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- July 23rd, 2008
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11th RWMF: Day 2
Went to bed at 3 a.m. and was scheduled to be on duty from 9 a.m. Arrgghhhh… was a walking zombie. But it was still a LOT better than being stuck with the polluted air in the office. It was really a hot sunny day, and ended up with sunburn at t
- July 19th, 2008
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11th RWMF 2008: Day 1
The DAY. The 1st day of the event. As I and the other Sabahans were on duty for the evening shift, we got to enjoy the morning on the beach. Believe me Mar, it wasn’t as bad as you think it was So glad we went to the beach as it happened that
- July 17th, 2008
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11th RWMF 2008: Pre-Event
Man-D, Linda, Lynne & I arrived in Kuching around 10.30 a.m. on the 10th July and took a taxi straight to Santubong Resort. Reached the resort around noon, and sat around in the lobby waiting for the MGK9 team who already went to Sarawak Cultural
- July 15th, 2008
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Happy Birthday, Man-D!!!!
A birthday shout out to our beloved good friend, Man-D If only looks can kill eh? WPvideo 1.10 LOL! Remember to practice your part for the video clip yeah! Joke aside, I extracted the following poem for you… Birthday Blessings Inste
- July 14th, 2008
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Back To Daily Routine
Back home to KK last evening around 7p.m. Our flight (MAS) delayed for an hour from the original schedule. Must be because of the weather. And what was the first thing the gang & I did when we got home? EAT! Hence I only got home around 10.30
- July 9th, 2008
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Gone to RWMF!
There will be no updates for a while as I’ll be leaving on the first flight to Kuching later today. I mentioned this in my previous post…. and Rainforest World Music Festival, here I come!!!! I will continue with the Jakarta trip stori
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Day 2 in Jakarta - Part I
Didn’t do much on the 2nd day in Jakarta. Spent the morning in the nearby malls looking at souvenirs and electronics goods while waiting for our afternoon SPA appointment at the hotel. The full body treatment which included relaxing massage, bo
- July 8th, 2008
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Day 1 in Jakarta - Part III
Let’s continue the story about my Jakarta trip before I leave for the 11th Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) this Thursday. I will try to post ALL about my/our trip to Jakarta for it won’t be as much fun when it clashes with the RWMF
- July 6th, 2008
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Just The Day That I WANTED…
Weekend is almost over.. what a bummer! But today was a well spent day. Met up with a friend and her colleague for breakfast at Lintas Plaza (must remember to post the food sometime soon), talked about my situation at work and hopefully there’s
- July 5th, 2008
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Hancock is FUNNY!
I’ve been cooped up at home since my sister left for UITM (KK) last week, I’ve been cooped up at home. Between work, cooking and house chores, I didn’t have much energy nor time to hang out with friends. I am comfortable enough at h
- July 3rd, 2008
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Craving For Some Banana Pancakes
When Mar posted the song I’m Yours by Jason Mraz - I said to her that she might like Jack Johnson’s songs too. She asked me to recommend a song to her, and instead of replying her comment for that post, I’m going to put the video
- July 1st, 2008
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Why Do I Get Sick Frequently of Late?
This is my new look for office wear starting from yesterday…. Those never ending cough and ‘flu are actually my allergic reaction to the joss sticks burning in the office! It all started last November, and that was when my total claim
- June 27th, 2008
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Day 1 in Jakarta - Part II
As we walked back to the hotel after having our lunch, we saw there were a lot, and I mean A LOT of motorcycles parked at these parking area. So packed! Parked motorcycles. Then we were off to this other mall someplace else. I think it’s calle
- June 26th, 2008
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Short Reverie On Dr.Slump & Arale
How many of you out there that have read the manga comic, Dr. Slump? Or watched the anime? Arale! (Photo extracted from http://www.coverbrowser.com) It was one of my favourite comics to read back in my college years. It’s very funny, especiall
- June 25th, 2008
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Just Wasting My Time…
Some quick tests I did for fun…. What the Beach Test Says About You You like people, but you’re careful about who you get close to. Friendship is important to you… so important that you aren’t just friends with anyone
- June 24th, 2008
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Of A Big Fish & Asbestos
Remember I said I saw some fish in the “pond” behind my house? Well, my father has been setting up his “fishing line” after Mom told him I saw some fish in there. On last Saturday morning, my father checked his fishing line a
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Gas Stations In Sabah On Strike?
