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My Baby You by Marc Anthony

2011-10-13T09:33:00.000+08:00

Thank you and Thank Allah..

2011-10-13T09:28:00.000+08:00

It’s like a dream. To love and to be loved and I feel alive. Be yourself with the person you share one heart, one soul.

Love is the most difficult things for us to understand sometime. We have come far and have yet further to go but we will travel those roads together.

When I look into your eyes, I can see your love and your soul looking back at me. For your eyes make me smile. Through your eyes I see the love you have for me.

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2011-10-12T14:11:00.002+08:00

Never in a million years did I think I'd find someone so utterly and completely perfect, someone who would make me happier than I ever dreamed I could be, someone that would touch my life so profoundly and just give me a whole new reason to breathe. But then I found you and realized that everything I anticipated you to be doesn't even compare to who you are. Time and distance don't mean anything when I know we will embrace and hold each other..

2011-09-13T09:53:00.001+08:00

“You've spent your whole life running and running, trying to catch up with something that has never been there for you. And all you've done is go farther and farther away from the precious love that's been waiting for you all the time.”.. You're so cruel..!

Travelogues.. Hanoi, Langkawi, Bali, Singapore, Masters Football Asia, Maroon5, Melaka, Singapore..

2011-08-20T09:01:00.001+08:00

It has been so long that I didn't write in my blog and do any traveling like I did before. It was quite tough with the situation that I'm having in the office and life sometime not so kind enough to myself. My work was great, but I don't have anybody to assist me during my absent, so taking a long leave would be very difficult. But yet, traveling is in me and I love it so much, so I just want to share some of my picturesque short break since early this year till now.

I was in Hanoi, Langkawi and Bali from 30 Nov - 11 December of 2010. That was a very long end-of-year holiday. Left to Hanoi with MH just to enjoying the weather and relaxing the mind from thinking about work (but it doesn't really work). I thought, I've planned well, the project should have been completed, unfortunately, things doesn't work that smooth. I still have to do my work during my holiday. Laptop should have not been allowed during the holiday. I stayed in Somerset Grand Hanoi, a service apartment. These internationally managed accommodations are centrally located, very near to Hanoi's Old Quarter. It was walking distance to most of the places, such as, The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum.

Coming back from Hanoi, I took AA to Langkawi, to meet my family for a 4 days and 3 night's vacation. It was fun to be around the kids and family. A bit tiring but priceless!.. All of them were driving from Klang-Perak-Kedah and took a ferry to Langkawi. We stayed in Aseania Hotel, I booked 3 rooms for all of us. A 3-star hotel, lack of facilities but the kids are having so much fun with the swimming pool. It was clean and nice and full of kids coz of school holiday. We have our transport to move around and we enjoying the 'makan-makan' - Nice food!. After 4 days of fun, sightseeing & makan-makan, they sending me to the airport, and they continue their holiday in Kedah for few nights.

And as for me, my third journey was to Bali. I've been to Bali 7 times and still want to visit this beautiful island. Even though I was stopped by the Custom Officer and they did a thorough check-up on me and checked all my belongings; maybe they thought this single lady is carrying drugs into Bali. But after all, they said sorry to me. But yet I will definitely come back to Bali again. As for this time, I stayed in Bali Garden Hotel in Kuta, but the mistake was, I didn't know they are having major renovation. I couldn't get the room I've booked, I have to request to change the room but still I cannot get the room which I've booked online. It was very disappointed but, thinking that I’m on holiday, why do I need to become tense over a small matter, enjoying the moment while you can. On my third day, I rent a car and driver to move around Bali. The rest of the day, was shopping, SPA and eating.. And it was 'Hari Raya Kuningan' in Bali.. the sad was, I don't know where I save all the photos...

In February, during CNY, I took a coach (Aeroline) to Singapore, depart in the morning 9am from Sunway Pyramid and reach Singapore Harbour City about 3pm. Aeroline served drink & meal, as for that day, sandwich from Subway and Milo/Nescafe & Mineral water. Stop at Pagoh R&R for a break, than continue. It was rainy season and I saw flooding along the way from Klang valley to down south. For this visit, I'm staying at Orchard Hotel near Hard Rock. The main agenda for this trip was only for 'makan-makan' and shopping.

13 March... Master Football Asia in Stadium Putra Bukit Jalil..

29 April... Maroon 5 in town... I fall in love with this guy! Adam Levine..

21 May.. a Family Holiday at Homestay Kuala Sg Baru was organized by my Uncle and four family (from my father side) was involved. It's only for one night but it was fun. The Homestay provide all meals, so we only need to enjoy all the session. We had mandi-manda in the sea, collecting 'remis', crabs, playing along the beach, kites and we organized telematches. The kids had so much fun, so do the adults. At night, after Maghrib, we had 'tahlil' and continue with the dinner. The food was marvelous, thanks to Uncle Rahman & Kak Ros, the owner of Homestay Kuala Sungai Baru.

On the 26th of May, I went to Singapore again and this time is for my birthday and Singapore Sales. It was crazy sales but the currency exchange are mad. I bought some branded clothing that is on 50-70% sales. And for this trip, I was staying at Royal Plaza on the Scotts Hotel. Nice hotel, nice room and near Orchard Road.

I love traveling. I'm glad I had the chances to do so and enjoyed every moment, especially the time with my beloved family and friends. I hope I can do more traveling and I can share it with all of you.

Coming soon.... Krabi...

Liverpool Asia Tour 2011

2011-07-16T09:25:00.002+08:00

The first time Liverpool team in your hometown, Kuala Lumpur, a bit disappointed without Gerrard and Suarez, but to see the players on the pitch of Bukit Jalil Stadium, in front of your naked eyes, are priceless! I follow them to Singapore, HongKong and the best moment was in Anfield, Liverpool.. Together we stand, together we fall, together we win, and winners take all! You'll Never Walk Alone!

Because You Loved Me

2011-03-18T08:47:00.001+08:00

For all those times you stood by me
For all the truth that you made me see
For all the joy you brought to my life
For all the wrong that you made right

For every dream you made come true
For all the love I found in you
I'll be forever thankful, baby

You're the one who held me up
Never let me fall
You're the one who saw me through
Through it all

You were my strength when I was weak
You were my voice when I couldn't speak
You were my eyes when I couldn't see
You saw the best there was in me

Lifted me up when I couldn't reach
You gave me faith 'cause you believed
I'm everything I am
Because you loved me, ooh, baby

You gave me wings and made me fly
You touched my hand I could touch the sky
I lost my faith, you gave it back to me
You said no star was out of reach

You stood by me and I stood tall
I had your love, I had it all
I'm grateful for each day you gave me

Maybe, I don't know that much
But I know this much is true
I was blessed because
I was loved by you

You were my strength when I was weak
You were my voice when I couldn't speak
You were my eyes when I couldn't see
You saw the best there was in me

Lifted me up when I couldn't reach
You gave me faith 'cause you believed
I'm everything I am
Because you loved me

You were always there for me, the tender wind that carried me
The light in the dark shining your love into my life
You've been my inspiration through the lies you were the truth
My world is a better place because of you

You were my strength when I was weak
You were my voice when I couldn't speak
You were my eyes when I couldn't see
You saw the best there was in me

Lifted me up when I couldn't reach
You gave me faith 'cause you believed
I'm everything I am
Because you loved me

You were my strength when I was weak
You were my voice when I couldn't speak
You were my eyes when I couldn't see
You saw the best there was in me

Lifted me up when I couldn't reach
You gave me faith 'cause you believed
I'm everything I am
Because you loved me

I'm everything I am
Because you loved me

Life...

2011-02-28T09:29:00.003+08:00

I'm going through such a traumatic phase in my life. The time has come and I have to let go, eventhough it is the most hardest and painful thing for me to do and it's really squeeze my heart in pain. But we have to let go of things in order to know whether it was really worth holding on or not.

I can forgive, but I cannot forget, is only another way of saying, I will not forgive. But I still have to forgive all who have hurt me, not for them, but for myself. A heart filled with anger has no room for love. I want to love and to be loved again!

My fingers crossed

2010-12-27T10:34:00.003+08:00

Wow, how time flies! One week to go and it's New Year again.. I wish all the best for the coming 2011, my fingers crossed! Thank you my family, mates and fellow travelers for everything, that have been part and parcel of the journey. Above all, thanks Allah.

I am not happy with my life

2010-12-02T11:52:00.002+08:00

Things don’t always go the way we wish them to go. Sometimes you may find yourself losing control of everything in your life. Sometimes you may find yourself helpless not knowing what to do and sometimes you find yourself feeling pain because of the bad way life is treating you with.

We all are subject to these ups and downs of life and no one is completely safe. But, there are some people who refuse to let life treat them badly, and If it did, they force their way back to the place where they were happy and in control. Those are the ones who fight when others fall, those are the one who refuse to give up when everyone has lost hope and those are the one’s who say no.

from: 2knowmyself.com

2010-09-09T14:56:00.002+08:00

Selamat Hari Raya Aidil Fitri

Eid Mubarak to all friends...

Travelogue - Koh Samui

2010-08-10T15:48:00.005+08:00

I was in Koh Samui for a 2nd time from June 23rd – 27th, 2010. The 1st time was long ago, with Berjaya Air but now I’m with Fireflyz. Last time, I stayed at Impiana Resort in Chaweng Noi, and explored the Island with car. But this time, I just want to be a beach bum and stayed at Al’s Resort, Chaweng. I love the beach and the ocean so much that I just want to be there all the time.
As soon as I arrived and passed the immigration, I was stopped by so many sales guys, to offer so many things. I took the free local sim card, coz I need to make calls to home and I only need to top up at 7-eleven. Another offer was a free airport transfer to and fro and Vouchers worth Baht 4000 for meal & spa and the trap was I only need to attend a talk at Marriott’s Vacation Club, somewhere in Chaweng. I don’t have any problem with that, coz I have plenty of time. But for me it was a good offer.

I booked hotel from www.agoda.com but once I reached the hotel, I don’t like it, so decided to change to another hotel from the same management. It’s Al’s Resort, new, clean and beach front. I love it, even though I have to pay extra.

The plan was to be a beach bum so; I spent most of the time on the beach and in the sea. Jogging in the morning, than breakfast, later jump into the sea and within a day, I turn really sun tanned but not burning. I’m very lucky coz my skin not easily burn with sun tanning.

I bought a tailor made jacket and a few tailor made shirts, and it’s ready within few days. Nice and simple and the shop own by a Nepalese or are they just the worker. Not sure. I had a few massage sessions and I have a plenty of voucher to spend. I enjoyed the night life in Koh Samui. It’s was very relaxing. I had a chance to watched world cup matches and some shows. On the 26th of June, was a Full Moon party at Koh Phangan, but decided not to go, coz my flight was early in the morning on the 27th. There was a boat accident and one Malaysian reported died. My family at home was so scared when they didn’t hear anything from me that morning. Actually I didn’t hear the news until landed at Subang Airport.

Chaweng Beach, the sea, the sand was so beautiful. It’s a must to visit for those beach lovers.

Travelogue - Singapore

2010-08-10T15:40:00.002+08:00

On the 10th – 12th April 2010, I took AirAsia to Singapore. I have relatives in Singapore but this time, not a visit to see families. Just a ‘lepaking’ in town and to see what is new and latest in the market. I stayed in Orchard Hotel, had a drink in Hard Rock Café and ‘jalan-jalan cari makan’ in Bugis, Clark Quay and visited the most talk about in town “Resort World”. During this trip I had my gastritis, how nice.

Travelogue - Genting Theme Park

2010-08-10T15:35:00.004+08:00

Once in a while, I must have a break with my nephews. So this time, 13th – 14th February 2010 (before CNY), I took them to Genting Theme Park. Let them enjoy the games but pity the last boy, he is too small to take any adventures ride. He said ‘tak mencabar’ not challenging at all.

Travelogue - Jakarta

2010-08-10T15:13:00.002+08:00

After London, on 3rd – 6th February 2010, I had a short break in Jakarta, a shopping spree or whatever it can be called. I stayed in Atlet Century, near Senayan. Meet up with my friends (Vira, Arin, Happy & Mimi) at Oh La La Café Thamrin, on the 5th February 2010. Jakarta was like my 2nd home, only that I cannot buy any house there.

Travelogue - London - Liverpool

2010-08-10T13:51:00.007+08:00

I have not been posting my travelogue for quite some time or I’m not been traveling that often. Early this year, I was in London – Manchester – Liverpool for about 2 weeks. It was icy, freeze England and yet I enjoyed my holiday. Arrived London on the 7th of January, stayed two nights, in the Chester Hotel near Victoria Station, a very small and lousy hotel, but I'm not supposed to comment alot coz I chose that hotel. I hop on and hop off around London, sightseeing and freezing. Nice weather indeed.

I took a coach (National Express) from Victoria Bus Station to Manchester on the 9th of January, 09:30am and arrived Manchester about 2:00 pm. Stayed at Midland Hotel for one night. Visited few places including Old Traffort, but didn't manage to join the stadium tour. Depart to Liverpool until 14th January and in Liverpool, I stayed in Adelphi Hotel.
Liverpool is a city of Merseyside, England, famed for its music, sports and nightlife and also the birthplace of a wide range of popular musicians including The Beatles, Gerry & the Pacemakers.
The best thing about Liverpool is the architecture; here are some of the beautiful buildings and places that I visited.

Royal Liver Building, (on the riverside). Iconic symbol of Liverpool waterfront - this 1911 skyscraper still dominates the distinctive Liverpool skyline. This is the home of the legendary Liver Birds that sit atop the building looking out across to the wirral. The river-facing face of the clock is six feet larger in diameter than that of the clock tower at Westminster.

St. George's Hall, Lime Street (near railway station). A mammoth of a Greco-Roman-style building which was built by wealthy merchants for the people of the city. It is arguably the finest neo-classical building in Western Europe, and has recently been thoroughly restored for Capital of Culture Year. Inside it has one of the best church organs in Europe. On the outside it has a selection of classical murals which were thought quite shocking in their day (due to the shameful female nudity).

World Museum Liverpool, (near St. George's Hall), this is a fine building and well worth a visit. It contains an excellent collection of British rocketry exhibits, as well as the best Egyptological collection outside London.

Albert Dock, (on the riverside), This is one of the more sophisticated places in Liverpool and is situated in the largest collection of Grade I listed buildings in the UK. Old warehouses have been converted into shops, apartments, restaurants, pubs, hotels, galleries and museums. For fan of the old This Morning show with Richard and Judy, this is also where the 3D island weather map was situated in the centre of the dock on the water.

Merseyside Maritime Museum, Albert Dock, Dedicated to the maritime history of the city, complete with galleries on customs and excise and emigration to the New World. There are also a number of vessels to see, such as the Mersey river tug Brocklebank and the river cargo carrier Wyncham.

International Slavery Museum, Albert Dock, Liverpool (Within the Merseyside Maritime Museum), ☎ 0151 478 4499, 10AM-5PM. "Our aim is to address ignorance and misunderstanding by looking at the deep and permanent impact of slavery and the slave trade on Africa, South America, the USA, the Caribbean and Western Europe. Thus we will increase our understanding of the world around us." ~Dr David Fleming OBE, director, National Museums Liverpool.
Tate Liverpool, Albert Dock,. A fine modern art gallery. A definite visit for arty folk. The Turner Art Prize was hosted here from Oct. 19, 2007 to Jan. 13, 2008. This was the first time the award was held outside of London. Free (charge for some exhibitions)

The Beatles Story, Albert Dock, The Beatles originated in Liverpool. The Beatles Story is the only museum in the world that is entirely Beatles-themed, with exhibitions such as their instruments and other artifacts. Other attractions based on The Beatles include their homes, Penny Lane, commemorative statues, Strawberry Fields, and more. £12.25 (adult).

Victoria Gallery & Museum, (near the Catholic Cathedral), Tue-Sat 10AM-5PM. The University of Liverpool's museum comprising their art collection and artifacts housed in an amazing Gothic building which coined the term 'red brick university'.

Pier Head, Harbour of Liverpool has played a very important role in modern history of the city. The wharf area drained by the Mersey River gives to the city an air of antiquity, which is quite strange and interesting because of the contrast between modern buildings and conventional buildings. The Pier Head has been considered as world heritage by UNESCO.

The Yellow Duck Marine (duck), this is a guided tour that offers a different view of Liverpool. You are driven around the city in a bright yellow World War Two landing craft. This has become a bit of a sight in itself as it splashes into the water at the world famous Albert Dock
The number 1 in the itinerary is to visit Anfield. At first the ticket purchased for the match against Spurs but it was postponed and I managed to watch the FA Cup games against Reading. Even though Reading beat the Reds 2-1 in the FA Cup 3rd round replay at Anfield, I still feels good watching them playing (badly) on the pitch and seating there in the stadium, to feels the aura.

Getting to Anfield, take a bus no 17 or 217 from Queen Square bus station directly to the ground. I made 4-5 times trip to Anfield during my visit including the Stadium Tour and shopping at Anfields' outlet.

I felt very sad leaving Liverpool in the morning of 14th January 2010. I had to change my coach tickets from Liverpool - London to Liverpool – Heathrow coz it’s already too late. I had a very beautiful ride from Liverpool – Cheshire – Stoke - Birmingham – Coventry – Heathrow.

Indeed Liverpool is a small city compare to Manchester but between this two cities, I love staying in Liverpool. The atmosphere is good. It’s calling me again to come and have another visit. OMG!

Ramadhan Kareem

2010-08-10T09:08:00.005+08:00

May Allah look favorably upon your fasting and answer your prayers!

Alhamdulillah... Once again, we have been given the opportunity to welcome the month of Ramadhan Al-Mubarak. May I wish all my friends and bloggers, Ramadhan Kareem and blessed month of Ramadhan Al-Mubarak. Fasting is also a therapy to rejuvenate our body and mind. May it gives us strength to continuous seeks our self-improvement.

Focus on Cholesterol

2010-07-02T16:26:00.003+08:00

Cholesterol: What it is and what it does…

Cholesterol is a steroid manufactured by the liver. It is used by the body to synthesize various hormones including sex hormones (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone) and adrenal hormones (cortisol, aldosterone, dehydroepiandosterone.) In the presence of sunlight cholesterol in the skin is turned into vitamin D. And in your brain it is converted into neurotransmitters.

The liver manufactures approximately 1000 mg of cholesterol per day. What is not used is converted into bile salts and excreted from the body via the intestinal tract.

Things that make cholesterol go up:
A diet low in soluble fiber.

Sometimes, when the diet is low in fiber, it is possible to reabsorb cholesterol through the intestinal wall, causing the level of cholesterol in the blood to rise.

Most fibers, by the way, are types of carbohydrates that we can’t digest because we lack the necessary enzymes to break them down into sugar. Some fibers are water soluble. They dissolve in water and set up a kind of gel-filtration system in the gut, binding with cholesterol and some fats, and carrying them out of the system. The right kind of soluble fiber is found in apples, berries, pears, and citrus. It is also found in oatmeal, oatbran, legumes, garlic and onions.

Stress

The level of cholesterol in the blood can also increase because of stress. During times of stress the body is typically manufacturing adrenal hormones (cortisol, aldosterone,) and the body assumes that more of these hormones may be needed so it allows more cholesterol to be released into circulation. Unfortunately, because our stress tends to be emotional rather than physical, this extra cholesterol doesn’t get used up. One way to use the cholesterol released during stress is to exercise.

Age

Cholesterol also rises with age. For example, when women go through menopause their cholesterol will tend to increase, probably because it is no longer being used to synthesize estrogen and progesterone.

Overeating

And, cholesterol rises along with body weight, which brings us to one of the most important factors associated with high cholesterol: overeating!

