Dear --,   

                                                                                                                                           27/8/2011

We arrived at Sg Besi but first we dropped by Seremban at about 5 pm. ..., there stuff to be packed from 9^th uncle’s place....

Met briefly Kai Kay, very nice to meet up with him – although for just a short time. He looks the same but older - did not meet other cousins, not many left. He is no longer with computers but is working (part-time) Mutual Funds.

We dropped by Machap (the first rest-over) it is infested with flies. They even invested in aircon in the stalls but did not help in stopping the flies. The rest-over must be built near the rubbish bin. The customers must got horribly sick – probably need to get their stomach pumped.

Then we dropped by Ayer Keroh – the pedestrian bridge restaurant, unfortunately not all the stalls are open – its puasa time... Just a toilet break is all we manage.

We finally got back to Sg. Besi for dinner as AL and Hii Mi has got other plans. AdL had fish & chips, BL ham & hotdogs, like to eat these stuff, they are “kwai-loh”.  I went to bed early, a bit tired.

                                                                                                                                                                28/8/2011

We went back to Subang Jaya (mum, XL & kids). We had lunch at Park Way as usual. AL had to work – photoshoot and did not go to Subang Jaya. They decided to rest a day and go to Seremban tomorrow. I have to go Subang Jaya Hospital tomorrow.

I think SJL is not coming today (Sunday) as he had to clean house.

                                                                                                                                                           29/8/2011

We went (WTS & I) went back to Rawang, must get some form for my insurance. My 2 tortoises are still alive after the long break. We got back to Subang Jaya the same day. We went to Asia Jaya for dinner (pizza was good) ...– bit tired, ... Kids had “sushi” – did I spelt that right? I am surprised that they like Japanese food.

                                                                                                                                                           29/8/2011

We went to Sime Darby’s hospital (Subang Jaya) to do my checkup – and get my insurance form taken of. Had some problem with XL’s van – its getting a bit old. Impossible to get the van done, as nobody is working.

                                                                                                                                                           30/8/2011

Hari Raya … everybody is off, at least the Malays. XL did not manage to find anybody to work on his van. SJL dropped by for dinner.

I am not getting better…sad to report. I always have to write a couple of times to you, just to correct my mistakes. As usual, not like you believe, I am always forget the names, especially Chinese names. Imagine S-San’s dogs, I forget their names again, Kaya and Ah Kow, took me a long time to remember. Another term I forget is “Yau Char Kwai” (goes with porridge) and not hot dog like assumed. Takes me a long, long, time to try and remember…it’s so frustrating. I never mention before, but I can’t read properly, its just a jumble of words…hard to pass the time and its so hard to work…really hard. I cannot talk properly…its so difficult, its unbelievable. Just have to get better and I mean soon or even better…right now.

Hope you are feeling better.

Dear --,                                                                                                                                               23/8/2011

We went to the acupuncturist  for a normal checkup, at least there in no poking and jabbing. Actually woke up very late, just so tired and lazy. Went to “Duke” for morning coffee and some light lunch “roti canai”.  Mum went to get her hair done.

 So how are things with your work, keeping busy? Any progress about your work? I saw your email photos – Pete is busy with his cooking. Seem like there were a lot of Chicken and potatoes, are you all sure you can finish everything?

                                                                                                                                                           24/8/2011

Went again to see the doctor…hmm! so expensive, RM30 everytime. Went to “Duke” to have a drink, no food (don’t feel like eating). XL and the kids dropped by.

Kai Yu manage to sell 9^th uncle’s car – RM1400, better than nothing. The car does not have certification because the authorities say that the cat was “cut” (potong). At least that’s taken off.

                                                                                                                                                        25/8/2011

We are still in JB, I think XL will be going after Friday (after school holidays). Have to wait and see how it goes. At least I don’t have to acupuncture today – Dr. Lee is off today.

Mum is thinking about selling her house (Taman Maju Jaya), thinking about all the expenses. I don’t think she really want to sell this place. At the same time she’s thinking about the kids in KL, it’s really tough to decision for her.

Remember, I was playing with my brothers at Maju house, and I accidentally knocked some plants and Dad was really mad. I said, “Better say a prayer for the plants” (sarscastic). Mum remembers the incident, which proves her long term memory is still good. 

I am on page 60 of “Think & Grow Rich”, must think of an amount and concentrate. Time is passing by and I am not trying hard enough.

