A Pink Notebook

Watching Hiyao Miyazaki's "Spirited Away" for the third time, I was struck by a quality between generosity and love. On earlier the views I was caught up by the boundless imagination of the story. This time I began to focus on the elements in the picture that didn't need to be there. The animation is a painstaking process, and there is a tendency to simplify its visual elements. Miyazaki, in contrast, offers complexity. His backgrounds are rich in detail, his canvas embraces space liberally, and it is all drawn with meticulous attention. We may not pay much conscious attention to the corners of the frame, but we know they are there, and they reinforce the remarkable precision of his fantasy worlds. "Spirited Away" is surely one of the finest of all animated films, and it has its foundation in the traditional bedrock of animation, which is frame-by-frame drawing. Miyazaki began his career in that style, but he is a realist and has permitted the use...

Sudah hampir 100 tahun sejak pertunjukan fesyen menjadi cara terbaik untuk melihat koleksi baru pereka, dan hanya 15 tahun sejak internet mula mengarkibkan secara digital apa yang dipakai oleh mereka. Banyak yang telah berubah di kedua-dua bahagian depan - pakaian dalam pertunjukan, orang-orang di barisan depan, dan apa yang dipakai oleh orang-orang itu - tetapi satu perkara yang tetap berterusan adalah konsep trend.  Walaupun tidak lagi terasa moden bagi seorang pereka untuk beralih antara rujukan sewenang-wenang dari musim ke musim, tidak dapat dielakkan bahawa tema, item, dan siluet tertentu akan bergabung untuk membentuk mesej menyeluruh musim. Gaun Putih Sepanjang Tahun Walaupun di Paris yang kelabu dan suram, gaun putih feminin yang tipis menjadi pakaian seragam bagi banyak wanita. Bagi kebanyakan mereka, gaun ini tidak menjadi trend, dan juga tidak terlalu baru; gaun musim panas yang sejuk telah menjadi pakaian almari pakaian seperti seluar jeans dan kemeja-T. Selamanya Ekle...

'Loose powder' is one of the make-up items that every woman should have. Most women ignore the use of ‘loose powder’ because they consider it an unimportant item. It turns out that you are wrong because ‘loose powder’ acts as a cover for pores on the face and makes your makeup look flawless and last longer. It is also very suitable for use by individuals with oily skin. It can help control the oil on your face and prevent your face from looking shiny. Mostly loose powder is the same function. The only difference is the texture, price and brand. Why use loose powder? For longer lasting makeup. Smooth texture can close pores and make makeup look flawless. Loose powder is also very suitable for oily skin, so it can help control the existing oil and can prevent the face from looking shiny due to oil. When to wear? Apply after applying foundation. Using a powder brush, brush over the entire face. Can also be used to prevent excess eyeshadow from falling on the cheeks, place loose po...

The passion of our society that is easily deceived by all forms of promotion is made especially when it comes to beauty products. Do not listen to or see product advertisements that can whiten or brighten the face, will definitely look for it in the market immediately. However, do not be fooled because there are some beauty products for sale that are very dangerous because they are believed to contain mercury. The National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Division (NPRA), Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) urges the public to refrain from buying and using nine cosmetic products detected to contain scheduled poisons including mercury and hydroquinone. The products are Deeja Cosmetics Laika Cream (mercury), Dejaa Cosmetics Zulai Cream (hydroquinone), Deeja Cosmetics Yus Cream (hydroquinone), and Dnars Luvee Cream (Normal & Sensitive) (hydroquinone). The other five cosmetic products are Dnars Gold Lifthing Serum (Night) (mercury), Sparkle Beauty Cream (hydroquinone, tretinoin & betamethas...

The vitamin that provides the greatest benefits to the body called "C" can be said to be the crown of all skin beauty. And it is not only your inner self that has a BFF with vitamin C: these nutrients can also help change the appearance of your skin. "Vitamin C products are packed with antioxidants that are known to have a lightening and" glowing "effect on our skin," said a dermatologist. Naturally improves skin appearance by fighting the signs of aging and UV exposure, along with hyperpigmentation and dark spots. ” 1.  PIXI Vitamin-C Juice Cleanser Light and refreshing, PIXI Vitamin-C Juice Cleanser is the perfect first step in your night skin care routine. Applied on a cotton liner and rubbed on the skin, the cleansing water removes all makeup effects and removes excess dirt and oil for gentle cleansing. The addition of Vitamin C allows a gentle but powerful cleanser to brighten the skin and minimize the appearance of dark spots. Follow your favorite cl...

