Happy New Year 2011

First of all , i would like to wish everyone out there a happy 2011. Working out on new year resolutions with a s.m.ar.t formula would make one not to feel dejected when it comes to year end when you look back.

List down the new year resolutions that you have made this year. Look at it and define them into the categories of whether they are achievable within the daily lifestyle or it is a resolution which can be achieved within a specific time frame. For most of the ladies , the new year resolution is to lose weight.

Doing your goal setting for your new year resolution requires clarity, challenge, commitment , feedback , task complexity.

Clarity - Are you really clear that the resolution you set forth for this year is really what you wanted to achieve? Clear goals are measurable and unambigous . When a goal is specific and clear, set a time of completion. You will know what is expected and you can use the end result to visualize as a source of motivation. When your goal is vague or expressed as a general instruction, it will be having a limited kind of motivational value to you.

Next week , i will be writing up on the challenge of achieving the goal so stay in tune....

Special Xmas Promotion

Hi all, this year's christmas secret beauty services has decided to do a joint promotion with nails express . We are launching a $80 gift certificate which comprises of the services of full manicure , full pedicure and express botox like facial or express neck and shoulder massage. Part of the proceeds will be going to Singapore Cancer Society. To purchase the gift certificate, please email me at akimoto_emi05@yahoo.com.sg or click the buy now button .

New service - Spa shoulder massage

Hi all ,

I am introducing a new service which is spa shoulder massage. This spa shoulder massage service is good for detoxifying the body and also helps to relieve insomnia.
Interested parties,please sms me at 81029909 for appointment. Charges is $30 for 20 minutes.

Recipe of braised duck

Ingredients

1 duck
1 tablespoon of salt
3 table spoon of dark soya sauce
6 tablespoons of sugare
1 blue ginger


Steps to cooking it

Marinate the duck with 1 tablespoon of salt and 3 tablespoon of dark soya sauce.
Used the 6 tablespoons of sugar and caramelize it vua using small fire. Put in the blue ginger to fragrant it. Then mix the duck with the sugar . Put the stomach of the duck on the pot. Simmer it for 5 mins and then add 3 tablespoon of water. Cook for 45 mins.

Rejevunating your mind

Now is the perfect time to not only clean out the clutter in our closet and garage, but also the emotional baggage in our mind. Conflicts that are unresolved in the back of our mind only lead to anxiety, anger, or depression. Unresolved feelings eventually take up too much of our energy which can be used for better thoughts and emotions. It's time to get rid of emotional toxins such as behaviours, patterns, and beliefs that interfere with having healthy relationships and living fully.

** Address your issues when you're ready to come to terms with your emotions. You will feel better for facing the truth.

** Surround yourself with a positive and loving environment -one that makes you feel relaxed.

** Learn to let go by creating your own ritual to release the emotional toxins
you've identified.

** Make new choices which include not recreating the old problems you just let go of. It's too easy to relapse, so you must commit to creating an intention which honors your commitment. Go with specific, measurable, and realistic goals.

An emotional cleanse will allow you to feel more alive and rejuvenated. The energy you were using to suppress pain is now available for creative choices.

This rejuvenation is a process and by spring cleaning yourself. You will be more able to implement new goals in full force. Enjoy the gentleness of the detoxification and the peace it brings into your life. You will definitely be living an anti-aging lifestyle if you take care of your body and your mind this season.

One week into June

Hey people, how are you guys doing out there? It has been one week into June. Have anyone of you achieved some things that you would like to achieve in this yr 2010?

For me, it was being able to spend more time with my love and family. Since it has been one week into June, i would like to start a love thyself programme to help you guys out there to be recharge for the following months till end of the year. So stay tuned ............

Recent issue on the increase in bus fares based on distance

The recent issue on the increase of bus fares based on distance could actually affect the poor. The increase would actually cost them opportunities to avoid travelling far in regards to job hunting. If bus fares are calculated based on the distance travelled , it would cost more for each of us out there taking the public transport. Furthermore, we have no slightest idea if feeder bus rides are also included in the distance based transport system.

In view of this, i would urge the public transport council to do something to stop sbs, smrt and also private bus companies to increase the public transport. Even part time university students would feel the pinch if their merge salary is being largely spent on transport and education.

Spending time with family

What does spending time with family means to you? Does it mean that it is just a meal? Just a trip out in the hot , sunny weather of today's made me realize that having time to get to see your own family members within the distance of your own home is a bliss.

I guess it shall be all up to you guys out to think on how to spend time with family .

