Thursday, March 5, 2009
Black Magic Woman-2006
Besides running and drinking, hashing has more than its share of fun. Let's go down to memory lane......
Lock up the bullies under ISA
By Bob Yong
5th March 2009
Our country is now awarded with the degree of a highest order for being the master of all political games. Not a single day goes by without the mass media reporting many sensational stories.
I watched the video of a fracas at Parliament House and was disturbed that a senior, veteran and outspoken Parliament member was stopped from entering the Parliament Assembly by a group of young upstarts, able-bodied but bad mannered men. These bad, rotten apples and so-called youth leaders acted like war-lords, demanding that MP Karpal Singh, who is wheel-chair bound must first apologize (apologize for what?) before being allowed to enter the Parliament Assembly.
I think to myself, who are these people they think they are? Obviously they are acting above the laws. Worst so; this happens right at the door steps of a place we respected as Parliament. Can they be so naïve to believe that this is an educational trip to make them future political leaders? I don’t think so.
These rowdy, abusive and low-down creatures must be thrown in the country’s worst dumpsite and be left there to fester and rot. There is no room for bullies in our midst and they are completely useless and a shame to our society.
In schools, bullies are reprimanded by teachers. Likewise, in politics, the leadership of the political parties can ensure that their stalwarts practice the ethics and good mannerism at all time.
Unquestionably, the sanctity, integrity and supremacy of our Parliament must be protected and upheld by all. Any attempt to usurp power by undemocratic means must be stopped and those responsible must be charged under ISA.
5th March 2009
Our country is now awarded with the degree of a highest order for being the master of all political games. Not a single day goes by without the mass media reporting many sensational stories.
I watched the video of a fracas at Parliament House and was disturbed that a senior, veteran and outspoken Parliament member was stopped from entering the Parliament Assembly by a group of young upstarts, able-bodied but bad mannered men. These bad, rotten apples and so-called youth leaders acted like war-lords, demanding that MP Karpal Singh, who is wheel-chair bound must first apologize (apologize for what?) before being allowed to enter the Parliament Assembly.
I think to myself, who are these people they think they are? Obviously they are acting above the laws. Worst so; this happens right at the door steps of a place we respected as Parliament. Can they be so naïve to believe that this is an educational trip to make them future political leaders? I don’t think so.
These rowdy, abusive and low-down creatures must be thrown in the country’s worst dumpsite and be left there to fester and rot. There is no room for bullies in our midst and they are completely useless and a shame to our society.
In schools, bullies are reprimanded by teachers. Likewise, in politics, the leadership of the political parties can ensure that their stalwarts practice the ethics and good mannerism at all time.
Unquestionably, the sanctity, integrity and supremacy of our Parliament must be protected and upheld by all. Any attempt to usurp power by undemocratic means must be stopped and those responsible must be charged under ISA.
Sunday, March 1, 2009
He's a hasher, he's true blue
By Bob Yong
1st March 2009
I started hashing in year 2000 and have gone through the experience of being terrorized by the wild life habitats that live in the jungle. Snake, bees, leeches and other crawlies are viewed as nuisance to hashers. Proud to say, after more than 500 weekly runs, many of which were treacherous, I have become a hash hardcore. Well, not quite so, as my fellow hashers may like to think otherwise.
Hashing is good for health and shall be recommended and encouraged to people who like outdoor activities, though some may believe that hashing is a dangerous sport. But the most disturbing fact is that many parts of the jungles we used to roam were cut down and destroyed for the sake of modern developments.
To me, I believe hashing besides having a good body workout; it can also promote awareness of environment preservation and ecological balances.
It is time we learn that deforestation has a serious consequences to the wild life and we must accept that animals in the wild have the rights to live and co-exit with us.
Saturday, February 21, 2009
The right of privacy
By Bob Yong
21st February 2009
In no uncertain term, the right of privacy must be protected; more so, when it is blatantly violated in a place where we called home.
In politics, more often than not, those who are quick to judge others are those whose moral character is in question.
These shameful so-called leaders who are themselves immoral are making use of every single opportunity to condemn on the morality of others to gain political mileage.
Assemblywoman, Elizabeth Wong is acknowledged by many that she has done a good job in her duty as an elected state representative. She is firm when dealing with environmental issues and this perhaps causes her to step on toes of those corrupted officials.
I like to quote a passage written by P Gunasegaram from his column, Comment in The Star.
“Let’s admit and acknowledge for a wide section of the public - the vast majority of us normal human beings - there are boyfriends and girlfriends and intimate moments of great privacy. If a partner violates that privacy for any reasons, the other party is not to blame - the blame lies with the person who broke that trust, not the person who gave it.”
I share his view.
I also feel that it is a criminal act for anyone who takes and distributes the pictures which are private in nature and not intended for public circulations. Stricter laws must be at hand to protect privacy, not just for the people in power but for the general public, like you and me. I endorse harsher penalties for those responsible of this criminal act.
It is however difficult to draw a line to separate one’s public and private life when one is holding a public office. The advent of Internet makes it all the more easier for the culprit to do it.
The private lives of politicians are constantly under strict scrutiny and the aspiring politicians must be conscious of their acts and behaviors, lest their dreams to serve the country will be derailed by misfortune.
21st February 2009
In no uncertain term, the right of privacy must be protected; more so, when it is blatantly violated in a place where we called home.
In politics, more often than not, those who are quick to judge others are those whose moral character is in question.
