Tuesday, August 29, 2006
♥ Mawi & Ina vs Siti Nurhaliza & Datuk K = None of the mentioned
Last night, people around me has been discussing which TV channel that they would be tuning to. RTM1 and Astro Ria (for those with the Astro decoder) vs TV3.
Yesterday I felt that the entertainment business had some strategy going on in getting the most viewers to get shoot up their ratings. I mean the reception of Siti Nurhaliza and Datuk K was aired on TV3 and the exclusive interview of Mawi and his ex-fiance - Ina on RTM1 and also Astro Ria.
Well, for me, neither did I watched till the end. I concentrated on my favourite Korean drama aired on 8TV. Only during commercial breaks did I flip the channels between Astro Ria and TV3 - where I would focus more on the wedding than the so-called exclusive interview.
The wedding of the century was not up to my level of expectation. Firstly the sponsored gowns and dresses. I am not saying that Malaysian designers are not good, it's just that I felt that they were no where to compete with what Erra Fazira wore on her day (even if at that time was a bit daring with the too low-cut dress). The baju kurung for the nikah ceremony was nice but not that grand. It was simple and sweet and forgettable. So was the dress for the bersanding ceremony. It was nice but a bit too often seen. And the tiara - oh my God! Don't get me started. It is so not you Siti.
And the worse part - the wedding gown for the cake cutting ceremony. I really laughed at the sight of the gown. It seemed like Siti was a clown at a circus! I know that Siti might have some guidelines for her gown like no low cut and showing off her assets, but the gown was horrendous! No offense here, but I am writing down my own thoughts.
The live telecast somewhat had problems with the lighting I guess. All the people looked very gloomy and so did their make-up. Siti looked too pale on TV and it was as if the make-up artist was very stingy with colours. At first I thought that that was the reason Siti looked like that. But when the reporters on duty looked more or less the same but slightly better, I knew that it had something to do with the lighting.
Oh, another thing. Siti's hair during the bersanding ceremony was somewhat unappropriate. It made her look 5 years older than her age. Something like a Ratu Jamu from Indonesia would look like.
Okay, enough about Siti's ceremony. RTM1 and Astro Ria aired the exclusive interview about the break-up between Mawi and Ina.
Firstly, I really pity both of them. Their story should be to themselves only. But it seems here that it has become the agenda of the Malaysians. Men - who would stand behind Ina's point of view would pin point the fault to Mawi whereas ladies would do vice versa.
The point is that problems occur two ways - especially in a realionship. During the engagement, old folks say that this is the toughest part. This is where they would be tested and know the true colours of their partners.
Okay, let's say that both are at fault. Mawi, being a singer knows how to manipulate the questions thrown by Aznil. But Ina, I feel that they have taken advantage of her. I don't know what she is thinking about by revealing her true feelings, but it somewhat makes her look like she is the one who wants this interview and clear her name but makes it worse by making her look like a bit cheapa
and an idiot (I know it sounds too harsh but I do think that she looked like an idiot). She is too naive for the entertainment world. People would take advantage of her naiveness.
I wouldn't blame her totally. I would say that this has something to do with people who are greedy and never think about other people's feeling. I would have wanted Ina to just answer the question thrown by Rosyam with a smile and make people think that all the rumours out there are totally wrong. I mean like standing up for herself with her chin held high and show that she accepts what has happened with no hard feelings. That can be played on her face if she has the experience eventhough inside, she is really hurting.
Well, I guess that's it. I never know what really happened since I was more interested in my Korean series and House rather than these two. But I know a bit here and there during the flipping channels session.
Yesterday I felt that the entertainment business had some strategy going on in getting the most viewers to get shoot up their ratings. I mean the reception of Siti Nurhaliza and Datuk K was aired on TV3 and the exclusive interview of Mawi and his ex-fiance - Ina on RTM1 and also Astro Ria.
