Before the start of another misery.

Before I return to the very room I dreaded the most, I would like to leave another happy moment, or should I say many happy moments in this blog as a piece of note to remind me that life is not all that miserable as it seems.

On the 17th of September, I planned meticulously to meet up with 5 of my buddies from Form 5. Then on 18th September, Friday, I received a message from one of my friends saying he was having high fever and that he couldn't make it for lunch with us. This lead to a chain of events which I did not foresee. Bay, a friend couldn't make it as he did not have a transportation. And so I went to Pyramid and met up with Ken Hon. Feeling disappointed in myself, I told him that both Bay and Ting Yu couldn't make it. I was feeling like a total loser at that time. All hope is not lost, I told Ken Hon that Bay suggested we go over to Puchong to have lunch. Without further ado, we prepared to go over to Bay's place. Immediately I SMSed Loh to tell him the change of plans, and thankfully he agreed to the sudden change of plans. Ken Hon, Loh and I met up at Bay's place and we went to a steamboat restaurant to have a scrumptious meal. After our satisfying meal, we decided to visit our sick friend who just came back from the clinic. Thank God that he didn't contract H1N1. To my surprise, Ting Yu shifted to Puchong a couple of months ago. He now stays in a porch environment. Although he was ill, he and his mother entertain us warm-heartedly. We talked and catch up with old times. I was envious that everyone was studying the courses that they all dream of and they all are so far successful. When it was time to part once more, I felt that my heart sank to the abyss, as I felt empty again.

The next day, I went back to my hometown to visit my relatives. It's great to visit most of them again. We had a long chat over the weekends, especially the ladies who traded knowledge on cooking and baking, marinating to grilling, all tended to perfection. We feast during that time, gobbling down food as though they were feat for the Kings. Pastas were creamy, Penang Hokkien Mee were fragrant and delicious. Thinking of it made me drool. Eating was nonstop whenever we go back to Ipoh.

Then the day came, for us to go back home to KL. It was a Tuesday. I remember my friends in Form 6 organised an exciting outing; badminton in 3K and enjoying cups of drinks in Bliss. Sorry I couldn't make it as I was still in Ipoh. But I manage to catch up with them the next day in a game of basketball in USJ3. We played and laughed. It was enjoyable. We even played with students from USJ 12 school. They are school players, so I will leave the scenario to you to imagine. Though we enjoyed to the max. The very same day, we had an outing in Pyramid. I was late because I had lunch at home. When I reached there, I called Pek Yee to confirm the place where they are dining in. So, with haste I make my way to Tokyo G. There were laughters, talking and yelling to cheer the place up. We traded information of our life in our respective universities. Then pictures were taken, flashes happening everywhere, people from other tables were looking at us. An attendant came over and offered to take a group photo of us, and so we did. When we left the place, each had their own shopping to do, and so we split up to complete our task. Me, Bryan, Pek Yee and Grace went our way while Ying Wai, Ken Nie, Rong Gen, Wai Kit, Yu Ken and Marcus went their own way. Joan and Shao Li went their way, too. The ladies in my group went shoes shopping, while we guys... you get the picture. Then our dear beloved Sonia called to meet up with us. We met up with her and bumped into Ping Ying. Together we went for "Manhunt", literally. We went to Wendy's to meet up with them. They were having... something like McFlurry. Me, Pek, Grace, BK and Sonia went to Secret Recipe to indulge in a slice of fattening yet delightful cake while the rest stayed at Wendy's to... erm... ponder their drinks? In Secret Recipe, me and Sonia traded stories, or more like complains. Before we even get to finish our 'lectures', the guys came over to bid their goodbyes. Rong Gen, Ken Nie and Wai Kit made a move while the rest stayed behind for dinner. Joan left afterwards when we left Secret Recipe. During dinner, many became directors and actors. Videos and pictures were taken, acts and scenes were directed, guys became lalas, girls gone wild, Oh the drama... But time was not enough, it ended so soon. Some had to rush for movie while others headed home.

The following days we met up for supper and breakfast. For the very last few moments, pictures and videos were taken in memory of this very moment. As we all will cherish it again, just like before, before the time we go our separate ways, before we grew up, before we entered uni. Once more, we look forward towards the future, to pursue our goals and dreams.

