Antam Saja .. Whatever!

Waaaaaaahhhhhhhhh lama sudah inda mempost...

2009-10-20T11:49:00.003+08:00

Awu ih blog anitah banar... antamsaja... apa saja boleh jadi....

First post of the year hahahahaha a whole lot of things have changed! Dui kan abis tia 2009... barutah kan mula lagi.. ketinggalan zaman..

Anyhoo.. hey peeepsss....

Membayar Fidyah Puasa.

2008-09-24T13:10:00.003+08:00

Another information that I recently found out about when I went to the Ministry of Religious Affairs is the Fidyah Calculation for Puasa. I got this calculation table for those who wants to pay their Fidyah.

Earlier this year a friend and I was discussing about Qadha Puasa and bayar fidyah in relation to orang sakit or women who are pregnant and didn't do puasa or just basically did not Qadha Puasa. I am probably under the catergory of 'Maybe Dulu ada inda teQadha Puasa AND I don't remember how many days'. Yikes big yikes!

So this year I wanna make things straight. i.e I try as much as I can to continue to Qadha my Puasa for the previous years and at the same time try to pay my fidyah - approximate saja. After all - we should all pay our Hutang to Allah. If hutang to ppl sudah barat rasanya apatah lagi Hutang to Allah so we should all try our best to pay or Qadha.

Anyways, so as I was sitting there trying to get some explaination - of which I got confused. Here's the jist of what I've got! For people who have similar cases like me. There 3 types of payment:

1. Denda Fidyah must be paid first for all the previous years until 2008 - calculation berganda. (Monetary)

2. Only then pay Qadha - Fidyah the year after i.e 2009 (Monetary) - calculation times by the number of years

3. To continue to Qadha Puasa as much as you can. (Action)

I could be wrong but this was what I understood. I end up not paying yet as I have to go back and recalculate. Calculation is a bit confusing so best to get the advice of the Amils at the Religious Affairs or someone there.

Anyways, just hope the calculation paper I got will come in useful to ya'll. Wallahuwaklam.

Selamat Berpuasa Everyone!

Zakat Harta 2008 - Updated

2008-09-23T14:01:00.004+08:00

As per a recent comment from a reader in my previous post, as promised I'd upload the updated Zakat Harta Calculation.. I just got this from the Ministry of Religious affairs. As you can see it was last updated Aug 08. He said the value changes daily which we can get from the news. Noted! Thanks for letting us know.

Also to make things easier for everyone, Zakat Harta is not that difficult to calculate.

Just do this... Zakat Harta = Value of Harta ($) during that year * 2.5%

To read up more on what you can and cannot zakat.. Here are some useful websites..

1. http://www.e-zakat.com.my/baru/k-zakat/saham.asp

2. http://www.zakat.com.sg/toz/tozHarta.html

It can be a bit confusing really.. but asal niat kitani baik...and if we pay extra.. we can always niat if ada labih to pay for our hutang zakat harta of previous years. Wallahuwaklam.

When I paid my Zakat I asked if our TAP should be included as Zakat, after many years of asking - this year they said TAP tidak di wajibkan bayar as it is not considered as milik sempurna. I do hope they will be a clear fatwa or write up or something on this. If there is do let me know. Would be good to have a clear black and white.

Anyways, to those who have not done any Zakat Harta this would be a good time to start. You will not miss a dime for Allah is Most Fair and Most Just and I do believe that if you pay your Zakat Harta, Allah the Almighty will pay you more so much more than what you paid in Zakat. I have only started paying mine a couple of years back when I started to understand more about it and no years have passed since that I did not get it all back and so much more... For Allah is Most Fair and He does not go back on what He has promised.

Inda rugi duit if you pay Zakat. I'd do right away if you want to have more in life. This is part of our spiritual financial planning in life.

Selamat Berpuasa everyone...

Still on the Love Watch..

2007-12-04T09:42:00.000+08:00

First thing I saw on Yahoo page! Yikes.. baru jua I was curious about her and all of a sudden everyone's also talking about her. Was watching ghost whisperer till Epi 9..hehe Sampat lagi tu early morning watch. Makin siukzzz...Butt makinzz big... sian lah.. She's really pretty though... Before you know it she'll be as slim as the Fat Actress. so not to worry. Hollywood kali ah! This is actually good publicity for her! :P

Jen Love fights Back

Jen Love fat photos

Jen Love Strikes back

You can vote for Jen here. What do you think? Is Hewitt a fair target?

Current voting shows this..

Love is her body...

2007-12-03T08:09:00.000+08:00

So much to like about Jennifer Love Hewitt. She's got this sweet long face - lucky for her.. hehehehe she can sing. Her song was pretty okay dulu. Wonder why she didn't keep it up! She was famous in 'I know what you did last summer' and with 3rd season of ghost whisperer I can't help but notice she's growing this LOve shaped body. Every time I keep watching the latest ghost whisperer it just keeps getting bigger and bigger esp on the bum side. Why? Sayang jua ia ani. Good for her, her face doesn't show. To kill my curiosity I thought I'd find out and google. None answered but I can see photos. People out there are definitely asking...

Celebrity Gossip - Star Muscle

Jennifer Love Hewitt Fat Pictures

Jennifer Love Hewitt: 'A Size 2 Is Not Fat!

Jennifer Love Hewitt Blog

Brunei Flower Craze...

2007-12-02T12:53:00.000+08:00

Can't help but find it cali. Hahaha we have several crazes..2 of most recent ones are:

1. The Magic Chair in Delima

I have not seen it... but I have seen the long queue. Byk orang esp the older generation queue up, some I heard every day. Its suppose to be good for health.. Not sure jua.. but if it helps why not! On top of it it's apparently free! Hahaha FREE is KEY!

2. The 'Expensive Plant' - Mahal kali ah. GELOMBANG CINTA

Went to the Pasar 3 weeks ago but didn't notice much. My sister was telling me last week about this new plant which is very expensive. Again I didn't really bother much cos not really into it. Today we went to pasar to look for flowers and its so obvious. If you see the stall with many people, ah iatah tu! Even everyone around say, 'Liat mana ramai orang sanatah bunga mahal ah'.

So curious.. so we went like everyone else. It's selling like hot cakes. Banar.. you can see byk orang and flip through the books. Apparently, the craze came from Indonesia. People watching Indonesian channel. Again this is what I heard I'm not sure if sources are right.

Wanna see how it looks like. I'm shocked! cos I wont buy it cam inda jua seberapa but words in the Pasar said for Investment! hahaha good one! Am sure demand and supply will dictate when there is a lot in the market price will fall. I could be wrong.

Ok here it is. Ta Da....

You can see ramai here while other stalls are empty

Up close!!

The babies - Cost $10 - $15

The Actual Plant - This one cost about $1000 - $3000. So they say! Can you believe it? Would you really buy it? Sanggup orang bali.

Ba Ram Yuuuuuuuuuuuu....

2007-12-02T08:37:00.000+08:00

Aaaaaaaa I woke up this morning with this word stuck in my head. Have no idea where it came from... its not like I just watched the movie... I haven't seen in yonks and horses. I BA RAM YOU to the kitchen making breakfast. BA RAM YOUed to the breakfast room. BA RAM YOUed my niece while she was eating her toast. BA RAM YOUed when everyone left the table and BA RAM YOUed back to the room! Got my hubby annoyed. hehehe He asked 'what is that!' hahaha In my defense, I forgot what's the name of the movie. I know it the Pig that wanted to be the Sheep hahahaha. So tried looking for it on you tube hahaha I gave up looking for it.

Instead I found this! Hilarious.... Isn't Europe a Country? hahahahaha Amtamtah Ko! hahaha Good morning Everyone. It's a beautiful sunday morning!

New York! New York!

2007-12-01T10:48:00.000+08:00

Enchanted Enchanted! Adults and kids will like this movie for sure. Even the men likes it. I got recommendations from a guy to watch it and he's got a gf. Even my hubster likes it. We agreed the movie brings back good memories of when we were smaller. We like the fact that they made the cartoon undigital not like shrek and cars. Its the old fashion disney movie the likes of little mermaids. Cmon you'd be lying if you don't like little mermaid. Every little girl and older girls classics. Hahaha This movie the uncartoon part of it is set in New York which is part of the attraction. Central Park just looks just as cool!

At one point of the movie, thought it looked more like an English version of a Bollywood movie. My hubster disagreed hahaha he specifically said 'Not the same'. His comment were 'it's not the same cos at the end of her song every one was there and clapped, if it was a bollywood story all the dancers will all disappear' Hahaha is that right? I don't watch bollywood movie so I don't know all I know is that they all come dancing from nowhere.hahaha

Also notice at one point of the movie, I don't remember which part a very suttle music background of the 'Part of the World' from the Little Mermaid. When I heard it I sang to the song. Hahaha Download ih. Semangatz. You would to if you saw it! Get the Jessica Simpson version if you can also. hehe If you want to sing to the lyrics hahaha Nah... I know you wanna!

Anyways, This is a good watch! Puts a big smile down memory lane from the beginning of the movie and definitely keeps you smiling towards the end knowing the 'so called' Happy Ever After. The ending reminds me so much of the movie 'Perfect Man'. Love it!

Still set in New York, is the new series Gossip Girl! A lil bit different in style for the lastest episode this week Episode 9 Thanksgiving! Similarly, this episode was all about going back remembering the past and all about family. Again can't help but love the ending! Family being together playing around a family-versioned footie. Not easy being rich from the upper east side - a lot to hold up to, in school, in social life and esp in family. Yikes! Nevertheless, moral is family is still family - Blood is thicker than water no matter what happens. Love it! Keep em coming Gossip Girl.

Aaaa I wanna go for Chemical Romance concert in Singapore. Argh inda sampat cos ia on the 11th Dec. So wanna go. Cubatah weekend! Listening to I don't love you as I blog! So wanna go! Anyone going do let me know how it went please. If ada photos would be better.

Click! ..

2007-11-30T15:50:00.000+08:00

Journeyman is hmmmm some people might like it some people might not. Am on neutral lah kali. At least ada kan di liat. The thing is the main guy is just not as HAWT as Peter Petrilli hehehe. The rest of the characters are new faces.. Not one you'd remember much. Journeyman does remind me of Quantum Leap. Dulu Quantum Leap atu kira steady for its time.

Back to Journeyman latest episode.. Now he has enemies... one by one his family members and the investigators are getting to know his secrets. One thing saja I wonder, when will he be able to control his abilities. Or will he ever? Anyways, the stories are interesting... But there's a another mystery. Who is he working for?

Samantha Who's latest episode is so so but cali.. Like the part on how cheeky and naughty she WAS pretending to be handicapped on wheel chair during a hockey game. Can't get better seats than that? Hahaha Weird though, she lets her ex bf still stay in her apartment???

On a different note, found below very useful to have. Don't have to stretch hand so long to get both heads to fit in one shot! hahaha happen to ya too?

Hey sewing machine going modern?? Hahaha I kinda find this cool! Not that I sew though. I wish I could. Murah jua buat baju.. if only this modern sewing machine can cut and sew automatically. Count me in on the first on to buy it! hahaha Saja wah..Antamzzz

I can't keep up!...

2007-11-29T18:47:00.000+08:00

Seriously with so many shows in the market, I just cannot keep up. Moreover cos since am back to work finding time to watch em all is like something I have to wait during the weekend. Nevertheless, although I am slow on Reaper, Journeyman and few others. I am up to date with Heroes..

This week on Heroes... eseh cam aku tah pulang yang bercakap. Hey I am giving my commentaries! hehe So back to where I was.. you can do the imagining I'll do the talking... Previously on heroes.. hehehe

Okay enough nonsensing around! Heroes Episode 10.... Aaaaaaaaaaa Aaaaaaaaaaaaa Aaaaaaaaaaaaaa that's my annoyance and frustrations on Peter Petrelli. Man if you we'ren't so HAWT I'd %#$!$@^%@$#%# already! Why is the story going one way?.. first its Claire who's not believing her dad and going off flying with West despite knowing what bad things can happen to her. Then its Mohinder going against Bennett knowing he's worked there for many many years. Cmon it does makes sense who to believe. A company that keeps coming with this virus or Bennett who's trying to bring the company down for all their wrong doings. And then this week its Peter, of all people why Peter.. You know Hiro so well and you trust this new guy you barely even know. Do we really live in a world of suckers and confusion? Apakan cerita ani cam sama saja line nya.

As much as I like to criticise this I still want to know what's the gonna happen... eeee Sasak ku ih... hahahaha Its that curiosity that comes with the show that just makes you wanna keep watching. Well for me at least.

On the other front, I have yet to watch the latest Desperate housewives, gossip girl - how I missed you so much! One week without it is like... labih ah! Awu andang! Chuck lagi, Reaper. And no I have not watched Big Shots yet. Not forgeting my fav Ghost Whisperer.

Ever noticed where the world is going with their English. No one speaks proper English anymore? I can make up my own English in this blog one day... Let's see where we go from here. After all ani wah antamsaja kali ah!

To add to my for funs... check out Paris and Nicole having lunch. C Nicole basar sudah parutnya.. boleh... Hahaha On Ellen Paris was telling the world she's single... I want Paris to go out with Ellen's DJ.. Sapa tu namaya? Starts with S??? Hmmmm sapa ah.. Hey he is cute and HAWT! Bole lah! Those agree raise your hands! Kalau inda jantah pulang... hehehe

Right on the money! O!

2007-11-26T10:41:00.000+08:00

Ha Ha! Once Upon a Big Box Office... 'Enchanted' Casts $50M Box-Office Spell..
Am definitely gonna watch this soon.. Just trying to find the time! Yikes!

More on the seen, Samantha Who? makin Siukzzz ia ada theme.. so far family theme so I kinda like it. I was taken aback when the 3rd or 4th episode was about 'How she forgot what it feels to have S**'. Haha was like what the but the moral of it was good! Always good to wait! Even for us religious wise 'Wait till marriage'. I sokong!

