ITS A HALLOWEEN SEASON

Friends, since its a Halloween season, I have one true story to tell.

I remembered very clearly on that incident, its was an eerie and unhappy day for me.

I was in a hospital after I lost my second pregnancy. Everytime, I enter any hospital, I will feel uneasy. Anyway, I was the only one in that hospital room that night and I really couldn't sleep. I have requested the Doctor to give me some sleeping pills early cause I will know that I will need it later. After twisting and turning for a few times and it was way 12am, I decided to take the sleeping pills.

However, after taking the sleeping pill I still unable to doze off. Anyway, mabye after 2 to 3hours later I was still half awake and half asleep. There was this man figure slipping in and out the door and trying to come near my bed. I really can feel it was not human at all but I was a bit scare that the figure will come too close to me and suddenly I remembered the Kuan Yin mantra. I say my prayers and the man figure disappear immediately and I feel very calm and fall into deep sleep.

The next morning, I asked my husband whether he have come visit me in the middle of the night or not. And his answer was, are you mad ! of COURSE NOT!

The TRUTH about PLASTIC !

Did you ever drink from a plastic bottle and see a triangle symbol on the bottom with a number inside?



Do you know what the number stands for?
Did you guess that it's just for recycling?
Then you are WRONG !!!!!!
THE NUMBER TELLS YOU THE CHEMICAL MAKE UP OF THE PLASTIC.....

1) Polyethylene terephalate (PET)
2) High density polyethylene (HDPE)
3) Unplasticised polyvinyl chloride (UPVC) or Plasticised polyvinyl chloride (PPVC)
4) Low density polyethylene LDPE
5) Polypropylene (PP)
6) Polystyrene (PS) or Expandable polystyrene (EPS)
7) Other, including nylon and acrylic
What you aren't told is that many of the plastics used are toxic and the chemicals used to create a plastic can leach out of the plastic and into the food / drink.
Think about it, how many times have you or a friend said "I don't like this, it taste like the plastic bottle ..... "
THAT'S BECAUSE YOU ARE TASTING THE PLASTIC
The WORST ONES are Nos: 3, 6, and 7 !!!

DO NOT USE THESE NUMBERS if stated at the bottom of the bottle) !!!



Check out this chart that breaks down the plastic, its uses and chemical makeup
(I find #7 a little scary)
http://www.epd.gov.hk/epd/english/environmentinhk/waste/guide_ref/guide_plascod3.html



Reusing plastic bottles by refilling them is NOT a good idea.WATCH THIS VIDEO:
http://video.wnbc.com/player/?id=238518

Microwaving plastic containers affects the chemical make up of the plastic, allowing the chemical substances to destabilize and leach out more quickly into the food you are reheating. You can check out this article that ran in the Wall Street Journal:
http://www.mindfully.org/Plastic/Microwave-Health-Problems.htm

EVEN one of my favorite "RUMOR DEBUNKING" websites,URBANLEGENDS.ABOUT.COM

Lists the information as: overblown with a grain of TRUTH
READ the FULL 3 pages of the article!
http://urbanlegends.about.com/library/bl-microwave-dioxin.htm

AVOID re-using plastic bottles RIGHT AWAY !!!

10 Most Amazing Temples in the World

Tiger's Nest Monastery, perched precariously on the edge of a 3,000-feet-high cliff in Paro Valley , is one of the holiest places in Bhutan
Wat Rong Khun in Chiang Rai, Thailand is unlike any Buddhist temples in the world.
Prambanan is a Hindu temple in Central Java , Indonesia . The temple was built in 850 CE, and is composed of 8 main shrines and 250 surrounding smaller ones


No one knows exactly when the Shwedagon Paya [wiki] (or Pagoda) in Myanmar was built - legend has it that it is 2,500 years old though archaeologists estimate that it was built between the 6th and 10th century.



emple of Heaven is a Taois. temple in Beijing , the capital of China . The temple was constructed in 14th century by Emperor Yongle of the Ming Dynasty
Chion-in Temple (wiki) was built in 1234 CE to honor the founder of Jodo ( Pure Land ) Buddhism, a priest named Honen, who fasted to death in the very spot


In the 19th century, Dutch occupiers of Indonesia found a massive ancient ruin deep in the jungles of Java. What they discovered was the complex of Borobudur, a gigantic structure built with nearly 2 million cubic feet (55,000 m?) of stones. The temple has nearly 2,700 relief panels and 504 Buddha statues.



