Instinct makes me feel like taking a drive today.
The purpose is mainly about testing him after his latest repairs almost a month ago.
All was nice and cozy, other than one or two glitches, plus an overly warm moment in a traffic jam.
Read more about it here.
20081227
20081224
Incapacitated Rocker
I do feel old now.
I think I am losing more hair than I should have.
God I am worried.
An ex-rocker (or probably still am) like me losing hair!?
Think Sean Killian in 1992 compared to the more recent live version back in 2005.
Or even better, think Rich Dean Anderson during Macgyver times compared to Stargate SG-1.
Or the best, think Kojak or Yul Brynner, all those eternal times...
Arrrghhh!!!
Far from serene isn't it....
Or was it the MSG I subconsciously ate these few weeks...
I think I am losing more hair than I should have.
God I am worried.
An ex-rocker (or probably still am) like me losing hair!?
Think Sean Killian in 1992 compared to the more recent live version back in 2005.
Or even better, think Rich Dean Anderson during Macgyver times compared to Stargate SG-1.
Or the best, think Kojak or Yul Brynner, all those eternal times...
Arrrghhh!!!
Far from serene isn't it....
Or was it the MSG I subconsciously ate these few weeks...
20081217
Aspiring
I do feel jealous sometimes.
My office mates have their own laptops, and are blissfully surfing the Wi-Fi airwaves available just about anywhere.
I feel so left out.
In fact I am so jealous I am thinking of my Citibank credit card, and whether I should swipe it at the Acer branch opposite my Air Kelantan site for the brand new Acer Aspire One netbook.
Lucky I did not bring THAT credit card. It's all lust... hedonism... heck...
My office mates have their own laptops, and are blissfully surfing the Wi-Fi airwaves available just about anywhere.
I feel so left out.
In fact I am so jealous I am thinking of my Citibank credit card, and whether I should swipe it at the Acer branch opposite my Air Kelantan site for the brand new Acer Aspire One netbook.
Lucky I did not bring THAT credit card. It's all lust... hedonism... heck...
20081214
20081211
Worn Out Reverse Gear
The 80s were my era.
It belongs to me.
That's why I can never leave it. It will certainly almost immediately came back to me.
Ohh! Those were the days.
The songwriting, the musicianship, the sincerity, the true heyday.
I can consider the Malaysian seminal band Alleycats as my first serious music listening, and that was way back in around the year 1986 when they are at their greatest. And up to now, most of their songs are still covered, and was never obsolete.
And my first serious listen at rock was the quintessential band Def Leppard and that was in 1988. And that particular album Hysteria was the best, and still is.
How about Ratt? Guns N Roses? I don't think anyone can top them, especially back in those arena rock days.
Who can forget screaming heavy bands such as Overkill? King Diamond? Metallica? They were all born in the early 1980s. The late 80s saw Vio-Lence, Sacred Reich, Forbidden etc. And that era was the best for all of these bands.
And who can deny the soul rock musicianship of Hall & Oates, and those jazzy sensibilities Sheila Majid, Chicago, even Toto?
Those doesn't include countless other I can only hope I have more time to listen and indulge.
I had to mention this. Punk and hardcore, too was prevalent in those days.
Though my listening diversified in the 1990s when I bought my first tape, it was still those based on rock. And the grunge movement didn't even make any difference. Besides, it's only a part of rock.
I have at times moved forward. But I will always pull that reverse gear and head back home.
It belongs to me.
That's why I can never leave it. It will certainly almost immediately came back to me.
Ohh! Those were the days.
The songwriting, the musicianship, the sincerity, the true heyday.
I can consider the Malaysian seminal band Alleycats as my first serious music listening, and that was way back in around the year 1986 when they are at their greatest. And up to now, most of their songs are still covered, and was never obsolete.
And my first serious listen at rock was the quintessential band Def Leppard and that was in 1988. And that particular album Hysteria was the best, and still is.
How about Ratt? Guns N Roses? I don't think anyone can top them, especially back in those arena rock days.
Who can forget screaming heavy bands such as Overkill? King Diamond? Metallica? They were all born in the early 1980s. The late 80s saw Vio-Lence, Sacred Reich, Forbidden etc. And that era was the best for all of these bands.
And who can deny the soul rock musicianship of Hall & Oates, and those jazzy sensibilities Sheila Majid, Chicago, even Toto?
Those doesn't include countless other I can only hope I have more time to listen and indulge.
I had to mention this. Punk and hardcore, too was prevalent in those days.
