Shopping alone phobia

I had a conversation with my home mates today. That makes up my sis, mom and maid. I asked thm if they would like to go out shopping alone or with someone. All of them replied that they would rather go out with someone. I was expecting this answer but still I felt I will be able to find someone who share the same view as mine.

 I love to go out alone. I mean, not all the time but mostly. I prefer the shopping aspect to be truly a personal experience. As long as I can remember, I have been like that. Am I an introvert? Yes, to a certain extent. That does not mean that if you out me in the middle of a class of 100 and demand a presentation, I’d break into sweat. Nope. Not at all. I love the attention I get as well. But somehow, shopping is my own private area.

 Any type of shopping, be it for clothes, groceries, perfumes. I prefer this as I want to make my own decisions. Not get influenced into buying something because the other person feels so. Also, I prefer the exploring part. I love to try on the things I feel like trying on, without any eyes prying on me to tell me later that I made the wrong or the bad choice. And I window shop quite a lot. Why waste someone else’s time as well should they have obliged to come with me rather than want to come with me? I do not like to rush with the shopping as my experience has been such that whenever I got out with someone, they have a deadline to catch or someone to meet. Well, I do not want the disappointment that comes with that. And the list goes on as to why I prefer shopping alone.

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Bulimia

Bulimia is a particular eating disorder where the victim indulges in excessive eating and purging. They indulge in foods that are fattening and high in calories; even if they are not hungry. This is followed by the feeling of guilt accompanied by attempting to remove the food from their body through methods such as vomiting.

Bulimia nervosa is different from anorexic nervosa in one aspect. Bulimics indulge in food while anorexic do the opposite. Bulimics and Anorexics mostly display similar symptoms.

In America itself, the number of bulimics would fall within the range of 2%-6%. Percentage wise, this may seem to be a small number. However, if you translate that to the actual amount, it can add up to quite a big number.

 Read more : http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/658591/bulimic_nervosa.html

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1st world “Glaucoma Day” – 6th March 2008

I was browsing through the “Mind your body” insert in today’s Straits times when I came across this ad on Glaucoma.  It mentioned about the public talks and eye screening timings at various eye clinics islanwide, Singapore. Curious, as I wear glasses myself,  I did a little research on it.

Follow the link to a comprehensive feature on this disease. http://www.healthscout.com/ency/68/139/main.html.

And if you are residing in Singapore, don’t forget to attend should you be curious as well.

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Thought of the day :D

In this world, “Thank You,” “Please,” “Sorry” has all become non existent in families. When was the last time you said any one them to your close ones? And have you noticed how freely we tend to use these words in the outside world. Be it friends or colleagues. We are never shy from using a “Thank you” or “Please” to the circle outside family. Why is this?

 Why do we take family for granted? Is it because there is a definite relationship? Say it or not, our spouse and kids will be there anyways. Is it because they mean less to us? Is it because we just can’t be bothered? Is it because it is their duty to do whatever they do for us? Is it because we think they do not need the recognition?

Say a word of thanks to your wife when she serves you dinner. You may not mean it but that gesture itself would mean a lot to your spouse.

Say a word of apology to your kids if you shout at them. You may not mean this but it would make a great difference for your child.

Please make yourself a promise; to always treasure your family. 

 Wahi… with lots of love and Thanks 😀

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Forecast : 29 feb 2008

If you’re still holding on to some hurt feelings or leftover issues from your past, today is the day that you need to move past them. They are clouding your thinking and causing you to think things about someone in your life right now that simply aren’t true. Are you judging someone based on the actions of someone else? This person’s role in your life is potentially very important, so you need to spend time with them today and give them the chance to show you who they really are.

Source : Yahoo, Astrology.com

This is the first time I am seeing something that is every bit true. Usually I get crappy forecasts; eaning they don’t seem to make any connection anywhere in my life. Neither do they even seem to unfold… Haha… Now don’t start contemplating that I do this all the time. Today is 29th Feb! and yea, Occassionally I do glance through after the day is over to see if anything did happen as stated… But today, it just stole the words of my inner heart… hmm… Astrolgy forecasts do hit the bulls eye once in a blue moon 😀

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Pacman : I missed you!

I was playing the age old game today when I realised I knew nothing about the game actually :D.

..::Pacman::..

How many of us have grown up with this game!… I used to play this almost everyday. It used be one of the incentives to completing my homework before dinner time. Those were the times :D. And casually, I did a google search and rediscovered that age old experience again!!! Man am I excited!!!!

Like everything else, Pacman has also reinvented itelf. Classic Pacman can be played at http://www.thepcmanwebsite.com/media/pacman_flash/

And while we are at it, let’s get to know some history of this addictive and close-to-heart companion : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pacman

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Freelancing : Are you ready yet!

 Fire you boss!

Freelancing is the “in” thing now. 

What makes this more attractive! Well, a handsome income, a no-long-term commitment policy, flexibility as to when you want to work, where you want to work and no need to face your “boss” (for the shy joobseekers’). Plus many interesting opportunities/ projects.

Many options are available. All you need is an internet connection to get started. If you know how to write, or you are well versed in software development or coding perse you have a gr8! career waiting for you. Well, you never know what you may find. Have a look around and find some extra income as you go and have fun!

Some sites you may be interested are listed below. Good Luck and yes… do drop me a comment should you find something interesting after you have visited these sites. Thanks. 😀

Starting with my favorite:

http://www.getafreelancer.com/affiliates/wahi/

www.Bizreef.com

www.Elance.com

www.Odesk.com

www.freelancefree.com

An interesting site I found while searching for some resources. Full Time freelancing : 10 things learned in 180 days. Do have a read. 😀

http://www.cameronmoll.com/archives/000643.html

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..::When you lie::..

When you lie

when you lie, do you realise it could ruin someone’s life?

when you lie, do you hear the shatter of someone’s heart?

when you lie, do you see the tears in someone’s eyes?

when you lie, do you feel the despair in someone’s hope?

when you lie, do you taste the bitterness of someone’s  dream?

when you lie, you lie

but when you lie, someone is in company with you

not with you, because of you…

                                                 wahi

A lie could be a route of escape or a means of getting something, for you.  However, it could have greater implications on others. Truth, although hard to handle or bitter, a person who speaks the truth need not remember what he has told others as the info would be the same. Be truthful, if not for yourself, for others. Thank you.

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Golden Friday

Just when I was starting to feel depressed, I get a call from an angel…

Hi miss… would you able to come down for an interview on friday?…. oh yes!… finally after weeks of endurance for a dream job.. I manage to land myself an interview….

Then again another call followed soon after with the same tone. Oh wow! 2 inerviews. And what a coincidence! Both on the same day at the same building with a difference of 5 stories.

Could this be a turning point in my life.  A magical Friday is about to unfold or is it a Good Wednesday for me instead.  Allah knows and he knows best!

Let’s wait and see 😀

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