a toothpaste infused experience

No matter how much trash you can say about your own country, there'll always always be something that makes you proud. So, my country makes the best sandwich in the world. It's true. Ok. Malaysian. Close enough right? Malaysians are from Malaysia so it can be safely said that my country makes the best sandwich right? Since he is produced from/in my country? 

This is THE headline ok (copy and pasted):

Malaysian Makes ‘Best Sandwich In The World’

This article was featured on:

1. Brudirect
2. Herald Malaysia
3. British Business Finder
4. SG Links
5. Straits Times
6. The Star

So...they have a Sandwich World Cup! *shocked face* And this year was in France and hosted by Delifrance. *correct me if I'm wrong here. This is not my area of expertise* and this is a picture of THE award winning sandwich:

SO...you must be thinking, wow. great. A Malaysian came up with an award winning sandwich. Nah. Here's what I found funny:

Hope you can see that but then if you haven't then here:

The chef who made it is called: Darren Chin! (If you click the article from the star, there's a picture of him there)......BUT the part where it got my brother and I laughing is:

Darren's father David Chin! HAHAHAHAHA! 

My brother said (before showing me this article on his phone): "Hey girl. I'm gonna own cafe selling my world famous sandwich".

And after reading the article:

"Pffft. Look at dad. Doing ALL the talking. Not even giving me a chance."

My brother learned how to play Crack the Shutters by Snow Patrol on the PIANO! I'm so proud of him. He wouldn't allow me to play or teach him and he kept on saying his hands hurt which I completely understand. But I'm so proud of him. Then he went on to play: "candy" by Paolo Nutini. It's an interesting song like all his songs but I just don't really get them. I don't get them at all I think. 

So I can look forward to my brother making me sandwiches in the future? - Nope. I still will be making them for him and cooking for him and baking for him. I do them anyway under pretend unwillingness. But I don't sing for joy when I do those for him. I just do it because he is my brother. Whether I like it or not (in fact, I LOVE it) :) Though he fancies himself as a food critic and most of the time (irritatingly) he IS right and spot on about his critics. --'

when D'Artagnan saves me

This is how Joy sees me. And she got my name wrong as well. "Dala". Well. Close enough. She was 4. Way to go Joy. And then she got a hold of the "make it groovy" magazine when she was 5 and she came up with this:

Well, she copied it from the magazine and IT'S STILL NOT ME! --' I'm just always gonna be the picture on the top. 


But the "sad" part is that, I'm not even hurt or insulted. I think I should be but I'm so happy that she drew me or rather what she sees me like. 


Just wanted to share it with you. (or me). But I found these drawings when I was cleaning my bookshelves which don't hold books. (irony?). BUT yes, I keep all her drawings and tests and stuff. Even my mom doesn't do that. My mom knows what to keep and what not to keep. I.....keep everything if I could. 


P.S. Dala sounds like a great detergent brand. Any takers? It's similar to Daia (they have entertaining advertisements but then again, I find any detergent advertisements interesting except for those usual "mothers hugging their child" fabric softener ones - which aren't detergent so my point is invalid --')

to my best awkward friend

With this blog post, I am sure Adam Lau will once again grace my blog with his (online) presence. He "only reads my blog when I post things about him". It's true. 

but...as promised, a (belated) birthday post to my awkward best friend...

ADAM LAU! :)

With that said, I really am unsure of how to carry on from there. There's so many things I can say about Ad. But then they all can be summed up as the FACT that Ad's definitely someone who's a genuine friend. :) He shamelessly asks for food and you can't say "no" to him. 

He's my "baby boy all grown up". But then more than that, he's MY awkward best friend :) He's THE biggest fan for The Biggest Loser [the Asia version too] and he's just such a joy to be around. On days where I am all highly strung up and emotional, Ad will for sure defuse "the atomic bomb of emotion". We take pictures in an awkward manner sometimes. He always ALWAYS tells me to lose weight and whenever I eat something that is really fattening, I can picture his disapproving face and tone *creepy*

He says the funniest things and on Sunday, he said this to me:

"I guess we all know where Beyonce turned at a T-junction".

