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Monday, August 12, 2013

Sonia Sui Tang 隋棠



Sonia Sui Tang is a famous model in Taiwan.
After her university studies, she returned from Canada to Taiwan
and began modelling.



She was one of the high profile models in Taiwan from 2006 to 2010 along with Lin Chi Ling.

Sonia Sui was from "Catwalk Modeling Agency" (One of the biggest modelling agency in Taiwan)

Sonia Sui in Green outfit Below.


Other models featured above are from "Catwalk Modeling Agency" as well.
Pictures are from a pictorial book published likely by the agency.

More pictorial pictures at:
http://blog.cnyes.com/My/cnyes-fun/article106903





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Source: http://wiki.d-addicts.com/Sonia_Sui
"At the age of 13, Sui and her family moved to Warsaw, Poland
and completed her Junior high school.

She then moved to Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada where
she finished her high school and
went to study psychology at University of Winnipeg
"

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Some other facts:
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Age: 33 years old in Year 2013.
She was born in Year 1980






Her Gain To Fame 犀利人妻
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Even though she was already famous in Taiwan as a model.
She really became a household name in the Chinese Entertainment industry when she
acted in the popular drama series "The Fierce Wife" 犀利人妻.



In a short summary:
She acted as a virtuous wife of a cheating man.
He cheated with her cousin.


Show Sample:



It's kinda weird to see such a beautiful woman disguised as a dowdy housewife.

From this...  to that?

 

I think the combination of the script, in addition to Sonia's role and portrayal was a recipe for success,

The role was so charming and endearing to the point, that the public all rooted for the main female lead to reconcile with her hubby in the show.






Stills from "The Fierce Wife"


The irony of the situation was, after the success of this show, her own relationship broke down
and she was widely believed to have suffered a similar fate as the character in the show.


She garnered a lot of public sympathy during the time as a result of this.
She was seen as a victim in a love triangle, just like the character.


Some background on this:



Past Relationship With Yao Yuan Hao 姚元浩
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Sonia Sui had been in a relationship with Yao Yuan Hao for 8 years.




They broke up at least twice between 2010 - 2012.

It was widely speculated that a 3rd party caused their final spilt.
The 3rd party was rumored to be Cyndi Wang Xin Ling.

Cyndi Wang 王心凌



Press Conference 1: Sonia Sui
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May 2012


Excerpt:
"Sonia Sui tearfully admitted to breaking up with her boyfriend, Yao Yuan Hao, at an event yesterday, just two days after defending the actor who was accused of having an affair with Cyndi Wang.

On Wednesday night, Yuan Hao made a statement on his Facebook where he wrote, "After reading the news recently, I want to apologize to my friend who was dragged into the matter and I hope everyone will stop harassing the innocent friend." It was clear that the friend that the actor mentioned was Cyndi, who was speculated to be the third party in the couple's relationship.


Meanwhile, during a Louis Vuitton event yesterday, Sonia let slip the couple's breakup under the barrage of questions from the media. "I hope that someone better will take care of him [for me]," she said, hinting at the presence of a third party.

The actress shed tears, expressing, "Maybe I did not do well for the past eight years [that we were together]. I never thought that we will break up, and I can't explain the situation to you [the media] fully."

Following the actress's confession, Yuan Hao's manager expressed that the couple had indeed parted ways and had not met for the past month. He emphasized that there is no third party behind the separation and it has nothing to do with Cyndi.
"











A week later, Cyndi Wang held a press conference in her own defense.
She was facing immense pressure from the press and public at that time.

Press Conference 2: Cyndi Wang 王心凌
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According to maydaily.com, Cyndi announced in the her press conference that
“I’m not the third party,”

Excerpt:
"She insists that she did not come between Sonia Sui (隋棠) and Yao Yuan-hao (姚元浩), EVEN though she DID admit she dated Yuan-hao in May 2011. "


Press Conference 3: Yao Yuan Hao 姚元浩
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 A few months later, Yao Yuan Hao broke his silence and revealed his side of the story.

