One time I tried this cleanse...let's just say it didn't go too well. I couldn't stand the drops that went into the water. GAG. So let's just say I didn't get through the cleanse. Yet everybody that I know that goes through it just has the most amazing experience!
I've read some other reviews, such as the colonix reviews, to see what it can do. Maybe because it's in pill form, it would be easier to deal with?
But the other interesting thing is that my husband has gone through a couple of colonoscopies. They drink this nasty liquid and basically makes you a volcano on the wrong end while you sit on the toilet and expel everything out of your system before they stick a camera inside of you. He likes to stay awake and see what the camera is seeing...and basically, his insides are clear. So he thinks cleanses are a bit of a lie.
So I'm not sure. I feel pretty good...so I don't think I really need it.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Wrinkles
Getting older isn't always fun. It's true...I'm seeing the big crow's feet by my eyes. And some smaller wrinkles around my face. I always mocked products that have Q13 or whatever enzyme in the cream to decrease the look of wrinkles. Ummm...suddenly, they're looking a little more appealing.
Someone mentioned strivectin sd. Seems like an interesting product. But it seems a bit on the expensive side. Hmmm...does the cost of the item make up for the fact that I don't want as many wrinkles?
Well, I don't know how much I'd actually fork up. I'm hoping that good genes and good skin will be in my favour.
Someone mentioned strivectin sd. Seems like an interesting product. But it seems a bit on the expensive side. Hmmm...does the cost of the item make up for the fact that I don't want as many wrinkles?
Well, I don't know how much I'd actually fork up. I'm hoping that good genes and good skin will be in my favour.
Friday, March 5, 2010
Post Olympics
Well, my time with Coca-Cola and the Olympics has come and gone. I'm in withdrawal. I started my journey with Coca-Cola during the summer of 2009. From that period on until February, I had communication from the company...but it didn't feel real. When I started my training on February 6th, only then did the journey really start for me.
And even though I knew it would be an interesting aspect of my life, I never thought it could be so amazing. For a 3 week gig, it has been the best job of my life with so many incredible experiences.
First of all, Coca-Cola really is an amazing employer. I'm sure if I stuck with them long enough, maybe I'd start seeing the "not so great stuff" that is in every workplace. But during my time with them, I was struck with how they treat their employees well so that their employees will work extra hard for them. For example, 2 buffet meals were provided to me each day while on a 10 hour shift. Ummm...we are talking about AMAZING buffets. I got free massages. Every time it was time for the next wave of guests to come through, we got great gifts to thank us on doing an amazing job with our guests in the previous wave. I had the most supportive and wonderful manager. She trusted us to do our job and never hovered. She was so amazingly supportive. And more importantly, everybody was part of a team there. No matter who I called, they graciously helped me with my questions until I got what I needed. No attitude. No painful questioning. Just pure support with a smile on their face. And I'm not kidding when EVERYBODY lived the mantra of "there is no problem here, only solutions." I even heard someone say that with a smile and then proceeded to actually find a solution to something that was difficult.
Having an amazing employer at any time in your career is rare. So I really cherish this and knowing what an incredible workplace could be like.
Secondly, I loved all the innovation that Coca-Cola has! Besides amazing products that were available, they also had amazing machines! Oh, I'm such a geek. My favourite was the FreeStyle machine. Basically, over 100+ flavours...and you can pick and choose. So my favourite to date is the Strawberry Fanta and Grape Sprite. Yeah, you get the idea. But in terms of innovation, they really are out of the box thinkers. I was at a hotel downtown, and because they wanted a unique hospitality lounge, they drained the swimming pool and built the hospitality tent OVER the pool. Functioning kitchen, bar, electricity, etc. And it was STUNNING.
Thirdly, I was in awe of the people I met. Yes, the staff were amazing...all of them with very unique stories. Many having worked previous Olympics which made them even more interesting. And the guests that I met? Well, if I were not on this program, I would never meet them in real life. Here's a small sample of folks:
* founder of Fox Productions, communications mogul for Expedia, Paramount
* famous artist
* co-founder of Black-Berry
* billionaires (yes, more than 1)
* CEOs of major corporations and magazines
* paralympians and olympic athletes that have won previous medals
* worked with a descendent of Benjamin Franklin
I could go on and on. And honestly, 99.8% were all amazing people, gracious and sweet. To hear some of their stories and just to chat with them on a regular basis was so wild for me. I know that in my regular life, I would never have a chance to meet these people.
