Thank God it’s Friday again. Like I always said almost every Friday, I love this day because this is the last workday and school day for my kids. Then, I get to bond with my kids again tomorrow, which reminds me to look for a good recipe to cook.

Before that, I will give a quick look at the rates of the Outer Banks beach rentals. Most of the people say it is good to book early so that I can get the lowest possible price. Also, it guarantees vacationers or travelers room availability.

Well, that’s it for now. I still have to check the rates. But, if I can’t find affordable one, then might as well plan for trip to the nearest beach. It’s much better that way, I guess.

I have to give deep thoughts to what I found yesterday. For those who know me, I love to take naps; one in the morning and one in the afternoon and that is every day. But, it is not just nap it’s mostly deep sleep because it takes at least an hour and half before I wake up.

However, scientists have discovered in a new scientific investigation that older people who tend to nap a lot are at a higher risk of developing type II diabetes. The investigation, which was conducted in China, also showed that excessive sleeping causes impaired fasting glucose. The most statistically-significant correlations were recorded in people who napped four to six times per week. They had a 36 percent higher chance of developing diabetes type II than control groups, PhysOrg reports.

People who slept for short periods of time every day of the week exhibited a 28 percent increase in their risk of developing the metabolic disorder. In type II diabetes, the body becomes unable to metabolize the hormone insulin, which is crucially important for breaking down glucose (sugars). Without this control mechanism, the chemicals accumulate, leading to disastrous side-effects. The researchers behind the study say that they controlled for possible influences going the other way, as in if diabetes caused excessive sleepiness, and argue that they found no such correlation. It would indeed appear that excessive napping during the daytime causes the terrible disease.

I guess I would have to teach myself not to sleep during daytime. I fear that I might develop serious health problems if I continue to take naps every day.

Like I said before, my daughter who is in college is asking me to buy her a laptop computer. Well, she feels a little bad when she saw our new bedding. I decided to postpone purchasing that gadget since she can always borrow from her brother. Other than that, the gadget will only disturb her studies because she loves to watch youtube than to do research.

Actually, we have an agreement before. If she does well in her studies I will close my eyes and buy the item. But, I didn’t see improvements for now. However, our deal is still valid until the end of this semester. Of course, her grades will say everything about her performance in school. So, I will wait for her report card before making decision whether or not to continue with our deal.

Yesterday, my husband and I decided to buy new bed for our room. It is a good start to get an update to keep our bedroom comfortable and nice looking. I would want to see drastic changes in the next few weeks. That is why we list some of the items we want to change.

One of the things that made through our lists is the light. I no longer want a simple fluorescent bulb hanging in our ceiling. I want to add something that is elegant and classic; something that is not just functional, but also decorative. The only thing that I can think of that fits to this category is the wall sconce.

So, instantly check the web for some ideal products that will fit my taste. Not before long, I found the one in the picture that I really like. But, before placing an order I have to ask my husband’s opinion and see if he likes it.

Even before, I don’t want to undergo strength training because I don’t want to build muscles just like most men. However, I’ve learned that this is a super wrong misconception.

For starters, while it’s generally believed cardio exercise is the ideal manner to burn calories and consequently, lose weight, that’s not to say strength training doesn’t do the same as well, the fitsugar says. On the contrary, with it, you don’t just lose pounds (which are actually fat), but you build muscle instead – and it’s a known fact that muscle burns more calories than fat tissue by simply existing.

Weight lifting and strength training also improve bones, making them stronger, as studies have already shown. A 6-month workout has been shown to increase bone mineral density by up to 13%, which makes strength training an ideal ally women have in their fight against osteoporosis. If that’s not enough of an incentive, then there’s also the issue of how this type of exercise improves mood, being shown to reduce depression and offer an almost instance mood boost.

The benefits of strength training include the after burn – burning extra 100 calories over the next 24 hours as your body recovers from your workout. Another benefit is that it builds muscle mass, which, in turn, is shown to fight diabetes. Muscle mass not only burns more calories a day than most other tissues; it also dispels the blood sugar quickly. Muscles effectively contribute to preventing type 2 diabetes. Finally, strength training makes you stronger.

A year ago, my husband and I have this business plan that failed. My daughter is the one willing to fund the venture. In the process we realized we are not yet ready to take the plunge. We thought going to business is easy, but it’s not. So, we let go of that big opportunity.

However, I am still hopeful that one day we will be able to have a business that we will fit our need and lifestyle. That’s why I continue searching and I found vending machines business opportunity. Why would I consider this? I’ve learned that this venture is a 100% cash business that will allow me to work from home and set my own hours. That means I can still do my regular housewife thing while I earn money.

Additionally, I don’t have to worry about paying salary for additional employees. And, there is no rent to pay for an office or additional utilities fees as well as advertising cost. Plus, it offers significant tax advantages. So, it is a very attractive business idea for me. All I have to do now is to convince one of my family members to fund the venture.