Wi-Fi Detector T-Shirt

I want this. Now. Here’s what the page says:

Wi-Fi Signal Status for You and the World!

Here at ThinkGeek we’re pretty lazy when it comes to technology. We expect our gadgets to do all the busywork while we focus on the high level important tasks like reading blogs. That’s why we hate to have to crack open our laptops just to see if there is any wi-fi internet access about… and keychain wi-fi detectors, we would have to actually remove them from our pockets to look at them. But now thanks to the ingenious ThinkGeek robot monkeys you can display the current wi-fi signal strength to yourself and everyone around you with this stylish Wi-Fi Detector Shirt. The glowing bars on the front of the shirt dynamically change as the surrounding wi-fi signal strength fluctuates. Finally you can get the attention you deserve as others bow to you as their reverential wi-fi god, while geeky chicks swoon at your presence. You can thank us later.

Product Features

• Glowing animated shirt dynamically displays the current wi-fi signal strength.
• Shows signal strength for 802.11b or 802.11g
• Black 100% Cotton T-Shirt
• Animated Decal is Removable (with hook and loop fasteners) for Easy Washing
• Battery Pack is Concealed in a Small Pocket Sewn Inside the Shirt
• Runs for hours off three AAA Batteries (not included)

Washing Instructions

1. Carefully peel animated decal from front of T-Shirt
2. Unplug ribbon connector behind decal and remove decal
3. Unplug battery pack and remove it
4. You can leave the ribbon cable inside the shirt
5. Machine wash gentle cycle on cold
6. Hang to dry
   Please Note: If you plug the connector into the battery pack backwards the shirt will not animate properly. It will not damage the shirt. Simply reverse the connector.

Fyrinnae Eyeshadows

Zark and I ordered a batch of sample eye-shadows from Fyrinnae together, 2 USD each, about 1/4 tsp each. I have not tried them on yet, but they look really good. Kimchi, Titania, Sluagh and Anemone are hers, the rest are mine. Yes, I am a vain bitch. So sue me.

The Bra Issue

I am well-endowed – even gay guys comment on this matter, so it is an issue I am well aware of. Unfortunately, this “blessing” comes with its share of problems, like not being able to find good tops, and very importantly, finding the right founding garments.

I’ve tried all kinds over the years, and they never really did that good a job. Either they are too loose and precipitates saggy boobs, or they are too tight. Tight bras, as to opposed general opinion, are not good for support. If you just have a normal bra that is tight, and it feels like some amount of support, trust me, it is not. It flattens out the boobs, especially the nipples, and if you have big boobs like me, it just makes it more droopy because the boobs are not supported, they are simply compressed against the chest. It is one step away from binding.

So, with this in mind, imagine my joy when I stumbled across the great invention of the underwire. Underwire supports breasts from underneath, giving it definition and lifting it up. It is not a push-up bra, it is a support bra that works the same magic without the artificiality.

The downside of underwire, of course, is discomfort. Underwire bras are everywhere – good ones are not. If you do not choose them right, the underwire can suffocate you to death and leave red marks on your skin. If you have big breasts, which is likely if you are going for underwire, it is inadvisable to choose a padded bra. They generally increase the discomfort. Most bras in Singapore are likely to be padded, thanks to the flat-chested general population. The optimum combination for me that I’ve found is an underwire with no padding, where the cup is simply made of cloth or lace. This allows for the breast to be fully cupped and supported – padding generally detracts from support, and can squish the nipples uncomfortably.

This combination is not that easy to find – in fact, when I first discovered this combination, it was because my mother bought them for me from somewhere, and promptly forgot where she bought it. But in most department stores, you can simply ask the salesperson for this specific combination, and they might have it in stock, if you are lucky. If not, keep looking. Make sure you try it and ensure it is comfortable, and never be afraid to tell the salesperson your specific requirements – they are paid to service you.

Papillio Birkenstocks

I have a strange, lasting affair with Birkenstocks due to various reasons, mainly Comfort and Screwy Feet.

My old pair (Papillio Gizeh Baroque Art Dalia, 06 collection) was nearly totally dead – the heel was half worn out and was making me walk on the outsides of my feet which made my legs ache in the end. I also have another really old pair of Betulas that I’m probably going to trash as well because they are worn out and are also ugly. So… in 2 days, I bought these two:

Papillio Gizeh Baroque Art Dalia (A.K.A. the same pair as my old one), $99 at Wheelock, original price $129.

Papillio Gizeh Garden Party White, $77.40 at World of Sports at Plaza Singapura, original $129. (nearly all Birkenstocks at 40% off, which is a really good deal. A lot of ’07 collection designs, they also had Floridas)

I also like these:

Gizeh Nepalese Orchid (06 collection). Had ‘em at World of Sports, but not in my size.

