January 2010

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Shopping Horror.

January 24, 2010 in Rants and Opinions, Shopping by somethingboutrenes | No comments

Most shoppers in Singapore are accustomed to first-rate shopping experience in most of our malls. Neatly stacked products on proper shelves are expected if not the basic of all shopping experience. Civilized people with elegance and poise walking along the aisle and fitting rooms are a common scene. At least this is my expectation when it comes to shopping in Singapore.

Never did I expect to be greeted with such chaotic mess during one of my shopping trip.

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Make a guess where this is!

Nope. This is not at a warehouse sale.

Nope. This is definitely not at a Pasar Malam (night market)

Nope. We don’t have street hawkers in Singapore like those in some developing countries.

You must be getting desperate. This is not at a WET MARKET!

This was found in Marina Square. Yes. You heard me. Marina Square -a reputed shopping mall at city centre.

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Whatever they are selling at the Branded Outlet Store, I am not going in there the next time, the people looked possessed.

Doraemon. Again.

January 24, 2010 in Miscellaneous by somethingboutrenes | 2 comments

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Cowwy D is enjoying my current read. HAH.

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Who moved Mousey D’s cheese?!

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I’m supposed to be a PIGGY D but ended up being a Cupidy D.

Speaking of Piggy D, MacDonald’s finally come to their senses that the Chinese Zodiac collection is incomplete without Mr Piggy D. Even though this year’s CNY falls on the Fourteen Feb, Cupidy D will always be a guest not a family in the collection. Mr Piggy D is irreplaceable. HAH.

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If you want a piece of Mr Piggy D, you’ll have to wait till April!

I can finally stop eating the unhealthy fast food for a little while just to collect these Doraemon which my sister adores. YAY!

Parcel.

January 23, 2010 in Family by somethingboutrenes | 6 comments

A parcel is on the way to Sweden to help save a group of poor Singaporean students who are deprived of local delights. I know some people may find sending parcels overseas expensive and impractical but the warmth and love you send over is priceless.

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First Layer: I am sure I can make some money if I distribute these to the various Universities with Asian students.

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Second Layer: Amandina recommended A1 curry! A1 curry kit is too heavy so I got this instead! HAH.

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Third Layer: Sister, I will use your Ang Bao money to reimburse these expenses! HAH.

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Forth Layer: These prawn rolls are KING PRAWN rolls. You better shop with me in your mind!

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Postage rate. $53.85. 1.99 Kg. Sweden.

P.S. Yirene these are precious supplies that should only be consumed in times of crisis! Remember to save some for CNY!

Beer and Stout.

January 23, 2010 in Miscellaneous by somethingboutrenes | No comments

Spotted an elderly couple drinking beer and stout during breakfast! What happened to coffee and tea?

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Gaia.

January 23, 2010 in Food by somethingboutrenes | 2 comments

Gaia Korean Restaurant
3 Temasek Boulevard
#03-10/12 Suntec City Mall
Tel: +65 6339 3313

P.S. I’m not experiencing Korean fever. Yes, I understand. There are too many Korean related entries – e.g Korean BBQ and BB Cream. I mean, what’s not to love?!

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The food was good, not particularly mind blowing but definitely above average and rather authentic. The differentiating factor which sets Gaia apart from other restaurants was their commendable service standard! Being in the service industry, I understand the challenges service staff faces and hiring the right kind of people with the right attitude really matters.  Throughout my dining experience, their service team was exceptionally attentive, responsive and friendly. I have nothing but praises for their outstanding service.

Some SbR readers may remember one of my New Year Resolution is to write compliment letters for praiseworthy service personnel and so I did. I’ve requested for a feedback card but they ain’t got any, and so with paper and pencil I wrote a long note filled with praises.

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Yay! One step closer to my Twenty Ten Resolution!

Engaged.

January 23, 2010 in Rants and Opinions by somethingboutrenes | 4 comments

It seems that many people caught a certain Facebook virus. This virus automatically changes your relationship status to “Engaged”. HAH. Or so I think.

Pretty Edible Pretties.

January 21, 2010 in Fashion, Food, News that won't make a Difference by somethingboutrenes | No comments

I love chocolates. I love shoes. This can be perfect.

But I don’t think I will ever put these pretties in my mouth. It’s just so wrong.

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“Frances Cooley, a cake maker, launched the range after discovering a vintage chocolate shoe mould in Belgium. She has developed a collection of individual shoes – including zebra stripes and polka dot versions – which she makes by hand in her own kitchen. … She said: ”People are wowed about them because it’s the perfect gift for a woman – chocolate and stiletto shoes put together.”

Source: telegraph.uk

Gold Caviar.

January 21, 2010 in Beauty Galore by somethingboutrenes | No comments

I am a happy girl! Jw’s girlfriend braved the snowstorm in Korea to help get my daily beauty essential! Hanskin’s Gold Caviar Gold BB Cream! Thank you! I hope you’ve won the battle with the notorious flu bug you caught in the snow!

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I love Hanskin’s BB cream’s

  • Texture: It is smooth and feels light on the skin!
  • Tone: It doesn’t make me look like a Geisha but gives a slightly lighten but natural looking skin!
  • Coverage: It conceals naturally yet allows my skin to breathe!
  • Additional Benefits: It has whitening, anti-wrinkle and SPF 21 benefits all in one! (Or so they claim!)

Wednesday. Friday.

January 20, 2010 in Miscellaneous by somethingboutrenes | No comments

I like Wednesday!

If not for Thursday I would have love Wednesday like I love Friday!

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Credit: PhotoMeHappy

Oh. I can’t wait to see you, Friday.

The Time Traveler’s Wife.

January 20, 2010 in Books by somethingboutrenes | 4 comments

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It is indeed a rare and startlingly original book. The extraordinary love story of Henry and Clare staged in a complex circumstance of Henry’s uncontrollable time-traveling genetic condition made my reading journey seems like a rollercoaster ride. It was intense and frustrating at the same time. Niffenegger made me want to fall in love, fall into an intuitive relationship without logic but with all my heart.

I think maybe, I already am?

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