Last post for 09

365 days ago, I was at 1 Utama, waiting for the countdown to year 2009. It feels as if I blinked a few times, and here I am, on the last day of 2009. Sometimes, I think one of my best decision was to start blogging. Looking back at my posts throughout the year, I can say many things happened. All the ups and downs. And my posts remind me of what I've done for 2009.

1 year ago, I was accompanied by the guys, and also the canto pop star, Justin. Today, it's an entirely different story. Who could have thought that I would be spending the the last day of 09 with her? Life is really unexpected and full of uncertainties. Just the way I like it. I have started my journey months ago, and today, I'm still on this journey. I do hope it's a journey that never ends.

Happy 2010 people.

My wish for everyone:

1. If you are single, I hope that you would not be single anymore in 2010

2. If you aren't single, I hope that all the happy couples will remain happy and everlasting

3. If you are young, I hope that you would pass with flying colours

4. If you are old, I hope that you will live long and prosper

5. If you are my friend, I hope that you will get more than the above

6. If you are Joyce, I only wish to say I love you

7. If you are my friend, and read No. 6, and feels "eww", I'll "shoo" you away

See you people in 2010! XOXO!!

Too much heaven

When you are in heaven for too long, you'll never ever want to go back to hell. But if it's inevitable, there is nothing much you can do. All you can do is endure.

"Too much of something is never good for anyone."

I would believe this. But, I think there is an exception. Happiness...

"One can never have too much of happiness."

For my case, my happiness would last till this weekend. Then, I'll be forced to go back to the campus. Either be very happy for this few days, and be sad over there, or not to be that happy for this few days, and still be sad over there. I think maybe Silky and Mimi might know how to answer this correctly.

Please dear God. Help me to not hate going back to the campus...

"Nobody gets too much heaven no more,

It's much harder to come by, I'm waiting in line,

Nobody gets too much love anymore,

It's as high as a mountain and harder to climb"

M2M - Our song

Last goodbye to Danny

Contractor found dead at hotel parking lot

-from The Star

The Danny I knew was a nice and fun guy. The room will light up whenever he talks. I can't remember since when did he appear in my life. I was still very young back then. But there's something I know for sure, he was the guy that had been introduced as "Kam Ming Kor Kor" by my big sis. Ever since that day, he had been around at least once in a while. He was a friend of bro-in-law too. The similar interests such as cars, and fishing made big bro his friend too. He was that friendly to anyone, even to my not-so-friendly 2nd sis and problematic 2nd bro.

I was not as closed to him as any of my siblings would, since what we shared in common is practically very little. But as little time spent as possible, I have learned quite a lot about this guy. Optimistic, very loved, funny, childish at times, helpful, with a kind heart, and the life of any circle he would be in. It came to me as a shock too, that the guy that used to drop by at my house, has left us. As much as Xmas 09 is memorable to me itself, after knowing this news, it shall be remembered forever by everyone that knew Danny. On that day, we have lost one great friend.

Here, i shall bid the last goodbye to you. For you will be remembered and missed dearly by your friends and family, I believe you have returned to the hands of God, where you will be loved even more. Rest in peace bro...

iGo My way

Introducing the latest cracked iPhone software, iGo My way! It's a beautiful GPS application similar to GARMIN, but with nicer interface. It comes together with an integrated mom, where if you drive too fast, it will tell you "You have reached the speed limit". (As if one mom is not enough, this application gives you two mom!)

This post is meant to brag about my phone, so if you are not an iPhone user, you may stop reading this cause I'm about to trash other phones here. XD

Let us see...

Always start with the design. I know HTC user would say how their phone has ergonomic design, and how Nokia user would say how cool their slide up QWERTY keypad is. Bare in mind that only the business version of HTC has the nicer design but it comes with a smaller size screen. As for 3.2" screen, most of the design are similar, be it HTC, Nokia, or iPhone. Being an Apple supporter, the shiny iPhone's back with the Apple logo is always preferred, since the design can't be anymore different than candy bar shape. And like I've already suggested, an extra QWERTY keypad is an EXTRA. I'd recommend u to tilt your phone. Save time and you'll have thinner design. (And I noticed there are at least one model of HTC that has a direction specific QWERTY keyboard.)

Since I've been mentioning about QWERTY keyboard, I might as well as to condemn the extra "keypad" input function available in most of the touch screens, but not available in iPhone. Google Sony Ericsson G900, and it'll tell you that keypads are there to retain the classical function of a phone. And phones are proven to be able to function fully without a keypad. So, what's the keypad input function used for again?

I think I need not to mention about how iPhone's screen respond to only touches, not stylus. It means that the screen are more responsive and sensitive. Keep your stylus away. Why need stylus when your fingers can do better?

Now, we move on to the interface. No doubt, iPhone has one of the best interface around. The display is really natural compared to other similar phones.

