5 Ways to Spot a Tranny

Last week, at like 2 am in the morning. My friend Scott calls me. I was fast asleep, and the phone woke Mark up too. (He wasn't happy, Scott!)

Anyway, Scott wanted to know rather urgently - how to tell if a girl was a real girl (genetically) or a she-male. He was at a bar, and he met a girl. And he was attracted to her, but also had a feeling that she may be a Man. I asked him why and he said she was unusually tall for an Asian girl.

So I told him to do the arm test (see below)... and went back to sleep.

The next morning, I asked him how it went, and he just said it was "inconclusive". Inconclusive? yeah right.. I bet he did the arm test and realised it was a man!

Although Scott is a somewhat awkward red-headed chap... i don't really blame him for not being able to tell if it were a man or woman he was getting cozy with at the bar.

Sex change operations are freaking amazing now. And a lot of them look so much better than us real women!

Miriam Rivera (Big Brother Australia, now TV star). Gorgeous to most people (though I do find her face manly). But if a real woman actually stood beside her, you'd start to be suspicious because Miriam is much Larger. (Which is also why I suspect Mariah Carey is really a bloke)

But in Asia where people are smaller built and men (korean, japanese, chinese, etc) tend to be smaller built and have softer features (not so chunky)... it's even harder to tell a transgender or transvestite from a real woman.
For example, Harisu (pic above).

First, let's clarify some things:
Transvestite is a male who dresses as a female.
She-male is a man who has taken hormones and maybe even had his adam's apple "shaved" and had facial injection but still has his penis and balls.
Transsexual is a male who has gone through the complete operation to become a physical woman.
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Not that I have anything against transvestites, she-males or transsexuals. But if you're a straight man, I'm guessing you wouldn't want to ignorantly hook up with any of the three? (unless of course that is what you want, then by all means go ahead)


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Apart from the Adams apple, deep voice, balls and penis or facial hair... all of which sex change operations and hormone pills can fix.... how can u tell if it's a man or woman?

Holly Jean's 5 Ways to Spot A Tranny
1. The Physical
Shoulders: Women's shoulders-to-hips ratio is typically more in proportion to one another. Men have narrower hips.
Size: of hands and feet ( For Asian women- bigger than a US 9/UK7 is questionable)
Jaw line: About mid-point in a male jawbone is a sudden change of angle.
On a woman the jawbone is more or less a softer curve from under the ear to the chin.

However, some traits that we think of as gender-specific, aren't necessarily so. Some women have big shoulders, some women are tall, some men are short... so let's move on to number 2..



2. The Arm Test
Here's my arm on top and Mark's arm at the bottom of the pic. When you straighten your arm, men will notice that it won't go beyond the 180 degree point, it'll be just straight. But women will find that their arms bend a little extra backwards.

3. The Center of Gravity Test

Follow instructions in my video. If they fall forward, it’s a man. If they keep their balance, it’s a woman.

This is because women have a lower center of gravity. We’ve got short torsos, long legs and wide hips. Men, on the other hand, have long torsos with bigger chest cavity (bigger ribcage) so a lot of weight is in their chests. So when he tries to lean forward to touch the paper, he can’t do it because it brings his center of mass too far forward in front of his knees and he falls over.

4. The Evidence from the Past
Ask to see some childhood pics of her. This is one of the most discreet ways to find out, without looking like you SUSPECT SHE'S A MAN. But if she doesn't show you any... hmmm... (try the tests above!)

5. The Crotch

If you're a brave boy... and end up in bed together before you can ascertain whether she's a true female or not... then look at her crotch. A post surgery crotch/vagina is higher than a real woman's.

Do share if you have any other "tests" or any experience regarding this subject. Would be interesting to hear what you have to say.

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Club Couture Hits Singapore

ClubCouture is an international online fashion label. Bold summer outfits or dainty florals. Whatever your style, you'll find something at ClubCouture. Their clothes are chic, fashionable and affordable. And.... whoohoo!..... the brand has recently entered the Singapore market.

A couple of days ago.... my ClubCouture package arrived! (Delivery was super duper fast) 4 dresses all wrapped up.... just waiting to be worn.
Sunshine Floral Dress (SG$29.90) My favourite dress because I feel all sweet and girly when I wear it. Must be the pretty little blossoms which fall throughout the dress.

Esmee Floral Dress (SG$29.90) I love wearing little floral skirts now with a tank top tucked in and belted. And this dress is great because it's got a soft lycra-cotton (for hugging fit) white top and the bottom is a floral pattern. A bit of contrast makes an outfit more interesting.

Splatter Tunic (oops...sold out already) I like the mod looking collar, and it's got pink splatter!

Jane Eyelet Dress (SG$46). Love this one because it's feminine and conservative looking... yet a little risque and flirty with the eyelets (little holes).

My blog readers will be entitled to a 15% discount (storewide). Simply use offer code HOLLYJ15 in your shopping bag. (make sure it is in uppercase/capitals) They have just launched their Summer collection and all items priced at S$29.90 only!

You have to be quick though, designs are manufactured in limited quantity.

Click -> to start shopping!

10 Ways To Destroy Your Relationship

When love is new and fresh... it's so exciting that we often overlook problems or flaws in the other person.

But give it a year or two and familiarity breeds contempt. If you're with someone all the time, you can't help but get annoyed with each other from time to time. It's easy to start saying and doing things that we shouldn't.

