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Nouvelle Park Condo at Poh Huat Road West T.O.P. in 1994 under Period 7 Flying Star Feng Shui

Staying at Low Floors? Besides smell from clearing of common bin(s) if it is just below the block.. to this... This auntie stays on the 2nd floor HDB unit. And asked for the burning cauldron to be moved-away from her unit window.... These service staff from her Town Council are trying to move the burning cauldron further away from her unit windows... This is her unit window in relation to the location of the burning cauldron to the bottom left of the photo

Tiong Bahru by Keith Ang in association with Visual Arts Centre (VAC) This mural is a colourful interpretation of Tiong Bahru, celebrating the rich history and culture of the neighbourhood. The mural references the distinctive Art Deco style seen in the architecture of the area that dates back to the 1930s. The Singapore Improvement Trust (SIT) flats @ are depicted in bold colours and geometric shapes, capturing the essence of the Art Deco movement. Surrounding the HDB flats are other important landmarks of Tiong Bahru. The iconic Tong Bahru Market 2 , one of the oldest in Singapore, where people go to get fresh groceries and their fix on mouth-watering local cuisines. The Monkey God Temple, with its intricate decorations and ornate architecture, is also featured prominently, as is the Gourd from the Hulu Temple, which was a furnace used for burning joss paper that was located just outside the temple. The mural also pays homage to the neighbourhood's heritage and traditions, with the inclusion of Tan Tock Seng's gravestone and a Guardian Statue from the nearby cemetery. These statues are a common sight in Chinese cemeteries and are believed to protect and watch over the deceased. Large bird cages can be seen in the background, referencing the popular bird corner. The elements of the mural come together to tell the story of Tiong Bahru, a neighbourhood that has evolved over the years but has managed to retain its unique character and charm.

Apologies for the mistake! The washer should actually be on the left side and the dryer on the right side in this image. Laughing out loud. Source & Credit: APPLYING PURE COMMON SENSE, HERE The original placement plan should have been as follows: +++

On a such a lovely Sunday morning on 3rd September 2023

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Please note that on paper change of Flying Star Periods are "fixed" eg. 1984 till 2003 2004 till 2023 etc.. However, under Period 8, in reality by 2021 it has already passed. Thus even in 2022, 2023 onwards we are actually in Period 9.

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Source & Credit: The "Hungry Ghost Festival" is in full swing this month (also known as "Zhong Yuan Jie 中元节" in Mandarin). I am sharing this surviving artefact from Clyde Terrace Market (colloquially known as "铁巴刹 Ti Pa Sat"), which was once Singapore's largest market but no longer exists. The market was particularly vivacious and bustling during the "Zhong Yuan Jie 中元节" celebrations. This wood block with the text "庆中元 Qing Zhong Yuan" carved in reverse was by "再合兴公司 Zai He Xing Gongsi" to be used for the celebrations. This month's "Chinese Yuan Festival" activities are in full swing. Share here an artifact from the Clyde Terrace Market. Tiebar was once Singapore's biggest market, but it's gone. During the festivities of the Zhongyuan Festival, the iron bar is particularly lively, people come and go, bustling. This anti-sculpture "Celebrating Zhongyuan" wood plate belongs to Zhexing Company and is made to celebrate this traditional festival. "The July of the lunar calendar, the iron bar is the most lively. Every night there is a celebration of Zhongyuan's reward show. One iron bar, there are two organizations celebrating the Zhongyuan Festival. One is called a big company, composed of iron barrachan stores, the other is called a small company, composed of fish and meat vendors, large companies and small companies. The former is a Chaozhou theater class, such as old saigao, Xinrong and old one incense. The latter is invited by the Yu Opera class, such as the new Sai Feng and Yan Xia Theatre Troupe. "- Singapore Zong Town Hall Federation Association, Huahui Magazine. Source & Credit:

An In-depth understanding of the Frontage of a home. Is it always the main door? Who are the Conservatives & the Modernist. What lead to the Conservatives use of the Main Door only? 1. Who are the Conservatives and the Modernists? 2. An in-depth understanding of why the Conservatives has misunderstood the knowledge passed down by the ancients. For High Rise Compass Reading should be taken from the living room looking out of it. For eg. towards the living room windows or its balcony (if applicable)

In September 2023, during the Presidential election = Landslide victory. LOL

Most probably my last few purchases… As McDonald’s is closing down all their McCafe. I don’t really like their breakfast… so eat elsewhere… and chill with a cup of coffee before my next appointment.