Its still the Puasa month and WTS and I spent some our time in Plaza Pelangi. Do you know the different races do not mix well. They are together in groups and they tend to go about their lives separately. It’s just too bad. Except for sports like Badminton and Football, where they mixed, they are left with separate lives. Do you know notice the hair colors (especially the Chinese) yellow, orange, brown and even red…I guess every generation must have their own styles. Actually I wonder do they dye the eyebrows too (I am JB house) and I forgot to look, maybe another time.

Another thing, when anybody goes to court, regardless of race, the first lawyer then pick are either Indians or Singhs. The judges can be Malays but the lawyers are almost Indians or Singhs.

                                                                                                                                                              26/8/2011

It’s another day, got a ride from XL to go to Dr. Lee’s place (last day)…lucky. 

Tomorrow we are going back to KL, XL is driving together with BL and AdL. Mum, WTS and I are going too.  Have dinner at home…which I am glad.

Went to say goodbye to Plaza Pelangi…they have started selling Moon Cakes and of course for Hari Raya stuff. I remember Plaza Pelangi very well and the places like MacDonald etc. Well until the next time. I am sure the place, right?

Not sure whether mum is going to stay in JB or will she stay go to Subang Jaya. It’s up to her whatever she wants….I think she wants to stay in JB.

I will write again in KL, regards to the rest.

Dear --,

                                                                                                                                               21/8/201           

As we have mentioned that we are back in JB, SJL drove mum & us on Friday. We celebrated AudL’s birthday at a restaurant on Saturday.

Went on Monday for AdL’s birthday, he didn’t want any cake! Not happy with his mother as his mother did not allow him to take up his trip to KL. In the meantime, I went to the acupuncturist again today (22/8/2011). I have to go tomorrow again…sigh!

Do not think mum is using the internet anymore nowadays, pretty busy with other stuff. She might go to Seremban to get 9^thuncle’s to finalize things. She will be going next week, XL is going too, but they will be staying in Subang Jaya. I have told that AL will be pretty busy next week.

Anyway, its good to be back.

Dear --,

                                                                                                                                                    13/8/2011

I am writing email again, hope to improve my writing. Hope you are really alright, are you? Maybe you are super busy with your internet.

It is actual Ghost Festival today. Spirits are believed to come from hell to visit earth – once a year.  People (Buddhists, I think) are busy as there’s a lot of stuff to do with all the diety, the different gods and ancestor worship. It’s just the prayers, burning, and preparing food etc.

When to the doctor, Dr Ryan, used to go to him, his clinic is near my place. Anyway I was worried why I have problems with my hearing and people not understanding my speech. Remember the lotion you bought me previously for me. The good news, no problem with my ears (no wax buildup), but I guess I have a bit of problem with my hearing and speech. Guess I have to practice speaking by myself.

Mum is back in KL, SJL & AL took her back from Seremban. She just need to rest from the trip. I hope she got all the stuff done. Heard she had dinner with Wah Piew Char & Donnie (& partner) last night.

                                                                                                                                                          14/8/2011

How big is Gb, how many is Mb compared to Gb (in megabytes)? Just cannot imagine by usage of internet is used up? Is it 1000Mb to 1 Gb? I am lousy at converting these stuff.

A bit of bad news from my doctor, I cannot hope to remember all the stuff, like my formulae etc. I can only hope to remember 90-95 per cent since my stroke. I thought it would be 100%, and mostly I have recalled what I lost. No wonder my comprehension is not that good. Anyway, I have to get back to work no matter what.

I finished one of my project – got it printed out. I have to Photostat tomorrow to get it endorsed. Really slow compared to previously. At least I got it done.

                                                                                                                                                     19/8/2011

I am in JB with Mum. Will write more.

Dear --,         

                                                                                                                                            9/8/2011

Hey, S-Chee’s husband name is Ah Ker and S-Fun’s husband is call Ah Mun – great isn’t it – mum told me their names, probably much easier to remember after this. 

Remembering is much easier nowadays, except I can’t remember your dog’s name, I am not thinking of Klute, Pete’s dog, but the other one. You mentioned to be previously.

I took mum to Seremban (driver did) but beef noodles at the Pasar were closed-Tuesday is always closed. We went to the Malay/Indian restaurant and ate Mee Goreng (bungkus or Ta Pau). Also bought 2 ‘chung’ for later. Waited for S-Chee as mum prefers her than my driver (driver is a complainer). Anyway mum is staying for a few days in Seremban. I am feeling alright but I am out of breath – can’t keep up with mum.

