Happening Events in October. . .

Finally, after finishing the whole CFA syllabus, at least i have some time to upload and blog about the events that happened in October. It has been a busy month with lots of events and activities.

1. Genting with my piggy on the Raya week

Since we haven't been to anywhere after our Pangkor-Taiping-Penang trip, so we had decided to book the promotion room for RM38.80. We drove up and it was really cold because there was mist all over. I really enjoyed my trip there although again I didn't win Uncle Lim because this was our first trip to genting after we had planned for so long. It always didn't work out everytime we wanted to go. Somethings always pop up during the eleventh hour. Anyway, here are some pictures during the trip.

2. Convocation for UWE

I got to say I didn't really let the graduating atmosphere sink in because I was busy busy busy preparing my Valedictorian speech. The ceremony was due to start at 130pm but I had to be there by 11am for my 1st rehearsal. I got to admit that, despite countless practices in front of Ms V., Ms Esh, Mr. Nama and the rest of the program directors, I still had butterflies in my tummy. "Relax, relax", I told myself. I just couldn't bring myself to do it. Heart beat faster and faster as the real ceremony drew closer. After my first rehearsal, I realized that I was already late to collect the robe. So, I asked Mr Adrian, the Mass Comm lecturer, to let me pass through aka "potong Q". I swear hundreds of eyes were staring at me as I walked past them to get to the front. Pls don't curse me. hehe. I guess that was the privillege of being someone important on that day. So after getting my robe, I had to rush into the hall for 2nd rehearsal. I seriously missed the opportunity to hang out with my friends, to take memorable pictures together. What to do? Big guy, big responsibility. The opportunity to speak on behalf of the whole graduands has already make it worthwhile. It was a one-in-a-lifetime opportunity that will come only once unless I graduate again in Sydney after my Masters studies, which I doubt I'll be the Valedictorian again.

3. Pei Yan's Birthday
Date : 26 October 2008
Day : Sunday
Venue : The Apartment, Curve

The last birthday celebration was Richard's at Umai-Ya Restaurant, Damansara Uptown. I miss the gathering session with my college mates. Jovial, carefree and lots of laughter surround the atmosphere when we had gathering like this. Everyone is so tensed up at work, be it from working late for numerous nights or being fired left and right from the manager. Those who are in those situation will know what I mean. So, an event like this would definitely spice up their dull and monotonous working life. Therefore, work hard and party even harder. hehe. Oh well, it looks like I am the only one free now thus, I can always suggest this and that. Reality is everyone is stuck at work and thus, I am at home most of the time. Getting used to it already. Things are not that flexible anymore as compared to the life we had during university.

Anyway, back to Pei Yan's celebration. It felt good to see everyone again. As the saying goes, A picture speaks a thousand words. So, let's preview the pictures on that day.


The Apartment, Curve Damansara


oh yeah, before I forget, this birthday girl brought her camera to take pictures. but what she didn't know was that her camera has no memory card. haha. pei yan, pei yan~!!! hehe. . .




Mr Kenneth, our lecturer in TBS. so surprise to see him there with MARK FOO. ber-dating i guess. haha. anyway, it was nice to see him again.















4. Halloweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeen at Baruk Borneo Club






trying to convert my baby~~~!!! hehe. . . fresh blood. . . yummy~!!!!












my baby got into top 5 for her halloween make up~~!!! proud of her. . . hehe. . .

Blardy Itchy Ass~!!!

You know what happen? Gosh. I sent Yi Vonn to pyramid today for class as usual. Upon reaching the entrance, I saw there's a shoot going on at the porch. It was the " Hip Hop Street Dance Battle Ground" by Astro, Malaysia. Gotten all excited about it, I stopped the car in front of the entrance, nearby the taxi stand. FYI, I love hip hop and breakdance. Also Krumping. So, since I have not seen any of these live, I thought to myself " Stop awhile and watch lar..."

That was the MISTAKE~~!!! Try and guess what happen next~!

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THE CAR GOT CLAMMED~!!! What the blardy hell was that? Shit. I stop for 5 or 10 mins I think. As a result, they clammed my car. Darn efficient~!!! The sign says " Kereta anda telah di-CLAM. Waktu pejabat 8am- 12am. Denda : RM50.00. Tak kurang tak lebih"I added the last sentence. hehe.

