tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22669596215555547622024-03-13T23:05:26.393+08:00Ortolana ClareA Malaysian blogger that writes about Lifestyle, Travel, Tarot and more.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00348170009679554855noreply@blogger.comBlogger187125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2266959621555554762.post-14452216799231482142023-11-13T11:35:00.008+08:002023-11-13T12:22:35.841+08:00Get up to 15% off flights with this Malaysian Airlines promo code (Nov 2023)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoa6UJB6mtBvBEiOH1nEfdNJUOgdL6EyynjYMnkl4lUaH-psIYuHksn3XqmIcgrFnCtaQDrhMH-CofZBe_3S9to_pReeC_GyjIffgD4ogIJES5yHO5tVbTko0lBURgJsYf5v4TT2TaAQNOgWSXZVWqPtfUsbnQIkmTR4SSug12VQm3R2jP90pGdOa2VWo/s2000/2000x1500-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="2000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoa6UJB6mtBvBEiOH1nEfdNJUOgdL6EyynjYMnkl4lUaH-psIYuHksn3XqmIcgrFnCtaQDrhMH-CofZBe_3S9to_pReeC_GyjIffgD4ogIJES5yHO5tVbTko0lBURgJsYf5v4TT2TaAQNOgWSXZVWqPtfUsbnQIkmTR4SSug12VQm3R2jP90pGdOa2VWo/w640-h480/2000x1500-1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;">If you've been daydreaming about your next getaway, here's some exciting news to turn those dreams into reality. Malaysia Airlines is currently rolling out a spectacular <a href="https://invol.co/clk8qu5" target="_blank">sale on flights</a> to enchanting destinations like Trivandrum, Ahmedabad, and more! The catch? This fantastic offer is only available until December 9th, so it's time to fasten your seatbelts and dive into the details.<span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #ea9999; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: x-small;">[This blog contains affiliate links which help me out at no cost to yourself] </span></p><p style="text-align: center;">*</p><p style="text-align: center;">Trivandrum, Ahmedabad, and a myriad of other captivating new locations in India are on the list, beckoning you to explore their beauty. Whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or someone seeking vibrant cultural experiences, these destinations have something special for every kind of traveller.</p><p style="text-align: center;">Mark your calendars! The clock is ticking as this sale concludes on <b><u>December 9th, 2023</u></b>. That means you have a limited time to snatch up this golden opportunity to plan your next adventure.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: center;"><b><u>Up to 15% Off - Your Passport to Savings:</u></b></h4><p style="text-align: center;">Who doesn't love a good deal? When you book your flights during this exclusive sale period, Malaysia Airlines is offering up to 15% off, making your travel dreams even more enticing. It's a chance to explore, experience, and create memories without breaking the bank.</p><p style="text-align: center;">Just use the code <span style="text-align: left;"><u style="font-weight: bold;"><a href="https://invol.co/clk8qu5" target="_blank">MHIA15</a></u> when you checkout to enjoy up to a 15% discount on your bookings today!</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">However, do note that there are blackout periods where this discount cannot be used.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"> </span>Blackout period: </p><p style="text-align: center;">10Nov23 β 13Nov23 (Deepavali),</p><p style="text-align: center;">22Dec23 β 26Dec23 (Christmas),</p><p style="text-align: center;">30Dec23 β 02Jan24 (New Year)</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">Ready to jet off? Head to the <a href="https://invol.co/clk8qu5" target="_blank">Malaysia Airlines website</a> now, secure your seats, and get ready to embark on a new chapter of exploration! πβ¨ #TravelGoals #MalaysiaAirlinesSale #WanderlustAdventure</p><p style="text-align: center;">*</p><h4 style="text-align: center;"><b><u>Other MAS Deals:</u></b></h4><p style="text-align: center;">* <a href="https://invol.co/clk8quh" target="_blank">Swap your bank points for Enrich Points now and enjoy up to 20% bonus points with your bank</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">* <a href="https://invol.co/clk8quh" target="_blank">Book flights and hotels to enjoy a FREE flight and stay for one child on our domestic packages</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">* <a href="https://invol.co/clk8quh" target="_blank">11.11 Instant Getaway Deals - Fly from RM379 (ends 15 Nov)</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">* <a href="https://invol.co/clk8quh" target="_blank">40% off Golden Lounge Access</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">* <a href="https://invol.co/clk8quh" target="_blank">FLYsiswa - Score up to 40% off flights for students (ends 31 Dec)</a></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2266959621555554762.post-13729632107517103292023-10-06T09:53:00.002+08:002023-10-06T09:59:32.368+08:009 great ways to use your postcards<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm7xYDkSaJfNHafRWrZaKL13q5pxzsqmKoBqjHPRiwkLn2GSNjEkv9pn94gLQ4FxqplEMs0ZGs9uoiVVLyYeOY41U8exgzVN4AUz0koXb1vFHglch47gptGzScvVzc3MjHT7bn8BIhGgw-YtbLrQV6cZ8h6qG4W_tx3f0cjgew1vP0CwbJeVSvFaWZWJE/s6016/becky-phan-qWsVgxgo1-E-unsplash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="6016" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm7xYDkSaJfNHafRWrZaKL13q5pxzsqmKoBqjHPRiwkLn2GSNjEkv9pn94gLQ4FxqplEMs0ZGs9uoiVVLyYeOY41U8exgzVN4AUz0koXb1vFHglch47gptGzScvVzc3MjHT7bn8BIhGgw-YtbLrQV6cZ8h6qG4W_tx3f0cjgew1vP0CwbJeVSvFaWZWJE/w640-h426/becky-phan-qWsVgxgo1-E-unsplash.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div>Even though we live in a digital age, postcards are still a great way to communicate. They're small and easy to carry, and you can get creative with them in a way that you can't with other ways of communicating. </div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div><span style="color: #ea9999; font-size: x-small;">[This blog contains affiliate links which help me out at no cost to yourself] </span></div><div>Here are 10 fun ways that I like to use postcards:</div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><h3><b>Share Love </b></h3><div>Whether it's Valentine's Day or just an ordinary day, sending a <a href="https://shope.ee/4VB9C7yRur" target="_blank">postcard</a> with a heartfelt message can be a sweet gesture to express your love. </div><div><br /></div><div>I personally use the postcards in my collection to write love notes to my husband and hide them under his pillow or in his work bag. It works out great cause he's happy and my postcards don't go to waste! I think it's even cuter when you actually mail it out and they receive it in the mail. Thinking about it now, it would also be great for those of you who are in long-distance relationships!</div><div><br /></div><h3><b>Celebrate Achievements</b></h3><div>When someone you know accomplishes something significant, like graduating or tying the knot, you can celebrate their success with a <a href="https://shope.ee/B2A2IOhuc" target="_blank">congratulatory postcard</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>Recently, a friend of mine went back to South Korea for a holiday and came back with a postcard which she decorated with cute little <a href="https://shope.ee/qHqpU5W3A" target="_blank">wedding-themed stickers</a>. She was not able to attend my wedding and instead gave me a postcard as a congratulations (along with a monetary gift hehe). She wrote no words, just filled the whole back of the chick-shaped postcard with cute stickers and I love it!</div><div><br /></div><h3><b>Special Occasions: </b></h3><div><a href="https://shopee.com.my/search?keyword=birthday%20postcard" target="_blank">Birthdays</a>, <a href="https://shope.ee/10bH1ujuh6" target="_blank">Christmas</a>, and other holidays can be made extra special with postcards. You can pick ready-made ones or get creative and <a href="https://invol.co/cljzji8" target="_blank">design your own</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>If you're like me and already have a large postcard collection because of <a href="https://www.postcrossing.com/" target="_blank">Postcrossing</a> (or just because you're just a tiny bit of a hoarder), you can use them as gift tags instead of buying expensive cards from the store. Postcards usually come in packs in various designs and are much cheaper than actual greeting cards so I prefer to use them. Plus, the limited space available means I don't feel as pressured to write so much. π</div><div><br /></div><div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7JBOl7m-7XTpH06BqhtEj2A8h-KGEGvO-FG-CXV9DVHfkUXlpSNCw5j8E3_Frby5sHoULxgxncsSRXT81cAncKg0qcaX9GjoTOL8jmboIPO2BV8j_SGAo30ZpgFiH1AONgzumaKSYWY5z3TVSG6G1eDKbRY11zy9B7fVZ8U758ruDhbMbB9DE0MLp8DM/s6193/kevin-xue-SNMKcGFB-0w-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4129" data-original-width="6193" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7JBOl7m-7XTpH06BqhtEj2A8h-KGEGvO-FG-CXV9DVHfkUXlpSNCw5j8E3_Frby5sHoULxgxncsSRXT81cAncKg0qcaX9GjoTOL8jmboIPO2BV8j_SGAo30ZpgFiH1AONgzumaKSYWY5z3TVSG6G1eDKbRY11zy9B7fVZ8U758ruDhbMbB9DE0MLp8DM/w640-h426/kevin-xue-SNMKcGFB-0w-unsplash.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td></tr></tbody></table></div><h3><b>Business Promotion:</b></h3><div>Postcards can serve as a handy tool for promoting your business. Print them with an eye-catching message and graphics, and share them with potential clients.</div><div><br /></div><div>As an illustrator with a small business, I do know some fellow artists who use postcards as Thank-you cards as well. Some create custom designs while others would just <a href="https://shope.ee/5pgWnG701S" target="_blank">stamp</a> their socials and information at the back after adding a handwritten thank you message. I personally create custom postcards with my socials printed so customers can get a mini print of my art and still have my contact information.</div><div><br /></div><h3><b>Remember the Date: </b></h3><div>Jot down a special day on the back of a postcard and hang it in your home or stick it in your journal to remember special occasions.</div><div><br /></div><div>I like to do this a lot especially when I first started dating my husband. I would write down things like the first time we spent Christmas together, our first date, the first time he met my family, etc. along with a brief description of what happened. Some I have in my journal and others I have stuck on the wall in my office at home. It just reminds me of the special moments we've had together.</div><div><br /></div><h3><b>Artistic Expression: </b></h3><div>If you're artistically inclined, use postcards as a canvas for your creativity. Each card can be a unique piece of art or part of a series that tells a story.</div><div><br /></div><div>Sometimes when we buy a pack of postcards, we find one or two that don't have a particularly appealing design. I would paint on the back of these postcards as practice. It's quite challenging as the canvas is much smaller. And if you mess up, you won't feel that bad. π</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHuePMItkR2otatpkLskq-mSS4m7G3QYOhjFjawPg5XXq6rqP6-q05eAzD5wI9YfWeiLvvE2MY6GOITTgIgVOd6LwUgwjrcYTIReqgNfGIVWTGaAud_72yuoDZ-wrRTQq68KCudX1kqzpExUMhB1S21Qc4FpQ3IDN3eRA-zSAOdSndW6ooGqwEdTSBfec/s6240/jakob-owens-jHjjWSmnznc-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4160" data-original-width="6240" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHuePMItkR2otatpkLskq-mSS4m7G3QYOhjFjawPg5XXq6rqP6-q05eAzD5wI9YfWeiLvvE2MY6GOITTgIgVOd6LwUgwjrcYTIReqgNfGIVWTGaAud_72yuoDZ-wrRTQq68KCudX1kqzpExUMhB1S21Qc4FpQ3IDN3eRA-zSAOdSndW6ooGqwEdTSBfec/w640-h426/jakob-owens-jHjjWSmnznc-unsplash.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></div><h3><b>Travel Journal: </b></h3><div>When you're on the road, use postcards to jot down your thoughts and memories about the places you visit. Add photos, notes, dates, and locations for a <a href="https://shope.ee/1VXXdM8t4m" target="_blank">travel journal</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>When I travel, I write notes on the back of postcards and send them to myself. Since snail mail tends to arrive much later than your typical email, it's quite exciting to receive a little reminder of your trip in the mail 1-2 months after you come home. Plus, if you're overseas, it can be quite exciting to learn how the post system works in different parts of the world! (or maybe that's just me?)</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4YvldcBfxwcpVYaii1nYrcECmtcbzvxST9Cq6IXmy-UUGYnAZ6QLbnIdwb_paCRPyshFmDfQnrFShWUR4gRvIaTWb5WFF6tGM__j8knwfKC4VLxPYNiNfYh7LxBLBWgXJhzvMSgo9jln_1_jYgLEme0rsToTUPwUnSQgW9eZxtSttRYkazw1aFVG_tFU/s5184/ireland-rogers-XkH3EGlQshQ-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="5184" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4YvldcBfxwcpVYaii1nYrcECmtcbzvxST9Cq6IXmy-UUGYnAZ6QLbnIdwb_paCRPyshFmDfQnrFShWUR4gRvIaTWb5WFF6tGM__j8knwfKC4VLxPYNiNfYh7LxBLBWgXJhzvMSgo9jln_1_jYgLEme0rsToTUPwUnSQgW9eZxtSttRYkazw1aFVG_tFU/w640-h426/ireland-rogers-XkH3EGlQshQ-unsplash.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><h3><b>Home Decor: </b></h3><div>Postcards can be an affordable way to spruce up your living space. <a href="https://shope.ee/8zdYYHWsUM" target="_blank">Frame</a> them or create a stylish photo board to add a personal touch to your home decor.</div><div><br /></div><div>I love to frame postcards I bought during my trips as they remind me of my holiday. I would often choose postcards that have images of the place I'm visiting so I can frame them and use them as decoration!</div><div><br /></div><h3><b>Pen Pal Fun: </b></h3><div>Connect with people worldwide by starting a pen pal program using postcards. Swap cards and get to know someone from a different part of the world.</div><div><br /></div><div>This one is a no-brainer. If you haven't heard of Postcrossing, do give it a go! Sign-up is free and you can send postcards to people all over the world and receive postcards safely!</div><div><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;">*</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I hope this list helps you use those postcards you've been hoarding! </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2266959621555554762.post-14488693036249870752023-07-05T19:48:00.004+08:002023-08-02T16:35:22.990+08:00[REVIEW] Healthland Thai Massage Taman Segar: Worth Every Penny<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsOjHifXYpC2rokgEO108hU09Qd4_O8tLwc86orRrNeFV_mYWAYJb0QLVjejbMAzTvxZEv7MSABGV_B1Jj4aPsJ70FATr3snClMfvWOxDhFDkQs4KhsC-8Bagmn-sBeVHAADRocKt0UEFvd6bdD9st4ZDpZ2FlUOZvHALMZcolLP9oZ7M30gXG1DMzRWQ/s575/healthland%20massage.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="455" data-original-width="575" height="506" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsOjHifXYpC2rokgEO108hU09Qd4_O8tLwc86orRrNeFV_mYWAYJb0QLVjejbMAzTvxZEv7MSABGV_B1Jj4aPsJ70FATr3snClMfvWOxDhFDkQs4KhsC-8Bagmn-sBeVHAADRocKt0UEFvd6bdD9st4ZDpZ2FlUOZvHALMZcolLP9oZ7M30gXG1DMzRWQ/w640-h506/healthland%20massage.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;">Welcome back, dear readers! Today, I am thrilled to introduce you to the wonderful world of Healthland massage services. In this fast-paced world, it's important to prioritize self-care and take a break from our busy lives. Healthland offers a range of therapeutic treatments that will leave you feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready to take on the world. Join me as we delve into the holistic experience that awaits you at Healthland.