Monday, December 28, 2009
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Farewell
My farewell note....
I’ll be leaving SBO this week. The journey of six months, though a short period, has been a very inspiriting and fruitful one.
SBO has been a fertile ground which taught me a lot of things and sharpened me intellectually. I’m indebted to this company and each of you with whom I interacted at various times. Special thanks to SD, SME, SME-1 and the SME-1 team.
A heartfelt gratitude for your guidance, kindness, support, and friendship. Working with all of you will remain one of the memorable phases of my life.
I will be going back to KL by this week. I do hope we could keep in touch in the future. My email address is natasya.jiaweyn@gmail.com. My personal contact no. is 012-xxxxxxx
I wish you and the company all the best in future ~
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Bora Bora Island
I haven't uploaded anything since few weeks back. Upon somebody's request, I'm going to introduce to you all:
Dang! dang! dang! Bora Bora Island!!!
See the pictures? Her beauty is indescribable. So mesmerizing, picturesque and serene. Hopefully one day I could pay a visit and stay at one of the chalet and I will be touched to tears of happiness!!!
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
KK visit #1: KK bird sanctuary
In view of Kee Foo's effort to lure all of you to KK, I have decided to contribute to this mission too. Last Wednesday I visited the Kota Kinabalu City Bird Sanctuary with my friend, Yuen. This bird sanctuary is located in the heart of KK City, near Likas. It is actually a mangrove forest around 24 hectare. We read from the website that this sanctuary is a home to many kind of waterbirds like Kingfishers, Doves, Starlings, Lora's and Pigeons. However we couldn't see any during our trip there!
I was standing on a 30m height observatory tower.
A very picturesque view. The trees grow along the river bank.
We could see the mangrove canopy better from the observatory tower.
There is a 1.5km boardwalk to bring us deep into the mangrove forest.
Very serene and windy though a bit warm.
I was standing on a 30m height observatory tower.
A very picturesque view. The trees grow along the river bank. 
We could see the mangrove canopy better from the observatory tower.
There is a 1.5km boardwalk to bring us deep into the mangrove forest.
Very serene and windy though a bit warm.Saturday, September 26, 2009
About me
A friend would like to know more about me therefore put a list like this for me to answer:
1. I like to….
2. I don’t like to …..
3. I’m scared of …..
4. I find it ….
5. I believe that …..
6. I think that …..
7. I have always wanted to …..
8. …. are important for me.
9. I am happy when …..
10. Sometimes I live life like …..
My answer:
1. I like to eat all kind of fruits and vegetables.
2. I don't like to waste my time worrying over something that's not going to happen.
3. I’m scared of chickens and ducks.
4. I find it funny when people get agitated when driving on the road.
5. I believe that 40% work smart plus 60% work hard contribute to success.
6. I think people look nicer when they wear a smiling face and have a gentle heart.
7. I have always wanted to dye my hair violet and red.
8. Career satisfaction and financial freedom are important for me.
9. I am happy when my family and friends care for me.
10. Sometimes I live life like I’m going to die tomorrow.
A very delicious and affordable Fish Bihun at Lintas, KK.
1. I like to….
2. I don’t like to …..
3. I’m scared of …..
4. I find it ….
5. I believe that …..
6. I think that …..
7. I have always wanted to …..
8. …. are important for me.
9. I am happy when …..
10. Sometimes I live life like …..
My answer:
1. I like to eat all kind of fruits and vegetables.
2. I don't like to waste my time worrying over something that's not going to happen.
3. I’m scared of chickens and ducks.
4. I find it funny when people get agitated when driving on the road.
5. I believe that 40% work smart plus 60% work hard contribute to success.
6. I think people look nicer when they wear a smiling face and have a gentle heart.
7. I have always wanted to dye my hair violet and red.
8. Career satisfaction and financial freedom are important for me.
9. I am happy when my family and friends care for me.
10. Sometimes I live life like I’m going to die tomorrow.
A very delicious and affordable Fish Bihun at Lintas, KK.Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Recaps
Alas! I am finally back to the main land~
Some flash back....
My previous experience on Sapura3000 was too wonderful that I was hoping this trip would be a comfortable one. Ok, it’s actually quite comfortable, especially when I stayed in this OS room with an attached bathroom. Before that I was in this double room which I had to share the cannot-be-locked bathroom with the other room. Luckily I moved in to the single room huh.
It was so weird that how men and women were so different. I talked to a few Turkmens when I was having my dinner that day. They asked me how I have felt since I have been alone with all the men around me. I tried to answer politely that I have not felt even a bit uneasy though reality is the opposite. Then a Turkmen said, “if I were to be surrounded by all women, I will be so happy”. I supposed that is true and applicable for almost all the men.
Life at offshore operation was a bit routine and repeating. Operation crews are monitoring the process, instrument, equipment and facilities all the time. The construction crews are performing the structural/ painting work. Everything is very habitual. And seeing the crews working so hard to earn a living, I thought that human are just great and persistent. They could even survive this harsh and risky environment under the burning sun. A supervisor and a fitter in their fifties with white hair are still laboring to support themselves and their family. I guessed life will never fail people who try so hard. Salute~
This trip was a fruitful and meaningful one. It makes me think deeper and harder if I'm suitable to be an offshore field engineer,and if I have the courage and brilliance to survive the demanding offshore life.
p/s: going to upload the photos soon.
Some flash back....
My previous experience on Sapura3000 was too wonderful that I was hoping this trip would be a comfortable one. Ok, it’s actually quite comfortable, especially when I stayed in this OS room with an attached bathroom. Before that I was in this double room which I had to share the cannot-be-locked bathroom with the other room. Luckily I moved in to the single room huh.
It was so weird that how men and women were so different. I talked to a few Turkmens when I was having my dinner that day. They asked me how I have felt since I have been alone with all the men around me. I tried to answer politely that I have not felt even a bit uneasy though reality is the opposite. Then a Turkmen said, “if I were to be surrounded by all women, I will be so happy”. I supposed that is true and applicable for almost all the men.
Life at offshore operation was a bit routine and repeating. Operation crews are monitoring the process, instrument, equipment and facilities all the time. The construction crews are performing the structural/ painting work. Everything is very habitual. And seeing the crews working so hard to earn a living, I thought that human are just great and persistent. They could even survive this harsh and risky environment under the burning sun. A supervisor and a fitter in their fifties with white hair are still laboring to support themselves and their family. I guessed life will never fail people who try so hard. Salute~
This trip was a fruitful and meaningful one. It makes me think deeper and harder if I'm suitable to be an offshore field engineer,and if I have the courage and brilliance to survive the demanding offshore life.
p/s: going to upload the photos soon.
