Me, Myself & Orked

Rendezvous

2010-08-30T21:56:00.012+08:00

"Lovebirds made a promise to each other. A promise to meet at a prearranged place, time and date. So, they agreed meeting at the Brisbane International Airport on a cold winter night of 16th of May, 2010 at exactly 9.50pm. The fiancee was so nervous about meeting her fiance again. It was three months since she last saw her fiance. And on this night, her dreams came true. Once again, fate has brought them together. But this time, at a place they never thought of being at together. Brisbane♥"

-Stunned at the sight of a man capturing pics of me with his DSLR o_O-

-Soon realized that it was my Fiance surprising me =D-

-Our first picture together in Brisbane with his brand new Pentax K7 -

Mission status: Accomplished!

The Ultimate Dream Set of Make Up Brushes

2010-04-11T18:12:00.005+08:00

-Make Up Artist Brush Belt Set ($422 Value) by Sephora-

Sephora's Brush Belt includes fifteen deluxe, professional brushes that will never leave you at a loss for makeup application. Every brush imaginable is at your fingertips, so you can create a professional makeup look anytime. The brushes come in Sephora's Makeup Artist Brush Belt case, made of easy-to-clean faux leather, with interior nylon pockets on the left and the right that are made to fit all brush sizes, and center pockets designed for a Kabuki brush on top and a bronzer brush underneath. An adjustable strap allows for the belt to be comfortably worn around the waist or over-the-shoulder. When you're done, simply cover brushes with the nylon flap, then fold the belt in half and close with the attached strap.

This set includes:
- Professional Natural Crease Brush #10
- Professional Natural Smudge Brush #11
- Professional Natural All Over Shadow Brush #12
- Professional Natural Medium Eyeshadow Brush #14
- Professional Lash & Eyebrow Comb #21
- Professional Angle Brush #22
- Professionnel Platinum Smokey Eye Brush #24
- Professionnel Platinum Natural Powder Brush #40
- Professionnel Platinum Natural Slant Brush #42
- Professionnel Platinum Natural Fan Brush #43
- Professionnel Platinum Stippling Brush #44
- Professionnel Platinum Concealer Brush #45
- Professionnel Platinum Foundation Brush #47
- Professionnel Platinum Bronzer Brush #48
- Professionnel Platinum Lip Brush #61

Now selling for only USD275. Go to Sephora.com and purchase one for yourself.

[Source: Sephora.com]

2010-03-28T14:27:00.006+08:00

I got song dedication TWO nights in a row! Heehee! PDA much, right? But so what? This is how I'm feeling lately. Missing the fiance more and more. And these song dedications on MSN chat really made my days. Love the lyrics of both songs! So meaningful to me. And here I am to share the music videos with all of you. Enjoy the video clips!

-When I Look at You by Miley Cyrus-

"Everybody needs inspiration
Everybody needs a song
A beautiful melody
When the nights are long

'cause there is no guarantee
That this life is easy

Yea when my world is falling apart
When there's no light
To break up the dark
That's when I~
I look at you

When the waves are flooding the shore
And I can't find my way home any more
That's when I~
I look at you

When I look at you
I see forgiveness
I see the truth
You love me for who I am
Like the stars hold the moon
Right there where they belong
And I know I'm not alone

Yeah when my world is falling apart
When there's no light
To break up the dark
That's when I
I look at you

When the waves are flooding the shore
And I can't find my way home any more
That's when I~
I look at you

You appear just like a dream to me
Just like kaleidoscope colors that cover me
All I need
Every breath that I breathe
Don't you know, you're beautiful~

When the waves are flooding the shore
And I can't find my way home any more
That's when I~
I look at you

I look at you
You appear just like dream to me..."

-3 Words by Cheryl Cole featuring Will.i.am-

"I met a guy at the club
I let him know I'm in love

I met a girl at the bar
I let her know who you are
I told her you are the love of my life and
One day you're gonna be my wife and
We are gonna have some babies together

I told him you are the man of my dreams
You saved me from drowning in the streams
And I know we're really gonna last forever... And ever

It was those 3 words that saved my life
Its wasn't complicated, wasn't pre-meditated.
It wasn't under-rated, boy I'm so glad you stayed and..

It was those 3 words saved my life
It wasn't complicated, wasn't pre-meditated
To you I'm dedicated
Lets go ahead and say it...

I love you...
I love you...
You are the love of my life... My life~
I love you...
I love you...
I love you...
You are the love of my life... My life~

You know you're holdin' my heart
Can't nothing tear us apart

You know I'm so in love with you
Can't nothing tear us apart? No.

I said I-L-O-V-E-Y-O-U, I'm so into you girl

She said M-E-T-O-O, it's obvious I'm so into you boy
So why don't we, (we)
Hold (hold) on (on) for (to) love (love).
Through the ups and downs, never let go
Holdin' on forever, never let go
It all started with...

3 words that saved my life.
It wasn't complicated, it wasn't complicated, it wasn't complicated, it wasn't complicated...

Baby it's 3 words that saved my life~

I love you...
I love you...
You are the love of my life... My life~
I love you...
I love you...
I love you...
You are the love of my life... My life~"

Hello~

2010-03-25T14:02:00.009+08:00

Wow! It's been more than eight months since I last posted anything in here. And I could say that it's been chaotic for the past eight months! Ok, first things first. Let's recap from where I left off.