On HerO!es heheheh O! O o yeah... the end was awesome especially the part when he grew his eyes back. Try doing a rerun over and over again on the part where he grew his eyes back! hahaha awesome! On this episode, we all must agree Mohinder is so Urgh! He has been a pest past few weeks. He's so confused and won't seem to learn from previous people's mistakes. So is Claire Bennett. She knows what she is up against in Season 1, why does she have to be so rebellious in Season 2. Ok ah! My thing for this episode 9, was that no one seems to be explaining anything. Mohinder being a friend cmon give the decency to tell Bennett why you need to take Claire away. Ani you shoot him instead in the eye! Of all places! Argh! tonights playing next episode in the US. Cmon Tuesday!

Speaking of O! Been meaning to blog this! Oprah's Favourite Things 2007 is out dah. Although this year macam inda seberapa as previous years with Ipods and Tivo. Nonetheless, am not one to complain when getting free stuff especially from Oprah - my many wishes hehe. This year she's big on kitchen stuff hehehe I wonder why? hehehe Stuff I dont mind having from her list which includes the kitchen electrical appliances all of em! Not the baju for old ladies though hahaha.

Would love to have this!

HDTV REFRIGERATOR WITH WEATHER AND INFO CENTER FROM LG ELECTRONICS

SCRABBLE PREMIER EDITION FROM HASBRO

Heroes... Keep watching or watch others??

2007-11-22T19:23:00.001+08:00

My lil friend was telling me how Heroes Season 2 has their ratings going south. I am nevertheless still a big fan although I have my complaints. I just like the fact that each of em have their powers and the fact that each of the episode just keeps you asking more questions. I like that in a show.

Among my many disappointments, although not that many are:

1. Kensei which all this while in Season 1 was the famous legendary Japanese warrior who end up to be a White Man in Japanese land somewhere back in the 16th - 17th century! That was not only bizarre but a shocker! How can a Japanese warrior end up being a Caucasian. That kinda spoils the Hero part. That Japanese warrior is part of being the Hero you onced envisioned in the past! Major disappointment Adam Monroe.

2. What happened to Peter Petrelli with Nicky? What happened to that? And that new girl, the Irish one! No way... I want Peter and Nicky like it should be in the future. They do make a lovely solid strong couple! Now with Peter, Maika might have a new dad! In the future they can probably be like the fantastic four just without the 4th one. Who knows Peter and Nicky would have a baby then they can be a fantastic four!

3. The story is a bit dragging. Its like you're watching and watching and now already episode 9 and still you're like okay where are we going? Cmon give me some action.

4. Nathan's suppose to become President and win the election, just cos he flew and got burnt doesn't mean he doesn't have a career. He is still alive. I do believe he can still pick up his career where he left off no? All of a sudden powerful confident Nathan became somewhat of a nobody! So sad.

5. And too many new characters, What's that veronica mars girl doing in there? and what's her role?

Think I have more but that's all I can think off for now. I was watching Ellen's many reruns, the one she invited the Heroes cast. She asked each of em what kind of superpower would each of you like to have? Each answered, and Ellen said she would like the ability to fly!

How about you? What kinda superpowers would you like to have? If you had a choice of only one?

You can play around and create your own Heroes here.

This girl blows your mind! singin wah!

2007-11-21T19:32:00.000+08:00

Thought I'd post about this amazing 15-year old filipino who has a voice comparable to Jennifer Hudson in the Dream Girl movie. Bet ya'll seen her on E! She's so famous she's on E! so many times. Like I said before now S.E.Asian are getting in the map of E! Dulu sal Malaysia and Indonesia about the Beyonce concert...

This for my lil friend...

Animated movies more to come...

2007-11-15T09:59:00.000+08:00

Holiday Season is just right around the corner. I still cannot believe its close to December already. Hari Raya has just passed and gone. Now the tis season of Haj. Wow time does fly so quick when you're into Life... hehehe

Anyways, aside from my watching TV withdrawal, back to work is definitely on the top agenda of life... Seasons of downloads and Tv series has slowed down but hey still have weekends to look forward to and watch what I've been missing for the week. Heroes Hot as ever! Ugly Betty even juicer with Posh's really coming to America and being on American TV series! MaJOR!

I nonetheless look forward to the animated movies that are soon for release... I look forward to watching Enchanted - The buzz is more on Mc Dreamy! I just like the fairy tale story plus some added animation to human works and moreover being in New York City. One no matter how old can never tire of a Happily Ever After story. Another one to watch is Alvin and the Chipmunks. Yeah ha! They're back after so long... so so long... so this must be THE main reason to watch. Alvin and the Chipmunk were like old times memories. Good fun times. Wonder if ever they will make Smurf a movie. Am sure one day they will. Just have to wait :P

With all these movies coming out one has as much reason to be a kid again and really enjoy the spirit of life.
For more family movies or animated movies soon to be out, check it out on Yahoo Movies!

Dreams by Sprint

2007-11-09T06:47:00.000+08:00

Used to like watching commercials on tv, but being in Brunei now i rarely watch TV and the commercials are not as fun. Stumbled upon this commercial by Sprint - it's amazing! Watch behind the scenes on how they did it.. The joys of Photography & Lights... I agree, it is indeed magical & beautiful...

Things to Bring for Hajj - Update Version

2007-11-07T08:27:00.001+08:00

I thought I re-post an Updated Version of this Post from last. Wow shukur Alhamdullilah for those who get to go. Heard there's more Jemaah this year. Shukur! I wanna go again. Hope it helps Ya'll who are going.

Since Haji Season is coming up soon I might as well list some of the things that might be useful to pack for Haj.

Am definitely not an expert but hey every little helps. You can help too.. just email us or send you comments to add more..

Upon Departure - Make sure you have the following

1. Haji Passport - Yourself and the rest of the family
2. Hand Carry - Enough Baju for sampai di Madinah.
3. Money Cash or Tekad Haji Account (TAIB) - One can take out money from Darussalam if you have the Tekad Haji Account book - Just that the rates will definitely be lower than on the streets. Not to worry, Brunei Dollar is widely acceptable. Money Changer right in front of Taibah Hotel in Madinah. Apparently they said Madinah has better rates than Mekah - again then quote me. Also shopping is much Cheaper in Madinah! So they said. Just in case.
4. Name bracelet - Name Tags
5. Yellow health book.

What to pack?

1. Best to pack and put in transparent plastics. Best way to travel also!
2. Enough baju for a month's worth so maybe several cara melayu, baju kurung, jubah, baju pakistan, trousers. So basically baju for ke masjid.
Last year some asked Baju Pakistan for men - just send to the tailors here they'll know. Jangan jua banyak banar for everyday use - Remember there is laundry everywhere or else you can buy baldi there and wash and dry in your toilet.
3. Baju for jalan jalan
4. Baju tidur
5. Toiletries - but not to worry if can buy there.
6. 4 telekung should be enough. Maybe 2 with the Brunei flag stitched.
7. Medications, medicines & vitamins
8. Slippers yang tahan air especially for after berwudhu - selipar jepun. Scholl are comfy tapi style lama pulang but hey comfort comes 1st, fashion last esp in this situation
9. Comfortable shoes good for jalan jalan and also during meluntar & wukuf
10. Tudong, serukup and aurat covers for hand
11. Padlocks and keys
12. Cream kaki for cracked heals - Yes this is good what did I use last time? I forgot ada tu di Guardian. If you're lazy like me use Vaseline for all rounder. Serious it works! Every night before you go to bed just use vaseline as your mosturiser all over.
13. Food?? but most people say inda payah you will have enough, some people will bring it and you can always buy food there. Barat saja.. Lalap is very useful masa wukuf and di mina.
14. Socks and plenty of em - Yes plenty of em. Some like the ones with the lil toes!
15. Underwears including disposable ones. Yes Disposable ones is useful masa wukuf and di mina.
16. O o heard its a bit chilly this time of year so bring some warm clothes. not too many but enough.. Fleece jackets is useful for masa Subuh... Really!
17. White singlets
18. Small hand towels for wudhu inside masjid in your seat. I added a water sprayer! Just ask whoever next to you to spritz and you do you wudhu! Wudhu for angkota yang wajib! This helps a lot cos when I did it people next to me asked me to spritz them.
19. Small folded scissors for tahlul after Saie or after meluntar 1st Jamrah
20. Money belt may be useful.
21. Disposable Face Mask and plenty of em. Its good to cover your face for health purposes. Cos ramai orang this helps with dust and maybe prevent sickness among using damam. You never know who sits next to you. Just bring 2 boxes you can sedakah to those who needs em.
22. Small bag to bring your Quran, doa and bacaan book and slippers to masjid. Not too big... just a small one cos karang payah simpan or squeeze on the side among people.
23. Small bag or plastic for your slippers. Really this is useful. Slippers kotors kan so if you bring a show bag or plastic at least it covers in your bag.

Masa wukuf di arafah, ke mina for haj or umrah

1. 2 - 3 white baju for women includes jubah, baju kurung, Telekung or anything white for masa waktu Ihram.
2. Disposable undies would be useful
3. Sport shoes or any tough reasonable good shoes for meluntar. Try it before you pack i.e if orang tepijak from any angle during meluntar it wont come off. Sport shoes is enough Meluntar is so much better than it used to be. You have plenty of space Insyallah if the timing is right!
4. Men not required. hehehe as you know men only wear 2 white towels during Ihram
5. For men during wukuf - bring 1 - 2 baju cara melayu which can be used after tahlul awal which is after the 1st meluntar jamratul aqabah
6. Proper and tough hand carry which we can drag - who knows you have to walk a long way from the bus to the tent. Yes this is true. Not a big hand carry but a tough one.. Trying running with it dulu. I listed this before I went and it actually happened we were rushing for the bus amongst the bustling crowd lagi tu. What an experience. You may want the bag you can run with and then naik bus and tarus angkat put on the bus! Also who knows your bus breakdown so don't carry too big a bag.
7. Toiletries - pack light. bring in small travel containers. Toothbrush don't forget!
8. Very light towel or those wet towels with no perfume! Very useful..
9. Torch lights for ambil batu for meluntar.
10. Small bag to put the batu in.

MAIN POINT is to PACK LIGHT - SERIOUSLY!

Hope I've covered most of it. Hey if ya'll have more to add please send in your contribution will help a lot .. send us some emails or comments. Cheers. Every little helps!

Whatever whatever whatever..

2007-11-06T12:05:00.000+08:00

So much to blog so much to share.. so lil time... Will blog more on the hantarans later... Thought it'd add some useful stuff I don't mind having!

This phone holder would be very useful to have and cuts down on space too. Ada tu karang soon in kadai yang dari Cina.. hehehe can't wait.Another one which I don't mind having! Imagine going around this in Gadong! Cool kali Ah! I want one! Wonder when the Made in China will come over to Brunei. Put me on the first list to get the cheaper version of this stuff. Cool kali ah if se geng di Gadong... We'll park next to the Bikers! hahaha we'll be the Segwaygers! hahaha

Talking bout hantarans...

2007-11-05T10:44:00.003+08:00

Starter's Wife on TV... cam inda siuk.. can't seem to get my eyes to really concentrate on it... So I might as well do a bit of nonsense blogging hehe.

Talking bout Hantarans. Most people tend to not talk so much about this but rather talk about their wedding attires - where they got it, pelamins and other stuff but in fact Hantarans plays a very important part of the package. Most newly weds are excited about the gift that they are getting. And getting gifts are big deals now that Hantarans are getting so much fancier than before.

Did you know that in the olden days, the women do not give Hantarans as Hantarans are gifts from the men. On the women side in return provides the men with delicious local delicacies from Yellow Rice, Fancy shaped agars agars to all sort of curries and a big fish hahaha! Big fish sounds funny but its true. The food that was given was not considered as Hantarans but rather Pembalasan.

Nowadays Weddings get more commercialised and very fanciful that the Men also wants to get gifts. I seen it grown from basics to Wowweee..

Some list of Hantarans to give. In the past must includes:

1. Pinang and the pinang box
2. Keris - maybe??
3. Kain pelikat
4. Set of Sewing Kit - What's the reason behind this though? So women can sew for their husbands maybe? You tell me I'd like to know.

Nowadays, only the few include this although very rare now. If you see this, you can tell one is very traditional in a good way, keeping the tradition alive is kinda cool. Some Hantaran norms gift now are as follows:

1. Shoes - which in the past they say one cannot place on the Gangsa. I keep asking why this is so. People always put Shoes in baskets so they can carry em easily since they cannot be placed on a Gangsa. I've had one reason explained was because in the past Gangsa was carried on their Heads that it is not wise to put or carry Shoes on your head! Bizarre but I guess it makes sense. If anyone can tell me a better reason I'd like to know. Very interesting.

2. Shoes and Bags for women. Dulu Bata now it's Jimmy Choos, LV, Prada, Lewry (this one lawa lawa for Hantarans), Diors, Gucci and so much more. You be suprised people really look at brands.

3. Watches ranges from Tag most popular, to Guess, Omega to the Best of the breed Rolex!

4. Kain for baju kurung - either already made into baju kurung with manics or just the colourful kain.

5. Matching scarfs, Pin and Brooches - Most popular is Ferragamo then again Di Brunei byk sudah the nice one. I do however have not seen a Hermes being sent (hehehe Ugly Betty punya pasal) There might be but I just would like to see one.

6. Oh Oh not forgetting toiletries for men and women - Men usually Clinique apa lagi tu ah.. For women it ranges from really branded to the most popular Marks and Spencer sets. Nowadays Evelyn & Crabtree is getting in the groove. L'occitane is also a good choice but not many yet.

7. Make Up Set for women is a must must! Mac is most popular choice. Mac is Big! Stila looks good on hantarans as well. I have yet to see people use Benefits. Cmon change to benefits its cool and funky.

8. Jewelries is another must must include Cincin Kawin. Bracelets, Necklace and Matching earrings but not often though.

9. Woops I forgot - Al Quran. This is not easy to find. people with connection always ask to buy from people who goes to Dubai. They like the fancy Beludu ones that comes in Boxes. Ada lagi I've seen the one shaped in Kaabah which is way cool. Who has photos send over!

10. Tikar sembahyang also now is evolving! Form basic beludu to hand made sewn colourful tikar sembahyang. Nowadays its the cushioned one! What you don't have the cushioned one! Aya aya you dont know what you're missing. You gotta get the cushioned one! No I'm serious. Package this with the Kayu Kokka Tasbih and maybe a Songkok.