Well, for me, neither did I watched till the end. I concentrated on my favourite Korean drama aired on 8TV. Only during commercial breaks did I flip the channels between Astro Ria and TV3 - where I would focus more on the wedding than the so-called exclusive interview.
The wedding of the century was not up to my level of expectation. Firstly the sponsored gowns and dresses. I am not saying that Malaysian designers are not good, it's just that I felt that they were no where to compete with what Erra Fazira wore on her day (even if at that time was a bit daring with the too low-cut dress). The baju kurung for the nikah ceremony was nice but not that grand. It was simple and sweet and forgettable. So was the dress for the bersanding ceremony. It was nice but a bit too often seen. And the tiara - oh my God! Don't get me started. It is so not you Siti.
And the worse part - the wedding gown for the cake cutting ceremony. I really laughed at the sight of the gown. It seemed like Siti was a clown at a circus! I know that Siti might have some guidelines for her gown like no low cut and showing off her assets, but the gown was horrendous! No offense here, but I am writing down my own thoughts.
The live telecast somewhat had problems with the lighting I guess. All the people looked very gloomy and so did their make-up. Siti looked too pale on TV and it was as if the make-up artist was very stingy with colours. At first I thought that that was the reason Siti looked like that. But when the reporters on duty looked more or less the same but slightly better, I knew that it had something to do with the lighting.
Oh, another thing. Siti's hair during the bersanding ceremony was somewhat unappropriate. It made her look 5 years older than her age. Something like a Ratu Jamu from Indonesia would look like.
Okay, enough about Siti's ceremony. RTM1 and Astro Ria aired the exclusive interview about the break-up between Mawi and Ina.
Firstly, I really pity both of them. Their story should be to themselves only. But it seems here that it has become the agenda of the Malaysians. Men - who would stand behind Ina's point of view would pin point the fault to Mawi whereas ladies would do vice versa.
The point is that problems occur two ways - especially in a realionship. During the engagement, old folks say that this is the toughest part. This is where they would be tested and know the true colours of their partners.
Okay, let's say that both are at fault. Mawi, being a singer knows how to manipulate the questions thrown by Aznil. But Ina, I feel that they have taken advantage of her. I don't know what she is thinking about by revealing her true feelings, but it somewhat makes her look like she is the one who wants this interview and clear her name but makes it worse by making her look like a bit cheapa
and an idiot (I know it sounds too harsh but I do think that she looked like an idiot). She is too naive for the entertainment world. People would take advantage of her naiveness.
I wouldn't blame her totally. I would say that this has something to do with people who are greedy and never think about other people's feeling. I would have wanted Ina to just answer the question thrown by Rosyam with a smile and make people think that all the rumours out there are totally wrong. I mean like standing up for herself with her chin held high and show that she accepts what has happened with no hard feelings. That can be played on her face if she has the experience eventhough inside, she is really hurting.
Well, I guess that's it. I never know what really happened since I was more interested in my Korean series and House rather than these two. But I know a bit here and there during the flipping channels session.
Am i really never good enough for you?
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Sunday, August 27, 2006
♥ Happy 1st Birthday Daniel...
Yesterday, I was invited to attend my collegue's son's birthday party. He's turning one. And that was the first time I drove with other colleagues to her house.
Upon arriving, we kind of had problems getting Faisal - Salwa's son to tag along since he was sleeping in the car and we had to wake him up when we arrived. He kind of squatted in front of Daniel's house and cried. Salwa tried to console him and he then just got up, still crying though and went in Raz's house (Daniel's mommy). Once inside, he just stopped crying and started playing.
Muhammad Daniel Hadif - the birthday boy. See how cheeky he is?
The house was full of balloons, toys, babies and also adults. I was really amazed with the beautiful decorations for Daniel's first birthday party. I searched the room for the birthday boy but he was no where in sight. I asked Raz about the where abouts of Daniel. Raz told me that the birthday boy is asleep. And he hasn't even cut the cake! Must be too exhausted and excited seeing so many people and faces.
