Harry Potter

Me and my sister took turns reading Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone out loud. My copies are battered because I read them so often in my teens. There should be a sign saying 'Handle with Care.' on the covers because some of the pages would come off.

It's been a while since I last read them, but surprisingly I can still recall some parts of the book word-by-word.

I prefer the book version compared to the movies. I don't think I'm the only one who dislike the movie version of this book. The movie is too fast paced to capture the magic of J.K Rowling's writing, the humour, especially. I think I've only watched the first few of the Harry Potter films, after that I didn't bother about it anymore.

One scene in the film that I'm particularly unhappy about is when Draco Malfoy called Hermoine a 'mud-blood' and Hermoine dashed off in tears. Hermoine in the book does not give a fig if anyone called her a 'mud-blood', and she certainly would not burst up in tears for something insignificant like that. Hermoine is stronger than what the film portrayed her to be. (I watched that movie when I was like 13 or 14, I still remember that scene)

No offence to fans of the movie. I just feel that the original book is better.

My bed side table is stacked with books

By the way, my favorite characters are Hermoine Granger, Luna Lovegood, Sirius Black, James Potter and Albus Dumbledore.
Hermoine for her intelligence, Luna for her oddness, Sirius Black and James Potter for their hotness and Dumbledore for his nobleness and great wisdom.

Yes, I do think Sirus and James are hot, sorry Lily. Too bad they're all dead. I also thought the young Tom Riddle would be really cute too. Don't we all love the bad boys?
So, who's your favorite?

xx
LadyG

Kimchii Fried Rice

I'm currently craving this: Kimchii Fried Rice with Sunny Side Up.

Must buy Kimchii. My favorite ones are from Hi Seoul at Likas Square. Their Kimchii are by far the best I've tasted, not too spicy, enough tanginess and crunchy.

Kimchii taste great with plain rice or instant noodles. One can also make Kimchii soup with seafood and tofu or Kimchii fried rice.


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LadyG

Beware

I went to Harris that day saw some novels I wanted, they have this sticker '2nd @ Rebate 50%' so I bought four of them. The lady behind the counter asked me if I have a popular card, I sure did. So I handed mine for her to scan, thinking I might get an additional 10% with the 50% off.

When I got home and checked the receipt, I noticed that each book was given 10% off, but it did not mention 50% off for 2 of the books. I have a good mind to go back to the store but upon closer inspection on the sticker, it stated: 'Not applicable with Popular card and other Promotion.'

I felt cheated, why did the staff ask for my Popular card when she knew it will make the 50% offer invalid? I can remember the many times I have bought books with the 50% sticker before, which means I didn't really get to enjoy the offer after using my Popular card.

Let this serve as a lesson everyone out there, don't make the same mistake as I did. DO NOT use your Popular card if you're buying books with this '2nd @ Rebate 50%' sticker. Of course, you may use the card for normal priced items.


Disclaimer: I'm not trying to discredit Harris or Popular bookstore or anything. I'm a regular customer there and I appreciate my Popular card which gave me 10% off 'Regular' priced items. I'm just trying to bring up some awareness for other book lovers.

By the way, this book is from the Rouge Regency series: His Favorite Mistress by Tracy Ann Warren.

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LadyG

My Sister made meatballs

Made from scratch with minced meat, chopped mushrooms, cooking wine, soysauce and browned to golden perfection. I'm craving some, now.
 

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LadyG

My Scheming Silk Mask 我的心机蚕丝面膜

Silk mask is really fun to use, they are lighter, softer, more flexible and adhere better to the skin and face contour compared ordinary non-woven sheet mask. Natural silk fibers can improve absorption of essences into your skin. Silk's structure is said to be closest to human skin and it's effect is 5 to 10 times better than the regular ones. 

I like using silk mask while working on my computer or watching TV because they cling tightly to your skin and won't slip off. They're very cooling and refreshing especially during hot days. Here are some of the silk mask by My Scheming I bought from Watson during CNY.  Each cost RM6.90 and they're worth every penny (or should I say cent?)  I couldn't resist the cute packaging. 


My Scheming Hyaluronan Acid + Sponge Cucumber Extract Hydrating Silk Mask
 玻尿酸 + 丝瓜水 双效保湿循环蚕丝隐形面膜

Sponge Cucumber is rich in water content and moisturizing properties to improve skin. Along with imported high concentrate hyaluronic acid from Japan, it can form a protective layer on the skin for continuous moisture replenishment and water lock. Refreshing and good absorbency.

My Scheming L-ascorbic Acid + Tranexamic Acid Extract Whitening Silk Mask
左旋C + 傳明酸 驱黑净白隐形蚕丝面膜

L-ascorbic Acid controls skin dullness and it aids skin defense against UV rays. Together with Tranexamic Acid Extract, they provide twice the whitening effect for the skin. Dullness and uneven skin tone problems can be reduced.

My Scheming  Deep Sea Water + Ice Age Water Extract Moisturizing Silk Mask
海洋水 + 冰河晶粹 双效深沉补水蚕丝隐形面膜

Deep Sea water contains an abundance of minerals and it's similar to skin moisture molecule so they absorb very well into the skin. This mask can provide deep moisture to the skin, locking them in to give the skin a healthy glow. 


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LadyG