Leonids' Corner

Target

2011-01-24T11:31:00.004+08:00

I have set a target for myself this year. I need to make at least S$4X,XXX monthly but I am no where near. Not even 10% close to the monthly target. When can I ever hit it? :-(

Recently a friend refer someone to me. The deal was closed and I prepared an Ang Bao of S$200. She refused to take it. Is S$200 too small an amount?

1st take with Sprocket

2010-12-13T10:30:00.019+08:00

Made in Candy..... SWEET

2010-08-08T16:51:00.004+08:00

I was at United Square for dinner the other nite and stumbled into the candy shop. Bought the medium jar and it is almost finished. Sweet................

Will definitely go back and get a few more for myself & friends. Share the sweetness.

Productivity????

2010-07-27T13:51:00.004+08:00

A recent encounter makes me wonder what is the meaning of productivity????

I was smoking outside HDB Hub when 2 officers from the Suppression Custom apporached me. They have requested to inspect the cigarette. No question asked and I gave it to them. As a regular visitor to Malaysia, I usually will bring back a pack on my way home. Passing the immigration custom has never been an issue even with the pack of cigarette. But then, this is not the case when one consumed it openly in public and tax wasn't paid when entering Singapore.

I told the officers that it was my last cigarette from my last visit to Malaysia. They asked for proof of receipt which I no longer kept. They checked my bag and couldn't find any more cigarettes. Then they issued me a letter requesting me to pay a visit to 21 Keppel Road and produce proof of visit to Malaysia. Hmmm..... I wonder why?

Upon my visit to Keppel Road, the officer attended to me inform me that the proof is insufficient. It should be this, that & etc..... I wonder why I wasn't told in the first place. Then she told me I can make an appeal which I don't think I have the time to waste on this matter. I rather pay the fine there and then rather then go through all these. They officers who caught me could have offered me an alternative, to pay now or appeal.

The lady officer explained to me that without paying taxes, all cigarettes brought into Singapore are illegal. For those regular visitors to Malaysia, please bear in mind about this clauses. I offered to pay the fine of $500 and their system wasn't able to accept the payment at that very moment as it was not updated. She suggested that I make my payment at AXS probably 2 days later.

About 30 mins ago, I received a call from the lady officer who attended to me earlier. She informed me that the system is updated and it is now possible to make the payment. But in case the system didn't work well when I make my payment, I will have to return to 21 Keppel to do so personally. ??????????????????????????????????????????

I wonder what is all this about? ICA never bothered about cigarettes without paying taxes. Ignorant people like me think that since ICA never stopped so it is not an issue. Even offer to pay a fine is so difficult. Do these people think we are so free???

I have heard enough from people dealing with certain authorities. Appeal being misplaced and received a Court order. Departments pushing responsibilities. Conversations with officers and emails received from same department / authority have different requirements & etc...... If the promotion of Productivity is in this way, think most of us have done it - "Productivity".

1st HDB transaction

2010-07-02T10:23:00.008+08:00

A few months back, friend came to me and ask me to sell his unit at Strathmore.

I was very excited and as I have never sold any HDB before. My past records were all private properties.

Checked on HDB website and the unit I sold has been lodged. Transacted at $615,000.

Poor or "Poor"???

2010-06-03T13:47:00.005+08:00

A friend ever claimed that she has no money but has money for $6000 worth of other things. Does this mean she is poor?

Today, after having lunch, Sia and me were relaxing, sipping our drinks when a old man apporached us.

Uncle: "Have you taken your lunch?"

Me: "Yes"

Uncle: " I have no wife, no children and no money to buy food."

Okay, Uncle is begging for money. Maybe if I give him a few dollars, he will leave.

Uncle: "Can you buy me some food to eat?"

My heart sank. He doesn't want money. He wants food and probably hasn't been eating for days looking at his small built body. You know, there are people out there asking for money so that they can buy alcohol, cigarette and maybe drug. I was doubtful about this uncle till the moment he ask for food only.

Uncle: "I will only take vegetables and will not take meat. Will you buy me some food?"

Brought him to the mixed veg rice stall and he really just select vegetables with rice. I felt sad for this 84 years old uncle. When he was done picking the dishes, Sia told him to pick some meat dishes. That very moment, Uncle was delighted and picked a fish. This meal will probably last him a few meals.

Think I have taken things for granted. There were times I never finished my meal and here, there is an uncle who won't know when is his next meal.

