Emotional intelligence
I’m not sure how it is calculated. But if there’s someway to measure it, I would definitely get a low or the lowest score. LOL! I am emotional and afraid to admit it could lead me to something not good. My emotions sometimes prevail over situations that need mature judgment. My emotions had led me to some unpleasant situations in the past and I haven’t got over some of those issues until now. I’m a cry baby and easily affected by the slightest thing or situation that happen before my eyes. I’m just thankful that my husband is always there to support me and offer a shoulder to cry on. Some friends are also there for me when the load is too heavy to bear. Ang bigat naman ng post na ito. LOL! On a positive note, mababaw naman ang happiness ko, friends from way back can attest to that. 
What is your EI Quotient? Try the short test that I saw here to find out. 
Fresh-market strawberries
I’ve been looking for fresh-market strawberries for weeks now, but fruit stand owners said they couldn’t place an order because they are expensive and delivery from Benguet and Baguio (where strawberries are only grown) rarely arrives. I bought this two packs a few months ago for P100 or more than $2. I really miss eating strawberries. I think I know where to buy them, but its quite far from our place. 
Benefits: Strawberries are rich in vitamin C, phytonutrients and antioxidants – known to cancer-causing cells. It also provides a good source of vitamin K, manganese, folic acid, potassium, riboflavin, vitamin B5, copper, magnesium, and omega-3 fatty acids (Internet)
Silent, but sure killers
Asbestos mesothelioma is one of the incurable diseases that can afflict a person exposed to asbestos for an extended period. The other diseases are asbestosis or pulmonary fibrosis, calcified pleural plaques, lung cancer, pleural thickening and laryngeal cancer.
Five years ago local health and environmental experts have warned that the country would experience the peak of asbestos-related deaths 10 to 50 years from now if asbestos use is not abated. Asbestos is considered one of the most toxic chemicals being used for industrial purposes.
The products known to contain asbestos include fiber cement boards, packaging materials, gaskets, and friction and mechanical parts such as brake and clutch. Some major building projects such as malls, gasoline stations, airports, and several condominium projects use fiber cement boards.
While 40 countries have already ban asbestos use, Metro Manila-based companies are still importing an estimated 4,000 metric tons of asbestos for the local manufacturing and distribution of various asbestos-containing products.
There have been efforts by the government to regulate the importation, manufacture and use of asbestos and the storage, transport and disposal of their wastes. However, the order was not strictly enforced because of the government’s limited manpower and technological deficiency.
Bad case of cold
I’m not feeling well since yesterday. I have runny nose, weepy eyes and occasional sneezing. I’m afraid I might transfer the virus to my kids who will have their monthly test on Thursday and Friday. They can’t afford to miss school so I need to exercise extra care so they wouldn’t catch a cold. I have taken a cold medicine and supposed to be resting early, but here I am still banging on my poor keyboard so I could meet my work deadline. Anyway, since I’m under the weather, my reliable hubby is always there to the rescue. He doesn’t need testosterone booster to wash our clothes and iron our kids’ uniform this evening. My ever understanding husband even washed the plates and utensils after dinner. Even when I’m not sick, hubby is always there to help around the house. I’m such a lucky wife. Achoo!
Easier said than done
I’m amazed at the willpower of some women who can follow the best weight loss plan without starving themselves. I personally know active moms who triumph over obesity by observing certain dieting technique.
For me losing weight is a lot easier said than done. I’ve tried dieting on banana and oatmeal for two weeks and I can say I’ve shed a pound or two. I didn’t continue though because there were occasions when I couldn’t resist eating carbohydrate-laden food. I’m a rice person so I’m back to my old ways of binging on rice and my favorite viand.
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