Holly Jean's Top 10 Ways to Destroy a Relationship

10. Use Your Bionic Memory During Arguments
Instead of using your bionic memory to remember birthdays and anniversaries... use it during arguments instead.

Everytime your partner brings up something you did wrong, instead of apologising, counter it by rehashing your version of something they did wrong a few months, or even years ago.

9. Rub It In

Whenever you're right and they are wrong, rub their nose in it, repeatedly.

8. Stay Exactly The Same

Even as you grow older and your relationship develops, just stay stagnant. Claim that you’re allowed to go drinking every night because that’s what you did when the two of you started dating. You don't have to grow up, ever.

7. Tell Them To Calm Down

Whenever they are upset about something, tell them to calm down. This will trivialise the issue that was big enough to upset them.

6. Criticise The Sex

Forget about positive reinforcement or subtlety. Just shout " Damn it! Your fat elbow is digging into my ribs all the time!"

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5. Compare Your Partner

Compare your partner with your ex Gf, or your mother, your best friend's wife, your next door neighbour... anyone at all... just to make them feel inadequate, or second best, especially in the eyes of the one they love.

4. Use Logic Sparingly

When in an argument, (especially when you are in the wrong) don't use logic. Save it for more useful things, like... shopping.

3. Be Smart

Maintain that you know your partner's motives better than he or she does.

2. Let Things Brew
When something upsets you, do express any displeasure or hurt, but only let it out when it reaches the point of absolute seething anger.

1. Neglect

Have other priorities in your life, and demand that your partner be understanding and blind to the fact that the grass is greener on the other side.

There you have it... my 10 ways to destroy a relationship. Best you do the opposite if you want to remain in a relationship ;)

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If you haven't been voting... please do cast a vote my way ... voting ends 31st July. And it comprises 30% of the overall outcome. I need all the help I can get.

Live Fast, Die Young...

Mark and I were at the Shangri-la having lunch by the poolside yesterday... when suddenly he suggested we go to the back where there is (hardly used) mini-golf (3 holes) course.

Without hesitation, I said yeah... and off we popped, grabbed the clubs and putter, and went round the back.... still in our wet swim wear.

At the very first tee, we started feeling itchy around the ankles. But I just thought it was the grass. At the second, hole, I lost my ball in the bushes (yes..I lost a ball at MINI GOLF... I'm THAT rubbish at it). And we started getting bitten many many times...

Of course we didn't finish.. we were out of there. Itching all over. And because I was in a bikini, I had bites all over my thighs and even bum! Torture. We counted 17 bites on me :(

Back home, we were having a laugh about how it wasn't a well thought out plan. So much for bloody spontaneity!

And this has made me think about my life.. and some of the impulsive things I've done.

My impulsiveness started all the way back when I was a young child. In primary one, I remember being pissed off with the class bully. I sat in the front row (shortie), he was somewhere at the back. So when the teacher asked the class to hand in homework, everyone from the back passed their home work to the front of the row, where the row leaders (me ) gathered everything and put it on the teacher's table.

So there it was.. his piece of homework... on my desk. And on impulse, I took my colour pencil, and scribbled coloured wiggles all over it. I did it so fast so no one would see me. And then slid his homework in the pile, along with everyone elses in my row.

And I can't remember how much later... but the teacher saw his homework and was furious! She called him to the front and the teacher questioned him about it. His face was priceless, because for the life of him, he could not figure out why his homework became an art piece (even Picasso couldn't do better!). And the teacher got even more angry when he couldn't explain himself (probably thought he was lying). To make a long story short, I did feel a bit guilty when he started crying.... but I was only 7... I got over it by recess time.

:( Of course I would not do anything as childish now that I am an adult (or would I???)... but it's one of those memories that make me go - Oh Holly Jean... What are you like?!

As a teenager and subsequently an adult... the same sort of impulse driven motivation was the exact thing that made me do a lot of spontaneous but not well thought out stuff.

I remember, when Tokyo Drift (or whatever the title of the first one was), came out in cinemas, I used to go out with guys simply because they could drift. Roof top carparks... and some piece of flat sandy land up Mount Faber... I'll be strapped in screaming whoooooo..... (so dangerous... illegal... and not to mention- Stupid).

Then there was Bali, 2 years ago... where my then BF and I signed up for a surfing session, paid the money for it.... all before I could ask them - If I could wear a life jacket (the answer was no), and how deep the water would be going (up to 3 metres out!). And back then I could not even swim ( I just learnt how to swim this year by the way, and I love it).

So that night, we were back in the hotel room, sleeping. Only I couldn't sleep, I was worried, that in the morning, I would drown out in the surf. To make another long story short... I did go ahead with the surfing that morning, I didn't die (obviously). But I shouldn't have. I should have asked questions before booking and paying for the session. And I should have seen that being out in the crashing waves was too dangerous for someone who couldn't even manage a swimming pool.

There are so many points in my life where I acted impulsively (including hitting on an obviously gay man in a club!)...

Yes... things could have worked out better had I thought all these things through before doing them.... but if the only other option were not not do it at all... then I say, nah, I'm glad I was so impulsive.

Live fast, die young... live slow...... die anyway.

The Best Thing About Going Out Is Looking Pretty

Shallow I know... but I love dressing up. It's probably one of the biggest reasons why I bother going out at all. And it's even better when other people want to dress me!

