Changi Airport, Singapore

Work and Travel program is what I have longed for several months. Starting from the time when I busied myself looking for an ideal job, attended job and VISA interviews in KL. What's more? Being suffered thinking about it days and nights. Finally, I'm in Changi Airport - first destinations of my 30 hours flight. I am stucking (not exactly stucking but I have no where else to go) at the Starbuck with Edwin while waiting the transit counter to open at 3am. We actually planned to settle the transit flight then find a place to sleep. Depending on our situation now, I believe we are unable to sleep until the next flight to Narita, Japan.

Talking about the trip, this is what I have longed for several months but I, too feeling uneasy about leaving Malaysia. Feeling sorry to my dear for leaving her for 4 months. "Don't worry, 4 months are short, we will meet in no time." That's what I have kept telling her.

4 months are not short but neither long too. Things could happen unexpectedly but I pray there is nothing stand between us.

Waiting at KLIA Express Bandar Tasik Selatan Station

Saja took several pics in Changi Airports

Malam Anugerah Pelajar 2010 (2011)

MAP is an annual university program which is organized to reward individual or student bodies for their past year contributions for the university. Thinking 2 years back, when I was a freshman in second semester, I got invited to join the dinner with other SIFErs. It was the year that Kahon got the Mahasiswa Gemilang award and also since then, I have made up my mind to obtain the similar award. Then, last year convocation, ex-SIFErs Mohd Fuad and Yee Ei got Anugerah Diraja and Anegerah Canselor respectively during their convocation. That incident has once again triggered me to work harder for those awards.

Some may think I am materialistic. In fact, I am glad to announce that I am somehow materialistic. I have work so hard and thus I hope to have some return, in any way. At least a thank you.

Yesterday, 15/5/2011, it was my third time being in the MAP and I had applied for several awards. I applied for the Anugerah Kepimpinan and Mahasiswa Gemilang. Besides, I helped SIFE to sign up for the Best program and Best Club awards. The night was kind of boring despite the theme for the night was Retro. The organizer had worked quite hard to bring up the crowd mood but in vain. Skip that, the night was indeed kind of boring. They invited an artist to perform several Malay oldies. I wondered why didn't they play English oldies. I bet more people would enjoy it.

When the time had finally come, announcing the award holders, SIFE got nominated for the best program and best club awards, just nominated. We were kind of disappointed for the fact that EngiFest'10 failed to get the best program award. How was it so? I wish I could ask how the organizers evaluate the candidates. I am not blaming any party, I ask this just out of curiosity.

When I was about to lose hope in getting any reward, Chung Park and Rinesh called to get out from the hall to get some fresh air, intended to skip the oldies performance again. We discussed about the matter, why EngiFest and SIFE couldn't get the rewards. When the award giving session continued, we got back to our seats. As I was walking back to my seat, my name was announced for getting the Anugerah Khas HEP. I was stunned. I heard my name was called and some cheers, which I think the cheers was from my friends. By the time I got up to the stage and receive the reward, I was shaking terribly. I had to control my feet hard for not showing any anxiety.

Next, for the several awards, I got nominated for the Kepimpinan and Mahasiswa Gemilang but did not get any of those. Those awards were given away to someone more worthy. I told myself "No worry, it will come to me someday.". Nah!! I think I'm going to retire. I want to focus on my studies from now on. I have worked so hard for my co curriculum activities and I was rewarded. I should feel contented by now although I really desire for the Anugerah Mahasiswa Gemilang.

Critics make Perfect

About a month ago, I was the President of the PAP organizing committee for the year of 2011. Since that night, I had received lots of congratulates and complains thought the latter were more. I told myself, those complains were constructive. I needed to listen.

Yesterday, 5/3/2011, was the Chinese Cultural Night organized by Utem. I did not go. I gave excuse that I need to do my work. But, maybe the truth was, I was escaping. I did not wish to see how good they were. Because I knew, my housemates would tell me everything. Expectedly, they came back from Melacca about 12am and asked me to join them at 25jam. As I got into the car, they started to talk about how good Utem was. To be frank, it was kind of sad to hear the comparisons. Apparently, Utem's show was far better than what I had organized earlier. I was informed they had spent about RM50k on the overall preparation. The performance alone took 80% of the budget. Their performance was awesome whereas we had something that no people understood.