A week right after our engagement ceremony my fiance, Nasir, departed for Brisbane to further his studies there for two years and a half. I was quite in sorrow on the day he left since it was our 32nd monthsary. And I think that's when I became less active in updating this blog. Then, I got enrolled back in ITB for the Bachelor Degree programme I applied early 2009, and started uni in August. Thought first year of Bachelor Degree programme could be a honeymoon year for me. But instead, it's my worst nightmare. It's nowhere close to what we did during HND course. But Alhamdulillah, I managed to pass and got promoted to Semester 2.

-At the airport, 6th July, 2009 11:00am-

When September 2009 came, all of us went teary-eyed. Because it was just second day of Raya when the little brother, Lei, left for UK to further his studies at Keele University. Raya wasn't celebrated the way it should be because it was my first time spending Raya alone without Nasir. Got only ONE "Baju Kurung" tailored for Raya but it was bad news for me as well. Because the tailor didn't manage to get it done by Raya eve and I had to wear my old "Baju Kurung" for first day of Raya.

-The siblings-

Two weeks after that, it was my little sister, Adeq's turn to leave for UK as well, to resume in the second year of her degree programme at Southampton University. By then, the Raya spirit that I had been holding on to went down the drain~ No more Raya for me and I was all buried with loads and loads of assignments and solitude.

-Adeq & I-

As my final exams were approaching, the day that my fiance would come back home upon completing his first semester was approaching too. He got back during my revision week, mid November 2009. I was quite nervous about reuniting with my fiance again. It felt so weird to meet each other after long months of video calls on the MSN. It seemed like we were gonna meet for the first time but knew so much about each other. I showered TWICE before going to the airport with his mum, sister and niece to fetch him. LOL! When we finally met face to face, I was speechless. I couldn't bear to say anything when he was right in front of my eyes. And that was the day that I have been waiting for all that time. Alhamdulillah! Thank you Allah for the opportunity you've given me.

Then... It's the final exams! I just couldn't wait to get over with it. And when I did, another day with so much preparations to look forward to. It was Nasir's younger sister's wedding day on the 3rd of January, 2010. I was in charge of the decorating the "Balasan". Such a big responsibility I held. I was quite worried myself, wondered if I could manage it all by myself. Alhamdulillah! With the help of my mum and a few family members, we pulled through! And there goes my December.

-Orked's Dark Chocolate Mud Cake-

-Orked's creations: Fruits-

-Orked's creations: Polo shirts-

-Orked's creations: Office attire-

-At Shah's Majlis Malam Berbedak, Tutong-

-Shah & Liyana's Majlis Bersanding, Bunut-

Uni reopens by the second week of January 2010 and another month till Nasir departs for Brisbane again. He didn't get to stay for my 24th birthday, which was by the end of February 2010. It was then another first time for me celebrating my birthday without Nasir. But on the day before his flight back to Brisbane, he surprised me by taking me out to the Secret Recipe and asked me to order any cake I want. He was supposedly craving for cakes and when the cakes arrived to our table, he blurted out, "Happy advanced birthday, Syg!" And of course, there was a downpour. I was again speechless and overwhelmed.

-An advanced birthday surprise for me at the Secret Recipe, Serusop-

-The cakes-

-Lamb Pie-

Now, it's been more than a month since he got back to Brisbane. And I have a few more weeks before I face my final exams again. Well, I have to be strong to get over with this. Nicely, this time. Before indulging my looooong semester break. Wish me luck!

-At the airport, 9th February, 2010 1:30am-

I actually still have lots to share but I think it's too much too splurge on just one post. Maybe I'll post up some more pics soon. So now, I'm officially back blogging in here! =)

Fresh Flowers, Laces and Make Up.

2009-07-15T18:18:00.006+08:00

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The Preparations...

2009-06-25T21:45:00.001+08:00

Participate Orked's Quiz and Win Orked's Desserts!

2009-06-07T19:03:00.003+08:00

Please visit Orked's blog for more details about the quiz by clicking the image below.

ITB's 18th Convocation

2009-05-23T02:05:00.005+08:00

-Orked-

-Intake 22 Mechanical Engineers-

Click HERE to see more.

When 15th May comes...

2009-05-15T12:04:00.003+08:00

Happy 25th Birthday, Hubbyku Nasiruddin!

My Makeup Wish List No. 4

2009-04-27T19:06:00.003+08:00

I SO WANNA GET NUDE! This is so most wanted. The Perfect Nude 100% Natural Lip Trio by Bare Escentuals is TOTALLY perfect!

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Christian Louboutin Bouquet Platform Pumps

2009-04-27T18:47:00.004+08:00

This particular platform pumps of Christian Louboutin's reminds me so much of the red pumps, AdeQ got me in UK. Except that this one is a peep toe.

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I love it whole heartedly! But too bad that I can barely walk in them. Well, I'm just gonna wear it for photo shoot sessions as it is one of my precious possessions.

Local Batik Business in Town!

2009-04-24T23:33:00.002+08:00

Batik has been popular for decades. My mum loves Batik so much because she said that some Batik have one-off designs. So, you will never bump into someone with the same outfit the next time you attend a wedding. Since then, I grew interests in Batik. Here's my favourite one from Xean-Aman's collection of Batik. It's a handmade crepe silk Batik. I totally love the bright colour! And it's sold at a price everybody can afford. So, drop by Xean-Aman's blog to see more Batik.

