Greek Philosophy

Just as relevant today as 399 BC.

In ancient Greece (469 - 399 BC), Socrates was widely lauded for his wisdom.

One day an acquaintance ran up to him excitedly and said, "Socrates, do you know what I just heard about Diogenes?"

"Wait a moment," Socrates replied, "Before you tell me I'd like you to pass a little test. It's called the Triple Filter Test."

'Triple filter?" asked the acquaintance.

"That's right," Socrates continued, "Before you talk to me about Diogenes let's take a moment to filter what you're going to say. The first filter is Truth. Have you made absolutely sure that what you are about to tell me is true?"

"No," the man said, "Actually I just heard about it."

"All right," said Socrates, "So you don't really know if it's true or not. Now let's try the second filter, the filter of Goodness. Is what you are about to tell me about Diogenes something good?"

"No, on the contrary."

"So," Socrates continued, "You want to tell me something about Diogenes that may be bad, even though you're not certain it's true?"

The man shrugged, a little embarrassed. Socrates continued, "You may still pass the test though, because there is a third filter, the filter of Usefulness. Is what you want to tell me about Diogenes going to be useful to me?"

"No, not really."

"Well," concluded Socrates, "If what you want to tell me is neither True nor Good nor even Useful, why tell it to me or anyone at all?"

The man was bewildered and ashamed. This is an example of why Socrates was a great philosopher and held in such high esteem.

It also explains why Socrates never found out that Diogenes was f**king his wife.

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A Letter From Mom And Dad

Nikon D90

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Nasi Kukus Ayam Panggang

Nasi Kukus Ayam Panggang Cowboy

Stumbled upon this stall while driving along Jalan Pantai, Port Dickson in search of tea-time snack.

Highlight 1 : Nasi kukus - steamed rice, warm and fragrant.

Husband & wife team, assisted by a team of efficient staff.

Highlight 2 : These BBQ chicken, a little charred outside but remained tender and juicy inside.


Highlight 3 : The specially prepared spicy sauce, thick and 'power'-packed.

Location : Next to PD World Marina Resort or approx 500m from the roundabout at the exit of Seremban-Port Dickson Highway.

Business hours : 2pm till late evening. Closed on Monday.

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Ven. Yogavacara Rahula

Meditation ....... bringing together the Mind and Body ; steping out from the Past and coming back from the Future to be Present.

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Do It Now

There are 2 acts in life one should not procratinate:-

i) Filial peity ii) Charity

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Faceless

M1 : If I were to sneak over to your house and make love to your wife while you were off playing golf and she got pregnant and had a baby, would that make us family ?

M2 : Well, I don't know about that, but it sure would make us even.

***

Son : Mom ! What are you and dad doing ?

M : You know your dad has a big tummy, sometimes I have to get on top of it and help flatten it.

Son : You are wasting your time.

M : Why is that ?

Son : Well when you go shopping, the lady next door comes over and gets on her knees and blows it right back up.

***

M1 : Have you tried the new 'rodeo' sex position yet ?

M2 : I haven't even heard of that one, what is it ?

M1 : Well, it's where you get your wife down on all fours and you mount her from behind. Then you reach around and cup each one of her breasts in your hands and whisper in her ear, "Boy, these feel just like your sister's". Then you try and stay on for 8 seconds.

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M : If i die, I know you'll eventually remarry. So as soon as I'm gone, I want you to sell all my stuff.

W : Now, why would you want me to do that ?

M : Well, I don't want some other arsehole using all my stuff.

W : What makes you think I'd marry another arsehole ?

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Kathina 2010

Kathina @ BMV

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The Pencil & Eraser

Pencil: I'm sorry

Eraser: For what? You didn't do anything wrong.

Pencil: I'm sorr...y cos you get hurt bcos of me. Whenever I made a mistake, you're always there to erase it. But as you make my mistakes vanish, you lose a part of yourself. You get smaller and smaller each time.

Eraser: That's true. But I don't really mind. You see, I was created to do this. I was made to help you whenever you do something wrong. Eventhough one day, I know I'll be gone and you'll replace me with a new one, I'm actually happy with my job. So please, stop worrying. I hate seeing you sad. :)

This is an inspiring conversation between the pencil and the eraser.
Parents are like the eraser whereas their children are the pencil.
They're always there for their children, cleaning up their mistakes.
Sometimes along the way, they get hurt, and become smaller (older, and eventually pass on).
Though their children will eventually find someone new (spouse), but parents are still happy with what they do for their children, and will always hate seeing their precious ones worrying or sad.