What a day man. Earlier on, I woke up at 7.30am to go for my coaching at 9.00am. I woke up farking early to coach and earn some money and just to see my car clammed after that. What a wonderful day it was. Aih.

As usual, being Malaysian, there is always a way to settle things if u know what i mean. Putting up my sad puppy face and trying to beg for mercy,

Vinz: Bang, boleh settle ke? Please la...I sakit perut tadi... Lari ke tandas. Tak sempat beritahu security guard. Tolong le.

Guard: Sepatutnya kau beritahu security guard dulu. Ada satu, dua, tiga dan empat guards. Mana boleh tak bagi tau mereka.

Vinz, again, I tried to beg for sympathy : Tolong la. Tadi sangat sakit perut. Tak sempat bagi tau security. I masih Student. Bagi chance lar.

The actual fact was that I was standing with them and watching the dance. haha. Tipu tak kelip mata. hehe.

Vinz: Kurang sikit la, bang. Tolong la.

Guard: Mau tolong tapi CCTV dah rekod. Ok ok. Kalau mau settle, macam mana mau settle?

I told him I could only give RM20. IMMEDIATELY, they took out the clam. Efficiency doubled~!!!

Another guard : Pergi kat tong sampah sana, CCTV tak boleh tengok.

Reluctantly, I took out my RM20 ( which was my hard earn money) to him. Aih. This is what you called " ITCHY BACKSIDE". Drop Yi Vonn and go back home la. Why want to stay around? So that I can do charity by donating money to them, is it? Damn. . . Felt so wasted. . . Some more, 2nd year Anniversary is on this Sunday. I am planning to save for that. Mana tau, this thing happenned.

I totally agree with Shaun " SHIT HAPPENS !!!".

Question~!!!

Have you ever wonder why most of us prefer to look for a guy when buying stuff in a shop?

Or let me re-phrase it.

When you go into a shop to buy something, a shop where you can bargain things for or ask for a discount, who do you usually go to?

The LADY BOSS?

or

the MALE BOSS?

Usually the Male Boss right? I don't know about you guys but for me, I will usually look for the male boss himself. WHY? Simple.

Male Bosses:

1. Negotiable

2. Can give free stuffs

3. Can give better discount

4. Better service (* Male Boss: Ok. Next time got any problem, come back and see me*)
( Lady Boss: Ok. Thanks for buying. Goodbye. No coming back hopefully)

Peeps, what do you think?

Being Happy. . .

Countless times, I have heard many people say that "I'm just fed up with my job" or "my job is so boring" or " my life is so farking meaningless". Well, what do you think? I guess it depends on yourself to make your daily life more meaningful. One has to be happy "internally" or emotionally before one can experience happiness in one's daily life. But it's easier said than done. Although it is not an easy task, if not many people would have been happy in their lives, I can assure you that if you try hard enough, LIFE would be much more meaningful to live on and the WORLD would seem a nicer place to live in.







Very familiar? Yes, indeed. Very often, we face obstacles be it at work or daily life. Sometimes, the problem we face can be so pain in the ASS that we become Frustrated, Emotional, Unfriendly and more. Why add on to the burden? Instead, why not try to be happy and live with the problems? Try to solve it rather than blaming it, running from it or hiding it. And who say life can be so meaningless? It's up to you to decide, right?



Look at Cute things to ease your angry lar. Chill first. Just know that there are more things more valuable and worth living for in this world rather than just yourself.




Have fun with your bunch of friends and just forget about work, problems and etc. Keeping all in the head will make one go KooKoo. . . DON'T~~~!!!! Better still, take this opportunity to bring your gf/bf for a vacation where you two can spend quality time together rather than complaining and kicking a fuss about everything. Blame the sun, the tree, the dog, the cars, the moon and the sky. Hell no. Have fun and reward yourself for you deserve it. If you prefer to be alone, then go FISHING. Fish as long as you want. . . .No DEADLINES, NO ASSIGNMENTS, NO SCOLDING. . . Perfectly ideal for age 1-99 years old. hehe.



Better still. Learn how to DANCE~!!! Dance like crazy if you wish. haha. Just hope POLICE won't catch you. hehe.



As you can see, it is up to us to make your lives more meaningful and interesting. Now, go and BE HAPPY ~!!!

Valedictorian man~!!!

