Long Live Apartheid!

This is the logo of a racist council

Long Live Apartheid...... well, not in South Africa, my friend. It was long dead and history. I was talking about apartheid in Malaysia! Yes, you read it right..... MALAYSIA!

I was so damn fucking shocked and sadden when I read the report on the online news portal Malaysian Insider that carried this story. Click here for full story.

We're living in the 21st century and after the political tsunami on 308, I've always thought that people should have wise up and at least could tone down the racial slurs. But hell NO! Another donkey by the name Dr Ahmad Zaki (I've no idea what kinda doc is he) opens his mouth and spewed shit all over the place. Felt sad to see a learned (he's a doc; he should have at least graduated from primary school) man making this statement.

Already there are people starting a online petition calling for the vernacular schools to be abolished. The reason? Well, these schools are the cause for national disunity and apparently, these schools hampers the PM effort to realise his dream of 1Malaysia! I'd say these are again racist statement and are nothing but rubbish! Abolish all unfair policies, and maybe the people will support; otherwise, it's all talk cock by brainless dickheads!

So, I'm hoping to see what the Police will do to this doctor. Aren't these rubbish seditious? They're lightning quick to arrest lawyers and candlelight vigils. They're super efficient in raiding opposition office and stopping hunger strikes. Maybe we can see the same applies here.... maybe ISA too for Dr Ahmad's own safety.

Bottom line is, the people of Malaysia is generally sick and tired of racial slurs spewed by a bunch of educated dickheads. It's time for the nation to move on for a common good. No one is 2nd class here and we must be equal!

WE ALL LOVE MALAYSIA!

Liverpool Secures Second!

What a journey it was for my favorite football team; Liverpool Football Club. After a tough season long battle, we ended the season on 2nd place, our best finishing in recent years.

As a fan of this great football club, I can say that I'm honored and happy that our club gave our all to secure 2nd place ahead of clubs like Chelsea and Arsenal. Of course, I'm bitter that we lost out of the title race to Manchester United by a mere four points. Adding salt to wound, they have now equaled our record haul of 18 league titles; our last came 19 years ago.

Apart from that, this season, we had improved markedly. We had the best 'away' records of 13 wins, we're unbeaten at home (though the home draws killed our title chances), scored the most goals (and critics say that we can't buy a goal) and kept a healthy 20 clean sheets.

Again, Torres and our captain Gerrard played a great part in the title race. Just too bad, they got injured or else..... who knows where the title might end up? The ever so hardworking Kuyt, fearless Carra and commanding midfielders of Alonso and Mascherano has become the spine of this great Liverpool team. A must mention is the farewell of our legend Sami Hyypia. After a wonderful 10years at LFC, yesterday's match at home against Spurs is his last in our famous red jersey. He nearly got a goal and that would be too perfect a send off! He deserves every standing ovation that he could get. Wish him good luck in Germany and maybe we'll see him back as coach in a few years time.

I'm just hoping that with this improvement, Senor Rafael Benitez can be given more fund to improve the squad further. Buy better players to see that we can maintain a consistent push for the English title and also for Europe. Let the young guns have a go at the domestic cups tie.

Maybe next season, ManU fans can cry....

You'll Never Walk Alone!

36 & 6 Birthday Party

Birthday Boy

Mommy & Si Qian. Grandma at background

Our Spidey birthday cake. More like his, though!

Last Saturday, 16th of May, we had a small party to celebrate Xu Hom's and my birthday party. Well, actually, I just tumpang celebrate only la..... the real star is of course Xu Hom. Again we had the party in our house.

This time, Debbie decided that we had enough of steam-boats. So, we opt for cooked food instead; the usual staple like fried rice, fried meehon, salad and curry chicken. Not forgetting the crowd favorite of deep fried wanton and my special mayo sauce! (sorry, can't let you know my recipe........)

However, we had a teeny weeny problem. This type of party is not appealing enough for our Claudia and co. No omph..... So, as an additional for all these food we decided to have a BBQ too! Whoa! It's been like ages since I've a barbecue party.

Xu Hom for the 1st time invited his friend over. Previously, he had his cake cutting at school but this time it's a bit different. He's absolutely delighted that his friend came over... you can just tell by his look. Some of our friends did came over for the 1st time since we moved to our new place and we had nice chats.

