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I Do Not Love You

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I do not love you as if you were salt-rose, or topaz,
or the arrow of carnations the fire shoots off.
I love you as certain dark things are to be loved,
in secret, between the shadow and the soul.

I love you as the plant that never blooms
but carries in itself the light of hidden flowers;
thanks to your love the tight aroma that arose from the earth,
lives dimly in my body.

I love you without knowing how, or when, or from where.
I love you straightforwardly, without complexities or pride;
so I love you because I know no other way than this:
where I does not exist, nor you,
so close that your hand on my chest is my hand,
so close that your eyes close as I fall asleep.

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This is so beautiful.

Mad

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There are times when I feel like I want to pour my hearts out into words, but I can hardly do so. Sometimes, thoughts go by so fast, I didn’t have enough time to translate them into words. I can’t quite find the right words. I keep it all in my head. The writer’s block is so real, and just like unrequited love; the more you try to resist it, the more it happens. I try too hard to make something out of the obscure nothingness. I always do. I am afraid to speak. And there is really nothing worth saying sometimes.

I have forgotten how to feel. I made myself not feel.
What is the point of feeling so much and what does it bring me when I confront my feelings?
Again, nothing.

There is no passion and I do not long for anything. I fill the voids and pockets of time seeking excitement in life, to find meaning in nothing, to seek comfort in the unfathomable vacuum I have put myself in.
Because I have taught myself not to feel so much; be less in touch with feelings, be more in sync with reasons. Because I know I should keep things that people do not want to hear, and should not hear to myself.
And because there are so many things that you cannot tell anybody; and these are things that you sometimes have to hide from even yourself. You know they intimidate you.
How many of us are brave enough to always be wholly true to ourselves?

I miss being overwhelmed; like, in a way that I would totally forget to breathe if my body didn’t remind itself.

I want butterflies, I want somebody to drown me in a sea of passion, to hug me so tight it hurts but I’d still want more. To be pushed into a corner, to fear the uncertainties, to tremble in pleasure or terror. To have something to long for, something to look forward to, to see sparks. To be put on the edge, to talk, to have a really heated argument.

To feel. You reminded me that I need to feel something.
I want to implode, and then explode.

Really. Anything but this vast, cold, terrifying limbo.
Aren’t you afraid to lose me? Because I am afraid I’d lose myself.

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6 a.m. I am in my room, in the dark, eyes closed, cigarette in my left hand, Mad About You at maximum volume. And I am swaying to the music.
It’s all good.

But I know it will only be for a while.

I Started A Joke

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I started a joke which started the whole world crying
But I didn’t see that the joke was on me
I started to cry which started the whole world laughing
If I’d only seen that the joke was on me

I looked at the skies running my hands over my eyes
And I fell out of bed hurting my head from things that I said
‘Till I finally died which started the whole world living
Oh if I’d only seen that the joke was on me

The song of the moment – I Started A Joke by the Bee Gees.

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I turned 31 yesterday – there were no parties, no balloons, no countdowns – it was all quiet, but lovely. The thirty-first year of my life just silently crept up on me. It was a very strange birthday I had this year.

Two weeks ago, my first thought was to sneak away to Eastern Europe to spend my birthday with complete strangers from, I don’t know, a hostel? Dubrovnik in Croatia, Budapest in Hungary, Lviv in Ukraine, Moscow in Russia – I had sussed out what are the kind of people, food and sights to expect in each of these cities, talked to friends who’ve been there. But in the end, I changed my plans because of work obligations and a lack of courage. When people asked me what I wanted to do for my birthday, I would say I don’t know and even brush it off by saying things like “It’s just a birthday; it’s like every other day”. But I’m one of those annoying girls – those who would say nothing when there’s actually something.

The best thing I learnt on my birthday is – life is really easier when you don’t ask for much, when you have no expectations. The moment you start harbouring hopes for something, from someone, there’ll be a chance you’ll be disappointed. I don’t mean for this to come across as a depressing and pessimistic statement, I meant it as it is.

