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| Thursday, 16-Oct-2008 20:39 |
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Daddy's coming home !
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After being away for a month, i am finally heading back to my "home base" !  Yes , I definitely miss home a lot. I can't wait to step down at KLIA and breath in the air that has kept me alive for this past 20++ years !
I do hope I can meet up with everyone * hate to mention names here, later if i miss out anyone...* Theres so much to do, but so little time. I will be back for around 2 weeks or so. Although its short, its gonna be LEGENDARY ! LOLZ !
But yet, i am beginning to get use to the life here in Ghana. The single serving conversations i have with a person in the life, the single serving smile i have with so many different people i meet each day, and also the single serving eye contacts i have with everyone around here. Yes, life here is lonely. And believe it when people say loneliness can break a man down ! Hahaha. Imagine eating nearly all your meals alone, coming home to an empty house and nothing much to do on weekends. Sounds depressing huh ?
But its not as bad as it is you know. Looking forward for each visit home, meeting new people each day although its just briefly and living with a new culture is fun. It just takes a little getting use to. Right now, my best friend is my colleague, Nana and my driver ! And i must say, I will miss Ghana when i am in Malaysia. !
Anyhow, peeps, lets meet up ok ?
Cheers,
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| Thursday, 9-Oct-2008 15:32 |
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Happy " Happy Birthday"'s
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To Alan, Gan, Sim, Eu jin and Han Ni,
Happy "Happy Birthday". Sorry can't be there to celebrate with you guys this year. 
Hope you guys enjoyed the birthday celebrations and may all you enjoy your days.
P/s : You know why our government are always so proud and often comparing us with other "lower" ranked countries ? Cause these "lower" ranked countries often look up to us. I was having small talk with a colleague here and to my surprise , he knows heck a lot about Malaysia. He knows when Malaysia got our independence ( btw, Ghana and Malaysia got their independence in the same year , 1957 ) , he knows of our history, and he knows about one of our greatest leader, Datuk Seri Dr. Mahathir. Thats why some of our politicians are so proud at times and often compare us with countries like Ghana ( no offense ) because of the leaps and bound we have progressed since our independence. I would agree that Malaysia has reached quite a good level since independence, but we should look forward and see how we could achieve more. Rather than dwelling on our achievements, we should pick ourselves up and push on further , to see how much we can truly achieve !
Anyway, I meet another Malaysian here. His names Pang from Sabah. But rather than staying back in Malaysia, he is now a proud UK citizien working in London. If we continue to let our "brains" to move out, what are we left with ? Mat rempits ? Lepak kings ? Sigh, i just hope we can realize it before its too late.
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| Sunday, 5-Oct-2008 10:11 |
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TAN.K.S
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I never really realize this but with my surname spelled out in full and my last name in its initials, it spells out TANKS ! HAHAHA
I never really noticed it ( duh, after spending nearly 20++ years with this name and i didnt know it ) until my friend posted it on my facebook. Yes, its memang syok sendiri !
Anyway, I realized that tomorrow would mark my 30 days out of Malaysia anniversary. Still trying to get use to this kind of life, but so far so good ! I do like living and working in South Africa. Might even consider migrating there one fine day !  . But thats in the long run, not right now.
Currently i am residing here in Ghana. Ghana oh Ghana, where is your night life ! hahahaha. Yes, there is NO night life here at ALL. I shit you not. What people do here in the night are either
a. Head home and sleep
b. Go to the internet cafe and surf the net
c. Sit around in the cars along the street and chat
d. Look into the stars !
I have spend my last 2 weekends here in Ghana in front of my PC or watching CNN and discovery channel all day. * last weekend was good as the Singapore F1 was on *. But it sort of gave me time to browse through everyones blog and facebook and getting the updates of everyone from there. *i am sounding like a geek*
I do hope my plan to go back to Malaysia in a months time is not postponed or cancel. I am really looking forward to go back and have my plate of nasi lemak.  !
P/s: Starting to get sick of staying a 4 by 4 holding cell @ a small hotel cramped room
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| Tuesday, 16-Sep-2008 06:55 |
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Things i have learned about S. Africa and its people...so far...
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If you watch Simpsons the movie, thats what Homer like to say... "...so far..."
Anyway, been here for a week already and so far so good I must say. But here is what I have learned about SA and its people...
1. A lady asked me what was tiger balm used for so I told her its for mosquitoes bite, etc. She actually thought it was to "make man stronger ! " LIKE A FREAKING VIAGRA !
2. A golf GTI here is around 240,000 rand, which is about RM120k ! imagine that ! A GOLF GTI !
3. Theres a black community here, probably the largest here in SA called Soweto. Being the only Chinese dude to be in there is scary. They look like they can take you down with one finger !
4. Work here is pretty relax. I have a few colleagues who skipped work to play golf, some came in at 9am and left at 3pm cause they felt lazy to work... If you do that in Malaysia, you might as well pack up.
5. Blacks and whites are quite equal here. But dont ask me to ratio.
6. Rugby and braai is a big thing here. Braai is like a small event where they would have a BBQ in mid-day under the sun, while having a beer or two. The BBQ would usually be a whole piece of meat like mutton, beef or pork !
