home renovation

The ancestral house of my in-laws currently undergoing home renovation. They've decided to expand the house by adding rooms for the kids, and update the house facade from the old 70's architecture to modern zen. Aside from focusing on the facade, they also upgraded the bathroom fixtures which includes bathroom tiles, toilets, sinks and shower faucets. Major overhaul, I would say. And in a few months from now, the house will be ready by then. Hence, we are all excited with the outcome of the construction.

Red again for Christmas!

Yes, received another RED gift again for Christmas from the husband. For three consecutive years I got RED gifts from him. From the RED-strap Philip Stein Teslar watch 2008, to RED Day SGH Balenciag bag 2009 ... and this year 2010, another RED gift ... THE packaging. Hahaha! Yes, the paper bag used comes in red color. And I am ecstatic, uber delighted with it! And love, love it to bits! =) So happy that my wish granted... thanks to my Santa honey. =)

smoking problem

Any suggestions how to quit smoking? I've been finding ways on how to stop the husband from smoking, but so far ... haven't found the right solution for him. I so want the husband to kick this bad habit out his system for years now but it seems he's getting worst every day. He used to consume five sticks per day, but lately he can finish one pack of cigarettes per day. Could it be caused by his stressful work? Very bad. And with his increase in cigarette intake, I am worried for his health. And he's not getting any younger ... he needs to be fit and ensure he's always on top shape. Hence, any helpful tips or suggestions how to quit smoking?

holiday rush!

As I will be very busy today with all the holiday preparations and Christmas parties ... I don't think I can still find time to search at barska for my brother's wishlist. He's asking me to chip in and get him a good precision binoculars for his new hobby, air soft games. He's planning to get one not only for his outdoor games but of course for stargazing, watching concerts and other sporting events. Wish I have more time to learn more about his binoculars request...looks promising but it will be difficult for me to get one now with all the holiday brouhaha ... perhaps, next year on his 34th birthday.

wishlist revised ...

There are only two timepiece that I dream to own in my lifetime ... The ultimate Rolex two-toned perpetual date-just and Cartier's tank watch. And since I can't afford my dream watch ...perhaps this Christmas, will be settling to own the tank watch! Now I am torn if will get the tank in silver stainless stell bracelet or leather strap. What do you think?

The Tank is a line of watches made by Cartier. It was created by Louis Cartier in 1917, and inspired by the new Renault tanks which Cartier saw in use on the Western Front[1], and the prototype watch was presented by Cartier to General John Pershing of the American Expeditionary Force. Its lines and proportions are similar to those of tanks found on First World War battlefields; it is both a square and a rectangle, and its straps are concealed under vertical sidepieces so as to be hidden from view. Tanks (usually) have blue, sword-shaped hands with silvered opaline guilloché dials. The winding crowns on Tanks, like those of most Cartier watches, have sapphire cabochons on them. The most recent version of the Tank is the Tank Française, released in 1996. -- wikipedia

for practical use

Few months ago, the husband and I seriously considering getting electric generators for home use. Since we would usually experience power fluctuations for hours in my side of the world, getting a generator would be a big help for the kids. And since we have a baby in the family, it is practical and wise for us to invest in one. Our contractor recommended getting honda generators for home use. Practical, economical and less noise with its quiet series. Highly recommended by my friends too.

home improvements - maid's room

Any idea where I can get mattress for sale? I need to buy one soon, not for our use but for our helpers room. You see, the current mattress they're using kinda small. single size. And I feel bad everytimne I see them trying to squeeze in one bed. Though it was ok few years ago, when we just had one helper. However, with our increasing family size ...we decided to get additional helpers. From one helper six years ago, we now have three house helps. Thus, the husband and I thinking of upgrading their present bed, from single to double size bed.

all i want for christmas ...

... is world peace.

But, if I can't have world peace. I am willing to settle for the following: (hahaha! i hope the husband can read this!)

1. quick get-away travel for the kids. destination: Hongkong. I so want to bring Migo (as it would be his first time) to the happiest place on earth, Disneyland.


2. And if I will be given moolah by the husband as a pressy, probably get myself new purse. The alexa mulberry "it" bag. Preferably oversized in oak color.

3. get myself new watch -- perhaps, the omega seamaster GMT... junior size.

Oh how I really wish ... with barely two weeks left, not sure if the husband planning to get me anything for Christmas. Though we don't shower each other with lavish gifts during the holiday season, we usually spend so much for anniversaries ..which is two months from now. Won't hurt if I get my anniversary gift in advance, right? In fact, it is much cheaper if he get me christmas cum anniversary gift in one. Hahaha! Yeah, really wishful thinking! =)

Longchamp LE crazy!

New addition to my growing Lonchamp collection, the Miyajima of Shinto Shrine, Japan. It arrived just in time for the holidays. LC Limited Ed short handle, lilac with black print.Very nice!! =)

Finally, my Longchamp Limited Edition collection now complete with the arrival of Miyajima. Phote below shows my LC collection, from Eiffel Tower of Paris in long handle, with blue and navy color to Great Wall of China Cabas in Taupe color ; New York's Statue of Liberty in black and gold print ... lastly the Miyajima of Japan. It's the next best thing since I haven't been completed or toured all these great places... oh, except Japan and New York! =)

Now off to my LC bag posts. Need to finish reading more on nanocleanse review. A new product emerging as an advanced exfoliating cleansing scrub that uses a combination of 3 of the most powerful acne fighters, and they have literally multiplied the concentrations used in any other treatment, with no nasty side effects. Think I need to get this cleanser soon =)

wrinkle cream

Any suggestions for an effective wrinkle removal? Not that I see wrinkles on my face yet, thank God but I think I need to start observing my beauty regimen to minimize wrinkles. Aside from getting myself moisturizers, eye creams and other anti-wrinkle products I need to observe my diet. And surprsingly, I learned from my friends that avocado fruit is a good source of healthy monounsaturated fat that may help to reduce level of a bad type of cholesterol in body. It is a good source of vitamin E and can help to maintain healthy skin and prevent skin aging. It is rich in potassium which helps prevent fluid retention and high blood pressure. Great fruit, eh? Avocado, anyone?

on getting fit

Any suggestion for best creatine powder? The husband is looking for one as he's seriously considering getting toned and fit in an instant. He's looking for a fast acting creatine component meant to surround the muscles for more energy and less muscle fatigue. Moreover, it should work at the first use and effective without putting a hole in my pocket.