Wednesday, November 30, 2011

REDSKINS won!!!! Go Hokies!

Dear Folks,

back to the world of blogging...and yes...we are just less than 32 days away till 2012.  Kewlness....!!

WASHINGTON REDSKINS

Yes, they finally won a game and that is by beating the Seattle Seahawk.  Interestingly, it was an 'away game'.  Justg hope that the 3 time Superbowl champion, the Washington Redskins will win the next game and the next and clinch the wild card for the playoff....  Cross your fingers and hope that this time the 'Skins will kick more butts!  (excuse my French!)

VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES

Yes, the Hokies is AWESOME...  They just lost 1 game in the season and now destine for a rematch with Clemson for the ACC Championship.  Yes, if one is into not just the NFL, but also the College Football, it is crazy!!  Wish cud be there for the game...

MALAYSIAN FOOTBALL - That Familiar Tune...

The Tigers (Malaysian National Team under 23) were roaring all the way from the infamous victory of the football final of the SEA Games at Jakarta.  Then the Olympics qualification...due to the 'fatigue factor' give away the game to Syria with 0-2 loss. 
Now that same tune is happening again, they were playing really well against Bahrain and manage to go with a 2-0 lead until the wall start to crumble and to the disappointment of our fans especially playing at the National Stadium, lost to Bahrain 2-3.  For Bahrain, it was surely a miracle comeback!  For the Tigers, utterly disappointed.  It still shows we are not that strong or competitive or even consistent.  We are not yet the 'big players' in the football industry.

POLITICS, POLITICS....

Talk about local politics, last week PKR (Parti Keadilan Rakyat) had their General Assembly and as expected it was a BN (UMNO) bashing all the way and a promise of a new Government in Putrajaya.
You know what from my personal observation about politics, I think it is high time that the focus is on the issues and not just bashing the other rival parties (BN).
For a simple 'rakyat', I rather want to know what is it for me as not only  a citizen, but a registered voter if I vote for PKR, DAP or PAS (Pakatan Rakyat).  Bashing of BN is justified, but again let us get to the issues at hand like the economy, security, taxes, jobs, education,.... 
This week is also hot since UMNO General Assembly is happening and yes all eyes and ears is on PM Najib since this maybe the last genaral assembly before the calling of the General Election numero 13.
For UMNO and BN, it will be 'live and let die' situation.  With the current situation, BN is only a holding a simple majority and no more 2/3 majority which is still proves to be unstable as of today.
One thing for sure the 13th General Election is going to be HOTTER. 

Cheerios!!!







Thursday, November 24, 2011

Hijrah! The Islamic New Year

Hi Folks,

got time to spare some of the keyboarding time for the blog... 

MAAL HIJRAH aka Islamic New Year

Yes, this Sunday officially marks the new year in the Islamic Calendar.  Of course that mean public holiday in Malaysia and most of Muslim majority countries.

Just like the normal (Gregorian) calendar, there are 12 months in the Islamic Calendar.  So this Sunday officially marks the 1st day in the month of Muharram.

For Muslims on the 1st day of Muharram, normally we don't go out and sing 'Auld Land Syne' or have a New Year party, but more of a special prayer for a better year in terms of health, wealth, career, marriage, family, etc.

It is also known that during Hijrah is when Prophet Muhammad traveled from Mecca to Medinah and start the new period of Islam.

What is special for Malaysia is that if the holiday falls on Sunday, then automatically Monday is a holiday.

Kewlness!!!!

MALAYSIA LOST

Yup they lost the Olympic qualifier to Syria.  Oh well, it could be the fatigue factor from the SEA Games.  One thing for sure the lads in our National Team is a 'determine' force and hope that they remain focus and who knows can take the Malaysian Football (soccer) to greater heights far better than its seniors and veterans!

The Right to Assembly....Political reform and openness

As promised by Prime Minister Najib, the government will introduce several reforms especially for the right of the citizen to assemble, repealing the so-called ancient or 'draconian' acts, and also providing students (21 year and above) to participate in politics.
It is a milestone for the country, but again lots of things to see and understand. 

