top 10 crime reduction tips for students

first off i'd like to say that i'm going away to work tomorrow. i'll be gone to japan for a month or so, so this might be my last post for a heck of a while. although, i've heard that the ship i'll be on has internet connection, if that is the case i shall keep you posted with something special. the sea-log of a seaman. it'll be an account of the daily occurances while i'm onboard. so watch this space for that.

anyway, i shall leave you with this. it's a helpful guide on how to protect your home, yourself and your wheels. it's emphasis is on students but you can of course incorperate it in related situations i.e. on holiday or a shopping spree miri.

1. lock your bedroom door - even if you're only going to the kitchen or bathroom. (for people living in halls.)

2. check doors and windows are locked at night or when going out - don't assume someone else will do it. (for those who share a house)

3. make a list of your personal property including the serial number and descriptions - use an ultraviolet pen to mark electrical and other items

4. think ahead - don't walk home alone late at night - arrange in advance to stay with a trusted friend or pre-book a taxi.

5. never leave drinks unattended in pubs or clubs - when you go to the toilet, ask your friends to keep an eye on your drink. men's drinks get spiked too. if you suspect your drink has been spiked, contact a member of staff or tell a trusted friend.

6. don't show off your cash, mobile phone or laptop, or leave them lying around - never leave your bag, wallet or purse unattended and don't carry your chequebook and card together. take out protection for you credit cards and note all you card details at home, so you can cancel them quickly if they're stolen.

7. try to go to the cashpoint in daylight if possible - be aware of people standing too close to you and always conceal you PIN. if it's dark, go with a friend if you can and don't check your money in full view.

8. always lock doors, windows, the boot and sunroof when leaving your car - even if it's only for a few minutes.

9. never leave belongings in your car - even an old coat could tempt a thief if they think there might be something in the pockets. if you have to leave anything, lock it in the boot.

10. keep your car topped up with petrol - try to park in busy, well-lit areas.

that's it from me. have a good one.

i'm back home

just a short personal post letting everyone know that i'm back in brunei for a couple of months. i hope i'll some of you around!

the cute and the funny

just wanted to share my favourite videos of the week. they'll sure to make you go 'awwww..' and 'hahaha!'





ps: thanks for the birthday wishes everyone! wished i spent it with all of ya! ':)

the long journey to keele

it was very stressful going to keele. i had a few major setbacks, which i can't blame but myself (hehe).

after a few times canceling on my sister about visiting, i finally decided to just go before i go home. i waited for the very last minute to buy my coach ticket in london. a few hours after that, i was all ready to go to keele when suddenly i noticed the date on my ticket. 3rd of november. i realised that that date was the next day. ':p i called my sister and told her about it. let's just say that she was not happy at all. lol.

anyway, on my long 4-hour journey, i met this really nice lady. Yvonne from poland. we talked all throughout the ride. she told me of her travels to LA, las vegas, canada and her trips in europe. she showed me pictures and i showed her my milan & german summer trip. it was fun. she was just lovely.

now, i'm here in keele. that's it from me really.

laters