Pisang Goreng

Got this forwarded email from Justin and Kevan.

Thought of sharing it with you readers!

This is what happens when you urinate on a 220 volt 3 phase electric fence!

*Ouch!* Be warned!

And tomorrow's October!~ We're entering the final quarter of 2009! What have you accomplished so far?


Love & Peace!~

BC?

Determination!

Besides following Bleach, One Piece and Naruto (and several other mangas!), I recently picked up Bakuman by Ohba Tsugumi (author) and Obata Takeshi (aritst). Ohba wrote the storyline for Death Note as well, while Obata was the same mangaka (artist) for Death Note, Hikaru No Go and Blue Dragon - Ral Grado.

Bakuman's storyline is about how two boys, Mashiro and Takagi, who dream big about being mangakas! And at the same time, Mashiro has a thing for his classmate, Azuki, and promised to marry her once they become a big hit in the world of manga!

I'm really inspired not only by the storyline, but the thoughts and determination of the characters. Not to mention the naiveness in Mashiro and Azuki, who have been in close proximity with each other for so long, yet spoke so little. It's so pure and sweet!~ I enjoy reading this manga, and i would recommend this to you if you're looking for a manga to indulge in... though, it's still in progress.

Personally, i would want to do my best in work, as well as excelling in my relationship with Melissa D. Well, i guess i just need to do my best, and leave the rest to God, eh?

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Rojak Series #20

I've been blogging for awhile, and there's just so many things i want to write about! So, here's another Rojak Series for you!~

1. Selamat Hari Raya


To all my friends out there celebrating this festive season, Maaf Zahir dan Batin! And please do go and come back safely. Remember, not to blow out your fingers or head with illegal fireworks!~

To those enjoying the long weekend, i hope you had a great time relaxing or visiting others. And don't blow your fingers or head with firecrackers!

2. KL Trip

Had a good time with family and friends two weekends ago, and i've returned here safely. Papa was not feeling well, and this time around, i didn't manage to visit Aunty Sally.

Good news is that i got to catch up with my former classmates in UTAR; Pek Mei, Lily, Yen Yen, Grace, Alex, and Chee Been, who (except for Pek Mei) i have not seen in months! And it was great meeting up and chatting with Ms Sharon as well.

Not to forget makan with David, Dewgem, Baby G, and Justin Tan; and Justin and Kevan.

Hopefully, i can come back one more time at the end of the year.

And note: sometimes, good things are not cheap and cheap things are not good. This echoes loudly for 'factory rejected' Crocs shoes.

3. Radiant Kids Club retreat


Recently, i was up in at Bethel House Of Prayer in Penang Hill for a one-night retreat. I'm currently a teacher in the church's children ministry and this retreat was a time of reflection and to set the ministry's vision for next year.

I have to admit, even though i'm not keen on serving here for the long term, but i'm staying on for the pre-teens, for now. There's a need there, and i'm doing this as an act of worship to God.

The retreat was spirit filled with Bro Michael and Sis Hannah leading the sessions and praying and prophesying over us. But there were light moments as well, including watching the guys singing Jason Mraz's I'm Yours in Hokkien, playing with the dogs, Durian and Rambutan, as well as watching the view of the island and mainland under the nutmeg tree.

4. Relationships 

I'm happy and sad at the same time when i'm writing this.

I'm happy for those who are in one (like Melissa D and me; Clictus and Esther; Charis and Ben, etc), those getting married (Kevan and Angeline), those living the married life (Justin and Sher-Mayne, etc) and those who are mutually good after breaking up.

But i'm disheartened to see how two people, who were so closed to each other and promised their lives to one another, can turn out to be enemies, with one bitching about another publicly!

Sometimes, there're proper ways to resolve things; washing your dirty linen in public isn't one of them. *sigh*


Anyway, the week has just began... have a good week ahead!~

Love & Peace!~

BC?

It comes knocking....

One of the worries i'm currently facing is where on earth should a house. Well, maybe this could be peer-pressure from my buddies Justin and Kevan, who each have purchased their own places. Or maybe i'm just going through a phase of life where i feel like settling down.

But seriously, this is one of issues that both Melissa D and i need to tackle before we proceed to the next step of the courtship; among other things.

I think just praying for a place to stay isn't suffice. The prayer should be specific and we ourselves should put in effort in looking for a place.

