When you seek comfort

Do you seek comfort in food? Do you gobble down ice-cream and chocolates when you’re down?

Do you seek comfort in reading stories of others and burying yourselves underneath heaps of work?

Do you seek comfort in the company of others? A frenzy of loud outings and activities to keep you occupied?

Do you seek comfort in the arms of someone who says he/she loves you but sometimes, at the back of your mind, a niggling feeling tells you otherwise?

Do you feel alone, empty, lost and depressed?

Look no longer for comfort in the material world here. This feel is insatiable and will not go away. Food, activities, work, people, love, pills are not the true answer.

Yes, there only one way and you know it. Just say “Yes, I believe, Lord” and He’ll do the rest. You no longer have to worry or be upset. If you’ve done so, just tell someone what you have done and that’ll person will help you along your journey in knowing the Lord

I don’t know why, just wanted to write about this today.

Shu Uemura Sales

Shu Uemura Sale
Brands offered:
Shu Uemura, Kiehl’s, Giorgio Armani & Lancôme !
Date: 26 June, Friday.
Time: 10am – 5pm.
Where: Shu Uemura Training Room, Level 14 (13A)
L'oreal Office at Damansara Uptown 2.

I got an e-mail from miu about this sales and after checking her review of last year's horrendous crowd, I thought I'll give it a pass.

On Friday, at 12.40pm, it was lunch time and it was raining. I told myself, since it's nearby, I'll just drop by to take a peek at the sales.

I was so surprised; no queue and no crowd. I can just walked into the room with only 2 other customers around. As there was so little people around, I forgot to take pictures and also, my handphone was in my handbag in a sealed plastic bag (which they will put all your handbags into upon entry).

It was a rectangular room with products on sales on tables along the 3 walls and the remaining wall near the entrance was lined up with 3 cashiers. One side was selling: Loreal hair products (about 3 types only if I recall correctly), Vichy facial products (limited few), Kiehl's facial product and Lancome's Blanc Expert Neurowhite mask in bulk! (eg. 3 for RM50, 10 for RM... etc)

On the shorter end was the Shu Uemura makeup brush roll and lots of eyelashes. Half of the other wall was more Shu Uemura products: makeup, loose makeup brushes, lip gloss set with pouch and Shu Uemura Mika travel brush set - most of the stuff was about 40% off.
I know the pouch is too gaudy but I've read good reviews on Shu Uemura's brushes - and since I'm crazy about makeup brushes at the moment, I thought I'll give it a try.

At the end of this table were Giorgio Armani limited makeup. There was one set which caught my eye - 2 lip glosses and a black clutch. I thought it'll be nice as a gift.

My haul? Nothing much - more of curiousity and thought of giving them off as gifts... (haven't decided) unless someone wants them, just drop me a message then. Mind you, I was there for only 20 minutes before running off to 1u to check out Ascience free makeover which made Miu such a babylicious! ;)

Food Review: Ngap Kiok Pau

As far as I can recalled, my dad used to buy us a few of "ngap kiok pau" (duck feet roll) whenever he came back from KL. He bought these delicacies for us to eat as a child. He told me there used to be a few stalls in Petaling Street selling this.

Now, I can only find one and it's my turn to buy back for him. It's sold by this old couple in a stall called "Sze Ngan Chye". In fact, I found some 2007 reviews online in these few blogs:
Review 1
Review 2

Oh yeah, the main dish sold is the duck but I'm only there for the "ngap kiok Pau"

What is "ngap kiok pau"?
Well, basically it's duck feet tied with duck's liver using duck's intestines. It's lather with the sweet dark sauce - similar to the "char siu" sauce. There's not much meat but it's more of the innards and feet's skin.
Sorry if the picture doesn't look too appetising. This one was kept in the fridge and microwave the next day. ha ha..

Don't fancy it? Well, just give it a try if you're a typical Chinese like me who gobbles down pig's intestines (in Bak Kut Teh soup), sizzling hotplate liver, satay celup-cockles, etc. Lol.