[Click on image to see more of Xean-Aman's collection of Batik]

Movie Craves: Coming Soon

2009-04-21T15:57:00.001+08:00

Amelie's New Arrival!

2009-04-17T13:11:00.003+08:00

This is one of my favorite outfit from Amelie's.

[Click on image to see more of Amelie's clothing]

And this is one of my favorite handbag by Amelie.

[Click on image to see more of Amelie's handbags]

Currently, Amelie is open for pre-order clothes and bags. Add Amelie (amelie0217@hotmail.com) on your MSN if you're interested in ordering.

Some Time Off

2009-04-15T21:20:00.001+08:00

I'm totally exhausted!

Orked's Site All About Baking

2009-04-08T14:45:00.002+08:00

[Click on image to check out Orked's]

This is a site dedicated to all cookie lovers and Orked's desserts lovers. Check it out y'all!

Finally, I baked!

2009-04-03T23:43:00.007+08:00

Bought the ingredients a while ago but didn't have the chance to actually make the cookies. I would be out with friends and family or the other half most of the time until last Monday when Nasir asked what my plans were for the next day. I had the urge to say, "I'm going to bake cookies." But I stopped myself halfway when I remembered the last time I replied him that sort of answer. I told him that I was going to bake but I never did. So, this time I said, " I don't know. No plans so far. Just stay home, I guess." And that's when he said, "Baiktah buat cookies since nada kan dibuat." I smiled and and replied, "Well, I'm going to but I just don't want to say it."

So here it is, the cookies I made with so much determination. A whole lot of 1400 grams of cookies. These cookies didn't make it to where it should have been sold. Once these cookies were out of the oven, my mum booked 400 grams of them. Then the next day, my Grandma called to book another 400 grams, my brother bought 200 grams as a gift for Meelah's mum and Zaty bought 200 grams for her mum and herself as well. And the last 200 grams of them ended up in my possession. I took a 100 grams portion to the movies and shared it with Nana. We were watching the Shopaholic movie together and had the cookies to munch on during the movie. Then the other 100 grams ended up as a gift for the other half as a "roomwarming" gift when I finally get to see his newly renovated room last Thursday. I had been holding up for so long because I didn't have a gift for his room. And when I finally agree to go back to his home to see his facelifted bedroom, I only had a tin of cookies as a gift. But I will get him a proper gift for his new bedroom soon, Insyallah! So, a total of 1200 grams of cookies are sold! Alhamdulillah!

Freshly baked Old Fashioned Chocolate Chip Cookies

Now, I have four boxes of cookies (which is equivalent to 2000 grams) to make by Saturday night. One box is ordered by Sunui, another box ordered by Zaty (for her boyfriend, Aliff) and another two boxes ordered by Uncle Faris. And a box of Uncle Faris' order will be going to KL with his twin brother, Uncle Harris. Thanks to all my supporting customers! I had a good start in my baking business with all of you.

To make an order, call/text 8962702 or email me at orkeds@live.com.

Lush Product Series: Episode 2 - Hair

2009-03-28T14:09:00.006+08:00

How to:
Work a small amount into a later and rinse thoroughly; follow up with a LUSH conditioner for soft tresses.

For lank and lifeless hair:

I Love Juicy Shampoo

A tropical fruit quencher shampoo to clarify and amp up the shine

Overflowing with fresh kiwi, pineapple and papaya juices, I Love Juicy is a tropical feast for your oily hair. Extra shine comes courtesy of lemon and orange essential oils and seaweed adds body. Finally, a shampoo that the oilies can't run from! Deliciously fruity and super shiny locks can be all yours with the flip of a cap so what are you waiting for?

Best Seller Bottled Shampoo:

Big Shampoo

Lemon-lime margarita shampoo adds shine and body to fine hair

The difference between a hefty, healthy hairdo and a lot of limp, lackluster locks? It's this saucy, sassy, salty shampoo! BIG combines shine-enhancing citrus juices with the beautifying, hair-buffing impact of sea salt and genuine sea water for a body-building regimen your fine hair won't sweat over. Good things can come in small packages, but for body-boosting boom you can't beat BIG!

How To:

Wet both hair and the shampoo bar. Glide the shampoo bar down the length of your hair about three times (right, left and back). You may need additional swipes depending on hair volume. Work into a lather and rinse thoroughly. Follow with LUSH conditioner. Keep your solid shampoo in a cool, dry place between uses; we recommend using a LUSH shampoo bar tin.

Best Seller Solid Shampoos:

Godiva Solid Shampoo

Jasmine Nirvana of a shampoo bar to cleanse condition and glorify

Godiva shampoo's luscious blend of exotic oils and cocoa butter leaves tresses so beautifully conditioned, silk would be envious! Though the legendary beauty who rode naked through Coventry is the inspiration for this bar, please exercise restraint if you find yourself a bit carried away and tempted to give a similar performance. (Though, a naked horseback ride would be quite a novel and somewhat environmentally-friendly way to dry your hair...)

Karma Komba Solid Shampoo

Citrus and patchouli keep hair bouncy and tangle free

Karma Komba (pronounced "comber" as in beach) is fine for all hair types. It deep cleans and de-tangles hair, making it easier to comb (or komb) and is perfumed with our sensual Karma fragrance of citrus and patchouli. Its blend of essential oils is wonderful for toning your scalp and balancing sebum production. Now proudly SLS-free.

