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Tuesday, 24 December 2013

Joy + Suay-ness in Dec 2013



A summary of what had I been doing in Dec 2013 ~~

1 - 11 Dec
Juggling with nails, attended a couple of blogging events, airing winter wears to make sure they don't smell and pack the luggages until I shag.

12 - 19 Dec
Went for a 8 days tour to Beijing with family.  Temperature between -3 to 5 degree, but it was so dry that it didn't snow, wtf.  A visit to a ski resort with man-made snow was the only "console".

Managed to look quite glam without shaving my armpits for 8 good days lolxx...

Had seen The Great Wall, Tian An Men and Palace on TV numerous times ever since I was child.  When they stood right in front of me, I felt as if I walked into TV, the familiar yet strange feeling was indescribable joy.  Everything is magnificent with aged beauty of more than hundreds and thousands of years of history.

I will blog about this trip in detail before memory fades away.

On the second day while visiting 紫禁城 palace, I fell on a slippery slope.  My first reaction was to press my hand on the floor to prevent myself from landing on my butt.  The pressure was too great and I sprained my right wrist a little.  The pain subsided after a short while and I continued my explore happily.  In fact, I forgotten about it.  The "jia liat" part happened on the last day where I sprained it again while pulling my stupid luggage out of the hotel room for check out.  That's it.

20 Dec
Touched down Singapore around 5.40am wee morning.  After catching some sleep, went my trust worthy Ho Hong Meng Chinese Physician to bandage and secure my wobbly wrist.  Heng arh, can claim insurance.

 Then out I went to Copthorne King's Hotel for corporate nail service in the evening.  Yes, still can paint nails.  A few ladies were very nice to show their concern, I assured them I was alright ^^
Sooooooo...... tired, but I need to build up my portfolio and earn some keeps.  Many people envy self-employed, but 手停口停 you know.

21 Dec
Went for facial at Sylvia Skin Atelier which my bandage hand.  My skin was really bad after the trip.  Skin peels and yet oozes out oil like nobody's business.  I looked hideous >.<

Had a Christmas gathering at my kid sister's place.  Decent Sakae Sushi platters and a very special Lychee Log Cake from Pine Garden Bakery.
Ended my day pass 12am, again.

22 Dec
I spend my day packing up.  As much as I like to clear up all the rubbish, my hand just won't allow it.

Did a set of nails in the evening.  Hand pain.....

23 Dec
I called this day Susan 受难日.  Didn't know the rain was heavy, shared an umbrella with 2 sons.  We were semi-wet reporting to Tampines Sec School at 9am.  Yes, King Luis made it into the same school with his brother Darren.

Darren was such a darling to help us with most of the books, Luis and me (half handicap) really can't cope with the heavy load.  Had breakfast at Wendy's, not fantastic but we were warm with shelter for a while.  Brave through the wind and rain again to the ATM (not enough money to buy uniform) and back to the school.  I was WET, COLD, PAINFUL (wrist), HEAVY (books).   Call me pampered but I was never in such a pathetic plight.  But King Luis being able to get into Tampines Sec and filial act of Darren made my heart beaming with joy.  What more can a mother ask for....


By the time I reached home, I was about to die of fatigue.  I kept my last breath to nag and nag at hubby for not fetching us around.

Hubby:  Aiyo, like that my fault lah?

Me:  Of course your fault lah!  You know the books so heavy, then my shoes soaking wet ...... I walked so far to the stupid ATM  %$#@&...........

Hubby: *face palm, walks away*

I know very well it's not his fault, he needs to work.  I just have to vent my frustration and want somebody to acknowledge my suffers.  And always, the person who kena is hubby.  I guess is the same to everybody, the closest person always gets the most shit from us.

Had an appointment at 3pm, which was too much for me deal with.  The pain on my wrist got worst.

This is likely the last set of nails I had done for 2013.

After sending off my customer, went back to bandage my wrist again.  PaIn pAiN PAIN!!  Most unwilling to cancel this year's nails appointments, but I am left with no choice in this condition.  Hope that I'll recover fast enough to take in CNY nails appointments else I can forget about shopping in Bangkok at March 2014.

24 - 31 Dec
Taking a break to ease my body aches and rest my 猪手.   Not going anywhere for Christmas, I was out so much until I scared already.  I just want to hibernate.

Meanwhile put away all the old books and prepare my kids for school reopen.  Foresee new challenges in 2014, need more strength to move on!

Lastly Merry Christmas to my readers!
Treasure and be grateful to people us, strive hard for our goals, hold on to happiness with our palms!

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Friday, 20 December 2013

Changes at Hoshino Coffee at Plaza Singapura

Date of visit: 29.10.2013


First visit to Hoshino Coffee was quite some time ago around Feb 2013.  You may read about the my experience HERE.

Displays which looks incredibly tempting and edible.

I brought King Luis here again somewhere beginning of Oct cos' I know he will love the french toast.  The visit turned out a be a pleasant surprise with a 180 degree upgrade in service.  We felt so welcome this time.  No more black faces or bo-chap attitude.  Plain water was served as soon as we sat down, followed by menu.  The staffs are now more attentive to diners.  Saw how helpful and fast they responded when someone dropped her cutlery, requested for extra plate etc...


Good service + good food + cozy ambience = Re-visit.
Had hubby to join me this time.

Slumber onto the cushion seat, "deposited" my shopping bags and rest my tired feet while waiting my orders.


Hoshino Spaghetti S$14.00
Oriental style spaghetti with various ingredients.  The soft boil egg with lava egg yolk was a perfect "sauce" to the springy spaghetti.

