Different country, Different culture. It's True!

Duck - Dog talk? Ya, if you never communicate to the people of that particular country, it can be frustrating!

In the process of setting up Potpots.com, I learn that communication is really an ART!
Internet and boardband are greatest tool on earth, as far as, speedy commuication is concerned. We got in contact with different people around the world to help us in setting up this business.

Yes, people from these places are really friendly. I can feel it. But the speed of work is hintered by the words and language we used. It takes time to understand them and then work in their styles. So I did a lot of cut and paste picture, writing really short sentense, speaking in broken English... Ironically, Potpots is the boss (paying) and yet, we have to drive in vendor's direction...
Well, really not much of a choice when you want to finish things faster. We call that "begin with the end in Mind" :)

Oh no no.. I am not complainting. That's not my style :P What I really want to remember here is people are positive and helpful by nature. Challenges might make our turn away. Perhaps we should put the other party before us, read it from another prospectives! This may turn challenges into solutions. Do not be afraid of being the one of less advantage, as long as you can reach your objectives.

Cheers! Skillful management of relationship speed up work.

五月天演唱会－第一天变第二天？？

昨天听了ｃｕｓｔｏｍｅｒ　Ｌｉｎｇ说五月天演唱会加演一场，便到Ｓｉｓｔｉｃ网站看看究竟。　
一看就有点‘火’！

我们是在２月的时候就预购了门票。演唱会是定在２９／８（星期六）。昨天看了加演那场的日期，为何是在２８／８（星期五）！变成早买的人看最后？？？是我们笨吗？？　天理何在啊。。。！！！

唱：“但是又何奈。。。。”　＄已经付了，票也拿，不能斟样了。。。

如果你是我，你也会有点不快的，　对嘛？

1st time at Fitness@Work

Yesterday was my first time at this Fitness@Work program. Its a program to bring sports nearer to heartlanders, and of course, to encourage more people to move their body!
Actually it has been conducting for more than a year in AMK... and I did not have a chance to go till yesterday :p

The program is very well done and fun! We do body combat in the first half and 2nd half, hi-low aerobics. I strongly encourage everyone to go!
It has been a long time I do this kind of class. Hmmm... I am still ok, except for some mistake here and there. Luckily I am still able to understand the ques, listen to the tempo of the music and do my action in proper. Those that I learnt years ago in aerobics instructor class has come back to me :)

Sad to hear from those regulars that classes finishing soon on the 29th June. Not enough people. They aimed for 100people, then the class will continue here in AMK central, but less than that turn up. This means that people are not exercising still!

By the way, new standard from MOH:
Exercise more than 30minutes for at least 5 days a week.

The reason for this is, we are eating too much, and the food we eat have too much seasoning! Therefore, once eaten, needs to exhaust. If not, you will get unhealthy in a long term!

I seriously hope that more people can achieve that standard.... though I know its not easy task.

Jia you! Ganbate!

I went to watch Aaron Kwok Concert!

是一场很有Showmenship 的演唱会！

星期五那天还在想要不要去看。。。。。。 想不到珍在星期六，7点 到了可电话说把票给我们！ Mad rush... 为了看这场演唱会，我们连晚餐也只是咬了面包， 就跑了！

到了indoor, 已经错过了前15分钟的开场show。。。。 浪费嘞！
不过还好啦，下来更棒！！！！
那个有世界建力士纪录的舞台真的是如同所说的‘超炫’！！！

每个表演环节都是给我们不同的惊喜！ 可以说是我看得最棒的演唱会了。

说到歌迷， 年龄真的差据任无法阻担他们的热情！40 来岁的uncle 还比我们high, 喊“我也爱你”也不必那年轻的小声 ;) 城城说的对， 他的歌迷是“家庭式”的 - 爸，妈和孩子。 毕竟，他也是在演艺圈里打拼了二十年了。。。Times fly。。。

城城 的Stamina 是我们所佩服的 （身材不用说啦！呵 ；）） 唱跳到1140pm也，不容易。 上次看张学友也是大概唱到这个时间。

Its really worth scarifying our dinner for this concert! Cheers!

Constant Grow II

Speed up!!!! Speed up!!!!

Speed is what I need now!

Having to see so many clients and friends coming to me for skin solution, I have finally found some good organic treatment products that can give good solution for them.