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Blah blah blah`````
I saw my primary school graduation photo on Facebook. Apparently an ex-classmate uploaded our graduation class photo onto Facebook. A very touching move! Salute~ I just knew that there'll be a gathering at KL on 17 October, sadly I couldn't attend. I have missed a few gatherings before this when I was studying at UTP and now being faraway from KL, guessed there's no fate for me to meet my ex-school mates.
Next Tuesday I will be going offshore to one of the Sabah platforms. I have just finished packing. My mind was definitely firmed and determined on carrying out on my initial offshore plan but frankly speaking, I’m anxious and uneasy this time around. Last trip I went with another female colleague but this time around I will be alone there. Imagine onboard with all other men....a bit daunting. I put my almighty focus on the good things and telling my heart not to worry. Apparently, I still need more effort.
I came across this saying last week, "We are at our very best, and we are happiest, when we are fully engaged in work we enjoy on the journey towards the goal we have established for ourselves. It gives meaning to our time off and comfort to our sleep. It makes everything else in life so wonderful, so worthwhile." It was quoted from EARL NIGHTINGALE, a well-known motivational speaker.
This has stirred my thoughts. Principally if I do my best everyday then in the end of the day, I sleep soundly with a sense of satisfaction and fulfilment. Unfortunately, I have done nothing much today. I’m feeling a bit empty yet I have to sleep anyway.
p/s: Downloading FMA-Brotherhood, at least I watched a few anime episodes today ^-^
Next Tuesday I will be going offshore to one of the Sabah platforms. I have just finished packing. My mind was definitely firmed and determined on carrying out on my initial offshore plan but frankly speaking, I’m anxious and uneasy this time around. Last trip I went with another female colleague but this time around I will be alone there. Imagine onboard with all other men....a bit daunting. I put my almighty focus on the good things and telling my heart not to worry. Apparently, I still need more effort.
I came across this saying last week, "We are at our very best, and we are happiest, when we are fully engaged in work we enjoy on the journey towards the goal we have established for ourselves. It gives meaning to our time off and comfort to our sleep. It makes everything else in life so wonderful, so worthwhile." It was quoted from EARL NIGHTINGALE, a well-known motivational speaker.
This has stirred my thoughts. Principally if I do my best everyday then in the end of the day, I sleep soundly with a sense of satisfaction and fulfilment. Unfortunately, I have done nothing much today. I’m feeling a bit empty yet I have to sleep anyway.
p/s: Downloading FMA-Brotherhood, at least I watched a few anime episodes today ^-^
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
太阳，月亮，星星
朋友曾说我以前像太阳，现在像月亮。我想说，不急不急，我迟点儿就要像星星，再一些日子就要像陨石了。
大家总是喜欢用太阳月亮星星来比喻一个人的性格，发光体就是太阳，温和体就是月亮，星星是借由太阳光才能发亮，，陨石就甭说了，是颗坠落的星星。
世上的事物每天在改变，这是一个亘古不变的道理，那人的性格呢？我自觉自己真的改变了许多，只是似乎不是往好的方向前进哦。
一直都明白有很多事情不是在自己的控制范围内，所以尽量配合种种因素。今天才发现，人真的是能伸能屈的，既然不能改变周遭的环境，就只好改变自己了。究竟为了环境而改变了的自己还是自己吗？
就让我多愁善感一天吧，明天我会打起精神，尽量拖延自己变 星星的过程。
p/s: 星星是发光体，只是平时太阳光太亮了，所以看不到星星。对不起，常识不足，汗颜。
大家总是喜欢用太阳月亮星星来比喻一个人的性格，发光体就是太阳，温和体就是月亮，
世上的事物每天在改变，这是一个亘古不变的道理，那人的性格呢？我自觉自己真的改变了许多，只是似乎不是往好的方向前进哦。
一直都明白有很多事情不是在自己的控制范围内，所以尽量配合种种因素。今天才发现，人真的是能伸能屈的，既然不能改变周遭的环境，就只好改变自己了。究竟为了环境而改变了的自己还是自己吗？
就让我多愁善感一天吧，明天我会打起精神，尽量拖延自己变 星星的过程。
p/s: 星星是发光体，只是平时太阳光太亮了，所以看不到星星。对不起，常识不足，汗颜。
Saturday, September 5, 2009
Prayers
Two main catastrophic events occurred in these past two months:
In August, Typhoon Morakot wrought catastrophic damage in Taiwan, causing 461 people dead and 192 others missing. This extreme weather triggered enormous mudslides and severe flooding throughout southern Taiwan. One mudslide buried the entire town of Xiaolin, killing an estimated 500 people in the village alone. Nearly 2,000 homes were destroyed in the country and 136,000 more were reported to have sustained damage. The storm also caused severe flooding in the northern Philippines that killed 26 people.
Another disaster was the powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake that hit Inodnesia West Java on last Thursday, killed over 60 people, injured 400 others and destroyed 87,000 homes. A group of 30 volunteers comprising Malaysian medical students from several universities have been deployed to Indonesia to provide assistance to victims.
My modest observation (maybe a wrong one) is that Malaysia sent assist team to Indonesia but not to Taiwan and Philippines. This has triggered some thoughts. Is it because Indonesia is nearer to Malaysia than Taiwan and Philippines? Whenever disasters occurred innon-Muslim countries only several local newspapers will raise fund to help the victims. Erm.... I don’t mean to be offensive. Let us donate some money and pray for the victims of these events and lastly, be grateful of what we have today.
In August, Typhoon Morakot wrought catastrophic damage in Taiwan, causing 461 people dead and 192 others missing. This extreme weather triggered enormous mudslides and severe flooding throughout southern Taiwan. One mudslide buried the entire town of Xiaolin, killing an estimated 500 people in the village alone. Nearly 2,000 homes were destroyed in the country and 136,000 more were reported to have sustained damage. The storm also caused severe flooding in the northern Philippines that killed 26 people.
Another disaster was the powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake that hit Inodnesia West Java on last Thursday, killed over 60 people, injured 400 others and destroyed 87,000 homes. A group of 30 volunteers comprising Malaysian medical students from several universities have been deployed to Indonesia to provide assistance to victims.
