When the clock strikes twelve on 31st December 2008, it is automatic that people all over the world will cheer and wish 'HAPPY NEW YEAR' ... !!!
2009, hopefully a new year of a better tomorrow ... *fingers crossed* I have started receiving lots of New Year wishes since last week already ... Thanks everyone for the kind wishes. I would like to wish everyone another year of success, love, and happiness ...
As usual, I hear people talking about their New Year Resolutions... :-D Again!!! I've had the same resolutions for the past 3 years!! LOL and not that nothing has been done to achieve my goals, just that, it has not been 100% achieved! That makes a whole lot of a difference ok! :-p
I am rather not in the mood to write much, but I am taking this opportunity to wish everyone a new bright new year ahead!.
oxox
Monday, December 29, 2008
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Malaysians are LAZY?
It is very sickening to see people come and go at your company. I notice that Malaysians, especially the fresh graduates are not motivated, lazy and they are lack of communication skills. I have interviewed so many candidates that came with different kind of attitudes and education background.
Instead of asking about the jobs, the candidates are more interested about the company's perks. They are demanding for high pay - they are timid, and tend to pretend to respect the elders, but in actual fact they are not honest with themselves. I have issues with these group of people because I personally think if the attitude continues, I am sure they won't feel happy.
I understand that for fresh graduates, their first job might not be their dream job, but it is a stepping stone for a successful career. How do you expect we, as employers to offer a high salary without any working experiences? Someone please tell me! Some might disagree with me but I am talking based on experience, and this is not a story that I created overnight.
I would love to see improvements in the working scene - I want to see Malaysians, especially the young people who are willing to carry more responsibilities and to be more dynamic. Malaysia is not a developed country, so we still have to work extra, extra harder ... This is what I am trying to plant in everybody's head...
Go figure!
Instead of asking about the jobs, the candidates are more interested about the company's perks. They are demanding for high pay - they are timid, and tend to pretend to respect the elders, but in actual fact they are not honest with themselves. I have issues with these group of people because I personally think if the attitude continues, I am sure they won't feel happy.
I understand that for fresh graduates, their first job might not be their dream job, but it is a stepping stone for a successful career. How do you expect we, as employers to offer a high salary without any working experiences? Someone please tell me! Some might disagree with me but I am talking based on experience, and this is not a story that I created overnight.
I would love to see improvements in the working scene - I want to see Malaysians, especially the young people who are willing to carry more responsibilities and to be more dynamic. Malaysia is not a developed country, so we still have to work extra, extra harder ... This is what I am trying to plant in everybody's head...
Go figure!
Sunburst - A good taste to the ear
I know I have not been blogging for a while. I do not have much things to write these days as other than working, I have been 'facebooking' ... I love facebooking! LOL Okay ... I would love to share you about something ... So read on, peeps! Read on ... :-D
Sunburst, a refreshing music group consists of 5 local music heroes - I would say, their music sense is very unique and breathtaking. Here is a brief introduction about Sunburst. For more info, please click to the link : http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/group.php?gid=40278727303&ref=ts
Sunburst, was picked out as it means the sudden appearance of sunlight, as through a break in clouds and ☆ a decorative device representing the sun with spreading rays. The band was originated by Aslam and Bird somewhere in 2001, coached by the lead member of Bluesband-BrownSugar, the late Mr Hassan Ahmad. Initially Sunburst was formed as a 3-piece blues band, but soon decided to limb out with a full backbeat. Presently, the members of Sunburst are Aslam, Kirin, Bird, Ikmal from Bentley Music and Berg, with Aslam and Kirin on guitar, Bird on bass guitar, Berg as the vocalist and Ikmal on drums.Sunburst has a very unique sound of music. For those who have seen them performing live, or heard their demos will testify. Their sound might even be described as a testament to a variety of influences. Sunburst music defies precise categorization with a mixed touch of blues, blues rock, jazz, rock, rock and roll, and country. The band is greatly influenced by Eric Clapton, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Allman Brothers, Doobie Brothers, Johnny Winter, Eagles, Wishbone Ash, Bad Company, Rolling Stone, Freddie King, Chuck Berry and Jimmy Hendrix, among others. It is a subtle fusion of textured guitars, suave basis and driving percussion, topped with expressive vocals.Sunburst is ever ready to rock the stage, with its members' gifted music talent and a great stage performance experiences that by far satisfies the fans. These local music heroes has performed in various shows, some are listed as below:2004: Sepang International Circuit Hottest Race Concert Formula One2006 & 2007: Port Dickson International Bike Fest2007: Malacca Acoustic Music Festival (Part I and II)The band has performed in so many events such as New Year Eve, Jam Fests, Pubs, Annual Dinners and many more. Eight years of diligence, Sunburst has risen in its music sense, adding up to become bolder and wiser far forward than expectation. Sunburst has a bright potential to glow in the music industry, and thank you for the constant support from its loyal fans and friends. According to the band leader, Aslam, “We really want to go out there and play.”