We had great fun, the kids and all had their fun in the house while the rest of the gang (Claudia, Maggie,CK and Eddie) had their share of fun at the back of the house where the BBQ is done. We had so much food on the table that I practically had nothing! I had a small bowl of fried rice, a few slices of watermelon and some very nice konyaku jelly. At the tail-end of the party, I had some Chivas mixed with green tea. I'm no drinker and gets drunk easily. But I must say, that combo taste quite pleasant.

Xu Hom had fun with our Spiderman Cake and presents. As for me, I got 2 presents too! CK and gang got me a Adidas T-shirt while Wei Zhen gave me another sweet birthday card....

So, I'm 36 and hoping next year I can have my own cake!

Oh ya... Happy Birthday Xu Hom and Happy Belated Birthday to our lovely monster Si Qian who celebrated his 3rd birthday last month!

Best Gift

The gift that melted me...

Yesterday, I had a pleasant surprise from my god-daughter Wei Zhen after we had a Mother's Day Dinner at Putrajaya.

When I went to her house to ask Xu Hom to back, Wei Zhen had asked me to wait for her to get something. I thought she wanted to show me some homework or so but......

What greeted me was something that was totally unexpected. She gave me a manila card cutting in the shape of a heart; a small hand made, hand written card for me and Debbie to celebrate parent's day... I was so taken aback that for a moment I was speechless!

Thank you, Wei Zhen. That gift will stay with me for a long long time......

A true gift from the heart to the heart!

I Love You too!

Get your priorities right!

Snatch thieves MUST be punished!

It really angers me to read in the paper where innocent snatch victims died and the these killers are enjoying their 'rewards' while the police are busy catching political activists!

Again, another innocent live was lost; this time in Kota Baru. What is even sadder is that she got a baby in her womb. You can get the details here and here. It's just so damn fucking sad to see innocent lives being taken away by scums that are even lower than animals! My heart aches to read these distressing news; looking at the loved ones that are left to ponder what hits them. Husbands loss a wife, sons and daughters are left without their mommies. Is there any hope for them when they see what a cruel world out there?

We have read about a deaf girl being robbed by a gang of scums at a petrol station. We read about a cop that was robbed in his own house. For god's sake! A policeman robbed! These scums are getting so bold, they felt invincible!

The police MUST do something! Confiscating the bikes is a good move; at least something to deter these scums from roaming the street for a short while. Maybe our laws needs to be amended to make tougher against criminal; especially snatch thieves. More time in jail AND more whippings to those caught. However, as the first step, the PDRM must double or triple their effort to combat crime. Nowadays, it seems like the men in blue are only visible when there are by-elections only.

The recent arrest of a political activist also gave the police a very bad image. It seems to be easier and less risky to go after these 'target' rather than real criminals. Let the politics be politics. We do not need people to tell us what we can or cannot wear. What colour to choose.....

What we need are real protection against those scums! Call them what you like but to me these are just low-life dirt that don't deserve any name attached to it. Calling them the glamorous 'Mat Rempits' will only make them feel prouder!

So, buck-up Mr Police! Don't focus too much and try to be seen as the 'protector' of democracy. We just want you to protect us........

Boost for our Tourism?

Eradicate them!!!

This morning, I've received a SMS from my partner in crime KK to tune in to AI FM, 9:15am to listen to our newly minted Tourism Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ng Yen Yen. Well, given the recent hoohaa on female guides having to share rooms with 'male colleague' that actually reads drivers, I faithfully did just as told during my drive from home to office.

Datuk Seri started the talk with her first implementation of revoking licenses of Tour Agencies that fails to adhere to the 'No-Share-Room-With-Male-Colleagues' for the female guides. She explained that she has asked her DG what can be done or is there a provision for the ministry to do anything against TA that flaunts the laws. She was told that there were nothing in the ministry law-book that can do anything on this issue; until she noticed that as a Minister, she has the authority to revoke licenses of errant TAs! Wow! That's a very powerful tool to be granted to a Minister! I just hope this will not lead to abuses....

Back to this topic, I'm really glad that DS Dr Ng appointment is really like a breath of fresh air to our tourism industry. The previous one has done practically zilch and embroiled herself in controversies over the Pempena issue. Kicking the bad ass of the industry that only think of its profits while ripping off the guides and tourists is one helluva job and we must be relentless in this matter. It'll take lots of hard work to put us in the world's map (at least in tourism) but a few rotten apples will definitely spoils every body's hard work. DS has on air emphasized at least three key markets; i.e China, India and the Middle East. While the Arabs are known for the spending powers, China and India are targeted for their sheer volume!