For hijabis, the problem of choosing the color of hijab to suit the dress has become common. This is because not all hijab fit some clothes. Sometimes it feels stressful to think about which hijab fits the outfit  thar you are wearing. For hijabis that have not yet 'found' a hijab that fits their outfit of the day, this tip matches the color of the hijab with your go to attire. Source: scarfsweethoney.com.my Advertisement

For those of you who often use makeup and have a busy daily activity, cleaning your face with cleansing soap alone is not enough. In order for your face to be clean to the maximum, you should apply the double cleansing technique using milk cleanser before washing your face with cleansing soap. Milk cleanser tends to soften and effectively clean dirt on acne-prone and oily skin.  Come on, take a look at these milk cleanser recommendations that are great for acne and oily skin: 1. Wardah Purifying Milk Cleanser, cool on the skin and not sticky Of the many milk cleanser products from Wardah, this one is dedicated to oily skin. The formula pH balance is so comfortable on the skin. The main content is witch hazel extract which can shorten the pores so that the skin looks firmer. The creamy texture immediately feels gentle when touching the skin of the face. From the reviewers, many say that the formula of this milk cleanser is not sticky so it is very comfortable to use.  2....

      Written by Adam Schefter ESPN sports analyst Schefter’s thoughtful though the peculiar memoir tells his story of falling in love with the widow of a 9/11 victim, marrying her and moving into her house. In part, Schefter’s memoir is a tribute to that man, Joe Maio, a Cantor Fitzgerald executive who died in the World Trade Center attacks.  In 2005, Schefter, then a sportswriter for the Denver Post took a job with the NFL Network and relocated to New York City; he had a great job, but, at almost 40, he was “single, childless, and lost.” Over Memorial Day weekend in 2006, a mutual friend suggested Schefter call Sharri Maio, who had a six-year-old son; uncertain that he wanted to date a 9/11 widow, he nevertheless called Sharri and they went on their first date.  In the short time they fell in love, got married, and Schefter moved into a “house in the suburbs with a wife, a child, and the memory of Joe.” Living in and working on the house, Sch...

Warlight written by Michael Ondaatje. The term W arlight was used to describe the dimmed lights that guided emergency traffic during London's wartime blackouts. The a-word aptly describes the atmosphere of this haunting, brilliant and set in Britain in the decades after WWII, in which many significant facts are purposely shrouded in the semidarkness of history.  The narrator, Nathaniel Williams looks back at the year 1945 when he was 14 and "our parents went away and left us in the care of two men who may have been criminals." Nathaniel and his older sister, Rachel, are stunned to discover that their mother's purported reason for leaving them was false. Her betrayal destroys their innocence; they learn to accept that "nothing was safe anymore."  To the siblings' surprise, however, their designated guardian, their upstairs lodger, whom they call the Moth, turns out to be a kind and protective mentor. His friend, a former boxer nicknamed ...

5         Sibu Island   Exclusivity Redefined Sibu the island, the best island to visit in Malaysia, consist of four islands in the South China sea. Nothing boasts of seclusion as these four islands of Malaysia, not just because of the remoteness, but also because they house two resorts only. This promotes exclusivity. This island will help you relax in all its earnestly, and it will ensure that you return to your lifestyle with happy memories. Here you can indulge in various activities that revolve around relaxation. Best For: This place is a treat for people who are looking to unwind. You will feel yourself right in the lap of nature. Things To Do: ·          Long walks on the beach ·          Indulging in snorkeling ·          Indulge in fishing activities Best Time To Visit: April – September How...

 Written by Kate Bowler   “We can focus on your comfort always means we’re giving up.” I can’t count how many times I’ve heard this sentiment from both patients and other healthcare providers, and to read it both frustrated and encouraged me at the same time. It’s frustrating because to know that what I do, as a palliative care physician, to help patients and their families during some of their darkest, scariest, heartbreaking and most painful moments, is seen as 'giving up' when it couldn’t be any more different. Yet, I also find it encouraging because it reminds me that there is much work left to be done on educating everyone on the importance of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (HPM). “Everything Happens For A Reason and Other Lies I’ve Loved” is Duke Divinity history professor Kate Bowler’s personal perspective on how being diagnosed with cancer disrupted her "seemingly perfect life" and forced her to question what matters most when it comes down to ...