Too bad you are not feeling too well. Take it easy and rest, don’t fall sick like us. In the meantime, I will keep writing and practice my writing – ignore if I am talking nonsense.

                                                                                                                                                             10/8/2011

“Second recession in the US could be worse than first” a lot of terrible news of the economy especially with the US. Can’t ignore the headlines – hope everybody is fine. The stock market is taking a beating. Seems like the rich will be richer and the poor will become poorer…sigh!

I remember meeting up with Yee Ma, it was Kai Yu’s wedding, and they a have the dinner in a restaurant. I went to greet 6^thaunty because she recently had stroke.  Anyway when we were leaving, I saw Yee Ma and I asked, “How are you?” (in Cantonese). With a smile she replied, “Not good”…I was like, “Huh…” I expected she will say “Good”, I guess she just likes to complain but I like her.

I just got a sms from mum, she is going through 9^th uncle’s stuff. Hope she will have a good lunch at Wah Piew Char’s after that. Not sure how long she intend to stay in Seremban.

How’s Pete skiing  trip with Brett & Marianne? Time to get back to work. How are his sister, brother-in-law and kid?

                                                                                                                                                              11/8/2011

I received your email and take your time in replying me. In the meantime, I hope you are alright.

I repaired my washer wiper blade, the tube broke its leaking. Anyway it cost so much money – what to do with so old car. I went to a consultant to get some work endorsed. Not much work to do.

Dear --,             

                                                                                                                                        3/8/2011

The “Dog Whisperer” is on tonight. I am looking forward to it, supposed to be the new series. Wonder how about the dogs that he can’t train, does he leave them out of the episodes? Are they any dog shows around? I remember “Laika”, what a strange name, and CG brought him home. Think he died in a car accident, must ask XL the next time when I see him in JB. Have you seen Laika before?

Its “Hungry Ghost Month” on 13^th August, WTS believe that she should avoid going out at nights. Anyway, Buddhists, prepare food (vegetarian) at the road side to appease the death. They have clothes and money (fake ones) which eventually be burnt. People still follow these beliefs – including WTS’s parents.

                                                                                                                                                                  4/8/2011

I went to Sg. Besi to bring mum to Subang Jaya. I called her and sms her several times but couldn’t get her. I even tried to call SJL & AL, but no answer. She finally called back when I was half-way to Sg. Besi…whew! I get scared so easily. Everything is fine, thank God. Think SL will be going to S-Fun’s son wedding with mum.

I did not know that Tai Yee had money problems from loan sharks/Ah Longs. I really did not know, shows how little I know. As usual I must be full of myself. Tai Yee’s grand birthday was quite grand in Seremban, I have to get drunk. I remember the cleansing ritual by fire by Yee Ma, what a lady but she likes to complain.

Heard mum will be visiting S-San – hope she is doing well. K is alright after his stroke and G is fine.

                                                                                                                                                                 5/8/2011

I am up to page 56 of “Think & Grow Rich” – can’t absorb too much.

Have to give up looking a place – much important to survive, with money so tied. I am now depending on some insurance money.

How’s your business? Are things picking up and how to improve things? What are you writing about, my ghosts stories won’t help, I am sure. Everything boils down to Fate & Belief! Do you believe?

Have you seen a photo of Bud, my dog in the US. I don’t have his picture, but he is dog with short legs. He is my drinking companion. Wonder why things changed.

I saw a “jobless” man and his two young daughters, and he was waiting at a restaurant (beside the drain) for food. When they left, I noticed that they were bare foot. The little girls had torn and worn out clothes and carrying a old doll. The girls do seem happy and not bothered about all stuff.

Regards to all.

Dear --,       

                                                                                                                                              2/8/2011

Mum is still in Sg. Besi but I think she wants to be in Subang Jaya, as she has much to do. Will keep you informed.

I had “Lor Shee Fun” take away. Weather is too hot for eating, so I had just a drink. Will eat it for dinner. So what’s for lunch, anything good?

I am glad you have given up smoking cigarettes. I think AL has also given up cigarettes. As for me, I smoke less nowadays.

Ya “Red Eye” – Tai Yee’s former landlord, it was so long ago. Did not know you stayed there, but Dad was always in a terrible mood. Mum wasn’t there yet, I think. What memories do you had in JB? I only recall going back for the holidays. I remember Swee Meng used to visit mum in JB. Why did Tai Yee give up her “shack”, to retire to Seremban?