In this very moment, before I pen-off to return to my solitude, before I dread my life, I would like to thank everyone for such a wonderful holiday.

-Pen off-

Fraser's Hill Trip

On the 29 August, me and my family went to Fraser's Hill for a one day trip.

This is the Kuala Kubu Bahru dam. Kinda shocking to see that the water level drop so drastically.


This is even more horrible to look at...


When we reached the peak... The iconic clock tower. That's my dad and mom.



One of the nice cottage...


Allan's lake... nothing big,


Me and my sis playing water... dirty water...


Ever seen lemon grown in Malaysia? There are 2 in the horse ranch...


My sis and dad trying archery... It seems my sis can shoot better... when my dad is a shooter,


Didn't know since when I like looking at clouds...


At 4pm we went down hill to have a satisfying dinner of Ulu Yam's Loh Mee. (Sry I didnt take a photo of it)

Bon Odori Festival

They say picture speaks a thousand words, therefore I shall not speak much. Enjoy.

Me, Erin and Kelly. They got their yukatas. Looks nice right?


Dancing along with them... clumsily...


See the rows and rows of yummy Unagi??? Hungry...



The performers practicing before the event...


Performers dancing... Pretty yukatas...


Night at the festival...


Oh look, who dancing??? Our Selangor Chief Minister...


When the performance ended, it's time to say goodbye...


I wasn't able to take more videos especially the ending as it was so cool the drummers played very well. Bon Odori is a must go. It's fun and an eye-opener to diverse culture in the world. Food, costumes, dance, music and many more... They are attractive. For those who hasn't been for the festival and really interested to go, do not fret, as they plan it every year. See you there next year.

Flashbacks...

It was just 2 weeks ago when we went to our own respective Unis, went through orientation which was a mixture of fun and boredom. It was the Golden opportunity to have acquaintance. When I started to miss my dearly beloved friends from all over Malaysia, I SMSed them, asking how they were. It was all positive feedback and that made me glad to hear that. As days went by, we were all starting to get busy with our own agendas, attending our very first lecture, going for tutorials, struggling in practicals, chasing after buses and many other affairs.

Life has it's ups and downs. We went through hardship and gain experience, friendship, trust, and self esteem. The reward we reaped was sweet, nevertheless satisfactory.

Although when I SMSed my friends the same old ridiculous mundane and annoying questions of "How are you?" or "What's up?" almost everyday, friends bare with it and replied in the warmest manner. (Hopefully none will hate me)

Well, it is good to hear that everyone is fine and fit as fiddle, as it warms my heart to continue my hopes and dreams. Wishing all to hit their goals in life to be a better person. Till the day we meet, where we will have lots to catch up on.

History of Friendship

I cast myself on my bed for the last time, the bed that gave me warmth and comfort, but tomorrow I will leave it behind in my room. I blank stare into the dark empty space of my room, with no visible visual. As I continue to blank stare, images of the past started to fill my mind, images of me and my friends, images of us having fun, images of unforgettable moments.

Recalling the past, I use to be a shy and timid person that is encased in a large body. Cowering in alpha males'/females' shadow as I see them mixing with new group of 'aliens', dare not initiate a conversation with anyone but the ones that I know. By putting on a weak but genuine smile, I tried to ward of hostilities that would harm me, avoiding being targets for potential bullies. It was a couple of days later when someone came up to say "Hi, my name is... What's yours?" I drew enough courage to start replying the stranger. From there it is where we became acquaintance. As time goes by, it was networking that made me knew more people, although just by names and faces.

It took the cooperation of both individuals to strengthen the bond. We cherish this bond that we currently have, reinforced it with trust and tolerance, love and care, give and take, forgive and forget, until it became strong enough we became good friends. Appreciating the moments that we have been through, the good and bad times, helping one another to get through obstacles in life, lending the shoulders when we shed tears, sharing laughter and joyful moment, opening our hearts to one another; the bond grew so strong to the point where it became nigh unbreakable. But it did not stopped there. Due to networking, I knew friends of him/her and he/her knew mine. The ring of friendship grew bigger and bigger. Knowing more friends made me feel comfortable, as though we are a family.

