After featuring the Dance Moves and the Scrumptious Foodies during the yearend party at work, I believe it’s now high time to share the dance showdown of the five groups.
My group was the last performer after I picked no. 5. I can’t help but feel relieved, LOL!
During the performances of the four groups, everyone was laughing and you can evidently see that we all were having fun in each and every group’s performances.
And why not?
Group 1
From the costume to their dance moves, it really was so funny! I can see the Boss laughing out so loud when Group 1 performed.
Group 2
Group 2 was composed of some Muslim members. Their choreography was a little toned down and so they contented themselves with some footsteps that were very easy to follow. Except for some moves when the boys did a very hilarious skit.
Group 3
Among the five groups, the third group was the lone group who had spent so much time for practice. They were complete with props and choreography was very creative.
Group 4
If Group 3 spent a lot of time for their practice, it hasn’t been the case for Group 4. They only hurdled one day for their practice but it turned out really well. One of their members though had to drink lots of beer before he performed the “Careless Whisper” moves, LOL!
Group 5
It’s my group who performed last but definitely not the least, LOL! I can’t describe well how we fared that night because that would be speaking full of biases. However, I believe we got the highest score for choreography as we displayed strength, intricacy and the pacing of movement/ transition skill was very well performed.
But well… I am part of the group so you can hear me say all praises and glories, hahaha!
Our fate actually lies in the hands of the judges:
The Honorable Panel of Judges
Win or lose, the party was absolutely one night of fun and excitement. It was the first time that I was made to dance, hahaha!
What on earth are you gonna do if you don’t know how to swim and this happened to you in a 7-feet deep swimming pool? LOL! (Edit: Just take a closer look at the photo)
I shall take a break from writing about aversion for negative Bloggers and instead write what I think makes a Blog more sought after than others.
Barring that you are not a rocket scientist, a controversial politician, a celebrity, a cult figure or the latest heart throb sensation because what I am about to say will never mean anything. By their own achievement or endowment, these kind of achievers would have the opposite problem. Their personal privacy and time is sacrosanct.
Therefore, with the 99 percent who are not in that league and are hopelessly addicted to blogging, there are merely two factors to deal with . The person who blogs and the Blog. This is outrageously simple but there’s more to it than meets the eye.
What is expected of the person who blogs?
Now we’ve entered a minefield because there is a psychology aspect for what makes one person more appealing than another. Oh! and this is not about Blog etiquette. Rather, I am writing about the individual, the Blogger per se.
It would be expected of a person who blogs to have these qualities:
1. Respectful
2. Tactful
3. Has a good sense of humor and is able to laugh at himself
4. Down to earth goodness and honest
5. Does not sway to extremes
6. Writes truthfully
7. Writes without fear or favor
8. Gets involved and is objective
9. Has good moral values
10. Doesn’t preach
GOLDEN EXCEPTION: By all means, slap back when a foul mouthed, dirty old bag, nondescript crank with slimy venom repeatedly agitates and disturbs the peace at your Blog. You’re not expected to be a living saint!
I think that a Blogger should possess those basic personal qualities in order to foster a good rapport.
Moving on…the second that needs to be assayed is his tool – the Blog. In this regard the content always comes before anything else he does at his Blog.
What is expected of a Blog?
It really does not matter what classification of Blog it is. Readers visit Blogs that suit their preference. Therefore, the search and visit is on a level.
The Content should be:
1. Written in simple, easy to understand language.
2. The content should reflect originality of the mind and personality behind it.
3. The written material should elicit others to wish to leave a Comment.
4. The article should be written is an unaffected style.
5. The article should not have a closed loop. It should stimulate readers to want to share their views.
6. The content should strive to impart information rather than drone and drivel about vacillating personal moods and hormonal changes.
7. Inclusion of related images provides added interest.
8. Arguments should remain forthright and objective.
9. Avoid being Quixotic when writing something personal.
10. Be mindful that the reader hasn’t the whole day so spare the reader from rigmarole.
What about the rest of the stuff that fills a Blog?
