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RECIPE: Prawn Crackers

2011-07-22T10:58:00.000+08:00

How To Make Prawn Crackers

RECIPE GUIDELINES

The recipe should be looked at as a guideline for ingredient ratios. The aim is to try to keep the ratio of prawn meat to tapioca starch at 1:1 or less (ie more prawn than tapioca starch).

1 kg whole prawns to yield 500g prawn meat after deheading and shelling
100g tapioca starch for making paste & additional 400 g tapioca starch for making dough
200ml prawn stock (made from heads and shells)
3 - 4 tspn salt or to taste
ground white pepper
2 tspn baking powder

Prepare Prawn Stock

Remove heads and shells from prawns. Using a small sharp knife, de-vein the prawns by making a slit along the back of each prawn and removing the intestinal tract. Dry the prawn meat with kitchen paper and set aside.

Place the heads and shells into a large pot with enough water to barely cover.

Image: Siu Ling Hui

Bring to the boil and cook, uncovered, until the liquid is reduced to approximately 300 ml. The reduced volume of liquid doesn't have to be precise at this stage - the aim is to get as much flavour out of the heads and shells as possible and achieve a concentrated prawn stock.

Image: Siu Ling Hui

Make Prawn Starch Paste

This is akin to the sour dough starter in bread making.
Strain the heads and shells from the prawn stock and measure the amount of stock. Weigh the prawn meat. For every 500 g of prawn meat, you require 200 ml of liquid. If the stock is greater than 200ml, boil it down to 200 ml. If you have say only 425 g prawn meat, boil the stock down to 170 ml. The arithmetic for the ratio calculation is as follows:
425 ÷ 500 = 0.85 or 85% of the base reference weight of 500 g

Therefore, you only need 85% of the 200 ml liquid that applies for 500 g prawn meat. 85% of 200 ml is 170 ml.

Weight of prawns central to amount of other ingredients. Image: Siu Ling Hui

Reduced Prawn Stock. Image: Siu Ling Hui

Weigh out 100 g of tapioca starch for 500 g prawn meat. Again, if you have less prawn meat, use proportionately less. Sift the starch into a small bowl.

Gradually add boiling hot prawn stock to the starch to make a sticky paste. If your stock is very dense, it will be more like a dough ball as illustrated in this picture.

Prepare The Prawn Meat Paste

In a food processor fitted with a steel blade, blend the prawn meat together with salt and pepper to a fine paste.

Grind prawn meat to fine paste. Image: Siu Ling Hui

Add the tapioca starch paste that you have made in the previous step and blend until the mixture well combined and homogenous.

Ground prawn meat with prawn starch paste added. Image: Siu Ling Hui

Make The Dough

Sift 400 g tapioca starch with 2 teaspoons baking soda in a large bowl. Transfer the prawn paste to a separate large bowl.
Gradually work the sifted starch into the prawn paste until you get a malleable dough. You don't want the dough to be too dry: add only enough starch to take the dough to a state where it can be easily handled and formed into rolls.
Depending on how damp the prawn paste is (which depends on how well you dried off the prawns and the stickiness of your tapioca starch paste), you may not need all 400 g tapioca starch. And that's a good thing as it means you will have a very high prawn content in your crackers!

Prawn "dough". Image: Siu Ling Hui

Form Dough Into Rolls; Then Steam

Form the dough into cylindrical rolls of between 3 to 5 cm in diameter. You can do this "free hand". What I do to get evenly shaped cylinders is to roll the dough using a sushi mat lined with cling film.

Lightly grease the base of steamer trays or line them with damp muslin. You can use large bamboo steamers similar to the ones you see at dim sum places but they retain the smell of prawns afterwards. However, as they are relatively cheap, you can just throw them out after each use. Don't put the rolls on plates to steam as water will collect on the plate and turn your dough into a soggy mess.

Make sure the rolls are spaced well apart as they will double in size during steaming.

Prawn dough rolls ready for steaming. Image: Siu Ling Hui

Steam the rolls over rapidly boiling water for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the diameter of your rolls. If your steaming vessel doesn't have a vented lid, either leave the lid slightly ajar to allow steam to escape or drape damp muslin or tea-towel over the rolls to stop condensation whilst they are cooking.

Prawn dough rolls soon after steamer lid is removed. Image: Siu Ling Hui

Slice The Rolls To Form Crackers

Place the cooked rolls on a wire rack to cool completely. Wrap each roll with cling film and refrigerate overnight. This allows the rolls to firm up for easy slicing.

Rolls firmed up after refrigeration, ready for slicing. Image: Siu Ling Hui

Using a sharp serrated knife, slice the rolls into slices of around 1 mm thickness.

Cut rolls into thin slices. Image: Image: Siu Ling Hui

Dry The Prawn Cracker Slices

It is important the crackers are thoroughly dried and very hard. They will not puff up properly on frying if there is moisture present.

Prawn crackers are traditionally sun-dried, a process which takes several days and good weather on your side. Drying overnight in a dehydrator is the most efficient way but in the absence of a dehydrator, leave them on wire racks in a dry airy place (a sunny spot is ideal but not essential) for at least 24 hours until quite well-dried out and then complete the drying in a very low oven for several hours.
To dry the crackers in a dehydrator, spread the slices in single layers on the food dehydrator trays. Set the dehydrator at the lowest setting (35ºC) and dry the slices for at least 18 hours.

Prawn cracker slices spread out to dry in food dehydrator. Image: Siu Ling Hui

When they are completely dry and hard, store them in an air-tight container in a cool dry place until required. I keep mine in the refrigerator.

Prawn cracker slices after 18 hours drying time. Image: Siu Ling Hui

Frying Prawn Crackers

Deep fry the crackers in very hot oil. As they will puff up within seconds of being placed in the oil, fry only 4 -5 crackers at a time so that you can remove them very quickly. Drain the cooked crackers on kitchen paper.