Farrah Fawcet (1947-2009)

Today marked another day to show in the mortality of men by the death of famous icon – Michael Jackson. Fans worldwide mourn his death and remember his songs. Radio stations have aired all his songs non-stop today. Some might recall his eccentricity during the recent years with the infamous trial on child molestation. But whatever it is, people will “hu ha” for a few days and they will continue with their lives.

That’s life.

Sorry Michael but since your death has overshadowed Fawcett, this entry is dedicated to her.

I would like to highlight another icon that died today. She is Farah Fawcett. She was one of the original Charlie’s Angels. Google about her and you'll find many articles. I just want to highlight this very strong woman who was determined to live till the very end. In fact, if I am asked to be a blond, I would want to be like her.

I find that she was a very determined woman. She found out that she was diagnosis with anal cancer in 2006. After undergoing all the treatment, she was diagnosis cancer-free during her 60th birthday. Imagine that, 60 years old and still going strong; looking great.

Unfortunately, the cancer reoccur and spread. During this period, she managed to document her battle with cancer in a 2-hour documentary, Farrah's story. It is sad that in the end, her lovely golden locks were all gone from the chemo. However, I pray she has moved on to a better life.. with God. :)

Excerpt from wikipedia: "Fawcett died at 9:28 a.m. on June 25, 2009, in the intensive care unit of Saint John's Health Center in Santa Monica, California, with O'Neal and Stewart by her side. Her death was partially overshadowed in the media by the news that singer Michael Jackson had been taken to hospital in a critical condition just four hours after she had died, and his death later that day."

A.B.C.D

Boo hoo!! I don't want to be a "D"!!

Well, it started with this group of friends traveling together. Coincidentally our initials all start like this: "A", "B", "C" and "J". I'm the "J". We have traveled together a few times as "ABCJ". Hence, my friends wanted me to be a "D" so that we can be "ABCD".

Don't want!! So I got away with declining names like "Doris", "Delores", "Donkey", "Diana", etc. hehe Ok-la.. I'm the one who said, "I don't want to be a Donkey". No offense to people whose name start with "D" but why should I change my name when it's already so nice. Tsk tsk..

Then, I have a discussion with this group of friends who happen to have first names with the following initials (plus the earlier friends): "A", "B", "C", "E", "F", "H" and me- "J".

AGAIN, they decided to name me "D" so we can imaginary formed a company named "ABCDEFH". Ha ha.. What about "G"?

Hence, they have heartlessly butchered my name and called me "Doyce". Arggghhh!!! I am not a "D".

I shall always be a "J" and I am proud to have the same initial as Jesus Christ. :D

Heart vs Mind

Do you live your life with your heart or your mind?
Your heart guides you with your personal feelings and your wants.

Your mind guides you with rational to consider all aspects; everyone’s opinion, general consensus, pro and cons, etc.

How then can you decide? A balance of both? A tug of war of either one? The devil or the angel’s urging wins?

My friend, close your eyes and quiet your heart. Ask God to reveal the way to you and someone your burden will be lifted. You’ll find that you’re smiling again somehow. :)

Review- Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen

I just watched Transformers the night before for the United International Pictures preview. Thank you Miu for the tickets! And what good seats they were: second from the back!! :)

This is my first time watching a movie so early whereby all audience have to deposit their handphones with the cinema crew and get their body scanned for any recording devices. It sounded troublesome; so I just went there holding my purse and car keys without any bag. If you don’t want to worry about your handphone, just wait a day later to watch the movie with your handphone.

IMHO, interesting points to note which will not give out the story line:

Okay… I admit Megan Fox looked great in the movie. Despite the “horrifying” and highly stressed situation, her lacy, sweet, top is still in good condition. They allowed her to display her acting skill with the focus on one shot where her eyes gets all glazed up and she starts tearing when the Decepticons where looking for them.
That scene was a little cheesy.. it felt like the whole world was blocked out to focus on this hot looking babe to see her cry. :P Anyone noticed this?


