Beautiful Design

I recently got engaged in a design project, and was browsing through the internet for some ideas. Then, someone introduced this company, Princeton Tec that focusses on lamp products that are suitable for either sports or industrial. I noticed that some of the product design is very contemporary and the color scheme matches to the current trend. Below are some examples, and the way they present them in their website made the products look more stand-out. The lamps are both functionally attractive and aesthetically appealing.

First Milestone

Just felt great when I checked my Alexa ranking just now. I have just reached my first milestone, that is to overtake my company's website in terms of page traffic rank worldwide and in Malaysia. Though it is nothing to shout about when I look at the overall picture, it is at least satisfying to see I can aim something higher next. Maybe the coming target is to achieve higher income than my company yearly profit.

Aston Villa : Match 11 & 12 result

What a game they had yesterday! Villa finally broke a 3 match winless streak with a 5-1 knocking of Bolton at Villa Park. They got a shock in the previous match, when they lost to West Ham 2-1. Anyway, like many others, they won't wake up unless they got a shock.

The goals came early from an Ashley Young's strike at the 4th minute. Gabby Agbonlahor stabbed in the second goal before half time, and big John Carew added the third right after half time from an individual effort. The final 2 scorers were James Milner from the spot, and a back header from defender Carlos Cuellar.

Four of the five goals came from John Carew's assist, and he rightfully earned the Man-of-the-Match award.


> Goal #1: Ashley Young (4th minute)


> Goal #2: Gabby Agbonlahor (42th minute)
> Goal #5: Carlos Cuellar (74th minute)


> Goal #3: John Carew (52th minute)


> Goal #4: James Milner (71th minute)

My Top 5 Treat List

It is the time of the year, where I will plan for something before the year ends. This is what we used to call azam baru in school, and this time I have my 5 top treat list already firmly in mind. I have to tattoo them strongly in mind, as I believe in "What I have in mind, I will have in front of my eyes". To further give myself a push, I have tuned my heart to believe that "If you think you can, only you can make it cannot".

(1) My Treat No. #1

The first treat in my list will be to get myself one of the most important assets in my life; a computer. I am looking forward to having a Dell Inspiron 13 laptop this year. I have been using desktop PC all this while, either at home or in office. The first thing that captures my eyes about Dell Inspiron 13 is the exterior smooth round edges and crisp clean lines features. (amended)

I think it looks elegant in Obsidian Black, sleek in Alpine White and inspiring in Cherry Red. My favourite color is the inspiring Cherry Red, liking it as much as ex-Miss Singapore Ris Low and Puah Chu Kang loving loud colours that shouts BOOMS!

The Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology is able to deliver 50% more performance that enables me to multi-task at ease, without interuption and processing down time. With its enhanced wireless supports and the Dell™ Webcam Central, there is no problem if I blog in a group at Starbucks. Non-speckies like me would love the 13.3 inches screen, large enough for me to clearly see my family on the screen during video chat. What's more, by adding an ATI Radeon™ HD 4330 graphics card, I can experience and enjoy true high-definition cinematic experience by just hooking up to my 42 inches LCD TV using the one-cord HDMI connection.

Therefore, this Dell Inspiron 13 laptop will certainly give a boost to my aspiration to become an active blogger, where I can eat, shop, move and chat with and from my laptop. I can now enter Nuffnang contest, upload into Innit and update my blog at the convenience of my fingertips.

(2) My Treat No. #2

For my second treat, I would go for what I like to do often; travelling. I would like to make a trip to Dell's home country, the United States of America. It is everyone's dream to set his foot on this "Land of Opportunities". Even before thinking of buying a plane ticket, I need to get the most difficult entry pass ever; the US Visa from the US Embassy at Jalan Tun Razak. Nevertheless, just by imagining myself getting splashed at Niagara Falls, standing proudly on top of Statue of Liberty, walking at the edge of Grand Canyon Skywalk and being a kid again at the Disneyland would push me to work harder towards my dream.

(3) My Treat No. #3

Making the long flight to the United States would best be done by treating myself to a comfy seat on the new double-decked Airbus A380. It will be a totally new experience, as we are used to the tight and uncomfortable 3-by-3 seating configuration used in our low-cost carrier. It will be proud to also know that a Malaysian company, Composite Research Technology Malaysia is part of the supply chain for Boeing A380.

The new generation Economy Class seat will make my 23 hours flight seem short and entertaining with over 1000 channels of movies, audio and TV on a 10.6" digital widescreen. Even if work interupts my leisure briefly, it would not be a problem as every seat has its own laptop power supply and USB connection, allowing working on documents, viewing of videos and pictures from my laptop or portable devices. I might consider for an upgrade to the Business Class seats to get the widest leather seat that unfolds to the largest full-flat bed for a comfortable and rejuvenating night’s rest.

I would choose the window seat and make sure I can have a good glimpse one of the building I admired most; Burj Al Arab in Dubai.

