Just like the passing clouds.
It will pass.
It will get better.

[ You Better Not Think About Me]

Only human

My heart has a heavy.
Even retail therapy can't help this time round.

Stay home Saturday

Peh peh peh pehhhh~

Hello world!

Life finally got a little more interesting lately.
Work-life balance is so important!
 

20 facts about me

Because I am way too bored at home on a Saturday afternoon.

1) I'm an introvert. Yes even though i may not look like one. Really am just a quiet and shy person deep inside. I love silence so much i can just sit beside a bestfriend all day keeping quiet. Well unless i am very close with you, i rarely open up.

2) I love to sleep! ever since i was little, sleeping was my hobby.

3) I like to drink yakult without a straw.

4) Can't live with chocolates. Favourite has got to be Reese's peanut butter cup.

5) I have interest in fashion design but i suck at drawing.

6) I'm a middle child. The occasionally awkward kind.

7) Love reading and studying i wish i could do that my entire life.

8) I'm a tea person. Green tea especially^^

9) As a taurus, i think i am really stubborn? And i am always right! Sorry to come off a little arrogant or something, but i really am always right!

10) I secretly likes guys in suit. A brown oxford is a bonus! Geez so sexy~

11) I'm a saver not a spender. Though i may spend alot at times, I do make sure i save first before i spend.

12) I like it when people pronounce my name correctly. But that is really rare! Katherine with a TH not katchurine or something. -.-

13) I was a yes girl back in poly days. I never say no when people asked me out. Which makes me pretty popular among friends but really tiring at the same time. #yolo

14) I DO NOT EAT VEGGIES. Okay maybe broccoli and cauliflower. But i really dislike bitter leafy greens.

15) I have a dream to spend the other half of my life in a cosy bar everyday with my friends.

16) HATE LIZARDS. MY BIGGEST ENERMY.

17) I am attracted to people who are intelligent. Those who can give me knowledge everyday...like do you know lizards can live up to 10 years kind of interesting facts.

18) I have really weak lungs :(

19) I'm a believer of the secret. Still trying my best to practice gratitude everyday.

20) I am a social media addict.


WEEE ALL DONE! That wasn't as hard as it seems :))))

Updated Skincare Routine

Here's an update on my current day and night skincare routine.

I used to always get some tiny pimples all year round especially during the week before my period comes. But now, it has cleared up alot and i mostly only get 1 or 2 during the 'peak' period.

So i guess this is the formula that really works for my skin :)

Day:
Cleanse: Organic Oatmeal (Doesn't matter if its organic or not, oatmeal is really great for sensitive skin. Plus, it's extremely affordable!)
Tone: Avene Thermal Spring Water.
Moisturise: Nature Republic Aloe Vera Gel (not very moisturizing which is great for day use because our face usually gets oily after a long day at work!)
Sun protection: Neutrogena Ultra sheer dry touch sunblock in SPF 50 (Best sunscreen ever!)

I would usually keep my day routine short and sweet as i would be putting on some make up and i do want my skin to feel very light weight and less burdened.


Night:
Remove your make up first!
Cleanse: Hada labo cleanser
Tone: Avene Thermal Spring Water with a cotton pad to remove excess makeup left on your skin.
Serum: Loreal Youth code boosting essence (I SWEAR BY THIS PRODUCT!) and bliv off with those head on my nose
Moisturise: Snail street cream.

Again, i don't have a super duper 12 steps skincare routine but this is what works for me. Haven't found a suitable eye cream yet so i don't put on any for now :)

Most important thing is to massage your face when you put on your essence and moisturisers so that it will be absorbed into your skin. Otherwise, all your work and products will go to waste!

Mundane Monday -.-

Wonderment 2013

Halloha!
Have you watched Wonderment over the weekend like I do?
Awesome wasn't it? So glad that the Singapore dance scene is getting bigger and climbing higher.
Let's spread the joy of dancing!


Pictures from yesterday~





Very proud of these passionate elders for shining so bright on stage!




















































































And of course super proud of my loverboy! Airflare lika free and so cute when he does hip hop.
Can't wait for him to be stronger and better!



Well, I hope y'all enjoyed your weekends.
Last few hours to Monday.
I'm trying to beat the Sunday Blues!!! =(

Free Samples

Hello yall! I believe this post will benefit all typical singaporeans who love anything free!
Yes even myself. Samples are a great tool for you to try out the products before committing them...just in case you might not suit them.

So go ahead and click on those links below the images to redeem your samples!





FreshKon Airis and Everyday +



The Body Shop Tea Tree Oil






Lancome UV Expert





L'oreal Youth Code
(This is the product i really can't live without. I think i've wrote a review quite sometime ago on this. Currently on my third bottle now :D)




Lactacyd




Cetaphil







Poise




Listerine






Vaseline



Well, thats about all for now.
Oh and.. You're welcome!

Happy Birthday Singapore!

