Cecil Lee

In 1966, the site where Belgravia Green is under construction is a virgin piece of land. Even so until 1977. In 1977, roads such as today’s Saraca Road, Kansai Road and Mimosa Cresent started taking shape: At the bottom: Ang Mo Kio Ave 5 is also taking shape. Today we know it as Seletar Hills Estate.

This side of this home also directly faces the afternoon sun... The owners also used vertical panels with horizontal metallic strips as a sort of “heat-sink” for the two sets of windows.

All the “heat-sink” panels are welded...

Sweet white and a bit sappy ... the core is a brown inedible seed. The external has a snake like skin...The fruit has a nice light fragrant smell. If eaten too much.. can feel kinda indigestion....but no harm... though!

More on the Chinese 7th Lunar Month 1. There are only a few cemeteries left in SGP, so it is wise to refrain from entering unless absolutely necessary. If you do find yourself there, it is best to go in the early morning hours. 2. It is not advisable to whistle while walking alone on a deserted road at night. It is better to wear earphones and listen to traffic sounds while walking home. 3. It is important to avoid urinating on trees or plants as it is illegal and can lead to legal consequences. 4. Sometimes accidentally kicking or stepping on roadside offerings is unavoidable. In such cases, a polite apology is the best course of action. 5. It is inappropriate to make jokes or disrespectful comments about offerings, and it is advisable to leave the area if the smell of burning incense becomes overwhelming. 6. When attending a Chinese Opera, it is customary to refrain from rushing to sit in the first two rows. 7. If you detect a scent while walking, it is better to walk away from it rather than following it like a hound-dog. 8. It is best to avoid picking up interesting objects found on the road, as they may be "valuable" items left behind. It is advisable to ignore them and continue on your way. 9. Standing under a large tree at night for shelter is not advisable. It is better to carry an umbrella, but avoid using a red one. Ladies should also avoid wearing all red clothing and red high heels. 10. Hanging solid rod wind chimes at home may attract negative energy, so it is best to avoid doing so. 11. If you feel a presence behind you, it is best not to look back. Keep walking and, if necessary, run to safety. 12. For gamblers, it is best to avoid seeking lottery numbers from trees. +++ In Conclusion In conclusion, it is important to respect local customs and traditions in SGP to avoid any legal or cultural misunderstandings. Following guidelines such as avoiding cemeteries, being cautious at night, and respecting offerings can help prevent any unwanted situations.

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Case Study 6: Fake Feng Shui will always flourish due to constant demand for it. 1. As this is an unregulated area, fake Feng Shui is always around. 2. If the Feng Shui Master's website sells products.... this is a RED Flag!

Case Study 5: "Bait and Hook Business Model" A common business model is the bait and hook business model. It's a pretty basic concept most of us are really aware of. If yawn.. please skip this. The service is sold to the "victim" at a low price. This is the bait. The hook comes when customers are told to keep buying various products to enhance the purpose of supplementing the low price service.

Case Study 4: "My motive is that I want to earn money from renovating your home + additional Feng Shui income" Welcome to the world of "I can do everything for you!" Gd morning Master, I have a friend came cover and took the flat facing direction. He told me is E (East) but I notice you mentioned NE. will there be a problem. He asked if the facing was taken in the house or ground. I am not sure. What should I tell him? Thanks. According to my client, his "friend" actually had a motive: "He was one of renovator and said he do fengshui as well" No wonder that this renovator tries to confuse and ask my client to use his service, instead. LOL Unfortunately for him, he messed with the wrong Feng Shui master. As I am very meticulous and even have facts to refute his irresponsible claims. Fortunately, my client who knows me well; as I have seen both his previous home as well as him parents home knew better than to trust this renovator's story. The above 65 degrees shows that the unit faces Flying Stars NE3. Another reading using the profile of Grantral Mall @ Clementi to do an additional confirmation. Given that the Clementi Towers block 441A is parallel to this mall. The reading exactly shows 65 degrees or NE3 facing. On-site physical compass readings also confirm the above readings showing + - 65 degrees by myself on a 2nd visit plus an earlier the also 1st visit by Master Robert Lee. Just imagine if my client was taken-in by this renovator. Assuming the renovator uses East facing... what will happen with such a wrong reading? Won't my client's Feng Shui be messed up by this renovator? Perhaps the renovator should just stick to renovations? And not practise fake or con or scare-tactics Feng Shui just to eat both pies? No wonder sometimes this is appropriate, here: "A jack of all trades is a master of none!" LOL

"Buy from me!"

