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Shooting Scare...

2008-04-10T00:31:00.007+08:00

I was at KLIA in line to check in for my flight to Singapore...

and all of sudden...

"Bang"..."Bang Bang"..."Bang"...

Everybody was running all around without any direction ...

and only at this time I know what happened...

Some fella opened random shots in the airport...

a total of 5 shots...

I was so afraid that my flight will be cancelled...

or worst still...

some terrorist hijack the plane and crash it to God knows where...

As typical kepoh-chi Malaysian...

I went to sibuk-sibuk around...

and was so close to the scene...

I wish I had my DSLR with me :(

so that can pretend to be CSI :P

The suspect ... still alive

Glass Shattered

Another Shot...

This is not peanut ok...its bullet casing !

Police guarding the bullet casing

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Memories Re-visited...

2008-03-29T18:06:00.003+08:00

It has been sooooo long since I last stepped into Cinema.

It has been sooooo long since I had my midnight show.

When I was having teh tarik session with my friends,

Out of sudden KH said, let's go watch movie.

We were like...why so semangat?!?!

Basically as bachelors we have nothing better to do...

so KH offered to settle the drinks money and off we go...

It has been sooooo long since I last went to KLCC...

Had to rely on CS to tell me where to park...

and when I first stepped into the cinema hall...

I can only remember the memories I had with my beloved...

I really miss those moments...

Popcorns...Jagung Manis...

and it's weird to have 3 guys watching movie with me...

not girls... :P

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Simple & Easy

2008-03-21T12:04:00.002+08:00

The LOVE feeling is something very special to come by, it’s not about a person’s beauty…

It’s about the special feeling God gave to you.

It’s easy and simple to like a person…

But…

It’s not easy to find somebody that you truly love…

It’s not easy to find somebody that loves you as much as you do…

It’s not easy to find somebody that can understand you and accept who you are…

& it is not easy…

It’s not easy at all to find the true love of your life…

Would you rather stay single? Or you will marry someone who likes you but at the other end you don’t have the ‘LOVE’ feeling?

It’s rather confusing…but at the end of the day, you still need to make a decision out of it.

It's easy to think, but it's not easy to work it out...

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Force of Nature ...

2008-03-10T12:47:00.002+08:00

Due to the force of nature...

I am doing something which is out of my 'control'...

I have no idea what am I doing...

nor why am I forcing myself doing something I don't like...

It's just not me...

It's just so fake...

Maybe it's a revenge...

But there's no compatibility at all...

Which I hate the most...

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Malaysia General Election 2008

2008-03-06T10:33:00.008+08:00

Election is around the corner...

Some of us still wondering who to choose...

Is it Barisan Nasional ?

PAS ?

Keadilan ?

or Rocket (DAP) ?

Well, I will go for him...

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Saya ANTI Rasuah...Yeah Rite !!!

2008-02-22T17:23:00.001+08:00

It has been a while since I was stopped by a police officer and handed over a ticket for anykind of traffic offence (not those online or registered post samans).

This time there was no way to hide, but the thing is I was kinda pissed that he stopped me over an offence committed along MRR2 on the way back home.

No....not for speeding, but for talking on the mobile phone in less than 10 sec. The conversation was..."Hey, I am driving...call you later"

Yes, I committed an offence under the Malaysia Law, but personally... I still think these highway robbers should have done a better job by clearing the traffic jam during rush hours, manning the traffic rather than go rounding for some fast money.

So when I was caught, he politely greeted me "Selamat petang Encik, tadi cakap handphone ya...salah tu. Tolong tunjuk lesen..." After a few moments of 'interview session' as expected he asked..."So, boleh bayar saman tak? RM300 saman...mahal tu"

Indirectly everyone in Malaysia knows exactly what they are asking for... As I was determined not to give in, I answered without any hesitation and said "Pakcik, you saman saja lah...cepat sikit, I kenal orang dalam balai... I nak pi hospital bedah orang ni"

Obviously I was handed a ticket for my bruised ego. Needless to say I am hurting now knowing that I am going to pay for these unnecessary expenses. Talking about bruised ego! Damn it !!! Should have paid him RM50 instead of RM100 that I have to pay through my agent now...

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Year of Earth Rat 2008 - Good or Bad ???

2008-02-03T20:05:00.000+08:00

I received my Chinese Forecast for the coming Chinese New Year from my colleague.

Career

The year of the Earth Rat sees the reaping of many rewards for the hardworking Rooster! There is a potential of an increase in salary, recognition and more responsibilities. Therefore if you are able and ready to give your all come career, you will be instrumental in your company advancement this year and will be duly rewarded. The Rooster is blessed to such as extent that you will attract those of power to question your validity, but not to worry - you will only come out smelling of roses from such incidents! Self-employed Roosters will find those below you become very astute to your wants and work progress is smooth running. It's your job to capitalize on this as much as you can and take some time to carefully delegate tasks.