Me: *blur face* huh? I don't get you.

He replied: "to the left!" 

and I just laughed! He really has the ability to brighten up anyone's day and also has the ability to make someone (namely me) REALLY irritated. But I can't get mad at Ad. It's hard. 

I am overprotective of him. That I can admit to but I am so glad to have always been "working" alongside with him. :) He's really the best Adam and he is himself. That's the best ever. He is my fellow middle child buddy-friend-ally. :D

I LOVE YOU LOADS AD! :) 

(obviously not in Che's context)

HUGS! or CSH! :D

Adam and Tapir the Rat

There's no need for the picture spam of Ad is there? When I find them I will then :)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AD! :D

tea in a dainty cafe

I'm really tempted to say "hi guys" but it no longer feels nice to say it. But with that said, I don't know what to say to replace "hi guys" as a greeting. 

I can't honestly say that nothing much has been happening because then I'd be lying but to say that my life has been so packed and busy would be a little of an exaggeration. So that leaves me here I suppose. Wherever here is. 

Once Jan and I were talking about horrible English and I said: "my ancestors would be turning in their graves from the shame of having me as a descendant because I have horrible English" and then I said: "HEY! They're rolling in the deep!". Yea. Another insensitive moment. But really, when I'm dead next time, don't hesitate to make "rolling in the deep" jokes or whatever it is that is currently "trending" as a "lame joke line". I suppose unlike majority of the people I know (which trust me, isn't a huge population), I don't exactly think that talking about my own death is a taboo and such. But it might get me into trouble in some cultures or those tribal people. Right now, images of being chased my tribal people with spears is flashing through my head. Like an internal youtube. 

BUT anyway, I remember talking about my funeral in school with Eric, Jeremy and Shan Wee with Duan & Chynna giving me weird looks and they said: "shouldn't you be planning your wedding instead of your funeral?" and I said: "Nope. It's too hard to plan for a wedding because I don't know when that will be and also whom I'm going to marry. And it's not fair for me to plan it all by myself and be so fixed on it and when he comes along and has some suggestions, I might flare up like some bridezilla. And anyway, my funeral is my own and I don't have to share it with anyone even if I don't know when I'll die, I just think this is a very amusing topic of conversation.". BUT with that said, I don't go around making fun of people's funeral and stuff, on the contrary, I do respect them. I don't go around making fun. I just think talking about my OWN funeral is an amusing topic of conversation.This is my own funeral. So I'm just saying. Don't attack me with it. Ok. Heh. I guess there are also certain boundaries and only talk about it to a certain extent.

In my head right now, I can imagine frowns and disapproving looks from my best friend (just to keep myself alert for anytime I might get scolded - my best friends have taken a liking to scolding me - because I actually act in such a manner that "asks for it". It's not funny nor is it pleasant. And I'll get angry too and like be such a baby about it and ignore the person - if I'm really angry for 24 hours or more but it usually doesn't even reach 20 hours --' )

I like brinjal.

inappropriate alien gestures

I'd just like to wish PN a very Happy Belated Birthday :D Even though I honestly thought he was weird and creepy when we first met (which is through the council) and to be honest, I still do think that way but beyond that, it's been fun. I don't know how he and Duan and I ended up "cousins" but we did.

And I miss and love those times PN, Diin, Chynna and I and most of the time Nabilah would go to McDs and they'd all threaten to ditch me on the other side of the road and such. Gosh. I miss them so so much. How we'd all order the same thing and I'd say something not meant to be stupid but PN and Diin goes ahead and sees the stupidity of it all. GUYS! COME BACK! Ok. Being dramatic but seriously, I miss ALL of you! SO SO MUCH!

And also congratulations to my almost cousin on passing his driving test! :D I'm proud of you! :) Just believe in yourself more next time ok?

how is a waving flag stronger?

Hello.


I'm so sorry for having left you guys with a trashy piece of post. (trashy piece of toast?). But I was going through such a dark period of my life. But I'm so glad I'm out of it now and can openly talk about it. Which I will. 


