Bored CNY

The first day of CNY everything was going well, I went back to my mom’s hometown in Pahang, Bentong. Everything was nice and filled with happiness and joy. Took some ANG PAO, ate some delicious dishes that normal days cant get to eat, and talk with some relatives that normal days cant get to meet…. That was the first day….

The Second day till the fifth day of CNY, I was acting a home alone series in my house. Supposed to follow my parents for a trip to Pulau Pangkor and Cameron Highland, but can’t manage to follow, due to work and Classes in HELP. I was wondering why HELP started those classes that early this year?

During the Home Alone period, other than working and studying, i went to my friends’ house for gathering and had a couple of “Lou Sang” section in their house, and somemore grabbed some ANG PAO from their parents. Besides that, “Fatt Coi” (Gamble) also one of the important section of those days. Unfortunately, I don’t have enough luck for that.

But overall, things went quite well, in this CNY. For every Chinese, CNY is a time for them to meet their far relatives, and is a good opportunity for them to have a family gathering, enjoying the delicious YU SHANG together, and it is kinda warm as well.

I think is enough for this week, and HEY, who has mood for work in CNY? Haha…

Ops Sikap XII Helps?

12 more killed in road accidents!!!

KUALA LUMPUR: Twelve people died in 1,161 road accidents on Thursday, the fifth day of Ops Sikap XII. This brings the total number of deaths since the launch of the operations on Feb 11 to 76.Of the 1,161 accidents, 535 occurred on municipal roads, federal roads (243), state roads (205), highways (131) and other roads (47). Four of the deaths were recorded on federal roads, state roads (four), highways (two) and one each on municipal and other roads.

A total of 12,291 summonses were issued.

Lately in Malaysia, due to make the nation in Malaysia have a better concern and caution about driving on the road, and plus Chinese new year is approaching, they come up again with the Ops SikapXII campaign. This is to give a sense and warning to the careless driver on the road to make themselves caution and realize that life is important for you, and your family. But unfortunately, even though the campaign had started for almost 1 week, but there is still 12 more unlucky killed in the accident. Is this the drivers’ wrong? Or his faith had arrived? Or the Death GOD wants their life already?

Everyday around the world, many people died because of road accident, because of their carelessly and rudeness during driving. They not even danger themselves, but somehow cause injured to the other people. Government often act as our parents, often advise us and encourage us to drive carefully on the road, they even taught us how to drive carefully on the Tv, and showed us what will be happened if we drive carelessly and impatiently, and they even comes out with Ops Sikap XII.

Take things for granted…..almost all the Malaysian, including me likes to behave like that. If we think that the campaign can really help us without us, ourselves take more caution during driving on the road, I’m sure that they will be 24 more killed or 36 more killed on the road the next day, or in the future. Why don’t we just co-operate with the government (this issue only), to avoid more and more accident happened everyday? Don’t we think life is precious? How bout the other peoples’ life? When we are driving carelessly on the road, don’t we think about our parents, family?

We are lucky in Malaysia (sometimes), because government will organize many campaign awareness about accident to the public every year, to reduce the amount of accident and the amount of dead in the accident. Since the government had treat us so good, why don’t we thank them, by driving carefully on the road, and don’t against the rules? Right?

Ok then, I’m done here for today. Is time to Balik Kampung…. Ciaoz

What Woman Really Want For Valentine’s ?

Feb 14^th is still a couple hours more to go. All the couples around the world are waiting for this special and romantic day, in order to spend all their precious time, every minute, every second with their love one. During this special day, “Couples Day”, the road will be no place for a bunch of friends, but lovely couples will be everywhere, every corner, enjoying this once a year special event--- Valentine’s day.

On this very special day, how could a lovely and surprising valentine’s gift missing between couples? No doubt, gift and present is a MUST during valentine’s day among couples, because it realistically shows how much you love him or her.

Whether it's your first Valentine's Day together or your fourth, the gift can become a source of anxiety for you and your girlfriend unless you know exactly how to present it.

Instructions

• STEP 1: Determine your girlfriend's expectations for a gift, especially if this is your first Valentine's Day together. If she's the kind of person who likes the works (Champagne, dinner, flowers and a gift), knowing this ahead of time will pre-empt disappointment on her part and embarrassment on yours if your gift wasn't quite up to par.
• STEP 2: Plan a special evening to celebrate your love so that the gift itself doesn't become the sole display of your affection.
• STEP 3: Ask her what she'd like for Valentine's Day (so she knows you're planning something), but consider giving her a personalized gift - a framed photograph you took, a poem you wrote, a piece of jewelry you had custom-made for her. And speaking of jewelry ...
• STEP 4: Wrap your present in a box that won't give your gift away or lead to disappointment if, say, you've been dating for several years now and still aren't ready to step up to the plate. In other words, if it's not a diamond, don't dare put your gift in a little square box.
• STEP 5: Offer your present before or after dinner, making sure to tell her that you love her when she is opening the present.
  