Dessert-like Soup to cure cough and heatiness

As summer is all year long for singapore , there is a dessert like soup i would like to introduce to the people out there to cure cough and heatiness.

The soup consist of the following ingredients : 1 golden pear, some wolfberries, 1 piece of rock sugar , seedless red dates.

Preparation method

Step one : Firstly , cut the golden pear into 4 slices.
Step two: Put the wolfberries, rock sugar, seedless red dates into a big bowl
Step three: Add 5 bowls of water and double boil it for 1 hour.

**Note to be taken: please use small fire.

Recipe-Steammed Promfret with Restaurant Style Sauce

Ingredients

1. 1 White Promfret
2. 3 Tablespoons of Tai Hua Hoi Sin Seafood Sauce
3. A pinch of salt
4. 3-5 slices of ginger
5. 1 Stalk of spring onion
6. 2 Cloves of minced garlic

Step 1 : Marinate the promfret with a pinch of sauce first.
Step 2 : Do a quick rinse with water for the promfret before steamming
Step 3 : Steam the fish for about 10 to 15 mins with little water together with it.
Step 4 : Pour the pre-prepared restaurant's style fish sauce , sprinkle some of the spring onion and serve.


How to cook the restaurant's style fish sauce

Step 1: Heat the wok with oil.
Step 2: Fry the ginger slice till fragrant.
Step 3: Add the minced garlic and spring onion to stir fry as well,
Step 4: Add 3 tablespoons of Tai Hua Seafood Sauce
Step 5: Dish out the sauce once it boils.

happy new year to all

Happy new yr to all chinese !!!! Enjoy the long weekends!

Parenting Tips

Parents are usually fussing about the quality day care that they are getting from the child care centre that they have gotten from their child. Perhaps here is a little insight of what are the tips in choosing a quality day care for the kids.

Critiea for choosing for quality day care : 1. Small group size (12-15)
2. Small number of children per care giver
3. Trained care givers
4. Minimal staff turnover
5. Stable and consistent care from care giver.

New Product Launch- Laptop Backpack Organizer

This laptop backpack style organizer is designed to organize essential items and keeps everything in sight. Each pocket is carefully designed to provide superior functionality. The pockets are strategically positioned inside the bag to keep all essentials in sight and easily accessible.



Product Specifications:
Dimension (LxWxH): 10.5" x 4.5" x 16"
Weight: 850 grams
Retailing at $63.50



Messenger styled laptop bag organizer



This messenger style organizer is designed to organize essential items and keeps everything in sight. Each pocket is carefully designed to provide superior functionality. The pockets are strategically positioned inside the bag to keep all essentials in sight and easily accessible.
Product Specifications:
Dimension (LxWxH):15" x 4" x 11"
Weight:1 kg

Retailing at $63.50

Interested parties, please email me at akimoto_emi05@yahoo.com.sg to purchase.

New Product Launch - Cosmetic Pouch Organizer

Very often, ladies do have the problem of organizing their make up pouches. With this cosmetic pouch organizer in place, ladies fret no more!

This is specially designed to organize make-up essential items and keeps everything in sight. Each pocket is carefully designed to provide superior functionality. The pockets are strategically positioned inside the pouch to keep all essentials in sight and easily accessible.

This cosmetic pouch organizer comes in 3 sizes and with detachable cosmetic organizer pouch

Dimensions for small would be
8.5" x 2" x 3"
Retailing at $16.90

Dimensions for medium would be :
10" x 2.5" x 4.5"
Retailing at $18.50

Dimensions for large would be :
11" x 3" x 5.5"
Retailing at $20



Organizer Kit

This organizer kit comes in 3 pieces and that it can be used for extension of the extra cosmetics that you have with the cosmetic pouch organizer.

Dimension (LxH):
Small Fabric Pouch - 6.25" x 3"

Medium Clear Pouch - 7.5" x 4"

Large Mesh Pouch - 8.5" x 5"

Retailing at $12.50

Available colours for both organizer kit and cosmetic pouch organizer will be black , red, pretty pink , purple , navy blue ,maroon and khaki.

Interested parties, please email me at akimoto_emi05@yahoo.com.sg to order.

Healthy Tofu Recipe

Hi all,

Today i am going to teach you how to cook a healthy and simple to cook tofu recipe.

This recipe is so simple to cook even teenagers can cook it on their own.

