Random Pics

These are some photos taken since i started using my panasonic camera...i hope through these photos i'll relate some of the untold stories.

I took this while I was waiting for train back to Taipei after a half day tour in JiuFen. According to a girl whose selling bento set at the station, many couples take their wedding photos here coz this place give kind of Nostalgia feeling.

I was passing by this petrol station in Taiwan...i cant believed my eyes..."WHAT?!! more that RM3 per lit". I must have say, i'm glad that what i'm paying now still far below this price...Well, no for long i guess. (after election??? I wonder)

Deco at one of the corner in Bigtom Ice-cream museum.

Number plate for one of the train station up in Alishan.

The pics shown above & below this text was taken during the sunrise up at the summit of Alishan. Does Heaven look like this???? ^_^

The falling leave....while walking along the trail through the Shermuh Forest, i saw this leave falling right infront of me, instantly i snapped this photo.

Winter in Taiwan is also a good time to taste some of their local fruits. I found this cute pear shape tomato at the fruit stall in Hualien.

Below are some photos taken in Hualien as well...truely, Hualien is a very beautiful place...including Tarako National Park, one must not missed if ever visit Taiwan.

This is Hugo, Eric & Chin Chin's pet dog...taken during CNY. Its such an adorable dog & likes to eat mandarin oranges....haha.

Make a quick guess...what's this?? ^_^ is a floor mat made out of small pieces of cloth...My paternal grandmother made it specially to all the grandchildren during CNY. I like her handwork, neat, fine & vibrant in colors.

This kitty was hidding underneath the table waited for leftover. Took this pic last week during Chilled out session with my colleagues at this famous look out place in Ulu Langat. The food are just ok, but it has the best night view of Kuala Lumpur so far. Check out the photos below.

8x zoom in action!!!

18x zoom in action!!!

The actual size of what i saw at where i was standing...beautiful isnt it?

Tribute to Lydia Shum

She's gone in the end after nearly two years fighting to stay alive from cancer...may she rest in peace & be with the Lord soon.She really has a good personality that everybody likes. I'm sure her smiles, jokes & acting will be fondly missed by all her fans in the world. Thank you Lydia for all the good movies & comedies that you have left behind...

PS : My personal favourite movies acted by Lydia :

1) Is a mad mad world - 富贵逼人

2) Double fatiness - 双肥临门

3) Living with Lydia

Da Vinci Code alike???

I was surprised to see this article below in one of the online petition website. Slowly Koreans are claiming one after another the Chinese Cultures. Where's the originality?? Who has the rightful say about where the cultures belong?? What will the impact be in the History of humankind?? I wonder..

Stop Helping South Korean Robbing Chinese Traditional Culture Heritage

To: United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

For many years, the art of fengshui has been seen as an indispensable part of Chinese traditional culture. But recently, this long standing heritage was challenged when South Korea applied to list the art as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage under its name.

South Korea succeeded in adding the Dragon Boat Festival, a celebration used to commemorate Qu Yuan, a Chinese patriot in olden times, onto the World Intangible Cultural Heritage list in 2005. And now the Koreans are likely to win again. Nothing has hinted that the application will fail as the process is backed by all Korean nationals, from the country's president to the UN general-secretary.

Contrary to South Korea's zeal for applying fengshui, Chinese government still deem the art as a superstitious method to judge good or ill luck and refuse to issue official certificates to those engaged in the fengshui industry. The art of fengshui failed to be mentioned in the shortlist, which includes 35 cultural arts, that China has drawn up in preparation for next years World Intangible Cultural Heritage nomination procedure.

As Chinese, we are very disappointed with the zero reaction from the Chinese government toward the urgent situation. On the other hand, we are trying to do whatever we can to avoid this "cultural robbery" happening. We are very happy to share our cultures with everyone, it's the wealth of the whole world. However we think it's extremely disgraceful attempt on robbing it.