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At Geylang Serai Market & Food Centre Geylang Serai During World War II And After Like other parts of Singapore, Geylang Serai suffered severe damage during the Second World War when Japanese troops marched into the area from Pulau Tekong and Changi. Malays from Geylang Sera were amongst the prisoners-of-war sent to build railways in Thailand and Burma. During the Japanese Occupation (1942-45), living conditions were poor. The Japanese made tapioca the staple food due to a rice shortage. Residents were allotted land to grow tapioca as a cash crop. Some coconut and rubber plantations were converted into tapioca farms and the area became known as Kampong Ubi ("Tapioca Village" in Malay). Today, Jalan Ubi (part of the wider Geylang Serai area) serves as a reminder of this past. Post-war Geylang Serai: From Urban Slum To A Modern Estate After the war, Geylang Serai saw the rise of new Malay and Chinese settlements. In the 1950s, some Chinese residents moved out and Geylang Serai slowly acquired a predominantly Malay flavour. The settlements became so dense that by 1957, Geylang Serai was home to an estimated 360,000 people who lived with poor drainage and sanitation. The area was prone to flooding particularly during the monsoon season. When river banks burst, village lanes turned into rivers and residents waded in knee-deep water and had to move about in makeshift rafts or small boats. The Pioneering Spirit As Singapore flourished in the mid-19th century, the island drew migrants from the Malay Peninsula and the Indonesian archipelago. Settlers from the Malay Peninsula were largely responsible for clearing the land for pepper and gambier plantations, while many Javanese and Boyanese immigrants worked in rubber plantations. During this period, three wealthy Yemeni-Arab families - the Alsagoffs, Alkaffs and the Aljunieds - acquired land in Geylang. The Alsagoffs owned a large plot which they named the "Perseverance Estate". Lemongrass and citronella were cultivated here by Chinese and Malay farmers. The crop was processed into soaps and scents at the Citronella Press Factory and exported to Europe and North America. In the 189os, when the citronella market declined, the factory was closed and its site was converted into an eastern terminal for Singapore's first tramline. The farmers in the estate turned to growing coconuts, rubber, vegetables and rearing poultry for a living. Jalan Eunos Malay Settlement Another important settlement in the area was Kampong Melayu (Malay Village), which was established in 1929 by the Singapore Malay Union to provide affordable housing land for poor Malays. In 1927, Encik Muhammad Eunos Abdullah, Chairman of Kesatuan Melayu Singapura (the Singapore Malay Union) had appealed to the Colonial Government and successfully bought a piece of land for the Malay community. Known as the Jalan Eunos Malay Settlement or Kampong Melayu, the area was extended to Kaki Bukit in 196o. Other Malay villages were also set up along similar lines in West Coast, Sembawang and Ayer Gemuruh (in Changi). However, these settlements later made way for housing and other urban development projects. Scented Grasses: Lemongrass and Citronella There are two species of plants in the grass family commonly known as Serai. Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) or Serai has been used for centuries to impart a pleasant citrusy flavour to food. Known as Serai Wangi, citronella (Cymbopogon winterianus) is prized for its oil which has anti-rheumatic and mosquito-repelling properties. Lemongrass has thin, 50 cm-long leaves, while citronella has broader leaves which can reach up to one metre in length. The Alsagoffs In 1848, Syed Abdul Rahman Alsagoff arrived in Singapore with his son and set up Alsagoff & Company. The Alsagoffs were prominent traders and philanthropists who donated generously to endowments for * Islamic schools and charities. Part of the present Eunos Road and Geylang Serai Road was formerly named Jalan Alsagoff in 1932 after the Alsagoff family. Engku Aman Road, which runs parallel to Geylang Serai Road, is named after Abdulrahman bin Taha Alsagoff (1880-1955), a philanthropist and landowner. He held the title "Engku" as he was of Bugis royal descent. He is also well known for his contributions to the Alsagoff Arab School and the reconstruction of the Hajjah Fatimah Mosque in Kampong Glam. The mosque was founded by his great-grandmother, a Malaccan merchant who was also the Sultana of Gowa in Sulawesi. Life in Geylang Serai Community and Religion Shopping and eating are not the only activities that Geylang Sera is famous for. Located on the corner where Jalan Turi meets Changi Road, the Taj Cinema (later renamed the Singapura Theatre) was once a magnet for fans of Malay movies as well as Hindustani films with Malay subtitles. However, due to competition from new cinemas in the city, the crowds started dwindling and by the 198s, the cinema catered mainly to foreign construction workers. The cinema's premises are now occupied by retail outlets and a food centre. Built in 1982 and upgraded in 1995 with modern facilities, the Kampong Ubi Community Centre is located at the junction of Jalan Ubi and Sims Avenue. The Community Centre works to promote social cohesion amongst the residents with a wide range of community and cultural programmes. A Home For The Arts The area around Geylang Sera has also left its mark on Singapore's arts scene. During the 19305, acclaimed Chinese artist, Xu Beihong (1895-1953) resided in a house at Lorong 35 Geylang, where he produced masterpieces such as Put Down Your Whip (1939). Also based in the area was local batik master, Sarkasi Said, who has played a major role in turning batik painting into a world class art form. Born in 1938, Sarkasi Said has exhibited across Asia, Europe and the US, and was honoured with the Pingat APAD for his contributions to the arts. The Tan Swie Hian Museum, located at the junction of Lorong 31 Geylang and Sims Avenue, features the work of Tan Swie Hian, one of Singapore's most important visual artists and the winner of the Cultural Medallion in 1987. Other cultural institutions in the area include the Art Retreat at Ubi Crescent and the Kong Hiap Memorial Museum at Geylang East Avenue I. Hari Raya Light Up! Every year, during the Muslim month of Ramadan, the streets around Geylang Serai come alive with colourful lights and festive décor to welcome Hari Raga Aidilfitri. Also known as Hari Raya Puasa, this festival marks the end of a month of daily fasting and meditation. The Hari Raya light up began in 1984, when the community first erected arches over Geylang Serai Road that represented minarets and hung mock ketupats (rice cakes) and bunga manggar (bridal flowers) from street lamps. The Hari Raya light up has since become a much-anticipated annual event that draws many Singaporeans and tourists to Geylang Sera during Ramadan. The festive mood is enhanced by a giant street bazaar set up around the market with hundreds of stalls serving up Malay delicacies, souvenirs, garments, home furnishings, furniture, etc. Over the years, this Hari Baya Bazaar grew in size and popularity, spreading out from the car park of the Geylang Serai flats all the way to the area near Tanjong Katong Complex. Looking Forward To a New Chapter As part of the government's estate renewal programmes'for older estates, Geylang Serai was granted a new round of rejuvenation in February 2003 under the HDB's Selective En bloc Redevelopment Scheme (SERS) and Hawker Centres Upgrading Programme (HUP). The redevelopment pro-gramme entailed the building of a two-storey market to replace the earlier facility and the replacement of the old flats by new housing blocks with a multi-storey carpark topped by a roof garden - named Sri Geylang Serai. While some regular visitors may feel a sense of loss for the old market that had occupied a special place in the hearts of many Singaporeans, many residents and visitors also saw the need to give Geylang Serai a new lease of life to improve its appeal, charm and hygiene standard. Whatever the changes, there is no doubt that Geylang Serai will maintain its unique character, spirit of mutual tolerance and warm sense of welcome.

