It’s Here.

It’s here. Do check it out.

This blog would be dead as soon as I figure out how to redirect it. Shouldn’t be that hard right?

Are you..

For the next post, another event coverage by yours truly.

Why DO I blog?

There was a time when I chose to seek fame through blogging. Fame and blogs don’t seem like things that would actually go together. In fact, they’re the worst combination ever, but well-known celebrity bloggers like Kenny, Xia Xue and several other icons, so to speak, are all testaments of talent meeting opportunity. Write an excellent article and the next thing you know, you’re surrounded by girls (or even guys, whatever floats your boat), getting invites to exclusive events, endorsing products and living the life. If there IS a life.

I had my fair share of fame. It was not a big deal, but well, people talked about it. I joined a competition and won. Next thing I knew, I was known among the bloggers in Kuching as “the guy who wrote about Pizza Junction”. My stats were at an all time high. Receiving up to 20-25 comments for each post. I was on a roll. For a second, I thought this would grow to be something bigger, but as it turns out, it was my peak. As they say, what goes up, must come down.

The rest, is history. I got bored, then I denied all public access to my blog, shutting it down for good. But I decided to give blogging a second chance. I started this blog, but still, I found it hard to maintain. I had no motivation.

It was then, a friend of mine made me realize that I threw away something that was, in essence, a large part of me. It was the thing that kept me rooted all this while. Not blogging, but expressing myself. Releasing all the hidden thoughts that would not come out in simple conversations.

He said that I was the best blogger in Kuching. He also said I knew how to write and that was a quality not many has been blessed with. I did write about his Laser Tag Battle Station in one of my older posts (speaking of which, I’ll write about his new go-kart place soon) but still, I was amused. I also found that very funny because compared to all the other bloggers, who am I? I can barely compete in terms of the daily visitor count. Then again, it’s never about the number of visitors is it?

Here I am again, typing an entry, one word at a time. Trying to keep myself rooted.

Staying in control.

Mr. Calvin, if you’re reading this, I thank you for those words.

Of Jewellery and Sexy Models.

I have to admit, of all the events that I have attended this year, Minex Jewellery’s 100% Jewellery Trade-In Program Launch was probably the best one I’ve been to so far (read: less than impressive social life). It may not be the Oscars, but it was undeniably different. Perhaps it was that sense of luxury when I first entered the ballroom, perhaps it was the perfect models parading in the ballroom, or perhaps it was because everything seemed extra personal when Minex Jewellery’s own leading man gathered with us after the event for a little private Q&A session.

Whatever it was, the launching ceremony was interesting to say the least.

The event slowly started off with a simple jewelry display by several models, who were nothing less than gorgeous. A brief introduction of Minex Jewellery by Silas followed the display, then Minex Jewelllery’s owner, Benjamin, went up on stage and gave a short presentation on the trade-in program.

Now, the whole point of this event was to introduce Minex Jewellery’s newest marketing strategy – the 100% Jewellery Trade-In Program. This program allows Minex Jewellery’s customers to trade in their jewellery without sacrificing the original value of the product. This program, also known as the Minex Advantage, has no time limit, as well as no minimum upgrade value. This allows for a more flexible plan for the customers, who no longer have to pay a large sum of money to obtain the jewellery that they wish to acquire.

Just trade it in, add on a certain amount of money, and upgrade your jewellery. It’s as simple as that.

After the short presentation, the attendees were presented with another jewellery showcase featuring more stunning models.

Warning for users with slow connection: Photo dump ahead!

Picture 1-7: The first part of the showcase with dancing models.

Picture 8-13: Part two of the showcase with models parading within the ballroom.

The end of the showcase also marked the end of the launching ceremony. Shortly after the ceremony was over, we were invited over to Senso for a private Q&A session with Benjamin. The Q&A session itself was interesting too, considering that many intriguing facts regarding the company and its establishment, as well as facts about the industry itself were revealed during the session.

Undoubtedly, Minex Jewellery will grab the attention of the public with this new program. News regarding the program will definitely spread to even more people by word of mouth. After all, news does travel fast, especially in a small town like Kuching. So, help spread the word around.

Who knows, you would help someone obtain his or her first 1-carat diamond!

Update.