I spoke to Buttons over texts a few days back because I got acquainted with one of his ex-student while he was still teaching in ACS(I). The student had already graduated from law school and I suddenly realised that Buttons has been in Beijing for more than 4 years now. We laughed about how he still has my watch, but it’s alright because, his guitar is still with me. His dog passed away a few months back. And he also realised on the same night that I now have a nephew. He was impressed when I remember one of the composers he adored – Chen Qigang – and he had actually done a recording in his studio! So proud of him!

I ran into an old friend at a bar three nights ago and spent the evening talking to her, listened to what she’s been up to and had been through in the last ten years that I haven’t seen her. Her stories gave me strength, and I could almost feel that I leveled up a little after talking to her. Haha! *Sorry too much Pokemon Go*

And then there was Sim, my ex-staff who is currently touring Western Europe all alone now who would send me pictures and videos of her travels, stories about people she met, helping me travel vicariously.

Denys who would swing by every so often to just sit around at the cafe with me for multiple back-to-back cups of caffe latte (for me) and cappuccino (for him).

Ukulele lessons and random coffee sessions with the amazing Sharon.

Rachel and Sammi who are always looking out for me; they know all the right things to say and the right time to pass me a glass of whiskey on rocks.

I made a few new friends; all of which are amazing people and they all have interesting stories to share – of the tales of Knight Gawain and Dame Ragnelle, of a possibly-grand same-gender wedding in New Zealand that never happened, of the bell of happiness, of barter markets, of nail biting habits, of dragon kilns, of chasing passion vs the reality of getting a stable job, of dog whisperers, of promiscuous ex-girlfriends, of underground casinos in UK.

All these stories fascinated me when I least expected to be intrigued.

And through Buttons, I finally found out the title of that song I used to like but can never remember the title! It’s called Je l’aime a mourir. It’s freaking French, for the longest time, I kept thinking that it was Spanish!

I spent a lot more time with my parents, brother, sister-in-law and nephew. And it was really, really nice.

And I discovered Lang Leav, who writes the most heart-rending, gut-wrenching poems and proses about love and loss. There were many times when she was the one who puts me to sleep at night as I read her poems aloud, in my best poet voice. Hahaha!

A Dangerous Recipe
To love him
is something,
I hold highly
suspicious

Like having something,
so very delicious –
then being told,
to do the dishes

Just Friends
I know that I don’t own you,
and perhaps I never will,
so my anger when you’re with her,
I have no right to feel.

I know that you don’t owe me,
and I shouldn’t ask for more;
I shouldn’t feel so let down,
all the times when you don’t call.

What I feel – I shouldn’t show you,
so when you’re around I won’t;
I know I’ve no right to feel it –
but it doesn’t mean I don’t.

Lost And Found
A sunken chest,
on the ocean ground,
to never be found
was where he found me.

There he stirred,
my every thought, my every word,
so gently, so profoundly.

Now I am kept,
from dreams I dreamt,
when once I slept,
so soundly.

All Or Nothing
If you love me
for what you see,
only your eyes would be
in love with me.

If you love me
for what you’ve heard,
then you would love me
for my words.

If you love
my heart and mind,
then you would love me,
for all that I’m.

But if you don’t love
my every flaw,
then you mustn’t love me –
not at all.

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I have forgotten the last time I actually felt sad. Isn’t that swell?

Stage 4, going on 5.

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This is me.

3:30am, lying in my own bed, still feeling a little intoxicated from the couple of glasses of red wine and good company I had a couple of hours ago. Last time I checked, I was still feeling all perked up and chirpy, but it almost always changes for the worse in the wee hours when I’m at home all alone. The soft crackling of the thunder is really not helping at all.

Today, a friend asked me what is my biggest fear. She said she’s afraid of being mediocre, and is afraid of boredom. To be honest, I don’t mind being just an average plain Jane; I just want to be a happy plain Jane. My biggest fear is to know that I am all alone – not alone physically per se, but when there is no one to count on, no one to turn to, no one to share my life with. I guess I’m a people person? The idea of being all by myself just really scares me.

