Malaysia Break Part One

So, what have I been doing not updating this blog for so long? Worse, since last month?! Hahaha, long story short, catching-up. Serious series of catching-ups! So you ask, with who? First off, my dearest families. That was the very reason why I did not inform any of my friends over here in Malaysia, fearing I might spend more than necessary with them rather than my family.

Anyway, as you can see (or may not), I've watched Dragon Ball Evolution, the movie with a bunch of National Service's best pals. Not bad, will be very acceptable if they were to spend more money and effort on their graphics.

On the other hand, Hotel for Dogs was great. I liked it how all along the movie, it focused on the sibling-hood of two orphans. Thank god the dogs did not talk in the movie (I didn't watch the trailer and thought it was that kinda movie). Otherwise, it would have spoiled the whole thing.

Last but not least, the most recent movie was Knowing. I have never watched its trailer nor heard anything special about it until it was released in the cinemas. The movie was really dramatic with exaggerated sound and graphic effects, as a bonus for some but otherwise as distractions for many. I took it pretty well, not so bad after all. Watching a loud movie with a lecturer, especially a sweet and innocent-looking one wasn't really an ideal hang-out because... she cursed and swore and jumped-around and... and... and... (you don't wanna know!).

Nevertheless, Baskin Robbins treats from her did cover up a lot of stuff! We talked and laughed and even shared some personal stuff together! She, Ann Deni is definitely someone you could call your lecturer, and a friend.

As far as I'm concerned, no picture was taken. Will try to get some for Part Two. Adios.

Sweet!

I was (very) surprised to see the download rate went up so high! It peaked higher until I decided to grab a snapshot of it and that's what I got. Thanks to Google, I've gotten myself the best port to use, best upload and download limits. Don't leech guys, it's a SIN!

Anyway, yesterday night, so many people chatted with me after I added a little information in my MSN's name to

"Zellent : I Miss a lot of People..."

Well, if I knew that earlier, I would have changed it more often and a lot earlier! Just admit it, you people miss me!

Yesterday really was my day! I was really happy. I mean, I started that morning with a 96% (read previous post, in case you have not yet), then it was a lonely, boring day until night took place. I had a long, nice chat with three of my brothers! Well, WS, the second brother didn't reply after a short while. PH, the third and I talked about something that I would never expect him to talk about - his STUDIES! I am so happy for him! "It was a lucky week for him, in which in return, cost him RM50." Then I had some fun playing online chess with WJ, the youngest brother. Of course I won the game, don't ask! Hahaa!

It's a shame we don't usually do that but I guess coming over to Philippines does have its advantages! Also, I talked to my 5th Aunt, Mohamed's Mum and surprisingly, we discussed bout many stuff!

Sonali is coming back this Saturday from Russia! Good for her, finally.

I miss my Lovely FAMILIES...

I miss M.O.I....

I miss Nottingham and the Notti Kids...

I miss National Service and the NS Bugs...

I miss Seri Suria and the Sweet Royalties...

I miss Kajang High School and the Smartasses!

I miss Kasturi Tutor Centre and the Friendly Strangers!

I miss YOU PEOPLE!

I do, I DO...

P/S : YOU ARE IN THE LIST, DON'T DOUBT! By the way, thanks for missing me, I appreciate it, a hell lot!

豚カツ (とんかつ or Tonkatsu)

Had Japanese dish for dinner just now with Jeffry and Cheston. A pretty well-done Tonkatsu, I can say!

Charu and Ashwani both sat next to our table, greeted them. My cousin and Mohamed came and took the table at my 8 o'clock. Greeted them warmly too.

Typhoon today, no flight for my cousin and no need for that lazy Sonali to get outta bed early for standby.

Phew...

So, first thing's first, I hereby apologize for the vulgar language that I've been using for posts titled "WTF..." all three parts.

Done.

Now, I'm happy things have been going okay and I will appreciate it. Hopefully, we're all straight-forward enough to point out each other's weaknesses and not hide anymore things, to avoid deeper misunderstandings.

That's it. I can just hope for things to be better, day by day. No more conflicts.

Signing off. Night :)

Year 2007 Countdown

Miss those times...
Counting down for year 2007!
Was browsing my pictures and there's a lot, a lot of good memories!
Sigh, missing many friends and cousins!

Taby! Genie! Vicky!

Just to name some great, cool cousins!

Well, I still remember before leaving for that countdown, I wasn't pack for National Service for the next day!
Came back at around 4am and was rushing to pack. Ended up didn't sleep and was so fed up waiting for three buses to go to Gua Musang Camp, Kelantan.

