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		<title>Miss u</title>
		<link>http://www.dahlfez.com/2010/04/16/miss-u/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 17 Apr 2010 03:14:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>dahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sometimes it really is annoying when you are alone lying on your patio cushions trying to relax after one busy day but all you can think about is something else that is less relaxing! I just want to be able to relax with no worries and nothing to think about! I am trying to just [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sometimes it really is annoying when you are alone lying on your <a href="http://www.cushionconnection.com/">patio cushions</a> trying to relax after one busy day but all you can think about is something else that is less relaxing! I just want to be able to relax with no worries and nothing to think about! I am trying to just think about something wonderful but nothing came in my mind . Oh by the way, I have to see someone next week and I do hope that it will go according to my wishes! As I am writing this I am loving the song from TLC &#8220;I miss you so Much&#8221; It&#8217;s been a long time since I heard it and I am glad I popped in the CD and reminisce the old times!<br />
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		<title>Boring Day</title>
		<link>http://www.dahlfez.com/2010/01/15/boring-day/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:59:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>dahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I haven&#8217;t done anything today other than fixing my computer. I had to clean my computer so I used the recovery disk to reset it to the factory setting. I didn&#8217;t add a  lot of stuff but only the important ones. I am happy that my Internet connection is steady after I removed all the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright" title="Image from Photobucket" src="http://i422.photobucket.com/albums/pp307/dahlfez/miao.gif" alt="" width="100" height="100" /> I haven&#8217;t done anything today other than fixing my computer. I had to clean my computer so I used the recovery disk to reset it to the factory setting. I didn&#8217;t add a  lot of stuff but only the important ones. I am happy that my Internet connection is steady after I removed all the junk in my Local Disk (C:) and that gave me a lot of empty space probably why it&#8217;s running fast and smoothly.</p>
<p>I still need to do a lot of stuff at home like cleaning my windows. I have these old blinds installed but the sun still bothers me especially if I am watching TV. I need new <a href="http://www.selectblinds.com">blinds</a> and also a new set of curtains for my dining room.I also need to go to the improvement store to get some of those window weatherstrips coz I can feel cold air coming from it! I don&#8217;t have any $$ saved up for the window replacement yet but I am hoping I will have enough once I get my tax refund. Window replacement is where all that money will be spent.</p>
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		<title>Stitch</title>
		<link>http://www.dahlfez.com/2010/01/06/stitch/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 08:08:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>dahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome to the year 2010! I am very happy that I am able to celebrate the New Year with my whole family safely and  in good health! I am wishing for more blessings to come this year. I am planning to be more active this year and as well as be tidy and mostly, I [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright" title="Image from Photobucket" src="http://i422.photobucket.com/albums/pp307/dahlfez/Cross_stitch.gif" alt="" width="68" height="64" />Welcome to the year 2010! I am very happy that I am able to celebrate the New Year with my whole family safely and  in good health! I am wishing for more blessings to come this year. I am planning to be more active this year and as well as be tidy and mostly, I really want to be nicer this year. Not that I am saying I am mean but I just want to be nicer to everybody not only this year but hopefully for as long as I live.  I also want to do a lot of projects this year and as well as finish some like my kitchen. I need to repaint the wall, put back-splash, install a new <a href="http://www.kitchensinkoutlet.com">kitchen sink</a> and buy a new freezer. I also need to finish my cross-stitch project . It&#8217;s been 2 years since I left it in a drawer and I really need to finish it before next Christmas since it&#8217;s something about Christmas season. I will encourage myself to do all these thing and hopefully to finish all of these before the end of the year.</p>
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		<title>New Desk</title>
		<link>http://www.dahlfez.com/2009/10/11/new-desk/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2009 12:22:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>dahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[One thing I would like is to have my own office space at home. I do like to get online to so my work with privacy and comfort just like a home office. I also would like to have office furniture that is comfortable and affordable that will make my home office a good environment [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright" title="Image from Photobucket" src="http://i422.photobucket.com/albums/pp307/dahlfez/45782_PE142129_S4.jpg" alt="" width="96" height="96" />One thing I would like is to have my own office space at home. I do like to get online to so my work with privacy and comfort just like a home office. I also would like to have <strong><a href="http://www.ofconcepts.com">office furniture</a></strong> that is comfortable and affordable that will make my home office a good environment to work.  I am really tired of what I got and my home office is not very inviting nor inspiring. I really need a new desk and chair for mine is about to fall apart.</p>
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		<title>Safety</title>
		<link>http://www.dahlfez.com/2009/08/05/safety/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 19:57:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>dahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Taking care of our elderly is not only right but also a noble thing to do. We all live in a society where Nursing Homes and Assisted homes are the places we can ship our aging parents or grandparents but you can also make a choice to serve them and take care of them just [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft" title="Image from independenthome.com" src="http://i422.photobucket.com/albums/pp307/dahlfez/royal1.gif" alt="" width="160" height="107" />Taking care of our elderly is not only right but also a noble thing to do. We all live in a society where Nursing Homes and Assisted homes are the places we can ship our aging parents or grandparents but you can also make a choice to serve them and take care of them just like what they did to you when you were younger. Taking care of an elder relative is not hard to do, in fact you can even make your home a safe home for them too along with a good company and love from family. Starting is easier than you think, let&#8217;s start with their bed,you can get them one that is not too high for them so they won&#8217;t fall , you can even purchase one with bed-rails if needed, also there&#8217;s a lot of  <strong><a href="http://www.independenthome.com">walk in tubs</a></strong> that you can purchase from different styles and prices. If you are working at different hours you may hire a CNA to watch over your love ones while you were out. Taking care of you aging family might be challenging but is is also rewarding. Give back the love they once showered you, it&#8217;s what they need the most at this point of their life. </p>
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		<title>Curb Appeal</title>
		<link>http://www.dahlfez.com/2009/07/09/curb-appeal/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2009 17:40:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>dahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the most significant factor of home value is your curb appeal,yes many of us believed that outside beauty is not what&#8217;s important. That might applied in human beauty but in keeping up your investment such as your house, outside beauty is as important as inside beauty for home investment. You need to plan [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft" src="http://i422.photobucket.com/albums/pp307/dahlfez/guide_outdoor_lighting_main.jpg" alt="" width="160" height="128" /> One of the most significant factor of home value is your curb appeal,yes many of us believed that outside beauty is not what&#8217;s important. That might applied in human beauty but in keeping up your investment such as your house, outside beauty is as important as inside beauty for home investment.</p>
<p>You need to plan how it looks and appeals from the outside to appreciate more what&#8217;s on the inside. When planning your landscape, it is important to plan it according to the size of your landscape. You don&#8217;t want it to be stuffed with perennials and other plants. Subtle yet classy is what you should aim for. You can add flower bearing plants, perennials, wild flowers or even fruit bearing trees. The key is not to over-stuff your space with whatever you want, you may choose to add some of the mentioned options above . Like I said, depending on your landscape size you can put less or more.</p>
<p>Also don&#8217;t forget to beautify your landscape with some ornamental materials like a small fountain &amp; classy figurines. Don&#8217;t forget to illuminate your landscape with beautiful lighting. You can choose from different styles and from different brands, make sure to look for  <strong><a href="http://www.lightingshowplace.com/search/outdoor-lighting">outdoor lighting sale</a></strong> going on, you can save money while shopping to beautify your home. If you want to add  lights on the entry door, get a light that is not too bright. You don&#8217;t want to blind your guest  plus, it is not good to look at.  Like I said, make it simple, illuminate the landscape gently not too bright and once it&#8217;s there, maintain it with cleanliness .</p>
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