Feng Shui suffers a bad reputation, today. Many Feng Shui Masters are a Feng Shui Store. Their core business is not authentic Feng Shui. But rather making big bucks by selling lots of useless commercial products in the name of Feng Shui. Please give me a good reason not to buy such products. Here's one: Okay, the above was written prior to the knowledge of COV-19. Here’s to another reason, why. Many Feng Shui Masters and their shops are FAKES! On Saturday, 14 March 2020, a WhatsApp from a past client P.S. Frankly, I was just being extremely polite. Actually if one got the hint, as the British always say just throw the "bloody" thing away!

25th Anniversary in 2019 How can we help you today? GET EXPERT HELP: IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH, WEALTH & HAPPINESS TODAY Comprehensive Home Package [A.]: On-site or [B.]: Off-site for HDB / Condo / EC & Landed Properties for New/Re-Sale House or facing financial/ marriage/ relationship/ health issues Do you offer a 1 visit On-site audit? How much? " As much as we see, Geomancy.net has great web presence built up over the years and is seen as one of the SG market leaders in residential house audit. " Success starts with good Feng Shui Transparent Pricing & No Hidden Costs. No Purchase of Products. Cecil Lee, +65 9785-3171 / support@geomancy.net House Hunting? We will help you select the most auspicious unit! Learn More The Experts in House Hunting

25th Anniversary in 2019 How can we help you today? GET EXPERT HELP: IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH, WEALTH & HAPPINESS TODAY Comprehensive Home Package [A.]: On-site or [B.]: Off-site for HDB / Condo / EC & Landed Properties for New/Re-Sale House or facing financial/ marriage/ relationship/ health issues Do you offer a 1 visit On-site audit? How much? " As much as we see, Geomancy.net has great web presence built up over the years and is seen as one of the SG market leaders in residential house audit. " Success starts with good Feng Shui Transparent Pricing & No Hidden Costs. No Purchase of Products. Cecil Lee, +65 9785-3171 / support@geomancy.net House Hunting? We will help you select the most auspicious unit! Learn More The Experts in House Hunting