For storage:

Shampoo Bar Tin

Happy home for wayward shampoo pucks

Shampoo bars last longer if you give them a waterproof home to nest in. So we've created a tin for just this purpose. LUSH shampoo tins also hold our facial cleansers and other minimally packaged goodies.

How To:
Great for travel, pop in any solid shampoo bar, snap on the top, and you're good to go. Staying home? The tin helps your shampoo bar last longer!

How To:
Moisten the bar under warm water, then slide it gently along the length of your wet hair in long, top-to-bottom strokes. Massage it in with your fingertips as you would a conventional conditioner. Rinse thoroughly and revel in the results.

Best Seller Conditioner:

Jungle Conditioner

Freshly-picked tropical fruit tames easily tangled hair

With a sweet, grassy scent, Jungle solid hair conditioner is resplendent with exotic nurturing ingredients like cocoa butter, avocados, figs, bananas, passion fruit and kumquats. It imparts a beautiful texture to over-treated and undernourished hair so straight tresses end up shining bright and curly hair can bounce with vitality.

How To:

Apply generously to dry hair, leave on for 20 to 30 minutes, then shampoo out. Use about a quarter of a pot for short hair, or about half a pot for longer hair. Those with very long hair should use the whole pot. (Yes, it is a lot, but the effects are long lasting and well worth the investment.)

Best Seller Hair Treatment:

H'Suan Wen Hua Hair Treatment

Nourishes hungry, dry, out-of-condition hair

Named after the Cantonese god of hair, H'Suan Wen Hua gives unrivalled softness to dry or curly hair. This leave-in treatment smells a bit like salad dressing which is one of the reasons why it's best to wash it out thoroughly. But after it's soaked right in, swamping your locks with vitamin-rich watercress, protein-packed free range eggs, mucilaginous bananas and nutritious avocados, you'll forgive its funny smell.

How To:
Apply with your fingers to wet or dry hair, then blow-dry, scrunch or set your style. Use it to lift and revive dry hair any time of the day or night.

If I were to buy, my choice would be:

King Of Mods Styling Gel

Soft-hold gel fragranced with stimulating grapefruit and lime

King of the Mods is a soft hold gel to give a bouncy boost to your hair. We make it with eight-percent almond and camellia oils (the one that sumo wrestlers use to keep their long, dark hair soft, supple and in control) so it's good for your scalp, your hair and your look. King's grapefruit and lime scent is also great for waking you up in the morning.

How To:
1. Cut henna up into small pieces and put in a heatproof bowl.
2. Add hot water and let steep. Mix to a yogurt-like consistency.
3. Put on gloves and apply from back to front, coating hair thoroughly.
4. Cover in cling wrap for a more vibrant red. Leave on for one to six hours.
5. Rinse, shampoo, and condition hair.
Tips: Always do a strand test first. Use face cream (or Ultra Bland) around your hairline and ears to protect skin. Wrap hair in cling film for a redder color. For darker, richer colors, leave on longer (up to six hours).

If I were to buy, my choice would be:

Caca Noir Mama Henna Hair

For deep, blue-black or dark burgundy hair

Caca Noir (as in black) is for the darkest effect possible. Its combination of indigo with just a touch of red henna that gives a blue tint to your hair if the henna is allowed to air dry, or a redder hue if you cover your hair in plastic wrap. Cocoa butter helps the Caca stick to hair which means that you get more shine than with your average henna powder. Spicy clove bud oil is used in India for love potions but we use it to make your hair smell lovely.

[Source: Lush]

To be continued...

Lush Product Series: Episode 1 - Bath & Shower

2009-03-26T14:11:00.008+08:00

How To:

Fill tub with warm water, drop in the bath bomb and enjoy its lovely color and fragrance. Some LUSH bath bombs contain flower petals and or other surprises. If you prefer not to have them floating in your tub, wrap the bath bomb in a nylon before use. To make your experience even more memorable, combine a bath bomb with a bath melt.

Best Seller Bath Bombs:

Fizzy O'Therapy

Spicy ginger and clove bud relieve aching muscles

When you're feeling the strain, Fizzy O'Therapy provides warming comfort to aching muscles, creaking joints and sore feet. Imagine a warm bath fizzing with ginger, cloves, cinnamon and coriander; it's almost worth spending a couple of hours in the pool, or in the gym lifting weights, to justify immersing yourself in Fizzy's spicy, soothing bath-soup. (But you don't have to. Use one whenever you feel you need warming comfort.) Follow up with a Therapy massage bar rub for a calm and relaxed body.

Butterball Bath Bomb

A very vanilla soak to lull your skin into soft submission

Get ready for a hot one. Butterball's flecks of cocoa butter melt into a tubful of soothing deliciousness to make skin soft and supple. The vanilla musk fills your bathroom with a light, sweet bouquet while your skin basks in its moisturizing embrace and your senses sigh with pleasure. You deserve it; so slide into a buttery bath with Butterball.

How To:

Crumble under running warm water as you fill the tub. The amount you need to use will vary but this bar usually yields three to four baths. The stronger your water pressure, the more bubbles you will make; we encourage experimentation for best results. To get the most out of your bubble bars, keep them in a cool, dry place.

Best Seller Bubble Bar:

Karma Bubble Bar

Eastern spice and orange bubble bath spread light and love all over the place

If you've searched in vain for a fragrance with meaning; something meant to be worn forever rather than discarded with last season's fashions, then Karma could be just right for you. It has a spicy Far Eastern influence, with traditional European lavender and a splash of light orange dancing around in there somewhere. Once struck, you'll want it in every form that exists. Here it is as a bubble bar.

