Conserve Energy For Our Future

Conserve energy. This is not only taught in school but this can also be seen in posters, television ads and other promotional materials since time I can remember. I used to think that the main reason why we should do so is to cut down on our electricity bills.  Depletion of energy resource at that time was quite absurd since our source of energy is abundant. Unfortunately, I was wrong. The world is getting old. The population has doubled. The need for energy resources has also increased.

As a result we have been experiencing scheduled black outs, power interruptions and low power voltage for several years now. Some of our electric appliances and lighting fixtures have already been damaged because of these electrical failures. We have no idea how long these power interruptions last. But one thing is for sure. We need to do something about it. We can start by using solar panels to run the house is one of the solutions I could think of. It is quite costly but this is a perfect in resolving the power interruptions, low power voltage and the increasing cost of electric bills.

We already tried not turning on the step lights and the other outdoor lamps that we have. However, this is quite not helpful because I have tripped several times already. Besides, it defeats the purpose why we had the step lights installed in the first place. Step lights are not only for beautification purposes but it is meant for our safety as well. Instead we changed the incandescent light bulb which we have been using to LED (light emitting diode) to conserve more energy. This is also one way of helping Mother Nature as using LED reduces the greenhouse gas emissions from power plants which ran on non-renewable resources and lowers carbon dioxide emissions, sulfur oxide, and high-level nuclear waste. Furthermore, instead of turning on five step lights, one step light is enough because the four watt LED lamp which we are now using is in fact equivalent to a 40 watt incandescent light bulb.

High School Reunion

It feels good to see old friends and classmates again. I did not know how much I missed everyone of them until I saw them three days ago during our high school reunion. I am glad that I let my best friend me coaxed me into attending our third high school reunion. It brought a lot of good memories and erased all the bad ones. It also renewed old friendships.

The party which came later was awesome. It was a great night to remember. The food is delicious. The music is great. We hired a band that played several of the popular songs during our high school years. The venue could not be more  perfect. It was held in the only garden pavilion in town. It was also the first time I set foot in the pavilion. The landscape and garden is breathtaking. Different types of flowering plants and decorative plants surround the pavilion. They are artfully highlighted with commercial landscape lighting. The paths going to the pavilion were illuminated with commercial landscape lighting such as outdoor step lights and path lights for safety. In addition, all the outdoor post lights were lighted too for our safety. It also brought out the beauty of the pavilion at night.

I really had a wonderful time during our high school reunion. Catching up with old friends and classmates bring such a warm feeling. I have not seen most of them since high school graduation. I wish I did but I guess we must have been too busy after high school and college. I do not know when I will see them again. Spending the entire day with them may not be enough to fill in the gap of those years of separation. But I am glad that mobile phones and social networks are around. We exchanged mobile numbers, email addresses and social network accounts. These are enough for now. Enough to keep us connected until our next high school reunion.

Outdoor Post Lights In The Neighborhood

Outdoor post lights are important in every street, bridge, road or highway. They provide safety and illumination to motorists, travelers and joggers at night. They make a great decorative accent not only in commercial establishments such as the shopping malls, resorts and hotels but in residential areas as well such as the newly built subdivision near my place.

In comparison to the ordinary looking outdoor post lights illuminating our street, the post lights in the new subdivision are far more elegant and chic. The developers might have spent thousands if not millions just for the lighting fixtures alone. The outdoor post lights which are line up the streets of the new subdivision are a work of art. Each post light has a decorative base with an offset decorative hook with scrolls. The marine finished outdoor post lights are also customized with guards and refractors.  From what I heard the lamp holders are vibration and earthquake resistant. Aside from the expensive decorative post lights, the pathways are also adorned and illuminated with step lights. They also have a lovely landscape with garden benches for resting.

It must be nice living in that new neighborhood. It seems an ideal place to live in. But no matter how awesome and perfect the new neighborhood is, I believe mine is still better. Our neighborhood may not be the most expensive outdoor post lights but they still provide illumination in our neighborhood. They still keep us safe at night aside from the strict security. The pathways in my neighborhood may not be paved with step lights but the light coming from the energy saving compact fluorescent lamp in each pole lights is still bright enough to light our pathways at night. The most important thing of all is I have great neighbors whom I have known since I was a child. Transferring to a posh neighborhood sounds nice but I would never exchange mine.

The Beauty Of River Esplanade At Night

 

It always feels great every time I visit my paternal grandmother. I love the fresh air and the serenity which can only be experienced in the country. Besides, it always feels like home at my grandmother's home. I wish I could go home to her everyday. However, because of work, I cannot see her as much as I want to. I asked her several times to live with me but she would often tell me that the city life is not for her. She hates the noise. She also dislikes the busy city life.  But if there is one thing that she like about living in the city, that would be the river esplanade. 

The river esplanade has been one of the greatest attractions in the city lately. Aside from the wonderful garden and the clean river, the place is clean. It is also free from smoke and garbage. The “No Smoking” sign, "No Littering" sign and other warning signs which will destroy the beauty of the river esplanade can be seen almost everywhere. Anyone who is caught violating will be sent to jail and will be fined a huge sum of money. Thankfully, nobody dared litter nor smoke anywhere near the esplanade. But I guess that is not the reason why nobody dared violate the rules. In my opinion, the place is too awesome to be violated.

