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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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Acupressure

Acupoints

Something was definitely wrong And it had been going on for too long Been seeing doctors for years But had seen no improvement to calm my fears.   It’s time to try some other alternative That may yield something positive I have turned to acupressure A traditional Chinese medical measure. Acupressure encourages the movement of qi or life energy Through the ...

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Light Up Our Lives Again, Lord!

Light up our lives again

Oh Life how cruel are thou We feel so helpless now We know life is not meant to be easy But we plead for your mercy.   We are in a state of daze And it has nothing to do with the haze Our world has become a bit dim But we are putting our faith in Him. Oh Lord ...

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Feeling Nostalgic About Enid Blyton

Enid Blyton's Secret Seven books

I was at Smart Bookshop in Permaisuri Imperial City Mall when I saw books of Enid Blyton on some shelves.  It really stirred up a lot of nostalgia. When I was a kid, I was captivated by her books which played a big part in instilling in me a love of reading. I was particularly addicted to The Secret Seven ...

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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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Look In The Mirror First

Look in the mirror first

Look in the mirror first Before you explode in outburst Make sure your own life can withstand a public examination Before you point your finger in accusation.   Many people are loyal to you As long as they need you But once their need of you is gone You’ll be left all alone.   When you pass judgement on another ...

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Oh Concordia, I Miss You!

Sir George Williams Campus

Thirty nine years have gone by Since I bade you goodbye But memories of you linger strong Though our time together did not last long.   With you I spent two and a quarter years That left an indelible memory I hold so dear You instilled in me a desire to learn And that respect is something I need to ...

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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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The Knots & Tangles In Relationships

Knots and tangles

It has been said that relationships are like the tides: they ebb and flow. It’s bliss when the tide is high. But what happens when that tide starts to ebb? When you reach the end of your rope, tie a knot in it and hang on. It is good advice: before you throw in the towel, hang on and try ...

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