Narrow Escape from Car Accident

After I dropped my bro in town, I used Jln Mesjid Negeri (Greenlane) to go back Sg Ara.


Then a blue 3-series BMW (PBA 80) changed to left lane without knowing there was a dark blue Saga beside him. Poor Saga swerved left ramming up the curb just after Convent Green Lane.

I was right behind, and saw everything clearly eventhough it was raining. I made a rapid exit to the right, and missed the Saga bumper by few inches. Close call for me.


I hope the Saga driver is alright and not injured. Meanwhile, Mr. BMW please look at your side-mirror next time ur about to switch lane.

Lame New Housemaid Rules

About two weeks ago, prior to the new maid arrival, my mom asked me to type and print out these lame rules meant for the new housemaid. Don't laugh ok! I spent some time looking up malay-english dictionary to translate some words.

These are the lame rules !!!

Tugas & Tanggungjawab Pembantu Rumah
Jobs & Responsibilities of Housemaid

Pembantu hendak melaksanakan kerja rumahtangga dengan cekap, ikhlas dan bersih.
The maid has to perform house chores effectively, sincerely and spotlessly.

Pembantu hendaklah mematuhi segala arahan majikan berkaitan dengan kerja rumahtangga. Tak boleh malas kerja, harus rajin.
The maid has to obey every order from master regarding house chores. She cannot slack, must be hardworking.

Pembantu hendaklah sentiasa bersopan-santun, berbudi bahasa dan menghormati majikan serta ahli keluarganya. Jangan bertengkar atau membantah bila majikan membetulkan kesalahan kamu. (Jangan balas mulut)
The maid has to be polite, courteous and respect the master and fellow family members. Do not argue or disagree when master tries to correct you. (No bickering)

Pembantu tidak boleh main telefon. (Bayaran kos telefon mahal) Kalau ingin telefon balik rumah atau kemana-mana, harus minta daripada majikan.
Jangan kasih nombor telefon majikan kepada kawan atau orang lain tanpa pengetahuan majikan.
The maid cannot play with phonecalls. (Cost of phonecall is expensive). If there is a need to call back home or anywhere else, she has to seek permission from master.
Do not give out master's numbers to friends or other people without master's consent.

Jangan bergaul atau berbual-bual (sembang) dengan pembantu jiran-jiran di samping rumah.
Do not mingle or chit-chat with neighbors' housemaids nextdoor.

Tidak dibenarkan cari teman lelaki.
Jangan bawa teman atau kenalan ke rumah majikan.
Jangan cakap dan buka pintu kepada orang tidak kenal
The maid is not allowed to seek boyfriend.
Do not bring friends or acquaintances back to master's residence
Do not speak to and open door to unknown persons.

Pembantu hendaklah mematuhi undang-undang dan menghormati adat dan tradisi majikan.
Jangan sengaja mengingkari arahan majikan (disobey)
Jangan sengaja mengabaikan tugas (neglect duties)
Jangan kasak atau sengaja pecah alat-alat di rumah
Jangan tipu majikan
Jangan cakap bohong and tidak amanah (dishonest)
Jangan curi wang dan barang-barang majikan.
Jangan mengambil apa-apa yang bukan milik kamu.
The maid has to follow rules and respect master's customs and traditions.
Do not disobey master's order.
Do not neglect duties.
Do not be careless and break household items deliberately
Do not lie to master
Do not talk falsely and act dishonestly.
Do not steal master's money and belongings.
Do not take anything that does not belong to you.

Pembantu rumah mempunyai sikap jujur and rajin, pasti disayangi majikan nyonya.
Housemaid that has honesty and hardworking attitude, will be loved by master.

First Blog

Today marks the first day of 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.

Let's view the MV of 2008 Beijing Olympics song"Welcome to Beijing".





The lyrics are as below.


迎接另一个晨曦，带来全新空气。

Let’ s embrace another morning and enjoy its ever new air.

气息改变情味不变，茶香飘满情谊。

With the fragrance of tea, it smells different. But it feels great, full of friendship.

我家大门常打开，开放怀抱等你。

Our door is always open. We are waiting for you open-armed.

拥抱过就有了默契，你就会爱上这里。

After a big hug, you’ll feel close with us. And surely you will love this place.

不管远近都是客人，请不用客气。

Our guests, no matter where you come from, please feel at home.

相约好了在一起，我们欢迎你。

We promised to get together here. So welcome!

我家种着万年青，开放每段传奇。

We cultivate Chinese Evergreen in the garden. All the time, it is producing a new legend.

为传统的土壤播种，为你留下回忆。

In the soil rich in traditions, we plant. Hope everything we plant here leaves you a great experience.

