16 Ways of Knowing You're in the Desert

 

1.     You no longer associate bridges (or rivers) with water.

2.     You can stay 45 degrees without fainting.

3.     You eat hot chilies to cool your mouth off.

4.     You can make instant sun tea.

5.     You learn that a seat belt makes a pretty good branding iron.

6.     The temperature drops below 30, you feel a bit chilly.

7.     You discover that in July, it takes only 2 fingers to drive your car.

8.     You discover that you can get sunburn through your car window.

9.     You notice the best parking place is determined by shade instead of distance.

10. Hot water now comes out of both taps.

11. It's noon in July, kids are on summer vacation, and not one person is out on the streets.

12. You actually burn your hand opening the car door.

13. You break a sweat the instant you step outside at 7:30 a.m. before work.

14. No one would dream of putting vinyl upholstery in a car or not having air conditioning.

15. Your biggest bicycle wreck fear is, "What if I get knocked out and end up lying on the pavement and cook to death?"

16. You realize that asphalt has a liquid state.

Q' WAYS TEAM

 

Another interesting meeting has been held last 5th and 18^th of May. Our roster indicates that the meeting should starts from 7am-2pm but because there’s tons of stuff to tackle, delegations, and brainstorming about what should be in or not, cover, features, articles, etc. The meeting always ends passed 3pm. It was fun though. It’s getting better and better as the team are becoming at ease to one another.  Present in the meeting are the editors Frances & Vhon, along with Hema, Maheleqa, Istana, Lim and I.

 

There are lots of exciting features to watch out for June Issue. Manila will be featured in Q’world section, different types of massage that we can avail on layovers all over the world, Hotels with free internet & wifi is also included, and a lot more of surprises!

 

As early as now we are already preparing for the anniversary issue on September. I’ve been assign to feature an article entitled “StarStruck” it’s all about cabin crew who has encountered a celebrity on board. Fellow colleagues, if you happened to know someone or you have a picture with one of those Hollywood Celebrities that has been on our flight please send it to my email: Starvillanueva@yahoo.com 

 

* Overtime at Cheska's flat... =)

* Q’ways is the in-house magazine of Qatar Airways for the crew members. Published by the cabin crew department of Qatar Airways.

 

 

COACH Bags Are Worth It!

* Photo was taken in New York

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I've never been a fan of huge bags, I’m more of a collector of cute & stylish little bags even if they are not practical choice because only quite few stuff will fit inside. But lately, I was thinking of having a Coach Travel Tote that’s more of functional than stylish. I want to have a classic style, quite simple, roomy inside with multiple pockets (for a change) plus it will match any color of my outfit and the print of my wallet. This Khaki Coach Travel Tote was definitely a perfect choice. It can carry my umbrella & water bottle while walking around Manhattan NY...

This Coach Scarf Print bag that I was holding can be worn over the shoulder or as messenger style good to use while shopping or touring the city. The bag lies flat for the most part, making it incredibly safe when traveling and it’s very fashionable.

* http://www.coachhandbags101.com is dedicated for all of Coach handbag Lovers. Here you will find most interesting information about coach handbags like:

This Coach Penelope Art Travel is another of the brand’s colorful creations. This gives you another option in purchasing a bag that will fit the season’s multicolor trend, or perhaps another addition to your seasonal collection. This bag obviously made of very chic and feminine hues that make this bag all the more appealing. The metallic trim all throughout this bag adds style and richness to it, making this classier and elegant. Of course, other than just being a stylish bag, this also shows practicality, which would probably make this as your favorite everyday carryall for the season. (Available at Coach Outlets for $698)

The smooth texture of the leather somewhat makes it look kind of plain, but the contrasting trims with zigzag topstitching adds to its overall design. The pleated detailing on the front looks fastened by the two gold tone safety pins, giving this a rich yet edgy finish. Hybrid silhouette with alternate shoulder strap for convertible satchel to shoulder bag functions. This Coach bag weighs in for a hefty $395 and is available in pink, black, brown and gray color you can choose from.