I must say that Sunburst has a great potential in our music industry. Let us all support Malaysia's music industry because Malaysia BOLEH! We are not afraid of competition. I personally think that the indie mainstream is a philosophy and it proves that Malaysian appreciates music. Keep the music playing, peeps! :-D
P/S: I will update you on Sunburst's upcoming shows. Thank you for your support.
Sunburst, a refreshing music group consists of 5 local music heroes - I would say, their music sense is very unique and breathtaking. Here is a brief introduction about Sunburst. For more info, please click to the link : http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/group.php?gid=40278727303&ref=ts
Sunburst, was picked out as it means the sudden appearance of sunlight, as through a break in clouds and ☆ a decorative device representing the sun with spreading rays. The band was originated by Aslam and Bird somewhere in 2001, coached by the lead member of Bluesband-BrownSugar, the late Mr Hassan Ahmad. Initially Sunburst was formed as a 3-piece blues band, but soon decided to limb out with a full backbeat. Presently, the members of Sunburst are Aslam, Kirin, Bird, Ikmal from Bentley Music and Berg, with Aslam and Kirin on guitar, Bird on bass guitar, Berg as the vocalist and Ikmal on drums.Sunburst has a very unique sound of music. For those who have seen them performing live, or heard their demos will testify. Their sound might even be described as a testament to a variety of influences. Sunburst music defies precise categorization with a mixed touch of blues, blues rock, jazz, rock, rock and roll, and country. The band is greatly influenced by Eric Clapton, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Allman Brothers, Doobie Brothers, Johnny Winter, Eagles, Wishbone Ash, Bad Company, Rolling Stone, Freddie King, Chuck Berry and Jimmy Hendrix, among others. It is a subtle fusion of textured guitars, suave basis and driving percussion, topped with expressive vocals.Sunburst is ever ready to rock the stage, with its members' gifted music talent and a great stage performance experiences that by far satisfies the fans. These local music heroes has performed in various shows, some are listed as below:2004: Sepang International Circuit Hottest Race Concert Formula One2006 & 2007: Port Dickson International Bike Fest2007: Malacca Acoustic Music Festival (Part I and II)The band has performed in so many events such as New Year Eve, Jam Fests, Pubs, Annual Dinners and many more. Eight years of diligence, Sunburst has risen in its music sense, adding up to become bolder and wiser far forward than expectation. Sunburst has a bright potential to glow in the music industry, and thank you for the constant support from its loyal fans and friends. According to the band leader, Aslam, “We really want to go out there and play.”
I must say that Sunburst has a great potential in our music industry. Let us all support Malaysia's music industry because Malaysia BOLEH! We are not afraid of competition. I personally think that the indie mainstream is a philosophy and it proves that Malaysian appreciates music. Keep the music playing, peeps! :-D
P/S: I will update you on Sunburst's upcoming shows. Thank you for your support.
