#41 - The One with Good Friday

Hei! Blessed Friday! Today was a really restful day for me and my family. Not only did we sleep in and ate our meals at home but we also spent most of our day together. (talk about not leaving the house like, ever.) We just talked about current issues happening in the world today and how truly blessed we are to have someone we can count our lives on.

I mean there have been so many unfortunate events which nobody deserves to be facing with and death is one of them. My heart is saddened whenever I flip on the TV and watch the news as lives are lost, families in mourning, countries at war; and the list goes on.

As world events happen around me, I am grateful and blessed that someone has already died for me so that I can be safe, protected, healthy, happy.... I believe that Jesus will heal broken hearts, protect lives and be a companion to the lonely :)

If you're reading this, know that Jesus loves you forever no matter what you've done or what you're doing now. You are His beloved child and because He has already taken your place at the cross, you don't have to. Whoever He is, whatever He has, is YOURS.

Be blessed, x.

#40 - miniBEAUTY

I bought a few beauty products in the recent months which I've been meaning to share. Disclaimer: All products are bought with my own money. 

Maybelline's Dream Matte Powder

SilkyGirl's Skin Perfect CC 2-Way Foundation

Maybelline's Dream Liquid Mousse with AirBrush Finish

Maybelline's Clean Express Miracle Oil-Gel
Maybelline's Clean Express Total Clean!

Essence Eyebrow Style Kit

Revlon's COLORBURST Matte Balm
Revlon's Super Lustrous Lip Gloss

Revlon's Nail Enamel
Revlon's chroma chameleon Nail Enamel
sasatinnie Sugary Heart Nail Color

I really love Revlon's COLORBURST line and I've recently been using the matte balm whenever I'm out. I use it in combination with the lip-gloss and it becomes this pretty coral color that goes well with a darker shade on my eyes. I've also been loving Aquamarine on my nails because of how it changes into a metallic purple shade under different lighting and with a different perspective. Together with the Aquamarine, I paint Lily on top of a black coat on my ring finger. What are your faves?

Thanks for reading, x.

#39 - Did you say food?

Yknow, after taking my last paper, I somehow don't get the feeling that I am on a holiday. I mean, I sleep in late and wake up when the sun has risen past the buildings but I don't feel free. I figure it's because I have interviews coming and meetings for FYP thus the feels. Anyhoo, I really miss Tiong Bahru and all the great spots that are so picture perfect. oh, not to mention the FOOD; 'cos like helloooo when you're Singaporean, food is essential and food is life. Here's part II of the trip!

Books Actually
No. 9 Yong Siak Street, Tiong Bahru

Tiong Bahru Market
83 Seng Poh Rd
the place of feasting for local food - Hokkien Mee, Lor Mee, Chwee Kueh, Rojak, Fishball Noodles & more

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Thanks for reading, x

#38 - District Hipster

It was a workout - both physically and on my tummy. We tried to explore Tiong Bahru where it is said to be the home ground for hipsters, non-mainstream decor and good food. (the important word to note here is TRIED. I bet you missed that.) Stepping out of Tiong Bahru Plaza and about a 3 minute walk, I started seeing buildings from the past. Not more than 3 storey buildings greeted us amongst the construction of high-risers and then I couldn't put down my camera. It's hard to believe sometimes that these places still exist in Singapore and it would be a shame if our future generation don't get to see it.

Old letterboxes.
I wonder how the post man slots the letters into them.

OOTD: Devout
Top: H&M
Tote Bag: Cotton On (gift)
Necklace, Bracelets, Jeans: New Look

The Dispensary69 Tiong Bahru Road Singapore 168723
Opening Hours: Tues to Thurs, 10am-10pm
Fun fact: It used to be a Chinese Medicine Hall

 

Drips Bakery Cafe82 Tiong Poh Road, #01-05 Singapore 160082
Opening Hours:
Sun to Thurs, 11am-930pm
Fri and Sat, 11am-11pm

Banana Chocolate Tart
It was really gooood. It was the birthday cake for my dad :)

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Thanks for reading, x.

(Part II coming soon.)