I remember 6^th uncle &  6^th aunty and Ah Peng and ……can’t recollect the kid (Kai Yu?) 6^th uncle pass away so 6^th aunty stay with Kai Yu. Ah Peng never married and she is busy with her job. I think I went to Kai Yu’s wedding. (I think Ah Peng should be spelt as Ah Ping).

Hi Min’ sister and brother-in-law(from Sweden) is staying with AL. He is trying to get a job.

Have you seen Nurul Izzah Anwar (Anwar’s daughter), saw her at the train station about a year ago. She is a Member of Perliament of Bangsar. I think she is extremely presentable and looks friendly, just like her mother. She was arrested for the Bersih demonstration – one of the many arrested.

Not speaking well today – stammering and phrases not coming out properly.  WTS think I am not feeling well today. Tomorrow will be a much better.

                                                                                                                                                    8/3/2011

“Can You Feel The Love”, AL’s ans S-S’s wedding song, I must have told you before, its really a memorable song. I remember that they were in Sheraton Hotel (Subang Jaya) and they held the wedding dinner. I recall that Mr O, Mrs O, K and G was there.

Horrendous brain drain from Malaysians over the years. I believe its mostly the Chinese, whatever, the Government should seriously look at problem. Its really sad.

Mum has asked me pick-up her from Sungei Besi, to take her to Subang Jaya. She got more stuff do to at Subang Jaya, I guess. I don’t  have my much to do anyway. Got to keep busy. Look forward to your email.

Regards to all.

Dear --,          

                                                                                                                                           1/8/2011

Its 1^st August, a whole new month. It is also fasting for Malays, I must try to eat or people might think I am fasting!!!

Only when to stationary shop to get some photostating done and put petrol and oil for my car. Not much to do at the moment.

I asked about .mkv videos, because then seem to be popular compared to other video. Just wondering whether they are so popular, because they allow videos to be longer etc.

I am so forgetful not because of old age, but I really have trouble remembering things. I can’t remember a lot of stuff, that’s why I practice my email with you. I was so glad when I went to work because I thought I was better. I found out people don’t seem to understand me, they say stuff like “huh, don’t understand” or “don’t get you” etc. People ask my driver whether “I was drinking” because I walk unsteadily (have not been drinking for more than a year!) People has been lying when they say I am alright. I remember I asked AL about this, he mentioned that I am alright but not completely… Wish I am fully recovered (at least tell me the truth). My clients sound gibberish and I couldn’t understand.  I also some trouble with words and phrases, like I write to you a couple of times to correct myself, its better than before but still not recovered completely.  Problems like reading and understanding , example “Think and Grow Rich” is slow because I am taking my time. I am truly getting better but I am taking so long.

Your email helps, I can remember better – I remember Klute and Caspar, Russ and Joy etc. which I can’t  recollect previously. At least all my family’s names – I remember, until I get too excited, than I forget. Just want to speak and understand properly.

Did you recall Tai Yee’s place in Singapore, we used to stay there? I think she must have rented out, a “half house” and Wah Piew Char used  to stay together with her. So long ago, we must be in our teens or even younger. What did we do – forgot, can you remember?

I am glad you remember mum’s High Blood monitor, she must have left it in JB. Its just I am suppose to check my daily (stupid rules) and nobody remember that mum has one. Not going to buy one.

K-dog looks so cute beside the food rubbish container. Its winter time now, must he be taking a shower on often?

I did not know Amy Winehouse would fall under “forever 27 club”?. So mysterious to have so many to have died so young.

Did not know why S-San had some strange names for her pets. I only remember Kaya’s name – the rest are given by WTS : Kaya & Ah Kow (dogs) and Satia, Shock Absorber and Oily (cats). Hope they are fine.

Regards to all

Dear --,  

                                                                                                                                                   30/7/2011

I woke up and its raining. It hasn’t rain for a long time, it cools the atmosphere, this is good, so hot these days. Mum sms this morning, heard she is going to Seremban. I am not sure whether she is going with AL or SJL. Anyway, I hope she enjoys herself. Too bad I am not going, should be happy to see the cousins. See how it goes.

Have  you heard from Miss Mah, how is she doing? Have not gone to eat “Italian food” for a long time. Vietnamese food  is pretty good (Leisure Mall, Cheras), went with AL, mum & WTS.