Though my listening diversified in the 1990s when I bought my first tape, it was still those based on rock. And the grunge movement didn't even make any difference. Besides, it's only a part of rock.
I have at times moved forward. But I will always pull that reverse gear and head back home.
20081205
Very Crunchy
They say toasts are the best breakfast one can eat.
I read that probably a couple of years ago. I don't know who said it, but considering I read it in English, it might as well came from an Englishman of yore.
But bread has been a somewhat Muslim food too, especially in the Arab countries, since historic times. And I probably have a small percentage of Arab blood in me. So there...
Nevertheless, I love bread. And everyday it did for me.
For this week, it's been almost everyday that I ate toast, with one session as my lunch instead of breakfast.
At other times, I ate Kellogg's Corn Flakes. Nothing like the originators of corn flakes, Nestle doesn't even come close. With milk, it's a quintessential food of choice.
Back to toast, what I did was to buy a loaf of Gardenia bread, preferably the 3rm fibre type. And it can last for about 3 days.
We have a a toaster and a fridge in the office, and it's filled with jam spreads, Kellogg boxes, milk packs and a plate of Raya date, which I assume is still edible.
Usually the prefered choice of spread is the Orange Marmalade of the Chivers brand, though I can do with Strawberry or Raspberry too. Yes, it's sweet. Shoulda spread it thinner too, and it can be a healthier combination. Sometimes, I also spread JIF peanut butter or Goober of any combinaton. And mind you, one slice is only for one spread.
When I do feel like spreading the Planta margarine, I pour a fingertipful of sugar as a topping. Usually the amount needed for four slice doesn't exceed a teaspoon.
One thing though, never use one spreader knife for multiple spreads. You will ruin the spread in the jar.
Usually I ate four slices at any one session, usually mornings.
I don't feel like eating out anymore. I practically don't need to leave office.
I read that probably a couple of years ago. I don't know who said it, but considering I read it in English, it might as well came from an Englishman of yore.
But bread has been a somewhat Muslim food too, especially in the Arab countries, since historic times. And I probably have a small percentage of Arab blood in me. So there...
Nevertheless, I love bread. And everyday it did for me.
For this week, it's been almost everyday that I ate toast, with one session as my lunch instead of breakfast.
At other times, I ate Kellogg's Corn Flakes. Nothing like the originators of corn flakes, Nestle doesn't even come close. With milk, it's a quintessential food of choice.
Back to toast, what I did was to buy a loaf of Gardenia bread, preferably the 3rm fibre type. And it can last for about 3 days.
We have a a toaster and a fridge in the office, and it's filled with jam spreads, Kellogg boxes, milk packs and a plate of Raya date, which I assume is still edible.
Usually the prefered choice of spread is the Orange Marmalade of the Chivers brand, though I can do with Strawberry or Raspberry too. Yes, it's sweet. Shoulda spread it thinner too, and it can be a healthier combination. Sometimes, I also spread JIF peanut butter or Goober of any combinaton. And mind you, one slice is only for one spread.
When I do feel like spreading the Planta margarine, I pour a fingertipful of sugar as a topping. Usually the amount needed for four slice doesn't exceed a teaspoon.
One thing though, never use one spreader knife for multiple spreads. You will ruin the spread in the jar.
Usually I ate four slices at any one session, usually mornings.
I don't feel like eating out anymore. I practically don't need to leave office.
20081203
No Kia
I pledge to give up Nokia.
I already sold two of the three units I have, the 1200, and the 2300. I still feel like keeping the classic 6510 though, in case I need a backup.
But I will let it go too, but that's a later thing.
Why am I doing this? For one, my lovely mother gave me her Sony Ericsson, which is a fully welcomed change. Besides, it has MP3 Walkman features. I love!
Two, I needed the money.
Three, Nokia, I heard, contributes to the Zionist Jew. Being a Muslim I can only imagine the feeling a Palestinian do every day.
I already sold two of the three units I have, the 1200, and the 2300. I still feel like keeping the classic 6510 though, in case I need a backup.
But I will let it go too, but that's a later thing.
Why am I doing this? For one, my lovely mother gave me her Sony Ericsson, which is a fully welcomed change. Besides, it has MP3 Walkman features. I love!
Two, I needed the money.
Three, Nokia, I heard, contributes to the Zionist Jew. Being a Muslim I can only imagine the feeling a Palestinian do every day.
20081130
Tracii Guns
Reading about all this crimes around me, makes me think...
I should get me a license.
And then get a Glock or somethin'.
I should get me a license.