#37 - Production Week

Rising Tide - See What I Mean

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 So I have successfully got over all the shows for my production and it all happened so quickly. It feels good to have watched the fruit of our labor and receive compliments for it. I've also attended other shows from different productions and took photos. I think there is no better show from another production because each person's perspective is different therefore what they receive/perceive vary. So what I find good, others may not. Anywho, I felt that everyone did a great job and we all got through one of the toughest modules as a cohort (:

Thank you for reading, x

#36 - Backstage

Hey! So I've got 20 minutes to get this post done and one minute has passed just from typing this line. (Idk why its so hard to type just this line.) Just in case, you're wondering why, I'll be going off for my duty at Esplanade which will lasts for 3 hours. Oh well, a free show to watch so why not.

So a while back, I went to Resorts World Sentosa for a backstage tour of the theatre and I was so amazed at the architecture and how BIG the interior was. The facade looks small for a theatre but who knew they had levels after levels with so many departments. We weren't allowed to post photos online so I didn't snap any but I did take some shots after the tour. If you didn't already know, I had to take photos of my class to market our production and I brought my camera just for fun. The bunch of us then walked/skated back to the mall using the boardwalk. (Ok, 6 minutes passed)

Hey it's me. Thanks to Julia for taking this!

The other kids.

Delia and Inri

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I tried using one leg to step on the penny and it was SO UNSTABLE. I thought I had it in me to lift the other leg to step on the board but.....(5 minutes left. WHAT?! NO) I guess I'll leave it for another time until I can truly master the board will I go about skating.

On another note, have you guys seen the new Lucas' Films building at One North?! Is it amazing or AMAZING? Whether or not you hate it, you can't deny how beautiful it is. I was telling my mum that maybe I should go to that place to do my internship. Should I? (2 mins!)

On another another note, follow my production @D24_Productions on Instagram to see my jump shot or use the hashtag #d24instacountdown :)

As always, thanks for reading! x (Ok, 1 minute left. prolly the upload will take a minute so by the time this gets live, I would have successfully made use of 20 mins of my time efficiently and fruitfully.Okay bye!)

#35 - the first shoot of the year

Hey! Happy New Year! I'm 8 days late but it's okay right? (Since we're still in the first month of the year.) Wow, it's my first post and it's been almost a year since I'd started blogging in March and posting photos in April. Unlike a resolution, my wish is for this blog to grow in terms of the readership and I think it's not too big a wish right? hehe

Just 8 days into the year and I feel like I'm getting more and more busy. It's as if everything is on a tight schedule and every single time it reaches 4/5pm, I'll start to feel really tired and I'll end up sleeping on the couch. Then I'll wake up for dinner before going straight into finishing my school work and then going to sleep just to wake up the next day to repeat the cycle. Don't you feel that when you start to do something over and over again it drains you out? There's this lack of motivation? I start to think how I wish I had a PA. It could be just cos I'm still in the 'holiday' mood and I haven't boarded the train. I guess this is the part where I tell you that it is time to get back on board this train because there are so many things waiting and planned out for me. It's just the start of the year and the past few days in school has brought joy to me because I get to take pictures. Not only that, I get complimented for them which is always a good thing. Just yesterday, I had a field trip to MBS. (for international readers, MBS stands for Marina Bay Sands which are the 3 iconic towers overlooking the sea where the Central Business District can also be seen.) After we were done with lessons, I get to take pictures of some of my friends. && can I just mention that I love it when people are enthusiastic to allow me to take a picture so I'm really glad that I'm surrounded with friends like that! (:

Here are some shots:

Julia

The clique!
Jo'ssy | Julia | Indah | Chermaine

Jo'ssy and her favourite durian!

The clique - Candid

I've always thought that shooting out in the noon sun was a bad thing 'cos photos would look overexposed but I was proven wrong. It turned out pretty good and this has taught me that I should be more 'open-minded' about photography. It's not always about what I've learnt about taking the best photos but it's truly about capturing the right moment. May I also add that actually a lot of other factors contributes to a good shot. The model, the atmosphere, the comfort, the chemistry +++

Yes there are many other better photographers than me and within such a saturated market, I wonder where do I fit in? But spending time on the word has taught me that it's not about what I can see that determines my circumstance even though I think about it sometimes. It's about the belief that my life will be in my favor because it will be guided by God through his never-ending grace and goodness.

So before I end this post, can I just challenge you/whoever you are who is reading to think positive because when you do, you emit positive vibes! Speak good into your life today (:

As always, thank you for reading x

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