</p><span><a name='more'></a></span><p style="text-align: center;">*</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>A Haven of Tranquility:</b></p><p style="text-align: center;">When you step into Healthland, you are greeted by a serene and soothing environment. The ambience is carefully designed to provide a haven of tranquillity, allowing you to escape the stresses of everyday life. From the calming music to the gentle scent of essential oils, every detail is meticulously curated to create a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQbGuzScrybVvSP2j9p2W0ecTeBuyla_hEI4L_ukLwD6hvBsJ0CnFRpk9S5ufTNeLQONBT99ZjQWgIr1_4souk0TH54bw5DqZJX-a5HEIE_d7EaO9kr9XOdaTK-62mg3xSPiGdKxZJzLB-Ify5wKYrlC8jQTmCLrHJkiG-jf64ZiMjqhryr2wXlAaSywo/s6000/alan-caishan-cU53ZFBr3lk-unsplash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="6000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQbGuzScrybVvSP2j9p2W0ecTeBuyla_hEI4L_ukLwD6hvBsJ0CnFRpk9S5ufTNeLQONBT99ZjQWgIr1_4souk0TH54bw5DqZJX-a5HEIE_d7EaO9kr9XOdaTK-62mg3xSPiGdKxZJzLB-Ify5wKYrlC8jQTmCLrHJkiG-jf64ZiMjqhryr2wXlAaSywo/w640-h426/alan-caishan-cU53ZFBr3lk-unsplash.jpg" width="640" /></a></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><br /></b></div><b><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Expert Therapists:</b></div></b><p></p><p style="text-align: center;">At Healthland, you will find a team of highly skilled and experienced therapists who are passionate about their craft. They possess a deep understanding of the human body and its intricate systems. Whether you're seeking relief from muscle tension, stress reduction, or simply a pampering session, the therapists at Healthland have got you covered. Their intuitive touch and personalized approach ensure that each treatment is tailored to your needs.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil1ls9Q7zz6MohNFZzX0_W5wFnLjvqE6gDPZ9tW5jhQ761im2C_Ompvf1IxemTw3voVJR9nuPPWsVyeFb7dvmFAYbvcTYNqlbqzWpP2aGhqWUNe4srNsj-bBFgW5IJkjN4XUrlePj-D5f2WRBRehmhWPoLtp9UVAuwrEV82k7ETWzTf5FsqDCwQr_yxJ4/s562/healthland%20happy%20hour.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="562" data-original-width="395" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil1ls9Q7zz6MohNFZzX0_W5wFnLjvqE6gDPZ9tW5jhQ761im2C_Ompvf1IxemTw3voVJR9nuPPWsVyeFb7dvmFAYbvcTYNqlbqzWpP2aGhqWUNe4srNsj-bBFgW5IJkjN4XUrlePj-D5f2WRBRehmhWPoLtp9UVAuwrEV82k7ETWzTf5FsqDCwQr_yxJ4/w451-h640/healthland%20happy%20hour.png" width="451" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Comprehensive Range of Treatments:</b></div><p style="text-align: center;">Healthland offers an extensive array of <a href="https://book.healthland.com.my/about/allservices" target="_blank">services</a>, catering to various health and wellness needs. Let's explore some of their most popular services:</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">a) <b>Thai Traditional Treatment</b>: Experience the ancient healing art of Thai massage, which combines acupressure, stretching, and rhythmic compressions to relieve muscle tension, improve flexibility, and enhance overall well-being.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">b) <b>Thainess Oil</b>: Indulge in the exquisite scents of essential oils as skilled therapists use gentle, flowing strokes to promote relaxation, reduce anxiety, and uplift your mood.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">c) <b>Deep Tissue Treatment</b>: Ideal for those seeking a more intense therapy, this technique targets deep layers of muscle tissue to alleviate chronic pain, release knots, and restore balance to the body.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">d) <b>Luk Pra Kob</b>: Feel your tension melt away as a heated compress ball is placed on strategic points of your body, easing muscle stiffness, promoting circulation, and instilling a profound sense of calm.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">e) <b>Foot Treatment</b>: Treat your feet to a well-deserved pampering session. </p><p style="text-align: center;">*</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Benefits Beyond the Massage Table</b>:</p><p style="text-align: center;">Beyond the immediate relaxation and rejuvenation you experience during your session, Healthland provides long-term health benefits. Regular massages can help improve blood circulation, enhance lymphatic drainage, boost immune function, and reduce the risk of injury. Additionally, massage therapy is known to alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression, and insomnia, allowing you to achieve a better state of mental and emotional well-being.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b>Immerse Yourself in Wellness</b>:</p><p style="text-align: center;">Healthland goes above and beyond to provide a holistic wellness experience. By immersing yourself in these wellness activities, you can enhance the therapeutic effects of the massages and achieve a deeper level of relaxation and rejuvenation.</p><p style="text-align: center;">Healthland is not just a massage parlour; it's a sanctuary for your mind, body, and soul. With its serene atmosphere, expert therapists, and comprehensive range of treatments, this haven of tranquillity is the perfect place to prioritize your health and well-being. So, dear readers, I urge you to take a break from the hustle and bustle of life and immerse yourself in the healing touch of Healthland. Your body and mind will thank you for it! </p><p style="text-align: center;">*</p><h2 style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><u>A Personal Review</u></span></b></h2><p style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;"></span></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkIfDgqt4Pfea73OogXeg1D0nIVe-2Bq6KABQ7pXefM6G48AvQNlbLl3bD28-vTUFlLliPiyOOJ8ZSwIfM2YtOrtTkGsaeA5Ae0h2hX4c_heIlTsD6r_r238WrebqXfQlJnSay7-4gKgPbSi9YFSlD19S7bMxyH-nwErI7xvZwXox5sB_Vg8LzVSzLWtY/s4032/IMG_5855.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkIfDgqt4Pfea73OogXeg1D0nIVe-2Bq6KABQ7pXefM6G48AvQNlbLl3bD28-vTUFlLliPiyOOJ8ZSwIfM2YtOrtTkGsaeA5Ae0h2hX4c_heIlTsD6r_r238WrebqXfQlJnSay7-4gKgPbSi9YFSlD19S7bMxyH-nwErI7xvZwXox5sB_Vg8LzVSzLWtY/w640-h480/IMG_5855.jpeg" width="640" /></a></span></b></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;">My fiance and I visited their Taman Segar branch on the weekend and we were pleasantly surprised by the service! It wasn't our first time experiencing their services, but it was our first time at this outlet.</p><p style="text-align: center;"> The receptionists were kind and very attentive to us while we waited for our scheduled appointment time. As it was a busy area, we thought we had to be a little earlier to find a parking space. So in the end, we had to wait about 30 minutes for our 5PM appointment. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1ureqi-L6XhwfjnE9Y5bP2mQgXHqMeYrAbpothHyJOqB0XlKtMbiSTM8ckFD6pW9K4o_96c_r2FFCCCDfL0lUvcyfbuKasNoQNH0g6EmJa_RDasmxBLltlzGSaGiIEqv8IBLvCUzToby4jf-3kUtYGh37A5y3o5NfcaNF8WaMoubOGH1nk7ieJ97ST9Y/s4032/IMG_5863.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1ureqi-L6XhwfjnE9Y5bP2mQgXHqMeYrAbpothHyJOqB0XlKtMbiSTM8ckFD6pW9K4o_96c_r2FFCCCDfL0lUvcyfbuKasNoQNH0g6EmJa_RDasmxBLltlzGSaGiIEqv8IBLvCUzToby4jf-3kUtYGh37A5y3o5NfcaNF8WaMoubOGH1nk7ieJ97ST9Y/w640-h480/IMG_5863.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;">We opted for their 2-hour oil massage and chose a couple's room where our beds would be side by side. The room was spacious and clean, and the masseuses were very professional. I actually liked the fact they gave us batik cloth to cover ourselves instead of towels.<span style="color: white;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: white; font-size: xx-small;">The oil that they used for the massage was also warm, which felt heavenly in the cold air-conditioned room.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgahXxrBO-bLtcaAW9kWY2cKMv7k7o8S_7Sg96mlp3vHbR-gaQkpoRIsWoGzqJ9nAaz639S1MtSkI__yEEtkrThfe4PLkgabY9_mjHJ3vrZkzuVxUnr3VYqIxMTsAixQIYomoo631MXWwm7NUBsh190J_AXA0bZj5289TTuLbmUjcj0Xxnii2udD_7LtC0/s4032/IMG_5868.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgahXxrBO-bLtcaAW9kWY2cKMv7k7o8S_7Sg96mlp3vHbR-gaQkpoRIsWoGzqJ9nAaz639S1MtSkI__yEEtkrThfe4PLkgabY9_mjHJ3vrZkzuVxUnr3VYqIxMTsAixQIYomoo631MXWwm7NUBsh190J_AXA0bZj5289TTuLbmUjcj0Xxnii2udD_7LtC0/w640-h480/IMG_5868.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The massage itself was heavenly. My partner and I had female masseurs and they were very strong! They made sure to ask us if they were applying the appropriate pressure throughout our massage. We had a few funny moments towards the end when they would stretch us to end the massage. At other brands, their masseurs would always fail to crack anything on my body. But my masseuse was so good that she managed to crack my neck, back, and toes (all of which never crack usually). I was so surprised that I began giggling and she laughed with me. I was impressed and felt incredibly light and relaxed after. </div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;">I was honestly so tempted to ask for her name so I can ask for her again the next time I return cause I enjoyed her massage so much. But I didn't know if that was allowed haha. </p><p style="text-align: center;">Before we left, they served us a hot ginger tea which I thought was so delicious and different from other places. Usually, we'd be served lemongrass tea. But I enjoyed the ginger tea as it was spicy and helped warm my body.</p><p style="text-align: center;">Overall, it was an amazing experience and I would definitely recommend anyone looking for a nice relaxing massage to head to Healthland. They won't disappoint!</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2266959621555554762.post-91444202239692123522023-04-01T10:33:00.008+08:002023-04-01T10:33:37.834+08:004 Reasons Why You Need an Elevated Cat Bowl<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-A40inE_0MO_fmyTmwZfK1oGgPyseclBSnXiS0QSficVv2x-x0iKMSuFEOQ04Nuoo9cNOiU-gJ1rTiOmmfm1aZ4KAKwU-kqjBLZkMK92J5suCW7b668B2JIaeTxBA-k8Ea6BvWycDE6nuA1traYa69GgsYafTUWVry07OfLAKbvQU8IxBDua55ujd/s6000/yerlin-matu-GtwiBmtJvaU-unsplash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="6000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-A40inE_0MO_fmyTmwZfK1oGgPyseclBSnXiS0QSficVv2x-x0iKMSuFEOQ04Nuoo9cNOiU-gJ1rTiOmmfm1aZ4KAKwU-kqjBLZkMK92J5suCW7b668B2JIaeTxBA-k8Ea6BvWycDE6nuA1traYa69GgsYafTUWVry07OfLAKbvQU8IxBDua55ujd/w640-h426/yerlin-matu-GtwiBmtJvaU-unsplash.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">As a cat owner, you probably know that feeding your feline friend is an important part of their daily routine. But did you know that how you feed your cat can impact their health and well-being? One way to improve your cat's feeding experience is by using elevated cat bowls, which come with several benefits.</div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">1. <b>Better digestion</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">When cats eat from bowls that are placed on the floor, they often have to hunch over and eat at awkward angles, which can lead to digestive problems. Elevated cat bowls raise the food and water to a level that is more comfortable for your cat to eat, reducing the strain on their neck, back, and digestive systems.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">*</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">2. <b>Reduced strain on joints</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">For older cats or those with arthritis, getting down on the floor to eat can be difficult. Elevated cat bowls can help reduce the strain on their joints by raising the food and water to a more comfortable height. This can also help prevent joint pain and stiffness in the long run.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">*</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">3. <b>Hygiene benefits</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Elevated cat bowls can also help keep your cat's feeding area cleaner by raising the bowls off the ground, reducing the likelihood of dirt, dust, and debris getting into your cat's food and water. They also make it easier for you to clean the bowls, making sure that they are always sanitized and free from bacteria.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">*</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">4. <b>Preventing whisker fatigue</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Cats have sensitive whiskers that are important for their sense of touch and balance. When they eat from bowls that are too deep or narrow, they may experience "whisker fatigue," which is caused by the constant stimulation of their whiskers against the sides of the bowl. 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When choosing a bowl, make sure to look for a design that is the right height for your cat and that is made from safe, non-toxic materials. With the right bowl and a little extra care, you can help support your cat's health and well-being!</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2266959621555554762.post-77992050050093030272023-03-31T16:40:00.001+08:002023-03-31T16:40:38.287+08:00Top 10 Korean skincare products in Malaysia<p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHTyLS_bemrWYCSI0iV2v8aC1I07PK9OF0YZIrZt2EUHC46Z4HXdTUpatKPGDG-iDmMQpKw5FJJIapz7UlTueYxnSPj-ZV1CxV2UCCdHAwnmJ5LlcgNn_pWO8Tuyl5WaAS2ZDa1YYvYfb9EpsW8D42pnHw82_12tHZ-2TSzMpYQ75xaRdFpMKYe-Df/s5072/linh-ha-nt6KRD9im7A-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="5072" height="504" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHTyLS_bemrWYCSI0iV2v8aC1I07PK9OF0YZIrZt2EUHC46Z4HXdTUpatKPGDG-iDmMQpKw5FJJIapz7UlTueYxnSPj-ZV1CxV2UCCdHAwnmJ5LlcgNn_pWO8Tuyl5WaAS2ZDa1YYvYfb9EpsW8D42pnHw82_12tHZ-2TSzMpYQ75xaRdFpMKYe-Df/w640-h504/linh-ha-nt6KRD9im7A-unsplash.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Korean skincare has taken the world by storm, and Malaysia is no exception. With its promise of flawless and dewy skin, itβs no wonder that Malaysian women have embraced Korean skincare products. Here are the most popular Korean skincare products in Malaysia.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: courier; font-size: xx-small;">[My page may contain affiliate links]</span></span></p><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;">*</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-jNiQHpBC9JyMcVBayrjN9c-nvbOEUELTRE0sWTnFYrez4_2CII7XVHnpPzuv4Y1eRw1D-i5IyCqORZBhFfKY-h_bzz7feyBRjrq-YAip-U_6y0Tf3J2q2Kp1mW0xQl36H_0vBfOJkQu2Hysc6t71NlM_sqYzhINLBloTokFYdjzLCtfKkPbkXxF-/s550/laneigewatersleepingmask.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="350" data-original-width="550" height="255" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-jNiQHpBC9JyMcVBayrjN9c-nvbOEUELTRE0sWTnFYrez4_2CII7XVHnpPzuv4Y1eRw1D-i5IyCqORZBhFfKY-h_bzz7feyBRjrq-YAip-U_6y0Tf3J2q2Kp1mW0xQl36H_0vBfOJkQu2Hysc6t71NlM_sqYzhINLBloTokFYdjzLCtfKkPbkXxF-/w400-h255/laneigewatersleepingmask.png" width="400" /></a></div></div></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;">1. <a href="https://shope.ee/1ApqCBbQbR" target="_blank">Laneige Water Sleeping Mask</a></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;">One of the best-selling products in Malaysia, the <a href="https://shope.ee/6zndAoFx5u" target="_blank">Laneige</a> Water Sleeping Mask is a game-changer in the skincare game. This gel-like mask is meant to hydrate and brighten the skin while you sleep. Itβs made with Laneigeβs patented Hydro Ionized Mineral Water and a special Moisture Wrap technology that locks in moisture throughout the night. Wake up to softer, smoother, and more supple skin with this miracle mask.</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;">*</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxhPFqs99TeuWZnZaPG7lzJphzo0ChKLkkrY1FbQI-4ex3TF6L0jzeePFsqa_QWrAEME4oCTlT93AsqRQU6M15If6XsvmSdFlQHXPMPneCZGavHogmOu9ucWqp2HuzNkvaopM5SPVPXZ4zaxYxzp40Xr9kLI7w_dleQYMn2F8h0ylgTkG7dCiuj1Iw/s1000/7417c4d19f6864fb303ba79859a0e141.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxhPFqs99TeuWZnZaPG7lzJphzo0ChKLkkrY1FbQI-4ex3TF6L0jzeePFsqa_QWrAEME4oCTlT93AsqRQU6M15If6XsvmSdFlQHXPMPneCZGavHogmOu9ucWqp2HuzNkvaopM5SPVPXZ4zaxYxzp40Xr9kLI7w_dleQYMn2F8h0ylgTkG7dCiuj1Iw/w400-h400/7417c4d19f6864fb303ba79859a0e141.