The Lady

I have just 3 words to say to opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi of Myanmar: I respect you.

Today my friend and I headed to Midvalley to watch The Lady; a film by French filmmaker, Luc Besson staring Malaysia's very own Datuk Michelle Yeoh as Aung San Suu Kyi and David Thewlis as Dr. Michael Aris.

 The Lady: A film by Luc Besson.

It was quite heartbreaking because I never knew of the issue with Aung San Suu Kyi although I've seen her pictures countless times in the papers with reports of her house arrest and the immense amounts of people who supported her but it never occurred to me that she may have such an influence in such a way that she could have possibly had hundreds of thousands if not millions of followers to her seeking for a democratic ruling. It was heartbreaking to have watched The Lady to see the way people in Myanmar lived with military ruling without a say, without the rights to question what they have to live in and without a way to express their own ways of what they believe in. Such a wreck that they live in, such poverty they suffer and such agony they encounter. It was heartbreaking to see how much Aung San Suu Kyi must have suffered in real life. To be away from her husband, her children and the society all around her. To have not been with her mother as she passed, to have not been by the side of Dr. Aris when he battled cancer and to have been so far from her children as they watch their father slip away. It must have been difficult; all these lives of the people in Myanmar in her hands, all these pressure by her shoulders and all she was, was a mere lady with a heart, a wife in Oxford, a mother of two and a daughter to two amazing people.

 Datuk Michelle Yeoh on set. I must say, at some angles she DOES look like the real Aung San Suu Kyi. I read somewhere that she lost weight on purpose to fit the role. Now THAT'S what good actresses do.

The movie overall has been a great piece by Luc Besson with the way he has told Aung San Suu Kyi's story in such a way with depth to create tear jerking moments when needed and a light piece of humor whenever possible. I may add that possible the best scene would be...EVERYTHING. There was never a moment that I wanted to keep my eyes shut or run to the washroom for the 2 and a half hours I was in the cinema. It was great, a true story simply unfolding piece by piece. Though the ending was a slight bit of a rush, there has possibly been no proper way to tell a story of a woman who has fought the military for 15 years in the seeking of democracy for the people of Myanmar. Every scene was captured in such a way that you could just try to imagine being in Aung San Suu Kyi's shoes. Overall, this has been one of the best biopics I could picture myself watching. Definitely worth re-watching it all over again.

"Use your liberty to promote ours." -Aung San Suu Kyi.

Happy Mother's Day 2012

Guess what! It's Mother's Day today! And did you really think I would be gone without a post to present to my mum later on? That's right, I wouldn't.

Mum and I; 1997.

I have to admit, I have never been the greatest daughter in the world nor the prettiest or the one with the greatest achievements in my never ending changes of part time jobs, my outstandingly poor results in studies or the almost non existent curricular list of mine but rest assured, regardless all that I do, I only want to do you proud. I will try hard, I have go the extra mile, I will strive more than anyone else could and I promise to turn your dreams into reality one day; just as you have done mine.

Mum and I; 2011.

I'm very sorry for the times I worry you or hurt you or make you angry because that's really my job as your daughter ...well just because of something I may have done. I'm sorry for the times you had WHITE hair on your head and I start pointing and demanding to pull it off. I'm terribly sorry for the lack in patience for me to teach you how to operate Facebook (although that MAY just be for the better) but I'll get onto it when you're officially home and well retired alright? I'm sorry for the times I fight with...

 Kor kor and mum; 1997.

...that person in that picture. I know you feel bad there and after, but it really is our way of communication. I'll try to cut it down, but no promises.

Thank you for living with my cheekiness, annoying voices, mad driving, endless complaints of friends, boyfriend (singular wording, do you see it?) , for making silly jokes whenever we're home alone without daddy (I'm melting, I'm melting) and for everything that we've shared. You're a true work of an art to have raised a silly little girl like me. Thank you for bearing with all I do without stopping me but instead allowing me to fall and rise again, to learn and to grow. Thank you ultimately, for being MY mother. And my brother's la, okay la, emo pot!