One important fact to keep in mind: cholesterol is not bad per se. It is not poison. Of and by itself, it will not kill you. In fact, it is required for survival. Would you believe you have very high levels of cholesterol in your brain? And it is supposed to be there. Too little and you will have problems with depression. Very low cholesterol is also associated with malnutrition and compromised immunity.

For most of us the problem with a high cholesterol level comes about because of a lack of antioxidants in the diet. If we don’t consume enough fruits and vegetables (which are high in antioxidants) and if we consume too many processed foods which may be high in rancid fat and trans fatty acids, the cholesterol in the blood often becomes rancid and ends up as plaque in artery walls.

If you blood pressure is high, there will be stress on the lining of the blood vessels leading to tiny cracks, which the body must then patch so the blood vessels don’t burst. One of the substances the body uses to patch these injuries is a cholesterol containing substance called “lipoprotein (a).”

Vitamin C is needed for the production of collagen or connective tissue and when we are deficient in vitamin C we are more at risk for blood vessel injury. As the level of vitamin C in the blood goes down, the level of lipoprotein (a) goes up. The body keeps itself prepared with the equivalent of joint compound to repair injured blood vessels. This is the beginning of atherosclerosis or clogged arteries.

How low should your cholesterol be?
In general, a total cholesterol between 160 and 200 mg/dl is considered ideal.

Caution: Less than 160 mg/dl may be an indication of malnutrition or underlying disease. The lowest cholesterol levels are associated with the greatest risk of all-cause mortality. In contrast, in women over the age of 65, longevity is associated with a cholesterol level above 250 mg/dl. Be aware also that low cholesterol levels are associated with depression, suicide, and a compromised immune system.

How to lower your cholesterol level, if you need to....
Don’t skip meals. (Skipping meals can raise cholesterol.) Eat at least 3 times per day. If you are not that hungry, eat lightly or have one or two pieces of fruit.

If you are overweight, limit your caloric intake at any given meal to a maximum of 500 calories. Excess calories can be converted into fat and cholesterol, regardless of where those calories come from. Guideline: If all the food you are consuming at one meal won’t fit on one dinner plate, it is too much food. (If you need to lose weight use a salad plate.)

If you are overweight, limit your starch intake at any given meal to 200 calories or less. This would be the equivalent of 2 slices of bread or 2/3 cup of rice. If you have syndrome X, or Type II diabetes, you may want to decrease your starch intake even further. When selecting starches choose whole grains and unprocessed foods whenever possible. Limit consumption of white flour, white sugar, white rice, white pasta, mashed potatoes. Good choices: oatmeal, barley, millet, whole rye, brown rice, legumes.

Avoid processed meats such as bologna, sausage, hotdogs, pepperoni, and salami. Processed meats are high in fat and it is often rancid fat.

Limit your intake of fatty meats and high fat cheeses, and other foods high in what is referred to as saturated fat. Saturated fat tends to make blood cells “sticky.” Sticky cells are more apt to clump together and clot, or become part of the plaque in artery walls.
Avoid deep-fat fried foods, including foods that are batter-dipped and fried. (Examples: Fried chicken, French fries, potato chips, breaded veal cutlets.)

Avoid hydrogenated fats. These are found in packaged, processed foods. (Read labels!) Items such as crackers and cookies are made with oil, but oils left standing on a shelf in the supermarket will quickly go rancid. To prevent that from happening, the food industry “hydrogenates” the fat. This process turns a liquid oil into a solid fat by adding hydrogen to the molecule. The oil becomes saturated with hydrogen. It changes from a liquid into a solid, and as a result of the transformation it has a much longer shelf life. The process of hydrogenation twists the shape of the molecule from a cis-fatty acid to a trans-fatty acid. Trans fatty acids are not common in nature. They are common in the American food supply and are believed responsible for putting Americans at increased risk for heart disease.

Do include some Omega-3 fats in your diet:
(Omega-3 oils inhibit platelet stickiness, and help to lower triglycerides.)

Cold water fish (salmon, sardines, halibut, herring)

Walnuts (Have a handful a day.)

Ground flax seed… two tsp or more per day. It can be added to your oatmeal, salad, sprinkled on cottage cheese, or mixed with another nut butter such as almond butter. Keep refrigerated!

Do have 3-5 servings of fresh fruit daily, especially apples, berries, pears or citrus.

Do have vegetables daily (especially greens.) They can be cooked or raw. Top salads with a dressing made with olive or flax oil, or a mixture of the two.

Do exercise.

Do relax. (Stress increases cholesterol.)

Do include 2-3 servings a day of low fat protein in your diet. (Such as cottage cheese, fish, skinless poultry, fat-free cheese, omega-3 eggs, or lean meat.)

Nutraceuticals to lower your cholesterol:

Note: Work with a clinical nutritionist or nutritionally oriented cardiologist to determine which supplements may be best for you to take, and for how long. Do not continue to use supplements “forever” without discussing your needs with your health care advisor.
Psyllium capsules Six capsules before bed with 1-2 full glasses of water. Take separately from other supplements or medications.

Lecithin One - two capsules daily.

Garlic One – two cloves daily. Slice cloves and swallow entire clove without chewing. Note: Garlic has blood-thinning properties.

Flax seed oil capsules or Omega-3 capsules. Start with one capsule a day, and increase to 2-3 capsules a day. (Recommended brand for Omega-3: DaVinci Laboratories “Omega-3 1000.” It contains a small amount of vitamin E which acts as a preservative.)

Note: Oil-based capsules are best kept refrigerated. If your current brand of Omega-3 fish oil has a fishy smell or aftertaste, throw out the bottle and buy fresh. Like garlic, fish oil has blood-thinning properties. (See additional information on essential fatty acids below.)

Additional heart healthy supplements:
Buffered vitamin C 500-1000 mg

Natural Vitamin E 400 I.U. (mixed tocopherols) (Vitamin E inhibits platelet stickiness, so, like garlic and fish oil it has blood-thinning properties.)

B-Complex 10 mg or more

Note: These can be taken as part of a good high-potency multiple, or in addition to a low-potency multiple. (Suggested brand for high potency multiple: DaVinci Laboratories “Spectra, without copper and iron.”)

Additional options for lowering cholesterol…
Beta-Sitosterol is a plant sterol, reportedly free of side effects, that has been shown to reduce total cholesterol by 10-15% and LDL by 19%. The dosage used was 6 grams. It apparently works by blocking cholesterol absorption from the intestine.

Policosanol significantly lowers total cholesterol and LDL.

Cholestsure (From DaVinci Laboratories) Contains red rice yeast, CoQ10, policosanols, guggal, chromium and EPA.

Drug/Nutrient interactions
Let's talk about "ß-hydroxy ß-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase inhibitors"....

And what – (you may be wondering) - is a "ß-hydroxy ß-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase inhibitor"? (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor for short.) You probably know it better as a cholesterol lowering medication, or a statin drug.

Some background....
Your liver manufactures cholesterol from a substance called Acetyl CoEnzyme A, a substance which can be formed from carbohydrates, fats, or proteins. Basically, if you take in an excess of calories -- it doesn't really matter where those excess calories come from -- you can turn the excess into either fat or cholesterol.

For a variety of reasons (that we won’t go into at the moment,) an excess of cholesterol in the blood has become associated with increased risk for heart disease, and the current preferred mode of treatment for this (preferred by most physicians) is to take a statin drug.

The problem....
Cholesterol lowering medications work by inhibiting an enzyme involved in the production of cholesterol. (That's the HMG CoA Reductase I referred to earlier.) Ah, but here's the rub. That same enzyme is required for the production of a chemical called CoEnzyme Q10, (or CoQ10.)

CoQ10 is necessary for the production of energy, and it is required for survival. The liver needs CoQ10, which is why -- if one is on a statin drug – your doctor is supposed to monitor liver enzymes looking for indications of trouble. The heart also needs CoQ10, and when it is not available in sufficient quantities, the individual is at increased risk for congestive heart failure.

FYI... Congestive heart failure is said to be rampant in America, and many health professionals believe that one of the causes is the deficiency of CoQ10 brought on by cholesterol lowering medications.

The moral of this story is….
If you are going to take a cholesterol lowering medication, include CoQ10 among your daily supplements. Suggested dosage: 100 mg. You will also need to take 100-400 I.U. of a natural vitamin E.

If you’ve already read the beginning of this article you know that changes in behavior in terms of food, exercise, and stress management can bring your cholesterol into a desirable range. There are also numerous nutraceuticals that can help to reduce your cholesterol without the side effects of prescription medications.

What you need to know about essential fatty acids…
Our bodies have the ability to manufacture fat, as many of us are all too aware. But there are certain structures of fat that we can’t manufacture in the body. These are called “essential fatty acids,” and they must be consumed in food.

Linoleic acid (LA) is an omega-6 fatty acid. It is plentiful in the food supply in vegetables oils. Some sources include: evening primrose seed (72%), peanut oil (31%), canola oil (19-26%), olive oil (8%).

Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) is also an omega-6 fatty acid. It is a derivative of LA. The typical diet provides very little GLA, and if one’s body lacks the necessary enzyme to convert LA to GLA, a deficiency may result. Sources of GLA include: borage oil (20-24%), evening primrose oil (8-10%), and black current oil (15-17%).

Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is an omega-3 fatty acid. It is found in flax seed (18-22%), flax seed oil (50-60%), walnuts, and canola oil. It is found in small amounts in other nuts.

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are derivatives of ALA. They are found in cold water fish, including: salmon, tuna, sardines, halibut, swordfish, mackerel, and herring. Halibut, swordfish and tuna can only be eaten occasionally because they are high in mercury. Also, since most of the salmon we consume these days is farm raised, and therefore fed differently than it would be in the wild, it is not an appreciable source of these essential fatty acids. So, unless you consume nuts and flax seed regularly, a fish oil supplement is recommended.

A concentrated fish oil supplement will contain 30% EPA and 20% DHA.

taken from : http://www.jackiestorm.com/cholesterol.htm
email: jackiestorm@jackiestorm.com

I'm thinking... of Ocean!

2010-06-10T09:07:00.002+08:00

I always look forward for a long weekend. A week of rest and rejuvenate... relaxation! Do nothing! Lazing around! Is this signs of old age? Arrgghh... I need a massage!

I wish I'm staying near the beach, so that I can lay on the beach, read a book and feel the breeze of the ocean... So nice!

Hello Island, Beach, Ocean... and of coz u people... I'll be there soon!

The Ocean
The ocean is very wide and very deep

When I dream, I smell the breeze

Which is so sweet, I see the never ending waves

I wonder where they go....

Do they go to a land, that I could know

Birds fly in the wind, catching fish with eyes so keen

I can hear the sound, I wonder what it means

The ocean so blue, like the clouds of the sky

Part of life, flying by

Let me open my arms, let me feel the wind

I can go to another time and I know I will fit in

I want to sail on a boat and hold my fingers in the cool water

As the waves come to me, I am one with the ocean

My life is now free, let me taste the drops upon my lips

I feel the souls of those I know

For everything I am, is in the ocean deep below

All that is me, is a song from a breeze

The ocean is a love, I could never explain

Like me, it will always be there just the same.
© 2005Linda Ann Henry

Is it so difficult?

2010-05-14T09:33:00.002+08:00

A man was walking along a California beach and stumbled across an old lamp. He picked it up and rubbed it and out popped a genie! The genie said, "OK. You released me from the lamp, blah, blah blah. This is the fourth time this month and I'm getting a little sick of these wishes. So you can forget about getting three wishes. You only get one wish. The man sat down on the beach and thought about it for awhile. Then he said, "I've always wanted to go to Hawaii; but I'm scared to fly and I get very seasick. Could you build me a bridge to Hawaii so that I can drive over there to visit?" The genie laughed and said, "That's impossible! Think of the logistics of that! How would the supports ever reach the bottom of the Pacific? Think of how much concrete... how much steel...! No. Think of another wish." The man tried to think of another wish. Finally, he said, "I've been married and divorced several times. My wives always said that I don't care and that I'm insensitive. So I wish that I could understand women... know how they feel inside and what they're thinking when they give me the silent treatment...know why they're crying...know what they really want when they say, 'Nothing'...know how to make them truly happy...." The genie said, "You want that bridge two lanes or four?"

Happy Mother's Day

2010-05-07T11:54:00.004+08:00

Happy Mother’s day to all mothers in the world.

Mak, I will always love you. You are more than anything in the world to me. I always make you worry, but it never my intention. I'm sorry if I unable to fulfil your wish, but I will try my best to make you happy.

Even though I’m not a mother, I will always a mommy to my four nephews Aiman, Akmal, Arfan & Ammar and also my Lil’ Owen. All of you never fail to amaze me!

pain.. pain.. pain..

2010-04-22T10:55:00.003+08:00

My gastritis is getting worse. I don't want to have this pain every morning. I've finished my medication, but why the pain still poking my stomach? I've stopped drinking coffee, completely stop! A coffee drinker stopped drink coffee.. haha! I used alot of naproxen as a pain killer before. That is one that lead to my gastritis too. And the third one is stress.

I took Antiacid, but it seems not helping at all. I'm controlling all my food intake, no acidic food and chillies. I read somewhere, it saying to eat certain categories of food separately. Patients are advised to eat protein foods by themselves or with green leafy vegetables; to eat fruits alone; and to avoid combining proteins and starches.

Next will be the treatment... I will need to see my Dr for an advise.

All I Want To Do

2010-04-15T07:06:00.002+08:00

I don't want to get up baby, let's turn off the phone
I don't want to go to work today or even put my makeup on
I've got better things to do than my todo list anyway
Hide under the covers and waste away the day
Let's just lay here and be lazy, baby drive me crazy

All I want to do wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wooo
All I want to do wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wooo is love you

I got my whole life to change the world and climb the ladders
Looking at you looking at me is the only thing that matters
Come a little closer baby, we can talk without the words
Hang a sign on the door, please do not disturb
Let's just lay here and be lazy, baby drive me crazy

All I want to do wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wooo
All I want to do wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wooo is love you

Give me a kiss, from that Elvis lip,
You don't want to miss this,

All I want to do wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wooo
All I want to do wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wooo is love you wo woo
All I really want to do is,
All I really want to do is,
All I really want to do is love you, and love you, and love you

Come a little closer baby, we can talk without the words
Hang a sign on the door, please do not, please do not, please do not, please do not disturb
When I lay down in the evening all I really want to do,
When I wake up, when I wake up in the morning baby, all I really want to do is...wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wo wooo

Gastric..

2010-04-03T23:15:00.004+08:00

I had this serious stomach pain almost everyday since last week, but I thought it's because of some food I took. I had to cancel my meeting with my friend last weekend, I can't really sit in the office, I had cold sweat and sometime felt like vomiting after meal. I've been delaying my appointment with Dr., due to my busy-ness and scared to know what is really happening.

Today, I had the courage to go to the clinic, accompanying me, my two nephews ... and Dr. said.. that's gastric! Your blood pressure is 120/70 and you have to continue taking the medcine for about two weeks, than you should be fine... !

Hide & Seek...

2010-03-15T23:26:00.002+08:00

mmmm.... where are you Owen??

It's Animal Planet on TV...

2010-02-20T21:15:00.001+08:00

"What's that?"

"Hello..!!"

... and

2009-12-28T10:36:00.001+08:00

My today is so dull.
Wondering what will be for tomorrow?
Thinking, what have I done gracefully this year?

My new Fendi..

2009-12-11T21:16:00.003+08:00

My new watch collection by Fendi... Bought with 50% + 10% discount at LVMH sales at Central Plaza, KL... Good buy right? But the waiting was f*#king hell...

The 16th...

2009-11-24T00:47:00.004+08:00

Thanks babe! I love it... This stunning pendant is part of my new collection.. It's from Comyn and Royal Selangor Pewter. Had a gala shopping at Royal Selangor Pewter in KLCC last week, 19th November.

Yoga

2009-10-25T12:53:00.001+08:00

Wow, Ryan Giggs doing yoga... let us Yoga!

Giggs says much of the credit for overcoming injuries in his case goes to yoga. This eco-friendly mat is stickier than most and provides excellent grip for your downward-facing dog, yet it weighs only 2lb 3oz. http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/men/article5252086.ece#

True SPA?

2009-10-05T09:50:00.002+08:00

I was invited for a free back massage at True SPA last April and decided to join (after persuaded by the consultant) as a member to enjoy their services at a very (quite) cheap consider to others in Klang Valley. As a frequent visitor to most of the SPA, I thought why not to join and stay at one place… After one month as a member, I tried to call for an appointment, the miserable started, and I experience the most terrible customer service ever. Till now, I only managed to get one Massage Treatment. I would like to share here, the same complaints from other clients…

(Taken from www.shoppingsalesqueen.com)
I was invited for a session of free back massage at True Spa to try out their service and facilities. They were professional from the start where they had a representative call to explain about the free offer right up to setting the appointment of the session. On the day itself, a couple of hours before the session, they even rang up to remind me and to say that if I’m unable to make it, I can reschedule for another day. I was impressed up to that point.
When I finally got there, there were quite a number of people, some were members waiting for their therapists while some where like me, there for a free session. The others got attended to rather quickly while I sat to wait my turn.
The person who attended to me gave me a form to fill up while I waited. I waited for the next 15 minutes and still no one came to say anything. If I did not witness how fast the other patrons were being served, I would’ve thought this was the norm. It clearly wasn’t. As I had a waiting baby and we had to rush off, I didn’t want to wait anymore and decided to walk out.
As I walked off, I told the staff at the reception counter that I didn’t want to wait any longer. They didn’t do anything to stop me and just watched me walk out. It’s strange that they had good pre-service but not so great actual service at their premise. So no free massage, and no review after all!

1 wymen April 12, 2009 at 6:22 pm
I have joined True Spa since last year May. I have been paying RM300 per month and I am supposed to be entitled to services such as massage, facial etc in my package. However I ended up having to pay other massage centres or visit other places for my massage, facial, manicure to be done, and the IRONY is NOT in True Spa! Does that make sense? I pay this spa RM300 per month but ended up paying extra and forced to go to other places to get my services. Why? Because it is IMPOSSIBLE to get an appointment !!!! I questioned their customer service department as to why all their slots are always full, leaving only those odd honours free, which, a normal working client like me is not able to attend. Their answer (about 1 year ago ) is that they just started their business and thus most of the slots are reserved for “free trial” session to attract potential customer. We as PAYING CUSTOMER cannot help feeling that we are being CHEATED and NEGLECTED. However… 1 year later.. the same thing is still going on .. TRUE Spa is just interested to do sales but not providing services to paying customer who is ENTITLED to good services from them. Once you become a member, you will never get your appointment unless you can plan your appointment 2 months ahead, which is RIDICULOUS and UNACEPPTABLE.

IF I COULD, I WANT A REFUND, FOR IT WAS THE DUMBEST DECISION EVERTO BE A MEMBER OF TRUE SPA JAYA 33

I feel that I’m a stupid consumer and ended up becoming an angry consumer.
True Spa is not interested to solve our problems or attends to our complaints and neither do we get any feedbacks from their management nor from the front desk staff. They will just ignore you. I am left with no other option but to “speak up” ! I am resolved to approach their “potential customer” and start sharing my personal shocking and horrifying experiences with them and directing them to browse through reviews posted by other angry and unsatisfied customers in internet before they make the same mistake in signing up the membership program. Of course, the decision ultimately is in their hands, but I cannot stand idly and do NOTHING while others are being duped.
If you are an angry or an unsatisfied customer like me, please join me. Let our voices make a change, it is our DUTY and our RIGHTS as customers to send our message across to this SINGAPORE-based company make them aware that Malaysian customers deserved equally the same respect and treatment …
I’m writting this in different blog to make public aware of this TRUE spa’s trap. If you are not their member yet please be a smart consumer.

