EVERYDAY LIFE

tight budget...

2009-04-09T20:53:00.003+08:00

yes we know that our budget now is damn tight due to the recession that has been going on. but, nevertheless, it will not stop us to maintain our sense of style, right? i got my news letter from stylefeeder again today... it says, before we intend to buy clothes and stuff, ask ourselves again " do we really need this?

Torchlights (Stun-gun) Beware (to all drivers)

2009-04-03T08:09:00.004+08:00

Yesterday I received this email. I am sure this will benefit my readers.

Torchlights (Stun-gun) Beware (to all drivers)

FOR YOUR INFORMATION, latest weapon used by thieves

THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT. NO MATTER HOW BUSY YOU ARE, YOU MUST GIVE YOURSELF AT LEAST 3 MINUTES TO READ THIS!

I just thought to let know what my doctor told me recently. I don't think she was lying and neither am I, so please pass this on to your friends. Her clinic is in SS2 and you know how congested that place is. One morning a few months ago in broad daylight, a girl was getting into her car when a few men approached her with what looked like a torchlight. Quite harmless looking. They pressed the "torchlight" into her back and immediately she went limp and very pale. So she wouldn't be able to fight back, they slashed her thigh with a parang and sped away in her car.

There were many people around and they quickly took her to the nearest clinic which was my doctor's clinic. There were two doctors at that time and they managed to stitch up her wound but the girl remained pulse-less and still pale as paper. No pulse, no BP (blood pressure). Just like dead.

My doctors were confused as to how one wound on the thigh made the girl almost like dead? They managed to revive her and save her life.

After some checking around, the doctors found out what actually happened was that the girl was made unconscious not by a torchlight but actually a high voltage weapon. I forgot how many watts she mentioned. 1000? Anyway, it was high enough to kill a person by electrocution.

It seems this weapon is from China . It's not rampant yet in Malaysia , but with this thing, a person can rob, rape, kill, kidnap, and practically do anything to you. My doctor said that if the girl weren't taken to the clinic immediately she would have died because there was no pulse on her.

So please just beware of your surroundings, if anybody is lurking around with a torchlight-thingy and approaches you, just scream or run away. Better to be embarrassed than ZAPPED and fried, right? Take care .

This item is called "stun-gun".

Signs That Your Relationship is Ending, and What to Do About It

2009-04-01T09:59:00.001+08:00

Signs That Your Relationship is Ending, and What to Do About It
If your girlfriend makes it a habit of rolling her eyes every time you say something, or has become apathetic from everything between the relationship's future, and how you donated your left foot to a good cause. Then these are signs it might be The End.
http://www.associatedcontent.comarticle/1009598/signs_that_your_relationship_is_ending.html

Signs that Say He's Just Not into You - Recognize How to Spot Mr. Wrong so You Can Make Room for Mr. Right

2009-04-01T09:57:00.001+08:00

Signs that Say He's Just Not into You - Recognize How to Spot Mr. Wrong so You Can Make Room for Mr. Right
Call him Mr. Flake, Mr. Player or Mr. Afraid of Commitment. Whatever his romantic style, it's leaving you confused and wondering what's really going on in his mind. Let's spotlight the warning signs to look out for when a guy simply is not that into you or playing you.
http://www.associatedcontent.comarticle/419980/signs_that_say_hes_just_not_into_you.html

hmmm... April the 1st

2009-04-01T07:58:00.002+08:00

today is April the 1st. and... someone is leaving back to home. and, i sort of like feeling the loss. anywhere, life must go on right? so, i shouldn't think about it at all. hmm... it's hard to cope with this feeling as i am not convinced enough that he is really I.M. btw, the last 7days while i was contacting with K, was fun n always a suspense kind of feeling. i know and understood that i will not make it through but anyways, i will not try to hope anymore as yesterday i told you it will be the last post about K.

Ok, so no K topic now. please..... i tell you, he will make you cry, sad, sick and all those unrequited kind of feeling.

Stop the K flu!!!

K.U.G

2009-03-31T07:49:00.001+08:00

i realize that this week has been only a topic about KUG. but, today i've finally decided to just end the topic. anyways, i couldn't be bothered about KUG always. because it will somehow makes me crazy and not to focus on the things that i should be focusing. yes, maybe there are things right in front of my face that i couldn't see at all and i missed it just because of KUG. to tell you the truth KUG isn't that going ga-ga kind feeling. it's just normal and doesn't drive me that crazy. uh well... to a certain point.

So, now i officially stop talking about KUG.

i just like this feeling

2009-03-30T08:14:00.004+08:00

I guess I'm in attracted to something. something which makes me dying to see it. i miss that something everyday. when i close my eyes that something is always in front of me, smiling like a sunshine. i use to call that thing "Sunshine". it is like, it would brighten my day. whenever i think of it, i would smile like for a minute. i just love this feeling that I'm feeling towards it. no one knows that i like ... except for E and V.

oh i finally found someone

2009-03-30T08:09:00.000+08:00

I finally found someone, that knocks me off my feet I finally found the one, that makes me feel complete We started over coffee, we started out as friends It's funny how from simple things, the best things begin

This time it's different, dah dah dah dah It's all because of you, dah dah dah dah It's better than it's ever been 'Cause we can talk it through Oohh, my favorite line was "Can I call you sometime?" It's all you had to say to take my breath away

This is it, oh, I finally found someone Someone to share my life I finally found the one, to be with every night 'Cause whatever I do, it's just got to be you My life has just begun I finally found someone, ooh, someone I finally found someone, oooh
Did I keep you waiting, I didn't mind I apologize, baby, that's fine I would wait forever just to know you were mine And I love your hair, sure it looks fine I love what you wear, isn't it the time? You're exceptional, I can't wait for the rest of my life

Whatever I do, it's just got to be you My life has just begun I finally found someone

It has moved on to the next level

2009-03-27T07:51:00.002+08:00

Remember my "I'mso happy" episode that i posted? and yes! it has moved on to the next level. OMG! i'm so so so so so happy again. it's like everyday kinda dosage kinda thingy, if you would understand it. damn... it's just so nice, comforting, splendid, pleasure, comfortable, that kind butterflies in the stomch thingy is the best thing. today is another dosage again. then, later in 1st april i will loose it again. oh ya, i wonder if i'd go back hometown on the 3rd april? mum insisted me to go back there. and of course with open hearted I WANT!!!!

damn.... such a wonderful time i had last night. but sadly it has to com to an end soon. why does it has to leave so soon? patinet always pays the price and faith in Him is such a miracle to believe. i actually prayed about it and He answered it. Isn't that so so wonderful? so wonderful to know that He actually answers prays. Last night was a topic about christianity, future, how to improve buisness, but, that particular topic that is suppose to be talk about hasn't been said yet. i just think that, that particular topic will come soon... i can see the interest, and th effort. but, i'm still uncertain yet. Yes, i do see the hinting part there... i do... fyi.

What Makes A Malaysian A Malaysian

2009-03-25T14:53:00.002+08:00

What Makes A Malaysian A Malaysian?

a.) A typical young Malaysian can name all the players from a top English Premier League club, but ask him to name one football player from Malaysia, he cannot!
b.) When StreamyX come, you complain StreamyX too slow. When Maxis Broadband come, you complain Maxis Broadband always disconnects. When WiMax come, you complain Wimax too expensive. In the end, you say StreamyX still the best lah.
c.) When highway toll price increase, you complain. When petrol price increase, you complain. When you go Starbucks buy RM10 coffee, NO COMPLAINTS.
d.) When you cannot find parking in a shopping mall and have to walk very far, you complain. When you go inside the shopping mall and there’s SALE, run from one end of 1Utama to the other, that one NO COMPLAINT.
e.) You are always late. And the excuse you give when you’re late is always either: (a) traffic jam (b) no transport or (c) cannot find parking.
f.) You have a parent who forces you to take science stream in high school, study engineering in Uni, then when you graduate, they ask you to forget everything you learnt in Uni and do commerce.
g.) You know someone who can specially develop an angmoh accent when speaking to an American / British / Australian.
h.) You complain against the government in kopitiam, you talk loud loud. Leave anonymous comments on blogs, you also talk loud loud. Attend ceremah by DAP, you shout loud loud. Then when Opposition organise a protest and ask you to go, you dun wan. Scared later kena tangkap by ISA.
i.) Every year on the 30th April, you are one of the people below queuing up last minute to submit your tax return at the IRB.
j.) When you pay RM10 for something that costs RM1, you blame the Chinese.
When a government service is too slow, you blame the Malays.
When a building is not good and collapsed, you blame the Indians.
k.) When a Chinese student won a scholarship, you say ‘Wah! Very clever hor?’ When a Malay student won a scholarship, you say ‘Aiya! Of course lah! He Malay mah!’
l.) When an angmoh stranger kisses you on the cheek to say hello, you very happy. When a Malaysian guy kisses you on the cheek to say hello, you slap him on the face.