You see, I was going through what I personally have coined as: "a/the Michelle confusion" and it's literally that. I went through a dark period in my life where I was confused whether this particular Michelle I was speaking of IS in fact the Michelle I had met several years ago and the one I had heard of from Che. So Che couldn't clarify with me because she kept on forgetting. I think. BUT anyway, I FINALLY CONFIRMED HER! Ohmygoodness! It was such a BIG relief. Because I wanted to know if the emo person I saw all the time in the corner is in fact her and I just HAD to confirm the identity you know. And cuz I was shocked at who her boyfriend is/was (I don't know her current relationship status). Not shocked because I too like him (which is an absolute: NOOO WAYYY!) but I'm shocked because I know her? I know. Weird. And yes, that is the big dark period of my life. 


Ok. Maybe it wasn't THAT dark. Maybe dimmed period of my life? I'm not sure as well. Hehehehhh! But I really was confused and the thought of whether it's this particular Michelle or not kept on being on my mind. She should really feel proud of herself by now. --' I know. I have to re-think my life.


I think My Small World and Toys 'R' Us must be in a girly fight. Just look at their slogan (or whatever it's called)


Toys 'R' Us --> The Greatest Toy store
My Small World --> More than just a TOY STORE.


So rude their fight. Absolutely no decency to be subtle at all. Just blindly attacking. Like stereotypical girls. 


I have to say that I absolutely like Chrysanthemum Tea. You know how people make potpourri out of dried flower petals? Yeah. I'd boil my flowers (if someone were to give them to me) to make Chrysanthemum Tea. But I don't think I want someone to give me Chrysanthemum flowers because my friend told me that it's supposedly given or presented at funerals. But if it were at my funeral service, I'd ask God to allow me to live for a little longer and take the flowers to boil. But then again, what makes me think that there isn't Chrysanthemum Tea in heaven? It's probably Chrysanthemum Tea Special or something even way better.


Paris looks really very gorgeous and beautiful but it also looks confusing. --' I wouldn't go there alone. I hope not. Not because it's a romantic city and I don't wanna be alone, I'd probably also enjoy myself if I were alone but I wouldn't go alone because I'd get lost. 


AND I don't like when people blog a ONE liner post. --' I click and go to their blog so expectantly just to realise that whatever was seen in the preview was actually the whole post. --' 

the biggest idiot I know is myself

I am here to tell you that I would be ninja-ing. So that defeats the purpose doesn't it? But if you don't hear from me for more than one day, please do find me. Trust me. I NEED you guys but am overly uncomfortable and probably repulsed? to find you. Please find me. I won't be dead. I can guarantee you that but I would be in a bad state. 

I think at the end of the day, I'm extremely hurt more than I am angry. But I don't know how to tell you that. Oh, for she's a jolly good idiot, for she's a jolly good idiot, for she's a jolly gooood idiot..that nobody can deny. 

Yah. I'm this one huge mess right now. So cincai-ed you know? I know I can do this and pull through victoriously because it's all about God being with me but then I admit that I need my best friends alongside with me but you know, being the idiot that I am, I clean and go do other stupid things instead of what really matters. So, as of right now, I am an ideal dishwasher. The person not the appliance. 


And and and I know this is so off but I must tell you that I am EXTREMELY annoyed that I have these 2 pimples on my forehead. How can you not expect me to touch my forehead when I'm applying toner and moisturiser. My forehead is like a highway and the pimples are like traffic cones. No one puts just 2 traffic cones in the middle of the highway and not expect it to be knocked down. Just saying.


I want to go to away. But at the same time, I wanna go to you. (Note: nothing romantic here. I don't mean it that way) But I don't. Maybe in a way, I'm making a big fuss that you don't bother come find me is because I'm angry, upset, hurt and disappointed because of my own high expectation that you still would. *cue for she's a jolly good idiot song* But I'm a lousy duck. I don't know. I've never felt so confused before in my life. Dalvina, go stab yourself. --' 


I'm not suicidal. Just saying. 