To every mother out there who has done nothing but sacrificed for their lovely children, you are all blessings. For all your sleepless nights worrying, your restless days thinking of them and your every living moment doing nothing but loving your children, you are truly all angels sent from the heavens above. Happy Mother's Day to you all. Much loves, Elie. :)

Skin Food Ideas

If you've been watching closely enough at my space, you would have noticed that I had gone for Skin Food's Royal Honey line launch for two days over the last weekend. The first day had me being their make up model during the blogger launch and the second day had my mother being their make up model; a true treat for my dear mum who suddenly had the idea of following me into town! Also you may have noticed that I had hinted another post explaining of all the products they have used on my mother and I during the demonstration. So guess what? The Skin Food team has replied my e-mail and has given the green light for me to reveal all the little secrets of what had been used! And just as promised, I am now going to share with you all these little tips as per what was told.

 My cheeky after moment. Read on to learn what happened that day!

First of all, I must say thank you again for Ms. Moon, the Korean make up artist who had traveled all the way just for this demonstration and to the Skin Food team for sharing these little trade secrets with us bloggers. So here we go! First off, I was given a spritz of "Royal Honey Glow Starter" to freshen up my skin in which Ms. Moon explained is actually dry. Her explanation to me was that a lot of women have the wrong misconception that we have oily skin just because we have a little sebum here and there whenever we go out. It's not always the case though because having just a layer of oil on our skin doesn't mean that we have OILY skin. Being in Malaysia always means that we're exposed to the heat and naturally we would seek places to cool ourselves down, no? And the first thing we'd look for? That's right. Air conditioning! And because of that, we actually have dry skin and not oily as we thought. Well, funny how I never knew about that. So remember: having oily skin does not make it that you HAVE oily skin. Inside your pores, it could be dry!

After a spritz of starter, I was given a touch of Royal Honey emulsion in order to moisturize my skin. Exactly after, I was given a dash of BB cream and the top tip of the day was to apply the BB cream when you figure there's only about 20% of moisturizer left because it would give your skin better absorption and make it smoother to apply! Also, it is good to take note that your eye area is thinner than any other areas on your skin and it would require a lot more moisture than anywhere else! A primer is then used to give the skin a smoother and more even skin tone before applying foundation. One thing to take note is that around the nose area, the pores are usually more enlarged so it is good to pay more attention to that area when applying a layer of foundation. I was given the Royal Honey Foundation where a glazing and naturally dewy complexion was almost immediately seen. Tip of the moment: puffs would usually make it a lot easier to apply foundations and for better moisture and a smoother application, use a wet puff. Apply the foundation from the center to the outer in a sweeping or tapping motion but do NOT overuse on foundation because it would make you look unnatural and every other effort would just be wasted. 

Some dewy Honey Gold emulsion for moisturizing properties.

The look of the day was to have a smoky texture and hence more attention has been paid on the eyes. It is good to use a bright color before you apply your eye shadow because it would radiate the color of your shadow a little more. Ms. Moon first applied a stick type shadow that turned out to be the Eggplant Stick Shadow #4 that holds a slightly gold-ish color to create a luminous eye makeup look after. Next up was the application of the eyeshadow and Ms. Moon had picked up the Choco Smoky Eye Palette #1 which has 4 colors in just one palette! Tip: Apply powder under your eyes to avoid having your eye shadow falling under your eyes and making it look as if you're a panda. (Although I already am one.) Starting out from the outer to the inner parts of the eye, it is always advisable to check on your make up once in a while so that you know that you look great in it! Instead of an eyeliner, Mr. Moon opted to use the darker color in the Choco Smoky Eye Palette and a tip brush to give my eyes a proper defining, especially placing an UNDER eye liner to make it look like I have bigger eyes than I already have. A mascara always helps to give more depth into the eye makeup and a great idea is to always curl your lashes before you apply your mascara. Smoky makeups usually hit spot on for volumes and an Eggplant Plumping Volume Mascara from Skin Food absolutely does the trick! Mind you, I had HUGE eyes after that because I had naturally big eyes so Ms. Moon decided not to use too much on me.