My modest observation (maybe a wrong one) is that Malaysia sent assist team to Indonesia but not to Taiwan and Philippines. This has triggered some thoughts. Is it because Indonesia is nearer to Malaysia than Taiwan and Philippines? Whenever disasters occurred in
Saturday, August 29, 2009
慈济家访
今天第一次在KK参加慈济的活动--家访。
每一年这里的慈济都会分发助学金给贫困的学生。首先，KK每间学校会把二十位学生的个人资料和家庭情况告知慈济，再由慈济志工去拜访每个家庭，再来鉴定是否能通过批准。
我们今天只是成功拜访了两个家庭，其余的不在家，或无法联络上，只好作罢。
走进第一个学生的家，那是非常简陋的木板屋，地主向他们拿每月RM109的“屋租”，可是屋子是他们自己搭建的，而且地主征收的水电费竟然比原本的贵了一倍。听到这儿，真的想去找地主理论！学生的爸爸月入只有RM800，时常向老板预支薪水，所以到月杪薪水就寥寥无几了。一家八口，六个孩子们都正在求学，没其他收入。其实RM800也似乎养不活我自己一人，都不知那微薄的薪水，如何养活他们！
第二个学生的父亲是个警察，1995年入警队，可不知为何，到了14年后的今天，他的薪水还不到两千。他们住的是陈旧的警察宿舍，八个人住一间小小的屋子，六个孩子们也正在求学。而且，他还需要照顾双亲已离世的侄儿。
我在很小的时候也曾住过这样的警察宿舍，蓝色的，旧旧的，墙壁发出一种怪怪的味道,幸好后来搬家了。想来我搬家的次数不下五次，如果真要旧地重游，不只那屋子是否还在。
言归正传，当我看到那位警察先生的生活状况，再对照一个普通白领的生活，我就明白为何没人愿意当警察了。我们时常抱怨警察贪污，不忠守本分，可想一想，他们也是普通人，拿一份微薄的薪水，还要被人们斥骂，真辛苦。
这两个家庭的共同点，就是孩子多。真不知他们是希望能籍由孩子来改变未来家庭情况，还是他们没有认真实行家庭生育计划，导致孩子一个跟着一个出生，增加开销。反观城市里的人，孩子却越生越少，务必要做到“重质不重量”。到底当一个家庭无法负担孩子的教育费时，夫妻是否应掂一掂自己的斤两然后节育？还是该顺从天意和“需要”？我看着他们和孩子们的脸孔，知道他们迫切想要得到这笔助学金。孩子心里会感到无奈和悲怨吗？父母会愧疚和心痛吗？还记得中国就发生父亲因无法供孩子的大学费用而愧疚自杀，贫穷逼得人走上绝路吗？
我想，我未必能把最好的给我的孩子，但如果我不能让孩子安心求学，我也会内疚吧！真希望这少少的助学金能减轻一点负担，让这些父母和孩子松一口气。
今天的我特别感谢父母和社会能让我无忧无虑地完成学业，感恩。
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每一年这里的慈济都会分发助学金给贫困的学生。首先，KK每间学校会把二十位学生的个人资料和家庭情况告知慈济，再由慈济志工去拜访每个家庭，再来鉴定是否能通过批准。
我们今天只是成功拜访了两个家庭，其余的不在家，或无法联络上，只好作罢。
走进第一个学生的家，那是非常简陋的木板屋，地主向他们拿每月RM109的“屋租”，可是屋子是他们自己搭建的，而且地主征收的水电费竟然比原本的贵了一倍。听到这儿，真的想去找地主理论！学生的爸爸月入只有RM800，时常向老板预支薪水，所以到月杪薪水就寥寥无几了。一家八口，六个孩子们都正在求学，没其他收入。其实RM800也似乎养不活我自己一人，都不知那微薄的薪水，如何养活他们！
第二个学生的父亲是个警察，1995年入警队，可不知为何，到了14年后的今天，他的薪水还不到两千。他们住的是陈旧的警察宿舍，八个人住一间小小的屋子，六个孩子们也正在求学。而且，他还需要照顾双亲已离世的侄儿。
我在很小的时候也曾住过这样的警察宿舍，蓝色的，旧旧的，墙壁发出一种怪怪的味道,幸好后来搬家了。想来我搬家的次数不下五次，如果真要旧地重游，不只那屋子是否还在。
言归正传，当我看到那位警察先生的生活状况，再对照一个普通白领的生活，我就明白为何没人愿意当警察了。我们时常抱怨警察贪污，不忠守本分，可想一想，他们也是普通人，拿一份微薄的薪水，还要被人们斥骂，真辛苦。
这两个家庭的共同点，就是孩子多。真不知他们是希望能籍由孩子来改变未来家庭情况，还是他们没有认真实行家庭生育计划，导致孩子一个跟着一个出生，增加开销。反观城市里的人，孩子却越生越少，务必要做到“重质不重量”。到底当一个家庭无法负担孩子的教育费时，夫妻是否应掂一掂自己的斤两然后节育？还是该顺从天意和“需要”？我看着他们和孩子们的脸孔，知道他们迫切想要得到这笔助学金。孩子心里会感到无奈和悲怨吗？父母会愧疚和心痛吗？还记得中国就发生父亲因无法供孩子的大学费用而愧疚自杀，贫穷逼得人走上绝路吗？
我想，我未必能把最好的给我的孩子，但如果我不能让孩子安心求学，我也会内疚吧！真希望这少少的助学金能减轻一点负担，让这些父母和孩子松一口气。
今天的我特别感谢父母和社会能让我无忧无虑地完成学业，感恩。
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It was my first time to participate in Tzu Chi activities at Kota Kinabalu - home visits.
Every year KK Tzu Chi grants a nominal amount of compensation to the poor students. First of all, each school will hand in the personal data of 20 chosen students and then the Tzu Chi volunteers will visit every family to identify the qualified students. Today, we have succeeded only in visiting two families. The others were either not at home or could not be contacted.
The family of the first student, Helena lives in a very shabby wooden house. They have to pay RM109 per month to rent the land without a house. They built the house themselves. Moreover, the charges of utilities are double than the original priced. That ruthless landlord! Helena’s father earns an income of RM800 and from time to time he makes an advance of salary from his boss. So in the end of the month there are only a few pennies left. This is a family of eight with six children attending school, there’s no other income! While RM800 doesn’t seem to keep me living I do not know how that meager salary could feed them well! The second student's father was a policeman. He joined police force in 1995 but I don’t know why, until today, his salary is less than RM2000. They lived in an old police quarter with eight people live under one roof. He also has seven children, including a nephew to feed.
Frankly speaking, this could be the sole reason people rarely want to be a policeman. We often complain about police corruption, their irresponsibility and unreliability but wait; you may want to think twice when you see them getting a scanty salary but still being told off so hard by the public.
What I observed from these two families is they have many children. Somehow I wonder why they didn’t seriously carry out family planning, resulting in a “overcrowded” family. In contrary, the urban people “strongly” believe in “quality” and not “quantity". I still remember whenever I tell my friends I have four siblings they will be left in “admiration”.