(4) My Treat No. #4

By just mentioning the name Burj Al-Arab, many people may not give you a response. But when you show them the picture, everyone will agree that this awe-inspiring building qualifies to be the world's most prestigious and only 7-star hotel.

I personally like the science and beauty of architecture. On my way back to Malaysia, I would make a transit at Dubai, and treat myself to a night at Burj Al-Arab, and be treated like a king, or at least a prince. It costs around RM7,000 for a Deluxe One Bedroom Suite with beautiful views of the Arabian Gulf. I think it is good value for money, in return for the luxury of a chauffeur-driven Rolls Royce, discreet in-suite check in, private reception desk on every floor and a brigade of highly trained butlers who provide around-the-clock attention. We know that elsewhere, only superstars and famous footballers can get such treatment.

(5) My Treat No. #5

I am looking for a good replacement for my old faithful Perodua Kancil that has been serving me for almost 5 years. It is rather a hard and difficult move to part with an old "friend", but I have fallen in love with Volkswagen Beetle when I first saw it on the road in Petaling Jaya almost 4 years back.

I would love to get myself the new Volkswagen Beetle, and it will be the number #5 in my treat list. I really hope our Bursa Malaysia can help to make my dream list come much sooner.

The car is actually very cool to be in, no matter if it looks more suitable for my partner. I especially like the exterior features, and you won't find another car that will want to clone its classical curves styling design. The good thing compared to its earlier generation is the quietness of its engine. My top pick is the striking Gecko Green colour.

My Treat To You

In return, I want to treat my beloved friends and blog faithful readers with this once in a lifetime offer from Dell that would allow them to make purchase of a Dell Inspiron 13 (S510701MY model) with RM100 Instant Cash Redemption!! This promotion is only available online or by calling Dell. However, do act quick as this coupon code expires on 10th Nov 2009, which is 3 days from now! Remember this coupon code 7ZQVQF2RLZRKW3 and the toll-free number to contact 1800-88-0301.

Thank you to Dell and Nuffnang for bringing us this contest: "IT'S TIME TO TREAT YOURSELF".

Today's 1Joke : 3 Nov 2009

Saw this really disturbing news from Malaysiakini just now. It's the "Apa nama" Uncle M speaking again, and his words are always the opposite of what he did when he was the PM.



This time he was saying about his support for single stream school, whereby he thinks Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Cina and Tamil should phase out and move every kids to Sekolah Kebangsaan. His reason is that Chinese kids don't like to mix with Malay and Indian kids. What a mischievous remark this uncle can give.

I just have want him to tell the world;
> Where did he send his children to study last time? I don't think it's Malaysia
> Where are his grandchildren schooling now? I don't think they are in Sekolah Kebangsaan
> If we can find non-Chinese in quite big numbers in SJK, but what can you say about our Maktab Rendah and the big Uni at Shah Alam?

A Good Article To Reflect On

This is a wonderful article just appearing in Malaysian Insider today. The content was written based on Tengku Razaleigh's dinner speech. What he said is very true and it reflects the feelings of many Malaysians not in that certain "group" of people. It takes courage for someone to voice this discrepancy out with subtle and totally unprovocative words. It's a real truth that our politician's children are almost all of them put in overseas school, and they should know why they are doing so.




And some of these politicians themselves are the ones introducing the damaging policies, such as asking for a less emphasis on English, the International language in schools and closing of vernacular schools, where quality is emphasised for the name of national unity. But they did not say what alternatives they are giving to us for forsaking such a quality system. They just want us to follow their words blindly, and this is what our politicians are only good at; cheap talks.

Today's 1Joke : 2 November 2009

Saw this inspiring news from Malaysian Insider on government's way in boosting income of civil servants. The reason I say inspiring is because it is time they use performance as the benchmark, and we know who should be on the forefront of the list. I am glad and happy with the news because my other half is a civil servant, and she can perform beyond expectation.

On the other hand, it doesn't seem practical and I just treat it as a way our Mr N propagates his "1Malaysia" tag with no clear direction. Does his slogan "Rakyat Didahulukan, Pencapaian Diutamakan" really works in this approach, where we have long known that kulitfication is much more significant than qualification in the public sector?

Maybe he should use the Multi-level marketing (MLM) way of rewarding top performers by using clearly shown sales figures, rather than doing the selection behind closed door by the selected few or rewarding the highest to the oldest. This is what we call "Pencapaian Diutamakan". Anyway, I doubt this plan will materialize..

Aston Villa : Match 10 result

Villa drew again in this away match against Everton 1-1 at Goodison Park. They were down 1-0 by half time from a goal at the stoppage time.

But the boss, O'Neill put in John Carew in the 2nd half and he repaid his faith with a goal almost immediately.


> John Carew, The Giant

The match also ended with both teams losing a player, and our boy Carlos Cuellar got the marching order in the 89th minute. Overall, the boss thought the draw was a fair result and Villa occupied firmly at P7, sharing the glory with Liverpool and Man City.

And we are looking forward to the next match on 4 Nov against the "same jersey color" team West Ham at Boleyn Ground.