Unpatriotic Patriotism

As independence day approaches, the streets are lit with bright neons marking how near we are to the day it all started. Alleys are filled with banners that read the idea that many thought would never come. "Merdeka!", as Tengku put it, lives strongly in the hearts of many Malaysians especially of the older generation who lived to tell. Malaysians find this glorious day more than just a mundane holiday. It is a true compilation of a journey built on blood, fears, tears and courage. Merdeka was a new glimpse of hope.

I have strong feelings for her, not because I am old but due to the simple virtue of patriotism. O' Lord, I don't even know whether I can consider myself one. So, before the 31st passes and I start putting aside the significance of it by burying myself with everyday responsibilities, allow me to pen down a few thoughts before it slips my mind.

Malaysia, once a glorious nation and an ASEAN economic powerhouse, was a role model for many developing Asian countries. She was a country that saw speedy GDP growth as well a vibrant life. The young nation was the world's leader in tin mining as well as the owner to the world's tallest building before being overtaken by Taipei 101. It is renowned for a world class infrastructure. With that in mind, this is a nation blessed not only with natural resources but also with the potential of realizing the affluent dream. But, that was history.

The present Malaysia despite being mighty by appearance is crippled by rampant corruption and shameless scandals that relate not only to national security but to the whole economic wellbeing as well. It really pains me to see a country like this reduced into such a state. Coupled with incompetency, negligence and arrogance of the government, citizens are often disappointed and upset with the administrative abilities the government has to offer. In the light of this, one might be able to comprehend the gravity of such helplessness when he/she walks into governmental agencies. These limbs of the government are known to be slow as well as inefficient with their responsibilities to the extent that there is no essence of co-operation within the agencies. Many times, department A finds that they can't process documents without department B's approval and thus refers the poor man to the latter only to find that both of them can't do shit. The public sector is too rigid and has too many protocols in them that they find themselves in a straightjacket. I am often overwhelmed with such awe that my jaws need to undergo surgery once every month.

Money makes the world go round and bribery is very much the problem in Malaysia. It might seem that this is they only way to keep the stagnant system moving. Moving away from the government, I often have visiting foreigners who are friends of mine that would not rest without complaining about how unscrupulous traders and cabbies can be. What ever happened to public order? Who's to blame? I'm very certain that there are those who are more responsible than others but if you are looking for the guilty, you need only look into the mirror.

So, as for me, I will work for the Malaysian dream I've always believed in. As to the fate of my beautiful nation, I leave it with trust to the ruling party with a stern warning that the given authority should never be abused or face judgement from the people, by the people. May you live up to the legitimate expectations expected from you and make the nation that I'm prepared to bleed for strong again. It is time to revive the potentials of our motherland.

Selamat Hari Kebangsaan. Keranamu, Malaysia.

Saya TRANSEKSI Lagi!

Hari ini, Gua transeksi lagi.

Ini lagu memang best best!


R.I.P Yasmin.

R.I.P Yasmin.

I'll miss you a lot you know...
Good people like you should live longer...

I LIKE!

Hari ini, GUA transeksi di CD-Rama!
LU tak faham GUA bicara apa?
Logik dekat sini:

Communication = Komunikasi
Confrontation = Konfrantasi
Action = Aksi
Transaction = Transeksi la

Relek sikit, GUA bukan pondan.
Tetapi GUA manyak manyak suka ini.
Kerana GUA sokong musik anak Malaysia.
Pemusik ini adalah Zee Avi.
Nama lagu best best dia ialah "Pahit Hati".

GUNALAH BAHASA MALAYSIA! MALAYSIAKU GEMILANG!

PEK CHEK AH!

To whom it may concern,

Uni, vfs, Kolej College and other bledy visa application board giving you too many problems?

Ok. The Chao Chee Bhye Chao Ang Mor giving us so many Chao problems and the ChaoChee Bhye Kindergarten seems to be so Chao Kang when we ask them simple questions hor? Although the Chao teacher-in-charge talk to you so nicely but the Chao problem is still not solved. You all Chao Chee Bhye students need some Chao Chiao Sai guidance right?

I got this from doing research on Chao Chee Bhye websites like the "KANASAI CHAO CHEE BHYE KUBAI LANJIAO" Border Office website, etc:

Should you want to apply to that Chao Ang Mor country to do your Chiak Sai paper in the Chao Ang Mor university, you all cocksters would need to:

Get 40 miserable points. I think I play Mario also easier than this Chee Bhye point system ah!

30 points if:

1)You have obtained a visa letter (unconditional acceptance)

2)Also bledy make sure that your school is registered with the UK Border Agency

30 points will be awarded to you if the above details are in order.

For the remaining 10 points. You will need:

1)An individual or join-account in your name indicating the availability of the following:

(a)Full fees for the first year, as stated in the bledy visa letter. If you have paid part of the fees, please show an original receipt as evidence.

(b)Maintenance fee of pounds sterling 5,400 per annum (outside London) or pounds sterling 7,200 per annum (in London)

(c)The stated amounts must be made available in cash. Fixed deposits are acceptable. Bonds, stocks or pension fund accounts are NOT.

Among these, don't forget to bring more needed shit. They are:

1)Current and previous passports.

2)A photocopy of the bio-data page of the current passport.

3)A recent passport-sized photograph with a white background.

4)Original education certificates used to apply to British institution.

5)One set of photocopy for all documents submitted.

6)Two sets of detailed itemised list for all documents submitted.

Alternatively, you can download the checklist at www.vfs.-uk-my.com/documents.aspx

After you have completed your checklist of items, log on to www.visa4uk.fco.gov.uk to fill up the online application form. Once the form is completed and submitted, print a copy of the form. Should there be any need to reprint the form, it will be available in the system for up to three months after the date of submission.

Other forms that are needed are

1)The student survey fnorm

2)Student self-assessment form

Having said that, you will need to make an appoinment at www.vfs-uk-my.com to register your application and to have your biometric data taken. You will also need to pay the visa fees. The fee table can be found at www.vfs-uk-my.com/visafees.aspx.

Last but not least bring your application form, original documents and visa fees on the appointment day to:

The UK Visa Application Centre

Suite 19.06, 19th Floor,

Wisma MCA, Jalan Ampang

50450 Kuala Lumpur

Tel:03-2164 9323

You will be able to track your visa status at www.vfs-uk-my.com.

I hope this post would be helpful to anyone who needs it. All the best in your application and I wish you success in the new chapter of your life.