Looking at locations, we hope to get (at least) a condominium with a pool (and gym) in somewhere in Taman Linear, Bukit Gambir or Pulau Tikus.

A place which could be opened for Cell Group meetings or even to just hang out with friends and family.

But whether we would buy the place or rent it, isn't another issue altogether. But we're leaving it in God's hands; to help us in getting a place we can call "Home Sweet Home".

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Random Post.

To state the obvious, i love Melissa D.

I love her for her, and the fact that she loves me for me. There're many idiosyncrasies of mine which annoys her, and vice versa, but by making love as both a choice and a feeling, it almost matters not.

We've been together for over a year and a month; and here's to many months ahead!

By the way, Up is a really good movie to watch! A must watch for 2009. I don't mind getting the original DVD for keeps, or watching it at the cinema again - it's that good!

Might be coming down this weekend. Will see how things go....

Anyway, have a good week ahead!

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Friendship Carnival (Ver 1.0)

I can't believe it's September already!~ In a few weeks' time, it'll be Hari Raya, followed by Deepavali... Christmas and when you realise it, 2010 is here!~

Anyway, i've uploaded the photos, taken by Dr Matt Gan here on the blog (Thanks, dude!)

The Friendship Carnival, organised by the Reservoir Garden Baptist Church and JNPC (Joyful Nursery Preschool Centre), was held in conjunction with the church's 44th anniversary.

Held at Youth Park on Aug 23 (during the Permatang Pasir by-election), our CG was in-charge of the Captain Ball tournament held that day. And since it's raining season, it pour and pour and pour that day.

Those who were present were moving to the beat at the auditorium in Youth Park? I think this was about 9am, when the drizzle started.

Pastor Koe Choon Huan, senior pastor to RGBC, giving his opening speech.

Kids playing.... some game.

The food stalls opened that morning, which i failed to visit as i was busy looking after the tournament.


Pastor Thom, Joshua Lam, Henry, Alan, Hon Yin, Wai Kuan and myself were the referees for the games, while Melissa D and her cousin Charis took down the scores. Credit goes to Pastor Danny who invested a lot of time, not only for the tournament, but other aspects of the carnival.


Part of the Captain Ball action!

Even the heavy rain did not dampen these players, who are on fire!


This was how heavy the rain was... and how muddy the court was as the participants continue to play!


At the end of it all, team Anonymous, which comprised mostly of Malaysian living in Australia, dominated the whole tournament, leaving many younger ones disappointed.

Me with one of the Captain Ball balls. Originally, three of them were Volley Ball balls, and after a week of intense training, they turn out to be good, reliable Captain Ball balls! Well done!


But at the end of the day, it's all good!

By 12pm, the carnival drew to an end... despite feeling tired, it was worth all the effort put in! I guess there wouldn't be an event like this next year... but i don't mind helping out again.

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Watch 15Malaysia

This is one of the most interesting website to check out - 15Malaysia (www.15malaysia.com) - a project consisting of 15 short films by 15 Malaysian film makers (including the late Yasmin Ahmad).

The films are released one in a few days, each with a length of one minute to about five minutes. Not to mentioned, it's downloadable too!

Among the first few i've watched were Potong Saga by Ho Yuhang and Halal, by Liew Seng Tat. Both of them are funny, but Melissa D and i think the former is better.

Here are the videos:

Potong Saga



Halal


Now, i'm looking forward to the release of Meter and Healthy Paranoia.


And just now, we've watched House by Linus Chung. We're reminded of the infamous Kampung Buah Pala here, which demolition is looming by soon as the villagers are to evacuate by end of this month.

House


Well, i wonder what they'll do this time. Another human barricade? Another showdown with the developer? Another drama of finger pointing when they do not receive help? We'll find out on Sept 1.



So, on a lighter note, enjoy those short clips on 15Malaysia.

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Another victory for PR, but it's status quo.

Unless you've been living under a rock or have totally tuned out the country's politics, Penang PAS commissioner Mohd Salleh Man is now the Permatang Pasir assemblyman after beating his rival, BN candidate Rohaizat Othman in the by-election. He won with a reduced majority of 4551 votes for the state seat. Read HERE for more details.

The newly elected Permatang Pasir assemblyman (YB) Mohd Salleh Man. Beside him is Deputy Chief Minister (I) Mansor Othman, who won the Penanti state seat end of May this year.


