Happy New Year!

Great World City Gold Class Golden Village Cinema Theatre

Today, I was very lucky because I get to try gold class GV at Great World City for the movie "Adventure of Tin Tin"! No need to idle around waiting for the movies because there is a lounge where you can eat/rest. It is quite similar to first class flight where you get to enjoy the lounge. However, there is nothing much here except some random magazines and they also served you some peanuts. M decided to order some food and I gotta say the food is quite expensive and taste just so so.... I was expecting some special services such as free ipad usage/special toilets but to my dissapointment, there isn't such service. You use the same toilet as a normal ticket! Talk about prestige? For additional prices, you are just paying for a waiting lounge and bigger comfy seats

Our seats are really spacious. but I heard other cinemas have separation wall between seats for greater privacy. I guess Great World isn't having all the extras..  They only provide a blanket to keep you warm, and no pillows! Hmmm..


Oh well, whatever it is, I just made myself comfortable for the movie and relax with my pot of tea. Also, I find it kind of ridiculous if you wanted to eat a full meal in the theatre. It's so dark that I have to feel my food, and the tables are in such a weird position for eating.  I guess the only perk is that there are only 3 pairs of seats occupied. If you ask me if I ever going to fork out triple amount for a movie here, seriously I won't.

Can you Say No easily? I really can't stand hardselling from beauty salon

(Credit: the Jessica Giggles blog )

Ok, I've been a girl who find it hard to say NO. Nicey girl you think? Yea, maybe because I just hate the word NO, so naturally I hate to say the word NO.  So when it comes to hard selling, I always seem to find it hard to say NO.  (I wish I could be those heck care attitude kind who couldn't give a damn)

And naturally I signed up for a facial package ( yes, hard to say no) and I told myself enough is enough, I want to get out of this hole. Once you stepped in, it's hard to get out. I happily went for my facials and finally when I was down to my last 2 sessions, the hard selling was brought in. I was actually glad I remained unscathed for the previous sessions. Now with just last 2 sessions left, I was confronted with the salesman tactics all over again. 

I escaped this time.. It was so good to say NO. I wavered, I hesitated but in the end I said the big NO. You know what, it was a liberating feeling, like the rebellious monster inside me was unleashed. I felt so confident walking out of the salon and feeling proud of myself having waved off the hardsell. Whoa, the feeling of confidence was almost on par with walking away with a much coveted branded bag! 

I wondered how long I can escape for the last 2 sessions, especially the last sessions. I was already thinking a series of tactics in my head. Maybe I could brave it out and just say NO in their face. Maybe I could just pretend I was sick and can't make good decisions. Maybe.. Maybe .. Maybe.. Aha..! Maybe I should just go for my facials without my wallet! I'll just bring a pathetic 10 bucks and walk in feeling poor.  I'll try this tactic and see if it really works...

At the core, it's just me. The fear of rejecting someone... maybe I was trying to please many people in my life, right down to some stranger who was trying to make me part my money.. Oh.. I wish I have the courage to say the big word NO easily! 

Regina Underarm Hair Removal Session Junction 8 branch #3

Another fuss free session! My underarm hairs are still there just that it is getting thinner. But seems like the growth rate is back to normal. Oh no~ What happened? Now I need to shave like once every 2 days. I am quite discouraged but I have to believe that it will get better. I now religiously exfoilate my underarm and apply moisturiser. I was thinking maybe I apply some Whitening cream under my arm. But I was quite worried as my underarm skin is quite sensitive.

Also I started using baking powder to wash my underarm. I heard baking powder has quite good washing power so I am trying it out here.

Waiting for my next session. Just can't wait to see the hair gone and raise my hands up confidently!

How to drink water?

(RBB@Taiwan)

We all know water is essential for the body, making up 70% of our entire body. Water provides life and help to flush out all the bad things. However, if they are drunk in the wrong way, it may cause water poisoning or burdening your kidney to work harder. So it doesnt mean drinking more water means better. 8 glasses of water is the recommended intake and it doesn't mean 8 glasses of  just water. It included soup/juices/tea etc.I came across one of these in weibo and decided to share with everyone.