Yes, you have just answered the question. Pure common sense. If can wait or "tahan". Why not?

1. It may not be practical to delay opening the door until after the 7th month. 2. The decision hinges on the factors previously mentioned. 3. Hence, it would not be wise for me to propose an alternative course of action. 4. Nevertheless, if circumstances dictate an earlier move-in date within the 7th month or eliminate the option of waiting until after the 7th month, then further discussion on this matter becomes irrelevant. In Singapore, camping with belongings at East Coast, Punggol, Sembawang, or West Coast Park is not permitted, and violators will face fines from the authorities. 5. As you did not respond to the issue raised in Paragraph 4, "the urgency to move in as soon as possible," I presume it is acceptable to postpone until after the 7th month, correct? 6. Additionally, when you receive your keys, there will be less than three weeks left in the 7th month, so it is prudent to proceed cautiously. Other considerations: 7. Has the property been unoccupied for an extended period, or has it recently become vacant? 7.1. Additionally, if the property has been empty for a prolonged period, it may be a valid reason to delay moving in during the seventh month. 7.2. Conversely, if the current owner or tenants have recently vacated the property, it may provide a more positive experience. 8. Lower floors are more likely to be chosen over very high floors, such as those with 30 storeys, due to the increased effort required to access higher levels. Concerns are heightened for properties on the 8th floor or lower, particularly ground floors or those on the 2nd storey. In Conclusion In conclusion, it is not advisable to delay opening the door until after the 7th month, and the decision depends on the previously mentioned factors. If circumstances necessitate an earlier move-in date or eliminate the option of waiting, further discussion becomes irrelevant. Camping with belongings at specified parks in Singapore is not allowed, and violators will face fines. It is prudent to proceed cautiously when receiving keys with less than three weeks left in the 7th month. The property's occupancy status and floor level are also important considerations in making the decision.

Do you believe in the existence of ghosts? If Yes/No? Like humans, ghosts also comes in all shapes and sizes:- The Good Ghost +++ The SHADOW Ghost or EVIL One The bad one. The bad one does not only come out during the Chinese 7th Lunar month. The bad one or often called the SHADOW one comes and goes 24/7. But they prefer to haunt a location... rarely encounter these unless one goes to a place haunted by them. I caught a ghost in a photo!

Myths about the Chinese 7th month Q1. Avoid staying out late. Reply: In a densely populated urban area such as Singapore, there is no need to be concerned about staying out late, even for a late-night party." Unfortunately, there is a small minority of individuals who lack the necessary aura or yang qi to protect themselves at all times. The majority of us, fortunately, belong to the 98 percentile and do not fall into that 2 percent category. Meet the unfortunate 2 percent: Q2. Is it advisable to refrain from swimming in the 7th month? Reply: It is widely recognized that typical hungry Ghosts reside in a separate realm and are expected to refrain from interacting with or frightening ordinary individuals. Q3. What about those leaving offerings to the ghosts during the 7th month? Are they doing good? Reply: The spirits may not necessarily descend to the ground to partake in the offerings left for them. Instead, they may view these items in a similar light to how Singaporeans proudly display National Day flags during celebrations. In essence, the offerings are akin to the vibrant decorations seen in Chinatown leading up to Chinese New Year festivities. Q4. Are there a higher number of wakes and funerals held during the Chinese 7th month compared to other months of the year? Statistically, mortality rates remain consistent across all twelve months of the year, barring specific incidents of mass tragedies. The notion that death is more prevalent during a particular time of year is unfounded. Embrace the Chinese 7th month as you would any other month, focusing on living with kindness, affection, and appreciation for the present moment. Q5. Do the spirits during the seventh month of the lunar calendar truly experience hunger? The spirits exist in a separate realm or dimension, unable to access our physical world to partake in offerings unless they possess a medium's body. This leads to the misunderstanding that the Chinese Lunar Ghost Month was originally known as the Chinese Hungry Ghost month. Q6. Is it beneficial to burn offerings to applease the Ghosts? Can I do away with yearly burning of paper items? For instance, even if one were to burn hell notes, ingots, paper cars, iPhones, or houses, they will not magically transform into money in the afterlife. However, if this ritual brings happiness or relief to the person performing it, then it has fulfilled its purpose. Many Buddhists and Taoists suggest that performing acts of kindness and doing good deeds is a more meaningful alternative to burning such offerings. Priests, nuns, and monks often view the burning of these offerings as a symbolic gesture representing the concept of "ashes to ashes." They believe that this act serves as a reminder that material wealth cannot be taken to the afterlife. Burning paper ingots will not result in real ingots being delivered to the deceased. It is simply not feasible for charred paper to transform into gold bars.