They can be served immediately or stored in a large air-tight jar (you'll find the jar empties very quickly!). Enjoy!

Drain fried crackers on kitchen paper to drain off any oil. Image: Siu Ling Hui

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誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

RECIPE: Making beef bak kwa at home

2011-07-22T10:53:00.000+08:00

Making beef bak kwa at home

Ingredients:
1kg minced beef
1 cup sugar
4 tbsp fish sauce
2 tbsp rice wine
1 tsp five-spice powder
2 tsp sesame oil
2 tbsp light soy sauce
1 tsp salt
1 tbs red food colouring

Method:
1. Mix all the ingredients except for the beef in a large bowl. Add the minced beef and marinate for at least 2 hours.
2. Preheat the oven to 100C/210F. Grease baking trays. I used 2 since it was all I could fit into the oven.
3. Oil the baking trays generously with cooking oil. Spread ( using the back of 2 oiled spoons ) the marinated minced beef thinly onto the baking trays, approximately 0.5cm or thinner.
4. Place the baking trays in the oven, either on the same shelf if your oven is big enough or on two different levels. Dry the mixture for 60 - 70 minutes with the oven door ajar. Switch the baking trays halfway through if they are on different levels. Flip the beef when one side of it becomes dry/slightly charred, in order to cook the underside. The time depends on how thick you’ve spread the mixture. It might be a plus minus 60 minutes. It really depends. You just have to watch and cook it till you think it’s best.
5. When done, the mixture will be semi-dry (some liquid from the marinade may appear around the beef) and the beef will shrink slightly away from the edges of the baking trays. Remove carefully from the trays and cut into smaller squares or rectangles as you wish.
6. Place all the meat onto a baking/grilling tray or broiler and bake for a further 5 to 8 minutes on each side. It should sizzle and caramelise nicely; make sure the edges do not become charred.

cr: sarah-loft.com

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誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

RECIPE: Organic Chicken Jerky (Organic Chicken Bak Kwa)

2011-07-22T10:49:00.002+08:00

Organic Chicken Jerky (Organic Chicken Bak Kwa), adapted from Little Inbox
Ingredients:

1/3 lb (150gm) organic ground chicken
1tbsp light soy sauce
3 tsp brown sugar
few squirts of honey
1/2tbsp cooking wine
1-2tsp canola oil

Directions: Mix all the seasonings in a bowl. Add 3/4 of seasonings (keep remaining in a bowl) into ground chicken; add in cooking wine, canola oil. Mix and combine well in a separate bowl, marinating the ground chicken, set aside for about 15-20mins. Preheat oven 350 degrees F. Lay the marinated chicken onto parchment paper lining a flat baking tray. Use another parchment paper* as the "tool" (or acting like a "glove") to press down the chicken, flat and thin.

Bake at 350 degrees F for about 15-20mins (Note: Do not cover the ground chicken with *parchment paper when baking). (Note1:At the halfway mark, remove tray from oven, brush the chicken with remaining seasoning + more squirts of honey; turn chicken jerky over on the parchment paper, then brush with more seasonings + more squirts of honey - this ensures more caramelization at the surface due to the honey and sugar). Send it back to oven with other side up and continue baking for the rest of 20 mins.

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그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

RECIPE: Homemade Pork Jerky (Bak Kwa/Yoke Gon/Long Yoke)

2011-07-20T17:40:00.001+08:00

Homemade Pork Jerky(Bak Kwa/Yoke Gon/Long Yoke)

Ingredients:1 kg ground pork (50% fats and 50% lean meat)

Seasoning:

2 tsp fish sauce
2 tsp soy sauce
200 gm sugar
1/8 tsp 5 spiced powder
1/2 tsp cinnamon powder
1/2 tsp white pepper
1 tbsp oil
2 tbsp Chinese wine

Method:

1:Combine ground pork with all the seasoning,mix well.Pre-heat oven to 250 F.
2:Prepare 2 large baking sheet with parchment paper or baking sheet .Spread meat as thinly as possible to cover the whole sheet. Use spatula or flat knife to smooth surface.
3:Bake in oven for 15 minutes or until firm to the touch.Remove from oven and using a scissor or pizza knife to cut meat into your desire size or shape.
4:Turn oven setting to broil or you can use open grill to grill the final step of bak kwa.This is critical step,must watch the flame in order not to burn the meat.
5:Serve bak kwa with bread as sandwich or as it's...

#1:Combine the meat with all the seasoning,mix well

#2:spread the meat mixture as thin as you can on the baking sheet lined with parchment paper

#3:bake meat in the oven for 15 minutes or until firm

#4:remove meat from oven

#5:use scissor or pizza knife to cut the meat to your desire size or shape

#6:then use broiler or open grill to grill the meat for the final part..

* I wanna try this soon!!!
GOD I LOVE BAK KWA!!!

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그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

Accessory Report:Black Sashes

2011-03-01T14:13:00.001+08:00

Accessory Report:Black Sashes

Accessory Report: Black Sashes

Though skinny belts are certainly in their prime this spring, they aren't the only waist-hugging option you can incorporate into your wardrobe. Behold our current obsession du cinch: the black sash! No longer relegated to little girls' party dresses or bridal gowns, the black sash is now defining waists on both runway looks and red carpets alike. Whether it's snugly tied in a small, prim bow or long and loosely knotted, ladies like Eva Mendes and Emmy Rossum are embracing this easy-to-wear accent and we think you should too. It adds a touch of unfussy attitude to anything it's paired with—whether that's rainbow bright stripes or romantic frocks—which is why we're spotlighting black sashes in today's Accessory Report!