Salleh Man is a nice, humble, soft-spoken guy, who my boss liken him to Yogi Bear. But i believe he needs time to prove himself worthy not only to his Permatang Pasir constituents but to the Pakatan Rakyat state government here as well.

PAS candidate Mohd Salleh Man trying to flip a roti canai during his campaign trail in Taman Samagagah in Permatang Pasir. With him (on the right) were PKR's Pantai Jerejak assemblyman Sim Tze Tzin and Machang Bubuk assemblyman Tan Hock Leong.

Being part of the team in throughout the by-election was an add-on to experiences i had with by-elections since coming here to the island, and i still have a lot to learn. Tiring, but fun.

Anyway, last Sunday, the church had its Friendship Carnival in conjunction with its 44th Anniversary at the Youth Park. Melissa D, Joshua Lam and myself, together with Courage CG were in-charge of the Captain Ball tournament.

Even before the matches start, it was cloudy, and as we carried out, it started to rain, and pour and pour and pour. But we just carried on. Looks like the rain didn't dampen the spirit of those Captain Ball players out there.

And the Volley Ball balls were trained well to be Captain Ball balls! HAHAHA!~

Will try and upload photos from the event if possible.

Anywya, going off now to watch G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra with Melissa D now! Looks like a storm is coming. Gotta go!

Love & Peace!~

BC?

New laptop! (Ver 1.1)

Finally, we got a new laptop!

Two Saturdays ago, Melissa D and i got a Compaq Presario CQ35 at the PC Fair held in PISA for slightly above RM2,000. After considering the budget, taking in views from our friends and opinions from 'experts', we've decided to go with it.

And surprise surprise, we actually on this laptop a few days ago. I installed both Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox not too long ago. And now i'm blogging on this new laptop!

Fiddled around with a few programmes here, and even took a picture with the built-in webcam!


Melissa D and me!

I'm still getting used to this laptop, and i don't think either of us will be bringing this baby out anytime soon... unless deemed necessary.

On another note, the Permatang Pasir by-elections have began, and there's lots of running around. Polling Day falls on next Tuesday. And the Friendship Carnival is coming up this Sunday!

Spending a lot of time on Facebook, Mouse Hunt in particular, and little time to chat online or blog (and read blogs). Will have to try manage my time properly... and i do look forward to coming back to KL, by the end of this month or early next month.

Well, gotta run. Stomach's not queasy. Well, good night!

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Seeing my dear smile.

I love to see Melissa D smile. Innocent, sweet, simple and lovely smile. I just love it!

But it breaks my heart when there're people around her who makes her cry (sometimes, i'm the culprit!)

But recently, a friend of hers have hurt her. I didn't know that this person would turn out like that - uncooperative, selfish and glory-seeking, which sidelined Melissa D, making her bitter.

I knew this person was somewhat sarcastic, whinny and pessimistic, but this selfish! Then, i heard from other friends that this person is like that, and this friend is not a favourite among them, to the extend that one commented, "this bitch is now with them."

I still consider this friend, a friend, but i wouldn't look at this fellow the same way anymore. The good thing is Melissa D is no longer bitter towards this individual, and i pray that this person can change, if possible.

But as a boyfriend, i pray that i am able to do my best to bring a smile and comfort to my dear.

On another note, both of us got a new laptop - Compaq, which was affordable; the state assembly meeting is over and the Permatang by-election is coming up on Aug 17, with the Friendship Carnival on Aug 23.  So much to do, so little time.


"...And then I see you, baby
And everything's alright,
everything's alright

When I see you smile
I can face the world, oh oh,
you know I can do anything
When I see you smile
I see a ray of light, oh oh,
I see it shining right through the rain
When I see you smile
Oh yeah, baby when I see you smile at me..."

Taken from Bad English's When I See You Smile

Love & Peace!~

BC?

One after another!

Boy, there's a lot of things going on here on the island!

Yesterday, the Kampung Buah Pala continue to stand, as its 100-plus villagers gets another chance to stand and fight for their land (or pack up their belongings) before the developer comes blazing to demolish the 'High Chapparal' on Friday!

The death of Permatang Pasir assemblyman Datuk Mohd Hamdan Abdul Rahman will pave way for another by-election. This will be the third by-election on the island, since the Permatang Pauh by-election (won by PKR de facto leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim) and the Penanti state seat, which saw the victory of Mansor Othman, now the Deputy Chief Minister (I).