How To:

Drop half or a whole bath melt into the tub as it fills with warm water. When the tub is full, get in and let the natural oils soften and moisturize your skin. Bath melts are designed to melt at body temperature so keep them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Best Seller Bath Melt:

Dreamtime Bath Melt

Reassuring lavender and chamomile calm your senses before bed

Drifting off into a peaceful sleep has never been easier than after a warm bath with a Dreamtime bath melt. Its natural moisturizers help to soften your skin while lavender, jasmine, sandalwood and chamomile help you relax and get ready for bed. Sweet dreams!

How To:

Use in the shower or bath for delectably soft skin. Store in a well drained soap dish and keep dry between uses. Due to the amount of natural butters they contain, buttercreams melt easily so be sure to keep them away from heat sources. Try chilling or freezing buttercreams for an especially refreshing experience.

If I were to buy, my choice of Buttercream will be:

Emperor of Ice Cream Buttercream

Orange blossoms and mangos luxuriously nourish and cleanse skin

The Emperor of Ice Cream cleansing buttercream has rich macadamia nut oil, mango butter and magnificently expensive rose and jasmine absolutes. We wrap it only in vine leaves because it makes your skin feel so lovely you'll want to walk around naked. The Emperor of Ice Cream is named after a poem by Wallace Stephens. We decided to take the title and create a cleansing buttercream with only the finest ingredients fit for a king.

How To:

Shower jellies are one of our most innovative products and there are many fun ways to use them. You can crush them into a shower pouf to create a rich lather or rub them directly on your body. Try freezing (or chilling) them for an especially cool, refreshing shower or bath experience. Shower jellies also make great shampoos and add lots of softness and shine to hair.

If I were to buy, my choice of Shower Jelly will be:

Sweetie Pie Shower Jelly

Berry blast jelly cleanser leaves skin smelling delicious

Sweetie Pie cleansing shower jelly is made specially to smell like donuts and cherry muffins. We pour tantalizing blackcurrant and bergamot essential oils into a mixture of coconut infusion and skin softening seaweed jelly, along with a helping of purifying cypress oil. We add our secret jelly mixture then mash in sour cherries to give the sweetness a darker side. If you love the smell of You Snap The Whip but prefer to treat yourself less harshly, then Sweetie Pie is the jelly for you.

How To:

Place one on the floor of your shower under the water flow. As the warm water hits the emotibomb, it fizzes and surrounds you in a cloud of fragrant steam. For a sensory overload, wash with a complementary shower gel or piece of fresh handmade soap.

Best Seller Emotibomb:

Sex In The Shower Emotibomb

Cheeky ginger-scented fun in the shower

Going green is near and dear to our hearts so something like Sex in the Shower that encourages people to share the shower and conserve water is a very fine thing indeed. As the warm water touches its surface, wafts of sensual ginger entwine themselves around you. Reach for a bar of soap and wash your partner all over; just remember to turn the water off while you're in a lather. It's important to act responsibly in the shower.

[Source: Lush]

To be continued...

New to Lush?

2009-03-26T13:58:00.004+08:00

LUSH offers over 300 luxurious, ethical and indulgent bath & beauty products made by hand with fresh, organic ingredients. LUSH products for bath, body, hair and face are cruelty-free, vegetarian (and increasingly vegan), minimally preserved, minimally packaged and formulated by experts in natural cosmetics.

Interested to know more? Stay tuned. A Lush products series will be posted soon.

[Source: Lush]

Candy Heaven!

2009-03-22T23:36:00.003+08:00

Dylan's Candy Bar in New York City is one of the places I should visit before I die. Take a peek around the humongous candy store in the video below and enjoy!

Need To Get Your Jewellery Organised?

2009-03-22T14:08:00.003+08:00

Get it organized in a stylish way with Eiffel Tower Jewellery Stand Earrings Holder. This eye-catching earring holder features an elegant lady sitting at a bar table with Eiffel tower as background. Hundreds of tiny loops or hanging spaces on her skirt, Eiffel tower and the table for earrings and jewelry.

[Source: merx2go.com]

Another Hellokitty Makeup Birthday Pressie

2009-03-20T14:05:00.009+08:00

Besides the Red Killer Heels air flown birthday present from AdeQ, here's another birthday present air flown from Singapore. It's from my two beautiful Poppies, Tika and Ditta.

M·A·C's Limited Edition Hellokitty Lip Gloss in Fast Friends

Tika

Ditta

Then today, I checked my FB and found out that Amal has left me a message on my wall. She asked me to check her blog out and I was surprised to see her latest post. She got me these! Another birthday present to be air flown from UK. Because she said that she want to give it to me in person when she flies back home this June.

H&M's Hellokitty Eyeshadows and Make-up Kit

Amal

Thank you Tika, Ditta and Amal! I'm TOTALLY lavished with Hellokitty makeup gifts by all of you! I feel that everyday is my birthday. Heehee! Well, all I know now is that I am OFFICIALY a spoiled brat!

*pure bliss*

My Makeup Wishlist No. 3

2009-03-18T16:39:00.004+08:00

Fix + Rose by M·A·C

An aqua-spritz of vitamins and minerals, infused with a Calm-the-Skin blend of green tea, Chamomile, Cucumber, topped off with the scent oF 100% natural rose water. Adds radiance, finishes makeup. A must have for every makeup junkie!