Funny.

I AM SO HAPPY AND I CAN'T STOP SMILING

2009-03-25T08:57:00.003+08:00

CAN I JUST ANNOUNCED IT WORLD WIDE THAT I AM SO DAMN HAPPY....!!!

YES I AM HAPPY...

I JUST COULDN'T BELIEVE THAT IT REALLY HAPPEN AND IT'S JUST LIKE THE BEST THING THAT EVER HAPPEN THIS YEAR.

WOULDN'T IT BE BETTER IF IT PROCEED TO THE NEXT LEVEL?

HMMM.... HOW COULD IT EVER HAPPEN

I JUST PRAY FOR IT

Flaxseed Oil

2009-03-23T09:57:00.003+08:00

Yesterday I went to the pharmacy just browse out some stuffs for health and beauty purposes. I bought body scrub, lotion for my skin and flaxseed oil supplement. ok, im satisfied with what am i spending at. now, i've taken like two doses of my flaxseed oil supplement. to tell you the truth, i'm actually puchasing flaxseed oil (FO) for my hair, skin and nails. hehehe... i can't wait for crowning glory to grow and be shinny and healthy. and my nails to be strong for nail extension ans also my skin to stay in a smooth complexion.

This i got from http://www.kordels.com/product/food_supplements_details/53

Omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids in flaxseed oil help control cholesterol levels by helping HDL cholesterol (the beneficial cholesterol) to remove LDL cholesterol from the arteries and return it to the liver for removal. HDL cholesterol travels smoothly through the blood stream and is converted into bile salts, the mechanism by which the body controls cholesterol levels.

REDUCING BLOOD STICKINESS
Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids also help maintain the fluid nature of blood, by controlling the tendency of the blood to form clots in the veins and arteries.

STRENGHTEN CELL MEMBRANES ... HEALING & REPAIR
Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids help to strengthen cell membranes which make them more fluid and flexible allowing them to exchange materials between inner and outer cell membrane layers more effectively. Fluid and flexible cell membranes also help the building of new tissue and the speeding of the healing process.

BRAIN FUNCTION
Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids aid brain function by assisting transmission and reception of nerve impulses between the brain cells Lack of essential fatty acids (EFA) can cause a reduction in number and size of brain cells and reduce the communication between the brain cells and thus affect learning, growing and thinking.
Low levels or imbalances of omega 3 and 6 fatty acids may affect cell function and result in problems associated in many of the degenerative conditions seen today.
A study by Rudin in the US has shown that omega 3 fatty acid deficiency may be a significant factor in the onset of some mental illnesses.

PROSTAGLANDINS - THE HEALTH CONTROLLERS
The omega 3 fatty Acids ALA, DHA and EPA are converted to Prostaglandins E3 (PGE3) in the body. A prostaglandin is a fat based compound that is made by our body from the fatty acids that we eat. They are mediators and affect many of the body's physiological functions. These include the inflammatory, healing and repair processes, the immune system, the neural circuits in the brain, cardiovascular, digestive and reproductive systems, the body thermostat and calorie loss mechanisms.

CORRECTS OMEGA 3 AND 6 IMBALANCE
The natural diet of early humans provides an approximately equal amounts of omega 3 and 6 in their diet.
The relationship and balance of omega 3 to 6 is critcial as they check each other in a delicate balance to regulate the many metabolite processes through the prostagladin pathways. Omega 3 is generally anti-inflammatory whereas omega 6 is proflammation.
Diets and body chemistry that is high in omega 6 stimulates pro-inflammatory pathways in the body. Dominant omega 6 situations can result in chronic inflammation, propagation of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, arthritis and auto immunity. In fact studies have shown that the incidence of over 50 illnesses is correlated to a deficency in omega 3 fatty acids.
As modern diet and food preparations favour a greater ingestion of omega 6 as compared to omega 3, flaxseed oil provides a convenient high omega 3 content oil to help to reduce the imbalance between omega 3 and 6.
In addition, the omega 9 in flaxseed oil also has many preventative qualities as its main component, oleic acid, helps to reduce the risk of arteriosclerosis, cardiovascular disease and stroke.

PREVENTION OF EYE-RELATED PROBLEMS
Recent research has shown that a higher intake of omega 3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). AMD is a disease associated with aging that gradually destroys sharp, central vision. Omega 3 fatty acid, and particularly DHA plays an important role in the layer of the nerve cells in the retina, thus a diet rich in omega 3 fatty acids can help reduce the risk of AMD.
Omega 3 fatty acids can also prevent dry eye syndrome (DES), as omega 3 is able to reduce the inflammation of the tear glands, and the surface of the eye that has been associated with DES. DES is a problem where there is an insufficient amount of tears to moisten the front surface of the eye.

NO! NO! NO!

2009-03-20T09:15:00.002+08:00

MY MOUTH CAN'T STOP MUNCHING!!!

I think I'd better start eating rabbit food. hehehe... I mean, Salads (Raw Vege).

Just For Laughs...

2009-03-19T15:10:00.002+08:00

What I do every morning before getting to work

2009-03-19T08:57:00.003+08:00

-images are for illustration

Style Feeder

2009-03-19T07:59:00.007+08:00

The first and the foremost thing I do everyday once I reached the office were checking my emails, my personal email and my company email. Then, I logged on Staronline for news and also on Yahoo news and then blog... today, style feeder mailed me. And "Tie one on with a cinched-waist dress that draws attention to your itty-bitty middle, then trot out some cut-out sandals or booties for a little modern edge" -stylefeeder

"Booties and sandals have been hot for awhile...so it was probably inevitable that someone would eventually develop a hybrid of the two, complete with creative cut-outs. We first started seeing them last fall, but they make such a great transition to spring when paired with skinny jeans or diaphanous dresses" -stylefeeder Cut-outs? they are for long legs. not exactly... short legs like eva wearing cut-outs. and even sarah. from stylefeeder, they said pair those cinched waist dress with cut-outs sandals to make you look modern, especially the bright coloured ones.

A cinched waists dress isn't always my fav. nahhhh.... i never even have them in my closet. when I got stylefeeder today, I found out it might be interesting if i could wear them and not only it creates that hour-glass figure but also to show that LBD.

-xoxo-

anigartrebor

shoes, shoes, shoes

2009-03-18T15:57:00.006+08:00

OMG! I just love these shoes man...

i'm in love!!! with shoes...

He's Been Faithful

2009-03-18T09:06:00.003+08:00

When the song He’s been faithful was sung in the church last Sabbath, I was totally touched by the song. Not only the melody was good, but the entire lyrics were meaningful to me. Yes, God has been faithful to me all this while evn when I just don’t realize His present within me, but somehow I just know He’s there. Past 4months I was contemplating on my biggest decision in life. It is regarding my future. My family prayed without ceasing asking God to give His answer to us. To me, I might not know what answer He’s giving but, by just a simple faith in Him, He will deliver you to good things. Faith means everything. I trust God because I have faith in Him.

He’s Been Faithful
In my loneliness and fear, through every pain every tear
There's a God who's been faithful to me
When my strength was all gone, when my heart had no song
Still my God has been faithful to me
Every word He promised is true
What I thought was impossible
I've seen my God do

He's been faithful, faithful to me
Just looking back His love and mercy I see
When in my heart I have questioned
And failed to believe
He's been faithful, faithful to me
When my heart looked away, the many times I could not pray
Even then He's been faithful to me

The days I've spent so selfishly, reaching out for what pleased me
Still in love He's been faithful to me
And every time I come back to Him
I see Him waiting with His open arms and I know once again
He's been faithful, faithful to meJ
ust looking back His love and mercy I see
When in my heart I have questioned
And failed to believe
He's been faithful, faithful to me

Here I would like to share a Daily Devotion about Faith.
Have faith in God!

A Throne in Every Heart

That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith. Eph. 3: 17.