3 Ms Lee June 30, 2009 at 11:59 am
Hi Wymen,
I also have situation to you samething. I make many appointment, but ther customer servise say appointment already full. And ask me make appoiontment before 2 week. So, I just follow make appointment before treament 2 week. Yesterday, I book Treatment Of Body Massage at 6.30PM, but I late about 15 minutes, their cancel my appointment & no give me a call. I arrive the True Spa, their say already cancel my appointment & already give another person already. I very angry, because their cancel my appointment no give me any notice & when I make appointment their say must make appointment before treatment 2 week, but another person no need appointment before treatment 2 week. Last time,before I make a full payment, if I make appointment at 6.30PM, but I late about 30 minutes, their no cancel my appointment & will call me to ask when will come here? Why now difference with before???

7 Rihanna September 30, 2009 at 10:41 am
I signed up with True Spa bout a year ago. The consultant was a very persuasive person and practically forced me into becoming a member. Little did i realise that this is the worst decision in my life. True Spa has a very lousy customer service and after sales follow up. They know how to market their product but not sustain their claim because in return they give bad service to their customers. I share the grief of others when they complain about not being able to get an appointment for any of the beauty treatments. I am seriously shocked to experience such BAD customer service in this era! You cant get any appointment because all slots are booked, all beauty consultants are busy…. bla bla.. and the list goes on. Come on people, what is this? We actually pay in advance for your service! As if all listed above is not bad enough, their front desk staff tend to be rude at times. Another shocking news is that my consultant fled from True Spa. I was tempted to bring this up in Malay Mail but I needed to know if other members are facing the same mistreatment as me. Now I have found out how the others feel about True Spa’s services!

F1... ?

2009-10-02T23:09:00.001+08:00

I just do not know why but I just hate him, maybe for his arrogance. I know he is a great driver but now he is joining Ferrari, and I do not think I will support them. I’ll retired for next season... Kimi Raikkonen will always be my favorite since he started his F1 career with Sauber, but Hakkinen, he is the reasons I started to watch F1...

SELAMAT HARI RAYA AIDIL FITRI.... Maaf Zahir Batin!

2009-09-18T05:59:00.000+08:00

Dear friends...

May this Hari Raya be a special one for you... and may it bring you many happy moments to cherish forever!

May Allah bless you with happiness and grace your home with warmth and peace!

SELAMAT HARI RAYA AIDIL FITRI.... Maaf Zahir Batin!

from...

Sazalina Razali

Blackberry Storm Vs iPhone 3G Comparison

2009-09-03T23:47:00.003+08:00

Recently I had published a side-by-side comparison of the iPhone 3G and T-Mobile G1 DVD Converter which evoked an interesting debate. (from: iphonehacks) Here comes another side-by-side comparison of Apple's iPhone 3G with RIM's BlackBerry Storm, which is considered as another iPhone Killer. BlackBerry Storm is expected to be released some time in November exclusively by Verizon in the US and Vodafone in UK.

Hardware Spec
Dimension:
Storm = 4.4 x 2.4 x 0.6 inches
iPhone 3G = 5.5 x 2.4 x 0.48 inches
Weight:
Storm = 155g
iPhone = 133g
Screen Size:
Storm = 3.2 inches
iPhone = 3.5 inches
Camera:
Storm = 3.2M pixel
iPhone = 2M pixel
Memory:
Storm = 1GB on board + 16GB expandable with MicroSD
iPhone = 8GB / 16GB (No expansion)
Battery:
Storm = 5.5hrs talk time / 360 hrs standby
iPhone = 5hrs talk time / 300 hrs standby

Unlike T-Mobile G1 that we have reviewed earlier, BlackBerry Storm "steals" the design and looks much like the iPhone 3G. However, it does not look as sleek as iPhone 3G. It's a little bit thicker (0.14inches more) and heavier (22g more) than iPhone 3G. And, surprisingly, BlackBerry Storm does not come with Wi-Fi support or they probably consider Verizon's 3G network is good enough.

BlackBerry Storm's screen is also a little bit smaller (3.2 inch) as compared to iPhone 3G (3.5 inch), however it sports a slightly higher resolution (460x360 pixels) than iPhone 3G (460x360 pixels).

Winner: iPhone 3G

Input Method

With the success of iPhone's multi-touch interface, touch is now the standard for any new smartphone. Like iPhone, Storm does not have physical slide-out keyboard and uses the screen as input, in fact its RIM's first smartphone to feature a touch screen. However, RIM highlights that the touch technology developed on Storm is somewhat different to other touch screen smartphone available. RIM refers its touch technology as "Clickable Screen". That means, when users press key on screen, they can actually feel the key pressed and release, just like you press the mouse button. They call it a game changing touch technology that makes on-screen keyboard more appealing.

Also, like T-Mobile G1, it will have built-in cut and paste capability across applications a feature missing from iPhone 3G.

Winner:Its difficult to call a winner on this one, until we get feedback from users on RIM's touch technology. We love iPhone 3G's revolutionary multi-touch interface.

Multimedia
Multimedia support is not the strong area of RIM smartphones, as they predominantly targets business users. Storm is developed with multiple support in mind to lure more casual users. Standard feature like music and video playback is included. A wide range of audio format (including MP3, AAC, WMA, etc) and video format (including MPEG4, WMV, etc). Storm also allows you to sync iTunes music files via BlackBerry Media Sync and has its own media software to manage your music.

iPhone 3G is the best iPod Apple has ever created. The music and video playback experience is awesome. And, Apple continues to update features like Genius Playlist into iPhone makes iPhone's multimedia support nearly unbeatable. With its seamless integration with iTunes Store, you can download songs wirelessly or sync it between desktop using iTunes. iPhone 3G also supports a wide range of music formats but only plays Quick Time video.

Winner: iPhone 3G

Camera & Video Recording

Apple did not upgrade the camera in iPhone 3G, its still a basic 2 megapixel camera while Storm comes with 3.2 megapixel camera and includes video recording capability. Storm also includes a flash and auto focus for its camera.

Winner: BlackBerry Storm

Modem Capability
iPhone 3G does not support tethering and Apple tends to ban any applications in App Store that adds this capability. The only option you have is to jailbreak the iPhone and use jailbreak apps such as PDANet, iPhoneModem etc. BlackBerry Storm, on the other hands, comes with tethering built-in.

Winner: BlackBerry Storm
Tips: How to convert DVD to Blackberry with Daniusoft DVD BlackBerry Converter?

Enterprise Feature

Apple has made quite a few strides to take market share from RIM in the enterprise area. iPhone 3G, with built-in support for Microsoft's ActiveSync protocol, lets enterprise users to access Microsoft Exchange's services. Also, it takes a great step forwards to support Cisco IPsec VPN, which is a standard in enterprise wireless security. Further, it incorporates a feature to let administrator to wipe data remotely, in case the iPhone is lost or stolen.

RIM is always the leader in enterprise wireless devices. Storm, continues to lead in this area. The enterprise support is outstanding that different security policies can be defined, such that administrator may enable or shutdown specific bluetooth profiles; and even, to disable its digital camera access.

Winner: BlackBerry Storm

To sum up, BlackBerry strikes a balance between business and causal use. It's, by far, the sleekest BlackBerry; which should help RIM lure causal customers.

Is it another iPhone killer? Its difficult to conclude. iPhone 3G and BlackBerry both come with some unique features that neither have and they are positioned differently in the market.
However, I still fail to understand the omission of Wi-Fi in BlackBerry Storm, its true that BlackBerry is targeted at the business users who use it primarily for email, but still it seems like a major disadvantage over iPhone 3G.

As a consumer device, iPhone will definitely win thanks to the iPod application, its Safari browser which is easily the most advanced web browser on a portable device which makes browsing the internet on the iPhone a treat and overall for its cool factor. But if you turn to some business-savvy users and enterprise, BlackBerry is still the de-facto choice.

RIM has also not disclosed the pricing or the official shipping date.

You can checkout the demo video of BlackBerry Storm to get an overview:

BlackBerry Storm, T-Mobile G1 and soon to be released Nokia's XpressMusic phone (Nokia's first touch screen phone) might or might not end up being iPhone killers but they are healthy competition to Apple's iPhone 3G that will ensure that Apple constantly innovates which in the end is beneficial for consumers like us.

Let us know which one is a winner from your point of view and why?

--
slinamr

2009-08-17T08:38:00.002+08:00

Ahlan wa Sahlan Ya Ramadan!

Selamat berpuasa kepada semua saudara ku...

Semoga Ramadhan kali ini mempertingkatkan amalan kita dan memohon kepada Allah agar perjuangan kita dipermudahkan dan diberkati. Amin...

some people...

2009-07-06T17:01:00.001+08:00

Some people think they have the most important job in the world and couldn’t be bothered with other people’s job or work or even have a little respect towards them. For some people, your job or work are worthless. They don’t even think that sometime, the lousiest works are the most important work such as garbage collector.

Your work is your responsibility, no matter how little it is, how small your contribution towards your family or even country is, you have to do it with full hearted. We simply cannot do thing half-heartedly.

Remember; always make requests; never give orders.

Love Affair with a Married / Engaged Man

2009-06-29T11:17:00.003+08:00

Something to ponder and share…

Sometimes a friendships can turns to more…

Are you considering having a love affair with a married or engaged man? Before you do something you may regret, consider the pros and cons of having an affair.

But what I like to share is only the bad part, nothing good about having an affair… Before you have an affair, consider the implications the affair might have on other people.

The Downsides of Having an Affair
While there are several positive elements of having a love affair with a married man, the downsides are many and potentially devastating...

Getting Caught
The married man is putting his marriage or relationship at risk having an affair with you, and you risk the same if you are also married. You may not care about being caught, but your feelings may change if your spouse finds out and files for divorce. Sometimes we don’t realize what we have until we lose it.

Being caught involves more risks than just divorce. It can also ruin your career or your reputation. Even if you are single, you’ll still be labeled as “ the other woman” which can carry as much if not more negative stigmatism as the adulterous husband. You could lose friends and family support and your reputation in the city could be ruined as well.

He May Not Leave His Wife or Fiancee
Sometimes the hope of having a love affair is that he will leave his wife or fiancee and marry you. This does happen in some cases. However, the majority of the time, the married man only wants to have an affair. Even if he says he loves you and plans to leave his wife or fiancee, nothing is certain as long as he is still married or in a relationship.

Fantasy is Not Reality
Affairs often have a fantasy feel about them. The problem comes when you expect the fantasy to continue. Even if he does leave his wife and marries you, eventually the day-to-day realities of being married will replace the fantasy. In other words, getting what you want may turn out bad if what you really loved was the fantasy. In addition, in this scenario, your relationship will have been born out of cheating. Now that you are his wife, what’s to say he won’t start cheating on you?

Not Ultimately Fulfilling
If you are single and having a relationship with a married man, it will not be as fulfilling as dating a single guy. The relationship has to be secret, you can’t have your parents meet him and he will be in the arms and bed of another woman. Is that the kind of relationship you want?

Taken from.. yahoo.com

Muzium Negara & Sepang Goldcoast

2009-06-28T14:30:00.020+08:00

Last school holiday, I spent one weekend with my nephews... On Saturday, we went to National Museum. We move from the house around 10am and ended our visit about 4pm... wow... a long visit to only one place... but they had fun.. for them going out of the house, hanging and walking around and eating out is more than fun and that is what they want most other than going to the beach.

At Muzium Negara

The photographer gave me flower, bunga raya (hibiscus).

the peace sign, everywhere...

My junior photographer took this pic... quite nice huh!

All of us at Muzium Orang Asli

On Sunday... At first the planning was only Sepang Goldcoast, but we got one wedding invitation in Banting... So, all of us going with two cars. From Banting to Sepang Goldcoast is about 30km, so if you are coming from KL, take the KLIA road, much nearer. The kids a bit sad coz at first they thought, they will be allowed to swim and playing on the beach but when we got there it's a bit late and all the adults don’t want to enter the water. We had steamboat at Sepang Goldcoast Resort... quite cheap and the kids excited with the cooking thingy on the table. Scenery was picturesque! Once the resort is complete, I believe it’s going to be something special, ‘A palm tree-shaped resort’, similar to the one in Dubai. There are two Goldcoast in that area, the other one is Morib Goldcoast, still in constructions too.

our style of going to wedding reception... haha!

the ladies ...

the restaurant at Sepang Goldcoast Resort

Pose before 'makan'

Bagan Lalang

How do you feel when guys check out your boobs?

2009-06-28T11:57:00.001+08:00

Sometimes, when we talking to a guy, they staring at our boobs. Hey my-eyes-are-up-here... Men see boobs and they can't help but look. But nowadays, many women go out in revealing shirts with the exact intention of grabbing a man's attention, so why is it that in certain instances a guy taking a look makes us feel angry, annoyed or disgusted? As for me please have enough respect to actually look at me when I am speaking. But as for some men, “as long as you keep showing them, we’ll keep looking at them, if you don’t want them seen, cover them up”.

How do you react when you catch a guy looking at your boobs?

Obstacles

2009-06-25T18:07:00.003+08:00

When obstacles arise, change your direction to reach your goal, not the decision to get there. But if you are going to be so narrow minded then there will be no progress. How to change the direction? We scared to change but when problem occurs, it should not be ignored. It is a test and a situation and only get better if we face it, if not you will not be led to your right place in the flow to your goal.

Stay In the Flow and Avoid the Mine Field of Life
By Lisa Cherney

Today I am feeling lucky, even blessed, to have such a fulfilling life. I credit this to following my heart. You see, after many years of self-exploration, I have a low tolerance for not being happy. In other words, I can no longer ignore my heart when it speaks to me. This can lead to having to make “difficult” decisions, but it ALWAYS pays off in the end. The result, I am in the flow of life and this leads to prosperity in all ways.

Part of being in the flow is being of service. When you give to others, you also reap the reward. This giving can be a talent you offer in a business or service you provide to your family. You see, the universe has an ebb and flow to it. When you give you receive and when you give from your heart you receive tenfold. How can you give of yourself so you are receiving and giving at the same time? That is the key. And in business this is the ultimate reward. This is when you feel in the flow and all is well. This is when you have achieved a symbiosis and you can rest easy knowing you are flowing with the laws of the universe.

When you are not in the flow, what does it feel like?
• A struggle
• Lack and scarcity
• You are not following your heart and it aches
• Swimming upstream
• You are a rebel (without a cause)
• You have gone too far to follow/give to others and now you are alone

So, are you in the flow now? What can you do today to get in that flow? It’s like in the movie Finding Nemo when Crush and Squirt, the green sea turtles, ride the East Australian Current (EAC) to expedite their journey. Make a small shift today. If you put your toe in, you will get caught up in the current and have to expend far less energy to get where you want to go.

Ask yourself in the coming year… How can I be more in the flow, in life, my career or business? Am I willing to follow my heart to the letter and release the outcome? See, when we follow our heart we are following the flow of the Universe and everyone is served. Our ego wants us to believe that if we change our mind, cancel commitments or shift focus, everything will fall apart. The truth is we get all the support we need and could want. We are lifted up to the highest good and are rewarded.

When we don’t listen to our heart, we are stuck and feel stuck (and our bodies know it too). We feel stiff, sore and lethargic. It’s like swimming in a thick sea. What is your body telling you right now? Notice and listen to what it says. Our bodies are an amazing source of wisdom. Imagine that every ache, pain and symptom is a clue to your path, that your body is having a conversation with you. It’s sort of rude not to listen. Think about when someone is not listening to a toddler, what does the child do? They speak louder and louder and yell, and then maybe throw a fit. That is what our bodies do as well.

The additional risk for going off the path that your heart is illuminating is you will blow up your peace, happiness, health and dreams, like taking the wrong step on a path through a mine field. Be mindful and you will know the next steps to take. Follow these steps with the importance of safe steps through a mine field, and you will be giving your heart (and life) the importance it deserves.

Lisa Cherney is a Business Intuitive, Marketing Consultant and President & Founder of Conscious Marketing™. For more information on her new workshop, Balancing Head & Heart in Business, visit www.ConsciousMarketing.com or call (888) 771-0156.

© 2007 Lisa Cherney

Ryan O’Neal to wed cancer-stricken Farrah Fawcett

2009-06-24T16:27:00.003+08:00

Ryan O’Neal is set to marry cancer-stricken Farrah Fawcett and has revealed that his long-time love is “fighting for her life,” ABC News reported Monday.

O’Neal, 68, told ABC television’s Barbara Walters in an interview due to air later this week that “Charlie’s Angels” star Fawcett, who has been battling anal cancer for three years, had agreed to marry him.

“I’ve asked her to marry me, again, and she’s agreed,” an emotional O’Neal told Walters in excerpts of the interview on ABC News website.

Asked to describe Fawcett’s current health condition, O’Neal replied: “She’s fighting for her life.”

O’Neal and Fawcett, 62, have been romantically involved off-and-on since 1982. The couple have a son together but have never married.

“I used to ask her to marry me all the time,” O’Neal said in the ABC interview. “But it just got to be a joke, you know. We just joked about it.”

O’Neal has been a constant presence at Fawcett’s side since news of her illness broke.

Last month the actor told People magazine Fawcett’s cancer had spread to her liver and that her treatment had effectively ended.

“It’s a love story. I just don’t know how to play this one. I won’t know this world without her,” O’Neal said. “Cancer is an insidious enemy.”

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"How much I wish I'm in her
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Bananas

2009-06-17T09:17:00.002+08:00

Bananas contain three natural sugars - sucrose, fructose and glucose - combined with fiber. A banana gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy. Research has proved that just two bananas provide enough energy for a strenuous 90-minute workout. No wonder the banana is the number one fruit with the world's leading athletes.

A banana can help overcome or prevent a substantial number of illnesses and conditions, making it a must for our daily diet.

Depression: According to a recent survey undertaken by MIND among people suffering from depression, many felt much better after eating a banana. This is because bananas contain tryptophan, one of the twenty common "amino acids" that make up all proteins that the body converts into serotonin, known to make you relax, improve your mood and generally make you feel happier.

PMS: Forget the pills - eat a banana. The vitamin B6 it contains regulates blood glucose levels, which can affect your mood.

Anemia: High in iron, bananas can stimulate the production of hemoglobin in the blood and so helps in cases of anemia.

Blood Pressure: This unique tropical fruit is extremely high in potassium yet low in salt, making it the perfect to beat blood pressure. So much so, the US Food and Drug Administration has just allowed the banana industry to make official claims for the fruit's ability to reduce the risk of blood pressure and stroke.

Brain Power: 200 students at a Twickenham (Middlesex) school were helped through their exams this year by eating bananas at breakfast, break, and lunch in a bid to boost their brain power. Research has shown that the potassium-packed fruit can assist learning by making pupils more alert.

Constipation: High in fiber, including bananas in the diet can help restore normal bowel action, helping to overcome the problem without resorting to laxatives.

Hangovers: One of the quickest ways of curing a hangover is to make a banana milkshake, sweetened with honey. The banana calms the stomach and, with the help of the honey, builds up depleted blood sugar levels, while the milk soothes and re-hydrates your system.

Heartburn: Bananas have a natural antacid effect in the body, so if you suffer from heartburn, try eating a banana for soothing relief.

Morning Sickness: Snacking on bananas between meals helps to keep blood sugar levels up and avoid morning sickness.

Mosquito bites: Before reaching for the insect bite cream, try rubbing the affected area with the inside of a banana skin. Many people find it amazingly successful at reducing swelling and irritation.

Nerves: Bananas are high in B vitamins that help calm the nervous system.

Overweight and at work: Studies at the Institute of Psychology in Austria found pressure at work leads to gorging on comfort food like chocolate and crisps. Looking at 5,000 hospital patients, researchers found the most obese were more likely to be in high-pressure jobs. The report concluded that, to avoid panic-induced food cravings, we need to control our blood sugar levels by snacking on high carbohydrate foods every two hours to keep levels steady.