Preparing to launch in Mid May, Potpots.com will be 'live'. Currently one range of fresh made mask is available for purchases. Its very good for people whom want instant result as ingredients are fresh! As website not up yet, its house at Potpots Blog. Do check it out :D
Thanks to all that have started using and felt the goodness :) Please drop me notes there!


That's why not much update on my blog recently as very busy doing all the neccessary ground work. Nothing is simple but I know in the end, I will get there!

Run, Run, Run...

Its a brand new world in Sports and Massage

Finally finishes my sport massage course with Singapore Sports Council. Knew a brand new group of friends whom are very sports orientated.. some are from the Singapore Team and some even take part in Iron Man events before! Amazing!!

I have learnt alot from them and most importantly, learn a lot from the course.
All the joints, tension, muscle groups... I have known how to tag them on better and provide a speedy recovery for sportsmen and help release tension for those whom needs them.

Now I have regular attachments to sports events whenever SSC needs people. Its fun and I am proud that I can be a giver :)

Oh... massage by the sea of East Coast Park. Actually not bad, you go join the event and get free massage from me and my classmates. Event: Safra Bilarathon (swim and run)



I look forward to more events of such :)

Nature never fail to 'WOW' me....

Recent encounters of many natural phenomenon in Singapore and overseas makes me want to preserve it more :)

UP RIGHT: The big rainbow that can be seen island wide in Singapore. UP LEFT: Flowers from Angsana Trees can be scented from my house
Down RIGHT: Sunset at Utaru Sea of Japan, Hokkaido Down LEFT:Blue Sky Farmland at Aomori, Japan

Take a look up, it can help release the tension that you might be facing :)

Love is in the air - 2009! Valentine's Day

While we are all preparing for Mr Ox coming into a bull run year, it seems that Valentine's Day is also just around the corner :)

This year, shower love and concern during Valentine's Day to your love ones becomes more important any others. WHY? There are too many 'hard' concerns on the economy and jobs etc... Stress level is pretty high in most people but most do not show.... In times like this, nothing compare getting from your love ones words of morale support and love. And I believe this is the only way to 'melt' those stress away.

I will be continuing my Valentine's Day bouquet gift pack this year.
Limited to 50 sets for the eve and Valentine's day delivery and collection.
What is so special? Other than the roses (which cannot be shelved aside during V day), I have imported from US a limited edition spa set consisting a nice smelling Fruity GrapeSeed scrub and a Moisture Souffle.
Plus if you are looking into surprise delivery at the hard to reach area at specific timming, I will be able to assist.
........... More information at Love & Happiness Clinic.....................

Constant grow

Have been very busy doing R & D with my new freshly made mask which are going to be commercialised soon. Truely made in Singapore for those whom have stay in Singapore like weather for the longest time :)

Its a wonderful pcs of mask that will help many in one way or another ( I strongly believe ). With no preservatives, all natural good ingredients, this is one good way to natural skin healing :)

I am super excited with the great feedback from most of my clients, and so glad that I can made myself helpful.

I used to walk.. now I have to run or rather will be running for this project.

Cheers to natural healing!

Too many events for the few months

wow wow wow... too much of events happening around in Singapore and overseas for me...I am like slowing down in writing.

What happened?

Have to backdate to E/Sept...

Singapore ever 1st F1 race.

Got a free tix to sit near the bend at the floating stage. It was really a very fantastic experience. It was one of the most beautiful night in Singapore. With millions of eyes on this small little island of ours... I am indeed PROUD!!
We were moving around the Esplande. In fact, this was the very first time I spend so much time around there... beautiful!

This is where I sit.. good view, but super noisy!This is where I learn the true meaning of NOISY, NOISE POLLUTION etc. No joke! Sitting there for 45 minutes, with the loud speaker (commentary) and speedy cars zooming off... its the most noisy minutes of my life!

Nevertheless, we had good times! Most importantly, many whom came feels that its better than those with proper race track. After all, they can hang around, get their beers and food and enjoy the night scenery.

I will be there next year, with my family, for sure! But a walkaround tix is good enough to bring joy, plus gives you flexibility to walk around and enjoy the race from different angles! And, escape from the noise at times.

Then .... B/Oct....

