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2009-02-05T12:06:00.009+08:00

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2009-01-31T11:04:00.003+08:00

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Mariah Carey Performs ‘Hero’ Dedicated to Obama

2009-01-22T15:00:00.001+08:00

“I wrote this song to inspire people that anything is possible. Tonight I think we believe that, a whole lot more. This is for everybody out there with a dream, and of course, I have to dedicate it to our new president.”

That was Mariah’s dedication to U.S. President Barack Obama last night (January 20, 2008) as she took the stage at the first ever Neighborhood Inaugural Ball at the Washington Convention Center in Washington D.C. Mariah proceeded to sing her inspirational 1994 # 1 platinum selling song “Hero” in front of millions of attendees and TV viewers of the historic event. – Source: Mariah Carey Facebook page

Honestly, I don’t know if she was having a bad day, her once known “powerful” voice isn’t as “powerful” as 15 years ago when she first perform the song. But nevertheless….it’s still Mariah and she still makes it sound good. =)

Life Is Like Walking In A Shoe Store

2009-01-10T23:22:00.001+08:00

You know the saying "..if the shoe fits"? Life in general is all about decisions, comforts and being practical. It's exactly like being in your favorite shoe store. If you're a person that likes shoes (like me), and if you see that taboo 4-letter word "S-A-L-E" on the shoe store display, you can feel moment you enter the store, you know you're fucked. It's because of the temptation of buying a pair that comes with it upon entering the store. Yes, you have the option of not going in, but come on....that don't usually happen now does it? You would still want to step in and look around to see if there is anything that you fancy. It's called giving in to temptation, and I know everyone as humans are guilty of it.

Firstly, there are decision to be made to pick one (or two), since almost every pair of shoes are on sale at the store. Life too is about making choices. Decisions are made based on the pros and cons of each choice. Choosing a pair of shoes is not rocket science, but choosing a decent pair that suits you well and that is long lasting is pretty much the same as deciding on a long term investment plan. In life, there are so many decisions to be made like which job, which insurance policy, which house to buy...the list is endless. When you choose a pair of shoes, you would also want it to last as long as they can and not have the soles come off just a week after purchasing it. You wouldn't want to hesitant into making a decision just because it looks nice, but the quality is lousy. You'll regret it later if you do that.

"Why I always have to choose? Can't I have all?...Arrgh!"

Now, when you see a pair of shoes that you like, you would want to try it on first. Pretty much like starting a relationship with someone. You would want to try out to see if it fits and if they are comfortable. Always remember, if fits well, it's not always necessarily comfortable. Most shoes has to be seasoned to feel extra comfortable. So before you go get married or something, it is necessary for both parties to feel comfortable with each other which requires time.

"Yes it fits perfectly!...but not really comfortable leh!"

Now lastly, it's about being practical. If you already have those pair of shoes in similar design or color, it's not really necessary to be getting another...unless it is a replacement for the worn out pair. Life is the same. It's all about being practical and not being spendthrift. Certain things are "nice to haves" while others are "must haves". Everyone one can do without the former unless they have a little bit more saved up and would like to reward themselves. People need to know the clear distinction of the two especially with the slowdown of the global economy.

So, the next time you walk into a shoe store, just remember these things. Who would have thought that shoe shopping and life can have so many things in common huh? I bet you would see things a little differently now.

Note: Pictures from GettyImages.com

The 2008 NYE Party @ Lanson Place

2009-01-05T22:25:00.001+08:00

I know I know, this post is waaay overdue. Some of you have asked what I did for NYE this year and wondered why there isn't any photos up on my blog or even Facebook. Well, the reason is simple. I didn't post up anything sooner is because I didn't have the photos to begin with. Since there will be an ample amount of cameras there that night, I resulted to be the "superstar" for once and let others take the photos. I only got the photos today when I went back to the office as I was on a long leave since 27th of December last year (are you jealous?).

Anyway, this year my friends and I all rented a 3 bedroom service apartment, Lanson Place, in the heart of KL City. The booze was flowing like water and there was even 2 sheesha units which was really cool! I think the room had about 20+ people at one point as friends brought friends, which was great.

These are just a few sample shots or rather the more decent ones taken that night...

that's strawberry flavored sheesha...yumm!

"Haaapy Neeww Yeeeaarrr!!"

Since we're up on the 10th floor in a prime location, we could see the fireworks display from KLCC up close as well as from Jalan Bukit Bintang area. We partied until the next morning where we then had complimentary breakfast before heading home. There were a couple of casualties that night, some incidences and some photos which cannot be posted online even! But the main thing is everyone had fun...what a night it was!

* Click here for more less decent pictures from that night

Note: All photos are courtesy of Jek Tan. Thanks Jek!

This Year…

2009-01-01T00:15:00.000+08:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

This year, is gonna be incredible

This year, is gonna be the one

All the planets are lining up for me

This year, I’m gonna have fun

This year, I’ll paint my masterpiece

This year, I’ll be recognized

I can feel like I’ll fall in love for real

This year, this year

January, I’ll learn to fly

February, love’s gonna find me

March, April, May, I’ll get carried away

This year, I’ll reach the pinnacle

This year, I’ll get to the top

People will ask where he get that energy

This year, I’m never gonna stop

I’m gonna have fun

Just watch me now

This year

…

Oh My Dear Candice...

2008-12-29T11:53:00.001+08:00

It happened just so sudden. I wasn't prepared for it. It was a rainy night, and I was traveling back with her after a night out with some friends when it happened. She began to act weirdly, as though she is trying to tell me something. I just ignored and carried on. She reacted even more violently....choking, shaking, gasping for air...as though it was a sign that her time is up. Yet I pushed her to go even further, thinking that she was just being emotional and will come to her senses soon. Then it happened...the next day...she didn't respond to me calling. There wasn't a sound...not even a whisper. Is she dead?! I panicked and called for help. A friend came over to help me try "resurrect" her but to no avail. I called for the professionals and they came and took her away in hopes of reviving her. I pray that she will be well and that everything will be ok again...and that it doesn't cost me a bomb to fix my car!

My Little Hideaway

2008-12-21T00:19:00.001+08:00

Have you ever got that special feeling when you were a kid, that whenever you are in a place, say a toy shop or a candy store, your eyes lit up...you feel like you're in wonderland, never wanting to leave...and that nothing else in the world matters? Well, for me, I have one such particular hideaway that has always been dear to me. It's not a toy shop nor is it a candy store...my hideaway has always been this particular record shop in Subang Parade. Yup, it always brings back so many memories, simply because I spent hours there after classes during my college days just listening to stacks and stacks of CDs without actually having to purchase any! Each time I'm there makes me feel like a kid in a toy store...never wanting to leave and I'll be so happy!

You see, this particular record shop used to be known as Pennylane. Back then, it was the only record shop I know that would actually allow you to listen to CDs without you purchasing it. Pennylane is small, simple and provides a very cozy environment for listening. Think of it like your local neighborhood pub. Not too commercialized, yet it draws back the loyal customers because of its simplicity and friendly customer service. Come to think of it, I used to frequent there so often that the owners always ask me how I am whenever I came by for a visit. Can you also imagine, how much I have spent purchasing CDs from there over the years? (yes I buy a lot...and I mean A LOT of original CDs....you won't even imagine!)

Fast forward 7 years later, Pennylane is no longer there, but it has been bought over by Rock Corner, a music store chain owned by Eastern Records. But even when Rock Corner took over the outlet in Subang Parade, they never expanded the size of the store, which kept the small cozy feeling I still like, unlike other Rock Corner outlets. Yes, even though it's now a place of a different name and interior, the feeling is very much the same each time I go there. It's funny because I don't get the same feeling for any other Rock Corner outlets I visit....maybe it's just nostalgic to me.

my little hideaway..

So today, I was in Subang Parade to meet a friend up. I was early by an hour, so I went to my favorite hideaway....and guess what?...I end up purchasing 3 CDs! Sigh!...I can't help it! It's the one place in Malaysia that I can spend like the whole day there if time permits.

The 3 CDs I purchased..."An Evening of Jazz with Cat", "Eriko Ishihara" & "Julia Duncan"

Oh...there is also another place which has a similar effect on me each time I visit Singapore too. This place called That CD Shop situated at Pacific Plaza on Scotts Road...the added bonus of this outlet is maybe because the promoters are cute and hot! Hehe!

So now you know if I'm feeling a little under the weather...you know where to find me. ;)

Chowtut Nights

2008-12-13T20:06:00.000+08:00

The term "Chowtut" is frequently used amongst my group of drinking buddies from work. It simply means an overdose or the state of becoming super high on a certain substance. For example, you can say "That fella got really super chowtut yesterday!" which simply means he was fucking high yesterday. The substance can be of any sort...alcohol, drugs, sex, food...the list goes on!

Having said that, during the pass week, my friends and I had 2 chowtut sessions. The first was last Saturday night at Tao Modesto's at Plaza TTDI. You see, it's been a long while since we had one of these big drinking sessions. Actually, it was ever since that my colleague Jek had twins. Last Saturday was one of the few "passport" moments for him where he can get to go out drinking with us so we just have to utilize the moment. That night, we started off with 2 bottles of whiskey and ended up doing shots of different sorts. The night started off quiet as there were only a couple of us there at first. Then, as more people came, and the alcohol began to flow...things became more fun!

To be honest, after the drinking session, we went for supper at a nearby mamak but what happen after that was a total blur to both Jek and I. We didn't really remember much after that and I for one didn't know how I got home. Sound really scary actually. It's as though we were teleported back to our respective houses.

Click here for more pictures from Tao Modesto's

Then last Wednesday night, Jek wanted to clear his old wines and liquor to make way for a new stash which he bought recently. If you ask me, it's a darn good excuse for drinking. LOL. This time, I decided to play host and get people to come by my condo to wreck havoc. Again we started off slow with wines and then moved to whiskey. I whipped out a bottle of tequila from my stash and it was hit! I decided to down everyone with tequila shots. It's a new bottle mind you and by the night is done, there was only 1/4 of it left...and all these only through shots and no mixers! Imagine that!

the ammunition..

tequila shots

chowtut??

Anyway, it was a blast and I bet everyone had fun. No one really got chowtut that night actually, but Rabin was talking a lot of cock and we all were laughing non stop till wee hours in the morning.

Until then...click here to view more pictures from that night.

Absolut Masquerade

2008-12-02T02:06:00.000+08:00

Look what I got all the way from London...

It's this year's holiday gift pack, and boy is it sexy. Covered in a sequins jacket, it even comes with a zipper! I can just imagine it screaming "UNZIP ME AND TASTE ME NOW!!" Haha...and so far I haven't seen it right here yet...so THANKS LYNN Look out for some more cool stuff from London for me ok?! =)

My Chill Out "Jazzy" Week

2008-11-30T18:23:00.001+08:00

Of late, I have been going bar hopping a lot. No, not because I'm happening, but because there are some really good Jazz acts that are really worth going to. On Wednesday, some colleagues and I decided to go to Sevenatenine for their Bar Night, which featured their international mixologist and also it's our excuse to finish up our bottle which was "parking" there since September. Also featured was a quartet group called G-String. Kinky as it might sound, they are actually quite good. Thanks Jolene for getting us a table right in front of the stage. We were later joined by my friend Michelle and Joshua to what was a nice night out.

Rabin & I

Chui & Sonia

Our bestest best friend, Mr. Johnny Walker

Rabin and his "Around the World" drink...he was gone after that

Michelle & I

G-String!

On Friday night, I was at Alexis Ampang together with Elisa and her friends for Ida Mariana. This is my first time listening to her perform and I must say, she is really good. Sorry about the blur images below though. Didn't have my camera with me then, so have to resort to using my mobile's camera which is practically useless for night shots. Us sitting quite a distance away didn't help either.

Ida Mariana

Then last night, I was at No Black Tie for another performance. This time it was Albert Sirimal (guitar/vocals), Badar (percussions/vocals) and a special guest saxophonist. They don't have an official name for their band though but they were really really good. They did really good Bossanova renditions of Carol King's I Can't Hear You No More, Lionel Richie's Stuck On You and even Michael Jackson's Human Nature which I thought was absolutely brilliant!

The unnamed band...which was really good

So there, my quiet and chilled out week filled with Jazz. I'm starting to believe that I am getting a bit too old for clubbing nights already. Don't get me wrong, It's not that I don't enjoy clubbing, I still do...it's just that going for a Jazz night out is simply more fulfilling.

New Zealand Natural Turns 5

2008-11-25T20:55:00.000+08:00

Last Tuesday, New Zealand Natural celebrated their 5th year in Malaysia. Now with 12 outlets in total, it seems they only can become bigger in years to come. Being their interactive agency, we were invited to attend their anniversary celebration held at the Waterfront of Desa Parkcity. There was a jazz band, celebrities, good food...and of course UNLIMITED ICE CREAM!

There were games and prizes to be won as well. Integricity seemed to "clean house" when it came to the question and answer sessions (we should right? Since we did their stuff). Either that or no one really wanted to participate. There was also a treasure hunt to find hidden ice cream cups, a "guess the flavor" competition, as well as a New Zealand Haka war dance competition.

There was quite a turn out considering it was a work day..

The jazz band

Terence being fed ice-cream by a celebrity in "Guess the flavor" contest.

Can you spot the ninja? hehe..

Warren & Alex does the Haka war dance

"...to 5 great years!" - Yao Han, Kevin & Paul

The cake

NZN's latest Christmas Sundae creation

CONGRATS NEW ZEALAND NATURAL!!

Just looking at the pictures above, you can tell we had a good time. Who knew that having 3 scoops of ice-cream and finger food could last me till dinner time. =)

The Weekend That Was..

2008-11-24T20:15:00.000+08:00

After a stressful week of work last week, I decided to have a fun filled weekend. Yes, I really needed the weekend to unwind...chilling out, catching up with friends and just not think of work basically. On Saturday night, I met up with some friends for Moonshine at The Apartment KL, where Mia Palencia and Reza Salleh was performing. I must say, whilst the music is good, the venue isn't really built to stage this kind of performances. The ambiance isn't as good as say...No Black Tie or maybe because the positioning speakers and setup was not good. Nevertheless it was a nice event.

Mia Palancia (center) feat. Melina William & Zalila Lee

Reza Salleh

Zara

Su Ann & Zelly

Elisa & I

After the event ended...it was still rather early to be headed home on a Saturday night. So we all decided to party at TwentyOne for a bit. We were joined by Richard who is the manager of The Apartment and a friend of Su Ann and Zelly.

Zelly, Su Ann & Richard

The next day, I met up with Rabin, Loong Heng and his wife to support Team Malaysia at the A1GP at the Sepang Circuit. We manage to get free tickets for the grand stand area but it was packed to the brim and we have to settle for the secondary grand stand (for all you non-motorheads, Sepang has a dual grand stand area). No complains of the seating arrangement, since it was free!

Go Team Malaysia!!

All of us @ Sepang

Well, Team Malaysia did finish in third for the feature race which sent roaring cheers from within the crowd. Malaysia Boleh!

Phew! I actually feel more tired now after the weekend instead of recuperating. But I guess, everyone has a different way of relaxing...mine is just all about having fun and doing the things you like doing...nothing else matters.

If Only This Actually Happened...

2008-11-22T10:51:00.000+08:00

I had a dream last night. It was a rather weird one, because it really seemed something out of a Hollywood movie. I swear I'm not making any of this up, but here's how it went...

I found myself in a train station...and of all places somewhere in Canada. I knew it was Canada because there was a flag somewhere in the background. Anyway, I was at a cafe nearby, presumably to catch the next train to some place. While sipping on my cuppa, I was approached by this attractive young lady (think Kristin Kruek) who asked if she could join me because she didn't want to sit alone. She had the most gorgeous eyes I've ever seen, cute pouty lips and long black silky hair...of course without hesitation I offered her the seat opposite me. She then introduced herself to me simply as Patricia. She didn't give a last name, but she looked to be of mixed parentage, Canadian Chinese I presume.

