Question. What's a dramatic effect used in movies, and yet, doesn't seem to ruin the actor's hairdo?

It's Rain.

Hindi Movies, Mandarin, Cantonese, Japanese, Korean, Tamil, Malay, Hollywood...

They've all got some dramatic rain thing going on. I like rain. Well, i don't mind it, considering i'm at most happy when the sun shines against the bright blue sky. I am terrified of storms.

Doesn't that just tell how i look at life in general? :)

Rain is simply a symbolism of hurdles in life doesn't it? Or dramas/romance in life. It's all good. Some quotes on Rain to accompany this post.

“Life is like a rainbow. You need both the sun and the rain to make its colors appear.”
-author unknown

“The best thing one can do when it's raining is to let it rain.”
“Into each life some rain must fall, some days must be dark and dreary.”
- Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

“I believe in running through the rain and crashing into the person you love and having your lips bleed on each other.”
-Billy Bob Thornton

“The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain.”
-Dolly Parton

“We will never be an advanced civilization as long as rain showers can delay the launching of a space rocket”
- George Carlin

“As far as me talking about my movies and the work ive done,yeah. I love it . I could talk about it for hours. But when it comes to me talking about me and my life and the stuff in the media, Id very much love to be someone else, like the rain. The rain is the thing nobody likes to touch and hates. They want it as far away from them as possible. Rain is usally the thing thay fucks up people's day, it pisses them off and makes them want nothing to do with it. Why would you want to want to know every aspect of and consantly talk about the thing you hate? Right now i want to be the media's rain. I want to be the thing thay pray never comes around. The thing obviously not the topic of their conversation.”
-Johnny Depp

You know what's sad?

This fact by Anne Frank:

"Parents can only give good advice or put them on the right paths, but the final forming of a person's character lies in their own hands."

Go Figure.

currently listening to : Stand by me (cover) by Incubus

Hello all.

'Tis time of the year when grades become sloppy, and spirits become lazy. hahaha. It is, afterall, the coming to the end of another year.

Okay maybe i'm the only one with sloppy grades and lazy spirits. Heee.

Incubus will be included in the line up for the Australian Soundwave Festival in feb/march. I really want to go. i DO. I just need to get a job first ahhaha.

Anyway, i haven't much to say...

except, i'm looking forward to this coming holiday!

Here's a little personality that test i took. I think it's an interactive promotion for army recruitment in the UK. Just try it, it's kinda accurate. Click here to take the test.

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A view of my future

There’s a part of you that is a little rebellious - you don’t always play by the rules. As an adrenalin junkie, you are aching to get out there and put that energy into something more rewarding. You're someone who will shun routine and, although you may value security, it does not stop you looking for new experiences, travelling without limits. It’s good to know you can rely on your nearest and dearest. The special bond you have fills you with confidence in everyday life - you know you have their support. Survival and adventure score highly for you, you like to feel self-sufficient and have a child-like enthusiasm for the great outdoors. You learn best from being in places that give you the knowledge to form your own interpretation. Satisfaction comes from striving to be the best possible. Your goals are high but not unattainable as you will work hard to achieve them. An employer would appreciate your drive and ambition. Spirituality and the strength of your beliefs gives you all the freedom you need. Having faith and a strong sense of morals is the backbone of your character. In the next few years you want to be doing more of what you do now. You're not ready for responsibilities yet - you are out to gain experience and have a good time. Everyone sees you as cool, calm and serene. Your balanced character is definitely an attraction. You can see yourself taking time out of your schedule for some TLC. You pile on the pressure in day-to-day life, a little luxurious living would be a just reward. Being honoured for your hard work is on your agenda. You are ambitious and want to do well in whatever role would make the most of your qualities and qualifications.

A View of my Life Now

You and your friends like to hang out together enjoying good food and conversation. You respect each other's opinion - they are probably the first port of call when you need advice. When you can, you indulge your love of music. You may harbour secret dreams of one day becoming a star. You seem to enjoy a laidback lifestyle, good food, friends, and conversation. You like sharing time away with those closest to you. Given your choices, you seem to thrive off attention - it confirms who you are. You are confident and enigmatic when basking in the limelight. You always find the time to meet and catch-up with your friends, whether that be for work or pleasure. You are compassionate and have no problem communicating. Taking your health and fitness seriously, you put the hours in to make sure you're in top condition. When your body's in good shape, your mind follows.

I'm colour Blue

Blues are composed and observant. Others trust them to see the whole picture, and respect their judgement as a result. They are reflective, and proud of the difference their mind can make. Thriving on the challenge of new experiences, they push themselves to learn new skills and take pride in what they do.

In the Army, these kind of people are relied upon as calm and purposeful thinkers in vital behind the scenes roles as much as in action. And in a world of increasing complexity they are needed more than ever.

"What a difference a day makes,
24 little hours..."
-Jamie Cullum, What a Difference a Day Makes

Apparently, a lot.

On the first day of Raya, the sky was so clear, you can see for miles! As the rakyat jelata moves out from the city, expect to see clear blue skies. Ahhh... so soothing to the eyes. And lungs. :)

And i'm at most happy when the sky is blue. Until today, the sky is super clear.

Oh yeah. Thank you for the raya and birthday wishes/hugs/blog posts. hehe. You guys made my day.

This raya has been so different from my previous ones. Usually we'd join the other rakyat jelata, and crawl the insanely jammed highways to either Singapore or Negeri Sembilan. but it doesn't mean we can't make the best of it, can we?

And fun, we had! Well, i did, at least.

Mom and i cooked some usual Raya food: Soto, kuah kacan and chicken satay! Compliments to the chefs. Well, compliments to my mom la...coz i just prepared the ingredients.

The first raya night, college friends came around to bantai some food. Hung out, went for coffee after, by midnight we all retired. So fun. Played card games, laughed all night long, and ben closed the night with a series of his magic card tricks. Er. That clown.

Second Raya, we went visiting. TTDi people give more duit raya that people from else where. Must go there more often la. :D

Third Raya, my old schoolmates came over for a visit. Though there were only 4 of us, we managed to have fun. After they bantai-ed food, we drove to Yoke's place to get our mini Eiffel Towers that she had thoughtfully picked out for us. We then threw mini firecrackers into our old school, to a random man by the road side smoking, to the guys digging pipes...banyak la. We simply drove around ss14. hehehe.

Fourth Raya. Class started. HISH. potong stim. Hahaha. Only 11 people went for Shahid's class. Proves that everyone's still in our festive moods. Adeke start sekolah. Pui.

P/S: will publish photos later!

Times like these...

Today's news bulletin :

"Channel News Asia have reported that the First Malaysian astronaut is living the dream of Malaysians citizens, being in outer space..."

What's happening on earth:

"Oi! Why got no water flowing into our taps?!"

"Shit, what kind of Pot hole is THAT!? Someone could drown in that"

"Ala, bang...Ais Kosong satu pun kena bayar, ka?"

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Argh. Raya Celebrations are just around the corner (like literally. I can see it peeking behind a wall), and there is no WATER in my house.

I mean. Seriously.

SYABAS (Syarikat Bekalan Air Selangor) has been SO inefficient.

So, SYABAS. Happy 50th, Malaysia.

The Final Countdown: One week to Raya day!

Preparation checklist

1. Get Raya clothes
2. Get Raya cookies/cakes done [checked]
3. send out Raya e-cards
4. Bermaaf-maafan
5. Wash curtains
6. Zakat
7. Decide what to cook for the first day of Raya
8. Buka puasa with the girls [checked]

Oh dear. we're under-prepared. And we have datelines this week and the Raya week. Notice that the last sentence rhymes with 'Eeek'!