Ulcers: The banana is used as the dietary food against intestinal disorders because of its soft texture and smoothness. It is the only raw fruit that can be eaten without distress in over-chronic ulcer cases. It also neutralizes over-acidity and reduces irritation by coating the lining of the stomach.

Temperature control: Many other cultures see bananas as a "cooling" fruit that can lower both the physical and emotional temperature of expectant mothers. In Thailand, for example, pregnant women eat bananas to ensure their baby is born with a cool temperature.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Bananas can help SAD sufferers because they contain the natural mood enhancer, tryptophan.

Smoking: Bananas can also help people trying to give up smoking. The B6, B12 they contain, as well as the potassium and magnesium found in them, help the body recover from the effects of nicotine withdrawal.

Stress: Potassium is a vital mineral, which helps normalize the heartbeat, sends oxygen to the brain and regulates your body's water balance. When we are stressed, our metabolic rate rises, thereby reducing our potassium levels. These can be re-balanced with the help of a high-potassium banana snack.

Strokes: According to research in "The New England Journal of Medicine", eating bananas as part of a regular diet can cut the risk of death by strokes by as much as 40%"

Warts: Those keen on natural alternatives swear that if you want to kill off a wart, take a piece of banana skin and place it on the wart, with the yellow side out. Carefully hold the skin in place with a plaster or surgical tape!

The Climb

2009-06-10T17:07:00.001+08:00

I can almost see it
That dream I’m dreaming but
There’s a voice inside my head sayin,
You’ll never reach it,
Every step I’m taking,
Every move I make feels
Lost with no direction
My faith is shaking but I
Got to keep tryin
Got to keep my head held high

There’s always going to be another mountain
I’m always going to want to make it move
theres always going to be an uphill battle,
Sometimes I'm going to have to lose,
Ain’t about how fast I get there,
Ain’t about what’s waiting on the other side
It’s the climb

The struggles I’m facing,
The chances I’m taking
Sometimes they might knock me down but
No I’m not breaking
I may not know it
But these are the moments that
I’m going to remember most yeah
Just got to keep going
And I,
I got to be strong
Just keep pushing on,
cause

There’s always going to be another mountain
I’m always going to want to make it move
Always going to be an uphill battle,
Sometimes I'm going to have to lose,
Ain’t about how fast I get there,
Ain’t about what’s waiting on the other side
It’s the climb

There’s always going to be another mountain
I’m always going to want to make it move
Always going to be an uphill battle,
Sometimes you're going to have to lose,
Ain’t about how fast I get there,
Ain’t about what’s waiting on the other side
It’s the climb

Keep on moving
Keep climbing
Keep the faith baby
It’s all about
It’s all about
The climb
Keep the faith
Keep your faith

...

2009-05-14T23:45:00.000+08:00

Good night everybody!

I'm tired!

2009-05-14T09:02:00.000+08:00

Last weekend I wished for a rain and now for two days a light rain had been falling. Can I wish for a snow? Haha… A short break is coming for me by end of this month, I hope all the projects can smoothly moving. Come on, let’s move!!! I’m tired of waiting, I’m tired of everything! I’ve been thinking of quit and give up work for a year. Can I?

Mother's Day

2009-05-10T22:43:00.005+08:00

It’s a Mother’s Day. I took my mom to clinic today. She’s having bad sore throat till no voice to talk. She wanted to call nenek at kampong to wish her Happy Mother’s Day but she just doesn’t have the voice.

I bought her a tiny gift. Hope she’ll like it.

Every Mother’s Day, all of us will gather to have dinner somewhere and this year we went to Seri Bayu Restaurant in Bayu Perdana, Klang.

More Than A Memory

2009-05-10T18:50:00.002+08:00

I've become tired
Of Wasting my time
Thinkin' bout choices
That I've made
Cuz i can't move forward
While looking behind
The only thing I can
Thing to do now is change my way
That I use to be
Cuz now it's seems
Crystal clear to me

Cuz you're so much more
Than a memory
Cuz you're so much more
Than a memory

It wasn't fair
For me just to go
Act like I knew what you've been through
Cuz I wasn't there
And I'll never know
Couldn't see from
Your point of view
But I'm doing all I can
For you to see
That I understand
That I understand

Cuz you're so much more
Than a memory
Cuz you're so much more
Than a memory
So don't close my door
On what still can be
Cuz you're so much more
Than a memory

Please don't Go
Cuz I've finally Know
That the past is gone
And I was wrong
And i was wrong

You're so much more
Than a memory
Cuz you're so much more
Than a memory
So don't close the door
On still what can be
Cuz you're so muhc more
Than a memory

Please don't go
Cuz I've finally know
That the past is gone
And i was wrong

Please don't go
Cuz i've finally know
That the past is gone
And I knew I was wrong
And I was wrong

HOOBASTANK

unfriendly... Go Holiday!!

2009-05-08T13:30:00.003+08:00

What a lousy booking system, Go Holiday! I was supposed to make five (5) rooms booking, but unfortunately AirAsia Go Holiday system only allows two (2) rooms booking at one time. I made the booking for first two (2) rooms than continue with another one more room. When I wanted to book the balance two (2) rooms, the hotel name I booked earlier has no longer available... I'm panicked! (macam beruk kepanasan, but trying to act cool) Flight for all passengers already been made and I cannot book the two rooms. I’d contacted the hotel directly trying my luck to get the room, but rooms not available... I thought AirAsia can help me to change the hotel booked into another hotel which available for all 5 rooms, but they just said, sorry, you cannot change your booking. That's it? It's your system didn't allow me to make all 5 rooms booking at one time and now I guess it's my fault to use Go Holiday!

Normally I will survey the internet for better room rate, it's just that I don't have the time to do it, was extremely busy with projects and I thought just book the flight together with hotels and it's all done.

Luckily the hotel I booked earlier was trying to help me to introduce another hotel nearby and with better rate. So now I have one (1) group in two (2) separate hotels.

Long Weekend

2009-05-04T15:40:00.006+08:00

For the pass one month, we are busy with office renovation, than after that the decoration... Busy shopping for office stuff. Now the new office is ready!

On Sunday, me and my family drove down to Kajang for a wedding. My Tok Usu's daughter, Ella with M. Feisal. Selamat Pengantin Baru!

At night, I drove up to PJ to watch Liverpool against Newcastle United. LFC won 3-0. It should be 6-0...

1st May

2009-05-02T13:04:00.000+08:00

Long holiday! Those days, I will definitely take the opportunity to travel during long holiday but now, home is the only place I want to be or I have to be... LOL! Yesterday I had my long overdue facial at A.sterSpring in Bukit Raja. I bought crystal tree for the new office worth about rm300 and crystal bracelet for me. After that went to Warehouse sale in Seksyen 13 PJ with K and bought some shoes and shirts and amazingly I didn’t buy anything for myself. Then we go straight to I.kea to buy some stuff for the office and back to office before 9pm to dump everything back there. We had small dinner in nearby restaurant and back home before 12am.

So today I’m going to book my flight to ... , going to make reservation for the SPA next week, going to Sunway to change the battery for my Aigner watch and will going to have a Japanese dinner tonight.

Wedding

2009-04-26T14:16:00.006+08:00

My sister's big day! Selamat Pengantin Baru to Harny & Fauzi... Weather was extreamly hot and I'm sweating but still continue my responsibility as a photographer for that day.

F1 2009 Malaysia

2009-04-05T21:48:00.005+08:00

Today, I spent some time with K, we had lunch (Ayam Penyet) at Sunway, do some computer work in Kopitiam and watched F1 at Mercedes-Benz F1 Open house at Cycle & Carriage wearing Ferrari shirt... Proudly entering the lounge! Unfortunately Ferrari didn't perform well this evening, perhaps due to the bad weather! But more race to come, go for it, bebeh... You’ll never walk alone! (Sorry wrong tagline!)

D60

2009-04-01T23:50:00.001+08:00

My new gadget! Still new, still learning but gonna love it! Bila nak gi holiday ni??

Earth Hour 2009

2009-03-28T19:46:00.000+08:00

Preparation before Earth Hour ..... only me and Owen at home!

SRI LANKA: UN denounces misuse of food destined for children

2009-03-23T08:55:00.005+08:00

COLOMBO, 12 March 2009 (IRIN) - The UN has deplored the diversion of high-energy therapeutic food supplies intended for severely malnourished children to Liberation Tigers of Tamils Eelam (LTTE) fighters in combat zones in Sri Lanka’s north.

A statement released on 11 March by the UN country office in Sri Lanka said that BP-100 high-energy biscuits found in the possession of a dead Tamil Tiger came from supplies targeted at severely malnourished children.

“The UN deplores that such life-saving items, destined for severely malnourished children, were diverted from their intended purpose,” the statement said.

“The last shipment of BP-100 was sent with all due government authorisations by the UN Children’s Fund [UNICEF] to the Ministry of Health Regional Directors of Health Services in Kilinochchi and Mullaitivu in June 2007, for the treatment of severely malnourished children in those districts.”

The UN statement said “the treatment of malnutrition among children remains a priority for Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Health, UNICEF and the World Food Programme”.

The latest UNICEF humanitarian update of 4 March stated that nutritional levels in the war-affected areas of Sri Lanka are still lower than the national average due to the conflict and lack of supplies.

“There is a dire lack of clean water, food, proper sanitation and medicine. In turn this has further worsened the nutritional status of affected populations, with malnutrition rates in the north higher than the national average,” the report stated.

Heavy fighting between government forces and the LTTE in the northern Vanni Pocket, Mullaithivu District, has forced thousands to flee. The UNICEF report estimated that between 150,000 and 200,000 civilians were trapped by the fighting inside a narrowing combat zone of about 50 sqkm. More than 36,000 have escaped the fighting into government areas since January 2009.

Evacuation cancelled

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) said its latest attempts to evacuate sick and wounded civilians out of the combat zone by sea was postponed on 11 March due to lack of security guarantees from the two parties to the conflict.

“We did not receive the proper security guarantees to proceed with the evacuation,” Sarasi Wijeratne, ICRC spokeswoman, told IRIN. “We will try to go ahead with it as soon as we receive the guarantees.”

The ICRC started evacuating sick and wounded civilians by sea on 10 February when overland convoys could not proceed due to security fears. In eight sea evacuations, more than 2,700 sick and wounded civilians and their relatives were evacuated from Putumattalan, at the edge of the combat zone, south to Trincomalee District, in government-controlled areas.

“This is a vital lifeline into the areas of fighting and we will make our best efforts to maintain it,” she said.

Bad weather

The sea route has also been used to send food supplies and medicine to the combat zones, but Wijeratne said the latest supply ship returned to Trincomalee without offloading its full cargo. A ship carrying 500MT of supplies, the largest single consignment by sea, was advised to return to Trincomalee on 9 March by the Sri Lanka Navy due to bad weather. It had offloaded about 140MT when it returned.

“It was a government vessel that was carrying supplies from the government and the ICRC was escorting it under its flag,” Wijeratne said.

She told IRIN the ICRC planned to deliver the remaining supplies once the weather cleared.

“Obviously we would need security assurances from both parties for the supply ship to also make the trip.”

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What can we do to help them?

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2009-03-18T23:48:00.003+08:00

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Earth hour

2009-03-15T22:36:00.000+08:00

Manchester United 1 - 4 Liverpool

2009-03-15T12:42:00.007+08:00

A great moment and memorable night for LFC and all the fans in the world... Liverpool wins at Man U. The lineup was good Yeah, YNWA... Last night games was awesome, I watched the games at Amphitheater Sunway with all the other Liverpudlians and of coz some ManU ~~frustrated~~ fans. Nothing is Impossible!!! Torres 28, Gerrard (pen) 44, Aurelio 77, Dossena 90

My Ferraris collection

2009-03-09T13:15:00.005+08:00

This is my latest Ferraris collection (shell) come together with the garage, bought it last night at 1U. Still waiting for two more cars F1 2008 and Enzo Ferrari. Last time I bought F1 2007 for my nephew and I don't have it for myself... emmm!

This is the previous collection together with Austin-Healy.

Nice huh!!

International Women's Day 2009

2009-03-08T10:35:00.000+08:00

"Women and men united to end violence against women and girls"

International Women's Day is a global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future.

Penyakit Rohani

2009-03-06T16:00:00.000+08:00

Riak - bangga dirinya melebihi orang lain, suka memuji diri, bangga dengan kemuliaan diri, harta, ilmu dan keturunannya.

Suka menonjol diri kepada orang lain.

Memandang rendah orang lain.

Minta dirinya dipuji di majlis keramaian.

Bermulut keji, suka mencela atau mengkritik orang lain secara berlebihan dan melampau.

Berlagak angkuh ketika berjalan.

Memaling muka ketika bertemu dengan seseorang.

Berlagak dalam berbicara.

Membantah teguran orang lain.

Tidak mengendahkan nasihat dan teguran orang lain.

Berlagak pandai walaupun tidak tahu.

Berpakaian terlalu menonjol dan berlebih-lebihan.

Suka menindas orang Islam yang lemah dan miskin.

Berlagak dirinya sahaja betul dan tidak pernah salah.

Suka membazir harta benda sama ada milik sendiri atau orang lain.

"Jauhkan lah aku dari sifat-sifat yang tercela ini dan dekatkan lah aku dengan sifat-sifat yang terpuji.."

Beza Antara Merebut Nama Allah Dan Mempertahankan Akidah

2009-03-06T11:33:00.005+08:00

Beza Antara Merebut Nama Allah Dan Mempertahankan Akidah
Posted By admin On March 2, 2009 (12:16 pm) In Akidah

Isu dalam artikel ini telah ditulis oleh Dr Mohd Asri Bin Zainul Abidin setahun yang lalu. Dicadangkan untuk pembacaan.

Article taken from Minda Tajdid - http://drmaza.com/home

Banyak pihak mendesak saya memberikan pandangan tentang penggunaan nama Allah oleh agama lain khususnya agama Kristian di Malaysia ini. Pada awalnya, saya selalu mengelak, cuma memberikan pandangan ringkas dengan berkata: “Isu ini bukan isu nas Islam, ianya lebih bersifat pentadbiran atau tempatan.

Peraturan ini mungkin atas alasan-alasan setempat seperti kenapa sekarang baru ditimbulkan isu ini? Kenapa hanya Bible dalam bahasa melayu sahaja yang hendak menggunakan panggilan Allah, tidak pula edisi inggerisnya? Adakah di sana ada agenda tersembunyi? Maka wujudnya tanda soal dan beberapa prasangka yang mungkin ada asasnya. Maka lahirlah kebimbangan terhadap kesan yang bakal timbul dari isu itu nanti.

Namun, akhir-akhir ini saya terus didesak. Saya kata: jika anda hendak tahu pendirian Islam bukanlah dengan falsafah-falsafah tentang akar bahasa itu dan ini yang diutamakan. Rujuk terdahulu apa kata al-Quran dan al-Sunnah. Lepas itu kita bincang hukum berkenaan bertitik tolak dari kedua sumber tersebut.

Kadang-kala kesilapan kita dalam mempertahankan perkara yang tidak begitu penting, boleh melupakan kita kepada isu yang lebih penting. Isu yang terpenting bagi saya adalah kefahaman mengenai keadilan dan kerahmatan Islam yang mesti sampai kepada setiap rakyat negara ini, muslim atau bukan muslim. Supaya gambaran negatif yang salah terhadap Islam dapat dikikis dari minda mereka yang keliru.

Di samping itu, hendaklah kita jelas bahawa yang membezakan akidah Islam dan selainnya bukanlah pada sebutan, atau rebutan nama Allah, sebaliknya pada ketulusan tauhid dan penafian segala unsur syirik. Di samping, kita mesti bertanya diri kita: mengapakah kita sentiasa merasakan kita akan menjadi pihak yang tewas jika orang lain memanggil tuhan Allah? Mengapakah kita tidak merasakan itu akan lebih memudahkan kita menyampaikan kepada mereka tentang akidah Islam?. Maka, apakah isu ini bertitik tolak dari nas-nas Islam, atau kebimbangan disebabkan kelemahan diri umat Islam itu sendiri?

Jika kita membaca Al-Quran, kita dapati ia menceritakan golongan musyrikin yang menentang Nabi Muhammad s.a.w juga menyebut nama Allah dan al-Quran tidak membantah mereka, bahkan itu dijadikan landasan untuk memasukkan akidah Islam yang sebenar.

Firman Allah: (maksudnya) “Dan Demi sesungguhnya! jika engkau (Wahai Muhammad) bertanya kepada mereka: “Siapakah yang menciptakan mereka?” sudah tentu mereka akan menjawab: “Allah!”. (jika demikian) maka bagaimana mereka rela dipesongkan? Dan (Dia lah Tuhan Yang mengetahui rayuan Nabi Muhammad) yang berkata: Wahai Tuhanku! Sesungguhnya mereka ini adalah satu kaum yang tidak mahu beriman!” (Surah al-Zukhruf ayat 87-88).

Firman Allah dalam ayat yang lain: (maksudnya) “Dan sesungguhnya jika engkau (Wahai Muhammad) bertanya kepada mereka (yang musyrik) itu: “siapakah yang menurunkan hujan dari langit, lalu dia hidupkan dengannya tumbuh-tumbuhan di bumi sesudah matinya?” sudah tentu mereka akan menjawab: “Allah”. Ucapkanlah (Wahai Muhammad): “Alhamdulillah” (sebagai bersyukur disebabkan pengakuan mereka yang demikian), bahkan kebanyakan mereka tidak menggunakan akal (untuk memahami tauhid) (Surah al-Ankabut ayat 63).

Ayat-ayat ini, bahkan ada beberapa yang lain lagi menunjukkan al-Quran tidak membantahkan golongan bukan muslim menyebut Allah sebagai Pencipta Yang Maha Agung. Bahkan Nabi Muhammad s.a.w disuruh untuk mengucapkan kesyukuran kerana mereka mengakui Allah. Apa yang dibantah dalam ayat-ayat ini bukanlah sebutan nama Allah yang mereka lafazkan, sebaliknya ketidak tulusan tauhid yang menyebabkan akidah terhadap Allah itu dipesongkan atau bercampur syirik.

Justeru, soal bukan muslim mengakui Allah tidak dibantah oleh Islam, bahkan kita disuruh bersyukur kerana pengakuan itu. Cuma yang dibantah ialah kesyirikan mereka. Umpamanya, jika kita mendengar bukan muslim menyebut “Allah yang menurunkan hujan, atau menumbuhkan tumbuhan”, maka kita tentu gembira kerana dia mengakui kebesaran Allah.

Apakah patut kita kata kepadanya: awak jangan kata Allah yang menurunkan hujan, atau mencipta itu dan ini, awak tidak boleh kata demikian kerana awak bukan muslim, sebaliknya awak kena kata tokong awak yang menurun hujan”. Apakah ini tindakan yang betul? Tidakkah itu menjauhkan dia dari daerah ketuhanan yang sebenar? Kita sepatutnya berusaha mendekatkan dia kepada ajaran yang benar. Namun, jika dia berkata: “Tokong ini adalah Allah”. Saya kata: “Awak dusta, itu tidak benar! Maha suci Allah dari dakwaan awak”.
Maka, ketika Allah menceritakan peranan peperangan dalam mempertahankan keamanan dan kesejahteraan manusia,

Allah menyebut: (maksudnya) “..dan kalaulah Allah tidak mendorong setengah manusia menentang (pencerobohan) setengah yang lain, nescaya runtuhlah tempat-tempat pertapaan serta gereja-gereja (kaum Nasrani), dan tempat-tempat sembahyang (kaum Yahudi), dan juga masjid-masjid (orang Islam) yang sentiasa disebut nama Allah banyak-banyak dalam semua tempat itu dan sesungguhnya Allah akan menolong sesiapa yang menolong ugamanya (ugama Islam); Sesungguhnya Allah Maha Kuat, lagi Maha Perkasa. (Surah al-Hajj ayat 40).

