Troubled & Worried

Last night was the day that I purchased the most number of stickers at a time and I had a great time selecting (I bought ALMOST each and everyone of it except of Tommy & Oscar's which I didn't quite like). I bought 21 pieces of stickers altogether *jumping with joy* which consist of Powerpuff girls, Garfield and McDonald's Farm sticker (classics). All these cost me only Rm 5, FIVE RINGGIT for all the 21 pieces. I guess there were having some clearance at the hall and I didn't bothered to notice where they are from. Besides stickers, I bought myself a pair of cute slippers. However, no pictures for the time being as my camera went battery dead again. I'll upload some of the pictures later.

Despite purchasing the things I like, I'm still troubled and worried. I'm not sure and haven't quite decided on what to wear for my convocation. Worst of all I have less than a week's time. Should I wear a formal blouse and skirts? or Should I wear a formal blouse and a pair of long pants? Should I be wearing black and white? What type of Heels should I wear? Covered? OMG so many to do yet I have not much time. Anyways, worst come to worst, I'll just grab whatever I have. It's just a day anyways.

Oh ya, yesterday I found a new member to add into my collection. This time, it is a living thing. Guess what? I found myself a cactus plant. I saw this cactus so pitiful as it was laying on the ground without any pots and only some soil surrounding its roots. Being a kind being *ceh* I brought it back and plant it in a pot. I hope it'll grow healthily. Talking about plants, when I was younger, I used to plant flowers. I remembered back in time when I went tuition and I always looked for flowers to plant after my t. I particularly love Portulaca because it is one of the easiest plant to grow and it looks very nice. All we need to do is, pluck a whole stem or if best from the root. If it is without the roots, immersed the plucked part into water and wait for roots to grow. When roots are visible, dig a hole and bury the root part. All this passion was put to a halt when I start seeing garden snails being lured around by my flowers. That's when I changed to potted plants which was mostly cactus. I chosed cactus because it's easy to manage.

Selamat Hari Merdeka Malaysia

Happy Independence Day to all Malaysians! Today is the day where back in the year of 1957, Malaysia declared its independence. I did not attend any countdowns as I expect jams to occur like the years before. I personally feel that this 51st National Day isn't as "hot" or intense as compare to years before. I don't see many cars carry the National flag, Jalur Gemilang nor many buildings display it. Some said probably it's due to the Olympics which diverted the nations' attention. Probably the current politic condition had also affected the nations' patriotism? Anyways, as long as we're living in a peaceful country, that's all that matters to me.

There are so many upcoming events and celebrations towards the end of the year. Firstly, today we're celebrating Malaysia's Indenpendence Day! Then, we'll have the "Bulan Ramadhan" (tomorrow starts?) when Muslims will fast for a month (weeee.... this means I'll be enjoying the Bazaar Ramadhan's food). I especially love caramel puddings and ayam perchik and kebabs and fried spicy spring roll and many more. On the other hand, the chinese will be celebrating the Mid-Autumn Moon Cake festival (14th September 2008) followed by Deepavali on the 28th of October. In the month of December, we'll be expecting "Hari Raya Qurban" (Feast of the Sacrifice), Christmas and "Awal Muharram" (Islamic New Year).

I'm most looking forward to Christmas. Since young, I've always loved Christmas. It's because it is an indication of the end of a current year and the entry into a new year. Besides that, during schooling years, year end (Christmas ) means we'll be having a long year-end-semester break. Also, I particularly loved Christmas because I like Christmas songs alot!! They are always joyful, merry and happy!! Then, the shopping malls will be fully decorated with colourful pretty Christmas ornaments. *Giggles* I can't wait for Christmas to come.