Now, if you're searching for a top-tier runway reference for this sweet accessory trend, look no further than Sonia Rykiel's colorful S/S 11 collection. Rykiel showcased a slew of sashes—specifically, obi-like belts—wrapped around pleated paperbag pants, color-block cardigans, and tops with zippy stripes. Speaking of the latter, we love how Rykiel used a knotted black sash to break up the contrasting stripes of the Cotton Stripe Multi Stripe Sweater ($795, 212.396.3060) and Cotton Stripe Plisse Culottes ($890, 212.396.3060) combo shown above. The resulting outfit is playful without being overly girly, and decidedly refreshing.

Of course, there are many ways to wear the black sash, most of which do not involve sporty stripes. In fact, the majority of our celebrity examples seem to prefer the sash as an accompaniment to their dressier, print-free looks. In these instances, the dash of black serves as a palette cleanser, removing some of the sweetness from unabashedly feminine pieces. For example, last month Emmy Rossum attended a party celebrating Genlux's Winter Issue wearing a head-to-toe DKNY runway look comprised of the brand's Maraschino Silk V-Neck Shirt ($195, 800.231.0884), Rouge Cotton Poplin All Over Frill Skirt ($395, 800.231.0884), Black Cotton Twill Sash ($45, 800.231.0884), and Rouge/Maraschino Leather Ankle Strap Pumps ($395, 800.231.0884). Now, imagine that pink ruffled skirt and red blouse without the black accent at the waist—very different right? "The bow sash is like a perfect frame—it gives definition to the look," says Jane Chung EVP of DKNY Design, and we completely agree. In this case, it keeps the colorful combo from looking too girly and really elevates the outfit: talk about a high-impact accessory! Carolyn Murphy used a sash in a similar way a few months ago, when she arrived at a celebration for W magazine's September issue. The supermodel made her peach chiffon dress look a little stronger by adding a short black sash—tied in a jaunty, off-center bow—and black ankle boots for a thoroughly delightful ensemble.

In addition to taming an ultra-feminine frock, a bow-tied sash can also be used to update a retro-inspired piece, as Eva Mendes and Lea Seydoux demonstrated recently. Mendes attended the 2011 Spirit Award nominations in Hollywood wearing Peter Som's Bouquet Floral Chiffon Dress ($2475, 212.221.5991), which comes with a long sash. Alone, the floral maxi would have a very '70s bohemian look, but the addition of the statement sash takes the dress out of that specific era and makes it much more contemporary. Leydoux gave us another great example when she attended the Los Angeles premiere of Somewhere in a '50s-inspired, sleeveless, button-up dress. The combination of the full, flouncy frock and retro ankle-strap heels give off a ladylike charm, but the sash tied in the middle keeps it from feeling saccharine.

Happily, executing this smart dressing idea is a rather simple task. First and foremost, you need a sash. Our suggestion: head American Apparel and pick up The Sash ($16), or try to snag DKNY'sRunway Sash Belt ($45) or Halston Heritage's Skinny Sash Belt ($95). From there, if you're looking to recreate Emmy Rossum's sweet combo for Valentine's Day or just love a fresh pop of color, try pairing Equipment's Hard Feelings Blouse ($175) in Red with either ASOS' Flippy Hem Jersey Mini Skirt($26) or Kimichi Blue's Full Skirt ($48). Just make sure to tie your sash in a prim bow and shift it to the side to give your look a Rossum-inspired playful finish. Those of you who love Eva Mendes' take on the trend will want to pick up a floral maxi or two. Our favorites are Lipsy's Lace Trim Floral Maxi Dress ($107) and Rebecca Taylor's Runway Dress ($407); both floor-grazing frocks will take you straight through spring and summer. Finally, to master Lea Seydoux's retro pick, you should definitely check out Topshop's Cream Spotted Scallop Collar Dress ($55). Simply tie your sash so that it hangs in a loose bow in the center and you'll have nailed this look!

Of course there are a handful of lovely, ready-made styles available too! For example, we are head-over-heels in love with the relaxed fit of L'Agence's Ruffle Front Tank Dress ($340) and adore Madewell's simple and sophisticated Snapshot Dress ($145). Nasty Gal's Fuschia Silk Wrap Dress ($94) is also definitely worth checking out—the price is right and its bold color is a fresh choice for spring!

Photo of Emmy Rossum, courtesy of Getty Images, photo of Caroline Murphy, courtesy of WENN, photo of Lea Seydoux, courtesy of Bauer-Griffin, photo of Sonia Rykiel, courtesy of First View

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그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

久々の日本。。。

2011-02-25T01:34:00.000+08:00

久しぶり。。。
日本。。。

ジェジュンは日本で行きました。。。
今日は渋谷とお台場で行きました。。。
とてもいいですね。。。
私も欲しいです！！！

渋谷、、お台場、新宿、原宿、銀座、御殿場、六本木ヒルズ、築地市場。。。
ポドナム、ばくんだん屋のつけ面いろいろ。。。
日本はいなくて寂しいよ。
ずっと考えているよ！！！

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专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

Nil Sine Labour

2011-02-14T15:36:00.001+08:00

Our Motto:
Nil Sine Labour
Nothing without labour

Our Hallmarks:
Outstanding
Core Values | Character, Compassion, Learning

Outperforming
Core Values | Excellence, Innovation, Partnership

Out having fun
Core Values | Camaraderie

________________________________________________

College Anthem:
Victoria in Singapore
There are other schools we know
Victoria is something more
The school that watch'd us grow

For here we've learnt and striven too
And played the sportsman's game
Victoria we give to you
The honour that you claim

Victoria, thy sons are we
And we will not forget
Victoria, thy triumphs see
And victories we share yet

For others came before and went
And carried to the world
Victoria's fame and our intent
To keep her flag unfurled.