11. The usual Belanja Serbaguna and Mas Kahwin comes in frames or no frames. Depends on different taste.

12. Almost forgot about the boring Towels hahaha not much to say bout this. Some people substitute this with night robe and bedroom slippers.

I got more to list not forgetting the Techy's - Very New Age Hantarans. Will list in my next post. Ngalih ku sudah.

The Office...

2007-11-04T09:30:00.000+08:00

Watching the British Version of The Office, can't help but laugh so much. The Brit Version is definitely much funnier that the American Version. Just that the American Version is more Modern. At times I watch BBC Entertainment and the Brits do have a sense of humour in a corky accenty kinda way. They are truly funny with a tad bit of sarcasm. There is this one show which I don't remember what's it called, on BBCE about a Dentist and his family. And there's this character that is similar to the character of the skinny guy in Nottinghill. The one that lives with Hugh Grant. That kinda character is truly Brit and very funny. Even remembering the movie with that guy wearing all sorts of weird clothing - or none at all is kinda a Laugh! hahaha

Ok I finally managed to find out the name of the Latin dance. Not so much of a dance but a Latin Brazilian Martial Arts of Capoeira! Yeah... had to google with my lil cuz. Once he knew the name, he kept on repeating it many times over! hahaha

Oh ok now I remember who Chuck is a cross of. He is a cross of Zack Braff in Scrubs and that guy in The Office the American Version. However, had a new epiphany when my other cousins came along when I was watching Chuck. He said,' Eh isn't that ....something something Levi' I said I think so. He said,' Hey he looks different'. Different from what? Then he said 'Isn't he in the Less Than Perfect?' I was like, QUE? hehehe saja use the word. Yeah QUE?
Which one? I don't remember him there. Said he's the one that's a bit high class wears a suit.. hmmmm he could be but I can't recall. Will have to wait for the next Less Than Perfect on Astro to check if its him..

All these actors and actress in different shows ... hahah makin steady lah tu sudah. Even that guy on Grounded for Life. The boyfriend.. has his own show on Reaper... Definitely makin steady!

I have got to stop watching TV... aaaa I gotta get out more... Heal baby heal! :P

Time to shop for cosmetics ladies

2007-11-03T13:49:00.000+08:00

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Mode of Transport....

2007-11-03T13:12:00.000+08:00

Alhamdullilah I have company at home today. hahaha My lil cousin is sick and his parents sent em over here to babysit. Hahaha I end up flipping channels with him from Aznil Tom Tom Bak - Urgh! to Animal Planet which was interesting to Chef at Home on AFC - cut your hair! Aya! to Travel and Living about hmmm what was it about... About a aaa I forgot what it was about... Some form of dance in latin America, it was like a slow version of breakdown plus untouchable kung fu. My lil cuz and I was trying to imitate the unfamiliar names which we were not able to pronounce hahaha. He end up doing his own version of that dance. oh goodness what's it called. We were even debating how its pronounced. Can't believe I forgot the name.

Anyways, watching animal planet was interesting. It was in about Police in New York with animals. One was the police on horses. Was telling my lil cuz how interesting if we have Police on Horses roaming around Bandar and Gadong.. Hahaha would be cool makes a tourist attraction. Then we saw the part when they're shift was up they had to put the horses in the van to send to their stalls (??) not sure what you call that. Then the NY police had to unsaddle, brush and clean the horses and then put them in their own stalls. Told my lil cuz, said wow that's a lot of work, better use a car, easy park and then switch off and go. Kids being kids, out of the blue my lil ciz said horses are better. I said, why? Nya, " Inda payah bali minyak" Hahaha kids do say the darnest things! I said good point! hahahaha

Finally, watched Heroes last night epi 6 aaaaaaaa I want more... Claire and West why did you guy do such an awful act? Aaaaaaa Parkman was not in this episode. Hiro why? you changed the course of time. What will happen next? and Peter please Nicky is back. Dump the girl and leave her there in Montreal... hehehe. Watched E News couple of days ago and they were hinting some connections between the character I kind forgot what was the link. West apparently is the next best guy on the block, maybe after Zack Efron!

I never thought I'd be addicted to Ugly Betty but hey being on leave might as well watch it. After Epi 10 on astro I got hooked. Good thing for my cousin who had the whole series I gave in to a marathon. The funny thing about Ugly Betty is although it can be for above 18 still think its clean. But the TWIST! That's thing that keeps you going are the TWISTs in each show. They just keep em coming. Everytime someone comes into my room, they always ask okay what have I missed and in one episode alone I can tell a book! Ayaya ya drama drama drama. Was debating with my friend whether Henry looks cute. She finds him kinda geeky, stiff and robotish hehehe.. and maybe lanky too.. Hey I thought you like tall and lanky guy? Said think his smile is cute and he does have some similarities to Clark Kent just with no powers. hahaha Oh by the way, Charlie is the girl from Heroes, the girl that had reading abilities but died in one episode. Hiro fell in love with her. I thought I saw her on friends too last night. The mum of the child that Chandler and Monica wanted to adopt. Then again she could be a different person cos she was blonde in Friends. If it was the same person, she's better off red headed! Thumbs up!

Will watch the latest Chuck after this! That girl has the cutest smile. Think Chuck is a cross between Zack Braff in Scrubs.. and hmmm who ah... am picturing someone but just can't recall. Yikes.

I know I watch too much TV. Please anyone is you can tell me the name of the dance of that Latin dance - break dance plus untouchable kung fu version... It cannot be Bolero.

Oh watching Ugly Betty helps me pick up a bit of Latin? I like it when they said Que? for what! Que! So when that black eyed lady in Heroes said Que in epi 6, I could understand it yeah! hahaha and I think Te Quero? Not sure if that is spelt right mean To Love kah? Or Mi Corazon meaning Something to do with My Heart! Hey hahahaha

I just asked my lil cuz what the name is and he said "Mana ku Tau!" Instead he did a version of it LIVE! hahaha

Over and out

Owe to posting...

2007-11-01T19:16:00.000+08:00

Havan't been posting lately... for many reasons. Back and forth hospitals... urgh! But hey much better Shukur Alhamdullilah. Ever since I came back from the 'Paris' hahahaha as usual got nothing much to do but good thing for the latest shows available. By the way, just in case you all are wondering how come I have gone to 'Paris' so soon and just to go for treatments hahaha I find saying Ripas reminds me of my trips there so to make it lighter I'd prefer saying I went to 'Paris'. Hey all letters used are the same. hehehe

Anyways, back to my episodes watching before I get back to work. Yikes, I missed so much.. a week or so kali. As my friend had trouble with her internet and so she calls it 'Internet Withdrawal Syndrome'. Sanggup ke cafe eventhough puasa enam hehehe I had the similar issues though not so much of the Withdrawals but rather could not connect when I was in Paris. If only my bed was right in the corner I could've probably connected hahaha.

Yeah! am back in business caught up with my latest Gossip Girl! Yeah... For some reason I watched 2 episodes today about the rich gone poor but keeping up with the status. One was Gossip Girl epi 5 kah 6 tadi I watched and Ugly Betty Season 1. Okay okay am on reruns dah.

Also watched journeyman epi 5 which my hubby just realised I forgot to download epi 4 so we kinda skipped a beat hahaha. It's okay good thing each episode is not linked. Still can understand. One thing saja about journeyman atu.. At times I can't seem to make out the words he is saying... does he mumble or is the volume on the down low.

Heroes oh come on! Just gets you asking so many questions? Jahatkah bapa c parkman? Until now I keep asking why is Peter Petrilli with that girl! hehehe No am serious! I much prefer him with Nicky. Why is Peter with in Ireland. after 5th episode still we don't know. Oh by the way Ando is getting cuter whilst Hiro is oh well Hiro! hehehe And Why is the Japanese Hero a caucasian? Takenzi kah namanya? And what is his connection with The Cheerleader who grows herself back? And when is the dating scene between her and West coming up again? All these questions and actually so much more which makes Heroes S2 best show ever by far! Who is doing all the killing of parents in this show. Ok stop asking question. Keep watchin folks cos I know I am.

How met your mother s3 is a disappointment I dare not download that one. I don't mind waiting for someone to barter trade with me. I got Ugly Better 2nd Season but not watched yet. Oh oh before I forget I better tell my friend, I did watch Samantha Who sudah It's just that I haven't blogged about it.

Samantha Who? You're asking? Even I don't know well its about this girl who got hit I think in an accident and lost her memory. Apparently she's suppose to be nasty and a cheater before she lost her memory so she's trying to find herself. Although played by Christina Applegate.... I am so sad. I think that girl has potentials but was bit disappointed. For some odd reason I seem to recall her always playing a ditsy girl. She was ditsy in this episode of Samantha Who? She was ditsy in that movie with Phoebe from friends and she was the ditsy sister of Racheal in friends. Sayang... maybe she should play a role in Grey's Anatomy and become a Doctor and get her credibility back. Cmon girl you can do better than that.

More to watch... I can't wait ... hey is today thursday? Gossip girl must be out dah... better check it out! Ayaya drama drama drama... X O X O

Vote For Us at Bahapa Kitani

2007-11-01T14:37:00.000+08:00

and the raya goes on...so does the weddin!

2007-10-21T08:13:00.000+08:00

Hahaha so many open houses to attend yet I only managed very few hehehe yet its good to be out and about! Still waiting for journeyman to download.. hmmm cmon.. so can watch!

Kiddo! tomorrow's Monday! Cmon monday! Heroes epi 6 Cmon! Yeah

Hahaha was thinking of going for raya today then everyone was saying ok tu after orang kawin. What? Ada orang kawin kah sudah? Wow! Time does fly so quickly and before you know it, it's Raya Adha! Then the new year! Yikes! looking forward to it..

Cool crocs stickies. Thanks for the info Kiddo on Bahapa Kitani! Wanna get for the little kiddies. Ariatu ada di Supa Save but only Spidey...

Want more....hehe more shows

2007-10-20T13:21:00.000+08:00

As usual been watching more shows... my hubster really like journeyman.. suruh download atu... lupa ku... woops.. Watched the latest heroes... For some reason within a week I been seeing Parkman on other shows. First on monk and 2nd he was also on Alias. Maybe dulu inda recognise ia. See you need one show to get you to stardom. I guess for him.. its Heroes... Hmmm wonder what's his real name! Dang... takut ku.. I feel sorry for the little girl staying with em.. although when looking at 2 men Parkman and Suresh taking care of a lil girl does look... hmmm dodgy inda jua.. lain saja... and the girl I noticed always does this 'Run, Jump and Hug' thing! Hahaha Can't wait for next monday! Cmon! Who and why is Parkman's dad the jahat one! Why? His son is such a nice guy! and What have the 12 in the photo done in the past? What group were they in? aaaaa all this questions! I wanna know ...

I owe this post to my lil friend... I owe her a lot like a turkey sandwich too.. Sorry lil one that one I really cannot do anymore. Even I missed it :( Boring... Anyways, she asked me to watch Bionic Woman.. She fell asleep. asked me whether she should watch it again..hahaha hmmmm Think I'd watch Journeyman again than that one. Hmmm not much of a G.I Jane kinda thing... then again if nothing else to watch might as well. Watched Reaper for 3rd time .. finally concentrating.. siuk jua for fun.. but overall oklah.

Not forgetting Gossip Girl XOXO again so addicted! hahaha watched Episode 5. Aaaaa next week... cmon Wednesday come sooner. Apart from the inevitable you know what's gonna happen to the 2 love birds... Serena and Dan, the juice is Blair and Jenny. That Truth and Dare Session - Ouch! Nasty! Apart from that indulging on their sleep over! Classy! And not forgetting awe cmon Daddy Humfrey and Mummy Serena.. We know you're eventually gonna get close! Waiting for the when. Would be good if they were a family least there's a responsible dad for all of em. But bad idea for the 2 lovebirds! Yikes... I think we know where this is going! Although missing in this episode .. hey where are the guys! Nate??? where are you... hahahaha

Still tops my list ... Heroes 1st, Gossip Girl missed by a point. I'll go for Ghost Whisperer... uncomparable to the rest.. I find it so entah ahh... tickles my curiosity with ghostly things and the world beyond what we can see... and I am not a big horror fan! And then maybe Chuck comes after that. A helpless guy suddenly become a spy with big brains... hmmm.. what else can you ask for.. hehehe

Blog or not to blog..

2007-10-17T16:42:00.000+08:00

Finally Am Home... Home is definitely where the heart is... Just feels so good to be home.
First and foremost, Selamat Hari Raya to all. Maaf Zahir Dan Batin Minal Wal Fa Izin. Wonder what the last one means? Anyone?

Was really and not really looking forward to raya for many conflicting reasons. hehehe End up not celebrating at all but its okay. For the most part of it am just happy to be well and home

On the day of raya I woke up at 5am with severe pain.. Went to the bathroom many times. I thought was gonna be okay. Soon after the family came back from raya I was really severely in pain. One that wouldn't go away... and that was it! first day of raya admitted in the hospital for 3 and half days. Just got back yesterday. Yeah! I never thought it would happen to me but it did.

Nevertheless, with all this happening to me.. am so grateful for my family and esp my hubby! I love him for being there for me. I couldn'y walk nor go to toilet, my hands was numb with iv drips. Yes both hands.. and thanks to the nurse for taking care of me. For once in my life I felt really helpless. I simply cannot take care of me and that scared me. So used to being independent..

Am so grateful I am recovering well. 95% here. The antibiotics is really making me puke..hehehe

Here's me yeah.. my last antibiotics shot..I was surprised with all the new medical tech equipment. One of em is this. I been complaining how much it hurts being given antibiotics through the iv... This way it alleviates the pain. Can still feel the sting but not so bad. the 25mins was the longest hehehe.

Glad to be home.. watched Reaper, Journeyman and finally Ghost Whisperer S3 today. My hubby liked Journeyman cos he knows the guy from Rome. I didn't quite get it at first. Was a bit lost for the first part of it. Then it got better towards the end. Watch it! Although they could've picked a cuter guy... cam he looks rough wah and blond.. bosan jua tu..