Cheerios!





Tuesday, November 22, 2011

And the winner is......

Hi Folks,

continuation of the blogging...

MALAYSIA HANGS ON TO THE GOLD MEDAL (FOOTBALL)

Yes, just like the title says, Malaysia won the footbal final of the SEA games which was in Jakarta against Indonesia.

It was a very intense and exciting game.  Two teams battling it out with Indonesia scored first and later came back to equalize and make it a tie. 

Of course it went into overtime and still scorelss.  Then as expected the penalty shootout.  Personally, when it came to penalty shootout, it will be battle of survival and that is the goalkeeper for both teams.

Malaysia won by the penalty shootout with a 5-4 over Indonesia and of course the hero of the game is our goalkeeper, Khairul Fahmi the saviour!!

No doubt, both teams played well, but just couldn't score or take the chance to score during the extra time.

In conclusion, Malaysia has proved in the region to be one of the top countries especially in football besides squash, badminton, sepak takrwa, lawn bowling, and hockey.  However for Malaysia to really prove it can go all the way in football, we've got to kick some butts like South Korea, Japan, and other countries of higher rank than Malaysia.  No doubt the National Team last night was the 'under 23' category and they prove that they can handle or play in major tournaments.  Given the proper training and international exposure who knows, Malaysia can one day quality in the future World Cup.

The next test for the National Team is the qualifying round for the Olympic.  That is definitely another big test for the Malaysian Tigers!

Cheerios!



Monday, November 21, 2011

MALAYSIA VS. INDONESIA

Hi Folks!

Back to the world of blogging....oh yes........we are rolling!

FOOTBALL FINAL: SEA GAMES AT JAKARTA

Tonight is the night.  For Malaysia to defend its gold medal and hope to grab it in this SEA Games.  For Indonesia, it is definitely a do or die, but their advantage is playing in front of the home crowd.  Both are equally good teams and not to mention, both are 'under 23 National Team' and not 'the National Team.'

Who will win?  My prediction, Malaysia will win over Indonesia, 2-1.  It will be a tough game due to the pressure from the home crowd, but the Malaysian Tigers can pull through.  They just need to be focused and complete the mission and don't get overreaction to anything.  If the Malaysian team played just like they played the last time they've met Indonesian team, they can pull through all the way.

No doubt the rivalry between the 2 countries (in SPORTS) is very tense and exciting, but again it is all in the spirit of harmony and competition.  In any sports, there are winners and losers depending on one's opinion.

One thing for sure for the Malaysian Tigers, our 'under 23' Team has the potential for the future and who knows for other major tournaments to come, we can create major headlines....and perhaps get into our first ever World Cup.....

Will and wait n see......tonight that is...GO MALAYSIA!!

REDSKINS sinking down and down....

GOOD GRIEF!  Sounds like Charlie Brown, but the 'Skins are on a losing battle or yet losing season possibly.  It was a close game with Cowboys, but winning is what they are missing....

HOKIES...they are rocking!

Yes, BRAVO to my alma mater, Virginia Tech Hokies.  The Hokies have now made it in the top 10 of the poll for both USA Today and AP....  Surely be another Bowl year for them.....kewlness!!!!

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

General Election Next year???

Hi Folks,

love to start blogging...

General Election - 13th....2012?

It was a relief when PM Najib finally said that there is no general election this year.  So it looks like 2012 is going to be even hotter than 2011.

Talk about issues, plenty...and this is really a litmus test to see as to whether BN will still be able to cling to power and who knows get the 2/3 majority....or simply simple majority (like today) or can never know...a change in the government for the first time by the Opposition (Pakatan Rakyat).

When u talk about General Election not only it will be the federal level, but also the state level.  Currently, 4 states are under the Pakatan Rakyat and it will be a big battle by BN to regain it back.

In addition, with the setting up of the Parliamentary Committee in reforming the electoral system that will certainly be another major highlight for 2012.

Hang tight, 2012 is surely going to be one of a hack roller coaster ride...and it'll be really fist and fury!