________________________________________________

Our Crest:

Yellow

Yellow is the colour of royalty in Asian cultures. In our context today, it takes on the meanings that were once associated with royalty, including DIGNITY, leadership and a concern for the welfare of others.

Red

Red symbolises the UNIVERSAL BROTHERHOOD AND EQUALITY OF HUMANITY.

Book

The open book symbolises the KNOWLEDGE and WISDOM acquired through lifelong learning.

Torch

The torch symbolises TRUTH and the passing on of a tradition.
It also illuminates the way of Victorians who venture forth to excel beyond Singaporean shores.

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그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

Demure & Resoulte - Every TKGian is a Leader!!!

2011-02-14T15:22:00.001+08:00

TKGian Philosophy:

Our Motto:
Moribus Modestus (Demure & Resolute)

Our Values:
Determination, Integrity, Humility, Graciousness

Our Vision:
An accomplished young woman of character & grace.

Our Mission:
"Every TKGian is a Leader"

We aim to nuture every TKGian to be a leader who Acts with Determination, Serves with Humility, Leads with Integrity,Grows in Graciousness and builds on the past to meet the challenges of the future.
_________________________________________________

TKGS School Song:

We cannot all be heroes and thrill a hemisphere,
With some great daring venture, some deed that mocks at fear.
But we can fill a lifetime with kindly acts and true,
There's always noble service for noble souls to do.

We're not all blessed with beauty nor everyone with brain,
But each from every other has something good to gain.
So let us make an effort to keep it as a rule,
That each one needs the other within the Katong school.

Then let us fill the hours with minutes truly spent,
In helping one another towards a true content.
So let us serve in honour and work for selfless fame,
For credit of our country and glory of her name.

MP3 WAV

_________________________________________________

School Crest:

Our School Crest consists of six symbols.

At the tip of the crest, a majestic LION stands on top of a TOWER .

Adorned with the colours of gold and maroon in four separate panels are the symbols of TURTLE , WHEEL , LAMP , and WINGED SHOE .

LION	The majestic Lion is a symbol of Singapore. It signifies courage and nobility.
TOWER	Beneath the Lion is a mighty Tower. The Tower symbolises our school, a citadel of learning.
TURTLE	The Turtle is a symbol of our "Katong" school. It also represents wisdom and accumulation of knowledge, while providing an anchor by virtue of its steadfastness.
WHEEL	The Wheel guides us in our endeavours, giving us purpose, direction and the determination to succeed.
LAMP	The Lamp symbolises our continual quest for knowledge and learning.
WINGED SHOE	In Greek mythology, the Winged Shoe is the shoe of Hermes, son of the Greek God, Zeus. It symbolises physical and mental agility, ingenuity and adaptability.

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동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

テンガ卵！！！

2011-02-09T00:51:00.000+08:00

これは何ですか？

lol...
juz realised what i was looking at in the cube store!!!
http://www.tenga.co.jp/e/products/egg/egg_001_wavy.php

ah the wonders of Japanese innovation & creativity...

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专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

Society's GREAT Expectations... but where art thine?

2011-02-08T23:29:00.001+08:00

People expect TOO MUCH...
From birth till death...
We're CONSTANTLY, ENDLESSLY being EXPECTED to fulfil OTHERS' GREAT expectations...
But where art thine?

Birth - cuteness... learning abilities...
School - academic results... excellence in extra-curricular activities...
Work - salary increments & climbing the corporate ladder...
Singlehood - boyfriend/girlfriend calibre & quality... Tying the knot...
Marriage - buying house... buying car... having kids...
Middle age - paying house and car loans... kids' education fees...
Old age - self-improvement... extended retirement ages...
Death - insurance... inheritance for younger generations...

Yes...
Even in death, people have expectations of you that you have to meet...
Isn't that scary?

BUT....
WHERE ARE YOUR OWN EXPECTATIONS?
It IS YOUR OWN life...
Why don't you have MORE say in it?
Why do you have to slave away your life trying SO HARD to meet everyone's demands?

I REALLY DO NOT UNDERSTAND...
It's even come to the depressingly SAD point that it is NEWS to see singles having to hire social escorts to pose as their boyfriends/girlfriends to "fight off" all the negative remarks and questions being thrown at them during Lunar New Year...
And BOY it doesn't come cheap...
Rates can differ WIDELY according to who (they meet), where (they go), and what (they do)...
*phew!*

Don't people even realise that it's becoming a self-fulfiling prophecy?
The MORE parents and relatives pressure them about being single, the MORE they are straying from the passion of wanting an actual relationship!!!

The Pygmalion effect, or Rosenthal effect, refers to the phenomenon in which the greater the expectation placed upon people, often children or students and employees, the better they perform. The Pygmalion effect is a form of self-fulfilling prophecy, and, in this respect, people with poor expectations internalize their negative label, and those with positive labels succeed accordingly.

SO please...
Before the Pygmalion effect seeps its deep DARK roots in and push someone into depression...
Give others a break, and cease all the stereotypical comments and OVERLY GREAT expectations!!!
Cos not EVERYONE wants the SAME thing in life...
And they should be allowed to make their OWN decisions...

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专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

Happy Year of the Rabbit!!!

2011-02-03T12:00:00.000+08:00

새해 복 많이 받으세요!!! (saehae bog manh-i bat-eu saeyo)
Happy Year of the Rabbit!!!
新年快乐！！！
あけましておめでとうございます!!!
ぁけぉめ☆ｍ（_ _）ｍことょろ＼（＾０＾）／

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专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

2011 Chinese New Year baking

2011-02-02T22:20:00.003+08:00

30.01.2011
- Rabbit-shaped pineapple balls (looks like mice to me)
- Sunflower seed biscotti
- Sunflower seed &pineapple centre biscotti

- Rabbit-shaped pineapple balls (looks like mice to me)

- Sunflower seed biscotti

- Sunflower seed & pineapple centre biscotti

02.02.2011
- Sunkist Orange sponge cake

My Chinese New Year goodies for all my dearies ❤!!!
Happy New Year, and may the Year of the Rabbit be a FAB year for all of u!!!