"Asianpopnews reported that at the publicity event for his latest drama, "The Red Riding Hood & The Small Wolf", Yuan Hao revealed, "Sonia initiated the breakup two years ago after I went to a night club to pick up my sister. She was angry with me that I thought maybe I am not the kind of guy she wants."

The actor alleged that after their breakup, he met Cyndi at a friend's gathering and started to express his problems to her.


He stressed, "We met each other after the breakup. When we were photographed vacationing at Kenting and hugged at a car park, Sonia and I have already broken up."


The actor admitted that he and Sonia rekindled their relationship a few months later but it was a short reunion and they broke off again.


When asked if Sonia may have not understood the situation of their relationship, Yuan Hao shook his head and stated, "She knows exactly what is going on. There is no need to explain. I gave it all to this relationship. There was not reservation and I did not put myself on top of others."

In regards to Yuan Hao's explanation, Sonia's manager remarked, "He can say whatever he wants but the truth remains the same. We're not sure if his purpose is for his new girlfriend or for the publicity of his latest drama. It's heartbreaking. Their justifications keep changing, so we cannot be bothered to respond. Please do not drag Sonia in. I believe she will give them her blessings."



Conclusion
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Seems like Yao Yuan Hao has ended up with Cyndi in the end.
(January 2013)

Source: http://asianpopnews.com/cyndi-wang-and-yao-yuan-hao-rekindle-love/




Excerpt from: http://entertainment.xin.msn.com/en/celebrity/buzz/asia/yao-yuan-hao-and-cyndi-wang-rekindles-romance

"Taiwanese actor Yao Yuan Hao finally confessed his relationship with singer Cyndi Wang after their intimate photos surfaced recently.

Yuan Hao arrived at Cyndi’s apartment on New Year’s Eve, and was photographed giving Cyndi an intimate back hug, while the latter leaned lovingly on his chest.

Since last month, the duo was spotted together on different occasions and the 31-year-old actor also visited Cyndi’s apartment several times. The pair initially denied all dating rumours and commented “it was impossible for them to rekindle their relationship”.

However, Yuan Hao admitted to their relationship when he found out they were “caught red-handed” on New Year’s Eve. He expressed via his manager, “We bumped into each other again early last month and started dating since then.”

The couple briefly dated in mid-2011 and the Taiwanese singer-actress was widely speculated as the third party when Yuan Hao announced his break up from model, Sonia Sui in February last year. Cyndi held a press conference then and tearfully refuted these rumours."









Sonia Sui's Latest Relationship Status
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Sonia sent the press into a frenzy when she posted a picture of herself
with Korean Actor, Jung Woo Sung in late 2012.

(October 2012)


But it seems it was a random picture they took together when they met at a Korean Film Festival, held in Busan.

Seems like Sonia Sui is not dating anyone seriously currently.
(May 2013)





More information of Sonia Sui at: http://wiki.d-addicts.com/Sonia_Sui


Saturday, August 10, 2013

Home Improvement Series - White Magnetic Marker Board

I had an idea to use the vertical or aerial space that I had
from the back of my wardrobe in my current bedroom.

I wanted to put a magnetic board that I could pin stuff like
postcards, bills, small notes and nice pictures on it.

Some inspiration pictures from the Web:










In addition, it would be great if the magnetic board could also be used as a white marker board.



I started searching on the web on where I can get something similar to those pictures.

Here are the shortlisted finds:
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1. Steel Magnetic Board from Ikea Singapore - S$24.50, 37x78cm

2. Steel Magnetic Board from Amazon - Various Price for Different Sizes

3. Magnetic Board from CB2 of Crate and Barrel - USD39.95,  23.5"x23.5"x2"

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1.Steel Magnetic Board from Ikea Singapore

Product Name: SPONTAN
Product Description: Magnetic board, silver-colour
Price S$24.50  |   Size: 37x78 cm




There was a cool Ikea Hack on  for this Magnetic Board.
Basically "Crystina, Saint Paul' painted the Magneitc board with chalk paint.
So the board can now be scribbled with Chalk and still be magnetic.
Cool Hack!!!



