Samsung Malaysia “Get-To-Know” Bloggers Gathering

Last Thursday I was invited by Donovan to attend an event organised by Samsung. It is actually an approach by Samsung to get to know the bloggers in town. The Samsung people would like to share their experience and to spread that they are not just only producing good quality mobile phones.

The event was organised at The Pool, Jalan Ampang and it was my second time going there. The event was suppose to start at 7pm so I purposely rush my ass straight after work there as i worry the traffic jam in KL. TO my amaze I was really 1 of the few early birds.

From the picture above I think you can see that how early I manage to get myself there. I was rewarded by a small gift when I arrived there. 

1 of it is this wristband thumb drive. It will be quite useful for me as I can treat it as a wristband after using it and don't need to worry about misplacing it anymore.

The next gift is this mini speaker. Just a bit disappointed as the sound that come out of this speaker is not as loud as i was hoping for.

After waiting till like around 8pm the crowd started to build up and we were tricked by the emcee of the day Linora to come to look at a piece of empty wall and tricking us to believe something is there. Quite a sneaky move to gather people in front of the stage. Then Donovan gave some small speech and introduce the Samsung team up on stage. 

Next, 1 of the team members briefly show us what Samsung does. I never knew Samsung produces washing machine. After the briefing, everyone was invited to the buffet dinner. I guess everyone was happy to hear that as we were starving. After dinner we had a small game which involves their latest product the Samsung TacTiles. We were suppose to use the NFC reader on our smart phone to read the message in the Samsung TacTiles. Luckily my Sony phone was able to do it. Too bad the message were a bit too long for me to memorize so I did not manage to win the prize which is 5 piece of Samsung Tactile worth RM70 if I'm not mistaken.

Oh well at least I still manage to caught up with some friends to chit chat before leaving. Din manage to make new friends though as maybe I were too shy to mingle. Haha. Thats all for now. Ciaoz....

GT Events 2013

Its been a long time since I blog anything on my blog again. I guess my life was quite boring as I have to work 8am to 5pm everyday exclude Sundays. But recently I just got the chance to get involved in a nice event called the Super GT Queen search. Do hit the break to read more about it.

things which I should not have done..

Actually in everyone's life, you've bound to do some stuff which you regret later and I think I have quite a couple of them. Now time to let it all out. (as far as I can remember)

Now recalling back when I was young, I used to like those digimon series. Then I got addicted to something called a digivice when i pass by a shop selling the toy. The next thing I know I kept asking my mom to buy it. But when the shop owner took it out. I noticed the Bandai logo was not there and part of me knew it was not the ori toy nut yet I still ask my mom to buy it. In the end regretted buying it and just throw it 1 side. What a waste right? I'm just a spoilt brat.

Up till when I'm 24 years old I'm still like that. Not thinking properly before I act. In the end had to suffer in my future. I think most of my friends know what I'm referring to. And today I just regret not reading properly. Sigh.... Next time really must take my time in making decision so no rash actions taken.

Sick again...

Why la I keep falling sick so easily one? I know my immune system now is very low but I think I got take care of myself properly. Din go under ho sun, din get wet in the rain. Yet I still fall sick now. I dont remember any one surrounding me is sick also. At least there will be a reasonable excuse if I got these germs from some one else. Or maybe God is just punishing me now for all my bad behavior? Well I just have to stay strong and fight the battle. Cant use this as an excuse and not do my best right?

Bloggers Help to Spread Love for the Children at the Penang Shan Children’s Home Association

Penang, 3rd February 2013 — About 40 bloggers and public visited the Penang Shan Children’s Home Association to distribute food, beverages and gadgets, sponsored by various commercial entities. It’s a philanthropic exercise not only by businesses in executing their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) but by everyone to give back to the society, thus making life more bearable for everyone in need. The event is made possible by Crowdpot Sdn Bhd (Event Organizer), Ninetology Malaysia, SUBWAY® (Suntech, iAvenue, & Leith Street branches), Chatime Malaysia, Langkawi Saga Travel & Tours Sdn. Bhd. and Alextan Artworks.

Penang Shan Children’s Home (PSCH) began as a dream and initiative of Dr. S Balakrishnan in the year 2005. This is a non-religious and a non-profit, non-governmental organization catering to the needs of orphans, neglected children, dysfunctional families and single parents. The home was built and officially launched on 14th December 2008 by Madam Chan Siew Har. PSCH’s mission is to maximize the attractive opportunities that are stored in the children; to make something happen; to change the ways that things are and to create something that no one else has ever created before for the children, to explore for opportunities; to provide guidance and course correction; maintaining focus on being consistent and persistent. The objectives are both short and on a long term basis. The short term objective is to provide all the children with a safe and supportive environment. The focus will be on the development of physical, mental, emotional, educational, social and recreational skills that will create awareness to structure and mould the child’s future. The longer term development includes the options that are available for the child’s future, supporting them to complete the tertiary education preferably to University level. For those who are unable to complete the basic education, they would be trained in developing their skills by educating them in skill training centers. Through home visits and working with parents, they would like to ensure that eventually the child is reunited with his/her family thus becoming the backbone of the family.

How to help Penang Shan Children’s Home Association?

1.       Adopt-A-Child Program

The average monthly expenditure per child amounts to RM400. This includes lodging, education, meals, transportation and pocket money. Interested members of the public can contact the home.

2.       Donation

The home solely depends on donation to meet the relatively high running cost. They would be very grateful members of the public or private companies can step forward to contribute a one-off or monthly fixed donation. Interested entity can contact the home.