And then get a Glock or somethin'.
20081128
Islam Supreme
If there's one thing that is more interesting than everything else, it is the differences of opinion.
Differences of opinion has actually shaped the world to be what it is now. Or so I thought.
West vs East, Islam vs Others, Yoga vs Edict, Fatwa vs Constitution, Ulama vs Secularist, etc etc.
Those are a few of the big names in the news currently. Especially one of the four letter word mentioned above. Uh-huh...
We are entitled to our own opinion, so be whatever it may be. But there must be limits. And your opinion must take into account that others may not agree to it.
But in the end, it is Islam that matters the most. And nothing stood above it. Yoga all you can, but when you disregard Islam for the sake of yoga, do you think you are still a Muslim?
To put it a bit simpler, you actually put the yoga interest above Islam, as though that is more important than your own way of life, Islam, by making Yoga your way of life.
To put it in an even simpler form, you are with Islam (follow it fully), or you are not really Islam (follow only what you want, and reject the rest).
Yoga all you can, yoga all you want, but He the supreme being knows what lies in your heart. What your priorities are. And He witnesses every move you make, be it underground, above the skies, and He hears what you really think.
So do what you want. Fatwa forbids smoking, yet people still do it.
Yes I might seem like I judge, but I am actually just expressing my concern.
Priority is still the order of the day my friend.
Differences of opinion has actually shaped the world to be what it is now. Or so I thought.
West vs East, Islam vs Others, Yoga vs Edict, Fatwa vs Constitution, Ulama vs Secularist, etc etc.
Those are a few of the big names in the news currently. Especially one of the four letter word mentioned above. Uh-huh...
We are entitled to our own opinion, so be whatever it may be. But there must be limits. And your opinion must take into account that others may not agree to it.
But in the end, it is Islam that matters the most. And nothing stood above it. Yoga all you can, but when you disregard Islam for the sake of yoga, do you think you are still a Muslim?
To put it a bit simpler, you actually put the yoga interest above Islam, as though that is more important than your own way of life, Islam, by making Yoga your way of life.
To put it in an even simpler form, you are with Islam (follow it fully), or you are not really Islam (follow only what you want, and reject the rest).
Yoga all you can, yoga all you want, but He the supreme being knows what lies in your heart. What your priorities are. And He witnesses every move you make, be it underground, above the skies, and He hears what you really think.
So do what you want. Fatwa forbids smoking, yet people still do it.
Yes I might seem like I judge, but I am actually just expressing my concern.
Priority is still the order of the day my friend.
20081124
One On One
I am currently crazy about Hall & Oates song, ever since I ignorantly heard it years ago, and actually stumbled upon again just a few days ago.
This is one of a few song that you need to close your eyes and just feel the music.
Here is the live version, way back in 1983. Apparently there's lots.
Enjoy!
This is one of a few song that you need to close your eyes and just feel the music.
Here is the live version, way back in 1983. Apparently there's lots.
Enjoy!
20081120
Meal Issues
This is one tip if you traveling low budget, a-la Air Asia dot com.
If you feel like eating at LCC-T to escape the so-called expensive in-flight Air-Asia meal, forget it. You are better off eating at KL Central, and it's not that cheap either there. Or order something eat-in, or take-away at those nearby KL Central, and eat discreetly in the Skybus.
In both cases, the in-flight Air-Asia food is only marginally higher in price than the ground level equivalent of LCC-T. Like my example, my KFC two (2) piece chicken and a Milo drink costs me 11.90 or so. On board, the price of a more-fulfilling Pak Nasser's Nasi Lemak plus a Pepsi can costs me 12 sharp. But then again, by looking at the too-enticing picture of a catalogue meal, I don't really know what the Nasi Lemak actually looks like in real life.
I'm better off eating on-board. Besides, I get to feel the kick of being among the really exclusive few. Hehheh..
If you feel like eating at LCC-T to escape the so-called expensive in-flight Air-Asia meal, forget it. You are better off eating at KL Central, and it's not that cheap either there. Or order something eat-in, or take-away at those nearby KL Central, and eat discreetly in the Skybus.
In both cases, the in-flight Air-Asia food is only marginally higher in price than the ground level equivalent of LCC-T. Like my example, my KFC two (2) piece chicken and a Milo drink costs me 11.90 or so. On board, the price of a more-fulfilling Pak Nasser's Nasi Lemak plus a Pepsi can costs me 12 sharp. But then again, by looking at the too-enticing picture of a catalogue meal, I don't really know what the Nasi Lemak actually looks like in real life.