 Applying the Choco Smoky Eye Palette make up.

Giving me the under eye liner with the darkest color in the Choco Smoky Eye Palette because it gives my eyes a bigger look. Secret tip there, do you see it?

Moving on, it is always advisable to have a slight tinge of blusher to give yourself a sweet look. What Ms. Moon used on me was something I extremely love and that is the Fresh Fruit Cheek & Lip (Apricot) because it was a cream type blusher that worked not only on my cheeks but even on my lips. That's like combining a two in one and the Chinese in me loves that idea. A slight dab on the cheeks give a healthy glow to your cheeks and the best way to know where to dab it is to smile at your marvelous face in front of the mirror!

 Having some Fresh Fruit Cheek & Lip on my cheeks for a little color.

As you are closer to finish up your make up, don't forget a little color on your lips. Tip: If your lips are too pink, it is good to dab some foundation over it so that the makeup on your lips aren't too strong. Remember, if you have really defined eyes, do NOT give extra attention to your lips and vice versa. It is good to balance out between both. Again, Ms. Moon decided to dab some of that amazing Fresh Fruit Cheek & Lip because...well...you can use it for your cheeks AND lips! Yes, I am in love with that little thing. I've got a nice one in my bag now and I can tell you, the smell is AWESOME. To give yourself a fuller look after, it is good to dab a little lip gloss on your bottom lips because it will make it look plumper and it's got that botox look without the botox.

 Tada! I now have one of these! Much loves!

Finally, finish up with either a mist type finish or the All Over Muffin Cake depending on your skin type. For me, I was given the Red Orange Finish #1 (Glossy) because it helps to give your skin a little moisturizing effect. And because it was a spray, it is advisable to keep at least a 20 CM distance when spraying it onto your face. My verdict is that all these finishing smell great because I remember being at my first ever make over from Skin Food in February and Vivien; the make up artist of the day had used the All Over Muffin Cake for me. I love how these things from Skin Food always smell great and natural. Yum yum.

Would you forget how I look that day? 

 Teddy bear and I. Really, would you actually forget?

And tada! It may seem like a lot but it was really effortless for Ms. Moon to have done all that thanks to her professionalism and quick hands! Amazed, aren't you? I know I am! So there you have it! Little tips from Ms. Moon during the demonstration finally revealed to the public to know. I should be wearing make up out more often now, shouldn't I? Ha! Maybe...just maybe I will!

 My mother during her session. Brilliant isn't it?

Same Gender, Same Thing

Recently I read through a retweet on Twitter of President Barack Obama's mentioning that same sex couples should be able to get married and my heart completely went out to those who may have been crying tears of joy in their partners' arms. It was only when I scrolled a little higher that I noticed a friend of mine going all out and against same sex marriage complete with vulgarities in defaming those of whom wholly supported the idea that my heart dropped and it came to my realization that there are still people who still shudder at the thought of same sex marriage.

My questions go out to these people: what makes YOU different from people who are sexually attracted to people of their own gender? What makes YOU so much more special from people who love someone of their own gender? What makes YOU so great that you could throw on vulgar words and shameless teases at people who are not like you? Just because they love differently, the live differently and they have an attraction different from yours, that makes them what you call them? Queers? Freaks? Weirdos? Gays. Would it make you think twice if you found out someone close to you was someone who was sexually attracted to their own gender too? Would you take back your words if you suddenly realized that your best friend, your brother, your sister, your cousin, your aunt, your uncle...just WHOEVER that matters in your life; is sexually attracted to people of their own gender? Would you still label them what you label others? Would you walk past them every single day, condemning them for a feeling they cannot personally control? Would you actually avoid eye contact just because you couldn't "accept" them for who they are? Would you ignore their existence for as long as you live just because they love differently from you?