Friday, October 10, 2008
The Disaster Series
It's been a month+ since my last blog. Not been blogging much, oh well ... Sadly I've been terribly busy with so many things including 'bulan puasa', Raya Aidilfitri and etc that I've let things slip. Everything was crazy+fun at the same time! I've few weird+interesting stories to tell. Before I start with my Disaster stories .. I would like to wish all the Muslims 'Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri' & Maaf Zahir Batin ... It's a month of forgiving, and creating sweet memories ... :-) Although I know Raya is mostly fun for kids (especially the duit raya) ... But I had fun too ... posing with my bajus Raya! *LOL*
So what has kept me so busy? Quite a lot actually! :-) In no particular order... I shall now start with my Disastrous:
1. Sheli's stained expensive mattress
Her Fluffy peed on her RM4,500 mattress! And it cost her RM500+ to get the stain off!! OMG! The mattress guy came with some equipments+detergents just to get it cleaned. The frothy substance that was moist but not wet was left on the mattress before letting it dry. The stain began to fade during the drying off process. There were few other processes involved before drying it off. The process did take about few hours.
Now fluffy is temporarily grounded ~ she is restricted from entering Sheli's bedroom! Kesian fluffy ... But you sure learnt your lesson, Fluffy! Not to pee on mommy's mattress anymore! :-p
2. We survived a fire!
On 2nd September it was the 'cheap single gas stove' accident that led to the fire burning! How it all started? we wanted to fry eggs, but the next thing we knew, the fire was like the power of monster in front of us - and it just got bigger and bigger. We were in a state of panic however we handled the situation well! *Now we're giving ourselves a pat on the shoulders* :-)
Sheli was battling with fire ~ both of us had to get wet towels to stop the fire before it got worse and there goes Sheli's Aussino's bath rope damaged by the fire. Sorry about that, Shels. Guess what!? ~ The fire didnt stop! Sheli called up the security guards to get the fire extinguisher. The guards came up and shot out too much of the fire extinguisher where it actually only affected the wet kitchen area - but the whole house was in a deep mess! While Sheli was handling her part, my task was to call the emergency services to come rescue us!
By the time the fire brigade arrived, everything was in a mess, and Sheli asked the management to get the cleaners to help her clean her house. But it's good that with their help+Sheli's maids, the house was as good+clean as new :-). It's a new house anyways ... :-)
I must say that one thing good about all that was because we had each other ~ all the way! Sheli's been a great housemate, a great friend+sister ... my best friend actually! :-)
Mostly thanks for letting me crash your place for two weeks. :-) And making me see what I didn't see about myself.
xoxo
So what has kept me so busy? Quite a lot actually! :-) In no particular order... I shall now start with my Disastrous:
1. Sheli's stained expensive mattress
Her Fluffy peed on her RM4,500 mattress! And it cost her RM500+ to get the stain off!! OMG! The mattress guy came with some equipments+detergents just to get it cleaned. The frothy substance that was moist but not wet was left on the mattress before letting it dry. The stain began to fade during the drying off process. There were few other processes involved before drying it off. The process did take about few hours.
Now fluffy is temporarily grounded ~ she is restricted from entering Sheli's bedroom! Kesian fluffy ... But you sure learnt your lesson, Fluffy! Not to pee on mommy's mattress anymore! :-p
2. We survived a fire!
On 2nd September it was the 'cheap single gas stove' accident that led to the fire burning! How it all started? we wanted to fry eggs, but the next thing we knew, the fire was like the power of monster in front of us - and it just got bigger and bigger. We were in a state of panic however we handled the situation well! *Now we're giving ourselves a pat on the shoulders* :-)
Sheli was battling with fire ~ both of us had to get wet towels to stop the fire before it got worse and there goes Sheli's Aussino's bath rope damaged by the fire. Sorry about that, Shels. Guess what!? ~ The fire didnt stop! Sheli called up the security guards to get the fire extinguisher. The guards came up and shot out too much of the fire extinguisher where it actually only affected the wet kitchen area - but the whole house was in a deep mess! While Sheli was handling her part, my task was to call the emergency services to come rescue us!