People asked me if I’m doing alright. I appreciate all that love man. But somedays, I really just prefer to spend time talking to strangers I don’t know so they won’t ask me whether I’m doing fine.

I really am okay – sometimes not so good, but most times, I’m really doing fine. I just have to keep myself occupied and not come home too early to brood over problems I cannot solve and dwell in self-pity. Dad and Mom has been very loving and supportive. I took the opportunity to catch up with old friends, made a few new friends, picked up a new hobby, and am looking at enriching myself with even more new activities that I think might interest me. I’m digging deep, trying to find that inner strength to be fucking strong and to kick butt again.

Perhaps it is not always good to be an open book, and to be so open about my life on the internet. Someone told me that my thoughts sometimes do influence people – like when I got married to a girl, I gave hope to some people, and when I show that I have problems in my life, it will also mean something to people who look to me as a source of encouragement.

I have needs. I have desires. I crave for love. I crave for people who understands me. I seek understanding and I am drawn to people who are on the same page as me. I am only human. I have been like this, airing my (clean and) dirty laundry since 2007. It is just my way of coping, my way of letting out steam. I know it can be selfish to people around me sometimes, but this is me.

Some days, I just want to sleep in all day. Some days, I feel like I can rock the world, party until my pants drop and drink all the wine on the table. Today, I feel like I just want to spit a little bit of that unhappiness out onto the internet.

Some nights, I thought I understand. Some nights, I really don’t know what the fuck all this is. Tonight, I am scared and confused, I feel forsaken and this is not a good feeling. I don’t know how long I can last. Once all that clothes go into my wardrobe, it’s going to be hard to put them back into the suitcase again.

Another

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In the season of alonedom, lonely hearts gather;
fearfully, innately, with each other as they falter.
Some seek a shoulder, some, a pair of open arms,
but me, a pursuit, to rekindle my charms.
We search for answers from stories others tell,
but alas, wilting hearts,
equal love’s like universe in parallel.

– – –

With both hands empty and her heart full, the girl made a promise:
to love and comfort me – and at times, visit me in the abyss,
to honor and keep me – though, in ways I may not comprehend,
in sickness and in health, but not in times my ego swells,
for richer and for poorer; on the crowded carousel,
for better or for worse; but principles come first.
“The wounds you have, only you can nurse.”
The void emanates and now us in a frenzy.
Her hands now full and my heart, empty.

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Dr. Bags

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I believe we all have obsessions. And my greatest obsession and guilty pleasure would be BAGS! The idea of getting a new luxury bag always thrills me. And as we all know, these little arm candies often come with a hefty price tag. So I am one of those ridiculous girls who would shield my bag (instead of my head) when I am caught in the rain. Hahaha!

I recently got acquainted with Esther from Dr Bags.com. Esther happened to be an old friend from my university days, and it was really nice catching up on the old days, and also a pleasure to listen to Esther and her partner Lin speak so passionately about what they offer at Dr Bags.

I immediately displayed the Céline Trapeze Bag which I have recently swopped on Carousell to them, complaining about how there are small flaws on the bag which I have missed out on during the swop. Imagine my excitement when Esther and Lin said that those are just small problems which can be easily fixed! *grins*

Before I go on and on about how our afternoon chat about all things bags went, I want to share with you everything I know about Dr Bags.

Dr Bags has four locations all over the island; United Square, Katong V, MyVillage at Serangoon Gardens and 100AM at Tanjong Pagar. Under the leadership of their main man, whom they affectionately calls Oppa, the dedicated team does everything from cleansing of bags, protection of bags, and re-colouring / revitalizing of the colour of your leather bags.

PURIFY. CLEANSE.

CLEANING
Dr. Bags DEEP CLEANSE Regime

Dr. Bags recognizes the needs to luxury bag owners – to clean, sanitize and protect your well-loved items with the safest chemicals and gentlest of techniques.

At Dr. Bags, your bags are in safe hands. Dr. Bags DeepCleanse Regime lifts off dirt, grime and bacteria off your prized luxury handbags, shoes and wallets using only the gentlest of specialized chemicals imported from Korea and USA. Your items will be 100% hygienic and primed for your next use!