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专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

how did the heavens store SO MUCH water?

2011-02-01T22:03:00.000+08:00

the rain is falling like there's no tmr...
how did the heavens store SO MUCH water?

with all the rain...
melancholy has hit me BADLY...

‎2 days of continuous rain...
all i got is wet wet wet shoes...
and sinus...
~_~

this kind of rainy weather makes me wanna get a pair of rain boots soon!!!

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专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

Alcohol: Friend or Foe?

2011-01-31T22:12:00.000+08:00

please for your own sake...
don't look for a friend in alcohol...
you'd only find a masked enemy that will hurt your own health & make you feel worse the next day...

at times like these...
go to the beach...
scream at the top of your voice...
scream your lungs out...
scream until you feel that you can breathe no more...
then leave your problems behind and return with a refreshed mind and soul...

cos life is short...
don't spend time brooding on the past...
but instead, look forward to fresh new starts in the bright future...

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专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

I’m not a Pierrot...

2011-01-28T22:12:00.000+08:00

♫ No... just do not touch me
I’m not a Pierrot
더 넓은 하늘을 등지고 살고 싶어
I want to live under a wider sky
자류를 알고 싶어 더 높이 fly fly
I want to know the meaning of freedom. Fly fly much higher ♫

Pierrot...
I LOVE YOUR SONG!!!
But...
The crying clown...
A puppet entertainer wearing a mask of humour to hide its own sadness...

You must have felt so trapped & imprisoned in the past...
Makes me wonder...
Were ANY of those smiling faces of yours genuinely heart-felt joy?
What would it take to make you smile GENUINELY from the bottom of your heart again like an innocent child?
Tell me and I'd do anything in my power...
To let you smile like that again...

KIM JAEJOONG FIGHTING!!!
@(^o^)@

*PS: u can't blame a "slave" for "betraying" u, the master/slave-driver, for his/her own freedom to have his/her own life instead...

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专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

Happy Birthday my angel of music...

2011-01-26T11:00:00.001+08:00

Somewhere someone is thinking of you.
Someone is calling you an angel.
This person is using celestial colors to paint your image.
Someone is making you into a vision so beautiful that it can only live in the mind.
Someone is thinking of the way your breath escapes your lips when you are touched.
How your eyes close and your jaw tightens with concentration as you give pleasure a home.
These thoughts are saving a life somewhere right now.
In some airless apartment on a dark, urine stained, whore lined street, someone is calling out to you silently and you are answering without even being there.
So crystalline.
So pure.
Such life saving power when you smile.
You will never know how you have cauterized my wounds.
So sad that we will never touch.
How it hurts me to know that I will never be able to give you everything I have.

- dramatica28
Henry Rollins

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专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

Samsung Omnia Windows Mobile 6.1: Changing the System Font & Adding Korean, Chinese and Japanese Support

2010-10-29T00:41:00.003+08:00

this is basically the places I got my information from to try fixing my problem...
i used a combination of information from the sites, so i will post whatever is there first, before listing out what exactly i did...

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Windows Mobile 6.1: Changing the System Font & Adding Korean Support

There are some incredibly complicated instructions on the internet for changing your system font to something pretty — like Segoe UI, the new default font in Microsoft Vista. There are similarly complicated instructions for adding Korean language support to your WM6 device as well. After a few hours of tinkering, these are the only modifications you need to accomplish the following:

1) Change the system font to Segoe UI. 2) Support the reading of Korean filenames using the Malgun font.

.Reg File Based Installation

One of the readers of this article, Dragon042, was kind enough to create a .reg file which automatically makes the registry changes I’ve documented in this article for Korean support using XP fonts. Download here. Copy gulim.ttc into your Windows folder and run the .reg file.

Instructions for Windows Vista Fonts:

Copy segoeui.ttf, segoeuib.ttf, and malgun.ttf to the Windows folder of your Windows Mobile 6 device. These files can be found in the Windows\Fonts directory of your Vista installation.

Add the following registry keys:

[HKLM/Software/Microsoft/FontLink/SystemLink]
Segoe UI = \windows\malgun.ttf,Malgun Gothic
Tahoma = \windows\malgun.ttf,Malgun Gothic

*Note that there are no quotation marks used anywhere.

[HKLM/System/GDI]
FontLinkMethods = 1

[HKLM/System/GDI/SYSFNT]
Nm = Segoe UI

[HKLM/System/GDI/FontAlias]
Tahoma = Segoe UI

Use the below instructions to accomplish the following: 1) Keep the default font to Tahoma. 2) Support the reading of Korean filenames using the Windows XP Gulim font.

Instructions for Korean Support using only Windows XP Fonts:

Copy gulim.ttc to the Windows folder of your Windows Mobile 6 device. These files can be found in the Windows\Fonts directory of your Windows XP installation.

Add the following registry keys:

[HKLM/Software/Microsoft/FontLink/SystemLink]
Tahoma = \windows\gulim.ttc,Gulim

*Note that there are no quotation marks used anywhere.

[HKLM/System/GDI]
FontLinkMethods = 1

[HKLM/System/GDI/SYSFNT]
Nm = Gulim

[HKLM/System/GDI/FontAlias]
Tahoma = Gulim

Perform a soft reboot and you should be all set. If you have problems, make sure that the case and spacing of the keys you entered exactly match the above.

Explanation:

FontLink keys essentially extend a Western/Roman font to include non-Roman fonts. By enabling Font Linking as documented above, you enable WM6 to search for Korean characters in the Segoe UI AND Malgun font sets. Inevitably, the operating system will find the correct Korean characters in Malgun.ttf and render them on your screen. The references below document additional registry keys in WM6, but the instructions above are sufficient.