Did you buy a High Blood monitor for mum, I remember, but everybody says I did not. I must be quite forgetful nowadays. Let me know, ok?

Saw an old show where the songs by an old star. They really look old but kindna good. I am surprised that his supporters are older people. People just follow their stars from previous  eras, that’s quite understandable.

                                                                                                                                                                         31/7/2011 

I went out for lunch and bought medicine from Pharmacy. “Bungkus” Chee Cheong Fun for dinner and Wan Tan Mee for WTS. Don’t feel like lunch, had a drink only.

Mum sms that she went to Seremban. She seem quite happy about it. Also bought me a packet of Beef noodles – in the fridge.  Not sure where she is now. Hope she met up with Wah Piew Char – did I spell her name correctly.

Did a little bit of gardening, only a very little, don’t feel like it at the moment. Like they say, “Tomorrow is another day” – hope it is better.

Saw your “Dancing Duo” and “Talking Twins” – so cute.

I remember Dusty Springfield but I can’t remember songs – maybe later.

Regards to all.

Hi,                                                                                                                                                  27/7/2011

I came back with WTS to Rawang yesterday. I went to visit mum at Subang Jaya as I had something to pass to her today. Also had lunch with her, I think, she will be there for a while, waiting for S-Fun’s son who is getting married.

                                                                                                                                                               28/7/2011

I got a little payment from a client, am so happy. Even got their people to bank-in my cheque - so nice of them.

 Just received your email, I am not on page 66, just page 45, my memory not working very well (Napolean Hill).

Lucky that you can have beer, wish I can have some too. Anyway, I have a good dinner. I am having left-over “char koay teow”. Must try to have meals, before I lose anymore weights, am quiet thin nowadays…like WTS ha! ha!

I did some gardening, weeds are over-grown. Mostly to pass time, at least 1 to 2 hours a day.

                                                                                                                                                               29/7/2011

I went to pass some work to Koh (my draughtsman), guess that’s it.  Too bad about Amy Winehouse, so young.

Its almost Fasting time, for Malays,  how time pass. No election yet, maybe after Hari Raya, just have to wait and see. Still waiting for police outcome on Bersih.

Doing anything in the internet? Any new ideas? How’s business, getting better? Things should get better, don’t you think?

Listen to Karen Carpenter’s songs – Yesterday Once More, she reminds me of yesteryears. Should be studying  there, so long ago. Quite like her, too bad, she also died so young.

Hope XL is better, I haven’t heard from him for quite a while.

Hi,                                                                                                                                            24/7/2011   

Received your email about “Bank Account”, nice story.  Receive your story about the duck, funny and good. Unfortunately, I use a “mini oven” or “hot pot” at home, so I can’t cook. Thanks anyway…sigh.

I am in Subang Jaya (AL’s place),  at the moment. Went with WTS, mum and SJL to Amcorp mall to get my medicine – so expensive. Had dinner with them (Parkway). I plan to go back to Rawang on Monday, 26^th July 2011.

                                                                                                                                                     25/7/2011

I am in Subang Jaya, I decided to stay go back to Rawang, not much to do. Anyway AL just went for his check-up and he is on the way to bring us for lunch.

Went to Syed Restaurant (next to Subang village) for lunch.

Do you know why video files are on .MKV format compared to normal .avi or MPEG, MP4 etc.? Any difference? Please let me know.

                                                                                                                                                    26/7/11

Going back to Rawang, mum is going to stay at Subang Jaya until Friday. Got to meet S (SJL’s godson) about some insurance stuff. S  is really helpful.

Did not read the book this few days, anyway from a passage of the book it says :

“If you think you are beaten, you are,

If you think you dare not , you don’t

If you like to win, but you think you can’t,

It is almost certain you won’t

If you think you’ll lose, you are lost

For out of the world we find,

Success begins with a fellow’s will-

It’s all in the state of mind”

Have a good day. Regards to all.

Glad to hear from you. I got the photo of Pete’s dad and mom – thanks. At least I know now how they look like. They look like a friendly couple.

“Faith is a State of Mind” that may be induced by self-suggestion. Something that I must understand fully and completely. Have Faith in yourself; Faith in the Infinite, this is my motto.

I SMS  to mum yesterday. She did not go to church, seems SJL is busy with UCSI . Mum sounds pretty upset, she says that is why prefers JB. Maybe she will going to Seremban next week to pack up 9^th uncle’s stuff.

