The air smells different here. Or it could just be me. It feels really good to be back here after so long. As I look out the balcony, I see headlights speeding to and fro. It is late now. I hope they rush home safely. In the far distance, I see neon lights slowly dying as shops call it a night.

The familiar surrounding of my bedroom brings back faint memories of my past. Almost a year now; I can’t believe how fast time just passes me by. The slow humming of the air conditioner, gives me the sense of calmness that I need; reassuring me that I am home. A mental note to myself, “I sure need to clean this place,� as my eyes wander to boxes that were never open since we moved in. I wonder what hidden treasures lay inside them.

I drove my trusty silver car out earlier. It has been too long. As I climbed into the driver’s seat and caressed the steering wheel with my hands, it felt like a reunion of old friends. I missed this car. It has been my companion for many years. Memories sweet and bitter intertwined, still lingered in the air. Shadows of lovers passed; the late night rendezvous; sneaking kisses amongst warm cuddles. Tears of anguish still stains the seats, the dashboard still bears the bruises of wild pounding fists. All this wrapped within a metal box with wheels.

My eyes grow weary now. The soft bed, swimming in the scent of lavender, beckons. I bid all of you a good night. May your slumber be filled with wonderful jewels of memories to keep. As for me, my stay here is temporary; I knowingly, savor every moment of it, while it lasts.

The 9 Emperor fest is upon us again.

I will be back in Penang for two weeks but I won’t be contactable.

Will not be near any Internet services.

See you all in two weeks!!!

ACTS Malaysia held a fundraising dinner a few Saturdays ago to collect funds for their activities.

I was there to show support to my colleague.

Nicholas Chin took the excellent photographs you see below.

Thank you Nick!!!

Welcoming the guests, refugees style.

A warm smile, breaking the barriers of different languages and cultures.

United in Song

Songs and dance from the Kachin

Chin traditional game/dance. Honestly I am not sure which is which.

Belly dancing queen…

Dr Suze singing Ave Maria

Traditional dance from Myanmar

Turn your partner…

Twist, twist…

Round, round…

The Salsa girls for the night. Can anyone say Hot! Hot! HOT!!?

Me? A gym bunny?

No way!!!!

Never in a million will I think that I wills sign up for a gym. You can ask anyone who knows me. I have given people countless excuses to get out of signing up for a gym. My friend, Greg has been trying to convince me to try out a gym since we met at a seminar back in April.

Finally 3 weeks ago, I did. My reason (or excuse) will be that it is because the gym was giving a family package. Seems like a good deal at that time. Though a couple of my colleagues are screaming bloody murder because they fear I might have been cheated. I do not blame them because after all, a major yoga chain just went bust and many customers were left in a limbo. Plus hundreds of thousand ringgit in prepaid services were now non-existent.

Before this particular gym share the same fate, may it be now or the future. I am trying my best to make sure I get my money’s worth. Well, I have attended the gym since last week. I took the dance class and capoeira classes which I am loving. I am not sure if I am losing any weight but I did notice that I am no longer hunching.

Then again, it has only been 2 weeks. Let’s see what happens.

Noah and Alex have been singing praises about this movie. Both have been asking me to watch it since June. I did not give it much thought until Oprah had a show about the movie. I fell in love with the movie just by watching the preview. 33 Beatles songs are used in this movie.

Finally, last week I manage to loan Alex’s copy. I watched it over the weekend. I love the Beatles and their songs but now that love is elevated to a higher level.

Have a look at the trailer.

Newer Posts »