Drinking water in the healthy way, your daily water drinking schedule

1st cup : 6.30am (detox & beauty)
2nd cup: 8.30am (caring & healthy)
3rd cup: 11.00am (rest & relax)
4th cup: 12.50pm (diet & detox)
5th cup: 3.00pm (awaken the brain & alert)
6th cup: 5.30pm (digestion  & absorption)
7th cup: 10.00pm (detox & digestion &blood circulation)

I tried as much as possible to stick to the time table. It was difficult and required a lot of determination! I do feel an improvement in my overall mental state like I don't get that lethargic easily. Also, drinking more water make me poo better too.  

In traditional Chinese medicine, drinking warm water is beneficial to the overall body health. It allows the body to function properly. Cold water is a big no no for women. Should you wish to drink cold water, avoid having ice in your drink and let the drink loses it heat somewhat before drinking it.  Yes! Ice blended drink is a big no no! 

Do not drink water after your meal or during your meal because this will dilute the gastric juices in your stomach which will affect digestion. The recommended time is usually 1/2 hour after your meal. 

I have heard drinking 1 litre (equivalent to 4 cups) of water in the morning. I think that's kind of crazy because usually in the morning I can only drink 1 cup of water and 1 cup of milk before feeling bloated.  However, I think the best way is to follow the schedule. I am not really fond of drinking water because I think it's tasteless and boring. So usually, I will add a bit of honey in my drink to make it at least "tastier"  Sometimes I cheated by drinking tea instead. I love tea, especially my ginger tea and jasmine green tea! 

Whichever it is, it is still important to replenish your body with water. No amount of moisturizer will help if you don't drink enough water. Trust me, your face will show! If your urine is a dark colour, please drink more water! Also avoid caffeine such as coffee. If you must have your coffee treat, drink more water after that! 

Ok, I am going for my water treat now~  Ok, I cheated... I am drinking tea... LOL! 

Regina Underarm Hair Removal Session Junction 8 branch #2

My 2nd session with Regina Bishan Junction 8 was fuss-free and quick. It took less than 15 minutes for the whole process: the usual routine of signing the form, changing clothes,zapping the hair follicles and underarm cooling cream.  Before I knew it, I was already booking my next appointment and out of the door. I actually enjoyed the process . In fact I find it kind of therapeutic like a spa. It's like a short "me" time where you can rest after all the rushing in your life. Of course, there is also the feel good factor of "improving yourself" and moving closer to your beauty goals. 

My underarm hairs have become thinner and the regrowth have slowed down somewhat. I just can't wait for the hair to be completely gone! 

Regina Underarm Hair Removal Session Junction 8 branch #1

Finally after months of consideration, I decided to take up the underarm hair removal package under Regina. I went to the Bishan Junction 8 branch. The whole session took roughly about 45 minutes - 30 minutes for consulation, 15 minutes for the actual procedure. Fret not, the whole zapping thingy takes about less than 5 minutes and you spend most of your time resting ( really like the cold cream after the zapping, it was said that there are whitening effect on the cream)

Anyway, I was worried it will be painful. My underarm hair is really very coarse and I did feel a little hot sensation when the zapping was shot. But other than that, it was rather painless and fuss-free. Before I knew it, it was over. The only discomfort I felt was to expose my ugly underarm to a stranger and the shaving process which was quite ticklish. The consultant Satsuki was very patient and when I told her it was ticklish, she became very careful with the shaving process on my underarm. It would be better to shave before you come if not the consultant will help you shave which makes the process longer~

The room was very clean and sleek. There is a cupboard for you to put your belongings and you will be asked to change and lie on the bed. The only thing I don't like was that there is no doors but curtains and it makes you feel insecure and it kind of remind me of a hospital (you know, how the nurse will close the curtain) After it was done, you will be asked to change and to make your next appointment.