                                                                                                                                                           18/7/11

When to EPF, but quiet unsuccessful. Must look at other ways.

Must work on my projects or might I lose  what little I have, now that I have only 2 clients.

Got a feeling you are unhappy with -(friend)-, but glad everything is alright. Things are hard to be right all the time, anyway it doesn’t matter whose is wrong, life’s too short.

Watch wrestling today, WWE, is something new but think they are fakes. Also watch 3 Chinese serial shows, WTS also likes them. Remember the old show, “Happy Days” , I remember the Fonz and Richie, what about Richie’s sister? Howard Cunningham is the father.  What about the “Andy Griffith” show?  P. Ramli’s shows, remember all the Pontianak and horror films.

SMS mum again, she went to a Kirbyian funeral. Made some new friends so she’s happy. May she’ll be going to Subang Jaya. After that to Seremban.

                                                                                                                                                             19/7/11

I am in page 42 of my book. A lot of people believe they are not doing well because they create their misfortune. I think unfortunately they are correct, must create positive energy from ourselves and be happy. Faith and believe.

Haven’t  been  to Johor Baru this year. Oh yeah, we did drop by there when CG and you were back, just a short  trip.

Any progress with your internet stuff? Still working with Pete? I hope he is doing better with his job.

I am in Sg. Besi but I am on my way back to Rawang. Have to back to work. CG is going to stay in Sg. Besi but she should to going back to UK tomorrow.  Said she will be here again in December. SJL is going to pick her to the airport. AL and girlfriend is also fine.

                                                                                                                                                          14/7/11

Got your email on the 13^th, thanks.  I am reading the book now (page 42). Must read slowly, might not remember everything. Still haven’t recovered yet, so slow to recover, just need to recover by LAST MONTH!

I am still on page 42 of my book, “Think and Grow Rich”. A bit slow, but must understand and catch the meaning. WTS thinks I am uncooperative and I have trouble understanding things. Not listening to what the others are talking a. So I remember the 3 things from this book, that is, Fate, love and sex.

 Will try to understand better and hope I understand better. I must remember things. I am sure you will realize by now , that I am having trouble putting words out  - its all jumble out.

Hows  your sales?   You should be doing much better, you can’t give up. I know you can do it, have fate.

Must  remember happier times. Mum is fine, just sms her just now. She is about to go for dinner. Must be with AL and girlfriend  (H-Min, I think).  Hope they are enjoy themselves. Mum is busy and she is not going to Seremban so soon maybe later. SJL should be back from Penang (UCSI work). He is very busy with his work. I am going to Amcorp Mall with mum to check out my medicine.

                                                                                                                                                           16/7/11

I have no news from XL, except for a sms, about the rally. Hope he goes for the treatment soon.  No news about the rest, in other words, should be fine. I don’t think he has been drawing this year, it’s a shame.

How is your friend, SP and her husband, SiP (is that right?) Can’t recollect the names of her three kids. How are Peter’s parents? Did they have a good trip?

I have been watching, “Masterchef Australia”, quite a good story line. Its looks harder than I thought. Watch tv shows like “Criminal Minds” and “NCIS”. The “Dog Whisperer”, there is an episode that shows 3 German Shepherds and how they are supposed to work together.  To work together one must have fate and believe in oneself. Must not be afraid and to be the pack leader. Not the sound but the spirit of how we talk.

Hi,                                                                                                                                                     7/6/2011

I google “Napoleon Hill”, is quite amazing about his achievement. I have started reading his book.

“Hear The World” by Michael Jackson, its truly a great song. Too bad he died so soon and I think he is innocent. I think he truly love his son & daughter. Life is tough.

Leaving tomorrow for Putrajaya, to see mum and CG. Looking forward to it, and also to take a break, a much needed one. I will there until Monday.

                                                                                                                                                             8/7/11

Bought my car insurance (actually WTS). Finally done, I so glad – but sad to pay to up.

In Putrajaya, so glad to me here. Mum and CG look fine. Seems GG is doing well (in UK). Anyway, CG managed to rent the place out. She seem pretty happy. Heard AL got through his presentation and he got the job.  He always seem so lucky. Wish I can be so lucky.

The song is by “Helen Reddy”, you are right. My spelling is a bit off sometimes. Trying to get my words into proper place and correct words.