Being Property Agent

2010-05-30T20:42:00.007+08:00

A job switch for me. I have never like being a Salesperson and now I have been in the job of selling properties for almost 5 months. At first, I thought why don't I try since I am getting tired of being given a price tag by others. But within a month in the job, I begin to like it. Not that it is an easy job but just that this give me more freedom to do my own thing (Study) whenever I feel like it.

You are your own boss, you decide how much you would like to be paid.

When I first joined the project at Telok Kurau without much training, I told myself that I must at least sell somthing within the first 3 months. Well, I consider myself fortunate that I managed to sell the Penthouse within 1 month in the the job and 2 weeks in the project. Thereafter, I seemed to get the flow of selling and managed to sell 2 more units from the same project. :-)

Now that I have moved to Lush on Holland. Wish I still have the luck. If I can sell at least 2 units there, then, I think I am really lucky. Min $2,000,000 per unit.

Project Marketing

2010-03-07T21:36:00.002+08:00

I have been involved with a development lately.
Managed to close a PH and 2 + 1.
I need to close more sales.
I want many more $10,000!!!!

Exhausted

2010-02-26T14:04:00.004+08:00

Been busy & really tried lately.
Attending courses from Mon to Fri.
Duties on weekend.
Meetings / discussions almost every other days.
Running around showflats & office.
Not so looking for the coming Accounting test on Wednesday.
There are projects to be done.
CES exam coming soon. (MUST PASSED!!!!!)

ARGH!!!!!!! I need a break.

Result is OUT!!!!

2010-01-19T15:19:00.003+08:00

Yesterday was the start of my 3rd (also last) semester

Got back the results for my last exams.

Phew...... PASSED!!!!!!

So glad that I dun have to re-take.

Surprisely, I got A for HRM. Hehehe......

Bumps in the road of LIFE

2010-01-08T09:54:00.004+08:00

Defeat or hardship in life is never permanent.

They are bumps in the road of life and you have to make a choice about how you are going to deal with them.

If you let them drive you off your course, you are simply accepting that you are a victim, and that your course is beyond your control.

If you look back with joy at how you dealt with those bumps in the road and overcome them, you are on your way to become a successful person.

Every obstacle is an opportunity in disguise.

2010

2010-01-04T16:13:00.004+08:00

Another year has passed.

What have I done in 2009?

What will I do in 2010?

Hmm...... have started 2010 without a job.

I have got no plan for 2010.

No resolution for 2010.

All I want is seriously find time to take a break and do nothing special.

Farewell to Mystic

2009-11-01T13:37:00.006+08:00

XM has finally decided to marry her off.
The transfer is in progress and by next week, she will be with another family.

I have fond memories with her. Travelling with her was fun and exciting. She has never failed to bring us home even though she was on the verge of breaking down.

I am gonna miss her. Hope the next family will take good cae of her like we have had.

Fluro Rubber Player by NIXON

2009-10-21T15:20:00.005+08:00

Portion of the proceed benefitting Boarding for Breast Cancer. Retailing at S$345.00.

Somehow, the watch looks like it is edible.

Missy Diana Mini

2009-10-14T10:22:00.007+08:00

After much waiting, I finally got my Diana mini. The stock kept running out upon arriving Singapore. This is the last remaining piece at Lomo Singapore. I practically force the Sales to let me have it.

Diana complete family - Diana, Diana Mini & keychain Diana +.

Work, study & no play is ....................

2009-09-06T16:50:00.002+08:00

Work, study and no play is;

Making me sick and tired.
Making me bored about my life.
Making me sick of work.
Making me not having sufficient sleep.
Making me want to quit my job.
Making me feel like just being a bump.
Making me lose my network.
Not able to spend time with hubby.
Not giving me time to go out there & gossip.
Not having ample time.

Should I just quit my job and concentrate in study????

Diana done it again .......... Mini

2009-08-23T17:13:00.006+08:00

There was a contest about new toy on the block. Many guess that it could be a No Nukes Diana edition since LC-A+ has just done it.

I would not fall for it if it is just No Nukes Diana. But but ........ they launched Diana Mini. Argh!!!!! Guess I must have this too.

About 17th August

2009-08-23T17:07:00.003+08:00

17th August 1973, I was born.
17th August 2009, my birthday.
17th August 2009, my HR course 2nd semester started.
17th August 2009, I got back my 1st semester exam..... PASSED!!!
17th August 2009, my 1st day at work with another Investment Banking Company.

17th August 2009 ................ damn busy.