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;">2. <a href="https://shope.ee/6znd8xEQCn" target="_blank">Klairs Supple Preparation Facial Toner</a></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shope.ee/5pbfmhFK77" target="_blank">Klairs</a> is another popular Korean skincare brand in Malaysia, and their Supple Preparation Facial Toner is one of their best-selling products. This toner is packed with hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid, beta-glucan, and Centella Asiatica extract. It helps to balance the skinβs pH level, reduce inflammation, and prep the skin for the rest of your skincare routine.</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;">*</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyc5zXRRj6pxnuhJeGhzJ9JmQsuI-oyArk4Ta1wCTfdiFK6s--km-faYhuv5l9bnnjU_XpyIYXJi4yKUGu65_PWNLq0biuurtU5WmrxqhnmygprMN4yFEa-rS1_tteGQ2ja1lQ29e0yBoQUFOvq1yZGzYyrhI4l8xIwOkC_lG-Rafn8ZJ8N0MzNLzy/s495/193928327_f86cc675-2c1b-49ef-b39b-6f5fe88554de_495_495.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="495" data-original-width="495" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyc5zXRRj6pxnuhJeGhzJ9JmQsuI-oyArk4Ta1wCTfdiFK6s--km-faYhuv5l9bnnjU_XpyIYXJi4yKUGu65_PWNLq0biuurtU5WmrxqhnmygprMN4yFEa-rS1_tteGQ2ja1lQ29e0yBoQUFOvq1yZGzYyrhI4l8xIwOkC_lG-Rafn8ZJ8N0MzNLzy/w400-h400/193928327_f86cc675-2c1b-49ef-b39b-6f5fe88554de_495_495.jpg" width="400" /></a></div></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;">3. <a href="https://shope.ee/ftZbLOSMQ" target="_blank">Cosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence</a></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;">The <a href="https://shope.ee/3KuKo7kR3R" target="_blank">Cosrx</a> Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence is a unique product that is loved by many in Malaysia. Itβs made with 96% snail mucin extract, which is known to be hydrating, healing, and anti-aging. This essence helps to improve skin texture, reduce acne scars, and promote collagen production. Itβs no wonder why itβs become a holy grail product for many.</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;">*</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN13UmfE-9sHQ6f3PeunMTLcEBq4SoIOHZ0X8_SuKvbsNa2G5ppjoWyVD-qHTBB9W6U5fTTbUrL1Aufvn9AVnX-Re21vfqNIETygrYmE4qxI-ioQybh3a9VFEhdl2jzj4yU3sRLIV6ORXHU0GaoLy9VX4i6NALdizXVSGSUQLQ2_RWrLbPt1VeGw3h/s891/1644464075.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="891" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN13UmfE-9sHQ6f3PeunMTLcEBq4SoIOHZ0X8_SuKvbsNa2G5ppjoWyVD-qHTBB9W6U5fTTbUrL1Aufvn9AVnX-Re21vfqNIETygrYmE4qxI-ioQybh3a9VFEhdl2jzj4yU3sRLIV6ORXHU0GaoLy9VX4i6NALdizXVSGSUQLQ2_RWrLbPt1VeGw3h/w640-h360/1644464075.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;">4. <a href="https://shope.ee/7zgAKqdvTE" target="_blank">Innisfree Green Tea Seed Serum</a></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;">Green tea is known for its antioxidant and soothing properties, and the <a href="https://shope.ee/qCzpYX0bN" target="_blank">Innisfree</a> Green Tea Seed Serum makes use of this amazing ingredient. This serum is lightweight and hydrating, making it perfect for those with oily or combination skin. It helps to brighten and even out the skin tone and is a great product to use before applying makeup.</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;">*</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuGHwLHQp9mfZw_7iO8E-Uax9T94fP8zVR8rLUDpalAF-nRBuH3kvZTaBtZmQYBLT_DKSwnSxd902LHStECJpe8YaXzrRkN-EXNblbj6AT-Os3XBG8oR2vBWEduigUBi_JMmqJEItqRfnpY-ryhLjj4rsxXmkSHmryjwVxnbKdhCBIFpjZyVH03Llf/s1280/MISSHA_time_revolution_the_first_essence_5x_2_700x__46026.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1280" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuGHwLHQp9mfZw_7iO8E-Uax9T94fP8zVR8rLUDpalAF-nRBuH3kvZTaBtZmQYBLT_DKSwnSxd902LHStECJpe8YaXzrRkN-EXNblbj6AT-Os3XBG8oR2vBWEduigUBi_JMmqJEItqRfnpY-ryhLjj4rsxXmkSHmryjwVxnbKdhCBIFpjZyVH03Llf/w400-h400/MISSHA_time_revolution_the_first_essence_5x_2_700x__46026.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;">5. <a href="https://shope.ee/6UrMY9hsoL" target="_blank">Missha Time Revolution The First Treatment Essence</a></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;">The <a href="https://shope.ee/3pqbPEZYlk" target="_blank">Missha</a> Time Revolution The First Treatment Essence is a cult favorite product in Malaysia. Itβs made with fermented yeast extract, which helps to improve skin texture, hydration, and elasticity. This essence helps to prep the skin for the rest of your skincare routine and is often compared to high-end products like the <a href="https://shope.ee/7Ujtm0lBw1" target="_blank">SK-II Facial Treatment Essence</a>.</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2266959621555554762.post-67025089243681971972023-01-16T16:34:00.006+08:002023-03-31T16:05:52.293+08:00Cat food brands I use for happier cats <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn7o1lnX49GPtdATn_xP4zGoiz9pPszxcsWV28iBQgLZOk0lOFJjfR1_QJ4A813pNWgw9AygrI6oJUjW1FCXi27yZLrfQCknuWb1reCRAxFGfmq5ABJ5Fj00Qc8maNmJYHZk38aqCbqFdQmnlNdRV-HuIxosF6IwPueihK7r7oV6PrpKovqO5EMryp/s960/A46EA9C0-4283-4015-BD78-7C499084C0ED.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="768" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn7o1lnX49GPtdATn_xP4zGoiz9pPszxcsWV28iBQgLZOk0lOFJjfR1_QJ4A813pNWgw9AygrI6oJUjW1FCXi27yZLrfQCknuWb1reCRAxFGfmq5ABJ5Fj00Qc8maNmJYHZk38aqCbqFdQmnlNdRV-HuIxosF6IwPueihK7r7oV6PrpKovqO5EMryp/w512-h640/A46EA9C0-4283-4015-BD78-7C499084C0ED.jpeg" width="512" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: center;">Basically a guide to how I keep my cats fat hahaha</p><p style="text-align: center;">*<span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><p style="text-align: center;">When I first got my cats, I knew I didn't want to feed them cheap supermarket cat food. I mean, my old cat survived on Whiskas for years (he was a typical outdoor cat) but that doesn't mean I have to feed my babies the same way. </p><p style="text-align: center;">Although I would like to feed my cats different luxury brand foods every day, my wallet won't allow for that so I tried my best to find brands that wouldn't cause any long-term health issues, keep them happy, and keep my wallet happy. </p><p style="text-align: center;">*</p><p style="text-align: center;">The first time I brought Cooper home, we went to a large pet shop chain and bought a bunch of food that we thought would be okay for her. Mostly canned food from <a href="https://shope.ee/5AK4tuiPQH" target="_blank">Kit Cat</a> as they had a good reputation for putting only quality ingredients in their cat food. </p><p style="text-align: center;">The most important thing to look out for in good cat food is that it's grain-free, high in protein and colouring-free. Most cat food uses low-grade meat/parts in their food. You can of course find brands that use quality meat in their products but these are usually a little bit more expensive. </p><p style="text-align: center;">In my house, the cats are not free-fed. As in, we don't keep food out for them to graze on 24/7. They are fed every morning and night. Mostly because Sunbeam is a glutton and would down any amount of food even to the point of throwing up later cause he's just that kind of a cat. So we have a set schedule to feed them.</p><p style="text-align: center;">I used to feed them wet food every morning, and then kibbles at night. Then it was just kibbles exclusively and wet food on the weekends. Then I changed it up again. You don't have to do this of course but Cooper is a picky eater and she tends to get bored if I just give the same foods over and over again. So I like to switch it up hoping she won't leave her food untouched. Funnily enough, she's not a slave for wet food. Instead, she goes crazy for bread (like her mom).</p><p style="text-align: center;">Don't give your cats bread, please. I pinch off tiny bits of my sandwich bread once in a while and let her enjoy it. I never give more than 2 tiny pieces. Barely even the size of your fingernail. Cats are obligate carnivores, which means they should be eating more protein than carbs. </p><p style="text-align: center;">Before moving on, I'd like to preface my list by saying that I mix 4 different cat foods together to give my cats benefits from different types of food. So I would mix a 5kg batch at a time and it would last me about a month before I have to mix up more for the kitties. It is important to change your cat's food gradually and this is how I do it. I usually mix higher protein kibbles in a larger ratio to the other kibbles. The ratio is 2:2:1:1. So any of the cat foods that you mix at a 1 ratio, you can switch out as you please so you don't shock your cat's system too much. </p><p style="text-align: center;">This has worked for me so far but your kitties might be different so don't be afraid to change up the ratios based on their needs and reactions.</p><p style="text-align: center;">Now, on to my list: </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVLBVbyA07HDBqfPXrBOij0iFk4pTQPtLhZUa8CrlNxzF-ZXfQd8dyaq0r0txhoHtIib2RFCQ37TnX008ocRB1NIsNQxRDICIXfZAg5ymhfUmemYJJ2c3i7meVpcCoaxBUUDlGgym7XuFFqhs87hyHSSGINve8NxRy5iXwCAfF_OKX547H4TeHAUgM/s901/Kit-Cat-Mobile-Banner_Kit-Cat-400g-Premium-Cat-Canned-Food.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="401" data-original-width="901" height="284" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVLBVbyA07HDBqfPXrBOij0iFk4pTQPtLhZUa8CrlNxzF-ZXfQd8dyaq0r0txhoHtIib2RFCQ37TnX008ocRB1NIsNQxRDICIXfZAg5ymhfUmemYJJ2c3i7meVpcCoaxBUUDlGgym7XuFFqhs87hyHSSGINve8NxRy5iXwCAfF_OKX547H4TeHAUgM/w640-h284/Kit-Cat-Mobile-Banner_Kit-Cat-400g-Premium-Cat-Canned-Food.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="https://shope.ee/5AK4tuiPQH" target="_blank">Kit Cat</a></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This brand is from Singapore and comes in small cans and larger cans too. I prefer the smaller cans as I can clearly see chunks of chicken or fish depending on the flavour. The larger cans give me dog food vibes. They also have a stronger smell, which is great if your cat has the flu and can't really smell anything. Stronger-smelling foods will help get their appetite going. They also have a <a href="https://kitcat.com.sg/products/wet-food/" target="_blank">website</a> where you can check the ingredients of their products and other information. I usually purchase them on Shopee as they're cheaper than in store.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Prices: RM3.25+ (small cans) & 4.25+ (large cans)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">*</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxgwHFchu4zwe_wE28-qGU-UlAAExBkMGhg-TCcgiDNxeR1bWaNw2AZC1fEsJ0oD4AdcWpieUDLHynMob6-nG4BjlqVR5SDv1SsQQ-e9yrU8vYooq5_ClRWNpB9NVhGigX_QwGC9E3qF8qs3k5o-6xO8xudPZIXF1pTTf4U-VC7g5wdaYtBCLwalmd/s1080/molly.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="957" data-original-width="1080" height="568" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxgwHFchu4zwe_wE28-qGU-UlAAExBkMGhg-TCcgiDNxeR1bWaNw2AZC1fEsJ0oD4AdcWpieUDLHynMob6-nG4BjlqVR5SDv1SsQQ-e9yrU8vYooq5_ClRWNpB9NVhGigX_QwGC9E3qF8qs3k5o-6xO8xudPZIXF1pTTf4U-VC7g5wdaYtBCLwalmd/w640-h568/molly.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;">2. <a href="https://shope.ee/4V4O84kzcB" target="_blank">Molly</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">This is a French brand and has really affordable kibbles for your kitties. You can check out their website <a href="https://www.molly.com.tr/en" target="_blank">here</a>. </p><p style="text-align: center;">I used to give Sunny and Cooper their Mother & Kitten kibbles. They're great for pregnant kitties and kittens but as they grew up, I eventually shifted them over to Adult Hairball or Adult Indoor flavours. I like to mix it up as they all taste (I guess) and smell different. My cats have never thrown up eating this food or had any other digestive problems. This cat food also comes in smaller packs so you can let your kitties try it first before purchasing a larger amount. I tend to get their 2kg bags and mix it at a 1 ratio in the cat food mix I make.</p><p style="text-align: center;">Price: RM17-Rm30+ (1-2kg bags)</p><p style="text-align: center;">*</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiHhTyGdQbgh0Re9Fm_44d13gkFSIKuuAJeyPHl8nPFm6Z9VWRERPPTGsgttIqdEBN1SDVzb31HPVek_FCZU3lBQKIe_5zq8AHw0HN7e5DluI-7Vj1csgJDIv04zV8_srD-e7S0Pon8GlAifXYDfnKuXL1PJ0UDIPLgunpvDg_O7whbc-_bwqspUre/s529/reflex.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="529" data-original-width="529" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiHhTyGdQbgh0Re9Fm_44d13gkFSIKuuAJeyPHl8nPFm6Z9VWRERPPTGsgttIqdEBN1SDVzb31HPVek_FCZU3lBQKIe_5zq8AHw0HN7e5DluI-7Vj1csgJDIv04zV8_srD-e7S0Pon8GlAifXYDfnKuXL1PJ0UDIPLgunpvDg_O7whbc-_bwqspUre/w640-h640/reflex.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;">3. <a href="https://shope.ee/6KW2KAqdMH" target="_blank">Reflex+</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">The Reflex brand has a lower grade range and a higher grade range, which is Reflex+. Among the cat community, I always see people recommend Reflex+ as it's really affordable and really good quality. Like Molly, they come in smaller packages as well. I rotate the Reflex+ Adult Salmon, Adult Chicken, and Adult Urinary and mix them at a 1 ratio :).</p><p style="text-align: center;">Price: Rm30-40+ (2kg packs)</p><p style="text-align: center;">*</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidyUxx3CJIvQzEoXuhWu0ZgxYUNNyt02R5l4sIjGzX7qBVH712J0ciR5gRRD4JuhAOnKjbRlZYkjbAtxKdonI1YptU5oeOMJuiUPEsNWsTRB9HPt73x4yjgTiDZpMs_6a7FsLL7wo1YpujgzOZ2qrsO2m_2l3Xg4hhEavtwAhiPE38yiBq3O8sb1jA/s502/Image%2016-01-2023%20at%204.31%20PM.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="346" data-original-width="502" height="442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidyUxx3CJIvQzEoXuhWu0ZgxYUNNyt02R5l4sIjGzX7qBVH712J0ciR5gRRD4JuhAOnKjbRlZYkjbAtxKdonI1YptU5oeOMJuiUPEsNWsTRB9HPt73x4yjgTiDZpMs_6a7FsLL7wo1YpujgzOZ2qrsO2m_2l3Xg4hhEavtwAhiPE38yiBq3O8sb1jA/w640-h442/Image%2016-01-2023%20at%204.31%20PM.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">4. <a href="https://shope.ee/7pKq79ATD6" target="_blank">Taste of the Wild</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">This is my favourite brand of high-protein kibbles to use. This is a little higher on the price scale but it's worth it. My cats love the Taste of the Wild Canyon River flavour but if I can't find it, they would still eat the Rocky Mountain flavour too. These come in 1kg packs and I like to use a 2 ratio in my mixes. </p><p style="text-align: center;">Price: RM30+ (1kg) & Rm60+ (2kg)</p><p style="text-align: center;">*</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoG_8po1cE2En2tVNXCKDu-XMArRwrB_qJbAt0b2oCp5rZxyaCqx_ZDopV_knGj7_v5KnMTpZXWM7klzxCyDvXJCHAvIyApfC8Q84uwLPjZ9zLaILPBFflHQMznMpOKsApGHFGzZYD0Up1aBl5Iyb5LFlMaCTBAq0_4KDyASAQvcw2deQ7jhnAFph_/s794/bebd2b479fe914f6a65fc51ce9ee9b64.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="794" data-original-width="794" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoG_8po1cE2En2tVNXCKDu-XMArRwrB_qJbAt0b2oCp5rZxyaCqx_ZDopV_knGj7_v5KnMTpZXWM7klzxCyDvXJCHAvIyApfC8Q84uwLPjZ9zLaILPBFflHQMznMpOKsApGHFGzZYD0Up1aBl5Iyb5LFlMaCTBAq0_4KDyASAQvcw2deQ7jhnAFph_/w640-h640/bebd2b479fe914f6a65fc51ce9ee9b64.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;">5. <a href="https://shope.ee/5AK4wI1wsk" target="_blank">Kenko</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Kenko is really budget-friendly. I was looking for a range of kibbles that would help with Sunbeam's excessive fur shedding. Instead, I got fluffy and shiny furred cats. It did help a bit with his shedding but he still sheds enough to knit a king-sized blanket. I usually buy their 4.5kg bags and it's only around Rm40+. This is also mixed in a 2 ratio in my cat's food.