                                                                                                                                                           9/7/11

The rally is on today, I will look and see how it is. Bukit Bintang, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Masjid Negara, Petaling Street, Jalan Pudu, etc are swarm to police. Amiga (women Lawyer), Anwar, Kit Siang etc has been arrested.

I ready our email. “Think & Grow Rich” has only 235 pages (you are right) and I am in page 23 pages right now. Slowly getting there, slow but steady. Must try to understand too.

Hi,                                                                                                                                                              1^st July

I got your book, “Think & Grow Rich”, wow! More than 700 pages…a long book. I hope I can understand but I will try.

The songs I heard are “Delta Dawn’ – a rather old song. The other, “Unchain Melody” its actually XL's and AudL’s theme song (wedding song). My ex-boss tried this song – horrible and scary, like me he can’t sing.

Did sms mum, she’s still fine, busy cleaning stuff at Seremban. I think she’s back in KL. I will probably be down next weekend. Time to see her and CG, good to see them. Have not seen CG yet.

                                                                                                                                                                    2^nd July

Try to collect some payment, really must try. Beside, some work to finish. Work should get better. One problem is I can’t remember stuff well (forgetful). Another, when I get excited, I can’t speak properly and people think I am drunk. Must really try to get better – so tired.

Bersih 2 is a rally asking for fair and clean elections. Besides locking away some organizers , they have just declared it an illegal organization. They are serious about this rally because they claim the people will lose out in the event of a rally (lose money from business, tourist money etc.). Other people have claim that it is an insult the king others have claimed it’s a communist plot. The rally is still on July 9^th.

Still mucking around the garden – grass & weeds are so long. Just passing the time everyday, but must try to finish clearing the weeds. Spend the time clearing, helps pass the time.

                                                                                                                                                                    4^th July

The “Dog Whisperer” reminds me of my dogs. Although they never bolted through the gates, they were incontrollable when I went  for walks (only less than 6 times – too lazy for walks). Wonder it would help if I manage to train them like Caesar. Too late for that anymore. Any problem when K-dog goes for walk? Is he obedient?

                                                                                                                                                                5^th July

Went to meet a client. Tired now. Regards to all – especially  S-San & W-Yue.

Hi,                                                                                                                                          23/6/11

I am finishing Kolej Murni, some light gauge stuff,- doesn’t pay well, but I am lucky to have something to do. I also have a bungalow at Kota Damansara (draftsman is drawing their roof plan)- and it helps pay the installment.

It’s a heatwave at the moment. Have not been raining. I think it is winter time in Australia, is it getting cold?  It is hard to sleep at night with the heat.

About General Elections in Malaysia, is it still on? Spoke to a client and he believes it is still on (claim its probably in August). The Government is raising the price of fuel, electricity, sugar etc because they need money (for the elections). 

True or not, I just need more projects…ha! ha! With Anwar’s Sodomy trial, and Khir Toyo’s corruption case, its hard to say. MCA (Malaysian Chinese Association) has promise to pull out from political post, if they fare badly in the elections. A bit threatening, don’t you think?

                                                                                                                                              24/6/11

Its Friday, it’s a tiring day. Do not know why I am so tired. Must get back to do some work. Got some work to do this weekend.

 Message mum, still no reply…..maybe later.

Dragon looks good. Any luck with sales? Wonder if XL is drawing his stuff.  Hope he is doing alright.

Any plans this weekend? Regards to all.

Hi,

I went to work today, I went to Tesco, Puchong and then to Klang. I am really tired today now. I am going tomorrow, to Sungai Buloh. Getting a bit slow doing my work – really slow.

I heard that CG has finally arrived. Seems like she made her way to Sungai Besi. She went all by herself, without SJL and AL. Think she should be staying at Putrajaya with mum. Do not know what are their plans tomorrow.

Did a bit of gardening this evening, actually removing weeds. Tired but helps keep me tired for sleep at night. (Lots of weed).

Met up draftsman and pass him some work for him to do. At least he got some stuff to do.

Some work to finish up tomorrow. Cannot work anymore tonight. (that is why I am writing to you-before going to sleep)

The next day :

Its AshL birthday. Last year she has a pool party last year with her friends (not with her family). BL is doing better with his studies. Must be taking his hyperactive pills. AL is not doing very well…must be tired of working so hard.

“We are the World” a song by Michael Jackson, a really good song. I was just listening to this song just now. Reminds me of the past. Too bad about Michael Jackson. How about “Never Been To Me”, brings me back memories.

