Merry Christmas 2012

Merry Christmas, everyone!
Have a good one and enjoy.

$5 Gift Voucher

I received a AUD $5 Gift Voucher from Priceline via e-mail on 26 September 2012.

It was rewarded to me for joining Priceline Sister Club for two years.  Woo Hoo! Thanks Priceline.

I went to one of their branches at Town Hall on 3/10/2012 to use up the voucher before it expires on 25/10/2012.

With the AUD $5 voucher, I decided to get myself a primer.

After shopping for a while and trying various range of primers from different brands, I finally settled on Savvy Smooth Finish Primer.

There was 30% off throughout the whole range of Savvy cosmetic brand that day.

The Savvy Smooth Finish Primer was AUD $8.99 before and it was AUD $6.29 after 30% off.

After I tendered my Gift Voucher and Priceline Sister Club, I only paid AUD $1.30 for the primer. 

I was happy with my purchase and will continue to support Priceline.

It is definitely my favourite store for cosmetics shopping.

For those of you who live in Australia, you can join the club easily by filling the form available in any Priceline Store and start to get rewarded each time you shop.

Be Happy For Others

The ability to be sincerely happy for others is priceless. 

It's not always about you all the time. 

I saw this on my friend's Facebook page.

I found it meaningful and decided to share it here.

I couldn't have agreed more that sometimes we need to stop thinking about ourselves but to care for people around us.

向圣犹达宗徒诵

向圣犹达宗徒诵

啊，圣犹达宗徒及殉道者，德行伟大，灵迹丰富，耶稣基督的表亲，你是人们在急
需时向你呼求特殊助佑者的忠实代祷人。我由心灵深处投奔尔前，谦恭求你，凭天
主给你的大能协助我，现在我有急需的要求_______ (说出) 协助我吧，为报答你，
我将宏扬你的大名，并劝人呼求你。

天主经，圣母经，光荣颂三遍。圣犹达，请为我及为一众呼求你助佑者祈祷。阿们。

I was brought up in a catholic family.
Praying everyday is a very important practice in my daily life.
I came across this prayer in a prayer book <每日祈祷经文精选> my mum gave me few years back.
At first, I didn't pay too much attention to this prayer.
I said this prayer whenever I had a special petition.
Most of my prayers were answered following my prayer.
For some of the unanswered prayers, it somehow directed me towards the solutions over time.
Hence, I would like to share this to all of you especially those of you who experience hardships, obstacles, problems, and difficulties in life.
Say this prayer consistently with a faithful heart.  You will find peace.
I am sorry that I only have this prayer in Mandarin Version.
If any of you who finds the English Version, please share with me.
Thank you!

There is also another prayer that I pray everyday now with 向圣犹达宗徒诵:

向圣安当巴罗阿诵

圣安当诸圣中最温良慈善者之一，你热爱天主之火，高超的德行，对人的大爱德，
使你在世时，相称他拥有非凡的奇迹大能，你只一句话，奇迹乃出现。凡遭受困苦
者恳求你时，你就已等着说那句话。心酸苦难中向你倾诉的焦虑的祈祷，从不落空。
你同情悲哀忧伤的人；你恢复病人的健康，助人找回遗失之物。每当伤心者由心灵
深处向你呼号时，连死人你也使他复活，你在世时，样样都能做，就是不能对遭受
苦难忧伤者，没有恻隐心！想到这一点，我就胆敢地恳求你为我获取_______恩惠，
(求恩)
为俯允我这祈祷，可能需要灵迹，但你岂不是灵迹的圣者，当你在世时，只要你一
句话，最大的灵迹都完成了吗?
啊，善良慈悲的圣安当，你满怀恻隐之心，将我的祈祷，向那喜爱在你怀中留恋的
婴孩耶稣，轻轻耳语吧。
你只要说一声，我的祈祷，将获允准。啊，请说一句话吧，我将从心里时时感激你
不尽。阿们。

Won Australis Competition

I know this is a long overdue post, but I just couldn't find time to blog this.

It has been an eventful month for me and finally I get to have spare time to relax my mind before things start to get hectic again.

Well, I was fortunate enough to win Australis Competition two months ago.  Thank God for this.

I was over the moon when I  discovered what I got in my prize pack.

All the items add up to a worth of AUD 37.80.