Homosexuality is and never should be considered a sin. What depicts them to be different from a normal human? They work the same. They wear the same clothes. They drive the same car. They eat the same food. They pray to the same God. They bleed red blood; not green. They breathe oxygen; not hydrogen. They are the same. And the ONLY thing that is apparently "different" ? The person they love. Why has it been such a cruel truth that people of different ages some even stretching up to differences of 30 or 40 years are allowed to love without judgmental murmurs? Why is it that people of different races can come together in the union of forever without gossips flying all around? Why is it that people who are of different sizes can marry each other without people saying no? Yet when someone hears of two men getting together, they criticize, they condemn, they throw weird looks and it creates a controversy so big that these men have to be pressured to separate in order for rumors to stop.

I for one, support President Barack Obama for his bold move in legalizing same sex marriage and here I am to tell all you backward thinking haters that YOU are the ones who deserves to be stoned. YOU are the ones who deserves condemnation. YOU are the ones who deserves to be hated. YOU are the ones who should receive the worst and most harsh of comments. YOU are the ones who are lacking of love, care and understanding to the world. It's the 21st century. How much more are you to live if not by accepting all that comes your way? Or are you adamant enough to believe that in pushing these people who have different sexual orientations, you are maintaining world peace and upholding justice? Who are YOU to judge people who are different in the first place?

And I for one, at this very moment, stand to applaud all those who have lived such a difficult life in hiding and shielding yourselves from the hurt of the close minded society. I for one, at this very moment, would like to look you in your eye, give you a hug and tell you to seek your own happiness that lies in your own hands. Cover no more, fear no more and find the joy that truly belongs to you as of anyone else. Lift your head up high and tell the world you are not afraid to be who you know you are. Throw away your mask and live your own life without a care of their stupid words of people who cannot accept change. May you forgive their idiocy and forgive their ignorance. May you forgive their lack of love and their loss of mind and finally, may you find the one you truly love who will love you back just the way it really should be.

Good night.

Skin Food's Mother's Day Treat

Really, Skin Food...thank you so very much for the surprise your team has given to my mother and I today during the launch! Indeed it has been such an experience for her that she's home to brag to my aunts about what had happened in her day.

Look who's on the royal chair having a demonstrative makeover!

Today, seated below and watching Ms.Moon have the demonstration on my own mother, I noticed how professional she actually is and I finally got to slowly incorporate the uses of every product that Ms.Moon had used. In fact, I'm quite sure it's the same ones she used for me. Assuming it is so, that would mean my mother and I have the same skin and we should be using the same skin cares from now onwards. So now she can be buying and I can be stealing whatever she has! Uh...I meant to say we can now share our stuff. Sharing is caring, right?

I'm really glad I managed to take mum out today for Skin Food's launch. And now that's she's happy, I'm happy!

Beautiful mummy after her makeover!

Happy Mother's Day in advance, dear mummy!

Mummy, Ms. Moon and I! Thank you for making the both of us beautiful on different days, Ms. Moon!

Ooo and guess what? Mum and I got a quick haul from our few hours in town!

Skin Food's Fresh Fruit Lip & Cheek Apricot!

Mum absolutely loved the fact that she could use this as her blusher and lip color. And she claims its compact enough for anything. I think she's hinting that we go on holidays and slip this in between our many little items that we've packed. Dad, GET THE HINT!

I'm wondering if I'm allowed to post up information of what Ms. Moon has used on my mum. If Skin Food allows it, I'll be giving you lots of tips! So stay put and watch this space to see if I've got a quick edit!

My Words

Greetings, readers! Yes, I am indeed still alive and wide awake although I went to work in a half dead state. It's been a slow day in the cafe and I really suppose it's because of Wesak Day. And don't get me wrong, I'm here in front of the laptop because I've ALREADY went to the temple and prayed. But I lost the orange string that the monk had tied on my wrists. That's fate for me I suppose.

So let's see what's been up. Yesterday, I had been to Fahrenheit88 in conjunction with Skin Food's Royal Honey line launch and then I headed to the temple for prayers. Oh yes, the things that happened along the way as I walked from the Tun Sambanthan monorail station towards the Buddhist Maha Vihara temple in Brickfields. Indeed it was a long walk but there were just things that caught my eyes as I walked and I figured I really had to share them.