PROTECT. DEFEND.

Dr. Bags SUPERDEFENSE HP COATING

Their five-pronged SUPERDEFENSE shield, the High Performance Coating ensures your bags, wallets and shoes are well guarded against moisture, fungus, discolourations and oxidization for up to eight months.

AN INVISIBLE BARRIER

TRANSPARENT COATING (T-COATING) – A thin, invisible layer that protects leathers against colours transference.

LASTING. WATERPROOF PROTECTION

A water-resistant layered upon your bags and shoes to help repel water and minimize stains caused by water damage.

COLOUR. REVITALIZE.

RENEW YOUR LOOK

Luxury bags, leather shoes and wallets are often made with the highest level of workmanship and wuality materials. However, most bags and shoes inevitable get discoloured, stained or scratched over time.

Dr. Bags offers quality colour touch-up and full colouring services to help revitalized and revive the look of old, worm-out or seasoned bags and shoes. With a fresh new coat, your bag enjoys a second lease of life.

[Read up more about the different services and view more Before/After pictures on their website]

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I was exceptionally stoked about the re-colouring technique because I have a pair of white Prada booties that have turned into a disgusting shade of yellow over the years.

Look at how clean and white it used to be:

Dr Bags offer a huge array of colours for me to choose from. And because my shoes are currently white, I can basically choose any of the colours I want.

After some thoughts, I decided to go with black (I’M SO NOT ADVENTUROUS, I KNOW! HAHA!)

I really don’t want to keep you in suspense. So this is how my brand new boots look like now!

Apart from the white boots, I also lugged all of my other bags that needed help to Dr Bags!

This is the Céline Trapeze Bag which I have recently swopped. The “fillings” (Sorry, I’m in the food industry and I cannot find a better word to describe this lol) in the bag’s handle has shifted and one part of the handle is now limp and flat. I think this is one of the biggest issue among all the bags I have brought that day; because it requires unstitching, re-filling, and stitching back. And after all that, they still have to make sure that the bag handle looks “untouched”. Major operation.

Here’s the BEFORE:

They also told me that this bag has also previously been re-coloured somewhere else. But look at how bad and blotchy the work was. Dr Bags has offered to do a complete re-colouring for me to get rid of the uneven colours!

Look at the miracles performed!

It’s a pity though, that the leather handle has already been in a bad shape for quite a while so the creases on the leather cannot be undone. 😦

The white on the leather is also much, much more even compared to before where it was peeling.

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Through re-colouring, they have also injected a new lease of life into my 7-year-old Bally bag; from that dull brown…

to a fresh new black!

They have also added protection coatings on all of the bags I brought down using the latest Korean technology. And with that, it means my bags and shoes will be well guarded against moisture, fungus, discolourations and oxidation for up to eight months! There is also an invisible barrier which will prevent colour transference – I can imagine how this would work fabulously on white and other light-coloured leather bags because those are the ones that always suffer from colour transference.

My Bally bag looked just like it came out of a boutique after the little “spa treatment” it received! I really love the new sheen of brightness it has now! Just scroll back up and look at how it was like before the treatments!

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Apart from these, Dr Bags can also fix smaller issues like frays on your bags’ handles?
From this:

to this:

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If you are also someone who looks after your luxury leather goods, and you are looking for a suitable place to get all the cleaning, colour re-touching and weather proofing done, you can check out Dr. Bags as they are currently having some exciting promotions!

DR BAGS GREAT SINGAPORE SALE PROMOTION
1st June 2016 – 31st JULY 2016

Enjoy the Clean & Protect Package at $199 (usual price $250)

This promotion is limited to bag items only, and only valid for one redemption per customer.
Do also call before you head down as the management reserves right to amend any T&Cs without prior notice.

And since most of the customers are ladies (Ok, I really don’t know this but I’m just guessing! Hahahaha!) Dr Bags is having a year-long collaboration with DBS Woman’s Card.