By the time the fire brigade arrived, everything was in a mess, and Sheli asked the management to get the cleaners to help her clean her house. But it's good that with their help+Sheli's maids, the house was as good+clean as new :-). It's a new house anyways ... :-)
I must say that one thing good about all that was because we had each other ~ all the way! Sheli's been a great housemate, a great friend+sister ... my best friend actually! :-)
Mostly thanks for letting me crash your place for two weeks. :-) And making me see what I didn't see about myself.
xoxo
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Golden Voice
I was watching Celine Dion's concert on ntv7 this afternoon. Damn, she looks good! I've always loved her voice ... and I am glad to crown these few other singers that i believe own incredibly super voice - Mariah Carey (totally unbeatable), Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Patti LaBelle, Brian McKnight, the late soul star Luther Vandross, George Michael and a lot more.
I'm not saying our local singers are not good. We have some, who are really good - the fastest rising queen of jazz Noryn Aziz, Sean Ghazi (apparently he's my cousin - yes, first cousin), Datuk Siti Nurhaliza, Jaclyn Victor, Sheila Majid, Atilia Haron and Salamiah Hassan (daughter-mother), Melissa Indot, and etc.
Why am I talking about this? Well, firstly because I have passion in singing and secondly is because of my concern in our entertainment industry that drives me to just write anything I want. *I love blogging already* :-)
I am proud to say that our entertainment industry is improving (okay, maybe not in album-selling) but as a whole, I am saying in terms of the quality of the singers. The birth of new singers such as Noryn Aziz, Sean Ghazi, Atilia Haron, has added some colours to our industry and it is with great hope that one day it will be as good as the international industry. let us pray hard for this! to be frank, I am also dreaming of being a part of the industry. :-) there is nothing wrong with that right! :-)
I myself used to take vocal class for about a month. Just wanted to feel what it is like. :-) my vocal class was in Learn-To-Sing Centre in Taman Tun Dr Ismail. And my vocal teacher was a Philipino. A lot of things to learn - the voice projection, and how to sing effortlessly .. Not easy, but it's good to just enrich my knowledge in vocal. :-) I am still looking for a great vocal teacher - I was thinking of Noryn Aziz, but i know that she's super busy ... as for now, I need a lot of exposure in stage performance - just a note to everyone, I do perform at weddings, events, and i do back-up singing too. i start small - who knows that one day i might just be the next Mariah Carey ... *think big, think big* :-)
Imagine the headline - 'Mel Mohsen, a newcomer with a golden voice'
LOL!
I would also like to take this opportunity to wish all the Muslim in the world ... Selamat Berpuasa.
I'm not saying our local singers are not good. We have some, who are really good - the fastest rising queen of jazz Noryn Aziz, Sean Ghazi (apparently he's my cousin - yes, first cousin), Datuk Siti Nurhaliza, Jaclyn Victor, Sheila Majid, Atilia Haron and Salamiah Hassan (daughter-mother), Melissa Indot, and etc.
Why am I talking about this? Well, firstly because I have passion in singing and secondly is because of my concern in our entertainment industry that drives me to just write anything I want. *I love blogging already* :-)
I am proud to say that our entertainment industry is improving (okay, maybe not in album-selling) but as a whole, I am saying in terms of the quality of the singers. The birth of new singers such as Noryn Aziz, Sean Ghazi, Atilia Haron, has added some colours to our industry and it is with great hope that one day it will be as good as the international industry. let us pray hard for this! to be frank, I am also dreaming of being a part of the industry. :-) there is nothing wrong with that right! :-)
I myself used to take vocal class for about a month. Just wanted to feel what it is like. :-) my vocal class was in Learn-To-Sing Centre in Taman Tun Dr Ismail. And my vocal teacher was a Philipino. A lot of things to learn - the voice projection, and how to sing effortlessly .. Not easy, but it's good to just enrich my knowledge in vocal. :-) I am still looking for a great vocal teacher - I was thinking of Noryn Aziz, but i know that she's super busy ... as for now, I need a lot of exposure in stage performance - just a note to everyone, I do perform at weddings, events, and i do back-up singing too. i start small - who knows that one day i might just be the next Mariah Carey ... *think big, think big* :-)
Imagine the headline - 'Mel Mohsen, a newcomer with a golden voice'
LOL!