HK friends' visit! 正所谓"有朋自远方来，不亦乐乎！！！
Its been years since I see Alan and Windy!
Of course, we have to play good host. In fact, I am a bit stress...hee...ya, home ground supposed to be able to plan better. I realised many places in Singapore I have not really explore for a long time.
We went Night Safrai. It was a rainy night in the rain forest. Still we are able to see many animals active.... consider quite lucky! Oh, over there, we try DR FISH... Good experience! Its the first time for all of us :D


Alan requested for Sentosa. Hee.. I am more than happy to bring them there of course!!! Ant is another happy person to hear that as there are many attractions, he had never been (oops are we singaporean :P) Before that, we bring them for 'lor mee' at Amoy St Market. Fantastic choice as Hong Kong do not have that!

Hmm... after their visit, I think I need to brush up my knowledge on Singapore.. the place I called my home :D

Still events... Mid Oct...

Japan Autumn Trip!
Beautiful... Ki - lei... Sibarashi!!!...
This time is to Matsumoto. Leaves can be so beautiful too.. colours are so rich!


Very fun and cool weather!












Looking forward to the season of giving in Dec.
Xmas buzz....

Cheers to Xmas :D

Acquisition makes ones a many millionaire!

Just got a pcs of news from the hot oven!

One financial portal that i frequent has been bought over by SPH! Completion of this deal will bring S$12-18milion to the founder! Shiok!

This portal come a long way... probably the few that survive the internet bubble burst! heard some of their stories... all i can say is a good biz strategy and persistant win! it takes them 10 years to be sold at that amout! Super worth i feel!

With this and Hardware Zone buy over story, i thnk its all worth while putting in affort to our internet business!

Ganbate me and Ant n Gang! get ur fatherhood webby up up up soon! u guy can be the next target!

:D

Take a little time to appreciate nature

In other places where we called island, we always exclaimed on beautiful sunset, sun rise, clouds and blue sky... We have it all in our island, Spore :)

I got some nice photos when I look up and out from my place ... ... arrrgh... :D


No matter how busy you are, do take time break and appreciate nature......

Woman... seriously need a business ownership!

事业平景是每个人都会碰到的。
特别是肩负多任的妇人们， 更得在好的情况下， 寻找商机。
Society and employers in Singapore have yet to be so pro-family although the situation is improving. I think especially SME of Singapore where most, know how to 'squeeze' must out of their own Singaporean folks (personal experience)

I always feel, people's direction changes as we process to different stages of life...especially woman like us. Therefore, its best to pick up some skills or business so that if your boss would one day, move you away from your desinated task, psychologically, you will not be hitted so badly. Trust me, I have friends whom are in motherhood, and was 'stripped' off in terms of authority etc.

That is why I always encourage people (especially lady friends) to get into some kind of business somehow... big or small, start to have a true ownership!

Cheers to life of great ownership :D

And the talk on kids and parents continue.......

Such coincident alright... When I was blogging about incidents of lady friends being 'stigma' by the employer, our lovely government pick up the same topic too, but from growing population aspects.

A few days ago, Mr Vivian, hinted that society pressure on modern woman responsibility is rather high. They expect woman to perform well in work, at the same time, give birth and take care of kids. I do agree.. its rather taxing. Help is definitely needed.

Yesterday, we have a gathering. One friend with a kid said; human are selfish! And that makes them less 'kan cheong' about having the #2 although both have been trying. They claim still need time for themselves etc etc. Well, my comment is just go with the flow... dun force and stay cool!

Actually man, traditionally, have not been tasked with taking care of kids as, traditionally, woman are not working! Breadwinner = Man... not so true in the current society anymore.
Therefore, rules should change to allow Daddy to have more leaves to help to take care of the kids too. I seriously think this is something that our lovely government should considered.

Hmm... National day is coming... think one of our nation wish should "Baby boom boom boom" :D

Woman career - COE expired at 35?

Come on... ladies are not car. COE is for car... and even so for expiry, there is always a renewal for that car to go on. Well, in the aspect of woman's career path, it will be very fortunate if someone (employer) wants to renew their 'COE' in mid 30s.

Friends I know have to hide all the 'strive energy' to accommodate to some jobs that are not very inspiring. The same story, told again and again, on this kind of 'unfair' judgement... what can we do?

The story:
Status: DINKS (Double Income and No Kids)
Experience: Great experience in the regional
Most popular question during interview: Any plan for kids?
Yes, this is it!
Well, understand from the employer view as they do not want to RISK headcount down for 3 months (at times, 6months).
.... still its not very fair... a bit angry... especially when Singapore is encouraging for high birthrate! Employers deny the fact, but those who experience this stigma (is this word too strong for this context??) knows how high priority this criteria is.
The assumption is too much to be called off the head!


