Yes folks, I don't mean to boast, but I felt that this year has got to be one of the best I had so far!
I've had the chance to travel, meet new people, get closer to people I've already known.
Definitely in better mental health compared to last year. In terms of physical health, I guess this year has been my fittest year to date!
On the home front, I'll have to miss my sister for a few more months before visiting her in UK during summer 2011. My sister's absence meant that the nest is now pretty empty since I myself have moved out to live nearer to my workplace. But that has meant I would spend more of my weekends back at home to be with my parents.
Work has been good, in both places where I previously worked in KL and now in Shah Alam. I guess the career gods have been kind to me in giving me great colleagues and understanding bosses!
And I have my resolutions for next year!
1st would be maybe to lose 1-2kgs in fat, and toughen up at the gym. Lost about 10kgs this year and lost about 3 inches on my waist.
I resolve to visit Europe next year. Targetted countries are England, France, Italy at minimum!
I'd love to be closer to all the new friends I met this year. I've been exposed to many groups of ppl this year and I'd like to get to know them better!
Were there any downsides this year? Every year there are, but this year, it's all too trivial as I am going to look back at this year and remember all the great times and experiences I've had.
I'd like to thank every1 I've met this year as they all helped to make this a good year.
Lets hope for a better year in 2011!!
Here's to songs to party the last hour of 2010 away!
=)
Boodyboy, out!!
Friday, December 31, 2010
Thursday, December 23, 2010
2010: My year in Summary
January
Was still kinda bummed out about the poor year I had last year. Started my new job not too long ago, hence was busy in training and had no time for blogging.
Working back in KL meant early mornings and late nights, some which I almost forgot how it felt like. Oh and the pain of the traffic jams...
Took my 1st holiday, a 5d4n trip to Bali! Definitely had a great time with EC and my sister. Pics can be found in my FB album here. Highlight of the trip had to be when I got ambushed by a monkey in Tanah Lot and it took my spectacles.
February
Most memorable thing about this month was that I got into an accident and lived to tell about it. Its was after a good friend's CNY open house and I was about 200m from home when I fell asleep on the wheel.
Thankfully I wasnt driving fast, just veered off the road, went up the divider and took a 15 year old palm tree down. Airbags came out and well, the key thing is that I'm safe.
March
A lot of stuff happened in March. Super busy as well as happy time for me =)
Highlights include, watching the Zee Avi concert, Hot Air Balloon Festival in Putrajaya (pictures here) and also a day trip to Ipoh (pictures here)! Definitely a month of fun!
Oh we also celebrated Earth Hour back in my paternal grandparent's place in Triang Pahang. Night shots here.
Ran the 10km Subang Jaya Run with CKH!
Surprised even myself as I never thought I could cover that distance
April
Another month of pure joy! And 5 years of Boodyblog!
There was my Phuket trip with my sister and Rach (album here, here and here). Our flight was delayed and we just had enough cash left for some food while waiting, hehehe.
Then there was my overnight trip to Cameron Highlands with Stef and Yvonne (album here). Took the Teluk Intan - Sekinchan way back home. The thing i remember most was on our way back, I took them to see Teluk Intan's leaning tower and they told me it didnt lean enough. Funny thing about the tower is that I would stand to profit some money from it at the year end ;-)
May
Welcomed a new member to my photography family. My new fave, Sony Cybershot HX-5!!
Singapore overnight trip. This was super spontaneous. Friday morning itself decided to head down with my sis and got the ticket in the afternoon. Later at night, there we were in Singapore!
Definitely a memorable trip! (Album here)
Oh, I started my new job in Shah Alam this month as well. And I can say that I like this place very much!
Then next it was Siem Reap in Cambodia. Woots, finally a World Heritage site in my sights!
=)
4d3n at a very good guesthouse! Definitely a memorable trip which involved me wondering if I might survive a rocky boat ride! (Album here, here & here)
And last but not least, a photo outing with my friends to the KL Bird Park (Photos here)
June
Yes, the FIFA World Cup finally kicked off in June. Its a pity my fave team, Italy got knocked out early. But kudos to Spain who won with beautiful football.
June was a month where I took a guilt trip down emo lane, lol. But glad thats over!
Went up Genting for a good photo outing (album here) and the Trekked Broga Hill (album here) to prove my fitness
=)
July
yes, it was still World Cup month. Lack of activities.
Moved to my cousin's place in Kota Kemuning as it would be closer to my office. Joined my company's inter dept badminton tourney where we emerged champions!
Went to see the floral exhibition, Floria 2010 (album here) with KTJ and JL.
Also joined a new gym, REV fitness! Thanks to them, I've lost weight and have better body shape
=)
August
It was the moon cake festival and this year again, we went to Semenyih dam to try and get a good moonlight shot! It drizzled, but we did see fireflies! (Album here). Then went back to Triang again for my grandparent's Khong Teik, celebration of the time when the souls get into heaven. And also got invites for the Sony A33 and A55 launching in Putrajaya!
Started my 100Day burpee challenge at the gym, which ultimately helped me improve my fitness and conditioning
September
KTJ invited me to the players party at the ATP Malaysian Open at Mandarin Oriental. Met players like Soderling, Ferrer and Berdych!
Finally went to Macau and Hong Kong to visit my very dear friend, SQS. I've promised to visit him in HK since we both started working 4 years ago, and this year I finally had the chance to do so. I'm tempted to go visit him again in the near future! I spent 7d6n in the wonderful country.
Mizuno Wave Run 11km was also on the agenda. KTJ asked me to join the run with his friends.
I've never run 11km before, so this was a big test. Managed to complete it in 1hr.13 mins! Damn proud of myself!
My sister flew to UK to finish her Law degree. Will fly over there to see her when she graduates!
My last remaining grandparent passed away (maternal grandmother). May her soul RIP.
October
Was possibly my most quiet month of the year. Was just getting work done and going to gym. COmpleted the 100 day burpees challenge and damn proud of myself!
November
Finally conquered Bukit Apeh in Cheras/Ampang. Treeked for a total of 6 hours, but the reward was definitely the waterfall we stumbled upon! (Photos here).
Brazillian Guitar Recital at KLPAC was definitely a highlight as well. Celso Machado was a great act! And oh, the joy of meeting my ex-OSKT colleagues, never fails to bring me joy!
Went to Abu Dhabi for the 1st time! For work, but I managed to squeeze in some time to meet up with KL, who works there! (Photos here)
December
Not edited any of my December pix yet, but lots of highlights here!
1stly, enjoyed my birthday with many fair maidens (photos here)
NExt up, lunch with my Ex-OSK colleagues again, makes me super happy. Numerous dinner with my colleagues and a Secret Santa gift exchange.
Attended a Xmas Production at my friends church, CHC in Subang, was extremely enjoyable and the lessons learnt kept me grounded.
The next weekend, I went for the Malakoff 12km run with KTJ and gang again. THis time I finished my 12km in 1hr 17mins, still within my target. Malakoff's route was more challenging than the Mizuno earlier.
After that, later in that very same afternoon, met up with May and gang to visit an Orphanage. Good Samaritan Home in Klang. It was definitely a good experience for me, and I really enjoyed the fact that the kids are happy with what we could provide for them! Very fulfilling indeed! (Photos here).
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So that was my year in Summary! I guess this year was a pretty good year for me!
I just hope it gets better and more good stuff keeps coming up. All these wouldnt have happened without all my friends and family. They played a big part and will continue to do so!
Boodyboy, out!!!
Friday, December 17, 2010
2010 : Year in Numbers
Gonna try to do something like "TIME" magazine, where they give out facts by numbers. Lets see how it goes as I try to define my year with numbers.
365 - Number of days in this year
10 - Number of months I worked this year. Weight in Kilograms I've lost since last year.
7 - The number of pairs of footwear I've bought this year. The number of countries I visited.
8 - Holidays / Trips (min 1 night) I had this year.
RM 450.00 - My most expensive footwear this year: Vibram FiveFingers Treksport
RM 10.00 - My cheapest footwear: Blue Beach thongs from Bali.
> 25,000 km - Distance I drove this year
2 - Car accidents I got into this year: Thankfully I'm still safe and sound. Number of months I was unemployed. Cameras I bought this year. Runs I joined this year (Mizuno Wave & Malakoff)
45 - number of canned food about RM150 can buy!
13 - days left in this year. And not enuff time to spend it with the people I care about =)
Infinity - The amount of blessing / good luck I've received this year. Of course, there are times when I've been down, but this year has been good to me.
Boodyboy, out!!!
365 - Number of days in this year
10 - Number of months I worked this year. Weight in Kilograms I've lost since last year.
7 - The number of pairs of footwear I've bought this year. The number of countries I visited.
8 - Holidays / Trips (min 1 night) I had this year.
RM 450.00 - My most expensive footwear this year: Vibram FiveFingers Treksport
RM 10.00 - My cheapest footwear: Blue Beach thongs from Bali.
> 25,000 km - Distance I drove this year
2 - Car accidents I got into this year: Thankfully I'm still safe and sound. Number of months I was unemployed. Cameras I bought this year. Runs I joined this year (Mizuno Wave & Malakoff)
45 - number of canned food about RM150 can buy!
13 - days left in this year. And not enuff time to spend it with the people I care about =)
Infinity - The amount of blessing / good luck I've received this year. Of course, there are times when I've been down, but this year has been good to me.
Boodyboy, out!!!
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Key Observations during my short stay in AUH
AUH is the airport code for Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE).
I was there early last week for work and though is was only 2 full days, there are lots of things that I could conclude.
(This is the National Mosque, the largest mosque in UAE and the 6th largest in the world. At night, its lighted to a aqua blue-ish hue. Beautiful!)
1. Despite being the capital and independent for only 39 years, they are excellent in city planning. Roads inside the city (even in the old parts of the city) are at least 3 lanes wide on each side. Roads towards the suburbs and outskirts of the city are about 4 lanes and above. I was told the Abu Dhabi - Dubai highway is 6 lanes wide. This totally minimises the occurence of traffic jams for a city with a population of 6 million.
2. About 80% of the 6 million population is comprised of foreign nationals. Most of them are from India, Egypt, Pakistan and other parts of the world. I did notice that there was a fair amount of Koreans there as well; so much so that the hotel I stayed in had a few Korean staff to better serve them. On a side note, a Korean waitress spoke to me in her native language during breakfast, thinking I was a comrade. After noticing my puzzled look, she apologized and spoke to me in English. Hehehe...
3. The local citizens of Abu Dhabi seem to be pretty well taken care of by their government. They are pampered with lots of incentives and are very rich. The civil servants are very well paid, and hence almost all of them are with the civil service. You would be hard pressed to find a local working in a private firm.
4. Most of the cars here are high powered, well at least above 2,000 cc. Its rare to spot a car less that engine capacity, though i did see a Peugeot 308, Mini Cooper and a few more smaller cars. Cars here are cheap because there ain't any taxed levied on cars, unlike in Malaysia. Price of petrol is also comparable to Malaysia but if you take into account their average salary in comparison with the price of petrol, then its even cheaper for them. Also, did I mention I saw uncountable number of Bentleys, Porches, Maseratis on the roads here? heck i even saw a few Hummers! Mercedes and BMW just doesnt take the cake here.
5. The locals here love their country a lot, and unlike Malaysia, they are forced to hang flags stick flags on their cars. The governemnt doesnt need to take initiavtive, the locals do! I have seen many Bentleys, Mercedes, Range Rovers and all sorts of expensive cars being painted / decal-ed with the country's flag as well as the Sheikhs face. Some even custom painted their cars with the colours of their flag. These aren't cheap cars mind you! But yeah, i can sense the nationalistic pride while I was there. The night I left was the eve of their Independence day, hence there were decorations over the city.
6. Despite being a Muslim country, it doesnt feel like it is as strict as Malaysia. I guess the 80% foreign population helped changed that. Restaurants here do not have to proclaim that they are halal, people will still eat at those places. Local women are cover up in diffrent amoutn of cloth, but most of them seem to wear only a thin head scarf over their head. Its rare to see women to be fully covered in the burqa.