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2. Steel Magnetic Board from Amazon

Product Name: Muro Magnetic Board

Product Description:
Blomus stainless steel magnetic board is great for home or office organization. May be hung horizontally or vertically. Magnets are also available as an option to coordinate style/color.

Price: Various   |   Size: Various




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3. Magnetic Board from CB2 of Crate and Barrel

Product Name: Magnetic Dry Erase Board

Product Description:
White powdercoated galvanized steel square marks to-dos,
magnets pics, then resets a clean slate.
Magnetic black dry erase marker included.
Price USD39.95  |   Size: 23.5"x23.5"x2"












Conclusion
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In the end, I went with the Amazon product mainly
because I preferred the different dimensions the manufacturer offered.
It would fit better in the space I needed.

Thinking back, I think I would have bought the Ikea version as the shipping fees were kinda hefty.
Oh well.








Post Problems with the Steel Magnetic Board
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The thing with the Steel Magnetic Board that I bought.
I assumed that I would be able to scribble drawings on it with my white marker pen and rub it away.


But little did I know, the ink markings were really hard to rub away.
I had to use a make-up remover to remove it.



I did not want to reach for the make-up remover every time I scribbled or drew something wrongly.
It takes away the whole fun of the spontaneous and random thoughts flying through my head as I'm drawing or penning down ideas.



So I was stuck with this issue for quite a long while, until one day I managed to figure out a quick fix.





Tip and Hack
How to make a magnetic whiteboard wall
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If you were like me, and faced problems with
trying to erase the white marker ink on your magnetic board.


You can simply buy a screen protector.
You know, those used for your mobile screen or pc monitors.



And get the screen protector in a huge dimension and stick it over the board.

It's a 5 minute hack.
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Step 1: Measure the dimension of the magnetic board.
Step 2: Buy the screen protector.
Step 3: Stick the screen protector on the magnetic board.

And you're done!
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This solution works as the board still remains magnetic and
you can write and wipe whiteboard marker drawings on it.

And the best thing is, the screen protector is cheap, hardly noticeable and removable.


Tip: A4 Sized Screen Protectors cost S$2 at the Daiso Shop.










Random:
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While researching on this,
I chanced upon glass magnetic boards with the same white marker writing abilities.



They looked much nicer actually. More sleek and professional looking.











But it comes with a much heavier price tag that I am unable to afford.
Might be good for offices though. 




 





I found a cheaper one for home usage on the Crate and Barrel site.

Product Name: White Glass Magnetic 17.75" Wipe Board
Price: U$$22.95
Source: http://www.crateandbarrel.com/white-glass-magnetic-17.75-wipe-board/s258779



But I was afraid that during shipping, that the glass will break.
It would likely be more costly as well.

So I abandoned the idea altogether.



Wednesday, August 07, 2013

Home Improvement Series - Space Saving Furniture Exploration


Chanced Upon a site that has some real great samples of
Space Saving Furniture
while randomly browsing on the
Stumble Upon Windows 8 Browser App.

For more information, please visit:
http://www.itsdamncool.com/category/furniture-interior-design/furniture/
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Here are some excerpts that I loved!

1. Cabinent + 4 Chairs + 1 Coffee Table

You can keep the chairs and table away and have clear open space. 
Simple take it out again when you need it the next time.
Looks like it's pretty nifty and perfect for games like cards, scrabble, board games and mahjong!

Cool colors. Definitely keeping this in mind for the entertainment room.



2. Fold out convertible desk
Southern Enterprises Fold-out Convertible Desk, Winter White

Think it's great to be placed ay the doorway.
That area is not really utilized once the door is closed.
How could be a cool small coffee table in a small kitchen.
Or maybe if you wanna do business in the toilet?
Muhahaha...
















3. Convertible Sofa into 2 Bunk Beds.
Perfect for Guest Rooms!

Will it rust if you don't use it for a long time?
And how sturdy is it?
Will it snap back into a sofa in the middle of the night?





4. Stair drawers
The stairs can act as seats and storage.
It also creates the illusion of height and space when placed in housing with only 1 storey.






Random insert here:
Mario Furniture!

Just because it's cute.