You see, there were a few schools lined up along the way some being the Methodist Girls School and the Brickfields primary school, just to name a few. What really shocked me was how the girls, clad in their baju kurung complete with their school emblem were rubbing up against boys who had tore open their shirts to reveal their non existent muscles. There were screams and shouts to take pictures quickly amongst themselves and it really amazed me how the younger generation actually figured that things like these were "fun" to "play" with. Eventually I passed them by because they were extremely noisy and take it from me, it was not even a joyful walk past that bus stop with their echoing voices constantly just going, "Cepatlah babi ambik gambar!" (Quick, you pig. Take a picture!)  "F**k you! F**k you!" (I take it this is self explanatory) and possibly a few more things that were uttered anyway.

Walking further, I came past 3 boys of a certain race shouting toward in the direction of where their backs were turned simply going, "Keling babi mati la c*bai. Sial bodoh bangang bazir tempat kau hidup!" I'm sorry that I don't even know how to explain the words used in this insulting line but I would just borderline put it as something extremely harsh to ever say them to anyone of any age and any race. What I saw after crossing paths with these boys shocked me even more. There were possibly about 5 girls still in their school uniforms jeering and pointing fingers at a boy of a different race from these girls, each of them screaming out, "Keling babi" , "Bodoh sial punya budak!" and a few more things I couldn't actually catch. How could anyone of that age EVER think of rubbish like that to insult someone else who lives in the same country and should be given the exact same respect as anyone else? Unfortunately I was walking with my uncle who had gone way ahead when I snapped back into reality and I couldn't stop to help the poor boy who seemed to just be smiling away; possibly a tactic in ticking the girls off even more.

I just had so many questions in my mind mainly of what the students were being taught in school. Where were the moralities? Whatever happened to racial unity and equality in being one? Why did they not understand that even if someone were of a different race, they were human too? It was extremely unnerving and I've been itching to just seek answers for this all day now. Whatever happened to respecting one another in a country that belongs to everyone? What were these girls going to grow up to be? I sure hope they don't belong in the service industry at least. It was horrible, how they could think of so much just to put down a person who was alone and helpless. I never had problems with people of other races in my school days. We went for recess together, we changed into our PJ clothes together, we visited each others' houses and heck I've even spent so much time with one of my friends who wasn't of my own race that her mother and I could click extremely well. And speaking of that friend, I hope you're reading this aunty; because I really miss your macaroni and cheese. My point is, why the subjective views on someone else of a different race? Why are they not embracing the reality that we all belong here together? What's going on in schools? Were these kids divided in school in such a way that they had no idea that there is a different way to life outside of those 6 foot walls and pointy gates? I had a great school life and I'm even keeping in touch with most of my school friends regardless the race. So why the complete change in the society now?

Merdeka Day celebrations year 2009. We had young, we had fun, we had seasons in the sun. Each and every one of us, regardless the race or the language we speak. All that was important was that we had the one thing called friendship.

HACKS 2010. We may have graduated and we're all in different parts of the world, doing up different things in our lives but somehow deep down, we're still friends who have memories that are probably going to be around forever.

Yes, I'm aware I'm torturing you with my continuation of words but I'm not quite done with what I have to say for today. But I'm going to cut this real short so that you could just go one with life after this, alright? I am now officially...

Can you guess it?

That's right! It's an organ donor pledge card!

I am now an officially pledged organ donor! And that card you see up there gives all the rights to hospitals to take whatever organs or tissues in my body that may be used AFTER I'm dead. To be honest, why keep something that I won't be needing when I really can save someone's life and give them hope to keep going on? All that's going to happen to me is that I'll get into some incinerator and within hours all that's left is a whole load of ashes and some major bones that is bound to be thrown into the sea anyway.