On Monday, I was supposed to go to TBS for the Taylor's Valedictorian selection. Having my speech prepared with much effort and finally relieved to get it done with, finally the day has arrived. I was kind of nervous as I didn't know how many candidates I was up against. Screw it, I told myself. Just go for it. Get selected, good news. Not selected, life still goes on. So, leaving my house early to look for parking on a sunny, hot afternoon at SS15, I was rehearsing my speech over and over again even though I knew the contents inside out. Still couldn't shake the nervousness out of me. Damn.

After paying my graduation fees at the Accounts Department at TBS, I proceeded to K-Web at Level 6. I guess I was too excited because I was the first person to arrive. It was 1.30pm and the clock was ticking faster as usual. "Better rehearse fast and hopefully I am not the first person." As much as I wanted to be the first presenter, somehow I couldn't help wishing to be either 2nd or 3rd. Mental problem, I think. hehe.

Slowly, one, two and three other presenters arrived. I talked to one of the presenter, Adora. She was from Taylors School of Architecture. Kinda pleasant looking girl. Then, both of us resumed our practice. I was later told that I am the 3rd presenter. Good number. After my name was called, I walked in the room, stood in front of the panels and started my speech.

Less than 6 minutes later, I walked out, feeling relieved that I am still alive and kicking. Yeah man. Finally, it was over.

The following day, I got my result.

Dear Participants,

Thank you for your participation at the selection exercise held at TBS on Monday 2p.m. I only know too well that all of you put in a lot of work and effort. The distinguished panel of judges came to a unanimous decision as follows:

Ist Choice for valedictorian : Mr. Vincent Ho

Back-up for valedictorian: Ms Ung Wei Jenn

Congratulations to Vincent and Wei Jenn!

1st Choice Valedictorian man~!!!!!!

Damn glad that I managed to get selected for this very special occasion on the 12th of October 2008 at KLCC Convention Center, which is our Convocation. Yay. Although it is a good news for me, but the thought about speaking in front of possibly thousands of people sends chills down my spine. Then I was called to go back to TBS to review my speech and to further improve on it. Lots of work are waiting for me. With CFA studies coming along, I think I am going to be busy for the next couple of weeks. GOOD LUCK TO MYSELF~!!!

BOO~!!! Zip Zop. . . dush busk. . .

Mr Cha Tong Keng No.1 called me yesterday to go lunch-ing at Taylors. Oh yeah, finally got my original transcript and can process my application already. After scanning the documents to Ms Stefanie, there was an auto reply saying that she won't be around till 23rd Sept. Cha Tou. Waited so long for the transcript and now she's on leave. Geram.

After finish our lunch-ing at Seaview, our beloved kopitiam beside TBS, and since Mr No.1 is not working, so we decided to lepak at pyramid. Looking around for Mr No.1 GPS software and surveying for Handphone, we decided," hey, since got nothing to do, let's go for a movie~!". Feeling excited, we went to TGV cinema. Pathology is showing already. Yay. Halloween looked terrifying and cool. Black water *ahem. . . after watching Rogue, I don't think I wanna watch anything to do with Croco, Sharks, or whatever animal horror movie*. So, think here think there, we decided to watch Halloween.

Anticipating for the worse, we went in. Well, one would know if the movie is nice or not by looking at the quality of the movie. This one is definitely similar to "Beneath Still Water". Oh, Crap. Not again~! FYI, Beneath Still Water is an international movie which sucked so bad that the reaction of the people in the movie was 10-15 seconds slower. Imagine someone being killed in front of a person, that person's scream can only be heard after 10 seconds. Wa lau ye. "Please la. Please don't be like Beneath Still Water~!", I told myself.

INCOMING SPOILER: After the first few scenes of mass murder, both of us shook our heads. "Don't tell me the whole movie is about this small boy killing all the people~!" Watching on, our worst nightmare came true. The whole duration of approx. 2 hours was about this guy, Michael Myers, turned into a Psychopath and started killing his Dad, Sis and his sis's bf. After being sent into Asylum, and you know what followed after that. . . Cutting off people's head, suffocating them, hitting their heads with baseball bat and etc were all we saw in the movie. Gory but cool. The way he plan to kill his Victims was awesome. haha.

RECOMMENDATION: Please watch. . . . . ...... and you will regret wasting your RM11 in the cinema. . . .

