Malaysia

Tim’s Seaside Hideout Resort

The lovely beach house

Are you in the mood for some serenity away from the hustle and bustle of city life? Do you yearn to be able to relax in a back-to-nature retreat? Well, you are in luck if you are in Miri.  Just head your way to Tim’s Seaside Hideout Resort tucked away in a secluded seaside location at Beraya Beach along Jalan ...

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Paradise Lost

Paradise

I dreamed of paradise Filled with things so beautiful Exotic birds That sang so melodiously Colourful flowers That sent their fragrance afar Butterflies with intricate designs That danced in joy from flowers to flowers Misty forests That welcomed me with their cool embrace Delicious fruits That thrilled my taste buds Air so pure That revitalized my lungs People so kind ...

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150th Anniversary Of The Issuance of Sarawak’s First Stamp

the First Day Cover issued in commemoration of the 150th Anniversary of the issuance of the first stamp of Sarawak.

Pos Malaysia Berhad launched its latest stamp series “150 Years Sarawak Stamps” today in commemoration of the 150th Anniversary of the issuance of the first stamp of Sarawak on March 1, 1869. Only 22,000 miniature sheets priced at RM5 each were issued and as expected, they are selling like hot cakes. The miniature sheet features the images of some Sarawak ...

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Oh Coco Cabana Has A Duck!

The rubber duck on exhibition at Coco Cabana

Miri’s Coco Cabana is never short of action, especially right now with the ongoing Miri Marina Bay Water Theme Park and the big yellow duck exhibition.The duck exhibition,  organised by ATPD Sn Bhd, will run till July 21 and is open from 3pm to 10pm. Admission is RM5 per person and the first 10,000 visitors will receive a free small ...

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1963 : A Slice Of Bread And Jam by Tommy Rhattigan

1963 A Slice of Bread and Jam by Tommy Rhattigan

A friend of mine lent me the book “1963 A Slice of Bread and Jam” by Tommy Rhattigan a couple of months ago but because I have so many books on my TBR list, I did not get around to reading it until a couple of days ago. I thought it is a gloomy type of book about abject poverty ...

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Reunion Diner Miri

Dancing pole chicken

Today is my wife’s birthday and we decided to have dinner at Reunion Diner (團圓飯店) in Pujut 7. We have heard good reviews about the restaurant especially its signature dish known as dancing pole chicken. In case you are not sure of its location, it is in the same area as Hank’s Meat & Wine. The restaurant has a nice ...

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It’s Fun To Be Malaysian

Yellow balloon

  Cartoons are meant to entertain But some can cause you to be detained.   Balloons are usually meant for kids But yellow balloons for some strange reasons give some adults fits.   Baboons are monkeys belonging to the genus Papio But some humans are moronic baboons we have to endure.   Keep a watchful eye over your chocolates Crying ...

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RIP, Catherine!

Catherine Janet Tiwi

Real heroes don’t wear capes, they teach. – Unknown Catherine Janet Tiwi was her name A passionate teacher who never sought fame Her heroics saved someone’s life But she paid the ultimate price.   She is now gone To her eternal home Leaving behind her legacy And public anger at government bureaucracy.   She’ll be remembered as a hero Her ...

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A Glorious Day In Miri

Goodnight Mr Sun

June 28 began with a glorious rainbow A creation of light after a rainfall Like light passing through a prism The sighting of a rainbow brings optimism June 28 is coming to its end There is a sign it may rain The sky is a kaleidoscope of colours With the sun surrounded by a halo. It’s time to say goodnight ...

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A New Malaysia

A new Malaysia

It is exciting times in Malaysia A country promoted as truly Asia Emerging from a decade of darkness It now aspires to be a nation of greatness.   GE14 paved the way People power held sway With a corrupt regime overthrown A new government promising hope was born.   The RAHMAN prophecy has been fulfilled It must have been God’s ...

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