My Makeup Wishlist No. 2

2009-03-15T18:35:00.000+08:00

Vibrant coloured pigments from Pure Luxe.

Also as seen on Nessasary Makeup - FOTD: Holiday Red & Black

My Makeup Wishlist No. 1

2009-03-15T18:34:00.005+08:00

[Click on image to read the review]

5 Camouflage Cream Palette - No. 2 by Make Up For Ever Professional Paris

As seen on Makeup Geek videos:

Where is the free-er time of my busy life?

2009-03-13T00:29:00.003+08:00

Busy. Tired. Busy. Exhausted. Busy. I HATE HECAS! Pffft.

A Token of Appreciation for AdeQ Kaka

2009-03-02T23:19:00.006+08:00

Model: Orked
Photographer: Nasir of Brunei Carzine & Within Alpha
Location: Empire Hotel & Country Club
Wardrobe by: Orked
Hair & Makeup by: Orked
Shoes: An air flown birthday present from beloved sister in UK, AdeQ

I love you, DeQ!

Click here to see more pictures.

Another Birthday Wishes from a Sweetheart -Nadia-

2009-03-01T13:33:00.005+08:00

Thank you Nadia for the birthday wishes on the post of your blog. You just brightened up my day! I thank you so much!

Nadia's post

Suweeeet cSoulmateKu - Aiira -, Princess Kaka -Amal- & cLating -Zaty-

2009-02-28T23:59:00.006+08:00

Thank you Aiira, Amal and Zaty for the birthday wishes. You girls are always the best! I love you MUCHAS!

Aiira's post

Amal's post

Zaty's post

Don't Stop Massage Candle

2009-02-28T14:44:00.007+08:00

Don't Stop 'til you get enough...

Set the scene for seduction with the glow of this luxurious candle and let the thrilling aphrodisiac fragrance arouse your senses. When you're ready to play, blow out the flame and drizzle the warm oil onto bare skin for a uniquely intimate, exciting massage experience.

This emollient massage candle is made of a rich blend of shea butter, vitamins A & E, jojoba, olive and coconut oils and clean-burning natural soy wax.

Because of it's unique formulation, the Don't Stop Massage Candle melts at just over body temperature , which makes it comfortably warm on the skin. The all-natural oils feel deliciously rich when massaged into the body and then simply soak into the skin, leaving a silky, soft feeling.

The Don't Stop Massage Candle is the perfect bedroom accessory to explore the classic "hot wax fantasy" in a thrilling, sensual and safe way. The luxurious oils can also be used as a soothing and nourishing post-bath moisturizing treatment.

The Don't Stop Massage Candle is a contained in a custom, ergonomic porcelain designed vessel. It features a uniquely tapered pour spout, which can be used to pour the warm oil directly onto the body or into the hands. The candle is decorated with a removable black & pink ribbon-bow, which we recommend removing before usage to keep it pristine, and comes with a porcelain coaster that can be used to protect the candle or the surfaces it sits on.

The Don't Stop Massage Candle is paraffin-free and has a burn time of approximately 46 hours.

Available in 2 aphrodisiac-inspired fragrance combinations:

- Spicy Chocolate Cinnamon

- Exotic Sandalwood Vanilla

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

- Remove the candle from outer packaging and wipe down to prevent slippage.

- Remove and flip lid, setting the base of the candle on top of the lid.

- To prevent soiling, remove the decorative ribbon around the middle and replace after use.

- For massage, let wick burn until a warm pool of wax forms. For an even burn, allow a level pool to form on the surface every time.

- Extinguish flame and gently pour warm wax onto the body, adding more as necessary.

- Treat your lucky playmate to a slow, adoring massage, keeping the wax away from sensitive skin.

- Wax will remain liquid for about 15 minutes. Simply relight the flame to create more oil.

- After each use, re-center and trim the wick to 1/4 inch and replace the lid. THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT TO KEEP THE WICK TRIMMED TO AVOID SMOKING!!!!

- Store in a cool dark place away from direct heat and sunlight.

- Don't transport in temperatures above 115 Degrees.

[Source: Beauty Parlor]

I waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaant!

Mini Watermelon Foot Tub from Avon

2009-02-26T21:10:00.006+08:00

Adorable, isn't it? And practical! If I have one like this, I'll promise my dear feet that I'll pamper them with aromatic foot soak sessions every night. No more excuses! So, why wait? Order now from Avon.

Cool Stop Motion Video

2009-02-24T01:14:00.004+08:00

Thanks Nani for showing me this video. It could be a good use for Adeq with her school projects.

Latest News: Brunei Carzine Car Show is officially cancelled!

2009-02-20T12:10:00.001+08:00

We are very sorry to say that the car show is officially canceled. The Main Organizer has declared the cancellation of the charity event to Brunei Carzine this morning. The reason is due to complex sensitivity issue.

[Source: Brunei Carzine]

HELLO KITTY MEETS M·A·C

2009-02-11T08:46:00.003+08:00

Sandcastle Disco

2009-02-08T13:27:00.006+08:00

I just arrived home when Nasir asked, "Cuba Syg liat blog Byy yang Within Alpha tu." I was still in my baju kurung after attending Natasha and Kamal's wedding reception at The Rizqun International Hotel. And my bro was playing CS on my lappie so I took my time to change into comfy clothes before checking out what's so special about Within Alpha.