Some may find it weird; to have a wish that people rip you apart and harvest all your organs to leave you empty before your funeral but I would rather think that I have done my part to society even though I'm dead. It's the last thing I could ever do for anyone who needs it. So why be skeptically afraid to admit that some day you will die? We would all die some time anyway. It's a circle in life and if this is what you can do to aid someone who majorly needs it, why would we not want to do it? Why deny the rights of a person to live through your death?

Okay, I'll stop right here because I'm kind enough. Or it's just that I have run out of things to say. I hope you had fun, I hope there's a lot running through your mind right now thanks to the silly questions I've asked and I hope somehow, someone WILL give me the answer to them all. Or most of them. Or even just one. I'm easily satisfied, really! Or not.

Skin Food - Royal Honey Line Launch

Hey there, people. Guess who went for Skin Food's royal honey line launch today in Fahrenheit88? And guess who was their make up model for the day too?

 The Skin Food emblem. I've always liked the idea of the cherub as their logo. It's cute!

I'll update tonight complete with pictures and all so just have some patience before refreshing your page non stop hoping for a post, alright? Tonight, I promise.

P/S: If any of you are headed to the temple in Brickfields tonight, give me a holla and come say hi. Happy Wesak Day, fellow Buddhists!

[MIDNIGHT EDIT]

Well, it looks like I've broken my promise of uploading it on time. I'm really sorry about that, my dearest readers. Indeed, I have tried hard to make it before the clock strikes 12 and it turns into another day but it's easier said than done especially when you've got to head to the temple to offer your prayers, give back to society and be a devoted believer in the occasion of Wesak Day.

So let's cut the story short and begin with...THE LAUNCH! Skin Food has recently introduced yet another line to their very successful predecessors and it is called the Royal Honey line with it's main ingredient being...yeap, you've guessed it. Honey. But we're not talking about any random honey like the ones my fussy customers demand for...it's PURE wild honey derived from giant honey bees in the Southeast Asian rainforests. What's great about honey is that it's not only extremely yummy, but when applied on the skin it works to exfoliate, moisturize and nourish your skin, creating a dewy and glowing complexion especially for people with dry skin!

The Royal Honey Ampoule

The Royal Honey Emulsion

The Royal Honey Hydro Essence

The Royal Honey Hydro Cream

The Royal Honey Mask

Royal Honey Hydro Massage Gel

Royal Honey Mist

 Royal Honey Toner

Another point of the Royal Honey line is that honey contains anti-aging properties and this is probably the one thing most women are afraid of. Along with it's range of makeup line with royal honey being the active ingredient, you'll be looking at a more youthful and natural looking self in no time.

For this launch, however, Skin Food has brought in their make up artist from Korea, Ms Jongmin Moon to provide a brief make up session for us bloggers. But just hold up just a second if you're about to ask why I will not be explaining the items used for the session because I'm about to tell you...THAT I WAS THE MODEL FOR THE DAY! Indeed, it was an amazing honor when Skin Food Malaysia's Marketing Executive, Ms.Stephanie Tan gave me a call in the morning to ask if I could be their make up model. Why would I not be okay with the idea?!

When I arrived Fahrenheit88 today, the first thing I noticed was the eye catching booths that Skin Food had set up for the 3 day launch event.

The sweet little booth adjourning all the way to the back where the stage is.

The stage where make up demonstrations are done.

Banners complimenting the broad spaces around the area.

A sandwich board donning a special promotion during the event period.

The main display area for the brand new line.

Little bottles of heavenly miracles.

Skin Food, Fahrenheit88. Hop onto the escalator and head straight to Level 2 to find them hidden next to a large boutique!

The Royal Honey line being displayed outside the Skin Food outlet in Fahrenheit88.

Bottles of honey goodness just hiding behind a little box.

Ms. Moon started off no longer than half an hour prior to my arrival and it was fun to actually hear a real Korean speak in Korean. Cut me some slack, half the time I am around Malaysians with the most traditional and unmistakable Manglish! Together with the translator of the day; Ms. Ann, she briefly explained quick and simple tips of how to prepare oneself before applying any make up.

Ms. Jongmin Moon and her translator, Ann.