Gizeh Meadow Spring Blue (08 collection)

New Top

There seems to be perpetual sale going on at Club Marc, or at least whenever I am around the branch in Anchor Point. Tops are going for 10-15 bucks each, and some dresses for 25.

I got this for 15 bucks – pretty much my typical style, loose flowing waist-less top that emphasises the bust.

Treating Your Man Like a Dog?

I don’t read magazines. The only time I ever touch the stuff is when I am getting a haircut, or in this case, I took my sister to one.

And the news-story on the cover confirms exactly why I don’t read this trash.

YPH’s Best Moment

Academically speaking, I generally do not find much to agree with when it comes to CJ Yong Pung How’s judgments. But during criminal law, I came across this case, and I had a hard time believing the judgment was his.

Tan Boon Hock v PP [1994] 2 SLR 150

8 Indeed, I may add that I found it somewhat disquieting that an accused arrested as a result of such police operations should subsequently be charged with having outraged the modesty of the police officer he came into contact with. The facts of the present case, as narrated in the statement of facts, appear to be representative of what occurs in such operations. The accused, who is homosexual, meets another man in an area well known for being a homosexual haunt. He strikes up a conversation with this other man and, on finding him responding in a friendly fashion, assumes him to be a fellow homosexual. He then invites this other man to proceed to a more private spot, the intention being to engage in homosexual activity of some sort; and although this may not be explicitly articulated, it must be plain to both parties having regard to the circumstances of their interaction. It is at least arguable that as far as the accused can discern, there would appear to be little question of consent being forthcoming from this other man. Of course, the other man then turns out to be a police officer in disguise.

9 Consequently, although a technical offence under s 354 might have been committed, I am somewhat bemused that an accused caught in the manner described above should nevertheless be charged with the offence of outraging another’s modesty; and should, furthermore, be sentenced not just to imprisonment but also to caning. In the present case, of course, the appellant elected to plead guilty and so the above issues were not discussed. He chose solely to appeal against his sentence. I will only say, therefore, that having regard to the events leading to his committing the offence charged, a sentence of imprisonment and caning was quite unwarranted. Indeed, having regard to the reasons given above, and to the assortment of male inmates he will meet in prison, I am of the view that sentences of imprisonment are usually inappropriate for accused persons in similar cases.

I really really love the part about the prison… who knew he had a sense of humour? Unless, of course… it was completely unintended.

Everyday Minerals

After approximately 50 million centuries, the new Everyday Minerals site is up. Check it HERE.

So what do I think? Firstly, I’ll have to say that the range of products has really increased. In particular, check out the new concealers, the new Start To Finish Primers (under Finishing Powders) and the new blushes. I used to be a huge Everyday Minerals blush fan but have been falling off the bandwagon, though I did keep my 3 favourites (Apple, Soft Touch and Anytime, if you’re interested).

I’m already planning my next order! Probably the Long Handled Kabuki (which I recommended to Indu A.K.A. LGF2 without actually owning it), Flat Top Brush, Ivory Pressed Foundation, a backup of my Intensive Fair Concealer, one of the new primers (battling between the Fair Start to Finish or the Rice Powder one). I also wanted one of the Natural Reflections, which are basically powders with SPF, but I’m not sure.

I don’t think my wallet can take this. I need 15 pan palettes and NARS blushes from Hongkong too! (Yes, that’s a *need*).

Earring Hangers

I was in Raffles City basement buying food when I spotted these babies. I think I’ve said before that I use a special earring hanger in the shape of a woman. That kinda broke, it being ceramic. Actually it broke the day I bought it, but I patched it back up with super-glue. It kept breaking if someone so much as sneezed, though, and I’ve patched it back about 10 times. It was just too tall and imbalanced – I guess I should have thought about centre of gravity when I bought that thing for 40 bucks. The last time it broke, I gave up – it won’t even hold superglue anymore. So my earrings have been in a colossal mess the past few months.

These beauties are 10 bucks each, about 6 inches high, and it is not ceramic, so there is no chance of it breaking, especially since it is so small. The frame is metal and plastic, and the head is detachable, so it is also easily portable.

After I hung all my earrings on the tiny frames.

Double Entendres

Lee Kiat Seng, in describing the case of Chan Kin Choi v PP, a case of sudden fight.

The accused owed the deceased a sum of money. When he went to meet with the deceased to discuss the settlement of the debt, he was armed with two knifes as he was concerned that he might be turned on by the deceased and his gang at the meeting.

And he brought knives? How… kinky.