being. Here are some tips that can make the trip pleasant for all concerned.

1. Restraints are important
    Always use restraints when you drive with children. Children can be particularly
    vulnerable in a car, even when they are sitting in the back seat. When driving with
    children, ensure that they are always correctly restrained, even when you drive slowly

2.  Drive carefully

3.  Take just a short trip.
 
4.  You must wear a seat belt even when you are pregnant.

5.  Children require the appropriate restraint for their size:
     infant restraints (for babies)
 
6.  Child seats (for very young children)

7.  Booster seats and harnesses (for young children)

8.  seat belts (for older children).

9.  Always take the time to get your child comfortably and correctly strapped in.

Warning
Each child restraint must be correctly installed.
Each child restraint must suit your child’s weight and size. Children grow at
different rates, so your child’s weight and size are much more important than
your child’s age.

Avoid early promotion: do not move your child from one type of restraint to
the next before they have reached the top of the weight or height range of the
restraint. Children should continue to use a suitable child restraint for as long
as they fit.

Where possible, always place children in the back seat of your car. The
back seat is much safer than the front seat.
Never use an infant restraint in the front-passenger seat if your car has
a front-passenger airbag.

Do not use a restraint if it is more than 10 years old, is damaged or
has been in a crash, even if it does not appear to be damaged.
Child restraints should never be used in vehicle seats that face
rearward or sideways.

Home Improvement

Home renovation is what I am planning to do for the next 6 months,, just want to freshen up the look of my home. So I am looking at some magazines and searching on Internet for a classy style. One thing on my list is to update my Pillar.. I've got a pillar before entering my living room . 2 years ago I sponge paint it with green, but my hubby wasn't keen about it. he doesn't like the look its just sticking out there.. but we left it there for a while,, but he still kept on saying that we need to find someone that can do it professionally ; he likes to have it painted like a Carrara marble look. Humm,  we really need a professional to do it,, so I was looking at the site of Atlanta Faux Furnishing and checking out their gallery and their services, they've got talented people to help you bring your vision to reality. And I envision a beautiful pillar  for my  home.... So check it out and see how they turn ordinary room/wall to classy..

Just look at this room... haaay it is to die for.. very nice...

Find a bargain

I love good deals.. Especially during this hard times; you need to be practical and logical with your purchases...

I like to get a good bargain and  it makes me feel better that I am saving more money.  

I must admit that I use a coupon to get a good bargain. I found this site Find Savings  and you can download coupon from top stores around your area. I was checking  the Target coupons, I like shopping at Target; I usually visit the store every week to find good bargains and see the latest style. I'm also browsing on Kmart this is where I usually buy toys from.. So since I'm a regular shopper from these shops , I think its worth looking at coupons and get more savings from it...

There are  more than 700 merchants listed on the site that you can check out,, from apparels to video games.. and its easy to redeem the coupon. 

Kids luggage

We've got a visitor fr 2 weeks.

It's my husband's 9 year old niece from Townsville is  staying here with her dad for 2 weeks, because its school holidays here in Australia. I always take Swana for shopping and buy her clothes and personal stuff since we only see her once a year , we make it a point to  spoil her a little bit. But the problem is when she came here she only bought a small bag with her and she needs a luggage to put all her newly bought clothes and shoes. That is why this morning we were looking for a kids luggage at the shops. But we did not see one that she likes. She said she wants a disney luggage, so we are going to a big mall tomorrow to look for it. I wanted to make sure to get her a luggage that will be durable enough so that she will have a good use of it. Its important to be secured and spacious . We were looking at this style its Bambi dot , not too babyish but stylish for a 9 year old girl...

My Tip for a long car travel

My children love to watch movies.. Every week if there is a sale on DVD I make it point to buy them movies that they like.. especially when I;m busy doing something Braiden can operate the DVD player and he is occupied with the movie..

That is why when my hubby bought his new car he also bought a ceiling mount DVD player,,and have it installed; we've got 3 wireless headphone one for each child.. Its so good because whenever we go on a long travels , we often turn it on for them. You won't hear them say "Are we there yet?" because they are busy watching. It's tried and tested because last December we went on a 12 hour car trip to Queensland  and that made our trip stress free for all of us..

We also have a portable DVD player and that is what the kids use when they travel in my car.. Aside from having that in your car you can also take it with you whenever you go out for dinner or lunch . While waiting for the service and food , kids can enjoy it. You can eat your meal in peace and enjoy chatting with your friends without being interrupted with bored kids.. Its better to have it , than see your kids roam around the restaurant  just annoying everyone..