As for the other stuff that is displayed at the Blog, each has its own merit and the choice should always be a matter of functionality and personal liking.
Regardless of what choices are made such as widgets and what-have-you, keep the Blog layout pleasant, properly positioned and organized.
Choice of color and theme have an aesthetic appeal because first impressions do count.
Traffic and Blog rank has grown to be a very much overstated issue for Blogs. It’s Blogosphere’s equivalent of the rat race. The pundits give divergent opinions about its real worth. Others make a living out of it by providing guaranteed results to enhance the Blog’s Traffic and rank.
I believe that if a person is able to satisfy most of what is explained here, both the person and his Blog will be sought after.
Now that I have finished what I needed to explain, my observation is that it is really not that simple. It is not that simple because there are not that many persons and their Blog who are being sought after.
If you haven’t noticed here is some of the silly routine that goes by day after day:
1. Bloggers who are too immersed with their daily “drops” either to carve out that profit margin or to enforce traffic to their Blog.
It is a ridiculous round robin exercise of “I drop you;You drop me”that goes daily, repeatedly. It reminds me of the Nursery Rhyme…
Ring-a-ring-a-roses,
A pocket full of posies;
Drop EC! Drop Adgitize! Drop Whatever!
We all fall down.
…and fall down, that’s for sure because it also depends on the number of Blogs a person has to do that. How much real effort goes to minding the intrinsic quality of the Blog?.
2. Bloggers pop-in and pop-out at breakneck speed and so the essence of blogging is relegated.
3. Bloggers who feel brain drained after completing their paid posts without the will to think what to write any more than just a lame article.
4. Bloggers whose written article deteriorates with time for lack of time needed to think creatively.
5. Bloggers who talk much but say little.
6. Bloggers who fight shy of writing what they think and who they really are.
7. Bloggers who devote their entire Blog to one same old, same old. Makes anyone sit up to wonder how on earth the person never tires of it.
8. Bloggers who first appeared charging and then got burnt out.
9. Bloggers who leave footprints of themselves that does not make anyone interested in them or their Blog.
10. Bloggers who believe they must be served and theirs is not to serve.
Hence, taking it in reverse and choosing the lesser “evil” if a person is able to avoid those 10 silly routines, there is a greater possibility for the Blog to be enhanced because there is more focus and more time is devoted for the published content.
First off, I wish to thank all my lovely blogpals who wished me well while I was away. There were quite a few beautiful souls who privately messaged me and wished me speedy recovery. I truly appreciate your concern.
I am not supposed to be blogging for an indefinite period of time. In fact, I have turned over my blogs to my cousin Ally who, thankfully, took the mighty responsibility of updating my three (3) other blogs. I feel grateful that she didn’t say “NO” outright.
However, I was downhearted when she couldn’t take the reigns here at Lainy’s Musings (LM) and over at The Fool on the Hill (TFotH). At first, she expressed that she feels intimidated writing articles for Lainy’s Musings.
Ally expressing her thoughts in taking over Lainy's Musings
What standard? Duh!
I still can vividly recall when I once invited her some years back to author this blog but she declined for the same reason. In desperation, I sought the assistance of my Cameroonian bloggie pal, Uncle Che, who proudly accepted my invite. That was before when Uncle Che was still single and we both can blog till we drop.
When Ally knew that LM and TFotH will remain dormant till she accepts the responsibility of taking over the blogs, she got desperate in suggesting Windy to co-author the blogs once more.
Ally suggesting that I ask Windy to take over at LM
I will be the happiest soul if ever Windy will again co-author my blogs. Sadly, he has long given up blogging for reasons only known to me apart from health being the issue. I miss those times when we used to cheer and egg each other on at the blogs. The hilarious moments shared with him being once the co-author of Lainy’s Musings was something I’ve truly missed. I still am hoping though that it won’t remain a thing of the past.
Meanwhile, I understand why Ally declined to add more blogs for her to work on. You see, she already got two personal blogs under her belt, and adding 5 more of my blogs would be like taking suicide.