We sat there looking at babies and mommies from fotopages and I did have my 'partner' with me. I knew that I'd be snapping pics at this kind of event. But because I am not the member of mommies and babies fotopages (you know why right - it's obvious that I am not a mommy and I don't have baby), I was a bit shy in snapping shots. I just sat back enjoying the food and enjoying the giggles, laughs and cries of the babies there while waiting for the birthday boy to cut the cake. But as I was just sitting there, I couldn't stand it. I had to take those gorgeous pics of babies everywhere and the surrounding was extremely beautiful. I mean with balloons, toys and like a mini playground - you know the one at theme parks or shopping complexes that have children's playland, it was indeed beautiful.
I started to take pics of babies and their mothers were sporting. I mean they don't even mind me taking their babies pics. But by the time I started to have the courage of taking pics, most of the babies have gone home. Anyway, I did get some snaps of the babies. I will upload them here later.
Anyway, the cheeky birthday boy woke up and I did get a few shots of him. As usual, he'd put up his blur face when I want to take his pics. He'd ignore me and my camera. Sooo cheekyla this boy. He was handsome in his little suit with the little red bow. Writing this only reminded me of how cute he was yesterday and I feel like wanting to cubit-cubit his cheeks.
Mommy Raz with her pumpkin pie - Daniel
Anyway, thanks Raz for inviting us and for holding a wonderful party for Daniel. The food was superb, eventhough I did not have room in my tummy to taste all that was served. I really enjoyed the party. And Daniel the cheeky birthday boy, Happy 1st Birthday!
Upon arriving, we kind of had problems getting Faisal - Salwa's son to tag along since he was sleeping in the car and we had to wake him up when we arrived. He kind of squatted in front of Daniel's house and cried. Salwa tried to console him and he then just got up, still crying though and went in Raz's house (Daniel's mommy). Once inside, he just stopped crying and started playing.
Muhammad Daniel Hadif - the birthday boy. See how cheeky he is?
The house was full of balloons, toys, babies and also adults. I was really amazed with the beautiful decorations for Daniel's first birthday party. I searched the room for the birthday boy but he was no where in sight. I asked Raz about the where abouts of Daniel. Raz told me that the birthday boy is asleep. And he hasn't even cut the cake! Must be too exhausted and excited seeing so many people and faces.
We sat there looking at babies and mommies from fotopages and I did have my 'partner' with me. I knew that I'd be snapping pics at this kind of event. But because I am not the member of mommies and babies fotopages (you know why right - it's obvious that I am not a mommy and I don't have baby), I was a bit shy in snapping shots. I just sat back enjoying the food and enjoying the giggles, laughs and cries of the babies there while waiting for the birthday boy to cut the cake. But as I was just sitting there, I couldn't stand it. I had to take those gorgeous pics of babies everywhere and the surrounding was extremely beautiful. I mean with balloons, toys and like a mini playground - you know the one at theme parks or shopping complexes that have children's playland, it was indeed beautiful.
I started to take pics of babies and their mothers were sporting. I mean they don't even mind me taking their babies pics. But by the time I started to have the courage of taking pics, most of the babies have gone home. Anyway, I did get some snaps of the babies. I will upload them here later.
Anyway, the cheeky birthday boy woke up and I did get a few shots of him. As usual, he'd put up his blur face when I want to take his pics. He'd ignore me and my camera. Sooo cheekyla this boy. He was handsome in his little suit with the little red bow. Writing this only reminded me of how cute he was yesterday and I feel like wanting to cubit-cubit his cheeks.
Mommy Raz with her pumpkin pie - Daniel
Anyway, thanks Raz for inviting us and for holding a wonderful party for Daniel. The food was superb, eventhough I did not have room in my tummy to taste all that was served. I really enjoyed the party. And Daniel the cheeky birthday boy, Happy 1st Birthday!
Am i really never good enough for you?
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Monday, August 21, 2006
♥ Wedding of the century
I'll just post these exclusive pics and let the pics say it all. I'll update my entry later. Complete photos of the ceremony can be found here.