God has bought us, and He claims a throne in each heart. Our minds andbodies must be subordinated to Him, and the natural habits and appetitesmust be made subservient to the higher wants of the soul. But we can placeno dependence upon ourselves in this work. We cannot with safety follow ourown guidance. The Holy Spirit must renew and sanctify us. In God's servicethere must be no halfway work. When the heart is cleansed from sin, Christ is placed on the throne thatself- indulgence and love of earthly treasure once occupied. The image ofChrist is seen in the expression of the countenance. The work ofsanctification is carried forward in the soul. Self- righteousness isbanished. There is seen the putting on of the new man, which after Christ iscreated in righteousness and true holiness. "But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord,are changed into the same image from glory to glory even as by the Spirit ofthe Lord" (2 Cor. 3: 18). Beholding Christ means studying His life as givenin His Word. We are to dig for truth as for hidden treasure. We are to fixour eyes upon Christ. When we take Him as our personal Saviour, this givesus boldness to approach the throne of grace. By beholding we become changed,morally assimilated to the One who is perfect in character. By receiving Hisimputed righteousness, through the transforming power of the Holy Spirit, webecome like Him. The image of Christ is cherished, and it captivates thewhole being. The upward progress of the soul indicates that Jesus bears rule in theheart. That heart through which He diffuses His peace and joy, and theblessed fruits of His love, becomes His temple and His throne. "Ye are myfriends," says Christ, "if ye do whatsoever I command you" (John 15: 14). Give to God the most precious offering that it is possible for you to make;give Him your heart.

From God's Amazing Grace - Page 95

Source: http://www.cortlandsda.org/daily_devotionals.htm

I'm Sick

2009-03-17T09:19:00.002+08:00

On sunday i cought myself a flu, then later on that evening i was flat down on the bed with fever. the next monday moring, i thought that i would be well... but, nope. i went to work but i just could help myself to stay alert. my head was like pounding, having chills and fluid/mucus epf on running down my nose. gosh... i am sick. i went home taking a half day leave and quickly throw myself on the bed and sleep after popping myself with panadol... then in the vening, feeling much better again. today, i went to the office early coz i wanna join the morning aerobic session. wow... i felt better n better... fever gone after i sweat out quite a lot. but, flu is still by my side. i think flu likes me... hate you flu.

oh yea... did i told you that on sunday i finnaly made my decision regarding that thing? yea, i did, n i think it's not bad at all.

miracle - celine dion

2009-03-13T10:32:00.002+08:00

"Miracle" is the second promotional single from Céline Dion's album Miracle. It was released on October 11, 2004 in the United Kingdom and Asia.[1]
"Miracle" was written by Linda Thompson and Steve Dorff in 2001 for Dion's album A New Day Has Come to celebrate the birth of her son René-Charles, but the song was never published on that CD.

source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miracle_(Celine_Dion_song)

MIRACLE Lyrics: Linda Thompson Music: Stephen Dorff You're my life's one miracle Everything I've done that's good And you break my heart with tenderness And I confess it's true I never knew a love like this 'til you You're the reason I was born Now I finally know for sure And I'm overwhelmed with happiness So blessed to hold you close The one that I love most Though the future has so much for you in store Who could ever love you more The nearest thing to heaven You're my angel from above Only God creates such perfect love When you smile AT me I cry And to save your life I'd die With a romance that is pure in heart You are my dearest part Whatever it requires I live for your desires Forget my own, your needs will come before Who could ever love you more There is nothing you could ever do To make me stop loving you And every breath I take Is always for your sake You sleep inside my dreams And know for sure Who could ever love you more

As i am listening to this song now, i can't believe how touch i am.

it is a song dedicated to the one you cherished the most in your life. as for celine, it's her baby boy. as for the rest of us, maybe it could someone else...yea, the one whom u really cherished.

I AM CONFUSE

2009-03-11T10:41:00.000+08:00

I AM CONFUSE

STILL...

My favourite CHUTNEY

2009-03-11T09:06:00.002+08:00

just now i was going out with one of my staff for breakfast. she invited me to this indian stall for an indian breakfast. at first, i didn't want to go out because i've prepared myself with some barley drink with oats in the ofice. so, anyway i just spontaneously said that i agreed to go with her. so, we went. the stall is so modest, and quite a number of people are also visiting the stall. she ordered idlii and i ordered thosai. she drank iced milo and i drank nescafe 'tarik'. so came our food, they served my thosai with coconut chutney and onian chutney. OMG! the onion chutney tasted absolutely delicious and probably the best chutney i've tasted so far. :) i finished my chutney first before my thosai and i went and the aunty to give me more chutney. till now, my mouth has the onion breath. haha...

i went on searching for chutney recipe and i found one which actually looks like it will taste like the aunty's chutney.

Ingredients:

Onion - 1 medium
R.chillies - 4
Ginger - 1 inch
Mustard seeds - 1 tsp
Chana dal - 1 tbsp
Tamarind paste - 1/2 tsp
Shredded coconut - 1/2 cup
Procedure:

Heat 2 tsp oil and add mustard seeds first. Once they pop, add the chana dal and fry until it turns light brown.
Add R.chillies, Onions, Ginger, Tamarind paste and Coconut one by one in the specified order and fry each of them for about a min.
Grind the mixture along with salt to a thick paste. Yummy Onion-Ginger chutney is ready!

Spirulina

2009-03-11T08:54:00.003+08:00

Yesterday, i was feeling tired, effortless, no energy to do my work. so as i was browsing through the net, i came across an article telling me that spirulina is the best energy booster. this post for today, i am glad that i could share the benefits of spirulina and just brief introduction on what is spirulina.

Spirulina is a single celled blue green alga, that contains 10 vitamins, 8 minerals, and 18 amino acids. (essential and non-essential) It contains a complete protein of 65-71%, that is 12-15 time more protein than steak and is 5 times easier to digest than meat or soy protein. It has been found help reduce weight, and help with many allergies, visual problems, carbohydrate disorders, anemia and many other disease conditions. It also has many beneficial enzymes.

Spirulina Contains
8 essential amino acids
Isoleucine (4.13%)
Leucine (5.80%)
Lysine (4.00%)
Methionine (2.17%)
Phenylalanine (3.95%)
Threonine (4.17%)
Tryptophane (1.13%)
Valine (6.00%)
10 Non-essential amino acids
Alanine (5.82%)
Arginine (5.98%)
Aspartic Acid (6.34%)
Cystine (0.67%)
Glutamic Acid (8.94%)
Histidine (1.08%)
Proline (2.97%)
Serine (4.00%)
Tyrosine (4.60%)
8 Minerals
Potassium (15,400 mg/Kg)
Calcium (1,315 mg/kg)
Zinc (39 mg/kg)
Magnesium (1,915 mg/kg)
Selemium (0.40 ppm)
Iron (580 mg/kg)
Phosphorus (8,942 mg/kg)
Pyridoxine or B6 (mg/kg)
Biotin (0.4 mg/kg)
Cobalanin or B12 (2mg/kg) B12 is one of the most difficult of all vitamins to obtain from a plant source. Spirulina contains 250% more than beef or liver
Pantonthenice Acid 11 mg/kg)
Folic Acid (o.5 mg/kg)
Intositol (350 mg/kg)
Niacin ( 118 mg/kg)
Riboflacvin or B2 (40 mg/kg)
Thiamine or B1 (55 mg/kg)
Tocopherol or v E (190 mg/kg)
Carotenoids Produces Vitamin A
Alpha-carotene
Beta-carotene Xanthophylis
Cryptoxanthin
Echinenone
Zeaxanthin
Lutein

Spirulina Facts
Several years ago, the National Cancer Institute announced sulfolipids from blue-green algae like spirulina were remarkably active in test tube experiments against the AIDS virus.

In 1993-95 , research showed natural polysaccharides in spirulina increased T-cell counts, strengthened the immune system and raised disease resistance in chickens, fish and mice. The animal feed industry is embracing spirulina as a new probiotic to replace overused antiobiotic drugs in animal feeds. In 1994, a Russian patent was awarded for spirulina as a medicine for reducing allergic reactions from radiation in the Children of Chernobyl.

the rare essential fatty acid GLA, sulfolipids, glycolipids and polysaccharides.

Its deep green color comes from its rainbow of natural pigments - chlorophyll (green), phycocyanin (blue) and carotenoids (orange) - that harvest the sun's energy. Easy-to-digest so nutrients are absorbed quickly.

