What to put... Duhh...

Kinda not knowing in what to put in the blog lately... Damn blur.. So sorry ya.. Will think of a topic to add in as soon as possible.. Hehehehe..

My New Sony DSLR

On Saturday (23/2/2008), I finally got my first DSLR. Went to Sony Style KLCC to purchase the Sony a200. It costs me RM1999.00 for the kit lens. The twin lens are at RM2499.00. Since I've been craving for one, without thinking much, I spent RM1999.00 for the kit lens. After reading some good reviews for the model, it is easier for me to buy it. A lot of my friends are using Canon and persuaded me to use the same brand, but I want to explore the Sony Technology on DSLR. For me, still a lot for me to learn, but I am happy with my new toy.

I haven't uploaded any photos yet which i took from the a200. Will posts it later. Thumbs up for Sony for making a good yet cheap DSLR. This is the photo taken from the internet.

Happy Valentine's Day

Valentines this year is not like any other year. Since coming back from Jogja, it was so close to the special day. Anyway, I managed to squeeze some cash to find a present and a card. Will have a proper Valentines Dinner later this month. Happy Valentine's Day my love. I love u very much!

'I've never felt this happy since the day I found love. When I found you, life was so beautiful. You make my life complete. You were always there for me. No words can't describe how much you meant to me.. Together we will cherish our love forever.. I love u very much..'

Jogja: Day 06

Today is our last day at Jogja. Waking up at 8:00, we head to the nearby restaurant to have our breakfast. We saw so many people outside the restaurant, as if there was an event going on. True enough, there was an interview session held at the hotel. After breakfast, we went to the receptionist to request for the late chek out, since our flight from Solo is at 18:10.

We headed back to our room, and then we received a call from the receptionist. Rani Febriana, the person I contacted for the reservation of the hotel, would like to meet me and Syah. After lunch, we managed to meet the person. A very friendly Rani, who were so kind to spare some time with us to take us around the town, buying souvenir and Srabi (local Solo food) and took us to see the Klewer Market. After a while, we headed to the airport, assisted by Rani and the driver. It's sad to leave Jogja when you are attached to it. Anyway, all that start will have to end. This might be the end of our journey, but who knows, maybe we will be back here for the second time. So, at 19:20, we left Jogja and the sweet memories we had there... At approximately 10:00, we arrived safely at LCCT. Sapit was already there waiting for us.

Our thanks to the people involved in making our trip a pleasant one. Mbak Ria (Ibis Hotel Malioboro), Mbak Silvana (Rumah Mertua), Bp Pai Pai (Tour Guide), Bp Supar (Driver) and Mbak Rani Febriana (Hotel Baron Indah). Thank you very much.

Jogja: Day 05

Today we woke up feeling so exhausted from our trip yesterday. But one thing for sure, it was a memorable tour. Never in my life I've experienced such beautiful yet magnificent creation. Anyway, since today we will be checking out from Rumah Mertua, we decided to have our breakfast sent to the room. Having the same breakfast as the day before, we enjoyed it at the balcony. After that, I startes packing the things and ready to check out leaving wonderful memories of Jogja behind.

We took a cab to Solo and check in at Hotel Baron Indah. The hotel, located at the town of Solo is a nice place to stay. On the way there, we managed to spot two mall in Solo. One is Solo Square and the other one is Grand Solo, which is located near to our hotel. The room is quite ok for the reasonable price that we paid for. And the best thing is, there is a bathtub. I just love relaxing in a bathtub.

Later that night, we asked the receptionist for any nasi padang restaurant available nearby. Only a few blocks from the hotel, there is a small restaurant selling nasi padang. The night scenery at the hotel is quite scray. It was dark and gloomy. We managed to take away the nasi padang and eat it at the hotel. For the price of RM5.50, it is quite cheap to have nasi padang for 2 person.

Later that night, we get some rest and looking to the last day of our trip tomorrow.

Jogja: Day 04

Today, we woke up early to have breakfast. Why, because at 8:00am, there will be a tour to Borobudur Temple and Prambanan Temple. This is the reason of why we chose to travel here this year. After breakfast, we waited at the lobby for the van. Then, we headed to our first destination, Borobudur Temple. Syah could not climb to the top as there are 150 steps to climb. So, only me, assisted with a tour guide reached the top level of the temple. Upon reaching the top level, I was amazed with the view.. Got some beautiful photos.

Now, when we got down and on our way to the van, we were surrounded by the souvenir sellers. I can't barely walk with all of them surrounding me like vultures. They even gave a good bargain price for the item that thay're selling. Too bad, it doesn't interests me. Only bought a pair of Borobudur Ashtray, made out of the lava rock.