7. I have a driver for the weekend. His name is Robert. Ever wondered what people do during winter here ? Since its cold and heater is expensive...yeaaaa. you know where i am heading right ? Thats what people do when its cold...
8. Theres no such thing called futsal. Everyone plays football on a dry field ! with no grass ! No wonder Toure has such good pain resistance.
9. A hair cut here cost around 60 Rands. Its like RM30. And thats the cheapest. I miss getting RM12 dollars hair cut
*will be updated soon*
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| Monday, 15-Sep-2008 09:15 |
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Tagged I was...by Ju Shin it is...
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I Love Your Blog Rules:
1. Pass this award on to 7 people.
2. Answer the following questions using only one word.
( What the hell, its like asking me to dig my nose with my thumb ! Ouchie ! )
Q&A:
1. Where is your cell phone? Pocket
2. Where is your significant other? Table 2906
3. Your hair color? Niggerish
4. Your mother? Goddess !
5. Your father? Principal !
6. Your favorite thing? Family
7. Your dream last night? Lions
8. Your dream/goal? Satisfaction
9. The room you’re in? Cubicle
10. Your hobby? cracking up people around me
11. Your fear? Loneliness
12. Where do you want to be in 6 years? In a Golf GTI and *your arms* <- wont happen !
13. Where were you last night? My hotel room...
14. What you’re not? Thin... and the guy every guy likes
15. One of your wish-list items? Voltron...big enough for me to ride in !
16. Where you grew up? Raub, Chai Leng Park, Bukit Beruang, Cyberjaya, Subang Jaya
17. The last thing you did? Reading manuals and chatting with Ryan in Pakistan
18. What are you wearing? Adidas sweater, a brown top, a jeans and a sneakers
19. Your TV? I dont own one
20. Your pet? Mitts and Calico, 2 feline cats that i have given away. I love you 
21. Your computer? A old P4 desktop...served me well for the last 5 years already !
22. Your mood? Its a people dependent thing. If you are nice, i am nice. if you are mean, i am mean. But overall, good
23. Missing someone? can i skip this ? Yes, there is....
24. Your car? Saga. Regretted buying it as I wont be driving it much for the next few months/years
25. Something you’re not wearing? Underwear ? hahaha. Just kidding...errrr...rings ?
26. Favorite store? Just like Gan, Nike ! But also Gamers Hideout...
27. Your summer? Its summer all year here in Malaysia... !
28. Love someone? Heck, this is a question I cant answer with 1 word ! Mom, Dad, Sis, Grandpa, grandma, aunt, uncle, friends, mitts, calico, Jin, Master chief...the list goes on
29. Your favorite color? Red, but now shifting to brown
30. When is the last time you laughed? A few minutes ago ? my colleagues made a stupid joke....
31. Last time you cried? Honestly, i dont really remember
32. Are you a bitch?If i had a vagina, yes !
33. Favorite Position? On my bed, with the fan blowing, and my legs wide open !
34. Favorite Past Time? Music, hanging out, gaming, movies...
35. Are you a hater or a Lover? Neither. I hate to love and i hate to hate..meaning i hate falling in love...hurts. Why hate ? life is too short for hating...except...
37. Are you genuine or fake? Depends.
38. Any Vices? Food !
39. Pro Life or Wire Hanger? Wire Hanger
40. McCAIN or OBAMA? Obama...
41. Pro Plastic or Natural?Natural
42. Dream Job? Piloting a voltron/robotech/ X wing/ Y Wing/ Millenium Falcon...hahaha
43 where the last 11 questions PINK added on fun? *blur*
Who i wanna tag ?
1. Zulu people ( www.iamblack.com )
2. Nelson Mandela ( www.iwasinjailfor27years.com )
3. The rock ( www.ihavefunnyeyebrowns.com )
4. Darth Vader ( www.iamyourfatherluke.com )
5. Zeus ( www.ishootlightingsfrommyfingers.com )
6. Bill Gates ( www.imakemillionswithoutadegree.com )
7. Wall-e ( www.iamcute.com )
P/s : if you tried clicking the links above, i dont know what to say !
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| Friday, 12-Sep-2008 12:32 |
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Howzit !
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....would be the word you use you greet anyone when you are here, in Joburg, South Africa.
Yes, i am finally down here. For how long, that is yet to be known.
Leaving KLIA airport was a miserable feeling. I did not shed a tear that day, but it was a sad one indeed. Thank you to Khek, Gan, Alan, Ah Wai, Kim, Ju Shin, Alicia and also Dave for making it an easier transition to leave. Sort of "lubricated" my departure.
Anyway, its been 5 days since i arrived here at Joburg. So far so good. The weather here is pretty cold, something like what you get in Genting but the air is much dry. My lips are cracking a little and my nose has been bleeding cause of the dry-ness but its nice. Sweating is like something that never happens here even wallking under the broad mid-day sun.
Had a social gathering last wednesday where we had alcohol and meat around lunch time till sundown. It was damn fun getting to know everyone on the team and i must say i am getting pretty hyped up to working here !
Anyway i will be uploading my pictures mostly in my facebook as the line here is quite slow, so check it out there !