Mum is fine

2009-08-07T10:28:00.001+08:00

The result came out alright. She is fine.
Nothing major. What a relief.

Another visit to TTSH

2009-08-05T09:43:00.003+08:00

Will be going to TTSH with mum again this afternoon. The test result will be out today. I pray that everything will be okay.

Don't think I can afford to go through another shock like 2 years ago.

Are we advance???

2009-07-29T22:22:00.004+08:00

A visit to TTSH with Mum.

She hasn't been feeling well so the polyclinic that she often visit has referred her to TTSH. Since I am not working, decided to tack along to find out more.

Entered the room and the doctor started to ask a list of questions.

First thought, she has been referred to TTSH, why TTSH hasn't been informed about her condition?

Second thought, why aren't the hospitals and clinics integrated to share patients' medical history?

In the event someone suffer blah blah blah........ and unable t seek immediate help from the usual practitioner, will the next that help eventually become a murderer? I am allergic to some medication, will the doctor who try to help might just as well kill me???

Letter for Dad

2009-07-22T10:23:00.008+08:00

Was at Mum's place last nite. Came across a letter from TP to Dad regarding an accident which happened slightly more than 2 years ago. An accident that took place just before Dad was dignosed with Cancer.

TP required Dad to attend Court and pay a fine for dangerous driving. Why send this letter now when he has left us?

I start to ponder ....... isn't Singapore technically adavance? Are the government bodies not link to each others? Don't they know he has left? Why send the letter now and RUB SALT ON OPEN WOUNDS???????

There are some family members who haven't been able to let go. There are some of us who are still affected by the lost..... especially to the children who are left behind and regret that nothing they could do to help at that moment. Regret that they haven't spend enough time to notice..... It hurts... IT REALLY HURTS.

If any government bodies ever see this blog, please be more considerate.

For those who love ones are still around, do cherish them. No matter how busy you are with work, play & etc, try to make times for them before you realised that you will never have chance to ..................

For Mum, you are all that I have left. I will do all I can to protect you...... I will not make you worry. I promised.

Labour Econ Exam

2009-07-15T16:26:00.004+08:00

I got the exam paper and one look, the MCQs look unfamiliar leh.

OMG, what have I done wrong??? Have I been studying the wrong topic for today's paper???

Did all I could and am glad that exam is finally over .... at least for this semester.

Will be getting my result back exactly on my birthday. Please be kind and let me pass.

Diana Instant Back - Trial Run ONE

2009-07-12T14:56:00.017+08:00

Finally done with the 120mm B&W Lomo film in order to start trying the instant back.

The 1st few shots of instant were horrifying. Didn't turn out the way I have expected. I thought something is wrong with the cam or the backing. Either nothing turn out or under-exposed. Finally, decide to add flash and change the mode to B. But adding flash is a wrong move, over-exposed. So, decided to stay on B mode without flash and finally, something decent appeared.

I found out that;

The view finder is definitely off focus. Very important to keep the image in the center of the foucs. But, do take note of the lens you use.

Some have problem getting the film to eject. Glad I don't have such issues.

Film counter is another problem. It should read 10 at the end of a pack but mine read 5.

Will run trail TWO and see how. If I still facing such issues, will go back to Lomo to have it replace.

*Fujifilm - S$12.50 a pack (10 in 1 pack)

DIY Scoot

2009-07-09T16:06:00.005+08:00

I couldn't start my LX today. Even if I managed to start it, it moved about 10m then die on me again. I tried so hard but she just refused to start again.

Checked the battery connection, nothing wrong leh. Battery still in good shape. Then one very nice uncle came & suggest that I change the sparkplug.

Wow!!!!! Where is the sparkplug huh???? I haven't done this before leh. NVM, found the manual and seem like not so difficult to change it myself.

I am so proud of myself. I managed to change it without anyone's help.

Vivitar Ultra wide & Slim

2009-07-08T11:01:00.007+08:00

Vivitar Ultra wide & Slim cameras. Cute.... especially the White angel.

Specification

Take 35mm

Aperture f8

Shutter speed 1/100sec

1st paper - DONE!!!

2009-07-06T17:02:00.002+08:00

I just finished my 1st paper on Business Management.
Required to answer 5 questions out of 7.
Think I am done with it.
I have forgotten those I have learnt.
Please please please let me just pass this paper.
I don't want to re-take this again.

Birthday Wishlist!!!

