Epi 28: Susan Boyle.

Perhaps she is the best singer I have ever known.

Susan Boyle, the woman who is famous overnight in the Britain's Got Talent 2009, is unbearably funny but she has such a wonderful voice. Everyone was laughing at her foolishness in the beginning, but the audience cheers for her eventually. Well, I burst in tears after listening to her song. I'm so EMOTIONAL. XD

She taught us a very important lesson today. Do not ever judge a book by its cover, in other words, do not judge a person by its look. Take a look at this video clip, and tell me what you think about Susan Boyle.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lp0IWv8QZY

For your information, she is 47 years old and I heard that she might be singing for Pussycat Dolls. I dropped my jaw when I hear about the news. Well, I will not take it as rumour because she might be hotter than Nicole with her dance moves. LOL

Epi 27: British Vs Malaysian

WHEN GIVING A CUSTOMER BAD NEWS

British : I'm sorry, sir, but we don't seem to have the sweater you want in your size, but if you give me a moment, I can call the other outlets for you.

Malaysian : No stock already.


RETURNING A CALL

British : Hello, this is John Smith. Did anyone call for me a few moments ago?

Malaysian : Hello, who call?


ASKING SOMEONE TO MAKE WAY

British : Excuse me, I would like to get by. Would you please make way?

Malaysian : S-kew me.


WHEN SOMEONE OFFERS TO PAY

British : Hey! Put your wallet away, this drink is on me.

Malaysian : No need lah.


WHEN ASKING FOR PERMISSION

British : Excuse me, but do you think it would be possible for me to enter through this door?

Malaysian : (Pointing at the door) Can meh?


WHEN ENTERTAINING

British : Please make yourself right at home.

Malaysian : No need shy shy one lah!


WHEN DOUBTING SOMEONE

British : I don't recall you giving me the money.

Malaysians: Where got?


WHEN DECLINING AN OFFER

British : I would prefer not to do that, if you don't mind.

Malaysian : Don't want lah.


IN DISAGREEING ON A TOPIC OF DISCUSSION

British : Err...Tom, I have to stop you there. I understand where you're coming from, but I really have to disagree with what you said about the issue.

Malaysian : You mad ah?


WHEN ASKING SOMEONE TO LOWER THEIR VOICE.

British : Excuse me, but could you please lower your voice? I'm trying to concentrate over here.

Malaysian : Shut up lah!


WHEN ASKING SOMEONE IF HE/SHE KNOWS YOU.

British : Excuse me, but I noticed you staring at me for sometime. Do I know you?

Malaysian : See what see, never see leng zhai/lui before ah?


WHEN ASSESSING A TIGHT SITUATION.

British : We seem to be in a bit of a predicament at the moment.

Malaysian : Die lah!!


WHEN TRYING TO FIND OUT WHAT HAD HAPPENED

British : Will someone tell me what has just happened?

Malaysian : What happened ah? Why like that one lah?


WHEN SOMEONE DID SOMETHING WRONG

British : This isn't the way to do it. Here, let me show you.

Malaysian : Like that also don't know how to do!


WHEN ONE IS ANGRY

British : Would you mind not disturbing me?

Malaysians: Celaka you!

Epi 26 : Bahasa Melayu.

You have to read this, it's freaking hilarious.

Murid : Selamat pagi, cikgu.

Cikgu : Mengapa selamat pagi sahaja? Petang dan malam awak doakan saya tak selamat?

Murid : Selamat pagi, petang dan malam cikgu!

Cikgu : Panjang sangat! Tak pernah dibuat oleh orang! Kata selamat sejahtera! Senang dan penuh bermakna. Lagipun ucapan ini meliputi semua masa dan keadaan.

Murid : Selamat sejahtera cikgu!

Cikgu : Sama-sama, duduk! Dengar sini baik-baik. Hari ini cikgu nak uji kamu semua tentang perkataan berlawan. Bila cikgu sebutkan perkataannya, kamu semua mesti menjawab dengan cepat, lawan bagi perkataan-perkataan itu, faham?

Murid : Faham, cikgu!

Cikgu : Saya tak mahu ada apa-apa gangguan.

Murid : (senyap)

Cikgu : Pandai!

Murid : Bodoh!

Cikgu : Tinggi!

Murid : Rendah!

Cikgu : Jauh!

Murid : Dekat!

Cikgu : Keadilan!

Murid : UMNO!

Cikgu : Salah!

Murid : Betul!

Cikgu : Bodoh!

Murid : Pandai!

Cikgu : Bukan!

Murid : Ya!

Cikgu : Oh Tuhan!

Murid : Oh Hamba!

Cikgu : Dengar ini!

Murid : Dengar itu!

Cikgu : Diam!

Murid : Bising!

Cikgu : Itu bukan pertanyaan, bodoh!

Murid : Ini ialah jawapan, pandai!

Cikgu : Mati aku!

Murid : Hidup kami!

Cikgu : Rotan baru tau!

Murid : Akar lama tak tau!

Cikgu : Malas aku ajar kamu!

Murid : Rajin kami belajar cikgu!

Cikgu : Kamu gila!

Murid : Kami siuman!