Which leads to moderately pretty pictures with just 3.2 megapixel camera. The colours are plain natural. Undeniably the quality is comparatively as good as the Nokia N97's 5 megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics. Unbelievable? Believe it! But then, it loses when it comes to camera flash, cause iPhone has none. But then again, all phone camera sucks for night time capturing. Not much harm done there.

"Sony Ericsson has better music quality, so does Nokia Xpress music" - or so said others. Shall I remind everyone that there was iPod shuffle, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch before iPhone? If the music quality is any worse from those two that I've mentioned, I'm pretty sure that no one would buy those, knowing that they are music players and used mainly to play music.

The internal memory may be on the downside, but then again 16/32 gb is really more than enough. So, if you say how external memory can be upgraded and everything, your phones may be better here. (If and only if you fully filled your external memory with everything and your phone can still function well without lag, then please come back and drop me a message.)

Applications. Wahahaha!!! Don't need to elaborate, since currently IMO it's still the best and most complete.

iPod touch was meant for gaming, music, video and internet. With iPhone, you may damn well lose your PSP. iPhone's gaming graphic IMO is better than PSP. My bro said the same, and he has a PSP which is currently collecting dust since he got an iPhone.

About operating system, I'm not too sure though. Some would root Symbian since it was here the earliest. Windows mobile is fairly stable too. So, I don't think I can't comment if iPhone, Symbian, or Windows mobile is better than the other. But I do know if you want those cool games, it'll have to be iPhone la!~

"iPhone is already so expensive, and to get the apps, you'll need to spend more!" - undeniably true. For non piracy fans, just pay the damn fee la! It took people so long to design an app. But for cheapos like me, just jailbreak the damn phone! "But but but no more warranty wor!!" - why do anyone need warranty when the phone will not give you any problem? Warranty is seriously quite useless. Go around ask any iPhone user, I'll say that it won't be anything close to Samsung's quality. It is meant to last. Warranty is only for things that you know it'll spoil easily.

Next, the classic "You have to pay for using the GPS". Click here to go to the top. Don't click, just screwing with you. Like the I said, iGo My way app made GPS possible for iPhone. So, kiss goodbye to dear GARMIN, or any other GPS app. GPS is now no problemo!

"Why pay more for iPhone while you can get it cheaper with other brand, and most probably similar or better than iPhone?" - so you'll ask. And so I'll ask, "Why pay more for a 1.8 Honda Civic while you can get 1.8 Proton Wira with a much lower price?". My question is self explanatory.

Disclaimer: The writer will not bare any responsibility for any agitated feelings from reading his post. He is superbly biased when it comes to iPhone. And some informations are simply opinions.

Kitschen

Yes, that's the name of a boutique.

Yes, that's an evil shop.

Yes, it sucks a lot of my money.

Yes, it's now the official supplier for my clothes.

Yes, something about it's cutting that somehow fits me nicely.

Yes, the designer must have some superb idea on it's fashion to actually know what to attract people.

Yes, I can try anything sized "S" in that shop and I'll like most of it.

No, you people should not buy from there!

No, I don't want to wear the same clothes (if we ever have the same taste) as you, so don't buy!

Stay away from that evil shop!!!!

It's a very very mad world

As usual, results is out. I think I have done exceptionally bad this time, since I got no list at all. Amazed, surprised or shocked? I got neither one. Supposed to feel sad, dying and disappointed, but nope... I am still happy for no reason. This is bad, real bad. No wonder people around me constantly remind me to not get into a relationship when I'm still studying.

No, no, not blaming it for my results. After all, it is my own fault to skip tests, not study, rush assignments and projects, and being lazy. Definitely my own fault. =) (OMG! LOOK, STILL A SMILEY!!) Seriously in deep shit now. I am in a state of happiness, where I am blinded by anything and everything.

Nothing else seems to matter anymore.

"I'd like to make myself believe, this planet Earth turns slowly.."

I just want to live in the moment, just this happy moment, and I hope it'll last forever.

See how freaking deep shit I'm in right now? Someone please wake me up and tell me that there's actually a real world out there. I need a reminder from anyone so that I'll know what to fear, and not live like a happy fool, awaiting to be gobbled up by the cruel world.

P/s: If you aren't gonna leave comments such as "You are dead" or "You are fucking doomed", please don't bother then. XD

Living The Dream

Unlike Dexter's first episode that has the same title as my post, this is definitely not the summary of the episode.

It does feel like I'm living the dream too. Time passes fast, things are nice, happy... Does feel a little bit dreamy. But it does feel like time is not enough for me. Can I have 30 hours a day instead?