7. On the other hand, being covered up and just wearing a head scarf (not tudung) seems to be alright with me. Did I mentiont aht the people here look half Caucasian? Man, they have sharp features, nose bridges, and yet maintain that slightly Asian look. Couple with blue/ light hazelnut / green eyes, the people here look great! Guys look macho (partly due to their bigger, more European size) and the women look pretty.
8. In fact, I think its great that the we can only see the women's faces. Less emphasis on them having to dress provocatively just to look pretty. Many a times, I am just stunned by how beautiful some of the women here look, just by looking at their faces. Did I mention the eyes, they have the prettiest eyes over here, coupled with the asian look! OMG!! Eyes are like windows to the soul, and with eyes like those, its like I'm in Heaven!! (Yes, Im a sucker for the eyes, oh also smiles) Yes the Women here seems to have the right proportion of Eyes - nose and mouth width. Which makes them smiling even more appealing. And I dont even have to resort to looking at toher parts of their body (not that I do that, I have objectifying women, but I appreaciate mother nature's beauty ;-p)
Well, yes, those are some of the observations I made during my short stay there. Maybe if I had a longer stay I would be able to learn more abouit their country. Well, till the next time...
Boodyboy, out!!!
I was there early last week for work and though is was only 2 full days, there are lots of things that I could conclude.
(This is the National Mosque, the largest mosque in UAE and the 6th largest in the world. At night, its lighted to a aqua blue-ish hue. Beautiful!)
1. Despite being the capital and independent for only 39 years, they are excellent in city planning. Roads inside the city (even in the old parts of the city) are at least 3 lanes wide on each side. Roads towards the suburbs and outskirts of the city are about 4 lanes and above. I was told the Abu Dhabi - Dubai highway is 6 lanes wide. This totally minimises the occurence of traffic jams for a city with a population of 6 million.
2. About 80% of the 6 million population is comprised of foreign nationals. Most of them are from India, Egypt, Pakistan and other parts of the world. I did notice that there was a fair amount of Koreans there as well; so much so that the hotel I stayed in had a few Korean staff to better serve them. On a side note, a Korean waitress spoke to me in her native language during breakfast, thinking I was a comrade. After noticing my puzzled look, she apologized and spoke to me in English. Hehehe...
3. The local citizens of Abu Dhabi seem to be pretty well taken care of by their government. They are pampered with lots of incentives and are very rich. The civil servants are very well paid, and hence almost all of them are with the civil service. You would be hard pressed to find a local working in a private firm.
4. Most of the cars here are high powered, well at least above 2,000 cc. Its rare to spot a car less that engine capacity, though i did see a Peugeot 308, Mini Cooper and a few more smaller cars. Cars here are cheap because there ain't any taxed levied on cars, unlike in Malaysia. Price of petrol is also comparable to Malaysia but if you take into account their average salary in comparison with the price of petrol, then its even cheaper for them. Also, did I mention I saw uncountable number of Bentleys, Porches, Maseratis on the roads here? heck i even saw a few Hummers! Mercedes and BMW just doesnt take the cake here.
5. The locals here love their country a lot, and unlike Malaysia, they are forced to hang flags stick flags on their cars. The governemnt doesnt need to take initiavtive, the locals do! I have seen many Bentleys, Mercedes, Range Rovers and all sorts of expensive cars being painted / decal-ed with the country's flag as well as the Sheikhs face. Some even custom painted their cars with the colours of their flag. These aren't cheap cars mind you! But yeah, i can sense the nationalistic pride while I was there. The night I left was the eve of their Independence day, hence there were decorations over the city.
6. Despite being a Muslim country, it doesnt feel like it is as strict as Malaysia. I guess the 80% foreign population helped changed that. Restaurants here do not have to proclaim that they are halal, people will still eat at those places. Local women are cover up in diffrent amoutn of cloth, but most of them seem to wear only a thin head scarf over their head. Its rare to see women to be fully covered in the burqa.
7. On the other hand, being covered up and just wearing a head scarf (not tudung) seems to be alright with me. Did I mentiont aht the people here look half Caucasian? Man, they have sharp features, nose bridges, and yet maintain that slightly Asian look. Couple with blue/ light hazelnut / green eyes, the people here look great! Guys look macho (partly due to their bigger, more European size) and the women look pretty.
8. In fact, I think its great that the we can only see the women's faces. Less emphasis on them having to dress provocatively just to look pretty. Many a times, I am just stunned by how beautiful some of the women here look, just by looking at their faces. Did I mention the eyes, they have the prettiest eyes over here, coupled with the asian look! OMG!! Eyes are like windows to the soul, and with eyes like those, its like I'm in Heaven!! (Yes, Im a sucker for the eyes, oh also smiles) Yes the Women here seems to have the right proportion of Eyes - nose and mouth width. Which makes them smiling even more appealing. And I dont even have to resort to looking at toher parts of their body (not that I do that, I have objectifying women, but I appreaciate mother nature's beauty ;-p)
Well, yes, those are some of the observations I made during my short stay there. Maybe if I had a longer stay I would be able to learn more abouit their country. Well, till the next time...
Boodyboy, out!!!
Be Be Your Love
HEard this song on "So you think you can dance"
Performed by Rachael Yamagata
Love the song and loved the dance that accompanied this song!
If I could take you away
Pretend I was queen
What would you say
Would you think I'm unreal
'Cause everybody's got their way I should feel
Everybody's talking how I, can't, can't be your love
But I want, want, want to be your love
Want to be your love, for real
Everybody's talking how I, can't, can't be your love
But I want, want, want to be your love
Want to be your love for real
Want to be your everything
Everything...
Everything's falling, and I am included in that
Oh, how I try to be just okay
Yeah, but all I ever really wanted
Was a little piece of you
And everybody's talking how I, can't, can't be your love
But I want, want, want to be your love
Want to be your love, for real
Everybody's talking how I, can't, can't be your love
But I want, want, want to be your love
Want to be your love for real
Everything will be alright
If you just stay the night
Please, sir, don't you walk away, don't you walk away, don't you walk away
Please, sir, don't you walk away, don't you walk away, don't you walk away
And everybody's talking how I, can't, can't be your love
But I want, want, want to be your love
Want to be your love, for real
Everybody's talking how I, can't, can't be your love
But I want, want, want to be your love
Want to be your love for real
And everybody's talking how I, can't, can't be your love
But I want, want, want to be your love
Want to be your love, for real
Everybody's talking how I, can't, can't be your love
But I want, want, want to be your love
Want to be your love for real
I want to be your love, love, love
Enjoy the song!
Boodyboy, out!!
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Songs that are really really catchy
These 4 songs which I feel like sharing today aren't really from my fave genres.
Heck, I find it weird i enjoy it so much. I'm guessing this type of music gets me pumped up when I'm doing my workouts =)
The 4 are:
Usher Feat Pitbull : DJ got us falling in love again
Far East Movement Feat The Cataracs & Dev : Like a G6
Duck Sauce : Barbra Streisand
Last and definitely not least, Flo Rida Feat David Guetta : CLub Can't Handle Me
Sorry as I wont be putting up lyrics to these 4 songs as it would make this a very very long post
;-p
Anyways, enjoy the music!
Boodyboy, out!!!
Heck, I find it weird i enjoy it so much. I'm guessing this type of music gets me pumped up when I'm doing my workouts =)
The 4 are:
Usher Feat Pitbull : DJ got us falling in love again
Far East Movement Feat The Cataracs & Dev : Like a G6
Duck Sauce : Barbra Streisand
Last and definitely not least, Flo Rida Feat David Guetta : CLub Can't Handle Me
Sorry as I wont be putting up lyrics to these 4 songs as it would make this a very very long post
;-p
Anyways, enjoy the music!
Boodyboy, out!!!
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Loneliness
lone·ly
[lohn-lee]
–adjective, -li·er, -li·est.
1. affected with, characterized by, or causing a depressing feeling of being alone; lonesome.
2. destitute of sympathetic or friendly companionship, intercourse, support, etc.: a lonely exile.
3. lone; solitary; without company; companionless.
4. remote from places of human habitation; desolate; unfrequented; bleak: a lonely road.
5. standing apart; isolated: a lonely tower.
**************Warning: Emo post**************
So thats the dictionary's definition of Loneliness.
Many a times we watch movies, and we see this guy, very popular, and every1 knows his name. Everywhere he goes ppl are shaking his hand, giving him a hug / hi five and stuff like that. Every1 wants to be as famous as him. Then the next scene we see him all alone, sad, without true friends that he really craves.
Next you have a guy who seems like the ordinary quiet guy. He goes to work, becomes the unassuming person. He goes about his business without much fanfare and does the same thing everyday. He knows a lot of people, but yet not many people knows his name. This guy also, in the end, goes home and spends his time alone, wishing he was the popular guy he sees on tv.
There are also people who seems to have tonnes of stuff to do everyday. He has many social circles. He seems to be up and about all the time; only going home to sleep on most nights. It seems that he has a huge circle of friends because he has so many activities lined up almost every week. Then you see this guy, somedays sitting alone, wondering why he doesnt have any clsoe friends he can confide in. All his friends are there for the happy times. When he out to have a fun time, he meets these people. When he's feeling down, there he is, just sitting down alone.
***********************
Loneliness exists in many ways to many people. Maybe except if the person enjoy being alone.
I think loneliness is something that surrounds you when you are unhappy or lost during a moment in your life. It is something that, regardless if u have 50 people around you or 0 person around you, the feeling is there. Loneliness is only missing when times are good. Without good times, we might fall into the trap of being lonely and helplessness. Hence our long term goals and objectives are the things that will keep us going in times of loneliness.
I have to admit, I fear loneliness. That is why I try my best to fill up my free time. Some people wonder if I'm crazy when I go for sports / workouts on consecutive days. Sometimes I go gym then play futsal in the same day after about an hour's rest. Why physically exert myself?
Cause I will at least become fitter, while avoiding this feeling. I burn calories and also, research has shown that working out does release hormones that makes us feel good. Plus, to workout at the gym, you don't have to find friends, you can just do it by yourself without the hassle of organising.
The restlessness I feel, is part of the frustration that I have nothing to do, and the fact that I am lonely. I hate loneliness, I despise it! It makes me feel helpless over my ownself and at the same time, there isn't any1 to turn to.
Anyways, here's Babyface, singing The Loneliness
[Verse 1]
Im sitting here
Thinking bout
How im gon-na do without
You around in my life and how am I
I gon' get by
I ain't got no days
Just lonely nights
You want the truth
Well girl im not alright
Feel out of place and out of time
I think im gonna lose my mind
[Chorus]
So tell me how you feel (im lonely)
Are you for real (so lonely)
Do you still think of me (i think of you)
Baby still (are you lonely)
Do you dream of me at night (like i dream of you all the time)
So let me tell you how it feels (its like everyday i die)
Wish i was dreaming but its real (when i open up my eyes)
Let me tell you how it feels (and don't see your pretty face)
I think that i will never love again
[Verse 2]
I miss your face
I miss your kiss
I even miss the arguments
That we would have from time to time
I miss you standing by my side
I'm dying here its clear to see
There ain't no you, God knows there ain't no me
Don't wanna live, I wanna die
If I cant have you in my life
[Chorus (repeat till end)]
So tell me how you feel (im lonely)
Are you for real (so lonely)
Do you still think of me (i think of you)
Baby still (are you lonely)
Do you dream of me at night (like i dream of you all the time, so lonely)
Oh let me tell you how it feels (its like everyday i die)
Wish i was dreaming but its real (when i open up my eyes)
Let me tell you how it feels (and don't see your pretty face)
I think that I will never love again
Boodyboy, out!!!
[lohn-lee]
–adjective, -li·er, -li·est.
1. affected with, characterized by, or causing a depressing feeling of being alone; lonesome.
2. destitute of sympathetic or friendly companionship, intercourse, support, etc.: a lonely exile.
3. lone; solitary; without company; companionless.
4. remote from places of human habitation; desolate; unfrequented; bleak: a lonely road.
5. standing apart; isolated: a lonely tower.
**************Warning: Emo post**************
So thats the dictionary's definition of Loneliness.
Many a times we watch movies, and we see this guy, very popular, and every1 knows his name. Everywhere he goes ppl are shaking his hand, giving him a hug / hi five and stuff like that. Every1 wants to be as famous as him. Then the next scene we see him all alone, sad, without true friends that he really craves.