No news about CG(must be busy).

Hi,

We spent the weekend at Sungai Besi, stayed from Friday to Sunday. Mum is fine, I think.  SJL came both Saturday and Sunday. AL got back on Sunday (about 7pm). When out for dinner (IM’s birthday). The restaurant was called “Little Tree” (remember?), its called “Pit Stop” now.  Bought her a Birthday cake. Hope they enjoyed themselves.

AL is fine (according to WTS, he looks a bit tired).

Heard CG will be in KL (next Tuesday).  I think mum will stay with CG at Putrajaya. For further information, wait for further details.

Have to get back to work after the trip. Got some work (a little only). Like they say “Better than none”. Not  much work, hope things will improve.

I bought back homemade food from mum.  Its so great. Don’t have to decide what to eat for dinner.

I like your rosaries.

Heard you are sick. What is wrong? Are you alright? Have you seen a doctor?

How’s work? Any improvement?

My regards to Pete and K-dog. Pete still bring K-dog for walks? I have never  done that for Thunder & Brandy (my dogs). Too late for these.

Still no news, about elections. Maybe later. Heard that there’s a slight earthquake in Malaysia. No big deal, no fatalities.

Hi again,

My internet is still at minimum speed, that is until the 14^th, I am suppose to use max.20Gb every month. So I am stuck until then. No more movies. What to do, I cannot afford the extra costs.

I have only one project at the moment, so I am quiet free at the moment. The other days, I hope to meet my other clients, hopefully to get some jobs. My other clients don’t like me much, wish I was more likable in the past. Must be quiet unfriendly in the past. What is done is done, can’t undone.

XL's dog is called Casper, got it from WTS. Heard XL is not alright, must sms him.

Heard that mum is coming over the 15^th with SJL. On the 16^th she has to go High Court, about 9^th uncle stuff, with AL. After that, I suppose to go with her to Seremban, as she has something to do. I will only bring her there.

AKai is staying at 5^th uncle’s old place. Guess he likes the place but so much of memories of father and mum . I haven’t seen him around much anymore. He is not working, as far as I know.

Hope Peter  gets  more projects soon. Hope will I get more soon. Time for old “Fung Shui” to work.

Oops! Mum will be break with AL for the Court date. After that AL will be with IM, they are spending time at KT for the weekend. Its her birthday.

Did you know, our ex-Menteri Besar is in court at the moment for corruption charges. It seems, he was undercharge for buying two bungalows.  Imagine, 6 million for just the bungalow. The authorities took more than 6 months before finally charging him. I hope the justice is more effective.

Just heard that authorities are removing  10 internet sites for publishing pirate movies, tv series, documentaries etc. Looks like the end of my downloads. At the same time, they have millions of pirated movies from the dealers doing business in every street. Life is tough when you are poor.

Are you coming back for holidays this year? Not the best of time but just wondering. Any news from SP? Doing well, I suppose. Wish we can be like her.

I got your 2 downloads –but its so slow. Maybe something is not right, possibly I haven’t paid my subscription! Everything is about money, sigh!

Glad you are doing better, is Peter getting any new projects? As for me, just some little stuff. Seem to be making a lot of mistakes. Have to redo my stuff-luckily, I can keep myself occupied.  Have nothing to occupy myself otherwise.

Mum is still in JB. Not sure when she is coming to KL. Don’t know who is going with her, sad isn’t it, most of us are stuck with health problems. SJL seems to be very busy, maybe outstation etc. Haven’t talk to them lately.

A and the two kids are up in KL. Don’t think XL is going to pick them from KL.  I wonder if he has any job nowadays. What is the name of his dog, really can’t remember. His a abino right?

Strange but I have not been drinking beer for about a year. I don’t know why this is so, after all, I have been drinking for more than 30 years. No money but that can’t be the only reason. I think something has change and more than that. Even eating, I hardly eat anything-just don’t feel like eating. Its “Chang” dumpling festival, bought 2 for tonight. Was I like that, can’t be. I also like to watch TV nature shows, I use to dislike those shows. What happen to change so much?  Can doctors explain why? I really wonder why.

Not many cousins left in Seremban. Except W. Piew, H. Piew and her husband (forgot his name, maybe remember later}. Also S. Chee and husband. Heard 5^th uncle’s son is leaving in Seremban in the old house.

Dog Whisperer is on, 10pm tonight. Hope I  get to watch, just to pass my time.