October 2007

I have been using BlackBerry for a while now and everyday is a learning process for me!!

2 weeks ago I learned on how to post from my BB and it’s so much fun! I can post almost anywhere I want.. and share on almost anything that inspire me there and then!

Thanks to Alex, STM who shared with me on the usage of free BB messenger.. All files regardless of its size can be transferred in BB messenger for free! And of course CHAT for free!

And with the comments in my blog - Keep them rolling in! I love reading your comments, its sent directly into my BlackBerry.. So anywhere I go, I get to read your inspiring comments!! Thank you all!

Today, I found out again, from STM that I can install Facebook in my BB!! This is indeed great! Without much delay, I got it in, and immediately, I am able to receive messages, write on the wall, poke, shoot photo on my BB then post it, invite friends, view status of friends, view albums and all alerts- notifications delivered in my BB!

This wonderful! Can’t help it now, more reasons to spend more time on my BB!
Sent via BlackBerry® wireless device from Maxis.

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I met Carlin when he was working in Jaring a couple of years back in Kuching. Then in May this year, I received a phone call from Australia. This nice gentleman called me from Western Australia and wanted to find out more about my outdoor location shoot over there. I was surprised that you have moved over to Australia, Carlin!

Carlin is the only son of a very prominent photographer in Malaysia, who authored 4 hard cover pictorial books. I knew his dad when I started photography many years ago! I can still remember how he shared with me his knowledge on medium format camera. His passion on photography just blew me away! Sinyi is an Accountant who works with one of the big accounting firms in Perth. I met Sinyi on the day of the shoot itself! So it was a day for me to find out more about this beautiful couple. It does help in the line of work I am doing!

Well, the shoot lasted the whole day, and again it was freezing cold out there especially when we did the shot near the lighthouse. The wind was so strong, and we have problems fixing Sinyi’s veil.

Carlin and Sinyi, it was fun and I enjoyed myself working with the both of you. I will always remember the mini picnic lunch we had in Hyde Park and the Greek lady who exchanged small conversation with both of you while I searched for the toilet!

The shoot brings me closer to the both of you and I look forward to seeing you again! Both Carlin and Sinyi are working in Australia at the moment and I can see that they are very happy with their new lifestyle!

I like the setting of this old Cathedral..

Sunset at Cottlesloe Beach.

The shot below was captured in South Mole, Fremantle. It was very windy that day and the best place to place the Bride and Groom was behind the wind direction, and happen to be the best place! Got the entire shot of the lighthouse. I like the blue sky.

In Hyde Park…

The maple tree with its new leaves..

As we were walking back to the car, I saw this little sparrow trying to attack the Kukubara, poor thing! so i pointed up my camera and nailed this shot!

The backdrop - City of Perth, capital of Western Australia..

This is on the location in the University of Notre Dame in Fremantle..

We rushed to this location, the sun was setting so fast!

Overlooking Indian Ocean at Cottlesloe Beach, Western Australia..

The Indian Ocean, sunset at Cottlesloe Beach.
To me it was freezing out there, at 12 deg and strong wind!

Wild flower at Hyde Park, its Spring Time! Yeah!

The Old Boat Shed along Mounts Bay Road.

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I have been missing in action from the gym for nearly 2 years now, and
everytime I want to go, there will bound to have 101 reasons stopping me from going.

So this morning before going to work, I made my determination to go… I
told myself nothing can stop me! I have been feeling so unhealthy and unfit!

So after 25 mins of workout at the treadmill and some weights, I really sweat!  I was in there for 1 hour and
35 mins. Yeah! I am so proud of myself..and I know I feel so good after the
exercise! YES!

I will make it a point to go every morning! Get my healthy lifestyle back!

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Yes, got this mobile phone a few weeks ago and I want to fully utilise it’s function so I am testing to write a post for my blog from my BlackBerry Curve to see if it works! Hopefully it will..after all the settings are done on the server.

Take care everyone and to all my Muslim friends, Selamat Hari Raya, Maaf Zahir Dan Batin!

Alvin Leong

Sent via BlackBerry from Maxis.

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Woke up at 11am. and went for “Yum Cha” at Northbridge. After the brunch, we went to Fremantle. It’s public holiday on the 1st Oct - Queen’s Birthday. Fremantle is a port city situated approximately 20 kms south west of Perth. The City is famous for its cosmopolitan atmosphere with strong Italian influences! If you love nice food, good cappucino this is the place!

Its a must to visit when you visit Western Australia.

Some photos to share with you all.

Sidewalk cafe..

(ALL SHOTS WERE TAKEN FROM MY MOBILE PHONE)

The famous Fremantle Market..

Indian Ocean taken from Fremantle..

This is not Fremantle. Its some wild flowers at the road side in King’s Park.

I like this. Kid’s bungee..

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This is the story that I have to tell because it’s amazing! I came to know James from Swinburne University. What started off as professional relationship 4 years ago has florished into good friends! We have been dealing a lot about corporate photography for the Uni. I knew Carol to be a very kind, courteous and her strong character really impressed me!

One day, from my usual lunch appointment with James, he spoke about his wedding and his plan to get married overseas. This was approximately 7 months ago! I felt so happy for both of them.

The day has arrived, 30th September 2007. The wedding is in Perth, Western Australia. Its the perfect time to hold a garden wedding around this time as the weather is nice and cool! With the help of their friend, Alex and Ben, they have put up a great deal of effort in making the day run so smooth.

I have reached Carol’s place at 9.15am. I could hear the laughter from outside the apartment! One thing I love my job is I got to be with happy people!

The wedding was held in Blue Water Restaurant in Applecross, Western Australia. Both family and friends came from all over the world.. to witness the union of two wonderful people!

Carol and James, congratulations to both of you and may you lead a wonderful life together!

Carol with Dad..

Nikki’s baby..

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