Kinda forgotten how to use blogger. I'm getting old and rusty!
It's been so long since i last had a day with no agenda. Feels good lying on my bed and just surfing.
Thinking of what i should write in the future.. products review? lifestyle? working out? or maybe just anything under the sun?

Let me know if you have any suggestions. Leave a comment on my ask.fm account :)
http://ask.fm/katherinelxh


In the meantime, HAPPY HOLIDAY!

Striking a balance

Never thought i would need to strike that balance because I've always been really lucky, things just flow through nicely for me. Well, most of the time.

Until work took over and things got into a huge mess. My work, my life and my room!
Haha. I swear my room was in the biggest mess ever for the longest time.

I would get really tired after work/dance and never had the motivation to clean my room.
Even if i do, it'll only stay clean for 3 days and go back to that terrible state thereafter. It can last for months
Horrible.
I stopped counting my blessings.
I took things for granted.
I tried to squeeze in time for everyone, but got really tired myself.
I looked like a caveman.

Then, about 3 days ago, I told myself i had enough.
I really need to get myself organised.
I started cleaning my room first. Then watched some videos to get my skincare routine back on track.
I started working out again and got back to my gratitude journal.

Then things got better :)

Work seems to get less complicated and everything flows through beautifully once again.
The recruitment agency that have been giving me problems found a promoter at the very last minute, saving me from all the trouble.
Artwork got approved easily.
My skin condition got better as i stick to my routine.

Haha. It's like I'm working the magic again.

Of course, organising plays an important role.
If you ever find your life getting out of hand sometimes, get organised! Be grateful!

I hope to changed all the bad habits i have and be a better person.
Also, I need to go back to reading.

Have a great week guys!
I'm gonna revive this blog ^^

Happy.

Sunday

My favourite day of the week.
Every other day gets too hectic that i'm appreciating my Sundays more.

Gratitude

Haven't blog a real post with pictures in a long while.

I kinda miss this place.

Life has been really really good to me lately.
I'm not sure if it's because i've been practicing gratitude very often. I know many of you might not believe in it, but i do :)

It also turned me into a better person. Less frustrated and slightly better temper ^^.







Gonna join Super24 with my favourite group of dancers YAY!! Prolly the last alrdy.
Getting too old for dance. haha!








Basically loving my life so much right now but i'll strive even harder to get the things i want.
Really motivated now that everything is going as planned. Will share the news with you guys once it is double confirmed!

tata~

ABSSSS!!!

Hello peeps! Just sharing with you this Ultimate 6 pack exercise that i've just started trying today. I almost died. In fact, i couldn't do the 4 sets of 25 that he mentioned. Did a 50 straight for each exercise.

But it's enough!
Can't wait to get super sexy abs seriously. Please please come to me....
I'll be alternating this workout with the 8 mins abs work out lvl 2 + 4 mins planking to see if there's any results =)


Jia you everyone! One step nearer to a sexier you =)

Health and Fitness

I rarely got to touch my macbook these days. Work was manageable but i guess my body was not used to lasting the whole day without naps. haha!

After some online influence, I'm gonna start working out to tone my body. Noticed a little tummy coming out NUUUUUU!!! I'll also be watching my diet from now on. More veg even though i hated them, and less rice (my favourite). Don't get me wrong i'm not trying to lose weight. Just need to start toning up and eat healthier =)


Everyone should start too! Especially you're more towards the meaty side. Start doing something and stop complaining about your looks!

I have a board on pinterest that might keep you motivated =) some hot bods and exercises you could do. They are mostly on abs though, cause that's where i wanna tone.

http://pinterest.com/dopekat/dance-and-workouts/

Gambatte everyone! Working out will make you feel better too, thus a happier you!!!

it's getting harder

How long more do i have to wait?

4am

Feeling the anxiety of starting work on Monday. God i kinda hate it. Not that i love being a bum but this routine thing? I just hope i would love doing what i do =)
Or maybe i just dislike waking up early and it also means no naps!!! NO NAPS!! T.T

Gem 8

Time flies. From Gem 3 to 8.. It's been 6 years!

This year was fantastic. Just like the rest of the GEM =) You know it'll be great whenever you dance with this bunch of elders. The fun and laughter T.T














Even though i might be very busy with work in the future, one thing i would never give up, is dancing with them. No regrets when i look back at my life when i'm old right? =)
Do what you love!

tough.

Things changed.

Do we accept and live with it, or quit dragging and walk away?

It is a mistake to date someone your age or even younger than you. Because girls mature faster than guys. We are always hoping and praying that they will one day grow up to become more sensible and responsible. But that day will never come.

I'm urging all single girls to go for older guys next time. AT LEAST 3 YEARS OLDER OKAY!!

They are definitely wiser. Mark my words.

I spent my Sunday watching this. Strange and cheena but i definitely learnt alot.
This 3rd couple made me cried a bucket.

Some visuals from my phone.

New year resolution #101

Finish what i've started.