Actually I have been 'warned' of this 'problem' years ago. And also have been thinking of the milestones that a lady most likely hit at different time zone of her life. All these, constitute to that BIG MOTIVATION and PUSH to develop and run my own business, in case I end up in the 'scrap off' population.

No one wants to do things that they do not like. So start something for yourself! So that there will be no frustration situation like such :D

天生我才必有用。若别人看不到，就留给自己用吧！:D

A little thought makes one's day

A few days ago, there is this new client that called me for appointment.

Extract of the conversion:
SK: You can to come earlier at 2p.m? I am able to see your friend at that time as my client will leave at 1.30pm.
Client: Oh, but you need to take your lunch right? ......

Some simple words, but shows her thoughfulness.

The world become more wonderful with pool of little thoughtfulness of everyone .

Cheers :D

一样是灾难，但不一样的态度！

最近的天灾, 真的让我看到‘人对待人’的不同态度。不用多说，大家心知肚明 ！实在是纳闷。。。

希望支援快到该到的地方。。。

Celebrating YOG with the Nation :D

Cheers to the Singapore hosting the Youth Olympics 2010!!!!

I was there... that moment of joy and proudness of being a Singaporean.

Yup! I choose to spend my birthday night with one of Singapore's biggest event of the year :D

The environment is super youthful... one moment, I feel that I am back to secondary school again... hee... young young :D

Actually this is the first time I participated in a National event. Extremely fun and emotional. Hmmm... this party can be considered as a smaller scale of National Day.

I believe the hosting of this game will definitely bring more good years to the Singapore economy.

Its Time to resolute 2008 and reflect 2007

Time never fail to fly fast...

2007 - a busy and fulfilling year.
Skin Needs business has gone rather far this year. Really appreciate clients whom have put faith in me and my services. And most important, the great friendships that I have from all my clients... thats one of the best gifts from you. Thank you :D

Aside to others, lots of personal development for me this year when running Skin Needs and other business. I believe this will take me and my business to another height in 2008.
Though there is a couple of hiccups this year, it has strengthen my entreprising spirit and the needed compassion to make my business and network grow further.

- Autumn Japan trip => Tokyo and Nagano
I have to upload the picture somewhere to share. Well, it has been 2months... so lets make the deadline mid January 2008! hee...

2008 - New business ventures
For Skin Needs
- New natural healing knowledge to share to clients for better and healthier skin
- Enhancing current services with regular web updates and newsletter for my clients.
- Regular classes for GuaSha DIY and Basic Nutrition for healthier skin and body.

For Financial Planning
- Its important to plan for our future. Therefore a new segment as part of the wing of Moderncouples will be added. This segment will be guided by my good partner whom has years of experience in fiancial planning and stocks trading.

For Happy Occasions
- Still in process... but its in the plan.
* Marriage proposal services - out of ideas, we are here to help.
* Hens Party - bridal shower is very important.
* Wedding Planning and MC-ing services - we understand your happiness and strongly believe that the couples should rest. So the running of the wedding show be left to people whom are experience and sincere to handle.
* Surprise services - Events to surprise your love ones. We have the ideas to share with you.

Hope we can get supports from friends and exising clients to 'pong chang pong chang'.

For PERSONAL,
- take up stock trading courses to make myself more skillful in trading.
- continuous learning on nutrition
- Of course, more tours :D

YES!!! I have a whole long list of events to run in 2008. I must do it!

Got to run... as will be party-ing soon :D

Wishing all happy New YEAR... and remember, write your plans down and get it done step by step :D

Cheers,
Swee Kum * With LOVE*

Barley with soy skin Dessert - Ganbate!

This weekend is meant for cooking dessert.

Yes! after 2nd attempt, the dessert is successfully made and i am now enjoying the fruits with my family :>
Rating given: 8 / 10

Lesson learnt:
- Sequence is very important
Soy skin, pandan leaf, barley & ginko seed. Barley suppose to be more difficult to get cook - WRONG! Soy skin need more time to get soften!

- ingredients
I think the soy skin quality is not so good. The search should continue.

Oh yes, this dessert is good for skin. Nevertheless, do not add too much sugar so that it can be a healthy dessert!

2 weeks later i will try again... Ganbate ne!!!

Cheers :>