I haven’t exactly been doing anything for the past few weeks. I lost my motivation in doing everything. Photography, studying, blogging, music. Why? Mom’s sick. She’s been diagnosed with pneumonia. She’s been coughing like crazy; blood coming out and whatnot and it’s at times like these, I wish Gregory House wasn’t just a character of a TV show. Grandfather passed away because of pneumonia too so I’m pretty restless over this. Things aren’t exactly going well for the family now too. Some issues have to remain private. I can only say this much.

Anyway, I can only hope for the best. I need my motivation back. Will be back when things are better. Hopefully.

The Big iPod Rollout.

My love for iPods just grew to a cosmic level.

Go to the Apple homepage, now. Yes, right now, and feast your eyes on Steve Job’s latest money-sucking, mind-controlling, yet ever so lovable army of iPods. Well played, Steve, well played indeed. Rainbow colored iPod Nanos? Goddamn. The iPod Touch comes equipped with speakers now? Holy shit.

What? They’re cheaper now too? My god, I’m spewing foam out of my mouth from the sheer awesomeness.

Just. Look. At. Them.

Yes, I know, I sound like a total consumerist. You can’t blame me, though. I’ve never owned an iPod in my life, but my life revolves around it. I see iPods every single day. My girlfriend has one, my brother has one and my friends have them too. Hell, I even sell them. Well, at least I used to.

I’ve always wanted an iPod Touch. It latched itself onto my mind, through some unfathomable, mind-twisting force. It was rather tempting back then. I’d occasionally think about getting one, hinting my parents to get me one..oh, I don’t know, twice a fortnight? But ever since I saw the new line of iPods (that was roughly 5 hours ago), I’ve been begging non-stop. Practically once every hour. Plotting, scheming, hoping to squeeze some money from them before they blow every single cent on Aidil Fitri, which is just..20 days away.

I’m thinking, if this doesn’t work, I’ll just follow plan B.

You don’t know how much I love you, Steve. [Photo from NY Times]

What’s plan B, you ask?

I’m just praying someone out there has a huge ass crush on me and buys me one just for the heck of it. If you’re that person who’s willing to buy me a brand new iPod Touch, then give me a holler. We could arrange a trade, beneficial to both sides. 0:)

Fuck, I sound conceited. Then again, who knows, right?

Suddenly, Cats Everywhere.

I’m a sucker for cats. I’m not gonna lie. Pass me a kitten, and I’d play with it the whole day, biting my lips while I’m at it. Pass me a full-grown cat, and..well, I’d still play with it. Those adorable critters. Grr. Geram.

Oh, yeah. I think you know where I’m going with this one.

She loves her kittens.

I was at The Spring for the Cat Exhibition yesterday afternoon. It’s been a while since the last cat exhibition in Kuching. The last one I went to left me underwhelmed. Disappointed. I can’t exactly remember why, but I think it had something to do with the fact that I was popping flu pills by the time I was done.

The crowd checking out the cats on display.

The turnout for the event was pretty impressive.

I didn’t stick around for too long because I had to pick my cousin up from the airport, but an hour was more than enough to scout around. The cats that were on display ranged from the common household cat, to the rarer, more exotic ones like the Bengal and the Maine Coon. The adorable Turkish Van and Scottish Fold were there too.

The siamese cat. I think.

There was also a competition of some sort. The judge stood below the escalator with a mic in one hand, spewing out tips and tricks for the masses, while judging the participating cats. What I loved the most about the cat show? There were a few rare breeds that I’ve always wanted to see ever since Mom gave me the book on cats roughly 8 years ago.

Yeeah. I had a book on cats, and I think I still do. *cue audible scoff from non-existent reader*

Anyway, the rare ones were the highlight of the day. For me at least.

I’m not sure what breed this cat is, but it sure looks adorable.

The Maine Coon.

People just loved them. Obviously these cats have been taken care of properly. They’ve been groomed, fed, and showered with so much attention by their owners. Some of them love the attention, like the Bengal (not pictured), while some of them just look cocky as hell, curled up in a corner, not willing to move – like that Maine Coon up there – but heeeey, they’re still cats, and we love them all the same.

Purr.

Oh, yes. I love kittens, I love cats..and there’s one I’d like to take home with me. Rawrrr. ;P

The Cat Exhibition at tHe Spring started on Saturday (06.09.08) and ends today (Sunday – 07.09.08).

