Royal Wedding Monkeys

While the UK souvenir industry have their hands full pasting William and Kate on every piece of silverware, glass, marble, plastic and any other element known to mankind, Kipling's latest addition to their range of accessories include - Royal Wedding Monkeys!

From the One Utama, KL outlet

I think they're absolutely adorable and portable enough to carry around plus the fact that monkeys have never looked so cute before! Just a thought: Do you think the cuteness of the monkeys extends to the pic below? *winks*

X'Mas gift from Caramel Honey's sister-in-law

For whatever reason, watching a fairytale wedding is compensation to some of us who have a longing desire to have the wedding of their dreams. Then again, those who just got engaged may just want to check out the wedding dress design, in hope of replicating that for a cheaper rate. 

Anyway, I'm sure thousands of girls are gonna flock home to catch the royal wedding (hope the rain comes before 5pm) tomorrow. I'm sure as hell gonna come in to work earlier so that I can leave early to watch the live coverage!

New Hope for Japan

After the devastating 8.9 magnitude of an earthquake followed by a destructive tsunami, Japan certainly need all the help and support they can get. To make matters worse, few nuclear reactors were damaged in the process and are at risk of a radiation leak.

"Officials confirmed on Sunday that three nuclear reactors north of Tokyo were at risk of overheating, raising fears of an uncontrolled radiation leak.  

Engineers worked desperately to cool the fuel rods in the damaged reactors. If they fail, the containers that house the core could melt, or even explode, releasing radioactive material into the atmosphere."

(taken from Reuters) 

In fact, Japan's Prime Minister Naoto Kan has mentioned that this is the nation's worst crisis since World War II. I was going through new reports on how the death toll has risen up 400+ with over 10,000 people unaccounted for and the only thing I could think about was how lucky we all are to be alive. 

Imagine going to work, doing what you normally do, probably thinking what to have for dinner later and before you know it, you're gone. That's a really scary thought. I think most of us take our lives for granted and fail to realize how short a time we have on Earth. Right now, I pray for Japan and hope that more survivors would be found.

UPDATE: I've donated through GlobalGiving for the Japan Disaster Relief Fund - every small bit helps.

Images: The Atlantic

Germany Still One of the Best Teams Around

For what it's worth, I think Germany gave their best at the 2010 World Cup, especially against Australia and Argentina. Despite losing at the semi-finals, the Germans are still one of the best teams around.

The Memory of Michael Jackson

I was on the way to work when I heard the news on the radio that the King of Pop – Michael Jackson had passed away.

Shocked was an understatement, stunned and disbelief were more like it.

I grew up listening to his songs (which I still listen to till this very day) including his hits from Jackson 5 to the classic Thriller and right up to the rocking Black or White. When I was younger, I had the whole dance scene from Thriller memorized and used to perform it to anyone who was willing to watch (which was pretty much my family..hehe).

Regardless of the craziness that surrounded his personal life, he was undeniably one of the greatest music icons in the world. To know that he is no longer around to entertain and inspire, is simply devastating.

Rest in peace Michael – We miss you.

Barack Obama for President!

The U.S presidential campaign rallies are still in full swing to prepare for tomorrow's highly anticipated voting.

Some have already put in their votes in advance, as shown below.

Image source: College Humor