Ayat ini mengakui tempat-tempat ibadah itu disebut nama Allah. Adapun berhubung dengan orang Kristian,
Allah menyebut: (maksudnya) “Sesungguhnya telah kafirlah mereka yang berkata: “Bahawasanya Allah ialah salah satu dari yang tiga (triniti)”. padahal tiada tuhan (yang berhak disembah) melainkan Tuhan Yang Maha Esa..(Surah al-Maidah ayat 73).

Ayat ini tidak membantah mereka menyebut Allah, tetapi yang dibantah adalah dakwaan bahawa Allah adalah satu dari yang tiga.

Justeru itu kita lihat, orang-orang Kristian Arab memang memakai perkataan Allah dalam Bible mereka, juga buku-buku doa mereka. Tiada siapa pun di kalangan para ulama kaum muslimin sejak dahulu yang membantahnya. Jika ada bantahan di Malaysia, saya fikir ini mungkin atas alasan-alasan setempat yang saya sebutkan pada awal tadi. Cuma yang diharapkan, janganlah bantahan itu akhirnya memandulkan dakwah Islam dan menjadikan orang salah faham terhadap agama suci ini.

Saya selalu bertanya sehingga bilakah kita di Malaysia ini akan begitu defensive, tidak memiliki anti-bodi dan tidak mahu berusaha menguatkannya dalam diri? Akhirnya, kita terus bimbang dan takut kepada setiap yang melintas. Padahal itu bukan sifat Islam. Islam agama yang ke hadapan, misi dan intinya sentiasa disebarkan.

Sehingga Allah menyebut: (maksudnya):“Dan jika seseorang dari kalangan musyrikin meminta perlindungan kepadamu, maka berilah perlindungan kepadanya sehingga dia sempat mendengar keterangan-keterangan Allah (tentang hakikat Islam itu), kemudian hantarlah dia ke tempat yang selamat. Demikian itu (perintah tersebut) ialah kerana mereka itu kaum yang tidak mengetahui (hakikat Islam). (Surah al-Taubah ayat 6).

Ada orang tertentu yang berkata kepada saya: nanti orang Islam keliru kerana sebutan nama Allah itu sama antara mereka dan Islam. Lalu rosak akidah orang Islam kita nanti. Saya berkata kepadanya: “Jikalaulah sebutan nama tuhan itulah yang menentukan akidah Islam, tentulah golongan musyrikin Mekah tidak memerlukan akidah yang dibawa oleh Nabi s.a.w. Mereka telah sekian lama memanggil tuhan dengan panggilan Allah.

Lihatlah bapa Nabi kita Muhammad bernama ‘Abdullah yang bermaksud hamba Allah. Tentu sekali bapa baginda lahir pada zaman jahiliah sebelum kemunculan baginda sebagai rasul. Nama itu dipilih oleh datuk Abdul Muttalib yang menjadi pemimpin Quraish pada zaman dahulu. Quraish pada zaman jahiliah juga bertawaf dengan menyebut: LabbaikalLahhumma yang bermaksud: Menyahut seruanMu ya Allah!

Al-Imam Muslim dalam sahihnya meriwayatkan hadis mengenai perjanjian Hudaibiah antara Nabi s.a.w dengan Quraish Mekah, seperti berikut:
“Sesungguhnya Quraish membuat perjanjian damai dengan Nabi s.a.w. Antara wakil Quraish ialah Suhail bin ‘Amr. Sabda Nabi s.a.w : barangkali aku boleh tulis Bismillahirrahmanirrahim. Kata Suhail: Adapun Bismillah (dengan nama Allah), maka kami tidak tahu apa itu Bismillahirrahmanirrahim. Maka tulislah apa yang kami tahu iaitu BismikalLahumma (dengan namaMu Ya Allah!)”. Dalam riwayat al-Bukhari, Nabi s.a.w menerima bantahan tersebut. Ternyata mereka menggunakan nama Allah.

Maka yang membezakan akidah Islam dan selainnya adalah tauhid yang tulus yang menentang segala unsur syirik. Ketidak jelasan dalam persoalan inilah yang menggugat akidah jenerasi kita. Mereka yang berakidah dengan akidah Islam sangat sensitif kepada sebarang unsur syirk agar tidak menyentuh akidahnya. Bukan semua yang mengakui Allah akan dianggap beriman dengan iman yang sah selagi dia tidak membersihkan diri dari segala unsur syirik.

Lihat, betapa ramai yang memakai serban dan jubah, berzikir sakan tetapi dalam masa yang sama menyembah kubur-kubur tok wali tertentu dengan cara menyeru dan merintih pemohonan darinya. Ini yang dilakukan oleh sesetengah tarekat yang sesat. Apa beza mereka ini dengan yang memanggil nama-nama berhala yang asalnya dari nama orang-orang saleh juga, yang mati pada zaman dahulu.

Firman Allah: (maksudnya) Ingatlah! Untuk Allah agama yang suci bersih (dari segala rupa syirik). dan orang-orang musyrik yang mengambil selain dari Allah untuk menjadi pelindung (sambil berkata): “Kami tidak menyembah mereka melainkan supaya mereka mendekatkan kami kepada Allah sehampir-hampirnya. Sesungguhnya Allah akan menghukum antara mereka tentang apa yang mereka berselisihan padanya. Sesungguhnya Allah tidak memberi hidayah petunjuk kepada orang-orang yang tetap berdusta (mengatakan Yang bukan-bukan), lagi sentiasa kufur (dengan melakukan syirik). (Surah al-Zumar ayat 3).

Di Malaysia kita pun ada yang memakai gelaran agama menentang pengajaran tauhid rububiyyah, uluhiyyah, asma dan sifat. Mereka ini menyimpan agenda musuh-musuh dakwah. Padahal pengajaran tauhid yang sedemikianlah yang mampu menjadikan muslim memahami dengan mudah hakikat tauhid. Mampu membezakan antara; sekadar mempercayai kewujudan Allah dengan mentauhidkan Allah dalam zatNya, ibadah kepadaNya dan sifat-sifatNya.

Persoalan tauhid anti syirik ini begitu mudah dan ringkas untuk memahaminya. Nabi s.a.w telah menyebarkannya dengan begitu pantas dan mudah. Seorang badawi buta huruf yang datang berjumpa baginda mampu memahami hanya dalam beberapa sessi ringkas. Bahkan mampu pulang dan mengislamkan seluruh kaumnya dengan akidah yang teguh. Namun, di kalangan kita, pengajaran akidah yang dinamakan ilmu kalam begitu berfalsafah dan menyusahkan.
Bukan sahaja badwi, orang universiti pun susah nak faham. Sehingga seseorang bukan bertambah iman, tetapi bertambah serabut. Bertahun-tahun masih dalam kesamaran. Diajar Allah ada, lawannya tiada, dengar lawannya pekak, lihat lawannya buta..lalu ditokok tambah dengan falsafah-falsafah dan konsep-konsep yang menyusahkan. Padahal penganut agama lain juga menyatakan tuhan itu ada, melihat, tidak buta, mendengar, tidak pekak dan seterusnya. Apa bezanya jika sekadar memahami perkara tersebut cuma?

Maka anak-anak orang Islam kita gagal memahami hakikat tauhid anti-syirik yang sebenar. Padahal ianya begitu mudah semudah memahami kalimah-kalimah akidah dalam surah al-Ikhlas yang ringkas. Kata Dr Yusuf al-Qaradawi: “Tambahan pula, perbahasan ilmu kalam, sekalipun mendalam dan kepenatan akal untuk memahami dan menguasainya, ia bukannya akidah…Lebih daripada itu perbahasan ilmu kalam telah terpengaruh dengan pemikiran Yunan dan cara Yunan dalam menyelesaikan masalah akidah. Justeru itu imam-imam salaf mengutuk ilmu kalam dan ahlinya serta berkeras terhadap mereka” (Al-Qaradawi, Thaqafah al-Da’iyah, m.s. 92 Beirut: Muassasah al-Risalat). Dahulu kelemahan ini mungkin tidak dirasa, tetapi apabila kita hidup dalam dunia persaingan, kita mula menderitai kesannya.

Jika akidah jenerasi kita jelas, apakah mereka boleh keliru antara ajaran Islam dan Kristian? Adakah mereka tidak tahu beza antara ajaran yang menyebut tuhan bapa, tuhan anak dan ruhul qudus dengan akidah Islam yang anti-syirik, hanya disebabkan adanya sebutan Allah? Begitu jauh sekali perbezaan itu! Bagaimana mungkin sehingga mereka tidak dapat membezakan antara malam dan siang? Apakah juga nanti kita tidak membenarkan pihak lain menyebut nama nabi Ibrahim, Ishak, Ya’kub, Daud dan lain-lain kerana budak-budak kita akan keliru lagi. Akidah apakah yang mereka belajar selama ini di KAFA, JQAF dan berbagai lagi sehingga begitu corot. Kalau begitu, sama ada sukatan itu lemah, atau tenaga pengajarnya perlu dibetulkan.
Maka sebenarnya, isu ini adalah isu kelemahan kita umat Islam dalam memahami akidah yang sebenar. Jenerasi kita tidak mempunyai benteng akidah yang kukuh. Lalu kita semua bimbang mereka keliru dengan akidah orang lain. Untuk mengatasi masalah ini, kita cuba mengambil pendekatan undang-undang. Agar dengan halangan undang-undang, kelemahan akidah generasi kita dapat dipertahankan.

Persoalan yang patut kita fikirkan, sehingga bilakah kita akan mampu terus hidup hanya berbekalkan oksigen dari saluran undang-undang sehingga kita yang majoriti, dengan segala peruntukan yang ada; TV, radio, berbagai-bagai institusi dan agensi yang dilindungi, masih takut kepada gerakan minoriti? Di manakah kehebatan Islam yang selalu kita sebut dan ceritakan sejarah kegemilangannya? Atau sebenarnya, kita tidak memiliki Islam seperti hari ia diturunkan? Maka kempen Islam kita selalu tidak berkesan.

Bagi saya, bukan soal nama Allah itu yang terlalu perlu untuk direbut atau dijadikan agenda besar. Tetapi, gerakan membina semula akidah yang sejahtera dan memahamkan generasi kita wajah Islam yang sebenar agar mampu bersaing dan menghadapi cabaran zaman.

LESS TALK, MORE WORK!

2009-03-05T09:43:00.001+08:00

Ada sesetengah orang tu suka sibuk fikirkan hal orang lain. Tapi diri sendiri di abaikan. Sibuk nak selesaikan masalah orang lain, tapi masalah sendiri tak selesai-selesai atau sengaja taknak selesaikan. Mungkin tak penting agaknya.

Kita pula asyik menangis bila orang buat hati kita terluka, tapi bila fikir balik, pernah ke orang tu fikir pasal perasaan kita. Mungkin dia tak peduli pun. Lantak lah kau. Bila kau penat menangis, diamlah. Kesian kita.

Ada orang pula, sibuk mencari kesalahan orang lain walaupun sekecil kuman, nampak saja. Itu tak betul, ini tak betul, semua tak betul. Tapi kesalahan diri sendiri yang sebesar gajah pun tak nampak atau saja buat-buat tak nampak. Ialah, kalau nampak sendiri salah, jatuh lah ego. Aku tak pernah salah!

Kehidupan ni kadang-kadang takde erti bila kita kehilangan segala-galanya, walaupun masa depan kita masih boleh diubah, tapi kadang-kadang kita rasa hidup kita ni sudah sempurna sangat, lebih-lebih lagi bila kita dah dapat apa yang kita nak. Walaupun kita tak tau apa yang kita nak.

Tapikan bila kita dah dapat apa yang kita nak, kita tak tau nak menghargainya pula, sia-siakan saja. Lama-lama dibiarkan, ianya pun berlalu dan pergi meninggalkan kita. Sebab kehadiran tak dihargai. Pengorbanan tak nampak. Ketulusan hati dipersiakan.

Bila kita dah kehilangan, baru nak menyesal, nak balik masa lampau, nak ubah segalanya, nak jadi baik, nak buat tu, buat ni, janji tu, janji ni. Bila dah kehilangan, walau menangis air mata darah sekali pun, kadang-kadang ianya tak akan kembali atau tak perlu kembali.

Oleh itu, hargai lah apa yang kita ada. Tengoklah sekeliling kita. Ada tak secebis harapan dari mereka yang memerlukan. Tengoklah pada diri kita sendiri, adakah masalah yang belum kita selesaikan, adakah banyak kesalahan yang perlu diperbetulkan dulu.

My concern too...

2009-03-02T10:02:00.004+08:00

A letter of appeal to Malaysians Politicians from Anas Zubedy. Our politicians, please hear us, please get back to work!..

Dear Malaysian Politicians,

Please stop the power chase, call for a truce and focus on the economy.

I do not claim to speak on behalf of all Malaysians, but I have strong convictions that many share my sentiments.

Our concern today is not who rules the country or heads the state governments but the looming bad economy.

Whether Barisan Nasional or Pakatan Rakyat leads, it is meaningless if Malaysians have no job to go to, no money to pay rent and no means to put food on the table.

I am a business owner, like other business owners and managers of corporations I have a responsibility to ensure people under my care and payroll continue to have jobs and a decent income to take home. We work hard and willing to go the extra mile to make sure our nation not only survive this crisis but come out stronger and wiser. We need your help.

Let me explain. I am in the business of Training, Development and Consultancy and have 20 people in my team.

Saedah is 42. She keeps the office clean and helps organise the training rooms. She has four children and her husband is unemployed. She was first hired on a part time basis, because she is very hard working and has a great attitude, we offered her a full time job to help provide a stable income for her family. Even then, when her third child started school this year, it was a struggle for her to buy new school uniforms and other necessities. Saedah lives on a ‘kais bulan, makan bulan’ basis, so, if she is jobless, her tap runs dry.

Samsuri is 27 years old. He lives with his sister and her family in a low cost government flat in Sunway. He does our despatch, helps with various clerical works and occasionally acts as a driver. During the first week at zubedy, we learned that he not only did not have money to buy new clothes and shoes for work, he had no money for lunch. Like Saedah, if he has no job, his tap runs dry too.

Alicia in Client Servicing turns 26 this year. She lives with her dad who is 71 years old and retired. Her mom passed away when she was little. Alicia is a hard-working team member, has a gentle caring outlook and fun to be with. (We like to poke fun at her as she blushes easily). Last May her dad went through a major operation, thank God he has recovered well. Alicia needs a job, both for herself and her dad.

Sudesh, 38, is one of our facilitators. When his father passed away last year, he moved back and lives with his mother in Seremban. He shuttles between Kuala Lumpur and Seremban daily, leaving home sometimes as early as 4 in the morning and returning late at night. He is no stranger to hard work and sacrifice, he knows what he needs to do to survive and to care for his mother, but he too needs a job.

Like fellow Malaysians, every one of us in zubedy needs employment, those that live from hand to mouth like Saedah and Samsuri and others like Alicia and Sudesh with family to care for. We Malaysians need the Malaysian economy to be strong. We need you, our leaders, to work hard and to work together to make our economy viable.

So this is my plea.

Pakatan Rakyat, please stop your attempts to take over the federal government and persuade BN’s lawmakers to join you. Stop all legal proceedings, no more 916 and let go, just let go. The nation can wait till the next general elections if they want change. By doing so, Malaysians will see your party as caring, unselfish and gracious and give you their support in the next elections.

Barisan Nasional, please stop any attempts to take over PR states and win over PR’s lawmakers. You have proven your point with Perak. The nation can wait for the next general elections if they want your party. Focus all your talent, energy and hard work in steering the country out of an economic downturn. By doing so, Malaysians will see your party as caring, unselfish and smart and give you their support in the next elections.

BN and PR! Call for a truce. Get together and compromise. Someone has to give in. Or has hate consumed your heart till it blinds you? You can do it. You have enough intelligent people between you. I am sure you can find solutions. Take the nation to heart. That is why you are in politics in the first place.

Focus on the people.

Focus on the economy.

Anas Zubedy
Managing Director
Zubedy (M) Sdn Bhd

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2009-02-18T16:26:00.003+08:00

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PPSMI

2009-02-16T13:46:00.004+08:00

Ismail gesa pelaksanaan PPSMI dihentikan
(utusan Malaysia Online 16hb Februari 2009)

KUALA LUMPUR 15 Feb. - Pelaksanaan Pengajaran dan Pembelajaran Sains dan Matematik dalam Bahasa Inggeris (PPSMI) perlu dihentikan segera kerana ia akan hanya melenyapkan bahasa Melayu sebagai salah satu daripada bahasa ilmu dunia.

Ketua Satu Gabungan Persatuan Penulis Nasional (Gapena), Tan Sri Dr. Ismail Hussein berkata, selain itu, PPSMI juga melanggar kesucian Perlembagaan Persekutuan yang jelas menyatakan kedudukan bahasa Melayu sebagai bahasa pengantar bagi subjek-subjek utama di sekolah.

Beliau menegaskan, sebagai salah satu elemen dalam Gerakan Mansuhkan PPSMI (GMP), Gapena tidak langsung menghalang perkembangan bahasa Inggeris dalam negara ini tetapi menolak penggunaannya sebagai bahasa pengantar bagi kedua- dua subjek berkenaan.

''Gapena juga mendapati PPSMI mengurangkan penguasaan pelajar Melayu dalam bahasa ibunda selain melemahkan kemahiran pelajar kaum lain dalam bahasa tersebut," katanya pada sidang akhbar di sini semalam.

Hadir sama, Ketua Dua Gapena, Profesor Datuk Dr. Abdul Latiff Abu Bakar dan Setiausaha Satu Gapena, Profesor Madya Datuk Zainal Abidin Borhan dan Ketua Lepas Satu Lembaga Perkembangan Sastera Perak, Datuk Khairuddin Arshad.

Dalam pada itu, Abdul Latiff menjelaskan, PPSMI merupakan satu isu besar yang mampu menyokong atau menjatuhkan kerajaan memerintah.

Kata beliau, menerusi kajian Gapena, seramai 3,500 guru Melayu di Kuala Terengganu memilih untuk mengundi Pas pada pilihan raya kecil baru-baru ini akibat kecewa dengan pelaksanaan dasar pendidikan baru berkenaan.

''Ini menunjukkan kakitangan kerajaan sendiri tidak bersetuju dengan dasar PPSMI," jelasnya.
Zainal Abidin pula menambah, subjek Sains dan Matematik tidak sesuai diajar dalam bahasa Inggeris kerana jika seseorang pelajar itu lemah dalam bahasa berkenaan, dia akan menghadapi kesukaran yang lebih teruk dalam kedua-dua subjek tersebut.

''Bahasa Matematik dan bahasa Sains adalah bahasa formula, bahasa rumus sedangkan bahasa Inggeris penuh dengan ekspresi dan kiasan.

''Jadi PPSMI seolah-olah mahu mentransformasikan bahasa Inggeris kepada bahasa robot yang tidak lagi indah dan sukar," ujarnya.

Sementara itu Khairuddin memberitahu, pelaksanaan PPSMI menyukarkan para pelajar di luar bandar untuk bersaing dengan rakan-rakan mereka di bandar.

Katanya dalam peperiksaan Penilaian Menengah Rendah (PMR) sejak beberapa tahun lalu, pihaknya mendapati ramai pelajar Melayu di luar bandar memperolehi keputusan 5A 3B.