陌生熟悉都是客人，请不用拘礼。

Our guests, no matter we’ve met before or not, please feel at ease.

第几次来没关系，有太多话题。

Even if you have been here for many times, you won’t feel bored ‘cause we have vast new things for you.

北京欢迎你，为你开天辟地。

Welcome to Beijing; we’ve done a lot for your visit.

流动中的魅力，充满着朝气。

Its charm in ever changing is full of life.

北京欢迎你，在太阳下分享呼吸。

Welcome to Beijing; let’s breathe together in the sunshine.

在黄土地刷新成绩！

Let’s establish new records here in China.

我家大门常打开，开怀容纳天地。

Our door is always open. We are open armed, ready to embrace the world.

岁月绽放青春笑容，迎接这个日期。

5000-year-old China is flashing a youthful smile, waiting for the day.

天大地大都是朋友，请不用客气。

Our guests, no matter where you come from, please feel at home.

画意诗意带笑意，只为等待你。

We paint pictures and write poems to express the joy for your coming.

北京欢迎你，像音乐感动你。

Welcome to Beijing; like moving music, our hospitality will warm your heart.

让我们都加油去超越自己。

Let’s try to challenge ourselves.

北京欢迎你，有梦想谁都了不起。

Welcome to Beijing; people who have dreams are all bravo.

有勇气就会有奇迹。

If only you keep the courage, miracles will happen.

北京欢迎你，为你开天辟地。

Welcome to Beijing; we’ve done a lot for your visit.

流动中的魅力，充满着朝气。

Its charm in ever changing is full of life.

北京欢迎你，在太阳下分享呼吸。

Welcome to Beijing; let’s breathe together in the sunshine.

在黄土地刷新成绩！

Let’s establish new records here in China.

北京欢迎你，像音乐感动你。

Welcome to Beijing; like moving music, our hospitality will warm your heart.

让我们都加油去超越自己。

Let’s try to challenge ourselves.

北京欢迎你，有梦想谁都了不起。

Welcome to Beijing; people who have dreams are all bravo.

有勇气就会有奇迹。

If only you keep the courage, miracles will happen.

我家大门常打开，开放怀抱等你。

Our door is always open. We are waiting for you open-armed.

拥抱过就有了默契，你就会爱上这里。

After a big hug, you’ll feel close with us. And surely you will love this place.

不管远近都是客人，请不用客气。

Our guests, no matter where you come from, please feel at home.

相约好了在一起，我们欢迎你。

We promised to get together here. So welcome!

北京欢迎你，为你开天辟地。

Welcome to Beijing; we’ve done a lot for your visit.

流动中的魅力，充满着朝气。

Its charm in ever changing is full of life.

北京欢迎你，在太阳下分享呼吸。

Welcome to Beijing; let’s breathe together in the sunshine.

在黄土地刷新成绩！

Let’s establish new records here in China.

我家大门常打开，开怀容纳天地。

Our door is always open. We are open armed, ready to embrace the world.

岁月绽放青春笑容，迎接这个日期。

5000-year-old China is flashing a youthful smile, waiting for the day.

天大地大都是朋友，请不用客气。

Our guests, no matter where you come from, please feel at home.

画意诗意带笑意，只为等待你。

We paint pictures and write poems to express the joy for your coming.

北京欢迎你，像音乐感动你。

Welcome to Beijing; like moving music, our hospitality will warm your heart.

让我们都加油去超越自己。

Let’s try to challenge ourselves.

北京欢迎你，有梦想谁都了不起。

Welcome to Beijing; people who have dreams are all bravo.

有勇气就会有奇迹。

If only you keep the courage, miracles will happen.

北京欢迎你，为你开天辟地。

Welcome to Beijing; we’ve done a lot for your visit.

流动中的魅力，充满着朝气。

Its charm in ever changing is full of life.

北京欢迎你，在太阳下分享呼吸。

Welcome to Beijing; let’s breathe together in the sunshine.

在黄土地刷新成绩！

Let’s establish new records here in China.

北京欢迎你，像音乐感动你。

Welcome to Beijing; like moving music, our hospitality will warm your heart.

让我们都加油去超越自己。

Let’s try to challenge ourselves.

北京欢迎你，有梦想谁都了不起。

Welcome to Beijing; people who have dreams are all bravo.

有勇气就会有奇迹。

If only you keep the courage, miracles will happen.

北京欢迎你，有梦想谁都了不起。

Welcome to Beijing; people who have dreams are all bravo.

有勇气就会有奇迹。

If only you keep the courage, miracles will happen.

北京欢迎你，有梦想谁都了不起。

Welcome to Beijing; people who have dreams are all bravo.

有勇气就会有奇迹！

If only you keep the courage, miracles will happen.