I was FLATTERED when I saw the latest post of Within Alpha! It's a pweeety shot of me taken by Nasir when we were at the beach the other day. OMG, I am so loving it! Voluntary modeling wasn't that bad after all. I guess this is the credit for doing such a good deed aka voluntary modeling. *LOL* Thank you Byy for the beautiful shot of Syg!

A dream come true!

2009-02-01T00:34:00.004+08:00

This is so on top of my wish list! Just the lip gloss will do. Or maybe the palette too. And also the compact powder. Together with the blusher. The mascara as well... That's more than enough! OMG! I'm so going crazy!

M·A·C's special limited-edition Hello Kitty collection debuts this February. February? Right on time! *hint hint*

Happy Belated Birthday Bestie!

2009-01-28T14:53:00.004+08:00

Sorry for the belated, Tta. Was out all day yesterday with the girls then with the boyfie's family at night. Sorry that I had to steal one of your pics from FB and scribbled across it too! Well, I wish you well in everything you do. Balik tah lakas-lakas. I missed you too much already! Lastly, stay pretty always...

Brunei Carzine Turns 1!

2009-01-25T02:06:00.008+08:00

I created this blog of mine back on 14th January, 2008. Nasir teased me about having a blog at that time. I told him about the advantages of having blogs. Especially to keep in touch with my old friends and all. So, I talked him into creating one for himself too. And he was like, "Nanti tah Syg..." When he sees me busy updating my blog on his couch, he would come around and tell me about the blog he wanted to create. I remembered it vividly when Nasir explained to me about the idea of type of blog he wanted to create. He was babbling, "It'll be about cars. Something like a car magazine. But this will be an online car magazine." I was like, "Oh really, Byy? Apatah nama blog Byy ane?" Nasir answered with a huge grin, "Car magazine? Carzine? Brunei Carzine!" Ok, I made up the huge grin part. I was so happy because on 24th January, 2008, I finally convinced Nasir into creating a blog! And since then, we shared the same hobby besides cars, photography and food! What else, Byy?

The Launch

Today, 24th January, 2009, is Brunei Carzine's 1st anniversary! In conjunction of its anniversary, Brunei Carzine freshen up by having a new look. Throughout the year, a lot of hard work have been done by Nasir. It was a one man show! Despite having me to hold the reflector or the camera bag or the car keys in the photo shoot sessions, I agreed that Brunei Carzine is the outcome of the hard work of a local car enthusiast. The support from blog readers either local or international, local car scenes, loyal advertising customers, etc. have made Brunei Carzine a reliable source of car related information and news, and it has developed into Bruneians' favourite car blog. Congratulations Brunei Carzine on your 1st anniversary!

The New Look

Check out Brunei Carzine's fresh new look!

Another Local Biz Rising...

2009-01-17T15:12:00.008+08:00

A handbag is an accessory to complete a girl's look. It's a matter of appearance as well as practical. So, we need a handbag that looks good and provides enough space to carry our "special kits". To know what kind of woman a particular woman is, just have a look through her handbag. Explore her "special kits", which definitely will tell if she's a make up junkie or a gadget lover or even, a mum! While I was browsing (again!), I crossed paths with Handbags [click to see more handbags]. The following are a few of the handbags that caught my attention.

They don't only offer pretty, stylish yet practical handbags. But they also offer them at SUPER LOW PRICES! Check it out yourself...

Heaven for Accessories Lovers

2009-01-11T23:06:00.007+08:00

I was browsing through Shop @ Sarah's blog and spotted out Amelie's link on the chatbox. I paid a visit and found it totally amazing. Real nice accessories at affordable prices. Well, that's Amelie's aim in her accessories business. Here's one of her offerings that captured my attention. But unfortunately, it's sold out. So, be sure to have a look at Amelie's Accessories [click to see more accessories] because they sell out real fast!

When Nasir took me out for dinner...

2009-01-10T12:05:00.005+08:00

Date: Friday, 6th November, 2008
Venue: Villa Mauri, Jln. Muara

RBTS Appreciation Night

2009-01-09T23:04:00.010+08:00

Date: Friday, 24th October, 2008
Venue: Polo Club, Jerudong

RBTS Exposition

2009-01-09T00:08:00.013+08:00

Date: Thursday, 16th October, 2008
Venue: Chancellor Hall, UBD

RBTS-ians Lunch-ing Out

2009-01-08T23:54:00.001+08:00

Within Alpha features...

2009-01-08T16:50:00.004+08:00

To do a "strobing" photo shoot together is one of our seven revolutions for the year 2009. Nasir and I gladly strike it out on our 2009 resolutions list when we set a setting for a "strobing" photo shoot session outside his house and took several shots with my ride last Tuesday. It was his request to shoot with my own car. But I never thought that Nasir would post it on his picture blog. I really thought that we were just doing it for fun. *giggles*

Here I am featured on the new photo gallery of Nasir's with my so-so ride. Try to have a look around at Within Alpha and enjoy!

Raya 2008 Part 6 (Final Batch!!!)

2009-01-07T23:24:00.029+08:00

Beraya Seluruh Brunei!
Date: Sunday, 12 October, 2008
Venue: Bang Mat's Place, Danau

Raya with ITB-ians
Venue: Radh's Place, Sg. Teraban

Venue: Lina's Place, Kg. Pandan (I think!)

