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11.2.15

10 Romantic Text Messages To Send To Your Loved One On Valentine’s Day By stephaniedaily

Here to make that easier with some text message ideas to share on Valentine's Day.

You can thank me later *wink*

Here are 10 interesting picks:

1. Hey! Do you know what I just noticed? Cute has U in the middle! No wonder I found you so sweet and special all along. Happy Valentine's Day!

2. My days and nights are spent thinking of you. My dreams have come true now that you are in my life. Happy Valentine's Day!

3. In life, love is never planned, nor does it happen for a reason. But when love is real, it becomes your plan for life and reason for living. Happy Valentine's Day my love.

4. Even though we don't get to be with each other as much as we'd like, I wanted you to know… In the morning… In the night…. You are on my mind 24 x 7

5. No poems, no fancy words. I just want the world to know that I LOVE YOU my Princess with all my heart. Happy Valentine's Day.

6. Love is missing someone whenever you're apart, but somehow feeling warm inside because you're close in heart. As we are, Happy Valentine's Day sweetheart.

7. There are only two times that I want to be with you
NOW & FOREVER

8. Love can be expressed in many ways.
One way I know is to send it across the distance to the person who is reading this.
♥ ♥ ♥ Happy Valentine's Day ♥ ♥ ♥

9. I can fake a smile when I feel sad, I can pretend to be happy when I feel bad. But one thing I can't do, is pretend that I don't love you.

10. You are my heart, my soul, my treasure, my today, my tomorrow, my forever, my everything. Happy Valentine's Day.

Do you have a favorite on this list? Which one?

You can add yours to the list too.

6 Cool Ways To Enjoy Valentine’s Day Without Spending Too Much By stephaniedaily

6 Cool Ways To Enjoy Valentine's Day Without Spending Too Much By stephaniedaily
Valentine's Day is fast approaching and I'm sure you are gearing up for a fab day with that special someone. You're probably wondering how you are gonna fit in your spending to your tight budget. I've got news for you! Valentine's Day doesn't have to cost a lot of money for the experience to be romantic. Here are 6 interesting ways to show love without bursting your wallet:

1. Cook Dinner Together
Skip the expensive restaurants and make a homemade meal instead — but one more fancy than an ordinary night's dinner. Spark some romance while preparing dinner together. Choose a dish that you both love and work side-by-side in the kitchen to prepare it. Play some music to add some more romance to the experience and then enjoy eating the meal together, after you have prepared it.

2. DIY Gifts
Instead of buying a super expensive piece of jewelry or something equally as wallet-busting, give a unique and personal token of your love. You don't need to spend a small fortune to show the object of your affections that you care about them so why not make your own personal gift. It can be a photo collage or short video you compiled of the two of you. Whatever you choose to design, no one can resist a gift made with love.

3. Go Dancing
Its really not that expensive to find a good place around where they play your favourite music. Just go dancing! Put on your dancing shoes and get close with your significant other.

4. Write It Out
You don't have to be a super writer to write from your heart. It could be a Poem, a Letter or a short note. Search deep into your heart and write sweet words for your love. Let your loved one know just how much he or she means to you in writing.

5. Re-enact Your First Date
Do you remember the place you had your first date? Or the place you first met? It is very likely your first date together wasn't too expensive so why not recreate that special moment all over again. This will surely melt his/her heart and would give you time to recount the lovely memories of being together.

6. Get Creative in the Bedroom
Hmm… this is for married couples only *wink*.
One of the best parts of Valentine's Day is the facilitation of intimacy. This year, kick your bedroom antics up a notch and get creative by making it a night to remember.

10.2.15

How To Get Your Boss To Increase Your Salary? Here Are 11 Must Read Clues

Asking for a pay rise is a nerve-wracking experience; further convincing your boss to actually increase your salary will be more difficult.

But hey! Don't lose hope just yet as Telegraph publication discloses what you can do to get your Boss to increase your pay.

Here's how to secure the rise you deserve.