Pardon me, but I am feeling very Christmassy already *grins*

I have become a D-Addict

Recently, I've become a DRAMA ADDICT! What kind of drama? Hahaha, I couldn't believe it myself. It's Taiwanese drama. Let me explain that later. Anyways, I've been stucked at my monitor for days to complete the whole drama as fast as I can. Prior to this particular drama, I wasn't a fan of TAIWAN drama because I personally think that their movies are mostly sad love stories, alot of cryings, flashbacks and many more. Well, the drama I watched recently and which has successfully changed my stubborn opinion is actually "Bull Fighting / Hooping Dulcinea" (Dou Niu, Yao Bu Yao?). It's still on show on our local channel (?). At first, I didn't even bother watching it. However, as episodes by episodes were being shown I couldn't help but await patiently for the coming episodes. This was till my brother told me that he has a full episodes of it. That's when my addiction started and this explains the long pause I gave to my blog.

My first Taiwan drama was Meteor Garden (Season 1 and 2) (Liu Xing Hua Yuan) which I didn't actually watch the whole drama. I didn't want to get a mixture of feelings. This could be probably I'm a very very easily-emotionally-influenced type of person. When the story is sad, I get sad, when it's frustrating, I will get stressed-up and angry and when it's happy, I'll be happy. To be frank, even though it's already 2 days after I completed the drama, I'm still filled with thoughts of the starring(s) (Hebe & Mike He). I personally think the movie is touching. This is another reason why I never really like watching dramas.. I get too emotionally involved. Sad huh? Too much of drama really can affect me (?) *wonders*

I used to watch Korean drama as well but as I watched the 4th and 5th drama, I found that their storyline is about the same. They usually involve 1 man/2 women or 2 men/1 woman love story which saddens and frustrates me because I'm quite bias as I only support the actor/actress I like in a particular drama. I stopped watching such drama as I felt emotionally tired after a full series. One of the saddest Korean drama I've watched was Winter Sonata.

I realized Taiwan dramas show alot of flashbacks. So, there wouldn't be a problem if you've missed out the earlier episodes as there'll surely be showing flashbacks. This is an advantage to viewers however, to me, I find it a lil' irritating as I couldn't wait for the ending to come and they wouldn't stop wasting more time on repeating certain scenes. How frustrating when you can't wait to know the story more but they keep showing the previous scenes. *pif* Anyway, I guess I'm getting use to Taiwan drama and I wouldn't mind watching them *grins*

Death Race (movie)

Death Race

This is the movie I watched last night and it was so cool. Starring Jason Statham whom is also the leading actor in movies such as Transporter I and II, The Bank Job and Pink Panther. Besides Jason, there are also Tyrese Gibson (2 Fast 2 Furious & Four Brothers) and Natalie Martinez. There are some violence (rated 18SG) in the movie and a little bit of excitement during the races. There's a scene where they showed how a man died which I thought it was quite real. :) I do like this kind of movie. Besides this, I also like horror and thriller and sometimes comedy and romance movie. I don't want to spoil the movie by commenting it before anybody watches it since it was released just yesterday (21st August 2008). Do check it out!

Manage to snap a photo with Wall-E:

I'm in an awkward position because I think I'm sitting on cardboards. I wasn't quite prepared when this shot was taken. Anyway, beside me is Wall-E and a visible hand of Eva.

The Environment and Surroundings are our Reflections

The environment and surroundings I'm referring here includes everything, the natural environment, our friends, families, strangers, animals and etc etc (living & non-living). I've read a blog and it gives me this thought, the environment and surroundings are our reflections. Why do I say so? I do have my reasoning. Anyway, this is just my opinion and how I see life as it is.

We, as human plays an important role in the most of the events that has happened and yet to happen. Let's talk about the natural environment first. We dirty/pollute the nature, we see and feel the effect of it. We have to suffer what we have inflicted into the world. I do not have to further elaborate this as it's well known to all of us by now.

Humans, every single one of us, we breathe, we think, we feel, we see/touch/scent/hear and etc. However, we sometimes tends to think for ourselves more than others in another word, selfish. Of course there are exceptions. For example, parents do think for their child(s) more than anything. Anyway, what I'm trying to talk about is what we do, how we think and how we treat people will be reflected by another's reaction towards yourself.