The Harmandir Sahib (meaning The Abode of God) or simply the Golden Temple [wiki] in Punjab , India is the most sacred shrine of Sikhism.


The Temple of Srirangam (Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple [wiki]), in the Indian city of Tiruchirapalli (or Trichy), is the largest functioning Hindu temple in the world (Ankor Wat is the largest of all temple, but it is currently non-functioning as a temple - see below).
Last but definitely not least is the largest temple in history and the inspiration to countless novels and action movies of Hollywood : Ankor Wat.

The Hunter & Monkey

I have to withdraw my article on "Green Ghost & Red Ghost" coz my memory failed me.. I can't recall the exact story and the worst part of it is that I have no clue about the answer....(so so -ree huh..) Will check with my nephew again the next time I see him.

Try this one - another masterpiece from the same nephew. Basically a six-year-old has very innocent thought. So just work on the logic and dun think otherwise. A person who knows monkeys well enough will solve it easily....

A hunter was exhilarated when he saw a bird perching on a tree. Without a second thought, he aimed his gun at the target. On the same moment, a little monkey appeared at the back of the hunter. Only a few steps away from the hunter, the monkey was observing in curiosity. Obviously he wasn't aware on the meaning of danger. Shortly, the hunter pulled the trigger let out a loud bang!

Well, sad to say that this may very well be the absolute lousiest hunter ever! Apparently, he missed his shot and the bird took a flight immediately. Then...what happened to the monkey? Oh my god, it's nose was bleeding profusely.

Do you know why?

Clue: It wasn't a backfire.

Manggo and Coconuts tree in the City

Our family went to a Indian friend house for Deepavali, saw the delicious manggo and coconut tree. Lam was so happy even climbing the friend's brick fence to try to pluck all the manggoes.

Jason just couldn't resist the temptation of the coconuts.... he try to pluck all the coconut from the poor tree. Just look at the smile on his face!

Brother help! Jeffery to the rescue.........No worry brother is here!
Hehehe....... I am the smartest....you all do all the dirty job and I will just stand here to catch it!

Today Lesson

REPEATED DANCE

Mamma Mia
My New Life

NEW DANCE

Mad House to Max

Demonstrated by Joyce & students

This Plant Will Kill Your Dog (And Maybe Your Kids)

Beware, you may have this plant at home.

A STORY I RECEIVED FROM A EMAIL.....

We were letting our dog play outside all day Sunday and upon checking on him found that he had yanked a small houseplant off of the deck and was chewing on the root of it. He chews on all kinds of plants in the yard and I thought of tossing it over the fence but figured he would just try to dig under to get it so unfortunately I let him keep it. A couple hours later we let him in the house and he's foaming yellow froth, drooling, and shaking. 20 minutes later we are in the emergency vet and are told the prognosis is not good and he'll likely die.

Leaves and male cone of Cycas revoluta.

female reproductive structure

The plant is called a Sago Palm and its highly poisonous to both pets and humans.

A chemical in the plant called cycasin is toxic and often causes permanent liver damage as well as neurological damage if enough of the poison is absorbed by the body.

The seeds are the most poisonous part of the plant and the effects on humans are seizures, coma and death. Of course you and I wouldn't just yank off a chunk of this plant and gnaw on it but the seeds are colorful so if you have kids and Sago palm in your yard educate them on the danger or get rid of the plant.

Fortunately our dog was one of the lucky ones. I later discovered that our dog vomited the plant in the yard soon after swallowing it, and after 2 days in the vet on IV, and having a ball of charcoal inserted in his stomach, a test revealed that his liver was recovering and he came home. Sadly few people are aware of how dangerous this plant, many have lost their dogs, and even many veterinarians are unaware.

This plant doesn't carry a warning label and is becoming popular in Walmart, Lowes, and Home Depot so spread the word.