Spirulina is the world's highest beta

carotene food, reducing long-term health risks.
Spirulina beta carotene is ten times more concentrated than carrots. So even if you don't eat the recommended 4 to 9 servings of fruits and vegetables every day (most people eat only 1-2, including french fries), get your natural beta carotene insurance from spirulina to help support your body's defences

Spirulina has a rare essential

fatty acid that is a key to health.

Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) in mother's milk helps develop healthy babies. Studies show nutritional deficiencies can block GLA production in your body, so a good dietary source of GLA can be important. Spirulina is the only other whole food with GLA.

Spirulina Benefits
1 Cleansing: Spirulina promotes the body natural cleansing processes. You feel fitter, more cheerful, and you have more energy.

2. Restoring: Spirulina compensates for deficiencies in the diet and stimulates the metabolism. Your physical condition improves noticeably and you recover faster after exertion.

3. Fortifying: Spirulina boosts resistance and activates the body natural defence mechanisms. You feel stronger and are better able to cope with the pressures of everyday life.

Because of its cleansing, restoring and fortifying functions, Spirulina has a wide range of applications. It gives you new energy without taking pep-ups and makes you more alert and stable

The Truth About Diet Soda

2009-03-11T08:51:00.001+08:00

We talk a lot about ''watching what we eat,'' but if you never gave a thought to what you ate and instead watched only what you drank, you could probably cut 450 calories a day out of your life. (Yes, nearly a pound of fat loss a week!) That's what a study from the University of North Carolina found. Americans today drink about 192 gallons of liquid a year—or about 2 liters a day. To put it into perspective, this is nearly twice as many calories as we did 30 years ago.

When confronted with the growing tide of calories from sweetened beverages, the first response is, “Why not just drink diet soda?” Well, for a few reasons:

Just because diet soda is low in calories doesn't mean it can't lead to weight gain.

It may have only 5 or fewer calories per serving, but emerging research suggests that consuming sugary-tasting beverages--even if they're artificially sweetened--may lead to a high preference for sweetness overall. That means sweeter (and more caloric) cereal, bread, dessert--everything.

Guzzling these drinks all day long forces out the healthy beverages you need.

Diet soda is 100 percent nutrition-free, and again, it's just as important to actively drink the good stuff as it is to avoid that bad stuff. So one diet soda a day is fine, but if you're downing five or six cans, that means you're limiting your intake of healthful beverages, particularly water and tea.

There remain some concerns over aspartame, the low-calorie chemical used to give diet sodas their flavor.

Aspartame is 180 times sweeter than sugar, and some animal research has linked consumption of high amounts of the sweetener to brain tumors and lymphoma in rodents. The FDA maintains that the sweetener is safe, but reported side effects include dizziness, headaches, diarrhea, memory loss, and mood changes. Bottom line: Diet soda does you no good, and it might just be doing you wrong.

The best way to hydrate is by drinking low-calorie, high-nutrient fluids—and avoiding belt-busting beverages like the 20 Unhealthiest Drinks in America.

Now that you have a hold on your liquid assets, upgrade the rest of your grocery list by avoiding the 13 Worst "Healthy" Foods in the Supermarket. With so many items to choose from, it's easier to fall victim to packaged food lies than you think.

johnny depp's pic

2009-03-10T15:40:00.002+08:00

yea... i know i know...

a day after maulidur rasul

2009-03-10T15:14:00.002+08:00

OMG!! i'm so so so bored. anyway, today i managed to liase w/ Dr. Tan regarding the pneumococcal studies and uhmm... i'll be attending a course on clinical report management on the 14-16april'09 at sheraton KL. at least i managed to attend a course for the 1st time. :)i was thinking that ltr if i got loads of work to do, i won't have time for any course. so now it is better to make use of my free time.. :) damn, i can't even lost 1kg of my weight!

So, today is Friday

2009-03-06T07:54:00.002+08:00

today is friday, the 6th of March 2009, my mum is coming over to KL. her flight is at 3.15pm and landing at LCCT around 4.45pm. then, later after works i'm fetching her over at the KL Sentral, terminal. i can't wait to tell mum about my plans. hehe. :) so, first of all, toninght lets just bring her 'makaning' outside food first, then, go over to my house first to get some of my stuffs/clothes for church and for my stay over at Jerr's place.

and then on saturday, we all will be going to church.

then on sunday, meeting Gracie and family and also Shirly as well together with her family.

then on monday, Jerry's dad is coming over to KL while my mum is still around. mum's flight will be around the evening.

hmmm....

thinking of activity to do while mum is around...

My Babies

2009-03-05T08:02:00.003+08:00

Loving them so much...

Go girly in feminine frocks and brightly-colored heels

2009-03-05T07:52:00.004+08:00

Brighten up your look in a floaty, spring-inspired dress, and if you're really bold, pair that feminine frock with primary, punchy heels.

She's loving…Flirty, feminine dresses
Jump the gun on spring by snapping up one of these beauties...bright colors, butterfly motifs and fun, floral prints make any of these dresses a real pick-me-up.

She's loving…Brightly colored heels
Whether you're punching up a plain neutral or complementing one of the pretty dresses above, take a chance on one of these primary-hued heels. Patent leather is popular, as are sky-high heights.

k

chiao...

IKEA SHOPPING (part 1)

2009-02-26T08:44:00.004+08:00

Last night, after work, I went to Ikea with Jerry. What we bought for the new house is only lighting system and a mirror.

this chandelier is for the living room.

We bought this light to be put in the dining room. since the feature wall is dark grey, i think this light is suitable to complement the style.

LADY BOHO

2009-02-26T08:32:00.004+08:00

A blend of boho and exoticism makes for a breezy, easy spring trend...ethnic embroidery and bold prints blend with beautiful bangles to complete the look.

well, actually I'm not a fan of BOHO. i just received my style feeder today and the inspirational look was BOHO. here are those BOHEMIAN style that i liked and picked if i were to wear it.

Square Bangles

Raffia Bangle
And... yea why not some bangles too.

lovey lovey this handbag. forward by revolve.
wish i could get it.

Milly
Ikat Carnival Dress
Italian linen in a fabulous retro look is finely tailored with bell sleeves and a sloping v-neckline. A rope belt cinches the waist for a flattering silhouette.
Easy pull-on style
Linen; dry clean
Made in USA

Home inspirations

2009-02-25T08:41:00.006+08:00

home decor, home interior design has always been the topic that i will sear h for online. if its not about decorating, it will be about the mistkaes we make designing our home. and also, please throw the clutters away as we don't really need them. for example, if your cloth is not worn for 6 months or more, throw it away or even better donate it to the charity. there are a lot out there who do not any cloth to wear.

the living room... most comfortable place to entertain guest to your home.

A bedroom is a place in a home that a person spends an average of 5 to 8 hours each day. If you think a little at this, you’ll find out that actually you spend a lot of time in the bedroom. It is a place you can unwind and relax at the end of a long hard day, whether taking an occasional catnap or sleeping at night, a bedroom has to be as comfortable as possible. these are bedroom inspirations that i got while browsing through freshome.com

Why do men love bitches? From Doormat to Dreamgirl

2009-02-20T08:49:00.003+08:00

i went on browsing emmagem just now, and read this article. and i love it..

Ever heard of the term, nice girls go to heaven …it is apparently true… . Nice girls die of heartbreak early in life and don’t get the men they want, at least by the standards of Sherry Argov. Okay, it’s another one of those gem of a book that emmagem couldn't’t resist. No, it’s not just another book on dating, bored yet or shall we continue…..

What is the biggest mistake most women make in life? They overcompensate. Too sweet, too kind, too giving, way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, cook him a four course meal, buy him an anniversary gift, don’t stay up too late cos’ he doesn’t like it, the list goes on and on….

Well, Sherry recommends on the first date, just serve him popcorn, because men really can’t tell 4 course or 5 course, all he knows is that he wants to get you into the sack. Don’t be too eager to please or else he would think there isn’t any mental challenge. Mental challenge according to men isn’t about debating the world economic forum but really it’s just how needy she appears to him. Men like women with a bit of edge, kind of like “steel magnolias” flowery on the outside and hard on the inside. Bitch is therefore synonymous with mental challenge according to Sherry’s research. Women with a little je na sais quoi, that something special!