Anyway, gotta get some rest! Good night :)

Somebody's Life

I've re-edited three times for this post. I just wanna express how much I love my life despite the fact that negativities are still punching me in reality and realizing it every morning I wake up, I live with them. I can't say that my life is perfect and I do feel like living in someone else's life sometimes but, overall, I'm pretty much contented on mine.

To think of it, I have all the things I've ever wanted; great parents, great brothers and great close friends. I have all the gadgets that I want, the money that I can spend, the brothers who can lend me hands from and the friends that I could never wished for more.

My parents, they're like the best thing on earth that could happen to me. All the love, care and money they've poured on me is something that I could never forget and I vow to keep that in my heart, wishing to repay them in ways they never thought of.

I hate myself sometimes. How could I even think of hating my own life and wanting to live other's, which I assumed to be better?! Last night, I was looking at my room and I saw these things, my room, my stuff and myself! For me, I do think I have a great life.

Just recently, I keep reminding myself that I have a really good life, good family, good people, good education and nice gadgets :)

I don't have to be envious of others' lives for they may have felt the same on mine!

I Fucking Miss My Dad (and Mum)!

Holy god!

My dad finally called me! (at around 2130)
Well, saying 'finally' is because he doesn't usually call me.
Furthermore, not about my school stuff?
Kinda rare. Can't blame us, we don't talk much.
I know it's sad that I'm not one of those rich spoiled baby buggers whose parents call everyday telling them how much they miss them.
I repeat, I don't experience that kinda luxury.
Therefore, I'm not one of them. I've concluded.

Anyway, his main intention wasn't business!
Nothing much about my studies either!
Just, something touching.

Me : Hey, why are you calling me suddenly?
Dad : Hahaha, nothing much actually. Just not hearing your voice in the house for too long! (He misses me and wanted to feed me some cash $$!)
(Mum at the background : Hahahaa!)

We talked a little bout the progress in the school and my third brother's studies.
Then, I told him that I want to buy a new camera and send this Sony N1 back to him.
I couldn't believe he just said 'Ok la'!
What's more is that he agree that I could buy the Tissot Touch! (Well, it depends if I think practically about how much I actually need the watch and not actually just want it.)
Oh god, I really didn't see that coming! (But I'm sure my bro at Johore is gonna complain about it if I really bought it... Have to consider this factor!)

Bottom line :
I love you, mum and dad! Miss you both a lot!

P/S : I know they miss me a lot too! Geehehee!

Mohamed's Birthday!

It's the 1st of October, I'm excited because a new month has begun, marking the 3rd month of my studies here.

More importantly, it's gonna be someone's Big Day tomorrow. I have had some plans in mind already since a week before, on how to throw him a surprise.

Straight after class, I rushed hurriedly to my dorm. Stripped and changed in less than a minute just to catch the shuttle bus. I managed to, but in my soaking T-shirt and already wet slippers. It was raining pretty heavily but in a way, it's pleasant. Maybe because I was left alone the last weekend - eating alone, watching TV alone, another meal alone and sleeping alone in that spacious dorm. No companion but no grievance.

Reached the nearest mall in about 20 minutes dued to the bad weather and the crawl in the traffic. Wasting no time, I got off the shuttle telling the polite driver to wait for me for 20 minutes. Pacing rapidly to Goldilock, one of the famous cake houses without knowing the real directions to it. I felt lost. Walking in my wet pair of slippers worsen the situation, as I was almost slipped a few times, looking like a clown.

I found it! Satisfactory embraced me at once pushing the chill away from my body. I was really freezing but it was no big deal. Stepped into the shop looking for the perfect flavour, perfect shape, the perfect cake for my perfect cousin took me around 15 minutes. Imagine yourself wandering around in the cake house in semi-wet shirt, shivering and asking stupid questions. 15 minutes felt like half an hour.

Despite the price, I chose a mocha flavoured rectangular cake. the only thing I dislike was the fake cream flowers. I hate colorings but, can do nothing about it as the rest of the bunch were worse. No more words.

Worth the troubles I went through. Looking at the cake makes me go Speechless!

Mohamed, one of my best cousins!

I know, I know, you guys don't really like to read, don't you?

See, I read your mind...

Oh well, he just wanted me to 'promote' himself in my blog.

Haha, what a funny guy he is...

And of course, I'm really proud to have a cousin like him.

Anyways, I'm NOT gonna write his life-time biography here.

Below listed some links to his profiles in Friendster, YouTube and Flickr.

Enjoy!

Friendster
YouTube
Flickr

P/S: He's not a pervert... Hahaa!

I love you, 2nd Aunt!