Promotion valid from 1st April 2016 – 31st March 2017

In case you can’t clearly read what’s in the poster I’ve attached above, here’s what is in store for you if you are a DBS Woman’s Card holder –

1. 10% off HP Coating (usual price $150)
2. 10% off ColourPro Touchup services (usual price $80 – $150)
3. Enjoy a complimentary Colourrpo Touchup service when you spend $299 and above*

* Limited to one spot no larger than a 50-cent coin and limited to 2 small corners of the bag; no larger than a 20-cent coin.

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Check out Dr Bags Promotions Page or Facebook Page for more ongoing promotions and news!

Ageless Beauty

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I went home yesterday. I do feel guilty about not being home as often as I should be.

I miss my Dad, but sometimes it’s hard to tell him and it takes effort to keep any relationship going; even kinship. So I always take the easy way out, by shoving the guilt into a small corner of my brain and try not to think about it. I wish I could make my parents happier.

Last night was a night of self-discovery. I took my old diaries out and I started reading them again.

It started from a little exercise book where I’d write the Buddha names repeatedly. My parents weren’t always with me when I was growing up. And in my most impressionable years, I spent most time with my grandparents, aunties and uncles.

I remember a beautiful story my aunt once told me.
From the moment we were born, a new lotus flower also appears in heaven. Each flower represents a person on earth. In our short lifetime in this world, we need to do good. And every single time we do a good deed, a drop of water gets dropped into your own lotus flower. And if, by the time you pass, your lotus flower is big enough for you to sit in it, you can go to heaven.

I think it’s her way of teaching the 5, 6 year old me the importance of being kind, and the concept of Cause and Effect. It left a deep impression. And till today, I still believe that we all have a space in heaven, as long as we do good, and it is regardless of religion.

The first time I celebrated my birthday with my friends in Primary 6. Isn’t it funny how 50 bucks can make a 12-year-old so happy? I swear I felt like I was the richest person in the world. Back in those days when a packet of Mamee was only 30 cents, I could throw a HUGE junk food and soft drinks party with my classmates with 50 dollars. :p

It was really weird travelling back in time. In diaries, there were no self-censorship. And for a while, I forgot that it is already 2016. And I could really relive every moment I described so vividly in those books. How I was afraid to go out alone with a boy when I was in secondary school, how that boy waited for me after cross-country run and asked me out but I chickened out. The first time I kissed, and I even described what it tasted like and what the air smelled like while it happened. (I was at my secondary school “boyfriend’s” house and his grandmother was cooking dinner, so my first kiss smelled pretty much like fried vegetables.) For a while, I felt like that same 15 year old Peggy.

My first serious boyfriend who is also my second-cousin. My parent were not very happy that we got together because I was still quite young and he is family afterall. But the feelings we had were so pure and so innocent.

It was pretty simple back then, and I really do miss that easily contented person that I was. There weren’t much expectations and small things made us happy. There were movie stubs that were already all faded out (I could still see that the movie was Dark Waters though). 21st December.

It was really strange how reading things that I wrote more than a decade back can actually momentarily bring me back in time. And it’s amazing seeing how every event has shaped me into the me today. The different people I was close at at different points in my life.They all had an effect on me.

I think it will be strange reading my blogs again 20 years down the road.

So much could have changed and my life would have been totally different if I had made different choices back then. Do you ever wonder how different your life would be if you walked down a different path in the past?

It was an interesting night spent taking a walk down memory lane. And I can’t believe how fast time flew by. I realised that fundamentally, I am still the same person. I’d also like to believe that every single relationship I’ve been has taught me a lesson, and made me a better person for the next. Since 17 years old, I have always been afraid of being alone. As much as there are things one wants to change, if you are born like that, you’re probably never going to be able to change it. All you can do is just suppress it, and be unhappy while you’re doing it.

The One is probably just an urban legend. And romance is always fleeting. It has to be something beyond love. Just like the movie stub cycle, we just have to learn to appreciate what we have, and hopefully as we all constantly grow and change, our loved ones are also changing and evolving in a way that is still compatible with us.

This was what falling in love felt like.