As our life intertwined to a certain point, we shared the same fate and the same destiny. Our goal became one goal, our purpose is one purpose only, to conquer life's task, to accomplish the target in life, to face one tough war that is coming our way.

It was after the test, where we met up, to receive the verdict that befall us. Some were joyful, some contented, some upset. We shared this very particular moment together, exchanging words of compliment, cherish those who had fallen, congratulating those who rose above all. But sadly life did not end there, mentors told us this was just the beginning for a much tougher challenge in life. We took those precious advice but cast it aside for the time being.

Then the time for us to toast for our victory came. We celebrated together, went on gala parties and fancy restaurants; toast with the finest wine and dine the best food. We went on outings that were the most grand where we can ever possibly imagined, sharing unforgettable moments where it is only filled with laughters. Our time was only filled with one particular purpose: to have as much fun before we go our separate ways, to share moments so hard to forget that we will always remember each other.

Time was our enemy, Time envied us, He envied because we had too much fun and so He decided to rob it away. It was in a short notice when we had to do one thing, one of the hardest and most difficult thing in life: to choose. This will be one of the life changing moments to our future, the future that we had always hoped for, to be successful in our life. But it comes with a price, a price too great that we have to sacrifice. We had to go our separate ways to pursue our dreams.

Time was playing with us now. He flew by even faster now, making it hard for us to grab hold of it. We were happy yet sad at the same time when we know where we were destined to go. It was only the matter of time before we go our separate ways. We weren't contented with the happy moments we had so far, it was still too little, we were greedy, we wanted more. So we met up a one last time, the one time that we will never forget. This made it harder for us when we had to leave, it made us sick thinking of it. The feeling is like reaping a piece of flesh from you.

We parted our goodbyes, did our group hugs sadly didn't take any final shots with our cameras, we left.

We walked the quiet and dark corridors... The walk was one of the hardest and shortest walk...


And walked further...


The next thing I knew, we were already at our own individual homes, preparing to leave, and the next thing I knew some has already left, flying overseas, going to distant lands.

I felt something wet but yet warm at the corner of my eyes. I touched it and looked at it under the moonlight that shone in my room. It sparkled for a moment... and my eyes started to flood. I quietly took my pillow and cover my face, while smiling weakly and reluctantly, as I know one day, maybe one day, we will meet again. My mind is now blank... only wishing my friends "All the best my dearly departed friends. May our future shine."

A very heartfelt thank you to all my friends, for giving me such a wonderful time in life, and changing my life for the better. I would want to deeply apologize for what ever I had done wrongly in my past. Thank you.

Credit to Bryan Kwon for the photos.

Time is our enemy.

Humans, mortal beings, inferior beings to the Time. Not knowing time slips by every second, every nanosecond, we always take things for granted.

It was just last year, everyone was panicking to prepare for STPM, one of the so-called toughest exams in Malaysia, but in a blink of an eye, it was the day where we receive our result slips in March. That was the day where we all gathered to celebrate our triumphant "war".

Then in another blink of an eye, it was time for us to depart. Just a month ago, USM result was out, then the blunder case happened. A couple of weeks later, UPU result was out, everyone was anxious and nervous. The moment everyone knew what was the verdict, some where jovial, while others... you get it.

Time flies through our hands if we do not grasp it... or maybe it will keep flowing like water, where we will never be able to catch it. Since we, as mere mortals, time is everything. And since we can't stop time, we will have to make do with it.

This week is the last week that we will spend together. We shall go party, we shall have fun, we shall savor every single moment to the very last second. And the very sad and ironic part, we shall bit our farewells for the very last time, when we shall go our separate ways, where some will find their destiny in the East, some in the South, and some at the very land they where born.

Final words before I end this miserable post, may we cherish the time we have together and forever engraved the wonderful memories in our minds and hearts, let there be a link that connects us all like an unbreakable chain, let there be no boundaries between us as we can forever keep in touch and constantly share our thoughts and feelings; together, we will be friends till the very end of our time.

2 really interesting news I read on Star.

Please do read this two news published in the Star newspaper. Its really interesting and it kept me wondering are we going to move forward or backward with all the politics happening.

http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2009/6/11/nation/20090611142636&sec=nation

http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2009/6/13/nation/4110815&sec=nation

Sorry, I am too lazy to copy and paste the entire article. Haha.