Anyway, we then chatted away and she told me she works as an air stewardess and was there to catch a train to the airport. I can't really remember in detail the conversations that we had, but I do remember giving her my business card and asked her to keep in touch somehow. Then the announcement of her train's departure suddenly was broadcast through the station's PA system. She told me she had to leave and wrote her number on the back of my business card and returned it back to me. Later, we both stood up, and I gave her a hug and said our goodbyes. I think I had a tear in my eye at that point...and I watched her board her train.

Soon after, I got up only to realize that it was just a dream...DARN IT! Imagine what it could be if something like that did happen in real life. Anyway, the sad part is...I CAN'T REMEMBER THE NUMBERS on the back of the card...Haha! =(

TGIF

2008-11-14T13:21:00.001+08:00

IT’S FRIDAY! Finally. I’ve been extremely busy of late that I don’t even have time to update the blog. Thank goodness for the existence of micro blogging via Twitter so that people can still know that I’m still alive. Anyway ever since I returned from my holiday, it has been somewhat short of being “crazy”. So many projects, so many meetings and so many deadlines to meet. You can’t imagine how I long for a relaxing time this weekend. Right about now, my body needs to be refuelled with alcohol and relax with some chill out music. I always lived by these words “Work hard, play harder”. So it’s time to PARTAY!

Livin' It Up @ Hong Kong & Shenzhen

2008-11-04T02:58:00.001+08:00

I just got back from a holiday in Hong Kong and Shenzhen for a couple of days and I must say, it was really good to be back there. Well, first of all, my trip was supposed to be during end of November, but was brought forward so that I can meet up with May Lynn there when she "transits" for 5 days, from Korea before flying back to KL. I was also initially supposed to go alone, and was supposed to be a purely shopping trip, but then Mike, my colleague decides to tag along as well. It's a good thing too as he used to work in Hong Kong for 2 years back in 2002, so he knows where the best places to go are.

So what did we do in Hong Kong and Shenzhen? Well, for me...like intended, it was a shopping trip. For Mike, I think he just enjoys being back for the food and the city after such a long time. I also manage to catch up with old friends as well as meeting new ones.

Well, I won't be writing a whole report on everything, I will just sum it up with lots of pictures as they always seem to say more anyway...

THE CITY...

awesome skyline via the Star Ferry

THE FOOD...

Pork dumplings stuffed with celery and vegetables with noodles

Braised beef la mien

Hong Kong Chee Cheong Fun

Click here for more food pictures...

THE COMPANY...

I met up with May Lynn, Penny, Su-Lin + her family, Melor, Michael and also Vicky. What's really interesting was because, I have never met Melor and Michael prior to this trip. I used to liaise with them only through phone and emails while working in my previous company. Melor was based in KL before, but strangely enough, we've never met at all and Michael is based in Singapore all the while. Now both of them are based in Hong Kong. We kept in touched through MSN and also Facebook all this while (don't you just love technology?) and finally met for the first time at Discovery Bay at a restaurant overlooking the sea!

Mike, Vicky, Michael, Melor & I @ Discovery Bay

Mike, May Lynn, Penny & I @ La Qube, Lan Kwai Fong

Click here for more pictures...

SHENZHEN...

Mike, May Lynn, Penny and I went for a day trip to Shenzhen for shopping. It's about a 45 minutes ride by train to Lo Wu station, which is the border town between Hong Kong and China. We managed to get on-the-spot visa which entitles you for a 5-day pass into China. We expected a long wait for our visa, but to our surprise, it took us less than 10 minutes! Maybe because it's a weekday that we went. The visa costs HKD150 (approx RM75) in case you want to know.

After the border, we took the subway to Laojie station. So what's good in Shenzhen? Well...shopping of course. It's the land of the knock-offs, land of the pirates...anything you want to call it. These places sell Grade-A fakes and you can't tell the difference really. Just to illustrate what I mean - I saw this pair of limited edition Nike Footscapes Woven which cost around HKG1900 (approx RM950) at Lane Crawford in Hong Kong, and by comparison...I got the same thing (just of a different color) at HKD290 (approx RM145). Cheap isn't it?

On the bad side, Shenzhen is also known for its snatch theft. My friends and I actually witnessed a guy snatching a girls mobile phone while she was about to board the train! Then, we saw some ruckus amongst a group of people and some policemen! Talk about a dangerous place to be in....but I would still recommend anyone to go there for a day trip....just to shop...but nothing more.

Yatttaa!! - Hiro Nakamura wannabe..

Click here for more photos of Shenzhen...

AND THE SO CALL HAPPENING BITS...

In the end, I would say it was a memorable and awesome trip. And mission accomplished (for me...didn't I say it was a shopping trip??) ...I got 3 pairs of limited edition shoes - 1 from Hong Kong, and the other 2 from Shenzhen, Tees from Esprit and Bossini ranging from HKD39 to HKD79 per piece, Polo Tees from HKD 20 per piece, an Armani Exchange bracelet and souvenirs. It was all good...but tiring as well....but would I do it again?....HELL YES!

Introducing...Sayuki Matsumoto (松本さゆき)

2008-10-23T01:37:00.002+08:00

Ok, so I just ran out of ideas on what my next blog entry would be and then I thought...let me share with you about a secret "obsession" that I once had...let me tell you about my "love affair"....Sayuki Matsumoto. Who is she? Well, she is a Japanese race queen/model turned soft porn superstar. She is very big in Japan and has a cult following (duh!) and if you just do a Google search on her, and then view through her photos, I'm sure you'll understand why guys (including me) go ga-ga over her. I mean look at her...

[Click here or visit www.demonick.tv to read on]

Update: 19 October 2008

2008-10-19T17:55:00.001+08:00

I'm going to try and not make this post too long and go into details but instead let the pictures do the talking.

Last Thursday night, I met up with Olivia and some of her friends at Poppy in KL for Josh Wink. Now, some people I know...don't even know who Josh Wink is...but after I asked them to Wikipedia / Google him or "Higher State Of Consciousness" then they go..."OHHH...SO THAT'S JOSH WINK!". It's sad that people only remember him for that, but he has a lot of other good mixes too which I think wasn't really promoted well. Special thanks to Jamie for putting me on the guest list, although my supposed group of "kampung" I promised her didn't show up that night...hehe

Josh Wink in action @ Poppy

Olivia & I

On Saturday morning, I got up at 6AM because one of my good friend Adrian is getting married and we (the "heng tais") have to be at his place by 7AM to be "briefed" and ready to battle the "chi muis". Now it's an honor to be part of someone's entourage but it can also be "suffering" to some extend. It's a tradition that all of us "heng tais" have to endure several stupid tasks setup by the "chi muis" before the groom can get to his bride. We were very lucky that some of the task didn't involve eating anything.

All the "Heng tais"...ready for battle!!!

The "Chi Muis"...so ganas...got cane sommore!! =(

TASK 1: Wear underwear that spells out "WE R HERE 4 STELLA!"

This one reminded me of detention class back in high school!

TASK 2: All "Heng Tais" have to wax part of their leg

and this is the result of that, this morning...

can you see a square smooth patch on my leg?? =(

TASK 3: Sing a song and include words like "Stella", "Siew Yok" and "Por-por"

"Only Stellaaaa...."

After all that...they still didn't want to let us in...and still demanded more money. But well, like I said...we got it easy...so the groom paid up an undisclosed amount after all of us negotiated. We later went to church for mass, and to get the blessing from the church. At this point...all the "heng tais" was supposed to provide transportation to all the "chi muis" to church and back.

The bride and groom after church - CONGRATS ADRIAN & STELLA!

Church ended around noon and then there was lunch and also the tea ceremony. After that, everyone was tired and went back to rest for the dinner. I love wedding dinners. Not only you can get to eat good food, but it's also a good place to see the friends who have been missing in action for long periods. I got to catch up with my college buddies and also friends which I have not seen for such a long time.

The BFG Reunion with new members...

And of course how can a wedding dinner do without booze right? I for one was mixing red wine and whiskey all night. But well, there wasn't any major casualties but Kevin and Anthony (the best men) were definitely the "targets" of the night. Hehe..

NOTE: Some of the pics (without watermarks) are taken off Anthony's album on Facebook

Bet You Haven’t Seen This

2008-10-14T19:25:00.001+08:00

When living in Malaysia, it’s well known that you have to brace yourself for “surprises” when using public toilets. But just when you thought you’ve seen everything possible in these toilet, I bet you haven’t seen this…

Someone (or something!) was either washing their vegetables here or some guy puked this out! Whatever it is…its FUCKING GROSS! Sigh! Some people are just so inconsiderate and uncivilized.

Diana Krall Live

2008-10-05T20:03:00.001+08:00

As mentioned in previous post, my friends and I went to watch Diana Krall perform at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre on the second day of the Hari Raya holidays. Here are some picture which I took discreetly (we weren't suppose to take pictures, but I did anyway...without flash of course).

The stage, prior to the start of the concert

Eager fans of Diana Krall

Diana Krall and her band

While Diana Krall was...well Diana Krall, which was excellent, overall the concert was kind of a let down. All of us felt a bit short changed when the concert only lasted about 1 hour 30 mins. To make it worse, I think the venue was not made to hold acoustic events such as this as I personally feel the sound could have been better. Oh well, it certainly was an experience nevertheless.

After the concert, we adjourned across the street at Sevenatenine for drinks and to chill out.

Ee Lin, Suzanne & Evie

Zara & Evie

Evie & I

This last pic was purely for fun ya...so don't get any stupid ideas! It wasn't meant to be up, but since my friend decided to post it up on Facebook...so I thought WTH...just let the whole world see it too! Hahaha.. :p

The Ultimate Rejection Letter

2008-09-29T18:45:00.001+08:00

A colleague emailed me this which I thought was hilarious.

Herbert A. Millington
Chair - Search Committee
412A Clarkson Hall, Whitson University
College Hill, MA 34109

Dear Professor Millington,

Thank you for your letter of March 16. After careful consideration, I regret to inform you that I am unable to accept your refusal to offer me an assistant professor position in your department.

This year I have been particularly fortunate in receiving an unusually large number of rejection letters. With such a varied and promising field of candidates, it is impossible for me to accept all refusals.

Despite Whitson's outstanding qualifications and previous experience in rejecting applicants, I find that your rejection does not meet my needs at this time. Therefore, I will assume the position of assistant professor in your department this August. I look forward to seeing you then.

Best of luck in rejecting future applicants.

Sincerely,

Chris L. Jensen

Macallan 15 Years Appreciation Night

2008-09-25T13:48:00.001+08:00

Last night, some colleagues and I were invited for Macallan 15 Years Appreciation Night at Sevenatenine. Free flow of single malt whiskey for RM87 nett, is definitely worth it. Pouring was from 7-9PM and served with unlimited amount of tapas by the side. Once the pouring was over, we still didn’t have enough and we ordered another bottle of Black Label just to “quench” our taste buds. So needless to say we were all feeling a little tipsy by 10-ish.

Macallan 15 Years and tapas…yum!

Dear Mom...

2008-09-19T18:13:00.003+08:00

You make the sun shine on a cloudy day
When I'm sick you kiss the pain away
Your tender voice took away my fears
Your hand that wiped away my tears
The love you give so honest and pure
Keeping me forever safe and secure
You make flowers bloom in the spring
It was you who fixed my broken wing
Mom because of you I now know love
My guardian angel from above

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM!

I MISS YOU...I LOVE YOU!

William & Mei Yee

2008-09-15T01:51:00.001+08:00

I got to know Mei Yee about 5 years ago on the first day of work during my time at Wavex Technologies. It was both our first day at work then and I was a Senior Web Programmer and she was my Programmer. On our first day, we got to know each other as both our PC's weren't ready yet, and we were placed in a conference room together with 2 other new people. I best remember Mei Yee for taking sick leave just on the second day of work, and me and the 2 other people thought she quit because there was still nothing to do. But alas, she returned the next day, and since then a bond was formed. We kept in touch ever since, even after she left the company.

Ex colleagues: Chee Way & Mei Yee

I remembered my other colleagues (now ex colleagues) and I, used to tease and bully her on a daily basis because she was the only female in the team. We always joked about her switching boyfriends and never seem to settle down for one due to her high expectations (was it like 3 bfs??...lost count). Anyway, on Sunday, she finally found "the one" who meets all her expectations. I don't personally know William that well as I've only met him twice at most before they got married, but he seems to be a really nice guy and someone who can keep up with her high demands (hehe...kidding Mei Yee..). I'm really happy for you Mei Yee. So to the happy couple...CONGRATULATIONS WILLIAM & MEI YEE!!!

Cathy Nguyen

2008-09-10T01:24:00.001+08:00

Who is she? Well, I just came across a video of hers by accident on YouTube today when I saw this cute girl performing a cover of Jason Mraz's "Lucky". The first thing that struck me was....she is cute! She performed it with another guy named Aj Rafael (Jason Mraz'z song is a duet with Colbie Caillat) in a bathroom because it supposedly gives them a "more acoustic" sound. And MY GOD...that voice!!! She is not only cute but this girl can also sing!....it was like a "love at first sight" moment!

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A Tasty Secret

2008-09-09T02:41:00.001+08:00

It's now 145AM in the morning. I bet you would never guess what I'm doing right now. I'm still awake, blogging...and looking for cooking recipes! Yes, you heard me right. Now before you go "OMFG....NICK COOKS??!!" and wonder whether or not if I can actually cook, well...I would ask anyone (who dares) to swing by my place to give it a try and be the judge. Honestly, if anyone knew me, I've always like to cook....just that I don't like to do the preparations and clean up after that (who would?) and many a times, I'm just lazy.

Ever since moving to my new place, I've always tried to "cook" something over the weekend because that's the only time I would have to "prepare-cook-clean". Cooking for me is always nostalgic as it always reminded me of my late mother. When I was a lot younger, I used to be a busy body whenever my mom cooks, so I guess I picked up a thing or two from her...at least on how to prepare certain things, ingredients, do's and don't's...

Well I may not be the world's greatest cook, but I definitely at the very least, know how to fry an egg properly and cook fried rice without actually burning the food or the house down (Hey, I know of some girls who can't even fry an egg or cook rice ok!).

Ok, now seriously...I'm trying to keep it simple as I only am cooking for myself...unless of course you want to come by and help me out. Last week, I experimented with some ingredients and I made come Garlic Chicken, Omelette and Stir Fried Vegetables. It's enough if you're just eating for one. So anyway, I'm now looking for new stuff to cook over the weekend.

So far, I'm thinking of trying to cook Paella which is a Spanish dish which consists of rice, chicken, seafood, vegetable, saffron and other spices. A rather simple dish to make but I bet it would be a lot of work to prepare. It's either that or Rosti, which is a Swiss Potato Pancake...also relatively easy to make and prepare.

So looks like I have to go grocery shopping soon before the weekend...anyone wants to be my tasting guinea pig this weekend?

Diana Krall Concert Tickets

2008-09-04T23:19:00.000+08:00

Woohoo! Diana Krall is coming to Kuala Lumpur...and I just got tickets to watch her perform on 2nd October at KL Convention Centre. I managed to gather a few friends to go watch it with me, and in total...I had to buy like 11 tickets during my lunch break today. The cheapest tickets were going for RM288 and if you're a Visa card holder, you get it at RM262.20. Quite pricey for a concert ticket if you ask me, considering it's like the cheapest and the farthest from the stage...but hey...it's Diana Krall wei! So you can imagine the guy at the ticket counter asking me for a second time if he had heard correctly that I wanted 11 tickets. According to him, at most people buy 3 at a time...because it's expensive...and I'm the first person who wanted more than 10 tickets at one go! Well, that's what you get when you got to be the one who buys for a bunch of jazz lovers.

can you count how many tix there are?...hehehe

Anyway, for the price I'm paying, it better not be a disappointment.