So I have no other recourse but to continue writing here at Lainy’s Musings and over at The Fool on the Hill. Many times, I have been in quandary and have contemplated on whether To Blog or Not To Blog.
During my nth hiatus, everytime I take a quick peek here and see this blog die a natural death, I feel like dying inside, too. It’s heartbreaking to let go of something you have once loved doing. It’s not for monetary reasons. Be it known that most of my craps were not paid. It’s the sentimentalist person in me that just can’t afford to lose a baby. And to think Lainy’s Musings is about to celebrate its 4th blogoversary in three (3) months time!
Gone were the blogging heydays when I worked hard for my blog’s traffic to the point of compromising my health. I don’t think I will ever regain back the 38K traffic Lainy’s Musings’ once had. But again, that’s not the issue. It’s primarily for the joy of being able to express for passion and simply exercise what I love doing the most.
As I write this, I can feel the tears welling up my eyes. I know things will never be the same again. I don’t want to make any promises but I shall try my absolute best to fuel up some life in this blog the best way I know how.
Being able to finally own a home is a dream of almost everyone and once it becomes a reality, the next task is to make sure that the décor and items inside the house are perfect. After all a home is a reflection of its owner. This is where you can express your uniqueness and personal style. You can make decisions from the design of the house up to the smallest detail.
One of your responsibilities would be to ensure that you have the best type of flooring. And why is this important? Floors are probably the most used an of course, walked on area on the entire house. It plays a vital role in achieving a themed look for your home and one misguided decision on flooring could lead not only to aesthetic issues but even on the side of home safety. Hardwood floors are still the most sought after and popular choice for homeowners who prefer it’s classic and natural appeal.
But if you are not a professional in the filed of home construction and design, how would you know that you are about to purchase the right type of flooring for your home?
First is to ask yourself this question: What is the concept that you have in mind for your home? Hardwood floors are the best option especially if you are aiming for a uniform look for the entire home. One good thing about it is that it can be installed on most of the rooms around the house.
Also take note that hardwood floors come is a variety of styles and design to choose from. An all-natural type that is made of quality wood will cost more than the engineered hardwood type. Know what it is that you want and what would look good for the interior of the house.
Lastly, budget also plays a role when buying floors. You may not need to spend a lot if you know where to look for affordable hardwood floors. Be a smart shopper and do your own research first before making a purchase.
Belle is a freelance content writer that is passionate about reading and traveling. She is currently working on a gulvafslibning project which aims to provide information about floor sanding.
Honestly, I am not at all sure how to react. I don’t know if I’m gonna feel amused or pissed off with all the “It’s More Fun in the Philippines” brouhaha after it was launched by the Department of Tourism. True, it went viral all over. In fact, it’s now an internet meme and everyone is free to join. It’s now a craze at Facebook and everyone wants to show off their creativity and ingenuity.
So would it mean less budget spending by the government for sloganeering as it has now gone widespread?
I find it rather strange that instead of joining the bandwagon to help the country in promoting this new thrust by the government across the world, some crabs simply love to poke fun and in turn, kills the thrill on the tourism campaign.
Let me show you some proofs:
Photo Crab #1
Photo Crab #2
Photo Crab #3
~Photos NOT Mine
Well, it might be that the owner of these photos have other description of fun. But to give him the benefit of the doubt, it does speak volumes with regards to the ailing living conditions of most Filipinos. The truth will always hurt. So what’s the government gonna do with these truths staring them in the face?
We all know that these photos won’t help at all in boosting further the government’s campaign. I say, if you can’t help, better not be a burden.
I’ve heard all the negatives. In fact, hearing it from a non- Filipino like Windy, I feel more challenged to help promote DOT’s thrust.
Here’s what Windy has got to say:
Lainy,
Question: The “its more fun in the Philippines” presupposes that fun is the common value sought by the majority of tourists. Is that really what tourists seek?
My Answer: Definitely NO.
Why NO? : It casts childishness about the purpose of tourist in general.
Tourists set on their destinations for reasons of rest and relaxation and the pursuit of new experiences or to rekindle fond old memories of a past visit.
