Performed by Sammi Cheng @ the 2007 Show Mi Concert in HK
Original sang by Stephanie Cheng 鄭融
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
2008 Beijing Olympic Games
* updated
The spectacular Beijing Olympics is coming to its end this Saturday and I can still recall the awesome opening ceremony on 8.8.08 @ 8.08 p.m. in the Bird’s Nest (Beijing National Stadium).
Somehow before the final lighting of the Olympic Flame, I had a feeling they will lift Li Ning up to the air for the stunt. The ceremony was co-directed by Zhang Yimou after all. If you are a fan of Chinese movies, actors suspended by wires and hang mid-air for kung fu fighting is a norm. Are you looking forward to the closing ceremony this Sunday (24.8.08)? I know I am.
I'm sure each of us have our favorite events at the Olympic game and these are some which I enjoyed watching ...
Athletics - “I Believe I Can Fly”
Currently, the world record holder in both the 100 metres (9.69 seconds) and 200 metres (19.30 seconds), no wonder Usain Bolt is nicknamed ‘Lightning Bolt’. The 22 year-old Jamaican can literally sprint to the finishing line leaving the closest competitor chasing after the dust he left behind.
Another Jamaican, Melaine Walker in her Olympic debut, set an Olympic record by crossing the line in 52.64 seconds to win the Womens’ 400m Hurdles.
Now have you been wondering how do the Jamaicans train themselves to be world top sprinters? I think they were probably chase by cheetahs since young, no?
Two-time world champion, Elena Isinbaeva from Russia has successfully defended her Olympic title in the Women's Pole Vault when she cleared the 5.05 on her third and final attempt. See how fit her body is.
Basketball – “Dream Team”
The USA has long been the international benchmark for men's Olympic basketball. The American team, which since 1992 has included players from the NBA has taken gold in 12 of their 15 Olympic games participations. The “Dream Team” has earned an overall win-loss record in Olympic play of 114-5 but the team's most recent Olympic result, a bronze in Athens, was the team's worst ever performance. The semi-final will see a battle between the “Dream Team” and Argentina. My bet will be on the former.
Diving – “China Dominates”
One of my favorite. The host nation has won all six diving competitions contested in Beijing. Defending Olympic champion Guo Jingjing broke Fu Mingxia’s record and won her fourth Olympic gold and her sixth Olympic medal. Her score of 415.35 is the highest score ever in the event and the 27 year-old diver has previously stated that she will retire after competing in Beijing.
She also won the gold medal with Wu Minxia in the Women's Synchronized Diving 3m Springboard with a score of 343.50 points.
He Chong won the Men's 3m Springboard with 572.90 points. I must praise the Chinese divers for their attitude. They are the only ones who will bow to the audience after each dive. That's why they deserve our applause for an outstanding performance in and out of the pool.
Swimming – “The Pool Shark”
Michael Phelps owned the pool this time. With an astonishing 8 gold medal, he is also a 14-time Olympic gold medalist (the most by any Olympian), who currently holds seven world records in swimming. Perhaps wearing a Speedo LZR® Razer suit really helps? The suit reportedly can lower racing times for a competitor by 1.9 to 2.2%.
There are a few events I missed i.e. gymnastic and synchronized swimming :(
What's your pick for the game?
10,000 athletes from 204 countries, more than 40 world records were set, 16 days of action, the closing ceremony on 24.8.08 ends with a bang! I especially amazed by the fireworks display throughout the Bird's Nest.
Host nation, China scored a perfect 100 marks with the 51 gold, 21 silver and 28 bronze. To those who are so afraid that the 'sleeping dragon' will wake up one day ... well, you are the one who needs to wake up now because the Dragon is very much awake!
By the way, the 8 minutes presentation by the Brits were not very impressive to me. I thought they can do a better job than merely transform the double-decker bus to a mini stage for David Beckham to showcase his ball kicking skill. Anyway, we will have to wait 4 years from now to see if London 2012 will be as good as China, who has now set a very high standard for future Olympic hosting countries.
