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A much-needed short break

Posted on December 2, 2021 by Admin

Missy and I are back to my hometown, Ipoh for a short break as her year-end school holiday has started.

It has been a year since I came back. It is a good break for us. We are spending time with my sisters and I also got to meet up with my relatives and friends. As usual, there’s lots of good food in Ipoh and missy is enjoying the cafe hopping. Many cafes have sprouted in Ipoh since I last came back. Will post more about our trip next.

Spotted this lovely distressed wall and windows on one of the shophouses in old town. I just love stumbling upon these things.

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My Funny Thrifty Girl

Posted on November 29, 2021 by Admin

Ashley received her first pair of Vans Slip On Checkerboard sneakers almost 4 years ago when my dad went to London for a holiday. Since that day, this Vans sneaker is her go-to shoe. You can tell how worn out the shoe is and she even wears it when she goes for her skateboarding class.

This is the condition of her Vans sneaker now and can you spot the holes? She doesn’t mind at all because it has become very comfortable to wear. I want to get her another pair of the same checkerboard design but she kept saying no. She said it’s time for her to move on to another design *roll eyes*. Each time I saw something nice and asked her if she wanted it, she would say no because she can still wear the old pair.

Recently I surprised her with another pair of Vans sneakers in a different design. It is a present for doing well in her final exam and also as an early Christmas present. I got her the Better Day Classic Slip-On. She loves this very much.

Pretty colorful and cute too. I think it matches most of her outfits.

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Fully Vaccinated And Going Out

Posted on November 24, 2021 by Admin

As I mentioned earlier, Ashley has completed her 2 doses of vaccine and is considered fully vaccinated after 14 days. So the first thing she did was to arrange for an outing to the mall with 2 of her closest classmates and her BFF cousin, Sophie. She made all the plans during the 14 days post-vaccination period and chose Puchong IOI Mall because she wanted to check out a store that sells her favorite Anime stuff called Oh! Gatcha. Of course, the first shop that we checked out was Oh! Gatcha and she bought a little anime figurine from Jujutsu Kaisen and it cost RM25.

The girls had a blast that day while I followed them around although I did leave them by themselves when inside the stores or during lunch.

Here they are posing inside Uniqlo store.

They also spent over an hour at the arcade located on the highest floor. They played race cars, basketball, some fighting game and the one above is the dancing game machine. She and her cousin were dancing to some K-pop songs.

She has been having cabin fever from the 8 months of lockdown. Being able to go out sometimes makes her happy as she gets to experience some pre-pandemic days again.

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Busy Weekend

Posted on November 21, 2021 by Admin

Ever since we moved to Phase 4 of the Movement Control Order and all of us have received our vaccination, especially missy, every weekend has been busy for me. Missy has skateboarding classes on Saturdays and on Sundays she would want to go outdoor. We don’t go to the malls every weekend or eat out although she wants to. I am still kind of worried about eating out as we have to remove our masks.

So after she has got her new Cruiser Yamba skateboard from Decathlon that allows her to skate easily on the road, she has been wanting to try it out. At first, I planned to walk with her to the next neighbourhood’s Family Mart while she skates this morning but because she woke up late, it was already very hot. Then hubs suggested that we go to the park nearby so missy can try to skate there. This park is usually packed with runners, walkers, yoga enthusiasts, Tai Chi practioners and cyclists. Luckily there weren’t many people when we reached at around 10.30am. So it was just nice for her to ride on her skateboard around the park.

The Yamba Cruiser is quiet on the concrete or tar road, unlike the skateboard she uses to do her training.

We spotted this monkey near the pond and it actually smiled at me when I whipped out my phone to take a photo.

After spending an hour at the park, we went to Family Mart to buy lunch and her favourite Chocolate Sofuto in a pint. Boy it was tiring for me as I went round the park with her as she skateboards. I guess we will be returning here every Sunday now.

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Makeup Gifts That Any Beauty Lover Would Want To Receive

Posted on November 19, 2021 by Admin

The holiday are almost here and they are the most wonderful time of the year for the beauty enthusiasts and people shopping for cheap makeup brands to give them. The reason being that there are many huge deals on makeup, limited edition beauty sets and festive packaging during this time of the year that makes this the best season to buy and gift makeup.

Whether you are looking for a great beauty gift for a friend or treating yourself to something new, you will find something that you won’t be able to resist. Many brands are already stocking their online stores with must-have makeup gift sets and ahead are some of the best values and deals that are great as Christmas gifts for your girlfriends, co-workers or family.

Huda New Nude Eyeshadow Makeup Palette

Makeup gift sets are great for the holidays because they offer big value as you are getting a bundle of products at a discounted rate. This Huda all-in-one eyeshadow palette consists of 18 highly-pigmented shades, ranging from flattering mattes to shimmer-drenched hues, and has everything to easily deliver a day or night glam look. This wholesale makeup is the perfect blend between sophistication and seductiveness.

