Tuesday, April 6, 2010

Calling all Malaysian.


,,,for someone with roots from China/India/Thailand/Sumatra and finally in MALAYSIA !…ME !!!,,,,,,The reality of my unsimple lifestyle and living in Malaysia i.e. from the color blind eyes of an apolitical guy plus a firm believer of that all religions do spreads kindness, forgiveness and peace, which the world needs badly. And not bloody naive, to be aware that politically-made laws and wishes can occasionally turn society upside down as they have done so in history. Just again get the politics of our politicians out of the equation, just turn to God, Culture and Humanity; for all perpetuators of wars and bloodshed have clearly turned their backs to GOD.
,,,Indeed now back to our main subject issue, Malaysia is a melting pot of people from all walks of life, various races and origins. A “rojak” bunch if you don’t mind me saying i.e. “mixed salad”. Her population consists of an interesting mix of Malays, Chinese, Indians, Eurasian, Sikh, Iban, Kadazan, Dayaks i.e. all natives tribes combined together, Orang aslis or Aboriginies in Malaya and others of many other uncountable/unknown/yet un-name ethnic communities. !!.
,,,Despite of all of these plus melange of cultures and unique traditions, mutual respect and tolerance are the special qualities that bind all Malaysian together as one.
,,,These diversity of cultures in Malaysia is evident in the colourful spectrum of traditions, festivals and most interestingly cuisines for all to taste and enjoy. Due to population density plus her historical background, Islam is the official religion, however, other religions are being practised freely. Malaysian from various races and cultural backgrounds practise Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity, Sikhism and other faiths. A belief in God makes society more wholesome. God’s teaching and grace makes the world a better place too.
,,,This multiracial population has given rise to many beautiful and charming places of worship. One can appreciate the beauty of the various Mosques, Buddhist and Taoist, Indian and Sikh temples, Thai wats and Churches of different denominations dotting the streets and country sites of Malaysia. It is not impossible to actually find within the same places where mosque, temples, church co-exist along the same street, if not even side by side too. Just stroll along such places at Jalan Masjid Kapitan Kling in Penang, Jalan Tokong in Malacca or Brickfields in Kuala Lumpur plus many locations in Ipoh.
,,,Indeed, with so many interesting cultures co-existing in harmony within her shores, Malaysia and Malaysian naturally boasts a myriad of festivals celebrated throughout the year. The major festivals are Aidilfitri (Eid-ur-Fitr), Chinese New Year, Deepavali, Christmas, Vasakhi, Gawai Dayak and Tadau Ka’amatan. ,,,Its during these colourful fastivals, Malaysians practice a special local concept called “open-house”, an occasion to receive well-wishes and much feasting plus merry-making, as everyone partakes in the gaiety of the occasion. Indeed, all Malaysians of all races, colours and religions join together in the festivities as almost as family members, if not more so.
,,,Such is the “cultures in harmony” in Malaysia and lets work on it to our strategic advantage plus for the future generation to enjoy life and living in Malaysia. Its such a beautiful country and heavenly Kapas Island. hehehe !.
,,,Let us all open our hearts together as truly Malaysian for no one is perfect and we can always find fault if we want to !.
Cheers !…have one on me.

Sunday, April 4, 2010

Those early days.



,,,leading the parade !




,,,Together we all stand tall....trained, well prepared mentally and physically, for any situation.




,,,me and my mates ! Sebatang Karah Camp 1971
,,,below, centre middle guy, that's me-lah with SLR 7.62 my best buddy against the CTs way back then......plus flying them in combat 1976 along the Thai/M'sian border !.

Those were the bloody days, when you fly them in and at times sadly to bring out their bodies....I will always remember you great buddies.....see you in heaven o.k. guys. We all went through "Hell" and back.

,,,YES, indeed !! if only the younger Malaysian knew what we together, tak kira bangsa atau ugama fought as a team against the common enemy.
,,,Yet unfortunately nowadays its the dirty politicians messing the country up !.
,,,However i have not lost the sympathy for people less fortunate in this country plus in this world.
,,,Most malaysian still don’t realised unfortunately on the unfairness to those not born in the right class with the right skin color who could afford the right higher education, such the arrogant assumption that God had created such rule that some are worthier than other races of people. It pains my heart and i hope all will “get it right” in facing a new reality of what the world could be like without inherited advantages !.
,,,But with my hard-won experience, guess its still not too late to share it with others for the betterment of all malaysian, such i might most time sound like an old record player !.
,,,"UNITE together as MALAYSIAN."

“Love cures people – both the giver and the receiver”…it will free us from the weight and pain of life and living.
............................REMEMBERING that I have been to HELL and back !.