Thursday, March 30, 2006
Minus
I'm 2000+++ buckaroos poorer. Any kind soul want to make a difference in my life? Start donating!
boo. hoo.
boo. hoo.
Posted at 5:58 PM
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
Humble beginnings
He was 20 when he started to sell varieties of malay kuih placed at shops. Few years later, he got himself a tiny rental space in a coffeeshop and start selling more types of food. Now, 10 years since the minor effort embark, he owns a reasonable stall, hired workers, drive a Ford Focus and a proud father of 2. Oh the best part; he is a Secondary 4 dropout.This isn't the only person I know with such an inspiring background. Another contrast comparison would be a guy of the same age whom struggled to get good education, went thru University and is now holding a respectable enough position in a big firm but yet earns just enough to support himself and family. As opposed to the first guy mentioned.
Both made effort (usaha) in the best way they can afford. But rewarded in different forms. Bottom line; rezeki is individual's gift from HIM. But heck it does make me wonder why I never thot of selling epok2 or roti boyan after O levels!!
Here I am still unsure about where I really want to channel my ideas. Semangat 2 minit!! Aku nak jual teh tarik je ah kat Arab street!!
Posted at 5:33 PM
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
Breathe In and Out
Finally a breath of fresh air!! Add fresh viewing pleasure to that!! Thanks to LindaNJ for her selfless nature. But the timeI wanted to blog about the most expensive breakfast I ever had this morning but look at the time now -> 5:59PM. It's almost knock off hour. So naturally the blog topic of choice is overdue and unwated. Kar puiiik!!
Notice how many words begins with V is used in this template? Coincidence.Really.
Posted at 5:51 PM
Friday, March 24, 2006
The Sky Is Falling???!??!!!!
Let's do the Chicken Little dance!
Not because the sky is falling but because it's Friday! And it's the beginning of the NATAS fair. Believe it or not we have yet to go for our honeymoon. Not that it is a MUST or of importance lah. But it would be nice to get away and travel a bit. Short trip pon jadi lah. Since we have other plans next year and me probably going to take some certified courses, our pockets only have room for short trips. Especially my pocket. Plus I can't take long leave because my company is oh so blardy stingy generous. The sufferings of a contract staff. Kaar puiik!! (talk about being contented....ok ok I am content for having a job!)
It has been soooooo long since I flew leh. Miss that sickening smell in the aircraft. Never fail to make me wanna puke. Not air sick. Never was. But just the smell makes me sick. And I'm missing that. Does that make you sick? The return trip to CA is blardy unfairly cheap compared to the price we paid few years ago. Ching chong fun betol! But it will be a waste lah if stay for only a couple of days.
I'm so excited!! But we prob won't end up booking anything if the flight schedules don't fit ours. Bleargh! Ok ok beeeeeeeeeee optimistic!!
*mareeeeeya eeeeee mareeeeya oooooooh mareeeeya aaaaah mareeya ah ah aaaaahhh*
Posted at 9:15 AM
Wednesday, March 22, 2006
Contentment
What kind are we looking for? The kind that makes us happy? But happy for how long? Or the kind that make others go green? I looked around myself and find that we work too hard to achieve our own vision of happiness in this world. In many many forms and ways that fits best to seek that contentment. Something that can only last for a period of time. Something that should be reffered as a temporary contentment. How could that be ...Look up the dictionary and you will see what I mean. "Content : Desiring no more than what one has; satisfied."
hmmmmm
On another different scenario would be of the retail kind. Maybe this month she would buy a Gucci bag/shoe/shades/apparel. Feeling all glee with eyes-rolling from getting compliments. And then the contentment just died off after a while and which means moving on to a Prada is the best remedy. Leading to another Coach (as in the brand lah not the bus) on the tow. Another LV would do no harm. And then a Ferragamo is just a must-have. Goes on and on and on.
I am not saying that to have those things or work hard to achieve comfortable life is wrong or unacceptable. I am guilty of the same thing too. But what bothers me is the pattern in seeking THAT form of satisfaction. Or in fact it's lack of satisfaction. That is all there is to it. A temporary contentment.
Macam yang selalu kita dengar, let's say this together everybody ; "Tak tahu bersyukur eh?" Yes memang bersyukur. Tapi nak lebih. Camane tu? We always want a bigger trophy at the end of the first finishing line. Kirakan macam "dah kasi peha nak badan" lah gitu.
In this life and in the purpose of this world, can content and satisfation be ever fulfilled. I see my glass as half full and empty at the same time... Jia lat.