This book attempts to define bitch as men would and addresses issues that men won’t. For instance he would NEVER say , “please don’t be a doormat “, “don’t always say yes”, “don’t revolve your world around me”. He’ll just take and take and then RUN!

The secret to success in love and in relationships is not with dressing sexily or faking orgasms! It also isn’t about age, or looks or figure but about self-esteem. The “bitch” is therefore defined as an empowered woman who derives tremendous strength from the ability to be an independent thinker, particularly in a world that still teaches women how to be self-abnegating. This woman doesn’t live by someone else’s standards, only her own.

Here, here, this is a book after emmagem’s own heart!

Play by no one else’s rule, feel confident, free and empowered….

The bitch is not someone rude and abrasive. She is polite but clear. Here are ten characteristics of a bitch:

She maintains her independence.
She doesn’t pursue him, she does not keep tabs on him. He is NOT the center of her world
She is mysterious. There is a slight difference between honesty and full disclosure.
She leaves him wanting, doesn’t leave long messages. Men equate longing with love. Longing is good, for them.
She doesn’t let him see her sweat. She doesn’t communicate when she is upset.
She remains in control of her time, she moves to her own rhythm.
She maintains a sense of humour.
She places a high value on herself, when she receives a compliment, she says thank you.
She is passionate about something other than a man. Stay busy.
She treats her body like a finely tune machine. Keep fit and feel good.
Interesting little tips are given in this book as to how a “bitch” would handle a man.

The bitch wouldn’t show care if a man calls 4 hours later then he promised and she would be too busy to notice and may or may not pick up the phone. She also knows who is the boss of herself, HER. She doesn’t obsess over his opinion of her or need his approval. She has her own priorities, values and preferences. A woman looks more secure in a man’s eyes when he can’t pull her away from her life. A bitch waits half an hour and makes other plans if a man is late for a date and didn’t call. How to let the man thinks he is the top dog and still run the show!

She won’t sugarcoat anything and is direct about her preferences, there is nothing childish about her, she will communicate when she is ready and at her own terms, she notices a man’s disrespect and instantly and without hesitation calls him on it. And she never does anything that she is uncomfortable about. She meets him on a level playing field.

The Bitch = A Desirable Woman = Increased Respect

Basically this book is really about a woman who has dignity and is not afraid to love herself and be loved for her self. The bitch while soft and feminine has quiet dignity and would not be manipulated and she is kind. She will not be defined by what other people think whilst seeking input and information, she will decide who she is. She is defined from within. From taste in clothes, needs in relationship right down to choice of occupation…a bitch decides for herself and defines herself by her choices.

Source: http://www.emmagem.com/2009/02/19/why-do-men-love-bitches-from-doormat-to-dreamgirl/

when we were to think of it, why should we impress guys? shouldn't we just impress ourselves enough to make us happy? life is short you know... it is not enough to be someone else, and it is just enough to be the way we are and just enough to improve or sharpen our bluntness. do ponder what will we be if we don't improve ourselves. cut it out, when saying to a person "you motivate me" it is not them who motivate you, but you should be motivated because of yourself!

Who is Mr. Right?

2009-02-19T14:36:00.002+08:00

Dear Fellas,

Who is your Mr. right? Finding Mr. right isn't easy, right? does Mr. right really exist? is he he really out there waiting for you? He is a subject for many women and an inspiration of hope on a daily basis. He is one of our goals, aims, ambitions and desires small and large. I'm always wondering and pondering who will it be. but then, why does he have to exist? being the standards of all our hopes to be.

The fact of the matter is that as the decades have passed by, we have become far more sophisticated, as humans, as individuals, as lovers and mates. We know how to orgasm, we have a good salary and a nice home and are well educated in the ways of the world. Therefore it is only fair that we seek someone to match, to fit in, to adapt, to accompany, to facilitate. And there lays the issue. Issues why we can't be with this one particular person that we thought Mr. right would be.

are we waiting for Mr. right to find us or we ourselves going out to find Mr. right? well, waiting for him doesn't really appeal to me. why wait? we have to find of course. because Mr. Right is looking for his Miss Right? How much work have you put into being Miss Right or should he accept you as you are and fit in around you? If he did slot in to your life would he really be Mr. Right or an accoutrement, an asset, a trinket that you would get bored of?

As a potential Miss Right you owe it to yourself to complete a few tasks. Take a long hard look at your list and ask yourself exactly how flexible you are being. Secondly look at who your Mr. Right is and how truthfully obtainable they are. Thirdly, don't kid yourself about your own potentials but don't compromise on ideals either. Fourthly, bring yourself out into the open and go after your Mr. Right.

Don't play the waiting game because you do not want to spend the rest of your life knowing your Mr. Perfect is married to someone else when he could have been yours. And finally, compromise is the key in reality, for all the things Mr. right must be, try and balance that with attempting to be something your Mr. Right doesn't want to miss.

Tiers and Architectural Neutrals

2009-02-19T09:30:00.009+08:00

Dear gentle readers,

Looking for an alternative to colorful prints? Look for tiered ruffles and architectural silhouettes that rely on shape rather than shade to create major drama.
hehe... i like this. bored with my old clothes already.

She's loving…Architectural neutrals
Taking the tiered trend one step further, look for dresses, skirts, sweaters and coats that look like they may have been created by an architect rather than a seamstress. With built-in structure, flowing lines, or interesting draping, you won't need a color to liven up these inherently fascinating pieces.

She's loving…Tiers
Tiers are everywhere for spring, as layers of ruffles make appearances on dresses and skirts, from high-end to Hollister. To avoid looking like a wedding cake, keep colors neutral, look for dresses in body-skimming shapes and pair voluminous skirts with a fiited top.

I LOVEY LOVEY THIS COLLECTION. SICK OF PRINTED GARMENTS? OPT FOR NEUTRALS WITH TIERD OR ARCHITECTURAL NEUTRALS. CAN SEE VICTORIA BECKHAM STYLE FOR REFERENCE. HEHE

:)

omg! my favourite kuching food!

2009-02-17T16:07:00.003+08:00

dear gentle readers,

my fav. kuching food is non other than LAKSA SARAWAK, MEE KOLOK, TEH-C SPECIAL, KUEH TIAW GORENG at hui sing stall no.4 YONG KEE (siap ingat gik ya... hahaha...), AYAM PANGGANG AT SATOK (uncle wak's stall opposite KFC, just by the crossover bridge), MY AUNT'S KACANG MA, DAD'S ITIK PAHLOH, DAHANG (bidayuh's delicacies), and many more. but the ones i mentioned is the must have it everytime i get back home.

THE HEART TRUTH

2009-02-17T15:49:00.002+08:00

Dear Gentle Readers,

gosh... i'm bored in the lil' space of mine. expanding my space soon? oh yeah... was thinking to go MPH to buy this book later, "He's Not That Into You". it's like the talk of the town. can't wait... and also i'm going to 1 utama to change the size of the new dress i bought. i am suppose to take size m/l, but instead i took l/xl. damn. so, with my friend E accompanying me later, after work i'll be heading to !utama! okay... something that i want to share about THE HEART TRUTH. it is also ht etalk of the town where it is campaign for women with heart disease.

Only one in eight women is aware that heart disease and stroke are their biggest health concern.

so, know your risk dear ladies.

visit http://www.thehearttruth.ca

FIRST DAY OF WORK

2009-02-10T12:38:00.002+08:00

hey bloggie...today is my first day of work. hmm... nothing much to do. missing that someone obviously who's not that interested in me. i guess... but i really guess so... positive! anyway, met a new friend, she's nice and friendly. vats is not int he office yet, she'll be back on Thurs. all i can do now is to be nice with everyone, get acquainted. bored... bored... bored... not for an eye candy here. damn... no cute guys around! lol. however, there's this one chicka, hot... she's Indian. geeta, vats friend... :)

2009-01-18T12:01:00.003+08:00

this song i lovey now. it reminds me of great is God's love to us and how he is willing to pour out everything according to out needs.