Next you have a guy who seems like the ordinary quiet guy. He goes to work, becomes the unassuming person. He goes about his business without much fanfare and does the same thing everyday. He knows a lot of people, but yet not many people knows his name. This guy also, in the end, goes home and spends his time alone, wishing he was the popular guy he sees on tv.
There are also people who seems to have tonnes of stuff to do everyday. He has many social circles. He seems to be up and about all the time; only going home to sleep on most nights. It seems that he has a huge circle of friends because he has so many activities lined up almost every week. Then you see this guy, somedays sitting alone, wondering why he doesnt have any clsoe friends he can confide in. All his friends are there for the happy times. When he out to have a fun time, he meets these people. When he's feeling down, there he is, just sitting down alone.
***********************
Loneliness exists in many ways to many people. Maybe except if the person enjoy being alone.
I think loneliness is something that surrounds you when you are unhappy or lost during a moment in your life. It is something that, regardless if u have 50 people around you or 0 person around you, the feeling is there. Loneliness is only missing when times are good. Without good times, we might fall into the trap of being lonely and helplessness. Hence our long term goals and objectives are the things that will keep us going in times of loneliness.
I have to admit, I fear loneliness. That is why I try my best to fill up my free time. Some people wonder if I'm crazy when I go for sports / workouts on consecutive days. Sometimes I go gym then play futsal in the same day after about an hour's rest. Why physically exert myself?
Cause I will at least become fitter, while avoiding this feeling. I burn calories and also, research has shown that working out does release hormones that makes us feel good. Plus, to workout at the gym, you don't have to find friends, you can just do it by yourself without the hassle of organising.
The restlessness I feel, is part of the frustration that I have nothing to do, and the fact that I am lonely. I hate loneliness, I despise it! It makes me feel helpless over my ownself and at the same time, there isn't any1 to turn to.
Anyways, here's Babyface, singing The Loneliness
[Verse 1]
Im sitting here
Thinking bout
How im gon-na do without
You around in my life and how am I
I gon' get by
I ain't got no days
Just lonely nights
You want the truth
Well girl im not alright
Feel out of place and out of time
I think im gonna lose my mind
[Chorus]
So tell me how you feel (im lonely)
Are you for real (so lonely)
Do you still think of me (i think of you)
Baby still (are you lonely)
Do you dream of me at night (like i dream of you all the time)
So let me tell you how it feels (its like everyday i die)
Wish i was dreaming but its real (when i open up my eyes)
Let me tell you how it feels (and don't see your pretty face)
I think that i will never love again
[Verse 2]
I miss your face
I miss your kiss
I even miss the arguments
That we would have from time to time
I miss you standing by my side
I'm dying here its clear to see
There ain't no you, God knows there ain't no me
Don't wanna live, I wanna die
If I cant have you in my life
[Chorus (repeat till end)]
So tell me how you feel (im lonely)
Are you for real (so lonely)
Do you still think of me (i think of you)
Baby still (are you lonely)
Do you dream of me at night (like i dream of you all the time, so lonely)
Oh let me tell you how it feels (its like everyday i die)
Wish i was dreaming but its real (when i open up my eyes)
Let me tell you how it feels (and don't see your pretty face)
I think that I will never love again
Boodyboy, out!!!
Monday, November 15, 2010
Vibram Five Fingers!
I know... weird looking footwear right?
How can it be called fingers when it's meant for your feet?
Hehehe. Well this is like the latest trend in athletic footwear. It seems there are now lots of reasearch into the benefits of working out barefoot. But bacuse the ground maybe filled with dirt, bacteira and stuff that can injure you (i.e. glass, nails and etc) this is as close to barefoot exercise as you can get.
The brand of this footwear is called Vibram Five Fingers and they have many models. All of them look almost the same with minor differences for different activities.
I currently love the Five Fingers KSO Treksport, which is slightly different from the one seen above due to its thicker base. I'd love to go on a holiday just wearing these, and feel the texture of the grounds i walk upon! =)
I foresee that this is a trend thats catching in Malaysia as I've spotted them in gyms and more recently in the Mizuno Wave run last month.
Now if only we can find them in Malaysia. Even the stores in Singapore doesnt carry the full range of their product line-up. Damn, now I'm sold on these!
If any1 knows where to find them in Malaysia, do tell me.
Boodyboy, out!!!
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Some really good fiction by Paulo Coelho
I received this beautiful excerpt from a friend who is working in Singapore.
Fiction, is something that I have not read in a very very long time (since the days of Hardy Boys, Enid Blyton, Stephen King et al). Well since secondary school.
This excerpt I received is taken from the best seller 'Eleven Minutes' and its taken from the diary of the girl in the story, Maria. Great stuff written by Paulo Coelho. Please read the below for the beautiful story...
From Maria’s diary:
Once upon a time, there was a bird. He was adorned with two perfect wings and with glossy, colorful, marvelous feathers.
One day, a woman saw this bird and fell in love with him.
She invited the bird to fly with her, and the two travelled across the sky in perfect harmony. She admired and venerated and celebrated that bird.
But then she thought: He might want to visit far-off mountains!
And she was afraid, afraid that she would never feel the same way about any other bird.
And she thought: “I’m going to set a trap. The next time the bird appears, he will never leave again.”
The bird, who was also in love, returned the following day, fell into the trap and was put in a cage.
She looked at the bird every day. There he was, the object of her passion, and she showed him to her friends, who said: “Now you have everything you could possibly want.”
However, a strange transformation began to take place: now that she had the bird and no longer needed to woo him, she began to lose interest.
The bird, unable to fly and express the true meaning of his life, began to waste away and his feathers to lose their gloss; he grew ugly; and the woman no longer paid him any attention, except by feeding him and cleaning out his cage.
One day, the bird died. The woman felt terribly sad and spent all her time thinking about him. But she did not remember the cage, she thought only of the day when she had seen him for the first time, flying contentedly amongst the clouds.
If she had looked more deeply into herself, she would have realized that what had thrilled her about the bird was his freedom, the energy of his wings in motion, not his physical body.
Without the bird, her life too lost all meaning, and Death came knocking at her door.
“Why have you come?” she asked Death.
“So that you can fly once more with him across the sky,” Death replied.
“If you had allowed him to come and go, you would have loved and admired him ever more; alas, you now need me in order to find him again.”
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Really beautiful, it's the first time I actually became emotional just from reading fiction!
Wow!
It was a good 5 minutes spent reading and re-reading this. A lesson in life which we could all learn from.
Boodyboy, out!!!
Fiction, is something that I have not read in a very very long time (since the days of Hardy Boys, Enid Blyton, Stephen King et al). Well since secondary school.
This excerpt I received is taken from the best seller 'Eleven Minutes' and its taken from the diary of the girl in the story, Maria. Great stuff written by Paulo Coelho. Please read the below for the beautiful story...
From Maria’s diary:
Once upon a time, there was a bird. He was adorned with two perfect wings and with glossy, colorful, marvelous feathers.
One day, a woman saw this bird and fell in love with him.
She invited the bird to fly with her, and the two travelled across the sky in perfect harmony. She admired and venerated and celebrated that bird.
But then she thought: He might want to visit far-off mountains!
And she was afraid, afraid that she would never feel the same way about any other bird.
And she thought: “I’m going to set a trap. The next time the bird appears, he will never leave again.”
The bird, who was also in love, returned the following day, fell into the trap and was put in a cage.
She looked at the bird every day. There he was, the object of her passion, and she showed him to her friends, who said: “Now you have everything you could possibly want.”
However, a strange transformation began to take place: now that she had the bird and no longer needed to woo him, she began to lose interest.
The bird, unable to fly and express the true meaning of his life, began to waste away and his feathers to lose their gloss; he grew ugly; and the woman no longer paid him any attention, except by feeding him and cleaning out his cage.
One day, the bird died. The woman felt terribly sad and spent all her time thinking about him. But she did not remember the cage, she thought only of the day when she had seen him for the first time, flying contentedly amongst the clouds.
If she had looked more deeply into herself, she would have realized that what had thrilled her about the bird was his freedom, the energy of his wings in motion, not his physical body.
Without the bird, her life too lost all meaning, and Death came knocking at her door.
“Why have you come?” she asked Death.
“So that you can fly once more with him across the sky,” Death replied.
“If you had allowed him to come and go, you would have loved and admired him ever more; alas, you now need me in order to find him again.”
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Really beautiful, it's the first time I actually became emotional just from reading fiction!
Wow!
It was a good 5 minutes spent reading and re-reading this. A lesson in life which we could all learn from.
Boodyboy, out!!!
Friday, November 5, 2010
Stuck Like Glue
This latest song has been stuck in my mind like well, glue.
It a really catchy tune that u cant help but snap your fingers and bop your head to it :-)
Performed by the Country duo of Sugarland, I bring you, Stuck Like Glue!!!
Mmmm better...mmm better...
Absolutely no one that knows me better
No one that can make me feel sooo goooood
How did we stay so long together?
When everybody, everybody said we never would
And just when I, I start to think they're right
That love has died...
[Chorus]
There you go making my heart beat again,
Heart beat again,
Heart beat again
There you go making me feel like a kid
Won't you do it and do it one time?
There you go pulling me right back in,
Right back in,
Right back in
And I know-oo I'm never letting this go-ooo
I'm stuck on you
Whutooo whutooo
Stuck like glue
You and me baby we're stuck like glue
Whutooo whutooo
Stuck like glue
You and me baby we're stuck like glue
Some days I don't feel like trying
Some days you know I wanna just give up
When it doesn't matter who's right, fight about it all night
Had enough
You give me that look
"I'm sorry baby let's make up"
You do that thing that makes me laugh
And just like that...
[Chorus]
There you go making my heart beat again,
Heart beat again,
Heart beat again
There you go making me feel like a kid
Won't you do it and do it one time
There you go pulling me right back in,
Right back in,
Right back in
And I know-oo I'm never letting this go-ooo
I'm stuck on you
Whutooo whutooo
Stuck like glue
You and me baby we're stuck like glue
Whutooo whutooo
Stuck like glue
You and me baby were stuck like glue
Whutooo Whutoo
You almost stay out, too stuck together from the ATL
Whutooo Whutoo
Feeling kinda sick?
Just a spoon full of sugar make it better real quick
I say
Whutooo Whutoo
Whatcha gonna do with that?
Whutooo Whutoo
Come on over here with that
Sugar sticky sweet stuff
Come on give me that stuff
Everybody wants some
Melodies that get stuck
Up in your head
Whutooo whutooo
Up in your head
Whutooo whutooo
Up in your head
Whutooo whutooo
Up in your head
Whutooo whutooo
Whuthoo whutooo
Stuck like glue
You and me together, say, it's all I wanna do
I said
[Chorus]
There you go making my heart beat again,
Heart beat again,
Heart beat again
There you go making me feel like a kid
Won't you do it and do it one time
There you go pulling me right back in,
Right back in,
Right back in
And I know-oo I'm never letting this go-ooo
There you go making my heart beat again,
Heart beat again,
Heart beat again
There you go making me feel like a kid
Won't you do it and do it one time
There you go pulling me right back in,
Right back in,
Right back in
And I know-oo I'm never letting this go-ooo
I'm stuck on you
Whutooo whutooo
Stuck like glue
You and me baby we're stuck like glue
Whutooo whutooo
Stuck like glue
You and me baby were stuck like glue
Whutooo whutooo
Stuck like glue
You and me baby we're stuck like glue
Boodyboy, out!!!
It a really catchy tune that u cant help but snap your fingers and bop your head to it :-)
Performed by the Country duo of Sugarland, I bring you, Stuck Like Glue!!!
Mmmm better...mmm better...
Absolutely no one that knows me better
No one that can make me feel sooo goooood
How did we stay so long together?
When everybody, everybody said we never would
And just when I, I start to think they're right
That love has died...
[Chorus]
There you go making my heart beat again,
Heart beat again,
Heart beat again
There you go making me feel like a kid
Won't you do it and do it one time?