HUDA BEAUTYThe New Nude Eyeshadow Palette

Huda Beauty Contour & Strobe Liquid Lip Set

Customize the perfect pout using this limited-edition gift set, featuring Huda Beauty’s favorite Lip Contour and Liquid Matte. It also includes a Lip Strobe for a high-shine. This cute liquid lip set is packaged in an ultra-covetable lip-shaped tin, making it the perfect gift for lipstick lovers.

Huda Beauty Contour & Strobe Set Muse & Angelic

Two Faced Sweet Peach Glow Makeup Palette

This Two Faced Sweet Peach Glow is a travel-ready makeup kit containing three shade highlighting palette that has a peach-infused formula which gives skin a pretty peachy glow. It comes in a petty little tin that is decorated with a cute little peach. Inside you will find a generously sized mirror. This set won’t take up too much space in the bag or carry-on. Too Faced Sweet Peach Glow

Dior Ultra Rouge Gift Set- 5 Lipsticks

Kept in a limited-edition couture case, this selection features five Rouge Dior Ultra Rouge lipsticks in ultra-pigmented shades of red with a luminous, semi-matte flawless finish.

Dior Rouge Dior Ultra Rouge Gift Set- 5 Lipsticks

Authentic Sigma Extravaganza Brush Kit

Whether the person you are gifting are opting for no makeup or decide to try something a little bolder, this well rounded set from Sigma has her and you covered. This lavish assortment of hand-crafted brushes features twenty-nine brushes in a luxe carrying case that is perfect for traveling and storage. This set has everything one needs for a luxurious makeup application.

Authentic Sigma extravaganza copper kit

Morphe Jaclyn Hill 35 Color Eyeshadow Set

If you have a friend who is always testing the new TikTok makeup trends or is a professional beauty artist, she will be ecstatic to receive this 35 color Morphe Jaclyn Hill Eyeshadow set which includes a range of vivid dark shades and light shades. This wholesale cosmetic is highly pigmented, long-lasting and easy to blend. This eyeshadow set is also a great gift for yourself to create flawless eye makeover. Morphe Jaclyn Hill 35 ColorEyeshadow PALETTE

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Being Alone

Posted on November 17, 2021 by Admin

I saw this quote posted by @fuckologyofficial and it got me thinking. I love love love doing things alone. I enjoy the quiet time by myself. I can eat at a restaurant by myself, watch a movie, go shopping and even exercise all by myself.

When I am alone, I can decide what I want to do, where I want to go without having to check with another person or wait for them.

Maybe it’s because I am older now and I appreciate the quiet time I spend with myself.

What about you?

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No Fear X H&M Collaboration For Skateboarding Fans

Posted on November 13, 2021 by Admin

I have just discovered that this new range of clothing from H&M. It is a collaboration with No Fear, the American lifestyle brand that was very popular in the mid 90’s and early aughts. The No Fear X H&M Collab is focused on a skate-inspired streetwear collection. How cool is that!

The skate-inspired streetwear collection includes oversized T-shirt, baggy pants, hoodies and crop tops in green, black and off-white. These clothes are just apt for the skatergirls and skaterboys.

Oversized T-shirt - Black/No Fear - Ladies | H&M GB

I asked Ashley if she would like to buy anything from this collection since she skateboards and she said no because I have been buying her clothes from my regular stall that sells brands like Esprit, H&M, Cheap Monday, Monki, American Eagle and more. You can read about it here and here. I hope I can find this No Fear x H&M collab collection from my favourite stall later.

This is missy on her way to the skateboarding lesson today. She’s wearing a Cheap Monday T-shirt and an H&M bicycle pants which I bought from my favourite stall at a steal. I just love bargains!

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Holiday Gift Ideas For The Men In Your Life

Posted on November 13, 2021 by Admin

Christmas songs have started popping up on my Instagram reels and Spotify. This means that the holiday season is just around corner. This also signifies the start of the holiday gift-buying season. Gift shopping is fun and exciting but it is not surprising that last on most people’s gift-shopping list would be the father, husband, son or a male relative or friend. It is can be quite a challenge to find holiday gifts for men, especially gifts that they will appreciate. This year, why not gift the men in your life some jewelry? Frankly, the jewelry store may not be the first place that comes to mind but you will be surprised what you can get when gift shopping for men.

Giving the gift of jewelry means that you can get them something that is long-lasting and high quality that expresses their personal style. So what’s the favorite men’s gifts this year? Check out these timeless and classic styles from Helloice.

Men’s Chain Necklace

If you are looking for a low-key accessory that makes a subtle statement, the unassuming tennis chain necklace fits the bill. On the other hand, if you like this style and want to take things up a notch, this 3mm Tennis Gold Chain that is covered with CZ stones will add an icier take on the regular tennis chain.