Those complains were literally not good for hearing and kind of hurts. I was about to explode as my housemates kept making comparisons. I was about to shout out "why don't you organize a PAP your own and see what's the result?". I controlled myself. I knew those were constructive comments. If I do not accept any critics, how am I going to improve next time? Ever since I had stepped down from my position, I told myself not to take part in any of those roles again. I wanted to be an audience before I graduate from UTHM. But, after yesterday midnight, I thought of having another chance to be part of the organizing committee, so that I could have the chance to improvise for the last time. This was just my thought at the moment. If I am able to have that last chance, I would work my best to make that experience that I would cherish for the rest of my life. Not something that myself regret again.

First Training of The Drum Team

We had the first ever training session on this morning at Batu Pahat area. It was an exciting experience and most tiring training ever. On top of that, I think I really feel good on what I have achieved. The hard work for pass 2 months is not come in vain. However, it is only the beginning. I have yet to know what will happen next week. Will PKSK approve my application from having the transportation for the whole semester and sponsor us for the whole expenses? Will be finding out next week with Kah Ling.

Formation of the team is one of my achievements in UTHM. I have done my part as one of the committee members of BKTH and I have no regret now. I do not hope the drum team to be very successful but I do hope the team will go well and last forever.

春晚结束~~

Yesterday night was the PAP performance night organized by my team of people in UTHM. I would not dare to say it was perfect but I felt contented when I was in the front VVIP seat. At least from what I saw and heard, I could feel the happy crowd.

The preparation was not an easy job. When I thought back the time when I promised to take up the challenge, I wonder what I was thinking. I knew I would have a freaking busy life, I may need to sacrifice my entertainment and study time. But yet, I took the task to be the PIC for PAP 2011. Now, everything had passed..I can announce "At least I tried!!" ~~

I might know the procedures for some sort of applications in UTHM. That's the reason why I got nominated to be the PIC for PAP. Then I realized I actually know very little stuff. Through this event, I can see my weaknesses. I was not being decisive when problem arose, I took my time thinking when my members wanted immediate answer. I was not good in public relation, I did a poor job in communicating with my members, sponsors, VVIP. My public speaking skill, poor! There was a paper in front of me and all I had to do was reading but yet I knew I had a poor voice. And I got to know another thing, TNC AA likes music... !!

I had a busy time for past 2 months. Worries everyday.But now everything had come to an end. It's time for me to step down from everything. Take some rest and do anything that I like. Do anything for myself.

敦华新春宣传短片.MP4

Promotional video for UTHM Pesta Ang Pao 2011.
A million thanks to Technical Team, especially Helen Tan and Kah Ling

Bloody Cellular Charging Method from Maxis

I have started using Iphone since mid of November 2010. I have used my Iphone to access to internet since then. Watching videos, surfing, blogging like using my laptop. I love the mobility and convenience that Iphone provides me. The feeling was great until I received my November bill at December. I was shocked to realize my postpaid phone bill rise to few hundred ringgit. Without any hesitation, I turn off the 3G button and Cellular Data button on my Iphone.

At December, I continued using my Iphone for surfing website and watching videos by WIFI. I did not hold back because I assumed I had already cut off my 3G and cellular data service and online through WIFI only. Surprisingly, there was another shocking news when I received my December bill at 15th January 2011. Few hundreds ringgit again. I met the people from Maxis center immediately and called to Maxis Service Line, no practical solutions were given. Some of them doubted that I had forgotten to turn off those button while using online whereas another personnel kept suggesting me to turn off those buttons.
"HEY! I HAVE TOLD YOU A MILLION TIMES. I HAVE TURNED OFF THOSE BLOODY BUTTONS A MONTH AGO."

I am very disappointed to Maxis for not giving me any practical solution on this matter. I was told that there are Maxis customers complaining about the same matter like me. Getting unknown cellular data charges from Maxis which they did not actually used the service.

I was advised to TURN OFF THE 3G AND CELLULAR DATA BUTTONS then try to surf the internet. If I get additional charges, I can go to any Maxis center to file a report.... Well... I can definitely go to Maxis center to file a report... but what's next? What is the practical solution Maxis can provide me? Will Maxis deduct those charges from my phone bills?

I want a answer...

I took this photos as a proof that I have already turned off those bloody buttons today. Hoping this photos help me when I wanna to kick its ASS.