Ever wonder why such events occur on you? Ever wonder why a person treats you in such a way that is different? Most of the time, IMO, probably it is something you have done or is doing to a person that makes him/her treats you so. There are many types of people in this world. Some are so nice and generous, some are demanding and selfish. It all depends on how you tolerate with a person to maintain a relation (I don't mean love only).

Certain people takes one event to make him/her-self to realize her own problem/mistake. However, there are people who is stubborn enough to not accept the fact and some not exactly knowing it. I, for one, is far from perfect, don't like to know my own problem and mistakes. I can be ignorant. I don't like to know my faults and I don't like to be dislike by friends/families. I am trying my best to improve every day and every second.

I still live by my principle, No One Is Perfect. Thus, I can't discriminate others, I can't look down on others, I must tolerate with others as much as I can, I have to be humble (knowing I'm not perfect) and not too humble till I am negative in life.

It's easier said than done. People, I believe, do realize the things I'm talking about now.. even way earlier than I do. If there are more tolerable people this world, it could be a better place to be in. Do not be too negative in life as it may affect people around you. Listen to people around you and you wouldn't know these people may be the one to help you and guide you towards a better life.

When you're down, when you're sad, when you're depressed, when you're unfortunate, stop and think, there are actually more unfortunate people around you. It's how you look at life and the way you look at life could actually change your perspective in life.

I always think this song is a meaningful song, especially when we/someone is down, this song can come in handy:

No pain, No gain

I have been sooo tired and it's because for the past few days, I have been to few places on different occasions. On Sunday, I was in Pavilion in the late evening, followed by IKEA (Ikano, Cineleisure and the Curve too) on Tuesdays and Midvalley as well as KLCC on Wednesday.

Start of with Pavilion, I had dinner and then went shopping a while before I witness Lee Chong Wei being defeated by Lin Dan right in front of Red Box where their TV was showing the match. I manage to buy a necklace with a 20% discount which I think it's something sweet and sophisticated. *Lol* another necklace to add into my accessories collection.

The necklace I bought

I have this (bad) habit of collecting things when I start to like them. Let me explain further on what I meant by 'COLLECTING' (in my terms). *Grins* For example, my stickers, I love them to death and I'm willing to spend a lot on them just so I can see my box filled with stickers even though knowing they have no benefit/use to me. I get the thrill and satisfaction seeing my collection(s) growing larger. There was a period of time when I love earrings and my earrings increased in numbers. Same goes to attires, bags, footwear, boxes etc, etc and now necklace I guess I'm into necklaces. That explains why my room packed with items. I sure hope in future, I would love money and start collecting them..bah!

As on Tuesday, I went to IKEA with my 2 pals, Sonia and Marcus. We were there since 11.45am up till 6pm. It has been quite some time ever since we hung out together like this. Unfortunately, this time, T.H. Quek wasn't able to join us. Anyway, we still had fun. I always enjoyed my friend's company, especially with old friends where we always talk back on our past to have a good laugh and this particular girl is always our victim (Sonia, Marcus, I bet you know who I'm referring to). Being with them helped me release my unhappiness too but they have to lend me their ears and may suffer so that I could nag and nag on my frustrations. This time, I manage to see Judy and even hold it. She's the most fragile pet I've ever come across; so timid, so light, so obedient and soooooooo cute!!!
Here are some pictures of us trying to post with Judy:

Judy with her food (given by her papa a.k.a Marcus; held by her papa also)

Posting for the camera

Judy being lectured by her papa


Sonia fondling Judy

We weren't kissing!

Judy trying to climb into my bag thinking that's her pouch

Judy trying to enter my bag, psst... probably she likes me more *GRINS*

Trying to smuggle her back my home. She's adorable and ticklish too
Marcus trying to help me get her to post for the camera

Sonia and I bought a bag each after asking for Marcus's opinion. In fact, we had more items in mind but it's better to save especially now that I haven't get a job yet. I went home with a happy heart and sore calves *smiles*

Casual bag for casual outings.