Reaper oklah had to watch it 2wice. Was not concentrating. Think about the parents selling his son's soul to the devil. Guy from that tv series.. apa tu namanya... Oh saw parkman on Monk today. Ghost Whisperer was cool.. watched 2 episodes.. am curious about the other worlds... just have to watch it during the day.. hehehee

2007-10-12T13:12:00.000+08:00

As with our title Antamsaja... Sian wah.. been awhile since we've updated this blog. Thought better to revive it. Sayang jua since ada so might as well.. Its just about whatever we find interesting and share will ya'll Bruneians and others who have been searching through this blog.. Hehe

An interesting read about the supposedly 'Fake Hogwart' in India. JK Rowling is apparently sueing them for this. Hmmm tercari ia.. hehe

Was going through the rounds of random blogs to read... clicked on Brunei Team Take 5 - like the logo! Weeehaayy very kungfu stylo.. very cool. Didn't really read all. I just scrolled down.

Hey, guess what I found, Cuboi did a recycling sketch! hehehe Bah Cuboi registertah your blog to support Blog Action Day.. hehehe saja.

Makin banyak ampau packets kana bagi.... I usually have leftovers. I know some people payah payah kan dapatkan ampau packets and sometimes I wish there's a radar for those who don't have let me give some to you. The same goes for yearly diaries and calendars. Maybe we should a have one point in Bandar where we can drop stuff to give to people who needs it the most. So people can just take.. okay wouldn't say sampah points but hmm entah ih inda tau apa.. anyways whatever.

Yea.. Raya is on Saturday

2007-10-12T07:35:00.000+08:00

Believe that the majority of us wanted Raya to be on Saturday. Yea shukur we all got our wish. Moreover, who'd wanna miss one more day of Ramadhan especially on a friday. Hmmm I feel so sad. I didn't get to fast as much as I wanted due to complications. I do however remember what a dear friend of mine sad, things happens for a reason and insyallah Allah have something better for those he give challenges too. Amin.

Continued on with watching more TV Series. Gossip Girl! X O X O! I really like that part! Kiddo! Wink* Wink* saw that on your raya card. Watched the 3rd episode last night.. yeah ha getting juicer and tougher. Man Upper East side teenagers have a tough time and pressure of family lives. Also the pressure of getting to the best schools in the U.S. Am lucky am not like that as much as my parents insist I go to a good boarding school and a good Uni. Good thing we don't have that kinda of tradition to get to the best school. Then again my experience was a long time ago, not sure how the process is nowadays. Must be tougher as competition is tight. The moral of the episode was about forgiveness - it was really tough. Hey Forgiveness is not easy to say or even do or most of all to forget but in order to move on in this life we have to forgive. Hari Raya is coming up and what a better time to forgive.

Another one I watched was Alien in America. Not sure what to make of this series, part racist but part tryin to understand other cultures and religion. Still it was weird watching it. I do however like the part when the boy followed his new friend praying facing Makkah. Cali! In a way good jua ia ngajar then again... hmm have to see lah Just don't like kalau drg main main kan atu. That guy looks familiar. I think he's from Nick kali...hmm

Oh with the spirit of raya, with thousands of tin cans around don't forget to support the Blog Action Day. Let's all help the environment in our own little ways by recycling. :P 2 more days to go to October 15th which is Blog Action Day.

On October 15th, bloggers around the web will unite to put a single important issue on everyone’s mind - the environment. Every blogger will post about the environment in their own way and relating to their own topic. Our aim is to get everyone talking towards a better future.

More to watch .. more to read

2007-10-11T13:45:00.000+08:00

Think I should start a new ritual... Watch Gossip Girl before I go to work! Hahaha It's getting juicer baru 2nd episode. I wonder how much juicer it can get if the first few episode is already a racket...

Heroes epi 3 aaaaaaa i can't wait for the next one. Lovin' it... So wish my hubby can fly like the guy (West) who picked up Claire and flew over the world way cool. This way, we don't need to apply for leave and save money on airflight tickets especially the fuel charges hehehe *Sigh* Still dreaming... about the flying thing...hehe

Ok I still owe myself Ghost Whisperer 3 and Aliens in America. Haven't seen yet. I look forward to Chuck! My hubby calls it 'mana chuck chuck chuck' hahaha

Moving on am trying something new - book reviews. Please give me some love if you like more book reviews:

Where To Go When (Eyewitness Travel Guides) (Eyewitness Travel Guides) by Joseph Rosendo

Editorial Review:
Thirty destinations are presented for each month, with 11 covered in depth. Tuscany, Italy, is recommended for October, when the grape and olive harvests take place, and when porcini mushrooms, prized truffles and other specialties appear on regional menus. The listing includes a six-day itinerary on the "Chianti Trail," from Florence to Siena. --USAToday.com

Where To Go When (Eyewitness Travel Guides) (Eyewitness Travel Guides) combines informative narrative and gorgeous photography to bring over 130 global destinations to life. Six different holiday themes - Natural World, Unforgettable Journeys, Family Getaways, Luxury and Romance, Activity Breaks and Festivals and Culture - ensure that there is something for everyone. This beautiful book gets to the heart of the world's most enticing travel destinations.

"Travel the world's most spectacular places and the best time to visit them. Written by a team of experts, the book combines informative and inspirational narrative with truly sumptuous photography to bring over 130 global destinations to life. Six different holiday themes - Natural World, Unforgettable Journeys, Family Getaways, Luxury & Romance, Activity Breaks and Festivals & Culture - ensure that there is something for everybody. Explore the Great Barrier Reef, cruise the Galapagos Islands or marvel at the mighty Victoria Falls. Enjoy the Galway Oyster Festival or the fiery extravaganza of Las Fallas, Valencia. If you want something more challenging, consider hiking the mule tracks of the Cinque Terre or heliskiing in Whistler. Maybe it's a simple beach paradise you're after - "Travel: Where to go When" helps you choose between the crystalline waters of Croatia and the palm-fringed, white sandy beaches of Malaysia. With a simple month-by-month format, "Travel: Where to go When" makes finding that ideal getaway easier than ever.Search by time of year, type of holiday, or simply flick through the pages and be inspired. Take an inspiring tour of the world with "Travel: Where to go When."

A lot of watching...

2007-10-10T19:52:00.000+08:00

Thanks to my dear friend...for some of the new series playing on NBC and others. Here's something to share with ya'll

1. Chuck - At first I didn't get it. Then come to realise its action thriller meets tv series comedy meets some normal guy named Chuck who happened to have the SKILLS or more like secrets after a long lost friend sent him emails of top secret stuff. Still confused cos the CIA and FBI involved. Dig the chick - cute teeth by the way. Watch it!

2. Gossip Girl - Definitely a girly watch set in New York. Upper Class New Yorker teenagers - school issues, mea girls issues, the usual. Not a fan of the girl from the travelling pants more. I like the bad girl better Miss Blair. As I was watching this, I've come to realise the gossip girl is not any of them. Its someone else... hmmm that's the mystery I guess. Not for a guy to watch. Just for fun I don't mind watching just to find out why this gossip girl takes an interest.

3. How I met your mother S3 - For a start the 1st episode was a downer. Think the script writer is losing his/her touch. Not as funny as the 1st and 2nd one. Robin's not as pretty as the 1st and 2nd episode. Now that Ted and her not together its getting bit too boring. Thanks to his friends around otherwise I'd say its a flop start. Barney's not his usual self and if he is It's not as fun anymore. Even he is losing his Wait for it! Wait for it!... Nah! I'd still watch just to see if it gets any better. Pray that it does. Maybe a new sexy lady for Ted. Please! Chuck Robin - she's selfish and has a bad hair do.

4. Heroes S2 - Stronger as ever..Bring it on! You wish it plays every day or maybe every other day.

5. Big Bang Theory - A aaaaaaa don't show this one again. please... Beauty and the Geek went series... aaaaa.. i just don't find it funny... too geeky.. sorry I highly respect nerds and geeks but this one just made them look bad.
Think it will follow suit of Joey's success.

6. Ghost Whisperer S3 - Have yet to see it ... Soon just trying to find the right timing.. Hopefully I'll get to watch it tonight!

That'll be all till me next update on me watchlist.

South East Asia put on the Map..

2007-10-07T11:10:00.000+08:00

Can't help but noticed South East Asia is put on the map while watching E! past few days.

1. Beyonce and Malaysia - Cancelled

2. Beyonce and Indonesia - Still on. Let Beyonce wear what she wanna wear

3. Desperate Housewives and Philippines - I wanna go check out the petition

What to do with your cassette tapes?

2007-05-11T12:30:00.000+08:00

Child of the 80's - hear ye hear ye!hehe Do you have many cassettes tapes lying around you don't use anymore? Don't want to hoard no more? Here's a few suggestions by BBC News Magazine on what to do with your them hehe

1.TAPE TO DIGITAL
"It's relatively easy to hook them up to a computer to convert the tracks to MP3s," says Tom Dunmore, editor-in-chief of Stuff magazine.

"The sound quality isn't going to be amazing but it never was with tapes. The problem doing that is you will have to enter the artists and track information, which can be very laborious."

Most PCs have a line input to connect a hi-fi to a computer, he says, and there is cheap or free software available online which allow users to convert into any format.

"As a child of the 80s, it's a sad day," says Mr Dunmore. "There was that mix phenomenon. In the days of playlists and libraries of tens of thousands of songs, the art of the mix tape has gone. Yet it's synonymous with your first relationship and making tapes for girls."

2. RECYCLING BIN
A cassette tape has many parts, including the plastic casing, the inlay card, the recording tape and sometimes steel screws and springs. Local authorities do not have the capability or infrastructure to break down the tapes, so any sent to the council will end up in landfill.

The tape provides the recycling problem. Specialist firms such as the Recycling People can arrange for audio tapes to be broken down, but they currently charge because the recording tape cannot be recycled - it has to go to landfill and that comes at a cost.

The firm's owner, Roger Dennett, says the plastic casing is what's called "high impact" polystyrene, which is recycled as coat hangers and retail displays. The cardboard is easily recycled and the steel screws can be re-used as scrap.

"The problem is the recording tape, which has no use or value. We are looking at using it as part of a sustainable energy project in the future."

Myles Pilkington, of recycling company Sims Group, says the main problem with recycling is the cost of collecting and moving the tapes to a processing site. "Tapes are mostly plastic, filled with air and are subsequently lightweight and bulky." The recovery of plastics from CDs and DVDs is more common because this plastic is of a higher value than polystyrene. But he says it may not be too long before there are kerbside plastic recycling bins or "tape banks" where audio cassettes can be deposited.

3. FLOG THEM
Fans of a certain internet auction site often claim you can flog just about anything if the price is right... cassette tapes included. The price, however, is unlikely to have music industry executives clamouring for a share of lost royalties.

Take one current auction, of 14 TDK and Sony cassettes. "Some have missing inlay cards but the tapes themselves are in great condition, they have only been recorded on once," runs the vendor's spiel. Despite a modest starting price of £1, the offer has so far attracted precisely zero bids.

Alternatively, some second-hand record shops still accept cassettes. Proper albums only, though, not mix tapes.

4. PRESS PLAY
For those who still own a cassette player, there's no need to do anything. But it might be wise to start making digital versions before the machine or the tapes start to shuffle off this mortal coil.

A more expensive option than converting the most-cherished mix tapes and albums is to buy the songs online or on CD. That way the sound quality is significantly enhanced.

5. SCARE BIRDS
A tip among gardeners is to stretch the tape between posts to scare birds away.
The whistling wind and the reflecting sunlight apparently startle the birds and keep them away from a vegetable plot.

Given it wouldn't make for the prettiest of sights, perhaps this is one feature the Ground Force team wouldn't recommend.

6. MAKE BELT BUCKLES
Vintage clothing designer Chandra Sweet, based in Seattle in the US, uses blank audio cassettes to accessorise belts which she sells online or at craft fairs.

"I was very surprised at how popular the buckles are," she says. "They sell pretty well, as do the luggage tags, which are made from the J-cards of the cassette. It's amazing how happy people react to seeing them. When people in their late 20s and early 30s see them, they freak out. I always hear how they had this exact cassette when they were 14. They get a good laugh out of the buckles."

7. MAKE WALLETS
Another designer, Marcella Foschi, breaks cassette tapes and joins them back together using zippers to make a wallet. Her crafts made their debut at the Tokyo Designboom 2006 Mart.

8. FREE TO GOOD HOME
Let others enjoy the music you no longer listen to. Websites like freecycle.org provide a network of people giving and receiving goods, for free. Or take the tapes to your local charity shop.

9. BUNDLE PAPER
The tape can act as twine to bundle up newspapers - and it's reusable. It could also be used as ribbon when gift-wrapping - strangely apt, if the parcel contains an MP3 player. Who knows, it may even go curly when scraped with scissors, just like bought gift-wrap ribbon.

10. CHILD'S TOY
Children seem to magically acquire an extra dexterity in their fingers to be able to pull the tape out of cassettes. This might have been a trauma for parents 20 years ago, when toddlers destroyed their favourite mix tape or the latest chart countdown. But now they can keep a watchful eye as their little darling remains amused for hours.