Bitter Melon (Bitter Gourd)

Bitter melon is one of the bestvegetable-fruit that helps improvediabetic and toxemia conditions.

Nutritional Benefits

Bitter gourds are very low in calories but dense with precious nutrients. It is an excellent source of vitamins B1, B2, and B3, C, magnesium, folic acid, zinc, phosphorus, manganese, and has high dietary fiber. It is rich in iron, contains twice the beta-carotene of broccoli, twice the calcium of spinach, and twice the potassium of a banana.

Bitter melon contains a unique phyto-constituent that has been confirmed to have a hypoglycemic effect called charantin. There is also another insulin-like compound known as polypeptide P which have been suggested as insulin replacement in some diabetic patients.

Health Benefits
Few other fruits/vegetables offer medicinal properties for these ailments like bitter melon does.

Blood disorders:
Bitter gourd juice is highly beneficial for treating blood disorders like blood boils and itching due to toxemia. Mix 2 ounces of fresh bitter gourd juice with some lime juice. Sip it slowly on an empty stomach daily for between four and six months and see improvement in your condition.

Cholera:
In early stages of cholera, take two teaspoonfuls juice of bitter gourd leaves, mix with two teaspoonfuls white onion juice and one teaspoonful lime juice. Sip this concoction daily till you get well.

Diabetes mellitus:
Bitter melon contains a hypoglycemic compound (a plant insulin) that is highly beneficial in lowering sugar levels in blood and urine. Bitter melon juice has been shown to significantly improve glucose tolerance without increasing blood insulin levels.

Energy:
Regular consumption of bitter gourd juice has been proven to improve energy and stamina level. Even sleeping patterns have been shown to be improved/stabilized.

Eye problems:
The high beta-carotene and other properties in bitter gourd makes it one of the finest vegetable-fruit that help alleviate eye problems and improving eyesight.

Hangover:
Bitter melon juice may be beneficial in the treatment of a hangover for its alcohol intoxication properties. It also help cleanse and repair and nourish liver problems due to alcohol consumption.

Immune booster:
This bitter juice can also help to build your immune system and increase your body's resistance against infection.

Piles:
Mix three teaspoonfuls of juice from bitter melon leaves with a glassful of buttermilk. Take this every morning on empty stomach for about a month and see an improvement to your condition. To hasten the healing, use the paste of the roots of bitter melon plant and apply over the piles.

Psoriasis:
Regular consumption of this bitter juice has also been known to improve psoriasis condition and other fungal infections like ring-worm and athletes feet.

Respiratory disorders:
Take two ounces of fresh bitter melon juice and mix with a cup of honey diluted in water. Drink daily to improve asthma, bronchitis and pharyngitis.

Toxemia:
Bitter gourd contains beneficial properties that cleanses the blood from toxins. Sip two teaspoonfuls of the juice daily to help cleanse the liver. Also helpful in ridding jaundice for the same reasons

Caution
Do not consume more than two ounces of bitter melon, or more than two melons a day. Excessive consumption may cause mild abdominal pain or diarrhea. Diabetics taking hypoglycemic drugs will need to alter the dosage of their drugs if they consume bitter melon on a regular basis. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnant women should avoid taking too much bitter gourd or its juice as it may stimulate the uterus that may lead to preterm labor.

HEALTH AND YOUR ATTENTION TO FITNESS

Health - Very Very Important Tips

Answer the phone by LEFT ear.

Do not drink coffee TWICE a day.

Do not take pills with COOL water.

Do not have HUGE meals after 5pm.

Reduce the amount of OILY food you consume.

Drink more WATER in the morning, less at night.

Keep your distance from hand phone CHARGERS.

Do not use headphones/earphone for LONG period of time.

Best sleeping time is from 10pm at night to 6am in the morning.

Do not lie down immediately after taking medicine before sleeping.

When battery is down to the LAST grid/bar, do not answer the phone as the radiation
is 1000 times.

Forward this to those whom you CARE about!

Madhouse to the Max

This a video line dance downloaded from you tube and its a very cool dance just for you.

ENJOY !!!!

Today Lesson

Repeated Dance

Dont Push me

NEW DANCE

Mamma Mia

OUR KIDS

I heard a lot about spoilt kids this era in a recent radio channel. I even encounter those kids rolling on the floor and crying out loud to get what they want.