Two Girls One Cup: A Review

With so many content going around on the internet these days, you’d have to wonder what’s the worse thing that you can possibly find on the net. Just when you find something that you THINK is bad, something worse is just lurking around the corner. The fact that I spend time on the slum of the internet doesn’t help either. These things come to you uninvited.

Click on an obscure link, and BAM, some sick fuck two continents away is probably laughing at the thought of you cringing and gagging in front of your computer screen.

Just a few days ago, one of my buddies shared a sweet little video aptly entitled Two Girls One Cup. I’ve heard a lot of negative comments about the video, and I thought, “hey, here’s something that could actually kill my boredom”. So, there I was, in front of buddy #1’s computer along with buddy #2.

Not really Two Girls One Cup, but yeah. You know. [Poster made by futureKid of Cracked.com]

As Herve Roy’s song flowed through the speakers, we were greeted by the sight of two girls making out. “Yeah boy,” I said, while giving buddy #2 the handshake. The next 45 seconds or so practically glued my thoughts to profanities and words that express awe. That video made my day. Buddy #2 and I laughed, and laughed, then we cringed. Then we laughed again.

It was at the end of the video that I realized how fucked up we were.

Holy shitballs.

We just scoffed at the video. For the uninformed, Two Girls One Cup is basically..well, scat porn. Two girls, shitting, vomiting, and loving every second of it. It’s not recommended for the weak stomached, especially not for ones with wild imagination. It didn’t affect me as much for some reason, but I’m guessing it has something to do with me seeing a lot of worse shit than that. Pardon the pun, I just couldn’t help it.

If you’re into scat and lesbians who are into scat (I know some fucker out there has this fetish), or maybe you’re just a tough dude/babe, then Two Girls One Cup is the way to go. For the rest of you, avoid the clip like the plague. If it’s bad enough for the regular Joe, it should be bad for you. Then again, Buddy #1 just told me that TWO GIRLS ONE FINGER is something special. Maybe I’ll put that on the list and watch it some other time.

Here’s to the beloved chocolate ice-cream. You’ll never see them the same way again.

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Are you a bad enough dude to watch it?

Wordless Wednesday: 03.09.08

Tagged by Andre.

The rules say something about taking out the question you dislike and replace it with one you like. I’m going to ignore the part that asks me to tag someone. You wanna do it? By all means.

1. What are your goals/dreams?
:: Basically, I’m trying to not end up as a hobo.

2. The happiest thing in your life?
:: Happiest thing? If I knew what that meant.

3. Favourite colour?
:: Silver, or is it blue? I’d say blue.

4. What do you like to change of yourself?
:: I’ve always wished that I was a little bit taller. Screw genetics.

5. Where do you wish to go the most? Why?
:: Probably the States. It’s Land of the Free and the Brave, isn’t it?

6. What is your weakness that you can’t stand the most?
:: I’m not socially inept, but I’ve always been a pussy when it comes to girls. Hot girls.

7. What will you do if you face something sad?
:: Suck it up, I suppose.

8. Most afraid to lose..?
:: My loved ones.

9. What is the practical target within this 5 years?
:: Finish Foundation, move over to Australia after my first year here.

10. Ask yourself, do you like yourself?
:: Sure, but I hate myself more.

11. Favorite song?
:: Currently, it would be You and Me by Delays.

12.What weird things that you wish to happen?
:: I can do anything just by looking at someone do it first. You know, like that chick from Heroes. Hell yeah, that would be awesome.

13.What age do you wish to live until?
:: No idea.

14. You Hate which type of people the most?
:: Elitists. Classists. Racists. Yeah, you get the point.

15.Are you satisfied with your life?
:: Pretty much.

16. What do you wish to do the most now?
:: Sleep.

17. Do you have a life?
:: Yes. No. Maybe. Depends on how you look at it.

18. What’s your bed time?
:: Usually between 1am-3am.

19.If God will give you one thing and take away another, what do you think it will be?
:: Take my bad habits, give me good ones.

20. What car do you wish to drive?
:: The Toyota Caldina GT-4. VERY sexy.

The five people I wish to know more about:
:: Go ahead, you know you wanna do it. :p