It works for us and very convenient to take along, we even take ours even when we travel by plane.

Such a good invention!!!!

So the best tip is invest on a  good car DVD Player 

I wanted a new Digital Camera

Our family loves to travel..

Traveling is good for us because it helps the kids gain more knowledge and experiences from the places that we've been through. If I like the place I always keep my camera handy with me so I can take a picture of it, I wanted to remember and preserve the memories of it.

When my sister came over here for a holiday , she just brought her new SLR Digital Camera with her.. It takes good photos and quite impressive with the quality. My hubby was able to use it too and I think he was convinced that we need to upgrade our digital camera.. We wanted a best digital camera that is durable for our family use. So we are looking for the best option for our needs ,we have to consider our lifestyle and there are things to consider ; If we are going for a  Big SLR  digital cam or just a compact one.

We are looking for a best compact digital camera that will be easy for us; we are also looking for best travel digital camera that we can just put in our bag and just carry on while we travel. Or go for a best wide angle digital camera that takes good photos and portrait. Since I love taking pictures of my kids.. Too many choices... I still have to look around and get peoples opinion about it....

How to save on Ink

With the high cost looming around.. soaring petrol prices,, everything is going up, the best thing we do is to be wise with our choices in products and services,, we have to make the most of it.. I've got a home office to run and a daughter who is in High school and we have a great demand in using our computer, fax machine and printer. That is why I opted for a less expensive inkjet cartridge. I also use my fax machine most of the time and using a reliable  fax cartridge is a must.

So using a compatible toner is my way of saving heaps; the quality is not a problem and I can easily access it here in our place..

Looking for a Ceiling Fan

It's winter at the moment here in Australia and its cold,,, but during summer time it is really hot,,,  and when its hot..you will really need to have something to cool you down..

 I remember my friend Erma; whose husband is complaining about the scorching heat last summer , they cannot take it anymore, that is why they decided to have a ceiling fan installed in their room..

She was quite happy with it because it's looks nice and her hubby is no longer complaining,, I told her that I wanted to see what kind of fan it was.. She told me that it was a casablanca fan and it looks like this... 

It was nice looking and gave me the idea of having one installed in our living area,, So I started to look for a nice design and style of a ceiling fan that will complement my room. there are plenty of styles to choose from; but I like the look of a craftmade ceiling fan with lights.. because I've got a native displays and sofa in my living room and I wanted to match the look... 

Good Food Show and Wine Exhibit

This morning we went to a trade show exhibit... Its the Good Food show and wine exhibit at Sydney , this was my first visit on the said exhibit.. I was quite amazed because it was jam packed.. we can't even walk briskly .. There are around 300 exhibitors on the area showcasing best and quality products and trade...
It's amazing on how they catch peoples' attention throught their display,, they have to; because there are lots of stalls  and they need to stand out to be noticed,, One stall that caught my eye was the Fresh food section,, they have a very enticing table top display, it was well laid out showcasing their products. So we bought some fresh olives stuffed with chili and tomato.

So moving along the wine section , where the wines are finely presented on a very lively table covers that make the wine stand out from the rest.. It was a good tactic to attract would be buyers.. Of course we had a taste of the wine and it was really nice.

Above all it was busy morning for us.. having sampled some products and came home satisfied because we watched Gordon Ramsay cooked...

TOYS.........

Toys..... Toys.... Toys.....

Its half yearly clearance SALE,, the best way to buy classic toys for kids..

I love buying them toys especially when they are good...

My boy is into techno toys at the moment. Last Christmas we gave him Robotic toy / Spidersapien,, he loved it so much,,& his 5th birthday he got a Tyrannosapien he's so pre occupied  and  enjoys playing with it..

Play is a very serious matter for our children, Toys can improve  their social interaction, memory and imagination. So some simple tips that I can share is to consider your childs age,  benefits that the toy can give them like  perception, exploration , good for their fine motor skill, creativity, problem solving  and social language ..

That is why it is difficult to know what to look for in a toy especially when you are surrounded by walls of gadgets and toys in the shops... Sometimes what I do is to browse around the net to find what are which toys can give my kids plenty of fun and be beneficial for them,, whether if it is a Stuffed animals, action figures, electronic toys or building sets... so do your homework and look around to find a better choice,, research  and compare because there are endless choices. 

For me, when my kids are happy then I  am Happy too...

Happy shopping.....