Author Archives: Tricia

Native People

Posted on October 17, 2006 by Tricia

I had an interesting conversation with someone who recently migrated to New Zealand. (no, not another disillusioned Malaysian, but this time a Singaporean) New Zealanders have apparently become rather Maori-fied. Its natives get the better deal, and as a result … Continue reading →

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Peace Offering

Posted on October 17, 2006 by Tricia

The By-Now (in)famous Peace Offering of Lilies   May us Malaysians continue to light up the dark country with little itsy bits of hope, any which way we can!

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Arise, Shine!

Posted on October 15, 2006 by Tricia

It’s taken me some time to come to terms with the reality of the situation. I’ve had to mull over the issue for many long hours before coming to where I’m at now. My evaluation of the situation is twofold. … Continue reading →

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Clipped Wings

Posted on October 14, 2006 by Tricia

If you have a pair of clipped wings, do you still have the freedom to fly? In a song I wrote some time ago, I said “Clipped wings are not wings at all, Try to fly babe and you will … Continue reading →

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The Political Web

Posted on October 12, 2006 by Tricia

I thank those who have posted words of comfort and support in the midst of this crazy fiasco. I am testimony that it is possible to remain calm, as the eye in the storm, by responding in a rational manner. … Continue reading →

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Anger

Posted on October 11, 2006 by Tricia

I am angry. At a multitude of things. This is why disillusionment takes place. The government has succeeded in yet again wiping out any hope that remains within its young generation, for the country. What is the point of standing … Continue reading →

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Knowledge.. yeah right

Posted on October 10, 2006 by Tricia

The Prime Minister yesterday said that knowledge was the key to the nation’s growth. Sure, these ministers can go traipsing along on their little education journeys to schoolkids who don’t know a thing, making them believe that truly the government … Continue reading →

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Relationship Problems

Posted on October 5, 2006 by Tricia

After having walked the sidewalks of Brickfields on a hot hazy day, I wonder how it is that people living side-by-side can know so little about the other. You have the various racial groups huddled together in a little country, … Continue reading →

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Masuk Kristianiti

Posted on October 4, 2006 by Tricia

The term “masuk Islam” is given to those who convert into Islam (in Malaysia anyway). I assume the term can be translated for conversion into Christianity. What does “convert” really mean? Is it about donning a gold cross around your … Continue reading →

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leekuanyewmahathir

Posted on October 3, 2006 by Tricia

Old men who cannot rest Who put their nations to the test Who think they want to give their final best But fail. Old men with skin that sags But blunt tongues that whisper, wag Give no time for fools … Continue reading →

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