Help to build a Masjid in Canterbury, Kent, UK

2007-05-06T11:23:00.000+08:00

About Canterbury Muslim Cultural Centre (CMCC) Situation:

Been trying to build a Masjid since 1982 when first application was submitted to City Council
Up until March 2004, five applications have been rejected
Alhamdullilah, with perseverance & hard work, application was approved in November 2004
In 1997, bought a house for GBP165,000 raised from donations since 1982
Since then, have spend over GBP 30,000 in extension and renovation works
They have small Muslim community of over 70 families and 250 University students
Premises too small to accomodate the Jum'ah congregation and hence need to raise more money to build a two-storey extension
Cost of this work will be GBP 150,000
To date, have received GBP 70,000 and received a pledge of GBP 30,000 as interest-free loan and still in need of GBP50,000 for the work to begin

If anyone wants to donate, they can:

(1) By Cheque:
To those who are generous and want to donate GBP100 for 1sq feet, please could you send a cheque (NO CASH please!) payable to:

CANTERBURY MUSLIM CULTURAL CENTRE

and send it to their Brunei Reperesentative's address:

MAY ARIFFIN
27 CAMBRIDGE WAY
CANTERBURY
KENT CT1 3QJ
UNITED KINGDOM

Insya Allah, she will send the cheque personally to the CMCC treasurer and will get the receipt for you (pls write your name and address at the back)

(2) To those in UK:
Can deposit your donation directly to the CMCC bank account:

Account name: CMCC
Bank: Lloyds TSB
Sort code: 30-91-60
A/c no: 03979460
Bank address: LLoyds TSB, 49 High Street, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2SE, UK

(3) To those in Brunei:
Alhamdulillah, so far they have received many emails from Brunei asking how to donate from Brunei. For those who wants to donate, they can deposit the amount at the Brunei Rep's account (which she will be using for now as the unofficial tabung derma)

Please email for bank details to: Hajah May Ariffin at mimimalil@hotmail.com
What she will do:

Email your address and amount, Insya Allah she will send the receipt (if you require one)
Withdraw your donation from there every FRIDAY

(4) For those with HSBC UK account:
And want to donate at the comfort of your own house/office/room to Brunei Rep's HSBC UK Account, please email: Hajah May Ariffin at mimimalil@hotmail.com

(5) Pay through PayPal
Email Address: mimimalil@hotmail.com

For any other enquiry, please contact: CMCC at cmcc.canterbury@gmail.com or Hajah May Ariffin at mimimalil@hotmail.com

Other Info from Brunei Rep's:

Alhamdulillah, to date, the amount collected (through Hjh May Ariffin) is B$4,300
Mudah2an hajat orang Islam di Canterbury mendirikan masjid tercapai
Dan mudah2an Allah Taala jua membalas abiskita dan keluarga for your kind heart and help

A lil something from Bahapa Kitani to share with all :

Allah Ta’ala berfirman, “Perumpamaan (nafkah yang dikeluarkan oleh) orang-orang yang menafkahkan hartanya di jalan Allah adalah serupa dengan sebutir benih yang menumbuhkan tujuh bulir, pada tiap-tiap bulir seratus biji. Allah melipatgandakan (ganjaran) bagi siapa yang Dia kehendaki. Dan Allah maha luas (kurnia-Nya) lagi maha mengetahui”. {Al Baqarah (2) : 261}
Dari Abu Hurairah RA, bahwa sesungguhnya Rasulullah SAW, telah bersabda: “Bila seorang hamba telah meninggal, segala amalnya terputus, kecuali tiga hal : amal jariyah, ilmu yang bermanfaat atau anak salih yang mendo’akannya” (HR. Bukhari, dalam Adabul Mufrad)
Antara Sadaqah Jariah di mana kebaikannya tidak berakhir ialah melibatkan diri dalam pembangunan masjid
Among Al Sadiqat Al Jariah where the actions outlives you is participating in the building of a masjid

Who Teaches & Who Learns?

2007-02-27T22:40:00.000+08:00

Another amazing video made by BorgKingKong. This time, a video dedicated to Pusat Ehsan - a centre for special people. I won't say much, just watch the video. Also, I'll just paste an extract from his post. Hope you don't mind, BorgKingKong. Just want to share your story :)

"I am particularly touched by the stories of these valiant kids, that despite their 'limitations' fight to become what we take for granted: our independence and ability to do things for ourselves. Jafar (you see him in the video) for example is a 17 year old boy who has cerebral palsy and who lost both his parents to a tragic car accident. When he joined the centre, he told the centre his biggest wish was to be able to walk. Asking for some basic materials, he fashioned himself a knee pad so he could walk. Despite his disability and what little he may have compared to us, he still does his part for the centre, insisting he donate $10 of his $200 monthly allowance to help the centre. The courage this boy has in turn, given those who know him, great strength and spirit through his example."

When I read the above, one thing came to mind. A quote which I particularly like everytime I happen to watch the advertisement about the teacher & her students on Astro TV. In her line of work, she of course educates the kids but at the same time, she found out that she actually learns from them too. From there, she questions herself:

"Who teaches and who learns?"

I believe we all can learn from one another, even from a baby - how they never give up when learning new stuff such as when learning to stand. They try and try, never giving up even after landing hard on their tiny cute bottoms many times. That's my belief anyways.

Please support, in anywhere you can, Pusat Ehsan and other organizations such as Pusat Bahagia, SMARTER to name a few. Surely it would not only bring a smile to their faces but yours too!

The Morning of the Final Day of National Day Rehearsals

2007-02-21T22:25:00.000+08:00

Must Have... NOT!

2007-02-21T22:02:00.000+08:00

The downtown bag below by LV is included as one of the top 40 new season bags - a must have apparently according to handbag.com. Guess how much it costs?????

(Photo Credit: here)

800 pounds!! Crazy or what??! I really wonder if anyone will actually buy it hehe C'mon, I can get a cheaper and affordable look-a-like if I want to.. (without the LV chop, of course hehe)

Starting prices is $4.00 but since I friend friend you, can get discount lah! Cheap Cheap only! Anyone interested can just leave a msg or email us hahaa ;p

What a skating robot?

2007-02-13T09:44:00.000+08:00

I been meaning to blog this one like many weeks ago.. as usual... blogging doesn't come naturally to me. Seriously... its like, when am not busy.. my bad folks!.. Anyways... I thought this one is cool.. i keep playing the video.. cali and the music can be merry.

Check it out Here

Hey Spidey... u should get this and add to your comic and collections..cool kali ah!

Get A Mac Ads

2007-02-12T20:13:00.000+08:00

So far there's 3 kinds of "Get A Mac" adverts to suit the culture in each country. Which do you prefer? If there should be a "Get A Mac" advert for Brunei, who do you think will be "Mac" and "PC"?? hehehe Kudil?? Liau Badar??

Click on the images below to watch the TV ads for US, UK and Japan respectively.

Blogging Nicknames

2007-02-08T06:28:00.000+08:00

haha was blog hopping and I came across this website - marvel-less-talk.blogspot.com. A local blogger who takes photos of his comic figures collection and makes it into a comic strip. Click on the above to check out his work; it's creative & funny! I found his latest work especially funny.. i quote:

"how did u come up with your blogging nickname?"

haha.. ctautau, how did WE come up with OURS?? hehhe ;)

Color Your Shuffle

2007-02-01T19:55:00.000+08:00

Yayyyy! Shuffles now has more exciting colors to offer than the dull grey! It looks way awesome.. lawa ehhh! Makes me want to buy one straightaway! Haha..

c tautau, maybe you'll be offered this in March nanti?? ;) Cool tu eh! All photos taken from here.

2007 and the pink stuff keeps spreading!

2007-01-31T15:47:00.000+08:00

Dualit Pink Toaster

Way cool, a very classic style and moreover fits 2 pieces of toast! Thumbs up!

Mercedes Kids Version - from Nieman Marcus

Pink is the Barbie colour little girls - moreover a driving a merc at this age! Pimp My Ride!

Hello Kitty Coffee Maker

Yeah I know, not totally pink but hey hello kitty is! and its a coffee maker some more!
Way cute!

Colors & Music

2007-01-27T13:20:00.000+08:00

Haha, good one on the last post c tau tau ;) it was definitely fun fun fun hahaha

While we're on the subject of reminiscing the good times on that roadtrip, let us not forget the other thing we did to fill our time haha which wasssssss....

... thinking of colors associated with name of bands or singers haha Here's our list so far (ones on the left are the colors and the ones on the right are the name of the bands/singers)..

1. Pink - Female Singer "Pink" (this one is easy & obvious)
2. Blue - Male Group "Blue" (this one also bit duh)
3. Purple - c tau tau said "Purple Rain" hahaha but that one is a no-no.. We need names of bands or singers; not songs. Sorry c tau tau hehehe
4. Red - Code Red
5. Green - Green Day
6. Black - Black Eyed Peas
7. White - The White Stripes (Yes, I know the font color's not white :P)
8. Brown - Brown Boy

Was that all c tau tau? BTW (hehe), we definitely used our old noggin again this time; no help whatsoever from the internet hehe

Go on & challenge us! :)

Westlife - Flying without wings

2007-01-26T16:12:00.000+08:00

Okay.. as you all know.. whenever we as in me c tau tau and c tau gaban get bored we always go somewhere, do something, no serious.. whatever it is... hahah joking... yeah or sing to the top of our lungs to some new or very old or very very very classic songs..

Here's one of em'. And puhlease no comments. This is the part when we were reminiscing the good old times esp whilst driving back from tutong to bandar.. hahaha

Suspend! Oh by way, ya'll welcome to sing your hearts out with us! hahaha so
Here goes: C tau Gaban! This one's for you..

Everybody's looking for that something
One thing that makes it all complete
You'll find it in the strangest places
Places you never knew it could be
Some find it in the face of their children
Some find it in their lover's eyes
Who can deny the joy it brings
When you've found that special thing
You're flying without wings

Some find it sharing every morning
Some in their solitary nights
You'll find it in the words of others
a simple line can make you laugh or cry
You'll find it in the deepest friendship
The kind you cherish all your lifeand when you know how much that means
You've found that special thing
You're flying without wings

So impossibleas they may seem
You've got to fightfor every dream'cause who's to knowwhich one you let go
would've made you complete
Well, for me it's waking up beside you
To watch the sunrise on your face
To know that I can say I love you

At any given time or place
It's the little things that only I know
Those are the things that make your mind
And it's like flying without wings
'Cause you're my special thing
I'm flying without wings

And you're the place my life begins
and you'll be where it endsI'm flying without wings
And that's the joy you bringI'm flying without wings

An Ipod, Speaker and Toilet Roll!

2007-01-15T14:17:00.000+08:00

An Ipod, Speaker and Toilet Roll!

Hahaha kes menyeluru Steve Jobs when he said in his keynote An Ipod, a Phone and Network Connectivity! An Ipod, a Phone and Network Connectivity! or somethin like that! hahaha

Wouldn't mind having one of this. An Ipod dock, Speaker and toilet roll... hahahaha simpan sudoku toilet roll lagi. Atu ya! THE toilet experience! hahaha

Apple New Toys for 2007

2007-01-10T08:11:00.000+08:00

There was only one thing that caught my eye during the Macworld conference and that is...

(source:here)

The Apple iPhone! Looks pretty cool but for us in Asia, it'll only be released in 2008! For more info on the Apple iPhone, click hereeeee.

(source: here)

There are other new stuff like Apple TV and Airport Extreme but I was actually hoping for maybe a new kind of iPod to be released or maybe a new kind of Mac but so far nada. Hampa eh! Haha..

Zul F Video Debut on MTV Jus

2007-01-09T06:03:00.000+08:00

We mentioned on bahapakitani that Zul F will be making his debut on MTV Jus on New Year 2007. I didn't really get to catch it, but thanks to youtube and pahlawanaku, we share with you his video debut. Presenting Zul F with his song "Dari Mata".. cheng cheng cheng.. hehe Video was produced and done in Brunei showing some of Brunei's famous sights - mostly Empire Hotel & Country Club & Kampong Ayer. Couldn't find his MTV interview; maybe someone will upload it soon. Enjoy the video and congrats to Zul F for his video debut. (Click on his name to listen to some of his other songs too)

BBC Offbeat Pictures 2006

2007-01-03T23:19:00.000+08:00

As I mentioned in the previous post, I was looking through BBC Offbeat Pictures of Year 2006. From there, I just want to share some of my personal favourites from their collection :) Click on the above link for more information on each photo.

(Photos all taken from: BBC)

The wonders of Squeezy Marmite & Toast!

2007-01-03T22:55:00.000+08:00

I was looking throught BBC's Offbeat Photos of the Year 2006 and I discovered something new. Sorry that I'm very lagging behind and I'm So Yesterday haha :P But I found it too interesting to care that I'm "stail lama" udah hehehe

Who would have thought you could create art wonders just from toast and marmite?? But then again, imagination is always the key. Just with imagination, one can do wonders ;) So let your imagination flow.. as demonstrated by illustrator and artist Dermot Flynn. Try to guess who's who on the toasts hehe they're all famous people including Simon Cowell, Baroness Thatcher, Pete Doherty, Victoria Beckham, Gordon Ramsay, Charlotte Church and James Blunt.

(Photo taken from: BBC)

(Photo taken from: Here)

(Photo taken from: BBC)

Think you can do better? Then go grab a squeezy Marmite and a piece of toast, let your creative juices flow, take a photo and upload it here. Who knows you'll be included in the top ten! Make Brunei proud!haha

Jukebox in the Capital

2006-12-21T00:26:00.000+08:00

Something ctautau & myself recently found whilst discovering Brunei hehe We got excited when we saw this pretty little thing (or maybe it was mostly me who got excited haha). C'mon, a jukebox's pretty cool & retro! And the best thing is, you can play this one for free.. but sometimes it doesn't really play the song you choose though haha but hey, it's free what! hehe Where did we find this little treasure? See the photos yourself to find out some clues about the place hehehe ;)

One of Brunei's creative bunches!

2006-12-10T17:32:00.000+08:00

Haha I don't know if i'm ketinggalan but I just found this. It's a video presentation of Brunei students in Brisbane for their BSS Nite 2006 "Got Talent" uploaded by Victoriously. I couldn't stop laughing throughout the video, hahaha I find it really funny. Creative and steady.. hahaha.. Siok liat cartoonnya ah! Ada one scene, one of the band members menari-nari in public near a bus stop.. banyak lagi tu cars melintas time atu hahaha i wonder if durang inda hairan meliat haha so go on & watch.. P2C.. P2C.. We want P2C!hahaha..

DO's and DONT's during/for HAJJ

2006-12-03T11:50:00.000+08:00

DO's

1. Get mentally, physically and spiritually prepared for Hajj
2. Prepare what to bring early and get em ready. Here's some lists to help you.