Siti with a big smile waiting to be officially announced as Mrs. Khalid Jiwa
Siti receiving the dowry of RM22,222.00 from Dato' Khalid.
Courtesy of TV3's live telecast of the nikah ceremony.
~ @->-- ~
School holidays are back again. The route to the office will be slightly smooth even at the peak time. And another thing that is back - wedding invitations.
Last weekend I had 3 invitations to attend - 2 of them on behalf of my parents, which I declined on going with my mum and another was from a colleague whose son tied the knot. I attended that kenduri with another single female colleague.
While waiting for the newly weds to arrive, we sat at a corner and just about 5 minutes, the kompang was being played announcing the arrival of the bride and groom. My colleague suddenly turned to me and asked me... " tak sebak ke tengok pengantin berarak? Eid sebak la.." I smiled and said yes, I do feel an uneasy, saddish feeling in my gut. Especially seeing my juniors - younger than me tying the knot where as I am still single and have no clue at all when my time will arrive.
Seeing Siti Nurhaliza at the nikah ceremony once again invited the uneasy feeling inside my heart. I had always dreamt of the wedding gown and the dais and sometimes smell the bunga rampai even in my dreams!
I have always been asked why am I not married at this age - which I see is quite common nowadays for a woman to still be single due her to carreer and saving up money as well as property for her own self. But I'd ask the person again, is there any normal woman who does not want to get married?
Everyone wants a family of their own right? It's just the about the time and the person to share our life with. Not all women are demanding but one thing for sure, we'd like our men to support us in every single way possible especially when it comes to feelings. We'd like men to accept us as who we are and not by molding us into someone else. We would like to have a shoulder to cry on when we need one. A soulmate who understands us and can make us feel secure during our insecurity. And mostly, a man who can give the unconditional love.
Well, I guess Siti Nurhaliza has found all that in Datuk Khalid. Congratulations to Siti and Datuk K. May this marriage brings joy and happiness and last until eternity.
And I now have to find a new excuse when my mum or aunts ask me when my time will arrive. Previously, I'd answer with.." Nasha Aziz yang cun melecun tu pun belum kawin, Siti pun belum, so, takpela... tak payah risau lagi" . But now, I have to find another excuse since Nasha Aziz is engaged with a photographer and Siti has already tied the knot. Haiiyyaa.. how aaa??
Siti with a big smile waiting to be officially announced as Mrs. Khalid Jiwa
Siti receiving the dowry of RM22,222.00 from Dato' Khalid.
Courtesy of TV3's live telecast of the nikah ceremony.
~ @->-- ~
School holidays are back again. The route to the office will be slightly smooth even at the peak time. And another thing that is back - wedding invitations.
Last weekend I had 3 invitations to attend - 2 of them on behalf of my parents, which I declined on going with my mum and another was from a colleague whose son tied the knot. I attended that kenduri with another single female colleague.
While waiting for the newly weds to arrive, we sat at a corner and just about 5 minutes, the kompang was being played announcing the arrival of the bride and groom. My colleague suddenly turned to me and asked me... " tak sebak ke tengok pengantin berarak? Eid sebak la.." I smiled and said yes, I do feel an uneasy, saddish feeling in my gut. Especially seeing my juniors - younger than me tying the knot where as I am still single and have no clue at all when my time will arrive.
Seeing Siti Nurhaliza at the nikah ceremony once again invited the uneasy feeling inside my heart. I had always dreamt of the wedding gown and the dais and sometimes smell the bunga rampai even in my dreams!
I have always been asked why am I not married at this age - which I see is quite common nowadays for a woman to still be single due her to carreer and saving up money as well as property for her own self. But I'd ask the person again, is there any normal woman who does not want to get married?
Everyone wants a family of their own right? It's just the about the time and the person to share our life with. Not all women are demanding but one thing for sure, we'd like our men to support us in every single way possible especially when it comes to feelings. We'd like men to accept us as who we are and not by molding us into someone else. We would like to have a shoulder to cry on when we need one. A soulmate who understands us and can make us feel secure during our insecurity. And mostly, a man who can give the unconditional love.