Let us keep the Olympic spirit alive :)
"One World One Dream" [同一個世界 同一個夢想] fully reflects the essence and the universal values of the Olympic spirit -- Unity, Friendship, Progress, Harmony, Participation and Dream. It expresses the common wishes of people all over the world, inspired by the Olympic ideals, to strive for a bright future of Mankind. In spite of the differences in colors, languages and races, we share the charm and joy of the Olympic Games, and together we seek for the ideal of Mankind for peace. We belong to the same world and we share the same aspirations and dreams.
The spectacular Beijing Olympics is coming to its end this Saturday and I can still recall the awesome opening ceremony on 8.8.08 @ 8.08 p.m. in the Bird’s Nest (Beijing National Stadium).
Somehow before the final lighting of the Olympic Flame, I had a feeling they will lift Li Ning up to the air for the stunt. The ceremony was co-directed by Zhang Yimou after all. If you are a fan of Chinese movies, actors suspended by wires and hang mid-air for kung fu fighting is a norm. Are you looking forward to the closing ceremony this Sunday (24.8.08)? I know I am.
I'm sure each of us have our favorite events at the Olympic game and these are some which I enjoyed watching ...
Athletics - “I Believe I Can Fly”
Currently, the world record holder in both the 100 metres (9.69 seconds) and 200 metres (19.30 seconds), no wonder Usain Bolt is nicknamed ‘Lightning Bolt’. The 22 year-old Jamaican can literally sprint to the finishing line leaving the closest competitor chasing after the dust he left behind.
Another Jamaican, Melaine Walker in her Olympic debut, set an Olympic record by crossing the line in 52.64 seconds to win the Womens’ 400m Hurdles.
Now have you been wondering how do the Jamaicans train themselves to be world top sprinters? I think they were probably chase by cheetahs since young, no?
Two-time world champion, Elena Isinbaeva from Russia has successfully defended her Olympic title in the Women's Pole Vault when she cleared the 5.05 on her third and final attempt. See how fit her body is.
Basketball – “Dream Team”
The USA has long been the international benchmark for men's Olympic basketball. The American team, which since 1992 has included players from the NBA has taken gold in 12 of their 15 Olympic games participations. The “Dream Team” has earned an overall win-loss record in Olympic play of 114-5 but the team's most recent Olympic result, a bronze in Athens, was the team's worst ever performance. The semi-final will see a battle between the “Dream Team” and Argentina. My bet will be on the former.
Diving – “China Dominates”
One of my favorite. The host nation has won all six diving competitions contested in Beijing. Defending Olympic champion Guo Jingjing broke Fu Mingxia’s record and won her fourth Olympic gold and her sixth Olympic medal. Her score of 415.35 is the highest score ever in the event and the 27 year-old diver has previously stated that she will retire after competing in Beijing.
She also won the gold medal with Wu Minxia in the Women's Synchronized Diving 3m Springboard with a score of 343.50 points.
He Chong won the Men's 3m Springboard with 572.90 points. I must praise the Chinese divers for their attitude. They are the only ones who will bow to the audience after each dive. That's why they deserve our applause for an outstanding performance in and out of the pool.
Swimming – “The Pool Shark”
Michael Phelps owned the pool this time. With an astonishing 8 gold medal, he is also a 14-time Olympic gold medalist (the most by any Olympian), who currently holds seven world records in swimming. Perhaps wearing a Speedo LZR® Razer suit really helps? The suit reportedly can lower racing times for a competitor by 1.9 to 2.2%.
There are a few events I missed i.e. gymnastic and synchronized swimming :(
What's your pick for the game?
10,000 athletes from 204 countries, more than 40 world records were set, 16 days of action, the closing ceremony on 24.8.08 ends with a bang! I especially amazed by the fireworks display throughout the Bird's Nest.
Host nation, China scored a perfect 100 marks with the 51 gold, 21 silver and 28 bronze. To those who are so afraid that the 'sleeping dragon' will wake up one day ... well, you are the one who needs to wake up now because the Dragon is very much awake!