They are as listed below:

1) Eyeshadows Double Decker Duo in Supernova Casanova - RRP AUD $9.95

 It has rich highly pigmented metallic eyeshadow cream and ethereal, multidimensional loose powder combined in one simple compact for luxe eye looks.  It also contains Beeswax to condition the skin. 

2) Eyeliner 10 HR Wear Pencil in Bombastic Bronze - RRP AUD $9.95

 It is a sharpenable waterproof pencil that is perfect for precision lines or a smouldering smudged effect.  Its colour stays put for 10hrs plus which means less time re-applying!

3) Lip Gloss Mint Condition - Meow With Your Mind - RRP AUD $8.95

Its Minty gloss sensation packed full of nature's goodness such as vitamin rich guava and Kakadu plum extracts, providing a soft and smooth texture with perfect shiny colour and UV protection.

4) Special Effects Top Coats - Speck-Tacular Crystal - RRP AUD $8.95

Crystal Colour Top Coat is totally on trend right now.  It creates an eye catching holographic effect for your nails.

 

Take Time To Pray

The Year Of Faith

Therefore I tell you,

whatever you ask for in prayer,

believe that you have received it,

and it will be yours.

Bargains

I was browsing at one of the bookstore near my work place during lunch break when I came to know this book - "PS, I Love You".

I have seen the review of this book on my friend's blog.

Knowing that it is one of the international bestseller, I picked up the book and flipped through the first few pages.

I instantly fell in love with the style of writing.

No wonder it is one of the bestseller book globally.

I checked the price and discovered that it was on sale.

It was originally priced at AUD$21.99 but was reduced to AUD$5.00.

I decided to grab it without a second thought because I don't think I can find any better deal than this anywhere for a new and unowned book. 

I also bought another two books along with this book. 

They were also on sale for only AUD$5.00 each.  Great bargains indeed.

They are Stephanie Meyer's "Twilight" (originally price at AUD $22.99) and Candace Bushnell's "Summer And The City" (originally priced at AUD $24.99).

A Little Gift

A friend of mine is getting engaged soon.

Too bad I cannot make it because it is going to be held in Singapore.

Being a thoughtful friend, I decided to buy her a engagement gift.

I have shopped around and finally I found this cute music box from Morning Glory (A Korean Gift Shop).

Isn't it lovely? I hope she will like it.

Panasonic Inverter Microwave Oven

When my mother-in-law, my husband and I shopped at Myer the other day, we came across special offer for Panasonic Microwave.

My mother-in-law expressed her interest in replacing the old microwave at home.

After browsing for a while, we decided on Panasonic - NN-ST641WQPQ - 32L Inverter Microwave Oven.

Apart from the fact that it was on sale, we can also claim one (1) Adam Liaw Cookbook ‘Two Asian Kitchens’ at no cost.  The Recommended Retail Value (RRP) of the Bonus Product is AUD$49.95.  I am a huge fan of Adam Liaw when I followed the second series of Masterchef Australia back in 2010, in which Adam was the winner.  

Two Asian Kitchens is a book about simple and creative Asian cooking for any families. There are so many wonderful Asian dishes that are simple to make and which we all love eating out at restaurants.

This book has helped me to cook some of the Asian dishes that I have always wanted but never get a chance to cook for my family. I feel so privileged and lucky to have this book in my kitchen.  It is of great help and it is the only cook book that I have interest in trying on all the recipes.

Vietnamese Beef Noodle Soup

My husband and I have a common interest - we love trying new restaurants to eat.

One of our favourite food is Vietnamese beef noodle soup (Pho).

We have tried a few Vietnamese restaurants in Sydney and I have to say the best pho is at Pho An, Bankstown.

Pho An,

27 Greenfield Parade,

Bankstown,

NSW 2200.

Many people who have been there rated it the best pho in sydney too.
Good Pho, efficient service, reasonable price are the main reasons why the restaurant is always fully occupied.
However, pho is the only item on the menu.
If that's what you are after then this is definitely the place to go.
I am definitely going back for more.  Happy trying. 

Rimmel Scandal Eyes Show Off Mascara

♥ Rimmel London Scandal Eyes Show Off Mascara in Black.

I entered a competition recently and won myself my first mascara from Rimmel London.

