Nicquee's Nook

Making Listening to Audiobooks a Habit

I love reading books. There was a time when I read about two books in a week. But now that I am so busy with my family and work, I will be lucky if I get to read one book in a month. I was not really interested in audio books before but now that I do not have the luxury of time, I turn to it more often. I sometimes listen while I am cooking, ironing clothes, and washing the dishes. It is killing two birds with one stone. The internet is abuzz with websites that offer free audiobook download. There are thousands of titles to choose from. Audiobooks can never be lost and they are cheaper than books so it is really worth trying.

Prevent Sore Throat

The family day was a huge success, according to my own standards. The dance was a success too, except that towards the end, I was dancing while holding Maxyn because she thought I was missing! LOL.

I was probably one of the busiest during that event as I explain each game to the players. Then there was the dance. And my own children to take care of. After explaining about three games, my throat is already aching. In fact, as I write this, I feel like scratching my throat. I feel like something is stuck to it.

So here are a few tips to prevent sore throat.

  • Drink often. Keep a bottle of water handy. If you can drink water that is at room temperature, the better.

  • Do not talk much, specially when there is no need. I think this is a major problem for me because I am very very talkative.

  • Use a microphone when talking to a large number of people. In this way, you do not need to shout and you will not force your throat and voice box.

  • If you feel that your throat is already aching and itchy, gargle with antiseptic liquid that works for you. If you do not have any, warm water with salt works wonders.

  • Rest and stop talking.

Tomorrow is the BIG Day!

It is already 11:40 PM here where I live. I just finished baking 24 choco-banana cupcakes for my mom’s birthday celebration tomorrow, packed our things for that overnight event, packed the props and other materials we will use for the Family Day celebration at Alex’s school, configure Ginger again, ready the camera, and responded to important emails.

I still have 70 cocktail hotdogs to cook and put on sticks with marshmallows later.

I am so tired right now and I feel so stressed. I shall hit the bed for now and will update you probably on Monday on how our dance presentation went.

Enjoy your weekend, ladies and gents!