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CIMB Asia Pacific Classic, Malaysia

Here I come .......

..... a whole in one.

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LPGA Malaysia 2010

An evening with the Stars - LPGA Golfers

L-R : Natalie Gulbis, Frances Bondad, Sandra Gal, Beatriz Recari

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1Malaysia National Teachers Assembly

The Sunday Star 17 Oct 2010 (Front-page)

She made it !

"Wat m i doin here ?"

"1/2 my precious Sat gone"

"My Jalur Gemilang is upside-down"

"I dun need a song sheet"

"I lost my name tag"

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Budget 2011

How I reacted ......

Construction of highways such as the Ampang-Cheras-Pandan Elevated Highway ??
Sudah ada ma !

Development of International Islamic University Malaysia Teaching Hospital in Kuantan; Women + Children’s Hospital
Huh ! Still not enuf U & hospitals ? We want QUALITY NOT QUANTITY.

A new landmark, Warisan Merdeka, is expected to be completed in 2020. It will include a 100-storey tower, the tallest in Malaysia
Malaysia Boleh - the Tallest (again ?) !!!!
Harloooo, look at 2011 1st la.

Infrastructure facilities to be allocated RM85 million to facilitate construction of hotels and resorts in remote areas
Ok, kampung folks, u r in luck, start engaging your contractors to upgrade your homes.

RM3 billion eco-nature resort Nexus Karambunai, Sabah, to commence 2011
With RM3b spent, how can it be ECO-NATURE anymore ?? Its going to be UnEco & UnNatural.

Measures include encouraging replanting activity to replace aged trees with high quality new clones through RM297 million
Chop, chop, chop and replant QUALITY NEW CLONES. Clowns !

To develop football, the Govt will establish a Football Academy in Pahang with RM20m to produce quality football players
Brazil 2014, here we cum OR is it BAZIR !

Aaarrrggghhh, getting sick. TNS !

Its Friday, better get out to grab a cold draught & pork knuckle before they up the alcohol tax ! Cheers.

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BASE Jump

Location : KL Tower, Malaysia

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Lyi's Birthday

Its my 13th, yeah .......

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Heaven On Earth

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Mid-Autumn Festival, 庆 中 秋, 2010

家 好 月 圓 庆 中 秋

(Harmonious family gathering to celebrate Mid-Autumn)

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Evelyn Bei

Anicca vata sankhara....

Farewell to you my (ex-colleague) friend.

Wherever you may be, may you find peace, happiness and finally attain the bliss of Nibbana.

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13th Anniversary

In loving memory of our beloved 'PAPA'

1937 - 1997
Departed : 10th day 8th lunar moon

Wherever you are.....
may you be well & happy
may you be free from pain & suffering.

Dearly missed and never forgotten,
Your Sons, Daughters-in-law,
Grandchildren,
Brothers, Sister & Relatives.

Idam me natinam hotu
Sukhita hontu natayo

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18th Anniversary

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Strawberry

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Google Algorithm

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China's Got Talent - Liu Wei

"....in my life, there are only 2 paths, either quickly die, either live your life splendidly...."

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Pick Up Line

BEST AUSSIE PICK UP LINE:

An Aussie walks into a pub and takes a seat next to a very attractive woman.
He gives her a quick glance then casually looks at his watch for a moment.
The woman notices this and asks, 'Is your date running late?'
'No', he replies,'I just got this new state-of the-art watch, and I was just testing it’
The intrigued woman says, 'a state-of-the-art watch?
''What's so special about it?'
The Aussie explains, 'It uses alpha waves to talk to me telepathically.'
The lady says, 'What's it telling you now?'
Well, it says you're not wearing any panties.'
The woman giggles and replies 'Well it must be broken because I am wearing panties!'
The Aussie smiles, taps his watch and says, 'Bloody thing's an hour fast!'

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Blowing In The Wind

Pasar Road English School 1

Woot.....wooot.....burung hantu.

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Hunt or Be Hunted

Yes, 2nd time winner.

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Kek Look Tong Cave Temple

Location : Gunung Rapat, Simpang Pulai, Ipoh

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Hunt or Be Hunted

On the grid.

Cendol @ Bukit Sentosa.

.... for breakfast.

Pao @ Tg Malim.

A pao meant for 4.

Durian bun @ Happy Angel's Cake House, Bidor.

What other way to enjoy a freshly baked durian bun.

Herbal duck soup + wantan noodles @ Restaurant Pun Chun, Bidor.

And.....of course.....with the thinking caps on, maintaining the winning streak.

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Cari Makan

One for all, all for one.

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