Edited-22.03.2006::2.59pm
Posted at 10:14 AM
Monday, March 20, 2006
Doom Avenue
Yesterday was quite an experience. Meeting those people. I never really fully understand the nature of their activities. Mostly have been misunderstood by the community. Being perceived as the "irresponsible who leaves their family behind". Yeah but only for a short period of time. And not in an irresponsible manner at all. And for a good cause.We are not that much different actually. The only thing that sets us apart is the actions we take. While we are the observer who sits back and just disapprove in our hearts and mind, they are the one who take a step forward and deliver the message. It doesn't make them superior. Nor do they FEEL superior. But it is in most mind of ours that say otherwise. If we were less conceited and take it in on a positive stride, perhaps we could make things easier for them.
This is a generation that needs people like them. A society that can't do without these movement. It doesn't take you to be a so called qualified leader to make this contribution. If we leave it to just the publicly-perceived as competent group of people than we are on a road to Doom Avenue. But again, like what Hubb said; "It's a work of choice, not by enforcement". Not everyone has the flair or courage to do as such. I myself was overwhelmed by it. But receptive to his surprise.
And believe it or not, it's not a cause to ridicule or degrade anyone. Nor is it to personify their status. Just a flow to help others and most importantly help reflect themselves with constant reminders by reminding others. Get it? As simple as that.
Ps: due to the nature of the people mentioned. Identity of group is not disclosed.
Posted at 10:01 AM
Thursday, March 16, 2006
Throbbing..
spinning..berdenyut-denyut.Kepala................ kepala aku lah. Abeh kepala
So many things on the unsorted mind. Causing unnecessary bulge to the eyes.
But this pic just made my day lah. Aku tengok pon sampai terikot senyum gigi.
On a less bouncier note ; my younger bro the rebel said this when I gave him the mouthful : 'Biar hanyut ... jangan ganyut.'
Ciz bedebah punya budak. Aku nak marah pon sampai terketawa.
Posted at 12:47 PM
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
Walk The Line (Not a review)
Our sengkek taik hidong masin selves brought back 6 DVD from the Batam trip. Buy 5 get 1 free. And it's only S$3 per DVD. Shhhhhhhhhh. Last night we watched this despite being so sleepy. I'm not going to do a lengthy review on this. Read: tak kuasa. A story about Johnny Cash whom needs no introduction. I thought Joaquin did a really great job potraying his role. It was Oscar worthy. Reese was great too but not really oscar material compared to Joaquin. To me, it wasn't a movie about how he rise to fame. But it's about friendship, love, family and above all about how important it is to be supportive and having faith in the ones we care about.
It is so easy for us to belittle the ones closest to us and not realising that having such intense faith can make such a huge difference in another's life. If only we focus on the positive part and help 'em bring it out instead of battering by ridiculing the flaws. Quite a meaningful message if you ask me. Depends on how you choose to see it.
The Real Johnny Cash and June Carter
Ps : Now I can't wait to watch Jarhead.
Posted at 11:09 AM
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
Falsified
The head is kinda wooosie this morning. So staying put at my desk is a wise option. Not that I don't have any work to do. Sesungguhnya kepala saya pening. My fingers were having a mind of their own and chose to google my blog link. And guess what I found at the bottom of the list ?
Firstly, how come it's titled as Sabbie?
And secondly, A BORN RACIST?? ME?? WHAT?? The stupid link is broken.
So I looked through my posts. I had an entry with that title lah dey. Panicked for no reason. Cet!
Don't blame poor silly me. Just look at the way it was put in that line.
Posted at 11:09 AM
Monday, March 13, 2006
Yok ke Batam
Last Saturday was a spontaneous trip to Batam. Mr Hubb have never been there while I have only stepped foot once and vouch to not go back because of the sucky ferry ride that caused me to literally spill my guts out. Cet! And the apek sebelah laughed at me ok! In my face! Ptuih!Well that was several years ago. When he suggested to go last Sat, my eye-balls almost popped out. "U serious?? What for??" Ok I know... stupid question. Anyhoo we got spruced up for the trip. My lack of enthusiasm was lacking in discretion for he could sense it. Nevertheless, the thought of us being unfamiliar with the places there was kinda worrying. The last thing I want is for him to be kidnapped and sold for prostitution. Heh! Like as if the bus ride wasn't torturing enough to HarbourFront I had to endure the boat ride for another hour. The boat was just about to move I was already green. Sheeesh. "Tak rock ah uuuu". Ptuih! But this time I was fully aware of my bodily reaction towards the circumstances hence preparation was the smart way to go. Minyak kapak! No buasam could be found hence the minyak will do. Tenye lah kau nyah. Told him I'm going to stay outside the cabin to avoid another vomitting episode. And bravo! I survived the 50 mins ride. With no buasam ok!