I received my new bracelet yesterday,in time for the dinner. Very cute packaging! Handmade,14k gold plated... With my very own handmade puff angel. Every girl should have her own special puff angel! So many unique puff angels to choose from. Get yours at puff-accessories . You can have them on bracelets, earrings, necklaces, charms etc. My sponsors AnnYee dressed me in a halter top backless white dress. Ribbon stilettos. And a bling Bow Chain. And as always, make up is from ettusais.
I've got more stuff from them including cosplay stuff!... show you soon. They have loads of Korean/Japanese style party frocks and accessories. Go check out their stuff.
The event:
RBS Coutts
Annual Golf Tournament and Charity Dinner
24th July 2009
@ Singapore Island Country ClubThe table setting at the dinner was lovely! I used to always think that I'd have a pink theme for my wedding dinner... but after looking at last night's lush blue table layout... I think I might have to rethink the baby pink and pastels concept!Food was yums! I had sashimi...oysters... and duck... ( I didn't eat dessert!! OMG!) Apart from giving out prizes for the annual golf competition they had earlier that day, the purpose of the dinner was also to raise money for the Wheels Of Hope charity.

There was an auction of sporting memorabilia, like England signed football Jerseys, Pele's signed jersey, replica Louis Hamilton helmet... and art pieces as well as luxury carpets. (someone bid up to 10K for a carpet.. helloooo???? how rich are you?????)

Everyone who played in the tournament got an adidas weekend bag as freebie, I don't play golf... so I took Mark's :)Whoohoo! There was also a raffle... and we got this hamper from Hediards. I often walk past this shop along Tanglin (the building beside Tanglin Mall), in which Tai-tais sip tea and eat overpriced biscuits.The hamper has wine, chocolates, jam, almond puffs, soup in a bottle (?), dried tomatoes, tea, coffee and nuts. Will eat some of these stuff tomorrow and update you on whether this boutique type coffee/tea place is worth what they charge.

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For those who are interested: There's this on the OMY website, and this in Shin Min today (in Chinese) about the whole Blog Theft Thing I blogged about last week. They rang me for an interview before it was going into print but I was busy teaching, so I don't know what exactly they wrote after all...(I can't read Chinese)

Got A Cock? Snip It

Now that I've got your attention.... :)

This is another one of those posts where I'm going to be brutally honest about sex. So if you're easily offended, or will go around spreading rumours about me being promiscuous (simply because I have an opinion about sex?) then... stop reading. Just click on one of my ads and go shopping instead.

But the truth of the matter is the penis is ugly.

Now don't get me wrong... I do love a hard cock. I don't bat for the other side.

But when I look back at past BFs ... I'd have to say that perhaps all but one had ugly penises. One was worse than ugly (read on!).

It didn't stop me from "loving" those men (despite their aesthetically challenged penises).... I'm using inverted commas because I'm not sure if I really knew what love was back then.

One particularly bad penis belonged to my then BF, let's call him George. (He was actually Mr Print & Wank I wrote about before!). Although of good size... George's penis had tight foreskin. It was so tight it couldn't move back much ... in fact it didn't expose the head at all. Even when he peed.

So imagine - piss that comes into contact with the underneath bit of foreskin that can't get washed. Ever.

Yuck. Not just the smell... but the taste! I shudder at the recollection. :(

If I were to nominate someone for a circumcision, he'd be first on my list. It's not based on aesthetics... but something more pressing... Hygiene!

(He doesn't read my blog. But if he does see this and knows it refers to him... I'm not being a mean person but merely being honest. It is not some hate post that's meant to shame him, that's why I don't use real names).

Only about 20% of men in the world are circumcised. The majority of which are Muslims, Jewish, and American.

Some people call it genital mutilation. They think it's an unnecessary surgery. And that the foreskin has nerve endings so if you cut that off, sensitivity dips and sex isn't as good. I for one can vouch that in terms of penetration, it makes no difference to the woman. And that both men with foreskins and those without seem to enjoy sex equally. It's not as if the circumcised one climaxed with a grateful smile while the uncircumcised one blew his brains out when he came.

If sex is the same.. then why circumcise???

Well... here are Holly Jean's Top 5 Reasons Why She Prefers a Cut Penis.

5. It slides up and down more easily, foreskin can get in the way. I mean... it's a bit of flappy skin... what do I do with it?!

4. Lower risks of infections. Dirt, urine etc doesn't have anywhere to get trapped.

3. It's cleaner. Yes... I know that soap and water exists. But any bit of sweat or moisture smells and tastes putrid underneath that foreskin. And Smegma was it's name-o.

2. Lower incidence of STDs.
No kidding. I read it here on WebMD. Plus, women cannot see the whole penis, and thus will not spot any genital warts or rash that might be lurking under the foreskin.

1. Visually MUCH more attractive.
A neat penis looks sexier. Flappy skin only looks good on Shar peis.

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Men I know who have had circumcisions (either at birth or adult) do not regret it. Yet some other uncircumcised men will rather chop a finger off than go for the snip. When I have a son, do I circumcise him as a baby (Jewish tradition)... or let him decide when he's an adult? I don't know.

Girls, what do you prefer? And men, what do you think?

Having tried a circumcised penis...will I ever go back to the au naturel ones? I doubt so. But never say never... maybe he'll be rich enough to make up for the inconveniences of putting up with an uncircumcised penis!

I jest. Please do realise that most of this article was written tongue-in-cheek (or maybe not tongue).

You Are Not Alone

When I was a teenager... I used to feel ugly and demoralised whenever I had pimples. And when I was doing my O levels, the stress (plus hormones) gave me a really bad complexion.