I'm better off eating on-board. Besides, I get to feel the kick of being among the really exclusive few. Hehheh..
20081119
20081117
Bee Ohh
Sometimes while on the bus or LRT, I have this strong urge to just do a sales pitch in-situ to all those Bangladeshis or Indonesians with bothersome body odor to buy this particular Amway deodorant I use.
Don't they realize what's going on, what is really happening?
Right now, my small solution is to use the wrapped hotel soap pieces I usually take home with me, and smell it when things do get in the negatory.
Don't they realize what's going on, what is really happening?
Right now, my small solution is to use the wrapped hotel soap pieces I usually take home with me, and smell it when things do get in the negatory.
20081112
Some Things Need Two Repair Sessions
The night I got the first bus, I went back home dragging my bike with a flat rear tyre.
Yes, for a week, I have to walk. But it's okay. Exercise's good anyway.
So two nights ago, I tried to repair the bike, with a tube I once used.
It proved futile, for the tube lets out air faster than fart. Unfortunately, it farted sometimes later that night, and I got to know it only the next morning.
Dang! Walking again!? And I'm late for the first bus...
So yesterday, I bought a new tube, and later that night, I re-repaired the rear tyre.
It didn't happen anymore, fortunately.
So today, at 5.30am, I departed using the same route I use, and prayed at a musalla near the bus stop. And I waited for the nice first bus as usual.
Yes, for a week, I have to walk. But it's okay. Exercise's good anyway.
So two nights ago, I tried to repair the bike, with a tube I once used.
It proved futile, for the tube lets out air faster than fart. Unfortunately, it farted sometimes later that night, and I got to know it only the next morning.
Dang! Walking again!? And I'm late for the first bus...
So yesterday, I bought a new tube, and later that night, I re-repaired the rear tyre.
It didn't happen anymore, fortunately.
So today, at 5.30am, I departed using the same route I use, and prayed at a musalla near the bus stop. And I waited for the nice first bus as usual.
20081106
Please RTFM
For those owners of anything, like, anything at all, it pays to read your user manual.
Or at least, read about the page mentioning about optional accessories.
It works for me to know exactly what I wanted when I buy.
In my case, my handphone. I happen to go to Uda Ocean near Jalan Petaling last week, and I thought about buying a handsfree kit.
At that time, I don't know a thing about the suitable one for my phone.
Neither do the shop owner! He seems to be clueless about the right type or model of the kit for my 1200 Nokia. He simply attempted to plug in one unit that I know was for phones from 4 years ago, labeled HS-7.
When the phone displayed "Enhancement not supported" I simply said, this one won't work. He said it will.
I just knew it won't because I have just that model for my old 2300. And it is not recognized by the 1200.
When I said it won't work, once again, he just dismissed me. Never mind then...
When I came back home, I went through the manual, for the first time. Hehe... And it should have been, a HS-47 instead.
I simply will not believe anybody so easily anymore.
Or at least, read about the page mentioning about optional accessories.
It works for me to know exactly what I wanted when I buy.
In my case, my handphone. I happen to go to Uda Ocean near Jalan Petaling last week, and I thought about buying a handsfree kit.
At that time, I don't know a thing about the suitable one for my phone.
Neither do the shop owner! He seems to be clueless about the right type or model of the kit for my 1200 Nokia. He simply attempted to plug in one unit that I know was for phones from 4 years ago, labeled HS-7.
When the phone displayed "Enhancement not supported" I simply said, this one won't work. He said it will.
I just knew it won't because I have just that model for my old 2300. And it is not recognized by the 1200.
When I said it won't work, once again, he just dismissed me. Never mind then...
When I came back home, I went through the manual, for the first time. Hehe... And it should have been, a HS-47 instead.
I simply will not believe anybody so easily anymore.
20081103
Arriving In Style
I finally did it!!
I got the first bus today, after more than a month of trying.
Since my car is still under repairs, I use my bike, as usual, and departs from home at around 5.45am.
At 6.05am, I arrived at the bus stop, and just waited for the bus, which arrived at 6.11am.
Phew!
The LRT ride was very relaxing too.
And I arrived in style, just like in those days within this years' fasting month, at 7.40am.
Let's do it again already!
I got the first bus today, after more than a month of trying.
Since my car is still under repairs, I use my bike, as usual, and departs from home at around 5.45am.
At 6.05am, I arrived at the bus stop, and just waited for the bus, which arrived at 6.11am.
Phew!