Wealth

You will be able to overachieve your dreams this year, Rooster, but it all depends on you. If you are ready to take on more than usual and work extra-hard, you can definitely make it big this year! This is because your stars will provide all the opportunities you need, as well as individuals who will be all too happy to help you - the next step to make it really happen, then, lies on you, Rooster. Rooster people who have their own businesses should expand or branch out this year.

Relationship

Singleton Roosters will have a good time this year, with excellent Love luck on your side. You will have opportunities in meeting lots of people you will like, but in order for a relationship to happen the Rooster will need to make the first move! Married or attached Rooster people will enjoy a renewal of passion that will put an extra spring into your step, therefore make use of this lovey-dovey year to enjoy holidays that makes unforgettable memories.

Health

The Rooster will be healthy and strong this year. But, your family members may get sick this year, especially those who are in senior years. Take them to full medical checkups this year to be on the safe side. Aside from this, the drinking Rooster should cut down the alcohol intake since there is a potential for liver problems this 2008.

Basically it is a very good year for me, but it doesn't seem so to me at the moment as I really have no idea why my life is currently so miserable. I don't know why of all the people I am the chosen one. I am nobody, I am just a normal person who doesn't deserve all these kind of 'business-related' pressure.

Yes, I got a very good increment in my salary and I have a promising career in my current company. But the old man's craps are really killing me softly...Sometimes I just wish whenever I am flying, the plane just crash down and I am a dead person :(

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Lingam Philosophy

2008-01-28T11:12:00.000+08:00

Lingam by far is the most famous people in our country now. Lots of idea can learn from him every days - A very dumb lawyer who doesn't know how to lie and still wanna cover for it.

"It look like me, talk like me but might not me"
"Many people bear the same name"
"I was drunk...I was bragging...."

Try that with your boss and see what happens...my boss will smack my head for saying that and perhaps I will lose my job too...

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Nikon D40x Review

2008-01-25T16:29:00.000+08:00

The D40/D40X are the most compact Nikon digital SLRs to date. They are proof that you can build a compact digital SLR without compromising comfort or ergonomics (well at least if your lens mount isn't too large).

This camera is light, quick, relatively cheap, and takes great pics. It's just easier to pick up and lug around. What else could anyone (except pros) want? No, I haven't owned a D80 or better but it's the best camera I've ever owned by far. Of course more professional photographers will recommend a D80 or D300. Well...most people DO NOT need those cameras. With this camera, another good lens and speedlite, and you're pretty much set. The battery life is amazing and seems endless.

Help is available throughout the camera interface, either in shooting mode, setting adjustment or menus, simply press and hold the help '?' button. Note that in shooting mode the '?' icon may occasionally blink, this essentially means that the camera has some advice for you - great for newbie.

During playback you can display a pop-up version of the Retouch menu by pressing the OK button, this is a faster method of applying any of the retouch adjustments to the current image and it is one of the reason why I love this camera so much, faster editing and save my time.

I also experienced dust on sensor without removing lens, which I have no idea how it went in...but have tough time cleaning it as the camera doesn't come with Integrated Cleaning System like Canon EOS. Personally, I feel that the 3pt focusing is not enough for me and would definitely prefer more points like Canon's 9pt focusing... Yes, nothing is perfect in this world and I am pretty pleased with what I have at the moment.

In conclusion, great camera at a great price and highly recommended to DSLR newbie. Will stick to this camera for sometime unless there's a new camera with improved functions which is affordable to me otherwise I don't see a reason to change it.

Some of the shots taken with this camera:

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Story of AirAsia

2008-01-20T16:43:00.000+08:00

AirAsia is a globally known brand that has made Malaysian proud. But I still don't fancy taking AirAsia on my trip simply because no loyalty card, no free meal on board, no newspaper for me to read during the journey, have to walk under the sun or rain to the plane, and most important of all...my company can afford to pay my trip on Malaysia Airlines.

Dato Tony Fernandes, the person responsible behind the AirAsia brand. He bought a bankrupt airline that no one wanted and turned it into one of the most succesful low cost carriers in the world.

38 Airbus compared to 14 of Malaysia Airlines (MAS), in the running to become the largest Airbus user in the world.

Can afford to become the official low cost airline of Manchester United. (MAS no where to be seen)

Much much more profit than MAS

If AirAsia provides a premium service just like what MAS provides but maintain the current low cost strategy, I am pretty sure it will overtake MAS soon and I will, jump ship at that time :)

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Shangri-la Hotel, Bandaran Kota Kinabalu

2008-01-19T00:32:00.000+08:00

When you tell the taxi driver that you wanna go Shangri-la Hotel in Kota Kinabalu, please be specific. There are 2 Shangri-las in KK. Shangri-la Tanjung Aru is the 'original' Shangri-la Hotel chain which is located near the sea side while Shangri-la Hotel Bandaran is located at the heart of Kota Kinabalu town.

As one of the Sabah’s first full service hotels, Hotel Shangri-la is renowned locally for its cosiness, comfort and convenience 3 star city hotel with 121 rooms. The latest upgrading work was completed March 2006. The rooms and corridors have been given a fresh look and so too the Lobby and the Bar. Behind the hotel, there’s a route to the hilltop where u can take a panoramic view of KK city and the nearby islands which is the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park.

