SeaSands in the Sun

"Women hold up half the sky" - Chinese Proverb The book I would like to share with all of you this month is called Half the Sky written by Nicholas Kristof & Cheryl Wudunn. This couple are actually journalists who have covered stories worldwide. This book is a must-read for everyone. It shares candid stories of women all over the world and the difficulties that are faced by them. Prostitution, Sex-trafficking, Rape, War, Childbirth , Education - and how you can help. By reading you can understand a little bit more of how people are living in countries like India, Pakistan, Africa..makes you feel really blessed and fortunate. Most importantly, it makes me realise I should do something to help these women, and not just by donating. Sure the world is free from slavery, but these women are still tied down as 2nd class citizens; the book calls them the 21st century slaves. Unable to have a say in anything decisions, forced to do what their husbands/societies ask them to, it...

I hope you have a wonderful Valentine's! I believe love should be shown everyday and in every way possible and not just on this particular day. Nonetheless I hope you have a fun and memorable day!

When I grow up, I want to be a Dalmation Blossom has spots all over her body, but not on her fur..I guess she can escape Cruella de Ville easier!

Sorry I have not been updating my blog lately..just too many things happening =) Well I would like to wish all of your a very Happy & Prosperous Chinese New Year! May you have a hoppin' time =D

Good song :) Love, Equality, Justice, Innocence, Malice, Refuge, Opression, Freedom You, me We're equal (Ricky Martin) I'm as happy as I can be 'Cause I’m allergic to tragedy The doctor says something’s wrong with me The smile on my face has no remedy So baby, don’t say no Come on and just say yes You know it’s time to keep it simple Let’s take a chance and hope for the best. Life is short, so make it what you wanna Make it good, don’t wait until manana I think I’m cool cause your name’s on this heart shaped tattoo. Now the best thing about me is you Oooooh (Joss Stone) My crying days are now history (history) I had a change of philosophy (philosophy) I take each day as it comes to me And I won’t take myself all that seriously So Babe, don’t say no Come on and just say yes You know it’s time to keep it simple Let’s take a chance and hope for the best Life is short, so make it what you wanna Make it good, don’t wait until mañana I think I’m cool cause your name’s on this hea...

Some sad news to share, our dear cousin's pet rabbit Cuddles passed away on Wednesday! She was a very intelligent rabbit. Ironic that we're going into the Year of the Rabbit soon.. (Chinese New Year). My cousin was so upset that he didn't go to school that day. I hope he feels better soon! Always inquisitive R.I.P Cuddles

Taken by the shaky hands of Oreja ;) We had a wonderful time and strategic location of viewing the fireworks. No doubt the ones we get in Penang cannot be contested with the ones in Sydney or London; I still love fireworks, no matter it's size!~ Also, I've read my book for January! (Thank God for the long weekend). I received a Christmas gift from Spain and I got this as one of my present! I have read this 2 years ago, but re-reading always gives you a different perspective/deeper understanding on something. The version I read previously was simplified. I don't know why the sender had thought highly of my Spanish that I was sent this..I kept referring to the dictionary for the meaning of so many words!! But in the end.I did it! (I think I need to read this again in the coming months to refresh my vocabulary). But I was sooo happy to get this book :) Sure reminds me of my Spanish learning days. Gracias BRN. xoxo :) This book was originally written in French, and the book I h...