As if THAT wasn't bad enough, I had some inconsiderate people coming up to me to say "What happened to your face?!"

And although I am no longer plagued by oily skin or acne... I know that many women (and men) out there are facing skin problems. And I'd just like to say that you are not alone.

The worse thing I remember about it... was that people assume you don't take care of your face... (like you are dirty). But in reality, having had troubled skin when I was young made me have extra clean habits which are with me until today. I do not have acne now, but most importantly, because I took care of my troubled skin (didn't squeeze any!), I don't have any scars.

A couple of weeks ago, I asked my blog readers to write in to me if they had skin problems (particularly blemishes, acne scars and freckles). Thank you all for your honest responses. My heart goes out to you... I know how incredibly depressing and frustrating it must be to have problem skin. Good news is... all those blemishes will disappear... they just need a little time and help.

And I have chosen blog reader Jacqui to receive a full size bottle of ettusais Medicated Acne Whitening Essence (S$57).

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This is her story:

I have bumps and blemishes due to teenage acne. I have tried scrub and creams but to no avail. I have very oily skin.

The scars are very noticeable under certain lights or in bright bathroom lights. It makes me feel so insecure and I refuse to go out without make up.

I've tried to:

1) keep hair off my face (using hairband)
2) avoid touching my face
3) get plenty of sleep
4) use shampoo as cleanser (i heard from my friend it works)
5) use oil-free makeup

I just hope to find something to cure my acne skin problems, though it seems bleak.
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I'm sending Jacqui the ettusais Medicated Acne Whitening Essence because this product will give her skin enhanced clarity by controlling melanin production. It sends moisture deep into problem areas and it prevents pimples and lightens post acne scars, blotchiness and freckles. [Jacqui, I'll be emailing you shortly to arrange for the product to be sent to you. Please do update me and the blog readers on your progress. With pics if you can! *Hugs*]

If you too have uneven, blemished or problem skin, do check out this fab product, visit the ettusais webpage. (There's also a whitening sheet mask!)

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Yummy Alert!

Girls, do you love Desserts? Comfort foods help me de-stress. When I was teaching in secondary school... I had to have Honey Milk bubble tea every day! In fact... STRESSED spelled backwards is DESSERTS.

Spend a sweet afternoon at the next ettusais workshop destressing and making cupcakes!!!!

Like a pro, you get to learn how to decorate your own cupcakes using all the tools, icing, sweet yummy bits from Sugar Inc. Click Here to find out more.

Best part is... at the end of the day, you get a $10 ettusais voucher, the cupcake recipe and take your cupcakes home! Make a special one for your BF! (Girls are always emailing me asking about sweet and romantic surprises for their BF... this is perfect!

Places are limited(To register, please call 6739 8697 or email ettusais@shiseido.com.sg).

Blog Theft

They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.

I say it's Theft.

Sadly, it has been brought to my attention (by a loyal blog reader) that another blogger in the running for the Singapore Blog Awards has an extremely coincidental string of similarities to my blog.

Although she is not in the lifestyle blog category like I am, I still think it sucks to have my hard work and ideas just borrowed off me (without due credit as well!).

Every post I do on sex or love will soon be followed a few days later on her blog. Whether it's about the way men smell, or blowjobs or even a social cause... It's the exact same ideas, same style, similar bloody chronology.

If I were to stoop to her level, I would name and shame her here. Of course I am not like that (yet). But get your own Ideas girlfriend! If you don't mean to steal but are subconsciously doing it, then just don't read my blog.

You're starting to piss me off.

Party In Penang

Had a fever on Friday :( But managed to get rid of it in time for Penang over the weekend.

A little variation and change to my routine every now and then keeps life full of surprises! And I'm always up for a party across the border (or anywhere!)

Initially booked budget airlines JetStar Asia. But they changed their flight time so we had to cancel and fly Malaysian Airways instead. First thing I've realised... for a budget airline, JetStar isn't really cheap. In fact, we paid less via Malaysian Airways! My first time flying Malaysian airlines and I must say, I'm very impressed, their service was as good as SQ!

Shitty thing about Jet star (apart from their unreliability and fact that they charge you for every little thing .. including water) - is that they're being diffcult about the bloody refund! Saying it will take 3 months to refund. 3 months?! How come it only takes like 3 seconds to take the money off our credit card but 3 months to put it back on??? Never flying with them again!

Apart from that, the trip was great! We stayed at the Eastern & Oriental hotel in Georgetown, Penang. And it's fantastic! Very prompt pick up at the airport. The Chauffer looks soooo cute in his high socks and khaki uniform, wheeling my pink ettusais luggage.

Porters in the same uniform too, plus cute safari hat. In service and style... the hotel is comparable to Singapore's Raffles Hotel! But at only half the price!

That's Mark checking us in. We got a pretty suite.

I love the bathroom!! Full of mirrors!! They have 2 sinks and vanity areas opposite to each other. And I love this concept... feels like I have a whole half of the bathroom to myself.

The bedroom is spacious, plenty of warm sunlight splashing in and it also has a balcony which faces the sea.

But you cannot swim in waters in these straits. Quite dirty because of all the shipping.

The swimming pool is gorgeous though. Water is soft ... not so harsh with chlorine like in Singapore.

And I got a massage by the pool. Only RM80 for 1 hour (S$30). (which is dirt cheap considering this is on hotel grounds) I wouldn't say it's a fantastic massage though... bit too hard for my liking.