Just a little while longer I wanna pray
Can't get You off my mind so I came to say
Thank You Lord just for loving me
Many times as I do forget
Every need that You have met
Oh thank You Lord, I know You're showing me
You are there when I am down and out
You're holding me, Your love is so amazing
Oh it changed me

Chorus:
Here I am with all I am
Raise my hands to worship You
I wanna say thank you, oh thank you
For everything, for who You are
You cover me, You touch my heart
I wanna say thank you

I could have died in my sin but You saved me
Didn't have any hope at all
You gave me peace divine, strength to carry on
I should have been the one to pay
But instead You took my place
My Jesus, words cannot explain
Even though I don't deserve Your love for me
You look beyond my fault and You showed mercy

CHORUS

I wanna say thank you for the sun
I wanna say thank you for the rain
Everything You do is beautiful
I'm so grateful for Your love

God's love is so wonderful, no matter how in hard situations we've been through but in the end, it is His love that brought us back standing at our own feet again. little by little experience that we have in life, in a way teaching us how to be a perfect being according to his will. situations in life, to me, is unexplainable. Karma to me, is way beyond my thought that it would ever occur. maybe karma is just coincidence. rite? who knows...

ahhhhh....exam's over!

2008-11-08T20:55:00.002+08:00

ahhhhhh.... that is sign of a HUGE relieve because of so many reasons. first, exam is finally over and OMG i can believe it! i'm jumping up and down, turning around for couple of times till i feel dizzy and the kind of relief that i'm talking about. secondly, i've completed my course academic works and practical works and no more assignments, test or anything related to that matter. phew... and i hate waking up early in the morning for class. but, waking up isn't the main issue because i really need to consider of waking up early when i'm working next time. thirdly, i'm free from VC. and although i'm feeling the sense of freedom right now with all the burden laid down or cast away, i still have to bear in mind that my results are not out yet. and, the results is the most scariest thing in the whole wide world after you're sitting for an exam. it's kinda like a post-examination blues. alright, now i'm ready to pamper myself for a manicure this sunday, and a facial session this wednesday and i was thinking of doing a lil' shopping before i'm going back to hometown.

quotes are good for now...

2008-11-02T00:50:00.002+08:00

I can not do everything, but I can do something. i must not fail to do something that I can do.
~ Helen Keller

Do what you can, with What you have, where you are.
~Theodore Roosevelt

I can do all things, through Christ that strengthens me.
~Philippians 4:13

The blessing of the Lord brings me wealth, and he adds no trouble to it.
~Proverbs10:22

I eat the fruit of my labor; blessings and prosperity are mine.
~Psalms 128:2

after a long time

2008-10-23T19:35:00.002+08:00

it has been a very very very long long time since ive updated my bloggie... sorry dear bloggie, have been busy with exams... i was pondering to things which have been happening in life... friends gone, friends come. why does it have to be like that? those who are very2x close to me during my childhood days have gone far2x away from me... is it because of me? is it something that i say? just don't know how it happened... anyways, if i did say something wrong, i would like to apologize and make things better... u see... i'm a lonely person. all i have is my mum, dad, bf, a dog n a cat who loves me... close friends... let me think.... yeap, one n only my roomate. she's nice n sweet.

yeap, i just finishes my exam. hope i did well...

Bumbu Bali Restaurant, Bandar Puteri Puchong

2008-10-12T22:54:00.007+08:00

another of our weekend activities are to dine at the recomended restaurant in town. never been to bali before, but i've tried balinese cuisine here in malaysia. nice and superb food is all ican say when dining in this restaurant. the restaurant is filled with customers when we were there, and i made a conclusion that it must a famous restaurant where they serve delicious food, without even trying the food that i ordered. so, came our food, it turned out to be nice... i like...! yummy and i my drink best which the famous es campur. everyone has been blogging about this restaurant including me, that's where i get to find thid restaurant. will visit this place again and try ordering other menu.

I am in a study mode...

2008-10-12T22:48:00.002+08:00

The world's great men have not commonly been great scholars, nor its great scholars great men. by Oliver Wendell Holmes.

i like this quote. it is because, i know i'm not the best student and all i did was up to my very best. and yes, it doesn't mean that although my grades aren't good, i'm no good, but what comes in all is our dignity and our effort in achieving somthing that we want to achieve. oh well, my practical exam is on the 21st oct and my oral is on the 23rd oct. gettig ready to go through it, and i'm now busy as a bee. i've just done 2 of my case studies today, upper abdomen and female pelvic. hopefully, they will aprove it so i won't have to do it all over again. now, i'm worried, and worrying till i just don't where to start my task. tomorrow i'll be going to the college again and as usual scanning patients. in a few weeks time, i'll be finishing this course, which i can't wait any longer. and, by then i'll be at my hometown shaking my legs off. hoorraaayyy...!!!

Cream Puff

2008-10-03T22:13:00.004+08:00

Choux Pastry Recipe
This recipe makes enough for 12 good sized cream puffs, or 24 smaller ones.

* 1 cup water
* 6 tablespoons butter
* pinch of salt
* 1 teaspoon sugar
* 1 cup flour, sifted after measuring
* 3 large eggs

In a saucepan mix the butter, salt and sugar with the water, and heat until the water boils. Remove from heat and immediately add all of the flour. Beat with a wooden spoon until the dough forms a ball and detaches from the sides of the pan.

Add the eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next one. (This is a workout by the way!)

choux pastry steps

To make cream puffs, work with two tablespoons, one to scoop and one to scrape. Place mounds of dough on a nonstick cookie tray, spacing them somewhat apart. You can also use a pastry tube to form longer mounds for eclairs.

Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes.

To fill the puffs, after they have completely cooled, cut off their tops and spoon in filling. Replace top and sprinkle with powdered sugar or perhaps drizzle with chocolate or caramel if you wish.

If you want to get really fancy, you can use a cake decorating tube to pipe the filling in through a hole in the side.

i've always loved cream puff. i purchased them at papa beard's stall. it's yummy and delicious. uhhmmmm....

The little one in me

2008-10-03T18:29:00.004+08:00

3 years ago

during my undergraduates days

The little one in me literally means the childish character of yourself? that's what mine suppose to be. i feel like being young again. Reading sweet Valley High, being force to practise my piano by mum, attending interact club meetings, writing notes in church while the pastor is preaching, playing "house" after the children's choir practise on sabbath afternoons, can't wait to go and have dinner at kfc every end of the month (my mum prohibits me eating fast foods all the time), listen to my grandma's bedtime story and lots more. Isn't it an astonishment that I'm actually 23 years of age now? I miss hugging my dad and mum. I miss them both. I love them both. I miss my dad's jokes and how I used to come back from school, having the feeling of excitement of what is my dad cooking at home. See, my mum is a teacher. So, everyday she will be fetching me from school and my dad is the one who will be cooking for. He's a businessman, got his own company, being his own boss, so, he's having the flexible time. Owh, I miss those times...whenn i was just a little girl.

my mind...

2008-10-02T19:40:00.000+08:00

looks narrow ahead but that's not actually what it is. we always think that it is going to the difficult lah, impossible lah... daa... daa... and all the negative thught are playing in our mind when we are at a panic state, worrying state. this is exactly what am i going through right now. i have to sit for my resit paper tomorrow at 8.30a.m. and i'm glad that i understand what am i studying again for now. when we see narrow things, such the narrow road ahead, it is actually not narrow at all when we are actually going through it just the road at the picture. it's just a human thing you know thinking negatively and not optimisticly. i just hope that i can get through the exam tomorrow. wish me all the best.

how to trim the brows.