Back to the topic. When a family cannot afford their children's education and healthy lifestyle, shall the couple weigh these things and do some “birth control”? Or shall they obey to God’s Will and give in to their "need"? I watched the children's faces and know they desperately want to get this grant. Do they feel helpless and sad? Do the parents feel guilty? Or am I thinking too much? I still remembered there was news on the suicide of a China father because he couldn’t afford his child's costly university fees. I think I may not be able to provide my children the best of everything but if my children don’t feel at ease to study, I will definitely feel guilty. I really hope that this bit of grants can reduce the family burden.
Today I am grateful to my parents and the community for I could complete my studies worries-free.
Friday, August 28, 2009
My graduation photos
A lot has happened since the convocation ceremony. Here is a trivial matter: I received the wrong graduation photo from the photography shop Cham Sam Lock, Ipoh.
I called the shop. I was a bit disappointed that they accused me of lying. However they said if i return the wrong picture to them, they will gladly post me the one i picked. So in the end, they emailed me a set of low-resolution photos so i could pick the one i want.
They posted me this photo.
I want this photo.
Hopefully my friends do not meet this problem as me.
Monday, August 3, 2009
Another day offshore
I'm still on the derrick barge waiting for the installation of the KNJT-C Jacket Platform. The exact location is about 55 km from Labuan. I was supposed to be back onshore last Sunday but due the the adverse weather the boatrun back to Labuan was cancelled. Since I want to watch the installation I have to stay here until everything is done.
The jacket is being tied down on the barge Giant 2.
While I was standing on the work deck looking at the sea, what i could see were only the barge Iwas on, the "mesmerizing" sea and the azure blue sky. That moment I felt myself minuscule compared to the ocean. I can feel the saltiness brought by the soothing sea breeze.
This was me wearing the safety coverall. Beside me was the inspector.
Anyway most of the time what I do -- eat, chat, watch tv, surf internet and sleep. Of course I did study about the whole installation procedures of the jacket. Hopefully it can be carried out soon so I could go back home!
Saturday, August 1, 2009
A peaceful day
Yeah today was a peaceful day, which meant nothing actually happened.
I was suppose to witness the installation of the new jacket platform KNJT-C. However due to high swell period and wind speed, the installation couldn't be carried out. Since I was idle (nothing to do) so I have been eating alot. The food here are nice and unlimited. There are chocolate, ice cream, drinks, yogurts and different cooking style of food. Basically there are three meals with three tea breaks in between. I'm gaining weight huh.
Thank you for those who left messages on my facebook wall and on my blog. I'm grateful that people are remembering me and my birthday (I know there's a reminder on facebook). All in all, thx lots :) May everybody is in good health.
I was suppose to witness the installation of the new jacket platform KNJT-C. However due to high swell period and wind speed, the installation couldn't be carried out. Since I was idle (nothing to do) so I have been eating alot. The food here are nice and unlimited. There are chocolate, ice cream, drinks, yogurts and different cooking style of food. Basically there are three meals with three tea breaks in between. I'm gaining weight huh.
Thank you for those who left messages on my facebook wall and on my blog. I'm grateful that people are remembering me and my birthday (I know there's a reminder on facebook). All in all, thx lots :) May everybody is in good health.
Friday, July 31, 2009
First time offshore
It is my first time offshore.
Tomorrow is my birthday and I'm going to spend it offshore. Honestly speaking, now I'm a bit regretful for making such a decision.
This morning 7a.m. i took KK flight to Labuan. Upon reaching Labuan my colleague and I checked in to Waterfront hotel.
At 4p.m. the boat departed from the jetty. We headed to Kinabalu field which is 50km distance from onshore. You don't need me to describe how bad the weather and sea condition were. A normal 2 hour boat journey took us almost 3.5 hours to reach the Sapura 3000 workboat. I vomited at least 3 times :( and kept asking when we would arrive our destination.
Now i am in the client cabin surfing internet and writing my post. Luckily the living quarter condition is good however i couldn't contact the outside world using my cell phone (obviously there's no reception here). The only way I could contact my family and friends is through internet. And also, i couldn't log in to facebook. it has been blocked. So my friends, or whoever want to wish me happy birthday just leave your message here. Thank you :)
That's all. I wish myself Happy 23rd birthday!!!!!! Stay healthy and cheerful :) Also thank you Mommy~~ without you I won't be in this world hehe.
p/s: I couldn't blog before this because blogger.com is being blocked by petronas server.
Tomorrow is my birthday and I'm going to spend it offshore. Honestly speaking, now I'm a bit regretful for making such a decision.
This morning 7a.m. i took KK flight to Labuan. Upon reaching Labuan my colleague and I checked in to Waterfront hotel.
At 4p.m. the boat departed from the jetty. We headed to Kinabalu field which is 50km distance from onshore. You don't need me to describe how bad the weather and sea condition were. A normal 2 hour boat journey took us almost 3.5 hours to reach the Sapura 3000 workboat. I vomited at least 3 times :( and kept asking when we would arrive our destination.
Now i am in the client cabin surfing internet and writing my post. Luckily the living quarter condition is good however i couldn't contact the outside world using my cell phone (obviously there's no reception here). The only way I could contact my family and friends is through internet. And also, i couldn't log in to facebook. it has been blocked. So my friends, or whoever want to wish me happy birthday just leave your message here. Thank you :)
That's all. I wish myself Happy 23rd birthday!!!!!! Stay healthy and cheerful :) Also thank you Mommy~~ without you I won't be in this world hehe.
p/s: I couldn't blog before this because blogger.com is being blocked by petronas server.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Langkawi chocolate hunt!
Langkawi trip could be a nice one if you have money in pocket! There are so many exciting activities, you could join the island hoping, eagle feeding, jungle trekking etc. We have been to Langkawi a few times before. This time around our target was shopping.
Chocolate is always our favourite. You can see below is my family collection of chocolate and liquor from langkawi.
A variety of chocolates.
This is my brother's collection.
The liquor only costed 3.50rm - 5.00rm each bottle.
Chocolate is always our favourite. You can see below is my family collection of chocolate and liquor from langkawi.
A variety of chocolates.
This is my brother's collection.
The liquor only costed 3.50rm - 5.00rm each bottle. Much of the chocolate bought were in the form of sweet chocolate, combining chocolate with sugar. Some are white chocolate, dark chocolate and liquor chocolate.
Chocolate has become one of the most popular flavors in the world. Gifts of chocolate molded into different shapes have become a custom especially on Valentine's Day. My brother secretly bought a few gracefully wrapped presents for his girlfriends.
We bought four bottles of liquor and shared among us. We think that.....
Chocolate has become one of the most popular flavors in the world. Gifts of chocolate molded into different shapes have become a custom especially on Valentine's Day. My brother secretly bought a few gracefully wrapped presents for his girlfriends.