2009-07-02T15:33:00.005+08:00

I know some of you are cracking your head as to what to get for me.
Here are a few items for your thought.
All from www.lomographyasia.com

Unemployed

2009-07-01T16:42:00.010+08:00

Yesterday was my last day with OIS(A)PL. It wasn't just me alone. I realised there were a few who have left OIS GVA same day as me.

Being sacked is no good for your resume. Being retrenched is fine, at least you are still entitled to ex-gratia. But .....those were the days.

I was told recently by a friend that she has been retrenched and wasn't give any compensation. The company she worked for is a renowned company in Singapore.

Those of you who still have a job, don't complain. At least, you still have an income.

Now...... I can only satisfy my needs and not wants. :-(

New DIANA on the block

2009-06-23T21:36:00.004+08:00

Another new DIANA. This is never ending. What is next???
Multi-pinhole DIANA

Looking at this photo, I know what some friends will tell me.
"Something wrong with your cam." Kekeke.......

Hit 20K!!!!!

2009-06-21T22:05:00.009+08:00

Haha..... if you think I have won lottery and the pay out it 20K. Sorry, I am not so lucky. I also wish I won 20K then that will help since I am going to be unemployed. I am just excited that my xiaobai (Little white Vespa) has reached 20K. Exactly 20000km when I parked her.

Will be sending for full service soon. Another sum of $$$$ to be spent.

Advance birthday present, hehehe........

2009-06-19T14:40:00.015+08:00

To celebrate LCA 25th Birthday, June babies get 15% discount. So... I drag 2 of my girlfriends who are born in the month of June to Lomo @ Liang Seah.

The particular camera which I wanted was not available so I sat there relaxing while those 2 trying to figure out what they want.

She finally decided on an oktomat.

As for this lady here, she decided to get the fisheye2

As for me, I got bored waiting for them so I started to "doll" myself up. Now I am nicknamed Susanpotter.

Before we could leave the place, the salesperson came to poison me with instant back. This is way to expensive for a "instant camera". I could buy a mini 7 for about $109 and still have a balance of more than $50.

Then she went on that whatever I can do with my Diana, I can also do with the instant back which most instant camera can't. POISONED.

I was entitiled to the 15% b'cos of these 2 ladies. Beside that, they have decided to subsidise 1/2 of the cost as an advance birthday present for me. I feel Soooooooo lucky.

REMINDER: My birthday is coming soon!!!!

I miss ........

2009-05-26T13:42:00.004+08:00

As a working adult and a part-time student, there seem to be very little times left for perosnal hobbies.

I MISS ..........

......... meeting with vesporean
......... gossip with girlfriends
......... going shopping
......... photoshoot
......... holiday
......... freedom
......... kopi/teh session
......... movies

I want to go out & play.

*Semester break from 11 to 30 June. Feel free to chio me during these period before my exam in July.

Friends for granted

2009-05-13T15:11:00.004+08:00

When was the last time you meet up with a friend?
Where was the last time you chat with your friend?

With the improvement of technologies, I felt I have taken some friends for granted.

Presently, I would say almost everyone I know have mobile phone, internet access, email account, MSN, ICQ & etc..... With all these available, we tend NOT to meet our friends physically.

We always say "Chat on MSN", "See you on MSN" and blah blah blah........
I admit I am so....... VERY lazy that I don't even feel like making that call or even sms at times.
Honestly, chatting via these protals seem to make me becoming more insensitivity. The ringing of my mobile phone seem so annoying.

I must do something about it before I become less of a human being.
I will have to find time to meet, gossip and networking.
I must try to make my appearance.

Labour Econ Result

2009-05-12T09:03:00.002+08:00

I got back my paper. Scored 51/60.
View 1: Hmmm..... not so good leh.
View 2: Managed to passed consider I used to hate Econ. lol
Must work harder for my exam in July.

Feeling ......... unsure?

2009-05-11T15:56:00.003+08:00

This feeling has been bothering me for the past few days.

I feel insecure.

I feel that something bad is gonna happen but just confused cos' I can't figure out what is wrong.

Could it be my test result?

Could it be I just lost something and unable to find it?

Could it be I am losing my job soon?

I am losing my mind????

Labour Econ Test ....... result?

2009-05-05T15:54:00.001+08:00

Nope, I haven't got back my paper.
Lecturer needs another week.
Aiyo....... I wish to know the result soon.
If no good, I will have to work DOUBLE HARD for the exam.

Labour Econ Test

2009-05-03T21:40:00.002+08:00

I should be getting back my test paper this evening.
Think I have screwed up.......

Reminiscent

2009-04-29T14:41:00.002+08:00

I was going through some friend's album and saw this photo.

