It's finally Friday and as usual I took the bus to KPD E for my Human Services class at 8 a.m. I really didn't know who to blame...Sigh...I was there at 7.50a.m. but the bus did not move till 8.10 or so...I was...kinda pissed off by the fact that it was all crowded and stuffy.
A guy stood beside me, let out a couple of sneezes...It felt gross itself, all the more, some 'fluid' substance fell on my left arm. It felt even worse. I wanted to utter out 'Bless you'. But I was very self-aware at that moment where I knew if I were to say that, it'll be considered as culturally not acceptable. Well...This reminded me of what had happened in LAX. The day when I was ready to board the plane to head back to Malaysia. An Asian man, while dealing something at the check in counter, was letting out a very very loud sneeze! Then, out of nowhere, in between the crowd, a loud 'Bless you' was shouted! Haha.....There was a blast of laughter at the airport. I was one of them who laughed as well.
I was thinking...Why these things could happen in US but why not in Malaysia. That'd make Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur a better place. Don't you think so? Where everybody isn't minding their own business, being cold blooded and numbed by many social issues. I miss the moments where I could say hi to anybody whom I met without being awkward or being judged as weirdo.
Do overprotective parents make us better? I don't know. but one saying says it all... Too much care kills a cat. I think I agree with the saying and it's true I suppose. I don't know how do parents feel. I'm not parents myself and I couldn't understand how it feels like when your children wants to go to Fraser's Hill. I'm confused... I wasn't allowed to go to Fraser's Hill cuz it seems to my parents that it's very dangerous. 'Why take the risk?'
I didn't want to argue with them cuz I know they love me but...back to the question again. Do cares like that make good?
Friday, May 30, 2008
Friday, May 23, 2008
For the very first time after so many months of not stepping into the local cinemas. My first time had given to Caryn, Pui Kit, Yi Yang and You Ming. I had a quite expensive lunch at Sushi Groove as well. I like the movie - Prince Caspian a lot. I personally liked it better compared to the first. The actors in the movie have grown up and they all looked gorgeous. It has so many biblical symbolic scenes.
'The same thing will not happen twice'. When I heard this, I immediately thought of the death of Christ on the cross for us. Yes, it will not happen again because His death and that He's risen from the dead had accomplished it all, once and for all. God is Almighty when the waters drowned the Telmarines who were trying to destroy the Kingdom of Narnia as well as the Narnians. Praise God for what He's done that He saves us from miry clay and hold our hands.
Solaire, if I didn't spell it wrong, had decent food. Although I don't really like the food, and plus, the mocktail that I ordered didn't come out well. Gunner it's the name. We had a lot of fun and we're glad that we could celebrate Mad's and PuiKit's birthday!!! Yay!!! I think we scared away many people in the restaurant. We made too much noise!! What to do?...we are young adults, students from HELP University College.
'The same thing will not happen twice'. When I heard this, I immediately thought of the death of Christ on the cross for us. Yes, it will not happen again because His death and that He's risen from the dead had accomplished it all, once and for all. God is Almighty when the waters drowned the Telmarines who were trying to destroy the Kingdom of Narnia as well as the Narnians. Praise God for what He's done that He saves us from miry clay and hold our hands.
Solaire, if I didn't spell it wrong, had decent food. Although I don't really like the food, and plus, the mocktail that I ordered didn't come out well. Gunner it's the name. We had a lot of fun and we're glad that we could celebrate Mad's and PuiKit's birthday!!! Yay!!! I think we scared away many people in the restaurant. We made too much noise!! What to do?...we are young adults, students from HELP University College.
Monday, May 19, 2008
I need the fresh anointing...
I found myself lost in the middle and I'm still adjusting to the 'new' environment. Even though I've lived here for most of my life but...I found it hard to get myself back to this solid and cruel ground.
I hit hard on the floor and this is disheartening. Many things had happened. I couldn't feel the ground and it's frustrating me. I'm moody since I'm back. It feels as if I couldn't fit in anymore. It feels weird and I'm trying my best not to show it.
I must admit that I got used to the indulging life in US. Almost everything doesn't work out good since I'm back; be it with family, school and friends...
Lord, I will keep relying on you so that I will gain the strength once again. REFRESHED AND RENEWED...
