Yeah, it is a shopping voucher again, just lucky~ $30 bucks is not a lot but better than none. Well, come to think of it, I don't remember taking part in any lucky draw lately. Is it a joke or what?
- Wake up at 9am
- Open door for contractor and workers
- Say bye bye to ugly tiles and toilet accessories
- Make an extra key for contractor
- Travel to PJ to purchase Basin, Heaters, Hob, Hood and Oven *hate this, too many brands*
I mean it!
And my furball was afraid he may be left out, so he "chop" one box first! FYI, Twistie was called Whiskey before he came to our house, was told that his previous owner migrated to Australia and left the poor boy behind. That explained why he is behaving like a timid boy and he whines a lot when he is alone, "alone without human", he will still whine even when he was with Smoochie in the house. *like got kidnapped* Why would anyone do this little fellow? To you, he may be just a dog, but to him, we are his EVERYTHING ! *hug and kiss my boy*
extracted from greenmark
Tips on Selecting A Greener Home
Home orientation
A home that is well positioned will significantly improve comfort and also reduce energy bills. Choose home with minimum surface areas and windows on west. Avoid home with full height glazing facing west. Heat gained from solar radiation by east/west facades is much higher than north/south facades.
Sun-shading
Home with proper sun-shading will improve comfort. Sun-shading should be provided for facades facing east and west to shade the home from direct sunlight to minimize solar heat gain. Balconies and/or planters and bay windows may act as sunshades.
Natural Ventilation
Home with good natural ventilation is the least expensive ways of cooling a home. Home layout should be designed to take advantage of Singapore’s prevailing north-south wind conditions to achieve adequate cross ventilation within home.
Energy
The electrical appliances provided such as air-conditioners and refrigerators should have “Energy Label”. Detailed information on energy efficiency of various models of air-conditioners and refrigerators can be found at Singapore’s Energy Labelling homepage http://www.nccc.gov.sg/energylabel
For example, based on a 20,000 BTU/hour system 3 air-conditioner, you could expect $960 in annual savings if your air-conditioner has 4 ticks.
Choose energy saving lamps that convert more consumed energy to usable light and less heat energy. Avoid incandescent lamps that may convert only 10% of its power to usable light. Halogen lights are extremely energy consuming, instead standing lamps with standard fittings can be considered.
Water Efficient Fittings
The water fittings such as flushing cisterns, showers and taps should have “Water Efficiency Label”. Detailed information on water efficient labeled fittings can be obtained from Public Utilities Board website http://www.pub.gov.sg./
Maximize Daylight
Ceilings and walls should also have a highly reflective white surfaces to help diffuse daylight into the space within the home.
Smart Controls
Review and monitor any other on/off controls such as programmable time clock settings, integral equipment controls, lighting photocells, and occupancy sensors for proper operation. This reduces unnecessary wastage of energy.
Indoor Air Quality
In the painting or renovating a home, it is important to use low-VOC (volatile organic compound) and low-toxic interior paints and finishes to reduce toxins ordinarily associated with other paints. Using these types of paints improves the overall indoor air quality of the home.
IN THE HOME
An air-conditioner consumes 10 times more energy than an electric fan. Use an electric fan where possible. If you have to use an air-conditioner, increase the temperature by 1ºC and reduce energy bills by at least 10 per cent. Or set the air-conditioner at 25ºC for the most comfort at the least cost.
Reduce annual CO2 emissions by 860kg. Save $310.
Buy Energy Label air-conditioners and refrigerators. The more ticks the more efficient the household appliance.
Reduce annual CO2 emissions by 2,440kg. Save $880.
Switch off electrical appliances - DVD/VCD players, hi-fi stereos, TVs, computers, printers - at the main power source, instead of leaving them on stand-by mode.
Reduce annual CO2 emissions by 240kg. Save $90.
Spotted a hungry Panda (Ben likes him) 
Our loots! There were 8 items and the bill went up to slightly more than SGD400.
I love IKEA ! I'll be back... Many thanks to Chris ->I also love your Stream !
I know I know, many stalls got this makansutra Singapore Street Food Awards 
but look at the rating ! 
These are the pineapple puree that added into the satay sauce.
Chris was so nice to ferry us to get our "poland chairs" at eastern part of the island and there we found "Teluk Anson Chee Cheong Fan". We were so excited and thought we don't have to travel 8 hours to have a taste of our famous hometown delicacy. So, the most logical thing we did is to order this
and this 
and this 
Verdict : Don't think I'll come back here again.
Hubby : So put one at mum's place and keep another one with us.
Wife : Okay. But if I keep Smooch, I will be very worried about Twist. If I keep Twist and put Smooch with mum then he will continue to bark at the neighbours. How?
Hubby : Don't worry, I will help you.
Wife : Huh? How?
Hubby : I'll put Twistie on Ebay tomorrow.
Wife : HEY YOU!!
*grin*Because
- Received his quotation within 3 working days
- Reasonable Charges
- Easy Going
- Stays nearby, can ferry me, save my cab fare
- Young, ideas not outdated
- We share our experiences, he told me how fussy some customers can be and I told him how nasty a contractor I've met.
- He is not driving a Merz
..yet
Talk about GSS for this year, it will be lightings, tables, chairs, sofa and many more..*start house hunting*
250108 - apply HLE
090208 - HLE processed and approved
220208 - received HLE approval letter
*continue searching*
080308 - love at the first sight
*negotiating*
150308 - second viewing with family
170308 - obtain, exercise OTP
190308 - submission of resale flat application
240408 - first appointment
040608 - completion appointment
*searching for good contractor*
230608 - our contractor will be mr. low from boon siew
How could someone react this way when he knows he is going to get a promotion soon? I still remember he was so happy when he got his promo in end 2006 and he even told me the next one won't come so soon, at least another 3-4 years time. When the company promo him in less than 2 years time, it shows that he is performing pretty well and I would say his work obviously recognised by his bosses. To make it worse, he said the same thing to his boss *straggle* and this man even said the boss agreed with him. *faint*
Maybe he is under a lot of stress at work, he seldom brings "stress" home so I don't know. He always come home with (lots of) kisses, hugs and laughters. Maybe I should give him a surprise ...
Location : IMM
Shop : Star Furniture
Item : Lorita Vinyl Leather Sofa + Ottoman
Damage : SGD799
Here are my 9 mini charsiew pao from Tanjung Rhu. Huh? 9 only? I ate 1 on my way home just now, too hungry. *grin*
Okay, BEN is the winner!!! *bleh* His wish: Someone can do the dishes for 5/7. All right, his wish is granted! You know what will be my wish if I won? " To get another LV bag " *bleh* Ben was laughing so loud when I told him. *slap*
Talk about wishbone..suddenly thought of someone who added me into her facebook few days back -> Stefanie Eckmann! That's my cousin sister who stays in Germany. Pretty, isn't she? Hope she won't kill me for stealing photo from her facebook.
We gave her a wishbone pendant as a gift during her stay in 2004. Too bad she couldn't make it too my wedding last year, wonder when are we going to meet next time... mm, maybe we should travel to Europe in 2009, let's pray hard for lower taxes for air tickets!
Updates : Stef is coming on 1st July and she is going to stay in Sg for a 1/12, how I wish I can have long holiday...with Ben la~
It is small, it is sleek and my doting hubby almost cheong to the PC Show today to get this babe for me. *brake* Thanks to my BIL who called up on time to tell him that he can get this babe for free!
Yeah, since we are going to sign up a new broadband package for our new place, might as well get this babe for the babe at home *that's me la*