It is The Rimmel London Scandal Eyes Show Off Mascara.  Heartiest thanks to Priceline for the reward.

The RRP is $16.95.  You can find it at Priceline, Kmart, Target, BIG W, Chemist Warehouse and selected Pharmacies as well as Coles and Woolworths in Australia.

I have started using it and just love the effect thus far.

Rimmel London ScandalEyes Show Off Mascara provides volume, lift and length to lashes.

This is because of the special design at the applicator.

The wand applicator combines lash inflating and defining bristles with a ball brush to make lashes look longer. The flat side of the brush plumps lashes with volume then the ball brush lifts and lengthens lashes.

Happy Saturday

I went to Centro Bankstown today to redeem my $20 Fashion Voucher as a reward of entering a competition.

For those residing in Sydney, you can enter The Wardrobe - Create Your Look Competition.  Please check the terms and conditions at this website http://www.centrobankstown.com.au/wardrobe.php?wdcid=Mw==

It is very simple. Just click on the website above and create your own look.  There you go, you are in to win one of five $1000 Myer gift vouchers.

Please remember to print out your shopping list after you create your look and bring in to the Customer Service Desk to receive a $20 fashion voucher.  This is absolutely an exclusive offer for Freebies Rewards customers.  For those who are not a Freebies Rewards customer, you can join for free here http://www.centrobankstown.com.au/rewards.php

Back to the topic, I bought this Touch Of An Angel ladies top in nude from Vibe Clothing using the voucher redeemed.

The original price for the top is $39.95.  It is on sale today for just $20.  How good is that.

It is a short sleeved top with lace and mesh inserts on the sleeves.

It comes in four colors - Nude, Black, Maroon, and Off White.

I chose Nude color because it is easy to match with jeans, skirts, or shorts.

I am pleased to learn that I am just in time to claim the fashion voucher before they are gone.

 

This Is The Day That The Lord Has Made

My Nude Pumps

I was in search for a nude color heels for quite some time to match the Review dress I got a while ago.

Finally I found "The One" today at Myer Store.

I grabbed it immediately knowing the fact that it would be gone rather quickly since it was on sale.

Introducing my new collection to my wardrobe - the Miss Shop Alexia Nude Pump.

The original price for the lovely pumps is AUD $69.95.

I am delighted to own it for just AUD $39.

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Win 2 Dahlia AW12 Blouses

For all the Facebook users out there, please grab your chance to win these TWO beautiful Dahlia AW12 Blouses.  The steps are easy and who knows you will the lucky winner.  

To enter, you have to like Dahlia Fashion Page on Facebook.  Then, you will be directed to the page https://www.facebook.co/DahliaFashion?sk=app_228910107186452.  

You just need fill in the Rafflecopter and there you go you will be entered for your golden opportunity to win those lovely blouses.  The best part is no purchase is necessary in order to enter.  How good is that?  I love those blouses.  They are suitable for both work and casual styling.  Don't you agree with me?  Good luck to all of you.

Quote Of The Day

 
You learn as much from those who have failed as from those who have succeeded.

Shopping For Phone Case

I bought my Iphone 4S last August.
I have been looking for the right phone case for my new toy but just doesn't seem to find the best one.
Here I am shopping on Forever New website and guess what I found.
They have few phone cases on sale.
I love them all.
I don't know which one to choose.
Which is your favourite?

 

$50 Lulu's gift card giveaway at Koi Story.

How I wish I could win this giveaway to purchase my favourite dresses.

Try your luck here and who knows you will be luckier than me.

Here is the link for you to join the lovely giveaway by lovely blogger Meanz at http://koi-story.blogspot.com/2012/09/50-lulus-gift-card-giveaway.html. Good Luck.

Thanks Meanz for the awesome giveaway.  Love reading your blogs.

Fashion Ideas

 

Have you ever wake up and look at your wardrobe ending up don't know what to wear?

It happens to me every day.

My wardrobe is full of my four seasons clothes but somehow I just don't want to repeat the same style via the same clothes.

Whenever I ran out of ideas of how I can dress myself, I always search online for fashion ideas.

I usually copy the photos which I have similar clothes to and try to match my outfit as according to the model. 

The websites I look for fashion ideas are  http://www.coco-fashion.com/ and http://www.ministryofretail.com/

Check them out when you are free.