Our first night there, we had the hotel buffet dinner. Sashimi heaven again for me!

I wore my sexy leopard print tube dress sponsored by annyee.com !

Healthy breakfast in the morning! And healthy skin too- I'm just using ettusais DayTime Defense powder which has SPF protection.

Party night - at the Bagan Restaurant & Bar

It's a quaint little restaurant in an old house...
Mark's friend Grant who lives in Singapore, organised this party ( his birthday!) in Penang... and people from everywhere flew over to attend it.Food was fab... I had the lamb rack. (No Foie Gras on the menu though.... but I did have yummy prawns for starter instead).

This is the second time I'm attending a proper open bar and merry making type celebration with Mark. The first was late last year in Phuket and that was disastrous! Don't remember? Click here.

So I was very cautious this time not to get drunk and make a fool of myself (again) infront of his friends.

I think I did ok. :) Not much of a hangover in the morning either.

The performer was in drag. Very fun and entertaining... quite similar to the drag one in Pump room ( do they still perform there?? I haven't been in ages).

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Back in Singapore now... back in the gym this morning. Next thing on my agenda is to get a personal trainer for about a month or so... and see if that makes any tangible difference. And Mark requested for a punching bag to be fitted in... oh I hope management agrees to it!!!

Dunk Me In This Charity Event!

I'm invovled in an upcoming charity event called the Nissan Summer Charity Car Wash. The event is on the 1st and 2nd of August. And you'll get a chance to dunk me!!! I'll be sitting above the dunk tank on the 2nd of August (sunday) at TanChong Motors Ubi from 3 to 4 pm! (so key this date into your calander ok!!)

If you've got good aim, come on down and try to dunk me ($2 for 3 tries). All proceeds will go to the ST Pocket Money Fund. You have to register first at the asiaone website. Every time you successfully dunk me, you increase your chances of winning the grand prize - a pair of return air tickets to Tokyo!

For everyone else, there are other games to play and lots of prizes to be won at this event... please don't forget to come by the dunk tank to say hi to poor me!

Can't wait to see you there! It's going to be fun!

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The Worst Women To Date

I've done men you should not date... now, women you should avoid dating

Little Miss Nazi Ball Breaker

She thinks she is of the superior sex and lives to bring men down. She takes pride in belittling you in public. Nothing you say or do is ever good enough and she will constantly remind you how inferior you are. Some men thrive on being told what to do, how to dress, how to act (it's something to do with wanting a Mummy figure)... but word of caution - You will have to learn to jump through hoops on command.

Little Miss Witch Disguised As a Woman

She is a rude bitch who doesn't treat other people with respect. The woman who is always looking for a fight. She will take things out of context to become some sort of insult or some reason to wage war. Word of caution- she's the kind that will throw rocks at puppies.

Little Miss Handcuffs But Not The Bedroom Kind She is super jealous, super possessive and super paranoid. Where did you go? Why didn't you answer your mobile after the very first ring? Questions everything you say and do. You have to account for your every move. Word of caution- get used to the cuffs because you are a man, and all men are pigs. (pinch of salt please... I jest).

Little Miss FluffThis girl is all pink fluff. She must shop all the time, indulges in meaningless gossip and has girly chats for hours on the phone. She rarely has any other activities or interests. Word of caution -be prepared for a woman who talks a lot yet says nothing.

Little Miss Your Life Is My Life She adopts your interests, calls 15 times a day, relies on you to entertain her because she basically has no life of her own. She drops all her friends and hobbies and makes her life revolve around you. Word of caution- Sounds great at first... but will soon be smothering and suffocating.

Little Miss Slut She validates herself by attention from men. She doesn't keep her legs closed. You can't trust her. Word of caution - the sex will probably be great and might affect your will power to dump her.

Little Miss Too Independent She has her own life (work, hobbies, social circle)... but just doesn't have space for anything else, including you. Word of caution- she doesn't need a man for anything.

Little Miss My Boyfriend's an ATM Machine She expects expensive gifts and treats in exchange for affection. When you allow someone to use you, they're not looking at you as a "nice guy." They're looking at you like you're an ATM machine. If you have money and have no qualms about lavishing her in a lap of luxury... then ok. It's your money, your choice. But a word of caution - beer guys should avoid dating champagne girls.

So there you have it... my list of women you should not date! (Though many will find that every woman is a bit of everything up there)... That's including ME.

(p/s- I am starting to like Blythe Dolls...)

A New Dojo is in Town!

Peter Robertson, is an Australian who recently moved from Australia to introduce Zen Do Kai Freestyle Karate & Kickboxing to Singapore in 2009.

His dojo opened yesterday (14th July).

It was my first time at a karate n kickboxing class but I was happy to find that there was a good mix of males and females... as well as a good mix of ability levels..... From ditz (yes, that would be me) all the way up to black belt.

(apologies for the crap pics, I could only take pics during rest/break time ... can't go around snapping pics during the actual training when I am part of the training... I already have a tough enough time not appearing like a nutter. lol)

I don't like physical aggression or fighting, so if I do carry on with Zen Do Kai, it'll be for the toning and workout the training gives me, but I won't be sparring.

It's just a short walk from Aljunied MRT.

Classes are on Tuesdays 7pm to 9pm and Saturdays 1.45pm to 3.45pm.

So whether you want to start something new or are already into martial arts and want to advance... do give Zen Do Kai a try.

There's a month of introductory lessons free! (Do mention that you heard it through Holly Jean's blog!)