We jalan-jalan and realised that Batam's fashion industry isn't exactly a trendsetter material. It is more known as the 'Sleazy Town' for some people no?? So we decided to visit a spa. Farmosa hotel suggested Trinity. Off we go. I was totally unprepared for this. He insisted to pamper me and choose the 150mins herbal body treatment instead for just the 30min body scrub (Batam panas lah dey..berpeluh ketiak aku..nak mandi punya pasal.) It was kinda weird having someone scrubbing and massaging ur entire body. And I really mean ENTIRE. When she was at my belly, I was thinking to myself "will she go further up?" And before I could finish that thought her hands were squeezing my 'humble mountains'. Errrrrrrrk. And the blardy cold aircon wasn't helping. After the whole thing I felt so so so so so squeaky clean. I tink even a newborn baby would spank my arse. So refreshing. So best! So cheap some more!!
Overall the trip was worth it lah. We only changed SGD$100. I get to go for a full body treatment and he got the traditional urut for 1 hour. Luckily the male masseur didn't go Brokeback Mountain on him. Haha. And on top of that we still had money for cab fares, his khaki pants and not forgetting food food and food. Money well spent!
In case you're wondering why I'm not putting up any pics. I brought the camera....without the memory card!! Pandai kan??????!!?!?!?!?
Posted at 11:39 AM
Thursday, March 09, 2006
feeling. not well.
crap = me
crap = me
Posted at 4:39 PM
Tuesday, March 07, 2006
No Entry
There is nothing to blog about today. Really.Staring at the monitor. Sleepy eyes. Lazy bum. Tired feet. Cold fingers.
I really have nothing to say lah. I mean what is the point of logging in to blogger.com but no new entry to add anyway. Don't you agree? Only goondoos log in and have nothing stimulating to talk about and end up blogging about nothing. Such a waste of time.
Erm...now what was I about to say. Nothing. *Yaaaawwn*
Posted at 3:18 PM
Monday, March 06, 2006
The Notebook
Friends and people at work come to me for buying-a-notebook/desktop advise. Ironically, I'm the one that is having a hard time to decide as of now. So many brands, so many features, so many prices. Can I just go Eeeni meeni mainee moo ... catch a bad boy by his smelly toe. Ok maybe not. But I seriously can't decide. Everyday I come to work I would stare at Dell, Acer and Hp website and compare the specs. Everyday ok. Over the same models. Xiao.Choosing a notebook is like making a decision on your soulmate lah. The specs MUST fully meet your needs and requirement yet not painful on your bank account. And at the end of the day, you are one SATISFIED user. How about that? Am I right or am I left?
And since all I need is just the basics. Dell Inspiron 630m looks like the best choice. And very affordable too. S$1,518 only.
I bet the hubb wishes that I have just as basic needs when it comes to him too. Nyah nyah nyah.
And the best part is; reading so many reviews online is still not helping me to decide. Bleargh!
Posted at 10:08 AM
Thursday, March 02, 2006
To Buy or Not to Buy
I never cared much about Prada, Gucci, LV, Fendi, Ferragamo etc etc. Well I'm no Paris Hilton. The closest I am to her is that we both have elbows. I never believed in spending $500 over just one handbag. And with all those replicas out there, ain't it a pinch when you know someone else have bought an identical piece at a steal. But the past few months, I have been eyeing some bags from Coach.com. Not that I'm about to morph into Paris all of a sudden. I just fancy some of the bags. I didn't say I WON'T spend such $$ over a bag. I just don't find it practical. And the last thing I will do is ask him to get it for me. I'm more of a 'I'll-get-it-myself-if-I-want-it'. It has been a month of surfing the website and admiring the pretty little bags. I'm a bag-freak. I DON'T need a reason to buy a new piece adding to my mounty collection. I just have to have it!But I ended up buying this :
For him. A birthday gift. I wanted something funky yet professional to suit his job and personality. This laptop/document bag is perfect! Raoul has excellent stuff for men. Usually I only jeling-menjeling when I walk by it. This time, I walked straight in. Didn't get any discount with my Suntec card though. Pfffft. It's a cool multi-purpose bag that has a handle, a strap, and also can be attached to a luggage's pull-up handle. Very cool huh. Exactly what he needs for his work trips. The material is excellent too!! He will definitely look young, groovy yet professional with this bag. I can't wait to see the expression on his face later. Other brands I have seen are just way too tua-looking for him.
The question is; why is it that we never think or blink twice when getting gifts regardless of the digit on the price tag for the ones we love but it takes endless consideration when buying something pricey for ourselves???
Like last year, I was REALLY close to buying a new latest handphone for myself. Not that I need one. My fingers just itch when new ones come out. Natural reaction ah. But I ended up buying the black MotoRazr for him. No special occasion. His suicidal nokia handphone was committing such terrible connection-crimes lah.
Hmmm....so will it be the Coach bag and new handphone soon? We'll see......