Wayang Kata: The Music Edition @ No Black Tie

2008-08-29T00:42:00.000+08:00

I was with some friends at No Black Tie last Tuesday night for Wayang Kata + Moonshine, which is an event where poetry meets jazz music and I got to say it was simply AWESOME. It's organized by the Malaysian British Council featuring Kim Trusty, Dizzy & The, Najwa, Reza Salleh and Mia Palencia. Highlight was the night was Mia Palencia and also Reza Salleh...obviously.

Najwa

Reza Salleh

Reza Salleh & Mia Palencia performing a duet

Mia Palencia on her solo set

Destination Dilemma

2008-08-26T02:19:00.001+08:00

It's that time of the year again, where I plan for my annual getaway. Every year, I always try to go somewhere out of Malaysia (NO! Singapore doesn't count), be it alone or with a group of friends. End of last year, I was in Bangkok alone and it was great fun. Sometime in March this year, I was in Phuket and Phi Phi Island with 2 other friends. It's now time to plan my year end trip! *YAY!*

Ok, so now what are my options? Well, I have the super expensive, the medium ranged, and the most affordable.

Option 1: The Expensive - Gold Coast Australia / Japan

These are the 2 places I would want to go at some point, but somehow this idea always ends up in the bin due to the high currency exchange.

Pros: Gold Coast / Tokyo?....need I say more + Air Asia now flies to GC

Cons: Super expensive. I think if I were to go any of the 2, I will end up eating white bread and sugar for the next 2 - 3 years. Whilst the price of flying there is rather reasonable, it's the accommodation and everything else there that is the "killing" factor.

Option 2: The Medium Ranged - Korea

While I have heard so many things about Korea, I haven't been there before. I was told by most people to follow a tour as you can get lost easily as there due to language problems. Nevertheless, I'm always adventurous and if I do go, it will be without the assistance of a tour guide :)

Pros: Korean food, shopping and Korean chicks! Some place I haven't been to before.

Cons: Language might be a problem here. High possibility of getting conned, lost or kidnapped.

Option 3: The Most Affordable - Hong Kong

The last time I was in Hong Kong was in 2006, and I vowed to return to the beautiful city. I really love it in Hong Kong, partly due to the nature of the whole city and the weather during the year end.

Pros: The food, shopping and more shopping!

Cons: While this might be the most sensible and affordable destination, Hong Kong is a place I have been to before. I want to explore places/countries that I have not been to before.

So how? If you have to choose just one of the 3 above, which will you choose?

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Launch

2008-08-22T00:03:00.001+08:00

It's finally here. The Mitsubishi Evolution Lancer was launched today at The Apartment @ KLCC. Alex, Sonia and I were there for the launch where we got a first hand glance at the real thing. I must say, it's really awesome. Dinner was provided by The Apartment which was not bad which was washed down with alcohol :)

Here are some pictures from the launch

I got the keys to the car!!!

A first hand look at the awesome machine

Bunch of posers..

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The Naked Truth

2008-08-21T00:29:00.006+08:00

Behold the all new Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution a.k.a. Evolution 10. Well this is what I am currently busy working on...the website launch of this beast of a car. Bet you didn't know that the Evo 10 is the only car of the Evolution series that is build from scratch without any reference from the previous 9 of the series. It's a fucking awesome car that any car enthusiast will definitely drool upon.

Anyway, I won't tell you much and want you to check out the website for details later on. Or you can check out the car review done by Top Gear where it totally outclassed and out performed the Subaru Impreza WRX in all areas.

Noticed the count down timer on the teaser site? Well, that is also my deadline that I am currently rushing for...so in a way, when we brilliantly suggested the countdown timer idea to our client to create the hype...little did we know it's like signing our death sentence as well! :(

The launch event is tomorrow and the client has promised us a first hand test drive of the new Evolution car after the launch *yay!!* Now...only thing is if I can even make it for the launch in time while putting up finishing touches to the website. So stay tuned for pictures of the launch (hopefully) and also the website.

* Click here to visit the Lancer Evolution website

Friday Night @ Waikiki Too

2008-08-19T01:44:00.007+08:00

I finally manage to get my internet working again! Don't ask me why, how or what....as long as it's up, I'm happy.

Anyway, last Friday, we had a drinking session. Why? well...Jek said he was "thirsty" and it was suppose to be for 2 other colleague's birthday celebration (ever the more reason to drink right?). The drinking session almost didn't take place at all as Jek, the host himself, had a back strain that day and could hardly walk, and Rabin on the other hand was really tired after taking some medication. I was already about to make other plans for that night when suddenly, I was roped in an online chat which had everyone asking about the night's plan....and who initiated the chat?...why Jek himself of course...it seems alcohol now is the official cure of all physical and emotional pains as well eh? So we then assembled a drinking crew for the night, which consists of colleagues, friends and clients. We had not 1, not 2, but F-O-U-R bottles of Dewar's that night. What happened after that? Well...suprisingly, there weren't any major casualties....but there were certainly some entertaining "moments" and people after that...hehehe

These are some shots from that night:

These are 2 bottles out of 4 that night!

Everyone say "CHEEEEZZEEE!!!"

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Streamyx-less...Thanks to Stupid TM NET

2008-08-17T11:20:00.004+08:00

As the title says...I'm STREAMYX-LESS! NO that is not a good thing especially for a person like me who relies on the internet for everything. The internet connection in my condo is down and I don't know why! Seriously I can die without the internet. I'm writing this entry back in Shah Alam and is very frustrated to the point where I kept scolding people from TM NET (they deserved to be...their so fucking incompetent!)

Here's what happend...3 days ago, my internet suddenly stopped working. My first thoughts were, ok...maybe TM NET are doing something to the line so I just ignored it. The following day, it still couldn't get connected. I then called TM NET to ask what was the problem was, and they say that the there might be some issues with the port to which they have to reset. Fine....but the problem still persist after a few hours and I was really getting frustrated. I called again and they told me that they will send over a technician the next day to look at the problem.

So yesterday, the technician came and tried to connect using my modem. The technicial was obviously untrainned as he thinks I was some kind of dimwit who doesn't know anything about the internet and told me to do this and that. He then took out his modem and try making a connection....guess what it works!...so first thing I thought was that I have a faulty modem which needs to be replaced. I then went to purchase a new 3-in-1 modem (modem, router and access point...the one I have currently is the same)....not cheap ok...RM195 leh! So I went back all excited only to discover that the same problem persist. At this point I wasn't in the mood for anything else...imagine just spending that amount and I still cannot get it to work.

After dinner, Rabin came over and try to help me out. I called TM NET 5 fucking times and they still don't seem to get my problem. They also kept asking the same questions which really annoyed me..."Your ADSL light...got or not?....blinking or not??....did you change your settings on your modem??" For the gazillionth time! "I DID NOT TOUCH ANY SETTINGS AND IT WAS WORKING FINE 2 DAYS AGO!!!" I really think TM NET really have to train their staff to follow up reports rather than always asking me what's the problem each time.

Just to illustrate how moronic TM NET is...I heard this as a part of their waiting infomercial: "...to connect to the internet, make sure your username and password is correct...for more troubleshooting tips, logon to tm.net.my for more information" WTF!?? How can you troubleshoot via the website if you have trouble connecting to the internet to begin with? Stupid isn't it? They should just ask their customers to go to the nearest Starbucks or something.

Now here is the best part...I'm sitting here writing this entry...CONNECTED VIA OLD MODEM!!! ARRGGGHHHH!! Which means...TM NET has a problem with the line in my condo....which means...I just burned RM 195 getting a new modem for nothing!....which also means TM NET SUCKS! They suck because they can't solve my problem fast, and they suck because they gave me wrong information regarding my modem. Rest assured, I will file an official complaint on for their incompetence. So now...anybody wants a new 3-in-1 modem??

On another note, I survived the mad week last week and met my project deadlines on time *phew!*. Having said that, our office had an ice-cream party courtesy of New Zealand Natural on Thursday to which we had a whole freezer full of ice cream. Clients and friends came over to enjoy the party and also to play Nintendo Wii. Will post up pictures of Thursday's event and Friday night's drinking session soon....once I get my internet up and running again....sighs!

Update: 10 August 2008

2008-08-10T15:51:00.005+08:00

Hey loyal readers. In case you haven't noticed, it's been quite awhile since I last updated the blog. I have been super busy for the past 2 weeks, having so many project deadlines back to back that going back around 730-8PM daily has become a norm. But having said that, I somehow still found time to accommodate guest to my condo throughout the week.

On Tuesday, Olivia and Rabin came over for a couple of glasses of Glenfiddich, and just to chill out, then on Thursday my ex colleagues brought pizzas and opened a bottle of Jack Daniels and last night, my cousins came over and chill out with a bottle of wine. Wow...my place is becoming a bar of sorts...but I'm not complaining because it was intentionally meant to be that way in the first place...hahah..

Jack Daniels....yum!

After the pizza dinner...

Wine night..

I just finished Sunday brunch with Suzanne, May Lynn, Bee Leng, and Evie at La Bodega, Bangsar. I must say, I think I'm becoming more of one of the girls the more I hang out with them as the topics of conversation were on Brazillian waxing, pubic hair...and errr...ok...enough information for now...but you get the point...topics that only girls talk about...and they don't seem to noticed that a guy is actually in their group =.= What's more...they are coming over to my condo later to watch the Sex And The City movie!

* Updated pic @ 10:38PM *

Us half way through Sex And The City...

Well, I guess should enjoy my weekend for now (or what's left of it...sigh!), as I will be having a very busy week ahead. 2 new projects to be completed before the next weekend *faints*. Then again, I also got 3 events happening in a row starting Thursday night....so hopefully, that will be my "de-stress" and motivation factor. So if I don't update my blog, it's because I'm too busy....either working or partying...hahaha..

Oh...btw... HAPPY BIRTHDAY SHEA LI! ;)

Mont Kiara Jazz Festival 2008 & Raw

2008-07-27T11:28:00.011+08:00

I was at Plaza Mont Kiara together with some friends last night for their annual Jazz & Rhythm Festival. The event drew quite a large crowd despite the slight drizzle and there were even a few people who sat under the rain. The highlight of the night was Mia Palencia, a local talent who I personally think would be the next Norah Jones of Malaysia. Her performance was outstanding especially her cover of Jason Mraz's 'I'm Yours'.

Mia Palencia performing

Like I said, despite the rain, I had fun, especially with the friends I was with, there is never a dull moment.

Suzanne, Zara & I

Su-Ann, Rozell & I

Su-Ann always gets excited at the sight of a camera

I had to leave before Mia Palencia's performance was over because I had to go for another farewell party in Raw @ Solaris. Sigh, this is the second farewell party in a month, and this time is for my friend Elaine (not to be confused with Ee Laine who already left for the States), who is leaving for Singapore in 2 weeks. Well, at least it's only Singapore and we can still meet up when I'm there (hopefully sometime next month).

Elaine and her sister Waverly....CUT!!!

Take 2 - Elaine & I

All together now...

After Raw, we still somehow manage to go for supper at Sri Hartamas and by the time we finished, it was nearly 4AM. *Yawwnnn!*

Corporate Photo Shoot in Penang

2008-07-26T20:10:00.010+08:00

I just got back from Penang last night. My Senior Art Director and I, along with 2 photographers were there for a corporate photo shoot for a client which requires pictures to be featured on their company's website and also corporate brochures. Well, I must say, the trip was a successful one and we did have fun throughout the whole 3 day ordeal. We did not have time to go binge eating though since we were on a really tight working schedule.

We touched down on Wednesday evening and proceeded with checking in to our suite. We then proceeded to recce our shoot location, followed by dinner. We had loads to eat (duh!..it's Penang!) from the famous Oyster Omelette to Penang Rojak. Sorry I won't be showing any food pics that we ate because I feel it wasn't really the highlight of the trip. After dinner, we went back to our suite, and briefed the photographers on what is to be done for the next day.

Our hotel suite and jacuzzi

The next day starts with us waking up around 630AM as we had to meet the client downstairs for breakfast at 7AM. After breakfast, we went to the shoot site and started setting up before the talents came in. Now, we didn't have professional talents to work with. We used talents and background of all their staff since it was for their corporate collaterals anyway. I must say, most their staff had some form of hidden talent. A few were quite photogenic and looked like they done photo shoots before as they do not seem shy in front of the camera.

Make up and prepping the talents

Briefing the talents

Sample of a corporate photo shot

Oh, checkout the view from this office. Don't you wish your office view were like this?

The day ended with us going for happy hour drinking with the client and followed by a scrumptious seafood dinner which is like a freaking 40 minutes drive from where we were, but no doubt the seafood dinner was absolutely fulfilling. By the way, the place is called Teluk Kumbar in case you want to go...I highly recommend it.

Happy hour drinking with the client

After dinner I met up with a high school friend of mine who took me out for drinks and a short tour of the "happening" areas of Penang. It's been good seeing her again and catching up. By the time we finished, it was already 230AM....and I have to wake up at 630AM! Gahh!!

The next day, the photo shoot was of more casual in orientation. All staff were told to come in casual clothing which includes sun dresses, shorts and bikinis (no I'm just kidding...but how I wished).

Some casual photo shots with the talents

The excellent photographers together with the client

Us and the client

We wrapped up around 430PM as we had a 640PM flight to catch back to KL. I must say, the whole photo shoot was all smooth sailing and quite an experience. My only disapointment with the trip is that I couldn't stay longer as the tickets were arranged and paid for by the client. Oh well, I guess now I have reasons to go back to Penang again ;)

NOTE: There are actually more pictures of us taken together with the "talents" which might not be too appropriate to be posted. I shall just leave it to your imagination for those shots then. ;)

Going Away..

2008-07-22T00:39:00.002+08:00

I will be off to somewhere for 3 days and 2 nights for a photoshoot that involves models and gadgets for a client. Expenses (transport and accomodation) are fully paid for by the client. Where is it at you ask? Well, will let you know about it when I get back. Only thing I can tell you is...that it involves taking a flight ;)

The Birthday Bash

2008-07-20T17:58:00.008+08:00

I know, this is my second birthday bash this year but like I mentioned the first one wasn't my idea as I had this one in mind. But anyway, last night was awesome. It was a combined birthday with my friend Suzanne so she brought her friends and I brought mine. Of course it became a melting pot where people get to know new people as well.

So...how can a birthday bash be complete without alcohol right? Well, Me and Suzanne initially got everyone 20 jugs of beer (which is about a barrel). Suzanne's friends then got another 2 bottles of whiskey and a bottle of champagne (...I think or was it white wine?). Apart from that, friends kept buying us drinks. I had 4 flamings (2 shared and 2 solo), beers and a shot of tequila! Needless to say, at the end, both of us KOed. I was so drunk that I didn't even know the girls dragged me into the ladies toilet for me to puke. Imagine the 2 host puking side by side!! Hahah...luckily there isn't any pictures of that :p

These are some scenes from last night's madness...

Suzanne and I

The Spice Girls??

Tequila shot

My forth flaming...

...and the outcome of that..

All in all, the party was a success. They all accomplished their mission of getting Suzanne and I drunk. Although I cannot remember the last few moments of the night, I hoped everyone had fun last night. Again, thanks to all who came...you really complete my night. I heard some people are already looking forward to next year's birthday bash! LOL.

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The Day After

2008-07-20T10:00:00.003+08:00

I'm typing this entry...half sober..having a hang over...and a memory lost from last night....all i know is that it involves me being in the ladies toilet...pictures and details to come.

