This blog badly needs some updating. I've been crazily busy these past few months, hence the total silence. Because things are not getting any less hectic in the coming weeks or so, I decided to drag my self to post something here.

Indeed, time is running so fast, and would you believe that I've been doing this blogging for a year now. Yes, it's my 1st year anniversary! Though I must admit that I lost the rhythm across the later part but here I am still trying to pick up. But there's one more, I am also already on my 2nd year here in KL; 2nd year of having my full independence, my own decision-making, and my own free-will. So amazing!

For the sake of this post, let me recount the people that made my 1st year meaningful. =)

It was never an easy journey for me. As you all know, I emotionally struggled from homesickness, boredom, and loneliness during my first few months. Struggling from adjusting to the environment and people surround me. Fraught from adapting to the new life as the memories of the pass still disconcerted me. But I am very thankful that I was able to survive and manage to overcome all of these trials with the help of many interesting people I've met along the way.

Shan, an Arab guy, was my 1st foreigner friend here. He was staying at Vistana Residence, the same condo where I live. He became my swimming buddy for few months until the time he needed to go back home in Oman. We used to spend our nights in the pool area sharing many experiences in life. We jived and became close instantly, I would never forget the night before his flight where he gave me his home address, email address, and contact number written in a piece of paper. He said he still wants to continue our friendship despite the distance. He also game me his PC speaker as a remembrance. In return, I gave him a royal selangor pendant and a personal thank you letter I wrote for him. Right now, he's busy with his university life. But I am still hoping that one day, our path will cross again.

I am very thankful that I've met Eric here in KL. He's my Belgian friend who introduced me to KL's night life. He always brings me to different bars and clubs every time we go out. He also introduced me to some of his girl friends in town. He's a party-goer and out going type of person. But that's him outside his profession. Part of his job is to travel and visit his company's branches in Europe and Asia. So we made see to it that whenever he's here in KL, we go out as many as we could. Currently, he's in Europe managing his businesses there but he'll be back two months from now. Can't wait to go out party with him again… Sorry if I got so tipsy the last time we went to Cynna. Next time don't give me too much alcohol OK. Hehe. By the way, thank you for the Belgian chocolates! I still owe you one! See you soon buddy.

A few months back, my Brit friend Piers had his 1 wk vacation here in KL. So I took the opportunity to meet him for the very first time. During our first meeting, we went out for dinner and strolled around the Bukit Bintang walk afterwards. It was then followed by a dinner at Frangipani and drinking session in one of the bars nearby. I had so much fun knowing this guy, brief but meaningful. Wish you all the best in your future endeavor. Hope to see you soon! Chat with you online.

I did not expect that I will find a friend in the plane. His name is Liam, an Australian backpacker guy that I met when I was on my way back from Manila to KL. The 4-hr travel which I expected to be as boring as always turned out to be a fun-filled travel because of his stories and experiences in all his journeys. We were supposed to grab something to drink before he heads to Thailand but our schedule didn't permit us to do so. Anyhow, we still continue to exchange emails and chat once in a while. I am grateful to meet you biatch! Just kidding…

There was this Indian guy named Sujit I met early last year. Sorry but his rudeness and indiscretion are just some of his bad personas that I really want to forget. But thanks for the memories though. Good luck!

To Anai, Gen, and Minnie, my gimmick angels, thank you for spending “windang” night outs with me. From the clubbing scenes upto videoke sessions, there were no dull moments every time I go out with you guys. Looking forward for more night out gimmicks girls! (even though I look like your bodyguard already hehe…)

I would also like to thank my housemate Tony and Ato for being my kuya in the house. I didn't know them personally 'til I got here. I am total stranger to them and vice versa, but it that doesn't give them us notion to judge each other accordingly. I knew from the very beginning that they're good housemates to be with. During my first few weeks here, they brought me to different malls and other nearby places. They introduced me to their barkadas and welcomed me to their group. Thanks for accommodating me and treating me like one of your old friends. I am so happy that you're my housemates.

I also want to thank these following people whom made my cyber life colorful:

To Martin of Korea, “Kumusta Pare?”, though we hardly chat these days due to our busy schedules, I still owe you something for cheering me up when I was once down and low. Hope to chat with you soon and catch up with everything.

To Wayne of HongKong, despite the fact that we always argue with our differences and beliefs especially in religion and culture, I am so thankful to have you as my friend and counselor. Thanks for all the advices and comfort. Hope to see you soon!

To Hardus of UK, I am so grateful to have you as one of my online friends. Thank you for sharing your stories to me and most especially thank you for listening to my pathetic life stories. Hehe. Hey, when are you gonna visit me here? Hope to see you soon!

To Albert of Spain, the heartthrob, thank you Amigo for the friendship! This guy is so talented. I know you'll be successful someday! Just believe in yourself. Hope to see you soon. Asia tour? hehe

To Steve of Spain for sending me the postcards and the package! *wink *wink. Waahh I still owe you a lot! And most importantly, thank you for taking good care of my bestfriend. hehe

To Neil and Ochie, you know how thankful I am to have you in my life. You're like a brother and sister to me. You know how much I love you guys...

Of course, this post wouldn't be complete without mentioning my travel buddies Anai and Rye! So cliché, but truly, there's no perfect words to describe how thankful I am to have you with me (whether you like it or not! Hehe). I don't know where to start and how to begin thanking you guys for all the help you've given me. I am so grateful to have you as two of my closest friends...

I love you guys! :P