New Year with a New Tron

Having watched Tron the original movie back in the 80s, watching Tron : Legacy is a good experience of realisation of how time has passed by. Although there's nothing much to shout about but it is more of a retrospect in life of then and now. I remember watching it in the cinema hall where the seats are hard and there's no head rest.

The 3D effect was very minimal and thank God I had season passes. Or else it would have been a total rip-off.

Nokia 5530 XpressMusic

If you are interested in the Nokia 5530 you probably would have found all the reviews by now. I got the phone about 2 weeks ago and here's my viewpoints which were not mentioned in the reviews.

Cons:

- The short cut is only limited to 4 applications. Although the screen has a lot of empty space but there's all you can put in.

- The battery casing is very delicate. Be sure to ask the shop keeper to show you how remove the cover.

- The switch on the side for switching off the screen is very loose and makes a plastic noise if you shake the phone.

- The delicate covers for the sim card, memory card and usb port is very flimsy. Be sure to be gentle.

-The radio feature does not have a equaliser to control sound output which is available for the music player.

- A fully charged battery can only last for 3 days.

- The earphones sucks. You really must push it into the ears or else it will fall out easily.

- No timer or stop watch features.

- Website navigation is quite difficult. Need to often enlarge the screen to select the links.

Pros:

- The touch screen is really sensitive. Easy selection.

- The screen colour is good.

- The screen switches direction when you turn the phone to the side. Especially good for typing sms. On sideways a full qwerty keyboard appears.

- Free software available at Nokia's website Ovi.com

- Can perform copy and paste of text by selection. Convenient for updated phone book.

Words of Thoughts

"Time out

World in a hurry

There’s more love than money changing hands

Lights out

Thinking out loud

Turn your back on the world outside

Night thoughts

No one can share

As darkness breaks through another day

Secrets

Talking out loud

Silence waits just a dream away

Forget lonely crowds, unfriendly faces

They’ll soon become familliar places

Before too long, before too long

Don’t be fooled by lovesongs and lonely hearts

You’re living in a twilight world" - Swing Out Sisters

Window of Opportunity

Every now and then we face a cross road. Whether it is a major or a minor decision, something has to be done. Doing the unknown can be rewarding and refusing could mean an opportunity that was missed. My advice is step a little closer to the window and look.

The Bright Round Sun

If ever there's a moment in life we like to live to see is our Sun. The ball of fire that never stops burning, giving heat, light and energy to life on earth. Suspended magnificently in the middle of our solar system spinning unrelentlessly . It is a sight to be awed during the morning when it started to appear and at the time it dissappears below the horizon. Showing a glow of yellow, orange and mild red twice a day shading an atmosphere of beginning and the end of daylight. A lovely sight to behold and admire.

Survival KL09 - Save Our Earth

Did you know that the Survival KL09 is at the National Science Centre (Pusat Sains Negara)? Oh yes, it is inside and the entrance fee is RM12 for an adult. But did you know that you 1st have to pay another entrance fee to get into the Science Centre. So a double charge. No where was it stated in the website www.survival.com.my. If you are planning to bring the family be sure to bring extra extra cash or else you will be disappointed.

National Science Centre

Have you ever been to the National Science Centre? Well I would say it is OK if there's no entrance fee. Many of the exhibits are in a shabby state. I got the feeling it is more for kids because some of the exhibits are made for the height of a child. If you want to sit or try out an exhibit you really need to bend down.
My wish is that the engineeers or technical persons there could spruce up the place to make it more attractive. Overall I rate it 2 out of 5.

What lies ahead?

Half a month has gone and yet the road ahead seems gloomy when news about cut-backs and downsizing are abuzz. But still life goes on. Bring out the cheer and be merry. Lanterns every where....swaying with hope and possibilities.

Christmas 2008

Yes it's that time again when the year ends and the mood is 'holidayish'. Many are looking forward to a new year and new things to come. Everywhere you go there's a party atmosphere complete with decorations and Christmas carols. It's a wonderful time and what more with the sale that is going on. Fantastic. Cheers!

Top of the World at Lin Min San

There's a secret place near Kuantan where the local folks go, to see the sun rise over hills and forests. Located in the obscure town of Sungai Lembing, the pathway leading to the foot hill of Bukit Panorama passes through shoplots, a school and a public library.

