Bundle Up, Stay Safe and Warm

The thought of having below 28 degrees of temperature while living here in Florida is exciting. Today, we get to experience that and most of my friends are wishing of rain so that; we will get to experience snow but, that's not happening though. As I went outside, the sun is shining so bright, the wind is chilling to the bones and yap, we need to bundle up since we are not used to this temperature.

It was 17 degrees below freezing so; here is the frozen bayou but, it's thin ice though.

There was two gators down the water but, it's not visible on the picture.
They're not moving and they hate cold. The bird is teasing them lol.

Here is the close caption on the water. It's fascinating to see ice.

These are snowflakes on the top of the car.

I braved myself to have this photo taken without my coat and mittens on.
 It lasted few seconds and I was freezing.
My hands were numb , silly me.

The bayou and it was frozen with thin ice.

The sun is shining but, it was still very cold.

It was 7AM , cold and breezy.

I went closer and took a photo of the frozen fountain.
I took few shots and ran inside the car to keep me warm.
Wooo! It was freezing cold!

I live in Mississippi and Florida so; having a below freezing temperature is quiet an exciting experience. Other than that, I am happy that our temperature is not brutally cold. Though we have a scorching summer, I am totally happy for that. Less hassle and most of all, we get to enjoy the beach most of the time. Buddle up you guys and stay safe and warm!

What Size of Snowboard is Right for You?

When the winter months arrive, it may be time to put away the longboards and skateboards. But that does not mean you have to go without boarding altogether. Instead, look at it as a time to visit your skate shops in Georgia for snowboard gear. In addition to the boots and bindings, you may wish to look into helmets (especially if you plan on stunting), goggles, stomp pads, snowboard bags, wax, snow pants, and other snow gear. But one of the most important parts of your purchase is the board itself. Determining what size of board you will need depends upon a number of different factors.

Height and Width

If this is your first time hitting the slopes as a boarder, it may be best to follow the traditional height formula for picking out your board. It is recommended that the overall height of your snowboard is about 88% to 91% of your own height. Do you have little time for measuring yourself and computing the math? Then you can try the chin measurement. Usually, a board that falls right under the chin of the rider will be about the correct height. When it comes to the width of your board, consider your shoe size. If you have smaller feet, a wide board is going to be hard to maneuver, while bigger feet may get in the way of a rider on a narrow board. The weight of the rider also comes somewhat into play, with a longer board being recommended for a higher weight, and a shorter board for riders of lighter weight. Because weight distribution tends to be different depending on your gender, it is also recommended that you choose a board that is meant specifically for your gender, although unisex boards are available.

Terrain and Style

Many of the ski resorts in the Rocky Mountains boast the offer of natural powder, whereas in the Eastern United States, icy conditions are more common. Although it will mostly come down to your personal preference, a longer board may offer better speed in powder, while a short board may have better control on slippery surfaces. But if you are interested in a specific type of boarding, you may forgo most of these recommendations altogether. People who are more interested in racing and faster boarding, for example, will usually be looking for a longer board. If you are more into half pipes, jumps, and other stunts, then a shorter board is usually best. If you are still not sure what to look for in choosing your snowboard, consult a sales person at your skate shops in Georgia.

The Holiday Pyro Musical 2013

I snagged these photos from my brother's album in Facebook but, of course with permission. This is the third set taken from his photography collection. The Holiday Pyro Musical 2013 was a blast with awesome spectacle of lights. Now, most of us love to watch the fireworks and as the year 2013 comes to an end, I am happy to share to all of you the these beautiful fireworks display.

Fred Nobillos Photography

Fred Nobillos Photography

Fred Nobillos Photography

Fred Nobillos Photography

Fred Nobillos Photography

Fred Nobillos Photography

Fred Nobillos Photography

Fred Nobillos Photography

Fred Nobillos Photography

Fred Nobillos Photography

I hope you enjoyed viewing the photos. If you plan to do fireworks in your neighborhood to celebrate the New Year please keep it safe. Thank you for stopping by in my blog! Happy New Year to each and everyone of you.

