Parental Guidance to Social Networks

"It's 10 p.m. Do you know where your children are?" Remember that phrase from your own childhood? It's still a valid question, but now, it comes with a twist: "Do you know where your kids are-and who they're talking to online?" This is definitely going to be my dilemma 5 years from now. Knowing that my first born have a lot of knowledge about smartphones and laptops. 

Social networking sites are the hippest "meet market" around, especially among tweens, teens, and 20-somethings. These sites allow and encourage people to exchange information about themselves in profiles and journals, and use message boards, chat rooms, e-mail and instant messaging to communicate with the world at large. Unfortunately, while social networking sites can increase a person's circle of friends, they also can increase exposure to people who have less than friendly intentions. The Federal Trade Commission, the nation's consumer protection agency, offers tips for helping your kids use these sites safely:

• Keep the computer in an open area, like the kitchen or family room, where you can keep an eye on where your kids are going online and what they're doing.

• Use the Internet with your kids. Be open to learning about the technology so you can keep up with them. Look into their favorite sites so you can set sensible guidelines.

• Talk to your kids about their online habits. If they use social networking sites, tell them why it's important to keep their name, Social Security number, address, phone number, age and family financial information to themselves. Your children should be cautious about sharing other identifying information, too.

• Your kids should post only information that you and they are comfortable with everyone seeing and knowing. The Internet is the world's biggest billboard: Just about anyone could see their page, including their teachers, the police, a college admissions officer, or a potential employer. In addition, once information is online, it's there forever. 

• Warn your kids about the dangers of flirting with strangers online. Because some people lie online about who they really are, no one ever really knows who they're dealing with. Tell your children to trust their gut: If they feel threatened or uncomfortable by someone or something online, they need to tell you and then report it to the police and your Internet service provider. You could end up preventing someone else from becoming a victim.

• If you're concerned that your child is engaging in risky online behavior, you can search the blog sites they visit to see what information they're posting. Try searching by their name, nickname, school, hobbies, or area where you live.

A Visit to Malabon Zoo

Last time I was in this place I am with Mikyla, when she's about 2 years old. Now, I went back to visit this zoo again of course with Mikyla and now with Moirah who's turning 2!

Way back in 2008, the entrance fee here is just Php90.00 for adults and Php50.00 for kids. This year, it's flat rate of Php150.00 with discounts on Senior Citizen and students.

We had our small snack break at the small park/food area the zoo have. They had this small store with some snacks being sold. But it's better if you can bring your own food. :)

So much has changed from the last visit we had. I was expecting to see Marimar- the famous orangutan (she was a baby back in 2008). Unfortunately, didn't saw her this time around. She was already sent inside the house as the care taker informed us. Though there was still a photo-op with the orangutan.

I just feel sad for my bunsoy, she wasn't able to see those huge breed of monkeys. Mikyla also looked and asked for those orangutan.

Giveaway: The Wealthy Family Book

CHASE CHANDLER ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF NEW BOOK 'THE WEALTHY FAMILY'

Helping People to Break the Cycle of Financial Mediocrity

Nashville, TN, 01/15/2015 – CEO of Chandler Advisors and Author Chase Chandler (www.thefalloflogic.com) announces the release of his new book highlighting financial strategies focused on families, 'The Wealthy Family', available on Amazon.com January 30, 2015.

“What people know about money,” proclaims Chandler, “is categorically wrong.  In this book I set out to dispel the myths about money by dispensing financial advice that teaches people alternative financial strategies.”

The book incorporates inspirational and motivational content in order to encourage readers to make the changes necessary in their financial life that will help them to achieve their goals and break the cycle of financial mediocrity. 

Chandler knows the world of finance, having worked for years inside the traditional finance industry and watching American’s richest first hand as they managed their money.

“What I believe and what I teach in this book,” continues Chandler, “is that money and having it are not what life is about.  Money is just one resource to reach goals. And, if managed prudently, it can create massive opportunity to teach and help others.”

In this book, Chandler helps people make more prudent financial decisions so that they may properly integrate their financial life with their work and family life. It's about making smart decisions with the information available.

Founder and CEO of Chandler Advisors, LLC, Chandler was featured as a ‘Mover and Shaker’ in the Arkansas Business Journal in the summer of 2009.  After years working with one of the largest financial planning firms in the industry, Chandler took his method of holistic finance and founded Chandler Advisors.  Author of Amazon.com bestseller, 'The Wealthy Physician', Chandler has followed up with 'The Fall of Logic' and now 'The Wealthy Family'.

For more information, visit www.thefalloflogic.com.and join our giveaway too! You may find it here