It is a good solid hotel within easy walking distance of the main town, night markets and the recently developed waterfront region. The hotel itself is what you would expect from a mid-range hotel but importantly it was quiet, very clean and the breakfast was good. If there was a down side then it would probably be that the hotel is set back from a busy main road and bus stop. Although the noise can't be heard in the hotel it was a little precarious crossing the main road.

Guest on business trip can access internet with their free wifi in the room. I have no problem with the connection at all.

The nicely packed amenities kit

Verdict? definitely one of my favourite hotel in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.

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Nuffnang or Advertlets ???

2008-01-15T20:11:00.000+08:00

I am officially “exclusive Nuffnang blogger” and got ‘accepted’ into the exclusive Nuffnang Glitterati club.

Sounds grand huh?

Put it this way, some might think it’s nothing…but for the others, it’s an offer that is hard to resist.

So what makes me an ‘exclusive Nuffnang blogger’ then?

Well, my blog has NO advertisement from any other ad network that originates from South East Asia and this qualifies me to become one of their so called ‘exclusive member’. In order to do so, I'd have to let go my Advertlets account and frankly speaking, I found Nuffnang pays better than Advertlets.

I tried to be loyal to advertlets as well, but sorry … it’s kinda hard to let go this kinda offer :)

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The Amazing Race

2008-01-14T08:45:00.000+08:00

I am creating my own version of amazing race...

Flying non stop for the past 4 weeks...

From one place to another...

Performing my own version of detour and road block...

and one thing for sure...

I am always the first to arrive the pit stop...

cos there ain't any participants in my version of amazing race...

Feeling bored and lonely at times...

I wish Digiman can accompany me all the time...

cos he will follow me whenever I go...

But too bad...

I am not a Digi user...

so I won't have the luxury of Digiman following me whenever I go.

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The MAS Challenge

2008-01-13T19:47:00.000+08:00

I was on the same plane with my buddy - ChinWah to Sibu.

During the flight, we saw stewardess giving out mock plane model to the kids.

I always wanted one, but to buy one is so expensive.

So, I challenged ChinWah to request for one since he is sitting on the aisle.

and he was smart enough to lie to the stewardess, claiming that he would like to give it to his child when in fact he is not married yet.

The stewardess was hesitate to give, but gave it to him eventually.

I don't care how he managed to get it, be it lie or steal... :)

because...finally I got one ! :)

and it doesn't come cheap...

coz I gotta spend him beers :(

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Lumbar Disc Injury

2008-01-12T19:10:00.000+08:00

Can't sleep...

Can't sit properly...

Can't walk properly...

That's how I felt when I injured my L-5 Lumbar Disc while I was working.

I had no idea how it happened.

It just happend so quickly and I only know I heard a crack sound instead of pain at that moment.

I couldn't imagine myself on a wheelchair...

I couldn't imagine myself paralyze...

I rather die than being in that situation...

Seriously, I don't have the courage to continue living at that kind of state.

Now I know how the disabled people felt...

The difficulties they faced.

I had to change all my schedule...

Changed my flight back to KL to see a specialist...

When I got of from the plane, I was among the first to get out...

But with the pain that I was suffering, I was walking like 1km/hr...

Even the wheel-chaired auntie reached the baggage area faster than me.

Injury to the spine and lumbar area is no play-play.

Luckily the injury was not that serious as what I thought.

Had my whole body 'adjusted' by the chiropractor and I felt so much better after 3 days of suffer.

Thank God...I got my normal life back

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Amazing Thailand

2008-01-04T12:05:00.000+08:00

Massage

Bangkok is internationally famous for its massage parlors. Traditional Thai massage can be found all over town, in hotels, at spas and stand-alone salons. Thai massage is recognized for its health benefits and relaxing effects, both on the body and on the mind. Thai massage, foot massage and oil massage are the most popular courses. A one hour Thai massage can cost as little as Bt 129 excluding tips.

Bangkok has a lot to offer after dark. Live music, bowling, ice skating, dinner shows, river cruise, Thai boxing, night shopping – a lot of things to do for all people and all budgets.

Bangkok has a reputation for wild and rowdy nightlife.
The truth is the city’s nightlife goes way beyond the over-worn naughty image from the Vietnam days. Fun would be a better description for it.
Bars and clubs catering especially to foreign guests are confined to the following hot zones – Patpong, Soi Nana, Soi Cowboy and Khaosarn Road

Patpong. The nightlife strip runs along two short lanes, Patpong 1 and 2 in Silom. Bars share street-space with restaurants, massage parlors, a couple of hotels while a night market selling clothes, fake watches and souvenirs runs down the center of Patpong 1 and out along Silom Road.

Nana. Three floors of nightlife activity around a central atrium. Located on Sukhumvit Soi 4, it is a cluster of go-go and beer bars in the three story building of Nana Entertainment Plaza. The first floor has a lot of busy and exciting bars, The second floor is occupied by smaller bars, often frequented by old hands. The third floor has a few, really big bars known for their girlie shows.