By the way, the 8 minutes presentation by the Brits were not very impressive to me. I thought they can do a better job than merely transform the double-decker bus to a mini stage for David Beckham to showcase his ball kicking skill. Anyway, we will have to wait 4 years from now to see if London 2012 will be as good as China, who has now set a very high standard for future Olympic hosting countries.
Let us keep the Olympic spirit alive :)
"One World One Dream" [同一個世界 同一個夢想] fully reflects the essence and the universal values of the Olympic spirit -- Unity, Friendship, Progress, Harmony, Participation and Dream. It expresses the common wishes of people all over the world, inspired by the Olympic ideals, to strive for a bright future of Mankind. In spite of the differences in colors, languages and races, we share the charm and joy of the Olympic Games, and together we seek for the ideal of Mankind for peace. We belong to the same world and we share the same aspirations and dreams.
Friday, August 15, 2008
Malaysia sure Boleh: Just Park Anywhere
I'm dedicating a special entry on the 'Malaysia Boleh' attitude and will post up anything which reflects the 'spirit' happening in Bolehland whether it's positive or negative.
Here's one on a selfish driver whose head probably stuffed with grass ...
I was waiting for my colleague one morning at the Asia Jaya LRT station when I spotted this car parked right at the pedestrian pavement. I saw the driver 'selamba' got down, took his bag and walk towards the station. Who give a damn if that is not even a parking space? Just park anywhere la.
When are they learning to be civilized? I guess not in the next 500 years! Duh!
Here's one on a selfish driver whose head probably stuffed with grass ...
I was waiting for my colleague one morning at the Asia Jaya LRT station when I spotted this car parked right at the pedestrian pavement. I saw the driver 'selamba' got down, took his bag and walk towards the station. Who give a damn if that is not even a parking space? Just park anywhere la.
When are they learning to be civilized? I guess not in the next 500 years! Duh!
Thursday, August 07, 2008
Show Mi Again - 26 & 27 Sept 2008
I'm going for this after attending this last year :D
I'm going to be seated @ PS2, anyone joining me?
Monday, August 04, 2008
1st Attempt ...
I was invited to 'contribute' my limited cooking skill for a farewell pot luck dinner @ my cousin's place yesterday. Everyone brings their own share of food, that's what I thought.
And then I was literally 'put on the table' for having to cook on behalf of my sister, who left behind her cooking skill in Sydney during her struggle to survived uni years and another cousin sister, who only knows how to boil some broccoli for breakfast (ya you heard me rite). Now, I have 3 dishes to cook instead of 1.
I've wanted to try the 'Roast Duck Spaghetti', inspiration and recipe from Precious Pea (who is also my unofficial food consultant) since the day I tried it @ her house. Thanks babe for allowing me to use it ;P
It's a pretty easy recipe. But to cook for 18 people, the lazy me was juggling with chopsticks in one hand and spatula on the other, wanting to cook the whole thing in one wok one go. Phew, it's hard work man.
The taste is good and not oily (because of that darn expensive extra virgin olive oil, next time I'll go for the virgin only) and got thumbs up from everyone for this 1st (and probably will be more) attempt :D
As for the other 2 lame dishes, I made mini sausages skewers and fruity jelly ... err easy ma :)
And then I was literally 'put on the table' for having to cook on behalf of my sister, who left behind her cooking skill in Sydney during her struggle to survived uni years and another cousin sister, who only knows how to boil some broccoli for breakfast (ya you heard me rite). Now, I have 3 dishes to cook instead of 1.
I've wanted to try the 'Roast Duck Spaghetti', inspiration and recipe from Precious Pea (who is also my unofficial food consultant) since the day I tried it @ her house. Thanks babe for allowing me to use it ;P
It's a pretty easy recipe. But to cook for 18 people, the lazy me was juggling with chopsticks in one hand and spatula on the other, wanting to cook the whole thing in one wok one go. Phew, it's hard work man.
The taste is good and not oily (because of that darn expensive extra virgin olive oil, next time I'll go for the virgin only) and got thumbs up from everyone for this 1st (and probably will be more) attempt :D
As for the other 2 lame dishes, I made mini sausages skewers and fruity jelly ... err easy ma :)
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