Successfully Searching through UCM Apartments

When you are making the transition from high school to college, there can be a lot of exciting and scary decisions to make. One very important decision you need to make is where you want to live. You’ll need to find student housing that is close to your college so that you can quickly and easily commute to your classes, but what other considerations do you need to take into account when picking out an apartment? It is important to find the right place so that you can have a successful transition into college life. Here are some factors you should consider when you are looking at different UCM apartments.

Picking a Price Range

With your limited budget and whole new set of financial responsibilities, you want to be careful about how much you are committing to spend on your monthly housing costs. You should realistically consider how much you’ll be spending on groceries, school supplies, entertainment, gas, etc., in order to determine how much you can afford to spend on housing. Come up with a realistic price range for housing that will fit your budget so that you can limit your housing search to apartments that fit inside your price range.

Picking Someplace Safe with Space

Having a housing budget doesn’t mean that you should simply pick the cheapest housing you can find. If you just move into the cheapest housing, you may find yourself quickly regretting that decision. There are some housing qualities that you will (and should) pay a little more for. The first is safety. You need to make sure that the housing you pick is not only close to campus, but also in a safe neighborhood. Saving some money on rent is not worth risking your safety or your peace of mind. For this reason, you may need to be willing to spend a little more to get yourself a place somewhere that is more highly populated in a safe neighborhood. The next housing factor to consider is the space you want. You can choose either to share your room with a roommate or pay a little more to have a private room. While having a roommate can be great for your social activity, if you think you need more privacy to be successful in your studies, then you will want to spend more and look for UMC apartments that offer private rooms.

At the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

Okay, let us explore NASA's Kennedy Space Center today. I just open my folder and picked these photos. If you are a frequent visitor of this blog, you have known by now that we live just about 10 minutes away from #KSC. My husband and I can go there any day and anytime we want. For less than $60, Floridians will get to enjoy a pass which is good for 1 year. That's fabulous right?

These machines are great help to speed up on purchasing a ticket.
On a busy day though, these ticket machines ain't enough to accommodate the guests
but, there's no problem with that. There is a ticket counter across this area.

If you are in Orlando and visiting Disney World,
spare a day and visit Kennedy Space Center for an exciting Educational tour.

One of the amazing attractions here in Kennedy Space Center is the Atlantis.
OMG! It's my favorite especially the video showing and the grand entrance to the showroom.

At the front of Atlantis attraction in Kennedy Space Center. The $100 million home of the Atlantis.

This dancing fountain is located near the ticket center outside of the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.

A shot of the US flag with the Atlantis icon on the background.

The spacious parking lot. Each area is named after an Astronaut.

Outside of the Kennedy Space Center Complex.

The view heading to the entrance and ticket center of the Kennedy Space Center.

This is the entrance to the Kennedy Space Center.

One of the restaurants inside the Kennedy Space Center.

On this particular day, we were headed to the Atlantis attraction.

This year has been an exciting year for us. We get the chance to visit Kennedy Space Center more often because we have a yearly pass. We usually stayed an hour or two and come back the next time to check out other attractions. We were able to watch quiet a few rocket launch in the Space Coast. One time we did watch a rocket launch in KSC in the Apollo Saturn V Center area. I believe it is indeed the best viewing area for rocket launch of the Canaveral Air Station. That's all for now friends. Thank you so much for visiting my blog as always. Have a safe and Happy New Year!

Amazing Photos: Holiday Pyro Musical in CDO

Remember the photographs I posted here: Amazing Photos: Steel Wool Photography? Well, he is back and here are the collections he snapped during the Holiday Pyro Musical taken in Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

Fred Nobillos Photography

Fred Nobillos Photography

Fred Nobillos Photography

Fred Nobillos Photography

Fred Nobillos Photography

Fred Nobillos Photography

For those of you who sent an email, private message and comment inquiring and proposing for a possible interview regarding his photography, I regret to inform you that he is not available at this time. He is thankful and appreciate the communication you sent his way.

Don’t Let a Bad Vacation Experience Ruin Your Business

When you are in a business that has the opportunity of making people’s dreams come true or dashing their hopes into oblivion, it is important to have the right outlook and protection. Travel agent insurance can help make sure that your business is protected from the possibilities that something goes wrong during a person’s once-in-a-lifetime trip.