There you go pulling me right back in,
Right back in,
Right back in
And I know-oo I'm never letting this go-ooo
I'm stuck on you
Whutooo whutooo
Stuck like glue
You and me baby we're stuck like glue
Whutooo whutooo
Stuck like glue
You and me baby we're stuck like glue
Some days I don't feel like trying
Some days you know I wanna just give up
When it doesn't matter who's right, fight about it all night
Had enough
You give me that look
"I'm sorry baby let's make up"
You do that thing that makes me laugh
And just like that...
[Chorus]
There you go making my heart beat again,
Heart beat again,
Heart beat again
There you go making me feel like a kid
Won't you do it and do it one time
There you go pulling me right back in,
Right back in,
Right back in
And I know-oo I'm never letting this go-ooo
I'm stuck on you
Whutooo whutooo
Stuck like glue
You and me baby we're stuck like glue
Whutooo whutooo
Stuck like glue
You and me baby were stuck like glue
Whutooo Whutoo
You almost stay out, too stuck together from the ATL
Whutooo Whutoo
Feeling kinda sick?
Just a spoon full of sugar make it better real quick
I say
Whutooo Whutoo
Whatcha gonna do with that?
Whutooo Whutoo
Come on over here with that
Sugar sticky sweet stuff
Come on give me that stuff
Everybody wants some
Melodies that get stuck
Up in your head
Whutooo whutooo
Up in your head
Whutooo whutooo
Up in your head
Whutooo whutooo
Up in your head
Whutooo whutooo
Whuthoo whutooo
Stuck like glue
You and me together, say, it's all I wanna do
I said
[Chorus]
There you go making my heart beat again,
Heart beat again,
Heart beat again
There you go making me feel like a kid
Won't you do it and do it one time
There you go pulling me right back in,
Right back in,
Right back in
And I know-oo I'm never letting this go-ooo
There you go making my heart beat again,
Heart beat again,
Heart beat again
There you go making me feel like a kid
Won't you do it and do it one time
There you go pulling me right back in,
Right back in,
Right back in
And I know-oo I'm never letting this go-ooo
I'm stuck on you
Whutooo whutooo
Stuck like glue
You and me baby we're stuck like glue
Whutooo whutooo
Stuck like glue
You and me baby were stuck like glue
Whutooo whutooo
Stuck like glue
You and me baby we're stuck like glue
Boodyboy, out!!!
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Live High
I dont know if I posted this up before, but damn I love this song!!
Its Jason mraz telling me to live high, and live righteously.
I'm inspired to do the things I want in the right manner.
I shall not be afraid of the consequences of my actions if I conduct myself in the best manner. So what if what I want doesnt turn out right? I lived my life the best I can, and I should not have any regrets.
Watch the video below of Jason Mraz perform on the streets of Paris! OMG, so fu**ing cool! I wanna see him live!!!
I try to picture the girl
Through a looking glass
And see her as a carbon atom
See her eyes and stare back at them
See that girl
As her own new world
Though a home is on the surface, she is still a universe
Glory God, oh God is peeking through the blinds
Are we all here standing naked
Taking guesses at the actual date and time
Oh my, justifying reasons why
Is an absolutely insane resolution to live by
Live high
Live mighty
Live righteously
Takin' it easy
Live high
Live mighty
Live righteously
And try to picture the man
To always have an open hand
And see him as a giving tree
See him as matter
Matter fact he's not a beast
No not the devil either
Always a good deed doer
And it's laughter that we're making after all
The call of the wild is still an ordination why
And the order of the primates
All our politics are too late
Oh my, the congregation in my mind
Is this assembly singing of gratitude
Practicing their lovin for you
Live high
Live mighty
Live righteously
Takin' it easy
Live high
Live mighty
Live righteously
And singing out
And just take it easy
And celebrate the malleable reality
You see nothing is ever as it seems
Yeah this life is but a dream
Live High always guys and Girls!!
Just dont get high (on drugs ;-p)
Boodyboy, out!!!
Saturday, October 30, 2010
Speak Now
This is the latest single from her latest album, launched last week in the US.
its called Speak Now, same as the album title.
Love how catchy this song is! Its stuck in my head for the past few days, heheheh
I am not the kind of girl,
Who should be rudely bargin' in on a white veil
occasion,
But you are not the kind of boy,
Who should be marryin' the wrong girl,
I sneak in and see your friends,
And her snotty little family, all dressed in pastel,
And she is yelling at a bridesmaid,
Somewhere back inside a room,
Wearing a gown shaped like a pastry,
This is surely not what you thought it would be,
I loose myself in a daydream,
Where I stand and say:
"Don't say yes, run away now,
I'll meet you when you're out,
Of the church at the back door,
Don't wait or say a single vow,
You need to hear me out,"
And they said, "Speak now,"
Fun gestures are exchanged,
And the organ starts to play
A song that sounds like a death march,
And I am hiding in the curtains,
It seems I was uninvited by your lovely bride-to-be,
She floats down the isle like a pageant queen,
But I know you wish it was me,
You wish it was me, don't you?
Don't say yes, run away now,
I'll meet you when you're out,
Of the church at the back door,
Don't wait or say a single vow,
You need to hear me out,
And they said, "Speak now,"
Don't say yes, run away now,
I'll meet you when you're out,
Of the church at the back door,
Don't wait or say a single vow,
Your time is running out,
And they said, "Speak now,"
I hear the preacher say,
"Speak now or forever hold your peace,"
There's a silence, there's my last chance,
I stand up with shaking hands,
All eyes on me,
Horrified looks from everyone in the room,
But I'm only lookin' at you,
I am not the kind of girl,
Who should be rudely bargin' in on a white veil
occasion,
But you are not the kind of boy,
Who should be marryin' the wrong girl,
Don't say yes, run away now,
I'll meet you when you're out,
Of the church at the back door,
Don't wait or say a single vow,
You need to hear me out,
And they said, "Speak now,"
And you say,
"Let's run away now,
I'll meet you when I'm out of my tux at the back door,
Baby, I didn't say my vows,
So glad you were around when they said, "Speak now,"
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Damn I wish there were of more the girls that would be as daring as those written in her songs (i.e. this song, you belong with me, teardrops on my guitar love story and etc) !!!
Hehehe, girls like that would be very gutsy, i reckon. How can a guy not find a girl hot when she knows what she wants and is willing to get it?
;-p
Boodyboy, out!!!
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Movie Review - Takers
Got the invite to watch the Preview of Takers.
Takers is a movie about a group of very well drilled thieves who has managed to pull off the perfect heist everytime. But their latest heist, is anything but smooth.
It stars Matt Dillon, Paul Walker, rapper T.I., Hayden Christensen and also woman beater, Chris Brown. My friend was kinda still having some form of hatred towards Chris Brown. She had hoped that Chris Brown's character dies a horrible death in this movie, LOL!!
I wont reveal what happened, so you can still go and catch this film.
The movie was paced fairly well, didnt bore me at all. But then, the movie didnt really blow me away. You kinda know the twist and turns in the movie lah if u've watched numerous robbery movies.
Worth a watch!
My rating: 7/10
Boodyboy, out!!!
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
A shocking discovery, such injustice!
The other day, I was just having drinks with a few friends and complaining about life in this country when we came to the topic of who to marry. Well, me being the smart aleck, said that we should all marry Orang Asli (of any native tribes) or a Malay so that all our children will achieve Bumiputra status. In the end, all Malaysians will be Bumis and there will not be a thing called special privileges anymore, hehehe!!
My preference would be East Malaysian Natives as the girls all look pretty hot, especially those of mix marriages (;-D). Secondly almost all of them are Christians, hence the need to convert to Islam is non-existent. How cool is that? Your children can eat pork and still buy houses at a discount!!! Most Peninsular Malaysian natives are muslims, hence the less attractive they are to me.
Well anyways, I was reading thru the news and I came across this article in Malaysiakini. Now I realise that Peninsular Orang Asli do not have bumiputera status!! Read the article below:
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http://www.malaysiakini.com/news/126895
Orang Asli not bumiputera, say experts
Aidila Razak Mar 18, 10 4:18pm
It is a little known fact but the Orang Asli are not included in the
'bumiputera' category under the federal constitution, according to experts
consulted by Malaysiakini.
However a statement by Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Nazri
Abdul Aziz in Parliament yesterday suggests otherwise.
Answering a question on the need to clarify the 'bumiputera' status, Nazri
said the definition includes the Malays, the natives of Sabah and Sarawak
and the Orang Asli
Indigenous rights activist Suhaimi Saad said that Article 153 of the federal
constitution reads that the term bumiputera only refers to the 'Malays and
the natives of Sabah and Sarawak'.
The inclusion of the Orang Asli under the 'bumiputera' category will mean
more privileges for the marginalised community, he said.
However, he added, these special privileges will mean nothing if the Orang
Asli are still forced to live in deplorable conditions.
"I know of Orang Asli villagers in Pahang who live on RM10 a month while
others live at rubbish dumps and source food from the trash.
"They live without water or electricity supply and rely on swamps for
drinking and bathing water. So what good are these privileges?" said
Suhaimi - who is also PKR Pahang Orang Asal Affairs chairperson - when
contacted.
Privileges only for select few
According to Suhaimi, who has worked with the community for decades, the
rights of the Orang Asli are actually protected by the Aboriginal People's
Act 1954 but even this has been disregarded.
"The Orang Asli have their own Act but these are all just verbal policies,"
he said.
Nazri's statement also puzzled Pakatan Rakyat coalition advisor Zaid Ibrahim
(right) who pointed out that the minister's ignorance exemplifies the Orang
Asli's plight.
"I have referred to Articles 153 and 161 of the federal constitution [...]
the Orang Asli are not awarded privileges the same as the 'bumiputera'.
"This is the Orang Asli's lot in this country. The minister does not even
know their status, so how can they receive the support required? Only
selected 'migrants' [...] receive privileges," he said.
Commenting on Rural Development Minister Shafie Afdal's statement yesterday,
describing the protest as a 'sightseeing trip', Suhaimi said the government
is now 'becoming cleverer'.
"They are now clever in trying to neutralise the situation. They give free
food and try to make it into a festival but yesterday (was not a sightseeing
trip but) a demonstration," he said.
Orang Asli fought for 50 years
He added the Orang Asli fight was not new and has been going on for 50 years
but there was little to show for it.
"This country should belong to the Orang Asli. But the majority of them live
in situations akin to how Malay villagers used to live in the
pre-independence era," he said.
If the government is serious about assisting the community, he added, they
should look into developing comprehensive programmes to bring down the
economic barriers surrounding them.
"They should develop programmes like Felda. Give the Orang Asli 10 acres of
agricultural land each and another half acre to live on and help them out of
their economic difficulties instead of handing over a pittance," said
Suhaimi.
This will be among the topics discussed at PKR's Orang Asal Convention
scheduled to take place in Pahang this May with the outcome to be used in
formulating Pakatan's policies, he added.
The convention is expected to attract 800 representatives of the Orang Asli
community as well as representatives of the indigenous people in East
Malaysia.
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All these while I thought that all Orang Asli are bumiputeras. I mean Bumiputera literally means, Sons of the Soil. How can the Malays be Bumiputeras? Even they migrated from the Javanese islands. Our Natives were here first and they arent getting the same benefits as the Malays? And we have Iniand Malays, chinese malays, filipino malays, indonesian malays coming over to malay and they have these benefits. No wonder our Orang Asli are still poor!!
And what is the govt doing to help these poor unfortunate people? The are keeping this matter quiet! I mean, if you want affirmative action policies to work, then it must help the poor bumis, and poor bumis shoudl in clude the orang Aslo, irregardless of whether they are from Peninsular or East Malaysia!!!
Sheesh....
Boodyboy, out!!!
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Movie Review - Legend of the Guardians : The Owls of Ga'Hoole
Caught this movie over the weekend, kinda late considering its gonna be off the screens by this week.
It is based on a best seller children's book. I didnt get to watch the 3D version, but I can tell that this movie is made for 3D. The graphics are amazing and you can see every feather of the owls in detail.
One gripe though, during the fighting scenes, I cant tell which owl is which, hehehe soemthing like in Transformers.