Spaces are limited, email any questions and/or book your slot with Peter Robertson at zendokai@y7mail.com .

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Mark... are you reading this? I'd like a spare room decked out to become my pink gym like this (in our next home probably)... :) [It can be like my next 5 birthday, V Day and Xmas presents rolled into one]

Just put a pink laptop in there too.. and I'll never leave the room. Heaven! What do you think girls??

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The people at NoToRape have emailed to say thank you to all of you for the support over the last few days. :)

I'm happy to have been able to help out even if it's just in a small way. I want to say Thank You So Much to my dear readers who have signed the NoToRape petition and even helped spread the word. *BIG GRATEFUL HUG* from me.

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Have you been voting for me daily in the blog awards?! I'm excited. Don't get lazy now... :( it's only until the end of this month! Voting counts for 30% of the final results... [it would really be disappointing to find out I lost by like 1% or something like that] :(

Say No To Rape

Blog Readers,

In Singapore, forced penile-vaginal sex by a husband on his wife is not considered rape except in extremely limited scenarios.

Please sign our petition urging the Prime Minister to abolish these horrible laws: add your full name (you can appear anonymous) to the online petition, and spread the word around to your friends and family.

A strong call for repeal will show that Singapore's "public opinion" is ahead of our lawmakers, and the eventual repeal will lend towards protecting more women from the worst sort of spousal violence.

I just signed the petition, and I'm only signature 729! OMG. In a country of over 4 million?! Do lend your support, it only takes a minute click this logo to sign the petition

I Don't Need YOUR Sperm!

Before I start my post today, I wanna show you something... Can you see it?Can you see it???

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It hasn't got a name (yet)... but this squirrel lives in the tree just outside our bedroom window. Looks so cute and friendly... (but probably rabid. haha)

:)

I also paid my income tax today (boo!)

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You know, it's uncanny! But just 2 days after I wrote It's A Pick & Mix (about genetic modification of foetuses)... the news revealed that it's possible to create sperm from flesh! (ok... maybe I exaggerate... it's probably from your stem cells rather than a chuck of meat off your arm)

but still....No shit.

Can you imagine the possibilities? Men would no longer be needed for procreation. (Can you hear the feminist lesbians cheering?)

And the way the world is, it really seems to me that women were just keeping men around to ensure the survival of the human race. We let them wear the trousers because they were one half of the procreation equation.

Seeing that I'm not a feminist... nor a lesbian...

here are things I will truly miss when men are extinct.

Holly Jean's Top 10 Things I'll Miss About A Man

10. Someone to open my Jars/ bottles...
I was at Downtown east last week. thirsty. Bought a bottle of 100plus, but the cap was jammed! I didn't ask any guys to help because either they were puny looking or had girls (I didn't want to look like I was trying to flirt)!

9. The way a man looks in a suit...
mega mega turn on

8. Someone to snuggle up with in bed or on the sofa...
it's just not the same with a dog or another woman

7. How a man puts his hand on the small of my back...
I distinctly remember the first time a man did this. I must have been 17. On a date and we were about to board the bus (YES.. we took the SBS bus on a date, plus he was already in his 20s!)... anyway, as we were boarding, he put his hand on the back of my waist, to gently guide me up the bus first. I think the magic of that moment actually made the date seem better than it really was.

6. Someone to drive...
A car. Lets face it, women don't drive as well as men. And even if she did, it would not be a turn on to me.

5. A Hard...
Body. I'm attracted to a hard body. Men and muscles... not only do they look good but they can also lift heavy things for me.

4. Skills in Bed...
Just not replaceable with anything mechanical (yet)

3.The way he Smells...
No...not every man though... just one that I'm in love with.

2. Someone to pay for dates...
and buy me presents :)

1. Someone who makes me laugh...
I mean... I love my girlfriends... but in general, women aren't as humorous as some men can be.

What would you miss if men were extinct?

(tomorrow... top 10 things I wouldn't miss if men were extinct!)

Simply Intimate

Before you just scroll down to my fashion montage of pics of me in corset...

When I say CORSET... do you think of torturous tight ugly things that restrict the ability to breathe???

On the contrary, modern-day corsets are designed to fit comfortably while it also sculpts your body. It smoothes the torso, cinches the waist and boosts the bosom (yes!).
The femininity and versatility of the corset is turning this hot hollywood trend into a wardrobe staple.
There are so many ways to wear a corset... from the downright slutty....
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How Many Ways Can Holly Jean Wear A Corset?

Honestly... the possibilities are endless! But I'll show you 6 of my all time favourites.

I'm wearing the Fitted Satin Brocade Corset from Simply Intimate. (Check out Promo details at the end of this post!)

Party Girl: This is my clubbing look. Short flirty skirt, stilettoes, messy hair and a nice choker.

Weekend Chic: This is my dinner and drinks look. Pair the corset with pedal pushers/capris or even jeans! I added a pin-on black flower to the front of it. It's easy and comfy but the corset makes it look like you made the effort to dress up.
Formal But Still Hot: This is my look for meetings and events. Worn with a fitted skirt and vest/waistcoat. It's great look for those of you who have to work in the office and want to head out straight for drinks/party afterwards.
Conservative (me?!) Look: The corset looks great under a blazer/jacket. It's a good conservative look for work, yet it has a feminine and sexy touch underneath. (And oversized blazers are back this season!)
Romantic Peasant Girl: With this look, I wear the corset on the outside of a white capped-puff sleeved dress. It also works well with a kimono dress/top underneath. Sex: My favourite look. Paired with satin gloves (also available at simply intimate) and the matching g-string that comes with the corset. Every woman deserves to feel like this in the bedroom.