Myths about the Chinese 7th Lunar Month or Hungry Ghost Festival Month:

Is there a kitchen located in the northwest? Is this situation truly unfavorable? Has there been a fire incident at Heaven's Gate? Does this impact the luck of the male breadwinner and bring little to no luck to the other family members?

Location, location, location scores lower due to the natural slope of the land-form...

Rule #1: Fix-the-leaks, First! If not sure, repeat: Go to Rule #1 Many of us assume that Feng Shui is all about enhancements. This is what a unscrupulous Feng Shui master wants you to think so. Here, they don't mind off-loading useless products in the name of Feng Shui to you. Imagine, if you load all those useless products onto your boat.. it will certainly sink-for-sure! When the buying stops, the selling can!

Another modest sprouting green beans during First Time Open Door submitted by a client who recently took their keys to a new condo unit..

This is a well-known Chinese prohibition [or taboo] 1. The positioning of a clock holds greater significance in relation to symbolism and the Chinese culture, rather than other ethnicities. 1.1. In Chinese culture, receiving a clock as a gift for a home is considered to be bad luck. 1.2. Placing a clock facing the main door or towards a person is also seen as inauspicious in Chinese culture. 1.3. This practice is considered to be inauspicious under the symbolism of Chinese culture. 2. The other reason, not mentioned in the previous paragraph, is based on common sense. 2.1. According to some Feng Shui masters, it is advised not to hang a clock above a door, passageway, or above the entrance to a bedroom. 2.2. The rationale behind this advice is the potential danger of the clock falling and causing harm to someone. 2.3. If the clock has a glass surface, it may crack and pose a danger, even if it is made of non-tempered glass. 3. When considering the placement of a clock: 3.1. It is best to avoid placing a clock at location B, as the sound of a ticking clock may be considered irritating to the gods in Chinese culture. 3.2. Location A is a suitable option as it is not directly in view of the passageway. 3.3. Location C is acceptable, but one should consider the potential danger mentioned in paragraph 2.2 if the clock were to fall.

These are some considerations: 1. Through my many years of doing Feng Shui audits, I have personally encountered several persons who had actually placed a fish tank in their master bedroom. Although this was never my idea. 2. As it so happens to be that these persons had stayed in their home for sometime and requested for a Feng Shui audit. 3. Hobby or Placement of a fish tank for the sake of Feng Shui? 3.1. Often, those who try to place a fish tank for the sake of Feng Shui will not do so well vs those who place it for a hobby. 3.2. Why? This is because under the Holy Trinity of Chinese Luck system: There are three: a. Heaven Luck = born with b. Earth Luck = Feng Shui of e.g. home and work c. Human or Man Luck = such as family relationships. Or for a single perhaps their real love of e.g. a hobby. 4. Sometimes even if a person's Heaven or Earth luck ain't fantastic; but the person has good or great Human or Man Luck; this can overcome other adversities (if any). 5. Thus if you really, really feel good about rearing fish, then no one should stop you from doing so. 6. My advice is perhaps to start with just a single fish tank first. And see how it goes. 7. As to the placement of the fish tank(s); this will come naturally for a hobbyist! Thus, see which location in that room of yours that you feel most comfortable with. Here, I suspect that in this case, perhaps, what one may want is to have a full view of the fish(es). Good Luck!

Former Hillview Mansion: one of the most haunted was located at 130 Jalan Dermawan. This haunted site was demolished and Today, it is known as Hillview Court. Mont Botanik Residence is at Hillview Court’s 4 ‘Oclock Position. Roughly 800 metres away (plus minus). If you are a wind chime lover, I suggest you skip this development...

[Above] 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 unit in a Mixed development 18: Survey or study facilities surrounding the development 19: Pump Room below a unit 20: 7 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?

Today, 80% of owners of Goldenmile Complex said yes to a enbloc tender! It waits to be seen .. whether the proposed enbloc would be a success?

A neighbouring development: Fortunately there is the development called Century Mansion at the lowest point of the same slope as Mont Botanik. Hopefully this new development has sufficient drainage to prevent damp soil. Why I care! It's the MA's responsibility:-