Loneliness x Solitude

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Loneliness
Loneliness is a painful, negative state. It is where we feel alone, and cut off and estranged from other people. Thus, we may feel as if we are excluded, unwanted, unimportant or unnoticed. We can be surrounded by people we know and love and still experience feelings of intense loneliness. Loneliness feels like punishment or rejection. It is rooted in a sense of deficiency or inadequacy. It is something that depletes us, and is imposed on us. Loneliness can lead to self rejection, and even to self loathing and despair.

Solitude
Solitude is a positive state. It is where we are perfectly happy to be by ourselves, and relish and enjoy our own company. Solitude can help us get in touch with, or engage with, our true self. It allows us to reflect on ourselves, others, our life, and our future. Often, solitude is a springboard to greater self-awareness, greater creativity, fresh insights, and new growth. Solitude is something we choose. It is something that restores and builds us up.

Solitude grounds us in who we are – and that enables us to reach out and give to others.

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You cannot be lonely if you like the person you’re alone with.

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My Love For Cheryl W

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My journey with Cheryl W start in March when my dear friend Cheryl contacted me and invited me to try out some of her new Wellness and Weight Management treatments. Located at Ngee Ann City Tower B, my first impression of Cheryl W was “Wow, gorgeous decor and super convenient location!”

Cheryl W, founded by Cheryl Wee, stands for Wellness & Weight Management for the young modern independent women. It aims to promote positive wellness & weight management lifestyle. Through this brand, Cheryl Wee shares her years of personal experience battling with weight management problems and how she overcome it. So at Cheryl W, there are no fad diets or extreme treatments, but they bring forth a more holistic and “from within” kind of approach when it comes to health and weight management.

All around the beautiful Cheryl W, there are little encouragement posters, and also many coffee table books about eating well and eating clean among other books to encourage looking healthy, rather than just being ahem.. thin and feeble. :p You know, strong is the new skinny.

I have been visiting Cheryl W for slightly more than 2 months now, and I always look forward to my next Cheryl W experience. Apart from the super nice consultants who are always so friendly and welcoming (especially you, Connie! *waves*), the place itself makes me feel relaxed and at-ease the moment I step in.

A typical visit to Cheryl W would comprise of two treatments and also a short me-time (I totally enjoy the me-time, to be honest haha!) in the many private steam rooms that they have. Of course, at your first visit, one of the professional consultants will do an analysis for your body type, take some measurements, and also have a short talk with you to find out more about your dietary, exercise and lifestyle habits. The kind of treatments you will receive will then be fully customised and personalised based on individual needs.

The interiors are simple but very comfortable to be in. For the last 6 visits with Cheryl W, I have tried several machines and treatments; from detox wraps to cold wraps, to machines and scrubs. Every visit is always a surprise and it never gets mundane around here. :p

My favourite so far is the Acupressure Lymphatic Activation Massage, Thermal Blanket which really works well on days when my water-retention is just crazy and the Customised Fat Buster Treatment which is warm and nice but right after, you’ll feel as if you’ve just finished a serious work out! I later learnt that being in the thermal blanket for 30 minutes equates to 1 hour of non-stop exercise, or about 300 calories burnt! Poof! Beat that! Haha!

The body scrub and steam bath rooms are also awesome because it helps to draw out toxins and water retention from the body. So with better blood circulation and the promotion of the growth of new skin cells, my skin always feels more hydrated and smooth after I’m done with treatments!

Cheryl W also has her own line of signature drinks that are so, so yummy!

You can read more about each both them here.

My favourite has got to be Flush because I think it’s a great Detox drink and I personally really believe that cleaning from the inside is the first step to help the body absorb vital nutrients better. It’s like plum flavour and super tasty as well! :p

I have enough privacy to camwhore here. Hurhur!

Cheryl has also came up with a discount code for all of my readers!

(THANK YOU CHERYL! Love.)

Click here to enjoy THREE sessions of Signature Royal Flush Body Treatment for only $68! This is really my favourite treatment and it is also the winner of Best Detoxifying Treatment for HerWorld Magazine!