3. Listen to Travel Agent's advice
4. Pray as much as you can include 5 main prayers, prayer sunat - hajat, jenazah, etc,
5. Read and follow RUKUN, WAJIB and SUNAT Haji. Any RUKUN Haji not done means no Haj. Any WAJIB Haji no done must pay a penalty known as DAM. Sunat Haji adds value but not a must and if not done does not pay DAM.
6. Read Quran a whole lot
7. Doa as much as you can.
8. Talbiah, tasbih, tahmid as much as you can.
9. Remember what you are going for Haji for.
10. SABAR and plenty of em <----- This is KEY to whole thing!
11. Learn anggota wajib for wudhu to help avoid going to toilet too long.
12. Ask God Allah for help so tani inda kat kantut, inda kuat bekamih or going to toilet for the big one. Insyallah to help us be able to pray and avoid going to toilet esp when there is a lot a people during this time.
13. Sedakah if possible put in the ready available boxes in masjid or around town.
14. Ask the Mutawib for help or travel agent if you don't know. Jangan malu betanya
15. Always check leaflets or annoucement usually during meals for any trips organised, any announcements made, any classes arranged. Yes apparently there are classes ulangkaji for people who wants to remember.

DON'Ts

1. Bring too much stuff including food. You will have enough insyallah
2. Shop too much. Apparently that's what people tend to do. Remember what we go for Haj for.
3. Bring too much CASH to masjid. Put money in a safe. If need to bring money to masjid just bring enough to buy food or drinks or sedakah
4. Allocate time to SHOP to avoid bringing too much money
5. Don't overdo on UMRAH. Yes you can but you are here for Haj so preserve energy for the big thing - HAJI
6. As much as orang Brunei kuat bersedakah, Shukur Alhamdulillah, take care when bersedakah to kids or people on the street. Yes kesian but we do need to be careful jua. Just nod and walk away if need to. Some say once you give in the open, you can be bombarded by a lot more. So do take care.
7. Panic when lost. Stay calm and pray to God. Find a place where you think Bruneians will be there.
8. Try to go your own way. Eg if travel agent say we wont be staying over Muzdalifah, then don't go your own way to stay over or else you might be left behind and end up walking all the way to Mina.
9. Carry too much stuff during wukuf. Travel light, you might not know the bus will park very far from the tent. You will need to drag your bag quite a distance. So try to make life easier for you and others.

I know i have more to list but again I am kinda in a hurry so will add more later. Please send in comments or email us and share your experiences or do's and don'ts during or for Haji.

Your contribution is greatly appreciated! Every little helps!

List of things to bring for Haj

2006-12-02T18:27:00.000+08:00

Since Haji Season is coming up soon I might as well list some of the things that might be useful to pack for Haj.

Am definitely not an expert but hey every little helps. You can help too.. just email us to add more..

Upon Departure

1. Haji Passport
2. Hand Carry - Enough Baju for sampai di Madinah.
3. Money Cash or Tekad Haji Account (TAIB)
4. Name bracelet
5. Yellow health book.

What to pack?

1. Best to pack and put in transparent plastics. Best way to travel also!
2. Enough baju for a month's worth so maybe several cara melayu, baju kurung, jubah, baju pakistan, trousers. So basically baju for ke masjid
3. Baju for jalan jalan
4. Baju tidur
5. Toiletries - but not to worry if can buy there.
6. 4 telekung should be enough. Maybe 2 with the Brunei flag stitched.
7. Medications, medicines & vitamins
8. Slippers yang tahan air especially for after berwudhu - selipar jepun. Scholl are comfy tapi style lama pulang but hey comfort comes 1st, fashion last esp in this situation
9. Comfortable shoes good for jalan jalan and also during meluntar & wukuf
10. Tudong, serukup and aurat covers for hand
11. Padlocks and keys
12. Cream kaki for cracked heals
13. Food?? but most people say inda payah you will have enough, some people will bring it and you can always buy food. Barat saja..
14. Socks and plenty of em
15. Underwears including disposable ones.
16. O o heard its a bit chilly this time of year so bring some warm clothes. not too many but enough..
17. White singlets
18. Small hand towels for wudhu inside masjid in your seat.
19. Small folded scissors for tahlul after Saie or after meluntar 1st Jamrah
20. Money belt may be useful.

Masa wukuf di arafah, ke mina for haj or umrah

1. 2 - 3 white baju for women includes jubah, baju kurung, Telekung or anything white for masa waktu Ihram.
2. Disposable undies would be useful
3. Sport shoes or any tough reasonable good shoes for meluntar. Try it before you pack i.e if orang tepijak from any angle during meluntar it wont come off.
4. Men not required. hehehe as you know men only wear 2 white towels during Ihram
5. For men during wukuf - bring 1 - 2 baju cara melayu which can be used after tahlul awal which is after the 1st meluntar jamratul aqabah
6. Proper and tough hand carry which we can drag - who knows you have to walk a long way from the bus to the tent.
7. Toiletries - pack light. bring in small travel containers.
8. Very light towel.
9. Torch lights for ambil batu for meluntar.
10. Small bags to put the batu in
MAIN POINT is to PACK LIGHT - SERIOUSLY!

Alum abis... just begagas.. will add more... hey your contribution will help a lot .. send us some emails or comments. Cheers. Every little helps!

Prince Will & Kate Souvenirs

2006-11-30T17:18:00.000+08:00

Can't help not to blog this. Was asking c tau gaban "Ih banarkan c will kan kawin?" Then she asked me the same question. " Banarkan tu?"

Then after debating for awhile c tau gaban said they even have the souvenirs already. I said "What! for realz?"

And to prove it. C tau gaban sent me this! Steady kawan ku sorang ani! Here's the mugs and plates from woolworth apparently. Atu laju! hahaha

Banarkan ni?

ISB West Side Story - The Pictures & Videos

2006-11-26T23:33:00.000+08:00

Went to see ISB West Side Story. For those of you who missed it or want to re-live some moments from the show, here are some videos & photos from the production:

Musim Haji is coming Up

2006-11-22T06:41:00.000+08:00

For those yang kan naik Haji, here's a clip to practise Tawaf dengan betul. Very interesting to know.

Brunei Public Bus Transport Network

2006-11-16T21:45:00.001+08:00

One day, ctautau & ctaugaban were walking around Brunei looking for new adventures.

They passed a printing company and saw a route map for a public transport system. Maybe it was the London Underground network route map but not sure.

ctautau then said "we should have one for the bus network here in Brunei and post it at antamsaja blog!"

ctaugaban replied " we do have one!"

..and off ctaugaban zoom for the next mission: find the bus network route map for Brunei!

Two days later, mission accomplished!YES!hehe

So for you adventurous people out there, why not give the purple buses a try? You can use the bus route map below, hehe! Bus fares start from $1 so go on & hop on!hehe Enjoy people!

(taken from Explore Brunei Handbook)

Barbie Car Frenzy!

2006-11-16T19:46:00.000+08:00

Ariatu baru jua ada Beetle Barbie.. Now its a Nissan Barbie.. haha..

Would people really buy into this barbie thing? Hmmm maybe one day they'll make cars with superhero themes..

Mercury Transit of the Sun (November 8th 2006)

2006-11-14T09:59:00.000+08:00

This is a video i found of the Mercury Transit recently. Look how small Mercury is compared to the Sun! WOW, fascinating! Enjoy the short video.

Not Your Normal Toilet Signs!

2006-11-10T20:42:00.000+08:00

Another post about toilets???? What is it about us & toilets?? hahah. It's all pure coincidence that we came across few stuff relating to toilets lately! heheh. Enjoy the creativity though!

Addicted to Sudoku ?!?

2006-11-01T14:04:00.000+08:00

For serious Sudoku players only! hahahah boring boring di jamban baiktah increase brain activities.. Boleee... Maybe one should make word puzzles on toilet rolls. hahaha

Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Travel Collection

2006-10-30T16:35:00.000+08:00

Unsure what to post.. I think I have but forgotten so I'll put this up dulu. Found this last week kah or few weeks ago.. I know I have something to post but forgotten.. dang what was it!

Tenacious D - Tribute

2006-10-24T08:50:00.000+08:00

Zakat Harta

2006-10-23T07:50:00.000+08:00

Hi All

Tomorrow will be Hari Raya as festive day for us Muslims around the world. A time of joy and happiness for some but usually for all especially the poor. We at Bahapa Kitani we're all about helping others. Right kiddo! Bukan kan puji diri but rather sharing. That's why we have this blog in the 1st place is to share with all what good things we can do di Negara Brunei Darussalam. We share information, we share songs, we share photos, and we're happy that we made friends along the way. Maybe not close friends - internet friends. The likes of kellz, cuboi, bebehsan, gferro, 04, puzian and many more.

Been contemplating on what to post for Hari Raya. Don't wanna post on the typical Hari Raya stories but other things that may concern us all - since we are in the topic of sharing. hehehe Thanks to our reader 'puzian' for reminding us about Zakat. Zakat ada 2. Zakat Fitrah and Zakat Harta. The former is ubiquitous. Everyone and anyone knows this but the latter is a bit of a not so obvious but very important indeed. This I learnt a couple of years ago after started working and making my own money.

Zakat Harta is compulsory for all Muslims with a minimum sum of money. It is as strict as us having to do puasa and Sembahyang - which I didnt know before. Well I should from ugama school but leaving ugama school for so long all you know is what you practise and that is sembahyang 5 waktu and zakat. Nevertheless we forget the 5 pillars of Islam.

Membaca 2 kalimah Shayadah
Sembahyang 5 waktu
Membayar Zakat
Berpuasa di bulan Ramadhan
Naik Haji (if Mampu)

I am definitely not an expert and who am I to say about this. However would like to share with all of those who were as blind as me so we can all know. 1st time I paid my Zakat was difficult cos it can be a lot for some especially knowing how hard you earned it. You can criticise me all you want but this is true but over the years you become wiser and learn new things. That thing I learnt is that, that money does not belong to you. God Allah gave to you and God says we should give Zakat and that the money we have is for us to manage wisely. So when now when you pay your Zakat, that money is God's money and I only learnt this year that if you don't pay Zakat for all those years you need to Qadha' just like you Qadha for puasa and sembahyang. Again I only knew this year after talking to the Amil.

One thing also is that when you do pay your Zakat at the religious department, you will get to meet many people of different background than yourself. When you hear their cries asking for Zakat you know you have done something good to help them. Seriously just go there especially during pembayaran Zakat to them. It is heart wrenching.. especially when you hear innocent childrens talking freely. Cam nya, 'Bah mama tani bole membali ah kalau mama dapat duit'. I've heard some ask for Zakat cos they dont even have money to buy for clothes.

We think orang Brunei kaya.. we hardly see the other side. The serious side of life atu yang membari kasian. so if you have a minimum sum please pay your Zakat Harta not just cos it's wajib but because you want to and you want to help the poor. Shukur the number of populations over the years - looking at the charts they have there, is definitely growing.. from a couple of hundreds in the 90's then early 2000 went up to 3000 ppl paying Zakat Harta to about 4000 recently. Shukur the number is increasing but still a long way to go. Our population is about over 300,000 people compared to 4000 people paying Zakat Harta and compare that to 3000 over people entitled to Zakat. I don't need to calculate the percentage but that definitely speaks for itself.

So since today is still Ramadhan and the last one. Make your way to the religious department to pay Zakat Harta. If you can't make it you can do so for the whole year. So spread the wealth so other less fortunate then us can enjoy what we enjoy too for Hari Raya.

Selamat Hari Raya to all and thanks to puzian for reminding us. Maaf Zahir & Batin just in case kami at Bahapa Kitani ada tersilap kata kata.

Here's the attached Zakat calculation I got from the religious department.

Are you a FLOATER or a SINKER?

2006-10-20T22:41:00.000+08:00

Haha I can't help but laugh the 1st time I asked a friend about this. I asked her are you a FLOATER or a SINKER? She said, I wanna be a floater. I asked her why. She said cos I don't wanna be left behind.

Well good answer but in what context do you think am talking about? Nya 'ENTAH' hahaha cali. I said its about when you do to the toilet. Hmmm 'Banggang face!' hahaha sorry dear. So I told her about this story of this advert I have seen since a couple of weeks ago and since then my toilet visits has never been the same. hahaha

Aw... cmon that's not disgusting! People do it everyday.. One thing is that it's definitely good to know. Here's the advert I see in the papers. This one I got from the website.

Here's the link.

Is Siti Kdi an Eva Longoria the Asian Version?

2006-10-20T05:24:00.000+08:00

Though not a big fan of kdi - but have heard so much about it from my aunties. Stumbled upon an advert of this Sit kdi, clips of her singing, with her hair sebiji macam Eva Longoria. Even physically she looks like Eva. I don't know whether it is just me or maybe I saw lain ah. We all thought she does look pretty and she does look a bit like Eva. So do we really have an Asian version of Eva?

So I tried looking for her photos c Siti Kdi ani but not so easy. Eva I have no problem. I only managed to get this.

Vs

hmmm when I look closely cam ada jua... the nose lebih kurang sama.. the cheek bones definitely and that smile. Close.. only difference is makeup.. damit nya pun kan sama.

Hmmmm or Maybe not! What do you think? Are they the same? (I mean if you have seen em on Siti Kdi on TV - this photo does not show much difference)

Crazy on Swarovski Cyrstal!

2006-10-19T08:13:00.000+08:00

Baru jua last week someone was selling me those packets of Swarovski crystals for baju raya. Apparently yang dari Dubai is cheaper which people tend to flock to buy. I declined to buying cos ehem 'Nada masa' plus too lazy to stick one by one. Such a hassle on my part though. I could just get my tailor to do it but malas.

Talking about raya and Swarovski crytals guess what other things you can do with em. If you have to have to have spares! hehe

Let your imaginations run wild... Swarovski phone.. Swarovski glasses.. and the list goes on..Think what else you can do with Swarovski Crsytal aside from baju raya.

(Product) Red

2006-10-18T22:48:00.000+08:00

Was surfing the net and came across this. Below we had "Think Pink" for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, here we have (Product) Red especially designed to help eliminate AIDS in Africa. Among the exclusive products are:

CONVERSE

GAP

EMPORIO ARMANI

AMERICAN EXPRESS

MOTOROLA

and one, I think, a number of people would buy:

APPLE IPOD

Pictures courtesy of www.joinred.com. Click the link for more information on (Product) Red.