Let's take a look on the ingredients needed:

1) 1 piece of tofu ( must buy the steaming type)
2) 1 stalk of spring onion
3) 1-2 Chili ( based on personal preference)
4) 1 century egg
5) 1/2 dessertspoon of light soya sauce
6) Few drops of sesame oil

How to cook

Step 1: Steam the tofu
Step 2: Pour away the water
Step 3: Pour the tofu onto a plate and smash it
Step 4: Cut chilli, spring onion , century egg.
Step 5: Put century egg and mix with tofu
Step 6: Pour in the light soya sauce , pepper ,chili and spring onion to mix well
Step 7: Pour a few drops of sesame oil
Step 8: Ready to serve

How to achieve healthy skin with good nutrition

What is the skin's elasticity and structure made of?

Basically, it is made of fibres such as collagen and elastin .

Why do we get wrinkles and pre mature aging?

It is due to the skin damage that comes from free radicals -harmful by products  of smoke, pollution and sunlight.

Vitamins and minerals that can help to achieve good skin 

Vitamin C

Found in citrus fruits , leafy green vegetables and peppers that are known to aid collagen production . Vitamin  C supplements are readily available in tablet or powder form.

Vitamin E

Found in vegetable oil, nuts , olives ,seeds and certain green vegetables such as spinach . Supplements can top up vitamin e needs for the skin .

Vitamin A 

Essential for skin repair and cell reproduction and is found in fruits and vegetables. Acne and psoriasis condition can also be improved by supplementing with Vitamin A.

Essential Fatty Acids

Helpful for skin that is prone to becoming dry, inflamed and has white or black heads. Omega 3 is found in oily fish such as sardines and Omega 6 comes from poultry , grains and coooking oils. Omega 3 should be eaten regularly or taken as supplements from fish oil soft gel capsules if lacking in your diet

Minerals and Antioxidants

Zinc

Acne  is sometimes due to a deficiency in zinc which can be improved  by eating food that contains zinc such as poultry and lean meat. Copper helps to develop the elastin fibres that support the skin's structure.

Antioxidants 

Catechins( from green tea leave extract) and Alpha lipoic Acid are more potent than vitamins C and E and protect the skin from free radicals. Other antioxidants  such as grape seed extract , citrus bioflavonoids, beta-carotene  & lyco pene are also proven to be beneficial.

So be more aware of what you eat  because it reflects on the skin's appearance. A combination of a good diet , plenty of water and dietary supplements can keep the skin healthy and looking years younger.

Life Charity Concert at Trinity Christian Centre

There is a upcoming event which is the life charity concert at trinity christian centre which is aimed to raise funds for the school children who do not have pocket money for school.

It is put up by the youths in my church selling the tickets at $15. My church aims to raise $100,000 for the straits time school pocket fund. Interested parties to donate, pls email to lifecharityconcert@gmail.com

Kid series enviroment friendly shopping bags

Baa, Mama, Papa




Dogasarus






Piggy in the middle


Anyone interested in getting them, please email me at akimoto_emi05@yahoo.com.sg

New Launch Product - Dog Carrier

Dog Carrier

This dog carrier is certainly a must have for all dog lovers who owns silky terrier , chihuahua and any small sized dogs. Good for lugging around your dogs around when bring your dog for routine checks at the vet.

Available colour: Yet to be confirmed

Dimensions for small carrier:15.5" x 6" x 7.5" (LxWxH)

Dimensions for large carrier : 20.5" x 9" x 9" (LxWxH)

Pricing : for small sized dog carrier is $26, for big sized dog carrier is $40.

All prices are inclusive of postage.

Interested parties, please email me your order at akimoto_emi05@yahoo.com.sg

New Product Launch-Design 2 Medium/Large Sized Bag Organizer

Design 2 - Large Sized Organizer
Product Specifications:
Dimension (LxWxH):11.5" x 5.5" x 7.5"
Weight : 220gm
Material : PVC Oxford Material, able to do hand wash
Available colours: Black, Khaki ,Pretty Pink , Navy Blue , Maroon, Yellow, Orange, Red & Purple.
Large Sized Organizer retailing for $21.50 inclusive of postage


Design 2 -Medium Bag Organizer

Product Specifications:

Dimension (LxWxH):9.8" x 4.8" x 6.8"

Weight : 150gm

Material : PVC Oxford Material, able to do hand wash

Available colours: Black, Khaki , Pretty Pink , Navy Blue , Maroon , Yellow, Orange , Purple & Red

Medium Sized Organizer retailing for $17.50 inclusive of postage

Interested parties, please email me your order at akimoto_emi05@yahoo.com.sg