25th Anniversary in 2019 How can we help you today? GET EXPERT HELP: IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH, WEALTH & HAPPINESS TODAY Comprehensive Home Package [A.]: On-site or [B.]: Off-site for HDB / Condo / EC & Landed Properties for New/Re-Sale House or facing financial/ marriage/ relationship/ health issues Do you offer a 1 visit On-site audit? How much? " As much as we see, Geomancy.net has great web presence built up over the years and is seen as one of the SG market leaders in residential house audit. " Success starts with good Feng Shui Transparent Pricing & No Hidden Costs. No Purchase of Products. Cecil Lee, +65 9785-3171 / support@geomancy.net House Hunting? We will help you select the most auspicious unit! Learn More The Experts in House Hunting

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Feng Shui suffers a bad reputation, today. Many Feng Shui Masters are a Feng Shui Store. Their core business is not authentic Feng Shui. But rather making big bucks by selling lots of useless commercial products in the name of Feng Shui. Please give me a good reason not to buy such products. Here's one: Okay, the above was written prior to the knowledge of COV-19. Here’s to another reason, why. Many Feng Shui Masters and their shops are FAKES! On Saturday, 14 March 2020, a WhatsApp from a past client P.S. Frankly, I was just being extremely polite. Actually if one got the hint, as the British always say just throw the "bloody" thing away!

Is the Sales Brochure Useful? Introduction: For brand new just launched developments, there is no physical site to visit the completed buildings and apartments. 1. The only thing we can do is to visit the show room (which often is close-by to the site) as well as obtain a sales brochure and see the mock-up of the development. As well as try to ask questions from the sales agent (if any). 1.1. We must still try to gather as much information as we can. 2. Summary of Case Studies in this article. If the information is overwhelming. Pick and choose selective articles... 1A & B: Common Rubbish Bin 2A & B: Interior unit Dry Walls 3: Fire at Heaven's Gate 4: Sha Qi or Poison Arrows from Club-house roof-lines 5: 3 Panel Sliding Doors at the Balcony 6: Drainage at the Balcony 7: Air-con Ledges 8: Mixed Developments + Cooling Towers 9: Termite infestations 10: Coffee-shop below or near to unit 11: Water tank at roof-top 12: Lamp Posts, Pillars, Tree Trunks 13: Spice Garden in an EC/condo 14: EC/condo Clubhouse 15A & B: Pneumatic Waste Collection System 16: Look closely at the development's scale model for clues 17: Buying a Mixed development apartment 18: Survey or study facilities surrounding the development 19: Pump Room below a unit 20: Seven Commandments of Stove Placement 21: Is there a potential poison arrow from the neighbours? 22: Should I be concerned with a near-by temple, church, mosque &/or elder care? 23: Is the compass marking on the Sales Brochure accurate? 24: Sites reserved for Schools? 25: Doors face each other? [Main Door/Bedrooms] 26: Unit numbers with 4, 44 or 444 Okay? 27: Stove or sink or WC at the Centre of the house? 3. It is always an excellent idea to spent some time to scrutinise a prospective sales brochure of our potential buy (purchase). 4. Recently, more and more clients have discovered to their shock (horror) that the least expected was the location of the central rubbish bin outside their unit. 5. A year ago; many had purchased a premium unit within the development .. and later shocked to learn that the central rubbish chute (for their entire floor) is just next to their main door! 6. Thus the morale of the story is to check first before signing on the dotted line. 7. In general, most developments have these:- 8.1. A central rubbish collection centre / rubbish bin collection point 8.2. Power Sub-station. Every development usually has one or more of these depending on the size of the development. 8.3. Design of club-house roof-lines / trellis / gazebo / pavilion. Are the designs a "threat" e.g. with spikes or like a razor's edge? Usually these are aimed towards lower storeys. 8.4. Any poison arrows in the form of a sharp corner of another block of neighbouring stack aimed towards one's balcony (hard to cure) or towards one's windows (if any) 8.5. Location of areas like BBQ pits and any impact e.g. the smell from these pits towards a unit.. especially low storeys such as #01 or #02 first or second storeys 8.6. Any tree trunk aimed towards a lower unit e.g. #01 or #02. Unfortunately it may be too late; especially if the development is under construction. 9. There are lots more considerations... 9.1. Do remember "Read in-between" the lines.. CLICK THIS LINK TO LEARN MORE The Experts in House Hunting " As much as we see, Geomancy.net has great web presence built up over the years and is seen as one of the SG market leaders in residential house audit. " Success starts with good Feng Shui Transparent Pricing & No Hidden Costs. No Purchase of Products. Cecil Lee, +65 9785-3171 / support@geomancy.net The Experts in House Hunting

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