</p><p style="text-align: center;">Price: RM40+ (4.5kg)</p><p style="text-align: center;">*</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghKHivzObXFS_CpDcIS4shOhHaemTHUatYzFjxFu1Rc9cJym-tow-LW_ApJDw0WXFVETbUlKUBERUpRcO-jwj2Byb1WuoN6EHa7HXAxscUrHyp9JdPQVBMYol4JQXD2tXm9KVtTWI7pGkmhwf-RJd2br0MZq7sG52Dr0IiDH1Yc_WJUBVLRHy37Oj9/s1024/ee9d3b060dcf21b5d5344d749f20c7d6.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1024" data-original-width="1024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghKHivzObXFS_CpDcIS4shOhHaemTHUatYzFjxFu1Rc9cJym-tow-LW_ApJDw0WXFVETbUlKUBERUpRcO-jwj2Byb1WuoN6EHa7HXAxscUrHyp9JdPQVBMYol4JQXD2tXm9KVtTWI7pGkmhwf-RJd2br0MZq7sG52Dr0IiDH1Yc_WJUBVLRHy37Oj9/w640-h640/ee9d3b060dcf21b5d5344d749f20c7d6.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;">6. <a href="https://shope.ee/7KOZWofxxq" target="_blank">Freeze-dried food</a></p><p style="text-align: center;">Lately, I've been thinking of changing my cat's diet again. There's only so much protein you can get from kibbles and there are always additives in canned food. So I purchased freeze-dried chicken breast, egg yolks, and other "snacks". I don't treat these as snacks, instead, I rehydrate them in hot water and feed them to my cats. The hot water turns into a healthy chicken soup, my cats are fuller for longer and I don't have to feed them so much <3 The downside is that I still don't know how much to feed them so I accidentally made Sunny fatter. ;w;</p><p style="text-align: center;">If you're going to try this, I highly recommend getting an elevated <a href="https://shope.ee/2AgTNYTFLM" target="_blank">ceramic cat food bowl</a>. It helps with their digestion and can withstand hot water. They also last longer :)</p><p style="text-align: center;">Price: Varies</p><p style="text-align: center;">***</p><p style="text-align: center;">I also give my cats extra supplements such as <a href="https://shope.ee/89xgW5A7zU" target="_blank">Brewer's Yeast</a>, <a href="https://shope.ee/8etx7Lv8zp" target="_blank">probiotics</a>, and <a href="https://shope.ee/qB5mdbEmZ" target="_blank">Salmon Oil</a> for their fur and general health.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2266959621555554762.post-2837502203037487922022-07-02T09:41:00.001+08:002022-07-02T09:41:27.992+08:00We Had a Cult in Our School<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixHV0mYcyJ6NiC_TLyEtnoPTJKSoP_nX1WopL1dVgdqUelhcn3xVNR5VrF8O0GSsj3Gmwitk9taZVmwKQ_cfrYGNgukt0CkUlSnFsiSb-a8TCTacXYo2TATFY4A1AHhDAnQ1WJIsNVnbdJha-N9hdwyy_cHeUJgkyf63fyjYLmiEKU6-W7uLIiib-l/s3648/ben-wicks-iDCtsz-INHI-unsplash.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2432" data-original-width="3648" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixHV0mYcyJ6NiC_TLyEtnoPTJKSoP_nX1WopL1dVgdqUelhcn3xVNR5VrF8O0GSsj3Gmwitk9taZVmwKQ_cfrYGNgukt0CkUlSnFsiSb-a8TCTacXYo2TATFY4A1AHhDAnQ1WJIsNVnbdJha-N9hdwyy_cHeUJgkyf63fyjYLmiEKU6-W7uLIiib-l/w640-h426/ben-wicks-iDCtsz-INHI-unsplash.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>
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If any first-hand witnesses are reading this, don't hate me. It's a good story.<br />
<a name='more'></a><br />If you don't already know, kids can be super creepy. </div><div style="text-align: center;">I want to preface this story by saying that we were in primary school. About 9-10 years old okay. I don't think the girls in my class knew what they were doing but thinking about it now as an adult, it was really really weird.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">*<br /><br />I went to an all-girls primary school. Our classrooms had a little nook at the back with a small bookshelf filled with all kinds of reading material. Mostly used books that were donated to the school. Our whole classroom floor was just cement. Like shiny smooth cement and the reading area was defined by an old carpet where the kids can sit and read. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I don't remember exactly how it happened but during recess, some girls started hanging out there. It was typical you know, kids make their own cliques too. I didn't think much about it as the same group of girls often ate together, played together, and just did everything together. </div><div style="text-align: center;">Then I started noticing their group growing and they were all sitting together at the back of the class in a circle say for one empty spot next to their "group leader". They had this empty spot reserved every time they gathered. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Weird right?</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I had my own group of friends and never really talked to them outside of the classroom but one recess I decided to join them and ask them what they were doing. I don't know why.... Maybe my friends were busy or I was just curious? So, during this group gathering, there was that same empty space in their circle reserved for somebody and I thought to myself, I'll just sit there. Then we can make more room for whoever is going to show up. By this time their group had grown into about 12 girls. It was a large group for sure.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">As I approached them, they were seated in a circle, eyes closed as if meditating (at the time I didn't even know what meditation was so I thought they were praying). They were silent and I just sat down in the empty seat and asked what they were doing. Their leader opened her eyes, saw where I was seated, and screamed, "NO!". Then everyone else joined in to tell me I couldn't sit there.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I was so confused and embarrassed.</div><div style="text-align: center;">What did I do that was so bad? Interrupt their praying? All I did was sit down???</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">So I got up and asked why I wasn't allowed to sit there. Their leader rolled her eyes and said that's for their friend. I asked who cause we all basically knew each other in this classroom. That's when she answered and I realised they were all crazy. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">She said that only special people, like the ones in our group, can see their friend. Everyone else agreed. </div><div style="text-align: center;">And that "friend" was seated in the empty spot I just sat in. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I was still confused. Cause I saw no one. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I think she saw my face and decided to end whatever it is they were doing.</div><div style="text-align: center;">"Okay, they want to leave now," she said. Then they all collectively pointed at the empty spot and moved their fingers together slowly upwards into the ceiling and then "Okay, they're gone" and they got up and left for recess. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">After that, I noticed they did it every time. Point a the sky and move their fingers to the spot where their "friend" sat and vice versa. Eventually, I found out their imaginary friend was a girl who had looong hair, was really pretty, and smart. All normal right? Then they included the fact that she could also fly! That's why they always pointed towards the ceiling or sky! SHE WAS FLYING AWAY.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">You'd think they limit this to the classroom but no, they did this everywhere and for a very long time. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Eventually, their group split into two. I think there was some drama and some members didn't like the leadership so they decided to make a cult of their own. The 2nd smaller group would sit in the classroom but a little further away. They made their own imaginary friend who had their own unique abilities. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">It was like watching one of those Netflix cult documentaries but these kids were living it in real life. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Eventually, the school year ended and everyone went home for the holidays. This was before the time of cellphones, Whatsapp, and social media. So when we went on holiday, we didn't talk or see each other until we got back to school. So when school started again next year, I found out their leader had a change of heart over the holidays. She just decided that she wasn't doing that anymore and her group disbanded. I believe the other group stopped their shenanigans too and they became friends again.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Primary school was wild.</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2266959621555554762.post-91778584289822529882022-06-23T16:16:00.007+08:002022-06-23T16:25:25.920+08:00Pos Malaysia International Postcard Delivery 2022<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjROOeeI4Ca_q6xFmG6C_JRcrlbpNLb-5kyE4QDtakAgNJImmq-OwQfIo22awEOBPXaZYZ6ZkpOf7HhWn3gMYxDjMh5lAFeyjQi5BRDSM1o5XDE8TI7Uex2VunT3akCtKusbSQvKE461CXkvTJUYAEKAchvAdhtjrNL4k0VGZpPhST3g0byX2UyX0So/s6016/becky-phan-qWsVgxgo1-E-unsplash.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="6016" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjROOeeI4Ca_q6xFmG6C_JRcrlbpNLb-5kyE4QDtakAgNJImmq-OwQfIo22awEOBPXaZYZ6ZkpOf7HhWn3gMYxDjMh5lAFeyjQi5BRDSM1o5XDE8TI7Uex2VunT3akCtKusbSQvKE461CXkvTJUYAEKAchvAdhtjrNL4k0VGZpPhST3g0byX2UyX0So/w640-h426/becky-phan-qWsVgxgo1-E-unsplash.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;">It's been a while since I last sent a postcard.</p><span><a name='more'></a></span><p style="text-align: center;">I've really missed Postcrossing these past 2 years and decided to check the Pos Malaysia website for any updates. I didn't receive any specific emails regarding their international postcard services so I poked around a bit.</p><p style="text-align: center;">At first, I tried to use the customer service chat support on their official website. Nothing came of that so I emailed them. A couple of months passed by after that and I kinda forgot about it until I received an email stating they are closing my inquiry? Which got me a little bit frustrated but at the same time it's very on-brand of them haha.</p><p style="text-align: center;">Then, I tried my luck on social media. I'm not the type to go and spam companies with complaints on their socials as I was once the person behind the screen scrambling to answer all the complaints, negative feedback, and such. It was a long time ago but I still remember the stress of being a social media manager trying to keep everyone happy. π</p><p style="text-align: center;">Anyway, I dropped them a DM on Twitter (since all my friends like to reach out to companies through there). To my surprise, I got an immediate response! If only they could do the same with the email inquiries π°. Imagine all the elderly people trying to find an answer the only way they know how and never getting an answer. </p><p style="text-align: center;">So, yes. </p><p style="text-align: center;">All international postcard deliveries are back to normal!</p><p style="text-align: center;">We can now send and receive mail with Postcrossing again!</p><p style="text-align: center;">I can't tell you how excited I am about the news. It's been so long!</p><p style="text-align: center;">*</p><p style="text-align: center;">If you're looking for a place to get postcards, do check out my store on <a href="https://shp.ee/63ergct" target="_blank">Shoppee</a>!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRBb-6xSagw4-9d72fRKjcCq5BCb_99qv8FwcxNv905wJdqttupMnRuLXvWrQ66KoMTWw8820OfJOI741TvvkgOPRukSIF4QOugCAR407kUJ72Ka2e5owOg0eE7N9zzIjINA7XCj9Zbdd1ji0p-CBBBGPLeF2w8x3aD4s_luHavgG6cIQdrPDfA0qf/s2160/IMG_3096.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2160" data-original-width="2160" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRBb-6xSagw4-9d72fRKjcCq5BCb_99qv8FwcxNv905wJdqttupMnRuLXvWrQ66KoMTWw8820OfJOI741TvvkgOPRukSIF4QOugCAR407kUJ72Ka2e5owOg0eE7N9zzIjINA7XCj9Zbdd1ji0p-CBBBGPLeF2w8x3aD4s_luHavgG6cIQdrPDfA0qf/w640-h640/IMG_3096.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;">***</p><p style="text-align: center;">Where is your next postcard going? Tell me about it in the comments!</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2266959621555554762.post-52071237977314539842022-05-31T19:35:00.003+08:002022-05-31T19:35:48.105+08:00Utterly Disappointing | TheLorry Disposal Service Review 2022<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvO1j4n2A-iaEQQ8zgV264AAnJsMr8Zl00yjh-R4KPGPICgkVttxN1-XzJmGToiS5No_NKCt3dPLgkrIZniqXqNvvhrX4e-WIEPZMVc23hE9tPQTM5mwLTCTd_66X0240YsC7s6boxPBmDavxeSTVtQzHUvlgO7xZldwqk3kJi85gq-TkZYcX7jt4X/s1360/Thelorry3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="620" data-original-width="1360" height="292" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvO1j4n2A-iaEQQ8zgV264AAnJsMr8Zl00yjh-R4KPGPICgkVttxN1-XzJmGToiS5No_NKCt3dPLgkrIZniqXqNvvhrX4e-WIEPZMVc23hE9tPQTM5mwLTCTd_66X0240YsC7s6boxPBmDavxeSTVtQzHUvlgO7xZldwqk3kJi85gq-TkZYcX7jt4X/w640-h292/Thelorry3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Now, I don't usually write posts like this but I feel like it's important for everyone to know the good and the bad of every service they're paying for. This time, I'll be posting about my experience with TheLorry's disposal service. </div><span><a name='more'></a></span><p style="text-align: center;">I placed a booking online and unfortunately, they only offered big lorries for disposal. I didn't have a lot of things, so I felt like it would be a waste of money to rent a 1-tonne lorry just to throw away some miscellaneous furniture and decorations. But fine, I paid for it and waited for the day to arrive.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgnMBjcL2rWZci2cPYhyTEdy-HFm6aAHh7elOGwhdvqu6LRZvfTKRzr-NjSwSGdmB8mi8AO9OaAzls5eNT70PXaRiWtIit6Tax9_fDJXtCrC17d_zGPdexd66VMa90UYQwoh1E6fME_1uOTkd8GbJ1nUNH6h2cf41TkBj2UVd18DMka8vtCAxO8r4Mx" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img data-original-height="771" data-original-width="1550" height="318" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgnMBjcL2rWZci2cPYhyTEdy-HFm6aAHh7elOGwhdvqu6LRZvfTKRzr-NjSwSGdmB8mi8AO9OaAzls5eNT70PXaRiWtIit6Tax9_fDJXtCrC17d_zGPdexd66VMa90UYQwoh1E6fME_1uOTkd8GbJ1nUNH6h2cf41TkBj2UVd18DMka8vtCAxO8r4Mx=w640-h318" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">You can reserve your services from the booking page on their website or their mobile app. It's quite convenient cause you can literally book anytime anywhere.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Now, on with my storytime.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">*</div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;">One good thing I can say about TheLorry is their customer service. Although during peak hours you might have to wait your turn to talk to a Customer Service agent, they're always very helpful. I rescheduled both my move and my disposal date and there were no issues with doing so. I even kept the original drivers from my booking. </p><p style="text-align: center;">A day before my disposal booking, the driver called asking if he could come a little earlier. His reason was that he didn't want to wait too long in line to dispose of things if he came at the time I booked. Which was fine, the faster they can get things done, the faster I can clean up after them. </p><p style="text-align: center;">They arrived early in fact but my condo doesn't allow contractors to come in before 9am and they're strict about this so they had to wait about 8 minutes to get into the condo. When they arrived, they had their masks down to their chins, which I didn't like, but I was wearing a mask so whatever I guess.