2008-10-02T19:34:00.000+08:00

well, well... a good video to watch. especially for trimming brows. i really want to get a perfect brow like the model but i guess mine is too thin. maybe because we're asian?? anyway, just watch it for a good beauty tips and always maintain a nice and clean brows. don't overdo the brows, don't pluck it too thin or else you will end up looking... (well, you know what am i about to say)

Mama Sayang Vegetarian Restaurant

2008-10-01T17:02:00.000+08:00

inside the restaurant itself

Sea Coconut drink with lemon

"Chicken" Roll

"Chicken" with Dried Chili

French Beans

Fried Kai Lan with "ikan Masin"

Me getting ready to fulfill my appetite

This is the entrance to the restaurant

guess what i finally found a vegetarian restaurant...! it's called Mama Sayang Restaurant. My bf introduced it to me. He went there last Monday and said the food there was delicious and we should go there again. so, today it's public holiday, why not we go there and have our lunch. since like i'm on my attempt to go on vegan.

vegetarian recipes 2

2008-10-01T10:42:00.000+08:00

Eggplant Parmesan

INGREDIENTs

3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
2 eggs, beaten
4 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon dried basil

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Dip eggplant slices in egg, then in bread crumbs. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes on each side.
In a 9x13 inch baking dish spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom. Place a layer of eggplant slices in the sauce. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with the cheeses. Sprinkle basil on top.
Bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

Selamat Hari Raya

2008-10-01T10:27:00.000+08:00

Today is Hari Raya and where all Muslims worldwide is celebrating Eid ul-Fitr which means a muslim holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. I still remeber on Hari Raya my family and i will go on visiting to visit our muslims friends on this day. and my main purpose to follow them is food, food, as usual. and, they will serve all kinds of malay delicacies such as, rendang, curry, satay, ketupat, lemang, kuah satay, ayam masak merah (which i love the most), some also serve nasi briyani, and a lot more. my cousin is married to a muslim. so, every time on raya, we will first go to her house and eat 'puas-puas' because her food are all yummy, then only we go on to my father's friend's house. its fun you know, where i was like a lil girl once ago came to this person's house and they were like seeing me growing up year by year. and the famous sentence is, "anak kitak dah besar owh... cepat eh..." meaning, wow, your child has grown up now, hmmm...how time pass. and they will like giving me the duit raya and layan we all bagus2x. most of them are my dad's associates and some of them were my dad's workers, some were my mum's student house. hmmm, miss thoose days.... oopppps my tummy is asking for food now. i feel like eating those. but, sticking of my vegetarian diet, later my bf and i will go to a vegetarian restaurant. so, wait for the pictures.

vegetarian recipes 1

2008-10-01T01:45:00.000+08:00

Roast Vegetable Pasta Salad Recipe

This is another one of my lazy – but healthy – vegetarian recipes.

Chop 1 medium eggplant, 4 tomatoes, 1 red onion into quarters. Put into a slightly greased oven pan. Throw in 5 cloves of garlic (unpeeled). Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Salt and pepper.

Roast at 180ºC for 1 hour. While you’re waiting, Boil 250g of spiral pasta.

When roasting is done, toss in a handful or two of fresh spinach leaves and fresh basil leaves. The heat makes the spinach wilt a bit.

Take out garlic cloves, unpeel, squash. Whisk with ¼ cup of olive oil and ¼ cup of balsamic vinegar. Pour this into the roasted vegetable mix.

Tip in pasta, toss everything, and eat immediately.

i'm gonna try and make this tomorrow if i can get all the ingredients.

reasons to go on vegan...

2008-10-01T01:33:00.000+08:00

gosh... i'm blotted now. i just ate lemang and ikan masin. and i don't like the taste of it in my mouth right now. hmmm... just a split second ago, i was thinking, why don't i go on a vegetarian diet? good idea huh? well, it has been like years ago since i started to go on a vegetarian diet but i just couldn't achieve it. well, due to a lot of reasons perhaps. food, food, nice food around me makes me want to eat and eat all the time. i'm talking about char kuew tiaw, Macdonald's, Wendy's, tgi Fridays, jogoya, kim gary, nasi lemak mamak at seapark, ipoh hor fun at seapark etc. these are my most visited restaurant. damn... all those sinful indulgence. i need to slim down. come on, wake up gina!! it's time for you to loose some pounds and hit the gym or exercise or something. i was browsing the net at the same time when blogging, i found reasons people go on a vegetarian diet.

Top 10 reasons to go vegetarian

1. Lower disease risk Such as heart disease, many types of cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, food poisoning, obesity... Vegetarians pass up flesh foods that are high in cholesterol and saturated fat, and lacking in dietary fibre. Plant foods on the other hand contain antioxidants and a variety of phytochemicals that protect against disease.

2. Live longer A major study published in the British Medical Journal found that vegetarians outlive meat eaters by six years. The study tracked 11,125 people over 12 years and adjusted for smoking and socio-economic status.

3. Compassion You won't be supporting an industry that raises animals in cramped, overcrowded spaces, artificially breeds them, separates them from their young, denies them sunlight and fresh air – and then trucks them to slaughter.

4. Save wilderness Meat production requires huge amounts of land, energy and water – which leads to habitat loss, soil erosion, water depletion, and pollution from pesticides and animal waste.

5. For an ocean of love The oceans are being overfished, coral reefs are being destroyed and sensitive seafloors are getting raked with drag nets. Many species are threatened, including dolphins, seabirds and turtles that get snagged in the nets. Fish feel pain, they just lack vocal chords to express it.

6. Expand your taste horizons Vegetarian meals can be diverse, fast, colourful and delicious!

7. Sex Research has shown that the heart and brain are not the only organs that get clogged arteries due to a diet high in meat and cholesterol.

8. No more dirty dishes caked with animal grease.

9. Great excuse to... avoid everything from Aunt Flo’s hamburger casserole to the latest greasy offer from the fast food chains.

plus...

my ultimate reason...

10. SLIM FIT... hahaha

the saddest thing happen today...

2008-09-30T12:19:00.000+08:00

guess what y'all... i failed my ethics paper. i hope not to fail a single paper for my LAN. damn... how could it happen? i don.tknow why... i guess i've not having much time to really study. i hope not to fail my DMU exam. OMG. i was thinking of sitting for it this friday, so everything will go smoothly. btw, i'm now like making myself so so busy. i'm scared for exam, not well prepared. and thoroghly yea... not well prepared. im really worried for my case study too.

talking about exams. its everyone's dillema. everyone hates exam. i hate exam as much as anyone does.

LAN exam over!!! yay!!!

2008-09-29T15:51:00.000+08:00

my LAN exam is finally over and officially over! hurrayyy.....!!!!! a relieve to me and i can have as good night sleep tonight. hmm, i feel like eating sushi now. in was thinking of going to SHOGUN, japanese buffet restorant in sunway for my sushi treat. or maybe just go to sushi king or genki sushi. talking about exam's over, i've got two more upcoming exam, plus now i'm bothered with my case study... dadadada.... dadadada.... i tried calling up my patient for the case study just now but no answer.. huh, well.... case study abdomen, not finish... case study pelvic, not finish... all not finish lah...

2008-09-27T23:10:00.000+08:00

hey ya...

sorry i've not been updating my 'everyday life' series. i was busy, very busy as a bee here because of my upcoming Lan exam. scareed as a cat, i'm now studying my medical code of ethics. bla... bla... bla... ethics, we are governed by ethics despite the jobs that we are at. its a legal issue, you know. i've haven't even started my abdomen, o&g, vascular, paedatrics and small parts study. OMG! not much time left. and right now, you don't know how worried i am... got no much time... yet, i'm still blogging??? hahaha... laughing because i'm speechless about my own situation. anyway, just like to share my experience in church today... i like the sermon today, it's about the"water of life". meaning Jesus is the water of our lives. without him, how are we auppose to be surviving in this sinful world. i like the part where, He was talking to the Samaritan women at the well. (bet u all know the story). the thing is, despite how sinful is she, He still gave her a promise that she will never "thirst" again. meaning, the women will have a hope to hold on to, never "thirst" in a way that she will have God's unconditional love, taking her back to His arm. you know, how sinful are we and we really need that water, the living water. water resembles a lot of things... did you know that in the Bible, it has been mentioned about 396 times about water? yea, water is an essential in out life. just think about how water can provide / is used in our daily life? that is exactly how the living water act.

Lydia, suddenly patted my back as the church service was about to finish. It came to my suprise, why is she suudenly appraoching me?? puzzle.. puzzle.. puzzle.. as the matter of fact, i have nothing to do/correlation to the primary class. then, she was like saying that she's going to move other daughter's class(junior sabbath school) and needed my help to take over her place. and now i'm like comtemplating wether to accept that resposibility or not? do you think that i need to? i can't promise and i don't think that i' ready to make that comitment. how....
if this is what God really wants me to do to server Him, I will....

I would like to thank the Lord for His wonderful blessings that He has provided to me and family and also to my relationships. My life has been blessed all according to His will. and, I pray that He will guide me through my exams, as I'm not actually well preprared. Amen.

When will they know?