Then yesterday, I went to Midvalley and KLCC with Dave's mom since I was free. I got a good deal. Since my wallet is tearing apart, I got this Carlo Rino wallet for only Rm39; no defects, no stains or whatsoever.

My new wallet

From these outings, I got tired and I spent money but then I get to buy great stuffs at good deals, get to see my friends and I was happy. :) I even got some free samples of Tommy Girl and DKNY perfume. I assume this week, the shopping malls will be crowded because it's school holiday for a week now! So guys, do plan your outings well to avoid jams and also to avoid going million rounds just for a parking.

Bravo to our badminton player Lee Chong Wei

It is quite a waste that Lee Chong Wei didn't manage a gold. Nevertheless, he got a silver in the badminton men's single event in this Beijing 2008 Olympic. For the past two Olympics (Sydney 2000 and Athens 2004), Malaysia scored nothing. Malaysia has been returning home without any medals but this time around, we have at least a silver. It breaks my heart to witness the game knowing that the gold was furthering away from Malaysia. However, as a consolation, we now have a silver which is better than nothing. :) Heartiest congratulations to our Malaysian badminton player! Good job to all those who had also participated in the various events/games.

Speaking of Olympics, I still don't know why bowling is not included into the Olympic games. It's so sad to see our squash players (especially Nicole David) and our Malaysian bowlers unable to participate in this Olympics knowing that they have chance and hope in achieving good results and may come home with medals. I was curious to find out why bowling isn't in the Olympics so I surf the net a lil' and here are some sites that I found regarding on this issue:
1) http://www.cleveland.com/olympics/index.ssf/2008/08/well_knock_me_down_theres_no_o.html
2) http://www.bowl.com/articleView.aspx?i=12344&f=1
3) http://olympics.blogs.nytimes.com/2008/06/18/david-wallechinsky-gives-his-answers-to-readers-questions-part-ii/ (there is a small part on "why isn't bowling in the summer Olympics")
Is it due to lack of spectators? lack of players? lack of sponsors? lack of participating countries? Bowling is not the only game questioned, there are baseball and softball too.

It's been a tiring day for me because I've spent hours facing the computer on some ONLINE GAMES. :)
Ciao for now~~!!

Just not my day

Today especially isn't my day.

I felt so left out and sort of betrayed. I feel like a total donkey. I'm going through what others are going through but how come I do not get what the others have? I'm only human and I do have feelings. Do I not deserve good treatments? I do get tired and I do get upset. Do I not deserve a good break in life? I too will get sad and disappointed when I don't feel I'm important to a person. Do I not once deserve to feel good?

There are people that will never appear in your life if they don't feel you are useful. However, when such people needs you, they can even worship you till you're no longer useful again.

Today, again isn't my day because I know today that I won't be able to bowl tomorrow.

Today is just not my day because I know my sister isn't the type of sister I wish I could have.

Today isn't my day because I am a donkey.

Today isn't my day because I have to spend my resources on things that will never be mine and probably no one will appreciate it even.

Today isn't my day because I felt being used and taken advantage upon.

Whatever happened today, it's just the past. Tomorrow is a new day! Everyday is a new day when you'll never know what to expect. :)

When you are pushed to the limits

I believe all if not most of us will have experienced pressure given by family, peers and others. For me, it's more like having your patience tested. It's devastating to have yourself being cornered till you have no where to run or hide. Then probably you'll explode and turn into a different person. Time and time again when you're being taken advantage on, you'll feel stupider till one day you'll wake up realising what a fool you've always been. However, not everybody will have that 'WAKING UP' chance. Besides that, certain people may have already realised that he/she is being taken advantage on but just try to act normal or rather ignore the fact. So, do not take advantage on others. They may be your friend, family or even strangers and you will never know when you need them.

Taking advantage on others will definitely have more cons than pros. Firstly, you may loose a friend. You may loose a helping hand. You even may loose respect from others. Your reputation may be affected (rumours go around fast) and etc. etc.

