Hello Malaysia!

Trip to Malaysia, of course, is not always as lavish as Hong Kong, but somehow, oddly enough, I feel extraordinarily rejuvenating and fulfilling after my holiday. Time sure has gone by so quickly, I wish I could have more time to spend with my family and friends...

Ten days holiday wasn't enough with our schedule packed with family and friends gatherings, leaving us with only very little time together and mostly on the horrendous traffic jam anyway.

Despite all the hassles and the mucking around, I am still grateful for being able to introduce Alex the culture and lifestyle I grew up with. You know... things like the old indian barber shop, the durian, the teh tarik, the mooncake festival and my oil painting passion... Believe it or not, this is one of my long-forgotten masterpieces I painted when I was still a school girl. I doubt if I can still produce such an amazing artwork after 10 years.

Alex seemed to enjoy himself particularly the time he spent with his grandfather (we called him Kung Kung). I have heard many great stories about Kung Kung when he was young, like starting his own engineering business at young age of 25, being commended and respected by the British Colonel, he was invited by the then Japanese Prime Minister for more engineering businesses, followed by the Datoship offer by the Sultan of Pahang. I am even more convinced after spoken to Kung Kung myself. He spoke very good English and at 91 years old, he is still very sharp and strong, both mentally and physically.

Oh dear... I am missing Malaysia already thinking about the people I met (including the friendly staff at the hotel we stayed in), the climate, the food and the inexpensive cost of living. Where on earth could you find garlic this cheap?

There are many little things about Malaysia that make me happy like the star pillows we bought from a random gift shop at Midvalley megamall. I like them because they are soft, furless and easy to clean ^_^

And the waffle we ate at a random cafe at 1-utama shopping centre.
This waffle is huge! I reckon it is as big as my face and it cost us only RM7+ each, topped with ice cream, fresh fruit and whipped cream... Yummm...!

It didn't take much to put a grin on my face at all... ^_^



Malaysia has indeed changed a lot since the past few years. I could barely recognised the buildings and streets anymore. There's certainly been a lot of advancement though I still mesmerise the good old days we used to spend our time at the lake garden and playground. Back in those days, happiness is as simple as sharing a plate of chee cheong fun with some friends. Unlike now, everything seems so commercialised and superficial.

Our families and friends have been very kind to organise and take us to many dinners and gatherings and they are what made the trip exceptionally meaningful. I would certainly want to come back again and I am glad that Alex feels the same way too.