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Finally home....
Home??? Doesn't sound very appealing to me... The weather is just unbearable. It's difficult. The humidity suffocates me. I could name a million of bad things after I came back but at the same time, I couldn't resist the benefits of being a Malaysian. Still, I'm proud to be a Malaysian.
I thought I've used to the unfriendliness here in Malaysia or even Asia. But, just after I arrived Singapore Changi International Airport, I was entertained by a very rude customer service agent. I was very mad at her but still, to show my patience, I talked gently to her.
Couldn't take it when I asked 'How are you' and it comes without an answer or even a brief smile. I must say it's very very relevant to me now that Malaysia being rated as one of the rudest countries.
Reflecting back when I was in Great Falls. Everybody or almost everyone show kindness and friendliness to strangers. Does it mean that I'm experiencing culture shock here? Maybe...
Why is there a vast difference between cultures and how do they form? Who started certain culture and how it was being brought down? Generations after generations...
Here, if you were to smile to someone, you will be assumed to be a weirdo. To certain culture, expressing friendliness means doing something cuckoo. I had a deep thought on Monday during PSY 206. Certain behaviours are thought to be abnormal here while it's perfectly normal and acceptable in other places.
I was being seen as a weirdo when I just blurted a 'hi' to one of the salesmen in Digital Mall earlier. I was so used to say hello to people I met in US and of course, without fail, they'd smile and utter 'hi' to me. I must say that they looked attractive even though their features might not be. Nevertheless,people here have attractive faces, but with ugly manners. If were to compare, the latter will lose out.
So, reality tells me..Getting adjusted to the 'new' culture is extremely needed.
I thought I've used to the unfriendliness here in Malaysia or even Asia. But, just after I arrived Singapore Changi International Airport, I was entertained by a very rude customer service agent. I was very mad at her but still, to show my patience, I talked gently to her.
Couldn't take it when I asked 'How are you' and it comes without an answer or even a brief smile. I must say it's very very relevant to me now that Malaysia being rated as one of the rudest countries.
Reflecting back when I was in Great Falls. Everybody or almost everyone show kindness and friendliness to strangers. Does it mean that I'm experiencing culture shock here? Maybe...
Why is there a vast difference between cultures and how do they form? Who started certain culture and how it was being brought down? Generations after generations...
Here, if you were to smile to someone, you will be assumed to be a weirdo. To certain culture, expressing friendliness means doing something cuckoo. I had a deep thought on Monday during PSY 206. Certain behaviours are thought to be abnormal here while it's perfectly normal and acceptable in other places.
I was being seen as a weirdo when I just blurted a 'hi' to one of the salesmen in Digital Mall earlier. I was so used to say hello to people I met in US and of course, without fail, they'd smile and utter 'hi' to me. I must say that they looked attractive even though their features might not be. Nevertheless,people here have attractive faces, but with ugly manners. If were to compare, the latter will lose out.
So, reality tells me..Getting adjusted to the 'new' culture is extremely needed.
Friday, May 9, 2008
Anaheim - San Diego - Universal Studio - Las Vegas - San Francisco - Los Angeles
17-day trip ended just like that. Putting the period sign for my U.S. Work and Travel Program.
It was filled with fun, joy, perplexity and eye-opening encounters. First, when I was asked to pay $100 for my overweight luggages. It almost ruined my many good plans for the trip. Nonetheless, we are supposed to look forward and keep moving! And hence, my journey turned out better than what I expected.
I got to meet travellers from other places: Hong Kong, Taiwan, China, Indonesia, Europe, Vietnam Singapore and locals. Thank God for bringing me so many special friends into my life as I was going through the days.
Disneyland Theme Park for me indeed is the happiest place.
Universal Studio is a up and hip place! Youngsters are all over the places enjoying special shows and rides. I was one of them elated with excitement! 'The Mummy Revenge' ride was the most thrilling part followed by Jurassic Park ride. I love those rides! Got my adrenaline pumpin'!
Studio Tour brought you to witness with the greatest production ever; what and how to.
Haha... Watching people soaked wet was another fun thing to do as well!! Getting wet in sunny day is a great idea!
San Diego - another city in California. The Sea World didn't sound appealing to me. Maybe it's just me.