This was taken on the Cameron Trip back then.
These are the people whom I use to go on road trip with.
I just realised I have been with a bunch of crazy riders.

Can't stop thinking of ............ Lubitel

2009-04-23T09:35:00.002+08:00

First saw her at Lomo HK.

2nd, at Objectifs.

Dream of her almost everyday.

Can someone give her to me as a present???

Diana in an INSTANT (Price)

2009-04-13T12:43:00.002+08:00

The Selling Price is out.

HK$740 ( USD$ 99.53 )..................... abit expensive leh. Think I am able to get a instant mini at a lower price.

Pass, save my $$$$$ for something else.

My ride My Vesap

2009-04-07T10:10:00.005+08:00

I tried using slide and cross processed. This is my favorite.

樂魔 the Negative Effect PromoVideo

2009-03-27T14:15:00.006+08:00

This is about people who preferred film rather than digital. This is about people who love LOMOGRAPHY.

Are you one of them too?

Must watch this video, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qWkiQ4F88s

Probably will inspired you too.

120mm on Diana (2)

2009-03-26T09:37:00.013+08:00

It was raining and we didn't have the chance to go Waterloo to take pictures. As usual, we hung aroung Liang Seah and trying to make the best out of it.

This was taken at Objectifs. On going exhibition 'Dianalogues: Through a Woman's Lens‏' in conjuction with the International Women's day. This exhibtion will be held till 14th April 2009. The prints are for sale & 100% of the proceed wil be donated to AWARE (Association of Women for Action and Research).

Feel free to visit Objectifs - Centre for Photography and Filmmaking at 12A Liang Seah Street. Please note, operating hours is Mon - Fri 11am - 7pm, Sat 1pm - 5pm

Attempted to use the 55m wide angle and close-up lens. Unfortunately, hands not steady.

Another shaky hands situtation. :-(

QM and her "Edelweiss" Diana with fisheye lens finder mounted on.

Taken with 110m Telephoto len which is supposed to offers a chance to take a picture with a creamy background, yet a focused subject.

Am I FOCUSED?

Splitzer + Double exposure.

This could have turn out better if it is not for those stupid shaky hands.

Took the building 1st then the walkway of Liang Seah Street with other lomographers busy snapping.

The roll of 120mm negative is able to capture 12 or 16 pixs depending on which mask you are using. I managed to capture 10 for this roll cos'

I Forgot to take out the lens cover............

I will try to use 120mm positive slide on my next attempt.

Diana in an INSTANT

2009-03-23T10:52:00.004+08:00

What do I mean in an Instant? Well, it means polaroid lor.

Original, Diana only use 120mm. Then the people at Lomography decided to produce the 35mm back so that we are able to access the negative much easily.

Now...... they decided to have something like Fuji Insatnt Mini. So for those who like polaroid, might want to consider the following.

Coming in April 2009. Price not decided yet.

120mm on Diana

2009-03-21T23:01:00.020+08:00

Objectifs organised a course to discover Diana. So, out of curosity, I signed up for it.

Had my 1st lesson last Sat. Got to know a few others like me. Bought the camera but have not to utilise to the fullest.

We were each given a roll of 120mm ISO100 negative and was then told to go nearby to shoot. The MOTION of Lomography is Dun think, just shoot. So......... there I go.

There are some taken with multiple shot and some without even looking at the view finder. Tried the pinhole aka no len. I sat on the road to count 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000 .......... 8000. Shot the sun, the school & etc.......

Was fun and finally got back the photos today.

Vignettes. Finally managed to get it. Wahaha.......

This is rather fun. We were trying to take the 3 of us using different Dianas and creating the fisheye effect. Unfortunately, I wasn't using the view finder. Just had the camera on my head & snapped. So........ angle wasn't quit right. Where was I?

Multiple exposure
4 in 1

Pinhole
Told them not to move but they never listen. Aiyo.....

Will be collecting my 2nd roll of 120mm photos soon. A bit not so confidence as the weather wasn't good. I was confused with the aperture, B-mode and long exposure. Errrr.... should be very Uhmmmmm.

Liquidation & Frustration

2009-03-20T14:11:00.002+08:00

Ok, you told me you are going to liquidate the company. But can you be more precise???

I ask you last day, you give me end April, end May & .......... Hey, I really need to know WHEN!!!