After that, we headed to Kaliruang (hope this is the right spelling), but due to the bad weather, we skip to our third destination. Prambanan Temple. We had nasi padang for lunch before going to the temple. At Prambanan, due to the recent earthquake in 2006, some temples are badly destroyed. Photos of the destruction are shown to the tourists. A barrier to prevent the tourists from entering the temple, for safety reason but still manage to view the temple. It was so beautiful.

The tour ended around 4:30 pm. And we request the driver to drop us at Malioboro Street for us to look for Money Changer. Walking back to Malioboro Mall and had dinner there. Malioboro is always a good place to visit. You can find almost anything there. Headed back to the hotel, tired but satisfied.

Jogja: Day 03

Today we checked out from Ibis Malioboro and proceed to our second place to stay, Rumah Mertua. That morning, we walked along Malioboro Street to find something to eat. Since the Mall is not open until 9:30am, we decided to find something to eat first. There are many stalls along the road selling foods such as Bakso, Bakmi, Lumpia and Es Buah. But, we could not find anything that interests us. So, Syah decided to have one Es Buah and then we bought two Lumpia. Lumpia is actually Popiah here in Malaysia. Had our 'not really a breakfast' at the food court in Malioboro Mall later.

After checking out at Ibis, we took a cab to Rumah Mertua. A boutique hotel located 20 minutes from Malioboro Street and the first hotel we stayed in, it is more secluded. We found out about this place from a blog that we came acroos and we think that the place is beautiful. True enough, it is. The room is so spacious, nice and quiet environment. The people there are friendly too. We had our luch there, a set called Rijstaffel. A number of more than 10 dishes at a very cheap price.

Rested for a while, we then planned to visit Prambanan. But since time is not on our side, we change to Kraton. Upon reaching there, we didn't quite had the chance to go in since it almost closed. What we had next is the Beringharjo Market. A place to buy cheap batik, souvenirs and others. One thing that turns us off is that the cab driver told us that there are many pick pockets. We cancelled it and then were taken to a batik shop called Bu Karti.

Feeling dissapointed, and furthermore its raining, we headed back to the hotel. Had dinner there and the rain still doesn't stops.

Jogja: Day 02

The second day of the trip, we had breakfast at the cafe in Ibis Hotel. Since the breakfast are not included with the room that we booked, we have to find our own breakfast. After breakfast, we wander around the Malioboro Mall since Syah is not feeling well that day. Caught with a bad fever, we head to Hero Supermarket, located at the Lower Ground Floor of the mall and get some medications. Then, we head back to the Hotel and rest. I managed to hooked up to the wifi from the room. Didn't really know how exactly I can find the username and password, but somehow I did it. So, the rest of the morning I keep myself updated on the internet while Syah wrapped himself in a blanket.

Later in the afternoon, after feeling a bit better, we walked out to find something to eat. Then, we came across a Bakso restaurant a few metres from the hotel Ito Bakso, a restaurant serving Baskso and other stuffs. We had Bakso Sapi. Syah had a clolourful coconut drink (es kelapa) and i had Happy Soda (a soda drink mixed with milk and syrup). Wandering around the street and then we head back to the hotel. Nothing much on Day 02 since the poor guy is not feeling well.

Later that night, we went out again to Malioboro Street. Buying what we like. After that, we headed to Mc Donald's for dinner.

Jogja: Day 01

On 31st January until 5th February 2008, the long awaited trip begins. This year,we plan to visit Solo and Jogja. Here are some of the things that I can remember and put it in the blog.

We reached LCCT around 5:00am in the morning. Just a few hours of sleep really annoys me. But the feeling did not bothers me as I'm looking forward for the trip. After check in our luggage, we had Mc Donald's for breakfast. The boarding time is 6:25am. Approximately 6:55am, we left Kuala Lumpur for Jogja. The flight took us 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Arrived at Solo Airport around 8:15am. Noted that this is the Indonesian time. The Malaysian time is actually 9.15am. Early one hour. So, now I will have to use Indonesian time instead of Malaysian time. One thing that shocks me, the airport is similar to Sungai Besi Airport. Though it delays us the landing time, due to the reason given that the traffic at the airport, there's nothing actually that makes it a heavy traffic. The airport doesn't have any metal detector door, a very old and small airport. Well, after check in and collecting our luggage, we headed to Solobalapan Railway Station to take a train to Jogja.

Upon reaching the station, the train to Jogja is at 11:40am. It will be another 2 hours to wait there before heading to Jogja. Since there's nothing much to do, even at the train station, we decided to change our plan and took a cab to Jogja for Rp150,000.00. Honestly, I am quite afraid of the Solo environment. There's small kids knocking on your car, asking for money. Poor kids. They should be at home studying.