GIRLS JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN

Twenty-seven percent of women say travel is number one on their list of gifts they'd most like to receive. And, a majority of those (67%) say they would be willing to buy it for themselves. However, a majority of those respondents made it clear that a trip to a spa, sailing on a cruise, or even going on a no-fuss packaged tour are the three most favored options among their top choices for travel.

(Hint: spare them the planning and organizing, guys - and just arrange for a quick getaway. Local spas have gift certificates that include enough pampering for any Mom.)

Most women (64%) define fun as freedom and socializing, but admit that household responsibilities (51%), work (26%), and just being too tired (33%) were the major obstacles to having fun. It is not surprising then, that travel - with its promise of no housework, the thrill of something new, and being with friends and family - comes in number one with most women.

A close second was jewelry. Among those respondents almost half say they would like to find a ring among their gifts, twenty percent prefer earrings, and sixteen percent say a necklace or chain would be the perfect gift.

(Hint: A big hit with moms and grandmothers is a ring or bracelets with children's... or grandchildren's birthstones. Watch out for earrings - make sure you know whether your fair lady has pierced ears, not everyone does!)

SURPRISE

Technology and electronic equipment rank third overall with the women in the study. Most of the women in this group want a new computer (30%) or a digital camera (25%).

However, rather than wanting to boast about their latest high-tech gadget, the study suggests that women rather look at the end result of technology - that is, staying in touch with loved ones - whether through e-mails and instant messages or sharing photographs online. And as evidence of women's comfort level with electronic equipment, a whopping 82 percent of those surveyed say they would buy these items for themselves.

WHAT WOMEN REALLY REALLY DON'T WANT

No big surprises here. According to the survey, the gifts that women least want are sports and outdoor equipment, bar and entertaining accessories (e.g., specialty glasses) and equipment for the car (e.g., car stereo, car cleaning kit).

The old favorite - flowers - is still a good standby.

The bottom line? Showing your appreciation with the gift of your time is one gift that will never go out of style.

2007--- The Year Of The Flamming Pig

Briefly Intro About CNY:

Chinese New Year, known in Chinese as the Spring Festival (Simplified Chinese: 春节; Traditional Chinese: 春節; pinyin: Chūnjié) or the Lunar New Year (Simplified Chinese: 农历新年; Traditional Chinese: 農曆新年; pinyin: Nónglì xīnnián), is the most important of the traditional Chinese holidays. The festival proper begins on the first day of the first lunar month (Chinese: 正月; pinyin: zhēng yuè) in the Chinese calendar and ends on the 15th, in which this day is called Lantern Festival or Shi Wu Wan (十五晚/元宵节) in Mandarin or Chap Goh Mei in Hokkien.

Chinese New Year's Eve is known as Chúxì (除夕). Chu literally means "change" and xi means "eve".

Celebrated internationally in areas with large populations of ethnic Chinese, Chinese New Year is considered a major holiday for the Chinese, and has had a strong influence on the new year celebrations of its neighbours. These include Japanese, Koreans, Miao (Chinese Hmong), Mongolians, Vietnamese, Tibetans, the Nepalese and the Bhutanese (see Losar).

Chinese New Year is also the time of the the largest human migration, when overseas Chinese all around the world travel home to have reunion dinners with their families on Chinese New Year's eve.

Every beginning of a brand new year, everyone will be concerning and caring about what will be happened to their Zodiac in the brand new year, instead of viewing the newspaper, why don’t you just view my Blog? Here is a list of the Chinese Zodiac:

Chinese New Year in 2007 is the Year of the Red Fire Pig. The year of the pig ends the 12 year cycle of the Chinese zodiac. Like the houses of the zodiac, the animals of Chinese astrology are said to influence your luck during the year. Your horoscopes for 2007, the year of the pig, depends on which animal signifies the year you were born.

Pigs are said to be very good matches for tigers and sheep, but do not get along well with snakes and monkeys. Other pigs, rabbits, horses, oxen, rats, roosters, dogs and dragons can make good companions, but the relationships are not always smooth or long lasting.

Babies born in the year of the pig are fortunate and make good partners in life. The pig is modest, sometimes quick to anger but also quick to learn and hard working. Their ability to see things through brings success in business and personal affairs.

Pig : 1911, 1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007
With the 2006 year of preparation behind them, those born in a pig year finally come into the full energy of their own sign. With all of the patient pig's attention to detail and hard work, the table has been set for this banquet year and pigs will enjoy sharing the feast with their family, friends and business associates. This will be a lucky year — with prosperity coming from success in business but also from unexpected money. Good fortune in 2007 is ahead for romantic adventures. A marriage for the pig this year is blessed with good omens. Family, always important to the pig, will be well taken care of and the home ruled by the pig will enjoy harmony and good fortune. Old business will be successful and new ventures will be fortunate.

Rat : 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008
The clever rat will do well to spend this year planning for the beginning of the next twelve year cycle. This cycle has been a bit difficult, but starting with the rat year in 2008, plans should start to succeed. This year of the Pig is a good time to be with friends and family who are celebrating the fullness of the year. Take care of old business and tie up loose ends that might get in the way of your coming good fortune. Enjoy vacations and hobbies this year. You will need to be well rested when your year begins.