Well, I guess Siti Nurhaliza has found all that in Datuk Khalid. Congratulations to Siti and Datuk K. May this marriage brings joy and happiness and last until eternity.
And I now have to find a new excuse when my mum or aunts ask me when my time will arrive. Previously, I'd answer with.." Nasha Aziz yang cun melecun tu pun belum kawin, Siti pun belum, so, takpela... tak payah risau lagi" . But now, I have to find another excuse since Nasha Aziz is engaged with a photographer and Siti has already tied the knot. Haiiyyaa.. how aaa??
Am i really never good enough for you?
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Sunday, August 06, 2006
♥ A Little Bit of This, A Little Bit of That...
A Little Bit About Akademi Fantasia
I have been buried under tonnes of work and pressure this past few months. Finally, all of it will come to an end - soon I hope. Just waiting for the right moment to enjoy my holidays which I have been planning to go but don't know when yet.
A lot has happened in my daily life. Some may be boring and some maybe just so-and-so to people. But these things really left a great impact on my beliefs and vision.
First and foremost, AF4. I still want to be in the list of commenters about AF4. I have been really into AF since the first season. This season is just so plain dull. I miss the AF1 and AF2 contestants. Their purity and originality really made the viewers - especially me hooked to the daily recaps and the blogging world every single day. There's nothing wrong with the contestants, maybe just the production. No comment about that here since I am considered as blind in this industry. But one thing for sure, maybe I have grown out of it.
Faizal winning this season really was not a big surprise. All 5 finalists have their own credibility. But I guess because of his pureness and humbleness made people vote for him.
Farhan was stunning with Spain. I actually wanted more from her for the single. But I guess it never did happen. It is not totally her fault, but the composer's as well.
Lotter really can entertain people but his vocals were not that strong though. But I guess in a competition like this, that is not a big issue. People and viewers vote through their personality in this event and not on talent only.
Velvet was so and so but I really pity her wardrobe for the concert. She seems to be a fashion victim or in other words, the clown of the concert. The designers for this season is lacking of ideas I think. But one thing for sure, the wardrobe for AF2 was the most superb.
Haziq really showed his capability in singing asli songs. He really nailed it but missed a note at a small part. This boy can really sing well in asli songs despite his age.
Well, congratulations to all 5 finalists.
~%~
A Little Bit About Women Rules
The announcement in papers regarding the next Vice Chancellor of UKM showed people that women nowadays have the power. I guess it is obvious here that sometimes women too can lead. Women can be a strict boss, lenient boss or emotional. Speaking by experience, we seldom make decisions by using the emotional guidance. But sometimes under a lot of stress and during 'that' time of month, the decision made is sometimes influenced by emotions.
Being a lady boss is not easy. You are managing male staffs who sometimes underestimate your capability in being the boss. I really hate those who never respect women as leaders especially your own staff. But as what has been said, you have to earn respects from others. It does not come naturally.
Sometimes lady bosses are being labeled as being to fussy and detailed or emotional. People relate the way of the leadership of lady bosses has something to do with her personal life. Lady bosses who are fussy are always being related to being either a perfectionist or an old maid. Hahaha... I think it is mainly because these people have no lives other than work related things.
Well, let's just leave it to them to decide.
~%~
A Little About My Life
Being me is not easy. Well, anyone can claim that right? But one thing for sure that I always have to console my feelings deep down. I guess it's normal - for me at least.
I have problems in spilling out my problems to people - even my friends let alone my family. LL - out of my reach nowadays. Nothing more can be done. Let him be my past. Just someone that had once touched my heart- in a way. I just can not stand to be hurt. And I don't think I deserve to be hurt like that.
I was somewhat awaken by a comment from a close friend of the truth that I denied for a long time. That comment really made me think hard about this. And with that, I chose to let LL go for good.