About an hour ago, my colleague asked whether the oil price is going to be increased again since someone called her that the gas stations are now full with cars queueing up to fill their tanks! Another colleague whose husband is working as gas statio
- June 21st, 2008
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Day 1 in Jakarta - Part I
When we arrived at the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, someone took Mom’s luggage by mistake after it was being scanned before leaving the arrival hall. Mom ended up having someone else’s luggage, and all her clothes were in the bag
- June 20th, 2008
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Shoplifters Caused Commotion At CKS Donggongon
I was going to meet friends at CKS Supermarket Donggongon before visiting another friend, and was about to overtake a Kancil which stopped in front of me upon reaching the supermarket’s compound. Then suddenly I saw a commotion, a Wira speeding
- June 19th, 2008
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Back From Sunda Kelapa
Back from Sunda Kelapa - that’s the old name for Jakarta… Our flight touched down at Kota Kinabalu International Airport last night around 20:30 hour, as scheduled even though we left Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about half an ho
- June 15th, 2008
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Off To A Short Vacation
Look at my DaisyPath.com countdown on the sidebar for my Jakarta Vacation… Yes, it’s finally here! I’ll be leaving for Jakarta this evening for my very very short vacation, but enough to make me happy! Will be
- June 13th, 2008
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Blackberry Bold 9000
I just got my June issue of Mobile World Magazine. More phones with QWERTY keyboards emerging in the market, and making me green with envy to those that can afford to buy them. Most of them are so expensive, some more expensive than a laptop with all
- June 11th, 2008
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Buy Gadgets Online
Have you ever bought anything online? It’s fun and very addictive though But so far the most expensive gadget I bought online is my inkjet printer. The rest was just small accessories or jewelleries. If you’re into online shopping, then
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Daydreaming of More Vacations
I’m in my vacation mood already. All I can think of is vacation and more vacation. By the way, my trip to New York is postponed, and probably will be cancelled for good if my current financial situation stays the same. Why? Because that New York la
- June 9th, 2008
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Click To Give FREE Mammograms
Chegu Carol requested me to spread the word to support the Pink Ribbon - a worldwide symbol for fighting Breast Cancer. What can we do to help women in need of breast cancer treatment but couldn’t afford to pay for it themselves? A simple cl
- June 8th, 2008
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A Week Before Jakarta Trip
It’s been a week and I have to stay at home again for yet another weekend to rest. Fever gone for a full day and back at full force yesterday. Cough? Can someone please tell me how to stop this ongoing coughing, the traditional way, for the mod
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Fish Pond?
Remember I mentioned about those noisy lorries for the embankment to the land behind my house? Well because of that, as my room is situated at the back of the house, this is the view… It’s been raining for these few months, the empty lan
- June 5th, 2008
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Friday on Black Wednesday
Friday. When last Friday I felt those symptoms of starting to get sick, today I’m beginning to feel like human again. No fever for the entire day yesterday is really good, for today my tastebuds are back! I can taste the food and drink again, d
- June 4th, 2008
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On Sick Leave
I’ve been sick for the last 5 days! Now that’s the longest time ever for me being sick I think. Just for cough, now that’s nothing unusual. But to be burning with fever for the entire 5 days, now that’s really bad. Even though
- June 2nd, 2008
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Chopsticks! Act Now…
I see my colleagues uses disposable chopsticks every morning when they’re having their take away breakfast. This morning I showed my colleagues the process of making disposable chopsticks from Apple’s blog to show them why we should stop
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Sick Again…
While everyone else in Sabah and Sarawak are enjoying the long weekend for the Harvest Festivals, I was cooped up in my room, covered in comforter. My body was burned up with fever, and yet I felt so cold right down to my bones! It’s been 3 day
- May 31st, 2008
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Sleeping Attire
Most women in my part of the world wears big T-shirt to sleep. It’s comfortable. Some wears that two piece pyjamas, or babydoll nightwears. This doesn’t stop us ladies (and men!) from envying and ogling those actresses in movies who wears
- May 30th, 2008
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Happy Birthday, Isaac!