For all SIXPEGS readers, with that link, you will also receive 3 sessions of body wraps and a complimentary door gift worth $200 (I pray for you that it’s the Flush drink ok! Because it’s really very good! Haha!)

That’s all from me for now! Till next time!
And see you at Cheryl W! ❤

Good Health Starts from Within

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We all run into dirty situations on a daily basis; dishes in the sink that you’re too lazy to do, the makeup brush that you haven’t washed for (erm..) quite a while now, that mirror that can afford to be a little brighter and cleaner with some dusting.

I am a self-proclaimed lazybones. Unless I know I’m going to have a guest soon, my desk will almost be in constant clutter. I am guilty.

My latest cleaning obsession, however, is trying to clean the insides of me. I know that sounds really bizarre at first. Haha! I’m just trying to eat clean, drink clean and try to lead a healthier lifestyle.

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I am tasked to raise awareness the importance of using premium petrol to help defend our cars’ engine against gunk and corrosion. I honestly cannot think of a better way to illustrate the relevance between eating clean to maintain good health, and using premium performance fuels to keep your cars’ engines in tip top condition.

Because your health is just like your car’s engine, people!

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Garlic contains high amounts of vitamin C which helps to support our immune system and live. High in antioxidants, it helps fight the free radicals in the bloodstream that are responsible for some effects of aging and certain kinds of cancer. Raw garlic is also a natural remedy for keeping the colds and flus at bay. Although this packet of delicious freeze dried garlic gives me bad breath (haha!), it works like magic to help shorten the duration of my flus.

SHELL V-Power Nitro+ also has the “garlic” in it, if you get my drift. :p That is, their formulation to prevent the build-up of power-robbing inlet valve deposits and helps remove gunk that have been left behind by other lower quality fuels!

Shell has more than a CENTURY of experience in fuels development and they have approximately 120 fuels scientists and specialists across the globe working on fuels innovation, development and product implementation to constantly push the boundaries of excellence. (By the way, their scientists are really cool. Trust me, I’ve met one before!)

We all know we need to clean up and detox well before our body can start taking in the nutrients we’re giving it.

Blueberries aren’t called superfood for nothing because the health benefits they offer go on and on. Apart from helping to prevent heart diseases, urinal tract infections, and maintain brain function and improve memory, blueberries also have anti-diabetic effects!

And we all know a good source of fibre to prevent weight gain and some cancers, and most importantly, improve our digestive health.

I personally do not wish to be caught in any dirty situation that is related to my intake of fibre, if you know what I mean. Haha!

Shell V-Power Nitro+ is designed to give your car a cleaning and keep up with the good health of the car’s engine by cleaning up the gunk in there and making sure there will no longer be unwanted deposits that are usually left behind by the non-premium fuels! And all these done while protecting your car’s engine! This specially formulated fuel is designed to form a protective film on metal surfaces of key components in your car, decreasing the corrosion rate of your car’s precision fuel system. And only with a cleaner system, can your car’s engine breathe easily and burn fuel completely, thus restoring the engine’s performance with every refill! And over a prolonged period of time, your car will be “healthy” and it will increase the longevity of your car’s engine! (Think of all the money you’ll be able to safe in the long run. Same thing goes for why we need to love our bodies more while we can!)

You are what you eat. The same thing goes for your car.

As much as I am always tempted by the oh-so-sinful-but-good greasy food (which is usually cheaper too, by the way), I am convinced that it makes more sense to think for my health long term and stick to a low fat, low sugar and low sodium diet! *fighting*

So love your car and start treating it well with a high quality fuel (like SHELL V-Power Nitro+ hehe!) to give the engine longevity and make the best out of every cent spent on petrol because your engine will be able to burn every drop more efficiently!

To learn more about SHELL V-Power Nitro+, you can also head over to my previous blog post about the fuel and see the results of the little experiment I carried out with SHELL V-Power Nitro+ and other regular fuels!

Cheers to a cleaner body, a cleaner car engine!

For more information on how Shell V-Power Nitro+ can help to keep your engine free of gunk and corrosion, visit this site!