Story was well laid out, and yeah voice acting pretty decent as well. Good triumphs over bad as usual, just that this movie is in the owl world. For those who think that its bullshit that owls can wear helmets to war, dont bother. Watch it with an open mind and you might be surprised
=)
Rating: 6.5 / 10
Boodyboy, out!!!
Monday, October 18, 2010
Chuck Norris Facts
Well, its not really facts, but its an internet phenomenon. For years now, various people have made Chuck Norris jokes. Most of them are one liners, others, well, not 1 liners lah!
Let me share to you what wikipedia wrote about it.
Chuck Norris facts are satirical factoids about martial artist and actor Chuck Norris that have become an Internet phenomenon and as a result have become widespread in popular culture. The facts are normally absurd hyperbolic claims about Norris's toughness, attitude, virility, sophistication, and masculinity.
The facts typically claim that Norris is a tough, all-powerful super-being. Chuck Norris facts have spread around the world, leading not only to translated versions, but also spawning localized versions mentioning country-specific advertisements and other Internet phenomena. Allusions are also sometimes made to his use of roundhouse kicks to perform seemingly any task, his large amount of body hair with specific regard to his beard, and his role in the action television series Walker, Texas Ranger.
Chuck Norris Facts originally started appearing on the Internet in early 2005. Conan O'Brien's Chuck Norris jokes on Late Night with Conan O'Brien (which generally center on Walker, Texas Ranger) have been seen as an inspiration for the fad. Chuck Norris Facts followed facts based on actors Vin Diesel, Mr. T, and Bob Saget. The exaggerated style of these facts is similar to a recurring Saturday Night Live sketch called "Bill Brasky".
Due to the popularity of this phenomenon, similar jokes have been created for various other celebrities, as well as fictional characters.
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That being said, let me share with you my favourite Chuck Norris Facts (Drum rolls please....)
Some are jsut downright ridiculous, but thats what makes it funny.
* Chuck Norris does not wear a condom. Because there is no such thing as protection from Chuck Norris.
* Some people wear Superman pajamas. Superman wears Chuck Norris pajamas.
* Chuck Norris will never have a heart attack. His heart isn't nearly foolish enough to attack him.
* When the boogeyman goes to sleep, he checks his closet for Chuck Norris.
* They once made a Chuck Norris toilet paper, but it wouldn't take shit from anybody.
* Chuck Norris doesn't breathe, he holds air hostage.
* Chuck Norris can slam a revolving door.
* Chuck Norris can smell sound and hear touch
* Chuck Norris counted to infinity - twice.
* Chuck Norris doesn't mow his lawn, he dares his grass to grow
* Some magicans can walk on water, Chuck Norris can swim through land.
* Chuck Norris does'nt turn on the lights, he turns off the dark.
* Chuck Norris died 20 years ago, Death just hasn't built up the courage to tell him yet.
* Chuck Norris can do a wheelie on a unicycle
* Chuck Norris runs until the treadmill gets tired
* Chuck Norris is the only man to punch a cyclops between the eyes
* Chuck Norris never needs a flash light, he just stares into the darkness and it moves out of the way.
* Death once had a near-Chuck Norris experience
* Chuck Norris once kicked a horse in the chin. Its decendants are known today as Giraffes.
* Chuck Norris and Superman once fought each other on a bet. The loser had to start wearing his underwear on the outside of his pants
* Some people wear Superman pajamas. Superman wears Chuck Norris pajamas
* Chuck Norris doesn’t wear a watch. HE decides what time it is.
* Gravity is Space's way of trying to keep Chuck Norris away from it
* There is no theory of evolution. Just a list of animals Chuck Norris allows to live
* When Chuck Norris does a pushup, he isn't lifting himself up, he's pushing the Earth down.
* Chuck Norris once got bit by a rattle snake........ After three days of pain and agony ..................the rattle snake died
* Chuck Norris destroyed the periodic table, because Chuck Norris only recognizes the element of surprise.
* Chuck Norris can divide by zero
* Chuck Norris is currently suing NBC, claiming Law and Order are trademarked names for his left and right legs
* Chuck Norris' hand is the only hand that can beat a Royal Flush
* Chuck Norris' tears can cure cancer. Unfortunately, Chuck Norris does not cry.
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Boodyboy, out!!!
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Movie Review - Eat Pray Love
This movie is based on the best seller "chick-lit" book a few years back by Elizabeth Gilbert.
Its a story of a woman who decides to take a year off to "find herself".
She takes off to Italy, then India and finally ends up in Bali.
Julia Roberts, to me, is believable as the main lead of the movie. I really hated her character at the beginning of the movie, of how she just gave up. But of course, this movie is all about her. Its from her point of view and how we should sympathise with her sad life.
I didn't really like the ending as well. It seemed all too easy. For her to not move to the next level with her boyfriend, and then leave him hanging, and then to wanting him back, its just a bit unbelievavle. How selfish of her, to just decide to want him back. But since this is after all chick-lit, the guy, like a sad puppy is more than happy when she wants him back to move up to the next level of their relationship.
Selfish her!
But then again, there was good flow throughout the film and I think its quite faultless. i just have an issue with the storyline and the selfish main character. Oh well...
My rating : 6.5 / 10 (the extra half a mark was for Julia's portrayal)
=)
Boodyboy, out!!
Movie Review - Wall Street : Money Never Sleeps
Finally caught this movie last weekend (it's been a tough time trying to find a friend interested enough to watch this film).
I have not caught the earlier Wall Street movie, which opened about 20 years ago. This movie is a continuation of Gordon Gekko's (Michael Douglas) life after coming out of prison. SHia LeBeouf plays his future con-in-law in this movie.
No spoilers here, but I really enjoyed watching scenes of grown men arguing in a meeting room over banking policies! That was so intense!!! (yes, i'm kinda finance-geeky when watching this movie). It kinda reminds of the kind of banking career I wanted to be in when I graduated many years ago. Oh well, life has brought me to other horizons...
Overall, I really liked the movie and I wouldn't catching it again for a second time. Would have loved to catch this movie with my friend in Hong Kong, as he is in the Banking industry over there.
My rating : 7.5 /10
Boodyboy, out!!!
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
My Portfolio on Stockquest
I just recently joined this online stock trading game called Stockquest.
It follows actual movement in our Bursa Malaysia stock market.
And so far, I've played the game exactly the same way I would if I had RM 100,000 portfolio.
I'm always the conservative invertor who invests based on value and future prospects rather than speculating. Hence I do not think that I will win the competition but I'd love to be able to achieve 15% returns when the game finishes.
The below picture shows my share holdings for the 1st 2 weeks. Of course the returns dont really look appetising, but if I find it hard to search for value stock is our current market at 1480 points. Every stock seems to be at their high and there is a higher chance of a downside than upside
Of course, now I'm making about 1% returns but I'm looking at the long term prospects of these companies. As you can see, I'm overweight on construction and property sectors, and thats partly because of government's recent ETP announcement.
Our budget 2011 will also be announced this Friday afternoon and I think the key focus could be the implementation of more construction projects. And these are the companies which I think would be beneficiaries.
You can still join the contest as there is no closing date (the link is above). Even if you dont think can win, just try out playing the stock market for free! This is the 1st time I'm trading stocks and it makes good experience so i can be a bit more knowledgeable when I do decide to dip my feet into the stock market.
Boodyboy, out!!!
Monday, October 11, 2010
What Men Notice When You're Naked
What do we men notice? Hmm....
Let me recap an article I read online @ MSN Lifestyle.
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What do men notice when a woman is naked? Everything they see and think and love about your body, according to Jake.
Let's not pretend: The act of being naked with another person is a little weird. It's one of those things, like eating eggs or flying in an airplane, that will completely wig you out if you ponder it too deeply. You're trusting someone enough to bare it all in front of them and then hoping they don't harshly judge your (freckled, dimpled, what-have-you) business.
Even under this scrutiny, though, we men rarely try anything more excessive than sucking in our gut when we disrobe, no matter how anxious we're feeling. I've learned that you ladies, on the other hand, sometimes put on these elaborate shows to keep our eyes from resting on certain parts of your birthday suit. Take, for instance, these true past-life encounters of mine:
• One ex lived in such terror that her (remarkably perky) breasts would succumb to gravity that she always slept in a bra.
• A woman I'll call Joanna had sex only if the room was pitch-black because she was so nervous about her (incredible) body.
• Another was so convinced that her feet were grotesque that if I so much as brushed against them in the bedroom, she was instantly out of the mood. (She eventually took to wearing socks — socks! — when we had sex.)
It might appear that my dating pool is composed entirely of looney tune types who butter their toast with engine grease and sing to inanimate objects. Yet that isn't true at all; these are women who, during daylight, walk down the street with confidence and, I'd hazard to guess, are a lot like you. But, it turns out, normal women still feel a little funky about their bodies.
Here's the thing, though: Being naked with someone is a pact, a sacred oath. The two of you are agreeing to step outside of your inhibitions and insecurities for a while and simply be. Putting caveats on that pact, with no-fly zones he's not allowed to touch or look at, breaks the charm. If we can't leave our inhibitions behind in private, where can we leave them?
That's why every guy I know agrees that the hottest woman is the one who just lets go. "Girls aren't unforgettable because they have 'perfect' bodies," says my friend Dave. "They're unforgettable because they trusted me — and loved themselves — enough to be totally open."
I couldn't agree more. I hit the jackpot with my girlfriend, AKA Strawberry, who has zero hang-ups about nudity. In fact, she'd probably prefer to be naked around-the-clock. She doesn't dress up in fancy, frilly lingerie, and honestly, what would be the point, since both of us want it off as soon as possible? We share the belief that sex is an escape from everything stressful about everyday life, not a place to bring everyday life in.
So the next time it gets to the point where clothes are being shed, remember that we won't be scrutinizing you. What will we be doing (aside from saying "hallelujah!")? Noticing your beauty, your abandon, your attitude, your little quirks, your you-ness. And hoping we won't have to wait too long to see it all again.
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I guess men (not sure whether its in general or just me), would love the feeling that the woman is really letting herself go; open up; feel vulnerable with the man she loves. I mean even a guy would love to open up himself to a woman and to share his life with her. Just remember, we men are just as insecure about our bodies as you do, especially when were naked. Dont feel shy, just let go and be yourself and both man and woman will feel at ease.
And yes, I totally agree with the 2nd last sentence, hence I underlined it. You just being yourself, it just about the best thing a guy could want.
=)
Boodyboy, out!!
Let me recap an article I read online @ MSN Lifestyle.
**************
What do men notice when a woman is naked? Everything they see and think and love about your body, according to Jake.
Let's not pretend: The act of being naked with another person is a little weird. It's one of those things, like eating eggs or flying in an airplane, that will completely wig you out if you ponder it too deeply. You're trusting someone enough to bare it all in front of them and then hoping they don't harshly judge your (freckled, dimpled, what-have-you) business.
Even under this scrutiny, though, we men rarely try anything more excessive than sucking in our gut when we disrobe, no matter how anxious we're feeling. I've learned that you ladies, on the other hand, sometimes put on these elaborate shows to keep our eyes from resting on certain parts of your birthday suit. Take, for instance, these true past-life encounters of mine:
• One ex lived in such terror that her (remarkably perky) breasts would succumb to gravity that she always slept in a bra.
• A woman I'll call Joanna had sex only if the room was pitch-black because she was so nervous about her (incredible) body.
• Another was so convinced that her feet were grotesque that if I so much as brushed against them in the bedroom, she was instantly out of the mood. (She eventually took to wearing socks — socks! — when we had sex.)
It might appear that my dating pool is composed entirely of looney tune types who butter their toast with engine grease and sing to inanimate objects. Yet that isn't true at all; these are women who, during daylight, walk down the street with confidence and, I'd hazard to guess, are a lot like you. But, it turns out, normal women still feel a little funky about their bodies.
Here's the thing, though: Being naked with someone is a pact, a sacred oath. The two of you are agreeing to step outside of your inhibitions and insecurities for a while and simply be. Putting caveats on that pact, with no-fly zones he's not allowed to touch or look at, breaks the charm. If we can't leave our inhibitions behind in private, where can we leave them?
That's why every guy I know agrees that the hottest woman is the one who just lets go. "Girls aren't unforgettable because they have 'perfect' bodies," says my friend Dave. "They're unforgettable because they trusted me — and loved themselves — enough to be totally open."