My New Home Away From Home

2008-07-14T01:57:00.007+08:00

This is it. A glance of my new home with furniture. In case you're wondering, no...I have not officially move in yet due to certain reasons....and yes...there will definitely be a house warming party soon. You guys just can't wait to get your hands on the bar right? But anyway, I've been spending a lot of time there now, just practically to chill out and get use to the place. I have already spend the night there during my weekends. For now, I'm just slowly moving in and moving stuff there every weekend. My desktop PC is still not there yet as there isn't any internet connection there for now because I'm still on the waiting list (part of the reason why I have not move in yet...I can't live without my internet! =P). Besides, I don't even have a table for my desktop yet. Right now, the place is great for friends to come by to have drinks and to just chill.

Dining area

Living area

My room

The bar/kitchen

Bathroom

Walk-in wardrobe

The feature wall / walkway (I need paintings..hint hint)

My media center ;)

Head Hunted...Again...But...

2008-07-10T13:36:00.005+08:00

Here's the thing, I got a call this morning from a head hunter who is offering me a job which pays probably double my current salary. While tempting as it may sound, I'm having a tough time deciding on it. Why you ask?...well, sure the money is damn good but that also means I will have to be doing what I use to do a few years back which was something I was trying to get out of to begin with (mainly managing IT based projects).

Some of you might know that I have started out in a technical background and been managing IT based projects for the first 4 years of my working career. I got out of that and ventured into a more fast paced industry which is online marketing/advertising. For me, I like being in this current industry mainly because I get to meet people, and also learn a lot as my clients are from different industries. Going back to the IT industry means I will be only confined to the office most of the time and if not, clients will only be specific to the IT industry (boring!!!). To be honest, I am actually also contemplating to go into marketing all together. It would be nice to be working as the client for once right?

So...if you were me, what would you do? Go for something you don't really like but get paid really well, or do something you really like, while not getting paid as much?

Note: If you're my employer reading this....well, don't worry...it's not in the same industry so it's a totally different ball game all together. I guess this is something many of us will go through throughout our working career. Arrghh!

My Waikiki Birthday

2008-07-02T23:30:00.003+08:00

It was supposed to be a quiet birthday, nothing was planned. Then Jek brilliantly asked "So...no beers tonight ah?" I told him that I got nothing planed yet. He then organized a "session" since it was my birthday...and coincidently, there was a Carlsberg event happening that night as well. So I thought to myself "Hmmm...since I got nothing planned yet...so why not?" Immediately, Jek sent an email to everyone to organise a birthday/beer session that night. I then called my friends (if you're reading this and was not invited, I'm really sorry...it was really last minute) to come join me and my colleagues. Well I must say, I am so blessed to have many friends who turned up just because it was my birthday. So to everyone who came, "THANK YOU! YOU MEAN THE WORLD TO ME!"

The night was a blast and I had like 3 Flaming Lamborghinis and countless mugs of beer! I'm amazed that I was still standing and able to drive myself all the way back home. However, once I got home, I just crashed. Probably the alcohol took sometime to kick in. So here are some photos taken during that night in no particular order...

This is my third Flaming ok!...dun pray pray!

What?...still standing what...it's not my fault!

Gee...from wanting a quiet night to this?? Totally something random but I'm glad it did happen because I had an awesome time. The reason I didn't want to do anything because I'm actually saving it for a bigger (and wilder?) combined one with my friend Suzanne sometime middle of the month...that one is going to be massive as the last time we had a combined birthday was during our 21st birthday...and boy that was really one to remember.

*Click here for more pictures from that night

Euphoria by MOS

2008-06-27T02:25:00.006+08:00

Euphoria by MOS, is the new dance club to grace the KL party scene. The club is not officially open to public until next week, but I got VVIP invites to the event anyway. Oh, my cousin is also a resident DJ at Euphoria, so go support him ya! The night began with Tan Sri Dato' Seri Dr. Jeffrey Cheah the Chairman of Sunway Group launching the club then followed by some performances and later partying all the way. I must say, this place probably has one of the best sound systems I've ever heard of all the dance clubs I've ever been to. Not only that, the main dance floor vibrates to the bass and the main light stage moves up and down using hydraulics! How cool is that?!! Oh...one IMPORTANT thing all clubbers must know...It's a SMOKE FREE club! Meaning, there is a designated smoking room upstairs if you need to take a puff. But OMG!...the DSA (Designated Smoking Area) was so poorly ventilated, I think you can get instant cancer in there! There was a free flow of drinks throughout the night which was great. Overall, I think this place will be the new "in" place for the next few months...but it's ok...I won't want to go rush with the crowd now that I've already seen the place :P

Here are some snapshots for the night.

Carmen, Olivia & I

RedRibbon Days Launch

2008-06-26T18:46:00.006+08:00

Last Thursday, I was at a launch for one my client's company website, RedRibbon Days. I never expected a website launch to be this grand as there were ministers, reporters from the newspapers, journalists and news crew from the local TV stations who were all there for the launch. The whole place were...well, pretty impressive having decorated the whole place with balloons, presents, and cupcakes. It was indeed an "experience" on its own. Here are some pictures I took with my phone's camera so do mind the quality.

The launch ended with us having drinks and socialising...naturally.

Newman 5th Anniversary

2008-06-19T01:08:00.007+08:00

Right after work today, I went for Newman magazine's 5th Anniversary Party @ Bar Savanh Too. This party was some months in the making as I was already informed about it way way way before their invites and flyers went out thanks to one of the organizers who I know. The party was strictly by invitation only as there were free flow of alcohol (yay!). Needless to say, me and my friend took full advantage of the free flow. The party was full of celebrities among them, participants from Malaysian Dreamgirls as well as blogger Kenny Sia. Manage to meet a couple of friends who I have not seen in a long while as well. While the crowd was good, the overall event was errr....quite a let down. Even the goodie bags were crap!...I mean come on...I got a magazine (duh!), whole bunch of brochures, a pen, 1 condom^*, a lip balm for men and 2 toothbrushes - one of them in PINK!

Anyway, these are some random shots I took. There isn't much to shout about except for the fresh cut ciggie counter which I thought was really cool.

Free flow of whiskey..

...and Guinness Stout

Freshly rolled ciggie counter

* noticed I mentioned they gave only 1 condom? Where got enough lah?....not even a box of 3s!...Cheapos! Times are bad...so much for promoting safe sex. Come to think of it...can we blame to government for over population then?

16-03 @ 80%

2008-06-13T01:26:00.012+08:00

*Post updated & modified* - check out my kitchen & bar!

After nearly a month long of co-ordinating and running around, my condo renovations are finally completed. Only thing left now are the furnitures and other electrical appliances. Yay!

Main entrance

Master bedroom

Walk-in wardrobe walkway

Walk-in wardrobe view

Room 2

Plaster ceiling in main hall

The kitchen & bar

View from dining area

Check back for more pictures on the upcoming furnishings. ;)

ABUSED!!!

2008-06-10T22:04:00.004+08:00

As I was leaving the office today, I found baby Candice abused! She was totally innocent...just sitting there minding her own business but then was subject of a brutal hit and run!

Scratched and bruised!

TO THE MOTHER FUCKER WHO DID THIS...BEWARE! I HAVE EYES EVERYWHERE! TO MY COLLEAGUES WHO SPOT ANY CAR WITH BLACK PAINT MARKINGS ON THEIR BUMPERS..LET ME KNOW. THE MOTHER FUCKER WILL PAY!

Euro 2008

2008-06-08T23:47:00.001+08:00

Euro 2008 is here! Football fanatics (like me) once again will arrive to the office with eyebags and lack of sleep. I'm rooting for Portugal as I did in the previous World Cup. They're one of the favourites to win the tournament...but then again...it's always a toss-up between Germany and Italy isn't it?

In commemoration with Euro 2008, I did an interview for my company's blog. Click here to read my interview. Ok, I'm off to see Croatia vs. Austria now....

The Meeting, The Proposal & The Wedding

2008-06-02T22:44:00.016+08:00

My weekends just seem to be so packed and precious that every weekend seems to just fly right by. Honestly, I didn't get enough rest this weekend which is why dread going back to the office today. Anyway, lots of things happend during the weekend...met someone new...got a proposal...and then a wedding ;)

The Meeting

Yes...I met someone new over the weekend! No no...it's not what you think...hahaha! Gotcha! But seriously...I was out drinking with Olivia and Byron on Saturday night and met a "long lost cousin", Regina. It was just so coincidental that the 3 of us sitting at the same table with same surnames but none of us are related to each other. When I met Regina, we clicked instantly. I guess it's because we have a lot of friends in common, and conversation topics from then on were never a bore.

The "family portrait", Regina, Olivia and I

The Proposal

I finally got a proposal for my kitchen layout. I got the contractor to sketch out what I wanted, then chose the materials and colors to go along with it. You see, I can't afford those really expensive kitchen systems, so I had to find the next best alternative which is to custom make my kitchen and the one of a kind bar. Of course if it's cheap, naturally the proposal is....well...cheap! This chinese speaking contractor, just sketched out the plans on a year planner and not even on an A4 sheet. No kidding! But I must say I trust him, as he seems honest to what I can and cannot do. Besides, he was recommended by a friend to which he was her contractor for her kitchen as well.

The "el-cheapo" kitchen + bar proposal....not bad right?

The Wedding

My high school classmate Vivienne, got married on Sunday at Cyberview Lodge & Spa Resort at Cyberjaya. It was a garden wedding and I must say, it was one of the best weddings I've ever attended. It's not because every other wedding is boring, but this wedding paid a lot of attention to details, like decorations, lights, and even the theme. It was themed in such that before the dinner, you would have to register upon entering the dinner hall to which you would be given a "boarding pass" of your destination. Each table is named after a destination, and you get to stamp (like those found on your passport with different shapes) and give your well wishes on a large piece of paper on the counter. Each "destination" represents a different country or city that the couple visited during their courtship and each table have photo booklet and story taken from those destinations. There were at least 40 tables, so you can imagine how many countries/cities she have been to...afterall, she was a former air hostess with Singapore Airlines. Here are some shots taken from the wedding.

Here comes the bride

Exhanging vows..

"Awww....how shweet!"

High school classmates: Lye P'ng, Evie, Eng Eng & I

Friends from high school

New friends from down under: Graham, Anne & John

Congrats again Vivienne & Richard!

I Thought The Weekend Was Over?

2008-05-26T22:49:00.007+08:00

Me and 2 other colleagues had an afternoon meeting with a client at D'sara Heights. The meeting ended around 5PM and it was raining at that time. The client thought it would be a good idea to go get coffee and chat to avoid the traffic back to the office. Well, all I can say is, the coffee magically became 2 bottles of white wine, and with an empty stomach....not a good combination I might add. Ended up being tipsy before dinner time. As if I didn't have enough to drink during the weekend. What a way to start the week! *hic*

Not So PULSE-ating

2008-05-25T10:30:00.007+08:00

I was at Pulse last night, a new clubbing spot supposedly doubt an "Ultra Club" in KL. Well, don't be fooled by it's name. I mean, with a name like Pulse, and "Ultra Club" (which is suppose to be higher than Super Club), one would expect high end, posh clubbing environment and really good pumping music right? Well...WRONG!

The club is situated at the new Grand Millenium hotel in Jalan Bukit Bintang. While no doubt the whole place looks super classy but the type of music there kinda ruin the whole mood and my impression of the place. Somehow, the music don't go with the place. They have a band which were playing R&B that night (and also some Indian music towards closing time!) which called themselves "The Untouchables". OMG! What a lame name! The place certainly reminded me of the old Zeta Bar in KL Hilton, where you will find some old men or even some Dato' at one corner with young girls by their side trying to be happening. I saw an elderly man (maybe in his 50s) grinding and groping a young girl which I found really disgusting. To top it off, cover charge is a whopping RM50. Luckily, it was a friend's birthday and we were on her guestlist. I would certainly not go there again unless they change their music selections.

On another note, I'm recuperating today. It's been a party-ful weekend. On Friday night I was with 4 other friends in Finnegan's at Desa Sri Hartamas and 3 of us finished a whole bottle of a Limited Edition Black Label (it was seriously so smooth that I can't even feel it). We then proceeded to Cavell's for more drinks because another bunch of friends were there and it was also the outlet's anniversary. Needless to say I was super tipsy by the time I left the place, but still good enough to drive (don't worry, I know my limits). After reaching home safely, I crashed on my bean bag, and was gone. Next morning I woke up to find myself sleeping on the floor, still clad in my jeans and t-shirt. Sigh....tomorrow is MOANDAY!

Another Busy Saturday

2008-05-18T12:37:00.000+08:00

Wow! 2 busy Saturdays in a row. I guess I'm really fully utilizing my off days not to rest but to get things done. Again, my day started early as I headed down to my condo to supervise the on going renovation works. Also had to meet up with the electrician as I needed to tell him where I want to move certain light points and where I wanted extra light points. I bet you guys are really curious as to how the reno is coming along, well...here are just some shots on the initial stages.

plaster ceiling

hacked wall from the master bedroom to my walk-in wardrobe :)

closed up door

Later, I went over to source for tiles for the balcony. I didn't like the standard tiles that the condo came with because it look too, well..standard! I was recommended by Terence of this tile factory warehouse somewhere in PJ. Terence, TJ and myself actually went there last Wednesday during lunch time and I saw something that I really like and it was going for so cheap (factory warehouse mah). I wanted these dark grey homogeneous tiles that will no longer be in production once the stock clears but then apparently whatever balanced stock that they have were reserved by some Dato'. WTF! Just because you're some bigshot doesn't give you the right to take everything. I did asked if I could "steal" some as I don't require much for my small balcony. The lady told me that it was ok because the fucking big shot didn't even pay a deposit! See lah...want to book all but don't want to pay sommore. So typical of Malaysian "bigshots" sigh! Anyway on Wednesday, I told the lady that I will be back on Saturday to purchase it once I took the right measurements. I then picked up 5 boxes of tiles. Freakin' tiles are so heavy that they needed a forklift to carry it out for me. My car is now a few inches lower because of these boxes...haha!

Ain't these tiles nice for my balcony?

After lunch, I went sourcing for kitchen stuff. Man!..complete kitchen systems are so darn expensive. It seem everything I like or seems nice are imported from Italy or Germany. Later that evening, I was at Mines Beach and Spa Resort for TJ's wedding dinner. Yea this is the same couple from Seremban last week. The wedding was held by a man made beach which I thought was really great but only one problem...it was too HOT! Imagine the groom and his groomsmen having their pictures taken in their suits at around 6PM! But what to do...they wanted the sunset shots mah.

Fortune cookie. Mine read: "Your outlook and charm are your greatest assets". =)

Congrats to the happy couple

With Nik & Sherin of RedRibbon Days

You just know we are all drunk and tipsy when people start wearing sunnies at night!

Overall, the wedding dinner was great. The service however, was terrible. We actually had to bribe the waiter to bring us drinks and to keep the booze coming. So much so, it was an eventful day for me with it ending with me having to drive home 2 "Casualties of War". Phew!

Marié Digby Live In Kuala Lumpur

2008-05-15T00:48:00.009+08:00

These are some snippets of Marié Digby performing in a packed One Utama shopping centre

A packed shopping mall on a Wednesday night

Really nothing much to shout about, she just performed about 4 or 5 songs, then proceeded with the autograph signing session. There were a lot of kiasu people that already started lining up at the signing counter while she was still performing. Oh well, I'm not complaining since it's free.