Soi Cowboy. Just a few meters from the Asoke BTS Station, Soi Cowboy is a cluster of go-go bars and beer joints, Prices here are cheaper than those in other red light zones in the capital. Beer costs 55 to 85 baht, perhaps a little less during happy hour and little more at some of the more popular spots, and the obligatory (soft) drinks for the girls cost a little more.

Tuk-Tuk

A taxi style mode of transport that;s unique to Thailand. The three wheeled, open air tuk tuk can take you almost anywhere in Bangkok. Rate is usually negotiable, from Bt20 for a very short distance to Bt300 for a father destination.

Floating Market at Damnoen Saduak

Thailand is famous for its floating markets and some of the best are found in the outskirts of Bangkok. One is Damnoen Saduak in Ratchaburi, In the narrow canals of Damnoen Saduak, women crowd the waterway network to sell goods to riverbank residents.

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Happy New Year 2008

2008-01-01T00:01:00.000+08:00

Year 2007 had been a year full of incidents as well as memories...

I hereby sincerely wish all my dear friends...

Good Health

Good Wealth

Good Life

and a Happy New Year !!!

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Christmas in Bangkok

2007-12-27T20:16:00.000+08:00

Bangkok is the epicenter of fun and entertainment in Thailand. Its rich cultural heritage accommodates practically much of outside influences, making it a veritable city of non stop celebration. Be it Western bash or a local festivity, Thais always find a good reason to celebrate it.

Undoubtedly, as Thailand becomes more tangled in modern culture and globalization becomes more real. Western influences such as Christmas also comes unavoidable. That is not to say that Thais are discarding their wonderful age old culture and customs; they have always been zealously guarding their traditions. That Christmas celebration has become common, at least in the top tourist destinations, simply reflect the Thai people’s innate tendency to embrace everything that constitute fun.

Christmas, in fact, gives great occasion for great merrymaking. Futhermore, Thais are generally generous, and the spirit of giving that Christmas encourages blends well with their homebred values. Not surprising then that Christmas is widely celebrated in the country that is largely Buddhist.

In short, it doesn’t take a Christian country to have real fun on Christmas. Buddhist or Christian, Thai or Farang (foreigner), everybody can have a good Christmas time….

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All I Want For Christmas Is ...

2007-12-20T21:02:00.000+08:00

Christmas is around the corner...

Santa will be coming to town...

For the first time in my life,

I will be celebrating this year's Christmas out of Malaysia.

Bangkok - That's the place I will be.

No, that's not what I really want for Christmas.

All I want for Christmas is...

To stay healthy and be happy always.

No amount of money can buy happiness and good health...

I can only pray that I can live a normal life...

Nothing to stress about...

Nothing to worry...

Just be a simple person, with a simple life.

I know it's not easy or possible to achieve that...

But that's what I really want for this Christmas...

Not only for this Christmas...

But throughout my life.

Thanks Santa ! Hopefully my wish will come true...

I will have pirated croc shoes for you and the reindeer on Christmas eve night...

Fly carefully and hope for good weather :)

Merry Christmas...and Happy New Year ! :)

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Stupid Saman

2007-12-15T19:43:00.000+08:00

My 300 ringgit gone when I opened a registered letter from the 'great' Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM).

Not for shopping...

Not for food...

But, for our Malaysia Government.

I got a saman. Well, two actually...so it's RM600! because I went online and found out I have another one which I presumed still on the way to my home :(

First one... apparently I got clocked at 93 km/h in a 80 km/h zone around KM10 right after Ayer Keroh toll.

Second one...also same place !!! I really couldn't believe it !!!

Damn it !!! I go Melaka at least once a month, and I really wonder how many more saman I can expect from the pakciks in PDRM. As the saman I received was for October, that means I still have November and December to look for :(

I am also wondering why I am so generous to the Government of Malaysia. This year alone, 6 samans for me...I guess next time I must drive 50 km/h :(

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Sawasdee Khrap, Sawasdee Kha...

2007-12-10T13:58:00.000+08:00

KLIA - Boarding Thai Airways to Bangkok on Boeing 777

My souvenir from Thai Airways

The journey from Survanabumi Airport to the city center takes between 30 and 45 minutes. However, I took 2 hours to reach my hotel which is located at the downtown of Bangkok - The Amari Watergate Hotel because of rush hour.

Sawasdee Khrap...Sawasdee Kha

In Thailand, people in general greet one another with the word Sawasdee and a gesture of pressing the palm together called Wai. The word Sawasdee can be used all times of the day. A male would add the word Khrap and a female the word Kha after Sawasdee to show politeness. The Wai has much more social significance than a western handshake and in general, the younger person or the person with junior ranking wais first to an elder or senior, who returns the gesture.

I was told that there are three institutions that the Thai people regard highly and must therefore pay proper respect. The Nation, represent by the Nation Flag and the National Anthem. The Religion, represented by the Triple Gems: Buddha, Dharma and Sangkha (the monks). The Monarchy, represented by the King and members of the Royal family.

Long Live The King

Here's a quick review of the hotel I stayed...

