Thursday, June 30, 2011

[SgFreecycle] Taken: Beauty Facial Masks (Disposable Ones)

 

Thank you for your overwhelming interests.

All masks have been reserved and waiting to be sent out...

Cheers!

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[SgFreecycle] OFFER: toys for small children

 

Hi

Toys are not for fussies. Have a missing cube or 2 but the rest of the set still could play. Have bath toys as well. Should be suitable from 6mths onwards.

Wish to offer these to those who really need it rather than use it for resell.

Collection in Seng Kang only.

Pls let me know the reason you want to have the toys and the earliest day and time you could come to collect.

Thanks.

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[SgFreecycle] Re: Suggestion: Randomly select receiving party

 

I agree. that more time shd be given to real interested party than rush them off to the 1st to reply..

my encounter:

I once met a person who came to pick up furniture and told me his wife is choosing from all sorts of free website so she could change furniture she do not like at home. They are not in need.

I met a lady she gave away her furniture to a member of freecycle who told her she desperately need it. And to her horror she found her very same furniture being sold in some website.

Many of my friends heard about freecycle and they do not want to be rip off by abuser so they did not participate in freecycle.

i felt is a pity that this freecycling is being abused, i have benefited from this when i so needed a carseat when my second boy came along and someone gave me .

pls upkeep the good name and good intention of freecycling.

thanks

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Sophia

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[SgFreecycle] Offer: Breeks Cafe Voucher $10 off Min $40 Spent

 

Offer: Breeks Cafe Voucher $10 off Min $40 Spent

Valid for use at all Breeks Cafe outlet. Not to be used with other Disc / Promo. Not valid on eve and public holiday. Valid till 14Sep11.

Collect either office hours at Ayer Rajah Crescent or SAE.

Please respond with name, contact and mode of collection. Thanks.

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[SgFreecycle] Offer: Seoul Garden Hotpot (Harbourfront) Voucher $10 off Min $40 Spent

 

Offer: Seoul Garden Hotpot (Harbourfront) Voucher $10 off Min $40 Spent

This is Seoul Garden Hotpot Voucher (Not Regular Seoul Garden).

Only Valid for use at Harbourfront. Not valid on eve and public holiday. Valid till 14Sep11.

Collect either office hours at Ayer Rajah Crescent or SAE.

Please respond with name, contact and mode of collection. Thanks.

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RE: [SgFreecycle] Suggestion: Randomly select receiving party

 

I agree as well. I always wonder why things are reserved so quickly.

--- On Fri, 1/7/11, Gary <gary.real@gmail.com> wrote:

From: Gary <gary.real@gmail.com>
Subject: RE: [SgFreecycle] Suggestion: Randomly select receiving party
To: "'suelynn'" <suzeebanshee@gmail.com>, "'Asam'" <asam9291@yahoo.com>
Cc: SgFreecycle@yahoogroups.com
Date: Friday, 1 July, 2011, 8:56 AM

 

I totally agree, this is also based on my observation. I do hope we can

all pro-actively make this forum serve it's purpose and not only for the

benefit of a few.

It is very funny that when you put up something with value, most of the

time, you will see a familiar email or the same person who will the first

one requesting for the unit.

Cheers,

From: SgFreecycle@yahoogroups.com [mailto:SgFreecycle@yahoogroups.com] On

Behalf Of suelynn

Sent: Thursday, June 30, 2011 10:15 PM

To: Asam

Cc: SgFreecycle@yahoogroups.com

Subject: Re: [SgFreecycle] Suggestion: Randomly select receiving party

I have always been suspicious of the fact that there might be people like

those described. Somehow, for the items that I ask for, its always quickly

taken and I find it amazing that freecycler's reply would be to thank for

the "overwhelming" response. Wow. Is there some kind of syndicate that has

20 members just sending out emails to respond and reserve?!? I wonder too if

they have a fleet of vehicles ready to dispatch and collect! haha (maybe not

so funny since nothing is impossible if for making money!!)

So, I do agree that freecyclers can practice a wait and select carefully

approach.