I couldn't agree more. I hit the jackpot with my girlfriend, AKA Strawberry, who has zero hang-ups about nudity. In fact, she'd probably prefer to be naked around-the-clock. She doesn't dress up in fancy, frilly lingerie, and honestly, what would be the point, since both of us want it off as soon as possible? We share the belief that sex is an escape from everything stressful about everyday life, not a place to bring everyday life in.
So the next time it gets to the point where clothes are being shed, remember that we won't be scrutinizing you. What will we be doing (aside from saying "hallelujah!")? Noticing your beauty, your abandon, your attitude, your little quirks, your you-ness. And hoping we won't have to wait too long to see it all again.
**************************
I guess men (not sure whether its in general or just me), would love the feeling that the woman is really letting herself go; open up; feel vulnerable with the man she loves. I mean even a guy would love to open up himself to a woman and to share his life with her. Just remember, we men are just as insecure about our bodies as you do, especially when were naked. Dont feel shy, just let go and be yourself and both man and woman will feel at ease.
And yes, I totally agree with the 2nd last sentence, hence I underlined it. You just being yourself, it just about the best thing a guy could want.
=)
Boodyboy, out!!
Police and your rights!
I think over the past few years, there has been a lot of hoo-ha over what the police can or cannot do and what our rights are. And so far, I've not found out exactly what are our rights when we are pulled-over or confronted by a police.
However, after doing some surfing I found this book written by the Malaysian Legal Aid Centre (an arm of the Bar Council). And since almost every1 doesnt have a hard copy of the book, I've found the online version. Do read the below, it might be a tad long, but hey, its your rights and you deserve to know! Thanks to ravinsingh.com for this version.
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1. POLICE STOP YOU
1.1 Not in uniform, ask for identification
Say: "Please, show me your Police authority card".
1.2 Police authority card
Red : Suspended Police Officer. He has no authority to do
anything to you. Walk away.
Other colours:
• Blue : Rank of Inspector and above
• Yellow : Below the rank of Inspector
• White : Reserve police
Note his name and Police authority card number.
1.3 In uniform
Note his name and ID number on his uniform.
1.4 Police vehicle
Note the number plate of the patrol car or motorcycle.
2. POLICE QUESTION YOU WHEN STOPPED
2.1 Your identification
Only give your name, ID card number and address.
2.2 The police ask other questions
Politely ask, "Am I under arrest?"
2.3 When you are under arrest
You are arrested if the Police:
• tell you "yes";
• do not allow you to leave/want to take you to the Police
Station; or
• handcuff you.
If you are not under arrest, you may walk away/refuse to follow
him back to the Police Station or anywhere else, if asked.
2.4 When you cannot be arrested
The Police cannot arrest you just because you are a potential
witness and they want to take a statement from you (Witness/112
Statement).
3. QUESTIONING BY POLICE WITHOUT ARREST
3.1 112 Statement
When the Police are investigating a case and think you have
information / knowledge about the case, the Police may question
you and take down your answers (112 Statement).
3.2 Informal/Formal Request
Most times, the Police make an informal request that you give a 112
Statement. If the place and time is convenient to you, cooperate.
If not, tell the Police you will do so at a convenient place and time.
If you refuse to cooperate, the Police may issue a formal order in
writing, signed by an investigating officer (Police Officer) to ask
you to cooperate.
If you disobey a Police Order, you cannot be arrested. However, it is
an offence and the Police may request the Magistrate to issue a
warrant against you to compel you to cooperate.
3.3 Giving a 112 Statement
You have the right to ask a lawyer to accompany you.
This is advisable.
In giving a 112 Statement, you may refuse to answer any question /
remain silent if the answer is likely to expose you to a criminal
offence.
• Bring along a notebook or writing paper with you (Personal Notes).
• Write down every question asked in your Personal Notes.
• Make sure you understand every question asked.
• Take your time and think carefully before writing your answers in
your Personal Notes.
• Read your answers to the Police Officer questioning you.
• Keep your Personal Notes for future reference.
3.4 Signing your 112 Statement
Before signing your Statement, read the questions and your answers
written by the Police Officer carefully.
• Compare the Statement you are asked to sign with your Personal
Notes.
• You have the right to make any corrections/changes to the
Statement before signing.
• Place your signature immediately below the last sentence of your
Statement.
4. POLICE ARREST YOU
4.1 Ask: "Why am I under arrest?"
An arrest is unlawful if you are not informed of the reason.
4.2 Do not resist an arrest
The Police have the right to use reasonable force to arrest you if you
resist.
4.3 Ask: "Which Police Station are you taking me to?"
The arresting Police Officer must immediately take you to the
nearest Police Station and no other place.
4.4 What to do when arrested
You have the right to telephone:
1. Your relative or friend; and
2. A lawyer.
You may also call a nearby Legal Aid Centre (LAC). Inform them:
• you have been arrested;
• the time, place and reason of the arrest;
• the Police Station you will be taken to.
4.5 What happens after arrest
You may be detained up to 24 hours:
• at the Police Station, or
• in a lock-up to "assist" police investigation.
5. YOUR RIGHTS AFTER ARREST & DURING DETENTION
5.1 Right to consult a lawyer
Once you request for the presence of a lawyer, you have a right to
consult the lawyer at the Police Station. The Police must accord
you reasonable facilities and a reasonable time period for you to
meet and consult the lawyer. The Police may, however, deny you
this right, if the delay in questioning you may cause the occurrence
of another crime or cause danger to others.
5.2 Clothing
You are allowed to have one set of clothing with you in the
lock-up.
5.3 Personal belongings
The Police must record and put all your personal belongings in
safe custody. Your personal belongings must be returned to you
upon your release.
5.4 Welfare
You are allowed to take a bath two times a day. If you are sick,
you have the right to receive immediate medical attention.
You are to be given proper and adequate food and water during
detention.
5.5 How long can the Police detain you
The Police may only detain you for up to 24 hours for investigation.
The duty of the Police is to complete investigations within 24 hours
and to release you as soon as possible. If the Police cannot complete
investigations within 24 hours, they must bring you before a
Magistrate for a remand order to extend your detention beyond
24 hours (Remand Order).
6. REMAND ORDER BY MAGISTRATE AFTER 24 HOURS
6.1 Who is a Magistrate
A Magistrate is a judicial officer. The Magistrate has the power to
issue a Remand Order to detain you for more than 24 hours.
6.2 Purpose of a Remand Order
It is to give more time to the Police to complete their investigations
and decide whether there is evidence to charge you for an offence.
The Police cannot ask for a Remand Order only for the purpose of
taking a Statement from you.
6.3 How long is a Remand Order
When the Police bring you before a Magistrate for a Remand Order,
the Police must give reasons to the Magistrate why it is necessary to
detain you for more than 24 hours. The Magistrate's duty is to
consider carefully the reasons given by the Police.
The Magistrate has the discretion:
• not to make a Remand Order, and release you; or
• make a Remand Order for a period shorter than that asked for by
the Police.
The Magistrate has the power to make a Remand Order of not more
than 4 days or 7 days depending on the offence being investigated.
The Police may return at the expiration of this time period and apply
for a 2nd Remand Order. The Magistrate may make a 2nd Remand
Order of not more than 3 days or 7 days depending on the offence
being investigated.
6.4 What to say when you are brought before a Magistrate for
remand
Tell the Magistrate:
• you want legal representation and you want to contact your lawyer,
the LAC and your family;
• if you want medical treatment because you are sick or have been
beaten;
• if the Police threatened or beat you during detention;
• if you were denied proper and adequate food/water/clothing, access
to the toilet or necessary medical attention during your detention;
• whether you had been detained previously, immediately before
your current detention;
• whether the Police carried out any investigations during your
detention.
6.5 Ask for a shorter Remand Order from the Magistrate
Before the Magistrate makes the Remand Order, ask for a shorter
period than what the Police asked. Give reasons (examples: "I will
co-operate with the Police in their investigation", "I will be available
and will not run away" etc).
7. BODY SEARCH WITHOUT ARREST
7.1 When Police can do so
If you are at a place (example: disco/karaoke/entertainment outlet)
where the Police are conducting a raid to look for something there
(example: drugs), the Police may detain and search you if they think
you have or are hiding the thing being searched for.
This may only be done in the presence of a Police Officer ranked
Inspector and above.
7.2 What to do
• Do not allow the Police Officer to put his hands into your clothes
or pockets.
• If you are asked to take out your belongings one by one, each time,
say "purse", "keys", "ID card" etc.
• When your pockets/bags are empty, turn them inside out.
7.3 Your rights
• All body searches must be carried out in a professional manner and
with decency.
• A female can only be body searched by a female Police Officer.
• If you are forced to strip naked or threatened with a strip search:
1. Protest;
2. Remember the Police Officer's name; and
3. Lodge a police report after the incident.
8. BODY SEARCH UPON ARREST
8.1 When Police can do so
• The Police reasonably suspect that you have evidence relating to a
suspected offence.
• You are arrested.
• The body search must be conducted in a confined place. It is your
right to be bodily searched in private.
8.2 Types of body searches
The law allows the Police to conduct 4 types of body search:-
1. Pat down search -
act of searching outer clothing.
2. Strip search -
to search for concealed evidence, object,
contraband or weapon. May only be conducted with the
authorisation of an officer ranked Inspector and above.
3. Intimate search -
to search beyond the mouth, nose and ears.
May only be conducted with the authorisation of an officer
ranked Assistant Superintendent (ASP) and above.
4. Intrusive search -
to determine the existence of objects etc. in
the body. May only be conducted with the authorisation of the
Officer in Charge of the Police District (OCPD). Must be
conducted by a Government Medical Officer or Medical
Officer.
8.3 Your rights
• All body searches must be carried out in a professional manner and
with decency.
• It is advisable to request that you be accompanied by your lawyer for
the search.
• A female can only be body searched by a female Police Officer.
9. QUESTIONING BY POLICE AFTER ARREST
9.1 Identity of the Police Officer questioning you
Note the name/rank of the Police Officer questioning you.
9.2 Right to remain silent
The Police Officer will first make friendly conversation/talk (example:
ask you about your family and friends etc). You are only obliged to give
your full name, age, address and occupation (Personal Particulars).
Other than giving your Personal Particulars, you have the right to
remain silent. Be polite. Do not be afraid to remain silent. This is your
right. If you choose to remain silent, say: "I would like to
exercise my right to silence".
9.3 112 Statement by you during investigation
The Police Officer will ask you questions and then write down your
answers. The Police cannot threaten or force you into making a
Statement. If you have been threatened, beaten or forced, lodge a
police report against the Police Officer at the first opportunity. This is
your right.
9.4 112 Statement is not to be used as evidence
Generally, any Statement you make to the Police during investigations
cannot be used as evidence except if you are being charged for
offences under, for example, the Dangerous Drugs Act, the
Kidnapping Act and the Internal Security Act. However, you may use
the Statement to support your defence during your trial.
LEGAL AID CENTRES (LAC)
• Kuala Lumpur : 03-2691 3005 / 03-2693 2072
• Selangor : 03-5510 7007 / 03-3281 2428
• Negeri Sembilan : 06-6013 844
• Melaka : 06-2845 519 / 06-2864 514
• Johor : 07-2235 698
• Perak : 05-2550 523
• Kedah & Perlis : 04-7333 467
• Kelantan : 04-7448 660
• Pahang : 09-5159 244 / 09-2969 410
• Pulau Pinang : 04-2617 451/ 04-3108 451
POLICE AND YOUR BASIC RIGHTS
Published in conjunction with TANGKAP
(Tindakan Anti PenyalahGunaan Kuasa Polis)
www.malaysianbar.org.my
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Boodyboy, out!!!
However, after doing some surfing I found this book written by the Malaysian Legal Aid Centre (an arm of the Bar Council). And since almost every1 doesnt have a hard copy of the book, I've found the online version. Do read the below, it might be a tad long, but hey, its your rights and you deserve to know! Thanks to ravinsingh.com for this version.
**************************
1. POLICE STOP YOU
1.1 Not in uniform, ask for identification
Say: "Please, show me your Police authority card".