We bought four bottles of liquor and shared among us. We think that.....
Vodka Ice tasted like Sprite
Vodka Pink tasted like 100 plus
Kampai Blueberry tasted like cough syrup.
Whisky Cola tasted like coke.
Vodka Pink tasted like 100 plus
Kampai Blueberry tasted like cough syrup.
Whisky Cola tasted like coke.
Monday, April 20, 2009
My Handbook 2009
This is actually a forward mail which I find very meaningful and suitable as my guidance in year 2009 (though now it's April already). I edited a few to suit my preferences.
Health:
Society:
There are so many things I wish to achieve in my life. I will do it bit by bit. Gambate~
Health:
- Drink plenty of water to avoid dry lips (I'm still having this problem).
- Eat more natural and organic foods instead of factory processed food, and less seafood.
- Eat less fried, oily and spicy food.
- Sleep for at least 7 hours a day.
- Exercise at least 3 times a week, 30 minutes each time.
- Don't compare my life to others'. I don't want to be green with jealousy.
- Don't have negative thoughts on things I cannot control especially about my future.Instead be positive at the present moment.
- Don't waste time on gossip. Do not talk bad about people.
- Be daring to dream and to pursue my dreams. Go go go!
- Realize that life is a school and I am here to learn. I shall grow with the problems.
- Smile and laugh more.
- Be confident.
- I don't have to win every argument (especially with my mom). Learn to appreciate differences.
Society:
- Call my family and my boyfriend often when working at KK Sabah.
- Each day give something good to others.
- Spend time with people everyday. Always reply my friends' text in time. Don't be lazy to wish them happy birthday.
- Spend less on unnecessary things.
- Spend a certain amount on charity every month.
- Save more and invest.
- Learn about investment and business.
- Don't be afraid to do the right thing.
- Make time for prayer and charity.
- Read more books and willing to spend money on books.
- Be happy =)
There are so many things I wish to achieve in my life. I will do it bit by bit. Gambate~
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Petronas's Offer
Yesterday I received an offer letter from Petronas. Position is as bellows:
Construction Executive
Production Planning Department, Sabah Operation, Operations Division
PETRONAS Carigali Sdn Bhd,
Kota Kinablu, Sabah.
A 16-day PIPE (PETRONAS Induction Program for new Executives) at PERMATA will begin on 4 May 2009. I have to report at K.K. on 21 May 2009.
Alright, I do not know what expression to make. I have never imagined myself to be looking at the sea in the mornings and walking by the sea shore in the evenings.
Now two choices are given to me:
1. Accept the offer -> Set up everything new at K.K.
2. Reject the offer -> Breach of contract (according to Petronas HRM executive)
Does anybody have any contact at K.K. so that I could comprehend about the job and environment? Please let me know, thanks.
Construction Executive
Production Planning Department, Sabah Operation, Operations Division
PETRONAS Carigali Sdn Bhd,
Kota Kinablu, Sabah.
A 16-day PIPE (PETRONAS Induction Program for new Executives) at PERMATA will begin on 4 May 2009. I have to report at K.K. on 21 May 2009.
Alright, I do not know what expression to make. I have never imagined myself to be looking at the sea in the mornings and walking by the sea shore in the evenings.
Now two choices are given to me:
1. Accept the offer -> Set up everything new at K.K.
2. Reject the offer -> Breach of contract (according to Petronas HRM executive)
Does anybody have any contact at K.K. so that I could comprehend about the job and environment? Please let me know, thanks.
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Kukup trip
Last weekend I went to Kukup with my Malacca friends. They planned this trip a few weeks ago. I actually didn’t know the existence of such a place until they told me.
Kukup is a small fishing village located about 40 kilometres southwest of Johor Bahru, in the district of Pontian, Johor, on the Strait of Malacca in Malaysia. We drove to Pontian Kecil town through Muar and Batu Pahat and proceeded to south direction for about 20 km before reaching Kukup town. (We also stopped at Muar to buy Otak-Otak). From there we boarded a ferry to the pre-booked resort 东海饭店。
Our trip there was actually organized by东海饭店 which liaises with a restaurant to provide us two lunch sets. The restaurant served their famous delicacies like crab, fish and prawn. But when I personally asked the boss-in-charged, he mentioned that nowadays most of the seafood is imported from Indonesia. I guessed it’s because the Kukup area has already been polluted! To know the main source of pollution, continue reading the article.
Almost all the houses and seafood restaurants are built on stilts over the water. Some of the restaurants are geared for tour groups such as Singapore tourists. I saw many young Singaporeans during my stay at Kukup.
Another extraordinary thing is that the main transportation at the village is either bicycle or motorcycle. As you can imagine, the narrow road is made from concrete that are piled on swamp thus cannot sustain the weight of a car.
The villages here give the visitors a warm welcome. Here we enjoyed a feeling of relaxation and tranquillity. Of course since the village is built on the water, the sole thing we could do was to enjoy the sea breeze and the wave.
The resort was air-conditioned rooms were clean and comfortable. We were also provided with Mahjong sets and Karaoke for our entertainment. We spent the soothing night by playing cards, Mahjong, chitchatting and singing.
On our second day there, we were brought to the largest mangrove swamp island in the world, the " Pulau Kukup Johor National Park ". Here we climbed up to the observatory tower and walked the hanging bridge.
Then, we took a trip to the nearby kelong to see many types of fish and other seafood that are bred in captivity, including the king crab. Kelongs are actually farms built on raft-like structures floating in the middle of the ocean.
Let the cat out of the bag. The main source of pollution is human waste. There are no pipes, sewers and sewage treatment plants. The toilets and bathrooms are well built but the waste is actually disposed directly into the sea. From the hole of the toilet bowl you can actually see the sea below. Frankly speaking, I felt guilty when my shampoo water dripped into the sea during bath and when I had to throw tissue paper into the sea :(
The second source of pollution --- the rubbish thrown away to sea by the villagers and visitors. I saw an auntie effortlessly threw a plastic bag to sea!
I can’t declare myself as an environmentalist but I actually feel the urge to tell everybody to take care of the environment! Also, there is a need for efficient and hygienic disposal system and sewage plant at the village. Hope that the local authority could notice the problem and solve it before the village turns into a contaminated area.
Nevertheless, this is a fruitful trip as I could meet my old friends from Malacca again after ten years of separation.