Why?
Aku ingin menjadi mimpi indah dalam tidurmu
Aku ingin menjadi sesuatu yang mungkin bisa kau rindu
Karena langkah merapuh tanpa dirimu
Those three lines of the song Dealova was once what I felt about LL. But now...
Karena hati telah letih
But I will survive and I feel 1000 times stronger than before. As in the second part of this entry, it is all about the girl power!!!
I have been buried under tonnes of work and pressure this past few months. Finally, all of it will come to an end - soon I hope. Just waiting for the right moment to enjoy my holidays which I have been planning to go but don't know when yet.
A lot has happened in my daily life. Some may be boring and some maybe just so-and-so to people. But these things really left a great impact on my beliefs and vision.
First and foremost, AF4. I still want to be in the list of commenters about AF4. I have been really into AF since the first season. This season is just so plain dull. I miss the AF1 and AF2 contestants. Their purity and originality really made the viewers - especially me hooked to the daily recaps and the blogging world every single day. There's nothing wrong with the contestants, maybe just the production. No comment about that here since I am considered as blind in this industry. But one thing for sure, maybe I have grown out of it.
Faizal winning this season really was not a big surprise. All 5 finalists have their own credibility. But I guess because of his pureness and humbleness made people vote for him.
Farhan was stunning with Spain. I actually wanted more from her for the single. But I guess it never did happen. It is not totally her fault, but the composer's as well.
Lotter really can entertain people but his vocals were not that strong though. But I guess in a competition like this, that is not a big issue. People and viewers vote through their personality in this event and not on talent only.
Velvet was so and so but I really pity her wardrobe for the concert. She seems to be a fashion victim or in other words, the clown of the concert. The designers for this season is lacking of ideas I think. But one thing for sure, the wardrobe for AF2 was the most superb.
Haziq really showed his capability in singing asli songs. He really nailed it but missed a note at a small part. This boy can really sing well in asli songs despite his age.
Well, congratulations to all 5 finalists.
~%~
A Little Bit About Women Rules
The announcement in papers regarding the next Vice Chancellor of UKM showed people that women nowadays have the power. I guess it is obvious here that sometimes women too can lead. Women can be a strict boss, lenient boss or emotional. Speaking by experience, we seldom make decisions by using the emotional guidance. But sometimes under a lot of stress and during 'that' time of month, the decision made is sometimes influenced by emotions.
Being a lady boss is not easy. You are managing male staffs who sometimes underestimate your capability in being the boss. I really hate those who never respect women as leaders especially your own staff. But as what has been said, you have to earn respects from others. It does not come naturally.
Sometimes lady bosses are being labeled as being to fussy and detailed or emotional. People relate the way of the leadership of lady bosses has something to do with her personal life. Lady bosses who are fussy are always being related to being either a perfectionist or an old maid. Hahaha... I think it is mainly because these people have no lives other than work related things.
Well, let's just leave it to them to decide.
~%~
A Little About My Life
Being me is not easy. Well, anyone can claim that right? But one thing for sure that I always have to console my feelings deep down. I guess it's normal - for me at least.
I have problems in spilling out my problems to people - even my friends let alone my family. LL - out of my reach nowadays. Nothing more can be done. Let him be my past. Just someone that had once touched my heart- in a way. I just can not stand to be hurt. And I don't think I deserve to be hurt like that.
I was somewhat awaken by a comment from a close friend of the truth that I denied for a long time. That comment really made me think hard about this. And with that, I chose to let LL go for good.
Why?
Aku ingin menjadi mimpi indah dalam tidurmu
Aku ingin menjadi sesuatu yang mungkin bisa kau rindu
Karena langkah merapuh tanpa dirimu
Those three lines of the song Dealova was once what I felt about LL. But now...
Karena hati telah letih
But I will survive and I feel 1000 times stronger than before. As in the second part of this entry, it is all about the girl power!!!
Am i really never good enough for you?
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