Coach handbags is established in 1941, over a century after the birth of another luxury brand Hermès, but it takes the similar logo. One is the Bonnie Canvas tote, and the other is Jeweled Canvas large tote, both are combinations of soft cotton twill, contrasting leather trim and  graphic print. Inside zip pocket, cell phone and multifunction pockets, ring to clip an accessory or key fob are available for your convenience. While the second has a framed clasp and magnetic snap closure, outside front pockets with turn lock closure, outside back framed pocket, removable leather threaded chain-link strap, but their capacity is definitely not the same. * I saw this at Macy's at $298.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Choosing the Color: Color is an important factor to consider for a handbag. You may want a handbag that will match your outfit, shoes or accessories. If you want a handbag for everyday wear, identify the colors that you usually wear so that you can coordinate. If you wear a lot of neutrals, you may want a neutral Coach handbag for day wear such as beige, brown, white or grey. For a night out or event, you may want a black handbag. Or if you want to make a statement and bring some change to your fashion, you can go for bold colors. The latest trends have come out with bright and even pastel colors for the spring collection. In fact, looking at the season is a great way to figure out what colors to choose if you want to be trendier.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Identifying the purpose: The first thing that you would have to take into consideration is identifying the purpose that your handbag will fulfill. In other words, what is this handbag for? Do you want a Coach handbag that is more casual for everyday wear or do you want one that is a bit more elegant for a night out? Many career women love Coach handbags for their classy professional style. Do you want something that you can put your entire life into or do you want a handbag that has a specific function? Once you narrow down the purpose of this next handbag, you can move on to other factors

Source:

Purse Page. and I love Coach Bags

“Save What You Earn & Grow What You Save”

I woke up this morning having the thought of buying another property, I’ve really wanted my savings to be put in a good investment where it will appreciate or earned more but I want it to scattered… If you’ve been following my blog, I hope you already know what I mean… Scattered…. In my opinion, it’s better to have house & lot, Savings/Checks/ ATM Account, Time deposit, a job & owned business (like jewelry shop)! The more the merrier! =)

 

I believed each of those mentioned above are good to have and with different purpose. Because, if you own a house it’s not necessarily mean you have to live there. You may have it rented or sell it when the value increased then inherit it to your children.

 

It’s also good to have lot property because someday you may use the space to/ build apartments. Yes, That’s one of my future plans to have my own building of studio type apartments it doesn’t have to be luxurious or high-rise but just a decent place to rented out.  I know someone who earns 80,000 pesos a month for just 12 doors of small but studious apartment in QC and they have family business as well. Wow! “Money be gets in money” huh!

Time Deposit is also essential for emergency fund and for business purposes… ATM, everybody knows where it’s for. Credit cards, I used it for online purchase and for international shopping so that I don’t have to buy different currencies again and again.

 

While, Checking account! Is a must! I have Checking account since I was 12 and I can say it’s really useful for transactions especially now that I'm paying for my condo unit at McKinley Hill-The Fort! Plus you don’t need to withdraw and bring big amount. When I was a kid, I used to sign my mom’s checks and play with them! Up to this day, I can still forge her signature and she knew that! Hahaha!

Cyber Life (Links)

“People will always talk about you, so might as well give them a reason...”

Like what I’ve said before, I’m a certified homebody, If I don’t have work, I’m basically just at home facing my laptop! Here’s why even if I’m busy with my flights, magazine team meet ups, writing articles and my Jewelry shop I still managed to have a cyber life

My Multiply is flooded with pictures I know. Hehe! So I wanted to make a distinction between my photos and my blogs. My Multiply will still be my official Photo website while Livejournal will be for the my blog entries such as reviews, travel infos, aviation news, property, investments interesting articles I gathered from the net, other Flight Attendant blogs, health/beauty tips, inspirations and anything under the sun!

You may also follow me through Twitter, I just signed up and I find it easy to update, with just a simple question what are you doing? Your friends and family will be updated. Live Feed!

My Suggestion to those who want to start blogging or thinking of having one. I’ve found that writing a blog about your travels is good motivator to go out and find new things, which in turn makes you more of a traveler. Write up a short post on your trip or about anything. Sometimes, probably no one will read it, but that’s not the point, it’s primarily for you, the audience is secondary.

To my beloved readers, I have more than a million things to share to the world through words, I hope you will continue to take time to listen to me through my blog "Me, Myself and a Star..."