Yummy Great American Seafood Recipe

I have always loved eating at fast food chains even before. The taste of American foods stuck in me that I want to munch on any of them every now and then. As I was searching for great American recipe to cook at home, I stumbled upon www.GreatAmericanSeafoodCookOff.com which states that, "Enter to Win". Of course, I got interested and wondered if I could also join the contest. It's so easy though by casting your vote for your favorite recipe.

My interest become intense when I read through a list of great American seafood recipes. I told myself that it's so timely since I was really looking for a yummy dish for dinner. And voila! I found the right one to satisfy my taste as well as the whole family. It's what you call as the "Texas Gulf Shrimp," a recipe of Chef Mark Holley. As you all know, I love the taste of shrimp especially the big ones from one province here in Bicol.

Yep, I always go for the seafoods than meat. So if I were to choose, I'd more likely have seafood dish than fatty meaty ones. Aside from it's healthy for the family, the taste is no doubt to be excellent. I won't miss cooking this recipe. The ingredients is so easy to find. I was even attracted of the way it was presented so I guess just by looking at it, I know how much my family would crave for it. I might also add something to make it more yummylicious.

So gals and guys out there, let's take time for cook off. I know you always have the heart for foods. Why not grab the chance of visiting the site just like what I did? It's something that your family would remember everytime, bragging you to cook for more even everyday.

Oops! Before you do the cook off, take time to vote for your favorite recipe as it will give you a chance of winning the New Orleans prize package. Goodluck to all of us!

Happy seafood munching!

How To Make $50 Last 10 Days

How many times has someone advised you to budget your money? Managing a budget doesn't sound fun; however, neither does starving!

So how can you make your funds last longer? It's easier to manage your money and live within a budget than have to run all over campus trying to remember from whom you borrowed cash.

Instead of thinking about how much $50 can buy you and what to spend it on, think about making that money do the work for you. Try taking this challenge with a friend and see who can most effectively and efficiently manage $50 in 10 days.

Girls love guys who know how to manage their money wisely. Instead of buying video games and complaining they are too broke to go out, they are able afford a dinner and movie with friends on a weekend.

Guys love girls who don't blow their budget on a weekend shopping spree. As a budgeting college student in my third year at Colorado State University, I have experienced the benefits of learning to manage money. I have also tried the $50 money management challenge on my own.

Meals: Food is expensive, especially if you are eating fast food or dining out all the time. It's the 1 o'clock in the morning pizza delivery and that quick snack at the student center that can eat a hole in your wallet. Set aside $20-$25 for your 10 days and go to the grocery store.

Save big bucks by shopping with a list of items that you need. Using the local grocery store savings card, which is free to sign up for, gives you lots of deals. Start buying generic brands when you go to the store; this will help you save some money.

Clipping coupons might seem like a tedious task, but if it saves you $5 at the store, it will allow you to chip in for that 1 a.m. pizza on a Friday night. It's the 8 a.m. class that causes you to run to Starbucks for that $2.50 cup of chai tea. You can get 10 cups of chai tea every morning for the same amount if you made it at home. Understand that you can't cut out all your wants. But try going to Starbucks just once a week instead.

With $25 here is what I did. I bought things that would last for a couple of weeks and were easy to make, like pasta for dinner and sandwich stuff for lunch, but the Snickers bar at the checkout line was a buy I had to make. Nutrition is important, but if Raman Noodles sounds good for dinner one night, then stock up on that six-for-a-$1 deal.

Gasoline: A car is a big part of a college student's life. Set aside $10 for gas for your car in those 10 days. I know what you're thinking: $10 won't fill up your car, but it's not supposed to.

Shop around for gas prices; don't go to the first gas station you see. Research different gas prices, and then go to the least expensive. Earlier this year in Northern Colorado, prices were up to 12 cents higher per gallon at some stations than at others. It doesn't seem like much, but it can make a difference over time.

Use the car only for necessities like getting to and from work. Walk to school, take the local bus and catch a ride home with someone when going home for those needed weekends. A car should be seen as a last resort. If it's too far to walk, or the snow is past your knees, then drive.

Entertainment: Universities and college towns are famous for offering great entertainment at low prices. All you need is $15 to make the weekend worth your while. Use your student ID card for a free ticket to a Friday night football or basketball game.

For your Saturday night, rent a video for $4 instead of going to the movies for $8. However, if you just have to go to that new Adam Sandler movie, bring your student ID and get a discount.

Share a drink for $3 with your date; it's more romantic anyway. Free concerts and school productions make for a fun evening without having to spend any money. These types of events are advertised in your college campus newspaper, or even the local newspaper that you can use for free at the library. Get a group together and see what events are being held on campus.

Keep in mind that money management equals resource management. Budgeting can prevent you from having to munch on stale potato chips when your food money runs out early. Don't spend the last two months of the semester scanning the sidewalks for loose change.

You Had Me at Hello

It’s been weeks of waiting for the most-awaited movie of the year. Yes, whether it’s a suspense thriller movie or a love story, you can always count me in. I love every single line muttered by the characters especially this line, “You had me at hello…” Have you heard this line? Well, the line can really tickle one of us especially those who can relate to the story.

And I’ve got good news to movie freaks like me. You got to watch the Ultimate Flirting Championship where you’ll get to know more about the famous Victory Hair.

Don’t miss your chance of watching all these by logging in at www.VO5VictoryHair.com. You could also play the Extreme Style by VO5 Ultimate Flirting Championship.

When you do, would you mind to tell us how the play went on? You might also want to share your experience at the Championship.

10 Random Things About Me

Here's the rule for this tag:

Once you have been tagged, you have to write a blog with 10 weird, random things, facts, habits, or goals about yourself. At the end, choose 10 people to be tagged, listing their names and why you chose them. Don't forget to leave them a comment ("You're it") and ask them to read your blog. You can't tag the person who tagged you.

Now, here's my list:

1. I am a work-at-home mom now, doing three roles everyday: freelancer, nanny, housekeeper

2. I always love to be busy, especially if it gives me more "moolah", lolz!

3. I have a sweet tooth...name it, and I'll surely bite them all! yummy!

4. My heart is for the unfortunate ones so I feel like helping whenever I have much for myself.

5. I am a detail-oriented person, so expect me to have my documents and stuffs organized, even important conversation saved in a file. (ebidenxa!)

6. I am friendly, but B-E-W-A-R-E! When I get hurt, I won't let it pass until I get even (An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth) Sorry...

7. I am a dreamer...I want to be a CPA, Interior Designer, Web Designer, Lawyer and NBI agent, but my ultimate dream is to become R-I-C-H!!!

8. I got pregnant at the age of 20 to a cute and smart 'lil boy. I love you my prince!

9. I am uber meticulous when it comes to the tiniest detail at home. I want everything to be organized, arranged in a way that satisfies my eyes, even curtains should flow into place, etc.

10. I may be merciful, but not to arrogant peeps! As long as I am RIGHT, I won't allow you to step on me, ever!