Luckily, I dont encounter this with my kids. This is the following question I would like to ask the parents;

1) Where did they learn this kind of rebellious and fighting attitude?
Children are just a piece of white paper, they learn very fast from the TV and from us. So, be careful do not quarrel in front of them. Especially your attitude, it will influence them immediately.

2) Do you understand them?
Understand them why they are so eager to get what they want. Its because they are influence by their friends or cousin who have this toys. They want to show off to get the attention from their friends.

3) Do they respect and love you?
Always remind them that you love and respect them and they will do the same. Explain to them whats the meaning of respect and love. Dont show them you love by buying toys or do what they want.

4) Do you know what is the consequences if the children get what they want?
Did you feel quilty of spending less time with them? Is the toys a bribe to replace the loss time with them? This not love by bribing them with toys cause you are spoiling them. And imagine if they are all grown up with this kind of attitude, they will lie to get what they want. I seldom bring my kids to the toys shop and the only place we visit is to the book stores or buy some educational toys even I can afford it. I will explain to them where our money comes from and how our money is being use for the benefit all in the family. Do maths with your kids on how to handle money wisely.

5) Do you talk to them face to face? or you just grumble and warn them?
Talk to them face to face if you found out or notice that they did something wrong. Warned them not to repeat the mistake or you will punish them.(make sure you really punish them).

This is one of the true happening that I encounter;

One day, my youngest son, offered to wash my car for RM2. Of course, I immediately agreed and I told him that he owed me RM48. He was surprised and I asked me why. I told him that I am his driver during this tuition lesson and my fees is RM38 and plus the petrol is RM10.

Later, I explain to him that its not the matter of whether I can afford it or not, I just want to let him know that we did a lot of things together as a family and cannot be so calculative.

Herbal treatment for High Blood pressure & cholesterol

MOK YEE (CLOUD EAR, WOOD EAR)

I would like to share this secret for treating high cholesterol which I received it in my email. Its no harm in trying this new recipe.

Review: (STORY LINE)

I immediately followed an advice of a friend who told me about Black fungus
(Mok Yee). He had four block heart arteries, over 90 percent blocked. His
cardiologist advised him to go for bypass surgery, failing which he would suffer
an imminent heart attack. His sinseh ( chinese physician) friend advised him
against surgery as the procedure would be messy, painful and expensive.

He followed the advise of his sinseh friend by consuming Mok Yee daily. After
consuming boiled Mok Yee juice for 40 days, he went for an angiogram. His
heart specialist was surprised and shocked that his arteries were all cleared
of any blockage and it would not be necessary to see him for another 10 years!

My observation is that Mok Yee juice is not only effective in treating high blood
cholestrol but also helps to bring relief to joint paints, arthritis and poor blood
circulation.

The internet info. claims : that Mok yee reduces blood clot, preventing thrombosis,
atherosclerosis and coronary heart disease,and cancer.Black Fungus contains
abundant protein, ferric, calcium, vitamin, rough fibre, the content of protein is
equal to meat.

Preparation :

1) Pick a hand full of Mok Yee and soak in water for 1-2 hours
2) Wash Mok Yee and cut to pieces with scissors.
3) Pour five bowls of plain water into slow cooker (crock pot)
4) Put 2-3 slices of ginger, 8-10 red dates, 20 kay chee(wolf berry)
into crock pot.
5) Bring to boil for 8 hours. One and a half bowls of Mok Yee juice will remain
after boiling overnight.

Consumption : You may consume for 10 to 14 days according to the severity
of the problem. For those with low blood pressure consume less or only
for alternate days.

Drink Mok Yee first thing in the morning with an 'empty stomach'. Consume
at least one large bowl. Take breakfast 2 hours later.

Side effects - you may feel a little tired after 3- 4 days. Consume multivitamins
and fresh fruits and vegetables daily. Do not eat oily or fried foods during
this period.

Observation : Dark and oily stool during the first two days.

Remarks : Cholesterol medication is chemical in nature and may harm the liver.
Mok Yee is a plant and does not contain chemicals.