References:

http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/library/aa911441.aspx
http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/library/aa911449.aspx

If you have a HTC Fuze aka Touch Pro and want to enable Korean fonts in TouchFlo, see my directions here.

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Omnia Tip #17: Displaying korean characters!

First, you will need a font that supports Korean. You could get it from your Windows\Fonts directory. I'll be using malgun.ttf as example here.

Copy the font to your device's Windows folder.

Using Registry Editor, navigate to the following key, [HKLM\Software\Microsoft\FontLink\SystemLink]

Append "\windows\malgun.tff,Malgun Gothic" (without the quotes) to all the values listed here. Below is the snippet of the modified values on my Omnia. Mine came with Chinese support original, explaining the extra fonts.

Courier New = \windows\sunfon.ac3,SC_Song;\windows\malgun.ttf,Malgun Gothic
Tahoma = \windows\sunfon.ac3,SC_Song;\windows\malgun.ttf,Malgun Gothic

You should be able to see korean now :D

P.S. Additional language could be added in this way similarly..

Tested and works for Omnia II =D

Explanation:FontLink keys essentially extend a Western/Roman font to include non-Roman fonts. By enabling Font Linking as documented above, you enable WM6 to search for Korean characters. Inevitably, the operating system will find the correct Korean characters in Malgun.ttf and render them on your screen.

References:
http://leeblood.com/2008/02/16/windows-mobile-6-changing-the-system-font-adding-korean-support/

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Here are my steps:

1. Download Windows registry editor from here, and the registry file for Korean font support KoreanFontSupport.reg from here.

2. Download Chinese font , Japanese font , and Japanese dictionary (optional).

3. Unzip JPENSIPA.ZIP and MJDICTA.ZIP.

4. Copy Windows registry editor regedit.mrln_arm.cab, KoreanFontSupport.reg, chinese_font.cab, JPENSIPA.cab and MJDICTA.cab into mobile phone storage.

5. Copy Windows Vista fonts segoeui.ttf, segoeuib.ttf, malgun.ttf and gulim.ttc to the Windows folder of your Windows Mobile 6 device. These files can be found in the Windows\Fonts directory of your Vista installation.
5. Install regedit.mrln_arm.cab, followed by the fonts JPENSIPA.cab and MJDICTA.cab, and chinese_font.cab.

6. Run KoreanFontSupport.reg, you will see the following more complex parts.

7. Using the Windows registry editor, navigate to the following key:
[My Device/HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE/Software/Microsoft/FontLink/SystemLink]
Make the following changes to ALL the values present here:
- Albany AMT = \windows\sunfon.ac3,SC_Song;\windows\malgun.ttf,Malgun Gothic
- Courier New = \windows\sunfon.ac3,SC_Song;\windows\malgun.ttf,Malgun Gothic
- Cumberland AMT = \windows\sunfon.ac3,SC_Song;\windows\malgun.ttf,Malgun Gothic
- MS Sans Serif = \windows\sunfon.ac3,SC_Song;\windows\malgun.ttf,Malgun Gothic
- nina = \windows\malgun.ttf,Malgun Gothic
- Segoe UI or Segoe Condensed (for my Omnia) = \windows\malgun.ttf,Malgun Gothic
- Tahoma = \windows\sunfon.ac3,SC_Song;\windows\malgun.ttf,Malgun Gothic
- Thorndale AMT = \windows\sunfon.ac3,SC_Song;\windows\malgun.ttf,Malgun Gothic

[My Device/HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE/System/GDI]
FontLinkMethods = 1

[My Device/HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE/System/GDI/SYSFNT]
Nm = Segoe Condensed

[My Device/HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE/System/GDI/VI/FontAlias]
Tahoma:12 = Segoe Condensed:12

8. Reboot the phone and enjoy your Chinese, Japanese and Korean fonts!

*Note: Some icons may still appear as boxes (e.g. Japanese ．and ー), but all other language characters are seen as per normal, as they should be.

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专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

Japanese emoticons!!!

2010-10-25T10:56:00.000+08:00

Q: What 顔文字, kaomoji, emoticons do you often use in mail sent from your personal computer?

Rank	Emoticon	Score	Emotion
1	（＾_＾） or （＾_＾）v, etc	100	Laughing
2	(>_<)>	66.4	Troubled
3	(^_^;)	54.4	Troubled
4	(ToT)	53.3	Crying
5	m(_ _)m	52.9	Apologising
6	(^^ゞ or (^^;)	38.3	Shy
7	（￣ー￣）	20.6	Grinning
8	(≧∇≦)/	18.9	Joyful
9	（￣□￣；）	18.9	Surprised
10	(#^.^#)	18.8	Shy
11	（´▽｀）	16.1	Infatuation
12	(ーー;)	15.4	Worried
13	(^▽^)	15.0	Joyful
14	＿\|￣\|○, orz, OTL, etc	13.7	Depressed
15	(＾▽＾)	11.1	Laughing
16	キタ━━━(゜∀゜)━━━!!!!!, (゜∀゜), etc	11.1	I think it is “I’m here!!!”, but I just don’t really know!
17	(´･ω･`)	10.3	Snubbed
18	（　ﾟ Дﾟ）	8.8	Shocked
19	（・∀・）	7.7	Laughing
20	(Ｔ▽Ｔ)	7.1	Crying
21	(*￣m￣)	6.8	Dissatisfied
22	（　´∀｀）	6.0	Laughing
23	（⌒▽⌒）	5.3	Laughing
24	（＾ｖ＾）	4.9	Laughing
25	ヽ（´ー｀）┌	4.7	Mellow
26	（’-’*)	4.1	Laughing
27	(‘A`)	3.8	Snubbed
28	（゜◇゜）	2.1	Surprised
29	(*°∀°)=3	2.1	Infatuation
30	∩( ・ω・)∩, ( ・ω・), etc	1.3	Joyful

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专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

Inspired by a VERY ENVIED kitten 지지...