We appreciate it very much for UNESCO protecting and respecting the cultural heritage of humanity, however, we don't think accepting the application of South Korea listing fengshui under its name would be helpful for protecting the human cultural heritage. It would only deliver a wrong message to the world that robber could steal others heritage without punishment. We hope UNESCO would investigate the case carefully. History will not change just because one list, but truth and justice should be told to everyone.

Advance Birthday Treat from Former & Ex-Gamuda girls!

I had a great reunion cum birthday dinner with Yati, Elis, Eve & Wani today at The Garden (Mid-valley). Intially was only a reunion dinner but out of surprised the girls bought me birthday balloon & spent me the dinner. I was flattered. Thanks girls for a wonderful nite. ;p

Chinese New Year Deco at The Garden

We tried out this restaurant - Flying Chillies, very authentic Thai food they served.

Before the dinner begin - hehe...we actually holding ourselves not to touch any of these before all the dishes are serve...

From L to R : Elis, Eve, me, Yati & Wani

I became Elis model for the nite...she was taking one photo to another...haha. (some i choose not to post it here...18sx????? hehe..be your guess)


Tiger Prawn Glass Noodle - For those prefer non spicy Thai Food.


Pineapple fried Rice - highly recommended by the New Balance Boss next door..haha


Spicy Deep Fried Solfshell Crabs - yummy delicious!!!!


Green Curry Chicken - A "Must" for Thai food treat.


Elis : "gross!! there a fly in your food!!" ...Yati : "who cares!" (stuff it in the mouth) ..haha...joking! the food was marvellous!

Random Photos I Took

I spent most of my time at home this year during CNY, partly because grandma was sick, i hardly travel back to Taiping & the scorching sun keeping me away from outdoor activities. So I ended up playing cards and taking photos with those at home. Results, i managed to capture some nice photos bout my family members.

(Sis and my poodle pet - Jo Jo)

(Daddy & JoJo - goodness, really difficult to get a good pic of JoJo as this little ruscal too hyperactive)

(My favourite cousin - Wei Liang (Daniel)...haha...he hates taking photos..i took this from far when he was playing cards with my uncles)

(Grandma - asleep after taking medicine....i took a closer view of her so that she doesnt look that skinny)

(My favourite Aunt - like Son like Mother...hahaha..new version...she too hates taking photos...i've to do it secretly without her notice. Thanks to my 18x optical zoom camera ;p)

(Cousin Sis watching TV series)

(My uncle in blue batik - playing cards with my cousins friends)

(Sis with friends - some are my friends too as they staying the same housing estate with us since school days)

HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR!

To all my Chinese Friends! A Happy Mickey Mouse Chinese New Year to u!

To all non-Chinese! Have a great Holiday ahead!

To those in overseas that couldnt make it back for Chinese New Year, come back next year,k...i've not forgotten about u all!

To those that need to be away from Family due to work, make sure u get ur boss to pay u well enough,k...otherwise, kick their butts...hahaha.

Last but not least! Gong Hei Fatt Choi, Ang Pao big big come! Wish u all in good health & happy always!

Keep u all in prayer & God bless

Taiwan - Custom Made Shoes

It has been almost two months after my trip, yet i still have many untold stories & photos to post it up my blog. Since today is an off day, i decided to organize & post it up as much possible.

Photos taken below is from a shoemaker's shop located 45mins away from Taipei - The old city of Jiu Fen. I've came across custom shoemaker's whenever i travel but never intend to get one for myself. (hehe..thinking it must be expensive) Somehow this shop caught my attention & decided to get one pair....maybe it was the designs, or the pretty & hardworking shoemaker...hmm...

This pretty lady putting her best on my shoe.

Tah dah!! These are mine..cost me only RM 39..suits well with Yukata! Sigh! which i dont have though...

They even make little shoe keychains as souveniors..about RM2 each.

Chloe, Yee Sum with their new pairs of shoes.