''Lima A itu adalah bagi subjek yang tiada kaitan dengan bahasa Inggeris sementara tiga B merupakan subjek Sains, Matematik dan Bahasa Inggeris.

''Jadi kerisauan kami ialah keputusan sebegitu menyebabkan para pelajar berkenaan tidak dapat memasuki aliran Sains dan membunuh cita-cita mereka untuk menjadi jurutera atau doktor," katanya.

Notes:
What is wrong using English for both subjects Science and Mathematics? English is the language of science and it has been used widely, internationally and it has been accepted by most of the kids here in Malaysia. Their grades are great! It is a platform for them to further their studies either here in Malaysia or abroad. That is the only way to make our graduates competitive. And furthermore, when they go out and work, they will have to deal with reality that the world is dominated by the English language. What the government needs to do is to make sure the teachers are not lack in English language skills. And Teachers,

Bahasa Malaysia akan tetap jadi bahasa utama Negara dan ianya tidak akan melenyapkan bahasa tersebut sama sekali hanya kerana penggunaan bahasa Inggeris sebagai bahasa pengantar kedua-dua subjek tersebut.

Buat semua Cikgu, cemerlangkanlah anak bangsa Malaysia ke seluruh dunia!

Hormat, akur teguran Sultan

2009-02-15T21:45:00.002+08:00

Oleh Wan Jailani Razak, Nurul Adlina Kamaludin, Shamsul Kamal Amarudin, Rohaniza Idris, Abu Bakar Al Sidek dan Azida Shaharuddin
bhnews@bharian.com.my

Undang-undang, institusi beraja perlu dipertahan

KUALA LUMPUR: Pemimpin, pakar sejarah dan badan bukan kerajaan (NGO) berharap kemurkaan dan teguran Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah kelmarin diberi perhatian serius dan tindakan keras diambil terhadap pihak yang melakukan penderhakaan terang-terangan terhadap Sultan Perak, Sultan Azlan Shah.

Mereka meminta semua pihak akur dan menghormati kedaulatan undang-undang serta institusi Raja Berperlembagaan yang menjadi antara asas pembentukan Malaysia.
Menteri Besar Perak, Datuk Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir, berkata rakyat Perak menjunjung kasih dan menyokong titah Sultan Selangor itu.

"Kerajaan negeri yang mewakili rakyat berasa terharu dan dengan rasa rendah diri menyanjung titah Sultan Selangor itu. Rakyat Perak akan terus berdiri teguh dan merakamkan rasa hormat dan sayang tidak terhingga kepada baginda Sultan Azlan Shah dan menerima keputusan dibuat baginda dalam urusan hal ehwal negeri ini," katanya pada sidang media di Hotel Seri Malaysia di Ipoh, semalam.

Menteri Besar Selangor, Tan Sri Abdul Khalid Ibrahim juga bersetuju dengan peringatan baginda kepada rakyatnya sebagai sebuah negara yang mengamalkan Perlembagaan beraja.
"Oleh itu, adalah menjadi tatatertib dari segi bagaimana cara untuk berinteraksi dengan pihak istana. Jadi, apa yang Tuanku nyatakan ialah pandangan baginda untuk menentukan bahawa negara ini mengamalkan sistem Perlembagaan beraja," katanya.

Akhbar semalam menyiarkan kenyataan Sultan Sharafuddin yang dukacita dan kecewa selain mengingatkan rakyat supaya tidak mudah terpedaya dengan pihak yang sanggup mengambil risiko dengan perbuatan bersifat keji seperti biadab, derhaka, angkuh, jahil ilmu serta kemaruk kuasa.

Kenyataan khas tiga halaman dikeluarkan menerusi Setiausaha Sulit baginda, Datuk Mohamad Munir Bani itu dibuat sebagai penegasan Sultan Sharafuddin terhadap pergolakan politik yang berlaku di Perak, mutakhir ini.

Pakar sejarah, Datuk Dr Ramlah Adam, berkata titah Sultan Selangor itu adalah hakikat yang tidak boleh dinafikan sesiapa pun, tidak kiralah masyarakat Melayu serta kaum lain.
"Demonstrasi jalanan bukan budaya kita. Apalagi ia membabitkan tentangan mengenai soal yang sudah termaktub dalam Perlembagaan. Mereka yang menyertai demonstrasi itu bukan saja biadab, tetapi terbukti tidak memahami tamadun serta tradisi asas pembentukan negara ini.

"Ini bukan zaman Hang Tuah atau Hang Jebat lagi. Emosi tidak boleh digabungkan dengan politik hingga menghasilkan penderhakaan terang-terangan seperti berlaku di Perak," katanya ketika dihubungi, semalam.

Presiden Barisan Bertindak Perpaduan Melayu (BBPM), Osman Abu Bakar mengalu-alukan titah Sultan Selangor yang disifatkannya sebahagian suara rasmi Raja Melayu yang bimbangkan tindak tanduk segelintir rakyat yang tersasar hingga sanggup menghina bangsa serta institusi diraja.

"Baginda berkongsi kebimbangan BBPM yang mewakili 270 NGO yang tidak mahukan pepatah 'menang sorak, kampung tergadai' menjadi satu realiti. Kita tidak mahu tindak tanduk mereka yang kemaruk kuasa dan jahil ilmu itu boleh mengundang padah lebih besar dengan mengancam perpaduan dan keharmonian kaum yang dinikmati selama ini," katanya.

Osman berkata, menyedari keadaan itu, BBPM akan mengadakan kunjungan ke atas Raja-Raja Melayu bagi menyampaikan memorandum ikrar taat setia serta mempertahankan hak dan kedaulatan institusi diraja.

Beliau juga mengulangi gesaan supaya kerajaan mengenakan tindakan tegas ke atas Pengerusi DAP, Karpal Singh, termasuk dilucutkan kerakyatannya kerana mempertikaikan Perlembagaan serta menghina Sultan.

Pengerusi Yayasan Pembangunan Belia India, S Vigneswaran berkata apa yang disuarakan Sultan Selangor itu adalah cetusan kebimbangan majoriti rakyat negara ini.

"Tindak tanduk pembangkang itu adalah taktik kotor terbaru mereka yang gila kuasa dan sanggup mempertaruhkan keharmonian yang dikecapi selama ini. Pakatan Rakyat juga sehingga kini masih belum memohon maaf di atas rusuhan ganas di Kuala Kangsar.

"Saya hairan bagaimana orang yang mengakui diri mereka sebagai rakyat Malaysia dan hafal Rukun Negara dan Negaraku boleh membuat kenyataan menghina institusi diraja," katanya.

Presiden Hindu Sangam Malaysia, Datuk A Vaithilingam berkata, rakyat perlu menghormati institusi diraja yang sudah pun termaktub dalam Perlembagaan.

"Apa yang disuarakan Sultan Selangor itu betul dan saya memahaminya. Rakyat perlu menjaga kehormatan undang-undang, termasuk soal Raja Berperlembagaan. Jika ada pihak yang berasakan mereka mahu membawa apa juga perkara ke tengah, itu hak peribadi mereka. Tetapi pada masa sama, mereka perlu sedar batasan yang ada termasuk isu membabitkan kepentingan institusi raja." katanya.

20 facts about me!

2009-02-15T21:02:00.002+08:00

Copy and paste and put your own answers in. The purpose of this is to get to know your friends better and it's so much fun!

Here are the rules - post this list on your profile (in Notes), just write anything about yourself that you would like to share. If I tagged YOU, it's because I want to know more about YOU! You can tag your other friends too. If you have finished, TAG me back.

Again, nothing serious. No force at all. Just want to have fun. If you have spare time, and wish to share, just share it.
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1. I was born at 12:05 midnight (I’m a night person), almost 36 years ago in Klang. Not in the hospital, but at home and the midwife is one of my granny relative. I’m the first in the family and the first granddaughter. I can say I was the sweetheart of my parents and grandparents. I even sleep with my grandma until she passed away due to cancer at my age of 5.

2. At home everybody call me Kaklong, my relatives, cousins, neighbors, and everybody. I used to identify myself as Ina with family members but schoolmate call me Saza. Every time there’s a call coming in and asking for Saza, we have to ask which Saza, coz all of my siblings name start with Saza. Even the house used to have name Saza Villa. (I don’t know where the signboard is). My nephews and nieces call me Ayong. After start working friends call me Lina. It’s mean tender/gentle, just like me. But my other half calls me so many names…some are very mean but some are very sexy.

3. My late great grandfather came from Jawa, Indonesia. He came with his brothers and starts their new living in Malacca then got married and moves to Klang. Now I know why I love to go to Indonesia, feels like home.

4. I’m animal lovers. I love all animals. I have a cat name Owen. As a responsible owner, I provide adequate food, shelter, medicine and living space for Owen with a complete loving environment.

5. As an elder in the family, the responsibility is quiet heavy. During teenager years, I had a very hard time. This part let it be my life memoir.

6. I met my first boyfriend when I was only 16. (Cinta monyet, I don’t remember much, he is happily married with kids now). I have many boyfriends after that, but only last couple of months. I met my present boyfriend when I was only 20.

7. I started work at the very early age, right after school. But than, I continue to does my part time study with my own money. It was very difficult to juggle with work and study but I know I can manage it because at that time I’m very sure I can change the world. I really want to change my lifestyle and want my mother to proud of me. With a small salary, I have to put half of it for school fees, and my traveling from Klang – Shah Alam – PJ – Klang. I don’t buy my lunch, coz my daily lunch was free coffee and biscuits from office. I don’t ask from my boyfriend coz he also newly works but I do ask him to send me back to Klang. And I manage to finish and completed the study and got myself a diploma. I got a new job after that and the same job till now. (Setia konon)

8. I bought myself a pair of jeans for the first time with my first salary. Than the shopping habits started, when I have to buy myself a new suits for work every month. First time I bought Bonia purse with my second or third month salary… (gila brand). And now I only buy from brands and designers line coz I worth it. (Beli mengikut kemampuan ya).

9. I used to do shopping alone, watch movie alone, and going around alone but now I still shopping alone (sometime, when the finance minister is not around), but never watch movie alone anymore coz my boyfriend and me was a movie freak, we used to watch movie after movie. But that was long time ago. Now the last movie I watch at the cinema was James Bond, Quantum of Solace.

10. I love traveling. It’s a passion. My first traveling experiences start when I was only 11. I travel to Johor Bharu with rombongan sekolah (school trip) and than at 12, I went to Penang. After that, the gloomy teenager-year started, so no traveling. My first overseas experience was to Medan, Indonesia when I was 22 and I can’t stop traveling until now. I have been to some part of Europe, Amsterdam, Insbruck, Liechtenstein, Brussel, Lucern, Luxerbourg, Paris and London. Visited most part of Indonesia, Medan, Padang, Jakarta, Bandung, Yogyakarta, Surabaya, Bali and Menado. In Thailand, I have been to Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, Koh Samui and Krabi. I also have been to Singapore, Hong Kong, Macau, Philippines, Hanoi, Siem Reap and Sydney. In 2005, I went to Mekah and Madinah to perform my Umrah and stop one night at Dubai. My loves for traveling and see new places (Gods created) has never stop. Now with AirAsia, everybody can fly… Currently in the list are Liverpool, Makassar, Bali (again after 6 times) and Chiang Mai.

11. I think I have phobia of driving alone to a new places. My palm will sweat and my stomach will start giving problem.

12. I’m a migrainer. I started to have migraine when I was in the secondary school. My father once took me to see eyes specialist and the doctor suggested me to wear glasses. So we went to see optometrist and get my glasses done, but I don’t have say on choosing the style of the glasses. Its look awful on me, so I don’t wear it at school. And my migraine still continues. I blackout very often, so my father always remind me not to go anywhere alone, but I never bother to listen. I did blackout a few times when I was walking around town, I have to ask one uncle, “Can I sit here uncle?” Still migraine until now but I know how to control and took a lot of pain killer since than. Normally my cure is symflex and cafergot.

13. Currently I drove my second car, Kembara. I bought my first car, Kancil at age of 23 and use it for 5 years. I had few minor accidents until now. I’m a car hunting now, but yet decided any brand, but probably a beamer. My dream car is SLK. I carried this initial everywhere; you can see it under my ring and at my LV handbag… (got other meaning too.)

14. I bought my first property at the age of 32 and currently staying there and love it but still want to buy a landed property soon, InsyaAllah.

15. I’m on diet. I’m crazy about dieting. I did fruits diet, proteins diet, bananas diet and etc.. I have joined couple of slimming centers. I’ve spent almost 10k for all the sessions, but my boyfriend only knows the 2k. Never mind it’s all over, the past, its history and experience for me. My problem is I love food. I don’t choosy on food and don’t like to waste food, so I’ll eat everything on my plate. I’m on normal diet now; eat healthy small quantity food and did regular exercise.

16. The most heartache question that I frequently received from family and friends is “When are you getting married” (Bila nak kahwin). I wish I can answer all that. InsyaAllah when the time is come and it is perfectly right at that time and it will happen.

17. I’m a perfectionist. I know people will said, nobody’s perfect, but at least you do things perfectly and properly.

18. I’m phobia in the water. I learn swimming half way. I’m still trying to overcome my phobia and put myself inside the swimming pool but I hate people pushing me.

19. I’m a shopaholics’, I love branded clothing, handbag and accessories

20. And last but not least, I love shoes…

My weekend

2009-02-15T19:52:00.000+08:00

My cat Owen had his 2nd vaccination today and Vet gave him some worm pill. Right after that he drooling a lots of saliva but Vet said, that is normal because of the pill‘s taste. It stops after we came back but then about few hours after that, he drooling lots more of his saliva again. He ran around every time the saliva drop. I pity him. I wipe the saliva every time its drooled from his mouth. He doesn’t want to eat, he doesn’t want to drink, he doesn’t want to sleep and stay awake because he felt uncomfortable with the saliva. The body a bit warm, I think he got mild fever now. But until night, he’s a bit okay but still doesn’t want to sleep, just sit quietly and closing his eyes. Mommy not going anywhere today...

my birthday date...

2009-02-15T15:15:00.001+08:00

Based on my birthday date (Gemini)...

You are sensitive and vulnerable. Tears often run down your cheeks even when the matter is not that bad. This might be the result from being to pessimistic. You might seem cold on the shell, but your inner self is a loving person. Your Love, You will be elegantly dressed, no matter how casually dressed your date may be. You are demanding in love and sometimes to an unacceptable extend.

hahaha...

Hug me!

2009-02-13T14:28:00.000+08:00

Send this eCard !

Love

2009-02-05T19:21:00.001+08:00

The love of one person touched so many.
The love of one person has left so many of us with wonderful memories.
I'm so glad I was loved by that one person!!

How to Respect Your Partner

2009-02-02T11:01:00.001+08:00

from wikiHow - The How to Manual That You Can Edit

Respect is commonly the result of admiration and approbation, together with deference: to feel accepted by the someone/anyone.
It can also mean to show regard or consideration for someone.

Steps

Know that if you would like to be respected then it is better for you to learn how to or rather respect the one you happen to love.
Respect does not come over night,it has to do with how you feel about your partner.
Learn respect from every aspect of life and with this it will not prove difficult to show your partner respect.
Remember, that if you may feel offended by your partner, the best thing would be to let them know that you were disappointed by what they did but avoid being angry and confrontational.
Correcting your loved one would be such as, "Honey, you know I was hurt when you....", don't be too upfront, it may make you look like you think you are the better one.
It is expected to get into raws with your partner once in a while, there is no such thing as perfect so don't expect that.
The best and quickest way of saving a relationship from tumbling down is by being a good listener first off.
If you don't listen, you will need to be heard and since you hardly practice that, then your partner won't. It has to begin with you.
If your partner needs to have sex and you happen to be still mad at him/her, don't say things that you might regret later, just let him/her know that you need sometime.
If your partner wanted you to do something for them and instead of asking he/she orders like; 'go fix me a cup of coffee', don't stand there astonished with the amount of disrespect they might have on you, do it first then correct him/her
Dont cheat

Tips

Stick to your story. If you said something before, no matter how you put it, it's better to stick to it. You could rephrase your comments later when things have cooled down. Example: When I said ........I didn't mean......
Let not the mood you are in at the moment destroy your relationship.
We learn out of experience and unless you know what you are in for, don't push it if it looks like it can't work.
Never ever underestimate your partner even if at times you think their reasoning is shallow.
Love is all about perseverance and so you need to learn how to be patient.
Take it off your mind that you own your partner. The fact that the two of you are dating or are married,doesn't put you in charge of their lives.

Warnings

Respect is paramount, it is not about learning anything, it is all about how you would wish to be treated. If you like to be treated with respect then it is only obvious that you do the same to the your partner or any one else at large.

Things You'll Need

Love and affection - it is only love that can lead you to practice respect.
Listening skills - if you are a good listener, you can solve things easily since there is understanding between the two of you.
Responsibility - if you take care or your partner both physically and emotionally, they might as well respect you for that.

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Arfan's Birthday, Nasi Ambang & Nasi Kandar Sentral

2009-02-01T21:12:00.009+08:00

It was a busy weekend... My nephew Arfan is 5th year-old yesterday (30th January), same with my best friend Nora. Happy Birthday to both of you. Love!!! We had a small family gathering at Mom's place to celebrate the boy's birthday. He is so excited, running around, calling everybody in the neighbourhood to come to the house for his birthday, eventhough it's just a small family get-together. My sister (the mother) cook for all the meals, I blow up the balloons which supposed to be done by my last sister Nini.

We organised some small games for the kids, eating apples... Gave them prizes as well. Also some lucky draw for the adults.

And me with my cousin Atiqah and niece Linda at the birthday party. I have 13-year old niece, my goodness, and the number of my nieces & nephews are growing every year...

This is what I & K bought for my nephew Arfan, A Ferrari F2007 remote control car. Actually I like the car; it's from the original model. Hopefully he knows how to take a good care of that car.

Today, my aunty calls all the family to her house for another small gathering and this luncheon is for Nasi Ambang. It is Javanese cuisine served on a tray. It's not a normal tray, but a steel round big tray and usually it contains rice, Tempe, Meehoon, fried mee, fried tauhu & veggie, coconut floss, spicy anchovies, soohuun, and many more. About 4-5 people sharing from the same tray. I forgot to take picture of it, just use your imagination.

Right after lunch, I straight away make my move to Gardens Mid Valley for some small shopping, not for me but for my other half, who never want to admit that he loves shopping too. So after that we headed to our Nasi Kandar Sentral, near KL Sentral, for a light meal. So everybody, if you want to try Nasi Kandar or some other Indians cuisine, please drop by at our new Nasi Kandar Sentral, just next to KL Sentral Monorel.

I felt lonely

2009-01-26T21:42:00.003+08:00

Have you ever felt lonely and sad? Some people said being alone, not necessarily meant that you are lonely. Some people can be alone for a long time, but enjoying the things that he or she does, without feeling lonely. Right, sometimes, I do have that feelings, but today I really felt so lonely and very sad. I felt that I'm so alone with my dreams, trying to make things happen... I’m trying very hard... May God help me to go through all the difficulties that I faced every day. May God show me the right path that I should take. May God give me more strength to wake up every dawn and move on...

Lonely...
Remember the time,
when you were here inside my dreams,
I wish you'd be mine,
your understanding what I need,
discover and see, that you’re the only one for me,
together we'll be free,
that's how its meant to be ...

Reason...
There's something in your eyes I know I can't resist.
Something in the air, I don’t know why.
You were hardly there when I was on my own.
There's something about you that makes me cry.

Can I believe that your heart still beats for me?
Let me receive a sign that you’re my destiny.
I want to know.
Give me a reason for me to believe in,
can't you see in my eyes,
that I need a reason,
for I am still breathing.
Is this the time to say goodbye?
Cause deep in my heart I know there's a reason why I am not leaving,
why I’m not alone.
So give me a reason for me to believe in, give me a reason.”