Uncle LIM . . . Gotcha ~!!!

Gosh, it must have been like ages or centuries since I last wrote on my blog. Apologies. I have been busy preparing for my CFA exam in which I have managed to finish 1 textbook until now. One down, 6 more to go with 2 and a half more months to go. Crap~!!! Sticking my butt on the study table everyday, trying to register all the information into my head, I still doubt that the dateline of covering all the CFA subjects by end of November will come true. * cheng cheng cheng* you think Anwar will manage to change hand by Sept 16? Well, the time will tell. =)

So, I have been telling my parents that Genting has cheap rooms during low season, which is now. Before the Hari Raya holidays arrive. They were very excited about it, especially my dad. For personal record, the last time he was at Genting was practically 10 or MORE years ago. It's because he has been busy working to support us *siblings*, especially our education. Thats why until today, he has not been able to enjoy the facilities that we enjoy freely. Thus, I was determined to make this trip happen to make my parents happy.

1st attempt: Was happy because I saw the RM38.80 room online but didn't managed to book it due to some circumstances.

2nd attempt: The room rate increased to RM 58.80 because the Rm38.80 room wasn't available anymore. Mum said okay but Dad was sleeping at that time. So, still can't book. CRAP~!!!

3rd attempt: The following day, I got hold of my Dad and Mum and suddenly, the price went up to RM78.80. EVER MORE CRAP~~~!!! Dad scolded " Got RM38.80 dun wan, Go up to RM78.80 only wan to go~!!!

4th attempt: Unsatisfied, I went online to search again. OMG, I saw the RM 38.80 room again. I have never happier ( clk, damn kau stingy~!!! haha). Immediately, I tried to key in the credit card no. and Dad's personal details. Walau, this stupid Hong Leong Bank asked this stupid Question~!! : What's the billing date of the credit card every month? **I was like: " What the hell they ask this info for?" Siao liao. Entered few times and the account was locked. Geram~~~!!! So have to call up the customer service to activate the no. **Dial. . . Connected. . . Waited 5 mins for the auto answering machine. . . Got through to the personnel. . . DAMN~!!! Only can activate the account after 7pm. That time mosquitoes also go home sleep lo. . . Thats okay, but after that, he tried to persuade my dad to take more loans~!!! WTF?@#*!!! Dahlah cannot activate the accounts, now wanna sell loans to my DAD. TU KAU LAN. haha. ** Dad said "Never mind la. Try other cards". Then, I used my Dad's Standard Chartered MasterCard. Straight away. Let me emphasize again. STRAIGHT AWAY, my online application is approved. NO stupid question like ," what's the billing date every month?". Way to go Standard Chartered, SUX HLB.

Tues, 16th Sept 2008 came. Excited, we began our journey to Genting. At first, I was thinking that we would take LRT and BUS and Cable Car. Phew, I was so relieved when my Dad told me that we would be driving up there. *** Upon reaching, I was surprised that I was immediately given the room keys, unlike the time when I went with my coursemates where we had to wait for 3-4 hours before we could check in. Was it the Standard Chartered's punya pasal ar? Dun care la. Got room can already. Got TOWER 1, kinda disappointed because the room in TOWER 2 is bigger. OH, shit. I must say that Men in Nice business suit has no Bloody Brain. The businessman (* or maybe dressing up, trying to look like one) held on to his new Blackberry model, scolded the usher who was clearly doing his job. WHY? Because he said Counter 2 & 3 were available " Ask the people in the queue to go there lah~!!!". Either he is sorhai or what, the word CASHIER is hanging right above the counter. Plain dumb fellow.

Then, I went walking around with my parents around the so-called Genting Shopping Complex. Got Hari Raya promotion. Good for my Mum la. hehe. Then, my Dad asked if there's cinema here. Yeah. Definitely. So, while my Mum was looking at some shoes at PADINI, we went to the cinema to see what movies were on. They had " Meet Dave *not my parent's type*, the luckiest man* also not my parent's favourite* and MONEY NOT ENOUGH 2* confirm my parent's taste because the movie is in HOKKIEN". Since my dear friends Shaun and Richard recommended a THUMBs UP for that movie, I proceeded to buy the tickets. So, we went back to our room to refreshen ourselves and get ready for the movie.