2010-10-23T01:52:00.000+08:00

I have a NEW music playlist...

reflects the mood I am in right now...

ipod skin inspired by a VERY ENVIED kitten 지지...

who uses its Daddy's LV black & grey monogram wallet as pillows as it naps on HIS bed...

those pillows look DAMN fluffy and comfortable...

no wonder 지지 is sleeping SO SOUNDLY...

16.10.2010

C7.C.14.

6556

my lucky numbers for this month...

3 (stands for C), 5, 6, 7, 10, 14, 16...

u realise they are multiples of 3, 5 & 7...

and 14 and 7 are in my IC!!!

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专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

Do not stand at my grave and weep - Mary Elizabeth Frye

2010-10-22T21:42:00.002+08:00

金楨勳 John Hoon - 080301JP FM -- 千の風になって (JP+KO Sub)

Do not stand at my grave and weep - Mary Elizabeth Frye
Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there, I do not sleep
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.

May you rest in peace...
In a place where there's no more pain and suffering...
Park Yong Ha...
and Park Yong Ha's dad...

Dad, Granny & Grandpa...
I miss you guys...
How are you guys doing up there?
I wonder if you are all happy and well?
I'd always remember you in my heart...
Forever wonderful and kind like the first time you carried the tiny premature me in your arms...
I thank you for all your love throughout the time we were together...
I love you...

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专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

[LYRICS] Just The Way You Are - Bruno Mars (Girl's version)

2010-10-11T16:46:00.002+08:00

For my beloved boojae...
Girl's version of "Just The Way You Are" by Bruno Mars

Oh his eyes, his eyes
Make the stars look like they're not shining
He says, he says
All the right words with perfect timing

He's so wonderful
And I tell him every day

Yeah I know, I know
When he holds my hand
That he wont leave me
And it's so, it's so
hard to stay mad when he looks at me

But every time he asks me am I doing okay
I say

When I see your face
There's not a thing that I would change
Cause you're amazing
Just the way you are
And how you make me smile
You make the whole world just stop for a while
Cause boy you're amazing
Just the way you are

His lips, his lips
I could kiss them all day if he'd let me
His jokes, his jokes
Don't makes sense but they're still funny

He's wonderful
And I tell him every day

Oh you know, you know, you know
Id never ask you to change
If perfect is what you're searching for
Then just stay the same

So don't even bother asking
If you're doing okay
You know I say

When I see your face
There's not a thing that I would change
Cause you're amazing
Just the way you are
And how you make me smile
You make the whole world just stop for a while
Cause boy you're amazing

When I see your face
There's not a thing that I would change
Cause you're amazing
Just the way you are

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专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

[QUIZ] Who's Your "Big Time" Crush?

2010-10-09T23:54:00.002+08:00

Take Again

YOUR BIG TIME CRUSH IS KENDALL.

Kendall is tall, hot, and talented, but somehow none of that seems to go to his head. When Gustavo offered him a chance at a singing career in Hollywood, Kendall said he'd only do it if his friends could come along. How many people do you know who'd put their friends before a chance at mega-fame? Probably just one -- Kendall. He's a great friend, and as a crush, he's pretty much irresistible. He looks totally kissable even when he's singing a silly song about turd. (Really.) Some people would say Kendall is the most crush-worthy guy in Big Time Rush, and one of those people is you.

☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★

专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

[QUIZ] Who's Your Famous Boyfriend?

2010-10-09T23:50:00.001+08:00

Take Again

YOUR FAMOUS BOYFRIEND IS ROBERT PATTINSON.

Here's the thing. Dating R Pattz means zillions of girls will hate you. Really-eally HATE you. But on the plus side, you'll be dating Robert Pattinson. Yeah. You'll be able to put up with a lot once he's holding you in his arms. In addition to acting, Rob's a talented musician, so if you date him for a while, maybe you'll pop up in his lyrics. Rob seems like a sensitive guy who'll do whatever he can to make you comfortable, even when you're mobbed by the paparazzi -- or obsessed Twilight fans. And if you prefer to lay low for a while and avoid the spotlight, he won't just understand... he'll sneak off to join you.

☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★

专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

[SALE] Royal Sporting House Sporting Extravaganza!

2010-09-28T11:24:00.000+08:00

Royal Sporting House Sporting Extravaganza!

Up to 70% off on sports gear!

Check out the rock bottom prices at the Royal Sporting House atrium sale, from now until 3 October 2010. Enjoy up to 70% off on best-selling brands such as Lacoste, Nike, Addidas, Speedo and more! Only at Suntec City tropics Atrium.
Event Details:
Date: Now – 3 October 2010
Time: 11am – 9.30pm
Venue: Suntec City Tropics Atrium (opposite Royal Sporting House)

☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★

专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

What IS your idea of IDEAL WEIGHT?

2010-09-22T12:51:00.000+08:00

Being constantly bugged and teased by others about your body size and weight...
Not that you are overly obese, but just a tad overweight and pudgy before...
But you want to the teasing and fat jokes to STOP.
PERIOD.
So you finally make a resolution to lose it all...

Now...
You're more confident and looking great after shedding major pounds off...
Albeit spending loads of time, money, determination, self-control and effort whilst doing it...
With new-found confidence, you start wearing sleeveless apparel (e.g. tubes and tanks)...