I would also like to take this opportunity to wish all the Muslim in the world ... Selamat Berpuasa.
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Happy 51st Merdeka Day, Malaysia.
Merdeka! Merdeka! Merdeka!
Malaysia will celebrate its 51st year of freedom from British colonialism. So here i am, after 26 years since our former PM era, the most respected Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad ... i could see a lot of boastful enriching development. I am sure proud to be a Malaysian ... :-) I might be exaggerating, but I personally think Malaysia is what it is today, because of our Tun. On behalf of the Malaysians, I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to you Tun. Thank you...
Speaking of Malaysia ... With its beautiful beaches, interesting places of interest, fantastic shopping spree, fabulous cultural experiences it will sure attract tourists to come visit Malaysia, unbelievably to be a third world-class country. A developing country ... I am so proud to see the skyscrapers, improved roads and highways, the beautiful landscaping, etc. The image of Malaysia now, is creating a lot of possibilities for the younger generations ... to achieve our Vision of 2020.
I am wondering why not many people fly our national flags on their vehicles like we used to ... everywhere was so colourful before ... possibly because of too much frustrations? Talking about that ... i guess we should all feel blessed that Malaysia is one of the safest countries in the world as to its crime rate that is relatively low.
I still love Malaysia, no matter what. A reminder everyone ... Just be prepared for the lean times. But we must always be optimistic! My sincere and best wishes to the fellow Malaysians and I wish for a peaceful and prosperous Malaysia.
Happy Merdeka Day, again ...
Malaysia will celebrate its 51st year of freedom from British colonialism. So here i am, after 26 years since our former PM era, the most respected Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad ... i could see a lot of boastful enriching development. I am sure proud to be a Malaysian ... :-) I might be exaggerating, but I personally think Malaysia is what it is today, because of our Tun. On behalf of the Malaysians, I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to you Tun. Thank you...
Speaking of Malaysia ... With its beautiful beaches, interesting places of interest, fantastic shopping spree, fabulous cultural experiences it will sure attract tourists to come visit Malaysia, unbelievably to be a third world-class country. A developing country ... I am so proud to see the skyscrapers, improved roads and highways, the beautiful landscaping, etc. The image of Malaysia now, is creating a lot of possibilities for the younger generations ... to achieve our Vision of 2020.
I am wondering why not many people fly our national flags on their vehicles like we used to ... everywhere was so colourful before ... possibly because of too much frustrations? Talking about that ... i guess we should all feel blessed that Malaysia is one of the safest countries in the world as to its crime rate that is relatively low.
I still love Malaysia, no matter what. A reminder everyone ... Just be prepared for the lean times. But we must always be optimistic! My sincere and best wishes to the fellow Malaysians and I wish for a peaceful and prosperous Malaysia.
Happy Merdeka Day, again ...
Friday, August 29, 2008
Ole-Ole Bali 290808
I've never had a blog before. I just feel that it would be fun to share and document my everyday's adventures, life stories, work, interest, memories, and etc ... Here goes ... my first post. :-)
It's been years ... yup! years ... FINALLY. most of us were at Ole-Ole Bali Sunway Pyramid last night for dinner - Linda, Ejay, Fildza, Osyen, Mas, Wani and myself. We call ourselves the Mass Commites. :-) Ikzal, Din, Af, Yana and a few more of us were unable to make it to last night's gathering.