I can't go on working not knowing;
1) Last day and I really mean last official day. Which date will the Legel inform ACRA???
2) Compensation. Monies are transferred in a monthly basis. No notice, I could be working for nothing if you don't transfer.
* Up to this point..... I really can't trust your words anymore. REALLY REALLY CAN'T.
3) Zeroised Account. Something that I just learnt from my Accountant though there is no such word as Zeroised.
4) What to do with the office equipments & etc.....

Office liquidating, I should be more relax. How come I am not???
Aiyo.......... think I am falling sick. Maybe I will be on MC.

Horizon

2009-03-13T13:11:00.007+08:00

I am tempted again. This time ....... by a Russian Made camera.

Panoramic photo taken by the Horizon

I was there on 21st Feb and now the building look so different.

Should I get the Horizon??? Price ranged from S$450 to almost S$1,000.

Diana F+ for colette

2009-03-04T09:59:00.012+08:00

Before I can digest with Diana F+ Mr. Pink which I saw in Hong Kong, another design will be avaliable.

Created in respect of International Women's Day.

The box will contain the camera and the impressive book "Dianalogues Part 1: Through a Woman’s Lens". colette selected 10 women from around the world to take part in the project: Fafi (Paris), Tommy (Londres), Linlee Allen (Los Angeles), Daphné Bürki (Paris), Claw Money (New York), Feride Uslu (Berlin), Shauna T (Melbourne), Helena Ichbiah (Paris), Sophie Toporkoff (Paris) and Jenny Mannerheim (Paris).

Lomography completed with 18 "Lomographers" chosen through a worldwide competition on lomography.com. The outcome is "Dianalogues Part 1: Through a woman’s lens": 144 pages of exclusive female perspectives coming from 28 artists, 12 countries and 4 continents!

Limited edition of 500 pieces.

Think a lot of lomographers will go crazy AGAIN.

Back in Singapore ................ bad mood

2009-02-26T16:07:00.004+08:00

I returned on Monday. Took an addition day to relax and got back to office only on Wednesday.

Saw this distrubing email;

"Please be informed that it has been decided to close the Singapore office. Consequently, the audit must be processed on a termination basis."

I am going to be out of job. How soon? I dunno.

ARGH!!!!!!!! Damp it.

Hong Kong

2009-02-16T12:59:00.010+08:00

I am so looking forward to my holiday even during this Market downturn.

Check the weather at http://www.hko.gov.hk/contente.htm, look like it is going to be between 17 to 24 degree when I am there. But, it is going to be misty most of the days with rain patch. I am bringing my rain coat...... maybe umbrella......... maybe rain boots too. lol

Just showed hubby one website which had Doremon design helmet. But there isn't a shop for it. Inquiry via email...... Sianz

LOMO HK having the Pretty in Pink Promo from 10 Feb to 13 Mar 2009. Wear PINK to the shop during these period and get free Lomofilm Redscale 100ASA/36 with any purchase. I am so going to LOMO HK. Marked my Mapking.

A few more days and I will be away. Will update when I am back

Diana F+

2009-02-10T12:27:00.007+08:00

Lomography kept coming up with new designs for Diana F+. I am so tempted to collect but I can't. Must keep the monies for rainy days coming ahead.

Diana F+ Mr. Pink

Diana F+ GLOW In The Dark

I will be travelling to Hong Kong next week and planning to drop by Lomography HK. Hope I will not be lured into get more cameras.

Skincare

2009-02-06T14:26:00.011+08:00

I finally placed my order with Yours Essentially after much comtemplation as to which item I should purchase.

Order loaded and Yours Essentially was very prompt in response and delivery. The package arrived in good very condition.

No spill and nothing broken. They included a Fuller's Earth Clay sample as free gift.

Deep Cleansing Scrub - A dry mix, add in wetting agent before using. The scrub gently deep cleanses the skin of dead cells and impurities, softens and smoothen the skin texture. Using a base of french green clay and coupled with healing herbs, it is suitable for most skin types especially problematic ones. It is also perfect as a gentle body scrub!

Revitalising Oil Cleanser - Works the same as the traditional OCM except that added in essential oils for additional benefits to revitalise and rejuvenate the skin, helping to reduce scars and prevent acne at the same time.

Camellia Oil - Non-greasy oil, easily absorbed. Contains skin restructuring and moisturising properties. Used in Japan for centuries to moisturise and condition the skin, hair and nails. Suitable for all skin types, from dry to blemished to oily and dehydrated skin. High in oleic acid, antioxidant, anti-aging properties. Contain Vitamins A, B and E.- Reported to diminish fine lines and pitted acne scarring, lighten freckles and reduces the appearance of pores. Prevents stretch marks. UV protectant.