Question: Does fun truly exists in the Philippines?
Answer: In a decadent sense, it does with the flesh trade in the Philippines. In a more legitimate sense, it is hidden from most of the tourists as they get to see the glamor and glitter but hardly get to know the inherent beauty of the Philippine culture in their homesteads and villages.
Crucial Question: Is there more fun in the Philippines?
Answer: NO. It does not it, in the first instance, show on the faces of the majority of the populace and in their daily lives?
Conclusion: An idiot made that slogan for the Tourism Industry in your country.
Honestly, I have my own initial misgivings on this. But I figured the solution deserves an opportunity to prove itself. I won’t even try to argue with what has been said and done. In fact, Windy had it spot on! But to be perfectly fair, even if things doesn’t look nice as they are now in my country, I have to say that this slogan deserves a chance to get to work, regardless if it’s a copy cat from another country.
As we all can see, we have found a brilliant ad campaign in “It’s More Fun”. Everyone is now taking part. Its success lies not only in the hands of the government but to each and every Filipino as well. Let us not try to always nitpick. Let us NOT allow the notorious crabs to ruin its beauty.
If not for Windy, I wouldn’t be able to have a webhosting for free. His kindness and generosity made me continue my blogging endeavors despite some setbacks that I have encountered in the past.
As you can see, though I have been blogging for years, I have never known the various complexities of a blog especially the technical aspects of it. I hate to admit it, but I am no techy-savvy. I feel so useless when I can not do anything everytime I want to do something for my blog. I blame it on my laziness to learn new stuff. Also, Windy never got the patience to teach me, LOL! All the embellishments you see across my blogs, I owe it all to Windy. He has been very patient doing all the dirty works- from the conceptualization and the installation of plugins. Isn’t he awesome?
My blogs are now under Blue Host and I have been a happy blogger since. No complaints whatsoever.
And guess what? Windy even welcomed a few of my friends’ blogs in his webhost. I remember Windy worked long hours for Twerlyn and Ivy’s blogs. The migration from Blogger to WordPress was no easy task. But Windy did it all for my friends who certainly needed his expertise.
I remember the time when I encountered the worst setback in my blogging journey. I really thought it was the end for this blog when it got hacked. I can never imagine the hundreds of articles and thousands of comments lost in the wink of an eye.
Good thing my techy friends came to the rescue and revived Lainy’s Musings. I can never thank enough Uncle Che and Windy who sat all wide awake till the wee hours of the morning just to retrieve everything. I was more than grateful when Lainy’s Musings went live once more.
I feel so lucky to have these friends who offer their helping hands even before I open my mouth to ask for it.
I am very grateful that after the hacking incident, Windy offered a web hosting for my blogs all for FREE! Isn’t that wonderful? I feel really special! Why not? Windy never do it for anyone. I feel really happy that my blogs are now working under Blue Host. I have no complaints. I have never felt secured and protected in my blogging life in the past than I am now.
I have always been so blessed to have great friends who treat you no stranger but more than like a sister. Indeed, how lucky one can get!
This may sound new to us who got used to “Kung Hei Fat Choi” as a New Year greeting to our Chinese brothers and sisters worldwide. Admittedly, Kung Hei Fat Choi is the most popular one. But do you know that this greeting is Cantonese?
Yes, folks!
And guess what? It does not literally mean Happy New Year but “Congratulations and wishing you prosperity!”
Kiong Hee Huat Tsai!
Here in the Philippines, Tsinoys (Chinese- Filipinos) will hugely appreciate if we greet them in the language they can fully understand; and that should be Hokkien. Most Filipino- Chinese came from Fujian province and they mostly speak the Hokkien language.
In China, Mandarin is the official language where you greet them “Kong Xi Fa Tsai” but written and spelled as “Gong Xi Fa Cai”.
If you want to greet your Chinese friends a Happy New Year, you can say it as “Xin Nien Kwai Le” in Mandarin and “Sin Ni khòai lok” in Hokkien.
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