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Buffalo wings

20 chicken wings
Fresh lemon juice n honey
6 oz. bbq hot sauce
Garlic powder
Vegetable oil
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Sprinkle garlic powder on wings prior to cooking. Place chicken wings on baking sheet basted with oil. Bake for 25mins each side. In a large bowl mix juice, honey and 6 oz. hot sauce. Place a few wings at a time into mixture. Completely cover wings with sauce and put wings back onto baking sheet. Place wings back into the oven for 10/ 20mins. Ready to serve with celery sticks. To make it spicy, u can pour 4/6 tbsp Tabasco sauce over the wings.

Interesting things @ pharmacy
Nowadays, pharmartical clinics; like Watson’s n Guardians are getting all the heat. Competitive n comprehensive in their variety of product, getting bigger not the usual ones anymore….
Majolica Majoca; a Japanese sis brand from Shiedo but much cheap… with cute packing reali catch the eyes of every girls. N its ever fav mascara is the most talked about. It launch in Watson SG at late oct as compared to other Asian Watson outlets. Now they also carry products of Dr Wu (famous in Taiwan; as it promoted by Barbie Hsui in her beauty book) once I step inside a Watson outlet in Raffles shopping centre basement, I m astonshonied by no of medicine they carried. N i saw a great variety of collagen products on the shelves. Watson even carried some branded perfumes. Even certain KOSE product range hit the counters in Guardian. Both of them had lots of cosmetics brands on their hands.

Abalone CHOWDER
1 can of abalone
1 can of mushroom soup for the soup base if not u can make yr own soup
2 potatoes
1 onion n 6 pcs bacon

Cut into pounded abalone into small pieces n cut 2 potatoes into small pieces n boil them until potatoes are tender. Fry the chopped onions n bacons til crisp. Pour away some of excess water then stirs in 1 can of mushroom soup. Continue stirring; add abalone, bacon and onions. U may add in some water if too thick. Cook abt 15mins, stirring regularly. Turn heat down to simmer; cook another 15 - 30mins.
For your own soup, u can have some veg like celery /corn. Use milk n butter as soup base, cornstarch to make it thicker, salt n pepper to taste.

a little treat

Battered and fried abalone is delicious treat; u can even serve in stews than the usual style of cooking especially in CNY sir-fried with veg.

Recipe
1 can of baby abalone (serve 2 / 4 pax) drained
2 tbsp plain flour and corn flour,
some breadcrumbs
4 tbsp yellow cornmeal (polenta)
½ tsp salt n paprika
½ cup oil
2 eggs, lightly beaten
¼ tsp ground white pepper
Slice the abalone into twos /threes. Mix the plain flour, corn flour, breadcrumbs, cornmeal, salt, pepper n paprika, stir to blend. Add in the eggs, mix n form a batter. Heat the oil in frying pan till it shimmer. Dredge the abalone slices in the batter n fry, turn it constantly till it become golden colour. Drain the oil. Chopped tomatoes n basil leaves can serve as dressing. Red n green pepper can garnish.
Crisp crunch while hot, or more favour as it cool.

If not, can serve it as sandwich with cream sauce. Make a cream sauce by heating butter in a saucepan until bubbling. Blend in 2 tbps flour, salt, n pepper. Pour in 1 cup milk, stir until smooth then mix in egg yolk. Add in the grated hardboiled egg whites n 7 tsp lemon juice. This yields 2 servings.

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Lioele Oxygen Foam penetrates oxygen into your pores, clearing your skin impurities (clogged pores) and improves on your skin condition. It helps to moisture your face, without leaving dryness or uncomfortable pull effect on your face. Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.
-Rejuvenate your pores with oxygen.
-Prevents skin inflammation and clogged pores
-Regenerate new healthy cells
-Facilitating the removal of toxins
-Oxygenating formula locks in moisture, making your skin more refine, tone and supple
-Brightening effect.
-Creating luminous and radiant skin.

Compare to oxymask sell in sasa @99

FOX sales

FOX Sales End of seaon discounts are so much more which can be great deals / gd buys.
Most of the pieces is 40% off, buy up to 3 pieces additional 10% off, with a dbs card 15% off the final bill.
G2000 sales are nice too, but since I just catch these often, so not much excite for me.
Cotton-on sales attracts crowds of teens, nice n cheap basics... if u didn’t manage to get them enough in mango sales.

DIY beauty mask - egg white

a DIY mask which i use to do when im free, superb easy n cheap. ehhehahah
you can have immediate results after applying this mask:
* Amazing whitened face
* Good tightening effect
* My face feel supple
* Helps in oil balancing as well
hears it induce collagen too

this is how i do.
Take an egg, filter the egg white out. Take some facial cotton(or tissue) and separate one piece into about 3 layers, if only 2 layers, it’s going to soak up alot of egg whites. Add in some lemon juice into the egg white, slowly dip the cotton into the egg white and place the cotton over your face. Leave the mask on for 15min / til it dries.
u can also just put the eggwhite plainly on yr face using a brush(if fingers, will be messy). Aviod eye n mouth area, impt. u can also put some on yr neck too. sometimes, i mix in honey instead of lemon.

Egg white is known to have firming effect for your face. When the eggwhite cotton hardens on your nose, the blackheads will easily come off together with your cotton. But do not peel so hard so that you don’t peel off your skin as well. Lemon is to lighten the smell, plus it also help whitens your face too!
After it is done, you can apply your toner and moisturizer.

the egg yolk that left, i usually do a 'bombay' toast...
hehhahah, beauty n gd food, gd uses.
An egg is not expensive, commonly found in most households. One eggwhite mask is ample, can be share among yr sisters, gd frnds or yr family. Work like ampoules, and suitable for all skin types.

Big 'hairdos"

http://www.bighappiehair.com/index.html Bump up the volume in your hair using Big Happie Hair Bumpits. It helps from flat to fabulous in seconds without use of heavy creams /gels. Simply place the piece underneath hair at the crown of your head to instantly transform your look. Choose Light Blonde, Medium Blonde, Brunette or Black.

Big Happie Hair Bumpits Volumizing Hair Inserts Includes:
Extra large Bumpit - 5"L x 1-1/2"H. 2
Medium Bumpits - 4-1/2"L x 3/4"H. 2
Mini Bumpits -1-3/4"L x 1/2"H.
Illustrated styling sheet.

Bumpits are fairly new product, which designed to add instant volume to your hair. With 2 rows of self-gripping teeth at top and bottom for added stability n lightweight, easy-care plastic, u can washes clean with soap and water - reuse again many times. Use individually /together for a variety of looks n also great for dramatic hair-dos. The leave-in, rigid hair inserts add height and body. At USD$19.99 for one regular size bumpit and two bumpits for bangs. You order them the same color as your hair, they are supposed to blend in with your natural hair color so people can't see that they are in. The packaging design is so feminine and pretty cute. The box is black and white striped with cute little pink accents. The side of the box claims that bumpits include NO FAT, NO CALORIES, etc. Playing off the "fullness" that they offer. The bumpits inside the box are covered by pretty pink tissue paper, which adds even more femininity to the wrapping.

I love the look of the pouf and the dirt easy way to do it. I purchased these not long ago and received compliments on my hair styles. I will tease my hair at the crown, fit the bumpit under the teased area, then fix my hair around it. It stays all day. I bump my hair for a pony /wear half up. but i guess fine hair will not able to work well, may need the use of clip in postion n hairspray. Some of ppl review that they feel not comfortable after long hours cos they are 'hard'.

RoC® RETINOL CORREXION® Anti Wrinkle Night Cream - eye

RoC® RETINOL CORREXION® Deep Wrinkle Night Cream
Your eyes are the first part of your face to show your age. It is a moisturizer combinate essential minerals, and is clinically proven to visibly reduce wrinkles while you sleep. As you apply, the upper layers of your skin are firmed, leading to a visible reduction in expression lines. Then, through the night, the formula works to smooth even your deep wrinkles.
It clinically proven to visibly reduce the signs of aging around your eyes. The formula starts to work immediately to smooth skin's surface, and it visibly diminishes fine lines. With continued use, you will also notice a visible reduction in crow's feet, dark circles, and puffiness. The skin around your eyes will feel healthier and look younger.

What results can I expect?
+ After first application, skin looks smoother
+ After 4 weeks, skin looks noticeably firmer. Fine lines and wrinkles are visibly
diminished
+ After 12 weeks, even deep wrinkles are visibly diminished
Apply in small dots around the eye area and gently smooth until thoroughly absorbed. Use alone or under makeup in the morning and/or in the evening.

PROVEN!!
Recommend!! more effective for eye wrinkles nite use ;)

festival cookies continue

In festivals, dun miss out the cookies too!!

NO BAKE CHOCOLATE OATMEAL COOKIES
1 stick butter
1/4 c. cocoa
1/2 c. milk
2 c. sugar
1 tbsp. vanilla
1/2 c. peanut butter
3 c. oats
Boil butter, cocoa, milk, sugar, vanilla and peanut butter for 1 minute. Add oats and mix well. Spoon out onto wax paper.

RAISIN OATMEAL MUFFINS
1 1/2 c. sifted all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. soda
1 1/2 tsp. salt (I use 3/4 tsp.)
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
2/3 c. brown sugar, packed
2 eggs
1 c. applesauce
1 c. oatmeal (either kind)
Sift together flour, baking powder, soda, salt and spices. Add sugar, eggs, and applesauce. Beat until well blended. Stir in oatmeal, raisins and oil. Paper line muffin . Bake at 400 degrees (preheated oven) about 20 minutes. Cool on rack.

FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE
10 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips
7 tbsp. unsalted butter
7 lg. eggs, separated
1/3 c. sugar
Melt chocolate with butter in top of double boiler, stirring frequently. Pour into large bowl and cool at room temperature.In another bowl beat egg whites until foamy. Add sugar and beat until stiff. Beat egg yolks and stir into chocolate mixture. Fold in whites.
Pour into greased and floured 9 inch pan. Bake at 250 degrees for 1 1/4 hours. Let cool 10 minutes and sprinkle with powdered sugar.

CHRISTMAS SUGAR COOKIES
1/2 c. butter-flavored cookies/ biscuits
1 egg
1 c. sugar
2 c. flour
1/4 tsp. vanilla
1/4 c. milk
2 tsp. baking powder
Cream butter and sugar. Add beaten egg and milk. Sift flour and baking powder together, adding half of it at a time to the above mixture. Add vanilla. Roll out 1/4 inch thick on a floured board. Cut into Christmas shapes and sprinkle with sugar. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake in a preheated 400 degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes.

PERFECT CORN BREAD
1 c. sifted all-purpose flour
1/4 c. sugar
4 tsp. baking powder
1 c. yellow cornmeal
2 eggs
1 c. milk
1/4 c. shortening
Sift flour, sugar, baking powder and cornmeal together in a large bowl. Add eggs, milk and shortening. Beat with electric mixer until smooth. (Do not overbeat). Spoon batter into greased pans, filling 2/3 full. Bake at 425 degrees for 12 - 15 mins.

How to bake a christmas ham

Christmas is coming! I do love this festival!! And the food!!
Here are some hoilday festival receipes which u can try it at home when u invite yr guests.

TRADITIONAL HONEY BAKED HAM
bone-in butt half ham
1 can pineapples in heavy syrup
dark brown sugar (to taste)
nutmeg
cinnamon
6oz ginger ale
toothpicks
baking pan
Rinse Ham and place in baking pan. Pour ginger ale over ham. Pin Pineapples to ham with toothpicks. (you will probably not use them all) Mix brown sugar with heavy syrup from can of pineapples and pour over the ham. Sprinkle ham with nutmeg and cinnamon. Use a spoon to evenly mix the mixture in the bottom of the pan. Cover with foil and bake.
note: packaging on ham should have baking instructions. Normally baking 25min for each pound at 325.

BAKED COLA HAM (i love this!!!)
Score fully cooked ham and stud with cloves cross-section. Pour cola over ham. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves and pepper over ham (u can even mix in yr fav pancake syrup). Cover in foil n bake abt 15 minutes per pound in preheated 350 degree oven. Baste often with the cola. Let it cool at least 20mins before serving.

SAUCES FOR YR HAM
RAISIN SAUCE FOR HAM:
3/4 c. firmly packed brown sugar
3/4 c. tbsp. flour
1/4 tsp. plus 2 tbsp. vinegar
2 1/2 c. water
3 tbsp. prepared mustard
3/4 c. raisins
Combine sugar and flour in a heavy saucepan; stir well. Add rest of ingredients. Boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

CHRISTMAS HAM MUSTARD SAUCE:
1/2 c. mayonnaise
1/2 c. sour cream
3 tbsp. brown mustard
Beat mayonnaise and sour cream until light and fluffy. Stir in mustard.


SWEDISH MEATBALLS IN CREAM SAUCE
1 lb. ground beef
1 c. bread crumbs
1/3 c. milk/or canned evaporated milk
1/4 c. minced onion
1 tbsp. green pepper
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
Butter
Mix all ingredients and form into miniature meatballs. Saute the meatballs in a little butter then cook until brown. Remove meat from pan and drain off the grease. In same pan add: 1 tbsp. flour, 1 cup hot water, 1 tsp. beef bouillon and 1 cup evaporated /regular milk. Cook and stir until thickened. Add the meatballs and cover. Simmer about 15 minutes. Ready to serve.


QUICK AND EASY APPETIZERS
1. Spread thin ham slices with Philadelphia brand whipped cream cheese. Roll up and chill. Cut into small pieces.
2. Spread thin slices of French bread with soft butter. Top with shredded Mozzarella cheese. Heat at 350 degrees until cheese melts.
3. Serve melon balls, pineapple chunks and apple wedges as dippers with sour cream dip/ sryup.
4. Simmer cocktail sausages, ham or luncheon meat cubes in barbecue sauce. Keep warm.
5. Place cream cheese on platter. Cover with chili sauce n Crab meat /schrimp on top. Serve with crackers

HOLIDAY PUNCH
1/2 gallon sherbet
1 lg. can pineapple juice
1 (2 liter) bottle 7-UP
1 (2 liter) bottle ginger ale
Place unthawed sherbet in punch bowl about 1 hour before serving. Add cold pineapple juice, 7-UP, and ginger ale just before serving.
Use orange, strawberry, lime, or raspberry depending on holiday and color desired.

FRUIT SALAD:
Cut apples, oranges, bananas in small pieces. Nuts may added. Mix together, cover with Fruit Salad Dressing.
FRUIT SALAD DRESSING
Juice 2 oranges
Juice 2 lemons
2 eggs
1 c. sugar
Beat eggs and sugar together. Add juice of oranges and lemons. Cook until thick. When cool, place in refrigerator until needed. When you want to use it, add whipped cream.

OR

2 cans fruit cocktail
1 bag marshmallows
1 1/2 c. whipped cream or sour cream
1/2 c. walnuts
1/2 c. raisins
Drain fruit cocktail. Put in large mixing bowl and add marshmallows. Add in whip cream/ sour cream, walnuts, raisins. Mix thoroughly and turn into salad bowl and chill in refrigerator overnight.

Schwarzkopf Osis Dust It Mattifying Powder

Description: Better known as the pong pong fen, this amazing product is also recommended in 女人我最大! How to Use: Sprinkle small amount of powder onto palms and rub together. Rake through dry hair and style. Technique is to do small finger-partings where you want the volume (on dry hair) and apply this close to roots as possible, then finger style hair away from scalp. It really does fluff up my hair, but at the same time gave it a really rough texture. It kind of mats your hair at the roots, so your hair is not really 'touchable' at that moment. This productis cute, similar to a salt shaker. It will be great if you like more matte "beach hair" rather than shiny and sleek hair.
It has the following properties:
- powder consistency
- lightweight texture and separation
- 2nd day soft matte effect
- natural movement of hair with light natural style control
- reinforced shine
- easy to wash out
- strong hold
- mattify scalp especially for oily hair

Home remedies for teeth whitening

Strawberries are also a great tooth whitener. It taste great as well so make this and then you can swallow it afterwards. Mash several strawberries well in a bowl and then brush your teeth with them like normal. It actually really works to whiten your teeth.

Baking soda is another great way to whiten teeth for next to nothing. Baking soda costs less then a dollar a box and easy to find.
Get your own personal box of baking soda; as you will see, this will help prevent waste and keep you from spreading germs as well. To use the baking soda in brushing, first clean your toothbrush thoroughly. Now, shake your toothbrush fairly dry. Next dip the toothbrush in the baking soda so it is completely covered in the white powder. Now brush your teeth thoroughly, scrubbing all sides. It is not really harmful to brush until there is some slight and occasional bleeding of the gums or from between the teeth. This practice after Or get about two teaspoons of baking soda into a little bowl and mix in just enough hydrogen peroxide (double the whitening effect) to make it a nice paste, just like the consistency of toothpaste. Then brush your teeth as normal making sure you leave the paste on your teeth for at least two minutes – 5mins. If you are not to thrilled about the flavor then you can add a bit of toothpaste in it to add flavor. Make sure you do not swallow the paste, trust me it wouldn't go down so smooth!

Other method
You need:1 ripe strawberry1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Directions: Crush the strawberry to a pulp, then mix with the baking soda until blended. Use a soft toothbrush to spread the mixture onto your teeth. Leave on for 5 minutes, then brush thoroughly with toothpaste to remove the berry–baking soda mix. Rinse. (A little floss will help get rid of any strawberry seeds.) you can apply once a week. “Be careful not to use this too often, though, as the acid could damage the enamel on your teeth.”
Or just in morn brush with plain salt then brush again with toothpaste sprinkle with salt. If not apple cider vinegar can do too!

Eyecream

As im looking for a gd eyecream, my frnd introduce me this pdt StriVectin.
This is a highly priced pdt, I could almost call luxury. As I read on many gd reviews / wows of it, im amazed. But still not veri moved to buy cos of its price.
Strivectin-SD, Better than Botox? As it advertise, see to believe.
Originally created to reduce the appearance of stretch marks, the StriVectin-SD brand has evolved into one of the most successful anti-wrinkle, anti-aging, skin care lines on the beauty market today.
Well known for its breakthrough results in reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and crow’s feet, StriVectin-SD products are based on the belief that non-invasive topical treatments promote gradual, continual results, to give you a healthy and glowing complexion. Klein-Becker USA(tm) has built its stellar reputation on innovation and quality. First by developing formulations for the skincare industry, then by deciding to launch its most advanced formulations under its own brand name in 1996. In just a few short years, Klein-Becker quickly became a respected leader in patented, innovative, life-enhancement formulations. Klein-Becker's pioneering approach to product development has helped revolutionize bio-cosmetic, body shaping, and weight loss/energy products.
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spray foundation makeup, it give on a gd coverage
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icy slimming lotion; believe or nt. it's fun!!
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amazing 'water' mask
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leave-on tummy slimming lotion, easy to use
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bb cream
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10 mins wash off gel mask
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eyecare
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extensive care; moisture n whitening

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shimmery makeup

beauty gadgets

Products introduce in Nu Ren Wo Zui Da programme.
Great things I should say!!!
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for boobs usage

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Spray on leg bb cream, not reali new but still look gd in coverage the bruises n uneven tone so we still look gd without stocking. It acts alot of functions; a sunblock creen for our legs, soothing for tired legs, whitening and ensure adequate moisture.

nail care
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a Q10 pdt, moisture oil for our nail, given a boost in new look. No longer dead old cells, with a glossy healthy look, helps to harden the nails too. It's easy to use, no mess ~.

Pantene Clinicare products to you.
It is greatly recommended by Taiwanese programme 女人我最大. These sets of Pantene Clinicare products are here to help revitalizes your hair, soften them and the frizzy days of your hair will be gone! ~

Epi Stick

Facial hair removal stick invented from Japan & has been 1 of the top 10 sellers on a Japanese website that sells beauty products. It removes facial hairs so your skin will be smoother and less clogged up. How to use:Bend it in half, twist it outwards then move up.

Extra big comb recommend by big S
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Silky, shiny hair secret is to own a comb that have the function to massage your hair while you comb. And the times you comb your hair have to exceed your age, as when you grow older the more you need to massage your scalp.
"Divide your hair into 3 parts, left, middle, right. Start combing from the bottom to the root. Repeat for each of the 3 parts that you have divided previously. After combing you can start blowing your hair, when the scalp is dry use a comb with the function to massage your hair, this time start combing from scalp but avoid area that are still wet. After massaging the scalp, use a big comb to comb the hair starting from the end making sure your hair dun get entangle." quote from the web

A extra large comb… look hard work need to be done… tough… dun think im that hardworking like big S. must comb my hair beyond my age…. Wow… later all my hair dropping faster

Great head massage device recommend by Kelvin
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A battery - operated head massage cool though look weird…. like a big octopus or spider with its claws sink into our scalp n vibrate, giving a sensation feeling.

power mascara

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Lancôme oscillation mascara
Get ready for the newest little vibrating gizmo that aims to give gals what they really want: longer-, thicker-looking curler eyelashes. The first vibrating Power mascara by Lancôme: stated to be say 7,000 oscillations per minute. Press the button and experience a breakthrough sensation in application. In one easy new gesture, let the vibrating brush combined with an exquisitely smooth formula wrap every lash up to 360°.Instantly see a fascinating gaze: lashes appear ultimately extended, remarkably separated, and virtually multiplied in number. Then as you're primed for the first coat, just hold the button down and the lush brush quietly hums away and slaps on an amazing coat. It's speedy, quiet, that u wont even bother with eyeliner. No clumps and they looked superb-long. The mascara do needs some time to dry. Wait at least 30 seconds b4 u start batting.

VS

Estée Lauder 'Turbolash' All Effects Motion Mascara'
Turbo-charged motion mascara with auto-powered, vibrating brush gives you volume, length, curl and separation—all at once. Gently vibrating Sonic Brush with micro bristles continuously separates and saturates lashes. Finds lashes you didn't even know you had and coats them instantly and perfectly. The motion brush keeps lashes clump-free.

WOW new toys in town, gd for lazy gers, n who dun reali clue in art of makeup.
I catch it during one of show in Nu Ren Wo Zui Da.
These toys dun know when will be coming to Sp'ore.

iHerb.com

Eversince I get to know this online pharmacy, im curious to find out more on their health products they offered. I believe in Diet n Detox go hand in hand; as I dun reali believe solely on weight loss pills will help to lose our fats. They onli reduce much on water rentation as same as going to beauty saloons, there is no fast route. Exercise is gd but I always find myself catching with my schedules. (It’s difficult)
Detox is gd for our body as the docs had mentioned b4 it is wise to go on detoxes for a few mth every few mths, to cleanse / purify our body system toxics.
iHerb.com got a lot of distributors, mostly are reputed + very reasonable prices!!! This really makes me hard to decide which to go for go by liquid or tablets which is effective? In fact, iherb got a lot of detox programs.
What’s more; I managed to find some well-known brands here; Avalon Organics, Queen Helene.

anime look?

make yr eyes look bigger like the anime charcs..

in fact i think she look more like jolin in here.

Desktop or laptop

My pc had broken down several times on me, I had lost hope on it…
as im thinking to get a new, and I’m bound with decisions; desktop or laptop.
Definitely desktop is much cheaper n more power, easy to upgrade too… but laptop is a trend now… is getting much affordable plus its portability makes its plus point. And who will often upgrade their own pc… beside of just getting a new one instead.
I was amazed by lot of choices in the current market, must be cos im veri outdated!!... wow… laptops come in lots of colours n surfaces, glossy, leather etc. im impressed by the Sony Vaivo series n Asus ones… come in different themes… fast car Lamborghini, some even come with scents.. Like Fujitsu… There are laptops with fingerprint security... wow... cool, like secret agent. In fact, Asus come in a new technology (Eee pc), a very small cute desktop (which look more like portable vcd player); is cheap… but its lacking pt is no optical drive so u need a portable disc player along.
Now from what I been gather information.
Criteria im looking for; Intel Centrino 2 Processor Technology - Intel Core 2 Duo (with at least 2 GHz), a considerable display screen 14” onwards (as I dun wan to strain my eyes too much) that comes with a much better keyboard and with optical drive, had a webcam 1.3p above, must be under 2kg, not a bulky power adapter (preferably able to use with overseas power supply too), reasonable 2/3 DDR-2 SDRAM, a connsiderable hard disk abt 250GB, safety lock maybe and international warranty etc. And the list may go on... like example an unique colour perphas

Oil

Oil in our products. Although we women are much feared abt oil, as it always associated with the negative facts. Recently, I found out that in fact, it appear in most of our daily products, becoming a necessarily. In Cleaners (forms; soap, cream, milk, water & oils), it removes the dirt n makeup easily because of its slippery texture, so no wiping / too dry tightening is concerned. Plus it is easier to massage on the face compared to the thicker cream stuffs. Most popular oil cleansers: Fancl, DHC, Shu Uemura. Most of our serums connected to oil too, so do our moisturizers n essential oil. It is gd for intensive hydration, which is y it is in some of eye products. Not only smoothen the dehydrated lines, it also lasted longer as it provided an additional barrier function that seals moisture in skin. Eye treatment products; Estee Lauder, Elizabeth Arden‘s eye capsule (pumps up & strength skin), Kiehl. In moisturizers n foundations, it keeps skin soften, looking more healthy n radiant. As for foundations, it helps to glide on smoothly n evenly so there won’t be a cakey finish. These oil are gd for most skin types especially dry / mature skin but not advised for oily & acne-prone skin cos acne can be aggravated by too much oil. So better stick to water-based hydration n normal cleaners, ensure the products are non-comedogenic. Many skincare products are rich in omega oils. Essential / aromatherapy oils are too ‘pure’ to apply directly to skin as they will cause irritation n inflammation.

Health

Im quite health-conscious person, been taking supplements here n then. As I getting older, I would want to know more about these health products. I think early prevention is better. In sg, ppl start getting to notice the health problems. U can see there are health shops planting their roots here; like GNC, Nature etc.. Im not really a pill popping type but if these are reali gd for yr health, y not include it in yr daily routine. It take some time to adjust, n feel immensely pleased when u feel yr health get into a positive turn in life.

As im an avid online shopper, I do surf around to see if there are any cheaper solutions (as GNC do get abit ex, unless u are a member)

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Teeth Whitening Powder
The latest breakthrough in teeth whitening! Use this powder like your normal toothpaste and brush your teeth as per normal.

Functions
Whitening
Plague removal
Bacteria control
Prevents tooth diseases
Prevents bad breath

Ingredients
Natural antibacterial polyphenols
Vitamin D
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Natural essences

in the book 《美容大王》 by 大S
"牙齿的美容，整齐自然是第一考量，其次就是美白。我本身没矫正牙齿的必要，因为我的牙齿天生健康又整齐，不过我却很注意美白我的牙齿。我做过各式各样的牙齿美白，像是最新流行的冷光美白，但做冷光美白超痛，照的时候简直要酸到脑子里去了，回家后还要继续酸软个三天！！虽然我超怕痛，但是冷光只要做一次就会有很明显的美白效果，如果你不是经常喝咖啡、抽烟的人，加上每天都用美白牙膏确实地刷牙，做一次冷光可以维持好几年，但就是要强忍住痛啊！

更早之前我也试过雷射美白，虽然也痛，但是这种痛是比较能忍受的。做完雷射美白还必须搭配做一附透明齿模，医生会给你牙齿美白剂，要你挤在齿模里头，然后回家咬着它。早期挤在齿模里的美白牙齿剂，要一连使用七个晚上才能见效，可是最新的牙齿美白剂是一个月只需要用一个小时，就可以维持美白效果了。

但有的人不抽烟，也不喝咖啡和茶，牙齿维持得还不错，只是有点黄黑而已，这样的人可以不做冷光或是雷射美白，洗牙就够了。但如果你是天生牙齿黄，就要做一次大的美白，之后再去好好地保养维持。

另外现在有一种美白牙齿笔，它的前端有刷头，睡觉前刷在每一颗牙齿上，隔天早上起床再刷洗掉，也有不错的美白效果。一般牙科都有卖这种美白笔，它和我刚刚说的美白牙齿剂都是Brite Smile这个牌子。

还有一种叫做百龄牌的洁克美白牙粉，这个产品一般超市就有卖，我每天用它来刷牙，牙齿也一天比一天白喔！

我每天至少花上十分钟刷牙。刷牙的方式很重要、选择牙刷也很重要，牙刷最好是锯齿状的，不要选平头状的，这样牙缝才会刷干净，因为牙缝最容易堆积牙秽和沉积色素了。正确的刷牙方式要从牙龈向上往牙齿刷，一次两颗两颗的刷，传统的横向刷法并不正确，既伤牙龈又刷不干净。
还有如果你是容易长痘子的肤质，千万不要用含氟的牙膏，要用盐性牙膏！氟和游泳池里添加的氯，都会使你的皮肤长青春痘，很多人都不知道这一点呢！

很多女艺人一笑起来，就看到她嘴里有黑色的补牙痕迹，我觉得非常不雅观。想当大美女，补牙的材料也要注重。现在新的技术是计算机镶瓷，将蛀牙部分挖掉，用计算机算出精细的补牙形状，由于材料是白色陶瓷，美观坚固，可以维持非常久。不像银粉，说不定在补完几年后吃东西时突然掉了！另外，智齿是使用不到的牙齿，要尽量拔掉。智齿很容易变成蛀牙，黑掉了不但不好看，还会影响到其它牙齿，甚至影响到牙龈。有些人智齿不拔掉，把前排本来排列得美美的牙齿给挤乱了，咬合也因此变差，实在很可惜哟! "

Fish spa

I got a couple of voucher for the foot fish spa... a new ‘game’ relax therpathy in town. In fact, I got them quite some time, but I often delayed it as I was busy with other things; wedding n honeymoon.
A lazy noon was spent on a 40min foot treatment = 20mins fish spa + 20mins foot massage.
Recently, there is a lot of news about it (positive n neg). It is said it was banned in other countries due to hygienic issues (sharing the same pool of fish w every customer, putting yr foot in the very same pool w others; which is also the home of the fish) Anyway, I was abit disturbed, but since it a free voucher, may as well as give it a try for a novel experience. This kind of fish, are called garra rufa but typically known as doctor fish. They were first used in Turkey and have become popular in some Asian countries as well as some global countries. Once we got there, we were told this treatment will be a ticklish one as the fishes will suck away our dead cells (without teeth, so they are harmless). There are 2 versions of the fishes, my hubby n I decided to go for the smaller ones… partly we are abit fearful about the outcome. (N once u choose the pool, u can’t interchange to another one). True enough, it is ticklish n abit scary at first. Especially when fish see yr feet, all swarm towards u n yr feet not even touching the water yet.

We had our dinner @ Aston Katong. Keen with curious, we spent abit of time in waiting since we are not that hungry in the first place. My hubby got his beef grilled, tasty as the juice of meat is trapped in, making it tender. While I had BBQ chicken, nice smoky taste as it was a slow cooked food under low temperature. The meat still stays juicy. Although it may not be look like big portions, but served with 2 side dishes, it is fulfilling. It is defiantly worth as compared to botak john. Their blog is at http://astonsspecialties.blogspot.com/ for those who want the exact address.

Tea snacks - non bake

Soya milk & Maple cream (4 per; 20mins + 1day chilling time)
600ml Soya milk
1.5 tbsp corn flour
55g castor sugar
1 vanilla bean
6 egg yolks
100ml maple syrup
3 gelatine leaves
Heat Soya milk in pan.Infuse the vanilla bean, let it cool.Meanwhile, soak the gelatine leaves in cold water to soften. In a whisking bowl, beat egg yolks, sugar & corn flour till it becomes light & creamy. Add in the heated Soya milk. Return the mixture to the pan. Simmer abt 3mins, add the softened gelatine leaves. Pour the mixture into cups. Chill overnight n serve w maple syrup.

Raspberry & Ginger torte (6 per; 20mins + 2hr chilling time)
200g ginger cookies
750g frozen raspberries
50g butter, melted
110g castor sugar
840g non-fat yogurt
4 gelatine leaves
Grease a 24cm pan. Break up the cookies into fine crumbs & mix w butter. Meanwhile soak the leave in cold water to soften. Add raspberries to saucepan with sugar & a little water, then add the leaves n simmer for a few mins. Let it cool. Put crumb mixture in the food processor together w the raspberries mixture. Process until smooth, add in yogurt. Pour the mixture into the pan, chill for 2hrs before serving.

Lime mascarpone tarts(6 per; 30mins)
6 egg yolks
150g butter
200g castor sugar
150g mascarpone
100ml lime juice
6 ready-made tartlet shells
Whisk egg yolks, sugar & lime juice. Once the mixture thickens, whisk in the butter over a bain-marie. Let it cool. Add mascarpone, mix well. Spoon mixture into each tartlet shell n serves.

Chocolate truffle cake (6 per; 15mins)
400g Oreo cookies
50ml cream
50g butter
250g dark chocolate
cocoa power as topping
Break Oreo cookies into crumbs, add butter. Press the mixture into 6 hollow ring pans. Whisk cream; melt the chocolate n fold in the cream till smooth. Spoon the cream into each ring; let it set in the fridge. When ready to serve, heat the side of the rings to remove the cake. Dust w cocoa powder n serve.

Numbers crunch

Eversince the four biggest USA investment company AIG faced the dilemma of fallen due to the bankrupt of Lehman Brothers bank, Singaporeans are all very concerned one of their subsidiary AIA. AIA had established quite a reputable in insurance at Singapore among other giants; Prudential n Aviva.Ppl in fact rush to have an early release of their contracts with AIA despite the rosy picture the company n MAS had comply. True enough, AIA had not been performing well in recent years. Not long after, rumor abt a certain foreign bank is facing problems, again ppl rushed to bail out their accounts w them.
Do bank run in Singapore?? MAS require banks to comply with capital adequacy asset maintenance, limits on credit & investment exposures. Other than, having a robust risk management practices like having sufficient liquidity, for foreign banks; a proportion of their assets need to be “ safe n liquid form of SGD” in sg there are 3 local banks; dbs ocbc, uob(since oub had merge with uob), Citibank Singapore can be counted as the fourth one. Now, what ppl need a ressurance is deposit insurance. Despite US had injected billion in the market, the financial economy is going stealthily into recession. Other countries had been doing the same to save their own financial sectors. Is it the “hole” is much bigger to be seen / mend? One figures.

My Weekends

Im pleased w myself. I dyed my hair at a cheaper price as I used the student service (personally, I think if u wan to dye e whole head, no professional is needed as long the hair got the colour u want, is ok unless u wan highlight) since I got my fav hair stylist, I often refuse others offer to cut. Luckily I managed to book him; (mine is strictly by appt basis cos he got too many regulars) he is good. This time I had him cut off my damaged tresses (dry n frizzled, got in tangles), look nicer / cuter now hehehhaaa.
I even got to visit some of the branded boutique just to upgrade my knowledge catch the latest styles / designs/ fashion. Sales everywhere... make the world look more pleasant n fun.

Fashion talk

Right now in the market, there are so many makeup products; really heard to decide which is nice for us / best for our skin. It seem like every mth, pops out a new brand n raves about its benefits to us as women; totally confusing!! Fake eyelashes are ‘in’ now? I almost find it everywhere even in the convenient stores. In fact, if u notice the convenient stores like Guardian n Watson is getting bigger n bigger, having to be sold all products. There are various counters selling different kinds of skincare / cosmetics / supplement. Even, KOSE have a counter in Guardian… wow. (In case u dun know, this brand is quite famous + ex like Lancôme) In Watson, there is a section for kawaii (Japanese) products…

Foundation
Find the right foundation by testing along yr jawline. Foundation is to dot on area with uneven pigmentation / scar to even out yr skin tone n leave the rest uncovered. Always rem to blend, blend, blend for perfect cover up.

6 basic types of foundations:-
Loose powder; good for light covering; oily / sensitive skin
Coverage: used it over foundation to set makeup – unless it is in mineral formulation which can act as foundation too. Pros: Mineral ones wont clog pores n have sunblock & skin-soothing uses. Cons: these can be messy as it gets all over yr dressing table or clothes.

Pressed Powder; good for normal – combination skin; toning down the shine from sunscreen.
Coverage: sheer to medium. Pros: light on skin, easy to apply, great for quick application on the go. Cons: Not for flaky skin as it will make skin look drier. Tends to run off face throughout the course of the day

Mousse; good for most skin type except very dry skin
Coverage: medium. Pros: whipped texture makes it easy to spread, while give a powdery matte finish for polished professional look. Cons: tend to dry out quickly n emphasizes dry areas of the face.

Gel; good for dry to combination skin
Coverage: medium. Pros: the texture feels cool to skin for sg humid climate. Cons: tends to come off oily skin after half a day.

Liquid; good for dry to combination skin
Coverage: medium to high. Pros: greater coverage than powdered versions. Easy to apply n not cakey. Cons: too many choices from matte to dewy have to try a few before settle on the right coverage n finish.

Cream; good for dry to normal skin
Coverage: medium to high. Pros: helps to cover fine lines n minor pigmentation; give luster to dry skin. Cons: could look cakey is applying w heavily

Stick; good for blemished faces n most skin types except for very oily.
Coverage: high. Pros: can be applying lightly / layered on for more coverage; works as concealer too. Cons: not for those with very oily skin as cream tends to wear off easily.

Bags;
branded bag are rage now. To own one of them is a ger’s dream… but nowadays, there are even had similar replica version at a reduced prices. And gers!! I m not talking about imitation goods!… this makes me abit mad.. Here im saving hard for that branded bag, then it had a similar replica version out in the market. It seems to make the brand / design of bag abit downvalued.
Clutch for lunch for u to take into any makan place. Im not talking for a big oversized clutch, but compact beauties here. Best to put the essentials; tissue packets, cellphone, makeup and some change n best not look like an auntie... Small enough to fit into an average-size tote bag, stylish enough to carry on its own and nt mistaken as a freebie make-up pouch. Versatile, designer, easily to match, lightweight, ladylike, organized.

Colored lens; said to make yr eyes look bigger / cool sunshades; Ray ban / vintage fashion / maxis dress / hair extension even eyelash extension are common. Gladiator sandals are a HIT now!! I also wan!! They are cool, personally I think of them as boots, still decide whether to go for heels or flats… mmm…mm

DHC

This is one of the brand for skincare which i notice in taiwan, similar to fancl (but cant be found in sg).

b4 i come to taiwan, this is the brand which formers n spreeres raved about, comparable to Fancl… it has some pdts similar as the latter, which sometime cheaper / economics as it had no expiry date.Too bad it was not available in Taiwan, originate from Japan but heard it is cheap in hk n Taiwan. It is much more famous in its olive oil pdts n CoQ10 pdts. Once I reach Taiwan, I tried to find out more of this brand… it is a breeze of effort cos it is common in Taiwan. In fact, their convenience store (7-11) carries pdts of DHC but in trial version (smaller) which is ok to me since im a first time user.I also manage to grap a copy of their monthly issue (Sept), spend much time to ponder over it as it is written in Chinese…. (Ohh… really need to brush up my Chinese.)

After I note down which I would like to buy, I go to one of their outlets (is easy to find as it located near one of their mrt station) It was like a kid stepping inside a candy shop, face w variety of pdts. Their concept almost like fancl, I spend abit of my time there. (Gers, watch out! There is a some discount here n there, may end up buying more than u want plus freebies!! Hehheee)In fact, DHC is easily accessible in Taiwan (there is lot of ways to place yr orders n have them to deliver to yr hotel; if u notice the DHC Taiwan website 27662000 = mean the contact number) as for me, I love shopping so I dun mind to go a mile for that.

Okay, let me introduce /promote this pdt.DHC eyelash tonic; this is a great one which I really wan to rave / boast abt it. It stimulates eyelash growth, works for me. Immediate effects, but may not work for everyone. At first my lower eyelash is almost nothing, now I can see it.DHC help to fill in the gaps at my eyelashes, not actually volumising.
Apply twice daily in morning and before sleep. Can be used as based coat for mascara or just alone. Beside that, their best seller pdts are deep cleansing oil (same as Fancl’s Mild Cleansing Oil MCO; heard its oil content much higher. With my combination skin plus sensitive, I better stick with my Fancl MCO cos can use even with damp hands), olive oil soap.

back from trip

awww just back from my taiwan trip, not veri enjoyable since I was caught during the rainy season. Everday there is rain, rain, rainnnn... The raincoat I bought @ there, is a necessary.. terrible i dun look pretty at all (in fact, my complexion got abit worse. yucks!!!)
Worst, I even met one of their typhoon, wasted one whole day; stayed inside hotel watching their channels (although there are alot of variety show channels; total abt 100 channels. but I still prefer shopping, BEST!!) My hubby told me to count on my lucky stars that the taifeng day wasnt our flight day, if not cancelled, means = sleep in airports wahhhhh we heard news that flights are cancelled, especially to hk.

we travel around usually by their transit mrt, reasonable price. Easy to navigate n mainly in Chinese, takes time to get use. Their English cannot make it.
Food cost as much as sg, but in bigger portions n very much nice to eat, alot of variety also.
There is alot of wholesales clothes n shoes, personally i find taiwan ppl dress quite nicely, must be that reasons. some of things are cheap, like nike etc 20sgd cheaper hehahha.Of cos, skincare is a fave there, lots n lots of it. I lugged some portions back.
Personally, i feel taiwan is quite similar to china. With a land space that big, alot of places not yet developed, u can c the worn out stores, buildings. ohh... here not much foreigners except tourists, guess cos the populations is big + this is a Chinese speaking country.

Hotsprings; one of their famous pt. There is alot of these nature resource in one of districts. I try that, nothing special. Lucky, im not allergic, cos i saw ppl do. Guess this is becos mine hotspring spa is neutral pH, mild acidic; sulphur bah
101 tower; another famous one, we went there but didnt go up cos need money + if poor weather, u cant c much up there. y waster money, i rather do shopping. Anyway, I've been to other countries skyscraper b4 like KL towers n BKK ones. ok, areas around are branded boutiques, not much for us.
Ximengding, like our Orchard road, famous teenage hangout.
Wufengpu - one of the' hot' clothes wholesales like our bugis but in a much bigger scale. The name come by as five steps taken, there will be a new shop. As compared to BKK patrum (clothes wholesales), BKK is cheaper but taiwan style is much suitable for asian chinese gers. They are way cheaper than in sg, most of gds come from china.
Shilin Nite market - one of 'famous' eating place to til late nite, lots of food. Just follow the long queue n u wont be wrong. This place is raved by lots of ppl (a crazy 'fave'), personally i dun find it veri special.
Museums - we went to afew museums for sightseeing just in case ppl ask us abt taiwan, although our main focus is on shopping. Find taiwan is veri proud of their founder, lot of respect pay in due like having 2 guards for a big statue.... went to a miniature museum, wow veri cute n nicely crafted. gers will surely love it, guess in our heart, there is alway a small little corner abt playing houses. the furnishing is unique, comes with a small carpet n furniture in different style from asians to eurpurean style. Kawaii!!!
85degree - a small bakery café, nice place to rest / relax for our tired legs after long shopping... Reasonable price + much variety of cakes n pastries. So many creative, water mouthing artpieces capture our hearts especially gers. As I stared at the melting chocolates n cream as topping of the cakes, I can’t resist taking another bite into them. Forget abt dieting, gers, as im on holiday one must enjoy at this time… wwah… cant wait to sink my teeth into another piece. Yummy!!

ok, this is their arcade... found everywhere... amazing!! Some are nice, cute toys.. But mostly I find is cheats!!! not easy to play even with the tricks / tactics(shop assistant offer) 10NT per try.Most Sightseeing rocks; the Queen's head n the Princess Slipper. These are the natural sights eroded by the strong currents waves over the years. wow but need money to go in... :P We take one day city tour as we r traveling free n easy. We took it because if let us alone, i think we will be shopping mostly. Later, if friends ask us abt the highlights of taiwan, surely paiseh.. :P

this is chiufen, famously known as 'sad city' as a movie is shot at there. Anyway, it called chiufen, cos in early days there are only 9 families living there. quite nice to walk, best to shopping the taiwan foodstuffs there cos wholesale. etc sunshine pie, mochi, fruit jelly... ... this is what taifeng can do, very strong winds. Motorbikes n trees are fallen, umbrellas are no use as they will be spoilt. Every shop closed, even the physical stalls closed, the whole taiwan like ghost town.

I intend to go taiwan again, cos i didnt enjoy myself much.

C U next time, TAIWAN!!!

Highlights of my banquet

in fact, there are 2 highlights of my banquet. heehehee ppl had been probing me with questions about them. The live band performance + my cupcakes wedding cake had captured everyone attention.

First, I talk about my cupcakes, which i had liaise with the maker long before my banquet was planned. Trish, She is gd n cute too, helping me with my decisions. I can see n feel her passion in her cupcakes, every one is beautifully crafted, is a fine specimen of artworks. My friends all told me they cant bear their heart to eat it. And that is what i want for my wedding cake; special, unique n most of all heartwarming one. Since my hubby n I like the colour blue, we decide to choose it as our cake theme. To make it more unique, we put beatles figures on top of it (my hubby loves beatles, even his car is plastered with them on it).
This is my wedding cake
This idea i get it after I look through her previous artworks, got one couple use dormonen theme. Here is her official website: http://www.cupcake-momma.net/
These are all her previous artworks http://www.flickr.com/photos/sgcupcake_momma/there are alot, take some time to go through all. ooh btw she is 'hot' famous, appears alot in media also. if u wan her cupcakes, better book her early!!

Second is from the live band performance, instead of the usual play straight from the disc. I got a friend who provide these service for wedding banquets. I had a small band (3 person group rather than a big five). My friend help to look for another members; she is a pianist + a song writer herself. 2 of her friends (a guy n ger) roped in, one of them acts as emcee, who happens to be the ger. MOst guests commented that is a refreshing experience, n high praise for the lady singer for her gd vocal performance. i can say they are smitten by her, as they keep asking for her name, age etc hhahahee

Photo session with my friends

I'M so GLEEFULLY THANK YOU ALL FOR COMING!!! THANK YOU!!

*P.S. if u think y most of us not looking at the camera, cos these pics are taken by my hubby friend, Rick. Check his works: http://chunlietphotographyworks.shutterfly.com/
The offical one not yet out.

my final day

our names at the entrance of the restuarant

Wow.... Today I woke at 4+... so early... cos I need to get out of my house at 7am (in order not to rush the schedule, we set it much earlier) + we are having a wedding lunch instead of dinner. Although most of ppl prefer dinner but we only mange to get it for lunch on this popular date even we book it at 9mths earlier; shows that Singaporeans are really kaisu.

My gown nicely done hehahah, everyone loves it; especially when i wear a short gown, cos it look more funky + we are abit short on side; so long gowns make us look too formal (although there are some major hiccups along the way) . Seem like ppl like my studio album funni personally we dun reali like (find it abit old fashion, lack of creativeness). There is alot of relatives we seldom seen b4. Everything goes very smoothly :) i was so worried things will get choked up, lucky and food commented is nice too !!! The atmosphere is gd, with the live band performance, everyone had a enjoyable time.

The whole thing ended abt 5+, we manage to catch some sleep after that. ;) (in my heart; I had hope the whole affair ended quickly, i dun wan to lost my sleep.) My hubby didnt need to drink much since its weekend lunch, (which is gd cos he is a veri veri poor drinker) .

my angpao cage; unique. I try to create new innovative ideas for my wedding.

The ritual b4 the actual day.

my hubby come n fetch me at the dawn of morning.

trying to catch a little catnap in the car... wow,... my eyebags reali show...

outdoor shooting with all the ah yhee carsconvoy
having sweet dessert in our room; reali feeling abit hungry
our kiss in our lovenest (room)

our wedding cupcakes replaced the dummy cake :)

My live band performance consist of 2 singer n a pianist. The female singer, Dawn acts as a emcee too.

rehearsing our champagne ceremony as we prepare for our second march-in

cupcakes at the reception, we are giving out them as favour at the end of the banquet lunch. :)

We are so totally humble towards to our helpers in their willingness /kindness to help us in the smooth flow / success of the whole plan. We appreciate it.

I REALI HAD TO THANK ALL THE HELPERS ON THAT DAY!!!! THANKS! MIGHTY THANKS!!

Exchange of gifts

we buy all our stuff at chinatown.

An Chuang

Things to Buy:
Small Double Xi Plate
2 Longans
2 Red Dates
Lotus Seeds
Bai3 He2
2 Red Packets (Any auspicious amt will do)
4 Yan2 Ji2 (to place each at 4 corners of bed under mattress)
AN CHUANG THINGS

Guo Da Li GDL

Groom:
Big Red packet (bride side need to return some)
Cakes (we get benglawan; nice :))
Oranges

2 bottles of hard liqour
1 pair of Long2 Feng4 Zhu2 (groom takes phoenix and bride takes dragon)
4 Gold - Si4 Dian3 Jin1 (depend on some dialets custom)
Big basket (for groom to put things in, for bride to put things in for return then groom carry back home)
Ang pow for match maker

Bride:
Pants for groom
2 bottles of soft drinks in exchange for the liquor
Towels wrapped up as presents for groom's parents, grandparents and aunties
2 lamps (either battery operated or electrically operated)
Comforter Set, Blankets, Pillows for bride, bed sheets, bolster (tie together using ribbon) - bedsheet to be used for an chuang
new set of pyjamas
Tea set
Baby Bath Pail
Face basin

Mouth rinse container
Ruler, Mirror, comb
Fans (1 pair), Home slippers - Not for Hainanese custom
1 Sewing Box with 6/8/12 rolls of threads + needles + scissors (scissors dun use for cutting so soon)
Variety of gold jewellery in a box for bride (has to show to the in laws, then bride keep after actual day or depends on when mil wants to return)
Longans, red dates, bai3 he2, lotus seeds, rock sugar, yuan2 bing3 for groom
Parts of the GDL

We try to follow as the customs of ang chuang, GDL. But the customary, we change abit, making it more easier for us since we are having banquet lunch instead of dinner. We also improvised some of things as into red packets. So end up, we be exchange of red packets hehehaa.. ...

Customary
Groom:
Big Roast Pig with 8 oranges on big plate - collected early in the morning before bride comes for tea ceremony
Red packets for ah yees
Red packet for driver
Red packet for photographer
Red packet for videographer (if any)
Red packet for kid opening car door

Bride:
Red packets for ah yees
Red packet for driver
Red packet for makeup artist

Rules:
* any person who clash got to hide in the room when see couple arriving. Come out after some time.
* no brothers/ah yees supposed to clash with couple
1) Groom leaves from parents' place
2) Groom arrives at bride's place. Kid open car door. Groom give red packet to kid.
3) No blocking door ang pow (open door ang pow not for hainanese and hokkien)
4) Go to groom place. Serve tea. Groom carry pig back to love nest.
5) Go to love nest. Couple MAY like to eat tang yuan at new home. Couple give ang pow to kid.
6) Light the 2 lamps till battery flat
7) Change into tea dress and go to bride place. Serve tea. Pig now at bride parents' home. Bride's mum cut up pig, return head and back, together with groom's pants.
8) Couple return with pig head and back to groom parents' place. Quickly leave for hotel/love nest to rest.
9) If restaurant, bridal car to take couple to restaurant, then go to fetch bride's parents. Groom's parents go restaurant on their own.

~~we didnt go back to my bride house for tea cermony, instead we head straight to resturant n had it after the lunch. then after that, we go back to my parents house.