The Amari Watergate Hotel, Bangkok

View of Amari Watergate Hotel from CentreWorld

The Amari Watergate Hotel is located in the very heart of the city in Pratunam, one of Bangkok’s main commercial and shopping district.

I was not dissappointed with the Amari. Good location, close to shops, restaurants, public transportation...in the heart of the city and brilliant all round package. I stayed in a deluxe room for 3 nights; which was modern and very clean, with LCD TV and DVD player. One night here cost me 5,438 Baht which is equivalent to RM550.

Deluxe Room with 42' LCD

Bathroom with duckling duck to play with

The difference between a Superior and a Deluxe is the floor level and room decoration; Deluxe rooms have been refurbished in a more modern/business style, but the bathrooms are still the same in all rooms - twin hand basins, a separate show cubicle and a large bath tub. Each room has a spectacular view of the city.

Staff were very polite, they try to make your stay really pleasant and will help out any way they can. The 8th floor gym and pool area are also great. The breakfast buffet is quite good and runs until 10:30am, which is also great if you're not an early bird!

Swimming Pool @ Amari Watergate

There is no air condition in the corridor - where the elevators are, and also in the elevators themselves - so it's pretty hot there... The only thing that I found a bit of the nuisance was that no free internet in the room. However, there was free wi-fi in the lobby, which I only found out when I checked out!

Right in front of the hotel, there is a new wholesale mall with not less than 1500 shops, and clothes are extremely cheap! But I am not a shopaholic, so I bought nothing at all...was tempted to buy the pirated version of croc shoe @ 159 Baht; but end up didn't buy...

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Meal Box...Anyone???

2007-12-09T19:51:00.000+08:00

Lately, Malaysia Airlines (MAS) stopped serving hot meals on indo-china sector and replaced it with cold meals, lunch box-styled and worse still, there is practically no choice for passengers to choose as it only come with cold sandwiches.

But with MAS intention to be a 5 star airline, this change in meal policy will not do any good to MAS especially with stiff competition from other regional airlines.

The management's intention to serve cheap looking meals is part of their cost-cutting exercise but this lowers the quality of cabin service and I doubt MAS will ever be voted Best Cabin Service again this year if this continues. I am sure the cost of the box is not cheap...

I wish to point out that MAS is a national carrier and it represents the image of Malaysia, so do not compromise on service as it reflects badly on us Malaysians.

MAS should go forward, and not backward to serve passengers with cold meal box...

This is what I had during my flight from Bangkok - Kuala Lumpur ... 2 hours international flight but eat sandwiches :(

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Puteri Resort, Ayer Keroh

2007-11-29T10:10:00.000+08:00

Puteri Resort Ayer Keroh, nice name but not-so-nice hotel.

I had high expectation on this hotel….basically because of the nice big swimming pool and also the landscape was nice. However, it was a big disappointment. First the room was big but dirty. The balcony was not accessible because of birds stools everywhere. The side tables were not clean and sticky. The sink was blocked with water. The shower was not working. The hanger for the towels was out of place. The air conditional was too cold and I couldn't control it at my room. TV was malfunction. As I arrived past midnight, I was just too tired to complain.

Swimming Pool View

Breakfast served can be considered of junk grade. For a price of RM168++ a night, it is definitely a NO-NO for me to come again. I rather stay at Rumah Tumpangan (Hostel) and save the balance for some nice nyonya food in Melaka.

My final verdict ? this hotel can be given a 2 star rating instead of 4.

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Le Meridian Kuala Lumpur

2007-11-26T15:21:00.000+08:00

Everything about Le Meridien is as you would expect from a five star hotel. It is a beautiful hotel and one certainly couldn't fault the quality of the fixtures and fittings.It is located directly across the road from KL Sentral and has a taxi rank outside.

Lobby

My room at 31st floor

The Lounge at lobby

I stayed in an executive room which was quite small when compared with other five star hotels. Having said that, the room had everything else required for a comfortable stay.The highlight of the room for me was the bath which was set beside the bathroom window and offered the most incredible view across Kuala Lumpur. The scented candles and the drink from the minibar provided the final touches to a hugely relaxing bath treat.The pool/spa is located on the 8th floor and the facilities are shared with the identical Hilton hotel next door. Slippers and bathrobes are provided with the room the pool has a towel service.

Breakfast was ok, but only limited choices of main course available. this is maybe due to the renovation being done on the restaurant which will be completed by end of month.

Le Meridien, despite its proximity to the Sentral Station, is not centrally located- if you like to take a walk before or after dinner - do some extra sightseeing or shopping in the area around your hotel - you can forget this place. You're isolated...still, this is one of the best hotel I ever stayed.

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Proud & Pride

2007-11-22T15:27:00.000+08:00

I don’t give Drs problem...
But I solve their problems.

I don’t sell them stuff, and I am not a typical salesman...
But I give them a solution.

A solution that can enhance their clinical skills, their clinical knowledge...
So that they can treat with more confidence.

I advise them on clinical stuff...
But I am not a qualified medical practitioner.

I provide them trainings...
So that they can treat and diagnose patient efficiently.

