2011 WISH LISTS (SPORT CATEGORY)

YANKEE TO WIN ALCS 2011 (WINNING THE WORLD SERIES WILL BE AN ADDED BONUS)


SELANGOR TO WIN THE MALAYSIAN CUP 2011


HEAT (WITH THE 3 KINGS) TO WIN NBA 2011

CHELSEA ...HMMMM ..I'M HOPING FOR AT LEAST FA CUP 2011


C'MON BLACKS ...A MUST WIN RUGBY WORLD CUP SITUATION

I've to admit when it comes to a decision between live football match and going out for dinner , I'll go for the first option. Anything as long as its qualify as a sport is OK with me. For 2011 apart from the usual sporting events (EPL,MLB,NBA, Liga Super) we will be having the World Cup for Rugby in New Zealand (it's once in a 4 year event) and as a former rugby player I'll definitely not going to miss this.

So for 2011 this is some of my wish list :

1) ALL BLACKS to win the Rugby World Cup

2) Miami Heat (Le Bron and company) to win the NBA final

3) New York Yankees to at least win the ALCS ( still hoping that they to surprise me before spring training...Felix Hernandez please ...)

4) SELANGOR to win the Malaysian Cup 2011

5) Chelsea to at least win the FA Cup (I'm being realistic her ..okay ...)

By the end of 2011 if I could get 3 out of 5 ..I'll be a very happy man ....

RIZAL

NATIONAL SCIENCE CENTER (NSC)

WELCOME TO SCIENCE CENTER !!!!

IN THE SCIENCE LAB

VIEW FROM DOWN UNDER

TAKING A BREAK

IN THE COMPUTER LAB (CARTOON SOFTWARE W/SHOP)

DINOSAUR ATTACK !!!

TAKING ANOTHER BREAK

VIEW FROM THE ABOVE

SOME OF THE SCIENCE EXHIBITON

It's a must go trip every year. This time around the NSC was under construction ( I was not aware of that) but the Dinosaur Exhibition save my day. The mini scientific class was also very good. The kids was shown how to do a very simple science test.

Then there was also a computer graphic simulation. It shows how to create cartoon characters using simple computer application. Highlight of the day was definitely the Dinosaur Exhibition. The robotic dino was excellent and there was 30 of them.

I was told that this year (2011) NSC will open it's Scientific Park just outside of the NSC. It's another initiative to create awareness about science and technology to Malaysians especially children.

OPEN DAY @ SRK BUKIT KAPAR

FOOD STALLS WERE 90% OF THE STALL POPULATIONS

SILAT SHOW BY THE STUDENTS

GASING DEMONSTRATION

ICE-CREAM ALA MALAYSIA

SOME OF THE FIELD EVENTS

School Open Day is one of the many activities organized by my kids’ school. Since I was not able to be there last year I’ve decided to put it as one of the highest priority in the to do list this year. Food stalls were everywhere and it’s good since certain percentage of the sales profit will go to the school PTB (Parent Teacher Board).

Also it’s and opportunity to get to know other parents and in some cases sitting down discussing things related to schooling while enjoying the food (I’ve to admit the nasi lemak was really good…J). I’ve met few teachers and was able to have a very good discussion with them. It’s good to see that the teachers are having fun since most of them were manning the stalls on that day.

I was able to capture some of the moments through my EOS 1000D. Will put the 2011 event in my must go list for next year (while hoping for the nasi lemak ‘sedap’ to be available also).

RIZAL

HOME SWEET HOME .....

READING ROOM (FOR GUEST)

LIVING ROOM

DINING AREA

A LITTLE BIT OF DECOR

ANOTHER VIEW OF THE LIVING ROOM

FROM THE MAIN DOOR TO THE DINING AREA

ANOTHER SELF MADE DECOR

Our house was completed in 2004. It is a simple single storey house with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms completed with a separate store room, garage and gazebo. During the building process I’ve always insist on having a house that is spacious especially in the living room and also I’ve planned to have a mini library on my own (and also a reading room for guest).

Last 2 weeks with my DSLR I’ve decided to a photo shoot focusing on my house interior decoration. Some of the shot was taken using a ladder to get the best angle. Looking at the result , it is clear that it’s spacious (probably the white wall play its role)

After a long day at the office , it’s important to have a space where you could have a well deserve break and a comfortable house really helps.

RIZAL

EXPRESSION

It's time for DSLR shooting. Facial expression is very subjective and if look carefully it could tell millions of stories. No wonder most of the world celebrated photographer focus on expression.

IS IT OVER YET ?????

COFFEE AND CAMERA ......

MAY I HAVE YOUR ORDER SIR ....

YUM...YUM ....

ONE MALAYSIA (VOLUME 1)

3 FACES ..3 EXPRESSIONS ....

I WANT MY MOMMY ......PLEASEEEEE ...

ONE MALAYSIA (VOLUME 2)

LET'S DO IT .....

LONELY .....

Many would think that doing a photo shoot that focus on human faces is easy ...that is point and shoot but it's not the case. Getting the right subject is very important, then the angle not to forget lighting and others. This is some of the collection that focus on expression. Enjoy the photos...

OPEN HOUSE (OH)

At Raja Azlan house in Shah Alam

Food is everywhere

'KAMBING GOLEK' a firm favourite



Mat Zai and Muza enjoying the 'makan'

At Amrul's OH in Shah Alam

Azhar's OH at Bukit Jelutong

Door Gift is a good additional item

With Azhar aka 'Ujang'

Alam Shah's boys at Amrul Open House

This is a global culture where during important moments such as festive celebration, birthday and others , one will have gathering at their house inviting friends and relative to celebrate. In Malaysia since we have few festive seasons to celebrate , Open House is a very common event.

During last Hari Raya, I've been to few of my friend's (mostly in KL) and I notice it's not just about the makan but it's also an opportunity to meet old friends. Even during one of the OH , I met with one of my blogging friend (mdm principal).

Although it's easier to set up one OH nowadays with the help of catering services, a good planning is very important especially the list of guest to invite. Personally I think it's not about how expensive the comparison between one OH and another but it's more of having an OH that is meaningful to everybody.

Looking forward to next year Hari Raya Open House.

RIZAL

KENDURI KAHWIN @ MERU

'silat' live in action

the man of the moment

the kompang boys and girls


special drinks for the celebrated couples (dragonfruit juice)

Me taking a break and trying the karaoke set

The temporary kitchen

The 'makan' place

The king and queen of the day

In English that will be a wedding ceremony and it’s my sister in law turns to celebrate hers. It has been a culture especially for Malay of Javanese descent to conduct such an event by involving almost everybody in the neighborhood. All task from chopping the beef, arranging the table and chairs, cooking the dishes and others are being done by working together.

For me personally, it is the time where I have the opportunity to meet with relatives and friends that I have not seen for a while. The ‘kenduri’ especially for Malay- Java people normally held 3 days and 3 night , so you can imagine the amount of works that involved to ensure that everything is running smooth and this is done without any professional assistance from a wedding planner or catering services. It’s tiring but satisfying especially when everything runs according to plan.

Looking forward to another ‘kenduri’ in a very near future, in fact it’s this coming December.