The river esplanade is even more awesome at night. Outdoor commercial lighting fixtures such as the landscape lights, step lights and pole lights are strategically placed in the garden, waiting sheds, and walkways which transforms the entire river esplanade into a real beauty at night. There are also outdoor commercial lighting fixtures along the river bank for everyone’s safety and protection. The entire place almost look magical as all of the outdoor commercial lighting fixtures are lighted up all at once. When my grandmother was still strong enough, she loves walking along the river esplanade with the entire family as it brings peace to her heart. I understand how she feels because I feel the same way too every time I walk the length of the river esplanade.

Redecorating The Hospitals

Most of us avoids going to a hospital or clinic.  Hospitals and clinics can be equated to a bad news which we do not want to hear. As much as I can help it, I do not want to ever set foot in a hospital. Although I mentioned several great hospitals which do not look like our typical hospital in my previous blog, that does not mean I dislike hospitals less. For me, hospitals and clinics are still formidable places which are meant to be avoided. Unfortunately, hospitals and clinics are hard to avoid. 

Recently, I have been to one of the clinics in town because I accidentally twisted my right knee. I can barely walk because it is too painful to walk. Thankfully, my cousin knows the first aid to a twisted knee which made me walk somehow. I tried to take pain killers for two agonizing days to ease the pain but the medicine seems to work for a few hours only. Afraid that something worst may happen to my knee I gave in to my parents’ wishes to go to the nearest hospital and have a thorough check up.

I cannot remember the last time I set foot in the nearby hospital. But I was surprise to see the interior. It looks different from the last time I have been there. The walls are covered with graffiti. The entire place is also bright and chic because of the different lighting sconces which also adorn the walls of the hallways and the hospital rooms. There are potted ornamental plants everywhere too. But I like the garden best. It has different flowering plants which are highlighted with commercial landscape lighting which are often seen in the parks, plazas and famous gardens and landscapes. The commercial landscape lighting  is a Three-Tier Pagoda Light which reminds me of Japanese gardens. There are also other commercial landscape lighting fixtures which illuminates the pathways or walkways of the hospitals. Thankfully, I am glad that the management of the hospitals made changes in the exterior and interior design of the hospital. Because of the wall art, plants and the lighting fixtures, it made the once formidable place look like a safe haven.

The Importance Gooseneck Lighting Fixtures And Other Commercial Lights

 

The Opaque restaurant in Sta. Monica, California is an interesting place to dine together with your friends and love ones as it is the only restaurant which offers dining in complete darkness. A lot of people visit the place just to experience what its like to dine in the dark. It sounds fun and exciting as you cannot see anything- not even the food you eat, and the people you are dining with. However, no matter how interesting and weird that feels like to dine in the dark I still prefer dining with all the lighting fixtures on. I want to see the food I eat and the people I dine with. I want to see everything around me.

However, the experience of dining in the dark makes me appreciate more the lighting fixtures which adorn and brighten up commercial and residential spaces. It made me realize how important the gooseneck lighting fixtures and other commercial lighting fixtures which make our nights bright and safe. These commercial lights made me appreciate even the illuminated billboards which I normally just ignore everytime I pass by it everyday. In addition, I learn to appreciate my eyes for without them, I will not be able to appreciate the beauty of my surroundings and see the faces of the important people in my life.

Gooseneck lighting fixtures, landscape lights and other commercial lighting fixtures are probably the least appreciated indoor and outdoor decorations. But without these gooseneck lighting fixtures, I do not think that we can move around freely at night especially when there are no stars and moon to guide us. People in general fear the unknown and the things which are not visible in their eyes as darkness can be equated to danger. Moreover, I don't think we can enjoy a stroll in the park or enjoy a night out with friends and love ones without these lighting fixtures illuminating our path at night. The experience of dining in the dark was quite an interesting experience but to experience it again, I want to experience it in the comforts of my home where I am familiar and confident enough to move around even with my eyes closed.

Helpful Road Signs

The road is dangerous. It is even more dangerous at night and it is something that every one of us should be wary about. Aside from the dangerous individuals who are waiting to attack their victims, we should also be extra cautious while driving as accidents may happen anytime. In addition, we should be mindful of the different road signs in traffic sign frames along the way especially if we are not familiar of the road. Knowing how to read these signs and observing them diligently will not only save our life but the life of other motorists or travelers as well.

However, not all drivers know how to read these road signs or even if they do, they just ignore them. In my opinion, they are as dangerous as the criminals in the wanted list.  Ignoring these road signs in traffic sign frames may not only cause property damage but it can also put our life and the life of others in danger. It is one of the reasons why it is a must that we should be familiarized of the different road signs. Besides being attentive to these road signs while we drive is not hard to do. Even if the road signs are in another language, we we still recognize these road signs as they are a universal language.

Road signs in traffic sign frames are not installed for aesthetic purposes. Our tax money is not spent on these traffic sign frames made of cast aluminum as a mere display or as something to read along the way. They are installed to give us a warning or a friendly reminder that we should be careful on the road. In addition they are installed to give us a heads up of the road ahead. Accidents can happen anytime. But it can be avoided if we are all responsible drivers.