Other Information:

Penang Shan Children’s Home Association

679-D, Jalan Mount Erskine, Tanjung Tokong, 10470 Pulau Pinang

Tel: 04-2292186 / 016-4127711

Fax: 04-2292186

Email: shanchildrenhomepg@yahoo.com

Bloggers Help to Spread Love for the Children at the Children’s Protection Society

Penang, 3rd February 2013 — About 40 bloggers and public the Children’s Protection Society to distribute food, beverages and gadgets, sponsored by various commercial entities. It’s a philanthropic exercise not only by businesses in executing their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) but by everyone to give back to the society, thus making life more bearable for everyone in need. The event is made possible by Crowdpot Sdn Bhd (Event Organizer), Ninetology Malaysia, SUBWAY® (Suntech, iAvenue, & Leith Street branches), Chatime Malaysia, Langkawi Saga Travel & Tours Sdn. Bhd. and Alextan Artworks.

The Children’s Protection Society (CPS) began as an initiative of Dato’ Nazir Ariff when he was President of the Rotary Club in Penang (1991). It is a non-profit, non-governmental organization catering to the needs of neglected and/or abandoned children in Penang. It was officially launched in April 1992 by Puan Sri Chua Kah Peng. The objectives of CPS are both immediate and longer-term. The immediate objective is to provide children at risk with a safe, supportive and conducive environment (Shelter). Their concerned and focused areas include the emotional and physical development, education, social and recreational skills. At the same time, CPS aims to work with parents and other family members, so that the child can eventually be reunited with his/her family. In the pipeline, they hope to support projects to enhance community-based facilities for childcare and development in areas where such facilities are lacking. They also try to promote a more general awareness of the issues relating to children at risk by being involved in training and discussions. Hence they work together with various government and non-government organizations to help to develop longer-term strategies and goals.

How to help Children’s Protection Society?

1.       Become a Volunteer: http://www.cpspg.org.my/webpages/help.html

Learning and Tuition is always needed - many of our children have missed a substantial amount of school due to their backgrounds, and often find it difficult to catch up with school work. If you are prepared for the extra challenges which many of our children face, and are prepared to commit a regular time a week (can be anything from an hour up).

2.        Sponsor-A-Child Program: http://www.cpspg.org.my/webpages/help02.html

 Talk to any of our staff if you are interested to sponsor a child

3.       Donation: http://www.cpspg.org.my/webpages/help03.html

If you want to make a financial donation, please send cheques (payable to Children's Protection Society Pulau Pinang) to CPS at 118-A Jalan Scotland, 10450 Penang. CPS is a registered charity home with the Welfare Department so donations will be tax-exempt.

4.       Sponsoring an Activity or Outing: http://www.cpspg.org.my/webpages/help04.html

CPS organizes many activities for the children, staff and volunteers. We welcome sponsorship of specific activities. Give us a call if you have any ideas of your own, or would like to hear from us on what sort of activities you could sponsor.

Other Information:

Children’s Protection Society Pulau Pinang

118-A Jalan Scotland, 10450 Penang, Malaysia

Tel: 04-8294046

Fax: 04-8294046

Email: cpspg@hotmail.com

Website: www.cpspg.org.my

Bloggers Help to Spread Love for the Children at The Ramakrishna Ashrama

Penang, 3rd February 2013 — About 40 bloggers and public visited The Ramakrishna Ashrama to distribute food, beverages and gadgets, sponsored by various commercial entities. It’s a philanthropic exercise not only by businesses in executing their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) but by everyone to give back to the society, thus making life more bearable for everyone in need. The event is made possible by Crowdpot Sdn Bhd (Event Organizer), Ninetology Malaysia, SUBWAY® (Suntech, iAvenue, & Leith Street branches), Chatime Malaysia, Langkawi Saga Travel & Tours Sdn. Bhd. and Alextan Artworks.

The Ramakrishna Ashrama (Orphanage), Penang is a charitable organization founded in 1938 under the inspiration and guidance of His Holiness Swami Bhaswarananda Maharaj who was then stationed at The Ramakrishna Mission, Singapore. Apart from spiritual activities, the Ashrama runs an orphanage, catering for both boys and girls with ages ranging from 6 to 20 years old. The orphanage admits needy orphaned children who are poor and need the help from the society to assist them with basic needs and education. The children in the home are given proper education and are well cared for so that they will grow up to be useful citizens. Besides education, the girls learn traditional dancing, cooking and housekeeping. Children excelling well academically are encouraged to pursue higher education. 

How to help The Ramakrishna Ashrama?
1. Sponsoring a Child Program: http://theramakrishnapg.org/2009/02/22/sponsor-a-child-program-in-ramakrishna-ashrama-penang/
The estimated cost to support a child at Ramakrishna Ashrama RM1,500 per annum.
The breakdown cost is as follows.
Education: RM500
Food: RM600
Maintenance: RM300
Miscellaneous: RM100

2. Donation: https://www.cimbclicks.com.my/TIBSEPWeb/fpxPaymentToNGO_add.do?payeeId=FPXNGORAMA
Donation to The Ramakrishna can be done only via CIMB Cares (www.cimbclicks.com.my)

Orphan Admission: http://theramakrishnapg.org/2009/02/22/orphan-admission/
A child with either no parents or with a single parent who supports the child can be admitted to the Ashrama under the following circumstances:
- He/She is from age 6 and above.
- The parent or relatives has no means of supporting the child.
- The child has been mistreated or abused. (Referred by the Jabatan Kebajikan Negeri or community leaders) 

Other Information:
The Ramakrishna Ashrama
No 37, Jalan Scotland, 10450 Pulau Pinang
Tel: 04-2270869
Fax: 04-2278921
Email: ramkorp@hotmail.com
Website: http://theramakrishnapg.org/