These shameful so-called leaders who are themselves immoral are making use of every single opportunity to condemn on the morality of others to gain political mileage.
Assemblywoman, Elizabeth Wong is acknowledged by many that she has done a good job in her duty as an elected state representative. She is firm when dealing with environmental issues and this perhaps causes her to step on toes of those corrupted officials.
I like to quote a passage written by P Gunasegaram from his column, Comment in The Star.
“Let’s admit and acknowledge for a wide section of the public - the vast majority of us normal human beings - there are boyfriends and girlfriends and intimate moments of great privacy. If a partner violates that privacy for any reasons, the other party is not to blame - the blame lies with the person who broke that trust, not the person who gave it.”
I share his view.
I also feel that it is a criminal act for anyone who takes and distributes the pictures which are private in nature and not intended for public circulations. Stricter laws must be at hand to protect privacy, not just for the people in power but for the general public, like you and me. I endorse harsher penalties for those responsible of this criminal act.
It is however difficult to draw a line to separate one’s public and private life when one is holding a public office. The advent of Internet makes it all the more easier for the culprit to do it.
The private lives of politicians are constantly under strict scrutiny and the aspiring politicians must be conscious of their acts and behaviors, lest their dreams to serve the country will be derailed by misfortune.
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Let us shame the political frogs
By Bob Yong
7th January 2009
I am perturbed with the unbecoming behaviors of the state assembly members in Perak.
The political scene in our country is fast turning into a joke to the world. The question of state assembly members switching camps or frog hopping is getting fashionable in this country. Of late, the Bota state assemblyman can be so fickle that he changed his mind just like changing his clothes. One minute he was leaving BN for PR and the next, he was back with BN. All this happened within a few days. His action, obviously did not speak well for the principles he believes in and neither did he demonstrate his loyalty to any party.
Integrity should play a part in politics. But then again, the past records had proven that such a word, “integrity” is almost not in the mind of these shameful politicians.
Party hopping is not only unethical and immoral; it also reflects the lack of commitments of these hoppers to the people who had elected them.
If a politician can stoop so low to betray their own principles, what can stop them from lying that they did not accept money in the hopping game? These political frogs do not understand or deliberately disregard their conscience in order to enrich themselves at the expense of the people. Virtues like honesty, selflessness, trustworthiness and keeping promises cannot be compromised at all cost. It is not only wrong in the eyes of the public; it also means a total betrayal to his family, party, constituent and country. With so much of wrong doings, how can these shameful activities of the state assembly members are rewarded with millions of ringgit?
I believe and for democracy to prevail, those who jump ship must first resign from their positions and contest again in the by-election. Let the electorates decide on their future. It must be remembered that state assembly members are under oaths to represent and serve their constituents, rather than helping themselves with all the millions.
Shame to these political frogs!!
7th January 2009
I am perturbed with the unbecoming behaviors of the state assembly members in Perak.
The political scene in our country is fast turning into a joke to the world. The question of state assembly members switching camps or frog hopping is getting fashionable in this country. Of late, the Bota state assemblyman can be so fickle that he changed his mind just like changing his clothes. One minute he was leaving BN for PR and the next, he was back with BN. All this happened within a few days. His action, obviously did not speak well for the principles he believes in and neither did he demonstrate his loyalty to any party.
Integrity should play a part in politics. But then again, the past records had proven that such a word, “integrity” is almost not in the mind of these shameful politicians.
Party hopping is not only unethical and immoral; it also reflects the lack of commitments of these hoppers to the people who had elected them.
If a politician can stoop so low to betray their own principles, what can stop them from lying that they did not accept money in the hopping game? These political frogs do not understand or deliberately disregard their conscience in order to enrich themselves at the expense of the people. Virtues like honesty, selflessness, trustworthiness and keeping promises cannot be compromised at all cost. It is not only wrong in the eyes of the public; it also means a total betrayal to his family, party, constituent and country. With so much of wrong doings, how can these shameful activities of the state assembly members are rewarded with millions of ringgit?
I believe and for democracy to prevail, those who jump ship must first resign from their positions and contest again in the by-election. Let the electorates decide on their future. It must be remembered that state assembly members are under oaths to represent and serve their constituents, rather than helping themselves with all the millions.
Shame to these political frogs!!
Friday, February 6, 2009
Goldie-Shih Tzu
Goldie
By Bob Yong
4th February 2009
The Shih Tzu featured in this video is named Goldie and she is a darling to everyone who knows her. Goldie is 3 years old and can perform some simple tricks. She is outgoing and friendly. At times, she can be stubborn and like to think things out for herself. Overall, Goldie is passionate, obedient and likes to stay affectionately close to the owner. If she is left alone, Goldie will cry and her pathetic sight will soften anyone’s heart.
It is recorded that Shih Tzu originated from Tibet for hundreds of years. Shih Tzu in mandarin means lion. As its appearance resembles the lion, it is referred as a lion dog or simply named as “Shih Tzu Kou”. Kou is dog in mandarin.
During the Manchu Dynasty (1643-1911), the lion dogs were the property of royal family and legend has it that anyone owning a Shih Tzu outside the Royal Palace was sentenced to death.
Shih Tzu has a quaint oriental appearance. It looks like a small mandarin with beard and moustache. Shih Tzu is small in size but they are strong and sturdy and must not be mistaken as fragile.
Owning a Shih Tzu often give the owner a wonderful time of companionship.
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