1. Do your research

We'd all like £250,000 a year, but you won't convince your boss to give you your dream salary. Instead, get a sense of whether you're actually undervalued within your company by asking colleagues how much they're paid. If that fails (there's every chance it might), use job advertisements to judge how much competitors pay similar employees. Then, before talking to your line manager about your salary, speak to your human resources department as they might be able to tell you how pay increases are calculated within your company – for example, if it prioritises boosting the salaries of lower-paid employees. "Research is essential," says Corinne Mills, managing director at Personal Career Management, "There are all kinds of salary checkers available on the internet. Look at advertised roles in your industry as well, but benchmark capability and knowledge as well as salary."

2. Choose your timing
Don't approach your boss at the busiest time of the week. Monday mornings (when everyone's warming up for the week) and Friday afternoons (when they're warming down) are out, too. Instead, talk to your manager when they're feeling relaxed – after lunch is a good bet – and ask to schedule a meeting. "Make sure they aren't rushing off and that nothing else is coming up – an important client visiting or a big new pitch – that might take priority," says Mills. If you think your boss would prefer advance warning, mention that you'd like to discuss salary. If not, it's fine to be vague and save the details for the meeting.

3. Get comfortable

If your boss is seated on a large and imposing chair, then they'll be more inclined to behave in an authoritarian way.

If possible, take your meeting to a neutral spot in the office – such as a semi-public breakout area – and seat your boss somewhere soft and comfortable. A relaxed manager is far more likely to agree to your demands. "If you have a relationship in which you have frank discussions, going off-site to a nearby cafe is fine – especially if you work in an open-plan office. You need to have this discussion where you aren't disturbed," says Mills.

4. Appearance matters

In a perfect world, all bosses would evaluate employees based on their talent and commitment. In reality, many are overworked and imperfect judges, prone to making snap decisions about those around them. Make sure your day-to-day manner, demeanour and appearance works in your favour. "There's no point dressing up on this occasion and looking shabby the rest of the time," says Mills. "The image you portray is an important part of doing your job well and you should always look appropriate." As the saying goes, dress for the job you want, not the job you have already.

5. Set out your reasons

Use clear examples to demonstrate how you've gone beyond your basic job description. Highlight a few instances where you've taken initiative, improved business or helped support the wider team. Remember that this is a business meeting, and your goal is to convince your boss that you are worth a higher salary.

6. Be silent

After you've said your piece, give your employer a chance to respond. "Silence is fantastic," says Mills, "as is asking for their advice. Never say that you're underpaid, and avoid confrontation. Instead, say: 'I've been thinking about my responsibilities and how they might be reflected in my pay. What do you think?' That open question gives them a chance to answer."

7. Keep your boss on side

"It's in both of your interests that you keep your employer on board," says Mills. "Reaffirm your commitment to the job and show you're up for challenges. People often get very defensive or aggressive, and the boss responds to that tone of voice. The more relaxed you are, the more relaxed your boss will be."

8. Be passionless

A snivelling employee is as attractive as a weeping ex-boyfriend – and just as unlikely to achieve a positive result. Pleading about your struggle to buy a home is a major turn-off, so leave your financial woes out of the conversation. And no matter how your boss behaves, don't threaten to resign if you don't get your way. Even if you're overworked and bullied, the decision to switch companies should be made quietly and discreetly – not during a tantrum.

9. Make your own pay rise

If the answer's no, explore other ways to boost your income, changing your working patterns if needs be. Ask if you could work from home one day a week – which would save 20 per cent of your travel costs. "With the best will in the world, employers may not be able to give you additional pay, but they could offer other things – such as flexibility," says Mills. "If you're asking for a pay rise because of your long hours, perhaps they could give you a more reasonable schedule instead."

10. Follow up with an email

Make sure that whatever you agree is put in writing. If your boss says they don't have the budget for a pay increase at the moment, then ask them when they expect that situation to change and make a note in an email. "Send them a memo saying: 'It was really interesting to hear

9.2.15

Side Effects Of Drinking Cold Water

For those who like to drink cold water, this article is applicable to you. It is nice to have a cup of cold drink after a meal. However, the cold water will solidify the oily stuff that you have just consumed. It will slow down the digestion. Once this "sludge" reacts with the acid, it will break down and be absorbed by the intestine faster than the solid food. It will line the intestine. Very soon, this will turn into fats and lead to cancer.

