Ying and Niq’s Niche

Sat 18-Jul-2010. Went to Queensbay for Dinner cum shopping. Had a difficult time parking at the basement. Had to patiently wait for one. We went to try Austin Chase. We ordered seafood spaghetti marinara and turkey ham sandwich. Took the set meal with coffee. Add RM3.00 to upgrade to latte or chocolate. The food was average only. Their drinks were good. They screen Astro on a screen from a LCD projector. You can also play games board games or turn some pages from a wide selection of novels.

After dinner, we dropped by the Milo Roadshow with a football theme. I guess they are helping those with post World Cup blues. They organized a quiz, giving away free samples of their latest product – Milo Fuze Ice Cool (just add cold water). I was one of the winners. The million dollar question was “Which country won the World Cup in 1970?”.


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Sat, 6-Jun-09. We went to the National Horse Show at Penang Turf Club. There were many activities lined up. For the equestrian enthusiasts, the competition was on. We briefly watched the dressage event.

Dressage Event

You could take a poney ride, or go on a horse carriage. There was a breed display – different breeds of horses including a donkey. Visitors could also see how a horse shoe is being made. The furnace is really hot! To set the carnival atmosphere, the organizers brought in clowns and included band performances.

Good fun for the family!

Take a ride on the horse carriage

Donkey at the breed display

Making horse shoe

Furnace for the horse shoe

Sun, 24-May-09. We went to see the dragon boat races at Teluk Bahang Dam with Mom and Dad. There were many teams from all over the world – including the USA, Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, India, and Indonesia. Noticed some interesting names for various teams, like Double Bacon Cheese Burger from USA. Witnessed Race 24, the International Women’s Race Heat 1. I bet on Boracay Bumshells from Philippines on Lane 6. Had my lens pre-focused on Lane 6 but they lost steam at the finish. The race was won by Skrine Dragons by less than 2sec. The real winners, however, were the Pink Challengers, who comprise breast cancer survivors. It was scorching hot so I had to pack up. Read 1st hand information from the Skrine Dragon’s captain. Catch more dragon boat action at the 1st Putrajaya International Dragon Boat Festival from 5-7 June, 2009.

Photo Finish: Skrine Dragons win

Skrine Dragons all smiles

Pink Challengers: The real winners

We dropped by Starbucks Auto City on the way back to Ipoh on 1-May-09 to God’s calling to serve at St. Joseph’s Feastday. Had breakfast there. It was quite quiet at Auto City – maybe it was still way too early on a Public Holiday. Gabriel likes cosy places. The staff were friendly. Gabriel soon made friends with them too. One of the staff, Shero, gave Gabriel a lolly. That really made an impression for Gabriel. On the return journey back to Penang on 3-May-09, we stopped by Starbucks Auto City again for a break after driving in heavy traffic. Yes, it was Gabriel’s idea. Shero, whom Gabriel met was already going home after her shift. She took time to stay a while with Gabriel and even took care to get Gabriel his Hot Chocolate at kid’s temperature. Thanks, Shero, for making a memorable Starbucks experience for Gabriel.

Gabriel with Shero

I like Starbucks!

Sat, 25-Apr-09. We went to Air Itam Dam for a morning walk. It was a clear, sunny day. The air was fresh and clean. Had a nice walk while appreciating nature’s beauty.

Selaginella uncinata

Ying and Gabriel caught in action

Hiding Spider on Fern Leaf

Another photo of spider showing its front legs gripping the leaf

Need some help to identify the spider…