Exclusive deal for my readers:

Enjoy 10% discount on ALL corsets and bustiers. Simply key in the promo code: HJCOR10 in the comments section upon check out.
*Terms & Conditions: Promotion valid until 15 August 2009 or while stocks last. Not valid with other promotions.

Visit www.simplyintimate.com.sg to check out their whole range of lingerie. Beautiful camisoles, sexy bras, cheeky panties, bustiers, hosiery and accessories. I love it... I'm sure you will too!

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Oh... another thing... like my new Hello Kitty mirror?

:) Click here to check out cute kitty stuff on sale.

Baba Elmo

Today we did something different. After my meeting with Watson's (the office is in City Hall), Mark and I decided to walk to the Peranakan museum. It's on Armenian street.As most of you would know... I'm proud of my Peranakan heritage. Click here to read about my asian heritage. And Click here to find out more about our museums (and activities) in Singapore. They were having the Baba Bling exhibition. My Grandma actually has a few pieces of authentic Peranakan jewellery... would make great heirlooms. But I have 14 cousins (my mom's side of the family)... so I doubt anything would reach me :(

Oooh... by the way, my dress is a Sequinned bib Glamoranza. Sponsored by simplydolls. It has hand sewn sequins!

And because my life is one big juxtaposition (one minute I'm a mature grown woman... the very next minute... infantile...) ... I bought these Elmo flip flops at Watson's this evening (only $3 plus)! I couldn't resist them!

My Best Friend's Wedding

F got married last weekend.
She was a pretty bride in white... her make up was fab! Dramatic eyes (she has nice eyes, so that was the main feature). And everything else muted and toned down. Very elegant.I can't believe it's been 10 years since we were at school together! Time flies super fast... I don't know where any of my early or mid 20s went... oh wait... yes actually I do... it went to a string of bad relationships and paying off my study loan.

:) The food was good. Indonesian... very tasty and flavourful. YUMMM... Would it be bad if I had Japanese food at my wedding? Sashimi heaven.

And you know what? The groom got emotional towards the end of the ceremony (just before the lunch reception). So sweet... to see a man tear on his wedding day. But F didn't cry... haha... the heartless bitch. (KIDDING!) She's like me... I would rather stab a fork in my thigh than cry when everyone's looking... I've been pretty successful so far, always maintaining a stoic face, even when inside me everything's in turmoil. Don't think I can have a fork handy when it's my turn to walk down the aisle though... so I have to figure out some other diversion to keep the waterworks at bay.

They've already flown back to Indonesia. My best friend. Married. Officially a MRS. I'm so happy for her... though married life is tough, at least they have each other.

And since her husband is Balinese... there's another celebration in Bali! Whoohoo! Can't wait. It's been almost 2 years since I went to Bali.

I went in June with my last BF, Skye. Then, in September that year, we split up. They say that Bali is cursed. I heard this myth from friends. It is believed that unmarried couples will eventually break up when they come back from the trip - not immediately though. Yes i know it sounds ridiculous. But a few unmarried couples i know have broken up after their Bali holidays too. Though, to be fair, that relationship was destined for destruction anyway.

Have you heard anything about this curse? Do you reckon I could get Mark to marry me by the end of the year on the pretext that the curse might affect us if we were not married? (haha)

Me, Tweet? NEVER!

OK... so I was wrong. I couldn't resist the almighty twitter afterall.

This is my twitter accout - HERE

Just started my account.. and like I have 9 followers, and I'm following 2 ppl... pretty much all by default since I've not really clicked anything apart from figuring out how to update twitter through my mobile.

Not sure if this is old news to you (probably is, since I'm like way behind the twitter bandwagon)... you can Update your Twitter via SMS for free. CLick here. you can SMS your updates to a Singapore number instead of an overseas one.

OK.. follow me on twitter ok! :) By the way, can I mms pics as twitter updates too?

It's A Pick n Mix

Presently - You can determine the sex and detect serious genetic diseases in the foetus.

Within a decade, it may be possible to manipulate babies before their actual conception for attributes, such as how tall they're likely to be, what body type they will have, their hair and eye color, what sorts of illnesses they will be naturally resistant to, and even, conceivably, their IQ and personality type.
This possibility of being able to literally Pick n Mix a baby... Makes me wonder...

If everything can be pretty much crafted in a lab. Is it right to manipulate your offsprings genetic make-up?
When the world first learned about IVF two decades ago, it was horrifying and unnatural to most people. But growing demand has made it socially acceptable, and now anybody who's infertile (or not) is interested in IVF...

I've been watching a lot of Jon&Kate plus 8... and even though the thought of having sextuplets is not the least bit attractive to me. To tell you the truth, I want twins. One boy and one girl. And if I left this to nature....quite frankly, I'd have better odds at spawning a baby with an extra toe.

Since IVF isn't such a taboo anymore... and it's pretty advanced now, I'm thinking.... why the hell not.

Since we have no problems with fertility (not that I know of anyway!), we'd use our own genetic material (sperm n egg). And of course, I would opt to have the foetus screened for major genetic illnesses. I think we all should, since such technology is available to us.

But then... the next thing is... if it's ok to manipulate a pregnancy (through IVF) and implant multiple fertilised eggs into my womb, then why not manipulate the aesthetic as well.