Cream Crackers Hup Seng adalah makanan utama di banyak pasar raya dan juga di banyak rumah di Malaysia. Sama ada dimakan sebagai makanan ringan atau sebahagian daripada sarapan anda dengan mentega di atasnya, keropok terkenal cukup sinonim dengan budaya makanan tempatan kita.  Sangat terkenal, malah anda boleh memakainya sebagai beg tangan sekarang! Tidak, bukan pembungkusan lah. Ini adalah beg tangan sebenar! Butik kraftangan tempatan WAn's Handmade kini telah mengeluarkan beg tangan Hup Seng Cream Crackers yang direka dengan tepat yang akan sesuai untuk setiap sarapan kopitiam 'date'. Tetapi jika anda mahukan yang lebih moden mereka juga ada design lain. Dengan motif Hup Seng yang sama, jenama ini juga menawarkan beg sandang yang sangat cool! Selain itu, terdapat juga beg bermotif pek roti Gardenia. Sangat luar biasa bukan? Beg-beg semuanya dijual melalui Facebook rasmi WAn's Handmade, dan anda boleh menghubungi mereka untuk mendapatkan maklumat lebih lanjut mengenai ...

Celine Sciamma’s lovely period romance Portrait of a Lady on Fire starts off as a film about looking, but its heart lies in less obvious, more suggestive cinematic elements like texture, mood, and sound. The movie is set sometime in the late 18th century, on a windswept island in Brittany where young painter Marianne (Noémie Merlant) has just arrived with an odd commission: She is to secretly paint young noblewoman Héloïse (Adèle Haenel), so that a prospective Milanese a husband who was previously betrothed to Héloïse’s sister, who killed herself can see her and decide whether he wants her as a wife. Héloïse has just left a Benedictine convent, and, reluctant to marry so soon after receiving her freedom, has already spurned one painter. So Marianne slowly befriends Héloïse, pretending to be there simply as a walking companion, while also clandestinely painting her portrait, a trust exercise founded on betrayal. But Sciamma wisely underplays the potential melodrama of this ...

5 A Snorkeling Paradise Situated in the Sulu Sea, this is one of the best Malaysian islands, which is a haven for refreshing oneself amidst the beauty of nature. Apart from offering elegant wooden chalets to spend your holiday, it is also becoming one of the hottest diving spots in the world. This is amongst the most famous islands in Malaysia. Best For: This tiny jewel-like island is an ideal holiday spot for families with kids, and also for divers. Things To Do: ·          Stay at the luxurious Lankayan Island Dive Resort ·          Indulge in snorkeling or diving ·          Savor the gorgeous views around ·          Explore Gomantong Caves ·          Visit Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation centre Best Time To Visit: March – October, and June – Septemb...

Explore Mud Volcanoes Pulau Tiga or Tiga Island is one of the most beautiful islands in Malaysia. It is located off the western coast of Sabah. It is one of the many small uninhabited islands in Kimanis Bay. Tiga island was formed by an earthquake that had hit Mindanao due to a volcanic eruption near the coast of Borneo Island. Pulau Tiga has some active mud volcanoes in its highest parts. The island is a part of the Tiga Island National Park, one of the best national parks in Malaysia. Best For: The island offers a variety of experiences both for adventure seekers and for those who are simply looking forward to a resort vacation. Things To Do: ·          Beaching on the tranquil shores ·          Hike the mud volcanoes ·          Luxury resort stay Best Time To Visit: December – March How To Reach: Fly to Kota Kinabalu International Ai...

 (By Becky Albertalli & Adam Silverra) Authors Albertalli (Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda) and Silvera (They Both Die at the End) team up for a charming, sweet-natured love story between two very different boys. Arthur (written by Albertalli) is in New York for the summer while his lawyer's mother works a big case.  His family’s affluent and Jewish, and he’s a Broadway geek and a virgin with good grades. Native New Yorker Ben (Silvera) is Puerto Rican. His families on a tight budget, he’s just out of a relationship, and he’s stuck in summer school. Arthur believes in love at first sight; Ben’s not even sure he believes in love. After they bump into each other at a post office, then are separated by a flash mob, Arthur searches the New York haystack to find one adorable high school junior.  But the course of the meet-cute never did run smooth complications include friends, Ben’s ex, cultural differences, and the difficult and confusing nature of lov...