As for me, I might hop over to the Facebook SgFreecycle where every

freecycler has to have a facebook account and "active" FB.

Cheers for bringing this up!

Happy Freecycling anyway...

On 29-Jun-2011, at 8:59 PM, Asam wrote:

> Hello freecyclers,

> Given the fact that the items offered on this list are free and often of

monetary value, there are many who constantly lurk around waiting to profit

off any offer on high valued items (collect and sell/scrap).

> This can be inferred from the observation that high valued items

(computers, televisions, pianos, etc) are always very quickly collected

regardless of when the offer was posted whereas items of lower value but

with similar utility and audience (clothes, books, small furniture, etc)

follow a longer and more periodic (e.g. after work hours, weekends) time

before being collected.

> If the above is right, then some/most of those who respond first are

likely attempting to profit off the offered items, against the purpose of

freecycling.

> Also consider that most of us, and more importantly, those less well off

who legitimately need the offered items, would not be constantly monitoring

the list. It is hence unlikely that these people would be the first to

respond.

>

> My suggestion is this: If you are not in a hurry to get rid of the items

you wish to offer, why not give everybody a fair chance at receiving your

item? Wait for at least a few hours (best would be a day) and instead of

replying to the first few who responds, randomly select one from the list of

emails (take note that some will send multiple emails in an attempt to

favour their chances).

>

> To make my stand clear:

> 1. I am not accusing anyone or implying that all those who respond first

are attempting to profit off freecycling. However, undeniably there are

people who do try to profit off others' well meaning.

> 2. What I've suggested evens everyone's chances of receiving the offered

items instead of heavily biasing towards those who respond first. It does

not attempt to penalise anyone.

> 3. People with legitimate reasons to receive items should not be penalised

just because they cannot constantly monitor the list for items offered or

cannot respond fast enough.

> 4. Of course, it is your offer posting, you can choose how you want to

select the recipient. This is only a suggestion.

>

> Happy freecycling! =)

>

>

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[SimplifyMe] Skillet Baked (Chicken)---w/ Mrs Dash

 

SIZZLIN' SKILLET BAKED CHICKEN                Makes 4 servings.

Chicken breasts baked in a skillet with onion, Mrs Dash and garlic.

1/4 onion, sliced
1 tbs olive or vegetable oil
2 tbs Mrs Dash original blend
2 garlic cloves, slivered
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

Heat oven to 350°. Brush chicken breasts with oil and Mrs Dash. Set aside. Add onions and garlic to a skillet. Place chicken on top of vegetables. Cover lightly with foil and place in oven. Cook 15 min.
-Increase oven heat to 375°. Uncover skillet and turn chicken. Cook 10 min. Remove and cover lightly with foil. Rest 5 min. before SERVING...


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[SgFreecycle] Offer: A Collection of Modern Adult Literature

 


For the avid reader, here's a collection of modern works to feed your
mind.

Please email your interest to me directly. To help me make an informed
decision on who to gift this to, please also tell me who you are and who
the books are for.

Collection at Sunset Way, off Clementi Road.

Richard Condon - Prizzi's Honour
John Saul - Second Child
Anne Rice - The Witching Hour
Peter James - Host
Mick Foley - Mankind: Have a Nice Day
William Diehl - Primal Fear
John Le Carre - The Russia House
Sidney Sheldon - Memories of Midnight
Doreen Orion - I know You Really Love Me
Bret E. Ellis - American Psycho
Stephen King - IT
Stephen King - Hour Past Midnight
Stephen King - Misery
Stephen King - The Eyes of the Dragon
John Irving - A Prayer for Owen Meany
John Irving - A Son of the Circus
John Irving - The Cider House Rules
John Irving - The Hotel New Hampshire
John Irving - Trying to Save Piggy Sneed
Donna Tartt - The Secret History
Fatima Mernissi - The Harem Within
Danielle Steele - Zoya
Zadie Smith - On Beauty
Jodi Picoult - Vanishing Acts
Sophie Kinsella - Confessions of a Shopaholic
Sophie Kinsella - Shopaholic Ties the Knot
Sophie Kinsella - Shopaholic Abroad
Candace Bushnell - Lipstick Jungle
Judith Summers - My Life with George
Lauren Weisberger - The Devil Wears Prada
Patrick Suskind - Perfume

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[SimplifyMe] Roasted Cauliflower (Quiche)---w/ Beans

 

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER QUICHE WITH GARLICKY GREEN BEANS
Makes 4 servings.

