Kids say the sweetest things

Kids say the darnedest things but they also say the sweetest things too.

Yesterday I was busy bidding on ebay when I heard my daughter calling me from the living room. She was watching her favourite cartoon channel - Tiny Pop, and there was an ad on.

"I want that! I want that!", she said referring to the toy being advertised.

Me: I can't buy you that

Daughter: But why? I really like it.

Me: Because Baba doesn't have any money.

Daughter: But why?

Me: Because Baba is not working in an office anymore.

Daughter: "Oh!" With a resigned look.

Me: I will get you something at the car boot next time.

Daughter: OK! With a smile.

I went back to continue with my bidding. Suddenly she was at my side and looking at what I was bidding at (which I lost because it went way beyond my budget).

Daughter: What's that?

Me: That's a toy that Baba wants but cannot buy because I don't have any money.

She was silent for a while.

Daughter: When I am big tomorrow, I will earn a lot of money and buy Baba that toy.



That was the sweetest thing that anyone has said to me in a long time. I love my sweet daughter.

Download Norton antivirus for free

I am sure a lot of you are aware that Goggle has released the Google pack Beta, a great collection of free software. Included in this collection of useful software, is free Antivirus protection for your computer.

The Norton Security Scan utility from Symantec, automatically detects and removes viruses, internet worms and Trojans from your computer. New virus definitions are updated automatically for free to protect your computer from the latest threats.

The software comes with an easy to use interface that helps you run and schedule scans. After performing a deep scan of the system and hard disc, the software will provide a results summary.

In case you are wondering, it is Windows XP and Vista compatible.

Related Links: Google pack beta

Are you on Bebo

When I first heard about Bebo, I dismissed it as another MySpace wannabe. Well! I was so wrong.

It has become the most popular social networking site in the UK, Ireland, and New Zealand and is growing fast in the United States, Australia and Canada.

Bebo was founded in January 2005 by Michael Birch and his wife, Xochi and since then it has grown by leaps and bounds.

So what makes it different from all the other social networks on the web?

One of their great strategies was their co-branding agreement with Skype, allowing Bebo users to call for free online. BeboTV is another great service that allows users to browse through a variety of 'TV Channels'. They also have this unique Whiteboard feature where you can go and draw anything you want.

So far, they have gathered a number of awards. It received the the ‘People’s Voice’ Award at the 10th Annual Webby Awards for the world’s ‘Best Social Networking Web Site of 2006’. They also recently won the 'Hottest Overseas Technology Prospect' award at the UK Technology Innovation and Growth Forum 2007.

So are you on Bebo?

Tags: bebo social networking

A shrimp poem

Some may think they are ugly but my wife thinks they are lovely
How do you like them?
Really not sure how to cook them
In the end we found this site
My wife has finally decided
Pad Thai it shall be.

I know it's a terrible poem. Anyway, check out great Shrimp Recipes on Eatshrimp.com

This tasty looking site has loads of shrimp recipes. Unlike other sites where you choose the recipe from a list, this site has a cool way of choosing one that's just right for you. You search their database by just ticking a few choices and hitting the "Find Shrimp Recipes" button.

Has Steve Jobs gone too far

Steve Jobs introduces the iRack.



Apple fans - don't hate me.

I can't help but wonder, it sounds suspiciously like Iraq.

Finding the best online savings account

I am not sure about you guys, but a lot of people prefer to their money in their savings accounts as a risk free investment. However, a lot of people complain that earning on the money saved is quite low. There are so many banks around that promise you the best interest rates that choosing the best one can be prove to be quite a headache.

Compare online banking savings accounts and find a new savings account or checking account that earns more interest today with SavingsAccounts.com

This new site focuses on the direct to consumer online banking industry. They promise to help you find the perfect online savings account. Even though it is still in the early development stages, the site is a great place to learn how to earn better interest rates. They do this by comparing online banks and finding one offering the highest interest rates. This will be based on your specific account features that best suit your individual needs.

When I last checked, HSBC was the most attractive with interest rates for savings accounts as high as 6%.

The four things meme

Got this meme from the "Key West or Bust" blog. Don't know why but unlike other memes, this one was quite interesting.

Four Jobs I’ve Had:
1) Research assistant
2) Sub-editor
3) Communications officer
4) Lecturer

Four Movies I Can Watch Over & Over:
1) Any Star Wars movie
2) Any Harry Potter movie
3) Any of the LOTR trilogy
4) Any of the Matrix trilogy

Four Places I’ve Lived:
1) London, UK
2) Imphal, India
3) Solan, India
4) Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Four T.V. Shows I Love:
1) Friends (I am assuming that old ones count too. This is my all time fav)
2) MTV's Pimp my ride
3) Little Britain
4) Dr. Who

Four Highly Regarded Television Shows I’ve Never Watched A Single Minute Of:
1) Grey’s Anatomy
2) Prison Break
3) EastEnders
4) Sopranos

Four Sites I Visit Daily:
1) Google.com
2) Payperpost.com
3) ah ok lah blog
4) Freebies blog

Four Places I’d Rather Be Right Now:
1) Pulau Redang, Malaysia
2) Pulau Perhentian, Malaysia
3) Lakshadweep Islands, India
4) Mecca, Saudi Arabia

Four places I’ve vacationed
1) Melbourne, Australia
2) Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
3) Redang island, Malaysia
4) Phuket, Thailand

Four of my favorite dishes
1) Palak paneer (Indian dish of spinach with cheese)
2) Maggi goreng (fried Maggi noodles. Most popular Malaysian fast food)
3) Ooti asangba (a green coloured traditional vegetarian dish from Manipur)
4) Aloo Parathas (Indian flat bread stuffed with potatoes) with pickle/ butter.

Four People I’m Tagging To Do This Next (same like Leigh):
1) Anyone
2) Who
3) Feels
4) Like it