Climbing up the narrow steps takes a lot of endurance but the experience is worth it. In view that the sun rises just before 7 am, the journey up must begin at least an hour before in order to catch the magnificent view of the crimson sky and flowing white clouds. In addition to the fabulous scenery, the fresh cool air is a real treat. Be sure to enjoy some local dishes after the tiring walk at the food stalls located near the main road. The speciality are tomato mee , curry mee and the famous yong tau foo that are not only delicious but cheap.

Little critters

There's a phenomenon in Port Dickson that I didn't know about until I step on the shore of Teluk Kemang. There on the beach are thousands of tiny little crabs crawling across the sandy beach. Sensing my approach, the tiny crabs will either scurry further away with rapid motion with their pointy legs or hide into the burrows.

It's a wonderful sight and it's nature with its army of beach workers.

Sun & beach

What makes the beach so attractive? Must be the sea, sun, sand and sound of the waves. The feeling is just wonderful; sand between the toes, the sea lapping on the shore, sunshine burning on the skin and mesmerising sound of crashing water that seemed to go on and on. A break at the beach is really awesome. It really takes the stress away. So, for that rejuvenating feeling, head down to the nearest beach... and make it your day!

Gold Medal for the Courages

When I caught a glimpse of some dots on a high tension cable wires recently, I thought they were something hanging on them. But on a closer look, they were men working on the power lines.

If there's a medal for these men who risk their lives to work on them, it would definitely be a GOLD medal.

Wow, they are just amazing.

Beijing 2008 - Olympic Games

北京欢迎你 - "Bei Jing Huan Ying Ni"

Yeah!......... the Games of the 29th Olympiad has arrived. Today marks the beginning of the event that showcases a fantastic series of world class sports. The curtain raiser on 08/08/08 unfolds months and years of preparation that brought together in harmony of concept, art design, choreography, lighting, music arrangements and fireworks. The stunning display was amazing in the structurally mysteriously designed stadium called the Bird's Nest.

What's more amazing is the Mascots actually forms a sentence when put together. Cute!

One World, One Dream - Let the games begin...

Potter Magic

Finally, the paper back version of the latest Harry Potter series has reached our muggle shores. Time to indulge in the plot in the most delighful version that fits into the hands for easy page turning. Stupefy!!!
Now...when is The Last Lecture coming?

Short Spiky Hair

What's the best thing about having a drastic change in hairstyle? It really draws attention. The reaction from others is just fantastic. Questions of why followed by compliments and approval makes the change worthwhile.

Personally, it's life transforming because wherever I go, the reflections I see from mirrors, windows, reflective door panels or even the shape of my shadow makes me feel different and new. It has a psychological effect of change and transformation. Furhemore, the feel of running my hand over the short cropped hair is really pleasurable. Felt like a permanent spiky fabric over my top.

What's next? A beard?

Cool Refreshing Lemon Tea

The simple pleasures of life can come from the simplest ordinary things. For instance the ingredients of slice lemon, sugar syrup, water and ice cubes in a tall glass makes such a refreshing drink on a hot sweltering day. Imagine the cool sweet sour taste just running down your throat with every gulp you take....it's delightful thirst quencher. Bravo!

Painting in the Sky

It is said that clouds don't form exactly the same way more than once. And how true it is. Clouds are fascinating. They make good subjects for photography because every formation and colour is different and unique. It is as though a new painting is in the sky everyday and it's free to view. With a bit of play of the camera and angling, great shots are just waiting to be captured. Snap, snap away!

Garden in a Bottle

You have heard of a message in a bottle but how about a garden in a bottle? Yes, you can have a small garden in a bottle. Grow some indoor plants in a bottle containing soil and enclosed. It should be able to survive because it produces carbon dioxide in the night but reuses it to produce oxygen in the daytime. In other words, it's self sufficient. I'm about to seal my bottle as seen in this photo. Pretty neat. A self contained eco-environment just for the plant. By the way do you know what this plant is called? I just picked it up from my car porch area.

Peeling away to the Core

The human heart is like an onion....layers upon layers of covering till the outer tough exterior that seems impenetrable. We can never know the true nature of a person from the exterior for what lies beneath is hidden very successfully. How long does it take to befriend and how much trust must we show before the real person is revealed? Every human heart is vulnerable and therefore is closely guarded. Who knows and fully understand what is deep down inside? Only the Creator can tell.