3mm Tennis 18K Gold Chain If the men in your life love to turn heads, this Iced Cuban Link Chain in white gold will make the ultimate gift.

Iced 8mm Cuban Link Chain in White Gold

Men’s Bracelets

Men’s bracelet are fun, easy and perfect for everyday wear. This rope bracelet in white gold boasts a minimalistic look.

3mm Rope Bracelet in White Gold

Men’s Earrings

Earrings make a stunning and memorable gift. The important thing to remember when choosing earrings for men is to keep it small and simple. Earrings typically come in three styles and they are hoops, studs and dangly. Hoop earrings are versatile choices while studs are low-key but make a nice fashion statement. Dangling earrings add a touch of casual, edgy style.

Stainless Steel Hoop Earrings

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How to Choose the Best Christmas Gift for Friend

Posted on November 11, 2021 by Admin

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Gifting is a unique way of expressing your love for anyone. The end of the year comes up with many festivals, cozy days, and holidays. So, give your friend a thoughtful gift to make your bond even more vital.

While choosing the perfect present, everyone tends to get confused and exhausted. But, luckily this article has narrowed down some gorgeous gifts for every type of friendship.

So, make your Christmas and winter even more cherishable by gifting amazing things to your friend. Let’s have a look at the list.

A Timeless Canvas

A canvas makes a perfect gift for your friend who loves wall arts. You can print your favorite picture and customize it according to different styles and sizes. Suppose your friend loves all old-fashioned things; choose vintage wall pieces. You can look for ideas for vintage-inspired prints to choose the best one. The vintage canvas looks very rustic, premium, and is forever.

The canvas is affordable, durable, fall-proof, lightweight, and looks very royal. In addition, they come with a ready hang sawtooth hanger, which makes them the perfect gift for your friend.

Books for the Reader

Blue Abstract Elegance Multi Panel Canvas Wall Art

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Christmas brings along the holiday season, so give your avid reader friend some books. You can choose from their favorite genre or give some top-rated books.

Musical Gadgets

The musical top trending gadgets for a music lover are the best gift. You can get a Bluetooth speaker, wireless earphones, or a smart speaker. All of them have a superb sound quality and are the perfect gift for happy festive times.

Ring Light Set

Does your friend inspire you to become an influencer? Or loves making content? Gift them a ring light set with a perfect tripod stand and all types of rings.

The tripod stands with adjustable height, and the Bluetooth feature saves all the troubles. Moreover, the rings provide the perfect light on the subject.

Fitness Watch

Christmas and the new year start with fresh resolutions. So, provide your fitness freak friend with an excellent fitness watch or band to track all his activities and workouts. The Bluetooth watch sends important notifications and also tracks all your activity and heart rate.

Virtual Reality Headsets

The VR sets for a gaming freak would be the best surprise. The VR sets let you play games in 3D and create an ultimate gaming experience. There are so many brands launching competitive headsets. So, choose the best one for your friend.

Winter Layerings

The winter layerings like perfect blankets, jackets, overcoats, and caps make perfect Christmas gifts. However, the occasion demands get-togethers and lots of layering.

So give your friend their favorite color: warm clothes or cozy mufflers and comforters. A pullover with reindeer prints will make an outstanding Christmas gift.

Christmas Inspired Accessories

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A reindeer, snowflake, or Santa neckpiece for a jewelry maniac friend will be a cute gift. In addition, you can gift rings, neckpieces, or earrings which represent Christmas and the season in the best possible way.

Cozy Boots

Christmas comes with lots of snow and freezing weather. So give a practical gift to your friends, like warm and furry gumboots. The boots are perfect for walking on the snow and protecting from the chilled winds.

The Improved Winter Gloves

The improved winter gloves, which are tactile, are fabulous. They allow you to use your mobile screen so that you don’t have to get them off every time. The gloves are hot with excellent grips on fingers and let you operate your phone.

Online Subscriptions

Do something out of the box and give your friend an online subscription. For example, your friend may love anime, movies, cooking, or any shows. So, give him a yearly subscription to his favorite online streaming service. So, every time they watch something, it will remind them of your lovely present.

Lodge Cast Iron Skillet

A friend who’s getting into cooking lately will surely appreciate a cast-iron skillet. You can place it on the stovetop, oven, grill, or anything. It works like magic and is a perfect gift for cooking enthusiasts.

It is very affordable and can be used by anyone. The cast iron is healthy for cooking and makes an all-in-one best skillet for the kitchen. So give your friend this analytical equipment for the best cooking experience.

Let’s Wrap it

The list of ideas may have narrowed down your choices. So choose the best gift for your friend and make your celebrations even merrier. The selection of gifts is a daunting task, so go through the above gifts for better options.

The gifts and memories related to it will always stay with us forever. So it’s not about the price but the efforts and the thought behind the present.

You can also take indirect advice from your friends about the gift. Observe what they need and give them practical or decorative gifts which they will cherish forever.