I was fashionably late as i had to nurse my cat after sending her for spaying. My fluffy was on a heat cycle for few days as it was a bit late for her spaying. My male kitty, sayang was sent for neuter earlier. Fyi, they are both 10 months old now. Fluffy was born on 16th October 2007, while Sayang's on 15th October 2007. Fluffy has been growling to everyone especially sayang ever since she came back from the vet. Poor fluffy. She must be in pain ... It brought tears to my eyes seeing her condition now. She doesn't have appetite to eat. She doesn't play. She's been sleeping ever since. The favourite spot - under my bed. I've been nursing her ever since too.
As I was out, karaoke-ing with my mates (it was supposed to be Euphoria after karaoke), mom sent me a text message saying that fluffy was no where to be found! Omg!!! I was so worried sick, and so many things came to my mind ... had to excuse myself from the karaoke session, rushed home to go search for my fluffy. My bibik, mom and sister, ofy searched the entire house, but failed to find her. Drove back like mad ... all of a sudden, i felt like my adrenaline level went up very high. Believe it or not, once I reached home and as I was looking for her, the mother instinct told me to search in my room ... And there she was ... under my bed. I felt so relieved! Really ... This happened early this year when I brought fluffy back to Terengganu to meet the great grandma ... She went missing ... and I had to make a police report because I was so worried sick of her. I couldn't stop crying ... But then again, she was found at my grandma's house hiding in a cooking pot. My fluffy's so naughty! She loves to play hide-and-seek. :-) Fluffy, please don't do that to mommy again okay ... I decided not to go out until my fluffy is well ... I love my babies, fluffy and sayang so much ... Awwwwww...
Coming back to my gathering - I had a great fun even for a while. We had great laughs. Took a lot of pictures with them and yes, uploaded all of it on facebook! :-) Now everyone is all grown up! ... How time flies ... I'm glad that all these years, we're still friends ... and I hope that we will remain as friends eternally ... xoxo
It's been years ... yup! years ... FINALLY. most of us were at Ole-Ole Bali Sunway Pyramid last night for dinner - Linda, Ejay, Fildza, Osyen, Mas, Wani and myself. We call ourselves the Mass Commites. :-) Ikzal, Din, Af, Yana and a few more of us were unable to make it to last night's gathering.
I was fashionably late as i had to nurse my cat after sending her for spaying. My fluffy was on a heat cycle for few days as it was a bit late for her spaying. My male kitty, sayang was sent for neuter earlier. Fyi, they are both 10 months old now. Fluffy was born on 16th October 2007, while Sayang's on 15th October 2007. Fluffy has been growling to everyone especially sayang ever since she came back from the vet. Poor fluffy. She must be in pain ... It brought tears to my eyes seeing her condition now. She doesn't have appetite to eat. She doesn't play. She's been sleeping ever since. The favourite spot - under my bed. I've been nursing her ever since too.
As I was out, karaoke-ing with my mates (it was supposed to be Euphoria after karaoke), mom sent me a text message saying that fluffy was no where to be found! Omg!!! I was so worried sick, and so many things came to my mind ... had to excuse myself from the karaoke session, rushed home to go search for my fluffy. My bibik, mom and sister, ofy searched the entire house, but failed to find her. Drove back like mad ... all of a sudden, i felt like my adrenaline level went up very high. Believe it or not, once I reached home and as I was looking for her, the mother instinct told me to search in my room ... And there she was ... under my bed. I felt so relieved! Really ... This happened early this year when I brought fluffy back to Terengganu to meet the great grandma ... She went missing ... and I had to make a police report because I was so worried sick of her. I couldn't stop crying ... But then again, she was found at my grandma's house hiding in a cooking pot. My fluffy's so naughty! She loves to play hide-and-seek. :-) Fluffy, please don't do that to mommy again okay ... I decided not to go out until my fluffy is well ... I love my babies, fluffy and sayang so much ... Awwwwww...
Coming back to my gathering - I had a great fun even for a while. We had great laughs. Took a lot of pictures with them and yes, uploaded all of it on facebook! :-) Now everyone is all grown up! ... How time flies ... I'm glad that all these years, we're still friends ... and I hope that we will remain as friends eternally ... xoxo
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