When science allows you to choose how your off spring will look and even choose its personality. Would you do it?

Or just leave it to nature? What happens when it comes to a point where everyone with a bit of money opts to give their babies the best start with genetic manipulation (aesthetic or otherwise)... would a plain and genetically unmodified child be like a second class citizen? A blemish in a pool of perfection.

We've seen Gattaca... where Ethan Hawk was born with a heart defect, and was denied so many things because of his wonky genetic thumbprint. Yeah in the movies, he rises above all this, takes Jude Law's identity (genetically unflawed) and goes on to be a pilot. But in reality... how many people would be able to go against such odds. Real life's a bitch really.

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If I left it to nature, wouldn't my child be at a disadvantage compared to his genetically elite (albeit modified) peers (!).

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What do you think?

What's In Holly Jean's Bag?

Holly Jean's Gym Bag Essentials

What the hell do I lug all about in my gym bag you ask?Everything! Laundry bag, spare clothes, moisturiser, water bottle, banana, cap, wallet, keys... and my ettusais Medicated Acne Aroma Body Wash (S$34). I just started using it last week... and I LOVE IT!

It has acne in the name. But it's not just for people with acne! It's got all the goodness of a medicated wash which gently cares for your skin but it also pampers your senses with a fruity fresh scent. I find it especially invigorating after a tough day.

It's an oil-free formula so it's light in texture. I love the rich lather that removes excess oil and impurities and leaves me not only squeaky clean but moisturised at the same time.My body wash is my perfect shower companion. The smell makes the women in showers next to me envious! ha.

By the way, I bought a new gym top last week. It matches my shoes :)

Holly Jean's Pool Essentials

Before leaving the apartment, I use Sunblock (VERY IMPORTANT). And bring along these stuff:Apart from the usual goggles, I've started to use a swimming cap now, to protect my hair. And it's working. My hair used to get so dry and tangled from chlorine.... I was even considering cutting it shorter (gasp!). Well it was either that.. or give up swimming... but swimming is doing so much good for my body!I don't look SO bad in it do I? haha.. I used to have issues wearing it.. lol. I felt like a dork. But now I can't imagine swimming without it! Another thing I can't do without is 100plus... it's always been my favourite drink, and it replaces all the lost salt and fluids from exercise.

Last but not least... to replenish moisture in my skin, I use my ettusais Medicated Whitening Body Mist $38.

It's so convenient because it's a neat spray on body moisturiser. It is body conditioning and so soothing! The sun can really damage skin and cause freckles and other imperfections. This mist fades melanin & controls its production, so I won't get freckles (or worse still... liver spots!) from the sun. I'm happy because it keeps my skin from chapping and my skin stays well moisturised even though I'm always in the sun.
After a swim, I jump under the shower, towel dry and then spray it on my back and chest ( these are areas most prone to freckles and damage from the sun).

This way.. I always maintain an even skin tone (even when I get a tan).. and no unwanted moles or freckles or spots on my body.

So there you have it... a sneak peek into my gym and swim essentials.

To Infinity And Beyond

Mark was an astronaut on my brother Wesley's film set yesterday.

I don't have a part in his new short film, not even as a monkey in the space craft... (Boo!)... but I did get to do Mark's make up. And of course, I'm using ettusais!
What joy! Imagine being able to put make up on your BF! (Thank you darling!)
Adding the finishing touches on his spacesuit.When no one is around (except Mark), the monkey gets to play. Like my gravity boots???(I do like a man in uniform)

All ready for take off. I think he looked great and did well too. He was such a good sport.

It was a great experience for both of us. It was neat to see how they work a green screen. And it's amazing how much effort goes in to creating just a few minutes on film.

That's Mark... floating in outer space, still green screen... They're still filming other bits of the film over the next few weeks.... and then there's editing....but will let you know when the film screens (probably Sinema Old School or The Substation) and you can come watch! How exciting!

duplicity

Duplicity
Golden Village Marina
30th June 2009

Mark and I were invited to the screening of Duplicity last night. Julia Roberts and Clive Owen as CIA and M15 agents? At first I thought oh no... is this going to be another Mr & Mrs Smith?!

But surprisingly, it wasn't all about fancy stunts and violence... in fact it relied more on brains than brawn. Admitedly *blush* it had me a little lost in the first half of the movie... it wasn't linear, and you will need to pay attention to the flashbacks and piece them together as you go along.

The two stars have great on screen chemistry. They starred together in the film Closer about 5 years ago... back then, I only watched it because of Jude Law. But putting Julia and Clive together again in their own movie was a great idea.

MI5 agent Ray Koval (Clive Owen) and CIA operative Claire Stenwick (Julia Roberts) shared a night of passion in 2003 before she double crossed him the next morning. Five years later they cross paths again when they’re both working for corporate CEO Richard Garsik (Paul Giamatti), stealing business secrets from Garsik’s rival Howard Tully (Tom Wilkinson). Apart from being entertaining.. the movie was a reminder that it's a dog eat dog (or anything else in it's path) world out there, and you just can't trust anyone.

Expect more than one twist at the end of the show. It had me going.. Ahhhh.. very very clever.
So what happens? Go catch Duplicity to find out!

Thanks to OMY.sg for the invite!

Don't forget to vote for me in the Singapore Blog Awards! (The Best Lifestyle Blog category) I need your support.. please :)

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P/s had Mark's film debut today heehee... tell you about it tomorrow!