Fourthly, I got to go to some amazing events. My favourite being the Closing Ceremonies. I was so happy to go...but I have to admit, I was incredibly sad at the same time. If there was ever a time that I wanted all my family and friends to be with me, that was definitely one of those times. It was such an incredible event that I only wanted to share with everybody I knew.
And last but not least, Coka-Cola has the biggest and most incredible parties EVER. Yes, an acrobat. Yes, a whole bar made out of ice with a special coke ice sculpture that you pour your drink into to make extra cold. Yes, amazing food. Yes, amazing entertainers.
To truly summarize my experience with Coca-Cola would be extremely difficult. As my manager said to me at training, "you will experience something that nobody else can understand except for those that have been on the program. You will be left with only amazing memories that will change your life and your outlook on life forever." I didn't quite believe her...but it's obvious she knows what she's talking about.
So, I look forward with the hopes of doing the summer olympics at London 2012 with Coca-Cola again. But if it doesn't pan out, then I am left with the bestest memories and for that, I am so grateful.
And even though I knew it would be an interesting aspect of my life, I never thought it could be so amazing. For a 3 week gig, it has been the best job of my life with so many incredible experiences.
First of all, Coca-Cola really is an amazing employer. I'm sure if I stuck with them long enough, maybe I'd start seeing the "not so great stuff" that is in every workplace. But during my time with them, I was struck with how they treat their employees well so that their employees will work extra hard for them. For example, 2 buffet meals were provided to me each day while on a 10 hour shift. Ummm...we are talking about AMAZING buffets. I got free massages. Every time it was time for the next wave of guests to come through, we got great gifts to thank us on doing an amazing job with our guests in the previous wave. I had the most supportive and wonderful manager. She trusted us to do our job and never hovered. She was so amazingly supportive. And more importantly, everybody was part of a team there. No matter who I called, they graciously helped me with my questions until I got what I needed. No attitude. No painful questioning. Just pure support with a smile on their face. And I'm not kidding when EVERYBODY lived the mantra of "there is no problem here, only solutions." I even heard someone say that with a smile and then proceeded to actually find a solution to something that was difficult.
Having an amazing employer at any time in your career is rare. So I really cherish this and knowing what an incredible workplace could be like.
Secondly, I loved all the innovation that Coca-Cola has! Besides amazing products that were available, they also had amazing machines! Oh, I'm such a geek. My favourite was the FreeStyle machine. Basically, over 100+ flavours...and you can pick and choose. So my favourite to date is the Strawberry Fanta and Grape Sprite. Yeah, you get the idea. But in terms of innovation, they really are out of the box thinkers. I was at a hotel downtown, and because they wanted a unique hospitality lounge, they drained the swimming pool and built the hospitality tent OVER the pool. Functioning kitchen, bar, electricity, etc. And it was STUNNING.
Thirdly, I was in awe of the people I met. Yes, the staff were amazing...all of them with very unique stories. Many having worked previous Olympics which made them even more interesting. And the guests that I met? Well, if I were not on this program, I would never meet them in real life. Here's a small sample of folks:
* founder of Fox Productions, communications mogul for Expedia, Paramount
* famous artist
* co-founder of Black-Berry
* billionaires (yes, more than 1)
* CEOs of major corporations and magazines
* paralympians and olympic athletes that have won previous medals
* worked with a descendent of Benjamin Franklin
I could go on and on. And honestly, 99.8% were all amazing people, gracious and sweet. To hear some of their stories and just to chat with them on a regular basis was so wild for me. I know that in my regular life, I would never have a chance to meet these people.
Fourthly, I got to go to some amazing events. My favourite being the Closing Ceremonies. I was so happy to go...but I have to admit, I was incredibly sad at the same time. If there was ever a time that I wanted all my family and friends to be with me, that was definitely one of those times. It was such an incredible event that I only wanted to share with everybody I knew.
And last but not least, Coka-Cola has the biggest and most incredible parties EVER. Yes, an acrobat. Yes, a whole bar made out of ice with a special coke ice sculpture that you pour your drink into to make extra cold. Yes, amazing food. Yes, amazing entertainers.
To truly summarize my experience with Coca-Cola would be extremely difficult. As my manager said to me at training, "you will experience something that nobody else can understand except for those that have been on the program. You will be left with only amazing memories that will change your life and your outlook on life forever." I didn't quite believe her...but it's obvious she knows what she's talking about.