Family birthday shout out goes to: Isaac Russell Happy birthday to you! May all your wishes comes true during this birthday! Go easy on the booze, especially with your birthday being the same day as the Kaamatan holiday and the fact that you’
- May 29th, 2008
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Calling For Lightweight Notebook Recommendation
My sister will be off to pursue for higher education in UITM - KK campus soon, and she’ll be needing a notebook for all those assignments. Mom gives a budget of RM3,000 and below for that purpose. There are only 3 main requirements that my
- May 28th, 2008
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The Lost Time Piece …
The last time I wore a watch was about 8 years ago. It was given to me by Mom during my SPM in 1996, and it was important for sailing too - need it for the starting point. I lost it 3 years later, and it was the longest period of time a watch surv
- May 23rd, 2008
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I’m Not A Fashion Police But…
….. I cannot stand the sight of a flat open toe sandals worn with sheer stockings! Okay, maybe that’s too exaggerating, nevertheless I don’t like the sight of that… so ugly! Let’s just say I know someone who does this &
- May 21st, 2008
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David Cook Wins American Idol 2008!
First got the news from a text message from a friend, then heard it over the radio! Too bad I’m at work, so I didn’t get to see the LIVE show on Astro. But it’s okay, since David Cook WON!!! Oh yeah bebeh!!!! David Archuleta is good
- May 20th, 2008
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In Loving Memory - 8th Anniversary
Our beloved Grand Father/Father - “Nenek Laki” as we affectionately called you. Today marks your 8th year of leaving us behind. We still remember you, we still miss you. Whenever I see an old man passes me by with that slow old man walk,
- May 19th, 2008
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Help! I’m A Worrywart!
Don’t worry, be happy! Easier said than done. Yes, that’s what I am… I have to check everything twice before leaving the house, sometimes I have to turn back home to check something that I forgot to check if no one is home. I worry
- May 18th, 2008
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A Nice Healthy Breakfast
Today’s a Public Holiday, in conjunction with Wesak Day. I went to sleep around 5 a.m. today, and yet was awake by 8 a.m. Yes, that darn lorries unloading soil at the back of my house still going at it! So I washed my face, brushed my teeth and
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Let’s Talk About Wrinkles!
I met up with a friend for dinner last night and she invited me along to join her for her facial treatment today. Unfortunately I couldn’t join her skin my skin is peeling from using the peeling product from Manila, given by my uncle. As most o
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Quality of Goods Today
Yesterday I went and got a tailor to make me another pair of green Baju Kurung. My favourite pair of green Baju Kurung was spoiled by a faulty iron. It’s not the same shade nor the same material than the one that I had, but it’s close. D
- May 16th, 2008
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5 of 1st Times
Do you remember the first time you went to school? Or the moment you fell in love for the first time? There are moments in my life that I can only remember vaguely, and some that seem to be etched to my memory for as long as I live. Not all moments i
- May 14th, 2008
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Streamyx Gone Crazy Again…
Mom wants to get herself a new PC for sometime now. She has a laptop but said she wants a big monitor. She wants something that can be put away in a cabinet when she’s not using it. *Scratches head * She doesn’t want kids to play around with the
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Amazing Voice Of Charice Pempengco
As I was following the cards dropped in my Entrecard’s inbox, I came across Beeker’s Words’ blog. I’m glad that I visited the blog, or else I wouldn’t have the opportunity to listen to the amazing teenager (she’s 1
- May 11th, 2008
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Why I Don’t Like Cats…
I don’t hate cats, but I’m not fond of them either. Why don’t I like cats, when most of my friends love cats? Apart from the fur being harmful to our health if we weren’t careful, this is why…. Clawed! I was
- May 10th, 2008
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A Song For Mama
This year, Mother’s Day falls on 11th May. Yes, that’s today. I peeked on Mom just now and found that she’s still sleeping. Good, I’m trying not to make much noise and let her have her rest The chocolate moist cake is waiting
- May 7th, 2008
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For The Love of Coffee!
I love coffee. I was addicted to coffee. I still tend to be addicted if I’m not careful. Having a good cup of coffee is one of life’s simple pleasure. The stronger, the better. I can take black coffee too - no sugar, no cream. Someone cri
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Supplementary Food
In our world today, we need some sort of supplementary food to have all those much needed vitamins and minerals for our body to function properly. It’s not enough to have them from the meals we have alone. Supplementary food is something concen
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