I cannot take this anymore...

*shouts into nothingness*


I MISS YOUUU!

we are after all only humans

I know that we were never best friends and eventhough we just somehow clicked for that moment in time, I'd just like to confess that I miss you. Not in a romantic way. Yes, I do love you but not in that way so that's also how it is when I say I miss you. I miss all those times we'd act like idiots in stores, playing with all the toys. I miss those times we went shopping for weird things such as shampoo and deodorants - things we usually don't buy with our friends. I miss how you made a big fuss because the colour was slightly different. I miss those late night/early morning conversations we always had without fail everyday. I miss how we'd laugh and laugh and laugh till we weren't sure what the initial reason for laughing was. I miss how we'd go out and how you thought I was weird for not being able to eat a lot in one seating and how I would always call you a vacuum cleaner. I miss those times when we'd compare food to see who ordered the healthier dish. I miss those times you'd drink my drink and THEN ask if I were ok with it. I miss being stupid with you. I miss how we'd always claim we're some superhero or fictional character and try to convince each other. I miss how you'd play music through the phone and stop really fast asking me if I thought the song was nice or not. Idiot. Thinking about that makes me laugh in all it's stupidity. I suppose, if I were to sum this all up, it's simple really. I miss us. And that's all. I know and am a little too familiar with the saying that "all good things must come to an end" and I suppose so. What really shocks me is that I'm actually ok with that. I'm alright with the fact that we might not even be as close anymore and I'd just probably miss you. To say that I'm going to miss you forever is to be a little bit overly dramatic and so I don't know when I'll stop missing you; missing us. It could be tomorrow or something like that but know that you've made an impression in my heart and mind - and ultimately life - and eventhough I might forget you along the way, I'll always love you and care for you. So if you come back into my life once again, know that I have never and will never hate you.

too hopeful for a reply

Gosh. I hate these "love love" things. They're just designed to make you feel nice for the main lady role of the movie and feel weird about yourself. --' KIDDING! :D I'm a sucker for chick-flicks. Believe it or not. Ok. Believe it. Not that I imagine I'm the leading lady and get the guy in the end (do people do that?) BUT it's more than that...NOT! I just am ok?! BUT the thing is that I'm not a sucker for ALL chick-flicks. I'm not making sense right now am I? Ok. I'll stop then.


You're a dugong. 


AND I finally have a reason to use the "R" keychain! (*the unglamorous moment for the keychain* it's free from Toys 'R' Us *pretend the 'R' is inverted*) :D So happy! *song "this could be the start of something new" plays...or whatever the title is* Hehehehh! So so so happy! But I should not get my hopes up high. People might still be annoying about it. Heh. "Just because I can" is as valid a reason as "my name starts with the letter "R"" ba. OK?! *said in a super defensive high pitch annoying voice*


Oh and yeah, I really want to wish you a very Happy New Year but then I want to be sincere and I'm just really content being in my own bubble right now. :D


Just a stupid post. *pauses* I'M SO SORRY POST! Here! Let me sayang you!


I have a question for you before I leave...not that any of you will answer me *reverse psychology*...Ok. Seriously, don't because I really don't want to look at your answers and i will not get a cbox back (as of now)...


If Godzilla grew up at peace with it's surroundings right? Then why attack when it grows up? I mean seriously, it's momma must have been like: "Baby Godzy, these people will overfish and take advantage of your home and such and they don't know what personal space it but just go with the flow." or something right? stupid. My dad had a stupid answer but it was funny. :D


Oh! and I consciously ate mee goreng WITH the chilli....for Machais. I hope he sees how much I love him. Well, he's stuck with me (and I with him) forever so, yeah. Anything goes I guess :D


Oh! and Happy first day of school guys :D

oreos entrapped within a yellow plastic bag

Nacho Libre please please PLEASE download quickly. I am in desperate need for a hilarious movie that will leave me laughing and forgetting about the present for about an hour plus. Now now, don't get me wrong my dear dear precious readers, I am not in some sad moment now or something, I just want to watch a funny movie ba! Cannot meh? *overly defensive mode* But yes. ANYWAY, White Chicks has finished downloading so I am happy :D


Seems like it's natural and most importantly expected of me to blog about the tour and such and put pictures and whatnots but then I don't think I will blog about Day 1 to Day 10 or Day 11? But yes, later guys. Later. 