1.2 Police authority card
Red : Suspended Police Officer. He has no authority to do
anything to you. Walk away.
Other colours:
• Blue : Rank of Inspector and above
• Yellow : Below the rank of Inspector
• White : Reserve police
Note his name and Police authority card number.
1.3 In uniform
Note his name and ID number on his uniform.
1.4 Police vehicle
Note the number plate of the patrol car or motorcycle.
2. POLICE QUESTION YOU WHEN STOPPED
2.1 Your identification
Only give your name, ID card number and address.
2.2 The police ask other questions
Politely ask, "Am I under arrest?"
2.3 When you are under arrest
You are arrested if the Police:
• tell you "yes";
• do not allow you to leave/want to take you to the Police
Station; or
• handcuff you.
If you are not under arrest, you may walk away/refuse to follow
him back to the Police Station or anywhere else, if asked.
2.4 When you cannot be arrested
The Police cannot arrest you just because you are a potential
witness and they want to take a statement from you (Witness/112
Statement).
3. QUESTIONING BY POLICE WITHOUT ARREST
3.1 112 Statement
When the Police are investigating a case and think you have
information / knowledge about the case, the Police may question
you and take down your answers (112 Statement).
3.2 Informal/Formal Request
Most times, the Police make an informal request that you give a 112
Statement. If the place and time is convenient to you, cooperate.
If not, tell the Police you will do so at a convenient place and time.
If you refuse to cooperate, the Police may issue a formal order in
writing, signed by an investigating officer (Police Officer) to ask
you to cooperate.
If you disobey a Police Order, you cannot be arrested. However, it is
an offence and the Police may request the Magistrate to issue a
warrant against you to compel you to cooperate.
3.3 Giving a 112 Statement
You have the right to ask a lawyer to accompany you.
This is advisable.
In giving a 112 Statement, you may refuse to answer any question /
remain silent if the answer is likely to expose you to a criminal
offence.
• Bring along a notebook or writing paper with you (Personal Notes).
• Write down every question asked in your Personal Notes.
• Make sure you understand every question asked.
• Take your time and think carefully before writing your answers in
your Personal Notes.
• Read your answers to the Police Officer questioning you.
• Keep your Personal Notes for future reference.
3.4 Signing your 112 Statement
Before signing your Statement, read the questions and your answers
written by the Police Officer carefully.
• Compare the Statement you are asked to sign with your Personal
Notes.
• You have the right to make any corrections/changes to the
Statement before signing.
• Place your signature immediately below the last sentence of your
Statement.
4. POLICE ARREST YOU
4.1 Ask: "Why am I under arrest?"
An arrest is unlawful if you are not informed of the reason.
4.2 Do not resist an arrest
The Police have the right to use reasonable force to arrest you if you
resist.
4.3 Ask: "Which Police Station are you taking me to?"
The arresting Police Officer must immediately take you to the
nearest Police Station and no other place.
4.4 What to do when arrested
You have the right to telephone:
1. Your relative or friend; and
2. A lawyer.
You may also call a nearby Legal Aid Centre (LAC). Inform them:
• you have been arrested;
• the time, place and reason of the arrest;
• the Police Station you will be taken to.
4.5 What happens after arrest
You may be detained up to 24 hours:
• at the Police Station, or
• in a lock-up to "assist" police investigation.
5. YOUR RIGHTS AFTER ARREST & DURING DETENTION
5.1 Right to consult a lawyer
Once you request for the presence of a lawyer, you have a right to
consult the lawyer at the Police Station. The Police must accord
you reasonable facilities and a reasonable time period for you to
meet and consult the lawyer. The Police may, however, deny you
this right, if the delay in questioning you may cause the occurrence
of another crime or cause danger to others.
5.2 Clothing
You are allowed to have one set of clothing with you in the
lock-up.
5.3 Personal belongings
The Police must record and put all your personal belongings in
safe custody. Your personal belongings must be returned to you
upon your release.
5.4 Welfare
You are allowed to take a bath two times a day. If you are sick,
you have the right to receive immediate medical attention.
You are to be given proper and adequate food and water during
detention.
5.5 How long can the Police detain you
The Police may only detain you for up to 24 hours for investigation.
The duty of the Police is to complete investigations within 24 hours
and to release you as soon as possible. If the Police cannot complete
investigations within 24 hours, they must bring you before a
Magistrate for a remand order to extend your detention beyond
24 hours (Remand Order).
6. REMAND ORDER BY MAGISTRATE AFTER 24 HOURS
6.1 Who is a Magistrate
A Magistrate is a judicial officer. The Magistrate has the power to
issue a Remand Order to detain you for more than 24 hours.
6.2 Purpose of a Remand Order
It is to give more time to the Police to complete their investigations
and decide whether there is evidence to charge you for an offence.
The Police cannot ask for a Remand Order only for the purpose of
taking a Statement from you.
6.3 How long is a Remand Order
When the Police bring you before a Magistrate for a Remand Order,
the Police must give reasons to the Magistrate why it is necessary to
detain you for more than 24 hours. The Magistrate's duty is to
consider carefully the reasons given by the Police.
The Magistrate has the discretion:
• not to make a Remand Order, and release you; or
• make a Remand Order for a period shorter than that asked for by
the Police.
The Magistrate has the power to make a Remand Order of not more
than 4 days or 7 days depending on the offence being investigated.
The Police may return at the expiration of this time period and apply
for a 2nd Remand Order. The Magistrate may make a 2nd Remand
Order of not more than 3 days or 7 days depending on the offence
being investigated.
6.4 What to say when you are brought before a Magistrate for
remand
Tell the Magistrate:
• you want legal representation and you want to contact your lawyer,
the LAC and your family;
• if you want medical treatment because you are sick or have been
beaten;
• if the Police threatened or beat you during detention;
• if you were denied proper and adequate food/water/clothing, access
to the toilet or necessary medical attention during your detention;
• whether you had been detained previously, immediately before
your current detention;
• whether the Police carried out any investigations during your
detention.
6.5 Ask for a shorter Remand Order from the Magistrate
Before the Magistrate makes the Remand Order, ask for a shorter
period than what the Police asked. Give reasons (examples: "I will
co-operate with the Police in their investigation", "I will be available
and will not run away" etc).
7. BODY SEARCH WITHOUT ARREST
7.1 When Police can do so
If you are at a place (example: disco/karaoke/entertainment outlet)
where the Police are conducting a raid to look for something there
(example: drugs), the Police may detain and search you if they think
you have or are hiding the thing being searched for.
This may only be done in the presence of a Police Officer ranked
Inspector and above.
7.2 What to do
• Do not allow the Police Officer to put his hands into your clothes
or pockets.
• If you are asked to take out your belongings one by one, each time,
say "purse", "keys", "ID card" etc.
• When your pockets/bags are empty, turn them inside out.
7.3 Your rights
• All body searches must be carried out in a professional manner and
with decency.
• A female can only be body searched by a female Police Officer.
• If you are forced to strip naked or threatened with a strip search:
1. Protest;
2. Remember the Police Officer's name; and
3. Lodge a police report after the incident.
8. BODY SEARCH UPON ARREST
8.1 When Police can do so
• The Police reasonably suspect that you have evidence relating to a
suspected offence.
• You are arrested.
• The body search must be conducted in a confined place. It is your
right to be bodily searched in private.
8.2 Types of body searches
The law allows the Police to conduct 4 types of body search:-
1. Pat down search -
act of searching outer clothing.
2. Strip search -
to search for concealed evidence, object,
contraband or weapon. May only be conducted with the
authorisation of an officer ranked Inspector and above.
3. Intimate search -
to search beyond the mouth, nose and ears.
May only be conducted with the authorisation of an officer
ranked Assistant Superintendent (ASP) and above.
4. Intrusive search -
to determine the existence of objects etc. in
the body. May only be conducted with the authorisation of the
Officer in Charge of the Police District (OCPD). Must be
conducted by a Government Medical Officer or Medical
Officer.
8.3 Your rights
• All body searches must be carried out in a professional manner and
with decency.
• It is advisable to request that you be accompanied by your lawyer for
the search.
• A female can only be body searched by a female Police Officer.
9. QUESTIONING BY POLICE AFTER ARREST
9.1 Identity of the Police Officer questioning you
Note the name/rank of the Police Officer questioning you.
9.2 Right to remain silent
The Police Officer will first make friendly conversation/talk (example:
ask you about your family and friends etc). You are only obliged to give
your full name, age, address and occupation (Personal Particulars).
Other than giving your Personal Particulars, you have the right to
remain silent. Be polite. Do not be afraid to remain silent. This is your
right. If you choose to remain silent, say: "I would like to
exercise my right to silence".
9.3 112 Statement by you during investigation
The Police Officer will ask you questions and then write down your
answers. The Police cannot threaten or force you into making a
Statement. If you have been threatened, beaten or forced, lodge a
police report against the Police Officer at the first opportunity. This is
your right.
9.4 112 Statement is not to be used as evidence
Generally, any Statement you make to the Police during investigations
cannot be used as evidence except if you are being charged for
offences under, for example, the Dangerous Drugs Act, the
Kidnapping Act and the Internal Security Act. However, you may use
the Statement to support your defence during your trial.
LEGAL AID CENTRES (LAC)
• Kuala Lumpur : 03-2691 3005 / 03-2693 2072
• Selangor : 03-5510 7007 / 03-3281 2428
• Negeri Sembilan : 06-6013 844
• Melaka : 06-2845 519 / 06-2864 514
• Johor : 07-2235 698
• Perak : 05-2550 523
• Kedah & Perlis : 04-7333 467
• Kelantan : 04-7448 660
• Pahang : 09-5159 244 / 09-2969 410
• Pulau Pinang : 04-2617 451/ 04-3108 451
POLICE AND YOUR BASIC RIGHTS
Published in conjunction with TANGKAP
(Tindakan Anti PenyalahGunaan Kuasa Polis)
www.malaysianbar.org.my
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Boodyboy, out!!!
Friday, October 8, 2010
15 albums
Got tagged into doing one of these, but hey its nice to be tag ged once in a while!
=)
.The rules: Don't take too long to think about it. Fifteen albums you've heard that will always stick with you. List the first fifteen you can recall in no more than fifteen minutes. Tag fifteen friends, including me, because I'm interested in seeing what albums my friends choose. (To do this, go to your Notes tab on your profile page, paste rules in a new note, cast your fifteen picks, and tag people in the note). (In no particular order)
1. Bon Jovi : Crossroad
2. No Doubt : Rock Steady
3. Atilia : Sangkar
4. David Tao : Ultrasound
5. JZ8 : JZ8
6. Jay Chou : Fantasy
7. MAtchbox 20 : Mad Season
8. Michael Jackson : HIStory
9 : She & Him : Volume 2
10 : Olivia Ong : Olivia
11. Jason Mraz : We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things
12. Colbie Cailat : Colbie Caillat
13. Zee Avi : Zee Avi
14. Wang Lee Hom : Evolution
15. Wang Lee Hom : Heroes of Earth
Boodyboy, out!!!
=)
.The rules: Don't take too long to think about it. Fifteen albums you've heard that will always stick with you. List the first fifteen you can recall in no more than fifteen minutes. Tag fifteen friends, including me, because I'm interested in seeing what albums my friends choose. (To do this, go to your Notes tab on your profile page, paste rules in a new note, cast your fifteen picks, and tag people in the note). (In no particular order)
1. Bon Jovi : Crossroad
2. No Doubt : Rock Steady
3. Atilia : Sangkar
4. David Tao : Ultrasound
5. JZ8 : JZ8
6. Jay Chou : Fantasy
7. MAtchbox 20 : Mad Season
8. Michael Jackson : HIStory
9 : She & Him : Volume 2
10 : Olivia Ong : Olivia
11. Jason Mraz : We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things
12. Colbie Cailat : Colbie Caillat
13. Zee Avi : Zee Avi
14. Wang Lee Hom : Evolution
15. Wang Lee Hom : Heroes of Earth
Boodyboy, out!!!
Life's forseeability
I wanted to do this post as a tribute to my grandmother who just passed away last Friday. But after thinking about it, I've decided to blog about how certain things in life cannot be controlled by us, no matter how well we plan it to be.