 Some things to take note

** You cant zap if you are taking antibiotics or having your period.

** No deoderant/anti perspirant as it blocks the hair follicles.

**Shave before you go for your zapping session 

I had to come back 8 weeks later for my next session. I really can't wait for a silky smooth underarm.. I understand that it may not be completely hair free, just that the hair will become finer but that's what I am looking for as I am very embarassed to even wear sleeveless clothes.

On the way to nicer underarm~~!

More details go to http://regina.sg/

吴淡如的《掌握你一生幸福的主动力》

I just finished reading this book and it's really interesting! Every woman should read this! Its topics spans from financial to choosing the right partner for life. Using anecdotes as examples to illustrate a point, some chapters just leave me pondering about the issues！A great book for all women! 

“当贫穷贵公主比当富家仆妇好” 篇

这篇文章有让我震撼到了。也让我想了许多。。我想很多女生都偷偷想过想要嫁给有钱人，当贵妇，每天什么都不用做，就是喝下午茶，　不然就是去ｓｐａ．但这真的是幸福吗？含着金汤匙的男人通常是”“被宠坏的男人比较自我中心，不习惯察言观色，不太懂另一半的真实感受。跟他们一起通常只有在热恋才能当他的公主。一但熟悉，本性就恢复了，全世界都已他为中心”　你甘心当他生活的配角吗？每个女生都希望白马王子的出现，保护她，呵护她，当个完完全全的女主角。但如果世界变了，没有女主角，反而是男主角，你宁愿当个小小的配角吗？　当女主角还是女配角，我想要看各人吧？有些女人情愿当个无名的啦啦队，扶持着他，就心满意足了。这也就是我们所为的”成功男人背后的女人“。。也有些女人无法忍受爱情世界里，她没被捧在手心里，反倒是她娇小的掌心里，出现了个大大的他～全世界都围绕着他跑。。到底怎么样才是幸福呢？　被牵着走，　还是背后终有个身影呢？

吴淡如建议还是当个贫穷贵公主好。公主梦才能继续延续下去，做永远的女主角。。　王子以你为中心的绕阿绕阿。。。　这终必被忽略，　常被主人忘记浇水，给养分的玫瑰还好。。　不管在多么漂亮的玻璃世界里，有一天也会破碎。。也会枯萎。。还是当一个在花园栽种的玫瑰吧？虽然还是会经历风吹雨打，但最终，主人的用心呵护，还是会让小小的玫瑰，用力生活成长。你说对吗？　

嗯。。　看到这里，有点想通了吧？我没办法接收自我中心，不习惯察言观色，不太懂另一半的真实感受。因为我觉得每个人都是一个个体，都有自己的那把声音。如果整部戏都是男主角在唱戏，我想这场戏应该撑不了多久？不尊重对方的想法，就是不尊重她这个人，　因为他的心理的第一名永远都是他自己。这种人只会看待自己的利益，也计较，比较不妥协，不会为别人着想。。 

女人是虚荣的。她们希望嫁给有钱人，告诉全世界我老公又多能干吗？　不，你错了。其实，她们是想要炫耀自己有多高的”价值“，高的让一个条件那么好的男人屈服（至少钱财方面看的出很好）。总觉得一个人的价值绝对不能拿钱财来做衡量。因为一个有钱人也有一天没钱。。。　一个没钱的人也有可能一天变得富有。如果价值放在钱财上，你说，这有多不稳当阿！

我看我真的没有当贵妇的命啦。。 还是自己好好加油靠自己比较好啦！哈哈哈哈~

你今天心情如何呢？

credits : 几米 

你今天心情如何呢？

是甜密微笑

是疯狂大笑

是默默流泪

是痛哭一场

是呆呆凝视

是疑惑，是烦躁，是焦虑？

停！

嘘。。。

偷偷告诉你

看看窗外吧。。

你看到了吗？

蓝蓝的天花板

白白的棉花糖， 

绿幽幽地毯

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温柔的小手抚摸着发根

俏皮的玩着裙摆

你听到了吗？

小孩们追逐笑声

沙沙沙

树叶也唱起了歌

蝉声向起,乌鸦呱呱

你今天心情如何呢？

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