An example, I had such an eventful weekend. I had been out every single day since I got home. I could actually count my hours at home if I want to. But that's not the point. I am quite happy now. May be a little busier than usual, but definitely enjoying it. Saturday was definitely memorable. We went to a concert together, spent 3 hours standing there, listening to some Chinese songs that we never heard before in our lives. But, some of the performances were really good. Maybe you people heard of this "Star live concert" too.. Richie Ren, Valen Hsu, Alex Fong, and Kelly Chen were great. But other than that, the rest were "keh leh fehs" la.

On Sunday, we went to the comic fiesta at Pyramid. It's really a cartoon world. Definitely not my world I'm sure. XD Then, it was the gathering with Ann Gee, Eu Shen, Christine, Yu Kit, Brian, and Louis. Quite a fun day too. Food, games, and laughter. What else to ask for?

But as much as I'd like to have fun, I'm still like a faulty Samsung handphone. Unlike other handphones, you may charge for 4 hours, and use for 4 days. My case, charge me for 8 hours, I'm usable for 4 hours only. Okayla, a bit exaggerating. I may get 8 hours of sleep, but it won't help me to last for 12 hours of activities daily. I can't help it. Need to recharge more. XD

Shutting down.... Hibernating....

The ninth day of USM

Q: How can you tell if you are very unwanted?

A: When your FYP supervisor tells you that he should sign whatever documents that you need so that you'll need not to find him for weeks later, in case he's on leave.

Q: How to tell which party has more power?

A: When your FYP supervisor ask you to ask technicians instead of consulting him, it kinda spells something.

Q: How can you differentiate a final year student from the rest?

A: He/she plays mahjong, watches show, or play games from day till night. (Btw special thanks to Ah Bao's mahjong set. Or else, my weekend here would be hell-ish)

Q: Why should people not hope too much?

A: Actually I don't have the specific answer for this, but I'll go with "So there'll be very little or no disappointment." Anyway, I was hoping to be back on Saturday, then to know that I can only be back on Tuesday, and only be told that it will be postponed again. I hate USM.

Q: Would Wilson jog everyday?

A: My money would go to "NO" but unfortunately if your money is there too, then I gotta say I let everyone down. I had been jogging every single day since I came back to USM. I'm feeling healthier now. Oh ya, and music makes jogging very bearable.

Q: Describe your USM life during the break.

A: Since it's the break, nothing much could be done. No classes, and not many lecturers are around. But it's definitely hiding in the computer lab all day. And the day that I don't hide in the computer lab, that would be the day that I need to go back and forth to the CNC lab. For god's sake, please install CATIA V5R19 in CNC lab la!~ By just running, think I might actually lost a few kgs.

Q: Briefly describe how screwed is your FYP.

A: Let me see... For starters, I'm 3 weeks backdated. Then, I have this superbly thin design that has to be modeled out. Normal machining methods could not be used. It takes almost a month for them to prepare it for me, and that does not include the probability of it failing. If I'm lucky, I should be getting my model by the end of January. And my beloved Mr. Baharom said if I want it any faster, I would need to help out at the lab.

Q: Seriously that that screwed?

A: Well, it wasn't that bad after all. They suggest me to use the Rapid Prototype method for my model. Things were made simpler, but still no promises by them. All I can do now is wait for them to contact me. At least Mr. Ijas agreed to emailing, unlike Mr. Baharom... Yes, I'm coming home for the festive season!

Q: Why is your post in Q&A style?

A: Even I have no idea...

Perhaps I'll be home on Monday?

Very often, peacefulness would come with boredom. And having none to disturb, that would have meant loneliness. Again and again, I have proven to myself that peaceful and lonely life is not what I want, though I must say there are times that I do enjoy being left alone. I like my life the way it is, full of drama, where story by story follows up to make my life more entertaining. And most importantly, surrounded by people. I guess that's a curse for growing up in a family of 9 people.

But life in campus is not quite the same... Fine... Not exactly talking bout previous sem, but more like talking about the previous week. Being back here for FYP isn't exactly the plan that I had in my mind. Because, I know it would result in me being alone in the campus, and freaking bored life as there are no classes during the break! (DUH!~) But I guess it's okay, since I made it through last week thanks to the companion of Kevin and Jet. Or else, I would have rotten in this house already.

Thanks guys.

But home is where the heart belongs. And I miss home. I'm hoping and hoping and hoping that I'll be able to be back by Monday. Please don't screw this up Mr. Baharom. I don't wanna stay here any longer than I should.

Sarawak trip

A whole new world,

a true fantastic point of view,

no one to tell us no,

or where to go,

or say we're only dreaming.

Oh yes yes yes. That is Sarawak from my point of view. Before I get there, I should start with the part where the whole trip got more interesting than it should be.

To begin, it was on Saturday, we were supposed to take the 5 p.m flight. So, without further questions, it is well known that we should reach at least 45 minutes before flight. Oon Oon, Kevin and I reached LCCT 1st. Thus, we waited for Jet and Chih Fang to join us. But we waited till 4:30 p.m and they have yet to join us. Knowing that they might be late, and soon it would be our turn to run, we've decided to run.