Kukup is a small fishing village located about 40 kilometres southwest of Johor Bahru, in the district of Pontian, Johor, on the Strait of Malacca in Malaysia. We drove to Pontian Kecil town through Muar and Batu Pahat and proceeded to south direction for about 20 km before reaching Kukup town. (We also stopped at Muar to buy Otak-Otak). From there we boarded a ferry to the pre-booked resort 东海饭店。
Our trip there was actually organized by东海饭店 which liaises with a restaurant to provide us two lunch sets. The restaurant served their famous delicacies like crab, fish and prawn. But when I personally asked the boss-in-charged, he mentioned that nowadays most of the seafood is imported from Indonesia. I guessed it’s because the Kukup area has already been polluted! To know the main source of pollution, continue reading the article.
Almost all the houses and seafood restaurants are built on stilts over the water. Some of the restaurants are geared for tour groups such as Singapore tourists. I saw many young Singaporeans during my stay at Kukup.
Another extraordinary thing is that the main transportation at the village is either bicycle or motorcycle. As you can imagine, the narrow road is made from concrete that are piled on swamp thus cannot sustain the weight of a car.
The villages here give the visitors a warm welcome. Here we enjoyed a feeling of relaxation and tranquillity. Of course since the village is built on the water, the sole thing we could do was to enjoy the sea breeze and the wave.
The resort was air-conditioned rooms were clean and comfortable. We were also provided with Mahjong sets and Karaoke for our entertainment. We spent the soothing night by playing cards, Mahjong, chitchatting and singing.
On our second day there, we were brought to the largest mangrove swamp island in the world, the " Pulau Kukup Johor National Park ". Here we climbed up to the observatory tower and walked the hanging bridge.
Then, we took a trip to the nearby kelong to see many types of fish and other seafood that are bred in captivity, including the king crab. Kelongs are actually farms built on raft-like structures floating in the middle of the ocean.
Let the cat out of the bag. The main source of pollution is human waste. There are no pipes, sewers and sewage treatment plants. The toilets and bathrooms are well built but the waste is actually disposed directly into the sea. From the hole of the toilet bowl you can actually see the sea below. Frankly speaking, I felt guilty when my shampoo water dripped into the sea during bath and when I had to throw tissue paper into the sea :(
The second source of pollution --- the rubbish thrown away to sea by the villagers and visitors. I saw an auntie effortlessly threw a plastic bag to sea!
I can’t declare myself as an environmentalist but I actually feel the urge to tell everybody to take care of the environment! Also, there is a need for efficient and hygienic disposal system and sewage plant at the village. Hope that the local authority could notice the problem and solve it before the village turns into a contaminated area.
Nevertheless, this is a fruitful trip as I could meet my old friends from Malacca again after ten years of separation.
Friday, March 20, 2009
Green Curry
My mom cooked us a pot of green curry last week. The name "green" curry derives from the color of the dish which is in green color.
The main ingredients for the curry consist of coconut milk, green curry paste, eggplant, sugar, lemon grass, curry leaves and a variety of vegetables. Our homemade green curry paste was made by blending green chillies, shallots, garlic, fresh tumeric, and cooking oil.
The paste was heated in oil then coconut milk was added. Vegetables were added along with a pinch of brown sugar. Finally, lemon grass and curry leaves were added just at the end of cooking for fragrance.
The curry can be made with fish, seafood and meat. My family is a vegetables lover,so we prefer pure vegetable green curry.
Long beans
Cabbage
Carrot and eggplant
Potatoes
Green chilies
Green curry paste was heated together with vegetables and coconut milk.
This was my serving! Yummy~
The main ingredients for the curry consist of coconut milk, green curry paste, eggplant, sugar, lemon grass, curry leaves and a variety of vegetables. Our homemade green curry paste was made by blending green chillies, shallots, garlic, fresh tumeric, and cooking oil.
The paste was heated in oil then coconut milk was added. Vegetables were added along with a pinch of brown sugar. Finally, lemon grass and curry leaves were added just at the end of cooking for fragrance.
The curry can be made with fish, seafood and meat. My family is a vegetables lover,so we prefer pure vegetable green curry.
Long beans
Cabbage
Carrot and eggplant
Potatoes
Green chilies
Green curry paste was heated together with vegetables and coconut milk.
This was my serving! Yummy~Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Direct selling
When people are looking for an alternative income source, direct selling is always a good choice. I believe many of us have come across a direct selling before.
When I was in my university 1st year I joined Amway hoping to gain more income and experience. Then I realized that I lacked promoting and marketing skills. Finally I quited.
The next few years I have been introduced a few “direct-selling” schemes by my friends. Among them are:
Yesterday I read this article “When the going gets tough, many go direct selling” by Presenna Nambiar in NST. The article posted a few tips on spotting a pyramid scheme. Here it is:
So when you are interested and eager to earn extra income, you should be aware of the pyramid scheme and check the company background and philosophy before becoming a member. All the best!
When I was in my university 1st year I joined Amway hoping to gain more income and experience. Then I realized that I lacked promoting and marketing skills. Finally I quited.
The next few years I have been introduced a few “direct-selling” schemes by my friends. Among them are:
- A Malay friend said just need to invest RM2000 to get a return rate of 30%. The member shall get more people to participate in the scheme.
- Another friend from UM said that by buying a medical product worth RM1900 I could gain the membership and I just need to introduce the program to other friends and earn commission. The company actually owns many hotels and produces dermatologically tested medical products.
- Recently, I heard of two investment schemes launched by Island Red Café (IRC). Members could either a) recommend their friends to spend at IRC and earn the so-called publicity fees or b) invest an amount at IRC and register as a shareholder. However Wei Zhu found out that IRC is registered under two companies. If an investor is registered under ONE of the company and if THAT company goes bankrupt the money will be burnt.
- An agent said that Government is releasing a fund to Bumiputras who want to venture into small business and entrepreneurship. Every Bumiputra who apply this fund could gain RM5000 loan and start the business. If the Bumiputra fails the business he just need to declare his status and does not need to repay the loan. The member in this scheme just need to recommend this fund to any Bumiputra friends and gain a commision of RM165 through each loan.
Yesterday I read this article “When the going gets tough, many go direct selling” by Presenna Nambiar in NST. The article posted a few tips on spotting a pyramid scheme. Here it is:
So when you are interested and eager to earn extra income, you should be aware of the pyramid scheme and check the company background and philosophy before becoming a member. All the best!
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Advice for you, me, and people who are "jobless"
I feel tense and concerned about getting my first job in face of this economy downturn and difficult job market. I applied a few companies but after knowing my bond with Petronas they rejected me. On the other hand, Petronas has not contacted me since my report at KLCC on 13 January 2009 (sigh).
Today I came across this article “Advice for Fresh Graduates during Tough Times” by Ben Stein (he has a degree in Law from Yale, a degree in Economics' from Columbia). I couldn’t help but think that those advices are great though realistically not all of them could be applied in my life.