</p><p style="text-align: center;">They began throwing the items away, some of which were old chandeliers that I replaced. In this case, it is partly my fault for leaving the bulbs on the chandelier. They broke and left shards of glass everywhere in the corridor of my floor in the building. The worker asked if he could borrow a broom and dustpan, which I obliged and even helped him throw away the shards. </p><p style="text-align: center;">After he returned it, I thought that they had cleaned up all the mess but I was sorely mistaken. Hours later, the management messaged me showing me pictures of broken bulbs all over the corridors of the ground floor. Plus, some remnants of a disintegrating mattress that I had thrown away. </p><p style="text-align: center;">This is my first time hiring this service and I thought the disposal experts would inform me that they had some messes to clean up. I would have happily lent them my broom again or even gone down there to do it myself. But I heard from the building's management instead. </p><p style="text-align: center;">After talking to them, I had to go out into the corridor with my housemate to clean up after them. That's when I found one of the large vases with faux flowers in the big green trashcan on the ground floor. For context, there is a giant trash bin located by the elevators of the ground floor of my building. You know those ones that people line up in front of their homes for trash day? Yeah. those ones.</p><p style="text-align: center;"> Seeing the flowers made me mad. They could have said they don't take these kinds of items and I would have disposed of them myself. </p><p style="text-align: center;">When I messaged the driver about it, there was no reply. So, I just left an honest review and low rating on the service (and this blog post). And I still have not heard back from TheLorry. I hired this service at the end of February 2022 and it's the end of May now. No word.</p><p style="text-align: center;">*</p><p style="text-align: center;">If you're thinking of hiring their disposal services even after reading my post, here are a few things you should know or prepare for:</p><p style="text-align: center;">1. Prep your items (remove lightbulbs, pack old mattresses in plastic bags or wrap them, etc)</p><p style="text-align: center;">2. They do not help you throw away certain items (paint, cement left behind from construction, etc). Do ask the workers if they do or not, I didn't and that's on me.</p><p style="text-align: center;">3. Check the corridors, elevators, and ground floor for anything they may have left behind. Clean it before management finds you. </p><p style="text-align: center;">Overall, I don't recommend it. Find another disposal service if you need to throw large bulky things away after a move. </p><p style="text-align: center;">1 star out of 5</p><p style="text-align: center;">***</p><p style="text-align: center;">Have you tried their disposal services before? What was your experience?</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2266959621555554762.post-59352009015394161872021-08-29T21:19:00.015+08:002022-07-12T09:39:32.928+08:00Meet my cats!<p></p><div style="text-align: center;"> <a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FAYE90cL-lU/YSt5Dt92tGI/AAAAAAABV90/gSOiem7HcFYdaekVznm5oeHw9GFV3Iz6gCPcBGAsYHg/s3640/IMG_9919.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2730" data-original-width="3640" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FAYE90cL-lU/YSt5Dt92tGI/AAAAAAABV90/gSOiem7HcFYdaekVznm5oeHw9GFV3Iz6gCPcBGAsYHg/w640-h480/IMG_9919.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Meet Cooper and Sunbeam! β€<span><a name='more'></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2021 has been such a roller coaster of changes for me. Some expected and some not so.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I'm still very grateful for all these changes and the surprises they bring me every day.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">However, enough about me. I'm supposed to be introducing my cats. haha</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">*</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k6LnL7PiUgo/YSt7AJ9KfgI/AAAAAAABV-0/8YkeLmH8czYSdoB1A0Hal8hiJ_iEzCd8gCPcBGAsYHg/s3024/AA3AF1CF-8FCF-448B-AD6C-C96D8123A3C7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k6LnL7PiUgo/YSt7AJ9KfgI/AAAAAAABV-0/8YkeLmH8czYSdoB1A0Hal8hiJ_iEzCd8gCPcBGAsYHg/w640-h640/AA3AF1CF-8FCF-448B-AD6C-C96D8123A3C7.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><h2 style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><u>Cooper</u></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">To be honest, I really didn't expect to get a cat this year. My plans to get a cat were far into the future and I have to admit that I did have some doubts and regrets when I finally brought her home. Will I be a good owner? What do I feed her? What do I need to teach her? How do I teach her?? These were just some of the things that I worried about before and after becoming her owner. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Thinking back, I think it was kismet? Perfect timing. A colleague had a family of strays living behind her house and one of them brought her kittens to her backyard. She had been taking care of them and was looking for adopters. She did ask me as I was always going on and on about wanting a cat in our group chats and calls. But I always refused. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">One day, she mentioned that her mother was going to find people to adopt the kittens. By this time, my partner and I were neck deep into the cat adoption groups on Facebook. Just browsing through the posts of kittens looking for new homes. And then, I asked my colleague if she still had any kittens left.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> And she did! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Headed out to her home in Kajang all the way from Damansara and braved the roads hoping that there wouldn't be any roadblock as it was still during MCO. It was a public holiday (don't remember which one). We didn't even have a carrier for her. Just a cardboard box (which she escaped many many times), a toy and a towel. She cried the whole 30 minutes back but was brave at the vet where she got her first shot. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WKXFIE9qjIA/YSt7AI4F83I/AAAAAAABV-0/Mbod8_QFGD8BMDIbzbjAVXwaxVpGv6pVACPcBGAsYHg/s2160/IMG_8871.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2160" data-original-width="2160" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WKXFIE9qjIA/YSt7AI4F83I/AAAAAAABV-0/Mbod8_QFGD8BMDIbzbjAVXwaxVpGv6pVACPcBGAsYHg/w400-h400/IMG_8871.JPG" width="400" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My condo doesn't allow pets (even though I've seen many people bring carriers up and down with cats and dogs in them). She cried in the elevator and blew our cover as there was another tenant in there with us. She was nice about it though. Kinda grateful Malaysians usually mind their own business. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NtS3YsEvtx0/YSt7AEeZhmI/AAAAAAABV-0/wL-dEHgkq3MbVbqnxAkr7GZ1XxvUt_XWwCPcBGAsYHg/s2160/EE5044B1-1193-4880-BE40-2C33483359FD.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2160" data-original-width="2160" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NtS3YsEvtx0/YSt7AEeZhmI/AAAAAAABV-0/wL-dEHgkq3MbVbqnxAkr7GZ1XxvUt_XWwCPcBGAsYHg/w400-h400/EE5044B1-1193-4880-BE40-2C33483359FD.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">At first, she looked like this. A combination of orange, black and warm grey fur. She looked scruffy but her fur was very soft. The first night was hell. She cried so loud (probably looking for her mom and siblings) but eventually made herself comfortable and at home when she realized I wasn't the bad guy and always had treats and toys for her. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-iC1W2Y9jkns/YSt7AAc9kyI/AAAAAAABV-0/ZRmBApykBLY-nQVuEExGaI0BDORfrjvEACPcBGAsYHg/s2160/IMG_8897.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2160" data-original-width="2160" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-iC1W2Y9jkns/YSt7AAc9kyI/AAAAAAABV-0/ZRmBApykBLY-nQVuEExGaI0BDORfrjvEACPcBGAsYHg/w400-h400/IMG_8897.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">She was my desk buddy and used to be able to sleep comfortably into an A6 size box. She then graduated to just lying on my mousepad or on my mouse directly while I worked.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Eventually, as she got bigger, her fur started to change into pure black. Except for her tail, which turned grey and striped like a raccoon. I still call her raccoon haha (also Poopy, Coopy, Pooper, Poopy Poo and Poo Poo don't ask why XD)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YAmQD34rZIg/YSt7AJhx3mI/AAAAAAABV-0/e8jVUBcu7yk0hLMMkQsxhVkYGjtA6oGWQCPcBGAsYHg/s1797/32660666-0C5D-46F9-8363-17781BCD777C.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1797" data-original-width="1797" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YAmQD34rZIg/YSt7AJhx3mI/AAAAAAABV-0/e8jVUBcu7yk0hLMMkQsxhVkYGjtA6oGWQCPcBGAsYHg/w640-h640/32660666-0C5D-46F9-8363-17781BCD777C.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-n6IjgPwgZgQ/YSt7AOv52cI/AAAAAAABV-0/jJe7D3qd7FQ-8x2LNbFCjT3qiNNusFiRACPcBGAsYHg/s3024/4AA550B4-BCD5-4566-B1A3-67F5D961661F.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-n6IjgPwgZgQ/YSt7AOv52cI/AAAAAAABV-0/jJe7D3qd7FQ-8x2LNbFCjT3qiNNusFiRACPcBGAsYHg/w640-h640/4AA550B4-BCD5-4566-B1A3-67F5D961661F.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-R8e-VVebEHQ/YSt7ANjcWeI/AAAAAAABV-0/A4_Ze_ADXdEKX2xtK2bxQxWY5Cm5EpI1ACPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_9406.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-R8e-VVebEHQ/YSt7ANjcWeI/AAAAAAABV-0/A4_Ze_ADXdEKX2xtK2bxQxWY5Cm5EpI1ACPcBGAsYHg/w480-h640/IMG_9406.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">She's the brave independent kitty of the household. First to explore new areas but smart enough to not get into places where mama has said no to too many times. Yet still goofy and adorable during rare moments.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">She also likes playing on the blankets, jumping into boxes, hanging out on high ledges (washing machines, shelves, desks) and running into plastic bags.</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ezAo9LALjEw/YSt7APrsAwI/AAAAAAABV-0/CuIxvFzFicEHQbQIGnZoEcG7qyhMhHEawCPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_9269.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ezAo9LALjEw/YSt7APrsAwI/AAAAAAABV-0/CuIxvFzFicEHQbQIGnZoEcG7qyhMhHEawCPcBGAsYHg/w300-h400/IMG_9269.HEIC" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8vwrzRL7Adg/YSt7ALfDfPI/AAAAAAABV-0/ZdmZe76uvRwzuyxPGeZB_YfGji32opnBQCPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_9319.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">*</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2MSjTiYV2ZQ/YSuCH7igsLI/AAAAAAABV_E/zj2HYmU5FEAVymYiX5F15NjJmP4OFrzHwCPcBGAsYHg/s3024/E3649700-4EAF-4416-8A70-EF9F940A83D3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2MSjTiYV2ZQ/YSuCH7igsLI/AAAAAAABV_E/zj2HYmU5FEAVymYiX5F15NjJmP4OFrzHwCPcBGAsYHg/w400-h400/E3649700-4EAF-4416-8A70-EF9F940A83D3.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><h2 style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><u>Sunbeam</u></h2><div style="text-align: center;">On to the second child, Sunbeam or Sunny/Beamy Boy (Bibimbap, Sunny Bunny, Sun Sun, Bim Bim, and Boboi). </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Sunny is actually the 3rd cat we brought home. Previously, there was an older tuxedo cat, Bentley, but it didn't work out and we had to take him back to the vet that adopted him out. I'll tell you about Bentley some other time. I felt terrible for a long time about it. I even decided that I didn't want a second cat and Cooper was going to be the only one until I was ready for a second.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Fast forward to a week later and the same vet called asking if we were still interested in adopting. This time they had a kitten. At first, I said no. But she was very convincing. lol </div><div style="text-align: center;">And I agreed to meet Tai Chi (Sunbeam's original name). </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">He was delivered to us all the way from Serdang by his rescuer. He was picked up from a gas station all alone and when we met him, he was huddled up at the very back of his carrier in fear.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Back in my studio, a makeshift cage was made out from the bathroom to quarantine Sunny until Cooper stopped growling and spitting at him (and also till he got used to his new home). He stayed under the sink for a while and once, we even found him underneath the toilet bowl and even behind the washing machine. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oiNtMJsia5M/YSuCHyQfvPI/AAAAAAABV_E/S2fZI-D0DqUvQ7nAf7b43z2h3pcZuESNgCPcBGAsYHg/s3840/DBAE1155-2C18-4D70-8D19-94550F9C1E5E.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2160" data-original-width="3840" height="360" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oiNtMJsia5M/YSuCHyQfvPI/AAAAAAABV_E/S2fZI-D0DqUvQ7nAf7b43z2h3pcZuESNgCPcBGAsYHg/w640-h360/DBAE1155-2C18-4D70-8D19-94550F9C1E5E.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">He was a scaredy-cat but if you sat in there and played with him he would come out purring and would happily sit down next to you. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Tefzbw6vaQY/YSuCH0z7CPI/AAAAAAABV_E/cQlEKHBH3WsZtxVRrXOYIRVAiId5CxcygCPcBGAsYHg/s1024/97ed6008-6d4c-4cc5-a782-6cb640e90456.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="1024" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Tefzbw6vaQY/YSuCH0z7CPI/AAAAAAABV_E/cQlEKHBH3WsZtxVRrXOYIRVAiId5CxcygCPcBGAsYHg/w640-h480/97ed6008-6d4c-4cc5-a782-6cb640e90456.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">He is about a month older than Cooper (according to the vet at least). We're just estimating as he was rescued as an older kitten but judging by his and Cooper's size difference, he is definitely older. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">He had to be quarantined for almost a month as he had a really bad case of ringworm. Even I got infected. So he had to live behind the plastic wall and just stare out to the living room area and watch as Cooper got free run of the place. He did have multiple successful escapes but got him back in just in time. Ringworm is quite contagious and we didn't want Cooper sick.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qqv9Bym3RZw/YSuCH8kJpWI/AAAAAAABV_E/qdH0DW8y1TAHSoAmw0w0nA53mVuYAOOogCPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_9295.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qqv9Bym3RZw/YSuCH8kJpWI/AAAAAAABV_E/qdH0DW8y1TAHSoAmw0w0nA53mVuYAOOogCPcBGAsYHg/w480-h640/IMG_9295.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xE38z3E80Vk/YSuCH3kTSHI/AAAAAAABV_E/-4ImtbxYieYZWrLcrkZRQ9SWJWoDSisyACPcBGAsYHg/s3840/F2EE9B0A-D377-46CF-85D1-979FBE037C8C.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3840" data-original-width="2160" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xE38z3E80Vk/YSuCH3kTSHI/AAAAAAABV_E/-4ImtbxYieYZWrLcrkZRQ9SWJWoDSisyACPcBGAsYHg/w360-h640/F2EE9B0A-D377-46CF-85D1-979FBE037C8C.jpg" width="360" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">When he was finally free, he got used to everything quite slowly. He liked to hide and be by himself but Cooper helped him open up eventually.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OF1flEh9ydo/YSuCHzpKm1I/AAAAAAABV_E/PnvFxS0SpbMBmzV5DAYKKcMBkwqmi6TeACPcBGAsYHg/s3024/2B2CE215-749B-4713-9385-CA5611A910E8.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OF1flEh9ydo/YSuCHzpKm1I/AAAAAAABV_E/PnvFxS0SpbMBmzV5DAYKKcMBkwqmi6TeACPcBGAsYHg/w640-h640/2B2CE215-749B-4713-9385-CA5611A910E8.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-i5ZRVTjFrxs/YSuCH86VKQI/AAAAAAABV_E/Vc2G211TstwXJuRGVHnDq3h1zUDLfyu7QCPcBGAsYHg/s2475/C6EDCB99-E3FE-4FBB-A165-7803BE3C9482.