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tips to control corn earworms

August 31, 2009 By Denz

The Corn earworm or Tomato Fruitworm is yellow-green, brown, or pinkish in color with light stripes on their sides and back. These little yellow headed monsters are capable of growing up to two inches in length. On corn they attack the tassels and ears, causing damage to the fruit and problems with pollination when they eat on the silk. It is a common site to shuck an ear of corn, finding the worm eating away at the tip of the corn. They also can also damage corn leaves before the plant has a chance to mature. On tomatoes the worm feeds on the leaves before eating into the green fruit. The corn earworm can also be found doing similar damage on a wide variety of plants.

To control the pest use Sevin or Thiodan insecticides in liquid or dust forms; or dust with Diazinon. To control organically use Bacillus thuringiensis on corn and rotenone on tomato plants.

Filed Under: tips, trivia

interesting idea

August 31, 2009 By Denz

While I am roaming around the web visiting some of my fellow bloggers and dropping some EC love, I came across this mommy blog. What is interesting about it? Well, her recent article talks about her decision in putting her child in a daycare and the odd questions she has to answer. I am no longer sure of what is the exact question that made her answer that she no longer wants to live in the US, but rather wants to transfer to Scotland.

I’ve heard about Scotland before in my geography class. But, that was almost 10 years ago. I kept on saying that I like to go on vacation whatever part of the world as long as I find it interesting. Why not go to Scotland? Of course if ever I pursue this place, I will rent holiday cottages. It gives first-hand experience on the ancient cultural heritage of the country.

I am also asking myself as to why would I choose holiday cottages scotland? Well, I researched the answer a long time ago. One of the many reasons for staying in holiday rentals is that it offers exceptional value for money and are one of the most cost effective solutions for the holiday. It is actually much cheaper as compared to traditional hotels. Plus, no hotel staff will come knocking the door. And unlike traditional packages, I can tailor my own itinerary that is just right for me.

Plus, Scotland is a big place rich in history and raw natural beauty. Exploring breathtaking landscapes, stretches from coast to coast and throughout several islands scattered around the mainland, requires no restrictive check in times. That is one of the many reasons for choosing Devon cottages. I forget to say that holiday rentals not only give a room to sleep, but a bigger space for the entire family.

I am already fascinated to this country. Well, that is just it. I hope that I will find my way to this place in the future.

Filed Under: thoughts & ideas

lucky they are!

August 31, 2009 By Denz

Few weeks ago or about a month from now, we finally had our cable connection. It’s not like the number of channels Direct TV has to offer, but we can’t do anything about it. It is the only cable company that grants us connection and needless to say that we don’t have this kind of company in our country.

I feel that people in the US are so lucky to have plenty of channels. I have read that Direct TV Satellite offers more than 50 to over 250 channels. It sounds terrific for a single television. The line up includes the best sports programs available, movies, children’s programs, local and national programs, news, weather, and much more.

It might sound very early, but as wiffy and I converse regarding our plans to go to the US we tackle the kind of service we would want. Well, Directv Satellite is one of the choices. We still do not know if there are other companies that offer the same kind of service. Of course, this company is the first in our list.

As for now, we have to be contented with our 30 channels. It’s better than having only four local channels. In fairness to our cable provider, they have been giving us good programming at an affordable rate. Although the numbers of channels are small, almost all are premium programming. That is why we are still happy about it.

Filed Under: daily ramblings, standard

Tiger Woods at Barclays event

August 31, 2009 By Denz

According to the news, Tiger Woods moved into contention at The Barclays at Liberty National in New Jersey with a third-round 67 on Saturday. The American improved on his first two rounds of 72 and 70 to move to within five shots of compatriots Paul Goydos and Steve Marino at the top of the leaderboard. Consecutive birdies at the fifth, sixth and seventh holes set Woods up for an impressive round, and although he dropped a shot at the par-four 10th, two more birdies moved him onto four under for the tournament.

While Marino claimed he would not look over his shoulder for Woods, he told the official PGA Tour Web site. “You know, I’m sure he’s probably going to play pretty well tomorrow. He always seems to play well on Sundays. But I can’t control what he does. I can only control what I do and I feel like if I play well, being five ahead of him, I shouldn’t really have to worry about him.” Marino added.

Poulter also had to make do with a 70, ending his round in disappointing fashion with bogeys on the 16th and 18th, although he did birdie the 17th. Americans Zach Johnson and Matt Kuchar were the other two players on four-under.

Filed Under: Headlines, sports headlines

smart spending

August 31, 2009 By Denz

Life today has never been so difficult. Most of us have to do budgeting due to the scarcity of funds. To save us from the rainy days we should start reading articles like How You Can Start Spending Smart. Of course, smart spending puts us in good financial standing regardless of how much we earn.

Life’s difficulty should not stop us from enjoying fashion. It is all about spending right on the right product. My favorite high fashion eyeglasses cost around $250 to $300. That is a huge amount of money especially for me. I am earning less than that amount per day. But, luckily I can still be fashionable without breaking my wallet by purchasing $ 8 Rx eyeglasses at Zenni. With $250 I can get as many as 30 fashionable eyeglasses. Hahaha! So, I can choose whatever that fits my outfit. I will not do that of course. Two to three pieces are enough for me.

Filed Under: thoughts & ideas

vacation dream once again

August 12, 2009 By Denz

It’s been a busy workweek for me last week. There are so many things to do in such a small amount of time. Every time this happens, I feel so exhausted. All I want to do is to get lost and away even for two to three days just to relax. During this time, I always dream of a family vacation in the secluded white-sand beaches of the Mexican Riviera Maya.

I have been hearing about the all-inclusive concept. Each of their resort presents its own surprising indulgences and the elite level of service, luxurious accommodations, invigorating entertainment and the classy snap-to service. That kind of service will surely make the guest feel like a king or queen that has everything.

Filed Under: daily ramblings

Steam Bath can Lose Wieght?

August 4, 2009 By Denz

A lot of us dream of having that perfect body like the bodies that we usually see on television, magazine, and more. These are the ideal physique portrayed by the media and envied by many. Aside from going to the gym, steam bath can be a great way to achieve the body that you have always wanted. If your main goal for going to the gym is to take the excess fat by sweating, why not bathe in a steam instead? You will perspire ten times faster without even lifting a single arm or doing any vigorous activity that will sooner or later cause pain in your body muscles.

Hectic schedule and busy life that people are now living in is the reason why we usually do not have much time to do activities for our well-being. We cannot longer give some time for working out, dance class, and other activities that would promote a healthy lifestyle and an excellent body as well. However, with steam bath, they only need to spend at least thirty to forty minutes, two times a week for them to get a better physique. Moreover, we need not to lift heavy weights that could only strain our back. All we have to do is sit down, lie down, recline, or any position at our most comfortable and wait until we perspire. Once we started to perspire, not only that we are releasing fats from our body. Toxins will also be taken out from our system as well.

Nonetheless, losing weight and keeping our body would not only rely on having daily or weekly sessions of steam baths. We must also watch our food intake as well as our vices such as smoking or drinking alcoholic beverages, if you have one. These factors would directly affect your physical appearance and the toning of your body. Steam bath would only support our goal of achieving the body that we have always wanted. Use steam bath not only to keep our body healthy and in shape but to be relaxed at the same time. No other technique can do both at the same time than a thirty-minute session of a steam bath at least twice every week.

Filed Under: lifeStyle, physical activities