The 21 Hour Saturday

2008-05-12T23:23:00.018+08:00

*Post modified and updated* - added new pic

Last Saturday was and eventful one. There was so many things going on. My day started at 630AM, as I woke up early to travel to Seremban for a friends wedding. The brides hometown is in Seremban, therefore all the "heng tais" have to gather at Subang at 730AM to start a convoy there. The interesting part of this was, it was something rather different than the rest of the customary bridal pick-ups. We were all FORCED to wear Manchester Utd jerseys as it was one of many criterias from the bride before the groom can get to her. Not only that, we were also FORCED to memorize and sing "Glory Glory Man Utd!" before they even open the gates! Buggar! Me and another one of the "heng tai" are Liverpool fans, and the groom is actually a Chelsea fan, so making us wear those jerseys was a bitter pill to swallow. The bride is a die hard Man Utd fan you see, but nevertheless, for the groom, we were willing to let this one slide (you owe us one Teej!).

This is the FIRST, LAST and ONLY time you will ever see me in a Man Utd jersey...

All the "Chi Muis" & "Heng Tais"

Anyway, we all arrived in Seremban at around 930AM and were torchured in doing stupid stunts (all part of the Chinese custom) in order to get to the bride. From putting fruits down another guy's pants and drinking out of milk bottles to doing Karma Sutra positions, I shall leave it to your imagination on how bad it was. After the torchuring, we all had something to eat and then headed home to KL at about 1230PM (the dinner ceremony will be the following week where alcohol will be served...yay!).

As soon as we arrived, everyone headed their separate ways. I went to my condo to get some measurements as I need to source for tiles and also furniture. After getting the measurements, I headed to a few lighting shops to get some quotations for some lights. There was a shop having a 50% off promotion on all their items apart from their Best Buy items which I thought was great. Problem is, I have to speak to my contractor first because some of the lightings I want require special installation and rewirings to be done. After the light shopping (pun intended), I headed home for awhile to get some rest. It was already about 430PM by this time.

Upon reaching home, Jean called me up for dinner at BSC at 7PM. We were supposed to meet there around 830PM together with some friends later for a play at The Actor's Studio, but since I haven't had dinner plans made so why not right? After dinner, we met up some friends and watched Kam..In Your Face, a musical-comedy-cabaret starring actors Joanne Kam, Douglas Lim, Gavin Yap and Susan Lankester.

The cast members of Kam...in Your Face

Jean, May Lynn & I, just before the play started

For me the show was alright but not great. I personally feel the humor is a little too dry and very localized, meaning the "guai lous" in the audience would probably be wondering "What the fuck are they talking about?" Well, for me personally, I prefer something more witty and not so much of the "trying-to-be-funny-just-because-it's-a-comedy" humor. Then again, it's pretty subjective. I did enjoy the cabaret performances though. Another thing is that I don't find it funny to be dissing the audience that paid less that were sitting at the sides rather than in front of the main stage. I think it's rather rude. Just because they pay less doesn't mean you look down on them. Although we were sitting right in the middle, I still feel for the people sitting on the sides. Very bad of them to do so. The show ended around 11PM and we headed to WIP for drink and snacks.

Just then, Samantha called to tell me that she and her friends will be at Poppy. At first I was rather reluctant to go because I was up since 630AM and was a little tired. Then again, I haven't seen Sam for awhile, so I went down to party with her and her friends. It was around 1230 AM at this point. I must say I am getting too old for the clubbing scene. I don't really enjoy clubbing like I did a few years back. It's extermely packed and stuffy in there. Not to mention moving around is just urrgh! Plus you see so many YOUNG wannabes! Maybe I've outgrown the clubbing phase, I guess that's why I'm not at Freedom 08 for Tiesto in Port Dickson to begin with...haha! I mean don't get me wrong, I still go clubbing and raves if there is a reason for me to do so (friend's birthday, farewell, mother's day...etc), but given a choice, I would prefer to just chill at a bar anytime.

Samantha was so happy to see me after so long...

I left there around 230AM and by the time I got back, it was already 3AM. So there, 20+ hours of activity in one day. I rested for most of the Sunday, with me only accompanying my sister for lunch and to shop for her new mobile phone during the morning. And oh..DAMN IT!..Man Utd and Ferarri won...machibai!

To My Sayang..

2008-05-09T17:43:00.001+08:00

For close to 2 years...

You wake me up every morning and you're the first I see

You sang to me whenever I feel down

You comfort me with your brillance

You remind me of things whenever I forget

You kept me entertained with your latest gossips

You listened to my problems

You are there with me through good times and bad

You kept my memories with you

We have this inimate connection that I can't explain

I can't live without you....

...thank you my dearest N80 :P

My New LCD TV

2008-05-03T04:13:00.004+08:00

Last Monday, I bought an LCD TV for my new place. A 32" Toshiba Regza. Well, my place isn't ready yet, but I got this at a bargain so I grabbed it while I can. You see, my brother's friend won this off a lucky draw, and she wanted to sell it away. I only paid RM1900 for it. Not bad right? The specs are not really high end, but it's good enough for me. Right now, it's being hooked up to an Audiolab amplifier and a Bose speaker system which I will also bring over to my new place. *drool drool* Sweet huh?

16-03 Update:

On another note, my condo renovations are scheduled to start mid May. There's lots of things to be done. Hacking down a wall from the master bedroom to the study to become a walk-in wardrobe, changing tiles in all 3 rooms to timber flooring, plaster ceiling in the main hall for downward lightings and corneys all round the place. Right now, I'm still thinking of what colors to be up on the walls. I'm pretty much set on the wall in dining area to be mustard yellow together with dark brown furniture. There is another wall which is going to be a feature wall where there will be paintings and photo frames. The feature wall is the first wall upon entering the place. I was thinking of painting that either Olive Green or Rust Brown color. The rest of the walls are cream in color. Below is a sketch of my reno plans...what do you think?

my renovation ideas..

Fanatical Voices

2008-04-30T19:53:00.006+08:00

I'm blogging from the New Zealand Natural outlet at The Curve while waiting for my friend Kristin to decide where to meet her for dinner. Just something to share. I'm featured on my company's monthly newsletter. Check out my welcome note (already edited btw).

Say No To Lafite

2008-04-29T01:26:00.000+08:00

We had a company subsidised lunch at Lafite at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur. It was supposed to be fine dining and high class since it has won numerous awards and have excellent reviews about their food. Well, it was my first time there (since people like me can't afford these places often) and I got to say, IT WAS SO DISAPPOINTING! The food wasn't that great...the ambiance was just like any ordinary hotel terrace cafe (in fact...I've seen better ones...don't let the picture on link fool you!). And to top it off, their staff weren't really well trained due to a certain incident that happend. Ok, it's too long for me to bitch about it since my colleague already blogged about it, I shall leave it for you to read here.

Would I go back there again? Are you nuts?!! After all that...I don't think it's worth the money. It's not that I can't afford it....but seriously...RM25++ for a glass of fruit juice that is not even freshly squeezed? I think NOT!

Welcome Back Present

2008-04-28T23:49:00.005+08:00

If you think going on a long vacation is fun...think again! In our office, we just started this "if you go for a vacation for more than a week, we will do something to your desk" policy. Our first victim was my colleague Terence who just sits next to me. You see, he went for a 3 week honeymoon in New Zealand, and he came back this morning to his horror....

A lot of people had a hand in it (including yours truly). There also a video of us doing it! So the next time someone in the office decides to go on a long break...they better think twice! (including me...shit!)

Bachelor Night Party

2008-04-27T13:44:00.002+08:00

A friend is getting married so we threw him a bachelor night party in an undisclosed location.
It involves 10 guys, A LOT of alcohol, whip cream, M&Ms, raisins and a stripper.
Party lasted till 5AM, went for breakfast and I got home at 7AM.

There won't be any photos or more details because we all swore that whatever happened that night, stays within the group.

I shall leave it to your imagination on how the night went. =)

David Cook's Always Be My Baby

2008-04-21T01:39:00.004+08:00

I know by now you all will probably be saying "Enough with Mariah Carey already!" but hey, TOO BAD...did I mention I am an avid fan? Anyway, "Always Be My Baby" from her "Daydream" album, has always been one of my favourite MC songs of all time. Well, simply because that song brings back certain memories that will always be dear to me, and I will feel happy each time I hear that song.

Having said that, when I heard it was Mariah Carey week on American Idol, I just have to watch it, even though I don't exactly follow AI. Obviously, one performance caught my attention. Yep, it's this song which was performed by David Cook. All I got to say is.....HOLY @&$#!!! It's really really good. It really does the song justice. I love it and I really do hope they record his version. I mean, not every guy can pull off a song which was done originally by a female singer...and what more if it's done by MC?.....AWESOME!

Watch the video and tell me what you think...

Mariah Carey

2008-04-20T19:05:00.005+08:00

IT'S FINALLY HERE!! You have no idea how long I have waited for this album. I have been an avid fan of Mariah Carey since her first album so this review will obviously be bias toward her. I have all her CDs (all original mind you...some of my friends think I'm crazy!) and her latest offering, her 10th album, E=MC² already has a number 1 single "Touch My Body". The album name means "(E) Emancipation (=) equals (MC) Mariah Carey (²) to the second power". It is a play on Einstein's famous mass–energy equivalence formula and is the sequel to her 2005 album, The Emancipation of Mimi. If you think her last album is good, I personally think this one is better. She don't have as much collaborations as in her previous 3 albums, but it just goes to show, that she is still capable of making some good tunes on her own. There is also a track ("I'm That Chick") that samples Michael Jackson's "Off The Wall" disco remix. Watch out for her second single "Bye Bye" and my personal favourites "I Stay In Love" and "I'm That Chick" which won't surprise me if they reach #1 on the Billboard charts at some point.

Here are the track listings:

01. Migrate

02. Touch My Body

03. Cruise Control

04. I Stay In Love

05. Side Effects

06. I'm That Chick

07. Love Story

08. I'll Be Lovin' U Long Time

09. Last Kiss

10. Thanx 4 Nothin'

11. O.O.C.

12. For the Record

13. Bye Bye

14. I Wish You Well

Oh, if you get the Japan edition, it comes with 2 bonus tracks "Heat" and "4Real 4Real" which features Da Brat. Overall, I think this album is freakin' awesome! Packed with easy listening tunes as well as some tracks that could get you grooving to the beats (hey, I told you I will be bias). But seriously, if you like Emancipation of Mimi, you would definately like this one as well. Give it a try and don't just take my word for it.

My rating: 5/5
Sounds similar to: NO OTHER...she is the one and only! :)

Slap Slap Slap

2008-04-19T12:59:00.002+08:00

It's 745AM....I jumped out of bed...rushed to the washroom...came back out...only to remember...IT'S SATURDAY!!!! .....went back to sleep till 1030AM....says a lot right?...sigh!

Mutant Healing Powers

2008-04-15T01:37:00.007+08:00

Heya loyal readers! As you can see, it's been awhile that this site has been last updated....and no...this time, I have a valid excuse...and for the first time..it's not work related!

Well, as some of you know, I was quite sick the past week. I was down with a mild fever starting Tuesday night...I felt better the next day, and I went on back to the office and lasted throughout. Wednesday night the fever became worse. Now...it's very rare that I fall sick (come to think of it, I can't even remember when I was the last time I took an MC and a day off from work), and I usually recover in a day or so (because I have mutant healing powers). But this time, my mutant healing powers failed me. I was trying to be a hero on Thursday morning and went to work with a mild fever, hoping that I will pass the day without feeling anything...but just about 2 hrs into the office....I finally couldn't take it anymore. I had to see the doctor and take the rest of the day off.

Now call me stubborn, but yes, I do not like to visit the doctors. Firstly, I think they are just letting you know the obvious symptoms and will tell you advice that you already know like "Drink more water...blah blah blah" and "Don't take fried this and that....blah blah blah.." Well DUH! Even my friends can tell me that right?...so why do I need to go pay loads of money for a person to tell me what I already know? Well Okay...he did have medicine, but for me, I always try not to rely on meds and train my body to resist anything foreign (hence my mutant healing powers) UNLESS I really cannot fight it anymore. Besides, I require an MC to be off officially from work anyways. Really no offense to my doctor friends but yeah, that what I think! :P
But even on my day off, I was monitoring work progress from my laptop at home! =.=

I was feeling a whole lot better on Friday. Although not fully recovered, I still went back to the office (I should really get an Employee of the Year Award). But seriously. I am a workaholic and a perfectionist by nature. I cannot leave things incomplete and undone or being done by others for me. It just makes me feel uncomfortable if things are not done the way I want. Yea, maybe sometimes I need to learn to let go...but hey..we'll see. I guess it's just something I need to work on.

I spent most of the weekend at home believe it or not? I didn't even stepped out of the house on Friday night and whole of Saturday as I wanted to rest and chill. Yes, there were temptations for alcohol and parties (you know who you people are!), but it's not a very good idea if you're on meds. So if I can't drink, I might as well just stay home. Gave me time to watch my downloaded stuff too.

Then come Sunday evening. After being in Never Never Land for 2 days, I was invited to attend a soft launch of an indoor golf centre by a client in BSC, Bangsar. Well the place is Malaysia's first indoor golf venue and it features 4 golfing simulation machines. It's a cool concept if you ask me. I mean, playing golf without the heat of the sun? (get it?...cool concept?? :P). Our company designed their website, wall murals and other collaterals for their store. Oh...did I mention they have a bar? Being a launch, there were free flow of beer, wine and food. So remember when I said I was on meds??.....SCREW THAT! I'M CURED! ....I wonder sometimes if alcohol is the source for my mutant healing powers! :P

Baldy

2008-04-05T19:34:00.003+08:00

I was bored with my hair and wanted a drastic change. So after much tinkering, and in a bold move, I finally decided to shave my head to save on shampoo and hair wax. =P

Tell Me Where It Hurts

2008-04-02T23:13:00.001+08:00

What is that sad look in your eyes
Why are you crying
Tell me now, tell me now
Tell me, why you're feelin' this way
I hate to see you so down, oh baby
Is it your heart Oh, that's breakin' all in pieces
Makin' you cry
Makin' you feel blue
Is there anything that I can do

Why don't you tell me where it hurts now, baby
And I'll do my best to make it better
Yes, I'll do my best to make those tears all go away
Just tell me where it hurts now, tell me
And I love you with a love so tender
Oh and if you let me stay I'll love all of the hurt away

Where are all those tears coming from
Why are they falling
Somebody, somebody, somebody left your heart in the cold
You just need somebody to hold on, baby
Give me a chance to put back all the pieces
Take your broken heart
Make it just like new
There's so many things that I can do

Why don't you tell me where it hurts now, baby
And I'll do my best to make it better
Yes, I'll do my best to make those tears all go away
Just tell me where it hurts now, tell me
And I love you with a love so tender
Oh and if you let me stay I'll love all of the hurt away
Oh I'm gonna take it all away, baby

Snapshots of Phi Phi Island

2008-04-01T23:15:00.002+08:00

After my previous post, a lot of people asked: "Why so little pictures one ar?...I thought you go to some paradise island?....Show MORE pictures of the island lah!!" =.= *ish*

Actually, the pictures are up on both the links on the left panel, and at the very end of the post itself. I guess it will mean burning too much calories for some to just click on one extra link huh?...Either that or you just want to be spoon fed. Anyway, I'm not going to put up all (there are too many anyway). Here are just some snapshots of the island.

Does it make you wanna go there now?

Disclaimer: If you're wondering why aren't there pictures of people or myself in those pictures? Well, if you must know, I took a few shots of myself with the sceneries naked and I don't want to put it up as it might be too much to handle for some people. You will be deemed a fucking cheap bastard if you copy or take any of these photos to be your desktop wallpaper, screensaver or edit anything without my permission and may you shit razor blades for a week!

Island Hoppings

2008-03-28T22:40:00.013+08:00

WARNING: Extremely long post below. Reader discretion is advice.

Yes I am back! Missed me already? I was away for the past 5 days in Phuket and Phi Phi Island, Thailand. Came back 2 shades darker and an aching body but all I can say is....IT'S FREAKING AWESOME! Well, I went with 2 other friends Olivia and Lyn as we kinda planned this trip back in January and it was a spontaneous thing. We just wanted a holiday and the very next day, we booked the tickets. So throughout this whole trip, everything was pretty much spontaneous as well as we did not have a fixed itinerary. We did however have accomodation bookings made prior to the trip.