I SERIOUSLY must say " MONEY NOT ENOUGH 2 is definitely a MOVIE for every ASIAN. Looking at how bad the three sons, played by Jack Neo, Mark Lee, Henry Thia, were treating their old, stricken mother. Unable to fight the force of nature, their mother was diagnosed with Diabetes and Alzheimer. So, being a burden to all the three sons, they decided to take turns to take care of their mum. However, as things got worse, one placed her by the toilet after the wife started to kick up a fuss and another son placed her in the toilet for convenience since she couldn't control her urination. What's wrong with them~!!!! Then, I totally agree with one of the phrase in the movie " Maybe after all, Mother is just a name, not someone you should care about". EMo-ness. haha. Then, my Dad related his story to me during dinner. He said, " The movie reflected the reality that happen to your Grandma. After being sick and getting old, no one, again, NO ONE except my 5th Aunty, 4th Aunt and my Dad who contributed their effort in taking care of my AMMA. My 5th aunty, being a strong church leader in her church, offered her help to take care of AMMA while my 4th aunty and my Dad contributed financially to employ a maid to take care of AMMA. What did the rest of 6 more siblings do? NOTHING. damn sad when I heard this from my DAD. Another blow of Emo-ness. And some more, they got fed up after rushing to Penang, where my Grandma resided, a few times when my AMMA was admitted to ICU. Luckily, she survived the scare. After that, they told my 5th Aunty that " DON"T CALL ME UNLESS AMMA REALLY GIVES UP HER LAST BREATH!!!" Celaka punya sons and daughers. AMMA raised them so big but they treated her like that. KANASAI~!!! CIAK LIAO BI.

Sad sad. Then, we proceeded to CASINO DE GENTING. I was hoping that my lucky winning streak will continue because its either I break even or Make money. I brought my parents around the casino and they were only interesting in drinking COFFEE and NESCAFE because it is FREE~!!! hehe. Then, after a few rounds of analyzing the games, I decided to try new luck on " 3 PICTURES". Walau ye, bad luck man. Change RM50, in less than half an hour, lost already. Siao liao. While waiting for me, my Dad also changed RM100 to play. Well, I guess it was our night. Both of us lost to UNCLE LIM. Invicible UNCLE LIM who has defeated so many uncles and aunties. At last, my name was written in his list. CRAP~!!!!

Aih. Not wanting to think about it, we went back to our hotel room. Before that, we stopped by First World Casino to drink Coffee again. There were performances by some short but hot looking chicks. THen, I headed back to bed.

Next day, my Dad and I went for breakfast. Not much of a variety. My dad went back up to the room to bum around and read newspaper, while Mum went shopping again. SO, I decided to try my luck to BEAT UNCLE LIM again this time. Feeling refresh for another round of battle, I went back to the Casino. Unwillingly, I withdrew Rm50 to play. Luck wasnt't good because once I played, I lost till the remaining RM10. SHIT~!!!! Aih. Disappointed with my luck, I put down my last RM10. I was hoping, cursing, Jampi-ing that I could win this round. * in my heart " aiya, the banker is yawning already, sure no luck wan. Sui Sui bagi dia, Ong Ong Mali Mali"* True enough, I won that round. Slowly, I won back my RM50. Phew. What a close battle. So, what's next? Try to win back my another RM50 which I lost yesterday. Okay. I told myself " Play smart, analyze and win." I was talking to myself like I am a professional gambler. WTH. haha. Feeling lucky* actually I think the person I tumpang was the one who is lucky*, I increased my bet to RM20, previously only RM10. Im kinda risk averse person. Cannot lose so much in one go. If lose, must slowly slowly lose. haha. Get the Max satisfaction out of it. haha. Without realizing it, I managed to Win back my other RM50. haha. YEah man. Im out of here. haha.I beat you Uncle LIm.haha. Walking out of the casino immediately after I cash out the chips, I felt like I was walking with an AURa. GILA already. haha. Anyway, I did enjoy myself even though I just break even.

Jumping for joy, I went back to look for my mum and dad. After that, we just checked out and went back home. And here I am writing a post about how happy I was, being able to win back my RM50. haha.

Here are some photos which I took in Genting:




**Lovely couple.


** Statue of Liberty towering above US. . .




**Eh, what's my Dad doing under the table? Line is bad, I think. =)




** Celaka. When we were going downhill, then only the weather got better. Ish.