The Vacation of a Lifetime

As a customer service oriented business, it is nice if a travel agency can make things right when something goes wrong. The problem is that by the time anyone knows that anything is wrong, it is too late to make it right, and the person who experiences the inconvenience has his or her vacation ruined.

You cannot help it if you signed a person up to see penguins in Antarctica, and the business that is leading the expedition goes bankrupt. Nor can you help if the person goes on the trip and ends up breaking a leg. Unfortunately, even with waivers and clearly understood rules, the person may hold you responsible for the terrible trip and the expenses incurred. If the person does, he or she will tell all of their friends on social media, and may even file a lawsuit.

In the Courtroom

Even if the case is without merit, you will still foot the lawyers’ fees for your company. That may be enough to drive you out of business. Lawyers are not cheap, especially if you have to hire the best one to make sure that your company’s rights are not trampled on by a sad story.

That makes having travel agent insurance a no-brainer. The right insurance can help insulate your company against the unexpected while still providing those you serve with a modicum of help when it comes to making a ruined vacation a little more right. While the people who will sue are few and far between, the wrong lawsuit can be devastating for everyone involved including the business and those who work for it. Letting the insurance company take the brunt of the problem helps keep morale and the possibility of the company remaining in business high.

Awe-Inspiring Photos

I call these awe-inspiring photos taken in the neighborhood last Sunday. I love looking up the sky. It somehow ease my pain and disappointments. Come on, I am not different from you. I am happy and contented with life but, I have moments too. Instead of posting my rants in Facebook, I will just sigh up in the heavens.


First ,7th and 9th Photos - taken at State Road 407 , Florida

2nd, 8th and 3rd Photos - taken in our neighborhood

4th, 5th and 6th Photos - taken along Indian River, Merritt Island FL

 

God answers prayers

in the way

that is best for us.

The Gorgeous Florida #Sunset

I love taking photos of sunset. I am using my Samsung camera in taking these gorgeous photos. I am always seated on the passenger's seat so; I am free to take a snapshot. Yes, we are on mobile at 60mph so; I am pretty much contented with these photos.

This was taken along State Road 407 as we were heading to Orlando from Cocoa Florida.

The weather was so nice, cool and breezy.

On a bad weather, this road will be battered with heavy rains and hail.

The winter time here in Florida is truly remarkable! We still have 85 degrees sometimes but, mostly it's below 75 with cooler temperature.

If you plan to escape the cold temperature up north, come to Florida and enjoy a nice swim at the Florida Beach. I hope you will have an inspiring weekend. Thanks for stopping by. Merry Christmas.

The Importance of Drug and Alcohol Treatment

People with drug or alcohol addictions often have some unhealthy thinking patterns. They are very good at convincing themselves and others that they don’t need help. They often deny that there is a problem at all and when confronted with it, they claim they could stop if they wanted. All of these things, unfortunately, prevent many addicts from seeking help. But treatment from places like www.pbinstitute.com is so important when it comes to dealing with an addiction. Here are some of the reasons to consider seeking treatment if you find yourself addicted to substances.

Can’t Do It Alone

You may think you can handle your demons on your own, but chances are you won’t be able to. Not because you aren’t strong enough as a person, but because addiction is just one of those things that is best dealt with while a support system and other help surrounds you. Being in treatment will help you stay accountable for your actions. It will give you a chance to get feedback and advice from other people. It will also force you to detox and stay away from those substances at least during your stay at treatment. Going to treatment gives you a chance to do all of these things without the pressure of doing it all on your own. Seeking help doesn’t mean you’re weak; it simply means you are smart enough to know you can’t do it alone.

Therapy

Most people feel as though they don’t need therapy, but in reality, most everyone can benefit from therapy in their life. This is especially true for people with addictions. Therapy can help you talk things out. It will help make things clear for you. In therapy, you will also work on changing your negative thinking patterns and behaviors. Learning to recognize these things and figuring out ways to change them can change your whole outlook on life. Therapy can help you get there. When you go to a treatment facility like the one at www.pbinstitute.com, you will likely receive individual therapy, group therapy, and if needed, family therapy. Admitting you need help is always hard, but it will be worth it in the end.