Awkwardly, I walked toward the stage as she invited me up partly because I was highly under dressed and that I was wearing Converses instead of being a real lady and putting on heels. Yes, I'm embarrassed over my unprepared fashion but I suppose that's just a past now. 

Spot me fiddling with my phone to kill my nervousness.

Ms. Moon and I sharing a light moment on stage. You shall now ignore my larger than life thighs!

The crowd below. Can you spot me sitting on the stage?

Ms. Moon working her magic!

She was done in no time! The MC of the day; Natalie, taking the floor with a simple Q and A session as well as giving out little gifts to those who got the quiz right. I wonder what those little bottles were. Hmmm...

It was quite an experience, being the make up model for someone who seemed to have such great hands in turning someone ordinary like me into someone I didn't even recognize. Over the course, she had given quick little tips such as using brushes instead of puffs because it helps get more precise points or the fact that we should really be DABBING foundation instead of SWIPING it to make it look more natural especially on the eye area.

Hang on, are you ready for this?

The after shot of...me. Or someone I thought I knew. Maybe not.

I kid you not, Ms. Moon has done such a great job that I look completely different and my mum has commented that I am no longer who I am. She has indirectly disowned me! Sheesh, mum! *Frowns* 

Ms. Moon and I. I'm grateful for the effort she has done for me and for the tip she gave me during lunch to kick ass on my nerve wrecking eye bags. I'm also glad my dark circles did not turn her off and piss her to no ends, so thank you very much, Ms. Moon. I'm sorry they're huge and inevitable.

What I found shocking was that later on was that I was approached by two girls who wanted to have a picture with Ms. Moon and I. Never have I had people want pictures with me. This was REALLY something new. Afterward, another blogger whom I recognize from the Tea Party in Harrods approached me for a picture too. Can you sense my awkward level rising and going through the roof? Yes, I felt awkward and not to mention shy over the sudden fact that I had cameras at me. And hey, camwhoring in front of my webcam gives a DIFFERENT kind of affect, okay? Don't judge me!

Two very shy but sweet girls who first approached and asked for a picture.

A fellow blogger from the Tea Party at Harrods, KLCC. I wish I got her name. Silly me.

Jay Kim, the Overseas Business Team's assistant manager. A shy young fellow, really.

 Team Korea! Thank you for being here in Malaysia!

Lunch afterward at California Pizza Kitchen was sponsored by Skin Food and I must say it was a feast. Coming home to my goodie bag was the biggest surprise of all because of the amount of content provided! Skin Food has been so extremely generous with the gifts they give out to us bloggers. If this is their way to say thank you, then you're most welcome, really. It's too much!

Can you count the amount of goodies they have given me?! To me, I see a premium set of the new line, a thermos flask, more honey goodness and a whole lot of amazing Skin Food samples!

I wish to first and foremost thank Stephanie whom contacted me in the first place to send me the invite as a blogger and for picking me out of so many other beautiful women who attended the event to be the make up model for the day. It's really MY honor that your team picked me out and rest assured, I enjoyed myself a lot today. The hospitality of your team throughout has been outstanding and you guys have made this launch quite a success. A big hand to Vivienne whom handled my camera throughout the period of me being on stage. You may notice that the pictures are not on my blog but I have them in my storage to commemorate for this grand experience of mine. Another round of thank yous to the team from Korea; Ms. Moon who made me look amazing, Jay who had managed to bridge the contact from Korea to Malaysia and Ms. Ann who had to translate every word mentioned throughout the demonstration and during lunch. The biggest of thank yous to the Skin Food team who put together everything in order for us bloggers to have enjoyed our afternoon so much. You guys are awesome, Skin Food. 

And now...I shall adjourn to my dreamland to have vivid dreams of being on stage all over again! I have so much to say tomorrow. Hand on tight, people. Good night!

Did you really think I would have left you without a picture of myself? *Giggles*

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS TEDDY BEAR THAT SKIN FOOD HAD ON DISPLAY!!!

Can I have it, pretty please?