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I am just a simple soul who enjoys life's simplest pleasures. I love to cook up spicy dishes and pair them with my favorite shiraz or riesling. I grew up on the island of Penang -fondly known as the "Pearl of The Orient" and "Gastronomie Capital of southeast

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Travel > Travel Diaries & Adventures (Other) Travel experiences: Road trip tales: 5 of 117
A Not So Funny Story, What Was I Thinking?Early August last year, I spent a week in Oregon, driving along the coast around Seaside and Astoria as well as the famed Oregon's Williamette wine country near Yamhill and Newberg. I rented a car for a week and decided that I would play tourist for a change and enjoy the beautiful co... More..
Arts & Humanities > Photography Good ways to get started in photography: 1 of 23
You Have a Limited Budget and Want to Take Better Photos, Where Do You Start?This article is about what to buy and what to do when you decide you want to embark on this fabulous journey of photography. When I first started dabbling in photography, I went through the same agonizing few months trying to figure out what I should... More..
Food & Drink > Ethnic & International Foods Recipes: Easy Egg Rolls: 1 of 18
Asian egg rolls are definitely one of my all time party favorites. They are not difficult to make and once you have done it a few times, you will be able to breeze through it and impress your friends. For me, the secrets to these delicious egg rolls are in the fillings and the dipping sauce which rounds up the taste. Hence, I... More..
Arts & Humanities > Photography What really makes the difference in photography: 1 of 18
tter High Dynamic Range (HDR) Photography - the new genre in digital photography and it has helped transcend photography into art. Read on....How often have we been teased by the many vibrant imagery we see on a calendar or magazine cover and wonder what did the photographers do to get such beautiful images. We want to so des... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Why I love photography: 1 of 15
A fellow photographer at a networking group recently posted a poignant question: what are your defining moments in your pursuit of photography?A few responded that it was their move to digital photography as it helped shorten their learning curves considerably. For me, the defining moments came in stages and had more to do wi... More..
Travel > Vacations Vacation guide to California: 1 of 14
Half Moon Bay is a beautiful coastal town on the Pacific coast in San Mateo county, California..A young couple we met during our Baja sea voyage had talked much about the big waves at the challenging surf spot called the "Mavericks" at Half Moon Bay. There were many stories about the big waves and how they can be as high as 5... More..
Arts & Humanities > Photography A beginner's guide to taking better photographs: 1 of 9
There is something delightful about a good picture that captivates our imagination, a photo that warms our hearts. Timeless photos capture precious moments so we can cherish them for a long time to come. Every so often, nostalgia beckons and we find ourselves digging through old photos so we may enjoy those blissful moments o... More..
Food & Drink > Recipes (Other) Recipes: Tapas - Finger foods and starters: 1 of 4
Savory Bacon Pineapple Party SnacksThis is one of those sinful party appetizers that I make every so often for my party guests. I called them my bacon pineapple savory starters. They make great hor d'oeuvres every time.Ingredients:- two packs of bacon strips (lean or regular depending on your personal taste), cut each strip i... More..
Food & Drink > Pasta, Grain & Rice Recipes Recipes: Spaghetti: 8 of 28
A light summer pasta dish Now that summer is here, one of my favorite dishes is a light pasta cooked in white sauce. Over the years I have perfected this recipe, and spiced up its taste with additional ingredients and seasonings. The dish can be served hot or chilled and is ideal for patio dining and outdoor family picnics. ... More..
Computers & Technology > Cameras Professional or consumer DSLR camera: Deciding which is right for you: 1 of 3
This question may sound like a no brainer if money is the only factor. As money is rarely the only variable in the purchase of a digital single lens reflex (DSLR) camera, the decision lies in a careful consideration of many factors which I will explain below. Factors such as your level of skills, your understanding of photogr... More..