I am proud, when doctor ask my opinion on how to treat his/her patient in the best manner.

I am proud, when doctor ask for some suggestion to improve surgery outcome.

Very often I was mistaken by patients as a specialist...
By asking me lots of questions regarding their problems.

I will try to answer their doubts...
But it's not my job to do so.

Yes, I am a specialist…
But I am not an eye specialist

I am nobody...

But I am proud of who I am.

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Imagination...

2007-11-19T14:41:00.000+08:00

What if I strike a jackpot in casino?

What if I have millions in my bank account?

What if I committed a crime and gotta serve the jail term?

What if I lose my sight?

What if I am disabled?

What if I am a celebrity?

What my life will be if I am a pilot?

or a doctor?

or a lawyer?

or a taxi driver?

Lots of imagination running on my mind...

but I can't have control on my life.

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The Turning Point of Life...

2007-11-12T12:12:00.000+08:00

The course of life is unpredictable…

no one can write his/her autobiography in advance.

Just when you think you trust someone...

they go & stab you in the back.

Every single day we are faced with some life challenge...

sometimes the challenges defeat us, and we suffer.

I am now at the lowest point of my life...

and somehow it has changed my course of life.

Tèŕŕåńċę ™ - in need a hug

In Memory...

2007-11-10T05:15:00.000+08:00

Braz Jr CH St James Spring Hill Happily Even After - 'Oscar'

Oscar is my first imported American Cocker Spaniel from Brazil. Isn't he gorgeous?

Oscar winning his Braz Jr Champion Title

"You were so special in your own cute way in and out of the show ring, and no one can take that away from you. The memory of those soft eyes and that little squeaky bark and of course playfulness, will forever be engraved in my heart, soul and mind. Thank you for letting me be your human daddy here on earth. I was so proud to have that honor and privilege even though it was just a little while..."

Oscar's daughter - Yasmine & Star

Yasmine winning the Canada Champion Title

Star winning her Brazilian Junior Championship Title

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Malaysia Weights Buying Russia Spacecraft

2007-11-09T15:39:00.000+08:00

Malaysia is thinking of buying the Russian craft that carried the first Malaysian into space and putting it on exhibit to stimulate scientific interest among the country's youths.

Russia's space agency offered to sell the Soyuz TMA-11 craft to Malaysia and that negotiations were under way.

To the Russian, the spacecraft has no value anymore. Instead of throwing it to scrapyard, might as well sell to Malaysia; which the government will take it as something very valuable like gold bar.

If they were to purchase the Soyuz, where they wanna display it? Is it worth buying that just for display purposes? or should the government spend the money on other 'more important' stuff? How on earth by having that spacecraft in Malaysia will stimulate the scientific interest among the youths? No offence, but I really don't understand-loh

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Real Player v.11

2007-11-08T13:28:00.000+08:00

Real Player is probably the leader in terms of streaming media (streaming = plays as it downloads). I honestly hate having to stream media content, as it never looks or sounds very good, especially in slow connection; but for those with a fast connection then it'll be just perfect for you!

I mainly use Real Player to play MP3's or music in the Real format. Listening to MP3's on Real Player sounds very good and it doesn’t sound distorted when running or open other programs at the same time. There's hardly any interference. With this version 11, I can download streaming audio and video from youtube or other places easily using this software; so that I can view the videos anywhere, anytime I want.

It's free and can be downloaded from http://www.realplayer.com.au/

Tèŕŕåńċę ™

Kuching Food Trail

2007-11-06T01:03:00.000+08:00

With so many stalls to choose from, it’s not surprising that Kuchingites are divided in their opinions about where to find the best of the city’s signature dishes.

Sarawak Laksa

Unique to Kuching, this breakfast staple (also eaten for lunch and dinner) consists of thin rice vermicelli, prawns and strips of omelette and chicken in belacan based soup of coconut milk and spices.

Kolok Mee

Sarawak’s humble kolok mee is arguably less visually appealing than its counterpart – wanton mee. Yet many fans rave over its subtle flavour and crunchy bite. It’s topped with minced meat, prawns and spring onions, with a noticeable scarcity of vegetables. It’s widely available at coffeeshops and hawker centers.

Other Kuching Must-haves

Midin

Also called bidin, this is a type of jungle fern unique to Sarawak. Much sought after for its crunchy texture, it is usually cooked in one of three ways-stir fried in garlic, fried with belacan, or cooked with ginger and red wine ala foochow style.

Teh C Special

A Kuching specialty, this drink tastes as good as it looks. Served in a glass with three different distinctive layers –thick, gooey palm sugar at the bottom, evaporated milk in the middle and tea at the top-it’s deliciously yummy and standard fare at any kuching coffeeshop.

Tèŕŕåńċę ™

AirAsia

2007-11-05T01:15:00.000+08:00

Who would have known such a small airline from Malaysia which started out with RM40 million in debt and with it's tagline of "Now everyone can fly" would have such impact on the aviation landscape today...

Grown from a 2-aircraft fleet to 62 today, revolutionary achievements, outstanding performance and accelerated growth have cemented AirAsia as the leading and largest airline in Asia, and in growing from strength to strength, AirAsia has now proven itself to be worthy of the Airline of the Year 2007 award.