So, I look forward with the hopes of doing the summer olympics at London 2012 with Coca-Cola again. But if it doesn't pan out, then I am left with the bestest memories and for that, I am so grateful.
Camera
My dad recently bought a new camera which meant I got to have his other camera. And I'm so stoked as it's a Nikon camera that I think is really nice! And timing was perfect because my little idiot proof one just broke. Guess it wasn't so idiot proof.
But I had to buy some small accessories, i.e. a USB cord and the memory card. Small price to pay for a camera! Tried Best Buy and they answered my questions well enough. I just wanted to get my purchases quickly so I could try out the camera!
Oh, I don't know why I didn't shovel money out for a nicer camera before?! It really does make all the difference in the world. I feel like a whole new world has also opened to me. I don't think I have a real clue, but I guess if I read enough and experiment, that should be good enough for now.
The best part is that my kids are willing to help me with my experiment. Good...because I've got a lot of experimenting to do.
But I had to buy some small accessories, i.e. a USB cord and the memory card. Small price to pay for a camera! Tried Best Buy and they answered my questions well enough. I just wanted to get my purchases quickly so I could try out the camera!
Oh, I don't know why I didn't shovel money out for a nicer camera before?! It really does make all the difference in the world. I feel like a whole new world has also opened to me. I don't think I have a real clue, but I guess if I read enough and experiment, that should be good enough for now.
The best part is that my kids are willing to help me with my experiment. Good...because I've got a lot of experimenting to do.
E-bay
I love e-bay. I used to go on there everyday looking for my damn Disney antenna balls. But after a while, I gave that up. I can't believe I spent THAT much on stupid balls. However, I love them and wouldn't trade them.
Lately, I've been on E-bay again as I'm looking for certain 2010 Olympic stuff. It really is amazing how much and what kinds of stuff people can buy on there. Books, jewellery, anything for your hobbies. But honestly, there is some stuff I wouldn't want to buy just because of shipping and handling. All the tv stands, lamps and other big item stuff? Ummm...I think I'll just buy it new here. Thanks.
Anyways, let's see what gems I find today....
Lately, I've been on E-bay again as I'm looking for certain 2010 Olympic stuff. It really is amazing how much and what kinds of stuff people can buy on there. Books, jewellery, anything for your hobbies. But honestly, there is some stuff I wouldn't want to buy just because of shipping and handling. All the tv stands, lamps and other big item stuff? Ummm...I think I'll just buy it new here. Thanks.
Anyways, let's see what gems I find today....
Pictures
Oh, it's almost that time of year again. Pictures for grad. As my kids go to Chinese school on the weekend at a high school, I see all the grafitti, club notices and photo graduation announcements that go along with it.
EVERY time I step into the high school, I hate it. My high school life wasn't that bad, but it's not a period of my life that I wish to redo over again. Though there are some folks in my life that would pretty much sell their soul to go back to high school. Ummmm...no thanks. I'd redo university again, but that's about it.
I'm quite digging the 30s and I plan to stick with that age for a while.
EVERY time I step into the high school, I hate it. My high school life wasn't that bad, but it's not a period of my life that I wish to redo over again. Though there are some folks in my life that would pretty much sell their soul to go back to high school. Ummmm...no thanks. I'd redo university again, but that's about it.
I'm quite digging the 30s and I plan to stick with that age for a while.
Responsibilities
With kids, a whole new batch of responsibilities come into your life. Some I was ready for. And some, you just have to make yourself ready for. I never thought much of life insurance...it seemed like I was betting on my own life.
But now with kids, in the event that anything happened to me, I want to make sure that I have something in place for them so that they are taken care of. Not only did I go out and get term life insurance, but I also have a life insurance policy that is for a very long duration. Pros and cons to each, but I had my reasons for getting both.
It's not that I want to die anytime soon...but my family deserves to be ok in the event that I go. If you haven't thought about it, think about it. That's my PSA for today.
But now with kids, in the event that anything happened to me, I want to make sure that I have something in place for them so that they are taken care of. Not only did I go out and get term life insurance, but I also have a life insurance policy that is for a very long duration. Pros and cons to each, but I had my reasons for getting both.
It's not that I want to die anytime soon...but my family deserves to be ok in the event that I go. If you haven't thought about it, think about it. That's my PSA for today.
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