At around 11:45am (I'm so lost even with the time), we reached our hotel in Jogja, Ibis Malioboro. Sight of relief as we register and went to our room. The hotel is quite nice. A very comfy look, cheap and very friendly staffs. We head out to check the Malioboro Mall, which was attached to the hotel. One of the earliest Mall, this mall is quite not the place for teenagers. There are three other mall in Jogja. Saphir, Galeria and Ambarrukmo. Across the mall is the Malioboro Street, where the long road were occupied with stalls selling shirts, souvenirs and etc. We went to Ambarrukmo, to check out the mall. Kinda new, it is similar to the BB Plaza in Kuala Lumpur. We had out lunch there, at a place called Hot Meal (Warung Bakar). Located at the lower ground of the Mall, it sure is special. The food is nice here. I had Smokey Twins and Syah had Lemon Chicken. For drinks, I had Berrymore Iced Coffee and Syah had a very colourful drink with jelly. What I can say is that this is actually a Blueberry Coffee. With the name, it might taste weird. But, I actually liked the taste. Hehehe..

After wandering around, we go to the other mall, Galeria to find Wendy's (Syah was looking forward for this when he first saw it). I bought a couple of CD's, which I can't find it in Malaysia. Feeling tired, we went back to the hotel and Syah had a foot massage. It cost Rp75,000.00 for 35 minutes of foot massage.

Around 7:30pm, we went out to check the Malioboro Street. As said, the long street were occupied with seller of t-shirts, belts, batik, frames etc. The price is quite cheap and you can bargain. But, do try to go as low as you can before buying. Don't ask and leave as they will yell at you. One annoying thing is that the Becak (trishaw) people always approaching you and inviting you to take a ride in their trishaw. They even follow you as you walk along the street. I really hate that. We'll, we managed to grab a few shirts a souvenirs for the friends back home.

Then, we head to have a meal at nearby stalls, Nasi Gedeg and Bebek Panggang. Hehehehe.. Bebek is actually a goose. So, just imagine eating a goose.. Hehehehe.. My first experience.
After dinner, we went back to the hotel, feeling tired and looking forward to the 2nd day of our trip.

Today, KL.. Tomorrow, JOGJA..

Well, it's the last day of work before we left for our long awaited trip, Jogja. My mind is already there. This morning, my sister called informed me that ayah is not well. I rushed back to Shah Alam to check on his condition. When I got there, he was asleep after taking his medication. Mom planned to take him to the 2nd time of berubat this Saturday. Anyway, will look if the condition is not ok, well, guess that we have to force him to go to Ampang Hospital for MRI scan.

Well, looking forward for the trip tomorrow. But, I still haven't finished my packing yet.. Heheheh.. Will have to finish packing tonight. One thing for sure, I'm going to miss all the kids. Sorry kids, wish that we can bring you all along. Heheheh.. Be good ya while we're gone.

p/s: I can't find any photos of Isabelle.. Heheheh..

Two days in a row..

Hello,

I don't know how this happen, but it seems I have lost it when it comes to eat. On sunday, we went to Pet Safari to purchased the monthly supply for the kids. After that, we went to The Curve, looking for the DC Comics merchandise, which was available at Metrojaya. Nothing much to look there compared to the Metrojaya in BB Plaza. Anyway, after that, feeling hungry and thirsty (the weather is so damn hot that day), we stroll along to look for something to eat. Then, after much consideration, we walked in to A&W at the lower ground floor in Ikano. I had 2pcs Chicken and a Root Beer with Float. While Syah had Mozza Burger, Large Root Beer and Waffle with syrup and honey.

On Monday, I was at Putrajaya to send the documents to our client. Then, dropped by at Alamanda to go to Al-Ikhsan, purchased a nike boot bag for my little brother, his birthday today (29th Jan). Wandering around, makes me feel hungry and thirsty. So, I started looking for something to eat. Having to come here almost every week, I actually didn't know what else to eat. Finally, without looking further, I ended up at A&W, again for lunch. But this time I didn't take my regular choice. Instead, I had a Coney Dog and a regular Root Beer. And, at that time only I realised that I have eaten at A&W for tow days straight.. Damn, that is unhealthy.. Hehehehe..

January 2008: The First Month.

