10 things-to-do on my checklist in my trip back to Malaysia:
#1 GO MAMAK
You have no idea how much I miss the crowded, noisy Indian food stalls with ever-good and cheap food where you meet up and blow water with friends or watch football matches with fanatic and crazy people. In fact, the first thing I touched down in Malaysia, I dragged my parents to the nearest mamak and ordered my favourites—KOPI AIS AND ROTI TELUR. At that very moment at the sight of them, my mind went blank. I almost shed a tear.
It’s been a while guys.
#2 GET A DSLR CAMERA
It’s the cheapest one for beginners but still, getting this camera is like coughing blood. A whopping RM2099! OUCH! Nevertheless, I’ve always wanted to get one after realising the quality of photos taken using my digital camera sucks. Compared to that, this baby totally gives me top-notch, sky-high, “high-definition”, “high-resolution” quality photos. No matter how ugly you are, this camera can make you look beautiful. If you still look ugly in the photo, then sorry lah, you’re too ugly!
Then, of course, you need a professional photographer also. I’m still a beginner and still using the AUTO function. I know, I suck. Learning, learning! Have lots to capture.
#3 SURPRISE FAMILY AND FRIENDS
Truth to be told, only 3 people in Malaysia knew that I was coming back. It was a last minute decision trip and I thought of giving my family and friends a surprise. It was a funny experience especially the 1st surprise I made at home. My maid didn’t even dared open the door, seeing a stranger, carrying so many bags, standing outside the house at an early hour! 
Prepared a surprise comeback post-birthday party for my dear friend, Garfield too. Although it was an “epic failure” as quoted by her, hope she enjoyed it anyways.
#4 SEE MY DOG
One of the things I miss the most was my Shih-Tzu dog, Mieny. 
I was shocked and devastated when I heard the news that Mieny was dying. It hit me right in the face. Just a while ago, I had my sister send me photos of him, asked my mum about him and out of a sudden, he was dying. He couldn’t eat, got weak and lost the potential to bark at strangers. The vet said his liver was failing, he has skin disease, cancer and all sorts of other illnesses. I thought it was absurd because how can you fit so many sicknesses into a small pup?! I had my family update me about his condition everyday. The thought of him being hanged to IV fluids at the pet clinic and whining to go home just breaks my heart. Mieny had to stay at the clinic for a few days to get his appetite back, and when the vet released him, he had to be on home-medication. He is still dying from what I heard. At that moment as my holidays were nearing, I was afraid I couldn’t make it to see Mieny for the last time. I just hoped and hoped my tough pup could stand a little while longer for me to get back home. As I entered the house upon my arrival, there he was, less fury and thinner than before, at the bottom of the dining table, preparing his barking stance when seeing a stranger. He completely couldn’t recognize me and barked as loud as I remembered he could, accompanied with his act of evasion from me. I tried to get close to him with failed attempts. Throughout the two weeks, I still couldn’t manage to lift his fear from me.
Even my baby uncle, Matthew can talk more sense into him.
Then again, I prefer to see him this way, barking at me than being all weak and unhealthy. I felt relieved.
#5 EAT BAK KUT TEH
You’re not a Chinese if you don’t miss Bak Kut Teh in Australia. 
I do find it here in Melbourne except it tastes nothing like the one back home and its portion the size of that tea cup. Maybe not. Slightly bigger but still, I’d rather drink tea from a teacup. 
THIS is what I call BAK-KUT-TEH! The original large portion. The hot bubbly soup mixed with herbs and spices. The mind blasting aroma and fragrance of the vapour. The soft tender meat. Even the pot tastes good.
#6 HANG OUT WITH BUDDIES
Had a blast hanging out with some of my buddies.
Great seeing them again in good shape and err..red pants.
Notice a slight change in them. While some got a little more serious…
some became crazier. 
Well, some even said I myself changed. I became gentler?! What the hell…I have and always been cool, ok?
Got to hang out with some of them despite their business with college. Appreciate their time for me. 
My criminal mind boss even made it to meet me coming all the way from Singapore! Glad he could make it, otherwise I’d have to wait till year end before I can see him. 
That punch is not as pain as the RM21 parking ticket slap and other stuffs I made him pay. Thanks Jon for being my accompany/Ahmad/bodyguard/slave/ATM machine etc. For old times sake eh? ;) 
It’s been a pleasure meeting up with them again even though there’s so little time.
#7 WATCH MOVIES
Since a movie ticket in Melbourne is so darn expensive, I seldom watch movies as much as I do back in Malaysia. This trip home, I wanted to watch one movie a day. Don’t care whether its Malay or Indian movies. But due to the lack of time and people to watch with, I brought my movie tally only to four. Either it is me being ultimately tired or the seats at the cinemas so comfortable, I dozed off at every movie I watched! Even while watching Transformers! How could that happen?! Its not that Transformers is boring. IT TOTALLY KICKED ASS. But, maybe not my ass when I was sleeping.
#8 EAT ALL I CAN
You can’t expect me to be satisfied eating so little in a food haven country after coming back from overseas.
Now, this looks more like it.
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#9 PRIMARY SCHOOL REUNION
I went astray seeing my old pals again whom some I have lost contact with for a very long time. Some I have not met for 6 years and more! Everyone outgrew themselves! Luckily, they were still recognizable. It seems like only yesterday when we were rug rats and midgets, causing trouble in school, playing catching running up and down, doing mischievous acts, breaking windows and doors, involved in silly fights, witchcrafts and friend-no-friend conflicts (*inside joke*), puppy loves and kiddies crushes, and I can go on and on. Now, we are all grown-up into handsome and beautiful young lads and ladies with different paths to follow. 
Was really happy to see them again.
It’s been a long time since us four buddies reunite.
Created a pretty ironic and dramatic scene, the four of us by the pool, catching up with each others’ lives and talking about the past. Sigh, time really flies. 
As quoted by our class teacher Mrs.Liew, a.k.a. Fairy Godmother, “The best badge of Primary 6 SSU students!” 
Credits to the coconut tree fanatic, fisherman’s friend, Sgt. Prinney Wayne, for organizing the reunion at his house. We’ll definitely have another one in the future!
#10 SPEND TIME WITH FAMILY
Needless to say, the most crucial and worthwhile thing I have ever done this round trip was spending quality time with my family. They were the main reasons why I came back. 
I had a hell lot of fun with my cousins and siblings. 
We laughed so much at silly cracked jokes and did so many crazy stuffs together. 
No words can describe the joy I had with them. I always felt at comfort and ease in their presence. 
Especially this cousin brother OKI, who just wrote another emo post for me.
Well, to put it simply, they are my roots, always holding me tight to the ground, supporting me. 
Although it was only for a really short period, those moments I had with them are unforgettable. 
And so, there ends my short journey back to the place I call home. 
A friend once asked me whether it’s worth the money flying back for such a short period of time. I can only say, “Definitely worth it. Cause I’m not the one paying for the ticket.”
MUAHAHAHAHAHAA!!!
*Ehem* No.. but seriously, thanks to everyone I met who made this trip truly an enjoyable one. THANK YOU! HOPE IT WOULD BE AN EVEN GREATER ONE AT YEAR END! TILL THEN! =) 
P.S. My only regret is not getting new pair of shoes! Countless of shops in multiple shopping complexes I’ve been to but not a single pair!
Bah, I’ll have to stick to the old one.
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