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I had been serving as a temporary teacher in SJKC Yu Hua in Kajang before entering teacher training college.
Time really flies, now I had already retired. Teaching career is a tough nut to crack. Teachers have to feature out their duties smartly in order to overcome obstacles encountered.
Every now and then whenever I am enjoying satay, teaching life in SJKC Yu Hua will come to my mind. The time in SJKC Yu Hua was pretty sweet. My colleagues were nice and the students were obedient.
What is 1Malaysia in the mind of the innocent Malaysian children?
As a teacher of primary school for decades, that's nothing more than sharing happily.
We sit side by side and share out everything. Children poem describes the case. If the allocation is not fair, it will cause discontentment.
President of People's Progressive Party, M Kayveas mentioned about the loyalty of Chinese community in his presidential speech during the 58th national congress of PPP recently.
Malacca Carnival was held successfully by Sin Chew Daily on June 26. This festive had collected more than 120,000 ringgit for SJKC Pay Fong 2.
South Korea is a country with four seasons. The temperature in winter is below zero and it's extremely cold. Nowadays, there is diversity of heaters from enormous to mini size. You don't have to worry you will be frozen during chilly winter.
How did Koreans get warm at home in winter during ancient times?
They didn't burn firewood in the living room as the westerners. They dug a hole beneath the wooden floor and burnt firewood to keep the building warm.
Prime Minister of Malaysia Najib Razak appeared on One FM Radio Station on June 23 to show that he is intimate to Chinese community.
There are tons of Chinese primary school buildings which are destroying by termites nationwide. Since Najib Razak is fond of close to Chinese, he should launch a project to eliminate termites in Chinese primary schools.
Najib Razak can invite President of MCA Dr Chua Soi Lek and President of Gerakan Dr Koh Tsu Koon to join him as well. If Najib Razak takes a photo of extinguishing termites in Chinese primary school, certainly he can get a lot of extra points from that.
Since the "rubbish pork" issue had been exposed by ntv7 "Trace File" program, Deputy Agriculture and Agro-based Industries Minister Chua Tee Yong has become a newsmaker.
Based on China Press report, Chua Tee Yong said that those who are unwilling to serve for nation should not be offered government scholarship. Chua Tee Yong who is the son of MCA President Chua Soi Lek, too conceited to make slap happy statement.
Most of the Malaysian government scholars are from which ethnic group? That is not a secret. Chua Tee Yong should know that as fingertips. The injustice policy of BN government is the main obstacle deters Chinese scholars return to Malaysia from overseas.
Malaysia internet rapper becomes famous after altering Malaysia national anthem. He was reported that he wishes to meet with Prime Minster of Malaysia Nazib Razak to fulfill his dream.
NameWee who is from Muar Johor, changed "Negaraku" to "Negarakuku". The response is truly overwhelming. Some people even regard him as a super idol. Since he is so popular, why not carry on with his creative work. Surprisingly, he made an emergency U turn to Putrajaya.
The episode of Malaysia Ministry of Tourism 1.8 million Facebook fan page is truly a good play and still ongoing.
Minister of Tourism Dr Ng Yen Yen who involved in this Malaysian farce had been urged to brief in the Cabinet. She claims that the Cabinet had accepted her explanation. Her Cabinet colleague Minister of Health Liow Tiong Lai believes the Facebook fan page issue is a political agenda of Pakatan Rakyat.
In fact Dr Ng Yen Yen doesn't understand the political scenario in Malaysia. As a Minister of Malaysia government, she should do more homework on formation of government which is mandated by Malaysian.
Malaysia Deputy Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin intimidated Malaysian few months back during Merlimau by-election. Who knows he changes his mind recently on Jasmine Revolution which has swept through Northern Africa.
Based on the news of China Press, Muhyiddin Yassin was reported to be agreed with Jasmine Revolution. This scenario reveals that Muhyiddin Yassin realizes the power of the people can't be neglected.
When you are visiting Korean traditional house in Seoul, you will see many lanterns hanging around the courtyard. These lanterns are red and blue in color.
The name of the red-blue lantern is cheongsachorong. It was displayed during festivals and reception of distinguished guests in the old times. The frame of cheongsachorong is made of iron or wood. The red color of the lampshade represents sky and the blue color symbolizes earth. Between red and blue means mankind.
My wife and I took an Air Asia flight to Seoul South Korea during February. This night scene photo with big red moon was taken at Cheonggyecheon which is a popular tourist attraction in Seoul.
It happened that there was a round red moon in the night sky while we were strolling at Cheonggyecheon. Without any hesitation, I kept on pressing the shutter of my camera. The photos taken were not ideal because my photography technique is not so good.
The controversial Malaysia Minister of Tourism Dr Ng Yen Yen once again got into hot water. DAP Seremban Rasah Member of Parliament Anthony Loke alleges Dr Ng Yen Yen misused of public fund by hiring Impact Creations, an internet network company to setup Facebook fan page.
Facebook fan page service is free of charge but Malaysia Ministry of Tourism allocated 1.8 million for the free service. This is truly one of the 1Malaysia mockeries. It's understandable that Anthony Loke enjoys accusing Dr Ng Yen Yen. Since Dr Ng Yen Yen is in trouble, she has to flog a dead horse. Even Deputy Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin also urges her to clarify in Cabinet.
Malaysia Minister of Health Liow Tiong Lai disclosed to media recently, the preservative levels of dried pork products of Wo Lai Ye (Kiew Brothers) was too high. Ministry of Health ordered the products to be pulled off shelves nationwide immediately.