The Election Commission is expected to announce the nomination and polling dates by Monday, Aug 10.

Speaking of the assemblymen, they will be convening their meeting next Monday and Tuesday (Aug 10 and 11) on the island. Let's hope it wouldn't be a hectic one!

Friendship Carnival at the Youth Park on Aug 23, where Melissa D, Joshua Lam and i are in-charge of Captain Ball. With the day looming by fast, things need to be prepared soon. And with God's strength, we can do it!

Both Melissa D and i are looking forward to watching G.I. Joe and Ghost of Girlfriends' Past at the cinemas. The last movies we watched were Land of the Lost and Ice Age 3, which were both funny. We prefer Ice Age 3 and Land of the Lost was plain lame!

Anyway, gotta go home, and get more sleep!

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Happy Anniversary!~

I can't believe that both Melissa D and i have been through this courtship for a year!

It feels surreal, but i thank God for my blessing. There are a lot of room for improvement for the both of us, but with God's mercy and grace, we can do it!~



I LOVE YOU DEAR!~ Happy Anniversary!~

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Saying goodbye... yet?

I gotta admit - i'm careless.

Careless enough to lock my keys in the car, leave my notebook in the office when i'm out for assignments and dropping my mobile phone every now and then. And now my mobile phone (BlackCell, as i call it) is acting up.

It is covered with dents and hairline cracks. Yesterday, one of those crack, the one near the joint, became severe and it's somewhat disrupting the 'flipping process'. *sigh*

So, i'm currently comtempalating, if i should get a new mobile phone now or just continue using this till it breaks down... hopefully by next April. Should i continue using Sony Ericsson or another brand. Should i say goodbye to my phone now?

Speaking of goodbyes, contreversial film director Yasmin Ahmad recently passed away. May she rest in peace. Her movies and commercials are simple touching and amazing!

Oh, and today we have the second death related to the Influenza A(H1N1) in the country. I wish these idiots had when to the doctor immediately once they were not feeling well. But no, they took days to seek treatment, when they've somewhat passed the point of no return!

The same advice goes to all feeling sick recently! Get help early!

Well, gotta survey a little on what mobile phone i should get. And what laptop should i get?

"It’s no surprise I won’t be here tomorrow
I can’t believe that I stayed till today
There’s nothing here in this heart left to borrow
There’s nothing here in this soul left to say..."

Taken from Chris Daughtry's No Surprise

Love & Peace!~

BC?

And the Demon dragon swallowed the Sun!

Millions in India and China were in awe at the longest solar eclipse of the 21st century! All this occurred today. And from here, we were able to see a partial solar eclipse from between 8.23am to 9.48am.

Though, i didn't get to see it since i was on the way to work and had no proper equipment to look at the sun without burning off my corneas.

It's interesting to read about superstitions and fables that an eclipse happens when a dragon-demon swallows the sun, while its rays then can harm unborn children.

A total solar eclipse is seen in Varanasi, India, Wednesday, July 22, 2009. The longest solar eclipse of the 21st century pitched a swath of Asia from India to China into near darkness Wednesday as millions gathered to watch the phenomenon. (AP Photo/Saurabh Das)


Anyway, i was reminded of the TV series Heroes when i heard about news on this eclipse. About how individuals got their abilities... which has something to do with this natural phenomena.

So, can i now fly? No.
Teleport from one place to another? No.
Read minds? No.
Shoot electricity from my palms? No.

I guess i'm stuck with my abilities as a lame duck. Melissa D can attest to that. *sigh*

Anyway, i suppose the next solar eclipse can be seen on Jan 15, 2010, March 9, 2016 and Dec 26, 2019! Keep those dates free, ya?!

Love & Peace!~

BC?

Congrats!

Angeline and Kevan

"We're engaged!" This was what was stated on the screen as i read Kevan's text message. Earlier in the week, he told us that he wanted to propose to his girlfriend Angeline.

Early this morning, both of them went jogging up Taman Tar. Up, a group of guys ('choirboys' and photographer) were waiting there, to witness Kevan proposed to Angeline. And things went as planned!

Congratulations, both Melissa D and i wish them. Heard that they plan to get married next year! All the best!

Love & Peace!~

BC?