I will highlight a few of his suggestions here:
1. Learn a genuinely useful skill
He suggested us to learn a genuinely useful skill or what people need nowadays e.g. medical care (nurses), accounting, engineering in defense, and any kind of work connected to the criminal justice system.
I'm in engineering field but not really related to defense! Any idea what are considered as useful skills nowadays?
2. Learn who is hiring
Learn that the main employers are in health care, education in urban and extremely rural schools, and government. Therefore, we should tailor our education and skills to those fields.
My main employers are in oil and gas industry (second are in construction industry)...Anyone please hire me!!!
3. Be the best at what you do
He mentioned that there is always a shortage of top flight people in almost every field. If you are at the top of your class, you will have a vastly greater job chance than people in the middle or at the bottom. So my friend, try to have the best record you can have.
Trying~~~
4. Learn great work skills
There are skills that we must have:
* show up on time
* look neat and well-groomed
* do whatever is asked of you with a willing attitude
* Be up to date on all relevant computer skills
* have a super positive attitude.
* produce some value for the employers
I'm improving my skills so please hire me!!! Huh...what skills am I improving? haha
5. Be thrifty
Spend less than what you earn so you can build up savings.
Yeah I'm TRYING trying Trying so HARD to spend less.
6. Make every good connection you can.
Just admit that good connection could help you in the time of need. A recommendation from a friend (especially in Petronas) is super important. So befriend with the people surrounding you.
For the full article, click here.
My humble opinion, try to think thoroughly of what is important in your life and make a plan to get/ reach it!!!! I'm still thinking hard, haha. Also, it's important to gain some financial knowledge to improve financial status. Let us pray that we can get our first job as soon as possible.
Today I came across this article “Advice for Fresh Graduates during Tough Times” by Ben Stein (he has a degree in Law from Yale, a degree in Economics' from Columbia). I couldn’t help but think that those advices are great though realistically not all of them could be applied in my life.
I will highlight a few of his suggestions here:
1. Learn a genuinely useful skill
He suggested us to learn a genuinely useful skill or what people need nowadays e.g. medical care (nurses), accounting, engineering in defense, and any kind of work connected to the criminal justice system.
I'm in engineering field but not really related to defense! Any idea what are considered as useful skills nowadays?
2. Learn who is hiring
Learn that the main employers are in health care, education in urban and extremely rural schools, and government. Therefore, we should tailor our education and skills to those fields.
My main employers are in oil and gas industry (second are in construction industry)...Anyone please hire me!!!
3. Be the best at what you do
He mentioned that there is always a shortage of top flight people in almost every field. If you are at the top of your class, you will have a vastly greater job chance than people in the middle or at the bottom. So my friend, try to have the best record you can have.
Trying~~~
4. Learn great work skills
There are skills that we must have:
* show up on time
* look neat and well-groomed
* do whatever is asked of you with a willing attitude
* Be up to date on all relevant computer skills
* have a super positive attitude.
* produce some value for the employers
I'm improving my skills so please hire me!!! Huh...what skills am I improving? haha
5. Be thrifty
Spend less than what you earn so you can build up savings.
Yeah I'm TRYING trying Trying so HARD to spend less.
6. Make every good connection you can.
Just admit that good connection could help you in the time of need. A recommendation from a friend (especially in Petronas) is super important. So befriend with the people surrounding you.
For the full article, click here.
My humble opinion, try to think thoroughly of what is important in your life and make a plan to get/ reach it!!!! I'm still thinking hard, haha. Also, it's important to gain some financial knowledge to improve financial status. Let us pray that we can get our first job as soon as possible.
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Carrefour rules
I am working as an OLAY promoter at Carrefour. I noticed that Carrefour actually imposes stricter rules on the customers than other hypermarkets. Below is a notice board at the entrance:
Customers always feel awkward when they are asked to pack their hand bags into plastic bags. They complain that it is troublesome and inconvenient especially when their bags contain valuables like wallet and hand phone. Besides, food is not allowed too. Therefore I often notice the customers standing at the entrance, gulping down their waffles, Sundae and kaya balls.
A rather "ridiculous" incident happened today.
There was a lady pushing a baby cart into Carrefour. The security guard on duty and I watched the lady passing by and both of us thought that she was bringing her baby (as in the picture below). Isn't it a comman scene for a mother carrying her child to do shopping？
A few minutes later, two promoters questioned the reason the security guard allowed the lady to enter Carrefour with her dog. I was startled --- I thought that was a little baby playing with his fluffy toy (the dog really looked like a toy) in the baby cart, instead it was housing a DOG!
The security guard impatiently asked the lady to leave the hypermarket. The lady answered, "Kamu ni tak da otak kah....saya dah buat macam ni.....kenapa tak boleh masuk..." she then requested to see the Carrefour manager. Finally the manager was compelled to compromise --- allowed her to enter Carrefour with her "baby".
I personally think that Carrefour rules are too strict and lack "human touch". On the other hand, I also think that the manager should demand the lady to follow the rules. Since the manager "permited" this situation, I doubt his staffs will have faith in him.
Dear all, please remember, NO FOOD, NO PETS, NO CAMERA, NO SMOKING in Carrefour!
Customers always feel awkward when they are asked to pack their hand bags into plastic bags. They complain that it is troublesome and inconvenient especially when their bags contain valuables like wallet and hand phone. Besides, food is not allowed too. Therefore I often notice the customers standing at the entrance, gulping down their waffles, Sundae and kaya balls.
A rather "ridiculous" incident happened today.
There was a lady pushing a baby cart into Carrefour. The security guard on duty and I watched the lady passing by and both of us thought that she was bringing her baby (as in the picture below). Isn't it a comman scene for a mother carrying her child to do shopping？
A few minutes later, two promoters questioned the reason the security guard allowed the lady to enter Carrefour with her dog. I was startled --- I thought that was a little baby playing with his fluffy toy (the dog really looked like a toy) in the baby cart, instead it was housing a DOG!
The security guard impatiently asked the lady to leave the hypermarket. The lady answered, "Kamu ni tak da otak kah....saya dah buat macam ni.....kenapa tak boleh masuk..." she then requested to see the Carrefour manager. Finally the manager was compelled to compromise --- allowed her to enter Carrefour with her "baby".
I personally think that Carrefour rules are too strict and lack "human touch". On the other hand, I also think that the manager should demand the lady to follow the rules. Since the manager "permited" this situation, I doubt his staffs will have faith in him.
Dear all, please remember, NO FOOD, NO PETS, NO CAMERA, NO SMOKING in Carrefour!
Monday, February 23, 2009
Pandemic? Antonine Plague?