Good beginning if you ask me. To refocus on the bread and butter issue rather than just cosmetics (giant billboard of Ministers welcoming you). She planned to hit the road and use her influence and network especially in China during her previous posting as the Deputy Minister of MOCAT. She used the term to visit old friends and get them to sell Malaysia!

Before I could finish listening to the interview, I reached my office..... so the rest, i don't really know what was talked about. Anyway, from the brief talk, I gather that the new minister will want to be seen as the one that revive to tour industry after a few years in the wilderness. Additional challenges when the world economy is now in the doldrums. If we put all our efforts in, I'm sure we can overcome all obstacles!

This only augurs well for the industry but I want the ministry to tackle the never ending problem of rogue TAs. They are like cancer to the industry. I doubt they will follow the 'no-share-room' ruling; threatening the ladies they face the 'ice-box' treatment if they pursue this matter. What we need is that the Ministry to announce or get the industry player to implement a minimum guide fee of RM180.00/day for professional guiding services. Engage respective Tourist Guides' Association for ideas or opinions. Real actions taken instead of just paying lip service on complaints against bad apple TAs. As the Chinese saying goes, "Kill one to warn many"; or "Won't cry without seeing the coffin". These rogue (especially Chinese market) TAs must be taught a lesson.

Just hope that Datuk Seri Dr Ng Yen Yen can really and possess the will power to fight for the industry, fight for us, fight for Malaysia!

For a better tomorrow! To Know Malaysia, Is To Love Malaysia.... my fav!

Ban on Female Guides on room sharing

The snakes are choking us all!

I read this news report from the Star with great interest, Female Tourist Guides welcome ban on twin sharing since I'm directly involved in the tour industry.

With a new Minister taking charge in the Tourism Ministry, Malaysian Women Tourist Guides Association (MWTGA) has 'succeeded' in their push to have ladies/female guides to have a room by their own. Well, I must say Datuk Seri Dr Ng Yen Yen has issued a very stern warning or ultimatum if you like it that Tour Operators' licenses will be revoked if they failed to fulfill this requirement come 1st June 2009. I used 'succeeded' because looking at the industry, this will bound to fail and nothing but blowing hot air IF the root cause is not tackled by the MoTour.

The problem of female guides having to share room with their male colleague has been an issue for many many donkey years. We heard of horror stories about ladies being harassed by their male colleagues but many chose to suffer in silent. Mind you, that mostly female guides that faced this problem are those dealing with Chinese Markets (HK, PRC, Taiwan). These are real problems but not the only one faced by guides and by guides, I mean male and female tourist guides. Why? Because the main issues here is that Tour Operators a.k.a rats a.k.a snakes in these markets usually operated on a very low tour cost, zero cost tours and some even do a kick-back to the wholesale agents in China! Imagine taking in a group of tourist with negative profits! That's loss making to you and me!

First, don't just talk about rooms. I'd really like to see Datuk Seri issue an ultimatum to operators to PAY PROFESSIONAL GUIDE FEES TO ALL GUIDES or else risked their license revoked! Have a minimum professional fees; let's say RM180.00/day imposed. There are majority of guides that do guiding without getting paid, lucky ones get paid RM75.00/day while a minority of guides still gets RM180.00/day. How do they survive? By becoming salesman la! I know I may sound exaggerated, but it is the truth! As a whole, the whole tourism industry (in Chinese market) suffers. We are salesman on board the coach, we bring tourist to eat in restaurant that you normally don't see even a fly goes there, we checked in 'Hotels' that cockroaches called home! That's what you get when we have operators that still do KB/zero cost tours!

Unless these are tackled with real effort to eradicate 'Ali-Baba' tour agents, don't even talk about a separate room for the ladies. The operators can't even give a minimum of RM180.00/day!

So, Datuk Seri, please help the industry especially the Chinese Market to go straight again. Too many Ali-Babas doing hit and run. They change company name whenever their debt reaches Mt Everest level! Anyway, I support the 'No share room' ruling. It's a good start, just hope the females won't be boycotted.

Until the rats die, there always be salesman around in buses!

*The male colleagues stated in the papers refers to DRIVERS! Why MWTGA so scared to emphasis this?