Fuller's Earth - Composed mainly of alumina, silica, iron oxides, lime, magnesia, and water, in extremely variable proportions, and is generally classified as a sedimentary clay. It is a wonderful whitening clays and is exceptionally beneficial for oily and acne-prone skin. It is able to remove oils and impurities from the skin and produce a lightening effect on the outer epidermal layer.

So far, I have tried the Camellia oil as a body moisturiser. I would say not too bad. My skin no longer feel so dry and has reduced the itch I got from dry weather.

Looking forward to try the other products soon.

If you are interested to find out more, visit http://www.yoursessentially.com/index.php for detail.

Road Accident ...........Increased

2009-02-02T21:27:00.009+08:00

Was reading newspaper & it mentioned about more death occurred due to drink driving & etc.......

For example today, there was a car swinging left toward my lane when I was on my way home. I honked and the driver still didn't notice me till I was next to him. He dropped his mobilephone immediately after he saw me. STUPID & IDIOTIC!!!

Once the Traffic Police relax, the crime increased.

I really CANNOT understand what birdbrain do these people has.

Cars are very expensive in Singapore. If one can afford to purchase car, WHY can't they spend a little more on ear piece?????

Common drivers' habit
Talking on mobilephone
Eat while driving
Reading map
Looking left & right, not what ahead of them
Immediate E-brake
Reversing without checking blind spot & what is behind
& many more

Such drivers should go back to Driving Center and re-learn Road Safety.

More FINE should be given. Not forgetting demerit point.

I HATE THESE DRIVERS!!!!!!!!

Changes around us

2009-01-30T14:17:00.005+08:00

Sometimes back, I visited the photo shop and saw this photograph of Orchard Road say maybe 20 years ago.

During then, Wisma Atria was not built yet. The plot of land was Indonesia Embassy (if not wrong). The photographer told us that the pix was taken from the Carpark of Liat Tower. There weren't many tall buildings and you could see Shaw @ Beach Road.

Now......... you can't see that FAR anymore. This prompt me to take pictures of Marina IR. I am going to do this once every month. See Marina from nothing to................ Commercialization.

*Photos taken on 30th Jan 2009 at 14:20pm.

2009 Resolution - DONE

2009-01-23T11:44:00.007+08:00

As mentioned earlier, my Resolution for 2009 is to take up a new course.

I FINALLY DID IT!!!!!

I have signed up for the Diploma in Business & HR Resource Mgmt with SHRI. Course statring in March 2009 and end in September 2010. 18 months dedicated to STUDY.

Hope I can be disciplinde and finish my course.

Evian Facial Spray

2009-01-15T15:31:00.011+08:00

I purchased the Evian facial spray and use it in the office as the air here is really drying me up.

My understanding of this product is that it will tone, refresh and moisturize my skin. Spray it on and feel the cooling sensation as the millions of tiny micro-droplets are absorbed and instantly go to work to moisturize and refresh.

It does work as it mentioned and I feel refreshed everytime after I sprayed it on.

I have purchased a 400ml bottle and it costs me S$9.30. I don't usually see such a big bottle at the local pharmacies. Usually, only the 50ml & 150ml are on the shelf. FYI, the 150ml is sold at ~ S$10 at the local pharmacies. Unless you need a travel size to put in your bag, I suggest you get the 400ml.

Value for $$$$$$$

Diana F+ 2nd roll

2009-01-09T14:44:00.025+08:00

This roll really got me confused.

I dun recall putting any mask and set it in Pano mode but when the photos developed, everything seem not so"right".

Looking at these photos, it doesn't give me the pano feel yet there is a lot of over-lapping.

#10

#11

#12

#13

#14

#6 is my favorite among this roll.

If I stitch up # 10 & # 11, it will look pano lor.

Think I need a lot of practise and also must figure out the view finder......

Not so ez-link card

2009-01-09T14:24:00.003+08:00

The ez-link replacement exercise started TODAY.

I went about 11:00am to the TransitLink Office located at Raffles Place MRT Station and the queue was really miserable.

Only one counter open and there was a staff informing people in the queue that it would take 45 mins before they are being served.

To me, this is so ridiculous. Wouldn't it be better if more counters are open on the 1st day of exchange and especially at those MRT stations with heavy human traffic flow?