Malaysia Ministry of Health is always being criticized for its inefficiency. The decisive action taken against Wo Lai Ye was truly out of expectation. This should be the critical effect of 308 political tsunami.
The incident of Wo Lai Ye dried pork food is just the tip of iceberg. Since Barisan Nasional government is people prioritized, Ministry of Health must ban all food which is harmful to consumers. Otherwise voters won't cast their votes for Barisan Nasional.
There are many earthen jars in the courtyard of traditional houses in Seoul Namsangol Hanok Village. These jars are for storing kimchi which is the favorite dish for Koreans.
Kimchi must be preserved at appropriate temperature in order to maintain its freshness and delicious taste. In the old times, kimchi had to be kept in different locations during different seasons. During warm summer, kimchi was placed in well or stream. On the other hand it was buried under ground during chilly winter.
Chinese used to stick spring couplets on doors during Chinese New Year in the old times. It turned out that Korean also liked to do so.
These two photos were taken in Seoul Namsangol Hanok village. The doors of the traditional house were pasted with couplets. The first couplet means auspicious New Year and the second couplet is continuous joyous.
What is this stuff? May be you have seen it in your school text book illustration.
There are pretty many antiquity farming tools well preserved in Namsangol Hanok Village. This hand operated spinning machine is one of the tools. Is it same as the old times spinning machine in your country?
This is an arbor which is built in Namsangol Hanok Village. You should be familiar with this arbor if you are from farm village. Perhaps the structures of the arbors are not alike.
Korean farmers rest and take lunch at the arbor at noon. The harvested crops are placed at the arbor and later transfer to the collection center.
There was a paper craft exhibition when I was visiting Seoul Namsangol Hanok Village. The exhibition was held in the exhibition hall in Namsangol Hanok Village.
The duration of the exhibition was 27 days. It was from February 2 to February 28.
Tuho game was originated from China. This traditional game was very prevalent in palace and officer residences during ancient time.
South Korea government is so dedicated to retain and inherit the game. Now tuho game is pretty popular especially during folk festivals.
Tuho game can be played in groups or individually.
Kelantan Menteri Besar Nik Abdul Aziz Nik Mat sustains Mohamad Sabu to be the Deputy President of PAS. He urges Mohamad Sabu to act as a bridge for PAS to interact with non-Muslims.
Mohamad Sabu won the party presidency with a majority of 21 votes in a three corners fight. He defeated vice-president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man who clinched 399 votes and incumbent Nasharudin Mat Isa who got 224 votes.
President of PAS, Abdul Hadi Awang delivered his keynote speech to more than 1000 delegates during the 57th Muktamar of PAS in Gombak.
Abdul Hadi Awang highlighted "Developing A Welfare Nation" in his hour-long speech instead of Islamic Nation, clearly revealed that the change was in conjunction with the strategy of Pakatan Rakyat. In order to take over Putra Jaya, PAS has to alter its political measure in the coming 13th general election.
This is the wishing well in Seoul Namsangol Hanok Village. Tourists can throw a coin into the well and make a wish.
It turns out that this stuff is also popular in South Korea. Perhaps toss a coin to make a wish is boundless.
At the bottom of the wishing well is full of coins of various countries. The well is just like a wishing well of United Nations.
There is an outdoor stage in Seoul Namsangol Hanok Village. It's located beside the elegant Cheonugak.
A variety of cultural shows are available during weekends and festivals. These presentations include Pansori, folk songs, Mask Dance and Nongak Dance.
Located beside a small pond in Seoul Namsangol Hanok Village, Cheonugak is an elegant Korean traditional pavilion.
From the main entrance of Hanok Village walk for a few steps, the unique Korean Cheonugak is on your left. Watching the crystal clear spring and listening to the patter of rain in Cheonugak is truly poetic.
During my visit to Hanok Village, the water surface of the small pond still frozen. The weather is fine at that time. Therefore I missed the crystal clear spring and the tapping sound of rain.
There are five quaint traditional buildings in Seoul Namsangol Hanok Village.
1. Jaesil of Yun Taekyong in Jegidong
2. House of Queen Yun Sunjeonghyo in Ogindong
3. House of Dophyeonsu Lee Seugup in Samgakdong
4. House of Bumadowi Park Yonghyo in Gwanhundong
5. House of Owijang Kim Chunyoung in Samcheongdong
These houses were shifted and restored in Namsangol Hanok Village. Due to the shabby condition, the residence of Yun family was rebuilt in Namsangol Hanok Village.
Located at Pildong area on northern side of Namsan in Seoul, Namsangol Hanok Village retained the original ambience of Korean traditional courtyard.
Namsangol Hanok Village originally was a summer resort during Joseon Dynasty. South Korean government transformed the venue into an ancient village for Seoul residences and foreign tourists to visit.
Namsangol Hanok Village closes on every Tuesday and admission is free. The opening hours: April to October is from 9 am to 9 pm. November to March is from 9 am to 8 pm.
Located at level 2 of Seoul Youth Hostel, MIZY Centre is Seoul Youth Cultural Exchange Centre. MIZY Centre provides diversity of international youth exchange programs.
MIZY Centre started operating since 2000 and currently manages by South Korea UNESCO National Committee. Facilities of Seoul Youth Hostel can be used by participants who attend the activities organizes by MIZY Centre.
Tired of strolling or exercising, take a rest at the arbour in the recreation park of Seoul Youth Hostel.
A little rest could go a long way. When you had recovered from weariness, explore again the bustling and the glamour of Seoul.