Ha Noi

2009-01-24T12:39:00.014+08:00

I was on a short holiday to Ha Noi from 16th - 19th January 2009. Some escape from work, I guess. I missed the incident where my boss got scolded by the Director of one big hospital in KL. wow... but I felt a bit guilty, so after the holiday, I prepared all information needed for him to counter attack... haha let’s seranggggg!!!!

I've planned for this trip since last May. Well you know you have to book in advance for a cheap air tickets. Departure time was so early, makes me woke up at 3:00am and leave home by 3:45am... I drove to airport coz don’t want to bother my father or sister... but my father was a bit upset, he said, he can send me to airport at any time, just tell him... oohhh ok Abah, next time.

The flight was full of Vietnamese going back home for New Year. And they still using hand phone even though flight steward & stewardess already informing them so many times to switch it off. (Degil nak mampus). That was 3 hours flight. Reached Hanoi and driver (from the hotel) already waiting outside. Journey from Noi Bai International Airport to Ha Noi Old Quarters is about 30 minutes.

I’m staying at Democracy Hotel (http://www.democracyhotel.com/) located at the heart of Ha Noi's Old Quarter, it is a few steps walk to the famous Hoan Kiem lake, a beautiful architect and fascinating slice of centuries-old life in the Old Quarter of Ha Noi. Room rates only USD24 per night and inclusive of breakfast, but I suggest either you bring your cereal or had it outside.

Hoan Kiem Lake meaning "Lake of the Returned Sword" or "Lake of the Restored Sword", also known as Hồ Gươm - Sword Lake is a lake in the historical center of Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. The lake is one of the major scenic spots in the city and serves as a focal point for its public life.

The Tortoise Tower (Thap Rua) standing on a small island near the center of lake is linked to the legend of emperor Le Loi whom handed a magic sword called Heaven's Will which brought him victory in his revolt against the Chinese Ming Dynasty back to the Golden Turtle God (Kim Qui) in the lake and hence gave it its present name (the lake was formerly known as "Luc Thuy" meaning "Green Water").

Another monument nearby, but I don't know what is it, coz I'm scared to climb up there.

Near the northern shore of the lake lies Jade Island on which the Ngoc Son Temple (Jade Mountain Temple) stands. The temple was erected in the 18th century. It honors the 13-century military leader Tran Hung Dao who distinguished himself in the fight against the Yuan Dynasty, Van Xuong, a scholar, and Nguyen Van Sieu, a Confucion master and famous writer in charge of repairs made to the temple in 1864.

Jade Island is connected to the shore by the wooden red-painted Huc Bridge (The Huc, meaning Morning Sunlight Bridge).

There, you can see one beautiful lady posed with the wooden red-painted Huc Bridge as the background.

Lý Thái Tổ ruled Vietnam as emperor for 19 years from 1009 to 1028 under the Ly Dynasty of which he was the founder.

Multiple restaurant in one building, the top one called The City View.

This is Ha long jetty, where all the boats parked and waiting for passengers. The tickets can be bought here or with the hotel. I bought it with the hotel and cost me USD 45 for one night at Ha long.

This is the Captain of Yen Ngoc boat and his assistant. Hopefully Captain would not get himself drunk and let the assistant handle the boat. We might entering China.

What a breathtaking, magnificent view of Ha long Bay.

It's mesmerizing!!!

We stop at one of the caves in Ha long called Dong Thien Cung.

Beautiful isn't it!

Sunset at Ha long...

Early morning at Ha Long bay...

My last night at Ha Noi, watching the trafic (the busiest & noisiest road I ever seen) from the balcony. You must have guts to cross the road, just walk, if you waited, you might get hit by the motorbikes.

I depart to Noi Bai Airport at about 4:45pm but because of the heavy traffic, I got caught in the jammed for more than an hour. I was so damn pissed with the taxi driver, he is a bit crazy, I tell him that I'm late, and are there any other roads to go out of the jammed, to go to the airport. He is just mumbling, takes me around and around (he don’t know the road) and fortunately he saw an airport taxi and decided to follow that taxi into another remote road to airport. My flight was 7:15pm and I reached airport at 6:15pm. And some more, the driver asks me money. I just take my luggage and make my way into the airport. I already paid USD15 with the hotel. After checked in, they announced flight will be delayed until 7:30pm.

Me the Oxen...

2009-01-15T16:06:00.005+08:00

Those born under the influence of the Ox are fortunate to be stable and persevering. The typical Ox is a tolerant person with strong character. Not many people could equal the resolution and fearlessness the Ox exhibits when deciding to accomplish a task or an objective. As we used this great creature long ago to plow the soil day after day, so do Ox people labor through their daily responsibilities either at work or at home without complaint or gripe. Oxen know they will succeed through hard work and sustained effort and find no truth or benefit in concocting get-rich-quick schemes.

THE SIGN OF THE OX

Pragmatic and down-to-earth, Ox people are motivated to work hard and have no respect for lazy or careless people. Although they can be easily trusted and find it easy to put trust in others, they are not dependent on friends and family and would rather find an answer or a solution themselves than to ask these people for help or guidance. However, others can, without a doubt rely on Oxen, who are always honest and meticulous about their responsibilities. While they do not feel the need for many distant or acquaintance-oriented friendships, they value the strong bonds they share with their partners and families, and make close friends that last a lifetime.

Though they are quite open-minded, once Ox people have made a decision about something, they rarely change it. This is a defining characteristic that can be seen as obstinacy, but it is actually the way an Ox learns to be strong, brave and straightforward. It is the way the Ox learned to take on tasks and responsibilities and how he learns to be reliable for others. Oxen are more comfortable with the well-known as opposed to the unfamiliar. Yet, beneath their unpretentious, tranquil exterior lies a heart of gold and a motivation to prosper.

OXEN FACTS:

People born in the Year of the Ox share certain characteristics. The Ox sign is an abbreviated way of characterizing that individual’s personality. Following are features associated with the sign of the Ox.

Second in order, Chinese name—NIU, sign of industry
Hour—1am-2:59am Month—January
Western Counterpart—Capricorn

CHARACTERISTICS
Obstinate, Pouty, Truthful, Motivated, Friendly, Apathetic, Genuine, Quick-tempered

IN YOUR ELEMENT

The characteristics of the Ox sign are tempered by one of the five Chinese elements of Metal, Water, Wood, Fire and Earth overlaying a 5-year cycle of characteristics on the original 12-year cycle.

THE WATER OX 1913 AND 1973

The Water element gives the Ox a flexibility and liberty. Water Oxen are as hard-working as anyone, and particularly systematic, and are probably the quickest-thinking of the other elemental Oxen. They are much more prepared than the other Oxen to recognize the pints of view of others and to think about their ideas and suggestions, making them easy to work with in a business environment. They generally consider the feelings of others which makes them good roommates or partners. In addition, their sincerity and patience ensures their popularity with friends, peers and family.

HEALTH AND HOME

HEALTH

People born under the sign of the Ox usually have strong codes and work ethics. This can lead to a tendency to be a workaholic, and they should make an effort to relax more. Many Oxen work in relatively stationary occupations, and would benefit from squeezing a little exercise into their routines. They are prone to bone and joint problems - especially the knees - and must pay special attention to these areas. However, Ox people are usually strong and robust, and, according to ancient wisdom, should be blessed with long lives.

AT HOME WITH THE OX

The Ox’s home is his castle, a place where he finds relaxation and peace from the everyday hustle and bustle of his career or responsibilities. This is where he spends time with his friends and loved ones. The Ox person doesn’t put a lot of effort into making his house stylish, for he would much rather be comfortable while reading the newspaper or watching television. He doesn’t spend much time indoors anyway—he wants to be outside, smelling the air, planting gardens and trees, which will usually be evidenced by the botanical literature you will find on his bookshelf or on his coffee table. Ox people prefer to live in the country. The Ox generally prefers to decorate his home with nature’s colors, i.e. golds, greens and oranges. However, since the Ox is associated with January, winter colors might be more appealing.

CAREER AND FINANCE

THE OX ON THE JOB

Able, ethical and aware, colleagues of the Ox will marvel at their methodical approach and will depend on their eyes for detail. Oxen are not phased by routines, probably because they are so well-organized. They are better-suited for specialized positions and prefer to work in large companies. They do, however, work best when they work alone since they can be unhappy when participating in a large group.

MONEY AND THE OX

Oxen believe in security, and thus don’t usually take wild risks or financial gambles. They are meticulous about spending money and work hard to ensure they will be able to retire comfortably.

OX CAREERS

Those born in the Year of the Ox share the same kinds of goals and objectives in life. The occupations best suited for the Ox are listed below:

OX MAKE EXCELLENT:

Painters
Interior designers
Carpenters
Mechanics
Horticulturists
Engineers
Draftsmen
Architects
Army Officers
Managers
Quarry Workers
Academics
Archeologists
Osteopaths
Physioherapists
Bankers
Investment brokers
Real estate agents

CONGENIAL BUSINESS PARTNERS

Whether Oxen are compatible with their business partners depends on whether their signs are harmonious or antagonistic to those of their business partners. Considering the congruity of their own characters and the characters of their business partners can also be very useful.

Rats Ruled By Benefit From Are Antagonistic to

Metal Earth Roosters Fire Tigers

Water Metal Rats Earth Horses

Wood Water Pigs Metal Sheep

Fire Wood Oxen Water Dogs

Earth Fire Snakes Wood Monkeys

Leisurely activities and pleasures

LIKES AND DISLIKES

The Ox is a lover of stability, a great traditionalist and a homemaker. Rarely would you expect an Ox person to be an extrovert pleasure-seeker. They are happiest in the peace of their own home territory.

Oxen Like:

Color Preference: Violet
Gems and Stones: Jade, Emerald, Moss-Agate, Lapis-Lazuli
Suitable Gifts: Kitchen accessories, gardening and planting books, cookbooks, bonsai trees
Hobbies and Pastimes: Body-Building, Baking, Gardening, Listening to music, Sewing
Oxen Dislike: Making small talk, foolish games, feeling insecure

THE OX VACATION

Actually, Oxen are homebodies, preferring the lure of the sofa or the garden to extravagant vacations far away from home. They are very happy just staying at home, spending their summer vacations catching up with the hobbies and pastimes that their workloads have prevented them from taking on previously. Whether they are planting flower beds, or enjoying a sunset on their newly-built front porch, it is all quite satisfying to them. If they do decide to take a trip, you can bet they’ll head for the hills to do some hiking or rock climbing.

FRIENDS AND ENEMIES

Oxen are not the most sociable people and tend not to mix easily in social gatherings. Instead, they would rather be at home, enjoying their privacy and anonymity. Unlike the Rat, the Monkey, or the Rooster, the Oxen tend not to have a little black book, preferring a few very loyal friends to a large network of acquaintances. Oxen do know how to shine at social occasions, but more often than not they dislike small talk. These are wary people, unlikely to ignite friendships on the spur of the moment. They like to take their time and get to know people before disclosing themselves fully. A happy, solid relationship with their partner and children is the most satisfying goal they could accomplish.

OX PARENTS AND CHILDREN

Oxen make very protective parents. People born under this sign will unselfishly work their fingers to the bone to provide a thriving, happy and secure home where their children feel safe. In return, however, the Ox mother and father demand that their youngsters be courteous, respectful and polite. In comparison to other parents, Oxen can seem a bit authoritarian but they are conventional and believe in instilling within their children a belief system. A good education is especially important and by utilizing their educational opportunities, Oxen children can make their lives and relationships with their parents a lot easier. Ox parents expect their children to listen, behave and be attentive while they are at school. Showing rebellion is the fastest way to be punished in the Oxen household.

Oxen, especially female Oxen, tend to start their families early on and completely immerse themselves in caring for and parenting their children. This can lead to dependent children and can pose a problem for parents who are trying to teach their children to become self-reliant.

THE OX INFANT AND CHILD

Children born under the sign of the Ox are quiet and amenable. They develop into solid, independent,

resourceful children, and are happiest when left to entertain themselves. If interrupted, provoked or forced

to do something against their will, they are likely to pout or show themselves, despite their audience.

Generally, Ox-born children are shy, and for many, childhood is quite lonely partly due to them liking to be

alone and partly because their siblings are usually much older or younger than they.

At school, subjects with a constructive appeal will be of the most interest to them. They like art and music as well. They are creative children who enjoy sports too. They are respectful, polite, hard-working, children…something their parents take very seriously.

OXEN PARENT/CHILD KINSHIPS

Some parents click immediately with their children and some find they will never have a close relationship no matter how hard they try to make it happen. Following are the compatibility ratings between Oxen parents and their children.

Oxen with Under the same roof Compatibility Rating
Rat noble parent, respectable child ****
Ox pretty much equal ***
Tiger not much understanding *
Rabbit happy at home ***
Dragon some problems to sort out **
Snake on similar planes ***
Horse little compromise *
Sheep too sensitive *
Monkey a lot of fun together ****
Rooster solid relationship ****
Dog not much interaction *
Pig essentially harmonious ***

COMPATIBILITY RATINGS:
*uphill struggle **some complications ***easy bonding ****on the same wavelength

Lovers and spouses

THE OX LOVER

Oxen dislike chit-chat. They don't have fun at parties and as aforementioned, don’t have a ton of friends. They are not very sociable and would rather be spending their time at home with their families. When the Ox is in love, he does not confirm his feelings verbally, preferring to show you how he feels rather than tell you. An Ox will take a long time to decide if you are the right match for him because Oxen hate change, and want to find someone who is ready to embark upon a stable marriage. Oxen never rush into anything and are not flirtatious people. Once they have committed to you they will usually be faithful and expect reciprocation of their honorable actions.

MARRIAGE

Unfortunately, many Ox marriages do fall apart after a couple of years, possibly because the Ox is too dominant or inflexible. Perhaps it's because, Oxen tend to place blame on everyone but themselves. But if an Ox fortunate, and has chosen wisely, the couple can build and maintain a close-knit family to which the Ox will completely devote himself.

THE OX LOVE PARTNER

Oxen are strong, silent, reliable people who sometimes take for granted that their relationship is a partnership and that they make not always be the dominant figure. Other Animals may find them quite stubborn and overbearing. Chinese horoscopes are very specific about which partnerships have the potential to be successful in love and in business. Yet, though destiny can point us in the right direction, we must still make all efforts to maintain loving relationships. Following is a brief description of how an Ox will affect a relationship with other Animal signs.

PARTNERS IN LOVE

Ox*Rat
Really good sex, but you’ll better serve each other as an affair. Marriage isn’t a good idea.

Ox*Ox
A solid partnership, but a wee bit boring.

Ox*Tiger
You are completely drawn to each other but headed for a dead end.

Ox*Rabbit
As lovers you’ll have a solid, content marriage.

Ox*Dragon
Give-and-take is not your forte and you are both more stubborn than the other.

Ox*Snake
You are headed for happiness!

Ox*Horse
Better in business than in bed.

Ox*Sheep
You may be phyiscally attracted to each other, but there’s not much substance here.

Ox*Monkey
If you can make it work, you’re destined for happiness and a lot of fun!

Ox*Rooster
Sexually stimulating, passionate and spontaneous…this should be a good fit.

Ox*Dog
You probably aren’t truly comfortable with each other…there’s a reason for that. Not much in common.

Ox*Pig
Passion and similar opinions destine you for a successful marriage.

Love Partners at a Glance
Oxen with Tips on Togetherness Compatibility

Rat similar appreciation ***
Ox strong, but apathetic **
Tiger completely different attitudes *
Rabbit delicate and loving ***
Dragon love at first sight, then stalemate *
Snake Majestic ****
Horse too argumentative *
Sheep No way *
Monkey okay, but no spark **
Rooster Wonderful ****
Dog Doubtful, but there’s hope **
Pig worth trying **

COMPATIBILITY RATINGS:
*dispute **keep working at it ***intense sexual attraction ****angelic

EAST MEETS WEST

GEMINI OX

These Oxen have strength of purpose. They are outgoing and like to be around other people. They are funny and sociable, use these traits to excel in business.

p/s: this is just for fun, you don't need to believe it!

2009

2008-12-31T21:39:00.004+08:00

I wish this year could be the best year ever for me, and all of you too...

I wish the decision is mine! I wish I could turn the tables!
I wish I could stop the time!

Shopping Spree in Bandung 11-14 Dec 08

2008-12-17T16:02:00.013+08:00

Every time I go somewhere, Mom always said, she never been to Bandung, let's go to Bandung, people said Bandung is good for shopping, this and that… It's annoying me! Some more she only wants to go during school holiday. I don't want to disappoint her. She has been disappointed a lot, especially by me. I want to make her happy, no matter what it takes, I will try to makes her happy.

I made the booking in May 2008 but still couldn’t get the cheapest AA rate. But all of them are happy with the booking. I browsing internet to get cheapest hotel and also transport for the tour. Manage to get Hotel Cemerlang, which is very near to Pasar Baru and transport from Amirseun which only cost me less IDR500k/day inclusive of petrol and driver.

The 1st day...

My flight to Bandung is in the morning, 0950hrs. So I have to depart from house before 0700hrs. When I reached mom's place, everybody are ready to go... My dad drove four of us to LCCT. Reached airport by 0800hrs and we have plenty of time for check in and lepaking… During check in, the ground staff didn’t even mention about the seating number. Everybody is rushing into the plane and got their wanted seat but only than the stewardess informing about the seat number. It's havoc, peoples at the back have to go to front, and people in the front have to go to the back... And flight is full.

When we reached Bandung, the ground officer said the immigration form just finished, so we have to wait few more minutes. My headache started. I fill up all the four forms and get into line. Collect our luggage and lucky the hotel staff already waited for us out side airport.

Hotel Cemerlang was nice, clean and friendly 2 star hotel. The only out is I forgot to bring my coffee and the pain killer and they don't give complimentary coffee facility. I couldnt find any K mart nearby or I just cant go around to check coz all the (old) ladies dont want to walk. It is okay. I show them Pasar Baru and we took Angkutan. They love it. We had lunch at Warung Makan Ampera opposite of Pasar Baru. After a short shopping program, they wanted to pack food from Ampera before going back to hotel.

Day 2..

At 0900 hrs, we depart to Tangkuban Perahu, Ciater (Sari Ater Hotspring), Kampung Daun Village, Rumah Mode & Jalan Riau. My mom not feeling well today, so we have to shorten the trip. Dinner - room service

Tangkuban PerahuSari Ater HotspringKampung Daun

Day 3..

After breakfast, all ladies are ready for shopping.. Shopping bag, money... all ready! One whole day I'm in Pasar Baru and we had late lunch at Ampera (again). I just couldnt eat anything. Too tired.

Day 4..

It is time to go home and carry all our (extra) luggages.

Eid Mubarak!

2008-12-05T16:08:00.000+08:00

Manado, Minahasa, North Sulawesi

2008-11-25T09:24:00.013+08:00

I went to Manado last week 18th-21st November 2008, to celebrate the 15th great years with someone only known as B. I stayed at Hotel Sedona. Fronted by a beach lagoon and resting on a sprawling 24-hectare site, Hotel Sedona Manado sparkles as the city biggest and most distinctive resort hotel.

The tropical paradise of Hotel Sedona Manado is located 45 minutes from the international airport, 30 minutes from the city and 30 minutes boat ride from breathtaking diving sites off the Bunaken and Siladen Islands. (Promotion to Sedona Hotel, the Boss gave me free airport pickup and transfer).

Beautiful photo.. who's the photographer? hehe

The hotel was nice and breezing and very relaxing. They provide 3 times city shuttle but have to let them know in advance coz the transport might be not available. They also provide tours such as Volcano Trekking, Tomohon Tour, Jungle Tour and also Beach Adventure Tour. For those who love diving, this is your heaven, Bunaken Island.

