Aibi Ez Tone Cycling Chair - Review

Getting a cycling machine had always been at the back of my head, and i finally did!

I looked around and chose AIBI Ez Tone cuz i like how it isnt bulky, it's SILENT (magnetic) and very sleek looking. I've always been a sucker for nice packaging. That factor would usually contribute to 60% of my decision-making. 

Oh I used to cycle in the gym with level 1 tension and my friends would just look at me with the 'you call that exercising?' face. But i must say this level 1 tension did made me lose significant weight on my thighs. My theory is that it doesn't build muscle, but burns fat and makes you sweat if you cycle at a constant, fast speed. Not scientifically proven but I'm a life example. 

The downside of the Ez Tone is that it doesn't come with an option to switch tension. However, I'm perfectly fine with it, i just need that little tension to stick to my theory. 

This machine is retailing at S$699, very steep imo. Plus I couldn't find a single review online so I decided to try Gumtree.com to see if i could get lucky. and i did! Bought a second hand Ez Tone for only S$299!

It was almost brand new, scratch free and in this exact gold which happened to match my light gold curtains. lol. I checked and self-collected it in a taxi, it fits nicely into the boot, very fuss free. In case you're wondering, the previous owner (from New Zealand) lives in a nicely renovated condo and because she hardly has time to cycle, she finds it an eye sore to have it sitting in her living room. 

  

Had it for 1.5 months now, sis and i are utilizing it well! On lazy days I'll cycle at a moderate speed and watch TV. When I need a workout I'll paddle fast for about 20mins and I'll be drippin sweat!

NO REGRETS! =D

Bidam - Our Precious Pearl Winter White

Bidam says: "Hiiiii !"

Pearl Winter White

D.O.B: 15/6/2013

In case you're wondering, Bidam was the name of my fav korean character in the series Queen Seonduk. 

A very skilled warrior (ninja-like) who died for his loved one. :'( 

I think with every passing year i must be getting more sentimental or so.

I find myself getting too attached to things/people, and at the same time i fear losing them.

Very unsettling feeling.

Take Bidam for example. He isnt my first pet hamster, I've also had a winter white (Grey) for 3 years.

Took me a yr and a half before i felt a connection and eventually upset about his death.

But here i am typing, only having spent 3 days with Bidam, finding it hard to sleep.

Because of the imperfection of this amazing habitrail cage we've (me & my sis) gotten him.

looks amazing isnt it, i do like how it's extendable and i think Bidam enjoys it too. But problem is, the wheel that comes along with it has a wide gap that constantly causes his tiny feet to slip. I worry it'll injure him. I dont want him to fracture his legs or accidentally scratch his eyes causing an eye infection., so i've removed it and am desperately searching for safe wheel.

Next thing is his water bottle, it doesnt have a ball bearing, instead the water is held in via pressure (gotta shake the bottle 3 times to prevent leakage). I'm kinda worried if he has figured out how to take a sip. What if he dehydrates and die?!

He's showing weird behaviour, he would lay spreadout, motionless under the water bottle with his eyes wide open for 15-20min. Almost like he's daydreaming or depress.Then the next moment he would become really active runnign around. He doesnt resist when we hold him, doesnt bite. In fact he has a really mild temper.

He loves spreading himself out between our thighs while we stroke his back/belly and fall aslp. Which is kinda weird for a hamster to remain that still! You can watch the vid via my instagram >>

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I dont know if he's relaxed, bored, depressed or having a heat stroke (based on some research). 

When i move him to the air conditioned room, he'll start to sneeze non-stop!

It worries me!! I'm so afraid he'll die. =((

I was googling all night for alternatives and solutions..sigh..

Stay strong little one!!

My male-bestie

Every girl needs a male-bestie to share ur ugly side with. 10yrs and counting! 👫

Shit Asian Mum Says

My mum indeed!

M.A.C Moody Blue Makeover

M.A.C was holding some regional makeup training and having recently left my job i had alot of time to spare so i took up the offer to sit in as one of their face model.

I had the makeup artist from Sydney and this moody blue was the look she had to create.

She did a fantastic job, the smokey eyes were really dramatic like all the way up to my brow but for once i didnt look like i was being punched in my eyes. This photo below didnt capture the intensity of the blue and the contrast of the nylon white. The look was intense and i love it!

M.A.C is by far the most generous beauty company i've 'modeled' for.
We had free flow of choc, biscuits and cartons of juices.
They even catered a generous portion of delifrance pastries and savories. 

Best of all each of us gets to bring home a goodie bag with $100+ worth of products. 

Here's my darling Sam who works with M.A.C

They toned down the eye shadow and the colours managed to stage intense all the way till midnight even though i have freaking oily skin. It was smudging abit by the end of the night but no matter how wiped off the excess it's still intense. M.A.C and Makeupforever will always be my 2 fav!