As a person, we shouldn't be too demanding. We have to act and behave moderately. It's always easier said than done. I probably have this problem but of course, I will never stop to improve myself. However, these are just my thoughts. I realised, at times, people won't reveal to you right in the face on your faults but there'll be tell tale signs. We should be aware and be sensitive with our environment. Probably we should always put ourself into other person's shoes. If we do not want to be treated in a way, then we shouldn't treat others so. I personally will try not to give others trouble/problem to worry about because I don't like the feeling. It's more like feeling guilty and worry about what others will think of me.

Again, it's easier said than done. No one is perfect and I definitely have done something wrong to have make others unhappy. Of course, I'll try my best to be a better person. :)

Enough about opinions. Today, again I went bowling. This time I didn't score well. I only managed an average of 157.3. Sad sad day.

P/s: Why should you be so secretive? If you so don't want me to know anything then you don't have to pretend to maintain this friendship. I'm sorry but I'm in a NOT SO WELL mood.

Taman Connaught Pasar Malam (Night Market)

It has been quite a while since I last visited Connaught Night Market (Cheras). Now that I'm free, me and Dave went there last night. One of the reason I went was to buy my sis a doll I've promised.

I can't stop laughing looking at this CJ7. So cacat!! But then it's way cheaper here and it's not much different from those selling in the shops.

As usual, night markets are warm and crowded. I didn't buy anything for myself except FOOD. I saw a stall selling something new which is SNOW ICE (shaved ice) in a variety of flavours. So, I gave it a try. They have mango, durian, red bean, sour plum, sour sop, corn and chocolate. I tried Durian (big fan of durian) and it was not too bad except it was quite light in their flavouring. Their flavouring is not as strong as the one from Mill Wheel. However, the price here is cheaper and the portion is also larger. Each bowl cost Rm2.50. Thus, no complaint on their shaved ice in comparing the price difference.

The banner

The ice shaver machine

Durian shaved ice (snow ice)

On the other hand, I spotted 2 cuties at the Pasar Malam which were a Husky and a raccoon. Here are the pictures:

This husky's size is huge.


It is very obedient even when it spotted a cat, it doesn't spawn or bark. He listens to his owner.


So cute but at the same time it looks so pitiful. So adorable


It is playful, kept climbing and crawling around the cage


Naughty fellow, I just want to grab it and play with it.

Tiring Monday!

It's a tiring day as I went for bowling. However, I didn't quite enjoy it as I wasn't playing as usual. My bro and I are still figuring what went wrong. Both of us didn't get that usual feel. Anyway, despite all that, I manage an average of 176.4 (165 + 154 + 175 + 212) which indicates that I've improve a lil' ever since I got my new ball. :) I hope I can play better. Dad, I have another 200 to be added into the list for this year!

Before bowling, I hung out with the girls, Mich & Mel. Unfortunately, Pui Yen wasn't able to join us else we'll be hanging out like the usual us ever since our foundation years. I bought nothing but I am still considering on whether to purchase the necklace that I was attracted to. It is an onyx stone. Ever since I purchased a necklace gemstone (unfortunately I've forgotten the type of semi-precious stones on the necklace), I can't seem to stop being attracted to their beauty. I was never a gemstone lover and I'm yet to learn more about them.

We had lunch at IKEA and I didn't like the chicken chop so much today. Probably it was the texture of the chicken which was a bit hard or maybe I wasn't hungry then. As usual, I bought curry puffs. We didn't go around much as the time was limited. We were supposed to meet at 11.30 am but Mel had some errands to deal with and thus the meeting was delayed to 1.30 pm.

As I'm posting, I'm feeling sleepy. I think I better have a nap else I won't be sleeping tonight which I don't wish that to happen. Ciao for now!

