Fatty needs a home

This is Fatty. He was the biggest and fattest of all his siblings. Alas, he has yet to be adopted because two of his siblings were given away and he couldn't have gone with them because he was terrorising them all the time and making them scream. If you noticed that I said "He", it's because my mother, with her years of experience, is guessing that he's male.

So Fatty needs a home. He's really cute, fluffy and round, but still small -- he's only about 8 weeks old. Do be prepared that he might turn out to be female. But that's ok because females are very cute too. :)

Repo Men are coming

I wonder how it'd feel if Jude Law comes to take back my liver, or heart, or lung, or something. Jude Law is certainly drool-worthy and to die for, but to die literally at his hands? When someone's coming at you with a scalpel it's impossible not to freak out. This is generally the premise of this movie, or so I thought. Two hours later, I was depressed and yet impressed by Repo Men (a new movie coming to cinemas near you). Depressed because the story involves the morality of organ trade and the brutality of yanking it out of humans when they can't pay their bills. Impressed because the movie was well told, well acted-out and well, I had a great time.

Repo Men takes the idea of repossession of your house or car when you don't pay your bills, to another level. Get a new heart, lung, liver, anything, but if you don't pay your monthly installments, someone will be cutting you up to take back the organs you purchased. Remy (Jude Law) is the best repo man in the business, but when he suffers a cardiac arrest and has his own heart replaced, he starts to question the very job that he was once so good at. With no money to pay his hefty bill, he goes on the run, and discovers many like him who live desolate lives.

Set in the future, the movie features loads of fancy city skylines, sort of like NYC but x 100. It also features many action scenes, sequences, and graphic violence. There are some graphic scenes of blood and gore that took my breath away. Yes, very bloody, but wow, I loved it. (Just like how I loved 300, appeals to the art director in me). Don't be turned off when you read this. I feel it's absolutely necessary to paint the picture of a mercenary world which values money over human life. There are some scenes which are unrealistic and far-fetched, but at the end, everything falls into place.

My overall verdict is, this is definitely a film to watch...if you're into futuristic thrillers (think Minority Report). Check out the thriller here, where there's a short clip presented in graphic novel style as well. If you're still not convinced, there's Academy Award winner Forest Whitaker, and Liev Schreiber as well, both good actors to watch.

LoveMoon Anion Sanitary Napkins

Having been a tampon user for quite a few years, I was hesitant to try these regular sanitary pads that my parents' friend was trying to introduce me to. However, with the free sample that I was given, I discovered it wasn't just any ordinary sanitary pad.


Made of pure cotton, with a soft surface feel, these pads pack a punch, and are able to hold a huge amount of fluid. They also feel lighter than an average "heavy day" sanitary pad. Whilst they can't beat some other pad brands for their ultra-thinness, these Love Moon pads definitely "go the extra mile", requiring less change. Being cotton with a breathable bottom layer, you won't feel like a baby getting nappy rash either, as it's not warm and sticky. And I believe most women know how uncomfortable it gets having their period in hot, humid Singapore.


Another benefit is that each pad comes lined with a negative ion strip on the inside. Many believe negative ions promote good health and sentiments, by combating the positive ions in the air and in our bodies. This could potentially eliminate moody and fatigue symptoms one might experience with PMS.


Last but not least, there's an ad running in EzyHealth magazine this month (Available at Guardian and Watsons) that offers a free sample pack. See the last photo for more details. Or email me for more info. :)

Google Generation

If there was a "Google Generation", I would be in there. I google everything. If there's a word I don't quite understand, a language I want to learn, an old friend I want to find, or a shop's telephone number, I'd go straight to Google. Whilst it may not always be accurate, Google is the fastest and easiest way to get free information. My reliance on Google has gotten so bad that when my father expressed to me his fear that we will be clueless about funeral arrangements should he suddenly go one day, I told him "there's always Google so no worries."

In today's digital age when I can find anything and everything I want online, it sometimes surprises me when I am unable to find relevant and useful information. Maybe it's due to many businesses actually not utilising the online medium to their needs. For me, I am actively trying to increase my online presence by learning every trick in the book (!)...if I can, that is. After years of using Flash to make my website so pretty, I have discovered that it is completely useless in generating traffic on Google. As such, I've been adding html, and using Facebook, Twitter and Blogs to generate interest and garner more "followers". I've also started a free giveaway, because everyone loves a good deal (or do they?).

So if you're interested, do surf by http://card-blanche.blogspot.com/2010/06/win-set-of-couture-notesheets-envelopes.html to take part and win!

Renew Moisturiser

Renew Moisturiser is touted as a clinically-proven, super duper moisturising lotion for sensitive-skin. It also claims to improve skin conditions like eczema within 2 weeks. I don't have terribly dry skin or any skin condition, so was unable to experience the full potential of this moisturiser. I did however have some dry and scaly patches on my feet and after using for 4 nights, I noticed that they weren't peeling and as dry. Alas, I got lazy and went to bed some nights without applying Renew, and my feet became ugly again. This is probably because I do torture my feet with some bad shoes as well.

I have wanted to try Renew on hubby's really yucky looking feet but have been putting it off. I should try to take before and after shots as well.

As for the texture of Renew, it's not heavy like most oil-based ones, but neither is it light and airy so those of you who are selective about this kind of thing should take note. However, it doesn't have a scent and does provide lasting coverage throughout the day. I put it on this morning and my legs haven't "dried out" yet, even in my air-conditioned office.

Quick update

There hasn't been much time to write an inspired blog entry these days, with the increased workload and more jobs (Hurrah!), so here's a quick update in point form in case you're wondering what I have been up to.

1. More work, more calls, more enquiries, and more meetings.
2. Made Vongole and Clam Chowder for the first time this week. Success!
3. Helped awwesomepossum do research on cameras and discovered new features on my Leica D-lux 4!
4. Killed all the insects on my plant and helped it to flower again. Alas, it seems to be a little sick still.
5. Baked pandan cake 3 times and it's almost good! Unfortunately, I am unable to buy the Chiffon Bake Tin and my plans for Try #4 will have to wait.
6. Reluctantly drag myself to the gym every week, except this past one.
7. Cooked less lunches this past month, but discovered many cheap and good stalls at the temporary Hong Lim Hawker Centre, and a fantastic authentic Thai eatery that serves cheap lunches!
8. Met up with some old friends for lunch.
9. Helped a friend design a cool invitation for her kids' birthday party.
10. Currently watching World Cup on Ch5. World Cup fever is upon us again!