Redskins....SUCKS

The Washington Redskins, suck is the word in my mind.  No doubt with accumulating injuries of key players, but again inconsistencies of the Quarterback and Offensive Line.
Five games they have lost and hope the next one will be turnaround.  Cross your fingers!

Cheerios!

Friday, November 11, 2011

Bad habits when driving.....urggh!

hi Folks,

It is like a fabulous Friday, what else can be better than the weekend is knocking on our door steps!


Driving in Malaysia or any where...you'll be the judge

Just wanna share my thoughts about observing the worst or bad driving style committed by the so-called special category of drivers who just won't follow the driving/road regulations or care about SAFETY.

1. Still going when red light - Totally annoying cos it can endanger other drivers.

2. Not signaling when making a turn - Yuck!  hate this especially when the signal light is not used at all

3. Driving slow on the fast lane - Don't u wish u wanna whack them and tell them to drive on the slow lane especially on the highway/expressway.

4. Not slowing down or come to a complete stop when approaching the 'zebra crossing' - Beware pedestrians, this can  be a 'death zone' if some irresponsible driver just zoom or speed through the crossing

5. Overtaking a vehicle when it is 'double line' -  This is really dangerous and some of the cause of accident is when the driver is trying to overtake and it is double line.

6. Having a child or a baby behind the wheel when driving -  This is also freakingly annoying as well.  Imagine if there there was an emergency brake, then that poor child would get injured especially by the steering wheel or worse the windshield.  This happens sometimes in Malaysia UNFORTUNATELY regardless the type of car one drives.  You'll be AMAZE to see this happen on the road.

7. Not wearing seat belts - Oh yes, very important.

8. Talking on a handphone while driving really slow on the fast lane or middle lane - Yes! irritating imagine u are driving and suddenly had to really slow down because 'our good driver' is 'yakety yak' coz he or she is driving slow...possibly because of the intensity of the phone conversation.

9. Driving too close or tailgating too close - Normally notice this habit on the highways where the driver will drive so close to the 'behind' of your vehicle and at same flashing the light to ask you to 'get the hell out of my way'.  Imagine if emergency brake what would happen.....u be the judge...

10. Reversing while on a exit due to mistakenly entering the wrong exit - Yes!  this one is also dangerous and foolish.  Imagine this driver getting into an exit (from the highway) and then realize it is the wrong exit and decided to 'reverse' to get back to the highway. CRAZY!!!!

Cheerios!!

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

EXPENSIVE world we live in.....do u agree??

Hey Folks,

back again to the world of the bloggers...and yes.....November is rolling through....Last Sunday was the Hari Raya Idul Adha........looking forward to December!  Good Grief!

Inflation or Rising Cost

Guys, imagine this I was just doing grocery as usual u know to stock up the food and stuff and time to pay you are like what the....is that the total....yes...it is like on an average, I spending nowadays RM 150 to 250 for groceries.  Tried to be a good planner, but reality really bites!  Actually, without knowing the prices (cost) do go up.  What make one don't realize is that nowadays in the hypermarket or supermarket, there is no longer a price sticker or tag on the products, but the price is indicated on the shelf, BUT...here is the deal....sometimes it may not reflect the correct pricing.  To be a good consumer or spender, then one must search for a price scanner (which is working and serviceable!) to indicate the right price.
No matter how big or small the sale promotion really is, you still have to be careful not just the price, but also the quality of the product because u ended up buying the most cheap-skate item that will just go haywire or broke in few months time or if u are lucky in year's time.
It is already not just crazy, but expensive world with a capital E!
No doubt the prices do go up (and stll going up and counting!), so as a responsible consumer, one must be very good in making decisions on what to buy and of course do lots of benchmarking and price comparison before purchase.
Well one of the hot topics or issues coming up very soon in the so-called-not-yet-declared-but-soon-to-become-very-hot-GENERAL ELECTION numero 13 is inflation....aka cost of living is going up.  Of course all eyes and ears are waiting for PM Najib to make the call, but again with the yet-to-conclude-just-starting-up Electoral Committee, then it may take a while.  Of course the prerogative still lies with the PM Najib, like it or not, he can call the shots when the time is right.  Wait n See!