Quiche is like a egg pie, this one contains cauliflower, cheese and parsley. It is served with green beans that are topped with garlic breadcrumbs.

1 pound green beans
1/2 cup + 1 tbs grated Parmesan cheese
8 eggs
5 cloves garlic, 3 thinly sliced and 2 finely chopped
4 1/2 tbs olive or vegetable oil
3 tbs chopped parsley
3/4 cup cottage cheese
1 cup coarse whole wheat breadcrumbs
Salt and Pepper
1 head cauliflower, cut into slices

Heat oven to 425°. Grease a pie plate. On a foil lined baking sheet, toss cauliflower with 1 1/2 tbs oil, season with salt and pepper and arrange in an even layer. Roast until tender and lightly browned, 15 min.
-In a skillet, heat 2 tbs oil. Add sliced garlic and cook until lightly golden. Add breadcrumbs, season with salt and pepper and toast until golden, transfer to a plate. Wipe out skillet.
-In a bowl, beat eggs. Stir in cottage cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan, parsley and chopped garlic, season with salt and pepper. Spread half of the garlic breadcrumbs in the pie plate and top with cauliflower.
-Pour on the egg mixture, sprinkle with remaining Parmesan. Bake until set and browned, 25 min. Let cool 10 min. before slicing. In skillet, heat remaining oil. Add beans and 1/4 cup water, season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook until crisp tender. Sprinkle with remaining garlic breadcrumbs, then SERVE...

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[SgFreecycle] Reserved: a bag of Education CD roms (old version)

 

Hi All

Thanks for your interests. Item is reserved.

Best regard.

----- Forwarded Message ----
From: slsoong slsoong <slsoong2001@yahoo.com.sg>
To: SgFreecycle@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, 28 June 2011 11:52:41
Subject: offer: a bag of Education CD roms (old version)

Hi,

I have above items to offer

Collect at Blk 838 Jurong West st 81,
weekday evening
Time : 7pm - 9pm

Thanks!

Serene

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[SgFreecycle] Offer: Misc Items (Commonwealth)

 

Hi

I have the following to give away:
1) Blue turtleneck top (M size, for ladies and in good conditions)
2) White short skirt (M size, a bit yellowish)
3) Flask
4) Pasta sauce (unopened and just expired)

Not for fussies. Please self collect around Commonwealth mrt and collect as a set by Sunday. Time and place can be confirmed.

Happy Recycling!

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[SimplifyMe] Ham Veggie (Pasta)---w/ Pesto

 

HAM, SPINACH AND MUSHROOM PASTA WITH WALNUT PESTO
Makes 4 servings.

Bowl of pasta with ham, mushrooms, spinach, garlic, walnuts, parsley and lemon.

Salt and Pepper
1/2 cup coarsely chopped parsley
3 cloves garlic
2 cups white mushrooms, thinly sliced
1/4 cup +  2 tbs olive or vegetable oil
Grated peel and juice of 1/2 lemon
1 cup walnut pieces, toasted
6 oz bag spinach
8 oz ham, cut into cubes
1 pound whole wheat penne rigate pasta or other tube pasta

In a pot of boiling salted water cook pasta until al dente. Drain reserving 1 cup of the pasta cooking water and return pasta to pot. In a skillet, heat 2 tbs oil. Add ham and cook until golden. Push ham to the side, add mushrooms and cook until lightly colored. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted.
-Using a food processor or blender, mince garlic. Add walnuts, parsley and lemon peel and process until finely chopped. Add lemon juice and remaining oil, season with salt and pepper. Process to form a paste.
-Add walnut pesto and 1/2 cup pasta water to pasta, toss to coat. Stir in ham mixture, adding more pasta water if needed, season with salt and pepper, then SERVE...

