The year is coming to an end. So much has happened, especially in Malaysia, and I guess many would share the view that there have been more than our fair share of challenges this year. Naturally, many would be at their wits' ends wondering about resolutions for themselves.
What about for our country?
I think the most important thing for all Malaysians at this point is to ensure that ALL ELIGIBLE MALAYSIANS MUST REGISTER AS A VOTER AND VOTE AT THE NEXT GE.
Secondly, by 2012, 65% of our population will be youth, if we current follow demographic trends. This means that those of us who work with young people, yuppies, especially those below 35 years of age, MUST lobby a lot. This segment of the population is vital if we want to effect change. Political parties concerned and their leaders MUST engage the young people and recruit them.
Thirdly, young people MUST be groomed even NOW to take over leadership positions in the government. They have to be knowledgeable, tech savvy, bold, courageous, visionary etc. Singapore is a fine example of how young people have been active in politics - and we are talking about those who, despite their tender years, are already MPs and making waves!!! Malaysians can do even better because we have a bigger base from which we can make a selection.
Fourthly, as concerned Malaysians, we need to raise awareness by spreading legitimate awareness of issues in the many avenues available to effect that change and to be more persuasive. Generally, emotional appeals are less persuasive but objective opinions that consider both views would be more effective. We do not have to worry because the facts speak for themselves.
There is so much more that I can talk about in this post but I am always reminded by my dearest Angela to observe brevity...so I will conclude by saying that even though 2009 is coming to an end, it marks a new beginning for us for in 2010, I am sure, even MORE will happen.
To steal a phrase from Lord Baden- Powell:
Let us BE PREPARED!!! Take care, dear reader, friend, Malaysian. I bid you a wonderful end to 2009 and a blessed 2010. Keep safe, be happy and spread a little love and kindness around....Here's an inspirational piece to keep you going...
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If you woke up this morning with more health than illness..........you are more blessed than the million who will not survive this week.
If you have never experienced the danger of battle, the loneliness of imprisonment, the agony of torture, or the pangs of starvation.......you are ahead of 500 million people in the world.
If you have food in the refrigerator, clothes on your back, a roof overhead and a place to sleep...you are richer than 75% of this world.
If you have money in the bank, in your wallet, and spare change in a dish someplace....... you are among the top 8% of the world's wealthy.
If your parents are still alive and still married........you are very rare, even in the United States.
If you hold up your head with a smile on your face and are truly thankful.....you are blessed because the majority can, but most do not.
If you prayed yesterday and today........you are in the minority because you believe God does hear and answer prayers.
If you can read now, you are more blessed than over two billion people in the world that cannot read at all.
-Author Unknown-
HAVE A NICE DAY AND A WONDERDUL 2010!!! God bless you and yours!!!
Since many of us are probably still in a festive mood, I thought I'd put up this post about men to entertain men and women alike. Please accept my apologies if anyone is offended as my intention is to bring a smile to your face. Do leave a comment if you like. Take care and have a nice day.
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Why don't men wear tight underwear?
It cuts off circulation to the brain!
Why do men have broad shoulders and big foreheads?
When you ask them a question, they shrug their shoulders and say, "I don't know."
When you tell them the answer, they slap their foreheads and say, "Ohhhhhh."
Why are vibrators better than men?
Because they never screw other women, never come in drunk, and you don't have to do their laundry!
Why do men die before their wives?
They should.
What is the difference between men and women?
A woman wants one man to satisfy her every need........
A man wants every woman to satisfy his one need
How does a man keep his youth?
By giving them money, furs and diamonds.
Where do you have to go to find a man who is truly into commitment?
A mental hospital.
What's the most common cause of hearing loss amongst men?
Wife saying she wants to talk to him.
Why are hangovers better than men?
Hangovers will go away.
How are men and batteries different?
Batteries have a positive side.
Why is virginity like a baloon?
All it takes is one small prick and it's gone.
What is the difference between garbage and men?
Garbage gets thrown out and stays out!
How many divorced men does it take to screw in a light bulb?
No one knows, the ex-wife always gets the house.
Why are men like strawberries?
Because they take a long time to mature and by the time they do most are rotten.
Why is urine yellow and sperm white?
So men can tell if they are coming or going.
Why does a man have a clear conscience?
Because it's never used.
What do UFO's and caring men have in common?
You keep hearing about them but never see any for yourself.
Why is dating like a game of cards?
Because if you don't have a good partner, you'd better have a good hand.
How do you confuse a man?
You don't have to - they're born that way
Why don't women like basketball players as lovers?
Because they dribble before they shoot.
What are the three types of men?
The handsome, the caring and the majority
What's the nicest thing about a nudist wedding?
You don't have to ask - you can see who the best man is.
What should you do if your boyfriend starts smoking?
Slow down
What's the difference between a man and a chimpanzee?
One is hairy, smelly and is always scratching himself. The other is a chimpanzee.
How can you tell if your husband's dead?
Sex is the same but you get the remote.
What food describes most men?
Jerky.
Where is the best place in a book store to find a man who is handsome, a good lover and a stimulating partner?
In the pages of a romance novel.
How do we know men invented maps?
Who else would make an inch into a mile?
Why did they kick the man out of the airport?
He kept throwing stale bread at the plane.
What's the hardest thing to teach a man?
How to operate a waste basket.
What's the difference between a man and a messy room?
You can straighten up a messy room.
Did you hear about the two men who went ice fishing?
They caught 200 pounds of ice, but drowned when they tried to cook it.
Then there's the jigsaw puzzle for men.
It only has one piece, And most of the time, it's missing.
Why did God create men?
She forgot to put the legs on snakes.
Why women like bidets?
Because men don't know what they are.
How do you get a man on the roof?
Tell him the beers on the house.
Do you always tell your husband when you've had an orgasm?
No way! I'm not going to call home every time!
When does a man develop a brain?
The day he gets married.
Why did the man sell his water skis?
He couldn't find a lake on a hill.
How can you tell if a man is a Male Chauvinist Pig?
He thinks "harass" is two words
Why don't men die in their sleep?
'Cuz they can't do two things at the same time.
What do you call a caring, considerate and gifted man?
A Myth.