The incident that led to her passing was definitely a shock to all of us; her children, grandchildren as well as great grandchildren.
While she did pass away at the age of 81, which many people consider to be old age, the fact that she lost her life due to an accident is still a fact many of us cannot accept. After all, when I last saw her 3 weeks back, she was still in a jovial mood (we were at my sister's surprise farewell party at Ecoba).
Here's what happened (in a simplified manner):
Apparently there was a gas leak from the spare gas tank at home. My grandmother went to reheat the food, turned on the gas stove and an explosion occured. MY grandmother suffered 1st degree burns and was put into the ICU where she survived for another 4 more days. Ultimately, her age and her previous health conditions made it difficult for her body to recover from this shock.
All I can say is that, life is pretty unpredictable. As much as we can how to live our lifes, we cannot decide how, or most importantly when our lives come to an end.
The best we can do is have a plan and give it our best shot till its time to go. Had we not given our best, would we regret it when we're on our death bed?
The next time we decide to skip an invitation or pass up on an opportunity, lets quickly ask ourself, without prejudice, "Am I going to regret not doing this in the future?" Give yourself the chance to answer it honestly. If you can say no to yourself comfortably, then by all means, you will continue to live life happily.
If you might even think that you will have the slightest regret, why not give it a shot and say yes. It never hurts to try something out. Even if you failed it, you still have something to gain. Something we call experience and wisdom.
I hope that my grandmother had lived her life to the fullest, made the choices which she thought was best for her and her family. She raised a group of children who turned out to be great uncles and aunts for me. I'd say, for a single mother for over 40 years, she did a pretty good job. Somethings in life like the hardships they had to go thru, living life without much money, was not her ideal situation, but she gritted her teeth and did her best to provide for her 9 children.
Boodyboy, out!!
The incident that led to her passing was definitely a shock to all of us; her children, grandchildren as well as great grandchildren.
While she did pass away at the age of 81, which many people consider to be old age, the fact that she lost her life due to an accident is still a fact many of us cannot accept. After all, when I last saw her 3 weeks back, she was still in a jovial mood (we were at my sister's surprise farewell party at Ecoba).
Here's what happened (in a simplified manner):
Apparently there was a gas leak from the spare gas tank at home. My grandmother went to reheat the food, turned on the gas stove and an explosion occured. MY grandmother suffered 1st degree burns and was put into the ICU where she survived for another 4 more days. Ultimately, her age and her previous health conditions made it difficult for her body to recover from this shock.
All I can say is that, life is pretty unpredictable. As much as we can how to live our lifes, we cannot decide how, or most importantly when our lives come to an end.
The best we can do is have a plan and give it our best shot till its time to go. Had we not given our best, would we regret it when we're on our death bed?
The next time we decide to skip an invitation or pass up on an opportunity, lets quickly ask ourself, without prejudice, "Am I going to regret not doing this in the future?" Give yourself the chance to answer it honestly. If you can say no to yourself comfortably, then by all means, you will continue to live life happily.
If you might even think that you will have the slightest regret, why not give it a shot and say yes. It never hurts to try something out. Even if you failed it, you still have something to gain. Something we call experience and wisdom.
I hope that my grandmother had lived her life to the fullest, made the choices which she thought was best for her and her family. She raised a group of children who turned out to be great uncles and aunts for me. I'd say, for a single mother for over 40 years, she did a pretty good job. Somethings in life like the hardships they had to go thru, living life without much money, was not her ideal situation, but she gritted her teeth and did her best to provide for her 9 children.
As you can see from the picture above, that is how big our family is. 9 Children, 18 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. We shall all remember her in our own special ways.
For all my fellow readers, I hope you continue to live life to the fullest and dont pass up any opportunity in your life without giving a chance!
Boodyboy, out!!
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Love Love Love
Was introduced to this song by a fellow blogger as well as friend.
Its a fairly new song by a fairly new artiste, Hope.
Good move by releasing a first single featuring Jason Mraz.
Very typical "beachy" song. Nice to listen on an easy going day
=)
Enjoy!
Love, Love, Love, Love, Love
Giving me
Love, Love, Love
More than I ever need
Love, you’re so distracting
Am I overreacting, For feeling this way
And ever, since I met ya, I can’t keep my attention
And you are to blame
You’re love’s a permanent distraction,
A perfect interaction
A feeling so extreme
I lost my appetite to eat, and I barely get to sleep
Cause you’re even in my dreams
And I thought that I was strong but I knew that all along,
This was out of my control
So I fell into your hands, and I don’t know where we’ll land,
I’m just going with the flow
Love, Love, Love, Love, Love
Somedays, I want to run away
This feels so perfect, it’s breaking my heart
Yeah we could, we could stay here happy
Or after summer, be two worlds apart
You’re love’s a permanent distraction,
A perfect interaction
A feeling so extreme
I lost my appetite to eat, and I barely get to sleep
Cause you’re even in my dreams
And I thought that I was strong but I knew that all along,
This was out of my control
So I fell into your hands, and I don’t know where we’ll land,
I’m just going with the flow
Giving me, Love Love Love, Love Love
More than I ever need
Giving me Love Love Love
You’re Love, Is coming like a freight train
Ain’t nothing gonna stop it,
It’s heading for my heart,
You’re Love, is bigger than a rain cloud
It covered up my whole skies
It’s filling up my heart,
My heart with
Love, Love, Love, Love, Love
More than I ever need
Giving me
Love, Love, Love
You’re love’s a permanent distraction,
A perfect interaction
A feeling so extreme
I lost my appetite to eat, and I barely get to sleep
Cause you’re even in my dreams
And I thought that I was strong but I knew that all along,
This was out of my control
So I fell into your hands, and I don’t know where we’ll land,
I’m just going with the flow Giving me, Love Love Love, Love Love
More than I ever need
(Repeat)
Boodyboy, out!!!
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Random Wikipedia topic : Bank Run
Decided to read a random Wikipedia topic to increase my knowledge and I ended up at bank run.
So what is a bank run?
According to Wikipedia, a bank run (also known as a run on the bank) occurs when a large number of bank customers withdraw their deposits because they believe the bank is, or might become, insolvent. As a bank run progresses, it generates its own momentum, in a kind of self-fulfilling prophecy (or positive feedback): as more people withdraw their deposits, the likelihood of default increases, and this encourages further withdrawals. This can destabilize the bank to the point where it faces bankruptcy.[1]
A banking panic or bank panic is a financial crisis that occurs when many banks suffer runs at the same time. A systemic banking crisis is one where all or almost all of the banking capital in a country is wiped out.[2] The resulting chain of bankruptcies can cause a long economic recession.[3] Much of the Great Depression's economic damage was caused directly by bank runs.[4] The cost of cleaning up a systemic banking crisis can be huge, with fiscal costs averaging 13% of GDP and economic output losses averaging 20% of GDP for important crises from 1970 to 2007.[2]
Several techniques can help to prevent bank runs. They include temporary suspension of withdrawals, the organization of central banks that act as a lender of last resort, the protection of deposit insurance systems such as the U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation,[1] and governmental bank regulation.[5] These techniques do not always work: for example, even with deposit insurance, depositors may still be motivated by beliefs they may lack immediate access to deposits during a bank reorganization.[6]
A banking panic or bank panic is a financial crisis that occurs when many banks suffer runs at the same time. A systemic banking crisis is one where all or almost all of the banking capital in a country is wiped out.[2] The resulting chain of bankruptcies can cause a long economic recession.[3] Much of the Great Depression's economic damage was caused directly by bank runs.[4] The cost of cleaning up a systemic banking crisis can be huge, with fiscal costs averaging 13% of GDP and economic output losses averaging 20% of GDP for important crises from 1970 to 2007.[2]
Several techniques can help to prevent bank runs. They include temporary suspension of withdrawals, the organization of central banks that act as a lender of last resort, the protection of deposit insurance systems such as the U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation,[1] and governmental bank regulation.[5] These techniques do not always work: for example, even with deposit insurance, depositors may still be motivated by beliefs they may lack immediate access to deposits during a bank reorganization.[6]
Under fractional-reserve banking, the type of banking currently used in developed countries, banks retain only a fraction of their demand deposits as cash. The remainder is invested in securities and loans, whose terms are typically longer than the demand deposits, resulting in an asset liability mismatch. No bank has enough reserves on hand to cope with more than a fraction of deposits being taken out at once.
business investment requires expenditures in the present to obtain returns that take time in coming, for example, spending on machines and buildings now for production in future years. A business or entrepreneur that needs to borrow to finance investment will want to give their investments a long time to generate returns before full repayment, and will prefer long maturity loans, which offer little liquidity to the lender. The same principle applies to individuals and households seeking financing to purchase large-ticket items such as housing or automobiles.
The households and firms who have the money to lend to these businesses may have sudden, unpredictable needs for cash, so they are often willing to lend only on the condition of being guaranteed immediate access to their money in the form of liquid demand deposit accounts, that is, accounts with shortest possible maturity. Since borrowers need money and depositors fear to make these loans individually, banks provide a valuable service by aggregating funds from many individual deposits, portioning them into loans for borrowers, and spreading the risks both of default and sudden demands for cash.[1] Banks can charge much higher interest on their long-term loans than they pay out on demand deposits, allowing them to earn a profit.
If only a few depositors withdraw at any given time, this arrangement works well. Barring some major emergency on a scale matching or exceeding the bank's geographical area of operation, depositors' unpredictable needs for cash are unlikely to occur at the same time; that is, by the law of large numbers, banks can expect only a small percentage of accounts withdrawn on any one day because individual expenditure needs are largely uncorrelated. A bank can make loans over a long horizon, while keeping only relatively small amounts of cash on hand to pay any depositors who may demand withdrawals.[1]
However, if many depositors withdraw all at once, the bank itself (as opposed to individual investors) may run short of liquidity, and depositors will rush to withdraw their money, forcing the bank to liquidate many of its assets at a loss, and eventually to fail. If such a bank were to attempt to call in its loans early, businesses might be forced to disrupt their production while individuals might need to sell their homes and/or vehicles, causing further losses to the larger economy.[1] Even so, many if not most debtors would be unable to pay the bank in full on demand and would be forced to declare bankruptcy, possibly affecting other creditors in the process.
A bank run can occur even when started by a false story. Even depositors who know the story is false will have an incentive to withdraw, if they suspect other depositors will believe the story. The story becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy.[1] Indeed, Robert K. Merton, who coined the term self-fulfilling prophecy, mentioned bank runs as a prime example of the concept in his book Social Theory and Social Structure.[8]
A bank run is the sudden withdrawal of deposits of just one bank. A banking panic or bank panic is a financial crisis that occurs when many banks suffer runs at the same time, as a cascading failure. In a systemic banking crisis, all or almost all of the banking capital in a country is wiped out; this can result when regulators ignore systemic risks and spillover effects.[2]
Systemic banking crises are associated with substantial fiscal costs and large output losses. Frequently, emergency liquidity support and blanket guarantees have been used to contain these crises, not always successfully. Although fiscal tightening may help contain market pressures if a crisis is triggered by unsustainable fiscal policies, expansionary fiscal policies are typically used. In crises of liquidity and solvency, central banks can provide liquidity to support illiquid banks. Depositor protection can help restore confidence, although it tends to be costly and does not necessarily speed up economic recovery. Intervention is often delayed in the hope that recovery will occur, and this delay increases the stress on the economy.[2]
Some measures are more effective than others in containing economic fallout and restoring the banking system after a systemic crisis.[2][9] These include establishing the scale of the problem, targeted debt relief programs to distressed borrowers, corporate restructuring programs, recognizing bank losses, and adequately capitalizing banks. Speed of intervention appears to be crucial; intervention is often delayed in the hope that insolvent banks will recover if given liquidity support and relaxation of regulations, and in the end this delay increases stress on the economy. Programs that are targeted, that specify clear quantifiable rules that limit access to preferred assistance, and that contain meaningful standards for capital regulation, appear to be more successful. Government-owned asset management companies are largely ineffective due to political constraints.[2]
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I know thats a lot to learn today, but hey, you now learnt something which is related to what happened to the European financial crisis 2 years ago.
Boodyboy, out!!!
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