Ox : 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997
The year of the hard working pig brings good fortune for the ox. The energy is there to get more done and this brings prosperity and success to the sturdy ox. Just remember that this is also a year of celebration. The ox should not become so busy with work that he misses the invitation to the banquet table. It is there that new opportunities will be discovered. The ox should take care to include time for romance in this year's busy work schedule.

Tiger : 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998
The wild tiger prospered in the year of the dog and the pig will not change your good fortune. Be more cautious this year. The pig invites the tiger to the party, but the guest may find it too easy to spend more than is wise — especially in the early year when the influence of the tiger sign raises the energy. The pouncing tiger must control the urge to jump and learn to walk at the pace of the steady pig. Balance between the banquet and serious business will bring success. It is not wise for the tiger to jump into business or romance decisions this year.

Rabbit : 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999
The rabbit is also a friend of the pig who likes to hop ahead. The clever rabbit will slow the pace and enjoy the friendship and steady good fortune of the year of the pig. The influence of the pig will make rabbit calmer and more ready for serious commitments. This year may add to the rabbit's family either through marriage or children. Business fortunes will be steady but not exceptional. The rabbit will be busy enjoying life and family and have less energy to spend on work.

Dragon : 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000
Dragon is very happy to see the pig. After a year of challenges by the yipping dog, the dragon is ready to sit at the banquet table and rest. The tired dragon must remember that the dog is not far away and the clouds of the dog year still dampen his fire. The pig year will bring fullness to the dragon who eats slowly. Self control does not come easily to the fierce dragon, but this year there is little energy stored after battling the dog. The wise dragon will spend resources with caution and build strength for new cycle starting with the rat year in 2008. Enjoy the quiet return to fullness and do not get frustrated at your weakness after battle with the dog all year in 2006. Your strength will return. This year plan trips and business ventures that will not need your full power. Success will come slowly. You will find many reasons for frustration with family and coworkers. It is not the fault of others that you cannot provide the energy you need this year. Control your fire breath and you will receive more assistance and find good fortune.

Snake : 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001
The snake will find that he has not been invited to the pig's table. This year is a time of quiet for the snake to lie coiled and waiting for the rat year that will bring a new wave of good fortune. You may enjoy the company of friends and family, but successful results in business will be limited. It is not a good time to begin new ventures or to challenge decisions. Avoid conflicts — they will not bring good outcomes with the opposite pig sign ruling this year. The snake should enjoy home, food and limited travel while planning for the much better prospects coming when the opposing pig sign is no longer dominant. The rat and ox years ahead promise that this next 12 year cycle will be good to the patient snake who gathers resources and plans to move when the time is right.

Horse : 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002
The horse will be invited to the party, but may find it difficult to get there. The energy of the horse is very different than the pig. The neighboring snake, who sits alone, may try to keep the horse from the feast by hiding the invitations or slowing down the messengers. You may find your business fortunes are delayed by slow associates and misdirected or misunderstood memos. You will not win the favor of the pig with expensive gifts. Spend wisely to pace your resources to last through the coming challenges of the rat year.

Sheep / Goat : 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003
At pig's table, sheep has the seat of honored guest. Luck and good fortune in romance and business are the gifts offered to the lucky sign this year. Gifts of money may surprise the sheep. The pig smiles on family and will shower the sheep who becomes engaged or married during this year with many blessings. Sheep born in this year will receive good fortune from the banquet host. The shy sheep or one who cannot decide may miss the advantage of all the opportunities that this year brings.

Monkey : 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004
Monkey will be invited to share the fullness of the table. This year will bring good fortune in business but monkey tends to rush to finish and the pig is a slow, detail minded sign. Expect frustration and delays, but do not get discouraged. These are minor setbacks, not the ill fortune of the last two years. The rat year coming up in 2008 will allow you to enjoy the full benefits of your patient work this year. Take time out to enjoy the pleasant year, it will help you to overcome the small frustrations in business. Be prepared for travel — you may even change where you live. All will be in preparation for the good fortune which the rat will share with you in 2008.

Rooster : 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005
Rooster will be at the feast, but pig is modest and rooster enjoys strutting. Conservative pig has little patience for rooster's emotional displays. In the pig year it is best to work on compromise. The rooster will worry about his seat at the table. Don't be foolish. Stop worrying and enjoy the party. Good fortune comes to the rooster who can copy the pigs steady pace. This does not come easy to the proud rooster and you will find that success this year takes more work. Business may suffer small problems, but a steady pig approach to completing tasks and following through on plans will bring rewards.

Dog: 1910, 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006
The dog leaves the dominant energy of 2006 as the pig arrives to close the cycle. The dog will continue to enjoy good fortune, but should look inward during the pig year. The feast of the pig year will be enjoyed by the dog only if it is shared with family and friends. The dog is still full of energy and will find that this attracts new friends. Relationships that begin in this pig year may be a source of good fortune in the next 12 year cycle. Calm and relaxing activities are the best idea for the dog who wants to be prepared for the rat year of 2008.