There are rooms for improvement, like cutting down flight delay rate and perhaps introduce frequent flyer programme...in which I believe that if they provide the same services provided by MAS and yet be able to keep it at low cost, I am sure the passenger load will increase.

"Teasing" MAS - Super Obvious...

P/S: Dato' Tony Fernandez, I doing free promo for you, got free air-ticket for me ah?

Tèŕŕåńċę ™

On Board Experience...

2007-11-04T16:35:00.001+08:00

I was expecting to be served the new MAS meal box when I was flying to Kuching. But somehow, I was served the normal meal which we usually get on board...

Nasi Lemak Sotong * Yummy...Yummy*

Alamak, two forks and no spoon ! How to eat leh ??? What is this ???

Luckily I had my not-so-fresh prawn kueh teow noodle in the Golden Lounge before I boarded the plane

Tèŕŕåńċę ™

Letter to Drs

2007-11-03T23:32:00.000+08:00

Dear Drs,

You want me to sponsor you...

I will if it's within my budget...

You want me to provide free training...

I will for the sake of building relationship...

You want 'additional' stuff when you purchase something...

I will give if I can afford to...

But please don't be unreasonable...

Like demanding 'a car with no engine to be able to function like a car with engine'.

I seek your understanding...

That sometimes I can't please all of you & fulfill all your demands...

All I can do is...

to try my very best...

and don't be a sicko, keep on complaining when the fact that nothing can be done.

When a 'car with no engine' can't function, don't complain and ask why...

Nothing is perfect in this world...

You're a doctor and don't expect me to help you all the time...

Just because you are a doctor...

doesn't mean you are a class above me...

Just because you have the purchase power...

doesn't mean you can squeeze me dry...

or 'control' me...

or even being unreasonable...

It's hard to please all of you, in the way you want me to...

But I have tried my best and what can I do?

Tèŕŕåńċę ™

Online Advertisement...

2007-11-02T06:52:00.000+08:00

Nuffnang - “Asia’s First Blog Advertising Community”

and

Advertlets - “Asia’s Better Blog Advertising Network”

Noticed the tagline for both the advertising company?

One claims to be FIRST, while the other claims to be BETTER

So which is good?

I have no idea….

That’s why I am being fair to both of the company :)

By having 2 ads each on my site…

But I do PREFER Nuffnang’s ads more…

Simply because their variety of ads are more…

and also more relevant to my blog…

and also more ‘colourful’…

and also more ‘interesting’…

Companies such as AirAsia, FireFly…(errr... where is MAS ?), TuneHotels, Maxis, Nokia etc are Nuffnang’s advertisers…

While I only see Toyota’s ad on advertlets so far.

I am really curious who pays more…

and it’s not easy to earn money from them…

If no click on the advertisement, then no money lah

How many of the readers will actually click on the ad?

and I am pretty sure not many people like to click on ad leh…

Unless it’s a really good ad, which can attract people like you to go sibuk-sibuk…

Still, I have seen people earning hundreds to thousands a mth from them…

and I am here to try this out.

Oh ya, before you close this window, click on the ad ya… :)

Tèŕŕåńċę ™

Bollywood...

2007-11-01T20:11:00.000+08:00

This is super funny....

Bollywood Boleh !!! :)

Tèŕŕåńċę ™

Enriching ...

2007-10-31T20:07:00.000+08:00

Being a member of Malaysia Airlines frequent flyer programme (Enrich),

and flying so often this year...

I got upgraded from my blue tier status to silver...

But I want a gold status...

so that I can have free meals all the time in the lounge

hehe :)

To achieve that, I need to fly twice the no. of times I flying now...

Which means I need to collect 50000 miles within a year... :(

sigh...

what a 'target' to achieve...

Tèŕŕåńċę ™

Hotel Seri Malaysia - Melaka

2007-10-30T15:57:00.000+08:00

I just came back from a 2 days 1 night stay at the Hotel Seri Malaysia, Melaka.

It is a 3-star hotel but definitely good value for money, considering the good room condition, the service I got from the hotel as well as its quiet location far away from town centre.

The hotel is located right after the Ayer Keroh toll. Room rate was RM130 nett for a standard room with two single beds.

Wi-Fi internet access available but payable at RM10 for every 3 hours.

Here, I stayed in a Standard Room, which was considerably spacious and very clean. The bathroom is also nice and clean. Bath towels provided are in good condition so no need to bring your own. However, I couldn't sleep well because the air-con was sooooo noisy.

I like the overall ambiance of the hotel because of its quiet location. Definitely good for families. It has the facility of swimming pool, table tennis, pool table (which I never get to enjoy). Great place for family vacation.

The room rate of RM130 nett comes with a breakfast for two. However, if you want breakfast go somewhere else. The food was terrible. For example: Orange juice is just like plain water in orange colour.

My preferred choice of hotel will be around town centre, but still...

I will come back here if i have no other choice...

