Today’s favourite letter is “F”. The explicit word that starts with this letter can be included in this blog, however for censorship’s sake, I’ll refrain from expressing myself too much.
Firstly, facebook….Its horribly addictive, was addicted, got off it and now back on it. Again. Terrible yet, the temptations too hard to ward off from. So, there goes discipline. Chucked straight out the window.
Next, food…too much binging, not enough exercise. This is turning out to be a horribly end of the week and discipline has once again left the building. Leaving me with guilt and…our final guest “FRUSTRATION”.
Now frustration didn’t come solely because of facebook and food. But also with facade, fakery and freakish temperament. Couldn’t think of something that goes on with a bad temper…foolery perhaps?
Venting, ranting, exhuming all sense of guilt, and any horribly feelings thats pent up inside. Perhaps rage, insensibility and irrationality would like to join in too.
Ugh, I’m just pissed off and I have nothing better to do. Finally, my finale.
END.
From TV, which I believe is the best educator for gaining “worldly knowledge” – you don’t need to leave your house to find out about the world! I was able to see what sort of food and delicacies the different cultures enjoy.
Its often different, never heard before, never thought of and sometimes grotesque, though it never stopped me from eating while watching some poor presenter tasting the brains or bile of some living creature!
I was motivated to find out more about the exotic delicacies the world have to offer, until I bumped into this site and fellow Malaysians, you cannot believe this…
We know how our wonderful Durian is often included in fear factor challenges and may prove to be a delicacy because of its distinct fragrance. But I cannot believe this!!
Check this website out and see what was rated as strange…http://stuffucanuse.com/strange_food.htm
I thought that was rather odd. I mean COME ON!!! ICE KACANG?! (It’s spelt wrongly too) Its not something that can be compared to Sheeps head, or even the sago worm which some of the natives eat.
Well, I found another site which has more detail, feel free to check it out! http://www.weird-food.com/weird-food-vegetable.html
I’m on a mission, to taste as much as I dare! But first, I think I’ll start off with something tame…maybe black pudding.
Jeng jeng jeng…
Whoa! In another blink of an eye, a year has passed! Always never felt the years creeping in…before I knew it I’ve reached 22!
It was a great birthday, I came for work, not expecting anything and concentrating on the things I’m supposed to do as well as preparation for the trip to Malacca, there were alot of things to do!
All of a sudden, I saw my friend stormed into the office carrying a birthday cake! I was excited, of course I thought it was for me! She told me no, its for herself, so I thought nothing about it. But as soon as I’ve changed later that afternoon to get ready to leave for Malacca, I saw TWO cakes on the table along with snacks, paper plates…and my colleagues around the place singing happy birthday! That was truly awesome, I didn’t expect everyone to come together for this. *tears*
After the happy feast, my friend and I left for Malacca, that is another adventure I’ll have to relate some time soon, but the journey there was exciting and long…really long.
Lets skip to the good parts, we finally arrived at the hotel, a really grand looking hotel, INSIDE OUT! After being on the road for almost 3 hours, we got hungry and went searching for food, along the way we saw this huge shopping mall, checked it out and before we ordered food at the restaurant, a friend called us.
We were whisked away from the restaurant and transported to a shop along the road where we tasted an exotic dish, known famously among Malaccan’s = Satay Celup.
I have one thing to say: DELICIOUS!
Yeap thats it. You want to know more? Go taste it for yourself, I just can’t justify the proper words to describe such simple extravagances of life.
We did not each much since the friend wanted to introduce more of Malacca’s cuisines…and we were brought to this alley way, really suspicious aye? But as we walked further amongst the sour smell of the drain and detergent…there were really small chairs and a few long low tables. I couldn’t believe my eyes and ears but this is the place we shall be dining at! A drain side restaurant! We were served La La, See Ham and rojak with fishcakes. I was feeling slightly nausea tic because of the environment, but my friend was really comfortable and happily chowing down the See Ham’s and La La’s…I was trying not to vomit on the spot, ah such a delicate stomach resides in me.
After our alley dinner, we move onto our next destination…the beach! Our friend cum tour guide informed us that this area is a well known romantic spot in Malacca, its actually a long board that goes up to 100 metres from the shore where couples may dangle their feet with the star lit sky above their heads and the sound of the waves below their feet. At that place, my friend and another sang me my birthday song! Under the star lit sky and the roaring of the sea, what more could I ask for?
Its awesome, I can’t wait for the next few birthdays to come by! 
Tomorrow I will be leaving for Malacca for the school education fairs there, really excited as I haven’t visited in almost 10 years already! This time with a colleague as well!