I downloaded Casting Crown's "Until the Whole World hears" album (the rest are really still downloading)..and I realised THIS:

I don't know if you can see it or not but it's pretty obvious if you ask me. EVERY SINGLE TRACK IS ENTITLED: "Until the Whole World Hears"! What a fantastic way to troll on the internet! HAH! Now I have to Google them out and such but it doesn't matter. But seriously, this person is so so smart. Troll! Weheeee! AND majority of people downloading their album HAS to be Christian so you know, patience is a virtue or something. --' But yes. If I ever somehow contribute a torrent (no idea how to do that but I'm so very sure that Google won't fail me), I'd troll like this too. Or IF I'm feeling gracious, I'd include the album art/cover or what not and entitle the tracks CORRECTLY :D


GUYS! Remember the green drink??...

I hope with all my heart that the picture above was rudely shoved in your face! *takes a moment* sorry about that. I didn't mean to take it out on you. You did not deserve it. I guess I was just too hurt from this separation from the green drink. *sniff* Sorry. I will try to keep myself and my emotions in check. I promise.


I've realised today that we have a replacement that is easily obtainable in Brunei but it's unhealthy la...

I know, I know, it doesn't even look anything as attractive or captivating as The Green Drink but nevertheless, close enough I suppose. The only other "green drink" I can come up with would be Broccoli juice or Celery juice which won't be clear. So that's a no go. 


AND I realised...how is Mirinda the unhealthier choice? The Green Drink consists of:

• BLUE Lemonade
• Mango juice

AND how is Lemonade that's supposedly cloudy-pale-pale-yellow-ey magically turned BLUE healthy?? Mango juice from the bottle of concentrate is really...just sugar water. BUT since I made The Green Drink, I'm VERY VERY protective over it and so...it IS healthy! 


AND...the ULTIMATE reason why I'm drawn to Gladiators (the shoes)

They're NOT mine! I don't really like them. The straps in the ones pictures above are too wide. Heh :D Mine still looks nicer. BUT anyway, THE ULTIMATE reason is that in the event of one strap breaking, you have the rest to still be able to walk comfortably. So in one word, the ultimate reason is: security :D AND also mine is the one where you zip up the back one. So there you go, total security. But I have to admit/confess that I would love my shoes more if they were flats and not slightly elevated. BUT you know, security. (or whatever it is :P)


Bye pe-o-ple! Remember to cut your nails! :D

colose the door

Hi guys! 


I'm still yawning and experiencing some sort of nerdy hangover. My head feels so heavy after I woke up and so I have termed it the nerdy hangover. Experiencing a hangover without actually consuming any alcohol. Heh. So uncool. 


Just (3 days ago) got back from the tour and it was hectic, enjoyable, drama-filled and such...everything that a tour should be I suppose. Except that we DO shower. I am under the impression that when bands go on tour, they don't shower but then when Acts29 went on tour, everyone was crazy on going back to shower or sleep. Whichever works for them. But I still continue thinking that people don't shower. 


Contemplating whether or not I should blog about the tour because we all know how my attempt to blog about the Manila Live Recording turned out. *I smell kasturi* So yah. Maybe I cannot commit to typing a blog post but maybe I can. We'll see. 


I suppose that's all for now. I really just want to lie down but the aircond man is servicing my aircond...AGAIN. --' All because SOMEONE (not me) in this house had a FEELING that my aircond is leaking...AGAIN. Some people are just too....i don't know. Heh. Bye. :)


I've actually got so many things spilling from my head right now (not literally), thus explaining why I'm still here typing after actually saying "bye". But really, I should stop dwelling in the what ifs ESPECIALLY when it comes to blogging. Hah! :D 


Till an actual non-weird post (ever) comes out :)