Cleo at Restaurant Wisata Buhari

On my first day, I took a shuttle to town, to visit their shopping mall (Mega Mall). As usual, if you are in Indonesia, never miss their massage. I went to Tikala Shiatsu Massage centre in Mega Mall. I tried their 120 minutes Body Treatment (Massage & Body Scrub). It was nice and good, the masseuse is from Surabaya. After the massage, we took Angkutan Kota (Rp2300) to Restaurant Wisata Buhari. It was a recommended by the driver, but the foods are very disappointment. I felt like eating rubber fish. We headed back to MegaMall with Angkutan Kota and wait for the shuttle pickup to hotel. I played pool and as usual I lost again and again. I lost my skill, how could that happen?

Steam fish at RiaRio Restaurant

2nd day is a lazing day. I woke up very late, and had breakfast (not much of choices) and walk around hotel and beach. We did some computer work in the lobby (complimentary WIFI) and later in the evening, swimming in the pool and at the lagoon. At night, we took Angkutan Kota to one of the cozy wooden stall about 3km from the hotel for Ikan Bakar. I have to be very careful with the meals coz they have extra ordinary meals such as RW (dog), Paniki (bat) and Kawok (forest rat). After one Ikan Bakar finish, we move to another restaurant (RiaRio) for another fish meal, steam fish, no rice only fish and vege.

Linow Lake

3rd day, we hired a driver (one of the hotel staff quietly offer us a transport plus driver cheaper then hotel rate). The tour is Tomohon Tour. Tomohon is City of Flowers, located in the Highland. Our first destination is Linow Lake (Danau Linow), small, highly sulphurous lake whose colors change depending upon the light and viewing perspective. Large white birds and beautiful small songbirds can sometimes be seen in the area. Along the way, we can see Manado beautiful scenery, the flower market and vegetables fields. After that we went to Woloan Village to see the Minahasan House. See traditional wooden houses being built, this is where they build the house and people choose and buy and then they will arrange to move the house to the location you want it. We went to another Lake called Tondano Lake, in Tondano Town. Large, scenic lake beautifully situated between paddy fields and the Lembean Mountains. But I only saw a couple in that big area, all the restaurant closed; it’s like a haunted place. I believe they need to do something to make Manado a city of tourism (Bandar Wisata). My driver do not know well and how to organize the tour. He only depends on places I mention. We said, this is your town and you are Minahasan people, you should know well the places, where to bring your clients. We stop over at one of the stalls selling corn, for “Jagung Bakar”. We ask the driver to take his lunch. After lunch, driver took us to one of the Buddhism Temple in that area, the view of the Volcano is beautiful. After that he drove us to one hell of a place, in the (almost) jungle, I was so scared, he said the place is called Terjun Kali (it’s a waterfall area). When we stop, I can only hear the sound of the river but I cannot see. The path going towards that area is so slippery and it seems like nobody going down. Decided not to go and before anything happens. We headed back to town and stop at Jesus Christ Statue; they claimed the tallest in Asia and second after Christ Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro Brazil. That’s end the Tomohon Tour. For hotel tour, you have to pay Rp620,000 per person but with this driver we only paid Rp500,000. You got what you paid, so stop complaining.

Minahasan House

at Paddy Fields for Jagung Bakar

at Tondano Lake

Hotspring swimming pool

Mt Mahawu at the back

Buddist Temple at Tomohon

Big Ben Tower

After reaching hotel, refreshing a bit and had dinner in the room (bought something on the way back to hotel) and doing work again in the lobby until midnight. Work! Work! Work!

4th and final day. It’s time to go home. I miss Owen. Hotel’s driver drove us to Airport for our flight home.

I’m keeping my fingers crossed

2008-11-19T18:47:00.001+08:00

I’m keeping my fingers crossed that I will get the good news and hope that something good will happen. (I’m supposed that is the promises given). But then it is all about good or bad, yes or no. How someone you love could ever tell you that? It’s so cruel.

Free tickets!

2008-11-12T15:56:00.002+08:00

The contest between MAS and AirAsia is actually very good for travelers like me; we will get all the benefits. The promotion can be very tempting and sometimes cannot be resisted, especially when it’s free. Now, I’m busy grabbing the free air-tickets from AirAsia. As at now, I already have 5 purchased air-tickets until 2009.

.... SO IT’S TIME FOR ANOTHER HOLIDAY!!!

Actually, I tend to get depress easily. My body will become very warm, my migraine starting and will get angry very fast. So whenever I realized the changes, I will try to calm myself and do less talking. It’s a good reason for a holiday!

.... Next will be my traveling story!

feeling down

2008-11-11T10:36:00.001+08:00

I’m feeling a bit down for some reason. A bit depressed. Just minor not that big depression but it makes me kind of lazy, tired and don’t want to work. I just want to go out and do things other then what I normally did.

Raya

2008-10-08T22:25:00.007+08:00

Selamat Hari Raya Aidil Fitril, Minal Aidil Wal Faizin

Long Holiday. Earlier my plan was to take off from Saturday (27th Sept) to the next Sunday (5th Oct), but unfortunately my boss ask me to come back to office on Monday. I did some last minutes shopping with mom on Saturday, bought one quite expensive baju kurung almost RM400 (the only raya me with only 1 baju raya) and bought two pairs of shoes at SACC Mall.

Me with my two sisters and the only baju raya.. uhuk...

And Owen had his bath before raya...

Accident

2008-09-29T10:40:00.002+08:00

Last saturday, I had an accident at home (again). Jatuh terduduk. (I’m falling on my ass). Ouch!!! I think people below thought it's an earthquake. Until today I can't sit properly. OMG it's so painful. This is not my first time, if I'm counting, it might be my forth time. I don't know why I'm easily can fall flat on my ass. I fell once in Bali (with a nice, cool dress on the way to Hard Rock Cafe, this is really embarrassing), than once in Pangkor, but that still okay, that one not so hard, I had the same accident in the bathroom before than, now. This is worst. The surface of the tile is crack. Accident can happen anywhere, so be extra careful.

Looking for Job?

2008-09-19T12:24:00.003+08:00

An engineering consultancy firm, located in Kelana Square, Kelana Jaya, with core business activity is Palm Oil Mill Industries, looking for the following candidates.

Biotech Engineer
Requirements:
• Agricultural/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering Graduate
• Willing to travel and meticulous in carrying out work.
• Able to operate AutoCAD.
• 3-4 year experiences.
• Preferably male.

Admins Executive cum Accounts Assistant
Responsibilities:
• Responsible for general administrative matters and documentation filing.
• Responsible in daily accounting operations
• To attend all incoming calls appropriately and transferring calls to recipients/taking messages as and when required.
• To handle all incoming and outgoings mails, dispatch and courier services.
• To ensure & assist in maintaining inventory of adequate office supplies of stationeries & sundries
• To assist in other ad-hoc assignments from time to time.
Requirements :
• Minimum SPM with 1-2 years related working experience.
• Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Required skills: M. Word, M. Excel, M. Power Point
• Good telephone etiquette and communication skills
• Pleasant personality and good appearance.
• Hardworking, pleasant, dynamic, energetic & responsible.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently

Draughtsman
Requirements:
• Minimum SPM with 1-2 years related working experience.
• Able to operate AutoCAD
• Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Hardworking, pleasant, dynamic, energetic & responsible.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently

Kindly email resume to : sgtk@streamyx.com

or YM me for more info (slynna73)

Shopping Spree

2008-09-13T13:45:00.020+08:00

I went to Hong Kong end of last month to catch up some last minutes end-summer-sales. Actually the tickets and hotel was from Golden Holidays Package which was given by my friend whom cannot go for her free holiday and as for me I do plan to go earlier to Hong Kong for summer sales (it has been a yearly program) but didn't manage to get cheap air ticket. So this is more or less I'm lucky to get it. (I paid some amount to her)

When I arrived at Chep Lap Kok Airport, a tour guide waited us for hotel transfer. Once he saw me, he asks me to wait at one corner near the train ticket's machine. After waited for a while he said, gives me 10 minutes coz I need to wait for another groups. I said ok. So I waited again. After more than 15 minutes I don't see the groups that been waited together with us. Where they gone? So I search around for the tour guide. I cannot find him. After a while I saw him standing near the passenger entrance. I walk to him and ask him, so what happen? You said 10 minutes; it has been 20 minutes waiting. He said, so sorry, I cannot find you just now, so the first group has gone. You need to wait for the 2nd trip to Kowloon. I screamed at him, you ask me to wait there and I'm not move a bit from that place and now you said you cannot find me. @#$% I'm pissed so I go back to the seat. I was so tired, my flight was 9am and that was 4 hours flight, reaching HK at 1 pm and now already 2:30pm. When he saw me pissed, he decided to offer me another transport to Hotel, Airport Hotelink limousine. It's a shuttle bus. I agreed, but still I have to wait another 30 minutes for that shuttle. The tour guide offer us short tour in Hong Kong Island tomorrow morning, so we agreed with that too. The time was 2:45pm and the shuttle move from Airport at 3:15pm. And almost 5pm we checked in the hotel. Stanford Hotel, Mongkok. What a lousy hotel! I slept until night, was so tired. I came out of the hotel to look for some simple dinner. There gone day one.

Day two; after simple breakfast in the room (by me), we waited for the bus to arrive at 8am for the Half-a-day Hong Kong Island tour.

Repulse Bay

Ocean Park

The Peak

After completed our Island Tour, bus drop us at Tsim Sha Tsui. We waited for friend; names John who is coming from Shenzhen. He is Malaysian. So our meeting place is Adidas Shop. Haha... Those are the people who craze for Adidas stuff. Meeting place also Adidas shop in Hankow Rd. The biggest Adidas shop I ever been. But while waiting for John, we walk around Tsim Sha Tsui, Granville Rd, Kimberley Rd than stop at Park Lane. John bought plenty of Liverpool stuff from that shop. He said it’s cheapest than Malaysia. Stuff in Hong Kong, after finished one season, they throw everything into crazy sale. So grab lahh... I bought one T-shirt and Jacket with Steven Gerard’s name on it. After makan-makan and minum-minum, we walk back to the hotel. It’s very far but because we accompanying John to Jordan Road for him to take a bus back to Shenzhen, so we walk.

Day three; woke up a bit late today. We had brunch in the room. Imagine how many stuff I brought from KL! We decided to take MTR from Mongkok to Tsim Sha Tsui. Today is my day for shopping. First place we headed was Harbour City. I had Nasi Briyani there. It was okay and maybe because I’m hungry. I bought Ralph Lauren Shirt which on sale.

We took ferry ride to Hong Kong Island. Our next destination is Time Square. We took MTR from Central Station to Causeway Bay. In Time Square, I bought few Zara’s Shirts, Armani Exchange’s Shirt, and few Gant’s Shirts. Time was too fast. We both thoroughly enjoyed our shopping time together.

So now, it’s time to go back. We took MTR then stop in Central than ferry back to Tsim Sha Tsui. Actually we can take MTR straight back to Mongkok but we haven’t had the opportunity of such moment together, cruising with Ferry, walk side by side, talking and giggling, laughing out loud and make fun of ourselves. It was a beautiful moment. Even though I was too tired and my legs, only God knows. While walking to Tsim Sha Tsui MTR Station, we stop at McD for some Shakes and Sunday ice cream. And I stop at Esprit to finish all the money I brought for shopping. I bought one T-shirt.

Day four; we had our breakfast in the room as usual, packed our luggage and all the stuff, than checked out. Bus waited for us at 11:30am to Airport for our flight back home.

2008-09-13T13:39:00.002+08:00

When I open my notebook, he will sleep on it. I have to push him away a bit, but then he will come back.

2008-09-07T12:45:00.004+08:00

My new Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Hampstead MM bought in Starhill, KL last June 08. After long surveying from KL to Jakarta till Hong Kong than I decided to buy it in KL. Much cheaper. They hot printed my initial SLK LINA. When come to LV, they have too many beautiful designs and at one point I do not know which one to choose. So I told myself, now I buy this design and later (when money permits) I buy another design. And I love the one I chose.

Kuching 24-26th July 2008.

2008-08-16T10:54:00.005+08:00

Lama betul tak update. My last (short) vacation was 24-26th July 2008. I went to Kuching with MAS free ticket. I alwasy got the opportunity to grab those free tickets, either from MAS or AirAsia, but not all destination but still got something out of it. Stayed in Hilton Kuching and just 'lepaking' in town. I tried their Laksa Sarawak.. urrgghhh not so nice.. (still looking for the good one)

The 2nd day, woke up at the very late morning, then walk around the town. I had my 2nd Laksa Sarawak, but still not that good. At first we never plan to had a massage but after passing one shop called Sense, Health & Beauty. Address 54, 1st Floor, Jalan Padungan, 93100 Kuching. Owner Ms. Josephine Hong. I thought of try their reflexology. After 1 hour good reflexology, they managed to change our mind for the massage. Wow!!! the massage was extremely good. It's kinda hard massage or sports massage. For those who can 'tahan' the strong pressure, than this is good. She was good. I felt floating after that. Maybe I will come again during my next trip to Kuching. My dinner was Singapore Chicken Rice.. then supper I had Meehoon goreng at Waterfront.

On the way to airport, a friend took me to Madam Tang's Restaurant... I tried Laksa Sarawak again.. but this time, it was nice.. (But not as nice as the one I had in Borneo Rainforest cafe, sunway)

Sayonara Kuching...

Mobile ...

2008-07-19T22:11:00.000+08:00

I'm blogging using my mobile.. haha (testing)

Krabi, Thailand

2008-07-06T08:51:00.010+08:00

It has been a month I did not update anything here. I was kind of busy with new project. I hope this not stopping me from travelling. My boss should understand I'm a traveller.

I went to Krabi last June. Here are some updates on my travelling experience. At first I thought Krabi is an island, but after reading and browsing internet then I discover its in the mainland of Thailand. I took Airasia (free ticket.. hehe) to Krabi. Reached airport at noon then I took shuttle bus to Krabi La Playa Hotel Ao Nang. Airport Shuttle to Ao Nang is baht 150 per person, to Krabi town ~ baht 100. Not many flights coming into Krabi so the Shuttle Bus is actually follow the flight schedule. Krabi Province is on the west coast of Southern Thailand. The feature of Krabi is the massive limestone karsts, rising vertiginously out of the flat rice paddies on land and as islands from the sea. Add in some gorgeous beaches and excellent scuba diving and rock climbing, and its little wonder that tourism in the area has been booming.

While less commercialized than neighbouring Phuket, Krabi Province cannot be described as undiscovered: it receives two million visitors a year, and the major tourist areas cater extensively for foreigners.

Krabi is hot and humid all year round, with peak temperatures around April. The rainy season arrives in the fall and drizzles until about November, during which time many hotels and bars close, and the sea can get rough and some ferries (including those to Ko Lanta) stop running. High season is November-April inclusive, when it's a little cooler; the peak tourism period spans Christmas and New Year.

Ao Nang - Krabi's most developed beach. Fringed by palms, the long beach is backed by a wide range of accommodation including resorts, bungalows and guesthouses, and Krabi's best selection of restaurants.

Wedding

2008-06-08T15:04:00.001+08:00

Yesterday was my x-classmate Sarina's wedding. They have been going out together for quite some time and at last. At least they have 'at last' thingy... mmmmm.... I met some of the school mates and also Cikgu Rosnah. She is teaching in Cyberjaya or Putrajaya now.. forgot lah.. Most of my friends came with their heroes and heroins. Also met Eyta, Jane, Uda Zura, Fauzi, Datuk Rahmad, etc..

Questions..

2008-05-30T10:16:00.003+08:00

Once upon a time, there is a lady stop-by at Hyde Park in London and talking to herself...

I can walk around from one place to another, from one shopping center to another, alone in a big city like Jakarta, but I’m not allowed to do it in Kuala Lumpur. I just want to go shopping.
Why not?

I want to see Air Supply “From The Heart” World Tour 2008, LIVE in Malaysia. 22 June, 8:00pm @ Arena Of Stars, Genting Highland.
Can I?

I want to change my car. But I don’t know what car to choose nor should I change now, can I get better price if I wait further.
How?

I want to change my handbag, but “rambang mata”. There are too many selections, too many varieties.
????

Tomorrow is a holiday. The planning to go shopping is still suspended till I got any of my sisters to accompanying me. I can spend more time with Owen. I need my father to come to my house to do some drilling thing on the wall. Few things I’ve bought not been put up yet. I’m going to meet my friend Gowri on Sunday at Aeon Bukit Tinggi.

2008-05-27T10:20:00.005+08:00

It's my birthday today. I was waited for the call last night but it seems that the one forgot about it. Every year, I will received the call at 12:05am. That's the time I was born. And until now still no wishes from the one. I received sms from my buddy Gowri last night at 12:00am, sms from my sister Angah, wishes from my colleagues Mimi, LSF, AK and Tiara (thanks for the gift). Then the Hphone ring, said sends sms but I didn’t receive it. It’s HPhone and the telecommunication provider's mistake. Only that, no sorry. Why can't just say sorry. Is it so hard to say sorry?

Jakarta 22-25 May 08

2008-05-26T14:53:00.008+08:00

I was in Jakarta from 22-25 May 2008. I’m staying in Kartika Chandra at Jalan Gatot Subroto, next to Planet Hollywood. Most of the hotels are fully booked due to some international conferences that happened during that period. It was only a shopping holiday for me. Jakarta was the busiest city in Indonesia by day and night, with huge and beautiful shopping centers that offers from ethnic to modern and luxury collections, with modern skyscrapers and modern residential buildings. It has change a lot. The first time I step in Grand Indonesia Mall, I was amazed. Then I went to Senayan City, it’s mesmerized me.

My first meal in Jakarta.. everytime I came to Jakarta, this is a must! This one tapau into my room.

Lobby Hotel

This character is next to my room... guardian kot.

View from my room, as you can see Bluebird taxi is in que..

I met my friends from http://www.virtualtourist.com/, Mbak H4pp1, Vee & Hubby & Kids, Mimi & Partner, Satyo & Friend & Arini & Hubby. We had dinner at the food court Grand Indonesia. I had Batagor; it was nice but not as nice as the one in Bandung.
Thanks for the time, my friends. It was great and fun and the opportunity to meet you guys.

This is my third Hoka Hoka Bento... This one is at Mal Ambasador, ITC Kuningan.

Dinner at Mandarin Restaurant in Senayan City. Very cheap with HSBC 50% off.

Therapy

2008-05-26T14:34:00.003+08:00

I love shoes, shoe shopping is a therapy. Buying a new pair of shoes for yourself can also make you feel good. The latest I bought are 1 pair best buy shoes at Hush Puppies, 2 pairs shoes 70% sale at Parkson Pavillion and 3 pairs shoes/sandals from Scholl Warehouse sale (I gave one sandal to my mom).

long...

2008-05-26T14:08:00.005+08:00

It has been long I didn't blog. The last was about Owen going to vet. Here are some of the photos of him after castration. Everywhere he wants to sleep. I let him sleep on me.. so syok!!

It looks swollen.

He slept on my feet.

He slept on my body.

Here are some photos after a month or two...

So cute, very manja...

Owen to Vet

2008-04-14T08:44:00.002+08:00

Yesterday, I send Owen to Vet for Neutering. I feel so sad and he also looks so sad, very quiet and he doesn’t want to get out of the carrier. He is staying there one night. And today is the operation.

I felt very quiet at home when he is not around. Normally he will jump on me when I sat on the sofa, I can hear he moving around, running 100m, the collar bell dingling and meow meow on me. This morning when I woke up, I really miss him. He used to come on my bed and kiss my face.

I can't wait till evening to take him back home.