My second aunt from my mother side sms-ed me on the 01/08/2007, 12:04 AM.
Below was what she has sent.

"上帝祝福你去到那边平安喜乐！"
(Translation: God (Jesus, in this case) wishes you to have a peaceful journey (to the Philippines) with joy!)



Well, to be polite and respectful, I replied her message saying:

"谢谢你！！我一定会记得你对我的关心！"
(Translation: Thank you!! I will remember your care for me!)



To have people care for you is your luck not their job. But if you decide not to enjoy such luck, you're a real FOOL. No offense and no apology; this is what I truly feel. You might as well consider passing that luck to me since I don't mind having more of them. Think again...

Philippines, here I come!

Alright. So, I believe most of you know that I'm going to the Philippines soon, in fact, it's as soon as next Friday (3rd of August, 2007).

Why? After completing a semester long of Foundation in Engineering in the University of Nottingham, why am I wasting such time and money?

The main reason is... one word, INTEREST. Before, I thought that having PERFECT eyesight was one of the most basic criteria to be a pilot. Perfect eyesight in this sense means that you do not have the need to wear glasses or contact lenses.

Oops, my mum is calling. Be right back!

(Few hours later...)

Back! Haha, back from Satay Kajang in the town. Hm, I thought satay in Kajang was bad but, not too bad! My family with a 8-year-old nephew and Bahraini cousin had 150 sticks of satay consisting 120 of chicken and the other 30 of beef. Really, not that bad after all!

(My youngest brother, WeingJing with his 22 satay sticks in hand and my cousin from Bahrain, Abdullah)

Okay, back to the reason. My vision is 100 200 for time being; I really have to wear glasses, or else, anything as beautiful as an angel will look like sh*t to me (sorry angel, no offense!). Fortunately (or not), there are some candidates with higher power compared to mine, studying NOW in the institute. By the way, I'm enrolling in Clark Institution of Aviation. It's the only branch from Oxford, UK. So, I guess that answered your question "Why Philippines?". Sorry, outta topic (again!). I've always wanted to live free, have all the freedom in the world but when I found out that I need to wear glasses, my hope on being a pilot fades away gradually.


The story goes like this...


About a month after National Service (First Batch Fourth Series, 2007), I was enrolled in the University of Nottingham taking Foundation in Engineering. After finishing a semester, I planned to convert my course to Foundation in BioScience (I was interested in the Human Genome Project). Since the BioScience students were having the same subjects as the Engineering students except for their slightly simpler Math, Mr. Terence had no problem releasing me, at the same time, Dr. Chin and Dr. Sandy both too, had no problem accepting me. Dr. Sandy mentioned that my credit for Engineering Math could be transferred as credit for Business Math (Math that the BioScience student taking). Everything seemed so smooth. Before that happened, I would have to fill up a Convert Course Form first and submit it to the Engineering Faculty Office. At the same time, I was having my finals and most of the students were waiting for the historical day 711 to arrive! July 11 - the day of all-the-hectic-and-boring lectures (and last final paper) ended.

I was supposed to have my sweet semester break for about two months before my second semester (of Foundation in BioScience) starts in September but, my cousin delivered a suprising news to me. A new license was introduced, the MPL (Multi-crew Pilot License). To get this license, you can take up this aviation course only at Clark, Philippines (the only branch from Oxford, UK). None of the requirements say that a candidate must have perfect eyesight. In fact, either near or far sighted one is, he or she can still take this world-recognized license on one small condition - have a spare of spectacle with you. That's it! That's the only condition for those who are near or far sighted! I've discussed this with my dad and he agreed to let me take up this aviation course in the Philippines. He said that wasting a semester time and tuition fees of RM 6, 500.00 are worth it. Or else, I would have to continue on my studies up to at least Degree level, taking about three to four years and then most probably Master as well. Altogether, take up to more than half a decade. That's insane when you finally realized that after all your studies, they do not guarantee employment.

This institute guarantees you a job of starting salary of two to four grand. Sorry, forgot a tiny detail, two to four grand US dollars. That's just starting salary! You will receive raise in payment based on experience! In this case, based on the number of hours. All of these just take a year time only! Just a year and I could be a pilot, working, and the rest of you (my fellow friends) might be in your first year degree. How wonderful! I mean, wonderful that I can work, not that you'll still be suffering studying.


Well, I guess that's it for now. Maybe another post later? Well, I don't know about it...


Hopefully, everything goes as planned! May your gods bless me. (That was meant to be a sarcasm... I'm a free-thinker...)

Oh yeah, I met ShirYin at Satay Kajang. First time meeting officially. Took a picture together as a memory. She's cute, I know.