TODAY LESSON

REPEATED DANCE

When I cry

NEW DANCE

Dont push me

Watch out for crocodiles!

Our blog seems to be very quite & low traffic lately. Everyone seems to mind their own biz more than contributing into this blog. Hey! Are you guys still on Raya Leave?? Our poor Chief Blogger Christina seems to be the sole entertainer at the moment even to the extend of revealing her "bedroom secret" to everyone out there.
What? You miss the article?? Nothing much lar, it's not behind closed doors but at the back of the draperies..Come on, let's not be too serious about our daily biz okay...:p

Why not play this......

During my old school days, I used to play lots of brainteasers, riddles, pop quiz and puzzles with my frens. We really enjoyed the guessing game and luv to do it during our pastimes. Although sometime we took weeks to solve some of the puzzles, we enjoy the challenges in finding the solutions for the trickiest riddles. Some of the riddles & brainteasers are our very own invention and don't undermine us, our own creation can be very tricky too, beyond imagination. Well, since all of you are getting bored with blogging, come and join me with the fun of guessing. Herewith one of my best brainteasers:

At the southern part of the Kelantan State, there was a swampy area which was the habitat of ferocious crocodiles. During the monsoon days, the flood water swept away a nearby village including all the livestocks and hence, our poor crocodiles have to suffer from hunger pangs for weeks. These predator beasts were so damn starving that they decided to lurk underneath the water, in wait for any animals which wander close before they could attack and feasting themselves.

It was then a sunny afternoon and a wild boar was walking towards the river, the part of the water where most of these crocodile are hiding. Oh dear..he wanted to get across the river! First, he observed the surrounding and contemplating whether he should take chances. At last, since there was no other option, he decided to thread across the river. Amazingly, he was able to cross over to the other side of the river,unharmed.. Hey! The crocodiles did not attack it.

Why??

Whoever solve this brainteaser will get a present...have fun guessing!!

Today Lesson

Today dance lesson consist of previous dance as our instructor have gone to Christmas Island for dance party.

After the dance we were offered a delicious porridge cooked by Yu Har's husband Lee. Some of us have taken at least two bowls of this delicious peanut, chicken, "Tai Tau choy" porridge.

CURTAINS FOR DOORS

Today, I brought my children to the Kepong market because I need to buy my eldest son's favorite food to cook. He is back for his break from UTAR and he dont have any proper meal(home cooked) . As a mother, I am always worried that he dont have enough to eat. Some of his favorite food are......"Lam Yu Chicken Wings", steam "Fei Choy yu" with special sauce from Banting, fried "Tung Choy" with eggs and salted vegetable soup(ingredients:- taufu, tomato, carrot, Onions, ginger and not forgetting the "chu Kuat")

Others than the food, I have also brought the curtains as well and it looks cool. There are two stores selling this curtains. After, I bought this curtain from a lady which she reluctantly give me only RM5 discount. There is another stores that sell the same curtain and he are willing to give more discount happily. The next purchase, I will sure buy from the guy.

This curtain cost RM40 and I got it for RM35.

This one cost RM30.

One Flaw In Women

I received an email from a friend and think that is worth positing in this blog for a reminder that we are all one great woman.

One Flaw In Women

Women have strengths that amaze men.
They bear hardships and they carry burdens,
But they hold happiness, love and joy!
They smile when they want to scream.
They sing when they want to cry.
They cry when they are happy
And laugh when they are nervous.
They fight for what they believe in.
They stand up to injustice.
They don't take "no" for an answer.

When they believe there is a better solution,
They go without so their family can have.

They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.
They love unconditionally.
They cry when their children excel and cheer when their friends get awards.

They are happy when they hear about a birth or a wedding.

Their hearts break when a friend dies.
They grieve at the loss of a family member, Yet they are strong when they think there is no strength left.

They know that a hug and a kiss can heal a broken heart.

Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors.
They'll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail you
To show how much they care about you.
The heart of a woman is what makes the world keep turning.
They bring joy, hope and love.
They have compassion and ideas.
They give moral support to their Family and friends.

Women have vital things to say And everything to give.

HOWEVER, IF THERE IS ONE FLAW IN WOMEN IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH.