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Gosh! My blog is fast becoming a piece of stale bread with the lack of posts. Pardon me but besides being suffocated with the never ending day-to-day chores and tons of back-loads these days, many skincare products take time to produce results so I can’t probably just pen a review overnight.

Yeah, these excuses sure don’t sound quite convincing, afterall, I own 24 hours a day like everyone else does so I gotta admit that I am lazy. I am possibly also the lousiest blogger on earth to work with. I don’t bother about traffic statistics, I don’t fancy about attending events and I don’t go around promoting myself (or my blog). I choose what I want to write and would always try to focus on the good stuff. Take example, if I am not quite happy with a certain product that I have tried, I’ll elaborate on its strong points but if I absolutely could not find anything deserving to say, I would rather not to pen it instead of making words from air to paint the product in order to please the sponsor. I would also not put a bad review because I feel that a product that does not works on me may serves well on others so it is unfair to rob its chance with an unpleasant publicity.

Personally, I am aware of a lady who is so ‘committed’ to her blog that besides holding a day job, she is practically hanging around media events, product launches and getting sponsored for products and freebies to ‘review’ in her blog.  While I hold great ‘admiration’ of her solid ‘devotion’ and her ability in writing positive assumptions for all her sponsored products without actually tried and tested the products, I am quite sympathetic that instead of living a fulfilling life in the real world, one has to live in her very own cyber world by cloning reviews after reviews and fabricating statistics to seek solace over expanding her collection of freebies from the reviews.

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Everything but the Brain

I know nothing about physics and much less about the Einstein’s theory of Relativity but that did not stop me from enjoying this comic play. 

 I did not sit through the play trying to figure out the constant of speed and time either, instead, I have sailed along with Elaine’s emotions as I watched her struggles trying in vain to prolong her father’s life though the theory.

Time did not slow down or stopped for that matter. It merely reversed and mirrored the sacrifices that she has made the way her father did for her in the past.

I could relate with Elaine and even feel her pains, because I too, have gone through the same. Being the sole caretaker, my life has pulled to a stop when my beloved kin was ill stricken. There were compromises and there were sacrifices to be made. I had to change the way I live to tailor the needs of the unwell and be there 24/7. While it was physical exhausting but what more unbearable was the emotional turmoil having to watch the health of my loved kin deteriorating yet I could powerlessly do nothing.

Re-staged by Sight Lines Productions, Everything But The Brain paints a father and daughter portrait that approaches the otherwise heavy subject with a touch of humor and lightness. And with today’s ageing population, this poignant play has delivered an urgent resonance for us to think about as our parents’ age. 

Clever and witty!  

Photo: Sight Lines Productions

*WINNER*
Best Original Script
Best Actor – Gerald Chew
Life! Theatre Awards 2006

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SINGAPORE!

The last time I had the opportunity to watch NDP was back in 2009.

Pardon me for my ageing brain, I couldn’t recall much of the details already but I have immensely enjoyed every moment of it. I have sang along, waved our flag, cheered and clapped to every programme and I deeply appreciate the lengthy efforts that were putted in for the parade. I salute the hard work of each and every participant as well as the enthusiasm of every volunteer.

NDP 2009

I am so blessed to be second time lucky to watch NDP again this year, never mind that it was a preview and I have enjoyed myself as much as I did 4 years ago with the same appreciation.

Permit to entry

Again, I sang, waved, cheered, clapped and of course, took a few pictures for memorial sake.

After all, with the limited tickets so highly sought after, it is much an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to watch NDP live for ordinary folks like myself. Never being a lucky person, having a chance to win from the balloting system is as good as striking lottery so I would really want to preserve this precious experience in digital and hopefully, when my memory fails me, my hard disk will not.  

Having lived in this little island by all my life, I am ashamed to admit for taking everything for granted. I didn’t know how much Singapore has meant to me until our pledge and Majulah Singapura transported me down the memory lane. I was overwhelmed by emotions as the bits and pieces of history flashed in my mind and at that instance, I was thankful and felt so fortunate to being a Singapore child.

In any case, thanks to the good teaching and discipline from my early schooling years, I am who take our vow and our National Anthem very seriously. Personally I feel that even if you do not wish to recite the pledge, one should at least stand at attention when the National Anthem is being played. 

As much it irked me to see people refusing to get off their bum, talking and wriggling like they are ready for the dance floor, nothing pissed me off more than by these photo/video enthusiasts turning here and there trying to capture a 360^o  view  during this solemn moment. Worst of all, this man in front of me was still continuing chopping down his Char Bee Hoon like  he is eating in a crowded hawker centre!  

What kind of example is he trying to set for his child next to him? And don’t these people, whether they are Singaporeans or not,, have a little respect for the country that they are setting foot on, or at least have a little self-respect for themselves at all? 

To these people NDP is perhaps just an event for them to  practice their photography skills or a family picnic with the enjoyment free performance.  

Thank you for the lovely smile!

These youths’ enthusiasm are so infectious!

I did not bothered to watch the much circulated youtube  video‘ One Singapore starring Stephen Chow’ when someone sent me the link some weeks ago so I have heard ‘One Singapore’ for the first time at the parade. While watching the performance, it never occur to me that this is the theme song and I had went home asking around, “why there isn’t any theme song for this year’s National Day?” 

The song was over ambitiously long and unmemorable. I couldn’t relate to the lyrics and the tune has failed to catch my attention. Besides that, I don’t appreciate the ‘whooahh..whooahh..ah and the awkward rapping in between.

Hmm…shall we bring “Home” back the next year? 

Nonetheless, I applaud to the efforts and here’s the link to this year’s theme song in case you are interested:

NDP 2013 Theme Song – One Singapore

Happy Birthday Singapore!

Garden By The Bay

I have wanted to visit Garden By The Bay for a long time – not that I am one who could truly appreciate flowers or so to speak but because I have heard so many praises of it. My sister-in-law especially, has been talking about it endlessly like a broken recorder ever since her visit several months back. And boy, she is so right, this garden is amazing! We only have enough time to visit the Flower Dome and Cloud Forest but I am already falling in love with the place so much that I am contemplating of getting an annual membership so that I can go as often as we want!

Flower Dome

Entering into a world of perpetual spring, this cooled conservatory replicates the cool-dry climate of Mediterranean regions like South Africa, California and parts of Spain and Italy.

The first thing that got me squealed was the vast amount of cactus species.

Besides the more common ones that are available in Singapore, we have also recognized some of the variant from Africa because our brother-in-law who is doing ministry work and resides in Africa had previously brought some home for us to plant but unfortunately, none of it has survived.

Cloud Forest

Entering the misty cold tower with an enthralling in the 35-metre tall indoor waterfall, it is as though stepping into a realm of mountains and be surrounded by diverse vegetation and rare plants.

We are mythically on cloud 9! 

Much as I have wanted, we have missed out the opportunity to tour the outdoor gardens that day because I couldn’t stand the burning sun and we didn’t have time to stay till the evening but I am not complaining because that has given me an absolutely valid excuse to go back again soon!  

Random

Came back with yet another set of identical basic in different colors. That’s my sick habit of buying clothes with the same design in different colors but last time was even worst, I buy them in same color, one to wear and another to keep 😦

 

swoop.com.sg

I can’t remember exactly when I have became a swooper but sometimes back in June 2011, my first encounter with Swoop.com.sg got me a pair of Golden Village Tickets FREE. Yes, absolutely FREE! With no string attached.

Then after several deals and bumping into the fury bird a couple of times later, Swoop.com.sg has got itself transformed with the motto “Enter. Play. Win” and become the newest and hottest giveaway site in Singapore!  

So, what exactly does Swoop.com.sg do?  Read on:

 

Q: What is Swoop?

A: swoop/swo͞op/

Verb: (esp. of a bird) Move rapidly downward through the air: “the aircraft swooped in to land”.
Noun: A swooping or snatching movement or action.
Synonyms: verb.  Rush
noun. Raid

 

Q: No.. I meant what is Swoop.com.sg all about?

A: We are the hottest and most revolutionary Giveaway Site in Singapore, Swoop brings you a multitude of freebies and goodies from Swoop.com.sg and our Partners. We provide an enriching experience for each and every one, through our radically new online portal. Swoop will take you to a whole new high, an online euphoria never experienced before.

Q: What are your charges?

A: ZERO. Swoop Group and our Sponsors do not charge you anything to be part of the lucky draw!

 

Q: Can I participate?

A: Anyone who resides in Singapore is eligible to join!

 

Q: How do I begin?

A: All you have to do is sign up as a member, Enter a draw of your choice, Play our games to increase your chances, and simply check back to see if you are a Winner!

 

Q: Would you be sending me multiple emails?

A: Swoop would only send you 2 types of mails. First would be to confirm your participation in a draw, this would double up as your “Perks” voucher. Second would be to inform you of new and ending draws.

 

Q: What is a Perk?

A: A Perk is a discount/trial service/free gift from our Sponsors. Think online group discounts MINUS the need to purchase a voucher.

 

Q: How much do I have to pay for that Perk?

A: Nothing! Simply print and redeem it from our Sponsors!

 

Q: How would I know if I have won?

A: Check our winners page daily! Swoop selects a winner each day! Each week! Each month! This is over and above the prizes given by our sponsors!

 

Q: YES! I won!!! So what’s next?

A: Swoop would be contacting you shortly for prize collection! Fret not if you did not hear from us, it could be that we were unable to reach you due to your busy schedule. Feel free to email us or ring us.

 

Q: Would there be a case where there are no winners?

A: There would DEFINITELY be a winner. But in the unpleasant event that we can’t reach the winner, another would be selected within 14 days.

 

Q: That’s it?

A: NO! That’s not the end. There are other competitions and draws being held on FaceBook and Twitter.

 

Q: Tokens? XP?

A: A token would be credited into your account for each day you log into Swoop. Tokens can be used in our games to multiply your chances in our Swoop Draw! All tokens would be automatically converted into a chance in our Swoop Draw at the end of each day. XP would be accumulated and tracked for more prizes! No expiry for XP!

 

Q: Can I buy more tokens?

A: Tokens are a Swooper’s entitlement and strictly not for sale.

 

Q: What happens to my email? Would I be receiving calls from Banks? Insurance agents? Housing agents? Loan agencies? Etc etc etc……

A: There is a Non-Disclosure Agreement signed between Swoop and all our sponsors, this agreement is to ensure that your details would not be passed on to a 3rd party marketing agency.

 

Q: I still fear for my particulars

A: Do not fret. If you still fear that your email would be flooded with spam mail, Swoop advises you to create a separate email address for the purpose of joining our lucky draws. Just make sure we can contact you if you won.

 

Q: Hang on… I remember Swoop used to be a group buy site…

A: Yes we used to be! But since our fans just can’t get enough of lucky draws, competitions and such. We thought, hey what the heck. LET’S GIVE IT TO THEM!

 

Q: I love it! Can I ask my friends along?

A: Why not! Share our draws! Make them come, spread the fun! We may even reward you for doing that…. *Wink* *Wink*

 

Q: I still have some queries…

A: Write in to us at Winners@Swoop.com.sg and we’ll be sure to respond to all your queries.

Hey, why are you still here? Go on, hop over to swoop.com.sg, sign up and snag yourself a prize now! 

Good luck! 

 

Bosch Automotive Road Show

31st May 2012

Chevron House, Raffles Place

Bosch Automotive Road Show

Were you there on that day? 

 

Is car an asset or liability? I can’t decide but ultimately, it is our family’s most valued besides our flat so it makes sense to take care of it well. And that is why the invite to the Bosch Roadshow sparks my interest.

The folks over at Raffles Place got lucky on 31 May 2012 as Bosch Automotive held a roadshow at the Chervon House and rained the place with lots of fun and goodies. Besides free car checks, 50% off on servicing and wipers, there are other products on sale as well as great lucky dip prizes like GPS and Digital Cameras to be won at the booth. While many car owners also get a chance to dish out their questions and chat with the experts over coffee, every visitor also get to walk away with a cute Figurine of Bob on hand.

It was a pleasure meeting Kelvin and Joanne and i am sure that Uncle Bob and his team had also enjoyed themselves with the crowd.

If you happened to be at the roadshow and had your picture taken with Uncle Bob, pop over to their Facebook page and rally all friends to vote for your photo now! While there, don’t forget to cast a vote for me too, mine’s the first picture on page 5. Thanks much and good luck all!

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After four years in a desperate state of struggling between surviving and dying, my orchid suddenly blossom again! Isn’t it amazing how nature work and how strong a single plant can be?

Hello Orchid, welcome to the world.  Your strong will of survival  have inspired me!

 

 

Happy New Year!

Do you make New Year Resolutions?

I used to do.

I used to get the prettiest diary that I could find and wrote in my neatest handwriting possible, an endless list of resolution on the second page of the book. Yes, on the second page, I have this little habit of leaving the first page of any writing book pure and blank for as far as I could remember.

As days turned into weeks and weeks turned into months, that lovely piece of manuscript would soon be forgotten and buried at the bottom of the stack on my desk. And when the year finally came to an end, I would then remorse and regret over what I should have done yet did not do.

These years, I have resolved to not making resolutions. Afterall, resolutions are meant to be broken, so why bother?

picture credit: http://www.bengallagher.com

Happy 2012!