Venue: Azraie's Place, Lumut

Venue: Ujai's Place, Beribi

Venue: Yusran's Place, Kg. Batu Ampar

Raya 2008 Part 5

2009-01-07T22:09:00.008+08:00

My Open House
Date: Saturday, 11th October, 2008
Venue: My Empyrean, Rimba

Raya 2008 Part 4

2009-01-07T17:05:00.012+08:00

Raya with Nasir's Family
Date: Wednesday, 7th October, 2008
Venue: Shah's Place, Tutong

Venue: Hasif's Place

Venue: Bg Jal's Place, Menglait

Venue: Babu's Cousin's Place, Lambak Kanan

Venue: Wa Nine's Place, Lambak Kanan

Venue: Nasir's Uncle's Place, Lambak Kanan

Happy New Year 2009!

2008-12-31T14:08:00.004+08:00

Wishing all Me, Myself & Orked's readers a Happy New Year 2009!
Thank you for viewing my picture blog.
Hope you are entertained with all the pictures I posted on this blog throughout the year.

Once again, Happy New Year 2009!

Lots of ♥,
Fatin Shokry aka Orked

Raya 2008 Part 3

2008-12-27T12:46:00.011+08:00

Raya with My Poppies
Venue: Liyana's Place, Sg Akar
Date: Monday, 6th October, 2008

Raya 2008 Part 2

2008-12-23T16:07:00.011+08:00

Date: Sunday, 5th October, 2008
Venue: Byy's Place, Bunut

Raya 2008 Part 1

2008-12-20T14:14:00.015+08:00

Date: Friday, 3rd October, 2008
Venue: Uda Salleh's Mansion, Kapok

Venue: Amit Yusof's Mansion, Kapok

Amal Leaving for UK
Venue: Brunei International Airport

Venue: Aunty Jamil's Place, Lambak

Venue: Zie's Place, Jangsak

Hari Raya Mail from Ditta, Singapore

2008-12-14T22:05:00.002+08:00

Thanks for the card, Tta. It was a total surprise! Tta, balik waa. I miss you a lot ne~ *sob!*

Adeq Depart for UK

2008-12-09T22:16:00.014+08:00

Date: Monday, 22nd September, 2008
Venue: Brunei International Airport, Berakas

For my dearest beloved Adeq Kaka yang tersayang...

2008-12-09T22:09:00.002+08:00

"Lepak", "Bergauk" & "Sahur"

2008-11-16T14:20:00.013+08:00

Date: Saturday/Sunday, 20th/21st September, 2008
Venue: De Royalle Cafe, Bandar

Family Sungkai

2008-11-12T20:02:00.006+08:00

Date: Saturday, 20th September,2008
Venue: Rasa Malaysia Restaurant

UK Pre-departure Doa Selamat for Kaka's Beloved Adeq

2008-11-11T21:46:00.014+08:00

Date: Thursday, 18th September, 2008
Venue: My Empyrean aka My House *giggles*, Rimba

Decoration Project

2008-11-11T21:20:00.004+08:00

Date: Wednesday, 17th September, 2008
Venue: Hua Ho and RBTS, Kiulap

Sungkai with Loved Ones

2008-11-09T01:13:00.007+08:00

Date: Thursday, 11th September, 2008
Venue: The Rizqun Coffee House, The Mall

Jalan Jalan Cari Makan

2008-11-07T22:05:00.006+08:00

Date: Saturday, 13th September, 2008
Venue: Azmee Restaurant

The Arch Part 2

2008-11-07T21:05:00.004+08:00

Date: Friday, 12th September, 2008
Venue: The Arch

The Arch Part 1

2008-10-21T21:48:00.006+08:00

Date: Saturday, 6th September, 2008

Venue: The Arch

Lunch Out with RBTS-ians

2008-10-21T21:27:00.003+08:00

Date: Wednesday, 27th August, 2008
Venue: Red Canopy, Seri Kiulap Plaza

Him & Her

Aira (Munir's *giggles*), Nic & Meel

Her, Nadia & Aira

Miza, Ali & Amp

Nazib & Miza

Family Futsal Tournament

2008-10-02T23:30:00.010+08:00

Date: Saturday, 23rd August, 2008

Venue: MTSSR

Dyno~ Dyno~

2008-08-24T17:04:00.001+08:00

Music to my ears~

Injen SES Exhaust On Nissan 350Z

2008-08-24T15:09:00.001+08:00

F*ck! When am I gonna get one for my own???

Lisa Loeb - Stay (I missed you)

2008-08-24T14:03:00.002+08:00

"The lover's in love, and the other's run away,

The lover is crying 'cause the other won't stay."

This is such an oldie... But still, it touches my heart <3...

Semester Five: Supervised Work Experience

2008-08-09T20:11:00.009+08:00

Supervised Work Experience (SWE)

Duration: Monday, 28th July, 2008 - Friday, 26th December, 2008

Venue: Royal Brunei Technical Services (RBTS)

Day One at work

Day Two at work

Day Three at work

Day Four at work

So far, I find working in office environment is not making me feel any comfortable. I feel so left out. I can only think of myself in a classroom with a teacher babbling in front. I guess I'm not ready to work yet. I don't know if I can handle this. Especially the office SNOB situation. It's really depressing. It's really tearing my heart into pieces. How I wish this to end so quickly. Because I need to patch up my wounds. Sigh!