Tèŕŕåńċę ™

Berjaya Times Square Hotel

2007-10-27T13:15:00.000+08:00

I had the opportunity to stay at Berjaya Times Square Hotel for the past 5 days 4 nights.

The hotel offers spacious suites and a huge swimming pool.

Most of the rest is not on par with what you get at similarly priced hotels in KL.

For example, the selection of TV channels included only a limited number of English language channels and neither CNN, BBC, Bloomberg, CNBC or other leading news channels.

No Astro, only blurry local channels such as RTM1,RTM2, TV3, NTV7 and 8TV….plus Vision Four channels…(old old movies)

The rooms are large and competitively priced. It is a suite, but the bathroom is really huge! I really don’t understand who designed it….perhaps they should provide bigger bed instead of a big bathroom.

The views over KL are nice. The food in the restaurant and room service varies from tasteless to OK.

pool view from my room

View of Pudu Jail from 14th Floor High

The gym is small and very basic while the pool is huge. It is a pity the pool closes already at 8 pm.

Overall, it was a nice experience staying over there.

Liked: nice room, nice view, great location...

Disliked: The elevators can really make your head spin...

Tèŕŕåńċę ™

Sick & Tired...

2007-10-27T04:16:00.000+08:00

I am sick…

I am tired...

I don’t eat properly...

I don’t sleep well...

I don’t go out...

All I do is sit and work and study.

My bedtime is 3.00 AM to 9.00 AM.

Somedays, if I am fortunate enough, I get to bed at 2.00 AM.

I have never ending work...

I have hectic schedule...

I need rest...

I am sick and tired of being sick and tired.

Tèŕŕåńċę ™

Problem ???

2007-10-26T16:32:00.001+08:00

Is there a problem with Blogger.com?

How come I have problems uploading images, creating post and etc?

It's taking too long to load...

I am falling asleep...

Maybe it's streamyx problem...

But I don't have problem with other sites...

So, what's the problem ? :(

Tèŕŕåńċę ™

Freebies...

2007-10-21T21:58:00.000+08:00

After 5 years of being loyal to Maxis,

I got myself a FREE phone from them.

@ Sony Ericsson K530i

Not bad...

But there's a catch...

I need to sign on a contract for 2 years...

That means I can't change operator for 2 years...

I have to use my current no. for another 2 years, and a minimum usage of RM150 per mth..

But what I care...

I have nothing to lose, my monthly bill exceeded that amount all the time...

So, I accepted the 'offer'...

and I am planning to sell it off...

Because I need cash and not the phone :)

Tèŕŕåńċę ™

The Extra Needs...

2007-10-21T17:32:00.000+08:00

I need more money...

Not that I am not earning enough...

But I need more for the future...

My house is coming up...

Seeing my 'baby' grows day by day...

Means that I need more money by the end of the day...

So that I can have more money...

For the house renovation...

For the furnitures...

For everything...

Thanks to ģяaceliм™ , I got myself hooked on to this blog creating stuff...

another way to make money online

So, what are you waiting for...

Click on the ad...

and support my sponsors ...

* in another way, support me * :)

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Hellos & Good-Byes

2007-10-20T22:11:00.000+08:00

Why can't we get all the people together in the world that we really like and then just stay together?

I guess that wouldn't work. Someone would leave.

Someone always leaves.

Then we would have to say good-bye.

I hate good-byes.

I know what I need.

I need more hellos. :(

Tèŕŕåńċę™

Touch Me...My New Toy

2007-10-20T22:01:00.000+08:00

Out of no where, I found myself at LowYat...my intention was to change the cover of my N70, end up with a new phone instead...and also had my N70 cover changed.

Introducing.....*drum roll...pls.....* HTC Touch,

a Pocket PC phone that tries to be a little different from the rest. I wanted a Pocket PC sometime ago...and I finally managed to have one now.

Setting aside the interface enhancements for the moment, I have to say that the Touch is a very pretty device – it's very small (smaller than any Pocket PC that I can think of) and so thin that it is slimmer than most candybar-style cellphones.

Then there's the finish. The Touch comes with the silky, matte-black finish, which means you can not only get a good, non-slip grip on it, but it is also a hard-wearing finish that can withstand scratches.

This is what I like the most, as I don't need to worry about getting scratches.
Do I like the Touch? Of course, after spending so much on it..I have to say YES, I can't say NO rite ? Surprisingly, despite its rather run-of-the-mill hardware specifications, I found that I really do like it. Also, I feel comfortable using it despite being a beginner in PDA.

The only real issue I have is the text input. I am so used to my Nokia phones' keypad and now typing with a stylus is something that I really need to get myself into it...

But then, nothing is perfect in this world...

Tèŕŕåńċę ™

Disclaimer

2007-10-20T21:07:00.000+08:00

Take everything here with a grain of salt, it's just me ranting...

The opinions expressed on this site are solely the author's, and not representative of any individual, company, corporation, government, head of state, or anyone or anything else I may have missed.

Read at your own risk.

If anything offends you, quit reading and don't come back. Oh and I stole this disclaimer from 'somebody' because I couldn't be bothered writing my own

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