Reviews by lisant
I recently switched over to Etel using a prepaid plan. I pay $50 to use $50 credit, and the amount does not expire. This is useful for me because I hardly use my mobile phone to call people. I only use it to sms when necessary, or to receive messages. Their rates are reasonable for calls and sms as well, comparable to other companies. Calls to other eMobile numbers is free for the first 5 minutes (+19 cents flagfall) and calls to other networks is just 8.8 cents every 30 seconds (+19 cents flagfall).
I use PayPal for secure online shopping. I've never been disappointed with their service. I've bought skincare from overseas with this method, and it's been efficient and worthwhile.
RSVP is a large Australain dating website, where it is free to join, free to send kisses and free to reply. They also have
an advanced search option where you can specify exactly what you are looking for. They use a stamp system, where you can purchase stamps and use them to contact other members. This way, you're not just paying for the time you are subscribed, but instead paying for only people you are contacting, which is fair.
You can view other people's profiles and do a search with specific criteria that you're looking for. So far, I have made one acquaintance this way. We are sporadically in contact via email.
Christian Connection is a website designed for Christians looking for romantic relationships or friendships with other Christians. They offer a free 3 day trial period where you can contact other members, which I found to be a generous offer. Most other dating websites do not offer such a thing. As a profile member, you can "wave" at other members, and they can choose to send you a personal message.
Overall a good experience. I've made a few friends from here, which I have kept in contact with via email.
This is a fun website for making new friends and an alternative way to get dates, although you have to be careful about who you add to your contacts because there are some people who are not genuinely interested in a real relationship. I've made a few friends from here. Just have to ignore the rude people.
I bought the Triple Action cleanser and the 12% Glycolic Acid Exfoliator (about $35 each). The cleanser is great at removing all the make up and is gentle on the skin. The downside is the fragrance that is added. I'd prefer not to have unnecessary fragrance in my products.
The Exfoliator unfortunately has parabens in it, which are apparently no good for your body, but it is only meant to be used about twice a week. It is useful for acne prone skin.
Approximate cost: $70
The AMEB is the most popular way for music students in Australia to get their skills in a particular instrument or their music theory knowledge tested. They have a range of books available to buy for each grade that you are willing to sit for, and practical exams are held twice a year. Their diploma awards are prestigious and known to be difficult to obtain. This can be a drawback, but careful preparation often yields a good result.
I send some of my piano or music theory students to do exams by this board, and so far the experience has been fair and rewarding for students and I.
I bought Alpha-H cleanser and exfoliators from here today. They were on sale, and cheaper than competing online skin care stores. I also received free shipping for spending over $50.
I bought a medium hot chips from here as a snack for $3.50 The good thing is that they come in a box (rather than wrapped up or in a bag) so that your hands don't get greasy if you use a fork. You get the option of regular or chicken salt. I asked for regular salt, but shouldn't have because they turned out to be too salty for my taste. Some of the chips were also overly greasy.
The other good thing about this company is that sms to an international phone costs the same as to a local phone - 16cents.