I was so blurred and shocked when my Form 4 brother asked me to answer this EST (English for Science and Technology) question:
In last 1800 years, seven diseases have caused pandemics around the world: SARS, Cholera, Antonine plague, Asian flu, Hong Kong flu, Spanish flu, Bubonic plague
Arrange the disease in the correct order starting from the one that caused the earliest pandemic in 165AD and ending with the one that caused the last pandemic in 2003.
Fill in the information such as type of pathogen, year of pathogen and number of deaths.
I was like….hah? What is pandemic? Haha, I would just admit that I’m ignorant, I have never heard of Antonine plague and Bubonic plague before. Luckily nowadays with internet we can solve this problem easily.
Below are a few extracts from Wikipedia,
Pandemic is an epidemic of infectious disease that spreads through populations across a large region; for instance a continent, or even world wide.
Okay, I don’t understand what is epidemic.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), a pandemic can start when three conditions have been met:
* Emergence of a disease new to a population.
* Agents infect humans, causing serious illness.
* Agents spread easily and sustainably among humans.
An infection that is epidemic appears as new cases in a given human population, during a given period.
Ohhhh….a new disease that kills a lot of people across a large area at a specific period is called pandemic...i see.
I continued reading on those pandemics to gain basic understanding. While I am astonished that the students nowadays can gain more general science and technology knowledge I also feel fortunate that I didn’t need to take the subject. EST was introduced a year after my SPM thus I have no idea at all its contents. Anyway, I'm thinking if I should ask my brother to drop this subject in SPM.
In last 1800 years, seven diseases have caused pandemics around the world: SARS, Cholera, Antonine plague, Asian flu, Hong Kong flu, Spanish flu, Bubonic plague
Arrange the disease in the correct order starting from the one that caused the earliest pandemic in 165AD and ending with the one that caused the last pandemic in 2003.
Fill in the information such as type of pathogen, year of pathogen and number of deaths.
I was like….hah? What is pandemic? Haha, I would just admit that I’m ignorant, I have never heard of Antonine plague and Bubonic plague before. Luckily nowadays with internet we can solve this problem easily.
Below are a few extracts from Wikipedia,
Pandemic is an epidemic of infectious disease that spreads through populations across a large region; for instance a continent, or even world wide.
Okay, I don’t understand what is epidemic.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), a pandemic can start when three conditions have been met:
* Emergence of a disease new to a population.
* Agents infect humans, causing serious illness.
* Agents spread easily and sustainably among humans.
An infection that is epidemic appears as new cases in a given human population, during a given period.
Ohhhh….a new disease that kills a lot of people across a large area at a specific period is called pandemic...i see.
I continued reading on those pandemics to gain basic understanding. While I am astonished that the students nowadays can gain more general science and technology knowledge I also feel fortunate that I didn’t need to take the subject. EST was introduced a year after my SPM thus I have no idea at all its contents. Anyway, I'm thinking if I should ask my brother to drop this subject in SPM.
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Moo Active....MoooOOOOOooo
Can I proudly say that I have gained additional working experience?
This weekend I worked as a promoter doing sampling and selling Wall's Moo Active at a shopping mall. This ice cream is actually a yogurt-based ice cream with bacteria known as BB-12 which helps digestion. A stick of ice cream equals to a glass of milk which contains high calcium and vitamin. So it is an ideal treat for children who like eating ice cream! Blah....blahhhh...this was how I promoted the ice cream.
This weekend I worked as a promoter doing sampling and selling Wall's Moo Active at a shopping mall. This ice cream is actually a yogurt-based ice cream with bacteria known as BB-12 which helps digestion. A stick of ice cream equals to a glass of milk which contains high calcium and vitamin. So it is an ideal treat for children who like eating ice cream! Blah....blahhhh...this was how I promoted the ice cream.
Just some thoughts here....
I'm becoming more grateful everytime after I worked as a promoter because I've the ability to work and earn some living. I'm also grateful that I have obtained a degree thus I have more choices to decide what and how to work. Being a promoter is not an easy task, you have to stand the whole day, smiling and promoting products to customer. Situation could be boring when the product is less popular.
All in all, I'm thankful for everything I have and I could do.
Thursday, February 19, 2009
What shall I choose?
Last Sunday I just completed a job as contact lens promoter.
Now I'm resting (an appropriate word, rotting) at home. Yesterday I attended an interview at my primary alma mater. The Headmistress has been looking for a temporary teacher to teach Std 4 and 5 Bahasa Malaysia. The pay is RM1200 per month with working hours from 7am to 1pm every day, except for Tuesday, which is 7am to 3pm.
Today I went to my secondary alma mater to ask for temporary teacher position. I was informed that all temporary teachers must register at Jabatan Pendidikan before becoming one at secondary school thus i cancelled the plan.
Just now I rejected the offer of primary school temporary teacher. I'm quite regretful now because that indicates that I will not have a stable job in the future two months wuwu.
Nevertheless, after a great conversation with Bee Yin, my UTP senior, I realize that I really have to think thoroughly of what i want to achieve in my life.
Good day!
Now I'm resting (an appropriate word, rotting) at home. Yesterday I attended an interview at my primary alma mater. The Headmistress has been looking for a temporary teacher to teach Std 4 and 5 Bahasa Malaysia. The pay is RM1200 per month with working hours from 7am to 1pm every day, except for Tuesday, which is 7am to 3pm.
Today I went to my secondary alma mater to ask for temporary teacher position. I was informed that all temporary teachers must register at Jabatan Pendidikan before becoming one at secondary school thus i cancelled the plan.
Just now I rejected the offer of primary school temporary teacher. I'm quite regretful now because that indicates that I will not have a stable job in the future two months wuwu.
Nevertheless, after a great conversation with Bee Yin, my UTP senior, I realize that I really have to think thoroughly of what i want to achieve in my life.
Good day!
Monday, February 16, 2009
Valentine's Gift
On 14 Feb, I received a Pos Laju package from my dear boyfriend. Here is the gift:
Hehe, the moo moo is very cute. Inside there are thousands of beads. It's quite huge so hard to hug it while sleeping lor.
Thank you.
Hehe, the moo moo is very cute. Inside there are thousands of beads. It's quite huge so hard to hug it while sleeping lor.Thank you.
Monday, February 9, 2009
Promoter
Since the "real loser" issue I didn't apply for admin or data entry job anymore so I just worked as a promoter while waiting for a permanent job. In the past three days (Fri-Sun) I worked as a promoter for Room 8 Couture at Parkson KLCC. Hereby attached a few pictures of the children dress.
Aren't all the dresses lovely and gorgeous? Guess what are those prices? Huh, those dresses actually ranges from rm49 to rm300++. Since most are hand made from high quality textile you can expect that the price is quite "marvelous". By the way, I was also amazed at the consumer ability to spend so much for their children during the economy downturn.
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