Celebrating Independence Day

What day is it today? Wednesday!!! :D Haha, totally outta topic. Well, today is a historic day for Malaysians, for today marks the 54th anniversary of independence. On this day, 31st August 1957, Tunku Abdul Rahman declared freedom from the grip of the British Empire. Hooray! :D

But now, 54 years fast forward, do you young people even know about this awesome feat, let alone appreciate it? How do you guys celebrate it? By clubbing? Partying all night? WRONG. You guys should totally celebrate it with your head held up high and going have a trip 'round historical sites! Feel the patriotic spirit in you! You guys don't have to do stoopeed stuff that might hurt the country's reputation. :)

Now, if you'll excuse me, I have to hang a flag up. :D

Of Train Rides and Malaysians

How's you? :) Two days ago, I had to take a train to go back home from school.

Yes, my school is that far away. Like, a state away. .___.

It was pretty much an exciting experience for both me and my friend, since it was a first for us. Even though the journey took 3 hours and 15 minutes to get home, I couldn't really sleep. There were a couple of stuffs I didn't really want to remember, though.

My train rides starts at Sg. Gadut (At the bottom), across the blue line until KL Central, then goes to the left, on the red line to Shah Alam. :)

I should tell you, that my ride's divided into two parts: Sungai Gadut - KL Central, and KL Central - Shah Alam. So, for the second half of my train ride, I had to stand and be squashed by other people, since I was too slow in grabbing a seat. So for the next 45 minutes, I had to endure excruciating pain on my shoulders and back, as a result of carrying my heavy school bag. T_____T Woe is me...

Okay, maybe I did get to sit, but it was a stop away from the destination, so it really didn't count. D:

But I didn't really care 'bout my physical pain. Not when my patriotic spirit is wounded. Why, I hear you ask.
Well, my answer is I'm ashamed of the community.

Even though Malaysia is proud of its diversity, unity, and culture, what good does it do if the reputation is slowly fading away due to the lack of politeness in Malaysians? This I realised at the KL Central Station. It's buzzing with people, a usual sight on Fridays. And the coach I was on was packed like a tin of sardines. What shocked me that some people outside were willing to force themselves in, at the cost of the others' comfort.

We were already packed like sardines, why try and force another one in? ._.

And so begins the verbal fight between sides. What I'm ashamed of is that they're not ashamed to show their disgusting attitude to other people who just wants peace and quiet, me included. And what are these actions gonna tell the foreigners?

Many, many things. But all of them negative.

Can't Live Without Rice

Hah, that's the cold, cold truth. I really can't live with rice. :/ Even though it makes me fat. God, it's so hard to get rid of it! D:

Let's face it. Malaysians love rice. You can never, EVER find a person who takes one look at rice and pukes. Or downright reject you when you offer them rice. Unless their on a diet (Like I am.). And maybe they're allergic to rice, or have phobia of rice. Or BOTH. O.O But I've yet to see people who turns down rice. :)

Yet, I wonder, if rice makes me this fat, why aren't the Japanese fat too?

Realizing the fact that chicken ain't nice without rice. Veggies tastes yucky without it too. Sigh... Will I ever defeat the desire to eat rice?

The Help Malaysia Get Doctor Who Campaign~!!!

Hi, guys! How are you? :) If you had read the post before already, you should know that Malaysia has no DW aired on any channels. It used to, but that was when I was at UK. When I came back, DW suddenly went 'poof'. So I'm sad. :(

But not defeated!!! :D I have decided to create a page to grant the wish that has been in the Malaysian DW fans' heart! Please help me, and press the 'like' button at the bottom of the 'Notices~ :)' Section! You support is very much appreciated! :D :D :D

Eating the TARDIS~! :D

It's over there! --------------------------------------------->

Malay and English: Manglish!

Manglish, one of the many special traits we Malaysians have~! :D It's sounds complicated, but it's just simply mixing the two languages together. Like, 'Nanti, we akan pergi sana together.', which means, we'll go there later. :D There are also made up words, basically translate directly from the Malay words.

'Together- gether' (Bersama- sama) or 'Where got?' (Mana ada?) are just a few examples that I know. It's stoopeed to do this kinda stuff, but it sounds cool~!!! :D

It's how Malaysian youths talk to each other these days. Sometimes I feel that it's OK to talk like this. I rarely do, though, because I might be a bit careless and speak Manglish to tourist! :D

Malaysian Food - Roti Canai and Curry Puffs~! :D

OK, people, a few days back, I said that I would be talking 'bout food~ So here it is~!!! :D

Malaysia has a variety of foods, and 'roti canai' is one of them. Pronounced as 'Roh-Tee Cah-Nai', if directly translated, it means 'flat bread'. Roti canai can be found at almost anywhere in Malaysia. It has a variety of flavours, from a plain one, to having sardines or cheese in it. :D

You can also dip it with anything like dahl ( A kind of orangey curry. Very nice. :)), condensed milk or sambal ( Spicy gravy. XP)! But not tomato ketch

up. Never, EVER try roti canai with tomato ketchup. -___-

It is concidered one of my fave foods 'round here, other than rice~!

Roti Canai with dahl gravy and sambal~! Yum, yum! :D :D :D

This is what we Malaysians call 'Karipap' (Pronounced 'Kah-Ree-Pahp') It's translated as 'curry puff' and it is a smaller version of the Cornish Pastry. :D Like Roti Canai, curry puffs has lots of fillings, such as potatoes and meat, such as the pic above, or sardines! I like sardine curry puffs better! :D :D :D

OK, that's enough from me. Will be back with some more interesting foods~!!! :D :D :D

OK, Reflections of the Day~!

OK, today's topic will be 'bout Malaysia's lifestyle! Well, to put it in my own words, Malaysia is kinda unique. But then again, everywhere has it's own uniqueness~ :) From what I've heard, Malaysia is unique because of the harmonious unity of the three main races, Malay, Chinese and Indian, and other subraces. But what I really like is the various types of food~!!! :D 'Roti Canai', chinese fried rice, naan bread... Ooh, just thinking 'bout it makes me hungry! I'll be back with this topic later! With some pictures~! Time for dinner! :D :D :D

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