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2475" data-original-width="1980" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-i5ZRVTjFrxs/YSuCH86VKQI/AAAAAAABV_E/Vc2G211TstwXJuRGVHnDq3h1zUDLfyu7QCPcBGAsYHg/w512-h640/C6EDCB99-E3FE-4FBB-A165-7803BE3C9482.jpg" width="512" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Eventually, I learned that he was a real hunter. More so than Cooper. He would grab the toys and bite down hard like his life depended on it. The same goes for food. He would eat like he's been starving for days (even if he does get 3 meals a day, not including treats) and would steal Cooper's food/treats if he was given the chance. He eats like a dog.... Barely chews... lol</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">But he also had a soft side. It was clear that he was a lap cat the moment he came on the bed for the first time. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vu62v0-Xxys/YSuCH1-DfLI/AAAAAAABV_E/K6D1HDo_V6cXBR-cI5sXtgFhjm68QO2UACPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_9970.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vu62v0-Xxys/YSuCH1-DfLI/AAAAAAABV_E/K6D1HDo_V6cXBR-cI5sXtgFhjm68QO2UACPcBGAsYHg/w640-h480/IMG_9970.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-W60E1gAqtiE/YSuCH5njdDI/AAAAAAABV_E/jKbIUcIPtLgZmdffqrFtC9qPJSLKhF23wCPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_0009.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-W60E1gAqtiE/YSuCH5njdDI/AAAAAAABV_E/jKbIUcIPtLgZmdffqrFtC9qPJSLKhF23wCPcBGAsYHg/w480-h640/IMG_0009.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wGmEbBXf5xk/YSuCH7XqJ5I/AAAAAAABV_E/oIN5e-ywbCEBlb4oL32G-UzHhDYiaA_uwCPcBGAsYHg/s3024/IMG_9672.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wGmEbBXf5xk/YSuCH7XqJ5I/AAAAAAABV_E/oIN5e-ywbCEBlb4oL32G-UzHhDYiaA_uwCPcBGAsYHg/w640-h640/IMG_9672.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZwcRw2wGYog/YSuCH7I7wxI/AAAAAAABV_E/APBKNl1cDOI5IGrvMYFJ1hlHLofHeu8hACPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_8094.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZwcRw2wGYog/YSuCH7I7wxI/AAAAAAABV_E/APBKNl1cDOI5IGrvMYFJ1hlHLofHeu8hACPcBGAsYHg/w640-h480/IMG_8094.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We got him neutered when I noticed he was always mounting Cooper. Like bro. Not cool so he got snipped. He cuddles up like this very often and would sleep in the bed with me. Either on my legs, pillow or even right beside.</div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Zb_nNW4tvgg/YSuCH0BUjnI/AAAAAAABV_E/qjeBBKinXbc0KiR1n_Su8WXCG542_BJpgCPcBGAsYHg/s3385/IMG_9804.JPG"><img border="0" data-original-height="3385" data-original-width="2665" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Zb_nNW4tvgg/YSuCH0BUjnI/AAAAAAABV_E/qjeBBKinXbc0KiR1n_Su8WXCG542_BJpgCPcBGAsYHg/w504-h640/IMG_9804.JPG" width="504" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SQohiV2e2RM/YSuCH9jcQwI/AAAAAAABV_E/xX2FN0drT3kOfAffaKNhzTH7CaGhWTMbACPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_8295.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SQohiV2e2RM/YSuCH9jcQwI/AAAAAAABV_E/xX2FN0drT3kOfAffaKNhzTH7CaGhWTMbACPcBGAsYHg/w640-h480/IMG_8295.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/--6tTtEWhrRY/YSuCH-BHSPI/AAAAAAABV_E/TEM1efW5UfoZqedlsqodkDCw46-qiyldwCPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_0003.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/--6tTtEWhrRY/YSuCH-BHSPI/AAAAAAABV_E/TEM1efW5UfoZqedlsqodkDCw46-qiyldwCPcBGAsYHg/w640-h480/IMG_0003.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cWglzQRqOnw/YSuCH4W9UuI/AAAAAAABV_E/VLXx_fkAyQcr24EdJm2aaBdCcU1SJRgHQCPcBGAsYHg/s3024/904A3C22-A8B7-4F95-9280-82118CFC37D8.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cWglzQRqOnw/YSuCH4W9UuI/AAAAAAABV_E/VLXx_fkAyQcr24EdJm2aaBdCcU1SJRgHQCPcBGAsYHg/w640-h640/904A3C22-A8B7-4F95-9280-82118CFC37D8.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">He's also very weird. Not the most graceful cat I've seen. In fact, he's fallen off the chair, bed, tables and even ran into the cupboard door once while he was playing.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">He will sleep in weird poses. Usually, in a belly up position with his arms and legs spread like he doesn't have a care in the world. He would sleep deeply too. Until the cupboard with his food is opened. Then he's up and meowing for treats.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/--SqF-SrdB6E/YSuIWY_SvqI/AAAAAAABV_Y/BVipd4VLxsUv9evU0wRlWOpXKZeap6zJQCPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_0534.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/--SqF-SrdB6E/YSuIWY_SvqI/AAAAAAABV_Y/BVipd4VLxsUv9evU0wRlWOpXKZeap6zJQCPcBGAsYHg/w480-h640/IMG_0534.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6YY899weP9E/YSuCH9sk3nI/AAAAAAABV_E/h7uDCPx4sOUs8KToVJE50USvBC_sweA3QCPcBGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_0556.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6YY899weP9E/YSuCH9sk3nI/AAAAAAABV_E/h7uDCPx4sOUs8KToVJE50USvBC_sweA3QCPcBGAsYHg/w480-h640/IMG_0556.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3840" data-original-width="2160" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WY2Mc3EnADM/YSuIWUzzJaI/AAAAAAABV_Y/f95T6_oVfx8dAhLbZjK3HXGbxq-Qy0UbgCPcBGAsYHg/w360-h640/45A9E0A7-CE07-407E-A57B-776CECDC1301.jpg" width="360" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">*</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I've now become a full-time cat mama. It's been tough but very rewarding (isn't that what they say about children? lol) and I hope to have many more years with these two rascals. β€</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">You can find more photos of Cooper and Sunbeam on their Instagram:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">@<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cooperandsunbeam/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">cooperandsunbeam</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">β€</div><p></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2266959621555554762.post-88908506300166267942020-07-06T00:00:00.002+08:002022-07-09T09:26:04.476+08:00Photobook Square Insta Prints Review<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PpxSeFMg_s8/Xus86R5BwII/AAAAAAABPc0/DKE7A5A7WYImbjwl_8shTKSHcUXpEWPtgCK4BGAsYHg/s6119/sarandy-westfall-qqd8APhaOg4-unsplash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4079" data-original-width="6119" height="426" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PpxSeFMg_s8/Xus86R5BwII/AAAAAAABPc0/DKE7A5A7WYImbjwl_8shTKSHcUXpEWPtgCK4BGAsYHg/w640-h426/sarandy-westfall-qqd8APhaOg4-unsplash.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Recently tried using Photobook's services to make some limited run square prints for my <a href="https://shp.ee/63ergct" target="_blank">store</a>.</div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">*</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: #fff2cc;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Note: My posts contain affiliate links that give me a small commission when you click them at no extra expense to you. They will just redirect you to the product pages :)</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I wanted to make some prints to sell in my store in the future and decided to test out Photobook's printing services. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I have ordered from them in the past but it was only for 4R prints and nothing else. Their 4R prints were not bad but they weren't what I was looking for. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So I purchased a set of <a href="https://invol.co/clpegh" target="_blank">4 x 4 insta cards</a> and it took a while to reach me (as usual). I always felt like Photobook takes longer to crank out orders even before MCO. It's probably because they get hundreds of orders every day? Not sure. But it took my order around 2 weeks to be delivered. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And here they are:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><font color="#ba67c8" size="2">(Please excuse the photo quality, my phone is 4 years old and on its last legs but the photos are pretty true to life).</font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-op7JsoVMVQs/XuT1X7TI7dI/AAAAAAABPXk/8S2-jw2oDuot3AmszxzK--q7ghns3cnRwCK4BGAsYHg/s2160/IMG_2448.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2160" data-original-width="2160" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-op7JsoVMVQs/XuT1X7TI7dI/AAAAAAABPXk/8S2-jw2oDuot3AmszxzK--q7ghns3cnRwCK4BGAsYHg/w640-h640/IMG_2448.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The quality of the prints is amazing! They apparently use Fujifilm Crystal Matte paper to print these out and they feel so crisp. I did some Googling and couldn't find any clear information on the thickness of the paper but it feels pretty sturdy. Thicker than 260gsm for sure so maybe 275 to 280gsm? Definitely not 300gsm.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dh8rpV2uEBU/XuT1YURifuI/AAAAAAABPXw/OwhUp53bX80ifpPFXA2XXgkRPudNSr0ygCK4BGAsYHg/s2160/IMG_2450.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2160" data-original-width="2160" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dh8rpV2uEBU/XuT1YURifuI/AAAAAAABPXw/OwhUp53bX80ifpPFXA2XXgkRPudNSr0ygCK4BGAsYHg/w640-h640/IMG_2450.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IYr0GP85Wss/XuT1YntpcfI/AAAAAAABPX0/qWrnvLiXgxMFd-UK0cLx2c78GZgZzxYJACK4BGAsYHg/s2160/IMG_2451.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2160" data-original-width="2160" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IYr0GP85Wss/XuT1YntpcfI/AAAAAAABPX0/qWrnvLiXgxMFd-UK0cLx2c78GZgZzxYJACK4BGAsYHg/w640-h640/IMG_2451.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-A_hoOK3iguo/XuT1ZF0xrfI/AAAAAAABPX8/xqdISNiW71QD1zNO5oFmLk9ytJUVYOPqACK4BGAsYHg/s2160/IMG_2452.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2160" data-original-width="2160" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-A_hoOK3iguo/XuT1ZF0xrfI/AAAAAAABPX8/xqdISNiW71QD1zNO5oFmLk9ytJUVYOPqACK4BGAsYHg/w640-h640/IMG_2452.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ENtF_qt2Woo/XuT1ZW-BDaI/AAAAAAABPYA/TmWf6tewJDEENl1WmvfsT-QW1tdHZfVagCK4BGAsYHg/s2160/IMG_2453.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2160" data-original-width="2160" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ENtF_qt2Woo/XuT1ZW-BDaI/AAAAAAABPYA/TmWf6tewJDEENl1WmvfsT-QW1tdHZfVagCK4BGAsYHg/w640-h640/IMG_2453.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">***</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">While the prints do look amazing, there are some things that I didn't like about them:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b style="text-decoration-line: underline;">Uneven Frame</b> - The prints have a white frame around them like most insta prints do. It is part of the charm after all but they were not cut evenly. I could tell that some were cut a little crooked or some corners were thicker than others. None of it affects the quality of the print but if it bothers you then you can cut them evenly yourself later. If you do so, they won't be 4x4 prints anymore haha.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><u>Super Saturated</u> </b>- I also noticed that the colours came out extremely saturated. Maybe their QC people upped the saturation a bit which is why it turned out that way. I think it would help some illustrations but the colours on mine were quite off and even made some of the details disappear like the textures I used in my Lavender Snake piece. :<</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here they are beside my own homemade stickers and even postcards I ordered. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3MeazfoBwGI/XutJc98aHpI/AAAAAAABPdQ/9BtcGCDdmIMuvNslh2K95mheWdATgjKywCK4BGAsYHg/s2160/IMG_2608.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2160" data-original-width="2160" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3MeazfoBwGI/XutJc98aHpI/AAAAAAABPdQ/9BtcGCDdmIMuvNslh2K95mheWdATgjKywCK4BGAsYHg/w640-h640/IMG_2608.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I print my stickers with a <a href="https://shope.ee/L9u4zB0Mr" target="_blank">Canon Pixma Pro-100</a> on matte sticker paper. The postcard was printed on art card with matte lamination and the bottom is the print from Photobook. I guess.... All printers will have different results depending on the type of paper and finish they have?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I might have to try printing my stickers on glossy sticker paper just to test this theory out.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">***</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Overall, I'm very happy with the quality of the prints I received from Photobook and would definitely order them again in the future. 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Ya'll da best!)</font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It's just a mini 3-day sale before I actually open my stores officially on my <a href="www.ortolanaclare.com" target="_blank">website </a>and <a href="https://invol.co/clp9ph" target="_blank">Shopee</a> but I'm already freaking out hahaha. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I also made a mistake sharing my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CBpYjsmgGIa/" target="_blank">Instagram post</a> in my family's Whatsapp group and my dad went and shared it to all the extended family Whatsapp groups hahaha. I mean thanks but I wasn't expecting that to happen and I don't really like my family knowing what I'm doing. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It was really difficult deciding whether I should even share in my family's group chat and boom... Three other chats get shared the post lol</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">On the other hand, I'm really grateful for the support my family + extended family are showing me. They legit went out in full force to like my photo and follow my art account when they really didn't have to. TwT </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">But now I feel more pressured to post amazing amazing amaaaaazing art because all of them are watching and I will most likely be asked about it when I see them in real life..... .-. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I'm already dreading that haha.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My store will be opening soon.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I don't expect amazing sales or anything. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I'm just glad that I'm taking a step towards a goal I've always had.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hopefully, I'll be able to create more products in the future!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #262626; font-size: 14px; text-align: left;">β₯οΈ</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2266959621555554762.post-38519877787577978822020-06-14T18:19:00.001+08:002020-06-14T18:19:19.134+08:00Why I Don't Offer Tarot Readings Anymore<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5mFYSXmgX3g/XuT6lSpsvTI/AAAAAAABPbg/vE5NfU1ZUJM6_qB4SQlC8GlQgBZgaB5MQCK4BGAsYHg/s3600/soulful-stock-gIwEsfu9Ec8-unsplash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2403" data-original-width="3600" height="428" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5mFYSXmgX3g/XuT6lSpsvTI/AAAAAAABPbg/vE5NfU1ZUJM6_qB4SQlC8GlQgBZgaB5MQCK4BGAsYHg/w640-h428/soulful-stock-gIwEsfu9Ec8-unsplash.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I recently decided to stop offering tarot reading services in my <a href="https://www.shopee.com/ortolanaclare" target="_blank">store</a> and here's why:</div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1. Feeling burdened with weird/dumb questions</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">I used to have a tarot reading service store on Shopee and delisted my products the moment MCO started. I had gotten an order around the time when the movement control order was implemented and was so dumbstruck at the question that I just didn't want to deal with it. I get a range of different people who come to me for clarification or guidance and I am fine with offering my services until they ask me to predict when the end of the world is gonna be and how they can get away with murder (these are jokes... Nobody has asked me these questions thank goodness). </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I won't go into detail about the questions that I have been asked as I want to make a post dedicated to the topic in the future. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Just... It's really tiring when you have to keep explaining to the same 3 people that you can't answer those kinds of questions. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2. It became a chore and is draining</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">I think people who do tarot readings would understand this but it's tiring to do readings for people.</div><div style="text-align: center;">It physically drains you.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Yeah, it's just interpreting a bunch of cards but the quality of your readings does depend on your mood and your overall mental health. I noticed that if I never felt up to doing a reading but had to do it anyway because a customer purchased my service, my readings were never that great or made no sense. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The same applies whenever I was too exhausted from work or just life in general.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I could easily just take my customer's money and not care about the outcome but I want to be able to answer their questions as best I can. So I would even tell them to come back in a couple of days so I can get my mood in check or rest a bit before attempting a reading. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">But life just gets in the way and my mood hasn't been the greatest in general so I would rather close my store than dish out half-assed tarot readings.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3. First Timers</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">I get a lot of "first-timers" purchasing my readings. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">They're usually people who are knowledgable about readings but never got the opportunity to try it either because most tarot reading services are done face to face or they're just way too expensive. My readings are considerably cheap compared to the ones listed on Shopee (at least the last time I checked). </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Or, they are desperate people looking for an answer to their questions and randomly came across my store.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">First-timers are always hit or miss.</div><div style="text-align: center;">They can either be really pleasant or very passive-aggressive.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">After I send my readings out to my customers, I will notify them through chat and offer to explain their readings more if they have trouble understanding or relating to it. Most people would thank me or ask me for clarification and I'd do my part. But some first-timers would leave a random bad review which I think is always hilarious. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I try my best to educate my customers about how I do my readings. For example, I don't do yes or no readings, I don't do predictions because my readings are more for advice, etc. BUT sometimes customers just want what they want and there's no stopping them. I just make sure to keep a screenshot of conversations in case a random lawsuit comes in the mail........... (palis2).</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">***</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I don't know if I'll ever come back to tarot reading. It was fun to help people after all... </div><div style="text-align: center;">Maybe in a couple of months, I'll take back my decision? 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For a while, I was worried about leaving my house to go to the post office. My building and nearby areas do not have a mailbox that I can use to drop my mail so it was difficult. </div>
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Sometime last year, I went to the post office and was told by an employee there that the cost to send postcards overseas had changed. But for the life of me, I couldn't recall what the new rates are since I have the memory of a goldfish. </div>
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I went to the <a href="https://www.pos.com.my/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Pos Malaysia</b></a> website but was never able to find the information that I needed. It was either the website was broken, links lead to pages that didn't exist or the info I did find was waaaaaay outdated. Pos Malaysia also has a bad habit of uploading PDFs to announce their updated info instead of just updating their actual website. I don't know why that is but it screams <u><b>lazy</b></u> to me. </div>
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Long story short, I went to the nearest post office in my area to ask them <strike>a few</strike> a lot of questions. I was also doing research on shipping rates as I plan to open up my store in the near future and needed more information before I proceeded with anything.</div>
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The lady at the counter was helpful and tried to answer my questions. I even had a print out of one of the <a href="https://www.pos.com.my/media/4638/domestic-commercial-non-commercial.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PDFs</a> from their website but as expected, she couldn't tell me everything I needed to know. </div>
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I asked her about the rates to send an international postcard and she told me it was 50 cents. I tried to clarify with her but she assured me that it was 50 cents. </div>
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Do follow them on IG and check out their postcard store on Shopee and Lazada (not a sponsor haha)!</div>
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If you haven't heard about <a href="https://airkitchen.me/?utm_source=ortolanaclare&utm_medium=affiliate&acode=33470" target="_blank">AirKitchen</a>, they're a company that lets travelers learn to cook Japanese cuisine in the home of a Japanese host. </div>
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Here are some of the reasons I think AirKitchen is pretty great.</div>
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If you love cooking (or not) and would like to learn the authentic way to create some of your favourite Japanese dishes while meeting and chatting with the locals, AirKitchen is for you. I don't cook often as my home doesn't really have a stove but I was able to have fun learning how to make okonomiyaki and yakisoba the way the locals made it. For me, it was the first time I had ever tasted yakisoba so I felt really lucky to be able to try a homemade version of the dish.</div>
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I've actually been on the fence about this for a while. I've always wanted to one day offer my tarot reading services but never thought I was good enough. I finally took the plunge this month and created my shop on <a href="https://shopee.com.my/ortolanaclare" target="_blank">Shopee</a>!</div>
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My tarot readings are all done privately, so I don't do video calls or face to face meetups. Everything is done through Shopee chat and email, which is why my readings are significantly cheaper.</div>
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Surprisingly, Poslaju has been on top of their game with delivering my postcards. Most of my postcards sent to Europe and Japan have been reaching their destinations within a week! I think the fastest was a postcard to the Netherlands that arrived in 5 days. </div>
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If you're starting out, it can be very tempting to go with the first beautifully designed tarot deck you see. In my case, I was so hung up on getting a tarot deck (any tarot deck) that I didn't do enough research. Now, I have a deck just lying around in my room, unused because I just couldn't connect with it.<br />
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Some tarot decks have extra cards in them that are not included in regular decks, or they might change the name of a card from the Major Arcana, change the suits of the Minor Arcana and so on. If you want to learn the absolute basics, I suggest you choose a tarot deck with traditional tarot imagery. The imagery can help you develop your intuition and you can learn each cards' meanings quickly.<br />
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If you're on a budget, there's nothing wrong with getting a secondhand deck or a cheaper imitation of a deck you love. There's nothing wrong with trying to spend within your means. Although it is recommended you purchase a new deck for yourself, I tend to wave away such <a href="http://www.ortolanaclare.com/2018/07/10-tarot-myths-you-should-stop-believing.html" target="_blank">superstitions</a>. If it is your first deck, it's alright to spend within a budget since you'll be learning more about the craft anyway.<br />
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When I choose a deck, the first thing I look at is the artwork. I like brightly coloured decks with interesting imagery. I know I mentioned that you need to get a deck that has classic depictions of the arcana but there are a lot of new tarot decks which are not only great for learning but they look great too. Plus, if you like how your deck looks, you'll find yourself reaching for it more!<br />
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As I mentioned above, there are so many different decks with varying art and imagery. However, just looking for a deck that looks great to you isn't enough. Different decks give off different energy and sometimes it just clashes with our own. It's difficult to get a feel of the deck when you're ordering online, which is why some people recommend you to purchase your deck in person. If you are ordering online, the only way to get a feel for your deck is when it arrives and you start working with it. I'll talk about bonding with your deck in another blog post. :)<br />
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I hope this will help you to pick out your very first tarot deck!<br />
Personally, I usually pick my decks based on the artwork and work hard to bond with the deck when it does arrive in the mail. There are many ways to bond with your deck so you can work with them better. I'll talk about that in another blog post.<br />
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What kind of tarot decks do you want right now? Is there a particular deck you've purchased that has surprised you?<br />
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If you're ready to find your very own deck I wrote a whole post about where you can find tarot decks in Malaysia!<br />
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Check it out, <a href="https://www.ortolanaclare.com/2017/06/5-places-you-can-buy-tarot-decks-in.html" target="_blank">here</a>!<br />
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So yesterday, a couple of friends and I decided to get together for Nuri's birthday celebration. It was late but we always had a hard time getting a hang of her (ahem... she's too popular...). In the end, we decided to have dinner at this Korean BBQ restaurant somewhere in <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=qinghegu+address&rlz=1C1CHBF_enMY758MY758&oq=qinghegu+address&aqs=chrome..69i57.5282j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8" target="_blank">Damansara</a>.</div>
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Upon entering the restaurant, I immediately felt the authenticity. You don't really see those long low hanging fans in other restaurants. Plus, because they had such great ventilation, I didn't feel like I smelled like grease when I left. </div>
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Fast service and they help you cook your stuff</div>
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The last time I worked with watercolours was to learn how to do brush calligraphy, but I got bored immediately because I didn't like writing out quotes and I didn't have a lot of things to title with calligraphy. However, after watching Kasey Golden's videos, I got really inspired to start learning how to use watercolour in my art.<br />
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Not gonna lie, it was hard and expensive but thankfully, I already had a few brushes, water brushes, palettes, and cheap student grade watercolours to start my journey with. This is probably one of the times I'm glad I hoard so much stuff... haha<br />
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β₯ Ukami Artist Quality 200gsm sketch book - Popular<br />
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β₯ <a href="http://ho.lazada.com.my/SHdPE2?web_url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.lazada.com.my%252Fproducts%252Fpentel-watercolours-24-colours-set-i15865558-s19539725.html%253Fspm%253Da2o4k.searchlist.list.1.336939f5IHP84P%2526search%253D1&deeplink=lazada%3A%2F%2Fmy%2Fd%3Fps%3D" target="_blank">24 Pentel Watercolour set</a><br />
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β₯ Daler Rowney Graduate paint brushes<br />
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Not gonna lie these pictures are quite old. I meant to do a review on the paints a year or so ago when I actually got the paint but I never got to it. I have a lot of ideas for blogposts but never end up writing them and they get lost in my black hole of a draft folder. </div>
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Below you can see the palette on the right which is filled with paint from Buncho. I used to loooooove the paint from Buncho but after giving the Pentel set a try, I noticed that the Buncho colours tend to become quite muddy? I don't know.. Maybe it's me? After all, I am a watercolour noob. Save me pls. </div>
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I think the hardest thing I found about watercolouring is keeping the paint where it's supposed to be. I watch YouTube artists do amazing things with watercolour and I always marvel at how they can keep their paint so clean and not bleed into each other. I know now that I've just been really impatient... I keep thinking the paint is dry when it's not. It feels dry??? But the paper has other plans.<br />
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Here is one of the first pieces I ever created when I first started drawing again. The lineart was done with a cheap gel pen from Daiso which was surprisingly more waterproof than the fake Sakura Micron pens I have. I have no complaints except for that freaking orange blob near the mermaid's tail area.... Remember how I said I kept thinking the paint was dry? Yeah... I rested my pinky finger in a spot of wet paint and didn't realize it until it was too late....<br />
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I also noticed that there's always a line where the paint just recedes from the edge of the lineart. Maybe that's the paper or the paint? I don't know... You can see it in the painting below. The edges of the galaxy circle are so choppy even when I painted right on the line..... I don't even know... Gimme time to figure these things out. </div>
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I'm really working hard to improve my artwork. I've always been very neglectful of the skill cause I never thought of it as anything more than just a hobby. But now I really wanna make something out of it. Watching all these artists with different backgrounds creating things they love and living off it gives me so much hope that I can do it too!</div>