J'adore Green!

2006-10-18T08:27:00.000+08:00

Now check this car out. Atu baru ia opulence, luxury with prestige and style to the utmost. People do know how to decor and make a statement - a luxury car on a table of expensive china! Excellence...

Think Pink!

2006-10-17T13:51:00.000+08:00

Hi All,

Been awhile since I've post much. Been meaning to post for so long but procastinating. hehe my bad! My side kick c tau gaban have done a great job at updating bahapa kitani! Cheers doll! I do owe a few post not to worry.. I will be posting some soon...

For a start I'll post on my usual Pink findings! hahaha I find it hysterical but cool at same time. See what you guys think?

Hey by the way October is 'THE' PINK month - for a cause towards fighting Breast Cancer.

Coach Watch

Campbell Soup

BMW

Nintendo DS Lite Pink

Kitchen Aid

Addicted to Technology

2006-10-04T16:43:00.000+08:00

Was laughing to myself when I received this haha Just want to share it with you guys. Hope it'll entertain you as much as it has entertained me haha Enjoy :)

Tamu Kianggeh

2006-09-28T00:12:00.000+08:00

Have you ever been to the Tamu Kianggeh in Bandar? I decided to go there for fun because I always wanted to take some photos there. I didn't venture to look at the stuff they sell though, but am sure it's all interesting :) Will go there again soon, maybe after Puasa. I like watching the people selling fishes and other necessities from their boats. It reminds me of the old tradition & old days :)

and here's a photo of a building near the Tamu - Panggung Hassanal Bolkiah:

Here's also some photos of one of the best scenic drives (to me) in Brunei. I love passing this place, you can see the beautiful sea:

and the last two photos are Brunei in the hazy conditions right now. Sun so bright but haze all around. haze, haze, go away (sing to the tune of rain, rain, go away) hehe

Cartoonist tribute to Steve Irwin

2006-09-27T11:30:00.000+08:00

Poll Results - "Which do you prefer?"

2006-09-26T22:13:00.000+08:00

I actually intended to do something more with the poll results but due to lack of time, laziness & too many excuses, this will have to do for the first one hehe Maybe I'll do something more for the next poll results. We'll see.

So behold, here's the results for the Poll - "Which do you prefer?" Looks like most of us prefer home-cooked food more than outside food or maybe it's because it's still the first week? Oh well, wherever you sungkai, do remember to sungkai with moderation. Selamat Berpuasa everyone!

Cheeky Elmo..

2006-09-25T16:58:00.000+08:00

Cute ani wah but part scary jua.. eeee.. but hey good to have .. makes you laugh.. hahaha

Little People as Street Art!

2006-09-25T16:44:00.000+08:00

Amongst the daily findings... Cute ani wah! And pintar banar jua orang ani. Check out Here for more.

Diamond Collection Contact Lens

2006-09-22T23:29:00.000+08:00

I received this in an email. I wonder if it's any comfortable??? and how much it costs???

Useless for anyone who always have a knack of losing their contact lens. hahaha. They'd probably be kicking themselves for losing the lens IF the diamonds are for real. hahaha. Of all places, why would I want diamonds in my eye though? Crazyyyy!

Do they really sell this thing? I can't seem to find the information on the internet. Interesting the stuff some people come up with hehe :)

when you don't have much to do :p

2006-09-20T02:01:00.000+08:00

The other day me and c tautau were playing around. c tautau would think of a random month and I would think of a song (either Malay/Indonesia or English) with that particular month in the song, be it as part of the lyrics or as part of the title hehehe

This was what we could come up with:

January
Glenn - Januari

February
Handy Black - Sekuntum Mawar Merah (ani lama udah ni!!)

March
I couldn't come up with anything. c tautau came up with "When the saints go MARCH-ing in.." hahahaha

April
Fazley - Bila April

May
I dont exactly remember what we came up for May actually hehehe

June
Cant remember also. c tautau, you might want to edit later?!hehehe

July
Haha For this one I came up with HM's Birthday Song "15 Haribulan Julai... "

August
And for this one, I came up with one of Malaysia's song for its' National Day hahaha Sudirman (Ahmad CB) - 31 Ogos

September
Green Day - Wake Me Up When September Ends

October
Awie - Tragedi Oktober

November
Guns & Roses - November Rain

December
I cheated on this one and said any christmas songs would probably have december in it hahaha

At that time, we didn't use the internet so we couldn't really google for the lyrics. I tried googling for some of the months where we couldn't think of a song and turns out got quite a few. Interesting... Wonder what you guys would come up with (without the help of the internet also that is!)

Beauty of Brunei

2006-09-18T00:16:00.000+08:00

Another video by BorgKingKong. Stunning video footage taken around Jerudong Beach - captures the Beauty of Brunei. Amazing i tell you.....

School For Scoundrels

2006-09-17T17:57:00.000+08:00

Starring John Heder aka Mr Napoleon Dynamite! The last movie he was in, Benchwarmers, was funny so I can't wait to see this one!He's so geeky funny!haha I hope this one is good!

Who says Barbie is for little girls only?

2006-09-17T16:21:00.000+08:00

Talk about all things PINK! Look what I found on my random Pink searches. Say What? First it was Hello Kitty now it’s gone Barbie! Hahaha Presenting the all-pink Beetle Barbie limited edition car.

Apparently, there will only be 13 of these cars manufactured and to be sold through exclusive VW outlets in Mexico.

Mattel and Volkswagen are involved in the project that started in march 2006. And since the idea originated in Mexico, it will be here where the new car will be launched.

Here’s definitely Beetle Barbie for Big girls.

Ada-ada saja competition around the world

2006-09-15T10:08:00.000+08:00

Speed Stacker competition

Watch video at Speedstacks

Rubic Cube Competition

Eating Competition

Black Widow eat anything and everything. She’s like in most eating competition from meatball eating comp, asparagus eating comp, hot dogs and to lobster eating championship. News Here

Air guitar competition

Birdman Competition

New Ipods Update from 12th September It’s Showtime.

2006-09-13T11:33:00.000+08:00

Not much of a showtime for me cos was expecting a better version of apple ipod video. They came up with a 5.5G ipod video. Bosan! Only consolation is that Apple maybe dropping prices whilst expanding storage. Rumours has it that the new 30GB iPod cost US$250 (about B$400) previously B$500 plus, and the new 80 gigger for $350 (about $560).

Look at the new video ipod specs, screen is now 60% brighter, the battery can last up to 3.5 hours during video playback, and the iPod includes new headphones, but otherwise the specs remain the same. Hmmm bosan. Can do more with current 30G ipod video.

Not all is loss, Apple did come up with other cool Ipods. The new apple shuffle is very cool and very small too. Comes in just a 1GB capacity, and sports a shiny new aluminum body with a clip for easy wearability. Dang, makes my current shuffle look so worlds apart. Dang! Can I sell my shuffle? Hehehe any takers? Bargain basement price of only $79 (About B$126)

Also a new look for the nano ipod. Version looks like the older version mini ipod. They all sport an even-thinner aluminum case and are available in (again, mini-like) green, silver, black, blue, and pink. However, the 2GB and 8GB version are available in aluminum and black only, respectively. As for pricing, $149 for 2GB, $199 for 4GB, and $249 for the 8GB model. Apple sez: "Double the storage for the same price". So I guess the new ipod nano is a thumbs up look wise.

Hey c tau gaban.. now you can buy this one!

There you go on the Ipod updates. ‘Sigh’…. :)

The Chinese Acrobatic Show with a Kung Fu Style

2006-09-13T06:58:00.000+08:00

Wanted to try something a little different and here's the result. What do you think? hehehe

Photos & Videos taken by: bahapakitani
Background Music: Carl Douglas - Kung Fu Fighting (Remix)

Hope you guys enjoy the video :)

What to do when the server and computer is down?

2006-09-12T07:57:00.000+08:00

Yesterday was one of em days when I cannot access to the Internet or my office emails at work… Yikes! Good and Bad. Good cos I get to relax from checking my emails and having to sieve through the junk mails. Bad.. I got work to do or things to approve which I am unable to do so. Then again hey, I can’t do much so why bother. However can’t help but feel helpless. I’m not a 24/7 computer person but yet I have this urge that you need to access something over the internet or at least do something using the computer. Aaaaaaa does that mean I’m addicted? The feeling is weird that’s for sure.

So I decided to keep me self occupied since I can’t do much with my computer for time being. Unfortunately all my docs in the server, which I am unable to access. Dang! Lesson learned keep backups of immediate work in pen drive or C: drive. Hahaha. Back ups all in the server. Over reliance on the server for my case!

Anyways, things I did today that does not involve the computer:

1. Occasional approvals over the fax. No emails resort to faxes or telephones.
2. FILING! Urgh my most dreaded things to do but hey I’ll take the server not working as my sign to clean my desk.
3. SPRING CLEANING! No doubt I have been procrastinating this. My piles and piles of newspapers, odd papers that need filings, reports needs to go in its proper places, research papers! Aaaaaaaa.. At times you have so many things around you don’t even know where to file em. You wish they would just magicly disappear and reappear as and when you need em. Also throwing out or recycling unwanted papers.
4. READ the newspaper piles – throw or recycle the pile after that.
5. Pre Blog – After tired reading the lastest and past news, filing while listening to my ipod, I decided to Blog this using word. I’ll upload later.
6. EXERCISE – Reading past pelita, there was a section on ‘Bersenam di Pejabat’. Might as well give it a try. More like weight lifting books on a chair. Then again something to do.
7. Occasionally check if the server if okay. Dang still not. Okay.. What to do next.
8. Munch munch on some snacks include 2 Rambutans – apparently freshly picked in Kampung, Keropok and some mineral Sehat Water.
9. Read magazines lying around!
10. Pray
11. Organise my folders and C drive and pen drive.
12. Chit chat with colleagues

All this organising and spring cleaning is really tiring and can really take up so much time. Seriously! Nevertheless am glad my table for now is no longer an eye sore.

What would you without the computer in the office?

Photos Update

2006-09-08T00:56:00.000+08:00

updated bahapakitani flickr, check it out everybody..

the photos are of when we went to Empire Hotel - just walking around, taking photos & basically just enjoying the sun & scenery there :)

however, here are my personal favourites:

A bit on the tech side!

2006-09-07T15:29:00.001+08:00

C tau gaban and I have been discussing on new phones and new ipods past days. We saw this guy using this very thin phone and we were searching for it. Finally found it today.. at least we think so.. We know for sure it wasn't the motorola Razor.

Here is it.. Samsung X280 which happens to be the world's slimmest phone. Hmmm.. okay..

We do however also like the new Nokia n93.. only after watching its advert with Gary Oldman. very cool advert. We watched it together and laughed at his modesty for being the leading man! hahaha Also we likessss the song on the advert... I've forgotten now but if I'm not mistaken its by mobly... Hey c tau gaban.. please correct me. You know the song... Very catchy too hahaha but a bit zombie like when you hear it over and over again.. Plus it's as good as any camera using Carl Zeiss optics, 3x Optical Zoom" and can record DVD like quality videos on the impressive high definition 2.4!

Over to our next topic, was me contemplating to buy an Ipod Video or not cos I remember reading a month ago that new ipods gonna be out. So rather than buy an older version I should wait for the newer better version right? So we searched.. me and c tau gaban as usual finding things to do! Bahapa kitani? biasalah! hehehe So we searched a couple of weeks ago with not much luck. Only thing we found out was about a touch-screen Ipod Video. Then again.. doesnt say when... By the way, we're not so thrilled on touch-screen stuff cos 1. Scratches 2. if something goes wrong touch-screen is hard to replace. hmmm then again it has it's coolness.. Man ipod's krg jadi PDA pulang.. you can do wonders with Ipods.

Okay, today I searched for more and apparently news has it .. It's Showtime...

A number of recent reports have claimed that Sept 12th will bring an Apple media event with iMac updates. ThinkSecret now reports that Apple's September 12th media event will also introduce a 2nd generation iPod Nano and an updated 5G iPod alongside upgraded iMacs. According to the rumor site the new iPod nano will feature larger storage capacities as well as multiple colors in a metal finish. Meanwhile, the new full-size iPod will simply sport upgraded capacities at the same price point. ThinkSecret does not expect the long rumored touch-screen video iPod until 2007, but does expect the introduction of the iTunes Movie Store at this event.

So yea, there we have it. Am a bit disappointed cos I would've thought a newer versions of the Ipod Video. Dang! Then again.. 12th September is yet around the corner.. so I'll pray they have a newer version... Ani Ipod nano saja.. boring ih... Ok will update more when I get more info..

Siuk kali ah Ipod Video ani.. you can do wonders with! I've heard many stories that people winning Ipod's and not knowing how to use it... Dang wish I won one! An Ipod Video.. Nano boleh lah but i'll trade it with something else then.. I hope Apple will come out with 100 GB Ipod Video soon. hahaha

Lapar Ku Ih!

2006-09-05T01:56:00.000+08:00

Just a simple video showing some of the food found in Brunei hehe

Photos taken by: ctautau

- most of the photos were taken a long time ago already. Apologies some are kind of out of focus hehe

Music: a short clip from a medley of Brunei's Folk Song (taken from here, thank you!)

Why not try to guess the names of the food in the video? ;) let's see who can name them all hehehe...

What to do when you have a flu?

2006-09-04T15:35:00.000+08:00

Having a flu is never the best feeling to have. I'm currently having one and yeah it kinda sucked! If I was in school I'd probably enjoy it cos I'd get off school but I guess since its school holidays its also not a nice thing to have since a holiday is meant for a holiday - i.e Having fun!

After a couple of days struggling with body aches and fuzzy feeling around the head. Not forgetting my swollen tonsils, thus swallowing food is a problem! Also that funny feeling like someone is poking in your ears. Yikes! I decided to go to the clinic today. Got my medication although not so sure if it does apply. Everyone knows antibiotic doesnt help much with flus. I might as well eat it for the sake of knowing it will make me better.