Pescatora Seafood S$15.00
A common but delightful spaghetti.

 French Toast S$9.80
After a plate of spaghetti each, we were actually quite full.  But it's ashamed to leave without ordering their French Toast.  It's a "full already also must eat" item.  Sink your teeth into these thick and soft toasts, you'll drown in happiness and satisfaction.

So glad that they had improved their service and maintained the awesome standard in food quality.
It's now worth to queue and pay for.


Hoshino Coffee
68 Orchard Road
#03-84 Plaza Singapura
Singapore 238839
Tel: 6338 3277



Thursday, 12 December 2013

Fullhouse Signature



Formerly know as Fullhouse Theme Cafe at Hotel Rendezvous, Fullhouse Signature is relocated at Clarke Quay directly managed by the headquarters in Hong Kong.

An auspicious offical opening of Fullhouse Signature was held on 30 Nov 2013.
Image from www.facebook.com/mapwerkz


Lion dance not to be missed in any chinese joyous occassion!
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Picture with Fullhouse Family behind us - Daddy Thomas, Mummy Tracy, kiddos Tiffani and Tony ^^
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From the left - me (in case got new reader who doesn't recognise me), Peter Voo and King Luis.  Not sure when did this kid became taller than me, but he's still my baby boy.

Moving on, here's some interior photos of Fullhouse
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Fullhouse Family plush toys, cute and they created a warm and homely atmosphere.


Crystal chandelier blings.



Little things like these made me feel like having another wedding again (with the same guy though lolxx..)


You won't know how many "trial & error" we did just to get this pic.

重点:  beautiful wall paper and that cool ice-lemon tea.

With Daddy Thomas.

Elgena came to "replace" him, she had to half squat to "accommodate" my height, pai seh :X

Buffet spread was awesome ^^



We left early due to Peter's work schedule.  Never did we expect King Luis gotten the first prize for the lucky draw, but prize void since we were not present and went over to another lucky fellow.  I heard from a friend that it was a camera TT____TT   Oh gawd........ I am actually quite desperate for a camera........

Back to Fullhouse Signature, needless to elaborate, it is a fun-filled venue for wedding receptions, parties, corporate events, family gatherings.  Pretty interior design is elegant with cuteness which patrons of all ages will love.

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Fullhouse Signature
3A, Clarke Quay, River Valley Road, #02-04, Singapore 179020
Tel: (+65) 6338 0885
Fax: (+65) 6338 8280
Email Reservation: reservation@fullhouseworld.com

Opening hours:
Mon - Thu: 11:30 am - 1:00 am
Fri - Sat: 11:30 am - 3:00 am
Sun: 11:30 am - 1:00 am

Nearest MRT Station:
NE5 Clarke Quay MRT (about 5 mins walk)
NS25/EW13 City Hall MRT (about 10 mins walk) 
NS26/EW14 Raffles Place MRT (about 10 mins walk)

Bus Services:
54 from Scotts Road or 32 and 195 from City Hall MRT Station

River Taxi Services:
From Raffles Place MRT Station (Standard Chartered Bank Exit)

Tuesday, 10 December 2013

Be-dazzled Make-up Workshop by Pro Academy

*sponsored


Attended Christmas Countdown celebration "Be-dazzled Make-up" Workshop held by Pro Academy at Chic Kiss Love.


I ended up shopping before the workshop started.
Bought this peplum top for only S$17.60.
(ps. white patches on the mirror, not my skirt >.<)

Free belt with above S$15 of purchase.  Chose a pink belt with tinsel.
It's a steal, laugh until teeth drop ;D

Image from www.facebook.com/NuffnangSG

Pro Academy uses Serge Louis Alvarez (SLA) professional organic make-up from France.



Hands-on was great fun with pointers from Ms Linda Kuo, the Associate Trainer of  Pro Academy.

Ms Linda Kuo did eye make-up demo on our fellow nuffnang blogger.

 So happy when it was my turn!  Did sexy smokey eyes....
Photo credit and special thanks CK Chai for these clear photos.

...... with long winged eye-liner..... WOOT!  Though I looked a bit 打鸟 (crossed-eye) over here lolxx....
Photo credit CK Chai

Managed to grasp some tips for putting on eye-liners and blushers.
Photo credit CK Chai

Happy pic with Carman.

With Ms Linda Kuo, Associate Trainer with Pro Academy.
Born in Taiwan, Ms Linda Kuo, her profession prepares students for internationally recognized UK CIBTAC (Confederation of International Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology) Certificate for Fashion & Photographic Makeup.

In 2000 to 2005, her career made greater heights California and Los Angeles.  Settled in Singapore 7 years ago, Ms Linda Kuo passion in makeup has developed a client portfolio, creating beautiful faces for print, TV and corporate clients.

Christmas gift from Pro Academy - Duo eye shadow palette and glitter eye liner ^^

Happiness doubled up with goodie bag from Chic Kiss Love containing an exclusive Black Box.
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"Be-dazzled Make-up" workshop ended with a group pic with fellow Nuffnang bloggers.
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Makeup is not a must, but an essential skill to women.  It boosts a lady's confidence, portraits a well-groom and professional image.  Makeup is as good as magic, transforms a girl to a woman, an ugly duckling into a swan, a beautiful girl into a goddess, for my case - 

An auntie into ...... a super young looking auntie, 有木有?  Heehee.....

Hoping to pick up some basic and daily makeup skills or pursue a career in makeup industry, you may look at Pro Academy.
For more information, click in~~