Day 1: Phuket - Karon + Patong Beach

Arrived Phuket around 2-ish in the afternoon and we took a cab who took us to arrange our transport with a travel agent. We will be moving a lot in between islands so ferry and transfer from pier to hotel and vice versa was very very important as ferries have scheduled timings.

Oli + Lyn: "Are we there yet??"

After the arrangements, we checked in to Living Room Hotel, somewhere in Karon and about 15 mins away to Patong Beach. I must say, the hotel was really good for a triple shared bed room going for about 2000 Baht (approx RM200) per night. Later we went in search of food as we were all super hungry (it was already around 3 something PM then). We came across this awesome noodle store that had both pork and beef noodles. All I got to say, it was the best damn beef noodles I have ever tasted. I will keep it short for now as I will be blogging about all the food we had in my next post. After the delicious meal, we went back to freshen up, and we're off again to Patong Beach for some sight seeing and shopping (Note: there are 2 ladies on this trip, therefore, you will hear the words 'shopping' very frequent throughout).

Sunset at Patong Beach

We all later decided to get pampered and went for foot and body massages. Well, there are many shops to choose from so it's just a matter of preference and price.

us being pampered...

1 and half hours later, we went for more shopping and food and then called it a night as we had to wake up at 545AM to catch the 8AM morning ferry to Phi Phi Island (3 people, 1 bathroom, 45 min journey from hotel to ferry pier...do the math).

Day 2: Phi Phi Island - Long Beach, Phi Phi Lay, Loh Samah Bay, Maya Bay

YAY! We're here!!!!

While on the way to the pier, our van picked up other people as well. Guess who was on board our van?....Rashid Sidek! But no...didn't get autograph and photos. We arrived Phi Phi Don at around 10AM and took a long-tail to Long beach and checked in to our hotel. Our hotel is situated right on top of a hill so getting up there is a challange on it's own. Now I must say that this place is a stark contrast to where we stayed in the first night. There were no air conditions and having an extra bed means just a materess on the floor. I killed a cockroach later that night too. But no complaints since it's only 950 Baht (RM 95) for 3 persons. However the view from the hotel's lobby/cafe was simply breathtaking.

Our room/hut

the view from hotel lobby/cafe

First thing we did after we checked in??....THAI MASSAGE (again!) We did it overlooking the beach and it was simply awesome and relaxing. After the massage and not wanting to waste more time, right after lunch we hired a boatman to take us island hopping and snorkeling. Now, in the whole of Thailand, it is very important that you know how to strike a bargain otherwise, there are a lot con artists who like to give you cut throat rates since we're tourists. 3 of us went for 3 hr boat ride, to 3 destinations + rental of snorkeling equipment all for just 1000 Baht (RM100). Not bad right? We snorkel at Loh Samah Bay and Maya Bay, and were also taken around Phi Phi Lay, and also to see the Viking Cave. Oh, in case you didn't know, Maya Bay is where they shot the movie "The Beach" staring Leonardo DiCaprio.

...island hopping

Loh Samah Bay

me snorkeling

Oli and I at Maya Bay

After being all fried and dried from the sun, we headed back, showered, and got ready for dinner. We were entertained by a fire show performance during dinner by the beach. We were all dead tired after dinner and called it a night.

Day 3: Phi Phi Island - Phi Phi Town, Loh Dalum Bay

All 3 of us were awoken by the loud sounds of freakin cicadas at 730AM but still lazed in bed till about 830AM. Skipped breakfast and went straight to the beach for a swim.

Our view from under the tree by the beach

After the swim, we had brunch at the cafe at our hotel. Checked out, and took the long-tail back to Phi Phi town. There were some confusion as to where we were suppose to go, because the address on our next hotel states that it is in Aonang, Krabi which is another hr ferry from Phi Phi Island. Remember the first day we already arranged our ferry tickets to Krabi? Well, lucky thing we called the hotel. They are situated in Phi Phi town. NOT Aonang Krabi! We remembered we booked it online and it's on Phi Phi Island. Hence, when we got there and took a look at the address, it states there Krabi only did we realise that we had to spend a night at Krabi. It turns out, Phi Phi Island IS within the Krabi district. So we booked THE WRONG ferry and transfers. Anyway, they have a no money back policy so we ended up paying for the trip to Krabi (it's about RM100 per person ok? PAIN!). We're going to make an official complaint to the Thai Tourism board as it is very misleading, and the fact that we couldn't get a refund really pissed us off. Anyway, that aside, we stayed in Kinaree House AT Phi Phi Town (note the address in the link), which was a really good place to stay going for 1800 Baht (RM180) per night for 3 beds.

The alleys in Phi Phi town

Here, it's litterally shopping heaven. You can go shop to shop bargaining for stuff. As Oli said "This place looks like some theme park!". Needless to say, the 2 ladies went on a shopping rampage.

"This one how much? Got discount??"

Ok, I did buy some stuff also, but I only bought 2 pair of "branded" board shorts which were really cheap. The food around this area are also nice...I mean, it has to be...there are so many tourist here we actually don't feel like we're in Thailand. After don't know how many hours of shopping, we went back to the hotel to shower and to get ready for dinner.

This is our damage in just a matter of hours!

We were out strolling and we stopped for beer. During the whole trip, we have a lot of beer and coffee stops as beers here are simply cheaper than what you pay back home (about RM 5 per bottle of Chang beer).

Having beer just before dinner...ahhhh!

After dinner, we went to this bar/club. We went there because there was a fire show by the beach, so we though it would be nice to just chill by the beach and drink MORE BEER!

...just like I said...MORE BEER! :p

Soon after the fire show started. See this performer below?

Oli thinks he is cute and stalked him! Haha..well, she did managed to take a picture with him later on as he was actually one of the security staff working at the place.

"I found him!...now faster take picture for me!!"

We were about to call it a night but the music became better. They were playing house music to me and Oli's liking. Lyn however has no choice but to follow us (Lyn, we will be converting you soon...muahaha!). We went to the dance floor and danced for awhile. I must say, it's rather different seeing people partying and dancing in shorts and slippers (me included). But who cares!

Scenes from the dance floor

Day 4: Phi Phi Island & Phuket Town

We were hunting for a good breakfast when we smelt freshly brewed coffee in one of the bakery and decided to have breakfast there. They served the yummiest coconut bread I have ever tasted!

After breakfast, we went on to Loh Dalum Bay, where they have water sports activities. We didn't do any seeing that we didn't have the time, we just stroll by the beach and took pictures.

Later we took a hike up Viewpoint, which is the highest hill on Phi Phi Island. Climbing up there is nothing big but there were just a lot of stairs and panting.

"Haiya...so many steps...this better be worth it!"

...and worth it it was..

We took the 230PM ferry back to Phuket, where we will spend a night in a backpacker's hostel. The name of the place? Phuket Backpacker Hostel (duh!). Being new, it's one of the best backpacker's hostel that you can find anywhere. Even seasoned backpackers who were there told us so. You get 2 double-decked beds in a room for only 1000 Baht (RM 100) so each person was around RM 25 per night. It's not air conditioned and the bathrooms are shared with others, but the one cool thing about the place? There is a 42" LCD TV down at the lounge and a library of DVDs for you to watch. They even have 4 internet terminals as well. Not bad right?

Our double-decked beds

...check out the LCD TV...and those aren't books..those are DVDs!!

It was already evening when we checked in. So we took a shower and headed out in search of dinner and continued with.....MORE SHOPPING! Walked around Phuket town and also went to Phuket Central Festival for shopping. We called it a night after all that walking...phew!

Day 5: Phuket Town

Our last day in Phuket...time always fly so fast when you are having fun. Sigh!...we woke up reluctantly, but we were hungry. Went to look for breakfast. Stopped by this place which serves porridge with pig parts ("Chee Chap Chok"). All I can say is.....OH MY GOD!!! It's heaven.

Best pork porridge I ever tasted...

After breakfast, we went walking around for more last minute souvenirs and shopping (again!). We then headed for the food market where they sell some interesting food items.

Rotten fish in bottles....ewwww!

More preserved food items

After much walking around, we went back to the hostel to chill as we had a cab to take us to the airport in the noon.

Overall, the trip has been quite an experience. It was tiring moving between different places every night, but it was worth it. We are already planning our next trip on the way back...and really, we can't wait.

*Click here to view more pictures from the trip.

Super Multitasking

2008-03-18T23:58:00.007+08:00

Who says men can't multitask? I did (but should NEVER be attempted unless your're a trainned professional =p) something this morning which just proved the theory wrong. This was what happend this morning. I was on my way to the office, when suddenly I received a text message from a colleague from the office telling me that a client was looking for me and it was REALLY URGENT. Well, I text back my colleague to ask if she taken down the number of the client but she said the client told her that I got her number. Hmmm...I was about 10 mins away from the office, so I just told my colleague that I'm nearby and will return the call once I get in.

Right after doing so, I got stuck in a traffic jam! Well...feeling uneasy, I wanted to call the client back since it was urgent..BUT....the contact number is in my laptop on the back seat of my car!....So what to do? Being stuck in a jam, I stretched out to the back seat and grabbed my laptop, turned it on and searched through my contact list while driving!...So now I got the laptop on my lap, and my mobile phone on the one hand, and the other holding the steering wheel! I was lucky that traffic was slow otherwise I think I would have gotten into an accident. After all that trouble, it turns out the client only wanted some text copy to be changed on the already "live" site...not really crucial if you ask me....GAH!!!

Luckly there wasn't any cops around at that time and I think if I had another extra hand, I would use my camera to take a photo of how I did it...hahaha...I wonder what the world record is for multitasking while driving...

Oh Yay! The Weekend Is Here!

2008-03-14T09:51:00.005+08:00

The weekend is here again! I have been a bit busy of late, thats why I haven't been blogging for sometime. Anyway, I will be away for a "splash and dash" trip to Singapore this weekend. What's happening there? Well, nothing much actually. I just wanted to get away for awhile, visit some friends and relatives, partying...maybe shopping too if I have the time.

Oh! I'm using a "new" (it's a hand me down) laptop in the office now running Windows freaking Vista! MY GOD! Vista is so freaking slow running on 1Gb of RAM!! I think Windows XP running on 512Mb RAM can run faster! Although it looks cool and all, but it's rather frustrating waiting like 5 seconds before you can view the damn Control Panel. Oh well...I shouldn't be complaining since it's not mine.

Can't wait for Phuket next week!....

In 23 Days...

2008-03-01T17:42:00.002+08:00

23 days from today...I will be here....

....looks like paradise ain't it?...Wait for my actual pictures! ;)

The "Creative" Conversation

2008-02-25T18:37:00.005+08:00

This is an actual conversation I had over MSN Messenger today:

whiterabbit says:
yo
whiterabbit says:
what's up?
-- demonick™ -- says:
hey...errmm...the sky?
whiterabbit says:
someone's not being very creative today
-- demonick™ -- says:
eh...creative wut
whiterabbit says:
how is that creative?
-- demonick™ -- says:
err...because it is?
whiterabbit says:
.....
whiterabbit says:
but why?
-- demonick™ -- says:
did anyone give you the same answer i did?
whiterabbit says:
yes
whiterabbit says:
but not today
-- demonick™ -- says:
ok..hahah...
-- demonick™ -- says:
but i was just stating the obvious
whiterabbit says:
not really
whiterabbit says:
it should have been the ceiling
whiterabbit says:
since you're indoors
-- demonick™ -- says:
hahaha..
-- demonick™ -- says:
darn
-- demonick™ -- says:
but the sky is "upper" than ceiling
whiterabbit says:
might as well say space is further up?
-- demonick™ -- says:
eh..true also..
-- demonick™ -- says:
okok..ask me again
-- demonick™ -- says:
:p
whiterabbit says:
no need
whiterabbit says:
i don't want to know anymore
-- demonick™ -- says:
hahahah
-- demonick™ -- says:
dont you just wished you just said "hi" and saved all that trouble?
-- demonick™ -- says:
:p
whiterabbit says:
yes
whiterabbit says:
bye
-- demonick™ -- says:
hahaha
-- demonick™ -- says:
see ya..

...creative eh?

Blind Dates

2008-02-19T16:05:00.003+08:00

Have you ever been on a blind date? Well, I think it’s the best thing ever because it’s always exciting meeting a person up for the very first time, without having met the person prior to the date. I have my fair share of blind dates, and believe me…every single time it’s the same feeling for me anxiety, being self conscious and eagerness. Well, most of my blind dates usually start online with couple of daily conversations with a regular bunch of people, which will eventually lead to more personal topics of conversation as time goes by. It then finally becomes comfortable enough to finally meet up. Think of it as an online pen-pal.

Yesterday, I met up with L at Pavilion for dinner, along with her friend R. Now it’s quite common for a girl to bring a friend along on the first meeting. I mean, there are a lot of psychopaths around these days and I totally understand. But not all of my blind dates are like that anyway. I’ve know L for probably close to 2 years now, but our communications were only mainly through MSN Messenger, Facebook and via mobile. We finally met up in La Bodega for dinner and I lets just say everything went well, and she was all I expected her to be.

Hey if you’re thinking that I’m doing all this to get to know more girls…well, YES you’re probably half right! I’m not shy to admit it. But meeting up a girl does not mean that I like that girl or that I’m going after her; neither does it mean that I want something in return from her (you know what I mean). People always seem to assume those things immediately when you tell them that you have a date. For me, meeting them means I gain a new friend (and in yesterday’s case 2 new friends), a chance to expand my social network and potential business opportunities. Of course I don’t deny the fact that there could be a possibility of ending up more than just friends. But anyway, that’s not the point!

I guess what I’m trying to say here is that I can safely say that I been on enough blind dates to qualify in giving these tips if anyone wants to try it (at least I think I’m qualified :p):

1. Go on these dates with an open mind.

2. DO NOT and I repeat DO NOT expecting anything, most of the time, you will end up gaining something anyways.

3. Don’t be pretentious – just be yourself. I’m very turned off by a pretentious person. If that person don’t like the way you are, so be it. You’re better off not being friends anyway.

4. Try to impress your date, but don’t try too hard and over do it. Over doing it will bring you back to point number 3.

5. Never judge a book by its cover. Doesn’t mean if she didn’t put on any make up that day or she has a birth defect somewhere that she is automatically classify as horrible looking. Beauty lies from within and so does compatibility. Although first impressions do give you a gauge of her personality.

6. Communicate! There is nothing more boring than going out with someone who just sits there like a piece of dead wood.

I think blind dates can be fun if you approach it correctly. It also keeps your life exciting. Please don’t say that you’re already attached and you cannot do this anymore. It’s nonsense! For those attached just know your limits. Nobody is asking you to marry the next person you date. It’s merely a good way to get to know new people. If you’re afraid, go in a group or get a friend to follow you. It’s not as bad as you think. So…anyone willing to give it a go after this? Hehe.

Behold! Unit 16-03

2008-02-17T21:14:00.014+08:00

Woohoo! I finally got the keys to my condo on Saturday. As promised, here are a few snap shots of my new crib

The balcony view

The swimming pool

So what do you think of my new crib? It's definately going to be a place to chill.