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[SgFreecycle] TAKEN: Brand New Drinking Board Game

 

Thanks for your interest in this item! A new owner for this game has been found.,

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[SimplifyMe] Baked Salmon (Fillets)---w/ Vegetables

 

SALMON WITH LEMON DRESSED VEGETABLES       Makes 4 servings.

Baked salmon fillets served with mushrooms, asparagus, potatoes, and parsley.

Grated peel and juice of 1/2 lemon
2 tbs chopped flat leaf parsley
1/2 bunch asparagus, cut crosswise into thirds
3 tbs olive or vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
4 salmon fillets
Salt and Pepper
1/2 pound potatoes, quartered lengthwise
2 cups white mushrooms, halved

Heat oven to 425°. In a skillet, heat 1 1/2 tbs oil. Add potatoes and mushrooms, season with salt and pepper and cook until lightly browned. Transfer to oven and roast 10 min. Stir in asparagus and roast in oven until asparagus is crisp tender, 3 min.
-Rub salmon all over with 1 tbs oil and season with salt and pepper. Arrange salmon on a foil lined baking sheet, roast until opaque in the center, 10 min. In a bowl, whisk together parsley, garlic, lemon peel, lemon juice and remaining oil, season with salt and pepper. Toss with roasted vegetables and SERVE with salmon...


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[SimplifyMe] TNT Roast (Chicken)---w/ Salad

 

ROAST CHICKEN WITH PANZANELLA          Makes 4 servings.

Roasted chicken on top of a bread salad.

3 tbs red wine vinegar
1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley
1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
Salt and Pepper
One 6 pound chicken
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/4 onion, chopped
1/4 whole wheat country or French bread, cut into cubes
3 1/2 tbs olive or vegetable oil

Heat oven to 450°. Place chicken breast side down on a work surface. Cut along both sides of the backbone, pull out and discard. Open the chicken like a book and flip skin side up. Press on the breast until the bone cracks. Pat dry. Place a skillet over heat until hot.
-Rub chicken all over with 1 1/2 tsp oil, season with salt and pepper. Place chicken breast side up in skillet. Transfer to oven and roast until the skin is crisp and golden, 45 min. Let rest 5 min. before carving. Spread bread cubes on a baking sheet, toast until lightly golden, 12 min.
-In a bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, parsley, garlic, remaining oil and vinegar, season with salt and pepper. Add bread cubes and toss. SERVE chicken on top of bread salad...


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[SimplifyMe] Banana Black (Cake)---w/ Nuts

 

BANANA BLACK CAKE                            Makes 25 servings.

A tube or Bundt cake containing walnuts, dates, bananas, raisins and blackberry jam.

1 cup raisins
2 tsp baking soda
1 1/2 cups blackberry jam
1 cup each sugar and light brown sugar
2 sticks unsalted butter
1 tsp each nutmeg, cinnamon and allspice
1 cup unsifted whole wheat flour
1 1/2 cups pitted dates
1/3 cup buttermilk
5 bananas
4 eggs
2 tsp vanilla
1/2 tsp each salt, ground cloves and ginger
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 1/4 cups sifted all purpose flour
3 cups walnuts

Heat oven to 300°. Butter a tube pan. Line with parchment and butter the paper. Chop 2/3 cup of the walnuts finely and turn into the pan. Distribute loose nuts on the bottom of the pan. Chop remaining nuts less fine. Cut dates into pieces. Toss with 1 tbs sugar. Sift together flours, cocoa, spices and salt, then set aside.
-In a bowl, beat butter until soft. Beat in vanilla and both sugars. Beat eggs then beat in jam. Coarsely mash bananas and beat into batter. Stir baking soda into buttermilk until baking soda dissolves. Add to batter, add the sifted ingredients beating until incorporated.
Stir in nuts, dates and raisins.
-Turn the mixture into the pan. Cover the top with foil and place the covered pan in the oven. Place a shallow pan of hot water on the lowest rack. Bake 1 hour remove foil and bake 1 1/2 hours more or until done. Let cake stand 20 min. before removing from pan. Chill and cut into thin slices, then SERVE...

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