For once I actually got an MC today by the doctor, normally she doesnt give me. And for a first I rejected her MC... Dang! I knowwww... I can hear ya! Why didn't you take it? Well, I guess when it comes to real life - out of school that is, comes responsibilities known as WORK!!! Dang that word just keeps banging in my ear, perhaps even laughing at me. Oh well, nonetheless rather than self pity, I'll keep myself busy and pretend I dont have it. Although the out of body experience is very hard to ignore.

Anyways, I checked out the internet to see what I should do and compare with what I have been doing for so far when I do get a flu.

Try these tips if you get the flu:

1. Rest in bed or on the couch.

This is the best form of medicine when it comes to flu. I came down with a flu once over one weekend. I slept throughout the day, wake up and drink plenty of water, eat hot chicken broth porridge, took some painkillers, panadols, manuka honey for my sore throat or tonsilitis. By monday I was up and running.

Dang I should've done it over the weekend. I was so sure I was getting better that I only did the rest in one day but off course with a busy wedding weekend again sleep is not an option. Being stressed I've read can prolong the flu. So best to sleep, dont think and no stress!

Get lots of sleep and take it easy.

2. Drink lots of fluids.

Yes, plenty fluids. Mine would include, bottles of water. Although water during a flu taste dry. Drink cordials but not cold - this helps with the taste issue. Ask your maid to cook chicken broth and lots of em for morning, noon and night! Hot milo also helps a whole lot especially when you've lost all appetite to eat cos of your swollen tonsils. I like Neslo - Milo and Nestum. Nestum gives it an extra Ummmph. Normally at work I'd order hot lemon honey tea. Lemon and honey helps to soothe the throat. The heat helps to cool the chills that you get.

3. Take acetaminophen or ibuprofen to relieve your fever and achiness. Over-the-counter cold or cough medicines may also relieve some flu symptoms. Avoid taking aspirin, though, unless your doctor says it's OK.

Yes this can be necessary. I try to avoid it as I don't like to put much medicine into my system. Natural is the preference but is all else fails this does help to relieve the aches and pains.

4. Wear layers. You might be cold one minute and hot the next, and wearing several layers - like a T-shirt, sweatshirt, and robe - makes it easy to add or subtract clothes as needed.

Am wearing one right now.... oh no wonderlah I feel cold and chill all of a sudden ..

5. Wash your hands frequently. You don't want to spread the flu to everyone else, if you can help it. Also, don't share cups and eating utensils with other people until you're better.

Okay I didnt know this but hey it's always good to know.

I was kinda shocked to read this part "Most of the time, you'll feel better in a week or two". What? I can't afford to be sick for this long... Dang flu go away! hehehe Anyways, I better put my sleep-rest-drink-rest plan into action soon or else will prolong it even more. Hey am missing out on all the actions in bahapakitani karang.

If you have any specific 'feel-good' ways of what to dos during a flu, do share with us your chicken broth recipes, your best drinks to drink during a flu or perhaps other things that you do when you do get the flu.

Who says you can't have fun when you're sick! Yeeee haaaaaaaa!

bahapakitani's Youngster of the Month

2006-09-02T00:59:00.000+08:00

Email us at bahapakitani@gmail.com to nominate yourself or someone you know who deserves it.

Let's learn to appreciate & inspire.

because a picture can say a thousand words

2006-08-29T01:53:00.000+08:00

Bahapa Kitani di Pantai Seri Kenangan?

2006-08-26T01:24:00.000+08:00

Welcome To Pantai Seri Kenangan.

Pantai Seri Kenangan is located in Tutong District - quite clean & many activities to do there. Want to know what? Here's some:

The obvious - play with the sand, sea & sun. Just enjoy nature. Picnics. BBQ, yum!

You could also try fishing at the nearby river. Just relax & wait for the fishes (or other non-living stuff) to eat your bait hehe

Part of the scenery which you can enjoy - The Istana Pantai

Or if you're the adventurous type, you can try some watersport activities such as jetskiing

Or if you want to feel like flying, you can maybe try Paramotor

Or if you prefer to stay on land, you can rent a buggy! It looks like fun and the rent looks reasonable too!

After all that, you can also visit some of the gerai there. There's plenty of food & drinks on sale such as Burgers, Nasi Katok, Samboi, Kerupuk & Cucur Pisang!

Rest, Relax, Good Food, Good Fun & Just Enjoy Life. Enjoy Brunei's Beauty :) Pure Bliss!

Fishing Challenge 2006

2006-08-23T23:16:00.000+08:00

The Fishing Challenge 2006 - one of the events posted on Bahapa Kitani recently.

We went there to check it out and here's some photos & a video from the event. Enjoy :)

Siapa tau lagu ani?

2006-08-21T22:44:00.000+08:00

cam cam brit
si kucam jarum
upuk upuk
daun limau
patah paku
patah lamiding
cari aku sebalah dinding

hahahaha...

i apologize if there's any spelling error in the lyrics haha please do correct me if i'm wrong. Also, if you have a different version, please do share haha

How best to eat Murtabak!

2006-08-21T18:22:00.000+08:00

Hi ya'll. Another weekend of eating! haha .. but best of all is a day of eating Murtabak. Most people know how to eat Murtabak so perhaps this might not be a blog for you to read. However, sometimes we tend to forget the simple things in life thus why I'd like to blog about this.

How best to eat Murtabak!

Types of Murtabak available at restaurants:

1. Murtabak Biasa - Plain

Best eaten: Order dry, less oil, crispy and not burn't

2. Murtabak Talur - with eggs

Best eaten: Less oil, crispy on the outside, softer on the inside (egg part)

3. Murtabak Daging - with meat and mixed vegetables

Best eaten: Meat well cooked, Vegetable not too overcooked and sliced into 4 pieces

4. Murtabak Corn Beef - with corn beef! That's obvious

Best eaten: As it is! Corn beef atu udah nyaman, has its own oil so add no further!

5. Murtabak turned Pastry - This is more like a do your own. Buy the frozen ones and pack it with filling. Spread egg yolk on top for shine. Oven or grill till cook! Yum. Makes a quick snack for self and guest!

Types of Sauces to go with your Murtabak:

1. Daal - Lentils

Sauce not spicy, good for vegetarians and those who do not like spicy food.

2. Chicken Curry - This is people's favourite! Always ask for some if not one chicken! Normally only given the curry sauce

3. Beef Curry - Becoming less often available. However, do ask. If you don't almost always they will give you chicken curry

4. Lamb Curry - huh?? I can hear people saying inda jua ada tu. It's not that they don't have its just that people dont normally ask. So if you're a lamb curry fan and would want to have lamb with your murtabak, just ask. Sometimes they might even charge you a small price for this sauce.

5. Fish Curry - One of the best curries to eat with murtabak. I guess fish curry are lighter than other meat curries. They have a bit of an Asam (sour) taste to it which makes this curry a better choice for me though.

6. Not to worry for those non-curry, non-spicy lovers. There are other ways to eat Murtabak with. You can either it eat plain with no sauces, or with the curries above or with Susu Manis - Condensed Milk. Sweet but nice!

Drinks that goes well with Murtabak:

1. Teh Tarik - hot or cold (Ping)

2. Teh C, Teh 0 - Hot

3. Coffee - black, sweetend or with milk

4. Teh Tarik India - Like Teh Tarik above, just with extra milk and the extra presentation of the layers, milk on the bottom, brown teh tarik on top

5. Milo or Horlick is okay but the sweetness and chocolatey and malty taste can take away the flavours of the murtabak.

Food that goes well with Murtabak:

1. Mee Goreng! and Mee Goreng only

Not mee hoon goreng not keow tiau. Just the old fashioned C.A.M's mee goreng! Swwweetttt sound of the weekend!

Girl takes pic of herself every day for three years

2006-08-19T18:56:00.000+08:00

Thought I'd check out what's cool to see on you tube! Found a few... I'll start with this one!

Would've been cooler if they song is not so daunting... haha but hey sanggup kali ah begambar.

Kan blajar cakap brunei?

2006-08-19T12:13:00.000+08:00

Agatah ke sini.. siok blajar cakap brunei ani!

Kudos to the site owner for starting "(Brunei Malay) Word of The Day" :)

De-Lovely

2006-08-19T11:33:00.000+08:00

I happened to watch this movie De-Lovely on Astro a couple of days ago. Not the usuals of movies that I would watch. However as I was flipping channels, cboy said 'Ih the guy singing in the background looks familiar'. After awhile only to realise it was Robbie Williams. Cool jua!

So much to say about this movie although critics rating was a B- and C+ by Yahoo Users

Have to say its a very hard movie to understand. I kept going like 'Apakan?' 'Apakan?' Indaku faham..But what made us stay put was the anticipation of the singers! Believe or not!

The likes of ...

Sheryl Crow

Alanis Morissette

Robbie Williams

and ... Lemar, Elvis Costello, Diana Krall, Natalie Cole and more...

I found this movie fascinating - the flow of the movie, between the characters and the story line. Actually trying to figure out the story pun was hard but trying to think what the director was trying to say, I thought was brilliant. Part like a Baz Lurman type of movie but not as dark but rather on brighter side of Baz, at least I think so.

Did I mention its a Musical movie, very theatre based, broadway like. Very interesting.. And the storyline of a famous composer set in the ??? 40's. I should check again for the year. Living a life of a homosexual amongst the elite, living with a wife who puts her devotion towards him. It's very moving especially the wife played by the beautiful Ashley Judd. Towards the end you can feel her sacrifices, you get to feel her passion and most of all her LOVE! This is what movies should portray. The truth about hardship, about happiness, about devotion, about passion in life.

Woooo... feels so deep. I better stop talking.. anyways, its a moving watch! Cole Porter the famous composer player by Kevin Kline - he, Mr Porter must be someone so inspiring that all these famous singers would want to sing in this movie. Warning, the songs are quite out dated for our times. I find it hard to absorb or even find a liking to it but after seeing the movie you would understand the beauty of the music itself.

Watch it and see what you think? If all fails and you think its crap, at least you get to watch Robbie Williams... and Diana Krall!!!!!

Watch De-Lovely Trailer Here

Short Description of the movie:

A musical portrait of American composer Cole Porter in which the musician looks back on his life as if it was one of his spectacular stage shows, with the people and events of his life becoming the actors and action onstage. Through elaborate production numbers Porter's elegant, excessive past comes to light--including his deeply complicated relationship with his wife and muse, Linda Lee Porter.

Astro 7 new Channels

2006-08-18T08:04:00.000+08:00

Since last week, keep seeing adverts on the new astro channels. So I thought I'd check out what exactly are the channels. Got info from this press release

Astro's 7 exciting new channels comprise a wide genre of entertainment and informative offerings for various age groups. Brief descriptions of each channel are as follows:

1. Astro Ceria - a Bahasa Malaysia language children's channel featuring exciting programming and interactive shows.

2. Astro ARUNA - a drama channel featuring sinetrons and telenovelas (with Bahasa Malaysia subtitles).

3. Astro KIRANA - a movie channel featuring movie titles from Asia and Europe (with Bahasa Malaysia subtitles).

4. WaTV - an infotainment channel featuring trendy youth lifestyle of the "New China"

5. CCTV 4 - a general interest channel featuring news, cultural, entertainment and dramas.

6. ZEE - an Indian variety entertainment channel featuring dramas, game shows and talent shows (with Bahasa Malaysia subtitles).

7. Animax - a 24-hour channel exclusively dedicated to Japanese animation (anime) programming.

In addition to the 7 new channels, Astro will also broadcast special Merdeka programming with LIVE broadcast of Konsert Merdeka KLCC on 30^th August, 9.00pm on Astro RIA and the Merdeka Parade at 8.00am, 31^st August on Astro RIA, Astro Prima, Astro Vaanavil and Astro Wah Lai Toi.

Existing Astro customers will be able to enjoy these 7 new channels at no additional charge until 28 February 2007, as will churned customers who re-activate their accounts before 30 September 2006. New customers who sign up on or before 30 September will enjoy the same benefits including free installation. Customers who subscribe after 30 September will enjoy the new channels subject to the Astro package they have subscribed for. For more information, please log on to www.astro.com.my.

Hey look up into our Brunei sky! The sky is the limit!

2006-08-17T22:55:00.000+08:00

In times of stress and pressure it always helps to look up to the sky. Especially our Brunei sky! I helps a lot for me. I find peace and calm just by looking up to our blue sky. It's so beautiful. We in Brunei have one of the best skies in the world. At least I think so! No tall skyscrapers to block out the sun. No pollution. Just clear blue sky. Here are some of my favourite photos of the sky. Taken by us using our everyday digital camera.

Ice Cream Potong is making a come back!

2006-08-15T08:14:00.000+08:00

Remember the good old days when masa sekolah ugama makan ice cream panjang. Also I'd rather not call it ice cream cos its more like flavoured ice! hahaha but hey it's still the best dulu atu.. One ice cream in particular is the ice cream potong which I often buy when you hear the bell or honk of the kereta panjang passing by to sell all sorts of food including mee goreng wrapped in the white oil filters paper kah tu. My favourite buys is the ice cream potong - red bean flavoured! Best kali ah.

Now that its sold in supermarket, I still buy it till this day. Yes red bean flavour. My family's especially addicted... wooopsss wasn't me... hahaha Now it comes with new flavours and I definitely have a new favourite... though still keep the 'Red Bean' deep in my heart for old time sakes.

List of Ice Cream Potong Flavours to my preference: (specifically King's Brand)

1. Top of My List! Pulut Hitam.
It's just scrumptious, sweet but not too sweet. Upon eating you can taste the light crunch of the pulut hitam and the taste is exquisite! Love ice cream potong!

2. My old time favourite - Red Bean
Who can beat this! No one can takes this away from me. Good memories makes food taste better. That's for sure

3. Yam! Yummy!
White on the outside, I believe that would be coconut (santan) flavour and the purple yam flavour on the inside - soft, slightly gooey but all and all the flavour blends well and melt is your mouths. Yummmmmmm..

4. Others flavours includes the usual yet still popular like durian, corn, chocolate and vanilla.

So the next time you pop to supermarket grab a box of em Ice Cream Potong by King's. It's definitely a making a come back.

What's your favourite ice cream potong flavour?