Click here for more pictures of 16-03

Cousins Gathering 2008

2008-02-17T20:23:00.006+08:00

The follow event took place at Kota Kemuning on 13 February 2008:

Every year, my cousins and I will always organise a get together basically catch up on everyone, chill, drink, do ridiculous stuff and have fun. Think of it as a reunion, but only for us cousins (so there can be endless alcohol consumption and stupidity without aunties and uncles). For the last 4 or 5 years or so, we've always had it in my cousin's place in Ampang. Sadly, they moved to the States and sold the place (I miss Villa Aman!). Anyway, this year they were back for CNY, so we had it at Danny's place in Kota Kemuning. There were a couple of absentees this year. My brother and Karen who are both on their honeymoon in the States, my cousin Szue May, who is in Sunderland buzy with college life, and Han Sen. However, there was a surprise when my cousin Pearly who came back all the way from Manchester to join us.

Being CNY, we had Yee Sang and everyone else brought food ala pot luck. The night continued with bitching sessions and catching up with everyone. Usually, we will then play some kind of drinking game and hope everyone gets happy. But this year, again being CNY...there is only one thing to do....GAMBLE!!! We started of playing Blackjack, but then it wasn't really "chee kek" enough. We switched to our customary game...IN BETWEEN. In case you're wondering, this has been a tradition in our family. Every year during CNY, uncles, aunties, cousins....everyone will gather round a table to play. Last year, the pot went up to a record of approximately RM3500!!!
This year however, it went up to about RM400++ seeing that we only had all cousins playing.

Nevertheless, we all had a blast every year. Hopefully, the next gathering will be in my cousin Jacqui's place in South Carolina! Now wouldn't that be something huh?

All us cousins

Click here to view more pictures from that night.

Sai Mm Sai Ah?

2008-02-15T15:18:00.005+08:00

I was driving pass the LDP last night and I saw this:

Ok, so this is old news to some, and yes this pic was taken by a friend earlier in the day, but anyway.... at first many people thought this was a hoax but not until The Star reported it when everyone believed it. David Tan is the face on the billboard. He did fork out RM 40k for the billboard space and to top it off, he got her a RM14k ring. Kelly Tan E Li, you must be the luckiest girl on Valentine's Day. Question is...is it worth to splurge all that cash? I mean I can understand, if you're a son of a millionaire or you've hit the lottery or something, but no ordinary person would do something so dramatic and public. If this is the proposal, can you imagine the wedding? Isn't a person always suppose to "one-up" the proposal? But ever wondered what will happen if she declines? Do you think he has a back up plan or a 14 day money back guarantee policy?? But anyway, my hats off to the lad! You have set a very high benchmark for us guys here. Spoil market lah you!!! So to all guys, be prepared!

It just goes to show that sometimes, love holds no bounds.

Valentine's Day

2008-02-15T01:56:00.005+08:00

Happy (belated) Valentine's Day!!!

My Valentine's Day was great! How did yours go? ;)

I Got My Bling Bling

2008-02-06T12:41:00.002+08:00

I recently added another bottle to my Absolut collection.

The limited edition Absolut Bling Bling. This bottle arrived yesterday all the way from Israel. Yes I bought this bottle through eBay and it cost about RM 114.00 including shipping. I think it's ok considering I haven't seen it here. The package came with some Israeli words and stuffed with bubble wrap. At first glance it did looked like a bomb package. But anyway, I'm happy, and I'm still scouting for other rare Absolut bottles. So I have alerted people who are going abroad to be on the look out for me.

On another note, Happy CNY everyone!

P.S: Still waiting for my bro to pass me photos of his wedding...so wait for that and be patient!

Apparently I'm Famous!!

2008-01-30T23:38:00.000+08:00

Apparently, I used to work with a very famous bunch of talents and actors. Click here to find out more

3 Birthdays, A Wedding & A Cultural Event

2008-01-28T15:39:00.000+08:00

It has been a rather busy weekend for me. It started out on Friday night, where there were 2 of my friends who were celebrating their birthdays on the same day. After work, I met up with Ashley and some friends for dinner in an Italian restaurant called Caff Restaurant (* links to a random blog site) at Bandar Puteri Puchong, which coincidently happens to be owned by one of her friend. The food was not bad at all, but it was located in a rather secluded area, so not many people know about it. Needless to say, it was still fun when the alcohol came by.

Ashley the birthday girl

Group pic...

After dinner, I had to head down all the way to The Loft on Heritage Row for another birthday celebration. This time, it was my old friend Elaine's party. Well, you don't think you can expect to go to a place like The Loft on your birthday and come out standing do you? That was exactly what happend to Elaine. Well Elaine, I hoped you had a blast that night....if you remember the last parts of it..hehe..

2 posers - Elaine & I

Alice, Jek, Me & Elaine

"Nooooo...not another one!!"

Saturday night. There was another birthday gathering. Well actually, it's a belated birthday gathering for Lyn, since her birthday was actually last week. You see...some people celebrate her birthday in Krabi by the beach (tsk tsk..), so she had to do it on Saturday night at WIP @ BSC. It was fun seeing her unwrapping her presents..

The many faces of Lyn

All of us @ WIP

Sunday morning, I picked Lyn up from her place and we went down to KLPAC for their Open Day. They had loads of cultural performances and workshops from morning way up till 5PM. Unfortunatly, both Lyn and myself can't stay that long as we both had other plans. The highlight of the day was definately the tour of KLPAC, where we got to go backstage and see what goes on behind the scenes during performances. We went up to the lighting room, the locker rooms and even up on the catwalk area high above!

Lyn & I @ KLPAC

Click here to view pictures taken @ KLPAC Open Day

Later that night, I had a wedding dinner to attend. My ex-classmate Julian got married, and their wedding reception was held at JW Marriott hotel in Kuala Lumpur. Congrats Julian & Alesia! It was also sort of a mini high school reunion too as I caught up with a lot of my ex-classmates and friends.

Us with the bride & groom

Mini high school reunion??

Phew!....so that was my weekend. Next up, it's my brother's wedding. So looking forward to another busy weekend again...so stay tuned for that.

Disgruntlement: The Death of My N80

2008-01-24T14:34:00.000+08:00

Sighs! It is official, my N80 finally died. Well, at least it cannot function properly for normal usage. All I see on my screen now is a white background with no interface, therefore making it totally useless. I think this is a common problem with slider phones as it has something to do with wear and tear issues. The phone is about 1 and half years old and I’m a heavy phone user. My backup phone which is an O2 Xphone II, wasn’t much help either. You see, the reason I bought the N80 was because the O2 couldn’t really function properly. A few of the keys on the keypad are jammed making it hard if not impossible to access key menus like creating text messages. I can still make and receive calls normally though but I can’t reply nor create text messages.

It was when looking for another phone from others to use when I just realized that I can’t do that because all my contacts are stored on my phone’s memory and not my SIM card. I bet you will be asking….why can’t I use the phone to copy the contacts to the SIM right?...Well, there are 2 reasons. First, I can’t access the copy menu due to the jammed keys. Second, even if I could, my SIM card can’t store all of my numbers (I have about 400+ contacts). Right now, I managed to copy a backed up address book from my laptop into the O2’s phone memory, so I still get to browse through my contacts. Only thing, I CAN’T DO TEXT MESSAGES!!...can you see my frustration here??!!!!@%#&@!!!

Time to get a new phone? Maybe not...again, due to financial constraints and limitations, I think its better bet for me to revive the N80. If you know me well enough, you would know I would never settle for a downgraded phone or any gadget for that matter even if it’s cheap. I will only upgrade but never downgrade…so yes...stubborn me. Sigh!…I really hope it’s not going to cost a bomb to repair it. But for now, I shall stick with my O2. So if for some reason I don’t reply your text messages, don’t say I didn’t warn you.

Weekend Addiction

2008-01-22T23:02:00.000+08:00

A lot of people have asked me.."Why do I sleep so late?? Are you working??" Well...not exactly. Of late, I have been following a lot of TV series, all thanks to the influence of friends and fellow colleagues and I got to say, it's a really REALLY good way to kill time, and IT'S FUCKING ADDICTIVE!! I can spend the whole weekend locked up in my room watching, with the air conditioning on, munching on snacks (and occasionally alcohol) and in the comfort of my bed. It also does help if your PC is hooked up to an entertainment system which creates a better viewing experience ;)

These are some of the series that I'm currently following:

1. Dexter (Season 1 & 2)
2. Desperate Housewives (Season 4)
3. Nip/Tuck (Season 5)
4. Smallville (Season 7)
5. Cashmere Mafia (Season 1)
6. The 4400 (Season 3 & 4)
7. The L Word (Season 5)
8. Gossip Girl (Season 1)

So as you can see, I literally can be a hermit crab and stay in my shell for the whole weekend distancing myself from the world. Oh, and on top of all these TV series, I also got loads of downloaded movies to watch as well. Which reminds me...let me know if anyone wants any of the series above. Okok...I'm off now to watch some now.... :p

Will You Marry Me??...Please?

2008-01-17T23:13:00.000+08:00

POST UPDATE (updated Jan 20):
Just a few days after this post, I forgotten I had another wedding dinner next week before my brother's, and gotten another 2 more invitations with one being in Singapore, bringing this year's total to 9!! Shit...ang pow also now have to give in SGD...FUCK I'm going to be SO BROKE! :(

Marriage - the social institution under which a man and woman establish their decision to live as husband and wife by legal commitments. Lately there seems to be an influx of people I know getting married or engaged. Well, I think it’s quite normal for people my age, as I’m not getting any younger either. But the question is…WHY?

Why do people get married? Is it an elevated social status? Is it a MUST to get married in your lifetime? Is it due to peer pressure? Is it if you don’t, people look down on you? Well, whatever the reason maybe, some people do marry or say “Yes!” for the wrong reasons, which I think it’s really sad. These people normally end up in a divorce settlement rather than living happily ever after. Just yesterday, I called a friend out for dinner, to which she replied “Sorry I can’t…I’m attending a wedding dinner tonight” Hmm…a wedding dinner on a Wednesday night? How odd. So then I asked “Who gets married on a Wednesday night?” to which my friend replied “Mr. X loh” I was like “WTF?!!!...Mr. X is married?!! When did this happened?” You see, the reason I was so surprise was because I know this Mr. X person. Although I’m not close to him, he is always the “playful” type and never once did I portray him as marriage material at so young nor a potential father figure. The last I heard, he was getting “close” to another friend of mine while he is still dating his girlfriend…so you get the idea. Turns out, he got a “Buy one free one” promotion (his girlfriend got knocked up!). Sigh, and for that he has to marry the poor girl. Honestly, I wish him all the best, but you can’t help but think disaster in the future.

This year alone, I think I have about a minimum of 6 weddings to attend! Not that I don’t like weddings, but sometimes you just can’t help but wonder why the sudden rush. Some of the people getting married are even a few years younger than I am. My younger brother will be getting married in about 2 weeks from now, which I am extremely happy for him. My brother has been with my future sister-in-law for probably 8 years now, and it’s about time too. Which again makes me wonder…is it because someone cannot say “No” that they have to say “Yes”? Is it because you have already been with that someone for so long and it’s a “waste” to just say no? Don’t get me wrong here; I have nothing against my brother getting married. I’m just illustrating an honest opinion in general. It seems to be an “in thing” nowadays that people want to get married. The question is, are they really ready for it?

Another question I sometimes ask: is she marrying him just because of his money or good looks? Or does he marry her because she is pretty, easy to manipulate and is his ultimate trophy to show off? Does the law say you have to be married to be together forever? Well, of course if you’re planning a family, then that would be the legal way. Is it because parents or relatives keeps bugging you during reunion dinners and keeps asking that age old question “When are you getting married?” and you do so just to shut them up?

I came across this one person who actually says he needs to get married soon because his dad is ill and might not live for long and wants grand children before he dies. WHAT??!! Get married just because of that? Well, I understand it’s out of respect to ones parents and if the couple are ready to get married then yes go ahead, but seriously, if the couple just got together not too long ago, this would be one big no-no! But yet again, some people do it anyway! I just don’t understand. Does one live to fulfill their parents wishes at the expense of their own welfare?

Hey, it’s not that I’m feeling left out or anything like that. Trust me; I think marriage would not be in my list of priorities at the moment. But that doesn’t mean I do not want to get married either. Even having a relationship for that matter, it’s not necessary for now. I have been through enough shitty and heartbreaking relationships to even consider starting another one right now. It’s just so tiring sometimes to see all your hard work and sacrifices all go to waste. Of course someday I also don’t rule out the possibility of having one either…if the right one comes along and if chemistry happens…why not?

Well, this just something that’s brewing in my mind at the moment, with the sudden count increase of wedding “saman” I have this year. To all those who are engaged and getting married this year, I like to say CONGRATULATIONS and all the best to you.

Note: The author did not intend to question the integrity and legitimacy to those already married / engaged, and is merely speaking his mind. Anyone who felt offended and took this post personally is definitely and obviously in a problematic relationship.

Absolut Alcoholic

2008-01-13T04:16:00.000+08:00

As some of you may already know, I have a stash of alcohol in my room. Yes yes, I do collect them, but NO I don't drink them except for occasions. Well, my latest addition to the collection was this limited edition Absolut Disco bottle, which is this year's holiday packaging. Thanks Jill for getting me this. The cool thing about this, is it can be used as a "disco ball" which can be hung from the ceiling.

Look how the bottle reflects light...cool!
(pic from absolut.com)

Behold my alcohol stash in my room!

Ok, so now I got a few unopened bottles and also a few opened ones...

Opened bottles:
Chivas Regal 12 Years (3/4 bottle)
Absolut Raspberri (1/4 bottle)
Absolut Citron (1/4 bottle)

Unopened bottles:
Absolut Disco (Absolut Vodka - 1 Litre)
Absolut Mandarin (1 Litre)
Jack Daniels (1 Litre)
Bacardi Limon (1 Litre)
Glenfiddich Single Malt 15 Years (1 Litre)
Appleton Jamaican Rum (500ml)

So as you can see if anyone needs someone to bring the booze as ammunition to a party, you know who to look for right?....so do I hear more invites to parties soon?? *wink*

NYE 2007: The Aftermath

2008-01-04T00:36:00.000+08:00

This is a follow up from the previous post, featuring pictures of us and the star of the night Zara, after the celebrations ended on NYE. Pictures courtesy of Rozell.

...it just goes to show what an overdose of alcohol can do to you...hehe!

NYE 2007

2008-01-03T00:51:00.001+08:00

Last Monday night, it's not only NYE, it was also Zara's birthday. So obviously, it's a double reason to celebrate (and drink!). Seeing that everyone will be at the major countdown hotspots in the Klang Valley, we actually wanted to have a small celebration with a group of friends at Zara's place. But after giving a lot of thought about the mess and cleaning up the aftermath, we decided to have it at a bar/bistro called Studio-X who is runned by one of Zara's friends in Taman Desa. Well, having it there means that we do not have to get stuck in traffic, suffocate amongst the sea of humans....and most importantly....CHEAP ALCOHOL! It's also very near Zara's place so she can't use the excuse that she has to drive back...because technically...she can even walk back (if she can walk by the end of the night that is..)

Here are the pics from that night:

This is Zara the birthday girl...now still cute..wait till later

Zoey and Su Ann

Zara, Jean & I

Rozell & I

Jean & Evie

Zara blowing....the candles

Counting down...

...a toast to 2008!

Zara in action

"....please let this be my last drink..."

"What?!! One more??!!!!" - Not so cute now eh? =p

Well it was a rather fun and "quiet" night. We didn't see fireworks go off because we were seeing our own"fireworks" already when the lights became fuzzy and blurry...Zara..hope you had a blast...and yea..this is pay back for what you done to me on my birthday!...revenge is sweet!

Click here to see what happens next!!

Happy New Year??