Las Vegas! a.k.a Sin City!! It's gorgeous at night and very very very very happening!! More bounce! World's largest hotels are here in the middle of the desert. It was amazing to know how many tourists came to visit Las Vegas for the past 5 years and how tremendously the city has changed since the last couple years!
Grand Canyon!! SPECTACULAR! It's more than meet the eye! I was totally feeling it. 'Lord I'm Amazed by You' ... Formed way before B.C and has been around for more than a billion years. I was so tiny compared to the great Grand Canyon. I was very moved by the creation of God and was amazed by His love. Deeply touched by everything I saw.
Yosemite National Park
Finally, some cool breeze with elevation of 7000 feet. Awesome! I love the place for its serenity and peace. Very tiring journey but worth the travel.
San Francisco
Famous for its Fisherman's Wharf, Crooked Street and Golden Gate Bridge! The houses were so nicely organized and it's a good residential place.
The City Hall is another classic building which is mainly built with granite from top to bottom. Castro Street, Alcatraz and more...
Monterey Bay
A place where renown artists wanted to stay away from the busy and stressful world. Famous directors like Stephen Spielberg spent a huge deal of money to build himself a bungalow so that he could indulge in his very own kind of lifestyle here.
Los Angeles
Melrose strip, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Rodeo Drive, The Grove & the Farmers' Market, and the Robertsons Boulevard were the only places I went in L.A. Maybe it's because I was tired by all the travelling or maybe it's just the city itself that I lost the interest to explore further. Nothing much could be seen other than the branded stores, high rise buildings, and repetitive scenes.
It was filled with fun, joy, perplexity and eye-opening encounters. First, when I was asked to pay $100 for my overweight luggages. It almost ruined my many good plans for the trip. Nonetheless, we are supposed to look forward and keep moving! And hence, my journey turned out better than what I expected.
I got to meet travellers from other places: Hong Kong, Taiwan, China, Indonesia, Europe, Vietnam Singapore and locals. Thank God for bringing me so many special friends into my life as I was going through the days.
Disneyland Theme Park for me indeed is the happiest place.
Universal Studio is a up and hip place! Youngsters are all over the places enjoying special shows and rides. I was one of them elated with excitement! 'The Mummy Revenge' ride was the most thrilling part followed by Jurassic Park ride. I love those rides! Got my adrenaline pumpin'!
Studio Tour brought you to witness with the greatest production ever; what and how to.
Haha... Watching people soaked wet was another fun thing to do as well!! Getting wet in sunny day is a great idea!
San Diego - another city in California. The Sea World didn't sound appealing to me. Maybe it's just me.
Las Vegas! a.k.a Sin City!! It's gorgeous at night and very very very very happening!! More bounce! World's largest hotels are here in the middle of the desert. It was amazing to know how many tourists came to visit Las Vegas for the past 5 years and how tremendously the city has changed since the last couple years!
Grand Canyon!! SPECTACULAR! It's more than meet the eye! I was totally feeling it. 'Lord I'm Amazed by You' ... Formed way before B.C and has been around for more than a billion years. I was so tiny compared to the great Grand Canyon. I was very moved by the creation of God and was amazed by His love. Deeply touched by everything I saw.
Yosemite National Park
Finally, some cool breeze with elevation of 7000 feet. Awesome! I love the place for its serenity and peace. Very tiring journey but worth the travel.
San Francisco
Famous for its Fisherman's Wharf, Crooked Street and Golden Gate Bridge! The houses were so nicely organized and it's a good residential place.
The City Hall is another classic building which is mainly built with granite from top to bottom. Castro Street, Alcatraz and more...
Monterey Bay
A place where renown artists wanted to stay away from the busy and stressful world. Famous directors like Stephen Spielberg spent a huge deal of money to build himself a bungalow so that he could indulge in his very own kind of lifestyle here.
Los Angeles
Melrose strip, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Rodeo Drive, The Grove & the Farmers' Market, and the Robertsons Boulevard were the only places I went in L.A. Maybe it's because I was tired by all the travelling or maybe it's just the city itself that I lost the interest to explore further. Nothing much could be seen other than the branded stores, high rise buildings, and repetitive scenes.
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