My collections

I've been planning to rearrange my collections for quite a while ever since I've bought new ones to be added into my current ones. However, it's already 1.11am after arranging for about 45 minutes and I'm tired. I'll arrange it tomorrow most probably. Family and friends would know what collections I'm refering to. I'm a sticker fanatic.. Yeah, an EXTREME sticker fan. *lol*

However, I'm not going to show and talk about my stickers today as I still need more time rearranging them into their own specified category :P and YEAH, I do have my ways in categorizing my stickers. Instead of stickers, I'm proud to present my small collection of PINGU. I'm not sure how many knows about Pingu but I love them ever since I saw them on TV during my previous sem (Year 1) breaks (previously shown on TV2, 8am).

A brief introduction of Pingu. Pingu is a Swiss animated clay penguin shown in series. Pingu is the main character and he has a sis penguin named Pinga and his friend, Seal. Pingu is a playful penguin where there's a moral story behind each series. I personally feel that Pingu is an educational program. Pingu has a signature sound "mweeek(p) mweeek(p)".

Pingu


Pingu's family and friends

Here are some pictures of my Pingu & Pinga collection:

My Pingu wooden toy collection

Wooden toy No. 1, 3 and 4


No. 5, 6 and 7


No. 8 & 9


No. 10, each toy has their unique indication printed on the box.


The 10 wooden toy collection.
(The picture was blur due to lousy photography skill and camera)

There are supposed to have 10 wooden toys for a complete collection. However, I didn't manage to get No. 2 (which was Pingu with a teddy bear) :( because it was purchased by some Pingu lover before I manage to get it. Although the wooden toys are small, they do have special parts which are movable, for instance, the wheels. This collection was funded (*lol* few years ago) mostly by my boyfriend and my sis as well as my own hard-saved pocket money. They are now kept safely inside my box which is yet to be changed as it's overflowing with my stickers :(

080808

Today is the 8th of August year 2008. Today will be the day of the official opening ceremony of the Olympics in Beijing. None the less I'll be watching it on TV. In my opinion, this is the event of the year that shouldn't be missed especially when China is hosting it. I personally think that China is always well rehearsed and prepared in their performances.

The Olympic symbol

I'm looking forward to tunning into events such as gymnastics, diving, synchronized swimming, volleyball and probably table tennis and badminton but I DEFINITELY won't be watching SOCCER!!!! *Evil LOL*

The Chinese believes that 8 is a lucky number but today, I woke up feeling moody (PMS). I don't feel LUCKY at all. I'm unhappy, I'm sick, I'm in agony as my lip was dry, I'm frustrated and I'm restless. :(

These are the questions why I'm frustrated and slightly angry: Why can't everything be equally shared? Why must I pay more than half of others? Am I being taken advantage on? Why is it always the same case? I don't see why I don't have to be calculative. :( Even my bf thinks that I'm stupid always being treated so.

I am back but I miss my home

Recently I've not been online as I was back to my hometown and was busy with LAZYING and RESTING!! *giggles* That explains why I've been MIA from my blog and even facebook. Anyway, I'll be BIA (back in action). Now that I don't have to go for classes, I certainly am not used to my current lifestyle. I feel so restless and so much is going in my mind. Sometimes I feel I'm confused and probably that's part of adapting to my new and soon-to-be life (working life).

I'm worried about getting a job in the field I've completed. Every time as I look for any vacancy, i got more disappointed each time but I will not give up. Something has to work out. :) That's life! Nothing is easy and nothing always comes in our way. Rain or shine, we'll have to go through it. Before all that, I need to learn how to write my CV. My dad even got me a book on that. Thanks dad! *muacks*

Currently, I feel so much better. My friend is talking to me again! I really appreciate it. I would say, I really miss my friends back in Uni. I do have a lot to post but I misplaced my cables :( It's a wet day today and I'm feeling bored. I have nothing to do!!! Shopping needs money so I would rather stay at home. Besides that, my bowling has improved a lil' bit since my dad and bro advised me on certain skills and fitness I must possess. Can't wait to play again soon.

I miss my dad and my sis. Even my eldest sis in Saudi! How i wish we all could stay under 1 roof. The thought of them makes me sad. Hope to see all of them soon.