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Wish me luck... Maybe one day I can sell my stuff as stickers? </div>
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I went a little crazy at Daiso recently...</div>
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I've been feeling weirdly inspired lately and I decided to start taking up an old hobby I used to love, which is art! It has been a while since I drew something and I've been watching so many artists on YouTube and they've inspired me so much that I went out to buy all this stuff the next day.</div>
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I have a deep love for cheap things, which is why Daiso was one of my first choices when it comes to shopping. I know that it really isn't that cheap nowadays, but Daiso has definitely stepped up their game. I mean, they have so much stuff now!</div>
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But thankfully, I don't know how to manage my finances well and was pretty short on cash when I was out shopping. So, I only got a few things. </div>
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In the end, I settled for these!</div>
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If you're wondering why I'm buying a bunch of coloured pens and highlighters, I thought that they would be great to use in a mixed media piece. I've been so inspired by the work of <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzAfrLkaLho" target="_blank">Leigh Ellexson</a>, you can check her out on YouTube. She makes amazing art with watercolour, acrylic, gouache and coloured pencils. I love how she mixes everything together into one cohesive piece. I also love the colours she uses. Her colour palette is amazing! 10/10 would recommend~ </div>
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I also grabbed 2 mason jars for washing out my brushes when I paint, cellophane tape to cover up my horrible creations and a set of brushes cause I'm too cheap to get better ones!</div>
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The pens are like any other regular ballpoint pen, they have a 0.7 nib, which is a little too large for writing (for me) but I like to use them for outlines and jotting things down in my calendar. </div>
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The highlighters were more of an impulse buy (all of these things are impulsive if you ask me) and they worked exactly like regular highlighters. I do like how pastel the colours are but the nibs aren't that great. So, I just use them to mark my mood trackers in my bullet journal.</div>
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The paintbrush set however was surprisingly great! I was so surprised at how soft the bristles were! The brushes in the set are all round brushes that come to a fine point when wet and they felt pretty good in my hands. I haven't had any problems with falling bristles and they hold so much water and paint!</div>
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The only thing I didn't like about the brushes was the fact that the white bristles do stain easily so the tips of your brushes can become a really ugly colour after using them for a while. I've used a couple of the brushes for a bit and it's looking pretty gross. As you can see... I use purple and blue a lot hahaaha<br />
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Okay, so my taste in music is really all over the place. I don't keep up with the latest hits and often listen to one song or album over and over again for long periods of time until I get sick of them. But I'd like to share some songs that have got me groovin' this July. Some are new and some aren't. Some you might like and some you might not. Nevertheless, I'm here to share (not everything just 15 songs). </div>
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So, as I've mentioned earlier, I'm really all over the place when it comes to music. Most of what I listen to in a day depends highly on my moods, which I guess is true for a lot of us. </div>
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Below are the 15 songs I've added to my ever-growing playlist on Spotify. I have a little over 500 songs now on that one playlist (don't judge me). </div>
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My all-time favourites are UFO by Mallrat, Allday, Boomin' in your Jeep by Crystal Fighters, and Burn the House Down by AJR. </div>
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The first two are my wind down songs which I listen to whenever I'm on my way home from work or wherever. Burn the House Down is something I listen to in the morning to get me pumped. I don't know why but I always feel like I can do anything when I listen to that song. </div>
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So far, I've listened to only these 3 songs consistently throughout this month. </div>
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Now, to address the Disney song so inconspicuously disguised in the playlist.</div>
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Yes, that is the French version of Let it Go from Frozen. No, I am not crazy. </div>
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I listen to this song and <a href="http://festyy.com/wJSlQl" target="_blank">sing to it</a> while I work on blog posts in my room after work (or whenever). It also pumps me up and since I don't understand everything she's singing, she doesn't distract me while I'm writing things down. I like multi-tasking, so I usually have music playing on my phone and YouTube playing on my iPad while I work on my laptop.</div>
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Yes, it helps. Again, no, I'm not crazy. </div>
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Plus, Anais Delva has a really great voice!</div>
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Oh, and yes, I'm listening to the song and singing along as I write this post. π</div>
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Another song I'd like to highlight from the playlist is HARUKAKANATA by Nyarons. </div>
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I occasionally listen to songs like these because they're so bright and cute. For all you weeaboos out there who like opening songs like ones from <a href="http://festyy.com/wJSlAK" target="_blank">Himouto! Umaru-chan</a> and <a href="http://gestyy.com/wJ0IcR" target="_blank">Lucky Star</a>, check out Nyarons for some cute songs. </div>
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If you'd like to listen to the songs on the playlist, here is the <a href="https://open.spotify.com/user/ortolana.csolibun/playlist/0wXaumQj0oIz98sQf9xnjp?si=BYSFqiyGT7WnxNiNxRsp_A" target="_blank">link</a>!</div>
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Whenever I scroll through Instagram and Pinterest, I'm always in awe of the beautiful flower arrangements and gifts that decorate homes, flat lays, weddings, and more. There seems to be a bouquet or flower perfect for every occasion and I always wonder if I can find them here in Malaysia. Now I know I can!</div>
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A Better Florist is a company that strives to provide you with a one-of-a-kind hassle-free experience for all your decoration and gifting needs! The best thing about A Better Florist is the fact that they are one of the companies that provide <a href="https://www.abetterflorist.my/flower-delivery-malaysia" target="_blank">flower delivery services in Malaysia</a>. In fact, you can get your orders delivered to various locations including <a href="https://www.abetterflorist.my/flower-delivery-johor-bahru" target="_blank">Johor Baru</a>, <a href="https://www.abetterflorist.my/flower-delivery-kuala-lumpur" target="_blank">Kuala Lumpur</a>, <a href="https://www.abetterflorist.my/flower-delivery-ipoh" target="_blank">Ipoh</a>, <a href="https://www.abetterflorist.my/flower-delivery-penang" target="_blank">Penang</a>! They also deliver to destinations such as <a href="http://www.flowerdelivery-reviews.com/12-best-flower-delivery-hong-kong/">Hong Kong</a>, <a href="https://www.abetterflorist.ae/flower-delivery-united-arab-emirates">the UAE</a> and more. Isn't that great? β€</div>
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This company also has a same day flower delivery service for all those emergency situations. All you have to do is place your orders before 3pm and A Better Florist will ensure your order gets to you safely on the day itself. Plus, delivery is FREE!!</div>
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All the flowers provided by them come from local flower nurseries to ensure your flowers arrive fresh and in the best condition.</div>
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However, if you're not looking for flowers, you can also find a wide range of gifts including <a href="http://www.flowerdelivery-reviews.com/hamper-delivery-singapore/">hampers</a>, <a href="https://www.herflowers.sg/fruit-basket-delivery-in-singapore" target="_blank">fruit baskets</a>, <a href="https://www.herflowers.sg/baby-new-mother-hamper-delivery" target="_blank">baby hampers</a> and more. You can get them all with or without flowers depending on the bundle you choose.</div>
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Overall, I think that A Better Florist is not only one of the <a href="http://www.flowerdelivery-reviews.com/12-best-flower-delivery-malaysia/" target="_blank">best florists in Malaysia</a>,<span style="color: red;"> </span>but also the best <a href="https://www.flowerdelivery-reviews.com/12-best-flower-delivery-singapore/" target="_blank">flower delivery service in Singapore</a>, <a href="https://www.abetterflorist.com.hk/" target="_blank">Hong Kong</a>, <a href="https://www.dubai.com/blog/8-best-options-flower-delivery-dubai/" target="_blank">Dubai</a>, <a href="http://www.ibtimes.com.au/8-best-options-flower-delivery-brisbane-1569472">Brisbane </a>and <a href="https://www.flowerdelivery-reviews.com/12-best-flower-delivery-uae/" target="_blank">in the UAE</a>. I love the diversity of their products and the quality of their services. It's definitely a company that's perfect for all your <span style="color: red;"><a href="https://www.abetterflorist.com/gifts-delivery-singapore" target="_blank">gift delivery</a></span> needs. If you'd like to find out more about what other customers think, check out their reviews and testimonials to find out why they're one of the best choices for flower delivery in <a href="http://www.luxuo.com/style/handbag/12-finest-floral-stores-in-singapore-for-deliveries-and-online-orders.html">Singapore </a>and <a href="http://www.flowerdelivery-reviews.com/12-best-flower-delivery-kl-klang-valley/">Malaysia</a>.</div>
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I've heard a lot about Wish while watching art haul videos and YouTube. The website stocks a lot of art supplies, makeup, accessories, apparel and to my surprise, tarot related products too!<br />
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After discovering Wish, I immediately wanted to order something for myself. At first, I was browsing through endless watercolour products then I ogled at their enamel pins, then their plus-sized blouses and I knew that I just needed to get something otherwise my wishlist would just keep growing.<br />
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I would have loved to order more but the shipping costs were insane! Depending on the retailer, I've seen shipping prices from as low as RM7 to as high as RM17! Which brings me to one of the cons of ordering from this website, free items are not really free. You still have to pay for shipping.<br />
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Another thing I didn't like about Wish was the fact that many of the items here are fakes. So, if you're planning to purchase branded items like shoes or makeup, please keep in mind the prices on Wish are super low for a reason. Not everything here is genuine. It really doesn't matter to me though, as long as the item I ordered arrives safely and not super effed up, I have minimal complaints.<br />
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Now, on to my haul!<br />
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The first things I ordered were the tarot decks (<a href="http://gestyy.com/wJvjtw" target="_blank">The Wild Unknown</a> and <a href="http://gestyy.com/wJvh6j" target="_blank">Shadowscapes</a> tarot) and the <a href="http://gestyy.com/wJDcBZ" target="_blank">crystal necklace</a>. I will have a more in-depth review of the tarot decks in following posts so I will just review the "quartz" crystal necklace.<br />
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It looks really pretty and the chain that comes with it is nice and durable. The only thing that kind of annoyed me was the fact that I thought I was purchasing a necklace that's not even made of real quartz but resin when the product listing literally says natural gemstone. Pfft... Natural gemstone my a**. Then again, I knew what I was getting into... The pendant is pretty and comfortable to wear. So whatever... π<br />
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My next order consisted of 2 "Life Planners" and a set of Sakura micron pens. The planners are beautiful and are of really good quality. Plus, they are not designed for a specific year so you can start using them anytime in the year with no problems!<br />
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The planners also have thick paper and really cute designs on each, as you can see below.<br />
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The only thing that bummed me out was the fact that the white planner was slightly damaged and had a dirty bookmark ribbon. How the heck did it get like this?!<br />
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The Sakura micron pens were ridiculously affordable and understandably so. They look exactly like the genuine micron pens from Sakura. I couldn't see a difference physically and all of them arrived safely. In fact, each pen was wrapped in their own individual package inside a larger package. Talk about secure.<br />
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The only complaint I have about these pens is the fact that they are not waterproof like the actual Sakura pens. I was planning on using them with my watercolour but that is definitely not happening. I mean, I guess you can use them with watercolour but you can't do your line work before painting because the black ink will just make your colours look muddy and ew.<br />
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To recap, here are the pros and cons of shopping on Wish.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Pros:</span></b><br />
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Cheap prices<br />
A wide range of items<br />
Fast delivery<br />
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Lots of fake items<br />
Misleading prices<br />
Some items aren't wrapped securely<br />
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Overall, I did have a good experience shopping on Wish. I didn't have any problems with checking out or with lost packages but I don't think I will be shopping on Wish again anytime soon. The shipping fees are a little too high for me. Although I might grab something if I find something I can't get anywhere else on Malaysian websites.<br />
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Have you tried shopping on Wish? Would you try it out?<br />
Tell me your thoughts or experiences in the comments below! I'd love to hear about it. β€<br />
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