January is nothing much to expect for. Noted the first month in the calendar, it is really nothing at all. People are back to the office after the long break, the new year celebration and you coule really notice some moody faces around the office... Begging for more holidays.. Not in a mood to do their job. For me, I don't really mind about the holidays. The good thing is that I can have the rest that I want. But, thankfully, January comes with a few holidays. There's Awal Muharram (10 Jan) and the recantly happening thing is that the government decided to announce Thaipusam (23 Jan) as a Public Holiday to KL and Putrajaya. Yay! That's a big relief, looking at the traffic it might cause. So, I spent the whole day sleeping. Ok, not the whole day.. I did some house cleaning as I was too lazy to do it the day before. The kids will always mess up the house running around and leaving their fur everywhere.

By the way, next week I will start my long break and travel to Jogja (Yogyakarta). The 6D/5N trip for both of us is a yearly break that we managed to do for the past three years. Bangkok, Phuket, Bali and now Jogja. When writing this entry, my mind is already there. I really can't wait for the trip. So excited to the trip. Will be back for one day work on the 6th February, then another long break will come along. Chinese New Year. Heheheheh..

About the kids, there's nothing much to talk about. Gabby always sleeping, Hercules the noisiest among all, Alexander always looking for attention, Isabelle looking for new spots to relax, Victoria the gangster yet lovable, Napoleon always looking for a chance to sneak into the room and Constantine the grown up kid. By the way, managed to shoot a video of constantine acting like a mop. Hooking himself on the slipper, he will not let it go and when I dragged him around the house, he just stay hooked to the slipper. It makes me laugh watching it over and over again.

Salam Aidiladha

This year is the first time that we celebrated Hari Raya Aidiladha without Mum and Dad. It's really different when coming home from the mosque and there's nobody at home. Anyway, I just can't wait for their return from performing Hajj. At this moment, I really miss them so much.

On the other side, I will be on a long break from 25th December 2007 until 1st January 2008. Mum and Dad will be back on the 27th December. May they have a safe journey and we will be waiting for their arrival here.

Til then... Adios

Salam Aidiladha.

The worse day of my life!

It could be the worse day of my life. My stuffs on my hard disk are all gone! I have to reformat the hard disk in order to use it again. All the kids' photos, mp3's and other documents are all gone. Of course it pisses me off, but there's nothing else that can be done. So, I have to reformat my hard disk. Damn it!

Prince Constantine

Hehehe.. This time it's all about the cutest but so arrogant and fierce Constantine. Well, one thing for sure... He's grown up to a furry hairy kiddo.. So cute. But, still doesn't like people to pick and cuddle him. Tak macho la konon.. Sometimes he likes to crash next to us while watching TV. Like wanted some attention. Anyeay, got a special photo which the title says it all.. Heheheheh..

All about cats growing up..

There is nothing much happening lately. I've been busy with work, life and relationship. Anyway, since I have the spare time at the office, just would like to update on the blog. I have been keeping myself quiet from taking the photos of the kids lately. Why? Maybe it's Raya and I'm a bit occupied with my responsibility. But I've managed to capture a few photos lately. And what surprised me is that all the kids have grown healthily.. VERY HEALTHY.. Hahahaha..

Gabby is now spending more time sleeping. Seriously! When will you ever noticed her playing around. She will not move from her spot and could lasts for a day, or even two! The only time she wakes up is to eat or do her 'thingy'. The.. Back to sleeping...

Hercules, as usual will be the noisiest amongst all. But he's a very good boy. Whenever he makes some nois, it means that either he's hungry or wants some attention. Usually, it will be the attention. The only way to keep him quiet (for a while) is to kiss him on the forehead. That'll do it.



Alexander is turning to be a wolf! The fur on his neck is thickening. Wonder if the hormone pills that we gave him stops there. The tails is still the same. Hopefully he can be as his sister, Gabby soon. It would make him a very handsome boy.




Victoria is having a problem with her fur. They're shedding. We want to take her to the vet for medication but for the time being, she will have to wait. Hang in there ya gurl! BTW, this is not her latest photo. She spent most of her time under the sofa. So, it's hard to gget a glimpse of her around.





Isabelle, the usual routine.. Eat, sleep, eat, drooling all over the house, eat, sleep and the list go on.. Hehehehe.. That's our Isabelle.






Napoleon... Hmmm.. What can I say. He's sooo fat now.. Abah even called him Fatty.. Hehehe.. Don't blame him la.. He likes to eat. From a stray cat, we'd never thought he could be so fat but lovable and manja guy. Oh, and he will not allow us to go out everytime. He will block himself at the door. Hahahaha... Very clever guy!





And lastly, Constantine... OMG, this guy is sooo berlagak ang garang (stuck up and fierce). He never liked people to lift or cuddle with him. He will growl and retaliate. So gangster one. But, he grows up very well. Hehehe.. And lately, we noticed that he like to sleep with his big bro, Hercules. Way to go Hercules!