Overheard the conversation of those queuing;
Uncle: They are trying to discourage people from exchanging & why is the SMRT staff kept telling people that it would take 45mins and ask us to go to Bus interchange or Post Office to get the ez-link card changed. Everywhere is the same.

Aunty: Wow!!! This is so Singapore. Everything also must queue.

Fisheye Effect

2009-01-08T12:32:00.002+08:00

This has been there all the while but I never really take notice of it, 'Harmony'.

There we are, playing with our fisheye lens, fisheye camera and here we have something Fisheye effect naturally.

Take alook around your surrounding, you should be able to find the fisheye effect everywhere.

Hello 2009!!!!

2009-01-02T09:23:00.002+08:00

Another new year has come.

Looking back, what have I done in 2008? Can't quite remember as almost everyday passed very quickly. Or......... my memory has run short. lol

New year, new resolution. I must take up a new course this year!!!!!

Bye bye 2008

2008-12-30T10:47:00.004+08:00

Christmas is over and 2009 is approaching soon.

What have you done in 2008 and what is your plan for 2009?

I have a strong feeling that the company I am working for will be winding up. Especially when the company lost US 3 billion.

Whatever the case is, I still wish to have my bonus. Give me my BONUS!!!!

Butler Services

2008-12-18T12:11:00.008+08:00

Have you ever encountered that times not enough?

You wish you have more than 24 hrs to work, play & run errand?

Or you are new in Singapore and need someone to run personal errands and deal with the government sectors?

Why not consider The Lady Butler???

Knowing the market situation, you might be wondering why would one pay others to run such errands? Honestly, you will have lesser times for yourself under such circumstances. You need to work hard and prove to be a valuable asset to the company. You might have to work a longer hours than you use to. Hence, outsource such services might be unavoidable.

On the other hand, if you are already holding an important position, the more you would not want to waste your precious time on errands. You would rather hire someone to be your personal shopper and upkeep your home. The moment you are done with your work and play, you reached home knowing everything is well taken care of.

Peace of mind.

Diana F+ 1st roll

2008-12-16T10:27:00.029+08:00

Finally, I managed to get it done and sent to the lab on Sunday.

I used the Diana+ 35mm Back with 1 of the 4 masks which came with the kit. When I collected the photos, there were a lot that were over-exposed. I am not disappointed at all. At least something came out from my 1st roll. I have heard people who have nothing at all. Reason being, they forgot to take off the lens cover & etc....... That is really hilarious.

From the top of the world (Farrer Park)

Double exposure

I took the tree first then took Sia. This is unlike digital camera which you can see instant result. After taking this photo, I kept wondering if I have taken the len cover off. And YES!!! I did.

Love the way this photo turned out.

Another double exposure
Think I forgot to wind the film.

Here are some of the over-exposed, 'did I or did I not wind the film?' and 'I don't remember what was I aiming at?'. Lol.

Can you see me? Can you see Sia? Can you see us?

Guess whose sexy lips?

Took this when the bike was moving.

The splitzer somewhat failed.

Can you see the crab? It is there cover under the sands and with algae growing on its body.

Center clear but side blur. Does this mean I FOCUS very Well?

That is all for now. Winding 2nd roll................................

Diana+ Dreamer

2008-12-15T15:21:00.002+08:00

Sia has been very supportive on my new found hobby. But, I was told that I am not allowed to end like the cameras collector whom he found on the internet. He doesn't like the house to be clustered with lots of things and make the house cramp.

But then again, he came and poison me with this.

Fortunately, this is not a camera which I can get from the local shops. If not, I will be at the shop immediately after work. Hahaha.......

My Diana

2008-12-12T15:53:00.014+08:00

Ok, got the kit last Sunday. Read the manuel and input the film. I am only on my 9th exposure. Before I finish snapping and develop the film, take a look of what I have.

My Diana on the tripod

Lomo notebook, album & buttons
I am still tempted to get the actionsampler, pop9 & etc...... Best, Diana of the 60's. Think I am CRAZY.

Lomography

2008-12-09T10:42:00.009+08:00

My Love - Diana F+

OMG!!!! I finally got the Diana F+ Deluxe Kit which I wanted.

Bought this kit on Sunday @ Kinokuniya Taka with a 20% discount. I was excited but hold the excitment. I decided to be good and read the manual before I lay my hands on Diana.

There is so many different pixs I could do with Diana. Fisheye, 38mm Diana+ Super Wide Lens, 55mm Diana+ Wide and Close-Up Lens, splitzer & etc........

Excited, excited , excited............ I can't wait to take some photos and see how the pictures turn out.