The LRT ride was very relaxing too.
And I arrived in style, just like in those days within this years' fasting month, at 7.40am.
Let's do it again already!
20081102
River Of BNM Notes
All four of us went outing today.
Where did we go? Sungai Wang Plaza.
Actually there are two highlights.
One. The Monorail ride. The kids love it. They can't help but look outside and see things like buildings, cars down there, or the rail stations.
Two. The wife's new phone. Err this one's classified. No more to say. Hehheh...
There are hiccups as well.
I was irritated mainly by my sinusitis, which worsens in the afternoon.
And of course, both of them kids displayed their usual antics, which was fine up to a point.
And the most disappointing thing to me is, bringing my camera while forgetting the quintessential memory card. This, adds an extra 1kg of burden to the ancilliaries bag without any purpose at all. Major breakdown this.
Muzzammil practising public transport tips, before going to work later next month..
Where did we go? Sungai Wang Plaza.
Actually there are two highlights.
One. The Monorail ride. The kids love it. They can't help but look outside and see things like buildings, cars down there, or the rail stations.
Two. The wife's new phone. Err this one's classified. No more to say. Hehheh...
There are hiccups as well.
I was irritated mainly by my sinusitis, which worsens in the afternoon.
And of course, both of them kids displayed their usual antics, which was fine up to a point.
And the most disappointing thing to me is, bringing my camera while forgetting the quintessential memory card. This, adds an extra 1kg of burden to the ancilliaries bag without any purpose at all. Major breakdown this.
Muzzammil practising public transport tips, before going to work later next month..
20081030
Bike Routes
I just felt like showing you guys my bicycle routes I use to catch the 6.40am morning bus.
Legends are :-
And here's a description.
Reverse the order to head back to Origin.
Legends are :-
- Red Line for Route
- Green Box for Origin
- Blue Box for Destination
And here's a description.
- From Jalan P11 A2/5, enter Lebuh Sentosa. Ride downhill towards the bridge.
- When you passed the bridge, use the newly constructed exit ramp to enter Persiaran Utara (you will ride against traffic, careful).
- Head towards the motorbike lane beside Persiaran Utara and enter. Exit motorbike lane at end of field at left of motorbike lane.
- Ride downhill Jalan P9G until 3-way traffic light, and cross Jalan P9.
- To minimize sweating, walk uphill Jalan P9 with bike until 4-way traffic light. (this walking is like an exercise cooling-off, as far as I can feel)
- Turn right to Jalan P9B and head towards the nearest bus stop.
Reverse the order to head back to Origin.
20081027
Wa Shing Ka
We spend the weekends both at Seremban and USJ this week.
So while I am driving my mum to send stuffs to friends, I contemplated on sending my father's veteran Toyota Camry for washing.
Yes I am lazy. And I have lots of reasoning.
Actually what I especially emphasized was on the interior vacuuming. Yes, it's too neglected, I just think I should do something or ask somebody to do it.
So off I went to SS19 and was having high hopes.
But then I do think the paint oxidization on the roof and the trunk might not come off so easily.
Thus, maybe I will have it polished next. I don't know, when budget permits..
So while I am driving my mum to send stuffs to friends, I contemplated on sending my father's veteran Toyota Camry for washing.
Yes I am lazy. And I have lots of reasoning.
Actually what I especially emphasized was on the interior vacuuming. Yes, it's too neglected, I just think I should do something or ask somebody to do it.
So off I went to SS19 and was having high hopes.
But then I do think the paint oxidization on the roof and the trunk might not come off so easily.
Thus, maybe I will have it polished next. I don't know, when budget permits..
20081024
The Rain Will Always Be There Anyway
Of all times, the rains usually occur around the time I travel to and from work.
So, it coincides with, most of the times, my biking trips to and from the bus stop.
Then, I cannot cycle. Thus, I have to wait for the bus.
And the buses were unreliable. At 6.50am, the first bus arrived. And I wanted to catch the 6.30am RapidKL at Precinct 9.
Fat chance.
I don't really mind enduring the rain after work. But it's a no-no when I am going to work.
The last thing I need is fever, from the rain.
So, it coincides with, most of the times, my biking trips to and from the bus stop.
Then, I cannot cycle. Thus, I have to wait for the bus.
And the buses were unreliable. At 6.50am, the first bus arrived. And I wanted to catch the 6.30am RapidKL at Precinct 9.
Fat chance.
I don't really mind enduring the rain after work. But it's a no-no when I am going to work.
The last thing I need is fever, from the rain.
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