Optimus Prime is quite subdued this time; in fact this movie gave a lot of airtime to the Decepticons with their flashy transformation as compared to the good guys- Autobot. I guess the bad guys now rule the scene (Remember Batman? The Joker character is more prominent; plus also the fact that it was Heath Ledger’s last movie. Who was Batman ar? See?)

The only “leng cai” was the hunky Josh Duhamel (from the series Las Vegas) who had little scenes and seemed in a background to help Sam defeat the Autobots.

In short, Transformers is really the high-tech, transformable, gadgetry as it is. (imagine the sound of the transformation now). Fast-moving transformation, sleek cars, gadgetry, one hot lady and a little comic around to enlighten the audience.

You’ll sure have a good time watching this show and it’ll keep your eyes glue on the screen. :) Thumbs up from me!

22 06 09

*belated posting..*

Today is a special day. Another baby is borne. Another new plant has sprouted out of the soil. Today is the present.

How do you live your life to the fullest as if everyday is YOUR special day?
Work every second of 24 hours?
Sleep through the day? (How we wish.. hehe)
Daydream of yester years or impossible futures?Or just stare blankly at the wall?

Whatever it is, I can at least say, after a whole day wasting at work, I’ve got to watch Transformers first tonight! Yuhooo!! :D

And I shall wish Ms B… .a very happy happy birthday with yummy cakes and goodies to accompany her despite the studying she has to do! :) Hugz & Kisssiess!! (Hersey kisses, can? :p)

Plusizekitten Blog Birthday Contest 2 - Transformer Movie

Transformers Revenge of The Fallen

The Screening Details:-
Date: 22/6/09 (Monday)
Time: 9pm (meeting time 8.30pm)
Venue: GSC Mid Valley

I'm in need of a break and I haven't seen a movie in ages on a date. *Ahem* so here goes my entry to try to win myself 2 tickets to this highly-sought movie!

Birthday greeting
Happy Birthday to Plusizekitten... you were born in Blogspot.. with the other crazy bloggers... Happy Birthday to you!! :)

Thank you so much for infecting me with your Stila madness that I'm equally affected financially. ;) Love your tips and insiders to where to get good deals.; especially the fact that you're a lifesaver should I need a gift instantly! :)

Why should you pick me?
It's because I'm thick skinned enough to be begging you on both knees; asking you, "Miu, will you please pick me? I need Transformers to break free from this reality. " :)

Look how touched Miu is... hehe (Miu's picture is courtesy of her own blog... )

Knitting and Crocheting

My mum is very good at knitting and crocheting that she crocheted her own wedding dress! She still keeps it in her closet. :D

When I was young, she made a number of dresses (when I was a toddler & in kindergarten)and blouses(in primary school)for me. She also have a large collection of handmade-crocheted blouses and some dresses she made for herself and even her sister.

Hence, I always appreciate the hard work it goes to into this craft. It takes patience, good eyesight and like most hobbies: a passion for it!

I did learn from my mum a little in my younger days but the only thing now I would remember is the chains and single crochet. In fact, there was this one blouse which I made in secondary school which lies incomplete in a bag somewhere. I only did the front portion of the blouse.

Anyway, when I stumbled upon a thread selling handmade knitted booties at a reasonable price, I had to buy them for my friends. I even bought a whole set of baby booties, baby jacket and hat for another friend due within next month or so as seen in the picture below.

This image is from her thread

The thread is by a nice lady in Penang who knits and crochets industrially baby clothing and some adults too. She sells them online in Lowyat.net under the alias of "ravensaw". Just search for "booties" under Stuff for Ladies and you'll find her thread.

Make sure you place your order early as she says in her thread "she has only one pair of hands". She's creative even taking custom orders for older children's and men's clothing. Do look her up if you appreciate this.

Today, I found out my friend has just became a grandmother today! Congratulations to her! I decided to order this lovely pink crocheted baby dress from the same seller for her. It's going to be delivered tomorrow.
In the meantime, I hope I get to crochet again someday. It's just too adorable not to have these lovely clothing for my kids in the future. But if I remain lazy, perhaps I'll just order and buy them. :P