2007-12-31T12:28:00.000+08:00

It’s that time of the year again, where everyone does their new year’s resolution, party and sing “Auld Lang Syne”. So what’s your new year’s resolution for 2008? For me, I’m predicting a more “challenging” year for me, simply because I think I have to make a lot of sacrifices next year. Before you all go “WHOAH..sacrifice what?..life?!!”, no..it simply means that I have to start being more careful with my spendings. Well, this means going out a whole lot less, no more holidays, no more unnecessary partying, spending and pampering. Why? Well, because I have to start saving for my new condo. Just to give you a picture of why, just the other day, I went window shopping for electrical appliances…you know just the basic washing machine, fridge, microwave oven, etc…those alone cost around RM 10k. I still have to think about renovations, furniture, lightings and all other extra stuff which could all total to around RM50k or more.

I’m just bracing myself I guess and giving everyone the heads up incase you ask me why I’m becoming less and less anti-social and not happening anymore. So there…one of my new year’s resolutions I guess. How was 2007 overall for me? Well let’s just say, it turned out quite well in the end as I have some things fulfilled (although not all). So let’s hope everything turns out better in 2008.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Christmas Eve Party @ Janice's Place

2007-12-28T01:49:00.000+08:00

Tis' the season to be jolly...so what better way than to have a Christmas eve party. This year, I broke a 27 year tradition of spending Christmas eve with my family. If you ask me why?...well...sometimes...it just feels good to have a change of environment. This year I spent Christmas eve at Janice's place. The food was simply excellent...thanks to Janice and her 2 sisters. We had like...sausage cocktails, bread wrap, vege sticks, grilled chicken, mashed potatoes, pesto pasta, tuna pasta, fish kebabs, chicken kebabs, beef kebabs, bacon wraps, sausages, mushrooms, garlic bread and trifle...and a barbecue pit (hungry yet?)

Each of us had to bring a gift that night because there will be a gift exchange game later on. There were lots of other 'stupid' fun games, which were quite entertaining.

Anyway..here are some of the pictures of that night courtesy of Janice...

The Christmas tree..

Our food spread...

Janice and I

'Waahhh! I got 2 pressies...I feel like a kid again..."

"So..is this mine??...Can I open this one already??"

After a few drinks...everyone is happy and a camwhore!

..and finally..the group pic

Special thanks to Janice and her family for inviting me over...Merry Christmas!

Company Dinner Cruise

2007-12-22T02:11:00.000+08:00

Last Friday, I had a company Christmas dinner on a boat. No really! I'm not kidding! My company charted a whole boat for a dinner cruise at Putrajaya. Well I got to say, it was something quite different. It was a fine-dining, 4-coursed meal, and honestly, it was pretty decent. The cruise took about 2 hours including the dinner. Prior to that, we brought along our gift wrapped presents to be exchanged during what we call "Dirty Santa". It was fun, except that I ended up with a box of micro jigsaw puzzle with a Disney picture! *grrr* When I say micro, I'm talking about a 200 piece jigsaw that fits into a box the size of a deck of cards. You can imagine how small a piece is right? Well, the whole idea of "Dirty Santa" was to take away another person's gift in exchange for what he/she wants. I had an Umbro shoe bag, but was "snatched" away in returned for the jigsaw!! Anyway, I will tell you the rules of "Dirty Santa" later.

Here are some pictures from that day..

Our boat for the night

And these are pictures courtesy of Alex and Grace..

Mike hogging the biggest present!!

"Dirty Santa"....notice I initially HAD the shoe bag

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us!!!

To see more (and larger) photos and the rules for "Dirty Santa" click here

Embarrassing Stories

2007-12-17T23:32:00.001+08:00

If you're thinking that these stories are my embarrassing stories...well...think again! But hey, I would like to share these 2 incidences that I have actually encountered courtesy of others and by the end of both, you tell me which one is more embarrassing.

Incident 1
This took place at One Utama shopping centre a very long time ago (it was during my secondary school days). Back then, it was a trend to wear low-cut baggy jeans till they look like they're going to fall off or something (remember that time?). Anyway, it was a friend's birthday, and we were suppose to meet up in the shopping centre for a birthday celebration with a bunch of girls from another school, because my friend invited them. Our meeting point was in front of Jusco supermarket (back then there was no new wing yet!). So the birthday boy was sporting his baggy jeans that day in hopes of impressing the girls. It was so low, you could actually see his underwear from the back. We were there first, and later the girls came by and talked to my friend the birthday boy. I being the prankster, yanked his jeans hard till it fell straight down to the floor while he was talking to the girls (luckily he was wearing underwear!). Not only that, can you imagine the amount of people in that area?!! My friend was so embarrassed; he pulled his jeans up and chased the hell out of me, leaving the girls there stranded. I think I might have mentally scarred him for life during that incident.

Incident 2
A friend and I were driving around one afternoon and I had to stop to go use the restroom. So we stopped by this petrol kiosk as my friend had to fill up the tank anyway. I went in to the gents and had to use one of the cubicles as the urinals were out of order (so typical right?). So anyway, there were 2 doors. One was obviously closed and locked which only left the one which was slightly opened. Needless to say, I pushed it opened so that I can enter, and to my horror, there was a young girl there squatting taking a dump in full view!! The girl didn't scream or anything as I guess she was too shocked or embarrassed herself to react. I just said sorry (duh!!) and closed the door and went out laughing telling my friend of what happened. It turns out, the ladies restroom is locked and requires a key from the counter to be opened. I guess she was having an "emergency" and didn't bother asking. Why the heck do most of the petrol kiosks lock the ladies restroom to begin with anyway??!! So yeah, can you imagine that girl? She probably came out peeking if I was still around before coming out of the restroom. Oh, btw, I managed to hold it in and went to a shopping mall to relieve myself later on :)

So which do you think is more embarrassing eh?

Photo Shoot

2007-12-10T23:25:00.000+08:00

For this entry, I shall let the pictures do most of the talking. This is what took place today.

The location

The setup

The preparation

The briefing

The shoot

In Need Of Talents

2007-12-03T21:35:00.000+08:00

DO YOU LIKE ICE CREAM?

DO YOU WANT TO BE FAMOUS?

If you answered "Yes" to both of the above, do let me know. I'm looking for talents both male and female, age between 20 till 60. Yes this means it also includes your uncles, aunties, brother, sister, mistresses, ex-girlfriends...or who ever you might think is interested or decent looking enough, from any ethnicity.

This is a photo shoot for a client, to get some stock images to be use on their upcoming desktop calendars, cards and also their website. The pay well....ICE CREAM! They are offering 10 pints worth of ice cream to who ever they select. Of course this comes in the form of vouchers where you can exchange for pints at anytime at any outlet. Not bad for only a 1/2 day or so photo shoot right?

There will be only 10 selected talents for the shoot. The date, time and location of the shoot will be finalized this Wednesday (5th December), but at the mean time, if you are interested to get some free ice cream (and get fat!), do let me know and start spreading the word!

*Note: the client sells premium ice cream and not ice cream potong. So ONLY if you're really interested, will I let you know who they are.

First Glimpse Of Unit 16-03

2007-11-22T23:49:00.000+08:00

*click on image to enlarge

Alright, the above is a first glimpse of my new condo (I know it's just a floor plan...but who cares!) This is the first time I'm revealing anything to anyone with regards to my new place, so you should be honoured =p

Well it's nothing extravagant (approx. 1100 sq ft) nor anything luxurious, nevertheless, I'm still proud of myself for getting my own place. It's not quite ready yet so I can't take any pictures from the inside, but once I do, I will definitely update them here for all to see. I've sent this floor plan to my sister who apparently says she will do some 3D modelling based on the plans for some interior deco ideas. Cool eh? Once done, I'll see what can I renovate and how to decorate it. Oh, did I tell you my unit is on the 16th floor and my balcony view faces D'sara and D'sara Heights area? Well, yet to see how the view actually looks like from there, but don't worry, again like I said, I will be updating everyone the progress here from now on. Until then...

Leona Lewis

2007-11-21T10:23:00.000+08:00

Leona Louise Lewis, an English singer-songwriter and winner of the third series of the popular television talent show The X Factor.

Her debut single, "A Moment like This" (a cover of Kelly Clarkson's version), was released on 20 December 2006. The single was also available as a digital download from midnight on 17 December and broke a world record after it was downloaded fifty thousand times in thirty minutes (info sourced from Wikipedia). Wow! That is really something I must say. Her debut album titled "Spirit" reminds me a lot of Mariah Carey during the late 90's. Her vocals are really good. You know when you watch a good love movie, where there is always a good original soundtrack to go with it?....Think of this album as that...a collection of love songs from various movie soundtracks.

Here are the track listings:
01. Bleeding Love
02. Whatever It Takes
03. Homeless
04. Better In Time
05. Yesterday
06. Take A Bow
07. I Will Be
08. Angel
09. Here I Am
10. I’m You
11. The Best You Never Had
12. The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
13. Footprints In The Sand
14. A Moment Like This – UK Bonus Track

My personal favourites? "Yesterday" and "Angel". If you're feeling "emo", this is definately the album you want to be getting.

My rating: 4/5
Sounds similar to: Mariah Carey (during the late 90's), Kelly Clarkson (minus the attitude), Mandy Moore (typical "emo" love song singer)

Happy Birthday People!!

2007-11-20T10:06:00.000+08:00

If it weren't for Facebook, little did I know that I have so many friends who share the same birthdate or birthdays that are just days apart. It's amazing sometimes what you can find out through Facebook.

So to all these people listed below.... *really long drumroll*

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

...and make sure you save me a piece of your cake!

Saturday Night @ Groove Junction

2007-11-18T23:00:00.000+08:00

Sometimes, there is nothing better than just hanging out with your close friends for a drink and chilling out on a Saturday night. Well, my Saturday night was relatively quiet as compared to the night before where I was at The Loft on Heritage Row till they closed.

Suzanne suggested we go to Groove Junction at Sri Hartamas. It's suppose to be a place for Jazz but it was Hip-hop night and there was a live performance that night. The place was kinda okay, but a Hip-hop performance just wasn't my cup of tea. I mean, I like Hip-hop but those performers sort of kill the mood with their Snoop Dogg-50 Cent wannabe act. Well, at least the beers were cheap as it was only RM8 per mug of Tiger Beer for the whole night.

Suzanne, Me and May Lynn

Overall, it was kinda okay I guess as I will be going back there for their Jazz performances coming Tuesday and Friday night.

I'm a Pentium III

2007-11-14T00:59:00.000+08:00

Gee, I must have been slow at realising that I had made 2 major typo errors on 2 different entries. Best part was, I only realise it after about a week from the day it was first published! The first error was on the November 7th entry where I misspelled "Disguised" as "Disgused" on the title! Can you imagine??!!! Damn slow right??!! The title so big also didn't I realise 0.O"

The second error was the previous entry dated November 13th, where I misspelled Corrinne May as Corrienne May, as the hyperlink. That's why the damn link was not working because it's linked to the wrong site!!! BAHHHH!!!

I'm in need of a processor or RAM upgrade!

Corrinne May

2007-11-13T01:56:00.001+08:00

"Gorgeously sung retrospection that chronicles a spiritual revival of mind and spirit." - The Straits Times, Singapore

I have always been a fan of Singaporean born Corrinne May Ying Foo for her voice. Well, I have her first 2 albums and although some of the lyrics in the first 2 maybe a bit errr..."cheesy", she always tends to make up for it through her voice. This is her fourth album titled Beautiful Seed. This is by far her best (and longest) album to date. Her vocals here are just short of perfect, and really, since I got the CD all the way from Singapore (thanks again Jill!), I couldn't stop listening to it. This album is entitled Beautiful Seed, because it talks about her life's journey for the past 8 years or so - her ups and downs and it also reflects on how she has matured as a singer.

Here are the track listings:

01 Love Song for #1

02 Shelter

03 On The Side Of Me

04 Five Loaves and Two Fishes

05 Beautiful Seed

06 Leaving

07 Scars (Stronger For Life)

08 City of Angels

09 My Little Nephew

10 Slow Down

11 Green-Eyed Monster

12 On My Way

13 33

14 Shelter (Cherry Blossom Edition)

I think it's quite obvious that I totally like the album. Would I recommend it?....HELL YEAH!

My rating: 5/5 (definitely worth getting the original!)

Sounds similar to: Celine Dion, Sarah McLachlin

Stranded

2007-11-08T13:54:00.000+08:00

Last night after work, I met May Lynn and Evie up for dinner at The Curve, and later proceeded to Wabisabi in Plaza TTDI to have some drinks. Later, May Lynn left after having some "joy juice" apple vodka which both of us recommended her...hehehe. Evie and I thought it was rather early to be headed back home (it was only 12AM at that point) so we met Janice and some of her friends up at this place called Waikiki. All I can say is, it's an uncle's joint (why Janice why??!), where you have a live band performing. Evie even said.."Hey...don't be surprise you see your dad here!" Yea...it was that bad..but heck...so long the company was good nothing else matters right?

So anyway, after the drinks, we went across the street to have some "Lok-lok" by the road side. Half way eating, it began to rain. It rained so heavily, we had to take shelter at the nearest shop lots. Well...there we are STRANDED! The rain didn't seem that it will stop anytime soon.

Our "lok-lok" seller packing up :(

Raining elephants and cows!

The stranded bunch

After about 40 mins or so, Alex decided to make a run for it to get his car, since his car was the nearest (one has to sacrifice for all to go home right?). So thanks to him, we all got to go back home. Otherwise, I think we would probably be there until the rain stopped (I was home by 5am and it was still raining!).

Angel In Disguise

2007-11-07T00:40:00.000+08:00

" Take a look at the ordinary,

Don't need to look for paradise,

You could be next to an angel in disguise "

- Corrinne May

Sometimes we don't need to try too hard to find what we want. Whatever you want might sometimes be just right in front of you, in the simplest form, without you knowing. =)

DeM0NiCk's Playground™

Introducing...

Notification

Mariah Carey Performs ‘Hero’ Dedicated to Obama

Life Is Like Walking In A Shoe Store

The 2008 NYE Party @ Lanson Place

This Year…

Oh My Dear Candice...

My Little Hideaway

Chowtut Nights

Absolut Masquerade

My Chill Out "Jazzy" Week

New Zealand Natural Turns 5

The Weekend That Was..

If Only This Actually Happened...

TGIF

Livin' It Up @ Hong Kong & Shenzhen

Introducing...Sayuki Matsumoto (松本さゆき)

Update: 19 October 2008

Bet You Haven’t Seen This

Diana Krall Live

The Ultimate Rejection Letter

Macallan 15 Years Appreciation Night

Dear Mom...

William & Mei Yee

Cathy Nguyen

A Tasty Secret

Diana Krall Concert Tickets

Wayang Kata: The Music Edition @ No Black Tie

Destination Dilemma

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Launch

The Naked Truth

Friday Night @ Waikiki Too

Streamyx-less...Thanks to Stupid TM NET

Update: 10 August 2008

Mont Kiara Jazz Festival 2008 & Raw

Corporate Photo Shoot in Penang

Going Away..

The Birthday Bash

The Day After

My New Home Away From Home

Head Hunted...Again...But...

My Waikiki Birthday

Euphoria by MOS

RedRibbon Days Launch

Newman 5th Anniversary

16-03 @ 80%

ABUSED!!!

Euro 2008

The Meeting, The Proposal & The Wedding

I Thought The Weekend Was Over?

Not So PULSE-ating

Another Busy Saturday

Marié Digby Live In Kuala Lumpur

The 21 Hour Saturday

To My Sayang..

My New LCD TV

Fanatical Voices

Say No To Lafite

Welcome Back Present

Bachelor Night Party

David Cook's Always Be My Baby

Mariah Carey

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Mutant Healing Powers

Baldy

Tell Me Where It Hurts

Snapshots of Phi Phi Island

Island Hoppings

Super Multitasking

Oh Yay! The Weekend Is Here!

In 23 Days...

The "Creative" Conversation

Blind Dates

Behold! Unit 16-03

Cousins Gathering 2008

Sai Mm Sai Ah?

Valentine's Day

I Got My Bling Bling

Apparently I'm Famous!!

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