Signing out for now...cheers !
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| Thursday, 4-Sep-2008 00:41 |
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7th September...
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Most people would have dates to commemorate anything special that happens in their life. Like their anniversary, their 1st love, their 1st breakup and etc.
This would be mine. 7th of September. I guess most people would have already know this by now, that I am leaving. Leaving here would be in the context of my previous company to join a new one. For this new company however, it would mean leaving this continent to venture off to another.
When i told people that i am leaving, some took it quite calmly as they knew that it was coming. Some took it with a " is this one of Duncan's prank again !". hahaha ! I had mixed reactions but trust me, this is no prank .
The past 3 weeks was a very emotional one for me. Taking the leap for the decision, leaving my very own comfort zone, leaving my family, friends and 2 feline companion was definitely a challenge. I may still be smiling each time i see people, but deep down inside the turbulent of mixed feelings is something i had yet to feel in a long time.
I am sad i have to leave my mom and dad behind... Even if i was not around in Penang, i would just be just a 4 hour drive away only.....
My sister...my dearest sister, who i had spend although most of my time with, would be moving down to Singapore to develop her career. Yes, although i do not agree with her on everything, i still do love her a lot.
My feline cats...I had 2 cats. 1 named Mitts, another Calico. It wasn't my idea at 1st to have them but they grew into me and became apart of me. I thought it wouldn't have much of an impact on me leaving them, but it did. A loud sigh sounded in my heart yesterday.
Last but not least...my friends.... Thank you for all the farewells, thank you for all your concerns, thank you for all your wishes...I love you guys. The list would go on, but here it goes. p/s : the order of the name DO NOT mean i love you more Thank you Alan, Gan, EJ, David, Khek, Kim, Nikki, Ju Shin, In Xuan, Chiaw Yin, Charng Yee, Jiin, KC, Ragu, Nicolette, Bernard, Jee Wei, Sim, Steph, Joanne Fong, Josephine, Harry, Han Ni, Fong Yang, Victor, BT, Stevie, Wai Har, Hanu, Najib, Muzi, Dee Lern, Saw, Ong, Sharen, MJ, Elizabeth, Janet, Shima, Jih Hoay, Suan... *list would be added from time to time*
There were some so meaningful things said to me that touched me deeply. Thank you guys and gals. At least i know, no matter how the day is, you make things...better
I will be updating my blog more often from now on. Take care people.
Cheerios !
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| Sunday, 17-Aug-2008 01:05 |
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How its gonna be...
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Its 9am right now...i am up pretty early on a Sunday morning. Partially because my parents are down here in KL for the weekend. But mostly is because of this throbbing heart that is currently so confused.
*Dup dub* ...Go Duncan go...its a great opportunity
Another *dup dub* goes, but think about the things you are missing here...your friends, your family, your comfort zone...
*Dup dub*... are you good enough to take up this challange ? are you competent enough ?
The familiar song of " How its gonna be" by 3EB that is playing on my winamp is a good song to explain what i am going through. All this thinking of the consequences of your actions and what it might affect you in the future is definitely hard work. 
I just hope i am wise enough to make the right decision...
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| Saturday, 16-Aug-2008 22:55 |
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Lets put a smile on that face !
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Well, I am sure its you guys who put a smile on my face
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| Monday, 4-Aug-2008 15:06 |
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Caving in...
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Its been a while since anything in my life made sense. The feeling of eagerness and happiness do not seem to fill me up anymore when i get out of bed every morning. The soothing words of " everything's gonna be all right today" or "this is a brand new day ! " seems to be like another famous Socrates quote from the past that don't mean a thing.
The warm feeling of a morning shower doesn't warm the body anymore. It use to be so relieving after the body has endured an endless battle with the cold night. Food do not seem to be able to satisfy its craving anymore; like when you are so hungry, the warm mushroom soup that flows down your throat can't make up for that missing satisfying feeling.
Its been a year since I decided to part my way with her. I never once looked back on that decision as i decided i had to be fair to myself and her. I have pretty much enjoyed the feeling of being single all this time. Don't need to have that feeling of I-am-not-spending-enough-time-with-her, call in hourly to report in and the list goes on... you know what i mean right ? I thought at first that the void would close up and seize to exist in time, but i guess it doesn't. It still remains there, like it or not. Maybe the one in me is currently growing and is starting to eat me up little by little.
I would admit that i miss that feeling of being with someone. That feeling of holding her close to you and whisper to her ears. That feeling of sharing your world, your feelings and your thoughts with her, knowing that she would share hers with you too. That feeling of knowing under the same blue sky, someone loves you pretty much as you love her...
Yes, I would admit i have a slight liking towards someone right now. Not really what i had in mind as i did before. But i would truly say i have a slight preference towards her. Each calls and SMS i receive, i would hope that its her. I do enjoy talking to her a lot. I wouldnt say we share a lot in common but enough for me to have a liking to her. The only thing that is holding me back right now is my dreams of pursuing my career and also that...age ! hahahaha. Those that are close to me knows the age . Don't ask me how much ok ?
Maybe i just need some time off for myself...sighs
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hang in there bro!