Redskins sucks !

My favorite NFL team, the Washington Redskins did it again. Yes folks, losing 4 games in a row!  What the hell! Pardon my FRENCH!  Where are they heading to....the bottomless pit. I have always been a strong and loyal fans of the Skins, but dammit (pardon again), they are losing games by the week!  What is happening?  They just can't seem to get the right formula or CHEMISTRY.  Glad I didn't go and watch the games or else heart broken till the end!  Can they rebound?  Well, they must win the next game or else another losing season maybe in sight....hopefully not..
On a good side, my alma mater, Virginia Tech Hokies.....are winning...and that is GEWD! (good)
Folks if u are fan or follower of American Football, I'm sure u know what I mean.

Cheerios!












Friday, November 4, 2011

The HAJ - 5th Pillar of Islam

hey folks,
there goes again my mind just want to rumble on and on...

The Haj

This Sunday will mark the official Idul Adha or the Haj.  Yes, for a Muslim if he or she can afford in his lifetime to perform the haj in Mecca.  It is the 5th pillar of Islam and for most Muslim-majority countries like Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei, Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and others....public holiday people!! 
In Malaysia, officially falls this Sunday and the best part is that if public holiday falls on a Sunday, then Monday is a holiday as well!  Kewl!!!!!!!!

Basically, the Haj is not only a religious obligation for a Muslim to perform, but also a chance to travel outside of the country and experience life and sightseeing in the holiest cities in Islam which is Mecca and Medinah.

Of course, once the Haj is completed, then most Muslims would go and visit the interesting mosques and holy sites which is very historical in Islam.  In addition, shopping is also a must since one must defintely purchase the dates and souvenirs from Mecca and Medinah.

When the Haj trip is over and back to homeland, then if you are man, you will have a 'Haji' in front of the name and for woman, you will have a 'Hajjah'.

My turn for Haj?  InsyaALLAH, when the time comes, will do the same just like any other Muslims around the world.  Wait n See....

Cheerios!!!





Thursday, November 3, 2011

November Rain!!!

Hey Folks,

Yes, the 3rd day of November of 2011.  Amazing it is...we are just steamrollin' into 2012 in less than 2 months away....kewlness!!!!

RAINY SEASON

Yes, like dey say, there are 4 seasons when it comes to the weather in most parts of Europe, North America, South America or wherever which is experiencing this phenomena. 

Unlike here in Malaysia, it is the beginning of the rainy season.  Yes, once again the North West Monsoon is making its presence felt in Malaysia and also other parts of the region in South East Asia.

When it rains, it really pours......yup that is an Elvis tune for sure but the poin is yes, grab that umbrella or have it ready just in case if one needs to step out.

At the moment, there is yet any major reporting of floods, but again the authorities are being very careful and monitoring the situation.  Hopefully this time around all of us can make it through this wet season; safe and sound.

I love rain especially it is the time when the air is really cool to breathe and not to mention the visibility is clear all the way.  Temperature-wise, well in Malaysia is not like temperate climate, but at least we can enjoy comfortable 22 to 23 degrees in the evenings and early mornings.

Of course, talk about rainy season, one must plan the activity really well especially outdoors activity like picnic, tennis, football, etc since the rain normally occurs in the afternoon.

Beside experiencing the rain, one think also of tunes or songs that go with it...hmm well for a start when it is raining, below are just some kewl tracks to play or sing:
1. Have u ever seen the rain (Credence Clearwater Revival)
2. Rain (Madonna)
3. Blame it on the Rain (Milli Vanilli)
4. November Rain (Guns n Roses)
5. Raindrops keep falling on my head (BJ Thomas)
6. When it rains, it really pours (Elvis)
7. It's raining men (Weather Girls)
and plus hundreds of songs....that one can't think of...

With the rainy season, nice to sip and taste and relish some good 'ol soup.....oh yes....lovely isn't?

Cheerios!