I only realized that today is Lup Chun day late in the evening when I saw my friends’ postings on them balancing eggs on social media. So, for the fun of it, Cass and I rambled to the kitchen, took out some eggs and kneeled on the floor to do our balancing act.
This year, balancing the eggs is so much easier! Cass and I balanced our first egg in less than a minute. And within 5 minutes, Cass balanced 4 eggs and 3 from my side.
Just like that, the eggs just stood on the floor. Easy peasy, unlike in previous years where we tried for almost half an hour and none of the eggs stood.
Does this mean that this year is a smooth-sailing and easy-peasy year for us?
I sure hope so! 🙏😁
Cass and I think that the logic behind the eggs standing is because the eggs were taken out from the fridge, and the firm egg yolks are at the bottom, thus, because of gravity, they stood.
When the mil came back from an outing with her SILs (hubby’s aunts, one of whom just returned from the UK for a holiday), she passed an MZ Wallace shoulder bag to me. It’s a gift from my SIL from the UK, for my birthday next month! I totally didn’t expect to receive a bag from my SIL. What a pleasant surprise! Thank you so much, tai kar che!
I love the design and material of the bag. It’s made of soft quilted fabric and very light weight. Just perfect for my Carpal Tunnel Syndrome right hand, as carrying heavy weights will aggravate the pain/numbness. Recently I have given many of my sturdy hand bags to Maria and have switched to light-weight bags.I checked the price online and it’s a whopping RM725 for a tiny bag!
Yoga is an ancient practice involving a group of physical, mental, and spiritual disciplines with origins stretching back thousands of years in India. Focusing on flexibility, breath work, and strength, people who practice yoga find mental wellness, serenity, peace, and physical, and health benefits. If you’re suffering from an illness, recovering from surgery, or living with a chronic condition, practising yoga can become an integral part of your treatment and road to recovery.
Attempting a headstand, shoulderstand, downward dog, or trying a new balance pose is challenging enough on its own, but it’s made even harder if you have to fiddle with baggy, too-tight or uncomfortable yoga clothes. That’s why it’s necessary to purchase proper clothes for yoga or yoga sets that are usually breathable, flexible, and comfortable.
As yoga requires a lot of stretching and bending, you’ll need clothes that allow free movement. You should avoid clothes that are too loose and will bunch up, cover your face, expose your midsection or get in the way. Clothes that ride up can be annoying and they can block your vision. Choose something that is form-fitting when it comes to yoga.
The purchase of your yoga clothing will depend on your personal preference, and the style of yoga you plan to practice. Generally, here’s what to wear to yoga:
A breathable and form-fitting top that won’t hang over your head when you’re in an upside-down pose.
For women, a sports bra or bra top that provides enough support for the type of yoga you’re practicing. As with any exercise, wear a well-fitting wire-free sports bra for extra support, particularly if you’re blessed with big assets.
Breathable, flexible bottoms like yoga pants or shorts that are not too constricting or too loose.
A good pair of high waist leggings is necessary for high-intensity workouts and yoga. Unlike low-rise and mid-rise leggings, higher-waisted options are more likely to stay put on your waist, so you don’t have to worry about pulling your pants up continuously during a fitness class.
Loose-fitted pants can also be worn for slower yoga classes like restorative or yin. However, they are not recommended for power vinyasa classes as they can hinder mobility. But if you do want to wear loose-fitted pants for a high-power, challenging yoga class, opt for those with a cinch around the ankle.
As with all sports clothing, choose yoga pants or leggings that offer a good combo of flexibility, breathability, and most importantly, comfort. One of the best yoga clothing materials is those that are buttery-soft and stretchy and can wick moisture, such as those from Cosmolle. Choose yoga clothing made of fabric that you don’t have to adjust much during your stretches. This usually requires a blend of nylon, polyester, elastane, and spandex blend. These materials respond smoothly when you’re in a Downward-Facing Dog or lunging forwards pose.
Investing in good quality yoga attire will ensure supreme comfort and boost your confidence when you’re at the studio or in the gym. You can shop for yoga clothing online or offline at activewear shops and lingerie shops. If you’re shopping for them online, don’t forget to look out for discount vouchers, bundle deals, and free shipping.
Now that you’re fully set with what to wear, it’s time to stay in shape and do some yoga!