It is best to drink hot soup or warm water after a meal. A serious note about heart attacks - You should know that not every heart attack symptom is going to be the left arm hurting. Be aware of intense pain in the jaw line. You may never have the first chest pain during the course of a heart attack. Nausea and intense sweating are also common symptoms. 60% of people who have a heart attack while they are asleep do not wake up. Pain in the jaw can wake you from a sound sleep. Let's be careful and be aware. The more we know the better chance we could survive.

A cardiologist says if everyone who reads this message sends it to 10 people, you can be sure that we'll save at least one life. Read this & Send the link to a friend. It could save a life. So, please be a true friend and send this article to all your friends you care about.
Benefits of drinking water on empty stomach!

It is popular in Japan today to drink water immediately after waking up every morning before brushing your teeth.. Furthermore, scientific tests have proven a its value. We publish below a description of use of water for our readers. For old and serious diseases as well as modern illnesses the water treatment had been found successful by a Japanese medical society as a 100% cure for the following diseases:

Headache, body ache, heart system, arthritis, fast heart beat, epilepsy, excess fatness, bronchitis asthma, TB, meningitis, kidney and urine diseases, vomiting, gastritis, diarrhea, piles, diabetes, constipation, all eye diseases, womb, cancer and menstrual disorders, ear nose and throat diseases.

METHOD OF TREATMENT

1. As you wake up in the morning before brushing teeth, drink 4 x 160ml glasses of water ......interesting

2. Brush and clean the mouth but do not eat or drink anything for 45 minutes

3. After 45 minutes you may eat and drink as normal.

4. After 15 minutes of breakfast, lunch and dinner do not eat or drink anything for 2 hours

5. Those who are old or sick and are unable to drink 4 glasses of water at the beginning may commence by taking little water and gradually increase it to 4 glasses per day.

6. The above method of treatment will cure diseases of the sick and others can enjoy a healthy life.

The following list gives the number of days of treatment required to cure/control/reduce main diseases:

1. High Blood Pressure - 30 days

2. Gastric - 10 days

3. Diabetes - 30 days

4. Constipation - 10 days

5. Cancer - 180 days

6. TB - 90 days

7. Arthritis patients should follow the above treatment only for 3 days in the 1st week, and from 2nd week onwards - daily.

This treatment method has no side effects, however at the commencement of treatment you may have to urinate a few times. It is better if we continue this and make this procedure as a routine work in our life.

Drink Water and Stay healthy and Active. This makes sense .. the Chinese and Japanese drink hot tea with their meals ...not cold water. maybe it is time we adopt their drinking habit while eating! Nothing to lose, everything to gain.

8.2.15

Willing To Know Who Masterminded The Postponement Of Elections? Read This

Those who masterminded the postponement of the 2015 general elections, regardless of the opposition from the All Progressives Congress and many Nigerians, are;

– The incumbent President/presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Mr Goodluck Jonathan – The National Security Adviser, Colonel Sambo Dasuki
– The Chiefs of Defence, Army, Naval and Air Staff, among others

The Sunday Punch Reported that two weeks ago, Dasuki, while speaking at a forum at the Chatham House in London, asked INEC to postpone the elections, saying the shift would allow for proper preparations and distribution of PVCs by the electoral body.

Reacting to Dasuki's call, the United States had on January 25, 2015, advised Nigeria against postponing the elections.

However, the military chiefs wrote to Jega, informing him of the security implication of holding the elections in February as earlier scheduled. This, it was learnt, was part of what influenced shifting of the polls.

Prof. Jega was said to have on Saturday told the leaders of the parties, his officers and the civil society groups that the commission was ready for the election as planned, but that he was worried because of the claim by the security agencies that they would not be able to protect members of the staff of the commission and the electorates.

Sixteen political parties led by the ruling Peoples Democratic Party were said to have favoured the shifting of the elections, while nine others led by the opposition All Progressives Congress were against the move.

The Council of State had on Thursday rose from a seven-hour meeting, advising the INEC to conduct the elections.

Same Thursday, Jonathan's supporters under the aegis of the Southern Nigeria Peoples Assembly led by Ijaw leader and ex-Minister of Information, Chief Edwin Clark, called for the postponement of the polls.

The PDP has also repeatedly called for a shift of the polls in the past two weeks.