2008-09-22T00:10:00.000+08:00

“I wandered ’cross deserts
And ’cross the vast plains;
I never heard answered
The question I asked in vain;
When will they know, Lord?
When will it be? When will they
Hear, Lord, ‘Oh Lord, send me’?
“And then I looked ’round me
And heard the vast cry;
Then I felt my tears fall
And said, Lord, it is I;
They’ll never know, Lord,
It never will be. They’ll never
Hear, Lord, ‘Oh Lord, send me.’
“When will they know Jesus,
The man I love?
When will they turn, Lord
From the way they go?
They’ll never know, Lord,
It never will be. They’ll never
Hear, Lord, ‘Oh Lord, send me.’
“And now the Lord sends me
To all of the earth;
To tell all the people
They have great worth;
When will they know, Lord?
When will it be? When will
They hear, Lord, ‘Oh Lord, send me’?
“And then they’ll know Jesus
When I will say,
‘Come, follow Him, People,
He is the way. . . .’ ”*

sunday, MAN U vs. CHELSEA

2008-09-21T20:27:00.000+08:00

why... why... why... do i have to go and watch football/soccer match. i don't like it!! it's not my kinda thing you know. its a guy thing. but there some girls who's a maniac about things kinda thing, same goes to the boys out there. nah... who cares... nevertheless, its still getting me no harm to and watch the match, coz i can have my dinner later at the same time. right??? ok, i gotta go now.

ANDY WARHOL???

2008-09-20T09:55:00.000+08:00

have you noticed the andy warhol art on my sidebars? i think that's totally cool. i get to found out that he's was an American Artist and a central figure in the movement known as pop art. After a successful career as a commercial illustrator Warhol became famous worldwide for his work as a painter, avant-garde filmmaker, record producer, author, and public figure known for his membership in wildly diverse social circles that included bohemian street people, distinguished intellectuals, Hollywood celebrities and wealthy aristocrats. ~ by wikipedia.

alright, and that's totally cool, again. he's paintings are all vintage. i like vintage ans it is the 'in' now.

freaky friday

2008-09-19T16:30:00.000+08:00

damn... there's just so much of work loads to do just before weekend comes. i need to complete 4 reports just now right before lunch because i wasn't intending to attend class. film reviewing is just for the juniors and senior are not necessary to attend it. so, now I'm doing my online shopping. i wanted to revamp my wardrobe since a long time ago, but i haven't got much time to do it. that's why today i must do it. i wanna change my style again... because before this, I'm like addicted to vintage and now I'm more into the British fashion forward kinda thing you know. hehe... and then, by making my closet a lil' bit brand new, it'll make me smile all day looking at all my new clothes. haha... i love that.. oh, and i love to have a big closet like carie bradshaw's one in the movie 'sex and the city'. its really2x nice and that's my dream closet. wow.... how i wish to have a closet like that. a fashionista always can't get enough of clothes... they're fashion addict u know... do i think i'm like that? hope i'm not wasting money. but i'd rather starve, to but clothes... oh, yes for sure!

wicky wednesday

2008-09-17T21:21:00.000+08:00

and yeah... today is a public holiday and we all like bodo2x go college for class. menyampah... but, it turned out to be the most understandable class that i've attended so far. i like it because it involves both theoretical and practical learning both at the same time. i like the lecturer because she explains things in such a way that all of us is able to understand and i think whatever that she wants to deliver to us all has been delivered. the class is not boring to me, although she's talking quite a lot, u know. i like the way she treat us all like a mother and she is so 'motherly', if u know what i mean.

i just seem to be bothered by all the case study that i need to finish up before my oral n practical exam. couldn't really focus on my LAN exam. this college is really killing me. not me alone but all of us!!! that's what we all has been complaining all this while.

tuesday, the mazze day...

2008-09-16T17:03:00.000+08:00

holla, I'm now actually doing the write up for my upper abdomen case study. waa... its so complicated as i would have imagined the write up turn up to be. damn... luckily, the case that I'm doing is not as complicated as the others. lucky me... I'm kinda bored now... what to do? i was thinking of doing that kek batik again for Enid's birthday gift. it would be a really great idea. it's like something that i made from my own effort using my own hands. hehe... I'm sure she'll like it. she like cakes... hopefully she's not reading my blog now or else she knows what am i about to give tomorrow. hehe...

didi i mentioned that i've just watched "BLACK WATER"? it was a cool Australian movie. i kept on imagine that i was one of them. what if i was being the one attacked by the croc? scary to the max. the movie was based on a true story you know, a novel.

Grace (Diana Glenn), her boyfriend Adam (Andy Rodoreda) and younger sister Lee (Maeve Dermody) are holidaying in Northern Australia when they decide to take a river tour. Drifting into a mangrove swamp, their boat is suddenly capsized and their guide disappears beneath the murky waters. They have been attacked by a crocodile. Adam drags Grace to the safety of a tree whilst Lee clings desperately atop the overturned boat. Stranded in the swamp, with no rescue in sight, the three must work out what to do to survive, while the ravenous crocodile circles below. Watching. Waiting.

Based on a true story, Black Water has a great premise and some effective shocks, but lack of momentum fritters some of the tension away. With its characters stuck up a tree for most of the movie, the narrative is similarly stranded. Part influenced by genre classics like Duel (1971), Jaws (1975) and Alien (1979) (early on Lee mimics the chest-burster scene), the film avoids the pitfalls of the “you are there” school of docu-horror (The Blair Witch Project (1999), Open Water (2005)), but also loses some of its intimacy. The nerve-jangling scares are aided by David Nerlich and Andrew Traucki’s decision to keep their croc a mostly hidden, yet palpable menace. The directors filmed footage of real crocodiles (Traucki was chased by one uncooperative reptile) but it is sparsely used in favour of subtle sound effects, POV shots and ripples of water that set your nerves on edge whenever they appear. Save for one awkward moment when the croc leaps out of the water (Croc looks screen right, then so do the actors), it’s skilfully done thanks to Nerlich’s background in visual effects. Co-director Andrew Traucki also helmed black & white sci-fi pastiche, Rocky Star which aired on BBC2 ten years ago.

Standout moments include a harrowing night when two characters are forced to listen while the crocodile chows down on their friend, and Lee awakening, post croc-attack, to find herself next to the rotting corpse of their riverboat guide. The film’s most nightmarish innovations are the “Death Roll” POV shots where we experience, first-hand what it’s like to be caught in a crocodile’s jaws. Some unintentional humour arises when one character says: “I’ll be right back”. Audiences are likely to groan since we know what’s coming. Given the circumstances it’s hard to judge whether the characters react believably or not. While people react to trauma in different ways, the protagonists waver convincingly between hysteria and a fierce determination to survive. Especially impressive are Diana Glenn and Maeve Dermody as sisters whose bonds are severely tested by the horrors they endure. Dermody keeps us riveted as she skulks toward a final confrontation with the monster. Kudos also for an ending that strikes the right balance between triumph and tragedy.
taken from ~ http://www.thespinningimage.co.uk/cultfilms/displaycultfilm.asp?reviewid=2672

something just came up my mind, saying that i should continue do my write up. hehe... adios!!!

sunday greetings...

2008-09-14T12:17:00.000+08:00

remember the kek batik that i was mentioning yesterday? it turn out to be not a kek batik at all. lol. the consistency of the kek is too liquidized and not the way that i expect it to be. sigh... anyway, to day i'll be for movie. watching "ROMULUS M FATHER". it is about a guy named Raimond Gaita (1946 - ) comes of age in Frogmore, Victoria in the early 1960s. His parents are immigrants: his Romanian father farms; his German mother, Christina, estranged from Romulus, is in Melbourne. Romulus is near despair when she takes up with the brother of his best friend, who suggests he send for a new wife from back home. For Rai, poverty, bruises, and the mysterious ways of adults compete with his longing for a stable home and his own incipient puberty. Love and madness lie in the same bed. As an old woman tells Rai, "Sometimes what you reckon and what you get ain't the same thing."

the main actor is eric bana and i always adored his acting. nice movie i suppose... so don't miss a chance to watch it on cinema.

saturday evening

2008-09-13T17:45:00.000+08:00

yay!! i've just acomplished my new mission. and that is by making an unbaked cake called "KEK BATIK". lol. i've always wanted to make a cake all this while but i don't have an oven to bake them. so, suddenly when i was browsing through the internet this evening, i read one blog about this girl making this kek batik. then, i was really into making this cake. so, i went to giant and got myself all the ingredients and quickly went home to make it. hmm... can't wait for the cake to be ready to be eaten. it's still in the fridge now. tomorrow will be the best time to eat it. the trick about this cake is that, the longer you chill it, the better it become.

now, i am thinking hard on how to get patient for my case study. can't even get any of them with pathology. ggrrrr....