True enough Mr and Ms Lee were late. And it was quite panicking as we don't know that they can make it in time or not. Fortunately, with Chih Fang's pleading skill, they managed to get their boarding pass, allowing them to enter the gate 10 mins before flight time. Oh, too bad I didn't snap their 100 meter run look.

After 1 hour and 45 minutes of flight, it was Kuching at first sight. My first time visiting Kuching. Beautiful airport, spacious city, quite beautiful at night. We started with kolo mee. I'd say it's wanton mee of Sarawak. But the taste was good.

We reached Chih Fang's house at night. Her house is located at Kota Samarahan. It's quite rural and true enough it's a village. We entered her house which is surrounded by her farm. After a delicious supper, we slept. And that was the first night.

The second day started very differently. We were waken up by the harmonious nature alarm clock. At roughly 6 a.m, the chickens started singing. Just when we thought they were about to be done, they invited the birds to join their concert. Haha. Pretty new for me.

It was also the day for uncle Lee's farm exploration. After an australian style breakfast, we went to catch crabs, explore the humongous farm (farm which I have yet to see the boundary), and plenty of fruits went into our stomaches.

Wanna know how to use this? Ask Chih Fang (Kampung mode)!

Truly a very new and relaxing life for me. Loved the peacefulness. We went around the village to look at the lifestyle here. I'll give it a 5 star if you like relaxing(or retired) life.

This was the fruit which they considered to be medium size. (I can't imagine what is considered big for them)

Farm exploration came with an expensive price. They say agriculture is a work of sweat and blood. I totally agree.

Asajaya's shophouses.

Food prepared was superbly fresh. With fishing village around the corner, a farm on your own, all you'll ever need is rice. Seriously not exaggerating here. And Chih Fang's mom is a great cook. Not to forget thanking her and her sis as they do help out in the kitchen too.

This, is considered a normal meal for the rich and famous. The crab was superbly delicious!

The third day was all about a tour in Kuching city. The most important part for this tour was the waterfront. And lots of cat statues. Souvenir shopping, photo session, good food and muzeum. Notable food for the day was laksa Sarawak.

Indian street with no Indian!

The meow meow statue.

Fourth day included the Bako National Park, and a temple visit. Generally similar to other park where hiking is the main attraction. Wouldn't say it's super special, but it's a good place to sweat it out, especially after eating so many meals at Uncle Lee's farm.

It was supposed to be a 4 hours hike. But unfortunately, mother nature disagreed with us. I guess it's the promise i made to mom before I went to Sarawak.

1) No water activity

2) No jungle activity

3) No to places that can be considered dangerous

Broke the 1st promise the moment I had to enter the park itself, cause it's kinda like the only way to enter. It's a national park, so I guess I need not to explain how the 2nd promise is broken. 3rd was not broken, although we did think about going to the waterfall, but we couldn't make it there due to the rain.

We had to return to the entrance the moment it started raining. Then, we went to temple earlier than expected, and headed back.

Fifth day was probably the most interesting day of all. Dear Jet slept approximately 2 hours during the night. Can you guess why?

For the first time in his life, he had food poisoning. OMG right? This trip took many of Jet's first time.

We took the day off so that Jet could rest and recover from his illness. We went to 360 express hotel located in the Kuching city centre, and I gotta say that is one worthy hotel. We stayed there for the night (and also the next night).

Sixth day, the cultural village visit. After paying RM 15 (Take note that if you aren't student, you'll have to pay RM 60 instead... So, only go if you are a student.), we went in for the performances etc. It's totally worth the RM 15, so no one should bitch about the price. XD

The beach near Damai resort

We went to the waterfront again that night. Splendid view right?

Seventh day, we checked out from the hotel, and went to Spring shopping complex. It is a nice place, but if you are from the peninsular, it shouldn't be that different from those complexes around you. We headed back to Chih Fang's house, and spent the night there.

The decoration for the coming festive season in Spring

Eight day, also the final day at Sarawak, Chih Fang could not send us to the airport due to many many reasons, but nevertheless, we are all very grateful for the hospitality that they provided. And, we headed back to peninsular. That was all for the trip.

(In case you are wondering why this post seems weird, it IS weird. Cause, first half is written during, and second half is written after.) XD

But I completed it k? =P

123

There was supposed to be a Sarawak trip post, but I don't really have the mood to write it out. I do hope I'll find the time to complete it. I can't help it but to post something happier for me.

"There's only 1 way, 2 say, those 3 words, for you.... I love you" - 1,2,3,4

But to me, 123 itself means a lot. 12-03-09 is a very important date to me. The reason to celebrate anything and everything. Cheers everyone! Yes... Like any of you don't already know what happened to me. =)