One day, you're shopping with your friends in the mall, and walk into a clothing store...
You're flipping through the racks of clothes...
Then the not-so-slim salesgirl walks over and bluntly informs you....
"Our clothes are all FREE SIZE..."
You feel insulted and hurt...
You've already lost so much weight, and now someone who's BIGGER than you is telling you that you can't fit into the clothes cos they are free size...

Another day, you're shopping with your friends in the mall, and walk past a spa promotion booth...
Almost IMMEDIATELY, the promoters approach you and start hounding you about their latest slimming packages available...
Which smashes your new-found confidence to another new low...

After several of such incidents, you start to question yourself...
"Am I still very fat? But I've already lost 10 over kilos..."

This can result in 3 types of endings...

A: You are motivated to lose MORE weight to reach the IDEAL weight ingrained in the minds of the promoters and the public...

B: You lose ALL motivation and hope, and start bingeing again. Since no matter how much weight you lose, you'd still look fat to others... And regain all the weight you lost... Or even MORE...

C: You go OVER-THE-TOP in weight loss, and even start becoming bulimic... Severely harming your own body and health in the process...

But frankly speaking, if an UK size 8/10 woman, still gets hounded slimming promoters, there's something SERIOUSLY WRONG with the public's idea of IDEAL WEIGHT...

Is size 0 really a practical and healthy IDEAL?

I wonder...

☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★

专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..

[NEWS] 3 of Singapore's best salad bars

2010-09-16T15:58:00.002+08:00

By Balvinder Sandhu and Charlene Fang

Eating your greens is never a chore at these three Singapore salad bars

Forget the rants and raves of Anthony Bourdain and Jeremy Clarkson against vegetarians, it’s a proven fact that a bowl of greens can do wonders for your health. For the cynics who view salads as just eating a bunch of leaves, a visit to three of Singapore's best salad bars will change that.

Salad Stop!

Tuna San salad

Who: Set up by father and son, Daniel and Adrien Desbaillets who saw a need for salads with a twist, Salad Stop! will grow five fold by its first birthday with the addition of an outlet at One George Street on the September 6 and another at the Marina Bay Financial Centre by November.

What you should order: You don’t come to Salad Stop! if you’re after plain greens. You can concoct your own leafy arrangement out of the 50-plus ingredients and 18 dressings on offer. Their salads are a twist on the norm, the Go Geisha combination of tofu and cabbage avoids blandness with the addition of coriander, soba noodles and the natural sweetness of snow peas, while the Jai Ho! escapes being classed as yet another chicken and potato salad with a healthy sprinkling of chickpeas and gently spiced yogurt dressing. To fulfil your carb cravings, ask for your greens to come wrapped in a warm spinach, sun dried tomato, wholemeal or wheat tortilla.

The extras: Come at breakfast time and opt for the hearty ham, cheese and egg wrap that’ll digest more easily than a McDonald's Egg McMuffin. They also stock a ready-made couscous salad, and quinoa and beetroot salad, yogurts and fresh juices for those who need to grab and go.

Where: #01-01, One George Street, 1 George Street. Tel: 6720 0378; #02-06 Marina Square, 6 Raffles Boulevard. Tel: 6720 8590; #B1-02A OUB Centre, 1 Raffles Place. Tel: 6820 0160; #02-24 Novena Square, 238 Thomson Road. Tel: 6820 0158

Mescluns

Feta and olive salad

Who: Led by Christophe Crot, a French-trained executive chef who has worked for the likes of The Pierre in New York, the concept here is simple -- pick a salad, add toppings, and complete it with dressing.

What you should order: While the tagline for this salad place is "Where Healthy Eating Starts," they’ve not forgotten to provide some nice extras in the form of Cajun spiced prawn, steamed asparagus and fried wanton skins so you can mix-and-match as you like. Should you have trouble thinking of a combination on the spot, cop out and order one of the ready-made salads: the robust Caesar salad and basil pesto chicken pasta salad are popular choices.

The extras: Not feeling like rabbit foot? Mescluns has four soups -- roasted pumpkin soup with ginger and coriander, tomato bisque with basil pesto, wild mushroom and a potato and leek soup with smoked salmon -- and five different sandwiches -- salmon, tuna, chicken, roast beef and smoked turkey -- on offer.

Where: #01-01, 64 Circular Road. Tel: 6221 8141; #B1-26B Citylink Mall, 1 Raffles Link.

The Green Bar

Chilli crab salad

Who: The newest of the three, The Green Bar entered the salad game in May this year. Practicing an open menu policy, they invite customers to contribute recipes. At present, a customer’s Lebanese fattoush recipe is being experimented with.

What you should order: The Real Chilli Crab Salad, a warm salad of real crab meat -- hence the name -- with ribbon-shaped farfalle pasta, mixed mesclun leaves and dressed with a tangy chilli crab sauce. For lovers of dark meat, the Smoked Duck Surprise will satisfy, balsamic glazed slices of duck served on a bed of greens alongside chunks of roasted pumpkin and rosemary potatoes.

The extras: You can never go wrong with a salad-and-soup combination and you can always count on their creamy pumpkin soup to be on the menu.

Where: #01-16/17 Hitachi Tower, 16 Collyer Quay. Tel: 6493 6948

Source: http://sg.travel.yahoo.com/inspirations/170-3-of-singapores-best-salad-bars?cid=today

☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★

专属天使の悪戯なKiss　m(~_~)m

동방신기,

언제나 비가와도 칠흙같이 캄캄한 어둠이 와도...

그대 곁에서 기다릴께 ...

Nothing better than that...

[Color - Melody & Harmony]

誰かのために

For someone’s sake

僕らはここで

we are here,

小さな事しかできないけれど

Although we can only achieve small things,

一秒だけでも

Even just for 1 second,

世界上に涙止めて

We still want to stop all the tears in this world,

笑顔になってくれるのなろ

And turn them all into smiles

My music is my life

For you, for your smile..