I have had other colleagues whose hometown is Malacca giving me tips and drawing out maps as of where can you find the best meal, the best dish…actually its all about the food.
Haha, what is to expect but a recommendation of food from fellow Malaysians? We live to eat and not just eat to live!
Though I truly wish for some cultural exposure, maybe some event going on. We’ll see what I will find there! Till I return then!
Ok, an update! I’ve taken the advise of the experts and see what changes it gave me.
1. I changed my exercising hours, usually I work out between 8.30-9.30pm. Now I changed it to mornings.
2. Drank more water, brought a water bottle to work.
3. Slept earlier…
Result: Definitely better sleep, I woke up without feeling groggy, what’s better is I woke up without the alarm clock!
Yayness…Problem resolved!
I wanted to post something interesting up a few days ago but I just can’t remember it now!
Its definitely not my fault, I blame it on tiredness and the fact that sleep does not come easily these days. Instead I feel obliged to read the story books on my shelves till the wee hours of the night!
Alright that is silly but honestly I am very tired and I’m trying to figure out a few things that might give me better rested sleep…
This is what I found from Stanford University website:
1. Sleep when only sleepy
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2. If you can’t fall asleep after 20 minutes, get up and do something boring till you fall asleep
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3. Don’t take naps
Rarely take naps.
4. Get up and go to bed the same time everyday
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5. Refrain from exercise at least 4 hours before bedtime
oh…dang.
6. Develop sleep rituals
Now kids, this has nothing to do with something weird, I think it should be substituted with the word “habit”. The examples are like listening to relaxing music, reading something soothing etc…all this to give your body a cue before sleep.
7. Only use your bed for sleeping
Definitely, I use it for sleeping, reading, getting rowdy kids to scream about in my room…
8. Take a hot bath 90 minutes before bedtime
Now that sounds heavenly…Wish I have a bathroom…
There’s more written on the website, and I’m sure more information about this can be found elsewhere but I’ve found out why I haven’t been able to enjoy sleep these days…damn that treadmill.
Well, I’ll experiment it and see how it goes!
Primos.
With the appreance of Susan Boyle!
Its an even bigger hit than when Connie Talbot sang on the show! Pure talent, not to mention how beautiful and pure her voice sounded in contrast to her looks.
As mentioned on CNN, it is a wake up call for all of us of a phrase “do not judge a book by its cover”
Honestly, for about 7 minutes, I was shedding tears of shock, awe and raw emotion of her wonderful voice. Heck, watching it again still made my tears flow! I had to try really hard to keep it in!!
I’ve never supported any singers on these shows but Susan Boyle, there is always a first time and my money is on you! Can’t wait to see what happens next!
Dear ShinyThongWearer,
Heya, its been quite a while since I’ve written to you. Haven’t heard from you for so long and I just need to get this off my chest now.
Anyways, how are you? Hope things are going alright, its good to hear that your family is doing well and that you are also keeping focus with your agendas. I’m improving on my side as well!
Been travelling a little and have more plans to go places as well. Can’t wait for that opportunity.
Oh btw, I wrote because I remembered something that both of us appreciate, and it was from this book I bought, written by Bill Bryson — Notes from a Small Island. It was about the price of a big breakfast meal, I’ll write out the menu:
A platter of eggs, beans, fried bread, bacon and sausage, with a side plate of bread and marge, and two cups of tea.
ALL for the price of 22p.
22P!
Can you imagine that! Beer was 13p, books were 30p!!! (Just thinking of that made my heart quiver with joy)
Ahhh those were really the days. Imagine if I existed then with the salary I’m earning now? I would have been one of the posh crowd! Even going for a holiday cost less than £500! That includes the hotel and the flight expenses…
I’m just gonna try finishing this book and see what else it says about this Small Island 
Keep in touch!
Tata for now!
Primos
It is sad to announce but the only place where I can enjoy some interesting music (funny, crazy, insane lyrics with decent tunes)…is on YOUTUBE.
I don’t really enjoy the local radio station as it is filled with CRAP most of the time. DJ’s with nothing interesting to share than to enjoy the sound of their own voices and nonsense that takes up the whole airing time, so that when you finally arrive to your work place…YOUR FAVOURITE SONG COMES ON! ANNOYING!
Its even more hilarious that the only time good songs are on air is at midnight…when you’re at home, and not in your car.
Its a cruel joke.
That is why I refuse to join into any radio station competitions, and even threaten my friends that I will personally see to their torture if they ever subject me to one of the stupid lame games they have on air.
Please don’t waste my precious time.
Aite, enough ranting, I’ve filled my space…back to YOUTUBE! <3