Cikgu : Cukup! Cukup!

Murid : Kurang! Kurang!

Cikgu : Sudah! Sudah!

Murid : Belum! Belum!

Cikgu : Mengapa kamu semua bodoh sangat?

Murid : Sebab saya seorang pandai!

Cikgu : Oh! Melawan!

Murid : Oh! Mengalah!

Cikgu : Kurang ajar!

Murid : Cukup ajar!

Cikgu : Habis aku!

Murid : Kekal kami!

Cikgu : O.K. Pelajaran sudah habis!

Murid : K.O. Pelajaran belum bermula!

Cikgu : Sudah, bodoh!

Murid : Belum, pandai!

Cikgu : Berdiri!

Murid : Duduk!

Cikgu : Saya kata UMNO salah!

Murid : Kami dengar KeADILan betul!

Cikgu : Bangang kamu ni!

Murid : Cerdik kami tu!

Cikgu : Rosak!

Murid : Baik!

Cikgu : Kamu semua ditahan tengah hari ini!

Murid : Dilepaskan tengah malam itu!

Cikgu : (Senyap dan mengambil buku-bukunya keluar.)

Epi 25: Life.

It's been awhile since I last updated my blog. Can't think of any fresh idea to update my blog nowadays. I'm currently enjoying my life to the fullest while waiting for my college to start. I have friends told me that A-level is quite tough as they have to spend more time on studies. 6 to 8 hours for revision per day. That sounds really crazy. However, I just can't wait until that day to meet new friends and explore my new study environment.

I miss my secondary school life but it will remain as memory by now. I know I have to face more challenges in my future endeavors. Well, life must move on huh? Speaking of life, I have some pictures to share with you. Hope they will make your day.

This is what we call LIFE.

Dance.

Rest.

Kiss.

Relax.

Have Fun.

Giggle.

Scream.

Take Bubble Bath.

Sleep!

Word for today : outmanoeuvre
Meaning : evade by moving faster or skillfully

"Life isn't finding about yourself, it's about creating yourself."

Epi 24: Coincidence?

The Prime Minister List of Malaysia:

First : Rahman (1957 - 1970)
Second : Abdul Razak (1970 - 1976)
Third : Hussein Onn (1976 - 1981)
Fourth : Mahathir (1981 - 2003)
Fifth : Abdullah (2003 - 2009)
Sixth : Najib (2009 - ????)

Look, the initial name of the six Prime Ministers forms the word "RAHMAN". Is it just too coincidence or something tells us that we have to remember Tunku Abdul Rahman at all times? Yes, we as Malaysians should always commemorate the Father of Independance for his priceless contributions to the nation of the country. I would say he has got the most number of children in the world because he is also known as the Father of Malaysia. LOL

Well, let's talk about the present. Today, 3rd April 2009 will be jotted down as an important date in the History of Malaysia. Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi has stepped down as the fifth Prime Minister and relinquishes his premiership to his deputy, Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak.

Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak is sworn in as the sixth Prime Minister at 10am in Istana Negara today. I finished my JPA scholarship interview at 10am sharp. A ceremony to mark the handing over of duties is held at the Prime Minister's Office in Putrajaya. Well, I was in Putrajaya for my JPA scholarship interview just now. Coincidence again ARGH? XD

By the way, congratulate and best wishes to Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak of becoming the sixth Prime Minister of Malaysia. With his leadership qualities and commitment, he will lead our country to better future and success. What do you think?

Word for today : Incumbent
Meaning : A current officeholder

"He takes over the helm of the nation with a changed political landscape and trying economic times."

Epi 23: JPA Scholarship Interview.

Wake up at 6am in the morning. It's been a long time since I last wake up at this time. Get myself clean and put on my smart clothes. Together with my parents and sister, I'm on my way to Putrajaya International Convention Centre(PICC). Kinda lost at first because Putrajaya is really big. After asking for the right direction, we reach PICC at 7.30am.

A sea of faces when we've reached there. Every candidate is busy looking for his/her name in the attendance list and putting signature. There are 15 panels in total and I will be interviewed in Panel 1. =)

JPA's interview has always been in groups. While waiting for my turn, I try to find my group members and I manage to mingle with all of them. We exchange lots of idea about the interview and even joke around to reduce our nervousness.

After we enter the interview room, we are asked to introduce ourself in the language that we are comfortable with. I speak in English because I'm comfortable with it and OBVIOUSLY, my Bahasa Melayu sucks! LOL.

Next, one of the interviewer makes a statement that the education system in Malaysia is able to train student to be innovative and creative. He asks our opinions and guess what? We have to speak in Bahasa Melayu! I speak the language awfully while giving my opinion. I was like,

OH MY GODNESS!

Another interviewer asks us how are we going to promote our country while studying abroad. This time, we have to speak in English. I feel relief and speak as much as I can to cover the mistake that I have done before.

I screwed the JPA scholarship interview. Well, there is no way I can redo my interview until the time machine is created. I have tried my best and what is done is done. I have no regret going for this interveiw as I get to meet new friends and get some valuable experience.

Good luck and all the best! =D

Word for today : parsimonious
Meaning : stingy

"An interview has become such a confrontational thing."